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Thanks for the heads-up on where and what to look for first. Most of the time it's the little stuff that goes wrong, but we don't think to look for the simple stuff FIRST!
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Don't forget to replace the steel peg feelers before you wear them down to the aluminum footpegs. The aluminum footpegs grind down FAST!
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Selling my '03 SV1000 S. It's in excellent condition. Bought new in '05, its got only 14K miles. Runs great, looks great, Awesome handling and V-Twin sound. Ready to ride to anywhere! Needs nothing. Always garaged, Synthetic oil only. Serviced this spring. Asking only $4250 Email me at: wizard102@comcast.net See more pics at http://s222.photobucket.com/albums/d...00s/?start=all Upgrades Include: Undertail Flush mount front signals Stainless brake lines Power Commander Frame Sliders Tire
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Soft bags are going to droop. I recommend some type of support to prevent the soft bags from sagging down into the wheel and exhaust.
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It intimidates the less manly riders in the group!!
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You have to loosen the wheel and put alot of slack in the belt. It's under so much tension a loose pully will feel tight.
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Well, I got to test ride it on Saturday. The Demo van was in Hartford. My impressions (w/o B.S.): Rider position is comfortable from the waist up, good posture relaxed arms; and a little tight from the waist down (32" inseam), the footpegs felt to close. I disliked the seat because it felt slippery and I kept sliding up against the tank. The steering was light, nimble and quick side to side. I was disappointed that the front forks are "ordinary" and without all the adjustments needed
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I think you should trade it in. After hundreds of miles, you've pretty much used it up anyway.
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I quote from the web site FAQ: "The air is totally sealed in the upper compartment of the traction control unit. Having the air sealed in the upper unit by a rubber diaphram, the unit introduces flexibility into the system." IMO this is going to make your brakes feel soft and squishy. "sealed in the upper unit" or just floating around in the brake lines, air must be compressed before the brakes start to work. That's exactly what you DON'T want in your brake system. In
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Congratulations LISA !!! That's a Great looking bike. I hope to see it and meet you in person someday! (Oh, and Hi Bruce. That's a Great looking wi..........er, Gotta go!) All the best to both of you.