Sedan car SUV cross-country aloon cars: September 2009

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Have Mercy Its Springtime in the Ozarks YEEEHAA!!!

Well it's not spring yet but the weather guys say it's gonna be in the 70s tomorrow. Well I can't stand it. We don't get many of these this time of year. Heck it didn't even reach 30 yesterday So I hearby declare January 8th a local holiday, here in the Ozarks, and the store will be closed, cause I'm goin for a putt. Any one care to join me? Even if only in spirit? Now this don't count for you guys like joquitar cause ya'll got the good weather rear round. but for those who live where there's four seasons you know what I mean. I'll wave if I see ya.

Orignal From: Have Mercy Its Springtime in the Ozarks YEEEHAA!!!

Harley loving kiddies, check this out...

My bro sent this to me and it's worth a look - Link

Orignal From: Harley loving kiddies, check this out...

ridgid 250 w/6'' stretch

O'kay I'm getting ready to do a custom and I'm leaning towards a ridged with a 250 and a 6" stretch 0" up can anyone tell me how this rides gonna be. Will I be able to do 200 miles without the crowbar to get me off?

Orignal From: ridgid 250 w/6'' stretch

new england motorcycle show

Even though we have about 5 feet of snow here in NH, it is never too early to think about spring and riding again, right? Hubby and I just returned from the New England Motorcycle Show

Orignal From: new england motorcycle show

Sell the old folks on ebay?

Now this is an interesting approach to procure the funds for that new Ultra. Ah, mom, can you come over and pose by my Sporty? See Item No: 2400299382

Orignal From: Sell the old folks on ebay?

Importing Motorcycle

Have any of you imported a motorcycle from Canada to The US? I know someone that is interested in having me try to sell a newer (95-98) model XL on ebay. Is it very difficult to do? My preference would be to have the buyer complete the arrangements as much as possible. What is required of the seller? Thanks folks, you are always such a big help.

Orignal From: Importing Motorcycle

A Really Nice Blast From The Past ! !

Every once in a while a real nice restoration is offered on ebay. Well here is one that is worth a look. Check out item # Link I do not know the seller, the listing came up in a saved search. Just thought I'd post it here on the Blvd so all here could get a glimsp of a rare restoration.

Orignal From: A Really Nice Blast From The Past ! !

Harley Announces Bike Week Schedule !

Link Lots of good stuff at Rider magazines site, LinkStrangers on Steel Horses

Orignal From: Harley Announces Bike Week Schedule !

eBay's malfunction is gonna cost me $$$

Yep, good 'ol eBay crashes and I had several auctions ending in 30 minutes. What now? Shouldn't I get my money back for a service that didn't perform as advertised?

Orignal From: eBay's malfunction is gonna cost me $$$

Thinking about buying American Ironhorse Tejas

I'm thinking about buying an American Ironhorse Tejas. Anybody out there know much about these bikes? I've heard lots of good (from the dealers). But I haven't heard any feed back from owners. Any AIH owners or friends of owners please fill me in. Any 2001's out there for sale?

Orignal From: Thinking about buying American Ironhorse Tejas

Can't identify fitment. Can anyone help?

Hello all. I am interested in an auction currently on. I have contacted the seller to try and find out what years/models this kit fits, but they are not sure. The part number for the kit is 53574-93. It's a complete lock kit for Harley FLs. Does anyone know what all years this kit will fit? Thanks in advance. Here's the auction number: 1876299758.

Orignal From: Can't identify fitment. Can anyone help?

Photograph of Harley engine w/ woman's foot.

A couple years ago there was a guy listing a closeup photograph print of a a Harley engine with a woman's foot on the aircleaner cover. The photograph was in black and white all except for the woman's toenails which were in red. If anyone knows the whereabouts of the the owner that was listing the prints would you please let me know how I can contact him. Thanks. John

Orignal From: Photograph of Harley engine w/ woman's foot.

Snowstorm in the northeast. Haven't seen a motorcycle all day!

And I probably won't see a motorcycle on the roads for awhile. The snow is dumping pretty good out there. Supposed to continue for today and into tomorrow. Days like this I wish I had a trike. So, who's going for a ride today? Go ahead, tell me, I can take it..........

Orignal From: Snowstorm in the northeast. Haven't seen a motorcycle all day!

Should I be worried?

OK, I worry enough already about the little things! Then I come across this and really start to worry! Link My bike, 2000 FXDX - Twin Cam 88 is on the list. How would I know if my bearings are going out? I have to leave right now for the rest of the night, but I'll check in tomorrow and see if anyone knows anything more about this?

Orignal From: Should I be worried?

Beware!! If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is!!

I usually do not do this kind of thing but this has me concerned. As an independent motorcycle dealer who lists a number of bikes on Ebay and sells bikes elsewhere via the internet I had to make this comment. I have noticed over the last few months several bikes where the seller has a ridiculous price, like a pristine 98 Fatboy for $8000 USD, a 2003 V-Rod for $12500 and there have been others, they all ask for deposit money wired to an account, sometimes to another country, with the remainder due after delivery. All I am asking is that you beware of who you are dealing with, ask questions, get information, spend the extra $65 to have the bike checked by a local shop, if they do not agree, that is the first red flag. I can not count the number of winning bidders who have not even emailed me before hand, fortunately they are dealing with a person who is straight up and not trying to scam. Just beware if it is to good to be true, it probably is. Thanks for listening and BEWARE!!!

Orignal From: Beware!! If it sounds to good to be true, it probably is!!

Jupiter's Travels revisited...

Any of you my age or so probably remember the story of Ted Simon, who traveled around the world on a Triumph, and wrote a book called Jupiter's Travels. Well, he's at it again. This time, in his 70's, on a Beemer. LinkStrangers on Steel Horses

Orignal From: Jupiter's Travels revisited...

why isn't there a motorcycle chat room?

are we not important enough to have a chat room like so many others have?

Orignal From: why isn't there a motorcycle chat room?

Any Honda CB Chopper Riders Out There!!!!!

Just looking for other people out there who ride Honda cb chopper. To ask about there ideas maybe pass some pic. i myself have a 74 cb 550 chopper.. WHAT DO YOU HAVE??

Orignal From: Any Honda CB Chopper Riders Out There!!!!!

Big Dog / V 8 Question??

With the size of the bike and engine I wonder why we don't see more of these in 3 wheel configs? Seems a natural. Don't let blind ambition erase your intuition!

Orignal From: Big Dog / V 8 Question??

Your Word is Your Bond - or what?

I was buying a bike from accjpl(149). He has good Feedback. I have a job, work long days, and cannot hang on ebay, and I wanted the bike. I asked him for a "Buy Now" price, he agreed, and I responded and agreed. Then, two other bidders started to escalate the bidding. This seller ignored me, and eventually gained $22.89 above my bid of two previous days. My question is: Does any biker out there still believe that once you give your word, that you are good to go? Or, just wait for a better bid?

Orignal From: Your Word is Your Bond - or what?

What would you do??

Hey all, just trying to get some ideas from some here on the BLVD. I purchased an item #1872472830 (a reserve auction, buyer to pay actual shipping charges...) from a seller on eBay(auction ended Nov 18). When the auction ended, I sent out an e-mail from myself to the seller. I was real cordial, stated that I'd won the auction, asked for a total on where I wanted the item shipped to. The seller didn't respond for a couple of days, and only after I sent another e-mail thru a current auction that he had listed. When I finally got the total from him, I got a money order, sent it out to him, then e-mailed him and asked for him to contact me when the m.o. arrived. A holiday was in the middle of when I sent out the money order and my next e-mail from the seller. I got an e-mail from him asking if I sent out the m.o., and if I was going to....(Nov.29)(I'm starting to get a bit worried about this seller now). I restated the m.o. was on its way, and that I wanted the seat! He finally said that he recieved the money order and would have to box the seat and send it out,(Feedback left for me around this time). Now this is about 2 1/2 weeks after the end of the auction(Dec 4). I sent an e-mail on Dec 13 asking if the seat has been shipped and how(UPS,USPS). As of early Dec 14, it still wasn't shipped! Finally, Dec 15 it got shipped thru USPS. The seat arrived on Christmas Eve Day, almost five weeks after auction closed. The shipping price that I was charged was $32.50 and what was on the shipping box was $10.12! I e-mailed the seller on Dec 25, asked him about this, to no response, I'm beginning to feel like I am being ignored. I re-sent the last e-mail on Dec 29, and was real cordial, and got a response from him stating the price he quoted me was thru UPS, but he decided to ship thru USPS, he then went on to state that I got a good deal on the seat, and that he paid more for it when he bought it. Dec 29, he stated that he'd refund $15 of my shipping price, the rest, he says is for boxing and handling charges. I as of Jan 19 have not recieved a check from this seller as stated by him....I have not left feedback for this seller ..... I am leaving him plenty of chances to rectify this situation, and he is basically telling me, too bad so sad! What would you do??

Orignal From: What would you do??

gl1100 goldwing rear brake caliper

Does anyone have a rear brake caliper for a 1982 gl1100 goldwing interstate? I use to see them all the time up for auction. Now I can't find one to save my life and the local honda shop says they don't make them anymore! Help!

Orignal From: gl1100 goldwing rear brake caliper

IS THIS A SCAM

I have had a bike for sale in another web site and last week had 2 requests for pictures which I sent. Yesterday while looking at EBAY I saw my bike in ad #2401870488 being sold by somebody in Indonesia. If you look closely he is actually showing 2 different bikes.

Orignal From: IS THIS A SCAM

EVEL DIED

I'm crushed. I loved him so much. God rest his soul and bless his family.

Orignal From: EVEL DIED

Shipping custom bikes: DAS went from 900 to $1420, who do YOU recommend?

Happy Holidays, Guys (and Gals) I picked up a nice custom 9.5 ft drop seat in Miami and need to get it to central Minnesota. DAS quoted me $900 and it ended up at $1420, I am positive someone out there knows a professional company that has ethics and can get it here for $300 less...key word here: PROFESSIONAL. Any suggestions or references or links you can share with me that you have had good experiences with will be sincerely appreciated. thanks from snowy Minnesota...its falling right now as I type! Happy Holidays!

Orignal From: Shipping custom bikes: DAS went from 900 to $1420, who do YOU recommend?

Help with oil leak

Guys and Gals my son and I ride dirt bikes he rides a Honda CR80 that just shoots oil out the back end of the pipe. he is running an FMF SST from the bike, the middle seal is not leaking however everytime we go riding we come home and his frame just below the spark arrestor an FMF turbine core II is covered any ideas, Honda says, well bring it in we'll take a look at it. Yeah sure. He is a great mechanic for 13 years old however there is some knowledge you need to acquire over time. He did suggest going from 40 to 1 on the premix to 36 to 1 thanks for any help Cindy

Orignal From: Help with oil leak

Vintage Bikes

Looking for some sort of "Blue Book" or "site" that I can access for vintage bikes - Any hints?

Orignal From: Vintage Bikes

Recommended Moto Books For Xmas Gifts

Hi, requesting recommendations for good exploration and adventure moto reading and/or any specific moto books everyone should own. Thanks for your help.

Orignal From: Recommended Moto Books For Xmas Gifts

how to lower a 79 cb750

i got a 1979 honda cb750, dohc, how can i lower the bike in front and rear without major speendings ?????

Orignal From: how to lower a 79 cb750

what's up with trhat?

I see a ton of bikes on ebay with either a - buy it now - price or a reserve price that is higher or just as high as if I went a purchased the bike at the dealer. In most cases I will also need to pay shipping unless I find a bike locally. Do these folks listing these bikes bother to do their home work before listing? And I have been watching bikes on ebay for some time now, and I have notiiced that most of these auctions end with no buyer. It would be nice if these sellers would read this post!

Orignal From: what's up with trhat?

MONTESA CAPPRA 414 79-80

NEED HELP PLEASE LOOKING FOR SPARES LIKE EXHAUST PISTON /BARREL/ AND HEAD CAN SOMEONE PLEASE HELP.IAN

Orignal From: MONTESA CAPPRA 414 79-80

More on Space Shuttle tragedy--NASA needs our help!!

From MCN: NASA is recognizing the unique mobility and perspective of "off road riders" of ATV and cycles, who may be in a position to help find pieces of wreckage of Columbia, especially in the western areas of the debris field. The known debris field can be seen at NASA's web site. Never thought I'd see the day that the government was in favor of cyclists/off roaders. Too bad that it takes a tragedy for that to happen. They stress that there request for help does not justify tresspassing or riding illegally.Strangers on Steel Horses

Orignal From: More on Space Shuttle tragedy--NASA needs our help!!

Is there anything special about this Harley Davidson Leather Jacket?

Hi! I am listing a Harley Leather jacket soon and have a couple questions. I want to know if this is any special edition or anything, also it is VERY heavy and wanted to know if there is a way to tell if it's horsehide? I have included pictures of the jacket front and back, tag and close-up below. Please let me know what you might know about it. Thanks so much! ******************************************************* Can you find the camera hog in this picture? ******************************************************* Can you find the camera hog in this picture?

Orignal From: Is there anything special about this Harley Davidson Leather Jacket?

Fees for auctions

I listed my Quad with a reserve price that was met. Ebay is charging me $80 for the final bill. Does that sound right?

Orignal From: Fees for auctions

Laughlin River Run

Ok. You can't believe everything that gets e-mailed to you but you can't discount it in its entirety, either. Excerpts from several e-mails I received follow, and while I believe they were intended to be inflammatory, I also think that any rider considering the River Run should know that it could be more hassle than fun. ********************************************** ..."...alerted the lobbyist that a stakeholders meeting was being held on March 25, 2003, with Laughlin's Chamber of Commerce and the DPS regarding the up coming River Run. "Lt. S. stated "We want to send a very clear and convincing message that the patch wearers are not welcome in Laughlin." NO COLORS means ANY and ALL patches i.e., CMA, HOG, (any insignia on leather). Club T-shirts are iffy and up to the individual casino if they will be allowed. "The Laughlin Sheriff recommended that the hotels ban colors and if colors are worn they will be confiscated and not returned. All casinos and hotels with the exception of the Riverside will be enforcing the NO COLOR policy in one form or another. The vendor's area will not allow colors, nor will the bars. "Colors are only allowed in hotels rooms and on the street. It was made clear that police are there to protect the business owners, their customers and the police themselves. "Lt. S. went down his list of police presence that will be visible during the run. 20 motor cops, swat teams, helicopters, dogs, 40 California Highway Patrol, 150 DPS, special ops, 200 intelligence cops from around the world who track motorcycle gangs and several jail buses. "Lt. S. described his entire plan to be geared toward "prevention" and went down his list of police presence that will be visible during the run. He plans to have everything from motor cops, to swat teams, to helicopters, canine units, California Highway Patrol, officers from Las Vegas Police,150 DPS, special ops, 200 intelligence cops from around the world who track motorcycle gangs and several jail buses on hand and ready to go. Each hotel and casino will have its own assigned unit, which will include officers in the casino surveillance. "... Lt. S. went on to say that if any person that was part or associated with the incident in 2002 shows their face in Laughlin they will be hunted down and hit swift and precise. The jail buses will be standing by to shuttle detainees to the Las Vegas jail. Snidley's motto was have an attitude you'll go to jail. Snidley said that specific targeted groups would not be allowed to ride in mass in Laughlin. "Laughlin generates $20 Million during this weekend. They want our money but they don't want us. They feel that this is Laughlin's Run, not the motorcycle communities run. " Attending the meeting was Lt. S., Laughlin DPS, , members of ABATE, a CMA, Star Rider, Route 66, vendors and shop keeper. ABATE were the only ones present who were concerned about our rights. The others were glad to hear that the police would have such a forceful presence creating a feel safe environment. ******************************

Orignal From: Laughlin River Run

New lift out

I just got this new lift for christmas and thought I'd share it with ya'll. It's called an Link and it takes both wheels off the ground so you can wash your wheels without having to push your cycle around. Check it out and post on the thread to let me know what ya think! Whoever thinks this kind've stuff up anyway?

Orignal From: New lift out

Hope you're feeling better, HarelyLife4Me.....

...now, please pass the cough syrup!

Orignal From: Hope you're feeling better, HarelyLife4Me.....

Engine for 1984 HD Sportster

My son badly needs a replacement 1000 cc engine for his 1984 HD Sportster. His engine has a lot of internal problems and is not suitable for rebuild. Any suggestions as to where we might find a replacement engine, or what else we might be able to do with the bike?? Any help would be appreciated.

Orignal From: Engine for 1984 HD Sportster

OT hilarious must read thread over at ebay motors board

There is a foreign female scammer trying to pass for legite and her typing skills are atrocious so all the wiseguys on the site are having a field day with her. It's a riot. Go to the thread titled " happy new year 2008 2 re1 newbie here 101 can ne1 guide me on". This one will probably be a classic

Orignal From: OT hilarious must read thread over at ebay motors board

Saber / Magna discussion board

I was participating in a Saber / Magna discussion board, it was very active, lots of good info. After some time away went to log on and it was gone. Anyone know what happened or where a similar board can be found? Thanks, Randy

Orignal From: Saber / Magna discussion board

Why so many fake Goldwing / Trike ads?

Ok, I'm new at this, just started. I've been looking for a 2000-2006 Goldwing, maybe to convert to a trike. I have a good idea how much it all costs and worth. I'm wearing out my fingers reporting bogus ads to Ebay. You don't list a buy me now price of $5000 on a trike that is worth $30,000 and take a 25,000 loss. I've seen a trike sell in Jacksonville for $28,700 and show up listed again in MD, TX and this week in CA...the same photo's and words in the ad as Jacksonville. Right now there are 5 bogus ads in a row under Goldwings. You don't sell a 2006 bike for $4000 and not even list the location. It doesn't pass the smell test....This makes it very hard to find or trust anyone. Doesn't Ebay look at these and check for obvious fakes ?

Orignal From: Why so many fake Goldwing / Trike ads?

57 PanHead Engine

How Collectable would a 57 PanHead Engine be ?

Orignal From: 57 PanHead Engine

2007 Suzuki Boulevard C50 Need Fender

Hi all, I took my bike out for a ride today and found that somehow I chipped the Rear Fender, it is a Red/Black 2007 Suzuki Boulevard C50. Anyone have one for sale or know a reasonable place to purchase one? This is my first bike and I do not want to ride it chipped. Also, are they hard to replace? Thanks

Orignal From: 2007 Suzuki Boulevard C50 Need Fender

Ever hear of a 0 1 2 7 5 5 blue ?

From out of the blue, you guys have got a new poster to flame! Have at it! Welcome to the Blvd, Blue. Here's a song for you.... Link

Orignal From: Ever hear of a 0 1 2 7 5 5 blue ?

Hello all, I list my auction

Orignal From:

Monday, September 7, 2009

School Controversy

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Question aboutKawasaki ZX600

I sold a front wheel for a 2000 model Kawasaki ZX600. Buyer wants to return it because it doesn't fit her 2000 ZX600. That's what the shop told her.Does anyone know how many different front wheels were made for a 2000 ZX600? I will refund her money if the wheel checks out but something isn't right about this. May be buyer remorse or she found a cheaper wheel.Any help would be appreciated.Billbillphil. I sell parts

Orignal From: Question aboutKawasaki ZX600

infos needed, i wanna sell motorcycles

hello everyones...i;m from MONTREAL, CANADA...im a motorcyclist, did superbike races....a real fanatic.. tell me, i wanna sell motorcycles to US customers...once sold i receive the payment, ( paypal ) then i have to ship the bike, what about custom fees, if any, the customer pay the dutyes....it;s where im confused...let me know,BRUNO

Orignal From: infos needed, i wanna sell motorcycles

Old Suzuki S10. Any info on it?

Hello, I was given an old suzuki S10. It looks to be from the 1960's. does anyone have any info on it or where i could get some and is it worth fixing up. any help would be appreciated. Thanks so much for your time.

Orignal From: Old Suzuki S10. Any info on it?

Low BIN prices, and eBay's liability

I'm currently looking to purchase a Suzuki GSX-R 600. Now, when I click on Motorcycles>Suzuki>GSX-R I see ton's of listings... Naturally the cheap ones that look really nice catch my attention. Now here's the thing. I see a bunch that have "buy it now prices" of like $2900 for 2005 model bikes with really low miles. Personally, I stick to the "If its too good to be true... it is" ideology, because this simply isn't possible. No one in their right mind would ever undervalue such beautiful machines. Now my question is... how could eBay allow for such outright scamming and/or flooding of the sportbike sections with such fraudulent ads? Now I know anyone with a (0) by their name, is untrustworthy, but some of these people have some positive feedback. I understand that eBay protects me on any vehicle purchased online below $10,000 which basically covers all of these machines... but now I'm just worried about being scammed. Does anyone have any suggestions or possibly some tips on finding the right bike on eBay without getting screwed? Thanks a bunch everyone. Chris

Orignal From: Low BIN prices, and eBay's liability

Mountain; Dodo, Gearhead to max we need you

The people at Ned's are asking that you please stop by and chat with us ...109x you can come on probation. Please come y'all. Any and all are welcome for bike related adventures.

Orignal From: Mountain; Dodo, Gearhead to max we need you

How to Drain Carbs on my Yamaha Seca II XJ600

Hi. I have a 1992 Yamaha Seca II XJ600, I got water in the tank and the engine cuts out when I turn the throttle. Instead of having it towed, the tow guy recommended draining the carbs. Anyone know how to do this? I was looking on google but no specifics. Do you fill the tank before draining? Thanks.

Orignal From: How to Drain Carbs on my Yamaha Seca II XJ600

International Shipping for Motorcycle Engines....HELP

I have had several people looking at the engine(s) I have listed on Ebay. The problem is that most of them are from over seas. Is there a great place to go that will quote me some sort of fee for international shipping for the engine only? Any help would be appreciated. Ride Safe.

Orignal From: International Shipping for Motorcycle Engines....HELP

Harley's York workers go on strike

Harley's York workers go on strike February 2, 2007 - BizTimes Daily More than 2,700 union machinists went on strike at Harley-Davidson Inc.'s manufacturing plant in York, Pa., this morning. The members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) voted Wednesday to authorize a strike after rejecting the company's contract offer, which would have reduced pay for new hires, required employees to pay part of their health insurance premiums and forced concessions in pensions. In anticipation of the strike, Milwaukee-based Harley shut down production at its York plant, which is the company's largest. York workers said the company's contract proposal was a "betrayal" to the workforce. "Harley-Davidson has no business behaving like they're on the brink of bankruptcy," said Tom Buffenbarger, international president of the IAM. "When Harley was flat on its back in the 1980's, it was union members who refused to let it die. Harley went on to become an international success story but they've obviously forgotten how they got this far

Orignal From: Harley's York workers go on strike

2003 ZR1000 gas tank

Looking to purchase a used gas tank for this Motorcycle

Orignal From: 2003 ZR1000 gas tank

Buell Riders

Where are the few who ride buells?

Orignal From: Buell Riders

new factory parts

Anyone know who might have the cheapest prices on factory accessories on the web? I have seen a $210.00 difference on the same item ! TEXAS is a very competitive state but that is a blow out.

Orignal From: new factory parts

What's the life of the 1995 Virago 1100 motor??

I'm a fairly new rider and started with the Virago 535, but ready to move up. Looking at a 1995 1100 ... it's in beautiful shape, but it has 72,000 kms on it. Any experience, comments, thoughts on the 95 Virago 1100 motor with this many kms ?? Does it still have lot left, or should I stay away from it ??

Orignal From: What's the life of the 1995 Virago 1100 motor??

Suzuki Trailhopper

Restoration Help wanted! Any Suzuki Trailhopper 197X owners out there?

Orignal From: Suzuki Trailhopper

400CC sport bikes

Anybody had experience on the 400CC sport bikes? They are imports here, but they can be had. I'm interested becaasue in the 400cc size and under, insurance is cheap. (And gas mileage is great!) BUT, I don't want to ride a 400cc puddle-jumper like a CB400 or a GS400 or something. I've seen the Honda VFR400

Orignal From: 400CC sport bikes

Anyone going to Bike Week?

I'm going to see if the old Shovel will make it one more time. Probably going to try some hang gliding while I'm there this year.

Orignal From: Anyone going to Bike Week?

will not run

My 1987 Aspencade had a stator and rectifier replaced. Now it seems to have a starter out. The Honda shop has had it for a couple of months now and can not figure out why every time i get it home it will not start, when you hit the starter button it just acts like the battery is bad. It has had 3 batteries. Any ideas. After you let it sit all night it will turn over but get no fire.

Orignal From: will not run

2008 Model Year Update

The item specifics for Cars and Motorcycles will be updated on Thursday. In particular, the "year" attribute will be updated to include the 2008 model year. We apologize for the delay in making this change and hope it hasn't caused too much inconvenience. Pancho eBay Motors

Orignal From: 2008 Model Year Update

virago 750 backfire

recently purchased 1983 virago 750. typical starter problem. The problem that concerns me is the backfiring on the front cylinder. The boot is ok and the carbs are newly rebuilt. I took the carb apart just to make sure it was clean and it is. Is there a typical problem with these or do I just need to check the valves and cam and all the normal stuff. Any advise on the starter would be appreciated too! thanks Jim

Orignal From: virago 750 backfire

Shipping motorcycles- a better deal

I got a quote off an Ebay link for shipping a bike I recently purchased...around $1000.00- $1200.00 I contacted another company and got it shipped for 1/2 of that! Keyboardtech.com

Orignal From: Shipping motorcycles- a better deal

Registering Chinese motorcycles for road use

I'm considering picking up one of these cheap chinese dual sports or street bikes but I'm concerned with registering one for road use. Most only come with "paperwork" and not actual titles. Anyone have any experience here?

Orignal From: Registering Chinese motorcycles for road use

Does anyone have Victory 2000 Sports Cruiser Parts?

Plzzzzzz help my dad is trying to put one togethor that my uncle destroyed, and he needs the transmission and the engine. Thanks sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much if you can help! If not thanks for looking!

Orignal From: Does anyone have Victory 2000 Sports Cruiser Parts?

Twin Cam cam bearing removal, OK Gear Heads, How do you

How do you remove the inner bearings on a twin cam without the use of HD special tools? And any other tricks required to remove and replace TwinCam cams... Thanks from your average shade tree mechanic.

Orignal From: Twin Cam cam bearing removal, OK Gear Heads, How do you

No VIN frame?

I just recently (today) won an auction for a CBR 900rr frame. The listing said "no paperwork" so I sent a question about it to the seller. I asked if there was any reason (lein, stolen) I couldn't petition the state (Ohio) for a title. Only response I got was "no numbers". First thought was red flag but then I remembered that Hondas put the VIN on a sticker and it was removed when the frame was polished. I bid on it and won. Figured $50 was worth the trouble to get a title. Since I told the guy I'll pick it up in person, I haven't heard back yet. Sound fishy to you folks? He's got 100% feedback. I think I'm going to give him a day to contact me and then I'm moving on to another one. Thoughts?

Orignal From: No VIN frame?

1979 Harley

This is a serialized (69-8) belt buckle which has harley davidson markings on the front. It has a "BH" engraved on it and is either silver or puter. I cannot find it anywhere on the web. Any ideas to where I could find a value on it? thanks!

Orignal From: 1979 Harley

NEW STREET LEGENDZ MOTORCYCLE CLUB ***

BALTIMORE'S FINEST MOTORCYCLE CLUB....CHECK IT OUT Link

Orignal From: **NEW** STREET LEGENDZ MOTORCYCLE CLUB ***

Bonneville News

Local guy from here set a record in 250 cc class. Bumped the 110 mph record to 128, recorded 128 and 129 on the runs. LAND SPEED MOTORCYCLE RECORD SMASHED..TWICE!!! Ack Attack a dual Busa based streamliner bumped the old Easyrider record up to 342 or 344. The Easyrider record held for 16 years!! Later that day another streamliner piloted by I believe Chris Carr broke the new record a few hours later, still in the 340 range..

Orignal From: Bonneville News

what forks fot vtr 1000?

My nimrod nephew has a 04 vtr 1000 which he let a friend ride into the side of a parked car.Insurance wont pay because friend had no cycle license.We are trying to repair bike cheaply,forks are waxed.anybody know if another model forks will work in existing trees without wheel or brake replacement? Been trying to find original forks but they are hard to find.Everybody wipes out front end.

Orignal From: what forks fot vtr 1000?

Virago gearing

Does anyone know if I can change the final drive unit on this 1991 Yamaha Virago 1100 with some other Yamaha, maybe a venture, to get a little higher gear ratio? This bike is just geared too low for comfortable interstate cruising with stock unit. I would like to be able to drop rpm's by about 500 at 70mph. I've already counted teeth on a v-max, it is geared a bit lower...won't help me. I've checked with a couple of salvage yards, seems like nobody knows much about ring and pinions for Yamaha gearing. I would appreciate some help, thoughts, maybe even an opinion...thanks anybody.

Orignal From: Virago gearing

Off topic tech question

I have a question for anyone who cares to answer. I guess this could also apply to motorcycles. My '81 ski-doo Everest 500E fan cooled twin fouls the fan side plug frequently. I tried a hotter plug and switched from NGK to Champion with the same result. I was using a B7 resistor plug and went to a B8. The Champ was the equivelant of the B8ES. The engine has a points type ignition. After fouling, I can insert a new plug and everything's fine. That's why I think it isn't the coil or the rest of the ignition system. Although, I could be wrong. The engine has 120 psi on the fan side and 128 on the other.Single carb, so It shouldn't be a carb problem. Again, I could be wrong. Any suggestions? Thanks, Gomer

Orignal From: Off topic tech question

Lots of bikes neat pic

Hi folks. This is my first visit ever to this forum. I went to a persons place out of town to look at and purchase the 51 Bel Air hardtop. He said it was in the road! I knew he had some bikes and parts but never expected this.

Orignal From: Lots of bikes neat pic

Cool Free Programs I Have Found

I found this Tron game the other day while looking for something totally different and I just could not resist.. This is a pretty neat game especially for free.. For windows download scroll down to win32 click it and it will take you to the download page for windows... Link Turn off your pop up blocker but anti virus is ok left on... This is totally safe with no ad ware or crud...and it should be ebay allowable as it's non commercial..

Orignal From: Cool Free Programs I Have Found

When AMF bought Harley..

I was 18 years old and worked in the York PA facility.. We made lawnmowers, snowmobiles, bombs and munitions for VietNam. and then motorcycles....no wonder they leaked.... It was fun though...25 bucks in the credit union got you 3000 bucks of credit at 2%...every young guy had a Harley and a Muscle car.. ( I had a 396 Camaro and a leaky Sportster) Cletus.

Orignal From: When AMF bought Harley..

Are these items

180093182087, 180093326374, 180093326506, 180093326733 I was not aware that "genuine Harley-Davidson Service Manuals" were ever released on CD's in PDF format.

Orignal From: Are these items

Ghost Rider Nicholas Cage

I saw the movie Ghost Rider last weekend, wasn't bad, entertaining. The motor cycle Nicholas Cage (The Ghost Rider) rides is about a 90% replica of the original captain america bike in Easy Rider 1969. The paint was the only noticable change. I thought it was a cool tribute to pay to the original Captain America Bike. TimeLess. A flameing skelton in leather on a big chopper was pretty cool too.

Orignal From: Ghost Rider Nicholas Cage

punch yer lights out...

comin' to get ya! and you know who you are you discussion board freak(s)!

Orignal From: punch yer lights out...

Rear rotor(Honda CB900 Custom)

The rear rotor on my CB900 rubs against the caliper bracket.Warped? Help.

Orignal From: Rear rotor(Honda CB900 Custom)

Bought a Honda CBR1000RR on eBay, undisclosed problems...

I really don't appreciate dishonest sellers. Bike is basically OK, but several obvious undisclosed problems, cost about $200 to fix. There is no question they were intentionally omitted. There were plenty of pics on the auction, all carefully omitting the problems. This was from a used car Dealer in Alabama. Seller won't return my calls, won't leave feedback until I do. Any suggestions?

Orignal From: Bought a Honda CBR1000RR on eBay, undisclosed problems...

yamaha final drive ratio

I'm still searching for answers. Does anyone have ratio numbers for yamaha final drive units? I would really like to gear this 1100 Virago just a bit higher for a more comfortable cruise. I know that some units don't have a threaded hole for the shock...not a problem..I'm a machinists. Does the unit on a venture have the same ratio as a virago? I counted the teeth on an old one from a salvage yard that was "supposed" to be a venture, it was geared lower. Maybe I was handed something else, might have been an Edsel or a Studeabaker. I would surely appreciate a little help, thanks...hillclimber

Orignal From: yamaha final drive ratio

Daytona Trailer Week 2007

Thursday 03/01/07- Replaced rear tire on the bike, changed the oil, and replaced the sidecar windshield. Bike looked pretty nasty (green slime, dirt,etc.) so I got out the power washer and hit it good. Friday 03/02/07- Left the house at about 7:00am. Kinda cool out (high 40's/low 50's) so I dressed warm. Totally uneventful ride to Panama City, FL, where I spent the night at a friends house. Saturday 03/03/07- Left P.C. around 7:00am. Cool again so I dressed warm again. Stopped in Talahassee and visited with a friend. Headed out around noon. Bike was running pretty good, just weeping a little oil around the gaskets. Got to Ocala around 4:00pm. There were races at Volusia this evening but the weather looked like rain towards Daytona. I didn't know if I wanted to chance riding over there just to have the races cancelled and then have to ride down to Davenport at night. I decided to head down to Wallaby Ranch in Davenport, where my brothers live. It started raining at Wildwood and it rained until I arrived at Wallaby Ranch about dark. They were having a birthday party for one of the ranch employees and I arrived just in time to get a medium-rare steak hot off the grill, with all the fixins', including some pretty decent wine. Went to my brothers trailer after dinner, unloaded the bike, and caught up on what's been happening with them. They've both become hangliding bums! They both live at Wallaby, one in a tent on a platform, and the other in a camper trailer. They help around the place to defray the cost of their hangliding. Sunday 03/04/07- Got up at 7:00am and went hangliding. WHAT A RUSH!!!!!!!!! Around 10:00am my youngest brother and I headed out to Volusia Speedway for some flat track racing. The races Saturday HAD been cancelled due to rain and it was taking them longer to get the track prepped than they planned on. Racing started around 4:00pm, feature race finished at around 9:30. Temps had dropped into the low 40's, one of the guys from the ranch had a condo at Flagler Beach and told my brother he could use it anytime he wanted to, soooooooooo, we spent the night there instead of riding 80mi. back to Wallaby. Monday 03/05/07- Headed to the Speedway around 8:00am. Stopped at the Jam-On swap meet to get a mirror (mine fell off just South of Perry on the way down). Swap meet was smaller than in previous years. Spent the day watching the vintage races at the Speedway. Springsteen won the Formula 750 race by over 1/2mi. on an XR-750. That sucker sounded really sweet at speed. Headed back to Wallaby around 5:00.pm.

Orignal From: Daytona Trailer Week 2007

Deuce taillight prob

Just got through painting the tins and repairing an `02 Deuce. I got a prob with the taillight. I bought a pack of 2 GE 1157s. When I turn on the taillight it will burn for just a few seconds then burn out. It discolors the inside of the bulb glass almost like it was getting too many volts. My first thought was I had a pinched wire or short. If that was so, it should be blowing circuits....right? Any ideas would be appreciated. It`s the little/simple stuff that will drive you up a wall.

Orignal From: Deuce taillight prob

Help on best way to sell a T-shirt collection

My friend asked me to sell her deceased husband's huge collection of Harley t-shirts on EBay. My problem is what is the best way to approach this. There are 500-600 shirts from cities all over the world, all new, no 2 alike. Should I list it as one collection or should I break the collection up? If I break it up, how? I know absolutely nothing about Harley collectors' interests. I welcome your input!

Orignal From: Help on best way to sell a T-shirt collection