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    Hot weather gear

    Cycle Gear has a sale on Frank Thomas gear. Is it any good? Alpinestars and Dianese has the reputation, but is it just marketing? I need to find good quality, hot-weather gear and I'm thinking mesh jacket and pants. Temps frequently rise into the 100's here, with 110+++ not out of the...
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    Fieldsheer leather jacket size

    Question for those that have a leather Fieldsheer jacket. I am looking at the Fieldsheer Razor perforated leather jacket, here's the link: Fieldsheer Razor Leather Jacket - Street Bike - Motorcycle Superstore My chest measures 46" and falls right between the size markers (XL= 44"-46" chest...
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    2006 fz1 gel seat

    Does anyone know if a 2006 Yamaha FZ1 Gel Seat will fit our bikes? I found one locally.
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    Drive-In Movie Night

    Not sure how many of you have kids, but wifey and I just hosted an "Autobody and Drive-in Movie Night". We had our kids deliver invitations to the neighborhood kids (and parents) instructing them to bring a large cardboard box to turn into a car; this was the "Autobody" phase. If you know...
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    Not just another engine oil question... OK, maybe it is

    Why do engine manufacturers recommend changing the oil every 3 months? How does the length of time that oil remains in an engine change the protective quality of that oil? I understand how quantitative hours ran on an engine can effect the overall quality of oil by consuming or contaminating...
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    Posting tunes to the "Tunes" tab

    How does one post Playlist music to the "Tunes" section of the forum? DSAV90'S playlist kicks @ss, I would like to add to it. I would love to hear other music lists from our members also. Admin???
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    Motorcycle lift

    Because of the catalytic converter and exhaust located under the bike, is it possible to use a motorcycle lift that raises the bike utilizing the engine as a mounting point? :don'tknow:
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    Riding history map

    I saw a map of the USA on another forum where a rider could show what states they have been to. Kinda like what you would see on the back of RV's. Is there anyway to incorporate that onto this site? Any interest in doing so? Might create interest in the "IronButt" challenges... Here is a...
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    Xelement gear

    Is anybody familiar with Xelement's gear? I'm interested in their motorcycle riding pants and they seem to have really good pricing. Here is the webpage I've been looking at: Xelement Gear: Advanced Motorcycle Jackets, Biker Boots, Motorcycle Saddlebags, Leather Chaps, Pants, Vests, and...
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    Painting the "power crystal"

    Just wondering if anyone has painted that decorative power crystal above the headlamp? I'm thinking black to match the rest of my bike. Might give it a more aggressive, less- "Transformor-ish" look. What do you all think? Option 2 is paint it black but have a clear section with a red...
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    Bike for wifey

    My better half has been seeing how much fun I have and is considering getting into the maniacle world of motorcycling. I've been looking, and it seems that Kawasaki is the only manufacturer that actually makes bikes truely geared for newbies. The 250 and 500 "Ninja" all seem like great starter...
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    Winter projects

    For myself, the fun part of this forum is getting ideas on customizing my bike. Example: I would have never thought of putting the remote garage door opener in the fake button next to the turn signal. IMO, that is freakin brilliant! So, in addition to doing all my own maintenance, this winter...
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    Torque wrench

    I need to buy a torque wrench. What size do you all recommend? 3/8", 1/2" etc. I have sockets for both sizes of ratches so it doesn't matter, just wondering what works best. Are there opinions on digital or click-type? What about manufacturer? This is probably where I will shy away from...
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    Price for first dealer dervice?

    I'm hoping this is not a repeat thread, because I was wondering how much people paid for the first scheduled service at a dealer? There appears to be such a wide variable with the initial purchase price on our bikes, I was wondering if the same applied to the service department. Thanks all.

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