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Ryanme17

759 posts recovered 16 threads started First seen 13 Jul 2008 Last seen 26 Sep 2012

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  1. VFR sighted on Onion website. Ryanme17 10 26 Sep 2012 3 Oct 2012 Ryanme17 · 26 Sep 2012 – 3 Oct 2012
  2. ATGATT Ryanme17 20 4 Sep 2011 5 Sep 2011 Ryanme17 · 4 Sep 2011 – 5 Sep 2011
  3. How to De-crappy-controller-ify your Synergy Jacket. Ryanme17 6 8 May 2011 8 May 2011 Ryanme17 · 8 May 2011 – 8 May 2011
  4. What type of connection for heated gear? Ryanme17 13 8 Mar 2011 9 Mar 2011 Ryanme17 · 8 Mar 2011 – 9 Mar 2011
  5. BikeMaster Air Filter. Ryanme17 3 6 Jan 2011 23 Mar 2011 Ryanme17 · 6 Jan 2011 – 23 Mar 2011
  6. What causes this? Ryanme17 16 19 Oct 2010 21 Oct 2010 Ryanme17 · 19 Oct 2010 – 21 Oct 2010
  7. Want to start doing my own changes. Ryanme17 28 19 Apr 2010 26 Apr 2010 Ryanme17 · 19 Apr 2010 – 26 Apr 2010
  8. New Honda Red Rider Magazine Ryanme17 14 28 Jan 2010 2 Mar 2010 Ryanme17 · 28 Jan 2010 – 2 Mar 2010
  9. Stupid Question Of The Day. Ryanme17 7 5 Oct 2009 6 Oct 2009 Ryanme17 · 5 Oct 2009 – 6 Oct 2009
  10. Power Commander Maps Cozye's Map PCIII NON-USB Ryanme17 1 30 Jul 2009 30 Jul 2009 Ryanme17 · 30 Jul 2009 – 30 Jul 2009
  11. Riding Again After An Accident Ryanme17 86 11 Jun 2009 7 Aug 2014 Ryanme17 · 11 Jun 2009 – 7 Aug 2014
  12. Vista Cruise Throttle Lock Install Question. Ryanme17 5 9 Jun 2009 10 Jun 2009 Ryanme17 · 9 Jun 2009 – 10 Jun 2009
  13. How Do I Register A Canadian Vfr Ryanme17 19 1 Jun 2009 3 Jun 2009 Ryanme17 · 1 Jun 2009 – 3 Jun 2009
  14. To Buy Back The Salvage Or Not? Ryanme17 30 19 May 2009 21 May 2009 Ryanme17 · 19 May 2009 – 21 May 2009
  15. Which Way Do I Turn To Add More Preload To The Rear? Ryanme17 3 14 May 2009 14 May 2009 Ryanme17 · 14 May 2009 – 14 May 2009
  16. Paint Codes For Anniversary Rwb/ Hugger Color Ryanme17 22 12 Aug 2008 17 Aug 2008 Ryanme17 · 12 Aug 2008 – 17 Aug 2008

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  1. VFR sighted on Onion website. 26 Sep 2012 15:16 http://www.theonion....ready-de,29685/ Funny both because the picture doesn't match the article and for the satire*. *Satire not to be taken seriously.
  2. Strapping stuff down 24 May 2012 15:49 [image: View Post]tc339, on 22 May 2012 - 09:04 PM, said: awesome. thanks for the tips! I have one more question though. Where do you guys actually connect either like the straps or the cargo net. like what do you hook…
  3. Pirelli Angel ST with 9,557 miles 24 May 2012 13:28 I wouldn't recommend pushing them. Those tires go downhill FAST.
  4. ABS Pre-load adjuster on rear shock 14 May 2012 15:28 It will turn easier with your bike on the center stand.
  5. Any bright ideas? 14 May 2012 15:24 Scrap metal recycles them and gets you a few dollars. Enough to cover the cost of the gas to the scrap yard. :)
  6. Fuse E blowing (2007 ABS) 14 May 2012 15:18 Check your wiring that runs to the headlights, including the headlight bulb connector. Look for any burned spots, melted insulation, exposed metal, etc.
  7. T-Mac 2012 travel routes 14 May 2012 14:18 I am hoping to make it to Cincinnati on Tuesday, and heading south from there on Wednesday morning. Is there anyone at all interested in meeting up? Someone please show me the fun roads on the way down! :)
  8. A trying weekend to say the least 14 May 2012 14:11 I've had good luck with the Yuasa battery that is for the ST1300. It is a bit smaller, and has more cranking amps. Others have had good luck with other battery brands.
  9. Thinking about buying a VFR, need opinions. 12 May 2012 20:59 It sounds to me like you're looking for a lightweight, rocket powered bike, with good suspension that is also comfortable. The VFR is one of those things: comfortable. I personally don't understand the need for more…
  10. How old are our VFR owners? 12 May 2012 20:50 27. I've had my VFR, and been on VFRD for 4 years.
  11. 2012 Tmac Room/Roommate thread 12 May 2012 16:37 [image: View Post]Baileyrock, on 12 May 2012 - 11:18 AM, said: Keep calling the Microtel ask ask them to check for cancelled rooms. BR +1. I know for a fact there is a room open.
  12. Added 'safety' strobes to my 5th Gen 12 May 2012 15:51 Back when the movie The Fast and The Furious came out, you could get super cheap, bright flashing lights at just about any auto parts store... I don't remember what they're called, but if you want brighter, that may be…
  13. Lowering the front end?! 10 May 2012 16:29 This will increase your turn-in. Meaning the bike will steer faster with less effort. However, it will also lower your ground clearance. The VFR already doesn't have much clearance on the track. As Johnmark said,…
  14. Dies while rolling to a stop 10 May 2012 16:27 Or, you could never, ever stop riding. Don't slow down for anything. :idea3:
  15. Going full stealth 9 May 2012 16:32 Am I the only one who thinks making a bike harder to see is a bad idea?
  16. What about an "italian stallion" viffer 8 May 2012 03:49 [image: View Post]karhawk, on 07 May 2012 - 10:11 PM, said: [image: View Post]kieran323, on 07 May 2012 - 09:21 PM, said: Snakeskin? I just had a heart attack! :laugh: Those covers look alright, but need some paint.…
  17. Looking for prize donations, Tmac 2012 7 May 2012 12:59 Anything in particular you guys think I should bring? http://www.rightbrai...y.com/store.php
  18. 2012 Tmac Room/Roommate thread 4 May 2012 14:28 I currently have a single room reserved, but would be happy to switch to a double to save some money if anyone wants?
  19. 'Quick' fixes to drop the running temp? 4 May 2012 14:25 Quote To be honest, I'm not 100% sure how you actually check that without a dyno to simulate a load on the bike You don't. Maybe you can get some readings from the emissions, but it's best to have a dyno. Pressure…
  20. Crazy bad gas mileage!!! 4 May 2012 14:16 CharlesW Kirdro Any suggestions? Just one. Check it again. Many things can contribute to a single fill-up giving a bad mileage result. Probably the most common is operator error, either in the math or not filling the…
  21. Front tire on backward oh no 3 May 2012 16:48 As it was said, the only thing that they have directions for is because the tread pattern is supposed to disperse water better in that direction. If you don't do any wet riding no point in worrying about it. If you do,…
  22. 'Quick' fixes to drop the running temp? 2 May 2012 18:24 [image: View Post]whiteboyslo, on 02 May 2012 - 08:12 AM, said: Any suggestions on how to determine t-stat issues from water pump issues? The pump's not a cheap unit, so I'd hate to replace it without knowing for sure…
  23. Thermostat question 2 May 2012 16:29 [image: View Post]Bad Boy, on 01 May 2012 - 10:29 PM, said: Sounds kind of boarder line. When mine stuck open it ran about 100 deg above ambient when on the highway. After it was replaced it would sometimes run in the…
  24. Rode 2-up for the first time tonight. I have a question. 2 May 2012 04:08 That makes sense about not wanting her weight farther back on the bike if you are riding as you would at a racetrack. With a passenger you should not be accellerating so fast to worry about wheelie-ing, or cornering so…
  25. Air temp. gauge function? 29 Apr 2012 15:04 Sounds like you need a new sensor. You can take your sensor out, set it in water of a certain temperature, and then record the resistance to test it.
  26. Would you buy another 6th Gen VFR? 25 Apr 2012 17:36 I tried to find something different to replace my previous VFR. I looked at just about everything, and came back with the VFR as by far the best bike for me.
  27. T-Mac 2012 travel routes 23 Apr 2012 14:50 I will be travelling from Traverse City, MI to Cincinnati on the 16th, then from Cinci to Franklin on the 17th. Would anyone like to ride together? Show me some routes?
  28. Looking for prize donations, Tmac 2012 23 Apr 2012 13:10 I was just at a Trade show, and I didn't think to grab a bunch of SWAG, shoot! I'll just have to hit up the company store.
  29. Quick Shifter for Power Commander 16 Feb 2012 15:27 I thought the quickshifter was activated by using a pressure switch mounted inside the shift lever mechanism? Having to push a button to quickshift kind of defeats the purpose, doesn't it? Also, correct me if I'm wrong,…
  30. PR2 Track pressures hot/cold? 16 Feb 2012 15:22 The Michelin guy I've talked to at the track has always said 30/30 cold for his tires. However, I don't think he'd approve of using PR2's. While they are very grippy for a sport-touring tired, they really aren't…
  31. Idiots Guide to Linked Brakes 13 Feb 2012 17:07 Best braking practices are the same with Honda's LBS as they would be with a standard bike. The LBS do a good enough job that you should just ignore that they are there.
  32. Texasmac Photos 8 Feb 2012 18:02 Are we talking 2011 TMAC pics?
  33. Riding Again After An Accident 8 Feb 2012 03:26 MikeOnBike Do you ever get the feeling that you are thread killer? It's like being the last one picked in a school yard ball game. Mike, This thread has died and been resurrected enough times that I'm not sure you've…
  34. Automotive thermostat replacement for VFR800??? 6 Feb 2012 00:40 If you find this, please post it up. Maybe even pin it?
  35. Riding Again After An Accident 21 Jan 2012 19:15 Another year later and I'm 10 times the rider that I used to be. It seems like a lifetime ago that I was so nervous and twitchy after the accident. I'm glad I had people's advice to take it slow and to work on…
  36. How High Have You Gone 20 Jan 2012 16:45 Grattan Racetrack has a fairly long straight section. Long enough I could've maxed out the bike's speed if I had wanted to. I never got above 120, however, for one simple reason. EVERY MPH ADDED AT HIGH SPEED REQUIRES A…
  37. Anybody try the Continental Road Attack 2's? 9 Jan 2012 14:09 I would not recommend the Pirelli Angels. I have had good luck with PR2's, however. I liked the original Road Attacks, until the PR2's came along and gave better grip and longer life.
  38. General Maintenance Questions 9 Jan 2012 14:03 Also, I wouldn't recommend working on it right before a trip.
  39. General Maintenance Questions 9 Jan 2012 00:52 I'd at least check your air filter. It probably needs to be changed if you've been doing a lot of dirt riding. Changing coolant can't hurt but won't really be necessary. Same for brake fluid, though your braking might…
  40. 6'6" and i was looking at 6th gen but will 5th gen be roomier? 6 Jan 2012 16:04 [image: View Post]DGI, on 03 January 2012 - 09:03 AM, said: I have an ongoing post in the 6th gen forum but i see alot more 5th gen bikes available locally and i just noticed the seat height seems to be higher... Im…
  41. I was hit in the neck by a bird. 5 Jan 2012 22:56 Glad you're okay, it could cause some serious damage if it hit an unprotected part of you. I've had a bird glance off my arm, but that's about it.
  42. PC Map modification? Just curious how it is done? 5 Jan 2012 17:50 IIRC, Cozye's map was done carefully and with deliberate testing using a seat-of-your-pants-ometer. Most dynometer shops are set up to make maximum HP on your literbike/hayabusa and may not provide a remotely smooth map…
  43. SPEED channel rider education 30 Dec 2011 04:51 Just ridiculous. The very idea that hard parts sliding will stop you faster than rubber tires never made sense to me. I suppose if you were going to slide UNDER the semi-truck, lol!
  44. Got a PCIII for Xmas, but do I really want the PCV? 30 Dec 2011 00:02 whiteboyslo Quickshift may be a mod to look at as the bike sees a lot of track days. Is the PCIII not compatible? Quickshift is PCIII USB compatible.
  45. Got a PCIII for Xmas, but do I really want the PCV? 27 Dec 2011 02:39 whiteboyslo Sounds good. Question, though. I've been contemplating playing with the gearing a bit (probably a -1 up front). Will this be something that would affect the Power Commander at all? If so, would one be better…
  46. I just upgraded vfrd to the latest version of invisionboard 11 Sep 2011 20:40 Once I've viewed a topic it disappears from the "new posts" section and I guess I have to remember which forum it was posted in to find it, am I doing it right or is there an easier way? Also, I'm used to shortening…
  47. 6th Gen Air Filter - building mountains out of molehills... 10 Sep 2011 14:18 [image: View Post]RollinAgain, on 10 September 2011 - 05:43 AM, said: Olive, In the future please state how long the job will take using 12 oz. beverages as the time unit (e.g - This appears to be a two-beer job…
  48. ATGATT 4 Sep 2011 03:21 [image: View Post]spud786, on 03 September 2011 - 09:04 PM, said: If a little sand causes you to crash in an apartment parking lot, your were riding as a danger to the public in an uncontroled manner. Should have been…
  49. ATGATT 4 Sep 2011 01:39 After doing some work on my bike in preparation for a track day tomorrow I decided to take it for a short spin around the garage at my apartment complex to make sure everything was working right, no loose screws, etc.…
  50. 08 running hot w/Leo's ??? 3 Sep 2011 17:47 [image: View Post]Chaz06i, on 03 September 2011 - 11:44 AM, said: I hear the way to go, is to get the PCV and the Autotune. That way you don't have to have it tuned as it will do it for you. The 02-10's are mapped by…

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