Recent content by jcdas

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    long lasting road tire?

    Not sure if there is a size for the S10, but I have Dunlop Elite 2 rear tire with 35000 km on my Venture and I probably can go another 5000. Good handling and long life. I've heard of ME880s delaminating. I think you are supposed to have higher than normal pressures with them. Sent from my...
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    Looking for a lighter bike

    Again, thnks for the warm welcome and feedback. The idea of a Maxiscooter is still a very distant idea. Maybe in 10 years. I have a story to tell about a Burgman... About 8 years ago, I went for a ride with a fellow I knew for many years out of Lakefield ON. Jake was about 65 at the time...
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    Looking for a lighter bike

    Thanks all for you feedback. I really like my past and current Yamahas for their shaft drives. Just plain bullet proof. Just lube the splines and change the oil every couple of years. So I'd rather avoid a chain drive bike. I did have a look at the FJ09 here in Canada. Nice looking, but...
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    Looking for a lighter bike

    Hi folks. My current bike is a 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale. It's getting a bit old, but not worn out yet! My problem is that I'm getting older too (61), and riding an 800 lbs motorcycle is becoming hard work. I've taken test rides on a BMW R1200GS, R1200RT, and a Yamaha FJR1300. The FJR...
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