What did you do to your bike today?

[Pauly]

Chromectomy complete. I tried to remove some of the plastic wood trim from the rear storage compartments, but it is glued on like linoleum. Looks like I am learning to live with it, which isn't my favorite activity. Oh, well... it isn't hateful. I will live.

It's still the same Goldwing, just less shiny.

[durk]

21 minutes ago, Pauly said:

Chromectomy complete. I tried to remove some of the plastic wood trim from the rear storage compartments, but it is glued on like linoleum. Looks like I am learning to live with it, which isn't my favorite activity. Oh, well... it isn't hateful. I will live.

It's still the same Goldwing, just less shiny.

Could you wrap the wood grain in black? I’ve never wrapped anything but maybe worth a shot. Do those rotor covers come off? Could eliminate some more chrome pretty quick I’d think. 

[Pauly]

17 minutes ago, durk said:

Could you wrap the wood grain in black? I’ve never wrapped anything but maybe worth a shot. Do those rotor covers come off? Could eliminate some more chrome pretty quick I’d think. 

I considered vinyl for the faux wood, but I'm just going to let it ride. The rotor covers are OEM and don't bother me, plus they hold the LED Ring of Fire.. which I like. It was all the extra chrome that was added to the bike that didn't suit me.  With the exception of the passenger kick panels on the panniers and the arm rest mounts, and the luggage rack, the remainder of the chrome is how it left the plant in Marysville. 

[durk]

20 hours ago, Tonik said:

Yea, highway pegs are hard on Wings. They always drag. Only thing I have seen that is for sure safe are Mic O Pegs. Out of business but maybe you can find some used.

I took my pegs off. Not putting them back on.

I’ve grown to like the highway pegs. With the wife on board we typically are just cruising around at 65ish on a 2 lane and corner pretty slow. Those highway pegs make me a little more laid back. I did adjust them up a bit today. Definitely gained some clearance. Hopefully no more touchdowns as long as they’re in the upright position. Even with her on board I typically flip them up for twisties. 

[Pauly]

30 minutes ago, AlanSmith7 said:

Man, that's a machine to do die for. Looks amazing. Are these racks from the Viking Bags?

I don't believe so. I'm not able to select a Goldwing on their website. Looks like cruiser stuff. Knowing the PO's M.O., I am guessing Show Chrome or Honda. He farkles with quality stuff. 

[snot]

On 5/29/2023 at 8:05 PM, Pauly said:

I just cant help myself. I removed the silver switch box on the clutch master cylinder and pulled the wires. Now that it has the uber LEDs, I don't need that. Replaced the chrome speaker covers for OEM for aesthetic reasons. No more cigarette lighter. Now it's sporting a BMW plug that will be wired directly to the battery for heated gear (lol..as if I will ever need that), battery tender and a 12v USB charger. 

I have hardware on the way to lose the CB mic mount that I will never use. I am also doing a little more chromectomy surgery, but am almost ready to leave it alone. 

Love how it is looking.

[Gpaw]

Did the cox mills wv loop 433 miles 9/644/164/9/148/145/556/7/wv2/180/18/23/50/74/47/16/2/oh7/archer fork rd/26/800/799/250/646/151/332/9

[Pauly]

[JustinNck1]

Rode it home. Took off some stickers from the previous owner. Made a list of stuff I need for it and started ordering stuff. 

[JustinNck1]

Did some suspension adjustments, gave it a bath and then hit some twisties. The bike feels so much more planted now, still getting used to the bike though. Got a list of parts coming to address some things.

[Pauly]

450+ miles on the RS today. New handlebar is awesome. So much more nimble and flickable, plus all day comfort. That is how it should come from BMW. 

[Tpoppa]

1 hour ago, Pauly said:

450+ miles on the RS today. New handlebar is awesome. So much more nimble and flickable, plus all day comfort. That is how it should come from BMW. 

Super fun ride today.  Thanks for coming out 👍

[Gpaw]

Went with Pauly and tpoppa on Sunday 484 miles and some new road had a blast

[JustinNck1]

Installed some very basic accessories. The throttle rocker just helps my wrist so much and makes my throttle smoother. Took it out for a spin and I am starting to get back to the FJR handling characteristics. Still plenty to improve on...

[Tonik]

34 minutes ago, AlanSmith7 said:

. I am thinking for creating some kind of plastic ring which I can put on the accerlator, tighten it up and anchor with the switch assembly. You can then simply place the anchor on at your desire speed, simply remove the anchor when braking.

They call those throttle locks. I believe Atlas makes one for that bike.

 

https://www.atlasthrottlelock.com/

[Tonik]

50 minutes ago, AlanSmith7 said:

Got it, thanks for the quick response

Another option I just remembered. These are cheap and I have been told they work well. You set it by putting the long end against the brake lever.

You just have to adjust it so the tension isn't too high so you can manually roll off the throttle.

 

https://www.amazon.com/Go-Cruise-GC-A1BK-Universal-Throttle/dp/B00ERXG4TM/ref=pd_aw_ci_mcx_mh_ci_mcx_mr_bw_mh_m_andr_web_sspa_mw_detail_2?pd_rd_w=xRzMh&content-id=amzn1.sym.33b4a6f1-821a-4d36-a511-3308bbb704da&pf_rd_p=33b4a6f1-821a-4d36-a511-3308bbb704da&pf_rd_r=66VZHVV8SHRQP16PTMAD&pd_rd_wg=tjL8T&pd_rd_r=5aac32e9-681f-4a76-8463-2be365f94147&pd_rd_i=B00ERXG4TM

Edited June 23, 2023 by Tonik

[Pauly]

They do not get stuck. You just roll the throttle tube forward as you reach for the brake lever. There isn't enough friction to overcome the power of your wrist. A smooth throttle tube is key for the best operating condition. 

[Tpoppa]

On 6/20/2023 at 10:13 AM, Gpaw said:

Went with Pauly and tpoppa on Sunday 484 miles and some new road had a blast

That was a fun route.  Might make a few adjustments before I ride it again.

[Pauly]

Installed a small Puig wind deflector. Same brand and tint as the windscreen and not as ugly as I thought it would be.

 

[vf1000ride]

Did new steering stem bearings and fork seals on my sportclassic yesterday.  Been probably 18-20K miles or so since the last time.  Not too bad I guess. 

[JustinNck1]

Installed new foot pegs and made some compression dampening adjustments on the front forks. The bike is really starting to feel like my other FJR.

[Pauly]

New deflector works well. Cleans the air hitting my helmet on the freeway and a quick twist directs fresh air right onto my chest. Lift the windscreen and it's whisper quiet, so weather protection should be excellent. 

[B-Mac]

I have been using these for about 19 years on different set up's.

1. Nep Cruise Control

2. Kaoko Throttle Stabilizer

3. Motorcycle Cruise Control, Motorcycle Throttle Lock

They all work great. (YMMV)

anyone remember the OLD rubber band set up from back in the day?🥸

Edited June 25, 2023 by B-Mac

[JustinNck1]

32 minutes ago, B-Mac said:

I have been using these for about 19 years on different set up's.

1. Nep Cruise Control

2. Kaoko Throttle Stabilizer

3. Motorcycle Cruise Control, Motorcycle Throttle Lock

They all work great. (YMMV)

anyone remember the OLD rubber band set up from back in the day?🥸

I’ve used the throttlemesiter throttle lock and really liked them, but they went out of business. I got a Kaoko ordered, good here you liked it.

[Tonik]

Well, apparently today I wore my front tire out trying to lose this pesky BMW that was behind me.

Got a 4200 mile trip coming up, back tire will be toast by the time that is done. Just pulled them both off and will take them to Sills first thing in the morning.

Glad I always keep a pair around.