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gsinnc
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WOW .... just going through the pix here and this is one pretty bike ! ! Nicely done !
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Dashpush
If you ever decide to replace the shocks, drop me a line, the front one is a Beast on this unit. Have you noticed fewer people pulling out in front of you yet?
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I notice that people do look twice at the bike, and I can see them thinking.... If I get behind somebody, they often tend to slow down. There aren't too many RTP's in use in CT by PD's that I know about. There are some in Meriden. I think the black and white scheme and the lights just say "police" to a lot of people. It seems to intimidate more than my Kawasaki KZ1000P police bike. That one seems to deliver more of a "Barney Fife" vibe!!
So far, the shocks seem pretty efficient. I haven't experienced anything yet that has given them any trouble. After replacing the transmission, the front shock might be 'easier'...... unless there are surprises I don't know about. Did you replace yours? If so, why, and with what? Regards, Hal
I notice that people do look twice at the bike, and I can see them thinking.... If I get behind somebody, they often tend to slow down. There aren't too many RTP's in use in CT by PD's that I know about. There are some in Meriden. I think the black and white scheme and the lights just say "police" to a lot of people. It seems to intimidate more than my Kawasaki KZ1000P police bike. That one seems to deliver more of a "Barney Fife" vibe!!
So far, the shocks seem pretty efficient. I haven't experienced anything yet that has given them any trouble. After replacing the transmission, the front shock might be 'easier'...... unless there are surprises I don't know about. Did you replace yours? If so, why, and with what? Regards, Hal
bikerfish1100
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if Meriden is using them, that is new within the last 2 years. Middletown began using them about 4 yrs ago, and they love 'em!
FWIW- i had someone pull over to let me by the other day. i was on my KLR, with modulating headlight.
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Dashpush
Yeah I wanted to upgrade for a trailer I was pulling. The front shock is difficult to get out due to the extra subframe for the front crash bars. Here's the link if you are interested.
http://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?t=13302
New ohlins will fit, but just barely. It was well worth it for the ride quality too.
http://forums.bmwmoa.org/showthread.php?t=13302
New ohlins will fit, but just barely. It was well worth it for the ride quality too.
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Built like a Panzer tank!
Wow! I didn't realize all of that bracing under the plastic was specific to the RT-P! I'm glad mine seems to handle and ride very well, I sure don't want to tackle changing the front shock. I just want to ride for now. I copied your pic for future reference though..... cause you just never know!H.
Wow! I didn't realize all of that bracing under the plastic was specific to the RT-P! I'm glad mine seems to handle and ride very well, I sure don't want to tackle changing the front shock. I just want to ride for now. I copied your pic for future reference though..... cause you just never know!H.
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Dashpush
It's not as bad as the tranny swap, I'm sure it would be pretty straight forward for you.
bikerfish1100
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i don't think you took that pic too recently, Doug my man.
going thru bike withdrawals- a long 2 weeks since the KLR saw any movement, and it was the weekend before the first blizz that the S went out.
going thru bike withdrawals- a long 2 weeks since the KLR saw any movement, and it was the weekend before the first blizz that the S went out.
munchy
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i don't think you took that pic too recently, Doug my man.
going thru bike withdrawals- a long 2 weeks since the KLR saw any movement, and it was the weekend before the first blizz that the S went out.
That is my picture of what I WISH Colorado weather looked like. The RR is ready to go (even got a new sheepskin seat cover), I just could not get past my driveway. I may have to fly somewhere warm and rent a bike
Joe, you may have to change your sig location. Banana Belt no more.
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patiodadio
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patiodadio,
sweet
(I like yellow - it's so mellow)
sweet
(I like yellow - it's so mellow)
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