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Introductions - Tell us a bit about yourself => Introductions => Topic started by: mriboy on February 15, 2015, 09:14:11 AM
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My name is Mike, I am here to learn info and tips for me new bike ;D
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Hiya Mike. What color did ya get? What mods do you plan on doing? Welcome to the community!
Mike
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Congratulations! Welcome to the forum!
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My name is Mike, I am here to learn info and tips for me new bike ;D
Welcome Mike! (http://board.twcclan.org/images/smilies/custom/welcome2.gif)
Tip #1 Read the owner's manual. (Ignore the part that says to replace the spark plugs at 7500 miles)
Tip #2 NEVER lose both fobs at the same time, (the big one and the little one).
Have a system that minimizes fob handling, so you are less likely to lose it.
I recommend a brightly colored lanyard and a deep pocket.
Tip #3 Difficult for a new owner to do, (I didn't) but don't hesitate to get new tires, before the OEM ones get very old.
Tip #4 Ignore all the folks that tell you that the OEM muffler is big and ugly, unless you think it's big and ugly too, and
you thought that way before you heard them going on and on about it. ::)
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Welcome, you will learn a lot from folks here! I know I am.
Jim
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Welcome, Mike! :chugbeer:
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Welcome!
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Welcome!
While tips are being offered, kill the engine before deploying the kickstand. When I first got my Connie, I kicked it into first gear going for the stand. Luckily it died, but it did jump forward a bit. I'm sure now that I'm used to it, I could find the stand without kicking it in gear, but I still kill it first.
Sorry to preach. How about some pics?
:popcorn:
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Candy Cardinal Red is the color no mods planned yet looking into tank protector and some clear protector foe the side storage so don't scuff them getting on and off.
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After you get a scuff or two you don't mind as much. Gives the bike character.
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Welcome!!!!
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Congrats.
Enjoy your new toy. :) :chugbeer:
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Welcome and congrats on your new purchase.....you're going to love it!!
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Candy Cardinal Red is the color no mods planned yet looking into tank protector and some clear protector foe the side storage so don't scuff them getting on and off.
That is a nice color. Congratulations!
I step through the seat instead of trying to swing a leg over. Have to step through when the trunk is in place, so just do it all the time.
Hold off on getting handlebar risers until you get used to the bike. I thought the grips were too far away from me, but once I got used to the position, I decided no need for risers.
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Welcome Mike! (http://board.twcclan.org/images/smilies/custom/welcome2.gif)
Tip #1 Read the owner's manual. (Ignore the part that says to replace the spark plugs at 7500 miles)
Tip #2 NEVER lose both fobs at the same time, (the big one and the little one).
Have a system that minimizes fob handling, so you are less likely to lose it.
I recommend a brightly colored lanyard and a deep pocket.
Tip #3 Difficult for a new owner to do, (I didn't) but don't hesitate to get new tires, before the OEM ones get very old.
Tip #4 Ignore all the folks that tell you that the OEM muffler is big and ugly, unless you think it's big and ugly too, and
you thought that way before you heard them going on and on about it. ::)
+1. Especially Tip #4. Some people actually LIKE to ride their motorcycle with an abhorrent 35 pound muffler. Nobody I have ever heard of but I'm sure there is one somewhere.
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Welcome Mike! Enjoy the new ride!
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Ok, so just ordered a radiator guard and back rest from PCA so the missus feels more comfortable and secure to start riding with me :). Only rode with me on my FZ1 once and she was too nervous after that and I was going easy too.
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+1. Especially Tip #4. Some people actually LIKE to ride their motorcycle with an abhorrent 35 pound muffler. Nobody I have ever heard of but I'm sure there is one somewhere.
Now you have met one. I have never changed the exhaust on a bike or cage. My used mean streak came with aftermarket pipes when I bought it.
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Now you have met one. I have never changed the exhaust on a bike or cage. My used mean streak came with aftermarket pipes when I bought it.
Like I said, I was sure there was one somewhere. :chugbeer:
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Some people actually LIKE to ride their motorcycle with an abhorrent 35 pound muffler. Nobody I have ever heard of but I'm sure there is one somewhere.
I would have kept the bazooka if I hadn't gotten a smoking deal on a Leo Vince on this forum. I couldn't believe the weight difference.
On a another bike, a Honda Valkyrie I bought it with aftermarket Cobra exhaust. Hated it and found a used set of OEM pipes and changed it back to stock.
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To keep the stocker exhaust or not, that is the question. There is no correct answer as either stock or other vendor can is perfectly acceptable. The stocker is quiet and there is something to be said for that. There is a definite weight savings in removing it, although the performance gain is negligible. My Area P is louder but then I wear earplugs and can't hear it for the most part. My advice for those that want to remove it is to keep it around and put it back on assuming you sell the bike at some later time. Sell the non-stocker separately. Mine is hanging around in my garage, not that I'm going to sell in the near future, but I might, who knows?
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To keep the stocker exhaust or not, that is the question. There is no correct answer as either stock or other vendor can is perfectly acceptable. The stocker is quiet and there is something to be said for that. There is a definite weight savings in removing it, although the performance gain is negligible. My Area P is louder but then I wear earplugs and can't hear it for the most part. My advice for those that want to remove it is to keep it around and put it back on assuming you sell the bike at some later time. Sell the non-stocker separately. Mine is hanging around in my garage, not that I'm going to sell in the near future, but I might, who knows?
The most Charlie Brown post I've ever seen. ::)
;D
Hi Jim. 8)
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+1. Especially Tip #4. Some people actually LIKE to ride their motorcycle with an abhorrent 35 pound muffler. Nobody I have ever heard of but I'm sure there is one somewhere.
I probably weigh 35 lbs less than many who have removed theirs for the weight savings. ;)
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I probably weigh 35 lbs less than many who have removed theirs for the weight savings. ;)
There is that..... :rotflmao: :rotflmao: :rotflmao:
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The most Charlie Brown post I've ever seen. ::)
;D
Hi Jim. 8)
I try..
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I probably weigh 35 lbs less than many who have removed theirs for the weight savings. ;)
Maybe so but its WAY easier to loose 20 lbs of muffler than 20 lbs of fat. Probably cheaper too. ;D
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A big +1 to that!
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Maybe so but its WAY easier to loose 20 lbs of muffler than 20 lbs of fat. Probably cheaper too. ;D
How is eating less more expensive? :o
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How is eating less more expensive? :o
True, but many people buy "special" diet food that is more expensive. Or join a gym and or buy a treadmill. Or pay for some program. That's why I used the word "probably".
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Hi there. I to have purchased a red color 2014 to replace my 2009 red color Connie. I stated a long time ago. That I, liked the Connie so well. That I would purchase another. So, today I did. All the farkles from the 2009 Connie will transfer to the 2014. All except the front crash bars. In turn I, ordered a new set of front crash bars. So after they're installed. I will pick up the new bike, next week. Also I, splurged and purchased a set of PR4's and they will be installed. Thedealership owner. Actually credited me the difference for removing the BT-021's, since they were new. Paying the difference for the new PR4's. I have ordered a front fender extender and Pannier reflective decals. In turn I, will install those items myself. My 2014 in turn will be a mirror image of the 2009, but with the newer refinements. WOO, HOO, HOO! ;D
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Hi there. I to have purchased a red color 2014 to replace my 2009 red color Connie. I stated a long time ago. That I, liked the Connie so well. That I would purchase another. So, today I did. All the farkles from the 2009 Connie will transfer to the 2014. All except the front crash bars. In turn I, ordered a new set of front crash bars. So after they're installed. I will pick up the new bike, next week. Also I, splurged and purchased a set of PR4's and they will be installed. Thedealership owner. Actually credited me the difference for removing the BT-021's, since they were new. Paying the difference for the new PR4's. I have ordered a front fender extender and Pannier reflective decals. In turn I, will install those items myself. My 2014 in turn will be a mirror image of the 2009, but with the newer refinements. WOO, HOO, HOO! ;D
Congrats on the new ride. ;D
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Hi there. I to have purchased a red color 2014 to replace my 2009 red color Connie. I stated a long time ago. That I, liked the Connie so well. That I would purchase another. So, today I did. All the farkles from the 2009 Connie will transfer to the 2014. All except the front crash bars. In turn I, ordered a new set of front crash bars. So after they're installed. I will pick up the new bike, next week. Also I, splurged and purchased a set of PR4's and they will be installed. Thedealership owner. Actually credited me the difference for removing the BT-021's, since they were new. Paying the difference for the new PR4's. I have ordered a front fender extender and Pannier reflective decals. In turn I, will install those items myself. My 2014 in turn will be a mirror image of the 2009, but with the newer refinements. WOO, HOO, HOO! ;D
Congrats. I was wondering when more 2014 RED owners were going to show up here. If that had been a choice in 2012, I would be riding red instead of Black.