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Reply #3870 on: January 19, 2014, 03:42:53 pm
Scottie, my little four speed hauling my big butt through the Rocky Mountains would be as epic as those crazy Himalayan riders!  By this time next year I plan to have a UCE or perhaps a Bonnie, haven't decided yet.  Once I have that extra gear and a bit more grunt, I'll gladly make one of those big rides  8)
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Reply #3871 on: January 19, 2014, 03:57:34 pm
Hey I'm just as skeptical!  My bike is 55 years old and sat for at least 25 years before I picked it up.  I had anxiety just riding around with Dan K. and I was only 105 minutes from home!  I am starting to get more confidence in her though.  Aside from pissing oil everywhere and electrical problems that are basically completely addressed now, it has been a great bike.  I just have trust issues.  LOL  ;D  Was thinking of going for a nice long ride today, but I don't want to miss the Broncos Championship Game.

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Reply #3872 on: January 19, 2014, 05:00:00 pm
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Come to think of it Heloego lives in the half way point of Albuquerque........

Considering the # of meth labs operating in this state, "half way house" may have been more appropriate.  ;)

In any case, if anyone heads this way, PM me and maybe we'll meet up!
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Reply #3873 on: January 19, 2014, 05:14:47 pm
Sounds like a 4-corners meet up in the works!   8)
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Reply #3874 on: January 19, 2014, 05:21:28 pm
Sounds like a 4-corners meet up in the works!   8)

That's an excellent idea!  Is anyone else interested in 4-Corners meet up and ride?!   :D
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Reply #3875 on: January 19, 2014, 06:12:24 pm
Wow!
Schedule permitting, this one really appeals to me!  ;D
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Reply #3876 on: January 19, 2014, 10:26:00 pm
That's an excellent idea!  Is anyone else interested in 4-Corners meet up and ride?!   :D


Absolutely.


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Reply #3877 on: January 20, 2014, 07:18:11 am
Just fitted the Hitchcock's EFI Classic Silencer to my 2013 C5 - all went well apart from removing the large heat shield has exposed a bit on rough welding and a little sticking out catch for the heat shield to attach to. Anyone else had a similar experience and have a quick fix for this - I'm thinking a miniature heat shield section may be required.


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Reply #3878 on: January 20, 2014, 07:58:43 am
Yes, Hitchcocks provides a very nice heatshield in two different lengths. I have the 30cm one and I am quite pleased. It covers that weld part pretty neatly. You can refer to the 'Photo Gallery'...search for my username and put 'Bullet' in the keywords to see a few pictures of my bike with the heatshield on. Many other members have the same heatshield.
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Reply #3879 on: January 20, 2014, 08:25:57 am
Sweet - that's what I found after posting on the forum so will get one ordered - think I will go for the 18cm option.
Thanks for the help.


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Reply #3880 on: January 20, 2014, 11:36:24 am
Have been wanting to change out the giant 'pillbox' rear end since I got the bike, so finally, and with minimal swearing, swapped out the stock indicators for the hitchcock bullets along with the tail light and plate holder.
I like the result, but now I'll need to get a badge to cover the hole left by the stock tail!


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Reply #3881 on: January 20, 2014, 04:51:54 pm
Hi JVS,  Nice looking Tail Light!  Have you considered a red reflector, it would be period correct, & sensible safety equipment. Ebay would be a good place to look under Triumph, BSA, Norton Reflector. Some even have a tapering base & center bolt.
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Reply #3882 on: January 20, 2014, 07:47:41 pm
Small reflectors are available from Cycle Gear.
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Reply #3883 on: January 20, 2014, 09:49:30 pm
Definitely a add on reflector. :)

They were all the rage back in the '50's. :)
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Reply #3884 on: January 20, 2014, 10:08:52 pm
Wow!  The birdhouse tail light has really grown on my but this looks super!  Very nice job.  And +1 to a little round reflector to cover that hole.

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