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by RegalSwan
Mon Sep 15, 2008 3:19 am
Forum: The Soap Box
Topic: Any electrical engineers in the house?
Replies: 4
Views: 3203

I'm an Electrical Engineer and I guess my first question would be, why electrical engineering? Like Mechanical Engineering, Electrical is very broad so it's definitely a good choice if you still are not positive on what you'd like to do, but know that you'd like to be an engineer. From ...
by RegalSwan
Thu Aug 07, 2008 5:46 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: Early sprocket wear?
Replies: 1
Views: 1608

Early sprocket wear?

So I'm hearing a clicking noise under acceleration on my new this summer '07 SV650. I've been doing a little research and from what I've been able to deduce it's probably a worn front sprocket. (Noise is only heard under acceleration, is independent of RPM and isn't heard at speed if the clutch is ...
by RegalSwan
Wed Jul 02, 2008 9:40 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: Vibration in bones
Replies: 8
Views: 3108

A pair of gloves with gel palms will also help. Mine greatly reduced the numb feeling after long rides, but I don't know about a tuning fork...
by RegalSwan
Tue Jul 01, 2008 6:02 am
Forum: The Ladies Lounge
Topic: LADIES: Working out for riding?
Replies: 32
Views: 23101

I wouldn't say any particular exercises are necessary for riding, just work on anything that gets tired while you ride. For long distance riding I like to make sure I'm in good shape before the trip and then just make sure to stay stretched before any long leg.
by RegalSwan
Tue May 20, 2008 4:59 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Center Stand
Replies: 12
Views: 5439

Left hand on left grip, right hand on left side of the frame by the seat (there may/should be a place to put your hand), right foot on the center-stand handle. Pull the bike back while lifting with your hand and step down with your right foot all at the same time.

Be sure to really put some ...
by RegalSwan
Fri Apr 04, 2008 7:35 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Should you expect a discount if paying cash for a motorcycle
Replies: 59
Views: 389910

So that's where it ended up... does anybody know what an honest rate is for dealer prep and freight is? I presume dealerships probably rob people all the time when it comes to those items.

$0. I prefer to deal in an "out the door" price whenever I'm working with big ticket items. Is the dealer ...
by RegalSwan
Wed Feb 27, 2008 6:02 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: That New Spring Ride!
Replies: 26
Views: 10028

I just finished up the details on an '07 SV650 last week and will be picking it up from the dealer April 1 (or a bit sooner :D ) The wait is killing me, but Minnesota weather doesn't agree with my current view of when the riding season should start.
by RegalSwan
Wed Feb 27, 2008 5:55 pm
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: how to bargain a bike price?
Replies: 6
Views: 3727

You are coming to the game a bit late. As mentioned before the dealers are now more inclined to wait a bit until Spring fever hits and then they can sell for what they want.

I think your best bet would be to find a few local dealers that have last years models still in stock and start making phone ...
by RegalSwan
Tue Jan 01, 2008 2:07 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: Riding Shoes
Replies: 6
Views: 2587

Try some Engineer Boots

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Engineer Boots have been popular for riding boots, although for an extra 2 - 3 inches, you'll probably need a set of...

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by RegalSwan
Thu Dec 28, 2006 8:00 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: A good story
Replies: 11
Views: 5551

Saw it coming, but good joke none the less.

/Might want to post this to Funny Farm in the future though...