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Old 08-22-2017, 06:43 AM
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Originally Posted by TwiZted Biker
His case going to the darkside would probably be a good idea in all honesty, not like they are going to using the sidewalls much cornering hard.
More than you think. I live in a rural area where the roads are fairly curvy and they've replaced most of the stop signs with roundabouts. Besides, most of my riding will still be 1-up.
 
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Originally Posted by TwiZted Biker
Throw away the stock shocks, get the correct set of Ohlins and for only a 100lbs don't sweat the little **** the bike will handle it and then some.
Yeah, I'm not worried that the bike couldn't handle it in the short term. My thinking is that:
  • A progressive (type not necessarily the brand) spring will be more comfortable.
  • It will lessen the additional wear that the extra load will cause
 
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Originally Posted by son of the hounds
As far as GVWR goes, it is as much about axles, bearings and the steering head and bearings. I'd make sure they were in good shape and properly lubricated.

Extra 5 pounds in the tires probably would not hurt. We ride two up, probably just at GVWR and keep our tires at 40/40. In my industry, we build in a factor of 150%, so the rated GVWR is a safe constant working load especially as the bike ages. If you keep up on maintenance, even 100 extra pounds is probably realistic enough.

Besides tires, keeping the brakes in peak condition is critical when weight is maximized. HD Shocks and or progressive fork spring add to comfort and enjoyment of the ride. Good seats are just as critical for comfort.

Added: New frames were beefed up in '09, so frame or neck issues, ie, cracking, welds breaking is not going to be an issue.
Your points about general maintenance are very much appreciated. In addition to following T-CLOCS, I have always kept ahead of the MOCO maintenance schedule, but these are some excellent points to have the dealership pay particular attention to at each service.
 
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OP~ You're not on laced wheels are you? If so, might be something to upgrade.
 
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OP~ You're not on laced wheels are you? If so, might be something to upgrade.
Nope. Stock cast wheels.
 
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So do you listen to & take that advice?
Not from a bunch of yay-hoos on a motorcycle forum he doesn't.
 
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Originally Posted by BobRed0965
More than you think. I live in a rural area where the roads are fairly curvy and they've replaced most of the stop signs with roundabouts. Besides, most of my riding will still be 1-up.
I was skeptical of the whole car tire deal till a friend talked me into trying his. While it did feel weird to me it wasn't in any way squirrelly or loose feeling and I pushed it a bit to see. Unless you're real aggressive doubt you'd notice on a full boat with your parameters. Good luck whatever way you go.

My RK comes due I'm going to seriously consider it myself.
 
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Seems not all of those ****ers from Cali are so bad after all, eh?
 
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Seems not all of those ****ers from Cali are so bad after all, eh?
You rang?
 
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You rang?
I was talking about Twizted and Norty. You're still part of that first group I mentioned.
 
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