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General Discussion / Re: New opinions on preferred mesh summer jacket

« Last post by Vagrant on Today at 09:21:20 AM »

I figure I have over 400,000 miles on these. I have an original Joe Rocket Phoenix that's 15+ years old and has held up amazingly well. It went through a 60+ MPH crash with no harm. I wasn't so lucky, but I firmly believe it saved me from much worse. Right after I got it, I watched a rider go down on the Blue Ridge Parkway. It was a low side at at least 50+ across and down both lanes of very coarse asphalt and there was no damage to her or the jacket. I'm impressed.
I have it and a cheap Sliders here in Ga. and another similar brand in Az. as my winter jacket.
 Get White, Silver or Yellow. Black is hot.
Don't waste your money on the lined and or moisture barrier ones. Go plain but allow room.
The Joe Rocket that is all ventelated with the biggest air holes works 100% better than jackets with small holes and fabric sleeves and shoulders.
If cold a light windbreaker or rain jacket over the top will work well. If real cold a heated jacket is the best bet. Using the Wind breaker and heaat is good to 25F or so.

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General Discussion / Re: Breva 1200 Sport Fairing on Breva 1100?

« Last post by Walter on Today at 09:09:11 AM »

Perfect, great to know - thank you!

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General Discussion / Re: Tank bag for V85TT?

« Last post by erice on Today at 08:58:57 AM »

I use a SW-Motech Pro Daypack. It also requires the Pro Tank ring. There are also additional accessories you can add (phone case, lock).
The really nice thing about it is that it's not too large, and the connection of the bag to the tank ring is magnetic, at least for positioning. It clamps onto the ring, but the magnets ensure it hooks up easily, property and securely. Removes with a pull of a strap. Great for gassing up and then reattaching quickly and easily.

It's not waterproof, but comes with a cover. I generally keep things of importance in plastic bags inside, just in case. Very happy with it, but one minor downside is it didn't come with a carrying strap (just a handle), so I had to take one from something else.

I bought the lock too. I wouldn't leave the bag unattended and locked for an extended period, but for a quick stop at a gas station locking it is convenient. Prevents opening it and removing it by a casual passerby. I'd probably do without it though since I haven't used it a lot.

Eric

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General Discussion / Anyone interested in a 2023 V85?

« Last post by inditx on Today at 08:52:18 AM »

Testing the waters here.
I will be making a change but wanted the collective to reply if they're interested.
KC Area
inditx
p.s. Yes it’s mine
p.p.s. Yes I change bikes like, well, you know.........

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General Discussion / Re: Breva 1200 Sport Fairing on Breva 1100?

« Last post by bad Chad on Today at 08:14:44 AM »

I have one on my Breva 1100.  It's an exact fit, bolts right on just as it does on the Sport.

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General Discussion / Re: No acceleration passed 3rd

« Last post by 850brian on Today at 07:54:58 AM »

After you set the ignition timing correctly, I would also check for proper centrifugal advance of the spark under higher rpm.  If the advancer gets dirty/stuck, it will start and idle just fine.  It will accelerate at low rpm just fine.  It will feel like hitting a wall when  you get to higher speed and higher rpm.

Patrick Hayes
Fremont CA

I will look into this. Seems exactly like my symptoms.

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General Discussion / Tank bag for V85TT?

« Last post by steven c on Today at 07:26:35 AM »

I was hoping my Wolfman tank bag would work (older model) but it just doesn't fit to long, to wide and my other bags will not work. So what are you using? I like to keep a camera, gloves water bottle in it. Thanks.

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General Discussion / Re: Could be a return to fold moment ahead

« Last post by tazio on Today at 07:18:01 AM »

I've not posted in forever...

One major flaw  is my research and knowledge on this particular model is not what it ought to be.  Plus, it's yellow.
hahahhahaa.....

At least you'll be seen!
I do miss my "Mellow Yellow"








And  "WELCOME BACK!" if it all works out for you.

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General Discussion / Re: Breva 1200 Sport Fairing on Breva 1100?

« Last post by Walter on Today at 07:13:52 AM »

Yes, I don't see any issues but wanted to be sure.  Thank you.

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General Discussion / Re: No acceleration passed 3rd

« Last post by Scout63 on Today at 07:08:36 AM »

It sounds like two separate problems.

Oil in the clutch housing could be rear mail seal, maybe the crank vent tube came loose?  If it is gear oil leaking then front trans input seal. Either way a crab is coming.

Loss of power would be spark or fuel. If it were just high rpm then maybe jetting.  But there is a total loss.  I would check power and ground wiring to the coils and distributor. Put a voltmeter on them and start wiggling wires all the way back to the fuses and switches.