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I agree regarding the adjustment intervals. I checked my ST1300 at 64k and 80k (currently 87k) and it didn't need adjustment either time. My ST1100 needed the exhaust valves adjusted which required removing the cams (which was a bit scary). The SV requires checking every 14k (currently around...
Yes the SV650 valves are shim under bucket like many (most?) other bikes. I haven't done the check yet on this bike (at 14k), but have checked and adjusted them on other shim under bucket bikes (ST1100 and ST1300). It's not hard if you've done it before - a little scary if not. It's all about...
I can't speak for the NC, but I have a 3rd gen SV. I get 50 - 60 mpg depending how and where I ride. It's a great commuter and capable touring bike if set up correctly. I have a Givi adjustable windscreen and top box, soft bags, tank bag, dry bag and wired for GPS and heated vest. I agree it's...
Good to see you at KSL Greg! I had a great time riding with fantastic weather the whole time. Thanks for your help finding some "off the beaten path" roads to ride in addition to the usual ones. I hope to find some more next year.
I happened to see the below on KSL's Facebook page. I interpret it to mean that we won't be able to arrive on Wednesday 5/31. I may stay at Blueridge MC Campground for a night, then head over on Thursday.
"The Kickstand Lodge will be open Memorial Day weekend (Thursday 5/25) until Labor Day...
I requested time off for the week after Memorial Day. Kickstand should definitely be open by then. Hopefully it won't be all booked up. I usually get in by Wednesday so shouldn't have trouble getting a camping spot.
EDIT: Woohoo - got approved. Looking forward to seeing everybody and riding!
Ha - I didn't even realize there was a STOC event there that week. I was planning to go to KSL if available. Thanks for the heads up. Hope to see you there!
Cool, hope to see you there Ferret. I'll be heading up with Smashvol (Allan from Tennessee). Cabin 27 sounds right. It'll be my first OH-STOC, but I know all those people from other STOCS (Blueridge Gathering and WV-STOC).
I'm a miss for June 2 - 5. I had already put in for time off the usual slot the week before Memorial Day. Also, there's an ST owner's event up in Ohio June 9 - 12 that I'm going to, and it's too close to that. I'll probably end up going to Willville in Meadows of Dan Va. May 18 - 22. An added...