I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) - Page 36

**markclark57** · 04-10-2011, 04:52 PM

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Die out? People only got ticked-off at each a three or four times! That's not too bad.

We have had threads in years past where all-out fights broke out at least a dozen times and we didn't kill the thread. ::)

Geez... what's a bunch of guys supposed to do with our spare time if we can't argue now and then?

On two BMW forums I frequent, as soon as something or someone gets cross, they lock the thread. Zero tolerance. Forget about politics, global warming, etc. It just doesn't happen. Not for long. Oh well.

Good reason to be here rether than there. ;-P

hammer · 04-10-2011, 05:14 PM

One pleasant surprise in the saddlebag was the small but serviceable toolkit. You can't rebuild by the side of the road, but there is enough there to do the odd adjustment. Finally, a Harley with toolkit!

That's from a 2001 article.

So "you people" rides with HDs and, from time to time, helps friends by working on their Harleys. Both I and some others out there have run across Harley owners that could confirm their ride came without a toolkit. An ongoing joke in the group I ride with is, Dave, aka Hammer carries both Metric and SAE tools for that reason and sometimes knows what to do with them. Hence the question.

This member of "you people" does not care what you ride and I am too old for peer pressure either given or received. I actually really do love CJ's choice because it's his choice and he chose a great ride. Some 4 months ago, a friend offered a very low mileage Road Glide if and when it became available so that could be my next ride. That's my personal choice of best Harley for me.

Is that the "you people" you were referring too Dave?

ponch · 04-10-2011, 05:27 PM

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On two BMW forums I frequent, as soon as something or someone gets cross, they lock the thread. Zero tolerance. Forget about politics, global warming, etc. It just doesn't happen. Not for long. Oh well.

Good reason to be here rether than there. ;-P

I spend a lot more time here. They are relatively boring in comparison. :)

cactusjack · 04-10-2011, 05:33 PM

I noticed something interesting the other day when I swapped out the stock shield for the new tinted one. The stock shield has 3 torx head screws holding it on. I was also adding the chrome windshield trim, which comes with longer, chrome plated, hex button head screws.

The fasteners were both METRIC! That's right. 6mm screws! I think HD uses torx head fasteners because there is no SAE or metric torx, it's universal - and that keeps it a secret from some who would rather see their sister in a wh***house than ride a bike with metric nuts and bolts.

Just an observation.

**glwilson** · 04-10-2011, 05:43 PM

Guess you don't have to throw away your metric tools then!

hammer · 04-10-2011, 07:46 PM

CJ, I have the WideOpenCustom fairing and I have often wondered if the stock HD shield would fit. Could you measure the shield at the top of the fairing for width and where the attachment holes fit?

I get a good discount at the local HD shop and would like to try a lower tinted shield.

How do you find the parking lot handling on the new 2011 Ultra compared to the Nomad?

cactusjack · 04-10-2011, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by hammer

CJ, I have the WideOpenCustom fairing and I have often wondered if the stock HD shield would fit. Could you measure the shield at the top of the fairing for width and where the attachment holes fit?

I get a good discount at the local HD shop and would like to try a lower tinted shield.

How do you find the parking lot handling on the new 2011 Ultra compared to the Nomad?

It's kind of hard to.measure a curved surface with a steel tape accurately, but the width is about 22" and the holes are about 10" on center. Unless WOC uses a proprietary design, the standard 3-hole HD windshield ought to fit.

Low speed handling is much better than the nomad. Even though it's nearly 900 pounds it seems much smaller.

ponch · 04-10-2011, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by hammer

CJ, I have the WideOpenCustom fairing and I have often wondered if the stock HD shield would fit. Could you measure the shield at the top of the fairing for width and where the attachment holes fit?

I get a good discount at the local HD shop and would like to try a lower tinted shield.

How do you find the parking lot handling on the new 2011 Ultra compared to the Nomad?

It's kind of hard to.measure a curved surface with a steel tape accurately, but the width is about 22" and the holes are about 10" on center. Unless WOC uses a proprietary design, the standard 3-hole HD windshield ought to fit.

Low speed handling is much better than the nomad. Even though it's nearly 900 pounds it seems much smaller.

I felt the same way. Amazing, isn't it?

**markclark57** · 04-12-2011, 09:18 PM

CJ,
You changed your Avitar again. . . Looks like this thread will hit 7K soon. ;)

ponch · 04-12-2011, 09:35 PM

Could be.

lw · 04-12-2011, 10:53 PM

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CJ,
You changed your Avitar again. . .

Roll harder on the throttle, I hear banjo music!

ponch · 04-12-2011, 11:20 PM

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CJ,
You changed your Avitar again. . .

Roll harder on the throttle, I hear banjo music!

Just polka out of mine.

lw · 04-12-2011, 11:26 PM

Ponch, CJ's avitar is the banjo boy from Deliverance. . .

ponch · 04-13-2011, 07:00 AM

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Ponch, CJ's avitar is the banjo boy from Deliverance. . .

I know...My avatar is my 5 year old on the RT. My bike is German and doesn't know banjos from rap...

**taranis** · 04-13-2011, 08:49 AM

CJ, wanted to offer my condolences on your old bike, and glad you're all healed up and back on the road. That is a gorgeous HD. Sounds like you're enjoying it, and rightly so.

Your wife needs to get you a gremlin bell so this doesn't happen again. :)

Now that I've read all 36 pages, I need to go see my therapist.. ya'll are nuts..

04-10-2011, 05:14 PM	#527
hammer Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,329	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) One pleasant surprise in the saddlebag was the small but serviceable toolkit. You can't rebuild by the side of the road, but there is enough there to do the odd adjustment. Finally, a Harley with toolkit! That's from a 2001 article. So "you people" rides with HDs and, from time to time, helps friends by working on their Harleys. Both I and some others out there have run across Harley owners that could confirm their ride came without a toolkit. An ongoing joke in the group I ride with is, Dave, aka Hammer carries both Metric and SAE tools for that reason and sometimes knows what to do with them. Hence the question. This member of "you people" does not care what you ride and I am too old for peer pressure either given or received. I actually really do love CJ's choice because it's his choice and he chose a great ride. Some 4 months ago, a friend offered a very low mileage Road Glide if and when it became available so that could be my next ride. That's my personal choice of best Harley for me. Is that the "you people" you were referring too Dave? __________________ Hammer aka CrocHammer KawaNow#00988, VROC#26389, VR#2202 Abbotsford, BC, Canada 2006 Black Nomad
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04-10-2011, 05:33 PM	#529
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) I noticed something interesting the other day when I swapped out the stock shield for the new tinted one. The stock shield has 3 torx head screws holding it on. I was also adding the chrome windshield trim, which comes with longer, chrome plated, hex button head screws. The fasteners were both METRIC! That's right. 6mm screws! I think HD uses torx head fasteners because there is no SAE or metric torx, it's universal - and that keeps it a secret from some who would rather see their sister in a wh***house than ride a bike with metric nuts and bolts. Just an observation. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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04-10-2011, 05:43 PM	#530
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) Guess you don't have to throw away your metric tools then! __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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04-10-2011, 07:46 PM	#531
hammer Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,329	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) CJ, I have the WideOpenCustom fairing and I have often wondered if the stock HD shield would fit. Could you measure the shield at the top of the fairing for width and where the attachment holes fit? I get a good discount at the local HD shop and would like to try a lower tinted shield. How do you find the parking lot handling on the new 2011 Ultra compared to the Nomad? __________________ Hammer aka CrocHammer KawaNow#00988, VROC#26389, VR#2202 Abbotsford, BC, Canada 2006 Black Nomad
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04-12-2011, 09:18 PM	#534
markclark57 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 3,108	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) CJ, You changed your Avitar again. . . Looks like this thread will hit 7K soon. ;) __________________ 2006 Vulcan 1600 Classic "George III" (Patricia's) 2006 Vulcan 1600 Nomad "Grace" (Mark's) Mark Clark VBA #1619 TaibhseDaid@Gmail.Com "Irish" @ Maricopa County Chapter of B.A.C.A. Phoenix, AZ
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04-12-2011, 09:35 PM	#535
ponch Sr. Contributor Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Way East Valley Posts: 12,015	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) Could be. __________________ Ponch VBA 0019 VROC 8109-R BMWMOA 162849 BMWRA 41335 BMW: When you care enough to ride the very best. My Motorrad Blog My Motorrad YouTube 2009 BMW R1200RT Previous bikes:2007 Nomad \| 2001 Vulcan 800 Classic \| 1984 GPz750 \| 1978 KZ1000A2 Rallies: Custer '09\|Prairie Du Chien '10\|Crescent City '11
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04-12-2011, 11:26 PM	#538
lw Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pasadena, Texas Posts: 2,117	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) Ponch, CJ's avitar is the banjo boy from Deliverance. . .
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04-13-2011, 08:49 AM	#540
taranis Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Grand Prairie, TX Posts: 802	I guess it was my turn (New w/pics) CJ, wanted to offer my condolences on your old bike, and glad you're all healed up and back on the road. That is a gorgeous HD. Sounds like you're enjoying it, and rightly so. Your wife needs to get you a gremlin bell so this doesn't happen again. :) Now that I've read all 36 pages, I need to go see my therapist.. ya'll are nuts.. __________________ _______________________ "Taranis" and the Lovely Ann KawaNOW Oldschool #885 His: 2006 Nomad Hers: 2008 VN900 Classic LT
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