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    '14 R3R tranny blew up (46,000 miles)

    So I was just cruising around the Maryland countryside yesterday evening when my tranny literally exploded. I casually shifted from 2nd to 3rd and it revved like it was in neutral. I only felt very minor vibrations and nothing alarming, no wheel lockup, but I had lost 3rd, 4th, and 5th...
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    **SOLD** Triumph Comfort Touring Shocks (Classic & Roadster)

    Selling my used OEM Triumph Comfort Touring Shocks, for both Classic and Roadster, p/n A9648006. 5 levels adjustable pre-load. Big improvement over stock. $90 shipped anywhere in the U.S.
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    New Progressive 444 noises

    I just installed some brand new Progressive 444s, and as I was installing them, they were making clanking noises (see video). Is this normal?
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    Rode San Diego to DC, took Rte 66

    I recently needed to move from beautiful San Diego to the DC area. I shipped my car and a pod of stuff, and rode the Rocket solo coast to coast. I rode Rte. 66 in reverse from Santa Monica to Chicago, swung by Hell, MI, just to say I've been there, and took non-toll roads the rest of the way...
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    U.S. tire price snapshot

    FYI, I was shopping for V-rated tires for my Roadster yesterday and compiled this list of current tire prices, thought someone might find it useful. All sites have free shipping, and Rocky Mountain ATV is automatically applying a $20 rebate to every Avon tire purchased.
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    Laughlin River Run 2018

    Anybody going to the Laughlin River Run in a couple weeks? Figure we should meet for a ride or a drink in Oatman or something. Watch out for wild burros! 2018 Laughlin River Run® - Home Page
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    Squeaky swingarm

    Looks like I've developed a squeaky swingarm. Any idea of the cause and the fix?
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    Seized rear caliper, boiling brake fluid

    Last night I was cruising home from the Long Beach Int'l Motorcycle Show and my Rocket must've gotten jealous of me looking at other bikes. While hitting a little traffic on the freeway, I pulled in the clutch and noticed the bike decelerating more than normal. Front brake seems fine. Rear...
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    Lake Mead with Aprilia RSV4, Vanderhall 3 wheeler

    Had a little work celebration in Vegas last weekend, and tore around north Lake Mead and the Valley of Fire on Saturday. One friend was on his '14 Aprilia RSV4 track bike and the other non-mc friend rented a Vanderhall Laguna three-wheeler. Another gorgeous day around the lake. All three...
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    Blew a coolant line

    Nothing like the feel of hot coolant on your leg in the morning! Bike is 20 months old with 18,000 miles. :mad: I should've ordered that Samco hose kit back when everyone was talking about it a month or two ago!
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    Cafe Rocket III

    Saw this on Reddit today. Does this creation belong to anyone here? Where's the battery? What's up with the air intakes? How small is the fuel tank? So many questions...
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    Feeling a little... deflated

    Picked up a 3/8" bolt from a sloppy downtown Seattle construction site today. 6 hours later waiting for a tow and I'm looking like @RKTNMYPKT (and needing a new insurance company)! None of the shops around here will plug and patch, so it's looking like I'm SOL until I get home. :(
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    West Coast trip

    So I packed up the wife, kids, dogs, and bike, and left San Diego today for a trip to Seattle and back. I'm staying in Lone Pine CA on 395 tonight. If anyone wants to meet me for a beer at one of the RV parks I'll be staying at along the way I'd be more than open to it. I'm headed to see Nels...
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    Avon Cobra treadwear warranty - 15,000 mi / 2 yrs

    Just saw on Avon's website that they've introduced a prorated treadwear warranty for their Cobras. This should be interesting. See the details here: Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America » Mileage Warranty
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    Baxley LA Chock

    Just picked up a Baxley LA Chock off Craigslist. Lots of adjustability to make it fit just right. Took about 15 minutes to get it dialed in. I like it! Baxley Trailer Company LA Chock
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    Waterpump leak

    Just saw this leak out of my top waterpump bolt. Bad bolt or bad gasket, or something more sinister?
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    Street bike offroad

    Saw this video today of this poor guy who took his GSXR down a muddy trail and had a miserable time (trail starts at 1:45 with great music to accompany the video) and wondered if anyone takes their Rocket off road beyond smooth dirt/gravel roads? Sometimes you see those videos of Harley guys...
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    Flipmeister still around?

    You guys know if Daryl is still alive and kicking? I've ordered stuff from him no problems in the past, but I've sent him 3 e-mails in the past 6 weeks with no response. Hope everything's ok... :unsure:
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    Ramair + crankcase pressure = blown cam cover gasket?!

    Just picked up my '14 Roadster with 14,000 miles on it from the dealer for the second blown cam cover gasket, both times right behind cylinder 1 on the exhaust side. Dealer mentioned that Triumph was asking about modifications to the bike, and they kindly said nothing. However, the tech came...
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    Brute exhaust installation

    Hey guys, hoping for a little advice here. I'm installing a used Carpenter Racing Brute exhaust, and have a few questions: I noticed some high-temp silicone sealant around the copper exhaust header crush rings. Is new silicone sealant required for this install, or can I just use new crush...
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