TouraTech Tail Bag-ITEM 3

I used this on my 06 BMW R1200RT for less than two years until the zipper ripped!! I couldn't get the zipper replaced in time for a trip, so I had a professional sail maker install this velcro strap to keep the top closed. It works well, but the top does not close well enough to be called water tight.

Here's a close up (click on the pic for a larger view) of the seperated zipper. With a new zipper installed, this bag would be as good as new. It slides right over the rear rack of the BMW and should fit many other bikes with a rear rack or can be made to fit on the rear seat.

I paid something rediculous for this new- like $175

Your price- $50 ---REDUCED---$40

Vanson Womens Cordura Jacket-ITEM 4

Older jacket, but still in nice shape. All Cordura with reflective piping and Vanson logo on shoulders. Double padding in shoulders and elbows.

Front panels unzip and roll down into jacket pocket to expose perf. leather area.

Size 12. Short waist.

From non-smoker, climate controlled home.

Clean.

Rear exhaust vent.

Think I paid $150 back in the day.

Your price-$60 ---REDUCED---$50 ---REDUCED AGAIN--$40

Womens MotoLine Challenger Jacket-ITEM 5

At least 10 years old, but in decent shape.

The red is slightly faded. Has back protector (thin foam) installed. No liner- I lost it.

Will fit women sized 12-14 with room for layers underneath. Plus, check out the nice Vanson electric vest I have for sale!!

Would still be using this jacket, but got a new Rev-It.

Paid about $160 new

Your price- $50
REDUCED TO--$40

VANSON SEMI-PERF JACKET Womens-small man's- ITEM 6

very slightly used. Clean. Perf. front chest area, solid sleeves and back. Soft armor in elbows and shoulders. Can be zipped to leather pants (listed above).
Exhaust vents in rear.
No tears, scuffs, or smells.




Womens size 12.
New $600
Your cost- $400--REDUCED--$300---REDUCED---$200

VANSON VENTILATED JACKET WOMENS size 12- ITEM 7

PERFECT FOR SUMMER RIDING OR TRACKDAYS!!!VANSON FULL PERF. LEATHER JACKET. (Note: the picture above is of the back of the semi-perf. jacket)
Adjustable waist at sides
Front is full perferated. Reflective Vanson logos on shoulders. Soft armor at shoulders and elbows.
Med. is approx Womens 12. Streamliner vest can snap in as liner for cold weather riding.
Jacket was bought in 2004 and used for an 8 day tour of California only.
Both these jackets zip to either pants listed with a hidden zippered stretch panel on the inside.
All my gear for sale is Clean, from non-smokers, and stored in climate controlled home.
This jacket was purchased from Vanson for over $600.
Your price-$400 ----REDUCED----$300---plus shipping---or can be seen and picked up in Mattapoisett or Taunton, MA.
More info or pics, contact Steve @ Tricklidz@yahoo.com
REDUCED AGAIN----$200

Post-Trackday work.

Wanted to do a couple of upgrades to the 999R, so I dragged it out of the trailer and stripped it down. I've been noticing that it's been running on the hot side during summer month trackdays (about 200-205 while moving) and after talking to a friend who has a 848 trackbike we decided that the aftermarlet race bodywork has smooth sides without any exit vents for the hot air to escape!! The OEM bodywork has the wings on the sides and exhaust vents on the upper part of the sides. I decided to cut some exhaust vents in the side panels.

First I made a cardboard template of the approxiamate shape that I wanted and marked it out on masking tape applied to the area to cut. Next I cut the three "corners" with a step drill bit to get a nice radius. Then I went to work with my trusty Dremel tool and cutting disc. I painted inside the cut edges with some red touch up paint for a finished look. Lastly, I cut up some of the grill material I had from an old wastebasket (I've used this stuff for other vent grilles), hit it with some flat black spray paint and secured it using 3M adhesive tape.

I think it looks great because the black screen ties in with the black Dzus fasteners, etc. I report how well it works after my next day.

I also found a used Euro Racing quick turn throttle on one of the forums and installed that. Had to get into the airbox to install the cables: Hence, the diassembly! This throttle housing includes three different sized cams that give different degrees of total throttle twist. I have the largest (quickest) cam installed and it's about 1/4 turn now. I report back on the results here also....

Updated suspension guide

Here it is-
http://knol.google.com/k/steve-methia/bmw-r1200rt-front-shock-replacement/2rk7csiieinrp/8#edit