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ShootingStar
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« on: April 17, 2012, 06:27:26 PM » |
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As of Sunday, April 15th, I have finally joined the ranks of the lucky and purchased a 1999 Valkyrie Interstate with 21,561 miles on it! This was my second attempt at purchasing one - first attempt didn't go quite the way it was planned, but that's a long story for later time.
Anyway, first order of business was 240 miles home...total miles the last three days: just shy of 350!
A little about me, and this is based on email conversations I had with Willow as part of my registration being approved.
I do own a motorcycle service, parts and accessories shop here in SC. I will not be blatantly advertising any of my products or services here. I'm also a factory trained Honda Silver technician, so I may chime in from time to time on technical questions posted to the board, but not as a way of attempting to drum up business.
I'm looking forward to participating in this community of enthusiasts, and I know I will learn volumes from the long-time Valk owners that I'm sure are lurking about. I just hope I can contribute a fraction of what I will be learning.
Take care, and until next time, Ride Safe!
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old2soon
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« Reply #1 on: April 17, 2012, 06:31:58 PM » |
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And may i say welcome to the insanity.  Yuppers-bo lotsa folks on this here board knowing a lot bout our fat gals.  Again-welcome and RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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« Reply #2 on: April 17, 2012, 06:33:02 PM » |
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Welcome to the family. I am sure that you have a lot to contribute. We have many diverse opinions on this site, but what binds us all together is a common love for what you just purchased. For a guy with your knowledge and training to lust after a Valk is more confirmation of the quality and capabilities of our "Fat Ladies" Again, Welcome! BTW: You can't join without posting a pic of your new passion! |
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The key thing is to wake up breathing! All the rest can be fixed. (Except Stupid - You can't fix that)
2014 Indian Chieftain
2001 Valkyrie I/S
Proud to be a Vietnam Vet (US Air Force - SAC, 1967-1972)
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« Reply #3 on: April 17, 2012, 06:34:47 PM » |
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Welcome to CLUB. I own a 1999 I/S and bought it last September and it had only 10,000 miles on her and below is a picture of my Fat Lady. Please post a picture of yours when you get time.  |
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pBrain
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« Reply #4 on: April 17, 2012, 06:35:28 PM » |
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Welcome !!!! You are now a member of an elite group. Welcome to the chaos.  |
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Phil57
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« Reply #5 on: April 17, 2012, 06:35:58 PM » |
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Welcome and about those pics??????
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Gear Jammer
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Yeah,,,,,It's a HEMI
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« Reply #6 on: April 17, 2012, 06:39:37 PM » |
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Howdy ,,, hmmm still no pics  |
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« Reply #7 on: April 17, 2012, 06:40:06 PM » |
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Welcome aboard 'Star. Your knowledge will be welcomed. Congrats on your Valk!
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Misfit
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« Reply #8 on: April 17, 2012, 06:41:59 PM » |
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Welcome! |
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Daniel Meyer
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Author. Adventurer. Electrician.
The State of confusion.
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« Reply #9 on: April 17, 2012, 06:43:31 PM » |
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Welcome!
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CUAgain, Daniel Meyer  |
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« Reply #10 on: April 17, 2012, 06:44:54 PM » |
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Welcome aboard.......there are a few SC Valk riders over your way....I'm supposed to jump into a ride with them soon....  |
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« Reply #11 on: April 17, 2012, 06:51:46 PM » |
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...I'm also a factory trained Honda Silver technician, so I may chime in from time to time on technical questions posted to the board...
Welcome aboard! Silver technician you say? Do the holes in pinion cup use gear oil to lubricate the splines?!?!?  Trust me, you'll soon learn why I asked that question...  |
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« Reply #12 on: April 17, 2012, 07:37:07 PM » |
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A hearty welcome from the Evergreen state !!
Now, post them pics for us to drool over
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65 Chevelle coupe, 1986 Mazda RX-7 with 350/5spd, 1983 Mazda RX-7 with FOMOCO 302/AOD project, 95 Mustang GT Convertible 5.0, 5 spd
Moses Lake, Wa. 509-760-6382 if you need help
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« Reply #13 on: April 17, 2012, 07:56:17 PM » |
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Welcome
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... and as I shifted into second I couldn't remember a thing she said.
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« Reply #14 on: April 17, 2012, 08:14:57 PM » |
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Welcome !!
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Oss
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« Reply #15 on: April 17, 2012, 08:27:09 PM » |
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good to have more members in the family
pics !!
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« Reply #16 on: April 17, 2012, 10:34:05 PM » |
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Welcome aboard. And I can't believe nobody thought to tell you... post a pic of your scooter! |
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ShootingStar
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« Reply #17 on: April 18, 2012, 02:42:45 AM » |
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I'll post a pic of her later this afternoon or evening. She's a bit rough - apparently her previous owner got a new wife, and new wife made the Valk sleep outside. She has some rust in places, deteriorating dust seals on the forks, some switches with a mind of their own, and "salt corrosion" from living so close to salt water - nothing a little elbow grease and, of course, some baking soda, a powder coat gun and an oven can't take care of.  As for the final drive question that was posed, I'll take a look around and see what the issue is you're alluding to...I'm sure it's one of those "stump the new guy" kinda things. Probably the stealerships tout the party line of "we've never heard of that before..." Now, off to fire up the Valk for a nice early morning ride into work... |
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« Reply #18 on: April 18, 2012, 03:19:01 AM » |
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Congratulations, and Welcome!
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« Reply #19 on: April 18, 2012, 03:46:18 AM » |
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Welcome and enjoy!
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« Reply #20 on: April 18, 2012, 04:25:44 AM » |
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wow, 21k miles. she's still a baby......
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« Reply #21 on: April 18, 2012, 04:36:12 AM » |
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Welcome to the zoo... don't feed the animals.  Good to have another tech aboard. As you say... you will learn alot here, but I'm sure you will have some very valuable contribution as well. Ride safe and often. |
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« Reply #22 on: April 18, 2012, 06:52:56 AM » |
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Welcome to the insanity we call the VRCC, you will enjoy both the club as well as the bike.......with regards to the Pic's we do not take offense to a dirty bike, the Valk is meant to be ridden, but they do shine up nicely for the Ball.
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Westernbiker
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« Reply #23 on: April 18, 2012, 09:09:22 AM » |
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Hey SS, welcome aboard! |
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old2soon
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« Reply #24 on: April 18, 2012, 11:00:00 AM » |
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The P O got a new wife and she made the Valkyrie sleep outside!!! See when my ex came back(she gone fer good now)she THOUGHT her caddy was gonna get the garage BUT i told her the Valkyrie lives there now and i had ZERO plans of changing that anytime soon.  Sides-iffin my Olds could live outside so could her frikkin caddy. Priorities. My Olds is STILL a little pouty bout not being in the garage. RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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Gerard irl
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« Reply #25 on: April 18, 2012, 01:31:59 PM » |
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Hello and Welcome I am A Interstate oner
AS well Cheers from Ireland
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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #27 on: April 18, 2012, 02:04:28 PM » |
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Willow........yer gonna skeer the poor fellow off already.......them were speedos Stanley had, not undies......LOL
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« Reply #28 on: April 18, 2012, 02:30:24 PM » |
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Welcome 'Star! And if they didn't teach you anything about oil, filters, brands of tires, and Darkside tires at that Honda School, just ask. We have numerous experts on these subjects right here...Jim |
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« Reply #29 on: April 18, 2012, 04:26:50 PM » |
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CHEERS! Where are the freakin' BEFORE pictures! To reduce potential fears and anxieties 'bout joining us, the following is in order: welcome to HOSTEL, a journey of blood and gore horror.   ( It remains one of the most gruesome horror flicks ever...) Enjoy your Dragon! "If you have no intention of loving or being loved by your Fat Lady,
then the whole journey is pointless."
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« Reply #30 on: April 18, 2012, 05:01:51 PM » |
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Welcome. 99 is definitely the best year |
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ShootingStar
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« Reply #31 on: April 18, 2012, 05:13:18 PM » |
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You won't be posting any videos of yourself dancing around in your undies, will you?  Um...dear God, no. I won't be doing that. Ever. |
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« Reply #32 on: April 18, 2012, 05:18:05 PM » |
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Pictures might have to wait until tomorrow, gang...Mother Nature brought us wet stuff this afternoon.  |
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« Reply #33 on: April 19, 2012, 09:48:49 AM » |
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Welcome Shootingstar.
Pretty obvious to me from the pic's earlier in the thread that the Green Valkyries are way faster than anything else out there. Nice looking machines..
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« Reply #34 on: April 19, 2012, 05:38:22 PM » |
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Welcome aboard.
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Tailgate Tommy
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« Reply #36 on: April 20, 2012, 06:57:59 PM » |
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Welcome! Do you know what kind of oil is in it? Wait for it...... |
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« Reply #37 on: April 22, 2012, 04:09:10 PM » |
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Hey Star :: As said before , welcome to da club. It still amazes me how folks are still just learning about the 'Valk' and loving it already. Bought my '01 standard model in '03 out of SC [Summerville, I think] and I still love it. Hummm , just realized I've had it for 10 years already. I've also got an I/S now and either one can go anywhere at anytime. Of course it's nice to have one to ride while the other one is down for service. I'm not a pro like you, so it takes me ' a while ' to get things done sometimes. Have relied on a lot of info from this group over the years and they still don't disappoint me. I'm sure you'll find them very receptive to helping new members
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