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« on: November 30, 2009, 06:45:29 PM » |
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Just joined this forum and wanted to introduce myself. I rode a Suzuki Intruder-1400. In 1998 purchased a new Goldwing and in 2005 got a new ST1300. Now I'm in the process of selling my ST1300 because my knees and legs can't take the riding position. ST is a great bike and I'm sad that I have to sell it. But on the bright side, once I sell it I'll be looking for a Valkyrie. I'm sure I'll be back with lot's of questions when I get one and hope you can steer me in a right direction.
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« Reply #1 on: November 30, 2009, 07:02:00 PM » |
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Buzz, are you aware Valkyries do not have the typical cruiser riding position? Because the Valkyrie uses a highly modified 1500 Goldwing engine, the riding position is similar. Some of us have modified the pegs by adding Rattlebars Peg Relocators, which moved the pegs down and forward a couple of inches. See if there is a member near you that will allow you to see if the Valk position is comfortable to you.
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« Reply #2 on: November 30, 2009, 07:03:13 PM » |
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Now's the time to buy one!  Prices have not been this buyer-friendly for awhile  , much to the chagrin of those who want to sell one   |
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« Reply #3 on: November 30, 2009, 07:04:31 PM » |
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Welcome aboard. Hope you find yourself at home here. Also, take your time on your search and buy one that fits your needs with all the bells and whistles.
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« Reply #4 on: November 30, 2009, 08:08:18 PM » |
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Welcome Buzz,
Like Gearjammer said now is the time to buy a Valk. where are you located?
I have a friend who is looking for a ST1300. Let me know the specs, color, and price , and I will pass it on to him.
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« Reply #5 on: November 30, 2009, 09:33:57 PM » |
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welcome home Buzz
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« Reply #6 on: November 30, 2009, 09:55:48 PM » |
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Welcome...if you have questions I think this AWESOME group has ya covered!  |
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« Reply #7 on: December 01, 2009, 03:23:29 AM » |
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Good luck with your sale and your shopping. Exciting times. Welcome.
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« Reply #8 on: December 01, 2009, 03:25:04 AM » |
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my knees and legs can't take the riding position.
Thanks,
'Don't want to steer you away from a Valk, but are you aware of Mick-O-Pegs which are available for your ST as well as your anticipated Valk? |
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« Reply #9 on: December 01, 2009, 03:34:27 AM » |
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Welcome to the jungle
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« Reply #10 on: December 01, 2009, 08:07:07 AM » |
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Hey Buzz, where are you located, we probably have someone near you. Welcome to the Inzanity!!!  |
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« Reply #11 on: December 02, 2009, 07:41:43 PM » |
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I'm in central Jersey.
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buzz
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« Reply #12 on: December 02, 2009, 07:52:05 PM » |
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my knees and legs can't take the riding position.
Thanks,
'Don't want to steer you away from a Valk, but are you aware of Mick-O-Pegs which are available for your ST as well as your anticipated Valk? I know, but I'm too exited about the Valk now. You know how it is when you got it into your mind that it's time for something different. Thanks a lot though. |
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« Reply #13 on: December 02, 2009, 07:52:59 PM » |
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Hey Buzz, where are you located, we probably have someone near you. Welcome to the Inzanity!!! Central NJ. |
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« Reply #14 on: December 03, 2009, 03:39:56 AM » |
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Welcome BUZZ. You'll find so much info here, you won't be able to stand it. Hope you find a great Valk and have lots of fun with it.
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« Reply #15 on: December 03, 2009, 03:51:14 AM » |
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Hiya Buzz and welcome. Regarding the riding position on the Valk. I also needed to get into a standard cruising position. I bought the forward controls from "Big Bike Things". Check out his site below. http://www.bigbikethings.com/These are made specifically for the Valkyrie. He has two different versions. (Interstate & Forward. The Interstate can be used on all models. That's the set I have. ) Now I can ride with my legs stretched out forward which is much more comfortable for me. |
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« Reply #16 on: December 03, 2009, 02:51:19 PM » |
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Hiya Buzz and welcome. Regarding the riding position on the Valk. I also needed to get into a standard cruising position. I bought the forward controls from "Big Bike Things". Check out his site below. http://www.bigbikethings.com/These are made specifically for the Valkyrie. He has two different versions. (Interstate & Forward. The Interstate can be used on all models. That's the set I have. ) Now I can ride with my legs stretched out forward which is much more comfortable for me. My ST was sold on ebay last week but the buyer faild to come up with the money and was kicked off ebay. I just re-listed my ST again and although it's not sold yet I', already going nuts with all the things that I could do to a Valk that I don't even have. I appreciate all the responses and suggestions but I have to pace myself. |
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« Reply #17 on: December 03, 2009, 02:55:40 PM » |
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welcome hope ya enjoy your self here and good luck on the valk too.. i need only one more and i am done,, ill have three one for the wife one for the son and one for me..
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