tips before sturgis?

[solarplex]

Hey, Im new here and have a few questions.
I just bought a 2001 standard with 12k on it out here in colorado and love it!
So far I changed plugs,coolant,oil,brake fluid,clutch fluid,air filter, and final drive fluid.
  I am going on long ride, approx 3k miles and was wondering if anyone has any tips on
things I should check or parts I should take? also looks like battery is stock and not sure
how long factory ones last.  much appreciated!!

[Momz]

Check your tires.
Heat and high speeds will devistating wear out your tires very quickly.
Always check tire pressures when cold.

The Valk won't let you down, but be prepared for extreme high temperatures.
You may want to add one (or maybe a second) drink holder.

Check out the hill climb races and the flat track races too!
Have fun

[spongebob]

Tire plug kit....... and a mini air compressor with clips to go on battery

[olddog1946]

Swing by and pick me up..lol..

[rider]

Checkout the topfuel dragraces and breakfast at the vets club

[solarplex]

Thanks for the great info! Looking to build some character in all types of weather,  it's goin
to be a good run!

[hueco]

If it looks like your battery is stock go ahead and get a new battery. 11 years is a long time for a battery. They do not cost that much. Better than being out on the road and battery go out. OK? Other than that it looks like  you are good to go. 12,000 miles on Your Lady. You still breaking her in. Be careful. Have fun. I am jealous. 

[old2soon]

You might want to check the rear splines before you leave. And the elusive third O ring. RIDE SAFE.

[sandy]

Check the date code on your tires. Even if they have tread they might separate cords if they're too old. It's a 4 digit number crudely molded into the sidewALL. a code of 2304 would mean the 23rd week of 04 being the manufacture date.

[fudgie]

I am going over my bike today for the journy to Sturgis Monday. I'm doing the oil, tire psi, tightening the header nuts, etc. I carry a u joint all the time and everytime I go west I also bring a drive shaft. This year I'm taking a alternator. Been reading about alot of failures lately. I trust mine to be good since it was serviced 20k ago. You never know. I would get a new battery.

Where you staying?

[5_19]

Hey, Im new here and have a few questions.
I just bought a 2001 standard with 12k on it out here in colorado and love it!
So far I changed plugs,coolant,oil,brake fluid,clutch fluid,air filter, and final drive fluid.
  I am going on long ride, approx 3k miles and was wondering if anyone has any tips on
things I should check or parts I should take? also looks like battery is stock and not sure
how long factory ones last.  much appreciated!!

Replace your OEM valve stems!!!!

[solarplex]

I am going over my bike today for the journy to Sturgis Monday. I'm doing the oil, tire psi, tightening the header nuts, etc. I carry a u joint all the time and everytime I go west I also bring a drive shaft. This year I'm taking a alternator. Been reading about alot of failures lately. I trust mine to be good since it was serviced 20k ago. You never know. I would get a new battery.

Where you staying?

I will be at the chip. Thanks for the tips

[fudgie]

You picked a good place.  We maybe out there to the Rider cafe.

[sandy]

Practise your 12 oz arm curls.

[whitestroke]

Chips the best place for excitment.  But bring earplugs if you plan on sleeping, and you'll be covered in a layer of dust every morning.  That is if you ever park your bike.  But it is the best time!

[fudgie]

Chips the best place for excitment.  But bring earplugs if you plan on sleeping, and you'll be covered in a layer of dust every morning.  That is if you ever park your bike.  But it is the best time!

Dust or mud!  I made a evening of watching people dump their bikes in the muddy corners. 

[Jabba]

I would tear the rear end apart and service the rear final drive, and clean and properly service the driveshaft and pinion cup.  It's an easy job if you're handy at all.

Jabba

[Ricky-D]

You'll need plenty of sunscreen, liberally applied.

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[Madmike]

........... take money........ it  helps solve most problems... nd creates  a few ........

[Farther]

What's the old song; "send money, guns & lawyers".  Stick around a few day for the Days of 76 held in Deadwood.  30 years ago (actually 40 years ago ) it was quite an experience.