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    Hope those tie rods...

    ...stand the test of time and wear

    If there is a weak link in the new design, this would probably be it.



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    How Much Octane?

    Quote Originally Posted by Brasco View Post
    I seem to recall in one of the many videos one of the reps saying 'hi-test' fuel -- has anyone read anywhere if the days of running regular fuel are over for those who jump onto the 2018 models?
    I'd think it will probably run on 87, but a higher octane may be required to get all the performance the engine has to offer.

    That's how it is with many cars and trucks these days. When they are running on 87, the engine's computer backs off the timing much of the time to protect the engine from detonation, but mileage and horsepower is reduced. You need a higher octane to get maximum performance from the engine. In fact, I believe the DOT requires new vehicles to be built this way.

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    Tie Rods

    Quote Originally Posted by willtill View Post
    ...stand the test of time and wear

    If there is a weak link in the new design, this would probably be it.

    But they look like they'd be easier to replace than steering head bearings.

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    Quote Originally Posted by willtill View Post
    ...stand the test of time and wear

    If there is a weak link in the new design, this would probably be it.

    Good thing there will be a lot of beta-test riders and miles on them before I am ready for a new bike.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ths61 View Post
    Good thing there will be a lot of beta-test riders and miles on them before I am ready for a new bike.
    Yep, lots of test miles... +1 on your line if thinking!
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    What id like to know is if they tested the damm windshield on a rider thats taller than your average north korean. The shield on the B was the first thing I replaced and tried several to get one i could live with.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Audiochris90 View Post
    What id like to know is if they tested the damm windshield on a rider thats taller than your average north korean. The shield on the B was the first thing I replaced and tried several to get one i could live with.
    Also, the width of the windshield. I don't think Lil' Kim represents the average width of the average North Korean.

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    Ya'll mean the Japanese mebbee?

    Norks? Huh, what?


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    However the North Koreans have wider nukes.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Retired Army View Post
    However the North Koreans have wider nukes.


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