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  1. Chris Jessop

    V85TT issues and Loose Bits

    It might just be my V85TT but it's worth checking your sump guard bolts. While cleaning the bike this morning after yesterdays 220 mile ride I noticed that the front of the sump guard was loose. The front two M8 x 16 bolts that secure the black steel bracket to the sump were missing. The...
  2. Erich Finkle

    V7II Special Backrest & Handholds

    Good afternoon, all.Looking for a good backrest for the Mrs. on my V7II Special. Ideally, I'd like a solution with both a backrest and some bars for her to hold her hands onto. If I can't find a unit with handholds included, I'd also like to get some separately, and would prefer chrome.If...
  3. M

    V7 III seat stock seat material

    Hi everyone, Im looking to purchase a V7 iii stone soon and was just curious if the stock seat is made from vinyl or real leather? I heard vinyl holds up better over time and requires less maintenance.Thanks
  4. M

    Audace seat

    Hello Everyone I’m a happy owner of a red Audace I love it but its ergonomy isn’t the best for me so I went through few adjustments : - installing the bars of the Audace Carbon : compatible but need to pierce holes for the commands as there is a difference between old and new ones - installing...
  5. N

    Tips for cleaning the seat (and chrome)

    The white trim on the seat is getting a little (lot) grubby and I wondered if anyone has any recommendations for a product/process to get it looking like new again. I am just worried that attacking it in the wrong way will damage the surface.While we are on the topic of cleaning tips I used to...
  6. jkristjan

    V7 tank and seat on V9

    Does anyone have details on this? Are these parts easily interchangeable or does it involve modifications like cutting and welding? Plus if anyone has ideas about where to best get the parts and what are the costs, in EU, that is. Thanks!PS. I already know some custom builders have done it, I...
  7. roadventure

    OEM Touring Seat after 8000 miles

    As noted in another post, I recently returned from an 8000 mile ride to California and back, on my California. My bike started life as a Custom model, but is dressed out as a Touring model.I used a sheepskin cover from Alaska Leather on the seat. I have used a sheepskin cover on many...
  8. A

    Newbie...Gas Tank and Seat Change

    Hi All, I am new to the group and appreciate in advance all the support.I am very close to pulling the trigger on the 2016 v7 II racer. One big but, the chrome tank and brown leather saddle is my preference. The US model for 2016 is a new graphic for the US.Questions: How difficult is it to...
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