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First post on the forum.

Picked up a new to me TW last week.

 

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Placed an order for a few things:

Duratool MC 22-24145 Weatherproof Equipment Case

Rox Speed FX Elite 2” Risers

SAE to USB Motorcycle Dual Charger Adapter with Voltmeter

Jimbo Grey Windscreen

Coleman MadDog GearComfort Ride Seat Protector

Now I’m just waiting impatiently for the stuff to get here.

 

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Very nice bike...and well set up!
You're gonna love it!

Thank you, much appreciated! I've had it out for some trail riding and having some fun, working out well for me.

 

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Installed the Jimbo Windshield, quick and easy.

 

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Nice, bike looks great!

Much appreciated!

Having fun with it just riding in fields and pastures for now. Sold an older Honda CRF250R and bought the TW. I'm really liking the electric start, the old Honda was really cold natured. It's nice being able to drive it to our trails on the street instead of hauling it.

Put on a dual charging port today and plan to mount a hard case on the rear rack as well.

 

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Placed a MCM 22-24145 Duratool Equipment Case on the rear rack that a fellow member had recommended.

Going to be a nice afternoon so it’s time to ride it a while.

 

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I think I picked up the TW on Sep 7 and since then have done the following:

Congrats on your purchase!

 

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The TW’s brake foot pad is a little bit hard for me to find. Oh well, I planned on just learning how to deal with it, and it wasn’t working out all that well. This first missed braking opportunity was after coming up on a 90 degree turn in gravel. I was able to overcome it just fine and chalked it up as a lesson.

The second time I missed the brake was after going off of the back side of a very steep pond dam. Slowed the bike down after a second attempt to find the pedal. I’m used to having the brake underneath my foot when I want to stop like my other bikes and quads have.

So, I guess you can’t teach an old dog a new trick…. fabbed up a wider pedal out of 1/8” x ¾” strap metal. Used a bolt instead of welding it on. Works great.

 

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Looks good...
If you ride it for awhile muscle memory will take over ...

Thank you sir!

The muscle memory thing wasn't working out.

They memorized missing the pedal the first time... when I needed it the most.

 

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Tried to reduce some noise coming from the Ricochet skid plate. Added some rubber washers to the top bolts and glued rubber to the bottom brackets.

Reduced the noise a bit, worth the effort.

 

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Nothing to the bike today but had a fitted cap embroidered.

It actually looks better in person than in the pic, IMHO.

 

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Finished... until I find something else to add.

DID X-Ring Chain
IMS Folding Shift Lever
IMS Super Stock Foot Pegs
Pro Grips
Acerbis Handguards
Shinko 241 Front Tire
Ricochet Skid Plate
JNS Headlight
Yamaha Rear Rack
Battery Tender Quick Connection
Duratool MC 22-24145 Weatherproof Equipment Case
Rox Speed FX Elite 2” Risers
SAE to USB Motorcycle Dual Charger Adapter with Voltmeter
Jimbo Grey Windscreen

 

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I see you went with the "Combo #1 plus the tail box". Excellent choice! Most would agree the bike should come that way from the factory.


If you needed a couple more:

I have found this cheap Amazon phone mount to be exceptionally durable and easy to use, especially considering the price.

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Also even though it's not functionality any different from your SAE adapter, I very much enjoy the "factory" look of the TW dash switch cluster on mine.

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VWbobby...that is a way cool looking T-Dub, the white/black combo rocks!
And a good list of mods, accessories, farkles, etc.

Something else to consider, I have these and really like them:
"Shorty" brake/clutch levers...

$20 bucks or so for a set.
There are many different makers on the net, all similar.
Can be shimmed to compensate for my small-ish hands.
Very impressed with the design, construction & finish.
Middle finger & forefinger on brake lever = max stop power.
I usually ride with 1 or 2 fingers on the controls for instant reaction time. And very comfortable. I ain't no spring chicken anymore, so always looking for any safety advantage!
They work fine with brush/hand guards, too.
Available in about 500 dazzling anodized colors, but black does it for me!
Have fun!

Thanks guys, much appreciated!

 

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I have found this cheap Amazon phone mount to be exceptionally durable and easy to use, especially considering the price.

Amazon.com: Bike Phone Holder, Motorcycle Phone Mount - Lamicall Motorcycle Handlebar Cell Phone Clamp, Scooter Phone Clip for Phone 11 / Phone 11 Pro Max, S9, S10 and More 4.7" - 6.8" Cellphone : Automotive

Buy Bike Phone Holder, Motorcycle Phone Mount - Lamicall Motorcycle Handlebar Cell Phone Clamp, Scooter Phone Clip for Phone 11 / Phone 11 Pro Max, S9, S10 and More 4.7" - 6.8" Cellphone: Electrical Device Mounts - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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Mounted this holder I had on the shelf, left over from a touring bike that was sold.

It can be used to carry / charge the Garmin, iPod, and my flip phone. Yes... flip phone. My four year old grandson laughs at me too.

I prefer the Garmin (no monthly fees and free updates for life) over my wife's fancy phone or any of the GPS systems in our cars. New updates provided by the manufacture for our cars are a year or two behind and out of date when received.

 

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Really nice day for a ride. May opt for a 52T sprocket.

 

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Purchased some fork oil, fork oil tool, driving lights, and a 52T sprocket a few minutes ago.

Now... what's taking that delivery truck so long to get here?

 

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Purchased a new head pipe from Yamaha Parts Nation for $31.06. I’ll take the pipe and OEM heat shields to Jet-Hot High-Performance Coat this afternoon. Not positive yet but I'm thinking satin black.

I’ve used their coatings before, really nice stuff.

 

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Checked the fork oil and set it at 130mm.

Not as much nose dive while braking vs before.

 

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The seat bolt mod