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TOP TEN TIPS FOR 2013 (for Virago 250 motorcycles)
TOP TEN TIPS FOR 2013 (for Virago 250 motorcycles) (important stuff I learned in 2012 – not just “paint your master link white” tips – some of these could save your life.) 1) The magic reflective vest – about $7 … Continue reading
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Tagged Motorcycle safety, Virago 250, Virago 250 mods, Virago safety
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Texting while driving vs. motorcycles – how to improve your chances
Accidents caused by texting while driving are increasing in the US. When you stop (like for a traffic light), you should leave your bike in gear and watch your mirrors so you can drive away if the driver behind you … Continue reading
If a bolt is loose, you could lose it (especially chrome ones)
If you have a Virago 250, you might recognize the large allen bolt in the picture as the bolt that attaches the rear fender to the frame. This bolt is almost black, so I polished mine – it was stubborn so I have spent … Continue reading
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Tagged Motorcycle safety, V-Star 250, Virago 250, Virago 250 maintenance, Virago safety, XV250
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LED turn signals for Yamaha Virago 250 Part II
My LED turn signals arrived, so I just installed them on my 2002 Yamaha Virago 250. I looked through every single LED turn signal on ebay – I liked six of them – and ended up buying the cheapest one. I really like them … Continue reading
Close call Virago 250 vs. Mercedes and flying in the slow lane at 50 mph
I have a 47 mile commute (one way), over half of it is two lane roads with hills and curves. Now that schools are open, I am on the road about 3 hours a day now. Anyway, today … Continue reading
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Tagged Motorcycle safety, Supertrapp Virago, Virago 250, Virago 250 exhaust mods, Virago safety
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Reflective vests, Supertrapp, and the left side of the church
I got home late last night from a wedding – so I am pretty groggy. I still wanted to drive the bike to work today but 3 stations said rain in northwest CT. I am lucky to have my commute … Continue reading
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Tagged Motorcycle safety, Virago 250, Virago 250 exhaust mods, Virago 250 mods
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Safety first, looks second ! – for motorcycle turn signals, taillights, and brake lights
Yesterday a sportsbike passed me and it had an integrated taillight – the one with the turn signals, taillight, and brake light all in one unit. When they used their turn signal, it was not very noticeable. Maybe other integrated … Continue reading
Virago 250 Street – seating position and safety mods
The blog is about modifications to the Yamaha Virago 250 to give it more of a standard seating position and to improve its safety. If you are interested, please check the other postings. My basic plan/goals with my Virago 250 … Continue reading
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Tagged Motorcycle, Motorcycle safety, Motorcycles, V-Star, V-Twin, Virago, Virago 250 modifications, Virago 250 mods, Virago 250 updates, Virago safety, XV250
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