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    Centerstand trick..

    Tried installing 3 ways: spring on 1st, spring expansion tool, and using ratchet tie down to extend spring. 10 minute install either way. All 3 work - the easiest was using a ratchet tie down to extend the spring. 1. With regard to Honda directions: No need to touch the exhaust - plenty of...
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    OEM Honda Center Stand Install

    Tried installing 3 ways: spring on 1st, spring expansion tool, and using ratchet tie down to extend spring. 10 minute install either way. All 3 work - the easiest was using a ratchet tie down to extend the spring. 1. With regard to Honda directions: No need to touch the exhaust - plenty of...
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    Boots required?

    once you ride regularly with m/c boots, you feel unprotected by workboots and feel that shifting is not as shore with workboots. most importantly, m/c boots have significant protection as everyone as advised. i have always liked race oriented boots - the shifting is firm and the protection...
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    any tricks for Installing Honda side barackets and rear carrier

    ok, 1st thanks to grey1one installed honda oem racks, rear carrier, and top box. very intuitive - honda instructions not really clear 1st: when disassembling rear seat - line the area below with a sheet of tin foil to catch the springs washers etc. if you drop them. remember, when you...
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    any tricks for Installing Honda side barackets and rear carrier

    Thanks. When they fell out, did they fall to the ground or someplace easily accessible? Also, did you remove both seats? Finally, did you use blue loctite anywhere? thanks, thanks
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    any tricks for Installing Honda side barackets and rear carrier

    About to install honda 46 l rear box rear carrier side brackets 2104 nc700x with manual clutch if anyone has done this, i appreciate the advice: no need to cut or trim anything? do the spacers (referred to as flange collars in the instructions) stay in place when the old hand...
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    New vs Used

    Know of new NCs near you at about $5K OTD There are new 2015 NC 700x in PA for about $5K out the door I recently bought one for about $4K -- i can provide you the details if you PM
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    New NC Owner

    Welcome from another new owner in Boston Welcome from Boston I am another new owner. Only had mine for a couple weeks. 2014 x black. I agree the bike is a blast to ride. It turns really great. the seat is not driving me crazy. But I think I have to change the windscreen too...
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    Short notice help ! Moving and need to drain gas tank!

    Syphon Self starting priming syphon ... very inexpensive at a home depot, lowes, or walmart. http://www.homedepot.com/p/DuraHeat-Plastic-Siphon-Pump-DH-10/100372238 @2.95 small battery powered syphon ...
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    Heresy

    correct, it's not a v twin ... oops. wow, it seemed low to the ground to me. make sure you listen to 670 ... 670 presented the seat height. never noticed the steering lock issue, very interesting (again, listen to 670) True about the valves; but there easy to adjust (screw types) and easy...
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    stock front seat?

    How did the seat pad on top of the stock seat work? How did the seat pad on top of the stock seat work?
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    Heresy

    Pre Gen Kawasaki Ninja EX 250 I recently rode a pre gen Kawasaki Ninja Ex 250 (ninjette) for three years. Over the last year, I rode approximately 600 miles weekly. Every month rode from Boston to NYC and back for meetings. Ergonomics would be nice for her. It is pretty low to the ground...
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    700x question

    So You Don't Like All Blacks I have a new 2014 all black x What catastrophes are about befall based on its black color?
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    One piece suit or jacket and pants?

    Another vote for 2 piece I have a 2 piece Vanson road racing suit - based on the 1 piece road racing suit, but with the thick zipper between the pieces ... Used to use a 1 piece track suit ... 2 piece is much easier to manage - no hopping around getting in and out of the arms no...
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    Hello NC700 Forum members from an NC fan but not an owner yet.

    Practical and Fun Here's my impression here's were i am coming from: I am a new owner ... 2014 700x I have been riding sportbikes for 30 years ... I ride as my principal transportation - 150 round trip daily commute ... also to and Boston to NYC for meetings every couple weeks here's my...
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    Buy a new old stock 2014 DCT ABS now or wait for 2016?

    There are some excellent deals on left over 2014s. For example, check in the Track n Trail in PA. The savings seems significant enough.
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    Hello from Boston, MA

    It time to check in .... now as a member of the owners Received New 2014 NC 700x --- Black the 700x seems like a very special bike ... Honda really had a great idea. (previously, I received great advice from many of you when I was looking for a 700x) (one member here directed me to the...
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    panniers vs. topcase

    if you have to choose: topcase or panniers? why? while we are at it, what is your preference: aftermarket (what brand & model) vs. honda for each
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    Potential owner seeking advice from current owners

    Very experienced rider (30 years riding, mainly sport bikes). Presently I use my bike as principal transportation from 4/1 until the snow falls - as follows: 1. commute 140 miles daily (70 out, 70 back) - all highway. 2. ride from massachusetts to ny for...
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