I have the same problem with Canyon Dancer. I did notice the wire
loops welded to the frame. I am going to attempt to use them next time.
thanks for the info
-Dom
--- In ApriliaAtlantic@yahoogroups.com, "kskorn" <kkorn@...> wrote:
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> --- In ApriliaAtlantic@yahoogroups.com, "dgntlk" <reallyjunk@> wrote:
> >
> > I have a 2003 Aprilia Atlantic 500. I am using canyon dancer straps
> > across the handle bars. I am looking for a good place to strap down
> > the back.. I don't think that the grab bars are a good spot. Any
> > suggestions?
> > Thanks in advance
> > -Dom
> >
> First, make sure you don't pull too tight on the handlebars...my
> dealer told me of someone that broke them that way. Just snug enough
> to keep the scooter from tipping.
>
> I'm not very happy with the Canyon Dancer because of what it does to
> the rubber handgrips. I've just bought another product called the
> Cycle Cynch. See their website at http://www.cyclecynch.com/ I haven't
> used it yet.
>
> Second, I tie to the passenger grab handles with soft ties. Also, if
> you look up under the side bodywork, about even with the rear wheel,
> you will find small wire loops welded to the frame on both sides. I
> suspect that was where the scooter was tied down in the shipping
> crate. There isn't enough room for a hook, but maybe for some kind of
> a strap tiedown.
>
> Ken
> '03 AA500
> Austin, TX
>