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13193
Hello all, I have finally talked the Honda dealer into a trade. I traded in my 03 Sliverwing for a brand new 05 Helix. I will post pic of my bike later. Right...
oldfart17
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Oct 1, 2006
11:14 am
13194
... <oldfart17@...> wrote: Right now I need a backrest. I have a bad back and ... ~~~In the interim, you can fashion a make shift back rest. What I've been...
Jake Wilson
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Oct 1, 2006
3:11 pm
13195
Hello, I have a 94 CN250. The bike runs great in warm weather but doesn't choke in cold weather. The temp. guage works but no choke. I have tried to download...
vanwynsberghec
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Oct 5, 2006
10:45 am
13196
I think the first thing you should do is to check and see if there is juice going to the choke when the key is switched on. vanwynsberghec...
Dick Ward
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Oct 5, 2006
3:53 pm
13197
If you'll contact me off board, I'll send you the tech tips in "rich text" format. Mike in Indiana U.S.A. - In hondahelixdiscussion@yahoogroups.com,...
chieftmc
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Oct 5, 2006
4:36 pm
13198
Can anyone tell me what kind of gas mileage I can expect out of a Helex? What is the top speed? And can you run the Helix 70-75mph for 3 hours at a time, or is...
Blake
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Oct 5, 2006
5:04 pm
13199
... 3 ... I've only had mine for 3 months now, but so far has gotten 65 mpg minimum and 71 mpg maximum. That is mostly around town at 40 to 50 mph with lots of...
George
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Oct 5, 2006
9:32 pm
13200
Blake... I drive my Helix everyday for about 40 minutes at mostly 65-70 mph on the interstate.. I have no trouble, and the engine is fine.. If your planning on...
Steve
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Oct 5, 2006
10:17 pm
13201
i get about 65mpg and run had all the time 34,000 miles [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]...
shutda2@...
shutda22000
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Oct 5, 2006
10:41 pm
13202
my 87 helix gets around 70mpg. shutda2@... wrote: i get about 65mpg and run had all the time 34,000 miles [Non-text...
stratton stclair
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Oct 5, 2006
11:14 pm
13203
my 98 california helix gets around 70mpg. double up 55mpg somtimes if I go slow 75 mpg I do 90 plus miles round trip on interstate 75 is top speed on flat w/...
dropdownstairs
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Oct 6, 2006
12:31 am
13204
65mpg is pretty normal although the range seems to be from 61mpg (riding a lot of uphills and headwinds) to about 72mpg. I drive mostly highway miles at...
James
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Oct 6, 2006
2:57 am
13205
I used to run my '86 down Interstate 10 from San Bernardino to Los Angeles (71 miles, one way) at 74 mph everyday for years. When I sold it with over 60k on...
Michael J. Thompson Sr.
chieftmc
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Oct 6, 2006
3:25 am
13206
I've been getting anywhere from 60 to 75 mpg, depending on terrain and speed. I once got my Helix up to 78 mph before chickening out. 70+ mph is easy (for...
Susan
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Oct 6, 2006
5:27 am
13207
It's time for comprehensive service on my Helix. Can anyone suggest a good aftermarket parts vendor for a quality drive belt/weights,high performance front...
limpwell
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Oct 7, 2006
1:47 am
13208
good question , the old theads will tell you all abo it. there was a long discussion of parts about a mpnth ago bike bandit is good...
dropdownstairs
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Oct 7, 2006
11:02 am
13209
I have the VIP trunk with built-in spoiler and turn signals. I'm thinking I'd like to add the separate LED spoiler like cheiftmc's setup. The thing is, I'd...
galan112
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Oct 7, 2006
12:55 pm
13210
I have the VIP trunk with built-in spoiler and turn signals. I'm thinking I'd like to add the separate LED spoiler like cheiftmc's setup. The thing is, I'd...
galan112
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Oct 7, 2006
1:28 pm
13211
Galan, As far as the LEDs are concerned, it should be no problem, BUT you might want to check with the local authorities about running the brake all the time!...
Michael J. Thompson Sr.
chieftmc
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Oct 7, 2006
2:17 pm
13212
Hehe...well...if the LEDs are anything like the ones in the trunk, I honestly don't think anyone would mistake them for a brake light, esp. if they're constant...
galan112
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Oct 8, 2006
12:28 am
13213
Since you'll have the "regular" stop light AND the trunk spoiler stop light, you should be OK! Good luck; let us know how it goes. Mike in Indiana U.S.A. ... ...
Michael J. Thompson Sr.
chieftmc
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Oct 8, 2006
1:12 am
13214
Actually, I suppose I could have wired the trunk spoiler light to do the scrolling thing, but I was thinking THAT would cause more legal issues.....maybe i'm...
galan112
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Oct 8, 2006
2:27 am
13215
Here in Indiana they pretty much let us do whatever we want!!!!!! I have mine wired where the trunk spoiler is the scrolling running light and the "regular"...
Michael J. Thompson Sr.
chieftmc
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Oct 8, 2006
3:37 am
13216
List: I have spring plans to place my wife '98 Helix on a flatbed trailer (and take it for a ride!) Thus the question: once it is on the trailer, I presume it...
phinney2002
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Oct 8, 2006
3:12 pm
13217
Does anyone ride a Helix with a sidecar? Will it maintain speed with a passenger? Is it dangerous? How much are they worth or cost? Does anyone have one for...
Kenneth Winter
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Oct 8, 2006
5:03 pm
13218
... trailer, ... ~~~~Hello Charles, Chuck, Mr. Anthonny. Hauling any scooter/motorcycle using the chassis center stand is a bad idea IMO. Why?,... What do...
Jake Wilson
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Oct 8, 2006
5:40 pm
13219
I have hauled my Helix and the handlebar strap mentioned here is what I use + chock and back straps. Joan ... From: Jake Wilson To:...
Joan Jennings
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Oct 8, 2006
6:47 pm
13220
... I ride a HH w/sidecar. Top speed is about 63mph. My home made sidecar chassis supports a rubbermaid cooler. I don't carry a passenger. Practically...
limpwell
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Oct 8, 2006
7:14 pm
13221
I just found out that my motorcycle safety coach Laura Sinning got killed in a motorcycle accident this past Wednesday. I remember taking the class this past...
Lorna Rudd
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Oct 9, 2006
3:27 am
13222
Sorry to hear that she got killed. It is my choice to always wear a helmet. I also agree that this is a free country and we should have that choice to wear...
TS
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Oct 9, 2006
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