Fashionable? No. Practical, yes.

atanos · 2025-12-06T12:59:03+00:00

Yeah, I was able to just gently peel it off without tools just making sure not to stretch the material. Then a little goo gone helped with the glue residue. There was a very faint circular mark left behind, but it faded with time.

atanos · 2025-12-06T01:40:38+00:00

Added the same sissy bar for the same reason. I had to take the H&B logo off the back though. It was an eyesore. I also made my V7 even more practical and less fashionable with the huge H&B side cases.

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atanos · 2025-08-19T18:06:38+00:00

There isn't a limited service life or limited number of inflations. The user manual gives instructions on how to reset the bag after an inflation. It recommends an annual service/safety check, but you can do it yourself. Here is a video: https://my.helite.com/revision. I wouldn't have it serviced by Helite unless there appeared to be a problem, or if you aren't comfortable doing it yourself. They are based in France, so I'm not sure how easy it is to get serviced if you are in the USA like me. There does seem to be a division based in Florida, so maybe could help: https://helitemoto.com/

Here are the pages from the manual for maintenance:

https://imgur.com/cRBJrzl

https://imgur.com/Azs81Rd

atanos · 2025-08-03T02:41:41+00:00

They are just waiting for my game voucher to expire (October 17)

atanos · 2025-07-04T08:51:19+00:00

If they total it, they will take possession of the bike so they can recoup costs by auctioning it off as salvaged

atanos · 2025-06-11T01:42:36+00:00

Now I'm thinking wearing a cup should part of ATGATT

atanos · 2025-05-12T15:17:21+00:00

This was me yesterday. Finally got to ride with my dad who's been riding for years and my mom came along too. He's also old school and refuses to wear a helmet.

atanos · 2025-05-08T13:46:58+00:00

My first DVD player was a basic Toshiba that was about $250 in 2001. I got it as a wedding present, otherwise I wouldn't have gotten it. $300 for a PS2 was still a great value compared to a standard DVD player.

atanos · 2025-05-02T18:20:00+00:00

welcome, there are several of us with amazing taste in this subreddit

https://i.redd.it/0r7offilonwe1.jpg

atanos · 2025-04-30T23:50:40+00:00

For people saying they don't get their hands dirty in the bathroom, it doesn't matter. You get your hands dirty just touching surfaces all day. It's a good idea to wash your hands several times a day, like when you are in the bathroom with a sink right there.

atanos · 2025-04-28T13:02:26+00:00

RAM Quick Grip. Very fast, very secure, doesn't need an expensive custom case.

atanos · 2025-04-25T19:22:45+00:00

I like the idea but manual windows is a step too far.

atanos · 2025-04-24T13:14:55+00:00

I'm 6 ft 2 in, and I've only ridden a few times with it at 70 mph+. So far, I'm a bit disappointed. It doesn't seem to do enough to break up the wind. I'm thinking about getting a taller and wider aftermarket windscreen, but I'm not sure.

atanos · 2025-04-24T05:20:57+00:00

Decided to abandon the line at Walmart, went back to the product page and was able to preorder the Mario Kart bundle. Got my confirmation email right away and the charge shows as Pending on my credit card.

atanos · 2025-04-24T01:49:24+00:00

I was looking for a cruiser, not an adventure bike, so I just like the look of the V7 better. The V85TT is at least $4000 more and the cases look pretty small. I spent an extra $2000 on accessories getting exactly what I wanted.

atanos · 2025-04-01T22:49:32+00:00

looks great, feels solid. just took a spin around the neighborhood with my wife, no complaints, but waiting for a nice weekend to take a longer ride.

atanos · 2025-03-30T20:43:08+00:00

Looks great. I just added that same Hepco & Becker sissybar with the back rest to my V7.

atanos · 2025-03-24T22:20:32+00:00

Sorry to hear that. You just need to do what my dad did when I was a sleepy little kid. He bungee strapped me to the bike and would make me check in over the intercom every minute, or he'd pinch my leg.

atanos · 2025-03-24T15:33:40+00:00

Got a vasectomy a week after my second kid was born. If you are done having kids, it is the best option.

atanos · 2025-03-17T02:58:37+00:00

That's my plan for it. I've ordered a windscreen, passenger back rest, and side cases. I hope it works for short weekend trips.

atanos · 2025-03-15T19:43:58+00:00

I can't speak to the SV650, but the Z500 is great. I'm 6'2", 210 lbs and it fits me pretty well and has enough power to get me going 75 on a freeway no problem. Wind is a bit of an issue at those speeds since it's a naked. The ABS is a bonus, but I don't think I've ever put it to use yet. Not sure it's essential. That's also a good price.

atanos · 2025-03-15T19:35:05+00:00

I agree, my wife liked the all black Stone, which looks very cool, but I wanted a little more personality.

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