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Message started by RandyRP on 10/14/11 at 07:47:18

Title: Engine Cooling Fins Question
Post by RandyRP on 10/14/11 at 07:47:18

Hello

I am interested in buying my first bike. ( I still need to choose a riding class, as well) and the Savage seems like a good choice, but maybe not as I am 6'2, but do have short legs for my height (32 inch inseam).

In any event, in noticing pictures of various bikes, in some the cooling fins appear rounder than in others. I realize that in some photos of some bikes, the cover is of of the top of the head, and the may be the difference, but I am wondering if the design also changed over time.

Thank you

Title: Re: Engine Cooling Fins Question
Post by verslagen1 on 10/14/11 at 08:15:26

Maybe an optical illusion, no change in design that I know of.

There is a chrome head cover that many opt to remove.

BRC, basic or beginner rider course, offered in many states.
graduating from the course gives a license to ride and may qualify for an insurance discount.

http://msf-usa.org/index_new.cfm?spl=2&action=display&pagename=RiderCourse%20Info

Title: Re: Engine Cooling Fins Question
Post by babyhog on 10/14/11 at 08:24:48

Bottom of the jug is black in later years, may cause the optical delusion... I mean illusion. ;)

Title: Re: Engine Cooling Fins Question
Post by RandyRP on 10/14/11 at 09:50:13

Thanks for the tip of the BRC.

I think the paint and covers make the engine look different.

Are there any disadvantages to removing the covers? I plan on bobbing the bike, or going with a vodoo vintage hardtail at some point and think the coverless motor looks more old school.

Also for the shorter term, are there any single seats that bolt into the stock frame. I don't mean a seat with springs, but just a seat for one person. If I can find that, I might use it and then go with the hardtail.

Title: Re: Engine Cooling Fins Question
Post by babyhog on 10/14/11 at 10:22:00

0C3F303A270C0E5E0 wrote:

Pre-2005 models had a 2-piece seat. Alot of folks just remove the passenger pillion. If you get post-2005 model, you can buy a single seat from an older model and it will fit. Plenty of people have modified the foam inside also. I'm sure there are aftermarket seats too, but most of those used here have springs. Can't remember any bolt-on ones that aren't spring mounted.

Title: Re: Engine Cooling Fins Question
Post by drums1 on 10/14/11 at 10:27:35

The older Savages have a single seat and a seperate passenger seat. There are aftermarket options though. Not sure exactly what, as I have never researched it, but I have seen it mentioned here.
I, too, am 6'1", with a 32" inseam. With a set of either Routy's or Ed L's forward controls, fitment becomes much better and more comfortable. I no longer feel "too big" for the bike. And there's plenty of power there to haul my big a$$ around. (245 lbs.)