Sunday March 16, 2008

Buell Ulysses 1,000 Mile Service and Suspension

Yikes ... I brought the bike into Zylstra H-D/Buell last week, $328. I don't remember what the Sportster's first service was, but I don't think it was quite that much.

Another important lesson: I'd been lazy and never taken the time to setup the suspension according to the guidelines in the owner's manual. I finally did today, and WOW, what a difference. It feels like a completely different, and even more incredible bike. I'd never really seen what a dramatic difference suspension could make in a vehicle's handling.

Two annoyances: I cannot get used to having to shut off the blinkers manually. Also, the throttle feels like its very soon, 1/8" - 1/4" inch of looseness. I asked the dealer to look at it during the service, and they said it was properly adjusted. I can't believe that's correct, and I forgot to check the Buells that they had sitting on the floor to see how their throttles were adjusted.

ANIME TODAY Interviews Actor, Director & Writer Monica Rial

Right Stuf, Inc. is pleased to welcome actor, writer and director Monica Rial – who can currently be heard as “Sakura” in Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE, “Misuzu” in Air TV and “Lala Gonzales” in School Rumble – to episode 62 of ANIME TODAY.

In this new, three-part interview, Rial – who has acted in more than 150 shows to date – discusses her introduction to the anime industry, her work as a columnist for NEWTYPE USA and as a ADR script adapter, how her foray into directing has brought a new perspective to acting, and her views on the current state of the anime industry.

Also in Episode 62:

• Chad tells listeners "What's Hot" in the world of anime.
• Shawne reminds fans about the “Neon Genesis of Savings” to be found on ADV Films products and shares details about Right Stuf and Nozomi Entertainment’s recently unveiled license and upcoming DVD release of Maria Watches Over Us (Maria-sama ga Miteru).
• Tuan Pham previews Anime Boston 2008, which takes place on the weekend of March 21-23 at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, Massachusetts.
• Kris and Judy discuss unusual Japanese ice cream flavors in the “Anime and Gamers’ Guide.”
• Marie checks out the manga Honey and Clover by Chica Umino.
• Rich and Nick provide a rundown of upcoming conventions, courtesy of AnimeCons.com.
• Judy-sensei has a “sweet” lesson plan in store for this episode’s installment of Japanese 101.
• Rich and Nick remind listeners about the contest for Dragon Ball Z video games on several game platforms.
• Listen to musical clips from the recent JapanFiles.com release, Slumber by LiN Clover.
• And finally, ANIME TODAY highlights some of the newest fan reviews from RightStuf.com visitors.

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