thanks a million for the imfo ,I purchased the 750 shadow today , it´s a great bike !The main thing I wanted tthis bike for was being dependible, so please give me any tip you can to get tis mileage !I will print off the email for future reference ! By the way I´m a professional bicycle mechanic by trade for 30 years, if anyone out there needs help on this issuse let me know !! MANY THANKS ( TONY