(11-03-2020, 06:52 PM)j3gq_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 02:37 PM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 06:02 AM)j3gq_imp Wrote: [ -> ]For tonight I can only describe it, my Honda is already in hibernation for the winter (didn't think about this when I wrote 'photo'). But see if the description works for you - if not let me know.
I release the seat with the key, lift/loosen it a little. On the right side of the Honda (the left doesn't work) I feed the helmet strap with the ratchet (or teeth) from the top around the horizontal frame/bar just exposed by lifting the seat. Holding the helmet with my knees, the mentioned strap with my left hand, I reach with my right hand for the other strap (the one with the buckle), and join ratchet and buckle. A push on the seat to lock it and I am done.
Why is this good (enough) ? The geometry is such that, when compared to the useless helmet lock on the left, the straps are much tighter and harder to reach when the seat is down. And the helmet's underside is firmly positioned against frame and seat. This position makes it also very hard for the goofs to leave "gifts".
Open the helmet window and drop off a "gift". Close helmet window.
... also when my sweet CB was parked in your driveway ?
... also when my sweet CB was parked in your driveway ?
Sometimes I wonder about this, but I have never experienced it nor anyone I know. I suspect you really have to be in a very bad neighbourhood, or po'd somebody off and not smart enough to leave the area.
(11-04-2020, 01:36 AM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 06:52 PM)j3gq_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 02:37 PM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 06:02 AM)j3gq_imp Wrote: [ -> ]For tonight I can only describe it, my Honda is already in hibernation for the winter (didn't think about this when I wrote 'photo'). But see if the description works for you - if not let me know.
I release the seat with the key, lift/loosen it a little. On the right side of the Honda (the left doesn't work) I feed the helmet strap with the ratchet (or teeth) from the top around the horizontal frame/bar just exposed by lifting the seat. Holding the helmet with my knees, the mentioned strap with my left hand, I reach with my right hand for the other strap (the one with the buckle), and join ratchet and buckle. A push on the seat to lock it and I am done.
Why is this good (enough) ? The geometry is such that, when compared to the useless helmet lock on the left, the straps are much tighter and harder to reach when the seat is down. And the helmet's underside is firmly positioned against frame and seat. This position makes it also very hard for the goofs to leave "gifts".
Open the helmet window and drop off a "gift". Close helmet window.
... also when my sweet CB was parked in your driveway ?
... also when my sweet CB was parked in your driveway ?
Sometimes I wonder about this, but I have never experienced it nor anyone I know. I suspect you really have to be in a very bad neighbourhood, or po'd somebody off and not smart enough to leave the area.
Truth is, I haven't either. But it seems to happen. And being the lazy guy I am, I do always leave my helmet on the bike, most of the time just on the handle bar. But you know the old saying:
Every good turn deserves another.
(11-04-2020, 02:55 AM)j3gq_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-04-2020, 01:36 AM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 06:52 PM)j3gq_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 02:37 PM)GoldOxide_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (11-03-2020, 06:02 AM)j3gq_imp Wrote: [ -> ]For tonight I can only describe it, my Honda is already in hibernation for the winter (didn't think about this when I wrote 'photo'). But see if the description works for you - if not let me know.
I release the seat with the key, lift/loosen it a little. On the right side of the Honda (the left doesn't work) I feed the helmet strap with the ratchet (or teeth) from the top around the horizontal frame/bar just exposed by lifting the seat. Holding the helmet with my knees, the mentioned strap with my left hand, I reach with my right hand for the other strap (the one with the buckle), and join ratchet and buckle. A push on the seat to lock it and I am done.
Why is this good (enough) ? The geometry is such that, when compared to the useless helmet lock on the left, the straps are much tighter and harder to reach when the seat is down. And the helmet's underside is firmly positioned against frame and seat. This position makes it also very hard for the goofs to leave "gifts".
Open the helmet window and drop off a "gift". Close helmet window.
... also when my sweet CB was parked in your driveway ?
... also when my sweet CB was parked in your driveway ?
Sometimes I wonder about this, but I have never experienced it nor anyone I know. I suspect you really have to be in a very bad neighbourhood, or po'd somebody off and not smart enough to leave the area.
Truth is, I haven't either. But it seems to happen. And being the lazy guy I am, I do always leave my helmet on the bike, most of the time just on the handle bar. But you know the old saying:
Every good turn deserves another.
I have had birds try to nest in the bucket, but fortunately not long enough to defecate or lay an egg. Just a few strands of straw and a feather.