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Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 05-19-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 403
Posted By doorman
Just wondering if you had a chance to make the...

Just wondering if you had a chance to make the trip yet. Love to hear about it.
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-19-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,797
Posted By doorman
Had some free time today and decided to head to...

Had some free time today and decided to head to Elk Mound, WI. I was told about a "castle on a hill" that was worth checking out.

Did some research and found Mound Hill Park is where I needed to...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-05-2013, 03:36 PM
Replies: 2,105
Views: 589,738
Posted By doorman
This thread is great. I love cheap bikes. My...

This thread is great. I love cheap bikes. My current ride is this 01 ninja 250. Only 14k miles on it when I bought it. Paid 700 for it because it hadn't run in 2 years. Cleaned the carbs and...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 04-26-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,329
Posted By doorman
I need to stay within a half hour of Chippewa...

I need to stay within a half hour of Chippewa falls all weekend. Kind of limiting I know. I'm almost never on call, so if you prefer we can do it another time. I'll be out riding most of the...
Forum: Road warriors 04-26-2013, 06:41 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,286
Posted By doorman
I fully agree with the ninja 250.

I fully agree with the ninja 250.
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 04-26-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,329
Posted By doorman
I'm free all weekend if anybody wants to meet up....

I'm free all weekend if anybody wants to meet up. I'm on call, so I can't venture too far, but I'd be up for a ride around the Bloomer/Eau Claire area.
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-26-2013, 06:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 723
Posted By doorman
No problem. Have a great trip, and I look forward...

No problem. Have a great trip, and I look forward to the report!
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-26-2013, 04:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 723
Posted By doorman
I wouldn't go too far out of my way to see it,...

I wouldn't go too far out of my way to see it, but if you are passing near Menomonie, WI I would check it out. Menomonie is a pretty cool old town to see as well.
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-25-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 723
Posted By doorman
The Devil's Punchbowl

I found myself unexpectedly out of work for the day, and decided to see someplace new. I pulled up google and searched for attractions in WI. The Devil's Punchbowl...that'll do.

Some info on the...
Forum: The Garage 04-24-2013, 05:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,355
Posted By doorman
I'm a fan of craftsman. All of my craftsman hand...

I'm a fan of craftsman. All of my craftsman hand tools are stamped made in USA :dunno. I use them everyday at work, to the point that they no longer work. Then I go to sears and turn them in for new...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 04-24-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,329
Posted By doorman
I would be up for a ride either Saturday or...

I would be up for a ride either Saturday or Sunday. I'm also planning a trip to the Devils Punchbowl tomorrow if anyone is looking for something to do. :muutt
Forum: The Garage 04-22-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 40,634
Posted By doorman
Cleaned out a winters worth of sawdust, metal...

Cleaned out a winters worth of sawdust, metal shavings, etc. from many projects. Then summerized my ice auger.
Forum: Road warriors 04-17-2013, 04:41 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,374
Posted By doorman
I've done a lot of fork seals, and have always...

I've done a lot of fork seals, and have always used electrical tape as my seal driver.

You wrap it around the fork tube a few inches above the seal till it is layered 1/8 to 1/4" thick. Then the...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 04-14-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 403
Posted By doorman
I've never been, but it's on my list of places to...

I've never been, but it's on my list of places to see this season. I'm planning on making a weekend of it once the weather improves. I've heard there is good hiking in the park. I've also been...
Forum: Road warriors 04-07-2013, 06:55 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,686
Posted By doorman
I've only put about 300 miles on it so far due to...

I've only put about 300 miles on it so far due to the crappy spring weather. So far I'm loving the little ninja though. I plan on doing the 15t sprocket, and upgrading the rear shock. I would also...
Forum: Road warriors 04-05-2013, 01:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,686
Posted By doorman
I actually took that report into account before...

I actually took that report into account before buying the ninja. It really helped with the decision.
Forum: Road warriors 04-05-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,686
Posted By doorman
ninja 250 mini tourer

I bought a 2001 ninja over the winter for 700$. My plans are to use it for commuting during the week, and touring when I have the time. So far I am very pleased with the comfort and fuel economy.
...
Forum: Equipment 04-05-2013, 09:19 AM
Replies: 3,614
Views: 1,599,103
Posted By doorman
My new setup. Haven't had a chance to test it...

My new setup. Haven't had a chance to test it out yet, but I think it will do nicely.

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/DSCF0033_zpsd040e631.jpg
Forum: Equipment 04-05-2013, 06:05 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,228
Posted By doorman
I've always just used the fluid at the gas pump...

I've always just used the fluid at the gas pump for washing car windshields. It's free, and does a good job of cleaning my face shield and windscreen. I tend not to argue with free.
Forum: The Garage 04-04-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 449
Views: 40,634
Posted By doorman
Did the fork seals and oil on my bike. No more...

Did the fork seals and oil on my bike. No more bottoming out during hard braking:clap.
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-04-2013, 07:35 AM
Replies: 709
Views: 83,034
Posted By doorman
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/...

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/apostles/IMG_1009.jpg
Forum: The Garage 03-23-2013, 03:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,647
Posted By doorman
I've done the driving on the bead method as well....

I've done the driving on the bead method as well. I take a solid length of lumber and make a ramp on to the bead, which I then "skillfully" drive my truck up. I do this as a last resort. It has...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-23-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 1,078
Views: 271,825
Posted By doorman
Got a ride in today. Not technically winter...

Got a ride in today. Not technically winter anymore, but you'd never know it. About 32 degrees when the picture was taken. Warmest it's been in a while in WI.
...
Forum: The Garage 03-22-2013, 09:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,647
Posted By doorman
I've used my bench vise to break a stubborn bead...

I've used my bench vise to break a stubborn bead before. Clamped all the way down and the bead still didn't break. I then added a c clamp on either side of the vice and finally it came loose.
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 03-22-2013, 05:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,329
Posted By doorman
I was out riding in Eau Claire tonight. Plan on...

I was out riding in Eau Claire tonight. Plan on riding tomorrow too if anyone wants to meet up.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-20-2013, 06:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,312
Posted By doorman
My first bike was a 76 kz400 that hadn't run in...

My first bike was a 76 kz400 that hadn't run in 20 years. I spent a few weeks fixing it up. I was broke at the time so many corners were cut. The tires were more like hard crumbly plastic than...
Forum: Trip Planning 03-17-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 942
Views: 441,812
Posted By doorman
If you're passing through eau claire, wi I've got...

If you're passing through eau claire, wi I've got space for 1 or 2. Inside or outside, your choice.

Yard big enough for a couple tents, well equipped garage, hot shower, and dinners on us.
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-13-2013, 01:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,055
Posted By doorman
Honda vtr250. Had an 89 in this color scheme. ...

Honda vtr250. Had an 89 in this color scheme. Awesome bike, but heinous paint job.

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/image_zpsd53f1568.jpg
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-10-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 644
Views: 109,965
Posted By doorman
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/...

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/apostles/IMG_1046.jpg
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-10-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,924
Posted By doorman
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/...

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/apostles/IMG_1060.jpg
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 03-10-2013, 09:05 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,329
Posted By doorman
I too am in Eau Claire. Free all weekend every...

I too am in Eau Claire. Free all weekend every weekend if you're up for a weekend trip or local ride. Got a few camping trips in the planning stages for this season that I wouldn't mind company on. ...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 03-10-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 700
Posted By doorman
Devils lake WI

Anyone ever been?

I plan on making a weekend trip of it this summer. Starting in Eau Claire, WI and staying Friday and possibly Saturday night at the sate park. Hiking, climbing, fishing, etc..
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-08-2013, 01:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 643
Posted By doorman
Looking forward to the report. I keep the...

Looking forward to the report.

I keep the food pretty simple on my trips. Nothing I have to keep cool. Typically canned soups, ramen, coffee, fruit, etc..

Have fun, and don't forget to...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-04-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,589
Posted By doorman
Current bike is a 2001 ninja 250 I ride it...

Current bike is a 2001 ninja 250

I ride it because I like to travel, and the further I can go per gallon of gas the better. Sure I could have bought something newer and bigger, but the little...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-04-2013, 02:50 PM
Replies: 6,462
Views: 1,240,509
Posted By doorman
^ I see what you did there

^

I see what you did there
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-28-2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,348
Posted By doorman
I am a first gen as well. My mom is a nurse, and...

I am a first gen as well. My mom is a nurse, and as such forbade me to buy a motorcycle while living at home. Dad didnt care either way. I bought one anyway and kept it at a friends house. Fast...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-17-2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,506
Posted By doorman
130lbs.......Ah to be twelve again. :rofl

130lbs.......Ah to be twelve again. :rofl
Forum: Americas 02-14-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,421
Posted By doorman
I know it was mentioned earlier, but if you have...

I know it was mentioned earlier, but if you have the time I highly recommend taking the ferry to Madeline Island. Really a beautiful place.

If you're interested I did a short report on it here:...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-13-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 9,407
Posted By doorman
My visits to the garage get more and more...

My visits to the garage get more and more frequent as winter drags on. At some point every winter ice fishing is no longer enough to keep me occupied, and I have to fire up the bike and ride it at...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 06-09-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 534
Views: 230,746
Posted By doorman
The last ore dock standing in Ashland Wi. ...

The last ore dock standing in Ashland Wi.

Then (not sure if this is the same one, but this is what they looked like)
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/oredock.jpg

Now...
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