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Forum: Thumpers 04-20-2013, 08:34 AM
Replies: 3,489
Views: 707,695
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Is it an 87? Symptoms you're describing are...

Is it an 87?

Symptoms you're describing are failed CDI symptoms...everyone defaults to the carb when indeed its a no spark condition that can be somewhat intermittent.
Forum: Beasts 04-19-2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 7,796
Views: 3,016,011
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Rainier tank bag? How does it do with the...

Rainier tank bag?

How does it do with the handlebar controls from stop to stop?
Forum: Thumpers 04-19-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 3,489
Views: 707,695
Posted By Vincenthdfan
OK, I just scanned through all 200 some odd pages...

OK, I just scanned through all 200 some odd pages of this TW thread with excitement...mostly scanning the pictures of everyone's TDubs.

One alarming comment I picked up partway through was stay...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-24-2013, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3,151
Views: 262,521
Posted By Vincenthdfan
I was unaware they'd let you ride out on Lewis...

I was unaware they'd let you ride out on Lewis anywhere?

Im retired military and would love riding my dual sport out there if you could pass on more info, or where to find out myself.

Look...
Forum: Old's Cool 03-10-2013, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2,046
Views: 980,262
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Gorgeous rider...I love what you've done with it....

Gorgeous rider...I love what you've done with it.

Looks like a lotta fun! :clap
Forum: The Garage 03-10-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 411
Posted By Vincenthdfan
I bought a cig lighter from cycle gear too, but I...

I bought a cig lighter from cycle gear too, but I also went and bought an in-line fuse from the local auto parts store and spliced it in-line with the positive side before hooking it to the battery....
Forum: Beasts 02-21-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,337
Posted By Vincenthdfan
You're very welcome...I know I looked all over...

You're very welcome...I know I looked all over for feedback first before my initial purchase and ended up wishing Id sprung the extra money for the aluminum in the first place.

Perhaps I can save...
Forum: Beasts 02-20-2013, 09:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,337
Posted By Vincenthdfan
I bought the Enduro Gaurdian Steel plate first,...

I bought the Enduro Gaurdian Steel plate first, but just couldnt bring myself to bolt something that heavy onto my motorcycle.

So...I sent it back in exchange for the EG aluminum plate. This was...
Forum: The Garage 02-20-2013, 08:58 PM
Replies: 5,448
Views: 2,193,986
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Nice Terminator...I have an 03 Black on black...

Nice Terminator...I have an 03 Black on black convertible Terminator myself. :clap
Forum: Road warriors 02-17-2013, 11:32 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,275
Posted By Vincenthdfan
DL1000 Vee for me too...the dang thing is getting...

DL1000 Vee for me too...the dang thing is getting ridden more and more this winter. I cant seem to get enough of just puttin around on this scoot...its just a fun, torquey bike to ride. :clap
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 02-14-2013, 10:09 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,772
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Mt Adams, Washington Takalakh Lake

Mt Adams, Washington

Takalakh Lake
Forum: Equipment 02-10-2013, 07:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,146
Posted By Vincenthdfan
The 150 has a continuous center rib to ride on,...

The 150 has a continuous center rib to ride on, thus reducing on highway wear...the others Heids do not.
Forum: Beasts 02-03-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 233
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Power Commander settings for 04 DL1000 with Two Bros exhaust?

Hello all.

I bought this 2004 DL1000 with Two Brothers exhaust on it, a K & N filter, and a Power Commander Dyno Tune III on it already.

The bike came with a dyno run sheet from when it was...
Forum: Beasts 01-27-2013, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2,257
Views: 438,317
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Welcome to the big Vee world. See the...

Welcome to the big Vee world.

See the thread on wind buffeting on the vstrom website, or just cut to the chase....buy a better windshield and Madstat bracket and be done with it, easy fix.
...
Forum: Beasts 01-05-2013, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,662
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Beware of one thing with the DL1000. There...

Beware of one thing with the DL1000.

There is a HUGE aftermarket for the bike, lol.

I bought my 04 from its original owner, he never once rode it in the rain...the bike looked literally brand...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 01-01-2013, 05:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 836
Posted By Vincenthdfan
I went out for a couple of hours today. Couldnt...

I went out for a couple of hours today. Couldnt resist with the unusual sunshine and all.

Even though it was only 37 degrees out I rode all over the backroads of Lacey and Olympia on my Road...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 12-30-2012, 10:55 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,832
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Garmin 500 & 550 are waterproof units that many...

Garmin 500 & 550 are waterproof units that many outdoorsy folks use in wet weather.

They look like an auto style GPS but being waterproof can be used out in the elements...have one strapped to my...
Forum: Road warriors 12-30-2012, 10:47 AM
Replies: 519
Views: 72,728
Posted By Vincenthdfan
CB700SC Honda Nighthawk S Yeah, it looked...

CB700SC Honda Nighthawk S

Yeah, it looked awesome sitting still...fast looking.

Looked great on paper too as far as engineering went.

God that bike was boring to ride....wind buffeting,...
Forum: Road warriors 12-30-2012, 10:45 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 15,774
Posted By Vincenthdfan
CB700SC Honda Nighthawk S Yeah, it looked...

CB700SC Honda Nighthawk S

Yeah, it looked awesome sitting still...fast looking.

Looked great on paper too as far as engineering went.

God that bike was boring to ride....wind buffeting,...
Forum: The Garage 12-30-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 452
Views: 41,653
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Blasphemy! Please dont lean stuff against a...

Blasphemy! Please dont lean stuff against a living/breathing motorcycle like that.

They have feelings too ya know?
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 12-24-2012, 09:58 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 34,004
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Touche, lol. :rofl

Touche, lol. :rofl
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 12-24-2012, 09:54 PM
Replies: 6,836
Views: 1,705,660
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Beautiful....I do love the old Yammies. :clap ...

Beautiful....I do love the old Yammies. :clap

Trade for a street legal 1987 XL600R in excellent condition, 8000 miles?
Forum: Old's Cool 12-24-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 25,485
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Yes, Im very cautious about the bikes care and...

Yes, Im very cautious about the bikes care and feeding from this point fwd.

I can appreciate that its only original once and aim to keep it that way. :clap
Forum: Beasts 12-24-2012, 09:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 993
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Yep...what you said, with the exception of the...

Yep...what you said, with the exception of the rocket science part anyway.

I'm an aircraft mechanic by trade so I can be too much of a perfectionist at times (read: overthinking some...
Forum: Beasts 12-24-2012, 09:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 993
Posted By Vincenthdfan
I certainly did....I used the duct tape idea. ...

I certainly did....I used the duct tape idea. Had my significant other sit on the back seat to check leg & ankle clearance then came up with an excellent orientation for the mounts & bags.

It...
Forum: Old's Cool 12-23-2012, 11:52 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 25,485
Posted By Vincenthdfan
I have one just like the CB160 in the middle...

I have one just like the CB160 in the middle there.

Bought it from the original owner at his garage sale next to my house!

1967, all original, even the non-weather checked tires.

Had the...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 12-23-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 34,004
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Looks like I need to take this baby off your...

Looks like I need to take this baby off your hands for you...according to the sign anyway! :D :huh
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 12-23-2012, 09:58 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,099
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Bump...any more info/thoughts on this yet?

Bump...any more info/thoughts on this yet?
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 12-20-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 3,151
Views: 262,521
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Good call... :clap

Good call... :clap
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 12-16-2012, 10:06 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,605
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Yes, it was worth it. My gal and I have...

Yes, it was worth it.

My gal and I have attended it several years in a row, but skipped it last year cause the quality was going downhill fast with the economy the way it was headed.

This...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 12-13-2012, 05:17 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,605
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Signed up for reserved seating at the indoor...

Signed up for reserved seating at the indoor motorcycle ice races at the ShoWare Center for Friday night.

Reserved a motel a mile away in Kent.

Then Saturday morning we're going to make a...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 12-10-2012, 08:28 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,605
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Excellent news indeed!! Things are lookin up......

Excellent news indeed!! Things are lookin up... :clap:clap:clap
Forum: Beasts 12-04-2012, 10:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 993
Posted By Vincenthdfan
I already have all the seperate pieces purchased...

I already have all the seperate pieces purchased from Twisted Throttle...just prepping to start drilling. :wink:
Forum: Old's Cool 12-04-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 2,046
Views: 980,262
Posted By Vincenthdfan
What is it that we that participate in roundy...

What is it that we that participate in roundy round racing always say??

Rubbings Racing! :eek1 :lol3
Forum: Beasts 12-04-2012, 05:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 993
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Template for mounting Pelican Cases with Twisted Throttle Mounts & Givi Racks Vee?

Are there any kind of pics or patterns out there of a preferred mounting position for Pelican Cases with Twisted Throttle Mounts and Givi Racks?

They come undrilled and I would really like to...
Forum: Beasts 12-04-2012, 04:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 247
Posted By Vincenthdfan
CalSci Windshield with Adventure Tech GPS Mount?

I know this may be reaching, but what the hell...

As many of you know, the CalSci windshield for the VStrom has a nifty little anti-buffeting triangle cut in the bottom center of the shield,...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 11-29-2012, 09:16 PM
Replies: 790
Views: 245,673
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Thats a Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star. I used...

Thats a Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star.

I used to work on them when I was stationed in Alaska during the mid 80's.

In fact, I even got to fly one from the back seat once when I had to do some...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 11-27-2012, 10:19 PM
Replies: 365
Views: 169,028
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Big part of flat track history right there, one I...

Big part of flat track history right there, one I can truly appreciate...and I'm a Harley XR fan! :eek1
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 11-27-2012, 10:15 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 65,867
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Love it...especially the awning off the side. ...

Love it...especially the awning off the side. You can never have enough shelter from the elements.

Very nice, inside and out! :clap
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 11-26-2012, 09:16 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,605
Posted By Vincenthdfan
Yep, missed it last year, but me and my gal are...

Yep, missed it last year, but me and my gal are attending this year.

Its a great way to break up the cabin fever until the snow gets deep enough in the hills to go snowmobiling! :clap
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