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Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,153
Posted By mikem9
Based partly on the good advice here and partly...

Based partly on the good advice here and partly on the advice of some local riders, my buddy went and took a test ride on a new 1200 GS yesterday. He loved the bike and purchased it. We went for a...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2013, 05:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,153
Posted By mikem9
Thanks to many of you for your very detailed...

Thanks to many of you for your very detailed input. Much appreciated.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 09:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,153
Posted By mikem9
Yeah, really. Maybe I should have explained...

Yeah, really. Maybe I should have explained better. A buddy has decided that his next motorcycle is going to be a BMW. On a 3 day trip to the mountains, he rode a friends K1200GT. He absolutely...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-05-2013, 09:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,153
Posted By mikem9
R1200GS vs. K1200GT

Would you mind comparing these two bikes to each other for touring? Thanks.
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 04-08-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
I like that - A real "dirt" road (no gravel) with...

I like that - A real "dirt" road (no gravel) with hills.
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 04-08-2013, 07:13 PM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
I'm thinking they just didn't like Flux :D

I'm thinking they just didn't like Flux :D
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 04-08-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
Was probably me. I stopped there sometime...

Was probably me. I stopped there sometime between 1 and 1:30 with two buddies. EXC 400 and 2 450's.

PS - When we were there - there were also other riders that pulled up to eat:
KTM 990 Duke...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 04-07-2013, 04:37 PM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
Long time Jim - hope you are doing well.

Long time Jim - hope you are doing well.
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 04-06-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
It's an old county road outside of Blue Ridge. ...

It's an old county road outside of Blue Ridge. Had a ledge from some erosion. The rider went all throttle! :)
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 04-05-2013, 09:12 PM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
An old friend, I haven't seen in a long time,...

An old friend, I haven't seen in a long time, called last week to ask if I would show he and some of his buddies around Blue Ridge on dual sport bikes. They seemed to enjoy themselves! :)
...
Forum: Face plant 04-02-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,689
Posted By mikem9
Wow! Crazy crash on a big ole "dirt" bike! Good...

Wow! Crazy crash on a big ole "dirt" bike! Good to hear you are relatively ok.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-02-2013, 07:37 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,067
Posted By mikem9
Interesting sentiment that relates to this quote...

Interesting sentiment that relates to this quote from the article: "Despite the higher number of problems, Harley and BMW owners were among the most satisfied with their bikes. When we asked...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-02-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,829
Posted By mikem9
Keithert - I read some of your other posts when...

Keithert - I read some of your other posts when you were first asking questions about how to learn dirt riding after many years of riding street. Congratulations to you for jumping into something new...
Forum: Ride reports 03-28-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,048
Posted By mikem9
Good work. Look forward to continued reports.

Good work. Look forward to continued reports.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-27-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,021
Posted By mikem9
Now we are really getting into the intended...

Now we are really getting into the intended spirit of this thread! :D
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-26-2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 728
Posted By mikem9
I think I feel worse a few days after a great...

I think I feel worse a few days after a great trip as the reality that it's over hits! The only cure is to start thinking about the next adventure!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-26-2013, 04:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,021
Posted By mikem9
Ha! A like minded soul.

Ha! A like minded soul.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-26-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,021
Posted By mikem9
Have you ever shared your garage with teenagers?...

Have you ever shared your garage with teenagers? :D

When I'm getting hot under the collar and can't find tools and supplies, and threatening to make the garage off limits (again), my wife...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-25-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,021
Posted By mikem9
Ha! good one. True.

Ha! good one. True.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-24-2013, 07:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,021
Posted By mikem9
I have Perfected the Art of the Quick Oil Change

Moto-writer Peter Egan recently addressed this topic, and this is not meant to copy him, but to share my own experiences and to hopefully hear from others.

The art of the quick, and low mess, oil...
Forum: Face plant 03-04-2013, 08:32 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 73,064
Posted By mikem9
Wow! Thanks for sharing! Glad you are OK. OP -...

Wow! Thanks for sharing! Glad you are OK. OP - This must be you on the inside! :)

http://90sbabiesonly.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/gumby.jpg
Forum: Ride reports 03-03-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 750
Posted By mikem9
Thanks for sharing your pics. Beautiful!

Thanks for sharing your pics. Beautiful!
Forum: Ride reports 03-03-2013, 03:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,817
Posted By mikem9
Great pics and report!

Great pics and report!
Forum: Ride reports 03-03-2013, 03:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 816
Posted By mikem9
Cool pics! Beautiful place!

Cool pics! Beautiful place!
Forum: Ride reports 03-03-2013, 03:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 907
Posted By mikem9
Looks like a cool article. Is there an online...

Looks like a cool article. Is there an online version we can translate?
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-03-2013, 02:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,060
Posted By mikem9
In my google research, this is one of the most in...

In my google research, this is one of the most in depth articles I found. But, there is still a lot of speculation.
...
Forum: Europe 03-03-2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 355
Posted By mikem9
Real Food in Sardinia, Italy and Ikaria, Greece?

Thought I'd try to use the power of Adventure Rider to reach across the ocean try to get to the truth on something.

Some of you may have heard of a book called "Blue Zones" and it's author who has...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 03-02-2013, 01:50 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 1,581
Posted By mikem9
Herb - you asked about traveling here in June vs....

Herb - you asked about traveling here in June vs. July/August. June, especially the first half of it can be pretty nice in the South. Lower temps and lower humidity.

Average temps in Atlanta...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-02-2013, 01:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,060
Posted By mikem9
Latest Info on Kevin Ash Crash?

Any latest word on what happened in the Kevin Ash Crash? Can't find much definitive info with Google.

Sounds like he was a great guy and a great family man. Condolences to his family.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-01-2013, 09:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,160
Posted By mikem9
I've only surfed a few times at a beginner level....

I've only surfed a few times at a beginner level. Got the chance to hang out with a group of middle aged+ (like me) surfers who have surfed all their lives. Listening to them talking to each other...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-01-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 259
Posted By mikem9
Cam Impingement Issues of the Hip

Does anyone here have a Cam impingement issue in your hip or has anyone had the surgery for it? This is all new to me and I wanted to hear from others who are familiar with it.

My hip has been...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-27-2013, 08:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,160
Posted By mikem9
Soul Rider

I recently saw this from the surfing world and thought it had similarities with a dynamic in the motorcycling world that many here share. Thoughts?

"Soul Surfer is a term coined in the 1960s,...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 02-26-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
Cool report Guitarhack! I appreciate this quote...

Cool report Guitarhack! I appreciate this quote you made:

"It took me the better part of 20 years, but I had a "Well Duh" revelation; one-on-one time with your kids(and spouse) is about as good...
Forum: Day Trippin' 02-26-2013, 02:53 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 23,426
Posted By mikem9
Saw your report on DOGS. Looks great and amazing...

Saw your report on DOGS. Looks great and amazing photography. Want to come back and read it cover to cover when I have time. Thanks for taking the time to post it!
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 02-25-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 1,581
Posted By mikem9
Ha! Which state or area has the best barbecue has...

Ha! Which state or area has the best barbecue has been long debated by Southerners. It's part of the fun. BTW Augiedog's route plan is a good one. Here's a pretty good list of good barbecue in...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 02-25-2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 27,500
Views: 1,870,998
Posted By mikem9
Great looking bike Fireman!! I found this video...

Great looking bike Fireman!! I found this video of a bike like yours a while back. Are you going to ride it like this? (Skip to 8:50 minutes. The story is corny, but the riding is incredible.)
...
Forum: Ride reports 02-22-2013, 04:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,625
Posted By mikem9
I'll try to finish this report soon. Wanted to...

I'll try to finish this report soon. Wanted to leave myself some notes for my fading memory :)

Day 5 continued - Status on Zach/Keith's Birthday.

Day 6 - Tuesday - Singletrack, Flat Tire,...
Forum: Thumpers 02-05-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 8,748
Posted By mikem9
Speaking of lighter dual sport bikes, check this...

Speaking of lighter dual sport bikes, check this out:



Plus - this bike of his is interesting. 280lbs wet, XR650 street legal: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=813160
Forum: Thumpers 02-05-2013, 05:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 582
Posted By mikem9
Every once in a while we see one of these reports...

Every once in a while we see one of these reports with someone going on a long journey on one of these bikes. Seems like they have very few problems and typically they exceed the oil change interval...
Forum: Thumpers 02-04-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 582
Posted By mikem9
Opinions on these long distance KTM EXC's

Check out the mileage, oil change intervals and maintenance on these KTM Exc's. Wanted to start a discussion. What is your opinion regarding their bikes and how much mileage they were able to get...
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