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Forum: Orange Crush 02-10-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 793
Posted By mjlang
You can't buy an 1190 in the US so why the...

You can't buy an 1190 in the US so why the question? If you could make the choice right now, consider what you want to use the machine to do and make your choice. If you're looking for GS-esk riding,...
Forum: Ride reports 01-01-2013, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 918
Posted By mjlang
When we got to Catavinia I ran in to Morgan...

When we got to Catavinia I ran in to Morgan Langley who produces COPS. They had a Class 1 and Trophy Truck entered in the 1000. My name is also Morgan Langley, so it made for some fun conversation....
Forum: Ride reports 01-01-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 918
Posted By mjlang
Day 3 - San Quintin to Catavinia We stayed...

Day 3 - San Quintin to Catavinia

We stayed at a place called El Jardines (pronounced "el hardines"). In the past we've stayed out at The Old Mill but have found El Jardines to be a nicer hotel...
Forum: Ride reports 01-01-2013, 10:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 918
Posted By mjlang
You're a better man and I... I was ready to get...

You're a better man and I... I was ready to get off the bike after this ride.
Forum: Ride reports 12-31-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 918
Posted By mjlang
I didn't have a lot of luggage space so I only...

I didn't have a lot of luggage space so I only took a riding jacket and very vented riding pants. I was really cold and wet the first day. I usually depend on warming up after riding off road for...
Forum: Ride reports 12-31-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 918
Posted By mjlang
Saturday (Day 2) - RSV to San Quintin It...

Saturday (Day 2) - RSV to San Quintin

It RAINED all night and in the morning, was still raining. Note to self, pay more attention to the weather report... Our ride was only gonna be about 220...
Forum: Ride reports 12-31-2012, 05:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 918
Posted By mjlang
Not Your Average TJ to Cabo Ride Report

This ride took place the week before Thanksgiving but with the holidays, it took me some time to collect all the pics. We ended up with 5 riders... Myself (San Diego), Andres (from TJ) and I were...
Forum: Orange Crush 12-27-2012, 12:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,889
Posted By mjlang
Cheeseburger had a pair of Enduristan luggage on...

Cheeseburger had a pair of Enduristan luggage on his SE on our last trip from TJ to Cabo in November. They were sold as "Baja Tested" by Black Dog and I'm not sure what street ride they did in Baja;...
Forum: Orange Crush 09-30-2012, 10:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,783
Posted By mjlang
I ran a set of T63s on a 1100 on/off road ride in...

I ran a set of T63s on a 1100 on/off road ride in Mexico last year. I snowed on us in the mountains for the first 200 miles, so wet and a little slimy; they worked better than I anticipated. ...
Forum: Orange Crush 09-30-2012, 10:29 AM
Replies: 16,655
Views: 6,251,110
Posted By mjlang
I've flown military helicopters off of ships that...

I've flown military helicopters off of ships that had less navigation systems on them... Is there a spare battery in there also?
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 09-16-2012, 10:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,345
Posted By mjlang
Set a date/time and location, I'll come down. I...

Set a date/time and location, I'll come down. I live in Escondido... Other cities have a bi-weekly or monthly ADV get together. SD should also.

Morgan
Forum: Orange Crush 03-17-2012, 06:37 PM
Replies: 1,179
Views: 212,896
Posted By mjlang
Snowing in Mexico

http://youtu.be/1RepHmJgP1c
Forum: Orange Crush 02-09-2012, 09:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,905
Posted By mjlang
Just an update... I finally got to ride my 950...

Just an update... I finally got to ride my 950 the other day (its 80 degrees in SD this week) and I noticed a couple of things; 1) it looks pimp 2) the carbon fiber does not transfer heat towards...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-02-2012, 11:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,905
Posted By mjlang
If you don't enough gadgets on your machine; this...

If you don't enough gadgets on your machine; this fits well and installs in less than 5 mins. That 3 oz. savings is really noticeable in the corners.. :rofl
Forum: Orange Crush 01-27-2012, 07:35 AM
Replies: 16,655
Views: 6,251,110
Posted By mjlang
Just a tech a technicality... We don't need the...

Just a tech a technicality... We don't need the absolute truth to bust your balls. I have the video!
Forum: Orange Crush 01-06-2012, 08:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,592
Posted By mjlang
Reach out to Powercell, he has a set of SXF forks...

Reach out to Powercell, he has a set of SXF forks in his SE. He had to limit the travel and some other trickery.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 12-30-2011, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 429
Posted By mjlang
Its all possible on an Adventure Bike but depends...

Its all possible on an Adventure Bike but depends on how good you are on it. If you head out 78 and turn south on S2, there is a small parking area 3-5 miles up on the left. You can access a bunch...
Forum: Racing 12-29-2011, 07:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
Posted By mjlang
Bucket List Ride - Erzberg Rodeo

Its the first of the year and in June is the Erzberg Rodeo. I was on an alternate list but got a rider number (240) in December (Merry Christmas). I'm going with some friends from Bergamo Italy. ...
Forum: Orange Crush 12-28-2011, 08:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,317
Posted By mjlang
Ken is using my '06 950 ADV S as a guinea pig for...

Ken is using my '06 950 ADV S as a guinea pig for the Adventure version. His comment when he grabbed my bike was that the routing is different. He IM'd me today and said they are making progress. ...
Forum: Ride reports 11-10-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
Day 2 Continued.... Dave has some helmet cam...

Day 2 Continued....

Dave has some helmet cam video of the twotrack and singletrack we did.... AWESOME

http://youtu.be/Hpqh_iWfbmU

http://youtu.be/_s9ysYV7r0A

http://youtu.be/K35q9VNq2QA
Forum: Ride reports 11-09-2011, 03:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
There's a hotel on the west side of the road that...

There's a hotel on the west side of the road that used to be a La Pinta. Its clean, the food is good and has internet in the lobby. We paid 89.00 a night.
Forum: Ride reports 11-08-2011, 09:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
Day 2: Let's Riiiiiide!!!! We decided on a...

Day 2: Let's Riiiiiide!!!!

We decided on a warm up loop, 121 miles total. We rode about 20 miles north on highway 1 and turned west. We picked up a fast two-track that narrowed to a fun fast...
Forum: Ride reports 11-08-2011, 08:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
I wasn't able to upload anything during the trip....

I wasn't able to upload anything during the trip. The internet wasn't working so, here's the after action report...

Day 1:
We made this a casual travel day and headed out of San Diego to...
Forum: Ride reports 10-31-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
Laugh I uploaded the general routes we are going to...

I uploaded the general routes we are going to ride. Some are optional and we'll see how froggy we're feelin and make a decision. These are routes compiled from last year's trip and this one...
Forum: Ride reports 10-29-2011, 11:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
Here I sit on Saturday night before the trip. ...

Here I sit on Saturday night before the trip. Motorcycle prep is on-going. Let's face it, the bike has be 100% reliable for the trip. I changed the oil, new rubber, serviced the forks, HID lights...
Forum: Ride reports 10-26-2011, 03:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
I wouldn't get too carried away with dragging...

I wouldn't get too carried away with dragging along back-bacon and your winter clothes. Its only about 70 miles or so unless you miss the right turn and go 20 miles each way off track; its a day...
Forum: Ride reports 10-26-2011, 03:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
Laugh all you want monkey boy, you'll do...

Laugh all you want monkey boy, you'll do something stupid soon and I'll be there to witness it...
Forum: Ride reports 10-25-2011, 08:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,463
Posted By mjlang
Baja for 6 GLORIOUS Days

I decided to start this thread for an upcoming trip to Mexico with 7 friends the first week in November. So more write ups and pics to come.

We are driving from San Diego down to Catavinia and...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-04-2011, 12:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,339
Posted By mjlang
Here's one on ebay that looks good and is almost...

Here's one on ebay that looks good and is almost 100 bucks cheaper;...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-27-2011, 08:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,209
Posted By mjlang
I love to see all the mods and goodies folk hang...

I love to see all the mods and goodies folk hang on their bikes... We all spend amazing amounts of money on these things. Here's my list:
Suspension - .54kg springs (110 USD)
- ...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-22-2011, 03:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,529
Posted By mjlang
This one is from Sears, 99 bucks and lifts 1500...

This one is from Sears, 99 bucks and lifts 1500 lbs. That will almost lift a Harley. http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00950190000P?prdNo=2&blockNo=2&blockType=G2
Forum: Orange Crush 04-09-2011, 07:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,526
Posted By mjlang
I ran a set of them on a trip last spring. The...

I ran a set of them on a trip last spring. The tires were good off road. The rear started to tear at the base of the knobs at about 800 miles. They worked well on the street but the rear obviously...
Forum: Thumpers 04-07-2011, 05:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 991
Posted By mjlang
I had a 650R and liked it but did end up at the...

I had a 650R and liked it but did end up at the chiropractor with a bad right hip for some reason.
Forum: Thumpers 04-07-2011, 05:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 991
Posted By mjlang
I'll take a stab at this... and try not to bag on...

I'll take a stab at this... and try not to bag on Husky, just tell you what I've seen.

I've had a number of KTMs, Husabergs, and Japanese machines. I've raced them in US and Mexico and always...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-31-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,511
Posted By mjlang
I tried a set of Michelin T63 and liked the off...

I tried a set of Michelin T63 and liked the off road performance however; the knobs on the rear tire started to rip at the base after about 800 miles.

I put on a set of TKCs to go to the KTM...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-10-2011, 12:54 PM
Replies: 16,655
Views: 6,251,110
Posted By mjlang
Its the same people who make the crop circles. ...

Its the same people who make the crop circles. It gives them something to do in the winter.
Forum: Orange Crush 02-01-2011, 01:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,573
Posted By mjlang
There is a KLR forum if you're looking for some...

There is a KLR forum if you're looking for some luv...

KTM 950 Adventure S

Backups... BMW R1200RT & KTM 450 EXC
...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-27-2011, 04:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,125
Posted By mjlang
Its been said that baby powder in the tire will...

Its been said that baby powder in the tire will reduce the friction and possibly eliminate pinch flats. It does make the getting the tube in and positioned in the tire a little easier to do. I'm...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-26-2011, 06:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,249
Posted By mjlang
I've got the Pirelli ...

I've got the Pirelli Scorpion Trail Dual Sport Front Tire and a standard Scorpion A/T rear and am really happy with the combo.
Forum: Orange Crush 01-26-2011, 09:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,125
Posted By mjlang
Cartridges are not a great option. You can buy a...

Cartridges are not a great option. You can buy a small electric air pump and store it under the seat (http://www.motopumps.com/). I have a power outlet on the dash of my 950 to run it. I don't...
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