Forum: Beasts
05-16-2013, 12:13 AM
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Views: 4,233
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Forum: Beasts
05-15-2013, 08:07 PM
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Replies: 100
Views: 4,233
I haven't read of any DL650s burning oil with...
I haven't read of any DL650s burning oil with only 20,000 to 30,000 miles. Maybe this occurs with daily riding through deep Australian bulldust and very infrequent air filter changes. :D Some higher...
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Forum: Beasts
05-14-2013, 11:08 AM
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Replies: 100
Views: 4,233
The DL650 wiring mod I referred to is the...
The DL650 wiring mod I referred to is the addition of a relay to prevent possible failure of the headlight wiring. Eastern Beaver has a fairly inexpensive relay kit for this but I haven't yet...
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Forum: Beasts
05-11-2013, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 100
Views: 4,233
In case anyone hasn't already read enough Beast...
In case anyone hasn't already read enough Beast comparison threads (including "Used Honda Ruckus vs Used BMW S1000RR" :D), to my knowledge the DL 650 never had the dreaded clutch chudder, rear wheel...
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Forum: Beasts
05-11-2013, 01:45 AM
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Replies: 100
Views: 4,233
My 2012 DL650 has the shortcomings that most...
My 2012 DL650 has the shortcomings that most owners recognize, primarily a mediocre suspension and low ground clearance compared to the current selection of more offroad worthy bikes. That is one...
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Forum: Beasts
05-10-2013, 01:56 AM
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Replies: 100
Views: 4,233
For a little aditional information, stock...
For a little aditional information, stock sprockets on the Wee give about 65mph (actual speed) at 5,000 RPMs in 6th gear, depending on tires. 75 mph (actual) requires approximately 6,000 R's.
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Forum: Beasts
05-10-2013, 01:22 AM
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Replies: 100
Views: 4,233
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Forum: Beasts
05-09-2013, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 765
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Forum: Beasts
05-09-2013, 09:03 AM
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Replies: 100
Views: 4,233
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Forum: Asia
05-03-2013, 12:29 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Hondav2,
No, I don't think I've met CJ,...
Hondav2,
No, I don't think I've met CJ, unless he is someone I met briefly at Dawson City for D2D a couple of years ago.
Fukengruver??? Is that a German swear word that you're calling me??? ...
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Forum: Asia
05-03-2013, 12:11 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Herc,
You're were quick to notice my post...
Herc,
You're were quick to notice my post today! I was having problems posting and I nuked it so I could write again later but you're like the ADV eagle of the Philippines! :lol3
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Forum: Equipment
04-28-2013, 04:59 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 780
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Forum: Equipment
04-28-2013, 04:44 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 780
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Forum: Face plant
04-26-2013, 05:22 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 4,398
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Forum: Face plant
04-25-2013, 11:10 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 4,398
TLWood99,
Heal well and fast! You're...
TLWood99,
Heal well and fast! You're right, though...you will have some time to think things over. I'm 54 and have never broken any bones but have a strong aversion toward doing so.
The...
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Forum: Face plant
04-22-2013, 09:31 PM
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Replies: 99
Views: 8,701
TravellingStrom,
Thanks for posting your...
TravellingStrom,
Thanks for posting your videos and for going out on a limb to take criticism (and advice) from other inmates.
I've only had the pleasure of riding in the US and during...
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Forum: Asia
04-12-2013, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
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Forum: Ride reports
02-16-2013, 11:24 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,196
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Forum: Equipment
02-15-2013, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 72
Views: 4,255
I have the Nolan N-90 helmet and have worn it...
I have the Nolan N-90 helmet and have worn it extensively in hot and humid conditions, as well as in cool weather. The fit and finish and comfort are nice (for me) and I have grown to prefer the...
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Forum: Beasts
02-01-2013, 08:09 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,121
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Forum: Beasts
12-27-2012, 05:55 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 618
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Forum: Asia
11-19-2012, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Your Vee is looking good in a dirty-girl way,...
Your Vee is looking good in a dirty-girl way, Herc! Ridden hard and put away wet (and muddy) ! :lol3
I'm looking forward to seeing you by this weekend, in Manila. For this trip, I'm making...
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Forum: Equipment
11-16-2012, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 408
I can't advise you specifically regarding sizes...
I can't advise you specifically regarding sizes in your range but I have a pair of Alpinestar Scouts in 44.5 that fit like an average size 10. My Sidi Adventure Rains in 44 have a slightler snugger...
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Forum: Asia
09-19-2012, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
SR1,
There is a lot of great riding to be...
SR1,
There is a lot of great riding to be found on Luzon, with rental bikes available at Angeles City, less than 2 hours riding/driving distance north from Manila. If you go to page 65 of this...
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Forum: Asia
06-10-2012, 10:57 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Wow, Carloscyclecare, you have shared an...
Wow, Carloscyclecare, you have shared an impressive ride with your first post to ADVRider! :thumb Where did your ride start from? It's definitely in the Adventure Rider spirit to ride solo but...
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Forum: Asia
05-16-2012, 06:36 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
"I am sorry for not being around when greatly...
"I am sorry for not being around when greatly needed. Been busy here and there. In fact during rackemcrackem's last visit in March, we only had stolen times where we saw each other for some brown...
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Forum: Asia
05-01-2012, 11:52 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
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Forum: Asia
05-01-2012, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Yes, navigating Manila on a bike requires...
Yes, navigating Manila on a bike requires 'special' talents and it's definitely not advisable for first-time Philippines riders. I've ridden across Manila a bunch of times now, but didn't feel...
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Forum: Asia
04-30-2012, 11:45 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
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Forum: Asia
04-30-2012, 11:39 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Good choice to ride northern Luzon!
If...
Good choice to ride northern Luzon!
If you do a search, you will find good 'tourist' documentation by inmates Jopos and ISAW, among others. Of course Herc and other Philippines residents have...
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Forum: Asia
04-22-2012, 12:53 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
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Forum: Asia
04-21-2012, 06:32 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Dunesnstars,
Several of the contributors to...
Dunesnstars,
Several of the contributors to this thread fit the category of ADV "guru" much better than I do but having vacationed and been on a few rides in the Philippines, I can offer a little...
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Forum: Alaska
04-12-2012, 01:47 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,868
HayDuchess,
If lashed securely to your DR,...
HayDuchess,
If lashed securely to your DR, those skis might make excellent tip-over bars. Many grannies might find it easier to pick up a bike that is only tipped over 20 or 30 degrees from...
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Forum: Equipment
04-09-2012, 01:15 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,548
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Forum: Equipment
04-08-2012, 07:53 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,548
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Forum: Asia
03-16-2012, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,745
aterry1067,
If you decide to re-route to...
aterry1067,
If you decide to re-route to the Philippines, bikes are available at one location on Luzon. Nice-bike.com in Angeles City, has a Honda Dominator (NX 650), 2 or 3 Transalps, several...
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Forum: Asia
02-13-2012, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Hi Hondav2,
Thanks for asking. It's...
Hi Hondav2,
Thanks for asking. It's possible that some beautiful filipina will hold me captive on Luzon for this entire trip. :lol3
Unfortunately, this vacation is only a short tease for about...
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Forum: Asia
02-11-2012, 05:22 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Congrats to all the 2012 Ironman finishers! ...
Congrats to all the 2012 Ironman finishers! Thanks, again, Herc for finding time to post all the great pics and providing us "armchair" Ironman riders with a view of the events.
That certainly...
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Forum: Asia
01-12-2012, 01:02 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
Hi Paollo,
Thanks for posting pics from...
Hi Paollo,
Thanks for posting pics from Mindanao. The scenery there looks very nice...it's too bad that most people only hear the sad stories from that part of the Philippines.
Can you share...
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Forum: Asia
01-12-2012, 12:48 AM
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Replies: 1,188
Views: 144,575
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