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Forum: GS Boxers 04-12-2013, 05:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 977
Posted By KimR
Friends of mine are doing a comparo for the...

Friends of mine are doing a comparo for the British Motorcycle Consumer News as we type. I'll try to get a copy of the article. They're also running the Aprilia, Triumph and KTM adventure bikes.
Forum: Equipment 04-12-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,673
Posted By KimR
I've had the ADVdesigns style of pump for 4 or 5...

I've had the ADVdesigns style of pump for 4 or 5 years. I actually bought it from some guy who was making them. He was selling them over on the StromTrooper forum, I believe. Works great and is a...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-04-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 716
Posted By KimR
I got mine with the low seat. My 29" inseam...

I got mine with the low seat. My 29" inseam dictated that. And like someothers, I mount her with the kickstand down. I actually don't find her any more difficult now than I did my V-Strom 650.
Forum: GS Boxers 12-15-2012, 10:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,041
Posted By KimR
Actually, they sell studs here in the States,...

Actually, they sell studs here in the States, too. I've ridden a Yamaha 450 motcrosser on studded tires on frozen lakes. And frankly, the traction is better than on pavement. Years ago, I had...
Forum: Ride reports 10-22-2011, 10:32 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 15,374
Posted By KimR
Good luck, Nathan! I don't much care for Delhi,...

Good luck, Nathan! I don't much care for Delhi, but each to his own. However, the little towns as you head north are fascinating!:D
Forum: Ride reports 10-19-2011, 05:53 PM
Replies: 360
Views: 75,646
Posted By KimR
+1 Been through this too many tims in the past...

+1 Been through this too many tims in the past few years.
Forum: Ride reports 10-19-2011, 04:15 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 15,374
Posted By KimR
Nate, I've ridden India twice, but you are the...

Nate, I've ridden India twice, but you are the man when it comes to spontaneoud adventure. So I will offer no advice. I did ride Enfields both times, but thought the modern bikes were a better...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 07-23-2011, 07:46 AM
Replies: 890
Views: 78,668
Posted By KimR
Got the files. Thanks!:clap

Got the files. Thanks!:clap
Forum: Ride reports 04-26-2011, 05:24 PM
Replies: 401
Views: 76,689
Posted By KimR
Try these guys: www.endurohimalaya.com...

Try these guys: www.endurohimalaya.com (http://www.endurohimalaya.com) Yes, it's an organized tour, but they get past the problems described in that ride report. And India is so amaqzing, you...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 04-07-2011, 01:34 PM
Replies: 59,712
Views: 4,461,459
Posted By KimR
Hey, now! My feet aren't girly or Italian! :huh...

Hey, now! My feet aren't girly or Italian! :huh They are narrow, though.

"And the Rain version has had mixed reviews on their waterproofness."

Must have been a defect. I rode them for 5...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 03-25-2011, 11:28 AM
Replies: 59,712
Views: 4,461,459
Posted By KimR
The Eastern Beaver kits are really well done. ...

The Eastern Beaver kits are really well done. I've added heated grips, a fuse block, a hardwired Zumo mount and three outlets to my Vee with his wiring kits. And if you use the Posi-Lok connectors,...
Forum: Ride reports 01-31-2011, 10:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,406
Posted By KimR
I did a very similar trip in 2008 (sans...

I did a very similar trip in 2008 (sans marathon). I'd just been thinking how much I'd like to go back.:D
Forum: Day Trippin' 12-20-2010, 12:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,743
Posted By KimR
Just came back from 2 weeks there on an XR250...

Just came back from 2 weeks there on an XR250 myself. Pics are up at:

http://picasaweb.google.com/KimARieck/CamboEnduro2010# :D
Forum: Racing 12-19-2010, 01:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By KimR
Thanks, guys! I've e-mailed Tim and hopefully...

Thanks, guys! I've e-mailed Tim and hopefully we'll be able to put something together. I was encouraged to see a link between Tim and Jonah Street. I've supported Jonah for a couple of years. The...
Forum: Racing 12-18-2010, 01:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By KimR
Everybody's a noob once. I defer to Leng on the...

Everybody's a noob once. I defer to Leng on the class, but I'm guessing Sportsman Under (as I understand the classes). Thanks for the advice on
BajaBound Moto.
Forum: Racing 12-17-2010, 06:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,817
Posted By KimR
2011 Baja 1000

Need a little help here. My friend, Leng, is the Cambodian MX national champion and a fantastic rider. He wants to run Baja, but has no idea how to get started. I have no doubt he can ride it...
Forum: Ride reports 10-11-2010, 05:21 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 24,658
Posted By KimR
Good to know... That said, I'm not clear on the...

Good to know... That said, I'm not clear on the electronic suspension. Were you able to actually lower the bike?
Forum: Vendors 09-12-2010, 01:13 PM
Replies: 309
Views: 84,279
Posted By KimR
I love the black one but it is hot, so git on it,...

I love the black one but it is hot, so git on it, Duke!:evil
Forum: Ride reports 09-12-2010, 08:35 AM
Replies: 283
Views: 47,621
Posted By KimR
:lurk Subscribed!

:lurk Subscribed!
Forum: Americas 05-06-2010, 08:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 601
Posted By KimR
I'm in Columbus. Southeast Ohio has a lot of...

I'm in Columbus. Southeast Ohio has a lot of great roads with plenty of twisties. I would consider riding down through southeast Ohio, West Virginia and Virginia into northern North Carolina. ...
Forum: Equipment 04-18-2010, 01:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 735
Posted By KimR
+1. Easy to work with. Same price and time to...

+1. Easy to work with. Same price and time to ship as "stock" cables.
Forum: Americas 04-17-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 406
Posted By KimR
Two lane unless there's something intersting to...

Two lane unless there's something intersting to see along the interstate. Thanks.
Forum: Americas 04-16-2010, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 406
Posted By KimR
Vegas to Cleveland--Suggest a Route

I've have 5 (well, 4-1/2) days to get from Vegas to Cleveland at the end of May. Anyone want to suggest a route?
Forum: The Garage 04-09-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,513
Posted By KimR
It looks to me as if the PA code is pretty...

It looks to me as if the PA code is pretty similar to other states and I think the customer may have a pretty good argument, based on this code section:

"(3) Charging a customer for repairs...
Forum: Equipment 04-09-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 19,021
Posted By KimR
I like the Acerbic Koerta suit. I had a...

I like the Acerbic Koerta suit. I had a SixSixOne, but the Koerta spine pad seemed a lot more protective and I liked the way the front just zipped up like a jacket. I have come off a few times...
Forum: Equipment 04-09-2010, 10:23 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,134
Posted By KimR
I use Sokz Arrow Silver in tall . They work fine...

I use Sokz Arrow Silver in tall . They work fine with my Sidi Discovery Rains--which are about the same height as the Adventures. with Gore-tex boots, you can expect them to be pretty stinky at the...
Forum: Equipment 04-09-2010, 09:58 AM
Replies: 283
Views: 57,302
Posted By KimR
Can you post which model of SIDI you wear. 1....

Can you post which model of SIDI you wear. 1. Canyon Gore-Tex
2. Discovery Rain

Where you bought them from? 1. New Enough 2. Bike Bandit

Price paid? 1. $250 2. $300

What type of use? 1....
Forum: Equipment 04-04-2010, 04:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 500
Posted By KimR
Problem Paring Zumo and Blackberry

I have not been able to pair my Zumo 550 and my Blackberry 8830. Initially, the Zumo could see the Blackberry but could not pair. Now neither device can see the other. Zumo has no problem pairing...
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2010, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 379
Posted By KimR
J&M Headset Install

I've purchased a J&M Bluetooth headset for my Nolan flipface helmet (old-style--pre-N-Com). Instructions say to cut out a section of the polystyrene shell slightly smaller than the circumference of...
Forum: Trip Planning 03-25-2010, 05:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,526
Posted By KimR
Thanks. I think that's really the question. I...

Thanks. I think that's really the question. I recognize that Aerostich subs out the actual tour. I was looking at their Patagonian trip. Is that the tour you did?
Forum: Asia 03-15-2010, 10:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,563
Posted By KimR
:yikes You have just redefined "saddlesore"! I am...

:yikes You have just redefined "saddlesore"! I am not worthy...
Forum: Asia 03-15-2010, 10:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 825
Posted By KimR
So post a ride report. Finney and Dent harassed...

So post a ride report. Finney and Dent harassed me for not going, but I tore a hamstring on EnduroHimalaya in September and was in no shape to go:cry . Maybe December this year.
Forum: Australia 03-15-2010, 09:58 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,815
Posted By KimR
I've always thought Charlie would be a hoot...

I've always thought Charlie would be a hoot :freaky and training time with Simon Pavey (Peavey?) would be terrific :clap . But it's a boatload of money :huh and being subjected daily to a standup...
Forum: Trip Planning 03-15-2010, 05:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,526
Posted By KimR
Good, thanks. Still in physical therapy, but I'm...

Good, thanks. Still in physical therapy, but I'm doing leg presses and curls with it. No pain, just a little weak and still not full range of motion. Good enough to commute on the bike,...
Forum: Trip Planning 03-15-2010, 05:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,526
Posted By KimR
AeroStich Tours

Anyone had any experience with AeroStich Tours? (Yes, I know I can do it cheaper, better, etc., on my own. Let's not start that thread.:evil )
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-23-2010, 04:14 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 37,679
Posted By KimR
Twice on the street. 35 years ago, an elderly...

Twice on the street. 35 years ago, an elderly couple pulled out in front of me. Didn't see the lime green bike with the headlight on. :huh I laid it down. Road rash and a gimpy ankle. Last year,...
Forum: Ride reports 02-23-2010, 04:05 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,952
Posted By KimR
:stupid What he said. You're riding on the wrong...

:stupid What he said. You're riding on the wrong side on a bike with reversed controls and sucky brakes in a country with chaotic traffic. I know. I've crashed there--twice. (But then I've...
Forum: EMEA 02-21-2010, 07:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,189
Posted By KimR
I don't have any personal experience with them. ...

I don't have any personal experience with them. But I did ride Mexico with a couple that has done multiple tours with them. They raved about them. And another very experienced friend has had...
Forum: EMEA 02-19-2010, 09:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 758
Posted By KimR
I've reserved an F650GS (the new twin cylinder...

I've reserved an F650GS (the new twin cylinder version) through About Town Bike Hire. 570 GBD plus 35GBD for hard cases. I'm not happy about the price :puke1 but it's a little better than what you...
Forum: EMEA 02-19-2010, 08:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 888
Posted By KimR
Just a week. Meeting a group of mates with whom I...

Just a week. Meeting a group of mates with whom I rode India (www.endurohimalaya.com (http://www.endurohimalaya.com)). Chunnel to Calais, then Reims (champagne capital :freaky ), Basel, Grindlewald,...
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