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Forum: Thumpers 05-08-2013, 07:22 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Tire mileage

I know there is a lot of factors involved in tire mileage but has anyone got 4000 miles out of the rear? I'm trying to decide if I should change my rear tire before taking off on a 2000 mile trip or...
Forum: Thumpers 05-01-2013, 06:41 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I spent 57 years in Simi Valley before I told...

I spent 57 years in Simi Valley before I told myself I needed a change and moved half way across the country. Westlake Village is a nice area but Ojai offers some nice riding areas.
Forum: Thumpers 04-21-2013, 08:21 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
As it should be!

As it should be!
Forum: Thumpers 04-20-2013, 07:54 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I'm with you. The stock power with a 13 tooth...

I'm with you. The stock power with a 13 tooth sprocket seems quite adequate to me also. I've thought about a different exhaust system and the reduced weight would be great but I like the quietness of...
Forum: Thumpers 04-20-2013, 07:17 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I watched your video and you have put a lot of...

I watched your video and you have put a lot of time and thought, not to mention money, in your bike. Looking good. Now if you'd hurry up and get the Scott Damper, I'd like to hear how you like...
Forum: Thumpers 04-05-2013, 05:26 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I use one frequently. Not only for the TAT but...

I use one frequently. Not only for the TAT but if I'm routing out a ride on some back roads, I'll put the roads, turns and mileage on roll chart paper. Makes some think I know the area quite well. ...
Forum: Thumpers 04-01-2013, 06:36 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
What he said though not near as young:clap

What he said though not near as young:clap
Forum: Thumpers 03-05-2013, 11:31 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
This is off topic and I humbly ask for forgivenss...

This is off topic and I humbly ask for forgivenss but, Bighouse, have you heard of Team Toys?
Forum: Thumpers 03-04-2013, 01:15 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
You are absolutely right. I obviously wasn't...

You are absolutely right. I obviously wasn't thinking. Thanks.
Forum: Thumpers 03-04-2013, 03:48 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Parking

Does anyone live near the Four Corners area (within 100 miles or so) where they would be willing to let me park my vehicle while I attempt to ride the Colorado back roads discovery route. Probably...
Forum: Thumpers 03-04-2013, 03:02 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Fmf

I read on the CRF'S only site that they list a Power Bomb and Mega Bomb header. One must be for torque at low to mid and the other for mid to high range. Which is which?
Forum: Thumpers 03-02-2013, 08:21 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Nor a vacation. :cry

Nor a vacation. :cry
Forum: Thumpers 03-01-2013, 01:01 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Wouldn't that be nice. As long as I don't drop...

Wouldn't that be nice. As long as I don't drop too low and have to go back to work. :freaky
Forum: Thumpers 03-01-2013, 08:51 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
SpeedoDRDcalibrator

As long as I feel this bike is a keeper or at least until Honda upgrades the bike leaving the seat height alone, I decided to bite the bullet and order the speed/odometer corrector. Sure, I can...
Forum: Thumpers 02-27-2013, 02:36 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I resemble that remark. :freaky:clap

I resemble that remark. :freaky:clap
Forum: Thumpers 02-27-2013, 02:11 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I experienced the same issue with my Tech 8's. I...

I experienced the same issue with my Tech 8's. I ordered the folding shift lever from Bestdualsports and it fits on a little higher on the spine raising the lever about 1/4 inch eliminating the...
Forum: Thumpers 02-21-2013, 04:49 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
As soon as saw your post stating they were back...

As soon as saw your post stating they were back in stock, I ordered mine. After reading that yours came today, I went out to see if mine did but no, only my folding shift lever arrived. Oh well,...
Forum: Thumpers 02-20-2013, 06:38 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Like you said, others may feel different. I put...

Like you said, others may feel different. I put on 760 miles last weekend going to a dual sport event in south Texas and had no problem with the low seat either in leg cramping or seat comfort. I...
Forum: Thumpers 02-19-2013, 04:05 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Koubalink.com sells a 1 3/4 lowering link and...

Koubalink.com sells a 1 3/4 lowering link and Seat Concepts has a one inch lower seat.
Forum: Thumpers 02-14-2013, 10:36 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
That's all I remember and it hasn't fallen off...

That's all I remember and it hasn't fallen off yet. :1drink
Forum: Thumpers 02-14-2013, 10:30 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I was waiting for them to notify me via email but...

I was waiting for them to notify me via email but you're much quicker. Thanks, it's on it's way.
Forum: Thumpers 02-14-2013, 10:19 AM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Oil capacity

Owners manual states 1.6 qts when changing the filter. I added that amount, started the bike to let it warm up, shut it off, let the oil drain down and nothing shows on the sight glass. Ended up...
Forum: Thumpers 02-13-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 13,245
Posted By Oldtimer
To give an example of what I kept records of, was...

To give an example of what I kept records of, was for instance I wanted to get a folding shift lever. It was mentioned on Page 94 Post 1404. Is this what you're interested in. BTW, I just ordered...
Forum: Thumpers 02-12-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 13,245
Posted By Oldtimer
OK, it's time to go for now, Nancy's home form...

OK, it's time to go for now, Nancy's home form work, I'll get the new shims and do the same in reverse after checking my work tomorrow. Undoubtably I will sleep better knowing that by doing this work...
Forum: Thumpers 02-11-2013, 02:34 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Finally

I've read or skimmed over all 3174 posts and marked down a wealth of info on two pages listing the posts and page that I may want to refer back to some day. In the mean time, I've put on the lowered...
Forum: Thumpers 02-11-2013, 01:32 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
By changing to the lowering link, did you have to...

By changing to the lowering link, did you have to modify the sidestand?
Forum: Thumpers 02-11-2013, 01:15 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Checked mine the other day and it was off 10%. ...

Checked mine the other day and it was off 10%. That's close enought and easy to compute.
Forum: Thumpers 02-10-2013, 12:19 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Thanks for the greeting. I had a 97 KLX250 before...

Thanks for the greeting. I had a 97 KLX250 before and even though I had the lowering links on it, it was still too tall. I put the lowered Seat Concept seat on the CRF and that makes it doable with...
Forum: Thumpers 02-09-2013, 07:11 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
Add me in and now we're up to 210 years. One of...

Add me in and now we're up to 210 years. One of the BIG reasons I bought the CRF was I could touch the ground and not get nose bleed while sitting on the seat.
Forum: Thumpers 01-26-2013, 03:19 PM
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Posted By Oldtimer
I have the lowered seat and it made just enough...

I have the lowered seat and it made just enough of a difference to make the CRF comfortably rideable (or should I say when I stop) with my 29 inch inseam.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-31-2011, 03:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 251
Posted By Oldtimer
Air pressure sensor

My tire sensor has failed. First the front wheel then shortly after, the rear. Are there little batteries in the sensors that need replacing and if not, what should I look for to correct the...
Forum: Ride reports 07-27-2010, 05:43 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 94,889
Posted By Oldtimer
Hey Dave, sorry to hear about your mishap. Good...

Hey Dave, sorry to hear about your mishap. Good news is, if you heal up quick and get back on the road, maybe you can make the TURD rally in Hot Springs, AR Sept 30th. I've still got open...
Forum: Hacks 03-14-2010, 08:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,593
Posted By Oldtimer
I really like that GS conversion you did, Ralph. ...

I really like that GS conversion you did, Ralph. Just not ready to do mine quite yet.
Forum: Hacks 03-13-2010, 05:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,593
Posted By Oldtimer
Can you really tour on a Ural?????

Here is an 8 page report that will give you an idea. http://sovietsteeds.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=10628
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-21-2009, 11:29 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,243
Posted By Oldtimer
As long as you asked, the link was sent to me...

As long as you asked, the link was sent to me because , oh, what does it matter. I'm out of here. Enjoy!
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-21-2009, 11:11 AM
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Views: 2,243
Posted By Oldtimer
BTW, nice to see you're following along with me....

BTW, nice to see you're following along with me. LOL
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-21-2009, 10:58 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,243
Posted By Oldtimer
No, you were spot on. She was going to buy grup...

No, you were spot on. She was going to buy grup with the money she received from the donations. How else can anyone interpret it?????
Forum: Ride reports 08-20-2009, 05:50 AM
Replies: 1,108
Views: 621,829
Posted By Oldtimer
Erica, we can all live by hindsight but in the...

Erica, we can all live by hindsight but in the future, you may want to split up the cash and cards you carry. Keep your license and gas Credit Card and a small amount of cash for your days use in one...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-20-2009, 04:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,339
Posted By Oldtimer
Congratulations Tim and Robin. I have not met...

Congratulations Tim and Robin. I have not met you Robin, but from what I've experienced in the short time I've been with Tim, I can tell you Robin, you have a keeper.:freaky
Forum: GS Boxers 08-17-2009, 08:26 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,799
Posted By Oldtimer
Right on, Paul. Turning 73 soon but before that...

Right on, Paul. Turning 73 soon but before that happens I'm riding east to the Finger Lakes rally in New York and camping along the way if possible.
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