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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-04-2013, 09:45 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,691
Posted By scfrank
I rented a BMW - RS1200S - in Switzerland for 10...

I rented a BMW - RS1200S - in Switzerland for 10 days. It wasn't cheap (around $100 day), but a fantastic ride. Was there with my wife while she was at a business conference. Probably fall into the...
Forum: Road warriors 09-17-2012, 04:06 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,203
Posted By scfrank
Interesting thread. I'm looking to get back on a...

Interesting thread. I'm looking to get back on a bike and am considering an RT. somewhat concerned about size. The 1050 tiger keeps calling my name. I like a gs but don't want to spend 18k on a...
Forum: The Garage 09-17-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,073
Posted By scfrank
Can I jump in? Find out cost on BMW parts. I...

Can I jump in? Find out cost on BMW parts. I wouldn't think that is the cheap way to go. If logic and reason drove us, we'd be riding KLRs. Find another 1500 and do better. Hell spend that on...
Forum: Beasts 09-05-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 11,188
Posted By scfrank
What are your plans re: fuel tank , fairing? ...

What are your plans re: fuel tank , fairing? I'm looking and considering the DD 1200 and those two items need improving
Forum: Beasts 09-05-2012, 07:49 AM
Replies: 481
Views: 113,576
Posted By scfrank
Laugh Exactly. Sounds like exactly what I want too. ...

Exactly. Sounds like exactly what I want too. How soon can I buy one ?
Forum: Beasts 09-04-2012, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,147
Posted By scfrank
That may be the best reply I've ever seen here.

That may be the best reply I've ever seen here.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 08-31-2012, 06:14 PM
Replies: 21,025
Views: 4,504,949
Posted By scfrank
Agreed. Plus the sleeveless gear was cool. Who...

Agreed. Plus the sleeveless gear was cool. Who me? I won't crash.
Forum: Face plant 08-22-2012, 06:52 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 26,821
Posted By scfrank
65 and want back on a bike

Interesting timing this thread. I'm 65 and am looking for a new ride. Had a 1050 tiger I loved and sold it when I got laid off. Now have had a job for over a year and want back on a bike. I really...
Forum: Day Trippin' 08-17-2012, 04:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 791
Posted By scfrank
Thanks

Was there on some of those road years ago. Thanks for the memories. Great pics.
Forum: GS Boxers 07-07-2011, 07:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 594
Posted By scfrank
What to look for on 07 GS?

I am about ready to drop the dime on a used 07 1200GS. I am going to go ride it Saturday and decide. I really like the GS and can't afford a new one, or nearly new for that matter. This one has 15k...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 07-06-2011, 01:29 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,558
Posted By scfrank
Asheville is a beautiful spot. You've said you've...

Asheville is a beautiful spot. You've said you've done western NC though. Other than the outter banks, I'm dont know about the eastern Carolinas, unless you play golf. No flames now. :huh


Of...
Forum: Beasts 07-28-2010, 08:32 PM
Replies: 17,415
Views: 4,666,234
Posted By scfrank
My dad was a highway patrolman during the 50s so...

My dad was a highway patrolman during the 50s so I'm not surprised. The new cars are much safer. He had a lot of stories about decapitated drivers and steering wheel shafts through the chest.

The...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-28-2010, 07:30 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 13,597
Posted By scfrank
Yes, and some of the most successful are on the...

Yes, and some of the most successful are on the TV and radio.

We even have a few here, although they are not getting so rich.


John Boy and Billy - Rush Limbaugh - Olbermann -

I know I...
Forum: Day Trippin' 07-25-2010, 08:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,104
Posted By scfrank
Nice good to see local scenery.

Nice


good to see local scenery.
Forum: Racing 07-21-2010, 08:43 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 18,898
Posted By scfrank
I don't know how old you are, but fun is an...

I don't know how old you are, but fun is an understatement.


If you love to ride, you will want to get on that track yourself.

track days and amateur racing is possible.


expensive hobby,...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-09-2010, 07:35 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,796
Posted By scfrank
I don't see that having your limits change is...

I don't see that having your limits change is such an unnatural thing.


Maybe wisdom is catching up.


If the speed is ok, and you just want to be smoother, more seat time would help, and...
Forum: Beasts 07-07-2010, 04:57 PM
Replies: 283
Views: 70,130
Posted By scfrank
I would buy a 750 adventure bike from Aprilia in...

I would buy a 750 adventure bike from Aprilia in a heartbeat.

My Tuono was the best bike I've ever had by far.


Wonderful high power engine.


Excellent handling.
Forum: Beasts 07-07-2010, 04:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,996
Posted By scfrank
It looked like it had a 21 inch front with semi...

It looked like it had a 21 inch front with semi knobbies.

Raised front fender.


Hmmmmm..........



Should be a few grand cheaper than a F800GS.
Forum: Racing 06-24-2010, 08:00 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,257
Posted By scfrank
Probably true, but there's a lot of folks here...

Probably true, but there's a lot of folks here who think they know the deepest hearts and minds of some of our politicians.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 06-24-2010, 04:04 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,406
Posted By scfrank
http://scfrank.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/advrider-po...

http://scfrank.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/advrider-posts/08tuonotsbmw/912511859_WrA3Q-M.jpg
Forum: Racing 06-11-2010, 09:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,257
Posted By scfrank
Two guys I would not put on my outstanding...

Two guys I would not put on my outstanding gentlemen list.


although, I see what you mean.



getting beat sucks
Forum: Racing 06-11-2010, 09:54 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,229
Posted By scfrank
How close is Spies current ride to the factory M1?

How close is Spies current ride to the factory M1?
Forum: Racing 06-11-2010, 09:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,257
Posted By scfrank
Rossi - an outstanding gentleman?

Is it just me or is Rossi really that much of an outstanding gentleman?


He just always seems to say the right things and with sincerity.


His recent interview was just very impressive.

...
Forum: Ride reports 06-06-2010, 06:24 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 18,372
Posted By scfrank
:wave Hi Swampy. One of the...

:wave



Hi Swampy.


One of the finest fellers I've met on two wheels!
Forum: Road warriors 06-05-2010, 12:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,377
Posted By scfrank
The XR1200X is Harley-Davidson Sportster...

The XR1200X is Harley-Davidson Sportster performance honed to its finest edge.

the responsive punch of a high-compression, 1200cc Evolution V-Twin engine in a dynamic, street-performance...
Forum: Americas 06-02-2010, 06:16 AM
Replies: 16,078
Views: 1,178,782
Posted By scfrank
Yes, and if you happen to move into the wrong...

Yes, and if you happen to move into the wrong neighborhood in Wasilla you may get shot by a neighbor!




(oops, did I turn this into a Palin thread?)
Forum: Face plant 05-31-2010, 06:21 PM
Replies: 1,118
Views: 193,594
Posted By scfrank
Was the sun going down? The driver was only...

Was the sun going down?

The driver was only trying to have some fun !





Sorry, couldn't resist.
Forum: Face plant 05-31-2010, 06:19 PM
Replies: 657
Views: 77,044
Posted By scfrank
We've never met, but I feel like I've known you...

We've never met, but I feel like I've known you for years!


Glad it wasn't worse. You'll be fine.


Hope you heal quick and straight, with little pain.

Frank
Forum: Beasts 05-24-2010, 07:45 PM
Replies: 5,641
Views: 1,152,102
Posted By scfrank
Just enjoy the ride, grasshopper. :D ...

Just enjoy the ride, grasshopper.

:D



Do you frequent that place or were you passing by?
Forum: Thumpers 05-17-2010, 04:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,035
Posted By scfrank
Very nice mtothef! Hmmm..... your...

Very nice mtothef!


Hmmm..... your comments concern me a bit. I like fast bikes as much as anyone but I am far (real far) from an expert in the dirt. I will not be going on anything technical,...
Forum: Thumpers 05-17-2010, 04:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,035
Posted By scfrank
I am under that impression too. I am...

I am under that impression too.


I am wondering if there is any experience with them here?
Forum: Thumpers 05-16-2010, 08:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,035
Posted By scfrank
Aprilia RVX ?

I don't know where to post this. It seemed to fit here, but I know it's not a thumper.

I am without a bike at the moment and for the next one I believe I want a dual sport. Something better than a...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-14-2010, 07:55 PM
Replies: 631
Views: 88,507
Posted By scfrank
There's a guy in Fletcher, NC that is as good as...

There's a guy in Fletcher, NC that is as good as it gets.


Rick at MotoCD www.motocd.com


not really a bmw guy, but a suspension guru.
Forum: The Garage 05-10-2010, 04:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 737
Posted By scfrank
10-12 feet deep stream crossing ? ok

10-12 feet deep stream crossing ? ok
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-07-2010, 06:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 845
Posted By scfrank
Must not respond!

Must



not



respond!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-30-2010, 08:09 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 21,296
Posted By scfrank
I'm not sure what happened, but if it isn't...

I'm not sure what happened, but if it isn't mechanical, and it doesn't look like it was, the rider must have locked the front brake.

The ERC with MSF would give the guy the skills to avoid this...
Forum: Road warriors 04-29-2010, 06:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,778
Posted By scfrank
my experience a few years ago I bought...

my experience


a few years ago I bought a new DRZ400S at a small, new dealership.


When I got it home my wife pitched a fit, well as much as she can, and suggested I couldn't afford it. I...
Forum: Beasts 04-29-2010, 12:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,575
Posted By scfrank
I think this may be the single, most important...

I think this may be the single, most important issue.
Forum: Beasts 04-29-2010, 12:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,575
Posted By scfrank
I own a Tiger 1050. This is one of the most...

I own a Tiger 1050.

This is one of the most accurate, most informative posts I've ever seen here! Very knowledgeable and covered the real issues.

The one problem I have with the Tiger off...
Forum: Thumpers 04-23-2010, 06:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,206
Posted By scfrank
Nice expulsion there flatulatlor. he...

Nice expulsion there flatulatlor.


he deserved it.
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