Forum: Ride reports
04-15-2013, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,210
Good Advice
Advice is a funny thing, as pro's don't need it and fools won't heed it. That said, someone already mentioned risers. I found risers that allowed me to ride while standing comfortably on my pegs...
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Forum: Ride reports
12-02-2012, 06:01 AM
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Replies: 183
Views: 72,089
Adding US DVD Format anytime soon?
Hi Joe,
I've been following you via your website for some time now and would love to sit in on one of your presentations, but alas I live in the US and am in Germany only occasionally. I figured...
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Forum: Equipment
10-06-2012, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,899
Scout
I've found the Alpinestars Scout very comfortable from day one, although I must admit I haven't had the opportunity (oh darn) to see if they're as watertight as advertised,
LaDue
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Forum: Ride reports
08-09-2012, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 89
Views: 8,984
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Forum: Orange Crush
04-23-2012, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 595
Austria?
I just found one on Ebay in Austria for less than $150. I know they have Fed Ex and UPS over there with overnight shipping.
What about the KTM Hut up in Bismarck, North Dakota? I've had good luck...
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Forum: Ride reports
12-29-2011, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,865
Is there an echo?
Like someone else already remarked, your writing and riding skills are a lot better than you think! I thoroughly enjoyed this thread, and don't be too hard on yourself; I've been a member since '08...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-05-2011, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,056
Single Rotor
Depending on the year of bike, running one side allows for the elimination of the crossover brakeline. The benefit here lies in doing away with the possibility that a broken off low-style front...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-01-2011, 06:23 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,961
Fuel Pump Points
I just received my set of long overdue fuelpump points from K&L; they were on back-order since June! The reason I ordered these is I found out that the 950 KTM and 750 Honda Africa Twin use the same...
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Forum: Equipment
10-09-2011, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 114
Views: 29,238
TAT Scout
I bought mine new for our attempt at the TAT June of '11 and couldn't be happier. Although I never encountered rain and therefore can't attest to their ability to keep me dry I can say they were...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-21-2011, 03:32 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 595
Problem Points
I saw someone had a used set for sale in the fleamarket here on ADVrider sometime this past week. They came off of an Africa Twin I believe but they both use the same Mitsubishi pump and points. ...
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Forum: Ride reports
05-25-2011, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 9,899
Tell me how you really feel!
I love your pics along with your tone. You strike me as my exact opposite in that you don't seem to do a lot of preventative maintenance, relying instead on German engineering's reputation for...
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Forum: Orange Crush
05-20-2011, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 448
Hopefully not you too!
I had my speedo quit working at 7K; that's not entirely accurate I guess. What quit working were the set and mode buttons. I had speed and temp, but no odometer or anything else. I tried new...
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Forum: Americas
05-04-2011, 01:43 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 995
Parkway's Galore!
Why not head on down the Mississippi like planned, but then turn northeast around Natchez and take the Natchez Trail to Tennessee, where you can jump on the Blue Ridge Parkway followed by Skyline...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-18-2011, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,355
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-18-2011, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,355
I suppose I'll have to check that lever. My...
I suppose I'll have to check that lever. My dealer/mechanic took a spill on it and broke the clutch lever. He ordered me a new one, but I don't recall if it was Oem or aftermarket. I'm glad to...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-15-2011, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,355
Thanx!
I appreciate your link to HOW; I figured there must be a way. I stopped at my dealer's yesterday after posting my inquiry and he said he couldn't remember me requesting the disconnect. He said he'd...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-14-2011, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,355
Disabling sensors
Is it possible to disable sensors (perhaps clutch and neutral switch) so that I can start my Adventure in gear with the clutch pulled in? I've gotten myself into situations before where the ability...
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Forum: Americas
02-10-2011, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 970
And now for something completely different....
I have lived in Sioux City, Iowa now for the past 30plus years (previously resided in San Diego and Zurich Switzerland that is), and have grown to love this part of the country. Granted, you won't...
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Forum: Orange Crush
02-02-2011, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 622
Gremlins
I've had similar gremlins with my Deuce in the past. The reason turned out to be a melted down H4 plug or receiver and the reason for this was my use of higher wattage bulbs (100/130watt). You...
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Forum: Americas
01-19-2011, 03:57 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 515
Good Luck!
I'm planning on running the mid-section from about the Oklahoma panhandle to western Utah. I'd also prefer to do it in May so as to avoid the heat of July, but from what I've gathered over the past...
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Forum: Americas
12-22-2010, 02:59 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 813
Rushmore Plaza
My wife and I've been staying at the Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza for the past 20 Black Hills Rallies and have enjoyed every single one of them. Your kids will love the elevators and the pool and...
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Forum: Americas
12-22-2010, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,651
Where should I start?????
From San Francisco I'd head out towards California's first Capital; Sonoma. From there over Ebbets Pass and Hiway 50 (America's Loneliest Highway) I'd travel as far as Delta, Utah (Watch out for...
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-06-2010, 01:53 PM
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Replies: 177
Views: 18,421
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Forum: Trip Planning
11-23-2010, 12:34 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,410
What's wrong with an old XR?
I've owned XR's for the past twenty some years, both 500's, 600's, and now a 650. They're all air-cooled (=light weight), mechanically simple, and have an aftermarket comparable to none. If I was...
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Forum: Americas
11-17-2010, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 8,360
I'm planning on heading down to Liberal, Kansas...
I'm planning on heading down to Liberal, Kansas the first part of July (right after the 4th), dropping down to Oklahoma and then heading west on the TAT as far as either Moab or Salina, Utah before...
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Forum: Americas
10-27-2010, 05:35 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 868
Thanx Wbbnm!
I appreciate each and every...
Thanx Wbbnm!
I appreciate each and every opinion I can get! I will say however, I'm rather beat after 500 miles on my Deuce; I can't imagine what my rear would feel like on an XR. My hat is off...
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Forum: Americas
10-27-2010, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 868
Thanx for the insights Mad Kaw,
The main...
Thanx for the insights Mad Kaw,
The main reason I'm taking the Adventure is the mileage to Liberal, Kansas, and the mileage back to home after the trip is done. I'm 51 and spoiled and can't...
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Forum: Americas
10-25-2010, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 868
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Forum: Trip Planning
10-25-2010, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 942
Views: 441,799
Sioux City, Iowa
I live about 9 miles north of Sioux City, Iowa in the Loess Hills region that form the western border with Nebraska and South Dakota. I'm available via cell# 712)251-5421, or landline 712)255-4461. ...
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Forum: Equipment
09-23-2010, 05:00 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 764
Seeking Survivors!!!!!
Years ago in Cycle Guide, and Cycle Magazine I'd run across advertisements hawking inflatable one and two-man tents. I cut out a couple of these adds for my "future purchase" file, but never got...
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Forum: Ride reports
09-10-2010, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,227
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Forum: Orange Crush
05-20-2010, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 63
Views: 2,441
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Forum: Ride reports
03-11-2010, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 1,689
Views: 1,825,294
Thanx a lot!
I just thought you should know you're enrichning my geography class here on the far off Winnebago Indian Reservation in the State of Nebraska. My students and I follow your progress every so often,...
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-11-2010, 04:43 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 5,083
My 2 cents
I've got both a '99 XR650L and an '05 950 Adventure "S". I love them both, but for different purposes. I can't believe you're Honda is that lame; mine screams. I lost the emissions crap, rejetted,...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-04-2010, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 973
LED Doesn't
I had to buy an electronic flasher relay for around $14 and remove the blinker indicator bulb in my dash. I have LED's both front and back and they work fine now. My flasher is the 3-prong unit and...
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Forum: Orange Crush
01-12-2010, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,631
Ethanol issues
I've heard that using an ethanol mix (10-15%) as is common here in the midwest can result in the tanks' shapeshifting. Empty them of the offending alcohol, let sit for a few days, and then try...
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Forum: Orange Crush
08-14-2009, 03:41 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 767
I've heard that KTM tanks are prone to changing...
I've heard that KTM tanks are prone to changing their shape not only with higher temps, but also the use of ethanol. I always fuel with the non-ethanol type, even if it's lower octane than ideal for...
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Forum: Orange Crush
05-21-2009, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 331
TPS calibration, how critical is it?
I inadvertently disconnected my TPS while removing the carb bank on my '05 ADV S. My dealer suggested I put it back on in as close to the position it was as possible. Any suggestions or words of...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-28-2008, 03:21 PM
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Replies: 204
Views: 52,539
250 Dual Purpose
I didn't read all the replies other than those on the first screen, but I missed a model that's still available and more than capable and that's the Kawasaki Sherpa. You can take off that low-lying...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-28-2008, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,711
Silk Road
I recently saw some pictures of an Edelweis Tour along the Silk Road; they were sporting some Chinese make 650 Dual-Sport that would have to be fairly durable for Werner Waechter to utilize as part...
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