Forum: Orange Crush
05-17-2013, 09:58 PM
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In the future
Not sure how to get it open with a broken lock. When the filler lid is open, at the seven o clock position there is a allen head screw. Remove this screw.
Then if the lock ever fails again you can...
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Forum: Equipment
05-09-2013, 08:25 PM
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first I have seen this. Thanks
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
04-15-2013, 10:30 PM
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My wife will admit that a MSC course without me there was the best thing that could have happened. Less pressure, everyone else was in her skill level. Very structured and in a safe environment....
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
04-15-2013, 09:55 PM
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Never with a passenger!!!!!!!!!!
Would have been way bad getting your ass kicked in front of your lady.
Aint no shame in giving way. Everyone rides there own ride
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Forum: Face plant
01-21-2013, 06:46 PM
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Rock on dude, may we all be as good as you
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Forum: Thumpers
12-30-2012, 09:38 AM
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Suzuki RMX-250 clutch help???
Someone saw us fall off the turnip truck on this one. We got a really great deal on a 1990 RMX. The guy had $1100 worth of receipts. Including a trans rebuild. We got it home fired it up, sounds...
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Forum: The Garage
12-20-2012, 09:04 PM
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+1 on T&B look in electrical supply stores locally
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Forum: Face plant
12-19-2012, 09:36 PM
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RIP Marc. Remember the happy times
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Forum: The Garage
12-15-2012, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 40
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Clear model engines
http://www.hobbylinc.com/plastic_model_engines
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Forum: The Garage
12-15-2012, 08:00 PM
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For my info. What is the best method for testing polarity of a battery. I do have a fluke with DC capability. Yes I know how to use it. My meaning is should it be checked at the posts and then...
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Forum: Equipment
12-14-2012, 06:23 PM
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needs to fit under a full face and divert warm breath downward to prevent fogging
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Forum: Orange Crush
12-09-2012, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 56
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:bow Just WOW. I can only imagine the hail storm of rocks.
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Forum: Face plant
12-09-2012, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 57
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Best story of the day!! Thanks.
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
11-29-2012, 08:16 PM
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Shocking no one brought up, follow him till he stops and discuss it with him. Ask him for his managers phone number and so on. Bash him in the face with a full face helmet. Stuff his lunch box...
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Forum: Equipment
11-16-2012, 09:21 PM
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Target has a few small self jump start devices. Plug into lighter socket, turn on wait a few minutes. Start car and leave plugged in to recharge pack....
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Forum: Orange Crush
11-16-2012, 08:56 PM
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If they are comfortable to you leave them alone, The stock setting may not be right for you.
On the 990 the zero hash mark is straight up or meaning 90Deg. To the flat top of the bar clamp.
This...
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Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left
11-16-2012, 08:42 PM
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Talked to a friend that just rode Kelso Valley Rd.
He says it is really great this time a year.
Depending on starting point. You could easily make a great loop ride. If you start from Weldon (east of Isabella) head south on Kelso Valley rd. This is...
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Forum: The Garage
11-12-2012, 09:08 PM
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Replies: 41
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Maybe (Buddy) was too strong a word. It was a fellow I worked with years ago when we were construction tramps.
I told him it was straight up stealing. Yes I agree that it only takes a few screw ups...
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
11-10-2012, 09:11 PM
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Some KTM Humor today
Driving home from work today. Bunch of people having a car wash. Truck was dusty I pull in and get it washed. Very nice people sad story. Take the truck home and get wifes bike, BMW X country and...
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Forum: The Garage
11-10-2012, 06:38 PM
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Replies: 41
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Break the tips off. Yep it goes against everything an honest tool turner knows, It only hurts until you have the new tools in your garage at home. It took me almost a week to sack up and break some...
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Forum: Orange Crush
11-03-2012, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 74
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I had the bad luck of breaking 3 keys in 2 months on my 09 model. At near $90.00 each It was starting to eat up my tire fund. I was told that I could use the 08 map to get rid of the smart keys. I...
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Forum: Face plant
11-03-2012, 05:17 PM
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What brand of helmet and how much damage to it?
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Forum: Equipment
10-30-2012, 09:30 PM
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I have been using a Bell full face MX with goggles for approx. 5 years. I use Oakley Crowbar goggles with a nose cover.
It fit me so well I never gave it much thought. Yes I have got bee's inside...
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Forum: Orange Crush
10-30-2012, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 11
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There were some on the market a while back. Dont remember the brand. They had a brace bar that connected the 2 bar sets up high behind the front tire. I would look for something like them if I ever...
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
10-26-2012, 09:38 PM
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November issue of Cycle World has a fantastic one pager called (Can I Test Drive Your Personality).
Very well written page from the guy handbook about (Can I Ride Your Bike) and how to avoid it....
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Forum: Vendors
10-20-2012, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 14
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Forum: Orange Crush
10-20-2012, 06:08 PM
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About 300 miles and met some great people.
http://cootdude.smugmug.com/Other/other-stuff/i-5gQndTQ/0/M/2012-10-2013-41-02275-M.jpg
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
10-15-2012, 08:50 PM
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I'm thinking Opmike nailed this one.
When we talked about motorcycles, the first thing my wife said was, I aint riding on the back. I need one of my own.
She is on her second bike and eyeing a new...
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
10-14-2012, 07:20 PM
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My wife has about 10K miles on 2 different bikes and has never had one short enough to get flat footed. She does wear riding boots and has a lower seat on the BMW. It is still only toes on the ground...
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
10-11-2012, 08:11 PM
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Forum: Face plant
10-04-2012, 09:06 PM
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Last set on the KTM I rode to the nearest dirt field and dug some trenches.
You can always use the dealers planter boxes.
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Forum: Orange Crush
10-03-2012, 09:03 PM
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Dear Dog though. Dont ask about center of gravity or roll center, sitting vs. standing. We dont want to start that again!!!
Just ride it.
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Forum: Orange Crush
10-03-2012, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 95
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That is something that hasnt been brought up is the weird slow speed handling. Its not bad or dangerous just different than any other bike I have ridden. My goal is to do a no feet down circle in my...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-30-2012, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 95
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When I bought mine the entire sales staff came out into the parking lot to see if I was going to crash it. Ha Fooled them.
The next day I rode it to my grandmothers funeral. Following break in...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-30-2012, 09:12 PM
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Anti-sieze the chain adjuster bolts and maybe drill the swingarms to drain
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-27-2012, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 95
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So with all the wisdom here I will throw out something else. After that post we purchased a Suzuki DR-200. We also had intentions of my wife learning to ride on it. This has been a fantastic bike and...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-27-2012, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 95
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been there done that
Here is a link to the exact same question I asked several years ago.
This is a large, heavy, powerful bike. I still dont kid myself thinking I have mastered the bike. I respect it. Part of me is...
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Forum: The Garage
09-15-2012, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 29
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This is where you need to go.
Lots of great ideas for mini kegs....
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-15-2012, 12:34 AM
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Replies: 21
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Do you listen to the voices in your head? How about the little dude whispering in your ear?
If so you will love this bike. Nearing 10K on mine. Battery, Tires and a radiator burp. Foam grips,gel...
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