Forum: Trip Planning
05-13-2013, 06:28 AM
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Views: 539
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Forum: Trip Planning
05-13-2013, 06:08 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 2,919
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Forum: Trip Planning
05-12-2013, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 72
Views: 21,181
Losing the Wallet, keys, etc. - Backup
On a cross-country trip in the US I thought I lost my wallet in Alabama (I live in California). I had about $300 in cash.... that's it. Fortunately, the wallet had slipped between my riding pants...
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Forum: Day Trippin'
05-08-2013, 06:08 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 678
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Forum: Beasts
05-07-2013, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 874
I have a 2012 V-Strom. The Roxspeed FX bar...
I have a 2012 V-Strom. The Roxspeed FX bar risers allow you to raise the bars and tip them towards you (within cable limits). This allows you to sit straighter on the bike. I also swapped out the...
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Forum: Beasts
04-23-2013, 06:06 AM
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Replies: 2,257
Views: 438,331
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Forum: Equipment
04-17-2013, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,828
Ridge Boots
The local motorcycle shop carries them. They are lightweight and very comfortable boots with side zippers to make it easier to put them on. Some riders do not want laces that might catch on...
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Forum: Equipment
03-26-2013, 07:40 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 445
Rosacea
Couple of years ago I had small sores and pimples across my forehead. It turned out to be Rosacea. They don't know quite how one gets Rosacea but mine is easily controlled with an antibiotic, like...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
03-12-2013, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,935
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
02-22-2013, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 3,231
Views: 688,703
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Forum: Beasts
02-19-2013, 05:42 AM
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Replies: 102
Views: 27,046
Used 2012 - Well Farkled
Found this used with only 2400 mi. on the clock. The 55L Givi top case is huge, but I'm keeping it for now while I look for a good luggage solution. I'm amazed how well these bikes ride. Smooth......
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Forum: Equipment
02-19-2013, 05:31 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 4,571
Carhartt
I wear their double front heavy canvas pants (http://www.carhartt.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10101&storeId=10051&productId=100453&categoryId=38364&langId=-1) for trips to...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
02-09-2013, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 444
Views: 67,184
Smartsville, CA
Church of the Immaculate Conception, 1871
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8386/8460105418_dea564c23d_c.jpg
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
01-31-2013, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 539
Views: 212,195
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Forum: Layin' down tracks
08-07-2012, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 537
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Forum: Equipment
06-03-2012, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 826
Shoei Neotec?
The most important thing is to find a helmet that fits the shape of your head. I have a "Shoei head" so almost all of their helmets fit me well. My only complaint with the Qwest is that the cheek...
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Forum: Day Trippin'
05-25-2012, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 2,450
Thanks for the RR
I was hoping to get to the Overland Expo but I couldn't. Your Ride Report was the next best thing. I appreciate all the pix and hearing about your ride. Sorry about your ribs. I did same thing...
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Forum: Equipment
05-15-2012, 08:06 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,680
Thor MX Cool Socks
I have a couple of pairs of Thor's MX Cool Socks that have served well.
http://www.thormx.com/product.jsp?path=3701,3709,3898,12739
Thanks for starting this thread. I'm looking forward to...
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Forum: Road warriors
05-09-2012, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 788
Views: 203,929
Fossil Butte, WY
On an Iron Butt National Parks Tour last summer. Black is faster...
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7221/7164650344_8d8d2a678e_c.jpg
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Forum: Equipment
03-23-2012, 04:37 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,378
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Forum: Equipment
03-21-2012, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,378
SPOT Thoughts
If you have a friend that owns a SPOT he/she might lend it to you for the duration of your trip. It has a setup function that allows alternative message texts and temporary reassignment.
I use...
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Forum: Equipment
02-17-2012, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,933
+1 Exactly.... I have both and wear the Qwest...
+1 Exactly.... I have both and wear the Qwest 90% of the time. Having the flip-up capability isn't worth the noise and weight. I bought a second Qwest that I put a Pinlock shield on for cold...
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Forum: Day Trippin'
02-08-2012, 05:51 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 748
Winter Temps
I agree that you want to watch for ice in this area. Last year, there is no way I would recommend it in February. If in doubt, the coastal routes would be better, or you might get on 49 in Mariposa....
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Forum: Equipment
02-07-2012, 06:36 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 3,640
Pacsafe
Security is the big thing here. Backpacks and other gear have steel mesh inside and the straps have steel cables hidden inside. Buckles and clips are secure. They are well made. REI and Amazon...
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Forum: Day Trippin'
02-07-2012, 06:17 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 748
Hwy 49
From Fresno take Hwy 41 north to Oakhurst. In Oakhurst get on Hwy 49 and follow it north to Hwy 16, which is just south of Plymouth. Take Hwy 16 west into Sacramento. The section of Hwy 49 from...
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Forum: Battle scooters
12-20-2011, 05:32 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,022
Merry Christmas to all
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7025/6543433877_92a660284d_z.jpg
Grass Valley / Nevada City toy run. December 10th. :clap
1,500 bikes!
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
12-09-2011, 07:34 AM
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Replies: 877
Views: 158,199
Topcases - Europe
I was surprised by how common top cases were in Europe. I think it must be the density of traffic and the heavy use of bikes and scooters as daily commuters. Most bikes/scooters filter to the front...
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Forum: Battle scooters
10-18-2011, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,372
Armadillo Scooter Wear
http://www.gokartsusastore.com/CategoryProductList.jsp?cat=ARMADILLO+SCOOTER+WEAR
It is made in the UK but now available in the US. Has anyone tried it? How about sizing? The Hoody looks...
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Forum: Equipment
10-14-2011, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 730
Half-Cover
I use a half-cover like the one in the sample photo below. It keeps most of your bike covered but weighs and packs considerably lighter and smaller than a full-size cover. It is only water...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
10-12-2011, 07:04 AM
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Replies: 888
Views: 145,915
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Forum: Battle scooters
09-05-2011, 07:46 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 4,856
Hi Jimo,
I've lost the invoice, but I am...
Hi Jimo,
I've lost the invoice, but I am pretty sure this is the windscreen:
http://www.scooterwest.com/items/?_pageCCS=t#page=/item_details/GT-GTS-Mid-size-Flyscreen-CLEAR/196
Here's a pic...
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Forum: Equipment
09-04-2011, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,222
Ramp Kit
I bought these ramp plates at an automotive supply store to push bikes over the threshold of a Tuff Shed. Cut the wood ( 2" X 6" ) to the desired length and bolt it on. Easy to store and two...
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Forum: Battle scooters
09-02-2011, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 4,856
Yes!
I've got the same one (black n' tan). With the a milk crate on the back rack and a wind screen. It pulls 55mph up a big hill on my way to town and can easily do 65 elsewhere. It carries a lot of...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
08-30-2011, 06:39 AM
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Replies: 921
Views: 307,388
Wendover Will & Tree of Life (Tree of Utah)
Both are near the Bonneville Salt Flats.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6003/5959523628_392c9c81fc_z.jpg
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6126/5959523660_51fe8e533d_z.jpg
Lots of good stuff at...
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Forum: Equipment
08-25-2011, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 155
Views: 21,189
Sony Nex 7
There's always a newer, better, faster camera to come but this may be worth waiting for. To be released in November. $$$$ but....
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/NEX7/NEX7A.HTM
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Forum: Trip Planning
08-08-2011, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 47
Views: 8,789
Taped on the Bike - Other Suggestions
On the ST1300 I put a full set of spares in the top case and taped the top case key on the bike. I also carry a copy of my driver's license, some cash, insurance card, bike doc copy and a credit...
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Forum: Battle scooters
08-07-2011, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,556
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Forum: Equipment
08-05-2011, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 5,553
Cabela's
Near the top of your price range, but....
http://images.cabelas.com/is/image/cabelas/s7_612710_003_01?rgn=0,0,951,1060&scl=2.789473684210526&fmt=jpeg&id=2DkFYhO9KOO-Anz-RxLQIy
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
08-05-2011, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 888
Views: 145,915
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
08-05-2011, 03:51 PM
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Replies: 1,781
Views: 466,997
On the Dragon - April 1, 2011
All the way from California.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6026/6012493285_12d17df8df_o.jpg
-D&C Photography - 129Slayer.com
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