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Forum: Ride reports 04-09-2013, 05:08 AM
Replies: 1,912
Views: 885,972
Posted By JamesM
So you've become a keychain hoarder that only...

So you've become a keychain hoarder that only consumes pretzels and ice cream. Nice.
Forum: Equipment 02-08-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 980
Posted By JamesM
Curious, do you still use your Space Drystar...

Curious, do you still use your Space Drystar Jacket? How has the waterproofing held up? I had mine in the rain a few days ago and it soaked through at the armpit and ran down to my forearms. It was...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-29-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 270
Posted By JamesM
Drive's RideApart: Off-Road in the Snow on a KTM 990 Adventure

EDIT: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=858096

Searched "RideApart" and "Drive" before posting this and nothing came up. Feel free to nuke this mods.

Great 10 minute ride through...
Forum: Day Trippin' 01-28-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 824
Posted By JamesM
Saturday

I had never been to Gasparilla before, but the description from my friends of it and a quick Google image search told me it was something I wanted to be apart of.

<a...
Forum: Day Trippin' 01-28-2013, 10:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 824
Posted By JamesM
I have been to Florida many times in the past but...

I have been to Florida many times in the past but this trip seemed different. Travelling on a bike overwhelmed the senses and arriving presented a sense of accomplishment that is rarely felt.


...
Forum: Day Trippin' 01-25-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 824
Posted By JamesM
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8369/8423583291_4c2e...

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8369/8423583291_4c2ef3e4c2_z.jpg
The chariot.

3 stops 528 miles and 7 hours later. Profit.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8515/8423593419_d76a279437_z.jpg...
Forum: Day Trippin' 01-25-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 824
Posted By JamesM
Gasparilla 2013

Atlanta is supposed to sleet today, it's 32 degrees out and I'm freezing. Screw this shit. I'm headed to the beach and some debauchery at Gasparilla.
...
Forum: The Garage 01-23-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,768
Posted By JamesM
The $20 DIY Tankbag Lock

I was fortunate a year or so ago to win a magnetic Recon 19 Bag by Rapid Transit but owning a BMW meant I had to strap it down and hassle with it every time I stopped for gas. It also rubbed on my...
Forum: Equipment 01-22-2013, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By JamesM
Thanks guys. I decided to purchase a pair...

Thanks guys.

I decided to purchase a pair of Dainese D6 Kelvar jeans with matching Knee/shin pads off revzilla.com.
Forum: Equipment 01-21-2013, 12:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By JamesM
Thanks. I've heard nothing but great things on...

Thanks. I've heard nothing but great things on here about them but have not seen anything resembling a jean like pant on their site.

I'll drop them a call. Anyone in particular you recommend...
Forum: Equipment 01-21-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By JamesM
Does anyone have any experience with the Dainese...

Does anyone have any experience with the Dainese D6 (kevlar woven) or Drayko Drift?
Forum: Equipment 01-21-2013, 09:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By JamesM
Help Finding Modern Jean Looking Pants

My office is a business casual environment where everyone wears jeans and button up shirts. As someone that commutes to work on my bike, it would be really nice to come into the office and not have...
Forum: Ride reports 01-14-2013, 09:59 AM
Replies: 1,912
Views: 885,972
Posted By JamesM
Hopefully Dennis does the right thing and...

Hopefully Dennis does the right thing and releases a book. -Selfish? Hell yeah! Now get writing :deal
Forum: Americas 01-11-2013, 02:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 426
Posted By JamesM
Thanks for all the input guys. You’re...

Thanks for all the input guys.

You’re right. In my mind I was thinking 10-12 hours a day isn't a big deal. Compared to the 1199’s and R1’s of the world, my K1200 is like a lazy boy and I spend...
Forum: Americas 01-10-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 426
Posted By JamesM
Help Plan my route- Atlanta to California and back

Hello everyone.

The time has come for my yearly pilgrimage to visit the Molinaro family and instead of taking a 5 hour plane ride thought I could stretch it out over 3-4 days via K1200. I would...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 12-26-2012, 09:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,070
Posted By JamesM
Talking Can't wait

Looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend.

I'll be riding with 5 or so other guys from the Atlanta Motorcycle Enthusiasts - meetup.com group.
Forum: Ride reports 11-12-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,476
Posted By JamesM
Happy Birthday Kurt! Where is our update?

Happy Birthday Kurt! Where is our update?
Forum: Equipment 11-07-2012, 03:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 933
Posted By JamesM
Can you be more specific? Is Siri not...

Can you be more specific?

Is Siri not talking back to you? Are you going over 50mph with an open faced helmet? etc..
Forum: Road warriors 10-11-2012, 07:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 930
Posted By JamesM
After nearly a week and 728 miles later (took a...

After nearly a week and 728 miles later (took a little drive Sunday to scrub the new tire :wink: ), everything looks great. Glad to know it was something so simple.

<a...
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 10:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
Thanks! This will be my new daily driver (unless...

Thanks! This will be my new daily driver (unless its around 30 degrees and then the 530i will suffice) so I expect the mileage to increase exponentially.

The white is actually a custom perl white...
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 10:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
I think your RR and the Texas guys that got me...

I think your RR and the Texas guys that got me interested in the Hayabusa to begin with. Love the bikes but in Atlanta its nearly impossible to find one unmolested let alone around the $6k mark.
Forum: Ride reports 10-05-2012, 08:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,476
Posted By JamesM
Head west 1-2 days and land at the Pacific Ocean...

Head west 1-2 days and land at the Pacific Ocean :D

P.s. If you make it to LA, bonus points for doing a photo montage on Rodeo Drive in full gear.
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 12:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 930
Posted By JamesM
Completely understand. Now that it appears the...

Completely understand. Now that it appears the debris has gone, i'll replace it this weekend and really watch for any wear over the next week.

I hope its not the bearing (causing rubbing on the...
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 11:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 930
Posted By JamesM
Interesting. I noticed the lateral marks in the...

Interesting. I noticed the lateral marks in the pictures but you cant really see it on the wheel in person.

I'm going to peel all the little fibers off and watch it over the next 2 days for more...
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 11:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 930
Posted By JamesM
How so?

How so?
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 11:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 930
Posted By JamesM
Stock Rubber: 170 60 17 at 40 PSI (+-3 PSI for...

Stock Rubber: 170 60 17 at 40 PSI (+-3 PSI for digital reader) BMW recommends 42 PSI but I cant see how +-5 PSI would cause that kind of wear.

Performed 2 test:
-12 and 6 o'clock check for rear...
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 930
Posted By JamesM
Peeling Sidewall?

I just purchased a K1200RS which needed a new rear tire but after taking it home (in the rain :eek1 ) pulled into the garage and noticed some bits of tire shedding from the right sidewall.

Is this...
Forum: Road warriors 10-01-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
Thanks for all the help/tips guys. After debating...

Thanks for all the help/tips guys. After debating back and forth, I decided to pass on this and go with a slightly older K1200RS (01' 16k miles). -Still WAY faster than what I need, great for 2 up,...
Forum: Road warriors 09-29-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
No offense taken :D though my question was about...

No offense taken :D though my question was about the potential problems that come from a slight lay down not if I was a competent rider.

I grew up on 250 Enduros and a K75 that I ride today. I...
Forum: Road warriors 09-29-2012, 04:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
It appears everything else is clean. No weird...

It appears everything else is clean. No weird seeping from engine or forks, evenly worn tires, and surprisingly clean brakes. He drove it an hour and a half to meet me today.

Book should be in the...
Forum: Road warriors 09-29-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
Thanks. Long time lurker to the Ride Reports...

Thanks. Long time lurker to the Ride Reports section and excited to get a few journeys under my belt. In the meantime are there Hayabusa inmates on the forum you would recommend I check in with?
Forum: Road warriors 09-29-2012, 04:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
Thanks for moving this.. Sorry newb here :y0!

Thanks for moving this.. Sorry newb here :y0!
Forum: Road warriors 09-29-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
Great minds think alike. 3/4ths of the...

Great minds think alike.

3/4ths of the scratches are on the stickers which I would peel off on purchase before wrapping it in black reflective vinyl (coincidentally I work for large format printer...
Forum: Road warriors 09-29-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,412
Posted By JamesM
Road Rashed Hayabusa.. Good Deal or Run Forest Run!

I found an 06' Hayabusa with only 6k miles that was unfortunately laid down approaching a stop light (+-5mph).

None of the fairings are cracked and the bike is priced at a very attractive $5600...
Forum: Road warriors 09-28-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 867
Posted By JamesM
Yeah, Im sure the triple tree mounted windshield...

Yeah, Im sure the triple tree mounted windshield doesnt help either. I thought about putting a k1100RS Front on it, but the price was approaching $1000 in used parts and Im still stuck with a 92'...
Forum: Road warriors 09-28-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 867
Posted By JamesM
I thought about the VFR but I remember reading a...

I thought about the VFR but I remember reading a few post on here with people recommending the Busa over it due to the riding comfort. Would an 06'-07' 800 have the HP and comfort for 2 up riding...
Forum: Road warriors 09-28-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 867
Posted By JamesM
ps. The Hayabusa I found was laid down by a 50+...

ps. The Hayabusa I found was laid down by a 50+ year old (+-5mph) on the left side which caused some light scratching on the middle fender but no cracking.

Should I run like the plague from this...
Forum: Road warriors 09-28-2012, 12:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 867
Posted By JamesM
Believe it or not, it was less expensive for full...

Believe it or not, it was less expensive for full coverage than an 06' BMW K1200GT with minimum coverage. It will only go up $12 a month for me.:D
Forum: Road warriors 09-28-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 867
Posted By JamesM
Moving on Up..Bike Choices

As this is my first post, Hello fellow inmates! :1drink

I grew up on 250 enduros and currently sporting around on the Red 92' K75 below. Out of nowhere my Fiance decides its her time to get on a...
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