Forum: Beasts
04-01-2013, 10:27 AM
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Views: 3,844,651
A/T Regulators in South America
Gentlemen/Cabelleros,
My friend and I ( We are David and Wolfgang) will start next week from Cuenca,Ecuador to spend 2 months travelling primarily to Brazil but including Peru. Uruguay, Argentina,...
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Forum: Latin America
03-17-2013, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 507
Views: 42,900
backatcha
Thanks for the reply,
I put the same phrases in my cover letter for the visa (solicitude). Now awaiting the visa... Brazil here we come! :clap Wish me luck.
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Forum: Latin America
02-23-2013, 07:03 AM
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Replies: 507
Views: 42,900
Brazilian contact needed
Hola amigos de Brazil,
I am filling out my visa request for a Brazil adventure in April and May 2014.
It would be more responsive to the information required on the application to provide a contact...
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Forum: Beasts
12-27-2012, 02:49 PM
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Replies: 12,431
Views: 3,844,651
RD07 stock rear luggage carriers
Hola Amigos,
I have not posted in a long time and it is good to be back in touch:clap
I need a set of rear luggage carriers and really like the original ones... I have 2 Africa Twins (2003 RD 07)...
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Forum: Ride reports
05-29-2012, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 143
Views: 24,445
Wow!
What a report ,well done,inspiring and absolutely beautiful pics. If you ever take on South America and specifically Ecuador be sure and look me up. Also if you happen to visit without your Suzy I...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
05-08-2012, 12:41 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,020
Time out
Hola moto amigos,:D
Wolfgang has flown out to Colombia to take care of some of some personal business. The concerns in Miami are on hold for now...
I want to thank all you moto amigos for your...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
05-02-2012, 05:02 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,020
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
05-01-2012, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,020
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
05-01-2012, 08:12 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,020
Wolf has been up and down South America about 5...
Wolf has been up and down South America about 5 times with this moto. Then he continued on into the States always with the objective of finishing in Alaska. There is a big emotional attachment to the...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
05-01-2012, 07:40 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,020
I think you are missing the point. This is an...
I think you are missing the point. This is an extraordinary amount of mileage on a single cylinder motorcycle that has already been rebuilt several times. The entire powerhead valves etc. are worn...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
05-01-2012, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,020
Stranded in Miami
I need help please. My friend Wolfgang (Germany) is travelling in the the Southeast USA. Presently in Louisana and heading for Miami. He is on a DR 650 which he brought from Germany and has ridden...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-01-2012, 06:36 AM
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Replies: 77,894
Views: 14,212,225
Hi David. I suggest you post this again in...
Hi David. I suggest you post this again in regional forum, a wider reader base. (I think there's something in rules about double posting though). Any rider may have a shop connnection, it doesn't...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-30-2012, 06:07 AM
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Replies: 77,894
Views: 14,212,225
Sos down in miami
Hello Moto amigos,
I need help please. My friend Wolfgang (Germany) is travelling in the the Southeast USA. Presently in Louisana and heading for Miami. He is on a DR 650 which he brought from...
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Forum: Beasts
03-17-2012, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 12,431
Views: 3,844,651
Maintenaance 2003 xrv 750
Hello moto amigos,
I would appreciate any advice toward keeping my A/T fit and ready to travel. Just completed a 2 month trip down through South America some 17,000 kilometers. I live in...
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Forum: Beasts
12-09-2010, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 12,431
Views: 3,844,651
USA parts suppliers
Need some advice on U.S. parts availability. Would need to order online and ship to whoever is coming down to Cuenca,Ecuador.
I bought a 2003 Africa Twin a year ago as a bike for my amigos to ride...
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Forum: Ride reports
11-28-2010, 04:16 AM
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Replies: 1,515
Views: 370,200
Computer
One thing that comes to mind is Peru electrical service is 220 volts.
I believe this is probably the first country on your trip where this is so.
Don't know if this could be a factor in the prob or...
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Forum: Ride reports
10-01-2010, 07:15 AM
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Replies: 446
Views: 52,830
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Forum: Ride reports
10-01-2010, 06:46 AM
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Replies: 446
Views: 52,830
just dunno
I do not know,sorry.. It looks like the police goons :puke1 overplayed their hand:wink: I would cool my jets where I am and see if Correa continues to take back control. We are under Marshall law...
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Forum: Orange Crush
10-01-2010, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 785
It' the W. pump
My local dealer tells me my intermittant miss at idle is all due to the water pump.
My motor never heated up but was very low on coolant. My oil level never rose from the coolant but evidently was...
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Forum: Ride reports
10-01-2010, 06:15 AM
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Replies: 446
Views: 52,830
Cuenca calling
Well you can't say Ecuador is boring:rofl :rofl
If you can, take a little time with Banos and Puyo. Actually lots to see on the Puyo side of the Andes.. I hear you saying you are tired.. Classic...
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Forum: Ride reports
09-25-2010, 06:02 AM
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Replies: 446
Views: 52,830
Sorry to hear they got your camera.:cry
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Sorry to hear they got your camera.:cry
Colombia is a lot bigger and a lot more sophisticated than Ecuador. Cali being a big city should give you lots of choices on good cameras.
If your at Casa...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-25-2010, 05:47 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 785
:ear Many thanks to all.
Looks like the...
:ear Many thanks to all.
Looks like the consensus is electrical. One important thing I did not say is this problem never occurs at speed. It is always when starting or sitting at a signal.
My KTM...
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Forum: Orange Crush
09-23-2010, 04:15 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 785
one dead hole
I have a problem with one hole going dead. It first happened on a Colombia trip in Cali after riding over to a dealer and getting a new tire fitted upon starting I obviously was running on one...
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Forum: Ride reports
09-02-2010, 06:24 AM
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Replies: 1,515
Views: 370,200
backatcha
:rofl It's good to start the day with a good laugh...I have been called old (true) and clumsy (also true, since I flopped Wolfgangs Triumph in Germany last May..)
I hope this month to have a beer...
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Forum: Ride reports
09-01-2010, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 1,515
Views: 370,200
Ecuador calling
Great report and vids.. When you said you spent a lot of time in Zacatacas and Medillin you could not have made a better choice of cities to hang out and enjoy. I'll be in Medillin Sept 8 with my...
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Forum: Ride reports
03-17-2010, 02:40 PM
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Replies: 892
Views: 181,784
Chain stuff
Hola Igor,
This all sounds very familiar to me , in fact with a KLR as well ,it all started when I got around SALT WATER. I suspect the salt air and moisture while you were crossing the Darian...
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Forum: Ride reports
03-06-2010, 05:12 AM
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Replies: 892
Views: 181,784
heated clothing
Hello Igor,
Great report and yes Colombia is a treasure. Don't forget a drink at the Barking Spider. Albert the owner is a cool guy.
I suspect you have seen the coldest weather you will...
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Forum: Latin America
02-25-2010, 06:12 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 592
Help
Appeal to adventure riders in El Salvador and Guatemala.
My good friend is missing and I need your help.
Last heard from Jan 23 when he was in El Salvador.
He had entered from Guatemala and would...
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Forum: Ride reports
02-16-2010, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 892
Views: 181,784
Hola Igor,
Kenda is a good tire. They have...
Hola Igor,
Kenda is a good tire. They have been at it about 50 years. I preferred their knobbies in the past as I also used them on the street and they were a soft good traction compound. Very ...
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
02-14-2010, 06:57 AM
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Replies: 1,521
Views: 192,319
Hello deer
San Diego,California canyon area at twilight. Rounding a tight switchback in a narrow draw and BAM a deer is stretched across my front fender. The bike goes vertical but flops back and the deer...
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Forum: Orange Crush
02-14-2010, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,261
Ecuador also true
I live in Cuenca ,Ecuador and "Maico Bill" a good buddy in southern,CA. immediately upon hearing I bought a KTM 950 asked "how often do you get into 6th? Answer" In Ecuador, almost never" on to more...
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Forum: Ride reports
02-06-2010, 05:35 AM
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Replies: 892
Views: 181,784
Welcome to Colombia
Hola Igor,
Glad you survived the crossing:eek1 Colombia is a natural wonder. When you get to Medellin be sure to visit a new biker bar called "The barking Spider" Albert Crutcher , dueno brews some...
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Forum: Ride reports
01-29-2010, 09:57 AM
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Replies: 114
Views: 14,447
Hola Amigos
Hey Split lanes,
Enjoying the post and the pics.. A year sure goes by fast!
It was totally fun. The gift of a little ease for travelers and just let them ride and look and enjoy. You don't have...
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Forum: Ride reports
01-25-2010, 05:37 AM
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Replies: 892
Views: 181,784
South America
Hola
Enjoying your reports.. Fab pics and great narrative. I live in Cuenca,Ecuador a colonial city in southern Ecuador. A moto amigo is closing on you Ricardo Rocco from Quito ,Ecuador is...
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Forum: Beasts
12-31-2009, 12:32 PM
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Replies: 12,431
Views: 3,844,651
African Twin info
:clap I just bought a cherry 2003 A.T. with 22,000 K on the odometer. My primary bike is a KTM 950 and I wanted a comfortable bike to tour on that will be fun and not wear out the KTM. I put nearly...
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Forum: Ride reports
11-23-2009, 05:53 AM
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Replies: 892
Views: 181,784
Great Report
Super report and pics..( Lots of Work!) You are a writer and a photographer.. I'm an old (68) latinfile living in Cuenca ,Ecuador. I ride my dream moto a KTM 950 Adventure. Hey you never get over...
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Forum: Orange Crush
08-13-2009, 06:11 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 702
Brake HELP
Desperate for alternatives for brake pads on my KTM 950 2004 I live in Ecuador where front pads are costing $216 from the dealer which is insane.
Ecuador is a dollar country and they have added...
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Forum: Ride reports
01-15-2009, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 114
Views: 14,447
Good to hear you
Hey guys (and Kathy),very good news:clap that your home. For sure I will keep a few cool ones for you :freakyThe worst hangover I have had in 3 years.
Worth it , totally worth it:1drink The...
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Forum: Ride reports
01-15-2009, 05:49 AM
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Replies: 114
Views: 14,447
Last seen
I rode with the group from Macara,Ecuador at the Peru border to Cuenca. They were here a few days in Cuenca and left Dec 18 for Quito. Their plan to take a boat out of Esmereldas,Ecuador fell...
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Forum: Ride reports
10-09-2008, 06:22 AM
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Replies: 114
Views: 14,447
Colombia
Hey Moses,
You keep hearing "do not miss Colombia" and I have to agree. Albert (Turtles Head) who really knows Colombia has said it and now another rider expressed that.
I was just there for three...
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