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Forum: Americas 05-17-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 193
Posted By canoeguy
Well I would love to just ride to Argentina and...

Well I would love to just ride to Argentina and take all the time in the world. But I am not retired and time is money.

Would like to see everything and will no doubt stop some, I need to see the...
Forum: Americas 05-17-2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 193
Posted By canoeguy
Moving to Panama...how long to ide there?

My wife and I are likely to move to Panama in the near furture. I am thinking of taking my Tiger 800 down and am contemplating riding it there.

I live in SW Virginia. I have a few questions for...
Forum: Latin America 05-08-2013, 05:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 158
Posted By canoeguy
Need a Panama resident...

It's looking like I am going to be moving to Panama and I need bike info...

Namely, what is the best brand to shop for? I just came back from panama and saw an eclectic assortment.

But I need...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-16-2013, 09:22 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,325
Posted By canoeguy
My wife has one to rack up some miles on and get...

My wife has one to rack up some miles on and get better at riding before switching to her t100.

It is awesome at being cheap, and short. Just what we needed. As a plus it has more power than I...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-22-2012, 04:37 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,362
Posted By canoeguy
Not really due to the fact there are variables...

Not really due to the fact there are variables like width and tank shape and placement. Time to mount up and head to the dealers to sit on some bikes!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-21-2012, 11:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,362
Posted By canoeguy
Very good point. It shows I am used to riding...

Very good point. It shows I am used to riding unladen bikes.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-21-2012, 08:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,362
Posted By canoeguy
I agree with this but that 37" ktm is going to be...

I agree with this but that 37" ktm is going to be a stretch for any 27" inseam.
Forum: Equipment 09-19-2012, 07:50 AM
Replies: 321
Views: 57,709
Posted By canoeguy
I bought my schubert a couple of weeks ago and...

I bought my schubert a couple of weeks ago and didn't even realize it had a sunshade till after I bought it. I was just focused on fit and didn't even think about it. So far I love the helmet.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-17-2012, 06:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,446
Posted By canoeguy
The Darien would definately be cool.

The Darien would definately be cool.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-16-2012, 07:22 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,362
Posted By canoeguy
Well my wife is short...5'2". We are looking at...

Well my wife is short...5'2". We are looking at candidates for her. The only true "adventure " style bike she can fit on is a BMW f650 gs or probably the 700.

Bmw is not my first choice due to...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-09-2012, 04:05 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,845
Posted By canoeguy
Honestly I have never seen any indication of any...

Honestly I have never seen any indication of any store welcoming parking there. My experience is that bright yellow stripes indicate...no parking. Just like the yellow stripes in crosswalks and fire...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-08-2012, 10:54 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,845
Posted By canoeguy
True, but the same thing could happen to my car....

True, but the same thing could happen to my car. I would be so pissed but taking the chances is part of the game. I can't leave the bike in the garage so it lives in the wild with the dumb asses....
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-07-2012, 02:48 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,845
Posted By canoeguy
No offense, you asked...yes I think it is bad...

No offense, you asked...yes I think it is bad form. It irks me when people park in fire lanes or take multiple spots or park in the end of parking lots in the stripes. As for the pulling in issue, I...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-04-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6,479
Views: 1,244,321
Posted By canoeguy
Asked by a dude at advanced if my Triumph was...

Asked by a dude at advanced if my Triumph was made by Harley. No, its a Triumph. Yeah but aren't they made by harley?
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-03-2012, 07:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,764
Posted By canoeguy
Clutch, and if you can find one that should be...

Clutch, and if you can find one that should be the same with his first car in a few years too.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-02-2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 329
Views: 50,200
Posted By canoeguy
Wicked I loved my 2011 but it is what it is and it had...

I loved my 2011 but it is what it is and it had few too many shortcomings for my needs. I fixed the nitpicky stuff on mine by picking up a Tiger 800 Friday
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-29-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 6,479
Views: 1,244,321
Posted By canoeguy
I would be willing to bet that their pants looked...

I would be willing to bet that their pants looked like they were carrying a load!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-24-2012, 06:31 AM
Replies: 1,415
Views: 184,286
Posted By canoeguy
I was in a work truck coming home down I-81...

I was in a work truck coming home down I-81 yesterday and saw part of Rolling Thunder go by. What a complete and utter cluster. There were parts where bikes were stopped dead in both lanes. Traffic...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-15-2012, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6,479
Views: 1,244,321
Posted By canoeguy
Yep filling the KLR up this morning and a yokel...

Yep filling the KLR up this morning and a yokel asked me if my bike was a 250. Now there is nothing wrong with that cause there are definately some good 250 dual sports out there, but this guy...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-15-2012, 07:59 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 7,523
Posted By canoeguy
If I don't have to haul anything and the forcast...

If I don't have to haul anything and the forcast is 50% or less for rain I ride. I don't actually care if I get wet all that much, but I don't set off on the bike if it is fixing to piss pour the...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-08-2012, 07:01 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 20,764
Posted By canoeguy
We have a motorcycle clubhouse near here. Mostly...

We have a motorcycle clubhouse near here. Mostly wannabe Harley guys, not that it matters. This place has been there for several years now and I pass it on a regular basis. So I would say I have been...
Forum: Face plant 05-07-2012, 07:49 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 42,174
Posted By canoeguy
Hey Diesel, thanks for the service you provide. I...

Hey Diesel, thanks for the service you provide. I appreciate your choice of cleaning the ditch and leaving another out of it. Hope your recovery goes well.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-13-2012, 07:33 AM
Replies: 172
Views: 10,598
Posted By canoeguy
Eh' no one actually likes Maryland.

Eh' no one actually likes Maryland.
Forum: Ride reports 04-13-2012, 05:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,929
Posted By canoeguy
Well, I can't read it but the pics look awesome...

Well, I can't read it but the pics look awesome and I look forward to the english version!
Forum: Battle scooters 04-11-2012, 09:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,982
Posted By canoeguy
Thanks for the offer. What is the fair price for...

Thanks for the offer. What is the fair price for a body like that I wonder. Seems like it would be a good idea to swap out. Neither have a title but I can fix that, it just takes a little time, which...
Forum: Battle scooters 04-10-2012, 12:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,982
Posted By canoeguy
Is this Vespa worth it?

1979 Piaggio 125. Body is complete surface rust but solid except for a couple small holes in the floor board. Complete minus speedo. Runs if you put gas in the bowl. Inside of tank is clean. Seat is...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-09-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,673
Posted By canoeguy
"Never, ever put your feet down until I say so." ...

"Never, ever put your feet down until I say so."

"don't freak out and lean with me."

"We need to get you your own bike."

Though I like the look over my shoulder advice, I will remember...
Forum: Airheads 04-06-2012, 08:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,430
Posted By canoeguy
Do you do Smith Guages as well? It may have been...

Do you do Smith Guages as well? It may have been posted already but if so I missed it.

Thanks.
Forum: Old's Cool 04-06-2012, 05:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,362
Posted By canoeguy
http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae91/canoeguy/D...

http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae91/canoeguy/DSC_9100.jpg
http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae91/canoeguy/DSC_9102.jpg
http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae91/canoeguy/DSC_9098.jpg

My dog...
Forum: Old's Cool 04-05-2012, 11:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,362
Posted By canoeguy
Oops, I missed this post. I will see what I can...

Oops, I missed this post. I will see what I can do tonight. Her motor is in and it looks like I will wrap things up soon!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-30-2012, 06:54 AM
Replies: 6,479
Views: 1,244,321
Posted By canoeguy
California is so bass ackward about everything...

California is so bass ackward about everything else I am glad you get something decent.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-29-2012, 12:42 PM
Replies: 21,095
Views: 4,529,334
Posted By canoeguy
Looks like a shadow from the other lane to me,...

Looks like a shadow from the other lane to me, makes me wonder if this guy isn't taking evasive action.
Forum: Old's Cool 03-16-2012, 08:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,362
Posted By canoeguy
http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae91/canoeguy/I...

http://i961.photobucket.com/albums/ae91/canoeguy/IMG_0939.jpg

'68 TR6R took the picture last night. Putting the engine back in this week.
Forum: Equipment 02-23-2012, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 649
Posted By canoeguy
SW Motech vs Packrat racks

So I dream of riding the world on my 2011 KLR like all the ride reports. But in reality it is really a daily rider and gopher bike that may allow me to do some camping in the future.

My problem...
Forum: Old's Cool 02-22-2012, 10:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,879
Posted By canoeguy
I don't have the experience most of these guys do...

I don't have the experience most of these guys do on here, but I will throw in my .02.

Finding a good BMW for even $2000 will be a challenge. Around here it won't happen at all. But different...
Forum: Face plant 02-22-2012, 09:12 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 12,776
Posted By canoeguy
Wow the wrist made me cringe, but the collar bone...

Wow the wrist made me cringe, but the collar bone almost makes me sick to my stomach.

Oh' well if you don't break something once in awhile I guess you aren't really living. But honestly you have...
Forum: Old's Cool 01-29-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,139
Posted By canoeguy
Well I had to pass. The bike was in fair shape....

Well I had to pass. The bike was in fair shape. But the front downtube was dented and the front end had drum brakes. Plus the bike was pressed to pull 45mph.

Had to walk away. You win some...
Forum: Old's Cool 01-29-2012, 04:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,139
Posted By canoeguy
Wicked :evilWell today is tomorrow, so we are going in a...

:evilWell today is tomorrow, so we are going in a bit. The guy says he has a bunch of bikes. Maybe I will find an old Vincent:evil
Forum: Old's Cool 01-28-2012, 07:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,139
Posted By canoeguy
Around 4000 miles. From the pics the bike looks...

Around 4000 miles. From the pics the bike looks really good with the exception of needing a new seat cover. I am not really sure why the cover is torn when the rest of the bike looks so good. I will...
Forum: Old's Cool 01-28-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,139
Posted By canoeguy
Opinions on 1979 CB125 s...hopefully before tommorow @ 10

Not exactly an adventure bike, but a tiny thumper none the less.

Bike is in original condition and is supposed to be in great shape, and the pictures support this.

Is $800 too much. Is it even...
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