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Forum: Equipment 06-11-2013, 05:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 862
Posted By Rick G
Unfortunately it was the owner I spoke to both...

Unfortunately it was the owner I spoke to both times. It was at the BMW National. I was trying to give him honest feedback about his product in order for him to make it better. He wasn't...
Forum: Equipment 06-10-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 862
Posted By Rick G
I bought an RKA tank bag for my old GS. Paid an...

I bought an RKA tank bag for my old GS. Paid an extra 15 or 20 for the rain cover. Leaked like crazy after only a short period of time. Complained to them at a BMW rally and he swapped it out for...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-30-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,195
Posted By Rick G
At least in Ohio those Red Light / Speed cameras...

At least in Ohio those Red Light / Speed cameras do not go against your record as long as you pay the Troll under the bridge. The theory is the pics don't prove who was driving, only who the vehicle...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-30-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,195
Posted By Rick G
I am always ATGATT but that hasn't stopped me...

I am always ATGATT but that hasn't stopped me from getting any tickets. It might have helped when I ask to plead to a lesser offense and the DA asks the officer if he is ok with that. But I also...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-30-2013, 05:05 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,195
Posted By Rick G
The last time I looked into the matter of out of...

The last time I looked into the matter of out of state tickets I learned that since 9/11 the federal govt has pushed states to forward all moving violations to the home state in an effort to track...
Forum: Vendors 05-28-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 627
Views: 85,627
Posted By Rick G
I am considering these for my 2009 Bonneville...

I am considering these for my 2009 Bonneville T100 and mounting them on the forks using the existing fender mounts. Has anyone done this? Any pics?

I have been searching for some aux lights for...
Forum: Vendors 05-28-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 403
Views: 39,156
Posted By Rick G
Could you reccomend a set of driving lights for...

Could you reccomend a set of driving lights for my 2009 Bonneville T100? Like everyone else, I am looking to improve my sight lines at night and my conspicuity during the day. I was thinking of...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-26-2013, 05:23 AM
Replies: 503
Views: 92,876
Posted By Rick G
[QUOTE=BobbySands;21494286]On the other hand how...

[QUOTE=BobbySands;21494286]On the other hand how tall is TasK?

]http://girotoscana.sitoscana.com/uploaded_images/2013/05/DSC_0865.jpg


I was wondering the same thing. One of the reasons I...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-17-2013, 06:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,272
Posted By Rick G
You just described me. Just sold my Beemer and...

You just described me. Just sold my Beemer and now am left with my Bonnie T100 and my Vespa GTS 250 ie Super that I bought last fall. So far I am really digging the Vespa! It is exactly what I was...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 07:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
No I haven't. But thanks for the warning. ...

No I haven't. But thanks for the warning.

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
Thanks for the link and additional pic. Love...

Thanks for the link and additional pic. Love that tail section and exhaust outlets.

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
I am not familiar with this model. Tell me more....

I am not familiar with this model. Tell me more.

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 07:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
There is a mulit line dealer that has one of...

There is a mulit line dealer that has one of these TT's, of course it isn't for sale. Very cool bike and would have made my finals.

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 07:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
If there was a Water Buffalo there tonight, it...

If there was a Water Buffalo there tonight, it would definitely had been a contender. I have always thought those were uber cool!

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
Ooopps! Did I say Suzuki? I meant Yamaha. I...

Ooopps! Did I say Suzuki? I meant Yamaha. I was going from my failing memory instead of actually looking at the pics. Thanks for the correction. I think I got the rest of them right.....didn't...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 06:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
OK, I am home and just finished uploading...

OK, I am home and just finished uploading pictures of the contenders. I apologize in advance for the crappy pics. I forgot my camera and had to use my cell phone. As my cell phone is a dumb phone,...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
I am old enough to remember the AMX when it came...

I am old enough to remember the AMX when it came out 1969 IIRC. Basically a shortened Javelin with the rear seat removed. pretty cool as was the Rambler Scrambler that came out a few years earlier....
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,143
Posted By Rick G
Guess which unique or cool bike...

It is a beautiful evening so I thought I would head off to the local Bike Night at Quaker Steak & Lube for some wings and to gawk at bikes, maybe even smoke a cigar. I don't go often but once and a...
Forum: Face plant 05-15-2013, 01:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,216
Posted By Rick G
Same here. The hospital personel would look at...

Same here. The hospital personel would look at my chart, see I had a deer motorcycle accident and would ask where the road rash and damage was? I would reply that I was wearing proper gear but the...
Forum: Face plant 05-15-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,216
Posted By Rick G
Glad you are not seriously hurt. It pays to wear...

Glad you are not seriously hurt. It pays to wear gear! I had a similar deer accident 2 years ago and I know my gear saved my life or at least more injuries and even more pain. Unlike you, I spent...
Forum: Ride reports 05-14-2013, 09:29 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 10,772
Posted By Rick G
From one bike riding Yid to another, have a safe...

From one bike riding Yid to another, have a safe trip.

Another buddy of mine from the tribe use to have a plate that read: 1JOB which stood for One Jew On Bike.

Ride Safe and post up. I will...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-12-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,815
Posted By Rick G
July 2010 myself and 2 buddies rode from...

July 2010 myself and 2 buddies rode from Cleveland to Redmond Oregon for the BMW MOA National. We didn't exactly take the direct route. End result was 8500 miles over 27 days camping the entire way...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-09-2013, 05:41 AM
Replies: 503
Views: 92,876
Posted By Rick G
As I said, there is no reason why this thread...

As I said, there is no reason why this thread should not go on as my departed 1150GS was the best bike I ever owned.

As for the grass is always greener, I am not replacing it at this time. Just...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-08-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 7,678
Posted By Rick G
If it has not already been suggested, how about a...

If it has not already been suggested, how about a BMW R 80ST. It is the sister road bike to an R 80G/S which would be another fine choice. Many believe that the R 80 ST is the smoothest of the...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 503
Views: 92,876
Posted By Rick G
OP here. I love the fact that this thread just...

OP here. I love the fact that this thread just keeps on going.

However, after nearly 80,000 smiles I made the very hard decision to sell my GS to a fellow inmate. The bike was still running very...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-07-2013, 06:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,511
Posted By Rick G
Fortunately no harm, no foul. Live and learn. ...

Fortunately no harm, no foul. Live and learn.

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-01-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 517
Views: 166,613
Posted By Rick G
The ole brainfart routine! I have had a few of...

The ole brainfart routine! I have had a few of those myself over the years.

Rick G
Forum: GS Boxers 05-01-2013, 09:05 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,404
Posted By Rick G
Ignore the troll! :deal If this idiot had...

Ignore the troll! :deal

If this idiot had taken the time to read the thread, he would have discovered that the OP has already made a purchase and did pass on the high mileage GS.

What were you...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-29-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,404
Posted By Rick G
Great choice. Congrats! Those triples are...

Great choice. Congrats! Those triples are special. If it doesn't already have the Triumph Off Road (TOR) pipes, spring for them. Your ears will thank you for the wonderful music.

Ride safe on...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-29-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 517
Views: 166,613
Posted By Rick G
So what happend? That curve doesn't look that...

So what happend? That curve doesn't look that difficult. Sand in the road? Critter run in front of you? Brainfart?

Inquiring minds want to know.

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-28-2013, 07:51 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,418
Posted By Rick G
Now that is what I am talking about. :clap ...

Now that is what I am talking about. :clap Great story!! (two posts above)

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-28-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,418
Posted By Rick G
OP here. We are getting a bit off track. ...

OP here.

We are getting a bit off track. This thread is about POSITIVE experieces. We have enough threads about wackos.

Rick G
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-27-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,418
Posted By Rick G
Positive Bike Selling / Buying Experiences

There have been numerous threads about the crazy shit that happens when you are looking to buy or sell a bike. So how about a few positive stories to even things out?

OK, I'll start.

Today I...
Forum: Road warriors 04-26-2013, 07:09 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 12,568
Posted By Rick G
How about adding the Triumph Bonneville to the...

How about adding the Triumph Bonneville to the list? A classic 650 if you can wrench or new T100 if you can't. I can't so I own the T100. One of the most beautiful bikes ever made. Like the...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2013, 07:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 771
Posted By Rick G
That may be your opinion but not the opinion of...

That may be your opinion but not the opinion of many experts on motorcycles and suspensionns.

I put Ohlins on my 1150 GS at around 20,000 miles and the improvement in handling and road complaince...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-28-2013, 07:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,404
Posted By Rick G
My 04 1150 GS has the fuel strip (replaced twice...

My 04 1150 GS has the fuel strip (replaced twice and still doesn't work right) servo ABS brakes (no issues yet for me) and has the stick coils (replaced) though I believe that the stick coils are...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-23-2013, 06:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 905
Posted By Rick G
When your Wilbers need rebuilt in 30,000 miles or...

When your Wilbers need rebuilt in 30,000 miles or so, you will wish you still had those stockers. Just sayin....

To the OP, just about any top shelf shock will be way better than your stockers ad...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-22-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,404
Posted By Rick G
Just remember, there are lots of used bikes out...

Just remember, there are lots of used bikes out there. The right one will make itself apparent to you.

BTW. I forgot to mention throttle bodies. Mine needed rebuilt at around 75K. Had the...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-22-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,970
Posted By Rick G
Here in Ohio there is no law therefore no...

Here in Ohio there is no law therefore no enforcement. I actually read that in the local paper not too long ago.

Rick G
Forum: GS Boxers 03-22-2013, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9,599
Views: 1,452,748
Posted By Rick G
What a coincidence, I did too. I also liked it...

What a coincidence, I did too. I also liked it in the flesh and thought the proportions looked right. I liked the swingarm and exhaust on the other side. When I sat on it, I thought it felt right....
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