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Forum: Equipment 05-12-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 394
Posted By SpeedyK
If she can find a pair of TCX Sunray...

If she can find a pair of TCX Sunray...
Forum: Equipment 05-11-2013, 09:46 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 19,109
Posted By SpeedyK
Not to be smart, but UPS is rarely better in any...

Not to be smart, but UPS is rarely better in any way than alternatives. I will always choose anything else, and have cancelled orders because the vendor only offered UPS. They probably have the...
Forum: Equipment 05-09-2013, 10:46 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,459
Posted By SpeedyK
I mostly still use a Panasonic G1. Don't know if...

I mostly still use a Panasonic G1. Don't know if newer models have the same little touches, but there is some evidence that photogs were involved in its development. If I have it set on P and take a...
Forum: Equipment 05-09-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 309
Posted By SpeedyK
If you can, try them on. In general TCX fits me...

If you can, try them on. In general TCX fits me and Dianese doesn't.
Forum: Equipment 05-07-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,459
Posted By SpeedyK
Ya might want to look through this thread...yah...

Ya might want to look through this thread...yah it's long, but...http://www.luminous-landscape.com/forum/index.php?PHPSESSID=8019117b95fab25b5c75c8d15edaa57b&topic=69796.0
Forum: Equipment 05-06-2013, 02:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,208
Posted By SpeedyK
Another option for those who missed the...

Another option for those who missed the sale...http://carl.krall.org/wordpress/?page_id=986

Not my idea, got it from one of the Concours forums.
Forum: Equipment 05-06-2013, 02:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,427
Posted By SpeedyK
http://carl.krall.org/wordpress/?page_id=965 ...

http://carl.krall.org/wordpress/?page_id=965

There's a link in the article to a guy who makes a kit as well, I think he also sells them via eBay.
Forum: Equipment 05-06-2013, 01:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 629
Posted By SpeedyK
Checking at the top of the screen, yep says ADV...

Checking at the top of the screen, yep says ADV Rider, not GQ Rider. :D

My experience with earlier Schoeller fabrics is kinda meh, the stuff I have keeps looking good, and I've worn it a fair bit...
Forum: Equipment 05-06-2013, 01:31 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,427
Posted By SpeedyK
Nippondenso Alternator on my 73 Eldorado. Charges...

Nippondenso Alternator on my 73 Eldorado. Charges at idle! I know that's normal now, but on a loopframe Guzzi...and that fostered other good additions like more auxiliary lights. Plus it felt good to...
Forum: Equipment 05-06-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 482
Posted By SpeedyK
Glad you're okay. I really like my Transit pants,...

Glad you're okay. I really like my Transit pants, but bought them used. If you can stand the idea of fabric, the stretch kevlar Motoports are very nice as well. The Transit have a lower rise, which I...
Forum: Equipment 05-05-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 424
Posted By SpeedyK
Sure, but can you text a review of the movie...

Sure, but can you text a review of the movie while watching the movie while riding?

:rofl:rofl

Seriously, nice work. I'm just concentrating on riding when I go out there. I like the marine...
Forum: Equipment 05-04-2013, 01:48 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 26,472
Posted By SpeedyK
Friend who bought the "originals" and then some...

Friend who bought the "originals" and then some of these just bought another set of the linked ones for another bike. Based on his experience with both, I'm likely to buy a set of the linked ones.
Forum: Equipment 05-03-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 26,472
Posted By SpeedyK
Another example of a...

Another example of a lookalike...http://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/mini-auxiliary-lights/2-round-10-watt-led-mini-auxiliary-work-light/1386/
Forum: Equipment 05-02-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,459
Posted By SpeedyK
I like M4/3, but prefer the Panasonic G-series....

I like M4/3, but prefer the Panasonic G-series. Articulated LCD is useful for various reasons, but in sun the EVF is better, esp, when close-focusing.

Another consideration, if you are proficient...
Forum: Equipment 04-26-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 921
Posted By SpeedyK
Shop when you have a lot of time. Try a...

Shop when you have a lot of time.

Try a bunch of helmets on and note differences in pressure on your noggin. When you have it narrowed down to 2 or 3 helmets, put one on and wear it around the...
Forum: Equipment 04-19-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 561
Posted By SpeedyK
Nice looking jacket(!), agree that armor should...

Nice looking jacket(!), agree that armor should be included. The Aerostich Transit jacket doesn't have a lot of branding on it, or at least my older one doesn't. And the leather is heavy, waterproof,...
Forum: Equipment 04-15-2013, 02:19 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,243
Posted By SpeedyK
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=452730
Forum: Equipment 04-13-2013, 07:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 951
Posted By SpeedyK
I converted the Borrani spoked wheels on my 1973...

I converted the Borrani spoked wheels on my 1973 Eldorado to tubeless. There is a little loss over a week or two which I could probably solve by using some tire mounting solution on the rim next...
Forum: Equipment 04-12-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,882
Posted By SpeedyK
Edge makes some nice stuff, I have used the...

Edge makes some nice stuff, I have used the Kazbek polarised and they go in a helmet nicely...http://www.safetyglassesusa.com/edgeeyewear.html

Also, REI sometimes has Native glasses on clearance,...
Forum: Equipment 04-04-2013, 12:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,436
Posted By SpeedyK
That's one of them...off to find that out of date...

That's one of them...off to find that out of date dental xray, I think one view has my skull, maybe I can cut it so I'm looking through my own eye-holes...Thank you for that, Mr. Know-It-All. :^)
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 887
Posted By SpeedyK
Leaving the bluetooth on in most places is just...

Leaving the bluetooth on in most places is just fine. However, the hotel happened to be full of programmers for some project nearby, so there was probably a vulnerability exploited. I'm guessing on...
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 887
Posted By SpeedyK
One thing I would be looking for is the ability...

One thing I would be looking for is the ability to root the phone, which means being able to go into admin mode and install more up-to-date builds of Android on it. Typically, after a phone has been...
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2013, 12:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,437
Posted By SpeedyK
Looks really good! Where did you get the tape?...

Looks really good! Where did you get the tape? I'd like to have most of my helmet hi-viz, but also eye-zinging at night. This looks like a good way to have both.
Forum: Vendors 03-26-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,693
Posted By SpeedyK
It's a good deal, less than...

It's a good deal, less than direct...http://www.emultifunnel.com/BuyMultiFunnel.aspx
Forum: Equipment 03-24-2013, 03:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 850
Posted By SpeedyK
I have a Transit, what do you want to know? Mine...

I have a Transit, what do you want to know? Mine has never been in rain, live in the southwest, the heat coating makes the surface temp lower, but it's still a thick black leather set of gear.
Forum: Equipment 03-22-2013, 11:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,577
Posted By SpeedyK
Whenever I was issued a new pair of work gloves,...

Whenever I was issued a new pair of work gloves, first thing I'd do is turn them inside-out, putting the seams on the outside. This makes them a little roomier, maybe 1/4 size up, and there are...
Forum: Equipment 03-22-2013, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 653
Posted By SpeedyK
My experience isn't with MC boots getting that...

My experience isn't with MC boots getting that worn, but the heels of my hiking boots can wear through if there's too much sloppage in heel fit.

Easy solution is stick-on Moleskin or Molefoam in...
Forum: Equipment 03-20-2013, 12:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 801
Posted By SpeedyK
Great way to try out boots is to buy them here in...

Great way to try out boots is to buy them here in the Gear section. I've gotten two nice riding suits and 3 sets of boots here, at greatly reduced prices, in one case with the tags still on them. You...
Forum: Equipment 03-06-2013, 11:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,436
Posted By SpeedyK
Try a piece of x-ray film. Some folks have cut...

Try a piece of x-ray film. Some folks have cut them to fit in the helmet itself, so it doesn't go up with the shield. Can't find that page right now.
Forum: Equipment 03-06-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 830
Posted By SpeedyK
Buy SOMETHING and always wear it. Maybe look at...

Buy SOMETHING and always wear it. Maybe look at used Motoport and Aerostich and Rukka and Halverson if you want to move up more cheaply and try things out. Many people wear a jacket and jeans...
Forum: Equipment 02-27-2013, 08:03 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,269
Posted By SpeedyK
Opinel. Carbon steel takes a sharp edge...

Opinel.

Carbon steel takes a sharp edge quickly.
Wood handle looks good, feels good and I guess is less threatening.
Lock mechanism different but works well.
Many sizes to choose from. I like a...
Forum: Equipment 02-24-2013, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 620
Posted By SpeedyK
Know nothing about the Klim. I was out in an...

Know nothing about the Klim. I was out in an Alpinestars black leather jacket, the Spinner, and a pair of Transit pants. Standing in a sunny AZ parking lot on a hot day talking and sweating.
...
Forum: Vendors 02-23-2013, 09:50 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 12,690
Posted By SpeedyK
Thank you, wouldn't have found it without your...

Thank you, wouldn't have found it without your doing that.

Didn't read through the whole thread, so this might be redundant, but Google has an app called My Tracks, which will use the GPS to map...
Forum: Vendors 12-23-2012, 04:20 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 13,226
Posted By SpeedyK
Thanks for the info, I'll pop by again to check...

Thanks for the info, I'll pop by again to check out the new oil. Maybe use the first post for complete listings on VOA, weights, and prices so it's easy to find.
Forum: Vendors 12-23-2012, 01:07 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 13,226
Posted By SpeedyK
I'm very interested, but curious why the VOA on...

I'm very interested, but curious why the VOA on the 15w-50 shows low ZDDP. I saw a mention of 1371, wondered why the disparity. Need it for flat-tappet engines, so that number is important. Please...
Forum: Equipment 11-27-2012, 05:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 993
Posted By SpeedyK
I'd look at Micro 4/3 stuff from Panasonic or...

I'd look at Micro 4/3 stuff from Panasonic or Olympus for lens choices (you can adapt nearly any lens ever made to them), or Sony RX100 if you just want a good adaptable pocket camera. I'm still...
Forum: Equipment 11-25-2012, 11:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,792
Posted By SpeedyK
Wool ones on BF sale at EMS for...

Wool ones on BF sale at EMS for $30...http://www.ems.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12513546
Forum: Equipment 11-22-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,792
Posted By SpeedyK
one vendor on amazon has exofficio boxer briefs...

one vendor on amazon has exofficio boxer briefs for less than 20 bux, black is cheapest. wool would be better, but $$$ Also, patagonia and rei brands are close to the exes.
wash them in the shower...
Forum: Equipment 11-22-2012, 04:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,670
Posted By SpeedyK
I mostly use a bicycle pump, but sometimes rims...

I mostly use a bicycle pump, but sometimes rims don't have clearance for the nozzle lever, esp. vintage bikes with drums. Then the Costco jumpstarter with compressor comes in handy. Portable, pumps a...
Forum: Equipment 11-20-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 503
Posted By SpeedyK
Giant loop?

Giant loop?
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