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Forum: Beasts 02-25-2013, 08:25 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,466
Posted By makinwaves
Thanks Helo. And welcome to the forum!

Thanks Helo. And welcome to the forum!
Forum: Beasts 02-25-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,466
Posted By makinwaves
Ya, I wondered about that. They told me the bike...

Ya, I wondered about that. They told me the bike needed new seals every couple of years...which surprised me as my seals (non-beemer) are still stock, 7 years on. I'm not a big fan of frequent...
Forum: Beasts 02-24-2013, 09:57 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,466
Posted By makinwaves
Thanks for the continued advice. I'm taking my...

Thanks for the continued advice. I'm taking my time on this one. Local BMW shop had a 2009 F800GS for sale...30,000 miles for $9.6K. But when I showed up to test ride on Saturday they had pulled...
Forum: Equipment 02-21-2013, 11:01 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 133,813
Posted By makinwaves
I gotta agree with JTT. I really like my Cyklop...

I gotta agree with JTT. I really like my Cyklop outer and thought it was quite tapered too. I don't like the velcro on the collar as I find it too small and hard to fasten on the fly, but otherwise...
Forum: Beasts 02-09-2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,466
Posted By makinwaves
Went to the local BMW shop today...total of 6...

Went to the local BMW shop today...total of 6 used bikes in the entire inventory (and only one of which was a beemer, r1200r). Was hoping to demo a used or new F800GS or R1200GS, but no used and no...
Forum: Beasts 02-08-2013, 10:48 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,466
Posted By makinwaves
A buddy suggested a Tiger 1050. :ear

A buddy suggested a Tiger 1050. :ear
Forum: Beasts 02-07-2013, 11:54 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,466
Posted By makinwaves
Thanks for the opinions, both pro and con! It's...

Thanks for the opinions, both pro and con! It's helpful. Keep 'em coming.
Forum: Beasts 02-07-2013, 07:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,466
Posted By makinwaves
$10K to spend, what bike?

If you had $10K to spend and wanted to get another bike, what would you buy? Looking at getting rid of my current wheels and have freed up some cash. Now the shopping begins. :evil

Leaning...
Forum: Equipment 02-04-2013, 12:20 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 133,813
Posted By makinwaves
Ahh, I see. On the Halvarssons the waterproof...

Ahh, I see. On the Halvarssons the waterproof (winter) and vented (summer) layers are on the outside. The inner layers provide the majority of the protection. So no, the waterproof outer layer...
Forum: Equipment 02-04-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 558
Views: 133,813
Posted By makinwaves
I'm not sure I fully understand your HG problem,...

I'm not sure I fully understand your HG problem, but I would probably say no to the same issue with Halvarssons. I live in the "Wet" coast of Canada where it rains here all winter long and I have no...
Forum: Equipment 01-19-2013, 11:17 PM
Replies: 502
Views: 70,823
Posted By makinwaves
I know. I was busting yours right back. :lol3

I know. I was busting yours right back. :lol3
Forum: Equipment 01-18-2013, 11:10 PM
Replies: 502
Views: 70,823
Posted By makinwaves
Sorry to hear that. Hopefully they'll get it...

Sorry to hear that. Hopefully they'll get it right for you this time. :D
Forum: Equipment 01-01-2013, 06:01 AM
Replies: 502
Views: 70,823
Posted By makinwaves
Fail. If you're going to awaken an old...

Fail.

If you're going to awaken an old thread, at least post something interesting. :D
Forum: Equipment 11-09-2012, 11:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 970
Posted By makinwaves
+1 I've bought from them several times over...

+1

I've bought from them several times over the years. Great communication, great people. Have never had a problem.
Forum: Latin America 10-26-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
:lol3 Hey Charlie...I was just trying to be...

:lol3

Hey Charlie...I was just trying to be funny and stir the pot a little. This thread has been too funny to just let it die.

Cheers. :freaky
Forum: Latin America 10-26-2012, 06:48 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
Hi everyone. I'm looking for information...

Hi everyone. I'm looking for information regarding the ferry between Panama and Colombia. I heard you can take a ferry now and am really interested. Where do I catch it and how much does it cost? ...
Forum: Equipment 10-03-2012, 11:59 PM
Replies: 1,873
Views: 524,137
Posted By makinwaves
Same here. I guess I must be one in a million...

Same here. I guess I must be one in a million too! :lol3

To his credit Wayne replaced them with a new liner FREE OF CHARGE! The new one has worked pretty well but I'm starting to sense they may...
Forum: Ride reports 08-25-2012, 08:41 AM
Replies: 2,511
Views: 330,680
Posted By makinwaves
Your pictures are awesome! But it is this post...

Your pictures are awesome! But it is this post that I enjoyed the most. I like reading the stories and details of day to day life on the road. Keep the posts coming! :freaky
Forum: Europe 08-24-2012, 11:05 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,232
Posted By makinwaves
Great to see all the lads come together! :thumb

Great to see all the lads come together! :thumb
Forum: Equipment 08-14-2012, 07:55 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 133,813
Posted By makinwaves
Very sorry to hear that Erda. After 5 years of...

Very sorry to hear that Erda. After 5 years of wearing my jacket, almost daily, I've only had one zipper or snap problem. A portion of the zipper pull on my winter outer layer, on the sleeve,...
Forum: Ride reports 08-09-2012, 10:48 PM
Replies: 518
Views: 174,448
Posted By makinwaves
Hopefully he'll read this in time to fix the...

Hopefully he'll read this in time to fix the problem.

Oops, too late. :lol3



This still ranks up there as one of my favourite ride reports.
Forum: Equipment 08-08-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 450
Views: 96,314
Posted By makinwaves
Not quite...my almost 6 year old Halvarssons...

Not quite...my almost 6 year old Halvarssons Safety jacket has never leaked a drop. I ride year round in the Pacific Northwet.

To be fair though, most of my riding is commuting for no more than...
Forum: Ride reports 07-27-2012, 07:54 PM
Replies: 2,511
Views: 330,680
Posted By makinwaves
Welcome to BC! You're going to love it here!

Welcome to BC! You're going to love it here!
Forum: Latin America 07-15-2012, 10:00 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
:thumb I found some Colombian exports in the...

:thumb

I found some Colombian exports in the south of Chile of all places. They grow up good up there! :knary

I'm sure he'll be able to amuse himself while waiting for the ferry!
Forum: Latin America 07-15-2012, 12:16 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
Haha...hope you are joking just as much as I was....

Haha...hope you are joking just as much as I was. :lol3 There is no ferry run planned. :D
Forum: Latin America 07-15-2012, 08:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,859
Posted By makinwaves
MJ...did you end up riding in Argentina?

MJ...did you end up riding in Argentina?
Forum: Latin America 07-14-2012, 07:23 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
New route? :lol3 Lived most of my life in...

New route? :lol3

Lived most of my life in British ColUmbia so it's second nature to spell it wrong. Won't be the last time I'm sure!
Forum: Latin America 07-13-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
Chris, my uncle is with the Colombian port...

Chris, my uncle is with the Colombian port authority and on Monday they are going to allow a trial run with the ferry to test their recent increased capacity in staffing and facilities. Only max 100...
Forum: Latin America 07-06-2012, 06:58 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
:d

:d
Forum: Latin America 07-05-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
Isn't that what they said about the Titanic? ...

Isn't that what they said about the Titanic? :lol3
Forum: Equipment 06-29-2012, 11:34 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 133,813
Posted By makinwaves
K0m4 - great to see the pics of the gear and how...

K0m4 - great to see the pics of the gear and how well it held up. It's nice to know that real world tests support the ratings Halvarsson has received with this gear. And definitely that you walked...
Forum: Equipment 06-27-2012, 10:49 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 133,813
Posted By makinwaves
The biggest advantage is probably that they're...

The biggest advantage is probably that they're specifically designed for the safety layer, meaning you won't have excess material or restricted movement if you use something different. Not sure what...
Forum: Equipment 06-27-2012, 10:44 PM
Replies: 558
Views: 133,813
Posted By makinwaves
Very glad to hear you are unhurt! That's the...

Very glad to hear you are unhurt! That's the best news. :clap

Add me to the list of wanting to hear and see more details of how the gear performed. You might want to check with Jofama directly...
Forum: Ride reports 06-16-2012, 12:00 AM
Replies: 365
Views: 144,166
Posted By makinwaves
Still loving this ride report and admire your...

Still loving this ride report and admire your spirit for adventure. Hope your finances take a better turn.

Have you looked much into the Spanish economy right now? I met a cardiologist from...
Forum: Latin America 06-14-2012, 07:12 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
Congrats! :ricky

Congrats! :ricky
Forum: Latin America 06-12-2012, 09:03 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
I think the vast majority of people would agree...

I think the vast majority of people would agree that reversing the charges on your credit card is far easier than having to deal with cashing a check.
Forum: Ride reports 06-06-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 365
Views: 144,166
Posted By makinwaves
Glad to read all's well and how cool it must be...

Glad to read all's well and how cool it must be to have your dad come do some riding with you!

Off to your website now...
Forum: Latin America 06-06-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 36,777
Posted By makinwaves
Holy crap this thread has gone to the shitter. ...

Holy crap this thread has gone to the shitter. If you don't like someone just put them on ignore. Otherwise you start looking like the same ass that you proclaim the other to be.

Now about that...
Forum: Ride reports 06-06-2012, 08:12 AM
Replies: 365
Views: 144,166
Posted By makinwaves
Bump. Long time, no update. Hope everything...

Bump.

Long time, no update. Hope everything is okay. Excellent ride report.
Forum: Equipment 06-03-2012, 09:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,600
Posted By makinwaves
Damn, sorry to hear that. Can you send back to...

Damn, sorry to hear that. Can you send back to Rukka for repairs? Or perhaps not interested in that given it didn't provide the protection it should have?
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