Forum: GS Boxers
05-11-2013, 10:52 AM
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-11-2013, 09:23 AM
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Replies: 16
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-11-2013, 09:17 AM
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Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left
05-09-2013, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 1,220
108 just opened
Hi 108 has been closed the past few due to recent storm. Opened this morning at 9;30.
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Forum: Americas
05-05-2013, 01:00 PM
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Replies: 31
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Take the hiways that have "a" at the end.
Unless my recollection is wrong I believe the old roads, (read two lane twisty less traffic), are marked with an "a" at the end.
Example:
The old highway is marked hi 25a, the new freeway is...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-05-2013, 12:29 PM
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Replies: 9
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check this out jd
I started a thread on here earlier in the week with exactly the same question. Check out this thread.
I bumped it up to make it easy to find. " rubber needs replacing..."
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-05-2013, 12:24 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 475
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-05-2013, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 7
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Iv'e had bad luck
I go thru bulbs on my 510's faster than I go thru socks. Mine are mounted on my engine protection bars, which Piaa says is ok. When I had them on a mounting bracket attached just under my beak, I had...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-04-2013, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 37
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I hear ya
When I first purchased my 05' GS bike, the fuel gauge seamed spot on. Then on one ride it seamed to be about half a gallon off. It would say I was out, but on fill up I could maybe get 4.5 gallons...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-04-2013, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 29
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Might not be a good idea
I have a friend who has had very bad luck attaching an ipod to his bike. The vibration kills it. Don't know if the same problem exists for phones.
Anyone with experience? I keep mine in my...
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Forum: Americas
05-04-2013, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,519
Free camping
Check out the laws in Canada. I have ridden up there quite a bit, and was told by locals that you can set up camp just about anywhere. I don't know for sure, but it's worth checking out.
Ride...
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Forum: Americas
05-04-2013, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 7
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I live just off 108
Tioga is not yet open, and my experience is that you cannot count on projected opening dates. Check before you leave.
That being said, there are many primitive camps sites east of 108 summit. A...
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Forum: Americas
05-04-2013, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 7
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Don't plan too much
Once you get on the road your going to change plans based on input from folks you will meet at the local pub. Get a general idea of where you want to go, then play it by ear. You'll have more fun....
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-04-2013, 08:51 AM
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Replies: 15
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What else should i do?
As long as I'm in there and wanting to learn about my bike, are there other simple maintenance items I should consider? Nothing too complex please.
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-02-2013, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 15
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Thanks folks
I'm sure you guys already know how helpful you are, and how appreciative I am.
There is a tool mentioned which I can't recall. It is used to remove the swing arm. You put a screw thru it and...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-02-2013, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 694
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-01-2013, 12:05 PM
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Replies: 15
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Using heat bolts
I'm starting to gain a little confidence working on my '05 1200GS. So far all I have done is standard maintenance, brakes, and tires. I have been searching this site looking for help on replacing the...
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Forum: Americas
04-30-2013, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 1,379
Check out Moab area in Utah
Lots of parks and worth seeing. Also check out North Idaho and North west Montana. highway 2. Your big problem is, there is way too much to see it all. Pick out a region and talk to the locals when...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 06:10 PM
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Replies: 236
Views: 19,614
I read it
I'm just saying, mine did the same. It's not unusual. I have 90k with no problems and no oil usage. My bike is running great, it just takes some time. It's not a problem.
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Forum: Americas
04-29-2013, 05:32 PM
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Replies: 14
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Consider a micro-brew trip
I like beer, you may not. But a micro -brew trip would be really cool. Oregon, Northern California. You could also do a w
ine trip on the same ride.
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Forum: Americas
04-29-2013, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 16
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I don't give out my spots
I don't believe it proper to give out specific spots. But you might want to consider Saratoga Wyoming.
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Forum: Americas
04-29-2013, 05:20 PM
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Replies: 11
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Don't count on it.
I live just off H-108, which is the pass just north of Tioga. At this time Tioga is not open. It should be open in a week or two, but don't count on it. Check before you come.
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Forum: Americas
04-29-2013, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 48
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Forum: Americas
04-29-2013, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 37
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Damn right
biggest mistake people make is figuring out what they might possible need and taking it. There are stores along the way. If you find you need something, you can always buy it on the road.
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Forum: Americas
04-29-2013, 04:32 PM
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Replies: 67
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What not to take
I cannot advise on a bike.
The best advice I can give is to not pack for more than a few days. Believe it or not California is not short of stores. You can get everything you might need on the...
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Forum: Americas
04-29-2013, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 37
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No big problems
The only difference between what your planning and what you probably do every weekend, is that you spend the night then keep going the same direction the next day. Make sure your maintenance is good...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 236
Views: 19,614
My bike used oil, not anymore
My '05 GS used oil like your talking about. At about 10k it started using less. Now at 90k it uses almost nothing. Plus, my mileage keeps getting better. Stop worrying. You have a good bike.
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 02:25 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,228
Can't Find it
I've always used 20 W 50 but can't find it anymore. Switched to 15 W 50, and I'm even finding that hard to find.
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 19
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Camping or hoteling?
I realize your looking for an article, not advice. Can't help with the article, but was wandering how you plan to travel. Camp, hotels, cook, eat out, Subway? How you choose to go makes one hell of a...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 22
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 12:08 PM
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Used both, like both
I've gone through about 10 sets of tires. I liked both of the brands you are referring to. I found the tourances last longer. I do prefer the Anakees handling, but no problems like your referring to.
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 1,759
Only you can decide
Only you can decide what is comfortable. I am 6' 1" with both knee and back surgery. I am also very inflexible. I need a riding position like I'm sitting on a bar stool. That is something I can do...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-28-2013, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 475
Thanks for the help
Sounds like something I will try myself. YOU LISTENING CURT!
Thanks for the help
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-27-2013, 09:20 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 475
Thanks
Jim, do you have a DVD which shows how? I have your 36k service DVD and found it extremely east to follow.
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-26-2013, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 475
Rubber Needs Replacing on my '05
I have over 90k miles on my '05 1200 GS. The rubber boot directly behind my transmission is shot and needs to be replaced. I would like to do the work myself if possible. I do all of my own service...
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Forum: GS Boxers
08-21-2011, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 712
Aeroflow!
I put an Aeroflow on my '05 GS and couldn't be happier. I spent the last few winters in North Idaho and northwest Montana. I rode quite a bit when the roads weren't icy. Very nice product; Extremely...
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Forum: GS Boxers
07-23-2011, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,254
Similar problem
Just recently my 05' GS with 82k miles started to show its yellow light about 1/2 gallon early. Today I filled up with the indicator showing just 3 miles until empty. I was able to squeeze exactly 5...
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Forum: GS Boxers
07-23-2011, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 134
Views: 19,931
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Forum: GS Boxers
07-23-2011, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,372
Give me a break
I don't care how experienced a rider you are; The GS is not good in the wind. When you are riding at a 10 to 15 degree angle because of cross wind and the gust quits, the bike is going turn. The GS...
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