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Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 07:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 516
Posted By mikegc
Problem with HID conversion

Sure did with VVME & DDM. The DDM worked for a while but, after cold nights outside, I'd get fault codes after repeated start-ups.

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 04:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 516
Posted By mikegc
Problem with HID conversion, HELP

I had the exact problem you describe with my '09 GSA. After a lot of trial and fault codes, I got a 35W kit and it has been trouble free. Some of the '09s, for some reason know only to CANbus,...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 04:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,695
Posted By mikegc
AirHawk on a GS

TP,

Since you have tailbone issues, you may want to take a look at Saddleman's link: http://www.saddlemen.com/Products/K2Mart/SEATS/ADVENTURE-TRACK-SEATS/Adventure-Track-Seats.html...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 06:08 AM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,361
Posted By mikegc
What have you done to your GS or GS Adventure today?

Then you may want to give Aerostitch a call. They do custom work and manufacture great products in the USA. Take a look at their Darien Light trousers.

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 03:34 AM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,361
Posted By mikegc
What have you done to your GS or GS Adventure today?

May I suggest you take a look at BMW's Comfort Shell pants? I have them and found they work quite well. They're comfortable, armored and the "smart fabric" works.

Mike
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-08-2013, 02:45 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 21,109
Posted By mikegc
Duty

Dang, Dennis, I did get a steak almost as soon as we got to the reception station. We arrived at dinner time and, after that 13 hour flight, the cadre took us to the mess hall. I wolfed that sucker...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-07-2013, 09:01 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 21,109
Posted By mikegc
Duty

Thank you, gentlemen.

Ricochetrider, your dad was a member of the Greatest Generation, using Tom Brokaw's excellent moniker. They left home, did their duty, returned and quietly went on with...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-06-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,954
Posted By mikegc
Fuel strip fix?

Jeez! Glad you're okay!

Mike
Forum: Ride reports 05-02-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 1,912
Views: 884,759
Posted By mikegc
Coast to Coast (and back?) with an Italian Supermodel

I sure hope the sand gets douched, the panties laundered and the potato salad is thrown out. Mifune has indicated he didn't mean it as it sounded. May we get back to Dennis' excellent thread and quit...
Forum: Ride reports 05-01-2013, 02:33 AM
Replies: 1,912
Views: 884,759
Posted By mikegc
Coast to Coast (and back?) with an Italian Supermodel

After reading Mifune’s post, I took his meaning to be encouraging the rest of us to get out there, follow Dennis’ “tracks” or make our own.
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Forum: GS Boxers 04-25-2013, 06:14 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 21,803
Posted By mikegc
1200GS Fuel Pump Flange Crack

From Burns Moto: http://www.burnsmoto.com/bmw-fuel-pump-bypass-cable.php (http://www.burnsmoto.com/bmw-fuel-pump-bypass-cable.php) It's a great set of wires to have on NM 9 . . . believe me!
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Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 21,803
Posted By mikegc
1200GS Fuel Pump Flange Crack

You're right. I initially tried to use the OEM "stuff" but I had the metal QDs in my tool kit, you know, in case this known issue happened somewhere in the BFE. Glad, now, those female ends failed...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 21,803
Posted By mikegc
1200GS Fuel Pump Flange Crack

I hope keeping the factory plastic QDs works for you. On my '09 GSA, one broke into two pieces when I removed it while the other just cracked a little. Needless to say, they were quite brittle and I...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-17-2013, 04:07 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 21,803
Posted By mikegc
1200GS Fuel Pump Flange Crack

Before repairing my '09 GSA, I read too many reports about JB Weld failures. I used the stuff Beemer Boneyard sends with the clamps. It's been in place about 5 months and I've had no problems at...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-16-2013, 01:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 730
Posted By mikegc
GREAT ADVICE, Jayhawk! I purchased a couple of...

GREAT ADVICE, Jayhawk! I purchased a couple of different sized spools from these guys: http://www.cableorganizer.com/nylon/ (http://www.cableorganizer.com/nylon/)

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 04-13-2013, 03:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 730
Posted By mikegc
Help with an electric tank ring install

I did the coat hanger-thing that Jayhawk GSA did with the tank ring a couple of years ago. I had the tank off a few weeks ago when servicing the brakes and finally zip-tied the wire to the frame. ...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-12-2013, 02:23 AM
Replies: 2,052
Views: 260,996
Posted By mikegc
Let's see your sunsets/sunrises.

Wow, again, Dave! Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

Mike
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-08-2013, 04:34 AM
Replies: 3,225
Views: 686,696
Posted By mikegc
I left Mexican Hat pretty early one morning. When...

I left Mexican Hat pretty early one morning. When I crested the same hill as COscooter and saw that magnificent sight, I pulled over in the little turn-out you see at the bottom of the hill in his...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-06-2013, 04:43 AM
Replies: 8,036
Views: 3,983,796
Posted By mikegc
Let's see your 1200GS/A

Many thanks, Manuel.

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 04-05-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 8,036
Views: 3,983,796
Posted By mikegc
Let's see your 1200GS/A

That's really sharp. Would you mind telling where you got the kit?

Mike
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-04-2013, 04:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,057
Posted By mikegc
Why we ride

Dakez hit the nail on the head: “I ride because it's fun.” I’ve been riding for a long time and started out on a ’64 Sears Moped I bought new. When I got back from Vietnam in ’70, I figured, “Well,...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-03-2013, 06:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 644
Posted By mikegc
1200GS cuts out PLEASE HELP

Glad you found it! When it happened to my machine, a Colorado dealer worked his lead tech to death on the problem as I was about to begin a two week trip. This guy worked on it (on a Saturday) from...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-03-2013, 04:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 644
Posted By mikegc
1200GS cuts out PLEASE HELP

I had the same issue and finally, my local dealer figured out what it was: the crankshaft sensor. He put the bike on the bench and let it run while a large blower kept air flowing. After 10...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-03-2013, 03:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,181
Posted By mikegc
Touratech: ...

Touratech: http://www.touratech-usa.com/Store/PN-M05789-20/Front-Fender-Extender-Matte-Black-Suzuki-V-Strom-DL650-2011-and-earlier-DL1000...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-03-2013, 02:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,267
Posted By mikegc
2009 R1200GS ADV clutch failure

Bin Ridin made a good comment. Not long after I got my '09 GSA, there was a service bulletin about re-routing the clutch slave line. I believe they basically replaced a zip tie installed at the...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-02-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,156
Posted By mikegc
Keep breaking fog lights 2008 GSA

I busted my OEM lights in low-speed get-offs. I tried the JB Weld trick and it held for several hours. I got rid of the OEM mounting bar and mounted a pair of Kristas using PIAA Bar Mounts on the...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-01-2013, 10:58 AM
Replies: 8,036
Views: 3,983,796
Posted By mikegc
Well said, LPOL. At least you can be on Utah 12...

Well said, LPOL. At least you can be on Utah 12 in day, if you slab it a bit. Jeez, I gott do Kansas and THAT reminds me how big the earth is :D.

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 04-01-2013, 02:23 AM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 194,286
Posted By mikegc
HID Conversion on a 12GS (pictorial)

Not a foolish question at all. Jim is quite correct about the bulbs/ballast. I installed a 35W kit in my '09 GSA in March of 2011 and it's still going strong. I've a spare bulb and ballast in the bag...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-01-2013, 02:15 AM
Replies: 1,890
Views: 559,853
Posted By mikegc
As I recall, Jeff said, "Hold my beer and watch...

As I recall, Jeff said, "Hold my beer and watch this."

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 04-01-2013, 02:12 AM
Replies: 8,036
Views: 3,983,796
Posted By mikegc
You bet . . . can't wait to get back out there! ...

You bet . . . can't wait to get back out there!

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 03-31-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 1,890
Views: 559,853
Posted By mikegc
I look forward to it, Jeff. Can't come around...

I look forward to it, Jeff. Can't come around soon enough!

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 03-31-2013, 03:00 PM
Replies: 1,890
Views: 559,853
Posted By mikegc
Here's one of you ridin' that sucker: ...

Here's one of you ridin' that sucker:

http://mikegc.smugmug.com/Other/August-Tour-2012/i-Nm6RrmX/0/L/DSC_0126-L.jpg...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-31-2013, 04:56 AM
Replies: 8,036
Views: 3,983,796
Posted By mikegc
Let's see your 1200GS/A

My '09 GSA has a few farkles that help me to get from North Carolina to places like this:

http://mikegc.smugmug.com/Other/August-Tour-2012/i-hCBS5cX/0/L/DSC_0295-L.jpg...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-29-2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 1,890
Views: 559,853
Posted By mikegc
Here's another favorite from last summer on Utah...

Here's another favorite from last summer on Utah 12:

http://mikegc.smugmug.com/Other/Motorsickle/i-hCBS5cX/0/L/DSC_0295-L.jpg...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-29-2013, 02:28 AM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,361
Posted By mikegc
What have you done to your GS or GS Adventure today?

Very nice! I admire your skills.

Mike
Forum: GS Boxers 03-28-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 1,890
Views: 559,853
Posted By mikegc
Your favorite GS picture........

Near Fort Davis, TX:

http://mikegc.smugmug.com/Other/Motorsickle/i-wBpD9mR/0/L/DSC_0181%20-%20Copy-L.jpg (http://mikegc.smugmug.com/Other/Motorsickle/12411220_9XK82b#!i=2430556317&k=wBpD9mR)
...
Forum: Equipment 03-28-2013, 02:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,169
Posted By mikegc
Jesse Luggage photos from around the world

Chisos Mountains:

http://mikegc.smugmug.com/Other/August-Tour-2012/i-n3PmB8S/0/L/DSC_0243.%20-%20Copy_tonemapped-L.jpg...
Forum: Equipment 03-26-2013, 05:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,169
Posted By mikegc
Jesse Luggage photos from around the world

I felt like I should post my experience with Al Jesse's customer service. Last summer, I left NC on a business/monkey business trip across the US. I finished work commitments one Wedsday in Boise, ID...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-22-2013, 03:56 AM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,361
Posted By mikegc
What have you done to your GS or GS Adventure today?

Mr. Head (love the moniker!), when things seem to stack up against me in a manner in which you've described your predicaments, my wife generally responds with, "Well, at least I'm not pregnant." ...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-20-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,361
Posted By mikegc
What have you done to your GS or GS Adventure today?

I look forward to reading about your new bike! Meahwhile, please consider doing a write-up in Faceplant as you sound very lucky to be here. I'm glad you're okay!!!!!!!

Mike
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