Forum: GS Boxers
05-21-2013, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 442
Tom, for what you want, either one is a great...
Tom, for what you want, either one is a great choice. I'd say they are about 90% the same "experience. I own and love a 2005 GS and it has been wonderful. No issues, only do regular maintenance...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-07-2013, 04:43 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 3,137
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-06-2013, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 912
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-03-2013, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 587
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-03-2013, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 587
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-02-2013, 03:05 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,381
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-30-2013, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 375
Two (unlikely) things to ponder;
1....
Two (unlikely) things to ponder;
1. Battery? Not likely, considering the age and mileage, but a load test could help.
2. Related possible factor is the load on the bike's electrical system...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-29-2013, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 801
2005 gs
With all due respect to Jim (and other 2005-6 doubters), these early bikes either had problems early, or they didn't. My 2005, 29K miles, has been rock solid reliable and easy to live with. Have done...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-18-2013, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 392
Views: 35,012
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-17-2013, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 2,185
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-17-2013, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,331
New LC/Wethead section
Don't know the ADV history, but as a GS rider and prospect for an LC in the future, I'd really appreciate and benefit form a separate section. Many of visit multiple sections, so why not embrace and...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-13-2013, 06:17 AM
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Replies: 392
Views: 35,012
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Forum: Road warriors
12-02-2012, 05:30 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 6,273
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Forum: Road warriors
12-01-2012, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 3,719
Nice taste in bikes you have! Just got the twin...
Nice taste in bikes you have! Just got the twin to this one ; had it 2 weeks so far and I love it. :freaky. Amazing ride, light handling, plenty of stock power and all the goodies. Love Harleys too,...
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Forum: Road warriors
09-18-2012, 07:02 PM
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Replies: 302
Views: 58,590
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Forum: Road warriors
09-16-2012, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 302
Views: 58,590
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Forum: GS Boxers
06-10-2012, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,809
Centech
Thanks for the bump, will check it out.
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-27-2012, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,243
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-22-2012, 02:45 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,902
Congrats!
Welcome to the asylum and the GS/GSA world. You got a great bike and have an exciting trip ahead of you! Enjoy it and take plenty of pics!! :clap:clap
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-05-2012, 05:55 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,247
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-02-2012, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 9,633
Views: 1,455,072
def, I agree entirely with you. As a confirmed...
def, I agree entirely with you. As a confirmed and life long boxer (and 911) fan, the future is before us. When Porsche went "liquid", all of us "enthusiasts" were appalled, saddened, (fill in the...
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Forum: Road warriors
12-31-2011, 04:29 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,955
Wow!
Beautiful Thunder Gray, and it goes well the 2 other beauties. Enjoy the rides in 2012. :1drink
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Forum: Road warriors
12-30-2011, 06:14 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,955
Adding my congrats as well! :clap. Been lusting...
Adding my congrats as well! :clap. Been lusting for an RT for years, just need to decide on what gets cut loose. Either 2005 GS or a 2009 HD ultra, both of which I love for their unique charms. Most...
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Forum: GS Boxers
12-24-2011, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 4,834
Oldies
Well, twin brother Frank and I are 67 and still vertical. Been on beemers since 74 and now we both ride R 1200 GS's. Both have Harley baggers as well and I get throw a leg over an R1200 Cruiser,...
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Forum: Ride reports
05-04-2011, 06:06 PM
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Replies: 341
Views: 147,837
More, more!
It felt like "old times" reading your latest post. Thanks for sharing all your great adventures in such an entertaining way! Not only can you ride that Harley like a Ulysses, you can write like a...
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-05-2010, 12:58 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,641
Yeah, my experiences too. 2005 GS, 18K miles. ...
Yeah, my experiences too. 2005 GS, 18K miles. Lot's of issues......3 oil changes, 1 FD oil change, 3 valve adjusts, 0ne set of tires, one headlight bulb. Guess I need to look to another mfr. for...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
04-20-2010, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 1,763
Views: 137,354
Sunday ride
Hey, Dean; that was a fun ride. As you said, it was challenging (at least to me!), but I learned a lot and had a blast! Great videos and pics, (especially the nice yellow DR650)! :evil
Thanks...
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Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan
04-12-2010, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 1,763
Views: 137,354
Ride yesterday
Hey, guys this noob had a blast, it was great to ride with all of you. Even my "OOPS" (unfortunately caught on video :huh) was fun. Lunch was awesome, and this "tired puppy" made it home by 6:30. ...
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Forum: GS Boxers
07-23-2009, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 373
Yes, CEL=Check Engine Light, OTW known as the...
Yes, CEL=Check Engine Light, OTW known as the code (display) thrown when there is a running or emissions fault/code detected. Frank's question is how to get rid of it and what in the "low pressure...
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-11-2009, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 670
Jumping in here with no direct, first hand...
Jumping in here with no direct, first hand experience, but......Have you considered the neutral position switch? As the bike went down on the left side, is it possible that the switch/wiring/harness...
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Forum: GS Boxers
06-19-2006, 06:40 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 4,765
Connectors
Put me down too. Just got the 2610, now I need to wire it up. 2 or 3 would be good. Thanks!
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-28-2006, 06:43 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,442
Oil Cooler Guard
I too had similar issues as BobV1, so a little empathy is appropriate. I didn't want to loosen the oil cooler mounting nuts as they were really cinched down and my socket wrench didn't fit all that...
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Forum: Equipment
05-15-2006, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,860
Tank Bag
I'm with Jim on the SW Mototech bag. Small, but big enough for all the "stuff" we carry on a personal basis these days. Easily and instantly removable, no interference at all.
Had a Marsee...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-11-2006, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 10,569
Impressive!
Those new seats are awesome. If they " ride" as good as they look, it'll be a treat. It'll definitely be worth the wait.:clap
Can I ask about your side cases? Whose are they? They also look...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-23-2006, 05:15 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 769
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-19-2006, 06:42 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 605
Tire Change
Jim, thanks to you for checking this out. Will see you on Saturday, need anything besides the GS?? :evil
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-16-2006, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 543
Oil Smell
Ken, congrats on the new GS! As to "they all do that", I don't buy that. I've been doing oil changes for years on oilheads and just did the 6K on my 2005 R1200GS, and no oil smell ever.
The only...
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-10-2006, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,019
Back in the saddle!
Hey Chris (NCGS), it's great to hear of your progress on the med front. Hopefully you'll be back on a GS(A) soon; sorry you can't have yours back! I love it and it's definitely staying with me.:lol3 ...
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-17-2006, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,778
Kudos on Chicane
Just mounted the Chicane Summit tail bag on my 1200GS. Second what is said about quality and fit. And I did talk to Randy at Chicane. Very helpful and I got the bag when promised. :clap All around.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-14-2006, 07:41 AM
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Replies: 58
Views: 3,238
Slogan
"Whoop de doos" and twisties too! And it's great on the interstate!
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