Forum: GS Boxers
05-07-2013, 04:39 PM
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Replies: 7
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08 aux fuel
I did my 08 gs. I use a pump on mine, there is a open port on the pump plate that I used To go into the main. I thought it would be a lot cheaper to replace the plate than a tank if things went bad....
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Forum: Americas
02-10-2013, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 3,044
Alaska
I did it in 09 from GA. You may want to post on regional and ask. When I was there, the HD dealer in Anchorage had a grass/yard area that any biker could camp at. It even had a bathroom/shower you...
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-10-2013, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 973
Aux tank
The installation is real basic. The fuel line into the main tank is plumbed into the fuel pump plate. The vent for the main tank is the same as it was, that way if I pull it off nothing is changed...
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-08-2013, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 973
Extra Gas
When I started to look for a GS, I really wanted the big tank. But other items of the adventure I just couldn't justify the added cost. So I ended up with 08 GS, and 160-170 miles per tank just...
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-05-2013, 02:17 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,501
drive shaft
They did mine, about 1k on it so far. Mine didn't come apart, so no damage. Happy with what I got back. It was 225 or 250 to replace both joints. I think all they do is drive train service. I would...
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-17-2012, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 201
Views: 22,957
Fuel strip
08 GS, my first strip went out this this summer at 73k. I bought a strip and installed it. 2 miles later it failed. went to the dealer. They said it needs to calibrate it. So I paid them to do it,...
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-06-2012, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,858
Gas
There is a photo of it in Trip planning," got gas". #33 I leave it on most of the time. I only have to fill it up every 360 to 400 miles (plumbed into the main tank). I have almost 75K with this...
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Forum: GS Boxers
10-05-2012, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,858
Extra Fuel
I have 4 1/2 gallon fuel cell that mounts where the rear seat mounts on my 08. It has a large deck on top where I throw all my camping gear. Makes it nice when I travel, I only have to stop for fuel...
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Forum: GS Boxers
09-04-2012, 06:47 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,591
tire change
If you get in a real pinch, strap your tire on and you can come up my way NW GA. 2.5hrs from your area and I will help you.
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Forum: Hacks
05-26-2012, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 909
West Hills
I bought a Patrol from them late this winter!
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Forum: GS Boxers
04-27-2012, 01:13 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 5,600
Camping
I was much like you back in 09, I had my mid-life crisis! I took off from Georgia to Alaska and spent the next 27 days on the road. It was great! I started out going to K-Mart, Under $100 I got a 2 ...
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Forum: Hacks
04-12-2012, 06:30 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,673
Ural tank
Oscar95
I would like to have a photo or two of your set-up for your ural. Just got a 2011 patrol and the range of it drives me nuts! I've built several aux tank for my other bikes that doubled the...
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Forum: Americas
04-12-2012, 06:06 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,569
Trip
If you are going to the L A area. Think about the coast road (PCH) from LA to San Fran. It has been on my bucket list for years! I did it from LA to Washington a few years ago. IMHO the section...
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Forum: Hacks
03-06-2012, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,295
Me To!
I'm new to a Hack also. I thought I was having a heart attack the other day, my chest was hurting. One thing I found that help me on my rig (2011 Patrol), I took some tape and marked the handlebars...
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-27-2012, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 73
Views: 5,871
Fuel Range
08 gs with 65k on it, and I can figure 42mpg every day! I have checked fuel gauge to the count down mileage almost every time! At about 165-170 miles the yellow warning comes on and the count down...
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Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains
01-14-2012, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 639
Views: 25,229
Mmm
It's only a 2 day ride to get here Rick! Hike up that skirt and come on ! YA IN ? YA OUT?
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Forum: GS Boxers
12-18-2011, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 3,398
Fuel
I know you didn't want a fuel cell, I was in the same spot. Hated the miles per tank I was getting on my 08.I would get about 165 to the fuel low warning. And if I would run it down to "0" it would...
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Forum: GS Boxers
12-15-2011, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 3,473
plugs
My 08 GS OEM plug EKC has a copper electrode, the EKP has a platium electrode. That is the only difference. Besides the price.
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Forum: GS Boxers
12-15-2011, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 3,473
Plugs
Check at a local auto parts for NGKDCPR8EKP plugs. The price is better than BMW prices. My 08 GS OEM plugs were NGKDCPR8EKC., The NGK Tech Rep told me that these plugs are the same except what the...
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Forum: Hacks
12-10-2011, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,893
width
Thanks Dirtydr, that's what I needed. The photos really helped.
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Forum: Hacks
12-10-2011, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,893
Ural width
Can anyone tell me how wide a ural rig is from the outside of the l/s cylinder to the outside of the hack fender. I am thinking of getting a ural that I will need to trailer home, and not sure if I...
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Forum: GS Boxers
12-09-2011, 04:56 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,788
Comprssion test
When you do a comprssion test, make sure you are @ tdc then open the oil fill cap. If you have ring blow-by you should be able to hear it from the fill port. If you have valve blow-by, exhuast you...
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Forum: Equipment
12-01-2011, 06:30 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 4,770
Tents
After the use of a cheap tent for several years, I was in the market for a good tent. I went to the national rally at Redmond. I looked at alot of tents and talked to alot of guys about them. I had...
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Forum: Trip Planning
11-04-2011, 05:26 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 5,397
Alaska 09
I cann't believe the good weather I had on my trip ! 26 days, and maybe 3 hrs of light rain. I did have some light rain on the Dalton on the North Slope. It got a little greasy, The worst was when...
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Forum: Trip Planning
10-29-2011, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 5,397
Tires
I did the Alaska thing in 09, I departed home with a set of tire with a couple of thousand miles to go. From GA. To cheap to waste that rubber! So I hualed a new set with me. I found a shop to change...
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Forum: Equipment
10-08-2011, 06:44 PM
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Replies: 184
Views: 48,606
Alaska 09
I made one for my last bike also ! I had to look for it.
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Forum: Equipment
10-08-2011, 06:29 PM
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Replies: 184
Views: 48,606
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Forum: The Garage
10-06-2011, 01:53 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 6,688
Drills
Go out and find some good bits ( 135 degree, spilt tip ). You sould start with a drill about .100 diameter. WITH lube, med. to high pressure, LOW SPEED ! These bits will cost you a couple of bucks...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
09-28-2011, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 5,981
Views: 1,984,023
Ca 36
Yes we did run up that way after RT 36 ! Yes that was Jesse James's bike, a friend has it. This was our annual run, 5-6 guys that met in AK in 09. We try to do a run together once a year.
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Forum: Trip Planning
09-26-2011, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 8,805
Pch
I did the PCH ilast year! I did it by myself, iI took 4 days from LA to the WA. Great ride, I took time to stop and take photos. I didn't stop at every little town. I did stop every now and then to...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
09-23-2011, 09:37 AM
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Replies: 5,981
Views: 1,984,023
Signs
Ithink this was RT 36 CA.
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Forum: Equipment
09-22-2011, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 1,158
Views: 539,583
Extra 200 miles
It's made of aluminum. The past few years it has been great for touring, I have it set up pretty well with a few things that I can attech to it and throw my camping stuff on the back and take off! I...
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Forum: Equipment
09-21-2011, 10:23 AM
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Replies: 1,158
Views: 539,583
Extra 200 miles!
Unhappy with standard mile per tank! An extra 4.5 gallons of fuel.
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Forum: GS Boxers
08-12-2011, 10:19 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,883
plugs
08 GS I have been using NGKDCPR8EKP plugs for some time and mileage. Without any trouble. According to NGK tech rep they are the same as as OEM (NGKDCPR8EKC),except the electrode is platinum!...
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Forum: GS Boxers
08-05-2011, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 2,711
gas mileage
08 GS around home mine will get 41 - 46 mpg. The yellow fuel lite come on at 165 miles, red at 182 mile. When I fuel at yellow 3.8 gallons, red 4.1 gallons. I've never run it lower than that! When I...
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Forum: GS Boxers
06-23-2011, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 953
tires
Give Rocky Mountain ATV/MC a try. I switched to them over SW MOTO.
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Forum: Equipment
05-21-2011, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 702
jesse bags
I also had the same thoughts! I spoke with them about it before I ordered mine. I have the Safari bags going on 3 years, no problems yet. I load mine FULL when I travel.
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-16-2011, 05:19 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 6,929
Tank
It isn't bad, it only weighs 25 lbs empty. 50 lbs full of fuel. So it's not any different than riding with a small child on the back! It is plumbed into the main tank, so I can run up to 400 miles...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-16-2011, 04:58 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,351
EBC Brakes
EBC has a problem with their catalog. The same thing happened to me years back. I think they have good brakes. The best thing you can do is take a set of brakes with you, they have a pattern on the...
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-13-2011, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 6,929
Extra Fuel
When I travel I have this set up, it brings me up to a little under 10 gallons. It's been great out west on the back roads. So no more whinning from my friends with ADV's about stopping. I can strap...
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