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Forum: Parallel Universe 05-16-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 825
Posted By Mollygrubber
Really, hey? First person I've heard of that...

Really, hey? First person I've heard of that didn't love the Mirage II. I've had one for a couple of years and 25 or 30 thousand km, I think it works great. Another vote. And FWIW, the Desierto is...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-02-2013, 08:25 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 40,056
Posted By Mollygrubber
Exactly what I did. Truly a do-everything bike....

Exactly what I did. Truly a do-everything bike. There are very few resale units here either FWIW.
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-02-2013, 08:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 866
Posted By Mollygrubber
Here's my experience, FWIW. The dealer I go to...

Here's my experience, FWIW. The dealer I go to has a newish G650GS as a loaner bike. When I drop off my F800GS or the wife's F698GS for service I get the "pleasure" of riding their single to work and...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-02-2013, 08:05 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,663
Posted By Mollygrubber
Me too! Any idea how much weight you'll remove...

Me too! Any idea how much weight you'll remove when you're done?
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-02-2013, 08:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,046
Posted By Mollygrubber
You know, it's a pretty easy DIY job to mod the...

You know, it's a pretty easy DIY job to mod the stock seat. A few hours of your time shaping, sanding and stapling and your ass will thank you. For the cost of a few staples no less. Just sayin'.
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-25-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 390
Posted By Mollygrubber
Hmmm... my baby's got 50,000km on her now. Sounds...

Hmmm... my baby's got 50,000km on her now. Sounds like it may be almost time to start scanning for a replacement. :deal
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-24-2013, 08:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 575
Posted By Mollygrubber
Useful thread, thanks for your work here Bob....

Useful thread, thanks for your work here Bob. Gotta get me some of those before next winter.
Forum: Equipment 04-23-2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 985
Posted By Mollygrubber
I have a 1550, wife has a 1450. Simply awesome,...

I have a 1550, wife has a 1450. Simply awesome, and very rugged. I have them bolted to the MotoOverland rack (F800/650Gs's).

FWIW the cheapest I have seen is B&H Photo Supply in New York (no...
Forum: Equipment 04-23-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,647
Posted By Mollygrubber
+1 on the FirstGear Rainier, it's a great value...

+1 on the FirstGear Rainier, it's a great value and works in everything but really hot weather (although I rode through Death Valley in early September in it and survived :rofl). Pockets are...
Forum: Equipment 04-23-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,151
Posted By Mollygrubber
20 mile commute here, 75% highway. Keep in mind...

20 mile commute here, 75% highway. Keep in mind this is Vancouver - it RAINS during the winter months (and that's October to April :rofl).

Helmet: Shoei RF1100 with a pinlock visor for cold/rainy...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-22-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 1,180
Views: 420,912
Posted By Mollygrubber
Look at the Mirage II, if it's not as effective...

Look at the Mirage II, if it's not as effective as the Desierto I'd be surprised, and 1/2 the cost.
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-17-2013, 03:04 PM
Replies: 1,180
Views: 420,912
Posted By Mollygrubber
:rofl

:rofl
Forum: Equipment 04-11-2013, 10:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,141
Posted By Mollygrubber
Another vote for FroggToggs. After wearing...

Another vote for FroggToggs. After wearing non-breathable rain gear for years this stuff is great. I've had a "Road Toad" set for a couple of years, it's been great even commuting through 2 Vancouver...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-09-2013, 02:43 PM
Replies: 1,180
Views: 420,912
Posted By Mollygrubber
Re. the Mirage II, I've had one for about 1 1/2...

Re. the Mirage II, I've had one for about 1 1/2 years, and I love it. SO much better than the BMW "touring" (notice the quotes?) screen. I can now hear my engine on the freeway, ride with the visor...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-06-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,149
Posted By Mollygrubber
It's an AWESOME commuter - especially if you live...

It's an AWESOME commuter - especially if you live in area with crappy pavement. I've been using mine for everything since I sold my car 3 years ago, commuting, touring, you name it. I put on about...
Forum: Parallel Universe 12-10-2012, 11:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,950
Posted By Mollygrubber
That sucks man, my wife just went through a...

That sucks man, my wife just went through a serious wrist break and it took forever to heal. Make sure she does all the physio, hope she heals up fast. Looks like you've got a keeper there.
Forum: Parallel Universe 10-24-2012, 01:11 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 18,079
Posted By Mollygrubber
SO awesome, thanks for pushing this guys. My wife...

SO awesome, thanks for pushing this guys. My wife has a hard time with her clutch hand, this may be the solution for her F798. :freaky
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-19-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 30,230
Posted By Mollygrubber
While on the road: - a full tackle box -...

While on the road:

- a full tackle box
- a 20' length of 1" braided steel tow cable
- half a bottle of hash oil
- an unopened bottle of champagne at a campsite - and lots of stacked firewood...
Forum: Equipment 10-18-2012, 12:05 PM
Replies: 2,390
Views: 333,305
Posted By Mollygrubber
lol yeah, I picked up the Hero 2 AND the wifi...

lol yeah, I picked up the Hero 2 AND the wifi backpack/remote in July.

Figures the 3 would be out 3 months later :rofl

The 2 is still a great little camera. Unless you really NEED the...
Forum: Equipment 10-18-2012, 12:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,407
Posted By Mollygrubber
Meh. I bought a Roadcrafter jacket and was pretty...

Meh. I bought a Roadcrafter jacket and was pretty unimpressed, considering the hype. I think I have the only negative review on their website.:rofl I wanted to love it, but...

Mine leaked and was...
Forum: Parallel Universe 10-04-2012, 07:38 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,815
Posted By Mollygrubber
Hers is lowered, with a lowered "low" seat :rofl....

Hers is lowered, with a lowered "low" seat :rofl. It's not my imagination, the ground's a lot closer.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-03-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,546
Posted By Mollygrubber
I'm jealous Henrik, what an adventure! Good luck...

I'm jealous Henrik, what an adventure! Good luck with everything, I hope you find a suitable bike. Make sure you've got good rain gear, nothing ruins your fun like being cold and wet. If you get near...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-03-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,264
Posted By Mollygrubber
+1 I am in love with the Michelin Anakee II's,...

+1 I am in love with the Michelin Anakee II's, they are the most awesome tires for rain I have ever used. I ride all year (no car) in Vancouver, and they handle everything our "wet coast" throws at...
Forum: Parallel Universe 10-03-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 306
Posted By Mollygrubber
You know, my bike came with the security system,...

You know, my bike came with the security system, but I took the fob off my keyring the first day and never used it again. I think it's the most useless thing ever. Well, besides nipples on a man. The...
Forum: Parallel Universe 10-03-2012, 11:27 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,815
Posted By Mollygrubber
Good point about the DL650, and while it's very...

Good point about the DL650, and while it's very valid I still feel like a dork riding my wife's F698 while my F8 is out of commission. Maybe it's the fact that my knees are up around my shoulders, or...
Forum: Vendors 08-29-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 47,399
Posted By Mollygrubber
I ran mine down the front edge of the "dash",...

I ran mine down the front edge of the "dash", drilled two small holes (in several places) and ran a ziptie through them to secure the wire, then ran it under the front of the tank cover. It's not a...
Forum: Equipment 08-24-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 615
Posted By Mollygrubber
Indeed, I was going to elucidate but had to run...

Indeed, I was going to elucidate but had to run for a meeting. I've never worn a Teton, but it looks like a winner for warmer weather - but neither of them are really appropriate for HOT weather...
Forum: Some Assembly Required 08-24-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,731
Posted By Mollygrubber
My 2 cents: looks like a clean build, probably...

My 2 cents: looks like a clean build, probably goes like a bat out of hell and handles great - but MAN it is fugly. Eye of the beholder I guess.
Forum: Equipment 08-24-2012, 12:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,504
Posted By Mollygrubber
+1 I have one (so far) thin merino long sleeved...

+1 I have one (so far) thin merino long sleeved undershirt, and it is great. Highly recommended, just go get one.
Forum: Equipment 08-24-2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 615
Posted By Mollygrubber
I've had good success with the FirstGear line,...

I've had good success with the FirstGear line, the Rainier I have (pre-D3O armor) has been rugged and waterproof while fairly inexpensive. Motorcyclegear.com has some on sale right now.
Forum: Parallel Universe 08-22-2012, 07:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,139
Posted By Mollygrubber
I'm in a similar boat. I had an R1200R and did...

I'm in a similar boat. I had an R1200R and did not like the boxer characteristics very much, or the single plate clutch. The 800 suits me much better. To each, his own.
Forum: Parallel Universe 08-15-2012, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 807
Posted By Mollygrubber
Make sure the rear wheel is aligned properly -...

Make sure the rear wheel is aligned properly - the hash marks for the axle adjusters may not be exactly right.
Forum: Parallel Universe 08-15-2012, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 806
Posted By Mollygrubber
+1. They were originally designed for the medical...

+1. They were originally designed for the medical industry to prevent pain from sitting in wheelchairs etc.; they are quite effective.
Forum: Equipment 08-14-2012, 01:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 844
Posted By Mollygrubber
Twisted Throttle sells these for mounting on the...

Twisted Throttle sells these for mounting on the SW Motech crashbars.

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/ezimagecatalogue/catalogue/variations/10294-425x350.jpg
...
Forum: Layin' down tracks 08-09-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,796
Posted By Mollygrubber
Great post mattsl, I'm actually surprised it...

Great post mattsl, I'm actually surprised it survived that pounding. Was it actually run over by vehicles too?

My 660 has been in pretty constant use for over 2 years and is still going strong....
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-17-2012, 09:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,344
Posted By Mollygrubber
My dealer uses a G650GS for their loaner. When I...

My dealer uses a G650GS for their loaner. When I bring it back and pick up my 800 I am SO happy to be back on it. It just feels more developed - because it is. I think if you bought a Dakar and never...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-13-2012, 03:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,563
Posted By Mollygrubber
... besides having really cool looking clamps and...

... besides having really cool looking clamps and a nicer handlebar? And a sweet mounting spot for your GPS?
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-13-2012, 02:59 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,573
Posted By Mollygrubber
I've got about 35000km on mine, not a hiccup...

I've got about 35000km on mine, not a hiccup (besides the ignition barrell freezing solid in winter). It's done everything I've asked, from commuting to mild dirt to long hauls through hot desert...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-12-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,005
Posted By Mollygrubber
It's a tall(ish) bike, and can be a little...

It's a tall(ish) bike, and can be a little intimidating to really lean over at low speed. My suggestion is to take a course designed to teach you low speed maneuvers - maybe contact your local police...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-11-2012, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 954
Posted By Mollygrubber
A couple of days ago I was weed whacking my lawn...

A couple of days ago I was weed whacking my lawn and decided to obliterate a piece of dog shit with it.

Did not end well. :cry:rofl
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