Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States
05-22-2013, 06:27 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 226
Arkansas
Me agian, I am 1 Hour east from harrison on Rt 62 Mountain Home, You are also 1 hour from Push Mountain ( Norfork Arkansas) 5 miles from my house.Also about 1 hour Peel ferry.
I've lived here for...
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Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States
05-22-2013, 06:12 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 226
Arkansas
Youtube Pigs Trail arkansas and Push Mountain, Arkansas and if you do Push Mountain check out Peel Ferry Arkansas.
Most Any riding NORTH of Little Rock is wonderful but can be slow going...back...
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Forum: Equipment
05-22-2013, 05:35 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 256
Belt
I have 4 bad discs in my lower back, but have not had any operations yet. I have been this way for about 15 years . I wear a belt if my ride is more than 1/2 hour. I also wear it when riding my ATV...
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Forum: Road warriors
05-16-2013, 06:44 AM
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Replies: 266
Views: 12,499
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Forum: Road warriors
05-16-2013, 06:41 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 509
kaw. Versys
Check out the Versys forum uk I have a 29 inch inseam and have lowered the front and rear of my Versys plus a lowering spring. I live in the U.S.
Cb
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Forum: Beasts
05-15-2013, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 805
Low Bike
I have a 2008 Kaw. Versys (650cc) that I have lowered the rear with a kit and the front by adjusting the fork. Seat is lowered. I also installed a lowering spring. I have a 29 inch inseam .
Cb
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Forum: GS Boxers
05-05-2013, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 309
Piaas
I have a set of Piaas in my car, 1992 GMC Typhoon with 120,000 miles. NO PROBLEMS.
Every motorcycle I have own I have changed to Piaas without any problems.
Cb
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Forum: Americas
05-02-2013, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,206
Arkansas
I am in North Central Arkansas about 15 miles from the Missiour border. Route 62 travel through my town ( Mountain Home).
Google M/H and blow it up untill you have Tulsa to the left, Springfiel. MO...
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Forum: Road warriors
05-02-2013, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 801
Versys forum
The is a forum for Versys's that is NOT the Kaw. Forum. There also is a Versys forum UK. I am a member of both, check them out.
Cb
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Forum: Road warriors
05-01-2013, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 801
Seat
NO changes to the seat as far as I know. You would think the Kaw. would have done SOMETHING about that seat in 7 years.. I have been riding for 45 years and have had many aftermarket seat but that...
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Forum: Americas
05-01-2013, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,206
Arkansas ?
Will you be riding through Arkansas ? cb
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Forum: Road warriors
05-01-2013, 03:20 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 801
changes
From what the forum says the only changes are rubber mounts on the engine, headlight and some plastic.
You can get first generation models for around $3500 with very low miles.
Chuck
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Forum: Road warriors
04-30-2013, 03:02 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 801
Galena
I grew up outside Chicago ( maywood) and my parents spent every weekend at Blanding's Landing ( fishing?) in the 60-70's. My Dad would take me deer hurting and we always stayed in Hanover ? Went...
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Forum: Equipment
04-30-2013, 06:33 AM
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Replies: 57
Views: 4,075
Tupperwear Bowl
If you stop at a resturant bring the t/w with you . Today many resturants meals have more food that you want at one sitting. When I get my meal I split it in 2 and save the rest for a second meal. I...
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Forum: Road warriors
04-30-2013, 05:50 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 801
Seat
I have a 2008 Versys, I have a Baldwin seat and it is a lot better than stock, BUT I now have a Terry Adcox seat and it is a LOT better. Terry asks about your weight and height and riding style and...
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Forum: Americas
04-26-2013, 05:03 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,206
Riding through Arkansas
If you look at Arkansas there is only one major expressway going west to east and EVERY thing from 18 wheels to travel trailers on using that road, it can get very busy.
If you take small highways...
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Forum: Road warriors
04-23-2013, 04:59 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,931
Yamaha Venture
I am 61 years old and live with disabilities, I also am 5 ft 8 inches with a 29 inch inseam. I have a 2nd generation Venture with will have All the toys anybody would want ..... am/fm/cb radio....
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Forum: Equipment
04-17-2013, 06:39 AM
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Replies: 168
Views: 37,210
Seat pad
In my store the pads are next to the auto seat covers and steering wheel covers.
About $20. I have 2 ...one for bike and 1for ATV.
Cb
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
04-16-2013, 06:55 AM
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Replies: 67
Views: 2,795
Buzzards
Here in Arkansas buzzards and road kill are common. The birds don't want to leave their kill so I slow down and blast the horns.
I approached about 4 birds and after slowing down and blasting the...
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Forum: The Garage
04-14-2013, 07:28 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 781
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Forum: Day Trippin'
04-08-2013, 05:17 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,870
I was there....
Back in the 70's for Air Force Tech. school . I don't remember much about the place.
Cb
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Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States
04-07-2013, 06:15 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 530
Mountain Home Arkansas
A an 1 hour west of Harrison. Been here from Seattle for 10 years. Great lakes (Lake Norfork, Bull Shoals) Named by Field and Stream as one of the 10 best fishing areas. Great river fishing as well....
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Forum: Equipment
04-05-2013, 07:05 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,508
Toilet Paper
When I travel I have always carried t/p into gas station bathrooms. Just in case there is none after I have done my bussiness. Once comming out I was stopped for sealing the t/p. T/p can be a hassel...
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Forum: The Garage
04-05-2013, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 763
cutting a windscreen
I need to reshape a windscreen... what is the best tool/way to cut a screen ?
thanks for any info Cb
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Forum: Equipment
04-03-2013, 06:21 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 2,508
Tupperware bowl
If you are eating in resturants most of the time you will have left over food. I no longer try to eat ALL the food received. I will pay a good price for a good meal and just split it into 2 meals....
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Forum: Orange Crush
03-30-2013, 06:56 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 509
Grease
I worked 11 years in the Air force and 15 years building air planes at Boeing and I grease EVERY SINGLE ELECTRIC plug and switch I can. You don't need a lot, just a thin coating, too much attachs...
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Forum: Americas
03-25-2013, 04:57 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,372
Seattle I-5
I lived outside Tacoma (Buckley) Wa for 20 years and worked in Seattle and Everett for Boeing. I-5 and 405 are really busy during the week days. Try to travel that area on Sunday.
Cb
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Forum: Face plant
03-25-2013, 04:36 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 4,160
Picking up your bike
Youtube "picking up you motorcycle" I drop my 900 lbs Yamaha venture last fall and blew out my back, 3 weeks in bed. Then starting checking Youtube.
Cb
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Forum: Americas
03-25-2013, 04:32 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 430
Stove
I carry a Coleman dual fuel stove. it's a bit bulky but burns unleaded gas. i carry a small fuel bottle that doubles as extra gas for the bike if I need it.
Cb
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Forum: Road warriors
03-22-2013, 05:08 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 1,682
Kaw. Versys
Look for a LOWERED Kaw. Versys or do the lowering yourself. Used bikes are very good value. Check Versys Forums
Cb
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Forum: Equipment
03-21-2013, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 605
"Husky" guy sleeping bag ?
I am looking for a 2/3 season sleeping bag. something easy to pack. I am 5 ft 8 and close to 280 lbs. About 50 inch waist. Even a 1-2 season bag will work ? I will be tent camping.
Thanks...
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Forum: Road warriors
03-19-2013, 04:30 AM
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Replies: 95
Views: 7,162
Yamaha Venture
I have a 2005 Venture Midnight for sale. Cb Contact if interested
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Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States
03-15-2013, 05:32 AM
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Replies: 1,473
Views: 60,428
If anyone needs help......
I live 5 miles from the damn, if anyone needs help let me know.... trailer, workshops, local area.
Cb 870 656 2985
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Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States
03-12-2013, 06:45 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 233
Mountain Home Arkansas TIRES ?
I am looking for good dual sports tires for my Kaw. Versys. 17 wheels. I have 45 years Street riding and never rode dirt or single track. I want tires that will give me a better gravel road riding...
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Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States
03-11-2013, 06:27 AM
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Replies: 1,473
Views: 60,428
What kind of riding/roads ?
I live in Mountain Home and am wondering what kind of roads are you riding. I own a Kaw. Versys and am new to Dual sport but have been riding for 45 years. I am 61 and lives with disabilies, nothing...
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Forum: Americas
03-08-2013, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 103
Views: 2,705
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Forum: Equipment
03-07-2013, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 455
Alarm
I installed a Gorilla Alarm. At least I can hear if someone is messing with my stuff. Works well if you leave your bike for a few moments to shop or pay for gas. Blinking lights lets people know...
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Forum: Alaska
03-07-2013, 07:48 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 892
Camping in National Parks.
I just checked your age and you can check the site for national Parks and get a pass at parks for 50% off. You may need to dig through the sites to find the information . Try nps.gov
Cb
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