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Forum: Trip Planning 05-17-2013, 01:52 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 40,082
Posted By AdventurePoser
Sooner, better money, and time...well said, Sir. ...

Sooner, better money, and time...well said, Sir.

I think this is a thought provoking thread-it touches on needs, wants, family, children, longing and a host of feelings and thoughts.

Somewhere...
Forum: Face plant 05-17-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,338
Posted By AdventurePoser
Glad you are healing up, my friend. All my...

Glad you are healing up, my friend. All my crashes (3) have been during practice on my GSA in deep sand. I'm 61 and happy I've yet to break anything playing in the dirt....

All the best,
Steve
Forum: Trip Planning 05-17-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 257
Views: 40,082
Posted By AdventurePoser
"... As I read the posts, I agree that you can do...

"... As I read the posts, I agree that you can do at 20 what you can't do at 59 (although you still think you can). So riding at 20 is a free wheeling fun adventure..."

What???:rofl:rofl I wish...
Forum: Trip Planning 05-17-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 257
Views: 40,082
Posted By AdventurePoser
Good words here. The longest I've been gone on a...

Good words here. The longest I've been gone on a moto trip was 42 days and it was awesome, especially after being filtered through years since!:D

Still, it has been a reoccurring thought of mine...
Forum: Americas 05-16-2013, 11:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 186
Posted By AdventurePoser
All worthy advice...ride the "N" roads west and...

All worthy advice...ride the "N" roads west and north of Paso Robles. Wonderful!
Forum: Trip Planning 05-16-2013, 10:50 PM
Replies: 257
Views: 40,082
Posted By AdventurePoser
At 61, I have my health and a free spirit, and am...

At 61, I have my health and a free spirit, and am getting ready to leave on a six month journey through the Americas. When it's all over, I"ll be shipping my bike from Montevideo Uruguay back home...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-16-2013, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5,043
Views: 4,400,331
Posted By AdventurePoser
Sure, after all, it's not your kneecaps you gotta...

Sure, after all, it's not your kneecaps you gotta worry about.
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-16-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 5,043
Views: 4,400,331
Posted By AdventurePoser
Thanks for the notes about smaller bikes. We'll...

Thanks for the notes about smaller bikes. We'll check this out. As you can see, she is dwarfed by the GSA. Ummm...is it ok to say "dwarfed?" Or do I have to say "Little peopled?":rofl

I can...
Forum: Equipment 05-16-2013, 11:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,499
Posted By AdventurePoser
Haha, I just got done trimming dead flowers off...

Haha, I just got done trimming dead flowers off my roses this morning. Great minds think alike. They are perfect for gardening, not so much for riding to me. I find them too thick and stiff.
...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-16-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5,043
Views: 4,400,331
Posted By AdventurePoser
Thanks, So far, so good. She says riding pillion...

Thanks, So far, so good. She says riding pillion is very exciting, but that one day she wouldn't mind riding her own bike. The problem is, she is 83 lbs and 4'8".

Maybe a scooter one day?
...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 21,018
Views: 4,503,045
Posted By AdventurePoser
I'll share....Glendora Mountain Road, about 30...

I'll share....Glendora Mountain Road, about 30 miles east of Los Angeles. 22 miles of solid, never ending mountain twisties. Not as green as The Dragon, but just as twisty.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-16-2013, 09:04 AM
Replies: 21,018
Views: 4,503,045
Posted By AdventurePoser
Just a thin layer of gabardine....this was a...

Just a thin layer of gabardine....this was a funny episode. Thanks for throwing it up here!
Forum: Equipment 05-16-2013, 08:00 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,499
Posted By AdventurePoser
Wow, you've worn several pair out? That must be...

Wow, you've worn several pair out? That must be some serious riding. I've got about 85,000 miles on one pair and they are far from worn out. In fact, I find them too stiff and thick for riding. ...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-15-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 5,043
Views: 4,400,331
Posted By AdventurePoser
Hey everybody, Say hi to Marina. She is...

Hey everybody,

Say hi to Marina. She is brand new to riding but so far loves it. As time permits, we hope to do some long rides this summer. In the meantime, she's loving weekend rides...these...
Forum: Ride reports 05-12-2013, 09:25 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,886
Posted By AdventurePoser
Hi guys...so sorry your trip ended this way, but...

Hi guys...so sorry your trip ended this way, but at least no serious injuries or damage! I look forward to seeing more pix and more story when you continue on!

Steve
Forum: Americas 05-12-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,414
Posted By AdventurePoser
Excellent advice for all us riders...

Excellent advice for all us riders...
Forum: Americas 05-12-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,414
Posted By AdventurePoser
I agree...there is no perfect bike, but there are...

I agree...there is no perfect bike, but there are some bikes that are better for beginners than others. The "big picture" is riding safely and enjoyably and hopefully engaging in the sport for many...
Forum: Americas 05-12-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,414
Posted By AdventurePoser
I think Wheatwhacker makes some valid points, but...

I think Wheatwhacker makes some valid points, but the VFR is a very benign bike to ride. I believe a new rider with some self control could be very happy on one.

That being said, the VFR riding...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-11-2013, 01:52 PM
Replies: 1,707
Views: 438,458
Posted By AdventurePoser
I don't eat too many donuts, but this one is...

I don't eat too many donuts, but this one is worthy; the maple and bacon bar from Voodoo Donuts original store in downtown Portland. I rode from So Cal to eat one and it fulfilled my needs:
...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-11-2013, 01:42 PM
Replies: 1,707
Views: 438,458
Posted By AdventurePoser
Definitely an awesome destination spot for a...

Definitely an awesome destination spot for a burger!

Steve in So Cal
Forum: Americas 05-02-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,414
Posted By AdventurePoser
I agree with High Country, you could make a VFR...

I agree with High Country, you could make a VFR work for you as a first bike. I recently sold a 98...loved that bike, but in the end, I was too tall for it. :huh

Watch out for the valve...
Forum: Ride reports 05-01-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,886
Posted By AdventurePoser
The riding around Durango, Creede, Lake City, and...

The riding around Durango, Creede, Lake City, and Pagosa Springs is amazing! Thanks for sharing your ride with us.

Steve
Forum: Ride reports 04-30-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,886
Posted By AdventurePoser
Great! I can see the smiles behind the helmet...

Great! I can see the smiles behind the helmet shields. :clap
Forum: Ride reports 04-30-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,886
Posted By AdventurePoser
Looking forward to the Report, and keep the pics...

Looking forward to the Report, and keep the pics coming!
Forum: Americas 04-30-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,414
Posted By AdventurePoser
Confidence is the key, and taking classes and...

Confidence is the key, and taking classes and doing lots of riding makes all the difference. I started riding in 1998 and now have about 300K on the odometer and credit my safety record to several...
Forum: Ride reports 04-29-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,886
Posted By AdventurePoser
Great start to your trip. Keep up the pix and...

Great start to your trip. Keep up the pix and commentary. I've ridden around the Country myself, and never get tired of reading other riders exploits.

Ride safely,
Steve
Forum: Americas 04-28-2013, 09:09 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,414
Posted By AdventurePoser
Josh, I love your enthusiasm. That being...

Josh,

I love your enthusiasm. That being said, operating a motorcycle two up on a long tour presents many opportunities for "learning experiences," not all of them positive ones. I remember when...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-25-2013, 10:12 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 8,637
Posted By AdventurePoser
Hi guys... Just to add fire to the...

Hi guys...

Just to add fire to the discussion....I was riding with a friend here in So Cal. He was putting fuel in his RT whilst straddling the bike. Gas overflowed and lit off, I guess on a hot...
Forum: Americas 04-25-2013, 10:01 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,414
Posted By AdventurePoser
I read this thread with a lot of interest since...

I read this thread with a lot of interest since to steal from Johnny Cash, "I've been everywhere," at least in CA two up. Well, maybe not everywhere, but close!:rofl

Anywoo, did I miss a...
Forum: Face plant 04-24-2013, 01:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,128
Posted By AdventurePoser
I was riding behind a buddy of mine when he hit...

I was riding behind a buddy of mine when he hit the rear end of an automobile. He suffered a very gory injury, and died in my arms.

I was 19. I quit riding motorcycles until I was 48. Then,...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-23-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By AdventurePoser
When my OEM battery died I decided to go with a...

When my OEM battery died I decided to go with a Li-ion battery. It seemed like a good idea...a fraction of the weight, etc, etc.

Had it installed. Battery failed that afternoon and cheerfully...
Forum: Americas 04-23-2013, 11:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 629
Posted By AdventurePoser
Hi guy.. I have a big garage you can put a...

Hi guy..

I have a big garage you can put a bike for as long as you wish. I am three hours north of the Baja Mex border.

You can pm me anytime.

Steve
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-23-2013, 10:58 AM
Replies: 1,707
Views: 438,458
Posted By AdventurePoser
Thanks for the pic...just returned from a couple...

Thanks for the pic...just returned from a couple of weeks in VN. I miss the food, especially the roadside stands selling bbq seafood and meat... heading back to Hoi Ahn soon.:clap
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-22-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 5,043
Views: 4,400,331
Posted By AdventurePoser
I popped the question to my (x) wife on the Going...

I popped the question to my (x) wife on the Going to the Sun Highway. Truly a wonderful moment in my life.

Hindsight is always 20/20. Instead of marriage, I could have saved the money, invested...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-22-2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 3,225
Views: 686,743
Posted By AdventurePoser
http://r12rtpilot.smugmug.com/Other/Miscellaneous/...

http://r12rtpilot.smugmug.com/Other/Miscellaneous/i-tW8TbZR/0/L/IMG_6021-L.jpg

A couple of weeks ago off US 93 in northeastern Nevada.
Forum: Ride reports 04-22-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 17,022
Posted By AdventurePoser
Where ever you go is an adventure...it's one of...

Where ever you go is an adventure...it's one of the best things about motorcycle travel. Young, old, any make, any model, when you thumb that starter and turn out of the driveway the adventure...
Forum: Equipment 04-21-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,499
Posted By AdventurePoser
haha, you are right! They had an ample supply at...

haha, you are right! They had an ample supply at $34.99, but at the register $8.77. I should have bought a box of them.

Took em on a 300 mile ride today and they worked beautifully.

Cheers,
Forum: Equipment 04-21-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,499
Posted By AdventurePoser
Hi guy, I didn't buy the Geier elksins...I'm the...

Hi guy, I didn't buy the Geier elksins...I'm the guy who did score the deerskins from Cabela's however. Fit, finish, and detail seem exactly the same. I've got thousand miles on them now and they...
Forum: Equipment 04-20-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,499
Posted By AdventurePoser
Aaargh...I just lost a set of Lee Parks Design...

Aaargh...I just lost a set of Lee Parks Design Deerskin gloves...they were the best I've ever owned, but pricy at $95 a pair. Kept my hands surprisingly warm in the mild So Cal winters, and comfy in...
Forum: Face plant 04-16-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 16,487
Posted By AdventurePoser
Worst wind I ever road in was yesterday. US 395...

Worst wind I ever road in was yesterday. US 395 south of Mammoth Lakes CA, they shut the road down to all truckers and high profile vehicles. I rode past one tractor trailer combo that had been...
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