Forum: Equipment
08-18-2011, 04:08 AM
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Replies: 123
Views: 13,918
Another alternative-
Bates leathers in CA is another good source for U.S. made leather. Had a pair of their Fastlane boots. Nice stuff...
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Forum: Road warriors
08-17-2011, 08:40 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,410
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Forum: Road warriors
08-17-2011, 08:29 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,867
Overpriced?
Looks like a decent conservative cruiser in niche of HD Sportster. Over $13k seems like too much cash for a parts bin special, though. Most other MG models all seem reasonably priced for what they...
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Forum: Road warriors
08-12-2011, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 95
Views: 10,257
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Forum: Road warriors
08-08-2011, 07:07 PM
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Replies: 95
Views: 10,257
Another review...
Here is another review. Again the suspension is lauded despite the short travel..... "light, accurate handling and generally unflappable chassis"
They ding the bags for difficulties with the...
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Forum: Road warriors
08-08-2011, 09:56 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 5,506
Sure you don't want to keep the 2nd as a parts...
Sure you don't want to keep the 2nd as a parts bike for the inevitable FD failure? :evil
Seriously, besides cosmetic and storage differences, how do "P" bikes differ from the civilian version? Do...
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Forum: Road warriors
08-07-2011, 05:55 AM
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Replies: 167
Views: 24,226
Dead weight?
I like the wheels. I think the fat fender is for aerodynamics, rather than protection. For better lap-times, you know.
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Forum: Road warriors
07-29-2011, 04:26 AM
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Replies: 44
Views: 3,720
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Forum: Road warriors
07-28-2011, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,084
+1! I do the same using the rafters in the...
+1! I do the same using the rafters in the garage. Depending on bike, I try to attach to the lower triple tree instead of the bars. If the fairing is removed you can hook the ratchet strap into the...
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Forum: Equipment
07-28-2011, 04:09 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,172
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Forum: Road warriors
07-27-2011, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 4,819
Versys
I'll advocate for a Versys though I have never owned, nor ridden one. I did own a B1200 for a couple years.
-liquid cooled and fuel injected are plusses in my book
-lighter
-better fuel economy...
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Forum: Road warriors
07-26-2011, 01:05 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,226
Fear Mongering?
:huh OP requested information regarding reliability and parts support and I provided my personal experience. Just want to make clear that the mid-life revision (2005-2006?) did not necessarily...
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Forum: Road warriors
07-25-2011, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 1,643
Views: 386,722
Funny Bandit Review
Here's a good Bandit review which waxes a bit sarcastic about overpriced Uber-Tourers....
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Forum: Road warriors
07-23-2011, 04:19 AM
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Replies: 79
Views: 10,971
XL Roadster or Honda Shadow RS
I'd think a 2004-2009 rubber mount Sportster would fit the bill. Any sportster 2004 and newer will have a rubber mount engine, and while they shake at idle they smooth out really nicely on the road....
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Forum: Road warriors
07-22-2011, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 169
Views: 19,287
Crossroads is another nice alternative, though...
Crossroads is another nice alternative, though notably larger/heavier and no ABS. Never rode one but I rented a Vision for a few days in Southern AZ and really enjoyed it. I was amazed at how well it...
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Forum: Road warriors
07-22-2011, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 169
Views: 19,287
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Forum: Road warriors
07-21-2011, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 169
Views: 19,287
Switchback
I've been eyeing the Guzzi Cali Vintage and Switchback looks like a nice alternative for a classic styled solo-tourer just short of a full-blown barge. Bags, shield, neutral riding position, low/easy...
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Forum: Road warriors
07-21-2011, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,226
Capo Warning
Electrical problems persist on the later model Capos too. I speak from experience, as my 2007 fried it's wiring and other bits within its first season and left me waiting weeks for warranty repair...
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Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me
04-28-2010, 01:28 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,747
mixed feelings
I picked up a Nuvi 500 refurb for $150.00 recently on fleabay. Using it with a RAM cradle and handlebar mount kit (RAM-B-149Z-GA28U) and a hardwire kit on my KLR. For the money, it is a decent little...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-12-2010, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 3,035
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Forum: Thumpers
03-29-2010, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,336
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Forum: Thumpers
03-24-2010, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,336
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Forum: Thumpers
03-10-2010, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,804
Looks just like my GF's Funduro, 'cept for the...
Looks just like my GF's Funduro, 'cept for the turn signals. I believe the sticker on the rear panel says "Funduro". I wouldn't get hung up on the R bit. In BMW speak "R" indicates a horizontal...
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Forum: Beasts
04-24-2009, 04:37 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 10,919
Love Mine
I recently picked up a left-over new 2007 and love it. The 06-07 models had some updates such as stiffer fork springs and ABS and many of the niggles from the earlier models appear to have been...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-04-2009, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 299
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Forum: Thumpers
04-03-2009, 07:49 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 299
F650 ground wire help needed
Hey Y'all,
Just picked up a 1999 F650. When I removed the saddle, a wire was laying on the airbox. :confused One end is connected to the bolt which holds the coolant tank to the frame. The...
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