Forum: Road warriors
Yesterday, 06:39 PM
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Forum: Road warriors
04-22-2013, 06:59 PM
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Forum: Road warriors
04-22-2013, 06:53 PM
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Replies: 583
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Forum: Road warriors
04-12-2013, 11:56 AM
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Forum: Road warriors
04-11-2013, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 157
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Forum: Road warriors
04-10-2013, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 583
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I'm looking at a Giant Loop bag to solve my...
I'm looking at a Giant Loop bag to solve my luggage problem. They strap to the passenger foot pegs and look way better than hard cases IMO. One of those and a backpack, and I figure ill be good to go...
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Forum: Road warriors
04-09-2013, 06:33 PM
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Replies: 583
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Well, the ole taxes came in today. And it looks...
Well, the ole taxes came in today. And it looks like my secret plan to get my interest-free loan to the gov't back so that i can give it to Triumph has come to fruition. Now I just need to figure out...
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Forum: Road warriors
04-08-2013, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 583
Views: 132,636
So this may sound a little ridiculous, but hear...
So this may sound a little ridiculous, but hear me out:
I took a '12 street triple for a test ride last week, and it is haunting me. I come from an '03 Monster 620 and a '75 BMW. The Street Triple...
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Forum: Road warriors
03-26-2013, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 55
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BMW & Harley < Japanese? (Brit & Italian)?
This article on Asphalt & Rubber caught my eye. I'm in the market for a new bike, and I am usually a BMW guy. I was raised a German car enthusiast, and this translated into bikes as well. What are...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
03-21-2013, 06:41 PM
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Replies: 13
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Talk to me about the F700GS
This is unfortunately another "which bike" thread. I'll not make the purchase before I ride each, so that's not the issue. I'm just not familiar with whatever it is that makes GSs such an enthusiast...
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Forum: Road warriors
02-07-2013, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 126
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Forum: Airheads
01-30-2013, 07:42 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,885
Touched a nerve?
Thanks for all the input. If I'd have wanted a new F800R, I would've bought one. So I don't plan to replace anything functional or paint anything polka dot. I'm glad to know I don't need to strip...
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Forum: Airheads
01-30-2013, 06:15 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,885
Houseoffubar: I like it!
I'm just curious...
Houseoffubar: I like it!
I'm just curious about what those with experience with this model have found to be ideal mods. In other words, if the consensus is to change part X to aftermarket part Y...
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Forum: Airheads
01-30-2013, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,885
After further reading of the "Should I buy it"...
After further reading of the "Should I buy it" thread, something came to mind about the '75 R75/6: a cursory look inside the tank with a flashlight shows a bright orange surface inside. Is the tank...
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Forum: Airheads
01-30-2013, 05:46 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 1,885
Don't butcher it up
I'm the proud owner of a 1975 R75/6 which I've had for a few weeks now. Minus a few fuel line leaks which were easily fixed, it runs perfectly. I'm the third owner, the second is an inmate as well....
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Forum: Airheads
01-23-2013, 12:02 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 613
In lieu of project photos, I'll post a glowing...
In lieu of project photos, I'll post a glowing review of BMW Motorcycles of Atlanta. I went over today to get some in-person advice on the fuel line leak before I picked up parts and set to the job...
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Forum: Airheads
01-21-2013, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 613
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Forum: Airheads
01-21-2013, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 613
R75/6 Fuel Line Issue
I could use some insight regarding a fuel line issue I've got. I walked out and cranked the bike this morning and discovered fuel dripping where the lower right line coming from the airbox meets the...
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Forum: Airheads
01-20-2013, 05:00 PM
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Replies: 76
Views: 6,237
Couple of days ago. I was parked in front of...
Couple of days ago. I was parked in front of Starbucks on Peachtree. You were riding on Peachtree toward town with a passenger. They weren't kidding when they said there were a lot of airheads...
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Forum: Equipment
01-20-2013, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 240
Chrome Bags
In the spirit of unsolicited recommendations, I thought I'd share a good day bag solution. I've carried Chrome bags for several years, and they are particularly suited for riders. The messenger...
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Forum: Equipment
01-19-2013, 05:48 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 4,371
Scott Dual Raid TP Jacket
Does anyone have any experience with Scott jackets? I'm looking at the Dual Raid TP, but I can't seem to find any reviews for the jacket or the company.
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Forum: Airheads
01-18-2013, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 539
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Forum: Airheads
01-18-2013, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 539
Moisture in Tachometer
The '75 75/6 and I got caught in the rain yesterday. I went for a ride today and noticed that there is now moisture in the tachometer (but not the speedo) and the center turn signal light failed to...
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Forum: Equipment
01-15-2013, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 65
Views: 4,703
Perhaps I have been influenced to become more...
Perhaps I have been influenced to become more risk averse, but this thread has directly contributed to my purchase of some riding pants; well, this thread and those photos from Hell for Leather. ...
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Forum: Equipment
01-13-2013, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 65
Views: 4,703
+1 for riding pants suggestions.
I am...
+1 for riding pants suggestions.
I am another one who rides in a Shoei, a nice thick Alpinestars, Held gloves, and Lucky jeans. I have seen the armored spandex pants you can wear under jeans,...
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Forum: Airheads
01-10-2013, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,222
The BMW Motorcycle Owners of GA highly...
The BMW Motorcycle Owners of GA highly recommended Atlanta BMW for their service of classic machines. One of the main attractions to this one was the new metzlers, new battery, rebuilt carbs, and...
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Forum: Airheads
01-10-2013, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,222
Just picked up a 1975 R75/6
I've lurked on ADV for several months, but I figured that finally getting another bike after not riding for the last few years was a good occasion to join the community. I've been in the market for a...
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