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Forum: Road warriors 06-13-2013, 02:40 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,017
Posted By Buck760
I bought a new-to-me 2002 RK. Included were the...

I bought a new-to-me 2002 RK. Included were the lever-attached fringe. They lasted for the first 30 minutes of my ownership - I didn't even think they looked "cool", let alone have a purpose.
...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-12-2013, 08:18 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 34,998
Posted By Buck760
Your intentions are honorable. BMW may have a...

Your intentions are honorable. BMW may have a different viewpoint. I should have added "DAMHIK" to my post. Back to lurking on this thread for me.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-12-2013, 07:37 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 34,998
Posted By Buck760
I would stay away from posting about this...

I would stay away from posting about this situation online (even though we are all curious). Find the email address for BMW USA CEO, and express your concerns, especially safety, along with offering...
Forum: Equipment 02-10-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,492
Posted By Buck760
+1. I have a pair of perforated Topsiders that I...

+1. I have a pair of perforated Topsiders that I usually take on bike trips. Great in summer.
Forum: Road warriors 01-25-2013, 08:46 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 13,887
Posted By Buck760
I might be mistaken, but I believe the newer ones...

I might be mistaken, but I believe the newer ones are tubeless spoked.

Last week I rented a Street Glide one day, and a Road King another. I preferred the RK, as I found the SG a bit harsh with...
Forum: Equipment 12-20-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,154
Posted By Buck760
+1 - Works for me in the PNW

+1 - Works for me in the PNW
Forum: GS Boxers 12-05-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 503
Views: 92,885
Posted By Buck760
Loving mine. Chased a fuel mixture problem this...

Loving mine. Chased a fuel mixture problem this summer, and ended up with rebuilt throttle bodies and new fuel injectors, after I had already changed the throttle cables and bowden box. Also changed...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-09-2012, 03:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 871
Posted By Buck760
Same with a Corbin, with a Roadcrafter - good to...

Same with a Corbin, with a Roadcrafter - good to go.
Forum: Road warriors 10-12-2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 12,046
Posted By Buck760
Same for me, which is why I'm getting the HD...

Same for me, which is why I'm getting the HD itch; I found the 96 to be insufficient...can't beat the dealer network either.
Forum: Road warriors 10-11-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 3,734
Views: 563,961
Posted By Buck760
Rented an E-Glide Ltd the other day, and was...

Rented an E-Glide Ltd the other day, and was pleasantly surprised by the low end torque and nimbleness of the big bike. I'm kind of getting the itch, but don't need the radio and fairing....
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-22-2012, 02:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 420
Posted By Buck760
Young Rider Lost

http://www.thenewstribune.com/2012/08/22/2264584/remembering-ty-barnes.html

This one very close to my home, and a friend of my son. RIP, and Godspeed to his family.
Forum: Equipment 07-30-2012, 10:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,182
Posted By Buck760
I just travelled from San Diego to the PNW in a...

I just travelled from San Diego to the PNW in a two-piece Black RC. It was in the high 90's in northern CA. I had the LD Comfort long-sleeve shirt and tights underneath, and went with the...
Forum: Road warriors 07-30-2012, 09:52 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,762
Posted By Buck760
New Baby!

http://ghbuck.smugmug.com/photos/i-8BbKCvt/0/L/i-8BbKCvt-L.jpg
Forum: Equipment 07-13-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,115
Posted By Buck760
A lot of riders, myself included, prefer a heated...

A lot of riders, myself included, prefer a heated jacket to a vest. YMMV.
Forum: Equipment 07-13-2012, 01:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,115
Posted By Buck760
I live in the South Sound, and commute and ride...

I live in the South Sound, and commute and ride year-round. I have both two-piece R/C and Darien Light. Mostly use the R/C because of ease of in-and-out, with heated jacket, grips, and fleece under....
Forum: Road warriors 07-12-2012, 03:35 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 99,835
Posted By Buck760
Thanks, I got the blue...no photos as of yet...

Thanks, I got the blue...no photos as of yet...
Forum: Road warriors 07-12-2012, 09:18 AM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 99,835
Posted By Buck760
Sprint GT

I just took delivery of a new 2011. I only have about 500 miles over the weekend so far; my initial thoughts:

Riding position is not too bad - I'm used to riding an 1150GS, so it's an adjustment....
Forum: Equipment 03-20-2012, 09:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,051
Posted By Buck760
I have the same problem, but wonder if adding the...

I have the same problem, but wonder if adding the sizing insoles would help?
Forum: GS Boxers 03-09-2012, 12:31 PM
Replies: 982
Views: 318,831
Posted By Buck760
Summer 2011 - British Columbia, on the way home...

Summer 2011 - British Columbia, on the way home from Alaska.

http://ghbuck.smugmug.com/photos/i-F9Vv2Vp/0/L/i-F9Vv2Vp-L.jpg
Forum: Vendors 02-17-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 15,010
Posted By Buck760
x3...

x3...
Forum: Equipment 02-13-2012, 10:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 865
Posted By Buck760
I have the Streamliner full liner with Vanson...

I have the Streamliner full liner with Vanson perforated. I was out all day yesterday in temps from the low 40's to the low 70's, with fleece long underwear beneath, riding a naked bike. I was a bit...
Forum: Road warriors 02-03-2012, 08:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,188
Posted By Buck760
Don't know about the 2011, but the corbin on my...

Don't know about the 2011, but the corbin on my 2007 was a very tight fit to start with - I had to push pretty hard at the rear to get it to flex somewhat to seat in...it has loosened up over time,...
Forum: Road warriors 01-08-2012, 02:09 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 17,533
Posted By Buck760
On a trip down the coast last year ...

On a trip down the coast last year

http://ghbuck.smugmug.com/photos/i-NH6bS3X/0/XL/i-NH6bS3X-XL.jpg
Forum: Equipment 11-16-2011, 08:22 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,603
Posted By Buck760
I made a six-day Alaska run in early July in a...

I made a six-day Alaska run in early July in a two-piece R/C. It rained about half the time and I stayed dry. The suit was comfortable and performed well. That being said, it was a pain when I...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-13-2011, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By Buck760
The right jug is set back a bit from the left...

The right jug is set back a bit from the left...
Forum: Alaska 07-09-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,381
Posted By Buck760
pm sent

pm sent
Forum: GS Boxers 07-04-2011, 01:16 PM
Replies: 1,993
Views: 585,090
Posted By Buck760
The Haul Road

http://ghbuck.smugmug.com/photos/i-rSTkG7Q/0/L/i-rSTkG7Q-L.jpg
Forum: Alaska 06-30-2011, 12:52 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,036
Posted By Buck760
If you have the time, Northland Services (not...

If you have the time, Northland Services (not affiliated) will ship via barge for a very reasonable rate. I paid $323 SEA/ANC - I delivered it to their SEA terminal Wed 6/15, and they called me...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-29-2011, 06:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 785
Posted By Buck760
Thanks for the suggestions; I'm making out ok,...

Thanks for the suggestions; I'm making out ok, and I'll try those things when I get home.

The Cassier Highway is awesome!

Best regards
Forum: GS Boxers 06-27-2011, 09:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 785
Posted By Buck760
It happened again today. I noticed it when it got...

It happened again today. I noticed it when it got cold again, same as yesterday. Turns out it's the heated grip - it must be expanding when hot and rubbing the bar end. Oh well, I'll just leave them...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-27-2011, 12:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 785
Posted By Buck760
Thanks for the replies. It seems to have worked...

Thanks for the replies. It seems to have worked itself out - I've gone over 500 miles since, and its working now. I'm guessing that it may have been some crap I picked up on the haul road. Thanks...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-26-2011, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 785
Posted By Buck760
On the road in AK - Throttle issue 1150gs

I'm in Tok, headed home to Seattle. This morning, I've noticed that my throttle is not springing closed - I can control it manually, but wonder if I may have a bigger problem going forward. The...
Forum: Americas 06-14-2011, 04:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 587
Posted By Buck760
The quickest way is the 5 to the 18 to I-90 over...

The quickest way is the 5 to the 18 to I-90 over Snoqualmie Pass. Then the 97 over Blewett Pass to Leavenworth. Nice riding over the passes (especially Blewett) and traffic shouldn't be a concern...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-10-2011, 08:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,439
Posted By Buck760
I recently purchased an '02 GS, and it had what I...

I recently purchased an '02 GS, and it had what I thought to be an "electrical" smell coming from under the tank it when I garaged it after riding - I put a new battery in it, and the problem went...
Forum: Alaska 06-08-2011, 10:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 796
Posted By Buck760
pm sent

pm sent
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 06-04-2011, 11:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,300
Posted By Buck760
We ate here; enjoyed by all. Thanks again

We ate here; enjoyed by all.
Thanks again
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 06-02-2011, 08:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,300
Posted By Buck760
Thanks again. There'll be three of us passing...

Thanks again. There'll be three of us passing thru Sat morning from the east.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 06-02-2011, 08:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,300
Posted By Buck760
Thanks for the replies

Thanks for the replies
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 06-01-2011, 01:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,300
Posted By Buck760
Breakfast in Winthrop

Recommendations? Thanks in advance.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-14-2011, 03:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 825
Posted By Buck760
'02 1150 GS ...

'02 1150 GS
http://ghbuck.smugmug.com/Other/R1150GS/i-gz6jmW2/0/L/DSC0290-L.jpg
http://ghbuck.smugmug.com/Other/R1150GS/i-nWSvQ3k/0/L/DSC0289-L.jpg
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