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Forum: Canada 04-29-2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 3,367
Views: 248,177
Posted By Durden
Lycan, saw you ripping down Crowchild yesterday...

Lycan, saw you ripping down Crowchild yesterday around 5, looks like you guys made it back in a decent time, wished I had made it, but I'm sure it was a bit gusty.
Forum: Canada 04-25-2013, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3,367
Views: 248,177
Posted By Durden
That's a great ride, should be decent conditions,...

That's a great ride, should be decent conditions, unfortunately I cant make a full day commitment, so I'm unfortunately out, but should be a good day. I assume you're slabbing it back on 22?

If...
Forum: Canada 04-23-2013, 03:20 PM
Replies: 3,367
Views: 248,177
Posted By Durden
Ahh sleeping in my tent because there was a sock...

Ahh sleeping in my tent because there was a sock on the doorknob, memories :lol3
Forum: Thumpers 04-23-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 1,032
Views: 118,478
Posted By Durden
Sorry to hear that, Ive got 12,000km with no...

Sorry to hear that, Ive got 12,000km with no issue, but mine is a latter number. Rest assured after the warranty is completed you'll have to issues.
Forum: Thumpers 04-22-2013, 09:32 PM
Replies: 1,032
Views: 118,478
Posted By Durden
Yup, this is the "hot start issue" which effects...

Yup, this is the "hot start issue" which effects some of the early G650 engines, its fixed under warranty

Here is the bulletin: http://www.gravesurrounds.com/bike/hotstart.pdf

To quote another...
Forum: Canada 04-22-2013, 08:59 PM
Replies: 3,367
Views: 248,177
Posted By Durden
Guess who's back!

Hey hey boys, sorry I've been MIA, you're absolutely right Shibby, work and the new family member has kept me busy the fast few months. However, today I fired the bike up and got out for a quick...
Forum: Thumpers 04-21-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
Thanks, found it stamped just under shifter! ...

Thanks, found it stamped just under shifter! Mine is 6431**** which is later than the ones with issues which may explain 13,000 problem free kms on my 2012
Forum: Thumpers 04-20-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
Dumb question, but where can I see the engine...

Dumb question, but where can I see the engine number on the sertao, didn't see it in the obvious places.
Forum: Thumpers 02-05-2013, 09:21 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
I wondered about that. PM me if you need a puck...

I wondered about that. PM me if you need a puck and I'll mail a couple out to you. I have a 4Gallon pale of em.
Forum: Canada 01-31-2013, 02:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 936
Posted By Durden
+1 on the Arctic Chalet, super nice people, great...

+1 on the Arctic Chalet, super nice people, great accommodations:

Staying at the Arctic Chalet (http://vivaenduro.com/?p=332)

Plus they have BBQs for midnight grilling!
Forum: Thumpers 01-30-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
^^^ Ahh the hockey puck what cant it do!? The...

^^^ Ahh the hockey puck what cant it do!? The best Canadian made mod for the Sertao (unless you use those inferior Slovak pucks) :lol3
Forum: Ride reports 01-29-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 210,918
Posted By Durden
This was taken off my phone a few weeks ago...

This was taken off my phone a few weeks ago (Celsius):

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd38/tdurden5573/Motorbike/63E9B129-C90F-4FEA-BBB4-A34292BA0FB3-1481-000000E84EAF3875.jpg
Forum: Thumpers 01-27-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
When I rode my KLR to Mexico I had thousands of...

When I rode my KLR to Mexico I had thousands of dollars worth of mods, for my first trip with the Sertao it was pretty much stock and was an amazing bike. A few things I had and/or would recommend...
Forum: Thumpers 01-25-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
+1 on the Heidenau K60s, I got over 10,000km on...

+1 on the Heidenau K60s, I got over 10,000km on my last rear, probably will get double that on the front. They are a great compromise for street/dirt riding.

The beak should be warrantied, mine...
Forum: Thumpers 01-21-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
^^^ Awesome pics robram, I noticed your Sertao is...

^^^ Awesome pics robram, I noticed your Sertao is missing the "Sertao" sticker on the "tank", did you peel it off? I actually like the look without it.
Forum: Thumpers 01-17-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 1,032
Views: 118,478
Posted By Durden
When you change the oil, ask for a "Filter Kit",...

When you change the oil, ask for a "Filter Kit", BMW sells the filter with all the new seals and washers you need. Its a couple bucks extra than just a filter, but its a good idea to replace the...
Forum: Thumpers 01-17-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
As we roll into the second year of the Sertao, I...

As we roll into the second year of the Sertao, I love how all the fear mongering and rumblings about the Rotax engines being assembled in China turned out to be a non issue. I looked at a number of...
Forum: Thumpers 01-15-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
No pics handy of my bike laying down in the mud,...

No pics handy of my bike laying down in the mud, although I have a number of those, this is as close as I have handy:
...
Forum: Ride reports 01-14-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 523
Views: 185,711
Posted By Durden
^^^ Very cool, nice to know there are still good...

^^^ Very cool, nice to know there are still good people out there willing to help out those on the road - You Rock too Gary and Deb!

Anna, good job on the wrenching, its intimidating at first, but...
Forum: Thumpers 01-14-2013, 02:25 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
+1 on the tall seat - saved my a$$ and knees.

+1 on the tall seat - saved my a$$ and knees.
Forum: Thumpers 01-10-2013, 02:48 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
Haha. I'm guessing you are riding in some...

Haha. I'm guessing you are riding in some seriously hot temp 35c+, I've have been ridding in full touring gear sweating my ass off in 30c, and not found it an issue, although, its not usually in...
Forum: Thumpers 01-10-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
^^^ I'm struggling to figure out what the issue...

^^^ I'm struggling to figure out what the issue is, it sounds like you dont like the warm air blowing over your leg when the fan comes on? Are you sitting around on it while it idles? I've never...
Forum: Canada 01-08-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By Durden
Did Inuvik from Calgary this summer, the link to...

Did Inuvik from Calgary this summer, the link to the RR is below in my footer, take a look at the Whitehorse to Inuvik sections, some insight into conditions and route planning.

Its an amazing...
Forum: Ride reports 01-08-2013, 11:59 AM
Replies: 488
Views: 97,243
Posted By Durden
Amazing trip, I didn't realize you were doing ALL...

Amazing trip, I didn't realize you were doing ALL of N.America, great photos, I really enjoyed following!
Forum: Ride reports 01-08-2013, 07:37 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,882
Posted By Durden
Cool trip, great pictures, thanks for sharing. ...

Cool trip, great pictures, thanks for sharing. Makes me want to go explore the Balkans, you're lucky to be only a few days ride away!
Forum: Ride reports 01-07-2013, 07:51 PM
Replies: 4,653
Views: 2,514,646
Posted By Durden
Ha! Of course, my point was that this part of the...

Ha! Of course, my point was that this part of the world is extremely inhospitable during the long winter months, we get a very desirable perspective with all this amazing summer pics.

I know a few...
Forum: Ride reports 01-07-2013, 05:00 PM
Replies: 4,653
Views: 2,514,646
Posted By Durden
I know you aren't this far east yet, not even at...

I know you aren't this far east yet, not even at Irkutsk, but I checked the (current) weather in Yakutsk, WTF! Gives me a whole new appreciation for those that tough if out in the 'off season'.
...
Forum: Ride reports 01-07-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 1,595
Views: 535,908
Posted By Durden
Nice Kit, always amazes me how sh1tty the factory...

Nice Kit, always amazes me how sh1tty the factory tool bags are now a days.

As for gloves, the best solution I found was crab fishing neoprene gloves in Oregon, they are like a wetsuit and...
Forum: Ride reports 01-06-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,681
Posted By Durden
Cool adventure, great RR. Love Vietnam, one of...

Cool adventure, great RR. Love Vietnam, one of my favorite places. Amazing food, spectacular scenery and warm welcoming people, looks like you hit it all.

You have to know you're going to get...
Forum: Thumpers 01-06-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
I know the old F650GS had water pump issues, was...

I know the old F650GS had water pump issues, was recommended to keep a spare handle when doing a long trip.

Does anyone know if this is a similar issue with the new G650GS, I would assume so since...
Forum: Ride reports 01-04-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 523
Views: 185,711
Posted By Durden
Great write up, I missed you by a few weeks, one...

Great write up, I missed you by a few weeks, one thing I noted was there were a heck of a lot of Germans and Bears up north. Looking forward to the rest.
Forum: Canada 12-20-2012, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3,367
Views: 248,177
Posted By Durden
Hey Guys, nice to see some preliminary spring...

Hey Guys, nice to see some preliminary spring planning going on. Sorry I've been MIA, having a son caused the last 4 months to be a blur. I should have my Charriot mounting bracket from Touratec by...
Forum: Thumpers 12-20-2012, 09:04 AM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
Remember not all bikes have this issue, many of...

Remember not all bikes have this issue, many of us have over 10,000km with no issues whatsoever. The bikes come with 3 years warranty and from experience BMW is easy to deal with should you have any...
Forum: Ride reports 12-20-2012, 08:05 AM
Replies: 4,653
Views: 2,514,646
Posted By Durden
Absolutely stunning ride so far - I'm floored -...

Absolutely stunning ride so far - I'm floored - thanks for all the great photos guys.

I'm actually impressed you haven't hit any dead ends yet, I traced some GPS tracks through Northern Alberta a...
Forum: Thumpers 12-13-2012, 09:31 PM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
1. Brakes are a bit grabby, but I've never had a...

1. Brakes are a bit grabby, but I've never had a problem or thought it was an issue, may be a personal preference.
2. Agree, I ride dirt with the stock pegs still and actually prefer a smaller peg...
Forum: Thumpers 12-13-2012, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
I agree, I was pushed over a barrel when I did...

I agree, I was pushed over a barrel when I did the initial servicing, it was only an oil change and 'inspection' that I could have easily done myself. Feel like a chump for taking it in, but needed...
Forum: Ride reports 12-13-2012, 10:39 AM
Replies: 523
Views: 185,711
Posted By Durden
Great trip, good for you for going ahead with it....

Great trip, good for you for going ahead with it. Its easy for people back home sitting on the couch to say its dangerous alone, or you are not prepared, but I'm always impressed with people who...
Forum: Thumpers 11-21-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
Does this mean the rest of us should be expecting...

Does this mean the rest of us should be expecting Recall notices?
Forum: Canada 11-20-2012, 04:31 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,077
Posted By Durden
Its sad to hear this story. I've had a few shops...

Its sad to hear this story. I've had a few shops screw up my bike (not Anderwerks) on trivial work, but all immediately resolved the issue and offered fair comp. Customers have to be reasonable...
Forum: Thumpers 11-08-2012, 11:19 AM
Replies: 2,540
Views: 322,619
Posted By Durden
Wow, 12,000km on mine and not a hint of a...

Wow, 12,000km on mine and not a hint of a problem, sounds like it could be a bad batch? Sorry to hear about it, I'm loving mine and hope it stays that way.

Any word on a BMW recall to have these...
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