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Forum: Old's Cool 05-18-2013, 05:59 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,496
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
My friend is going to sell his '82 Suzuki GS...

My friend is going to sell his '82 Suzuki GS 750EZ. I owned it for a couple of years, being the second owner. I think it only has about 13,000 miles on it.
Here it is on the day I bought it... I...
Forum: Road warriors 05-18-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,046
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
A motorcycle is not an investment. It is a...

A motorcycle is not an investment. It is a vehicle. Vehicles almost always loose value. There are very few that go up in value, but the rest do not. Picking a vehicle on the basis of value will make...
Forum: Road warriors 05-11-2013, 04:55 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
That was me checking it out in the rain. I am not...

That was me checking it out in the rain. I am not in the market for another bike. If I was.... Hmmm.
I just prefer the upright riding position of the Norge.
Forum: Road warriors 05-10-2013, 05:52 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
The white one looks good. this white one looks...

The white one looks good.
this white one looks good as well...
http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheating/CIMG0044_zps2d7bffde.jpg...
Forum: Ride reports 05-03-2013, 06:28 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 46,225
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
You have picked a good time to come up the coast....

You have picked a good time to come up the coast. The Seattle area temps should be pretty good for the next few days. Good luck to you.
Forum: Ride reports 04-25-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 46,225
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I have never imported any vehicles to Canada. I...

I have never imported any vehicles to Canada. I have exported a couple to the US from Canada. The toughest experience was when my In Laws gave us a "98 Mini Van in '01. Washington State forced us to...
Forum: Road warriors 04-25-2013, 08:03 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I actually moved it back (about 1 1/2 ")as far as...

I actually moved it back (about 1 1/2 ")as far as it would go to give my wife extra room.
Forum: Road warriors 04-24-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Senario #3 was when I was offloading my bike in...

Senario #3 was when I was offloading my bike in Tiberon CA. on a street that I was not familiar with. I was warming up the bike while parked on a slight downward slope toward the gutter. I turned...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-20-2013, 06:29 PM
Replies: 629
Views: 88,521
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
When I was buying my Moto Guzzi, I was giving the...

When I was buying my Moto Guzzi, I was giving the dealer my information and he looks at my last name and asks if I am related to Ann. Yep she is my sister. She bought a Moto Guzzi from him about 4...
Forum: Road warriors 04-20-2013, 05:36 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 35,915
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I really like the white one... ...

I really like the white one...
http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheating/CIMG0049_zps0a32505d.jpg (http://s917.photobucket.com/user/Atlasheating/media/CIMG0049_zps0a32505d.jpg.html)
Forum: Road warriors 04-18-2013, 07:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 590
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I have used Cycle Gear on two of my bikes. Good...

I have used Cycle Gear on two of my bikes. Good people good prices.
I would not ride 500 miles on old tires that have cracks in the sidewall. There is a point where being cheap is not a virtue.
Forum: Road warriors 03-18-2013, 07:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,760
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I have the 08 Norge 1200. It is like the Breva...

I have the 08 Norge 1200. It is like the Breva 1100 but with fairing and 100cc's more power. I bought mine as a new bike in 010. In two and a half years and 16,500 miles I have not had many problems....
Forum: Road warriors 03-08-2013, 06:39 AM
Replies: 588
Views: 159,283
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Wet Guzi

That was a late July ride in 2012. It NEVER rains much in Omak WA in July, except last summer. the day before was totally beautiful, sunny and hot. This storm came out of nowhere.
We were scouting...
Forum: Road warriors 03-07-2013, 06:11 AM
Replies: 588
Views: 159,283
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Wet Guzzi

Wet Guzzi with wet Harley...
http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheating/CIMG0015_zpsa3a18fd0.jpg
Ready for rain riding......
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-07-2013, 06:05 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 26,758
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Last July in Omak, WA

We came over on Sunday and missed a freak storm...
Monday was quite nice...
http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheating/CIMG0004_zps7c52ba4e.jpg
Tuesday morning we woke to this:...
Forum: Ride reports 02-28-2013, 09:00 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 46,225
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
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Forum: Ride reports 01-12-2013, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,229
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Like you I moved from a Suzuki to a big block...

Like you I moved from a Suzuki to a big block Moto Guzzi
A couple of years ago I bought a '82 Suzuki GS750 from a friend. I rode it for a year and moved up to the Moto Guzzi.
Here is the Suzuki:...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 12-31-2012, 05:30 AM
Replies: 342
Views: 35,348
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Moto Guzzi Norge

http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheating/CIMG0113.jpg
Forum: Ride reports 12-25-2012, 08:40 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 34,320
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Just a thought... When you are replacing the...

Just a thought...
When you are replacing the chain and sprocket. Be careful how you adjust it. Too much tension will really screw up the seals for the front sprocket. Then you will be using lots of...
Forum: Road warriors 12-24-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,288
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I am one of the happy '08 Norge 2v owners. I...

I am one of the happy '08 Norge 2v owners.
I have not ridden the new one to compare, but I am satisfied with the old one for sure.
One of the huge tipping points for me was buying a brand new...
Forum: Road warriors 12-20-2012, 01:57 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
There are some great buys on '08's and '09's. I...

There are some great buys on '08's and '09's. I have 16,000 on my '08 and the bike is still going strong.
A few weeks ago I experienced the red triangle. It was there for the first 2 miles. Then I...
Forum: Road warriors 12-20-2012, 05:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,663
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I think your original premise is flawed. The...

I think your original premise is flawed. The cruiser market is huge. I think Harley Davidson sells a large % of all motorcycles sold in America. Honda sells alot, but they have many different bikes....
Forum: Road warriors 12-18-2012, 07:30 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,492
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
This is the start of winter. You have time, don't...

This is the start of winter. You have time, don't jump at the first deal, if it not what you want.
You must find the bike that speaks to you, not that someone else likes.
You probably won't keep...
Forum: Road warriors 12-01-2012, 06:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 869
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I think for a first time rider smaller is better....

I think for a first time rider smaller is better. You can always move up and get a bigger bike as you gain confidence. It is pretty hard to enjoy a bike that you can not handle at a stop sign. As far...
Forum: Road warriors 11-12-2012, 07:22 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,223
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I am comfortable with Standard foot pegs below...

I am comfortable with Standard foot pegs below me. Feet forward feels ackward and out of control.
That said, I do like the low seat and low center of gravity offered by Harley and other cruisers....
Forum: Road warriors 11-09-2012, 07:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,205
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
you guys with the long legs are who the moto...

you guys with the long legs are who the moto designers are creating bikes to fit.
There were many bikes that I tried to sit on and realized that it was plain too tall for me.
Then to amplify that...
Forum: Road warriors 11-08-2012, 07:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,205
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Two things you must take into consideration. #1...

Two things you must take into consideration.
#1 Seat height vs. your inseam. If you buy a tall bike and have a passenger, it could spell trouble at the stop sign.
#2 Your combined weights. Not much...
Forum: Road warriors 11-02-2012, 07:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,876
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Love the Norge...

Love the Norge...
Forum: Road warriors 10-02-2012, 04:33 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Looks like I won't make the October Breakfast in...

Looks like I won't make the October Breakfast in Enumclaw, this month. I have work.
Forum: Road warriors 09-23-2012, 07:00 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,470
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
My friend's Moto Guzzi Breva 1100. I couldn't...

My friend's Moto Guzzi Breva 1100. I couldn't believe how much I liked it...... except for the wind. I bought a Moto Guzzi Norge 1200. Almost the same thing except for a fairing and hard luggage.
Forum: Road warriors 09-04-2012, 05:50 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Here are some pics from Saturday's Moto Guzzi...

Here are some pics from Saturday's Moto Guzzi Brerakfast in Enumclaw, WA.
Thanks Drone for inviting me.
Lots of Guzzis present.
A Couple of 1200 Sports
A couple of Stelvios
A Couple of Norges...
Forum: Road warriors 08-06-2012, 07:23 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
When I had my top box installed, it was just a...

When I had my top box installed, it was just a bit too forward for my wife. I was able to move it back without any problem. Mine is the Givi and the keys don't match. I am OK with that. I always keep...
Forum: Road warriors 07-18-2012, 04:36 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 57,736
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheati...

http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheating/CIMG0001.jpg
Forum: Ride reports 07-14-2012, 07:39 AM
Replies: 184
Views: 28,405
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I think I saw you at the bottom of Lolo Pass. We...

I think I saw you at the bottom of Lolo Pass. We were coming from Misoula and stopped at a little gas station. I noticed your red Ducati. That would have been Saturday July 7th. I was on the black...
Forum: Road warriors 07-09-2012, 08:02 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Just finished a 1300 mile ride with some friends....

Just finished a 1300 mile ride with some friends. We kept the speed up in the 70's and into the 80's depending on what the speed limit was. The Norge did not miss a beat. My fuel mileage was between...
Forum: Road warriors 07-06-2012, 06:21 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,068
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I don't miss 2 strokes at all...

I don't miss 2 strokes at all...
Forum: Road warriors 07-02-2012, 08:21 AM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,358
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I own a Moto Guzzi Norge 1200. It is slower than...

I own a Moto Guzzi Norge 1200. It is slower than most (all) of the other Sport Touring bikes, but it is comfortable, works well at speed and does all I could want. With removable hard bags that...
Forum: Road warriors 07-02-2012, 07:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
I think 60 HP is at maximum RPM so when you are...

I think 60 HP is at maximum RPM so when you are going down the highway, you are not using the maximum HP. 700 vs 1500 is quite a jump. Usually the bigger engine produces more torque at lower RPMs....
Forum: Road warriors 06-21-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
Here is a pic on Steven's pass from last month. ...

Here is a pic on Steven's pass from last month.
http://i917.photobucket.com/albums/ad12/Atlasheating/SDC10995.jpg
Forum: Road warriors 06-21-2012, 06:39 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,280
Posted By Scott of the Sahara
My clutch makes the noise. I have heard it said...

My clutch makes the noise. I have heard it said "dry clutches save lives"
I warm my bike up for just a few minutes before I ride.
Yesterday I tried to take off immediately after starting it and it...
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