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Forum: Beasts Yesterday, 12:29 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
Chains can last quite a while too. My old VFR had...

Chains can last quite a while too. My old VFR had the original chain and sprokets on it when I sold it with 30K miles and they were still in good shape and in spec. I've also seen bikes with much...
Forum: Beasts 05-22-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
I also doubt they'll do a shaft because a...

I also doubt they'll do a shaft because a redesign of the cases would be required...a lot of expense for a single model or two. I also wish the Multi was shaft drive, and the Diavel too. But a chain,...
Forum: Equipment 05-20-2013, 10:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,467
Posted By Flightar
+1, Held Steve.

+1, Held Steve.
Forum: Equipment 05-20-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,962
Posted By Flightar
I have had many supposedly waterproof pieces of...

I have had many supposedly waterproof pieces of gear that leaked...even when new.

Tourmaster 3/4 (worked for 6 mos then leaked like it wasen't there), Tourmaster light (might as well just leave...
Forum: Equipment 05-20-2013, 10:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 608
Posted By Flightar
I live in Florida and I use a Two piece Darien...

I live in Florida and I use a Two piece Darien all year long. Yes it can get warm in the summer, but I value Being safe, and DRY much more than being a bit cooler. I can't live with gear that isn't...
Forum: Beasts 05-17-2013, 07:52 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
Yes, the cables do pinch but only the clutch,...

Yes, the cables do pinch but only the clutch, turn signal, switch pod, and heated grip cables for the left grip. But I have actually reach full lock for them to do so. That said, I can't imagine too...
Forum: Road warriors 05-15-2013, 01:22 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,693
Posted By Flightar
My first bike was a Honda Mini Trail 50...still...

My first bike was a Honda Mini Trail 50...still can't imagine a better place to start.

My first street bike was a Yamaha XS 400 Standard...now to answer the question posed by the O.P.

I...
Forum: Beasts 05-13-2013, 03:37 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 17,757
Posted By Flightar
Yes, it does not dive much...depending upon which...

Yes, it does not dive much...depending upon which setting you have it in. Sport is the least, touring is slightly more, and urban is a bit more. That said though neither setting is as much as a...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-08-2013, 02:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 918
Posted By Flightar
My brother owned a 750 Zephyr and it was a really...

My brother owned a 750 Zephyr and it was a really good bike. The look was spot on as an updated Z1 900...even though I personally liked the looks of the 550 a bit better. I've looked a time or two...
Forum: Beasts 05-05-2013, 06:05 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
I have had no issues with the Scorpions...they...

I have had no issues with the Scorpions...they stick much better than I expected, warm up quickly, don't hunt on rain grooves, and don't squirm on cold or wet roads. I like them quite a lot...but...
Forum: Beasts 05-05-2013, 12:36 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
My 13 MTS runs very well, and is very smooth. The...

My 13 MTS runs very well, and is very smooth. The only range it does not like running in is below 45 mph in 6th gear. It's simply geared too tall. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns =...
Forum: Beasts 04-18-2013, 11:18 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,355
Posted By Flightar
Actually, the maintenance intervals and thier...

Actually, the maintenance intervals and thier associated costs on the 13 model MTS are much more reasonable now that they simplified the services, and extended the valve adjustment interval. They are...
Forum: Beasts 04-17-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,355
Posted By Flightar
An S10 is a great bike to be sure...a tad ugly to...

An S10 is a great bike to be sure...a tad ugly to me, but if its not to you then thats all that matters. I have a 13 Multistrada 12 and its just "tits". But YMMV. What about a BMW R1200R and a...
Forum: Beasts 04-17-2013, 07:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,877
Posted By Flightar
My old 04 VFR's mirrors were much better than the...

My old 04 VFR's mirrors were much better than the ones on the MTS. Its mirrors were very clear at highway speeds where the MTS's are very blurry at any speed over 40 mph. I think the differences are...
Forum: Beasts 04-10-2013, 12:04 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,091
Posted By Flightar
Between the W/C variants I'd personally go for...

Between the W/C variants I'd personally go for the GS if money isn't a issue...if I was going to, or had to save a few dollars, the Explorer all the way. The Triumph is a fantastic bike though and...
Forum: Beasts 04-10-2013, 11:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,110
Posted By Flightar
Not to mention with a new single they could make...

Not to mention with a new single they could make the following models:

a new Imola Desmo Paul Smart Edition! I know the originals were L-Twins, but a counterbalanced 650cc Desmo single, with...
Forum: Road warriors 04-06-2013, 04:24 AM
Replies: 291
Views: 68,398
Posted By Flightar
When I had my YZF 750R a few years ago, I rented...

When I had my YZF 750R a few years ago, I rented an R1100S for two weeks and rode it all over the NC, Ten, Vir, N Ga, area...this bike made me a believer in ABS, Hard Saddlebags, Heated Grips, Shaft...
Forum: Beasts 04-06-2013, 03:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,736
Posted By Flightar
I don't own an S10 but I have ridden one. I...

I don't own an S10 but I have ridden one. I really liked the comfort and the smoothness. The engine I also liked, but it runs out of revs quickly, and does not give you a strong top end rush. I get...
Forum: Beasts 04-06-2013, 03:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,686
Posted By Flightar
Between the two its really not even a question....

Between the two its really not even a question. Based upon your answers as to whether or not you can afford it...get the Multistrada. After you ride it you won't regret the purchase, and you will...
Forum: Road warriors 04-06-2013, 01:53 AM
Replies: 2,544
Views: 704,770
Posted By Flightar
Nice...but, the original round case version was...

Nice...but, the original round case version was prettier.
Forum: Beasts 04-06-2013, 01:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,877
Posted By Flightar
Yeah, the bike should have factory cruise...

Yeah, the bike should have factory cruise control, an even longer riders seat, an exhaust that does not intrude on the right saddlebag, a windscreen that isn't noisy, a centerstand that does not...
Forum: Thumpers 04-05-2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 1,035
Views: 118,783
Posted By Flightar
Here's my G/F's new baby...F/L with 2" Kouba...

Here's my G/F's new baby...F/L with 2" Kouba Links.


http://lowside343964.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Flightar/i-Qpx97mC/0/XL/G650GS%20L-Side-XL.jpg
...
Forum: Beasts 04-05-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
Yeah, I know guy's...but the upside is, the bike...

Yeah, I know guy's...but the upside is, the bike is perfect and I'm not going to be forced to use that dealer. I wouldn't have used them at all except I bought two bikes (the MTS 12 and a G650GS F/L)...
Forum: Road warriors 04-04-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 762
Posted By Flightar
I had a 1997 YZF 750R and it was a great bike...I...

I had a 1997 YZF 750R and it was a great bike...I had zero issues or problems with mine in 30K miles. They are very comfortable for pure sportbikes, even compared to bikes of the same vintage. In...
Forum: Beasts 04-04-2013, 11:33 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,877
Posted By Flightar
So far, I love my 13. It's poised, powerful,...

So far, I love my 13. It's poised, powerful, smooth, comfortable, and just works...no complaints.
Forum: Beasts 04-04-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
RE: My 13 S Touring didn't come with a fender...

RE: My 13 S Touring didn't come with a fender extender, nor did it come with gas in the tank, or an explanation of the controls and features. Basically, it was give us your money, here's the keys,...
Forum: Beasts 04-03-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
Here's my new Multistrada...so far its been...

Here's my new Multistrada...so far its been great. Sharp eys will notice the Grandturismo windscreen.

http://lowside343964.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Flightar/i-t4bRDjw/0/L/MTS%20R-Side-L.jpg
...
Forum: Beasts 04-03-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 17,757
Posted By Flightar
Here's mine...great so far ...

Here's mine...great so far

http://lowside343964.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Flightar/i-4PcxTVP/0/L/MTS%20L-Side-L.jpg
...
Forum: Beasts 04-03-2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
I personally like the Touratech one better...it...

I personally like the Touratech one better...it better matches the stock guard because it has the triangular hole of the TT logo...
Forum: Beasts 04-02-2013, 01:44 PM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
As another option, Metzeler Z8's are very, very,...

As another option, Metzeler Z8's are very, very, good tires.
Forum: Beasts 03-17-2013, 10:42 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 17,757
Posted By Flightar
Update: The OEM top box is great. You can't even...

Update: The OEM top box is great. You can't even tell that its there while riding. Its very roomy, well built, and will (barely) fit two full face Arai's. It also does not intrude too badly into the...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-17-2013, 10:14 PM
Replies: 9,083
Views: 1,377,442
Posted By Flightar
You guys are going to love the all LED...

You guys are going to love the all LED headlight...I couldn't wait for the new GS to come in any longer (I have a very hard time with buying something cash, and then having to wait an undetermined...
Forum: Beasts 03-16-2013, 02:41 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 17,757
Posted By Flightar
I got my new MTS 12 S Touring last week and have...

I got my new MTS 12 S Touring last week and have 1600 miles on it so far...overall its a great bike except the seat sucks and the windscreen is only good in the lowest position. If you move it the...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-04-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 9,083
Views: 1,377,442
Posted By Flightar
Bad news for US cutomers...my dealer advised me...

Bad news for US cutomers...my dealer advised me today that 2000 GS's were imported into the country for dealers to do demo's. Today they got the word from BMW that all of them have been re-called...
Forum: Beasts 02-24-2013, 04:24 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
The Angel's are great tires. They stick well,...

The Angel's are great tires. They stick well, wear well, heat up quickly, work really well in the wet, and generally don't do anything weird. My brother had multiple sets on his FJR before he sold...
Forum: Beasts 02-24-2013, 04:21 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
Thanks...

Thanks...
Forum: Beasts 02-23-2013, 07:40 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
Question: How are the handlebars on the...

Question: How are the handlebars on the multistrada 1200 vibration damped?

Rubber mounts? Top Clamp construction? Heavy bar weights? the construction of the bar itself, or some other method?
Forum: Road warriors 02-17-2013, 04:16 AM
Replies: 519
Views: 72,696
Posted By Flightar
The comments about the ninja 650 are...puzzling....

The comments about the ninja 650 are...puzzling. My son has one, and my personal experiences with riding it are completely different to the point I wonder if there was something wrong with the one...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-17-2013, 12:29 AM
Replies: 9,083
Views: 1,377,442
Posted By Flightar
What is truly amazing is that BMW USA's website...

What is truly amazing is that BMW USA's website currently has the base MSRP of the new GS at $15, 800.00 (with ABS), and the old GS at $16, 150.00 (with ABS)...so, with all of the improvements the...
Forum: Beasts 02-10-2013, 03:35 AM
Replies: 4,979
Views: 906,317
Posted By Flightar
Has anyone found a fix for the blurry mirrors?

Has anyone found a fix for the blurry mirrors?
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