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Forum: Ride reports 04-22-2013, 09:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,090
Posted By sethsquatch
Glad to see you finally got this started. Can't...

Glad to see you finally got this started. Can't wait to see pics of that bike out in the wild instead of stuck on West Exec. :D
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-25-2012, 05:33 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,683
Posted By sethsquatch
Recommended to me by my stepfather who is also an...

Recommended to me by my stepfather who is also an inmate.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-24-2012, 04:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,982
Posted By sethsquatch
If I ride in a group I like to ride with two or...

If I ride in a group I like to ride with two or three friends that I know well. Every now and then a group of five of us gets together to ride. We all know each other and our riding styles and...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-16-2012, 05:29 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,512
Posted By sethsquatch
Like others have said if you get pulled over by a...

Like others have said if you get pulled over by a member of the traffic unit unless you have an amazing reason for what you're doing, you're getting a ticket. That's all they do and have zero wiggle...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 11-22-2012, 07:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,552
Posted By sethsquatch
My 2001 Honda CBR 929. I bought it new and have...

My 2001 Honda CBR 929. I bought it new and have been in love with it ever since. I use to work for a motorcycle dealer so I had lots of opportunities to ride all sorts of bikes but none has ever...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-26-2012, 08:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,714
Posted By sethsquatch
I used a one piece Fieldsheer suit for years but...

I used a one piece Fieldsheer suit for years but since I found a good two piece Olympia suit I find the one piece sits in the closet. I thought warmth might be an issue but it hasn't. Having the...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-10-2012, 03:49 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 7,331
Posted By sethsquatch
My longest was a 1083 mile day followed by a 934...

My longest was a 1083 mile day followed by a 934 mile day. Not my idea of fun but I had an unexpected job interview come up that I couldn't reschedule and had to haul ass home. Normally if I'm...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-12-2012, 02:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,548
Posted By sethsquatch
I did a fly and ride for my last bike. Long...

I did a fly and ride for my last bike. Long Island NY to San Francisco Ca. I found the bike on a reputable website I had bought items from before. I spoke to the seller several times, had him send...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-03-2012, 09:40 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 6,716
Posted By sethsquatch
Some myths have a bit of truth to them... ...

Some myths have a bit of truth to them...

There is no law that says you can't pass on the right on a multi-lane road. Multi lane meaning more than one lane going the same direction.

Sort of...
Forum: Americas 08-02-2012, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 993
Posted By sethsquatch
You might want to post that question in the...

You might want to post that question in the regional section, maybe a local inmate will let you use their address.
Forum: Americas 07-29-2012, 10:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 727
Posted By sethsquatch
I rode down to Key West last July. The ride down...

I rode down to Key West last July. The ride down was hot, humid, wet, flat, straight and boring as hell. The scenery didn't change from the top of the state to the bottom. Sometimes that's a good...
Forum: Americas 07-22-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 993
Posted By sethsquatch
North of San Francisco Hwy 1 and Hwy 36 are...

North of San Francisco Hwy 1 and Hwy 36 are fantastic rides. Hwy 36 will take you away from the coast into central Ca so it might not fit in with your plans but it's worth mentioning. If you stick...
Forum: Americas 06-22-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 523
Posted By sethsquatch
I've ridden the BRP with both types of gear. ...

I've ridden the BRP with both types of gear. Both worked fine, if you wear mesh bring rain gear, at some point you'll need it. I actually got a little chilly in the mornings and at the end of the...
Forum: Americas 06-03-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,558
Posted By sethsquatch
It's nice to have but personally I don't use...

It's nice to have but personally I don't use them. When I'm in hot weather like hwy 50 through Utah and Nevada in July I try to stop about every 100 miles to stretch, get gas and a nice cold bottle...
Forum: Americas 06-03-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,928
Posted By sethsquatch
When I bought my RT in New York getting a temp...

When I bought my RT in New York getting a temp tag was as easy as going to the DMV with the proper paperwork and paying $20 (I think). Rode back to Ca without any issues. I don't recommend using a...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-26-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 12,571
Posted By sethsquatch
Thankfully I've only been stung once while...

Thankfully I've only been stung once while riding. Had the visor up on my helmet as I was riding about 40mph and got stung just below my right eye. I'm thankful I had sunglasses on to keep the bee...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-13-2012, 10:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,067
Posted By sethsquatch
Yep it happens all the time. Allergy related...

Yep it happens all the time. Allergy related sneezing fits in my full face helmet tend to be my biggest issue.
Forum: Americas 05-12-2012, 11:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By sethsquatch
You can do SF to Eureka and back in a day but to...

You can do SF to Eureka and back in a day but to really enjoy it (stop and smell the roses, see the sights) you should make it an overnight. The only problem with doing it on a holiday weekend is...
Forum: Americas 05-12-2012, 04:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By sethsquatch
Like others have said Hwy 1 north and Hwy 36 are...

Like others have said Hwy 1 north and Hwy 36 are fantastic rides. If you do hwy 36 the Samoa Cookhouse near Eureka is a fun place to grab dinner. Also in that general area is the Avenue of the...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-12-2012, 04:14 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,449
Posted By sethsquatch
I did a two day track school at Thunder Hill in...

I did a two day track school at Thunder Hill in Ca. Probably the most fun I've had on a bike. Great instructors, I was able to learn a lot about both my bike and my limits. A lot of the skills...
Forum: Americas 05-09-2012, 09:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 675
Posted By sethsquatch
If you like oysters stop off at Hog Island Oyster...

If you like oysters stop off at Hog Island Oyster Farm on Hwy 1 north of San Francisco http://www.hogislandoysters.com/ If the weather is good it's a nice picnic area. If you want to do an...
Forum: Beasts 05-05-2012, 12:06 PM
Replies: 258
Views: 28,349
Posted By sethsquatch
1998 BMW R1100RT - Would I buy it again? Nope. ...

1998 BMW R1100RT - Would I buy it again? Nope. It has been a good bike and done everything I've asked of it but after several overheating issues when stuck in traffic I'd like to go back to a...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-02-2012, 01:08 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 5,970
Posted By sethsquatch
Out of roughly 200 people I know of 10 (including...

Out of roughly 200 people I know of 10 (including me) that ride.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-01-2012, 02:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,040
Posted By sethsquatch
Another vote for a track day. I've learned so...

Another vote for a track day. I've learned so much more in the few track days I've done then in all my years on the street. Being able to focus on the skills without having to worry about cops,...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-01-2012, 02:31 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,374
Posted By sethsquatch
I've had ongoing knee problems for several years....

I've had ongoing knee problems for several years. About six months ago I had surgery to clean up my meniscus and fix a partially torn MCL in my right knee. At some point I'll have to have some...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-30-2012, 06:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,995
Posted By sethsquatch
A few years ago I was riding Hwy 1 in NorCal and...

A few years ago I was riding Hwy 1 in NorCal and stopped on a scenic overlook. A guy on a brand new Ducati 1198S stops for a break. I was expecting a young guy, turned out to be a 85 year old...
Forum: Road warriors 04-18-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,465
Posted By sethsquatch
For that commute I'd go with an old Honda Elite...

For that commute I'd go with an old Honda Elite 80. Reliable, cheap, and you won't care when it's parked and someone knocks it over.

If you absolutely have to have a motorcycle the Suzuki DRZ...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-18-2012, 06:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,243
Posted By sethsquatch
I've used this to go all over the country: ...

I've used this to go all over the country:
http://www.aerostich.com/forearm-map-case.html

Easy to use and gets lots of comments from toll booth operators :lol3
Forum: GS Boxers 04-18-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,406
Posted By sethsquatch
I've developed knee problems over the last few...

I've developed knee problems over the last few years so my priorities have changed a bit. I used to only care about having proper gear and a twisty road.

Now:

1) Highway pegs
2) Lowered...
Forum: Ride reports 04-17-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 5,093
Views: 1,330,742
Posted By sethsquatch
Hi Radioman :wave Just got caught up on the RR. ...

Hi Radioman :wave Just got caught up on the RR. Your adventures and captivating writing never cease to amaze me. :bow Give me a shout if there's a ADV gathering for you in DC, it'd be great to see...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-04-2012, 12:20 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,857
Posted By sethsquatch
I'm sure there are some good roads I haven't...

I'm sure there are some good roads I haven't found but all the ones I have found or been shown by friends in the immediate area are crowded and heavily patrolled. I normally ride one to three hours...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-04-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,202
Posted By sethsquatch
Yep, no doubt in my mind. I should have been...

Yep, no doubt in my mind. I should have been more aware of the fact I was on a heavier bike with weaker breaks than I was use to and created a greater following distance between myself and the car...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-03-2012, 03:19 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,857
Posted By sethsquatch
I went from great riding in Northern California...

I went from great riding in Northern California to mostly crap because of a move for work. I hate not having great roads 10 minutes from my house, it's so frustrating not being able to unwind after...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-28-2012, 05:50 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,531
Posted By sethsquatch
You might want to contest that fine. There are...

You might want to contest that fine. There are exceptions to the no earplugs rule.
CA VC section 27400(d) A person wearing personal hearing protectors in the form of earplugs or molds that are...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-12-2012, 04:59 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,904
Posted By sethsquatch
I looked for about 10 minutes. I was talking...

I looked for about 10 minutes. I was talking with one of my MSF instructors and mentioned I was looking for a used bike. He had one he was looking to sell. $500 later I had a 1981 Honda CX 500. I...
Forum: Americas 03-05-2012, 04:29 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,524
Posted By sethsquatch
+2 this sounds almost exactly how I like to...

+2 this sounds almost exactly how I like to travel. If I just need to get somehwere I'll do 1000+ mile days but it isn't fun and defeats the whole reason I'm riding which is to enjoy myself.
Forum: Americas 02-29-2012, 01:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,537
Posted By sethsquatch
Anytime I've ridden or driven across Wyoming on...

Anytime I've ridden or driven across Wyoming on I-80 there has always been crosswinds. Nothing so bad that it prevents me from getting through it but if I can route around it I do. Don't worry,...
Forum: Americas 02-28-2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,537
Posted By sethsquatch
Riding a CBR across the US! You are a far braver...

Riding a CBR across the US! You are a far braver man than I. :lol3
Unless you're pressed for time going north from San Francisco I would avoid I-5 and stick to Hwy 1 and 101. It's both scenic and...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-27-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,277
Posted By sethsquatch
Oh that brings back horrible memories. We use to...

Oh that brings back horrible memories. We use to have the phrase "It's easier to ask for forgiveness then permission" hanging on the wall near the finance office.

Just to avoid the situation we...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-27-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,105
Posted By sethsquatch
I was never able to spin a cruiser very well but...

I was never able to spin a cruiser very well but sport bikes and dual sports are easy. It makes moving bikes around a cramped showroom floor much easier.
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