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Forum: Equipment 05-19-2013, 03:31 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,193
Posted By Ballbearing
They look good. I can't tell from the picture,...

They look good. I can't tell from the picture, but are they pushed forward to keep the weight in front of the axle? That was my concern I guess. My gen 2 racks center the bags over the axle. In order...
Forum: Equipment 05-19-2013, 11:08 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,193
Posted By Ballbearing
Will Wolfman gen2 racks, say on a DR650, put the...

Will Wolfman gen2 racks, say on a DR650, put the bags in a proper position?

It appears that those racks would need to be modified to allow the bags to hang in the "Colebatch"...
Forum: Equipment 05-18-2013, 09:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,256
Posted By Ballbearing
Tonto Rim Trading company has them....wild rags...

Tonto Rim Trading company has them....wild rags that is.

http://tontorim.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/page12.html
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-01-2013, 05:13 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 20,694
Posted By Ballbearing
http://bustedturtle.smugmug.com/People/Family/i-wC...

http://bustedturtle.smugmug.com/People/Family/i-wCfLvPM/0/M/Scan2-M.jpg
My Dad and me
1981

I still have trouble touching the ground today !
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 04-04-2013, 05:47 AM
Replies: 11,399
Views: 667,533
Posted By Ballbearing
Unfortunately I have to work the next 3...

Unfortunately I have to work the next 3 weekends...

The ride through Elkinsville and the trail sounds good though. I just got a DR and I'm looking for those types of roads. I looked at a few of...
Forum: Vendors 03-29-2013, 03:31 AM
Replies: 242
Views: 13,265
Posted By Ballbearing
I'm glad I checked this thread today. Thanks.

I'm glad I checked this thread today.

Thanks.
Forum: Vendors 03-27-2013, 04:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,066
Posted By Ballbearing
OK, Thanks. I don't have the hard bags yet, I'm...

OK, Thanks. I don't have the hard bags yet, I'm just weighing my options.
Forum: Vendors 03-27-2013, 09:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,066
Posted By Ballbearing
What I would like to do is use both hard and soft...

What I would like to do is use both hard and soft bags.

Will your side racks also accept Happy Trail teton panniers? From the pictures it appears that they might be located too close to the...
Forum: Thumpers 03-15-2013, 04:49 AM
Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,996
Posted By Ballbearing
Great info. That makes me feel better. ...

Great info. That makes me feel better.

Thanks.
Forum: Thumpers 03-12-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,996
Posted By Ballbearing
Yes, I am a worrier. What's your thoughts on...

Yes, I am a worrier.

What's your thoughts on the milkiness?

Also, am I correct in saying that the oil level is normally lower when the engine is hot or is it the other way around?

Thanks.
Forum: Thumpers 03-12-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,996
Posted By Ballbearing
I may eventually do that. This oil level seems...

I may eventually do that. This oil level seems to be all over the place (or I am..). One time it's midway when hot, the other time it's low when hot.

I thought oil levels dropped when the...
Forum: Thumpers 03-12-2013, 09:58 AM
Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,996
Posted By Ballbearing
OK, I called the dealer. The salesman was...

OK, I called the dealer. The salesman was helpful and receptive.

I checked the oil level again this morning when the engine was completely cold. The level is about midway depending on how...
Forum: Thumpers 03-11-2013, 07:02 PM
Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,996
Posted By Ballbearing
Well, I joined the club a few days ago and got a...

Well, I joined the club a few days ago and got a 2012. I trailered it home and haven't had the chance to ride yet.

So tonight I was looking over the bike and noticed that the oil level was at...
Forum: Equipment 03-02-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,533
Posted By Ballbearing
Thanks for the information. My Dad is...

Thanks for the information.

My Dad is dependent on a C-PAP machine also. I'll share this information with him. Maybe it'll let him get out more. (if Mom lets him, that it...) While he doesn't...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-15-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,353
Posted By Ballbearing
"Mondo Enduro" and "Terra...

"Mondo Enduro" and "Terra Circa".
Forum: Ride reports 09-07-2012, 04:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,165
Posted By Ballbearing
Great Report.

Great Report.
Forum: Ride reports 09-05-2012, 05:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,165
Posted By Ballbearing
I agree. :D

I agree. :D
Forum: Trip Planning 04-16-2012, 12:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,588
Posted By Ballbearing
IN. Unfortunately I'll either be on my road...

IN.

Unfortunately I'll either be on my road bike or in the car for this one. Either way, though, it'll be a good time.
Forum: Equipment 11-30-2009, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By Ballbearing
I had good luck with a couple orders I placed. ...

I had good luck with a couple orders I placed. I'll use them again for sure.
Forum: Parallel Universe 11-23-2009, 07:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,478
Posted By Ballbearing
Same here.

Same here.
Forum: Equipment 07-23-2009, 11:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,035
Posted By Ballbearing
I have a pair of Large that I wore once for about...

I have a pair of Large that I wore once for about 60 miles. I should have gotten medium. I, too, ordered a size larger for ease of donning and doffing. This has led to excess material and wind...
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-01-2009, 02:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,350
Posted By Ballbearing
It's natural for me to worry about every last...

It's natural for me to worry about every last detail. I'll give this a shot though. After messing around with it a while I don't think it will be too big of a problem. Adding risers will probably...
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-01-2009, 01:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,350
Posted By Ballbearing
OK. I just mounted it. Looks just like the...

OK. I just mounted it. Looks just like the instruction pictures. Handlebar controls touch the side pockets at full lock. I've adjusted front and back and centered the bag. It doesn't appear that...
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-01-2009, 12:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,350
Posted By Ballbearing
I haven't mounted it yet. I just sat it on the...

I haven't mounted it yet. I just sat it on the bike in the position it's supposed to be in. I'm sure that if yours works, mine should as well.
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-01-2009, 05:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,350
Posted By Ballbearing
Rox risers is coming out with a new upgraded...

Rox risers is coming out with a new upgraded riser that will work better for the 800GS. I'm just waiting for it to become available. Hopefully not too much longer.
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-01-2009, 05:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,350
Posted By Ballbearing
Sorry, thought you were joking (kinda, sorta...

Sorry, thought you were joking (kinda, sorta anyway)

I really like the bag. Construction and features are great.

At this point I've just sat the bag on the tank. I haven't attached anything...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-31-2009, 07:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,350
Posted By Ballbearing
Yup, you're probably right. I'll throw it in the...

Yup, you're probably right. I'll throw it in the mail. Be watching for the package. It should arrive any day now. :D
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-31-2009, 12:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,350
Posted By Ballbearing
Sorry to revive an older thread, but... As...

Sorry to revive an older thread, but...

As far as standing goes how do you guys do it? I'm not sure that any tankbag would be comfortable for me while standing. It seems that all of them, unless...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-24-2009, 07:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,929
Posted By Ballbearing
Will the "straight" up 20mm risers provide enough...

Will the "straight" up 20mm risers provide enough "backsweep" to alleviate that situation in your estimation. I know this will probably differ with everyone considering different shapes and sizes.
...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-22-2009, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 675
Posted By Ballbearing
Yes, Seriously. Mine just has a slight...

Yes, Seriously.

Mine just has a slight squeakiness to it. Nothing that I am too concerned about. Braking action is still what it's supposed to be.

This bike is no different than several cars...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-22-2009, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 675
Posted By Ballbearing
I have the same issue on mine with 2200 miles,...

I have the same issue on mine with 2200 miles, unless I brake hard. Sorry, don't know the exact cause or fix for it.
Forum: Equipment 05-18-2009, 10:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,080
Posted By Ballbearing
I just realized that the initial post is from...

I just realized that the initial post is from 2005.
Forum: Equipment 05-15-2009, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,080
Posted By Ballbearing
I'm not familiar with the shield on the RT, but,...

I'm not familiar with the shield on the RT, but, I did find this:

Moose racing heat shield (http://www.Motorcycle-Superstore.com/2/9/187/4166/ITEM/Moose-Racing-Heat-Shield.aspx)

I haven't used...
Forum: Vendors 05-13-2009, 10:52 AM
Replies: 335
Views: 32,566
Posted By Ballbearing
Could I also have the code? Thanks.

Could I also have the code?

Thanks.
Forum: Vendors 05-07-2009, 06:11 PM
Replies: 1,879
Views: 303,819
Posted By Ballbearing
Thanks, I was afraid that two sets of gear...

Thanks,

I was afraid that two sets of gear would be required.

If I have to buy two sets, which mesh gear? I know that the Turbine is the safest, but how much less protection does the Typhoon...
Forum: Vendors 05-07-2009, 05:43 PM
Replies: 1,879
Views: 303,819
Posted By Ballbearing
Thanks. What really sucks here is the humidity. ...

Thanks. What really sucks here is the humidity. I can stand the high temps in the desert (I'm assuming Death Valley has low humidity) and US West, but here it's just terrible. After taking a...
Forum: Vendors 05-07-2009, 03:05 PM
Replies: 1,879
Views: 303,819
Posted By Ballbearing
Thanks Dennis, A couple more questions...

Thanks Dennis,

A couple more questions before I commit:

Based on your post the cayenne pro pants will be fine for summer?

Also, you said "possibly" a mesh jacket for summer. I...
Forum: Vendors 05-06-2009, 07:26 PM
Replies: 1,879
Views: 303,819
Posted By Ballbearing
Which suit?

Hey, I've been researching for the last month or so and I am more confused than ever.

I'm ready to get a new suit but I don't know which. Somebody dress me please before my head explodes.

I...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-15-2009, 10:43 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 8,362
Posted By Ballbearing
I have no first hand knowledge on the other...

I have no first hand knowledge on the other items, but, I have heard the same clunk from my front end and traced it back the rotors.
Forum: Equipment 04-08-2009, 12:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 686
Posted By Ballbearing
Sounds like the pegpacker ...

Sounds like the pegpacker

http://www.bestrestproducts.com/c-114-pegpacker.aspx
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