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Forum: Ride reports 05-15-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 16,317
Posted By knobbyjoe
I'm in too. Just got back from a big loop through...

I'm in too. Just got back from a big loop through northern Nevada, 9 days and 1500 miles with Dustdevil club members. I did have a need to ride back to civilization for 2 days and went back out to...
Forum: Equipment 05-15-2013, 10:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By knobbyjoe
I have the Alpinestars Tech 8 vented boots. I...

I have the Alpinestars Tech 8 vented boots. I bought these for racing desert and they have done well. They are looking beat up now after a bunch of years but still do the job.

They are much...
Forum: Equipment 05-08-2013, 01:32 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 31,182
Posted By knobbyjoe
Review of the Neotech

Bought the Neotech and have about 1500 miles riding on and off road. Most comfortable and best fit helmet I have ever owned. Have the thinest cheek pads.

Installed helmet speakers and my ears...
Forum: Equipment 04-30-2013, 11:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,442
Posted By knobbyjoe
Looking for Wisdom, I’m planning on hauling my...

Looking for Wisdom,
I’m planning on hauling my KTM 990 Adventure on the back of my 2008 26 foot class C. The chassis is a ford 450. Since this is the same 1.5 ton chassis use on the 30 footer I...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-30-2013, 09:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 529
Posted By knobbyjoe
This has come up before and also on KTMtalk. No...

This has come up before and also on KTMtalk. No one ever follows up with any real testing information. He offered to give me one to try for free. But changed his mind and wanted me to pay. I became...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-27-2013, 09:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 479
Posted By knobbyjoe
May we see your prefilter?

May we see your prefilter?
Forum: Vendors 04-23-2013, 12:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,348
Posted By knobbyjoe
Just got mine. Thanks gefr All the way from...

Just got mine. Thanks gefr

All the way from Greece, officially the Hellenic Republic, very cool. :clap
Forum: Orange Crush 04-21-2013, 09:00 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 6,803
Posted By knobbyjoe
Looks like the Griz has made a good case for the...

Looks like the Griz has made a good case for the uni. I especially like the idea of keeping the filter box with a pre-filter.
Forum: Equipment 04-18-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,144
Posted By knobbyjoe
Mr Clean did it!

I just had an episode on a gortex fabric with cat pee odor. It reeked! My wife said it will never get washed out. I took the challange. First washed it with HE no scent tide and borax in our front...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-11-2013, 05:11 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,046
Posted By knobbyjoe
touché Mortimersickle...One more thing, need a...

touché Mortimersickle...One more thing, need a qualified educational type to write the grant proposal for their engineering school.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-11-2013, 09:50 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,046
Posted By knobbyjoe
Once again we need a good scientific test......

Once again we need a good scientific test... Let's see different: tubes, tires, air pressure, load, speed, temperature, rubber types, talc powder, corn starch, grease, etc. Sounds like a university...
Forum: Vendors 04-10-2013, 07:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,348
Posted By knobbyjoe
Thanks gefr Just ordered the filters. Good...

Thanks gefr

Just ordered the filters. Good job doing all the work to get these filter to us at a reasonable price. After I change these out I will order another set to carry on my adventures.
KJ
Forum: Orange Crush 04-10-2013, 07:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,231
Posted By knobbyjoe
:shog If I knew where it is I would have! I...

:shog If I knew where it is I would have! I still have lots to learn. In frustration I gave it to the mechanic. Thanks for the suggestion as that could be the cause.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-10-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,231
Posted By knobbyjoe
Yes, the battery has been charge and recharged....

Yes, the battery has been charge and recharged. Head light are bright. I trailered the bike to the dealer. The mechanic is good and trustworthy so I hope the cost will be reasonable. I will report...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-10-2013, 10:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 411
Posted By knobbyjoe
Curious here:ear... For future reference, what...

Curious here:ear... For future reference, what did you find and what did you do to fix it.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-07-2013, 01:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 419
Posted By knobbyjoe
Last summer I was 100 miles from a regular fuel...

Last summer I was 100 miles from a regular fuel station in Northern Nevada. Filled up with regular low octane at a mom and pops store and the stock 990 2008 Adv never even cared. Did high mountain...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-07-2013, 09:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,231
Posted By knobbyjoe
First thing I did was disconnect the new lights. ...

First thing I did was disconnect the new lights. Also when I turn on the lights they are bright. Don't think it's the charging. Batteries fully charged. To save on mechanic time I have taken off the...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-06-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,231
Posted By knobbyjoe
I appreciate all your suggestions. I spent...

I appreciate all your suggestions.

I spent the many hours yesterday and today taking apart and reinstalling all the electrical connections I could get to. Still no change, when the key is turned...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-05-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,231
Posted By knobbyjoe
Electronic nightmare in Reno

2008 990 Adventure will not start! When key is turned on tachometer cycles normally. When start button is pressed it clicks and sends the tach into another cycle. New battery, parasitic draw test...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-29-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,487
Posted By knobbyjoe
Well I hope looks are deceiving. I just don't...

Well I hope looks are deceiving. I just don't think the fuel filter is going to fail. If it does I will be ready. If I end up doing them in the backcountry I'll just eat crow and kick myself.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-29-2013, 01:42 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,487
Posted By knobbyjoe
I'm going to get cj's kit and also gefr's filters...

I'm going to get cj's kit and also gefr's filters and carry them with me. At 14,000 miles I an not even going to check my filters yet.

But I will be ready to do the filter change out in the field...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-29-2013, 12:46 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 19,750
Posted By knobbyjoe
Can you help a guy out that can't find those...

Can you help a guy out that can't find those clamps?

I searched but found no clamps like that. And those clamps look good too.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-27-2013, 02:05 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,487
Posted By knobbyjoe
Hey Apple Jam,<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns =...

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That filter looks like it was cooked rather than just being dirty. Have you added a fuel...
Forum: Equipment 03-26-2013, 09:21 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By knobbyjoe
I still have the Garmin zumo 550 Satelite radio...

I still have the Garmin zumo 550 Satelite radio antenna. Is that antenna any good without the garmin zumo. Can a new plug be put on? Can it be use with another brand of Sat radio?
Forum: Equipment 03-26-2013, 08:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By knobbyjoe
Satellite radio recommendations

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I had a Zumo 550 until some thief decided they wanted...
Forum: The Garage 03-21-2013, 07:53 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 243,924
Posted By knobbyjoe
Kirk, Nice work, great fabrication, I check...

Kirk,
Nice work, great fabrication, I check this thread everyday. Just amazed to see what you do. Keep it coming. KJ
Forum: Equipment 03-20-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,544
Posted By knobbyjoe
The Forma Adv boots have a larger and higher toe...

The Forma Adv boots have a larger and higher toe box than my other riding boots.

How does the boot perform shifting the bike.

Thanks
Forum: Ride reports 03-19-2013, 10:17 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,763
Posted By knobbyjoe
Sideoff,<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns =...

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Very good report and very interesting. You've got good maps, great pics and a splendid...
Forum: Equipment 03-19-2013, 08:43 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,443
Posted By knobbyjoe
I'm thinkin' that the venturi effect on your...

I'm thinkin' that the venturi effect on your cranium reduces the choke flow of blood in the brain and activates your neurons. Conclusion - this helmet makes you smarter! :norton<?xml:namespace prefix...
Forum: Equipment 03-18-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By knobbyjoe
Very good information thank you.

Very good information thank you.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-18-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,212
Posted By knobbyjoe
My little sand lesson. <?xml:namespace prefix = o...

My little sand lesson. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p>
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Find sand without obstacles, keep speed down, and practice a given stretch...
Forum: Equipment 03-18-2013, 11:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,202
Posted By knobbyjoe
Just bought the Shoei Neotec. Did so because I...

Just bought the Shoei Neotec. Did so because I was able to buy thinner cheak pads. Got a great fit dropping from the 35 mm to the 31 mmn pads.
Forum: Equipment 03-18-2013, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By knobbyjoe
I am real experienced in get-offs in the rocks....

I am real experienced in get-offs in the rocks. But mostly on my 450 during desert races. I ride the big bike off road and you really need the momentum to get through rocky sections.

Is it a...
Forum: Equipment 03-18-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By knobbyjoe
The pads do work in direct impact. How about...

The pads do work in direct impact. How about dumping the bike in rocks. Do the knees have enough protection? I know the hard knee guards are good but is the D30 have enough coverage for a get off in...
Forum: Equipment 03-18-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 790
Posted By knobbyjoe
D30 Klim Armor: Is it as good as hard armor?

I need your opinion on armor for the tat, Colorado discovery trail, and generally big bike off road riding. Looking for your input on Klim d30 “soft armor.” <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns =...
Forum: Equipment 03-18-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 441
Views: 59,393
Posted By knobbyjoe
Holy Shmoly no replies. I'll just ask...is...

Holy Shmoly no replies.

I'll just ask...is the knee area large enough in Klim Latitude pants to take a knee brace/guard?
Forum: Equipment 03-17-2013, 09:40 PM
Replies: 441
Views: 59,393
Posted By knobbyjoe
Read all 28 pages and did not see this question for pants

Traverse pant owners. Some answers to these questions please.

Traverse Pants

1. Is there enough room to fit big knee guards?

2. The older 840 is the same price as the Misanos... what is the...
Forum: Equipment 03-17-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,443
Posted By knobbyjoe
Now who is going to give us a pic?:evil

Now who is going to give us a pic?:evil
Forum: Equipment 03-17-2013, 05:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,443
Posted By knobbyjoe
Probably will beat JB Weld:D

Probably will beat JB Weld:D
Forum: Equipment 03-17-2013, 02:12 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,221
Posted By knobbyjoe
Hmmm, The Intimidation factor, Police white. ...

Hmmm, The Intimidation factor, Police white.

You sure have something there as I check out any "cop like bike" as a possible cop and behave. Always glad to see it is just some guy that has that...
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