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Forum: Road warriors Today, 05:09 AM
Replies: 969
Views: 134,190
Posted By rockmurf
I have been looking at Victory motorcycles for...

I have been looking at Victory motorcycles for years. Demo'd a cross country 2 years ago,(before abs became available). Now with abs and cruise standard started taking another look at them. Followed...
Forum: Thumpers 05-21-2013, 05:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 838
Posted By rockmurf
I would hold fast on having a bike with abs...

I would hold fast on having a bike with abs especially if you are a newer rider. No one can tell you how you will react in a panic situation and for me I know abs has saved my butt too many times. ...
Forum: Road warriors 05-07-2013, 05:18 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 11,942
Posted By rockmurf
If the maintenance is so easy why do the dealers...

If the maintenance is so easy why do the dealers charge so much for it.
Forum: Thumpers 05-02-2013, 08:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 504
Posted By rockmurf
Interesting topic and one that I have thought...

Interesting topic and one that I have thought about lately but I would also add the dl 650 into the mix especially since it is tried and tested as the honda is relatively new (model wise). My...
Forum: Road warriors 04-27-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 2,434
Views: 397,053
Posted By rockmurf
Congrats. You have purchased one of the best...

Congrats. You have purchased one of the best bikes made. Ask me how I know.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-26-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,490
Posted By rockmurf
I have heard WD40 works well for that also.

I have heard WD40 works well for that also.
Forum: Road warriors 04-26-2013, 09:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,325
Posted By rockmurf
Didn't they just go to radial valve adjustment...

Didn't they just go to radial valve adjustment for 2013? I really liked these bikes and it is disappointing to hear they are not good for long distance high speed. Oh well, the search goes on.
Forum: Americas 04-23-2013, 05:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,640
Posted By rockmurf
Alot of good stuff. I would look into LD Comfort...

Alot of good stuff. I would look into LD Comfort shorts, they also have alot of good info on hot weather riding, ie no powder or padded shorts and other cooling ideas. People can tell you all day...
Forum: Road warriors 04-23-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,010
Posted By rockmurf
Anyone who thinks otherwise should do a braking...

Anyone who thinks otherwise should do a braking test with "recommended" pressures
and then with sidewall maximum pressure. Or ask around on a track where lives depend
on 1 PSI.


When riding on...
Forum: Road warriors 04-22-2013, 02:45 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,010
Posted By rockmurf
for sure

for sure
Forum: Beasts 04-21-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 11,272
Posted By rockmurf
* Does it require frequent trips to the dealer?...

* Does it require frequent trips to the dealer? Once a year, as I ride about 5500-6000 miles a year and the service interval is 6K. That's an oil change and valve adjustment @ 6k and change trans, ...
Forum: Road warriors 04-20-2013, 03:00 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,010
Posted By rockmurf
Heat and heat cycles and how and where you ride,...

Heat and heat cycles and how and where you ride, weight of the bike/load etc all have a bearing on how much mileage you get out of a tire. Always check the sidewall of the tire for tire pressure. ...
Forum: Road warriors 04-20-2013, 02:55 PM
Replies: 2,434
Views: 397,053
Posted By rockmurf
How long do you have to wait? I don't know I...

How long do you have to wait? I don't know I always waited a while before I put the cover on the bike. Could be a good question from where you are looking to purchase it from. sorry.
Forum: Road warriors 04-20-2013, 05:34 AM
Replies: 2,434
Views: 397,053
Posted By rockmurf
First off they make bike covers with heat shields...

First off they make bike covers with heat shields along the bottom half. 2nd my black pieces on my 06 with 120k miles still look new but i treat them with back to black periodically.
Forum: Beasts 04-18-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 38,694
Posted By rockmurf
For sure to each his own. However the previous...

For sure to each his own. However the previous poster has a point. Oil and engine filtration over the last 20 years or more has improved dramatically. The old days of 1000 mile oil changes is not...
Forum: Beasts 04-18-2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,351
Posted By rockmurf
Flightar, Can you be more specific about the...

Flightar, Can you be more specific about the maintenance cost of the Stelvio. Valve checks longer than the gs doesn't impress me since they are at 6k miles. The ten is at 24k miles(?). The ms is...
Forum: Beasts 04-17-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 25,752
Posted By rockmurf
Whatever its worth, Mother Suzuki is not exactly...

Whatever its worth, Mother Suzuki is not exactly thriving at this time. just sayin.
Forum: Beasts 04-16-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 283
Posted By rockmurf
The above is the only answer to your question. ...

The above is the only answer to your question. Everything else will be an opinion.
Forum: Road warriors 04-15-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,118
Posted By rockmurf
A bike that hasn't been ridden can have alot of...

A bike that hasn't been ridden can have alot of unknown issues that will continue to pop up as you ride. You can do the obvious as previously stated but sitting for 7 years is scary especially if it...
Forum: Road warriors 04-15-2013, 03:29 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 14,883
Posted By rockmurf
I don't know if you have to be a good wrench for...

I don't know if you have to be a good wrench for your bike to last over 100k miles but I do know your bike has to be good quality. I can change oil, filter, and rear oil, battery and air filter...
Forum: Road warriors 04-14-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,118
Posted By rockmurf
st1300 are typically rock solid. However they do...

st1300 are typically rock solid. However they do through off alot of heat onto the rider, my opinion from having owned one. ride it to see if it bothers you and if not go for it. I am a believer in...
Forum: Road warriors 04-13-2013, 10:25 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 14,883
Posted By rockmurf
I ask myself that same question but I believe it...

I ask myself that same question but I believe it comes to a point of diminishing return. If it costs too much to keep it running then you part it out, junk it, or park it way way back in either the...
Forum: Road warriors 04-12-2013, 01:06 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 14,883
Posted By rockmurf
2006 FJR with 120,000 miles, battery, tires, oil,...

2006 FJR with 120,000 miles, battery, tires, oil, gas, headlight bulbs, replaced the cct as a precaution but it didn't need it. Suspension upgrade at 50k. Still riding and loving it.
Forum: Road warriors 04-12-2013, 12:36 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,696
Posted By rockmurf
I am beating it to death but removing cruise and...

I am beating it to death but removing cruise and reverse, not a good move. Probably the best additions on any motorcycle and especially on something over 800 lbs, reverse become a necessity. I had...
Forum: Beasts 04-10-2013, 05:56 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 11,272
Posted By rockmurf
I am surprised no one has mentioned this yet but...

I am surprised no one has mentioned this yet but "no valve adjustments."The only bike I am aware of that does not need valve adjustments is the Harley and although they are not shaft drive they are...
Forum: Road warriors 04-10-2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,429
Posted By rockmurf
I have an 06 FJR and I still don't understand the...

I have an 06 FJR and I still don't understand the lobbying for a 6th gear. It is an absolute bullet proof bike and cheap to keep. Now if money is not in the equation then go for the bmw. ps you can...
Forum: Beasts 04-08-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,832
Posted By rockmurf
Has anyone posted up having put some mileage on...

Has anyone posted up having put some mileage on the 1200, ie 50k miles or better. Since there have been 4 model years there should be some info on the longevity of this bike.
Forum: Beasts 04-08-2013, 03:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,832
Posted By rockmurf
Thanks Pampero. I didn't mean I was going to...

Thanks Pampero. I didn't mean I was going to stop riding but what I buy next is going to be with me a long long time, ie the question ref. cost of ownership/longevity/reliability. If I get another...
Forum: Road warriors 04-07-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,474
Posted By rockmurf
I don't think I read anything about rider...

I don't think I read anything about rider training to improve your bikes capabilities. I had the traxxion fork and shock upgrade done to my 06 fjr and it was an improvement but my stock stuff had...
Forum: Beasts 04-07-2013, 07:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,832
Posted By rockmurf
Great write up. I too have an fjr with 118k miles...

Great write up. I too have an fjr with 118k miles and I am looking for my last big bike purchase as I am approaching 62 yoa, and the multi is on my short list along with the r1200gs, f700gs, and...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 06:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,776
Posted By rockmurf
A GS has been my dream bike but like the original...

A GS has been my dream bike but like the original poster I am concerned with the reliability and cost of ownership. Someone above mentioned as long as they are under warranty ride and enjoy. Well...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-04-2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 963
Posted By rockmurf
Riding season is just around the corner. Room for...

Riding season is just around the corner. Room for negotiating was about 4-5 months ago. I would definitely use the internet to request quotes from all dealers asking for the out the door price on a...
Forum: Battle scooters 09-11-2012, 05:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 519
Posted By rockmurf
yup

yup
Forum: Battle scooters 08-31-2012, 09:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 643
Posted By rockmurf
It is not new although it states 0 miles, it also...

It is not new although it states 0 miles, it also states preowned.
Forum: Battle scooters 08-07-2012, 01:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 768
Posted By rockmurf
2009 Sportcity/Scarabeo vs 2012-13 models

Is there any good reason not to make a move on some of the close out pricing on the sc 250 or scarabeo 500 2009 model year, new. I think I saw the 250 sc is going to a 300cc for 2012/13 and I...
Forum: Battle scooters 07-29-2012, 08:03 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 17,728
Posted By rockmurf
The reality is that we are a third tier market...

The reality is that we are a third tier market for alot of their two wheeled offerings. The versys 1000 for example and pretty much anything with abs does not find its way over here because we don't...
Forum: Battle scooters 07-26-2012, 12:02 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,636
Posted By rockmurf
I have been to Barney's a couple times debating...

I have been to Barney's a couple times debating whether to get the sc250 or the scarabeo 500 or get nothing at all and keep riding the fjr as my only ride.
Forum: Battle scooters 07-22-2012, 07:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By rockmurf
Thanks all, some really good comments. I just...

Thanks all, some really good comments. I just started leaning toward the sc when a used 500 popped up with less than 400 miles that the owner is asking 4350. I might offer 4k and if he takes it I...
Forum: Battle scooters 07-21-2012, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By rockmurf
New 2009 250 Sportcity or Scarabeo 500

Local dealer has the sc for 2999. and the 500 for 4799. I currently ride an fjr1300 motorcycle and I am getting the scooter bug. I am 5'10" 240lbs and ride interstates and curves often doing 300...
Forum: Battle scooters 07-16-2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,648
Posted By rockmurf
and the fees

and the fees
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