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Forum: GS Boxers 12-16-2012, 02:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 593
Posted By longslowdistance
I had the same cam loosening problem with my...

I had the same cam loosening problem with my Wunderlich Vario when riding on rough gravel roads. Fixed with a rubber band looped around the frame to hold the little lever down, and a popsicle stick...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-16-2012, 12:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,984
Posted By longslowdistance
An even lighter option?

The new, well reviewed fuel injected 330 lb. Honda 250cc dual sport. This bike has been highly recommended to me as a second bike, but clearly a day tripper, not an adventure bike.
...
Forum: Thumpers 12-14-2012, 03:32 PM
Replies: 5,009
Views: 695,814
Posted By longslowdistance
Sorry if this is in this 100 page thread already . . .

. . . but I didn't find it yet.

Should I buy this bike?

I've been riding motorcycles less than 3 years but thanks to lots of mountain bike experience I can read a trail surface pretty well. I...
Forum: Day Trippin' 12-03-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 591
Posted By longslowdistance
Need photos!

Need photos!
Forum: GS Boxers 11-25-2012, 08:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,741
Posted By longslowdistance
?vacuum leak?

?vacuum leak?
Forum: GS Boxers 11-14-2012, 03:15 PM
Replies: 9,595
Views: 1,451,807
Posted By longslowdistance
Not arguing with a dealer, just observing that my...

Not arguing with a dealer, just observing that my local dealer just told me 2013 model at first, which surprised me. Who cares? Assuming the first model year is buggier, a 2014 may be a bit more...
Forum: Equipment 11-11-2012, 01:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 828
Posted By longslowdistance
boots - advice wanted

I ride on a a mix of pavement and gravel roads and like a thick lugged sole. I have Sidi Adventure Rain boots that fit me well and the sole and protection are good. But, they squeak loudly when...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-10-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,668
Posted By longslowdistance
Michelin Pilots. I gain way more on pavement than...

Michelin Pilots. I gain way more on pavement than I give up on gravel compared to the OEM Tourances.
Forum: GS Boxers 10-02-2012, 11:55 AM
Replies: 9,595
Views: 1,451,807
Posted By longslowdistance
If they had reduced the weight without decreasing...

If they had reduced the weight without decreasing the power rather than porking up and adding power - I might have been that guy.
Forum: GS Boxers 09-25-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,749
Posted By longslowdistance
I have this bag and it works just fine, although...

I have this bag and it works just fine, although overpriced, with one significant issue: It gets in the way when standing on the pegs, especially when going up. I don't know if my short legs are part...
Forum: GS Boxers 08-29-2012, 07:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,504
Posted By longslowdistance
Anyone know the cost of the Ohlins aftermarket ESA replacement?

Anyone know the cost of the Ohlins aftermarket ESA replacement?
Forum: GS Boxers 08-29-2012, 07:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,262
Posted By longslowdistance
It all boils down the same things every time this comes up

For road and light off road duty: the convenience, flexibility and relatively light weight of the varios makes them a good choice, but the price is high unless you buy them used. If adjusted...
Forum: GS Boxers 08-23-2012, 11:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,052
Posted By longslowdistance
Motoport, especially if you aren't a catalog...

Motoport, especially if you aren't a catalog model in terms of body build
Forum: GS Boxers 07-11-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,540
Posted By longslowdistance
No matter how much you can handle on your own,...

No matter how much you can handle on your own, there is always someone who can do more.
Seems like there's always someone on this forum who has to show how smart they are with a snotty putdown....
Forum: GS Boxers 07-04-2012, 06:03 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,328
Posted By longslowdistance
Just speculating here. Do you think you local...

Just speculating here. Do you think you local dealer and BMW regional rep have been following this thread? Maybe this sort of nonemotional display of your situation encourages BMW and your dealer to...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-28-2012, 07:17 AM
Replies: 1,491
Views: 574,517
Posted By longslowdistance
Adventure stock shield height?

Can anyone with a current model stock adventure windshield tell me the height of the top of the shield when measured above the higher headlight?
Sorry if this info is already in the thread. I did a...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-14-2012, 08:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,074
Posted By longslowdistance
Extra frame paint can make installation of the...

Extra frame paint can make installation of the the upper portion of the bars (fixed with the long engine mount) bolt tricky.
Altrider bars stay on for service.
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 05-31-2012, 09:33 AM
Replies: 23,727
Views: 1,100,028
Posted By longslowdistance
Go ahead, tell me where to go!

Got 4 days off Sat - Tues with a perfect weather forecast. Starting from near Afton. Want to include the one section of Blue Ridge Parkway I haven't seen (in northern NC north of mp 248 - closed...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-19-2012, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,043
Posted By longslowdistance
More variables Rider/gear weight effects sag ...

More variables
Rider/gear weight effects sag
Some ESA settings raise the bike several cm
Forum: GS Boxers 05-09-2012, 07:45 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 18,203
Posted By longslowdistance
Mine are early 2011 vintage on a 2011 GS. The...

Mine are early 2011 vintage on a 2011 GS. The local BMW dealer DID NOT need to remove the crash bars to do the 6k service, which I believe does include getting at the valves.
It was a PITA to...
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-05-2012, 09:21 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,760
Posted By longslowdistance
Very nice thread, thanks DD. I was just in many...

Very nice thread, thanks DD.
I was just in many of the same places this week. I had the surreal experience of emerging from the tranquil deep woods and wilderness feel of Parson's Branch road onto...
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-23-2012, 03:41 PM
Replies: 369
Views: 70,154
Posted By longslowdistance
Where was the speed trap? FWIW, the feds like to...

Where was the speed trap? FWIW, the feds like to hang out near the northern end. And they have been tasked with balancing the federal deficit, so beware.
Forum: Road warriors 04-22-2012, 04:44 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 9,895
Posted By longslowdistance
Geez, sorry. All you Oscars can go back in your...

Geez, sorry. All you Oscars can go back in your trash cans now.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2012, 05:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,554
Posted By longslowdistance
Ditto with the Adventure Rain, even after a year...

Ditto with the Adventure Rain, even after a year and a lot of walking in the boots.
Kinda shift with the side of the boot seems to work OK.
I do like the boots.
Forum: Road warriors 04-21-2012, 05:22 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 9,895
Posted By longslowdistance
Audi bought Ducati

What that has to do with a GS isn't much, but it sure is interesting.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-01-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,098
Posted By longslowdistance
Here's a clue: it only works one day each year.

Here's a clue: it only works one day each year.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-29-2012, 01:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,240
Posted By longslowdistance
The zip ties do work. Anything else might not...

The zip ties do work. Anything else might not work as well. Given how much standing I do, I've kept my toppers off.
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-28-2012, 04:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 705
Posted By longslowdistance
Nice pics and posts, thanks! Keep em coming. ...

Nice pics and posts, thanks! Keep em coming.
Beware: Do NOT get used to weather like that in March. Global warming or not, this was a fluke. March normally is for skiing, snowmobiling and being...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-25-2012, 05:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,325
Posted By longslowdistance
I have both. Tip-toes with the regular seat in...

I have both. Tip-toes with the regular seat in its low position, especially with the ESA on "one mountain". Footing is more solid with the low seat. BUT, the regular seat is much, much more...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-25-2012, 05:15 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,966
Posted By longslowdistance
It goes where I point it: gravel, whatever.

It goes where I point it: gravel, whatever.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-19-2012, 02:34 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 9,522
Posted By longslowdistance
removing the roundel

I like my BMW jacket, but would like to get rid of the fanboy roundel thing. Any tips on how to do so without damaging the jacket? Or, I guess I could just cover it.
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 03-06-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 23,727
Views: 1,100,028
Posted By longslowdistance
Ed, what do you have in mind?

Ed, what do you have in mind?
Forum: GS Boxers 02-25-2012, 06:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,908
Posted By longslowdistance
After extensive computer analysis, it can be...

After extensive computer analysis, it can be stated with certainty the optimal shift points on dry asphalt are:
1st to 2nd: 4,237 rpm
2nd to 3rd: 4,691 rpm
3rd to 4th: 4,532 rpm
4th to 5th: 4,679...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 02-18-2012, 09:53 AM
Replies: 23,727
Views: 1,100,028
Posted By longslowdistance
Road recommendations around the Smokies? Help a newbie!

Planning a mostly paved road tour in early May, BRP down to Smokies area and return on BRP. I'll have up to a week if the weather is good.

Once there, roads I'm considering:
441/clingman's dome...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-18-2012, 09:08 AM
Replies: 490
Views: 47,668
Posted By longslowdistance
Yes. BMW stonewalls, to their everlasting shame,...

Yes. BMW stonewalls, to their everlasting shame, which unintentionally gives more credibility to the doom and gloomers/conspiracy theorists.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-17-2012, 05:31 PM
Replies: 490
Views: 47,668
Posted By longslowdistance
Hello smoking gun.

Hello smoking gun.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-04-2012, 07:05 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,274
Posted By longslowdistance
I have the vario and like it. I'm tall in the...

I have the vario and like it. I'm tall in the saddle, like a 6'+, and it's a huge improvement over stock in terms of buffetting and protection, and the low screen or no screen option is perfect in...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-04-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,274
Posted By longslowdistance
Another +1 to the original poster. 1st is too...

Another +1 to the original poster. 1st is too high for crawling along on beat up fire roads. Sure you can slip the dry clutch, and burn it up, too.

I do wish the suspension was more plush, by that...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-04-2012, 05:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,947
Posted By longslowdistance
Wilburs or Ohlins R1200GS ESA

Yes I know it's probably in this forum somewhere, but I haven't found the following:
Real review with at least several months experience Wilburs or Ohlins ESA shocks R1200GS, normal height, not...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-04-2012, 05:27 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,020
Posted By longslowdistance
They're sails, and add weight, too. Mine are one...

They're sails, and add weight, too. Mine are one only when required.
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