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Forum: Parallel Universe 05-08-2013, 05:51 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 32,047
Posted By Bain Dramage
But does the new model have cruise control? ...

But does the new model have cruise control?

I hope BMW adds CC to the new 800's. Awesome feature for LD riding.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-04-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,850
Posted By Bain Dramage
http://www.rickmayercycle.com/ Go in...

http://www.rickmayercycle.com/

Go in person, and have it fitted.

If you can't go in person, send requirements and photos and phone to explain what you need. For a DS, you will probably want...
Forum: Hacks 04-12-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 957
Posted By Bain Dramage
BDR on a Ural or 1WD Hack?

Doing one/all of the BDR routes on a Ural -or- some other hack.

What do you think? Good idea? Bad idea?

Why?
Forum: Thumpers 03-02-2013, 06:41 AM
Replies: 2,805
Views: 406,539
Posted By Bain Dramage
I talked to a dealer yesterday who sells Husky...

I talked to a dealer yesterday who sells Husky (but not BMW or KTM) and he said he was informed that his dealership would continue to sell Husky after the sale of Husky becomes final.

His...
Forum: Beasts 02-27-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 1,232
Views: 276,368
Posted By Bain Dramage
How did it perform on the BDR? In the desert? ...

How did it perform on the BDR? In the desert?

Handling, reliability, etc.?

I didn't see a ride report. Apologies if I missed it.
Forum: Beasts 02-18-2013, 12:59 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,355
Posted By Bain Dramage
I have an appointment to ride the new Trophy SE...

I have an appointment to ride the new Trophy SE on Mar 4th. I love the RT - I have ridden it across the USA (coast to coast) twice, and I would not mind keeping it. The Tropy looks like it is an...
Forum: Beasts 02-17-2013, 07:49 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,355
Posted By Bain Dramage
Intersting thread. I too have been...

Intersting thread.

I too have been pondering this exact choice. A couple of years back I was going to buy a thumper as a "dual sport" adjunct to my street ride, but the reality is that distances...
Forum: Beasts 12-16-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 17,867
Views: 3,065,736
Posted By Bain Dramage
When will the Super-T get cruise control? ...

When will the Super-T get cruise control?

Now Yamaha put it on the FJR (same technology), seems like it's a no-brainer to add it to the S10.
Forum: Beasts 11-22-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,210
Posted By Bain Dramage
This and the post by bluesman are the best I have...

This and the post by bluesman are the best I have read regarding the genesis and purpose of "adventure" bikes.

These bikes were (and still are) designed largely for primitive (unpaved and/or...
Forum: GS Boxers 10-13-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 9,060
Views: 1,373,920
Posted By Bain Dramage
Did anyone find out what kind of oil should be...

Did anyone find out what kind of oil should be used in it?
Forum: Thumpers 04-20-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,107
Posted By Bain Dramage
Yes, just like the many other times they got it...

Yes, just like the many other times they got it right.
Forum: Thumpers 04-05-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 2,539
Views: 322,268
Posted By Bain Dramage
Africa Twin, Great info - thank you for...

Africa Twin,

Great info - thank you for sharing.

Couple of questions:

Do you think carrying two 1-gallon Rotopax fuel cans (or similar - about 2 gallons) would be sufficient to make up...
Forum: Beasts 03-24-2012, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
I can't wait to test ride one here. I just...

I can't wait to test ride one here.

I just wish it didn't have a fuel tank the size of an old man's bladder...:D
Forum: Beasts 02-25-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
And perhaps a few Super-T owners with buyers...

And perhaps a few Super-T owners with buyers remorse. Watch for Super Tenere price wars on Cycletrader.
Forum: Beasts 02-25-2012, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
The Ash report: ...

The Ash report:

http://www.ashonbikes.com/content/triumph-tiger-explorer-review
Forum: Beasts 02-25-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
Video of test: http://youtu.be/L6RvXWGj65M

Video of test:
http://youtu.be/L6RvXWGj65M
Forum: Beasts 02-25-2012, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
That's a great point.

That's a great point.
Forum: Beasts 02-25-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
The 2007 one is the design I would have stuck...

The 2007 one is the design I would have stuck with, but then I'm not a marketing guy.

I do look forward to riding one.

My local dealer said delivery to the dealer is expected to be May-June...
Forum: Beasts 02-24-2012, 05:45 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
I'm thinking it needs a 7 gallon tank. Fuel...

I'm thinking it needs a 7 gallon tank.

Fuel is like cowbell - you can never have too much.

I have been 230+ miles between available gas here in the USA, and farther than that in Mexico....
Forum: GS Boxers 02-24-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 9,060
Views: 1,373,920
Posted By Bain Dramage
When can we start talking about it's gas mileage...

When can we start talking about it's gas mileage and how it handles?
Forum: Beasts 02-21-2012, 09:02 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,433
Posted By Bain Dramage
I did this in mid-April 2010 and didn't need...

I did this in mid-April 2010 and didn't need heated gear - but I did bring my Gerbings.

Gerbings is great gear. Warm & Safe is excellent as well. You will want gear that fits SNUG.

I...
Forum: Beasts 01-15-2012, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
Or, more importantly, playing with their...

Or, more importantly, playing with their cougars...

I really like the 800 XC, so I can't wait to test ride the Tiger 1200.

Here kitty kitty...
Forum: Beasts 01-07-2012, 10:43 AM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
ad hominem

ad hominem
Forum: Hacks 12-18-2011, 04:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,881
Posted By Bain Dramage
It's down again today. Maybe they needed to...

It's down again today.

Maybe they needed to do the 2500KM service.
Forum: Vendors 12-03-2011, 07:48 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,057
Posted By Bain Dramage
Way cool news! Do you have dates, or a time...

Way cool news!

Do you have dates, or a time frame for this?
Forum: Beasts 11-29-2011, 07:42 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
So, how would one appropriately dress while...

So, how would one appropriately dress while riding the Tiger 1200?

Seems the twat suit is out - this high-point of fashion having been taken over by the "high rent district" BMW folks.
...
Forum: Beasts 11-27-2011, 04:19 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
http://www.triumphadventure.com

http://www.triumphadventure.com
Forum: Beasts 11-27-2011, 02:55 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 weighs (curb...

The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 weighs (curb weight) 539lbs - 570lbs depending on which motorcycle website is quoted.

I rode the Triumph 800 XC a few times - almost bought one as a second bike....
Forum: Beasts 11-27-2011, 06:39 AM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
To those who take exception to my perspective:...

To those who take exception to my perspective: your points are well taken. In any event, a variety of choices in this size range has been a long time coming, and I applaud companies who introduce a...
Forum: Beasts 11-26-2011, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
Oh my, Mr Grifter - so sorry you got your undies...

Oh my, Mr Grifter - so sorry you got your undies in a bunch over a different perspective.

I stand by my statements, and we simply disagree on several points.

You may want do do a bit more...
Forum: Beasts 11-26-2011, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
I disagree. I think the Triumph 1200 will...

I disagree.

I think the Triumph 1200 will compete with the BMW, but not the Super Tenere.

If that's Yamaha's claim, then they aren't being realistic.
Forum: GS Boxers 11-26-2011, 03:41 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 50,373
Posted By Bain Dramage
I don't think the Super Tenere was designed to...

I don't think the Super Tenere was designed to compete with the BMW GS. It seems they are aimed at different market segments.

The Super Tenere is a good buy, for what you get.

A better...
Forum: Thumpers 11-26-2011, 02:01 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 17,431
Posted By Bain Dramage
I think the Sertao will fill a nice niche in the...

I think the Sertao will fill a nice niche in the dual sport world.

It seems to me that it's built for those who want more than what the KLR/DR 650 have to offer, yet don't want (or can't quite...
Forum: Beasts 11-26-2011, 01:46 PM
Replies: 4,012
Views: 581,534
Posted By Bain Dramage
I can't see Triumph pricing the 1200 at less than...

I can't see Triumph pricing the 1200 at less than the Tenere, unless they drop their 800 XC price as well - and that's not likely to happen.

I think the USA will see the Triumph 1200 in the...
Forum: Hacks 11-24-2011, 07:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,881
Posted By Bain Dramage
It's back up now! Yea! Maybe it...

It's back up now!

Yea!

Maybe it needed a Thanksgiving break, what with the parade and all...
Forum: Hacks 11-24-2011, 03:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,881
Posted By Bain Dramage
Soviet Steeds Site is down again

In case someone knows who to email or call.

Thanks!
Forum: Beasts 11-23-2011, 06:12 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 56,485
Posted By Bain Dramage
It will be interesting to see if anyone enters...

It will be interesting to see if anyone enters the The Iron Butt Rally (http://www.ironbuttrally.com/IBR/default.cfm)riding a Super T.

Lots of GS and GSA bikes have entered and made it to the...
Forum: Beasts 11-22-2011, 02:36 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 56,485
Posted By Bain Dramage
I like my BMW R 1200 RT, and I really like the...

I like my BMW R 1200 RT, and I really like the GSA, but if I were looking for a large Dual Sport, I would look long and hard at the Tenere.

Even if the Tenere isn't better in the ______ category...
Forum: Thumpers 11-05-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,727
Posted By Bain Dramage
I agree on the fuel tank size, but every bike has...

I agree on the fuel tank size, but every bike has trade-offs. With 70+ MPG you have a 220 mile range and a 50 mile reserve after that with the factory tank.

Carrying two 1-gal aftermarket tanks...
Forum: Beasts 07-23-2011, 04:29 PM
Replies: 17,175
Views: 2,762,320
Posted By Bain Dramage
I rode the 800 XC today - finally. Wow -...

I rode the 800 XC today - finally.

Wow - it's a sweet bike. They certainly built it to take on the 800 GS market.

I would buy one, and in fact - next spring I just might.
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