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Forum: Parallel Universe 05-04-2013, 06:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,516
Posted By fosters2
Had a R1200GSA which was a great bike for long...

Had a R1200GSA which was a great bike for long distance travel. Did a 1500 mile day on it. However, I got tired of using it for daily commutes. I'm 6' 3" with 35" inseam so that wasn't a problem....
Forum: Parallel Universe 08-08-2012, 02:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 965
Posted By fosters2
The issue with handlebars is that they can act...

The issue with handlebars is that they can act like a tuning fork, thereby causing numb hands. The purpose of the weight is to change the resonant frequency characteristics of the bar and the...
Forum: Parallel Universe 08-06-2012, 12:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,636
Posted By fosters2
I came to the same conclusion. I never gave the...

I came to the same conclusion. I never gave the F800GS a look when I bought the GSA a few years ago. After riding the R1200GS and F800GS back to back, I couldn't personally justify the additional...
Forum: Parallel Universe 08-03-2012, 06:26 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 107,951
Posted By fosters2
Bit the bullet and put in an order with Russell...

Bit the bullet and put in an order with Russell (http://www.day-long.com/gallery_BMW.html) for one of their seats. Got an email back with a schedule build date of September 13th (6 weeks from now).
...
Forum: Parallel Universe 08-02-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 107,951
Posted By fosters2
Just got an email from Cruiser Customizing that...

Just got an email from Cruiser Customizing that the "new" date is 9/5/2012. I'm seriously considering canceling the order. I really really don't like vendors posting and expected date which they know...
Forum: Equipment 08-02-2012, 11:08 AM
Replies: 2,584
Views: 381,181
Posted By fosters2
Adam, I should be beaten senseless for not buying...

Adam, I should be beaten senseless for not buying from you. Not sure why I didn't but I will not make that mistake again. I got the unit replaced by Sena which took two weeks. The OTHER dealer...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-31-2012, 03:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,636
Posted By fosters2
Went from a GSA to an F800GS by way of a K1600....

Went from a GSA to an F800GS by way of a K1600. The GSA is a nicer bike. I don't think I would have moved from a GSA to an 800GS if I was already riding the GSA. Mine was a choice while owning...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-28-2012, 08:54 AM
Replies: 1,187
Views: 428,031
Posted By fosters2
Have had great success with Aeroflow screens...

Have had great success with Aeroflow screens (http://www.aeroflowscreens.com/F650800GS.htm) in the past, so decided to try it with the F800GS.

Yes the screen won't win any beauty awards; if I was...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-26-2012, 09:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 903
Posted By fosters2
BMW dealerships are required to have demo bikes...

BMW dealerships are required to have demo bikes and should allow you to freely demo any bike of your choice. Some will limit the time/distance of the demo, but if you tell them what you're looking to...
Forum: Equipment 07-24-2012, 08:04 AM
Replies: 450
Views: 96,874
Posted By fosters2
+1 for Raleri PCShade. Total crap. Don't waste...

+1 for Raleri PCShade. Total crap. Don't waste your money.
Forum: Equipment 07-19-2012, 12:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By fosters2
Didn't realize that RocketMoto has the PDM60 for...

Didn't realize that RocketMoto has the PDM60 for sale and they will do the programming for you (for a small fee). I'm going to order it from them.

Here's the link....
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-17-2012, 03:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,417
Posted By fosters2
New 2012 with panniers (no top box) and 700 miles...

New 2012 with panniers (no top box) and 700 miles on odo. Last fill-up came to 48mpg. I'm hard on the throttle and any freeway is over 70mph. Pretty happy with the mileage.
Forum: Equipment 07-16-2012, 04:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By fosters2
That makes three of us. Don't think we'll get a...

That makes three of us. Don't think we'll get a discount with that kind of volume. I'll contact Rowe and see what we can do.
Forum: Equipment 07-14-2012, 01:51 PM
Replies: 2,584
Views: 381,181
Posted By fosters2
Purchased the SMH10 as well as the external...

Purchased the SMH10 as well as the external earbuds clamp. Updated the unit to the latest firmware, then paired with the iPhone 4S. Audio works fine. However, making or receiving calls, the...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-13-2012, 03:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,027
Posted By fosters2
What he said!!

What he said!!
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-13-2012, 04:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 522
Posted By fosters2
All you do is replace the standard button that is...

All you do is replace the standard button that is mounted on the wall for your garage door opener with the Flash2Pass unit. Again, there are just two wires. This serves as the receiver for the...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-12-2012, 04:27 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 107,951
Posted By fosters2
Steve, good call. I contacted the reseller and...

Steve, good call. I contacted the reseller and whadayaknow they "estimate" it will be "available" on 8/1, which is almost three weeks. So it's a rolling delay (was scheduled to be available...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-12-2012, 11:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,027
Posted By fosters2
My advice is to take a deep breath and keep it...

My advice is to take a deep breath and keep it simple. First, don't use your brakes....yes I said don't use your brakes. Second, unless you're going uphill and need to maintain a constant throttle,...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-12-2012, 10:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 522
Posted By fosters2
Flash2Pass Garage Opener

Here's my install of a Flash2Pass garage door opener (http://www.f2ptechnologies.com/).

I'll start by stating yes this install isn't necessary and yes you can use a regular door opener in your...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-12-2012, 04:13 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 107,951
Posted By fosters2
Didn't realize they were not available. I was...

Didn't realize they were not available. I was given an ETA to the shipping vendor for tomorrow (7/13). I'll call them on Monday to see if they in fact got it and when it will arrive.

Thanks for...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-11-2012, 12:00 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,495
Posted By fosters2
Yes, really. That's why Pomo and Monroe posted...

Yes, really. That's why Pomo and Monroe posted what they did earlier in the thread.




Here's a simple response. I have no idea what or why or if BMW is telling their dealers about oil. That...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-11-2012, 05:39 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,495
Posted By fosters2
I love how these oil discussions seem to devolve...

I love how these oil discussions seem to devolve into what they become.

Doesn't matter who makes the engine. It's sourced by BMW. They would have the support engineering group that works with the...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-10-2012, 04:39 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 9,495
Posted By fosters2
The dealers may recommend it but that's not...

The dealers may recommend it but that's not what's in the manual. Imagine all those engineers at BMW who aren't bright enough to realize they should run 15W50 instead of 10W40 (>-4degF) or 15W40...
Forum: Equipment 07-10-2012, 03:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,612
Posted By fosters2
That's exactly my goal, being able to run a full...

That's exactly my goal, being able to run a full tank dry without the butt screaming for mercy and the jewels going numb.

Will post lots of pictures and a ride report when it arrives (probably a...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-10-2012, 03:32 AM
Replies: 297
Views: 107,951
Posted By fosters2
Ordered one of the Saddlemen adventure seats from...

Ordered one of the Saddlemen adventure seats from crusiercustomizing.com....
Forum: Equipment 07-08-2012, 12:30 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 16,584
Posted By fosters2
If you're riding in 100+ weather then you don't...

If you're riding in 100+ weather then you don't want the most ventilated jacket. That's surefire way to get heat stroke. What you're looking for is a way to create a micro-climate (ever seen bedouins...
Forum: Equipment 07-08-2012, 12:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,612
Posted By fosters2
Just picked up a 12 F800GS and love everything...

Just picked up a 12 F800GS and love everything but the seat, which means it's a genuine BMW seat :D

Had a Russell Day Long seat on four prior bikes, doing up to 1500 miles in a day with no...
Forum: Day Trippin' 07-08-2012, 04:29 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,662
Posted By fosters2
I see you're underway, so this will be a...

I see you're underway, so this will be a post-ride read for you. By far the best ride I ever did. To make it easy relatively straight shot from Delaware to Ft. Lauderdale was chosen, then over to the...
Forum: Equipment 07-07-2012, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By fosters2
Had a Fuzeblock on 2 bikes. Nice unit but dated....

Had a Fuzeblock on 2 bikes. Nice unit but dated. That would be my second choice after the PDM60.
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-06-2012, 06:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,028
Posted By fosters2
Was planning on doing the same to provide the...

Was planning on doing the same to provide the switch power sensor for the PDM60.
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-06-2012, 04:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 902
Posted By fosters2
I think it has something to do with it being flat...

I think it has something to do with it being flat facing up to the reader. Not sure, but it was worked on four previous BMW's, even through tankbags. Of course, this one will probably make a liar out...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-06-2012, 04:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,028
Posted By fosters2
Thanks. Hadn't gotten around to putting a...

Thanks. Hadn't gotten around to putting a voltmeter on it, so I thought I'd ask. The plan is to install a PDM60 power distribution block. I've owned all the others with various bikes but this one is...
Forum: Equipment 07-06-2012, 04:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By fosters2
PDM60 accessory power distribution - group buy?

Did a search on PDM60 and came up with nothing, so I'd thought I'd post about this great unit for switched power distribution.

I've owned all the others with various bikes but this one is better,...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-05-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,028
Posted By fosters2
What is this plug for?

Can anyone tell me what plug on the top of the battery in the picture below is for? I already did some searching but could not find the info (did find this picture).

Picture borrowed from ebrabaek...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-05-2012, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 902
Posted By fosters2
Hiding/mounting the EZPass

I really dislike having to carry the EZPass in a bag or jacket, etc. Unfortunately, having an EZPass is pretty much a necessity in my neck of the woods.

Just picked up the F800GS two days ago so...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-04-2012, 05:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,902
Posted By fosters2
That's pretty funny; I just sold my K1600 to Paul...

That's pretty funny; I just sold my K1600 to Paul in Central Florida (you'll find him over at K1600forums.com).

Then I went and purchased a F800GS. Maybe over the winter, I'll take a stab at the...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-12-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 11,636
Posted By fosters2
1500 miles, Delaware to Ft. Lauderdale then via...

1500 miles, Delaware to Ft. Lauderdale then via Alligator Alley to Gulf Coast and up to Tampa on a R1200GSA.
Forum: GS Boxers 01-05-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9,637
Views: 1,456,176
Posted By fosters2
Used to manage the Boeing relationship with both...

Used to manage the Boeing relationship with both Fuji and Kawasaki (actually KHI - Kawasaki is a subsidiary). Both separate and very large companies.

Went to the Kawasaki Akashi works many times....
Forum: GS Boxers 06-09-2011, 02:38 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 57,091
Posted By fosters2
I have one for sale here...

I have one for sale here (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=16125986#post16125986) for $20 plus shipping.


http://www.scfoster.com (http://www.scfoster.com)
Forum: Regional forums 05-30-2011, 11:36 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,165
Posted By fosters2
Money sent. Here was the confirmation...

Money sent.

Here was the confirmation message:

"SCFoster LLC. (scott@happyhires.com), you have sent $15.00 USD to Nancy Evans.
Funding Source:
$15.00 USD - WILMINGTON SAVS FUND SOC Checking...
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