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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-16-2013, 09:52 PM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Tremendous thanks to Motomedic! He let me borrow...

Tremendous thanks to Motomedic! He let me borrow the tools I needed and helped me figure out where I went wrong when I did. Glad I found a friend around here who knows how to work a wrench and is...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-15-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Hey Spokane folk, does anyone have an inch pound...

Hey Spokane folk, does anyone have an inch pound torque wrench I can borrow? Hopefully a 3/16 Allen bit that'd fit on it too?

Trying to redo my rocker box gaskets on my Buell, and my torque...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-09-2013, 02:07 PM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
The local Cycle Gear has monthly meets. ...

The local Cycle Gear has monthly meets. Otherwise, unless you ride a Harley, I don't know of any others.

If anyone's planning street trips, me and my Buell would love to tag along.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-06-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
I take that northwest part of your route all the...

I take that northwest part of your route all the time, with devils gap in there. Usually come around the pallouse on the back side.
Forum: Road warriors 04-10-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,115
Posted By EmptiMind
I agree with you guys, interstate only occurs...

I agree with you guys, interstate only occurs with a need to hurry. I only have one friend who likes my routes, but he rides a gsxr and needs to refuel at half my tank.

Also, 47 mpg city, 56...
Forum: Road warriors 04-05-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,115
Posted By EmptiMind
Thanks, I certainly like it. I can keep up in...

Thanks, I certainly like it. I can keep up in the twisties without ruining too many pegs, and still get 50+ MPG. Bill Mayer Saddle coming soon, and Iron Butt rides soon after.
Forum: Road warriors 04-05-2013, 02:43 AM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,115
Posted By EmptiMind
How about a break from the bickering for a...

How about a break from the bickering for a picture of my bike?

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/04/05/ury4uzyg.jpg

I also custom fabricated a rear rack.
...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-04-2013, 10:01 PM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Thanks to the motorcycle officer who just waved...

Thanks to the motorcycle officer who just waved at me instead of giving me a ticket. I appreciate it.
Forum: Road warriors 04-04-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,115
Posted By EmptiMind
So those of us that enjoy coast to coast on the...

So those of us that enjoy coast to coast on the winding roads at a fast pace are freaks, huh?

I'M A UNIQUE SNOWFLAKE!

After my friends on their sporty bikes saw that I could keep up and...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-02-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
I only have to stop every hour to tighten the...

I only have to stop every hour to tighten the bolts! (Buell)
Forum: Road warriors 04-01-2013, 10:57 AM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,115
Posted By EmptiMind
I'm a youngin' compared to most everyone here,...

I'm a youngin' compared to most everyone here, just passed the age I have to pay extra for car rentals, but I've always liked sports tourers. How could you not? Something that can keep up with a...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-31-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Didn't realize I was in a minority about...

Didn't realize I was in a minority about balancing, hah. Well, crap. Might have to try and drive my car tomorrow. They've only got a Dunlop Q2 in my size at cycle gear, used them before and didn't...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-31-2013, 05:28 AM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Yeah, was going to hit up cycle gear if there...

Yeah, was going to hit up cycle gear if there weren't other options, I don't have the ability to balance the tire myself, unless they do that?
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-31-2013, 04:51 AM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Anyone know a shop that has tires in stock and is...

Anyone know a shop that has tires in stock and is open today (Sunday)? I've got less than an inch of belt showing, but my car is out of commission right now, and I need to get to work Monday. ...
Forum: Road warriors 03-30-2013, 12:45 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
So, finally getting days where it's warm outside,...

So, finally getting days where it's warm outside, and WOW that exhaust is HOT. Only 64 out today, and even at freeway speeds I was still able to feel it cooking my right leg, been riding in 40...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-21-2013, 01:28 AM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Pretty sweet looking. I went riding today...

Pretty sweet looking. I went riding today anyway. I was out on 27 today, and the wind was so bad I had to keep a 10-15 degree lean in order to stay straight. Then I got hit by sideways hail, was...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-20-2013, 02:22 PM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
How about that weather... Just about to head to...

How about that weather... Just about to head to the bank and thunder, hail, snow, torrential rain, wind... So I went back inside.
Forum: Road warriors 03-14-2013, 01:03 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
I understand that all too well, unfortunately. ...

I understand that all too well, unfortunately. Though it's usually me in the medical situation.
Forum: Road warriors 03-13-2013, 01:12 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
Appreciate the straight up reply. I knew that...

Appreciate the straight up reply. I knew that that was probably the case, but I was unsure. Unfortunately I've got massive medical debt, and my car engine needs to be rebuilt, all of this came up...
Forum: Road warriors 03-13-2013, 12:31 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
To be quite honest, I was more than satisfied...

To be quite honest, I was more than satisfied with the stocker after I adjusted pre-load and rebound to my wants. If it only gets better from there, then heck, I think I'll be satisfied with any...
Forum: Road warriors 03-13-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
How much is the improvement? And will it be...

How much is the improvement? And will it be rebuildable by me next time it blows? I've got the second gen showa, the last 16.5 I can get a new 14 for around $300 with the mounting plate. Not sure...
Forum: Road warriors 03-13-2013, 04:11 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
Already posted up on bad weather. My insurance...

Already posted up on bad weather. My insurance is great, or they don't know how easy it is to fix a bike. Should get a good amount of money to fix her.

Unfortunately, the stock showa is blown,...
Forum: Road warriors 03-12-2013, 01:05 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
http://www.buellsterparts.com/category.sc?category...

http://www.buellsterparts.com/category.sc?categoryId=17

Hmm, anyone deal with these folks? They seem to have the outer box. I'm not exactly sure what part I'm looking for on the inside. My...
Forum: Road warriors 03-11-2013, 11:51 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
Filter still works for the most part, did the...

Filter still works for the most part, did the crappy force winder type mod, ie plugged the holes on the intake tube.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/12/sery9e8a.jpg...
Forum: The Garage 03-11-2013, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 671
Posted By EmptiMind
Oh, nice. That'll save me time tracking down my...

Oh, nice. That'll save me time tracking down my soldering iron, buying random parts, and making it myself. That's a cheap and very worthwhile option. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Road warriors 03-11-2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
Indeed. All my isolators are fine, checked when...

Indeed. All my isolators are fine, checked when I bought her, check most everytime I ride her. I've got the second stock Showa, the last of the 16.5"s I dial it up when I ride 2-up. So far no...
Forum: The Garage 03-11-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 671
Posted By EmptiMind
Now, I'm not sure if it was suggested or not, but...

Now, I'm not sure if it was suggested or not, but you can use this to power a relay easy. Basically what will happen is the relay will draw a small current and create a connection, so you just wire...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-11-2013, 11:30 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,216
Posted By EmptiMind
55/45 now in our favor. Mobil version doesn't...

55/45 now in our favor. Mobil version doesn't have the poll, turned on my computer just for this.

Anyone have suggestions on what can we do to get more active in the Washington side of things?
Forum: Road warriors 03-11-2013, 12:30 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/581766...

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/581766_4477604103317_27448852_n.jpg

New rear rack that was fabricated. Friend working on his doctorate in engineering made it. The rack itself can...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-11-2013, 12:21 AM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
I just took 27 from Pullman myself. Last night...

I just took 27 from Pullman myself. Last night around ten though. Was 32 almost the whole time. I was freezing.
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-10-2013, 12:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,011
Posted By EmptiMind
I'll make sure to try and make it out.

I'll make sure to try and make it out.
Forum: Road warriors 03-10-2013, 03:24 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
It's in about five pieces, I can fiber glass it...

It's in about five pieces, I can fiber glass it back together, but the back part of the box is broken as well, and I don't think I can get that part. Also, one of the mounting holes was...
Forum: Road warriors 03-10-2013, 03:04 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
My bike was literally kicked over in the night. ...

My bike was literally kicked over in the night. My bread box wasn't cracked, but shattered. Even broke part of the back of the box.
Forum: Road warriors 03-09-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
Alright, anyone have a spare bread box around? ...

Alright, anyone have a spare bread box around? I'm in a different city making my rear rack, and my bike was kicked over during the night. I need a new bread box, and a new right side mirror, any...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-07-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 3,200
Views: 153,874
Posted By EmptiMind
Great news! I'm going, cycle gear had $2 off...

Great news! I'm going, cycle gear had $2 off coupons.
Forum: Road warriors 03-06-2013, 08:42 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
Yeah, I understood how to box worked right when I...

Yeah, I understood how to box worked right when I opened it up. Seal is correct, all the hoses are too, just didn't expect to see so much oil leading straight to my injectors. For now I've made my...
Forum: Road warriors 03-06-2013, 08:06 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
Yeah, first time I've opened the box since I got...

Yeah, first time I've opened the box since I got it, and there was a lot of oil, made me worry. Maybe it's for nothing, I'll just keep checking on it. Another reason I thought about replacing it is...
Forum: Road warriors 03-06-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
I like the breadbox actually, in terms of looks. ...

I like the breadbox actually, in terms of looks. It's the function I didn't appreciate as much. Having the oil breather in there just seems silly to me, and if I'm replacing it, I'd like to just...
Forum: Road warriors 03-06-2013, 04:41 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
So, I was planning on getting a Jaz Breather, or...

So, I was planning on getting a Jaz Breather, or one of the ones from American Sports Bike anyway, I can just pick up an oval sportster intake and mount that on, right? I'm 5'8" so I'm not too...
Forum: Road warriors 03-06-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 6,078
Posted By EmptiMind
As far as new intake, I should be able to get...

As far as new intake, I should be able to get away with a sportster intake, right? I think it looks nice on the side. Any difference between a carb and fuel injected intake? See things listed...
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