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Forum: Beasts 06-17-2013, 12:40 PM
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
So other than that, how's the seat? Is it an...

So other than that, how's the seat? Is it an improvement? It has to be.
Forum: Beasts 06-17-2013, 06:07 AM
Replies: 5,339
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
What seat bag is that?

What seat bag is that?
Forum: Beasts 06-11-2013, 05:52 AM
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
You forgot to record the twisties. No twisties...

You forgot to record the twisties. No twisties here.
Forum: Beasts 05-11-2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,019
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Interesting. I am somewhat confused. If you made...

Interesting. I am somewhat confused. If you made the decision NOT to keep the Tiger, why are you still reading this thread? Second guessing perhaps?
Forum: Beasts 05-11-2013, 03:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,019
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Interesting. I am somewhat confused. If you made...

Interesting. I am somewhat confused. If you made the decision NOT to keep the Tiger, why are you still reading this thread? Second guessing perhaps?
Forum: Beasts 05-10-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,343
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
The treads appear to have less curvature, no...

The treads appear to have less curvature, no chicken strips during even relatively mild cornering.[/QUOTE]

That's one thing that concerned me. If they're not round enough, it seems as though it...
Forum: Beasts 05-05-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 389
Views: 72,745
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
No, he's right..they are upside down on one side.

No, he's right..they are upside down on one side.
Forum: Beasts 04-22-2013, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,536
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Give Tina a call at Motolight. She can help. You...

Give Tina a call at Motolight. She can help. You need the radial mount.
Forum: Beasts 04-14-2013, 07:44 AM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 294,522
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Never mind.

Never mind.
Forum: Beasts 04-14-2013, 06:02 AM
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Views: 294,522
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Again, I see no beak with the big tank. That's...

Again, I see no beak with the big tank. That's disappointing. Will the beak not fit?
Forum: Beasts 04-09-2013, 05:35 AM
Replies: 17,430
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Were you not able to run the front beak with that...

Were you not able to run the front beak with that tank?
Forum: Beasts 04-05-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 17,430
Views: 2,815,667
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
So about 125 mph. That's fast enough!

So about 125 mph. That's fast enough!
Forum: Beasts 04-05-2013, 06:30 PM
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Top speed

Anybody know what the 800 will do? Just curious.
Forum: Beasts 03-26-2013, 11:56 AM
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Who and where is this dealer? Maybe I'll come buy...

Who and where is this dealer? Maybe I'll come buy it.
Forum: Beasts 03-25-2013, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1,319
Views: 294,522
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
And as I always say.........Looks is 90% : )

And as I always say.........Looks is 90% : )
Forum: Beasts 03-24-2013, 05:23 PM
Replies: 389
Views: 72,745
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
One other thing about the GlobeScouts....they...

One other thing about the GlobeScouts....they appear to be deeper than the Trax, but I cannot find a measurement and advdepot has not replied to my question. Does anyone know?
Forum: Beasts 03-24-2013, 11:07 AM
Replies: 389
Views: 72,745
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
[QUOTE=lmychajluk;21021393]Are you talking about...

[QUOTE=lmychajluk;21021393]Are you talking about these?
http://www.globescout.de/images/P/19-01-018-11-02.jpg

Yes, they will protrude slightly into the case, but I they're relatively low profile....
Forum: Beasts 03-24-2013, 05:45 AM
Replies: 389
Views: 72,745
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
I am also looking at the Trax vs the GlobeScout....

I am also looking at the Trax vs the GlobeScout. Only negative I see in the GlobeScout is the mounting system. It appears that they have mechanisms inside the cases which must be dealt with. Wouldn't...
Forum: Beasts 03-21-2013, 06:12 AM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,536
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
[QUOTE=sleepyOwl;20998363]I know but I dont plan...

[QUOTE=sleepyOwl;20998363]I know but I dont plan on looking under there :evil

But you will be able to see it from the front. Ask me how I know.
Forum: Beasts 03-20-2013, 05:32 PM
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Views: 597,536
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Looks good. However, a powder coated skid plate...

Looks good. However, a powder coated skid plate will eventually get sandblasted in the center to silver, from the trail of the tire.
Forum: Beasts 03-05-2013, 01:40 PM
Replies: 17,430
Views: 2,815,667
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
If you first put your left foot on the peg and...

If you first put your left foot on the peg and get on like a horse - and get off the same way, you won't be hitting your rear seat with your boot.
Forum: Beasts 03-03-2013, 07:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,486
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
I think you would be happy with the Tiger, but it...

I think you would be happy with the Tiger, but it really depends on what color you choose.
Forum: Beasts 03-02-2013, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,536
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
[QUOTE=sleepyOwl;20847771]Likes Quality of...

[QUOTE=sleepyOwl;20847771]Likes

Quality of the actual luggage
Ease of the quick lock system
Looks without luggage fitted

Dislikes

Flimsyness of plate cover. Tabs all broken on arrival...
Forum: Beasts 02-21-2013, 12:01 PM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,536
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Luggage will look great on that bike. Be sure to...

Luggage will look great on that bike. Be sure to post some pics when you get them mounted.

BTW..........is that a washing machine in your kitchen?
Forum: Beasts 02-20-2013, 05:52 PM
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Views: 2,815,667
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
+1

+1
Forum: Beasts 02-19-2013, 12:02 PM
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Views: 2,815,667
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Any problem running the Arrow or LV without the...

Any problem running the Arrow or LV without the Arrow mapping?
Forum: Beasts 02-15-2013, 04:03 PM
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
I found these fit very close. They come in silver...

I found these fit very close. They come in silver aluminum or black;

http://holan.pl/en/product/24/507/512/2333/PRO_system_with_NOMADA_Pro_cases_for_Tiger800
Forum: Beasts 02-13-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 17,430
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Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
[QUOTE=cug;20718425]I got the replacement...

[QUOTE=cug;20718425]I got the replacement plastics I needed after I hit a deer from England:


Did that deer have an English accent?
Forum: Beasts 02-08-2013, 10:36 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,894
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
I've got an '08 BMW GS Adventure which I bought...

I've got an '08 BMW GS Adventure which I bought new and wanting to sell it to get the Tiger 800XC. Does that tell you anything?

Wanna buy an Adventure??
Forum: Beasts 02-05-2013, 04:39 PM
Replies: 17,430
Views: 2,815,667
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Roadie or XC

OK, I need some help deciding. I have ridden the Roadie, but not the XC. I do know the Roadie is lower and scrubs in curves. Is this an issue with the XC?
Forum: Beasts 02-03-2013, 11:07 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,626
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Does anyone know?

Does anyone know?
Forum: GS Boxers 02-01-2013, 08:09 AM
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Views: 4,001,878
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq293/helmethea...

http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq293/helmethead7075/rsz_gsa_zps1feb7d9d.jpg

For sale.
Forum: GS Boxers 02-01-2013, 07:59 AM
Replies: 8,047
Views: 4,001,878
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq293/helmethea...

http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq293/helmethead7075/th_rsz_gsa_zps1feb7d9d.jpg

Somebody please tell me how to load pics properly.
Forum: Beasts 01-31-2013, 05:25 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,287
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
[QUOTE=Kawidad;20616762]R1200GS water...

[QUOTE=Kawidad;20616762]R1200GS water cooled?????? :huh

Not unless you're talking about the as yet to be released water head.



Yes, considering the water head GS...no hurry, just getting...
Forum: Beasts 01-31-2013, 05:17 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 8,287
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Triumph Explorer 1200 vs. BMW R1200GS

Can't make up my mind. Both water cooled. Both have heated grips, ABS, TPS, Shaft drive. Explorer has cruise control, throttle by wire, more horsepower. Any input is appreciated.
Forum: Beasts 01-26-2013, 04:30 PM
Replies: 17,430
Views: 2,815,667
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Been thinking about the same thing.

Been thinking about the same thing.
Forum: Beasts 01-20-2013, 08:54 AM
Replies: 17,430
Views: 2,815,667
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
"The Triumph comes across more like the...

"The Triumph comes across more like the love-child of a Street Triple and a KLR...light, flickable, functional, eager, and up for whatever the rider throws at it. It's like a 3-year old Golden...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-07-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,664
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
If I were you.......... ...

If I were you..........

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=852375
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-07-2013, 10:40 AM
Replies: 242
Views: 17,515
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
I can only hope you're right.

I can only hope you're right.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-07-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 242
Views: 17,515
Posted By HelmetHead Cycle
Motorcycle Industry is Doomed

I honestly believe the motorcycle industry is doomed, perhaps within the next few generations. If you look at the people who ride, you will notice there are fewer and fewer young people. Especially...
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