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Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 03-01-2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 902
Posted By MCGMB
Very nice pic at Round Valley there u-s, I know...

Very nice pic at Round Valley there u-s, I know that area pretty well.

Hey, are those IRC GP110's you've got mounted? I was trying decide between those and GP1's and went with the latter.

If...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 02-28-2013, 06:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 902
Posted By MCGMB
I have a WR250R and live in Somerset County. ...

I have a WR250R and live in Somerset County. Would like to join rides around here, in the Pine Barrens, or wherever.

Let's keep this thread going.:clap
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 02-08-2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,098
Posted By MCGMB
I'm with you on the above thinking. If these...

I'm with you on the above thinking. If these parks are used, and those who do (or even those who don't) shout "more more more!" we may actually get more. Stay motivated, and vocal, to the right...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 01-21-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 10,251
Posted By MCGMB
Agreed, it ALWAYS comes down to money, no matter...

Agreed, it ALWAYS comes down to money, no matter the brand -- the issue is how you choose to allocate your marketing funds. The Big 4 spends on TV, radio, billboards, internet, social media, race...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 01-21-2013, 01:37 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 10,251
Posted By MCGMB
Motorcyling is intrinsically exclusive -- how...

Motorcyling is intrinsically exclusive -- how many bikes do you see out there compared to cars? Ducati is just more exclusive than others.

I went to the Ducati display and was very impressed. ...
Forum: Road warriors 11-13-2012, 08:56 AM
Replies: 3,292
Views: 293,490
Posted By MCGMB
I totally agree with the clean looks of the bike,...

I totally agree with the clean looks of the bike, and the potential for customization.

And earlier poster said he liked the bike, but preferred non-chrome fenders. I could see color-matched...
Forum: Road warriors 11-13-2012, 08:49 AM
Replies: 3,292
Views: 293,490
Posted By MCGMB
That's a nicely nuanced view of this-type bike,...

That's a nicely nuanced view of this-type bike, and the motorcycle market in general. And yeah, from what I've seen Triumph has done quite well in the segment. I hope the CB1100 succeeds -- it...
Forum: Road warriors 11-13-2012, 07:09 AM
Replies: 3,292
Views: 293,490
Posted By MCGMB
It seems you really want me to agree (capitulate)...

It seems you really want me to agree (capitulate) with your point about buying new vs used, and how there will always be some consumers who want one vs the other, OK, I completely agree with that,...
Forum: Road warriors 11-12-2012, 09:09 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 29,598
Posted By MCGMB
I think you're right on in that it's a competitor...

I think you're right on in that it's a competitor to the SMT, though I think it'll have an even broader appeal based on the brand name.

Have to say, I like the looks of it in motion from that vid...
Forum: Road warriors 11-12-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 3,292
Views: 293,490
Posted By MCGMB
Deal!:freakyIf you win, I'll ride to CO and...

Deal!:freakyIf you win, I'll ride to CO and deliver the winnings, and you'll show me some ADV-roads. If you win, ride to NJ and I'll show some roads.


ZRX had a very nice run (almost got one,...
Forum: Road warriors 11-12-2012, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3,292
Views: 293,490
Posted By MCGMB
Maybe where you are, but I'm willing to wager...

Maybe where you are, but I'm willing to wager they generally won't sell in the US, and agree with zoo mob

The fact that you've been seeing standards all over NOW (my eyes tells me it's...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 10-13-2012, 07:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 350
Posted By MCGMB
Thanks Haar. I will look into those things....

Thanks Haar.

I will look into those things. Tomorrow looks rainy so not sure how much "open-air" will be done..

Today I went to the Wild Turkey tasting room & gift shop (got there too late...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 10-12-2012, 07:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 350
Posted By MCGMB
Bardstown, KY recommendations please

So a NJ ADV'er is going to be visiting the lovely state of KY tomorrow and Sunday.

My plan is to stay in Bardstown and take advantage of the local attractions and roads.

Right now I plan to...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-06-2012, 05:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 565
Posted By MCGMB
Looks like I'm not going to make this one after...

Looks like I'm not going to make this one after all.

Weather looks pretty good -- enjoy everyone!
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-05-2012, 06:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 565
Posted By MCGMB
In!

In!
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-05-2012, 08:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 565
Posted By MCGMB
Walter, what's the general direction you'll be...

Walter, what's the general direction you'll be going, and where will the ride end up?
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-10-2012, 07:25 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,644
Posted By MCGMB
Now who would that be?:rofl

Now who would that be?:rofl
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-09-2012, 08:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,644
Posted By MCGMB
Nice meeting you too! Yes, I did get out to...

Nice meeting you too!

Yes, I did get out to some dirt roads near where I live. And while I thought the old rear Battle Wing had some decent rubber left, the new one you installed felt way way...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-05-2012, 07:24 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 13,788
Posted By MCGMB
Just sent in my comments. Please, everyone...

Just sent in my comments.

Please, everyone do the same -- it takes very little time, but is hugely important.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-04-2012, 05:47 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,440
Posted By MCGMB
As Seal mentioned, the 5 speed is a weakness on...

As Seal mentioned, the 5 speed is a weakness on the DRZ on the highway, and it's not very good there, especially if you've put on even more dirt-oriented tires. Day rides are fine unless you spend a...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-04-2012, 10:25 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,644
Posted By MCGMB
Thanks jimmr, that's the guy.:clap I can do...

Thanks jimmr, that's the guy.:clap

I can do mount/balancing when I feel like, but I always seem to scratch something. Sometimes I'd rather someone more skilled do it, especially if he's nearby....
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-04-2012, 08:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,644
Posted By MCGMB
ADV'er in NJ that mounts/balances tires for reasonable fee?

A while ago I saw a thread about a guy that does a great job mounting & balancing tires, does this out of his garage in NJ, and charges a very reasonably fee.

For the life of me I can't find that...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-01-2012, 07:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 492
Posted By MCGMB
I recommend that you edit the post that has the...

I recommend that you edit the post that has the erroneous starting point, replacing with the correct location.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 08-30-2012, 03:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 551
Posted By MCGMB
Action shot --- cool! And V -- I looked at...

Action shot --- cool!

And V -- I looked at some of the Ascutney reports and pics. Very very impressive time on your part, especially for someone that did not use a specialized trailer-only bike....
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 08-30-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 551
Posted By MCGMB
It WAS a great ride -- very nice inventory of...

It WAS a great ride -- very nice inventory of dirt roads in the area. Some new ones I've never been on (that I recall), and I live around there! Thanks for that.

And yeah, about the deer --- damn...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 08-29-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 1,106
Views: 52,099
Posted By MCGMB
I'll be riding down with a couple others from the...

I'll be riding down with a couple others from the Bedmiinster Shell, arriving about 7:00.

Curious to hear about your Ascutney adventure. Saw someone else's helmet cam vid of a VERY fast run :eek1
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 08-28-2012, 02:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 551
Posted By MCGMB
I'll be there....and open for either mixed or...

I'll be there....and open for either mixed or paved.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 08-23-2012, 03:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,348
Posted By MCGMB
I've missed the last couple of weeks. Should be...

I've missed the last couple of weeks. Should be there the 29th though. :freaky
Forum: Racing 08-20-2012, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5,368
Views: 476,267
Posted By MCGMB
Yes, I remember very well about all the...

Yes, I remember very well about all the mechanical problems in WSBK. Some of the stuff was just plain ridiculous --- to be on the World level and run out of GAS!!! That's impossible to reconcile. ...
Forum: Road warriors 07-27-2012, 11:23 AM
Replies: 534
Views: 89,866
Posted By MCGMB
Yeah, I agree it's nice looking. But even at the...

Yeah, I agree it's nice looking. But even at the $9995-$10995 price, I doubt Honda would sell enough to make it worthwhile. Other than those on this thread that said they'd buy one (whether they'd...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-26-2012, 11:22 AM
Replies: 1,106
Views: 52,099
Posted By MCGMB
Just an absolutely perfect day yesterday -- both...

Just an absolutely perfect day yesterday -- both for the ride to Chelsea's (thanks Walter), and the night to hang out and meet some new ADV'ers.:clap

Nice pics Red. Always good to document these...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-24-2012, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 383
Posted By MCGMB
I'm definitely in on this.:ricky But I...

I'm definitely in on this.:ricky

But I think you mean the 25th.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-24-2012, 01:17 PM
Replies: 1,106
Views: 52,099
Posted By MCGMB
Yeah, Chelsea's tomorrow sounds good. ...

Yeah, Chelsea's tomorrow sounds good.

Weather will be perfect, and I'm past due for a weekday ride..
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-09-2012, 04:52 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,548
Posted By MCGMB
Had a thoroughly enjoyable day yesterday starting...

Had a thoroughly enjoyable day yesterday starting at Parker's for breakfast and continuing on to Ray's for lobster lunch. Met about 15 ADV'ers for the first time across both of those places.
...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-06-2012, 10:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,548
Posted By MCGMB
Count me in. :thumb

Count me in. :thumb
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-05-2012, 07:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,348
Posted By MCGMB
Agreed.:clap Buffalo burger with blue...

Agreed.:clap

Buffalo burger with blue cheese ----> :thumb
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-05-2012, 07:06 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,548
Posted By MCGMB
All three points look great.:thumb

All three points look great.:thumb
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-04-2012, 12:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,348
Posted By MCGMB
I'm going to try to stop by. Not sure what time...

I'm going to try to stop by. Not sure what time though.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 06-30-2012, 04:39 AM
Replies: 888
Views: 42,299
Posted By MCGMB
In :thumb

In :thumb
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 06-29-2012, 07:02 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,548
Posted By MCGMB
:ear

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