Forum: Vendors
05-17-2013, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 485
Got one.
I just bought one. Looks simple enough and a fair price. Thanks
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Forum: Americas
05-16-2013, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 616
Information
I live in Georgia, middle of the state. Very small town. As far as I know, if you buy a bike from an individual, there is no sales tax. I work next door to the registration/tag office. I will step...
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Forum: GPS Tracks - Northeast, Southeast & Florida
05-06-2013, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 855
Views: 75,210
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-19-2013, 08:37 AM
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Replies: 71
Views: 3,738
+1 on the RDL
Tried the Corbin for about 10k miles, no dice. Forked over the cash for a Russell and haven't looked back. As far as price, I think the Corbin and Russell are very close. Go with the Russell.
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-19-2013, 08:32 AM
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Replies: 103
Views: 4,391
Age?
I have been riding bikes since 1984, I was 4. Long live the JR 50. I purchased my 1st BMW 1150 GS Adventure at 28 and I own my 2nd now at 32. In my younger years :evil I lusted after the bling of the...
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Forum: Equipment
03-18-2013, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 544
Klr
Racks from Ebay, built by a guy in Canada <$200. HPRC cases from Amazon, <$200.
<a href="http://s750.beta.photobucket.com/user/Beechhunter/media/2012-09-09_12-13-28_108.jpg.html"...
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Forum: Equipment
03-15-2013, 08:31 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,019
Options?
Just to make sure everyone is informed. There are options with the Bumot luggage that may not be available with other luggage manufacturers. If one is so inclined to have hard and lockable luggage...
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Forum: Vendors
03-08-2013, 06:52 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 962
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Forum: Americas
03-06-2013, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 609
Advice.
A Russell Seat and satellite radio do the trick for me. 500 mile day= no problem. Just depends on what you want to see. I like blasting down the slab, some people don't.
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Forum: Equipment
03-06-2013, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 761
+1 on Starcom1
Tried various BT options but they did not work for my applications. I switched to Starcom1 in 2009 and haven't looked back. IMHO it all depends on how many hours you intend to ride the bike and how...
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Forum: GS Boxers
03-06-2013, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
Dimensions for liners
Liner Dimensions
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Forum: Equipment
03-06-2013, 06:25 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,823
Right there with you.
I am looking at the small and medium. I would like to have one for each side. I believe the small and medium will work with my boxes. I plan to put my ground cloth and rain fly in one rollie bag and...
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Forum: Equipment
03-06-2013, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 435
Starcom 1
Get a Starcom1 and never look back. I tried the blue tooth options but I prefer a hard wired unit. No batteries to recharge.
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Forum: Equipment
03-06-2013, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,243
Top Box
If you are considering a plastic box such as a Givi, you might want to check out Bestem T-Box. I have used several of them and the newest version comes with tail and brake lights. The price is right...
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Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me
02-27-2013, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 416
Intended use.
I am headed to AK this summer with my dad and brother. I would like to use software such as Base Camp to plan my route, then download to the GPS. I also plan to use GPX files graciously provided by...
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Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me
02-27-2013, 06:24 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 416
Something like this.
An example of the terminology is in the thread below.
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=859838
My question I believe has been answered. Buying a GPS from eBay is almost certainly...
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Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me
02-26-2013, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 416
70 views
70 views and not a peep. Must be a slow night.
:ear
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Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me
02-26-2013, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 416
School Me With Locked GPS.
I am in the market for a used GPS. Preferably along the lines of a Garmin 60CSX. I have seen several in the flea market and several on ebay in my price range. The confusing part for a GPS noob is the...
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-22-2013, 08:15 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 235
Luggage rack?
Could someone tell me if the luggage rack, tail section, is the same on the R1150GS and Adventure models? I would like to know if this will work with either model. Thanks
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Forum: Vendors
02-22-2013, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 426
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Forum: Equipment
02-20-2013, 09:31 AM
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Replies: 241
Views: 44,198
80 ft?
I am not an expert, but i used 50 ft of this. 28awg stranded teflon-coated copper wire,
It provides plenty of heat. 80 ft seems a bit long and heat shrink is very expensive. just my .02
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Forum: Vendors
02-19-2013, 07:40 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,357
Tool Box
I got around to mounting the tool box this past weekend. Pictures follow.
<a href="http://s750.beta.photobucket.com/user/Beechhunter/media/IMG_20130217_170827_zps0b16d80b.jpg.html"...
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-17-2013, 06:24 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
Width questions
Boxes are 40 1/4 inches wide.
LPL, i checked the dimensions. Rotopax wont fit. Good idea though.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-17-2013, 05:45 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
Got the tool box mounted today.
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Got the tool box mounted today.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-16-2013, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
Measurement
I will get a measurement tomorrow. I also plan to remove the charcoal filter and mount the toolbox. I will post pictures once completed.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-15-2013, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 560
Like he said.
Maybe BMW? I saw those on ebay, I think, and I couldn't figure out the make either. Good luck.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-15-2013, 07:18 AM
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Replies: 1,329
Views: 153,182
New boxes and lights
I replaced my system cases with Bumot panniers from Xplormoto. I also added some flashing led brake lights below my tag.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-13-2013, 06:29 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
As far as the crap goes. We are considering...
As far as the crap goes. We are considering leaving the non essentials in Fairbanks, to lighten the load. How did the Tourances do ? I was thinking of getting a new rear, TKC,in Fairbanks, before...
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-13-2013, 06:27 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
Tool Box
I hope to mount the tool box this weekend. Charcoal canister has got to go.
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Forum: Vendors
02-13-2013, 02:41 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,357
Thought I would share
Just received my setup from Rick and they are nice. I have a thread about them in Oilheads.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-13-2013, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 118
Views: 15,588
Brand New Setup
Bumot cases from Xplormoto. Freshly installed and still nice and clean. Let the fun begin. :clap
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-13-2013, 02:27 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,589
New Luggage (Bumot panniers)
I have a long ride coming up this summer and have been in the market for luggage to replace my current system cases. I have used Happytrails, Jesse, BMW Adv cases and BMW system cases in the past,...
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Forum: Vendors
02-11-2013, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 426
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Forum: Equipment
02-05-2013, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,421
Sanuks
+1. Comfortable and pack flat.
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Forum: Equipment
02-04-2013, 04:02 PM
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Replies: 79
Views: 4,470
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Forum: Vendors
02-04-2013, 12:03 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 579
Wire
I will take 100'. Pm sent.
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Forum: GS Boxers
02-01-2013, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 118
Views: 15,588
+1 Lid loops
Lid loops and Jesse bags are fine. Just use some rubber washers. No leaks from mine.
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Forum: Vendors
01-31-2013, 05:39 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 426
Starcom 1 Advance Communication System
I have 1, Starcom 1 Advance units for sale. Kit A ,The only difference being Kit A has one headset. All are brand new and have never been used.
I am not a dealer, just a guy who came across a...
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Forum: Equipment
01-29-2013, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 402
Magadan
Where are you getting the Magadan bags?
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Forum: Equipment
01-29-2013, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 74
Views: 9,390
Pelican or not?
Have not read the entire thread but thought I would post my old set up. Maybe help someone out with a luggage decision.
Racks from a guy in Canada through Ebay. HPRC cases from amazon. $400 in the...
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