Forum: Australia
Today, 02:31 AM
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aussie riders
A couple of things need saying. Stats can be manipulated to show anything. How many road deaths in WA 2012? 68. How many were car, truck bus bike etc? If we are being targeted ( singled out ) by WA...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
Yesterday, 10:55 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 116
shifter
Mine is as tight as a fishes. Change to a HT cap screw or get a new lever.
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Forum: Australia
05-16-2013, 01:26 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,190
helmets
I have a THH 26 and the Arai XD4 in orange which is unused as yet ( only a week old and work spoiling a good ride )
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Forum: Australia
05-15-2013, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 998
stockton beach
As of 2:30 pm 16/5/13 Stockton beach is open on the beachfront only from lavis Lane to Gan Gan entrance at Anna Bay. No dune access or camping is permitted. Dune access is only available south of...
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Forum: Australia
05-14-2013, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,092
work visa
Make sure your paperwork is in order and you have a work visa. Immigration take a dim view of anyone trying to work without permits and tend to send them packing without much chance of returning.
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Forum: Latin America
05-14-2013, 02:41 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 594
Compass
Hi People from Compass,
wild horses ( or wild bikes is better ) won't keep me away from Sydney this year. I will see you there on the Saturday.
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Forum: Australia
05-14-2013, 01:30 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 998
riding sand
My advice, don't! I hate deep sand with a passion especially on a porky 4 stroke.
If you want to ride Stockton ditch the drz and buy a 2 stroke, bigger the better! Remember power is your friend...
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Forum: Australia
05-13-2013, 01:09 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,069
UHD tubes
As a sweep rider for many years I have gone through 3 WRF450's. As a matter of course as soon as I took possession of the bike UHD tubes went in. In all the miles I have done off road I have never...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
05-11-2013, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 461
another brake fluid question
I want to change the front upper brake line after fitting bar risers. Anyone know the procedure for bleeding abs brakes? Is it the same as non-abs?
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Forum: Australia
05-10-2013, 11:44 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 879
more please
Next time you head up through the Hunter give me a whistle and I can point you to a few good sections of dirt. Commission road to Jerrys Plains and Moonan Flat to Nundle via Glenrock and Barry to...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
05-09-2013, 03:17 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 487
rolling diameter
Don't forget to look at the difference ( if any ) in rolling diameters of 17" and 18" tyres rather than rim diameter.
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Forum: Australia
05-09-2013, 02:42 AM
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Replies: 52
Views: 9,507
new helmet
Just picked up my new Arai XD4 orange helmet from Singleton M/C. It is complete with AS sticker and the price was more than comparable to one imported from the US ( inc postage to Oz ). I was happy?...
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Forum: Latin America
05-08-2013, 11:42 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 594
Locals
Toby,
thanks for the info and the link.
Some years ago I was involved in a tour operation hear in Australia as a sweep rider. The overwhelming comment at the end of a ride ( usually 2 days on...
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Forum: Australia
05-03-2013, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 52
Views: 9,507
GTinAUS,
don't delude yourself that the...
GTinAUS,
don't delude yourself that the government has your safety and interest at heart. Safety standards are driven by insurance companies and rely on lagging indicators to make decisions. They...
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Forum: Australia
05-03-2013, 01:56 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,594
south of the border
A couple of years ago I was working at Loy Yang near Traralgon. When I got home there was a fine for 8 ks over the limit. Checked the location and it was dual carriageway. Should have been a minimum...
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Forum: Australia
05-02-2013, 02:19 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 1,977
bloody work!
Damn, damn, damn,
work spoiling a good lifestyle again! Looks like it might be a top weekend in Gloucester but I will be stuck in a dark dingy power station. Mototent looks interesting. Hope the...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
05-01-2013, 11:47 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 280
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Forum: Parallel Universe
05-01-2013, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 816
screen spoiler
Have you tried the clip on screen spoiler from Touratech? I am 6'1'' and am using a seat pad on the standard seat. An hour on the bike and my neck was killing me. Tried the clip on spoiler and works...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
05-01-2013, 02:23 AM
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Replies: 6,642
Views: 1,998,845
chain
Damned observant! bendy chain maybe?
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Forum: Australia
05-01-2013, 02:10 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 1,977
keep going
Itchy,
keep going with the bike. They are a little heavy especially when I am used to a modern endure. I suppose you have tried using an exercise ball to strengthen your back. I had an injury a...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
04-30-2013, 01:53 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 280
Progressive 465
Can anyone in the US tell me anything about the Progressive 465 shock? They seem to be a reasonable price in evilbay.
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Forum: Parallel Universe
04-28-2013, 01:34 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,194
fuel tank
Carry a 4 litre ( 1 gallon ) Rotapax fuel can. Mine goes everywhere. Love it.
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Forum: Parallel Universe
04-28-2013, 01:29 AM
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Replies: 192
Views: 17,599
gs suspension
Itchy,
I have had my 800gs for 2 years now. I racked up the 5000ks yesterday. I did a loop out to Coolah Tops and returned via Blackville and Willow Tree - Merriwa road. The road varied from tar to...
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Forum: Latin America
04-22-2013, 03:25 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 594
dakar
Ambitions completely outstrip abilities!! I watch Dakar every year and wish I was young and fit enough to even think of doing it. Can you give me more details? route average temperature etc etc.
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Forum: Australia
04-21-2013, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 70
Views: 6,008
pump
I usually carry the BestRest pump. Also carry a foot pump purchased from Adventuremoto. It is a 2 speed ( volume or pressure ) Neither weigh very much.
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Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me
04-19-2013, 03:24 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,877
garmin
Not sure all Garmins will take decent topos. I have a Nuvi in the car and that is where it can stay. I have tried loading routes from mapping software without success.
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Forum: Australia
04-19-2013, 03:13 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 353
Sa
I have a thread running on the Latin America and am getting some good advice. Compass and Perumoto get good raps.
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Forum: Latin America
04-19-2013, 03:10 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 594
SA tours
Thanks to all for hints. There is an inmate on the Oz side looking to do a trip in October 2014. I think we should be able to hook up. Again any advice re tours, bike hire etc etc is greatly...
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Forum: GPS 101 - Which GPS For Me
04-19-2013, 01:22 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,877
gps
I have been using a Garmin Colorado for a few years with great success. I have the Memory Map Topos for NSW on the laptop and can plot a track on the 1:25000 topos and then download to the gps and...
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Forum: Australia
04-19-2013, 01:11 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 353
peru
Gavo,
I am currently looking at options for 2014. I am definitely interested.
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Forum: Latin America
04-18-2013, 01:49 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 594
tours
Poolman,
thanks for the link. SA is looking more and more spectacular. It makes all the long hours of overtime a little more meaningful if I can get to ride through such exotic places. I need to sit...
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Forum: OZ Vendors
04-17-2013, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 148
Views: 17,354
log in
I'm logged in. Looks like problems sorted.
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Forum: Australia
04-17-2013, 03:31 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 761
end of may
I think I would be due for a ride by then. I will see how things are travelling work wise. I might try to hand on to another supervisor for the weekend. Keep in touch; I could easily be talked into a...
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Forum: Australia
04-17-2013, 02:26 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 761
broken ankle
Bugger! makes you appreciate really expensive ( aka best quality ) boots. Hope things heal quickly.
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Forum: Latin America
04-15-2013, 08:17 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 594
tour companies
Thanks for the link. I don't really know too much about SA but the photos look awesome. I will have to do a little research. I know what you mean about using a tour company. I used to sweep ride for...
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Forum: Australia
04-15-2013, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 201
innovative balancing
There is Perth address on their web site /www.innovativebalancing.com/int_dealers.html# but no phone number. I would send a query to the US asking for current importer.
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Forum: Australia
04-15-2013, 01:58 AM
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Replies: 91
Views: 3,812
plb
I do the majority of riding solo in some out of the way places. Leave a route sheet at home and do yourself a favour and buy one of these; won't ride without it.
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Forum: Latin America
04-14-2013, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 594
tour companies
I am looking to do a ride in Peru / Bolivia 2014 and am looking for a reputable tour operator with decent hire bikes. The trip is still in the planning stage so any advice ( time of year, equipment...
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Forum: Australia
04-14-2013, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 761
curricabark tomalla
How was the road through to Tomalla/ I think there is only one rocky creek crossing. I haven't done it for 12 months or so and as I get older recent memory fades.
Give me a whistle next time you...
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Forum: Australia
04-14-2013, 01:51 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 761
abs
I think I have been a little intimidated by the size ( weight ) of the 800 that I haven't pushed things to the point where I am going to get into trouble. The more I ride it the closer to that point...
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