Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
02-01-2013, 01:51 PM
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Colorado Backcountry Premiere Night, Portland
Hello folks,
BMW Motorcycles of Western Oregon will host the Colorado Backcountry Discovery Route Premiere for Portland.:clap
The show is scheduled for February 8, 2013 at 7:00pm in our store...
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Forum: Thumpers
07-05-2012, 09:20 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
Hyde bashplate
I bought one for my 09 G450X and had no trouble getting the bashplate. As far as I know, it is made in South Africa so delivery time might be a tad bit longer. If I remember right, it took about 2...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-10-2012, 12:26 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
Failed Steering Head Bearings
Hey folks,
I just checked my steering head bearings at 97 hours/2040 miles. They are completely shut:huh, escpecially the lower one. It looks like the lower bearing had basically no grease in it...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
11-27-2011, 01:35 PM
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Replies: 2,480
Views: 455,093
Fall Dirt Ride
I went for a nice Fall dirt ride in Eastern Oregon recently. :clap
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KRAUTER
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Forum: Thumpers
11-27-2011, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
Fall Ride Video
Took my G450X for a nice fall ride in Eastern Oregon recently. :clap
1900 miles/95 hours and counting.
<IFRAME height=315 src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/_bpeSNRpppc" frameBorder=0 width=420...
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Forum: Thumpers
06-18-2011, 09:22 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
G450x on singletrack (video)
2 weeks ago, the legendary Blackdog dualsport ride took place again around Mt. Hood/Oregon. 40 miles of single- and dualtrack on my 09 G450X.:clap
Here's a little video, I put together:
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
06-18-2011, 09:03 PM
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Replies: 2,480
Views: 455,093
Blackdog dualsport ride oregon 2011
Well, I finally got my Video of the Blackdog dualsport event together.
40 miles of single- and dualtrack around Mt. Hood/Oregon :D
<IFRAME src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/D5EhXBCHsaQ"...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
11-01-2010, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 2,480
Views: 455,093
China Hat Fall Classic 2010
Here's a little video I put together, from my latest rediculous racing efforts...
Sportsman class. 1 lap, 52 miles
Sorry for the video quality but it rained quite a bit.
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Forum: Thumpers
08-04-2010, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
G450x On Singletrack
CHANGED MY GEARING TO 14/50 AND INSTALLED THE LEO VINCE SLIP ON.
WENT RIDING LAST MONDAY IN ONE OF MY FAVORITE RIDING AREAS AND WAS INTRODUCED TO SOME VERY NICE SINGLETRACK BY A FRIEND:clap
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Forum: Thumpers
06-22-2010, 01:38 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
Oil And Video
Types of Oil and Source for Filters?
<HR style="COLOR: #575757" SIZE=1><!-- / icon and title --><!-- message -->I promise not to open the "what oil is best" bottle, but have a question about...
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
06-20-2010, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 450
Views: 24,302
Blackdog Video
Well, I finally edited my little Blackdog video. I am still learning.
As always, Tom and Crew put together a fantastic mix of gravel roads, great scenery and awesome singletrack.
Video is only...
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Forum: Thumpers
06-03-2010, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,670
G450x My Ride
I bought one recently and I have a DRZ400S as well. The BMW is a dirtbike, streetlegal to connect trails. Maintenance is done by the hour (Oilchange every 10 hours). The traction on this bike is...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-06-2010, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
Oil Question! Oh No!!!
Hi folks!
I don't want to stirr up an oil thread here:eek1 , but I was wondering if anybody is using synthetic oil in his G450X.
BMW recommends mineral based oils only, but I really would like...
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Forum: Thumpers
04-12-2010, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
Tank Solutions
Hello ced40,
this might not be what you're looking for, but since you are only going to need the bigger tank volume a few times a year...
Check this link for a rear bag solution.You could...
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
03-03-2010, 10:05 PM
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Replies: 87
Views: 5,928
Tillamook Trail Ride
I ALREADY POSTED THIS ONE ELSEWHERE.
SORRY, IF YOU HAVE SEEN IT ALREADY! :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZXFKRIPAKs
KRAUTER
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Forum: Thumpers
02-09-2010, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 5,698
Views: 1,042,608
I Got Myself A Dirtbike!
Well, I finally bought myself a G450X after obusing my DRZ400S on the trails for many years.:clap
Took the bike out for break in ride on Monday!
As others stated before, it seems that the front...
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
12-12-2009, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 7,257
Views: 1,768,632
2002 Bmw R1150r Engine-needs Work! $250.00
I AM SELLING A MOTOR FOR R1150R SINGLESPARK. (IT WILL FIT 2002/2003 R1150R/R1150R ADVENTURE AND 03 ROCKSTER BIKES)
THIS MOTOR WILL NEED WORK!!!
I PUT 124500 TROUBLEFREE MILES ON IT. BUT NOW...
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Forum: Racing
04-08-2009, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 565
German Cross Country Series
HERE'S A LINK TO THE STARTER LIST IN THE XC PRO CLASS:
http://www.baboons.de/index.php?option=com_memberlist&klasse=1&Itemid=68
GREETINGS,
KRAUTER
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
10-04-2008, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,129
G450x Demo Days At Rock Hill
Hi folks,
I work at the BMW store in Tigard and just got knowledge that we will offer
an opportunity to ride a G450X in its natural habitat.
On October 11th and October 12th from 10:00AM to...
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
04-25-2008, 07:27 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,140
Done
Thanks for putting this link up.
It is good to hear that someone is thinking of making more trails available, instead of closing riding areas down.
Krauter
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
04-10-2008, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 352
Views: 18,839
thanks
Thanks for the info Anders!
So count me in. :clap
Krauter
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
04-10-2008, 04:28 PM
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Replies: 352
Views: 18,839
nesseccary equipment
Well, I would be definetely interested in taking part. Do need special lights (nightstage??) How about a regular rollchart holder. Would that be good enough or is there a need for a professional...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-30-2008, 07:32 PM
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Replies: 6,575
Views: 1,603,913
Thanks
Klay, Cameraman, bross, jimbo.
Thanks for the kind comments.
Costa Rica rocks.
Anybody, looking for a great adventure getaway for a reasonable price needs to check it out.
Krauter...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-26-2008, 11:46 PM
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Replies: 6,575
Views: 1,603,913
Little Costa Rica Trip on XR250 Tornado
Well, I actually don't own a 25occ Thumper right now. (Have a DRZ400S)
And I had already purchased maps and a guidebook for the Baja to take my DRZ for a ride there in January.
But than I found a...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-01-2008, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 810
oilusage 2kf
Hey there!
Yup, the mighty 2KF. Had one of these in the 90's and put about 120000km on it.
First make sure, you are checking the oillevel when the bike is hot. Practically check it immediately...
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Forum: Americas
12-28-2007, 02:56 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,304
check shipping!
Hey Marc!
There's a vessel service with Hamburg-Sued from the West Coast USA to Valparaiso/Chile.
That might be a way to get your bike down there.
Or you could rent a KTM in Santiago de...
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Forum: Americas
12-27-2007, 10:29 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,304
carreterra austral is calling you!
Hey there!
In Chile you can take the Carreterra Austral south or Puerto Montt.
If I remember right you take it down to Coihaique (spelling?) and than take the ferry at Lago Buenos Aires over to...
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Forum: Thumpers
12-03-2007, 05:50 PM
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Replies: 5,357
Views: 990,371
touratech tank at ims show
Hey folks!
I don't own a G650XC but I know, that a lot of people wanted some more pic's/info.
Well, I went to the IMS show in Seattle and TT had the tank on display.
According to TT, the tank...
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Forum: Thumpers
08-20-2007, 08:34 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 2,181
I know something...
Don't know any of the bikes but the Hercules W2000, 2000cc featering a rotary engine. That think had an awesome sound!!!
Krauter
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Forum: Thumpers
08-10-2007, 08:22 PM
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Replies: 124
Views: 58,647
Pirelli Mt16 Rear/scorpion Pro Front On Drz400s
Hey there!
I don't know if you were using the Pirelli MT-16 as a dual sport tire with high asphalt usage or not, but for what it is, I think this tire is an excellent choice.
I bought one as a rear...
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Forum: Thumpers
08-03-2007, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 124
Views: 58,647
Dunlop D606 on DRZ400S
Hey there!
I ran a couple of Dunlop D606 tires front and rear on my DRZ400S and on a DR650 I had previously.
In my opinion the D606 is the best 50/50 tire currently available. I have ridden it...
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
07-09-2007, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 808
Yup, that was a cool event.
Took some pic's...
Yup, that was a cool event.
Took some pic's too:
The guy who took the holeshot one this starting row almost came of the bike
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j197/helmkera/Dscn14931.jpg
He...
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Forum: Racing
06-09-2007, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 13,740
erzberg prolog bmw 450
Very interesting!!!
Looking at the results, it seems like Christian Pfeiffer road the BMW 450 prototype and brought it in at rank 5 in the first race.:clap
Can't wait to see this bike at the...
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
05-16-2007, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 427
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
05-15-2007, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 582
dirt don't hurt pre-ride
Hello folks!
Last Sunday I went with some folks from the BMW Eugene and Tigard store for a pre-ride of the upcoming Dirt don't hurt ride, organized by BMW Eugene.
We met in Corvallis and took...
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Forum: Racing
04-23-2007, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 1,614
Thanks!
Hello K!
It is time to thank you for your always outstanding MotoGP reports!
Reading your reports is like watching it on TV, just way better. You have all the insights and is always a great...
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Forum: Equipment
04-23-2007, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 49
Views: 4,763
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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet.
03-22-2007, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,823
Another one new to the area
Hey folks!
Looks like this is the thread to introduce myself.
I just moved to Portland from Florida. Had to get out of the heat and away from the hurricanes.
Much better riding here of course,...
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Forum: Ride reports
01-29-2007, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 181
Views: 47,399
stuck in mud
Happend yesterday on the famous Devils Creek Ride in FL.:huh http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j197/helmkera/Dscn08571.jpg
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Forum: Ride reports
01-21-2007, 04:07 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,172
interesting comeback
Interesting comeback for my little ride report!
We did this section of the Trail in May 2006.
The ride to the starting point was pretty soggy.
But for the entire trail ride, the weather was...
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