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Forum: Trip Planning 07-13-2010, 04:13 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 26,729
Posted By kshive
Def +1 on this. I crossed the Canada border at...

Def +1 on this. I crossed the Canada border at Lynden, WA and headed into Seattle to stay with a friend. His address was programed into my GPS two weeks ahead of time and the touchscreen on my GPS...
Forum: Americas 07-13-2010, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,575
Posted By kshive
+1 on that but I'd take the 40 if I only had...

+1 on that but I'd take the 40 if I only had those two choices...

Otherwise at least take Route 66 and you can say you did it...

http://www.historic66.com/description/
Forum: Face plant 07-08-2010, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By kshive
Cry crash...

A buddy of mine, t-boned a car that pulled out in front of him a few days ago. In ICU for the last three days with several broken ribs, collar bone, humerus, hemothorax (blood in lung cavity),...
Forum: Beasts 06-26-2010, 10:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,821
Posted By kshive
Just because it's hard to get to, I always change...

Just because it's hard to get to, I always change out my plugs when I clean my air filter (K&N). Make sure you gap them right.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-11-2010, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 681
Posted By kshive
I'll second what scapegoat said. I was on it the...

I'll second what scapegoat said. I was on it the weekend after Memorial Day, nice curves but just gotta be careful for loose gravel.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-11-2010, 12:14 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 42,650
Posted By kshive
Are the dates still the same? 6/17-6/20? Didn't...

Are the dates still the same? 6/17-6/20? Didn't want to read the entire thread to look for changes.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-11-2010, 08:30 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,665
Posted By kshive
Mammoth Lakes, CA - sorta close to Tahoe..

Mammoth Lakes, CA - sorta close to Tahoe..
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-10-2010, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1,521
Views: 191,806
Posted By kshive
I was doing some dirt at like 50-60mph on a fire...

I was doing some dirt at like 50-60mph on a fire road when a thunderstorm rolled in. Marble sized hail started falling and I had this huge grin on my face cuz I knew I was completely protected from...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-10-2010, 08:59 AM
Replies: 1,521
Views: 191,806
Posted By kshive
road work

Had one of those big road construction "Flaggers Ahead" signs fly across the road no more than 10 feet in front of me on a real windy day. I saw it start to tilt maybe 100 feet before I got to it...
Forum: Equipment 05-07-2010, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 692
Posted By kshive
http://files.myopera.com/drlaunch/albums/110279/63...

http://files.myopera.com/drlaunch/albums/110279/630.jpg
Forum: Equipment 05-07-2010, 01:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,907
Posted By kshive
sixmoons

More of a backpacking tent where your trek poles double as the tent poles but I have a friend that did the Pacific Crest Trail (Mex to Canada) in 4 months and slept pretty much every night in one of...
Forum: Beasts 05-02-2010, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,064
Posted By kshive
Question V-Strom coolant leak issue

Sorta a pre-mature post but I noticed a tiny bit of coolant splatter on the engine and lower part of my crashbars where it attaches to the frame. I haven't had a chance to pull off the fairing to...
Forum: Equipment 04-18-2010, 10:36 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,856
Posted By kshive
Ok, that's stinkin' cool... I gotta get me one of...

Ok, that's stinkin' cool... I gotta get me one of these nanos!
Forum: Beasts 04-18-2010, 10:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,272
Posted By kshive
+1 on the power commander - I'm pretty high on...

+1 on the power commander - I'm pretty high on the RPMs on my DL, usually shift after 5k
Forum: The Garage 03-14-2010, 10:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,901
Posted By kshive
I've JB Welded a metal gas can before without any...

I've JB Welded a metal gas can before without any issues that I can tell. Real cheap, easy and quick. Get the 5 minute stuff and cure time is like an hour. Tip would be to hair dry the metal...
Forum: Americas 08-27-2009, 10:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 376
Posted By kshive
Glad you made it safe!

Glad you made it safe!
Forum: Trip Planning 08-26-2009, 02:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,274
Posted By kshive
Just going to say - headlamp. You'll be happy to...

Just going to say - headlamp. You'll be happy to have that over a flashlight.
Forum: Americas 08-26-2009, 02:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,063
Posted By kshive
ha! Oxblood actually answered it correctly! ...

ha! Oxblood actually answered it correctly!

But ya, seriously, you do need a passport to get back in. I'll be ridin' up to Whistler, BC on the 7th if you're in the area!
Forum: Beasts 08-26-2009, 01:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 945
Posted By kshive
+1 I've owned both and still love the 650...

+1 I've owned both and still love the 650 better... Get a DL650 off the flea market and you won't be disappointed...
Forum: Face plant 08-25-2009, 11:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,193
Posted By kshive
glad you weren't seriously injured... AGATT

glad you weren't seriously injured... AGATT
Forum: Beasts 08-25-2009, 10:30 AM
Replies: 2,080
Views: 340,300
Posted By kshive
Don't really need to make a big deal outta this...

Don't really need to make a big deal outta this since this thread is about the Shinko's but I've always put about 10% more pressure in my tires even on cars. Actually does a few things like keep the...
Forum: Americas 08-22-2009, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By kshive
Every time I go on a long distance bike trip I go...

Every time I go on a long distance bike trip I go to these guys http://www.travelguard.com/ and get insurance. Might be kinda pricey for an entire year though. I'm going on an 18 day 4K mile trip...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 08-22-2009, 03:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,146
Posted By kshive
It's a Google Earth file. Just install Google...

It's a Google Earth file. Just install Google Earth on your comp and double click the file.
Forum: Beasts 08-22-2009, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 631
Posted By kshive
The common ground should go back to the battery. ...

The common ground should go back to the battery. The chassis for the DL is NOT the common ground even though it works. You could run into issues if you use the chassis as a common ground and quick...
Forum: Americas 08-21-2009, 11:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 903
Posted By kshive
personally I would say a DL650 cuz you get the...

personally I would say a DL650 cuz you get the best of both worlds in an almost no vibration V-Twin that's comfortable and proven reliable. You'll also at LEAST have a chance keeping up with your...
Forum: Beasts 08-21-2009, 11:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 631
Posted By kshive
Ya, I'd do the same thing. My DL650 had the same...

Ya, I'd do the same thing. My DL650 had the same problem right after I washed it. For some reason the connector shorted out and I gave it a few good blows and it was back working again. Only...
Forum: Beasts 08-21-2009, 11:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,687
Posted By kshive
I've owned both bikes and I think it depends on...

I've owned both bikes and I think it depends on what you're planning on doing. The 650 is incredible solo or 2up and is very versatile. The only reason I got a 1K is because I'm riding with others...
Forum: Beasts 08-21-2009, 11:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,668
Posted By kshive
I was in Switzerland about a month ago and I got...

I was in Switzerland about a month ago and I got to take one around the block. Rides real smooth and sorta felt like my DL1000 but I was leaned forward a bit more. It was definitely heavy to put up...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 08-21-2009, 10:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,146
Posted By kshive
+1 been there! Good food!

+1 been there! Good food!
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 08-21-2009, 11:12 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,522
Posted By kshive
Shouldn't the center stand lift the *BACK* tire?!?

Shouldn't the center stand lift the *BACK* tire?!?
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 08-21-2009, 09:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,146
Posted By kshive
According to the KML file you're headed into...

According to the KML file you're headed into Mammoth Lakes, CA. When do you think you'll be there? I'm taking my own trip leaving 8/31 and coming back on 9/17. You're welcomed to stay with me if...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 08-21-2009, 09:22 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,522
Posted By kshive
+1 I'm an avid backpacker and a headlamp is...

+1

I'm an avid backpacker and a headlamp is one of the most important items to bring!
Forum: Beasts 08-20-2009, 02:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 580
Posted By kshive
That's actually exactly what I got. Bought two...

That's actually exactly what I got. Bought two sets of them...
Forum: Americas 08-20-2009, 11:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 525
Posted By kshive
If you're in CA, check this out - ...

If you're in CA, check this out -

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=491237

Post #2 is a route I did that's super fun if you like sport touring.
Forum: Americas 08-20-2009, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 589
Posted By kshive
+1 unless you know all the CHP officers.. :)

+1

unless you know all the CHP officers.. :)
Forum: Beasts 08-20-2009, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2,080
Views: 340,300
Posted By kshive
Ya I understand all that. I'm not really...

Ya I understand all that. I'm not really complaining about them. I'm purely trying to give facts so ppl can come up with their own decisions when it comes to getting this tire. Your comment is...
Forum: Beasts 08-20-2009, 11:45 AM
Replies: 2,080
Views: 340,300
Posted By kshive
i actually have 35F/40R on my DL650 when on all...

i actually have 35F/40R on my DL650 when on all pavement. I've been experimenting with different pressures and it's the sweet spot for me...
Forum: Beasts 08-20-2009, 10:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 580
Posted By kshive
Hmmm.... GTK, I'm changing air filter and plug...

Hmmm.... GTK, I'm changing air filter and plug out this weekend so I'll let you know what happens. Air and plugs are stock so hopefully that's the issue...
Forum: Americas 08-20-2009, 09:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 376
Posted By kshive
just be careful at night in the four corners...

just be careful at night in the four corners area. There's lotsa deer in the area and usually bike vs deer ain't pretty.

I'll get slammed on this but I'm going to suggest it anyway. It's all...
Forum: Americas 08-20-2009, 08:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 435
Posted By kshive
Just make sure if you're doing inside storage...

Just make sure if you're doing inside storage that the place allows motor vehicles. All storage facilities have fire insurance but some have a stipulation on storing motor vehicles so their...
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