Forum: The Garage
07-06-2012, 09:22 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 764
Truck
For your purposes, you might consider staying away from the mid sized trucks and consider the full size variety instead. In that category:
TUNDRA - hands down.
Comparably equipped, Chevy,...
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Forum: The Garage
07-06-2012, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,592
Epoxy on Garage Floor
Bought a 6 year old house with garage floor slight used, some oil spots, etc. Preparation is the key. Used a pressure washer to get all the stuff off that could be gotten off then let it dry for a...
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Forum: The Garage
07-03-2012, 11:12 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,252
Motorcycle Lift Advice Please
I'm presently on the quest for a motorcycle lift for the garage. Will only be used to service BMW's and Ducati's - no long cruisers and was looking for advice. Valve adjustments, plug changes, oil...
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Forum: Beasts
04-05-2012, 03:00 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,298
F 650 vs G 650
Have had both and both are good, but alloy wheels are something you don't want to take too deep off road. If most of your riding will be off road, go with the F800GS which is better suited to this...
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Forum: Beasts
02-18-2012, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 5,083
Views: 925,169
Sold GS for Multistrada
Sold my 2007 GS in May of 2011, it did have it's share of issues and 1 that left me standed, but that is not why I sold it. Rather, space and weight were the issue - too wide and too heavy for my...
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Forum: Beasts
02-09-2012, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 5,083
Views: 925,169
Multi 1200...rear brake pedal help
All,
New to the MS1200 after coming off a 12GS and am very pleased with the bike so far.
One problem that I am having with the bike is the size of the "pad" on the rear brake pedal being...
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Forum: Beasts
02-08-2012, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,013
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Forum: Beasts
02-08-2012, 01:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,013
Ducati MS 1200..Help Please
Just brought home a Ducati MS 1200 and find that the rear brake pedal is just to darn small and too close to the cases for my big feet. Don't wear the boy toy racer boots, so maybe this is my...
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-17-2012, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 998
1200GS Questions......Help Please
Just sold my 2007 1200GS and will have to that it was one of the better motorcycles that I have owned over the years, with one exception. An extremely high first gear. Did not have nay ooompf off...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
10-30-2011, 07:07 AM
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Replies: 159
Views: 18,444
Cracked Fuel Tank
On the 3td tank on wife's 2009 F650/800 Twin due to cracking. Bike has a total of 1,500 easy miles. Use only Chevron gas, no off road use.
First one was really, really bad and replaced under...
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Forum: Vendors
10-04-2011, 08:10 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 440
Rugged Roads..UK..Thumbs Up
All,
I first need to say that I am not affilited with this company in any way, just a satisfied customer who wants to let the collective know of my experience with Rugged Roads out of the UK.
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Forum: Road warriors
09-28-2011, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,029
2012 990 Supermoto T---???
New to the KTM scene and I am seriously considering a SMT, new or nice used one, depends.
Would really appreciate any and all help that you might be willing to share.
First question, will...
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Forum: Equipment
09-22-2011, 04:27 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,661
Toy Hauler
If you want the best, look at a Newmar Canyon Star 3920 Class A motorhome. Load the 2 bikes, the dogs and the old lady in the thing and take off. Can even tow a small car behing if you think it...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
09-21-2011, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 119
Views: 15,407
Side Kicker Side Stand
This is a very viable solution to this excessive lean issue - loaded or not but especially on uneven ground.
I've been waiting and waiting for these guys to bring something to market.
In...
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Forum: Vendors
09-12-2011, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 436
Views: 58,258
Fuel Controller
What's the verdict from the guys who have installed them?
Good, bad, indifferent?
Inquiring minds want to know.
Bugley
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Forum: Vendors
09-12-2011, 04:11 AM
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Replies: 436
Views: 58,258
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Forum: Vendors
09-11-2011, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 436
Views: 58,258
Fuel Controller
OK guys, serveral have been bought, serveral shipped so some must have been installed.
What are your impressions? Good, bad, or indifferent.
Inquiring minds want to know.
Bugley
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Forum: Parallel Universe
09-11-2011, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Synthetic Oil - When???
When would it be safe to change over to synthetic oil in an F800GS?
Would you recommend changing over or stick to Dino?
Live in Texas and it's pretty darn hot down here - and still is?
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Forum: Equipment
08-30-2011, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 814
Wheel Chocks
Went through the same search when looking for wheel chocks for the back of the toy hauler.
Went with the CONDOR because they do everything a Baxley will do, are a bit less expensive to buy and...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
08-29-2011, 04:37 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 5,858
Seat Concepts
Like this idea very much but don't like that big ass seam righ under your leg.
Is this something felt when riding or only when you put your legs down to stop, etc.???
Can you get different...
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Forum: Equipment
08-22-2011, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,768
Try one of these
In the same situation, went to this, Newmar Canyon Star 3920, Class A with garage for 2 bikes, queen size regular bed, plenty of AC, even one in garage. Life is good again. Thats an additional 2...
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Forum: Equipment
08-20-2011, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,842
Rear Rack
Like the German one best of all, but reluctant to pay by credit card to international locations.
Will probably go with the Altrider unit as it is the most likely candidate so far.
If anyone...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
08-17-2011, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,157
Multi
Congrats on the new purchase. What model did you get? Sport, Touring, Base, Pikes Peak?
Tell us more. I'm on the fence right now, traveling this week, but will try to hunt down a Touring S to...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
08-11-2011, 04:37 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,184
Adjustable levers for F800GS
Did not go with the Wunderlich or Touratech levers.
Instead, went to Pazzo's. Direct replacement, outstanding quality, tough, and easy to install. Been on the wife's bike now for almost 2 years...
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Forum: Equipment
08-10-2011, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,407
Portable Gas Grill
I use a Weber Q-200 for the RV, does a nice job on steaks, relatively light, is compact, and the gas cannister can be stored in the unit while transporting. Paid about $190.00 for it but:
Weber...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
08-07-2011, 04:44 PM
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Replies: 119
Views: 17,850
Smog Cannister Removal
Probably a dumb question, but why did you put a filter on the line that goes to/from the tank?
Part # ??
Doesn't this line carry fumes and overflow raw gasonline from the tank?
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Forum: Equipment
08-07-2011, 05:42 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 2,386
Wide Boots
I too have 4EEEE feet and faced the same dilema.
Had a pair of Held's that I bought in Germany and vowed never to throw them away.
Found Sidi Canyons and they do just fine, very comfortable...
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Forum: Equipment
08-06-2011, 06:25 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,842
Help Finding Rear Cargo Rack for F800GS
Looking for a more "shaped" rear cargo rack for my F800GS. Not planning on invading Russia so don't want a big square place for a cargo rack. Would prefer something more shaped and follow the lines...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
08-05-2011, 11:37 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,355
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Forum: Parallel Universe
08-05-2011, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 60
Views: 10,347
Rear Rack
I am looking at a rear rack also, but don't really like or need a big square plate, as I really only plan on using this on an occassional basis - not planning on invading Russia, just strapping on...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
08-03-2011, 05:03 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,355
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Forum: Parallel Universe
07-31-2011, 04:55 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,355
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Forum: Parallel Universe
07-31-2011, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,355
Thanks ever so much for the reply. No offence...
Thanks ever so much for the reply. No offence taken.
Unfortunatley, it seems that I didn't do enough research prior to making this purchase. Had a need to fill and pulled the trigger way too...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
07-31-2011, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,157
Just bought a new 2011 F800GS, use it...
Just bought a new 2011 F800GS, use it predominately for the road and it sucks at that. Rode 2 up for a little while this weekend and didn't like that at all as this little extra weight just made all...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
07-31-2011, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,355
F800GS Rideability/Comfort Recommendations
Just got off a 07 R1200GS, liked it alot, but needed a narrower and lighter bike for several reasons, so replaced the R12 with the F800GS.
Knowing that there inherently major differences between...
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Forum: Vendors
07-24-2011, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 436
Views: 58,258
USA Controler
Didn't think SW La. was part of the US, don't you have a special passport that says "when traveling in foreign countries and can not commuincate with the local ladies, try communicating in braille"?...
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Forum: Parallel Universe
07-18-2011, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,955
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Forum: Hacks
11-25-2010, 05:29 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 980
The problem was my haste to think it was...
The problem was my haste to think it was something bigger than a fuse.
Searched and searched for fuses and the only one I found, which was good, was from the battery and disappeared into the...
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Forum: Hacks
11-22-2010, 04:34 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,002
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Forum: Airheads
11-20-2010, 05:43 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 672
Electrical help
Thanks everyone for the help.
Talked to Mike at MPH and he agreed to take on the project.
However, prior to brining it in, got an e-mail from Oak wanting me to try something, which I did,...
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