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Forum: Airheads 02-13-2013, 01:29 AM
Replies: 744
Views: 77,842
Posted By Lesser
One Blue Sheep and one Black Sheep

One more ST reporting for duty, although I'll have to get back with the VIN as it's currently holed up in winter storage.

I have an '83 blue ST, 3rd owner, 46xxx on the clock. Was in Wisconsin...
Forum: Airheads 02-06-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,902
Posted By Lesser
Thanks Blaine. It's an S with the long stalks....

Thanks Blaine. It's an S with the long stalks. Sheeet...
Forum: Airheads 02-06-2013, 11:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,902
Posted By Lesser
reference pics

Found a halfway decent photo on the back of the Ian Faloon r90s book for future reference. Just need to make sure the edge of the bracket lines up with the top-plate of the triple tree and the arms...
Forum: Airheads 02-06-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,902
Posted By Lesser
Tips for wrestling an S fairing into place?

Found this thread looking for a pic on orientation of the under-cap brackets, but figured that part out.

Next question -- anyone have tips for getting the fairing (with grommets) onto the two...
Forum: Vendors 12-23-2012, 01:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,540
Posted By Lesser
Thanks for all the support so far and see y'all next year!

Thanks @Jackpot Duc and @GHO100 and everyone who stopped by since we opened the doors at the end of September! The shop got off to a great start this fall, the website should be up by early 2013 and...
Forum: Airheads 12-07-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,012
Posted By Lesser
Waiting for the title and VIN info. Owner works...

Waiting for the title and VIN info. Owner works at a dealer and says he just ran the vin to find out it was a PD number with a BMW service record of the driveshaft getting replaced at 35k.

I know...
Forum: Airheads 12-07-2012, 02:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,012
Posted By Lesser
We have a ripple. Seems the VIN number says the...

We have a ripple. Seems the VIN number says the bike is a PD. Seeing as its now dressed in the full Bumblebee, it's obviously been messed with.

Did they ever make a bumblebee PD?

A BMW service...
Forum: Airheads 12-06-2012, 08:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,012
Posted By Lesser
Alas, money is a consideration. Don't let the...

Alas, money is a consideration. Don't let the bounty of beat up bikes listed in the signature line fool you!

Okay the ST is nice. Bone stock, but a hoot all the same. The r65 was a project bike...
Forum: Airheads 12-05-2012, 04:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,012
Posted By Lesser
The bike I'm looking at has sub 15k miles. But...

The bike I'm looking at has sub 15k miles. But yeah, a re-buildable shaft pre any international adventures seems well advised.

The conversion seems maybe a bit too involved. I would rather risk...
Forum: Airheads 12-05-2012, 11:15 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,012
Posted By Lesser
Thanks for the feedback all. And Box'a'bits...

Thanks for the feedback all.

And Box'a'bits (http://advrider.com/forums/member.php?u=106959) those previous thread links were super helpful. Thanks. I didn't meant to post a question that's...
Forum: Airheads 12-04-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,012
Posted By Lesser
Buying advice: Paralever or Monolever (GS)?

Looking for any gutshot survey data I can get to help swing a decision on a 91 r100GS for sale.

Here's the backstory: I want a GS. Always wanted a GS. Picked up an 83 r80ST last spring because I...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 11-30-2012, 05:28 PM
Replies: 17,449
Views: 1,108,937
Posted By Lesser
REV'IT! Sample Sale @ Union Garage

Don't want to hijack but thought this would be relevant to this thread:

REV'IT! sample sale is happening next weekend - 12/8/12, 10AM to 4PM

Killer deals on closeout gear and warranty-return...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 11-30-2012, 05:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 482
Posted By Lesser
Second that motion. Keyboard is Pro. My local...

Second that motion. Keyboard is Pro. My local shop only uses them.

I used UShip once. They got the bike there but it was a couple of hillbillies and it was not smooth.
Forum: Vendors 11-30-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 417
Posted By Lesser
REV'IT! Sample Sale 12/8/12 @Union Garage, Brooklyn NY

The REV’IT! Sample Sale is Happening Saturday, Dec 8 @ Union Garage.

Doors Open at 10AM. Coffee and bagels on us.

Free raffle and chance to win a Bell Custom 500 Helmet, REV'IT! Winter Gloves...
Forum: Vendors 11-23-2012, 09:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,540
Posted By Lesser
Thanks Jeffery -- If only it were always that...

Thanks Jeffery -- If only it were always that busy!

I'll have to check out the EAR one of these Tuesdays coming up. Swing back by any time and as I mentioned we're happy to extend a 10% discount...
Forum: Vendors 11-04-2012, 08:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,540
Posted By Lesser
Thanks for all the good feedback! ...

Thanks for all the good feedback!



Yes, we're looking forward to the online store and full website too. Once we get the shopping cart function working I'll make sure we have an ADV rider promo...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 11-03-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 356
Posted By Lesser
New Gear Shop in NYC

Full disclosure, this is somewhat shameless self-promotion, but also hopefully somewhat public service because there aren't many solid options for motorcycle gear within the five boroughs of New...
Forum: Vendors 11-03-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,540
Posted By Lesser
Union Garage NYC: New Motorcycle Gear Outfitter in Brooklyn

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-- New Motorcycle Gear Outfitter in Brooklyn --

Union Garage (http://www.UnionGarageNYC.com) is now open for business, providing quality motorcycle gear to NYC-metro area riders and...
Forum: Airheads 10-27-2012, 08:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By Lesser
Eh? BTW I haven't been locking it. Locks on its own.

BTW I haven't been locking it. Locks on its own.
Forum: Airheads 10-27-2012, 04:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By Lesser
I know I always thought the locking gascap was a...

I know I always thought the locking gascap was a bit overthought anyway.

Thanks for the pic and tips.

And thanks to everyone who chimed in.

After Frankenstorm passes I'll dig into it see...
Forum: Airheads 10-27-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By Lesser
Excellent link - thanks Joe.

Excellent link - thanks Joe.
Forum: Airheads 10-26-2012, 09:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 832
Posted By Lesser
Stuck gas cap on R80ST - /6, /7 style airhead

Anyone have a trick for un-sticking a stuck gas cap *without* drilling it out and/or inserting a screw?

The cap on my r80st sometimes sticks even though I don't lock it. The lock doesn't work even...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-15-2012, 08:48 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 14,040
Posted By Lesser
I'd like to catch the next one of these but this...

I'd like to catch the next one of these but this one isn't happening for me. Enjoy the ride y'all --
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-14-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 14,040
Posted By Lesser
Moonshine. Brilliant! This is what, a three...

Moonshine. Brilliant!

This is what, a three hour tour? Any route info I'm all ears. If I can get my bald front tire replaced I'll try to make it for 2am tacos.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-14-2012, 09:22 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 14,040
Posted By Lesser
Thinking about it

This sounds like fun. What's the route?

And is this a rain-or-shine ride? Monday looks wet, Tues looks clear.
Forum: Equipment 10-04-2012, 05:37 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,024
Posted By Lesser
What he said...

Gore Windstopper is the best thing going.

REVIT has a few options. They're not cheap, but you get what you pay for.

The $200 Samurai jacket is worth checking out. And it seems crazy at only...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-30-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 17,449
Views: 1,108,937
Posted By Lesser
A Case For Plate Pullers

<style type="text/css"> <!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } A:link { so-language: zxx } --> </style> Besides LocTite and Velcro, another, cleaner solution is a Plate...
Forum: Airheads 03-22-2012, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 778
Posted By Lesser
Missed Out

Thanks for all the feedback. Everything I found out from the PO was looking good and I was ready to make an offer but someone beat me with a cash deposit by about 6 hours.

I'm back in the market...
Forum: Airheads 03-18-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 778
Posted By Lesser
Question 92 R100GS Prospectus

Hello, Brain Trust:

Long time lurker here who's been looking for a late 80s/early 90s GS. I have a line on a 92 R100 that has high-ish miles north of 70, but seems well tended to.

Within last...
Forum: Airheads 09-20-2010, 04:49 PM
Replies: 628
Views: 77,557
Posted By Lesser
Hi-Ho, Silver! Away! Yeah, looking far more...

Hi-Ho, Silver! Away!

Yeah, looking far more respectable now.

What is that in the background, "the Caddy that Zigs"?
Forum: Airheads 09-20-2010, 08:54 AM
Replies: 628
Views: 77,557
Posted By Lesser
Badass

Looking Good Blaine. She's gonna be a beast with dual-sport tires when you get to that point. Keep it up!
Forum: Airheads 07-13-2010, 08:08 PM
Replies: 628
Views: 77,557
Posted By Lesser
Looking Good

Great thread. I've wanted to restore an R90s for a while now. Looks like you're doing it right.

I see you had the tranny open, what all did you do to it besides replacing that rear main seal?
...
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