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Forum: Racing 05-18-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,549
Posted By mikeysduck
I got a faster connection this year. I'm...

I got a faster connection this year. I'm streaming in HD. yes!

I just learned the second motos will be streaming live. Any one know when the second motos start? Soon or are there powder puff and...
Forum: Trials 05-08-2013, 08:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 340
Posted By mikeysduck
No doubt a Montesa dealer could find the parts...

No doubt a Montesa dealer could find the parts you need.

Last I knew Storz Performance was selling Grimeca parts. The parts are not rare, I have Grimeca on my Norton. I was recently assured parts...
Forum: Thumpers 05-07-2013, 05:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 588
Posted By mikeysduck
Factory Street Legal Yamaha WR450 Get One

Maybe I should have titled this do you want a factory built street legal Yamaha WR450? Now is a great time to do something about it.

Send your written request this address:

Yamaha Motor...
Forum: Thumpers 04-18-2013, 01:38 PM
Replies: 35,643
Views: 6,066,910
Posted By mikeysduck
+1 Seat Concepts

+1 Seat Concepts
Forum: Trials 04-13-2013, 02:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,084
Posted By mikeysduck
Congratulations. Very good work. I'm in Ca...

Congratulations. Very good work.

I'm in Ca looking for a trials ride too.

What state is it from?
Did the owner have a title, or just a bill of sale?
What year is it?
What's the 8th character...
Forum: Trials 04-12-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 14,251
Posted By mikeysduck
Thanks for the update. I can do better, for a few...

Thanks for the update. I can do better, for a few bucks more.
I would really like the 2007 Beta Rev3 250, in Oklahoma, in the "Trials Specific Flea Market" thread. I don't believe it can be...
Forum: Trials 04-12-2013, 09:11 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 14,251
Posted By mikeysduck
Is this a good way to start trials for 1K? ...

Is this a good way to start trials for 1K?

http://images.craigslist.org/3Ka3L13J25N95G95Ebd45d940d274843210db.jpg
Forum: Trials 04-08-2013, 08:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 31,778
Posted By mikeysduck
WTB Calif Trials bike

Total beginner looking for a bike. I'm not in a rush. If the right bike shows up, I am ready. I think I want a Beta 250, no older than 2001, Ideal would be 2006 or newer. Open to other makes. I...
Forum: Road warriors 02-15-2013, 07:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,623
Posted By mikeysduck
My XR1200 is a "fun" bike. Not the lightest on...

My XR1200 is a "fun" bike. Not the lightest on its feet. I think it's made to roll around the back roads. It just feels good. Freeway no problem. It's not my first choice to chase around canyon...
Forum: Road warriors 02-11-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 2,426
Views: 395,965
Posted By mikeysduck
<a href="http://tinypic.com?ref=6yzipk"...

<a href="http://tinypic.com?ref=6yzipk" target="_blank"><img src="http://i48.tinypic.com/6yzipk.jpg" border="0" alt="Image and video hosting by TinyPic"></a>

I Can't get the damed picture to turn...
Forum: Road warriors 02-10-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 2,426
Views: 395,965
Posted By mikeysduck
Anyone have the '13 with the stock heated grips ...

Anyone have the '13 with the stock heated grips
able to compare with aftermarket ones the previously used
on an earlier model? I'm curious if its easy or worth it to buy
the '13 grips to...
Forum: Thumpers 01-31-2013, 07:59 PM
Replies: 4,780
Views: 707,120
Posted By mikeysduck
More dust leaks! Thanks for the heads up. The...

More dust leaks! Thanks for the heads up.
The bike is mostly apart waiting for suspension parts to be returned. I'm almost finished with DESERT SCORPION'S air box mod. I need to make the thumb...
Forum: Thumpers 01-26-2013, 06:40 AM
Replies: 4,780
Views: 707,120
Posted By mikeysduck
Air Filter Hiflo?

Can anyone comment on Hiflo air filters for the X bikes? I pulled the air box covers, on my new to me X Challenge, a new looking stock paper filter. Great! Not really. I removed the filter and...
Forum: Thumpers 01-13-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 5,348
Views: 980,840
Posted By mikeysduck
Your Seat height?

What is your seat height with a stock seat?

I want to lower the bike 2 inches to swing my stubby legs over. I'm going to need a shock too.

I'm sending my new Shivers / forks from a Husky out...
Forum: Thumpers 12-18-2012, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4,780
Views: 707,120
Posted By mikeysduck
Just over a week ago I picked up ABS X-C with...

Just over a week ago I picked up ABS X-C with 1,300 Miles. I took it out and got some mud on it. When I washed it I saw where the water fills and settles in the lower shock bolt tunnel. A bit of fear...
Forum: Thumpers 12-18-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 4,780
Views: 707,120
Posted By mikeysduck
I don't know the washer size. I bought a KTM nut...

I don't know the washer size. I bought a KTM nut and turned it this past weekend. My $16 Harbor Frt caliper reads 1.185 in, or 30.1mm, for the finished part. I have not fit the nut to the axle yet. I...
Forum: Thumpers 12-09-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 561
Views: 69,059
Posted By mikeysduck
Alpi , That's one of the eBay contact's I'm...

Alpi , That's one of the eBay contact's I'm waiting to hear back from. Go figure. Either they don't know how to measure it, or business is so good they don't need us.

It appears the TT ABS kit is...
Forum: Thumpers 12-08-2012, 07:02 PM
Replies: 561
Views: 69,059
Posted By mikeysduck
Priority Real Suspension

Had an X-C, sold it, and just bought another one yesterday. I rode it some 65 miles today. The majority of the ride was chop, rocks, and wash outs on the trail. Now I remember why I sold the bike....
Forum: The Garage 11-19-2012, 11:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,487
Posted By mikeysduck
I purchased a Shorai yesterday. It was only a $45...

I purchased a Shorai yesterday. It was only a $45 difference, compared to the Yuasa, at the dealer. I put it in my FJR this morning. The FJR tends to sit, the draw of the clock may be an issue. Time...
Forum: Thumpers 11-19-2012, 08:10 AM
Replies: 384
Views: 56,886
Posted By mikeysduck
2011 vs. 2013

2011 vs. 2013 I was pondering the same question.
I thought the 2012 had significant motor updates.
Forum: The Garage 11-18-2012, 09:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,487
Posted By mikeysduck
? Lithium Battery Long Term Report ?

Can anyone report on the longevity of lithium moto batteries? How do they hold up after two, three, or more years? Any early adopters with war stories? I'm aware of the advantages of low weight,...
Forum: Thumpers 11-13-2012, 01:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,964
Posted By mikeysduck
The 230 and 225 are fun enough. I think you will...

The 230 and 225 are fun enough. I think you will really like them the first day you ride them. The issue is once you get your riding legs back under you, these bikes are way under suspended and under...
Forum: Thumpers 10-31-2012, 10:24 AM
Replies: 35,643
Views: 6,066,910
Posted By mikeysduck
Athena 290 Question

Has anyone installed a 290 cc kit and had the crank balanced? Seems to me this would require adding weight to the crank to off set the heavier piston.

I got to ride a 290 cc kitted bike. It was...
Forum: Thumpers 05-24-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 56,886
Posted By mikeysduck
What's different in 2012 motor? I read there is a...

What's different in 2012 motor? I read there is a new motor for 2012, but I don't know what changed, I haven't seen any issues reported with the 2011 motors... Anyone?
Forum: Racing 05-15-2012, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,020
Posted By mikeysduck
Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Racing 05-15-2012, 02:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,020
Posted By mikeysduck
Live Stream AMA Motocross Where?

Where can we live stream 2012 AMA motocross? I don't get FUEL but I do get the NBCSN. Where is Speed TV when you need them? Where do you go when you need the full Moto fix? Alli Sports carried the...
Forum: Road warriors 04-17-2012, 09:39 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 14,396
Posted By mikeysduck
Near as I can tell, buying a first year BMW is a...

Near as I can tell, buying a first year BMW is a real leap of faith. I think the 2012 RT is well sorted out. I would be fine with a 2010 or 2011 model. I really like the valve adjust procedure on...
Forum: Road warriors 04-16-2012, 10:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 14,396
Posted By mikeysduck
Got an update on the owner experience? I'm...

Got an update on the owner experience? I'm thinking about an RT. I plan to head out to a local BMW dealer this week for a test ride.

I bought a beautiful 2008 Goldwing ABS this past January. I...
Forum: Thumpers 01-30-2012, 07:10 AM
Replies: 35,643
Views: 6,066,910
Posted By mikeysduck
So Cal DEZ

Where did two old farts go Sunday? A couple photos to fuel your need for all things Moto.

http://hotimg23.fotki.com/a/66_74/95_196/IMG_0002.jpg...
Forum: Thumpers 01-28-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 35,643
Views: 6,066,910
Posted By mikeysduck
California bikes / Skid Plate / Smog

Please confirm or deny. California bikes need to pull off the emissions, carbon canister, to add a skid plate?
Anyone know when Cali wants to start bike smog / exhaust inspections?
Forum: Upcoming 12-01-2011, 06:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,695
Posted By mikeysduck
A good woman is hard to find... I got one too!

A good woman is hard to find... I got one too!
Forum: Day Trippin' 11-28-2011, 08:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 980
Posted By mikeysduck
Nice report. I'm going to look up some of these...

Nice report. I'm going to look up some of these spots on google. I'm close enough to find them.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 11-28-2011, 06:22 PM
Replies: 686
Views: 44,790
Posted By mikeysduck
This is all inspirational. Time to loose some...

This is all inspirational. Time to loose some gut, and start planning for next year.
Forum: Thumpers 11-03-2011, 08:12 PM
Replies: 35,643
Views: 6,066,910
Posted By mikeysduck
Mine is a 2008 Ca. bike and it looks like the one...

Mine is a 2008 Ca. bike and it looks like the one on the right. It's stock except for the full set of non DOT knobbies.

THIS BIKE ROCKS! The more I ride it the better I like it. Off road. It...
Forum: Road warriors 10-23-2011, 03:51 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 15,735
Posted By mikeysduck
To many to count, over 80 total. Feb 1972,...

To many to count, over 80 total.

Feb 1972, first ride a well used 1966 Bridgestone 90. A two stroke with oil injection, aluminum cylinder with a chrome bore. Hey it was high tech back in the...
Forum: Old's Cool 10-22-2011, 06:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,565
Posted By mikeysduck
I started my previously inert Passport 70, and...

I started my previously inert Passport 70, and found petcock was leaking. Not being in any great hurry, I dropped the riveted petcock in a cup full of used ATF out of my Toyota. It sat there for at...
Forum: Old's Cool 10-04-2011, 03:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,910
Posted By mikeysduck
The original question about rubberized nuts, or...

The original question about rubberized nuts, or "well-nuts" Last time I purchased these from the dealer I was in awe how inexpensive there were. I bought a whole bag full, five or eight, as...
Forum: Road warriors 09-15-2011, 04:03 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,205
Posted By mikeysduck
I like my 06 FJR just fine, but the Guzzi's call...

I like my 06 FJR just fine, but the Guzzi's call to me. Nice ride.
Forum: Ride reports 06-08-2011, 07:15 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 25,086
Posted By mikeysduck
Two guys that don't know what to do with all...

Two guys that don't know what to do with all their extra time. I like it! I'm looking forward to the ride updates.
Forum: Racing 05-28-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 1,061
Views: 78,179
Posted By mikeysduck
Anyone privy to what happened to Dungy's bike, in...

Anyone privy to what happened to Dungy's bike, in todays Texas second moto? How about Windham's, in the first moto?
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