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Forum: Road warriors 05-14-2013, 03:23 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 13,759
Posted By Podman
Is honda finally starting to wake up:clap

Is honda finally starting to wake up:clap
Forum: Road warriors 04-12-2013, 02:30 PM
Replies: 645
Views: 52,500
Posted By Podman
I just want a CTX with that VFR V4 and DCT:rofl...

I just want a CTX with that VFR V4 and DCT:rofl That would not make any sense for Honda:evil
Forum: Road warriors 04-03-2013, 04:00 AM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,496
Posted By Podman
Thomas Enjoyed your Moto site :clap ...

Thomas

Enjoyed your Moto site :clap

Mike Perez
Forum: Beasts 03-23-2013, 07:52 AM
Replies: 17,889
Views: 3,069,454
Posted By Podman
:huh Interesting cause I rode the new GS for...

:huh Interesting cause I rode the new GS for about the same time and sorry but the S10 beats it hands down. Ok it is quicker, has cruise and lighter but it stops there. It would be nice if the S10...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-22-2013, 03:31 AM
Replies: 9,087
Views: 1,378,492
Posted By Podman
Test rode a LC GS and that kickstand extension is...

Test rode a LC GS and that kickstand extension is a pain. My boot kept hitting it when sliding the front of my boot under the shifter. Gear indicator should be a digital speedo. The digital number is...
Forum: Beasts 03-11-2013, 05:25 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,216
Posted By Podman
Hey Roger I have a KTM990SMT and a S10. The...

Hey Roger

I have a KTM990SMT and a S10. The KTM is more nimble (tight U-turns etc) and easier to handle for me (61y/o,5'8",158lb). The Tenere is very comfortable and well balanced. I have done...
Forum: Road warriors 03-03-2013, 04:40 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 144,511
Posted By Podman
How did you get all the sheep to pose for the...

How did you get all the sheep to pose for the picture:clap
Forum: Road warriors 02-22-2013, 02:39 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 30,365
Posted By Podman
Any thoughts on the Hyperstrada vs 990SMT:freaky...

Any thoughts on the Hyperstrada vs 990SMT:freaky Can't seem to fing much out there yet.
Forum: Road warriors 02-20-2013, 04:00 AM
Replies: 645
Views: 52,500
Posted By Podman
:rofl Try riding back from burlington, Vt to...

:rofl

Try riding back from burlington, Vt to columbus, Oh - 1 on a RC51; 1 on a VFR - never got above 50 - rained 95% of the time:wink: KTM is a bit more comfortable now at 61. I think these bikes...
Forum: Road warriors 02-19-2013, 04:13 AM
Replies: 645
Views: 52,500
Posted By Podman
:clap:clap:clap Absolutely theeeeee best post of...

:clap:clap:clap Absolutely theeeeee best post of this whole thread.:freaky Everyone should read that line first thing in the morning and if it does not put a smile on your face - go back to bed.
Forum: Beasts 02-15-2013, 03:32 AM
Replies: 1,867
Views: 419,891
Posted By Podman
Man I wish Honda would bring the crosstourer to...

Man I wish Honda would bring the crosstourer to the US. Guess I will have to settle for my KTM990SMT in the meantime. Maybe I will just pick up a F6B as am alternative.:rofl I can always wait for the...
Forum: Road warriors 02-08-2013, 02:58 AM
Replies: 645
Views: 52,500
Posted By Podman
http://www.honda.com/newsandviews/article.aspx?g=c...

http://www.honda.com/newsandviews/article.aspx?g=company-news&id=7092-en

We have the new CTX series I think you can forget the St1300 replacement
Forum: Beasts 02-08-2013, 02:36 AM
Replies: 1,867
Views: 419,891
Posted By Podman
Ctx700 ...

Ctx700
http://www.honda.com/newsandviews/article.aspx?g=company-news&id=7092-en
Forum: Beasts 02-06-2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1,867
Views: 419,891
Posted By Podman
2 more days!!:wink::freaky

2 more days!!:wink::freaky
Forum: Beasts 01-30-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1,867
Views: 419,891
Posted By Podman
Ok you got my attention. Now I just wait:freaky

Ok you got my attention. Now I just wait:freaky
Forum: Beasts 01-30-2013, 03:48 AM
Replies: 1,867
Views: 419,891
Posted By Podman
http://world.honda.com/news/2013/motorcycle.html ...

http://world.honda.com/news/2013/motorcycle.html

it's blank
Forum: Beasts 01-30-2013, 03:42 AM
Replies: 1,867
Views: 419,891
Posted By Podman
So what's the secret here. Where is this info...

So what's the secret here. Where is this info coming from? Everyone I have talked to saids "clueless" they have not heard a thing. Why Feb 8th? Why nothing leaked yet? You would think at this point...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-28-2013, 04:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 686
Posted By Podman
What to do = Ride it What not to do = Not ride...

What to do = Ride it
What not to do = Not ride it

The bike is stellar right out of the box

The KTM heated Grips are nice
Wings Exhaust = V twin sweet sound
KTM Large Bags if you tour on it
...
Forum: Road warriors 01-26-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 144,511
Posted By Podman
http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-top-10s/your-t...

http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-top-10s/your-top-10-adventure-sport-bikes/22093.html

Guess who made #2 :clap:clap:clap
Forum: Road warriors 11-27-2012, 03:24 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,463
Posted By Podman
Have both a SD and a SMT. SD for around town and...

Have both a SD and a SMT. SD for around town and shorter trips the SMT for everything else plus what the SD can do. Why both? Ride a SD and you will have your answer.:1drink
Forum: Road warriors 11-22-2012, 05:10 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 23,896
Posted By Podman
The first of a new series of large-sized models...

The first of a new series of large-sized models based on a new concept for both daily commuting & weekend touring will go on sale next year on a global basis, beginning from North America. Key...
Forum: Road warriors 11-20-2012, 05:22 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 23,896
Posted By Podman
As crazy as I am about the Wings, like others, I...

As crazy as I am about the Wings, like others, I think Honda made a grave mistake on the F6B by removing the cruise and not offer ABS on US models.

Have to agree -think it was pretty stupid on...
Forum: Road warriors 11-16-2012, 03:50 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 23,896
Posted By Podman
Really like the bike so far and was wondering...

Really like the bike so far and was wondering when Honda was finally going to do something like this. One of the things I cannot figure out is you can get H-D's with ABS so what is honda's reasoning...
Forum: Orange Crush 11-13-2012, 03:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,022
Posted By Podman
Wicked I have a ST and a KTM990SMT. End of Sept took a...

I have a ST and a KTM990SMT. End of Sept took a 2700 mile bike trip took the KTM:evil great fun. The ST is more comfortable, feels better balanced, shift/works/runs much better but the KTM has so...
Forum: Road warriors 11-11-2012, 01:38 PM
Replies: 289
Views: 40,624
Posted By Podman
Well I guess we will know in less then 12...

Well I guess we will know in less then 12 hours:rofl I don't expect to be surprised especially after seeing that teaser KTM SD.
Forum: Road warriors 11-10-2012, 11:25 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 144,511
Posted By Podman
Have had my wings NOS exhaust about 1 yr now. You...

Have had my wings NOS exhaust about 1 yr now. You will love them.:clap:clap
Forum: Orange Crush 11-07-2012, 01:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,022
Posted By Podman
Rode BMW's for 17-18 years. Last 16 months...

Rode BMW's for 17-18 years. Last 16 months ktm990smt. Fun bike. Month ago 2700 mile trip on it big grin factor. Maybe triumph 800 next time.:clap
Forum: Road warriors 10-31-2012, 01:39 PM
Replies: 3,610
Views: 543,444
Posted By Podman
Fjr800

Fjr800
Forum: Orange Crush 10-30-2012, 08:38 AM
Replies: 3,271
Views: 723,857
Posted By Podman
Yeah but releasing them in August! Let's see...

Yeah but releasing them in August! Let's see April= 0, May=0, June still zero, July=0, August - Oh too late bought something else.:evil:rofl
Forum: Road warriors 10-30-2012, 03:36 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 30,365
Posted By Podman
About $700 US for the service. Valves were in...

About $700 US for the service. Valves were in spec so no adjustment needed. You are right no fuel gauge just LLL = at 140 into it start looking for gas. Great bike and appears to be more stout then...
Forum: Orange Crush 10-19-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,594
Posted By Podman
SMT - you are not going to want to sell...

SMT - you are not going to want to sell it!!!!!!!! Only other bike I might consider after having this bike is the MTS. It is a stout bike and can take a beating.
Forum: Road warriors 10-19-2012, 09:03 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 30,365
Posted By Podman
Ok any updates on this thread. I still have my...

Ok any updates on this thread. I still have my smt and just clicked the 10,000 mile mark. The 2013 mts looks tempting and it seems Ducati has been listening.
Forum: Beasts 10-18-2012, 02:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,537
Posted By Podman
WOW would I love a bike like that.:clap Just...

WOW would I love a bike like that.:clap
Just Turned 10,000 on my "11" SMT
Forum: Road warriors 10-17-2012, 10:10 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 144,511
Posted By Podman
It's not so much handlebar but side mirror...

It's not so much handlebar but side mirror vibration. Kept it in 5th gear a lot which kept the rpms high enough to keep the mirror completely clear. 16 T sprocket would probably help that but for now...
Forum: Road warriors 10-17-2012, 04:07 AM
Replies: 581
Views: 144,511
Posted By Podman
Just got back from a 7 day 2700 mile trip :clap...

Just got back from a 7 day 2700 mile trip :clap and the bike is a winner. No issues, comfortable, handles well, no windshield problems, never missed a beat. Had the the bike a little over a year and...
Forum: Road warriors 10-16-2012, 03:25 AM
Replies: 291
Views: 38,904
Posted By Podman
Easily!! $20 + The revised FJR looks like a real...

Easily!! $20 + The revised FJR looks like a real bargain for what you get. :clap
Forum: Road warriors 10-08-2012, 05:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,152
Posted By Podman
+1 for the smt. I have owned both and have ridden...

+1 for the smt. I have owned both and have ridden them about the same amount of miles. Presently still have the smt and see no reason to change. I don't know how you could hate this bike. I have just...
Forum: Orange Crush 10-06-2012, 06:20 AM
Replies: 3,271
Views: 723,857
Posted By Podman
I have a ST and a KTM990smt. ST has 8500 miles on...

I have a ST and a KTM990smt. ST has 8500 miles on it and the smt has 9800 miles on it. I just got back from a 7 day 2700 mile road trip on the KTM. In a word the bike is brilliant. It is a very...
Forum: Orange Crush 10-03-2012, 03:29 AM
Replies: 3,271
Views: 723,857
Posted By Podman
I don't know I put 10,000 on my smt over the last...

I don't know I put 10,000 on my smt over the last year and it's still pretty exclusive to me. It does seem that KTM took the adv and the smt and tried to blend the two together in making the new adv....
Forum: Road warriors 09-16-2012, 04:51 AM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,496
Posted By Podman
You are so right! If honda made a VFR tourer...

You are so right! If honda made a VFR tourer 800-1000cc would buy it in a heartbeat. Hopefully new DL1000 will fit the bill but for now KTM990SMT is about as close as I can get to it.
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