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Forum: Road warriors 03-17-2013, 06:48 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,149
Posted By squirrelnator
Honda ST1300

I have put 78,000 miles on my 2005 Honda ST1300 and it has not needed any repair except for the replacement of the thermostat early on. It has not even required a valve adjustment. Just tires, a...
Forum: Road warriors 02-20-2012, 12:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,021
Posted By squirrelnator
You are going to love it!:clap

You are going to love it!:clap
Forum: The Garage 12-30-2011, 08:42 PM
Replies: 476
Views: 75,119
Posted By squirrelnator
I have several of the non-electrical tools...

I have several of the non-electrical tools mentioned above as good and I agree. I also have the 8 gallon air compressor and it has been fantastic for several years. It runs small scale air tools...
Forum: Road warriors 12-26-2011, 09:05 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,201
Posted By squirrelnator
What he said ^^:D

What he said ^^:D
Forum: The Garage 12-26-2011, 06:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,588
Posted By squirrelnator
I have had great experiences with shaft drive on...

I have had great experiences with shaft drive on Honda ST1300 and Yamaha VStar1100. Like the others have said, I change the diff oil every other oil change and slap a dab of grease on the drive gear...
Forum: The Garage 12-26-2011, 06:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,042
Posted By squirrelnator
Honda ST1100 should be cheap, not too hard to...

Honda ST1100 should be cheap, not too hard to bring up to snuff and available.
Forum: Equipment 12-25-2011, 09:44 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,739
Posted By squirrelnator
Wife got me a set of tires for the ST1300, just...

Wife got me a set of tires for the ST1300, just the right size too.
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2011, 06:32 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 13,418
Posted By squirrelnator
It is more than just weight, A larger bike like...

It is more than just weight, A larger bike like a ST1300 ( I have one too) really gets you through the miles on the slab, is a great commuter for mid and long commutes and fantastic in foul weather....
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2011, 06:24 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 11,559
Posted By squirrelnator
i had a v-star 1100 for a few years and it was a...

i had a v-star 1100 for a few years and it was a good bike as far as cruisers go in my experience. The bike really was well put together, very reiliable but a pain in the ass to change the oil. I...
Forum: The Garage 10-04-2011, 06:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,940
Posted By squirrelnator
I agree. Airsoft work great in my bikes. :D

I agree. Airsoft work great in my bikes. :D
Forum: Road warriors 09-25-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,173
Posted By squirrelnator
I have put over 60,000 miles on my 2005 ST, no...

I have put over 60,000 miles on my 2005 ST, no top box and more than a few times in triple digit speeds. Never even a hint of a wobble.

Rather than a 2012 model I recommend a good used one. ...
Forum: The Garage 08-28-2011, 12:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,161
Posted By squirrelnator
Actually I do run ME880's and other hard compound...

Actually I do run ME880's and other hard compound tires but that is a good point. Roads with curves are few and far between in South Central Texas area - mostly long and strait with long distances...
Forum: The Garage 08-26-2011, 03:12 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,161
Posted By squirrelnator
Thumb I did not think of this as a dangerous process,...

I did not think of this as a dangerous process, but I guess for some it could be. If the owner feels that this is unsafe he or she can always just take the bike to a dealer and have the tire...
Forum: The Garage 08-25-2011, 01:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,161
Posted By squirrelnator
Slackmeyer, You are right, it is a shur-form...

Slackmeyer,

You are right, it is a shur-form type thing I got at Harbor Freight.
I have only done this on street bike tires, Bridgestone, Metzler, Shinko, Dunlop. I don't know why this...
Forum: The Garage 08-25-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,161
Posted By squirrelnator
I have not taken pictures, but will next time I...

I have not taken pictures, but will next time I do it.

Basically, the bike is on the center stand with the rear wheel spinning in second gear. You are kneeling behind the bike and slightly to...
Forum: The Garage 08-25-2011, 02:39 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,161
Posted By squirrelnator
Looks like not too many! :D. In any case, you may...

Looks like not too many! :D. In any case, you may want to give it a shot. It does not add rubber yo your tires, obviously, but can really improve the handling if your tires have become squared off.
Forum: The Garage 08-24-2011, 07:49 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,161
Posted By squirrelnator
Tire shaving - who else does it?

Long, flat, hot roads here can really flatten the profile of my tires, the rear in particular. Every couple thousand miles I put the bike on the center stand, start it up in second gear and...
Forum: Equipment 07-17-2011, 09:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,076
Posted By squirrelnator
olympia airglide

The best thing I have found is the olympia airglide in neon yellow. The truth is that nothing really works in gulf cost weather above 95 degrees. You just have to be ready to sweat a bit. Good...
Forum: Road warriors 07-01-2011, 10:34 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,635
Posted By squirrelnator
Talking At 6'4" tall the gold wing cockpit is cramped for...

At 6'4" tall the gold wing cockpit is cramped for me also. Nice bike though.
Forum: Road warriors 06-26-2011, 08:34 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,545
Posted By squirrelnator
Thumb I looked at the ST, FJR and the BMW sports...

I looked at the ST, FJR and the BMW sports touring bikes and bought the Honda. Best fit for my 6'4" body. Love the V4 smoothness and torque, I do a lot of high speed interstat commuting and light...
Forum: The Garage 05-15-2011, 07:34 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,621
Posted By squirrelnator
Dewalt with a cord is really the best option for...

Dewalt with a cord is really the best option for me. Plenty of power for long/hard projects. About $60 gets you a really good drill.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-05-2011, 07:39 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 10,631
Posted By squirrelnator
I have a hi viz yellow jacket (Olympia) that has...

I have a hi viz yellow jacket (Olympia) that has lasted 4 years. It has defiantly faded from the sun, but the reflective parts still work well. Even with its now lighter color of yellow, it is much...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-23-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,479
Posted By squirrelnator
ADJUSTABLE roc straps work better than anything...

ADJUSTABLE roc straps work better than anything else I have tried. I have two on the bike at all times, even when not carrying a load.

The non-adjustable straps are really not an improvement...
Forum: Road warriors 04-21-2011, 07:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,819
Posted By squirrelnator
6'4' and 34' inseam. Honda ST1300 and ST1000 are...

6'4' and 34' inseam. Honda ST1300 and ST1000 are both very good fits for me. Great on the highway as well. Solid ride with plenty of power.
Forum: Road warriors 04-21-2011, 07:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 940
Posted By squirrelnator
That's a lot of ma-cheene. Enjoy it!:1drink

That's a lot of ma-cheene. Enjoy it!:1drink
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-15-2011, 02:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,305
Posted By squirrelnator
I have found it to be fine to work the...

I have found it to be fine to work the transmission without the clutch on many bikes with the engine off. I tend to not use the clutch for upshifts while riding also, although I do use the clutch to...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-15-2011, 02:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,014
Posted By squirrelnator
I have looked at both the Wee and SV. The Wee is...

I have looked at both the Wee and SV. The Wee is a physically larger bike and would be my choice for my next mid-weight primarily because of that. I am 6'4" 225 in case you are curious.:D
Forum: The Garage 04-06-2011, 07:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,425
Posted By squirrelnator
I have used the clay bar to remove some over...

I have used the clay bar to remove some over spray on the bike due to a patio furniture repainting. It took less than 10 minutes to do all of the painted surfaces and really left a smooth finish.
...
Forum: Ride reports 04-06-2011, 01:17 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 115,031
Posted By squirrelnator
TT, really enjoyed following your latest...

TT, really enjoyed following your latest adventure in the MOG. :clap
Forum: Equipment 04-02-2011, 05:45 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,788
Posted By squirrelnator
White is the most visible and I believe it is...

White is the most visible and I believe it is cooler in the heat.
Forum: The Garage 03-20-2011, 05:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,112
Posted By squirrelnator
I may end up going old school. I am going to...

I may end up going old school. I am going to look at buying some tire irons today. May take a little longer to do by hand, but would a lot easier to store in my shop when not in use.

Poolside...
Forum: The Garage 03-18-2011, 09:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,112
Posted By squirrelnator
No more H-F tire changers??

I decided to make to move to changing my own tires on the Honda after my last change and balance of nearly $40 per wheel.

I have read a lot of threads about the Harbor Freight M/C changer and...
Forum: Ride reports 03-18-2011, 05:21 AM
Replies: 571
Views: 115,031
Posted By squirrelnator
Great pics and fantastic trip TT. Thanks...

Great pics and fantastic trip TT. Thanks especially for the tour of Soda Springs. Unfortunately, that job just evaporated this week like the snow on the palm trees here in Houston, so I am still a...
Forum: Road warriors 03-07-2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,344
Posted By squirrelnator
I owned a Roadstar and sold it, got a Honda...

I owned a Roadstar and sold it, got a Honda ST1300. Night and day difference with the Honda. Much more comfortable, faster, very reliable etc.

The ST1300 and the ST1100 that proceeded it are...
Forum: Equipment 03-06-2011, 09:56 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,634
Posted By squirrelnator
If you are interested, do a quick search on...

If you are interested, do a quick search on Carhart double front work-pants for riding. Knee pads are easily inserted and they really are comfortable. I use them all the time. As a side note, they...
Forum: Vendors 03-06-2011, 06:53 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 32,411
Posted By squirrelnator
There is an ABS version/option for the DL650, but...

There is an ABS version/option for the DL650, but no ABS model for the DL1000 that I know of.
Forum: Equipment 03-02-2011, 11:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,012
Posted By squirrelnator
Warm and safe jacket liner works well for me. I...

Warm and safe jacket liner works well for me. I considered the vest, but am glad I got the jacket. Really keeps my neck warm too.
Forum: The Garage 03-02-2011, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 727
Posted By squirrelnator
Overbore and Engine Balance??

Just something i have been wondering about. I know that most single (and multi) piston engines have counter balancers to neutralize vibrations.

When engines are re-bored oversize and new...
Forum: Road warriors 02-23-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,127
Posted By squirrelnator
I suppose the tire could last longer at 18"...

I suppose the tire could last longer at 18" instead of 17"?? And I can imagine that a larger wheel would roll more smoothly?? In any case, 18" does not seem to be very common.

It is my...
Forum: Road warriors 02-22-2011, 03:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,127
Posted By squirrelnator
Why 18" front wheel???

Just curious if there is any advantage in having an 18" front wheel on my St1300. The rear is 17", as are most road bikes that I am familiar with (front and rear).

So, what do you suppose the...
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