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Forum: Thumpers Yesterday, 05:24 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
[QUOTE=Chuck289;21419601]Haven't been in here for...

[QUOTE=Chuck289;21419601]Haven't been in here for a while, Been almost 5 years with this bike

5 years with one bike is quite a stretch. They are excellent bikes fun to ride and durable.
Have...
Forum: Thumpers 05-01-2013, 05:01 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
Looks like you ordered the right pads to me. ...

Looks like you ordered the right pads to me.
I've yet to change pads on my 230, but I've done a few others. Try opening the bleder while compressing the caliper piston. A small amount of brake...
Forum: Thumpers 04-26-2013, 05:35 AM
Replies: 6,467
Views: 1,565,650
Posted By sw3dl1
Transalps are still available in Europe. I owned...

Transalps are still available in Europe. I owned a few 89's and 90's, they were great bikes. I would sell a few of the bike I presently own if I could buy a new TA.
Forum: Equipment 04-23-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 338
Posted By sw3dl1
Excellent, that's even better. I have three...

Excellent, that's even better.
I have three Nolans. I've always had good luck with them and they fit me like a glove. Good to hear the customer service is there to bac up an already excellent...
Forum: Equipment 04-22-2013, 05:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 338
Posted By sw3dl1
It's pretty easy, no real hazzards that I can...

It's pretty easy, no real hazzards that I can remember. Just pay attention as you take it apart. Once the allens are removed everything else just snaps together. Take a minute and study it before...
Forum: Thumpers 04-22-2013, 05:16 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
I'm using this exact set up with a Wolfman tank...

I'm using this exact set up with a Wolfman tank bag. I bought a RotoPak one gallon fuel pack and have it mounted to the rear Honda rack. Gasoline weighs about 7 puunds per gallon, so I estimated...
Forum: Equipment 04-21-2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 338
Posted By sw3dl1
Have you taken the helmet apart and cleaned it? ...

Have you taken the helmet apart and cleaned it? It's a pretty simple process, requires a small allen wrench and some patience. I used mine on my duel sport for a ride that was mostly dirt. Got a...
Forum: Thumpers 04-19-2013, 05:38 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
I will. We leave on May 19f rom Phoenix and will...

I will. We leave on May 19f rom Phoenix and will ride secondary roads and dirt to Alpine, AZ. The next day to SilverCity, NM and to a starting point on the trail.
The trail is on the east side of...
Forum: Thumpers 04-18-2013, 05:32 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
I just bought a Giant Loop Coyote for my 230L. ...

I just bought a Giant Loop Coyote for my 230L. It does not need a rear rack, it sits where the passenger would sit. The rear sub-frame on these bikes are not rated for much weight, less then 15...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-18-2013, 05:06 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,335
Posted By sw3dl1
First time I rode 666 in AZ was 1970, it was...

First time I rode 666 in AZ was 1970, it was called "The Devil's Highway" then. A few friends and I used to trailer bikes from Denver to ride from Alpine south and back a few times in a weekend then...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-05-2013, 04:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 848
Posted By sw3dl1
I guess I got lucky, no emission test, plate...

I guess I got lucky, no emission test, plate renewed for two years.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-04-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 848
Posted By sw3dl1
Phoenix metro emession testing gone?

I just came from the DMV Offices in Scottsdale from title and plates for a bike I bought last week. I was prepared for the no plate for no emission test problem, but to my surprise, the clerk handed...
Forum: Equipment 03-22-2013, 05:13 AM
Replies: 3,614
Views: 1,598,113
Posted By sw3dl1
Agreed...Let's get back to the topic at hand,...

Agreed...Let's get back to the topic at hand, packed-up bikes.
Though I own several DS bikes, a friend and I are looking at a 5 to 7 day DS ride on small bore bikes. I'm using a little CRF230L...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-20-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,633
Posted By sw3dl1
Gearheart and GreaserJr, Good work, Class...

Gearheart and GreaserJr,
Good work, Class act.
I don't know either of you but Your actions exemplfy our sport. Again, a Class Act.
God Bless you.
Forum: Thumpers 03-14-2013, 04:57 AM
Replies: 7,660
Views: 691,562
Posted By sw3dl1
You looking for a red, white and blue 86 XL600r...

You looking for a red, white and blue 86 XL600r tank? If so, I have an 87 that is almost perfect. It was taken off when new by a friend to use an aftermarket tank. Been setting on a shelf for...
Forum: Thumpers 03-10-2013, 06:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 409
Posted By sw3dl1
Both bikes, the 250L and the 230M are excellent...

Both bikes, the 250L and the 230M are excellent machines. The 250L is about 40 lb heavier, fuel injected and water cooled. the 230 is lighter, air cooled, carbed ( a pretty simple machine).
I...
Forum: Thumpers 03-07-2013, 04:07 AM
Replies: 2,910
Views: 610,563
Posted By sw3dl1
Did you get any information back about these...

Did you get any information back about these tanks? I have one for the bike I'm building but I sure would like to have another for the next bike.
Forum: Thumpers 03-02-2013, 05:04 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
Your rack is even more supported then mine, just...

Your rack is even more supported then mine, just bolts to the rear frame without any lower support like yours. I have a couple of ideas, one using the footpeg mounts to run a diagonal support tube...
Forum: Thumpers 03-01-2013, 05:52 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
Has anyone "gussetted" the rear sub-frame on our...

Has anyone "gussetted" the rear sub-frame on our CRF230L's. I'm planning on carrying a few more pounds than what Honda recomends on a 1300 mile duel-sport ride. The rear sub-frame area where the...
Forum: Thumpers 03-01-2013, 05:44 AM
Replies: 2,910
Views: 610,563
Posted By sw3dl1
Mark, Thanks for letting me know. This is...

Mark,
Thanks for letting me know. This is the bike I plan to use on the TAT. I don't want a problem form someting as simple as a counter-sprocket.
Don
Forum: Thumpers 02-28-2013, 04:31 AM
Replies: 2,910
Views: 610,563
Posted By sw3dl1
Mark, This discussion is very timely for me....

Mark,
This discussion is very timely for me. I'm in the process of putting my 88 NX back together and installed the front sprocket yesterday. The bike only has 2900 miles on it and the...
Forum: Americas 02-22-2013, 03:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 679
Posted By sw3dl1
Any one with fuel info?

Any one with fuel info?
Forum: Thumpers 02-16-2013, 05:37 AM
Replies: 2,910
Views: 610,563
Posted By sw3dl1
+1, I have a spare for each of my bikes.

+1, I have a spare for each of my bikes.
Forum: Thumpers 02-14-2013, 02:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,236
Posted By sw3dl1
Mark, I have plans of doing the TAT, I...

Mark,
I have plans of doing the TAT, I thought this year, but got side tracked a bit. I'm building a NX650 for that endeavor.
Going to do the Shadow of The Rockies ride in May. Going to start...
Forum: Thumpers 02-12-2013, 04:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,236
Posted By sw3dl1
Mark, His price point is a little low, but...

Mark,
His price point is a little low, but there are a few good XL250l's still out there. Most are not e-starts though. If he were to step up a little, the Honda CRF230L is a pretty nice...
Forum: Thumpers 02-09-2013, 04:30 AM
Replies: 2,910
Views: 610,563
Posted By sw3dl1
I've used plastic PVC sprinkler glue in the past...

I've used plastic PVC sprinkler glue in the past to repair my fairings. Makes a permenant bond. Tabs can be made as well. The stuff is cheap and available at any hardware store. Just grove the...
Forum: Thumpers 02-01-2013, 06:01 AM
Replies: 6,467
Views: 1,565,650
Posted By sw3dl1
VERY, VERY COOL. i've done all three of those...

VERY, VERY COOL.
i've done all three of those Colorado Passes, lots of fun and a felling of accomplishment. I'm putting together a "Shadow of the Rockies" ride to meet with the TAT in Colorado for...
Forum: Thumpers 01-30-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 2,910
Views: 610,563
Posted By sw3dl1
I'm buiding an 88 as well, not aware of a kick...

I'm buiding an 88 as well, not aware of a kick starter on my bike.
Forum: Thumpers 01-28-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
Thank you, much. Gives me an Idea what I can and...

Thank you, much. Gives me an Idea what I can and can not use before I run my battery to nothing.
Forum: Thumpers 01-28-2013, 05:45 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
OK, I must apoligise for my ignorance, how many...

OK, I must apoligise for my ignorance, how many watts is .188kW? All of my equiptment is rated in watts used, not kW's.
Forum: Thumpers 01-25-2013, 05:36 AM
Replies: 7,660
Views: 691,562
Posted By sw3dl1
I'd love to find one of those in the US. I've...

I'd love to find one of those in the US. I've got an 87 XL600 that's complete, frame powder coated, motor gone through and painted, front end done, basically finished. It's awaiting assembly. For...
Forum: Thumpers 01-23-2013, 05:52 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
Anyone?

Anyone?
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 01-18-2013, 04:21 AM
Replies: 8,651
Views: 722,274
Posted By sw3dl1
Friend of mine has this stock tank for sale, it's...

Friend of mine has this stock tank for sale, it's almost new from a 2007 KLR, wtkjr-3514702873@sale.craigslist.org
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 01-17-2013, 07:53 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 6,854
Posted By sw3dl1
very cool!!!

very cool!!!
Forum: Thumpers 01-17-2013, 04:48 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 37,100
Posted By sw3dl1
Stator Out-Put

Anyone know how many watts the stator puts out? I'm looking to ad a few acessories but can't seem to find any stats on Stator power. Want to hard wire my GPS, a set of heated grips and still have a...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 01-03-2013, 04:24 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,408
Posted By sw3dl1
Did mine myself 3 years ago. Used the Home depot...

Did mine myself 3 years ago. Used the Home depot stuff. Was pretty easy, floor to this date looks great. Key is to make sure the floor is clean with the acid wash. Here's a tip - If you use your...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 01-01-2013, 03:43 PM
Replies: 8,651
Views: 722,274
Posted By sw3dl1
I agree, traitions are to be up-held. Geared up...

I agree, traitions are to be up-held. Geared up did about 25 miles. Froze my butt off. I feared the worst if I did not. I feel good about the up coming year.
Forum: Thumpers 12-31-2012, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By sw3dl1
Air cooled. excellent dual sport bikes,...

Air cooled. excellent dual sport bikes, replacement plastic is almost impossible to find. If you sure going to restore it most parts other then the fairing stuff is pretty easy. Almost no...
Forum: Thumpers 12-13-2012, 05:22 AM
Replies: 7,660
Views: 691,562
Posted By sw3dl1
I too have inquired around about an electric...

I too have inquired around about an electric start XL600r, have considered an XL600m motor and even a whole XL600m, but the price and red tape to get one into the USA was beyond what I felt it was...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-01-2012, 02:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 482
Posted By sw3dl1
Ran into this problem with a 1999 R1100gs, it was...

Ran into this problem with a 1999 R1100gs, it was the brake light switch. I'm not sure if the 1100 and the 1150 share the same front master cylinder or not, but the brake light switch on the 1100...
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