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Forum: Parallel Universe Yesterday, 03:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 276
Posted By runnin4melife
Also if you cannot get a ride there to pick it up...

Also if you cannot get a ride there to pick it up zipcars have light duty trucks you can rent for a while and go pick the bike up in, or even a uhaul truck (zipcars are cheap though).

Get what...
Forum: Parallel Universe Yesterday, 03:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 276
Posted By runnin4melife
I am from the DC/MD area, I would get the bike...

I am from the DC/MD area, I would get the bike you want, all BMW dealers will service it. I honestly do almost all of my work (unless it is a warranty issue). I am not fond of either BOB's or...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-15-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 676
Posted By runnin4melife
Didn't read other replies, don't have time. ...

Didn't read other replies, don't have time.

I get 3,000-3,500 miles out of my TKC 80s, I run them down to there is essentially zero center lug tread and swap out. The front I get 5-7,000 out of...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 05-08-2013, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5,019
Views: 130,832
Posted By runnin4melife
That is a fair price for the BMW... I was looking...

That is a fair price for the BMW... I was looking at a few for a while but opted for the Husky out of nostalgia, my father had a two stroke 500 Husky when I was a kid. It had a horrible suspension...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 05-08-2013, 06:06 AM
Replies: 5,019
Views: 130,832
Posted By runnin4melife
I am curious about the lower bolt pattern for...

I am curious about the lower bolt pattern for guards. I just refinished a carbonfiber bash plate for my TXC. If it is remotely close to yours I can make one up in a jiffy. Any idea on how to confirm...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 05-07-2013, 05:56 PM
Replies: 5,019
Views: 130,832
Posted By runnin4melife
Doing well, back in MD for two weeks to refit,...

Doing well, back in MD for two weeks to refit, work on my motos and then head back out. Off to St. Louis next (get to go take the husky to our farm and destroy it, myself and the bike!). I have to...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 05-07-2013, 02:59 PM
Replies: 5,019
Views: 130,832
Posted By runnin4melife
Blaster, I just picked up an 09 Husqvarna TXC 510...

Blaster, I just picked up an 09 Husqvarna TXC 510 (street legal somehow). The bike is a beast! :evil

Hopefully that dealer is a parts supplier too... They are a pain for parts, I go through a STL...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-30-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 1,434
Views: 128,316
Posted By runnin4melife
My plan B is to drive a long straight screw...

My plan B is to drive a long straight screw driver through it like it was Dracula and then get it off haha, or a big pair of channel locks.... :rofl
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-25-2013, 01:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 740
Posted By runnin4melife
:rofl I do that all the time actually!!!...

:rofl

I do that all the time actually!!! Albeit my TKCs wear down but sometimes it is not the ride to the destination but the destination that I care about! :evil

"It all works fairly well as...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-25-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 10,482
Posted By runnin4melife
Yes, yes, yes, should definitely start a...

Yes, yes, yes, should definitely start a pre-order list etc... :deal
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-25-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 370
Posted By runnin4melife
Yay! These going up for sale or custom...

Yay! These going up for sale or custom ordered?:evil
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-25-2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 1,434
Views: 128,316
Posted By runnin4melife
I would stay away from the battery because it...

I would stay away from the battery because it will continue to draw if you leave the device plugged in. If you are hard wiring the plug in there are many locations. Some people run off the head light...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-25-2013, 04:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 370
Posted By runnin4melife
I feel you, it did the same to my rallye pants....

I feel you, it did the same to my rallye pants. There is not an aftermarket guard built specifically for the bike. I plan on making one out of carbon fiber, which may take a while because I am not...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-24-2013, 04:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,546
Posted By runnin4melife
No advice, just forum trolling? :huh ...

No advice, just forum trolling? :huh

Pretty sure I have had bad things happen to the Japanese bikes I have owned...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-24-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 1,434
Views: 128,316
Posted By runnin4melife
Gotcha, I figured it may be a hassle in that...

Gotcha, I figured it may be a hassle in that regards. Yeah I will take some $$$ for some cosmetically misfigured fully functional parts... :evil But the pannier rack is hosed, broke a weld etc...
...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-24-2013, 03:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,178
Posted By runnin4melife
My bike was backed into, the bike came off the...

My bike was backed into, the bike came off the center stand and fell to the side. Damages were to the panniers, handlebar, bark busters, engine guard, lower front forks plus associated scratches......
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-24-2013, 03:12 PM
Replies: 1,434
Views: 128,316
Posted By runnin4melife
Insurance claims?

Perhaps this goes somewhere else, I don't know. So my bike was backed into, I have their insurance information etc... I am waiting for what they want me to do. Has anyone dealt with Statefarm for...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-23-2013, 02:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 309
Posted By runnin4melife
I would pop the side off my 800 but not sure if...

I would pop the side off my 800 but not sure if that is what you need, perhaps the fiche can help you?

http://www.maxbmwmotorcycles.com/fiche/DiagramsMain.aspx?vid=51596&rnd=08102012
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-23-2013, 02:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,178
Posted By runnin4melife
That is awesome Loutre! :rofl Bearings... I...

That is awesome Loutre! :rofl

Bearings... I did a complete bearing inspection of mine when I bought it. They all looked fine, shy on grease in a few, but I replaced them all for safety's sake. I...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-22-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 400
Posted By runnin4melife
Don't worry someone pointed that out to me as...

Don't worry someone pointed that out to me as well:bert
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-22-2013, 05:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,390
Posted By runnin4melife
So A weak point on the BMW/Touratech aluminum...

So A weak point on the BMW/Touratech aluminum bags, apparently they do not fair well from a rear hit. Someone backed into my bike today and it messed up the locking system and bent the rack a bit....
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-22-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 400
Posted By runnin4melife
The auxiliary plug that is up near the key is a...

The auxiliary plug that is up near the key is a great place to tie into as it is activated by the canbus, key out, no power, key in power :evil
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-22-2013, 03:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,178
Posted By runnin4melife
Long ride: seat, risers, pegs (even some touring...

Long ride: seat, risers, pegs (even some touring pegs if you like), crash bars, hand guards, skid plate, I would at least protect the pieces that will touch down in the event of a crash. Besides that...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-21-2013, 06:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,178
Posted By runnin4melife
Errrrmmmm I modified the hell out of mine for a...

Errrrmmmm I modified the hell out of mine for a 6k mile trek....
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-21-2013, 04:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,390
Posted By runnin4melife
The way you drive Kelsow I am sure they will be...

The way you drive Kelsow I am sure they will be dinged up soon enough :rofl
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-21-2013, 07:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,390
Posted By runnin4melife
When I bought mine I got a sweet deal on the BMW...

When I bought mine I got a sweet deal on the BMW aluminum cases so I went with them. I honestly love the system. Down sides are that they are wide which I have hit a tree or two with them (I hit one...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-21-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 879
Posted By runnin4melife
bolt depot is great, they have an awesome...

bolt depot is great, they have an awesome assortment (best I have found). I recommend looking through your bike (Max BMW microfiche http://www.maxbmwmotorcycles.com/fiche/DiagramsMain.aspx?vid=51598...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-20-2013, 01:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 387
Posted By runnin4melife
so you have 21 days to get it to the dealer!

so you have 21 days to get it to the dealer!
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-20-2013, 06:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 387
Posted By runnin4melife
year, miles, maintenance.... under warranty? more...

year, miles, maintenance.... under warranty? more information.
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-19-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 6,636
Views: 1,997,064
Posted By runnin4melife
Texas Hill Country

http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k571/Herman_Melville/IMAG1837_zps9e425341.jpg (http://s1116.photobucket.com/user/Herman_Melville/media/IMAG1837_zps9e425341.jpg.html)
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Forum: Parallel Universe 04-19-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 481
Views: 80,461
Posted By runnin4melife
Be great if you were running TKCs! This is...

Be great if you were running TKCs! This is awesome though, and some people say the K60 doesn't have a lot of grip...?:evil
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-18-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 691
Posted By runnin4melife
Keep in mind if you throw knobbies on and any...

Keep in mind if you throw knobbies on and any luggage it will get covered plus it reduces rock throwing if you have someone behind you.
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-17-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 879
Posted By runnin4melife
The goolger has the answers. I just type M8 30mm...

The goolger has the answers. I just type M8 30mm torx or something like that and get what I want/need from whomever carries it. Also many hardware stores sell comparable allen/hex bolts
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-17-2013, 06:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 664
Posted By runnin4melife
Motionpro for cables, charge ~$40 per, but...

Motionpro for cables, charge ~$40 per, but require your stock system. Not sure if the F700 is the same as a F800GS?
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-17-2013, 02:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 879
Posted By runnin4melife
Just go online and buy the bolts you need, I have...

Just go online and buy the bolts you need, I have a hand full of spares I keep of assorted types. Also Loctite ;-)
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-17-2013, 02:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 938
Posted By runnin4melife
My rule of thumb is to ride the inner side of the...

My rule of thumb is to ride the inner side of the road where a car would be driving, particularly at intersections as Fredrydr pointed out a little bit of rain creates an oil slick. The middle of the...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-15-2013, 05:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,546
Posted By runnin4melife
ermmmmm I would not run that thing until you take...

ermmmmm I would not run that thing until you take it all the way apart and check everything. It could be from... anything that has bearings! :eek1
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-15-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 353
Posted By runnin4melife
Soak it in some CLP or other lubricant and then...

Soak it in some CLP or other lubricant and then wire wheel it clean. I bet you can get it pretty clean. I am cheap about this stuff and can get so many things looking good with some work. Contact a...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-12-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,077
Posted By runnin4melife
Jump on into it. It is a lot of fun. Also look at...

Jump on into it. It is a lot of fun. Also look at his YouTube videos! It is a great experience and don't get discouraged if things fail.
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-11-2013, 12:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,077
Posted By runnin4melife
Interesting! When you said that you were going to...

Interesting! When you said that you were going to do this I imagined that you would rough it out with a metal frame, put a boat load of layers then press it with a backing to squeeze it down. Then...
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