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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-25-2013, 10:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 439
Posted By MTN roads
We rode it last weekend and it was fantastic,...

We rode it last weekend and it was fantastic, lots of people though. The trails above 8th street in Boise are open too, great conditions. Go Ride!!!
Forum: Orange Crush 04-02-2013, 07:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,479
Posted By MTN roads
I bought a new one last year and did the side...

I bought a new one last year and did the side stand re-locator and bash plate from Black Dog Cycle Works. Easy install and good for piece of mind. Beyond that and scheduled maintenance the only...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-01-2013, 07:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By MTN roads
Drill team?? I was expecting something else. ...

Drill team?? I was expecting something else. Mind in the gutter :rofl
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-29-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,177
Posted By MTN roads
Great thread, really enjoying the pictures

Great thread, really enjoying the pictures
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-29-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,040
Posted By MTN roads
Isn't that the truth. I sold a KLR one time...

Isn't that the truth.

I sold a KLR one time that I had put lots of miles on and really over-maintained and loved. I knew everything about that bike and as I was selling it I took the time to...
Forum: Thumpers 03-28-2013, 07:24 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 15,227
Posted By MTN roads
Wicked Baldy, Can we have a real 2 stroke section? We...

Baldy,
Can we have a real 2 stroke section? We don't belong in thumpers or with the old stuff. Were like outcasts
Forum: Orange Crush 03-16-2013, 05:02 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,607
Posted By MTN roads
I have a pair of them and have never had an issue...

I have a pair of them and have never had an issue with them at all. There is the quirk about not liking the cold after they have been sitting but after powering the headlight or the starter for 20...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-15-2013, 08:09 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 11,301
Posted By MTN roads
The 1190 has a listed dry weight of 467 lbs,...

The 1190 has a listed dry weight of 467 lbs, which is only 10 lbs more than the 990. Any idea what the new liquid cooled GS is going to weigh?
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-14-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,196
Posted By MTN roads
That is a scary looking area to ride. RIP

That is a scary looking area to ride. RIP
Forum: Orange Crush 03-05-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 955
Posted By MTN roads
good looking bikes you got there. I am curious...

good looking bikes you got there. I am curious about the comparison between the Duke and 990. Anything notable?
Forum: Orange Crush 03-05-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 9,237
Posted By MTN roads
The 990 is almost too much for the type of riding...

The 990 is almost too much for the type of riding I do so I know that the 1190 will be too much. Too much weight, girth, and even power...like many have mentioned I will keep what I have until they...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-05-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 6
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Views: 532
Posted By MTN roads
More fun than a barrel of monkeys?

More fun than a barrel of monkeys?
Forum: Orange Crush 03-05-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,086
Posted By MTN roads
I am 6' 2" and I also have a 2010 990 R and even...

I am 6' 2" and I also have a 2010 990 R and even with my long legs the bike is tall. I have not had a single issue with it and the bike is a hoot to ride with exceptional power and suspension. I...
Forum: Day Trippin' 02-24-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By MTN roads
Great pictures :clap. Looks like an excellent...

Great pictures :clap. Looks like an excellent place to retire
Forum: Thumpers 02-24-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,857
Posted By MTN roads
You may be over thinking this, as most bikes will...

You may be over thinking this, as most bikes will be a compromise in some way. Go buy a used KLR and put some miles on it. It is a simple and forgiving ride and it will help you discover how you...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-31-2013, 07:39 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,408
Posted By MTN roads
Really? +1

Really?

+1
Forum: Face plant 12-22-2012, 05:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,211
Posted By MTN roads
Sorry to hear that. RIP Marc

Sorry to hear that. RIP Marc
Forum: Orange Crush 10-22-2012, 07:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,038
Posted By MTN roads
Yes, highly recommend. When I recently called to...

Yes, highly recommend. When I recently called to order a rear rack just before a week long trip Martha told me the bad news that they were out of stock. After telling her about my trip plans she...
Forum: Face plant 10-21-2012, 01:35 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 13,209
Posted By MTN roads
Good read and one hell of an adventure. Don't...

Good read and one hell of an adventure. Don't sweat the arm chair quarterbacks on here, most of them rarely leave the slab. You kept your head, made good decisions and got out safely still able to...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-20-2012, 11:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,297
Posted By MTN roads
+1 on the perfect vehicle it was an excellent...

+1 on the perfect vehicle it was an excellent read and it gave me a jones for an old Moto Guzzi.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-17-2012, 08:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,549
Posted By MTN roads
I bought an old Honda CB750 on a whim off Ebay a...

I bought an old Honda CB750 on a whim off Ebay a few years ago and had a great fly and ride experience. The seller met me at the airport and had the bike prepped and all ready to go. It turned out...
Forum: Thumpers 08-30-2012, 06:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,505
Posted By MTN roads
I put 20k on an 07 KLR and never even had the...

I put 20k on an 07 KLR and never even had the hint of a problem. In fact, that bike was so reliable I would have been shocked to have any kind of ride-ending trouble. I updated the doo hickey at 17k...
Forum: Orange Crush 07-20-2012, 08:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 985
Posted By MTN roads
Thats funny as hell

Thats funny as hell
Forum: Vendors 07-16-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 31,198
Posted By MTN roads
Hontri, Will you add me to your list for the...

Hontri,
Will you add me to your list for the next batch in the fall? Angled, no color preference. Thanks
Forum: Orange Crush 07-11-2012, 05:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,319
Posted By MTN roads
Loving the R paint scheme, taller suspenders and...

Loving the R paint scheme, taller suspenders and no ABS...but you won't make a bad choice with either of them
Forum: Orange Crush 07-11-2012, 12:07 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,775
Posted By MTN roads
Nah, tell me this is some wicked sarcasm... Its a...

Nah, tell me this is some wicked sarcasm... Its a dirt bike not a chromed out Harley. Go get them good and dirty and forget about them.
Forum: Orange Crush 07-08-2012, 12:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,124
Posted By MTN roads
A few months ago I purchased a brand new 2010 R...

A few months ago I purchased a brand new 2010 R for $12,300 OTD minus sales tax. I had to drive a few hours to get it but it was well worth the trip. I found it on cycle trader and there were...
Forum: Orange Crush 07-04-2012, 09:04 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,055
Posted By MTN roads
Add me to the black dog group for both. Bomb...

Add me to the black dog group for both. Bomb proof products and excellent customer service.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-24-2012, 08:08 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,125
Posted By MTN roads
Good stuff, that was fun to watch. You got...

Good stuff, that was fun to watch. You got several WTF looks from the other riders
Forum: Orange Crush 04-23-2012, 08:00 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,207
Posted By MTN roads
Another vote for a KLR. I had one for a few...

Another vote for a KLR. I had one for a few years and put 20k miles on it. It is a great starter ADV bike and will do just about anything. Not on par with the 990 but for $3000 used it is a great...
Forum: Thumpers 05-18-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 442
Posted By MTN roads
I have had success with both my local Craig's...

I have had success with both my local Craig's list and Ebay for used XR parts in the past. There are also some bike salvage yards that have some of their inventory online.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-19-2011, 09:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,371
Posted By MTN roads
'07 KLR Like most KLR riders I was drawn to...

'07 KLR
Like most KLR riders I was drawn to the simplicity and durability of the bike. It reminds me of a piece of military equipment, no frills and tough as a box of nails. It is in its element...
Forum: Thumpers 03-15-2011, 08:57 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 16,906
Posted By MTN roads
Love the KLR, ride that fat girl everyday.

Love the KLR, ride that fat girl everyday.
Forum: Thumpers 03-15-2011, 08:41 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 15,019
Posted By MTN roads
KLR and XR400, seems to be a common pair to have

KLR and XR400, seems to be a common pair to have
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-28-2011, 06:44 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,316
Posted By MTN roads
Great post, sounds like a hell of a trip at 20.

Great post, sounds like a hell of a trip at 20.
Forum: Ride reports 07-01-2010, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1,310
Views: 1,720,120
Posted By MTN roads
Emotional roller coaster

Read the whole RR again and it is so tough to get through. RIP Clayton
Forum: Ride reports 07-01-2010, 08:59 PM
Replies: 282
Views: 18,612
Posted By MTN roads
ride report subdivision

Totally agree that the reports need to be divided up by length of trip, level of difficulty or even by type of bike. Great stuff
Forum: Thumpers 03-28-2010, 09:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,054
Posted By MTN roads
I would also be concerned about why the KLR...

I would also be concerned about why the KLR needed a new top end at 30k. Generally they are good for twice that with a decent maintenance schedule. I would go for the lower mile bike and enjoy your...
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