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Forum: Old's Cool 03-24-2013, 05:30 PM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
1983 Dnepr with sidecar $2500

http://maine.craigslist.org/mcd/3701068012.html

http://images.craigslist.org/3K43I43J95N85Fb5J2d3o36bd032ea3c4179f.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/3E83L33He5L25Kb5M6d3o1559ca2f09071b23.jpg
Forum: Old's Cool 03-21-2013, 04:48 AM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
1975 Honda Goldwing GL1000 $2000

http://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/3694240144.html

http://images.craigslist.org/3E23M83Nc5G95Fd5J1d3kab58c81572a31f27.jpg
Forum: Old's Cool 03-19-2013, 05:49 PM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
1957 Harley Davidson Hummer

http://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/3691863652.html

http://images.craigslist.org/3E13Ge3K45La5K45Jfd3j989dd498dccc1ab1.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/3E93L13N45Ee5K45Hfd3j5d5a524cf77b1542.jpg
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-19-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,916
Posted By Fleksta
I've never seen it enforced, but as you can...

I've never seen it enforced, but as you can legally pass on the right in NH it doesn't usually bother me.
Forum: Old's Cool 03-18-2013, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
Wow, that CL350 looks like a steal...must resist...

Wow, that CL350 looks like a steal...must resist temptation :eek1
Forum: Battle scooters 02-28-2013, 07:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,541
Posted By Fleksta
Do you happen to have a thread somewhere...

Do you happen to have a thread somewhere documenting the swap? I've been considering putting the 140 in my own bike but the list of additional "suggested" parts on the DrATV site total almost $400 on...
Forum: Old's Cool 02-23-2013, 10:23 AM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
1984 bmw r65 - $500

http://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/3637885059.html

"This is a used BMW R65 with ~45K miles. It needs work. Could be either a project bike or a parts bike."
...
Forum: Old's Cool 02-20-2013, 07:35 AM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
I'm extremely tempted to pick this up, but can't...

I'm extremely tempted to pick this up, but can't really afford another project right now. Looks to be in decent shape, but dropped on the right side (headlight bucket tweaked, rear signal bent,...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-22-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,004
Posted By Fleksta
How fast? Well, with the CT I just pin the...

How fast? Well, with the CT I just pin the throttle :evil

Otherwise, it depends on the conditions. Washboard, rain slick, mud, etc. I find that the XS with street tires is comfortable around 35 on...
Forum: Old's Cool 01-15-2013, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 828
Posted By Fleksta
The 1980/81 CT110 still had the points ignition.

The 1980/81 CT110 still had the points ignition.
Forum: Old's Cool 01-15-2013, 01:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 828
Posted By Fleksta
The condenser is required for spark in a points...

The condenser is required for spark in a points system, so it will not run if it is bad. On my CT110, the condenser is under the gas tank.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-01-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,494
Posted By Fleksta
My brother got nailed with a reckless driving...

My brother got nailed with a reckless driving ticket for doing a wheelie on his road-registered dirt bike.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-30-2012, 09:49 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,533
Posted By Fleksta
Probably a few weeks ago while riding the XS650....

Probably a few weeks ago while riding the XS650. Coming around a long left sweeper @ 60mph a pickup truck drifted into my lane. I was forced wide when he didn't correct and hit the dirt shoulder....
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-06-2012, 07:30 AM
Replies: 172
Views: 8,606
Posted By Fleksta
We get this kind of behavior all the time in my...

We get this kind of behavior all the time in my neck of the woods. You can clearly see the driver keep glancing at you in the rear-view like he's just toying with you. Then when you get a clear...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-14-2012, 02:49 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 8,140
Posted By Fleksta
This is the way it is supposed to work, like a...

This is the way it is supposed to work, like a zipper, except most motorists are too self-centered to allow it.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-13-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 8,140
Posted By Fleksta
I thought of another one, people who stop short...

I thought of another one, people who stop short at lights then proceed to creep forward in 6 inch intervals.
Forum: Old's Cool 09-07-2012, 07:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
I've been using gear oil, it just keeps soaking...

I've been using gear oil, it just keeps soaking it right in. Its been a while since anyone's oiled it I reckon.
Forum: Old's Cool 09-07-2012, 06:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
I'll keep you in mind. The plan was always to...

I'll keep you in mind. The plan was always to refurb it, have a bit of fun, then sell it on when I get it out of my system.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-07-2012, 05:59 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 8,140
Posted By Fleksta
People who cannot stay on their own side of the...

People who cannot stay on their own side of the road. Just today, I followed a van that must have cut 9 out of 10 corners on the way home. She was so bad I had to drop back a ways because I was sure...
Forum: Old's Cool 09-06-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Update: It's finally (officially) road...

Update:

It's finally (officially) road worthy, passed safety inspection without a hitch. I'm still amazed how much fun this little bike is.

Latest pics:

http://i.imgur.com/pgVtxh.jpg
...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-05-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,276
Posted By Fleksta
In a sharp corner in loose dirt/gravel; I've...

In a sharp corner in loose dirt/gravel; I've saved the bike from low-siding quite often with a foot out. I wouldn't try this at very significant speed or on pavement, but it seems to work well on my...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-26-2012, 11:36 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Wow, really? Was it a Honda bulb or some other...

Wow, really? Was it a Honda bulb or some other brand that happened to fit the assembly?

After riding it around a bunch I think a transmission problem may have presented itself. It's become very...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-25-2012, 05:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,123
Posted By Fleksta
Seems like a shame to part out a road worthy...

Seems like a shame to part out a road worthy bike. If I were you, I'd take more pics, fix the turn signals, and put an ad up in the flea market section. I'd bet you could get a sale in the $1000...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-24-2012, 06:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Update: Finally sourced a battery, plugged...

Update:

Finally sourced a battery, plugged it in and discovered that the electrics work! Turns out the fuse holder that the PO rigged up was busted.

I needed to mount some rear signals, so I...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-18-2012, 06:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Small update: Got the bike running again....

Small update:

Got the bike running again. Pulled the old carb off and looked disgustedly at the corrosion in the float bowl. Looked to ebay for a rebuild kit and noticed that a brand new carb was...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-15-2012, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1,311
Views: 191,054
Posted By Fleksta
I'm using that kit, the seller was very helpful....

I'm using that kit, the seller was very helpful. You may need to swap to a larger master cylinder though. I'm still using the stock special master and while the bike stops much better, you don't get...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-14-2012, 03:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Really, it says 1981 on the VIN sticker? Hope the...

Really, it says 1981 on the VIN sticker? Hope the town clerk doesn't give me trouble with the bill of sale then.

Anyway, I finally have some pictures. I won't have time to dig into it until this...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-13-2012, 07:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Well, I picked it up. Might have bit off a bit...

Well, I picked it up. Might have bit off a bit more than I can chew but the price seemed right ($250).

Hopped on it, started in two kicks and tooled around a bit in the guys yard & took it down...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-10-2012, 04:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Thanks guys, I've got an appointment with the...

Thanks guys, I've got an appointment with the seller to see it tomorrow.

It's a 1981, without the dual range transmission. Kinda bummed about that, but not enough to be deterred.

If all goes...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-08-2012, 01:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,165
Posted By Fleksta
Honda CT110

I'm considering the purchase of a Honda CT110 to fulfill some of my desire to bomb around the many back roads in my area. The problem is that I know nothing about them, aside from how fun they look....
Forum: Old's Cool 07-23-2012, 11:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 852
Posted By Fleksta
The seller lists another price in the ad,...

The seller lists another price in the ad, 120.000.000 rs

According to the google gods, 120,000 indian rupees is $2146.

That's more than I'd be comfortable spending sight unseen, but it "looks"...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 07-12-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 23,535
Posted By Fleksta
All week, I've been stuffing my jacket into the...

All week, I've been stuffing my jacket into the tail bag for the trip home from work :eek1
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 06-27-2012, 04:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 495
Posted By Fleksta
Looking for a motorcycle paint shop in NH

Hi guys,

I've just sourced a new tank for my XS650 which looks to have had some kind of caustic liquid misted on it at some point. It is in otherwise great shape with no dents or dings and nearly...
Forum: The Garage 06-26-2012, 09:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,105
Posted By Fleksta
All of those issues sound like problems common to...

All of those issues sound like problems common to the e34; just that they have been permitted to compound on one another. These are very reliable vehicles but require constant preventative...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 06-19-2012, 09:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,750
Posted By Fleksta
This is what I am thinking as well. Like she...

This is what I am thinking as well. Like she pulled alongside in order to either turn right at the light or try to scoot straight on past the truck. I'll do this sort of maneuver if I'm turning; but...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-26-2012, 06:18 AM
Replies: 1,311
Views: 191,054
Posted By Fleksta
I got mine from Hugh @...

I got mine from Hugh @ http://hughshandbuilt.blogspot.com/p/xs650-permanent-magnet-alternator.html

Fantastic customer service, costs a little more but I feel it was more than worth it.
Forum: Old's Cool 05-22-2012, 07:30 AM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
Just saw this on NH Craigslist, looks like a good...

Just saw this on NH Craigslist, looks like a good project:

http://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/3030666680.html

1975 R60/6 BMW motorcycle - $850 (Exeter NH)

1975 BMW R60/6 motorcycle Needs work or...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-18-2012, 03:20 PM
Replies: 1,311
Views: 191,054
Posted By Fleksta
How do you like the Redwing shocks? I was about...

How do you like the Redwing shocks? I was about to order a set from Mikes but noticed Omar's has NOS redwings (with new progressive springs) for only a little more money.
Forum: Old's Cool 04-28-2012, 02:28 PM
Replies: 1,024
Views: 126,952
Posted By Fleksta
Turbo K100? :huh ...

Turbo K100? :huh

http://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/2984788055.html

Unique, Rare and Exotic BMW K100 RS 1985 Motorcycle w/Turbo - $10000 (Rumney)

Rare, Unique and Exotic black BMW K100 RS 1985(6?)...
Forum: Old's Cool 04-28-2012, 06:52 AM
Replies: 1,311
Views: 191,054
Posted By Fleksta
Finally had her out on the road: ...

Finally had her out on the road:

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k118/flekbeita/1979%20XS650/P1000307.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k118/flekbeita/1979%20XS650/P1000312.jpg

I went...
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