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Forum: Ride reports 06-21-2012, 11:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
Thanks for the comments guys! We ourselves had a...

Thanks for the comments guys! We ourselves had a hearty breakfast at the Glacier Inn and rolled out of Hyder on our way to Telegraph Creek. The sun was out a little and the riding was spectactular....
Forum: Ride reports 06-21-2012, 09:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
Once again, the ride report has fallen a few...

Once again, the ride report has fallen a few days behind due to lack of internet. We were on the Campbell for a couple of days and are now settled in at the Gold Rush in Dawson for D2D. I will...
Forum: Ride reports 06-19-2012, 06:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
The rain was relentless last night and the...

The rain was relentless last night and the forecast for Hyder, AK says another inch of rain.....swell. I took off at 0900 this morning and headed into PG for a new tire. First stop was the KTM...
Forum: Ride reports 06-17-2012, 01:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
Due to lack of good internet, the ride report has...

Due to lack of good internet, the ride report has been on hiatus for the last couple of days. I will go back and add pictures when we get to Dawson, but for now a brief synopsis.

Woke up to...
Forum: Ride reports 06-15-2012, 07:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
An absolutely great day riding yesterday, about...

An absolutely great day riding yesterday, about 320 miles from Newport, WA to Revelstoke BC.... We took off about 0900 from Newport, arriving at the Nelway crossing about 1030. The very...
Forum: Ride reports 06-13-2012, 09:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
Well, it looks as if the Alcan and the Campbell...

Well, it looks as if the Alcan and the Campbell are back open, so we dodged bullet number one. The Dell guy showed up this afternoon and replaced the hard drive in my little computer, so at least I...
Forum: Ride reports 06-07-2012, 03:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
Should be a great time Yukoner... Stop by the...

Should be a great time Yukoner... Stop by the Gold Rush and look us up!!

Well, only 1 week until departure. Still trying to find the perfect home for everything on the bike. Added some...
Forum: Orange Crush 06-07-2012, 12:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 965
Posted By Scoutman
I believe OEM chain length is 118 links, so if...

I believe OEM chain length is 118 links, so if you are going to a smaller front sprocket, I would guess the 120 would be too long.
Forum: Orange Crush 06-05-2012, 08:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,818
Posted By Scoutman
I had a similar problem with premature wear on...

I had a similar problem with premature wear on sprockets. The two things that eliminated it for me was:

1. Ignor the alignment marks on the chain adjusters and measure the distance from the...
Forum: Ride reports 06-03-2012, 07:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
I'll be the first to admit, I never thought I...

I'll be the first to admit, I never thought I would ever be packing this much shit on a bike. In much the same way that Parkinson's Laws seem to hold true, it would seem that my desire to carry...
Forum: Ride reports 06-03-2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,257
Posted By Scoutman
Ooga Ooga Mushka

Yes, its yet the beginning of another ride report about a ride to the Yukon, Alaska, and places in between. The story starts as most of my stories do, over a few beers in a tavern...........
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Forum: Orange Crush 06-01-2012, 05:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,968
Posted By Scoutman
2005 950S with 57,000 miles. I just finished up...

2005 950S with 57,000 miles. I just finished up a bunch of prevenative maintenance prior to my run to Deadhorse in a couple of weeks, but had no failures. Did the WP, the original shaft was...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-31-2012, 09:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 300
Posted By Scoutman
The snow is receding, and you might make it over...

The snow is receding, and you might make it over in 3 weeks, but it will most likely be tight. Snotel is still showing 38" at Bunchgrass Meadows (5000ft). Snow is melting off at about 2"/day...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-25-2012, 11:40 AM
Replies: 3,261
Views: 155,751
Posted By Scoutman
Not sure about the Chain Saver, but lots of...

Not sure about the Chain Saver, but lots of folks, including myself, really like the Dupont Teflon spray that is available @ Lowes. Works great and is only $5/can
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-24-2012, 08:55 PM
Replies: 3,261
Views: 155,751
Posted By Scoutman
Motion Sports in CDA Looking to Support Adventure/DS Riders r

First let me say I have absolutely no affiliation nor interest in Motion Sports in CDA outside of being happy that someone is willing to expand a local business and support the ADV/DS community.
...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-24-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3,261
Views: 155,751
Posted By Scoutman
I just took the Ferry's and road at Bridge Creek...

I just took the Ferry's and road at Bridge Creek road a couple weekends ago..... Bridge Creek is an absolute blast. The ferry @ Gifford was fun also, as the river was quite low. I might suggest...
Forum: Ride reports 05-15-2012, 09:36 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 37,031
Posted By Scoutman
JJ...... Won't be making the Diamond Lake get...

JJ...... Won't be making the Diamond Lake get together, cause I don't have a KLR, but you are definitely in my neck of the woods and would be happy to put on a few miles with ya or purchase a...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-06-2012, 06:58 AM
Replies: 7,920
Views: 1,465,731
Posted By Scoutman
Been prepping my 05 ADV for the run north this...

Been prepping my 05 ADV for the run north this summer......Not just today, but for the last few weekends...... Tires, Tubes, Oil Change, New Fuel Pump Points, Valve Check ( had to drop 1 shim size...
Forum: Alaska 04-20-2012, 05:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,524
Posted By Scoutman
12 foot seems to be the ticket.

12 foot seems to be the ticket.
Forum: Americas 04-17-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,102
Posted By Scoutman
Having taken a little ride last summer with...

Having taken a little ride last summer with Sorebutt as a route finder, I can attest that he picks some great roads and is very knowledgeable about the area. I would agree that the Lolo Motorway is...
Forum: Americas 04-16-2012, 06:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,856
Posted By Scoutman
Try the Pelican Pub/Brewery in Pacific City for...

Try the Pelican Pub/Brewery in Pacific City for good food and good beer, and Fort George Public House in Astoria for great beer and a killer sausage platter.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-10-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 552
Posted By Scoutman
Not on mine anyway. The bearings are nice and...

Not on mine anyway. The bearings are nice and smooth and there is no corrosion, but those spacers just wont budge. I guess I will drive them out and order new ones in order to replace the...
Forum: Orange Crush 04-09-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 552
Posted By Scoutman
Cush Drive Bushing Removal

I read through the description on the HOW about servicing/replacing the cush drive bearings on my 05 950. The how to shows the spacers already removed, but doesnt really say how to remove them. ...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-29-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 823
Posted By Scoutman
I ordered OEM air filters from KTM-Twins and had...

I ordered OEM air filters from KTM-Twins and had them in just a couple of days via regular freight...... Good people over there.
Forum: Orange Crush 03-29-2012, 08:59 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,001
Posted By Scoutman
Wachs......Those fastways are sweet. Where did...

Wachs......Those fastways are sweet. Where did you find them in orange?
Forum: Americas 03-23-2012, 01:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,501
Posted By Scoutman
Big Agnes Gold Creek 20* and pad is the setup I...

Big Agnes Gold Creek 20* and pad is the setup I am taking to AK this summer. It doesn't pack the smallest being synthetic, but it is plenty warm with the insulated pad and served me well down into...
Forum: Alaska 03-22-2012, 09:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,524
Posted By Scoutman
After talking with the ferry lady this morning, ...

After talking with the ferry lady this morning, I found out the See AK special will run again this summer. Basically, If you sail out of Haines southbound, or Prince Rupert northbound, you are...
Forum: Alaska 03-22-2012, 06:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,524
Posted By Scoutman
I am definitely going to put in a call to the...

I am definitely going to put in a call to the ferry folks to get the skinny, but this info helps alot. Thanks a bunch for the link!!! I searched in the AK sub forumn, but didn't think to search...
Forum: Alaska 03-21-2012, 06:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,524
Posted By Scoutman
Alaska Marine Highway and Bikes

The tail end of our AK run this summer will include some time on the ferry out of Haines. Having never done any boat travel with the bike, I am curious how it works. Do they load the motorcycles...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 03-15-2012, 01:05 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,426
Posted By Scoutman
One of the reasons for a lack of smaller vendors...

One of the reasons for a lack of smaller vendors (especially adv related vendors) may be the cost of booth space. In speaking with Kurt and Martha of BDCW on Friday, they said the cost of a 10x10...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-10-2012, 05:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 838
Posted By Scoutman
Thanks to everyone. Put in a new o-ring, ...

Thanks to everyone. Put in a new o-ring, flushed out all of the old mineral oil and replaced it with ATF. Worked good all day, but will be replacing the entire thing with an Evo unit soon. At...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-10-2012, 07:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 838
Posted By Scoutman
Pulled the resevoir cap as suggested, virtually...

Pulled the resevoir cap as suggested, virtually empty. Left the hydraulic hose attached to the slave and pulled it loose, nasty black mineroil came pouring out. Topped off the fluid and sure...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-09-2012, 06:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 838
Posted By Scoutman
Should have bought a new clutch slave kit

First ride of the year today, just enough snow gone to get out. Rode over to Black Dog Cycle Works outside of Sandpoint, ID to pick up a bunch of goodies from Kurt and Martha. Talked to Kurt...
Forum: Alaska 03-09-2012, 08:52 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,277
Posted By Scoutman
We'll be heading over to North Pole after D2D, ...

We'll be heading over to North Pole after D2D, so we will definitely stop in for some BBQ and do a little caraousing!:D
Forum: Alaska 03-09-2012, 07:14 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 28,883
Posted By Scoutman
1. Copy these instructions along with the most...

1. Copy these instructions along with the most current list of names.
2. Hit "New Reply" button (no, not the "quote" button).
3. Paste your copy.
4. Add the next number and your name; each member...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 02-08-2012, 05:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,053
Posted By Scoutman
+1 on McDuffs.... Good Beer, Great Food........

+1 on McDuffs.... Good Beer, Great Food..... Other options...

Laughing Dog - Sandpoint, ID ( Tap Room, free munchies, Good Beer)
The Porch in Hayden, ID
Moontime in CD'A
The Elk in Spokane...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-19-2012, 03:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,524
Posted By Scoutman
Well I for one would be interested in the...

Well I for one would be interested in the progress of this build .. Headed to AK myself and am still researching options for additional range on the 950.. Looks like a great start. McMaster Carr...
Forum: Ride reports 01-17-2012, 09:08 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 122,791
Posted By Scoutman
Hey JJ, When you headed out west again?... Gonna...

Hey JJ, When you headed out west again?... Gonna be rollin up to AK come June, would love to hook up for a little off road fun. Gonna take the big KTM up to the frozen north, but never turn down...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-17-2012, 07:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,222
Posted By Scoutman
For me, the choice was simple. I can take the...

For me, the choice was simple. I can take the 950 ADV anyplace a GS, Strom, Tiger, or any other street oriented dual sport can go and do so in relative comfort. With a proper saddle, gearing,...
Forum: Orange Crush 01-14-2012, 05:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,577
Posted By Scoutman
Thanks again guys, these are great ideas and...

Thanks again guys, these are great ideas and advice. Heated grips are already on the bike, and I put a Mr. Ed's Moto seat on last summer. Can't reccomend that thing enough. Spare keys are ziptied to...
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