Forum: GS Boxers
10-28-2012, 06:36 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,292
Salvage Price
I wrecked my VW and I was able to buy it back from the insurance agency before they cut me a check for the totaled price. Call your insurance agent before it goes to auction.
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Forum: The Garage
08-04-2012, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 561
Valve stem
Take the wheel off the bike and have the shop put a metal valve stem on instead of the cheap rubber one. You will not have to think about for years to come.
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Forum: Equipment
06-15-2012, 03:19 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,736
Tire Pressure Guage
I can not seem to keep a tire pressure guage to work for more than a year. I prefer a digital read out but every one I have craps out. I will even replace the battery but that never fixes the...
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Forum: Vendors
02-18-2012, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 53
Views: 7,223
LED's
Do you still have a pair for sale?
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Forum: GS Boxers
01-28-2012, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,544
rear brake pads
I ride a 2004 R1150R with ABS and also found myself replacing my rear pads more often than I expected. The front pads are still original and look as good as new. I am going to replace my rears for...
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Forum: The Garage
12-24-2011, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,084
Job Offer
Just be careful who you associate with. 60 minutes did a special on contract workers from the US that were working in Saudi Arabia . They were on the compound watching a VHS of the Love Boat TV...
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Forum: Equipment
12-24-2011, 05:37 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,614
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Forum: The Garage
11-05-2011, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,994
AGM battery
My Odyssey Gel battery went dead after 3 1/2 years of constant use with heated gear. Battery was always on a trickle charge when not riding but still died on me. I hooked the dead battery on to a...
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Forum: Thumpers
09-24-2011, 01:55 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 255
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Forum: Thumpers
09-24-2011, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 10,708
Views: 1,199,648
2003 f650 cs
Found a 2003 BMW F650 CS that has no first gear for $2400, 13000 miles. What do you think? Should I get involved or stay clear?
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Forum: Equipment
04-09-2011, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 546
Himalayaleather Jacket
I have one of their older leather sport riding jackets and it is one of my favorite for fall & spring riding. Has held up fine and has lots of thick padding in all the right places. Leather is not...
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Forum: Equipment
04-01-2011, 03:25 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 855
Extended Warranty
I almost bought an extended warranty not knowing my bike but realized that to maintain the warranty I would have to let the dealership do all the routine maintaince. I am glad I passed, haven"t had...
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Forum: Equipment
12-11-2010, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 911
Belstaff Jacket
I have a Belstaff Challenger in a size Large. They run small and with the quilted liner fits very tightly. I love this jacket but can not wear it in the summer. Is fantastic for winter and late...
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Forum: Equipment
07-18-2010, 05:29 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,359
GPS Mount
What bike do you plan on mounting your GPS on to?
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Forum: Equipment
06-26-2010, 08:59 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 636
Stick Coil
I bought a used stick coil for my R1150R and was wondering how you would test it out. I know I could pull mine off my bike and try the used one but I would rather keep things running as well as they...
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Forum: Equipment
06-05-2010, 06:51 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 476
Goggles
I have avery nice pair of Embro over your glasses goggles that are new that I bought years ago that you can have for $20 shipped. Give me your e-mail and I can forward some pictures.
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Forum: Equipment
04-02-2010, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 302
running light modular
Kisan Signal Minder (http://www.customdynamics.com/kisan_signal_minder.htm) also turns your blinkers into running lights. Great company will replace your unit if you ever have a problem....
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Forum: The Garage
04-02-2010, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,650
Window regulator
I bought a new regulator with motor off of autoparts.com for about $50. Pulled the door panel off and loosen all the bolts that held the regulator on. Opened my shop manual and it said to lower...
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Forum: The Garage
03-07-2010, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,219
Water Softner
Stay clear of the Sears models, I went through 2 of them until I did some research and discovered that you should never have the electronics on top of the brine tank, Electronics and salt water do...
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Forum: Equipment
11-20-2009, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 207
Views: 18,088
heated gear
Can not go wrong with Gerbing, they have the best R&D, reputation and customer satisfaction. You can get some good deals on used Gerbings they recently changed their product line to a micro fiber...
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Forum: Equipment
11-06-2009, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 699
Goggles for glasses
I have a new pair that I bought and never used because I always ride with a full face helmet. Bought from Bob's BMW a few years ago for $50 will let you have them for $25. Can e-mail photos and...
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Forum: The Garage
10-23-2009, 06:38 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,729
How long will it last?
I have a huskavarna rider that I bought new in 1990. Kohler engine and I have never changed the oil, plugs or filter. Runs like new but the rest of the frame and deck are falling apart. Just had...
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Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains
09-05-2009, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 257
Views: 10,321
charlotte dinner
I'm in if the location is not too far from the main hospital down town, I get off at 7:00.
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Forum: Equipment
08-15-2009, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,961
Radian ear plugs
The reviews that I read stated that they do not reduce wind noise as well as a pair of cheap foam ear plugs. Sounds like a good product if they would improve the sound dampening property of the...
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Forum: Equipment
05-10-2009, 11:22 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 592
Inexpensive lights
I bought a set of halogens from Martinfabrication.com for about $140. They look just like the $300 PIAAs and the company was very helpful on the phone. They came with all the...
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Forum: The Garage
01-26-2009, 08:30 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 804
Tire Plug
Had 500 miles on my rear Metzler and found a nail dead center in tread groove. Took the wheel off and took it to Midas or Meineke and they put a string plug in it and told me not to tell anyone due...
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Forum: Vendors
01-09-2009, 04:21 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,414
Avon Tires
Received tires rear was Dec 05, Front was June 06. Will be mounting next week.
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Forum: Vendors
01-03-2009, 04:21 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,414
Avon Tires
What a deal I just purchased a pair on line.:clap Thanks for the tip!
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Forum: Equipment
11-30-2008, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 734
Water proof gloves
Have been riding in the winter rain and my Rukka Jacket keeps me dry but my gloves are wet and cold. Anyone have a recommendation for a good set of warm and dry waterproof gloves?
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Forum: The Garage
11-29-2008, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,246
Turn around plate
That is exactly what I was looking for. Will head out to lowes tomorrow.
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Forum: The Garage
11-28-2008, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,246
Turn around plate
I remember reading an article on how someone made a turn table to ride their bike onto in the garage and then rotate the bike around so they could ride out. I saw one for sale for $185 but I thought...
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Forum: Equipment
11-22-2008, 06:38 AM
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Replies: 42
Views: 1,526
Gerbing Gloves
My jacket linner gets cooking hot so I have to turn my thermostate down. The gloves never seem to get warm but my hands are never cold. I tried riding with standard non heated winter gloves and the...
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Forum: The Garage
11-12-2008, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,248
Car oil
The sherrif was telling me how they took their patrol cars to a local service station for oil changes and the engines where blowing up. Found out the service station was running 20W/40W and the new...
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Forum: The Garage
11-12-2008, 03:21 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,611
por 15
I used the Por 15 on my floor boards that looked like swiss cheese. I painted a coat and then layed fiberglass matting on top. Let it dry and painted another coat on top of the matt. It has been...
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Forum: Equipment
10-05-2008, 05:07 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 895
Joe Rocket Gear
I hav a Phonenix Mesh jacket with armour and a water proof linning. Wore it most of the summer, thought it was great. Keep me dry in many a down pour, and the armour gave me abit of security in my...
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Forum: The Garage
09-17-2008, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 868
Bolts changed
I changed out my rear brake caliper bolts with allen heads after torquing down the original Torx and rounding them out abit. I felt the next time around would be easier with the allens.
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Forum: Equipment
09-05-2008, 02:35 PM
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Replies: 135
Views: 8,221
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Forum: Vendors
08-14-2008, 06:46 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,125
Shop Clearance
Do you have a 170/60/17 Meztler or anything similar. Also would like a pair of boots Euro size 42.
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Forum: The Garage
08-08-2008, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 904
Tire changer
I just bought a tire changer from Harbor Tools on sale $39 for the changer and the motorcycle adapter to do the job for another $39 total of $80. Hope to be saving money in the long run.
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Forum: The Garage
07-17-2008, 12:42 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,458
Plugging Tire
I know you adventures plug your tires. Why does the bike shop refuse to plug? I have 500 miles on a new set of Metzler ZX6's and found a nail in the rear center deep groove. It was an easy fix and...
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