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Forum: Vendors 03-31-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
Here's the best I could get from yesterday, and...

Here's the best I could get from yesterday, and you can only tell it's Kriega by the harness. Great ride though, and the pack was comfortable and kept me hydrated.
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Forum: Vendors 03-31-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
Ah, I thought it came with the bladder. I bought...

Ah, I thought it came with the bladder. I bought the bladder on its own and purchased the R15 for some extra storage. No matter though as a black zip tie worked perfect all weekend.




I'll...
Forum: Vendors 03-26-2013, 08:35 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
:ricky My "touring" setup usually consists...

:ricky

My "touring" setup usually consists of a couple days worth of clothing and my credit card, so I don't imagine I'll need much more. :D Right now I've got enough gear for the street and the...
Forum: Vendors 03-26-2013, 07:48 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
I just picked up a few more Kriega bits today and...

I just picked up a few more Kriega bits today and while going through my new R15 and putting the bladder in, I noticed there isn't anything to secure the hose with on the front of the pack. Am I...
Forum: Vendors 02-20-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
Do all the US5's come with the eyelets like the...

Do all the US5's come with the eyelets like the picture below, or is that a special version or strap that was added? Thanks! ....Steve
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Forum: Vendors 02-19-2013, 07:44 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
Again, thanks! I think I'm leaning towards the...

Again, thanks! I think I'm leaning towards the Hydra and 2 of the US5's. One on the bike and one on the pack. Should work out well.
Forum: Vendors 02-19-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
Thanks a lot for the reply and advice. I'll dig...

Thanks a lot for the reply and advice. I'll dig through the thread and net for a few photos of the Hydra and check out how the US5 would fit on my bike. I've got the US10 and 20 but wouldn't mind...
Forum: Vendors 02-19-2013, 11:16 AM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
I'm looking for a way to carry water, tools and a...

I'm looking for a way to carry water, tools and a few odds and end on the dirt bike. Which would you suggest as my best option?

I need to carry 2 liters of water, snacks and some tools all the...
Forum: Canada 02-19-2013, 10:13 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,907
Posted By Steveo.
The other thing the insurance companies seem to...

The other thing the insurance companies seem to be ignoring is the fact that 95% of motorcycle owners in Canada are also paying car insurance at the same time as bike insurance, but not driving their...
Forum: Canada 02-19-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,907
Posted By Steveo.
Ouch, that stings! I pay around $715 a year for...

Ouch, that stings! I pay around $715 a year for full coverage on a 2011 Monster 796 with one ticket in the last 10 years. If my insurance went to over $3000+ I'd be getting rid of the bike and...
Forum: Orange Crush 02-14-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 802
Posted By Steveo.
Weird. You'd think you'd want people to know...

Weird. You'd think you'd want people to know what they're getting when dropping that kind of cash. I don't care about an icon, but would pay if I saw value in it.

Thanks for the reply....
Forum: Orange Crush 02-14-2013, 10:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 802
Posted By Steveo.
I just had a look at it today after buying my...

I just had a look at it today after buying my first KTM and was surprised to see it's $200 for a membership. Can you fill me in on what that gets you? I'm not a big forum guy and was surprised to...
Forum: Canada 02-14-2013, 08:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 773
Posted By Steveo.
Blackfoot has the best selection if you just want...

Blackfoot has the best selection if you just want to try stuff on and then order. Or, try it on at Blackfoot and then run across the street to Blackfoot Direct and order it from Dean. Great guy and...
Forum: Canada 02-13-2013, 10:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,641
Posted By Steveo.
That's brutal. I've got my Monster and while...

That's brutal. I've got my Monster and while it's nearing the end of it's warranty, it would sure be nice to have an official dealer locally. Thankfully Brian and Sport Cycle are fantastic to deal...
Forum: Road warriors 01-30-2013, 05:32 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 17,084
Posted By Steveo.
Congrats on the bike! Now it's time to call Jeff...

Congrats on the bike! Now it's time to call Jeff at Monsterparts.com to get some mirrors and exhaust for it. The stock mirrors vibrate so much they're not usable ( and they're ugly) and the exhaust...
Forum: Vendors 01-02-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
I'm pretty sure those compression straps would...

I'm pretty sure those compression straps would solve my issue 100%. I'll shoot you a PM though with the details and list of what I got with my kit. Thanks again!
Forum: Vendors 01-02-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
HUGE help! Thanks! Looks like I may have the...

HUGE help! Thanks! Looks like I may have the older version of the US20, which was part of my problem, so I couldn't remove the whole "kit" as one unit. I seem to have a mixture of older straps and...
Forum: Canada 01-02-2013, 11:36 AM
Replies: 548
Views: 67,892
Posted By Steveo.
Thinking of a new bike and just wanted to be...

Thinking of a new bike and just wanted to be clear that if the RIV says "all models" in the admissable column, it doesn't matter what model or year, I can import it to Canada? I'd like to find a...
Forum: Vendors 01-01-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
Thanks for the link. I checked out that one as...

Thanks for the link. I checked out that one as well as all the other Revzilla videos to see if they showed how to do it but other than the vague reference to "these loops", there's not much info. ...
Forum: Vendors 01-01-2013, 01:17 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
Also, if there's a detailed photo or set of...

Also, if there's a detailed photo or set of instructions on how to attach the 10(s) to the 20, that would be great. I got it on there, but I'm not sure it's how they were intended to mate. I found...
Forum: Vendors 01-01-2013, 11:29 AM
Replies: 757
Views: 64,484
Posted By Steveo.
I've got a couple of questions for you guys. I've...

I've got a couple of questions for you guys. I've currently got an R25 that I use every day for commuting (worlds greatest backpack!!), a Tank adapter, US20 and a US10. I'm trying to figure out a...
Forum: Canada 12-30-2012, 01:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,270
Posted By Steveo.
I'll be there Friday at noon. Hope to make a...

I'll be there Friday at noon. Hope to make a decision on whether I'm buying a new bike or committing to riding mine for a couple more years and buy dirt bikes for the kids instead.. I'm also hoping...
Forum: Beasts 12-27-2012, 10:01 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,700
Posted By Steveo.
I rode dirt bikes all my life, and am pretty good...

I rode dirt bikes all my life, and am pretty good on one! and bought a Monster 796 as my first street bike. Put 9000 km on it the first year with no problems and didn't come close to laying it down,...
Forum: Canada 12-15-2012, 07:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,019
Posted By Steveo.
Did you find the bike was much cheaper to buy and...

Did you find the bike was much cheaper to buy and import compared to buying locally? I'm looking for another bike (GS is on the list) but haven't researched buying from the US. I've done it with...
Forum: Americas 12-10-2012, 08:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
If I do decide to replace the Ducati I'll...

If I do decide to replace the Ducati I'll probably look for something a little more maintenace friendly and less expensive to maintain. I do like the Multistrada but I'd like something I can get...
Forum: Americas 12-07-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
I'll have to take your word for it because I have...

I'll have to take your word for it because I have no idea what any of that means. :D :huh
Forum: Americas 12-07-2012, 07:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
I think the knee soreness is due to 4 surgeries,...

I think the knee soreness is due to 4 surgeries, and how my leg is tucked back to sit on the pegs. If it was farther forward, I'd be OK but the geometry of the bike won't allow much for changes. I...
Forum: Americas 12-07-2012, 09:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
Initially the thought was Cancun as accomodation...

Initially the thought was Cancun as accomodation was simple for us and our families since we are all planning on meeting up there. After some initial route planning, the ride down and back would have...
Forum: Americas 12-06-2012, 05:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
Thanks for the advice. I'll talk to my riding...

Thanks for the advice. I'll talk to my riding buddies and we can make the adjustments to the route. We'd like great scenery and roads, especially since we don't intend to spend much time off the...
Forum: Americas 12-06-2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
Not sure if this link will work, but it's the...

Not sure if this link will work, but it's the initial, very tentative route.
...
Forum: Americas 12-06-2012, 02:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
Thanks for the info, it's appreciated. We...

Thanks for the info, it's appreciated.

We spent a few hours going through different routes and after looking closer at the topography, we're going to head for Mazatlan instead to avoid the long...
Forum: Road warriors 12-05-2012, 10:20 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 17,084
Posted By Steveo.
I've got a 2011 796 and love it. Great commuter...

I've got a 2011 796 and love it. Great commuter bike with good power, lightweight and handles like a dream. I'm 5'9" so it fits great as well. I'm heading out for the summer on it in June and will...
Forum: Americas 12-05-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Steveo.
Calgary to Mazatlan?

We're looking to head down to Mexico in late June, 2014 from Calgary, AB. Has anyone done a similar run? My initial question (of many, I'm sure) is where is the safest/suggested border crossing in to...
Forum: Canada 08-27-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 26,637
Posted By Steveo.
Thanks for the info. Started heading up that way...

Thanks for the info. Started heading up that way today and met up with a buddy and had a change of plans. Ended up heading west for the day instead of north but if the schedule allows it, I may go...
Forum: Canada 08-26-2012, 07:58 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 26,637
Posted By Steveo.
How much gravel should I expect if I come in from...

How much gravel should I expect if I come in from Rocky? I may run up tomorrow on my Monster.
Forum: Canada 08-18-2012, 07:46 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 26,637
Posted By Steveo.
I'm planning to head out this week for a ride but...

I'm planning to head out this week for a ride but have no set destination. Is this thing planted somewhere? I may make it my goal, if it's stashed, and I've got a nice spot to relocate it to as...
Forum: Canada 06-07-2012, 01:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 953
Posted By Steveo.
iPhone mount?

I read some where in my searches that people were looking for a weather proof iPhone case and I found this. http://www.dealfind.com/products/calgary/ergogadget?a=044673be03d4

Has anyone tried...
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