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Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains Today, 06:02 AM
Replies: 3,208
Views: 128,249
Posted By mcgarrett
Good idea with the tank bag. I wasn't sure if the...

Good idea with the tank bag. I wasn't sure if the angle would be ok for the toll reader, but that would be the easiest place for me.
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains Yesterday, 04:45 PM
Replies: 3,208
Views: 128,249
Posted By mcgarrett
EZPass mounting

Does anyone have an EZPass mounted on their bike? I'm going to use it on my upcoming trip, and it's hard to tell from EZPass's rudimentary illustrations where best to mount it. Thanks.

Michael
Forum: Thumpers 06-16-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Any tips for mounting it?

Any tips for mounting it?
Forum: Thumpers 06-16-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Bashplate toolbox

I'm hoping to hear from folks who have installed a bashplate toolbox (pros, cons, type, etc.). It's doubtful I'd be able to get one before my Trans Lab adventure kicks off next Saturday, but it could...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 06-11-2013, 06:19 AM
Replies: 35,878
Views: 1,952,654
Posted By mcgarrett
I'll be passing through Maine (6/24 - 6/25) on my...

I'll be passing through Maine (6/24 - 6/25) on my way to a TLH-NL-NS loop and was wondering if anyone can recommend lodging establishments in Brunswick and Caribou. Thanks.

Michael
Forum: Canada 06-08-2013, 07:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mcgarrett
Thanks for the advice. I booked the ferries today...

Thanks for the advice. I booked the ferries today (except Riviere-du-Loup, which is first come, first served).
Forum: Canada 06-08-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 219
Posted By mcgarrett
Monnomania and I are finalizing our plans: ...

Monnomania and I are finalizing our plans:

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=890576
Forum: Canada 06-05-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mcgarrett
Cabot Trail is definitely on our itinerary....

Cabot Trail is definitely on our itinerary. Here's a slightly modified plan:

Date---------Start---------------Finish
6/26/13-----Presque Isle, ME-----Riviere-du-Loup--->Tadoussac (ferry@1445)...
Forum: Americas 06-04-2013, 07:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 574
Posted By mcgarrett
PM sent. Maybe we can link up in NS and ride back...

PM sent. Maybe we can link up in NS and ride back to DC area.
Forum: Canada 05-27-2013, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 460
Posted By mcgarrett
Riding through your area - Join us

Hello Canadian inmates,

Monnomania and I are planning a Trans-Lab, Newfoundland, and Nova Scotia trip. Here are the tentative details:

Date-------Start----------------Finish
6/27/13---Presque...
Forum: Thumpers 05-26-2013, 04:13 PM
Replies: 595
Views: 94,138
Posted By mcgarrett
ABS light not working

Model: xChallenge
Year: 2007
ABS: Yes
Mileage at time of issue: Unknown, currently 92xx
Date of occurrence: Just noticed shortly after buying bike, might have been this way at time of purchase....
Forum: Thumpers 05-24-2013, 02:31 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
I'm having some difficulty getting the bag set up...

I'm having some difficulty getting the bag set up on the bike. If you have any photos of how you've routed the straps, I'd really appreciate it.
Forum: Thumpers 05-23-2013, 05:33 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
I ended up getting the Diablo because of its...

I ended up getting the Diablo because of its lower profile. Not mounted yet.

For those of you with the Fandango or Diablo, has anyone sealed the seems?
Forum: Equipment 05-20-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,074
Posted By mcgarrett
Dan, Noob mistake on my part. I didn't...

Dan,

Noob mistake on my part. I didn't realize there were slots behind the pockets. I've got my straps routed through there now, and I think it should work fine. Thanks.
Forum: Thumpers 05-20-2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Tool kit

Thanks to everyone for your helpful inputs.
Forum: Equipment 05-20-2013, 03:33 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,074
Posted By mcgarrett
Dan, I can't quite tell from the photo how...

Dan,

I can't quite tell from the photo how you have the straps routed. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Forum: Equipment 05-20-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,074
Posted By mcgarrett
Thanks kk3an. What are you using to secure the...

Thanks kk3an. What are you using to secure the bags?
Forum: Thumpers 05-20-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Tool kit

Any thoughts or experience with this tool kit?

http://www.advdesigns.com/ulcobmwg650x.html

Here's a cheaper alternative:

http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/cruztools-rtb1-bmw-tool-kit
...
Forum: Equipment 05-19-2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,074
Posted By mcgarrett
If anyone has pics of an install with Touratech...

If anyone has pics of an install with Touratech pannier racks and Rok straps, I'd greatly appreciate it. I can't seem to find the best way to minimize forward and backward movement of the bags....
Forum: Thumpers 05-19-2013, 03:38 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
George at Beemers uber Alles removed the subframe...

George at Beemers uber Alles removed the subframe and Dan McNeely TIG welded the attachment points. George then reassembled the bike and completed the install.
...
Forum: Americas 05-17-2013, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 371
Posted By mcgarrett
Chris, I'm fairly flexible with my schedule, and...

Chris, I'm fairly flexible with my schedule, and it would be nice to see Newfoundland. The only constraint for me is trying to keep my time away from work to about two and a half weeks. And since...
Forum: Americas 05-17-2013, 08:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 371
Posted By mcgarrett
Very good suggestions. Thanks. That ferry is...

Very good suggestions. Thanks.

That ferry is a bit pricey. It's $165(CDN) for a motorcycle plus $414(CDN) per person for a two-bed standard room.

Chris, any thoughts?
Forum: Americas 05-16-2013, 04:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 371
Posted By mcgarrett
I'd like to keep the mileage to under 350 each...

I'd like to keep the mileage to under 350 each day, and I think it would be fun to really take in the sites and scenery. But you do make a good point about having a plan for the extra time.
Forum: Americas 05-16-2013, 05:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 371
Posted By mcgarrett
I've been on an overnight ferry, and I was glad I...

I've been on an overnight ferry, and I was glad I had an actual room and bed. That's the main reason I'd want to make the reservation.
Forum: Americas 05-15-2013, 04:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 371
Posted By mcgarrett
Washington DC area to TLH - Late June

I'm in the early planning stages for a trip from the DC area to the TLH and back. I've been discussing it with Monnomania, and he might be in. Would welcome any additional riders, since this is my...
Forum: Thumpers 05-06-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
We ran a diagnostic, and it registered the ABS...

We ran a diagnostic, and it registered the ABS button being pressed in. I'm not seeing any info on just replacing the ABS bulb/LED light.
Forum: Thumpers 05-04-2013, 02:28 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
I'm sure Hedd would be happy to oblige. On...

I'm sure Hedd would be happy to oblige.

On an unrelated note, has anyone ever had issues with their ABS light not working? My ABS functions (as we found out with a test on the dirt), but the light...
Forum: Thumpers 05-04-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Three X-Challenges have a play-date

A little bit of dirt and gravel with Butters and Hedd riding through Northern Virginia horse and wine country.

http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w677/mcgarrett91/X-Cx3_zpse5874e22.jpg
Forum: Thumpers 04-28-2013, 09:45 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
The problem I'm finding is that the bike shops...

The problem I'm finding is that the bike shops can't do the TIG welding, and the welders can't disassemble the parts of the bike necessary to do the welding. I'm going to try and get the welder to...
Forum: Thumpers 04-25-2013, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
I'm going to give the Fandango a try. I do like...

I'm going to give the Fandango a try. I do like the waterproof aspect and the other features.
Forum: Thumpers 04-22-2013, 04:34 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Tank Bags

Any suggestions for a top-quality tank bag that fits well on the X-Challenge? I see the Touratech one, but it's a bit pricey.
Forum: Thumpers 04-22-2013, 07:44 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
hedd, The 461 was prepared by EPM...

hedd,

The 461 was prepared by EPM Performance to be 1.5" lower. I had to get a special mounting bracket from them for the oil reservoir to attach to my Touratech subframe.

We're in the same...
Forum: Thumpers 04-22-2013, 04:21 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
It's the Pro Screen from...

It's the Pro Screen from www.parabrisascurtain.com.
Forum: Thumpers 04-21-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
It's close to being "ready" for some adventures. ...

It's close to being "ready" for some adventures.

To-do list:

- Shorten sidestand or get a shorter one (Hyperpro rear shock lowered the height a bit).

- Get X-Tank installed.
...
Forum: Thumpers 04-21-2013, 10:47 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
I didn't request sealed rims, and I didn't see it...

I didn't request sealed rims, and I didn't see it on the invoice, so I'm assuming they're not. I'm running the tires with tubes.

Here's the itemized breakdown:

Front rim - 231.99
Rear rim -...
Forum: Thumpers 04-21-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
As requested, Woody's wheel porn (Excel A60 with...

As requested, Woody's wheel porn (Excel A60 with new OEM hubs; K60 Scout rear and TKC 80 front):

http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w677/mcgarrett91/front2_zps7b55c980.jpg
...
Forum: Thumpers 04-20-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Attempt #1: ...

Attempt #1:

http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w677/mcgarrett91/wheel3_zpsc51d2874.jpg

http://i1335.photobucket.com/albums/w677/mcgarrett91/wheel4_zps4d9a7c49.jpg
...
Forum: Thumpers 04-20-2013, 12:19 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
X-Challenge wheels, seat, fork springs for sale

I just replaced my X-Challenge wheels with a new set from Woody. I believe the old ones were original with the bike (~8500 miles) and appear to be in good shape. They have Dunlop Rally Raid D908...
Forum: Thumpers 04-04-2013, 03:32 PM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Here's what I'm having to do: Local shop...

Here's what I'm having to do:

Local shop will discharge gas from shock to reposition hose and temporarily mount with EPM Performance bracket (~$75) that will allow oil reservoir and TT subframe to...
Forum: Thumpers 03-30-2013, 11:57 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 723,978
Posted By mcgarrett
Hyperpro plus TT Subframe

Does anyone have a Hyperpro shock with oil reservoir mounted to a Touratech subframe? The local shop is having difficulty with the install, specifically with the oil reservoir not mounting onto the...
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