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Forum: Beasts 06-10-2013, 12:25 PM
Replies: 4,104
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Posted By Brian06
Edder, have you tried the Explorer touring...

Edder, have you tried the Explorer touring windscreen (taller than the stock screen)? I have similar measurements to you and I find there to be little to no buffeting with it set in the furthest...
Forum: Beasts 06-07-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
So I used to do this with my Launch Edition...

So I used to do this with my Launch Edition Explorer. Then I brought it in for service and they changed the seat bar thing as part of a service bulletin. Now I found I can't get the seat in place in...
Forum: Beasts 05-28-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
I'm 6'2" and I have the 2" Rox risers. I find it...

I'm 6'2" and I have the 2" Rox risers. I find it allows me to adjust the bars to the perfect position.I have mine positioned almost straight up. They are a pain to install though...
Forum: Canada 11-29-2012, 02:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,689
Posted By Brian06
I ended up storing the bikes with my parents and...

I ended up storing the bikes with my parents and we'll do a fly and ride in spring.
Forum: Canada 11-20-2012, 06:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,689
Posted By Brian06
I definitely realize that :) when my wife and I...

I definitely realize that :) when my wife and I decided to pick up and move we chose the Okanagan as I feel for our hobbies it best suits us.
Forum: Beasts 11-19-2012, 07:04 PM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
Thanks for the ideas. I called the dealer and I...

Thanks for the ideas. I called the dealer and I am waiting to hear back.
Forum: Beasts 11-19-2012, 12:15 PM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
leaky fork

I noticed my bikes right hand side fork leg is leaking oil. I've lost probably 3 tablespoons of oil so far based on the size of the puddle. If I use this http://www.sealmate.net/ and it stops the...
Forum: Canada 11-15-2012, 05:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,689
Posted By Brian06
I landed an IT job with Tolko Industries in their...

I landed an IT job with Tolko Industries in their head office in Vernon. I'm still in awe of how scenic and twisty the roads are out there. :D
Forum: Canada 11-15-2012, 06:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,689
Posted By Brian06
I checked that too but I wonder if there are D...

I checked that too but I wonder if there are D rings inside or anything to attach straps to? I do like the idea of buying a used trailer and selling it once out there but the place I'm at has limited...
Forum: Canada 11-14-2012, 11:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,689
Posted By Brian06
Thanks for the ideas. I hadn't thought of plastic...

Thanks for the ideas. I hadn't thought of plastic wrapping it. The tarp idea kind of scares me if the wind is catching it.

Can't wait to start riding in beautiful British Columbia :)
Forum: Canada 11-14-2012, 07:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,689
Posted By Brian06
Relocating to BC, ideas on moving the bikes in December

So the plan is to move to Vernon BC (from Winnipeg, MB) in December. I need to figure out how to transport my 2 bikes out there. I had been thinking of renting a UHaul open trailer but the bikes...
Forum: Beasts 10-22-2012, 07:29 AM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
I noticed that too.

I noticed that too.
Forum: Canada 10-04-2012, 09:59 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 8,754
Posted By Brian06
Working IT in Winnipeg (Quality Assurance...

Working IT in Winnipeg (Quality Assurance Analyst). If there are any Inmates in the Okanagan in the IT field shoot me a PM, I want out of the prairies!
Forum: Canada 10-04-2012, 08:31 AM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
So with winter coming up where are the best...

So with winter coming up where are the best prices on 10W40 synthetic oil in the city?
Forum: Canada 10-04-2012, 07:59 AM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
That was about the saddest thing I ever read. I...

That was about the saddest thing I ever read. I don't think I ever realized how in an instant your life could be so drastically changed. The blog/book he wrote was too much for me.
Forum: Ride reports 08-30-2012, 08:52 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 37,758
Posted By Brian06
Morel mushrooms:...

Morel mushrooms: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morel_mushroom

"Where fire suppression is practiced morels often grow in small amounts in the same spot year after year. If these areas are overrun by...
Forum: Beasts 08-20-2012, 07:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,499
Posted By Brian06
I had no problems with Jesse... Weird. I didn't...

I had no problems with Jesse... Weird. I didn't order online though, I just called them up and placed my order. They told me it would be about 3 weeks for delivery since they were still in...
Forum: Beasts 08-16-2012, 09:04 AM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
Wow have a great trip! Looking forward to the RR.

Wow have a great trip! Looking forward to the RR.
Forum: Ride reports 08-16-2012, 06:53 AM
Replies: 436
Views: 95,668
Posted By Brian06
Dave, I say good riddance to that camera. I took...

Dave, I say good riddance to that camera. I took the same one on a vacation trusting that it was fully waterproof for under water photography. Turns out mine was defective and took on water....
Forum: Ride reports 08-15-2012, 07:23 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 37,758
Posted By Brian06
I plan to one day do this ride with my wife and...

I plan to one day do this ride with my wife and your RR is inspiring me to get on planning this.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 08-09-2012, 07:07 AM
Replies: 21,767
Views: 4,703,562
Posted By Brian06
Exactly what I was thinking.

Exactly what I was thinking.
Forum: Ride reports 08-07-2012, 06:32 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 37,758
Posted By Brian06
Subscribed!

Subscribed!
Forum: Canada 08-02-2012, 01:03 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
Has anyone here rode through Nopiming Park at all...

Has anyone here rode through Nopiming Park at all this year? I am just wondering what the conditions of the gravel roads are like. I was thinking about taking the Explorer out there next weekend to...
Forum: Canada 07-21-2012, 05:43 AM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
:poser

:poser
Forum: Canada 07-20-2012, 08:42 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
I don't know, I took the test in Winnipeg 2 years...

I don't know, I took the test in Winnipeg 2 years ago now. I didn't think it was particularly tricky. I picked a 3pm appointment so there wasn't too much traffic. Just remember to signal, shoulder...
Forum: Canada 07-20-2012, 04:28 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
The new bike is great. I got my Jesse luggage...

The new bike is great. I got my Jesse luggage installed and it looks pretty sweet if I don't say so myself.
The 25th of August should work for me.
Forum: Canada 07-20-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
words to live by

words to live by
Forum: Canada 07-20-2012, 01:31 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
Yum... it's decided, that is where I shall ride...

Yum... it's decided, that is where I shall ride tomorrow.

Thanks for the advice re: the boats. My wife almost got taken out by a truck towing one on the #1 on the long weekend. Pretty sure the guy...
Forum: Canada 07-20-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
Good to know, I had never been to Turtle...

Good to know, I had never been to Turtle Mountain. Baudette looks like it could be an interesting ride, maybe I'll check that out.
Forum: Canada 07-20-2012, 12:18 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
Day trip suggestions?

I'd like to go for a long day trip tomorrow and I am looking for some suggestions. I would be leaving from Winnipeg and would prefer paved roads. I had been considering heading to Turtle Mountain...
Forum: Vendors 07-14-2012, 08:58 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 54,667
Posted By Brian06
Got my Odyssey II luggage all installed....

Got my Odyssey II luggage all installed. http://img.tapatalk.com/8ea1a43a-4005-eed5.jpg
Forum: Canada 07-09-2012, 09:55 AM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
Hey all, I just saw this in the Freep this...

Hey all,

I just saw this in the Freep this morning:
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/Manitoba-woman-dies-in-motorcycle-crash-161778615.html

My father in law works in the Hanover...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 06-24-2012, 08:40 PM
Replies: 1,093
Views: 147,643
Posted By Brian06
My first try at HDR ...

My first try at HDR
http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/9482/campingz.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/151/campingz.jpg/)
Forum: Vendors 06-12-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 377
Views: 54,667
Posted By Brian06
Awesome! Hopefully mine ship this week. Did you...

Awesome! Hopefully mine ship this week. Did you order the top box as well?
Forum: Beasts 06-07-2012, 07:09 AM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
Get some pics up when they arrive. I'll be...

Get some pics up when they arrive. I'll be anxiously awaiting mine! It will be nice to finally be able to bring stuff with me when I go riding.
Forum: Vendors 06-07-2012, 06:28 AM
Replies: 377
Views: 54,667
Posted By Brian06
The brackets for the explorer look great! Can't...

The brackets for the explorer look great! Can't wait to hear that mine have shipped :D
Forum: Beasts 06-07-2012, 06:24 AM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
I was told my Jesse bags were shipping on June...

I was told my Jesse bags were shipping on June 12th.... maybe they found a prototype? I hope....
Forum: Beasts 05-26-2012, 05:12 PM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
I'm only 6'2" but on the tallest setting it's...

I'm only 6'2" but on the tallest setting it's perfect.
Forum: Beasts 05-22-2012, 06:29 AM
Replies: 4,104
Views: 597,554
Posted By Brian06
You have to be a member and logged in to view the...

You have to be a member and logged in to view the attachments on that forum.
Forum: Canada 05-20-2012, 09:44 PM
Replies: 9,675
Views: 522,074
Posted By Brian06
Nice bike Calan. How are you liking it so far?

Nice bike Calan. How are you liking it so far?
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