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Forum: Orange Crush 05-19-2013, 05:31 PM
Replies: 302
Views: 68,059
Posted By JBird
Beautiful!! Looks like you threw the entire...

Beautiful!! Looks like you threw the entire Power Parts Catalogue at it.

Thanks for all the detailed photos!
Forum: Orange Crush 05-15-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 11,327
Posted By JBird
I do think reading Orange Crush will scare the...

I do think reading Orange Crush will scare the heck out of non owners or new owners.

To those that have owned these bikes and put miles on them most of these issues are minor, rare, on...
Forum: Battle scooters 05-14-2013, 05:44 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 18,975
Posted By JBird
I'm in!! Looks like a reincarnation of my ZB50!...

I'm in!! Looks like a reincarnation of my ZB50! So it is off to the Honda dealer while I wait on the KTM 1190R to get to the US.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-09-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
Is this an "R" without the crashbars and the...

Is this an "R" without the crashbars and the plastic protectors added??
Forum: Orange Crush 05-06-2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
Does the R have a remote preload for the rear...

Does the R have a remote preload for the rear shock? Haven't seen it in a photo.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-29-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
Just got my issue of BIKE - they chose the GS:cry...

Just got my issue of BIKE - they chose the GS:cry I normally respect those Brits but I think they had to have gotten this wrong!
Forum: Orange Crush 04-29-2013, 04:42 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
Does the 1190R have a remote preload? Didn't...

Does the 1190R have a remote preload? Didn't see it in the photos.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-12-2013, 03:42 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,858
Posted By JBird
Jen, I think you need to solve this through...

Jen,

I think you need to solve this through PMs so everybody else isn't involved.

I've ordered a number of times through KTMTWINS and have always been very happy. In fact I would go out of my...
Forum: Orange Crush 03-29-2013, 07:57 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
Here is another quote by tall guy. "can't wait to...

Here is another quote by tall guy. "can't wait to get the new boxer"

That explains the old man attitude!
Forum: Battle scooters 03-02-2013, 05:37 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 6,858
Posted By JBird
Here is what I would do. For $3,800 you would...

Here is what I would do. For $3,800 you would have two nice low mileage scooters. Test the waters - you want something different - sell these and start over - you can't lose any money on these...
Forum: Racing 01-21-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2,774
Views: 129,459
Posted By JBird
I appreciate Speed running the results of the...

I appreciate Speed running the results of the 450s across the bottom of the screen during the 250 race!!!

Nothing like knowing the results of a race you are about to watch.
Forum: Battle scooters 01-16-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 696
Posted By JBird
Tell us the details of the transaction. I've...

Tell us the details of the transaction. I've been looking at TMAXs and there are a still a lot of new 2009s - I'm just waiting for a dealer to get right on one.:deal
Forum: Racing 01-15-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 728
Views: 73,543
Posted By JBird
This guy isn't even wearing a helmet!!!

This guy isn't even wearing a helmet!!!
Forum: Orange Crush 12-28-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
No

No
Forum: Orange Crush 12-27-2012, 07:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By JBird
Thanks for that! Gets me searching in the right...

Thanks for that! Gets me searching in the right direction. I knew someone on here would have some good info
Forum: Orange Crush 12-27-2012, 03:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By JBird
Question About KTM Moto GP Marshaling Bikes

At the Indy round of the Moto GP the Marshals were all on KTM 990 Adventures. I am looking for the brand and type of helmet they were wearing. It was some brand of half helmet but I can't find...
Forum: Orange Crush 11-21-2012, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
"With so much propulsive power, the front wheel...

"With so much propulsive power, the front wheel can become very light, which can quickly lead to unpleasant kick-back on uneven roads or following a slight stimulus at the handlebar. The Adventure R...
Forum: Orange Crush 11-17-2012, 02:09 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
How does KTM's tubeless system work with the...

How does KTM's tubeless system work with the spokes??
Forum: Ride reports 11-15-2012, 02:46 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 72,099
Posted By JBird
Joe, Are you a KTM employee? Ever worked...

Joe,

Are you a KTM employee? Ever worked for KTM? Being compensated in any way? Is there KTM support on the trip?

Just want to get this out in the open before the trip begins. Looking...
Forum: Orange Crush 11-11-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 3,234
Views: 717,148
Posted By JBird
That observation was from Chippy Wood. I think...

That observation was from Chippy Wood. I think he is a pretty credible source whose opinions are usually spot on.

BIKE Magazine isn't afraid to let in be known when they don't like something.
...
Forum: Day Trippin' 10-31-2012, 04:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,216
Posted By JBird
Great ride - thanks for sharing it with us. ...

Great ride - thanks for sharing it with us. Time to move back home!! Have you done any track days down there in Savannah?? I forget the name of that track - small and flat.
Forum: Beasts 03-06-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,620
Posted By JBird
Can AM

I'd much rather see a Can Am branded dual sport!!!


Bombardier knows how to make an engine!!! The Aprilia and Buell V-Twins, BMW singles - and now their quads and side by sides.


I also...
Forum: Beasts 03-05-2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 17,138
Views: 2,757,982
Posted By JBird
I need to get some new hobbies!!!!

I need to get some new hobbies!!!!
Forum: Road warriors 03-04-2012, 01:31 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 46,455
Posted By JBird
The VFR became obsolete when Honda added V-Tec...

The VFR became obsolete when Honda added V-Tec and took away the gear driven cams. They claimed customers didn't like the noise of the gear drive - yea right - we all complained about that!!!
Forum: Racing 03-03-2012, 08:31 PM
Replies: 2,751
Views: 181,052
Posted By JBird
Embarrissing!

Embarrissing!
Forum: Beasts 02-29-2012, 03:05 PM
Replies: 4,009
Views: 580,465
Posted By JBird
Triumph reps at the show in Charlotte said "no...

Triumph reps at the show in Charlotte said "no demo bikes in Daytona this year."

Bummer - Looks like we will have to ride the Super Tenere. Triumph better hope we don't fall in love with...
Forum: Beasts 02-15-2012, 04:25 PM
Replies: 17,138
Views: 2,757,982
Posted By JBird
You got beat by a KLR!!!:rofl:rofl:rofl:rofl

You got beat by a KLR!!!:rofl:rofl:rofl:rofl
Forum: Beasts 02-15-2012, 04:22 PM
Replies: 1,302
Views: 591,109
Posted By JBird
I installed that on my Strom last weekend - ...

I installed that on my Strom last weekend - very, very, nice!! Fit was perfect, hardware is nice, mounting points are solid - this thing is going no where!

I did get the Stainless steel version...
Forum: Beasts 02-10-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 475
Posted By JBird
I put this on V-Strom. Love it!!! I had...

I put this on V-Strom. Love it!!! I had already changed out the front springs and installed a fork brace.

This brake conversion was the missing piece!!!

Great Mod!
Forum: GS Boxers 02-01-2012, 05:25 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,222
Posted By JBird
LOL:lol3:lol3:lol3:lol3 1st time I've been to...

LOL:lol3:lol3:lol3:lol3 1st time I've been to Gspot in months and now I remember why I don't come in here!!!!!!
Forum: Beasts 01-31-2012, 04:51 AM
Replies: 17,783
Views: 3,059,703
Posted By JBird
On the HP2 Enduro they went to the forks for...

On the HP2 Enduro they went to the forks for travel and to save weight. The Telelever is very heavy. The USD forks dictated the trellis frame - boxer engine lends itself to be stressed for the...
Forum: Beasts 01-27-2012, 05:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,953
Posted By JBird
After reading this thread I decided to clean my...

After reading this thread I decided to clean my clutch pushrod - took all of about 10 minutes. No need to take off the counter sprocket cover.

I've had a few sloppy lurching take offs when in a...
Forum: Racing 01-25-2012, 04:09 AM
Replies: 2,751
Views: 181,052
Posted By JBird
Watching that pass again on Weimer - looks like...

Watching that pass again on Weimer - looks like he was falling off his bike to the inside before James ever got there.

Watch is again closely before James gets there. I'm not a Stewart fan, I'm...
Forum: Beasts 01-23-2012, 06:27 PM
Replies: 4,009
Views: 580,465
Posted By JBird
Punchdude - you don't have to bash the 1200 to...

Punchdude - you don't have to bash the 1200 to justify your purchase - congratulations on the Yamaha - now please move to that thread!

You pulled the trigger before ever even seeing - let alone...
Forum: Racing 01-22-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,864
Posted By JBird
Not to mention that the teams serviced their...

Not to mention that the teams serviced their bikes on the liaison going into the endurance stage and the top riders had air mattresses and such during the night.

They were only supposed to have...
Forum: Beasts 01-14-2012, 06:50 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 20,300
Posted By JBird
This is why I keep my V-Strom - you can't find...

This is why I keep my V-Strom - you can't find threads like this about the other brands.

All positive here - no haters!:lol3
Forum: Beasts 01-13-2012, 04:52 PM
Replies: 7,774
Views: 3,011,778
Posted By JBird
I've never run the 705s before but I've ridden...

I've never run the 705s before but I've ridden with quite few guys who run them and are very happy with them - and on heavier bikes than the Strom. If they don't work I'll swap them out. I'll let...
Forum: Racing 01-12-2012, 07:39 AM
Replies: 5,267
Views: 638,789
Posted By JBird
# of Thread Views

Got up this morning excited to watch Ned's progress. I've been keeping tabs on him but hadn't chimed in - so it got me to thinking about how many of us are cheering for him silently.

This...
Forum: Beasts 12-30-2011, 03:18 PM
Replies: 7,774
Views: 3,011,778
Posted By JBird
Spent this week getting her ready for the next...

Spent this week getting her ready for the next trip!!!!

Added Jessie Bags, Tool Tubes, Rotopax, Shinko 705s, Nissin Calipers off a 929, Braided Lines - she is ready to go.
...
Forum: Beasts 12-24-2011, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4,984
Views: 911,907
Posted By JBird
That makes me want one!

That makes me want one!
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