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Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States Yesterday, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 101
Posted By rycomm
Since I posted this, I've also done some...

Since I posted this, I've also done some Googling. It seems Kent Park, about 10 miles east has a decent campground. There is an RV park in Amana, but it seems a bit to commercial. I've played with...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States Yesterday, 07:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 101
Posted By rycomm
Amana Iowa area....

I'm headed to the Amana area for a couple of days soon. I'm planning on riding the VStrom. Anyone have any recommended places to camp, good roads. Any other comments or suggestions are welcome too. ...
Forum: Thumpers Yesterday, 06:57 PM
Replies: 19,503
Views: 2,875,443
Posted By rycomm
I think the Edge taillight is the most popular. ...

I think the Edge taillight is the most popular.

I don't think I'll be taking the chainguard off, but whatever works for some people.

Scotts seems to be the damper that most people go with....
Forum: Thumpers 05-20-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
Brett, I had a very similar experience with my...

Brett, I had a very similar experience with my Vstrom a few months ago.
I was sure it was the battery, as it was the OEM from 07. It ended up being the stator, but I replaced the battery anyway....
Forum: Beasts 05-20-2013, 02:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,084
Posted By rycomm
My 'Strom is my big bike, so my experience may be...

My 'Strom is my big bike, so my experience may be biased. I feel the buffeting from semis more than the crosswind. But I have a friend who rides a street glide and that was her first question....
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 05-18-2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 4,134
Views: 221,975
Posted By rycomm
This should be an easy one to keep things moving....

This should be an easy one to keep things moving.

http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa372/rycomm/IMG_1758.jpg (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/rycomm/media/IMG_1758.jpg.html)

Looks like...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 05-18-2013, 02:01 PM
Replies: 4,134
Views: 221,975
Posted By rycomm
TAG : Worden Ag / Implememts. Hwy 56 / Douglas...

TAG : Worden Ag / Implememts. Hwy 56 / Douglas Cty 1039. This, the school and the chruch is all of Worden (unincoporated) KS. South of Lone Star Lake, north of Centropolis. My memory was wrong, Globe...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 05-16-2013, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4,134
Views: 221,975
Posted By rycomm
[QUOTE=Schnickelfritz;21426512]Don't know about...

[QUOTE=Schnickelfritz;21426512]Don't know about teepees there. Where were they?


They were right behind the school. It's been about 10 years since I did that commute on a regular basis. The...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 05-16-2013, 05:20 PM
Replies: 4,134
Views: 221,975
Posted By rycomm
But will I be able to make it there before...

But will I be able to make it there before someone else?

It's too bad about the school. I always thought it was kinda cool out there by itself. Are the teepees gone?
$90K for 8 acres and a...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 05-16-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 4,134
Views: 221,975
Posted By rycomm
I think I know this one, with the help of the...

I think I know this one, with the help of the clue. I think it west, and near some railcars in a field. Near a round atlas? If so I used to pass that way a couple times a week.

Ryan
Forum: Thumpers 05-15-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
They should be the same, most likely haven't...

They should be the same, most likely haven't updated the chart.

Ryan
Forum: Beasts 05-15-2013, 07:58 PM
Replies: 415
Views: 71,310
Posted By rycomm
I stopped by my local Honda dealer today to...

I stopped by my local Honda dealer today to checke out the new CBs.
They had two of the "r"s, and offered me a demo ride. I declined, because I knew I was interested in the X or F. Their last F was...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-09-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 11,905
Posted By rycomm
I don't feel so bad after reading this. ...

I don't feel so bad after reading this.
However, a friend called me yesterday and told me of a free bike to good home. How can I refuse that. I don't know where I'm going to put it though.

Ryan
Forum: Thumpers 05-09-2013, 06:22 AM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
It may be easier if the ground lead of your...

It may be easier if the ground lead of your meter has an alligator clip on it. Then you can clip it to a good ground (or batt) and just meter the switch ect with the pos lead. This doesn't work for...
Forum: Thumpers 05-08-2013, 10:31 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
Try putting the bulb in the bulb holder, and then...

Try putting the bulb in the bulb holder, and then checking with the meter, at the plug. I'm guessing that with the bulb in, the power or ground is not making good enough connection with the load of a...
Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States 05-07-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7,010
Views: 478,790
Posted By rycomm
Bo, since I seem to be in the market for a...

Bo, since I seem to be in the market for a camera, I was wondering how you like yours. I recall it is an Olympus. I've read about all the major makes weatherproof models. There doesn't seem to be a...
Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States 05-05-2013, 07:39 PM
Replies: 7,010
Views: 478,790
Posted By rycomm
Here are a couple of photos from our ride with Bo...

Here are a couple of photos from our ride with Bo last weekend.

Riders in the fog / mist.
http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa372/rycomm/TARKC%20April13/IMG_1946_zpsa32a43a5.jpg...
Forum: Tejas and the Gulf States 05-03-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 7,010
Views: 478,790
Posted By rycomm
Bo, thanks for posting these. I may have to steal...

Bo, thanks for posting these. I may have to steal a couple of them, just to prove that I was there. Especially since my camera died in the submerging of the DRZ.

Ryan
Forum: Thumpers 05-01-2013, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
There is (was?) a nice TU on the KC CL. I don't...

There is (was?) a nice TU on the KC CL. I don't know if that is too far to drive, but I think it was around $3K. http://kansascity.craigslist.org/mcy/3743865845.html

I actually found it. It's not...
Forum: Thumpers 04-25-2013, 09:09 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
I found the same problem on mine on the first...

I found the same problem on mine on the first night ride. It was a bad bulb. I think it was $2 for two. It is a 1.7 w bulb. There is only one. I think it is 2 10mm nuts that hold speedometer to the...
Forum: Thumpers 04-17-2013, 08:41 AM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
I had a Givi A600/601 on my bike for the winter....

I had a Givi A600/601 on my bike for the winter. It is a smaller version of what's posted above. http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa372/rycomm/IMG_1565.jpg...
Forum: Thumpers 04-14-2013, 06:25 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
A TU has about 4" of suspension travel. I think...

A TU has about 4" of suspension travel. I think that is the most limiting factor. I've ridden my TU on dirt / gravel roads with no problems. I've also ridden a short ways (1/2 mile) in deep loose...
Forum: Thumpers 04-11-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 19,503
Views: 2,875,443
Posted By rycomm
Red to a switched/ accesory (or battery, if you...

Red to a switched/ accesory (or battery, if you won't forget to turn it off). You may need to add a bit of wire (6") to the fused end. Black to ground / neg battery. You may need to crimp some ring...
Forum: Thumpers 04-11-2013, 06:34 PM
Replies: 19,503
Views: 2,875,443
Posted By rycomm
I would guess MSR ATV Hi. Probably $25-35. Way...

I would guess MSR ATV Hi. Probably $25-35. Way cheaper than the Rox risers and Protapers I did, for the same result. There seems to be more pullback on the ATV His, but the mids are straighter, and...
Forum: Ride reports 03-10-2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 6,454
Views: 1,902,723
Posted By rycomm
I think anti hassle tassels are earned, not...

I think anti hassle tassels are earned, not purchased.
Forum: Equipment 03-09-2013, 03:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 870
Posted By rycomm
I have used the Ortlieb when I had my KLRs. I've...

I have used the Ortlieb when I had my KLRs. I've got no complaints, but I did have the side rack protectors. I never had a leak, and they held up well on several longish trips. I have ridden with...
Forum: Thumpers 02-22-2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
I'm a little bit jealous, but there is 12" of...

I'm a little bit jealous, but there is 12" of snow on the ground right now.
I've gone over a week without driving my car in the summer, but I'm not quite ready to give it up. I have a daughter, and...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 02-20-2013, 11:38 AM
Replies: 790
Views: 245,275
Posted By rycomm
I think that is a 150 with a tailwheel STC. ...

I think that is a 150 with a tailwheel STC.

The struts are wrong for a 120 /140, and the side window looks like a 2 place. It could be a 140A with the single strut.

Or I could be completely...
Forum: Thumpers 02-20-2013, 05:54 AM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
It was only about a week old. I rode it on a 100+...

It was only about a week old. I rode it on a 100+ mile trip on the previous ride. When I filled up after getting the 60mpg, I did use premium. Maybe that made a bit of difference. I think it was...
Forum: Beasts 02-18-2013, 07:50 PM
Replies: 1,302
Views: 591,335
Posted By rycomm
Here are few from a few weeks ago in NW Arkansas....

Here are few from a few weeks ago in NW Arkansas.

Aslo posted this in the Vstrom pic thread, but seemed more fitting here.
I'm pretty sure this is Possum Creek Rd. It may be Pannell Rd though....
Forum: Beasts 02-18-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 7,781
Views: 3,013,247
Posted By rycomm
I've got a few recent photos from a trip I took a...

I've got a few recent photos from a trip I took a couple of weeks ago in NW Arkansas.

First is in far southern MO, near Roaring River.
...
Forum: Thumpers 02-17-2013, 05:10 PM
Replies: 7,849
Views: 1,025,718
Posted By rycomm
On Wednesday, it was sunny and fair temps for...

On Wednesday, it was sunny and fair temps for February, so I went for a ride. First in the morning I went to my nearby accessory dealer to pick up the bar end mirrors (bikemaster copies of the CRG) I...
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 02-14-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,029
Posted By rycomm
That third one is a Ducopi. I had one very...

That third one is a Ducopi. I had one very similar, but an older carbed one.
So, maybe not a twin, but a cousin? A nice group of bikes for sure.

Ryan
Forum: Thumpers 02-12-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 500
Posted By rycomm
Another endorsement for the Pro Grip 714. I've...

Another endorsement for the Pro Grip 714. I've got them on both my DRZ and 'Strom. And had them on both my KLRs. Best $10 accessory, though a Crampbuster is pretty good add on.

Ryan
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 02-06-2013, 07:01 PM
Replies: 4,134
Views: 221,975
Posted By rycomm
I'm pretty sure I know where the new one is. I'm...

I'm pretty sure I know where the new one is. I'm not sure how soon I can get there though.

Ryan
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 02-05-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 497
Posted By rycomm
In case any KC riders aren't aware,...

In case any KC riders aren't aware, http://www.rideforum.net/ is a local ADV / dirt site.

Ryan
Forum: Ride reports 02-04-2013, 06:04 AM
Replies: 6,454
Views: 1,902,723
Posted By rycomm
Thanks for the reply. I thought there was a post...

Thanks for the reply. I thought there was a post or link at the beginning of this thread. Maybe I'm not remebering correctly. I still shoot Jpeg, but now I'll go to RAW. Memory cards are cheap now. I...
Forum: Ride reports 02-03-2013, 10:19 PM
Replies: 6,454
Views: 1,902,723
Posted By rycomm
Dave, sounds like you and Francine had a nice...

Dave, sounds like you and Francine had a nice evening. And Leo Kottke is coming this week. A lineup like that doesn't happen in around here. Maybe one or the other every year or so. But, I'm closer...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 02-03-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 423
Posted By rycomm
I was there for a bit. I only took three pictures...

I was there for a bit. I only took three pictures I think. All of them of a pretty nice BSA Goldstar 500. I have a thing for old thumpers. There was also a sharp SR500, and a BMW R25 (29? 250 single,...
Forum: Day Trippin' 02-01-2013, 12:29 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 44,147
Posted By rycomm
Here I have been thinking everything on ADV has...

Here I have been thinking everything on ADV has been a little quiet for the winter, but somehow I've missed an iDave report for a month.

Thanks for taking the time to share, it makes me...
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