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Forum: GS Boxers 05-18-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 887
Posted By xjon
I find dumping pops out the clear lenses and...

I find dumping pops out the clear lenses and strips/breaks the screw holes. I have reinforced the circumference with electrical tape to help prevent this and has held on well for years. I think 2 of...
Forum: Thumpers 04-09-2013, 10:40 PM
Replies: 4,829
Views: 638,142
Posted By xjon
No HAM here...

But I do love Bacon!

Antennas are on top of Saddleback Mtn. Just needed some mega dose of radiation.
Forum: Thumpers 04-07-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 4,829
Views: 638,142
Posted By xjon
thanks for the reply Lost and Spud

Pic of where my CRF got me today...
http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/xjona/1365394470_zps81aef0a2.jpg
Forum: Thumpers 04-06-2013, 09:44 PM
Replies: 4,829
Views: 638,142
Posted By xjon
brake lever suggestions...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/xjona/1365308048_zps9b7632f8.jpg[/IMG]recently purchased a 250l and had a great day on the trail. However dismounting from a hitch rack at home was its first...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-29-2012, 10:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 725
Posted By xjon
And who is this Anton you speak of, and how do I...

And who is this Anton you speak of, and how do I get a hold of him?
Forum: GS Boxers 11-29-2012, 08:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 725
Posted By xjon
Check out this video on...

Check out this video on YouTube:<br/><br/>http://youtu.be/QGLrZPjGGmY

Shock is dry.
Forum: GS Boxers 11-28-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 725
Posted By xjon
New leak...final drive

Just realized after a ride to the store a quarter sized oil spill. Sure enough it's from the final drive. Did the wheel shake test and it seems solid. Took wheel off and checked where its leaking...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-05-2012, 10:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 327
Posted By xjon
excellent! thanks To clarify, when you say...

excellent! thanks

To clarify, when you say "walk on ferry" you mean I dont have to take bike on the ferry....correct?
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-05-2012, 09:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 327
Posted By xjon
Need trip advice...

Hopefully the girl and I will make it up there next week. I used to live in Lynnwood when I was a teenager but I would like to show the girl a little more than the town I used to live in. So if you...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-02-2012, 12:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,208
Posted By xjon
I think it's swmototires.com They changed...

I think it's swmototires.com
They changed their website and I don't like the way it works. Used to be simple.
Anyways, thanks for the quick replies!!!
Forum: GS Boxers 04-02-2012, 12:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,208
Posted By xjon
Brain fart...need help with tire shops

Stupid here...been awhile since I ordered tires and was looking online and trying to find out what store I ordered my tires from. Been ordering from same place and now I can't think of it.

Its in...
Forum: GS Boxers 10-20-2010, 11:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 799
Posted By xjon
fair price for '06 cast wheels?

I have a set of cast wheels which Im thinking of getting rid of during the next tire change. They are in good condition. Was wondering what they would go for as a set on craigslist? I checked the...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 08-14-2010, 11:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By xjon
ooops...no name..doh! Thanks Joel. Actually...

ooops...no name..doh!

Thanks Joel. Actually was looking for a second jacket already since the thing has started to fall apart. Just had main zipper replaced. guess now is the perfect time to...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 08-13-2010, 08:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By xjon
heads up on stolen bmw jacket

Just wanted to ask peeps to keep an eye out for a stolen bmw Rallye 2 pro jacket. Dont remember what size but it had the protective pads liner only. No inner gortex liner. Probably a medium size (im...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-14-2010, 09:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,494
Posted By xjon
Go faster...loose the death grip...let the bike...

Go faster...loose the death grip...let the bike wiggle underneath you...any sign of trouble blip the throttle. Take deep breaths and look well ahead. Oh yeah, enjoy the ride.
Forum: Equipment 05-13-2010, 04:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 689
Posted By xjon
rallye 2 pro jacket repair

My jacket is finally showing signs of deterioration. My zippers wont stay shut anymore. Anyone know who I can send them to for some fixing?

As I recall there is a woman that everyone sends their...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-29-2009, 08:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,260
Posted By xjon
http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/xjona/R120...

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/xjona/R1200GS/IMG_3346.jpg
When you constantly have to pick up your bike then you might see it as I do.:1drink
Forum: GS Boxers 07-29-2009, 08:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,659
Posted By xjon
The guy said "low-cost"

Phone book!

http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn49/xjona/IMG_4203.jpg
For a recent trip I needed additional padding. So I looked around the work place and found some eggcrate foam and sheepskin...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-29-2009, 08:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,260
Posted By xjon
Regarding the spoke wheels...

A GS just doesnt look right without the spokes. I always breath a sigh of relief when I swap mine for spokes. It could be because dirt is in the near future, but I think its more the looks.
Forum: GS Boxers 07-08-2009, 01:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,437
Posted By xjon
My 1st thought was, "dont let go!" Whew, thought...

My 1st thought was, "dont let go!" Whew, thought I was the only one.
Forum: GS Boxers 07-08-2009, 01:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 379
Posted By xjon
I know you ride a KLR, Grinder...thats why I took...

I know you ride a KLR, Grinder...thats why I took it as a compliment.

caveman- I knew about the beads but was clueless about light fluids. I thought these GS runs without fluid. Other than gas...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-08-2009, 12:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 379
Posted By xjon
Thanks Grinder! Aint no shame in my game. ...

Thanks Grinder! Aint no shame in my game.

The rule: "cheapest thing on a BMW motorcycle is the owner" applies here.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 07-07-2009, 11:53 PM
Replies: 7,141
Views: 540,150
Posted By xjon
OlDirt- go to google maps and search: Skyline...

OlDirt- go to google maps and search:
Skyline dr, corona and that will be the start from Corona. trail will take you to north main divide.
From Santiago canyon rd, take Silverado canyon rd to maple...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-07-2009, 09:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 273
Posted By xjon
thats good to hear about acerbis. I am a fan of...

thats good to hear about acerbis. I am a fan of their products. Good to know their service is excellent. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: GS Boxers 07-07-2009, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 379
Posted By xjon
Ive been breaking those too. I tried super glue...

Ive been breaking those too. I tried super glue but that does the CSI trick inside the lense and leaves you with a permanent white haze (with your finger prints). So I started putting electrical tape...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 07-06-2009, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7,141
Views: 540,150
Posted By xjon
Started riding at 10 till 3. Not a single soul...

Started riding at 10 till 3. Not a single soul from ADV that I met. Cool to see a caravan of 10 FJs cruising up there. All of them were blue and white.

Interesting about the hikers. Everyone I...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 07-04-2009, 11:41 PM
Replies: 7,141
Views: 540,150
Posted By xjon
Will be up Saddleback tomorrow, but dont know...

Will be up Saddleback tomorrow, but dont know what time. So if you see a solo white motorcycle, wave this FF over.
Forum: GS Boxers 06-30-2009, 08:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,296
Posted By xjon
Hey Walt-FL, tell me thats not you in your...

Hey Walt-FL, tell me thats not you in your venting machine suit in your avatar. I would be embarrased to say if it was...:shog
If its not, then zoom in!
Forum: GS Boxers 06-30-2009, 03:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,296
Posted By xjon
for long rides...

I've ridden in Arizona heat before which is dry heat at 100-105*. I ride with moisture wicking shirt and open some vents on the jacket to keep air circulation going (yes, I wear the jacket). Also...
Forum: Equipment 05-28-2009, 09:14 AM
Replies: 479
Views: 167,460
Posted By xjon
regarding hose reel...

Dont love it but works just fine. Have another for back yard. But that one your looking at Ive replaved the water connection since the copper link can start to wear. That and an upgraded nozzle....
Forum: Equipment 05-27-2009, 08:55 PM
Replies: 479
Views: 167,460
Posted By xjon
Just in...from delivery truck!

Kelty Car Tarp- MSRP $110 bought for $90 shipped. 4 lbs 22" long 4-5" dia packed. It is suppose to attach to a roof rack on a car and the rest gets staked down. Here are some pics of it:
what comes...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-27-2009, 08:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 930
Posted By xjon
yeah....I cant handle your truth!

Closest i get is walking over to it and looking it over. But when I fire that GS up, Id better have the helmet ready cause Im riding around the neighborhood.
Forum: Equipment 05-26-2009, 10:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,541
Posted By xjon
http://metroracing.com/images/SUPER%20VICTORY%20BO...

http://metroracing.com/images/SUPER%20VICTORY%20BOOTS.jpg[/URL]

Only a marvel comic superhero would wear those...I want something a storm trooper would go to battle with!:norton
Forum: Equipment 05-26-2009, 10:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,878
Posted By xjon
I ride with crossfires srs. Comfort all day long....

I ride with crossfires srs. Comfort all day long. I wear thin socks with them. Only time I notice them is when I go into a restaurant and then I can hear them squeek. Seems like the whole restaurant...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-22-2009, 07:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 750
Posted By xjon
I can see where it would work great by sealing...

I can see where it would work great by sealing the bottom riveted area from splitting. I would assume that instance is rare though as Ive never heard anyone complain about that. The real weakness in...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2009, 10:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,333
Posted By xjon
Sorry about the problems. Have you tried...

Sorry about the problems.

Have you tried highway pegs on crash bars? Taller seat or additional padding might help.

I sometimes dangle my foot while cruising and extend my knees (careful of...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2009, 10:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By xjon
Oh yeah...suspension...preload stiff and rebound...

Oh yeah...suspension...preload stiff and rebound hard enough that it doesnt buck you off. I have my front preload maxed out (stockers are crap but they still work for me). And the rear towards the...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2009, 09:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 539
Posted By xjon
Shockwise- Stocker are fine unless of course you...

Shockwise- Stocker are fine unless of course you have the $ burning a hole in pocket problem. I say ride till it pukes :evil

Sounds like you have your riding areaas all mapped out. Check out the...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2009, 09:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 750
Posted By xjon
Great idea! Certainly a market for it here.

Great idea! Certainly a market for it here.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2009, 08:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,281
Posted By xjon
well he says he never uses the clutch on the...

well he says he never uses the clutch on the upshifts...
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