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Forum: EMEA 04-28-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 708
Posted By racer
Been there and done that several times. Really...

Been there and done that several times. Really good riding up in the mountains. There's no way to read the signage in Slovenia. Good luck.
Forum: Thumpers 03-09-2013, 09:36 AM
Replies: 6,743
Views: 524,278
Posted By racer
Anyone know if a DR650 engine will fit in a KLR...

Anyone know if a DR650 engine will fit in a KLR frame without too much cutting and welding. :ear
Forum: Thumpers 03-09-2013, 09:31 AM
Replies: 77,058
Views: 13,983,351
Posted By racer
I like the DR because its aircooled and no...

I like the DR because its aircooled and no doohickey to fix unlike the KLR. I like the KLR because it is big and roomy with a 6 gallon gas tank. Has anyone ever put a DR motor in a KLR frame? Best...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 03-08-2013, 06:48 AM
Replies: 11,325
Views: 664,850
Posted By racer
Anyone riding to Daytona?

Leaving from Vincennes, midday on Monday. I'll be heading down 41 to the Pennyrile then I-24 to Nashville then Chattanooga. Pm me if you're headed that way.
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 02-28-2013, 02:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 427
Posted By racer
I agree that some shops don't actually check the...

I agree that some shops don't actually check the valves. I was in a Kawasaki shop talking to the mechanic and asked if I could just grind down the valve shims in my KLR if they were out of...
Forum: Racing 02-24-2013, 11:28 AM
Replies: 246
Views: 10,048
Posted By racer
Missed the start, who led the first lap?

Missed the start, who led the first lap?
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 02-18-2013, 06:47 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,508
Posted By racer
In my hillclimbing days, we used to add lightness...

In my hillclimbing days, we used to add lightness to go faster. :deal
Forum: Old's Cool 02-03-2013, 09:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,684
Posted By racer
A couple things... If you are riding a...

A couple things...

If you are riding a vintage bike with known issues like points breaking, why wouldn't you carry a spare set or two, cheap and they take up no room.

As to "why I ride...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-16-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 720
Posted By racer
I had a 2004 1150gsa for a while too. Biggest...

I had a 2004 1150gsa for a while too. Biggest piece of crap I've ever owned. Surging, over heating and pinging in traffic, burned oil, wimpy front forks,and lots of very expensive parts with a...
Forum: The Garage 01-10-2013, 01:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,853
Posted By racer
First remove the brake caliper from the holder. ...

First remove the brake caliper from the holder. That way you can install it after the axle is in place and you don't have to fool around lining up the pads with the rotor. Next start the axle in...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 12-30-2012, 09:22 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,850
Posted By racer
A few years ago, when Harley's were in big...

A few years ago, when Harley's were in big demand, we pulled into an underground hotel parking area in Daytona during bike week. The police had just left and the owner of the stolen Harley was just...
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 12-27-2012, 06:49 AM
Replies: 11,325
Views: 664,850
Posted By racer
We have about 12 inches of wet heavy snow here in...

We have about 12 inches of wet heavy snow here in Vincennes and the Wee will stay in the garage.
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 12-11-2012, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11,325
Views: 664,850
Posted By racer
Woodsrat, it's me Racer. We've been emailing...

Woodsrat, it's me Racer. We've been emailing back and forth with Bud.
After your last email and invite, I've started reading this thread.

Sounds like there are some pretty good riders here. I...
Forum: Trip Planning 10-22-2012, 09:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,662
Posted By racer
Absolutely no problem at all over the past ten...

Absolutely no problem at all over the past ten years. I always carry on all my riding gear so it doesn't get lost in transport. I have only had one complete search and that was this year in...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 08-20-2012, 10:16 AM
Replies: 629
Views: 88,470
Posted By racer
I once talked to a dealer mechanic and asked him...

I once talked to a dealer mechanic and asked him why I couldn't just put my KLR valve shims on a surface grinder to bring them in to spec. He told me that they always take thicker shims when they go...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 06-20-2012, 10:26 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,419
Posted By racer
Chicken strips

I like mine dipped in BBQ sauce.
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 06-18-2012, 05:02 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 13,500
Posted By racer
[QUOTE=MisterPX;18054459]How technical is that...

[QUOTE=MisterPX;18054459]How technical is that section of the twat? Am pretty much a noob to off road riding.[/QUOTE

When I rode it two years ago, there was nothing too hard as long as you know...
Forum: The Garage 06-12-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,102
Posted By racer
I needed a front tire during Bike Week a few...

I needed a front tire during Bike Week a few years ago on my 2001 Bandit. Had the local Suzuki dealer mount a Dunlop, I forget which one. I noticed after leaving that the front end seemed to...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 03-29-2012, 08:10 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,197
Posted By racer
Yep, I noticed that also. Not many riding around...

Yep, I noticed that also. Not many riding around with those type paniers aren't on this forum. Now will you please step forward and identify yourself?
Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States 02-13-2012, 10:31 AM
Replies: 11,325
Views: 664,850
Posted By racer
WTF, I'm 8 minutes in to this vid and no runs up...

WTF, I'm 8 minutes in to this vid and no runs up the hill yet. :snore:snore
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 01-28-2012, 06:22 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,139
Posted By racer
mail box riding

My friends call what I do, mail box riding. When I'm out wandering, I go down any road the doesn't have a mail box.
Forum: Thumpers 12-26-2011, 10:56 AM
Replies: 6,743
Views: 524,278
Posted By racer
Sounds like you are running lean. Check to make...

Sounds like you are running lean. Check to make sure your carb is not dirty. If it pops on deceleration, then you have an obstruction somewhere in your carb. You also may have an air leak in or...
Forum: Thumpers 08-02-2011, 07:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,313
Posted By racer
Check to make sure the carb vent is not clogged. ...

Check to make sure the carb vent is not clogged. Have you done the carb vent mod by placing a T in the vent hose, then running it up under the seat?

Also, check that your vacuum hose between the...
Forum: Trials 07-06-2011, 06:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,927
Posted By racer
FYI, most bearings and seals are standard. Just...

FYI, most bearings and seals are standard. Just take the old bearing for a match to any bearing supplier (look in the Yellow pages) and you can save big bucks.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 06-12-2011, 08:30 AM
Replies: 986
Views: 54,587
Posted By racer
If loud pipes save lives, just think what rider...

If loud pipes save lives, just think what rider training could do.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-04-2011, 11:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,714
Posted By racer
It's a sales tax issue. At 7 percent here in...

It's a sales tax issue. At 7 percent here in Indiana, you can save a bunch by trading bikes with someone. Buying a five thousand dollar used bike will cost you 350 dollars in sales tax. If you...
Forum: Road warriors 03-03-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 10,687
Posted By racer
Oconnor, You better replace more than just that...

Oconnor, You better replace more than just that FD seal. I'd throw a new crown bearing in there ASAP. Generally, the seal starts leaking when the crown bearing cage starts to deteriorate. Little...
Forum: Beasts 03-02-2011, 11:21 AM
Replies: 721
Views: 66,148
Posted By racer
Ordered my Raven way back in September. The red...

Ordered my Raven way back in September. The red patch will come off the side of the nachelle as soon as I get it home. Anybody want to buy a KLR or FJR?
Forum: Road warriors 03-01-2011, 10:23 AM
Replies: 526
Views: 119,550
Posted By racer
2004 bmw 1150 gsa

Totally loaded with Touratec stuff. What a piece of crap. A time bomb waiting to go off. Burned oil, I know, they all do that. Power assisted brakes....who needs powered brakes on a bike and a...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-02-2011, 12:13 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,137
Posted By racer
Run, run very fast

Save your money and wait for the Yamaha Super Tenere.
Forum: Old's Cool 01-29-2011, 08:47 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 22,450
Posted By racer
I rode the piss out of one those Yamaha 80 backin...

I rode the piss out of one those Yamaha 80 backin the 60's. Look around the swap meets and Ebay for a GYT kit. They were sold by Yamaha to hop up the engines. Usually had a, new cylinder, piston,...
Forum: Equipment 12-12-2010, 02:27 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,452
Posted By racer
Last spring I got a notice raising the renewal...

Last spring I got a notice raising the renewal price to around 170. I called and asked why the raise. I couldn't hardly understand the guy on the other end, probably Indian. He told me so much...
Forum: Beasts 12-09-2010, 07:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,724
Posted By racer
I had an 04 GSA and only kept it a couple months....

I had an 04 GSA and only kept it a couple months. I felt after some research there were just going to be too many time bombs waiting to go off. I almost ran it out of oil, down a quart in just 2500...
Forum: Thumpers 05-31-2010, 06:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 420
Posted By racer
Ground the spark plug against the engine and hit...

Ground the spark plug against the engine and hit the starter button. If its getting fire, the spark plug will spark.
Forum: Thumpers 05-07-2010, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 892
Posted By racer
There is a back bleed hole in the master cylinder...

There is a back bleed hole in the master cylinder plunger that lets the brake fluid back into the master cylinder when the brake lever is released. If the previous owner adjusted the brake lever up...
Forum: The Garage 05-07-2010, 07:04 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,902
Posted By racer
Sounds like you heated it to red hot, bent it,...

Sounds like you heated it to red hot, bent it, then I'll bet you put it in cold water to cool it. That crystalizes the metal making it hard and brittle. You should have known....:deal
Forum: The Garage 04-15-2010, 10:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,289
Posted By racer
A KDX is no CB1000. :deal

A KDX is no CB1000. :deal
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 04-07-2010, 09:56 AM
Replies: 6,464
Views: 1,240,889
Posted By racer
I get that all the time on my FJR.

I get that all the time on my FJR.
Forum: Thumpers 04-05-2010, 07:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,601
Posted By racer
How about you just stay on the road until you...

How about you just stay on the road until you learn to ride. :deal
Forum: The Garage 04-04-2010, 08:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,742
Posted By racer
Just grab the small shampoo bottle from the motel...

Just grab the small shampoo bottle from the motel room. Free and doesn't take much room.
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