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Forum: Ride reports 05-18-2013, 10:20 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 37,495
Posted By Rob.G
I've not done the pre-dawn thing yet because it's...

I've not done the pre-dawn thing yet because it's been too cold. Out west here in the mountains, it's not unusual for summertime night temps to be in the 30's and 40's, so I tend to stay in bed...
Forum: Ride reports 05-18-2013, 08:41 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 37,495
Posted By Rob.G
He's right! The spaces out here are so wide...

He's right! The spaces out here are so wide open. The mountains are VERY tall. The scenery is absolutely amazing.

I've camped by myself several times. It's fun, though it's nice to have others...
Forum: Ride reports 05-18-2013, 09:24 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 37,495
Posted By Rob.G
My out of comfort zone experience began a few...

My out of comfort zone experience began a few months ago when I signed up to become a dirt bike instructor with Puget Sound Safety (www.pssor.com). They're expanding into Oregon to help with...
Forum: Thumpers 05-18-2013, 08:52 AM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Jetting isn't really rocket science. I've had a...

Jetting isn't really rocket science. I've had a mental block with regard to carburetors for years, but since all three of my bikes have 'em, I've had no choice but to learn.

I've found that...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-17-2013, 10:21 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 7,290
Posted By Rob.G
Because the goal isn't to make people stop...

Because the goal isn't to make people stop speeding; it's to ticket them to generate revenue. That's what it's all about and what makes it so wrong. Many speed limits are deliberately under-posted...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-17-2013, 09:02 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 7,290
Posted By Rob.G
I'm not sure if this is entirely on-topic, but I...

I'm not sure if this is entirely on-topic, but I suppose it kinda is. My one and only time running from the cops (and of course, succeeding). The year was 1998 and I was on my way back from the...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-17-2013, 07:43 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 7,290
Posted By Rob.G
Cops like to hide and go after the people like us...

Cops like to hide and go after the people like us who have gotten good at beating them at their game. They call us, "professional speeders," and they get off on getting us. It's not enough for them...
Forum: Ride reports 05-17-2013, 02:43 PM
Replies: 224
Views: 37,495
Posted By Rob.G
Awesome report! I just found it today and now...

Awesome report! I just found it today and now I'm subbed too!

If you find yourself out west in Oregon, PM me or something.. I'll show you around if you want. Or if you need a place to sleep, the...
Forum: Thumpers 05-17-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Have you jetted the bike yet? When I got my...

Have you jetted the bike yet? When I got my 2010, I was unimpressed by the mileage. It wasn't until I put a Dynojet kit in it that the milage went UP noticeably... from 50-ish like you're getting...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-14-2013, 03:31 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 7,290
Posted By Rob.G
It blows my mind the way some people think. ...

It blows my mind the way some people think.

Speed limits are a joke. That is exactly why people exceed them. Speed limits exist for ONE reason, and that's to generate revenue. Ticket costs are...
Forum: Thumpers 05-14-2013, 11:03 AM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Thanks! I guess since the bike is still pretty...

Thanks! I guess since the bike is still pretty new, they might be salvageable. Since I have time (while waiting on the head to come back) I can order them only if I need them.

Meanwhile... is...
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
But wait, there's more! :) Which clutch...

But wait, there's more! :)

Which clutch cover gasket do I need? I see a smaller one for $10 and a big one for $25.

Rob
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Nevermind; I found the p/n on that site and...

Nevermind; I found the p/n on that site and Googled it... got it through Amazon.com for $49.xx and then looked up the p/n on the springs and found them for $20.xx. Both on the way now.

Thanks...
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Thanks! Do you recall what the part number...

Thanks!

Do you recall what the part number was on it? And what about the Barnett springs?

Rob
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 4,819
Views: 634,236
Posted By Rob.G
You guys are gonna love 'em! I'm (finally)...

You guys are gonna love 'em! I'm (finally) ordering the 351 kit for my KLX250S this week, and also getting the optional head porting/bigger valves done.

AND, while I'm at it -- spend the money...
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 12:00 PM
Replies: 4,819
Views: 634,236
Posted By Rob.G
This is where I'm gonna do a little Honda...

This is where I'm gonna do a little Honda bashing... it's why I haven't considered owning another Honda til the CRF250L came along, and I do wonder even then. Back in 2003, I bought a new Honda...
Forum: Thumpers 05-13-2013, 10:02 AM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Hey, where is the cheapest place right now to get...

Hey, where is the cheapest place right now to get the EBC Dirt Racer clutch that everybody is using with the 351 kit? And the Barnett springs to go with it?

Thanks!

Rob
Forum: Day Trippin' 05-09-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 901
Views: 113,812
Posted By Rob.G
Awesome job on the new business (and the new...

Awesome job on the new business (and the new gf)!!! I'm so happy to hear things are going well!!!

Now I need to get out to Boise sometime just to see your shop.

Rob
Forum: Equipment 05-09-2013, 07:40 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 31,688
Posted By Rob.G
I picked up a Matte Black Large on Sunday; I was...

I picked up a Matte Black Large on Sunday; I was tired of riding pavement in a regular MX helmet and being pinged in the face by bugs. It was on the $99 deal, so I figured let's try it, especially...
Forum: Thumpers 05-09-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 4,819
Views: 634,236
Posted By Rob.G
A couple more tips regarding not damaging the...

A couple more tips regarding not damaging the valve due to low pressures... when your tire is off next time, use a drill and elongate the hole in the wheel. And then when you reinstall the tube,...
Forum: Thumpers 05-08-2013, 06:52 PM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Hey, any of you guys with 351 kits that still...

Hey, any of you guys with 351 kits that still have your stock jug... PLEASE consider sending them to Bill Blue and getting your core charge back. I was on the phone with him today and he's turning...
Forum: Thumpers 05-06-2013, 07:57 AM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
I had a great ride yesterday up at Brown's Camp...

I had a great ride yesterday up at Brown's Camp OHV Area to the west of Portland. The new suspension parts really shined! I watched a friend's stock XT250 bouncing around ahead of me while my KLX...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-03-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 229
Posted By Rob.G
Come along anyway. I'm not that good either......

Come along anyway. I'm not that good either... still learning! I learned a ton during my Dirt Instructor training, but have yet to actually go out and practice it!

Rob
Forum: The Garage 05-03-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,415
Posted By Rob.G
Thanks again for all the great tips! I found a...

Thanks again for all the great tips! I found a patched tube in the garage that will work; time and motivation permitting, I'll try again tomorrow or Sunday. If it works, great. If not, I'll take...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-02-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 229
Posted By Rob.G
I've seen the signs for it... so it's decent? ...

I've seen the signs for it... so it's decent? What about snow? Isn't that area still pretty well covered?

Rob
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-02-2013, 12:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 229
Posted By Rob.G
Yeah except I don't know where they are yet! The...

Yeah except I don't know where they are yet! The group I'm with is out of Washington State... they know all the good stuff up there, but not down here. :)

You just described the areas I've been...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-02-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 229
Posted By Rob.G
Good trails near Salem?

Hey... anybody know of some good trails (regular, singletrack, etc) near Salem, Oregon? Due to lack of knowledge, I tend to just ride out Hwy 22 to the west and up into the hills south of Mt. Hebo. ...
Forum: The Garage 05-02-2013, 07:06 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,415
Posted By Rob.G
Thanks!! Keep it coming. This is good stuff. :)...

Thanks!! Keep it coming. This is good stuff. :)

The irons I use are the Motion Pro ones with the box-end wrenches on the other end. They're nice and wide and rounded. I also have one Motion...
Forum: The Garage 05-01-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,415
Posted By Rob.G
How to NOT ruin tubes during tire mounting?

I'm having a helluva time. I've mounted at least two dozen tires in the past couple of years, and up until recently, I had only pinched two tubes. Now, the last several attempts have all resulted...
Forum: Thumpers 05-01-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 76,983
Views: 13,967,642
Posted By Rob.G
A few years ago when I first started shopping for...

A few years ago when I first started shopping for a DR650, I saw the same "cracking" and wondered the same thing. Some bikes have it, some don't. I don't even remember anymore if mine does.

Rob
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-30-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 1,476
Views: 532,718
Posted By Rob.G
Augh. Stories like this make me shake my head at...

Augh. Stories like this make me shake my head at people's absolute stupidity. Why the hell couldn't she just turn around at Teakettle Junction? AND.. why the hell do people insist on leaving their...
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-24-2013, 08:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By Rob.G
If you can't find one of those retractor things,...

If you can't find one of those retractor things, Google up the "Gear Keeper" -- it's the same thing, intended for use with CB Radio mics for truckers. They're about $15-20. I got mine on eBay.
...
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-23-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By Rob.G
Speaking of others, have you heard from Hamilton?...

Speaking of others, have you heard from Hamilton? I haven't. I think I saw something on G+ about him getting a BMW.

Rob
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-22-2013, 08:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By Rob.G
Good job on that trail, especially with a heavy...

Good job on that trail, especially with a heavy bike and street-ish tires!!! Great narrative too. :)

Rob
Forum: Thumpers 04-21-2013, 08:01 AM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
I would suggest finding a KLX300 stock exhaust on...

I would suggest finding a KLX300 stock exhaust on eBay. The headpipe (required) and muffler together should cost you between $100-125 for one in decent condition. If it doesn't include the "quiet"...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-18-2013, 12:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 456
Posted By Rob.G
Yeah if you're going to buy in California, don't...

Yeah if you're going to buy in California, don't buy from a dealer. Go private party. Otherwise they will have to collect sales tax. The only exception is if you pay them to take the bike to the...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-18-2013, 12:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,598
Posted By Rob.G
I was growing up in Florida when the eruption...

I was growing up in Florida when the eruption happened. I made it out there over Labor Day last year, but my photos are at home. I'll post 'em when I get home tonight. Was a fun trip. I went out...
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-18-2013, 08:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By Rob.G
When I first started riding, I wasn't a fan of...

When I first started riding, I wasn't a fan of the freeways either. But as I got more used to it (especially splitting lanes), I got to where I really didn't mind it at all. I could get anywhere...
Forum: Thumpers 04-18-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 7,853
Views: 1,781,911
Posted By Rob.G
Bill Blue offers optional head porting with his...

Bill Blue offers optional head porting with his 351 kit that allows it to rev up higher. I plan to do this when I do my kit this Spring.

Rob
Forum: Day Trippin' 04-18-2013, 08:13 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By Rob.G
I lived in the RV park there off of Balboa for a...

I lived in the RV park there off of Balboa for a few months while down there. I had been in Valencia before that, and Redlands before that. Now I'm back in Oregon again. I'd love to be back in...
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