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Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 10-26-2012, 08:58 PM
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Posted By Ristretto
http://www.brianaghajani.com/img/s2/v58/p119729023...

http://www.brianaghajani.com/img/s2/v58/p1197290238-5.jpg
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 10-26-2012, 08:57 PM
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Posted By Ristretto
http://www.brianaghajani.com/img/s4/v63/p119729026...

http://www.brianaghajani.com/img/s4/v63/p1197290268-6.jpg
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 06-06-2012, 06:34 AM
Replies: 1,880
Views: 398,329
Posted By Ristretto
http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/My-Smug-Mug...

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/My-Smug-Mug/i-VxzMpvp/0/X2/Chanon-11-X2.jpg
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 05-28-2012, 11:00 PM
Replies: 2,053
Views: 261,363
Posted By Ristretto
http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Landsc...

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Landscape/i-GppML7F/0/X3/830pm-X3.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 04-27-2012, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/Motocycles/...

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/Motocycles/i-RVqbTkN/0/X3/HP2-X3.jpg
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 04-27-2012, 12:44 AM
Replies: 7,195
Views: 2,184,767
Posted By Ristretto
http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/Motocycles/...

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/Motocycles/i-Lf3rH4N/0/X3/NBA5489-Edit-X3.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 04-08-2012, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/Motocycles/...

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/Motocycles/i-Lf3rH4N/0/X3/NBA5489-Edit-X3.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 03-24-2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
Three very different interpretations of the HP2e...

Three very different interpretations of the HP2e today at the Rock Store in Malibu

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Other/Motocycles/i-FRbq6RJ/0/X2/NBA5084-X2.jpg
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-19-2012, 10:24 PM
Replies: 2,053
Views: 261,363
Posted By Ristretto
http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Landsc...

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Landscape/i-3tNLCNX/0/XL/NBA2230-XL.jpg
Forum: Pics, pics, pics... 03-19-2012, 10:22 PM
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Views: 261,363
Posted By Ristretto
http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Landsc...

http://brianaghajani.smugmug.com/Landscapes/Landscape/i-VB5SnfZ/0/X2/NBA4453-X2.jpg
Forum: Equipment 10-23-2011, 07:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 607
Posted By Ristretto
Touratech Zega cases 35 & 29 ltr

35 ltr and 29 ltr bags. Includes TT bungies in lid and matching lock set. Left bag has damage in lower front corner but holds gear great and could be sealed but I used duct tape. Mounts NOT...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-29-2011, 08:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 383
Posted By Ristretto
Maybe you have some torqued tension in the forks?...

Maybe you have some torqued tension in the forks? Try loosening the lower clamp pinch bolts and axle pinch bolts. Grab the front brake and pump the fork through its stroke a few times. There...
Forum: GS Boxers 06-28-2011, 10:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,306
Posted By Ristretto
Those are really nice rotors. Does anyone know...

Those are really nice rotors. Does anyone know if the offset is the same? The website doesnt say.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-20-2011, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,373
Posted By Ristretto
What's the storynon the triple clamps? Way cool. ...

What's the storynon the triple clamps? Way cool.
What caliper / rotor art up are you running?
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2011, 10:29 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
http://beshoffbrian.smugmug.com/Other/Humboldt-Cou...

http://beshoffbrian.smugmug.com/Other/Humboldt-County-MC-ride-Oct/Humbolt-MC-ride-2010-007/1058515385_c7FBe-M.jpg
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2011, 10:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,373
Posted By Ristretto
Lets see a pic. I would like to see the brake set...

Lets see a pic. I would like to see the brake set up. :D

Here's mine

http://beshoffbrian.smugmug.com/Other/Humboldt-County-MC-ride-Oct/Humbolt-MC-ride-2010-038/1058515707_9TVJB-M.jpg
...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-21-2011, 08:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,070
Posted By Ristretto
Anyone have a low fender on a HP2

Just spent 9 hours riding in pouring rain. I told myself as soon as I get home I would research a low fender to control forward splash. Certain speeds had the water landing right in my lap. Anyone...
Forum: Vendors 03-16-2011, 08:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,853
Posted By Ristretto
I'm in. Ordered kit. :wink:

I'm in. Ordered kit. :wink:
Forum: GS Boxers 11-29-2010, 06:22 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,729
Posted By Ristretto
Is there a difference in length between the...

Is there a difference in length between the standard 450EXCR and 950SE forks? I thought it was just springs and valving? I have a set of 450EXCR forks that are brand new, maybe this would be a good...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-28-2010, 01:05 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,729
Posted By Ristretto
I looked at the instruction pdf for this kit and...

I looked at the instruction pdf for this kit and found it references a CR450. :scratch I emailed the company to see if the kit is actually available and to ask about spring rate selection: no...
Forum: GS Boxers 11-04-2010, 10:26 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,121
Posted By Ristretto
+1 :thumb

+1 :thumb
Forum: GS Boxers 10-24-2010, 12:15 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
Humboldt mountains of Nor Cal ...

Humboldt mountains of Nor Cal

http://beshoffbrian.smugmug.com/Other/Humboldt-County-MC-ride-Oct/Humbolt-MC-ride-2010-031/1058515640_YME9d-L.jpg
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Forum: Americas 10-06-2010, 11:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By Ristretto
Where do I find unpaved routes in SW?

I have found that I suddenly have time on my spare hands (unemployed). So on short notice I want to go to Bryce Canyon, Moab and Grand Canyon trip from Bay Area . Where can I find routes that would...
Forum: GS Boxers 07-07-2010, 07:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 541
Posted By Ristretto
Anyone powder coated Touratech stainless pannier mounts?

I was thinking about powder coating my stainless steel Touratech bag mounts and wonder if anyone has done so? If so, did it create a problem to fit the bags due to reduced clearance on between the...
Forum: Old's Cool 04-03-2010, 08:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 506
Posted By Ristretto
Vintage GS cooking up some SM

'87 GS on supermoto track in Austria. :thumb
Maybe 205?:scratch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihWm9f7F6rM&feature=channel
Forum: GS Boxers 03-19-2010, 10:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,064
Posted By Ristretto
As you see from the thread you found, I tested...

As you see from the thread you found, I tested the full compression with springs removed and found 1/2" insufficient clearance for the 21" front tire. The cooler mount could be modified if you were...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-19-2010, 02:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,064
Posted By Ristretto
21 inch front wheel will not clear oil cooler ...

21 inch front wheel will not clear oil cooler
even with longer enduro suspension
Forum: GS Boxers 02-16-2010, 10:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,500
Posted By Ristretto
IMHO I would never sell the HP2. There has never...

IMHO I would never sell the HP2. There has never been a bike like it from BMW before and more than likely, there will never be again.
Keep it :thumb, you will regret loosing it later if you sell....
Forum: GS Boxers 01-04-2010, 07:43 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
No picture, instead INSERT MENTAL IMAGE UPON...

No picture, instead INSERT MENTAL IMAGE UPON READING

Not to get to philosophical here but few things are worth the price once the novelty has worn. But the HP2 is an exception for me.
<o:p>...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-02-2010, 11:04 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
I am not an engineer, but most oil temp gauges...

I am not an engineer, but most oil temp gauges are not graduated above 275F, tha'ts getting pretty hot. That BMW fitted opted to fit a larger cooler on the MM, is probably for a reason. I think the...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-01-2010, 01:30 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
Thank you for your reply HP2. I appreciate your...

Thank you for your reply HP2. I appreciate your detailed test:beer

I hit 6 small bars which is max last summer (i knew this was not good but now know = 146C / 295F ) on 100F days when riding...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-01-2010, 01:12 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 38,520
Posted By Ristretto
Great info! Thank you!

Great info! Thank you!
Forum: GS Boxers 01-01-2010, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
Damn HP2 that is amazing and very bad luck!!:eek1...

Damn HP2 that is amazing and very bad luck!!:eek1


Question for HP2-
You were much more scientific than I. But I'm confused with your scale and the images you show. You have photos of your...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-01-2010, 10:32 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 38,520
Posted By Ristretto
Question for HP2- I was exploring doing the...

Question for HP2-
I was exploring doing the change you noted here. What modification was necessary to install the original BMW right side damper assembly in the left fork leg? Also, did you...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-01-2010, 10:23 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 38,520
Posted By Ristretto
Stop the tease HP2!!! Those are some awesome...

Stop the tease HP2!!! Those are some awesome collectibles in the background. Turn on the lights so we can appreciate them!!!
:clap

Excuse me while I wipe this tear. That HPN is beautiful.
:tb
Forum: GS Boxers 01-01-2010, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
I agree which is exactly why it does what I hoped...

I agree which is exactly why it does what I hoped for- reduce oil temp significantly. This bike sees mild off road compared to my 450- trails and fire roads, but mostly back roads. I do not think...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-31-2009, 11:25 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
It fits (just barely) under the handlebar. It is...

It fits (just barely) under the handlebar. It is really tight and you have to file a little from the EWS antenna plastic to clear the clamp of the ring that fastens to the steering head. I also had...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-31-2009, 10:36 AM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
The stock fuel level indicator functions on my...

The stock fuel level indicator functions on my HPN tank the same as it did on the original tank. It will not read fuel level as it does on the GS, rather it provides range remaining once fuel light...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-30-2009, 08:31 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,250
Posted By Ristretto
Some points for consideration. IMHO: If...

Some points for consideration. IMHO:

If cost more to buy, it cost more to keep: This is more in response to the subsequent posts, not the OP. It always strikes me as curious when I hear comments...
Forum: GS Boxers 12-30-2009, 07:39 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 1,666,415
Posted By Ristretto
Here is my latest updates to the cockpit with...

Here is my latest updates to the cockpit with Megamoto bars, Scotts steering damper, Megamoto instrumentation, BMW navigation, Touratech fairing / HID headlights and heated grips...
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