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Forum: Orange Crush Today, 07:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 389
Posted By renogeorge
You probably know this---but you could start in...

You probably know this---but you could start in gear without clutch. You would have to bypass the clutch lever safety switch. Make sure bike is warmed up and ready for an easy start and ride off. ...
Forum: Americas Today, 07:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Klondike Hwy

So, we have decided to take the Klondike Hwy going up--Whitehorse to Dawson City then back to the Alaskan hwy at Tok. Any recommendations as to points of interest, side trip and good camp spots?
...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-22-2013, 07:01 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 945
Posted By renogeorge
I wonder if tying the 2 vents together creates...

I wonder if tying the 2 vents together creates some fluctuation in vacuum between the 2 carbs and cylinders as they are not firing at the same time. Vacuum variation with a constant velocity carb...
Forum: Americas 05-22-2013, 06:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 295
Posted By renogeorge
We rode through from Kalispel on the Ride to the...

We rode through from Kalispel on the Ride to the Sun and stayed in St Mary--just outside the park but rooms were readily available. We then looped south through the Two/Three Medicine park area and...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-21-2013, 09:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 945
Posted By renogeorge
But bikes run richer at higher altitudes....

But bikes run richer at higher altitudes....
Forum: Americas 05-21-2013, 05:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Denali

Getting a little touristy here--recommendations on how to see Denali? I have researched the bus deal. Are there other ways? Camp spots to access Denali?

Thanks!!
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-21-2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 631
Posted By renogeorge
Tahoe

Yep, Tahoe can get busy. If you come over Luther, go around Tahoe on the west side via Homewood. Not real high speed, but not 4 lane casino traffic like the other way--and very scenic. Go down the...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-19-2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
Sorry I couldn't make it. I had hoped the snow...

Sorry I couldn't make it. I had hoped the snow would be melted enough to get around to Boomtown. From the Lake on is the prettiest part.
Forum: Americas 05-19-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,217
Posted By renogeorge
Passes

Not sure which dirt passes you are eying. If they are rideable, I would think only Engineer to Lake City would be OK on a GS IF the snow has melted. Black Bear, Imogene and Ophir would be pretty...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-18-2013, 04:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 631
Posted By renogeorge
4 to Markleeville, 89 to and around Tahoe, north...

4 to Markleeville, 89 to and around Tahoe, north on 89 through Canby to Klamath Falls and on to Crater Lake--a very nice ride with lots of camping opportunities.
Forum: Americas 05-18-2013, 01:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Dawson City

I am really interested in the Dawson City area. We will be there in mid July so I guess we miss the big D to D deal--Oh well! Any recommendations on camping and side trips?

Thanks!
Forum: Americas 05-18-2013, 07:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 178
Posted By renogeorge
Thanks for the tip!! A great resource. And...

Thanks for the tip!! A great resource. And check out the historical maps too.
Forum: Orange Crush 05-17-2013, 08:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 573
Posted By renogeorge
Fork Guards

How about fork guards with the high fender? Something fit? Easily modified?

Thanks
Forum: Vendors 05-17-2013, 07:40 PM
Replies: 199
Views: 45,041
Posted By renogeorge
PB Coolers

There was talk a while back about a discount code. Anyone know anything? Deals on these??

Thanks
Forum: Americas 05-16-2013, 08:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Thanks all for the info and invitation!

Thanks all for the info and invitation!
Forum: Orange Crush 05-16-2013, 08:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 435
Posted By renogeorge
Sign me up!

Sign me up!
Forum: Americas 05-15-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 205
Posted By renogeorge
Jocko's in Nipomo or the Far West in Guadalupe...

Jocko's in Nipomo or the Far West in Guadalupe for great steaks? Arroyo Grande-Lake Lopez area nice foothill 2 lane. Hwy 1 north of Morro Bay. Check Santa Rosa Creek Rd. for a real back...
Forum: Americas 05-14-2013, 08:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Route Choices

OK, getting down to details. We are riding up and taking the ferry out of Haines or Skagway back. So I have route choices I am considering:

Cassiar Hwy vs Alaska Hwy Prince George-Watson Lake...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-14-2013, 07:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,657
Posted By renogeorge
Re Valve?

I have had many modern KTMs and Japaese dirt and street bikes with highly adjustable suspension; and many older less/non adjustable going back to old Triumphs, Huslys, Bultacos--you name it.
...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-13-2013, 08:32 PM
Replies: 2,189
Views: 305,218
Posted By renogeorge
So, are there no remap options for an '07? Is re...

So, are there no remap options for an '07? Is re map even needed if running stock pipes with only SAS removal and change to foam air filter setup?
Forum: Americas 05-12-2013, 09:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
$18 a six pack???? Maybe Mexico would be...

$18 a six pack???? Maybe Mexico would be better......
Forum: Orange Crush 05-12-2013, 08:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 258
Posted By renogeorge
Yep. Classic symptom of plugged idle jets. ...

Yep. Classic symptom of plugged idle jets. Remove and clean....
Forum: Americas 05-12-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Taking it all in--very much appreciated!!! ...

Taking it all in--very much appreciated!!!

Leaning toward the Top Of The World Hwy to Dawson. maybe the Arctic Circle run north from Fairbanks, although I'd prefer something more...
Forum: Trip Planning 05-12-2013, 06:45 PM
Replies: 945
Views: 442,631
Posted By renogeorge
Reno, Nevada

South of town on the road to Lake Tahoe. Decent mechanic, tools and rack. KTM guy but others welcome. 775 772 2164 George
Forum: Americas 05-11-2013, 02:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Thanks

Thanks for the ferry thread link. I had missed it.
Forum: Americas 05-10-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Thanks

Thanks for all the great feedback. Hope to see more!!! Definitely going to be fine tuning our route.

Jeff, PM me if you'd like. We are leaving the 8th also and should be through there about the...
Forum: Americas 05-10-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,079
Posted By renogeorge
Old Guys To Alaska

2 Buddies and I, 65, 73 and 75, are off to Alaska this July. What follows if a rough outline of our plans:

We are tentatively going from Vancouver, through Whistler to Prince George. Then West...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-09-2013, 08:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 878
Posted By renogeorge
Remap

Never did a re map. I have checked out the web site for the free maps, buy a cable. OK I guess, which map with SAS removal and air filter change and stock pipes?

Thanks!!!
Forum: Orange Crush 05-09-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 878
Posted By renogeorge
Thanks. I am getting mixed reads on the ECU re...

Thanks. I am getting mixed reads on the ECU re tune. If I do the filter and SAS removal, will I need a remap? I am thinking that's what I will do....
Forum: Orange Crush 05-08-2013, 07:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 878
Posted By renogeorge
SAS Off???

I am coming off a 950 where I removed the SAS with no ill effects. I just acquired an '07 Adventure with 30k miles. With no service records or PO info, I am hurrying to ready it for an Alaska trip...
Forum: Orange Crush 05-07-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,720
Posted By renogeorge
Montana Mount

Ram mounts with Garmin Rugged Mount. I like mine on the left side for easier access with my left hand. I switch my Montana back and forth between my 990/950 and my 300 2 stroke. This mount setup...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-07-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,222
Posted By renogeorge
Ophir

I came back from Moab yesterday. Didn't get off of 50 but looks like a lot of new snow in the Toiyabes. I am thinking it will be a while before Ophir is passable....

Did you hit Tybo, SE of...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-06-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
Bad News

That is really too bad! I had the same break in '95 at beautiful Fernley International Raceway. 4 plates and lots of screws. Healed fine.

Get well!
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-06-2013, 03:29 PM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
Brent??

I hope I am wrong on this. I met a bunch of Reno guys in Eureka this morning. They mentioned they were on a 10 day ride and that one in their group had broken his leg on the first day......
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-27-2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
I know this section well. Hope the injury is...

I know this section well. Hope the injury is minor and you heal up soon. Off to Moab in the morning. Save a spot for the old guy....
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-18-2013, 07:47 PM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
I hate to miss a ride with you guys. Even after...

I hate to miss a ride with you guys. Even after you wore me out the last time. I'll have to catch up with you in a few weeks. I am headed south on the 990 this weekend then to Moab the following...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-15-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
I'm out both days--headed south on the 990...

I'm out both days--headed south on the 990...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-15-2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
Brent, that would be great.

Brent, that would be great.
Forum: Orange Crush 04-14-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,348
Posted By renogeorge
Sounds like the bike was not really overheated if...

Sounds like the bike was not really overheated if light is on at startup. Temp gauge sending unit or gauge???
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-13-2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 714
Views: 30,143
Posted By renogeorge
I am busy the next 2 Sundays. But after that....

I am busy the next 2 Sundays. But after that....
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