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Forum: GS Boxers 05-22-2013, 04:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 228
Posted By '05Train
I'm happy with BarkBuster Storms. They've got a...

I'm happy with BarkBuster Storms. They've got a metal backbone, and a 2-position air deflector, which is nice for winter/summer riding. Kaoko makes a throttle lock to work with them too.

...
Forum: Equipment 05-22-2013, 05:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 263
Posted By '05Train
Black absorbs more heat, hence my issue with...

Black absorbs more heat, hence my issue with them. They'd be cooler in grey.
Forum: Equipment 05-21-2013, 06:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 263
Posted By '05Train
I have a pair of the R3s. They work pretty well,...

I have a pair of the R3s. They work pretty well, though I have to question the logic (and it's not just them) of black mesh summer gloves.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-21-2013, 06:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 407
Posted By '05Train
Medium Arai Signet-Q with a Sena on the side. ...

Medium Arai Signet-Q with a Sena on the side. Fits in the right bag with no issues.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-17-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 556
Posted By '05Train
My right knee was all but destroyed in a wreck...

My right knee was all but destroyed in a wreck involving texting teenagers. I ride a 1200 with a high seat (Touratech Kahedo) and Pivot Pegz, and I'm comfortable. For reference, I'm 6'2", 34"...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-17-2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 699
Posted By '05Train
Best stuff in the world for protecting synthetics...

Best stuff in the world for protecting synthetics from UV degradation.


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Forum: Equipment 05-17-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By '05Train
I'll let you know Monday when it gets here. ...

I'll let you know Monday when it gets here.


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Forum: Equipment 05-16-2013, 06:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By '05Train
Now you tell me...... I've actually got an...

Now you tell me......

I've actually got an Airglide 2 (it's for sale in the classifieds). It's a great jacket, just not long enough.


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Forum: Equipment 05-16-2013, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By '05Train
Ok, since no one seems to own either of these...

Ok, since no one seems to own either of these jackets, I went ahead and ordered the Moab. The extra $30 seems worth it for the waterproof pocket and the 3/4 length.

More when it shows up.

...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-16-2013, 01:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 539
Posted By '05Train
Rather than my hand? Hell yes. Sent...

Rather than my hand? Hell yes.


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Forum: GS Boxers 05-16-2013, 01:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 539
Posted By '05Train
In a very gentle, slow lowside in sand out in the...

In a very gentle, slow lowside in sand out in the desert, the stock handguard folded and twisted away from the controls and my hand. The BarkBusters are adjustable to allow more wind to your hands...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-15-2013, 05:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,355
Posted By '05Train
Something's not right. I can ride hands-off at...

Something's not right. I can ride hands-off at triple-digit speeds and the bike's rock-solid.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-15-2013, 05:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 705
Posted By '05Train
Hell, I'd just like to swap out the painted...

Hell, I'd just like to swap out the painted parts. Who wants to swap red for white? I'll even swap out the seats!
Forum: GS Boxers 05-14-2013, 06:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 885
Posted By '05Train
FWIW, I emailed ADVDesigns about Remus header...

FWIW, I emailed ADVDesigns about Remus header fitment...No interference with their engine bars, they're not sure about the enduro bash plate.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-14-2013, 04:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,386
Posted By '05Train
I'd look really hard at a Triumph Explorer XC...

I'd look really hard at a Triumph Explorer XC were I in your shoes.
Forum: Equipment 05-13-2013, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By '05Train
Olympia Moab vs. Airglide 4

I'm looking for a hi-viz, 3 season commuting jacket. It'll primarily see use on the Adventure, but I take the Harley to work periodically as well. I'm leaning towards the Moab, as I like the...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 8,002
Posted By '05Train
I feel your pain OP. With that said, it...

I feel your pain OP.

With that said, it appears to be a relatively simple fix, which the dealer should fall all over himself to rectify. If it was something major - like something actually...
Forum: Equipment 05-12-2013, 06:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 538
Posted By '05Train
Well damn. I know the OP has had issues, but...

Well damn.

I know the OP has had issues, but I love my Freeway jacket.
Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 885
Posted By '05Train
As with any changes to engine airflow, it'd...

As with any changes to engine airflow, it'd benefit from a proper tune, but there's enough adjustability in the ECM to compensate for the improved airflow. Assuming that the BMW converter is the...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,975
Posted By '05Train
I didn't find it to be a big help on trips. For...

I didn't find it to be a big help on trips. For me, the best seating solution is a rock-hard seat.


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Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2013, 06:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 885
Posted By '05Train
Thank you. Any issues with clearance with...

Thank you.

Any issues with clearance with the enduro bash plate and ADVDesigns engine bars?


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Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2013, 05:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 885
Posted By '05Train
Same boat I'm in. I like the quiet, but I'd like...

Same boat I'm in. I like the quiet, but I'd like to lose the heat from the converter.

Do the aftermarket systems maintain the flapper?


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Forum: GS Boxers 05-11-2013, 05:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,975
Posted By '05Train
Words can't adequately describe my disdain for...

Words can't adequately describe my disdain for the Airhawk. Not only did it not make the ride more comfortable, it left me feeling disconnected from the bike. I had a Sargent on the RT that was...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-10-2013, 02:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,024
Posted By '05Train
ProTorque makes very good, reasonably priced...

ProTorque makes very good, reasonably priced torque wrenches.


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Forum: GS Boxers 05-10-2013, 02:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 883
Posted By '05Train
Comfort setting's too soft when hustling the bike...

Comfort setting's too soft when hustling the bike around, there's too much wallow and imprecision in fast transitions.

As mentioned, I'm not interested in making the bike less adept at what it...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 03:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
Yes, I understand that, and I'm not disagreeing...

Yes, I understand that, and I'm not disagreeing with it. What I'm saying is that as you decrease pad thickness and increase the amount of fluid in the active circuit, the lever characteristics...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 12:27 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
It doesn't bother me a bit that you'll never...

It doesn't bother me a bit that you'll never agree to what I say (oh, the horror!). It does bother me to see bad information given out, especially when it comes to something as important as brakes. ...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
Guys, this is really very simple. Pads wear,...

Guys, this is really very simple. Pads wear, which means the pistons need to extend further. Unless you're adding minute amounts of fluid as the pads wear, the level (but not the volume) in the...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 08:06 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
Sorry Jim, but that's simply not true. Think...

Sorry Jim, but that's simply not true. Think that through...The rotor is fixed, the pad dimensions decrease, which means that the pistons travel further to push the pads against the rotor. There is...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-08-2013, 07:43 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
You are apparently making the same mistake as...

You are apparently making the same mistake as Jim. Can you explain how a closed system "self-adjusts" when the piston travel increases?

You can't. The same thing happens in your car. Fluid...
Forum: Equipment 05-07-2013, 05:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 892
Posted By '05Train
No such animal. Anything waterproof is going to...

No such animal. Anything waterproof is going to be too warm when it gets seriously hot. Wear a decent summer glove and use Lobster Claws when it rains.
Forum: Equipment 05-07-2013, 05:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,774
Posted By '05Train
I am standing and giving you the slow clap for...

I am standing and giving you the slow clap for this. Brilliant!
Forum: GS Boxers 05-06-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 722
Posted By '05Train
Same here. No issue at all. Sent from...

Same here. No issue at all.


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Forum: GS Boxers 05-06-2013, 03:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 831
Posted By '05Train
Interesting. I've got an A2 rear, and I see a...

Interesting. I've got an A2 rear, and I see a similar line. It's straighter though.


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Forum: GS Boxers 05-06-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
You can't feel the difference in lever travel and...

You can't feel the difference in lever travel and brake feel as the pads wear and the piston travel increases? Sounds like the issue isn't mine, though I admit I have high standards.

Adding...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-06-2013, 08:53 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
You do understand that as pads wear, the fluid...

You do understand that as pads wear, the fluid level in the reservoir drops, correct? You can adjust the lever all you like, but the fact remains that you effectively have less fluid in the system...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-06-2013, 07:56 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
Indeed, hence the reason they're getting changed....

Indeed, hence the reason they're getting changed. Regardless of the wear spec, the increase in lever travel has gotten to where I don't care for it.

BTW, it's "Russ", not "Guy", and I don't care...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-06-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,598
Posted By '05Train
I figured you knew better. I could just see...

I figured you knew better. I could just see someone finding that nugget in a search.
Forum: Equipment 05-06-2013, 05:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,181
Posted By '05Train
Under Armour. Best stuff in the world. ...

Under Armour. Best stuff in the world.


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Forum: Equipment 05-06-2013, 05:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 510
Posted By '05Train
Lee Parks Designs makes comfortable gloves that...

Lee Parks Designs makes comfortable gloves that I'd recommend to anyone.


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