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Forum: Road warriors 05-06-2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 8,642
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Posted By Garry
Thought about it and decided I wanted to order...

Thought about it and decided I wanted to order parts from the US for less $$. For two sets of points ($50) I can rebuild dead #3 and dying #4. That should get me another 30K miles. I doubt I will...
Forum: Road warriors 05-06-2013, 04:57 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
I suspect that fuel pump #4 is starting to shit...

I suspect that fuel pump #4 is starting to shit the bed. Time to rebuild #3 with new points and start carrying it with me everywhere I go. Now I just need to find the link a friend sent me to order...
Forum: Road warriors 04-14-2013, 01:25 PM
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Posted By Garry
After a two hour test ride the verdict is that my...

After a two hour test ride the verdict is that my bike runs better with inserts out (rather than in) with X-bike jetting. Not a huge difference, but throttle response seems a bit crisper.
Forum: Road warriors 04-12-2013, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
I just pulled the inserts out of my Leos to see...

I just pulled the inserts out of my Leos to see how the bike runs with X-bike jetting and a free-er flowing exhaust. Sounds mean, but a bit loud.
Forum: Road warriors 03-31-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
I posted a link to your Flea Market ad on our...

I posted a link to your Flea Market ad on our local moto forum. GLWS...
Forum: Road warriors 03-30-2013, 07:17 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Xbike jetting per aeronaut way earlier in this...

Xbike jetting per aeronaut way earlier in this thread:
Forum: Road warriors 03-30-2013, 05:08 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Wow. That is horrible fuel economy. You need to...

Wow. That is horrible fuel economy. You need to see what jetting is in there. FWIW, I got just over 40 mpg with Head2Wind jetting and about 38-40 with Xbike jetting. I don't commute in the city on it...
Forum: Road warriors 03-23-2013, 01:27 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
No effect at all. The speedometer is driven by...

No effect at all. The speedometer is driven by the front wheel. There is a sensor that mounts on the left fork leg by the brake caliper.
Forum: Road warriors 03-21-2013, 05:05 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
I kept the inserts in my LVs with the xbike...

I kept the inserts in my LVs with the xbike jetting. Way too loud without them. Can't say I've tried inserts out WITH xbike jetting as the other times I had them out I was running the H2W jetting....
Forum: Road warriors 03-17-2013, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Every 3000 miles, religiously. Always with a new...

Every 3000 miles, religiously. Always with a new OEM filter.
Forum: Road warriors 03-17-2013, 06:15 AM
Replies: 8,642
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Posted By Garry
50K+ miles and counting. The Mobil 1 15W-50 is...

50K+ miles and counting. The Mobil 1 15W-50 is the only weight that is NOT energy-conserving, so it's safe for use on wet clutches. Ran it for 40K+ miles on my Sprint RS too. Obviously I ride a lot...
Forum: Road warriors 03-15-2013, 09:09 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,868
Posted By Garry
It would be nice if Triumph still offered a bike...

It would be nice if Triumph still offered a bike like the Thunderbird Sport in their "classic" series: triple discs, fully-adjustable suspension, strong linear power from the triple, but classic...
Forum: Road warriors 03-15-2013, 08:47 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
There is also the gravity bleed: slightly open...

There is also the gravity bleed: slightly open the bleed nipple to where fluid just leaks out slowly and keep refilling the reservoir as it drains. Worth a shot if other bleeding approaches don't...
Forum: Road warriors 12-29-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,885
Posted By Garry
They don't handle like a true sport tire because...

They don't handle like a true sport tire because they have a flatter profile. If you want the bike to effortlessly fall into turns (at the expense of stability when upright), then stick with a sport...
Forum: Road warriors 12-08-2012, 03:57 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Don't forget ATF as a viable clutch fluid, or the...

Don't forget ATF as a viable clutch fluid, or the easy gravity bleed method (just open the bleed nipple a bit and refill the reservoir as needed).
Forum: Road warriors 12-01-2012, 05:09 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,452
Posted By Garry
I'm all about trying new stuff. If I've had a...

I'm all about trying new stuff. If I've had a bike for more than a season or two, there is almost no chance I would replace any bike with same one again given the opportunity.
Forum: Road warriors 11-19-2012, 03:12 PM
Replies: 519
Views: 72,646
Posted By Garry
I really, really, really wanted to love the Buell...

I really, really, really wanted to love the Buell Ulysses, but after three test rides, it just didn't push my fun button. I decided that preferred a bike with a light crank/flywheel that likes to rev.
Forum: Beasts 11-04-2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,615
Posted By Garry
Simple: 19" front wheel > 17" front wheel on...

Simple: 19" front wheel > 17" front wheel on unpaved surfaces. Rolls over stuff better and doesn't get sucked into sand/gravel as bad as the 17". 21" is even better off-road which is why all dirt...
Forum: Road warriors 10-26-2012, 06:08 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Dumb question: my clutch interlock is F'd up or...

Dumb question: my clutch interlock is F'd up or dirty as the bike won't start in gear. Can someone explain EXACTLY where it is and how to replace it or clean it? Details please.
Forum: Road warriors 10-26-2012, 06:16 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
RE: Hanging off The only time I ever got a...

RE: Hanging off

The only time I ever got a knee down it was followed immediately by getting a hip down, and a shoulder down... :rofl

That was on my Sprint RS in 2003. Yet to touch a puck, even...
Forum: Road warriors 10-23-2012, 04:13 AM
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Posted By Garry
My SMR has fuel taps on either side of the tank...

My SMR has fuel taps on either side of the tank that you just screw in to close. I assume the SM has something similar.
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Yes, I've been running Mobil 1 15W-50 for the...

Yes, I've been running Mobil 1 15W-50 for the entire life of the bike. I have used the Rotella synthetic in the winter because it's a little lighter. The only time the bike ever got Motorex was when...
Forum: Road warriors 10-05-2012, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
After putting new rubber on the SMR this morning,...

After putting new rubber on the SMR this morning, I checked the wheel bearings before balancing the wheels. One of the rear wheel bearings is going bad. No complaints after 51K miles. I ordered two...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-03-2012, 03:26 AM
Replies: 288
Views: 22,628
Posted By Garry
I pass at the first safe opportunity, especially...

I pass at the first safe opportunity, especially if I'm solo or with one friend. Drop the hammer and dispose of them with a quickness. I think most drivers (and many riders) are clueless to the...
Forum: Road warriors 09-28-2012, 03:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,709
Posted By Garry
I wouldn't consider anything with a 17" front...

I wouldn't consider anything with a 17" front wheel if you want to do unpaved roads / easy jeep/quad trails.

I think the KTM 690 Enduro is probably the best 50/50 dual sport on the market, but I...
Forum: Road warriors 09-24-2012, 03:40 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
That's my bike in the pic above... I have...

That's my bike in the pic above...

I have had the Laminar Lip "touring" screen (the taller one) for 5 seasons now. Works great for me (6' 3") at keeping the windblast off my body and no buffeting....
Forum: Road warriors 09-17-2012, 03:15 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
The case is great even it looks bulbous. It is...

The case is great even it looks bulbous. It is the 46L KTM top case (made by Shad). You need to buy the mounting kit for it separately. It's reasonably priced too. Works great for long weekend trips....
Forum: Road warriors 09-16-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Haven't posted any photos from rides recently so...

Haven't posted any photos from rides recently so here is how I spent my Sunday afternoon wandering around back roads in the Laurel Highlands of western PA. Took a bunch of photos because it was such...
Forum: Road warriors 09-12-2012, 04:42 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 11,518
Posted By Garry
Oh My. I'm not too old for another sporty...

Oh My.

I'm not too old for another sporty bike. It'll probably cost about the same as an RSV4 Factory I guess.
Forum: Road warriors 09-12-2012, 04:35 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
After 15 sets of tires, I turned over 50K miles...

After 15 sets of tires, I turned over 50K miles on my 2007 950 SMR today. I remember a reply from Walter back in 2007 when I was debating whether to buy the bike due to the various issues the 2006s...
Forum: Road warriors 09-03-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
That's great news Walter. I think these bikes are...

That's great news Walter. I think these bikes are pretty solid. I will hopefully (just) break the 50K mile mark this weekend. First time ever to put that many miles on a bike since new. Previous high...
Forum: Road warriors 09-03-2012, 04:32 PM
Replies: 3,580
Views: 540,998
Posted By Garry
Today, I want the (just announced) Triumph...

Today, I want the (just announced) Triumph Explorer XC. I know it's just spoke wheels and a trip through the accessory catalog, but I like it. Chances are good the factory installed goodies will...
Forum: Road warriors 09-01-2012, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
My water pump rebuild was a success a couple...

My water pump rebuild was a success a couple months back. Did my first oil change since the rebuild and the oil filter pleats are like new. Getting the bike prepped for a long weekend ride to NC/TN...
Forum: Road warriors 08-27-2012, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
49K miles on the stock clutch. Evoluzione...

49K miles on the stock clutch. Evoluzione installed a year ago (just because) even though the stock slave was still working.
Forum: Road warriors 08-19-2012, 03:30 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
My SMR is doing the same thing. I noticed it last...

My SMR is doing the same thing. I noticed it last year and have just lived with it. I suspect it's the after-market levers I have not actuating the clutch interlock. But I haven't done any real...
Forum: Road warriors 08-15-2012, 04:17 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
A $20 part every 20K miles doesn't annoy me too...

A $20 part every 20K miles doesn't annoy me too much (just installed my second replacement at 48K miles). My tire bill is something else though...
Forum: Road warriors 08-08-2012, 07:39 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,039
Posted By Garry
Where you ride makes a huge difference on how...

Where you ride makes a huge difference on how much bike weight is a liability or not. I am lucky enough to spend my riding days in the mountains of WV and the unrelenting rollercoaster of sick...
Forum: Road warriors 08-05-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,039
Posted By Garry
Personally, I'm a "light is right" kind of guy,...

Personally, I'm a "light is right" kind of guy, so I would prefer that a sporty bike weigh less than 500 pounds wet.

I don't think weight is really the limiting factor as lots of guys hustle much...
Forum: Road warriors 08-02-2012, 03:26 PM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
The number on the parts bag is 61038084100 ...

The number on the parts bag is 61038084100

"OIL RISING PIPE CPL"

Garry
Forum: Road warriors 08-02-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 8,642
Views: 1,240,605
Posted By Garry
Replaced my oil tank sight tube today. The first...

Replaced my oil tank sight tube today. The first one started leaking at about 20K+ miles. The first replacement (looked same as original) made it about the same mileage (pushing 50K on the bike now)....
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