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Forum: Road warriors 05-21-2013, 07:07 AM
Replies: 868
Views: 153,797
Posted By sweetlou
Rear brake has the stiffest spring I've ever...

Rear brake has the stiffest spring I've ever encountered. My thought, and this has no validity whatsoever, is Kawi purposely made the spring stiff to avoid newer riders locking up the rear brake.
...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 04-30-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Bruce! ...

Bruce!

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Forum: Thumpers 04-30-2013, 06:22 AM
Replies: 4,708
Views: 887,077
Posted By sweetlou
I know this is as an adventure bike thread, but...

I know this is as an adventure bike thread, but how about as a supermotard??

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y98/onlyelement14/CE7B64B1-8CB3-461C-9640-52CEC870BE9F-633-000001165B88EFB9.jpg...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 04-18-2013, 09:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 811
Posted By sweetlou
Stay off of route 9 up north. From Troy, NY take...

Stay off of route 9 up north. From Troy, NY take Rt 4 along the river to 22. A more scenic ride. 9 sucks big monkey balls. Stay on 4 into Whitehall then hop on 22 north. Way more scenic and you will...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 04-18-2013, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Next time you tag in Wyandanch say hi to my...

Next time you tag in Wyandanch say hi to my favorite prostitute Donna, or my favorite "I'll suck yo' dick for a dollar" Willie. Both are sure to please :)

Or even my favorite black scrapper Jimmie...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 04-09-2013, 09:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 384
Posted By sweetlou
Will there be beer?

Will there be beer?
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 04-09-2013, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3,676
Views: 293,681
Posted By sweetlou
FYI, In New York, the MSO must have YOUR...

FYI,

In New York, the MSO must have YOUR name on it to register it. Not the previous sellers. Unlike a Title, an MSO is NONTRANSFERABLE. Meaning the person who's name is on the MSO, Johnny...
Forum: Thumpers 04-04-2013, 08:55 AM
Replies: 4,708
Views: 887,077
Posted By sweetlou
I picked up my 04 for $2500 with a tank and a...

I picked up my 04 for $2500 with a tank and a scotts. You guys are scoring some good deals!

Lou
Forum: Thumpers 04-01-2013, 07:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,355
Posted By sweetlou
Big D! Good to see you paroosin' a KTM thread. ...

Big D! Good to see you paroosin' a KTM thread.

I recently sold my KTM 450... man we had some good times with that bike huh? I sure will miss her.

Good news? Why of course I bought Kenny's 525!...
Forum: Equipment 03-25-2013, 07:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,709
Posted By sweetlou
Heated grips. I just installed them on my...

Heated grips.

I just installed them on my Ninja 1000.

The best - a cool evening you get caught in the rain. Where are your winter/heated gloves? Home because you forgot them and did not think...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 03-21-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Just grab it to keep the game moving. Roads are...

Just grab it to keep the game moving. Roads are nasty tonight though, ride safe.

Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 03-18-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Snow tonight, but long term forecast shows temps...

Snow tonight, but long term forecast shows temps in the 40s. Spring is almost here!!!

Lou
Forum: Thumpers 02-22-2013, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4,708
Views: 887,077
Posted By sweetlou
Hey guys, I've had my 450 EXC for almost 5...

Hey guys,

I've had my 450 EXC for almost 5 years now. Great bike. Recently put a supermoto kit onto it and loved it. Now I'm hooked. Only problem is, swapping back and forth between dirt and sumo...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 02-20-2013, 05:31 AM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Bumpski, snow is melting, Sandy Lane is right...

Bumpski, snow is melting, Sandy Lane is right around the corner....

I have the weekend off I might actually go. I know I HATE sandy lane but maybe this year will be different?? :lol3

Anyone...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 01-30-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 687
Posted By sweetlou
Switching gears again, now thinking Lewisburg,...

Switching gears again, now thinking Lewisburg, WV. My goal is to make it to New River Gorge and staying in Roanoke would be pushing the distance. The route west on RT60 from Lewisburg looks like a...
Forum: Americas 01-26-2013, 02:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 706
Posted By sweetlou
I third Marietta. Stayed their last year. From...

I third Marietta. Stayed their last year. From Marietta, the roads south and north east are the best. You can connect between Route 7 (ohio river) and Rt 26 all the way north east to Wheeling. Be...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 01-26-2013, 01:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 687
Posted By sweetlou
Great ideas... switching gears, now thinking...

Great ideas... switching gears, now thinking Roanoke instead of Covington. Thanks for all the great tips...

Lou
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 01-24-2013, 02:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 687
Posted By sweetlou
Cool, exactly what I was looking for. Every year...

Cool, exactly what I was looking for. Every year we plan a trip I put up a post in ADV to hear from local inmates. Last year locals pointed us to Marietta. Great spot.

Is Covington a decent spot?...
Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains 01-24-2013, 10:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 687
Posted By sweetlou
Question Planning a trip to Covington, VA

Dear FF's,

We are planning a sportbike trip to Covington, VA from Long Island, NY in mid May, 2013. Previous trips include Elkins, WV, Marietta, OH, and Waynesboro, VA.

Love the twisty stuff....
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 01-08-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
You are working in the Bronx now, right? The move...

You are working in the Bronx now, right? The move "upstate" makes sense. Let me know if you need any help!

Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 01-08-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
It's rude to ride one without the other... ...

It's rude to ride one without the other...

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I think it's been done...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 01-08-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Tag

January and I am riding? Ill take it.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y98/onlyelement14/tag-o-rama/A4B5ABE4-6740-4D7E-A559-2A49DA01F033-2880-00000784D9444915.jpg

166 concourse east,...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 01-08-2013, 08:54 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
I think this has been tagged before? Pete,...

I think this has been tagged before?

Pete, where the eff are you going??

Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 12-27-2012, 09:50 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Nice grab! Sorry about the drop... Lou

Nice grab! Sorry about the drop...

Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 12-20-2012, 10:51 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
New Tag

Instead of Stone Henge, its Steel Henge!

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y98/onlyelement14/tag-o-rama/P1010159_zps3e466d68.jpg
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Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 12-20-2012, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
More pics

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Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 12-20-2012, 09:52 AM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Tag

The Dockside Cafe, 301 Bergen Avenue, West Babylon, NY

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Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 12-02-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Great seeing those who came out today! Great...

Great seeing those who came out today! Great ride... ho ho ho!

Lou
Forum: Road warriors 12-01-2012, 10:14 AM
Replies: 868
Views: 153,797
Posted By sweetlou
My commute to work is about 11 miles each way - I...

My commute to work is about 11 miles each way - I average 38mpg with all my mods.

On the open road I average 43... that is sport touring.

Aggressive mountain riding averages about 40.
...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 11-13-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Sport Rider just published a tech article about...

Sport Rider just published a tech article about running hi-test. They said the sticker on the tank stating the RON, or octane, is a "standard" that differs country to country. So the 90 RON on my...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 11-11-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
I run regular in every bike I own. Even the KTM....

I run regular in every bike I own. Even the KTM. Never an issue...

Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 11-10-2012, 10:11 AM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Seems like *most* have their power back. That...

Seems like *most* have their power back. That said, I have an extra bedroom and a pickup truck if anyone needs help!

Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-31-2012, 02:25 PM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Guys, As a first responder, I see what's...

Guys,

As a first responder, I see what's happening first hand. I know you are motorcycle nuts but I strongly urge not to ride. People are driving around with such idiocy we don't stand a chance....
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-26-2012, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Anyway, on to brighter news. CAMPING and RIDING!...

Anyway, on to brighter news. CAMPING and RIDING! Woot.

I have a TON of fire food at my place but I don't think I will have room to bring it down to Jersey. I think I am loading my bike and Pete's...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-25-2012, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Joe, substitute wedding plans for the above......

Joe, substitute wedding plans for the above... and you hit the nail on the head!

Sarah: Wedding, wedding, wedding, wedding, what do you think?

Louie: Why is my counter shaft sprocket still...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-23-2012, 10:34 AM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
An Idiot's Guide to Engine Protection

I was looking at my KTM and thought, "Hmm, my clutch is protected from my chain. My engine is protected from the bottom. But nothing protects the side of my engine!"

So I did some research and...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-22-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Unfortunately, I am working weekends the next 3...

Unfortunately, I am working weekends the next 3 weeks... I can get the Saturday off for Hammer but as of now can't get the day for Meteor.

I am off during the week if anyone wants to ride. Trying...
Forum: Road warriors 10-21-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 868
Views: 153,797
Posted By sweetlou
I see you and raise you: ...

I see you and raise you:

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y98/onlyelement14/N1K/1BD5D928-67D6-4934-9EB3-99554E385827-4555-0000072D3B5C6A93.jpg

Lou
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-18-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 6,377
Views: 256,999
Posted By sweetlou
Sometimes having random days off during the week...

Sometimes having random days off during the week pay off. See here:

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...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 10-18-2012, 01:58 PM
Replies: 5,265
Views: 234,874
Posted By sweetlou
Is it Pall in Port Washington? My neighbor works...

Is it Pall in Port Washington? My neighbor works there.

Beautiful day for a ride... not a bad "Sunday" for me!

Lou
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