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Forum: GS Boxers 05-17-2013, 03:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 421
Posted By Ravenslair
Mr Head had his break a few months back. There is...

Mr Head had his break a few months back. There is a thread out there somewhere. It sounds like most people break the glass, trying to keep as much out of the engine as possible. Looking at the glass,...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-17-2013, 03:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,026
Posted By Ravenslair
I have the Doran on my 1150GSA. It is a great bit...

I have the Doran on my 1150GSA. It is a great bit of gear. Very well made. I ran the sensors on the rubber stems for a few months. Never above 75mph just in case centrifugal force decided to rear its...
Forum: Ride reports 05-16-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 5,096
Views: 1,331,844
Posted By Ravenslair
I sure hope so. I lived there for a summer a few...

I sure hope so. I lived there for a summer a few decades back. Would be great to see some current pictures. I had a great time that summer. The people in Australia are so hospitable and a pleasure to...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 09:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 246
Posted By Ravenslair
I have heard real men do it barefoot or with...

I have heard real men do it barefoot or with Crocs. Not a chance I could get the big girl up on her center stand with anything other than boots. Even then I swear I feel a small amount of intestine...
Forum: GS Boxers 05-12-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 246
Posted By Ravenslair
Bent center stand

I have a new to me 1150GSA. I bought it the first of the year. It has a slightly bent center stand. The bend is on the right leg (if you are sitting on it) just below the horizontal brace. I found an...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 05-08-2013, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 320
Posted By Ravenslair
Cannot help with tracks, but have a family cabin...

Cannot help with tracks, but have a family cabin off Boards Crossing just up from the river. That would be a great area to start.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-30-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,115
Posted By Ravenslair
There is a huge difference between the standard...

There is a huge difference between the standard case fans and these server fans. The normal case fans run somewhere between 25 and 35 cfm. Most fall at the lower end of that range. I used some...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-30-2013, 05:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 476
Posted By Ravenslair
I did mean Battle Wing, but the Battlax would be...

I did mean Battle Wing, but the Battlax would be a good choice as well. Thanks for catching that. Unfortunately I cannot change the poll to include the Battle Wing.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-29-2013, 10:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 476
Posted By Ravenslair
95 / 5 tire for commuting

I am going to piss off the crowd, but oh well. I ride about 95 / 5 with my 04 GSA due to kids and other things that get in the way. Luckily, I am able make it to Starbucks once in a while. I ride 50...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-27-2013, 07:16 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,115
Posted By Ravenslair
I pulled a few old server cooling fans that are...

I pulled a few old server cooling fans that are each rated at 77 cfm (ebmpapst 3212 J/2N - 12V, 630mA, 7.6W) . I connected two and shaped the bottom just a bit to see how they fit. A little big, but...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-26-2013, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 298
Posted By Ravenslair
I have the same need. Mine got a little melted by...

I have the same need. Mine got a little melted by the exhaust. If you find a source, please let me know. Good luck.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-26-2013, 08:12 PM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,466
Posted By Ravenslair
I wish VA was just a little closer to CA! Have a...

I wish VA was just a little closer to CA! Have a great day tomorrow. Pictures or tech day never happened.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-26-2013, 08:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 917
Posted By Ravenslair
I have the Fullbore M-40 rear (basically a...

I have the Fullbore M-40 rear (basically a rebranded Shinko 705 radial). It has held up great. I have about 4,000 miles on it and expect it to get somewhere around 6,000-6,500 before it gets too...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-24-2013, 08:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 163
Posted By Ravenslair
Roseville / Sacramento TIG welder?

Anyone on the board able to TIG weld? I have a small stainless steel (304) dash bracket I am making for my 1150GSA and need two small sections TIG'd. It needs about 2" of welding done (1" per side)....
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-22-2013, 02:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 163
Posted By Ravenslair
Sounds like a great ride. Anyone that has a...

Sounds like a great ride. Anyone that has a chance to take it would be rewarded with a wonderful destination. I grew up in Oakdale and went to Knights Ferry quite a bit. There is a great area to swim...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-22-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 269
Posted By Ravenslair
Thanks RocknTroll. At $40 a tire, a changer...

Thanks RocknTroll. At $40 a tire, a changer quickly pays for itself.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 04-22-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 269
Posted By Ravenslair
A&S Tire change cost

Anyone know what A&S charges to change tires for an 1150? Just trying to figure out if it is cost effective to buy a NoMar and do it myself or pay A&S if they are cheap enough. Thanks
Forum: GS Boxers 04-21-2013, 04:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 443
Posted By Ravenslair
I too have about a mm of play at 12 and 6...

I too have about a mm of play at 12 and 6 o'clock, and 3 and 9 o'clock. According to A&S's fiche, the rear drive has a needle bearing where it attaches to the rear fork (#2 in the picture below).
...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 02:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,247
Posted By Ravenslair
So is mine. I like both color variations, but...

So is mine. I like both color variations, but prefer the silver.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 01:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 993
Posted By Ravenslair
I want to know your secret to getting 50+mpg! My...

I want to know your secret to getting 50+mpg! My DRZ gets that, but not the big girl and most of my riding is commuting.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 210,547
Posted By Ravenslair
There are probably a lot of good parts on her....

There are probably a lot of good parts on her. Hopefully someone close to you will swoop them up. Shame if they go to waste. Again, glad you are OK.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 01:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 993
Posted By Ravenslair
Bike is upright with me sitting on it holding it...

Bike is upright with me sitting on it holding it upright. Sidestand is down as a precaution, but not used.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 11:59 AM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 210,547
Posted By Ravenslair
Glad you are OK. That is the most important...

Glad you are OK. That is the most important thing. Any chance she can be rebuilt? Cannot tell from the shots if it is just front end damage or more extreme than that.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-19-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 993
Posted By Ravenslair
I have the same bike as you. My light comes on...

I have the same bike as you. My light comes on right around 260 miles. I have run it almost dry a few times. At 320 miles, it takes almost 7.5 gallons to fill her up. My bike should go 325 miles...
Forum: Equipment 04-18-2013, 09:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 619
Posted By Ravenslair
I cannot answer your direct question, but I...

I cannot answer your direct question, but I recently installed the Doran TPMS. Nice and compact and the ability to install internally. Comes with metal 90 degree valve stems and straight stems. You...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-07-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,466
Posted By Ravenslair
Were you guys running the radial 705's? Just...

Were you guys running the radial 705's? Just curious as I had heard the radials did not have this issue. Would like to know if that is really the case or not.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-05-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,819
Posted By Ravenslair
I thought about pushing from the bleed hose since...

I thought about pushing from the bleed hose since that is how they fill it. What adapter are you using or did you put something together? I figure Home Depot or Lowes should have a gas or water...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-04-2013, 02:37 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 37,969
Posted By Ravenslair
I have a K60 front and a Full Bore M40 (Shinko...

I have a K60 front and a Full Bore M40 (Shinko 705 Radial) rear. The K60 has 3,500 miles and looks almost brand new. The Full Bore has the same mileage and should make it to 6,000 or 7,000. I ride...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-04-2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 890
Posted By Ravenslair
That looks great. This site is bad for planting...

That looks great. This site is bad for planting seeds. I have never worked with CF, but now you have me wondering if I need to buy a starter kit. I need to stop looking at threads like these.
Forum: GS Boxers 04-03-2013, 10:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 424
Posted By Ravenslair
The switch is not verboten, turning it off is.

The switch is not verboten, turning it off is.
Forum: GS Boxers 03-30-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,115
Posted By Ravenslair
GS Addict, thanks for doing that extensive test!...

GS Addict, thanks for doing that extensive test! Great information to know.

My concern is afternoon riding when things are hotter. I am planning to turn the fan on when I head home and let em run...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-30-2013, 10:37 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,737
Posted By Ravenslair
I finally got my Dispatch 1 installed. I had to...

I finally got my Dispatch 1 installed. I had to move my tool pouch to a pannier (I am going to a tool tube anyway) to make room for the distribution unit. Please ignore the painter's tape. It was a...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-29-2013, 10:32 PM
Replies: 1,286
Views: 147,466
Posted By Ravenslair
I installed my Dispatch 1 (which is not nearly as...

I installed my Dispatch 1 (which is not nearly as big at the picture shows it to be), Doran TPMS and did the threaded bushing RAM mount modification...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-29-2013, 09:17 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,115
Posted By Ravenslair
I pulled a few case fans from some old PC's. They...

I pulled a few case fans from some old PC's. They are Foxconn DC12V 0.40A fans. They have four wires going into them. A black (ground), yellow (12v), green (3.349v) and blue (3.323v). Measured...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-28-2013, 09:58 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,840
Posted By Ravenslair
How about someone puts together a chart that...

How about someone puts together a chart that shows:



What year bike you have
How many miles are on it
What oil you use
How many miles you have been using said oil
Mileage between oil...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-26-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 320
Posted By Ravenslair
Just saw this. Looks to be still available. It...

Just saw this. Looks to be still available. It does not look like they are stackable. The site does not appear to give more than the $40 discount. Still a good deal. Thanks for posting. I know a few...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-23-2013, 11:00 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,115
Posted By Ravenslair
Someone made a post about having the motronic...

Someone made a post about having the motronic control the fan. If that is possible, you could have the motronic power a relay that turns the fan on and off. That way the fan is not putting power back...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-22-2013, 09:42 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,281
Posted By Ravenslair
I run the old Odyssey bags on my 1150 and have...

I run the old Odyssey bags on my 1150 and have not had any issues. This thread has me thinking about a warning system that could be wired to the bags. I am thinking two microswitches that are...
Forum: GS Boxers 03-22-2013, 08:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,645
Posted By Ravenslair
Looks great. I like the idea of a little wider...

Looks great. I like the idea of a little wider grip. How well do the heated grips work with the added thickness?
Forum: GS Boxers 03-22-2013, 07:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,802
Posted By Ravenslair
Great job kk3an. Looks great. Nice Miller BTW....

Great job kk3an. Looks great. Nice Miller BTW. Wish I had one in my garage!
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