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Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 05-09-2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 147
Posted By Max Buffet
Sorry I can't help, but I think you're referring...

Sorry I can't help, but I think you're referring to Ontario, Oregon.
Almost Idaho, it's right on the border.
Forum: Road warriors 05-03-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 933
Posted By Max Buffet
I went from a Versys to a 1050 Tiger. All the...

I went from a Versys to a 1050 Tiger. All the stuff that I liked in the V were there in the Tiger, but more so.
Forum: Road warriors 12-27-2012, 12:10 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 15,778
Posted By Max Buffet
DL1000. And it made my hands go numb. :huh

DL1000.
And it made my hands go numb. :huh
Forum: Equipment 12-05-2012, 09:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,402
Posted By Max Buffet
Duluth Fire Hose Pants.

Sound tough. Expensive as hell, but tough.
Not as expensive as real riding pants, but how much protection?
Never seen one, just wondering.
Funny ads, though.:lol3
Forum: Latin America 11-28-2012, 08:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,485
Posted By Max Buffet
Yup, I knew that. And it works... <blush> ...

Yup, I knew that.
And it works...
<blush>
:D
Forum: Latin America 11-28-2012, 04:53 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,485
Posted By Max Buffet
The Dad of a high school buddy of mine owned a...

The Dad of a high school buddy of mine owned a steamship company. He knew 3 phrases in about 10 languages that he said was all you needed:
1) Hello.
2) I love you.
3) Give me a kiss.

:lol3
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-29-2012, 07:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,354
Posted By Max Buffet
This has VERY educational! Thanks for all the...

This has VERY educational!
Thanks for all the replies and I had NO idea that Coriolis Effect was a factor!
:lol3
Forum: Road warriors 10-28-2012, 07:29 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,932
Posted By Max Buffet
I appreciate the info, folks! I WILL be trying...

I appreciate the info, folks!
I WILL be trying out a couple of HDs. :D
(And a K1200R)!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-28-2012, 11:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,592
Posted By Max Buffet
Pretty much what I thought, but then I sometimes...

Pretty much what I thought, but then I sometimes miss the big picture.
:D
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-28-2012, 10:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,592
Posted By Max Buffet
License privacy?

Are there security concerns with displaying my MC tags in a Craig's list or a classified here?
I see some guys blur them out (how do you do that, btw).
Could it be used for some dark purpose?...
Forum: Road warriors 10-20-2012, 10:02 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,932
Posted By Max Buffet
Thanks, you guys! Good info and I'm especially...

Thanks, you guys! Good info and I'm especially grateful to Dakez!
I can get to Eugene without too much trouble. Plus, it's one of my favorite areas!
It won't be very soon, but I'll be in touch.
:D
Forum: Road warriors 10-20-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,932
Posted By Max Buffet
Thanks! I'll fill it out tonight. I'm near...

Thanks!
I'll fill it out tonight.
I'm near Boise.
Forum: Road warriors 10-18-2012, 01:30 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,932
Posted By Max Buffet
Just wondering about Harleys.

I have a GS and a Tiger. I've had a 1000DL, KLR, Versys, Virago 920, '82 KZ 750, and a Honda S90 back when the earth was still cooling. Started riding eons ago, but with a 31-year break. So, a...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-18-2012, 12:07 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,354
Posted By Max Buffet
Excellent! Just what I was looking for,...

Excellent!
Just what I was looking for, especially since I also have a GS.
Thanks!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-16-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,354
Posted By Max Buffet
Thanks! :D I agree, left just seemed more...

Thanks! :D
I agree, left just seemed more natural.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 10-16-2012, 12:36 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,354
Posted By Max Buffet
Yet ANOTHER dumb question!

Please be gentle with "the challenged" (me)...
Does it matter if the wheel is turned to the left or right when on the side-stand? Seems like left is more stable, but I just don't know what I don't...
Forum: Equipment 09-17-2012, 11:50 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,598
Posted By Max Buffet
I have Gerbing and I'm happy with it! But, as a...

I have Gerbing and I'm happy with it!
But, as a universal caveat, carry non-heated equipment that will get you home if that stuff fails...
Reserve chute, belt and suspenders, etc.
Think, "What...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-13-2012, 03:08 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,990
Posted By Max Buffet
+1!

+1!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-13-2012, 01:24 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,990
Posted By Max Buffet
Not talking sleepiness, per se. But fatigue as in...

Not talking sleepiness, per se. But fatigue as in reaction times and fine motor skills. I'm not sleepy after riding all day, but I'm definitely tired. Cockpit boredom is a different animal.
I think...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 09-13-2012, 12:46 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,990
Posted By Max Buffet
If someone wants to do it, I couldn't care less. ...

If someone wants to do it, I couldn't care less.
However, just to be a wet blanket, one important thing is being overlooked.
A few years ago I attended a 3-day NASA workshop titled "Fatigue...
Forum: GS Boxers 09-03-2012, 09:45 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 5,646
Posted By Max Buffet
CRAP!!! I was going to offer you $1000 buck for...

CRAP!!!
I was going to offer you $1000 buck for that POS...

Kidding!
Glad you're back to normal and thanks for the lesson.
Really!
Enjoy it!
Forum: Beasts 09-03-2012, 11:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,498
Posted By Max Buffet
I had a DL1000 for short while. The test drive...

I had a DL1000 for short while.
The test drive was great, great price, and I snagged it. A few days later I took it for an extended ride. My hands went numb from the vibration after about 2 hours....
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-14-2012, 12:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,767
Posted By Max Buffet
Hitler didn't ride dirt bikes? Awww, OK. Never...

Hitler didn't ride dirt bikes?
Awww, OK. Never mind... :lol3
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-13-2012, 11:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,767
Posted By Max Buffet
I have to add something: A few years ago an...

I have to add something:
A few years ago an aquaintence shared a story.
They were in a LA high-end beach restaurant. 2 guys burst in, one yelling, drill sargeant-style. Brandishing handguns....
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-13-2012, 11:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,767
Posted By Max Buffet
Jeff Dahmler (sp?) was somebody's son. HITLER was...

Jeff Dahmler (sp?) was somebody's son. HITLER was somebody's son.
Wipe your prints off as you load your mags...
Maybe the next POS will have second thoughts...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-15-2012, 12:08 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,079
Posted By Max Buffet
Doo, Dah! Doo, Dah! :D

Doo, Dah! Doo, Dah!
:D
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-14-2012, 10:57 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,079
Posted By Max Buffet
Last summer in my yard, I was stung on the back...

Last summer in my yard, I was stung on the back of my head by a really aggressive wasp. My first thought was that I had been shot by a BB gun, it freakin' HURT! Later that same afternoon I was trying...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-13-2012, 11:58 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,079
Posted By Max Buffet
Thanks for all the replies! Errr, most of the...

Thanks for all the replies! Errr, most of the replies... :huh
I sincerely appreciate it, folks.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-13-2012, 11:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,079
Posted By Max Buffet
Now, that is something that I never considered...

Now, that is something that I never considered and I'm even vaguely familiar with "On Old Olympus Towering Top, etc..."!
Excellent idea, thanks!
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 05-12-2012, 10:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,079
Posted By Max Buffet
Kinda embarrassing, but

Does anyone else's nose itch when they ride? Drives me nuts! Full face helmet, any mustache hairs within reach are trimmed, no allergies or anything. I'm kind of a noob. Returned to riding about 5...
Forum: GS Boxers 04-23-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,855
Posted By Max Buffet
I had the same problem, but it was my learning...

I had the same problem, but it was my learning curve:
Put a gentle pressure on the gear selector and slowly let out the clutch. Mine is now so smooth that I have to watch the gear indicator to see...
Forum: GS Boxers 02-11-2012, 10:20 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,538
Posted By Max Buffet
Anybody know what the invoice on a 2011 GSA would...

Anybody know what the invoice on a 2011 GSA would be?
Fog lights, computer, ABS, ESA, bag racks, no traction control (can't remember the acronym).
10% off bags. They want $19.5 OTD, not including...
Forum: GS Boxers 01-17-2012, 07:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,419
Posted By Max Buffet
I have an '05 I bought at 32K miles and now have...

I have an '05 I bought at 32K miles and now have 43K. Scheduled maint only and 2 small current problems.
1). Gas gauge shows full until about half full and then drops and then is mostly accurate. I...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 01-08-2012, 12:12 AM
Replies: 7,167
Sticky: PNW Flea Market
Views: 1,748,290
Posted By Max Buffet
2007 Tiger

<HR style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #d4d1c8; COLOR: #d4d1c8" SIZE=1>
Well-equipped 2007 non-ABS Tiger. 14,5xx miles.
Centerstand, heated grips, wired for Aerosticht heated clothing/batt tender, engine...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 01-07-2012, 11:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 632
Posted By Max Buffet
I have used Mitch's. I unreservedly recommend...

I have used Mitch's. I unreservedly recommend him.
Professional, experienced, and friendly. He worked on my '05 GS and did a very thorough job.
He's also a commercial pilot and is building an...
Forum: Thumpers 11-12-2011, 11:15 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,334
Posted By Max Buffet
I had a new 2008. I never had to add oil, just...

I had a new 2008. I never had to add oil, just changed it every 1000-1500 miles in almost 5K miles.
I had min oil use, although I've heard many OTHER stories.
I'm an incredibly savy operator! ...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 11-06-2011, 11:37 PM
Replies: 6,836
Views: 1,705,744
Posted By Max Buffet
1050 Tiger ...

1050 Tiger
http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/2688570573.html
Forum: GPS Tracks - West & PNW 10-17-2011, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,559
Posted By Max Buffet
Very interesting and moving. I don't live too far...

Very interesting and moving. I don't live too far away and I like to visit the site. The GPX file won't open for me, could you give the Lat/Longs?
Thanks,
Max
Forum: Road warriors 10-12-2011, 10:04 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,910
Posted By Max Buffet
I bought a DL1000 after a 20-mile test ride at...

I bought a DL1000 after a 20-mile test ride at the dealer. Very low miles, it was an '08 with good farkles.
I thought it was great. Looks are subjective: Form follows function. If it works, I don't...
Forum: Beasts 10-06-2011, 01:05 AM
Replies: 17,447
Views: 4,681,779
Posted By Max Buffet
So confused...

I have a really nice '07 non-ABS Tiger.
Loaded. Engine guards, hard bags, connections for electrical clothes, a couple of windshields, centerstand, hot grips, upgraded seat (memory foam), lowered...
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