Richmond Va chatter

[Dr WhipIt]

Originally Posted by Eddy Alvarez

ALL BRANDS WELCOME!
http://www.mortonsbmw.com/springfling_2013.html

Last year, Chuck and I led the dual sport ride that most enjoyed very much. Steve Anderson and I discussed the option of doing a more sedate "gravel/graded dirt" ride like Panther Falls road and then a more "challenging" option that could include something like Big Levels, cell tower or Shoe Creek for 2013. Whatever it is, it really can't be too far from the hotel or people will bitch. Also, people going on the more challenging route would need to know up front that there is a strong probability that they WILL drop their bikes a couple of times, but there will be plenty of help to lift it back upright!

Steve, if you are reading this, I am still happy to help in any way posible.

As a participant of that ride, I think that is a great idea. I'm looking forward to this years Rally and am planning on hitting the Pedlar ATV trails on the Friday before.

[btblueskies]

Originally Posted by burtonrider3889

I'm going to run to the gym right now. I will be back home by 11:30. I live off Hull Street about 15 minutes away for the Forest Hill Spot. 1 would be fine by me. I can probably swing 12:15-12:30 if you want to meet somewhere nearby there for lunch first. Just post up. I'll check the thread on my phone while I'm out.

Care to meet at five guys in front of martins at 12:15? I'll be there as I am jonesing for a meat bomb :)

[burtonrider3889]

I'll be there.

[goosecreek]

Originally Posted by VACommuter

Its a Beemer thing. You wouldn't understand.....

VAC

Well you "BMW" guys will be a bit disappointed. There is no Starbucks in Natrual Bridge. Hey maybe I could be your monkey for the week-end.

[BrendaP]

Originally Posted by goosecreek

Well you "BMW" guys will be a bit disappointed. There is no Starbucks in Natrual Bridge. Hey maybe I could be your monkey for the week-end.

Hey Goose, looks like the guys answered your question before I got back online. I would have just pointed you to Eddy anyway...

@ HP, +1 early spring training rides!

[ddlewis]

Originally Posted by goosecreek

Well you "BMW" guys will be a bit disappointed. There is no Starbucks in Natrual Bridge. Hey maybe I could be your monkey for the week-end.

I see a Latte and scones tent where everything is served on "Touratech" printed paper cups/napkins. we'll make a killing.

[toddzacker]

Originally Posted by HalfPlate

Eddy,

If I can help you guys with this let me know. I am more than happy to ride sweep, set-up routes, preride, train, etc.

Eddy & Andy,

+1 for the pre-ride...I'm ready & I will look into making the event...need to check the calendar.

[Sic Semper Tyrannis]

Originally Posted by higworld

Don't know about an official RTE, but I'm heading over to Pho So 1 for a steaming bowl of goodness at 11:30. All are welcome to join. (On Horsepen, just a bit down from Broad, behind the Mexican and Chinese joints).

Wouldn't you know it. I don't check the board today and you go to one of my fav places 5 mins from my office!!!!!!

Arggh!!!!

[jgiacobbe]

Originally Posted by ddlewis

I see a Latte and scones tent where everything is served on "Touratech" printed paper cups/napkins. we'll make a killing.

One problem I see with the plan, we have to know how to make a Latte and we'd loose any chance at a profit margin after getting the "Touratech" branded napkins. Maybe we should use cheap knock off "Tour-A-Tech" napkins instead?

On an unrelated note, why isn't it 5 o'clock yet? I'm ready to go home.

[burtonrider3889]

Just got back from my first day at the training grounds. It was great. I'm going to need some hand guards soon because I already broke my brake lever. Met up with Karl then Jared came after he left. Good times. Sad to see my pristine bike slowly get beat up. Lever broke, and my decal on one side is already cracked all the way up the middle somehow. I assume one of my spills put some pressure on it. At least a good power washing still cleans her up well. I don't think the bike has ever been this dirty. I had to ride home with my gloves strapped to my handle bars after I went hands first into a huge puddle. It was a freezing cold ride home to say the least. Some grip warmers would be nice...

[Guy Young]

Originally Posted by burtonrider3889

Just got back from my first day at the training grounds. It was great. I'm going to need some hand guards soon because I already broke my brake lever. Met up with Karl then Jared came after he left. Good times. Sad to see my pristine bike slowly get beat up. Lever broke, and my decal on one side is already cracked all the way up the middle somehow. I assume one of my spills put some pressure on it. At least a good power washing still cleans her up well. I don't think the bike has ever been this dirty. I had to ride home with my gloves strapped to my handle bars after I went hands first into a huge puddle. It was a freezing cold ride home to say the least. Some grip warmers would be nice...

Trust you used care where you directed that wand?

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[burtonrider3889]

Yea I try not to get it too close to the seat or stickers. Anything else I should watch out for?

[Boon Booni]

Originally Posted by burtonrider3889

Yea I try not to get it too close to the seat or stickers. Anything else I should watch out for?

Wheel bearings, shock linkage and steering head bearings are some that come to mind. A power washer can blow water right through those seals.

Pretty nice how clean it came out though.

[burtonrider3889]

Gotcha. Unless you're putting it super close I don't think the pressure is that serious. It works good cause it only costs about 2 bucks for 5 minutes and cleans it up great after a messy ride.

[Guy Young]

Originally Posted by Boon Booni

Wheel bearings, shock linkage and steering head bearings are some that come to mind. A power washer can blow water right through those seals.

Pretty nice how clean it came out though.

Also need to be careful with the countershaft and shift shaft seals.

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