Adventure in Ohio? - Page 3831

Danjal · 03-16-2013, 01:55 PM

He's handing out bikes just to meet him?

Gonzo_Matt · 03-16-2013, 01:59 PM

And one last post whore......If anyone is interested in a clean 2007 KLR 650, I'm maybe looking to part with mine. 13k miles, bought new by Whitey, new sprockets and chain, two brothers pipe, Moose hand guards, skidplate, 50% tires, Dakar sticker.....$2300 to an inmate here, I don't have to sell it, but if someone buys it, it will motivate me to buy a Tiger or Strom...

MeefZah · 03-16-2013, 02:13 PM

Does it still have the skidplate made from an old shovel?

Gonzo_Matt · 03-16-2013, 02:14 PM

I think it was maybe a road sign or a dryer door pilfered from rent a center....

ruppster · 03-16-2013, 02:23 PM

2005 450EXC 28.0 hours 443 miles.

Hadn't been started in two years, valves never adjusted. I think it was full of Stabil, though. Pretty sure I adjusted the valves right, followed the YouTube video. Backed them off, put a 0.050 shim in (oops, meant .005) , & tightened back down, then pulled the feeler out. After initial start-up, it starts with one kick. I does have a decel pop, but its all stock, I'm not sure if that's the norm... I'll have to do some reading.
It was crashed hard & not ridden much after so it's scratched up more that the pic shows and the bars are tweaked. The price was really right for no more hours than it has.

Now for some risers, bars, hand guards, & a dual sport kit...
Hopefully get to try some organized dual sports & enduro riding.

BTW Indypup, there is absolutely no comparison with the WRR power wise. I can get front wheel of the WRR up a little in 2nd, but it doesn't like it. With this 450 1st is stupid, 2nd is crazy, & you'd better have your weight over the front wheel if you twist it wide open in 3rd. It's kind of silly, makes me smile for sure.

Gonzo_Matt · 03-16-2013, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ruppster

2005 450EXC 28.0 hours 443 miles.

Hadn't been started in two years, valves never adjusted. I think it was full of Stabil, though. Pretty sure I adjusted the valves right, followed the YouTube video. Backed them off, put a 0.050 shim in, & tightened back down, then pulled the feeler out. After initial start-up, it starts with one kick. I does have a decel pop, but its all stock, I'm not sure if that's the norm... I'll have to do some reading.
It was crashed hard & not ridden much after so it's scratched up more that the pic shows and the bars are tweaked. The price was really right for no more hours than it has.

Now for some risers, bars, hand guards, & a dual sport kit...
Hopefully get to try some organized dual sports & enduro riding.

BTW Indypup, there is absolutely no comparison with the WRR power wise. I can make the WRR do second gear wheelies, but it doesn't like it. With this 450 1st is stupid, 2nd is crazy, & you'd better have your weight over the front wheel if you twist it wide open in 3rd. It's kind of silly, makes me smile for sure.

They are fun aren't they? Compared to the WRR there is none...

jrockrat · 03-16-2013, 03:14 PM

It was good to meet you and Wyatt. I think your nephew and yourself will enjoy the bike.

Hopefully soon we'll be meet up on a ride.

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Originally Posted by Gonzo_Matt

Wyatt and I had the opportunity to meet Jason (Jrockrat) and his lovely wife today, and a bonus was I brought home a CRF 80 for my nephew.....it's going to live at my house though for "safekeeping"

. Thanks again Jason, and Wyatt wants to know when he can come back...

I took it on a lap around the pond and talk about a good time....I might get it plated and toss it on the back of my bus for campground shenanigans....

Danjal · 03-16-2013, 03:27 PM

Nice lookin set of wheels ruppster.

Whitey1 · 03-16-2013, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MeefZah

Does it still have the skidplate made from an old shovel?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gonzo_Matt

I think it was maybe a road sign or a dryer door pilfered from rent a center....

Best $5 I ever spent.

sion · 03-16-2013, 04:46 PM

so, instead of going to the gun show in Marietta today, I went to Buckeye Outdoors in Hebron. Place was busy, but I was able to get service in under an hour. Looked at several pieces before finally settling on this:

SD40 VE and a box of ammo, out the door for $379.

cant wait to shoot it...who's up for some target practice tomorrow?

indypup · 03-16-2013, 04:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sion

so, instead of going to the gun show in Marietta today, I went to Buckeye Outdoors in Hebron. Place was busy, but I was able to get service in under an hour. Looked at several pieces before finally settling on this:

SD40 VE and a box of ammo, out the door for $379.

cant wait to shoot it...who's up for some target practice tomorrow?

Guess what Luke, Lisa, and I did this afternoon? I think that's looks like Luke's new gun. I got a black scary looking rifle.

Danjal · 03-16-2013, 04:51 PM

The sigmas have hands down the worst trigger of any production pistol I've ever used. Good news is they've been rumored to do free trigger work on them under warranty. Congrats on your purchase.

mpenner · 03-16-2013, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gonzo_Matt

And one last post whore......If anyone is interested in a clean 2007 KLR 650, I'm maybe looking to part with mine. 13k miles, bought new by Whitey, new sprockets and chain, two brothers pipe, Moose hand guards, skidplate, 50% tires, Dakar sticker.....$2300 to an inmate here, I don't have to sell it, but if someone buys it, it will motivate me to buy a Tiger or Strom...

Is this yours as well?

http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/3683705831.html

I recognize that picture. I think that was the inaugural ride for you on that bike if I recall correctly.

Gonzo_Matt · 03-16-2013, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpenner

Is this yours as well?

http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/3683705831.html

I recognize that picture. I think that was the inaugural ride for you on that bike if I recall correctly.

yes and yes.

Blowout pricing on the KTM, ho hum pricing on the KLR as I don't want to sell it unless it is being replaced with a more street oriented ride. I finally got my garage clean, and there are too many damn bikes I don't ride in there.

buildit · 03-16-2013, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by indypup

Guess what Luke, Lisa, and I did this afternoon? I think that's looks like Luke's new gun. I got a black scary looking rifle.

Yep, same gun but mine was $20 less.

On the plus side I really like mine Sion and I bet you will also

03-16-2013, 01:59 PM	#57452
Gonzo_Matt Random Hero Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Sparta, Ohio Oddometer: 1,609	And one last post whore......If anyone is interested in a clean 2007 KLR 650, I'm maybe looking to part with mine. 13k miles, bought new by Whitey, new sprockets and chain, two brothers pipe, Moose hand guards, skidplate, 50% tires, Dakar sticker.....$2300 to an inmate here, I don't have to sell it, but if someone buys it, it will motivate me to buy a Tiger or Strom... __________________ Never turn your back on Fear. It should always be in front of you, like a thing that might have to be killed.

03-16-2013, 02:13 PM	#57453
MeefZah Curmudgeonly Joined: Nov 2003 Location: New Philadelphia, OH Oddometer: 8,797	Does it still have the skidplate made from an old shovel? __________________ Go forth, wander aimlessly, explore, have adventures and shit...

03-16-2013, 02:14 PM	#57454
Gonzo_Matt Random Hero Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Sparta, Ohio Oddometer: 1,609	I think it was maybe a road sign or a dryer door pilfered from rent a center.... __________________ Never turn your back on Fear. It should always be in front of you, like a thing that might have to be killed.

03-16-2013, 02:23 PM	#57455
ruppster Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Marietta, OH Oddometer: 308	2005 450EXC 28.0 hours 443 miles. Hadn't been started in two years, valves never adjusted. I think it was full of Stabil, though. Pretty sure I adjusted the valves right, followed the YouTube video. Backed them off, put a 0.050 shim in (oops, meant .005) , & tightened back down, then pulled the feeler out. After initial start-up, it starts with one kick. I does have a decel pop, but its all stock, I'm not sure if that's the norm... I'll have to do some reading. It was crashed hard & not ridden much after so it's scratched up more that the pic shows and the bars are tweaked. The price was really right for no more hours than it has. Now for some risers, bars, hand guards, & a dual sport kit... Hopefully get to try some organized dual sports & enduro riding. BTW Indypup, there is absolutely no comparison with the WRR power wise. I can get front wheel of the WRR up a little in 2nd, but it doesn't like it. With this 450 1st is stupid, 2nd is crazy, & you'd better have your weight over the front wheel if you twist it wide open in 3rd. It's kind of silly, makes me smile for sure. __________________ 08 WR250R, 05 450EXC ruppster screwed with this post 03-16-2013 at 03:56 PM

03-16-2013, 04:46 PM	#57460
sion sigh-own Joined: Jul 2010 Location: Hocking Hills Oddometer: 2,758	so, instead of going to the gun show in Marietta today, I went to Buckeye Outdoors in Hebron. Place was busy, but I was able to get service in under an hour. Looked at several pieces before finally settling on this: SD40 VE and a box of ammo, out the door for $379. cant wait to shoot it...who's up for some target practice tomorrow? __________________ I say, there's no such thing as a bad day's riding. -metaljockey whats the value of good gear?: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showp...ostcount=49301

03-16-2013, 01:55 PM	#57451
Danjal Insert wit here. Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Location,Location Oddometer: 1,189	He's handing out bikes just to meet him?

03-16-2013, 03:27 PM	#57458
Danjal Insert wit here. Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Location,Location Oddometer: 1,189	Nice lookin set of wheels ruppster.

03-16-2013, 04:51 PM	#57462
Danjal Insert wit here. Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Location,Location Oddometer: 1,189	The sigmas have hands down the worst trigger of any production pistol I've ever used. Good news is they've been rumored to do free trigger work on them under warranty. Congrats on your purchase.

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