I NEED to buy something for the GS... please tell me what it is

ClearwaterBMW · Jul 3, 2007

as a "companion thread" to another recently here
there are a lot of us around here who can't stand when there is nothing to buy......

YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE

so...
let's compile a list here...
of things WE ALL NEED
but some of us may not have yet purchased

this way..... we'll know WHERE to look, when we need to buy something RIGHT NOW

thanks, as always, in advance

Mike K. · Jul 3, 2007

cheap gas

ctfz1 · Jul 3, 2007

Hyperpro suspension?

BMW-K · Jul 3, 2007

Ohlins or Hyperpro.

Metzler tires.

Double GPS's.

A 12-volt capable GMRS radio.

Some kinda chromed doo-dad just so I can fit into the SoCal HD crowd.

Oro D · Jul 3, 2007

Garmin Zumo 550 with XM, traffic and weather subscriptions.

Ohlins

Aerostich 42L (Does this count as a farkle?)

Hid lights

I am sure that these items would tide me over for a few weeks.

MAD MAN · Jul 3, 2007

FOR THE BIKE (semi-neccesary)
Throttle Lock
Center exhaust guard
Hand guard spoilers
Tank bag
Tail bag, or top box
Bmw to regular adapter, accesory plug
Spare Handguard tabs
PIAA 510's
Headlight guard

FOR THE BIKE (not neccesary, but nice)
Cordless radar
Autocom
Foot splash guards
CB communication
Forward power plug
Motorguard reinforcement
Side exhaust protectors
Rear fender tab caliper guard

FOR THE RIDER
Rain gear that works (lazer cut zippers)
Waterproof Boots and Gloves
Padded Bicycle pants
Neck Gator
Heated vest
Comfy thermals
Ear plugs or on ear headphones

ClearwaterBMW · Jul 3, 2007

i am loving this responses
glad to see that some of you have been thinking about the very same thing

i really appreciate your thoughts

MRHAPPY · Jul 3, 2007

personal mechanic

sbk12rs · Jul 3, 2007

How about a GS ?

hateithere · Jul 3, 2007

more vacation

JimVonBaden · Jul 3, 2007

MRHAPPY said:

personal mechanic
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I need yet another seat on my GS, lucky number 5?

I already have everything else I could want! :huh

Jim

GillaFunk · Jul 3, 2007

a hot 20 year old chick to give road head on demand

WickedChicken · Jul 3, 2007

How bout a new Xchallenge to keep it company? It gets lonely in the driveway at night...

Gringacho · Jul 3, 2007

Gillafunk said:

a hot 20 year old chick to give road head on demand
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That's a pretty expensive farkle!

MysteryRider · Jul 3, 2007

One of the best farkles I have added to the 1100 GS and the HP2 was re-locating blocks for the handlebars.
I like sitting up straight. Takes the load off of your back and shoulders.

YMMV.

Vettster

Norsman · Jul 5, 2007

How about a sweet battery!

http://www.odysseybatteries.com/battery/pc680.htm

Fastway pegs.

from alaskaleather. http://www.alaskaleather.com/onlinestore.html

ClearwaterBMW · Jul 5, 2007

Norsman said:

How about a sweet battery!

http://www.odysseybatteries.com/battery/pc680.htm

Fastway pegs.

from alaskaleather. http://www.alaskaleather.com/onlinestore.html
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2 MUST HAVES, as far as i am concerned

lighiche · Jul 5, 2007

MAD MAN said:

FOR THE BIKE (semi-neccesary)
Throttle Lock
Center exhaust guard
Tank bag

Which ones? By whom?

Does anyone know of a tank bag that marries the waterproofness of an Ortlieb bag with the convenience of a Marsee Corona? I really like the gas-cap-ring-magnet of the Marsee, with the fact that the bag doesn't rest on the tank, but would love the thing to have absolutely waterproof material and zippers. It's not bad, weather-wise, as it is, but why can't a tank-bag manufacturer come up with absolutely waterproof? (Any suggestions for bags that don't involve magnets that attach to the tank itself?)

Oh, compare the Fastways, which are awesome, to the Roc Stompas sold by Adventurers Workshop. I installed the "long" Roc Stompas that Andrew sells on my 1150 GS and I'm beyond happy. Great, great pegs. Worth every penny and more.
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JimVonBaden · Jul 5, 2007

lighiche said:

MAD MAN said:

FOR THE BIKE (semi-neccesary)
Throttle Lock
Center exhaust guard
Tank bag

Which ones? By whom?

Does anyone know of a tank bag that marries the waterproofness of an Ortlieb bag with the convenience of a Marsee Corona? I really like the gas-cap-ring-magnet of the Marsee, with the fact that the bag doesn't rest on the tank, but would love the thing to have absolutely waterproof material and zippers. It's not bad, weather-wise, as it is, but why can't a tank-bag manufacturer come up with absolutely waterproof? (Any suggestions for bags that don't involve magnets that attach to the tank itself?)

Oh, compare the Fastways, which are awesome, to the Roc Stompas sold by Adventurers Workshop. I installed the "long" Roc Stompas that Andrew sells on my 1150 GS and I'm beyond happy. Great, great pegs. Worth every penny and more.
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First the Fastways. I have had them on my bike for the whole time I have owned it, 33K miles, and have always loved them for their wide comfortable footprint, and non-skid Allen pegs. Great design, slim and strong.<o></o>
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Then Andrew sent me these, the Roc Stomper pegs he now sells.<o></o>
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They come in multiple colors, and are slightly more than the Fastways at $135<o></o>
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I received the 3/4" longer set with 22 pins instead of 20. The grip pins are fastened from underneath, and are similar to the Fastway pegs.<o></o>
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As you can see by the comparison, the Fastway pegs are far superior to the stockers. The Roc Stompers are just as nice, and in this case, wider than both. (The regular set should be about the same width as the Fastways. This becomes important to me.)<o></o>
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The fit and finish of the Roc Stompers is absolutely first rate. They look great, and appear to be incredibly durable. <o></o>
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I rode for the last 1000 miles with them, and find them every bit as comfortable as the Fastways, and even a little better. They would be particularly good for wider and larger feet, if you have the large set like I have, and there is certainly no worries about grip. They have it in spades. They also need no special adjustment like the Fastways to keep them level. They bolt right up level with a simple slip of the pin through the bushed mounts.<o></o>
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For the money, this product is worth every dime, and a great alternative to the Fastway pegs, especially if you have larger feet, like long distance comfort, and like to stand a lot off road and on.<o></o>
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The only drawbacks I can see to these pegs is that they are not height adjustable. They are about the same as the Fastways on the higher position, which is about 3/4" lower than stock, and the spring that came with it seems to have not been made for the 12GS, though it works perfectly well.<o></o>
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One last note: If you are a shorter rider I would suggest you get the standard, narrower, footpegs. The wide ones I tested cause me to have to spread my legs a bit, effectively limiting my ability to maximize my foot purchase on the ground. I went from nearly flatfooting it, to the balls of my feet.<o></o>
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PS While I do not have any financial stake in the sale of these pegs, or AdvWorkshop, Andrew does sell my DVD's. He asked for an honest assessment, and I am giving it to you.
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lighiche · Jul 5, 2007

I concur with the above assessment. I've put a couple thousand miles on these wider Roc Stompas and they are fantastic. The wide version is a bit more expensive - at $199/pair - as compared to Andrew's regular price of $135 for the X-Stomp, but, frankly, for the quality and craftmanship, it's two C-notes' worth at least.

Unbelievably comfortable, particulary if you stand on the pegs. Very stable.

I've got a 31" inseam and wear size 13 shoes. I can now stand on the pegs comfortably for miles at a time.

Good goods.

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