ACT ADV Riders Thread...Discover the ACT and surrounds - Page 102

BergDonk · 12-19-2011, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dash65

In regards to the oil, I'm doing about 80% - 90% commuting to and from work on tar, will that make a difference on the oil I should use?

I don't believe so, unless its a very short commute and then maybe a thinner oil might help, say 5w30. But with a water cooled motor (does it have a thermostat?) it shouldn't make any difference IMHO.

Steve

Dash65 · 12-19-2011, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BergDonk

I don't believe so, unless its a very short commute and then maybe a thinner oil might help, say 5w30. But with a water cooled motor (does it have a thermostat?) it shouldn't make any difference IMHO.

Steve

Hi Steve,
No thermostat on the 10, would be a nice feature though.

Commute ranges from 20 minutes to an hour depending on route.

Cheers,
Dash

BergDonk · 12-19-2011, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dash65

Hi Steve,
No thermostat on the 10, would be a nice feature though.

Commute ranges from 20 minutes to an hour depending on route.

Cheers,
Dash

And of course when all else fails, RTFM

What does the manual recommend re oil weight? I'd guess 10w40, but...

Steve

GodSilla · 12-20-2011, 02:15 AM

Hi Dash, a fair few competition-oriented bikes have grease nipples on the suspension linkages and swingarm. A pump or 2 of fresh grease after a snotty ride keeps the bearings smooth and pushes out any dirt or water that may have found it's way past the seals.
Otherwise, and especially if it's a new bike you intend to keep, there's a half-day of work replacing and repacking anything that takes grease or fork oil, as the factories not only skimp on the grease but they use the cheapest fork oil available. You shoulda seen what came out of the suspension on my XR..........

. Both ends.

GodSilla · 12-20-2011, 02:17 AM

New subject. Anyone in the ACT area want to go in for a new Garmin Rino 650? A full-feature GPS an 80 channel 5w UHF in one, currently $599 for 2 (2 for 1 deal)? The cost to you will be $299 for a unit.

havafati · 12-20-2011, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GodSilla

New subject. Anyone in the ACT area want to go in for a new Garmin Rino 650? A full-feature GPS an 80 channel 5w UHF in one, currently $599 for 2 (2 for 1 deal)? The cost to you will be $299 for a unit.

I would if had a job... helpful huh!

Guess I'll just have to keep shouting at ya.

I looked at them when released and thought wow that looks awesome. I like the fact it replaces all the handlebar clutter. Good deal too. BUGGER!!!!

Dash65 · 12-20-2011, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GodSilla

New subject. Anyone in the ACT area want to go in for a new Garmin Rino 650? A full-feature GPS an 80 channel 5w UHF in one, currently $599 for 2 (2 for 1 deal)? The cost to you will be $299 for a unit.

Do you know what gear comes with it? Mount and such?

Cheers,
Dash

GodSilla · 12-20-2011, 04:55 PM

No mount, at this price it is a bit bare-bones, but you get a cable to connect to the PC, an in-car adapter too I think, and a couple of other odds'n'sods.
No mapping, but Shonky will likely work (non-routable) and I have another "option" to try if I get one

. Tracks4Australia works I'm informed.
A mount is roughly $40 for the in-car jobbie, and a ram setup is peanuts in the overall scheme of things. I've already tried Touratech, and the local distributor has told me they don't have one right now but he has forwarded my request to head office, good service from this mob (unlike the last lot at Safari tanks, what a joke they were).

havafati · 12-20-2011, 09:19 PM

That'll do pig that'll do
Tomine QLD

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havafati · 12-20-2011, 10:48 PM

Who let this girl on a tractor? The farm is worried.
Tanya shows her dad how it's done

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GodSilla · 12-20-2011, 11:52 PM

Howcome your missus has a bigger one than me?

I feel inadequate now. Tanya's a lovely girl and all, but I've got tractor-envy now.

Dash65 · 12-20-2011, 11:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GodSilla

Howcome your missus has a bigger one than me?

I feel inadequate now. Tanya's a lovely girl and all, but I've got tractor-envy now.

Sure it's "Tractor envy"

Cheers,
Dash

hunter_greyghost · 12-21-2011, 12:57 AM

Need a tractor like that here, any chance of borrowing it Dave?

Cheers
Baza

GodSilla · 12-21-2011, 01:01 AM

You could borow mine, but it's a bit over 200 k's away. On the other hand, you could always bring the lawn around.........

hunter_greyghost · 12-21-2011, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GodSilla

You could borow mine, but it's a bit over 200 k's away. On the other hand, you could always bring the lawn around.........

Got a mower for the 'lawn', need a tractor for all the landscaping that Bev wants done!

Besides, I kept wearing out shovels [& myself!], gotta re-engineer the driveway again after Monday's downpour here in Yass, 50+mm in an hour, lovely little lot of washouts, looks like an ADV training road @ moment

Cheers
Baza

12-20-2011, 02:15 AM	#1519
GodSilla I did that. Joined: Sep 2006 Location: The Promised Land Oddometer: 6,438	Hi Dash, a fair few competition-oriented bikes have grease nipples on the suspension linkages and swingarm. A pump or 2 of fresh grease after a snotty ride keeps the bearings smooth and pushes out any dirt or water that may have found it's way past the seals. Otherwise, and especially if it's a new bike you intend to keep, there's a half-day of work replacing and repacking anything that takes grease or fork oil, as the factories not only skimp on the grease but they use the cheapest fork oil available. You shoulda seen what came out of the suspension on my XR........... Both ends.

12-20-2011, 09:19 PM	#1524
havafati Yassdafarian Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Yass, NSW, Australia Oddometer: 1,429	That'll do pig that'll do Tomine QLD Sent from my iPhone using my thumb __________________ Havafati Films - hand made for your viewing pleasure

12-20-2011, 10:48 PM	#1525
havafati Yassdafarian Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Yass, NSW, Australia Oddometer: 1,429	Who let this girl on a tractor? The farm is worried. Tanya shows her dad how it's done Sent from my iPhone using my thumb __________________ Havafati Films - hand made for your viewing pleasure

12-21-2011, 12:57 AM	#1528
hunter_greyghost XS650 Allroads Traveller Joined: Sep 2008 Location: Yass, Australia Oddometer: 5,513	Need a tractor like that here, any chance of borrowing it Dave? Cheers Baza __________________ 1981 XS650SH "Tourer" [ For Sale - when / maybe?], 1975 XS650B "Adventure" ['Kenny Krazyhorse'], 1982 XL500R 'Project' www.aussiegreyghost.smugmug.com Couldn't afford a 'GSA', so now it's an 'XSA' "I didn't do it! & whoever said I did, is a liar!"

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12-20-2011, 02:17 AM	#1520
GodSilla I did that. Joined: Sep 2006 Location: The Promised Land Oddometer: 6,438	New subject. Anyone in the ACT area want to go in for a new Garmin Rino 650? A full-feature GPS an 80 channel 5w UHF in one, currently $599 for 2 (2 for 1 deal)? The cost to you will be $299 for a unit.

12-20-2011, 04:55 PM	#1523
GodSilla I did that. Joined: Sep 2006 Location: The Promised Land Oddometer: 6,438	No mount, at this price it is a bit bare-bones, but you get a cable to connect to the PC, an in-car adapter too I think, and a couple of other odds'n'sods. No mapping, but Shonky will likely work (non-routable) and I have another "option" to try if I get one . Tracks4Australia works I'm informed. A mount is roughly $40 for the in-car jobbie, and a ram setup is peanuts in the overall scheme of things. I've already tried Touratech, and the local distributor has told me they don't have one right now but he has forwarded my request to head office, good service from this mob (unlike the last lot at Safari tanks, what a joke they were).

12-20-2011, 11:52 PM	#1526
GodSilla I did that. Joined: Sep 2006 Location: The Promised Land Oddometer: 6,438	Howcome your missus has a bigger one than me? I feel inadequate now. Tanya's a lovely girl and all, but I've got tractor-envy now.

12-21-2011, 01:01 AM	#1529
GodSilla I did that. Joined: Sep 2006 Location: The Promised Land Oddometer: 6,438	You could borow mine, but it's a bit over 200 k's away. On the other hand, you could always bring the lawn around.........