Started one of these in Desmotropic a while back, so why not here?
Took Darmah down to the dog park for a few hours so she could run run run. Couple of pretty ladies down there.
Then went to check out Coleman Powersports. I know they don't have the best rep over here, but I was impressed when one of the employees actually told me to take my bike out to Doug at Ducpond for servicing. That gets a thumbs up. Plus, seeing as how they are a "local" dealer, I was thinking about hitting them up to help host some local rides...
Which park?
I hoofed it around Denver playing tourist and seeing how it's changed since I last was here/lived out west. Then played some more catch up with the cousins I'm staying with. Found out they are big BSG fans too
Quote from: yuu on June 10, 2010, 07:49:52 PM
Which park?
The one in Shirlington. It's only two miles from the flat that I will be living in, so it's nice and convenient.
Quote from: yuu on June 10, 2010, 07:49:52 PM
I hoofed it around Denver playing tourist and seeing how it's changed since I last was here/lived out west. Then played some more catch up with the cousins I'm staying with. Found out they are big BSG fans too
BSG?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2010, 07:54:09 PM
The one in Shirlington.
That's the best dog park in the area. Crazy mobbed on the weekends. There's another dog park upstream - Carlin Springs, I think - that's nice and shady. No fence there, though.
Quote from: tuanogus on June 11, 2010, 09:01:09 AM
That's the best dog park in the area. Crazy mobbed on the weekends. There's another dog park upstream - Carlin Springs, I think - that's nice and shady. No fence there, though.
It is a really nice park, with lots of room for D to go stupid nuts. LOTS of pretty ladies down there today too. ;D
Quote from: zooom on June 11, 2010, 09:41:52 AM
Battlestar Galactica
Achso. <looking for the geek smiley>
DRKWNG, that's my park! I live a short walk from it - looks like were neighbors now.
If you didn't scope out shirlington village, you should. There's a bakery that sells doggie biscuits called Best Buns. And just a couple weeks back a place called Dogma opened up there on the lower lever. It's near Bungallow Billiards.
I'll be headed over there (best buns) in the AM - drop me a pm
if you see this. Also we could coordinate looking at the A* pants.
Quote from: yuu on June 10, 2010, 07:49:52 PM
Which park?
I hoofed it around Denver playing tourist and seeing how it's changed since I last was here/lived out west. Then played some more catch up with the cousins I'm staying with. Found out they are big BSG fans too
I just bought a bicycle in Denver.
Rode 200 miles by 10AM. :P
Right now I gotta feed the baby (4 months) and, after, go buy the wife an anniversary gift (6 years). [wine]
Looking forward to riding with some fellow CAMers tomorrow! [moto]
Spent about two hours down at the dog park earlier today, and DAMN if there aren't a lot of pretty ladies down there. Keeping Darmah is panning out to be one of the better decisions I have ever made. So glad I kept her instead of the wife. ;)
One box came in with half of my riding gear as well. I'll be going back to Coleman's to test ride that new Multi soon.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 12, 2010, 09:07:08 AM
So glad I kept her instead of the wife. ;)
Ouch!
Walked around Old Town with Darmah during the early day, had brunch and a few drinks, then went back out later with D to Shirlington Center and did the same. Over all a good day.
last 2 days...I was off with Dolci's Girl Scout troop being a scout leader type helping them with their Speleology and Geocaching expedition trip in midwestern , PA....
Installed a Trail Tech Vapor on my bike over the weekend. Mounted it on an aluminum bracket with a few LEDs... fun times!
Worked as a VIP/Press mule at the Air Force Cycling Classic this past weekend. Saturday's race was in Clarendon and Sunday's was in Crystal City. Not only did I get paid to do it, but I got 2 free nights at the Crystal City Marriott and a loaner 2010 BMW 1200GS Adventure (with about 100 miles on the clock) to ride all weekend from race sponsor Battley Cycles. Awful darn nice of them to do that for me and the other mule driver who had a loaner 1200RT. I think I got the better bike. The GS is an awesome bike to ride around on in a city environment. The slow speed control and manners of this bike are impeccable. It's also very capable on the twisty backroads too. I got to thrash it around a bit on mine and Lar's favorite AA county roads.
But...
It's no Ducati. So therefore not even a consideration as a replacement. Maybe a stable mate when I can afford a used one.
Quote from: mrEnke on June 14, 2010, 07:43:31 AM
Installed a Trail Tech Vapor on my bike...
Sweet Jeebus, that's a goodie!.. My buddy is pimpin' his old bike and has been looking for something digital to complete his vision. The black Vapor is gonna do the trick I think. [thumbsup]
Just got the email that my car is at the VPC in Baltimore. Now I just need to get hooked up with a ride to go get it...
And off to the dog park I go...
Quote from: tuanogus on June 14, 2010, 08:33:11 AM
Sweet Jeebus, that's a goodie!.. My buddy is pimpin' his old bike and has been looking for something digital to complete his vision. The black Vapor is gonna do the trick I think. [thumbsup]
I did a little searching online and decided that the Vapor gives me the most bang for my buck. The guys at Moto Gadget (http://www.motogadget.com/us/frameset.html (http://www.motogadget.com/us/frameset.html)) make some pretty sweet tachs but they're too expensive ... at least for now ;)
Only issue I'm having is that the tach is jumpy, but I should be able to solve that soon. I'll post in the Accessories thread once I'm all done.
So... I've been here in DC for a week now and everyday I ask the office when I am going to be able to check in so I am not charged an excess amount of leave. I was selected for this assignment over six months ago, and they STILL have no idea how to in-process me.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 15, 2010, 04:24:01 AM
So... I've been here in DC for a week now and everyday I ask the office when I am going to be able to check in so I am not charged an excess amount of leave. I was selected for this assignment over six months ago, and they STILL have no idea how to in-process me.
just don't go and jerk off on the quarter master's desk when he isn't looking!!!
Quote from: zooom on June 15, 2010, 05:47:22 AM
just don't go and jerk off on the quarter master's desk when he isn't looking!!!
lol That would be guaranteed to go down well.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 15, 2010, 05:55:47 AM
lol That would be guaranteed to go down well.
oh the ways to apply and reply to that....
Scored free a CB-700 and a CB-500 [thumbsup] One for the friend who had to sell her bike an one for the SO who wants to learn to ride.
Now... just gotta get 'em runnin.
Quote from: yuu on June 15, 2010, 07:10:21 AM
Scored free a CB-700 and a CB-500 [thumbsup] One for the friend who had to sell her bike an one for the SO who wants to learn to ride.
Now... just gotta get 'em runnin.
COOOL...CONGRATS!....now all you need is a project area....
Had a chat with the owner of the condo I was supposed to take today, and told him that I wanted out of the lease. He said he was fine with that but didn't want to let me out until he/we found someone else to move in.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 16, 2010, 02:09:45 PM
Had a chat with the owner of the condo I was supposed to take today, and told him that I wanted out of the lease. He said he was fine with that but didn't want to let me out until he/we found someone else to move in.
pull the old "too bad, I am getting redeployed elsewhere" and point to the military serviceman clause in the contract/lease and keep on walking...
Quote from: zooom on June 15, 2010, 08:37:46 AM
COOOL...CONGRATS!....now all you need is a project area....
Actually turns out its a CB700 and a CX500... The CB is destined for CookieMonster to replace her long sold 620... the CX... well... Might need some CPR we'll see. IF it can be made safe than it'll be a beginner bike for the SO. If it can't be made safe and sufficiently reliable (with reasonable efforts) then she's a scrapper
is the CX a turbo?..if so...those are cool ass bikes...lil heavy for a beginner for the SO though maybe...unless you are dating a Valkerie warrior princess born from Valhalla
No turbo AFIK.
Might be a bit heavy... but she has HD aspirations... that I'm trying to educate her out of.
Valkerie, no warrior princess perhaps. She might be taller n you. Put her in even low heals and she's got me.
Quote from: yuu on June 17, 2010, 07:40:02 AM
No turbo AFIK.
Might be a bit heavy... but she has HD aspirations... that I'm trying to educate her out of.
Valkerie, no warrior princess perhaps. She might be taller n you. Put her in even low heals and she's got me.
duuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuude......did she find you...club you over the head...and drag you back to your cave and beat you into submission then?...if so...I think that's pretty cool!...LOL
Basically... though the modern iteration was 'I think you should look me up.'
well done! But definitely talk her out of the HD
Quote from: zooom on June 17, 2010, 04:18:29 AM
pull the old "too bad, I am getting redeployed elsewhere" and point to the military serviceman clause in the contract/lease and keep on walking...
I thought about it, but wanted to be straight up with him. Plus, he is an attorney and I imagine he would ask to see the orders.
CX500 - the Plastic Maggot! For a while they were high theft items in the UK 'cause all the mcy messengers swore by them - indestructible. Shaft drive and coolio ComStar wheels.
Found a new place today, AND got out of the troublesome lease.
And to top it off, the SC should be here next week!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 18, 2010, 02:43:15 PM
Found a new place today, AND got out of the troublesome lease.
And to top it off, the SC should be here next week!!
It all worked out. Cheers!
[thumbsup] You still going to be down Shirlington way?
Quote from: yuu on June 19, 2010, 06:10:14 AM
[thumbsup] You still going to be down Shirlington way?
Close. Got a place down the street from the hotel, in Mark Center area.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 19, 2010, 06:34:10 AM
Close. Got a place down the street from the hotel, in Mark Center area.
Ahhh, Mark Center... First apt in DC was next to that plaza off Beauregard (sp?). The memories. Next pad was in Shirlington (before the development). Even more memories.
Got a new (used) bike ;D
1995 Monster 900
Quote from: mrEnke on June 20, 2010, 06:14:56 PM
Got a new (used) bike ;D
1995 Monster 900
SWEET!! Congrats! [thumbsup]
Work was stupid today so I decided to leave early and go for a ride. Try again tomorrow. [bang]
Talked to the property owner in Shirlington today. Now he says he doesn't want to let me out of that place like he agreed to on Friday. Looks like I need to talk with an attorney.
paging Statler and Ducatiz, paging Statler and Ducatiz...
Sick the Jags on him. Pretty well seems the guy's a misrepresenting, duplicitous douche.
Quote from: yuu on June 21, 2010, 08:34:03 AM
Sick the Jags on him. Pretty well seems the guy's a misrepresenting, duplicitous douche.
I was actually advised by both the Alexandria BAR and the Alexandria Tenant/Landlord relations office not to involve the military legal team simply because they are not the most adept at local issues such as this. I don't know how the guys at Bolling are, but the ones at Hickam weren't the sharpest tools in the shed...
Quote from: tuanogus on June 21, 2010, 04:08:54 PM
PICS?!
Pics or it didn't happen, eh?!? ;)
I was actually planning on riding it over to the meetup today, but the carbs (FCR 41's) just dump gas from the overflow. Probably a stuck floater... and the fun has just begun! ;D
Quote from: mrEnke on June 22, 2010, 05:43:35 AM
Pics or it didn't happen, eh?!? ;)
I was actually planning on riding it over to the meetup today, but the carbs (FCR 41's) just dump gas from the overflow. Probably a stuck floater... and the fun has just begun! ;D
Welcome to the m900 family! [moto]
Got a call from the shipping company today. The SC is scheduled to drop off tomorrow afternoon.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 23, 2010, 12:10:44 PM
Got a call from the shipping company today. The SC is scheduled to drop off tomorrow afternoon.
Woo Hoo! Parteeeey!
I think before the par-tay, he is going to need a few moments alone with his baby.....LOL
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2010, 04:56:28 AM
I think before the par-tay, he is going to need a few moments alone with his baby.....LOL
No comment. ;)
Speaking of babies, here's the new family member:
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/m900_01.JPG)
Cleaned out the carbs yesterday: fixed the stuck float, it no longer pisses gasoline!
Of course, the fun cannot end just yet! On the way back from the gas station last night this happened:
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/broken_connector.jpg)
I was pulling nicely from a light, enjoying a gentle ([evil]) acceleration when everything just shut off. I was able to wedge the broken wire between the battery case and the connector and it stayed there long enough to ride the bike back home.
FUN TIMES! ;D
Quote from: mrEnke on June 24, 2010, 05:18:55 AM
Speaking of babies, here's the new family member:
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/m900_01.JPG)
Nice. Is that the stock color scheme, or was it re-done?
Quote from: mrEnke on June 24, 2010, 05:18:55 AM
Cleaned out the carbs yesterday: it no longer pisses gasoline!
Always a plus. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2010, 05:25:33 AM
Nice. Is that the stock color scheme, or was it re-done?
Not a clue. Neither does the previous owner have one.
The bike has an aluminum swingarm, adjustable forks and tach which made me think it might be a 900s... I'll have to do some research.
I remember seeing that bike on CL or maybe Fleabay before...I think last fall...it is NOT a stock scheme...it was repainted/modeled to mimic a Superlight SS...nice bike, but at the time I saw it, the guy was shmokin something good when he was asking nearly $6K for the bike.
congrats on the new to you purchase though!!!
Lookin' nice man. There's been a lot done there
A big orange truck dropped off something yellow at my hotel today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2010, 07:22:36 AM
A big orange truck dropped off something yellow at my hotel today.
a brand new Yellow Pages to let your fingers do the walking?
HAHAHAHHAHAHAHAA
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2010, 07:28:51 AM
a brand new Yellow Pages to let your fingers do the walking?
How'd you guess?
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2010, 05:42:47 AM
I remember seeing that bike on CL or maybe Fleabay before...I think last fall...it is NOT a stock scheme...it was repainted/modeled to mimic a Superlight SS...nice bike, but at the time I saw it, the guy was shmokin something good when he was asking nearly $6K for the bike.
congrats on the new to you purchase though!!!
6K ?!? Wow, well I got it for much less... it has a few issues, so I figured worse comes to worse, if it's a complete lemon (pun intended) I can always sell it for parts. That's not going to happen tho ;)
Ben, post some pics!
Quote from: mrEnke on June 24, 2010, 07:48:55 AM
Ben, post some pics!
It's a little dirty for now. I'm going to take it out for a quick check out ride and probably go down to Colemans in a bit. Need to check the pressure in the tires as well.
But to hold you over...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/DSC00185.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2010, 07:22:36 AM
A big orange truck dropped off something yellow at my hotel today.
Did the yellow thing arrive unscathed?
Quote from: mrEnke on June 24, 2010, 07:48:55 AM
6K ?!? Wow, well I got it for much less... it has a few issues, so I figured worse comes to worse, if it's a complete lemon (pun intended) I can always sell it for parts. That's not going to happen tho ;)
iirc, there were some choice bits on it...like the bike still seems to have the 916 style undertail exhaust with the pipes going up the right side...does it still have the FCR flatsides on it?....looks like it still has the cycle cat rearsets ( which I may still have a set of the passenger peg platforms from my trackbike that I took off in the same black if you need them)...what did you get the bike for, if you don't mind me asking...
Quote from: mac900 on June 24, 2010, 07:56:11 AM
Did the yellow thing arrive unscathed?
Seems so. We'll see in a little bit.
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2010, 08:26:52 AM
iirc, there were some choice bits on it...like the bike still seems to have the 916 style undertail exhaust with the pipes going up the right side...does it still have the FCR flatsides on it?....looks like it still has the cycle cat rearsets ( which I may still have a set of the passenger peg platforms from my trackbike that I took off in the same black if you need them)...what did you get the bike for, if you don't mind me asking...
So far this should be the complete list of extras: under tail exhaust, FCR carbs, rearsets (interested in the passenger pegs btw, my wife wants to have a ride), clipons, alu swingarm, ohlins rear shock, wave rear brake and tach.
Got it for $1800.
Issues so far are dirty carbs (cleaned), frayed wires (I'll have fun replacing them) and tired electrical system, some rust and dirt, rear master brake need replacing, not sure about front brakes, suspension is waaay too soft (feels like it was set up for the bike to ride by itself)... don't know what else, but I'll post! ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2010, 07:55:54 AM
It's a little dirty for now. I'm going to take it out for a quick check out ride and probably go down to Colemans in a bit. Need to check the pressure in the tires as well.
But to hold you over...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/DSC00185.jpg)
Very, very, very nice! I've had the pic of a black one as wallpaper for quite a while!
Yesterday I:
1. Blew off work
2. Sorted out some insurance stuff, as my mortgage co wanted to charge me 15x what USAA wanted before the additional discounts they offered
3. Got my roof inspected - gonna need to be replaced
4. Got the girl some flowers and start wars legos
5. Did some more Dev work on http://www.fantasysmacktalk.com (http://www.fantasysmacktalk.com) (shameless plug!)
6. Checked out a new restaurant
7. Started the bicycle research project with some tire kicking at Spokes
Quote from: yuu on June 24, 2010, 09:31:42 AM
Yesterday I:
1. Blew off work
2. Sorted out some insurance stuff, as my mortgage co wanted to charge me 15x what USAA wanted before the additional discounts they offered
3. Got my roof inspected - gonna need to be replaced
4. Got the girl some flowers and start wars legos
5. Did some more Dev work on http://www.fantasysmacktalk.com (http://www.fantasysmacktalk.com) (shameless plug!)
6. Checked out a new restaurant
7. Started the bicycle research project with some tire kicking at Spokes
speaking of research projects....what happened to the miniature art car racing thing from last fall!?!?!
Quote from: mrEnke on June 24, 2010, 09:16:22 AM
So far this should be the complete list of extras: under tail exhaust, FCR carbs, rearsets (interested in the passenger pegs btw, my wife wants to have a ride), clipons, alu swingarm, ohlins rear shock, wave rear brake and tach.
Got it for $1800.
Issues so far are dirty carbs (cleaned), frayed wires (I'll have fun replacing them) and tired electrical system, some rust and dirt, rear master brake need replacing, not sure about front brakes, suspension is waaay too soft (feels like it was set up for the bike to ride by itself)... don't know what else, but I'll post! ;)
damn...you got it for a song bro!...granted you have your work cut out for you and it is going to be quite a handfull in the meantime....but good on you for taking on and bringing back from the verge a truly decadant machine that has a whole bunch of unobtanium...
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2010, 09:44:26 AM
speaking of research projects....what happened to the miniature art car racing thing from last fall!?!?!
My partner in crime for that one's time is sucked up doing that site which is starting to pay. Might circle back around to it at some point.
Quote from: yuu on June 24, 2010, 09:31:42 AM
Yesterday I:
7. Started the bicycle research project with some tire kicking at Spokes
What are you looking into?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2010, 11:54:51 AM
What are you looking into?
probably the dead air between the spokes....LOL...
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2010, 11:59:24 AM
probably the dead air between the spokes....LOL...
That's about enough out of you. Go fix my car!! :P
;D
Installed K&N pod filters.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/kn_pod_filters.jpg)
They go well with the carbs :)
Tomorrow I'll have fun with the battery mount, I'm thinking of moving the batter to the front of the bike... this is going to be interesting.
Quote from: mrEnke on June 24, 2010, 04:15:43 PM
Installed K&N pod filters.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/kn_pod_filters.jpg)
They go well with the carbs :)
Tomorrow I'll have fun with the battery mount, I'm thinking of moving the batter to the front of the bike... this is going to be interesting.
you are probably going to want to turn the filters roughly 180 degrees for the tank to sit flush correctly without mushing them...just my experience what those filters on my stock carbs anyways...as far as moving the battery and the box with the coils and modules on it...you might be best to get one of those new fangled tiny batteries that MotoWheels and various other people are selling ( since THAT bike doesn't require as much juice as newer FI bikes and therefore it being a more efficient, IMHO, match) and lay out the components all flat with the battery moved to under the seat...this would of course require you to customize the harness which I think you said is going to need rehab work anyway...
Went riding!!! ;D
Cut up some aluminum in a nice shape :)
I'll post the photos tomorrow.
Pix or shens!
Finally got a ride in - short to avoid the worst of the heat. Then spent way too much time scrubbing down the bike after realizing how dirty it really was.
got up...ate a bowl of cherrrrioooo''s
came to work..haven't worked very hard...and just about to go home and watch the man cook me dinner ;D
Quote from: DucMouse on June 28, 2010, 12:02:54 PM
got up...ate a bowl of cherrrrioooo''s
came to work..haven't worked very hard...and just about to go home and watch the man cook me dinner ;D
TardYoda, you got it backwards... I fixed if for you ;D
Quote from: DucMouse on June 28, 2010, 12:02:54 PM
...and just about to go home and cook the man dinner ;D
I don't know Ian, Matt (the man) has got some pretty spiffy skill in that kitchen of theirs. [thumbsup]
Finally got the chance to go into the office yesterday. Went in, met everyone and was told not to worry about coming back in until next Tuesday. lol
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 29, 2010, 04:01:05 AM
...was told not to worry about coming back in until next Tuesday. lol
Show up around lunchtime on Tuesday, take a long lunch with everyone, and leave early (because IT won't have your 'puter set up yet). [bacon]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 29, 2010, 04:01:05 AM
Finally got the chance to go into the office yesterday. Went in, met everyone and was told not to worry about coming back in until next Tuesday. lol
Deodorant issue??
;D ;D ;D
Quote from: tuanogus on June 29, 2010, 04:17:25 AM
Show up around lunchtime on Tuesday, take a long lunch with everyone, and leave early (because IT won't have your 'puter set up yet). [bacon]
It took the IT "services" people almost 2 weeks to get me a PC and even then it was only useful as a boat anchor. Bureaucracy, paperwork and lazy people are my main issues with working for the Gov.
On the other side, my boss(es) and co-workers are awesome people, so it's all good in the end :)
Quote from: rgramjet on June 29, 2010, 04:27:28 AM
Deodorant issue??
;D ;D ;D
ASS!
;D
Quote from: tuanogus on June 29, 2010, 04:17:25 AM
Show up around lunchtime on Tuesday, take a long lunch with everyone, and leave early (because IT won't have your 'puter set up yet). [bacon]
There seems to be a terminal in my little cube (HOORAY CUBICLES!!) already, but the true question is whether or not it's set up...
Quote from: yuu on June 28, 2010, 12:16:58 PM
TardYoda, you got it backwards... I fixed if for you ;D
this women cleans...not cooks [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2010, 01:41:52 PM
I don't know Ian, Matt (the man) has got some pretty spiffy skill in that kitchen of theirs. [thumbsup]
i'll clean his motos if he cooks me dinner.....or something to that effect [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 29, 2010, 04:01:05 AM
Finally got the chance to go into the office yesterday. Went in, met everyone and was told not to worry about coming back in until next Tuesday. lol
damn!! lucky-
Quote from: DucMouse on June 29, 2010, 07:13:28 AM
i'll clean his motos if he cooks me dinner.....or something to that effect [laugh]
Shit! Come here and that's a deal! I can cook... and I just spent way to long cleaning up my grubby bike... I could have cranked out a fine fine meal in less time.
Finally went to finish my in-processing. Spent all day up at Bolling and found out they weren't going to reimburse the full stay at the hotel the way they said they would. "I'm sorry sir, but the person that approved you for 30 days did so incorrectly. You are technically only authorized 10 days"... FML...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 30, 2010, 02:32:53 PM
Finally went to finish my in-processing. Spent all day up at Bolling and found out they weren't going to reimburse the full stay at the hotel the way they said they would. "I'm sorry sir, but the person that approved you for 30 days did so incorrectly. You are technically only authorized 10 days"... FML...
that sucks donkey balls.....
Quote from: zooom on July 01, 2010, 03:00:33 AM
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 30, 2010, 02:32:53 PM
Finally went to finish my in-processing. Spent all day up at Bolling and found out they weren't going to reimburse the full stay at the hotel the way they said they would. "I'm sorry sir, but the person that approved you for 30 days did so incorrectly. You are technically only authorized 10 days"... FML...
that sucks donkey balls.....
That sucks elephant balls!!!
On a lighter side, today I circumcised my clutch lever :)
Did what now?
Quote from: yuu on July 01, 2010, 05:52:49 PM
Quote from: mrEnke on July 01, 2010, 10:00:18 AM
On a lighter side, today I circumcised my clutch lever :)
Did what now?
Broke off the tip of the clutch lever. Unintentionally, I ehm... laid down the bike while making a U-turn. :-[
Quote from: mrEnke on July 01, 2010, 06:13:26 PM
Did what now?
Broke off the tip of the clutch lever. Unintentionally, I ehm... laid down the bike while making a U-turn. :-[
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!.....
so, is that the only damage?...did you doink up the mirror or anything else?
Quote from: zooom on July 02, 2010, 03:47:11 AM
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!.....
so, is that the only damage?...did you doink up the mirror or anything else?
No damage other than the circumcised lever, once again frame sliders save the day!
The irony of it is that I had just come down (from Whites Ferry) the gravel part of River Road and I was making the u-turn because I wanted to go back and have at it again [evil]
To avoid confusion, I wasn't riding the Yellow M900, I was riding my gray M750. No way am I riding on gravel with clip-ons!
ask Ian what it is like to follow me when I hit a gravel road....I was on my old Monster at the time and I think ( I am not 100% on this recollection) he was on his old 620 at the time and Em was bringing up the rear...HAHHAAHAA
Just bought a pocked bike!!! Here's pics:
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2iRMqa4iTKs/S7H8CYSEMpI/AAAAAAAALto/mhJlhNmyqRs/s1600/Pocket_bike.jpg)
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Got nailed by a pigeon in the helmet going down Benning Rd at about 30 mph. Knocked him clean out and he landed in my lap. At the next light, I'm getting ready to pitch the bird off to the side of the road and it wakes up and flies into the car beside me. The guy in it. says, "Holy shit! I can't believe that." Pigeon hitting is NOT my new favorite sport.
Quote from: mrEnke on July 02, 2010, 10:19:22 AM
Just bought a pocked bike!!! Here's pics:
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_2iRMqa4iTKs/S7H8CYSEMpI/AAAAAAAALto/mhJlhNmyqRs/s1600/Pocket_bike.jpg)
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
WHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!
Holy crap. That may be the craziest bike I've ever seen.
Need a video of someone riding it or it's just a big heavy doorstop.
Despite the temp, I got out on the pedals this evening. Rode by the dog park down in Shirlington, but didn't see Ian or Ben. If you saw a chubby, hairy dude on a fixed gear, looking rather dehydrated, that was me.
16 miles. 3 lbs of water weight. Good night.
Derailleurs... boooooo!!!
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v349/149/50/537158168/n537158168_1552111_9859.jpg)
removed several hundred pounds of plaster in the new office getting ready to install a large second bathroom. fingers crossed to move in later in the month.
Quote from: tuanogus on July 07, 2010, 03:00:52 PM
Despite the temp, I got out on the pedals this evening. Rode by the dog park down in Shirlington, but didn't see Ian or Ben. If you saw a chubby, hairy dude on a fixed gear, looking rather dehydrated, that was me.
16 miles. 3 lbs of water weight. Good night.
Derailleurs... boooooo!!!
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v349/149/50/537158168/n537158168_1552111_9859.jpg)
Sweet man! That's a nice looking ride. No where near as billboardy as a lot of Spech's... I'm looking forward to getting my bikes here so I can get out and do some pedaling...
Quote from: Statler on July 07, 2010, 03:25:09 PM
removed several hundred pounds of plaster in the new office getting ready to install a large second bathroom. fingers crossed to move in later in the month.
When do you think you will be all good and done with the move/renovation Chris? I'm thinking our resident flounder needs to make a showing at one of the weekly events so I can buy him a drink. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 07, 2010, 03:49:32 PM
When do you think you will be all good and done with the move/renovation Chris? I'm thinking our resident flounder needs to make a showing at one of the weekly events so I can buy him a drink. [evil]
Sept. 1st.
um....it'll mean I can open a second law office...the plan...
so if I ever get down that way (all 45 minutes to an hour) I'll buy the drinks.
(but I'll be set up to take care of everyone's domestic law, minor criminal, and traffic law needs...in MD...up close to B'more)
Quote from: Statler on July 07, 2010, 03:57:01 PM
Sept. 1st.
um....it'll mean I can open a second law office...the plan...
Trying to step up in the world are ye?
Quote from: Statler on July 07, 2010, 03:57:01 PM
so if I ever get down that way (all 45 minutes to an hour) I'll buy the drinks.
WORD! [thumbsup] I'll hold you to that. And you of all people should know that I have a good memory. ;)
Quote from: Statler on July 07, 2010, 03:57:01 PM
(but I'll be set up to take care of everyone's domestic law, minor criminal, and traffic law needs pro bono)
Doood!!!! That's awfully kind of you!! I don't care what Judd says, you're a stand up guy.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 07, 2010, 04:03:52 PM
Doood!!!! That's awfully kind of you!! I don't care what Judd says, you're a stand up guy.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAA
Quote from: zooom on July 07, 2010, 04:32:49 PM
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAA
yeah, that was funny shit. earned a drink there. Ducpainter and I haven't laughed so hard on-forum as we did tonight.
Quote from: Statler on July 07, 2010, 04:38:58 PM
yeah, that was funny shit. earned a drink there. Ducpainter and I haven't laughed so hard on-forum as we did tonight.
Oh? Was Judd getting all sandy again tonight? What did I miss?
Quote from: Statler on July 07, 2010, 04:38:58 PM
yeah, that was funny shit. earned a drink there. Ducpainter and I haven't laughed so hard on-forum as we did tonight.
not that I was 100% accurate with my response in that thread...and I was trying not to be all legal advising....but even I knew I was more on target than him on that one...but I just didn't have the ammo to call him on it like you and it was foooking brilliant the way you did!
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 07, 2010, 04:52:53 PM
Oh? Was Judd getting all sandy again tonight? What did I miss?
Judd inserting his foot in his mouth up to his chest!
Quote from: zooom on July 07, 2010, 04:54:41 PM
Judd inserting his foot in his mouth up to his chest!
what thread? what thread? what thread? what thread? what thread?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 07, 2010, 04:59:07 PM
what thread? what thread? what thread? what thread? what thread?
sent you a PM
Quote from: zooom on July 07, 2010, 05:00:32 PM
sent you a PM
And I just read through the thread. SNAP!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 07, 2010, 05:07:12 PM
And I just read through the thread. SNAP!! [thumbsup]
it was like BAM!...
Meee too share share!
Nice ride Brain... I'm looking at pedal pushers, as (in theory) I'll be able to cycle to work a bit when I change up the jobbie.
Hey Stats - how far is Wheaton from you? That's where this weeks (failed) meet up was planned. We're branching out in the world. On that note.. I think we should try for the Royal mile again before the end of the month and I change jobs... right now it's just up the street from my office ;D
got me some disability insurance, hope I never need it.
Unpacking more and more stuff from my kitchen shipment. I'm going to have so many things to give/throw away...
Ian, Wheaton is hour fifteen with no traffic...give or take.
plaster is heavy. 13 contractor bags at about 75 pounds per bag. fuuuuuck. and that's out of a pretty small room that's going to become a bathroom. I think the house sighed in relief.
running some electric tomorrow.
That far? Hmmm that's not really something one wants to do on a Tuesday evening...
Today... getting my roof replaced... yay. At least the condo association is footing the bill as it's exterior ;D
Getting an AC check up for my aged system - hang in there bud!
Scheduled a POD to be dumped in my driveway next Tuesday...the moving begins in earnest.
Having a packing party tomorrow (if anyone wants to swing by). No moving...just packing and you can still eat and drink....just tell me what to buy and I'll get it!
Been putting together Ikea crap for a good bit of the day...
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 10, 2010, 04:39:54 PM
Been putting together Ikea crap for a good bit of the day...
More power to ya! I got about 1/2 packed...decided I am just throwing the rest out.
Quote from: dolci on July 11, 2010, 06:52:10 AM
More power to ya! I got about 1/2 packed...decided I am just throwing the rest out.
I actually wish I would have done just that; sell/trash all my stuff in Hawaii and start fresh up here...
Did just that when I sold my place in Wisconsin and moved here last fall....sold it full of Ikea furniture for more than what it cost new! [thumbsup] and I didn't have to move it! [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Today, I took a walk around the national mall...a little warm but it's a dry heat today, or so they say. Now I'm enjoying my air conditioning and preworking for tomorrow.
I'm moving downtown in a few weeks. Unfortunately, I'm gonna be bringing some of my IKEA -I mean heirloom furniture with me.
I rode out to Chantilly today to hunt down some good Southern BBQ. I'm happy to say that Willard's BBQ (http://www.dcbbq.com) was as close as I've found yet, though the sweet tea was certainly a far cry from grandma's. Also happy to say that the low fuel dummy light on the Duc is entirely functional. Which is far superior to the sputter, slow deceleration, reach down for the reserve tank knob whilst keeping up with traffic on 395 dance that I had to do on the CB1. You live and learn, right?
Why downtown?
Trying to get out of my current place and save a little money on rent at the same time, and a potential roommate is doing her PhD at UMD. I work in Alexandria. DC's a good middle point. and I'm still against the commute every day.
Fair enough.
Quote from: Wind Noise on July 11, 2010, 02:56:04 PM
I'm moving downtown in a few weeks. Unfortunately, I'm gonna be bringing some of my IKEA -I mean heirloom furniture with me.
I rode out to Chantilly today to hunt down some good Southern BBQ. I'm happy to say that Willard's BBQ (http://www.dcbbq.com) was as close as I've found yet, though the sweet tea was certainly a far cry from grandma's. Also happy to say that the low fuel dummy light on the Duc is entirely functional. Which is far superior to the sputter, slow deceleration, reach down for the reserve tank knob whilst keeping up with traffic on 395 dance that I had to do on the CB1. You live and learn, right?
Where in Chantilly is Willards?
Best BBQ Ive found around here is The Aldie Rib Man, in Aldie, VA. The Aldie Store used to have smoked turkey legs that I would find myself driving towards at least once a month from Kensington. I have a soul food addiction.....
It's on Willard St. off of 28. I think I rode by that place in Aldie on Friday when I was on my way back from the DucPond. I was tempted to stop by I was trying to beat the rain. It is was put the idea of some good bbq in my head though.
Anybody know of some good places to look for decent apartments? I'm going crazy searching craigslist.
Wasted the whole day at the VW dealer in Alexandria. F*** the salesmen there, f*** him so hard she'll start wearing a dress.
VW has a nationwide deal on their website where qualifying customers can get 0 down, 0% apr on a new Golf for 72 months. Went to Alexandria VW after I saw their "internet price" online for a Golf, spend the whole day waiting to do all the paperwork, 0% became 1.9%, returned with my paystubs more waiting and then when it came to finishing up, the salesman f***ed up and "forgot" to mention that I can't get the internet price AND the VW financing.
Mofo's name is Moussa, I can't speak for the other people who work there, but this guy is a slimy bastard who did nothing but waste my whole day.
Once again, Caveat Emptor!
Quote from: mrEnke on July 12, 2010, 06:30:19 PM
Wasted the whole day at the VW dealer in Alexandria. F*** the salesmen there, f*** him so hard she'll start wearing a dress.
VW has a nationwide deal on their website where qualifying customers can get 0 down, 0% apr on a new Golf for 72 months. Went to Alexandria VW after I saw their "internet price" online for a Golf, spend the whole day waiting to do all the paperwork, 0% became 1.9%, returned with my paystubs more waiting and then when it came to finishing up, the salesman f***ed up and "forgot" to mention that I can't get the internet price AND the VW financing.
Mofo's name is Moussa, I can't speak for the other people who work there, but this guy is a slimy bastard who did nothing but waste my whole day.
Once again, Caveat Emptor!
I am sorry you had to go through all that....there is a saleman at the dealership I work for that I refer all people interested to, cause he is a nice and real guy...but he is a straight up and easy going guy also...and it is usually the people that ask for a reference that are hosing around and waste his time...seems quite he opposite in this case....sorry for your time...
Had work ruin a day off yesterday by working... asses.
But got down with my creative self and started doing some work to my helmet. I'd been using one of the helmet Halo reflectors of a long time - but they have a nasty tendency to come loose at speeds. So off with the halo and on with some white reflective tape I'm cutting to look like the stripes on my bike. It's going well so far.
did you get the curved reflective adhesive material from aerostich or motrax or where?
Tapeworks bulk
http://www.tapeworks.com/ColorChart/ColorChartfr1.html#anchor (http://www.tapeworks.com/ColorChart/ColorChartfr1.html#anchor)
14" by foot multiple rolls.
I'm cutting it myself to width. I found that 5cm, give or take is about as wide as one can do down the center of a helmet when going over the top. Keeping it thin enough, a hair dryer and working carefully has gotten pretty good results. I tried wider at first, but it would just not form enough when going over the top.
Darmah popped my air mattress last night. Now I have to try to get REI to live up to their "if you're not satisfied with a product in any way we'll take it back" policy. 8)
They will. When they do their attic sale the returns have a tag on them that tells why. I saw one fleece that a woman had for a couple years before she decided she didn't like how much pet hair it picked up...
Seen some BEAT foot gear in the returns.
If you're not a member - get signed up. Besides the junkers the attic sale has some steals.
and the dividend you get every year is always a nice surprise.
Except when you get it, knowing it's 10% of your ELIGIBLE pruchases... and going 'I spent HOW much there?! WTF?! What did I buy?!"
Quote from: yuu on July 14, 2010, 07:32:13 AM
Except when you get it, knowing it's 10% of your ELIGIBLE pruchases... and going 'I spent HOW much there?! WTF?! What did I buy?!"
and then you immediately turn around and spend/apply that dividend on something else in the store...
Yeah... it's a problem.
Hi, my name is Ian, and I'm and REI-aholic.
Quote from: yuu on July 14, 2010, 08:19:18 AM
Yeah... it's a problem.
Hi, my name is Ian, and I'm and REI-aholic.
add that to your list of-aholism's.....
Got a speeding ticket from the valiant DC popo.
Cop said I was doing 46 in a 30. I call bull****, it happened on Wisconsin Ave. southbound, a few blocks from where I live. I know the area, I've seen them pull over people before and I know I wasn't doing 46!
Of course what I know and what I can prove are two different things....
If anyone has dealt with this before, feel free to chime in and share your opinion. For what it's work the cop used a LIDAR (laser equivalent of a radar) to tag me.
Quote from: mrEnke on July 16, 2010, 05:26:28 AM
If anyone has dealt with this before, feel free to chime in and share your opinion. For what it's work the cop used a LIDAR (laser equivalent of a radar) to tag me.
Quote from: Statler on July 07, 2010, 03:57:01 PM
Sept. 1st.
um....it'll mean I can open a second law office...the plan...
so if I ever get down that way (all 45 minutes to an hour) I'll buy the drinks.
(but I'll be set up to take care of everyone's domestic law, minor criminal, and traffic law needs...in MD...up close to B'more)
PM Chris. Buy him a nice bottle of agave and he will do anything you ask, especially if there's a donkey involved.
I destockified the 620 when I got home...evoluzione plate relocator showed up on the doorstep. Hoping my plate's tucked up enough to avoid the speed camera they just installed on my route home from work.
Saw Inception today. pregnant dogin' movie. Found a couple of apartments in Alexandria, and a few folks that wanna lowball me on the Honda. Oh, and in the process, I might've gotten cheated out of the Bikini Bike Wash. LAME!
Quote from: Wind Noise on July 16, 2010, 05:00:07 PM
Saw Inception today. pregnant dogin' movie. Found a couple of apartments in Alexandria, and a few folks that wanna lowball me on the Honda. Oh, and in the process, I might've gotten cheated out of the Bikini Bike Wash. LAME!
Where in Alexandria? I can check to see what might be available where I live if you want, just a touch south of Shirlington. Was thinking you preffered something actually in the city.
Interesting typo I made there. One should not post using a phone. I thought I was looking downtown, but I think VA will be cheaper.
I'm sure it will. What sort of place are you looking for? I'll ask the property managers what's available if you want me to.
For reference, I'm in a 1bd/1.5bth with a den, about 960 sq ft. The place has garage parking (enough for the car and both bikes) as well as a 4x10 storage room on site (i.e. in the building) for $1550 a month. That also includes the $40 a month for the dog.
Quote from: Wind Noise on July 16, 2010, 05:00:07 PM
Oh, and in the process, I might've gotten cheated out of the Bikini Bike Wash.
It's possible. It was def more than a bikini bike wash. Ram put on a good event today. Worth the sunburn.
We met some Duc guys from Baltimore, too. Matt and Moe. Some of you met Matt at a gas station last weekend on the Bowie ride. I think Moe said he was a new rider and was on a beautiful S2R.
I changed my name on here....hasta la pasta, nostawmij!
Ditto. tuanogus -> sugonaut. I see a pattern...
Quote from: sugonaut on July 19, 2010, 09:29:36 AM
Ditto. tuanogus -> sugonaut. I see a pattern...
astronaut to sugonaut like space to pasta???
sugo means sauce in italian ;D
I like the change.....I think you should keep it that way B-
in my case....I just don't like being "Moooz" as it sounds like some sort of cow call....LOL
Quote from: mrEnke on July 19, 2010, 09:57:03 AM
astronaut to sugonaut like space to pasta???
sugo means sauce in italian ;D
[laugh] [laugh] [clap] [clap] [laugh] [laugh]
Saucenaut.
;D
You guys are gonna give me a complex :-[ ;D
Sweated my ass off in the parking garage for half an hour to change my bent up handlebars with the set I bought from Ducatiz. Made plans to drop of the dark one with Mike for a shifter linkage adjustment.
Quote from: Chemico on July 19, 2010, 03:36:31 PM
Sweated my ass off in the parking garage for half an hour to change my bent up handlebars with the set I bought from Ducatiz. Made plans to drop of the dark one with Mike for a shifter linkage adjustment.
Half hour huh? So it popped right in place it sounds like....
Next 14T and some NOS!
Quote from: yuu on July 20, 2010, 05:03:51 AM
Half hour huh? So it popped right in place it sounds like....
Most of that was wrestling with the grips, right? :P
Quote from: yuu on July 20, 2010, 05:03:51 AM
Next 14T and some NOS!
This NOS (http://www.holley.com/03008RNOS.asp) or this NOS (http://www.permatex.com/products/motorcycle/motorcycle_maintenance_performance/motorcycle_octane_boosters/motorcycle_NOS_Octane_Booster_Racing_Formula.htm), but not this NOS (http://www.drinknos.com/) 'cause you don't wanna be this guy (http://www.gixxer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=226570). ;D
Quote from: sugonaut on July 20, 2010, 05:28:00 AM
Most of that was wrestling with the grips, right? :P
I actually didn't have problems with the grips. A little paint can opener slid right under it, ran some water down it, wiggled around and off it came. Most of the time spent running up and down stairs to grab shit I forgot!
This NOS (http://www.holley.com/03008RNOS.asp) or this NOS (http://www.permatex.com/products/motorcycle/motorcycle_maintenance_performance/motorcycle_octane_boosters/motorcycle_NOS_Octane_Booster_Racing_Formula.htm), but not this NOS (http://www.drinknos.com/) 'cause you don't wanna be this guy (http://www.gixxer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=226570). ;D
Now that is some funny shit!
Quote from: sugonaut on July 20, 2010, 05:28:00 AM
'cause you don't wanna be this guy (http://www.gixxer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=226570). ;D
Holy shit, how can people be so ignorant?!?
Quote from: mrEnke on July 20, 2010, 05:48:17 AM
Holy shit, how can people be so ignorant?!?
why do some people breed....I mean...it is just the way it is sometimes....
'bout to hit the gym, then come home to some single malt and a cigar...
washed the bike - thoroughly - and my self, while on the bike ;)
Quote from: mrEnke on August 06, 2010, 03:07:07 AM
washed the bike - thoroughly - and my self, while on the bike ;)
Ummm, was this a speedo-and-sponge kind of thing? Or did you end up riding in the rain? [popcorn]
Quote from: sugonaut on August 06, 2010, 04:41:51 AM
Ummm, was this a speedo-and-sponge kind of thing? Or did you end up riding in the rain? [popcorn]
Exactly, I love to wash the bike in my favorite mankini! Pics coming soon!
...
Got soaked on the way back home. I did enjoy splitting lanes all the way from the ballpark to the 14th Street bridge while everyone else was stuck in traffic ;)
Went on a long, work sponsored ride. Now I need to go get some degreaser and chain lube.
Finally got off my ass and put the Seven together today. Took it out on the W&OD for about 15 miles before realizing that I forgot to check the torque on the cranks. [bang] Luckily another rider had an 8mm bit on him, so I was able to tighten it back up and get it back home. [thumbsup]
The Seven? As in Lotus Seven???
Quote from: mrEnke on August 07, 2010, 04:25:15 PM
The Seven? As in Lotus Seven???
I wish, but something tells me that would raise a few eyebrows ripping down the W&OD in one of those. [evil]
Here's my Seven:
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0064.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 07, 2010, 04:29:37 PM
I wish, but something tells me that would raise a few eyebrows ripping down the W&OD in one of those. [evil]
Here's my Seven:
Seven rocks! Damn, manno, you've got good taste (and $$$) in bikes. The closest I ever got to seven was Independent Fabrications. Steel, though. Still have the frame, and I share blood with the guy who welded it.
Lemme know when ur ready for a ride. Though I've got a single (48/16 ratio) I can still move along at 12 MPH average. Plus I can swap the hub and go freewheel for some whoopee.
Dude, Indy's are nothing to scoff at!! Those things are super sweet rides! I wanted one for a long time, but ran across a deal that I couldn't let pass by on the Seven. Is your Indy a Crown Jewel? Let's get that thing put together and go out for a spin.
I used to ride this Bianchi, but sold it to get the Seven.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0043.jpg)
ah the famous white carbon bianchi interesting.
and you got an "odonata" to replace it. i wanted to get an axiom years ago, should have as they were much cheaper back then when the company was just starting out in around '99 or so. [laugh]
The L'una was a great ride, but was just a hair too long for me in the TT department. Had it for about three years, then let it go when I saw the deal on the Seven (it's actually an Id8 ). I was a knucklehead though and didn't keep the Eurus wheels from the Bianchi. I bought them in Italy and didn't pay all that much for them, but when I priced them here in the states? :o
Quote from: mrEnke on August 06, 2010, 03:07:07 AM
washed the bike - thoroughly - and my self, while on the bike ;)
Once again, yeah!
F**k these weather websites btw, they're completely unreliable.
Yay, power is out again.........
Quote from: rgramjet on August 12, 2010, 07:43:16 AM
Yay, power is out again.........
Of course - because you just restocked the fridge after the last debacle...
I got to spend 20 minutes in my underwear getting poured on while I kept clearing a drain in my back stairwell. I went downstairs just in time to see the water start coming in the back door. I got the Guzzi swingarm off the floor just in time.
Powers back on......I am so moving to VA.
Quote from: rgramjet on August 12, 2010, 11:12:31 AM
Powers back on......I am so moving to VA.
Dude, I'm telling you. God hates Maryland.
I know I know.......now we have make the beast with two backsING TORNADO WARNINGS IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY!!!
The generator is ready to serve, again.
Took the Seven out for another 35 miles today. My legs are toast.
yesterday...finished building 3 Billy bookcases with height extenders and then built a 3 door armoire....tonight..celebrate my sister's Bday....and tommorrow night I get to build a 2 door armoire and then start on a daybed with pull out trundle...maybe before this weekend I can get the heavy duty caster wheels put onto the full bar for to be able to make room in the garage for the bikes....
I am a building mofo for the new crib!
crib? what?
Is there something you should be telling me? ;D
Quote from: dolci on August 16, 2010, 06:56:31 AM
crib? what?
Is there something you should be telling me? ;D
yes...I am preggers...and you are the daddy!....LOL
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 15, 2010, 07:00:09 PM
Took the Seven out for another 35 miles today. My legs are toast.
Lightweight. I just did around 40 miles on a bike, and it took about an hour ;D
Er, congratulations zoom! [bacon]
Woke up to go to the office, hopped on the bike and started it up. Oil pressure light is glaring at me. Got off, stripped out of leathers, drove the truck to work all pissed off (I have a VW in the driveway waiting for my lazy ass to put the new motor in, also without oil pressure).
Got about halfway there when I remembered it rained last night and that it was certainly just a wet oil pressure sender. Friggin spaghetti electronics.
Then I just was mad I had missed a chance to ride the bike.
EDIT: Oh yeah, did 45 miles on the skinny tired bike this weekend and my legs are whipped too.
Quote from: Artful on August 16, 2010, 10:58:36 AM
I have a VW in the driveway waiting for my lazy ass to put the new motor in, also without oil pressure
we have a few Dub heads here too....what car/motor...early B5 1.8T?
Oh hell, if there are vw folks around here I probably know a few of them (and possibly puked in their backyard, hit on their girlfriend, or both in my younger years).
'90 Golf, still has the original 1.8 in it right now, have a complete low mileage ABA swap I picked up for $free.99 waiting to go in. Not hard work, just been up to about a million things lately and haven't had time.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/Ze%20Durty%20Mistress/Finished.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/Ze%20Durty%20Mistress/killboy08-1.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/Ze%20Durty%20Mistress/DSC01150lomo.jpg)
Quote from: Artful on August 16, 2010, 11:13:55 AM
Oh hell, if there are vw folks around here I probably know a few of them.
'90 Golf, still has the original 1.8 in it right now, have a complete low mileage ABA swap I picked up for $free.99 waiting to go in. Not hard work, just been up to about a million things lately and haven't had time.
Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet!
I have a '94 Golf Mk3 that keeps my mechanical skills sharp. Yet both my wife and I love that car and don't want to let it die!
Mine is a mystery mileage motor (an A2 with a broken odo?? WEIRD!!) that up to a month ago was absolutely bulletproof. It has been down to Deals Gap twice and absolutely stomped on. I'm sure the oil pressure issue is something minor, but I'm almost glad it happened to motivate to finally get around to the motor swap.
Sweet Mk II!!!
........wait, what?
I just sold my MKII ( '87 Jetta 8v GL with 90K origional miles on it) but I miss my old 87 Scirocco 16V. It had a 9A 2.0 block with an ABA crank and a PL 1.8 head with a Schrick 256 intake camshaft. I had a Koni adjustable shocks/struts with H&R cup springs and a Techtonics cat back exhaust with Borla mufflers. I also had a 4K tranny in it with a bolt kit put in the pinion with a 7A diesel 5th gear. It also had grey Recaro's from a late MKII GLi and some Borbet 16's on it and it ran like a raped ape and was a fun car for sure.
Very nice, sounds like a fun collection of parts. Gotta love VWs, like a LEgo set for big kids. "I'll take this head, this bottom end, and this tranny, the seats from this, the dash from this, and the brakes from this. Voila, perfection"
I'm looking at a Kinetics StgII eventually for the ABA running through a 9A. The brakes are off a MkIII, also have the gray Recaros, sitting on B&G RS2 coils. Absolute blast to drive, and the ultimate sleeper. Slow as a dog in a straight line, but beat a supercharged Miata, an SVT Cobra, a 350Z, and a Mustang GT through the mountains of TN :D You just simply tell it what to do and it does it, brilliantly.
Quote from: Artful on August 17, 2010, 07:34:51 AM
Very nice, sounds like a fun collection of parts. Gotta love VWs, like a LEgo set for big kids. "I'll take this head, this bottom end, and this tranny, the seats from this, the dash from this, and the brakes from this. Voila, perfection"
I'm looking at a Kinetics StgII eventually for the ABA running through a 9A. The brakes are off a MkIII, also have the gray Recaros, sitting on B&G RS2 coils. Absolute blast to drive, and the ultimate sleeper. Slow as a dog in a straight line, but beat a supercharged Miata, an SVT Cobra, a 350Z, and a Mustang GT through the mountains of TN :D You just simply tell it what to do and it does it, brilliantly.
with the early VW's for sure on the Lego comment....all it takes is sweat equity and done!...never ones it is a whole different animal for sure...
for the Kinetics StgII, why run it through a 9A when you can probably pick up a PG system to better run it off of?!?!?
Lol complete brain fart. I'm helping a friend of mine that moved to AZ with a 9A swap and the brain to fingers connection was strong with that one. I'm going with an O2J hydro swap eventually on my car, mostly for availability, replacement cost, and I can find one for most likely free with a few favors (the mechanical variety, not sexual... I mean unless you throw in a pedal cluster).
Quote from: Artful on August 17, 2010, 07:50:35 AM
Lol complete brain fart. I'm helping a friend of mine that moved to AZ with a 9A swap and the brain to fingers connection was strong with that one. I'm going with an O2J hydro swap eventually on my car, mostly for availability, replacement cost, and I can find one for most likely free with a few favors (the mechanical variety, not sexual... I mean unless you throw in a pedal cluster).
yuck with 02J's IMHO(unless you are doing a VR swap)...I just don't like the feel of em...I'll take a well built 020 tranny in a heartbeat!...
The linkages just need reinforcement. Replace the crappo plastic and rubber jobs with some nice brass machined end links and it feels fantastic.
Quote from: Artful on August 17, 2010, 08:10:03 AM
The linkages just need reinforcement. Replace the crappo plastic and rubber jobs with some nice brass machined end links and it feels fantastic.
I'd rather have the crappo plastic as it is cheap to replace when it breaks...
so you are going to convert the shifter and everything to run dual cables through the tunnel as apposed to good ole never gonna break metal shaft that is currently there...and then add the hydraulics necessary to use that trans....usually people strip away stuff, not add it...LOL...you may want to go hunt around Crazy Rays off of 175 for a Corrado to strip and get some of this stuff...
I think I'm in the wrong forum with all this "tranny taking!"
Quote from: Chemico on August 17, 2010, 12:17:12 PM
I think I'm in the wrong forum with all this "tranny taking!"
Planning a trip to Thailand soon?
Ordered up the last bits I'll need to sort out that new full system and rear sets. It's been a trip. The final bits are:
AMP Superseal connectors to make a longer lead for the brake switch
Longer hose to supply the rear master
Standoff for the chin fairing to get it to clear the wacky push-me-pull-you brake set up
The last stage will be doing fitting that hose and bleeding the rear brake (any maybe the clutch while I'm getting about it)
Victory! Finally got the 900 out for a test ride. I order to pull that off I had to:
Fit a new reservoir to master line
Bleed the rear brake
Bleed the clutch (didn't need to, but it was time)
Fit heat shield tape to the heel guard
Made a stand-off for the chin fairing, to clear the rear brake push-me-pull-you
Adjust the foot controls.
For those not following my travails - I traded out my low termis and rearsets for a DP '916 Style' full system and some cycle-cat rear sets. There's been a bunch of unexpected hassles, such as the fact the exhaust routes exactly where the shock reservoir was mounted and a few others. Despite that, me likey.
I can feel the fact that the system flows more freely than the stock. There's more torque down low, rolling up through the band. One change up that will require adjustment is with more flow, there's less engine brake. Since I like my engine brake, I'll need to adjust for that.
New rear sets feel good ;D I was able to set them a bit lower that the last ones - my re-made ACL thanks me.
And the new sound... The ole girl isn't quite as loud as she was (I'm sure Cagey will appreciate that), and less raspy. Best analogy I can cook up is it sounds more car like. I sporty Italian one though...
I'm thinking that once the cold sets in - the pipes might get a does of ceramic coating.
Congrats on gettin' it done! Can't wait to see/hear it.
Should have known that was coming.... so here they are
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/978679397_6HSyM-XL.jpg)
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/978679636_DCZx3-L.jpg)
Nice!!!
Lots of clearance!!
Now I just need a shorter side stand. The one I've got is the cycle-cat +1.25" and it about disappears under the foot peg, making for a game of hide-and-seek when it's time to park.
Thinking the winter might involve getting those pipes ceramic coated. I know it involves sending my shock off the be serviced... bleh. And perhaps the cans need to be shorter... hmmm
Quote from: yuu on August 23, 2010, 03:23:57 AM
I know it involves sending my shock off the be serviced... bleh.
you gonna use Thermosman or Rick at MotoCD?
Talked to Thermosman on Friday - so him most likely
Lusted over a couple of MVs earlier today...
Quote from: Julie on September 03, 2010, 11:50:05 AM
Lusted over a couple of MVs earlier today...
I hope you're lusting over the bikes and not the Mt. Vernon HS cheerleaders. Details.
Quote from: Julie on August 21, 2010, 03:06:00 PM
Leave those poor pre-teen cheerleaders out of this, would ya?
Quote from: Lars D on August 21, 2010, 03:33:16 PM
Dude, you spotted them.
Quote from: yuu on August 22, 2010, 12:10:31 PM
Should have known that was coming.... so here they are
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/978679397_6HSyM-XL.jpg)
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/978679636_DCZx3-L.jpg)
Ian - Your bike looks tremendous. Congrats.
Quote from: jetpuff716 on September 03, 2010, 03:39:02 PM
I hope you're lusting over the bikes and not the Mt. Vernon HS cheerleaders. Details.
Nah. Some of those mountain critters running around Winchester are down right scary.
The post man came by and dropped off some new toys for me ;D
I got this Carbon Fiber front fender off eBay for $69.95. Not the best finish, but I plan to paint it anyway and at that price I don't feel like complaining.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m750/new_front_fairing_rside.jpg)
This is the old one for comparison. I'll be keeping it tho, it is Carbon Fiber as well, but it's made to fit the older style forks with 40mm caliper spacing. I'll paint it yellow and put it on the 900 together with another accessory ... ;)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m750/old_front_fairing_side.jpg)
Also got the Factory Pro jet kit from ca-cycleworks. The kit includes stainless allen bolts for the carb bodies to substitute for the lame Phillips head screws, titanium needles and a different set of springs.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m750/carb_springs.jpg)
One of the needles was unevenly worn, I can't manage to show it on photo, but it looks shiny and feels different when I run my finger on it. For the rest, my idle jets have gone from 37.5 to 42.5, and my main jet is 140.
Not looking for power here (not from a 750 anyway) but for better engine response and midrange. We'll see.
Great BBQ tonight Mr Ramjet, thanks for the invite. Sure is a shame that those ribs needed so much ketchup... ;)
Buddy of mine bought a bike a few months ago, never ridden before. We had planned on visiting a few friends of ours in Texas that had a baby in October. He says to me - Ted, how about we ride the motorcycles to Texas? So I chuckle and try to convince him that's a damn far ride.
So to try and convince him that isn't the best plan I tell him hey, let's ride to Pittsburgh, grab lunch, and come back immediately. That will be about a 12 hour ride if we take backroads, which will be about one day out of two and a half if we ride to Texas.
So we did. Took 144 and 40 out from Baltimore, then 9 south through WV and back up to 40 until 519 to Steeltown. Gorgeous ride, the weather could not have been any better, and the roads were amazing. 9 has some of the best twisting mountain sections outside of the Smokies.
Grabbed a great lunch at Fatheads in Pittsburgh, then rode home on slab the whole way to make better time and keep it to about 12 hours on the bikes. The temperature dropped about 20 degrees through the mountain and my buddy was turning into a popsicle. After the 5 hour highway trip back I think I convinced him that flying to Austin was a far smarter plan, especially after the text I got the next morning...
"Muscles I didn't know I had are killing me, and I think I lost my taint somewhere around Uniontown."
Great times, if anyone wants to hit some of the WV sections one day I'll gladly lead a ride.
Quote from: Artful on September 07, 2010, 04:44:57 AM
"Muscles I didn't know I had are killing me, and I think I lost my taint somewhere around Uniontown."
"I guess that taint a surprise!" would have been my response!
Quote from: Julie on September 06, 2010, 05:37:26 PM
Great BBQ tonight Mr Ramjet, thanks for the invite. Sure is a shame that those ribs needed so much ketchup... ;)
Was great to hang out! I haven't seen Emily in like 2 years! Thank you for the veritable smorgasboord (sp) of tasty beverages. make the beast with two backsin screen doors....
Has to happen again!
Oh BTW...............
[popcorn]
Quote from: rgramjet on September 07, 2010, 09:16:56 AM
make the beast with two backsin screen doors....
And I didn't even have to call you out... [laugh]
Yippee! Picked up the 620 from the shop. Got my new fancy phone (DroidX) with GPS tracking...speedo said 95...gps tracker says 91.37mph. Who knew a 620 would haul my lard ass around that fast and still have a little throttle left to give! [moto]
His name may have been Termignoni [thumbsup]
Vacation was too short. Called in sick. Going riding in a bit. But not before I post something about the Mid Atlantic Italian Motofest.
Got me a new gas tank on DNA's dime. The old one was so puffed up that the bike actually fits me differently. Yeesh.
Quote from: Artful on September 10, 2010, 05:50:57 AM
Got me a new gas tank on DNA's dime. The old one was so puffed up that the bike actually fits me differently. Yeesh.
Did you go through a dealer? Which one? Mine's got the middle-age, uh I mean ethanol spread.
Yeah, went through Speeds in Elkridge. While the process was easy to get it replaced, I didn't like that they told me the new tank fixed the issue and that there was no need to coat the replacement tank. I'm not a fan of having smoke blown up my ass. Other than that they've always been great to deal with, even if glacially slow at times.
Took the mtn bike out for a quick spin around Wakefield Park. Found some pretty good singletrack back behind the reservoir that seemed to loop back on itself countless times. Stopped for a quick clif bar and got a strange feeling that I was being watched. Look around for a second and notice a huge F'ing owl sitting on a branch just off the side. Sat there for a while checking him out before he flew off. Damn those things are quiet! [thumbsup]
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3160/2284648890_f32f8715b5.jpg)
last night I unpacked ( mostly) my new to me pannier set for the Gran Canyon....tonight...I hopefully get to finish unpacking and maybe start taking the bike apart to get ready to install...
Quote from: sugonaut on September 15, 2010, 01:19:18 AM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3160/2284648890_f32f8715b5.jpg)
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Really thought I was going to have to choke my boss today. That stupid pregnant dog single-handidly set back agency/air force relations by about ten years. Took my about two hours to mend things after she opened her mouth. She just can't seem to get it through her thick skull that she is a little fish playing in THEIR pond... [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
After yesterday's tingly finger sensation, went down to REI and got some Smartwool liners to go inside of the Helds. Things fit in there like... Well, like a glove. ;D
Headed out this morning on the 750 and forgot to turn back the choke on the bike. Worried the bike wasn't idling right I headed back and rode the 900 instead. [roll]
Spent the day trying to figure out what was wrong with the bike (loose wires, water in the gas, etc...). When I got home I turn on the 750 and realize the choke was on, turn it back, take the bike out for a ride and she runs just fine. [bang]
I wonder if that bike would not be better off without me? ??? :-[ :-\
Getting rid of it would free up space for that 749 down at the Triumph dealer. Just saying...
[evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 04, 2010, 07:29:34 PM
Getting rid of it would free up space for that 749 down at the Triumph dealer. Just saying...
[evil]
or this...
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/1988470356.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/1988470356.html)
Quote from: zooom on October 05, 2010, 05:00:34 AM
or this...
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/1988470356.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/1988470356.html)
That is a sweeeeet find! [thumbsup] And very tempting [evil]
But I'll definitely pass, it's carbs and 2V for me. No liquid cooling, 4V and wiring looms so convoluted to make the Mona Lisa seem bland and plain in comparison. I might switch to an FI bike when I can't stand carbs anymore. :-\
Rode both my bikes today! Commuted on the s2r then dropped off the 620 to get the repairs done.
Stopped by Coleman's Falls Church for a little photo session. Guy says, "Yeah, it's swollen." Duh!! No kidding. Took the pictures and tells me not to expect anything quick. The last one he did took 4 months since the tank was on backorder.And they want to either keep the bike after the warranty work is approved or get a big ol' hefty deposit. Hello free winter storage! Probably 4-6 weeks before it's even approved... [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Quote from: Chemico on October 08, 2010, 02:09:39 PM
Stopped by Coleman's Falls Church for a little photo session. Guy says, "Yeah, it's swollen." Duh!! No kidding. Took the pictures and tells me not to expect anything quick. The last one he did took 4 months since the tank was on backorder.And they want to either keep the bike after the warranty work is approved or get a big ol' hefty deposit. Hello free winter storage! Probably 4-6 weeks before it's even approved... [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Zoddamn Coleman.
DucPond or Battley.
So the 750 wasn't running well, missing beats under heavy acceleration. As usual I had thought of all the more sophisticated things, carbs, fuel pump, petcock... then I lifted the tank and it occurred to me it might be something very simple.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m750/fuel_filter.jpg)
Some pieces of hose fell out of the filter as well so I'll put in new ones soon. Size is 5/16 if anyone is interested, not 1/4.
Quote from: DiscoDuc on October 08, 2010, 02:09:39 PM
And they want to either keep the bike after the warranty work is approved or get a big ol' hefty deposit. Hello free winter storage!
And that's why you
need at least two bikes ;D
Did anyone go riding today?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 11, 2010, 11:48:01 AM
Did anyone go riding today?
I rode the bike to advance auto parts and strosniders hardware, does that count? ;)
Was thinking about doing a quick Bowie run, but...
You were thinking of a quickie in Bowie?! Eeeeew eeew ew
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 11:57:34 AM
You were thinking of a quickie in Bowie?! Eeeeew eeew ew
is that like her saying to kiss me where it stinks and then you taking her to Dundalk/Essex?
Ah yes... Dundalk, land of brown trees, green water and orange skies...
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 11:57:34 AM
You were thinking of a quickie in Bowie?! Eeeeew eeew ew
If Sweet-P came along, hell yes! :D
Sweet-P? That's a hell of a thing to call Jim
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 12:13:23 PM
Sweet-P? That's a hell of a thing to call Jim
Wrong again.
*sigh* Please to be explaining.
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 12:13:23 PM
Sweet-P? That's a hell of a thing to call Jim
Owwww! That bus hurt!
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 12:18:37 PM
*sigh* Please to be explaining.
Think about it...
Massimo = Pepe' = Sweet-P
Had a shitty morning, so taught my class, skipped my office hours and headed out for a ride. Forgot Rock Creek Parkway was closed on holidays, so I had an out and back quickie on River Road. Attitude adjustment; check!
While running daddy daycare today, I managed to find my next piece of gear...
The tank bag is too big for most day trips. And I can't stand backpacks unless it's my hydro and it's 95+ degrees outside. Don't like tailbags because, well... just because. Sooo I found me a sweet chest pack that's small enough to stay lightweight and out of the way, but large enough to hold a wallet, mobile, keys, granola bar, instant water, and a few extra tools. Plus easy access and better center of gravity.
(http://www.civilianlab.no/images/model_logistics.jpg)
Unfortunately, the company is in Europe and I'm having a wicked time finding a seller this side of the pond.
If you're willing to rock a Baby Bjorn, why not go whole hog and just man up with a fanny pack?
Where in Europe? I've still got buddies over there. They can always buy it, and then send it over here via MPS.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 11, 2010, 02:26:27 PM
Where in Europe? I've still got buddies over there. They can always buy it, and then send it over here via MPS.
I will be talking to you about this...I want the new generation quick-lock tankbag mount from SW-Motech, but it's not available in the states from their distributor (twistedthrottle.com).
Quote from: DiscoDuc on October 11, 2010, 03:55:25 PM
I will be talking to you about this...
Oh, so I'm supposed to help you too now? [roll]
hells yeah! ;D
Quote from: Artful on October 11, 2010, 02:26:14 PM
If you're willing to rock a Baby Bjorn, why not go whole hog and just man up with a fanny pack?
Where I'm from dope dealers wear fanny packs. I learned pretty early not to make fun. That's all I'm gonna say about fanny packs.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 11, 2010, 02:26:27 PM
Where in Europe? I've still got buddies over there. They can always buy it, and then send it over here via MPS.
Looks to be Norway (http://www.civilianlab.no/ (http://www.civilianlab.no/)).
Quote from: DiscoDuc on October 11, 2010, 03:55:25 PM
I will be talking to you about this...I want the new generation quick-lock tankbag mount from SW-Motech, but it's not available in the states from their distributor (twistedthrottle.com).
What's this new kit we can't get?
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 05:20:51 PM
What's this new kit we can't get?
This little bit of carbon fiber: cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320596663250
Ben, here's your Sweet-P [laugh] [puke] [laugh] [puke]
(http://images.contactmusic.com/videoimages/sbmg/foo-fighters-learn-to-fly.jpg)
(Dave Grohl - Foo Fighters - video from "Learn to Fly")
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 05:20:51 PM
What's this new kit we can't get?
It's the new generation of the tankring you have...the bottom ring doesn't stick up as high as the one you have. I'm afraid that thing would impale me [laugh]
Link for the lazy/using a phone?
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 05:40:05 PM
Link for the lazy/using a phone?
I've only seen it in SW-Motech's catalog pdf (p38-39): http://shop.sw-motech.com/cosmoshop/downloads/sonstige/katalog/sw_bc_katalog_2010_englisch.pdf (http://shop.sw-motech.com/cosmoshop/downloads/sonstige/katalog/sw_bc_katalog_2010_englisch.pdf)
Well I figured out why you cannot find it on a merchant site yet. Did you notice that those pages were marked 'preview'? And you're teaching tomorrows leaders...
I did notice, which is why I contacted SW-Motech to find out when it was going to be released in the states. Their rep indicated that it was already available from Twisted Throttle, but was wrong. They indicated that it was available from one distributor in Europe, but now appears to be sold out (http://www.muellerimporte.at/quicklock-tankring-p-244593.html (http://www.muellerimporte.at/quicklock-tankring-p-244593.html)).
Quote from: yuu on October 11, 2010, 07:03:51 PM
Well, I figured out why you cannot find it on a merchant site yet. Did you notice that those pages were marked 'preview'? And you're teaching tomorrow's leaders...
Fixed that for ya.
If these kids are "tomorrow's leaders," we're in big trouble. For example, I gave an exam in the class I taught this summer with questions copied verbatim from their assigned homework. The average score was 53 and the high score was 87. Really?!? tomorrow's leaders?!? That said, I have had a couple of exceptional students...but they really are the exception, not the rule.
A comma... :p
Ah, you didn't mention you'd actually let your fingers do the walking. So next question... do you know if the new style plates can be fit to older bags? I wouldn't mind a lower profile system like the new one - but the indentation in my current bags depth is the height of the female side of the coupler.
I don't know for certain. You could always put a spacer between the upper ring and the bag. It looks like the mount has 4 screws which I think is like the current model.
Quote from: Autohag on October 11, 2010, 02:16:16 PM
...
(http://www.civilianlab.no/images/model_logistics.jpg)
Unfortunately, the company is in Europe and I'm having a wicked time finding a seller this side of the pond...
For folks playing along at home, my search fu turned up some sellers. Definitely check out Civilian Lab if you're looking for a modular system for touring. Their flagship is a combo backpack + chestpack, keeping weight nicely distributed and close to the body.
- Gear Bunker (link (http://www.gearbunker.com/Covert-RG-Escape-Holster_p_44.html))
- Amazon (link (http://www.amazon.com/Covert-Escape-Flashlight-Camera-Cycling/dp/B000MMQXHA))
Now to figure out a rig for the EZ-Pass transponder... [moto]
Quote from: DiscoDuc on October 12, 2010, 03:41:21 AM
I did notice, which is why I contacted SW-Motech to find out when it was going to be released in the states. Their rep indicated that it was already available from Twisted Throttle, but was wrong. They indicated that it was available from one distributor in Europe, but now appears to be sold out (http://www.muellerimporte.at/quicklock-tankring-p-244593.html (http://www.muellerimporte.at/quicklock-tankring-p-244593.html)).
Fixed that for ya.
If these kids are "tomorrow's leaders," we're in big trouble. For example, I gave an exam in the class I taught this summer with questions copied verbatim from their assigned homework. The average score was 53 and the high score was 87. Really?!? tomorrow's leaders?!? That said, I have had a couple of exceptional students...but they really are the exception, not the rule.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/facepalm/OhSnap.gif)
Quote from: yuu on October 12, 2010, 06:29:03 AM
A comma... :p
Uhm... Hate to tell you, but that's actually an apostrophe.
One correction was a comma; the other was an apostrophe. [laugh]
Took a little after work Bowie run [moto] ;D [moto] ;D
Finally got a tv stand. [laugh]
AND, found out that I have access to an environmentally controlled garage that I can store the bikes in over the winter. [thumbsup]
Redid the cables on the FCRs last night. I had ignored the instructions and used the wrong port on the throttle wheel. Nothing like closing the throttle on the beltway and having it stuck at 4000rpm when a cable kinks sideways.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 23, 2010, 04:15:33 PM
AND, found out that I have access to an environmentally controlled garage that I can store the bikes in over the winter. [thumbsup]
Nice, wish I had that... I'm looking for a place to set up for some proeject work. Need to have the shock serviced.
There might be room for another bike or two in there...
Painting kitchen log - Day 4
Supplies are running low. Girlfriend is growing weary and her cutting in work is suffering. Paint cans now outnumber ramen noodle wrappers but only barely. Tenant has retreated to his room, haven't seen him for days. Coat #5 begins tonight. It looks like it will be the last one, but I've grown melancholy and refuse to harbor hope. All is lost. If future generations find this message, never paint a kitchen that is dark forest green a bright red. You don't understand the consequences.
Quote from: Artful on October 27, 2010, 05:22:17 AM
Painting kitchen log - Day 4
Supplies are running low. Girlfriend is growing weary and her cutting in work is suffering. Paint cans now outnumber ramen noodle wrappers but only barely. Tenant has retreated to his room, haven't seen him for days. Coat #5 begins tonight. It looks like it will be the last one, but I've grown melancholy and refuse to harbor hope. All is lost. If future generations find this message, never paint a kitchen that is dark forest green a bright red. You don't understand the consequences.
you didn't use a Killz Primer 1st did you?
when all else fails...whatever you do...don't succumb to huffing aerosol fumes...it really isn't the answer!
Quote from: zooom on October 27, 2010, 05:25:34 AM
you didn't use a Killz Primer 1st did you?
when all else fails...whatever you do...don't succumb to huffing aerosol fumes...it really isn't the answer!
Oh I did. I used High Hiding Primer. It hid the green no sweat. But it's gray. And sucks up paint like you wouldn't believe. So then I had to cover gray. In hindsight I should have hit a coat of white primer between the gray and the red, but then I'd be in two primer coats and two color coats so far and probably still need a third color coat. Instead it looks like one primer coat and four color coats is going to do the trick. Six of one half dozen of the other for the most part.
Bright red is a pregnant dog to paint, period. Will never do it again unless the wall is white to begin with.
Quote from: Artful on October 27, 2010, 05:38:05 AM
Oh I did. I used High Hiding Primer. It hid the green no sweat. But it's gray. And sucks up paint like you wouldn't believe. So then I had to cover gray. In hindsight I should have hit a coat of white primer between the gray and the red, but then I'd be in two primer coats and two color coats so far and probably still need a third color coat. Instead it looks like one primer coat and four color coats is going to do the trick. Six of one half dozen of the other for the most part.
Bright red is a pregnant dog to paint, period. Will never do it again unless the wall is white to begin with.
The secret to painting a room bright red is to prime it with Gray not white primer. I learned this after painting a client's living room with literally 8 COATS of Benjamin Moore, Red Alert. [bang]
Red alert is the color of the Debil! [evil]
Yeah, the gray worked well, red is just... red.
Valspar Signature Scarlet Sun is also the debbil. Luckily it's also thicker than whale snot so it covers better than most. Five coats is my guess.
More work on the bathroom project. Lots of spackle needed to fix up the half assed work I uncovered when I pulled stuff off the wall. Yay...
Got new rubber and ran 'em in on Lime Kiln. Dayum it's cold.
Quote from: yuu on October 30, 2010, 10:41:01 AM
More work on the bathroom project. Lots of spackle needed to fix up the half assed work I uncovered when I pulled stuff off the wall. Yay...
Good luck with the project. Hollah if you need a 2nd set of hands.
Had another good ride today. Well, until someone decided to see how their brakes matched up to a Honda Accord that is...
Finished putting on the new fuel lines and cleaned up the carbs on the 750. [thumbsup]
Then in a moment of sheer awesomeness I also managed to get my wife to almost ride the bike by herself! [laugh]
I had a good crash today. make the beast with two backsing totaled the bike, though. Here's what happened...
Riding along a nice country'ish road, 2-3 clicks back from the rider in front of me. A driver, coasting through a stop sign at an intersecting road, watches the 2 bikes in front of me pass by, and proceeds... Not only did this driver not stop at his stop sign, he failed to look to his left (oncoming traffic). If he had looked to his left as he was not stopping at his stop sign, he would have seen me endo'ing as I try to stop/avoid colliding with his vehicle.
Well, my arms got tired. I don't practice my endos as much as I should. So I decided to let go of my bike and fly away from the carnage unfolding. That worked pretty well but the landing was rough. While I was in the air I had time to reflect on some advanced MSF training, and I remembered to tuck my sh!t in. Once I stopped skipping across the asphalt I calmly stood up, picked up my bike, and walked it to the shoulder of the road. Nothing to it.
Blue lights. Jibber-jabber. Call the best guy around with a m/c trailer...
What could have I done to avoid this? Well, not much. But I did grab too much front brake while maneuvering. What was I wearing? A pair of Levis 527s and a Tourmaster Coaster II leather jacket took most of the beating. I somehow managed to not hit my head, so not a scratch on the helmet. Sidi boots are pristine except for a little rash on the left toe guard. Sidi gloves held up fine but will need to be replaced. I walked away without a scratch.
I'd like to thank Lars, Ben, Jim, and Brian for keeping my spirits up during the paperwork ceremony and the long wait for a tow. Brian gets extra credit for having boobs plastered all over his bike, and for having peculiar graham cracker treats. And Tom did his part on the trip back to Arlington.
The bike is, like I said, totaled. The swingarm and/or subframe is/are bent, the foot controls disintegrated, and just about everything visible is rashed.
I will miss that 696, but the thought of my next bike is keeping me awake tonight.
no problem man...that is what we do and how we roll...and we'll have to put a pair of boobs on your next machine...
speaking of... -> http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=42476.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=42476.0)
this would be a sweet machine and leave you some coin to get a full set of cowhide and new gloves...
Quote from: Autohag on October 31, 2010, 10:13:09 PM
Brian gets extra credit for having peculiar graham cracker treats.
oh....and I have a LOT more of those....I guess I'll have to stick more than 3 on my top case for the next time I see yall....maybe more like 3 dozen...LOL
>:(
Already sent my notes.. so not much more to say beyond... stupid inattentive drivers/
Ooooo...here ya go B....
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2035557298.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2035557298.html)
put some supermoto rims and tires on it and completely own the Bowie route!!!
Quote from: zooom on November 01, 2010, 06:24:29 AM
Ooooo...here ya go B....
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2035557298.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2035557298.html)
put some supermoto rims and tires on it and completely own the Bowie route!!!
[laugh] [clap]
And, yes, some strong selling points on that 900 sie!
I *think* that one used to live here...
Quote from: Autohag on October 31, 2010, 10:13:09 PM
I had a good crash today. make the beast with two backsing totaled the bike, though. Here's what happened...
Riding along a nice country'ish road, 2-3 clicks back from the rider in front of me. A driver, coasting through a stop sign at an intersecting road, watches the 2 bikes in front of me pass by, and proceeds... Not only did this driver not stop at his stop sign, he failed to look to his left (oncoming traffic). If he had looked to his left as he was not stopping at his stop sign, he would have seen me endo'ing as I try to stop/avoid colliding with his vehicle.
Well, my arms got tired. I don't practice my endos as much as I should. So I decided to let go of my bike and fly away from the carnage unfolding. That worked pretty well but the landing was rough. While I was in the air I had time to reflect on some advanced MSF training, and I remembered to tuck my sh!t in. Once I stopped skipping across the asphalt I calmly stood up, picked up my bike, and walked it to the shoulder of the road. Nothing to it.
Blue lights. Jibber-jabber. Call the best guy around with a m/c trailer...
What could have I done to avoid this? Well, not much. But I did grab too much front brake while maneuvering. What was I wearing? A pair of Levis 527s and a Tourmaster Coaster II leather jacket took most of the beating. I somehow managed to not hit my head, so not a scratch on the helmet. Sidi boots are pristine except for a little rash on the left toe guard. Sidi gloves held up fine but will need to be replaced. I walked away without a scratch.
I'd like to thank Lars, Ben, Jim, and Brian for keeping my spirits up during the paperwork ceremony and the long wait for a tow. Brian gets extra credit for having boobs plastered all over his bike, and for having peculiar graham cracker treats. And Tom did his part on the trip back to Arlington.
The bike is, like I said, totaled. The swingarm and/or subframe is/are bent, the foot controls disintegrated, and just about everything visible is rashed.
I will miss that 696, but the thought of my next bike is keeping me awake tonight.
Glad to hear you're ok. How did the Levi's hold up??
Quote from: KneeSlider on November 01, 2010, 09:04:44 AM
Glad to hear you're ok. How did the Levi's hold up??
The Levi's did okay. The only tears/rips were down by my left ankle, but my boots were fine. I can't explain that. I had a set of housekeys in my left front pocket; some shredding there. Some abrasion all over, but the denim was intact.
I think when I landed I made impact on my left side first because that's the side of my body most sore today. I think I bounced/rolled a bit and ended up sliding down the road on my right side because that's the side with most of the rash on my jacket and jeans. While I was sliding I tried to get/stay on my back because I had good armor there and in the shoulders. Easier said than done, of course, but I remember making the effort during the crash.
I should probably say this: I am not, in any way, endorsing Levi's as adequate riding gear. I got lucky this time and will probably change my ways when I get back on the road.
You know what January is?! Got to IMS kick a lot of tires and find AutoHag a new bike month... if you can wait that long. Though that 900 S looks pretty sweet.
Next to the Corona tank top (http://obairlann.net/reaper/motorcycle/corona.html) the Levi's jeans is the best bit of apparel a biker can have! [cheeky]
Jokes aside, I'm REALLY glad you're ok! Had an almost similar experience some time ago, a lady decided that despite her having a stop sign, she had right of way and no amount of honking and flashing could persuade her otherwise. Damn Blessed cops are never around when I need them. >:(
Quote from: Pepe' on November 01, 2010, 10:08:02 AM
Blessed cops are never around when I need them.
that is where a nice witness whom was less than a 100 yards right behind him helped cement the story to the nice occifers whom responded and cited the Accord driver for the offense....shame it can't always be that way...
yay for the good citizen!
Quote from: Autohag on November 01, 2010, 09:59:23 AM
The only tears/rips were down by my left ankle, but my boots were fine.
I had the same type tears from my bridge joint "off" and am pretty certain that it's from the broken footpeg. I keep thanking my lucky stars that it only contacted denim and not flesh!!!
Quote from: yuu on November 01, 2010, 10:05:56 AM
You know what January is?! Got to IMS kick a lot of tires and find AutoHag a new bike month... if you can wait that long. Though that 900 S looks pretty sweet.
I got my Firefox pluggo, ReloadEvery, set to HFL. Will be checking this out at IMS...
http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2010/11/2011-ducati-monster-1100-evo-abs-dtc-diavel-exhausts/ (http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2010/11/2011-ducati-monster-1100-evo-abs-dtc-diavel-exhausts/)
Better image
(http://www.moto-station.com/uploads/9816_normal.jpg)
Not exactly sold on the Diavel exhaust... Where's that barfy smiley?
Damn! Glad you're OK. Hopefully the driver got sited and you didn't (seems they always want to give you the "failure to control" ticket)
Quote from: tocino on November 01, 2010, 10:57:00 AM
Damn! Glad you're OK. Hopefully the driver got sited and you didn't (seems they always want to give you the "failure to control" ticket)
The driver got cited with failure to stop. And since my bike avoided his vehicle, it appears "I controlled" my bike.
Quote from: yuu on November 01, 2010, 10:48:44 AM
Better image
(http://www.moto-station.com/uploads/9816_normal.jpg)
Not exactly sold on the Diavel exhaust... Where's that barfy smiley?
Here it is [puke] not that it really matters tho, traditionally the exhaust is the first thing to go ;)
BTW, am I the only one to notice some similarity to the StreetFighter exhaust as well.
Quote from: Autohag on November 01, 2010, 10:45:08 AM
I got my Firefox pluggo, ReloadEvery, set to HFL. Will be checking this out at IMS...
Brian, why wait until the IMS when there's a yellow 900 with lots of goodies [evil]
Quote from: Pepe' on November 01, 2010, 11:42:04 AM
Brian, why wait until the IMS when there's a yellow 900 with lots of goodies [evil]
We'll talk! I'm actually leaning towards previously-owned so's enough money for 2 bikes.
Brian, you know what to do...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/146_0808_03_z2008_KTM_super_duke_rwheelie.jpg)
[evil]
Don't believe me? Just ask Lars.
[evil]
Or... There's always this:
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/pictures-mv-agusta-f4-1000-senna-bi.jpg)
Brian, if you look closely you wil notice the rider in the above pictured Superduke has an eyeball about to pop out. This is a common occurrance due to Superdukulocious.
Also his rightside pocket may have a ham sandwich which coincides with with lack of front tire wear, or perhaps a blue-hair on upcoming sidewalk.
Quote from: Lars D on November 01, 2010, 03:46:24 PM
Brian, if you look closely you wil notice the rider in the above pictured Superduke has an eyeball about to pop out. This is a common occurrance due to Superdukulocious.
Also his rightside pocket may have a ham sandwich which coincides with with lack of front tire wear, or perhaps a blue-hair on upcoming sidewalk.
Superhyperetards!!! [cheeky]
Quote from: Autohag on November 01, 2010, 06:34:59 PM
Superhyperetards!!! [cheeky]
NOSIR. That would be this:
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/0110KTM950sm29-01.jpg)
or this
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/e87e50c4-d999-4e63-b085-e8385c4d8256.jpg)
and most certainly this
ktm 950 sm (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmeZ2DZINb4#normal)
[evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 01, 2010, 06:43:21 PM
ktm 950 sm
[evil]
Reminds me of how I used to ride my SV ;D
(http://www.threadbombing.com/data/media/2/JTheadshake.gif)
I voted! [thumbsup]
hey B....I doubt it is a "true 100hp" but I'd bet it was a good high 80+ hp....and give you the ergo's you want...just have to have the suspension dialed in and still have change leftover for new cowhides
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43152.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43152.0)
glad you're ok B. now you get to be the first on the block with the new monster!
Got new baloneys to burn on thursday
My Trailtech came in yesterday... now to get my ECU out to Houston Superbikes for flashing...
I hate wiring.
Quote from: Artful on November 10, 2010, 05:33:11 AM
My Trailtech came in yesterday... now to get my ECU out to Houston Superbikes for flashing...
I hate wiring.
You prolly already found 'em, but a couple of threads here at DMF on the Trailtech if you get stuck. I'll plug Pepe' again as he's got some experience. Have fun!
Quote from: Autohag on November 10, 2010, 06:49:43 AM
You prolly already found 'em, but a couple of threads here at DMF on the Trailtech if you get stuck. I'll plug Pepe' again as he's got some experience. Have fun!
yeah, but Pepe' hooked his to his Carbie 750....more wires and shizzle with an FI bike....or maybe it is the same...
Should be the same; each sensor is basically independent of the bike wiring. Only concerns are finding out how the fuel tank reports low fuel, and the routing of the neutral switch.
Quote from: Autohag on November 10, 2010, 06:49:43 AM
You prolly already found 'em, but a couple of threads here at DMF on the Trailtech if you get stuck. I'll plug Pepe' again as he's got some experience. Have fun!
Definitely have done a ton of research on the setup :) I can't start fiddling with it full time until the ECU gets flashed but I've been looking through the instructions and it seems incredibly straight forward. Which most likely means I'll blow the ECU at one point or another lol.
Installed said baloneys.
Played Black Ops all day, plan to do the same for today ;D
Dude, take a break and come [moto].
I've only taken brakes to take care of bodily functions ;D
Quote from: Pepe' on November 11, 2010, 04:43:10 AM
I've only taken brakes to take care of bodily functions ;D
what kind of brakes? Berringer? Brembo? Nissin?
Watched a BMW try to keep up with me while I was on Whitehurst Freeway. It was worth the sexy bike comment she gave me when she caught up to me at the traffic light.
Quote from: KneeSlider on November 11, 2010, 06:13:25 AM
Watched a BMW try to keep up with me while I was on Whitehurst Freeway. It was worth the sexy bike comment she gave me when she caught up to me at the traffic light.
Was that your dark on red parked in Rosslyn this AM?
Quote from: Autohag on November 11, 2010, 07:28:52 AM
Was that your dark on red parked in Rosslyn this AM?
Yup that Desdamona.....In all her pristine glory.
Went SuperDuking.
Cold tested my electric gloves and it's ;D so far.
These here (http://www.newenough.com/street/electric_heated_gear/gloves_socks_misc_/tour_master/synergy_electrically_heated_leather_motorcycle_gloves.html) if anyone wants to check them out.
got Munchkins in da house and I think I am going to be spending a little time with the bikes today in the garage doing some cleaning and maintenance and assessing what all I need to put on the list for winter maintenance...
Started to investigate a big black bear rustling around in a pine thicket about 30 yards from my tree stand (deer hunting). I decided to stop the investigation......bear season doesn't start until next week and I'm slow with a bolt action.....saw a few spikes and two does.....waiting for big daddy!
Took the Seven out for a spin today.
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.84471893310547,-77.09456634521484&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6aa430cb-6768-4103-b766-8d03b1054f20 (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.84471893310547,-77.09456634521484&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6aa430cb-6768-4103-b766-8d03b1054f20)
Quote from: rgramjet on November 13, 2010, 08:44:34 AM
deer hunting: saw a few spikes and two does.....waiting for big daddy!
Bring back a big slab for Thanksgiving. :D
Poolesville, Beallsville and places I don't remember the name of. [moto] [moto]
A lot of tile.
Wasted gasoline.
New electrical fixtures in the upstairs, the girlfriend set up the Christmas tree already. I'm going to have a very merry Thanksgiving apparently.
Quote from: Artful on November 14, 2010, 04:20:12 PM
the girlfriend set up the Christmas tree already
Seriously?
Finished up diving for the week. :(
Quote from: tocino on November 14, 2010, 04:40:44 PM
Finished up diving for the week. :(
Now go have some tequila. :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 14, 2010, 04:25:20 PM
Seriously?
Yeah. We were over at her parent's place for dinner and they gave us a ton of their old Christmas decorations for our house. Instead of tossing them into the basement only to drag them out again in a few weeks she put them up. I'm not complaining, it kept her busy for a few hours while I got to work on the house. Cleaned out the basement workshop in anticipation of winter projects too. This is my first winter owning my house, so I'm looking forward to spending a lot of time hunkered down in the workshop fixing the stuff I never got to over the summer.
The good: had mike give the s2r some love...including some new rubber. This bike is smooth like butter now.
The bad: ran out of gas in the middle of the 395 bridge. Pushed it down into the park. Now I'm sitting on the sidewalk waiting on gas. FML!!!!
I had my bike shut off at the same place not too long ago because I didn't tighten the battery connection enough. Sucked. Luckily I was at the top of the bridge so I was able to coast downhill until there was finally a shoulder to pull off on. I live right by the 395 massachusetts entrance. Let me know if you need a hand.
Quote from: Zhane on November 17, 2010, 04:11:49 PM
The good: had mike give the s2r some love...including some new rubber. This bike is smooth like butter now.
The bad: ran out of gas in the middle of the 395 bridge. Pushed it down into the park. Now I'm sitting on the sidewalk waiting on gas. FML!!!!
I finally installed my Suburban Machinery handlebars. Going to take them on a test run tomorrow. The only problem I had was that the handlebars don't work with my bikini fairing, so I had to remove it. I kind of like having the bikini fairing there, so now I'm going to have to figure out what to do. Unfortunately, I never got one of those covers for the instrument panel, so I'll have to buy one.
Quote from: 696DCRider on November 17, 2010, 05:26:35 PM
Unfortunately, I never got one of those covers for the instrument panel, so I'll have to buy one.
I've got one! I'll put my bikini fairing back on and you can have the cover (it's black, though).
Awesome. Thanks a lot :thumbsup: I never planned on sporting the no bikini fairing look, but I guess I will have to do it if I want to use these bars. So far, I'm liking them.
Quote from: Autohag on November 17, 2010, 08:51:20 PM
I've got one! I'll put my bikini fairing back on and you can have the cover (it's black, though).
Dropped off the s2r for tank replacement...and was really glad that I took 50 instead of 66. That wind was cold today. Looking forward to an operational tank and installation of the heated glove liners that I've been too lazy to remove the tank and install. Not quite sure why [coffee] is [coffee] and not hot chocolate. ???
Took the metro to work :'(
Drove to Tysons Corner. [bang]
I dunno what the fack they're building out there, but it better be magnificent! It better be the kind of shit you marvel at from outer facking space! Humpback whales better migrate to this facking place! Apple will surely relocate its headquarters to this amazing destination! Letters addressed to Santa will be answered here by an army of recently divorced MILFs bored with their lavishly decorated timeshares!
Then, and only then, will there *begin* to be an explanation for the clusterfack I witnessed today.
Quote from: Autohag on December 07, 2010, 06:08:52 PM
Drove to Tysons Corner. [bang]
I dunno what the fack they're building out there, but it better be magnificent! It better be the kind of shit you marvel at from outer facking space! Humpback whales better migrate to this facking place! Apple will surely relocate its headquarters to this amazing destination! Letters addressed to Santa will be answered here by an army of recently divorced MILFs bored with their lavishly decorated timeshares!
Then, and only then, will there *begin* to be an explanation for the clusterfack I witnessed today.
Did you hit a "LITTLE" bit of traffic followed by conflicting roadsigns every two feet by chance?
Quote from: Autohag on December 07, 2010, 06:08:52 PM
Drove to Tysons Corner. [bang]
Welcome to the DC area, with some of the most f***ed up traffic in the nation. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Pepe' on December 07, 2010, 08:44:22 PM
Welcome to the DC area, with some of the most f***ed up traffic in the nation. [thumbsup]
This is why we have sidewalks, shoulders and foldable mirrors. ;D [moto]
Quote from: Zhane on December 07, 2010, 09:14:10 PM
This is why we have sidewalks, shoulders and foldable mirrors. ;D [moto]
And high insurance rates.
Quote from: Zhane on December 07, 2010, 09:14:10 PM
This is why we have sidewalks, shoulders and foldable mirrors. ;D [moto]
And ham sandwiches.
Tried to pull the battery out of the SD today. Yea right. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 30, 2010, 10:03:56 AM
Tried to pull the battery out of the SD today. Yea right. [thumbsdown]
I got some tools....
so, what are you gonna ride Saturday morning?
I've got the tools to do it, it's just too much of a pain in the ass. After pulling off the chin fairing outers (battery box is inside) I realized that every piece of electrical wiring is routed around the box, and would have to have the tie downs cut off to actually get the battery out. I was going to bring the battery itself into the flat so I could hook it up to the tender, but no love there.
I guess I'll be on the SC, as it still starts. [laugh]
ECU came back in today from Houston Superbikes. Now let's see if I was one of the "starts no problem" guys or one of the "had to send it back twice and eventually they sent me a new ECU" guys.
Also need a VDSTS cable to reset the TPS, anyone? bergdoerfer has one but it would be handy if I could pick it up from someone tomorrow. 59M/5AM model.
Quote from: DRKWNGI've got the tools to do it, it's just too much of a pain in the ass. After pulling off the chin fairing outers (battery box is inside) I realized that every piece of electrical wiring is routed around the box, and would have to have the tie downs cut off to actually get the battery out. I was going to bring the battery itself into the flat so I could hook it up to the tender, but no love there.
That just sounds like a complete pain in the ass...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 30, 2010, 11:02:38 AM
I've got the tools to do it, it's just too much of a pain in the ass. After pulling off the chin fairing outers (battery box is inside) I realized that every piece of electrical wiring is routed around the box, and would have to have the tie downs cut off to actually get the battery out. I was going to bring the battery itself into the flat so I could hook it up to the tender, but no love there.
just put a ham sammich in your mouf and ride dat beeeyotch into da pad and park it behind da couch and plug it in dat way!!!
lol Yea, ok. Problem is, it won't start now, and I would still have to do all the dis-assembly just to wire the damn tender up. Need to bump start it I guess...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 30, 2010, 12:38:43 PM
lol Yea, ok. Problem is, it won't start now, and I would still have to do all the dis-assembly just to wire the damn tender up. Need to bump start it I guess...
I was just peepin in the KTM window (they were closed) and am now wondering if one of those supermoto thingys would have the same problem?
Quote from: Lars D on December 30, 2010, 02:23:18 PM
I was just peepin in the KTM window (they were closed) and am now wondering if one of those supermoto thingys would have the same problem?
Of being hard to get the battery out? Maybe. The key would be to make sure they install a tender before you take delivery of it. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 30, 2010, 11:02:38 AM
I've got the tools to do it, it's just too much of a pain in the ass. After pulling off the chin fairing outers (battery box is inside) I realized that every piece of electrical wiring is routed around the box, and would have to have the tie downs cut off to actually get the battery out. I was going to bring the battery itself into the flat so I could hook it up to the tender, but no love there.
I guess I'll be on the SC, as it still starts. [laugh]
You make it seem like you'll be worth a shit on Saturday morning.......
I most likely will. Don't plan on drinking much of that Stella shit that you bought. [cheeky]
The Stella is for the girls. We will be drinking Rusty Nails.......
You got an entire keg for the girls? [roll]
What can I say, I'm an optimist!
Quote from: rgramjet on December 30, 2010, 03:23:35 PM
You make it seem like you'll be worth a shit on Saturday morning.......
so I guess this means your pansy ass ain't gonna make it out to ride then I gather!
Quote from: zooom on December 31, 2010, 04:08:12 AM
so I guess this means your pansy ass ain't gonna make it out to ride then I gather!
Roger? Riding a motorcycle?
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 31, 2010, 05:39:04 AM
Roger? Riding a motorcycle?
Get your shots in Lil Buckaroo, cuz tonight we are having a Drink Off!
Quote from: rgramjet on December 31, 2010, 05:47:18 AM
Get your shots in Lil Buckaroo, cuz tonight we are having a Drink Off!
Whatever. I'm going riding in the morning. [moto]
we are embarking from the 'Bucks out in an indirect fashion (as far as I have been told-because I am not the route master/ride leader) out to Williamsport by way of Middletown....in Williamsport, some members have elected to participate in a charity Polar Bear Plunge to benefit the Humane Society...and from there it is proposed to ride to High Rock ( in Cascade) for a Photo-op.
Nice! Cant wait to hear about the PBP!
Took the Duc out to Balmore for lunch @ Miss Shirley's. Good time and great breakfast. Bike feels faster...
That place is fantastic, get the chicken and waffles. Friggin amazing.
Went to Autohag's place to get his help and steal some of his parts. We tried to put a 14T sprocket on the front, but unfortunately, that didn't work out so well (wrong sprocket :( ). We still managed to get the emissions canister removed and I got a cover for the back of the instrument panel to put in place of the bikini fairing. We also removed all the plastic for the oil cooler that doesn't exist on my bike and reattached the voltage regulator on a bracket. [thumbsup] Happy New Years to all.
Put my reflashed ECU in the bike, worked like a charm. Had one scary moment when I first turned it over and it didn't try to kick over at all, then remembered I had flipped the killswitch when I pulled the ECU in the first place. Mocked up a fairing for the new guages and dual headlights, looks awesome in cardboard should look tits in aluminum. Fabbed a mounting bracket for the Trailtech, once I get the required electrical components I should be ready for install. Went for a run with my puppy who loved it and is sleeping on my feet at the moment, and played some tennis with my girlfriend and her old man. No mercy, beat them in straight sets :D
Quote from: 696DCRider on December 31, 2010, 03:07:18 PM
Went to Autohag's place to get his help and steal some of his parts. We tried to put a 14T sprocket on the front, but unfortunately, that didn't work out so well (wrong sprocket :( ). We still managed to get the emissions canister removed and I got a cover for the back of the instrument panel to put in place of the bikini fairing. We also removed all the plastic for the oil cooler that doesn't exist on my bike and reattached the voltage regulator on a bracket. [thumbsup] Happy New Years to all.
Was it the bracket that adds 10 hp?
I thought all brackets added to the bike by default added 10hp...?
Nope. It's the bracket that makes you think the bike won't charbroil your legs in the summer.
Quote from: Lars D on December 31, 2010, 04:01:56 PM
Was it the bracket that adds 10 hp?
Celebrated New Year's 6 hours ahead of y'all ;D
Cheers and Happy New Year!! [beer]
Got a bunch of Magpul goodness in the mail today. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 20, 2011, 01:52:08 PM
Got a bunch of Magpul goodness in the mail today. [thumbsup]
Whatja get whatja get??
The calendar?
Get anything to fill them with?
Quote from: rgramjet on January 21, 2011, 04:29:19 AM
Get anything to fill them with?
he's probably gonna have to wait for the next good show in Chantilly to stock up....
Quote from: rgramjet on January 21, 2011, 04:29:19 AM
Get anything to fill them with?
Quote from: zooom on January 21, 2011, 04:37:20 AM
he's probably gonna have to wait for the next good show in Chantilly to stock up....
These replies left me somewhat perplexed since I thought Ben got a different kind of p***Mags in the mail ;D
Quote from: Pepe' on January 21, 2011, 04:51:26 AM
These replies left me somewhat perplexed since I thought Ben got a different kind of p***Mags in the mail ;D
you mean the gay midget clown p*** mags?...yeah...well...there's so many different things yyou can do with midgets nowadays!
Quote from: Pepe' on January 21, 2011, 04:51:26 AM
These replies left me somewhat perplexed since I thought Ben got a different kind of p***Mags in the mail ;D
C'mon - that's what the Internet is for!
Quote from: rgramjet on January 21, 2011, 04:29:19 AM
Get anything to fill them with?
Couple hundred rds paid a visit a little while ago. Probably ordering some more in the near future.
Picked up some lab stuff in Deale and caged back along some of the Bowie run roads just for giggles and grunts. Damn I miss summer!
Harwood road is a mess with a couple of trees fallen across/blocking part of the road. When is it gonna be warm enough to ride? :'(
It will be warm enough in about 4 weeks, maybe five.
And you know Lars is watching the weather obsessively! :) (like myself)
make the beast with two backs!
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 28, 2011, 04:07:47 PM
make the beast with two backs!
Good for you!!! [thumbsup]
No, not at all. Received an email today outlining how I am expected to show up at Ft Bragg on Monday, to start my way through the training queue... Which would then turn into a 365 day deployment. Funny thing is, no one at big AF knows anything about this, and no orders have been cut... No one seems to have any idea what the make the beast with two backs is going on. I am technically in a non-deployable billet, but yet somehow I get pulled for a lengthy one? I was told that it was a by-name-request, but the guys down there don't do that sort of thing without actually talking to you about it first, as they don't want someone whose heart isn't "in it" on their team... None of this makes any sense...
Damn!! That sucks........are you gonna leave your bikes here?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 28, 2011, 05:55:03 PM
No one seems to have any idea what the make the beast with two backs is going on.
When I become president I will make it legal if not compulsory to club idiots who make the beast with two backs up like this... [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 28, 2011, 05:55:03 PM
No, not at all. Received an email today outlining how I am expected to show up at Ft Bragg on Monday, to start my way through the training queue... Which would then turn into a 365 day deployment. Funny thing is, no one at big AF knows anything about this, and no orders have been cut... No one seems to have any idea what the make the beast with two backs is going on. I am technically in a non-deployable billet, but yet somehow I get pulled for a lengthy one? I was told that it was a by-name-request, but the guys down there don't do that sort of thing without actually talking to you about it first, as they don't want someone whose heart isn't "in it" on their team... None of this makes any sense...
Isn't Bragg in N.C.? How the hell are you expected to drop everything and be there on Monday??? Fack!
I don't know how this stuff works, but lemme know if you need any help with logistics. I've got some storage room if you need it, too. Fack!
What what what?! I get a little busy and you run off to NC?!
I hope whomever gets their head out of their ass and either gives you the wave off, or some proper freakin' orders. That's not cool.
On an up note, if you end up at Bragg for a bit, I end up down that way a couple times a year as my folks retired to a town about an hour west of Fayettenam.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 28, 2011, 05:55:03 PM
No, not at all. Received an email today outlining how I am expected to show up at Ft Bragg on Monday, to start my way through the training queue... Which would then turn into a 365 day deployment. Funny thing is, no one at big AF knows anything about this, and no orders have been cut... No one seems to have any idea what the make the beast with two backs is going on. I am technically in a non-deployable billet, but yet somehow I get pulled for a lengthy one? I was told that it was a by-name-request, but the guys down there don't do that sort of thing without actually talking to you about it first, as they don't want someone whose heart isn't "in it" on their team... None of this makes any sense...
So what happened?
Someone F'd up back in San Antonio. No word yet how this is going to pan out.
just sit tight until they give you official orders, otherwise they'll hang you on being AWOL and try and make the beast with two backs up your life onward...
Kept looking outside my office window wishing I rode the Monster to work. Looks so nice outside. [bang]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 02, 2011, 01:53:44 AM
Someone F'd up back in San Antonio. No word yet how this is going to pan out.
Good luck!
Quote from: zooom on February 02, 2011, 06:03:27 AM
just sit tight until they give you official orders, otherwise they'll hang you on being AWOL and try and make the beast with two backs up your life onward...
Uhm, yea... I've got that covered. [roll]
Took the bike for a nice spin around the city, stopped off to top off with a cupcake from Georgetown Cupcake and finished filling out MVA form for vanity plates.
Options are:
TICKET
1BDTOY
BZZZZZ
ZOOOOM
how about "MNYPIT" [laugh]
How about... 2NDTRY.
What.... too soon?
Removed one of my rearsets, exhaust brackets, top triple, and handlebar clamps. Got everything off effortlessly until the right rearset. One of my bolts is stripped, and I have exhausted all measures to get it off. I tried using torx bits, extractor kits, etc. Finally I got an extractor bit that would stick, and of course, it broke off in the screw head!!! I almost lost it except I was partly distracted from having bloodied up my knuckles on the ground when it snapped, lol.
I've been trying to figure out how to remove this damn thing all weekend, and that was the ultimate slap in the face. Now my last resort is to reassemble all the parts I removed and try and figure out where to take it to get the extractor bit removed and get the stripped bolt taken out....... After buying every damn thing in the world, going to a combination of Sears, Home Depot, Ace Hardware and trying every method I am finally waving the white flag of defeat, lol. This problem is above my skill level.
Anyone wanna help a struggling member out? I would be forever grateful. [bow_down] [bow_down] If not, if anyone has a good suggestion on where I could ride the bike to that is really close to DC, that would help too. What a day....
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 06, 2011, 06:04:08 PM
I would say that one is off limits.
I had to throw that one on there for giggles.
Quote from: Artful on February 06, 2011, 07:11:35 PM
How about... 2NDTRY.
What.... too soon?
Hahahah [thumbsup]
Quote from: 696DCRider on February 06, 2011, 08:42:03 PM
Removed one of my rearsets, exhaust brackets, top triple, and handlebar clamps. Got everything off effortlessly until the right rearset. One of my bolts is stripped, and I have exhausted all measures to get it off. I tried using torx bits, extractor kits, etc. Finally I got an extractor bit that would stick, and of course, it broke off in the screw head!!! I almost lost it except I was partly distracted from having bloodied up my knuckles on the ground when it snapped, lol.
I've been trying to figure out how to remove this damn thing all weekend, and that was the ultimate slap in the face. Now my last resort is to reassemble all the parts I removed and try and figure out where to take it to get the extractor bit removed and get the stripped bolt taken out....... After buying every damn thing in the world, going to a combination of Sears, Home Depot, Ace Hardware and trying every method I am finally waving the white flag of defeat, lol. This problem is above my skill level.
Anyone wanna help a struggling member out? I would be forever grateful. [bow_down] [bow_down] If not, if anyone has a good suggestion on where I could ride the bike to that is really close to DC, that would help too. What a day....
Ooooh, one of those [bang] [bang] [bang] moments, been there! :-[ Post some photos of your current predicament ;)
There's a few threads about stuck/broken bolts in the Tech section,
this one (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43778.0) in particular.
If you can manage to get the broken bit out, you could try the process over starting with PB blaster. Drown the bolt in lube and let it rest. Then douse again and hit it with an impact wrench. If that doesn't work then you can try a heat gun. I don't have a garage so I can't help much more.
As far as locations go,
Cycles of Silver Spring (http://www.cyclesofsilverspring.com/) is probably the closest to where you live.
Also for a reference for you and everyone (especially myself :-[, I still use grease) since the bolts are steel and the case is aluminum, some anti-seize is a must when the bolts go back in.
Quote from: 696DCRider on February 06, 2011, 08:42:03 PMI've been trying to figure out how to remove this damn thing all weekend, and that was the ultimate slap in the face. Now my last resort is to reassemble all the parts I removed and try and figure out where to take it to get the extractor bit removed and get the stripped bolt taken out....... After buying every damn thing in the world, going to a combination of Sears, Home Depot, Ace Hardware and trying every method I am finally waving the white flag of defeat, lol. This problem is above my skill level.
Is the head flush with the bracket or is it proud, recessed? Get a hammer and chisel and put some slots on either side of the extractor (this is in the middle of the bolt head, yes?), then see if you can use a punch at an angle in the slots to get it turning. Maybe spray some PB Blaster or other penetrant first (let it stand overnight) to try and loosen up the threads. At the worst you'll have to drill the damn thing out, although the extractor piece is probably hardened steel. If that's the case you may have bring it to a professional.
I'm not sure if I can get the bit out or not at this point. This a small piece of it sticking out of the screw, but I don't know how to attack it. The bolt is recessed into my rearset, so that definitely made it a pain in the ass to get to. Some of the extractor bits weren't long enough to even get in there. I tried tapping inside the hole and then using the reverse bit, but nothing was grabbing the bolt. I finally used an extraction bit that was big enough to grab the rounded out hex hole and it stuck. My drill couldn't handle the job though and started smoking, lol. So I tried a more powerful drill and that failed also. Then I went and purchased an impact drill, but the problem was that the head on those things is not adjustable, so I had to have a specific bit to use on it. So, that basically lead me to use a t-handle where you can insert a bit into it and tighten it down. I figured, if no drill will work, I will just muscle the thing loose. That's when the bit snapped. I had to walk away from the situation at that point, so I haven't attempted anything since. I'm thinking for my sanity though, it would be easier to put the triple/handlebars, etc back on and take it somewhere that knows what the heck they are doing unlike me, lol. I don't like claiming defeat, but sometimes you have to cut your losses I guess. [bang] [bang]
I'll try and take some pics tonight.
Quote from: Pepe' on February 07, 2011, 05:32:54 AM
Ooooh, one of those [bang] [bang] [bang] moments, been there! :-[ Post some photos of your current predicament ;)
There's a few threads about stuck/broken bolts in the Tech section, this one (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43778.0) in particular.
If you can manage to get the broken bit out, you could try the process over starting with PB blaster. Drown the bolt in lube and let it rest. Then douse again and hit it with an impact wrench. If that doesn't work then you can try a heat gun. I don't have a garage so I can't help much more.
As far as locations go, Cycles of Silver Spring (http://www.cyclesofsilverspring.com/) is probably the closest to where you live.
Also for a reference for you and everyone (especially myself :-[, I still use grease) since the bolts are steel and the case is aluminum, some anti-seize is a must when the bolts go back in.
PB Blaster - let it soak for a while then attack things again.
And for future reference, left handed (counter-clockwise cutting) drill bits. They are a bit of a pain to find in person, but easy enough online. If you hit the point where you have to drill they can, on ocassion, spin the broken screw back out without even needing the extractors.
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 07, 2011, 10:34:32 AM
PB Blaster - let it soak for a while then attack things again.
And for future reference, left handed (counter-clockwise cutting) drill bits. They are a bit of a pain to find in person, but easy enough online. If you hit the point where you have to drill they can, on ocassion, spin the broken screw back out without even needing the extractors.
Good point - a friend helped me drill a f*&^ed bolt out with one of these - it only got about 1/3 way in when it started to back the bolt out. Funny thing was the threads were great inside - no visual clue why the thing had gotten stuck in the first place.
Well, I did it Saturday and not "today", but I bought a completely disassembled '75 Norton Commando. I will be the third owner, but as the prev owner never rode it (he just took it apart and bought lots of replacement stuff) or titled it, the State will consider me the second. 4500 miles! Sad part is it rusted away for 20+ years in a shed. Gruesome "before" pics. Luckily Andover Norton still makes every single part for Commandos, even including complete frames, so anything that's missing can be easily gotten. You vintage bike aficionados will understand my drooling when I saw the original wiring harness in a ziploc bag with no hacked connectors, cut wires, etc. looking like it was made yesterday.
Sweet!! Think you'll have it done by the time I get back?
My problem now is that I don't know how the heck to even get the screw extractor out that is stuck in the stripped screw, lol. If I could get that out, I could take another shot at it. I'll have to take some pics tonight to visualize the whole thing.
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 07, 2011, 10:34:32 AM
PB Blaster - let it soak for a while then attack things again.
And for future reference, left handed (counter-clockwise cutting) drill bits. They are a bit of a pain to find in person, but easy enough online. If you hit the point where you have to drill they can, on ocassion, spin the broken screw back out without even needing the extractors.
Quote from: 696DCRider on February 07, 2011, 12:10:05 PM
My problem now is that I don't know how the heck to even get the screw extractor out that is stuck in the stripped screw, lol. If I could get that out, I could take another shot at it. I'll have to take some pics tonight to visualize the whole thing.
can you get some sort of pick or awl in between the bit of extractor and the metal of the bolt for to wedge and pry/pop it out?
Possibly, if I knew what the heck an awl is [laugh] [laugh]
Seriously though, the extractor bit is lodged in there pretty good. I'm not sure that a pick would help, but then again, I don't know what I'm doing or I probably wouldn't be in this position in the first place.
Quote from: zooom on February 07, 2011, 12:14:13 PM
can you get some sort of pick or awl in between the bit of extractor and the metal of the bolt for to wedge and pry/pop it out?
Quote from: 696DCRider on February 07, 2011, 12:17:48 PM
Possibly, if I knew what the heck an awl is [laugh] [laugh]
Seriously though, the extractor bit is lodged in there pretty good. I'm not sure that a pick would help, but then again, I don't know what I'm doing or I probably wouldn't be in this position in the first place.
Flat head screwdriver that's thin enough so you can hammer it between the two parts.
Another thing you can try is to use a dremel to cut a slice into the head of the bolt and then hammer it. But PB blast it first!
How many screws hold your rearsets in place? Are the other ones stuck as well? If you can remove the other bolts, you could use a dremel (or another cutter) to saw off the head of the bolt and then slide off the rearset.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 07, 2011, 11:48:07 AM
Sweet!! Think you'll have it done by the time I get back?
It's an antique bike we're talking about here, so it requires proper assembly. We'll all be retired and have grankids by the time it's done! ;D [laugh] [cheeky]
Quote from: Pepe' on February 07, 2011, 02:00:57 PM
It's an antique bike we're talking about here, so it requires proper assembly. We'll all be retired and have grankids by the time it's done! ;D [laugh] [cheeky]
Au contraire! (that's British slang for f*** off) [cheeky]
I'd love to have it done by June, but late fall is more realistic. Frame needs paint and head needs some work (stuck / bent valve) and the seat needs fixing up. Other than that it's just seeing what the ravage of time (rust) has done to various bits.
It's a pretty simple bike and I've owned two so I'm familiar with them. Biggest issue I think will be cleaning it!
British bikes get a bad name, some deservedly for when the industry teetered on bankruptcy and there were QA issues, but a lot of it is because they're just old and have been sitting or flogged or "fixed" by guys with hammers and channel locks (that would be me) and then people expect them to ride like new.
Had a some fun with a little f***er yesterday, the engine rpm (aka crankshaft postition, aka G28) sensor.
Not a big deal, it's just held in place by one screw, except the mofo is located behind the front engine mount... [bang] [bang] [bang]
Anyway after only 3 hours, more swearing than I thought I was capable of, and thanks to the invaluable help of my gramma' (same one in the bike pic [thumbsup]), I managed to replace the damn thing.
Pepe....did you roll the car up onto stands or anything to increase the room for access?...it makes a HUGE difference...hence why I have ramps and stands....
Quote from: zooom on February 08, 2011, 06:42:01 AM
Pepe....did you roll the car up onto stands or anything to increase the room for access?...it makes a HUGE difference...hence why I have ramps and stands....
The only way to really have good access to the spot would be to take off the whole front end of the car: bumper, lights, radiator, fans (!!!)... everything. Then it would be just plug and play.
And really the main issue wasn't the engine mount itself but all the stuff around it, electical wires and tubing. I know far too well how easy it is to strip the head of a bolt when the socket wrench isn't flat agains the head and slips off. [bang] [bang] [bang]
I didn't use stands because there's more than enough space underneath the car for access, and all I needed to lift the engine was the jack. It's just a matter of placing it at the right spot! [thumbsup]
Might have dodged a bullet today...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 09, 2011, 01:47:23 PM
Might have dodged a bullet today...
isn't that what you'll be doing lots of next month?
I got stitches out today and got pics of the cool kevlar strapping inside my shoulder.
Quote from: Statler on February 09, 2011, 02:03:21 PM
isn't that what you'll be doing lots of next month?
I got stitches out today and got pics of the cool kevlar strapping inside my shoulder.
SHOOSH YOU!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 09, 2011, 01:47:23 PM
Might have dodged a bullet today...
And another [thumbsup]
Just got me a new set of wheels
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all 4 of them ;D
Quote from: Pepe' on February 09, 2011, 08:18:29 PM
Just got me a new set of wheels
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all 4 of them ;D
Golf TDI?
Nope.
2008 Civic Si. [evil]
26K miles, in very good condition, 14K!
Couldn't find a TDI on craigslist with less than 100+K miles. And VW doesn't have any financing offers on them. So I started looking around for a used Golf, and checked also for a GTI and finally came along this Civic.
Quote from: Pepe' on February 10, 2011, 05:34:32 AM
Nope.
2008 Civic Si. [evil]
They used to hang traitors.
I keed I keed, fine purchase. If you ever need to bump start it with a hand crank though, my ratchet handle should just about do the trick. Be careful though, your transmission might not be used to that much torque.
Quote from: rgramjet on February 10, 2011, 05:59:03 PM
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 09, 2011, 01:47:23 PM
Might have dodged a bullet today...
Well?
+1!!!
Quote from: Artful on February 10, 2011, 06:18:01 PM
I keed I keed, fine purchase. If you ever need to bump start it with a hand crank though, my ratchet handle should just about do the trick. Be careful though, your transmission might not be used to that much torque.
Heh, yea when the Golf is running it has enough torque to pull the Si like a big dog walked by a little kid [laugh]
For some reason Honda didn't want to put a Turbo or a Compressor in the Si, so it has to rev up high to get power. ??? I did find a few aftermarket forced induction kits tho, so that can be fixed! [evil]
Quote from: rgramjet on February 10, 2011, 05:59:03 PM
Well?
As of Wednesday morning, the Doc declared me non-deployable due to my back issues.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 11, 2011, 01:16:53 PM
As of Wednesday morning, the Doc declared me non-deployable due to my back issues.
There's a fabulous joke in there somewhere but for the life of me I'm just not clever enough right now to put it together.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 11, 2011, 01:16:53 PM
As of Wednesday morning, the Doc declared me non-deployable due to my back issues.
WOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!! [thumbsup] [moto] [evil] [clap] [moto] [moto]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 11, 2011, 01:16:53 PM
As of Wednesday morning, the Doc declared me non-deployable due to my back issues.
Dammit! There goes my stable.......
;D
Awesome Bro! [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 11, 2011, 01:16:53 PM
As of Wednesday morning, the Doc declared me non-deployable due to my back issues.
Man, that Stupor Duke is gonna look kick ass with a limper tag on it! ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 11, 2011, 01:16:53 PM
As of Wednesday morning, the Doc declared me non-deployable due to my back issues.
Does this mean you'll put mounts for the walker on the SD? [laugh]
Found out I gotta replace the bottom rails on my Commando frame, it's rust damage is b.a.d. bad
Luckily I have a line on a replacement...
Then I geeked out and made a binary counter:
Binary counting LEDs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucAIzM-uAUI#normal)
Well I think I found the person I need to figure out how in the hell the stock fuel light works :D
So Tocino, step into my office, I have a few questions I'd like to ask you [leo]
I think you're problem is it's Italian. You've got to insert more Lire.
I tried lying to it and saying "the fuel, itsa low, blinky da boopity".
Still nothing.
Quote from: Artful on February 14, 2011, 01:17:14 PM
I tried lying to it and saying "the fuel, itsa low, blinky da boopity".
Still nothing.
did you threaten it like it owed you money?....
Purchased a new Rimoza rearset from Monsterparts for the S2R800. Decided agains the Acewell and put it on fleabay. Gonna stick with the stock instrument cluster.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on February 14, 2011, 04:41:28 PM
Purchased a new Rimoza rearset from Monsterparts for the S2R800.
Never heard of them before [laugh]
Quote from: Pepe' on February 14, 2011, 04:47:46 PM
Never heard of them before [laugh]
Keep it coming.......RIZOMA. Sometimes I'm dyslexic
Ordered up some MBP collets, and a shim measuring tool. Oh boy!
Next on the shopping list is a chain, sprox, belts and gaskets!
Got the Shorai battery in the post today. DAMN that thing weighs close to nothing!!
What kinda $$ was the battery?
Quote from: rgramjet on February 16, 2011, 03:20:31 PM
What kinda $$ was the battery?
batterystuff.com sells the 14 amp hour for $148 and the 18 amp for 181 (ups ground shipping included).
I got a 14 and just tested it today, I used it to start up both bikes (the 900 with FCR and the 750 with Mikuni carbs) after they had been sitting for about a month: No problem with either bike.
If I had a fuel injected bike with high comp pistons, I would definitely get the the 18 amp battery, but otherwise I think the 14 is just fine. [thumbsup]
Here's some pics: packaging (keep it! you'll need it to fit the battery) and weight (in grams) 700 vs 4430 about 6.3 to 1 ratio! :o
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/var/battery/battery_01.jpg)
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/var/battery/battery_02.jpg)
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/var/battery/battery_03.jpg)
Got mine from battery suff as well. They only charged me an additional $12 to second day air it. [thumbsup]
I put the battery back in the 900SS.
But then one of the terminal nuts slipped out and fell who knows where.
Spent 10 mintes looking around the engine / floor for it.
Gave up and went looking for the ones I'd saved off the last battery. After 10 more minutes found them.
Then I realized I should check the tire pressure. That only took 10 times longer than it should have.
Rolled the bike out. Shoot almost out of gas.
Spent 5 minutes getting it started (flatslides = no choke)
Rode to gas station and filled up on gas.
Got to work 1/2 hour late.
But - I was able to ride the entire 1.5 miles! (of course walking would've only been 5 blocks)
[moto]
Quote from: tocino on February 17, 2011, 09:42:10 AM
[...] Spent 5 minutes getting it started (flatslides = no choke)
Literally? How long had it been sitting? Do you have a fuel pump?
I just hit the starter a few times, gave it some gas and then hit the starter again and it fired right up.
You might want to check on the fuel adjustment screws.. :-\
Quote from: Pepe' on February 17, 2011, 10:16:05 AM
Literally? How long had it been sitting? Do you have a fuel pump?
I just hit the starter a few times, gave it some gas and then hit the starter again and it fired right up.
You might want to check on the fuel adjustment screws.. :-\
It'd been sitting for something like 3 months.
If it had no fuel pump it wouldn't be working at all. :)
Yeah - I never touched the screws since installation as they're supposed to be close.
Mainly because it's been sitting for a while.
Took the bike out for a spin through Va with a friend. Weather - PERFECT, Bike - PERFECT, Roads - PERFECT, Exhaust Grunt - PERFECT. Women checking out the bike - PERFECT. Can't believe I came back to my office to do work after that ride!
Put my bike back together after getting my stripped screw taken care of and went out for a nice test ride to make sure I put it all back together correctly. Guess my powdercoating project is going to have to wait a bit now; couldn't stand to miss out on this weather.
Edit: Also tried out the 14T for the first time. Bike has a lot more pep now. Going to have to adapt to it at low speeds though; got a bit jerky every now and then.
Rode to work today and aside from the roads being wet it was nice ... until the bike died on me: kink in the fuel line :-[
Too bad this weather wont last, back to below freezing on Tuesday with chances of snow, and it might suck until the end of the month :'(
:'( :'( Mossimo, how dare you ruin this day with your predictions of doom and gloom. At least let me believe that the warm weather is here to stay for one day. [laugh]
Quote from: Pepe' on February 18, 2011, 01:28:14 PM
Rode to work today and aside from the roads being wet it was nice ... until the bike died on me: kink in the fuel line :-[
Too bad this weather wont last, back to below freezing on Tuesday with chances of snow, and it might suck until the end of the month :'(
Quote from: 696DCRider on February 18, 2011, 01:38:54 PM
:'( :'( Mossimo, how dare you ruin this day with your predictions of doom and gloom. At least let me believe that the warm weather is here to stay for one day. [laugh]
It will be pretty nice on Monday! ;)
Took the SD out to Skyline and had a bit of an eye opener on 211.
Heard there was still salt and such out there. I imagine that is what you are referring to.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 18, 2011, 02:18:30 PM
Took the SD out to Skyline and had a bit of an eye opener on 211.
Quote from: 696DCRider on February 18, 2011, 02:19:20 PM
Heard there was still salt and such out there. I imagine that is what you are referring to.
Then it was probably more of a butt clencher! [laugh]
Yesterday, got solidly to work on my projects. Hung the 900 from some rafters and pulled off all the exhaust spaghetti and the whole rear suspension save for the swing arm, which is next. Shock's going off for service while I get down with the grease on the rest of it. New sprocket and chain's on the way... and shortly I'll be checking some valves. And I'll see about running my tubes out to that ceramic coating shop to have that done.
Good times.
I got DRAG BARS! (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=46586.0) [laugh] [leo] [wine]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 18, 2011, 02:18:30 PM
Took the SD out to Skyline and had a bit of an eye opener on 211.
?
The Lonely Island - J*** In My Pants (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsSEI2Le-so#normal)
fo real yo' (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130486926581&autorefresh=true)
Are you saying you bought those wheels?
I got stuck behind a jackknifed tandem semi on the inner-loop. That thing was all messed up.
Quote from: tocino on February 21, 2011, 09:11:04 PM
Are you saying you bought those wheels?
Nah, a pretty girl probably glanced at him.
Shoveled out the trucks. I'm done for the day.
How much did you get? Bethesda looks like about 1.5ish.
Quote from: rgramjet on February 22, 2011, 03:18:32 AM
How much did you get? Bethesda looks like about 1.5ish.
little over 6.
Having some cake today Chris?
Or just [drink]
I think he is having a hot toddy right now to thaw from shoveling....
Had to come do the office sidewalks. Good shoulder rehab. G and I had a nice dinner Sunday. Today is regular work day for both of us. We're throwing ourselves a rather elegant party in march to celebrate both our bdays (I turned 40, she is also turning 4... turning 32 for the ninth time.
Quote from: Statler on February 22, 2011, 08:46:59 AM
she is turning 32 for the ninth time.
and doesn't look a day over 26! [thumbsup]
[wine] [beer] [drink]
Quote from: zooom on February 22, 2011, 09:19:00 AM
and doesn't look a day over 26! [thumbsup]
True story, it's funny, she doesn't look asian...
(http://romston.com/wp-posts/11-02-12-average_asian_aging_process/average_asian_aging_process_Img01.jpg)
Got a counter offer on the place that I'm trying to buy.
Pulled a 10' poplar branch out of my moms living room. Luckily she wasn't under it. Penetrated the flat copper roof and the tip ended up about 2' off the floor. The suck.
Installed a temp patch until copper guys can come out.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 25, 2011, 04:55:52 PM
Got a counter offer on the place that I'm trying to buy.
They countered a full price offer?
Got me a little package [evil]
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/wheels_box.jpg)
About time to dedicate a thread to my baby ;D
3-
Dropped the tank for my S4R on the garage floor.......I need a good painter for chip repair please asap!!! :(
Went ridin' damnit!!
Took the Aprilia DD out for some riding!! Everything else I saw were Harley riders, chromed out Gixxers and a bunch of scooters.
I built a flower box and helped weed the front yard garden....that along with some other general puttering about...
I bottled a crap ton of brown ale. Gearing up to brew a Coopers ale.
Quote from: rgramjet on February 27, 2011, 07:43:50 PM
I bottled a crap ton of brown ale.
bring it on over and I'll certainly help drink it up for ya!!!
I tried to burn down a house using brake-clean and an ordinary household propane torch! And you can too! Here's how...
Cleaned out the basement workshop, ready to take on some projects. Shot a begrudging glance at the bike and the damn fuel light that is still kicking my ass.
Quote from: Artful on February 28, 2011, 09:28:55 AM
Shot a begrudging glance at the bike and the damn fuel light that is still kicking my ass.
150 Miles. That's a conservative estimate of what I can get out of a tank of gas on the 750. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Pepe' on February 28, 2011, 10:29:11 AM
150 Miles. That's a conservative estimate of what I can get out of a tank of gas on the 750. [thumbsup]
Yeah, I know my average miles before empty, but I'd like to get the fuel light working on the Trailtech. Haven't had time to dig into my latest theory on how to wire the damn thing up to actually make it work. If I don't figure it out soon I'm just going to wire everything else up and fix the fuel light later.
Finally made it out to the MVA today and got temp tags and registration for the civic. [thumbsup]
Then took it for a little drive: that engine loves to rev! It's pretty much the opposite of the Golf (lots of torque at low rpms), the VTEC kicks in between 6-6.5k and it howls until the limiter kicks in. [evil]
Had lots of fun on the MoCo back roads then picked up the lady wife and took her to dinner at one of my favorite italian restaurants (http://www.ilpizzico.com/). Win win :D
Had the swingarm and hoop parts off - cleaned them up, greased the pivots and had them back in. Had the belts off and started checking the valves. Vert intake looks good, but the exhaust is looking all upside down. Opener way tight and closer way loose... bugger.
Quote from: Pepe' on March 02, 2011, 05:25:15 PM
then picked up the lady wife and took her to dinner at one of my favorite italian restaurants (http://www.ilpizzico.com/). Win win :D
right there by D&D Auto Body in that lil strip mall like building?...Hmmm...is it more northern style or what?..the Scaloppine Alla Sandra sounds delish....
Doesn't look like anything special from the outside, but it's a great place and the food is just awesome! [thumbsup]
The chef and maitre d' are both Sicilian but the food is from all over Italy.
LOVE THAT PLACE. You're right, it doesn't look like much of anything from outside but I have always found it to be great food. [thumbsup]
Dropped the S4R off at DucPond in Winchester Va. Even though there is a Duc dealer 10 miles up the road, I drove 2.5 hours one way to get better service.
Changed the oil, filter and front/rear brake pads. Shops make no money on an oil change. Supplies alone cost between $70.00 - $90.00.
Just downloaded tuneECU onto the lap top. Now all I need is a USB to OBDII cable and I'll be able to load a different map onto the SD.
Stripped one of the intake valve cover bolts on the horiz cyl [bang] balls. This could be a real hassle.
On the good side, Rear suspension is in good order.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2011, 02:29:27 PM
Just downloaded tuneECU onto the lap top. Now all I need is a USB to OBDII cable and I'll be able to load a different map onto the SD.
Are you going to have it dynoed and custom map?
Or just an existing map?
I've been looking for one with the motohooligan airbox and sas blockoffs.
There are quite a few maps being shared over on SD.net. I'll probably download a few of those (from people with similar set-ups to mine) and see what happens. Ultimately I'll get it dyno tuned, but I want to wait until I get a MH box as well, and will need to find someone who's familiar with tuning off of tuneECU.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2011, 02:29:27 PM
Just downloaded tuneECU onto the lap top. Now all I need is a USB to OBDII cable and I'll be able to load a different map onto the SD.
The SD has an OBD2 diagnostic plug?
Ok, slightly different. There is a bespoke cable for this project that uses a 6 pin connector on one (KTM) side, and then an OBDII on the other. Then you use a USB to OBDII adapter and voila. [roll]
I don't know about the roll eyes..... When I had the Gixxer with the PC3 it was a straight PC3 adapter plug cable with a USB so it would go straight to a computer. None of this two different cables that finally lead to the same thing. Sheesh. Talk about having to make things more complicated than they need to be, unless, of course, if that is just what has to be done to make things work. [roll]
And the difficult complications are why I "rolled my eyes". But then again, this is a bike that took close to three hours just to change the battery. [roll]
You are kidding? Right?
Maybe a bit of an exaggeration, but not by much. That thing was a MAJOR pain in the ass.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2011, 02:29:27 PM
Now all I need is a USB to OBDII cable
ross-tech.com has em for the VAG emulators...so you can software to diag your Dub and the hardware for your SD....just sayin....
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 06, 2011, 02:51:36 PM
Stripped one of the intake valve cover bolts on the horiz cyl
at least it was the bolt and not the bolt hole....I have some various extra hardware if you can give me measurements, I can dig through and see if I can find it for you!
Quote from: zooom on March 07, 2011, 04:20:35 AM
ross-tech.com has em for the VAG emulators
VAG emulators??? so that's what they call 'em now, eh? You guys need to go out more and hook up with REAL people! [laugh]
Quote from: zooom on March 07, 2011, 04:20:35 AM
at least it was the bolt and not the bolt hole....I have some various extra hardware if you can give me measurements, I can dig through and see if I can find it for you!
Zooom what do I need to fix the stripped threads on the engine case? It's where one of the kick stand bolts screws in.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 07, 2011, 05:27:08 AM
Zooom what do I need to fix the stripped threads on the engine case? It's where one of the kick stand bolts screws in.
you CAN put a helicoil in it, but I think you are going to be better off with a Time-Sert repair kit because the Time-Sert is a steel insert instead of a spun coil...is it an M10 x 1.50 ???...I can't remember...I had to do one on my old Monster that I gave to the ex because I was doing the stupid move of spinning the bike on the kickstand and it caused undo wear to the point that my kickstand about fell off when I went to park the bike one day...luckily, it was in my driveway AFTER a ride that I discovered this....
Pepe....they aren't cheap-but they are WELLLLLLL worth it!
http://www.timesert.com/html/mtrcsert.html (http://www.timesert.com/html/mtrcsert.html)
Quote from: zooom on March 07, 2011, 05:56:43 AM
Pepe....they aren't cheap-but they are WELLLLLLL worth it!
http://www.timesert.com/html/mtrcsert.html (http://www.timesert.com/html/mtrcsert.html)
Thanks for the link, I'll look into it. :-*
Well, I didn't need to start research on Timeserts, luckily. I finally had to bust out the drill, and lefty bits to get that valve cover off. Mercifully some heat, the lefty drill bits and a spiral remover got it loose. Damn thing was bent just a touch, thats what must have given me such hassles.
But at least I didn't have to remove the head to get it out... what a nightmare that would have been.
So now, I just have to do a little shim sanding, have my shock serviced, pick up my exhaust from the coaters, do my new chain... ugh.
Who did you use for the PC? I'm looking forward to seeing how it turned out.
Figure engineering out in manassas - that place that does the bike frames
I purchased a set of RS taichi GP Evo gloves.
Planned to go riding, but life got in the way. Ended up ordering the cable to re-map the SD though.
Had the brake/clutch upgraded to radial masters from an 08 848, cleaned all the grit and grime from the bike, painted the midpipe and threw on the vanity plate (TICKET).
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on March 12, 2011, 04:33:56 PMthrew on the vanity plate (TICKET).
Tempting fate there are touch are you?
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 12, 2011, 01:10:16 PM
Planned to go riding, but the wife got in the way. Ended up ordering the cable to re-map the SD though.
Fixed it.........that is how it starts.....
Quote from: rgramjet on March 13, 2011, 06:37:30 AM
Fixed it.........that is how it starts.....
Uhm, no. Got rid of the last one and have no intention of getting another one. Well, unless she's rich that is. ;D
I washed the wife's new monster and got started on various maintence items on it and did the same on the DR250 (wife's dual sport/my city commuter).
Went to a b'day do and had some pretty tasty noms...
Today I put my '09 Ulysses up on BadWeb : http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/21/620908.html (http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/21/620908.html)
Then I put a blatant plug for it on a non-Buell message board ;D
Man I've been wanting a Ulysses pretty badly but don't think I have the $$ for it right now. What do you want for it anyway?
Quote from: tocino on March 14, 2011, 10:56:52 AM
Today I put my '09 Ulysses up on BadWeb : http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/21/620908.html (http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/21/620908.html)
Then I put a blatant plug for it on a non-Buell message board ;D
I'd watch out for that Tocino guy. Putting that junky Buell up for sale. ;D
Just kidding! As a purchaser of a formerly owned by Tocino S2R, I can tell you the bike will have been well taken care of.
I'm need 6 large. I of course forgot to put that in the ad originally - and I hate it when people do that.
Anyways - I wouldn't say this has been pampered, just not ridden that much. What I *really* should have done this winter was repaint the muffler, but that would have meant taking it off, sanding, painting and then buying a new metal strap (there's two and if you reuse the front you end up with a broken exhaust supposedly)
I *did* change the oil. That's one thing I tend to do a lot. Not that big on internals, but gotta have clean oil. Cheap insurance. Wait, did I just make this an oil thread?
Cooked the heal of my new boots that just came yesterday! :'( :'( :'(
Failed miserably to track down my brake light problem on the S2R. [bang] [bang] [bang]
dropped the sails off at UK annapolis for some Spring TLC.
Stopped by APS (Annapolis Perfomance Sailing) to discuss my damaged main halyard (and look at expensive sailing goodies)
bought the pieces parts of my left Sato rearset I need to make it back to normal. (They're pricey initially, but I love that you can order bits and pieces straight from them to fix parts you grind into the track)
went to Court.
20 yr old foster care kid in college who I started representnig when she was 10.
so yes. yes I did.
(but I had very very little to do with her success)
[thumbsup]
Sitting down for dinner and a beer while watching FP1.
Managed to fix (and I use this term loosely) the brake light. Turns out it was already on....just never turned off.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 17, 2011, 05:03:18 PM
Managed to fix (and I use this term loosely) the brake light. Turns out it was already on....just never turned off.
Good deal. [thumbsup]
Sent you an sms.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 17, 2011, 05:03:18 PM
Managed to fix (and I use this term loosely) the brake light. Turns out it was already on....just never turned off.
If aint broke then you fixed it! Was something grounded out or something?
Quote from: tocino on March 17, 2011, 05:18:27 PM
If aint broke then you fixed it! Was something grounded out or something?
Don't know for sure. I just have the rear switch unplugged at the harness right now and the front is working fine...who uses the rear brake anyway, right?!?
Rear brake is great for settling the chassis when coming into the corner.
You mean I'm supposed to be able to turn?!?
Hopefully I learn something about that when I hit total control on April 3...
Did the shakedown work on the Trail Tech today. Calibrated the speedo within 1% of a GPS system. Firmed up the indicator light attachment points and adjusted the safe temp lights.
Love the way it looks and works. Nice to have that one off my plate. Now of course the Golf decides it needs a starter. Never ends.
Technically last night - put in my adjusted shims and sealed up the valve covers, refit the airbox, got everything lined up for my new belts, punched out my old chain and riveted up the new.
Nice work [thumbsup]
Where are they having that class at? I've been seriously considering attending one to up my skills.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 17, 2011, 05:42:26 PM
Hopefully I learn something about that when I hit total control on April 3...
Columbia
http://www.totalcontroltraining.net/HTML/Schedule.html (http://www.totalcontroltraining.net/HTML/Schedule.html)
Quote from: Ducatician on March 17, 2011, 05:42:26 PM
Hopefully I learn something about that when I hit total control on April 3...
I thought you already had a driver's licence? ???
:P [evil]
Thanks. Going to take a look at this.
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 18, 2011, 08:06:07 AM
Columbia
http://www.totalcontroltraining.net/HTML/Schedule.html (http://www.totalcontroltraining.net/HTML/Schedule.html)
Quote from: 696DCRider on March 18, 2011, 11:38:22 AM
Thanks. Going to take a look at this.
They also teach MSF's ERC (experience rider course) at NOVA community college in Shirlington. $90 bucks. It did me a world of good to attend.
http://www.nvcc.edu/wdce/alexandria/specialized/advanced.htm (http://www.nvcc.edu/wdce/alexandria/specialized/advanced.htm)
Went zipping around Anne Arundal County...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 18, 2011, 01:29:22 PM
Went zipping around Anne Arundal County...
DRKWNG was blinded by green panties.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 18, 2011, 01:32:26 PM
DRKWNG was blinded by green panties.
They were nice, but not as impressive as that other thing...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 18, 2011, 01:36:47 PM
They were nice, but not as impressive as that other thing...
the "other thing"?...what'd you end up at the Hangar Club starin at the wanna be chippendales in green thongs?!?!!?
Uhm... No.
It's in the sighting thread.
Ahh got my new belts on. For anyone who hasn't done this before, I recommend gloves when wrestling the vertical cyl cam. You have to wrestle it half way into the helper springs which takes at bit of effort. Combine that with the sharpish edges of the pulley and the devilish tendency to shoot past the alignment mark if you look at it funny and you get beat up fingers fast.
Went back to the stock mid-pipe with udder and then took the Duc to Annapolis for a little visual love and then putted around the city. Came back and had a couple of friends over for a BBQ. Tomorrow will try to fit the my SSR Rear sprocket on the bike!
Disassembled the Commando forks to see what was what.
So, what was what?
It was pretty good inside. I was worried everything would be rusty but at least they hadn't been drained of oil before it was left in the shed for 30 years. Things weren't frozen up and as they've never been apart all the threads are good. Sadly I can't say that for the outside:
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Norton/ForkTube_512.jpg)(http://stevebacon.org/images/Norton/ForkSlider_512.jpg)
If I have any money left after it's running I might get this sweet cartridge setup a guy in England makes. Compression and rebound damping on Norton RoadHolder forks - whoda thunk?
Rode with Lars and Cagey...and started thinking...
Quick! Somebody tell me NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No.
No.
Got one day closer to doing that which I know I shouldn't do, but am seriously contemplating anyway. [evil]
And I took a ride this afternoon...nice out there!
Got an email today saying that my TuneECU cable has shipped. Can't wait to start playing with the KTM's map.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 21, 2011, 01:58:36 PM
Got one day closer to doing that which I know I shouldn't do, but am seriously contemplating anyway. [evil]
Planning to get your wedding vege lopped off?
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 21, 2011, 02:07:03 PM
Planning to get your wedding vege lopped off?
Anybody speak panda? I don't even know what that means?!?
You sir, are obviously not a Top Gear fan. Your wedding vege(tables) - man bits, twig and berries, etc
[leo] LOL... managed to get a summons for "passing on the right" in Arlington. On the scooter. During rush hour.
It's one of those "you can pay to avoid going to court" deals. Anyone know what this might set me back for? Ballpark?
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 21, 2011, 06:34:22 PM
You sir, are obviously not a Top Gear fan. Your wedding vege(tables) - man bits, twig and berries, etc
I've seen a few episodes, but haven't ever heard that one.
Quote from: Autohag on March 22, 2011, 04:02:27 PM
[leo] LOL... managed to get a summons for "passing on the right" in Arlington. On the scooter. During rush hour.
It's one of those "you can pay to avoid going to court" deals. Anyone know what this might set me back for? Ballpark?
Brian!! You're alive. Haven't seen you around these parts recently. Haven't the slightest about the ticket...photo redlights in DC are $175 though. I'll let you know how "mail-in ajudication" works out. Really officer, it wasn't me speeding through that light. It was that other car that you can see in the picture.
Sold the beater jeep for $50 over the asking price!!!!!!!!!! I love a bidding war!
Hey Brian, I've got a 620 for sale. [evil] ;D
Lol. Sorry, but I can't help but laugh at that one. That's ridiculous. I think your problem was that you were in Arlington. They won't bother with shit like that in DC.
Quote from: Autohag on March 22, 2011, 04:02:27 PM
[leo] LOL... managed to get a summons for "passing on the right" in Arlington. On the scooter. During rush hour.
It's one of those "you can pay to avoid going to court" deals. Anyone know what this might set me back for? Ballpark?
Quote from: Autohag on March 22, 2011, 04:02:27 PM
[leo] LOL... managed to get a summons for "passing on the right" in Arlington. On the scooter. During rush hour.
Damn scooter trash...
You've got to tell the story of this one.
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 22, 2011, 05:20:41 PM
Damn scooter trash...
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Yeah Brian, it's scooters riders like you that give motorcyclists like me a bad name.
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 22, 2011, 05:20:41 PM
Damn scooter trash...
You've got to tell the story of this one.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 22, 2011, 05:04:37 PM
Hey Brian, I've got a 620 for sale. [evil] ;D
A 620 is too much bike for me. Even my scooter gets me into trouble. Ima just buy a Harley and be done with it.
That's nuts. I ride through Arlington twice a day every day. I doubt a day has gone by yet that I didn't pass on the right (many times). I'm not even sure that's illegal - especially in heavy traffic when by chance the right lane flows better than the left (unless you weren't in a lane when you passed - VA doesn't like any kind of lane sharing). I've no idea what the ticket would run, but you've also gotta factor in future insurance rates and any points on your license. I've paid a couple tickets 'cause I didn't want to go to court and later wished I'd gone to court. The one time I went to court I got off completely (and that was way before I was even thinking about going to law school).
In VA be aware that, at least when I got my last ticket many years ago, your first court date is for a traffic court, which in my limited experience was just a place for the judge to rubber-stamp whatever the cops said. The judge literally stamped the paper and wouldn't let me present a defense. If you go to court be prepared to appeal to a real court. I appealed to what I think was probably the VA Circuit Court and got a fair hearing.
bikepilot, thanks for your insight! I've learned it's 3 points for 3 years. I've no @#$%ing clue what that means as this is my first offense in this area. How do the "points" work? Do you start with zero and work your way up? Or do you start with 100 and work your way down? When I die do I keep my points?
Sas, you're right. I was in disbelief that this [leo] took the time...
I just built the worlds sturdiest camera mount. Details tomorrow.
I'm not at all expert on points, but as I recall you start with zero. If you are a good boy for long enough you can accumulate a few negative points. If you are bad you get points, if you get too many points your license is revoked (I think 12 points is the cut-off, but could be wrong). Points go away over time, maybe 1 per year or so. You can also knock some off with traffic school sometimes. Insurance costs will generally go up the more points you have.
Well it's tomorrow.
I picked up a ContourGPS cam (http://contour.com/camera/contour_gps (http://contour.com/camera/contour_gps)) this week to shoot video of group rides, track events, and general shenanigans. It's an awesome camera with a bunch of features I like more than the GoPro I've used before, but they slack pretty heavily on giving you suitable mounting options right off the bat. GoPro isn't honestly much better, and it is tough to find a good spot on a naked bike to mount that awkward brick of a camera.
So Contour makes a rollbar mount that would probably work pretty well for fork mounting, but it's rather spindly and they want $50 for what is essentially a hose clamp and an articulating arm.
(http://contour.com/images/product/roll_bar_action.png?1300847096)
Turns out I know where else to buy hose clamps for a lot cheaper, and I can machine something a bit sturdier than that arm without too much trouble. I'm going to make a thread about this as well, but you CAMmers get a sneak peak.
I took a piece of 3/4" aluminum round stock and 1 1/2" x 1/8" flat stock aluminum I had in the basement to build an uber rock solid mount.
Here's the recipe:
1 Fernco 2" rubber pipe joint (comes with two hose clamps)
~5" of 1 1/2" x 1/8" aluminum flat stock
~2" of 3/4" aluminum round stock
2 split ring lock washers
2 flathead machine screws
Using a vice and a long handled adjustable wrench I slowly bent the aluminum flat stock. Then I drilled and tapped the round stock on both ends to match the machine screws. Drilled and countersunk the holes in the flat stock ends, then assembled the whole shebang with lock washers and red threadlock at the joints. Used the Fernco fitting and hose clamps to strap it to the bike, and voila, ready to stick on the Contour rotating mount.
(http://contour.com/images/product/rotating_product.png?1300847096)
Final cost was about $6, it would be probably $20 if you don't have aluminum stock handy (shame on you). You would be left with enough material to make about 8 more of these if you were so inclined.
And the final result -
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/ContourMount.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/ContourMount2.jpg)
Nice work, Artful! I gave up mounting cams on my duc due to vibration in the handlebars. My next try was going to be the fork similar to what you've done.
If was was so inclined - what would an Artful special run?
Quote from: Autohag on March 23, 2011, 07:14:48 AM
Nice work, Artful! I gave up mounting cams on my duc due to vibration in the handlebars. My next try was going to be the fork similar to what you've done.
The Fernco should isolate vibrations pretty well, and since it's a direct connection on a suspended part it's about as stable as you're going to get. Also the wide angle of the Contour or GoPro lenses go a long way in smoothing out bumps and shakes.
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 23, 2011, 07:23:37 AM
If was was so inclined - what would an Artful special run?
I could probably build another one for $40 accounting for my time and materials. I filed and polished mine, I could do a rougher one for $30ish.
quick range trip over lunch.
New office is only 5 min away so hopefully I'll find time to do 50 rnds every few weeks instead of a few hundred every other month.
Quote from: Statler on March 25, 2011, 10:42:57 AM
quick range trip over lunch.
New office is only 5 min away so hopefully I'll find time to do 50 rnds every few weeks instead of a few hundred every other month.
WHERE?...OnTarget? or where is the new office or shooting range?
select fire.
guy's a douche and no more head shots there because idiots were shooting ceiling and breaking all the target hangers... but it's nearby. I bring my own ammo and targets so range time is cheap.
Lol I used to live in the Burnout and would go to Select Fire on weeknights. They ever replace any of the damn bulbs in that place or do you still need a tactical light to see the target?
Always empty when I go so he give me a lane with lights. Hahah.
Today there was a "chatty" guy next to me who I had to tell to leave me alone. He couldn't hit a silhouette from 7 yards.
I forgot about that place due to the shitty experience I had there...I musta purged them from my memory...
On Target though isn't bad, but it is on the other side of the Bawlmore beltway offa 175 and the BW Pkwy...
Good friend of mine's father owns On Target. Nice range, their stuff works and they have a pretty good shop as well.
Quote from: Artful on March 25, 2011, 12:37:35 PM
Good friend of mine's father owns On Target. Nice range, their stuff works and they have a pretty good shop as well.
I've always been pleased with the place...lanes and rentals have always been clean and in good shape...
My only gripe with the place is that they sold me a Taurus 24/7 .45ACP with a straight face. No one better rob my house if they don't want to get shot once then beaten to death with a jammed pistol.
There's a pretty nice indoor range just down the street from my new office location. It would be a great way to kill an hour or so during lunch, or after the day, but they don't offer any on sight storage, and I can't exactly have personally owned weapons with me where I work... [thumbsdown]
(http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd110/grumpylawyer/gun.jpg?t=1301086837)
today. 15 yards. 7 rds (one magazine)
I suppose that group would look better on a silhouette all clustered in 4 inches or so. At 7 yards I had a few groups all touching. at 25... well... I'm getting old ya know.
Not too shabby.
Kimber?
Quote from: Artful on March 25, 2011, 02:00:20 PM
My only gripe with the place is that they sold me a Taurus 24/7 .45ACP with a straight face. No one better rob my house if they don't want to get shot once then beaten to death with a jammed pistol.
you would do better with a mosin-nagant! [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 25, 2011, 02:06:08 PM
Not too shabby.
Kimber?
wilson.
(Jud used to like to comment on the overpriced gun whenever I called him out on bullshit and he got whiny)
Quote from: Statler on March 25, 2011, 02:08:42 PM
wilson.
VERY nice. And now that you mention it, I remember you saying something about it in Chinatown that time. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Statler on March 25, 2011, 02:08:42 PM
(Jud used to like to comment on the overpriced gun whenever I called him out on bullshit and he got whiny)
He was only like that because he had a crush on you, and that's the only way he knew to show it.
Oh yea, got the cable I needed to re-flash the ecu on the SD.
Jim, did I mention that this software works on Triumphs? [evil]
;D Nope, you didn't! I gotta sell this 620 and then I'm all over one! And then my friend Tocino and I can have another suspension party! [laugh] [laugh]
I'm excited to hear how this thing works for you. When you gonna do it? Tonight while you've got a lil' sumpin' sumpin' helping out?
Nah, not going to mess with it tonight. Maybe some time over the weekend though.
Sold the Buell!
Quote from: tocino on March 26, 2011, 06:27:38 AM
Sold the Buell!
Congrats!!
Drinks are you tonight then?
Ordered the goods for Jim and Steve's Excellent Suspension Adventure. ;D
About to go make the beast with two backs up the SD.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 26, 2011, 10:06:43 AM
About to go make the beast with two backs up the SD.
I've been looking for a new paperweight. ;)
Put the Monster on CL one more time http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2287257134.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2287257134.html) and noticed someone decided to put their crap up for sale as well http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2287000721.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2287000721.html)
;D [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 26, 2011, 02:20:28 PM
Put the Monster on CL one more time http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2287257134.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2287257134.html) and noticed someone decided to put their crap up for sale as well http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2287000721.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2287000721.html)
;D [laugh]
Somebody already bought that turd!!!!!!
Went for a three hour ride and ended it right with smoked brisket around a fire. My fingers are starting to get feeling in them. Camera seems to work great, but I dunno if my computer is going to be beefy enough to display HD video...
Quote from: Statler on March 25, 2011, 02:02:24 PM
(http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd110/grumpylawyer/gun.jpg?t=1301086837)
today. 15 yards. 7 rds (one magazine)
nice piece...of all the variants of the .45acp...I am still partial to my 2 Colt 1991 A1's, though I did have a warm IZ_ for a Para Ordinance P1445 just because it weighed an extra 5 pounds with a full double stacked high cap mag...LOL...but that was once a long time ago...if I were buying one today though, I'd probably go back and forth between a Wilson, a Les Baer Custom, and a Colt Gold Cup.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 26, 2011, 02:20:28 PMnoticed someone decided to put their crap up for sale as well http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2287000721.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/mcy/2287000721.html)
What was it?
My 620! ;D ;D ;D ;D
And I found a sweet ass deal on a daytona 675! Can't wait for the shop to open on Tuesday...unless of course the guy with the other one calls me back and I buy it tomorrow. Now what was that song?....jizz in my pants. [laugh]
Quote from: Ducatician on March 26, 2011, 04:41:45 PM
And I found a sweet ass deal on a daytona 675! [laugh]
Details please.
07 Black 2600 Miles $4995 Looks like it's bone stock and I'd have some farkle $$$ left over.
There's also an 09 Black 1500 miles $7200.
Decisions, decisions. Any advice from the peanut gallery?
The newer one is going to have slightly revised bodywork and better suspension. It will also have a little bit (something like three) more hp as well due to slight better internals in the motor.
Almost forgot, the newer one will also have slightly better brakes as well: monoblock front calipers.
And for the record, my '08 sold for $7500 with about 7000 miles on it. I'd go for the '09 if it was me doing the buying.
It's is damn tempting! I feel like a kid in a candy store!
How's the SD?
Quote from: Ducatician on March 26, 2011, 05:51:17 PM
How's the SD?
Don't know yet. It seemed to take the map just fine, but the truth will be told when I actually get the thing out and ride it.
On another note, found out today that my neighbor's bike was just stolen, from the next garage over! I then found out that my two stands (that I thought he had borrowed) were also stolen. I spent the rest of today trying to get both of mine secured seeing how the make the beast with two backsers know where they are. Kind of baffled that they didn't actually take my two at the same time as well.
That sucks ASS!! They probably heard the KTM and were afraid to ride it off in case it explodes!
Is your garage secured? Mine is, but not very well...it's got a door with an automatic opener. How you have them secured? I should do mine since I would cry like a little pregnant dog if it was gone! Maybe I should think about full coverage insurance. ???
I've got full coverage on both of them. The SC's policy is even updated with the mods that have been put on it. But even with all that, there is still no way I'd be able to replace it with what the insurance would give me if it was stolen. So now it's sitting right outside my front door, on the forth floor. Someone would have to take the elevator up, get past the lock and then move it back to the elevator without my dog hearing it and going apeshit, which would then bring me and at least a .45 iffin' I'm at home. The SD is still down in the garage, but with three braided steel cables (one on each wheel and one through the frame) locking it down to the cement support.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 26, 2011, 06:08:52 PM
But even with all that, there is still no way I'd be able to replace it with what the insurance would give me if it was stolen.
And that's why I don't have it full coverage on anything!
I should devise some 11ty billion volt shocking mechanism to secure a bike....of course, I'd forget it was on and sizzle myself.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 26, 2011, 05:58:19 PM
On another note, found out today that my neighbor's bike was just stolen, from the next garage over! I then found out that my two stands (that I thought he had borrowed) were also stolen. I spent the rest of today trying to get both of mine secured seeing how the make the beast with two backsers know where they are. Kind of baffled that they didn't actually take my two at the same time as well.
What make/model of bike did the neighbor have? And... how the hell did the thieves get in and out of your compound? IIRC there's a gate. I'd guess someone on the inside was involved.
It was the previous generation R1. Kind of a black/cherry color, which I imagine would not be all that rare...
And yes, there is a gate there, but you can always find people slipping in after a resident opened the gate for themselves. I am going to go chat with the property management on Monday. I'm kind of disappointed they didn't bother to contact any of the other moto owners in the complex to let us know that thieves were in the area.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 26, 2011, 06:15:06 PM
I should devise some 11ty billion volt shocking mechanism to secure a bike....of course, I'd forget it was on and sizzle myself.
Mhhhh lots of [bacon] !!
[laugh] [cheeky]
Yea, figured it was a Japanese bike. Thieves suck. We need a [paranoid] emoticon, now.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 26, 2011, 04:41:45 PM
My 620! ;D ;D ;D ;D
And I found a sweet ass deal on a daytona 675! Can't wait for the shop to open on Tuesday...unless of course the guy with the other one calls me back and I buy it tomorrow. Now what was that song?....jizz in my pants. [laugh]
I went to Clinton Cycles open house yesterday to check out an RSV and naturally it was sold. So instead of running for my life, I ogled the 675's as they were asking $8399 for 09's and 10's. Back in January they were asking $7499.
That 07 seems like a good deal compared to other 07's I've seen listed. I rode a friend's once; they're cool. If I were to get a full fairing sport bike, I think it would probably be that.
Quote from: Ducatician on March 26, 2011, 05:26:17 PM
07 Black 2600 Miles $4995 Looks like it's bone stock and I'd have some farkle $$$ left over.
There's also an 09 Black 1500 miles $7200.
Decisions, decisions. Any advice from the peanut gallery?
Worked, counted daytona dollars and [drool] [drool] [drool]. Why are so many shops closed on Monday?!?!?
Bought a ticket for London. Gonna go to the Silverstone MotoGP round. [moto]
Bought an RF-1100. Nicest helmet I've ever owned by far. It's like wearing a sexy couch. Not a great visual, but you get the idea.
Quote from: Artful on March 28, 2011, 08:48:37 PM
Bought an RF-1100. Nicest helmet I've ever owned by far. It's like wearing a sexy couch. Not a great visual, but you get the idea.
You gonna wrap it?
Nah, I rarely if ever put graphics on any of my helmets. If anything I'll do something REALLY subtle.
It's like the mechanics car that never runs, the graphics guy stuff rarely has decals on it. It even bothers me that I can't peel off the Shoei logos since they're cleared over.
Put a deposit on this: http://lancaster.craigslist.org/mcy/2292609256.html (http://lancaster.craigslist.org/mcy/2292609256.html) [moto] :o
Going to pick it up on Saturday morning. [evil] ;D [clap] [bacon]
$6500 is SOOOOO much better than Pete's Screw You Center!
Sweet! Can't wait to wre, I mean ride it. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 29, 2011, 01:34:15 PM
Sweet! Can't wait to wre, I mean hope he let's me ride it. ;D
I won't be out on Sunday because of the TC course, but will plan to ride it the following week....and, of course, there will be pics before then.
Quote from: tocino on March 28, 2011, 08:40:53 PM
Bought a ticket for London. Gonna go to the Silverstone MotoGP round. [moto]
you basterd!
How I envy you! [evil] [thumbsup]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 30, 2011, 08:11:45 PM
you basterd!
How I envy you! [evil] [thumbsup]
Have you been to Silverstone? Anyone? Pointers? We're thinking about camping nearby - seems to be the only option.
Plopped my fat ass onto a Diavel! They've got two at Speed's and a demo bike is being put together in the back. When it's ready, they'll be some test ride possibilities.
This is the first time I've seen one in person. It's an interesting beast. I like some things and hate others. Probably not one in my future, but I may change my mind after a ride.
My vision is IZ_ from building the mother of all spreadsheets. My brain just went to mush.
Quote from: tocino on March 30, 2011, 08:30:54 PM
We're thinking about camping nearby - seems to be the only option.
Just park yourselves into the comfiest arm-chair you can find at the pub and then drink yourself to sleep.
Made my bike sound like a can full of marbles:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/DSCN0122.jpg)
Oh, and fixed the rear brake switch too. No such luck with the switch cleaner; hence the trip to Speed's earlier today.
Time for a new pressure plate.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 31, 2011, 05:39:45 PM
Time for a new pressure plate.
I know, but I don't know what I want yet. You'd think I could have made up my mind since I've been waiting on the cover for 4 months.
Actually... There's nothing wrong with yours, just get it powder coated...
You can even go cheeper - press the bearing out, clean it up and rattle can it. perhaps a nice gun metal grey.
Took a little trip to PA:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/IMG00037-20110402-1041.jpg)
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/58908885_photobucket_44694_.jpg)
[thumbsup]
I used to have an extra set of spools, and a carbon tank pad for that bike... Wonder if they're in my storage room...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 02, 2011, 04:17:12 PM
[thumbsup]
I used to have an extra set of spools, and a carbon tank pad for that bike... Wonder if they're in my storage room...
I love DRKWNG's Emporium. They have everything I want and the prices are very reasonable! ;D
Who did you steal the trailer from?
The [bacon]-ator let me use his. You missed seeing green panties today...she was looking kinda rough! A long night boozin' followed by a trip to PA. I think she'll be OK when the alcohol stops drippin' from her pores. ;D
Wait - I missed green panties!? All I saw was a sweatshirt and sunglasses.
Nice bike!
I went and put together an AMC gearbox. And then found out one of the Norton rods needs to be "resized". :( Luckily I've got a Ducati to ride in the meantime. [thumbsup]
Quote from: tocino on April 02, 2011, 07:31:43 PM
And then found out one of the Norton rods needs to be "resized"
That's what she said. [laugh] [laugh]
[moto] [moto] [moto] [moto]
Spent some time in Rock Creek Park with the new scoot. Damn that bike is fun!!! ;D
Took my Nonna for a drive: Whites Ferry, Monocacy River and Sugarloaf Mountain. Good times! ;D
Did a touch of suspension tuning on Jim's new Daytona. Then took it for a quick scoot down Harwood. [thumbsup]
Got the some bits off the M900, now I need to get the tires off the wheels... suggestions?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 10, 2011, 03:52:57 PM
Got the some bits off the M900, now I need to get the tires off the wheels... suggestions?
You were supposed to put curlers on chest hair and go riding.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 10, 2011, 03:52:57 PM
Got the some bits off the M900, now I need to get the tires off the wheels... suggestions?
depends...you tryin to put em on the new Mag wheels for zee projecto bike?
Quote from: zooom on April 11, 2011, 05:18:59 AM
depends...you tryin to put em on the new Mag wheels for zee projecto bike?
No, the rear Mag is a 6" so the 170 wouldn't fit. I'll either sell them for cheap or keep them for the 750.
I managed to break the beads on both tires, but my ghetto tire-irons aren't enough to get the rubber off.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 11, 2011, 05:50:36 AM
my ghetto tire-irons aren't enough to get the rubber off.
More soapy water and slide the side opposite the tire iron into the groove of the rim.
(I saw a youtube video. ;D)
^ that, especially the bit about sliding the bead down into the V of the rim. I've changed tires on my TLS a few times with short little motion pro tire levers (8" IIRC).
Thanks for the suggestions, I used some WD-40 (saw it in a few videos and worked ok).
I'll have to get some good tire irons instead of the limp bizkits I have. [roll] Anyone know where I can get them locally? I have Wed off and I'd like to get this stuff done quickly and without spending $50+ for 2nd day shipping [laugh]
Painted, cut moldings, smoothed walls and got plumbing ready for a bathroom refit yesterday. Heheh, today is fun times with the nail gun.
Took the monster out for a short spin before I have to listen to some kid tell the honor council how cheating isn't cheating. [bang] [bang]
Got the forks, the exhaust and rear shock off the bike. Don't ask me what I'm using as a rear stand [laugh]
Phonebooks?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 13, 2011, 06:54:49 PM
Don't ask me what I'm using as a rear stand [laugh]
Knowing you it's the Mrs. ;D
Replaced the brake line on my CRF. A guy is coming to buy it. I told him I'd show him how to adjust valves so I'll do that with him tonight as well. This weekend I think I'll go to the trials competition in Frederick and see if anyone has a trials bike for sale. [evil] I also saw a 900ss/sp on advrider in Main that looked pretty cool and a one-way plane tickit is $95. Waiting on high-res pictures.
Got an eye exam and they dilated my pupils using those drops. Man the f&^$ed up my vision. Gave me an excuse for not getting anything done at work this morning. Good thing I didn't ride the 900ss to the appointment, which was my original plan.
Got selected as a juror for trial. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: Ducatician on April 14, 2011, 01:20:16 PM
Got selected as a juror for trial. [thumbsdown]
Congratulations!
Aww, damn. I got called once for local duty, but ended up not having to serve. This past year, they summoned me for Grand Jury duty. Holy crap. I was sweating bullets when I had to go in and explain why I couldn't serve to the judge and others. Serving on grand jury is like a full time job.
Quote from: Ducatician on April 14, 2011, 01:20:16 PM
Got selected as a juror for trial. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: Ducatician on April 14, 2011, 01:20:16 PM
Got selected as a juror for trial. [thumbsdown]
just tell them that you think anyone who is in court to begin with is naturally guilty by default, otherwise they wouldn't be there....they'll let you go real quick.
Agreed - just say "well, if they weren't doing something illegal they wouldn't have gotten arrested!" and then take a swig of cough syrup!
Seriously, as a DC resident you're gonna get called every 2 years (or whatever the minimum is). Of course if you do get on the jury someone will be glad an educated is there that actually will listen, so civic duty and all that!
Rode the Monster to Battley's then rode home in the storm> Monsters no likey rain
Went to pic up an old friend. Last time I'd seen him he wasn't doing so good and had fallen to pieces.
More than age, I think he'd neglected himself and had to have some surgery to get him back into shape.
Brought him home for some dinner. He's looking so much better.
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Norton/NewMotor1_Small.jpg)
Those valve inspection covers are shiny. :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 19, 2011, 03:12:38 AM
Those valve inspection covers are shiny. :D
Yep - and the cases are too, but not too shiny. Here's what the ones that came on the bike looked like (you can also see how bad the head was):
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Norton/HeadCorrodedTiny.jpg)
The guy who rebuilt it said the valve covers I gave him were useless, the corrosion had gotten into the aluminum too deeply and while it could be polished to look good, a month or three later it would white out.
I actually don't like super shiny but these will dim out a tad in a month or three.
So will the Norton sit as long as the Guzzi? Do you need any help staying motivated? ;D
I have a feeling that the Norton will see a bit more use. If not, I'll go steal it. ;D
:o
Went and looked at another town house this evening. This one's got its own garage. [thumbsup]
Quote from: tocino on April 19, 2011, 03:47:23 PM
:o
Just joshing. ;D
went to The Still and got Peter booked for a gig Friday 13th from 6 to 8:30 on their patio. We need a crowd.
It was a good day.
Quote from: Statler on April 19, 2011, 07:09:55 PM
It was a good day.
No more grumblings carried over from Friday?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 19, 2011, 07:11:45 PM
No more grumblings carried over from Friday?
having something work for a friend makes up for lots of child abuse/work shit.
Quote from: Statler on April 19, 2011, 07:21:33 PM
having something work for a friend makes up for lots of child abuse/work shit.
I hear you man. [thumbsup]
Started some emailing with the guys at Ima Srl ... [drool]
Got a box full of farkles for the daytona! ;D
Cried because I don't have time to slap'em on! [bang] [bang] [bang]
[laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 19, 2011, 09:03:45 PM
Started some emailing with the guys at Ima Srl ... [drool]
They're the investment bankers in Nigeria, right?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 19, 2011, 09:03:45 PM
Started some emailing with the guys at Ima Srl ... [drool]
Is this some kind of job exploration/conversation? here [thumbsup] or back in the motherland [thumbsdown]?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2011, 03:12:36 AM
They're the investment bankers in Nigeria, right?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2011, 03:12:36 AM
They're the investment bankers in Nigeria, right?
Philistines! [cheeky]
(http://www.imasrl.com/images/stories/modello4/modello4_21.jpg)
This might be stretching things tho, the setup I need is quite a bit more expensive than their "normal" model. We'll see. :-\
Quote from: Statler on April 19, 2011, 07:09:55 PM
went to The Still and got Peter booked for a gig Friday 13th from 6 to 8:30 on their patio. We need a crowd.
It was a good day.
expanding out into entertainment management for an extra 15%?!?!?!
Quote from: zooom on April 20, 2011, 08:43:57 AM
expanding out into entertainment management for an extra 15%?!?!?!
hahha. not quite. He can buy me a beer though.
went to Ray's for a nice loooonnnngggggg lunch. Now I want to crawl under my desk and sleep.
Had an hour to kill so I test rode a BMW F800R.
Nice smooth power delivery and excellent build quality as expected: glacial turn in, too upright, and too tight in the cockpit also as expected. I was definitely happy getting back on the Duc afterwards.
Now... If I test ride a Street Triple...
Quote from: Artful on April 25, 2011, 12:17:46 PM
glacial turn in,
GLACIAL???...please define/explain...
Quote from: Artful on April 25, 2011, 12:17:46 PM
and too tight in the cockpit
tight in the cockpit?...tighter than a newest generation Monster?
Quote from: Artful on April 25, 2011, 12:17:46 PM
Now... If I test ride a Street Triple...
Street Triple R....it might make ya wanna trade the Monster in...
The forks are raked out a touch further than the Monster, the whole package is heavier, and the steering damper in my opinion is set a bit stiff. Basically on the 695 I just wink in the direction I want to go and it goes. On the F800R it was a much more conscious effort to initiate a turn. Maybe I'm just spoiled kicking around such a tiny bike.
Haven't ridden a new Monster but the whole fit was considerably tighter than my '07. It could have been fixed a bit with clip-ons, but the tops of the triples just seemed extremely close.
Overall I 'liked' the bike, but nothing about it excited me. Except the seat, that was super comfortable. The hard edges let me know right where I was on it when I hung off an ass cheek through some of the tighter stuff. Railing on a demo bike is exciting and scary as shit at the same time.
If you wanna try out some Triumphs, this weekend is a good time to do it:
http://www.clintoncycles.com/event_calendar.asp (http://www.clintoncycles.com/event_calendar.asp)
Triumph demo day at Clinton Cycles. I'm really considering going down to test out a Street Triple myself. I almost bought one instead of the Monster because they seem like really cool bikes.
Quote from: Artful on April 25, 2011, 12:17:46 PM
Had an hour to kill so I test rode a BMW F800R.
Nice smooth power delivery and excellent build quality as expected: glacial turn in, too upright, and too tight in the cockpit also as expected. I was definitely happy getting back on the Duc afterwards.
Now... If I test ride a Street Triple...
Shit. See you there.
Hmmm.... Tiger 800 [evil]
Called to get quotes on respringing/valving my fork and replacing my rear spring so that I can finally have a properly set up bike. My 150lbs Italian child impression is terrible.
Quote from: Artful on April 26, 2011, 07:25:16 AM
Called to get quotes on respringing/valving my fork and replacing my rear spring so that I can finally have a properly set up bike. My 150lbs Italian child impression is terrible.
call Rick in NC...his # is listed on his website -> www.motocd.com (//http://) and don't let the fact that his website ain't all that great deter you...he is Ohlins and Penske certified and is MUUUUUCH better with suspension than web design!
Quote from: Artful on April 26, 2011, 07:25:16 AM
Called to get quotes on respringing/valving my fork and replacing my rear spring so that I can finally have a properly set up bike. My 150lbs Italian child impression is terrible.
Who are you going to contact? See if you can get a deal on a rear shock for a hooped 2001 M750 as well. ;)
I'm calling MRP in Pasadena. They're a Racetech center and they have a very good reputation in the area for suspension setup. I also called Ellicott City Motorsports who quoted me $350 for fork rebuild and rear spring installed which I thought was mighty reasonable. Waiting to hear back from MRP with their quote.
Rear spring install should be fairly simple: lift the bike, take the shock out, back out preload, remove the collar and off comes the spring. I just end up getting side-tracked everytime I think of doing it. :-\
Is it worth re-valving the forks on your bike? I thought it would be better to just buy a pair of SBK ones and change the springs...
Quote from: zooom on April 26, 2011, 07:34:56 AM
call Rick in NC...his # is listed on his website -> www.motocd.com (//http://) (//http://) (//http://) and don't let the fact that his website ain't all that great deter you...he is Ohlins and Penske certified and is MUUUUUCH better with suspension than web design!
And I
cannot recommend you send stuff to Ohlins USA. I sent my shock to them two months + ago and they still have it. I've heard 'it'll be ready in a couple days' several times now and and my bike is still sans shock - and I only sent it in for normal service, nothing crazy at all.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 26, 2011, 08:44:02 AM
Rear spring install should be fairly simple: lift the bike, take the shock out, back out preload, remove the collar and off comes the spring. I just end up getting side-tracked everytime I think of doing it. :-\
Is it worth re-valving the forks on your bike? I thought it would be better to just buy a pair of SBK ones and change the springs...
I haven't looked too deeply into SBK forks because I'm trying to do this on a budget, but I would imagine there is a bit more work than:
1. Remove stock fork
2. Bolt in SBK fork with fat guy springs
3. Attach all brake hardware
4. Profit
I've always revalved any car setups that I've done if I changed the spring rate otherwise you can get some mighty harsh results. My bike suspension knowledge is fairly limited. I just ride 'em.
It's pretty much that with shimming the bottom and enlarging the top (50mm to 53mm). You'll also need a handlebar riser or switch to clipons.
If I'm going to work on the forks then I'd rather get SBK ones since they allow for adjustment. I saw a pair with TiN coating for about $180 on fleabay recently, so they're not even that expensive compared to revalving and respringing stock ones.
Right now I'll just leave them as they are, it's not worth the use the 750 sees. I just want to put a stiffer spring on the rear so it will stop bottoming out under my fat arse. [laugh]
Quote from: Artful on April 26, 2011, 08:57:33 AM
I haven't looked too deeply into SBK forks because I'm trying to do this on a budget, but I would imagine there is a bit more work than:
1. Remove stock fork
2. Bolt in SBK fork with fat guy springs
3. Attach all brake hardware
4. Profit
I've always revalved any car setups that I've done if I changed the spring rate otherwise you can get some mighty harsh results. My bike suspension knowledge is fairly limited. I just ride 'em.
Machining the triple is no light task, and I'd be seriously doubtful that my calipers would simply bolt right up as they are the axial variety. I love the 'idea' of the SBK swap, but for what the bike is used for and the budget I'm working in, springs and valves should do the trick.
I'm tired of looking like a shriner because the bike sags so much.
Got the 900 ready to pop my shock back in when it arrives tomorrow. I'll finally be back on the road (crossed fingers)
Dodged tornadoes all day long while bopping from one airport to another...
Sort of got stopped by park police. He rolled up beside me at a stop light.
PP:"Do you think you have special rules?"
Me: "No, officer, there are motorcycle specific rules, but I was neither violating those nor any other traffic laws to the best of my knowledge"
PP:"Well, don't be driving like the rules don't apply to you."
Me:"Yes, officer."
Light turns green and I pull off somewhat dazed and confused. I wasn't even speeding for a change... [laugh]
Rock Creek?
Quote from: Ducatician on April 27, 2011, 08:08:16 PM
Sort of got stopped by park police. He rolled up beside me at a stop light.
PP:"Do you think you have special rules?"
Me: "No, officer, there are motorcycle specific rules, but I was neither violating those nor any other traffic laws to the best of my knowledge"
PP:"Well, don't be driving like the rules don't apply to you."
Me:"Yes, officer."
Light turns green and I pull off somewhat dazed and confused. I wasn't even speeding for a change... [laugh]
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 27, 2011, 08:22:50 PM
Rock Creek?
New Jersey and K NW...4 blocks from my house!
Well Jim, from the first time I saw you, I though 'What a villain.' Apparently I'm not the only one.
Quote from: Sad Panda on April 28, 2011, 04:14:14 AM
Well Jim, from the first time I saw you, I though 'What a villain.' Apparently I'm not the only one.
Yeah, riggghhhhhht. It must have been my thugged out 620 that set off your sensors. [laugh] [laugh]
I know where that is. I thought Park Police can only pull you over in park territory. Screw that guy.
Quote from: Ducatician on April 28, 2011, 02:55:53 AM
New Jersey and K NW...4 blocks from my house!
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 28, 2011, 06:58:08 AM
I know where that is. I thought Park Police can only pull you over in park territory. Screw that guy.
that is a grey area...they are and aren't in jurisdiction...if it was US Park Police, they have federal authority which does extend outside of a park...aside from that...any officer, regardless of jurisdiction can pull you over IF you are doing something flagrant and can either detain you while calling for the authority from that locale for back-up or the authorization to write the infraction up themselves ( which is a touchy thing with all the differing municipalities in this area for to assume anything)....best advice, if they have red and blue light bars...give them the respect no matter what...
Quote from: zooom on April 28, 2011, 08:41:15 AM
that is a grey area...they are and aren't in jurisdiction...if it was US Park Police, they have federal authority which does extend outside of a park...aside from that...any officer, regardless of jurisdiction can pull you over IF you are doing something flagrant and can either detain you while calling for the authority from that locale for back-up or the authorization to write the infraction up themselves ( which is a touchy thing with all the differing municipalities in this area for to assume anything)....best advice, if they have red and blue light bars...give them the respect no matter what...
Oh I give them respect alright. One finger salute! [laugh]
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 28, 2011, 08:46:38 AM
Oh I give them respect alright. One finger salute! [laugh]
Oooooooo-kaaay then...remind me to not ride directly with you...
sorry, if you are kidding or not...I know and ride with too many boys of the blue to be an asshole like what most youngin's full of piss and vinegar generally do...
Yes. Kidding.
Quote from: zooom on April 28, 2011, 08:48:49 AM
Oooooooo-kaaay then...remind me to not ride directly with you...
sorry, if you are kidding or not...I know and ride with too many boys of the blue to be an asshole like what most youngin's full of piss and vinegar generally do...
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 28, 2011, 08:46:38 AM
Oh I give them respect alright. One finger salute! [laugh]
I know you said you are/were kidding, but let's keep that sort of comment away from the board.
My bad. Wasn't trying to offend anyone.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 28, 2011, 09:04:34 AM
I know you said you are/were kidding, but let's keep that sort of comment away from the board.
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 28, 2011, 09:24:49 AM
My bad. Wasn't trying to offend anyone.
I have no doublt about it, but people who don't know you as well might not. Besides, it's easier to keep the board clean than to have go back and clean up. [thumbsup]
and I don't want to sound like a stick in the mud, because I really am not...
Quote from: Ducatician on April 27, 2011, 08:08:16 PM
Light turns green and I pull off somewhat dazed and confused. I wasn't even speeding for a change... [laugh]
You sure you weren't doing them slow-assed figure 8's your luuuuv so much? [evil]
(He probably thought you were someone else. I mean, there's lots of guys in power ranger suits riding bikes nowadays)
Quote from: zooom on April 28, 2011, 09:30:52 AM
and I don't want to sound like a stick in the mud, because I really am not...
yeah, we know you're really a peanut butter graham sandwich pack horse!
Quote from: Ducatician on April 28, 2011, 01:49:58 PM
yeah, we know you're really a peanut butter graham sandwich pack horse!
Actually, he is known for packing some mighty fine PBJ sammichettes in his top case.
;D
Quote from: Ducatician on April 28, 2011, 01:49:58 PM
yeah, we know you're really a peanut butter graham sandwich pack horse!
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 28, 2011, 03:23:54 PM
Actually, he is known for packing some mighty fine PBJ sammichettes in his top case.
;D
insert the Peanut Butta Jelly Time with dancing banana video song!!!...LOL
peanut butter jelly time brian-family guy.wmv (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJriy1q44eM#normal)
on a productive note - much shock is back, got it installed, most of my now over complex exhaust as well, but ran out of time so it's not 100%... but oh so soon.
Changed out my headlight bulbs, relocated my license plate and then spent 1 hour trying to get my bike to start [bang]. Not sure what the issue is. Bike fired right up when i started her the first time. Temp got to 160 degrees while i was working on her so I shut her off. Came back out 30 minutes later and nothing. She kept trying to start and start but nothing....Idicator lights come on when I turn the key to the ignition position, but she won't turn over.....
Headed to Coleman to get a new battery since -
1 - She has the original Yasura batter from 05
2 - This is the second time she's started right up and then failed to do it within a two hour time span
3 - Even after letting the battery tender go for about an hour the indicator light was still yellow.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 29, 2011, 06:18:45 AM
Headed to Coleman to get a new battery since -
1 - She has the original Yasura batter from 05
2 - This is the second time she's started right up and then failed to do it within a two hour time span
3 - Even after letting the battery tender go for about an hour the indicator light was still yellow.
Yeah, sounds like a sick battery.
Time for a Shorai! ;D
I quite like my overly expensive dry cell battery. The catch is it's not so great in the cold. But, it is a lot smaller, letting me hide my Powercommander in the battery box, a lot lighter and it came with some free quick disconnects which is niece when I'm workin' on it.
But, yeah - they aint cheap.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 29, 2011, 06:36:45 AM
Time for a Shorai! ;D
Yeah I was trying to get one of those but all Coleman has was the Yarusa.....She fired up but it took some time. Plan on checking her again in a bit to make sure she starts. Good thing I have an appointment at Battley's tomorrow AM. :-\
What are you doing at Battley's?
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 29, 2011, 09:22:09 AM
Yeah I was trying to get one of those but all Coleman has was the Yarusa.....She fired up but it took some time. Plan on checking her again in a bit to make sure she starts. Good thing I have an appointment at Battley's tomorrow AM. :-\
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 29, 2011, 10:03:38 AM
What are you doing at Battley's?
The last farkles are being added to the Duc.....Evo clutch slave cycliner, rear sprocket and they're going to make sure nothing is seriously wrong with the bike. Don't want to get stranded anywhere....
You really went to town on that thing. I remember seeing it before all these projects. I'm curious to check out now after all your mods.
Speaking of getting stranded somewhere....I put all my powdercoated bits back on my bike recently. Then I took it down the street to Teaism to grab some chai. When I got back I decided to do a couple more things and I noticed that all three of my screws that secure the top triple to the forks had not been tightened at all! :o Good thing I wasn't going far or fast when I took it for a spin, lol.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 29, 2011, 10:10:40 AM
The last farkles are being added to the Duc.....Evo clutch slave cycliner, rear sprocket and they're going to make sure nothing is seriously wrong with the bike. Don't want to get stranded anywhere....
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 29, 2011, 12:19:53 PMand I noticed that all three of my screws that secure the top triple to the forks had not been tightened at all! :o
Eeeeexcellent! [thumbsup] Make us proud! [cheeky]
;D It was a good reminder to take my time and check over my work when taking stuff apart and putting it back together. I imagined what it would be like to have them come off the forks while riding; that would be fun...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 29, 2011, 12:48:34 PM
Eeeeexcellent! [thumbsup] Make us proud! [cheeky]
I groped a DB4
Quote from: Lars D on April 29, 2011, 04:33:23 PM
I groped a DB4
You dirty, dirty man, you! What does your wife think about that kind of activity?
buy it.
Quote from: Statler on April 29, 2011, 06:27:35 PM
buy it.
even better: put a ring on it! [laugh]
www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m1EFMoRFvY (//http://)
finished boxing up the swingarm and related bits and started backing up my laptop for the fist clean linux install in over a year.
Frame sliders and clear alternatives integrated tail light for the Daytona:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-04-30_11-02-39_238.jpg)
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-04-30_11-02-54_60.jpg)
Didn't take a pic of the tail light since it's not fully integrated yet. I'm waiting on the right connectors so I don't have to cut the harness or the stock blinkersignal wires.
spent the morning at Battley Cycles. After everything was said and done it was the fuel pump that was fouled up.
are you all fixed up for tomorrow then?
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 30, 2011, 01:28:14 PM
spent the morning at Battley Cycles. After everything was said and done it was the fuel pump that was fouled up.
Quote from: 696DCRider on April 30, 2011, 03:17:38 PM
are you all fixed up for tomorrow then?
yup see you at Union Station at 10:30
Talked to the Triumph dealer about a 675R today...
Got pulled over twice by the local [leo] on Cap. Hill. and received this wonderful piece of literature...
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/8620135d.jpg) What may you ask was I doing. The first time I was pulling out of the the BP on 7th street and the next time I was at a stop sign.
The first conversation went like this...
LEO - Pull over
Me - You've got to be kidding me.
LEO - We're pulling riders over to educate them on DC's new zero tolerance rule for motorcyclists who refuse to obey the law.
Me - Did i do something improper when pulling out of the BP?
LEO - No! Drivers license and reg. please
Me - Here you go
LEO - Where is your exhaust and nice plates. You may get one of those tonight if you're lucky.
Me - Exhaust is at home. Was having mechanically trouble so I took it off (not really).
LEO - Put them on otherwise you will get a $100.00 fine.
Me - Great...
LEO - Everything checks out. Have a nice day and remember zero tolerance!
Me - Thanks.
Second police stop starts like this
Me - This has got to be a joke. Do I have pull me over written on my back or something.....
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 30, 2011, 05:45:59 PM
Talked to the Triumph dealer about a 675R today...
What bike are you going to release to add that to the stable?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 30, 2011, 05:45:59 PM
Talked to the Triumph dealer about a 675R today...
But.... what about the MV? [evil] [evil] Here we go again. ;D I actually have my 675 T-shirt on as I type this. [laugh]
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 30, 2011, 05:57:54 PM
Got pulled over twice by the local [leo] on Cap. Hill. and received this wonderful piece of literature...
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/8620135d.jpg) What may you ask was I doing. The first time I was pulling out of the the BP on 7th street and the next time I was at a stop sign.
The first conversation went like this...
LEO - Pull over
Me - You've got to be kidding me.
LEO - We're pulling riders over to educate them on DC's new zero tolerance rule for motorcyclists who refuse to obey the law.
Me - Did i do something improper when pulling out of the BP?
LEO - No! Drivers license and reg. please
Me - Here you go
LEO - Where is your exhaust and nice plates. You may get one of those tonight if you're lucky.
Me - Exhaust is at home. Was having mechanically trouble so I took it off (not really).
LEO - Put them on otherwise you will get a $100.00 fine.
Me - Great...
LEO - Everything checks out. Have a nice day and remember zero tolerance!
Me - Thanks.
Second police stop starts like this
Me - This has got to be a joke. Do I have pull me over written on my back or something.....
Well, you're not going to want to hear this, but you're basically asking for it with the plate you have.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 30, 2011, 05:57:54 PM
Me - You've got to be kidding me.
And you're basically begging to get make the beast with two backsed with if you start off a conversation with a LEO like this.
[moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto]
dealt with a flying passenger seat and then
[moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto] [moto]
Quote from: MadDuck on April 30, 2011, 06:01:45 PM
But.... what about the MV? [evil] [evil]
Still thinking about it.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 30, 2011, 06:01:45 PM
Here we go again. ;D
(http://www.dogproductshop.co.uk/smile/mad/mad0074.gif) (http://www.dogproductshop.co.uk)
Quote from: MadDuck on April 30, 2011, 06:01:45 PM
I actually have my 675 T-shirt on as I type this. [laugh]
The same shirt that you kept talking about giving me? ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 30, 2011, 06:04:29 PM
The same shirt that you kept talking about giving me? ;D
That'd be the one. I break it out every now & then.
Got the Hyper today and will be hitting Tantalus in about 15 mins. [moto]
Quote from: MadDuck on April 30, 2011, 06:07:41 PM
will be hitting Tantalus in about 15 mins. [moto]
Jealous.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 30, 2011, 06:02:10 PM
Well, you're not going to want to hear this, but you're basically asking for it with the plate you have.
And you're basically begging to get make the beast with two backsed with if you start off a conversation with a LEO like this.
I do expect to get a little hassle for my plates, however, I was just shocked as to what I could have been doing that warranted me getting pulled over while exiting to lot of a gas station.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 30, 2011, 05:57:54 PM
Got pulled over twice by the local [leo] on Cap. Hill. and received this wonderful piece of literature...
LEO - Everything checks out. Have a nice day and remember zero tolerance!
They are running ads on the radio too.
Oh so get this shit guys - i rode my BIKE!
After lots of waiting and work the 900 as all back together and fired up on the first press. The renovated shock feels good. It definitely needed the service rear end feels better then it did before it went out... but if you send it to Ohlins, expect a bit of a wait to see it back
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 30, 2011, 06:21:35 PM
I do expect to get a little hassle for my plates, however, I was just shocked as to what I could have been doing that warranted me getting pulled over while exiting to lot of a gas station.
All they have to do is run a speed trap on the guys doing hot laps around the beltway (495) between midnight and 3 am every weekend morning.....those f-ers are COOKING!
I'm going to post this picture on my other forum if that's okay. Interesting. I didn't know anything about this initiative. I'm going to try and be extra careful around the city.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on April 30, 2011, 05:57:54 PM
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/8620135d.jpg)
Quote from: rgramjet on May 01, 2011, 10:32:50 AM
All they have to do is run a speed trap on the guys doing hot laps around the beltway (495) between midnight and 3 am every weekend morning.....those f-ers are COOKING!
and this is why I am not on the beltway between those hours.
Flushed the brake/clutch fluid. Ran into some problems with the rear brake. I learned that you have to invert the rear brake master cylinder in order to get the fluid to flow. I also noticed a tiny oil leak from the camshaft cover. Oil leaks seem to be a common problem. I'm guess I should just try replacing the O-ring, so I will see if that will fix the problem.
Was handed an ST3 shock as payment for a side job today. I know it's a direct bolt-on to the 695, and it should be a stiffer spring since it's coming off a touring bike so that might go about solving my rear shock respringing project. Shame it's another yellow spring though, I was looking forward to getting rid of the cheese :D
Anyone know if I'll have to hack the plastic under there to make room for the external reservoir?
Quote from: Artful on May 03, 2011, 08:42:05 AM
Anyone know if I'll have to hack the plastic under there to make room for the external reservoir?
I have one that when Dolci is ready for it, I'll put it on her 620 for her...I initially sourced it thinking I could possibly use it on my old 01 that I used to have...but, that being said, I'd just take a couple of hose clamps and attach it to the frame somewhere...
It's not the one with the remote reservoir, it's this one:
(http://www.pashnit.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=92778&stc=1&d=1241500110)
It isn't supposed to be a shocking (see what I did there?) upgrade but if I was going to respring the rear anyway I figured it was at least a slight step up. You can't beat free fitty.
Don't some folks powdercoat the spring to change the color? Can' you just do that before installing?
Quote from: 696DCRider on May 03, 2011, 09:05:29 AM
Don't some folks powdercoat the spring to change the color? Can' you just do that before installing?
Need a spring compressor to get the old one out, not like the older shocks (hooped rear) where you can just back out the pre-load all the way.
Space wise, it should be fine tho [thumbsup]
I've done umpteen coilover and cupkit installs on VWs over the years, spring compressors ain't no thang. Finally cracked and bought a nice set after the third pair of harbor freight specials seized up on me WITH the spring compressed. Nothing quite like putting spring compressors ON to get the stuck ones OFF.
Quote from: Artful on May 03, 2011, 11:01:12 AM
Finally cracked and bought a nice set after the third pair of harbor freight specials seized up on me WITH the spring compressed. Nothing quite like putting spring compressors ON to get the stuck ones OFF.
[laugh]
I would have cracked and gone at them with a shotgun! [evil]
Test rode an FZ8 over my lunch break in my continuing quest to see if there is a bike that fits me better than the Monster. I will say I was duly impressed by the bike's power, handling, and suspension. The ergonomics would have required at least a bar change to suit me and it is SOOO wide for its size. Aesthetically the thing is pretty weak in my opinion. The headlight looks stuck on and is far too big. Power delivery though is pretty bonkers. Anything above 5k was an eye opener right up to 12k or wherever it was that it redlined.
If only I could get that power in the 695 I'd be set.
You should try a Super Duke.
[evil]
Lol shouldn't you be bothering Lars right now?
Quote from: Artful on May 03, 2011, 11:59:33 AM
Test rode an FZ8 over my lunch break in my continuing quest to see if there is a bike that fits me better than the Monster. I will say I was duly impressed by the bike's power, handling, and suspension. The ergonomics would have required at least a bar change to suit me and it is SOOO wide for its size. Aesthetically the thing is pretty weak in my opinion. The headlight looks stuck on and is far too big. Power delivery though is pretty bonkers. Anything above 5k was an eye opener right up to 12k or wherever it was that it redlined.
If only I could get that power in the 695 I'd be set.
you should try this on for size!
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2360498023.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2360498023.html)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 03, 2011, 12:57:54 PM
You should try a Super Duke.
[evil]
SuperDuke R - FTW.
I want the bike badly, but I already have a Ducati jacket. [cheeky]
Quote from: zooom on May 03, 2011, 01:01:20 PM
you should try this on for size!
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2360498023.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2360498023.html)
Meh, rode the 690, and for as fun as it was, still didn't have the power I would need to want to get out of the Monster. I love the Monster, it has that special combination of parts that when looked at individually aren't that great, but when you toss them all together it's just... damn near perfect. I'm doing some suspension work and seeing if that is enough to fend off the new bike bug. Massimo, you'll be happy to know that I did some research and the 998/748 forks are just a matter or milling the top triple so I put a bid in on a set.
Quote from: Artful on May 03, 2011, 01:26:14 PM
Massimo, you'll be happy to know that I did some research and the 998/748 forks are just a matter or milling the top triple so I put a bid in on a set.
You sound like my wife when she has to acknowledge that I was right all along. [cheeky]
"Well apparently the gods must have changed the laws of physics in your favor, because apparently it's just as you had said..." [laugh]
Hahaha well in the interest of full disclosure the 999/749/1098/1198/848 all require brake spacing or different calipers :D
Got alternated off the jury. [thumbsup]
Back to work. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: Artful on May 03, 2011, 11:59:33 AM
Test rode an FZ8 over my lunch break in my continuing quest to see if there is a bike that fits me better than the Monster. I will say I was duly impressed by the bike's power, handling, and suspension.
I saw that one on some website or roadtest and it's one of the few new bikes that I see that I thought would be great to have - practical but also fast, and with modern but not over the top styling (Ducatician's new Triumph has the same aesthetic). Would make a great tourer.
Not that I need another bike - but still, you know in 3 years there are going to be a couple of low mileage examples just begging to be scooped up.
So all knowing all seeing Massimo, any insight on a spot to get my top triple milled?
I assume I might as well replace my head bearings while I have that removed?
I picked up a Cycle Cat blemished triple for $109 and a pair of used Ferracci bars for a hundy.
I know I'm not Massimo but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night......
Quote from: rgramjet on May 04, 2011, 12:13:11 PM
I picked up a Cycle Cat blemished triple for $109 and a pair of used Ferracci bars for a hundy.
I know I'm not Massimo but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night......
1-upped: I Just Had Sex (feat. Akon) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQlIhraqL7o#normal)
(the title should be obvious, don't play it at work)
Finally got Comcast to come fix shit.
Chatted up a guy on a Daytona 675 at the Harwood market while DRKWNG and I were out...dude had MWCS! but he never knew how to lean til he got that bike. [laugh] [laugh]
mile wide chicken strips [evil]
Did you pull?
I'll bite: pull what? ;D
Quote from: urbandictionary
Word used to describe the successful act of attracting a person to such an extent that you would be able to snog or perhaps bone them if you so desired.
"With the help of my lucky Y-fronts I should pull tonight."
Nega-tory, there big ben! I'm not into bike polishers. ;D ;D
You did seem him wiping off bugs as we left, didn't ya?
Quote from: Ducatician on May 08, 2011, 02:19:07 PM
You did seem him wiping off bugs as we left, didn't ya?
Yea. I had a little chuckle at that.
Tore it up with a vintage two stroke.
My brother and I took our mother out for a movie (Thor, she suggested it!!!) and some pizza (Pacci in Silver Spring). [thumbsup]
Cut the grass, now I'm goin for a ride.
I rode a trials competition over the weekend - my first attempt at trials. Huge fun, highly recommended. My low-speed bike control probably increased by a factor of 2x just over the weekend.
Heard back from Mike Collins today. Says he's too busy to wrench at the moment...
Glad he's got steady work, but was hoping I'd be able to hire him for the 12k service on the SC.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2011, 02:01:04 PM
Heard back from Mike Collins today. Says he's too busy to wrench at the moment...
Glad he's got steady work, but was hoping I'd be able to hire him for the 12k service on the SC.
[thumbsdown] That's unfortunate. Decided where you're gonna take it yet?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2011, 02:01:04 PM
Says he's too busy to wrench at the moment...
D'oh!
Quote from: Ducatician on May 09, 2011, 02:16:30 PM
[thumbsdown] That's unfortunate. Decided where you're gonna take it yet?
Nope, not yet.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2011, 03:24:57 PM
Nope, not yet.
Oh just do it yourself.....what could go wrong?
Quote from: rgramjet on May 09, 2011, 03:46:01 PM
what could go wrong?
Says the crack smoking, redneck carpenter.
:D
I managed it. Why can't you? I'll ever let you borrow all the odd tools
If Steve is available we could do it in his garage.
Worked pretty well for Jim's bike: it's still running great despite those extra bits we had left over! [laugh]
I'm due for my 20K. I'll bring some beers.....
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2011, 04:22:21 PM
Says the crack smoking, redneck carpenter.
:D
I loves me some crack!
Is the 12k service anything like this?
How to change the oil on a SR500 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ft1IkFZkJts#normal)
Hilarious video! [laugh]
And nice bike too, I'd like to get my hands on the yamaha thumper one day.
Quote from: tocino on May 09, 2011, 07:23:34 PM
Is the 12k service anything like this?
How to change the oil on a SR500 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ft1IkFZkJts#normal)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 09, 2011, 08:26:53 PM
Hilarious video! [laugh]
And nice bike too, I'd like to get my hands on the yamaha thumper one day.
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2359446379.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2359446379.html)
Quote from: zooom on May 10, 2011, 03:55:00 AM
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2359446379.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2359446379.html)
You bastards will get me in (more) trouble with my wife! [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 10, 2011, 05:47:41 AM
You bastards will get me in (more) trouble with my wife! [laugh]
I thought you had sold her already for more bike purchasing fundage?
Quote from: zooom on May 10, 2011, 03:55:00 AM
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2359446379.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2359446379.html)
OKAY...maybe this one is a little more reasonable for you Pepe...
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2372603796.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2372603796.html)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2011, 02:01:04 PM
Heard back from Mike Collins today. Says he's too busy to wrench at the moment...
Glad he's got steady work, but was hoping I'd be able to hire him for the 12k service on the SC.
Dang IT!
Gotta love the Aussies 'This tubey, pipey thing... ouch'
Seriously - I've got all the tools you'd need to do a valve check on a 2v. Gauges, a purpose made rocker depressor, crank tuner (insert joke here), cotter pin puller, micrometer etc etc.
It's not hard - you saw that my bike runs and I did mine.... Can't be *that* hard.
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 10, 2011, 10:17:29 AMGotta love the Aussies 'This tubey, pipey thing... ouch'
Seriously - I've got all the tools you'd need to do a valve check on a 2v. Gauges, a purpose made rocker depressor, crank tuner (insert joke here), cotter pin puller, micrometer etc etc.
It's not hard - you saw that my bike runs and I did mine.... Can't be *that* hard.
I've never done it, but what I've heard is just what Sad Panda is saying. The biggest issue is having all the shims on hand. The whole set is expensive, but if a bunch of people chip in for a community set it's OK. Plus the ones that are removed get to be used in a different bike, not like you throw them away.
Having watched Mike do mine, I feel confident that with the right tools I could easily do it again.
Just ordered a Speedymoto farkly top triple for an SBK conversion so I guess it's safe to say I'm for a penny in for a pound on this one. I figured if I'm going to drop money and time modding a stock triple, might as well spend a few extra bucks and end up with something far prettier that comes ready to bolt on.
So anyone here that did an SBK conversion? I know the forks are supposed to end up sticking out of the triple a bit further, I assume I'll go with zero rise clips above the triple.
It's pretty much measure, measure again and adjust if needed. Not hard, just a bit fiddly.
Yeah - the PITA is if you do need new shims and they are not on hand. Ones that are a tad to big can just be sanded, but in the instance where you need a bigger one, then it can be a hassle. If you've got the space and time, you can just order them as singletons. But that means leaving the bike non-running for a week or so.
Oh and I've got 7 and 8 mm closer measuring do-hickys too
If you guys want to do the work in my garage the bike can sit in there for a while if needed. I won't put it back together and ride it.
Honest.
Quote from: Artful on May 10, 2011, 10:31:22 AM
So anyone here that did an SBK conversion? I know the forks are supposed to end up sticking out of the triple a bit further, I assume I'll go with zero rise clips above the triple.
I had put some research into it for the 750, bought the forks (that now I'm using for Bianca), but then just ended up busy with other stuff.
The hardest part really is finding a (reliable) place to bore out the top triple. If you already have 25mm hollow axle and 65mm caliper mounts, then the rest is plug-and-play: re-spring the forks, change the oil, slide them back in (mark the height first), bolt the stuff back on and you're good.
Yea but by the time you bore the triples, you are half way into a shiny new set of Cycle Cat blems.......if they are still available.
Cycle Cat are pretty much unobtanium at this point since they're out of business. You can find the oddball set running around and the Holy Grail of new-old-stock is out there but best of luck finding it.
I bought the Speedymotos to avoid the machine shop/angle grinder to remove the stock riser route. Now to find some good shim material for the lower clamp and I should be set. I'm just curious if no-rise clips on the top are a better or worse option than risers under the triple.
My Ferracci no rise clip ons sit flush with the tube tops......
That's kind of exactly what I was thinking. The SBK forks are supposed to be 25mm longer than my stockers, should be perfect for no-rise clips with a little finagling.
Quote from: Artful on May 10, 2011, 12:19:30 PM
I bought the Speedymotos to avoid the machine shop/angle grinder to remove the stock riser route.
You could also bore the top and put some risers on so the bars would clear the fork tops. Or if you go with clip-ons you can just lower the top a few more millimeters to get them to fit over the top, you won't need much more than 25mm.
Quote from: Artful on May 10, 2011, 12:19:30 PM
Now to find some good shim material for the lower clamp and I should be set.
0.5 mm thick aluminum is commonly available from used cans. As in soda/beer cans, yeah really, no I haven't already started drinking [cheeky]. Can anyone help this young man get an empty beer can? [laugh] Not sure all beer cans have the same thickness tho, but don't worry I'll help you find the right one. A little trial and error. [drink] [drink] [drink]
Quote from: Artful on May 10, 2011, 12:19:30 PM
I'm just curious if no-rise clips on the top are a better or worse option than risers under the triple.
You're welcome to have a go at the SC if you'd like. I've got 749 forks on it with SpeedyMoto no rise clip ons mounted below the triples. It's just a wee bit extreme.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 10, 2011, 02:01:28 PM
You're welcome to have a go at the SC if you'd like. I've got 749 forks on it with SpeedyMoto no rise clip ons mounted below the triples. It's just a wee bit extreme.
If I wanted no-rise UNDER the triples I would just get it over with and break my back [laugh] Watching you ride that thing makes me want to make you a cape.
I'm thinking no-rise over is the best plan. Now to see if I like anything more than Woodcrafts which is Plan A.
Quote from: Artful on May 10, 2011, 02:10:06 PM
If I wanted no-rise UNDER the triples I would just get it over with and break my back [laugh] Watching you ride that thing makes me want to make you a cape.
Just seemed unnatural any other way...
Spent 2 1/2 hrs at DMV getting daytona tags, went to work. Meeting cancelled; left work early!
[moto]
had a little snack at Harwood Market
[moto] some more
Picked up one of these as a commuter jacket.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/669d56ae2c62a639e29257c91f7511e2_rough.jpg)
Took a trip to White's Ferry for giggles and grunts. Was sad to find the little store/restaurant closed...but mostly just thirsty!
[moto] [moto]
Just realized I didn't backup my pr0n (not bike pr0n, pr0n pr0n) to the SAN before reformatting the disk on my laptop [bang]
Oh well, it was getting old anyway. Time to start fresh! 8)
Sounds like an excuse for a pron pilgrimage.
I rode to Philly today, swung by Cycle Gear in DE on the way home. They had chain tools on sale for $30 from $90 so I grabbed one.
Sweet deal.
I got a bogus DC parking ticket (imagine that!) for "failure to display insp stickr" - I think that, in English, this probably translates as failure to display an inspection sticker. Of course there's a current, valid, 100% legit inspection sticker on the upper left fork tube right where VA says it should be (and where the VA inspection station put it). This was on the DR250 dual sport bike where the fork leg is out in plain view (and the bike is 100% legal - no tail chop, mini/non-dot lights or anything remotely suspect). The D.C. plated R6 with no sticker, a plate mashed way up under the tail-section and, I think, no turn sigs that was parked next to me didn't have a ticket. Anyone think maybe D.C. is trying to tax VA tagged vehicles?
Oh, the ticket also lists the make of the bike as "Acerbis."
I hope you took a picture of the bike as it sat so you can show that one to the judge.
Brilliant!
I would definitely fight that ticket, but then I would fight any ticket since they are all just an excuse to get more revenue. The fact that the sticker was placed by the VA inspection station and that the person couldn't tell what bike you have should work out in your favor.
I do think there is some truth to the out-of-state theory, I remember the last time I stayed in Jersey I got a parking ticket at 9:05 AM for not paying the meter but ALL the other cars with Jersey tags didn't... [roll]
all he has to do is take the ticket in to the magistrate and show the make of the vehicle with the correlating tag number from his registration with the ticket and they will throw it out...I had a friend do that with his Eagle Talon that had Mitsubishi Eclipse bodywork on it...he get written up as a Mitsu, and show his registration as an Eagle and they'de match the tag # and nullify the ticket as invalid....it is the ticket writer's responsibility to put all the correct information on the citation as their portion of the burden of proof...wrong info...then what is to say it was actually you or your vehicle...plausible deniability!!!
I don't remember how the inspection tickets work but you can also just mail something in. I have done it a bunch of times with parking tickets. As Artful said, it is great if you took a picture of your bike where it was with the inspection sticker on it. Even if you didn't though, it's no biggie. You can mail in a letter with a picture of your bike with inspection sticker attached, as well as a copy of the paperwork and they will just dismiss it.
Also, in regard to DC trying to tax VA tagged vehicles, it has always been like this. I got a ticket before on my car in DC when I had VA tags. It's possible they are targeting bikes right now though. At least someone on another forum pointed out that actually VA is the one targeting bikes with expired inspection stickers right now. He said he got pulled over by a bike cop and got a ticket and was informed to warn his buddies.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 10, 2011, 02:01:06 PM
0.5 mm thick aluminum is commonly available from used cans. As in soda/beer cans, yeah really, no I haven't already started drinking [cheeky]. Can anyone help this young man get an empty beer can? [laugh] Not sure all beer cans have the same thickness tho, but don't worry I'll help you find the right one. A little trial and error. [drink] [drink] [drink]
Found my shimming material of choice.
(http://www.buzzbinmagazine.com/home/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Back_in_Black_IPA.jpg)
Top triple is ordered, fork auction ends in 5 hours. Fingers crossed.
I'm assuming to get at the pinch bolt around the steering nut I have to remove the ignition assembly?
I did take a picture with my phone (a bit IZ_, but the inspection sticker is obvious enough) before moving the bike. I'll take better pictures and send it all in - it looks like I can either do a walk-in thing to contest it, mail stuff in or submit it all on-line. I sure I'll get it fixed, its just the absolutely careless (or perhaps fraudulent) "enforcement" of the law that bothers me.
VA usually does up the biker harassment level in the spring. One year I got pulled over 26 times IIRC - not a single time was due to any infraction, the coppers just wanted to check my license, insurance, inspection etc. It was, of course, all exactly in order every time. Still most annoying. Aren't there murders, rapist and thieves out running about that need catching? Oh yeah, the govt doesn't get to pocket a wad of cash for nabbing them...
So now can I tell everyone I've got an Italian dual sport? (acerbis is an Italian company after all and the all-knowing DC govt has deemed the bike to be mfg'd by Acerbis...).
I've mailed in to contest a bunch of tickets in the past. Sometimes my excuse was a bit iffey but I still have managed to get out of almost every single one. Even if you are guilty, if your funds are low, it will put if off for a couple months before you have to pay for it.
Quote from: bikepilot on May 12, 2011, 02:25:07 PM
I did take a picture with my phone (a bit IZ_, but the inspection sticker is obvious enough) before moving the bike. I'll take better pictures and send it all in - it looks like I can either do a walk-in thing to contest it, mail stuff in or submit it all on-line. I sure I'll get it fixed, its just the absolutely careless (or perhaps fraudulent) "enforcement" of the law that bothers me.
VA usually does up the biker harassment level in the spring. One year I got pulled over 26 times IIRC - not a single time was due to any infraction, the coppers just wanted to check my license, insurance, inspection etc. It was, of course, all exactly in order every time. Still most annoying. Aren't there murders, rapist and thieves out running about that need catching? Oh yeah, the govt doesn't get to pocket a wad of cash for nabbing them...
So now can I tell everyone I've got an Italian dual sport? (acerbis is an Italian company after all and the all-knowing DC govt has deemed the bike to be mfg'd by Acerbis...).
Who just bought a pristine set of low mileage 748 forks and axle for less than two bills shipped?
<----- hint.
Nice deal!
Thanks 696, I'll definitely contest [thumbsup]
Quote from: bikepilot on May 12, 2011, 02:25:07 PM
Aren't there murders, rapist and thieves out running about that need catching? Oh yeah, the govt doesn't get to pocket a wad of cash for nabbing them...
To me these are not police officers, rather solicitors with a badge. I also don't understand what's up with the attitude (rude) and the lying (to my face)... ???
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 12, 2011, 02:46:36 PM
To me these are not police officers, rather solicitors with a badge. I also don't understand what's up with the attitude (rude) and the lying (to my face)... ???
The tickets in DC are given out by contractors working for private companies, no?
No idea. On an unrelated topic, free (sorta - rebate) cage oil (I'd guess the 20w-50 would make ok dry-clutch duc oil in the summer too)
http://www.valvolinevr1racingoil.com/ (http://www.valvolinevr1racingoil.com/)
Well, it was last Saturday and not today. Rode that Speed Triple. Also rode that Street Triple R. The Speed was nice and can't blame anyone who buys it. It's just not for me. The Street Triple R, on the other hand, seemed to fit my riding better. Just as quick 0-60 and lighter.
Both bikes felt closer to an I4 than a V-Twin. Not a lot of feedback from the engine on deceleration. The Speed Triple, in particular, was lackluster in the fun factor. It has so much power it really doesn't matter what gear you're in. Unless you want to wheelie, of course.
I liked the Thruxton. It's a terrible bike, though. Not a lot of power, but not necessarily underpowered. The seat was uncomfortable and the bars too narrow. But this "charm" made it a blast to ride.
Didn't get a chance to ride the Daytona because some dude crashed it earlier. >:(
I'll be at the Kawasaki "Ticket to Ride" event both Saturday and Sunday this weekend. It's in Bowie... with a little luck... I'll break away on Sunday and join you mofos for some twisty stuff around 10:00. [evil]
I'm starting to miss my 696.
Just finally installed frame sliders tonight. My bike is invincible now right?
Brian, I really think that Street Triple (R or not) is about the best possible bike for your needs. Comfy, quite a bit of scoot, still unique and VERY reliable. Those triples are really nice motors.
[thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2011, 03:31:51 AM
Brian, I really think that Street Triple (R or not) is about the best possible bike for your needs. Comfy, quite a bit of scoot, still unique and VERY reliable. Those triples are really nice motors.
[thumbsup]
+1
Ya, I really enjoyed my 20 minutes on the Street Triple. I think the 'R' comes with the fully adjustable suspension which is one of my requirements so, if I buy new, that will likely be my choice for the naked/street category.
I'm still considering a true sportbike, however, and I'm trying to come up with a short-list. Bummed I couldn't ride the Daytona, but I suspect the performance is somewhere between the Street Triple and the Speed Triple with ergos similar to the gixxer I babysat in April. Regardless, the Daytona is on my short-list already because I trust the wisdom of this crowd (and cave to peer pressure occasionally).
So I'm off to the Kawasaki demo day thing (https://tickettoride.kawasaki.com/signup/Default.aspx?id=20) this weekend, rain or shine. I plan to ride (in this order):
ZX-6R
Z1000
Ninja 1000
ZX-10R (in "rain mode")
Quote from: Autohag on May 13, 2011, 10:24:07 AM
Regardless, the Daytona is on my short-list already because I trust the wisdom of this crowd (and cave to peer pressure occasionally).
[evil] I'll let you ride mine... [evil]
Quote from: Autohag on May 13, 2011, 10:24:07 AM
I trust the wisdom of this crowd (and cave to peer pressure occasionally).
IF that is the case...then why don't you own a Superduke yet?
on a serious note though...go up to JT Motorsports in Frederick and testride a KTM 990SM-T...seriously!
Quote from: Ducatician on May 13, 2011, 10:27:15 AM
[evil] I'll let you ride mine... [evil]
I'll take you up on that offer.
I'll trade you my 696 for a Street Triple R if you miss it that bad ;)
I'm hoping you get the Street Triple so I can come by and check it out. I almost got one instead of the monster. I just got a much better deal on my 696 than the Street Triples were going for at the time due to being so new.
Quote from: Autohag on May 13, 2011, 10:24:07 AM
Ya, I really enjoyed my 20 minutes on the Street Triple. I think the 'R' comes with the fully adjustable suspension which is one of my requirements so, if I buy new, that will likely be my choice for the naked/street category.
I'm still considering a true sportbike, however, and I'm trying to come up with a short-list. Bummed I couldn't ride the Daytona, but I suspect the performance is somewhere between the Street Triple and the Speed Triple with ergos similar to the gixxer I babysat in April. Regardless, the Daytona is on my short-list already because I trust the wisdom of this crowd (and cave to peer pressure occasionally).
So I'm off to the Kawasaki demo day thing (https://tickettoride.kawasaki.com/signup/Default.aspx?id=20) this weekend, rain or shine. I plan to ride (in this order):
ZX-6R
Z1000
Ninja 1000
ZX-10R (in "rain mode")
Quote from: zooom on May 13, 2011, 10:35:15 AM
IF that is the case...then why don't you own a Superduke yet?
on a serious note though...go up to JT Motorsports in Frederick and testride a KTM 990SM-T...seriously!
Yep, I suspect any of those 990 thingers will be fun. I have an issue with the price tag but am considering used. Hadn't heard of JT before so now I've got to go check 'em out.
Quote from: 696DCRider on May 13, 2011, 10:56:28 AM
I almost got one instead of the monster.
Ditto. But, at the time, it was between the Street Triple and the 695. I decided I didn't want to trek down to Clinton for service and that Ducatis sound better.
Anyway... sorry for hijacking the "What did you do today" thread with what I'm going to do tomorrow and Sunday. And what I did last Saturday.
Last I checked, Battleys had a Superduke for $7995 with 1800 miles on it. Way better than a Speed/Street triple.
If Jim hasn't fixed the throttle , it will feel diconnected , if he fixed it , I am riding it first.
Should we setup a thread specifically for riding Jim's bike?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 13, 2011, 12:49:32 PM
Should we setup a thread specifically for riding Jim's bike?
I think there is a category for it on Craigslist.
Would that be Casual Encounters or Misc Romance?
Or Men seeking Men [laugh]
Quote from: Lars D on May 13, 2011, 01:04:02 PM
I think there is a category for it on Craigslist.
Quote from: Lars D on May 13, 2011, 01:04:02 PM
I think there is a category for it on Craigslist.
No. If there was, Massimo would have found it seconds after posting, Ben would have looked at it and said "meh", then Jim would have bought it and broke it.
Had my bike towed to Battley's to have then look at it and fix it. What was the issue. Not enough fuel.....
Feel kinda stupid but at least she's running again. Just in time for the 6 DAYS OF RAIN!
Not enough fuel as in your gas tank was empty?
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on May 13, 2011, 01:54:56 PM
Had my bike towed to Battley's to have then look at it and fix it. What was the issue. Not enough fuel.....
Feel kinda stupid but at least she's running again. Just in time for the 6 DAYS OF RAIN!
If you got your bike towed because you were out of gas I just hope you understand the shame shower that is going to rain down upon you.
Quote from: Artful on May 13, 2011, 02:04:35 PM
If you got your bike towed because you were out of gas I just hope you understand the shame shower that is going to rain down upon you.
I can firmly say GAS was not the issue.
I think that bike was confused about its true identity, and might need to go in for counseling.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2011, 02:20:10 PM
I think that bike was confused about its true identity, and might need to go in for counseling.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 13, 2011, 12:49:32 PM
Should we setup a thread specifically for riding Jim's bike?
I'm about to start charging admission!
Quote from: Lars D on May 13, 2011, 12:36:09 PM
If Jim hasn't fixed the throttle , it will feel diconnected , if he fixed it , I am riding it first.
Of course I didn't fix it....I'd never get to ride my own bike!
Quote from: Artful on May 13, 2011, 01:07:22 PM
No. If there was, Massimo would have found it seconds after posting, Ben would have looked at it and said "meh", then Jim would have bought it and broke it.
[laugh] Everybody wants to be a comedian!
Just wrapped up day one of CornerSpin. Tired tire and getting a good bruise forming on some ribs where I ate handle bar when I tucked the front.
Ow
I went to work, did anyone go to the kawi thing in Bowie?
Been out house hunting all day...
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 14, 2011, 03:29:09 PM
Just wrapped up day one of CornerSpin. Tired tire and getting a good bruise forming on some ribs where I ate handle bar when I tucked the front.
Ow
Wait... are you saying you already dropped the damn thing?
Quote from: Lars D on May 14, 2011, 03:39:42 PM
I went to work, did anyone go to the kawi thing in Bowie?
Yep. I'm heading back early tomorrow AM. Got there around noon today and could only get 2 rides in. Rode the Z1000 and Ninja 1000; all the ZX's were booked for the day.
It was dry all afternoon. Some of the roads are very familiar, BTW...
The Z1000 is an unholy machine. I was expecting something sophisticated and refined, like the Speed Triple, but found myself storming the gates of hell on a crack-smoking stallion. I'm not sure if I enjoyed it, but my loins are still tingling. Downside: I kept kicking the silencers with my heels as I moved around on the pegs. The bars are a bit too wide IMO. And the instrument cluster is so small it's useless.
Despite what the magazines and salespeople say, the Ninja 1000 is not that similar to the Z1000. You can definitely feel the extra 20-30 lbs and 1" on the wheelbase. I haven't looked at specs, but I'd say the rake is more conservative too. Probably a better fit for someone looking for a sport-touring bike that is more sport than touring.
B
PSA for Brian:
GET THE STREET TRIPLE!!!!!
That is all...
So what you're saying is?
That it's time for another whiskey...
That's a cause I can get behind. I've moved on to 21st Amendment Back in Black. Gotta build up my collection of shimming materials.
Quote from: Autohag on May 14, 2011, 06:41:23 PM
Yep. I'm heading back early tomorrow AM. Got there around noon today and could only get 2 rides in. Rode the Z1000 and Ninja 1000; all the ZX's were booked for the day.
It was dry all afternoon. Some of the roads are very familiar, BTW...
The Z1000 is an unholy machine. I was expecting something sophisticated and refined, like the Speed Triple, but found myself storming the gates of hell on a crack-smoking stallion. I'm not sure if I enjoyed it, but my loins are still tingling. Downside: I kept kicking the silencers with my heels as I moved around on the pegs. The bars are a bit too wide IMO. And the instrument cluster is so small it's useless.
Gonna go there right now.
Despite what the magazines and salespeople say, the Ninja 1000 is not that similar to the Z1000. You can definitely feel the extra 20-30 lbs and 1" on the wheelbase. I haven't looked at specs, but I'd say the rake is more conservative too. Probably a better fit for someone looking for a sport-touring bike that is more sport than touring.
B
Less douchbaggery this morning than yesterday afternoon. My buddy Phil and I were probably the youngest dudes there; everyone was looking at us like, "What the hell are you doing up this early?!"
Anyway, rode the ZX6R and 10R by 10 o'clock. By then a critical mass of squids had formed around the tent and we called it a day.
My naked short-list:
- Street Triple R (2011)
- FZ8 (2011)
My sport short-list:
- Daytona ('08+)
- ZX-6R ('09+)
Quote from: Autohag on May 15, 2011, 09:06:05 AM
My sport short-list:
- Daytona ('09+)
- ZX-6R ('09+)
If you look at a Daytona, go with an 09 or newer. That way you get the upgraded engine internals, better suspension and nicer brakes. Also, don't forget there is that one red '10 with less than two thousand miles down in the swamp land. Dude will take $7500 for it.
Took the bike for a spin then met up with the Craigslist King and got some filters.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 15, 2011, 09:11:40 AM
If you look at a Daytona, go with an 09 or newer. That way you get the upgraded engine internals, better suspension and nicer brakes. Also, don't forget there is that one red '10 with less than two thousand miles down in the swamp land. Dude will take $7500 for it.
Ah, so the revision was in '09. That's what I meant - thanks for the heads-up.
Regarding the one down in LA... I couldn't get a good recommendation for shipping. Then I thought about doing the 1-way ticket/ride home thing but I just don't have that kind of time right at the moment.
It's a fast bike, it could be done in a day :) I'll ride down with you, Colleen says the Monster is way more comfy than her ex's crotch rocket for two-up.
Quote from: Autohag on May 15, 2011, 12:53:11 PM
Ah, so the revision was in '09. That's what I meant - thanks for the heads-up.
Regarding the one down in LA... I couldn't get a good recommendation for shipping. Then I thought about doing the 1-way ticket/ride home thing but I just don't have that kind of time right at the moment.
Can't recommend riding up from there. Who did you contact regarding shipping? I used Pasha/Allied when I shipped the SC up here from Hawaii. It came to $1300, but that included fifteen grand worth of insurance.
Quote from: Artful on May 14, 2011, 04:09:13 PM
Wait... are you saying you already dropped the damn thing?
Already? I'm guessing you sir, have not been to CornerSpin. I was in good company. I think only one person at the school made it through day 1 without loosing the bike at some point. And no one made it out alive... er... without hitting the dirt.
Hell, even one of the instructors had to throw feed down while demo'ing the last drill. And I quote "Man, that's slippery. The most I think it's ever been. I'd like to tell you I was putting my leg out cause I wanted to, but I wasn't going to make it if I didn't"
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 16, 2011, 06:44:01 AM
Already? I'm guessing you sir, have not been to CornerSpin.
Not even once. Indulge me?
Cornerspin vs Cornerspeed (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3PuiYt-Qxw#normal)
It's in the dirt :) It get's slippy
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 16, 2011, 06:57:55 AM
It's in the dirt :) It get's slippy
You gonna turn that 900 into a flat-tracker? ;D Sounds like fun, actually.
I want to go to there.
Quote from: Autohag on May 16, 2011, 07:03:22 AM
You gonna turn that 900 into a flat-tracker? ;D Sounds like fun, actually.
Shit no... Light as it is, it's a heavy pig by comparison... oofa
Quote from: Artful on May 16, 2011, 07:05:13 AM
I want to go to there.
http://www.cornerspin.com/main.html (http://www.cornerspin.com/main.html)
Go! Let Aaron know I sent ya - though he might be out for a bit. He's got ACL recon in a few days. Oh and take a buddy, it's a long way down there. It's better with a copilot.
http://www.cornerspin.com/spincalendar.html (http://www.cornerspin.com/spincalendar.html)
I smell a CAM/BAD event...
If you can manage to herd the cats... Cagey put out something a while back asking if anyone else wanted to go, as he was planning. That's how I got on board.
They do offer a discount if you bring a friend. If you can manage to gather up a half dozen committed folks - they might cut a little more.
What if I bring half a dozen folks that SHOULD be committed?
Lot's of crashing.
If you can get a dozen, you need to call them. Class size it around about that so you'd need to deal with booking.
That won't be a problem, it's hard to get three of us to do anything without bribing them with beer or pizza.
Quote from: Artful on May 16, 2011, 07:21:50 AM
I smell a CAM/BAD event...
12 of us went down about 4 years ago - one of the BEST weekends ever. I've done it 3 times and every time I learn something new!
So I just placed the order for the last pieces of the SBK conversion puzzle.
LSL clip-ons with titanium anondized bars (As in the color, not the material)
Spiegler front brakes lines, smoked lines with red banjos. My stock lines are pretty badly discolored so I figured while I was in there...
Speedy top triple is en route, waiting to get the ship date for the forks themselves. The Speedy part is a special order item so that will most likely be the gum in the works that pushes the install back a few weeks.
Ordered the last round of parts from MRP in Glen Burnie, we'll see how they do. They've got a great rep for suspension tuning.
Got a speeding ticket off a camera in the District in the mail. Faaak! Not cheap. Stoopid cameras - and what's with Florida Ave being a 25MPH zone? BS!
Quote from: tocino on May 16, 2011, 04:04:50 PM
Got a speeding ticket off a camera in the District in the mail. Faaak! Not cheap. Stoopid cameras - and what's with Florida Ave being a 25MPH zone? BS!
Meh...wait til you get 2 in one day. One on the way to work and one on the way home.... [bang]
I pondered the Ninja 1k, Versys,and Zx6, that I rode yesterday.
Had high hopes for Ninja 1K, it is too damn buzzy.
Versys, rode it on a whim, don't know anyone that would buy one.
Zx6 , no.
Rumor has it that Super Dukes are nice.
You two need to cut the foreplay and seal the deal already! [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Lars D on May 16, 2011, 04:34:52 PM
I pondered the Ninja 1k, Versys,and Zx6, that I rode yesterday.
Had high hopes for Ninja 1K, it is too damn buzzy.
Versys, rode it on a whim, don't know anyone that would buy one.
Zx6 , no.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 16, 2011, 04:40:13 PM
Rumor has it that Super Dukes are nice.
"Nice" does not describe Superduke.
Criminal Intent
Conspiracy
Intent to Distribute
Possession of controlled Dangerous Substance and soforth.
That describes Superduke.
And you know you want it.
Hurry up and buy the damn thing already would ya? Otherwise I'm going to have to start modding it again.
I don't think you will sell it.
Quote from: Lars D on May 16, 2011, 05:28:20 PM
I don't think you will sell it.
Was that a challenge? ;)
lemmee rephrase Lars statement in a more sensible fashion....
I don't think you'll sell it and get what you think it is worth or what you have into it in an easy or quick fashion.
No, it was Lars. It was a challenge.
Quote from: Artful on May 17, 2011, 05:56:28 AM
No, it was Lars. It was a challenge.
the only way that challenge would work, is if Ben sold the bike to Lars for a stupid price that Lars couldn't turn down and walk away from....
"We've replaced his regular brew with a ham sammich-totin' fire breathing monstrosity. Let's see what happens"
:D
Quote from: Artful on May 17, 2011, 06:13:44 AM
"We've replaced his regular brew with a ham sammich-totin' fire breathing monstrosity. Let's see what happens"
:D
I smell another film....something akin to the Mutual of Omaha NatGeo kind of film....LOL
Shows how much you know. Lars and have already discussed prices.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 17, 2011, 10:02:20 AM
Shows how much you know. Lars and have already discussed prices.
but this was before he "dared" you to sell it though, wasn't it?
here's some motivation (as if needed) [evil]
ktm 950 supermoto vs 990 superduke (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkGy5-fmsak#normal)
Song is Bad Dreams by Lyrics Born
Quote from: zooom on May 17, 2011, 10:28:16 AM
but this was before he "dared" you to sell it though, wasn't it?
lol It's irrelevant. He wants one, and I'm not hurting to sell it.
Got some fresh pr0n (or should I say pornografia, since it came from Italy) in the mail [evil]
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/triples_01.jpg)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/triples_02.jpg)
OH OH!! Adjustable even. Vewy nice...
very nice indeed....be a shame to put a rather mundane set of fork legs inside that jewelry....
meh, all I need to get this b**ch running is an exhaust (need a custom bend) and a set of tires (need to chose which). I'll put some thought into fancy bits later on: nicer suspension, 944 kit...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 17, 2011, 05:17:13 PM
Got some fresh pr0n (or should I say pornografia, since it came from Italy) in the mail [evil]
[thumbsup]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 17, 2011, 01:57:42 PM
here's some motivation (as if needed) [evil]
ktm 950 supermoto vs 990 superduke (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkGy5-fmsak#normal)
Song is Bad Dreams by Lyrics Born
Someone just rolled out from Battley's with a SuperDuke 990. From a Harley to a SuperDuke.....
Keep an eye on the obits section.
I went from a Harley to a Monster, but that's no Super Duke.
Ate some dinner... [bacon]
drank too much... [wine] [drink]
ordered a little something... ;D
G
P
R
Triple Thunder
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/$(KGrHqR,!iIE1MW-4n-JBNeNQzS9EQ~~0_12.JPG)
No shit?
This cigar's for you.
[thumbsup]
Got a deal I couldn't pass up. Emailed the guy and said, "You should really sell me this for 25% under list price since I don't know if I'll be able to keep the fan." A few minutes later, he said 20% and free shipping. I almost emailed back Really??
Paypal paid and now it's all over but the waiting, which may take 3-4 weeks depending on whether GPR has it in stock or has to build it.
Arrrrggghhhh!!!!!!!!!!! I hate waiting! Of course sometime soon, people will be saying, "Hey look at that obnoxious asshole on the Daytona with the coolest exhaust ever." [laugh]
Quote from: Ducatician on May 22, 2011, 04:53:59 AM
Of course sometime soon, people will be saying, "Hey look at that obnoxious asshole in the wrong lane on the Daytona with the coolest exhaust ever." [laugh]
Fixed it for yah
No fans = track bike. [evil]
Jim, it sounds like soon people will be staring at your backside in awe!
Quote from: tocino on May 22, 2011, 06:10:34 AM
Jim, it sounds like soon people will be staring at your backside in awe!
I hope they have wide-angle eyes so they can drink it all in! ;D
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 22, 2011, 05:29:40 AM
Fixed it for yah
No comments from the sad peanut gallery! [roll]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 22, 2011, 05:42:01 AM
No fans = track bike. [evil]
track bike = not riding any time I want [thumbsdown]
I'm pretty certain the fans will fit...or can be made to fit!
Took my ladies (wife and niece) to the British and European classic motorcycle day. [thumbsup]
Didn't see many CAM'ers there [thumbsdown]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 22, 2011, 12:21:37 PM
Didn't see many CAM'ers there [thumbsdown]
I was there with a lot of the BAD guys and I know I at least ran into Sad Panda. Surprising number of Ducatis in the parking lot.
Nice little show. Finally got to see a Ural in the flesh. I will own one of those.
Yep I was there with bikepilot and cagey as well
Found myself at aloss for words.
Gonna experiment with scrubbin bubbles on my jacket.
I'm going to need some of those bubbles for my eyes...
Gonna try draino.
HOT make the beast with two backsING DAMN!!!!!
Seller accepted my offer!!!
Now I've just got to clean this sick from the carpet...
CONGRATS!!!
Wrenching party at DRKWNG's!!!!!!!
Quote from: Lars D on May 22, 2011, 03:25:41 PM
Gonna try draino.
Dude! My CEL went off as we were leaving the side of the road! I shit you not!
Quote from: Lars D on May 22, 2011, 03:25:41 PM
Gonna try draino.
(http://ken-co.com/crc/brakleen.jpg)
If that doesn't work:
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/68/Belt_sander_bosch.jpg/757px-Belt_sander_bosch.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 22, 2011, 03:27:42 PM
Seller accepted my offer!!!
congrats!....where?
Quote from: Artful on May 22, 2011, 12:25:03 PM
I was there with a lot of the BAD guys and I know I at least ran into Sad Panda. Surprising number of Ducatis in the parking lot.
Saw the carbon covered helmet you made: very very nice! [thumbsup]
Thanks, I'm not thrilled with how the edges are staying down, but that's a pretty extreme application so I guess I can't hate on the 3M engineers too much.
I flew to Afghanistan today... yay!
Anyone on the DMF deployed in AF?
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 22, 2011, 01:51:05 PM
Yep I was there with bikepilot and cagey as well
Yep I followed Sad Panda and Cagey around - had a great time and thanks to you both for letting me tag along.
There were lots of really interesting old bikes on the concours and many interesting newer (and not-so-new) bikes in the general parking area. Sad Panda's Monster is quite amazing - this was the first time I'd seen it in the flesh (carbon?).
Also ran into some folks I know from the AMA District 6 trials series who were there doing the demo.
Thought about adjusting the throttle cable on the Daytona. [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 22, 2011, 03:27:42 PM
HOT make the beast with two backsING DAMN!!!!!
Seller accepted my offer!!!
Now I've just got to clean this sick from the carpet...
Congrats!
Hope you have a safe and uneventful six months Charlie.
Quote from: zooom on May 23, 2011, 04:25:01 AM
congrats!....where?
Occoquan.
What kinda boat you getting?
Tequila boat.
By the way, you'll be coming down to build a bar. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 23, 2011, 02:50:00 PM
Tequila boat.
By the way, you'll be coming down to build a bar. ;D
Now youre talking!
Quote from: Dragsterhund on May 23, 2011, 06:30:20 AM
I flew to Afghanistan today... yay!
Anyone on the DMF deployed in AF?
safe deployment.
drinks on the DMF when you get home.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 23, 2011, 02:35:24 PM
Occoquan.
You prolly know this already about your back yard - Hampton and Henderson roads are fun on a m/c. Good mnt biking circuit at Fountainhead, too. If only Thule made a bike rack for the 'Duke...
Quote from: rgramjet on May 23, 2011, 04:10:29 PM
Now youre talking!
I'm serious. The place already has water service, and a recess in one of the walls, set up. Now you just need to bring your redneck ass down there and carpent something for me.
Quote from: Autohag on May 23, 2011, 07:14:46 PM
You prolly know this already about your back yard - Hampton and Henderson roads are fun on a m/c. Good mnt biking circuit at Fountainhead, too. If only Thule made a bike rack for the 'Duke...
Only thing I know about the area so far is that there is a walkway, starting right behind the place, that leads to the Belgian pub in town.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 23, 2011, 07:21:33 PM
Only thing I know about the area so far is that there is a walkway, starting right behind the place, that leads to the Belgian pub in town.
Excellent! When's the party!?
Quote from: tocino on May 23, 2011, 08:14:16 PM
Excellent! When's the party!?
Right after you help me move all my shit. ;D
Quote from: Autohag on May 23, 2011, 07:14:46 PM
If only Thule made a bike rack for the 'Duke...
probably look on ADVRider and there is probably a template for building one I'd bet...I know Blueshark John had one built for his ST4 and I know a girl who has one for her R1100RT and I saw a guy with a bike rigged up on the back of his CB919....so I know it can be done...
Thought about adjusting the throttle on the Daytona. Finally did it and integrated the integrated tail light so I can lose the stock signals.
Wandered down to Nowhere, MD. [moto] Got lost, found myself, got lost again. [moto] Caught a few sprinkles of rain on the way home, hit a dry Harwood and had a little fun. [moto]
Finally around to replacing the leaky in-house water main valve. Now that I can easily shut water off to the house I have a few plumbing projects to take care of. Only downside was that the leaky shower valve that motivated replacing the main is now stuck further open. I get to use that brand spankin new main anytime I want to use water until my parts come in from Amazon unless I want a constant trickle in the shower. Girlfriend is thrilled. She'll deal.
Put the battery back in the Guzzi. Then I had to take it out again because I forgot a bolt for the side tool-box. Nothing like balancing a 20 lb battery, preventing the side box's door from swinging open and holding said bolt while trying to feed it through the backside of the box while ratcheting the nut on the other side without dropping the tools, hardware or battery. Only took 2 hours or so.
Wonder if the Guzzi guys consulted with KTM on battery placement...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 25, 2011, 03:45:00 AM
Wonder if the Guzzi guys consulted with KTM on battery placement...
KTM: world leader in 2-wheel S&M. [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 25, 2011, 03:55:00 AM
KTM: world leader in 2-wheel S&M. [laugh]
not even close....I think Cagiva got the lock on that way before KTM....try doing some of the stuff on the Gran Canyon and look at how much insanity of disassembly you have to go through...
Not so much the placement, but a combo of the weight of the battery and the fact that one of the leads is really short. The Guzzi lump is based off a WWII Half-Track motor (so I 've heard) and no expense was spared on weight reduction increasment. It has a huge freaking battery that weighs a ton - lots of guys use some WalMart brand tractor battery).
Of course it's not like I had all year to replace the short lead with a longer one.
Really, if the battery had a handle at the top that would be great (it sits between the frame rails under the seat).
I'd opt for a smaller battery, but a) I'm not concerned about weight and b) It's nice to know I can jump start a Federation Starship if need be.
Hit the triadelphia reservoir area and points north/west of there...
met a very nice [leo] who threatened lots and gave me a warning...
"because [I'm old] and know better, so keep it under control."
Sold some big torque wrenches to Jim who manage to appear at my place, on a bike with no bag, bungee or hope... Lucky for him a had some baggy things from a (runnung) race packet that were mostly big enough.
Hope you made to home with both wrenches and no incidents.
Yeah, yeah. At least I showed up with the important $tuff. Bag worked perfect...although the bigger wrench kept knocking me in the back of the head. Got some interesting looks along the way too.
Quote from: Ducatician on May 26, 2011, 05:35:36 AM
Yeah, yeah. At least I showed up with the important $tuff.
Only after forgetting and having to go find an ATM if I remember your story right ;D
- While I'm sellin' stuff - you interested in some cold/wet weather gear?
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 26, 2011, 05:41:06 AM
Only after forgetting and having to go find an ATM if I remember your story right ;D
- While I'm sellin' stuff - you interested in some cold/wet weather gear?
Probably. PM me with what you're looking to unload.
Quote from: tocino on May 25, 2011, 06:46:56 AM
Not so much the placement, but a combo of the weight of the battery and the fact that one of the leads is really short. The Guzzi lump is based off a WWII Half-Track motor (so I 've heard) and no expense was spared on weight reduction increasment. It has a huge freaking battery that weighs a ton - lots of guys use some WalMart brand tractor battery).
Of course it's not like I had all year to replace the short lead with a longer one.
Really, if the battery had a handle at the top that would be great (it sits between the frame rails under the seat).
I'd opt for a smaller battery, but a) I'm not concerned about weight and b) It's nice to know I can jump start a Federation Starship if need be.
Check out Full Spectrum Power... Jason can build you a battery that could start a car and is smaller and lighter than what you're running in there now. In full disclosure, I've done some work for him in the past so I'm "affliliated" with FSP, but I was using his batteries before I worked for him and he really does make a good product... and he's local (Reston). Everything made in the USA (including the cells). If you pick up this month's RoadRacingWorld, they did a comparison of lightweight, compact motorcycle batteries from a buch of different companies, so you have a lot of options, so shop around.
www.fullspectrumpower.com (//http://)
I'm not affiliated with him - and I have one of his batteries and it's a [thumbsup]. There is a good bit more cost, but considering what folks pay to shave an ounce or two from a bike with some parts, the cost of the battery is a steal. They are so much lighter than a lead battery it's almost silly. They also have a smaller foot print than a lead battery, which for me was a bonus as it allowed me to hide my power commander, it's wires and such in the battery box as opposed to snaked through the frame and under my seat.
The one catch I've found is that they are more sensitive to cold temps and it knocks down the cranking power a good bit.
Quote from: Dragsterhund on May 26, 2011, 06:04:49 AM
Check out Full Spectrum Power... Jason can build you a battery that could start a car and is smaller and lighter than what you're running in there now. In full disclosure, I've done some work for him in the past so I'm "affliliated" with FSP, but I was using his batteries before I worked for him and he really does make a good product... and he's local (Reston). Everything made in the USA (including the cells). If you pick up this month's RoadRacingWorld, they did a comparison of lightweight, compact motorcycle batteries from a buch of different companies, so you have a lot of options, so shop around.
www.fullspectrumpower.com (//http://) (//http://) (//http://)
Cool - thanks!
Hey SP, I know some fancy batteries need just a bit of exercise before cranking when cold. I've heard that turning the headlight on for 30-seconds or a minute before cranking will actually make them work better in cold weather. Haven't used one myself yet though - the bikes I have and am worried about weight have no batteries at all. Eventually maybe I'll try and knock some lbs off the street machines though:)
As for what I did - last night I hung the H1 from the garage door track bracket to remove the front wheel, which is off at MFI getting fresh rubber installed right now [evil]
Had a little chat with a guy about welding an exaust for Bianca.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 26, 2011, 12:48:49 PM
Had a little chat with a guy about welding an exaust for Bianca.
out of what kind of material? T304?
New shower system came in, time to cut some drywall and sweat some copper :) (oh, and pray that the distance between valves is the same so I don't have to cut tile... :-\ )
Quote from: zooom on May 26, 2011, 12:54:43 PM
out of what kind of material? T304?
likely to be whatever stock exhaust are made of. :-[
This is still phase 1 for me, IE: get the pregnant dog running asap. So I plan to have him adapt either a stock 748/996 or S2r exhaust for my needs.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 26, 2011, 01:42:01 PM
likely to be whatever stock exhaust are made of. :-[
This is still phase 1 for me, IE: get the pregnant dog running asap. So I plan to have him adapt either a stock 748/996 or S2r exhaust for my needs.
I might know a guy with an s2r exhaust if you don't have one already. ;)
They're...glorious...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/SBKForks.jpg)
Quote from: Artful on May 27, 2011, 11:36:19 AM
They're...glorious...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/SBKForks.jpg)
wooo hooo! [thumbsup]
Ehm, are those mounts for 65mm calipers or 40mm calipers?
Looks rather like 40 to me
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 27, 2011, 11:57:14 AM
Looks rather like 40 to me
that's what I thought, well I have a nice pair from the 900 sitting around ... ;)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 27, 2011, 12:01:17 PM
that's what I thought, well I have a nice pair from the 900 sitting around ... ;)
"buy SBK forks, they bolt right on" says the man with calipers to sell.
Quote from: Artful on May 27, 2011, 12:04:28 PM
"buy SBK forks, they bolt right on" says the man with calipers to sell.
hey, whose thread ended up in the tutorials section?!? not mine, 'cause I don't know shit [laugh]
4-pad calipers?
320mm rotors,you know, big boy stuff.
Quote from: Lars D on May 27, 2011, 01:11:47 PM
320mm rotors,you know, big boy stuff.
Orrrrrrrr... the 65mm SBK forks I just bought.
So - Who wants some super sweet 748 forks with holes for 40mm calipers?
EDIT: Nevermind, the Mad King has come to the rescue. Big honkin calipers and rotors will be going on when I have a bit more bling in the bank.
from now on I shall be know as "King Pepe` The Great"!
[cheeky] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 27, 2011, 02:12:19 PM
from now on I shall be know as "King Pepe` The Great The Modest"!
Fixed that for ya, oh sire.
Just finished up with the home inspection. Now having a margarita while waiting on my food.
Update:
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC00234.jpg)
Third Jameson of the evening, wheeeeee!
Quote from: Artful on May 27, 2011, 05:19:54 PM
Third Jameson of the evening, wheeeeee!
Wrong thread.
Here you go:
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43096.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43096.0)
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 27, 2011, 05:23:45 PM
Quote from: Artful on May 27, 2011, 05:19:54 PM
Third Jameson of the evening, wheeeeee!
Wrong thread.
No wonder things don't just bolt up for you... [laugh] [cheeky]
They might not bolt right up, but I just got a Challenger SRT8 sideways through a turn and at least a foot off the ground so all in all I call it a great success of an evening.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 27, 2011, 03:15:18 PM
Just finished up with the home inspection. Now having a margarita while waiting on my food.
[thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 27, 2011, 03:15:18 PM
Just finished up with the home inspection. Now having a margarita while waiting on my food.
Congrats man!
Cheers. We're going to try and get the appraisal scheduled for early next week. From there, it will just be a hop, skip and a jump away.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 28, 2011, 06:40:30 AM
it will just be a hop, skip and a jump away.
By that you mean paperwork. Gobs and gobs of paperwork.
Just got back from the first 2/3rds of the normal Sunday run. Harwood is clear now. [thumbsup]
Went to work [bang] [bang] [puke]
got bit in the ass [bang] [bang] [bang]
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/no_likey_01.jpg)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/no_likey_02.jpg)
wife just told me: "well you said you like challenges...". bless her wicked little heart.
So, how far/long is that going to set you back?
Hello, complete newbie here. I did my first day of MSF today and tomorrow will be day 2! Had a blast and currently starting to look for a M696 or M620. Glad to be here and look forward to meeting some of you.
Quote from: vel525 on May 28, 2011, 08:30:54 PM
Hello, complete newbie here. I did my first day of MSF today and tomorrow will be day 2! Had a blast and currently starting to look for a M696 or M620. Glad to be here and look forward to meeting some of you.
Welcome to the loony bin! ;D
As far as bikes go, you can also look at a M695 (same engine as the 696, but old-school looks) and a M750 (about the same power as a M620).
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 28, 2011, 07:10:05 PM
So, how far/long is that going to set you back?
Don't know yet, so far I've figured I have 3 options:
- cut & weld the current frame (fast & easy, but safe?)
- get a 999/749 frame (more $$)
- get SBK engine cases and migrate the whole shit (FML)
And I'm going to try them in this order.
The guy I contacted to do the exhaust (Bruce in Falls Church, VA) has done work on motocross bikes so he might be able to take care of the whole thing for me.
Do you know for certain that the motor will drop straight into a 7/999 frame?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 29, 2011, 04:25:20 AM
Do you know for certain that the motor will drop straight into a 7/999 frame?
That's what TAft did with his
bike (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=37734.0)
And I guess that's why the folks at RAD and Kaemna use 749/999 frames.... :-\
Fair enough then. So with that in mind, what other motors will fit in a Tamburini frame?
Most 4V engines *should* fit. The issue with 2V engines is the swingarm axle. It will fit if either you cut off the part where the swingarm axle goes through the frame or you use a 749/999 frame.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 29, 2011, 05:07:27 AM
Fair enough then. So with that in mind, what other motors will fit in a Tamburini frame?
Followed Jim through Harwood today so I could watch his positioning on the bike. Gave him a few pointers afterward, and now he's faster. :D
Twas the cable.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 29, 2011, 04:01:15 PM
Followed Jim through Harwood today so I could watch his positioning on the bike. Gave him a few pointers afterward, and now he's faster. :D
Spent some time at the Mall.
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-05-29_20-21-08_890.jpg)
Quote from: Ducatician on May 29, 2011, 07:11:54 PM
Spent some time at the Mall.
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-05-29_20-21-08_890.jpg)
You did the chick on the lower right?
And Lars, here's a bit of yesterday's ride:
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=39.352976,-77.130794&q=http://share.gps.motionxlive.com/shr/x/kmz/f7b205f29575ec6b4c173e201fa45e83 (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=39.352976,-77.130794&q=http://share.gps.motionxlive.com/shr/x/kmz/f7b205f29575ec6b4c173e201fa45e83)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 29, 2011, 04:16:49 AM
As far as bikes go, you can also look at a M695 (same engine as the 696, but old-school looks) and a M750 (about the same power as a M620).
Ok, correction time...
The 695 and 620 shared an engine - that was bored and the stroke shortened to get 77 more CCs. The 696 has an all new engine.
The Carby 750 was about the same power as the 620. The injected 750 had some more go.
And Sunday I went west to avoid the shoals of pirates... and had a nice chat with a VA public servant who gave me a nice yellow piece of paper to take home and asked me to come visit again in a few weeks :-\
Quote from: Sad Panda on May 31, 2011, 11:41:24 AM
And Sunday I went west to avoid the shoals of pirates... and had a nice chat with a VA public servant who gave me a nice yellow piece of paper to take home and asked me to come visit again in a few weeks :-\
ARRGGGHH, bummer! Is it a "payable" offense? Or do you _have_ to make a guest appearance?
Quote from: Autohag on May 31, 2011, 11:58:33 AM
ARRGGGHH, bummer! Is it a "payable" offense? Or do you _have_ to make a guest appearance?
It's a have to.
The hell of it was we (Cagey was with me) had been very well behaved. Then we get this lady in a black Merc that pulls out in front of us and proceeds to muck about on her cell phone. She varied speed from just above to 5+ below the speed limit and crossed the double yellows several times in a couple miles. When I got a dashed yellow I scooted around her. As Cagey was behind, I wanted to do my pass quickly to give him the ability to pass on the dashes. To my misfortune, a Statey appeared on the horizon as I was fully passing her and it got the blue n red discos.
I hate my job, how was this ride
And Lars, here's a bit of yesterday's ride:
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=39.352976,-77.130794&q=http://share.gps.motionxlive.com/shr/x/kmz/f7b205f29575ec6b4c173e201fa45e83 (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=39.352976,-77.130794&q=http://share.gps.motionxlive.com/shr/x/kmz/f7b205f29575ec6b4c173e201fa45e83)
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Quote from: Sad Panda on May 31, 2011, 11:41:24 AM
And Sunday I went west to avoid the shoals of pirates... and had a nice chat with a VA public servant who gave me a nice yellow piece of paper to take home and asked me to come visit again in a few weeks :-\
Sorry to hear this. Should have come east with us. No pirates to be seen, and I even got someone trying to set me up with her friend.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 31, 2011, 01:53:51 PM
F'ing HOT!
OK, how were the roads and where's the video?
Some of the roads were really sweet! And others were quite bumpy. Followed two guys on Hypers while in north-western lands. They knew those roads like you wouldn't believe, which led to a few "oh shit" moments by us city folk. ;D
And me have no camera. Ted didn't bring his either, so no vid for you.
Yeah, that one left hander in particular the vacuum caused by your asshole puckering helped pull me through the turn.
Quote from: Artful on May 31, 2011, 07:03:12 PM
Yeah, that one left hander in particular the vacuum caused by your asshole puckering helped pull me through the turn.
That is a visual none of us needed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [puke]
Quote from: Ducatician on May 31, 2011, 07:05:53 PM
That is a visual none of us needed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! [puke]
While I agree wholeheartedly, I felt it was needed to convey the absurdity of said turn. The G forces had my helmet pasted to my tank.
Quote from: Artful on June 01, 2011, 07:48:27 AM
While I agree wholeheartedly, I felt it was needed to convey the absurdity of said turn. The G forces had my helmet pasted to my tank.
makes me curious to know what left hander....
It's not too far out of Thurmont, Mike Bowman would have to tell you exactly what road but it might have been 77. It sets up as a pretty sharp left hander, but then mid-turn takes it to Ludicrous speed by decreasing radius and banking sharply. I was looking essentially up and behind me for the exit.
It was awesome.
When is the next time this ride is gonna happen with the asshole vortex turn?
was this maybe coming off of Wolfsville Rd after comign down the roller coaster whoopdy woo road that I call the backbone?
We were definitely on Wolfsville Rd, not sure if that's where the turn was though. We were coming up a very steep climb with a slow right hander then all hell broke loose into a few tight twists, the left hander was the first.
rebuilt the PVC frame for the airbag boatlift. Some work on the bags and it's sailing season. (have to go pick up new main halyard from APS this week still).
Quote from: Artful on June 01, 2011, 01:04:36 PM
We were definitely on Wolfsville Rd, not sure if that's where the turn was though. We were coming up a very steep climb with a slow right hander then all hell broke loose into a few tight twists, the left hander was the first.
I know EXACTLY where you were...that is a nice tight blind left and I love it!
Quote from: zooom on June 01, 2011, 01:37:11 PM
I know EXACTLY where you were...that is a nice tight blind left and I love it!
I think it's going up (east) on 77, right?
99% sure it is this: http://goo.gl/maps/RJYi (http://goo.gl/maps/RJYi)
Google Maps takes the elevation/banking out of the perspective, but you can still see it's a great turn :D
Yep
Improvised (thank you Ca-cycleworks!) [cheeky]
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xN7SHurf7wU/TejQhghMfMI/AAAAAAAAANs/ZTuyZ1B7IXM/s800/2011-06-03%25252008.00.33.jpg)
So what is going on there Mas?
The deepening shame of that poor poor 750...
Meh, stuff vibrates itself loose, nothing new. I'm just glad (and suprised) it hadn't fallen off!
She's coming up due for an oil change and valve check, but other than that she's good. I even took care of the fuel line and installed a manual petcock. [thumbsup]
Speaking of valve checks, anyone interested in a garage get-together for one of these?
Depending on when, I might be able to help. Or I could lent you my valve check stuff. I've got all the specialized stuff one might need.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 03, 2011, 10:23:28 AMSpeaking of valve checks, anyone interested in a garage get-together for one of these?
I'm two weeks away from having my top triple to do the SBK conversion (apparently Speedymoto had to mine the raw aluminum to make it) and the BAD guys are planning a garage day for a few things around that time. If you guys can break free of DC's gravitational pull it's always the more the merrier.
Quote from: Artful on June 03, 2011, 10:40:18 AM
I'm two weeks away from having my top triple to do the SBK conversion
That will be fun to watch! [popcorn]
Thanks for the offer Eyan, I'm just looking for an excuse to mix beer and tools [beer]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 03, 2011, 10:23:28 AM
Speaking of valve checks, anyone interested in a garage get-together for one of these?
I'm in!
Quote from: Ducatician on June 03, 2011, 11:58:15 AM
I'm in!
then it must be wide and well lubed! [laugh]
sorry, looooooooong day at work today and i'm really tired.
The wife called and said the new floats for the old H1 are in, so with some luck I'll install those tonight or this morning. with a lot of luck that'll solve my power-loss-after-4-miles-of-freeway problem.
Quote from: Artful on June 03, 2011, 10:40:18 AM
I'm two weeks away from having my top triple to do the SBK conversion (apparently Speedymoto had to mine the raw aluminum to make it) and the BAD guys are planning a garage day for a few things around that time. If you guys can break free of DC's gravitational pull it's always the more the merrier.
My bike is due for a 20K service.....I am in for a garage day if someone can help me do the check! Otherwise it might be tape time for the rims Ted [Dolph]. Wish I had more modding to do other than maintenance.
Picked up squid tentacles on 66 returning from the twisties [Dolph]
Setting up my new Mac. Some of it's OS and App UI is infuriating. Gotta get used to it.
Quote from: tocino on June 05, 2011, 02:16:51 PM
Setting up my new Mac. Some of it's OS and App UI is infuriating. Gotta get used to it.
Damn thing must've heard me. I locked up 20 seconds after posting that. :D
Quote from: tocino on June 05, 2011, 02:16:51 PM
Setting up my new Mac.
'Bout damn time. I mean, how can you be a hipster without a Mac?
;D
Got a $20 off $100 coupon from Advance Auto... like shooting fish in a bucket [cheeky]
Then came home and did a little work on the Monster, put in a good exhaust bolt, fixed the rear turn signal (damn mofito!), swapped fairings (carbon fiber needs some lovin'), stopped the front brake light switch from sticking, cleaned up the bike a bit (not that it shows [laugh]), and decided to top everything off by swapping gas tanks.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nV_AWIJJMW8/TewP3SVCSfI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/yR-w_MPFtFI/s800/2011-06-05%25252017.58.46.jpg)
Should have come riding with us. We had a cracking time.
Soiled my leathers in a corner full of cut grass :o ...Arrggghhhhh! Slow-mo replay: bike going down [thumbsdown], foot on the ground [thumbsdown], "Hey, dumbass! See if that 'give it gas thing' works!" Yep, it did. I believe my heart rate exceeded the maximum recommended rate...or it stopped while this happened.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 05, 2011, 05:40:59 PM
Should have come riding with us. We had a cracking time.
Meh, my 2-wheel mistress was demanding attention! :-[
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 05, 2011, 06:29:16 PM
Meh, my 2-wheel mistress was demanding attention! :-[
How is Bianca? Hope she's close to making her grand entrance!
Quote from: Ducatician on June 05, 2011, 07:55:48 PM
How is Bianca? Hope she's close to making her grand entrance!
Bruno, ehm Bruce, the frame & exhaust guy, has been out of town, so that's on hold until he gets back. [laugh]
went to the National Harbor, ate Thai food at a Chinese Restaurant that played Mexican music. A very "eclectic" day
Spent the entire weekend replumbing the house. Other than the kitchen sink and the dishwasher, literally the entire house. 50s era galvanized is out, fresh copper is in (CPVC is for sissies) and after a weekend of crapping in the grocery store down the street, I can proudly say my crapper is open for business.
And the shower valve doesn't leak anymore either (the original problem that started this entire project).
Quote from: Artful on June 05, 2011, 11:47:45 PM
...and after a weekend of crapping in the neighbor's front lawn...
Fixed that for you.
Seriously though, what's wrong with using the store?
:D
Quote from: Artful on June 05, 2011, 11:47:45 PM
and after a weekend of crapping in the grocery store down the street, I can proudly say my crapper is open for business.
But now you have to clean it regularly! Personally, I try to use the crapper in the community room of my condo building. Saves cleaning time and prevents paint peeling in my place. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 06, 2011, 03:21:24 AM
Fixed that for you.
Seriously though, what's wrong with using the store?
:D
For the crapper, nothing. But when you're showering in the produce misters people start talking.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 05, 2011, 05:19:10 PM
.....and decided to top everything off by swapping gas tanks.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-nV_AWIJJMW8/TewP3SVCSfI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/yR-w_MPFtFI/s800/2011-06-05%25252017.58.46.jpg)
almost matches your jacket now....
Came out of my job to find that I lost one of my rear passenger pegs :'( Remember to make sure those c-clamps are on tightly kiddies. All the stinkin replacement parts are going to cost over 30 bucks. [bang]
There's a rather wondrous creation out there, maybe you've heard of it. Loctite.
Just sayin'
Quote from: zooom on June 06, 2011, 06:12:38 AM
almost matches your jacket now....
Always liked a yellow monster, don't know why. Yesterday was great, there was ben's, wunmi's and mine in a row next to each other. ;D
Quote from: 696DCRider on June 07, 2011, 09:36:17 PM
Came out of my job to find that I lost one of my rear passenger pegs :'( Remember to make sure those c-clamps are on tightly kiddies. All the stinkin replacement parts are going to cost over 30 bucks. [bang]
Proper torquing should, in theory, do it. But then I almost lost my exhaust the same way... [laugh] If you do use loctite, careful which one you pick. I think the red one is for stuff you
*don't want ever* to come apart.
...ummm...locktite doesn't work very well on a c-clip....
I rode the DR home last night with a broken throttle cable. Thankfully its possible to reach the carb butterfly cam while riding (though not easily). This meant commuting on the H1 today [Dolph]
Yes, this.
Quote from: zooom on June 08, 2011, 04:57:11 AM
...ummm...locktite doesn't work very well on a c-clip....
New tires on the daytona and then most of the Bowie run to Harwood:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-06-13_16-43-34_393.jpg)
Boooo Dunlops.
Doesn't much look like you've fixed your plate yet. ;)
Quote from: Ducatician on June 13, 2011, 02:50:25 PM
I like'em!
And you will... for the next 2500-3000 miles. Then they will be corded and worthless.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 13, 2011, 05:02:17 PM
Doesn't much look like you've fixed your plate yet. ;)
It's the new throttle tube. ;D
Quote from: Ducatician on June 13, 2011, 02:17:30 PM
New tires on the daytona and then most of the Bowie run to Harwood:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-06-13_16-43-34_393.jpg)
Is it me, or do they already look squared off? ;D
Welcome to life with Qualifiers [bang]
I squared mine the first week I had them commuting. The good news is that they can be rounded back out with a spirited ride, the bad news is they will spend their entire lives in some form of parallelogram.
Rode two up to Shake Shack and had some tasty goodies then took a little jaunt around the city.
Nice. How does it compare to Ray's or Five Guys? I still gotta make it out there.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on June 14, 2011, 06:59:30 PM
Rode two up to Shake Shack and had some tasty goodies then took a little jaunt around the city.
Took a 120 evening ride then am grabbing grub with a few guys at the moment at Rad's. Great damn ride, but I have three pounds of insect wildlife on my visor...
A guy in my office has been raving about the Shake Shack in Dupont. I need to run up there - maybe lunch today ;D
Quote from: 696DCRider on June 14, 2011, 07:29:30 PM
Nice. How does it compare to Ray's or Five Guys? I still gotta make it out there.
Quote from: bikepilot on June 15, 2011, 04:59:47 AM
A guy in my office has been raving about the Shake Shack in Dupont. I need to run up there - maybe lunch today ;D
Shake Shack is the world of burgers is a probably the 2nd best place in the city behind Five Guys. Rays Burger is in a class by itself. Everything about it is great. The fries leave you wanting.
Colleagues and I decided if Shake Shack, Five Guys and Good Stuff were all on the same block it would the trifecta. Burger from Shake Shack, fries from Five Guys and a shake from Good Stuff.
What about elevation?
Shake shack burgers didn't do much for me. Not bad at all, but I'd take others over them
I'll have to give it a shot for sure then:) Another great burger in the city is found at the Palm - yes the pretentious, fancy dining place. Its not even horribly expensive at about $15 (including a ton of decent fries) - I prefer it to Morton's burgers. Its a huge stake-house style burger.
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 15, 2011, 05:39:41 AM
What about elevation?
I wasn' that impressed by Elevation.....good...but it didn't blow my doors off in a wowzers fashion...of course that could be because I was prepped as it being the awesomest burger ever (by a 12 y.o. girl)and felt a little let down...generally speaking though, I'd rather no expectation and be blown away, than to go into an awesome burger joint and be let down...
Quote from: bikepilot on June 15, 2011, 05:47:55 AM
I'll have to give it a shot for sure then:) Another great burger in the city is found at the Palm - yes the pretentious, fancy dining place. Its not even horribly expensive at about $15 (including a ton of decent fries) - I prefer it to Morton's burgers. Its a huge stake-house style burger.
Pilot, we're going to have to hang sometime soon as I am a self prescribed BURGER lover. The Morton's and Palm burger are in the same category with Ray's. They're big, come with a ton or options and are typically made with Kobe or some other high end beer. If you like the Palm and Morton's, give Central a try. Burger is very good.
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 15, 2011, 05:39:41 AM
What about elevation?
Shake shack burgers didn't do much for me. Not bad at all, but I'd take others over them
Elevation didn't do it for me either. I think it's their lack of choices. Love the healthy kick they're on but no CHEESE is an issue for me. What burger joint doesn't offer cheese?
A Team Quick Burger Joints
1. Five Guys
2. Shake Shack
3. Ted's Bulletin/Good Stuff
The lot of the rest include, Zee Burgers, Elevation, etc. etc....
Has anyone tried BGR (http://www.bgrtheburgerjoint.com/)? There's one in Dupont and another in Clarendon (that I'm aware of).
Quote from: Autohag on June 15, 2011, 07:15:08 AM
Has anyone tried BGR (http://www.bgrtheburgerjoint.com/)? There's one in Dupont and another in Clarendon (that I'm aware of).
dolci and I have gone to the one in Bethesda...AWESOME SHAKES!, fries are pretty decent, AND THE BURGERS...well...some of their flavors are good and some seem to be a bit weird...but usually they have a special burger of the month which is unusual and kicks-ass....
A'ight, thanks! Looks like I have lunch figured out...
Just to add more burger chaos. When these guys open back up they will seize the thrown again.
Rogue States - http://dupontcircle.wusa9.com/news/restaurants/owner-rogue-states-dupont-says-burger-shop-will-re-open-later-month-under-new-name/58585 (http://dupontcircle.wusa9.com/news/restaurants/owner-rogue-states-dupont-says-burger-shop-will-re-open-later-month-under-new-name/58585)
Definitely MadDuc 20/20, I haven't tried Rays or Central yet and I love burgers. At fancy law firm lunches at the Palm I always order a burger - I'm classy like that :P
Quote from: bikepilot on June 15, 2011, 01:30:33 PM
At fancy law firm lunches at the Palm I always order a burger - I'm classy like that :P
but what do you wash it down with?
I;d say the next time you need to order a PBR for that true touch of class!
I've asked bartenders in absolute dive bars for a goblet with a can of Natty Boh before just to see their reaction.
Quote from: Artful on June 15, 2011, 01:57:28 PM
I've asked bartenders in absolute dive bars for a goblet with a can of Natty Boh before just to see their reaction.
Reminiscent of the 32oz schooner of Strohs that can be had at the Fish Market in Old Town Alexandria.......so nice!
Quote from: rgramjet on June 15, 2011, 04:00:38 PM
Reminiscent of the 32oz schooner of Strohs that can be had at the Fish Market in Old Town Alexandria.......so nice!
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/facepalm/20080918_Picard_Facepalm.jpg)
Doesn't have to be Strohs anymore yasnobya!
Recovering from London / Silverstone MotoGP "man-cation". You see every bike known to man being ridden around London.
Quote from: tocino on June 16, 2011, 09:49:43 AM
Recovering from London / Silverstone MotoGP "man-cation". You see every bike known to man being ridden around London.
were you in the crowd for Colin Edwards Saturday afternoon/evening rant full of swearin and Colin-ness?
Nope - but here's the vid for those who've missed it: Colin Edwards on stage at Silverstone 2011 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdqTMPwjqR8#normal)
(and I wouldn't call it a rant - he wasn't angry, just being Colin. On painkillers.)
Finally washed the bike! [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 16, 2011, 03:26:24 PM
Finally washed the bike! [laugh]
You should at least spray some soap on it or something so the rain can do a better job...
Quote from: tocino on June 16, 2011, 02:28:54 PM
(and I wouldn't call it a rant - he wasn't angry, just being Colin. On painkillers.)
painkillers?!?!?!.....boyo was trashed on more than just pain killers...but you are right...he wasn;t angry or anything...but he was his as usual funny self...
Quote from: tocino on June 16, 2011, 02:28:54 PM
(and I wouldn't call it a rant - he wasn't angry, just being Colin. On painkillers.)
Hilarious!
interviewer: 8th place without moving on the bike, when you're feeling better would you consider not moving on the bike, 'cause that's pretty good really, isn't it?
colin: I'm thinking 9 through 16th are a bunch of pussies. did I say that out loud? well I was just thinking that, but maybe I did say that out loud...
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Washed my bike this morning. Next task is to diagnose an electrical problem with the good ole multimeter this evening.
Quote from: gwjcat on June 17, 2011, 09:24:00 AM
Washed my bike this morning.
That right there is the most likely cause! [laugh]
Friends don't let friends wash their (Italian) bikes! ;)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 17, 2011, 10:21:26 AM
That right there is the most likely cause! [laugh]
Friends don't let friends wash their (Italian) bikes! ;)
I can't have a dirty vehicle. It's not in my DNA! [thumbsup]
Quote from: gwjcat on June 17, 2011, 10:51:46 AM
I can't have a dirty vehicle. It's not in my DNA! [thumbsup]
BUT...it is in it's DNA...Ducati North America!
Quote from: zooom on June 17, 2011, 11:00:13 AM
BUT...it is in it's DNA...Ducati North America!
[roll] zooom get back behind your bar and mix us something good, maybe then your jokes will be funny
...
maybe
[cheeky] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 17, 2011, 11:33:17 AM
[roll] zooom get back behind your bar and mix us something good, maybe then your jokes will be funny
...
maybe
[cheeky] [laugh]
NO COINTREAU FOR YOU!
meanwhile, I'll sit back with a new experimentation of island flavor fantasy margarita's that I am concocting in my head!
Quote from: zooom on June 17, 2011, 12:19:08 PM
island flavor fantasy margarita's
Nothing wrong with those.
Quote from: zooom on June 17, 2011, 12:19:08 PM
meanwhile, I'll sit back with a new experimentation of island flavor fantasy margarita's that I am concocting in my head!
Shurely you'll need devoted and reliable guinea pigs to test on.... I think I might just fit the bill ;D
Went to Duc Pond (yesterday) following the direction provided by twolanefun , it was a fun ride . He sure knows "few roads". Got my tail chop kit done, was riding back on rain . Other than my phone resting in peace due to rain, It was a fun ride :D
Quote from: 99Zulu on June 18, 2011, 09:48:06 AM
Went to Duc Pond (yesterday) following the direction provided by twolanefun , it was a fun ride . He sure knows "few roads". Got my tail chop kit done, was riding back on rain . Other than my phone resting in peace due to rain, It was a fun ride :D
A long distance tail chop might be a better way to insure rain than a freshly waxed car! Post up some pics!
did the sugarloaf mtn loop twice ;D this is mt ephraim rd.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-kvaE4ruiYvY/Tf41toxUyFI/AAAAAAAAAQc/D6yo537mGEE/s800/2011-06-19%25252012.13.25.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-KrV46PQe_oQ/Tf41zs8A6nI/AAAAAAAAAQg/msPIf72-N1Y/s800/2011-06-19%25252012.12.49.jpg)
Time for an adventure bike maybe?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 19, 2011, 05:01:16 PM
Time for an adventure bike maybe?
Why do you think he's building Bianca?!? ;D
Quote from: Ducatician on June 19, 2011, 05:11:30 PM
Why do you think he's building Bianca?!? ;D
Not quite the sort of adventure I had in mind...
Got level 2 totally controlled...Holy Crap! that last exercise is a blast! Imagine Harwood Road tied in a knot and thrown into a parking lot full of curbs :o and light poles :o. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Ducatician on June 19, 2011, 05:11:30 PM
Why do you think he's building Bianca?!? ;D
Bianca is going to be much closer to a streetfighter than to a proper adventure (touring) bike.
I've been toying with the idea of a Guzzi Quota or Stelvio for a while now, something with the reliability (and power) for some (possibly 2-up) long distance touring.
But I'm also thinking of something a bit lighter that could double as a Motard and (with a change of tires) do some light off-road with it.
Meh, decisions! [thumbsdown]
Quote from: Ducatician on June 19, 2011, 05:15:33 PMGot level 2 totally controlled...Holy Crap! that last exercise is a blast! Imagine Harwood Road tied in a knot and thrown into a parking lot full of curbs and light poles
Huh? Is this a video game or an exercise regime you're talking about? I'm (easily) confused.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 19, 2011, 06:17:11 PMBianca is going to be much closer to a streetfighter than to a proper adventure (touring) bike.
Me likely that idea.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 19, 2011, 06:17:11 PMMeh, decisions[thumbsdown]
I've decided not to decide anymore!
Saturday I actually rode the 900SS - on the road even! Went up to Bal'mer to check out the Maryland Traditions festival where a friend was showing his mad banjo-building skillz. The brakes sure need bleeding (actually I just need to put on the 749 Radial Master Cyl I got) - almost ran into the back of a car when the lever came waaay back. Whoops!
And then I actually started to assemble the Norton. Of course now I have to undue 1/2 of that so I can redo it right [laugh]
Quote from: tocino on June 20, 2011, 08:40:51 AM
Huh? Is this a video game or an exercise regime you're talking about? I'm (easily) confused.
This was the Lee Parks Total Control-Level 2 class that I took on Sunday. [Dolph]
Got my 81/55 ticket traded in for a improper passing model
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 20, 2011, 12:20:05 PM
Got my 81/55 ticket traded in for a improper passing model
Isn't that still a moving violation? Did you try to get it to a non-moving violation?
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 20, 2011, 12:20:05 PM
Got my 81/55 ticket traded in for a improper passing model
SO, like $100 and a point?....
It is - but way down the ladder from what I got tagged with. I had the max good boy points one can carry in va so my record still is in the positive points territory.
While getting a non moving would have been nice it didn't seem like a realistic goal
It's $150 and 3 pts
Still better than the alternative from what i recall.
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 20, 2011, 12:48:37 PM
It's $150 and 3 pts
Sounds like my pass-on-right: $90 and 3 points. I just paid the facking thing and plan to take a defensive driver course at some point to knock the points down. Maybe we can be classmates?..
Similar to yours. I already did the class...
Closed on the town house. AND, am getting $2100 back! ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 20, 2011, 02:30:16 PM
Closed on the town house. AND, am getting $2100 back! ;D
That's a nice exhaust on your new bike! And some gas for a couple of Bowie runs.
Both bikes already have a nice exhaust. BUT, I'd be looking at one of the Ti Zard systems for the SC if I was going for another Auspuff. Other than weight reduction though, it's all show. I'm more interested in getting into the motor next.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 20, 2011, 02:30:16 PM
Closed on the town house. AND, am getting $2100 back! ;D
Congrats dude! So - you don't happen to want a nice (totally unused) Kholer toilet for a good price. Due to a bit of measurement on my part I've got a 'memoirs' series round bowl takin' up space in my basement. It's a complete kit - wax ring, plumbing etc. All you need to do is drop it on....
Or... hey Ted... you wanna buy more of my stuff? This will cost more than a beer though..
Quote from: Ducatician on June 20, 2011, 02:47:21 PM
That's a nice exhaust on your new bike! And some gas for a couple of Bowie runs.
Pay attention!
Thanks Ian. Glad to see that you're offering a posh place for me to poop. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Ducatician on June 20, 2011, 03:13:59 PM
Pay attention!
I saw that, but as I don't have a new bike... Figured you had been breathing in too many fumes from your chemistry set...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 20, 2011, 03:40:20 PM
Thanks Ian. Glad to see that you're offering a posh place for me to poop.
Only the best throne is good enough for our lord mod
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 20, 2011, 03:40:20 PM
I saw that, but as I don't have a new bike YET... Figured you had been breathing in too many fumes from your chemistry set...
Fixed that for ya!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 20, 2011, 03:40:20 PM
Figured you had been breathing in too many fumes from your chemistry set...
I do chemistry in a hood, but nothings wrong with huffing a little MMMMMMMMotul every now and then! ;D
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 20, 2011, 03:43:37 PM
Only the best throne is good enough for our lord mod
Oh, Imaginary Sky Fairy. It's getting deep in here! [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 20, 2011, 03:43:37 PM
Only the best throne is good enough for our lord mod
[laugh] [laugh]
Whatever.
Quote from: Sad Panda on June 20, 2011, 03:13:34 PM
a nice (totally unused) Kholer toilet for a good price. Due to a bit of measurement on my part I've got a 'memoirs' series round bowl takin' up space in my basement.
those make for awesome party punch bowls....you fill the bowl with 1 punch and fill the tank with another and when you get low enough, you flush to refill.....it works awesomely!!!...a plumber friend of mine did the same thing!!!
Quote from: zooom on June 21, 2011, 05:50:15 AM
those make for awesome party punch bowls....you fill the bowl with 1 punch and fill the tank with another and when you get low enough, you flush to refill.....it works awesomely!!!...a plumber friend of mine did the same thing!!!
House-warming party!! Who's drinking from my toilet?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 21, 2011, 05:52:12 AM
House-warming party!! Who's drinking from my toilet?
as long as I know it is a dedicated vessel for the serving of alchohol only...I will have no problem with that!
Got a little notice for the Daytona [evil]:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/UPS_TrackingInformation.jpg)
My guess: you purchased an exhaust?
Orrrrrrr... you ordered just short of eleven pounds of bacon.
Quote from: Artful on June 21, 2011, 06:26:05 AM
Orrrrrrr... you ordered just short of eleven pounds of bacon.
That weight is in kgs. More like 24 lbs of bacon. Which is better, of course. When's the party?
Quote from: Autohag on June 21, 2011, 06:14:12 AM
My guess: you purchased an exhaust?
Supposed to look a little something like this...
(http://www.gpr.it/gpr/prodotti/634/grande_1289600268.jpg)
Quote from: zooom on June 21, 2011, 06:02:54 AM
as long as I know it is a dedicated vessel for the serving of alchohol only...I will have no problem with that!
And therein lies the great mystery. :D
Quote from: Ducatician on June 21, 2011, 06:05:35 AM
Got a little notice for the Daytona [evil]:
Sweet man!! That should be a lot of fun to put on. When are you coming to install the over-head storage in my garage?
Nice!
Just got a call from American Express fraud control department...somehow they're concerned about the large number of service station charges [Dolph] and the sizable charge from Italy. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 20, 2011, 02:30:16 PM
Closed on the town house. AND, am getting $2100 back! ;D
Congrats! Now you're officially a loan-owner! $2100? I know who's buying the next round! ;D
Quote from: tocino on June 21, 2011, 07:11:55 AM
Congrats! Now you're officially a loan-owner! $2100? I know who's buying the next round! ;D
When are you coming to install the over-head storage in my garage?
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 21, 2011, 06:52:53 AM
And therein lies the great mystery. :D
Sweet man!! That should be a lot of fun to put on. When are you coming to install the over-head storage in my garage?
I can help whenever...except for when I can't. [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 21, 2011, 07:15:01 AM
When are you coming to install the over-head storage in my garage?
I'll be by this weekend with a stapler and some plastic bags! Unless you want the deluxe version in which case I'll bring some cardboard boxes instead.
Today I drove 70 miles to work. Some guy started some crap in the parking lot when I got there. I had two choices: Beat the hell out of him, or leave and go catch a movie. The Hangover 2 was ok. [thumbsup] I should have beat him.
Moved things.
Picked up my new Diablo Rosso rear tire from UPS...didn't realize how bad my Corsa 3 really was.
Opened up a little something from Italy...and it wasn't 25 lbs of [bacon]
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-06-22_16-39-04_419.jpg)
That doesn't fit my bike at all... Jim we've been over this...
OHHHH it's for YOUR bike... well that's just greedy.
I keed I keed, that looks absolutely gorgeous.
Looks like it'll be pretty quiet.
^^^^who makes that exhaust???
[thumbsup]
Quote from: Ducatician on June 22, 2011, 01:51:42 PM
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-06-22_16-39-04_419.jpg)
Jeebus, looks like something I made in "shop" back in 9th grade (after getting baked behind the dumpster (after lunch (with Mindy, Darius, and Ina))).
Hmm... I wonder what the hell those guys are up to these days?
Well... Nice exhaust. I'm pretty sure they didn't use a spot welder.
Sold Jim some stuff... seems like he's in a buying mood.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on June 22, 2011, 03:02:20 PM
^^^^who makes that exhaust???
[thumbsup]
GPR makes it. It's called triple thunder.
Gpr.it
Blingy exhaust ;D I hope it isn't 25lbs of anything though [Dolph]
I've been riding the wife's monster to work this week 'cause the throttle cable on my commuter DR broke, my left thumb is too busted to deal with the super-heavy clutch pull of the H1 and my TL is in need of a major refurbishing... anyway, the wee monster has pulled 60mpg on the first tank and 57.4mpg on the second tank. Mighty impressive economy there. The DR250 doesn't really manage any better.
Sounds like a great time to sell everything else and get a few more Ducatis then. [thumbsup]
Well after 45 minutes, I smell hell from being down in my hot ass condo garage...and the old exhaust is off except for my friend the O2 sensor (had to come get a monkey wrench since it's bigger than my wrenches go). [thumbsup]
Quote from: bikepilot on June 23, 2011, 05:09:59 AM
Blingy exhaust ;D I hope it isn't 25lbs of anything though [Dolph]
Hopefully, I'll have pics later today of my 18.5 lbs of Inox. Glad I got free shipping from Italy for that 6.5 pounds of packing material!
Quote from: Ducatician on June 23, 2011, 07:08:32 AM
I smell hell from being down in my hot ass condo garage...
Sure, sure, we all know why you really smell bad! [laugh]
Just got my new work laptop. Holy shit. This thing is beast.
What did you get? I'm looking at a Lenovo X1 to replace the MacBook Air I returned.
Quote from: tocino on June 23, 2011, 09:51:56 AM
MacBook Air I returned.
what did you get it for? did you need a portable toaster oven? [laugh]
lovely looking but I didn't like the power-to-(cost & heat) ratio on that thing; at least on the original version. I got a dropped X60 off fleaBay for $500 and after 3 years that thing still rocks! [thumbsup]
Quote from: tocino on June 23, 2011, 09:51:56 AM
What did you get? I'm looking at a Lenovo X1 to replace the MacBook Air I returned.
An absurdly spec'ed Dell Latitude (you got some make the beast with two backsin' latituuuuuude - sorry, sometimes I break into Misfits songs). I needed something beefier to do video editing for the company (and YES, the goddamn Power Rangers video will be done on this) so they let me go hog wild. That's right, I want allllll the RAM.
Installed the Daytona Exhaust...pics; no shens.
In other news, I managed to remap the ECU to get rid of the CEL with only a slight scare..."click" when you press the start button is kinda scary. Speaking of noise...it's quiet...NOT! Using the droid decibel meter...it idles at 99 dB measured 6 feet away in my garage. Of course, it's 70 dB background noise down there so accuracy is questionable on multiple levels.
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/DSCN0123.jpg)
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/DSCN0125.jpg)
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/DSCN0129.jpg)
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/DSCN0127.jpg)
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/DSCN0128.jpg)
I especially like the vestigial GP pipe [laugh]
Quote from: Artful on June 23, 2011, 06:17:09 PM
I especially like the vestigial GP pipe [laugh]
I think that's the one that makes all the noise. [laugh] [laugh]
[thumbsup]
Is the third pipe aesthetic or is there a reason there are three pipes instead of two?
It's a three cylinder bike. Why would they only have two?
(http://cache.blippitt.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/homer-doh.jpg)
Oh yeah, forgot about that.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 23, 2011, 08:35:04 PM
It's a three cylinder bike. Why would they only have two?
Jim, first thing you should do is get some krylon and spray the single can's hangers flat black. They'll just about disappear as soon as you do.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 23, 2011, 08:41:53 PM
Jim, first thing you should do is get some krylon and spray the single can's hangers flat black. They'll just about disappear as soon as you do.
I thought about that but was tired of going to the hardware store after my multiple trips already. It usually hides behind the passenger peg, but since I took those off...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 23, 2011, 08:41:53 PM
Jim, first thing you should do is get some krylon and spray the single can's hangers flat black. They'll just about disappear as soon as you do.
Next thing to do is spray your mid-section flat black, see if that helps it just about disappear. [cheeky]
Let me know if it works, I'll try it on myself! [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 24, 2011, 04:09:39 AM
Next thing to do is spray your mid-section flat black, see if that helps it just about disappear. [cheeky]
Let me know if it works, I'll try it on myself! [laugh]
This reminds me of graduate school....large cans of ether are labeled "for fat extraction." I wanted to start showering with the stuff! [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: 696DCRider on June 23, 2011, 08:22:36 PM
Is the third pipe aesthetic or is there a reason there are three pipes instead of two?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 23, 2011, 08:35:04 PM
It's a three cylinder bike.
I know it is a 3 cylinder...my question is more why it would have the offshoot single pipe low and the others high and the reasoning behind it ....
Quote from: 696DCRider on June 23, 2011, 08:22:36 PM
Is the third pipe aesthetic or is there a reason there are three pipes instead of two?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 23, 2011, 08:35:04 PM
It's a three cylinder bike.
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2011, 04:26:16 AM
I know it is a 3 cylinder...my question is more why it would have the offshoot single pipe low and the others high and the reasoning behind it ....
GPR (and competition werkes) also makes a 2-outlet slip-on with only the high pipes. I'm not sure there's room for a third silencer up top without going for some triangular type arrangement and there would have to be some sort of adapter to hang 3 on because of the stock mount. Plus those fat little things are heavy, so maybe 3 would do bad things to the center of gravity. Don't know for sure, just thinking off the top of my head.
Quote from: zooom on June 24, 2011, 04:26:16 AM
I know it is a 3 cylinder...my question is more why it would have the offshoot single pipe low and the others high and the reasoning behind it ....
I was thinking the same thing. If MV can tuck four pipes up high, wonder why these guys didn't.
Sweet bike!
I don't see any reason for them not to be able to put 1,2,3,4 ... 11 pipes under the tail. I'll speculate that the reason for 2 up and 1 down is to balance the power/torque output. Wide flowing pipes increase the power but move both up the rev range, narrow pipes increase low end torque but limit power...
Or maybe they just had too much grappa! [laugh]
Quote from: Ducatician on June 24, 2011, 04:50:33 AM
GPR (and competition werkes) also makes a 2-outlet slip-on with only the high pipes. I'm not sure there's room for a third silencer up top without going for some triangular type arrangement and there would have to be some sort of adapter to hang 3 on because of the stock mount. Plus those fat little things are heavy, so maybe 3 would do bad things to the center of gravity. Don't know for sure, just thinking off the top of my head.
Blah blah blah. The real reason it's like that is because it's more gooderer. [thumbsup]
There actually is a company that makes a tri-outlet slip on system with each pipe under the seat, but like I said earlier this one's more gooderer.
I think it looks more awesomer with the pipe arrangement as it is. There's something cool about a slightly wacky, assymetrical pipe setup.
Agreed - I think it's just for the looks. Smart!
Carried a watermelon, 3 lbs of onions, 3 red peppers, 2 boxes of ziplocs, and pound of [bacon] in my backpack on the monster. Holy crap that can give you a back ache!
Had my iPhone professionally bricked. Massimo and I tried to do it, but it took someone with experience. Now for the attempted replacement!
?
Whew! iPhone replaced. Only a 16GB model, but I'll take what I can get.
[thumbsup]
The thing I like about most non-Apple phones is that they have a slot for a memory card. Mine came with a 2GB one that I upgraded to 8.
Signed up for 2-day Superbike Camp. [Dolph]
Awesome! [clap] I just signed up for a 2-day trials training course with Ryan Young. 10' splatters here I come! [roll] :o
Quote from: bikepilot on June 28, 2011, 05:30:17 PM
Awesome! [clap] I just signed up for a 2-day trials training course with Ryan Young. 10' splatters here I come! [roll] :o
I want to see video of that!
Quote from: Ducatician on June 28, 2011, 03:06:07 PM
Signed up for 2-day Superbike Camp. [Dolph]
which school and track and will you be using your bike or theirs?
Took a spinning class this morning. Legs are sore, definitely a good workout, but as a former mountain bike racer (yes, before I was fat I was fit) it was kinda boring. Kinda like comparing a good hike to a stairmaster... Oh well, I'm at least feeling good I was active at 6 am.
Quote from: zooom on June 29, 2011, 06:50:58 AM
which school and track and will you be using your bike or theirs?
2-day camp at CA Superbike School. [Dolph] I was planning to do it at VIR in August, but they had a spot open up at Miller Motorsports Park next Wed and Thurs. Frequent flyer miles will cover the flight and I get a discount on the class to boot. Obviously I'll be using their bike and gear, which comes free with the 2-day camp. I think in the spring, I'll sign up for level 3 with my bike closer to home.
I think this can be considered the ultimate fly and ride of my life. I should note that this news resulted in Ben calling me a "Bastard!" and Lars calling me an "Ass hole!" [laugh]
Very cool! I hear Miller is a fantastic complex.
Quote from: bikepilot on June 29, 2011, 08:47:23 AM
Very cool! I hear Miller is a fantastic complex.
I'll give you a full report on the place. I leave at 545p on Tues and class starts on Wed. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Led Jdan and Gnarlycharlie (a harwood virgin) on the first half of a bowie run. Gnarlycharlie: "Man, those are some good roads!"
Quote from: Ducatician on June 29, 2011, 08:59:04 AM
I leave at 545p on Tues and class starts on Wed. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
I'd fly out a day early if I was you. That way you won't have to worry about any issues cropping up that will lead to you not getting enough rest before the first session.
Thought about that...and earlier in the day. Blackout dates and $700 fares make that a little undesirable.
Put bearings and wheel back on. [thumbsup]
Hope I didn't forget anything ;)
am poking about today to see about possible options of replacement for the Gran Canyon due to frustration....
Quote from: zooom on June 30, 2011, 06:24:24 AM
am poking about today to see about possible options of replacement for the Gran Canyon due to frustration....
Report?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 30, 2011, 05:19:56 PM
Report?
no one has any Tiger 800XC's for me to check out....there is a nice Demo unit F800GS at Bob's BMW...just not sure where my preferences lie yet....
I got a few pool laps in at Globo-Gym... errr Lifetime Fitness. I figured Massimo gets far too many fat jokes in on me, so it's time to get back to my fighting weight.
And by fighting weight I mean getting enough exercise that I can eat as much bacon and drink as much beer as I want without stretching out my leathers.
Zoom, what sort of frustrations? The Gran Canyon has always interested me.
Quote from: Artful on July 01, 2011, 05:43:46 AM
I got a few pool laps in at Globo-Gym... errr Lifetime Fitness. I figured Massimo gets far too many fat jokes in on me, so it's time to get back to my fighting weight.
Want some of my workout notes? Lower weights (lest my joins suffer too much) but if you try hard might be good for a puke or two early on. :)
Quote from: bikepilot on July 01, 2011, 05:54:04 AM
Zoom, what sort of frustrations? The Gran Canyon has always interested me.
right now I have a few problems with it I am sorting...
1) electrical charging gremlin which I think is the wiring from the regulator/rectifier and the stator which is famous for cooking....I just haven't had the time to sit down with my multimeter and fully diag it...and then source parts necessary which is yet another waiting game...
2) the speedo isn't working right now, and I think it might be the inner drive cable, but am not 100% solid on that as I pulled it all apart and have inspected it and it all looks okay, but I suspect on some level the bevel drive gear on the front axle might be done as well....I was going to go to NAPA and get a universal square inner cable and trim it to fit and see if that fixes it, but haven't had time to go to NAPA....otherwise I fear having to try and scour to find the correct drive somewhere on the intarwebs due to spacing...and I hope apon hopes it isn't the speedo head itself as I hate changing speedo heads for a non origional on a general level....
3) I need to get a new latch assembly for the topcase, which because it is Nonfango and not mainstream, it is not inexpensive and am not inclined to spend the $125 right now to special order those parts from Ducati at this particular moment....call it me being cheap or something...
4) I want and can actually almost say I need new tires...they are ridable for the rest of the season probably/maybe, but I vascelate on what kind and all that and remember that I have to get tubes also...more money to spend...
5) I fractured one of the CPC fuel quick disconnects on the left tank and ended up breaking the rest of it out due to a leak and putting in a fixed non quick disconnect replacement ala Lowes and haven't sourced a proper replacement yet and it just kind of bugs the shit out of me generally speaking....
6) I suspect based on steering feel that my steering head bearings have about had it...yet more work and money...
all this adds up to a bike I have as my primary and only street bike which needs a lot of love and $$$ and time that I just currently don't really have and I am missing great riding season time...so I am frustrated on multiple levels...and while I love the bike....I am just in that funk of an attitude thinking about how not smart it is to have a 12 y.o. non-mainstream odd bike for my only streetbike....
Went out for a peddler on the 29er (mountain bike) this morning, toyed around with the 1/8 scale RC and plan on taking the scooter out to enjoy the roads in Dartmouth.
STOP looking at the KTM right now if you are already frustrated. Out of what you mentioned, I'd personally have to find a tigre.
Took the SD out for a spin to try and get the suspension sorted on it. It's riding much better now, but I've noticed that it's time for a new rear tire. DAMN I didn't get squat for miles out of that Pirelli!!! [thumbsdown]
On the way back home, I decided to go south, cross over into VA via the bridge on the 301, and take 218 to 95. All was going well until I had a road side chat with one of Maryland's mobile revenue generators. [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2011, 05:25:56 PM
Took the SD out for a spin to try and get the suspension sorted on it. It's riding much better now, but I've noticed that it's time for a new rear tire. DAMN I didn't get squat for miles out of that Pirelli!!! [thumbsdown]
On the way back home, I decided to go south, cross over into VA via the bridge on the 301, and take 218 to 95. All was going well until I had a road side chat with one of Maryland's mobile revenue generators. [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown]
Talk your way out of it? How much did they clip you for?
Quote from: rgramjet on July 01, 2011, 07:56:51 PM
Talk your way out of it? How much did they clip you for?
Nope. Traffic was stupid heavy and basically sitting still for a long ways. I was moving over to the side to see how far I was from the bridge I was just two other guys went past on the shoulder. Well, there happened to be a state tr two cars ahead and he got all three of us for passing on the right. Funny thing is, we were actually in a turning in/off access lane when he lit us up.
Shoulda run! [evil]
Just kidding. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2011, 09:28:05 AM
STOP looking at the KTM right now if you are already frustrated. Out of what you mentioned, I'd personally have to find a tigre.
elaborate please...
Quote from: zooom on July 02, 2011, 03:56:26 AM
elaborate please...
The LC8 requires more work than an early, O2 equipped Ducati engine to get running right/smooth. Even with removal of the O2 sensors, remapping and stripping out the cats it is still stumbly off the line and below 4k rpms. Rumor has it that they have refined/softened the map on the SMT, but I've tried four different maps (two of which are KTM approved) on mine and nothing has been able to cure the low rpm transition yet. One of these days I'm going to take it up to RnR and get them to do an individual cylinder map on their dyno, but...
Plus, the knowledge/support base barely exists for them here in the states. The dealer network is almost nil, with most KTM dealers only touch the dirt line and not the street bikes. The SD is a hoot to ride when you keep it on the boil, but it's a bit tiring otherwise. Don't really think I'd be looking at one if it was going to be my "everyday" bike.
Dropped off frame, engine and swingarm to get it all sorted out. Thanks Ted, btw! Owe you many [beer]!!!
Zooom, just get a freaking Guzzi! [laugh]
I came back from Outer Banks and was on my way out to the cabin in Culpeper when I saw the CL ad. Upshot: I bought an S2R1K today. Pics in a few days when I'm back from foothills.
Cabin? Culpeper? New bike? No pics? Something's just not right here...
DRKWNG, in my experience with other twins with crappy factor mapping, off-the-shelf maps are usually quite sucky, but a properly done (this bit is key) custom map can make all the difference in the world. Bikes, especially fairly highly tuned twins really like a dialed in fuel map and the stock mapping often sucks. This was very much the case with the suzuki TLs, especially the '97, but with a really nicely dialed in custom map it snorts even harder, gets almost 10mpg better mileage and doesn't sputter/stublmle/go flat like it did as standard.
Made it home with 6 minutes to spare before the deluge hit! [Dolph] It looks like a make the beast with two backsing hurricane out there!
Quote from: bikepilot on July 03, 2011, 10:07:46 AM
DRKWNG, in my experience with other twins with crappy factor mapping, off-the-shelf maps are usually quite sucky, but a properly done (this bit is key) custom map can make all the difference in the world. Bikes, especially fairly highly tuned twins really like a dialed in fuel map and the stock mapping often sucks. This was very much the case with the suzuki TLs, especially the '97, but with a really nicely dialed in custom map it snorts even harder, gets almost 10mpg better mileage and doesn't sputter/stublmle/go flat like it did as standard.
Believe me, I know all about big(ish), high performance twins and their need for proper tuning. What I was getting at about the LC8 is that a lot of people have taken their bikes in for extensive time on the dyno, staffed by people who know what they're doing, and still had very mixed results. I'm ultimately going to book mine up at RnR for some tuning if it stays in my garage.
Quote from: Ducatician on July 03, 2011, 03:31:21 PM
Made it home with 6 minutes to spare before the deluge hit! [Dolph] It looks like a make the beast with two backsing hurricane out there!
Randy and I got lucky and stayed a good bit south of it.
Ahh I got it. On first read I thought you were talking about poor results with various off-the-shelf maps.
yesterday, blew off a bit of steam by going to the range for the 1st time in almost 5 years...man was I shooting low and to the right at 1st before I started to get my mojo back!...got all packed up and everything before the deluge hit!...
today...started the day by setting a new PR in the 5K race I did today!
Quote from: zooom on July 04, 2011, 08:11:15 AMtoday...started the day by setting a new PR in the 5K race I did today!
Nice! Congrats
Quote from: tocino on July 04, 2011, 09:41:45 AM
Nice! Congrats
No kidding. [thumbsup]
What time did you do it in?
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2011-07-04_14-20-21_312.jpg)
Prove it! That sure isn't your leg in the lower left corner.
Or... Maybe that lady has turned around to tell you to shut the hell up.
;D
played around with the trials bike and some pallets this weekend:deal Started out with the face vertical and slowly pounded it till it was a bit slanted... too much fun!
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Video
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/h0xx-2nOcTtp6e19u4_dfw?feat=directlink (https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/h0xx-2nOcTtp6e19u4_dfw?feat=directlink)
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Cool!
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 04, 2011, 10:46:48 AM
No kidding. [thumbsup]
What time did you do it in?
29:06 at about 9:38 pace-ish....
not bad for someone who never ran before ever and started back about 4 months ago....oh, and I am an Athsmatic person at that...
Quote from: zooom on July 06, 2011, 07:27:41 AM
29:06 at about 9:38 pace-ish....
not bad for someone who never ran before ever and started back about 4 months ago....oh, and I am an Athsmatic person at that...
[thumbsup]
Good on ya.
Replaced the front wheel bearings. Slide hammers with expansion collets for blind bearing removal are awsome. No twenty minutes of dicking about with a drift. 1-2-3 and out they come.
Next is the rear when the bits arrive.
Found the wear limit on my rear tire... it is d-u-n done. Lucky for me it was done just as I got home.
And lost my license plate on rt 7. So if you're on rt 7 east by Ashburn and happen to pick up a moto tag, let me know.
Since the rear needed off and my bearings were in so I replaced the rear wheel and sprocket carrier bearings.
the oddest thing during my spin today: a four-wheeler doing about 40-50mph in the opposite direction... he waved... what do you do but wave back? :D
Spent the day between the garage and my *office*
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and
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hey Mass....before you bolt that whole shebang together...you should powdercoat that frame to all 1 color for to give it a much cleaner/finished/less-modified look!
Quote from: zooom on July 11, 2011, 04:57:32 AM
hey Mass....before you bolt that whole shebang together...you should powdercoat that frame to all 1 color for to give it a much cleaner/finished/less-modified look!
Thanks but right now I just want to get everything together and working. I plan to take her apart this winter for some more work (bigger juuuuuuugs! [laugh]) and do the fancy bits.
Ran the monster out of gas [bang][thumbsdown]...fortunately, I was a half block from the station I was trying to make it to. [thumbsup]
Yeah, I'm that dumb!
For you Jim,
http://sadtrombone.com/ (http://sadtrombone.com/)
Speaking of gas, how much useable fuel is in a monster like the wife's '06 620? I went 193 miles between fillups on it and put in 3.41 gallons - fuel light had been on for a while. The specs show 3.7 gallons - all usable?
Quote from: Ducatician on July 11, 2011, 06:46:50 PM
Ran the monster out of gas [bang][thumbsdown]...fortunately, I was a half block from the station I was trying to make it to. [thumbsup]
Yeah, I'm that dumb!
Say... how many miles do you get on reserve with your S2R?
I got about 21 this time, but that includes significant 0 mph time ([bang]) on Rockville Pike and the Beltway on the way over to College Park.
Quote from: Ducatician on July 12, 2011, 06:22:14 AM
I got about 21 this time, but that includes significant 0 mph time ([bang]) on Rockville Pike and the Beltway on the way over to College Park.
Is that with a swollen tank?
I can fit about 4 gallons in my metal tank, I guess the plastic looses some due to wall thickness and pump + filter being inside.
Quote from: Ducatician on July 12, 2011, 06:22:14 AM
I got about 21 this time, but that includes significant 0 mph time ([bang]) on Rockville Pike and the Beltway on the way over to College Park.
Yikes! Okay, thanks. Good to know.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 12, 2011, 06:31:45 AM
Is that with a swollen tank?
I can fit about 4 gallons in my metal tank, I guess the plastic looses some due to wall thickness and pump + filter being inside.
This tank was new in the fall and doesn't appear swollen (yet :'(). The nominal volume on the tank is 14 L (3.7 US Gal), but I got a bit more than that in it yesterday when it was empty...still well under 4 gal though.
Quote from: Autohag on July 12, 2011, 07:03:40 AM
Yikes! Okay, thanks. Good to know.
I should mention that I've see it go as far as 27-29 and still not run on empty before if I wasn't in stop and go traffic...and not hooning it up too badly.
Got married yesterday. Now i'm on my honeymoon at an all-inclusive in Mexico at Playa de Mujeres till Monday. The wedding has been so much planning that I have barely been riding this season. Hopefully now that I am done with all this craziness I can actually ride with some folks. I wonder if they rent dirt bikes down here, hmmm.....
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 12, 2011, 07:58:10 AM
Got married yesterday.
HOLY FLIPPIN`AAAAAAAA Congratulations! [thumbsup]
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 12, 2011, 07:58:10 AM
Got married yesterday. Now i'm on my honeymoon at an all-inclusive in Mexico at Playa de Mujeres till Monday. The wedding has been so much planning that I have barely been riding this season. Hopefully now that I am done with all this craziness I can actually ride with some folks. I wonder if they rent dirt bikes down here, hmmm.....
Congratulations :D
Congrats! Riviera Maya?
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 12, 2011, 07:58:10 AM
Got married yesterday. Now i'm on my honeymoon at an all-inclusive in Mexico at Playa de Mujeres till Monday. The wedding has been so much planning that I have barely been riding this season. Hopefully now that I am done with all this craziness I can actually ride with some folks. I wonder if they rent dirt bikes down here, hmmm.....
Now that's commitment. Married, on honeymoon and still monitoring the forum.
Skipped over to Rogue States for lunch. Another burger joint joins the elite ranks among my taste buds. Good stuff over there and nice selection of beers.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on July 12, 2011, 11:14:53 AM
Skipped over to Rogue States for lunch. Another burger joint joins the elite ranks among my taste buds. Good stuff over there and nice selection of beers.
We should probably have a new thread dedicated for good eat and beer [drink]
Quote from: 99Zulu on July 12, 2011, 12:07:54 PM
We should probably have a new thread dedicated for good eat and beer [drink]
Don't be shy, go for it! [thumbsup]
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 12, 2011, 07:58:10 AM
Got married yesterday.
Congratulations! [clap] Now hurry up and move to Arlington and spawn! ;D
Scheduled dyno/suspension time for next Tuesday.
Got my freakin' faucet fixed! hurray no more drips
Quote from: Ducatician on July 14, 2011, 08:16:42 AM
Scheduled dyno/suspension time for next Tuesday.
VERY interested to see how this turns out.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 14, 2011, 02:09:01 PM
VERY interested to see how this turns out.
Why ya gotta get all bold?!? [roll]
I just crack myself up sometimes! [laugh] [laugh]
Lol. Thanks guys. Weather is great here. Been getting drunk everyday. Going to do some scuba tomorrow and then renting a car and going to Playa Del Carmen the following day.
Brian, you're right, at some point inevitably, I will have to move to Arlington when I have kids and can't afford private school, lol.
I've been searching for some [Dolph] rentals, but there isn't much available around here. It would be nice to take a little day trip.
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 14, 2011, 09:55:23 PM
Lol. Thanks guys. Weather is great here. Been getting drunk everyday. Going to do some scuba tomorrow
Are you for scuba?
scuba claude (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2fZJm1gU3U#normal)
Quote from: Artful on July 15, 2011, 06:55:26 AM
Are you for scuba?
"yea, it's pretty good size" [laugh]
Crappy cell phone photo of one of the little bastards I had to hunt down yesterday.
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The gray-red (stop light) and other wires had rubbed enough to affect each other. I also got rid of those joints, soldered them properly and heat-shrink wrapped them with dielectric grease inside.
In the course of about 7 hours I replaced some older wires and covers, did a bit of cleaning/re-routing, cursed a bit, then a lot, fixed up (again) the rear left turn signal, drank 5 bottles (just over a gallon and a quart) of mountain dew, zip-tied anything I thought would move/rub against its neighbors, and used enough Gojo to make my hand feel smother than a baby's ass! [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 15, 2011, 07:15:21 AM
and used enough Gojo to make my hand feel smother than a baby's ass! [laugh]
the frightening image is of your rubbing a baby's ass with 1 hand and then feeling the other hand for comparison sake....
Quote from: zooom on July 15, 2011, 07:55:04 AM
the frightening image is of your rubbing a baby's ass with 1 hand and then feeling the other hand for comparison sake....
I only did that to ensure the accuracy of my statements! [laugh]
Made bacon.
And I'm not talking some shitty supermarket bacon either.
A full 12lb pork belly, skin on, dry rubbed, and smoked for 8 hours.
make the beast with two backsing delicous [thumbsup]
[bacon] [bacon]
Quote from: Jdan on July 16, 2011, 06:07:05 AM
Made bacon.
And I'm not talking some shitty supermarket bacon either.
A full 12lb pork belly, skin on, dry rubbed, and smoked for 8 hours.
make the beast with two backsing delicous [thumbsup]
[bacon] [bacon]
Pics or it didn't happen!
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on July 16, 2011, 06:26:08 AM
Pics or it didn't happen!
Samples or it didn't happen! :)
Lowside on the Aprilia last night...Through a sweeping right hander, debris in road and slid out from under me at about 55 mph. Broken rear brake lever and rearset, slider and swingarm spool saved the bike. My gloves saved my hands, shredded the arms and scarred the back on my leather jacket, ripped the toe on my A-Stars boots, and shredded my brand new textile pants I bought Friday. I am bruised up, but no scratches or anything on me....thank god for decent gear that worked.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 17, 2011, 06:11:36 AM
Lowside on the Aprilia last night...Through a sweeping right hander, debris in road and slid out from under me at about 55 mph. Broken rear brake lever and rearset, slider and swingarm spool saved the bike. My gloves saved my hands, shredded the arms and scarred the back on my leather jacket, ripped the toe on my A-Stars boots, and shredded my brand new textile pants I bought Friday. I am bruised up, but so scratches or anything on me....thank god for decent gear that worked.
Holy crap!!! Glad to hear you're OK!
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 17, 2011, 06:11:36 AM
Lowside on the Aprilia last night...Through a sweeping right hander, debris in road and slid out from under me at about 55 mph. Broken rear brake lever and rearset, slider and swingarm spool saved the bike. My gloves saved my hands, shredded the arms and scarred the back on my leather jacket, ripped the toe on my A-Stars boots, and shredded my brand new textile pants I bought Friday. I am bruised up, but so scratches or anything on me....thank god for decent gear that worked.
Glad to hear you're ok man. Yesterday seems to be the day for accidents.
Got into one myself yesterday with a BMW on Capitol Hill. Blindly made a left hand turn as I was traveling straight at the intersection of Maryland Ave. and 12th St. NE. Didn't feel like waiting for the box truck that was @ the light making a left to wait. Just decided to go and there I was. Nothing to do but grab a handful of brake and try to slow her down. Launched me in the air and I landed on the trunk. Stupid cager driver kept saying everything can be replaced. If he had just waited until that box truck moved he would have seen me. 3 minutes almost cost me my life.
Feel like shit and sore as a mofo but other than a what seem to be sore tendons in my left hand, recovering. Definitely kissed my gear on the way to the hospital...
Hope to be back riding soon! Time to look for another Monster (frame has structural damage) on the top tube as both the lower and upper triple is done as well as the forks.
Gotta find a way to remove the Penske rear shock before the Insurance company moves her!
Bummer! But glad both you guys are mostly ok. Keep up with the docs - that left turning cager is liable for your med bills 20/20 if found at fault
Re your shock - if you have receipts for it and full coverage your insurance should cover it.
:(
Glad you're both OK.
Quote from: Sad Panda on July 17, 2011, 10:30:25 AM
Bummer! But glad both you guys are mostly ok. Keep up with the docs - that left turning cager is liable for your med bills 20/20 if found at fault
Re your shock - if you have receipts for it and full coverage your insurance should cover it.
I bought it from BadGalBetty, so I may have to find the receipt.
left turn cager was found at fault and issued a ticket for failure to yield right of way.
Just sucks to have to go through the entire insurance process and be down for the riding count for a bit.
Gene's bike looks so tempting but I don't have 9K to spend on it
Sorry bout ur accident. I almost got hit by cager last night too. I was on far right on exit lane, out of no where a cager from far left lane came thru 4 lanes to take a exit.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on July 17, 2011, 06:41:36 AM
Hope to be back riding soon! Time to look for another Monster (frame has structural damage) on the top tube as both the lower and upper triple is done as well as the forks.
Gotta find a way to remove the Penske rear shock before the Insurance company moves her!
Holy Flippin'A!! :o First of all glad you're ok! Second, may I suggest getting a Humvee as primary means of transportation?!?
Post up if you need any help at all, don't be shy! ;)
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 17, 2011, 06:11:36 AM
Lowside on the Aprilia last night...
I am bruised up, but no scratches or anything on me....thank god for decent gear that worked.
Glad you're OK as well! It's all good as long as it's just bruised egos ;)
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on July 17, 2011, 06:41:36 AM
Yesterday seems to be the day for accidents.
Holy Shit! You too?!? Glad you're OK! I've got a shiny silver S2R1K that I might be convinced to sell at some point...as long as I don't get evicted for not owning a monster any more. ;D
Glad everyone is basically ok after their tumbles.
Quote from: Ducatician on July 17, 2011, 02:47:22 PM
Holy Shit! You too?!? Glad you're OK! I've got a shiny silver S2R1K that I might be convinced to sell at some point...as long as I don't get evicted for not owning a monster any more. ;D
:o
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on July 17, 2011, 06:41:36 AM
Glad to hear you're ok man. Yesterday seems to be the day for accidents.
Got into one myself yesterday with a BMW on Capitol Hill. Blindly made a left hand turn as I was traveling straight at the intersection of Maryland Ave. and 12th St. NE. Didn't feel like waiting for the box truck that was @ the light making a left to wait. Just decided to go and there I was. Nothing to do but grab a handful of brake and try to slow her down. Launched me in the air and I landed on the trunk. Stupid cager driver kept saying everything can be replaced. If he had just waited until that box truck moved he would have seen me. 3 minutes almost cost me my life.
Feel like shit and sore as a mofo but other than a what seem to be sore tendons in my left hand, recovering. Definitely kissed my gear on the way to the hospital...
Hope to be back riding soon! Time to look for another Monster (frame has structural damage) on the top tube as both the lower and upper triple is done as well as the forks.
Gotta find a way to remove the Penske rear shock before the Insurance company moves her!
Balls. Glad nothing permanent.
I was going to come on here and gripe that I couldn't button the bike back up because I forgot I needed spacers for my master cylinders, but uh... you guys win.
Glad to everyone is doing ok after their aw shits and hope to see you guys out and riding again soon.
Quote from: Artful on July 17, 2011, 08:40:55 PM
I was going to come on here and gripe that I couldn't button the bike back up because I forgot I needed spacers for my master cylinders, but uh... you guys win.
Glad to everyone is doing ok after their aw shits and hope to see you guys out and riding again soon.
I think god was sending me a messaging. No wheel striping!
Quote from: Ducatician on July 17, 2011, 02:47:22 PM
Holy Shit! You too?!? Glad you're OK! I've got a shiny silver S2R1K that I might be convinced to sell at some point...as long as I don't get evicted for not owning a monster any more. ;D
CAM at it's finest....Well you know I want that bike, especially with that exhaust. Since me and the asshat in the BMW are both State Farm customers hopefully this thing will be wrapped up in 30 days.
Sending you a PM....
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 17, 2011, 06:11:36 AM
Lowside on the Aprilia last night...Through a sweeping right hander, debris in road and slid out from under me at about 55 mph. Broken rear brake lever and rearset, slider and swingarm spool saved the bike. My gloves saved my hands, shredded the arms and scarred the back on my leather jacket, ripped the toe on my A-Stars boots, and shredded my brand new textile pants I bought Friday. I am bruised up, but no scratches or anything on me....thank god for decent gear that worked.
Arghh! Glad you're okay!
Wow, sorry to hear of the crashes, but glad you two are ok. I crashed a solid half-dozen times over the weekend ....
At trials training school - no noteworthy damage to me or the bike. Learned a ton of new stuff, jap-zaps, splatters etc. Huge fun launching the bike at a 4' vertical rock face rear-wheel first [evil] My most impressive crash was an over-zelous splatter on a smaller rock (3' maybe) where I hit the kicker so hard I cleared most of the face and landed on top of it upside down - luckily trials bikes are ~160lbs so it didn't squash me too much [cheeky]
This looks like a killer deal on an S2R
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2499594241.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2499594241.html)
Went out to the WVA mountains yesterday to put the new suspension through its paces. Turns out that rear tire with ~1000 miles left on it only had ~500 miles on it. New rubber this week and I should be good to go for a while.
The 33 was a sh!tstorm yesterday. Lots of pilots waiting around for the ambulance and flatbed. Witnessed more agony than I care to in a lifetime. I dunno why folks take such chances on such unpredictable, unforgiving roads.
Quote from: bikepilot on July 18, 2011, 07:47:50 AM
Wow, sorry to hear of the crashes, but glad you two are ok. I crashed a solid half-dozen times over the weekend ....
At trials training school - no noteworthy damage to me or the bike. Learned a ton of new stuff, jap-zaps, splatters etc. Huge fun launching the bike at a 4' vertical rock face rear-wheel first [evil] My most impressive crash was an over-zelous splatter on a smaller rock (3' maybe) where I hit the kicker so hard I cleared most of the face and landed on top of it upside down - luckily trials bikes are ~160lbs so it didn't squash me too much [cheeky]
This looks like a killer deal on an S2R
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2499594241.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2499594241.html)
This one looks goo as well except he wants 7K.
http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2006-Ducati-Monster-S2r-98998443 (http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2006-Ducati-Monster-S2r-98998443)
I got BGB's bike for 5500 and tons of goodies. Not sure why he's charging such a high price.
Quote from: bikepilot on July 18, 2011, 07:47:50 AM
This looks like a killer deal on an S2R
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2499594241.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2499594241.html)
Wunmi, you should snatch this up unless it's stolen...my bike won't be so cheap. I like it too much for that. ;D
Dammit! That sucks. You just got that bike all done with all your mods. Glad you are okay. I know how that feels. At least it seems like the guy is admitting fault. I had a driver take a left in front of me (when I had my SV) and I hit the car because I couldn't stop in time and I got a ticket for colliding even though I was going straight on a green and not speeding. So, they didn't cover any of my damages (even 1% fault in DC and the other party doesn't have to pay). I also did a full front flip over the car. Thank god I hit at the rear wheel well or else I may have gone flying into the side of the car and not have gotten up again. Glad you're being upbeat about it. Let me know if you need any help with anything.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on July 17, 2011, 06:41:36 AM
Glad to hear you're ok man. Yesterday seems to be the day for accidents.
Got into one myself yesterday with a BMW on Capitol Hill. Blindly made a left hand turn as I was traveling straight at the intersection of Maryland Ave. and 12th St. NE. Didn't feel like waiting for the box truck that was @ the light making a left to wait. Just decided to go and there I was. Nothing to do but grab a handful of brake and try to slow her down. Launched me in the air and I landed on the trunk. Stupid cager driver kept saying everything can be replaced. If he had just waited until that box truck moved he would have seen me. 3 minutes almost cost me my life.
Feel like shit and sore as a mofo but other than a what seem to be sore tendons in my left hand, recovering. Definitely kissed my gear on the way to the hospital...
Hope to be back riding soon! Time to look for another Monster (frame has structural damage) on the top tube as both the lower and upper triple is done as well as the forks.
Gotta find a way to remove the Penske rear shock before the Insurance company moves her!
[evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] :o :o :o ;D ;D ;D
Dyno: 09 Daytona 675 with GPR Triple Thunder Exhaust (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpa_icvlqq0#normal)
WHAT??!!
Oh! It makes fiyah!
Kenny's comment afterward: "Man! That's a hot little bike!" The general consensus of the guys in the shop was, "Damn! That sounds sweet!"
Here's the dyno chart if you guys know what you're looking at (I don't really):
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/DSCN0051.jpg)
Tune didn't make much power difference from beginning to end - though you picked up a couple hundred usable RPMs at the tip top. But before it was running lean from 4500 on and they sorted that out.
Quote from: Sad Panda on July 19, 2011, 03:15:12 PM
Tune didn't make much power difference from beginning to end - though you picked up a couple hundred usable RPMs at the tip top. But before it was running lean from 4500 on and they sorted that out.
Hell, I knew that much. The better news is that the dead zone at 5k rpm is better. Still not totally sorted out (as observed on my ride home), but much much better. I'll give it a couple of rides for the adaptation table to fill in and Kenny says to let him know if it isn't better after that. The other thing that is better (although you can't see it on the chart) is that huge valley at very low rpm (i.e. when you're taking off from a stop light) is taken care of and the bike seems to take off better.
I'm more interested to hear your thoughts after Kenny set up the suspension.
Hmmmmm... Just got on Clinton's web site and it looks like they've got an RC8 down here. [evil]
Definitely better, although I didn't have him respring anything. The sag is still a bit high, so he played with the rebound/compression to try to get the best he could without respringing.
I've got some thinking to do over whether to respring the stock fork/shock or to get some sparkly bits for front and rear. Regardless of which path I choose, I have to have a paying job first! [laugh] 8/19 is the first payday of the fall semester...YIPEE!!! [clap]
Quote from: Sad Panda on July 19, 2011, 03:33:00 PM
Ask as silly question...
I was hoping for a more oracular (is that a word? yes it is: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/oracular (http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/oracular)) response and an accompanying explanation of the minutiae of tuning/dyno work.
Like I said in the sms last night, getting new forks/shock for that bike is a bit overkill unless you really intend on tracking it. You'll find that the Ohlins that you mentioned will offer a VERY firm ride on the streets we have around here. You'll feel ever nuance to the road, but you'll feel every nuance to the road.
I'd be looking at making sure the spring weights are adequate for your weight, and then looking at those OZs if anything. That's just me though.
Nuance - that's fancy-talk for bumps, seams and holes? :)
Quote from: tocino on July 19, 2011, 09:14:31 PM
Nuance - that's fancy-talk for bumps, seams and holes? :)
"texture"
No no texture is texture... it's an Art thing... you wouldn't understand.
;D
I see, so character is what you become after experiencing too much texture?
Scared the shit out of a girl in the parking garage...to the point where she backed out of her space and left the garage. [evil]
...and I was trying to be nice and tell her that her make the beast with two backsing brake light is out! Idiot! If you're that make the beast with two backsing scared in the city...move!
Confucius say, "man who scare girl in garage..." ;D
Played "sick" today and took care of the bike. New rubber and a little tweak to the suspension. Picked up some Drayko jeans for the street, and some armor for an impending track day. Finally fitted the tank bag and ordered some fairing stays. Found the correct resistors for the tail light at The Shack.
I did my best to scrub in the new tires but ran out of time. I might be sick again tomorrow.
Well this is more like What I did yesterday.
Went to ducpond, temp was at 104 on my bike . Did the handlebar, bar risers, and mirrors. It made a big difference , When I was riding back I felt like I was riding a totally different bike . Thanks sad panda for advice of bar risers :D.
Why does it always rain on my way back from ducpond [bang], this is the third time i been there and back and it had rained every single time I'm riding back . But the rain helped , I was wet , and I start gettin closer to chantilly myan was it hot, but I felt the coool breeze thru my wet suit :D ..
Day was awesome until I got home and was parking my bike, I shud get myself used to the higer bars, while pullin back , think i pulled the front brake lever little too hard... the bike just went to ride and altho was trying my best not to drop it .. I did [bang]. Just a lil scuff on the front brake lever on side, as I kinda of lay her down at ease.
Jus wanted to post seperately.
On my way to ducpond , at route 50 around chantilly I almost went underneath a 18 wheeler. I'm going to try to potrait the scenario to the the best I can remeber , would appreciate some input .
Three lane road I was on far left , two semi on far right. Speed was around 40 mph. There was some other cars in center lane .. Space opens up on center lane ,one of the truck changes lane and gets into center lane. As he picks up his speed and creates some space, I decided to change lane and go to center lane, than saw the other semi from far right signallin to get in to center lane from right lane. I let him in and followed him to center lane.
What happened next was real quick . As the truck was right infront of me . I couldn't see the traffic light or anything. As the big white truck hit is brakes. I hit both the brakes, most likely a little harder on the rear brakes. I pulled in the clutch and lowered the gear ( If I felt I was definately gonna hit the truck, I was gonna let go of the clutch and hope engine braking would slow me down. not sure if that is the right thing to do ) . Good thing I was on the left edge of the lane, coz I noticed a little space between the car on the left lane and the truck in center lane( which i was right behind). I swerved in between them and came to complete stop two car ahead in between the semi and car.
While was trying to get inside the gap , I heard my rear tire go screeeeeeeeetcccchhh. and felt the rear tire dancing on its own , I let go of both breaks for a second and pulled them gently to come to complete stop. Cant remeber exactly but i might have gone in between the truck and car little sideways like some kind of stunt.
Things I did right : didnt have target fixation altho All my view was block by rear of white truck , and saw the little gap and got in it.
things I did wrong: Please add in , so i know better next time. I was definately following too close, especially knowing I couldnt see much while i am behind a semi.
My question , did the rear tire went dancing and screaming coz i hit the rear braketoo hard?. Also could it have been that since i pulled the clutch it aided on rear tire going all over the place?
^^ posted under riding technique too , jus so I can get different perspectives, and more input on what I could've done better.
Sounds like you locked up the rear. Remember that the weight of you and the bike transfers forward when on the front brakes. Which in turn lightens the rear making it easier to lock up or skid the rear
Quote from: Sad Panda on July 23, 2011, 10:49:37 AM
Sounds like you locked up the rear. Remember that the weight of you and the bike transfers forward when on the front brakes. Which in turn lightens the rear making it easier to lock up or skid the rear
so, let go of brakes , straight your bike and apply brakes gently is the right thing to do ?
Just stay in your lane and always have a "brake and escape" plan. On roads like that - stop and go, 2+ lanes, with turning lanes, etc... I just pick a lane and stay in it (unless I'm turning off soon, of course). Everyone is frantically trying to find the best lane to be in and sh!t happens. Just chill until the road opens up. Easier said than done, though, particularly when you're on your way home.
Never pull in behind a semi (or any vehicle of significant size) if you have a choice. Not only are you blind to the road ahead, all kinds of crap gets thrown at you from all directions.
Quote from: Autohag on July 23, 2011, 02:40:09 PM
Never pull in behind a semi (or any vehicle of significant size) if you have a choice. Not only are you blind to the road ahead, all kinds of crap gets thrown at you from all directions.
I'd like to expand on that and point out how you / me / everyone should always have a buffer area. Not just in front of you but behind you and to your sides as well. And the higher the speed the bigger buffer you need.
Glad you made it out Zulu, too many close calls (and totally call'd) lately. You probably locked up the rear using the brake; I did that quite a bit when I first got my Monster. Terrifying. I can't even remember the last time I used my rear brake to stop; I'm all engine-braking & fronts these days. And I always prefer an escape route.
I severely dislike not being able to see the road in front of a car in front of me (I actually like the cars I can see straight through). Too much crap, holes, & retread parts on the roads.
Now that I have a real keyboard at the ready - here's some more thoughts and a blending of those above.
Big trucks and visibility: There was a fellow (Shadowchaser for those who remeber way back) on the board who drove an 18 wheeler. he had some great insights for bikers around rigs. Big trucks are best avoided as much as possible when on a bike. As noted they block a ton of your view and they can't see you well. They have very big blind areas that a car can disappear in... more so for us on bikes. Visibility for you and being visible to the driver is a big factor. Give them as wide a birth as possible
Big trucks and road shit: This is sorta two items, one being visibility they block a ton of the roads surface so you can't see holes, etc. The other is that big trucks tend to kick up a lot more stuff from the road. If you're behind them, that's where it's going. Also if one of their retreads decides it's had it and you're too close - a 15 pound piece of tire will probably take you off the bike if it gets you square.
Big trucks and wind: Not as much a factor at the speeds you describe and one finds on 50 in that area - but if you're on a super slab big tucks, even ones not as big as 18 wheelers, displace a lot of air. The result is a big turbulent wake that can easily push a bike across or into the next lane. If you're ready for it - no big deal. But I'd wager that more than one newer, or just inattentive biker has lost control or come close when passing or being passd by a big truck from that turbulence.
Stopping: Bikes do a lot of stuff well - but they don't stop as well as many other vehicles on the road. We've got a lot of capacity, but it tempered by the dynamics of the bike. Too much front brake and over the top you go. We've got the advantage of (usually) being able to get on the brakes faster than a car, but many cars will do 60-0 in less distance than a bike. This is of course just a 60-0 distance and MAX brakes, I'm not counting the human factor. So even as nimble as our bikes are - leaving room (when possible) is never a bad plan.
NoVA defensive driving: Drivers in the DC metro are suck. Way to many people are under-skilled and over estimate their ability. Add in cell phones, texting, dicks who like to cut you off or tailgate etc etc and it's tough out there. Don't get complacent. Don't think they are looking out for anyone else, especially you/us. To that end some things I try to do:
- Don't follow too closely
- Keep from running next to another vehicle when on a 2+ lane road
- Stay away from big trucks.
- Get paranoid about that left turn lane ahead
- Plan ahead when possible
So, now I segue back to you. I know Rt 50 is really really busy road so it forces some limits on you. But you could have avoided:
- Following too closely
- Following right behind a big truck
- Had a limited plan
Good thing is, those are easy items to remedy - so you can keep this in mind for next time.
As far as your reaction - remember what I said about not doing too many thigns at once? I think than may have played a factor in your run on - specifically messing with the gears. If you're in a situation where you need to stop 100% as fast as you can all your focus should be on the brakes and the control of the bike. The bikes not going to stall as soon as you hit the brakes so just let engine management go from your mind at that moment and work on the brakes.
Another item to keep in mind - is that if you have locked up the rear and and the bike isn't tracking straight (back coming around or wagging) and you release the rear brake it can cause a high side. Though a lot less common than a low side, a high side crash occurs when the rear wheel has lost traction (like a lock brake) and the rear is 'trying to pass the front' ie swinging around or sliding and then the rider or just conditions cause the rear tire to regain traction (usually the release of a locked brake or chopped throttle in the case of a spinning rear). When the rear wheel that's swung out grips the road again it wants to get back in line - violently. Many times this quick change can launch the rider from the bike.
- If you've locked up the rear with the brakes and you feel the bike coming around work to keep it straight and when if doubt keep the rear brakes locked and ride it to a stop. Even a low speed high side correction is pretty violent.
For example as spinning wheel highside:
rossi crash (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZ4Jf0pUyes#normal)
Realizing that there was a gap was brilliant on your part. A huge advantage of bikes is that the road is almost never physically closed to us. Its really rare that cages are packed so tight that a narrow bike like a Monster won't fit between them. When in doubt, go around [thumbsup]
SP and everyone nailed it I think. The two main areas I'd stress are paying attention to what's happening and predicting what is happening so you are prepared. Ideally you stay out of questionable situations in the first place and barring that, recognize them at the first sign of trouble.
The second issue I think worth stressing again is braking. As SP said bike's braking isn't all that spectactular. A lot of folks assume a bike will way out-stop a cage. This isn't always true. A bike's 60-zero, with a pro rider is roughly similar to most sports cars, so the bike can stop fairly quickly, but it takes a very good rider whereas the cager can just mash the pedal hard. (the rider skill necessary is diminishing with traction control/abs etc though). Working on your braking ability is always good to do. I am generally able to stop a bike fairly quickly and, I think, fairly close to the bike's maximum capability. For me this comes with riding off road competitively for almost 20 years now.
To stop quickly I think there are three main skills. First is reflexes to get on the brakes as soon as you spot trouble, just an extra half second makes a huge difference in terms of stopping distance.
Second is managing traction. You must do this independently at both ends at the same time. If the rear locks back off just a touch to get it rolling, but don't back off the front. If the front starts to push back off just a touch, but you needn't get off the rear. This is something that I finally do pretty much instinctively/muscle memory. Racing off road traction is always at a premium so you spend a great deal of time squeezing out the last little bit and getting comfortable with both ends sliding when you botch it up. I don't know if I'd ever develop this ability on the street very well, but I'm a slow learner. What SP says about the highside is very true, but you've gotta get way, way out of shape before its a concern. If you lock and the back end steps out a couple of feet before you get around to fixing it, then probably best to leave it locked, but if you are paying attention hopefully you notice its locked and correct before it gets more than a couple of inches out of line, under acceleration when you brake traction the rear end steps out really quickly, but under braking it steps out relatively slowly. Also how you apply the brakes makes a big difference, especially the front. Grab it too quickly and it'll push before it gets a chance to load up. Squeeze it just a hare slower and the front will load up and grip and, even in the rain, most all sporty-bikes with decent tires will have enough grip to stand on their nose, which leads to the third point...
Finally you must manage the bike's attitude/cg. Most bikes will stand up on their nose before they run out of traction, if the rider is able to maximize traction. Of course snow or a really dirty road may mean that you won't have enough traction for this to be a problem, but in general a sport bike will stand on its nose, even in the wet. A bike stops the quickest with the rear wheel on the ground or only slightly off the ground. If the rear wheel is more than an inch off the ground you are giving away stopping distance. Keeping your body low and back helps keep the rear wheel down and allows you to stop harder.
Anyhow, that's my take on braking.
Got the Guzzi going for the first time in a year. Rode around for 15 minutes to see what would fall off (answer: muffler!) and see how it felt. Man the suspension on that thing sucks! :)
Quote from: tocino on July 24, 2011, 07:48:41 PM
Got the Guzzi going for the first time in a year. Rode around for 15 minutes to see what would fall off (answer: muffler!) and see how it felt. Man the suspension on that thing sucks! :)
[laugh] [laugh] How's the Norton coming along?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/theartfuldubber/IMG_20110723_104040.jpg)
Done.
Well, almost done. DucPond is sending me the rubber isolation mounts for the gauge and I'm tossing another coat of paint on the windscreen. Rode to work this morning and so far very impressed. I haven't screwed with any adjustment yet but overall much more natural riding position and the fork absorbs the bumps a LOT better than the stocker.
Now just an oil change and it's ready to go down to Tennessee.
Quote from: Artful on July 25, 2011, 05:53:17 AM
Done.
Hah, yea right! ;D
Quote from: Artful on July 25, 2011, 05:53:17 AM
Well, almost done.
That's more like it... Now what's next?!? Anodize the coffin covers and a few more bits red? Get it all to the same tone as the fork caps? How about an oil cooler, and then some nice lightweight whees... [evil]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 25, 2011, 07:05:33 AM
Anodize the coffin covers and a few more bits red?
*snort
That left res cap was black... the other week.
Mas - you left off the big bore kit... don't forget the big bore kit...
Thank you everyone for advice and tips. I need to find a empty parking lot and practice braking. I seem to pull in the clutch everytime I panic brake. Gotta get rid of that habit.
Really appreciate all the input.
Now off to gettin the new forks :D
Artful, the fuel tank cap you have, wasn't it like gold or something last time ? .
The vinyl is holding up fine [thumbsup], been thru rain and 104 and still stickin strong.
If I go ahead and buy the 1100 forks , I prolly gnna have to wrap it before they put it on ( that is if its possible to do that way).
Quote from: 99Zulu on July 25, 2011, 07:19:18 AM
If I go ahead and buy the 1100 forks , I prolly gnna have to wrap it before they put it on ( that is if its possible to do that way).
Not really. I could hardly get my fork clear that had two VA inspection stickers on it - and they were ruined in the process. I seriously doubt you could install forks with the wrapping in place.
Quote from: Sad Panda on July 25, 2011, 07:23:30 AM
Not really. I could hardly get my fork clear that had two VA inspection stickers on it - and they were ruined in the process. I seriously doubt you could install forks with the wrapping in place.
Another trip to MD :D Could you lead the way again sad panda [Dolph] .
Gotta find a better way this time... Save for tridelphia I was less than thrilled by our course last time.
Quote from: Ducatician on July 24, 2011, 07:53:01 PM
[laugh] [laugh] How's the Norton coming along?
Good. Just got the new carb in. Got the oil tank on and some of the wiring. This is the hard part because it's all little annoying things that don't look like much and then 3 hours have gone by. Right now I gotta "massage" the coil brackets on.
Ha oh I'm not delusional, I know the BIKE isn't done, but this PROJECT is. :D
Yes, the cap was orange. It started black and went orange in two weeks. I had bought the black/red one a while ago but didn't put it on because it's a little busy for my taste. With the new setup though it goes a little better until I can get the other one re-ano'd.
Oh - i need to dig that one out of the parts bin for you ted...
Quote from: 99Zulu on July 25, 2011, 07:17:26 AM
Thank you everyone for advice and tips. I need to find a empty parking lot and practice braking. I seem to pull in the clutch everytime I panic brake. Gotta get rid of that habit.
Really appreciate all the input.
Now off to gettin the new forks :D
You get used to it - my bad habit is sometimes half front brakes, half clutch, & half throttle all at the same time in some corners :o
Quote from: tocino on July 25, 2011, 07:30:15 AM
Good. Just got the new carb in. Got the oil tank on and some of the wiring. This is the hard part because it's all little annoying things that don't look like much and then 3 hours have gone by. Right now I gotta "massage" the coil brackets on.
Awesome! I can't wait to see that beauty in motion!
Quote from: Sad Panda on July 25, 2011, 07:29:52 AM
Gotta find a better way this time... Save for tridelphia I was less than thrilled by our course last time.
MY BAD....
That's right, kneel before Zod!
Er
I appreciate the notes - it was just a lot of farm country roads for my tastes. Not really sure there is a particularly good way to get from NoVA to balmer.
Quote from: Sad Panda on July 25, 2011, 11:07:52 AM
Not really sure there is a particularly good way to get from NoVA to balmer.
You're preaching to the DC choir! Getting to north balmer SUXXXXX! I just slab it and get it over with. Good news is the ez-pass doesn't seem to read my transponder, tag or give me a ticket so I've been traveling free the last 3 or 4 times. [thumbsup]
Bad news, there is no "fun way" from DC to north Balmer. Just slab it and get it over with. Plenty of great roads once you get up there though.
I don't even carry my ez-pass on my bike anymore. I just run every toll and let it look up my plate number. I don't monitor my account that much but I think my account has been getting charged either.
Quote from: Ducatician on July 25, 2011, 11:20:35 AM
You're preaching to the DC choir! Getting to north balmer SUXXXXX! I just slab it and get it over with. Good news is the ez-pass doesn't seem to read my transponder, tag or give me a ticket so I've been traveling free the last 3 or 4 times. [thumbsup]
Made this out of a leftover sheet of 6061-T6 Aluminium.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-oWmS88zFZZI/TjCcwIvpOjI/AAAAAAAAAbM/yt2_f7lVAJI/s800/2011-07-27%25252019.17.30.jpg)
It will hold down the front of the gas tank and provide some cover/protection for the pod filters.
Took the Guzzi on another test ride to Sears to get a hand-mixer. Came back and made oatmeal cookies! Yep, the rough and tough life of the motorcycle crowd. Not everyone is cut out for it. ;)
You had better slow yourself down Mr!
Ah know! But that Geritol just perks me right up and I git to feeling all crazy!
Quote from: tocino on July 27, 2011, 08:44:03 PM
But that Geritol just perks me right up and I git to feeling all crazy!
You mix it into the cookies, don't you?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 28, 2011, 02:48:01 AM
You mix it into the cookies, don't you?
no, that is the Ex-Lax he chips up and puts into the "chocolate chip" cookies....for the Oatmeal...he just chops up prunes and calls em raisins!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 27, 2011, 06:14:33 PM
Made this out of a leftover sheet of 6061-T6 Aluminium.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-oWmS88zFZZI/TjCcwIvpOjI/AAAAAAAAAbM/yt2_f7lVAJI/s800/2011-07-27%25252019.17.30.jpg)
It will hold down the front of the gas tank and provide some cover/protection for the pod filters.
What?? No bungee net??
my universe now has a hole in it!
;D
Quote from: rgramjet on July 28, 2011, 06:23:28 AM
What?? No bungee net??
my universe now has a hole in it!
;D
Now that you mention it, I should probably get a few to keep the whole thing from falling apart! [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 27, 2011, 06:14:33 PM
Made this out of a leftover sheet of 6061-T6 Aluminium.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-oWmS88zFZZI/TjCcwIvpOjI/AAAAAAAAAbM/yt2_f7lVAJI/s800/2011-07-27%25252019.17.30.jpg)
It will hold down the front of the gas tank and provide some cover/protection for the pod filters.
That's some real Shinya Kimura isht right there. Build-off!
You Sir are an artisan among artisans!
That sounds far nicer than 'hack with a hammer'.
Quote from: rgramjet on July 28, 2011, 01:25:41 PM
You Sir are an artisan among artisans!
[laugh]
I actually did end up hacking it a bit because the hole for the tank pin was too low. Not to mention my sofisticated bending techniques: I bolt the thing on the frame, start bending it by hand and then finish it by inserting the handlebars between the trellis and leveraging a bit! 8) ;D
Bought and/or rented the necessary supplies for me to change the rear spring on the S2R...I'll be having fun with my camping headlight in the garage tomorrow. So if you see a guy on a swayback monster tomorrow...say Hi! [laugh]
Picked up the SD from its 15000km service.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 29, 2011, 02:11:44 PM
Picked up the SD from its 15000km service.
Have you decided to keep that thing?
Quote from: Artful on July 29, 2011, 02:20:20 PM
Have you decided to keep that thing?
Most likely. If nothing else, it's fun to torment Lars with. ;D
Got the Dorsoduro back on the road. Rode to work today and it felt like a hot hairdryer in my face riding home. Need a new front tire...the middle has plenty of tread, but sides are about bald. [thumbsup]
Quick run to the garage this AM to do a bit of work.
Front is pretty much complete - fender is on the way but I still need to decide between a TrailTech Vapor or something with more bling $$$....
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-LzYnnHTaxFc/TjQB7TVU2UI/AAAAAAAAAcI/WolwGGQzuF0/s800/2011-07-30%25252007.30.50.jpg)
Speaking of bling, here's the clutch pressure plate and billet spring retainer (yea I need to do something about the frame paint).
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6dwSuJsjlVc/TjPzZxftHGI/AAAAAAAAAcA/SnNJXbyZmZo/s800/2011-07-30%25252007.58.20.jpg)
That's a fancy s2r exhaust...is it gonna work for you?
Quote from: Ducatician on July 30, 2011, 06:49:48 AM
That's a fancy s2r exhaust...is it gonna work for you?
No, the udder interferes with the 916-type swingarm so it would have to go. I had hoped I could get away with just moving the inlet for the vertical head to the side but that wont work. I would like to use the S2r's dual mufflers but I want to keep them low like the exhaust on the Streetfighter, we'll see how that works out....
Worked for a few hours (I'm NOT liking this one bit by the way!) and then left early to hit the Bowie loop before heading home (I liked this a lot better!).
Now I've entered a severe depression upon realizing my summer of fun is over! Damn it!!!!!! [bang] [bang] [bang]
Quote from: Ducatician on August 08, 2011, 01:37:14 PM
Worked for a few hours (I'm NOT liking this one bit by the way!) and then left early to hit the Bowie loop before heading home (I liked this a lot better!).
Now I've entered a severe depression upon realizing my summer of fun is over! Damn it!!!!!! [bang] [bang] [bang]
you'll be employed so you can make $$$ and spend it on that new girl of yours (Triumph). I am sure your S2R1K is ready to kick you in the :o
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on August 08, 2011, 05:31:33 PM
you'll be employed so you can make $$$ and spend it on that new girl of yours (Triumph). I am sure your S2R1K is ready to kick you in the :o
Hey now...my s2r loves me like nobody can...even better. I gave a good hard riding yesterday and put her away wet...just like she likes it! Even though she's not as big a whore as the trumpet.
Got back from the Tail late last night. Total zombie today. What a crazy week. Speeding tickets, falling trees, exploding watermelons, and muscle cars flying off bridges. Pictures will be posted eventually, but right now I'm going to zonk out with my woman and the mutt and doing my very best not to hammer my alarm clock through the nightstand in the morning.
Smoked pork chops, grilled summer squash, Harpoon IPA (thanks DeePak) and a fluid flush on the Ape. Got a big turndown on ice cream from a hottie at Wegmans....damn it all. At least the grill and beer was good.
Today I read the U.S. Constitution for the first time.
Quote from: ducrider45 on August 09, 2011, 08:07:39 AM
Today I read the U.S. Constitution for the first time.
[thumbsup]
Got a call from a contractor for a government agency of which I've never heard requesting a meeting with people I've never met tomorrow at noon... ???
sent you an email...
Quote from: Ducatician on August 09, 2011, 03:03:02 PM
Got a call from a contractor for a government agency of which I've never heard requesting a meeting with people I've never met tomorrow at noon... ???
They look anything like this, I suggest you RUN!
(http://wiki.songbirdnest.com/@api/deki/files/686/=agent-smith.jpg)
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Ducatician on August 09, 2011, 03:03:02 PM
Got a call from a contractor for a government agency of which I've never heard requesting a meeting with people I've never met tomorrow at noon... ???
This happens to me all the time; but I am one of the above described contractors.
Do you work for OPM?
Quote from: ducrider45 on August 09, 2011, 04:57:14 PM
This happens to me all the time; but I am one of the above described contractors.
No, I'm a Commissioning Engineer. I work in/ test mission critical facilities. This ranges from Government, military to Banks and Internet companies. Right now I'm at NSA.
Today I read The Declaration of independence.
Underwent an hour of grilling in a non-interview for a non-position that's cool as hell, but for which I'm unlikely to be qualified. I sold the translatable skills in my experience and background like it was Friday night on the busiest corner in town, but I'm certain they recognize the bits I'm missing.
Bits you're missing huh?
So you're the tranny on that corner then?
That could be a convenient position for him. The trannies are all working the late night shift across the street from him by my building.
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 10, 2011, 11:01:02 AM
Bits your missing huh?
So you're the tranny on that corner then?
Quote from: 696DCRider on August 10, 2011, 12:51:21 PM
That could be a convenient position for him. The trannies are all working the late night shift across the street from him by my building.
Where did you say you met your wife? [laugh]
Just kidding ;D
[laugh]
Those trannies down there aren't fooling anybody. They don't look like women, they look like dudes in skirts with lipstick on. It's shocking to see how many guys come and pick them up. I guess to each his own. I always just wonder if they know or not.
Quote from: Ducatician on August 10, 2011, 01:09:37 PM
Where did you say you met your wife? [laugh]
Just kidding ;D
Rented the only pair of wheels I could find and went for a ride. [Dolph]
(http://codeherrings.com/images/olympia_bike_ride_00.jpg)
Cool. What did you get?
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 10, 2011, 07:30:48 PM
Cool. What did you get?
It's a FELT. First time I've ever heard of the brand, but it looks cool. The frame is (almost) entirely carbon fiber, however it feels heavier that what I would expect. I guess that comes from the wheels and other parts...
Yea... Those pesky other parts add a touch of weight to it. ;)
Felt makes some pretty good stuff. Used to mainly be into tri-bikes, but they branched out into all aspects of riding now.
my roomate/sister works at a dealer in Rockville ( Revolution Cycles ) on the Pike that retails Felt and Trek, though they service all brands.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on August 10, 2011, 05:19:29 PM
(http://codeherrings.com/images/olympia_bike_ride_00.jpg)
Funny pic. Looks like you crashed ;D
Quote from: Autohag on August 11, 2011, 06:13:54 AM
Funny pic. Looks like you crashed ;D
It looks like an old road, but it's actually crushed shells on top of sand. I did try riding for a bit until it got too soft.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/olympia_bike_ride_01.jpg)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on August 11, 2011, 07:59:10 AM
It looks like an old road, but it's actually crushed shells on top of sand. I did try riding for a bit until it got too soft.
or maybe you were just too heavy for the road... ;D
Quote from: Ducatician on August 11, 2011, 09:49:11 AM
or maybe you were just too heavy for the road... ;D
he said it!
Quote from: Ducatician on August 11, 2011, 09:49:11 AM
or maybe you were just too heavy for the road... ;D
Daaaamn! [laugh]
Quote from: Ducatician on August 11, 2011, 09:49:11 AM
or maybe you were just too heavy for the road... ;D
And which are you? The pot or the kettle?
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 11, 2011, 11:16:32 AM
And which are you? The pot or the kettle?
Don't quite remember him saying anything about trying to ride that road...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 11, 2011, 03:20:33 PM
Don't quite remember him saying anything about trying to ride that road...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on August 11, 2011, 07:59:10 AM
It looks like an old road, but it's actually crushed shells on top of sand.
Quote from: Ducatician on August 11, 2011, 09:49:11 AM
or maybe you were just too heavy for the road... ;D
Says the plough on two legs! [cheeky]
And jokes aside I will need to get on a diet when I get back, especially after this week of eating and
drinking out. Biologists really like to party! ;D [beer]
Got started to be serious about the real estate market again. So if you know anyone who might want to buy a town house in Shirlington in a few months time - point 'em my way.
Now... to hunt down the rare beast of a garage in Arlington!
Lots of garages in Annandale - a few in Arlington, but not a lot. I started out looking for a place with a garage and enough space for the 20' race trailer and F250 in Arlington and didn't have much luck (within my budget). Another 5 minutes riding on Columbia Pike to get to Annandale did the trick, no pub transport really (other than busses), but I ride everywhere anyway [Dolph]
Full Harwood/North Beach run minus the daily nipple run. [Dolph]
Today I caught myself staring at my bike for a solid three minutes. I think it's a combination of being really happy with how the last round of upgrades went and severe sleep deprivation from finishing up tearing down and rebuilding a Superbike until 2:30 this morning.
I just scored a set of goldlines and all associated farkles for a big fat $Free.Fitty [beer]
Massimo and Lars, you should be thrilled to know I'll now have "big boy brakes".
And now you'll need, new new brake lines...
Quote from: Artful on August 18, 2011, 11:04:25 AM
I just scored a set of goldlines and all associated farkles for a big fat $Free.Fitty [beer]
Massimo and Lars, you should be thrilled to know I'll now have "big boy brakes".
(http://www.myfacewhen.com/images/247.jpg)
So now you can find some time to upload your pics from the trip to the Dragon and work on your Power Ranger movie, right? [cheeky]
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 18, 2011, 11:12:39 AM
And now you'll need, new new brake lines...
Those are included in the shiny farkles package.
For the snarky little Italian, here's the video from the Tail. I'll get around to uploading photos eventually.
Tail of the Dragon 2011 (http://www.vimeo.com/27792285)
The Cramps - Nice choice.
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 18, 2011, 11:42:20 AM
The Cramps - Nice choice.
Ha! What a bunch of music-geeks on this board. I was thinking that I hadn't heard that song in too long.
Indeed... and I don't think The Clash fit this piece ;D
Everyone's a critic
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 18, 2011, 11:42:20 AM
The Cramps - Nice choice.
Since the decal design for this year was rockabilly hot rod themed I went with a soundtrack to match.
The Cramps - Bikini Girls w/ Machine Guns
Imelda May - Psycho
Imelda May - Mayhem
The Horrorpops - Highway 55
Rev Horton Heat - You Can't Get Away From Me
Imelda May - Johnny Got a Boom Boom
Rev Horton Heat - Five-Oh-Ford
And I tossed two in there to commemorate our repeated meetings with local law enforcement
The Bottle Rockets - Radar Gun
The Clash - Police on My Back
It's a long ass video, but I've never seen the Tail that deserted.
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 18, 2011, 11:51:20 AM
Indeed... and I don't think The Clash fit this piece ;D
Everyone's a critic
It doesn't entirely, but each year the music selection is partially based around the events of the trip. And the police were all over us that week. I think our final tally by the end of the week between three of us that got tickets was $1500 by the time you factor in lawyer's fees from the Graham County triple ticket...
Quote from: Artful on August 18, 2011, 12:01:59 PM
Graham County triple ticket...
What's a triple ticket?
$1500 - ouch. Though my chat with a VA statey ran me up near a grand when I was done. But I was looking at a reckless... oop
NC State Trooper pulled all three of us for 79 in a 55. Three tickets, and all are must appears because they're over 70. So at least $175 per ticket, plus about the same for lawyer's fess (we're going to try and get a group rate). Then I got pulled all by myself on the Tail for 69 in a 30. They knocked that one down to 55 though so it's just a $175 fine.
I was just thrilled to hit damn near 70 on the Dragon exiting a turn.
Ah.
70 on the Dragon - you villain
Quote from: Artful on August 18, 2011, 11:40:16 AM
For the snarky little Italian, here's the video from the Tail. I'll get around to uploading photos eventually.
Snarky? Noooo, just a bit jealous! BTW, I think it was my grandma honking at you when you slowed down to a walking pace for the left hander at ~19:36.. She said you were like Crisco for the Dragon! [cheeky] [laugh]
Lol I'll be sure to take some notes on how to take that corner when you don't sissy out and actually show up next year :D
Quote from: Artful on August 18, 2011, 12:29:30 PM
Lol I'll be sure to take some notes on how to take that corner when you don't sissy out and actually show up next year :D
Aw snap!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on August 18, 2011, 12:25:24 PM
Snarky? Noooo, just a bit jealous! BTW, I think it was my grandma honking at you when you slowed down to a walking pace for the left hander at ~19:36.. She said you were like Crisco for the Dragon! [cheeky] [laugh]
Heh - that's the corner where the HD rider decides to pass an RV, locks it up and goes right down in the gluch. It's a good steep ass 25+ down right there on the inside.
Ha, is that the same one? There are so many hairpins like that I hadn't noticed.
Here are all the good pics except for the ones of the Challenger SRT-8 that we put off a bridge, those aren't being posted until the insurance claim finishes up.
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=51665.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=51665.0)
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/happy_md.jpg)
Wait! Is it actually running? Bringing it to the track on labor day? [evil]
Quote from: Ducatician on August 20, 2011, 05:50:14 PM
Wait! Is it actually running? Bringing it to the track on labor day? [evil]
Look a little closer would ya?
And no, I don't mean at Massimo's charming smile.
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 20, 2011, 06:24:33 PM
Look a little closer would ya?
Who cares if it doesn't have an exhaust?!? Shouldn't need gauges either if the ecu has been flashed. Looks like there's a rear rotor, so he ought to be able to stop (not well, granted, but still). Am I missing anything else?
Quote from: Ducatician on August 20, 2011, 06:34:59 PM
Who cares if it doesn't have an exhaust?!? Shouldn't need gauges either if the ecu has been flashed.
ECU? WTF is that?!? Carbs (Keihin FCR 41) all the way! And I am
seriously tempted to start the engine w/o the exhaust on. [evil]
Quote from: Ducatician on August 20, 2011, 06:34:59 PM
Am I missing anything else?
Quite a few things [cheeky], but only these are relative to the build:
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on August 20, 2011, 05:34:32 PM
What's missing: wiring, trail tech vapor, rear cowl + light + license plate bracket, front rotors and exhaust (the only thing I can't do >:().
As for the track day, looks like I will not be able to make it, too many things working against it... [bang]
Nice front brakes/rotors.....we used to jam our shoes in between the front tire and forks of our bikes as kids.....not sure if this would work so well for you.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on August 20, 2011, 07:54:42 PM
ECU? WTF is that?!? Carbs (Keihin FCR 41) all the way! And I am seriously tempted to start the engine w/o the exhaust on. [evil]
Quite a few things [cheeky], but only these are relative to the build:
As for the track day, looks like I will not be able to make it, too many things working against it... [bang]
Oh, yeah, I forgot this thing is as old as
Methuselah you are! [evil] You should definitely start it without the exhaust. :o :o
IF you keep putting more things on that bike it's gonna be heavy as you are and slow as a 620. ;D ;D
Now look at the smile on that guy! Nice job!
Yeah, those must be "superlight" rotors.
Besides the disks and the exhaust is that it? You'll probably wat a taillight I suppose. Very close...
My Groupon coupon and I went to Summitt Park with a coupla friends for some karting. Twas awsome until the rain cometh and cometh hard it did. Lap times went from mid 50's to low 90's. Despite the downpour, limited visibility and high potential for spinning out they kept running them. After spinning out 3 times under mild braking and acceleration I called it a day.
Only bright spots -
- Saw a Porsche Cayman R on 70 [bow_down];
- Saw the Miata and BMW CCA out racing on the main course; and
- Couple of ladies thought it was a great idea to wear white t-shirts despite the weather forecast. So the fellas got an impromptu wet t-shirt contest [clap]
Powerwashed the bike and gear on the slab back into town. My left ear is still ringing from the near lightning strike. My hands and feet are still pickled 6 hours later. :o
Well that sure sounds fun.
Quote from: Autohag on August 21, 2011, 06:23:14 PM
Powerwashed the bike and gear on the slab back into town. My left ear is still ringing from the near lightning strike. My hands and feet are still pickled 6 hours later. :o
That's a bit scary. Not at all unheard of for cycles to be the strike point for lightening. Dude in Denver died last year on his bike from a lightening hit.
With all the crazy t-storms we've been having - be careful folks
In hindsight it was dumb for me to be all the way out there. I thought I was safely heading home with plenty of sunshine around me, too. Storm just came out of nowhere. Lots of lightning (but no rain/wind) for about 40 miles. It was beautiful at a distance. I did meet a hearty soul on a Street Triple R; we rode back into town together. He told me by SMS this morning the lightning hit a street sign about 15 feet away. That isht was LOUD! So loud I swear the sound waves pushed my helmet to the side (kinda like a gust of wind). Although I was wearing plugs when it happened, my left ear was still ringing when my head hit the pillow last night.
Finally bought some track pants.
Need some gauntlets for Labor Day. Anyone local have a pair they want to sell/lend? My mits are large: XL for most brands, XXL in A*.
Got a set of CorTech Scarabs that are in my 'stuff to sell' pile. Should fit... I'll take a case of New Castle or a couple bottles of posh beers in trade. LMK
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 23, 2011, 08:33:55 AM
Got a set of CorTech Scarabs that are in my 'stuff to sell' pile. Should fit... I'll take a case of New Castle or a couple bottles of posh beers in trade. LMK
Cool. Check your inbox.
Earthquake FTW!
Quote from: bikepilot on August 23, 2011, 11:31:13 AM
Earthquake FTW!
I thought something shook my jiggly bits! ;D
Was enough to knock over books in my office...even worse, it knocked over my archives (read stacks) of final exams. It was a mucking fess! [bang]
Three of them! A 5.8, 5.9 and a 3.8 aftershock all near Richmond VA. My office in Severna Park shook quite a bit, almost scarry :'( :o THe wife called shortly after to let me know that the house was OK but the poor dog flipped out.
hmm I wonder if the bike I left on the lift this morning is still there ;D
Here's how hardcore lawyers roll when a building evacuation is ordered
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Quote from: Ducatician on August 23, 2011, 04:07:01 PM
What'd ya get?
(http://radcollector.com/columns/reneerenee/files/2010/05/steady_b01.JPG1.jpeg)
Quote from: tocino on August 23, 2011, 06:58:00 PM
(http://radcollector.com/columns/reneerenee/files/2010/05/steady_b01.JPG1.jpeg)
Dewd! Them is SOOOOOO FRESSSSHHHHHHHH!
Ha! Track Slacks!
I picked up the Teknic Mercury pants. Crowd says these mate to my Cortech jackets very well. We'll see...
Quote from: bikepilot on August 23, 2011, 01:49:00 PM
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zHave yhoi ttiirfd typivng ewoith glovres oinz?
Quote from: Ducatician on July 11, 2011, 06:46:50 PM
Ran the monster out of gas [bang][thumbsdown]...fortunately, I was a half block from the station I was trying to make it to. [thumbsup]
Yeah, I'm that dumb!
Remember this? Did it again yesterday going to the same station. This DP chip guzzles the gas! Reserve down to 15 mi after light comes on... Won't be trying to push it any more.
Quote from: Ducatician on August 30, 2011, 05:14:28 AM
Remember this? Did it again yesterday going to the same station. This DP chip guzzles the gas! Reserve down to 15 mi after light comes on... Won't be trying to push it any more.
Eh, no such problems with FCRs. If anything the mileage goes up, now down. ;D I guess old Methuselah got it right! [laugh] [cheeky]
Quote from: Ducatician on August 30, 2011, 05:14:28 AM
Remember this? Did it again yesterday going to the same station. This DP chip guzzles the gas! Reserve down to 15 mi after light comes on... Won't be trying to push it any more.
Fool you twice...
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 30, 2011, 06:10:53 AM
Fool you twice...
Not so much "fooling" as part of the learning process. I'll take the knocks to turn mpg in mph. [evil] ;D
Aren't you an educator? Even a hard science one?
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 30, 2011, 06:26:48 AM
Aren't you an educator? Even a hard science one?
Why yes I am. Any experimentalist will tell you that you shouldn't be surprised by a different result under new conditions. The thing I really hate is having a swollen tank again that only holds 3.1 gal from "bike won't run" empty! The nominal volume of the tank is 3.6 gal with a little over half a gallon reserve. Obvioulsy, I'm NOT happy with the proposed settlement between Ducati and Girard Gibbs!
Quote from: Ducatician on August 30, 2011, 07:34:29 AM
the proposed settlement between Ducati and Girard Gibbs!
- Do tell. I have not been following the plastic tank saga in detail.
Quote from: Ducatician on August 30, 2011, 07:34:29 AM
Any experimentalist will tell you that you shouldn't be surprised by a different result under new conditions.
True true - you have me there. And there are lots of variables at play. Maybe you should just figure out your rough average MPG and 0 the trip meter at a fill up then ride until XX miles. That's what I do... go old school with me man!
Quote from: Sad Panda on August 30, 2011, 08:08:17 AM
- Do tell. I have not been following the plastic tank saga in detail.
True true - you have me there. And there are lots of variables at play. Maybe you should just figure out your rough average MPG and 0 the trip meter at a fill up then ride until XX miles. That's what I do... go old school with me man!
That's what I've done...120 mi (stock) vs 105 mi (DP) til light comes on...~25 mi til empty on stock and ~15 with DP...so now I know. Anyone have a DP spec S2R1K? I'd be interested to see the difference in their map vs the euro DP spec map that I'm running courtesy of ducatidiag/writer.
I have a DP ECU from a Paul Smart (P/N 96517006b) on my S2R1K. I just had it installed & dyno-tuned by DucPond (so no comparisons possible yet), but the tech told me that the map was perfect out of the box. I don't have the tools to view the map, but if you do, I'm happy to make my bike available.
Dave
Quote from: Ducatician on August 30, 2011, 09:05:22 AM
...Anyone have a DP spec S2R1K? I'd be interested to see the difference in their map vs the euro DP spec map that I'm running courtesy of ducatidiag/writer.
DAVE!!!
Dave's not here.
Sure he is, see?
Quote from: dlowenst on August 30, 2011, 09:21:35 AM
I have a DP ECU from a Paul Smart (P/N 96517006b) on my S2R1K. I just had it installed & dyno-tuned by DucPond (so no comparisons possible yet), but the tech told me that the map was perfect out of the box. I don't have the tools to view the map, but if you do, I'm happy to make my bike available.
Dave
I'm here, lurker extraordinaire!
Dave
http://www.myspace.com/video/dave/dave-39-s-not-here/6050855 (http://www.myspace.com/video/dave/dave-39-s-not-here/6050855)
Man, I haven't been taunted with that skit since 1974 - long enough that I'd forgotten it ;)
Quote from: Artful on August 30, 2011, 02:28:24 PM
http://www.myspace.com/video/dave/dave-39-s-not-here/6050855 (http://www.myspace.com/video/dave/dave-39-s-not-here/6050855)
No kidding. I caught the reference, but turned and walked away from it. [cheeky]
My wife and I submitted a business plan and financial statement to the bank for a SBA loan.
Quote from: ducrider45 on August 30, 2011, 05:57:33 PM
My wife and I submitted a business plan and financial statement to the bank for a SBA loan.
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(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/facepalm/20080918_Picard_Facepalm.jpg)
Well we shall see what happens.
First day of lecture with some of tomorrow's doctors
Then did a Bowie to Harwood loop with a pit stop at Mike's to get a new tire on the rear of the Daytona. Flooding is gone and fewer sticks, but generally roads are pretty good. Usual mud/sand/gravel in the flooded spots.
Took the seven out for a quick spin. Ended up riding from Dumfries to Manassas, and back again...
watched some of the alms race downtown yesterday. cool.
think I'm just going to watch the indy race on tv while drinking today.
I rode the Buell home from Boston. :o (well, mostly yesterday and some of today -- left boston yesterday evening and rode most of the night).
First impressions are:
Exceptionally good handling, reminds me of the hypermotard. Its bigger/heavier and not as sporting, but has a fairly similar feel.
Exceptionally good suspension
Quite comfortable, after a quick test-sit it looks like that goes for the back seat too. The seat is huge, tons of room for both rider and passenger to move around, in fact I think my wife could play a boardgame back there and fix herself a sammich while on the go [cheeky]
Dreadful motor, slow, slow-revving, poor throttle response (twist and it eventually starts to build up steam, feels like its got a 50lbs flywheel or something -- which it probably does) and shakes like our parts scrubber at my old workplace. They claim 103hp, but the wife's 620 feels more lively. One positive aspect though is it'll push the bike along quite quickly without feeling strained at all. Just over 80mph is its happy place and things start to smooth out by then and its just loping along, seemingly just off idle at that speed. Averaged 49.7mpg over the trip as well which isn't bad considering I was going reasonably quickly and had all three hardbags fitted. This chassis with something like the TL1000S motor would absolutely rock. I'll give it some time, maybe I'll grow to love the motor, if not it'll go on the block and I'll go back to saving pennies for an SMT or SMR990 I think (or maybe a hyper with the CA Cycleworks tank or old style 'strada).
Quote from: bikepilot on September 11, 2011, 08:57:07 AM
SMR990
Now you're talking!!
(http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs41/f/2009/020/9/8/KTM_SMR_990_2_by_owenek1.jpg)
Yeah its a cool bike. For me it'd be an SMR990 with an SMT tank and seat or an SMT 990 with an SMR fender/headlight setup. They have the same frame and engine. The SMR gets slightly upgraded suspension with stiffer settings. I like the white/orange setup on the SMR better than the black/orange SMT though.
I saved myself a bunch of money by switching to DIY maintenance. Did the following over the weekend:
- front brake pads and fluid
- clutch fluid + "examined" my clutch pack
- oil + filter + screen
- air filter
- cleaned, lubed chain + adjusted tension
This morning I put all the crap back on that I took off for the trackday - blinkers, tag, mirrors, tail light, etc. Rode to work and nothing ex/imploded.
Next up: valves...
Quote from: Autohag on September 12, 2011, 08:08:19 AM
Next up: valves...
Let me know when you decide to do this...the skunk can be the guinea pig. ;D
He may be under my tutelage/supervision. You want a lesson too Jimbo?
Will do, Jim. Ima work around Ian's schedule as I need his wisdom and he's house-fixing/house-hunting these days. Not to mention everyone is wanting to get out and ride. Tentatively planning to get started shortly after October 1.
workin on my birfday.....oh twell...
sucks to be responsible sometimes!
Quote from: zooom on September 12, 2011, 08:38:44 AM
workin on my birfday.....oh twell...
sucks to be responsible sometimes!
Happy Birthday! Take a long lunch...
Quote from: Sad Panda on September 12, 2011, 08:31:16 AM
He may be under my tutelage/supervision. You want a lesson too Jimbo?
Quote from: Autohag on September 12, 2011, 08:37:21 AM
Will do, Jim. Ima work around Ian's schedule as I need his wisdom and he's house-fixing/house-hunting these days. Not to mention everyone is wanting to get out and ride. Tentatively planning to get started shortly after October 1.
Yes and I can be quite flexible in terms of timing. I'm not due for some time, but want to decide if I can do it or need to farm it out.
As I told Skunky, it's not hard - but does require some time if shims are needed and not on hand. A good bit of stuff has to come off to get at the valves - so it's not a job you want to do in the drive way. And if you've got to order shims - then there's the down time of waiting.
I did my valves over the winter - and at least a couple folks have seen my bike running since then :) So it's possible for mechanically inclined mortals to do
Quote from: Ducatician on September 12, 2011, 08:26:32 AM
Let me know when you decide to do this...the skunk can be the guinea pig. ;D
You'd better not be talkin' 'bout the fine S2R1000 I sold you (was it only last year? year before?)! I dub thee "The Skunk Maker"!
Quote from: tocino on September 12, 2011, 11:00:08 AM
You'd better not be talkin' 'bout the fine S2R1000 I sold you (was it only last year? year before?)! I dub thee "The Skunk Maker"!
I would never defile my fine steed by calling it a skunk!!!
From Autohag's signature:
"2007 S2R1K Skunk
2009 696 Dark (RIP)"
PS It was just last year if you can imagine!
Broke out the soldering gun and wired my powder coated clear lens headlight assembly. I can safely ride at night now [beer]
Rode to Seneca Rocks and back with Ben, Brian, Brett, Chris and Travis.
Had a cute little bear cross the road in front of us. :o :o Funny Brian started the day off by saying he was gonna ride with the bears.
Got a nail in my rear tire. Already lost about 10 or so lbs or pressure.
make the beast with two backs New York
Bought parts.
Went on ride, after a long time... somehow a screw came loose off my handle bar grip.. Felt like i had throttle on both handle bars..
Time to go looking for right size screw [bang]
Thread locker will prevent that from happening again.
I just installed a headlight relay and I'm more than happy with the output. Hope to get the bike running soon. [bang]
I bought a bicycle trailer for my 1yo. I took her for a ride around the block a few times. We had a blast!
[thumbsup]
Quote from: ducrider45 on September 19, 2011, 07:48:38 PM
I bought a bicycle trailer for my 1yo. I took her for a ride around the block a few times. We had a blast!
Wait 'til the only thing they say is "Faster, faster, faster!" [laugh]
Quote from: 696DCRider on September 19, 2011, 05:01:47 PM
Thread locker will prevent that from happening again.
I have a lot left from belly pan install, will use it this time around. Prolly shoot an email to pj parts to get the size on the screw.
Finally ordered a pellet stove and two tons of pellets.. Can't wait to NOT piss away $1500 on make the beast with two backsing heating oil again this year.
Another bonus is that there is no sales tax on pellets and I get a $300 tax credit to boot. Good all around. [beer]
I'm very tempted to knock out the bricks the PO put in the fireplace and put in a pellet stove myself. Nice to know they aren't taxed.
Quote from: Artful on September 21, 2011, 08:57:01 AM
I'm very tempted to knock out the bricks the PO put in the fireplace and put in a pellet stove myself. Nice to know they aren't taxed.
Home Improvement Theme Seasons 1 & 2 & 3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrPsh_25tXU#)
Got the new levers and front indicators mounted on the SD. The levers went on a treat, but I reallly have to wonder what sort of midget leprechaun hands they had in mind to get the plunger back through the dust seal on the brake side. Thought about going ahead and getting a replacement peg for the rear set, but... meh.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 22, 2011, 05:16:07 PM
Got the new levers and front indicators mounted on the SD. The levers went on a treat, but I reallly have to wonder what sort of midget leprechaun hands they had in mind to get the plunger back through the dust seal on the brake side. Thought about going ahead and getting a replacement peg for the rear set, but... meh.
That's some quick delivery.
Yea. The indicators actually got here yesterday. PJ's Parts kicks ass for stuff like that.
Got the levers direct from the wholesaler, as they had to custom up some with orange adjusters.
PJs does rock.
You get that plunger pin back in?
What lever you got? I'm thinking about gettin pazzo levers..
Quote from: Sad Panda on September 23, 2011, 10:09:12 AM
You get that plunger pin back in?
Not at all. I gave it the good ol' college try for about half an hour then said make the beast with two backs it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 23, 2011, 01:33:44 PM
Not at all. I gave it the good ol' college try for about half an hour then said make the beast with two backs it.
Be you could find someone with small fingers to fix that! [laugh]
Ted?
[evil]
Quote from: Ducatician on September 23, 2011, 03:10:14 PM
He said fingers! [evil] ;D
So? Don't small fingers usually come attached to small hands?
That's right... eeeeeeeverybody laughs until they can't get the plunger back in with their giant meat hooks.
It's ok - we understand that an artiste must have delicate hands.... even if they do look like lady hands.
Got a package from the UPS man: :)
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So... is that for the ride or is that to protect you from U of M chem students?
Quote from: Artful on September 27, 2011, 08:20:01 PM
So... is that for the ride or is that to protect you from U of M chem students?
Both! I showed up to lecture today with my helmet on and I didn't even ride since carrying laundry isn't something I've mastered yet. Help me fab a hanger holder? ;D The students think I'm a freak anyway (no comments from this peanut gallery please!) so I might as well live up to the hype!
Eh F'em. If they are too busy posing to realize who the fun professors really are who cares. Having gone to GW I got my fill of the humorless sorority drones only there to land an MRS degree.
I always liked my oddball profs
Yesterday I bought a garage. ;D. Oh yeah there's a house snapped on to it too... But I got a garage!
Quote from: Sad Panda on September 28, 2011, 03:22:03 AM
Eh F'em. If they are too busy posing to realize who the fun professors really are who cares. Having gone to GW I got my fill of the humorless sorority drones only there to land an MRS degree.
I always liked my oddball profs
Yesterday I bought a garage. ;D. Oh yeah there's a house snapped on to it too... But I got a garage!
Congrats!! [thumbsup] [beer] I hope it has a place for your unicorn too.
(http://s-ak.buzzfed.com/static/imagebuzz/web04/2009/9/18/10/panda-on-a-unicorn-30355-1253284789-55.jpg)
Unicorn posted solely to annoy Ben. [evil] ;D
Quote from: Ducatician on September 28, 2011, 03:36:48 AM
Congrats!! [thumbsup] [beer] I hope it has a place for your unicorn too.
(http://s-ak.buzzfed.com/static/imagebuzz/web04/2009/9/18/10/panda-on-a-unicorn-30355-1253284789-55.jpg)
Uhm... I'll just leave that right there.
Quote from: Ducatician on September 28, 2011, 03:36:48 AMUnicorn posted solely to annoy Ben.
Got to try harder than that young man...
:D
Quote from: Sad Panda on September 28, 2011, 03:22:03 AM
Yesterday I bought a garage. ;D. Oh yeah there's a house snapped on to it too... But I got a garage!
COOOL...how big is the garage and how many beer fridges does the house hold?
Congrats on the garage! [clap] [bow_down]
Quote from: zooom on September 28, 2011, 04:45:23 AM
COOOL...how big is the garage and how many beer fridges does the house hold?
Single wide, but decently deep. Enough for a car car, bike or two and still have some working space.
Needs a little help - It's just got old kitchen cabinets in it as storage and they are pretty tired. Also the floor is a bit ick... I'm doing a bit of research on coatings/flooring.
AWESOME...so, where be the new digs?
Congrats, Ian!
Quote from: zooom on September 28, 2011, 05:44:58 AM
AWESOME...so, where be the new digs?
Just a couple miles from the current. A touch south, mostly east.
Quote from: Sad Panda on September 28, 2011, 06:04:27 AM
Just a couple miles from the current. A touch south, mostly east.
[thumbsup]
Drove down to MFI to check out some bikes. The KTM SMT is the [bacon] the Kawasaki Versys seems nice but the KLR is just fugly.
Once Bianca is ready, I want to either sell the Monster 750 or trade it in for something better for winter/cold weather. The hardest thing for me is balancing out looks with practicality and $$$....
Dude!! Let me know if you come down here/there again. I'm just down the street.
The Versys is a nice ride. Power is about like a M620 and handling is pretty close as well. I'd love an SMT [evil]
KLRs are really slow, have lousy brakes, handling and suspension, but they are cheap and pretty comfy. I'm riding a buell ulysses now. its actually surprisingly similar to the Versys, but with a lot more vibration, better suspension and more leg room. In theory it has more power, but it has such a heavy flywheel it revs up slowly and doesn't really feel much faster. One advantage for winter riding is the air cooled motor heats up the frame and seat and if you don't have air deflectors in place blows hot air on your legs [roll]
the 990 SM-T is a bike I have been lusting over as a potential replacement for the Gran Canyon....but I have been awaiting the next Triumph demo truck day so I can try out a Tiger 800 XC...
Been doing some reading on ADVrider.com about the three bikes. The KLR seems the easiest/cheapest to maintain and fix, they are probably the best go anywhere, throw anything at it bike (once properly setup) but in person they give me the same feel as a fugly chick trying to grind with me at a club. [puke]
The KTM felt just right when I sat on it, the engine sounds electric (and quiet, but that's easy to fix [evil]), the only thing that it might need is a larger windsceen for better protection. I was also surprised that it was the easiest to flat foot (one side only -- I cheated [cheeky] [laugh]). The only negative is the price, even if I trade in the Monster 750 it's probably more than I will be comfortable dishing out. :-\
The Versys is pretty much in the middle between the two, and would be the rational choice. But (and there had to be one) I'm not entirely sold on it. Probably the only bike I would be happy to jump on right now would be a Guzzi Norge or, even better, a Stelvio. [drool]
If I was in the market for either of those three I would just get the KTM.
The Kawi may be good for something but not a comparison with a KTM.
Triumph may be ok for a while but would only be a stepping stone to the KTM.
Quote from: Lars D on September 29, 2011, 12:00:53 PM
If I was in the market for either of those three I would just get the KTM.
The Kawi may be good for something but not a comparison with a KTM.
Triumph may be ok for a while but would only be a stepping stone to the KTM.
shaddup you biased ham sammich boi !!!
Quote from: zooom on September 29, 2011, 12:30:45 PM
Quote from: Lars D on September 29, 2011, 12:00:53 PM
If I was in the market for either of those three I would just get the KTM.
The Kawi may be good for something but not a comparison with a KTM.
Triumph may be ok for a while but would only be a stepping stone to the KTM.
shaddup you biased ham sammich boi !!!
+1 on that! Go back to your bulimic buell! [puke]
[cheeky] [laugh]
A uly would be superior to the Triumph or Kaw, but not the SMT.
There are quite a few superior components on the KTM that I feel in the long term would
make it cheaper to own over the long term.
Absolutely no need to upgrade the suspension is one.
Brakes, no real reason to touch anything.
It comes with bags.
Most would never get it high enough in the air to bottom it out so no bash plate.
And from my experience with the 950, insurance is $124 a year, wtf are they thinking??
Quote from: Lars D on September 29, 2011, 12:53:06 PM
And from my experience with the 950, insurance is $124 a year, wtf are they thinking??
they are thinking, they can buy a whole lot of ham sammiches with your money whilst you go launch yourself into the stratosphere and think but decide against filing a claim after you land....
Quote from: Lars D on September 29, 2011, 12:53:06 PM
A uly would be superior to the Triumph or Kaw, but not the SMT.
There are quite a few superior components on the KTM that I feel in the long term would
make it cheaper to own over the long term.
Absolutely no need to upgrade the suspension is one.
Brakes, no real reason to touch anything.
It comes with bags.
Most would never get it high enough in the air to bottom it out so no bash plate.
And from my experience with the 950, insurance is $124 a year, wtf are they thinking??
Heard/Read a lot of that on the ADVrider forum as an argument for KTMs in general VS most other bikes: they're already setup right. The main point against KTM bikes tho is that many seem to be setup like ballerinas. The maintenance can get intensive and/or expensive. :-\
And yea, insurance gets silly cheap once you're over a certain age. I got quoted under $250 for both the Monster 750 and Bianca (vin from a 1999 996 with $2000 in accessories -- wheels and all + roadside assistance ), and this isn't for bare minimun coverage! ???
KLRs seem to be hit or miss, some last forever, some end up with broken dohickeys and cracked pistons within a year. Aslo they have something like 35hp to the wheel and weight about 400lbs ready to ride. You'll get passed by guys in spandex on bicycles. [cheeky]
I haven't heard of any repeat issues on the Versys. I almost bought a versys, but went off to law school instead. When I got out I almost bought one again. I didn't because although the bike is quite nice, it was just a wee bit bland and just a touch cramped for leg and passenger room.
If money weren't an issue I'd have snagged an SMR990 (or an SMT990 and then bolted SMR plastic to the nose) I think. FWIW I played with an SMT's "luggage" and it seemed small and flimsy. I wouldn't put much value on the stock luggage. Maybe good for carrying a snack or rain gear, but you aren't gonna haul a couple of dead bodies in the panniers like ya can on a Uly or GS. I find it ugly and uninspiring to look at, but I think it'd be just perfect to ride - or nearly so. A hypermotard 1100 Evo SP with the CA cycleworks 6-gal tank would also be way high on the wish-list. As it was, I really wanna pay off my student loans quickly so I tried to keep to a low budget.
I don't think maintenance/upkeep on the KTM would be all that bad other than keeping fuel in it (they drink gas!). A friend has one he's ridden all over Europe. I think he's got 60k miles on it now and no troubles.
I happened across a killer deal on a Ulysses and bought it a couple of weeks ago. It isn't bland, it handles surprisingly well and has excellent suspension. Price works out about the same as a used Versys. It does have its faults - various things aren't built quite right and are left up to the user to fix, it throws off a lot of heat onto the rider and shakes/vibrates a lot (a huge amount at idle, not horrible at speed, but the pegs still buzz my feet more than I'd like). Its a unique ride and I'm really happy I got it, a very different experience from anything I've had so far. I expect I'll end up getting something a bit less lazy in the future, but I'd be tempted to keep the buell around for long trips and 2-up.
One more to think about is the old-style multistrada. Its a great bike too and was another I was considering as a lower-budget option. I actually won an auction for one on ebay (1100S), but reserve wasn't met and seller wasn't interested in moving it.
As stated earlier, you won't shed too many tears due to the cost of KTM servicing, especially after owning Ducatis. Go with the SM-T, I've got the software to tune the motor and we can have fun with it. :D
Or, there's a shop out in Luray with a left over '08 SD, and a pair of Adventures.
Quote from: bikepilot on September 29, 2011, 01:32:25 PM
KLRs seem to be hit or miss, some last forever, some end up with broken dohickeys and cracked pistons within a year. Aslo they have something like 35hp to the wheel and weight about 400lbs ready to ride. You'll get passed by guys in spandex on bicycles. [cheeky]
The new 2011 Kawasaki KLR 650: Go Anywhere!
(just slower than a giant sperm)Quote from: bikepilot on September 29, 2011, 01:32:25 PM
I haven't heard of any repeat issues on the Versys. I almost bought a versys, but went off to law school instead. When I got out I almost bought one again. I didn't because although the bike is quite nice, it was just a wee bit bland and just a touch cramped for leg and passenger room.
^^^ That.
Quote from: bikepilot on September 29, 2011, 01:32:25 PM
If money weren't an issue I'd have snagged an SMR990 (or an SMT990 and then bolted SMR plastic to the nose) I think. FWIW I played with an SMT's "luggage" and it seemed small and flimsy. I wouldn't put much value on the stock luggage. Maybe good for carrying a snack or rain gear, but you aren't gonna haul a couple of dead bodies in the panniers like ya can on a Uly or GS.
As it was, I really wanna pay off my student loans quickly so I tried to keep to a low budget.
I don't think maintenance/upkeep on the KTM would be all that bad other than keeping fuel in it (they drink gas!). A friend has one he's ridden all over Europe. I think he's got 60k miles on it now and no troubles.
I've read up on issues with the 950/990 bikes from here: http://www.ktm950.info/how/ktm_950_issues.html (http://www.ktm950.info/how/ktm_950_issues.html) They do seem to be pretty reliable once these are taken care of.
Quote from: bikepilot on September 29, 2011, 01:32:25 PM
One more to think about is the old-style multistrada. Its a great bike too and was another I was considering as a lower-budget option. I actually won an auction for one on ebay (1100S), but reserve wasn't met and seller wasn't interested in moving it.
I like those nice art deco inspired lines, but the suspension seems pretty much on par with any current monster, which isn't enough for DC. Also wind protection isn't that great...
I think what I need is a fun bike with enough engine for some 2-up riding, wind protection for the winter, suspensions for the DC
roads pot hole collection, and looks that don't make me want to throw it off a cliff, in flames after taking a dump in its tank.
[laugh] I like your style.
I was looking for pretty much the exact same thing minus the wind protection
The suspension on the Multi is way better than the monster for rough roads. Significantly more travel (~6.5" IIRC) and much smoother/softer. I actually don't care for much wind protection and found the multi had more than i liked. The S model even has blingy ohlins bits. In the winter I just wear a wind-proof jacket and, if necessary, a heated vest. That's been enough to keep me happy year round in DC and Boston, but I've always been quite tolerant of cold (now heat is a different thing).
You can try my buell if you want. Note though that it has the short/stiff suspension. If you want a more cushy ride you'd want the X model (mine's an XT). Even the XT is dramatically smoother than the monster or my TL on DC roads - smooth enough that it suits me fine (I race in the dirt though, so getting bumped around a bit doesn't bother me as much as it might some folks). My buell came with a big aftermarket mad-stad screen that gave a ton of wind protection. I took it off, but its an option if you want a buell + loads of wind protection. I really like the looks of the buell uly (have since proto photos first came out), but it is polarizing so you might not, I dunno. Wife says the pillion seat has so much room she could play a board game back there. Its def got more room than even my dad's R100RT. The Buell has very little scheduled maintenance (belt drive and push-rod, hydro valves), but a fair number of problem areas that will probably need attention from time to time. No major or expensive problem areas on the 2008 and newer models though, just silly stuff like rear wheel bearings, wiring issues, the seat hitting the ECM and cracking it, excessive hot air blowing on your right leg, etc.
Note I still like the DR250 and its no faster, probably even a little slower, than the KLR650, I wouldn't wanna do any 2-up touring on it though. I still need to fix a wire connector on it so you can take it for a spin (the copper tab on a harness connector female pin broke off all the strange things).
Speaking of issues with Buells... Talk to Lars about downshifting while in the hills of western VA. [evil]
I was a zip-tie and a shoestring away.......
Thinking more "did my motor in" than the brake caliper falling off.
[cheeky]
Quote from: Sad Panda on September 28, 2011, 03:22:03 AM
Yesterday I bought a garage. ;D. Oh yeah there's a house snapped on to it too... But I got a garage!
Quote from: Ducatician on September 28, 2011, 03:36:48 AM
I hope it has a place for your unicorn too.
(http://s-ak.buzzfed.com/static/imagebuzz/web04/2009/9/18/10/panda-on-a-unicorn-30355-1253284789-55.jpg)
And enough room for all the
(http://boingboing.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/RTR2RVTW.jpg)
That's a a lot of baby pandas...
So far today I've wanted to reach through a computer screen and the phone to shake and or throttle people. Good times.
Terrorized the neighborhood on my sons new to us 1984 KX60! That thing makes the XR70 seem super tame.
Quote from: rgramjet on September 30, 2011, 06:04:45 PM
Terrorized the neighborhood on my sons new to us 1984 KX60! That thing makes the XR70 seem super tame.
Nice! I started out on an '84 KX80. I remember it being really, really loud. And fun. And, yes, somewhat terrifying for the neighbors.
Quote from: Autohag-AKA-SkunkRider on September 30, 2011, 06:34:52 PM
Nice! I started out on an '84 KX80. I remember it being really, really loud. And fun. And, yes, somewhat terrifying for the neighbors.
That little sucker has plenty of chutzpa!
I started on an '82 YZ80 (yellow and black, fork mounted radiator), then at 13 decided a CR500 would be better (it wasn't), then a '91 KX80 Big Wheel, then a '90 CR500...
Quote from: rgramjet on September 30, 2011, 06:04:45 PM
Terrorized the neighborhood on my sons new to us 1984 KX60! That thing makes the XR70 seem super tame.
yeah...that "on the pipe hit" of a 2 smoke is a huge difference than the ole 4 stroke...does the KX have a disk brake?....
I got the bike a 4-wheeled friend.
unfortunately, it likely means the bike gets ridden less... hope she doesn't get jealous.
Got to listen to a bunch of grown men cry and whine during a conference call that was supposed to take 15 min. 2HRS later I felt like blowing my head off.
Quote from: Statler on October 01, 2011, 08:53:37 AM
I got the bike a 4-wheeled friend.
unfortunately, it likely means the bike gets ridden less... hope she doesn't get jealous.
At least it's from the same country.
Quote from: zooom on October 01, 2011, 05:02:30 AM
yeah...that "on the pipe hit" of a 2 smoke is a huge difference than the ole 4 stroke...does the KX have a disk brake?....
Its a drum.
I'm getting a dirty itch! I'm 6'3", 220. Is a 125 going to haul my arse around sufficiently or should I jump straight to a 250 or a 500? My dirtbike experience is limited.
Quote from: Statler on October 01, 2011, 08:53:37 AM
I got the bike a 4-wheeled friend.
unfortunately, it likely means the bike gets ridden less... hope she doesn't get jealous.
Do tell!
Quote from: rgramjet on October 01, 2011, 12:39:19 PM
Is a 125 going to haul my arse around sufficiently or should I jump straight to a 250 or a 500? My dirtbike experience is limited.
I could point you to a brand new two stroke KTM 350. [evil]
Point me to it! (I'm pretty sure they don't make a 2-stroke 350 - they have a 300 though and a very spiffy 350 four stroke).
A 125 2-stroke MX bike from about '88+ will haul you around fine if you keep it on the pipe. Its not a bike for a slow, relaxing ride, but there's nothing better for a WOT, all-out run. They make about 35hp to the wheel, so a few more hp than say a DRZ400SM while weighing a hundred lbs less. A 125 air cooled four stroke will have you getting passed by people on mountain bikes :P One thing about 125s is they are also generally considered to be the best learning tool in the dirt, they teach you to take perfect lines, carry lots of momentum in the turns and manage your power/engine carefully. Also, being light and relatively slow they don't wear you out and magnify your mistakes like a 250 two stroke or 450 four stroke (125 2t and 250 4t race in the same class, as do 250 2ts and 450 4ts - the 4ts are a bit faster so the 2t is a disadvantage under the current rules in MX, but if you aren't worried about collecting points and going for championships the 2ts are cheaper, less maintenance and more fun imho). The 250 four strokes are the easiest to ride of them all. Power and handling about like a 125 (just a touch more power), but a really wide power curve and they hook up well.
A 125/250F is a like like a 600cc supersport (ZX6 etc) while a 250/450F is a lot like a liter bike (ZX10).
Quote from: bikepilot on October 01, 2011, 06:33:12 PM
Point me to it! (I'm pretty sure they don't make a 2-stroke 350 - they have a 300 though and a very spiffy 350 four stroke).
It might have been a 300, but I thought I saw a "5" as the second number on the side. It was definitely a 2stroke though, as it's impossible to miss that pipe. [thumbsup]
Went to pickup my baby from the welder. ;D
Changed the oil and let her run for a little. Want to re-route some wires and the fuel lines. Need to make the licence plate and turn signals bracket and finish up the tail.
Hmm, I'll keep my eyes open [thumbsup]
sounds you like need this Roger...
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2593530076.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/mcy/2593530076.html)
Had lunch ( [beer] ) with the 'WNG
Decided to check out the new-to-me local forum. Howdy.
Quote from: jebus tristos on October 02, 2011, 01:49:30 PM
Had lunch ( [beer] ) with the 'WNG
Decided to check out the new-to-me local forum. Howdy.
Sorry that had to be your introduction to the CAM crowd! ;D
Welcome to the area. [thumbsup]
Stared at these as Ted would put is pieces of milled sexiness.....
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/19c336e5.jpg)
Eliot Spitzer would happily pay 4 diamonds price to get his hands on these.
Finally got around to getting the SC registered here in VA, then got a new pair of shoes lined up for the SD tomorrow morning.
In response to some smart-assed email from others on my team, I made this:
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/i-QXKwDFw/0/S/i-QXKwDFw-S.jpg)
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 06, 2011, 01:09:19 PM
In response to some smart-assed email from others on my team, I made this:
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/i-QXKwDFw/0/S/i-QXKwDFw-S.jpg)
That's awesome!
http://www.traxxion.com/AK-20AxxionCartridgeKit.aspx (http://www.traxxion.com/AK-20AxxionCartridgeKit.aspx)
sent the Aprilia Dorsoduro forks in to Traxxion Dynamics in Georgia for a complete overhaul and upgrade to their AK-20 cartridges, springs and valving. The cartridges alone are 999.00 then whatever else they need to make this work since they haven't done a set yet. Free installation, I just pay for parts. Looking at about 12-1500 once everything is done.
Looking at this for the rear
http://www.traxxion.com/Penske8983DoubleAdjustableShockRemoteReservoir.aspx (http://www.traxxion.com/Penske8983DoubleAdjustableShockRemoteReservoir.aspx)
You know, there's a company from Sweden that makes pretty good stuff...
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 06, 2011, 01:45:07 PM
http://www.traxxion.com/AK-20AxxionCartridgeKit.aspx (http://www.traxxion.com/AK-20AxxionCartridgeKit.aspx)
sent the Aprilia Dorsoduro forks in to Traxxion Dynamics in Georgia for a complete overhaul and upgrade to their AK-20 cartridges, springs and valving. The cartridges alone are 999.00 then whatever else they need to make this work since they haven't done a set yet. Free installation, I just pay for parts. Looking at about 12-1500 once everything is done.
Looking at this for the rear
http://www.traxxion.com/Penske8983DoubleAdjustableShockRemoteReservoir.aspx (http://www.traxxion.com/Penske8983DoubleAdjustableShockRemoteReservoir.aspx)
A lot of folks seem to like the penske on daytonas.
Quote from: Ducatician on October 06, 2011, 01:18:51 PM
That's awesome!
Part of posting it is in the curious hope to see if it'll crop up on the Interwebs in other places that have nothing to do with me.
Angry Panda is the new Sad Panda
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 06, 2011, 01:45:07 PM
http://www.traxxion.com/AK-20AxxionCartridgeKit.aspx (http://www.traxxion.com/AK-20AxxionCartridgeKit.aspx)
Looking at this for the rear
http://www.traxxion.com/Penske8983DoubleAdjustableShockRemoteReservoir.aspx (http://www.traxxion.com/Penske8983DoubleAdjustableShockRemoteReservoir.aspx)
My Penske really is amazing. Worth it [bacon]
Noticed that the oil "sight" tube on the SD has a crack in it. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 06, 2011, 01:54:40 PM
You know, there's a company from Sweden that makes pretty good stuff...
IKEA?
[laugh] [laugh]
Nearly all the furniture in my apt comes from Ikea. This foto is from my very first trip to get furniture. I couldn't do more than 30mph without the mattress lifting itself from the roof! [laugh]
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-G4aaaFkLyuw/SAbFKpIHC5I/AAAAAAAAAEk/1m7_8mEMsUc/s800/01.jpg)
from this: (https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-MQUdLPM6G50/SAbAVpIHCxI/AAAAAAAAADY/l92UWOfoyHE/s400/03.jpg)to this(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-QB0yLYGD0TM/SAbBJpIHC1I/AAAAAAAAAD8/xdqLu5XVW3Q/s400/07.jpg)
in one afternoon.
^^^^No curtains???? You like giving the neighbors a free show?? or a nightmare?
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 07, 2011, 07:30:54 PM
^^^^No curtains????
My wife took care of those, she would put up a brick wall if she could... mainly to keep me from mooning the neighbors. [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 08, 2011, 04:48:46 AM
My wife took care of those, she would put up a brick wall if she could... mainly to keep me from mooning the neighbors. [laugh]
Somehow I don't see that stopping you.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 07, 2011, 07:30:54 PM
^^^^No curtains???? You like giving the neighbors a free show?? or a nightmare?
Neighbors? All I see is a brick wall. Takes a scarier man than Mass to scare a brick wall
I say....nice ole MK3 Golf....
Ran into Pepe at the Italian fest in DC!
Took her out for her first long ride with a buddy up River Road to Poolesville. Saw lotsa Monsters out and about including a red/white striped S*R on River Road.
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Project%20Stealth/photo.jpg)
Love everything about the way the SBK swap has changed the way the bike tracks, corners and handles. Just need to get the front end and fork dialed in for this machine and we're all good. Might give MSP (is that the place you got your bike suspension worked on Jim and Ben?)
MRP.
Quote from: zooom on October 09, 2011, 02:20:02 PM
I say....nice ole MK3 Golf....
'94 with California emissions, over 140.000 miles now, got me to college, back and forth to Chicago and Louisville a few times, and all the way up to Toronto via Philly, NY, Boston and Niagara Falls. [thumbsup]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 09, 2011, 06:51:24 PM
'94 with California emissions, over 140.000 miles now, got me to college, back and forth to Chicago and Louisville a few times, and all the way up to Toronto via Philly, NY, Boston and Niagara Falls. [thumbsup]
[thumbsup]
My MkIV has about 125K on it. Poor thing is starting to make some funny noises...
Work work work... well I am at work today - but I'm talking about yesterday.
Replaced the clutch on the 900
Had to cut out a leaking water shut off for my washer and break out the torch a solder a new one on.
Fit a new door, in a normal frame
Fit a new door, in a not so normal frame. So I'm not sure how they managed to do it, but the folks who made the frame to a door in my basement that should have been 36" made it 35 3/4" in middle and 35 5/8" at the top and bottom. So what should have been a pretty fast job with a router and a couple hand chisels turned into an adventure with a circular saw, power sander, many test fittings and a shit ton of time.
Isn't be a homeowner grand
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 10, 2011, 05:42:08 AM
Work work work... well I am at work today - but I'm talking about yesterday.
Replaced the clutch on the 900
Had to cut out a leaking water shut off for my washer and break out the torch a solder a new one on.
Fit a new door, in a normal frame
Fit a new door, in a not so normal frame. So I'm not sure how they managed to do it, but the folks who made the frame to a door in my basement that should have been 36" made it 35 3/4" in middle and 35 5/8" at the top and bottom. So what should have been a pretty fast job with a router and a couple hand chisels turned into an adventure with a circular saw, power sander, many test fittings and a shit ton of time.
Isn't be a homeowner grand
is this with your old house, or the perspective new one?....been offline for a couple days...so pardon my ignorance....
my current - soon to be former house. Knocking off the home inspection stuff. I had kitty doors they the buy wanted replaced.
The shut off for the clothes washer must have had a hairline crack in it because no matter what I had tried it would just weep a tiny bit of water. New seal at the joint, Teflon tape, sealant goop, saying nasty things to it... nothing would keep it from leaking just a tiny bit - like a drop of water every few hours.
So after much wasted time and many attempts to getting it to seal I said 'make the beast with two backsit, you're off!' and out came the pipe cutter and torch. After 1 failed try due to not enough heat I got a nice pretty joint on and it's done.
I gotta say, my joint is a lot nicer than the 'professional' ones I can see. Maybe I'm in the wrong trade.
That's the secret to sweating copper. When you think it's hot enough, torch it more. When the flame turns green, solder and set.
Quote from: Artful on October 10, 2011, 08:21:37 AM
When the flame turns green, solder and set.
Catch there was I was being good and wearing eye protection - when yellow lenses.... so the flame was always green :)
I wear glasses every day, if I wasn't wearing them I'd have burnt the house down :) Yellow safety glasses? Were you sweating pipe then going out to shoot some clays?
Quote from: Artful on October 10, 2011, 08:55:56 AM
I wear glasses every day, if I wasn't wearing them I'd have burnt the house down :) Yellow safety glasses? Were you sweating pipe then going out to shoot some clays?
who said he had to leave the house to do that?!?!?!
Quote from: zooom on October 10, 2011, 09:44:57 AM
who said he had to leave the house to do that?!?!?!
I am moving out after all..
Took the SC out for a quick flog on some of the "local" roads, then went by Colemans to start the process of replacing yet another tank. While there, noticed that I had picked up a nail in the rear tire. The guy asked me if I had been up/down Joplin road, which I had. Apparently someone has taken to distributing nails along the road over the last week or so...
see Ted's picked up a nail and needs plugging thread in Tech for my suggestion....
Quote from: zooom on October 10, 2011, 01:42:26 PM
see Ted's picked up a nail and needs plugging thread in Tech for my suggestion....
Not the "is it safe to ride on this tire" thread?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 10, 2011, 01:45:42 PM
Not the "is it safe to ride on this tire" thread?
no...that one is in General I think...and when I get home, I'll check out what you embedded there( damn webfilter has it blocked here at work)
BAD is looking at picking up a No Mar setup as a group if you're interested in chipping in, though you're pretty far south to take full benefit.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 10, 2011, 01:45:42 PM
Not the "is it safe to ride on this tire" thread?
Here: http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=52951.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=52951.0)
Quote from: Artful on October 10, 2011, 01:52:13 PM
Here: http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=52951.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=52951.0)
I saw that thread. Still felt like being snarky.
Thanks though.
Made some cardboard cutouts for Bianca's tail. Managed to hack the previous piece of (shit) aluminium to fit decently, but it's still a hack. I'll have to order a new sheet of and then fit that one using the cutouts I already made.
I also cut off some bits from the tail section to fit the tail light further back in. I plan to eventually go to an all LED setup but for now I'm using the leftover taillight (and turn signals) from the M900 I cannibalized.
Still need to bleed the rear brake and the clutch, and then setup the wiring for the vapor. [roll]
Washed the bike this morning. [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 14, 2011, 12:29:43 PM
Washed the bike this morning. [laugh]
What?!?!!? It's the end-times for sure!
After seeing two accidents on noob rides, I decided it was long past due to install frame sliders - it was a straightforward process.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on October 15, 2011, 06:19:14 AM
that just means he rode in the rain
Exactly! [thumbsup]
Quote from: gwjcat on October 15, 2011, 01:37:43 PM
After seeing two accidents on noob rides, I decided it was long past due to install frame sliders - it was a straightforward process.
Absolutely worth it, they can save you a lot of money & headaches in the long run.
posted the Passat on CL today for sale...
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/2652875387.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/2652875387.html)
Rode with Pilette most all day yesterday, visited some good friends we hadn't seen in way too long, and today slept in, ate pizza, mowed the lawn, hung with the wife and washed the dirt bikes.
Spent the weekend with friends at MIR Raceway in Budds Creek. Running the Lightning with some good time for a 4715 lb truck. Best was a 11.002 with a 1.53 60ft at 123 mph in the 1/4 mile. First couple runs I was about 2 sec off pace, and realized I was not getting 21# of boost and was only seeing 10# of boost. Fixed the vacuum actuator on the back of the Kenne Bell supercharger and had no other problems. Lots of race fuel, smoky burnouts and good food Sat night at The Green Turtle in La Plata. We should make this a stop for dinner since it is off the 301 in MD. Also has a good picking of single women in the bar area...
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 16, 2011, 07:02:57 PM
Also has a good picking of single women in the bar area...
I can only imagine!
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_YMigxEbug9E/S-2thbJv7MI/AAAAAAAAAGI/W69sXgUUEFQ/s320/redneck-woman.jpg)
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 17, 2011, 03:58:16 AM
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_YMigxEbug9E/S-2thbJv7MI/AAAAAAAAAGI/W69sXgUUEFQ/s320/redneck-woman.jpg)
Dude!! Would you PLEASE stop posting pictures of yourself in drag. There are other forums for that.
tis okay Pepe....I can't see it here at work due to the webfilter, but I suspect it is more because he is afraid of whom might see whatever the pic is over his shoulder and question what he is looking at...
Quote from: zooom on October 17, 2011, 04:45:06 AM
tis okay Pepe....I can't see it here at work due to the webfilter, but I suspect it is more because he is afraid of whom might see whatever the pic is over his shoulder and question what he is looking at...
you're closer to the thuth than you imagine, I pulled that photo from Ben's facebook page! [laugh] [laugh]
I've been facestalking you...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 17, 2011, 06:21:19 AM
I've been facestalking you...
Oh is *that* what they're calling it nowadays!
Talked to Comcast. What an exercise in idiocy that was. I had to just hang up on the first guy I spoke to.
I called back later only to find that all the circles he was talking me in and trying to get me to sign up were all for naught as I can't even schedule for someone to come out until after service at the new place has been cut off. That's right, I can't even make an *appointment* for my new place until after the service has been shut off. They had the info that the service has been scheduled to be shut off, and yet I still can't make an appointment.
ran into the same conflict when I moved and carried my service over to where I am....Dolci made effective use of her twitter friends network by tweeting "COMCAST FAIL" and getting them all to retweet it with the problem description....
I had major comcast issues when I moved as well. [thumbsdown]
Don't think the others are any better. Verizon left me without internet at home for over a week because of some issue at a switching station (it only affected me, other people with Verizon in my building were fine -- don't ask [evil]). My mother just gave up on AT&T after months of spotty on/off service (every time the net was down she showed up at my apt... [laugh]).
http://www.mirdrag.com/v2/results/2011/11-10/11-10-16/LIGHTNING_SHOOTOUT_2011-10-16.html (http://www.mirdrag.com/v2/results/2011/11-10/11-10-16/LIGHTNING_SHOOTOUT_2011-10-16.html)
Results from the Ford Lightning Shootout this weekend. I drove there in a 4715 lb truck, qualified #6, raced it to low 11's..full power, A/C, ect with the same tires I drive around on with nothing breaking. Great weekend even though we stayed at a hotel where they found a dead body 2 weeks ago in Charlotte Hall, MD.
http://www.thebaynet.com/news/index.cfm/fa/viewstory/story_ID/24263 (http://www.thebaynet.com/news/index.cfm/fa/viewstory/story_ID/24263)
That's a quick pickup truck [beer]
Went to Bob's BMW to look at some toys: two F650 bikes a regular single and the Dakar variant. I was surprised that I could comfortably tip-toe the Dakar even tho the seat stands at 35" (both seat and shocks are pretty plush).
Other than height the main differences between the two are that the Dakar has a higher spec rear shock, but no heated grips or top case and is 4 years older.
After that I headed over to Speeds to look at a few Guzzis, a Le Mans and a Breva Sport. The guy I talked to was willing to push a pretty good deal on the Le Mans, but after looking/sitting/fooling around with both I can't say I fancy either. :-\
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 19, 2011, 12:12:20 PM
Went to Bob's BMW to look at some toys: two F650 bikes a regular single and the Dakar variant. I was surprised that I could comfortably tip-toe the Dakar even tho the seat stands at 35" (both seat and shocks are pretty plush).
did you look at the KTM 950 that was there?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 19, 2011, 12:12:20 PM
I headed over to Speeds to look at a few Guzzis, a Le Mans and a Breva Sport. The guy I talked to was willing to push a pretty good deal on the Le Mans, but after looking/sitting/fooling around with both I can't say I fancy either. :-\
you musta talked to Joe....he wants so badly to be rid of the Guzzi's due to how they generally move...
Quote from: zooom on October 19, 2011, 12:59:49 PM
did you look at the KTM 950 that was there?
you musta talked to Joe....he wants so badly to be rid of the Guzzi's due to how they generally move...
Damn, completely forgot about the Katoom when I was there! [bang] Had too much fun jumping from one bike to the other. Half of Bob's beemers now how have my buttocks printed on their seats! [laugh]
Joe's the guy I talked to, he was really willing to push a good deal on the V11 LeMans. But then it has been sitting there for quite a while. Not so much on the Breva Sport but it should sell more easily and I wasn't really interested in it either.
Odd feeling about the LeMans: I really wanted to like the bike, but when I saw it, something just didn't click... :-\ I like it in photo and whatnot but I just didn't see myself on it....
Bought a shovelhead.
Quote from: tocino on October 20, 2011, 05:45:04 PM
Bought a shovelhead.
musta been a cheap project bike....
Quote from: tocino on October 20, 2011, 05:45:04 PM
Bought a shovelhead.
What year? Whatcha gonna do with it? Resto?
Quote from: Autohag on October 21, 2011, 05:41:20 AM
What year? Whatcha gonna do with it? Resto?
Stick a long piece of wood in the end and dig a hole
Quote from: tocino on October 20, 2011, 05:45:04 PM
Bought a shovelhead.
So are you selling the Guzzi?? [laugh]
Chain jumped off the rear sprocket on the way to work, fun times! [bang] Looks like I'll be chainging the un-holy trifecta. >:(
Changed the oil. Then took the scenic route to work....
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 21, 2011, 05:47:53 AM
So are you selling the Guzzi?? [laugh]
Chain jumped off the rear sprocket on the way to work, fun times! [bang] Looks like I'll be chainging the un-holy trifecta. >:(
it didn't punch a hole in the case or damage anything did it?
Quote from: zooom on October 21, 2011, 06:03:06 AM
it didn't punch a hole in the case or damage anything did it?
Cases are OK, just a broken tooth on the rear sprocket. Happened as I down shifted from 5
th to 2
nd when I was on the ramp off the parkway.
Chain must be on its last legs, I had checked and lubed it some time last week and it appeared fine so I didn't tension it. At this point I'll chainge both sprockets and the chain...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 21, 2011, 06:23:16 AM
Cases are OK, just a broken tooth on the rear sprocket. Happened as I down shifted from 5th to 2nd when I was on the ramp off the parkway.
Chain must be on its last legs, I had checked and lubed it some time last week and it appeared fine so I didn't tension it. At this point I'll chainge both sprockets and the chain...
last chain and sprocket set I got, I ordered from Rick at MotoCD.com ....he chatted with me about how I was riding and conditions and advised me on which chain would be best from both a usage and a $$$ perspective....and I think it cost me about $210 shipped...
damn, this reminds me...I have to get my chain tool back from a MAD meber I loaned it to.
The chain thread brings up a question that I have had in the past. When I was at the shop getting a helicoil kit installed recently, the shop guy told me that my chain is a bit worn and probably will need to go next season. My question is how does one know when it's truly done for so that you don't have an instance like Massimo just had?
A variety of things can indicate.
Frozen links/Kinks
Stiff sections
Sings of uneven wear - usually due to kinks or stiff sections.
Having to adjust the tension on it a lot more than you had in the past
What else fellas?
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 21, 2011, 07:32:46 AM
A variety of things can indicate.
Frozen links/Kinks
Stiff sections
Sings of uneven wear - usually due to kinks or stiff sections.
Having to adjust the tension on it a lot more than you had in the past
What else fellas?
reaching the end of your adjustability
teeth on rear sprocket looking like curved sawteeth instead of being symmetrically straight up
Quote from: zooom on October 21, 2011, 07:46:23 AM
reaching the end of your adjustability
teeth on rear sprocket looking like curved sawteeth instead of being symmetrically straight up
(http://www.wenga.net/ellingly/posties/images/rear_sprocket_old.jpg)
Not mine, just an example of a sprocket way past its prime. [laugh]
Quote from: Autohag on October 21, 2011, 05:41:20 AM
What year? Whatcha gonna do with it? Resto?
1982 (the shovel FXRs were only made for 2 years before they switched to Evo engines)
Going to clean it up and ride it! :)
First thing off were the wild-west leather saddle bags (had to do that first thing this morning they were bothering me so much).
Then will be the tassels on the levers - wtf are those things for? When I was riding home they kept catching my eye and I was like "what's that?!? oh, them silly tassels", and then the back-rest thing (with ubiquitous born-to-ride eagle logo).
I'll swap the drag pipes for the stock setup that came with the bike (after powder coating them black)
Next will be new bars (the stock ones are weird, position felt like I was offering a tray of snacks to the lord and lady of the manor).
Then paint the tank (it's just primer).
That'll be it, except for some carb tuning which it needs and a bit of cleaning / polishing.
It's only got 20K miles on it and has not been f*&%d with, which is unusual for these bikes. People usually lowered them (thus ruining the Eric Buell-designed handling characteristics), or chopped them up or stole the motors for other projects.
It's heavy bastard, that's for sure.
Thanks. So in other words, I should probably be eyeing my chain regularly for these types of signs. I probably need to be lubing my chain more frequently anyway.
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 21, 2011, 07:32:46 AM
A variety of things can indicate.
Frozen links/Kinks
Stiff sections
Sings of uneven wear - usually due to kinks or stiff sections.
Having to adjust the tension on it a lot more than you had in the past
What else fellas?
Quote from: 696DCRider on October 21, 2011, 07:52:57 AM
Thanks. So in other words, I should probably be eyeing my chain regularly for these types of signs. I probably need to be lubing my chain more frequently anyway.
And after lubing the chain, take it for a light ride and then RE-CHECK the tension. I think that's what got me. [bang]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 21, 2011, 07:50:18 AM
(http://www.wenga.net/ellingly/posties/images/rear_sprocket_old.jpg)
Sweet jebus...
Thanks for the tips [thumbsup]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 21, 2011, 07:58:45 AM
And after lubing the chain, take it for a light ride and then RE-CHECK the tension. I think that's what got me. [bang]
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 21, 2011, 08:09:44 AM
Sweet jebus...
BTW, I still have your chain riveting kit. Hope you don't mind if I hold on to it for a bit longer. ;)
Oh that's where it is
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 21, 2011, 09:11:59 AM
Oh that's where it is
Right besides Jim's fork tools, on a shelf next to my desk. [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 21, 2011, 09:38:33 AM
Right besides Jim's fork tools, on a shelf next to my desk. [laugh]
and he sits at his desk naked thinking what to do with them whilst cruising the internet for the next drag outfit he is going model and taunt Ben with...
Quote from: zooom on October 21, 2011, 09:49:17 AM
and he sits at his desk naked thinking what to do with them whilst cruising the internet for the next drag outfit he is going model and taunt Ben with...
You spend too much time thinking of me naked! [laugh]
^ Man's got a point.
But if you are naked... just douse my tools in some isopropal alch before you return it.
Quote from: jebus tristos on October 21, 2011, 02:27:30 PM
Why yes, yes I am [thumbsup]
[laugh]
Quote from: zooom on October 21, 2011, 09:49:17 AM
and he sits at his desk naked thinking what to do with them whilst cruising the internet for the next drag outfit he is going model and taunt Ben with...
[puke]
Looks like the stock pic I found on the net wasn't that far off from the actual situation....
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m750/sprockets.jpeg)
The front sprocket seems usable, but the bracket that holds it in place is done for.
Id pitch it all. Usable or no, it's pretty far gone. Just be done with it
Def that ^. I thought the comment about maybe re-using was a joke, those bits are trashed. Also, front sprockets are cheap, chains aren't and a worn front sprocket will accelerate chain wear. Quality sprockets and chain and you won't have to worry about them for tens of thousands of miles. [thumbsup]
www.sprocketcenter.com (//http://) has killer prices and service. [bacon]
Hit up Katie's Car's & Coffee to see what the locals have and then hit the roads in Great Falls with a buddy! If you've never been taken Bellview Rd. off Old Georgetown Pike, it's short but has some nice twists, off camber turns, etc. Here are a couple cars I spotted......
Viper
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Katie%20Cars%20and%20Coffee/IMG_0688.jpg)
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Katie%20Cars%20and%20Coffee/IMG_0687.jpg)
GTO
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Katie%20Cars%20and%20Coffee/IMG_0683.jpg)
GTR3
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Katie%20Cars%20and%20Coffee/IMG_0686.jpg)
You missed the most interesting car.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 22, 2011, 05:06:28 PM
You missed the most interesting car.
Which one would that be, the rusted bucket truck with the killer engine and NoS, the Merc SLS with the gullwing wing doors? There were tons of interesting cars yesterday.
The type 3 notchback next to the viper.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 23, 2011, 03:16:53 AM
The type 3 notchback next to the viper.
I post pics of the VW. It was all set for saving. Never seem one of those before..
Just realized that the owner attached a wing to it.
(http://www.dembot.net/images/facepalm/space_ghost_facepalm.jpg)
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 22, 2011, 11:38:07 AM
Id pitch it all. Usable or no, it's pretty far gone. Just be done with it
Quote from: bikepilot on October 22, 2011, 11:39:49 AM
Def that ^. I thought the comment about maybe re-using was a joke, those bits are trashed. Also, front sprockets are cheap, chains aren't and a worn front sprocket will accelerate chain wear. Quality sprockets and chain and you won't have to worry about them for tens of thousands of miles. [thumbsup]
www.sprocketcenter.com (//http://) (//http://) (//http://) (//http://) (//http://) has killer prices and service. [bacon]
Should have worded it better. Only thing I plan to reuse are the screws that hold the retainer plate onto the front sprocket. I had already ordered everything from ca-cycleworks (usps priority mail and I'll have the parts by Wed and always a pleasure talking to Candice!) before posting the pics.
Update: New sprockets, chain and front sprocket retainer thingy on! [thumbsup]
Sweet! [Dolph]
Got my certification as a MSF Rider Coach. Time for relective vests, white helmets and proper adherence to all posted signs on future rides!!
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 28, 2011, 06:18:13 PM
Got my certification as a MSF Rider Coach. Time for relective vests, white helmets and proper adherence to all posted signs on future rides!!
Meh, we know you guys never leave the parking lot. [laugh]
Moved house today.. well Thursday and today with much appreciated help from Autohag and a number of other helpers.
Slept off last nights party, changed oil, set tire pressure etc. in the wife's monster; same + fixed wiring issues on the DR250; ate lots of ice cream:)
TERRORIZED the locals (kids, parents, dogs)park with this.....
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Associated%20Racing%20RC8Te/DSC_0527.jpg)
Had fun with our costumes all weekend:
(http://i.imgur.com/R3SRm.jpg)
Quote from: 696DCRider on October 30, 2011, 06:48:38 PM
Had fun with our costumes all weekend:
Those are awesome!
Started to unpack, fun fun.
Took the first ride up my new, steep ass, drive way. Definitely favors the running start approach
Quote from: Sad Panda on October 31, 2011, 05:15:14 AM
Started to unpack, fun fun.
Took the first ride up my new, steep ass, drive way. Definitely favors the running start approach
should be really fun on the bike then eh?
That's what I did it on... doesn't favor the timid.
Just ordered some FCRs from Chris@Cycleworks and can't wait to install them. My new Rev'It jacket just arrived so it feels like X-Mas in October! [Dolph]
Quote from: gwjcat on October 31, 2011, 02:33:42 PM
Just ordered some FCRs from Chris@Cycleworks and can't wait to install them. My new Rev'It jacket just arrived so it feels like X-Mas in October! [Dolph]
Sweet. What's it for? Those are the single biggest "fun" upgrade for carbie 2 valves. Well, an 848 would be a fun upgrade, but that's slightly more $$$
Quote from: tocino on October 31, 2011, 07:54:02 PM
Sweet. What's it for? Those are the single biggest "fun" upgrade for carbie 2 valves. Well, an 848 would be a fun upgrade, but that's slightly more $$$
It's for my '94 M900.
Quote from: tocino on October 31, 2011, 07:54:02 PM
Sweet. What's it for? Those are the single biggest "fun" upgrade for carbie 2 valves. Well, an 848 would be a fun upgrade, but that's slightly more $$$
You should know, isn't that the first thing you upgraded on your 900? [thumbsup]
More fussing on the house. Working with Rog to make some improvements [thumbsup]
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 04, 2011, 06:09:40 AM
More fussing on the house. Working with Rog to make some improvements [thumbsup]
fussing...or modifying?
Some fixing, some fussing some modifying.
Got that retaining wall that needs attending to. Currently the dryer is in the garage, not in the same place as the washer - so looking into moving things so they can be same place. Looking at adding some outlets to the garage. Currently there's only one, 7' off the ground in a corner - useful!
Floors need some attention so he's bringing a floor guy.
So it's a mixed bag.
Speaking of fussing - the garage currently have the old kitchen counter and cabinets in them for work/storage space and they SUCK for garage storage. Any suggestions for good, but in expensive garage stuff?
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 04, 2011, 06:15:21 AM
Speaking of fussing - the garage currently have the old kitchen counter and cabinets in them for work/storage space and they SUCK for garage storage. Any suggestions for good, but in expensive garage stuff?
build it yourself...but in all seriousness, in the Jeffrey St house that you helped me move out of, if you recall in the garage ( and couldn't take it with me!) there was the metal frame for the crate that a Ducati came in and I cut the front cross spars off of it and reinforced it with a single center support 2x6 and a plywood top and stored boxes/tubs underneath it with ease...the metal packing crate was free, and the wood was minimal and the tubs were the basic ones you can get at Target or Walmart or whatever...otherwise, cruise the Garage Solutions site or any of the home improvement stores for some industrial man cave storage stuffs
you know...come to think of it...Harbor Freight might have something as well...
Yeah, might build myself a work deck and actually be able to store stuff. The kitchen stuff just has no space for anything of a, well, non kitchen size. Scour CL for Elfa stuff too gotta organize!
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 04, 2011, 07:12:47 AM
Yeah, might build myself a work deck and actually be able to store stuff. The kitchen stuff just has no space for anything of a, well, non kitchen size. Scour CL for Elfa stuff too gotta organize!
can you use the kitchen stuff as a base and modify the ever living shit out of it?...specially since it probably doesn't necessarily have to look pretty since it is a garage...you know...the function over form thing....
It'd be better to start fresh. It's crappy old stuff and I'd spend more time modding it in an attempt to make it useful than I would starting fresh.
http://www.potomacgaragesolutions.com/ (http://www.potomacgaragesolutions.com/)
for the purpose of dreaming anyway...LOL
Quote from: zooom on November 04, 2011, 08:22:40 AM
http://www.potomacgaragesolutions.com/ (http://www.potomacgaragesolutions.com/)
for the purpose of dreaming anyway...LOL
None of them have a bar with a clown serving drinks. You still win! [thumbsup] [laugh]
Chased a nurse shark.
Bought a (very used) Jeep. It's not a bike, but it should prove more useful over the winter.
My bike has been FCR'd and I had the biggest grin on the way home ;D Besides the improvement in throttle response, I didn't know they came with crickets. Thanks again to the magic helper. [bow_down]
had a coolant hose on the Passat bust wide open on me on the way to work this morning...
Too bad you have no clue how to fix it...
But that does suck. How far from work were you?
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 07, 2011, 05:10:05 AM
Too bad you have no clue how to fix it...
But that does suck. How far from work were you?
and I have no clue where I am going to get the part either ;)
I was about 2 miles from work when smoke was curiously coming from behind the car and luckily hit no lights all the way in on that part of my commute....light came on about an 1/8th of a mile from work and I parked and the steam riseth from under the hood after I turned the car off....popped the hood and saw exactly what hose it was....hope to have it all resolved for to be able to drive the car home tommorrow...in the meantime, I'll have to drive the company F150 home with it's gihugic 8foot bed and figure out where to park in the neighborhood....
Got furious with the Geico claims lady on the phone...god I hate other people's useless insurance. >:(
Quote from: venomousr1993 on November 08, 2011, 07:05:38 PM
Got furious with the Geico claims lady on the phone...god I hate other people's useless insurance. >:(
What's the latest?
Reassembled the ABA getting ready to drop it into the Golf next weekend. Anyone here own or have access to a shop crane? It's a VW motor, so a 3/4 ton would be more than enough.
Been scarce lately, working on the car and upkeep on my grandmother's place have been kicking my ass.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 08, 2011, 07:17:46 PM
What's the latest?
Waiting on the official police report to be completeso I can shove it down their throats. The adjuster came out and said" I have no idea about this bike...where do you plan on taking it for an estimate" I said an Aprilia dealer....Colemans wanted 148.00 for an estimate, Chesapeake Cycles said he is backed up iwth 4 other bikes waiting to be fixed and the parts I would need are already on backorder through Aprilia in Italy.
You can get reimbursed for the estimate
Sat in an office killing time checking the unread posts from the last visit. Nice to see I'm not the only one going thru the forums on a wednesday.
http://scoutmob.com/washington-dc/deal/1667 (http://scoutmob.com/washington-dc/deal/1667)
Free food at Z Burger in Tenleytown...
Flew back from Maine....it was warmer there than down here ???
Headed up to Sugarloaf Mtn. on Friday and again today. Good fun!
F650 GS: first fall (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYNGsaw4-GE#)
This is the only fall out of both days (and not because I didn't try [laugh]). I'm learning how to stand on the pegs and shift my (non-indifferent) weight around the bike. I'm okay-ish on gravel, but mud gets me, I think in part because of the tires (Metz Tourance) that came with the bike. We'll see ;D
[laugh]
It looked like you deliberately went straight towards that log.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 13, 2011, 01:49:33 PM
[laugh]
It looked like you deliberately went straight towards that log.
Duuuuhhhh! What else would I head for?!? [bang] [bang] [bang] [laugh]
What did you do.....looked as though you drove straight towards the log on the side of the road??????
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 13, 2011, 01:43:20 PM
I'm learning how to stand on the pegs and shift my (non-indifferent) weight around the bike. I'm okay-ish on gravel, but mud gets me, I think in part because of the tires (Metz Tourance) that came with the bike. We'll see ;D
the Metz Tourance tires are fine, depending on what you are ultimately doing...if you are hitting a fire road or trail every so often, but mostly on road, then that is the tire you want...if you are thinking to go offroad all the time, then perhaps some TKC 80's or something more hardcore, but the road manners will suffer greatly when doing so...
Getting moved in - going pretty well.
On the not going well front Comcast is sucking more ass. Saturday the tech arrived more than 2 hours past the window and then was not about to get TV working due to a bad receiver box. At least the intwrwebs worked - Roku to the rescue there!
Sunday he came back with a sorta working box. It, at least, displays stuff, but is prone to switching off and telling me the channel I was watching is now not allowed... and the signal to my house doesn't support HD w/o massive pixelation and audio stutters.
So they are mailing me a new receiver box and in theory they are going to run a new line from their junction box to the house as I can see a crappy splice on it that shouldn't be there.
IF they weren't the only game in town for me... man
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 14, 2011, 06:57:06 AM
Getting moved in - going pretty well.
On the not going well front Comcast is sucking more ass. Saturday the tech arrived more than 2 hours past the window and then was not about to get TV working due to a bad receiver box. At least the intwrwebs worked - Roku to the rescue there!
Sunday he came back with a sorta working box. It, at least, displays stuff, but is prone to switching off and telling me the channel I was watching is now not allowed... and the signal to my house doesn't support HD w/o massive pixelation and audio stutters.
So they are mailing me a new receiver box and in theory they are going to run a new line from their junction box to the house as I can see a crappy splice on it that shouldn't be there.
IF they weren't the only game in town for me... man
Tweet "COMCAST FAIL" and list the issues and get all your friends to retweet....you'll be amazed...
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 14, 2011, 06:57:06 AM
Getting moved in - going pretty well.
On the not going well front Comcast is sucking more ass. Saturday the tech arrived more than 2 hours past the window and then was not about to get TV working due to a bad receiver box. At least the intwrwebs worked - Roku to the rescue there!
Sunday he came back with a sorta working box. It, at least, displays stuff, but is prone to switching off and telling me the channel I was watching is now not allowed... and the signal to my house doesn't support HD w/o massive pixelation and audio stutters.
So they are mailing me a new receiver box and in theory they are going to run a new line from their junction box to the house as I can see a crappy splice on it that shouldn't be there.
IF they weren't the only game in town for me... man
We hated Comcast so bad we cut it off and eventually got DirecTV about 2 1/2 years later. We won't give Comcast another dollar because they are the absolute worst anything we've had to deal with.
Quote from: zooom on November 14, 2011, 06:58:36 AM
Tweet "COMCAST FAIL" and list the issues and get all your friends to retweet....you'll be amazed...
Catch is despite the fact I work in that field, Until recently I've only ever used my twitter account in 'receive only' mode. So I don't really have anyone listening to me but a couple bots, and misguided souls.
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 14, 2011, 06:57:06 AMIF they weren't the only game in town for me... man
Have you tried COX? https://ww2.cox.com/ No first hand experience.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on November 13, 2011, 06:57:47 PMWhat did you do.....looked as though you drove straight towards the log on the side of the road??????
I stayed on the right side of the road to avoid diving through the puddle. The combination of mud, tires, ABS, fuel injection, my
inexperience, and (more than anything else) my visceral hate for logs, led to the inevitable outcome. [laugh]
Quote from: zooom on November 14, 2011, 04:24:44 AM
the Metz Tourance tires are fine, depending on what you are ultimately doing...if you are hitting a fire road or trail every so often, but mostly on road, then that is the tire you want...if you are thinking to go offroad all the time, then perhaps some TKC 80's or something more hardcore, but the road manners will suffer greatly when doing so...
I'm not bashing the tires, just need to learn how they react to different road surfaces. The next pair of tires will be similar to the Tourances (80/20 or 90/10): Distanzia, Anakee, Scorpion Trail, 705 ... etc.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 14, 2011, 08:10:01 AM
Have you tried COX? https://ww2.cox.com/ No first hand experience.
No service from them in my hood.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 14, 2011, 08:10:01 AM
I stayed on the right side of the road to avoid diving through the puddle. The combination of mud, tires, ABS, fuel injection, my inexperience, and (more than anything else) my visceral hate for logs, led to the inevitable outcome. [laugh]
Perhaps a field trip to Corner Spin for some play time in the dirt?
Ok, so it's really not the sort of riding you're doing there, but you learn about how the dirt feels for sure and it is a hoot
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 14, 2011, 08:17:52 AM
Perhaps a field trip to Corner Spin for some play time in the dirt?
Ok, so it's really not the sort of riding you're doing there, but you learn about how the dirt feels for sure and it is a hoot
Thought about both Corner Spin and the BMW offering (1 or 2 days in South Carolina). They seem different things to, so I should try both! [evil]
Definitely different. The BMW one is proper Adventure riding training while C-Spin is bike handling and body work in dirt with an eye to road applications. Very fun, but if you're looking for adventure skills, it doesn't really apply beyond as much. Though C-Spin does get you used to dealing with cruddy and transitional traction conditions, slippy wheels and falling over.
Ordered a turbo kit for the Golf.
Quote from: Artful on November 14, 2011, 10:29:53 AM
Ordered a turbo kit for the Golf.
is that going to get installed before of after the Power Rangers Movie is done ?!?!?!
Quote from: zooom on November 14, 2011, 10:31:40 AM
is that going to get installed before of after the Power Rangers Movie is done ?!?!?!
Zing!
in Zooom-Tastic color even!!!
Figured you'd like that. :D
Rog stopped by to help out on a project and got to encounter my new driveway.
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 16, 2011, 05:05:29 AM
Rog stopped by to help out on a project and got to encounter my new driveway.
that sounds ominous....
He did lay down some rubber on his first attempt. 2nd go involved 4wd low range.
Quote from: Sad Panda on November 16, 2011, 05:43:17 AM
He did lay down some rubber on his first attempt. 2nd go involved 4wd low range.
hahhahahahahaaa.....skid marks on the driveway now eh?
Yep.
More work at getting the house up to snuff. New 240 line for the dryer and vent the other day, today getting more than one GD outlet in the garage and a grounded line in the wash bay. Yes the was an electrical outlet, inches from a sink, pipes, and washer with no real ground. Awsome. Oh and might get mystery switches de-mystified.
Soon, I'll be able to start sorting the garage in earnest! weeeeee
Finished repair and paint to the closet I gutted - ready for new shelves!
Replaced my rear caliper. Old one had a sticking piston that just wasn't cooperating even after having been popped out and cleaned up. Donor was a 620, and I think the black looks sharper than the faded gold old one.
Ordered a new set of pads (Frodo Plat) for front and back and i'll see about putting the micrometer to the front rotors. Not sure how much life they have left.
I took a short trip up to Sugarloaf Mountain since I had the rare Monday off.
nice [Dolph]
Had #32 pulled (lower right wisdom tooth), about time too! [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 22, 2011, 04:54:05 AM
Had #32 pulled (lower right wisdom tooth), about time too! [laugh]
YOUCH!! What pills did they give you?
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 22, 2011, 03:15:35 PM
YOUCH!! What pills did they give you?
Blue ones. Didn't do much for the pain, but the wife and I had fun last night! [laugh]
[thumbsup]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 22, 2011, 04:54:05 AM
Had #32 pulled (lower right wisdom tooth), about time too! [laugh]
I'm sure your recovery will go better than mine. I had my impacted wisdom teeth pulled this summer - Let's just say the "street value" pills given to me barely lessened the pain.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 22, 2011, 04:54:05 AM
Had #32 pulled (lower right wisdom tooth), about time too! [laugh]
Just don't get it infected, Mine got infected.. Student dentist pulled mine out ( dont ask why, army prolly got lowest bid from them). They had to inject like 5 needles thru the teeth all the way down to jaw to get it all numb so they can cut and drain the infection out. Worst pain ever. They gave me 20 percocets and put me on sick call for 5 days.
Quote from: 99Zulu on November 22, 2011, 04:40:42 PM
Just don't get it infected, Mine got infected.. Student dentist pulled mine out ( dont ask why, army prolly got lowest bid from them). They had to inject like 5 needles thru the teeth all the way down to jaw to get it all numb so they can cut and drain the infection out. Worst pain ever. They gave me 20 percocets and put me on sick call for 5 days.
Flippin A! :o
Ever since I was a kid I've always gone to Dr. Cox and Greenstein (in Clinton, MD) here in the US, best dentists ever. Extraction went by in a few minutes and without a problem. Couple Tylenol last night after dinner is all I needed for the pain. [thumbsup]
Damn...glad I brushed my teeth as a kid. I hate the polishing compound taste...would hate to have teeth extracted ect. [thumbsdown]
Had some fun: swapped Ferracci cans for a full Giocamoto 916-style exhaust. ;D
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/jack-giocamoto_916-style_1.jpeg)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/jack-giocamoto_916-style_2.jpeg)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/m900/jack-giocamoto_916-style_3.jpeg)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 26, 2011, 03:14:20 PM
Had some fun: swapped Ferracci cans for a full Giocamoto 916-style exhaust. ;D
Hmmmm...That looks familiar! [thumbsup]
Spent alot of money...3 new sets of Dunlop Sportmax Q2 tires, new Gaerne Road Race Boots, Bell RS-1 helmet, a bunch of oil filters, and new Joe Rocket gloves. Bike Bandit cyber monday 20% off everything + another 10% off with my AMA membership and free shipping saved me $$$.
Got recommended for MEB yesterday.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 30, 2011, 03:26:54 AM
Got recommended for MEB yesterday.
Men Eating Black?
My Extra Bike?
Multiple Equal Butts?
Mystical Equestrian Beauty?
Mini Excursion Buyout?
More Eating Burnoff?
Quote from: zooom on November 30, 2011, 03:49:35 AM
Multiple Equal Butts?
Could be fun
Quote from: zooom on November 30, 2011, 03:49:35 AM
More Eating Burnoff?
Sounds interesting. But...
It's actually the Medical Evaluation Board. First step in being medically retired/separated from the military.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 30, 2011, 03:52:15 AM
It's actually the Medical Evaluation Board. First step in being medically retired/separated from the military.
damn...too normal...and I thought you started that process months ago....
Quote from: zooom on November 30, 2011, 04:11:28 AM
damn...too normal...and I thought you started that process months ago....
Too normal? But you don't know *why* they're recommending him. Maybe something to do with ham sandwiches and zombies!
Quote from: zooom on November 30, 2011, 04:11:28 AM
damn...too normal...and I thought you started that process months ago....
I started the physical exemptions early (as in January) this year, but that was only the first step in a very lengthy process. The form that was filled out yesterday is that step that can get the ball actually rolling.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 30, 2011, 02:33:44 PM
I started the physical exemptions early (as in January) this year, but that was only the first step in a very lengthy process. The form that was filled out yesterday is that step that can get theo ball actually rolling.
Hey, we're not asking, and you don't have to tell......
;D
That's legal now.
ass
Good luck with the process Ben....If I wasn't 3 yrs from retirement I would probably do the same.
11 more graduates from the Basic Rider Course we taught over the past 3 days. Makes me realize there are some very novice riders out on the road compared (scares me to think some people ride with no training at all) to some of us and the racers with NESBA and WERA.
Went to Earl's in Arlington to grab a bite. EPIC....
Quote from: venomousr1993 on November 30, 2011, 07:00:48 PM
11 more graduates from the Basic Rider Course we taught over the past 3 days. Makes me realize there are some very novice riders out on the road compared (scares me to think some people ride with no training at all) to some of us and the racers with NESBA and WERA.
I remember my MSF basic... Though I'd had *very* little experience in the past and that had been more than a decade past I was still doing better than some folks who claimed some more recent experience. And a couple folks who struggled the most still managed to pass - there are some very under-skilled folks out there.
Some who just don't have the accumin. Just like driving, there are folk who just can't coordinate all of whats going on, what controls need to be dealt with and how to do it all. Some people just aren't cut out for it.
Just spent an hour or so in Sears and Homey Depot tool selection. I was looking for some socket wrenches but neither place had any. I finally decided on set of mini GearWrenches.
Sent the resume out to a few places...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 02, 2011, 02:44:41 PM
Sent the resume out to a few places...
pregnant doges are ecstatic!
(http://givemetherock.com/wp-content/uploads/Dallas-Cowboys-Cheerleaders-pom-poms.jpg)
[laugh]
Just swapped out the vacuum petcock for a manual one. Now I have to remember to open or close before starting or after shutting off.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 02, 2011, 02:44:41 PM
Sent the resume out to a few places...
What is/was your mos? They almost try to med board me .. had to fight it hard to stay. It was going to be something that would have probably hurt me on long run , depending on what they write on the discharge paper. Didn't wanted to take the risk.
Woke up way too late with a NASTY headache......
Drove up and back from NY. Picked up the grandparents for the holidays. ;D
Quote from: rgramjet on December 03, 2011, 04:26:44 PM
Woke up way too late with a NASTY headache......
Not a big surprise with all the different shit you were drinking last night.
Quote from: 99Zulu on December 03, 2011, 03:51:08 PM
What is/was your mos? They almost try to med board me .. had to fight it hard to stay. It was going to be something that would have probably hurt me on long run , depending on what they write on the discharge paper. Didn't wanted to take the risk.
My issues are with my lower back, so no "damaging" effects to be concerned about. Plus, I'm in a critical field, so...
Had some fun this morning with the windscreen on the GS. I used a couple rubber spacers and leftover buttons from the dry clutch to rise the screen and get more air over my helmet. Here's a pic of the end result with my invaluable assistant. [laugh]
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/funny/nonna_gs_02.jpeg)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 04, 2011, 03:31:39 PM
Here's a pic of the end result with my invaluable assistant. [laugh]
She's got the look of a scofflaw, that one!
Dodged getting nicked by the popo....was leaned over turning onto Giedeon and Mr. [leo] was stopped/stuck in traffic on the other side of the median....watched me go on by...gave me a quick flash of the lights and siren as a warning.
Rode a motorcycle. On the street. For more than a block! Zoom, I think that put's me ahead of you (barely).
Rode to Reddish Knob, 33, surrounding twisties and forest service roads on Saturday [Dolph]
(http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/377042_10100227894115317_15620182_45780366_1881559954_n.jpg)
(http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/387641_10100227894265017_15620182_45780372_17402231_n.jpg)
(http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/386306_10100227894130287_15620182_45780367_700812835_n.jpg)
Quote from: tocino on December 04, 2011, 06:59:18 PM
Rode a motorcycle. On the street. For more than a block! Zoom, I think that put's me ahead of you (barely).
for the week....sure...but I rode to Sheperdstown the weekend before last.
Picked up a KTM 450 exc today! Supermoto conversion coming soon.....
And another goes orange. [thumbsup]
Have fun Jdan [thumbsup] [Dolph]
Quote from: Jdan on December 06, 2011, 01:19:36 AM
Picked up a KTM 450 exc today! Supermoto conversion coming soon.....
If you haven't been there already, check out http://supermotojunkie.com/ (http://supermotojunkie.com/) and the thumpers section on advrider http://www.advrider.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=15 (http://www.advrider.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=15) for lots of good info. Oh, and pics or it ain't true! [laugh]
Quote from: bikepilot on December 05, 2011, 06:32:25 AM
Rode to Reddish Knob, 33, surrounding twisties and forest service roads on Saturday [Dolph]
Routes? Care to share? Pretty pleeeze.. [laugh]
We sorta made bits up as we went along, but it was something like this http://g.co/maps/vk4w7 (http://g.co/maps/vk4w7)
The only part that doesn't quite match my memory is the bit from reddish knob to 220. We went back down the mountain from Reddish Knob to the first real intersection - the one where you've gotta turn left up the hill to go up to reddish knob. At that intersection, if you went straight instead of turning left to go up reddish knob, the road turns to dirt. If you turn right there it is a steep, sorta rocky dirt road that's maybe more adventure than you'd want on a "road only" buell with pilot power 2cts :D
Anyway, take that dirt road - a left as you are coming down from reddish knob or going straight if you go past the turn for reddish knob on your left, and stay on it till you come to a paved road. From there i told the GPS to take me to 220 and it did - wasn't far [laugh]
Dropped the SC off for tank number four.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 06, 2011, 03:57:41 PM
Dropped the SC off for tank number four.
gonna get it coated??
Yep, and a few airbox mods while it's all apart.
Ben, I thought yours had a metal tank??? I am thankful the S4R has a metal tank....even though I had the notorious hinge leak fixed up with some JB Weld. ;)
Oh no. All the SC bikes have that glorious nylon nonsense.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 06, 2011, 07:26:42 PM
Oh no. All the SC bikes have that glorious nylon nonsense.
time to find a carbon fibre tank or figure a way to modify and mount an olde style 750 Sport tank from a bike 30 years older
Quote from: zooom on December 07, 2011, 03:57:10 AM
time to find a carbon fibre tank or figure a way to modify and mount an olde style 750 Sport tank from a bike 30 years older
I'll most likely end up with a metal tank some time down the road. Well, assuming I keep the bike that is.
if that is the case then, I'd look into seeing if you can mod an olde school 750 Sport tank, for to maintain the lines of the bike and the flavor and style, but to have it be non expanding metal tank...
Quote from: bikepilot on December 06, 2011, 03:51:30 PM
We sorta made bits up as we went along, but it was something like this http://g.co/maps/vk4w7 (http://g.co/maps/vk4w7)
Thanks! [thumbsup] I knew about a loop that heads north from Fulks Run (had to double check the spelling there [laugh]), and your route is inspiring me to head south as well.
By the time the weather is nicer and the days are longer I'll have a nice route for a full day of dirt road shenanigans. ;D
[thumbsup] There are lots and lots of dirt roads around Reddish knob, I think you could easily spend a day just wondering around that particular area. My route was actually setup to minimize dirt roads as I had a dirt-noob with me, though he did awesome so I could have included more dirt. I also lean toward paved surfaces with the buell as its the model with purely street suspension, tires and wheels so I'm not quite comfortable flogging it hard and drifting around with it in the dirt and who wants to ride slow on dirt? [Dolph] Now the XR650R might get me arrested on those wide, smooth dirt roads :P
Quote from: zooom on December 07, 2011, 04:12:44 AM
if that is the case then, I'd look into seeing if you can mod an olde school 750 Sport tank, for to maintain the lines of the bike and the flavor and style, but to have it be non expanding metal tank...
I'd actually rather fit a tank that follows the lines of the GT1000 a bit more.
Sent my PB stand off to it's new home and battled the sniffles.
And my interest is getting piqued by some sort of dual sporty type thing. Anyone know anything about the KTM 690 Enduro? DC passed me a listing for a 2008 with some nice farkles.. well nice seeming since I don't know that much about the orange yet.
Quote from: Sad Panda on December 09, 2011, 06:56:49 AM
Sent my PB stand off to it's new home and battled the sniffles.
And my interest is getting piqued by some sort of dual sporty type thing. Anyone know anything about the KTM 690 Enduro? DC passed me a listing for a 2008 with some nice farkles.. well nice seeming since I don't know that much about the orange yet.
Cornerspin bit you a lil bit didn't it?
Just maybe...
the Katoom you posted in the general thread asking about is a nice sounding machine, but sounds a bit high, bu seems to have all the nice bits you might want for the most part...especially having the option for the Sumo set-up if you chose to spring for it....
yeah the 2nd set of ready wheels with pavement tires did catch my eye.
A bit high? Like $100 high or $500 or $1000 sorta high?
I am thinking more like a grand + too high...to me it seems he is adding in all the mods to the price like some people do here when they mod and add what they spent to the value...but maybe do some shopping on ADVRider and/or ThumperTalk to see what if any comparable bikes out there are selling for...
Quote from: Sad Panda on December 09, 2011, 06:56:49 AM
And my interest is getting piqued by some sort of dual sporty type thing. Anyone know anything about the KTM 690 Enduro? DC passed me a listing for a 2008 with some nice farkles.. well nice seeming since I don't know that much about the orange yet.
It's addictive! [laugh] I'll post my thoughts in the thread on the 'general monster' chat.
Back to routes, heres the
merge (http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Annandale,+VA&daddr=38.33266,-78.39747+to:Reddish+Knob,+North+River,+VA+22821+to:38.5188899,-79.2709039+to:38.57147,-79.26801+to:US-33+E+to:38.62925,-79.18034+to:Co+Route+3%2FSweedlin+Valley+to:38.6230009,-78.9862529+to:Walkbridge+Ln+to:Fulks+Run,+Plains,+VA+to:Long+Run+Rd+to:Forest+Road+85-2%2FHall+Spring+Rd+to:38.6108171,-79.1546833+to:US-33+W%2FRawley+Pike+to:US-33+E%2FRawley+Pike+to:VA-613%2FTurleytown+Rd+to:US-211+E%2FLee+Hwy+to:annandale+va&hl=en&ll=38.528293,-78.904495&spn=0.497413,1.056747&sll=38.609426,-79.152889&sspn=0.007763,0.016512&geocode=FTaBUAIdrhNm-ym3WV2HxEy2iTEQGMYM5wqrQA%3BFfToSAId4r9T-ylTk23aUWm0iTEB5nkK873avQ%3BFYnjSgIdGN5G-ynZzB1bsre0iTHjcMGowK64JA%3BFWnASwIdCWxG-yml4mnMmcm0iTH-IGSJ7JFo5g%3BFc6NTAIdVndG-ym5kr_iSMm0iTF7vAYcP-lczA%3BFVYFTQIdFa1H-w%3BFYJvTQIdzM1H-ylP-k_dEsW0iTHgmf6EfJJCdg%3BFQpmTgId6s5H-w%3BFRhXTQId9MNK-ykFqPrlcOi0iTGYNKF2IulCEw%3BFffQTQIdHH9L-w%3BFaDnTQId6_tL-ynhtuDUyeW0iTGsKgLfDr7aXA%3BFRmeTAIdXyhK-w%3BFUzhTQIdwjVJ-w%3BFYEnTQIdBTJI-ymHOaIO_sS0iTEKkvzsY12H0Q%3BFYatTAIdyANI-w%3BFcsySwIdA4JK-w%3BFQjWTAIdfjBM-w%3BFbz3TQId7D1V-w%3BFTaBUAIdrhNm-ym3WV2HxEy2iTEQGMYM5wqrQA&vpsrc=6&mra=dvme&mrsp=13&sz=17&via=1,3,4,6,8,13&t=m&z=11) of what bikepilot rode and one a friend of mine sent me. Thou I'll probably slab it to Front Royal and then hit Fort Valley Rd...
Got my copy of Fastest, watched it. Dropped the tank off for painting.
I was bored, so I put the muffler from an 848 on my GS.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/bmw/f650gs/D848_exhaust_06.jpg)
Some rubber spacers and leftover clutch spring caps as spacers to tilt up the wind screen.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/bmw/f650gs/screen_tilt_04.jpeg)
And this is how it looks all together.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/bmw/f650gs/D848_exhaust_02.jpg)
SP, the 690 is a great bike. Loads of power, smooth, 6spd gearbox etc. Once sorted they seem quite reliable. Enough folks have had fuel pump and related issues that I suspect there's something up with them--some postulate that some sort of internal hose is sometimes kinked from the factory or something.
FWIW I'd sell my '94 DR250SE if you wanted to try out DS on the cheap.
Pepe' that looks like quite a fun route [Dolph]
I took my wife's scooter around the neighborhood for the first time since this summer. Built it for Mother's Day and the first ride resulted in forgetting how brakes/clutch work and stopped on a tree after side swiping the side of a car on the passenger side. Got it fixed and she's not gotten on it yet. So I took it out today and it's running like hell so just going to leave it parked until spring and get it squared away.
(http://distilleryimage2.instagram.com/cade36fa242811e19e4a12313813ffc0_7.jpg)
Found out that the fracture that I thought I got a few months ago was actually an aggravation of one that appears to be about nine years old. Kind of ironic that I started having issues with my right wrist about that same time, and was seeking treatment from the docs at whichever posting I was assigned to at the time. Well, now they tell me that the break is very old, never really healed at all and there is also a fair chance that the bone has become necrotic, and started to die/decay, due to the break never being addressed. So it's off to a new series of MRIs I go. Sure is a shame that I can't take these docs to court for being inept, as I'd be a very rich man by now...
Just finished my 1st semester of full-time graduate school with back-to-back finals. I'm glad it's over but am feeling mentally exhausted. This academic environment is really getting old really quickly.
Quote from: gwjcat on December 13, 2011, 06:36:56 PM
Just finished my 1st semester of full-time graduate school with back-to-back finals. I'm glad it's over but am feeling mentally exhausted. This academic environment is really getting old really quickly.
Maaaaan, make the beast with two backs finals!
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 13, 2011, 03:47:19 PM
now they tell me that the break is very old, never really healed at all and there is also a fair chance that the bone has become necrotic, and started to die/decay,
Good luck! My brother just went through a similar issue with his knee - woke up one morning and it was broken in 3 spots. Turns out a childhood break right above it had never healed and had deteriorated and over time shifted more stress at the bottom of the thigh-bone and finally something had to give. They couldn't believe he'd never felt pain or anything over 20+ years. I guess the body is an amazing machine (some moreso that others!).
The problem you're going to have is the wrist area gets so little blood it's slow to heal. You need to see Doctor Costas at the Clinica Mobile! He can fix it, and come up with a strangely worded tribute to you at the same time!
Hope it's not your throttle hand! :)
Quote from: Jdan on December 14, 2011, 07:01:44 AM
Maaaaan, make the beast with two backs finals!
make the beast with two backs just one final! back-to-back finals should be illegal.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 14, 2011, 02:23:32 PM
It is.
Rats. I guess you need one of these:
(http://www.khulsey.com/motorcycles/vintagebike-images/indian_1911_tt-racer_lg.jpeg)
Left-handed throttle. Of course you'll also have fun with the hand-shift and (I'm guessing) foot-clutch, and manual ignition advance and hand-pump oiling. If you want to take it the road you'll need some lighting - carbide acetylene would fit the period I think - bring some matches!
Took my grandma (the one with the looks of a scofflaw) with me to Ikea. She helped me test some chairs. [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 15, 2011, 08:06:22 AM
Took my grandma (the one with the looks of a scofflaw) with me to Ikea. She helped me test some chairs. [laugh]
chair version of bumper cars meets roller derby?
Quote from: gwjcat on December 14, 2011, 12:59:23 PM
make the beast with two backs just one final! back-to-back finals should be illegal.
I finished mine yesterday , had two in morning one after another .. and one in evening . So Glad its done and over with 2 weeks and into next semester.
Quote from: zooom on December 15, 2011, 08:35:57 AM
chair version of bumper cars meets roller derby?
Not really, she's 84. Tho she doesn't look it at all! She even helped me hold a horizontal book shelf up against the wall! :o
Woke up and my daughter told me my bike is on the ground. [bang] I think some b**ch a** mother make the beast with two backers were playing with it last night/early morning. I'm fortunate that I installed frame sliders and i think the only two damaged pieces are a bent shift lever and shifter. I figured the bike would eventually go down but not like this over some bullshyte.
Quote from: gwjcat on December 20, 2011, 03:17:14 AM
Woke up and my daughter told me my bike is on the ground. [bang] I think some b**ch a** mother make the beast with two backers were playing with it last night/early morning. I'm fortunate that I installed frame sliders and i think the only two damaged pieces are a bent shift lever and shifter. I figured the bike would eventually go down but not like this over some bullshyte.
Hooray for frame sliders! [thumbsup] Check the gas tank hinge to see if it's leaking. Some gas might have flown out of the tank too, so you should wipe it off. If you dont' have bar-end weights you could put some on since those might help in the future as well. Hope the exhaust is ok!
Don't know if involving the police and or the insurance is worth it (might raise your premium). Someone with more experience might want to chime in... [popcorn]
Exhaust was untouched and I didn't notice any leaking gas from the hinge. The shifter interfered with the retractable kickstand so I used a pair of channel locks to bend the shifter back into form. I had my eye on a SSR gp shifter but it was too long for my stock rearsets.
Frame sliders more than paid for themselves. [thumbsup]
Uncovered the bike, mounted the newly painted tank and seat cowl and took her out for the day. Felt sooooo good [Dolph]
I rode to work and back. I had not ridden in like a month so it felt great. The temperature was perfect.
Quote from: MadDuc 20/20 on December 22, 2011, 02:24:34 PM
Uncovered the bike, mounted the newly painted tank and seat cowl and took her out for the day. Felt sooooo good [Dolph]
My partner in crime and I Put handguards on the GS.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/bmw/f650gs/nonna_GS.jpg)
I like the look of the bike without the big @$$ front fender and turn signals, there might be a future mod in the works... [evil]
Zeta does hand guard covers with LEd signals built-in, I'm sure you could buy some LEDs and replicate the setup pretty easily (use brighter LEDs than they do--I have a set of theirs on my XR and while they are trick and durable, they aren't very bright and I wouldn't really want to rely on them in traffic).
Finished building a bunkbed for my daughter so hopefully she won't fall off the top like her father did at her age. Also completed my first oil change the M900 with my daughter's help. We work on the barter system. ;D
Learned how to play craps last night and won over 6500.00 ...too bad it was not real chips. I was asked to accompany a friend to Charlestown next month. With faek money is cool, not sure if I am ready to gamble my own $$$
Just got back from serving xmas dinner at the SMP House for the single Marines stuck in the Barracks on MCB Quantico. Felt really good seeing them have a place to go.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on December 24, 2011, 06:44:50 PM
Just got back from serving xmas dinner at the SMP House for the single Marines stuck in the Barracks on MCB Quantico. Felt really good seeing them have a place to go.
No words, just [thumbsup]
Dropped the code card at coleman.. Waiting on the ignition from ducati. Hopefully in 2 weeks?
Shipped my quat-d exbox off to a fellow DMFer and installed my new to me Arrow full exhaust [evil]. I have to say it sounds pretty sweet. Its got this low thump at idle but get to makin' a lot of racket at speed. Just determining whether to ceramic coat or not.
Went for a nice year-end ride yesterday, this was the best bit of road I found!
Fun on Hawbottom Rd, part 3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=la_3y6hhFuE#)
Yes, it is a road! Although there is an end of state maintenance sign at one end. [laugh] Want to find more like this one. [evil]
Wrapped day #3 of fully committed work renovating the bath of the wifes condo so we can get it in the rental cool. Some undereducated DIY shenanigans were discovered after I got to it on the demo that I'm now putting to rights.
Extra fun of this place is that it's got a concrete under flooring for the bath. The previous yahoo had taken up some of the previous tile and concrete with what appears to have been hammer and pick and gave up. 25 pounds of patch later and I had a sold suface to work on. I wasn't going to even try to remove the tile set in concrete (I already removed one layer of tile) - so with the help of a borrowed medium duty hammer drill and HadrieBacker subfloor got put in place. Remember kids wear your ear protection when using a hammer drill... even with my moto ear plugs in, that shit was loud.
New shower/tub faucet set up, with only a little bit of charred wood smell and zero leaks on the first go.
Got new cement board (1/2" HardieBacker) and green board in around the shower, taped and mortared the joints to seal it up nice and tight. The yutz who did the last go didn't seal up any of the seams in the green board with waterproof materials and it showed in places. My job will not be so shoddy!
Started to cut and stick tile today. More tile tomorrow... lots more.
Scheduled my first interview today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 04, 2012, 01:49:20 PM
Scheduled my first interview today.
You're Hired!
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j18/apopular7/suck-yo-dick-fo-a-dolla.jpg)
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 04, 2012, 02:52:39 PM
You're Hired!
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j18/apopular7/suck-yo-dick-fo-a-dolla.jpg)
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
THAT'S SOME NASTY SHIT!!Congrats on the interview!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 01, 2012, 04:55:32 PM
Went for a nice year-end ride yesterday, this was the best bit of road I found!
Fun on Hawbottom Rd, part 3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=la_3y6hhFuE#)
Yes, it is a road! Although there is an end of state maintenance sign at one end. [laugh] Want to find more like this one. [evil]
I wanna go next time.... [thumbsup]
Quote from: ducati culture on January 11, 2012, 09:59:32 AM
I wanna go next time.... [thumbsup]
I'll pm you (and anyone else who wants to tag along next time). I was out riding today and found a couple creeks to ford.
Prices Distillery Rd. - between Green Valley Rd. and Clarksburg Rd.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v237/bengal74/gravelroads/waterpic.jpg)
W Old Baltimore Rd. - between Shiloh Church Rd. and Clarksburg Rd.
(http://scro0853.smugmug.com/photos/521603744_ZY6np-M.jpg)
Not me in the pics, btw. Helmet cam got drenched by the rain, might as well just stand in the shower and make engine noises with my mouth. [laugh]
Parts from Paggio came in today from Italy so I can start putting the Aprilia back together. 3.5 weeks to wait for a lower fork leg, upper fork tube, rear wheel, right rearset, brake lever, clutch slider and other bits and pieces.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 11, 2012, 03:42:07 PM
I was out riding today and found a couple creeks to ford.
Ah. I was close to your work around lunch time today. Sent you a message and was going to see if you wanted to grab a bite to eat, but...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 11, 2012, 05:40:14 PM
Ah. I was close to your work around lunch time today. Sent you a message and was going to see if you wanted to grab a bite to eat, but...
Too late by the time I saw it... next time. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 11, 2012, 05:40:14 PM
Ah. I was close to your work around lunch time today. Sent you a message and was going to see if you wanted to grab a bite to eat, but...
Ben the electronics are already sketchy on the SC....I don't think riding with him across rivers would help the bike out any.
Just returned from test driving two F-150s(ecoboost and 5.0 V8) and a Ram Hemi. All trucks were impressive and both V8s had a sweet exhaust note. [drool] I feel like I could toss a coin and be happy with either truck but there were some subtle yet important(to me) differences between the Ford and Ram. The 1st difference were the rear doors. Since I wanted the 6.5' bed, the Ford had a suicide door while the Ram had two normal doors. Advantage Dodge imo. Second the Dodge had hidden compartments as and a 115V socket inside the cabin while the Ford didn't. I also favored the Dodge steering to the Ford. The Ford's steering felt a little vague, but not to really complain about. I've read the the Ecoboost engine is more powerful(5hp) than the V8, but I couldn't feel the difference. The Ford V8 felt like it had more punch than the twin-turbos but I would still veer towards the Ecoboost since it has a greater towing capacity than the V8. To make a long story short, both the Ram and F-150 are good trucks imo.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on January 11, 2012, 07:00:12 PM
Ben the electronics are already sketchy on the SC....I don't think riding with him across rivers would help the bike out any.
XD
Found out yesterday that I was selected for the support team to ONI. Should be receiving the offer package in the next ten days or so...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 14, 2012, 06:49:13 AM
Found out yesterday that I was selected for the support team to ONI. Should be receiving the offer package in the next ten days or so...
"ONI" as from Japanese folklore?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a7/Oni.jpg)
(http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs22/f/2007/328/3/b/Oni_Mask_by_Queshire.jpg)
Broke my clutch cylinder bleeder valve. I guess it's time for an extractor.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 14, 2012, 07:17:35 AM
"ONI" as from Japanese folklore?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a7/Oni.jpg)
(http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs22/f/2007/328/3/b/Oni_Mask_by_Queshire.jpg)
Youve got it all wrong. Its this. http://www.onidance.org/new/ (http://www.onidance.org/new/)
;D ;D ;D
Quote from: gwjcat on January 17, 2012, 12:21:32 PM
Broke my clutch cylinder bleeder valve. I guess it's time for an extractor.
Sucks! This on the master or the slave?
Office of
Naval
Intelligence
ONI
went on a little shopping spree:
triple tree stand with pins for both bikes
Q2s (gonna try putting this shit on myself....wish me luck!)
alternator cover for the daytona and a new gasket just in case I need it
front brake pads for the daytona (criminy those are expensive)
then had a little shorai party for the bikes
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 17, 2012, 06:20:24 PM
Sucks! This on the master or the slave?
The slave. I called Yoyodyne and a new screw is on it's way. I guess the good thing is I'll learn how to remove a broken screw.
Not exactly just one day... but I've
Gotten all the new bath plumbing done - yay map gas and press-fit
Repaired the walls and shitty previous DIY work
Laid a tile floor
Laid a tile shower surround
Fixed the 20 or so holes, gouges and crap on the drywall.
One more wall sanding and its paint time!
Got me one of these :
http://www.dainese.com/us_en/motorbike/t-draken-div.html?gender=2&cat=9 (http://www.dainese.com/us_en/motorbike/t-draken-div.html?gender=2&cat=9)
well ordered it, now to get some boots, gloves and a helmet .. and track day here i come :D
oh yeah and got me termi cf while i was there [Dolph]
Wrapped up the renovation work and took the inaugural pee in the new toilet. Now for a bit of dust clean up and finding a renter.
Did you nail down a price yet?
Shooting for $2100 currently.
Our CL ad
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/apa/2819480570.html (http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/apa/2819480570.html)
| [Dolph] | [Dolph] | [Dolph] | [Dolph] | [Dolph] | [Dolph] |
| |
| ;D | ;D | ;D | ;D | ;D | ;D |
Quote from: Sad Panda on January 17, 2012, 06:31:04 PM
Office of
Naval
Intelligence
ONI
What the hell does darkwing know about belly buttons??
;D
You learn a lot when you spend as much time picking it as he does
No no, that's the FBI. We specialize in other people's.
Finally got to make the garage a moer workable space. Amazing what a couple hours of tidy work can do.
Quote from: Sad Panda on January 30, 2012, 09:26:12 AM
Finally got to make the garage a moer workable space. Amazing what a couple hours of tidy work can do.
Photos dont lie!!!!!! [popcorn]
Started discussing salary figures with the prospective employer.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 31, 2012, 08:26:33 PM
Started discussing salary figures with the prospective employer.
Good Luck
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 31, 2012, 08:26:33 PM
Started discussing salary figures with the prospective employer.
ONI?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on February 01, 2012, 02:26:30 PM
ONI?
Sort of. Looks like I'll be working there, though not for ONI.
Struck a deal on a KTOOOOOOM!
I'm comin' for ya Pepe
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 01, 2012, 05:17:36 PM
Struck a deal on a KTOOOOOOM!
I'm comin' for ya Pepe
[thumbsup]
[Dolph]
;D
Had a great time today riding around Frederick Municipal Forest: Fishing Creek, Mountaindale, Gambril Park & Delauter were all a blast to ride! Tho I will admit to a few pucker moments... :-[ Tourances are great on road, light gravel, and dirt, but deep gravel and mud? It's [thumbsdown]
I'll have to explore some tie options. It's got full knobbies on the dirt rims now. Was looking at the Shinko 705s for the dirt wheels. Get me a set of tire irons and give it a whirl!
Maybe these ones:
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-tools/stubby-tire-tools/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-tools/stubby-tire-tools/)
- webbikeworld liked 'em and they haven't lead me wrong yet.
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 02, 2012, 07:15:02 AM
I'll have to explore some tie options. It's got full knobbies on the dirt rims now. Was looking at the Shinko 705s for the dirt wheels.
Mefo Explorers - http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productlist/765/ (http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productlist/765/)
Heidenau K60 - http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/heidenau-k60-scout-rear-tire?utm_keyword=heidenau-k60-scout-rear-tire&utm_source=Google&utm_campaign=Tire&utm_medium=base (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/heidenau-k60-scout-rear-tire?utm_keyword=heidenau-k60-scout-rear-tire&utm_source=Google&utm_campaign=Tire&utm_medium=base)
Kenda K761 - http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/29/393/15130/ITEM/Kenda-K761-Dual-Sport-Rear-Tire.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/2/29/393/15130/ITEM/Kenda-K761-Dual-Sport-Rear-Tire.aspx)
I'm sure there's plenty more choices out there, ADVRider.com is probably the best place to find out more.
Tossed out the question on ThumperTalk. Not sure where to put it on ADV - just the thumper section you think?
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 02, 2012, 11:02:13 AM
Tossed out the question on ThumperTalk. Not sure where to put it on ADV - just the thumper section you think?
No need to, just search. There's plenty of (long enough) threads on all the tires available to mankind! [laugh]
Just google whatever you need + "site:advrider.com" and you can read 'til your grandkids graduate!
yeah, I need to get down with the fancy search in google. I always forget you can do all sorts of boolean stuff
Changed a fuel filter, crankshaft sensor and fuel pump in brother's Audi A4. Wasn't too bad since the tank was almost empty.
Super Bowl party tonight. With meat grilled at the fire pit, strong home brew, rummed-up apple cider and hatchet throwing. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 05, 2012, 07:30:16 PM
Super Bowl party tonight. With meat grilled at the fire pit, strong home brew, rummed-up apple cider and hatchet throwing. [thumbsup]
Not
that's a party!
Sunday helped Autohag check his valves. Not bad all in all. One opener that was too tight by a little bit and one opener that was too loose. Closers were all just fine. Little time for a new thicker shim and some o-rings and the skunk should be right back on the road.
And did some window shopping for my new orange devil. [evil]
yesterday I built a chili that took 3rd place at a Super Bowl Chili cook-off contest...
Did it have beans?
Quote from: zooom on February 06, 2012, 07:53:18 AM
yesterday I built a chili that took 3rd place at a Super Bowl Chili cook-off contest...
Details man, Details!
Meat? Ground or chunked? Spicy? How many animals? Beans or no beans?
How was yours different from the first placer?
my basics of my recipe...
took and made my tomato base in a tsock pot with 2 32oz cans of crushed tomatoes and a little 6oz can of paste and added a bundle of thai chili peppers wrapped in cheesecloth( it was just a bit smaller than my fist) and a tablespoon each of powdered garlic and adobo seasoning and a teaspoon of additional kosher salt....let the base simmer for most of Saturday late afternoon/evening....turned off the heat when I went to bed, woke up and ran and came home....turned the heat back on and warmed it up and once warm, removed the bundle of peppers...
I then took 2 cans of red kidney beans and smashed them with the back of spoon in a mixing bowl, then added it into the base and took my imersion blender and made sure the beans were completely and thoroughly mixed through so as to have it add weight to the sauce without it adding taste...then I added in 2 16oz cans of small chopped tomatoes and added them in to simmer and add just a touch of texture while I prepared the rest...
I took 2 pounds of 90% lean ground beef, and browned it with plenty of smoked paprika and ground dried ancho pepper....strained off the grease and put that in the crock pot...finely diced 1 yellow onion about the size of a baseball and 1 softball sized red bell pepper and put them in the greasefat of the meat and sauteed them to a nice carmelization and then added that whole mixture into the meat and them topped it with the tomato base and stirred and mixed it up and VOILA!
It has beans...
*Dr Sheldon Cooper voice:
- That's not Chili. Real Chili does not have beans. I don't know what that is.
Otherwise sounds yummy!
and the 1st place chili was nothing special....she used like a sirloin meat that she crockpotted till it fell apart like a mexican shredded beef and then added in the normal general basics, but she kind of rallies the people around her chili too, which helps her case out...
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 06, 2012, 08:47:17 AM
It has beans...
*Dr Sheldon Cooper voice:
- That's not Chili. Real Chili does not have beans. I don't know what that is.
Otherwise sounds yummy!
if I didn't tell you there were beans in it, you wouldn't have known...as they were only used as a thickener for to carry spice across your palette...
Quote from: zooom on February 06, 2012, 07:53:18 AM
yesterday I built a chili that took 3rd place at a Super Bowl Chili cook-off contest...
Pics (and a taste) or it didn't happen! I propose we descend upon zooom's place this weekend! [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on February 06, 2012, 09:03:05 AM
Pics (and a taste) or it didn't happen! I propose we descend upon zooom's place this weekend! [laugh]
2nd'ed! Chili for all of CAM!
there won't be any left by then...I just finished eating a gihugic 24oz serving of it for lunch and there are 3 more sitting in my fridge....
Your logic is false. It assumes you're not making more for us.. which is totally incorrect ;D
Quote from: zooom on February 06, 2012, 09:29:28 AM
there won't be any left by then...I just finished eating a gihugic 24oz serving of it for lunch and there are 3 more sitting in my fridge....
[Dolph]
Can a brother get a veggie or soy version [coffee]
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 06, 2012, 09:57:27 AM
Your logic is false. It assumes you're not making more for us.. which is totally incorrect ;D
is this like a Jedi mind trick?....
maybe what I'll do is this...I'll make chili, and then charge you guys beer in exchnage for it....yeah...that's it!
Quote from: ducati culture on February 06, 2012, 10:03:55 AM
[Dolph]
Can a brother get a veggie or soy version [coffee]
hmmm....never worked with soy....perhaps a veggie version...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on February 06, 2012, 09:03:05 AM
I propose we descend upon zooom's place this weekend! [laugh]
Ninja outfit, Ready!
I put cubed tofu in my last chili..........just to say I did. People thought it was cheese.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on February 06, 2012, 09:03:05 AM
Pics (and a taste) or it didn't happen! I propose we descend upon zooom's place this weekend! [laugh]
HECK YEA!
Um, btw.......how many contestants were there??
Quote from: zooom on February 06, 2012, 10:06:34 AM
maybe what I'll do is this...I'll make chili, and then charge you guys beer in exchnage for it....yeah...that's it!
Deal!
And carrots and a touch on cinnamon are sometimes good in the mix...
Quote from: rgramjet on February 06, 2012, 04:12:33 PM
Um, btw.......how many contestants were there??
this year there were 11 entrants...last year there were 16....it varies from year to year but generally never less than 10 entries...
Quote from: zooom on February 07, 2012, 04:02:32 AM
this year there were 11 entrants...last year there were 16....it varies from year to year but generally never less than 10 entries...
Nice!
Just glad it was more than three!
;D
Quote from: tocino on February 06, 2012, 04:14:43 PM
And carrots and a touch on cinnamon are sometimes good in the mix...
I could see carrots for texture...and like a saigon cinnamon for a good vegetarian mixture....like a Cincinnati type of chili...
Quote from: zooom on February 07, 2012, 05:56:17 AM
I could see carrots for texture...and like a saigon cinnamon for a good vegetarian mixture....like a Cincinnati type of chili...
Less talking, more cooking! :-*
Spent about 7 hours swapping fork internals on the GS: from lowered to Dakar.
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/bmw/f650gs/madness_01.jpeg)
Time for some rest & [drink] now. Tomorrow the rear shock gets the same service.
Just retrieved my M900 from a towing company. I parked it in my designated motorcycle parking spot at my apt last night, but the towing company took it anyway. I told the leasing office that my motorcycle was missing and they called the contracted towing company to see if they towed it. Apparently they did and took a picture of the bike parked in the correct spot but the "only motorcycle" lettering was faded. When the apt manager verified that I parked in the correct spot, he called the towing company to release it.
When I arrive at the lot, I say I'm here to pick up the bike and the attendant states that I must sign a form which states "no driver error" and "motorcycle not parked in motorcycle spot". I told him that I refuse to sign the form with those qualifications and reminded him that the apt manager verified that I parked properly. Then he starts yelling at me and says he will not release it. My neighbor who drove me to the lot say call the [leo] and I call my wife to tell her what's happening. As she's walking to the leasing office to tell them the same, the attendant opens the gate and says that I can take my bike. Maybe he figured I was calling the [leo]. Safe to say I took lots of pictures and nothing seems obviously wrong with my bike, but there's no way I was going to sign a form that stated they were not in error when they clearly were.
Aigh... town companies. Some are good... some are sooo shady.
Quote from: Sad Panda on February 22, 2012, 08:37:08 AM
Some are good...[CITATION NEEDED (http://xkcd.com/285/)]
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Someone just earned his nerd badge...
Just started poking around JavaFX. Might be the ideal candidate for my next big project... [evil]
Sorted out the wiring in a bathroom. An GFI outlet wasn't working.. turns out the yahoos the previous owner hired to do some fast updating wired it to the LOAD terminals... under the yellow warning label. Needed to be on the normal LINE terminals. Copious yard work, preparing for the siege on the Ivy to come.
Picked up an ATV jack from Zooom [thumbsup] so now I can lift the KTM for dirty wheels. Changed out it's oil, installed some SuMo hand guards, a bar mounted bar-end mirrors, thus doing away it the big dumb stockers, installed some 2nd hand billet bling, removed the electronic 2nd/3rd gear throttle restrcition and installed a new seal set on the forks of the Monster.
Rolled the Norton out of the sunroom, through the front door and down into the basement. It probably feels abandoned.
Was this done at the behest of you, or the little lady?
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 05, 2012, 02:23:20 PM
Was this done at the behest of you, or the little lady?
(http://a.abcnews.com/images/Entertainment/gty_whipping_cream_tk_111206_wg.jpg)
[laugh]
[laugh]
[laugh]
If it's not obvious, that's whipped cream, as in Steve will get whipped by his little lady!
Got a letter from the IRS on what I owed them from my 2009 taxes I messed up on. :(
That sucks - I got a similar one a few months back. Good news was I worked their numbers after gettig some advice and owed about half what they said I did... bad news is that I owed. Go through their stuff and talk to someone in the know. Lots of times they don't take into account time/timing, special status (like military pay exceptions) etc and just barf a number on to the letter.
Spent some more quality time with KTM working out the wheel swap. Couple tricks to it don't make it as obvious as it seemed at first.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on March 05, 2012, 05:16:38 PM
Got a letter from the IRS on what I owed them from my 2009 taxes I messed up on. :(
they will also work with you to work out a payment plan that YOU are comfortable with. I ended up owing HUGE amts of money after my divorce and they were helpful setting something up with me.
I don't know how much of a good thing this is (or even if it is a good thing at all), but I've set my paycheck allotments so that federal & state tax requirements are exceeded. It makes things slightly more tight during the year, but when it comes to doing my taxes, I never sweat it and always end up getting a nice refund.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 05, 2012, 02:23:20 PM
Was this done at the behest of you, or the little lady?
A little of both - we wanted to convert the room to something usable for more than Norton rebuilding (i.e. usable by her and me), and I needed to get it downstairs in preparation for fluids, etc. which I didn't want to do on a wooden floor.
It's pretty close to being called a motorcycle at this point.
I'm sure the neighbors got a laugh seeing it roll out the front door and down the steps.
Just signed up for next month's American Supercamp. [Dolph]
I passed the MSF basic rider course (thanks to venomousr1993 and the Quantico crew). Then I rode my bike to work for the first time and the guard at the gate asks me to do a wheelie. Ah, no.
Quote from: JoeP on March 07, 2012, 01:11:47 PM
I passed the MSF basic rider course (thanks to venomousr1993 and the Quantico crew). Then I rode my bike to work for the first time and the guard at the gate asks me to do a wheelie. Ah, no.
Are you also doing the sportsbike cornering class on 04/26?
Quote from: JoeP on March 07, 2012, 01:11:47 PM
I passed the MSF basic rider course (thanks to venomousr1993 and the Quantico crew). Then I rode my bike to work for the first time and the guard at the gate asks me to do a wheelie. Ah, no.
Joe...good riding out there the last couple days. We got lucky with a fairly good group...it is a nightmare when there are a bunch of students who are too timid or cannot follow direction. I look forward to seeing you out at a meetup this year or local rides.
American Supercamp is awesome...Danny and his crew make it alot of fun. Wringing out their TTR 125'S is a blast even though you won't get out of 3rd gear.
Quote from: 99Zulu on March 07, 2012, 05:29:14 PM
Are you also doing the sportsbike cornering class on 04/26?
I'm in for the military sportbike rider class (3/23) and the cornering clinic (4/26).
Quote from: JoeP on March 07, 2012, 06:05:59 PM
I'm in for the military sportbike rider class (3/23) and the cornering clinic (4/26).
Kool I will be there on 04/26 [Dolph]
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 06, 2012, 08:46:57 AM
Spent some more quality time with KTM working out the wheel swap. Couple tricks to it don't make it as obvious as it seemed at first.
So the lift worked out well?!?!?!
MIght need to toss a bit of ply between the rails to even things out, but it's worked well so far.
Played mechanic:
Reflashed the Monster with an updated Writer and reset TPS. Hope it evens out the idle since there was a bug in the writer version I used before.
The Daytona got some love too:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2012-03-10_19-49-53_900.jpg)
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2012-03-10_19-50-04_461.jpg)
Sure wish I would have remembered to grab that harbor freight bead breaker! The car jack worked, but what a pain in the ass!
Quote from: Ducatician on March 10, 2012, 04:55:59 PM
Played mechanic:
[...]
[thumbsup]
played with sandpaper & some powertools and thanks to my partner-in-crime (gwjcat 8)) put a first layer of primer on Bianca's frame ;D ;D
Got a string of texts from some arse on a KTM about his epic ride while I was at work.
Quote from: 99Zulu on March 08, 2012, 05:35:10 AM
Kool I will be there on 04/26 [Dolph]
I will be out there too....not riding, but providing instruction.working as a corner worker. We set the course up Wednesday and ride it a day prior to make sure it is cherry.
Helped a newbie that dumped his Honda Shadow on River Road by Rileys Lock. He broke his ankle and 3 ribs.
Gave his riding buddy a ride back to the scene after dropping his bike off at his house.
A couple Monsters rode by.....anyone here?
Lars and I were out Anne Arundal way.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 11, 2012, 05:59:51 PM
Lars and I were out Anne Arundal way.
Well ya shoulda been near Rileys Lock to help me with the fallen old newbie!!
;D ;D ;D
Quote from: venomousr1993 on March 11, 2012, 05:51:06 PM
I will be out there too....not riding, but providing instruction.working as a corner worker. We set the course up Wednesday and ride it a day prior to make sure it is cherry.
Can we come and get some early scoop? [Dolph]
Quote from: 99Zulu on March 11, 2012, 07:11:47 PM
Can we come and get some early scoop? [Dolph]
There will be lefts AND rights!
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 12, 2012, 03:29:47 AM
There will be lefts AND rights!
And here I was hoping for a NASCAR themed event...
Today I used the skills I learned in MSF class to avoid eating a bumper. Swerved to avoid a car that slammed on the brakes, got the bike squared up, then had to brake hard to avoid other cars that had bailed to the shoulder. Without the training I probably would have laid the bike down, or worse. Thank you, MSF. [thumbsup]
Just signed up for my first race. [thumbsup]
http://www.mc-coop.org/arf/ (http://www.mc-coop.org/arf/)
Watch out those those spastic drivers! You'll be shocked at how much bad stuff you'll see.
Sunday I got the KTooom out for some fun and fiddling. Quick little bugger in the turns, not so much fun on the slab. Wind blast is well worse than than the Monster.
During one of my loops of Clifton I was behind some big SUV that I watched cross the double yellow 5 times in a couple miles.
Quote from: gwjcat on March 12, 2012, 07:49:06 AM
Just signed up for my first race. [thumbsup]
http://www.mc-coop.org/arf/ (http://www.mc-coop.org/arf/)
you doing the 5K or the Half marathon?
I am signed up currently for the Rock-N-Roll 1/2 Marathon for next weekend 3/17...then the Cherry Blossom 10 Miler on April 1st followed by the GW Parkway Classic 10 Miler on April 22nd and looking past that at 3 possible races...
Quote from: zooom on March 12, 2012, 08:20:49 AM
you doing the 5K or the Half marathon?
I am signed up currently for the Rock-N-Roll 1/2 Marathon for next weekend 3/17...then the Cherry Blossom 10 Miler on April 1st followed by the GW Parkway Classic 10 Miler on April 22nd and looking past that at 3 possible races...
You have a busy running schedule coming up. [thumbsup] The Half marathon...one of my friends mentioned this race to me and I've been thinking about participating in a race so I thought the Alexandria Half was a good option. I eventually want to try a full marathon, but I want to get a few races under my belt before doing so.
Quote from: zooom on March 12, 2012, 08:20:49 AM
followed by the GW Parkway Classic 10 Miler on April 22nd
I may see you there. I signed up for the 10 miler, but I will probably bail to just the 5K - knees have been acting a little odd (wearing strange clothes, skulking in corners, the normal stuff).
They should rename this place the KTM / Runners Area Monsters!
Quote from: tocino on March 12, 2012, 11:36:25 AM
They should rename this place the KTM / Runners Area Monsters!
Resistance is futile.
Dropped my forks at vondari... get them suspension tuned. [Dolph]
Hung out in Bal'mer with Ted and a couple of the BAD folks during wrench party on Sunday...
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Project%20Stealth/DSC_0556-1.jpg)
I was going to make a wenching joke - but I saw the photos. No
Wenches to be found
Quote from: 99Zulu on March 11, 2012, 07:11:47 PM
Can we come and get some early scoop? [Dolph]
No...think of it as a birthday present and wait for the surprise.
Rode to work. First day commuting with the new bike from PA to Gaithersburg. Not too shabby.
Looking forward to the ride home.
Um, got held up in a huge traffic jam.......because some poor woman was shot in the head and dumped in the street........less than 1/2 mile from my house. WTF.
Quote from: rgramjet on March 13, 2012, 05:50:59 PM
Um, got held up in a huge traffic jam.......because some poor woman was shot in the head and dumped in the street........less than 1/2 mile from my house. WTF.
YIKES!!!
Yea, that was some f-ed up S. Luckily the dude did the right thing and took himself out.
Picked up the anodized forks and dropped it at vondari... Now waiting for the parts to come in and pick up my forks.
Removed tank liner, had tank hinge welded and gave my bike the POR15 treatment. Now it's the 96 hour wait. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: 99Zulu on March 15, 2012, 12:38:41 PM
Picked up the anodized forks and dropped it at vondari... Now waiting for the parts to come in and pick up my forks.
Pix or it's all lies!
Got a cable so I can flash the ECU on the KTM - has all the nasty signs of the stock map that people report when an aftermarket can is in play.
And to prove it's real
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/i-6wzwSSk/0/XL/i-6wzwSSk-XL.jpg)
And HOLY SHIT... trash truck just hit my across the neighbors retaining wall on the corner. Hard enough that it shook my house.. and now the truck is stuck. Oooops
*edit. Well the truck peeled a tire of and now it's stuck. Good times
looks like somebody just took a photo of someone "elses" bike if you ask me .. hee-hee [laugh]
Quote from: zooom on March 12, 2012, 08:20:49 AM
you doing the 5K or the Half marathon?
I am signed up currently for the Rock-N-Roll 1/2 Marathon for next weekend 3/17...then the Cherry Blossom 10 Miler on April 1st followed by the GW Parkway Classic 10 Miler on April 22nd and looking past that at 3 possible races...
Way to go bro !
Quote from: ducati culture on March 16, 2012, 10:27:33 AM
Way to go bro !
thank you....am currently feeling a little nervous about tommorrow...
Quote from: zooom on March 16, 2012, 10:42:25 AM
thank you....am currently feeling a little nervous about tommorrow...
You shall be awesome! [thumbsup]
Quote from: zooom on March 16, 2012, 10:42:25 AM
thank you....am currently feeling a little nervous about tommorrow...
Rep DMF to the fullest! [thumbsup]
Quote from: gwjcat on March 16, 2012, 12:55:27 PM
Rep DMF to the fullest! [thumbsup]
I think we should put DMF stickers on our race bibs [thumbsup]
Quote from: dolci on March 16, 2012, 01:16:04 PM
I think we should put DMF stickers on our race bibs [thumbsup]
Zooom should put some breasts on his! [laugh]
Coupling - Jeff's picking-up an Israeli girl.avi (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQ6mxKxU3sA&t=1m12s#)
Start at 1:12! [laugh]
Rode Lars KTM SM 950 today out at Harwood. That bike has tq everywhere in the upper rpms. Kind of reminded me of my old 2 stroke bikes. I was dissapointed no tach and the flat spot it the rpm range because of the carbs.
I had to pry his hands off my Aprilia after letting him ride it...didn't realize the weight difference till I got back on it too.
Props to the guy on the old school Kawi Concourse with bald tires and boat shoes who was holding his own with us.
Saturday's half marathon result...dolci finished her 1st half in 2:35....I finished my 1st half in 1:57
Congrats!
Fixed my fork over the weekend. The preload adjustor had gotten stuck one the compression damper in the cap during service. Bit of a PITA, but it's sorted. Now I can get the Monster back on the road. That ate sat...
Waged yard Jihad on sunday. 10 bags of crud gone and more to go. The PO left a lot to run wild.
Got any green thumbs here?
Quote from: zooom on March 19, 2012, 06:26:08 AM
Saturday's half marathon result...dolci finished her 1st half in 2:35....I finished my 1st half in 1:57
Congrats you two.
How do you feel today?
Climbed to the top of 287 steps here:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/DSCN0080.jpg)
to see this:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/DSCN0072.jpg)
before eating this:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/DSCN0155.jpg)
and drinking a couple of Velkopopovický Kozel Černý: (yeah, I forgot to take a picture of the liter of beer)
(http://alkoholia.cz/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Velkopopovick%C3%BD-Kozel-%C4%8Cern%C3%BD-1.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 19, 2012, 01:46:48 PM
Congrats you two.
How do you feel today?
she seems to feel fine...my left arch is feeling almost like it is bruised(I think due to my work shoes), but not quite and my legs (ie: specifically my calves and my hamstrings )are slowly coming back from being sore and me moving normally....gonna lead a 10K training program pace group at around a 10:10 pace for 6 miles tommorrow night...so a lil bit of a workout to stretch things back out and get back into the groove before doing the Cherry Blossom 10Miler on April 1st...
^ You has the sickness.
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 19, 2012, 05:17:33 PM
^ You has the sickness.
;D
nahhh...I just paid for to be in a few races and I am not going to just walk em...LOL
Finally got the forks back in the Monster. Wheel on and new brake pads. Still in to get the dash back and do a good once over.. but she's almost back.
While on my windows VM - TuneECU is dutifully downloading the current, bone stock EFI and EPT maps from the KTM in preparation for uploading the Akro map. Other nice features - click of a button will disable the O2 sensor and SAS - buh bye!
So I've got the KTM cables - and Jim, this also works on Triumphs. Though I believe you need a different cable.
Just so you know, clicking the box won't actually disable the SAS. You'll still get popping on the over-run until you actually remove the system. Ask me how I know. :D
Going back to that - what did you try before you pulled the SAS tubes?
Quote from: Ducatician on March 19, 2012, 04:24:47 PM
Climbed to the top of 287 steps here:
to see this:
before eating this:
and drinking a couple of Velkopopovický Kozel Černý: (yeah, I forgot to take a picture of the liter of beer)
Prague? Nice. Watch out for the German tourists! :)
Quote from: tocino on March 19, 2012, 07:07:58 PM
Prague? Nice. Watch out for the German tourists! :)
That's the place. Funny you should mention the Germans; there was a group of them getting a little rambunctious for a birthday party last night. Interesting lot.
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 19, 2012, 06:26:33 PM
So I've got the KTM cables - and Jim, this also works on Triumphs. Though I believe you need a different cable.
I think it's the same cable... and with the proper adapter, you can use the cable for ducatidiag on the monster and other ducs.
Quote from: tocino on March 19, 2012, 07:07:58 PM
Prague? Nice. Watch out for the German tourists! :)
Germans hell! It's the Poles you have to watch out for. Those crazy bastards got kicked out of every NATO watering hole down in Asskrackistan due to the fact that they couldn't keep from tearing the place to bits after the third round of vodka.
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 19, 2012, 07:05:08 PM
Going back to that - what did you try before you pulled the SAS tubes?
I don't remember exactly what all I did before hand, but do remember that it never really had any significant effect and I ultimately had to just rip the system out to get the bike to stop. Then there's the issue with KTMs using graphite gaskets in the exhaust that are notorious for leaking and causing a few backfires as well...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 20, 2012, 03:17:34 AM
Germans hell! It's the Poles you have to watch out for. Those crazy bastards got kicked out of every NATO watering hole down in Asskrackistan due to the fact that they couldn't keep from tearing the place to bits after the third round of vodka.
Are you sure thats not just Vodka drinkers in general?
Quote from: rgramjet on March 20, 2012, 04:42:00 AM
Are you sure thats not just Vodka drinkers in general?
ask ducpainter on that one...
Immmm not gonna ask him, You ask him!
Quote from: Ducatician on March 19, 2012, 10:26:24 PM
That's the place. Funny you should mention the Germans; there was a group of them getting a little rambunctious for a birthday party last night. Interesting lot.
I think it's the same cable... and with the proper adapter, you can use the cable for ducatidiag on the monster and other ducs.
I meant to the end that attaches to the bike being different. I've got the chipped ODB2 cable with a USB end and then the ODB2 to KTM side - just not sure what what connection's needed for a T
Quote from: Ducatician on March 19, 2012, 10:26:24 PM
That's the place. Funny you should mention the Germans; there was a group of them getting a little rambunctious for a birthday party last night. Interesting lot.
Ha! When I was there we saw packs of them roaming around. One place we walked into had a table with around 20 of them singing a drinking song while the staff looked on kinda freaked out. The hostess looked at us with a sort of "sorry, we don't know how to make them stop" look. Shows you how much cheaper it is to drink there that people fly in!
Quote from: rgramjet on March 20, 2012, 05:40:49 AM
Immmm not gonna ask him, You ask him!
Chickenshit... :-*
You afraid I'm a mean Polish drunk?
;D
Quote from: ducpainter on March 20, 2012, 12:36:18 PM
Chickenshit... :-*
You afraid I'm a mean Polish drunk?
;D
only after drinking cheap potatoe vodka from Poland....
I fear no man......expecially old ones!
;D
Quote from: rgramjet on March 20, 2012, 12:50:02 PM
I fear no man......expecially old ones!
;D
I wouldn't be afraid of me either...
unless we're playing with guns...
in a vodka drinking contest...
or riding. ;)
Trap/Skeet no way no how......my Model 12 fits me too well. Im pretty good with IDPA/IPSC stuff too.
Dont drink enough vodka to know if I can hang. I likes my Scotch/Bourbons.
Ill give you riding.....wish I could do it enough to consider myself good.
;) ;)
Quote from: rgramjet on March 20, 2012, 01:11:08 PM
Trap/Skeet no way no how......my Model 12 fits me too well. Im pretty good with IDPA/IPSC stuff too.
Dont drink enough vodka to know if I can hang. I likes my Scotch/Bourbons.
Ill give you riding.....wish I could do it enough to consider myself good.
;) ;)
It's like anything...seat time makes you better.
^ Well that sure got a lot of traction...
Found out that my MEB started in earnest today...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 20, 2012, 02:02:40 PM
Found out that my MEB started in earnest today...
what's that, military slang for retiring old men? [cheeky]
moved into my new pod here at work, some group changes and reorganization which roughly translates to maintaining legacy code while developing a new system. it's actually more exciting than I describe it, i'm just tired after a long day.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 20, 2012, 02:02:40 PM
^ Well that sure got a lot of traction...
Found out that my MEB started in earnest today...
What did you expect?
He and I to get into a pissing match?...a barroom brawl?
He ain't so young either. ;D
Quote from: ducpainter on March 20, 2012, 04:31:20 PM
He ain't so young either. ;D
Oh, I know. I've partied at his house enough to witness first hand.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 20, 2012, 03:32:52 PM
what's that, military slang for retiring old men? [cheeky]
Medical Evaluation Board. They're determining if I am medically fit enough for continued retention in the military. Kind of ironic when you think about it, as I am a good ways into the separation process, but hey... I'm good with it if this gets me a better disability rating.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 20, 2012, 03:32:52 PM
moved into my new pod here at work.
Any good lunch spots over there?
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 20, 2012, 05:21:21 PM
Oh, I know. I've partied at his house enough to witness first hand.
Hey, unless there's a shooting AND mortar fire...... I just don't consider it a party!
Quote from: ducpainter on March 20, 2012, 04:31:20 PM
What did you expect?
He and I to get into a pissing match?...a barroom brawl?
He ain't so young either. ;D
given the ages of the parties involved....I was thinking an all out game of shuffleboard...or perhaps a mean ass game of spades....LOL
Quote from: zooom on March 21, 2012, 06:19:21 AM
given the ages of the parties involved....I was thinking an all out game of shuffleboard...or perhaps a mean ass game of spades....LOL
Matlock!
Messing with the KTMs mapping has definitely improved things. Some more tweaking to be done but it's a good first step. Too bad it's gonna be all wet this weekend :(
On the up side, won suite tix to the Caps/Wild game through work. Now we hope the caps don't crap it up.
Finally got news that my wife has been accepted to Pharmacy at UMD! ;D [beer] [beer] [beer]
-4 years to retirement for me! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 23, 2012, 01:18:36 PM
Finally got news that my wife has been accepted to Pharmacy at UMD! ;D [beer] [beer] [beer]
-4 years to retirement for me! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Congrats!!
Tested the new clutch out on 211 and 33. Tested my patience on 66.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 23, 2012, 01:18:36 PM
Finally got news that my wife has been accepted to Pharmacy at UMD! ;D [beer] [beer] [beer]
-4 years to retirement for me! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
That's a huge accomplishment! Isn't the Pharmacy school located in Baltimore?
It is, and good luck to her!
I'm in pharmacy school now and it's tough as hell
Quote from: gwjcat on March 23, 2012, 06:00:31 PM
That's a huge accomplishment! Isn't the Pharmacy school located in Baltimore?
Quote from: Jdan on March 24, 2012, 11:23:35 PM
It is, and good luck to her!
I'm in pharmacy school now and it's tough as hell
Thanks!
The main campus is in Balmer, but she'll be going to the Shady Grove campus (near the hospital and a bunch of bio-med companies). Much closer to where we live, and that's another huge plus, since we won't need to move!
Just working on the restaurant again. My wife and I are opening a carryout in Severn. Doors should be open in two weeks! Back to work for me.
Quote from: ducrider45 on March 27, 2012, 10:03:55 AM
Just working on the restaurant again. My wife and I are opening a carryout in Severn. Doors should be open in two weeks!
Let us know how to find you!
We are located at the corner of 170 and 174 (Kelly's Plaza) in Severn MD. I will post up when we open. I'm sure we will do a few bike nights or weekend destination ride type stuff. It is a New Orleans food carryout. We are focusing on Po-boys at the start. We will have daily specials as well. Still working on being able to sell/ serve beer. [beer]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 26, 2012, 06:19:57 AM
Thanks!
The main campus is in Balmer, but she'll be going to the Shady Grove campus (near the hospital and a bunch of bio-med companies). Much closer to where we live, and that's another huge plus, since we won't need to move!
UBC is actually one of the older, more established pharmacy schools in the country. My boss graduated from there, and it is pretty renowned as one of the better schools. Even in this shitty job market for pharmacists, it's a very good choice for schools, and she shouldn't have a problem getting a job.
Quote from: ducrider45 on March 27, 2012, 08:19:44 PM
We are focusing on Po-boys at the start.
may I suggest/request a good chicken & sausage gumbo?!?!?!
today i went for a little ride to test out my new chain/sprockets. had to ensure that i installed everything correctly since this was my first time doing a chain install.
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a180/mdaniel1210/20120328_144833.jpg)
Ah ha! Our noob shows his face!
Just be sure the wheel's lined up. That's really the most fiddly part.
And if you're new to chains I highly recommend the Dupont chain lube
http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/motorcycle-chain-lube/dupont-teflon-chain-lube.htm (http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/motorcycle-chain-lube/dupont-teflon-chain-lube.htm)
It's magic in a can - can be had at hardware stores (lowes) and is cheaper than most everything else. Generally recomendation for chain lube is every 300 or so miles and after encounters with water (rain, tub time etc)
im pretty intent on keeping a clean/lubed chain. i normally do it once or twice a week! ive been using maxima chain wax, and like it alot do to its no mess, but ill give this dupont stuff a look see.
and ill show my face when and where i choose!! [cheeky]
I found that the maxima is good, but still flings some. The dupont stuff is zero fling and about half the cost.
Quote from: imthestig on March 28, 2012, 12:52:16 PM
and ill show my face when and where i choose!! [cheeky]
Get too lippy and we send you off the end of an Aircraft Carrier in a jag!
Then I'll just come back faster and cooler than before 8)
Quote from: zooom on March 28, 2012, 09:50:33 AM
may I suggest/request a good chicken & sausage gumbo?!?!?!
Gumbo is on the daily menu. Jambalaya will be a special once a week.
This stuff looks good. I have two other chain lubricants but they all fling and are messy. This seems better than those. I can just use those for my bicycle. Can I pick this stuff up at somewhere like an ace hardware?
Quote from: Sad Panda on March 28, 2012, 12:17:29 PM
Ah ha! Our noob shows his face!
Just be sure the wheel's lined up. That's really the most fiddly part.
And if you're new to chains I highly recommend the Dupont chain lube
http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/motorcycle-chain-lube/dupont-teflon-chain-lube.htm (http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/motorcycle-chain-lube/dupont-teflon-chain-lube.htm)
It's magic in a can - can be had at hardware stores (lowes) and is cheaper than most everything else. Generally recomendation for chain lube is every 300 or so miles and after encounters with water (rain, tub time etc)
Not sure on Ace, but likely. I know it can be had at Lowes - possibly Home Despot too
Drive up to Andrews for a separation brief just to find out it has been canceled. Nice of them to let me know ahead of time.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 30, 2012, 05:33:12 AM
Drive up to Andrews for a separation brief just to find out it has been canceled. Nice of them to let me know ahead of time.
at least you didn't have issues getting onto post....
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 30, 2012, 05:33:12 AM
Drive up to Andrews for a separation brief just to find out it has been canceled. Nice of them to let me know ahead of time.
Not like.
Left work at noon and hit Harwood on the way home. Little chilly today and the roads are full of dirt and other trash. Worth it all the same!
Finally Picked up the forks from vondari, Rear sets , bits and pieces powder coated from Figure eng. Time to put the bike back together.
Got a flat tire at 66, I wasn't alone had 4 other ppl on side of the road all changin tires. Construction [bang]
Quote from: 99Zulu on April 03, 2012, 10:11:18 AM
Finally Picked up the forks from vondari, Rear sets , bits and pieces powder coated from Figure eng. Time to put the bike back together.
Got a flat tire at 66, I wasn't alone had 4 other ppl on side of the road all changin tires. Construction [bang]
hope you took pictures of the affected area for to submit to VDOT for to get reimbursed for damage caused....
+1 If you were one of 5 in the same stretch I'd be looking at VDOT.
Didn't even thought about taking picture, but lucky for me since I was the last one VDOT safety patrol guy helped me first , and refuse to take a tip. Guess cant tip state employee. There was 3 more on 495 , after you get off 66.
Picked my bike today from Coleman. Termi is loud [drool]
Broke the lawnmower.
Put a new power steering pressure hose on the Golf. Learned the right way to do it, if I ever need to again... [laugh]
Met a guy (can't remember his name) who was just purchasing an 848evo at Coleman's Woodridge today. Told him about this place, so maybe we'll see him.
Spent awhile polishing part of the exhaust pipes with a jar of Blue Magic and a dremel.
I changed 11 year old fork oil. No special tools, easy as cake on my 01 m600. Only took 3 FRIGGIN HOURS, but that was with all the stupid mistakes I made (and beer breaks [drink]). Could do it in about 1 hour next time.
Quote from: gwjcat on April 08, 2012, 05:23:49 PM
Spent awhile polishing part of the exhaust pipes with a jar of Blue Magic and a dremel.
I bet you had this playing in the background! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
You Are The First, My Last, My Everything (Barry White) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fcd3XuQwDQQ#)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 09, 2012, 05:32:56 AM
I bet you had this playing in the background! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
You Are The First, My Last, My Everything (Barry White) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fcd3XuQwDQQ#)
How did you know? My bike needs some love too. :o
Just made a few small chassis adjustments to the SC, then took it through Clifton to shake it down.
[evil]
Jim and Randy tore up Summit Main:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2012-04-09_07-45-23_240.jpg)
...sketchy brakes and all. [evil] Brakes? Who needs brakes? [laugh]
^^^^Sketchy brakes Jim??? There were no brakes on the front of your 675 at the end of the day :o. I was having major brake fade at the end of the straight coming off 164 mph....dropped my knee/shoulder into turn 1 and told myself it would make it.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on April 14, 2012, 09:56:51 PM
^^^^Sketchy brakes Jim??? There were no brakes on the front of your 675 at the end of the day :o. I was having major brake fade at the end of the straight coming off 164 mph....dropped my knee/shoulder into turn 1 and told myself it would make it.
Thanks for clearing up that saying! I swear they always said, "put the metal to the metal." The other pads haven't come in yet, so I haven't taken them out for a good look.
Had my first interview today after filling out many applications. I was told they'll make a final decision in two weeks so it's now just a waiting game. [coffee] The job calls for designing "toys". ;D ;D ;D
Big boy toys?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 16, 2012, 03:52:20 PM
Big boy toys?
Always. These toys can navigate over land, sea and air.
Paid enough to the tax man to buy a fun new toy! :'( :'( :'(
that track 675? ^^
Quote from: venomousr1993 on April 17, 2012, 05:49:45 PM
that track 675? ^^
Not quite that much fortunately! But enough to put some hurt on the wallet...
Got .21 steps closer to being able to clear out.
Last Sun/Mon got to ride around in the dirt with Chris Carr (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Carr_(motorcyclist) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Carr_(motorcyclist))). Or rather, I got passed many times by him and the other instructors while pretending I was riding!
Quote from: tocino on April 18, 2012, 10:32:13 AM
I got passed many times by him and the other instructors while pretending I was riding!
That's the spirit! [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 17, 2012, 06:58:23 PM
Got .21 steps closer to being able to clear out.
Good luck with the process
Pulled apart the KTM to install a manual cam chain tensioner. The factory hydraulic ones are found wanting. Part of the process is to take off the valve cover so you can set TDC - no problems there. Except I found that I was one of many that had a bad rocker bearing. A bad batch came from the parts folks back when and a lot of these bikes got valve openers that had a bad bearing...
On the good side my new lower on temp fan switch got installed, some general tidy work got done and the wheels came off for their new rubber.
Quote from: Sad Panda on April 20, 2012, 05:36:27 AM
and the wheels came off for their new rubber.
you thinking about sealing the rims for to go tubeless for to prevent some of the types of follies that ensued in the video?
Not really... Everything I've seen about folks trying to seal up spoke rims seems like it makes things more failure prone than the relatively rare bolt in the road.
But I might start setting aside some cash each month to fund a war chest aimed at a set of wheels from a duke. I could probably find a used set for not too much pain for use as a street/road set and skin the 17" spokes for proper sumo tracky shit... trough apparently Summit has axed SuMo days at the kart track >:(
Quote from: Sad Panda on April 20, 2012, 06:34:09 AM
Not really... Everything I've seen about folks trying to seal up spoke rims seems like it makes things more failure prone than the relatively rare bolt in the road.
But I might start setting aside some cash each month to fund a war chest aimed at a set of wheels from a duke. I could probably find a used set for not too much pain for use as a street/road set and skin the 17" spokes for proper sumo tracky shit... trough apparently Summit has axed SuMo days at the kart track >:(
or you could send those wheels to Woody's and have them relace the hubs with spokes and rims for tubeless street usage -> http://www.woodyswheelworks.com/KTM640690.html (http://www.woodyswheelworks.com/KTM640690.html)
Oooooh.
- hmmm on more reading this isn't so hot. No guarantees on the sealing of normal spoke wheels. They will build some hot tubeless spokers but it ain't cheep by a long shot.
Looks like Alpina has something as well
http://www.alpinaraggi.it/en/catalog/50335 (http://www.alpinaraggi.it/en/catalog/50335)
Though it still needs new rims and spokes.
Back to looking at the price of duke wheels...
Quote from: Sad Panda on April 20, 2012, 06:48:45 AM
Looks like Alpina has something as well
Ahem...
(http://jcpakbikes.com/carbonKTM/image/dscf2769.jpg)
Oh yes sexy sexy - but costy costy
I wouldn't take those offroad...
but otherwise [drool]
Put the uniform in the closet for the last time today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2012, 04:09:55 PM
Put the uniform in the closet for the last time today.
No shit?!? Congrats! So are you still jobless like I will be in a few weeks?
Quote from: Meerkat on April 20, 2012, 04:19:52 PM
No shit?!? Congrats! So are you still jobless like I will be in a few weeks?
Nope. Get sworn in as a civilian on Monday. Drinking
and burning a smoke tonight.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2012, 04:20:48 PM
Nope. Get sworn in as a civilian on Monday. Drinking and burning a smoke tonight.
Double congrats! I'll drink one for you as well.
Thanks man.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2012, 04:09:55 PM
Put the uniform in the closet for the last time today.
Congrats! First round is on me! (OK, next time first round is on me)
Boughts me a track bike. 2-valve air-cooled EFI 800ss motor in a 750ss frame (that I think is sportin' a 900SS/SP swingarm - unless that style came on other supersports). Suspended on an Ohlin's shock and SP (I think) forks. It's all set up. Looks a bit ratty but some paint will take of that. We'll see how it runs at VIR this Mon/Tues.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2012, 04:20:48 PM
Nope. Get sworn in as a civilian on Monday. Drinking and burning a smoke tonight.
Eeeexcellent! [thumbsup]
Quote from: tocino on April 20, 2012, 06:17:21 PM
Boughts me a track bike. 2-valve air-cooled EFI 800ss motor in a 750ss frame (that I think is sportin' a 900SS/SP swingarm - unless that style came on other supersports). Suspended on an Ohlin's shock and SP (I think) forks. It's all set up. Looks a bit ratty but some paint will take of that. We'll see how it runs at VIR this Mon/Tues.
from Alan Shigeru Honda?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2012, 04:09:55 PM
Put the uniform in the closet for the last time today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2012, 04:20:48 PM
Nope. Get sworn in as a civilian on Monday. Drinking and burning a smoke tonight.
congrats!
Thanks guys.
Quote from: zooom on April 21, 2012, 03:50:50 AM
from Alan Shigeru Honda?
congrats!
Yep. He had it on consignment at DucPond. Don't think I've ever met him.
Quote from: tocino on April 21, 2012, 06:44:25 PM
Yep. He had it on consignment at DucPond. Don't think I've ever met him.
I know that bike...it is fast!...well...at least he was fast on it!....good score!
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 20, 2012, 04:20:48 PM
Nope. Get sworn in as a civilian on Monday. Drinking and burning a smoke tonight.
Good luck Ben...it is great they are working with you through the BS.
Congrats dude! Well, if it's a good thing that is ;D
Otherwise, make the beast with two backs those guys.
Had some fun with the GS:
1. Hockey Puck mod, so called because it involves bolting a hockey puck to the bottom of the side stand [laugh] It reduces the side lean and, if you can do it right (I didn't), can increase the surface area.
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-AQdqq7s2zEo/T5SbHUFiFyI/AAAAAAAAAwo/VjTeA6WnYag/s800/2012-04-14%252015.30.52.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-FrPpeSEgf6c/T5Sa5OR4hjI/AAAAAAAAAwY/wyQb0emx0ak/s800/2012-04-22%252012.56.22.jpg)
2. Put a standard cigarette lighter socket in place of the BMW accessory outlet. I'll use it to plug in the electric tire pump (I'm far too posh for a bicycle or foot pump! 8) ..... [laugh]) RoadPro RPPS-16ES 12-volt Auxiliary Power Port or Outlet (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001JT7B3A/ref=pe_175190_21431760_A1_cs_sce_3p_dp_1)
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41PrqCgeNhL._SS500_.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-fTaTCG8dC34/T5SayaKwscI/AAAAAAAAAwQ/UeGgPOfN9hc/s800/2012-04-22%252013.09.54.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-23OwngavJTs/T5SauE4iOmI/AAAAAAAAAwI/odXrbGGDRiM/s800/2012-04-22%252014.11.45.jpg)
3. Wired a relay into the parking light. I'll use it to power the GPS (once I make the mount for it) and my heated gear.
<sorry, no pics> [thumbsdown]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 22, 2012, 05:47:04 PM
I'm far too posh for a bicycle or foot pump! 8) ..... [laugh]
Noted... >:(
Since the ACC at quantico got cancelled, Went on ride in the evening to try out my new dianese leather suit. The top feels awesome fits like glove. The bottom fits very well except for the knee part, it tends to slide when stopping and such. May be cause I had my ankle boots and not full length boots.
question , I was sliding more than often ,may be due to new leathers, does it like go away after a little wear, or is there something I can apply on the butt area of the pants to help reduce the slide.
Ok the left hand is Pepes.. is the right your dads? Looking a little rough there
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-fTaTCG8dC34/T5SayaKwscI/AAAAAAAAAwQ/UeGgPOfN9hc/s800/2012-04-22%252013.09.54.jpg)
Dropped of the KTM wheels for some new skins after last weeks debacle.
Replaced the bad rocker in the KTM as well. Reinstalled the freshly wrapped and painted header, and bled the clutch
Quote from: Slide Panda on April 27, 2012, 05:13:54 AM
Ok the left hand is Pepes.. is the right your dads? Looking a little rough there
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-fTaTCG8dC34/T5SayaKwscI/AAAAAAAAAwQ/UeGgPOfN9hc/s800/2012-04-22%252013.09.54.jpg)
Dropped of the KTM wheels for some new skins after last weeks debacle.
Replaced the bad rocker in the KTM as well. Reinstalled the freshly wrapped and painted header, and bled the clutch
Photo?
Photo of?
Heres the rockers - right is the exhaust. You can see how much more wear the bearing is showing than it's intake buddy. You can't see some of the detail, but there's even more scoring than is really visible
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/i-gM2ww5S/0/O/i-gM2ww5S.jpg)
Quote from: Slide Panda on April 27, 2012, 05:13:54 AM
Ok the left hand is Pepes.. is the right your dads? Looking a little rough there
That's my Gramma (almost 85, btw) and number one partner in crime! [laugh]
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/funny/nonna_gs_02.jpeg)
Ah yes - I forgot about your helper.
So she's actually getting in there and getting dirty? How cool!
- You going to get her some gear and take her for a spin on the back? That grin says yes!
Quote from: Slide Panda on April 27, 2012, 06:59:12 AM
Ah yes - I forgot about your helper.
So she's actually getting in there and getting dirty? How cool!
- You going to get her some gear and take her for a spin on the back? That grin says yes!
hell...I think his Nona will ride her own bike along side him....
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 27, 2012, 06:52:21 AM
That's my Gramma (almost 85, btw) and number one partner in crime! [laugh]
Go Grandma!
That's awesome. [thumbsup]
Quote from: zooom on April 27, 2012, 07:00:55 AM
hell...I think his Nona will ride her own bike along side him....
here she is with her friends [cheeky] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
(http://www.thedailyquip.com/photogallery/Grandma%20Bikers.jpg)
hah! Awsome!
[thumbsup]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 27, 2012, 08:33:40 AM
here she is with her friends [cheeky] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
(http://www.thedailyquip.com/photogallery/Grandma%20Bikers.jpg)
That should be enlarged, framed and hung on your wall.
Tried some very fresh camels milk, actually very nice, it was still warm.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 27, 2012, 06:52:21 AM
That's my Gramma (almost 85, btw) and number one partner in crime! [laugh]
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/funny/nonna_gs_02.jpeg)
That bike looks HUGE
Looking at the hands on the grips, I'm guessing Nona is itty-bitty.
Quote from: Slide Panda on April 27, 2012, 09:50:06 AM
Looking at the hands on the grips, I'm guessing Nona is itty-bitty.
She's shrunk to about 5'2" now. I should find some of her wedding photos tho.... :o
Quote from: wasta on April 27, 2012, 09:21:41 AM
Tried some very fresh camels milk, actually very nice, it was still warm.
And were does one find fresh camel milk?
I had the pleasure of meeting grandma and mommy Pepe!
Quote from: gwjcat on April 28, 2012, 03:15:08 PM
I had the pleasure of meeting grandma and mommy Pepe!
And helped me work on this:
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/almost_01.jpg)
[thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Got the KTM reassembled, fired up and new manual cam chain tensioner adjusted. Oh and near gassed myself to death in the process. Had wrapped and painted the header and didn't expect so much smoke right off the bat. I had set up a fan but it just wasn't able to cope with the bike deep in the garage. That little plan was re-though with the bike in the opening of the garage and two fans going.
Just need to get my street wheels back and that's all done.
Building a new commuter bonk... :P
(http://i1168.photobucket.com/albums/r482/sugonaut/2012-04-30_09-45-59_642.jpg)
The time has come to work exercise back into my routine. Been off the skates for months, the gym no longer fits into my schedule, and running hasn't been as fun as I wanted it to be. So I've decided to pedal to work again and am playing soccer with office mates twice a week during lunch.
Related - I've got a 2008 Yamaha Vino Classic for sale. It's the only thing I haven't crashed and has some stealth performance bits. ;D
Quote from: Autohag on April 30, 2012, 07:51:15 AM
I've got a 2008 Yamaha Vino Classic for sale. It's the only thing I haven't crashed and has some stealth performance bits. ;D
is this the one that you did the hair dryer forced induction upgrade to?
Quote from: zooom on April 30, 2012, 08:15:06 AM
is this the one that you did the hair dryer forced induction upgrade to?
I had to google. Oh wow... [laugh]
My google Fu was weak and didn't find anything... Hair dryer?
"turbo scooter hair dryer" turns up some funny threads on Scoot Dawg and Urban Scootin. And then there's stuff like...
(http://i1020.photobucket.com/albums/af328/XRWilly/Funny%20Pictures/nos_scooter.jpg)
WikiHow FTW
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_make_a_blower_or_small_turbo_charger_for_a_gas_scooter (http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_make_a_blower_or_small_turbo_charger_for_a_gas_scooter)
Finally finished putting the DynaIII ignition on the Guzzi. Not completely modern though - it just replaces the points & condensors; it still requires the mechanical advance, which on the 850-T is mounted on the end of a distributor housing from a Fiat. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MikeZ on April 27, 2012, 12:42:14 PM
And were does one find fresh camel milk?
From a camel... [roll]
I work in Kuwait, there are quiet a few here, went into the desert and bought some from a bedouin who was milking them.
It's very creamy and from a little googling found out that it's 10 times better for you than cows milk.
Well I guess being in Kuwait makes it a bit easy then getting it here in Baltimore.
It's like the Naty Boh of Kuwait.
Got the KTM all back together with some new rubber, additional tool stash, wrapped header and 'clever-lever' clutch lever. Finally a bike again.
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 02, 2012, 05:25:07 AM
It's like the Naty Boh of Kuwait.
Got the KTM all back together with some new rubber, additional tool stash, wrapped header and 'clever-lever' clutch lever. Finally a bike again.
this is a photo moment! [clap]
(http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn200/outkast_photo/DSC_0082.jpg)
(http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn200/outkast_photo/DSC_0083.jpg)
A camel yesterday.
You did a camel today?
That is why they're called The Ships of the Desert!
i rode my bike and some 4 wheeled death trap..
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a180/mdaniel1210/536516_2981792675111_1570770051_39758910_448658410_n.jpg)
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a180/mdaniel1210/548487_2981819675786_1570770051_39758921_1357515177_n.jpg)
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a180/mdaniel1210/576152_2981831556083_1570770051_39758925_35898296_n.jpg)
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a180/mdaniel1210/399143_2981791955093_1570770051_39758909_1618046322_n.jpg)
(http://www.bambootrading.com/4000/4084.JPG)
Packed up the bikes, truck and trailer..enroute to NC in the morning for 2 days of Keith Code Superbike school. ;D ;D
De-electrofied the Guzzi. Luckily I was only 2 blocks from home. Was testing it after putting the shorty black mufflers back on (looks the business) and it lost all electrical. I'm guessing a relay or just a bad wire since the entire thing is out - no ignition, horn, lights. The only thing between the battery and lights is a relay and the fuze box, and all the fuses are good, so that narrows things down. I hope :)
Quote from: venomousr1993 on May 05, 2012, 07:34:16 PM
Packed up the bikes, truck and trailer..enroute to NC in the morning for 2 days of Keith Code Superbike school. ;D ;D
[thumbsup]
Quote from: tocino on May 05, 2012, 08:31:58 PM
De-electrofied the Guzzi.
Check for a main fuse. I know ducs have a fuse box AND a 30 amp main in a different spot. That main pops and all powers cut
Quote from: venomousr1993 on May 05, 2012, 07:34:16 PM
Packed up the bikes, truck and trailer..enroute to NC in the morning for 2 days of Keith Code Superbike school. ;D ;D
[thumbsup]
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 06, 2012, 04:19:23 AM
Check for a main fuse. I know ducs have a fuse box AND a 30 amp main in a different spot. That main pops and all powers cut
Here's the wiring digram I'm working from:
(http://image.shutterstock.com/display_pic_with_logo/136510/136510,1320976453,12/stock-photo-isolated-tin-can-telephone-with-blue-thread-88552000.jpg)
Quote from: tocino on May 05, 2012, 08:31:58 PM
De-electrofied the Guzzi.
May Moto Guzzi Monologue (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-GG9lhKjXM#)
Changed tires and tubes in the GS: got a pair of Shinko 705 on the outside and IRC heavy duty on the inside.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-dADMofGX2TQ/T6bQIUvpaPI/AAAAAAAAA0M/ZHLWOdPHMMk/s800/2012-05-03%252019.40.46.jpg)
Breaking the bead on the front was pretty easy (just by standing on it), but the rear was a real pain. Jumping, whacking with a rubber mallet, and sidestand method didn't work, I had slowly pry it off with the irons! [bang]
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-2WyyuXBk7YU/T6bQMP_ymzI/AAAAAAAAA0U/YTaiKmVGWVo/s800/2012-05-06%252008.48.51.jpg)
The proper way to inflate a tire! [laugh]
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-pZSZpzo44vk/T6bQQGvFmyI/AAAAAAAAA0c/ULT161mqcgk/s800/2012-05-06%252009.40.39.jpg)
No pics of working on the rear, but this is pretty close!
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6XVGQzfmfQ4/TzvFY4JliqI/AAAAAAAACzM/tJpCGZRsOMM/s1600/toddler-cursing.jpg)
In the end it all worked out fine so [beer] for me!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 06, 2012, 04:10:43 PM
Breaking the bead on the front was pretty easy (just by standing on it), but the rear was a real pain. Jumping, whacking with a rubber mallet, and sidestand method didn't work, I had slowly pry it off with the irons! [bang]
I've found that car jacks work pretty well as bead breakers, when shoved under a pipe protector in my condo garage. ;D
Re-electrofied the Guzzi. Must've caught a wire to the ignition relay jack taking-off/putting back the tank at some point and slightly pulled it out. Wiggling wires and watching the power flicker led me too it. I did the highly technical toss-o-the-offending-bit and just wired directly to the relay. Not sure why I put the jack in anyways.
Oh, and I get some advice yelled at me by some horse-trailer lady. Or maybe she meant one of the n'er do wells standing next to me.
You had better be careful.
Quote from: tocino on May 06, 2012, 08:19:51 PM
Oh, and I get some advice yelled at me by some horse-trailer lady. Or maybe she meant one of the n'er do wells standing next to me.
She was definitely talking to you. She was pointing and wagging her finger right at you!
Quote from: Meerkat on May 07, 2012, 03:35:25 AM
She was definitely talking to you. She was pointing and wagging her finger right at you!
Maybe it was Lars. Yeah, definitely Lars.
A certain 'middle' finger?
pepe - you have a balancer or are you just hopeful?
Pulled out a little yellow dead bird that happened to find a resting spot behind my oil cooler and was semi-stuck to my horizontal cylinder. Thats what I get for riding up near Poolesville. Somehow it survived a ride home through the bump filled back roads and DC streets
The horse hag was giving Jim proper instruction. Not I.
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 07, 2012, 06:07:41 AM
pepe - you have a balancer or are you just hopeful?
hopeful! [cheeky]
there's no mark for the heavy part on the tires, so I decided to give it a try. commuting today I felt no vibes from the tires -really smooth actually- up to 50 or so. I'm tempted to get a balancer from harbor freight, just out of curiosity...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 07, 2012, 04:40:07 PM
hopeful! [cheeky]
there's no mark for the heavy part on the tires, so I decided to give it a try. commuting today I felt no vibes from the tires -really smooth actually- up to 50 or so. I'm tempted to get a balancer from harbor freight, just out of curiosity...
Don't be hopeful! Let the power of science balance for you: http://www.tirebalancingbeads.com/sport-bike-kit/ (http://www.tirebalancingbeads.com/sport-bike-kit/)
Ever use those?
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 07, 2012, 05:56:45 PM
Ever use those?
No. I just remember Mike (Extra330) talking about them when he changed a set of tires for me last fall. As I recall, he liked these better than dynabeads as they stuck to the inside of the tire a significant amount of time (2 weeks per their site) and were reusable.
Hmmm he did seem to know his stuff.
Wonder if they work in tubes...
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 07, 2012, 06:34:23 PM
Wonder if they work in tubes...
That's the question! ???
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 07, 2012, 06:34:23 PM
Wonder if they work in tubes...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 07, 2012, 07:16:15 PM
That's the question! ???
JC Motors says they do: http://www.jcmotors.com/p-31442-counteract-motorcycle-tire-balancing-beads.aspx (http://www.jcmotors.com/p-31442-counteract-motorcycle-tire-balancing-beads.aspx)
and so does the intarwebz: http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?115881-Dyna-beads-vs-Counteract-balancing-beads&p=1458467&viewfull=1#post1458467 (http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?115881-Dyna-beads-vs-Counteract-balancing-beads&p=1458467&viewfull=1#post1458467)
Hmmm... Oh hey Pepe - stop by The Power of Orange danTheMan puts on a little video of how to change a tire... his preferred bead breaker is a MX boot. ;)
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 08, 2012, 05:28:36 AM
Hmmm... Oh hey Pepe - stop by The Power of Orange danTheMan puts on a little video of how to change a tire... his preferred bead breaker is a MX boot. ;)
Nice vid! [thumbsup]
I read from here (http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50717 (http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50717)) for the best tire changing technique. (For the same tire size) Ease/difficulty of breaking the bead all comes down to sidewall stiffness and tire temperature, IE: the warmer the better.
Picked up another diesel......think Im hooked!
Quote from: rgramjet on May 08, 2012, 12:32:40 PM
Picked up another diesel......think Im hooked!
Passat...Jetta...or what?
Quote from: zooom on May 08, 2012, 01:21:10 PM
Passat...Jetta...or what?
Ford, Chevy or Dodge?
Silverado 2500
Quote from: rgramjet on May 08, 2012, 01:30:14 PM
Silverado 2500
Did it come with the Allison transmission?
Washed the S2R...not on purpose! [bang]
Quote from: gwjcat on May 08, 2012, 04:26:56 PM
Did it come with the Allison transmission?
It did. One of the main reasons why I bought it!
Quote from: Meerkat on May 08, 2012, 04:32:27 PM
Washed the S2R...not on purpose! [bang]
God peeing on it doesn't count as washing.
Quote from: rgramjet on May 08, 2012, 05:16:27 PM
It did. One of the main reasons why I bought it!
Useless information without a photo! ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 08, 2012, 06:31:03 PM
God peeing on it doesn't count as washing.
How about if I use soap next time?
Quote from: Meerkat on May 09, 2012, 02:12:06 PM
How about if I use soap next time?
You talking about the bikes or yourself? [cheeky]
Quote from: tocino on May 09, 2012, 07:09:03 PM
You talking about the bikes or yourself? [cheeky]
Yes.
Put new bars on the SD and am about to take it through Clifton for a shake down.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 12, 2012, 11:33:59 AM
Put new bars on the SD and am about to take it through Clifton for a shake down.
Spent an hour resetting TPS, then watching little dots appear on the computer screen while adjusting the trim. They made a nice little peak shape this time, so I think it actually might be set properly. No more stalling. Don't know about the intermittent high revving yet.
Then dinner at the Curious Grape in Shirlington. Great food and the Deviant Dale's IPA was hoppy delicious goodness!!!
Been having fun with the wiring for Bianca. Since I'm using a Trailtech Vapor I need to figure out where to put the idiot lights. Here's what I came up with... 8)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/controls_01.jpeg)(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/controls_02.jpeg)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/controls_03.jpeg)(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/controls_04.jpeg)
Don't know if anyone has done this before, but I think it's a pretty nice fix. LEDs probably wont do much in direct sunlight, but they should be good enough.
I'm placing Neutral on the right side, and Turn, Oil and Charge warning on the left. I might be able to put high beam and low fuel on the left as well.
Destroyed the right side of another Pilot Power One rear tire...time to flip it...damn this is getting expensive.
Saturday night I proposed to dolci and she said yes...it was our 5 years since our 1st date anniversery!
;D :-*
Quote from: zooom on May 14, 2012, 06:59:37 AM
Saturday night I proposed to dolci and she said yes...it was our 5 years since our 1st date anniversery!
Congratulations [clap]
Woot!
Pix or shens though!
Congrats!
Quote from: zooom on May 14, 2012, 06:59:37 AM
Saturday night I proposed to dolci and she said yes...it was our 5 years since our 1st date anniversery!
Who slipped what in who's drink?!? [cheeky] [laugh]
J/K, CONGRATULATIONS! [clap]
Congrats you two!! Here's to many more happy years. [beer]
Congrats!!!
Congratulations! Cheers!
Quote from: zooom on May 14, 2012, 06:59:37 AM
Saturday night I proposed to dolci and she said yes...it was our 5 years since our 1st date anniversery!
Thats Awesome!! Congrats!!
[thumbsup]
Congrats!
Opened the doors to our restaurant!
Quote from: zooom on May 14, 2012, 06:59:37 AM
Saturday night I proposed to dolci and she said yes...it was our 5 years since our 1st date anniversery!
AWESOME!!!!
Quote from: ducrider45 on May 15, 2012, 10:04:13 AM
Opened the doors to our restaurant!
[clap] [clap] [clap]
Just finished my last final exam for the semester! It's time to unwind the brain and relax.
Quote from: gwjcat on May 16, 2012, 04:27:45 AM
Just finished my last final exam for the semester! It's time to unwind the brain and relax.
Congrats! [thumbsup]
Quote from: gwjcat on May 16, 2012, 04:27:45 AM
Just finished my last final exam for the semester! It's time to unwind the brain and relax.
[thumbsup] enjoy!
Submitted grades for the semester....now just a bit of administrative BS and I'll have a bit of freedom! [thumbsup]
Keeping up with the semester trend.. Started summer semester ...
Realized that the GPS tracker on my phone is a POS, as it didn't capture half of today's 350 miles throughout western VA.
Lars, you suck for not coming out. You would have wet yourself.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 19, 2012, 05:13:00 PM
Realized that the GPS tracker on my phone is a POS, as it didn't capture half of today's 350 miles throughout western VA.
Lars, you suck for not coming out. You would have wet yourself.
Whered you go? As far SW as Augusta County? Bath County?
Not too far south. We were in the Nelson county area, and around those parts.
Cranked something in my lower back and started my best dead bug impression.
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 21, 2012, 03:23:54 AM
Cranked something in my lower back and started my best dead bug impression.
Yikes. Sorry to hear that.
Doing a bit better now. But had to crawl a couple time earlier. So sucks when the back goes out
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 21, 2012, 02:54:37 PM
So sucks when the back goes out
Doood, tell me about it.
yeeeeowch...
sorry to hear that SP....as a fellow back sufferer...I understand...
I know it's a crappy cell phone video but I don't care: it sounds and looks awesome! ;D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iYr0rSmSq4# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7iYr0rSmSq4#)
I still need to wire head/tail lights, turn signals, bleed the brakes and the clutch and clean up a few more bits. Can't wait! ;D ;D ;D
[clap] [clap] [clap]
> I know it's a crappy cell phone video but I don't care: it sounds and looks awesome!
Sweeeet!
Stupid cell mics and cement walls - half of all you can hear is the clutch echo.
Interesting set up for the dummy lights.
Quote from: Slide Panda on May 24, 2012, 07:28:52 AM
Interesting set up for the dummy lights.
Neutral on the right. Then turn signals, oil pressure, and charging system on the left.
I'm thinking about the low fuel light too, but I never had a working one on the Monster... [laugh]
Your helper has the biggest smile at the beginning of the vid. ;D ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: gwjcat on May 24, 2012, 12:07:36 PM
Your helper has the biggest smile at the beginning of the vid. ;D ;D ;D ;D
She's already looking forward to her ritual photo on the bike! ;D
Just finished my 1st race, a half-marathon in Alexandria. Now it's time to recuperate in the pool.
I came out to rolling thunder today! [thumbsup]
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a180/mdaniel1210/20120527_104003.jpg)
Quote from: gwjcat on May 27, 2012, 08:18:58 AM
Just finished my 1st race, a half-marathon in Alexandria. Now it's time to recuperate in the pool.
congrats...what time did you finish in?...and make sure you don't completely go vegetable limp, as you want to keep the muscles from lockin up on you...
Quote from: zooom on May 27, 2012, 11:27:30 AM
congrats...what time did you finish in?...and make sure you don't completely go vegetable limp, as you want to keep the muscles from lockin up on you...
thanks zoom. I came in @1:54 and I'm really happy with the time considering I couldn't train for 4 weeks due to tight calf/achilles. Next time I'll be wiser and won't make the same mistake of running 25 miles one week and 38 miles the next week. [bang]
I'm doing about a 1/2 veggie limp, but I'll keep moving so I can have a smooth recovery. Do you have any upcoming races?
Ride the rolling thunder for 2nd year :D
This was my first rolling thunder for me and my dad and we loved it! Will definitely be back next year. [thumbsup]
Quote from: gwjcat on May 27, 2012, 11:51:57 AM
thanks zoom. I came in @1:54 and I'm really happy with the time considering I couldn't train for 4 weeks due to tight calf/achilles. Next time I'll be wiser and won't make the same mistake of running 25 miles one week and 38 miles the next week. [bang]
Congrats! [thumbsup]
Quote from: imthestig on May 27, 2012, 01:52:59 PM
This was my first rolling thunder for me and my dad and we loved it! Will definitely be back next year. [thumbsup]
Did you all go straight to pentagon , or started some where else?
there were bunch of ducatis .. mostly on fairfax to pentagon run.
Quote from: gwjcat on May 27, 2012, 11:51:57 AM
thanks zoom. I came in @1:54 and I'm really happy with the time considering I couldn't train for 4 weeks due to tight calf/achilles. Next time I'll be wiser and won't make the same mistake of running 25 miles one week and 38 miles the next week. [bang]
I'm doing about a 1/2 veggie limp, but I'll keep moving so I can have a smooth recovery. Do you have any upcoming races?
well...today was a marker of improvement over a year, as I started running just over a year ago. I did my 1st 5K race in 32:58, and I just completed the same race 1 year later in an unofficial time of 24:35 ( according to my Garmin, since I didn't look at the results board and they aren't online yet)...Wahoo to a new PR for both race and fastest recorded pace for myself. Now to work on distance for that kind of pace or something silly like that. Half Marathon training mode coming back on soon!...as far as next race...probably do the Rockville Twilighter 8K and am signed up to do the Rock N Roll Half Marathon in Philly in September....other than that, my "race schedule" is more or less wide open!
Lots this weekend.
- Got my off-road rear spooned on.. then off again. Moved it later on in the day and a bounce on the floor yielded a *thud* - pinhole leak in the tube.
- Removed and refit my off road front. Hadn't thought to check the rim strip the first time and found it needed replacement.
- Performed open heart surgery on the Duc. Removed the horizontal head to chase the messed up spark plug threads. Had it off, fixed the threads and got it mostly reassembled
- Got a ride in too!
Quote from: zooom on May 28, 2012, 08:05:08 AM
other than that, my "race schedule" is more or less wide open!
don't forget the Beach 5K....most challenging depending on how many oyster shooters were consumed the night before ;D
Quote from: zooom on May 28, 2012, 08:05:08 AM
I did my 1st 5K race in 32:58, and I just completed the same race 1 year later in an unofficial time of 24:35
NICE!
Stole fluid from my rear brake to refill my clutch reservoir so I could make it the last three miles home from work. Also, learned an important lesson on how often to check fluid levels.
Quote from: sigix on May 31, 2012, 04:09:27 PM
Stole fluid from my rear brake to refill my clutch reservoir so I could make it the last three miles home from work.
[thumbsup]
(http://somebodystolemytwinkie.files.wordpress.com/2009/10/macgyver.jpg?w=500)
It was yesterday, but I pulled over to help a noobie rider who had wiped out his Monster on the tight left eastbound on Georgetown Pike after Old Dominion Drive.
Bummer for him (no injuries of note, yes?) Kudos to you.
Bloody knee. Very banged up Monster.
Quote from: Cagey on June 10, 2012, 07:02:38 PM
Bloody knee. Very banged up Monster.
I take it that his pants were just regular jeans?...guessing his gear probably wasn't too far off from that set-up as well....
I was going to provide details but then thought he might show up here and not want to share about the incident right away. Suffice it to say, the gear could've been better.
Yesterday - went to the new Casino @Arundel Mills.
Got on a train, then a taxi, then another train, and finally a plane.... ;)
Everyone speaks-a-funny here and traffic looks "normal" [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 12, 2012, 11:51:56 AM
Got on a train, then a taxi, then another train, and finally a plane.... ;)
Everyone speaks-a-funny here and traffic looks "normal" [laugh]
You're in Nevada?!?!
Quote from: tocino on June 13, 2012, 06:54:34 AM
You're in Nevada?!?!
you obviously missed the part about traffic! ;)
(http://www.eahil.net/conferences/palermo_2005/img/massimo.jpg)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 15, 2012, 05:12:36 AM
you obviously missed the part about traffic! ;)
(http://www.eahil.net/conferences/palermo_2005/img/massimo.jpg)
Is that the new Maryland Live! casino? [laugh]
Quote from: Meerkat on June 15, 2012, 05:14:17 AM
Is that the new Maryland Live! casino? [laugh]
you got the casino part right! ;D
Quote from: Meerkat on June 15, 2012, 05:14:17 AM
Is that the new Maryland Live! casino? [laugh]
Wow! Your condo is nicer than I thought! That's Bethesda for ya.
Went to Cars and Coffee in Great Falls this morning with my 6 year old daughter. Saw a Porsche GTR, heaps of Vipers, Cobras, Ferraris, Lotuses etc. My favorite was a rat rod pick-up with welded rebar fender trim and the body "resting" on the pavement (air shocks). It was a great morning!
Saw some SBKs, a 1098R, Diavel and a Panigale S........no Monstros......wassup?
Quote from: rgramjet on June 16, 2012, 08:13:54 AM
Went to Cars and Coffee in Great Falls this morning with my 6 year old daughter. Saw a Porsche GTR, heaps of Vipers, Cobras, Ferraris, Lotuses etc. My favorite was a rat rod pick-up with welded rebar fender trim and the body "resting" on the pavement (air shocks). It was a great morning!
Saw some SBKs, a 1098R, Diavel and a Panigale S........no Monstros......wassup?
At the last minute I decided to stay at home. Usually, I'm there. Love the rat pick up with the NOS can. Never seen ta Panigale there before.
2 oil changes, splashed some bike spirits on both bikes, a couple hour ride, installed a hitch on the acura, AND cleaned the house. WTF?!? I must be possessed!
Quote from: Meerkat on June 16, 2012, 01:22:10 PM
2 oil changes, splashed some bike spirits on both bikes, a couple hour ride, installed a hitch on the acura, AND cleaned the house. WTF?!? I must be possessed!
No kidding. What's wrong with you?
I ended up getting the road bike out and rode around Belvoir for a few hours. Now about to take the pooch out to her favorite field, have a beer while she chases the ball and smoke a stogie.
Did the "Run Amuck" mud run at Quantico. Some big hills.
Quote from: tocino on June 16, 2012, 04:11:11 PM
Did the "Run Amuck" mud run at Quantico. Some big hills.
Who made you do that? I bet you were sceeeered being that far into the wilds of Virginia.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 16, 2012, 04:20:54 PM
Who made you do that? I bet you were sceeeered being that far into the wilds of Virginia.
That's why I was runnin'!
Watched all the Moto 2, Moto GP, and Moto 3 races on public TV with no more than 2 interruptions each for commercials. ;D
Why can't I get the same thing in the US? ???
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 17, 2012, 10:53:29 AM
Watched all the Moto 2, Moto GP, and Moto 3 races on public TV with no more than 2 interruptions each for commercials. ;D
Why can't I get the same thing in the US? ???
Because it's the US.
Quote from: rgramjet on June 16, 2012, 08:13:54 AM
Went to Cars and Coffee in Great Falls this morning with my 6 year old daughter. Saw a Porsche GTR, heaps of Vipers, Cobras, Ferraris, Lotuses etc. My favorite was a rat rod pick-up with welded rebar fender trim and the body "resting" on the pavement (air shocks). It was a great morning!
Saw some SBKs, a 1098R, Diavel and a Panigale S........no Monstros......wassup?
You get a peak under the hood of that Rat rod? Super charged, nitrous short block 8. There is a bad bad engine under that hood.
Quote from: Meerkat on June 16, 2012, 01:22:10 PM
2 oil changes, splashed some bike spirits on both bikes, a couple hour ride, installed a hitch on the acura, AND cleaned the house. WTF?!? I must be possessed!
No kidding!
- I got the KTM ready for the track - oil changes on that thing are a pain in my ass and got the monster running again
I found my toys! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
(http://codeherrings.com/images/acqua/var/carbon_finns_01.jpeg)
Used to, down to 80 ft. A little spear fishing too. Not much since I've been in the US, though.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on June 18, 2012, 11:48:41 AM
Used to, down to 80 ft. A little spear fishing too. Not much since I've been in the US, though.
Nice. I free-dive, but with a tank of air (or nitrox or tri-mix). :P
Quote from: rgramjet on June 16, 2012, 08:13:54 AM
Went to Cars and Coffee in Great Falls this morning with my 6 year old daughter. Saw a Porsche GTR, heaps of Vipers, Cobras, Ferraris, Lotuses etc. My favorite was a rat rod pick-up with welded rebar fender trim and the body "resting" on the pavement (air shocks). It was a great morning!
Saw some SBKs, a 1098R, Diavel and a Panigale S........no Monstros......wassup?
BAD guys are headed out July 21st for those looking to make a trip back to C&C.
Might be there again with my daughter! She loved it!
When might you go Rog? It's a spectacle and linking up would be a good excuse to get up early.
On the doing side - wired up an external mic on the KTM for the GoPro... yeah my inner A/V nerd is now coming out and battling with the other nerd factions of my being.
Thinking this Saturday.....around 7:30-8ish.
Gave my last final at NVCC(NOVA)... Now big decision , which 4year uni to transfer to ... ???
In state? Or anything?
What course of study?
I am debating between umd or gmu... major in Information system and assurance.. financially gmu sounds better, TA and GI BILL will cover all the school expense . UMD i would have to pay out of state .. but heard its a better university compared to gmu..
Picked up the Monster from Speeds today. ;D ;D
Starting problem turned out to be a crank sensor
Quote from: 99Zulu on June 22, 2012, 11:12:22 AM
I am debating between umd or gmu... major in Information system and assurance.. financially gmu sounds better, TA and GI BILL will cover all the school expense . UMD i would have to pay out of state .. but heard its a better university compared to gmu..
My brother works in this field and it pays very well. I think he has a bunch of certifications, ie Cisco, yadda yadda. If he had a security clearance, hw would really clean up. Good luck on selecting a 4 year school!
Quote from: 99Zulu on June 22, 2012, 11:12:22 AM
UMD i would have to pay out of state .. but heard its a better university compared to gmu..
Can you move to MD? I believe after a year you get in-state tuition.
I graduated in CS from UMD-College Park. Pretty good and well known for CS & Engineering. Google and others visit regularly and job fairs help with placement. No problem getting a job afterwards.
Don't know much about GMU, but iIf you know you'll get a job with the Mil once you finish, going to UMD shouldn't matter as much.
rode to and from the Jersey shore (from Baltimore). Pretty decent ride ~500m, but I dropped my EZ pass and couldn't locate it. Whoops.
Also just ordered a replacement to the center tank plastics (faded on my m696) carbon fiber & some tools for under the seat, tire repair kit & portable air filler.
Posted here ;D
Quote from: BerettaMato on June 25, 2012, 05:58:52 PM
Posted here ;D
Lame! What'd I say about traditional CAM public shamings?
I, unfortunately, sent someone to the hospital for stitches. He over chased an attacking player during Rugby 7s practice and smashed his soft upper cheek into my hard hard head. If they do him up tight I'd say it's 8 stitches and a massive black eye
OK posted here, worked on my Duc and went for a nice short ride. Now watching Old Top Gear episodes. They never get old do they.
Quote from: BerettaMato on June 25, 2012, 06:16:49 PM
OK posted here, .....
I noticed you posted a very nice AR in the Misc. For Sale thread...there are a couple of locals whom might be interested in that as well...
Took a Bowie-tiful ride! Only troubled by traffic once. Other than that, I had a great time working on throttle control. 3rd gear and no brakes except for the stop signs/lights.
Who would think interviews could be so mentally draining. I finished two interviews today and the second one was no joke. At the end of the second one, the hiring manager said that I would receive a call from his technical expert. I thought holy shyte, because the hiring manager was no technical slouch himself.
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: gwjcat on June 29, 2012, 03:55:47 PM
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
[thumbsup]
Quote from: gwjcat on June 29, 2012, 03:55:47 PM
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
[beer] [beer] [beer]
Quote from: gwjcat on June 29, 2012, 03:55:47 PM
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
Very cool! Congrats!
Quote from: gwjcat on June 29, 2012, 03:55:47 PM
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
Congrats!!!
Drove through the disaster that is NW DC. Lots of trees down, crushing a lot of very nice cars. Really sad to see so many old ones down!
Quote from: gwjcat on June 29, 2012, 03:55:47 PM
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
Congrats !!!
worked a hard day and grilled a perfect steak with some local beer. Over all to shabby.
Lars learned that he should check his oil a bit more frequently today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2012, 10:40:54 AM
Lars learned that he should check his oil a bit more frequently today.
Ruh roh Shaggy!
Oh dear. Nothing dire I hope.
Quote from: gwjcat on June 29, 2012, 03:55:47 PM
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
[drink] or [wine]
Quote from: Slide Panda on July 01, 2012, 01:46:36 PM
Oh dear. Nothing dire I hope.
No, just the second time that I've pointed down to the oil sight tube on his SM and shown him that it was empty.
Bought $61 worth of gas for my generator!
Quote from: rgramjet on July 01, 2012, 03:12:05 PM
Bought $61 worth of gas for my generator!
God hates MoCo.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2012, 04:59:16 PM
God hates MoCo.
Tell me about it. I rode back from Baltimore Friday night during the back end of the storm and couldn't believe it. It looked like 100 trees had been thrown in a chipper and blown all over. Then another 50 were just disassembled into various larger pieces and strew about. I would've been more cautious about what I was riding over but I couldn't see much with all the lights out, and didn't care - just wanted to get home and into dry clothes.
I got lucky and still have power but a couple of blocks in each direction they weren't so lucky.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2012, 02:04:24 PM
No, just the second time that I've pointed down to the oil sight tube on his SM and shown him that it was empty.
On the side stand, it'll be empty like the ducs. But I'm assuming you guys held the bike neutral....
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2012, 04:59:16 PM
God hates MoCo.
Pepco hates Monkey County too. You're screwed.
Quote from: Slide Panda on July 02, 2012, 08:21:18 AM
On the side stand, it'll be empty like the ducs. But I'm assuming you guys held the bike neutral....
Except the oil tube is on the kickstand/lower side of the bike...so you should be able to see oil in it on the stand... ;D
It's on the left of that bike.... oh deary dear
Roger and I celebrated the 4th in true redneck fashion, with lots of shooting.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 04, 2012, 03:17:10 PM
Roger and I celebrated the 4th in true redneck fashion, with lots of shooting.
And I worked on my Harley! ;D
And I ate like a pig! ;D
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/8103_4238397116348_1806681362_n.jpg)
For whatever reason...though it is probably very tasty, ^^^^^ it doesn't look good at all. Sorry :P
Looks like melted rainbow sherbet ;D
After looking for a while it seems to be a giant baked something - Mex maybe?
Like Randy, it doesn't look good. Probably tasted awsome.. but looks a bit ew.
And you sir, are looking trim! Can't be on a diet with a plate of food like that though....
It kinda looks like a giant green filled canolli with prosciutto "flowers" on the side...stay tuned for the next episode of Bizarre Foods!
It's called Pizza Cannolo, a regular pizza wrapped around its condiments. Cheese, ham (prosciutto cotto) and mushrooms inside with a slice of tomato on top, and garnished with prosciutto crudo, thick balsamic vinegar and some greens at each end.
I put half in the fridge last night when I returned home and today it still tastes great! [drool] ;D
Ug, power is back on but fridge compressor is not coming on. I cleaned the coils, reset it and still nothing. A new mom board is a couple hundred for the parts. A new inverter is about $600. Plus labor.
GE Monogram sucks.
Oh yeah - Pepe you'll probably just want to drag a trash bag to your fridge and purge it when you get home if you've got signs that your power went out. Not sure about your section of MD - but as noted from Rog power's been out for some folks 6 days now.
My ex's is still out (at the house I am still paying for). Mine never blinked.
Karma can be a pregnant dog sometimes
Quote from: Slide Panda on July 05, 2012, 10:28:55 AM
Oh yeah - Pepe you'll probably just want to drag a trash bag to your fridge and purge it when you get home if you've got signs that your power went out. Not sure about your section of MD - but as noted from Rog power's been out for some folks 6 days now.
My building never lost power. 8)
Rehydrated after boiling in my own sweat yesterday at the Hagerstown Speedway with Randy & Steve...Good Racing!
Had to buy a bunch more ammo.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 08, 2012, 02:21:30 PM
Had to buy a bunch more ammo.
Always a good investment. 62gr lake city and fed is getting scarce AGAIN for the second time this year. Those 420rd cans are super convenient.
Bought a thousand rds of it for about $350.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/photo-1.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 08, 2012, 05:25:09 PM
Bought a thousand rds of it for about $350.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/photo-1.jpg)
Not that I need another toy, but where is that range?
Manassas. Those lanes are just a taste of it.
Planes, Trains & Automobiles.
And now I'm back home. ;D
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 13, 2012, 02:59:22 AM
Planes, Trains & Automobiles.
And now I'm back home. ;D
did you sleep with your hands between "two pillows" ???
[puke]
Quote from: zooom on July 13, 2012, 04:05:24 AM
did you sleep with your hands between "two pillows" ???
no, with "Another couple of balls, and an extra set of fingers"... [cheeky] [laugh] [laugh]
Bring me a bucket...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0012-2.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0009-3.jpg)
With flash for detail
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0011-3.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0010-2.jpg)
Oooooh niiiiiiiiiiiiiiice!!! :o
very very nice drkwng . . . now I know what not to show the wife . . .
Pimpy!
That bathroom is looking sweet Ben....all it needs is some strippers and porn stars
Female ones!
Took Bianca to get inspected. Got a little wet, but all is well. Next stop the MVA to donate some more cash... ;) ;D [laugh]
Bit more work in the bathroom.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0014-3.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0016-3.jpg)
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Turned 37...dammit another year older, but another day closer to retirement. Too bad I still act like I am 22
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 23, 2012, 07:39:38 PM
Turned 37...dammit another year older, but another day closer to retirement. Too bad I still act like I am 22
congrats and who told you, you have to act your age?
I drove my buddy's suburu STI. That was quite an experience.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 23, 2012, 07:39:38 PM
Turned 37...dammit another year older, but another day closer to retirement. Too bad I still act like I am 22
Happy belated birthday!!
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 23, 2012, 07:39:38 PM
Turned 37...dammit another year older, but another day closer to retirement. Too bad I still act like I am 22
Happy Burfday!!!
+1 on da burfus day wishes belated...
I got my big four O coming in September!
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 23, 2012, 07:39:38 PM
Turned 37 17...dammit another year older, but another day closer to retirement. Too bad I still act like I am 22 12
Fixed that for you, you can thank me later! ;) [laugh]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 23, 2012, 07:40:24 PM
congrats and who told you, you have to act your age?
+1 on this - and Happy Birthday!
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0021-1.jpg)
^^^^friggin pimptastic!!!
I got my casts off today....start OT tomorrow. Gotta be ready for the Summit Point WERA race in September.
Congrats to both of you! [thumbsup]
Went by the MVA today to deposit a donation and was rewarded with some painted metal plates... ;D
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 25, 2012, 07:36:22 PM
I got my casts off today....start OT tomorrow.
Good deal! Congrats.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 25, 2012, 07:36:22 PM
^^^^friggin pimptastic!!!
I got my casts off today....start OT tomorrow. Gotta be ready for the Summit Point WERA race in September.
Wow! That was fast. Congrats!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 25, 2012, 08:19:05 PM
Congrats to both of you! [thumbsup]
Went by the MVA today to deposit a donation and was rewarded with some painted metal plates... ;D
Congrats to you, Sir! I can't wait to ride this beast!
DRKWNG
That bathroom is beautiful.
Great job [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 25, 2012, 07:36:22 PM
I got my casts off today....start OT tomorrow. Gotta be ready for the Summit Point WERA race in September.
Awesome!
Bought a townhouse in the Navy Yard with a small garage. Finally more room to stretch out. I'll be moving in mid-August.
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 26, 2012, 07:18:24 AM
Bought a townhouse in the Navy Yard with a small garage. Finally more room to stretch out. I'll be moving in mid-August.
CONGRATS!!!
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 26, 2012, 07:18:24 AM
Bought a townhouse in the Navy Yard with a small garage. Finally more room to stretch out. I'll be moving in mid-August.
congrats . . a new house is always something to celebrate . ..
Thanks [thumbsup] Can't wait. Moving and renting condos out sucks, but hopefully it will be over soon.
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 26, 2012, 08:45:20 AM
Thanks [thumbsup] Can't wait. Moving and renting condos out sucks, but hopefully it will be over soon.
Congrats. Let me know if you need help moving you shit
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 26, 2012, 07:18:24 AM
Bought a townhouse in the Navy Yard with a small garage. Finally more room to stretch out. I'll be moving in mid-August.
Yeah let the gang here know...we may be able to help move you in as long as we have ample time to plan. Booze, food and women help attract us :P...
Thanks a lot for the offer guys. My biggest priority is renting out my condo before closing so I don't lose cash after moving out. If I can do that, then I can afford to get movers, lol.
If you know anyone looking for a modern one bedroom in Mt Vernon Triangle (4th and I NW) let me know.
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 26, 2012, 05:15:00 PM
If you know anyone looking for a modern one bedroom in Mt Vernon Triangle (4th and I NW) let me know.
And it comes with one of the best neighbors in DC! Me...
Congrats on the new place!
Quote from: gwjcat on June 29, 2012, 03:55:47 PM
Just received an employment offer letter after job searching for ~6 months. ;D ;D ;D
Congrats! Hope it is what you are looking for.
Talked to a guy in Oregon about this great bike.
http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?254486-For-Sale-2000-Aprilia-RS250-Cup-Bike (http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?254486-For-Sale-2000-Aprilia-RS250-Cup-Bike)
I see WERA Lightweight Solo, Clubman, 250GP, D superbike classes.
^ Nosir, that doesn't look fun at all.
nah, no fun at all ! ! !
Quote from: Meerkat on July 26, 2012, 05:49:56 PM
And it comes with one of the best neighbors in DC! Me...
Way to scare away potential buyers Jim!
;D
Quote from: 696DCRider on July 26, 2012, 07:18:24 AM
Bought a townhouse in the Navy Yard with a small garage. Finally more room to stretch out. I'll be moving in mid-August.
[thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 26, 2012, 08:12:03 PM
Talked to a guy in Oregon about this great bike.
http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?254486-For-Sale-2000-Aprilia-RS250-Cup-Bike (http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?254486-For-Sale-2000-Aprilia-RS250-Cup-Bike)
I see WERA Lightweight Solo, Clubman, 250GP, D superbike classes.
Friend of mine had the street version back in Italy, silly flickable! He loved to shame 600 and liter bikes on the curvy Sicilian roads! [evil]
went to Cars & Coffee with a couple of the BAD riders Was nice to run into a fellow CAMER as well
I started a motorcycle.
Commando heat cycle (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Na9Uc439G58#)
Quote from: tocino on July 29, 2012, 02:48:36 PM
I started a motorcycle.
Commando heat cycle (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Na9Uc439G58#)
...with run-in oil even! ;D
Quote from: Meerkat on July 29, 2012, 03:53:59 PM
...with run-in oil even! ;D
It's British - which makes it "Running-in oil". Quite.
Quote from: tocino on July 29, 2012, 02:48:36 PM
I started a motorcycle.
Nice! Did you take it for a ride? Looks ready to pass inspection, if it even needs to... ???
Just did 5 or so heat cycles in the garage so far (def. got my share of fumes yesterday - I need a bigger fan!). I'll ride it up and down the block a few times and check the oil for metal bits before I venture out.
I can get an vintage plate in MD and skip the inspection. Although bringing it in and seeing the testers face when he sees it shifts on the right might be fun. Plus I'd probably have to (kick) start it for him. :)
Is that Norton yours Steve??? Swwwweeeeet bike...I'd love to take it for a spin
Quote from: venomousr1993 on July 30, 2012, 11:21:00 AM
Is that Norton yours Steve??? Swwwweeeeet bike...I'd love to take it for a spin
Sure! Just not in the carousel at Shenny! (too soon?)
Quote from: tocino on July 30, 2012, 11:36:35 AM
Sure! Just not in the carousel at Shenny! (too soon?)
Not for the peanut gallery! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Tested the water flow in the new shower.
:o :o DAMN!! :o :o
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 30, 2012, 02:19:46 PM
Tested the water flow in the new shower.
:o :o DAMN!! :o :o
As long as it goes down the drain and doesn't flood the kitchen again...
When I moved into my place, I moved into a 2 shower place...the first 3 leaked [bang] and the current ones are holding their own [thumbsup]. Just about $80k in damage between ruining my hardwood floors twice, the neighbors once and flooding the building lobby once. This would be why it's important to have a warranty on a new building. ;D
I called several local shops for a quote to change my front tire. Kinda shocking to hear $60 for such a simple job, especially since I'm purchasing it from them. I'd rather support local businesses but $60 seems a bit too much.
Ahem act now
"That's right folks! starting today until the end of July we are running a tire mount and balance bananza!!!
Off the bike:
tubeless rims- $10 each
tube + rims- $15 each
(labor only)
On the bike:
$80 and that includes parts, labor, shop supplies (sport bikes only)
call us @ (571) 216-8477 or come by the shop, no appointments needed 4394-G Henninger Court, Chantilly VA 20151
Cheers!
Constantine"
Quote from: Slide Panda on July 30, 2012, 05:38:31 PM
Ahem act now
"That's right folks! starting today until the end of July we are running a tire mount and balance bananza!!!
Off the bike:
tubeless rims- $10 each
tube + rims- $15 each
(labor only)
On the bike:
$80 and that includes parts, labor, shop supplies (sport bikes only)
call us @ (571) 216-8477 or come by the shop, no appointments needed 4394-G Henninger Court, Chantilly VA 20151
Cheers!
Constantine"
I appreciate it. Man, for the price difference, I could purchase a front stand, remove the tire and still come out even with the on bike price. I knew I should have purchased a front stand when I saw them on craigslist.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 30, 2012, 02:19:46 PM
Tested the water flow in the new shower.
:o :o DAMN!! :o :o
Seinfeld-The Shower Head (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMITcQUe-9M#)
Quote from: tocino on July 30, 2012, 07:10:57 PM
Seinfeld-The Shower Head (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMITcQUe-9M#)
I see your shower scene and raise you some hosing off!!!
Firehose (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXc5ltzKq3Y#)
went and had crabs at Cantlers in Annapolis after picking up the munchkin from summer camp....picked up dinner from Austin's Louisiana joint before picking up the munchkin!!!
It was good to hear that you had stopped by! Let me know what you thought of our place.
I just missed you. Carly(the girl at the counter) told me that "my friend with the last name Zooom had just stopped by". I got a good laugh from that. Thanks for giving us a try!
I had lots 'o fun at an indoor gun range - my first time ever. I tried a 9mm Glock, Taurus & a Snake Slayer. I thought the Taurus was the most comfortable and the SS/w shotgun shells had insane recoil.
Which range did you go to?
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 18, 2012, 06:07:43 PM
Which range did you go to?
http://www.ontarget.biz/ (http://www.ontarget.biz/)
I def need more practice but I did manage to hit the target. I never felt totally comfortable with the recoil - probably anticipating it too much.
Quote from: gwjcat on August 18, 2012, 06:22:53 PM
http://www.ontarget.biz/ (http://www.ontarget.biz/)
I def need more practice but I did manage to hit the target. I never felt totally comfortable with the recoil - probably anticipating it too much.
I go to that range a lot. It is about 5 mins from my house.
Next time you go to that range you should have lunch at my resturant. We are 3 miles away from there on the corner of 174 and 170. ;D
Quote from: ducrider45 on August 19, 2012, 02:14:23 PM
Next time you go to that range you should have lunch at my resturant. We are 3 miles away from there on the corner of 174 and 170. ;D
Nope. No shameless plug there.
;D
Quote from: ducrider45 on August 19, 2012, 02:14:23 PM
I go to that range a lot. It is about 5 mins from my house.
Next time you go to that range you should have lunch at my resturant. We are 3 miles away from there on the corner of 174 and 170. ;D
I can't resist a good Po' boy. ;D
Quote from: ducrider45 on August 19, 2012, 02:14:23 PM
I go to that range a lot. It is about 5 mins from my house.
Next time you go to that range you should have lunch at my resturant. We are 3 miles away from there on the corner of 174 and 170. ;D
I remember when you posted that on MD Shooters, but I can't bring myself to go that far into the PRM [laugh]
Just got home from Indy. Those Speedway guys know how to run an operation. Racing was good (no spoliers here) Saw Gene and Donnie there, but that's all from this area that I bumped into. If you like motorcycles (and I know you do!) you should go. 3 straight days of nothing but.
Oh, saw some Rossi guy at the Indy Mile checking out the flat trackers. It was one of those things where you go to check out the bikes after the race and there's a dude standing in front of you taking a cell phone pic of the bike while other people take a cell phone pic of him and then you realize, oh, it's that MotoGP guy :). You could tell by the way he was talking to his buds that he just thought the XR750s were just super cool. Was all polite and asked Kenny Coolbeth if he could sit on it. Don't know how he lives with people constantly jamming cameras in his face and calling his name.
Quote from: tocino on August 20, 2012, 07:12:49 PM
Oh, saw some Rossi guy at the Indy Mile checking out the flat trackers. Don't know how he lives with people constantly jamming cameras in his face and calling his name.
We ran into him in 2008 in Indy at (of all places) Buca de Beppo - my roommate saw him going into the men's room and 5 of us stood outside the men's room waiting for him. Then we were all so surprised we practically jumped him when he came out! He was very calm about the whole thing.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 19, 2012, 02:27:19 PM
Nope. No shameless plug there.
;D
Who? me? Never. ;D [laugh]
BTW, Im going shooting right now.
Quote from: ducrider45 on August 21, 2012, 10:30:41 AM
BTW, Im going shooting right now.
Why are you going into PG county?
Washed the S2R on the way home from work. [bang]
http://s674.photobucket.com/albums/vv108/ducrider45/?action=view¤t=IMG_0073.mp4
This was me shooting a .50 BMG for the first time. I just checked off another bucket list item!
They gots a little snap, no? ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 25, 2012, 02:15:19 PM
They gots a little snap, no? ;D
It was not that bad. ;D Did you see the way it pushed me? I think that a 12 ga 3" magnum slug is much worse. [evil] I see some pumpkins getting destroyed in the fall [evil] It was only a small squash this time. ;D
Picked up a shorter throw throttle tube for the daytona from Chesapeake Cycles and flogged the daytona through the bowie run's red, white, & blue slalom (postal vehicles) and yellow chicanes (school buses). [Dolph] [evil]
Worked up a sweat trying to bump start my sons kx60.......i gots nothin! Yes it has gas and no it has no teeth left on the kick start......He was tooling around on the xr70.
Any two stroke gurus in da house?
Does the carb flow? Do you have a spark at the plug? That ought to be pretty much it.... :-\
Per Pepe's q: try swapping in a new plug. I'll bet the one you have is fouled.
Quote from: Meerkat on August 31, 2012, 01:06:23 PM
Picked up a shorter throw throttle tube for the daytona from Chesapeake Cycles and flogged the daytona through the bowie run's red, white, & blue slalom (postal vehicles) and yellow chicanes (school buses). [Dolph] [evil]
[leo] [leo] [leo] [leo] [leo] [leo]
Took the dog on an eight mile hike through Prince William Forrest Park.
New plug, in. Bike starts and runs like a scalded cat!
Quote from: rgramjet on September 01, 2012, 09:39:41 PM
New plug, in. Bike starts and runs like a scalded cat!
[thumbsup]
Rode too close to Lars and the Daytona tried to kill me...something about the shifter falling off the rear set...not good. But that damn KTM tool kit is awesome! [thumbsup] Had everything I needed to fix in on the side of the road...including a mouse nest under Lars' seat. Good day over all! [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph]
Hmm remind me not to pass you at the next track day I'd you're that attracted to KTMs
For the doing - help frank fetch his new track spatula
Quote from: Meerkat on September 02, 2012, 02:57:38 PM
Rode too close to Lars and the Daytona tried to kill me...something about the shifter falling off the rear set...not good. But that damn KTM tool kit is awesome! [thumbsup] Had everything I needed to fix in on the side of the road...including a mouse nest under Lars' seat. Good day over all! [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph]
No invite??
I got new race tires for the Kawasaki and the WERA race at BeaveRun next weekend. Installed a Motion Pro quick throttle, got rid of the Brembo Master cylinder for a Kawasaki Nissin radial master, new galfer SS lines, and Nissin radial calipers so I can run superstock legally. I think I'll put the Brembo master cylinder on the Aprilia for now.
Quote from: rgramjet on September 01, 2012, 09:39:41 PM
New plug, in. Bike starts and runs like a scalded cat!
When did you see a burning cat? I have seen many run from the locals in Thailand in fear of being someone's next dinner
Hit the road with Lars again for day 3 of the no rain hat trick labor day weekend! Lots of fun roads, lunch at Stoney's in Solomon's Island, and not a single drop of rain. [Dolph] [Dolph]
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy2.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 07, 2012, 04:08:29 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy2.jpg)
YUM!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where dat?
MFI. Took it out for a spin to see what it was like. Ran it around PWC for a while, and then opened it up on Joplin.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 07, 2012, 04:40:32 PM
MFI. Took it out for a spin to see what it was like. Ran it around PWC for a while, and then opened it up on Joplin.
Aaaaaaaand??? Don't be shy! [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 07, 2012, 07:51:02 PM
It was... Comfy. The ergos were nice, and it didn't exhibit much of the legacy KTM FI trait of being all herky jerky. But with its smoothness came a sense of... meh. It had lots of power, but did nothing to really light the fire so to speak.
I think I might go to BobsBMW to look at the SMT they have today.....I am calling it Dolci's fault!
Quote from: zooom on September 08, 2012, 06:07:02 AM
I think I might go to BobsBMW to look at the SMT they have today.....I am calling it Dolci's fault!
They've got an SMT and a pair of Adventures down here.
well, we'll see what pans out...went to the bank 1st to get some logistics in order 1st and am awaiting hearing back....as I don't want to go to the restaraunt if I can't buy dinner...know what I mean?
Dinner is good.
And on a lighter note, I'll leave this here:
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy3.jpg)
Test rode the R6 on the most boring demo day ever. That compared to the trumpet...I made the right decision.
And the FZ8 is only good for filling garbage cans!
Should have filled out one of those forms and ridden the Ape.
Jim found a new road today.
Ben found a new home away from home:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/2012-09-09_15-48-11_220.jpg)
Quote from: Meerkat on September 09, 2012, 05:45:48 PM
Ben found a new home away from home:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/2012-09-09_15-48-11_220.jpg)
Don't act like you weren't there, or didn't enjoy playing.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy4.jpg)
We should have taken a picture of the curve that ran by that lot...unreal!
Still wasn't as nice as that one that looked like a wrinkly ribbon.
The 250 out there on highland turnpike is a great road. Who else was on the ride? Any [leo] sightings?
Just Jim and myself. Weren't too many brothers in blue out at all. Saw one local sheriff that gave us the stink eye in Monterery, but that was about it. Well, other than the obligatory few that are always on 66.
Nice! Did you out-n-back? Or loop it with 33? Been down there a few years ago but spent the night in Harrisonburg. Wondering how long of a day it is.
It was LONG! 407 miles from door to door for me.
This is the loop we took, starting off in Centreville.
http://goo.gl/maps/EKFWk (http://goo.gl/maps/EKFWk)
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 10, 2012, 07:45:04 AM
It was LONG! 407 miles from door to door for me.
This is what happens when one rides instead of shooting the shit... But holy shit that was fun. Ben almost redeemed himself after dragging me to the yamaha demo truck where I sat on that failure known as the FZ8.
That's the loop I've been wanting to do but figured it would be too long for daylight. Glad you proved it can be done. Once I trust my new bike...
I've got an addition to that loop that I'd like to try, and it will probably add another 75 miles or so. I think it would be doable in a single day, but in the midst of the summer, when the days are at their longest.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 10, 2012, 09:20:54 AM
I've got an addition to that loop that I'd like to try, and it will probably add another 75 miles or so. I think it would be doable in a single day, but in the midst of the summer, when the days are at their longest.
Or maybe, just maybe, show up and depart at the appointed hour... ;D
Did the Norton rally this weekend. It was at Seneca Rocks at a campground called Yokums (spelled something like that).
The roads around there are awesome and not a lot of traffic (at least in Sept). I think I was just north of that loop you posted Ben. I say next year do a weekend thing - a bunch of us ride out there, ride around, get a hotel, get up, ride around, ride back.
Yep, we were really close to Seneca Rocks. Would have swung up to see you if we had known you were there.
And I forgot to mention - drove *under* a semi on Friday. Some idjit decided to take his 18 wheeler on a super tight road with a "No trucks" sign and got stuck in a downhill switchback, blocking the whole thing. Luckily by hugging the gas tank it was possible to sneak underneath thanks to the road dropping away. Cop on the other sire though it was hilarious.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 10, 2012, 12:06:33 PM
Yep, we were really close to Seneca Rocks. Would have swung up to see you if we had known you were there.
Were you there yesterday (Sunday)? Would've missed me I'll guess - I hit the road for home around 10am. Lemme know when you're heading that way again.
Finally got around to taking some pics of the "after"..... I'll let you guys guess what happened. ;)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/oops_01.jpeg)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/oops_02.jpeg)
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/ducati/speciale/oops_03.jpeg)
BTW, I'm OK. And a big thank you to the DC PoPo for the zip ties and general helpfulness!
Bird strike? of course, it looks like Bianca has hip dysplasia or worse.
Quote from: tocino on September 10, 2012, 03:41:31 PM
Were you there yesterday (Sunday)? Would've missed me I'll guess - I hit the road for home around 10am. Lemme know when you're heading that way again.
Yep, we sure were. And we might be heading back next Sunday. :D
Oh dear - what's the butchers bill Massimo?
Today I wrestled a street tire off a rim with only hand tools... jebus that's a chore. And found that instead of rim strips the PO had used duct tape to cover over the spoke nipples. Which I now get to clean off as part of the making it tubeless. It'll be worth it in the end, but more effort than I'd hoped for now.
Went to install new bushings on my forks and found that motorcycle-superstore has the wrong info and the bushings were too small a diameter. And irritated that one fork is making a lot of spring rubbing noise for some reason I can't figure.
And stuck some sticker on - tried my hand at the wet method for the first time. Went quite well.
Broken headlight, front brake pee cup and left mirror. Some rash on the top triple and bent the subframe cover. Some bruises and rash on me and my gear, that's pretty much it.
Grabbed too much front brake in a panic situation. [bang] [bang] [bang]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on September 10, 2012, 07:50:52 PM
Broken headlight, front brake pee cup and left mirror. Some rash on the top triple and bent the subframe cover. Some bruises and rash on me and my gear, that's pretty much it.
Grabbed too much front brake in a panic situation. [bang] [bang] [bang]
that sucks Mass...I guess you did the Flying Eye-talian Acrobatic Stoppie manuever also know as FEASie....the looks not too bad all things considered...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on September 10, 2012, 07:50:52 PM
Grabbed too much front brake in a panic situation. [bang] [bang] [bang]
Words of advice: Don't do that again.
Glad to hear your OK except for your pride. So what exactly are the zipties holding together? It looks like they're holding the tank on, but not tightened sufficiently to do so effectively.
Quote from: Meerkat on September 11, 2012, 07:16:12 AM
Words of advice: Don't do that again.
No F***ing S**t! [bang]
Zipties held the tank enough to get back home, it jumped out of its mounts when the bike flipped.
Fortunately this all happened at low speed, Bianca had a pretty soft landing (on me), and I'm OK. [thumbsup]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on September 11, 2012, 08:46:42 AM
No F***ing S**t! [bang]
Zipties held the tank enough to get back home, it jumped out of its mounts when the bike flipped.
Fortunately this all happened at low speed, Bianca had a pretty soft landing (on me), and I'm OK. [thumbsup]
Wait - flipped? You endo'd her? Youch
I was wondering how you got rash on the top triple - that explains that.
I just had a brilliant thought:
Pepe, you should track that pregnant dog while she's already damaged! [evil] No need to worry about going down at this point unless you're gonna do it as well as Frank did.
Damn. Flipped? Glad you're OK.
Just got an email from a friend who's young coworker who'd just gotten into riding had a car turn left in front of him earlier this week, with the worst of all possible results.
So everyone be safe!
Quote from: tocino on September 11, 2012, 11:35:08 AM
Just got an email from a friend who's young coworker who'd just gotten into riding had a car turn left in front of him earlier this week, with the worst of all possible results.
Was that the fellow on the SV in Germantown? - RIP
http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/220748/158/Michael-George-Balcom-of-Germantown-Md-killed-in-motorcycle-accident (http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/220748/158/Michael-George-Balcom-of-Germantown-Md-killed-in-motorcycle-accident)
Just got back from taking the pup on a seven mile cycle to Burke Lake and back. Time for a saison on the patio while enjoying the rest of the afternoon.
Just finished brunch in Luray at this place:
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/2012-09-16_10-51-26_907.jpg)
pinkies out??
MANY miles.
Dar har har har
Quote from: venomousr1993 on September 16, 2012, 02:30:12 PM
pinkies out??
You know it. Be sure to ask Ben about his new girlfriend....
Dealing with my Cornerspin hangover. Pretty good group lead to some 'fast' work - which makes a fall hurt a bit more. But the skill level and well mannered group lead to some hard core play time. Running 10 or so bikes on the flat track at a go with the occasional instructor duels
One of the instructors, Jamie who lost that round
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/i-TpbBf79/0/X2/i-TpbBf79-X2.png)
- Yes that is a tire tread mark running from hip to shoulder. Donated by Jean, one of the other instructors.
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 11, 2012, 08:49:44 AM
Wait - flipped? You endo'd her? Youch
I was wondering how you got rash on the top triple - that explains that.
double drat!
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 17, 2012, 06:15:50 AM
Dealing with my Cornerspin hangover. Pretty good group lead to some 'fast' work - which makes a fall hurt a bit more. But the skill level and well mannered group lead to some hard core play time. Running 10 or so bikes on the flat track at a go with the occasional instructor duels
One of the instructors, Jamie who lost that round
(http://yuu.smugmug.com/photos/i-TpbBf79/0/X2/i-TpbBf79-X2.png)
- Yes that is a tire tread mark running from hip to shoulder. Donated by Jean, one of the other instructors.
I remember Jean...he is quiet and ruthless....
Quote from: zooom on September 18, 2012, 04:12:25 AM
I remember Jean...he is quiet and ruthless....
Indeed
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 18, 2012, 05:39:06 AM
Indeed
fun was watching Mike(Dylan), Jean, Aaron, and Phillip go at it on the flat track after the blue groove was set in on it....exhibition to show us how it was done...Jean was on his blueprinted and custom TTR150, Aaron was on his XR100 with the YZ85 front end, Phillip was on his DRZ125 with minimal mods, and Mike was on his tricked out ( pre methanol monster) DRZ150...
Aaron is cheating these days on a 150... I think it was more about the e-start than the bigger CCs
At points we were all mixing it up on the flat track... some more than others of course. I found myself in the middle of an instructor sammich entering a turn. I heard 'em coming, took a peak back and just held my line. Got outside and inside passed at the same time.
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 18, 2012, 07:24:20 AM
I found myself in the middle of an instructor sammich entering a turn.
Something like this?
(http://www.kyokushincalgary.ca/content/img/reports/2009/mcfr_09/mcfr_09_03.jpg)
At first he was like
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/DSC_0248_zps4e73cd21.jpg)
Then there was some (sure looks like spilled diesel to me)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photo_zps1fb26a4b.jpg)
Then he was like
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/DSC_0262_zpsd9c9d137.jpg)
Oh no. Hope it wasn't serious. Too soon to ask how is the bike?
Quote from: JoeP on September 23, 2012, 04:41:03 PM
Oh no. Hope it wasn't serious. Too soon to ask how is the bike?
Ankle and knee are a bit swollen and his knees used to have a bit more skin. He says he's heading to medical first thing tomorrow morning. My diagnosis is a sprained ankle and knee.
That bike crashes incredibly well. Gonna have to get a new frame slider puck, a new shifter lever and peg on the vortex rearsets. Some paint on the lower fairing eventually as well....oh, and an excavator to get rid of all the dirt piled up in the lower.
Awww man. Hope it's all minor and you heal up quickly.
Randy - how's the ankle?
(and thanks again for the psychedelic earplugs!)
Hope all is well! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Meerkat on September 23, 2012, 04:47:58 PM
....oh, and an excavator to get rid of all the dirt piled up in the lower.
I can take care of that with a few creek crossings! [laugh]
(http://www.sportbikes.net/forums/attachments/pictures/132519d1186432749-motivation-motorcycle-pics-adventure1.jpg)
While I haven't forged a creek with the Daytona, I have done gravel, mud, grass, and horse shit. Fun times!
I found an excuse to buy more tools... I found this out because my compressor is too wimp to seat the bead on a 160 tire. Lucky for me, franks just just barely up to the task and I got the tires mount on my now TUBELESS spokers for the Katooom. More than a pound of each wheel for my efforts.
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 24, 2012, 09:26:36 AM
I found an excuse to buy more tools... I found this out because my compressor is too wimp to seat the bead on a 160 tire. Lucky for me, franks just just barely up to the task and I got the tires mount on my now TUBELESS spokers for the Katooom. More than a pound of each wheel for my efforts.
You should'a broke it so i can get a shiney new one ;)
It's already half broke - with all those wires hanging out... and stay tuned tool collectors. A light duty compressor might be coming up in a few weeks, looking for a new home.
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 25, 2012, 06:45:14 PM
It's already half broke - with all those wires hanging out... and stay tuned tool collectors. A light duty compressor might be coming up in a few weeks, looking for a new home.
Does it leak diesel?
Air compressor. No slippery diesel needed
Finally did the maths for my KTM wheel project to date: These numbers are from 17" wheels on a 690 (160 rear)
Totals so far are:
Front Wheel: -19.85 Oz.
Rear Wheel: -22.9 Oz.
Swapping from a 'Stealth' sprocket to an all AL one
Totals so far are:
Front Wheel Assembly: -19.85 Oz.
Rear Wheel Assembly: -36.6 Oz.
With tires - Previous Pirelli Diablo 2, new Dunlop Q2 same sizes
Front wheel w/ tire: -11.25 Oz
Rear wheel w/tire: -46.5 Oz
Got a lighter front rotor on back order, so we'll see what the real totals are if it ever arrives
So .... what are the numbers for the rider? [evil] [cheeky] [laugh]
Har har... those are dropping too. Though that's more unintentional than planned. Busy summer = Less gym. Much to the frustration of most of america, I loose a pants size when not at the gym as often. Which is sorta problematic right now as my leathers pants aren't staying in place so well. More squats I guess!
I am hopefully going to drop a few more lbs this winter as I think I am going to make the stupid happen....I am about 75% sure right now that I am going to train for a full marathon this winter...
Quote from: zooom on September 27, 2012, 05:50:58 AM
I am hopefully going to drop a few more lbs this winter as I think I am going to make the stupid happen....I am about 75% sure right now that I am going to train for a full marathon this winter...
Easy there tiger! Watch those mileage increases, even long slow distance will give your joints a huge pounding!
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 27, 2012, 05:43:21 AM
... Which is sorta problematic right now as my leathers pants aren't staying in place so well. More squats I guess!
I C U YUU(http://cbs102jamzorland.files.wordpress.com/2010/10/hammertime.jpg?w=420)
Bought this from DucPond Motorsports to go along with the S2R. Pick her up next weekend [beer]
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/vp2685261_1_large.jpg)
Sweet color combo. Congrats. Did you get it just to have a second bike or are you planning on tracking one of them?
Some one finally bought Eric's S4 huh? That's one baaaad sounding Monster
Quote from: MonstaS2R on September 28, 2012, 09:21:21 AM
Bought this from DucPond Motorsports to go along with the S2R. Pick her up next weekend [beer]
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/vp2685261_1_large.jpg)
:o :o :o [drool] [drool] [drool]
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 28, 2012, 09:31:17 AM
Some one finally bought Eric's S4 huh? That's one baaaad sounding Monster
Panda - you wouldn't happen to have Eric's email address? Would just like to shoot him a little note about the bike to find out more of what's been done, etc.
Great bike [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Quote from: MonstaS2R on September 28, 2012, 12:15:38 PM
Panda - you wouldn't happen to have Eric's email address? Would just like to shoot him a little note about the bike to find out more of what's been done, etc.
Panda has it, I have it...I think a few others have it...but it'd be best to give me and or Panda your prefferred contact info to drop to him to have him contact you...at least, if it were me, that would be what I'd want from a personal privacy respect aspect.
I got the 83 Magna V45 running again last night. First time in two years when the previous owner neglected putting additives in the gas. I'm going to try to fix the fuel leak either later today or tomorrow, then get the brakes working.
Was nearly rear ended by some moron. >:(
Moron nearly rear ends me! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMCvQ77B0_0#)
Dude, you were in Suitland. What do you expect?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 01, 2012, 02:40:04 PM
Dude, you were in Suitland. What do you expect?
Don't they do more rear-ending in Dupont? [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 01, 2012, 02:40:04 PM
Dude, you were in Suitland. What do you expect?
I'd answer, but then I would visit the 'ban yourself' thread.... :-X
Quote from: Meerkat on October 01, 2012, 02:53:08 PM
Don't they do more rear-ending in Dupont? [laugh] [laugh]
How would you know so well?? This scares me
He is Euro...
Me soaky soaky long time! [laugh]
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_PUo7JBUjU2c/Sn2aZDhnavI/AAAAAAAAQJE/2x3aK1RtJ2w/cycling%20in%20the%20rain%20-%20Vietnam%20%5B1600x1200%5D.jpg)
Quote from: Meerkat on October 01, 2012, 02:53:08 PM
Don't they do more rear-ending in Dupont? [laugh] [laugh]
Ka-ching! Zhank you - I be here all ze week! Try ze lamb.
As I was leaving work this afternoon, a gentleman in a Corvette decided to see how the acceleration of his Vette compared to my 696. In second gear, I dropped him like a bad habit.
Please note, I did not break any speed limits, no burn outs, and nothing illegal while doing this. Thank you.
Dropped off the Monster at Duc Pond for some love.
Rode out to Mt Solon for the Shenny 500, had the front blow out on me while doing ~70 on 66, loads of fun! Lots of nice people stopped to help / check on me :-)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 05, 2012, 08:25:03 PM
Rode out to Mt Solon for the Shenny 500, had the front blow out on me while doing ~70 on 66, loads of fun!
:o :o :o :o :o
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 05, 2012, 08:25:03 PM
Lots of nice people stopped to help / check on me :-)
[thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Glad you're OK.
Yipes! Guess it wasn't a catastrophic ker-blam tire exploder blue out and you were able to limp off.
Good to hear there's still some nice folks out
Swapped the triple on the Daytona with Randy's help...and it didn't fall apart on the way home! ;D
Quote from: Meerkat on October 06, 2012, 12:50:31 PM
Swapped the triple on the Daytona with Randy's help...and it didn't fall apart on the way home! ;D
Did it sort out the front end issues?
Quote from: Meerkat on October 05, 2012, 05:48:22 PM
Dropped off the Monster at Duc Pond for some love.
when are you headed out that way to pick your Duc back up. Hopefully you're gettin your tank replaced
Total control 1 in the bag along with Sigix. Apparently if I'd been on a shorter bike I'd have knees down - bit of a trip at 20 mph.
Was about worried for one guy being out on the roads. Not a natural rider for sure. But hey he's in class so he's doing it right.
Level 1 was a bit basic during the morning portion but level 2 should provide quite a challenge I think
Took the SS out to go for a ride.
Found I needed to tighten my chain (embarrassingly loose).
Did that and saw that I should lube it (rust is not a lubricant).
Did that and thought I should check the oil. It was low.
Topped it off and realized my plate was expired!
Renewed my reg on line.
Went for a ride (late) and got some some fine Nahwlins' cuisine.
So in short, I ate a shrimp po'boy for lunch!
Quote from: Meerkat on October 06, 2012, 12:50:31 PM
Swapped the triple on the Daytona with Randy's help...and it didn't fall apart on the way home! ;D
Jim,
I found 1 triple bearing in the garage....did we put the lower bearing on?
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 06, 2012, 05:59:05 PM
Jim,
I found 1 triple bearing in the garage....did we put the lower bearing on?
Yes, but the bent triple in my box is missing one...
Got up, looked at the rain, going back to bed.
Quote from: Meerkat on October 07, 2012, 04:58:43 AM
Got up, looked at the rain, going back to bed.
I wanted to do that. Instead I had to run a 5K. Pancakes afterwards though!
Quote from: tocino on October 07, 2012, 10:17:36 AM
I wanted to do that. Instead I had to run a 5K. Pancakes afterwards though!
which 5K did you do that they had pancakes afterwards?
I was like Jim, and looked at the weather decided against my 6mile run today....instead I took a Jazzercize class and got some indoor cardio and strength training!
Quote from: zooom on October 07, 2012, 12:57:44 PM
which 5K did you do that they had pancakes afterwards?
I was like Jim, and looked at the weather decided against my 6mile run today....instead I took a Jazzercize class and got some indoor cardio and strength training!
Ellen's Run. They didn't supply the pancakes, but there was a ton of free snacky-cake afterwards. Tried some coconut water (all the rage lately) ... meh.
Nice run in that it wasn't the over-produced multi-bannered giving-fest that a lot of events seem to have become.
Quote from: tocino on October 06, 2012, 05:43:23 PM
Took the SS out to go for a ride.
Found I needed to tighten my chain (embarrassingly loose).
Did that and saw that I should lube it (rust is not a lubricant).
Did that and thought I should check the oil. It was low.
Topped it off and realized my plate was expired!
Renewed my reg on line.
Went for a ride (late) and got some some fine Nahwlins' cuisine.
So in short, I ate a shrimp po'boy for lunch!
I think that I just missed you. My wife said that some riders that knew me had stopped by about two minutes after I left.
Quote from: ducrider45 on October 10, 2012, 07:11:15 AM
I think that I just missed you. My wife said that some riders that knew me had stopped by about two minutes after I left.
Yep. Ben talked to her while Lars and myself stuffed our faces. I really like the red beans and rice.
Quote from: tocino on October 10, 2012, 10:52:14 AM
Yep. Ben talked to her while Lars and myself stuffed our faces. I really like the red beans and rice.
Last time I ate there, my stomach hurt!!
Cuz I ate too much!!! ;D And it was excellent!
Didn't talk to the Mrs, but the girl behind the till (I think her name was Dana?). Excellent food though!! My taste buds wish you were closer to home.
Yup, it was Dana. She told my wife. I wish that they had called me. I was only 30 seconds down the road. I would have come back. Oh well. Ill be there on Sat morning for breakfast around 9am or so. The Waffles are make the beast with two backsING AWESOME!
Quote from: Meerkat on October 10, 2012, 10:53:38 AM
Last time I ate there, my stomach hurt!!
Cuz I ate too much!!! ;D And it was excellent!
Me too! Its hard to get just one thing. Between the specials and the regular menu, I have a hard time deciding what to get.
Spent the day push starting Steve's duc..I really need friends with bikes that run. ;D
Quote from: Meerkat on October 14, 2012, 03:38:49 PM
Spent the day push starting Steve's duc..I really need friends with bikes that run. ;D
Just helping out with your diet.
:D
Today I learned that Ducati runs a positive cable from the battery to the starter solenoid that is mounted so it rubs against the engine and eventually (after the insulation wear through) dead-shorts in an exciting way. And that when smoke starts coming out from under your gas tank people back away quickly!
Thanks everyone for cable-searching, bike fixing, bump-start pushing and general awesomeness! [thumbsup]
Next time we're out at a weeknight thing beer's on me!
Was reminded of a hot ass bike:
(http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Enigma-1050-sketch-01-635x463.jpg)
I'm ready for one now!
Quote from: Meerkat on October 14, 2012, 03:38:49 PM
Spent the day push starting Steve's duc..I really need friends with bikes that run. ;D
My bikes run...if I can keep them on the road
Got the swingarm off the 600RR....The through bolt was rusted to the inner sleeve. I guess 5yrs/22k miles of outdoor use destroyed it. New bolt ordered..thanks EBay.
-Found an Ohlins triple adjustable shock and Ohlins 20mm forks for the ZX6R for a pretty price shipped to me.
-Rode the Aprilia to work and finally getting re-familiarized with walking.
-Closing on the sale of house 1 in Atlanta tomorrow. Walked away from 53k dollars of negative equity for substantially less than that. Thanks USACOE HAP Program
Quote from: Meerkat on October 16, 2012, 06:19:18 PM
Was reminded of a hot ass bike:
(http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Enigma-1050-sketch-01-635x463.jpg)
I'm ready for one now!
Talk to me goose
http://enigma1050.co.uk/ (http://enigma1050.co.uk/)
http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/enigma-1050/ (http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/enigma-1050/)
Well Hullo Luv! Where have you been?
Does remind me a bit of some of the Duc SuperSport concept arts that have been floating around
Guess making fun of folks with busted bikes bit me in the ass...
had to push start the Daytona to get to campus today. Parked on 3rd floor in case it doesn't start on the way home either. (Yes, I was a boy scout and, more importantly, a new voltage regulator is on order for warranty service. Apparently, English electricals are as bad as Italian electricals.)
Quote from: Meerkat on October 17, 2012, 05:31:13 AM
Guess making fun of folks with busted bikes bit me in the ass...
had to push start the Daytona to get to campus today. Parked on 3rd floor in case it doesn't start on the way home either. (Yes, I was a boy scout and, more importantly, a new voltage regulator is on order for warranty service. Apparently, English electricals are as bad as Italian electricals.)
the dark lord Lucas still plagues the British I see....
Quote from: Meerkat on October 17, 2012, 05:31:13 AM
Guess making fun of folks with busted bikes bit me in the ass...
Too bad Frank won't be at the track. I hear he owes you some time as your 'starter motor'
Quote from: Meerkat on October 17, 2012, 03:43:00 AM
http://enigma1050.co.uk/ (http://enigma1050.co.uk/)
http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/enigma-1050/ (http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/enigma-1050/)
Usually not a fan of white, but their version with the red frame looks the business!
I think your bike got jealous with the attention you were giving other bikes.
Quote from: tocino on October 17, 2012, 07:48:39 AM
I think your bike got jealous with the attention you were giving other bikes.
Looking at the sweet young thing huh? She's a slag and you're on the couch tonight James!
Young Frankenstein "You men are all alike!" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwzGOO9YBvg#)
Moved the S2R and S4 inside as this mornings temp made starting the S4 difficult.
Push started daytona in garage at work.... [thumbsdown]
Rode home...
lights and dash going dimmer and dimmer... [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown]
weird flashing of fuel light, check engine light and dimmer and dimmer... [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown]
died as I pulled up to my garage door... [bang]
rode a very silent daytona down the garage ramps to my parking spot... [bang] [bang]
where I was reminded that the monster is being serviced... [bang] [bang] [bang]
and the car is in TN... [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Hello metro... :'(
Oh dear no Jim for track?
I'm calling the dealer first thing in the morning. Hope is not lost...yet.
Good luck! I hope you get it sorted. Would be a bummer have the bike crap out at this time.
Quote from: Meerkat on October 17, 2012, 04:34:08 PM
Push started daytona in garage at work.... [thumbsdown]
Rode home...
lights and dash going dimmer and dimmer... [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown]
weird flashing of fuel light, check engine light and dimmer and dimmer... [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown] [thumbsdown]
died as I pulled up to my garage door... [bang]
rode a very silent daytona down the garage ramps to my parking spot... [bang] [bang]
where I was reminded that the monster is being serviced... [bang] [bang] [bang]
and the car is in TN... [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Hello metro... :'(
Sounds electrical, probably a dead battery if your rectifier isn't working.
Might want to look into getting a LiPo type battery (Shorai, Sycl, ...) and drop some weight from the bike ... to compensate for your fat @$$ [cheeky] [laugh]
His ass has significantly slimmed... um... not that I'm looking... um...
Yeah, it's the charging system that's shit the bed, I'd wager. Hopefully they can stick a new one in post haste
It's definitely the R/R...it's been under recall for a while. I stopped by the dealer a while back and they've ordered that part as well as the parts for the other recall work that needs to be done.
Unfortunately, I just got off the phone with them and the parts aren't in yet...
...complicated by the fact that the Monster is at Duc Pond for service...
...also called them to see if the Monster would be done...
...sadly, no...
...no track for me this weekend. :'( :'(
I know a guy with a Street Triple that may not need its rectifier this weekend. Should swap easily, no?
[edit]
I sent him an e-mail. I recall he replaced his and inquired whether or not the old one was any good and if he still had it. Fingers crossed.
Buy this: http://www.regulatorrectifier.com/catalog/2006-2009-Triumph-Daytona-675-Regulator-Rectifier-MOSFET (http://www.regulatorrectifier.com/catalog/2006-2009-Triumph-Daytona-675-Regulator-Rectifier-MOSFET)
And do overnight shipping? Don't know what the cost of a new, OEM is but this can be done for ~$200.
Just a thought.
Quote from: Autohag on October 18, 2012, 08:48:02 AM
I know a guy with a Street Triple that may not need its rectifier this weekend. Should swap easily, no?
I sent him an e-mail. I recall he replaced his and inquired whether or not the old one was any good and if he still had it. Fingers crossed.
Should...same part number.
Quote from: Autohag on October 18, 2012, 09:14:52 AM
Buy this: http://www.regulatorrectifier.com/catalog/2006-2009-Triumph-Daytona-675-Regulator-Rectifier-MOSFET (http://www.regulatorrectifier.com/catalog/2006-2009-Triumph-Daytona-675-Regulator-Rectifier-MOSFET)
And do overnight shipping? Don't know what the cost of a new, OEM is but this can be done for ~$200.
Just a thought.
Hmmm...$200 vs. Free since it's warranty
But isn't the pleasure of our company worth it Jim?
Quote from: Slide Panda on October 18, 2012, 09:53:27 AM
But isn't the pleasure of our company worth it Jim?
Not if you're constantly checking out my slimified ass!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
;D [laugh] ;D [laugh] ;D [laugh]
Just heard back from Chris. His rectifier failed last year on a trip and had it replaced by Cliff's (Richmond?). They had one in stock at that time so might be worth a phone call.
Sounds like he's on the road through the weekend, so no lawful way of borrowing the one off his bike. Ugh, it was worth a shot.
Quote from: Autohag on October 18, 2012, 09:14:52 AM
Buy this: http://www.regulatorrectifier.com/catalog/2006-2009-Triumph-Daytona-675-Regulator-Rectifier-MOSFET (http://www.regulatorrectifier.com/catalog/2006-2009-Triumph-Daytona-675-Regulator-Rectifier-MOSFET)
And do overnight shipping? Don't know what the cost of a new, OEM is but this can be done for ~$200.
Just a thought.
http://roadstercycle.com/ (http://roadstercycle.com/)
Is where I got mines from. He can overnight if you email him I believe.
Stayed at work while the rest of the cool kids went to the track! make the beast with two backsing busted bikes!
Quote from: Meerkat on October 19, 2012, 09:16:25 AM
Stayed at work while the rest of the cool kids went to the track! make the beast with two backsing busted bikes!
[thumbsdown]
Stupid electrical stuff!
My new (to me) starter solenoid came in, but still waiting on the new wires. Then I'll find out if the starter smoked too.
Jim do you need to borrow a bike for transportation..not track use?
Ordere up some parts. new pads for the KTM. Front's are just ok, rear is looking sorry.
Rode Bianca to work today. After being on the GS for weeks, she feels like a Miata compared to a Rav4! [laugh]
Was finally able to walk halfway normal without a lame a$$ gimp limp. Start physical therapy tomorrow for my ankle and foot...3-4 months for full recovery.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 23, 2012, 05:12:27 PM
Was finally able to walk halfway normal without a lame a$$ gimp limp. Start physical therapy tomorrow for my ankle and foot...3-4 months for full recovery.
That sounds like good news! [thumbsup]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 23, 2012, 05:12:27 PM
Was finally able to walk halfway normal without a lame a$$ gimp limp. Start physical therapy tomorrow for my ankle and foot...3-4 months for full recovery.
Yikes. Didn't realize it was so bad. Did you break it (again)? Sounds like you'll be read in time for next season. [thumbsup]
Seriously lightened my wallet.
Ooooh?
Duc Pond finished the monster: 12K service, new clutch pack and basket, and new brake pads........
.......And now, I need a new anus!
Shit that's what you went for? I could have helped with most or all of that
Yeah we could have done the clutch and brakes in the garage.
On another note...closed on the sale of 1 of 2 homes I have had without renters (for 9 months) in the Atlanta area. Took a major loss and just sent the final bills/checks out today. Now try to get the bank to agree to the short sale on the other home down there. 3 mortgages for the past 9 months has been miserable.
May need to find an attorney from the accident where the half blind, elderly guy ran into the back of me on the Aprilia last October. Police report shows him 100% at fault. His insurance has been screwing me around on the pain and suffer portion (separated ribs from spine, chiropracter visits, PCM visits, and was ultimately overlooked for promotion due to inability to complete physical standards test)
Dropped the daytona off at Chesapeake cycles and dropped off the trailer at uhaul. Waited for repair guys to show up and fix my broken fancy window shades so I can close them. Now the fat chick across the street can't stare in my window any more.
Took the monster out for a couple hours. Noticed at the gas station that the reflector (yeah, I still have them on) on the right fork is pointed straight ahead. Further down the road, my intermittent idle problem returned...Probably won't bother to take my bike back out to Duc Pond. I can get expensive/half-assed service here in the DMV.
Quote from: Meerkat on October 27, 2012, 01:59:00 PM
.Probably won't bother to take my bike back out to Duc Pond. I can get expensive/half-assed service here in the DMV.
+1 on this
Quote from: Meerkat on October 27, 2012, 01:59:00 PM
Dropped the daytona off at Chesapeake cycles and dropped off the trailer at uhaul. Waited for repair guys to show up and fix my broken fancy window shades so I can close them. Now the fat chick across the street can't stare in my window any more.
Took the monster out for a couple hours. Noticed at the gas station that the reflector (yeah, I still have them on) on the right fork is pointed straight ahead. Further down the road, my intermittent idle problem returned...Probably won't bother to take my bike back out to Duc Pond. I can get expensive/half-assed service here in the DMV.
I didn't have a problem with them when they did my S4R. It is hard to get good service period anywhere in this area. In Atlanta I had to drive 1hr north to have NPR Ducati do anything with it before I found a small shop MSP Cycles help me.
As far as the lady across the street, I'd give her a show every night if I knew she was watching.
Ferracci is doing free pickup on major services.
Quote from: Lars D on October 28, 2012, 09:01:13 AM
Ferracci is doing free pickup on major services.
Within a certain radius I'd imagine.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 28, 2012, 01:17:24 PM
Within a certain radius I'd imagine.
While the radius shown is not quite the size of Jim's anus, it does include the d.c. area
Quote from: Meerkat on October 27, 2012, 01:59:00 PM
Took the monster out for a couple hours. Noticed at the gas station that the reflector (yeah, I still have them on) on the right fork is pointed straight ahead. Further down the road, my intermittent idle problem returned...Probably won't bother to take my bike back out to Duc Pond. I can get expensive/half-assed service here in the DMV.
I would take it right back to them and ask WTF if it was me personally...I would think they would be happy to make it right given the amount of $$ you just spent if they want you back...
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 28, 2012, 07:31:59 AM
As far as the lady across the street, I'd give her a show every night if I knew she was watching.
+1...get creative and make it a real interesting show at that...
Quote from: Lars D on October 29, 2012, 04:34:50 AM
While the radius shown does include the d.c. area
Where'd you see the radius? I didn't see it on their page.
Quote from: zooom on October 29, 2012, 04:43:01 AM
I would take it right back to them and ask WTF if it was me personally...I would think they would be happy to make it right given the amount of $$ you just spent if they want you back...
Most times I would agree with you Zooom but my first and only experience with DucPond has left me wanting. Yes, they helped me get a good deal on Eric's S4 but after dropping $1500 on 12K service, they forgot to clear the maint code on the gauge (not a big deal), forgot to tightly fasten the rear hugger (not big deal either), forgot to tightly fasten the rear rotor ( [bang]) WTF? 5hrs round trip to have them fix things that they shouldn't have missed is too much for me the customer to have to bear.
Quote from: MonstaS2R on October 29, 2012, 08:20:46 AM
Most times I would agree with you Zooom but my first and only experience with DucPond has left me wanting. Yes, they helped me get a good deal on Eric's S4 but after dropping $1500 on 12K service, they forgot to clear the maint code on the gauge (not a big deal), forgot to tightly fasten the rear hugger (not big deal either), forgot to tightly fasten the rear rotor ( [bang]) WTF? 5hrs round trip to have them fix things that they shouldn't have missed is too much for me the customer to have to bear.
they left the rear rotor lose?
Quote from: MonstaS2R on October 29, 2012, 08:20:46 AM
Most times I would agree with you Zooom but my first and only experience with DucPond has left me wanting. Yes, they helped me get a good deal on Eric's S4 but after dropping $1500 on 12K service, they forgot to clear the maint code on the gauge (not a big deal), forgot to tightly fasten the rear hugger (not big deal either), forgot to tightly fasten the rear rotor ( [bang]) WTF? 5hrs round trip to have them fix things that they shouldn't have missed is too much for me the customer to have to bear.
it is exactly things like that though that Donnie needs to know so that he can head issues like this off if his guys aren't up to snuff....sorry...but if I drop some serious coin at any place for a service, I expect that I shouldn't have to go behind them for any reason, and if I do, I expect them to make good on fixing those inadequecies promptly or figuring out how to make amends....just my .02 FWIW...
One thing on DucPond; I've seen Donnie throw attitude at people when they have brought up issues with the service performed at his shop. That is a huge no no in regards to keeping customers satisfied and coming back.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 29, 2012, 09:25:02 AM
One thing on DucPond; I've seen Donnie throw attitude at people when they have brought up issues with the service performed at his shop. That is a huge no no in regards to keeping customers satisfied and coming back.
Loved chattin with them about stuff, very knowledgeable staff about Ducs but not giving them my dollars.....
Quote from: zooom on October 29, 2012, 08:44:57 AM
it is exactly things like that though that Donnie needs to know so that he can head issues like this off if his guys aren't up to snuff....sorry...but if I drop some serious coin at any place for a service, I expect that I shouldn't have to go behind them for any reason, and if I do, I expect them to make good on fixing those inadequecies promptly or figuring out how to make amends....just my .02 FWIW...
Completely agree with you on this one. For those who will continue to bring them revenue I think it's good for DucPond to know where they're misfiring and for that I will send a note over. However, not expecting anything grand by way a credit or anything. Have little faith in companies when it comes to brand reputation. When you're built the "we're the best" for a while a couple of dings doesn't bother you....(though it should)!
Quote from: MonstaS2R on October 29, 2012, 09:32:02 AM
Loved chattin with them about stuff, very knowledgeable staff about Ducs but not giving them my dollars.....
Completely agree with you on this one. For those who will continue to bring them revenue I think it's good for DucPond to know where they're misfiring and for that I will send a note over. However, not expecting anything grand by way a credit or anything. Have little faith in companies when it comes to brand reputation. When you're built the "we're the best" for a while a couple of dings doesn't bother you....(though it should)!
but little dings become a nuance on the long run . . . and it bothers
Quote from: Lars D on October 29, 2012, 04:34:50 AM
While the radius shown is not quite the size of Jim's anus, it does include the d.c. area
Now how do you know this? Oh right, his window blinds are broken. Dude, you hanging with the fat chick across the street? You tha boss!
Big girls need loving too. Get it while you can because there is no telling when it will come next...booze up and let it roll. [wine]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 30, 2012, 07:37:43 AM
Big girls need loving too. Get it while you can because there is no telling when it will come next...booze up and let it roll. [wine]
what is that comment about fat chicks and mopeds?...
Did some post storm clean up while the light lasted.
Handed out some candy, though still have plenty left :-\
Changed the oil on the KTM
Put the front wheel etc back on the duc
Fixed and improved the side stand bypass that came apart
Quote from: Slide Panda on October 31, 2012, 06:58:54 PM
Did some post storm clean up while the light lasted.
Handed out some candy, though still have plenty left :-\
Changed the oil on the KTM
Put the front wheel etc back on the duc
Fixed and improved the side stand bypass that came apart
you shoulda gotten an orange helmet and gone out on the KTM like the Horseless Headsman and handed the extra candy out!...
nah, other stuff was in the works.
This evening I changed the fuel filter on the KTM. The 690 Enduro and SMC are known for having filter mung early on and mine's no exception. At 45xx miles the filter element was good coffee brown.
band new one in... and then the struggle of getting it all back in. Finally figured out the trick of the Austrian half-twist to get the hoses to S back and allow me to insert the pump.
New fuel line connection over the weekend and we're back!
Oh and got a new phone. Old one needed to be hooked up to life support (external power) to keep it from shutting off at total random moments.
The new snobPho... er iPhone.
Jumping from my 3Gs to the 5 has been nice. Much faster response, LTE data now, posh screen. Probably not worth the jump if you've got a 4S. But like I said, my old one required external power to function reliably. Mercifully I'd bought one of the external battery cases for motoing a couple years back that I could use to keep it going when I couldn't have it plugged in. But the whole random 'I'm going to shut of AND keep draining the battery" thing got old fast.
gotcha....and no comes the whole transition of buying all new adaptor and power cables since the 5 doesn't use the 3,4,4S stuff...
yeah, not enthused about that part...
But now my work space has full time streaming radio thanks to my old phone. Still works on wi-fi, plug it into some computer speakers and the wall... bam!
Quote from: Slide Panda on November 02, 2012, 06:18:08 AM
But now my work space has full time streaming radio thanks to my old phone. Still works on wi-fi, plug it into some computer speakers and the wall... bam!
so it is kinda like a glorified i-Touch now...LOL
Without the phone capability they are really just new gen ipods. Those have touch screens, wi-fi and can load apps.
right....and they call them an i-Touch...
I don't care what you touch!
Pedantic moment - they call them iPod Touch. There's no iTouch.
Went diving. Hung with a green turtle for a few minutes while (s)he scratched his back on some coral.
Rode to Battley.....froze my arse off. Saw a nice old MV and a couple nice Ferrari's. Fixed license plate bracket and a chain that was ready to fall off another rider's bike which was scrubbing the ba-jezus out of the tire. Note: vented leather gear 9no matter how many layers you have underneath) and summer gloves do not keep you warm in 40-50 something degree temps.
Broke off the bleeder valve on the left caliper of my 83 Honda Magna. The clutch bleeder valve is messed up, so I have three on order now.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on November 03, 2012, 06:01:19 PM
Rode to Battley.....froze my arse off. Saw a nice old MV and a couple nice Ferrari's. Fixed license plate bracket and a chain that was ready to fall off another rider's bike which was scrubbing the ba-jezus out of the tire. Note: vented leather gear 9no matter how many layers you have underneath) and summer gloves do not keep you warm in 40-50 something degree temps.
you looked in a bad way when you showed up...I felt bad for you...
BTW...whose bike were you readjusting the chain on? and the nice old MV is a buddy of mine's out of his collection...that particular bike is for sale....
Hopefully the levers I'm getting from another member here will be on my door step when I get home and the new bleeder valves will be at the dealership when I check my phone this afternoon.
Accepted a new job, which is gonna start WAY too soon!
Congrats!!! Which one did you take?
Belcamp. Gonna be quite a commute to start... not sure how long that will last.
Quote from: Meerkat on November 08, 2012, 04:34:05 PM
Accepted a new job, which is gonna start WAY too soon!
Congrats !!!
congrats Jim...be glad you have a job though. This way you can pay taxes to support those who refuse to work [bang]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on November 08, 2012, 05:51:29 PM
Congrats !!!
Quote from: venomousr1993 on November 08, 2012, 06:01:18 PM
congrats Jim...be glad you have a job though. This way you can pay taxes to support those who refuse to work [bang]
Thanks! I am definitely glad to have a job and am looking forward to the new challenges that come with this one. It's gonna be fun!
Spent 1+ hours stranded on the shoulder of 270S due to seized front brakes on the S4. Despite hi viz clothing and bike running, was almost hit twice by people using the shoulder as the 5th lane. Cagers are make the beast with two backsIN CRAZY
Oh crap!
Not enough lever free play?
Quote from: Slide Panda on November 09, 2012, 05:29:15 AM
Oh crap!
Not enough lever free play?
Yeah, super tight. Once the bike rested and cooled, brakes released but not much fun when cagers are already cranky from sitting in traffic!
You back out the adjustment, so there's more now? Yes?
Congrats Jim - BTW
Quote from: Slide Panda on November 09, 2012, 06:09:59 AM
You back out the adjustment, so there's more now? Yes?
Congrats Jim - BTW
Yeah. Must say there are some great drivers out there that offered to assist.
Cool. I helped out an older dude on a older BMW ADV bike stuck on 395 a while ago. Someone had just installed new pads for him that were too thick and skimming the rotor the whole time. heated'em up just like you.
There's a really good tutorial on building a tool kit for the stock seat
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=57895.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=57895.0)
- Dude manages to get a lot under there.
Quote from: Slide Panda on November 09, 2012, 06:39:54 AM
Cool. I helped out an older dude on a older BMW ADV bike stuck on 395 a while ago. Someone had just installed new pads for him that were too thick and skimming the rotor the whole time. heated'em up just like you.
There's a really good tutorial on building a tool kit for the stock seat
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=57895.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=57895.0)
- Dude manages to get a lot under there.
[beer]
Quote from: Meerkat on November 08, 2012, 04:34:05 PM
Accepted a new job, which is gonna start WAY too soon!
Congrats! [beer]
Quote from: MonstaS2R on November 09, 2012, 05:13:37 AM
Spent 1+ hours stranded on the shoulder of 270S due to seized front brakes on the S4. Despite hi viz clothing and bike running, was almost hit twice by people using the shoulder as the 5th lane. Cagers are make the beast with two backsIN CRAZY
WTF!?! :o Who is the idiot who installed the brake pads? I'd be flippin' pissed!
I take the calipers off (one at a time) and push the pistons all the way back in, never had a problem!
Oh, and +1 to the toolkit! I have the essential tools on the BMW that are enough to perform the 12K service. 8)
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 09, 2012, 07:59:14 AM
WTF!?! Who is the idiot who installed the brake pads?
I take the calipers off (one at a time) and push the pistons all the way back in, never had a problem!
Not necessarily a pad issue. If you don't have enough free play at the lever it blocks the return port and leaves no space for the heated fluid to go. So pressure builds, things get hotter and your brakes will lock up eventually. Had this issue on the 900 when I did new levers - but I had the right tools with me and backed out the pin to allow the fluid to return to the res.
Congrats Jim
Sorry to hear that Wunmi, but at least you are safe....270 to a degree is like the wild freakin west at times...moreso during rush hour!
Congrats on the new job Jim. Does this mean less riding or more for you?
Re: being stranded.....The front brakes were a little soft, so I Battley work on it. While Tech reduced lever travel to engage brakes, he gave it too much. To their credit Battley picked up the bike last night, worked on it and made it right today. The Tech felt pretty awful given weather last night, visibility and issue with bike." He apologized profusely and to her credit mistakes happen. All is good.
On the other hand, Battley found that the bike is weeping oil from the vertical gasket......Called DucPond today to discuss why it's weeping after dropping $1,500.00 for service and I wasn't at all impressed with their response. Net net, if I want them to look at the issue, I have to find a way to get my ride down there an according to them, Facebook might be my best friend if I don't want to pay to have it towed! NO BUENO, NO NO BUENO!!
Officially gave notice to the University.
Thanks for all the congrats! It'll mean less riding for a while since I'll have to work more than 4 hours per week... in the long run, it should let me hit the track a bit more next summer as I'll not be confined by the academic calendar for taking vacation. Only by the whims of the workplace.
Quote from: Meerkat on November 08, 2012, 05:12:36 PM
Belcamp. Gonna be quite a commute to start... not sure how long that will last.
Congrats. Good thing you have a fast bike.
Quote from: tocino on November 09, 2012, 04:29:34 PM
Congrats. Good thing you have a fast bike.
Thanks. My "fast" bike isn't....still at the shop with a charging problem...even after the R/R was replaced. Supposed to call with an update tomorrow.
Quote from: MonstaS2R on November 09, 2012, 01:15:49 PM
Congrats on the new job Jim. Does this mean less riding or more for you?
Re: being stranded.....The front brakes were a little soft, so I Battley work on it. While Tech reduced lever travel to engage brakes, he gave it too much. To their credit Battley picked up the bike last night, worked on it and made it right today. The Tech felt pretty awful given weather last night, visibility and issue with bike." He apologized profusely and to her credit mistakes happen. All is good.
On the other hand, Battley found that the bike is weeping oil from the vertical gasket......Called DucPond today to discuss why it's weeping after dropping $1,500.00 for service and I wasn't at all impressed with their response. Net net, if I want them to look at the issue, I have to find a way to get my ride down there an according to them, Facebook might be my best friend if I don't want to pay to have it towed! NO BUENO, NO NO BUENO!!
Should have bought my S4R...you'd be riding it instead of having maintenance problems. Sorry to hear and hope it all works out.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on November 10, 2012, 10:27:15 PM
Should have bought my S4R...you'd be riding it instead of having maintenance problems. Sorry to hear and hope it all works out.
+1 I wish I had your asking price.....If it didn't have some sort of issues it wouldn't be a Ducati [cheeky] Colder weather is here so at least I am not missing out on riding time. That would have made me even angrier.
Quote from: MonstaS2R on November 09, 2012, 01:15:49 PM
On the other hand, Battley found that the bike is weeping oil from the vertical gasket......
That's normal, it's just marking its territory! [cheeky]
Had Kenny@MRP Motorsports look over the suspension and make some adjustments. Very patient guy who took his time explaining things to me. I planned on installing a 944 kit this winter, but now I think it's time to invest in suspension mods.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on November 17, 2012, 12:07:04 PM
Had Kenny@MRP Motorsports look over the suspension and make some adjustments. Very patient guy who took his time explaining things to me. I planned on installing a 944 kit this winter, but now I think it's time to invest in suspension mods.
Kenny at MRP is really great. Spent some time on the phone with me yesterday. He was going to sell me a set of 07 ZX6R forks with a 20mm Ohlins kit in them, but realized they has GSXR fork legs on them after I paid. He called back and made it right and offered to swap the internals into my 07 forks for an amazing price.
I am going to have him do the suspension on my CBR 600RR too which will come with a season of support. Hard to beat imo.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on November 17, 2012, 04:22:36 PM
Kenny at MRP is really great. Spent some time on the phone with me yesterday. He was going to sell me a set of 07 ZX6R forks with a 20mm Ohlins kit in them, but realized they has GSXR fork legs on them after I paid. He called back and made it right and offered to swap the internals into my 07 forks for an amazing price.
I am going to have him do the suspension on my CBR 600RR too which will come with a season of support. Hard to beat imo.
+10000000000000000
He set up the suspension on my touring bike and I'm taking the Monster there this spring.
Great guy and very reasonable prices
And more love for Kenny ... I had him spruce up the suspension on my race bike and twice at Summit he came over to my pit to help me set it up and answer some Qs I had. It's the good follow up that impresses me. Nice dealing with someone who treats their customers well.
I learned the chicken wing maneuver and can finally see behind me. I always thought it was a down-and-in elbow and have been trying that without success for a while (I thought y'all were just really flexible). I even put some convex stick-on mirrors, to no avail. I accidentally found the elusive up-and-out variation while trying to scratch an itch on my elbow. The clouds parted and a beam of light shined down upon me. Don't all [clap] at once now.
Quote from: JoeP on November 20, 2012, 07:24:50 AM
I learned the chicken wing maneuver and can finally see behind me. I always thought it was a down-and-in elbow and have been trying that without success for a while (I thought y'all were just really flexible). I even put some convex stick-on mirrors, to no avail. I accidentally found the elusive up-and-out variation while trying to scratch an itch on my elbow. The clouds parted and a beam of light shined down upon me. Don't all [clap] at once now.
WWW.BUGEYES.COM (//http://)
Question if I may, why don't you guys take your bikes to Redline Motors? is in VA or?
Redline in Yorktown?
MRP is 35 ish miles from DC. Yorktown is 16X... So for the folks living in the DC metro area and Balto, doesn't make much sense to go to Yorktown.
Quote from: Slide Panda on November 20, 2012, 09:08:30 AM
Redline in Yorktown?
MRP is 35 ish miles from DC. Yorktown is 16X... So for the folks living in the DC metro area and Balto, doesn't make much sense to go to Yorktown.
Oh, don't know distances there SP . ..just asking
Ah yeah - it's FAAAR to get from here to there. Also getting from DC to the VA Beach area can be quite a painful drive as you're going through a lot of potential traffic trouble areas.
Helped make up some of the food for later today then set to work on the KTM... what I'd hoped was just a fork oil change has now become a seal job on one. Pondering taking them some place for the work and shim stack twiddlings.
Started the new job with orientation at the Stafford office. Ugghhhh...paperwork!
Quote from: Meerkat on November 26, 2012, 08:52:37 PM
Started the new job with orientation at the Stafford office. Ugghhhh...paperwork!
Get used to it.
And the winter work begins. Forks and shocks are out. Leaky radiator removed and replacement ordered
(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/481848_10151165897148843_128468713_n.jpg)
Quote from: Slide Panda on November 29, 2012, 09:24:54 AM
And the winter work begins. Forks and shocks are out. Leaky radiator removed and replacement ordered
(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/481848_10151165897148843_128468713_n.jpg)
Looks familiar but I can't tell what it is.... but here's a caption for your pic: "if
Hostel (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hostel_%282005_film%29) had bikes instead of people in it" [cheeky] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on November 29, 2012, 09:56:05 AM
Looks familiar but I can't tell what it is.... but here's a caption for your pic: "if Hostel (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hostel_%282005_film%29) had bikes instead of people in it" [cheeky] [laugh]
At one point in it's life, it was a KTM 690 Enduro... prone to water logged electrical connections [roll]
- Right now... it's modern art
Was doing a little work on the beemer until she landed on my foot...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-MSCNW18dsEA/ULwMFrg6FdI/AAAAAAAAA8w/DS2_DrL1uXI/s800/IMG_20121202_211632_280.jpg)
I'm getting new levers in the mail today for my 85 Nighthawk 700S, so I may install them tonight. Yeah, I got a Nighthawk, mostly to stop racking up the miles on the Monster (3500+ since July), plus I can stick a fairing on it and not care. Commuting into work on a nekkid bike is getting cold!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 02, 2012, 07:10:15 PM
Was doing a little work on the beemer until she landed on my foot...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-MSCNW18dsEA/ULwMFrg6FdI/AAAAAAAAA8I/U99ZqHruc0U/s800/IMG_20121202_211632_280.jpg)
the Beemer landed on your foot?
On his weee piggy it appears.
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 03, 2012, 10:44:12 AM
On his weee piggy it appears.
And he went weeeee weeee weeee all through his home....
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 02, 2012, 07:10:15 PM
Was doing a little work on the beemer until she landed on my foot...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-MSCNW18dsEA/ULwMFrg6FdI/AAAAAAAAA8I/U99ZqHruc0U/s800/IMG_20121202_211632_280.jpg)
Couldnt you have just given a written account?
[puke]
Quote from: rgramjet on December 03, 2012, 11:58:41 AM
Couldnt you have just given a written account?
[puke]
Sorry Roger, didn't mean to upset your delicate sensibility... [cheeky] [laugh]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on December 03, 2012, 10:35:56 AM
the Beemer landed on your foot?
Tilted it too far and tried to keep it from falling over. I was trying to figure out what was wrong with the f*cker in this pic:
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-FQjA-Z4c8UE/ULwH_0axuEI/AAAAAAAAA6s/K5xIfZxz-OA/s800/IMG_20121202_195534_569.jpg)
Hint: that's the kickstand switch... [bang]
Quote from: rgramjet on December 03, 2012, 11:58:41 AM
Couldnt you have just given a written account?
[puke]
remember the "no pic didn't happen rule" . . . ;D
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 03, 2012, 12:55:49 PM
Sorry Roger, didn't mean to upset your delicate sensibility... [cheeky] [laugh]
Tilted it too far and tried to keep it from falling over. I was trying to figure out what was wrong with the f*cker in this pic:
Hint: that's the kickstand switch... [bang]
so, what was wrong with it?
Gravity...
Mas, you gotta admit that big toe could stand a pedi.
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 03, 2012, 01:00:56 PM
Gravity...
Mas, you gotta admit that big toe could stand a pedi.
I am sure it was thought, but not said....that comment about a pedicure sounds gay as all hell
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on December 03, 2012, 12:56:24 PM
remember the "no pic didn't happen rule" . . . ;D
There is that. But in this case the "what has been seen cannot be unseen" rule trumps it......
Quote from: venomousr1993 on December 03, 2012, 02:04:30 PM
...that comment about a pedicure sounds gay as all hell
He's euro.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on December 03, 2012, 12:57:37 PM
so, what was wrong with it?
It's missing the c-clip (or whatever it's called) that holds the switch down onto the stand. The switch had popped off and it was "open". For some reason the geniuses @ BMW decided that the bike should be allowed to crank but NOT to start with the stand down... nearly killed the battery [bang]
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 03, 2012, 04:55:37 PM
He's euro.
And after a long day's work I love a nice warm bath and moisturizing cream on my feet! :-*
Sorry if I've upset any tummies, here's something to compensate:
(http://codeherrings.com/images/moto/funny/man-the-make%20the%20beast%20with%20two%20backs-up.jpg)
[cheeky] [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 03, 2012, 05:36:40 PM
It's missing the c-clip (or whatever it's called) that holds the switch down onto the stand. The switch had popped off and it was "open". For some reason the geniuses @ BMW decided that the bike should be allowed to crank but NOT to start with the stand down... nearly killed the battery [bang]
And after a long day's work I love a nice warm bath and moisturizing cream on my feet! :-*
Sorry if I've upset any tummies, here's something to compensate:
(http://cdn.healthhabits.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/man-the-make%20the%20beast%20with%20two%20backs-up.jpg)
[cheeky] [laugh]
there fix it for ya
[slaps forhead]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on December 04, 2012, 04:21:04 AM
there fix it for ya
Actually, his link was right. It was some issue on the hosting site...
I was forced, forced I say! to order some more tools. Really I was - the make the beast with two backsing nut on the WP forks one needs to have at to do anything has shoulders on it, that prevent a normal wrench from fitting, so I had to track down a slim profile one. In for a penny in for a Pound so I bought new seals, bushings and a 48mm seal driver.
why didn't you just take your wrench to the grinder and make it slim profile?
I don't have a full on grinder. And what I do have would have taken ages. I worked at it for a bit before deciding my time was more valuable...
my hunt did lead me to a crapy looking site FULL of nice tools
http://www.samstagsales.com/ (http://www.samstagsales.com/)
- They seem to have a lot of the special tools for German car makes.
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 05, 2012, 06:45:39 AM
Actually, his link was right. It was some issue on the hosting site...
Odd, link worked when I pasted the url into the address bar on my browser... fixed it now.
Yeah, like i said the issue seemed to be on the hosting end, not with your cut-n-paste
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 05, 2012, 07:00:14 AM
my hunt did lead me to a crapy looking site FULL of nice tools
http://www.samstagsales.com/ (http://www.samstagsales.com/)
- They seem to have a lot of the special tools for German car makes.
[thumbsup] good find!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 05, 2012, 07:06:59 AM
Odd, link worked when I pasted the url into the address bar on my browser... fixed it now.
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 05, 2012, 07:09:50 AM
Yeah, like i said the issue seemed to be on the hosting end, not with your cut-n-paste
apologies then . . .
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 05, 2012, 07:00:14 AM
I don't have a full on grinder. And what I do have would have taken ages. I worked at it for a bit before deciding my time was more valuable...
my hunt did lead me to a crapy looking site FULL of nice tools
http://www.samstagsales.com/ (http://www.samstagsales.com/)
- They seem to have a lot of the special tools for German car makes.
that's what my s.o. calls "his porn site" . . .thanks . . . now, what was I doing? . .
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 05, 2012, 07:00:14 AM
http://www.samstagsales.com/ (http://www.samstagsales.com/)
http://www.zelenda.com/ (http://www.zelenda.com/)
Tried to fit into the new (used) 1 piece leather suit I got in October....legs and arms no longer fit. Gained 15lbs of muscle and now my clothes don't fit right.
BTW: anyone looking for a nice 54/44 full leather fieldsheer leather suit (will fit 5'7-5'9" 160-180lbs well) for a great deal?
Quote from: venomousr1993 on December 07, 2012, 05:25:25 PM
Gained 15lbs of muscle fat and now my clothes don't fit right.
Fixed it for you ;D
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 07, 2012, 05:45:29 PM
Fixed it for you ;D
I would have figured a comment like that from Ben, Jim or Steve...but now you??? all hell!!
Finally started to replace the starter solenoid and wires on the 900SS. Yet again a simple project takes waaay longer than expected. The culprit was the nut that keeps the cable from the solenoid attached to the starter. As might be expected from the decision to place the starter at the front/bottom of the engine the area just gets sprayed with water / dirt / small animals coming off the front tire and this results in the nut getting corroded.
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Ducati900SS/CorrodedNut.jpg)
Took an hour or so of repeated spraying with PBlaster / trying to be nice with the wrench before I said "screw it" and resorted to vice grips. Figured I wasn't going to be reusing the nut anyways. The big worry is stripping the bolt or breaking it off inside the starter - which means getting a new one or finding someone who can / will rebuild it. Luckily all went well.
Until I realized I didn't have a nut on hand to replace it with. [bang]
Ah well, since I was there I decided to change the oil.
This maintenance ensures there won't be nice riding weather until June or July.
Yeah... I've probably got that pain coming as well. My starter switch has gotten stuck in the depressed position a few times and now the starter doesn't really. Pretty sure it's junk now. But to even make that determination, it's gotta come out. So any more tips on that will be appreciated as you get into it.
I rode the Monster into work today. It's nice not having to fight a bike's gear shifter like I've been doing with the 85 Nighthawk I'm trying to make into a commuter. I picked this little gal up Saturday
(http://i380.photobucket.com/albums/oo243/jimbobborg/cl360-1.jpg)
I ordered a couple of cables to make her safe enough to ride on the street for a bit. New tires are on the way, courtesy of MFI in Woodbridge.
Shiny! Though, and i hope it's a trick of the eye/camera with the chrome fender - but is the fork a bit bent?
Quote from: jrswanson1 on December 10, 2012, 09:17:26 AM
I picked this little gal up Saturday
Sweet. Nice to see you can still find them original in that great of a shape. 350? 450? Must've been stored correctly or well looked after to have the seat and chrome in that shape. What year?
Quote from: jrswanson1 on December 10, 2012, 09:17:26 AM
(http://i380.photobucket.com/albums/oo243/jimbobborg/cl360-1.jpg)
I see a future scrambler! ;D
That little Honda is a beauty
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 10, 2012, 08:18:42 AM
Yeah... I've probably got that pain coming as well. My starter switch has gotten stuck in the depressed position a few times and now the starter doesn't really. Pretty sure it's junk now. But to even make that determination, it'sgotta come out. So any more tips on that will be appreciated as you get into it.
Same thing happened to me a few months ago on my monster. I got a new starter from Ricks Motorsports for cheap and a new crankcase gasket from CA cycleworks. It was pretty easy to replace even with my limited mechanical ability. You should have no problem.
best price I've seen was $132 in the cheap parts thread. It's a pretty common starter - just wish it wasn't an ass pain to get out.
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 11, 2012, 07:20:15 AM
best price I've seen was $132 in the cheap parts thread. It's a pretty common starter - just wish it wasn't an ass pain to get out.
Been there, done that. [bang]
(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc6/208778_1097371648822_1449333_n.jpg)
For some idiotic reason I was smiling in this photo, must have been the gas fumes... [laugh]
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 10, 2012, 09:22:49 AM
Shiny! Though, and i hope it's a trick of the eye/camera with the chrome fender - but is the fork a bit bent?
No, it's a trick of the lighting on it.
Quote from: tocino on December 10, 2012, 10:59:16 AM
Sweet. Nice to see you can still find them original in that great of a shape. 350? 450? Must've been stored correctly or well looked after to have the seat and chrome in that shape. What year?
She's a 1974 CL360 Scrambler. I have a new battery in her, so she's running with lights now. I have new tires on order, but I can still ride her as is for a bit. She is originally from Arizona, so that helps. The seat has a split on top due to dry rot. The paint on the tank and side panels needs to be done correctly, they were rattle canned on by a previous owner. If I can get home in time tonight, I'm taking her for a spin. The idiots in Richmond decided that they wouldn't stock antique motorcycle tags at any of the DMV locations, so I have to wait FOUR WEEKS for them to ship me a new one.
Yeah, I paid $700 for her. Put another $125 in to her for the battery, tires, and new cables.
Finally the stupid slim wrench needed to get the cap off the KTM forks arrived and I set to on one.
- Polished the slider tube. Nice and slick now
- was glad I'd ordered up bushing as well - found some nicks in the coating of the inner so on with a new busing set.
- Fit up the new caps with adjustable preload
- Swapped in some billet rebound adjustor knobs - the stock plastic ones were such a pregnant dog to turn
- Partial reassemble, need to oil it up.
The action of the lower is much nicer now. Prior to the new seals and polish the lower would stay in the position you pushed it to then let hang - with the cap unthreaded from the tube. There was enough friction to prevent gravity from pulling the mass of the lower, spring and cap down. Now, it's FREEEE!
Not so much today, but this week got a bunch of stuff in and put together. Got all my presents sent off via USPS and FED EX. Shipping costs of stuff I couldn't have wrapped and sent from the retailer really adds up.
Ohlins Triple adjustable rear for the Kawi installed
(http://imageshack.us/a/img850/4461/dsc02850k.jpg)
Ohlins 20mm 07zx6r front forks built by Kenny at MRP... installed
front fender off an 07 and Nissin calipers rebuilt/new pads
(http://imageshack.us/a/img163/568/dsc02842go.jpg)
new chain on the zx6r and smaller rear sprocket..finally got a chain breaker and installer so if anyone else needs a new drive chain I can help. Beats paying the dealer labor.
(http://imageshack.us/a/img191/6559/dsc02851c.jpg)
new front sprocket and CAT5 rear Vortex rear and chain on the 600RR
(http://imageshack.us/a/img401/1561/dsc02854o.jpg)
my buddies dog helping us with the lights
(http://imageshack.us/a/img37/4908/sdogrio.jpg)
Opened up a letter I'd missed a moth ago:
(http://stevebacon.org/images/WERA_letter.jpg)
OMG! I never thought it would happen to me! I'd like to thank the Academy, my family, ...
This is what happens when you win 2 races because nobody shows up! Now I gotta race against the really fast guys. Rats! :)
Quote from: tocino on December 15, 2012, 01:27:17 PM
Opened up a letter I'd missed a moth ago:
(http://stevebacon.org/images/WERA_letter.jpg)
OMG! I never thought it would happen to me! I'd like to thank the Academy, my family, ...
This is what happens when you win 2 races because nobody shows up! Now I gotta race against the really fast guys. Rats! :)
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA........That is awesome and sucks at the same time. Congratulations!! White Plate time!! They going to make you change numbers? My buddy had to in B superstock/superbike
I went gun shopping today.
Quote from: tocino on December 15, 2012, 01:27:17 PM
Opened up a letter I'd missed a moth ago:
(http://stevebacon.org/images/WERA_letter.jpg)
OMG! I never thought it would happen to me! I'd like to thank the Academy, my family, ...
This is what happens when you win 2 races because nobody shows up! Now I gotta race against the really fast guys. Rats! :)
Congrats/condolences.
I got the tires changed yesterday on the CL360. The mechanic recommended that I get the chain done, too, so I had that done. When I got her home, I noticed the chain was rubbing the centerstand >:( I called them up, they said bring her back on Monday. We'll see what happens.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 15, 2012, 04:18:31 PM
I went gun shopping today.
what did ya get?
and congrats Steve!...though you know it was bound to happen with your previous experience with AOD from back in the day...
Quote from: zooom on December 16, 2012, 06:03:43 AM
what did ya get?
Just a bunch of magazines so far. Looking at picking up another rifle as well.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 16, 2012, 07:22:32 AM
Just a bunch of magazines so far. Looking at picking up another rifle as well.
Did you go to the gun show without me?
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 16, 2012, 07:22:32 AM
Just a bunch of magazines so far. Looking at picking up another rifle as well.
Get them now while you can because our administration is going to push hard to stop this. A talking head on the radio the other day says they can't talk about "gun control" because that is too hot of a button. The new buzz phrase will be "gun safety". They will equate safety with control doncha know.
Quote from: jrswanson1 on December 16, 2012, 04:18:06 AM
I got the tires changed yesterday on the CL360. The mechanic recommended that I get the chain done, too, so I had that done. When I got her home, I noticed the chain was rubbing the centerstand >:( I called them up, they said bring her back on Monday. We'll see what happens.
Not sure what happened to the stopper that was supposed to be on the centerstand. MFI did right by me, they put a temporary fix in while a new one is on order ($0.99). Good folks, too bad they don't do Ducatis.
Gander mountain ran out of pmags and ammo. It's absolute hysteria out there right now. Doesn't matter what brand now; if you can get your hands on it BUY IT.
I hate how when some idiot commits a crime it's the law abiding population that gets punished. Absolutely disgusting how politicians would do anything to bendover to make their image look good. Nothing but trying to get reelected.
Ok guys, careful on the commentary.
The Magna is now road worthy! Clutch, brakes, engine, lights, most of the gauges, work. I still need to figure out where the overflow hose goes on the radiator. The new Nissin brake and clutch master cylinders work very well and are easier to work on versus the stock Honda parts. Time to move the Magna from the shed to the driveway, and move the Scrambler from the driveway to the shed.
There's no compensator/overflow bottle? If you're feeling crafty you could make one. An aluminum drinking bottle and some fittings would do well.
Quote from: Slide Panda on December 27, 2012, 06:36:10 AM
There's no compensator/overflow bottle? If you're feeling crafty you could make one. An aluminum drinking bottle and some fittings would do well.
The tube is hanging off from the overflow bottle. I managed to pull it off of the radiator [bang] but I don't see where the connection is on the radiator. I will probably have to lift the tank to route it back (I hope!) and plug it in. The cap on the overflow bottle is off and doesn't want to go back on. I'll figure that out later. I wish the weather would cooperate.
I got a ride in on the Magna yesterday [thumbsup] Not very long, since one of my new neighbors parked his VSP cruiser in front of his house. I'm definitely hitting the DMV on Thursday to get antique tags for her, hopefully Coleman's will have both tires in by then so they can install them.
Ah, old Hondas. My CL360 seems to not want to fire on both cylinders. I'm not sure what's going on with it. I swapped out the two 3/16" car fuel lines for two 1/4" motorcycle fuel lines. I noticed that the fuel line going into the right carb was dry, but the one on the left carb was full of fuel. I hope this little swap fixes the issue, but it may well be the petcock. I'll try firing her up again tomorrow, stupid sleet cut short any maintenance activities today.
POS controller on my Tourmaster Synergy (synergy my @$$) gloves packed up. [thumbsdown]
A replacement costs $40 plus so I got a $4 Rheostat from the shack and soldered it inline. ;D
Valve clearances for the KTM checked and 4 shims ordered. Only one was technically out of the spec range, but I figured it's easy enough to set them all as close to same same as possible and be done.
Once those arrive I can button that thing back up and call it a bike.
Next the Duc gets some surgery...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on December 31, 2012, 07:06:27 PM
POS controller on my Tourmaster Synergy (synergy my @$$) gloves packed up. [thumbsdown]
A replacement costs $40 plus so I got a $4 Rheostat from the shack and soldered it inline. ;D
If they pack it up again - perhaps some of these
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-gloves/vquattro-squadra-gloves/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-gloves/vquattro-squadra-gloves/) - webbikeworld 2012 glove of the year
Quote from: jrswanson1 on December 31, 2012, 05:09:04 PM
Ah, old Hondas. My CL360 seems to not want to fire on both cylinders. I'm not sure what's going on with it. I swapped out the two 3/16" car fuel lines for two 1/4" motorcycle fuel lines. I noticed that the fuel line going into the right carb was dry, but the one on the left carb was full of fuel. I hope this little swap fixes the issue, but it may well be the petcock. I'll try firing her up again tomorrow, stupid sleet cut short any maintenance activities today.
Any luck?
Isn't there a balance tube between the two carbs (or between the 2 lines before the carbs)? There should be - normally the left petcock has a higher internal tube so it "runs out of gas" first (i.e. bike begins to stutter) and then you reach down and open the right one and get thee to a gas station. With a balance tube you can run around with only the left tap open and it also helps vs fuel starvation when leaned and the gas all goes to one side of the tank.
They normally sell the little T barbs at AutoZone or wherever.
I'd also put filters inline after the petcock if you don't have them - my guess is the petcock is blocked with rust and you don't want that getting into the carb jets.
Put coolant in the race bike since it only had distilled H2O and additive. Can't risk freezing water in the engine.
Quote from: tocino on January 02, 2013, 01:06:00 PM
Any luck?
Isn't there a balance tube between the two carbs (or between the 2 lines before the carbs)? There should be - normally the left petcock has a higher internal tube so it "runs out of gas" first (i.e. bike begins to stutter) and then you reach down and open the right one and get thee to a gas station. With a balance tube you can run around with only the left tap open and it also helps vs fuel starvation when leaned and the gas all goes to one side of the tank.
They normally sell the little T barbs at AutoZone or wherever.
I'd also put filters inline after the petcock if you don't have them - my guess is the petcock is blocked with rust and you don't want that getting into the carb jets.
I drained the tank the other day, nothing but clean gas coming out of it. And my new battery is dead [bang] and it won't take a charge. I hate lead acid batteries. Yes, I had it on a tender, too. It has the stock petcock, and I was able to get gas out of both tubes earlier. I'm going to have to drain the tank again, pull the carbs, clean them, reinstall them, and get a new battery. It looks like I'll be going back to MFI with the battery. The pods I ordered will not fit with the current battery in there, I might just get a new lithium battery since they're skinnier. I think at this point I'm not getting my money back if I restore this, so it's going to be modernized. My wife is going to kill me.
Hmmm. Maybe just swap the battery first? If it was wonky before that might be the cause of it not firing on one cylinder. If that doesn't fix it at least you've ruled one thing out.
Also, I'd swap the petcocks and see if the problem "moves". Or even just swap the lines - could be that that your float is stuck in the up position which is preventing fuel from flowing. Can you take the bowls off the carbs without completely taking them off?
I'm going to take the battery back first, then check the fuel delivery system again. And I just bought the battery a month ago, you'd think it would be good out of the box.
I rode the Magna back home from Coleman's after getting new tires put on her. She stalled twice, then died. I was fortunately within walking distance of MFI. They were going to take a look at her, but they weren't able to get to her yesterday. I suspected that the fuel filter was bad, so they loaned me the tools and I bought a filter there and did the change in the parking lot. Success! I got a jump start, too. Nice folks if you have a Honda. They got the battery from the CL360 charged, so it looks like my charger/tender isn't working right. I will pick it up on Tuesday since I had no way of bringing it back on the Magna. BTW, that V-4 is something else. I suspect with a plug and wire change it would be even faster. Now I want a V65 Magna.
Got to pick apart Nicky Haden's GP bike. Got yelled at by a hottie for touching the grips. The dry clutch was covered in rust spots so not sure how long the sucker has been sitting.
(http://imageshack.us/a/img171/7957/imsshow2013.jpg)
Took the Monster out for about 2 hours. Nice empty roads... [Dolph]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on January 06, 2013, 08:10:08 AM
The dry clutch was covered in rust spots so not sure how long the sucker has been sitting.
They needed the old clutch for Valentino's bike! [laugh]
Rode Bianca to work. ;D
Still no heat at the house....landlord has been dragging his feet since Saturday >:(
Quote from: venomousr1993 on January 09, 2013, 06:28:39 PM
Still no heat at the house....landlord has been dragging his feet since Saturday >:(
What? That sucks? You've got a fireplace, right? Let me know if it gets too chilly in there. I've got a big comfy sofa you can crash on.
I tried to install the new choke lever on the Magna, the cable is too short. I got the battery back into the Scrambler, the second kick and the bike started. However, the right cylinder is still not firing properly. I'm pulling the carbs this weekend and sending them to a guy who mods them so they'll work with pods. And the new lithium battery came, so I'll be making a new box for it.
Got the new shims, freshly cleaned injector etc etc in the KTM buttoned it all fired right up and proceeded to drool oil from under the valve cover. So back off some stuff came to address that and all is well.
Some final checks and settings then it's a bike again.
Picked up a belated Christmas present for myself!
(http://i.imgur.com/GlGnG.jpg?1)
Track toy?
Hopefully. Doing my first track day this spring
Cool [thumbsup] hope to catch you out there
I changed the oil on the Monster myself. Apparently Ducati changed the bolt location on the Monster and made it hex wrench removable.
The fuel leak seems to have sorted itself out on the Magna. It was interesting riding the Monster and the Magna back to back. The gearing on the first three gears is pretty close, but on the last three the Monster is geared higher. Same red line on both. Smoked a Vette at a light on 234. I do need to practice shifting quicker, shifting the Nighthawk has not helped.
I drained the tank and pulled it off of the 74 Scrambler. I checked the filter in the petcock, apparently one of the POs got paint in the tank since there was blue paint in the screen. Tomorrow, I'm taking the carburetors off.
Cursed Mother Nature..... >:(
Yeah, where was the sun yesterday? At this point, I hope dead pirates don't start stalking the area. [roll]
Well, neither Honda got really fixed yesterday. I didn't even get a ride in on any of my bikes. I need to mod the Magna's choke cable to work with the new choke lever. And I need to remove the exhaust system to get the carbs out of the Scrambler.
Brian and I made a valiant attempt at a ride but it was just to crappy out, and people were driving like dumbasses. Watched several folks nearly blast past (like 60 in a 40) a Park Police cruiser with its top bars flashing yellows in the fog. They seemed like they didn't notice the LEO until they were only about 1 car length back... really now.
Quote from: jrswanson1 on January 14, 2013, 01:46:59 AMYeah, where was the sun yesterday? At this point, I hope dead pirates don't start stalking the area. [roll]
I thought the same thing .. kept looking for Jamie Lee Curtis to go screaming by.
Spent a half hour on Saturday getting the Norton to start.
Then Sunday spent 45 minutes trying the same so I could ride it to the DC Norton Owners club meeting, then finally gave up. As a f-u to it I took the Harley. Of course since it was sitting for 2 months the tires were low so it handled even more like a truck, which was fun since I couldn't really see where I was going anyways thanks to my glasses / visor fogging up.
I'm going to put the stock Amal carbs back on. Everyone goes on about the single Mikuni conversion being so great, blah blah blah. If Amals were good enough for Steve McQueen they're good enough for me!
I didn't think it was safe to ride motos yesterday so I took the wife and a couple of friends pedal biking up Mt. Weather. Probably less safe! Visibility at the top was about 40 ft. [laugh]
Finally got the mountain bike out. Brutal reminder how badly out of pedaling shape I am.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 20, 2013, 02:44:14 PM
Finally got the mountain bike out. Brutal reminder how badly out of pedaling shape I am.
Did you go to Fountainhead? I took the dog to Meadowood yesterday. Fast and flowy!!
No, FountainHead is closed due to the trails being too wet. My car is in the shop at the moment, and I didn't want to put a dirty bike in the loaner I have, so I just went over to Laurel Hill.
Dug and pushed out a car stuck on a hill in my hood, so they wouldn't slide into the neighbors car that my wife had already slid into... good times
Quote from: Slide Panda on January 24, 2013, 05:40:40 AM
Dug and pushed out a car stuck on a hill in my hood, so they wouldn't slide into the neighbors car that my wife had already slid into... good times
The weather was that bad?
Quote from: ducati culture on January 29, 2013, 01:42:10 PM
The weather was that bad?
the frozen ground with slick powder on top paired with the fact that he lives on an incline is apparently enough for a situation like that to come to a head....
Landed in Denver.
Quote from: zooom on January 29, 2013, 01:51:03 PM
the frozen ground with slick powder on top paired with the fact that he lives on an incline is apparently enough for a situation like that to come to a head....
Exactly - this was 6'ish am an no other vehicles had gone through and no preventative treatment like salt had been done in my hood. There's a short, but rather steep section where the wife slid and this other guy got stuck. Steep and slick enough that I and a couple other folks, all in proper winter foot gear could not go up the paved surface until I retreated home and returned with the (clean) kitty litter box.
M had slid down and clipped the brush bars on neighbors older Land Rover. Brush bar got a dent and a little bend - in return the Kia she drives got the bumper busted open down to the washer reservoir (busted too) and creased both passenger side doors. Good times.
The other guy, was attempting to rescue is friend, but didn't know the area and made the mistake of coming into my hood. His some what ratty PT cruiser got stuck going up that same section and started to crab towards the Land Rover - so he did the smart thing by stopping any attempts at motion without some aid. Some litter, some shovel love and a few well aimed shoves and he was able to creep back down the hill safely.
- Though this was *AFTER* I shoed a couple new neighbors away who thought it was a good idea to help PT cruiser guy out my placing themselves between the PT and LR so they could *attempt* to guide the PT past the LR if it started to crab again. Lucky for them, I got back with my gear before anyone started moving, so I didn't have to call EMS and a tow truck to pry them out from between the two vehicles.
Ben...you tryin the Mile High Bucking Bronco or something?
Just came out for a work trip, and to start laying the groundwork to try and move out here in the next couple of years.
Denver proper or some other spot in CO?
I'd like to move back some day.
In/around Denver. I'd be working on Buckley.
What folks think of as Denver is sort of a hodge podge - it's all grown together over the years. So if you start hunting for a place be sure to peep a map. A search on Denver will get you different results that a search on Aurora might - even if the place is across the street. It's a touch odd.
I've got some cousins who live not too far from the Museum of Nature and Science. Lots of bungalows and other interesting places there. Around the museum there's running and bike trails, fields etc.
As you probably know, CO is a lot more of a Doggy and bike friendly place than around here
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 31, 2013, 06:26:28 AM
Just came out for a work trip, and to start laying the groundwork to try and move out here in the next couple of years.
Skiing lessons?? ;D
Went out for a little ride yesterday. 8)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-8aTGhkhnwKo/UQmGmUw554I/AAAAAAAABCo/PgwZHglu_hA/s800/IMG_20130130_113615_334.jpg)
Didn't get stopped by a crapped out KTM this time I'm guessin...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on January 31, 2013, 06:49:43 AM
Went out for a little ride yesterday. 8)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-8aTGhkhnwKo/UQmGmUw554I/AAAAAAAABCo/PgwZHglu_hA/s800/IMG_20130130_113615_334.jpg)
you sure that wasn't a shot from this morning on alot of the roadways?
Call me crazy but I just signed up for my 2nd half-marathon. Hopefully I'll be wiser than last time and gradually increase my weekly mileage ;D
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on February 12, 2013, 10:03:02 AM
Call me crazy but I just signed up for my 2nd half-marathon. Hopefully I'll be wiser than last time and gradually increase my weekly mileage ;D
You crazy!
+2....but I am being a pace coach for the Rock N Roll half marathon for a group I am helping train....
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on February 12, 2013, 10:03:02 AM
Call me crazy but I just signed up for my 2nd half-marathon. Hopefully I'll be wiser than last time and gradually increase my weekly mileage ;D
I just signed up for my 3rd and 4th.....hoping that I can keep up the pace this time! Which races are you doing?
Quote from: dolci on February 13, 2013, 07:22:57 AM
I just signed up for my 3rd and 4th.....hoping that I can keep up the pace this time! Which races are you doing?
I'm running the Historic Half @Fredericksburg with a friend. My training partner is also encouraging me to run the full MCM but I think I'm going to pass on that one.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on February 13, 2013, 10:13:15 AM
My training partner is also encouraging me to run the full MCM but I think I'm going to pass on that one.
I am going to see if I can get a bib for that...if I can, I am going to train for to try that as my 1st full...
Just dropped off my forks @MRPmotorsports for Kenny to work his magic. I'm excited to get my suspension worked over and to support a shop like MRP.
[thumbsup] Give me a call if you need.
I ruined a new K&N oil filter by installing it with the o-ring from the old one still attached to the engine. New filter leaks like crazy now. [bang] Any local source of K&N oil filters (KN-153) in the Burke/Lorton area that is not Coleman's? Advance Auto is close but they don't stock the filter that I need.
Advance will get them in stock if you ask. Takes a couple days, but they can order 'em up
Quote from: Slide Panda on February 19, 2013, 07:09:36 AM
Advance will get them in stock if you ask. Takes a couple days, but they can order 'em up
Yup, I may do that since I'm waiting for other tools to arrive anyway. Beats dealing with traffic to get to Woodbridge.
Lowered the price on the SC by a thousand and the offers come out of the woodwork.
Commute: 1
Jim: 0 [bang]
Put an offer on a place in the huge metropolis of Belcamp, MD. After closing, commute will be 4.5 minutes...if I get caught by the light. [laugh]
Quote from: Meerkat on February 19, 2013, 04:52:51 PM
Commute: 1
Jim: 0 [bang]
Put an offer on a place in the huge metropolis of Belcamp, MD. After closing, commute will be 4.5 minutes...if I get caught by the light. [laugh]
congrats I guess are in order...do you get a garage with that move at least?
Quote from: Meerkat on February 19, 2013, 04:52:51 PM
Commute: 1
Jim: 0 [bang]
Put an offer on a place in the huge metropolis of Belcamp, MD. After closing, commute will be 4.5 minutes...if I get caught by the light. [laugh]
For some reason I thought your new job was south not north. Good riding up there yes? I wouldn't think the loss of a commute up/down 95 was that bad. :)
Congrats!
Quote from: Meerkat on February 19, 2013, 04:52:51 PM
Commute: 1
Jim: 0 [bang]
Put an offer on a place in the huge metropolis of Belcamp, MD. After closing, commute will be 4.5 minutes...if I get caught by the light. [laugh]
having a huge commute sucks the life from one. Not that Belcamp looks thrilling. But I expect you'll be able to get a proper garage of your own and a better quality of life with the short commute.
No such luck on the garage, but not a big deal. The other half works in DC, so we're keeping our place here. I just need a place to crash during the week and it was cheaper to buy than to rent...by about half. As long as gas stays above $3.25 or so (Do you think we'll ever see gas that low again?), it's paying for itself by not having the commute, tolls, and being able to get rid of the storage unit I've been paying for in DC.
Ah, gotcha. Just the time saved not having to make that trek everyday is huge. Don't know how I'd like the several days away from home a week plan... but plenty of folks do it.
Hope it goes well.
Vowed I'd have the testicles of who ever did the paint work for the PO of previous house. Spent most of my weekend stripping a casement window to the bare wood since they did such a shitting job. 2nd window I've had to strip... and there's a 3rd that's peeled off paint within 2 months of us living there...
And the cheap ass faucets used. had to replace one already...
Painting walls in preparation for the minions arrival.
Had to go back to work after a week in Costa Rica :'(
Builds character.
Quote from: tocino on March 04, 2013, 01:15:29 PM
Had to go back to work after a week in Costa Rica :'(
You really have it rough! [cheeky] [laugh]
Work now involves re-creating in Java a 12+ year old system written in Oracle Forms & Object Pascal... [bang] Started the week playing with java.awt.Color and the CSS 2.1 color specification (http://www.w3.org/TR/CSS21/syndata.html#color-units (http://www.w3.org/TR/CSS21/syndata.html#color-units)) [puke]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 12, 2013, 10:07:59 AM
You really have it rough! [cheeky] [laugh]
Work now involves re-creating in Java a 12+ year old system written in Oracle Forms & Object Pascal... [bang] Started the week playing with java.awt.Color and the CSS 2.1 color specification (http://www.w3.org/TR/CSS21/syndata.html#color-units (http://www.w3.org/TR/CSS21/syndata.html#color-units)) [puke]
Geek alert!
Object Pascal = good. Always liked Pascal. Borland Delphi especially.
Oracle Forms = ha! In a previous job my boss had us write some stuff in Oracle Forms; that sh** was slooooow. I ended up just rewriting one of the apps later in Clipper of all things. I don't think I've *ever* heard of anyone else that used Oracle Forms. It was another "if you buy our DB we force you to buy 33 other products you don't want/need" item.
Good luck on that!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 12, 2013, 10:07:59 AM
CSS 2.1 color specification (http://www.w3.org/TR/CSS21/syndata.html#color-units (http://www.w3.org/TR/CSS21/syndata.html#color-units)) [puke]
Why puke? CSS color is simple...
I may have seriously soiled the bathrooms at Lisa's office for the next 24 hours....last night I made chili for her "Office Chili Competition" for her...
3 - 32oz cans of whole peeled italian plum tomatoes
1 - 10oz can of tomato paste
2 - 10oz cans of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2.3 lbs of 85/15 ground beef
1 whole small yellow onion
about 2.5 bulbs of garlic
1.5oz package of dried pasilla peppers
soaked the pasilla peppers and the used the water to dilute the tomato paste
chopped and diced and then sauted the onions and garlic and then added the ground beef
seasoned that mixture with cayenne pepper and hot hungarian paprika
put the peeled tomatoes and chipotles with adobo in the crock pot
added the tomato paste/pasilla water
put the immersion blender in and brought to a preferable texture.
added onion powder, garlic powder, ancho powder, some dried & chopped jalapeno's, brown sugar and salt and stirred
added in the ground beef mixture and stirred
put the lid on the crock pot and let it go go go overnight...
this morning when it was checked on, the oil raised to the top ready to be skimmed off and then 1 32oz can of small red kidney beans can be added and VOILA!!!...since she works in the financial industry...we are jokingly calling it "Hot Commodity" chili.
sad that I can't eat it till after Saturday morning's race....but tonight is a pre St. Patties day pub run fund raiser for breast cancer...so I get to run to drink beer to save boobies!
Quote from: tocino on March 14, 2013, 07:26:06 AM
Geek alert!
Object Pascal = good. Always liked Pascal. Borland Delphi especially.
Oracle Forms = ha! In a previous job my boss had us write some stuff in Oracle Forms; that sh** was slooooow. I ended up just rewriting one of the apps later in Clipper of all things. I don't think I've *ever* heard of anyone else that used Oracle Forms. It was another "if you buy our DB we force you to buy 33 other products you don't want/need" item.
Good luck on that!
All the form metadata is stored on an Oracle DB so people figured it would make sense to use Forms & PL/SQL for the user interface. The layout is managed by a separate app written by contractors in Obj. Pascal, then the layout is encoded in XML and stored in the DB as a CLOB... Why this setup? Don't Ask, Don't Tell. [cheeky]
Quote from: Slide Panda on March 14, 2013, 07:27:49 AM
Why puke? CSS color is simple...
Not hating the CSS, just having to convert it (named colors, #RRGGBB, #RGB, rgb(0-255,0-255,0-255), rgb(0-100%,0-100%,0-100%) ) to java.awt.Color and it's a relative breeze compared to less documented parts of the system.
BTW, I'm not bashing in any way on the guys who built the system, requirements (when one finally gets them) can be a real PITA, not to mention changes over many years.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 14, 2013, 09:27:12 AM
rgb(0-100%,0-100%,0-100%) )
You mean hsl here.... rgb is always 0-255, hsl is percentage based ;D
On topic, I stripped and cleaned the front brakes on the KTM. Scrub scrub scrub...
Tomorrow the new starter for the monster arrives. Get that beast going again - without needed a bump start!
Pulled the condo contract.
Low reserves and 3 of 5 buildings needing a new roof in the next couple of years isn't the kind of deal I'm looking for...especially after running a deficit. Back to looking and commuting.
Quote from: Meerkat on March 14, 2013, 07:56:17 PM
Pulled the condo contract.
Low reserves and 3 of 5 buildings needing a new roof in the next couple of years isn't the kind of deal I'm looking for...especially after running a deficit. Back to looking and commuting.
That sucks!
Replaced the front sprocket with a 14t. It was a lot easier than I had originally thought, thanks to all those who contributed tips and tricks in various other threads.
I dropped my bike at a stoplight. I'm an idiot. [bang]
Quote from: JoeP on March 16, 2013, 04:04:43 PM
I dropped my bike at a stoplight. I'm an idiot. [bang]
Ouch! What happened?
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 16, 2013, 09:05:04 PM
Ouch! What happened?
I was waiting to turn left. When the light turned green I was sloppy with the clutch and stalled the bike as I started to lean. Down it went. Embarrassing, but nothing a bit of touch up paint and epoxy won't fix.
bought a new rear tire!
(http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/images/InitialSet/michelin_road3_rear_600.jpg)
after i fixed my bike last week i rode my rear tire to the thread :p
Finally replaced the solenoid / wires on the 900SS. Now I don't need Jim to push-start me anymore :)
Quote from: tocino on March 17, 2013, 04:48:09 PM
Finally replaced the solenoid / wires on the 900SS. Now I don't need Jim to push-start me anymore :)
Thats good...especially with race season around the corner
Got a new motor installed in the race bike. Put in a stock motor pulled from a zx6r with 2300 miles on it..still had the original tires from 2003. PO (17yr old kid) bought it from the original owner and the next day his mother backed over the bike in their driveway with her husbands Cummins diesel truck.
You mean a new engine in one of the race bikes, yeah?
Quote from: venomousr1993 on March 17, 2013, 05:33:05 PMThats good...especially with race season around the corner
That's a great idea! We'll pull the starter motors on the race bikes to save weight and Jim can bump start us at all the races! Thanks Jim! [thumbsup]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on March 17, 2013, 05:46:50 PM
PO (17yr old kid) bought it from the original owner and the next day his mother backed over the bike in their driveway with her husbands Cummins diesel truck.
you think she did it on purpose?
Quote from: JoeP on March 17, 2013, 05:10:59 AM
I was waiting to turn left. When the light turned green I was sloppy with the clutch and stalled the bike as I started to lean. Down it went. Embarrassing, but nothing a bit of touch up paint and epoxy won't fix.
So you dropped your bike once... big deal! Here's an idiot making as ass of himself. [cheeky] [laugh] [laugh]
My fails at the 2012 Shenandoah 500 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNQfT-941cY#)
That's me, by the way... :-[
And too bad we didn't get video from the creek crossing debacle..
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 18, 2013, 08:04:28 AM
So you dropped your bike once... big deal! Here's an idiot making as ass of himself. [cheeky] [laugh] [laugh]
That's some tricky stuff right there! I think I heard some "choice" phrases on that last one [laugh]
Quote from: tocino on March 18, 2013, 11:04:45 AM
I think I heard some "choice" phrases on that last one [laugh]
Yeah, you know he's mad when the mother tongue takes over
Funny thing is I use Serbian when I'm really pissed, Italian is more for.... let's say colorful venting. [laugh]
Found out that my assumption about my starter being fried was incorrect - after installing a new starter that made zero difference. Zooom talked me into jumping the solenoid and after a few sparks the bike kicked over as it should. So for 2013 it got a new starter, and will get a new solenoid on top of the starter. I splurged and got a new R.H. switch (starter button has been a problem for a while) and some Motolectric cables. Probably going to pull the injectors for pro-clean, since I've got all this other stuff out...
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on March 18, 2013, 08:04:28 AM
So you dropped your bike once... big deal! Here's an idiot making as ass of himself. [cheeky] [laugh] [laugh]
My fails at the 2012 Shenandoah 500 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNQfT-941cY#)
That's me, by the way... :-[
Hmmm Ok U making me nervous!
Where you using topo in the trail?
Quote from: ducati culture on April 01, 2013, 11:58:35 AM
Hmmm Ok U making me nervous!
Where you using topo in the trail?
I had my GPS, but some
roads trails were not marked. The organizers provide a paper (roll) map to follow and the course is pretty well marked. Plus there's sweepers and other riders are pretty helpful.
Getting down with some reno-restor-replace on the 900.
New starter motor (not needed as I've found)
New starter solenoid (was needed)
Motolectric HiCap starter wires (Just because)
Cleaned a layer of case crud off, I didn't realize was so thick
Pulled off the throttle cam and bits for a clean up
Pulled the injectors, they will be sent of for a pro service.
Beefed up the connections on the side stand by pass - they were crimped, not soldered originally
Did other basics like oil change etc etc
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/image_zps2196f80a.jpeg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 06, 2013, 06:50:27 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/image_zps2196f80a.jpeg)
Fountainhead. Top of the climb with the wooden chairs?
yup
Fountainhead - love that place, haven't taken the pedal bike there in a long time!
Took the "kids" to see the cherry blossom festival. Crazy traffic, stop-and-go all around the tidal basin. But totally worth it, they had a blast!
;D
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Oq7QDgC_JqU/UWTK5x1bELI/AAAAAAAABRk/f94D-TU_1nA/s1362/IMG_20130409_140008_999.jpg)
friend, nonna & nonno.
I stripped the paint off of the CL360's tank and will be spraying some primer on tonight. Now comes the fun part, trying to match the original metallic green paint it originally came with.
Yesterday: Got on an airplane.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 16, 2013, 04:26:50 AM
Yesterday: Got on an airplane.
Enjoy your vacation! :)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 16, 2013, 04:26:50 AM
Yesterday: Got on an airplane.
Destination? Hawaii? [cheeky]
Anti Hawaii
Just finished my first double-digit mile running weekend in preparation for my up-coming race in May.
Yesterday: Got on the same airplane. 18 hours... [puke]
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on April 21, 2013, 09:16:36 AM
Just finished my first double-digit mile running weekend in preparation for my up-coming race in May.
Congrats!
In the summer I enjoyed soaking my legs in the pool after a long run: relaxing and helps blood from pooling in the legs.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on April 21, 2013, 09:16:36 AM
Just finished my first double-digit mile running weekend in preparation for my up-coming race in May.
very cool.....I was doing a 15.3 mile run on Saturday and only made it to just past 12 due to me feeling it in my MCL and walked the rest for the most part...we ran up and then down Sugarloaf Mountain, and then on some less than great conditioned roads around the mountain....the off camber shoulders and the rocky gravel roads just took my gait and stride off enough that I felt it...and I mean really felt it....it probably also didn't help that we were supposed to be running at a 10:15-ish pace and we were often running about a 9:30 or faster pace.
Quote from: zooom on April 22, 2013, 09:37:57 AM
we ran up and then down Sugarloaf Mountain...
You are a better man than I am. :o
I complain when I run up a hill so you've definitely got me beat on that front. As I've increased my weekly mileage, I've experienced nagging pains, ie IT Band, sore heels, tight calves. I knew that I was long overdue to purchase new shoes, so I bought some new Asics at a local running store this weekend. Those nagging issues disappeared so mine problems where due in part to my worn shoes.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on April 22, 2013, 11:20:39 AM
You are a better man than I am. :o
I complain when I run up a hill so you've definitely got me beat on that front. As I've increased my weekly mileage, I've experienced nagging pains, ie IT Band, sore heels, tight calves. I knew that I was long overdue to purchase new shoes, so I bought some new Asics at a local running store this weekend. Those nagging issues disappeared so mine problems where due in part to my worn shoes.
I got a small group of guys I run with regularly....if you want to meet up with us sometime...always easier to run with people than by your lonesome...might be good to have someone running with you look at your stride/strike/gait to see if you are doing anything to exascerbate things.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on April 22, 2013, 11:20:39 AM
You are a better man than I am. :o
I complain when I run up a hill so you've definitely got me beat on that front. As I've increased my weekly mileage, I've experienced nagging pains, ie IT Band, sore heels, tight calves. I knew that I was long overdue to purchase new shoes, so I bought some new Asics at a local running store this weekend. Those nagging issues disappeared so mine problems where due in part to my worn shoes.
Maybe try one of the massage-roller thingies. They're pretty cool. Help break things up.
Quote from: tocino on April 22, 2013, 12:35:29 PM
Maybe try one of the massage-roller thingies. They're pretty cool. Help break things up.
we have a "muscle-trac" and we have the trigger point kit and a big foam roller at home...all used for different things in various ways...all tend to work to a degree....just a matter of which and what and the severity.
Put Bianca (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=46971.0) on the dyno this past Saturday at Bob's BMW
Bob's BMW dyno run (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqyM0-Btrcw#)
Result: only 57 rear wheel HP... hmm [thumbsdown] time to go clean the carbs and fiddle with the TCIP4 [roll]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 30, 2013, 06:18:19 AM
Result: only 57 rear wheel HP... hmm [thumbsdown] time to go clean the carbs and fiddle with the TCIP4 [roll]
(http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=46971.0)
Hmm. What engine is in it? Certainly sounds good.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 30, 2013, 06:18:19 AM
Result: only 57 rear wheel HP... hmm [thumbsdown] time to go clean the carbs and fiddle with the TCIP4 [roll]
Is it time for the HC piston upgrade, aka 944 Bianca? [Dolph]
Quote from: tocino on April 30, 2013, 07:13:46 AM
Hmm. What engine is in it? Certainly sounds good.
904cc with V2 heads and 41mm FCRs. Engine sounds and runs fine really smooth and tractable down low. But I can feel it struggle when I give it the beans....
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on April 30, 2013, 05:41:08 PM
Is it time for the HC piston upgrade, aka 944 Bianca? [Dolph]
Probably not this summer, but I'll drop a few hints to SWMBO for X-mas presents [evil]
BTW, I ran into Mike Collins (aka Mike in Gaithersburg) at Bob's BMW and he's looking to start working on Ducs again on weekends. Anyone interested PM me for his cell#.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 30, 2013, 06:46:53 PM
BTW, I ran into Mike Collins (aka Mike in Gaithersburg) at Bob's BMW and he's looking to start working on Ducs again on weekends. Anyone interested PM me for his cell#.
Ooooo....I need to get dolci's throttle bodies synched/adjusted because her bike seems like it is not exactly right...
Not too keen with my newly found obsession with Dainese, my girl txt'ed me that Target now carries them.
[roll] ;D ;D ;D
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/xcatinis/dainese.jpg)
Quote from: shortbus on May 02, 2013, 04:34:44 AM
Not too keen with my newly found obsession with Dainese, my girl txt'ed me that Target now carries them.
[roll] ;D ;D ;D
Dang i thought this was funny :-X
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PpNKNkdKU6g/TP89LioQsYI/AAAAAAAACWY/oO1x_WR0b88/s400/CRICKET%2BSOUND.jpg)
They are busy beating up on my over-tired self here:
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63036.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63036.0)
Went riding ;D ;D ;D
Album on Picasa Web (https://picasaweb.google.com/109410231691258197920/Ride20130504?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCNyz_Z3HpNKv5gE&feat=directlink) & Route on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Friendship+Village,+MD+20815&daddr=Great+Cacapon,+WV+to:Co+Route+22%2F1%2FWoodmont+Rd+to:Doe+Gully+Ln+to:Co+Route+18%2FDetour+Rd+to:County+Route+12%2FMagnolia+Rd+to:39.549638,-78.4166561+to:WV-9+W+to:39.5430802,-78.4951836+to:Keifer+Rd+to:Maniford+Rd+SE+to:Dug+Hill+Rd+to:Friendship+Village,+MD+20815&hl=en&ll=39.401183,-77.595062&spn=0.738573,0.883026&sll=39.545022,-78.496413&sspn=0.023033,0.043945&geocode=FciGUgIdnbdn-yknKaBtkMm3iTGIGpsr1UAyiQ%3BFf2NXAId41lV-ylrC3e3TBPKiTE4wvAMAeQsfQ%3BFfCOXAIdar1U-w%3BFVh0XAId861T-w%3BFZ1uWwIdQa5T-w%3BFfOqWwIdvz5T-w%3BFcZ6WwId8HRT-ymrnLb-xXHKiTGqC2_wusMfkw%3BFe4_WwId3NZS-w%3BFShhWwIdMUJS-ykP7qdxknrKiTHXCdjZ6gnZIg%3BFXKtWwIdliVS-w%3BFbrKWwIdmpFR-w%3BFe8NXQIdVU5T-w%3BFciGUgIdnbdn-yknKaBtkMm3iTGIGpsr1UAyiQ&mra=dpe&mrsp=8&sz=15&via=6,8&t=m&z=10)
Nearly exhausted now, but it was great! Next time I'll head in through Green Ridge State Forest so I can ride more there, and out through Paw Paw, since I couldn't get to the roads I was looking for. :P
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 04, 2013, 05:45:20 PM
Went riding ;D ;D ;D
Nice pics and it looked like it was a scenic ride.
Fountainhead. Again.
:D
Tested the gravel trap in T1 at Summit. :-[
Quote from: tocino on May 13, 2013, 06:04:23 PM
Tested the gravel trap in T1 at Summit. :-[
How well did it work?
What kinda bike do you ride up there?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 05, 2013, 06:24:11 PM
Fountainhead. Again.
:D
Quote from: shortbus on May 14, 2013, 04:15:54 AM
What kinda bike do you ride up there?
It's a Huffy.
Quote from: tocino on May 13, 2013, 06:04:23 PM
Tested the gravel trap in T1 at Summit. :-[
[thumbsdown]
Everything (mostly) alight?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2013, 06:16:09 PM
How well did it work?
Worked great - although it's more like the bike kinda ended up in the trap after it slid across T1 and the grass along the edging. I think it dug into the gravel which caused it to flip once (or it flipped when it hit the alligator bumps). Windscreen gone, bent up fairing bracket, broken brake lever (brand new Brembo - grrr), bent slider, bent handlebar, more dents and scratches on a bike that has had more than its fair share. Oh, and a bunch of red dirt.
Scuffed up leathers - sadness as they were perfect. Luckily the helmet never touched.
Took about an hour to get things going again by which time it was lunch.
On the bright side I haven't yet mounted the new bodywork so there's that.
I think I had the rear shock set too soft and when I transitioned to back on the gas I unweighted the front too much and off I went sliding on my ass.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on May 04, 2013, 05:45:20 PM
Went riding ;D ;D ;D
Album on Picasa Web (https://picasaweb.google.com/109410231691258197920/Ride20130504?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCNyz_Z3HpNKv5gE&feat=directlink) & Route on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Friendship+Village,+MD+20815&daddr=Great+Cacapon,+WV+to:Co+Route+22%2F1%2FWoodmont+Rd+to:Doe+Gully+Ln+to:Co+Route+18%2FDetour+Rd+to:County+Route+12%2FMagnolia+Rd+to:39.549638,-78.4166561+to:WV-9+W+to:39.5430802,-78.4951836+to:Keifer+Rd+to:Maniford+Rd+SE+to:Dug+Hill+Rd+to:Friendship+Village,+MD+20815&hl=en&ll=39.401183,-77.595062&spn=0.738573,0.883026&sll=39.545022,-78.496413&sspn=0.023033,0.043945&geocode=FciGUgIdnbdn-yknKaBtkMm3iTGIGpsr1UAyiQ%3BFf2NXAId41lV-ylrC3e3TBPKiTE4wvAMAeQsfQ%3BFfCOXAIdar1U-w%3BFVh0XAId861T-w%3BFZ1uWwIdQa5T-w%3BFfOqWwIdvz5T-w%3BFcZ6WwId8HRT-ymrnLb-xXHKiTGqC2_wusMfkw%3BFe4_WwId3NZS-w%3BFShhWwIdMUJS-ykP7qdxknrKiTHXCdjZ6gnZIg%3BFXKtWwIdliVS-w%3BFbrKWwIdmpFR-w%3BFe8NXQIdVU5T-w%3BFciGUgIdnbdn-yknKaBtkMm3iTGIGpsr1UAyiQ&mra=dpe&mrsp=8&sz=15&via=6,8&t=m&z=10)
Nearly exhausted now, but it was great! Next time I'll head in through Green Ridge State Forest so I can ride more there, and out through Paw Paw, since I couldn't get to the roads I was looking for. :P
I am envious!
Quote from: shortbus on May 14, 2013, 04:15:54 AM
What kinda bike do you ride up there?
This one.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 06, 2013, 06:50:27 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/image_zps2196f80a.jpeg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 14, 2013, 01:47:01 PM
This one.
Ah yeah i do remember seeing that posted before... I love riding that trail on my hardtail but find it difficult to push a full squish bike around (aka i'm badly outta shape). I need to start heading to Fhead more often, maybe one day i'll see u there [beer]
I actually find that it takes less energy to ride a FS bike around there, but that's just me. All depends on how the bike is set up.
Spent too much damn time stuck in afternoon traffic. Slow 270 traffic and slow-ass GW parkway traffic was too much :'(
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on May 16, 2013, 04:18:08 PM
Spent too much damn time stuck in afternoon traffic. Slow 270 traffic and slow-ass GW parkway traffic was too much :'(
I'll trade you commutes any day!!!
http://goo.gl/maps/UsRXV (http://goo.gl/maps/UsRXV)
Quote from: Meerkat on May 16, 2013, 06:18:41 PM
I'll trade you commutes any day!!!
http://goo.gl/maps/UsRXV (http://goo.gl/maps/UsRXV)
Just move to DE, you're close enough. That commute looks blissful.
Quote from: Meerkat on May 16, 2013, 06:18:41 PM
I'll trade you commutes any day!!!
http://goo.gl/maps/UsRXV (http://goo.gl/maps/UsRXV)
Ha, that commute reminds me of my former co-worker at the Washington Navy Yard. He lived on the eastern shore and left his house around 4:30am each morning.
Meerkat, do you go through an oil change every other month with that commute?
Spent 5 hours at MVA getting my bike registered and titled. No one knows anything and rules are ad hoc.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on May 17, 2013, 07:47:00 AM
Meerkat, do you go through an oil change every other month with that commute?
Well, that's the recommended interval...but I stretch it out to once a quarter. With 150k on the old piece of crap, I've become a bit more religious about checking the oil between changes. So far so good....
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63185.msg1167830#msg1167830 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63185.msg1167830#msg1167830)
RealRecognizeReal good luck tommorrow man!....looks like good weather!...make sure you post up your time!
Quote from: zooom on May 17, 2013, 04:00:10 PM
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63185.msg1167830#msg1167830 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63185.msg1167830#msg1167830)
RealRecognizeReal good luck tommorrow man!....looks like good weather!...make sure you post up your time!
Thanks zoom! Weather does look favorable - cool temps and a light shower to cool me down during the run.
Quote from: Meerkat on May 17, 2013, 11:57:03 AM
Well, that's the recommended interval...but I stretch it out to once a quarter. With 150k on the old piece of crap, I've become a bit more religious about checking the oil between changes. So far so good....
Which vehicle has 150K? Not the S2R?
Quote from: tocino on May 18, 2013, 07:08:49 AM
Which vehicle has 150K? Not the S2R?
Probably his Honda.
Yard sale this morning. We hired packers/movers but am doing some of it myself. I'm finding accessories/parts to things I haven't owned in years. It's a damn graveyard in the basement. But I'll be posting up some good schwag soon.
Nearly time for [drink]
Quote from: tocino on May 18, 2013, 07:08:49 AM
Which vehicle has 150K? Not the S2R?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 18, 2013, 08:51:44 AM
Probably his Honda.
LOL...150k on the S2R!!!
The 2003 Acura TL is gonna hit 150k this week...probably Wed.
Quote from: Meerkat on May 18, 2013, 01:40:15 PM
LOL...150k on the S2R!!!
The 2003 Acura TL is gonna hit 150k this week...probably Wed.
I was gonna say!
Quote from: zooom on May 17, 2013, 04:00:10 PM
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63185.msg1167830#msg1167830 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=63185.msg1167830#msg1167830)
RealRecognizeReal good luck tommorrow man!....looks like good weather!...make sure you post up your time!
I crossed the finish line at ~2:09; not as fast as I would have liked but it's all good. It's a well run event and it's really cool having the armed services cheering the runners and operating the water/gatorade stations. You can tell that Fredericksburg really takes pride in hosting everyone. Now it's time for an 12 hour nap ;D ;D
Quote from: Meerkat on May 18, 2013, 01:40:15 PM
LOL...150k on the S2R!!!
Doable, some older monsters are getting up there...
Quote from: Meerkat on May 18, 2013, 01:40:15 PM
The 2003 Acura TL is gonna hit 150k this week...probably Wed.
Oil change every 5000 miles with full synth quality stuff and filter change every other oil & give the engine a couple minutes to warm up on the cold mornings before speeding off. That's about 90% of what the engine needs to live long and prosper... [cheeky]
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on May 19, 2013, 11:43:08 AM
I crossed the finish line at ~2:09; not as fast as I would have liked but it's all good. It's a well run event and it's really cool having the armed services cheering the runners and operating the water/gatorade stations. You can tell that Fredericksburg really takes pride in hosting everyone. Now it's time for an 12 hour nap ;D ;D
congrats on finishing....I am looking forward to getting the same cheering from Armed Forces Personell when I do the Marine Corps Marathon.....sounds like in terms of your times though, if you want to speed up a bit, you should come run with me and my crew sometime(s).
Quote from: zooom on May 19, 2013, 04:55:07 PM
sounds like in terms of your times though, if you want to speed up a bit, you should come run with me and my crew sometime(s).
Will there be nipples and silly pants? [laugh]
Watched my S4R ride away. :(
? ? ? ???
He posted it for sale a bit ago. So I'd assume it sold.
Yesterday, with two helpers, installed new Brembo radial master cylinders & reservoirs, Tizzy front & rear rotors aka Chinese ebay rotors, front & rear sintered pads and partially bled the front brake lines and clutch. Today, finished up the bleeding job with good ole 5.1 DOT.
Managed to get my fist sunburn of the season... [bang]
Two laps of Fountainhead Green & Blue loops. Legs smoked!
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 26, 2013, 11:52:04 AM
Two laps of Fountainhead Green & Blue loops. Legs smoked!
Rode the Duc to White's Ferry yesterday and took the Giant 29er and rode Patapsco this morning
Riding home (GW Parkway) on the M900, I hear this roar over my exhaust. I thought, what the hell is making that sound. Well it turned out to be a red Ferrari, but I couldn't make out which model. As we approach Rosslyn, I pull up beside him and notice the "458 Italia" on his dash. That's one beautiful vehicle.
Just purchased a '97 Miata from Fredericksburg. It has old school manual windows, AC and the 1.8L engine which was important to me especially if there's a Flyin Miata or Bell Engineering turbo kit in its future. Oh yeah - circadas were in full force in Fredericksburg:(
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on May 30, 2013, 10:51:09 AM
Just purchased a '97 Miata from Fredericksburg.
I'll be visiting when I get back ;D ;D ;D
Three laps of Meadowood, on a borrowed Niner.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 01, 2013, 03:58:53 PM
Three laps of Meadowood, on a borrowed Niner.
what did you think about the Niner? Was it a 29er/26er/Full sus/hard tail?
They only make 29ers, hence the name Niner. This particular one is a Jet9. Rides pretty nice, and the suspension design (main reason I'm demoing it, to try the CVA design) tracks really well. The one detractor is that the bike doesn't seem to steer all that intuitively. A lot of 29ers have the issue of slower steering, but this one is a bit different. It takes a bit more effort to initiate the turn, but once you get it going it tries to blow past the the point you wanted the bike to go and into a tighter line. The Jet9 is "known" as an aggressively handling CC race bike, and is supposed to handle very sharply, so I'm wondering if the shop didn't try to tame the steering by putting a longer than necessary fork on it. More riding tomorrow, so we'll see...
More mountain biking. Took the borrowed Niner down to fountainhead for about twelve miles worth. Bike handled these trails much better than yesterday's, but I'm still not sure about it. It definitely likes the faster trails with beamed turns, and doesn't do so well in the tight and twisty stuff. Guess it's more of a west coast design...
http://maps.wera.com/racers/racerprofile.asp?x=1098&rid=9132971402868 (http://maps.wera.com/racers/racerprofile.asp?x=1098&rid=9132971402868)
Took two 4ths and a 5th in the races this past weekend with WERA at Summit Point.
Video from my buddy's R6. Ran a 1:20:868
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkkXWC-KYI0 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkkXWC-KYI0)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img843/2237/dsc02963u.jpg)
(http://imageshack.us/a/img850/9520/dsc02964u.jpg)
Quote from: venomousr1993 on June 03, 2013, 08:29:30 PM
http://maps.wera.com/racers/racerprofile.asp?x=1098&rid=9132971402868 (http://maps.wera.com/racers/racerprofile.asp?x=1098&rid=9132971402868)
Took two 4ths and a 5th in the races this past weekend with WERA at Summit Point.
Video from my buddy's R6. Ran a 1:20:868
Nice! 1:20 is moving!
Well I actually did this 2 weeks ago, but getting Internet access in Australia (at least decent bandwidth + free) is basically not possible.
Sydney Harbor Magic Point Dive (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrvwYGxMs00&feature=youtu.be#)
Got my bike muddy.
anybody else aside from me here running in the Baltimore 10 Miler this weekend?
still cleaning up the mess from the rain and teleworking today.
Rode Bianca to work. ;D ;D ;D
Sold an Ironhead Sportster. More room!
Went to a Santa Cruz demo day at Schaeffer Farms. Rode the TallboyC, Blur TRc and the Bronson.
Dusted off the DA orbital to started the paint correction process on the neglected (PO) Miata. I applied a clay bar, cleaner/polish, swirl/ light scratch remover, glaze and carnuba wax. The paint is almost there but I think the front bumper needs a light rubbing compound to make it really shine.
Yesterday: 45-mile dirt road ride with the wife on cross bikes. Great route from Leesburg to Middleburg to Philomont. About 65% gravel roads, good climbs, great scenery. Gonna hit Fountainhead this morning with wifey and kiddo.
Quote from: JoeP on June 16, 2013, 04:52:29 AM
Gonna hit Fountainhead this morning with wifey and kiddo.
Same here, just not sure when, but hopefully while some folk are still at church.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 16, 2013, 05:34:47 AM
Same here, just not sure when, but hopefully while some folk are still at church.
Did you see all the fire trucks out there? A kid knocked himself out on one of the fast swoopers. Took ems a while before they got to him.
Quote from: JoeP on June 16, 2013, 12:58:17 PM
Did you see all the fire trucks out there? A kid knocked himself out on one of the fast swoopers. Took ems a while before they got to him.
No I didn't. I actually waited a bit and didn't get there until about one o'clock. I saw a guy plant the top of his head into the ground, coming off the first ramp/drop section on the blue loop, out there a few weeks ago though. Dude had no idea who he was after that. We got him to sit and chill for a while, and things
started to come back to him after about half an hour. Ended up walking him out and had EMS waiting for him.
Took the old man and my brother out for a father's day ride.
I think i saw lars on the side of governor's bridge road around 1pm too.
On the side? As in broken down? Or was he just contemplating another ham sammich?
Quote from: tocino on June 15, 2013, 09:21:08 AM
Sold an Ironhead Sportster. More room!
More money.....to race. VIR???? Double header weekend coming up
Quote from: zooom on June 12, 2013, 08:58:39 AM
anybody else aside from me here running in the Baltimore 10 Miler this weekend?
How was it?
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on June 16, 2013, 08:40:34 PM
How was it?
1:31:56....last 3 weeks life slowed down my running schedule to once a week...and it was a hilly course ( the last mile was almost all climb at a pretty good vertical)...so all things considered, it was good, just not as successful as I might have liked as I kinda wanted to break 1:30 on that course....I knew I wasn't going to beat my Cherry Blossom time of 1:24 and change....I had negative splits up till mile 7 or 8 ( I'd have to look at my Garmin watch to get the specifics)I'd do that race again in a heartbeat as it is well run and decent shwag to boot!
Quote from: zooom on June 17, 2013, 05:04:07 AM
1:31:56....last 3 weeks life slowed down my running schedule to once a week...and it was a hilly course ( the last mile was almost all climb at a pretty good vertical)...so all things considered, it was good, just not as successful as I might have liked as I kinda wanted to break 1:30 on that course....I knew I wasn't going to beat my Cherry Blossom time of 1:24 and change....I had negative splits up till mile 7 or 8 ( I'd have to look at my Garmin watch to get the specifics)I'd do that race again in a heartbeat as it is well run and decent shwag to boot!
Congrats on the time! I guess now, you are training for the MCM, correct? Did the Bmore run take you thru Federal Hill, Canton and/or Fells Point?
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on June 17, 2013, 10:11:37 AM
Congrats on the time! I guess now, you are training for the MCM, correct? Did the Bmore run take you thru Federal Hill, Canton and/or Fells Point?
Baltimore Zoo to Lake Montibello and back....basically....
yes...formal traning plan starts on the 26th....but will be running to keep up till that point....
Watched my debit card go up in smoke...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 19, 2013, 04:33:51 PM
Watched my debit card go up in smoke...
Guns & ammo?
Enjoyed a pleasant walk home with Bianca... [laugh]
Out a gas? Or?
Quote from: Slide Panda on June 21, 2013, 05:08:07 PM
Or?
Plenty of gas in the tank, so it's either electrical or dirty carbs... probably the former. [roll]
Mr Brown Van Man brought me a present.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/image-2_zpsc6e4f117.jpeg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/b_upton/media/image-2_zpsc6e4f117.jpeg.html)
Roger on the Niner?
Um, I wouldnt be caught dead on such a faddish contraption!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2013, 01:06:14 PM
Nope. Picked up a Santa Cruz.
Congrats. Which model? I test rode one at the DC area dealer. They are nice [thumbsup]
I love those 29ers... I would love to test ride a full suspension 29er
Quote from: MonstaS2R on June 28, 2013, 01:17:13 PM
Which model?
Tallboy Carbon. They had a demo event a few weeks ago up at Schaeffer Farm. Did a couple laps and that was all it took. By far the most neutral handling of any 29er that I had ridden so far.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/image_zps39903551.jpeg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/b_upton/media/image_zps39903551.jpeg.html)
[bow_down]
And now i know why your credit card exploded. [clap]
Fixed it.
No credit on that. Don't finance toys.
Nice ride Ben
Took the kid for a ride (Gambrill State Park):
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2840/9171121800_b9f33fbced_z.jpg)
Gotta come with me next time, Ben. Tallboy will make easy work of those rocks!
I sceered. :D
Took the new bike out for its maiden voyage at Meadowood. Thing is much faster than I am.
Moved the fam down the street to Shirlington and lost about 5 pounds in the process. Many thanks to my partner in crime!
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/photo_zps49c1bb60.jpg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/b_upton/media/photo_zps49c1bb60.jpg.html)
Fountainhead. Got a loop in before they closed it.
Why did they close it?
Wet
Took a chance and rode out to WVA on the new Q3s. Despite the forecast I was blessed with dry asphalt all day.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on June 29, 2013, 06:11:10 PM
Moved the fam down the street to Shirlington and lost about 5 pounds in the process. Many thanks to my partner in crime!
my neck of the woods! We're now on the east side of 395 - but my previous place was in Windgate II. About .5 miles west from the resturants
Quote from: Slide Panda on July 01, 2013, 07:51:58 AM
my neck of the woods! We're now on the east side of 395 - but my previous place was in Windgate II. About .5 miles west from the resturants
I'm living on prime real estate - across the street from a 7-Eleven.I can already tell it's easy to get distracted by the female eye candy walking their dogs ;D
That's 1 block from where I was - at the dead end of Wakefield. Watch out for traffic coming from out of 'Courtbridge' the grey places on the hill at the end of Wakefield. They have a stop sign, but 99.9% never stop. I was walking my pooch one morning and an ACPD officer had parallel parked in plain sight directly across from that stop sign on the far side of Wakefield, was standing, in plain sight outside of his ride busting people for ignoring the stop sign. The officer wasn't even trying to be sneaky, put himself at some obscured sightline or anything and people just didn't see hi, right freaking there. About the only thing he didn't do was turn on the lights and wear a hi-vis vest.
Quote from: Real Recognize Real on July 01, 2013, 08:23:27 AM
I can already tell it's easy to get distracted by the female eye candy walking their dogs ;D
Oh, yeah! [evil] [evil] [evil] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Decided to drive the Disco to work today: nice relaxed drive with the windows down, sunroofs open and Sinatra (Duets) in the background. ;D
Finally on the reassembly side of the Monsters work. Injectors came back from service so they went back in as did the new starter solenoid. Got the motolectric cables in the other week and all connected today. Turns over with a gusto now. Some more tidy and reassembly before the road again - but looks like bump starts are in the past
Took the mtn bike to Fountainhead for a short sprint ride, sold the S4 to an oil guy in Houston and did some work. I'd call that a productive day.
Thought about riding Fountainhead after work today. Went to Meadowood instead. Sure does suck living evenly between the two locations...
Turned on the heated grips.... [laugh]
Hah :) Beautiful weather this morning.
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 25, 2013, 07:41:26 AM
Turned on the heated grips.... [laugh]
poor circulation there old man?
nah man - it felt positively chilly this morning after that heat wave. Walking the pooch before dawn in shorts and T got me the goose bumps.
I'm loving the weather, just needs getting used to. [Dolph]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on July 26, 2013, 06:25:06 AM
I'm loving the weather, just needs getting used to. [Dolph]
T'was nice meeting you and that beautiful white bike this morning haha
Makes me wanna start riding to work again! ;D
Rode into work this morning and it was 65° in Atlanta. That's unheard of for this time of year.
Quote from: shortbus on July 30, 2013, 04:59:32 AM
T'was nice meeting you and that beautiful white bike this morning haha
Makes me wanna start riding to work again! ;D
Thanks, you made my day! ;D
Quote from: Steve.In.Atlanta on July 30, 2013, 06:00:41 AM
Rode into work this morning and it was 65° in Atlanta. That's unheard of for this time of year.
I tell you....if it weren't for the fact that I know I wouldn't make the same money and be able to have a similar living situation...I'd love to be down there...even if my brother lives there ( though I love his house and the neighborhood you guys live in-especially the farmers market in the park because of that damn good local yogurt)
Quote from: zooom on July 30, 2013, 06:09:53 AM
I tell you....if it weren't for the fact that I know I wouldn't make the same money and be able to have a similar living situation...I'd love to be down there...even if my brother lives there ( though I love his house and the neighborhood you guys live in-especially the farmers market in the park because of that damn good local yogurt)
You never know, you may be able to make the same money. The only downside to living in downtown is the haul to get up to the mountains. That's one of the few things I miss about living in Chattanooga, a quick mountain ride started on the street behind my house. The Grant Park Farmer's market is even bigger this year, it's insane.
Quote from: Steve.In.Atlanta on July 30, 2013, 06:14:01 AM
You never know, you may be able to make the same money. The only downside to living in downtown is the haul to get up to the mountains. That's one of the few things I miss about living in Chattanooga, a quick mountain ride started on the street behind my house. The Grant Park Farmer's market is even bigger this year, it's insane.
yeah, it is pretty much the same here, so that portion of getting out to get to "good" riding is something I am currently used to....as far as the growth of the farmers market....well...it has indeed grown and has many good offerings...just next time you eat some of that tropical sweet heat or the port wine and black cherry, think of me...LOL
and for the other CAM'mers reading this and wondering, this-> http://atlantafresh.com/ (http://atlantafresh.com/) is the awesomesauce when it comes to greek yogurt.
Put a Nobby Nic on the front and went to Fountainhed.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/photo_zpse26e8bfd.jpg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/b_upton/media/photo_zpse26e8bfd.jpg.html)
Did the whole of skyline drive today. What a great road!
Quote from: Jdan on August 08, 2013, 04:34:55 PM
Did the whole of skyline drive today. What a great road!
Was hoping to do that this year. Did about 1/2 last year on the way back from Roanoke.
High on my priorities for next summer.
Quote from: Jdan on August 08, 2013, 04:34:55 PM
Did the whole of skyline drive today. What a great road!
Were you on that beautiful black Multistrada?
Skyline is a nice road if you hit it when it is free of traffic and [leo]
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 04, 2013, 07:29:53 PM
Put a Nobby Nic on the front and went to Fountainhed.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/photo_zpse26e8bfd.jpg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/b_upton/media/photo_zpse26e8bfd.jpg.html)
How far is fountain head from dc? Single track? dc
Quote from: ducati culture on August 13, 2013, 01:29:48 PM
How far is fountain head from dc? Single track? dc
It's right next to Clifton, if you're familiar with that area. Over all, I'd say it's about half an hour's drive assuming traffic isn't too bad. Yeah, I know. Could barely type that with a straight face. ;) The trails there are mostly singletrack, with a few sections being slightly wider; never wide enough to be considered a fire road though. Guess it all depends on what you compare it to, as it's rarely narrow enough to be considered singletrack by "alpine" CO trails, but... You get the idea. Best way to get there would be 123S from FFX-CP, then turn onto Hampton Rd at the fire station. Stay on Hampton and you'll see the entrance to the park.
Quote from: potomacduc on August 12, 2013, 02:55:13 PM
Were you on that beautiful black Multistrada?
Skyline is a nice road if you hit it when it is free of traffic and [leo]
Yep! It was my first real ride on it since purchase and it really blew me away.
Only got one ticket!
Quote from: Jdan on August 13, 2013, 06:15:50 PM
Only got one ticket!
The pay us some money sort? Or the "come back and see us" sort?
Quote from: Jdan on August 13, 2013, 06:15:50 PM
Yep! It was my first real ride on it since purchase and it really blew me away.
Only got one ticket!
;D and :'( all in the same message!
I'm glad you're enjoying the Multi. At the risk of being a broken record, it's a great all-around bike, but just magical on the right roads.
Hopefully the ticket was a minor nick. Even for small tickets, going to court is worth some consideration.
Weds, got mildly poisoned by some sort of chlorine gas exposure. Some genius had the stunning notion of mixing bleach and something like Ammonia or an acid based cleaner in the bathroom of the place I was grabbing lunch.
A quick trip to the can for a leak left me with flop sweats, burning eyes, throat and lungs and coughing up a little bit of clear goop from the irritation. Put me on my ass for about 36 hours.
Yeah, so if you go in a place that smells like bleach, but a bit wrong, go some place else. The restaurant and a touch of bleachy, but not right smell as soon as we walked in. I happened to win the unlucky lotto by finding the source and getting a full strength dose.
Quote from: Slide Panda on August 30, 2013, 05:58:38 AM
Weds, got mildly poisoned by some sort of chlorine gas exposure. Some genius had the stunning notion of mixing bleach and something like Ammonia or an acid based cleaner in the bathroom of the place I was grabbing lunch.
A quick trip to the can for a leak left me with flop sweats, burning eyes, throat and lungs and coughing up a little bit of clear goop from the irritation. Put me on my ass for about 36 hours.
Yeah, so if you go in a place that smells like bleach, but a bit wrong, go some place else. The restaurant and a touch of bleachy, but not right smell as soon as we walked in. I happened to win the unlucky lotto by finding the source and getting a full strength dose.
did you happen to let the place know?!?!?!
Yes.
That's messed up. Hopefully no lasting damage.
Doesn't seem so. Exposure was pretty short - Unfortunately longer than none. Since I'd committed to a course of action before I realized that the bathroom was the source of the gas/vapor etc.
Knocked me on my ass that day, and good bit of Thursday. But seems the effects are mostly gone now. Still tired - but not so much I can differentiate that tired from the new parent tired. Eyes are throat a still a tiny bit irritated, but improved.
So yeah don't play with bleach kids.
what did the establishment say they would do for you?
Just started 'rise of warrior cop' by Radley balko
Rode the GS up to Michaux in PA: nice! ;D Discovered rt550 (off rt15), pretty well paved and good fun! [Dolph]
Only glitch was when Mr Garmin thought taking a "drivable trail" (Bricker Clearing Trail) would be a good idea. Here's what the road trail looks like.
Bricker Clearing Trail (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6sZ0WFJ6po#)
If I had been with a group, I would have attempted it (SP? DC? [evil]) . But it was too much of a risk to go solo... :'( The rest of the roads were in very good (relatively speaking) condition. Didn't get as much respite from the heat as I had hoped, tho.
Did you cross yourself @ 2:15?
Yeah, that's the sort of road you want a buddy, or at least a SPOT and some resereve fuel bottles
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 02, 2013, 10:20:50 AM
Did you cross yourself @ 2:15?
Sure did! You can hear me saying it (in Sicilian): "Signu 'ra Cruci, 'u Signore m'aiuti". Literally "Sign of the Cross, may God help me". Ironically soon after I just said "f**k it", and turned around :-[
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 02, 2013, 10:20:50 AM
Yeah, that's the sort of road you want a buddy, or at least a SPOT and some resereve fuel bottles
The area isn't so isolated to be scary, I wouldn't even have attempted it otherwise. Probably doable solo on a smaller 250cc bike. And the trail ends at the Penn State-Mont Alto campus.
My main concern was the effort required to move the (400lb) GS, getting stuck in the mud, having to leave the bike and walking (a mile or so, map
here (http://binged.it/1agumpU)) back to civilization.
Having a buddy or two makes it much easier and safer: when one guy is stuck, the other(s) help push the bike and get sprayed with mud! [laugh]
Shucked the Q2 and spooned on some Q3s. Installed a faster cam Throttle tube and new grips on the KTM. front tire, not so bad to break th bead. But that rear.... What a pain.
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 07, 2013, 06:48:22 PM
front tire, not so bad to break th bead. But that rear.... What a pain.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I feel your pain, been there with the front Michelin T63 on the GS. Not too bad when warm, but a total b**ch when cold! [bang]
pffft child's play!
This was a 160 sport tire.
Those 130 DS tires... ha! I pop those with a boot
Went a little nuts at total beverage...
Trying to submit my letter of resignation but I can't find anyone in the chain of command to submit it to. Maybe I'll just phone it in...
Quote from: Autohag on September 17, 2013, 08:19:08 AM
Trying to submit my letter of resignation but I can't find anyone in the chain of command to submit it to. Maybe I'll just phone it in...
do a batch email with it attached
Quote from: Autohag on September 17, 2013, 08:19:08 AM
Trying to submit my letter of resignation but I can't find anyone in the chain of command to submit it to. Maybe I'll just phone it in...
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KhJUu4oxeoI/TFQEWxo8zuI/AAAAAAAABRw/hVTG3yRYA0I/s1600/tumblr_l6ajbtnMDP1qb445e.png)
Quote from: Autohag on September 17, 2013, 08:19:08 AM
Trying to submit my letter of resignation but I can't find anyone in the chain of command to submit it to. Maybe I'll just phone it in...
Not sure if Blue Moon would hire you man...
I had a phone interview. i wanna write a letter of resignation.
Bought a vacuum press. Looking forward to making some cool curved wood products.
Quote from: rgramjet on September 17, 2013, 01:46:42 PM
Bought a vacuum press. Looking forward to making some cool curved wood products.
Cant you do carbon fiber with a vacuum press?
Quote from: Steve.In.Atlanta on September 17, 2013, 03:27:34 PM
Cant you do carbon fiber with a vacuum press?
Yes, yes one can!
My crazy brother in law is building a gyrocopter out of cf using a vacuum press. He's got some mad cf skillz.
Quote from: rgramjet on September 17, 2013, 03:57:11 PM
Yes, yes one can!
My crazy brother in law is building a gyrocopter out of cf using a vacuum press. He's got some mad cf skillz.
Can I come over and fab all my plastic stuff into carbon?
Quote from: Steve.In.Atlanta on September 17, 2013, 03:58:50 PM
Can I come over and fab all my plastic stuff into carbon?
Fo sho! It will have to be byob.....bring your own bag!
www.fiberglast.com (//http://) is your friend.
Put an Apex trigger kit into the new pistol.
Quote from: Steve.In.Atlanta on September 17, 2013, 01:34:26 PM
I had a phone interview. i wanna write a letter of resignation.
relocating or staying down yonder way?
Quote from: Autohag on September 17, 2013, 08:19:08 AM
Trying to submit my letter of resignation but I can't find anyone in the chain of command to submit it to. Maybe I'll just phone it in...
Don't show up and see what happens. Make sure you report in on occasion.
Rode to work this morning which is way better than sitting in a cage to work ;D
This afternoon I'm getting married (civil) to the love of my life! [beer]
(http://i664.photobucket.com/albums/vv5/xcatinis/AE4446EF-F63E-42B2-8F6B-218D19AE6C10-304-0000001A43D6E25A_zpsa6f477f5.jpg)
Hopefully it's civil - don't want folks being all bad mannered n stuff ;D
Congrats!
hahaha well it's not the religious wedding yet but yes! Thanks!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: shortbus on September 19, 2013, 08:07:01 AM
hahaha well it's not the religious wedding yet but yes! Thanks!! [thumbsup]
Oh I know - 'twas a pun.
Quote from: Slide Panda on September 19, 2013, 08:17:14 AM
Oh I know - 'twas a pun.
Made me think of something I read today:
"It's hard to explain puns to kleptomaniacs because they always take things literally."
haha
congrats shortbus!
I'm not a thief! [laugh] I got both jokes no worries!
Thanks folks ;D
I just ordered my new rear tire for the Katoom. Part of me really wants to go and do a smokey burnout on what is left of the old one for giggles.
Quote from: zooom on September 23, 2013, 10:45:45 AM
I just ordered my new rear tire for the Katoom. Part of me really wants to go and do a smokey burnout on what is left of the old one for giggles.
Youtube was created for just such important moments. The tube needs your content.
Quote from: potomacduc on September 25, 2013, 03:51:50 PM
Youtube was created for just such important moments. The tube needs your content.
hahahahahaa....duly noted....LMAO.
Got a boot cast on my left ankle....was unloading a friends bike in the dark Sunday night. Trying to rush since someone was trying to get by while unloading the trailer, rolled my ankle and got a slight fracture with ligament damage.
Rode all season with no injuries and this happens ???
Well, looks like I've got a lot of time to spend cycling now.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on September 30, 2013, 08:36:05 PM
Got a boot cast on my left ankle....was unloading a friends bike in the dark Sunday night. Trying to rush since someone was trying to get by while unloading the trailer, rolled my ankle and got a slight fracture with ligament damage.
Rode all season with no injuries and this happens ???
Man i feel bad about this...
Quote from: venomousr1993 on September 30, 2013, 08:36:05 PM
Rode all season with no injuries and this happens ???
Look at it this way: better now than at the beginning of the season. Get well man!
As for myself: signed a couple letters and cleaned up my desk. Without making this too political: what a bunch of stupid, arrogant, selfish, hypocritical, assholes! [puke]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on September 30, 2013, 08:36:05 PM
Got a boot cast on my left ankle....was unloading a friends bike in the dark Sunday night. Trying to rush since someone was trying to get by while unloading the trailer, rolled my ankle and got a slight fracture with ligament damage.
Argh! How long in the cast?
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 01, 2013, 07:02:36 AM
As for myself: signed a couple letters and cleaned up my desk. Without making this too political: what a bunch of stupid, arrogant, selfish, hypocritical, assholes! [puke]
I blame the Lobbyists....and by default on here- bobspapa !!!
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on October 01, 2013, 07:02:36 AM
As for myself: signed a couple letters and cleaned up my desk. Without making this too political: what a bunch of stupid, arrogant, selfish, hypocritical, assholes! [puke]
At least if gives you some extra time to spend with the 990 [thumbsup]
Quote from: tocino on October 01, 2013, 07:12:51 AM
Argh! How long in the cast?
Soft boot cast...they say 6 weeks. I will hopefully have it off just in time to do the last race with WERA in November. Lots of bruising and swelling. As long as I can get a race boot on, I'll go...just too bad it is my shifting foot and rotation of the ankle is nill right now.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 02, 2013, 08:18:22 PM
Soft boot cast...they say 6 weeks. I will hopefully have it off just in time to do the last race with WERA in November. Lots of bruising and swelling. As long as I can get a race boot on, I'll go...just too bad it is my shifting foot and rotation of the ankle is nill right now.
Thumb shifter!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: venomousr1993 on October 02, 2013, 08:18:22 PM
Soft boot cast...they say 6 weeks. I will hopefully have it off just in time to do the last race with WERA in November. Lots of bruising and swelling. As long as I can get a race boot on, I'll go...just too bad it is my shifting foot and rotation of the ankle is nill right now.
put a toe slider on it and go through tech inspection with it
some video from Sunday...putting around getting stomped on by the local boys on RSVR's and 1098/1198s.
NJMP RIDER VIEW SESSION 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4VqkussYN0#)
YOU TUBE EDIT NJMP SHORT PM Session RED FLAG (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3Vy0D4ROpE#)
Escalated hostilities...
Got a proper track bike
Participated in the Keystone Classic BBQ competition. Was in in Harrisburg, PA, at the convention center.
I drew ribs, turn in was today at 12:30. Waiting for results now.
My ribs placed 18/55. Woo Hoo!
Saw "Rush" (the movie, not the band) on Saturday. Highly recommended.
Quote from: tocino on October 07, 2013, 11:15:14 AM
Saw "Rush" (the movie, not the band) on Saturday. Highly recommended.
it was a VERY good film indeed....I need to see Gravity next in 3D...
+2 for Rush, wife and I enjoyed it very much, though for different reasons... [laugh]
Practiced snaking a drain... [puke] [puke] [puke]
Shined up the tank and seat on the RD400. Cleaned up nice! Chrome parts are pitted and fe-d. The license plate expired in 1982.......wouldn't be surprised if the gas is that old.
Quote from: rgramjet on October 30, 2013, 05:20:37 PM
Shined up the tank and seat on the RD400. Cleaned up nice! Chrome parts are pitted and fe-d. The license plate expired in 1982.......wouldn't be surprised if the gas is that old.
Pics?
And I think they're calling that "patina" nowadays. :)
+1 on the RD pics.
Someday I will own a streetable two-stroke...someday!
(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae283/cromofanatic/Mobile%20Uploads/20131029_171008_zpsda8sphod.jpg) (http://s980.photobucket.com/user/cromofanatic/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20131029_171008_zpsda8sphod.jpg.html)
(http://i980.photobucket.com/albums/ae283/cromofanatic/Mobile%20Uploads/20131029_171058_zpsqydzav5m.jpg) (http://s980.photobucket.com/user/cromofanatic/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20131029_171058_zpsqydzav5m.jpg.html)
That front tire is toast...Can see where it sat so long the tire split.
Doesn't matter. He doesn't know how to ride it anyway.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on December 08, 2013, 03:46:04 PM
That front tire is toast...Can see where it sat so long the tire split.
Cmon man, that tires fine......a lil air, maybe a lil slime, its got another 4-5k, easy!
;D
Both front and rear are locked up. So far all I've time to do is clean it up and get rid of the backrest.
Quote from: rgramjet on December 09, 2013, 05:26:40 AM
Cmon man, that tires fine......a lil air, maybe a lil slime, its got another 4-5k, easy!
;D
Duct tape! Those tires have
patina, man. (For replacements I like the Avon RoadRiders - although might not be sporty enough for the mighty RD)
Quote from: rgramjet on December 09, 2013, 05:26:40 AM
Both front and rear are locked up. So far all I've time to do is clean it up and get rid of the backrest.
What year is it? It's in really good shape. If you lose the backrest you wont have that sweet zippered pouch. Just sayin' ;D
Very nice. What's the plan, just get it safe/ridable, a full restoration or cafe custom like all the kids are doing?
Haven't decided yet. I love a ratty cafe bike but I think this bike has really good bones and low miles.
I am in the research phase. Thanks for the Avon tire suggestion.
70 miles on the Seven this weekend.
Well, not just today, but over the last few months...
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2808/12647732143_2c666b5eba_z.jpg)
The rest of the pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pinoy1x1/sets/72157639060130856/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/pinoy1x1/sets/72157639060130856/)
Hoping to get it on the road by spring.
Like that seat
Pulled the two bikes out of the garage before this season starts...Over the winter they got a little refresh, white plates and new numbers for 2014.
2013 ZX6R: A Bike
-Got a new GP 25mm Cart kit in the front with .95 and 1.0 springs
-Refresh of the Ohlins rear shock
-Inspected all the bearings, regreased and re torqued. (Note to riders....Kawasaki had hardly any grease on the triple bearings. If you have the ability, please check yours)
-Changed the slip on from a FMF Apex to a Werkes USA shorty pipe.
-Still need to get it on the dyno to tune it for MR12
2007 CBR 600RR: B B ike and Rain Bike..this bike is so easy to ride!
-Refreshed the Ohlins TTX shocks and front forks
-Checked and regreased the swingarm and triple bearings
-New windscreen and used PSR case covers
(http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk94/venomousr1993/FEB2014.jpg) (http://s278.photobucket.com/user/venomousr1993/media/FEB2014.jpg.html)
(http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk94/venomousr1993/FEB20142.jpg) (http://s278.photobucket.com/user/venomousr1993/media/FEB20142.jpg.html)
(http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk94/venomousr1993/FEB20143.jpg) (http://s278.photobucket.com/user/venomousr1993/media/FEB20143.jpg.html)
[thumbsup]
Actually started working on the neglected race bike (800SS). Basically just some cleaning and removed a bunch of crash damaged stuff in prep for new fairing stay, rearsets, bodywork and mufflers. Now I either learn how to adjust the valves or take it somewhere.
Quote from: tocino on March 02, 2014, 08:10:18 AM
Now I either learn how to adjust the valves or take it somewhere.
Figure it out and then come do mine. :D
Quote from: tocino on March 02, 2014, 08:10:18 AM
Actually started working on the neglected race bike (800SS). Basically just some cleaning and removed a bunch of crash damaged stuff in prep for new fairing stay, rearsets, bodywork and mufflers. Now I either learn how to adjust the valves or take it somewhere.
Only 5 rounds this year with WERA and only 1 SP round >:(. Are you gonna be ready for 5/10-5/11? There is also the Ducati days at VIR on 4/21-4/22 with Cornerspeed.
Quote from: venomousr1993 on March 02, 2014, 06:30:33 PM
Only 5 rounds this year with WERA and only 1 SP round >:(. Are you gonna be ready for 5/10-5/11? There is also the Ducati days at VIR on 4/21-4/22 with Cornerspeed.
While I hope to be ready for May, I'll be out of town that weekend. The Cornerspeed thing might be good as a warm-up, but I'll look to do a Summit day first, since it's closer. There's a also an AHRMA race at Road America a friend is involved with that I want to go to in June; while they're mostly vintage they do have a few modern twins classes.
I might have to actually get a CCS license to be able to race before August. WTF WERA?
your sister
Quote from: tocino on March 02, 2014, 08:10:18 AM
learn how to adjust the valves or take it somewhere.
Valves on that 800 should be easy. Git with it
And for me today... mildly regretting my grand notion of hill sprints pushing an extra 50 pounds
Just got the shim kit and some tools from EMS. Figured for the price of bringing it somewhere once I could just destroy the motor, I mean be able to do it myself.
Ben, I'm afraid the Sport Classics use 7mm shims and my 800 and 900 use 8mm, but if you get the 7mm shim kit we can ruin the motors together. ;)
Cycled through horse country.
http://app.strava.com/activities/129506195 (http://app.strava.com/activities/129506195)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2014, 02:00:51 PM
Cycled through horse country.
http://app.strava.com/activities/129506195 (http://app.strava.com/activities/129506195)
Hmm, I wonder if you were one of the many cyclists I passed?
Quote from: Autohag on April 14, 2014, 09:25:40 AM
Hmm, I wonder if you were one of the many cyclists I passed?
Were you driving or riding?
Took my Mal to Shirlington Dog Park.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 14, 2014, 01:21:46 PM
Were you driving or riding?
Riding. Solo. I was on the R1.
Got a new toy: 2008 WR250X
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-AlyfSv2hSxk/U1WkGhy4QMI/AAAAAAAAEGM/rqhmm4uERT4/w1598-h899-no/20140421_151532.jpg)
Wasn't sure if I wanted a bicycle or a motorcycle, I figured this pretty much splits it in the middle. [laugh]
That a 16.5" front?
And don't listen to it's whispers of 'You can jsut ride down that small set of stairs.. at least when people are around
Quote from: Slide Panda on April 23, 2014, 06:52:11 AM
That a 16.5" front?
17" front and back.
The thing is so light and flickable, it's ridiculous! When I need to move it around the garage I lean it against my right hip, grab the muffler and lift. [laugh]
Quote from: The Mad King Pepe' on April 22, 2014, 09:44:11 AM
Wasn't sure if I wanted a bicycle or a motorcycle, I figured this pretty much splits it in the middle. [laugh]
So I guess that means you can ride it on bike paths and lanes! ;D
Went through a LOT of ammo today.
Got my fancy new helmet in the mail.
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Helmet.jpg)
That's fancy.
Screwed up the clutch center hub on my 900SS. Grrrr. [bang]
Got this: :)
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Griso/Griso_June28_800.jpg)
Quote from: tocino on June 29, 2014, 07:04:22 AM
Got this: :)
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Griso/Griso_June28_800.jpg)
Woah. nice!
I saw someone riding one of these in Leesburg last weekend... Looked really sweet. [thumbsup]
Quote from: tocino on June 29, 2014, 07:04:22 AM
Got this: :)
(http://stevebacon.org/images/Griso/Griso_June28_800.jpg)
[drool]
It's a really well built bike - quality is better than expected (I will blame Piaggio :)). I like the side-mounted radiator - keep Austin Guzzi Weird.
When riding, it feels a lot lighter than it is. Brakes are great and motor has really good torque. It has the same lean fueling issues that my S2R had, but it's curable on the Guzzi - free software in fact (although free as in free-beer, not open source free)
Nice touches: stainless brake lines from the factory and the brake and shifter ends are on eccentrics so there's a little adjustability there. Levers are generic, but I guess they want Pazzo to make some money :) Only real annoyance are the warning stickers on the tank - but I guess all bikes come with these, but still - a pain to get off.
Definitely needs a windscreen or even a small flyscreen above 80 because of the wide bars. I can't believe the new Monster 1200 doesn't have *something* as it's making even more HP and at 50 lbs less.
Congrats on the purchase. The Griso has always been a great looking bike and one I'd like to have alongside my Multistrada.
Woke up this morning to find some asshat knocked over my bike, picked it up and didn't leave a calling card.
Such is my luck
D-bags...
Fetch the spoons!
Quote from: Slide Panda on July 03, 2014, 07:38:58 AM
D-bags...
Fetch the spoons!
Found out it was an old guy after chatting with the neighbors. He asked a random stranger to help pick it up and then took off. Time to make'em pay. Only cosmetic damage but $1K worth.
Rode a Gran Fondo today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744 (http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 20, 2014, 05:09:20 PM
Rode a Gran Fondo today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744 (http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744)
What's a Gran Fondo?
They don't make a seat comfortable enough for me to ride 81 miles in the same day, let alone same week!
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 20, 2014, 05:09:20 PM
Rode a Gran Fondo today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744 (http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744)
Damn dude! 4 1/2+ hours, 81 1/2 miles, 2 PRs? Nice job.
And you can replace all those calories burned with 17 Guinness'!
I completed the main deck that is part of the deck extension project I'm working on at home. Time for this: [drink]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 20, 2014, 05:09:20 PM
Rode a Gran Fondo today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744 (http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744)
Woot! Ride this one with me: http://alpineloopgranfondo.com/ (http://alpineloopgranfondo.com/)! It's got some timed KOM sections, but mostly just a good time riding and eating stuff.
Ouch. That sucks. Good thing you found out who it was.
Quote from: MonstaS2R on July 03, 2014, 02:55:10 PM
Found out it was an old guy after chatting with the neighbors. He asked a random stranger to help pick it up and then took off. Time to make'em pay. Only cosmetic damage but $1K worth.
Engaged in a bit of home occupational therapy after 6 weeks of having my right arm immobilized. In this case, armoring up the track bike with some Woodcraft goodies.
Arm's still weak and stiff as all hell, but getting better.
Peddled up to White's Ferry.
http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523 (http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523)
Got my own pedal pusher a couple weeks back. Today busted out the rental tools and installed some head bearings on the Duc
Just accepted a new job offer today. Moving to New Mexico after I get back to the states in the summer.
Can you say where in NM?
Sure can. WAY down in the south, in Las Cruces.
I imagine you can have a lot of fun on two wheels there, motorized or not. I know it's a ways in the future still... but good luck with the new gig and digs.
Thanks man
Get yourself an off road ride. Lots to explore out west.
Hope you like ruddy-tan lots of that down there. But otherwise, pretty place to live. I'll be back out west one day.
Installed new control arms ,sway bars links h@r springs and KONIS on daughters 328.