Got my Daytona fixed!!! wt: But, they did not flash the ecu with the new code. :( The lead tech said that everyone who had that map loaded complained about low rpm stuttering and ended up going back to stock. Kind of sucks considering that this is my "fun" bike and I don't really worry about low speed stuff on it now seeing how I commute on the Duc...
Today is children's mental health awareness day, so I got up early and did some sign waving at the Capitol. I'll be there again this afternoon from about 3:45 'til 5:30. If you guys see us waving signs, please give a honk!
Speaking of 5:30, that would be a sweet time to swing over to la mariana! ;D
yeah, R-lo! you'll be close enough... at least show face :)
let's see... woke up, feelin' kinda pukey, but went to work anyway.
Did you 'chuck in the lathe?
I don't run lathes, but no.
my WL said I should puke in the boy's coolant sump ;:| ;:| ;:|
Finally got the chance to open the Daytona up today. Ripped it up to around 8000+ and ended up topping out around 115. :D
I got the clutch fixed on the 999 and did some hard pulls down the highway. No comment about the speed but the clutch didn't slip. wt: The immobilizer continues to plague it still. (675???) Good thing the Monster runs so sweet right now. Ran it up to 9K in the first three gears tonight coming home. Thought I'd serenade Enchanted Lakes with a different tune than they usually hear. :e:v Earplugs are in order. (675???)
675?
Ben, was your 115 on our run today?
Yep. Was tempted to take it higher, but didn't really want to peg the motor too high quite yet. This thing is geared REALLY low!
I was tempted to follow, just out of curiousirty, but i did not. i cannot type tonight;
There is always "next time". ;) I sure can't wait to get a cool thousand on this thing so I can really let it zing.
Today I went to Domenico's and looked at another Nightster. This one was all black. There was also a 1200 Sportster in the 105th Anniversary livery. I have to say that I didn't like the Nighster in all black.
Later in the afternoon, I bought a . . . . . suit. :o :o :o I haven't owned one in years and haven't worn one for as far back as i can recall off hand. BUT, we have this mainland wedding to go to so I had to get one. I don't think the bride and groom would appreciate me showing up in an aloha shirt and khakis!
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 11, 2008, 02:22:45 AM
There is always "next time". ;) I sure can't wait to get a cool thousand on this thing so I can really let it zing.
I can only hope that once your bike is run in it doesn't sound like a damn fog horn while you're on it... ;D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 11, 2008, 04:30:41 AM
I can only hope that once your bike is run in it doesn't sound like a damn fog horn while you're on it... ;D
Dude, that wasn't the bike. That was me busting ass as I went by and crop-dusting all over you. ;D
nope. my intial impression once you got out in front was that it sounded like a fog horn, the tone broken up by every gear shift.
working on painting my belt covers, and varmint hunting in between [evil]
Quote from: herm on May 11, 2008, 12:10:41 PM
varmint hunting in between [evil]
SWEET!! Whatcha using?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 11, 2008, 12:49:31 PM
SWEET!! Whatcha using?
a .177 pellet rifle w/ scope
firing far more rounds than i am hitting the little make the beast with two backsers, but that in itself is somewhat therapeutic.
got to ride charlie's vmax today...
You are such a friggen tease, we have to drag it out of you........ whadya think?
was typing it up in R-lo's cruiser thd [thumbsup]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 11, 2008, 05:28:48 PM
was typing it up in R-lo's cruiser thd [thumbsup]
Must go there! Well, after I open a beer. ;)
What did I do today? Well, let's see...
Worked, got rained on, got Alex signed up for MSF class, got Alex some gloves, got home, got new parts, got beer, getting dinner. ;)
slept off slight tequila headache, went to the docs, flirted a bit more w/the cute RNA, got blood taken... again... went to SS to order new barrel, ate some completely mediocre sushi, and home.
class. cookies. crappy homework.
Mmmmm cookies... ;)
met with productivity consultants today.
hit up chili's for some blue moon and surprisingly tasty piece of fish.
and I should be asleep right now.
Had THE GREATEST, most lax PT test ever.
Had slightly less great language class.
Had pork chops.
just recieved some meat loaf from the girl.
and just to make sure in case it was spiked w/roofies, I locked the door after she left. [laugh]
ok. but seriously though... she cooked me meat loaf! how am I supposed to interpret this sort of thing???
uhh, which girl?
More importantly, how's the meatloaf?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 14, 2008, 10:30:43 PM
ok. but seriously though... she cooked me meat loaf! how am I supposed to interpret this sort of thing???
Dude, it's only meatloaf. ;) But on second thought, you might be required to stick it in her butt... 8)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 15, 2008, 07:39:34 AM
Dude, it's only meatloaf. ;) But on second thought, you might be required to stick it in her butt... 8)
The meatloaf? Eww.
nicole.
she actually drove up to my place from aiea in order to drop it off.
weird ass kids.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 15, 2008, 02:05:43 PM
nicole.
she actually drove up to my place from aiea in order to drop it off.
weird ass kids.
She's weird, or she has weird kids? Both?
The meatloaf part could be a good thing, especially if it's good meatloaf. And not the way Ben meant. What a sicko.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 15, 2008, 02:05:43 PM
weird ass kids.
kids from one of these (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Donkey_1_arp_750px.jpg)?
Back on topic:
went to medical
got some shots
spent many hours sick.
did they give me the flu? Oh yeah, they did.
Dude, that really sucks! Sorry to hear about that.
[laugh]
I meant she's a weird kid.
Quote from: elTristo on May 15, 2008, 05:56:04 PM
did they give me the flu? Oh yeah, they did.
flu shot? that means you have a cold.
you never get the flu, because you've already got a cold!
I did make the beast with two backs all today, because the job got f'd in the a. but I did run into supply girl. twice, even... she was annoyed by the fact I make so much money to "just sit around" [laugh]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 15, 2008, 09:18:58 PM
she was annoyed by the fact I make so much money to "just sit around" [laugh]
That will all change as soon as you start spending all that money on her. ;)
she's def. a looker, I'll give you that, even w/o the +3
but she's way too young.
she passed me in her truck when I was leaving shop and she stopped in the middle of the damn road to holler at me 'cuz I was leaving early. the guy in the truck behind her was not amused [laugh]
Speaking of too young, the girl from the casino night at my house turned 21 today.
And I know where you can crash her dinner.
I do not, however, remember her name.
ummm...
chelsea.
like teh bartender at chili's. or my friend's wife. or that rubbish football club.
12.5 hours.
binge on a whopper and augustijn ale.
now I can start drinkin'! ;D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 19, 2008, 07:14:52 PM
12.5 hours.
binge on a whopper and augustijn ale.
now I can start drinkin'! ;D
HELL YES! ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 19, 2008, 08:05:49 PM
HELL YES! ;)
is that for me working 12.5 straight hours today in shop? >:(
whoppers? [roll]
beer? :)
or the fact that I need another drink? [laugh]
I wish to direct you to my prior post of HELL YES!!!
It is such a fun thing to say, and can be an appropriate response to so many situations. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 19, 2008, 08:12:07 PM
It is such a fun thing to say, and can be an appropriate response to so many situations. ;)
exactly. throw me a friggin' bone, here. I've been drunkled since after work ;D
Ran into a guy who wanted to sell me a set of Riviera wheels for the Beetle. a hundred bucks. I bought 'em.
Talked to four guys at once about the Interschleptor. Sold it.
Ate a pizza.
[thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
hooray beer money!
whew! buyer just called back, I was worried he was going to try to back out, and I was going to have to be an ass and tell him I was keeping his deposit. Nope, he just wants to move the pick-up up a day. Sweet!
even better!
Congrats my man!! And I didn't even know you had a beetle. Is it an older or a newer one? Up until recently I had a moderately modified '72 beetle that was stored in a building behind my parent's house. Too bad my pops sold it without letting me know... :(
'73 Super Cabriolet. Orange. Rusty.
Quote from: elTristo on May 19, 2008, 11:48:27 PM
'73 Super Cabriolet. Orange. Rusty.
but contains the visor of glory!
SWEET! I love air cooled type 1s! I still lust after a Karmahn Gia though.
I'd trade it for a ghia droptop. Yup I would.
So, the dude that sold me the wheels has a 2 sliding door van, another van that he made into a trailer, and a SWEEEEEET combi that he's selling before he moves to Vegas. I asked about the combi. 16k. Eep.
GOOO!!!!! Must resist! ;)
Did you see that there was an air cooled swap meet at that elementary school near Pearl Ridge this last Sunday? There were all kinds of nice looking VWs down there.
honestly, I think the aircooled contingent in HI completely owns the H2O boys...
VW club of HI has a lot of really nice cars...
Yeah, he told me about it. Apparently it runs quarterly, and he gave away a bunch of parts. Damn!
Actually this happened Thursday afternoon but it affects the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. We shot out to Makapuu Point on the bikes (human powered kine) -- about a 23 mile roundtrip afterwork and managed an 18 mph total average (which takes into account climing up the road to Hanauma Bay and up to Makapuu Lookout. We also caught the rain from Aina Haina in to the van at Kahala. We were averaging 21 mph in the rain and near darkness. Water fricking flying everywhere, literally pouring out of the shoes when we stopped. Depending on how my boss's physical consultation goes today we may be riding again this weekend sometime.
So I'll let youse guys know. I wouldn't mind doing some mod work tomorrow afternoon and doing the breakfast run Sunday morning.
All biking good. More. More. More.
boo on rework.
at least I've still got ten to goof off, then it's time to earn my money... again...
Well hell, another afternoon shot. I did get the front brake caliper rebuilt on the Harley. We got the air bled out of the system but still couldn't get a good lever. My friend says "no problem" the master cylinder has been going out for a long time so I have a master rebuild kit". We finally get the master off (mind you this is a 24 year bike that only sees service when it needs it) --- master cylinder apart and lo & behold it's the wrong rebuild kit. This after getting wrong front pads and caliper seals last week made us get the proper parts for this weekend's work. So.... parts are on order again and the bike is sitting in the corner once more.
Then I had to help look at an Evinrude "divemaster", a floating air compressor that feeds two air lines to two divers. Fortunately it works well enough that I didn't have to get hands on but rather could just offer comments about how to test & reroute the air snorkels.
No bicycle riding today. Too many beers last night for that. I don't feel bad at all but I don't feel like going out for a 30 mile bust butt ride either. Off to the market & other chores that I normally do first thing on Sun morn.
I check back in a couple or so hours from now.
work!
drink!
and more drink! only at home this time... and with lemon bars... yum yum.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 24, 2008, 10:43:55 PM
work!
drink!
and more drink! only at home this time... and with lemon bars... yum yum.
DUDE!! Bring me some lemon bars! ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 24, 2008, 11:41:44 PM
DUDE!! Bring me some lemon bars! ;)
sorry, my son. they were clearly labelled: "for teddy"
ask tristan [cheeky] if you don't believe me.
of course, I don't know what to do w/so many damn lemon bars... 'cept for gorge myself on them!!! hahahahahahahahahahaaaaaa
pregnant dog! And here I was about to offer you some barley wine as a trade...
whose barley wine?
I do have a LOT of spare lemon bars....
Well, seeing how it is in my fridge I guess it's mine. :D
Actually, it's Sierra Nevada Bigfoot. [drink]
the bigfoot is good stuff.
I'll keep the lemon bars, thanks. ;)
Just after I got home today Gloria got back from the cemetery where her folks are. Then we caught one of the late matinees of Indiana Jones. Pretty good, much better than I expected from reading the reviews and hearing other peoples comments. Michael is way too picky about the authenticity factor of the Harley. If you're a true blue dyed in the wool Harley fanatic you could make some comments but for 99.9% of the folks it works pretty good. The movie, as a whole, worked for me. It might even be the second best one made, at least on par with, what was it?, the Last Crusade. The Temple of Doom was the worst one by far.
Ended up doing a lap today after splitting off from Tristan. Traffic wasn't bad at all once I got past Waimaia (spelling) valley and the scenery was fabulous!! Ended up down at the bike factory after the ride to get some of those elastomer inserts that I was talking about. They had them, but now I seem to have thwarted by those dastardly wicked people at Triumph who spec'd the Daytona with Ben proof bar-end weights... :(
I had to go back to TOB to check on this. My triple 9 has been officially broken for a month now. I know by some standards that isn't long. But still...... I end up watching YouTube 999 videos before I go to bed at night just to remind myself of what it sounds like. Cracks me up..... I end up having motorcycle dreams and I don't ever recall dreaming of bikes before. What a nutcase. [roll]
Quote from: mac900 on May 29, 2008, 11:37:47 PM
I had to go back to TOB to check on this. My triple 9 has been officially broken for a month now. I know by some standards that isn't long. But still...... I end up watching YouTube 999 videos before I go to bed at night just to remind myself of what it sounds like. Cracks me up..... I end up having motorcycle dreams and I don't ever recall dreaming of bikes before. What a nutcase. [roll]
I know exactly how you feel. Remember I had that phone conversation with you last September, and it wasn't until Thanksgiving that my bike was running again. :-\
I was having serious withdrawals, was looking at craigslist everyday for a Honda or something for a temporary bike, started to go cuckoo. [moto]
edit:
I was also looking at youtube 999 vids every night haha must be some kind of symptom of somethin
Quote from: mac900 on May 29, 2008, 11:37:47 PM
I had to go back to TOB to check on this. My triple 9 has been officially broken for a month now. I know by some standards that isn't long. But still...... I end up watching YouTube 999 videos before I go to bed at night just to remind myself of what it sounds like. Cracks me up..... I end up having motorcycle dreams and I don't ever recall dreaming of bikes before. What a nutcase. [roll]
Any idea of when yours will be sorted?
I actually met a guy (on the Daytona forum no less) that has a red 675 and works in my building!! Trying to talk him into coming out with us some time.
today...
crappy job, non-nuclear QC training, and maruchan instant lunch at 0630.
mexi food and drinks, and another infuriating round of "name that tequila"
probably 4 more hours spent there than I was planning, but did get hugs from the cute waitress by the time we left.
and I should be tired right now.... [roll]
Quote from: DesmoBob on May 30, 2008, 12:00:59 AMstarted to go cuckoo. [moto]
edit:
I was also looking at youtube 999 vids every night haha must be some kind of symptom of somethin
Large displacement Italian twin latent masochism.
Maybe not so latent.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 30, 2008, 02:45:50 AM
mexi food and drinks, and another infuriating round of "name that tequila"
probably 4 more hours spent there than I was planning, but did get hugs from the cute waitress by the time we left.
It was a much longer night than expected. And I think the Tequila and Mexi-food are wreaking havoc on my intestines. So that gives you an ide a of what I'M doing today. :P
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 30, 2008, 12:55:07 AM
Any idea of when yours will be sorted?
I actually met a guy (on the Daytona forum no less) that has a red 675 and works in my building!! Trying to talk him into coming out with us some time.
I know for sure it's not ready now. As for when it might be ready I don't want to say, or guess. I'm kind of superstitious about that stuff. It'll simply be ready when it's ready. I can cry but I can't push things along any faster than they are already going. The seal kit for the Harley master cylinder didn't show up yet either so there's no working on it this weekend.
Heck yea, tell your friend to come along, whenever it is that we'll ride.
Quote from: elTristo on May 30, 2008, 09:52:17 AM
It was a much longer night than expected. And I think the Tequila and Mexi-food are wreaking havoc on my intestines. So that gives you an ide a of what I'M doing today. :P
Poop stinky?
Quote from: mac900 on May 30, 2008, 07:26:54 PM
Heck yea, tell your friend to come along, whenever it is that we'll ride.
Trying. He said he was interested, but has to deal with a really messed up schedule (he is a watch stander). Should know something soon...
Quote from: mac900 on May 30, 2008, 07:26:54 PM
Heck yea, tell your friend to come along, whenever it is that we'll ride.
Alright! Found another guy, living in Ewa, who has a Daytona and wants to come out with us. ;) Soon it might just have to be a "Eurotropic" thing. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 31, 2008, 12:39:59 PM
Alright! Found another guy, living in Ewa, who has a Daytona and wants to come out with us. ;) Soon it might just have to be a "Eurotropic" thing. ;)
Nope. name doesn't work. We'll need a second club.
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 31, 2008, 12:39:59 PM
Soon it might just have to be a "Eurotropic" thing. ;)
NO.
Tiki has spoken to me of this. you will be infractionated.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 31, 2008, 10:45:37 PM
NO.
Tiki has spoken to me of this. you will be infractionated.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 31, 2008, 10:45:37 PM
NO.
Tiki has spoken to me of this. you will be infractionated.
Funny man using words that don't actually exist...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 01, 2008, 12:21:54 AM
Funny man using words that don't actually exist...
what part of no can't you figure out?
There, fixed it for you. ;)
< refraining from any politically themed comment >
otherwise, it being VS related, tristo gets the joke. :-*
The WSBK second race today was great! Fantastic passes. From a Ducatista point of view it was encouraging to see Biagi and Fabrizio do as well as they did. I'd have to go with the announcers and agree that the altitude seemed to hurt the Ducs a little more than the other bikes.
MotoGP is on at 4pm today.
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
Yea,
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
WTF
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
is
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
up
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
with
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
that
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
Just doing my part to keep Desmotropics in 4th spot. (There's a couple of other groups that are closing the gap guys ------- )
?
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 03:32:17 PM
MotoGP is on at 4pm today.
By the way, what channel is the MotoGP on?
Speed Channel
#
2
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if
your
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Now, stop it already! [cheeky]
214 here too. I'm glad you didn't actually mention the finishing positions, cause I'm watching race 2 right now and I was stupid enough to keep reading after your first line.
now that's some quality post whoring :-*
you both get cookies.
what did I do? get SO over tourists on this island. enough already! [bang] :-\ :'(
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 01, 2008, 04:51:27 PM
now that's some quality post whoring :-*
you both get cookies.
what did I do? get SO over tourists on this island. enough already! [bang] :-\ :'(
Did you ride? I just set the cable box to record the MotoGP and think I might go for a spin. Want to join? Or better yet, take a spin up snake road then come back, have a beer and watch the race? ;)
Quote from: mac900 on June 01, 2008, 04:24:32 PM
Now, stop it already! [cheeky]
Just trying to make sure we don't lose our 4th place spot is all. :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 01, 2008, 05:05:46 PM
Did you ride? I just set the cable box to record the MotoGP and think I might go for a spin. Want to join? Or better yet, take a spin up snake road then come back, have a beer and watch the race? ;)
yep, brekkie run w/jebus tristos... left early enough that we got to zip through waimea bay w/o cars... ran into that slow ass sebring after... punaluu side? that little bay btwn crouching lion and.... tropicana? I think is the name of that restaurant.
tempting, but the bike's already stowed and I have beer in my tummy.
Yummy yummy yummy got barley suds in my tummy...
yep. hazelnutty goodness. yum-o!
and I have a vodka to try. I ought to switch thds.
Nah. "I got tore up on hazel-nutty goodness and vodka" is acceptable for what you did today. ;)
good point. but is also important for the details to be recorded in the appropriate thd ;D since I am trying something new.
GF is in Vegas until tomorrow. Had the house to myself, so it was a kinda boring Saturday night, till my friend says he has an extra ticket to see Back in Black (AC/DC tribute band) at Pipeline. Cool.
Was a great concert, got really close to the stage. AND luckily I brought my earplugs, so I was one of the few who could actually still hear afterward. [moto]
We had a bar-b-que Sunday eve for a friend returning from Iraq. Spent the day cleaning bikes. Heard a bunch of bikes go by on the road so I got the Seven out and rode up to the parking lot. Nope. Not a one of our gang in the broadest sense. Almost all R1's.
One of my buddy's had an XKE at the party. Parking brake, or something, wasn't set right and after 30 to 40 minutes of sitting it decided to roll downhill into the front of a Chevy van. Total victory to the Chevy. I bet total loss to the E type. It is excruciatingly painful to look at. No hood, no head lights, no radiator, and I wonder if the frame is still straight. :'( :'(
Alex and I just got back from seeing Ironman. Have to say that I really enjoyed it. All except for the guy in the back row getting a blow job during the film...
Quote from: mac900 on June 03, 2008, 11:24:38 PM
One of my buddy's had an XKE at the party. Parking brake, or something, wasn't set right and after 30 to 40 minutes of sitting it decided to roll downhill into the front of a Chevy van. Total victory to the Chevy. I bet total loss to the E type. It is excruciatingly painful to look at. No hood, no head lights, no radiator, and I wonder if the frame is still straight. :'( :'(
That makes me incredibly sad to hear. I love the way the older E Types looked! One of the all time classic cars to come out of England.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 04, 2008, 12:24:17 AM
Alex and I just got back from seeing Ironman. Have to say that I really enjoyed it. All except for the guy in the back row getting a blow job during the film...
umm, ew. That's when you 'accidentally' spill your soda on the giver. What are they gonna do, go to management? "I was fellating my boyfriend when this JERK spilled his soda on my head" ;D
Wow, I must really be coming down with Teddyitus. My stomach is a wreck, and now I can't sleep. That's not cool at all.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 04, 2008, 12:24:17 AM
Alex and I just got back from seeing Ironman. Have to say that I really enjoyed it. All except for the guy in the back row getting a blow job during the film...
That makes me incredibly sad to hear. I love the way the older E Types looked! One of the all time classic cars to come out of England.
Slow night in the theater? Sound turned down? It was kind of a noisy movie. [thumbsup] I didn't know that sort of thing still went on. [popcorn]
Out of England? Sure, but come on.... one of the all time classic cars PERIOD! Timeless styling that one.
Quote from: mac900 on June 04, 2008, 09:42:39 AM
Out of England? Sure, but come on.... one of the all time classic cars PERIOD! Timeless styling that one.
WTF are you talking about Mac? That E Type has nothing on a mid '60s Nash Rambler, or the ever popular AMC Pacer! What's wrong with you people?
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 05, 2008, 07:39:40 AM
WTF are you talking about Mac? That E Type has nothing on a mid '60s Nash Rambler, or the ever popular AMC Pacer! What's wrong with you people?
;D
I liked the Pacer.
Did a couple of passes through snake road and then through Mililani Tech park today on the Daytona. Then picked up Alex from work, took a scenic drive with the top down and ended things with a really nice sushi dinner.
Now I'm going to work a couple of coats of wax on the Monster and make it all shiny...
What is this shiny you speak of? I don't think my bike was shiny even when I picked it up. I'm fairly certain the dirt helps hold the whole thing together.
After a late breakfast this morning I resealed the front master cylinder on the FLHS. It refuses to bleed properly and we can get no lever pumping --- sometimes it pumps lots of fluid and air out then all of a sudden not much happens and the lever never even hints at getting firm. Spent over two frustrating hours with it and gave up. Will try a new method tomorrow sometime after our ride. [bang] [bang]
Went down to South Seas and paid a visit to my 999. Missed it and pictures don't do it justice.
Looked at some CBR1000's. The black HM "S" is still there. Stopped by Cycle City. No Aprilia Factory Mille R there. Looked at Kawi 600's and their liter bike. The Buell 1125 is flat out ugly. Worse in real life than in the pictures. Went over to Cycle Sports and eye'd the GSXR 600. The white one is a girls bike, the blue one is kind of gay with that blue seat and all. That leaves the black one. You know what? None of all those bikes look as good as a 675......... But my bike looks better [laugh]
Came home and did a 20 miler on the Pegoretti. Ah, Italian bikes.
I feel all better now.
was three hours late to work and spent an entirely wasteful rest of my day watching another guy work. [bang]
gee. I hope 2nd shift finished up that job we had. it's be a damn shame if the GF tries to call me tomorrow.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 07, 2008, 11:39:10 PM
gee. I hope 2nd shift finished up that job we had. it's be a damn shame if the GF tries to call me tomorrow.
Yupper. Maybe I'll wait until later in the day to pass that phone on to you ;D
Quote from: mac900 on June 07, 2008, 11:35:38 PM
After a late breakfast this morning I resealed the front master cylinder on the FLHS. It refuses to bleed properly and we can get no lever pumping --- sometimes it pumps lots of fluid and air out then all of a sudden not much happens and the lever never even hints at getting firm. Spent over two frustrating hours with it and gave up. [bang] [bang]
He should just get rid of the damn thing!
Quote from: mac900 on June 07, 2008, 11:35:38 PM
Stopped by Cycle City. No Aprilia Factory Mille R there.
Shame, guess they sold it. That thing was one hell of a good looking bike!!
Quote from: mac900 on June 07, 2008, 11:35:38 PM
But my bike looks better [laugh]
Don't hate!!
Quote from: mac900 on June 07, 2008, 11:35:38 PM
Came home and did a 20 miler on the Pegoretti. Ah, Italian bikes.
I feel all better now.
It's amazing how therapeutic bike riding can be.
Quote from: elTreesto on June 07, 2008, 11:28:53 PM
What is this shiny you speak of? I don't think my bike was shiny even when I picked it up.
Uhm Tristan, yours is a dark... [cheeky]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 08, 2008, 12:52:43 AM
Uhm Tristan, yours is a dark... [cheeky]
Oh! Now it all makes sense! [thumbsup]
Glad I could help you out with that brother man.
Went for a [moto].
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 08, 2008, 04:06:10 PM
Went for a [moto].
Psychic reading? seance? Beachball Hula lessons?
Quote from: elTreesto on June 08, 2008, 06:14:11 PM
Psychic reading? seance? Beachball Hula lessons?
Beachball hula lessons sounds fun, but only if you throw belly dancing and twister in at the same time.
Here is a little tease for you Rick. ;)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/0608081506a.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/0608081506.jpg)
hmmmm...
oversleep.
get loaner phone.
eat breakfast w/some retards.
hit up SS and have shawn fawn over bike one more time.
sulk.
play kickass racing game (which makes me want to spend 3g's on the shitkicker custom setup+software)
drink way too much.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 09, 2008, 01:30:19 AM
sulk.
What's up with that? Was it because that crazy old lady was mackin' on Tristo yesterday and not you? She wasn't all that brother.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 09, 2008, 07:26:52 AM
What's up with that? Was it because that crazy old lady was mackin' on Tristo yesterday and not you? She wasn't all that brother.
yeah, that's totally it.
Mac, only $600 to ship a bike from southern California...
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/mcy/713734521.html
[evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2008, 07:41:28 AM
Mac, only $600 to ship a bike from southern California...
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/mcy/713734521.html
[evil]
I appreciate the fact that you took time to look and that you are working towards my best interests. ( [roll] ) The Aprilia is a very nice bike. It makes a great noise and is no slouch in the power department.
I have to say though that I'm not looking for anything more exotic or rare than the Ducati. The Aprilia parts and service availability is far more sketchy than Ducati but not as bad as MV Agusta. I could even look at some KTM's. A Superduke or even a 690 Duke. It's still sort of the same deal. The Oahu dealer is far more interested in KTM dirtbikes and I've not ever heard a good story about the support for the street bikes. People go to Maui to buy a KTM street because Domenico's won't bring one in unless it's special ordered and prepaid. If you haven't seen one some place else you'd be buying a bike unseen.
I have even considered getting an older Ducati superbike so as to not have to deal with the high tech electronics. Who knows? ???
I'm just gonna sit tight right now and wait for the 999 to get fixed. Then I'll spend a few days riding it to get acquainted again, maybe swap out with you again on a ride (hint, hint), and then go from there.
Quote from: mac900 on June 10, 2008, 09:49:49 AM
maybe swap out with you again on a ride (hint, hint), and then go from there.
The Daytona makes a really wicked noise once you get it past 10k. [evil]
WTF? is it like pimp out the teddy week or something? ???
I suppose at the very least it makes work entertaining... a bit...
You whorin' for the lord?
I don't get it. What do Teddy's & Tristan's posts have to do with the last subject matter on hand? Are you guys on the right thread??
Quote from: mac900 on June 13, 2008, 12:51:59 AM
I don't get it. What do Teddy's & Tristan's posts have to do with the last subject matter on hand? Are you guys on the right thread??
Hmm... Either Teddy got pimped out today, or plans to get pimped out. Maybe Tristan is the pimp?
please, jebus is like my numbah one client ;D
yesterday: resident old guy, who recently figured out how to use his MAT access, has been ordering shop store supplies... which we do need, btw... but using my name/badge as POC, because of the cute-as-all-hell driver that brings said needed goodies by. he started referring to her as "teddy's girlfriend" lately. it's not my fault she looks for me to sign for shit...
earlier this week: the sup for our shop planners started trying to pimp me off on his daughter after I had mentioned that my hot chinese friend was back in town. and yesterday he was complaining about his daughter's pussy boyfriend... [laugh] it's like total old school...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 13, 2008, 12:26:59 PM
please, jebus is like my numbah one client ;D
yesterday: resident old guy, who recently figured out how to use his MAT access, has been ordering shop store supplies... which we do need, btw... but using my name/badge as POC, because of the cute-as-all-hell driver that brings said needed goodies by. he started referring to her as "teddy's girlfriend" lately. it's not my fault she looks for me to sign for shit...
earlier this week: the sup for our shop planners started trying to pimp me off on his daughter after I had mentioned that my hot chinese friend was back in town. and yesterday he was complaining about his daughter's pussy boyfriend... [laugh] it's like total old school...
Quit complainin'.
Quote from: mac900 on June 13, 2008, 04:26:32 PM
Quit complainin'.
And get somewhere with the driver, the daughter, and the hot chinese friend! Like a hot tub, perhaps. [evil]
Quote from: elTreesto on June 13, 2008, 04:29:02 PM
And get somewhere with the driver, the daughter, and the hot chinese friend! Like a hot tub, perhaps. [evil]
rub a dub dub, three men.... ew wait, not men
Friday Pau Hana at Just Tacos in about 5 hours [drink]
Quote from: DesmoBob on June 13, 2008, 05:09:05 PM
Friday Pau Hana at Just Tacos in about 5 hours [drink]
Which just tacos?
Quote from: elTreesto on June 13, 2008, 04:29:02 PM
And get somewhere with the driver, the daughter, and the hot chinese friend! Like a hot tub, perhaps. [evil]
19, not entirely sure if leonard is serious about the pimpin' thing, married.
that, and said daughter does not exist w/o pics. but she is working on her master's in english and is fluent in mandarin...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 13, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
19, not entirely sure if leonard is serious about the pimpin' thing, married.
that, and said daughter does not exist w/o pics. but she is working on her master's in english and is fluent in mandarin...
Hot!
Quote from: DesmoBob on June 13, 2008, 07:34:04 PM
just mililani
Poo. I've just been abducted to go out to La'ie with the wife en'dem. poo.
Quote from: mac900 on June 13, 2008, 04:26:32 PM
Quit complainin'.
No flipping kidding!!
Quote from: elTreesto on June 13, 2008, 04:29:02 PM
And get somewhere with the driver, the daughter, and the hot chinese friend! Like a hot tub, perhaps. [evil]
Tristo has the plan!!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 13, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
19, not entirely sure if leonard is serious about the pimpin' thing, married.
that, and said daughter does not exist w/o pics. but she is working on her master's in english and is fluent in mandarin...
You know what to do young man. [evil]
Did anyone happen to record today's motogp run at Donnington?
Yup. Maybe meet us for happy hour at Just Tacos, then GP at Hale Hinkley?
happy hour? or do you mean for tomorrow?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 22, 2008, 09:20:22 PM
happy hour? or do you mean for tomorrow?
Aye, tomorrow. Though, really, if ya'll wanted to swing by tonight, that would be fine as well. I am, as they say, easy. [cheeky]
I could use a drink... :-\
I can't really afford to go out, but if'n you want to swing by, I can certainly host. [thumbsup]
I'm still debating... I am in total sloth mode right now...
the other option was to bop on down to the dive and have a few guinnesses
meh. I dunno.
Well, feel free. I've got beer. And tequila. Rum. Vodka. Gin. Lillet. Hmmm...
BTW, I have homemade enchiladas as well.
lessee... I've got... a beer. vodka, vodka, vodka, scotch, single malt whiskey, lillet, vermouth, and wine.
So I skipped a few things. ;D
Good god guys! lol I am in for the evening/night, but might be interested in watching the race/sampling a few tasties tomorrow after the gym.
Tomorrow, 3:30 - 5:30 is happy hour, which makes 6 ish GP hour?
Quote from: elTreesto on June 22, 2008, 10:03:31 PM
So I skipped a few things. ;D
but my bar is low in stock, so I felt I could mention it all...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 22, 2008, 10:07:41 PM
Good god guys! lol I am in for the evening/night, but might be interested in watching the race/sampling a few tasties tomorrow after the gym.
w00t! ben can play guess the tequila! ;D
Quote from: elTreesto on June 22, 2008, 10:12:56 PM
Tomorrow, 3:30 - 5:30 is happy hour, which makes 6 ish GP hour?
I won't be done at the gym and home until around 5... You guys going to be at Tristo's from there?
most likely... unless chris says otherwise :D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 22, 2008, 10:26:15 PM
most likely... unless chris says otherwise :D
We can contain him! I have to believe this.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 22, 2008, 10:17:33 PM
I won't be done at the gym and home until around 5... You guys going to be at Tristo's from there?
You know the gym will still be there tomorrow, and Chris loves you more than some silly dumbbells ;D
Uhm... I don't know who Chris is, but his magic must be VERY strong indeed, because it kept me from the gym today.
BUT that guy is coming over around six or so to look at the monster.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 23, 2008, 06:22:21 PM
Uhm... I don't know who Chris is, but his magic must be VERY strong indeed, because it kept me from the gym today.
BUT that guy is coming over around six or so to look at the monster.
Chris is the Just Tacos god. He Who Gives Tequila. I Am Drunk Am.
So, what happened with the bike?
Dude came by. Dude liked. Dude is bringing money as soon as I get things sorted on the Sport 1000.
And by the way, it looks like it will cost about $1500 to get that bike here from Michigan.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2008, 01:06:36 AM
Dude came by. Dude liked. Dude is bringing money as soon as I get things sorted on the Sport 1000.
And by the way, it looks like it will cost about $1500 to get that bike here from Michigan.
Does that translate to "I'm not selling the S2R until I have a firm deal on the Sport 1000"?
Quote from: mac900 on June 24, 2008, 09:39:46 AM
Does that translate to "I'm not selling the S2R until I have a firm deal on the Sport 1000"?
which could also mean "dude might get impatient and find something else"...
No, it actually translates to "I got the deal firmed up on the S1000 and will be getting the money on the S2R in a few days".
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2008, 01:18:02 PM
No, it actually translates to "I got the deal firmed up on the S1000 and will be getting the money on the S2R in a few days".
As they say in Hawaiian, "HOO TAH!!" (translates to roughly, Hot Damn!)
Well that just sucks! [cheeky]
Ah c'mon you guys. Can't we get a little worked up about a new, cool, incoming scoot?
Speaking of... What sort of things did you have to do to get your Monster registered when you shipped it to the island Mac? Did the bike have an active NE registration when it arrived? Also, am I correct in assuming that only specialized motorcycle mechanics/dealers can perform safety checks on bikes?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2008, 11:07:58 PM
Speaking of... What sort of things did you have to do to get your Monster registered when you shipped it to the island Mac? Did the bike have an active NE registration when it arrived? Also, am I correct in assuming that only specialized motorcycle mechanics/dealers can perform safety checks on bikes?
Not going to tell me Mac? Ancient Chinese secret?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 26, 2008, 03:36:50 PM
Not going to tell me Mac? Ancient Chinese secret?
no no no, CALGON is the ancient Chinese secret
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojm1Xzwlc9Q
Quote from: DesmoBob on June 26, 2008, 05:02:37 PM
no no no, CALGON is the ancient Chinese secret
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojm1Xzwlc9Q
I'm glad someone remembers that...
What is an active NE registration? Safety inspection needs to be done by motorcycle inspection station. You might also need to have the bike weighed by an official weight station.
Quote from: mac900 on June 27, 2008, 01:13:26 AM
What is an active NE registration?
Well, maybe "current registration" would have been better of me to say.
Actually they don't care about the status of the registration so much as they care about a squeaky clean title of ownership and transfer of ownership. Salvage titles are "iffy" and there can be no restrictions of any sort. You will need shipping documents of course but you already know that. The weighing thing is weird. According to DMV here they have no weight lists for Ducati's (I asked them how they register new Ducati's sold by the dealer -- they said that's different -- I asked how? -- they didn't give me an answer) ---- Just for the record when I had the Monster scaled it came in at 419 lbs with a full tank. When I checked the registration for the 999 it showed that it weighed over 600 lbs!! :o How you figga? That's not so bad until you realize I'm paying registration fees based on weight. Aack! Try to get that turned around in this place. [bang]
Interesting. I think I am exempt from the weight issue because I am active duty, and technically a non-resident.
Gloria and I had breakfast at Brent's this morning, then into town to do paperwork at the shop. I worked on her central locking in her car. Thought I knew right where the problem was as I had previously seen corroded wiring in the driver's door. Sure enough there was so much corrosion at the connectors that the wires were literally falling apart. Got that fixed and done up nicely but still no worky. Dang. I was hot and out of time. It's possible that the actual switch in the handle/tumbler is bad. Boo.
Then it was off to South Seas to pay a visit to the other long lost bike. One bit of good news was that they thought the ECU I need is $400.00 less expensive than what they quoted me. Yea! Then we figured out that the control unit they thought would work might not. Looking at the pictures in the parts book the system they were going on had a full system that was wrapped differently than mine. Turns out it was a 57mm system for 2005 and newer 999. Mine is a 2003 base 999 with a 52mm system. We actually measured with a vernier caliper. They will check further come Monday but at this point who knows if the ECU will be available for my bike. Double Boo.
I'm going to have a beer and a cigar and read the new Motorcyclist. I might not be ready for an early morning ride. We'll see...............
Cleaned and worked on the push bikes and then Alex and I took them out for a quick spin. Ended up starting off at Barber's Point and went down through Ewa Beach and back. All in all about 20 miles, but averaged just over 22 mph the whole way, so not too shabby I guess.
Is that average on the bike computer or is that your guesstimate as to what it might be? Hah! Whatever, that's still all in all good for me. Our group average is about 17.5 mph. That's headwinds, tailwinds, uphills and downhills and the slowing for stop lights and the subsequent restart. Anytime the bike is moving gets figured in for our AVG.
Don't matter none -- I think I can hang with you guys. :)
That was what my Polar rig says, and it factors in any time that the front wheel is spinning. BUT the roads we were on were pretty much flat and that always helps. And I am sure you could more than keep up with me; for some reason I was pushing a good bit harder than I normally do today. Think I was trying to pull the "tough love" bit with Alex and try to get her to push herself to keep up, which she didn't. :( I normally don't ride quite that fast.
What a mean guy!
Well, there are lots of things that she could/needs to do in order to improve her cycling, but she simply won't try. I know that people get into cycling for different reasons, and that it is my bad for trying to get her to go fast as much as I do, but I always get grief if I go out alone on one of "our" days off. It is just unfortunate that these days are the only chances I get to take the bike out. Guess I need to come out with you guys on some of your evening rides...
hmmm, where do I start?
at least I made it out to the flavors of honolulu... had a few dishes the impressed, a few that didn't, one damn tasty wine, and... well, that's about it.
Think Alex and I are going down there tomorrow after everything else is done.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 29, 2008, 03:03:48 AM
Think Alex and I are going down there tomorrow after everything else is done.
india cafe=good
creampot=good, if you like vichyssoise. ok. and the crepe. they were 2-2, which is good.
bali by the sea=good fish, if you're ok about an... adventurous... preperation. ok steak, decent tiramisu
teh beuhler (sp?) cabernet is the best wine you'll find in the whole place. guenoc petit syrah is #2
Went out and met Mac and Sang (another Daytona owner) at Jamba Juice. Michael then came down and gave me the money for the Monster and after much chatting we went for a ride. Had a good time, especially on Norfolk and 13 turns, but Mac had to leave early. BOO to domestic requirements. ;)
Then came home and sent some money off as a deposit on the S1000.
Watched the MotoGP from Nederlands, GO STONER!!, and the first session of the WSB race. DAMN if the WSB wasn't more exciting than the MotoGP. Those guys were fighting it out all over the place.
Now watching the footie...
By all accounts WSBK is definitely more fun to watch than MotoGP this year. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
I hope this doesn't jinx anything. Wouldn't it be great if Ducati scooped a double double this year. Two riders in two different classes winning world titles and constructors championships in two different classes all in the same year? Too much to hope for or ask for. What do you think that would do for sales?
Quote from: mac900 on June 30, 2008, 12:07:44 AM
What do you think that would do for sales?
Through the flippin roof, that is for sure. Ducati already had a record year last year, brought about mainly by the 1098, and are doing MUCH better than they were just a few years back. A pair of championships on those levels would have all sorts of new customers in the dealerships.
Certainly wouldn't hurt the resale value of our bikes either. [evil]
True. Too bad I can't take advantage of that now. ;)
So after the ride today, and wouldn't you know it she said I should have gone for another hour or so (sure, right, That would have been "OK" [laugh]) well then it was bicycle maintenance time then off to the movies (Wanted w/ Angelina Jolie ---- good action gratuitous violence flick -- sold out theater at 4:45) then some Italian dinner and couple glasses of wine -- all in all a good day.
Sounds like a winner. So, do you give Wanted a [thumbsup]?
I am going to ride the whistle tip into work tomorrow and then on to South Seas after work in hopes that I can get the chain adjusted. But I am going to start taking the Golf in maybe once a week or so in order to carry the Seven with me and come with you guys on some of your rides...
Wednesday baby! Weather permitting.
Might be able to pull that off; would just have to alter my gym/lifting schedule. What time do you guys hit the road, and how long/far are you out for?
"Wanted" is good entertainment. Good fantasy. Not good as in No Country for Old Men good but still good. Iron Man was better too.
No country was a good film, but the ending was a bit of a letdown IMO. Plus, none of the blue ray discs have anything other than good ol' fashion two channel stereo.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 30, 2008, 12:59:38 AM
Might be able to pull that off; would just have to alter my gym/lifting schedule. What time do you guys hit the road, and how long/far are you out for?
We start anywhere from 5:30pm (if we're lucky) to 6:00 (if we're late). Ride for an hour or so. We go from the end of the freeway at Kahala to Portlock, Hawaii Kai, Hanauma Bay, Sandy Beach and sometimes to Makapuu Lookout. Mixed group. Mixed pace. You'd like the ride.
Quote from: mac900 on June 30, 2008, 04:25:01 PM
We start anywhere from 5:30pm (if we're lucky) to 6:00 (if we're late). Ride for an hour or so. We go from the end of the freeway at Kahala to Portlock, Hawaii Kai, Hanauma Bay, Sandy Beach and sometimes to Makapuu Lookout. Mixed group. Mixed pace. You'd like the ride.
Sounds good. What sort of grade is it up to Makapuu? Don't know if I have been up there or not.
So, I stopped by SS in Waipahu on the way home from work to see if they could re-flash my ECU as well as tighten up the chain on the 675. Guys were really busy with repair work in there, but to my dismay they actually took a bike down off the lift to do the work for me. All was looking good until they realized that the terminal connection on their uplink cable was bad, so they couldn't do the reflash. Got the chain tightened though, and I am happy about that. But the biggest surprise came when I tried to pay them and they said "don't worry about it"!! I swear there is no way these guys are affiliated with the South Seas on Nimitz!!
I figure about a 7% grade, roughly. I'm in some pretty low gears and depending on my day and the wind and whether or not I'm pulling the girl behind me I'll anywhere from 7 to 9 something mph up. I can hit 50 going down. [cheeky] Ain't that a rush at that speed in your underwear on them skinny little tires.
I was supposed to go ride tonight & do my King St. out, Beretania back loops but I didn't. No energy, I'm going to bed early.
I'm feeling pangs of road bike jealousy, but with the bike shop folks not calling and offering me part time work with sweet employee discount, I don't see a road bike in my near future.
Damn, that sounds pretty steep. Especially with you only pulling 7-9 with a triple on the front. What sort of cluster are you running on the rear?
Alex and I ended up going out to Schofield this evening to hit the gym up there. First time I had been there in a while and they have gotten some really nice equip in the weight rooms.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2008, 12:33:03 AM
Damn, that sounds pretty steep. Especially with you only pulling 7-9 with a triple on the front. What sort of cluster are you running on the rear?
Alex and I ended up going out to Schofield this evening to hit the gym up there. First time I had been there in a while and they have gotten some really nice equip in the weight rooms.
It's not that steep. I'm weak. ------ Running a 12-25 now but I'm thinking seriously about a 13-26, not so much for the low gearing but because there's gap in the middle ranges of the 12-25 that the 13-26 doesn't have. I'm not in the 12 except on downhills so I really don't need it.
Quote from: mac900 on July 01, 2008, 09:36:04 AM
It's not that steep. I'm weak.
Me too. Especially when you consider that I haven't been doing much of any hill work for the last year or so...
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2008, 10:48:37 AM
Me too. Especially when you consider that I haven't been doing much of any hill work for the last year or so...
Shame on you!! ;D Look where you live. You could be Marco Pantani #2. (Like I should talk)
Quote from: mac900 on July 01, 2008, 04:11:22 PM
Shame on you!! ;D Look where you live. You could be Marco Pantani #2. (Like I should talk)
Complete with the ears!
Quote from: mac900 on July 01, 2008, 04:11:22 PM
You could be Marco Pantani #2.
I don't know, I almost look like I ate Marco Pantani.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2008, 09:48:11 PM
I don't know, I almost look like I ate Marco Pantani.
Almost? I did and it still doesn't help. When I was at German Car Service I used to pedal up Alewa Hgts. 2 or 3 times after work, depending on the time of year. There was always this other guy on the hill, older, shorter, lighter, always wore white knee socks up to his knees and no helmet, always a cycling cap. With all due respect that motherf***** could climb. He owns that hill!
Well, that hill would more than likely own me! :(
But on a lighter note, went and saw that Sport 1000 out in Kailua today. Dude wasn't home yet when I got there, so did a couple of passes on Norfolk to kill some time. ;D
Quote from: elTreesto on July 01, 2008, 05:10:03 PM
Complete with the ears!
No kidding. But kidding aside I preferred the "Il Pirata" nickname over the "Dumbo". Too bad. Sometimes the flashier character is also the more troubled. I wonder how many places his name is still painted on the road.
Oh, I agree. Pantani was badass, and Dumbo, umm, isn't. I have a thought.
Edit:
Thought completed; new bicycle thread.
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=6202.0
Put a check for $7000 in the mail today.
The waiting officially begins.
Yep, the waiting is the hardest part. Bad thing is, probably won't be able to get the bike picked up (in Michigan) until the 21st. :(
And the funny thing is that the Monster is still sitting in my garage.
Owning a Ducati = being able to be extremely patient
Not really one of my abilities I am afraid...
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 11, 2008, 12:37:05 PM
Not really one of my abilities I am afraid...
Not one of mine either...... we both get to practice.
tell me about it... :-\
hopped on the motorbike for a bit, was thawted/cut off by a douche on his cellphone right before stadium cutoff, sat in traffic in town...
got back to mililani, free beer down at the shop, and caught a cute chick in a focus breakin' neck on the monsta. not a bad day so far
Finally got Gloria's door locks working right again (21 year wiring harness >:() and hopefully window regulator noise that has been plaguing me for over a year. Noise comes and goes. But now the window doesn't close 100% perfectly. Only 95% but I ran out of time to get that last little bit. That door trim panel should have a zipper on it but the 2 door Benzs are famous for that kind of stuff so who am I to buck tradition.
Ran out to South Seas to pull the plug on the 999 project. Another long story to add to a long story. When this gets sorted it will be on Craigslist.
Back into town to run errands. Saturday traffic sucks big time! Big time! If I had some way to strap the jacket to the bike I would have gone squid. It was miserable!
So the T9 is going bye bye? Planning on replacing it with anything, or going with just the monster for a while?
One step at at time. You'll know when I know.
so... I just got home ;D
tonight was a good night.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 13, 2008, 05:18:52 AM
so... I just got home ;D
tonight was a good night.
So I take it you are not riding today?
[coffee]
???
went for sushi w/the kids, then back to just tacos (again) for beers...
they're right. they do drink alot ;D
gonna take them to la mariana tomorrow for drinks at the kon tiki room, then who knows what after that. good thing I ain't working.
I have also been... obliged? instructed? commanded? to attend daytona or biketoberfest next year... what in the world has this come down to? [laugh]
Tell them that you would love to as long as they adopt you as their long lost son and foot the bill. ;)
I see, said the blind man, one of you guys and most likely motogpfan text messaged me yesterday about sushi. I had no idea who the number was so I just simply texted back asking whoever it was if they had the right person.
Ended up doing intervals on the Seven up and down King & Beretania Sts. anyway last night. Whew!
Quote from: mac900 on July 15, 2008, 09:56:21 AM
I see, said the blind man, one of you guys and most likely motogpfan text messaged me yesterday about sushi. I had no idea who the number was so I just simply texted back asking whoever it was if they had the right person.
Ended up doing intervals on the Seven up and down King & Beretania Sts. anyway last night. Whew!
[laugh] yeah, it was nick... I had assumed your re: was just because you were a non-sushi kind of guy
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 15, 2008, 11:44:45 AM
[laugh] yeah, it was nick... I had assumed your re: was just because you were a non-sushi kind of guy
Every Friday night I stop off and pick up sushi for the wife, myself and the dog. The dog, who thinks his permanent position in life is to be able to sit in my wife's lap, will not leave me alone on Fri. night until he is convinced that every last piece of sushi is gone. It's a race between him and me. He's not big on cucumber but everything else is fair game. I've even given him just the Nori and watched him try to get it off the roof of his mouth. I got slapped for that but the dog loved it.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I stand corrected, then...
Ordered some LED boltz for the S1000 and then went out to the PACOM picnic. Had a good time, got sun burnt and then got suckered in to buying an iPhone...
yesterday-
beer. tacos.
free beer. and tequila.
more beer. karaoke.
today-
late for my Dr's app't.
brekkie.
I need to go back to sleep.
Got an early breakfast. Cheered on my friends in their cycling road race around Olomana/Norfolk. Went into town to pick up the 999 from my shop. Went by a couple of motorcycle shops. Did laundry & grocery shopping. Rode the Monster out to Haleiwa with my friend on his Hypermotard and his wife on her Monster. Watched an award winning semi-surf documentary film that a daughter of one of our old friends was a part of. Sliding Liberia, the mixing of cultures and the expression of hope and need for a country in recovery from 14 years of civil war. Good flick. Then we rode home in the rain from outside of Wahiawa to Pearl City. H3 was dry though and so were we by the time we got home.
now that's a productive day.
I feel shame.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 27, 2008, 07:42:05 AM
now that's a productive day.
I feel shame.
There are lots of days ahead so you have plenty of time. Not every day is a home run.
Had a lot of fun on Norfolk yesterday. [moto]
The early runs seem to be more fun. Lunch or late breakfast afterwards works out too. The 8:30 ride with Don996R and the other guys seems worth a ride or two to see how that goes. I'll just eat b-fast earlier.
Quote from: mac900 on July 28, 2008, 09:49:10 AM
The early runs seem to be more fun. Lunch or late breakfast afterwards works out too.
I agree, seems to be less traffic and more fun to be had. Plus, there is still some "day" left at the end of the ride. ;)
Quote from: mac900 on July 28, 2008, 09:49:10 AM
The 8:30 ride with Don996R and the other guys seems worth a ride or two to see how that goes. I'll just eat b-fast earlier.
YES! I'd like to check out these guys this next Sunday, you game?
So far, yes.
Sweet. I will put the word out to the Daytona guys and see if we can get them to come out and play as well.
Yesterday: Took the Kimber and the Sig back down to the shooting range. Ran about 150 rds through the Kimber and am finally getting the hang of this pistol. Plus, it should be fully broken in by now, and is starting to shoot tighter groups.
There was a guy down there with a REALLY tricked out Benelli M4. We talked guns for a while and he let me put a few rds through it before he bagged it back up. DAMN I had almost forgotten how much fun it was to throw slugs downrange through a nice semi-auto shotgun. ;)
Lots of productive things.
Got new tires. :)
While I was at it, things just sort of started flying off:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/Ducati/haning_duc.jpg
Finally gonna get to some projects I had been meaning to do.
Quote from: DesmoBob on August 28, 2008, 01:46:54 AM
Got new tires. :)
While I was at it, things just sort of started flying off:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/Ducati/haning_duc.jpg
Finally gonna get to some projects I had been meaning to do.
Looks like you'll be busy for quite a while! ;D
Quote from: mac900 on August 28, 2008, 09:45:07 AM
Looks like you'll be busy for quite a while! ;D
No kidding!! What are you doing to that thing Bob?
Change gearing, 520 conversion, R&R the clutch, repaint swingarm & tap holes for new chain adjusters (that actually have functional integrated hook lifters; Ducati dropped the ball by not having spool bosses :-\).
I was going to powdercoat the rims but found out it adds .5 lb to the front and over 1 lb to the rear. Big step backwards.
Marvel at the virgin Michelin against the cabinet. Heheheh virgins.
Quote from: DesmoBob on August 28, 2008, 11:14:32 AM
I was going to powdercoat the rims but found out it adds .5 lb to the front and over 1 lb to the rear. Big step backwards.
Can't think of a better reason to drop the coin on some nice carbon hoops.
Quote from: DesmoBob on August 28, 2008, 11:14:32 AM
Marvel at the virgin Michelin against the cabinet. Heheheh virgins.
Dirty old man. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 28, 2008, 11:35:13 AM
Can't think of a better reason to drop the coin on some nice carbon hoops.
Dirty old man. ;)
I was semi-angling for carbon rims until a certain immobilizer problem cropped up.
BOO immobilizer problems!! But think of it this way, you either have enough cash to do silly things to the Monster, or just get a different bike to mod. ;)
And what did I do today? Got a puppy.
what did teddy do today?
get to work.
have a red bull.
get home from work.
post up here, and about to leave for work.
soon to have a red bull.
and probably beers after.
Well, if you did it right the first time... [cheeky]
I watched the 999 ride away today. Damn it looked & sounded good. Sniff. Sniff. Time for [drink]
Hope he didn't put it down after the first corner.
Did you tell him about this place? And that he MUST come out to the weekly rides?
Quote from: mac900 on August 28, 2008, 08:57:41 PM
I watched the 999 ride away today. Damn it looked & sounded good. Sniff. Sniff. Time for [drink]
:'(
Went to work. Came home. Yup.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 28, 2008, 09:04:07 PM
Hope he didn't put it down after the first corner.
Did you tell him about this place? And that he MUST come out to the weekly rides?
I hope he didn't either for the simplest reason that he wasn't riding with any gear at all. That said he's owned a 916, a 900 SS, and a 999 before and has track time at Willowsprings, Laguna Seca and Mid-Ohio. He's up for coming out on our rides and usually does have leathers and helmet.
Quote from: mac900 on August 28, 2008, 11:42:42 PM
He's up for coming out on our rides and usually does have leathers and helmet.
Sounds like a winner!
Got a rear stand that actually works for the SC. Also confirmed that the Matt Fox bike is still sitting at south seas. Poor thing is way back in the repair shop with a few mopeds leaning on it. Still has that "SOLD" label on it too. Looks like someone never figured out how to post an add on eBay.
yep
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 02, 2008, 08:02:57 PM
Got a rear stand that actually works for the SC. Also confirmed that the Matt Fox bike is still sitting at south seas. Poor thing is way back in the repair shop with a few mopeds leaning on it. Still has that "SOLD" label on it too. Looks like someone never figured out how to post an add on eBay.
My offer of a straight trade still stands [cheeky]
[laugh] Enter: Music from the sound track of the Yellow Submarine, "It's Too Much" ---- (play song and then fade out) ------
I got put on teh meds today.
saw the 749s at 24hr again, and was debating on replying to his ad
anyone want a tricked out 620?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on September 03, 2008, 01:56:26 AM
anyone want a tricked out 620?
Probably wouldn't take all that long to sell in on CL. Hell, put up an add just to get a feeler.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on September 03, 2008, 01:56:26 AM
I got put on teh meds today.
saw the 749s at 24hr again, and was debating on replying to his ad
anyone want a tricked out 620?
Heck, make the guy an offer. They are different bikes but you know that. We should talk over a couple glasses of Cab. Maybe show up this Sunday if you can as the guy who bought the 999 might be there and he could offer some insight as he's had a few Duc SBKs.
Quote from: mac900 on September 03, 2008, 10:16:03 AM
Heck, make the guy an offer. They are different bikes but you know that. We should talk over a couple glasses of Cab. Maybe show up this Sunday if you can as the guy who bought the 999 might be there and he could offer some insight as he's had a few Duc SBKs.
I'm working sunday am. inventory at the shop.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on September 03, 2008, 02:18:12 PM
I'm working sunday am. inventory at the shop.
poo on work.
Quote from: elTreesto on September 03, 2008, 04:12:11 PM
poo on work.
yep.
and in order to free up hockey time during the week, looks like sundays will start being a workday, too
Got my clutch cover in today. Pressure plate on the way. [moto]
work.
minor freak out.
work.
me either. That's what weekends are for.
note:
except saturday, when I will be cheating the system, thank you very much!
Quote from: elTristo on October 22, 2008, 07:22:55 PM
me either. That's what weekends are for.
note:
except saturday, when I will be cheating the system, thank you very much!
No chance you can get out on Sunday to do the CG run?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 22, 2008, 09:42:03 PM
No chance you can get out on Sunday to do the CG run?
I was planning on it, until my schedule got reversed. Now, unless it's over by, say, 10, I'm outta luck.
Quote from: elTristo on October 22, 2008, 10:06:51 PM
I was planning on it, until my schedule got reversed. Now, unless it's over by, say, 10, I'm outta luck.
Seeing as how it starts at 0930 you'd have to be riding pretty darn quick to finish by 10. Boo work.
Yeah, that seems pretty unlikely.
work.
Picked up a rather long wood screw in the Daytona's back tire coming home from work. >:(
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 23, 2008, 10:09:50 PM
Picked up a rather long wood screw in the Daytona's back tire coming home from work. >:(
Would that be superficial damage [roll] or is it tire replacement time [bang] ?
work.
Quote from: mac900 on October 24, 2008, 09:48:02 AM
Would that be superficial damage [roll] or is it tire replacement time [bang] ?
Tire deflated completely. Luckily though I had purchased the tire and wheel replacement package when I got the bike. Called South Sea's today about it and they said they could plug it for me tomorrow, but I would rather have a new tire considering the way I ride that bike and the fact that I paid seven hundred for the protection...
Update! I called South Seas again and they told me that they only meant to plug the tire to hold me over until the new tire came in, which should be by next weekend. I tell you what, the guys in Waipahu are light-years ahead of the Nimitz store when it comes to customer service!!
I like the customer satisfaction part. It makes a HUGE difference and is a major factor in my buying decision.
No kidding! They even offered to come pick up the bike from my garage tomorrow morning, but I am busy all morning. So they are going to come by on Monday afternoon to pick it up and plug my tire.
work.
and I am sooooo about to get in trouble w/my GF ;D he got passed some bad info about a job I was supposedly on, but I haven't heard anything about it until just now.
I need a [drink]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on October 25, 2008, 08:47:30 AM
work.
and I am sooooo about to get in trouble w/my GF ;D he got passed some bad info about a job I was supposedly on, but I haven't heard anything about it until just now.
I need a [drink]
GF? he?? :o
I think it's a foreman or something like that.
Speaking of fourmen, you in tonight? if so, how many?
edit:
nevermind, i just saw your other post
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 25, 2008, 10:43:22 AM
GF? he?? :o
general foreman.
sheesh. don't be so freakin' optimistic
oversleep.
CIS
go back to sleep.
ship out a very important box of goodies .
Quote from: teddy037.2 on October 27, 2008, 06:53:29 PM
ship out a very important box of goodies .
Cookies?
Got the tire on the Daytona fixed yesterday. Too bad the guy who picked it up was nice enough to scratch the paint on the front wheel when he was lashing it down. Now we have to play the game of looking for, and hoping to find, the correct touch up colour. :(
some swag, a book, and some change to help out a friend in need.
she should be getting it tomorrow :)
had a nice little ride on a trail I had been wanting to explore.
found a shack made of crates and tarps.
turned around.
cleaned out all the recyclables from the garage (aka pretty much the whole damn place)
washed the car
took some crap to the dump
of course, that was all yesterday. today is looking a touch slower [coffee]
work.
damn, I'm still tired... it's like this place just sucks the energy out of me.
or maybe I should eat some time...
Quote from: elTristo on October 28, 2008, 09:42:29 AM
had a nice little ride on a trail I had been wanting to explore.
TRAIL!! When where how far how technical???
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 28, 2008, 06:38:59 PM
TRAIL!! When where how far how technical???
Mililani, off Kamehameha. not very long, as i turned around at the aforementioned shack. It's not technical, though there are some limb crossings and a fair amount of mud. I'd consider trying it again with backup, esp. with backup and a flack jacket ;D
do today cont'd
got called in to work for a 10 minute thing
spent about 4 hours on it and semi-related crap.
will repeat tomorrow
How about back-up with a .45?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 28, 2008, 06:43:41 PM
How about back-up with a .45?
.45? You call that a bribe? It's not even half a dollar!
[cheeky]
work.
is it time to go home yet?
I am going crazy!
worked last night, too! got robbed of sushi night because I can't keep track of two different work weeks! >:(
work. erase three previous shifts of work because I was too lazy to make the beast with two backsing dry run
>:(
at least there's wine tasting today. daddy's gonna be posting in the drunk thds tonight!
I bought what I think was the last bottle of Blue Eyed Boy at the Kailua R. Fields. Saving it for Thanksgiving. [wine]
work.
make a girl cry.
:) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
the rest of my day is gonna make the beast with two backsin' fly!
work.
made lots and lots of improper remarks concerning women with a couple of coworkers. (there were no women around, of course)
came home.
Quote from: elTristo on November 01, 2008, 09:40:59 PM
made lots and lots of improper remarks concerning women with a couple of coworkers.
That makes me cry...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 01, 2008, 10:14:10 PM
That makes me cry...
Why, cause you weren't invited? [cheeky]
Exactly! Now I know how you really feel. :'(
not sleep in any, but I ain't complainin' much. :)
lil'bit of housework and a nap, and now I'm on laundry detail.
work.
finding myself seriously depressed right now.
I just dont feel like dealing w/my WL's snarky attitude, or the shit he's handing me to do :-\
Worked my butt off today. 13 1/2 hrs worth. Must make hay while the sun shines.
I also got to unpack a box of goodies for the Stage 2 mods.
Quote from: mac900 on November 03, 2008, 11:05:25 PM
I also got to unpack a box of goodies for the Stage 2 mods.
Mmmmm goodies...
ugh.
headache.
I don't think teddy and cigars play well together. although, it was tasty w/the cask macallan.
and about to start another day in hell. hoooray! let's try not to get written up, shall we?
Sure am glad someone has a high sense of job satisfaction.
work.
anti-multitasking.
>:(
Got this...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/photo-1.jpg)
Didja get the stainless springs for it too? I might have some black spring caps around somewhere.
No, not yet. I wanted to, but didn't get around to it. Oh well, there's still time. Don't think I will have much of a chance to instal it until after the move...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 05, 2008, 09:48:22 PM
No, not yet. I wanted to, but didn't get around to it. Oh well, there's still time. Don't think I will have much of a chance to instal it until after the move...
I found the black spring caps. Yours for the asking.
work.
Went and saw the new house today. [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on November 06, 2008, 08:47:54 AM
Yours for the asking.
I ask. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 06, 2008, 06:05:56 PM
Went and saw the new house today. [thumbsup]
I ask. ;)
No problemo. I'll stick them in my pocket the next time we head out on a ride. I guess you're going to be busy for the next couple of weekends huh?
Might be, not sure how it will all pan out yet. Don't think I am getting the keys until Monday, but might end up having to bail on the bike ride I was planning with Tristan to pack on Saturday. Plus, work is threatening to have me come in Sunday afternoon/evening. :(
work.
also discovered that I am the only one amused by the observation that my compy desk at home has a bottle of whisky parked next to a bottle of sleeping pills.
WL just gave me the big eye.
whatever. [roll]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 07, 2008, 01:29:00 PM
my compy desk at home has a bottle of whisky parked next to a bottle of sleeping pills
REDFLAG!
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 07, 2008, 03:15:51 PM
REDFLAG!
meh. I found it to be an amusing observation
get back to work!
weekend wasn't so bad. considerin' the whole lotta nothin' I got done.
not sleep.
get stuck outside the gate w/everyone else during a drill.
work. get more shit stacked on me.
but sucks to be you, WL! because I've got a meeting after lunch that y'all don't know about! HAH!
not sleep.
work.
pray it's a friday, among other things.
be extremely bored at work
nope.
still thursday.
meh.
*sigh*
at least I got a plate lunch out of it...
:-\
3.5 hours to go, and then it's sweet, sweet wine-soaked freedom!
clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up
We can post again? Every time I've tried over the last 3 days it's been "session timed out" or some other obtuse error message.
Wow. It works again. It was seriously starting to piss me off.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 17, 2008, 07:08:56 PM
clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up clean/unpack/set-up
Just think though, now you are practically in the middle of civilization as we know it.
Quote from: mac900 on November 17, 2008, 10:36:51 PM
Just think though, now you are practically in the middle of civilization as we know it.
Uhm no, I am practically in the middle of a large pile of boxes.
But thanks to Tristan, Jen and Tom for helping me move this large pile of boxes. [thumbsup]
work.
find reasons to tell the WL to suck it.
no, jebus. there has been no peeing yet. ;D
I feel like I need to scream.
If by 'scream' you mean 'soak', I say go for it!
nothing so glamorous
work.
start laundry.
still not have my fender. :-\
work. ish.
prepping the shop for the storm. don't know about weekend work yet. lame.
fender? Storm? Lame? I'm so confused.
Quote from: elTristo on November 21, 2008, 02:06:59 PM
fender? Storm? Lame? I'm so confused.
Likely the rest of us also.
waiting on used fender from FS board
waiting on the 'storm,' too... whatever. but they had us securing the building this morning
also waiting for this ride to stop. it sucks, I want off.
Worked. Picked Alex up and came home. She opened a bottle of French red and then went to sleep. Oh well, looks like I have to finish it. [wine]
was it the same french you brought to hale hinkley?
I could still use a bottle or two...
It's a little different. This one is a bordeaux from Chateau Bonnet, 2002. Still quite tasty though.
won't know until I try it...
nothing.
I'm sick. :(
back to work, plague-boy!
:-\
someone shoot me.
please.
of course, maybe I'll infect everyone else here w/the plague and then they can share in my misery! muahahahahahahahahaaaaa
Got the new tire for the Daytona installed, and the upgraded ECU map thrown on for free!! ;D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 26, 2008, 01:17:57 PM
of course, maybe I'll infect everyone else here w/the plague and then they can share in my misery! muahahahahahahahahaaaaa
Now that's optimism for you.
Fairings are off. Stock exhaust is halfway off. Some PC3 pieces are on. Will be at the shop early Thanksgiving to get as much done as I can before heading off to holiday duties.
why....
WHY did I set my alarm today?
WTF????
I blame the vodka.
Quote from: mac900 on November 26, 2008, 11:27:07 PM
Fairings are off. Stock exhaust is halfway off. Some PC3 pieces are on. Will be at the shop early Thanksgiving to get as much done as I can before heading off to holiday duties.
What time will you be there? Need some help? I might be able to break away for a bit...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 27, 2008, 08:06:28 AM
What time will you be there? Need some help? I might be able to break away for a bit...
what he said.
I'm here now sipping on coffee. I figure on being here at least until noon. You're welcome to come by and if you do, yell. The gate will be closed but the doors are open.
Quote from: mac900 on November 27, 2008, 08:49:28 AM
You're welcome to come by and if you do, yell.
That'll go over well. "HPD responds to calls of a deranged motorcycle hooligan yelling at BME's security gate".
yup. still sick. but slightly less so.
I think I need to repeat last night's cleansing vodka binge. [evil]
alcohol kills germs, right? works for me.
The exhaust is on. The hard part didn't happen until Ben left, wouldn't you know. If it sounds half as good as it looks then whoooboy. The PC3 almost got totally hooked up except for tapping into the power supply throttle body sensor wire which is extreeemely hard to access. :( I'll get there. Saturday for sure. Poor Monster is all negleted in the corner but it's turn is coming soon. There will be at least a couple of weekends where loving care and hard earned $$ will be lavished upon it. I promise darlin'. It's Christmas and you deserve it. :-*
Quote from: mac900 on November 27, 2008, 09:49:51 PM
The exhaust is on. The hard part didn't happen until Ben left, wouldn't you know.
Well that sucks. Should have stuck around a bit longer.
Quote from: mac900 on November 27, 2008, 09:49:51 PMIf it sounds half as good as it looks then whoooboy.
Can't wait to hear it!!
Quote from: mac900 on November 27, 2008, 09:49:51 PMPoor Monster is all negleted in the corner but it's turn is coming soon. There will be at least a couple of weekends where loving care and hard earned $$ will be lavished upon it. I promise darlin'. It's Christmas and you deserve it. :-*
I have been feeling the same way about my SC, hence why I had it out today. I have also been looking at some tasty forged wheels to put on it as a Christmas pressie...
I don't need this...
I don't need this...
:-\
so work is crawling by... I wish I had CIS today. [roll]
stupid, stupid boy.
Quote from: mac900 on November 27, 2008, 09:49:51 PM
If it sounds half as good as it looks then whoooboy.
REPORT! ;)
It runs. Smoothly so far but it's only had to handle an idle and some minor throttle blips. No fuel leaks. The PC3 lights up and the green light moves up and down the light bar strip so I assume that it's working. No error code lights flashing either. So far so good. There is a minor bit of smoke that comes out the tailpipe after revving the engine but I don't know if that's some packing burning off or a bit of unburned gas that's not black colored. Never saw any oil smoke out of the old pipe so I don't think it's oil related but then again the oil was just changed and it might be the synthetic oil not sealing off completely and burning a bit. I saw that happen with my friends Hypermotard. It did the same thing only worse than what mine is doing. The smoking went away on the HM.
As for the sound it's deeper than the old pipes but not in any way too loud or obnoxious. That's a good thing. The Monster is still far and away lots louder and Ben's SC still gets first prize. So far this setup might even be quieter than the Daytona. We'll see. I'll finish putting the body work on tomorrow and then give it a spin to see how it does on the road.
Quote from: mac900 on November 28, 2008, 11:38:23 PM
I'll finish putting the body work on tomorrow and then give it a spin to see how it does on the road.
Let me know when you are taking it out. I want to bring the Daytona back out again so I can scrub the rear tire in some more. Plus, I think this thing got a little deeper with the new tune. I know that the flapper valves on the intake and exhaust are being held open longer, so I can only imagine that is causing the new tone.
I should be heading out around 1 PM.
had an interesting convo w/my WL about my health.
I should be tickled that one person in the mgmt chain pretends to care if I'm well or not.
or maybe he just didn't like me coughing on all the phones [evil]
gotta cough on sumthin
right now? absolutely nothing!
finally got the network to recognize the airport express.
failed to print from said AE
realized jen's b-day is getting waaaaay too close, too fast.
Were you trying to print her a pressie?
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 03, 2008, 11:38:32 PM
Were you trying to print her a pressie?
nope, just an unhappy coincidence.
blah.
GF wants 12s for this job I got assigned this morning.
yay.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 04, 2008, 01:22:49 PM
blah.
GF wants 12s for this job I got assigned this morning.
yay.
neato!
we're under the microscope. apparently the higher-ups don't think we have enough to do. there's me and 3 e-6s filling a 6 chief billeted job. they're still right, of course. though, it should be noted, one of the other sites has 11 chiefs and 1 e-6 doing the same job. [laugh]
Quote from: elTristo on December 04, 2008, 11:21:01 PM
one of the other sites has 11 chiefs and 1 e-6 doing the same job. [laugh]
You mean one first class doing the job and eleven chiefs critiquing...
contemplate selling showas to ben.
too bad R-Lo's the only guy who could fit my shock.
oh well.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 05, 2008, 01:18:14 PM
contemplate selling showas to ben.
When? Where? How much? ;)
Went for a short bike ride after work. E-ghad was/am I out of shape.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 05, 2008, 04:25:01 PM
When? Where? How much? ;)
I guess what I paid for 'em.
this might just be me being depressed, IDK.
because putting the bike up FS was getting real tempting today
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 05, 2008, 06:39:57 PM
Went for a short bike ride after work. E-ghad was/am I out of shape.
Yeah, huh? I know about that one. After two weeks off the other night the boss wanted to go up Tantalus after work. I said you go. He did. I drank wine. [wine] I'm no dummy (well?) but I know I'm going to ride on the flats when I get back in the saddle.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 05, 2008, 07:46:24 PM
I guess what I paid for 'em.
this might just be me being depressed, IDK.
Well, I don't want to buy them under that reason; don't want to add to something like that...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 05, 2008, 07:46:24 PM
because putting the bike up FS was getting real tempting today
You sure about that? Just because you don't have much time to ride it now isn't that strong of a reason to sell it. Hell, I rarely get off my ass to ride the Seven, but I'm not about to let that go...
meh.
I am mehing my way through work today.
as in, mulling about at an apathetic pace.
does that work?
there will be a replay tomorrow.
I suppose I should get back to work now
[roll]
Got blood tested for physical early this AM.
Rode Monster for 1st time in over a month --- wow, was that different. Took a while to get used to it.
Rode the long way home to avoid the rain. Got wet anyway. Also got the bike up to a buck and no shaking. Whee!
Breakfast at Brent's with the wife.
Down to shop to work on wife's car. Mission accomplished. Check.
Work on my car changing diesel fuel filters. Made big "A" of myself in front of Ben. Boo. I still reek of diesel fuel. Boo.
Coach Ben through Clutch Pressure Plate change. Check. Looks great!
Change clutch slave cylinder on Ben's bike. Check. Mission accomplished.
Silencer insert will not fit into Yosh pipe on the Gixxer. Boo. Oh, well it'll have to stay loud for a while. Gee.
Ride to Windward side w/ Ben. We couldn't get anything close to carried away no matter what. Too many cars at many odd, weird paces. Frick. Not that we didn't try but it wasn't worth trying hard. Frick. Frick. Other days and all that rot.
Drank beers at Gordon Biersch and ate pupus.
Came home and ate leftover Thai food. Twice as yummy and twice as hot as the first night. Whee!
Drink more beer and smoke cigar. Read John Grisham.
Not bad for a Saturday.
yesterday:
hit some whisky, then drive-thru fried goodies w/jebus
try to watch iron man
today:
wake up at 2:30 on his couch
go home
not make it to toys for tots and be in a generaly shitty mood. again. :(
meh. we're probably not gonna make it either. no love lost.
saw alot of bikes headin' out of waikiki while on my way to ala moana after work. lots of cruisers, all done up for the parade.
it made me sad.
cherry weather, though. guess I took one for the team. :-\
story of my make the beast with two backsin' life
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 07, 2008, 11:30:50 PM
cherry weather, though. guess I took one for the team. :-\
Well don't feel too bad; we didn't do any motorscooting today/Sunday. Alex and I did meet up with Tristan and Jen and went on a decent bicycle ride today across hickam and pearl harbor.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 08, 2008, 12:51:42 AM
Well don't feel too bad; we didn't do any motorscooting today/Sunday. Alex and I did meet up with Tristan and Jen and went on a decent bicycle ride today across hickam and pearl harbor.
and did you get rained on?
Uhm... Yes actually. So THERE! [cheeky]
where the make the beast with two backs was there rain??? I was on post all day!
*and, ummm.. it may have rained because you're mean sometimes. or something. lol
We got rained on a little near the Porter gate, or something like that. Well, it was either rain or a large flock of egrets flying overhead. ;)
And just so you know, Tristo got rained on too, and we all know that he is NEVER mean.
alls I'm saying is that good weather can be attributed to me staring at it out the shop window, and not through my visor.
I both accept and curse my lot in life.
I wanna go home. I can't take 4 1/2 more days in this make the beast with two backsing place >:(
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=16285.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=16285.0)
;D ;D ;D
Got some rocks to hop that thing across/on top of?
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lol Nice photochop. ;)
The wife is going to love the new bike. [laugh]
wow. i was impressed that i got off the couch.
Quote from: elTristo on December 12, 2008, 02:44:33 PM
wow. i was impressed that i got off the couch.
Don't let Jen see those pictures! ;D
Quote from: mac900 on December 12, 2008, 04:18:00 PM
Don't let Jen see those pictures! ;D
I think she might prefer them to a picture of the receipt I just got from the wine store. :o
Happy drinking at the House of Tristo?
all at house of tristo is happy. [thumbsup]
drinking doubly so ;D [thumbsup] ;D
Went down to chat with Will and got the last bolt needed to fix the new carbon hugger. Damn that thing fits tight!!
Saw all sorts of Ducs down there, even a new black GT1000 on the floor. They also had three 696's and the two 848's as well.
Then there were four more (not counting mine) in the service section.
Just became very VERY wet!
I wondered about that. Came down hard at the shop while I was waiting for you. [laugh]
Yep. I was on my way back down there from Kalihi. Got a couple small sprinkles on the visor and then instant WALL OF WATER!!
Found YET ANOTHER ti. 5 spd and cheap, too. But it's teal. ugh.
New Top Gear. [thumbsup]
Prepare for the wife's untimely deployment. :'(
That still really sucks! So what was the plan for Thursday?
I thought you was busy with wife-work and early-wake and such.
we're probably doing yardhouse cause i can't think of anything better. 6-ish. if yer in (or any other you) let me know.
I'll (We'll) do my (our) best to at least stop by.
traded shifts so I'm free on thursday night...
lmk I guess
this a long ass week, yo
Got a good solo ride in yesterday so now the 750 has over one thousand miles and is officially "broken in." Time for the custom map and time to get back on the Monster for a while too.
not a whole lot.
work both sides today and tomorrow... then hopefully not a damn thing until next year.
Tried to pull the trigger on some BSTs today, but got a call back saying they didn't have the right wheels; after being assured three separate times that they did. :(
Opened a package
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Das fuggin sweet!!!
More more more!
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Some nice looking welds. I want to get some touch up paint for a few spots here and there. Oh, and the fancy BB. Yeah, that one's kinda important.
so tonight kicked ass.
got to watch a bunch of ppl have fun and taste high end wines while I rang up customers. thanks for nothin' navy!!!
otoh, the sloppy seconds weren't too shabby tonight
Quote from: elTristo on December 22, 2008, 08:10:46 PM
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A Dream with B-stays!! Cool! Can't wait to see that built up. Do I sense more time in a different saddle coming up? I'm gonna have to work hard to keep up with you youngsters.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 22, 2008, 11:54:13 PM
so tonight kicked ass.
got to watch a bunch of ppl have fun and taste high end wines while I rang up customers. thanks for nothin' navy!!!
What did the Navy have to do with you working at the shop? Schedule conflict?
Quote from: mac900 on December 23, 2008, 08:56:32 AM
A Dream with B-stays!! Cool! Can't wait to see that built up. Do I sense more time in a different saddle coming up? I'm gonna have to work hard to keep up with you youngsters.
I look forward to seeing it built up as well. Need some bits though... bb, stem. I think that's it.
The Campy Carbon Crank set up with the outside bearings is very nice. Boss-ski has the new 11-speed set up on the Pinarello. That might be a bit much but the 10 speeds look pretty darn good too. Get a compact crank set & you'd be stylin'!
Quote from: elTristo on December 23, 2008, 06:42:58 PM
What did the Navy have to do with you working at the shop? Schedule conflict?
if McWifely wasn't getting deployed, I'd have worked thursday, and not monday, which would have freed me up to hang out in the back w/you drunks at the tasting
of course, having gotten to taste everything at the end of the night, as well as go home w/ 1 1/2 glasses worth of the mondavi
and half bottle of the trilogy isn't a bad compromise ;)
[yesterday] Spent a whole lot of money...
sleep in!
now I just gotta fig out how to warm-up drink and get to the game safely [evil]
Quote from: mac900 on December 23, 2008, 11:11:18 PM
The Campy Carbon Crank set up with the outside bearings is very nice. Boss-ski has the new 11-speed set up on the Pinarello. That might be a bit much but the 10 speeds look pretty darn good too. Get a compact crank set & you'd be stylin'!
All true, but I can't even dream of replacing all of my components with Campy. Let the purists complain (it's not my first choice either), but until they donate the parts, I'll be running Ultegra. ;D
Quote from: mac900 on December 24, 2008, 08:48:25 AM
On BST's?
Well, let's just say that Santa should be dropping off a few boxes of South African carbon porn to your shop around the 2nd. Mod day soon after that? ;)
Haven't received any such package. Better check with the shipper. That's all.
lol They aren't supposed to be there until the 2nd, so no playing like you are keeping them for yourself. ;)
Oh yea, changed the oil on the SC.
make the beast with two backs all.
I need a drink.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 25, 2008, 06:40:48 PM
make the beast with two backs all.
I need a drink.
Dude, come over. We are eating and drinking the night away.
but it wouldn't be in proper holiday spirit to drink w/others and make merry.
another buddy invited me over to his 'rents place, since he's bringing two of his coworkers that don't have family here.... and there's dinner at my gram's that I obviously haven't shown up for yet.
or there's wine in my cooler, and tellie.
[yesterday] lost power and then heard the alarm at the penn go off. Time to load up the weapons...
(Also Yesterday)
Lost power. Went looking for electricity, found Leonards Malasadas in Waikele.
(Today)
Ran like a sucker.
Quote from: elTristo on December 27, 2008, 12:34:53 PM
(Today)
Ran like a sucker.
Where did you run? I need to get out and do the same, but have to replenish some much needed moisture into me system...
I'm taking the Monster out today. Wish me luck.
Good luck! Where are you taking it to?
I need to change the oil and the spark plug wires in the VW, but no one that I have called yet seems to have the wires in stock. Don't really want to go and pay top dollar at the stealership... :(
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 27, 2008, 01:05:28 PM
Good luck! Where are you taking it to?
I need to change the oil and the spark plug wires in the VW, but no one that I have called yet seems to have the wires in stock. Don't really want to go and pay top dollar at the stealership... :(
Did you call Hawaii Import Parts?
I have to stop by the vet with Gloria and the dog (11:45) --- after that....... wide open until 3 or so.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 27, 2008, 12:56:31 PM
Where did you run? I need to get out and do the same, but have to replenish some much needed moisture into me system...
Kapiolani park. It was a little humiliating, but worth it. I was in the 'fast' group, but fast was 8 min mile pace.
Were you out with Jenn's running group?
sleep in
watch the czech republic get beat the make the beast with two backs down
watch my boys scrape one out against the penguins
feed the queen
and now... I guess get drunk again.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 27, 2008, 05:49:59 PM
Were you out with Jenn's running group?
yup
[add]
Dinner tonight:
1 Chicken, whole, roasted
1 bottle wine, cheap, tasty
[thumbsup]
oh, and add to the yesterday list: bought cheapo r/c helicopter. yer goin down, benji!
what wine?
Quote from: elTristo on December 28, 2008, 12:09:17 AM
oh, and add to the yesterday list: bought cheapo r/c helicopter. yer goin down, benji!
Air Llama is on the war path?
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 28, 2008, 12:18:57 AM
Air Llama is one the war path?
that made no sense.
sober.
or drunk.
???
So sorry...
meh.
whatever.
made perfect sense to me.
wine= gazela vinho verde
Quote from: elTristo on December 28, 2008, 08:46:39 AM
made perfect sense to me.
And that's all that matters sweet heart.
[cheeky]
make [bacon]
do some laundry
work.
drink some malbec
not sleep.
And on the seventh day, the lord said "cover thy eyes with [bacon] and sleep shall come to thee"
bacon would never make it past my mouth to my eyes.
esp bacon from the lord.
I do feel a bit of hangover creepin' in on me. I shoud find some gatorade and greasy eats...
what if you cooked the bacon above your head, then slowly lowered it to eye level?
Brilliant!
it's true. ;)
so work tonight wasn't bad... until I got some bad news... but anyway.
greatest. week. evar.
[roll]
"Team Building" exercise at Hickam Bowling
Went to Auntie Pastos so my friend could surprise another friend.
Got unbelievably sick after eating [thumbsup]
Quote from: elTristo on December 31, 2008, 08:25:18 AM
Got unbelievably sick after eating [thumbsup]
Good abdominal work out.
so far? not much. but the weather's great.
maybe I can hop on the bike [roll]
Got a visit from South African Santa...
run lunch for the shop crew
watch the american boys get beat the make the beast with two backs down by canada! w00t!!!
eat some oden
and now I'm at home
YAY HOME!!
Been playing MotoGP '08 on the XboX and getting my ass handed to me...
Realized, due to notable kitchen flooding, that I have not hooked the dishwasher up properly.
Getting ready to pick up moron sponsoree and his extended family. tphphph! :P
Quote from: elTristo on January 01, 2009, 04:22:20 PM
Getting ready to pick up moron sponsoree and his extended family. tphphph! :P
Sweet! Have fun with that. ;)
Make sure you set him up with an appt with the Ft Shafter housing office. Have him tell Connie that I sent him and I will split the bonus with you. ;)
I currently have an appt for the fool tomorrow morning on Schofield, but the wife says I need to go to Navy housing first. Ugh.
made a pan sauce and a decent wine pairing.
drank lots of wine.
now I'm at home and kind of meh.
drove the newbie to an appt
Soon: drive the newbie's wife to Honololu to get a rental car from some cut-rate agency.
Quote from: elTristo on January 02, 2009, 01:58:17 PM
drove the newbie to an appt
Soon: drive the newbie's wife to Honololu to get a rental car from some cut-rate agency.
Do you get paid for that stuff or is it just for Brownie points?
Quote from: mac900 on January 02, 2009, 03:40:42 PM
Do you get paid for that stuff or is it just for Brownie points?
Paid, in that I am always getting paid. But no extra.
Brownie points? Only in that nobody else wants to deal with him.
Quote from: elTristo on January 02, 2009, 05:20:45 PM
Paid, in that I am always getting paid. But no extra.
Brownie points? Only in that nobody else wants to deal with him.
Good on you for taking one for the team! ;D
Yesterday: Sweet shark love! [thumbsup]
Today: More sweet sponsoring. :(
Shot a damned near perfect course of fire on the rifle range today. Third weapon system to qual expert on.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 06, 2009, 09:13:40 PM
Shot a damned near perfect course of fire on the rifle range today. Third weapon system to qual expert on.
[thumbsup]
On another note;
It's Wednesday now. What's the continuing story with the front wheel?
Quote from: mac900 on January 07, 2009, 08:28:36 AM
[thumbsup]
What's the continuing story with the front wheel?
Still working on it. The guys at Motowheels think that the wheels were supposed to come with two spacers to situate the wheel in the forks correctly, and that BST did not include them in the packaging; nor were they included in the packaging of the three other Aprila/SC wheels that they had in stock. I reminded them that there was no way including more spacers would fix the issue due to the factory fixed one (on the right side) being the size it is. MW said that they think that one is supposed to be removed and use the two mystery spacers instead. They have asked BST to ship the mystery spacers directly to me, and I just sent them an email to see what the status of this is. I also said that I would be interested in having them take this wheel back and send me the one for the 916/monster (the one that requires the use of the 4p4p), but they are waiting on those wheels to clear customs... Looks like I will might be on the Khyber Pass before this gets sorted... [bang] [bang]
There's always the option of getting another stock axle & left side spacer. Then I could simply chuck them in a lathe and custom fit everything. That's very doable you know. Seriously.
Got the 4p4p calipers in the mail today. Now maybe Motowheels will have THAT wheel in stock to send to me instead of this F'd up one...
finished guiding the giant misshapen penis around work.
got a new guest in.
Quote from: elTristo on January 08, 2009, 09:50:48 PM
got a new guest in.
New guest? When is the new Jen getting back?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 08, 2009, 09:51:58 PM
New guest? When is the new Jen getting back?
I'm guessing never
New guest is a friend who lived here until August, but is back presenting a paper she wrote at a symposium of some sort.
Today: bought a car that will be sitting in a parking space in Makakilo for the foreseeable future.
Quote from: elTristo on January 09, 2009, 11:10:33 PM
I'm guessing never
That's optimistic!
Quote from: elTristo on January 09, 2009, 11:10:33 PM
Today: bought a car that will be sitting in a parking space in Makakilo for the foreseeable future.
Do tell...
get pd to drink two cups of coffee and read some of my book.
now I'm home eating jack in the box brekkie
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 10, 2009, 12:06:17 AM
Do tell...
Not much to tell. It is stationary, in "Park", in Makakilo [cheeky]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 10, 2009, 10:56:05 AM
get pd to drink two cups of coffee and read some of my book.
now I'm home eating jack in the box brekkie
It's the most important meal of the day!
Quote from: elTristo on January 10, 2009, 03:45:04 PM
Not much to tell. It is stationary, in "Park", in Makakilo
The "new" car? But why, pray tell? Why parked? And why in Makakilo?
Last night I managed to sneak in a moonlight ride up to Mililani for an impromptu bar-b-que. Thanks Tristan! The ride was all good except for a small section of rain just off H3 on the return run. Wasn't bad and it quit before I got to the Pali Hwy. so I was barely damp by the time I got home. [moto]
I also got a Vaughn 20oz. framing hammer yesterday. No nail is safe.
Quote from: mac900 on January 10, 2009, 07:03:00 PM
The "new" car? But why, pray tell? Why parked? And why in Makakilo?
I really just need someplace to put it for now. It's not registered yet, and I have the Mazda for a few more months. I don't want to park it on the street, and my friend in Makakilo has an extra parking spot.
Quote from: mac900 on January 11, 2009, 10:05:36 AM
I also got a Vaughn 20oz. framing hammer yesterday. No nail is safe.
Show 'em who's boss!
yesterday was beers, HALO 3, and finally beatin' COD 4
and greek food.
today, watching the giants play like little girls.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 11, 2009, 12:49:19 PM
today, watching the giants play like little girls.
I've been listening to the game on the radio. It's ugly. Certainly not representative of the rivalry and capabilities of those two teams.
Quote from: mac900 on January 11, 2009, 12:54:09 PM
I've been listening to the game on the radio. It's ugly. Certainly not representative of the rivalry and capabilities of those two teams.
game over, pregnant doges!
Spent absolutely FAR too much time sitting in an airplane today. Now I am enjoying the first of my three daily Doha beers. [drink]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 17, 2009, 10:25:22 AM
Spent absolutely FAR too much time sitting in an airplane today. Now I am enjoying the first of my three daily Doha beers. [drink]
Enjoy! Will you still be getting that ration when you're out in the outback? FedEx picked up your wheel yesterday. No word on the replacement wheel yet I presume? Oh, did you get the message that the warranty fuel tank is here?
I seriously doubt there will be anything tasty to drink once I leave Doha, as this place seems to be one of the very few which have escaped CENTCOM's no alcohol policy. There is a slim chance that malty beverages can be had down in Asscrackastan, but only if I get attached to one particular unit. And you had better believe I am working like hell to get to that unit (but not really for the beer though).
No word on the new wheel as of yet. Last I heard, from Ed, BST has yet to give them a firm date on when the new shipment should be in.
And yes, I did get the word on the tank. I told Alex that you (or Gloria) would be getting in touch with her about it, so she is waiting the call. Thanks again for taking care of all this for me. I will be picking up the tab of several varsity runs after I get back. [beer]
Got up, walked the Dogs on the sand dunes, looked out at the big breakers and in a generally western direction thinking about going to Hawaii. Been a long time since Ive been there. but no more Oahu, one of the other islands for me. Sorry people, been to Waikiki countless times, gotta do something different.
Quote from: MendoDave on February 19, 2009, 08:42:01 AM
Sorry people, been to Waikiki countless times, gotta do something different.
Don't be sorry about that, go to Maui! Just make sure that you bring your bike with you. That way we won't have an excuse to not bring ours over on on the superferry to go for a ride. ;) But please do it after July.
Things are getting a little interesting here. Had a SVBIED cook off, followed by two guys in vests, at one of the vehicle ECPs on Tuesday night followed by a rocket attack last night. The building accross the street from mine took at least one round and the entire base was locked down, in full battle rabble, for the next five hours.
But on a light note, just got an email from Motowheels saying that my front wheel is in. ;)
Good times. Don't forget to wear your armored cup.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 05, 2009, 07:24:56 PM
Things are getting a little interesting here. Had a SVBIED cook off, followed by two guys in vests, at one of the vehicle ECPs on Tuesday night followed by a rocket attack last night. The building accross the street from mine took at least one round and the entire base was locked down, in full battle rabble, for the next five hours.
But on a light note, just got an email from Motowheels saying that my front wheel is in. ;)
Could you please provide a dictionary for MilSpeak anachronyms when you speak? That way some of us less enlightened folk will know WTF you are talking about, although I do get that there was pucker factor involved. [roll]
On another note your tank is done & I should be picking it up tomorrow once Gloria & I coordinate with Alex. I can set it up on the trickle charger again or bring it back to the shop & put the front wheel on. Your call, happy to do either way. Stay low. [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on March 06, 2009, 08:36:46 AM
Could you please provide a dictionary for MilSpeak anachronyms when you speak? That way some of us less enlightened folk will know WTF you are talking about, although I do get that there was pucker factor involved. [roll]
On another note your tank is done & I should be picking it up tomorrow once Gloria & I coordinate with Alex. I can set it up on the trickle charger again or bring it back to the shop & put the front wheel on. Your call, happy to do either way. Stay low. [thumbsup]
I had to look that one up meself... I knew it was going to be some type of IED, but i did not know "Suicide Vehicle-Borne".
If you tell them you are Canadan maybe they'll leave you alone [cheeky]
Quote from: mac900 on March 06, 2009, 08:36:46 AM
I do get that there was pucker factor involved. [roll]
Pucker factor? Very much so!
Quote from: mac900 on March 06, 2009, 08:36:46 AM
On another note your tank is done & I should be picking it up tomorrow once Gloria & I coordinate with Alex. I can set it up on the trickle charger again or bring it back to the shop & put the front wheel on. Your call, happy to do either way. Stay low. [thumbsup]
Cool, thanks Rick. Whichever way is easier for you. I emailed back to Motowheels to see if they had a 999 wheel in stock that would match the rear. I might go that way seeing as how I found such a good deal on the forks. Now I would just have to get the triples...
Drove my cage down to the Ward Jamba Juice and just as I was pulling in I saw a Monster and two 1098's leaving the parking lot. Anyone here??
Not me...
mine monster is not quite legal right now. soon tho...
it was me!
hah!
rrrright.
Not me either! The Monster may be down for a bit. All I did today was take the Gixxer down to get some gas & a quick blast on H3 Windward Side. Got Soaked for that.
Quote from: mac900 on March 09, 2009, 01:02:29 AM
Not me either! The Monster may be down for a bit. All I did today was take the Gixxer down to get some gas & a quick blast on H3 Windward Side. Got Soaked for that.
That's what you get for trying. Silly.
So the navy bought jen her tickets home today, to arrive thursday morning. then they jumped out of whatever little shit closet they were hiding in and said fooled you! and laughed and laughed and laughed.
make the beast with two backs them in their dirty holes until they are crumpy fubnublets
i am happy.
Quote from: elTristo on March 09, 2009, 07:25:11 PM
That's what you get for trying. Silly.
I represent that remark. [cheeky]
(Silly was also what it was driving over the Pali tonight coming home from work ---- It was high speed wiper time and only able to make about 30mph)
About to pull the trigger on some more speedy-moto tastyness... [moto]
Quote from: elTristo on March 09, 2009, 11:46:44 PM
So the navy bought jen her tickets home today, to arrive thursday morning. then they jumped out of whatever little shit closet they were hiding in and said fooled you! and laughed and laughed and laughed.
make the beast with two backs them in their dirty holes until they are crumpy fubnublets
i am happy.
ghey. :(
so how much longer is she out?
"Indefinitely"
:'(
Dude, that really sucks! Sorry to hear this...
And yer not around either. My lovin' options are dwindling....
I'm sorry, man... :'(
um, maybe she's on that sub-hunter that got hassled by the chink navy? that's kinda cool, eh?
I'm just trying to draw positives, here...
Came to the JOC today, signed out another 180 rounds, a higher spec tac vest and a couple of frags for my upcoming trip to the border...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 13, 2009, 01:14:07 AM
Came to the JOC today, signed out another 180 rounds, a higher spec tac vest and a couple of frags for my upcoming trip to the border...
well, I'll keep you in my thoughts for a safe return :)
Thanks, me too. ;)
Had a fairly good weekend.
Of course it rained most of Saturday but the WBSK races were good, real good.
Took the 240D to the shop & did light brake work to it. Fronts are all done and now just have to overhaul the rear calipers.
Wiped Ben's SC down (it got just slightly dirty riding it back to the shop in the rain last Sat. Put the trickle charger on the battery. If the weather cooperates next weekend I'll get it back to his place.
Started work on the Monster 900. I'm doing a valve adjustment & changing cam belts. Forgot the feeler gauges at home so I had to go back on Sunday & got the horizontal cylinder done valve adj. wise. Ran out of time to do the vertical cylinder so I'll get that next week. I'm kind of getting "back into" the Monster. It'll get a complete cleaning. I just knocked off the big pieces this weekend. I think I'll change out the rear shock spring while I'm at it.
One of these days the work projects will be done & it'll be back to just plain riding both bicycles & motorbikes on the weekends. Can't wait for that.
well, I did make the beast with two backs all, as per usual.
did manage to cook some chili and put a dent in this bottle of jameson ;D so I guess that's something
Went out on a helo ride to the Khyber Pass on Saturday. The scenery out here is simply amazing! We got to stop at the sight where they filmed the beginning of Iron Man, so that was pretty neat. But by far the most exciting part of the trip was having the chance to put some rounds on target when we overflew a few Talibaddies...
yeah, any day when you get to shoot at stuff is a good day...
:D
KC
I somehow managed to go from damn near no sleep the last few days to somehow passing out while getting ready for work this morning and waking up... oh... about now :(
Finally made the Colnago into a complete bike. But, I've been sick for about a week, so I haven't really ridden it.
you wouldn't happen to have quick access to a truck, would you?
say... saturday morning?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 18, 2009, 01:28:56 AM
you wouldn't happen to have quick access to a truck, would you?
say... saturday morning?
I think I can get my hands on an MRAP for Saturday. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 18, 2009, 01:41:18 AM
I think I can get my hands on an MRAP for Saturday. ;D
There you go with that mil-speak again.
Mine Resistant Ambush Protected. [moto]
'Der you go. [thumbsup]
massive make the beast with two backsing headache today...
:-[
I ain't got a truck, but I can load some crap in my Mazda...
oh, well... :(
Got to shoot a '203 the other day. ;D
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC00117.jpg)
Firing grenades are you?
Geez man, you get to do cool stuff over there. Way cooler than the crap I would get to do. Hope yer enjoying it!
So late Saturday afternoon after a so-so productive day working on the Monster I decided to take the Gixxer home the scenic route up over H3 into Kaneohe, back up the Pali, turn around back down the Pali finishing up through one of our favorite twisty sections. All by myself and without too much traffic on the road. I was really liking the bike and had big fun. I was feeling pretty good about the bike and such.
Then Sunday I did something I should not have done, but...........
I was offered a ride on an 1198.
I took the offer.
From the top of 13 Turns, over to H3, up & over to H1, H2 and one pass through Tech Park.
OMG!
I forgot how much I missed the big bore twin.
Now I'm really messed up. I can't look at the Gixxer the same way any more. There was always that certain "something is missing but I don't know what" because it works so good. It does work good. Damned good in fact, but.............. it ain't the same.
I want the big boom-boom again. It doesn't hurt that it handles better than the 999 and doesn't scorch the inside of my right leg.
Rats. Double rats.
Oh, yer screwed now. [thumbsup]
Hmmm... So the 1198 really lit your fire eh? You know, if I end up re-enlisting down here (about 30% chance that I will) I will most likely be buying one of those, in white. If so you can ride it as much as you want. ;D
There are also lots of good deals on 1098's going arond. I have almost completely corrupted one of the Army guys that I am working with down here, and he is on the prowl for one now. [thumbsup]
Decisions, decisions! Thanks for letting me look over your shoulder Saturday.
Ok Mr. Mac, I hate to do this but I have to request a slightly more detailed ride report on that 1198. Who's was it? I had been seriously kicking the idea around of getting one if I suddenly ran into a large sum of money, and as I said earlier, there is about a 30% chance of that happening before I come back. So talk to me. ;)
I ate a sandwich.
I hate mondays.
Was the sandwich really that bad?
On another note, Chris is wondering if you know anything about an upcoming apprenticeship program at the shipyard... i guess his bro is looking.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 23, 2009, 10:22:25 AM
Ok Mr. Mac, I hate to do this but I have to request a slightly more detailed ride report on that 1198. Who's was it? I had been seriously kicking the idea around of getting one if I suddenly ran into a large sum of money, and as I said earlier, there is about a 30% chance of that happening before I come back. So talk to me. ;)
Ride report as in a PM or post it for everyone to see?
Watched "Zardoz"
Was amazed
Quote from: mac900 on March 23, 2009, 11:37:48 PM
Ride report as in a PM or post it for everyone to see?
Hell, I don't care. I just want to know what you thought of it. Most importantly, how nimble did it feel? Did it turn/lean in well when you were taking it through Tech Park?
Sunday was awesome!! (not really :() Instead of riding, I got to arrest a drunk-ass micronesian guy on a continental flight that decided he wanted to piss all over the lady in front of him. Yes, you read that right. He stood up, unzipped, took his little micro-dick out and pissed all over some poor lady. Douchebag
Quote from: elTristo on March 23, 2009, 03:37:41 PM
Was the sandwich really that bad?
On another note, Chris is wondering if you know anything about an upcoming apprenticeship program at the shipyard... i guess his bro is looking.
job fair is this saturday the 28th at HCC. apps will be handled online.
want I should print the pdf? I can drop it off after work.
which chris is this?
:edit: sammich was ok. there was bacon.
the day sucked. today is not much better, but there maybe be sushi later
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 24, 2009, 02:19:03 PM
job fair is this saturday the 28th at HCC. apps will be handled online.
want I should print the pdf? I can drop it off after work.
which chris is this?
:edit: sammich was ok. there was bacon.
the day sucked. today is not much better, but there maybe be sushi later
Chris = Just Tacos Chris. His bro was looking, i guess, and seems to have latched on to your optimism about the workplace.
[laugh]
ah.
well, I printed, but left the print in the printer.
lame.
Quote from: Brutale on March 24, 2009, 01:27:13 PM
Sunday was awesome!! (not really :() Instead of riding, I got to arrest a drunk-ass micronesian guy on a continental flight that decided he wanted to piss all over the lady in front of him. Yes, you read that right. He stood up, unzipped, took his little micro-dick out and pissed all over some poor lady. Douchebag
Where were you flying to? Continental + Micronesia eventually = Palau, the happiest place on Earth.
Quote from: elTristo on March 25, 2009, 10:09:22 PM
Where were you flying to? Continental + Micronesia eventually = Palau, the happiest place on Earth.
I wish I was flying out! I'm responsible for all airport related stuff, so I was called out when this joker landed. So, if you ever want to have a cup of coffee, just do something stupid on a plane and I will be there to meet you when you land!
Palau, Yap, truk....all on my short list of places to dive!
Well that's not nearly as much fun. I envisioned you having to tackle the guy, peepee still out, and tie his hands together with shoestrings or something.
Do I watch too many movies?
Quote from: elTristo on March 26, 2009, 10:55:31 PM
Do I watch too many movies?
Yes. ;)
And back on track... I'm flying to Kabul tomorrow morning.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 27, 2009, 09:27:08 AM
Yes. ;)
And back on track... I'm flying to Kabul tomorrow morning.
How does one stay "on track" in the say anything thread? ???
Absolutely nothing, and that is the beautiful irony of it all. ;)
BUT, still waiting on Mac's report on the 1198 ride. ;)
Quote from: Brutale on March 27, 2009, 07:36:47 PM
How does one stay "on track" in the say anything thread? ???
good question... you could go to the say anything thd and ask that ;)
I did make the beast with two backs all and loved it! well, not really. I'm still at work. and work both sides today. ghey.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 28, 2009, 07:47:09 PM
BUT, still waiting on Mac's report on the 1198 ride. ;)
Stay tuned. Coming soon.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 30, 2009, 02:07:34 PM
good question... you could go to the say anything thd and ask that ;)
I did make the beast with two backs all and loved it! well, not really. I'm still at work. and work both sides today. ghey.
Note to self. 4 drink limit before posting. [drink]
Boo having to wait!! [cheeky]
Remembered how much I liked Def Leppard (pre Pyromania). Thanks in-dash cassette player!
Quote from: Brutale on March 31, 2009, 10:08:59 AM
Note to self. 4 drink limit before posting. [drink]
4 drink minimum for certain thds... [evil] no worries
I got the Monster finished last Saturday. Valves are all adjusted. Cam belts are replaced. New spark plugs. New battery. Oil change coming up next weekend.
The best part was putting in a new rear shock spring. I got in touch with another Ohlins dealer after the first one kept telling me the old spring was proper. Dan Kyle Racing was the key. Dan looked at all the info I gave him off the original Ohlins spring and came right out with "that spring is too short". He set me up with one that is 10 mm longer and after going through all the sag numbers is two weight ranges stiffer as well. Perfect, perfect, perfect. It has transformed the bike once again and the rear end works great now. No more rear end wobble. In fact now the back is so good I have to work on the front a bit. Oh well, not much really. That bike is getting darn close to superbike handling.
Good deal!! Glad to hear that you got it back to where you are happy with it again. And yes, I have heard nothing but great things regarding Dan Kyle. Guys there really seem to know there stuff when it comes to bouncy bits.
But when are we going to get that more detailed ride report? ;) On a slightly related note to that, and to my pondering as to whether or not to try and get a whilte 1198: I found a GREAT deal on a barely used 1098S that is in DC, where I will be spending another week when I come out of the sandbox...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 07, 2009, 02:48:59 AM
But when are we going to get that more detailed ride report? ;) On a slightly related note to that, and to my pondering as to whether or not to try and get a whilte 1198: I found a GREAT deal on a barely used 1098S that is in DC, where I will be spending another week when I come out of the sandbox...
The 1198 report will be posted in the next couple of days. I promise. [thumbsup] The 1198 is going to be out of my price range for sure but I'm looking a lot harder at the possibility of an 848 or used 1098. I'm getting closer to getting a ride on the 848 to see how that goes. Maybe we could get a deal if we bought two at the same time. I'll get a white one and you get a red one. Then we'll swap out the body pieces so you can have the white w/red frame. How's that?
Are you talking about taking Anne's for a ride? She asked me how to get in touch with you, and was offering to let you take her's out for an "extended" spin. I hope you don't mind, but I gave her your email address.
The 1098S that I am looking at is black with the red frame. It has less than two thousand miles on it and the guy said he wanted $16.5 for it, but would "quick sell" it to me for $15.5 if I could do it within the month. I told him that I would have to wait until I come back through DC again in June/July, so who knows if the bike will still be around.
Now as far as a possible 1198 goes... If I get one it will be the white one. The white body panels on the black frame/swingarm look so hot it should be unholy! ;)
Don't see myself entertaining the thought of buying from South Seas. We all know that they most likely won't have the bikes in stock, so there isn't much of a chance on getting a deal from them. BUT, there are quite a few dealers on the left coast that have them in stock, and I am sure they would be willing to work a deal for two bikes sold. All we would have to do is get them shipped down. Both of us have done that already, and it only hurts once...
Quote from: mac900 on April 07, 2009, 09:37:29 AM
Maybe we could get a deal if we bought two at the same time. I'll get a white one and you get a red one.
OMG! kawaii desu!!!!! ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 07, 2009, 10:54:47 AM
Don't see myself entertaining the thought of buying from South Seas. We all know that they most likely won't have the bikes in stock, so there isn't much of a chance on getting a deal from them. BUT, there are quite a few dealers on the left coast that have them in stock, and I am sure they would be willing to work a deal for two bikes sold. All we would have to do is get them shipped down. Both of us have done that already, and it only hurts once...
I understand completely. They are hard to work with but the changing economic climate might affect that. Might not either. As for stock, I'm pretty sure they still have the same two 848's on the showroom floor that were there before you left. There are rumors of still crated bikes in the back also. Of course I'd have to sell both of my bikes no matter which way I went on a deal for new or used. I wouldn't be opposed to shipping something here if the deal was right.
let's see.... today I worked, paid a bill, and bummed internet (right now, in fact)
yep. so sweet.
Quote from: mac900 on April 08, 2009, 09:30:24 AM
I understand completely. They are hard to work with but the changing economic climate might affect that. Might not either. As for stock, I'm pretty sure they still have the same two 848's on the showroom floor that were there before you left. There are rumors of still crated bikes in the back also. Of course I'd have to sell both of my bikes no matter which way I went on a deal for new or used. I wouldn't be opposed to shipping something here if the deal was right.
I think they shipped off one (if not both) of the two 848's that they had out on the floor before I left. Shaun was telling me about a movie that was being filmed on the big island, and the Ducati wanted the two bikes for the filming. There is always a decent chance of new ones in the back, and I would think a decent deal could be had on those, but... I think I want that huge torque hit of the 1198 now. :D
I don't know about any bikes going away for a movie but I do know that two 848's have been sitting in the back of the showroom for months. Nothing new there as some 999's were in the showroom for over a year before they were sold. The big torque hit of the 1198, or 1098 for that matter? Yes, I know of what you speak & I ponder that also. The 999 was great for that too but as wonderful as it is, sometimes (most of the time actually) you get the sense that the bike is way overkill. That's not necessarily a bad thing. Your SC puts out more torque than the 675 and that's one of the reasons that the SC is so much fun to ride. You can use the SC torque. The big boys are a little much for this island IMO and they're a bit of a handlfull in most of our corners. That's why I want to ride an 848 for a while to see how I like it. It'd have more torque than the Gixxer and would still have the boom-boom. Then again after having tasted the really big bore stuff it might pale. Who knows? If you want to set up our contact then go right ahead as the offer was also made to me last weekend but I don't know to get in touch other than showing up at certain rides. That'd work too so no worries either way.
Quote from: mac900 on April 09, 2009, 09:36:47 AMThe big boys are a little much for this island IMO and they're a bit of a handlfull in most of our corners.
I agree that the 1098/1198 is most likely a bit much for Hawaii. But the reason that I keep looking at that/those bikes is because even though I am going to put in for three more years there, I know I won't be there permanently and hopefully will end up back in Europe after that.
The Monster got it's oil changed yesterday. I'm going to do a slight mod to the clip-ons and raise the front just a bit. The rear is very stable now and the rear ride height was raised a bit so that, in turn, effectively dropped the front shortening the trail. That shows up as a tiny bit of wiggle in the front when leaned over at 60 mph. Raising the front should fix that.
So, I'm going for it. Both bikes will be up for sale. Don't get me wrong, the Suzuki is an absolutely great bike but it doesn't kick my wheels like the Ducati does. If the Monster doesn't sell then so what. I'd be perfectly OK with that and would still be happy just modding away. I don't think the list ever stops.
Quote from: mac900 on April 12, 2009, 02:45:08 PM
The Monster got it's oil changed yesterday. I'm going to do a slight mod to the clip-ons and raise the front just a bit. The rear is very stable now and the rear ride height was raised a bit so that, in turn, effectively dropped the front shortening the trail. That shows up as a tiny bit of wiggle in the front when leaned over at 60 mph. Raising the front should fix that.
So, I'm going for it. Both bikes will be up for sale. Don't get me wrong, the Suzuki is an absolutely great bike but it doesn't kick my wheels like the Ducati does. If the Monster doesn't sell then so what. I'd be perfectly OK with that and would still be happy just modding away. I don't think the list ever stops.
Sell the MacMonster? So some weirdo would have that wonderful piece of kit? Oh well; do what makes you happy mang.
My weekend disappeared entirely. Friend in from Australia convinced me to spend some quality time out. A few hours at the beach, Mortons with him and Teddy, then hours on the toilet. It wasn't what we had planned necessarily. Still a good steak though.
So do I take it that you took Anne's bike for a ride?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2009, 07:36:37 PM
So do I take it that you took Anne's bike for a ride?
Nope. I've been watching a lot of You Tube instead. I've also been watching Craigslist & Ebay plus checking the used inventory of a few west coast dealers. I think that South Seas still has that 999S too. They weren't real approachable yesterday at 1630 as they were in shut down mode. Lots of options are open.
The bottom line is that if I end up keeping the Monster I'm all good with that. I've decided that as good as the 750 is I still have more fun on the 900. Go figure.
Think you can wait until I get back to make your move, that way we can try to get a "group discount"?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2009, 07:46:41 PM
Think you can wait until I get back to make your move, that way we can try to get a "group discount"?
Let's see how it goes. Both bikes hit Craigslist this afternoon. Of course, that has little bearing as to when, or if, they might sell.......
Well, I saw the add for the Monster, but not the Gixxer... Hmmm...
Nevermind, saw it...
starting my countdown to two weeks of freedom...
WOO HOO HOLIDAY TIME!!! [moto]
it's a holiday?
So, wassup with the 2 free weeks? Planning on smoking WAAAAAAAY too much weed and forgetting who you are for a fortnight?
PSNS next week for that corp initiative conference, remember? you still gonna feed my cat?
and the week I get back I'm in CAD/CAM training for a week, so at least I'll be out of the shop
god, how can it be only tuesday??
oh well, back to work.
wait... you have a cat?
;D
Quote from: elTristo on April 15, 2009, 10:52:57 PM
wait... you have a cat?
;D
sorry... the queen of the universe and it's coastal waters requests a temporary food-provider in my absence.
better, sweetie?
Tried to swim today, against my better judgment. My shoulder held up okay for a little while, but once it went bad, it went fast. I dunno.
Now, I am hungry.
Quote from: elTristo on April 16, 2009, 07:51:47 PM
Tried to swim today, against my better judgment. My shoulder held up okay for a little while, but once it went bad, it went fast. I dunno.
Now, I am hungry.
I was wondering about that. You're not supposed to ride a motorcycle but it's OK to swim & run? Or not?
friday, yay! just waitin' on my travel packet....
Quote from: mac900 on April 17, 2009, 12:46:33 AM
I was wondering about that. You're not supposed to ride a motorcycle but it's OK to swim & run? Or not?
It's all kinda up in the air right now while I await my MRI results. I'm theoretically allowed to do anything as long as it doesn't hurt. I hadn't tried swimming yet, and it didn't hurt, at least at first. I can jog, and that's okay, but if my arms really start swinging, it hurts. I rode my mtn/commuter bike to work, and, as long as i was just cruising and not pulling on the bars much, it was ok. But that is a really upright seating position, and it was only for like 20 minutes.
I'm not running tomorrow, though. It's a 90 min trail run, and I'm pretty sure that's going to cause bad stuff. I will swing by the shop, though.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on April 17, 2009, 02:20:12 PM
friday, yay! just waitin' on my travel packet....
When do you head out?
Damn Tristo! Had no idea your arm/shoulder/torso/upper region was giving you so much grief. What brought all this on?
Didn't do much out of the ordinary over here today. Built some products and am about to go to my "hole" and smoke for a while...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 18, 2009, 09:16:58 AM
Damn Tristo! Had no idea your arm/shoulder/torso/upper region was giving you so much grief. What brought all this on?
No idea.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 18, 2009, 09:16:58 AM
Didn't do much out of the ordinary over here today. Built some products and am about to go to my "hole" and smoke for a while...
Back in yer smokin' hole, boy!
god, I hate shopping.
but, I do have professional looking digs for next week. I get to play grown-up ^_^
Got the clip on risers from Motowheels today. The weekend plan is to redo the front end on the Monster. We're getting close to spot on men!
You will hopefully be getting a few packages from Motowheels for me in the near future, and maybe even some fork legs. [moto]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 23, 2009, 05:05:41 AM
You will hopefully be getting a few packages from Motowheels for me in the near future, and maybe even some fork legs. [moto]
That, sir, will cost you storage. [drink] [drink]
BTW, speaking in an offhand way of 999's, the guy that bought my old 999 is offering it back to me. Of course, unless the Suzuki goes, that isn't up for discussion. However......and then I have to remind myself why I sold it in the first place. (Well, because you found somebody to buy it - you dummy [laugh]) That has set me to thinking, but probably not too clearly.
That is a debt that I will gladly pay. [beer]
And thinking of the 999 again are you? Well, you already reminded yourself why you got rid of it, so I don't need to go down that road with you. As much as you loved that bike, I think we all did, I would almost say it's best to not go back down that road. You have already sampled other things and your memory of it is probably fonder than how you would feel if you took it back.
Besides, you have to get an 848. :D
If only I were ignorant of the year of problems that bike sat thru, I would pretend I was Mac and buy it. But, I am not ignorant (of this, at least), which is probably good.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 23, 2009, 12:11:32 PM
You have already sampled other things and your memory of it is probably fonder than how you would feel if you took it back.
Kind of like an old girlfriend, huh? The sex was good but man was she ever a pain in the butt. [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on April 23, 2009, 11:54:16 PM
Kind of like an old girlfriend, huh? The sex was good but man was she ever a pain in the butt. [laugh]
Exactly.
well, I'm back...
Sure, but what did you DO today?
[cheeky]
Broke up with the girlfriend [thumbsup]....went for a nice ride over the Pali to Kailua [moto]
Dang, that's an eventful day!
On this end: Picked up my wife at the airport (after 128 days out)
Quote from: elTristo on April 26, 2009, 10:58:16 PM
Dang, that's an eventful day!
On this end: Picked up my wife at the airport (after 128 days out)
Hooray!!!! Guess we won't be seeing you for a while. :-* [thumbsup]
Quote from: elTristo on April 26, 2009, 10:58:16 PM
On this end: Picked up my wife at the airport (after 128 days out)
SWEET dude, congrats!!
Quote from: elTristo on April 25, 2009, 11:21:30 PM
Sure, but what did you DO today?
[cheeky]
what DID I do on saturday? fly... eat... laundry...
today we are adding one more item to the list of crap re: our FNITG
Quote from: teddy037.2 on April 27, 2009, 02:28:19 PM
what DID I do on saturday? fly... eat... laundry...
today we are adding one more item to the list of crap re: our FNITG
I assume that's an IT guy? Maybe? If so, you already have a list of crap re: him?
Quote from: mac900 on April 27, 2009, 12:11:18 AM
Hooray!!!! Guess we won't be seeing you for a while. :-* [thumbsup]
Not like I've been all that active recently anyway :-\ I took the Monster on a quick run around the neighborhood last week, but I can really only handle short times right now. Kinda makes group rides difficult.
Turned in my DEROS option rip. I had originally thought that I was going to put in for an IPCOT down there, but being out here has given me ample time to rethink a lot of things, and decisions that I have/had made. So, I am electing to maintain the current DEROS of May '10. Now if Alex comes in, and things work out there, there is a chance that the time will get extended until 2012, but at that point I am pretty sure I will be leaving the Air Force...
Quote from: elTristo on April 27, 2009, 05:15:20 PM
I assume that's an IT guy? Maybe? If so, you already have a list of crap re: him?
yep. and yep.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 28, 2009, 01:18:54 AM
Turned in my DEROS option rip. I had originally thought that I was going to put in for an IPCOT down there, but being out here has given me ample time to rethink a lot of things, and decisions that I have/had made. So, I am electing to maintain the current DEROS of May '10. Now if Alex comes in, and things work out there, there is a chance that the time will get extended until 2012, but at that point I am pretty sure I will be leaving the Air Force...
You can't leave next May, you just got a fancy new house! And stuff!
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 28, 2009, 01:18:54 AM
Turned in my DEROS option rip. I had originally thought that I was going to put in for an IPCOT down there, but being out here has given me ample time to rethink a lot of things, and decisions that I have/had made. So, I am electing to maintain the current DEROS of May '10. Now if Alex comes in, and things work out there, there is a chance that the time will get extended until 2012, but at that point I am pretty sure I will be leaving the Air Force...
uoooo..... there was a nice re-up bonus in there wasn't there? How many years in are you?
Quote from: elTristo on April 28, 2009, 10:04:13 PM
You can't leave next May, you just got a fancy new house! And stuff!
Yea, the house is nice. There is always a chance that we will have some extra time down there, but I wanted to leave the options open. If/when Alex comes into the AF then I will have the chance to match my DEROS to hers which would take me out to my seperation date or 2012.
Quote from: mac900 on April 28, 2009, 11:47:21 PM
uoooo..... there was a nice re-up bonus in there wasn't there? How many years in are you?
And yes, there was a very nice bonus if I would have re-enlisted down here. I would have been getting about $60K tax free, but... Let's just say that my eyes have been opened to a few things and I am not willing to continue with that sort of commitment right now. Now mind you, I will always have the chance to change my mind later and re-enlist then, and that would net me an even larger bonus, possibly up to $90K if the figures stay the same as they are now.
I will hit ten years while I am down here, and be right at 13 at my current seperation date, but none of that matters much because I will most likely still be working in govvie channels if/when I get out, so I won't lose any of that time.
teddy may have bought an Al swingin' arm today.
I will have the coolest imaginary bike in the world! [thumbsup]
scratch that.
have bought.
one of these days I might actually *gasp* put something ON the bike!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on April 29, 2009, 11:07:50 PM
one of these days I might actually *gasp* put something ON the bike!
That'd be cool. You know you have an instant support crew if & when you decide to embark on such an ambitious project
Quote from: mac900 on April 30, 2009, 12:16:33 AM
That'd be cool. You know you have an instant support crew if & when you decide to embark on such an ambitious project
thanks, man. one thing I just realised... if the Al arm is meant for a 5.5 rear, will there be an issue w/my 4.5?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on April 29, 2009, 11:07:50 PM
[snip]
one of these days I might actually *gasp* put something ON the bike!
Like yer butt?
;D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on April 30, 2009, 09:22:04 AM
thanks, man. one thing I just realised... if the Al arm is meant for a 5.5 rear, will there be an issue w/my 4.5?
I dunno. That may be something we find out in the middle of bolting it up. ;D
Quote from: elTristo on April 30, 2009, 04:33:00 PM
Like yer butt?
;D
shoosh, you! I need a tire, at the very least... well, there's always the option for pre-new tire burnout shenanigans...
Quote from: mac900 on May 01, 2009, 12:34:41 AM
I dunno. That may be something we find out in the middle of bolting it up. ;D
ok, so 4.5 needs a spacer fab'd. or I buy 5.5.
I am so freakin' bored right now...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 01, 2009, 09:20:08 AM
shoosh, you! I need a tire, at the very least... well, there's always the option for pre-new tire burnout shenanigans...
ok, so 4.5 needs a spacer fab'd. or I buy 5.5.
Maybe, maybe not. I imagine that you'd have to consider these:
Rear axle bolt diameter size & length (distance between the ends of the arms),
Spacing of the rear sprocket so that it's in line with the countersprocket,
Compatibility of the rear brake caliper mounting to the existing rear wheel when mounted,
Front mounting bolt diameter & length,
Shock absorber mounting bolt & location,
That sort of stuff.
Wait until Ben's front end stuff gets here. I bet we have fun with that modification too.
I got some FHE that the Al arm won't work w/a 4.5 rear on the 02+ monsters....
Quote from: mac900 on May 01, 2009, 04:22:19 PM
Maybe, maybe not. I imagine that you'd have to consider these:
Rear axle bolt diameter size & length (distance between the ends of the arms),
Spacing of the rear sprocket so that it's in line with the countersprocket,
Compatibility of the rear brake caliper mounting to the existing rear wheel when mounted,
Front mounting bolt diameter & length,
Shock absorber mounting bolt & location,
That sort of stuff.
Gee Rick, always the optimist. ;)
Quote from: mac900 on May 01, 2009, 04:22:19 PM
Wait until Ben's front end stuff gets here. I bet we have fun with that modification too.
Hopefully mine won't be too bad, but it will be VERY time consuming!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 01, 2009, 06:54:29 PM
I got some FHE that the Al arm won't work w/a 4.5 rear on the 02+ monsters....
Why / how is that?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2009, 09:58:29 PM
Gee Rick, always the optimist. ;)
Optimism, schmoptimism. I just calls it like I sees it. Hey, All I wanted to do was to put some risers on the clip-ons and mount them below the top triples. I'm still not done. I still don't know if it will result in the desired change and even if it does I will have to fabricate whole new fairing mounts. Ain't modding wonderful?? [bang]
And I can't wait to get a new bike so I can start all over again
Quote from: mac900 on May 02, 2009, 12:11:02 AM
Why / how is that?
talking to a guy that did the same swap... well, on a 800ie. I guess maybe all the S bikes went to 5.5? where the 620 and 800 were 4.5 on the steel arm?
maybe the 5.5 on the steel arm would be a closer fit, but there's more room for the 5.5 on the al?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 02, 2009, 10:41:28 AM
talking to a guy that did the same swap... well, on a 800ie. I guess maybe all the S bikes went to 5.5? where the 620 and 800 were 4.5 on the steel arm?
maybe the 5.5 on the steel arm would be a closer fit, but there's more room for the 5.5 on the al?
I certainly don't pretend to know all there is to know about this swap but the only thing that I can imagine the the 5.5 rim has is the proper spacing at the rear axle. The actual 4.5 rim width out at the tire shouldn't be a factor for the Al swingarm since it's already set for the wider tire. Running a narrower tire would be no problem fitment wise. The main concern would be lining up the sprocket and the brake properly.
If worse came to worse you might have to buy a 5.5 rear wheel & axle. That'd be par for the course on these slippery mod slopes.
Quote from: mac900 on May 02, 2009, 11:48:43 AM
If worse came to worse you might have to buy a 5.5 rear wheel & axle. That'd be par for the course on these slippery mod slopes.
yeah, that's what I'm worried about
Last week I started installing the riser sections for my clip-ons, which meant dropping the forks out of the top triples in order to put the bar mounts under the top triples. True to form nothing really goes simply & "like its supposed to".
The actual fork tube drop & reinsert was easy enough but then I found that the riser brackets hit the fairing mount brackets so out came the mounting brackets, i.e. no fairing to be installed at this time. Then the Allen bolt heads that came with the brackets wouldn't fit into the clip-on bars themselves. OK they were swapped into the top triple for clamps. Then the risers still interfered with the top triple and the clip-on bars couldn't rotate far enough forward to be rideable. Had to come up with some spacers to make that work. Then, since the bar mounting Allen bolts didn't fit and had to be used elsewhere I had to come up with four new bolts to mount the bars. Finally got everything squared away but ran out of time to properly set the brake & clutch levers & reservoirs.
That last bit got done yesterday and after a bit more adjusting I got to ride it today. The initial report seems positive. It steers good and doesn't seem to have to have that front end slight shake. Then again I didn't get to push it as hard as I can but still......
There's still a few adjustments that I want to make as far as bar position goes. Then I'll have to fabricate new fairing mounts. Yippee kay ay.
I am fretting over money that I don't have.
:'(
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 04, 2009, 02:19:06 PM
I am fretting over money that I don't have.
:'(
Don't we all?
No kidding. I was all happy when I thought I was going to re-enlist and come out of here with 60G tax free... But alas, there will be no 1098S in my near future...
Quote from: mac900 on May 05, 2009, 12:33:25 AM
Don't we all?
yeah, but this ain't for anything fun
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 05, 2009, 09:07:06 AM
yeah, but this ain't for anything fun
fretting over the crack habit, I assume?
so Ivan at south seas called me today lol
they still have my cyl barrel
but the scary thing is I was going to call them today about a new tire
I go in saturday.
ohhh yeeaaahhhh. I had kinda forgotten about that. Of course, it's not my bike. Not that I haven't kinda forgotten about it as well.
I need some sleep.
made it to friday! great googly moogly has this been a long ass week
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 07, 2009, 02:25:45 PM
I go in saturday.
If you do go in Sat. have a look to see if those two used 999s' are still around. Just for grins.
Quote from: mac900 on May 08, 2009, 09:26:14 AM
If you do go in Sat. have a look to see if those two used 999s' are still around. Just for grins.
And tell Scott that Alex will be down soon for my axle.
y'all want fries w/that?
;)
Actually, the fries are all I want. Thank you [thumbsup]
let's see...
jump start bike, get to south seas
Mr. Gyro
best buy
decide on pilot powers
grocery shop for mother's day lunch
yep. that's it so far...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 09, 2009, 09:18:57 PM
let's see...
jump start bike, get to south seas
Mr. Gyro
best buy
decide on pilot powers
grocery shop for mother's day lunch
yep. that's it so far...
what he said
what he said
what he said
and go to dinner with a friend who has now left the island.
So I take it you never heard back from the bastards?
Quote from: elTristo on May 09, 2009, 11:35:32 PM
So I take it you never heard back from the bastards?
nope, but mac said he saw the girl wearing new rubber when he swung by later... ???
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 10, 2009, 09:17:41 AM
nope, but mac said he saw the girl wearing new rubber when he swung by later... ???
It's just like me to unintentionally stir up trouble. [moto]
lol, I just want the bike back is all
I dropped the clip-ons down about 1/4" to 3/8" and had to sweep them back a bit due to lack of clearance. Hoo-boy!
Power steering!! --- I think the rear sweep is what did it. I have to get a file out and clean off some inside edges of the bars so they can clear the sides of the top triples.
Having great fun with the Monster these days.
Relisted the Gixxer, dropped the price a bit and included pictures. Had four bites the first day and today got a $400.00 cash deposit on the full asking price. The deal should go down later this week. Another guy is waiting with full price if the deposit guy falls through, in fact the second guy wanted to do a cash deal today to cut out the first guy but I said that ain't kosher.
Got an extended ride on an 848 today. Interesting.
Sweet man, congrats on getting what you were asking for, or at least sort of. How much did you drop from the price on the original add?
And what did you think of the 848? I am assuming it wasn't Rich's and you actually got to see what it did through a turn. ;)
interesting.... I look forward to the continued bikey drama [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 10, 2009, 10:00:44 PM
Sweet man, congrats on getting what you were asking for, or at least sort of. How much did you drop from the price on the original add?
And what did you think of the 848? I am assuming it wasn't Rich's and you actually got to see what it did through a turn. ;)
I dropped $700.00 ----- It was still on highest side of all the resale value figures. Similar bikes on ebay have sold for lots less or not at all. Some folks came in real low on their offers and I told them I'd be happy to ride the bike another year and I'd still sell it for more than they were offering.
I have mixed thoughts on the 848 and I'm sorting through them. Since you know me you know that may take a while. It's not as powerful or as torquey as I thought it might be. It does have very manageable power and that makes it very easy to ride. The early magazine reports listed it as having a similar hp/weight ratio to a 999 so you would think it would accelerate at a similar rate. Oddly, it is no where near the animal that the 999 is. It does turn but still not as good (easily) as the Gixxer. It's nearly like the 1198 but without the big torque. I'll have more to say later. While I could live with it very easily I'm not as instantly in love with it as I thought I might be. Today anyway.
so I got 'er back yesterday... no shenanigans, just rode home.
lordy do those pilots want to just fall into turns. it was spooky, esp. that 1st right I took leaving the parking lot
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 11, 2009, 09:06:00 AM
so I got 'er back yesterday... no shenanigans, just rode home.
lordy do those pilots want to just fall into turns. it was spooky, esp. that 1st right I took leaving the parking lot
I think you'll come to love those tires. They made a world of difference to the 999 and to the Monster as well.
Quote from: mac900 on May 11, 2009, 09:36:28 AM
I think you'll come to love those tires. They made a world of difference to the 999 and to the Monster as well.
i'm sure I will, they do seem the popular choice...
I'm officially down to one bike again. [popcorn] [drink] [popcorn]
Cool man, glad that worked out for you.
One thing that I had wondered about the 848, was would I be happy with one considering it didn't have that big torquey punch. That is the one thing that I absolutely LOVE about the SC is the way it snaps you back, and with that in mind I think I would be happier with a 1098/1098S/1198. But alas, I am no longer in the market for getting something new.
Think you might try to make a move on a 999S? ;)
if it's even still there...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 12, 2009, 09:07:56 AM
Cool man, glad that worked out for you.
One thing that I had wondered about the 848, was would I be happy with one considering it didn't have that big torquey punch. That is the one thing that I absolutely LOVE about the SC is the way it snaps you back, and with that in mind I think I would be happier with a 1098/1098S/1198. But alas, I am no longer in the market for getting something new.
Think you might try to make a move on a 999S? ;)
One thing you have to remember about a 999 is that I've been there & done that. I'm not saying that I wouldn't do it again but the 848/1098 is a better bike in a lot of respects. They are cooler engine temp & exhaust temp wise. Check out pics of 999's. Note how the top of the vertical cylinder head is exposed. That isn't the case on the old 916/996 style bikes or the new bikes. There are body work covers over the heads. The 999 looks good with the exposed head but that thing generates heat that roasts the inside of your thigh. The 848/1098 also turns better right out of the box and I reckon with a little suspension twidling could be made even better. I could go get my old 999 back, which looks way better than the Black one and has more mods. If it came to that I'd just about as soon do that than go hassle with the South Seas guys.
More coming on the 848 ride but one thing about the torque. The big bike torque is all good in a straight line or more broad curves but I think it works against you in tight corners and, duh, look what most of our corners are. You would just have to work harder and pay lots more attention with the big bikes. Hmmm.....
That 900 Monster is still looking pretty good.
Oh, here's an interesting thought.
Last year when I sold the 999 I just about cried when it rolled away.
When the Suzuki left last night I was just flat neutral. It didn't bother me a bit. I didn't even watch it go but I heard it. The kid was already wacking the throttle at the stop sign........ [roll]
And there you have it, those Ducs just do that to us. Actually, I think it is that way with all wheeled things Italian. As silly as this sounds, I almost got a bit emotional when I sold the Bianchi but felt nothing when I walked away from the BMW.
s'okay mac... we don't miss it, neither ;)
let's see...
wipe some ass
play english teacher on the trip report
volunteer for the weekend
post in FS
pop open a red horse! beer ito ang tama! whatever the make the beast with two backs that means! lol
now I'm jonesin' for some lechon.... or adobo... mmmm.... pancit.....
I have NO idea what you are talking about.
Except for the bit about the food. I got that. ;D
fixed what the night shift guy didn't do
proofed/edited glenn's trip report from PSNS
I am working OT both days
listed all my parts in FS, and my lid on craigslist
we got another pilipino beer in, from san miguel, but actually tasty, and 7%
Your lid?
So is the bike next?
Maybe you could keep all this fun stuff if you would quit spending so much money on your booze/beer. ;)
He's doing it to help a friend who needs money.
I know. I am just saying: think of all the money he would have been able to save if he hadn't been spending so much on booze throughout the years. ;)
my fox lid... and moto-x boots. but the bike has been on my mind, the last couple of days.
and actually, I haven't been drinking or going out nearly as much as I have before...
most of that money's been sent her way
w00t!
got a nibble on the forks, my lid, and sold the red screen
stayed awake in class
had some decent guisantes for lunch
ship the screen
now I gotta go to work
jebus! LMK when you want them side panels
Oh, roight. This weekend I suppose.
okie.
oh, teh kryptonite came to the shop yesterday a bit after you left... shoulda asked if she was going to work on friday, matty wants to go for sushi
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 20, 2009, 09:51:09 AM
okie.
oh, teh kryptonite came to the shop yesterday a bit after you left... shoulda asked if she was going to work on friday, matty wants to go for sushi
???
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 22, 2009, 09:16:38 AM
lol, sorry... that one chick from kunio...
ohhhh yeahhhhh
poor memory is one of the trappings of old age, you know. that and, umm, that other thing.
yeah, I hate that.
it was funny, when she came in she was all, "so THIS is where you work! no wonder you know so much about sake!"
breakfast.
second breakfast.
wash the girl, lube her chain.
watch college lacrosse.
how exciting! :-\
Got back from Kabul last night. Almost got caught up in an IED blast on saturday while trying to go visit the NORSOF guys. Boy was that fun! lol
Flying out to Bamyan tomorrow. Hopefully I will have a chance to go see the remains of the giant Buddha statues out there...
washed the car today *shock!*
shoulda left it dirty, now I can see all the crap in the paint...
that was about it... didn't get safety for the bike, or replace the shelf, but I have a better idea of what I want to do.
oh, and watch cornell drop a big lead to syracuse... crazy make the beast with two backsing game!
You what-ed the car?
You washed the what?
You what-ed the what?
Quote from: elTristo on May 25, 2009, 08:33:30 PM
You what-ed the car?
You washed the what?
You what-ed the what?
whoshotwhointhewhatnow?
On Wednesday; climbed to the top of an old Hazara fortress that was once occupied by Genghis Khan, out near Bamyan. Good god the air was thin up there!!
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC00143.jpg)
Nothing quite that cool.
Rode biciclette to work with broken toe
got a flat with no spare or air
found out my toe isn't broken, just dislocated
got it relocated. no whiskey, nothing to bite down on
gaah
let's see...
my yesterday involved sammiches.
and a trip to the vet.
today, I hope for things to be less dramatic
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 28, 2009, 10:22:27 PM
On Wednesday; climbed to the top of an old Hazara fortress that was once occupied by Genghis Khan, out near Bamyan. Good god the air was thin up there!!
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC00143.jpg)
Now you're a part of world history in a small but still significant way. How's that?
slept in past 4 am for the first time in a while.
Taking the bike out for a morning ride.
Then going to the brigade festivities.
(I HATE ceremonies)
slight hangover-curing greasy brekkie from 7-11
[coffee] [coffee]
and I start work in about 30... yay!
waiting for some lady so come and buy one of my wife's purses. then on to Waffle House! ;D
mmmmm.... waffle house....
:) :) :)
Got my teef cleaned.
Get to go on "watch" until 0700 tomorrow.
Put some serious thought into extending down here...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 01, 2009, 08:39:14 PM
Put some serious thought into extending down here...
Which would be staying in the AF for a while longer or staying in Afganistan longer?
Afghanistan or course! ;) As much as I wish otherwise, the Air Force has me until 2012...
I'm a bit old & slow so bear with me please. Am I to understand correctly that you are thinking about staying longer in the 'stan? Seriously?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 02, 2009, 02:53:57 AM
Afghanistan or course! ;) As much as I wish otherwise, the Air Force has me until 2012...
Are you at BAF or KAF? I was at a remote outpost in Khost Province near Salerno
Quote from: mac900 on June 03, 2009, 12:07:54 AM
I'm a bit old & slow so bear with me please. Am I to understand correctly that you are thinking about staying longer in the 'stan? Seriously?
Well, I was but don't think I will anymore. I have been working on a project down here that is still in its infancy, and I don't want to walk away from it unless I know it will be left in good hands.
Quote from: zzilla on June 03, 2009, 02:50:37 AM
Are you at BAF or KAF? I was at a remote outpost in Khost Province near Salerno
I am out of BAF but haven't really spent that much time here. I do a fair bit of travelling...
find myself in a quandary.
several, actually.
[roll]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 03, 2009, 02:21:37 PM
find myself in a quandary.
several, actually.
[roll]
Is that anything like a quarry? You can tell because you would be surrounded by rocks. Are you surrounded by rocks?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 03, 2009, 09:14:59 AM
Well, I was but don't think I will anymore. I have been working on a project down here that is still in its infancy, and I don't want to walk away from it unless I know it will be left in good hands.
I thought there might be a woman involved here!
Quote from: elTristo on June 03, 2009, 07:51:09 PM
Are you surrounded by rocks?
not yet... if I have my way, my bedroom will look like one of those rooms at the madonna :D
Quote from: Tigermeat on June 04, 2009, 12:41:26 AM
I thought there might be a woman involved here!
that... would suck. ben's married.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 04, 2009, 08:59:50 AM
that... would suck. ben's married.
lol yea, I don't think Alex would approve much of that.
had 24 hour guard shift yesterday. had the day off today, but still had to go to work to receive an award.
awards are nice.
when I do good, all I get is more work.
and that last time, when I did really, really good.... another dude, who had nothing to do w/it really.... got money.
???
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 05, 2009, 09:05:23 AM
awards are nice.
when I do good, all I get is more work.
and that last time, when I did really, really good.... another dude, who had nothing to do w/it really.... got money.
???
That blows. I once lost half of an $1,100.00 commission on a car sale simply because another salesman once sold a car to the son of the guy who bought the car from me. The father never, ever, even mentioned that anyone in his family bought a car from the place I was working at. That was one of those bitter tastes that has never quite gone away.
My other award for the hard work that i've done over the past 2.5 years with my infantry company got downgraded. boo on assigning awards to rank. I'm not a high enough rank to get the award that they thought I deserved. it's ok, the one I got the other day will more than make up the difference. Hope i get promoted at my next unit dammit.
Saturday evening. 5pm. After a day in the office catching up with paperwork and a fruitless effort at shipping paintings with FedEx my downhill slide is about to begin. [drink]
worked again...
'bout to fitup a sticker mount to the girl and she how she works
it'd been nice to have gotten my safety check yesterday, but whatever
Just waiting...
The next ten days to go by...
Is that when you're shipping out to back here?
puttered around the house, enjoying my day off. got interrupted by work for about an hour. then back to doing nothing. I love sunday
hockey practice cut short... stupid rain...
Quote from: mac900 on June 07, 2009, 12:32:31 PM
Is that when you're shipping out to back here?
Something like that. At the moment I am scheduled to fly out of here on the 17th. Probably have a day or two in Doha, followed by a few days back in DC, then back home.
Went to see "Hangover" at Mililani theater. On my way home some movement catches my eye & look down at the tach to see a gecko hangin' on for dear life (center of the tach glass @ 6400 rpm). I don't get it but for some reason he's not too happy with the duc ride. Makes his way down to the key and I lost sight of him after that. Figure if he made his way out across the tank it couldn't have gone too well. Hittin the H2 grooves at 80...um I mean 55 mph aint my idea of fun. He wasn't wearing a helmet but least he had his leathers on.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 07, 2009, 07:55:21 PM
Something like that. At the moment I am scheduled to fly out of here on the 17th. Probably have a day or two in Doha, followed by a few days back in DC, then back home.
Do you think that you'll get a chance to test ride some Ducs in DC while you're there? I know you don't have gear with you but I figure that a man of your talents could work out a solution.
yay! I made rework!
>:(
I hate work. make it stop! [bang] [bang]
Quote from: zzilla on June 08, 2009, 05:14:50 PM
I hate work. make it stop! [bang] [bang]
+1 man... bout to leave one for the other.
I need to get away :(
Quote from: mac900 on June 07, 2009, 11:12:07 PM
Do you think that you'll get a chance to test ride some Ducs in DC while you're there? I know you don't have gear with you but I figure that a man of your talents could work out a solution.
I wish! I tried that card when I was in DC before coming down here. No one there would offer rides unless you supplied your own kit.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 08, 2009, 06:22:04 PM
I wish! I tried that card when I was in DC before coming down here. No one there would offer rides unless you supplied your own kit.
Do you know where you'll be staying & when you'll get there? Have Alex mail some stuff to you or have her get in touch with me & I'll box it & ship it to you FedEx. Then you just bring it home with you............ That's why I wear the white shirt ;D [beer]
Picked up my new 14t front and a shorty CF tail from the post office. Monster parts +1 for good service/turnaround. Got home to find my CD service manual from Pro Italia stuck in the dooor. Think I ordered that in March. Anyhow happy to finally have torque specs. available.
OMG
yesterday=not my best day ever.
today... hopefully better...
Quote from: mac900 on June 08, 2009, 11:45:52 PM
Do you know where you'll be staying & when you'll get there? Have Alex mail some stuff to you or have her get in touch with me & I'll box it & ship it to you FedEx. Then you just bring it home with you............ That's why I wear the white shirt ;D [beer]
DUDE! I've been gone for five months, how much free space do you expect me to have in my luggage?
Jeebus give me the patience so I don't strangle my troops. I can't wait to get to the 25th and have a whole new set of headaches. 30 days and counting
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 09, 2009, 12:02:40 PM
DUDE! I've been gone for five months, how much free space do you expect me to have in my luggage?
Lots, actually. Supposedly you've been out chasing bad guys and it's not exactly like you've been in a commercial zone like Tokyo, Seoul, Singapore or Bangkok. So there!
Quote from: zzilla on June 09, 2009, 08:51:47 PM
Jeebus give me the patience so I don't strangle my troops. I can't wait to get to the 25th and have a whole new set of headaches. 30 days and counting
Granted!
;)
Quote from: mac900 on June 09, 2009, 11:44:57 PM
Lots, actually. Supposedly you've been out chasing bad guys and it's not exactly like you've been in a commercial zone like Tokyo, Seoul, Singapore or Bangkok. So there!
Uhm yea, but arriving here in winter time, when it's so cold you're lucky that your balls don't freeze off, and staying here through summer, when it's so hot that you're lucky that your balls don't melt off, means that I have LOTS of gear to carry around. And that doesn't even take into account the bag full of TA-50 kit that I have.
And as far as today goes: watched a rather large amount of money leave my bank account and go to MotoWheels...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2009, 04:59:28 AM
And as far as today goes: watched a rather large amount of money leave my bank account and go to MotoWheels...
Like a virus we all have and ther's no cure...
got my safety taken care of, finally... almost got gig'd for my turn signals, too [roll]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2009, 04:59:28 AM
And as far as today goes: watched a rather large amount of money leave my bank account and go to MotoWheels...
What? Credit on the returned Aprilia wheel turned around & dropped on the 999 front wheel? We'll have fun with that! It looks like I've got a whole lot of Ducati wrenching lined up for weekends to come. The 848 is coming apart this weekend and I expect it'll be down for 2 to 3 weeks straightening out the mess the former owner created. Hopefully it'll be up and running before you get back. Then there's a 620 flywheel I'll be helping with, a ST2 voltage regulator and maybe some carbs on a 900SS. [popcorn]
I also ordered a special Snap On 3mm allen adjuster just for 848/1098/1198 rear rebound damping adjustment. Slick as snot! Man I love good tools.
Quote from: mac900 on June 10, 2009, 09:53:04 AM
What? Credit on the returned Aprilia wheel turned around & dropped on the 999 front wheel? We'll have fun with that!
Yep, along with a new fender, clip ons and the speedymoto triples.
Quote from: mac900 on June 10, 2009, 09:53:04 AM
It looks like I've got a whole lot of Ducati wrenching lined up for weekends to come. The 848 is coming apart this weekend and I expect it'll be down for 2 to 3 weeks straightening out the mess the former owner created.
What was done to the bike?
29 days and counting, then it's [drink] [beer] time
Packed a couple of tough boxes to send home via mps mail. Got six days left down here, then it's off to my three beers a day followed by interviews in DC.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2009, 11:49:16 AM
Yep, along with a new fender, clip ons and the speedymoto triples.
What was done to the bike?
Oh boy! We get to graft on a completely different front end than what was designed for the bike. Should be able to pop that out in a couple of hours no sweat. [roll]
As for the 848 I have to splice in new headlight connectors because the former owner had installed high output Halogen bulbs (more wattage than stock). I knew that he did that and the low beam burnt out this last weekend. I opened up the bulb access door & removed the bulb. The connector was sticking into the bulb and after some diligent effort I finally popped the bulb free. It turned out that the high output (read high heat) bulb had M-E-L-T-E-D the connector to the bulb. The actual bulb is OK and not burnt at all. I have special high heat connectors on their way here now & I'm installing the proper bulbs.
The headlights aren't aimed for shit either and I'm hoping nothing is messed up too badly there.
When the taillight & turn signal mods were done the taillight was not fitted properly into the seat/tail section and it is loose. I'm hoping that the mounting tabs inside the rear seat housing aren't broken.
When the guy replaced the brake levers he cosmetically damaged the stock front brake lever when the hinge was pressed out. That's OK, you have a hard time seeing the damage when the lever is installed.
I'm removing the rear sets and reinstalling the original pegs unless the Monster sells at which point I may just replace the rear sets with Satos.
The carbon front fender that came with the bike was cheap-cheap-cheap. It's been replaced with a Shift-Tech fender. Now why you would install a front fender using red Loctite is beyond me but........
I'm sure other little surprises are awaiting.
Quote from: mac900 on June 11, 2009, 12:28:29 AM
Oh boy! We get to graft on a completely different front end than what was designed for the bike. Should be able to pop that out in a couple of hours no sweat. [roll]
Wel, at least this new front end is all from the same sort of bike (don't forget, my new calipers are from a 999 as well), so
THAT should all come together quite nicely. ;D
And hey, don't complain, you're getting free Oakleys, beer and [bacon] for your troubles. ;)
lol
"will wrench for bacon"
Trying to decide if I should stick with bringing two carpets home, or drop the dime on a third...
I think you are already overdoing it with 2. Can't you just spread newspaper out?
Quote from: elTristo on June 11, 2009, 09:38:25 PM
I think you are already overdoing it with 2. Can't you just spread newspaper out?
For the cats? Sure. But I like finer things. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 11, 2009, 09:41:10 PM
For the cats? Sure. But I like finer things. ;)
so use the wall street friggin journal ;)
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 11, 2009, 12:34:17 PM
lol
"will wrench for bacon"
Don't forget the [drink] [beer] 8)
2-1/2 hour battle to get the nut off the front sprocket. Wrench = no. Wrench + heat = no. Cheater pipe = no. Cheater pipe + heat = no. Impact = no. WTF?
3' cheater pipe + liquid wrench + standing on the rear brake + uttering some sounds never heard before = yes.
I must be getting old. I don't remember it taking this long to get a nut off. I heard that happens.
Quote from: Tigermeat on June 12, 2009, 02:07:51 AM
I don't remember it taking this long to get a nut off. I heard that happens.
So you would rather be premature?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 12, 2009, 06:40:20 AM
So you would rather be premature?
Bahahaha [laugh]. I guess It's better I didn't just pop a nut off ridin' down the highway!
Got the new 14t on, chain waxed & tensioned, rearset & clutch slave installed. Just need final torqueing today & put the cover back on pau.
LEFTY loosey, RIGHTY tighty
:-*
Just found out about a USARCENT policy that states I cannot ship/mail personally owned rifle magazines back home, which makes me a little mad. Why does it make me mad? Because the post office told me that I could do just such a thing shortly before I spent the $180 dollars on getting ten of them over here. make the beast with two backsing Army!
when we came back, we just packed them in our personal bags. I was able to ship some shrapnel from 2 1500lb+ VBIEDS that hit our platoon. I just told them it was part of a wind chime that I was building ;D supid postal people
Yea, that works if you fly mil-air. But I work for one of the agencies, and am flying commercial out of Qatar.
today we are fighting off a hangover, and a mild desire to just walk the make the beast with two backs out of here
lessee ---- today I helped Craig install a Nichols flywheel in his girlfriend's 620. I was introduced to the job of removal/reinstallation of all fairings,including, the nose fairing of the 848/1198 series. Lots of bolts. Replaced my windscreen with a double bubble. Took the aftermarket rear sets off & installed the stock pegs. Also fixed my melted headlight bulb connector and have a hot-shit splice set up going to stock bulbs. --- Still need to aim those guys. Opened Ben's new care package and verified all needed parts to set the SC right had arrived. Then it was time to leave for mandatory Sat night smoke & [drink]
Sounds like a good time. Thanks for looking into that box for me.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 14, 2009, 12:22:24 AM
Sounds like a good time. Thanks for looking into that box for me.
That box was awesome. [clap] [clap] You da man. [bow_down] [bow_down]
You retard, I meant doing all that work sounded like a good time. ;)
rode about 300 miles with a friend of mine today. good sightseeing ride through the tennessee/kentucky forest
You can do 300 miles here, too. You'll circle the island like 2.5 times, but you can do it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 14, 2009, 03:20:34 PM
You retard, I meant doing all that work sounded like a good time. ;)
It was! WTF are you talking about? I was just refering to the fact that you have just taken over the "King of Mods" spot. I will feel honored just to be a part of putting those goodies on your bike. You should buy some disc bolts for the new wheel and just keep the old discs bolted up on the SC wire front wheel. In fact, I might go down and buy the bolts myself just to bolt up the discs in advance. You do know that wheel would fit on my 848, don't you? I might have to check that wheel out just to make sure there's no wobble or other defect. Then I could break in the front tire for you and you'd be good to go when you get back. How's that? [thumbsup] [moto]
huevos rancheros w/jebus
watch my boy be a hero on the way to double gold in his second regional tourney appearance
rehydrate
listen to some daft punk.
soon it'll be eats and laundry...
Quote from: elTristo on June 14, 2009, 06:30:14 PM
You can do 300 miles here, too. You'll circle the island like 2.5 times, but you can do it.
Sweet. maybe I can set a record on number of laps around the island in 24 hours or something.
Quote from: mac900 on June 14, 2009, 06:32:50 PM
It was! WTF are you talking about?
LOL Sorry, thought you were getting a bit snarky there. ;)
Quote from: mac900 on June 14, 2009, 06:32:50 PM
You do know that wheel would fit on my 848, don't you? I might have to check that wheel out just to make sure there's no wobble or other defect. Then I could break in the front tire for you and you'd be good to go when you get back. How's that? [thumbsup] [moto]
That just wouldn't be right! I still have a couple other things at the house for that bike, such as the steering damper and a revised air box cover. All the guys I have talked to say that you don't need the damper with the speedymoto triples, due to their offset but we shall see. In the event that I do want to use it, I will need to see if the clamp for the fork leg can be machined out a bit (are you reading this Teddy?) in order to fit the superbike forks. From there, all I think it will need are some rear-sets and a slipper clutch.
Actually, now that I think of it, would you mind picking up some extra brake fluid for me and a bleeder kit? The front brakes will have to be completely drained, filled and bled when we put the new calipers on and I just remembered that I don't have any kit to do it. Looks like more free beer for you. ;)
Quote from: zzilla on June 14, 2009, 08:06:21 PM
Sweet. maybe I can set a record on number of laps around the island in 24 hours or something.
HOOLIGAN ISLE OF OAHU TT!!!!
;D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 15, 2009, 09:10:14 AM
HOOLIGAN ISLE OF OAHU TT!!!!
;D
If this guy only knew.......... Actually I kinda wouldn't mind doing a dawn patrol ride down the North Shore-Windward Coast (breakfast @ Brent's) but that means I might have to curtail my standard Sat. night activities. ;D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 15, 2009, 09:10:14 AM
HOOLIGAN ISLE OF OAHU TT!!!!
;D
make the beast with two backs YEAH!...now all I need are some sponsors, and a gas card with a few hundred bucks.....
Quote from: mac900 on June 15, 2009, 09:44:50 AM
Actually I kinda wouldn't mind doing a dawn patrol ride down the North Shore-Windward Coast (breakfast @ Brent's) but that means I might have to curtail my standard Sat. night activities. ;D
Damn man, Sunday Brents breakfast ride sounds F'ing fantastic right about now!! You have NO idea how much I miss that!
I could do a brekkie lap run...
I still don't know how long it will take for my bike to get there yet. I'm getting the runaround from transportation among other offices.
Welcome to the glorious world of PCS'ing. I had the same thing when I moved from Germany to Hawaii. They told me that it would likely be two to three MONTHS for the house-hold goods to get there, due to it being on the slow boat. But my folks got a call, before Alex and I even left Germany, stating that our stuff had arrived and they wanted to drop it off RIGHT THEN. lol But on the flip side, it took from mid February to late May for the BMW that I had to make it the same distance.
Did you already ship the bike with your house-hold goods? I shipped a bike down to the islands from Michigan through commercial means, and it only took like a week and a half.
I am shipping the bike with the household goods, and our cage on the boat. hope they show up soon. I hate not having wheels.
today I... made some shit...
ack a fool
help a friend
and start planning dinner for pop's day.
as always, I am concerned about my ambition :-[
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 16, 2009, 07:21:33 PM
as always, I am concerned about my ambition :-[
Your ambition? What ambition are you referring to?
I flew to Qatar late last night and haven't slept yet. make the beast with two backs it's hot here!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 17, 2009, 04:24:40 AM
Your ambition? What ambition are you referring to?
cooking dinner on saturday.
99% I end up unhappy with my final product... things could always be better... so when I actually get something wrong, even if I'm test driving a new recipe, I still get pretty bent
You aren't a professional chef, you lack years of training and practice, yet you compare your results to what you eat in their restaurants. You are asking for misery. As long as the people you are cooking for are happy, you need to find a way to be happy too.
Yer not a professional moto rider, yet you can be happy riding...
jebus has spoken.
;)
^ Words of wisdom.
I just always see room for improvement... it's not like I've eaten at, say, emeril's or anything to try and compare to, nor do I pretend that I can cook on the same planet as mavro. I'm just competetive... internally. I was like that with school, hockey, paintball, riding, cooking. doesn't matter what I do, I can always do it better.
besides, I've seen you in the kitch. pot n'the freakin' kettle :-*
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 17, 2009, 02:24:21 PM
besides, I've seen you in the kitch. pot n'the freakin' kettle :-*
True, I have been quite disappointed at times, but I'll still eat it.
And complain about it. ;D
Quote from: elTristo on June 17, 2009, 04:33:57 PM
True, I have been quite disappointed at times, but I'll still eat it.
And complain about it. ;D
THAT'S the spirit!!
Quote from: elTristo on June 17, 2009, 04:33:57 PM
True, I have been quite disappointed at times, but I'll still eat it.
And complain about it. ;D
usually, I do it. it was just that one time.
woooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!
woooooooo?
Bender is the best character on Futurama, IMO
Quote from: zzilla on June 18, 2009, 05:15:59 PM
Bender is the best character on Futurama, IMO
correct.
Quote from: zzilla on June 18, 2009, 05:15:59 PM
Bender is the best character on Futurama, IMO
correct correct.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 18, 2009, 02:19:43 PM
woooooooo?
the wiff came home this morning, several weeks earlier than expected.
w00000000000000000000t!!!!
sleep in
grocery shopping and kitchen prep
haircut
dinner went well.
Glad to hear it. I had a protein bar and chocolate milk.
Got stopped outside the locker room at work by a guy admiring the 318 and chatted for a while.
Came home and drank some wine.
Helped Wally change out the voltage regulator/rectifier on his ST2. Seemed to go well but we shall see. The new regulator does get warm fast and the old one burnt out a 40A fuse. [popcorn]
Installed the Termi slip ons on the 848. The butt dyno says yowzah!! I'll get Will to install the DP race ECU next weekend but so far it seems to have a noticeable power difference and the mid range flat spot is either gone or extremely diminished. If it's that good with the stock ECU I can't wait to have the upgrade. Oh, the sound. The sound is way good! Grandpa is back to being a bad boy!
Also took the tail section apart. The previous owner didn't install the tail light with the mounting bolts and the grommets. It was just stuck as loose as can be in the tail. How on earth can you do that?? I made a temp repair and will order the new proper pieces tomorrow. What a douche!
This 848 bike rocks. In one way it's a bit unfair for Ducati to charge as much as they do for the stock machine. In another way it's great that you can improve upon it. Hey, I took the stock system off the Suzuki and installed a full Yoshimura system with a PC3 mapped especially for the bike. Took out the O2 sensor and the EXUP valve. It sounded better, sure, but I could never tell that there was any power or torque increase. The Ducati is already noticeably better and we're not even home yet. Go figure.
Then off to Magoo's/Varsity for a couple of brews with Walter and gang. Back home for some light chow and a couple glasses of wine, some Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. Yeah, I'm old. So what? Anyone get the pun?
Wally is seriously thinking about getting the old 999 if it passes some basic repairability tests.
It's raining like shit outside now but I'm inside. So's the bike. [laugh] [laugh]
Finally got the make the beast with two backs out of the middle east. Damn it felt good to actually sleep in a real bed again!
Woke up at 0530h EST, made [coffee], put TV on, watched F1 La Previa on FoxSports Latinoamerica, then watched the race [thumbsup], then walked the dog...
Next on the agenda... Bathe the dog, wash the car, start [moto][not rideable], clean [moto] up[dust]...
Most important but not least, [drink] an Erdinger Weissen Dunkel while I BBQ some sausages and various cuts of meat. [bacon] [bacon] [bacon]
Sold a whole bunch of stuff to reduce PCS weight. Trying to separate usless winter clothes from clothes going with us to the islands. Going down to Nashville to spend some time with pops this afternoon. Lube bike chain.
wake up late
pay a bill
watching the italians fall all over themselves and whine about brazil right now, waitin' on WSBK.
was going to hop on the girl for a bit, but.. meh. I got too many things to do today
left house at 0430. did pt at work until 8
got almost all my clearing papers finished. waiting for another appointment on monday.
I final out on the 30th. should arrive in Honolulu in the afternoon on the 9th. who wants to grab a beer or some [bacon] that night? I'm on leave until midnight of the 10th.
Where are you staying? What day is that? What's the fastest land mammal? Should I fake my orgasms?
Quote from: elTristo on June 22, 2009, 06:00:34 PM
Where are you staying?
Not sure yet, probably try to find a cheap motel or something for the night......or.......someone's living room floor.........
Quote from: elTristo on June 22, 2009, 06:00:34 PMWhat day is that?
The 9th is a Thursday
Quote from: elTristo on June 22, 2009, 06:00:34 PMWhat's the fastest land mammal?
(http://mofoyo.com/files/images/6585.preview.jpg)
Quote from: elTristo on June 22, 2009, 06:00:34 PMShould I fake my orgasms?
Absolutly ;D
today I'm a flippin' zombie :(
yesterday I got to play wine buyer.
it was fun.
Rescheduled my flight home.
so when are you back?
Replacement tire finally showed up at the house. gotta ride almost 50 miles to get it installed tomorrow. Almost done with the clearing procedures. Getting jerked around by the clothing people, but I'll have the last laugh. muahaha
Got the Tire installed, worked out some issues with the property transportation people. jumped on the supply guys for not taking care of the issue that I brought to their attention yesterday.
Kicked some ass in the Kickball league. We are now 2-2!
Got home last night and things seem to be worked/working out.
Damn it feels strange to be back.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 25, 2009, 03:43:53 PM
Got home last night and things seem to be worked/working out.
Damn it feels strange to be back.
You back islandside (sp?) or back to theater from r&r?
Back home to Oahu. This deployment caused a bunch of stress on my marriage and that was why I was looking at the option of heading back out the door on such short notice.
ugh.
I did make the beast with two backs all today....
:-\
so I was thinking... I need something to make the beast with two backsing detox for a bit.
was thinking about doing something "fun" like suspension install
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 25, 2009, 08:15:36 PM
so I was thinking... I need something to make the beast with two backsing detox for a bit.
was thinking about doing something "fun" like suspension install
I dub July as "Suspension Month"! Yours, Ben's and mine. Lots of good work.
Quote from: mac900 on June 26, 2009, 06:38:03 AM
I dub July as "Suspension Month"! Yours, Ben's and mine. Lots of good work.
a'ight.
you guys have a drill press, right?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on June 26, 2009, 07:59:38 AM
a'ight.
you guys have a drill press, right?
Ah, I'm a bit embarrassed to say, no. I have a small one at home. What do we need a press for? Not that they aren't a very handy thing to have around. (Which is why I have one at home).
Quote from: mac900 on June 26, 2009, 08:23:10 AM
Ah, I'm a bit embarrassed to say, no. I have a small one at home. What do we need a press for? Not that they aren't a very handy thing to have around. (Which is why I have one at home).
to drill my axle for the fork's adjuster
I'd like to call dibs on working my set-up on the 5th, in hopes that we are not too hung over. ;) Would like to have this bike up and running for the monthly Ducati ride.
ahhh, it's not like there's alot of shit going on your bike! we can start, oh, noon-ish
:D
Nope, not much going on it at all. ;)
or even better!
start toolin' on it during the bbq!
I are multitask
My special boy's misdemeanor charges got dropped. He still has to pay his court costs though. rode about 140 miles today. Sold some stuff to lighten the PCS load. Saw Transformers 2, if you're a geek like me, you'll enjoy it. Or if you like seeing stuff blow up you 'll enjoy it. going to sleep now.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 26, 2009, 06:00:08 PM
I'd like to call dibs on working my set-up on the 5th, in hopes that we are not too hung over. ;) Would like to have this bike up and running for the monthly Ducati ride.
You must be still be jet lagged. What happens if we start on Sunday and for some reason we don't finish? How about if we start on the 3rd or the morning of the 4th and maybe finish on the 5th if we have to? I'm not saying that everything won't go boom boom right into place but given the usual nature of things we might want to have a bit of room to move.
Yep, brain's still not working right. Your plan has merit.
god DAMN it's slow going right now...
guess I should check the floor out for a bit, eh? [roll] standby sucks
3:40 to go...
lunch is almost over
[roll]
[bang]
So, I take it yer working? Or, at least, at work?
Trying to get the SC started so I can go for a short ride today...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2009, 10:22:27 AM
Trying to get the SC started so I can go for a short ride today...
It should start. Did you get it started? I'm just about to leave for Starbucks and the shop. Maybe we should meet up and do an assessment of the parts for the front end conversion. I'll give a call.
It was starting, just not staying started. System did not appreciate being in a dormant state for quite so long.
Quote from: elTristo on June 27, 2009, 04:20:10 PM
So, I take it yer working? Or, at least, at work?
it was horrible.
today:
sleep in
watch SBK
watching 250 GP
should go hop on the girl for a bit, I need to clear my head :(
Slept in
Went to Nashville to visit family
Got rid of more stuff in the basement
Picked up my Wii
Washed more gear for turn in tomorrow
getting my stuff together for work in the morning.
4am comes too soon after sunday night >:(
Got up, Hit jamba for some brekkie and ran into Mac and some other guys (i know! Im a dumbass for not remembering their names!
Saw "The Hangover" on a first date (blind), make the beast with two backsing hilarious movie, bad date! [bang]
Quote from: Brutale on June 28, 2009, 09:18:52 PM
Got up, Hit jamba for some brekkie and ran into Mac and some other guys (i know! Im a dumbass for not remembering their names!
Saw "The Hangover" on a first date (blind), make the beast with two backsing hilarious movie, bad date! [bang]
So balance was maintained. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Brutale on June 28, 2009, 09:18:52 PM
Saw "The Hangover" on a first date (blind), make the beast with two backsing hilarious movie, bad date! [bang]
Saw Hangover last night as well, just not on a blind date.
I avoided a hangover today.
tomorrow may not prove so kind.
Signed out of Ft. Campbell today. See you guys on the 9th
Quote from: zzilla on June 30, 2009, 02:17:55 PM
Signed out of Ft. Campbell today. See you guys on the 9th
Safe travels.
Dropped the SC off with Will so he could suss out why it won't idle. Then took the Daytona out and ripped around Rick's backyard for a while. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 30, 2009, 11:32:19 PM
Dropped the SC off with Will so he could suss out why it won't idle. Then took the Daytona out and ripped around Rick's backyard for a while. ;D
That's two goods. Got to get you current again with the extra seat time. Hopefully Will will get the SC sorted with no hassle and the 848 likewise on Fri. Speaking of Fri.... want to do a mock up with the new front end, i.e., bolt up the triples to the forks to the wheel & discs/calipers on a bench to see if that all goes together before we stick it on the bike?
Quote from: mac900 on July 01, 2009, 08:27:25 AM
That's two goods. Got to get you current again with the extra seat time. Hopefully Will will get the SC sorted with no hassle and the 848 likewise on Fri.
They were supposed to be able to look at the SC yesterday, but Arlon over booked Will's time (imagine that). Will said he thinks it's something simple and should have it sorted by today hopefully.
Quote from: mac900 on July 01, 2009, 08:27:25 AM
Speaking of Fri.... want to do a mock up with the new front end, i.e., bolt up the triples to the forks to the wheel & discs/calipers on a bench to see if that all goes together before we stick it on the bike?
Yes actually. Do you think there is a chance you can bring the axle in early so we can make sure they gave Alex the right nut for it?
booo!
I am being thwarted! the day of my people will not be washed away!
Just got the call, SC's ready. [moto]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2009, 10:49:25 AM
They were supposed to be able to look at the SC yesterday, but Arlon over booked Will's time (imagine that). Will said he thinks it's something simple and should have it sorted by today hopefully.
Yes actually. Do you think there is a chance you can bring the axle in early so we can make sure they gave Alex the right nut for it?
I'll bring all the parts I have to the shop tomorrow, Thurs. 2nd July. Friday will be an open day as Will is off to the outer islands to do warranty recall work out there. They have re-scheduled the 848 ECU work. >:(
day one off.
nothing to show for it so far... I'm doing a brilliant job with the housework!
at least the shochu headache is gone.
Dude, come down to Rick's shop with us tomorrow and help us work on the SC.
tempting... I'm sure I could at least install my rear shock at the same time...
the kids from the shop are all riding tomorrow, 930. what time are you going to mac's?
today i watched i rain...really hard. this was not a novel experience.
why? because thats what it did all last month too.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 02, 2009, 04:24:49 PM
tempting... I'm sure I could at least install my rear shock at the same time...
the kids from the shop are all riding tomorrow, 930. what time are you going to mac's?
Somewhere about that same 0930 time range.
Quote from: mac900 on July 02, 2009, 11:08:44 PM
Somewhere about that same 0930 time range.
balls.
Or a wee bit later. ;)
like how late?
guess it's time to head on out and watch the kids get squidly
[roll]
Talk about squidly. I sussed out the fact that the guy who sold me the 848 went out and got an '09 R1. I bet he's messing that bike up as well. [laugh] [bang] [laugh]
today wasn't so bad... hit all the usual suspects w/the kids, stop at teddy's for lunch, then tantalus w/only one rider going down. he's ok, went right off into some grass, frame slider broke off, but that's all the damage.
the road's nice, what w/all the new tarmac, but make the beast with two backs is it still scary :( when we were near the area I highsided, that was all I could think about, so I slowed the make the beast with two backs down.
otherwise... now I'z got no mo chicken strips. well, almost none ;D
but here's the weird thing. the pirellis had me w/ like .5" on the rear, w/full scrub on the front. the pilots are like, reverse of that
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 03, 2009, 06:01:23 PM
but here's the weird thing. the pirellis had me w/ like .5" on the rear, w/full scrub on the front. the pilots are like, reverse of that
Slightly different profile I suspect. Yep, the road is good except for when there are leaves and branches all over it. Add a wetness to the leaves and that will raise the pucker factor even more. [thumbsup]
Spent yesterday from about 10am to 5:30pm helping Ben swap out the front end on the SC. That's mostly Ben's story though.
7 hours!?!?! whew! I've done balls-all nuthin though, except watch the wife also do nothing. does that count?
Quote from: mac900 on July 04, 2009, 08:24:42 AM
Spent yesterday from about 10am to 5:30pm helping Ben swap out the front end on the SC. That's mostly Ben's story though.
And what a story it was turning out to be. Think I need to either get some radial masters like your old ones, or maybe the stock ones from a 999. Any thoughts on how the 999's would clear the clip ons?
Quote from: elTristo on July 04, 2009, 09:18:04 AM
7 hours!?!?! whew! I've done balls-all nuthin though, except watch the wife also do nothing. does that count?
7 hours yesterday plus, what?, 3 something hours today to finish off the small stuff and get it rideable. The polish work can take a little longer. It's not totally done yet but then again when is it ever totally done? [laugh]
food
coma
Did you have a good time last night?
most definitely. tedenheimer, you missed out sir.
lol I feel surprisingly well this morning.
Quote from: elTristo on July 05, 2009, 12:18:01 PM
most definitely. tedenheimer, you missed out sir.
Especially once Alex decided to try and blow up the house. 8)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 05, 2009, 12:20:01 PM
Especially once Alex decided to try and blow up the house. 8)
A mild exaggeration; more like burn the yard. and maybe fence. and dog. ;D
Got up before dawn and drove from east texas to home in tennessee. ran into really shitty weather in arkansas, turning my 10 hour trip into a 13 hour trip.
miss my alarm
forget my safety glasses
get a stern talkin' to from the sup about my leave on thursday
yay.
Pulled the ol' 4 day weekend trick, huh?
I submitted the leave in advance, and my WL said he would enter it on the computer, no problem.
this morning, my sup's all "hey, you gotta call in if you're going to take off work"
paper trail is on my side, at least, but it's still annoying
Sold my grill
renewed registration on Serenity
movers came and picked up some bags to go to hawaii
Did a three quarter lap today, with heavy focus on snake and norfolk. ;D
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC00147.jpg)
SC or Daytona?
The SC or course. [moto]
wine tasting was fun...
and the tasty cheeseburger that followed.
I think that's the highlight of my week
Prepped the bike for transport to the island. She fought me every step of the way. Stock mirrors are seized to the clamps, battery terminals broke off the battery during removal. don't know if I got all the fuel out, and spilled oil on the floor. FML. At least she didn't catch on fire yet.
holy crap, are goal sticks expensive these days!
Movers finally packed up and left. Driving to St. Louis tonight, sleep in car at Vehicle movement control lot. Get car processed in morning. get on plane at 1130 in STL and land in Nashville at 1845. party. sleep. get on plane at 0800 to come to Oahu. 1st Round's on me. ;D
Carefull now, some of us have expensive taste. ;)
not me!
lol Whatever!
today was lame. full of not work and bad news.
not the kind that means you aren't changing shops, was it?
Quote from: elTristo on July 08, 2009, 10:21:12 PM
not the kind that means you aren't changing shops, was it?
no, just personal life type bad news.
y'know... the bestest kind [roll]
Sitting in the USO lounge at the airport in Honolulu. Screaming children and no hot chicks on long plane rides make Trey something something....Gimme a shout about grabbing a brew or 2 tonight. 931-220-4081. I'm still trying to arrange transportation.
Quote from: zzilla on July 09, 2009, 05:40:32 PM
I'm still trying to arrange transportation.
Are you still down there? Did you not have a sponsor to set things up for you?
no sponsor assigned, I'm headed to post to sign in here in a few minutes.
crap! it's the 9th already?
i'm heading out to have a drink with a friend and try to convince him to not join the army. inviting you along seems a little.... off. [cheeky]
friday!
I hope!
I just want to go back to sleep
GET UP! [laugh]
Last night: almost had to carry the wife back home.
jeez, not so freakin' loud
my eyeballs are on fire
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 10, 2009, 10:40:39 AM
Last night: almost had to carry the wife back home.
So was it you, the wiff, and zzilla at pearl last night?
No, just Alex and myself. We needed some "us" time to consult with a few cocktails. ;D
work today.
and tomorrow.
and sunday.
you lucky dog you! I only have to work on Sunday. and, i guess, today. duh.
Going down to Waikiki today to scope out the beach.
there's a beach?
Quote from: elTristo on July 11, 2009, 10:04:59 AM
there's a beach?
I used to see one from my old bedroom window, but not so much anymore...
I'm about to ride down to Cars & Coffee to see if anything neat and new might be down there.
at least there aren't too many people here today... and I got stuff to do...
[roll]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 11, 2009, 01:11:11 PM
at least there aren't too many people here today... and I got stuff to do...
Then why don't you get it knocked out and leave instead of screwing off on the forum? [cheeky]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 11, 2009, 01:29:09 PM
Then why don't you get it knocked out and leave instead of screwing off on the forum? [cheeky]
1: my machine runs itself
b) I am on lunch
normally I would, but I need the scratch, so i'm staying my 8
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 11, 2009, 01:32:25 PM
1: my machine runs itself
You've been made redundant by a machine. Skynet is on it's way!!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 11, 2009, 01:32:25 PM
b) I am on lunch
Should go for a ride
nope. the machine can't think too well. I are safe for now.
sure, lemme fig out how to get back home, change, ride, and get back to work in 30 minutes!
although, right now I am currently waiting for paint to dry.
Got the ECU put in the bike this morning. Don't really know how much of a difference there is as I only rode down Nimitz back to the car shop. Doing some odd catch up work around the shop now and hope to put some test miles on the bike later this afternoon.
yay! almost out of here...
then I get to fix my pads for tomorrow
Quote from: mac900 on July 11, 2009, 03:21:09 PM
hope to put some test miles on the bike later this afternoon.
Hell, I'm just looking forward to you having that thing broken in soon. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 11, 2009, 06:35:46 PM
Hell, I'm just looking forward to you having that thing broken in soon. ;)
Anytime now.
How many miles did you get on that thing yesterday? Notice any difference, other than less stalling, yet?
Nothing miles wise to speak of. Ended up at Magoo's w/ Walter and gang drinking & watching cage fighting and went home early. I'm going out for a run to North Shore before the Duck Ride this morning. Stalling? It stalled once in traffic at a light just idling. Meh. Stuff like that happens and I'm not going to get undone about it. The number of stalls with the old ECU & new pipes didn't even have me going. You work with this stuff on a daily basis and after a while you know what to worry about and what not to worry about. Although Will says the CO numbers and basic settings are much better I can't tell a significant difference over the new ECU vs. the old. Changing the cans by themselves was major. See ya out there soon.
Went to work
Reservists (at least the ones I care about) weren't there
Now I am home, mixing a drink, and going to the pool
^^ Dude, that sucks!
38.5 more hours of CAM training...
So far? [coffee]
I could use some coffee
Update: two loads of laundry and cleaned the SC's drivetrain (you reading Jose?).
Why? Was Jose supposed to do your laundry? That's not cool. [cheeky]
Put the headlight fairings back on my monster,can't seem to decide if on or off, finally went with on.Me likey again!
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 13, 2009, 02:35:06 PM
Update: two loads of laundry and cleaned the SC's drivetrain (you reading Jose?).
Be nice.
Besides, I already emailed him about doing just that down at the shop this weekend and maybe I'll sell a rear stand in the process, if he goes for it.
why can't the people in this building learn to make a cup of coffee?
:(
Sitting through briefings all day again. hoping my car gets here soon.
Quote from: mac900 on July 13, 2009, 10:54:55 PM
Be nice.
It's all in jest. And besides, he isn't on this forum anyhow is he?
who's jose? what if he can't read?
I think my body has started to devour itself... starting with brain...
aahhhhhhhhhhh
Took the Daytona out for a quick ride today. Found it a little... :-\
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 14, 2009, 06:05:46 PM
Took the Daytona out for a quick ride today. Found it a little... :-\
Well, gee.... getting a little jaded now huh? Sounds like a pysch work up before a Craigslisting. That said, I can see a certain test ride headed your way this weekend....... maybe...... ;D
I'll take that thing for a spin, no problem. ;) Guess that means I will need to bring the Daytona out that day so we can hot-swap and then compare notes later.
And yes, I am game to turn some wrenches on Saturday if your parts come in. What parts are you expecting this time?
*sigh*
see what happens when you bother to stray from ducati?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 14, 2009, 11:54:10 PM
And yes, I am game to turn some wrenches on Saturday if your parts come in. What parts are you expecting this time?
Let's just say I have to do something about rear bounce. Even with the rear dialed on the "soft" side the concrete sections of H1 & H2 out by Pearl City/Waipahu/Waipio are just too frickin' much. I swear my head was smacking the top inside of my helmet. Maybe you should try it before the work is done and that may happen if certain exhaust header gaskets & nuts don't get here by Friday PM.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 15, 2009, 08:16:59 AM
*sigh*
see what happens when you bother to stray from ducati?
I'll testify.
...bored...
blah blah blah ops navi blah blah blah blah
<-- w00t! [drink]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 15, 2009, 08:16:59 AM
*sigh*
see what happens when you bother to stray from ducati?
Well, I wouldn't have if Bill & Co weren't such douche bags. The thing that is throwing me off at the moment is that I have gotten used to the SC again and it's power delivery. Then I take the Daytona out and try to modulate the throttle in a similar fashion and am not happy with the result. I just have to remember to keep the revs up higher, which means hitting the gear box more often.
It's kind of funny, in an ironic fashion, though that I ride the Daytona yesterday and find myself walking away from it with the same sort of "ho-hum" feelings that I used to have regarding the SC's handing before the front end swap.
I have been talking/emailing with Dan Kyle about modifying one or his/Ohlins steering damper mounts for the 848 so that it will work on the SC. Once I can get that sorted I really think there might not be any turning back from selling the Trumpet.
I know, I know...
On Monday, Tristan and Jen met Alex and I for a few cocktails and dinner out on the North Shore. There were lots of chickens running around out at Breakers and we were all trying to seduce them to be our dinner. Tristan was by far the most convincing...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/photo-4.jpg)
I sure showed that stupid bird!
meh.
today's gonna suck.
:-\
Sure am glad to see that you have retained that optimism of yours...
[cheeky]
...it's what I do...
Last week day off for me. Chilling out, watching the Tour, and thinking of kicking the dog for a while...
Just bought some new masters as well as a 53mm Ohlins clamp for the SC.
ugh.
I'm drinking a soda...
one hour to go...
[roll]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 17, 2009, 12:02:28 PM
Just bought some new masters as well as a 53mm Ohlins clamp for the SC.
The RCS's? (You dog)
Quote from: mac900 on July 17, 2009, 10:26:55 PM
The RCS's? (You dog)
Yep. Found a guy on ducati.ms that was parting out a bike he was building due to financial problems. He had a set that had been mounted only, but never had fluid run through them. Saved me about a hundred dollars. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 17, 2009, 10:35:46 PM
Yep. Found a guy on ducati.ms that was parting out a bike he was building due to financial problems. He had a set that had been mounted only, but never had fluid run through them. Saved me about a hundred dollars. ;D
You double dog you!
Quote from: mac900 on July 17, 2009, 11:05:41 PM
You double dog you!
What? You knew that once I started down this road there was no turning back. I also want to try lowering the forks in the triples a touch (maybe 1 cm or so). Maybe that, and the new masters would give me the space I need to mount the damper and remove the spacers from the clip-ons.
So yesterday, Sunday, was about as good as it gets, even with suck traffic. Got laundry, shopping done early and in time to see the British Open playoff. Too bad Watson didn't win. That would have been too cool on several different levels.
No rain here at home and had a clear ride into town to meet with Ben. Pali Hwy was clear (yay!) so I got a good test on the new settings for the shock. Ben & I got some semi-good zoom-zoom but traffic congestion kept us super safe. Great breakfast at Brent's (as always). Got to ride Ben's modified SC through two passes up at Norfolk. The bike works amazing well and is a joy to ride!
Then over the Pali again and up over Tantalus. The 848 likes that road. Out to Mililani/Wahiawa and back to South Seas to check out the Nicky Hayden 848 but it was already gone. Boo! They say the new owner of that bike will be coming out to do the monthly ride with us. We'll see I guess.
Very quick stop at Magoos/Varsity and off to home. I let about 20 cars get ahead of me going up the Pali. Just idling along at 45 mph by the time I got to the Upper Pali road junction I couldn't see anyone in front of me or behind me. Just going past the reservoir a couple cars caught me from behind so I decided to speed up just a bit anticipating a clear shot to the tunnels and the downhill turns. Within sight of the tunnels all of the aforementioned cars that I let go were just getting there and both lanes totally clogged at about 40 mph all the way down. WTF? What did they all do.? Stop and have a smoke break to wait for me? PMO.
Got home and watched the MotoGP race. Stoner sliding that bike all over and like they said, riding the wheels off of it. No denying Rossi though. Pedrobot is such a dip.
Watched the day's stage of the TdF. Wowee!
Pretty much felt like a good weekend.
Quote from: mac900 on July 20, 2009, 08:48:21 AMGot to ride Ben's modified SC through two passes up at Norfolk. The bike works amazing well and is a joy to ride!
I'm quite pleased with how the thing turned out. Now just need to do that slight reposition job with the forks, mount the damper and see what happens. I'm impressed with that 848 as well, need to spend a wee bit more time on it though to see if the 1098S would be needed to fill that torque craving. ;D
Quote from: mac900 on July 20, 2009, 08:48:21 AM
Pretty much felt like a good weekend.
Yessir, that it did indeed. Felt a bit strange going back in to work today though...
teddy needs a make the beast with two backsing drink.
let's see...
got my re-qual this morning... hopefully not much after that...
and work tonight.
what is it, wednesday?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 20, 2009, 11:28:05 PM
I'm impressed with that 848 as well, need to spend a wee bit more time on it though to see if the 1098S would be needed to fill that torque craving. ;D
What you need now is a ride on a 1098/1198 to compare it with. The torque craving will always be there. [bow_down] It's just a question of how badly one craves it and whether or not you can still be OK without that massive hit. 8)
Quote from: mac900 on July 22, 2009, 08:43:37 AMIt's just a question of how badly one craves it and whether or not you can still be OK without that massive hit. 8)
HERESY!! ;D
blah.
time to log in 8 more hours of I don't care
got to see the Hawaii roll in... they let us proles up on the second floor to get a better angle, and I got to scope some of the talent along the way
field trip after lunch, and then it's laundry day
heh
just got an email from IT
this could be fun [evil]
Are you field-tripping to the boat? I'd like to see it, I would.
Oh, today, umm... tried not to fall over from dizziness. Funny how drugs that make you drowsy don't necessarily make you sleep.
Quote from: elTristo on July 23, 2009, 07:17:27 PM
Are you field-tripping to the boat? I'd like to see it, I would.
Oh, today, umm... tried not to fall over from dizziness. Funny how drugs that make you drowsy don't necessarily make you sleep.
nothing so glamorous... went to another shop to discuss some reverse engineering
drugs suck that way!
Found a slip on the door that USPS had tried to deliver my master cylinders. Asked Alex if she heard the door-bell (she was off yesterday) and she said yes, but that she didn't feel like answering it. [bang]
I hope it's friday.
well, kinda not.
meh.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 24, 2009, 07:10:52 AM
Found a slip on the door that USPS had tried to deliver my master cylinders. Asked Alex if she heard the door-bell (she was off yesterday) and she said yes, but that she didn't feel like answering it. [bang]
You have to love them because if you didn't..............and then they wonder?
Went down to the post office and got my master cylinders. Mmmm... Tasty Brembo goodness.
hellllooooooo seven more glorious days of work!
wooohoooooo!!!!!
:)
:)
:)
:)
You may be miserable, but the floating smileys made me giggle.
You just need to get next Sunday off. Oh, and the whole weekend afterward for family free food fun.
Quote from: elTristo on July 24, 2009, 05:06:05 PM
You may be miserable, but the floating smileys made me giggle.
Tee-Hee...
Quote from: elTristo on July 24, 2009, 05:06:05 PM
You just need to get next Sunday off. Oh, and the whole weekend afterward for family free food fun.
Eh?
sunday will be 14, they can't make me work [thumbsup]
although, they CAN do me for saturday, so I'm sure I'll need a drink or five after, if that's the case
Plan B implemented and running!
Quote from: mac900 on July 25, 2009, 09:28:10 AM
Plan B implemented and running!
HEY! I thought Plan B was something that was being done down at the shop.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 25, 2009, 09:31:19 AM
HEY! I thought Plan B was something that was being done down at the shop.
Second half of the plan will be next weekend. Today still going as planned but nothing on the 848.
Quote from: mac900 on July 25, 2009, 10:27:56 AM
Second half of the plan will be next weekend. Today still going as planned but nothing on the 848.
Hmmmm...
Found out how much of a PITA it is to change out to radial master cylinders...
Hunting for a house in/near Mililani/Wahiawa area in order to be near post. Getting settled into the unit. I'm staying in the barracks until the wifey gets here. Currently drinking beer and watching the Zohan. [drink]
need... monster....
brain.... poop.
Quote from: zzilla on July 26, 2009, 12:55:43 AM
Hunting for a house in/near Mililani/Wahiawa area in order to be near post. Getting settled into the unit. I'm staying in the barracks until the wifey gets here. Currently drinking beer and watching the Zohan. [drink]
I was pondering renting my place out once I get the renovations done....
Quote from: elTristo on July 26, 2009, 08:42:42 AM
I was pondering renting my place out once I get the renovations done....
And moving in with me? Hey Thailor...
halfway through...
vendy still has monster, so I'm safe
and no paperweights today
Quick ride. Almost lost my headlight. Fixed headlight. More ride. Home to watch the GP. Going back out as soon as this is done. :D
Think he means the drink.
sorry...
I've been fuelled on energy drinks for the past... er...
:-\
< pregnant dogpants >
WTF?!?!?!?
on top of workin' all weekend, the last minute "hey can you stay at my place for the maint. crew" to mom turned into "I cleaned up for you" so now I can't find my mailbox key, missing my alarm today, amp in the car got wonky so there's no audio, can't switch work tonight w/anyone so i'm missing a funeral, and the whole destiny sitch, now there's make the beast with two backsing license error and I can't run NX4, and NX5 is useless because our new IT guy can't make the goddamn posts work and don't want to troubleshoot it because we're about to upgrade to 6... GAHHHH!!!!!! [bang] [bang] [bang]
damned nx4!
whatever that is.
sorry to hear it was such a crappy day. i was thinking mine sucked, but...
oh, you left yer pregnant dogpants on... ;D
Quote from: elTristo on July 27, 2009, 07:20:39 PM
oh, you left yer pregnant dogpants on... ;D
Tight knickers they are...
On another channel, my special ordered parts came in down at South Seas today except for one odd spacer that I think is for the heat shields. Hilariously ironic it is.
Cool. I got the steering damper clamp that I ordered from Dan Kyle. Funny thing is he sent me a clamp, and only a clamp. Not even the bolts to tighten it down to the fork tube. lol But he was kind enough to send me two stickers. [roll]
Quote from: elTristo on July 27, 2009, 07:20:39 PM
oh, you left yer pregnant dogpants on... ;D
thanks, sugar :-*
< /pregnant dogpants >
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 28, 2009, 12:56:13 AM
Cool. I got the steering damper clamp that I ordered from Dan Kyle. Funny thing is he sent me a clamp, and only a clamp. Not even the bolts to tighten it down to the fork tube. lol But he was kind enough to send me two stickers. [roll]
lowes has metric SHCSs... city mill, too. you should be able to find a replacement there
I am, of course, assuming the fasteners you need are metric, and SHCS... but they have a lot
let's see...
today's good news: no hirings at WPC after all
the part I made this weekend came back because "umm, it don't fit"
Idk if I'm going to make it to friday... I can't believe it's only tuesday... it is tuesday, right? fack.
I take it WPC was the job you were applying for? If so, that sucketh in large and uncomfortable ways.
Woke up. Immediately saw that the dog ate one of my boots that carried me all across Afghanistan. Kicked the shit out of the dog. Contemplated shooting the dog. Contemplating which gun to use... Think Darmah's going bye bye... :-\
Quote from: elTristo on July 28, 2009, 10:29:45 PM
I take it WPC was the job you were applying for? If so, that sucketh in large and uncomfortable ways.
yep :(
that was like... the one thing that kept me hangin' on the past few months.
make the beast with two backs hope.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 29, 2009, 07:21:56 AM
Woke up. Immediately saw that the dog ate one of my boots that carried me all across Afghanistan. Kicked the shit out of the dog. Contemplated shooting the dog. Contemplating which gun to use... Think Darmah's going bye bye... :-\
Those Dobie's sometimes have to get to be 2 to 4 years old before they start to settle down and even then some still don't.
Quote from: mac900 on July 29, 2009, 08:39:20 AM
Those Dobie's sometimes have to get to be 2 to 4 years old before they start to settle down and even then some still don't.
Not sure if she has that much time left. One thing I do know though, she is damn lucky that I don't have a suppressor for any of my handguns; otherwise she would have met her end this morning.
anyone really want to know what I did today?...had a colonoscopy this morning...pics available upon request, if I can figure out how my scanner works... ;D
Got fiber?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 29, 2009, 06:11:33 PM
Got fiber?
yes, it's the secret to a healthy colon...
Hope the doc didn't have Parkinson's...
not sleep
greasy brekkie eats at 7-11
extra good sweepin', boss! clean shop is a happy shop!
start another rework park (made a paperweight yesterday because I'm an illiterate dumbass)
Quote from: teddy037.2 on July 30, 2009, 01:25:54 PM
... I'm an illiterate dumbass
Yeah, we've been meaning to talk to you about that... [cheeky] [laugh] [cheeky]
Hooked on (Tiki)phonics?
hooray friday!
off to the shop for free booze...
Hooray free booze!
Might have just fixed the left turn throttle blues. But on the other hand, might have just brought about the end of the world as well... ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 29, 2009, 05:54:09 PM
Not sure if she has that much time left. One thing I do know though, she is damn lucky that I don't have a suppressor for any of my handguns; otherwise she would have met her end this morning.
A liter coke bottle on the end of a .32 or smaller does a nice job.....or at least that's what I've been told. ;)
Shame that. All I have are a few .45s, an M4 and a 12 ga.
Put some new bits on the SC.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 04, 2009, 12:33:09 AM
Put some new bits on the SC.
I guess we'll see this coming weekend.
Yessir
the legend is BACK, baby!
wait... this is moto board, not hockey board.
disregard this post.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on August 09, 2009, 08:23:23 PM
the legend is BACK, baby!
wait... this is moto board, not hockey board.
disregard this post.
djoo play sum hawkee twoday?
Quote from: elTristo on August 09, 2009, 10:45:45 PM
djoo play sum hawkee twoday?
yep.
damn, am I sore today [laugh]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on August 10, 2009, 08:11:43 AM
damn, am I sore today [laugh]
Looks like one of Jebus' famous trips to Thailand might be in order...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 10, 2009, 08:16:53 AM
Looks like one of Jebus' famous trips to Thailand might be in order...
It
is about that time...
Oh how I love the glorious sickness of these thoughts...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 10, 2009, 08:16:53 AM
Looks like one of Jebus' famous trips to Thailand might be in order...
???
Quote from: teddy037.2 on August 10, 2009, 08:26:36 AM
???
Yeah, I didn't really understand it either, but then, it's Thailand. And what happens in Thailand NEVER ACTUALLY HAPPENED.
[cheeky]
lol
Quote from: elTristo on August 10, 2009, 08:40:15 AM
Yeah, I didn't really understand it either, but then, it's Thailand. And what happens in Thailand NEVER ACTUALLY HAPPENED. [cheeky]
And that's pretty much it.
so I almost got rear-ended yesterday after work... shut it, ben... :-*
...in the freakin' LOANER! if some dude in a work van is gonna hit me, at least do it to my car so I can get new paint... sheesh!
otherwise, I am liking the extra torque... and VERY much liking the new E coupe...
what's the loaner?
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 12, 2009, 08:00:35 AM
The new E coupe.
if only...
C300 sedan... MB's new I-drive knockoff is as ghey as bimmer's
Quote from: teddy037.2 on August 12, 2009, 08:14:47 AM
if only...
C300 sedan... MB's new I-drive knockoff is as ghey as bimmer's
I don't doubt it.
My buddy from work is going to buy a GLK tomorrow, I think. He's been driving the same Toyota pickup for about 7 years, so he has like $25k to put down on it. Oh, and I think he likes high school girls, so, it's perfect.
very nice [laugh]
I don't think he needs a benz to get teh jailbait, though...
oh, and the E 350 coupe can be had for the paltry sum of 52,875... white w/black leather
oh, the one thing I did like about MB's display was the radio screen. you can use the drivey knob to tune up or down, and the display looks like an old-school radio, with all the lines and the big red line for the tuner.
and if any of y'all haven't seen the last king of scotland, give it a whirl, it's a good flick
Quote from: teddy037.2 on August 12, 2009, 07:17:51 PM
very nice [laugh]
I don't think he needs a benz to get teh jailbait, though...
oh, and the E 350 coupe can be had for the paltry sum of 52,875... white w/black leather
White w/ black leather = [thumbsup]
$52000 = [laugh]
Quote from: elTristo on August 13, 2009, 02:25:53 PM
White w/ black leather = [thumbsup]
$52000 = [laugh]
well, you DID ask...
Yesterday: Got the M68 sighted in on the M4, plus ran about 150 rds through the Kimber again. Alex really liked shooting the M4. So much so that she recommended me buy another one for myself and let her have this one. ;)
Today: Met up with Kendall and Tristan and went for a ride.
wake up on time
curse dead battery
watch everton and their yank goalie go down like pregnant doges ;D
buy a battery
fried chicken and greens
Cut the grass and am now thinking about taking the trumpet out for a quick spin before picking the wiff up.
had a nice morning ride
bought a battery
spent some time getting beaten up at the gym
now i'm heading to hickam for putting and beer. a great end to a decent day.
So, putting last night ended up being putting HORSE for beer. It was interesting, but a damn good time.
Putting horse eh? And how did you pull that off?
I guess you guys were at the par three?
Yupper, par 3. we started out with the standard stuff - from here putt into that hole, but it quickly evolved into using the wrong end of clubs, putting to a tee box, toss-n-putt, etc.
find my socks
play two hockey games
volunteer for work tomorrow, so the battery sorting will have to wait another day
Completed my Ducati after purchase survey this morning...made sure that they are aware that I'm not happy with my SF sitting at the dealer's with an undiagnosed electrical problem... >:(
got the apology phonecall from SS today, re:battery.
should be able to pick up tomorrow, along w/shelling out an extra $40. w00t!
I didn't need that money for anything.
Picked the wiff up at the airport
unpacked
packed
ready for sleep before driving the wiff to the airport in the morning.
Quote from: elTristo on August 17, 2009, 10:35:53 PM
Picked the wiff up at the airport
unpacked
packed
ready for sleep before driving the wiff to the airport in the morning.
That is so make the beast with two backsed up. At least she is headed to Monterey this time and not back out on float.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on August 17, 2009, 01:10:26 PM
got the apology phonecall from SS today, re:battery.
should be able to pick up tomorrow, along w/shelling out an extra $40. w00t!
I didn't need that money for anything.
What was up with the battery?
Saturday: Snorkeling at tidal pools. Found frisbee about 10 ft down. Played frisbee for a while. Got sunburn. Picked up wife from airport. Retired for evening.
Sunday: Slept in. Scenic tour with wife from North Shore to Waikiki via coastal roads. Laundry.
Monday: Learning how to fix firearms. Trying to sign papers for my house so I can take delivery of house stuff and the bike.
Tuesday: Have no idea.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 17, 2009, 11:42:23 PM
What was up with the battery?
parts guy pulled the wrong one off the shelf, and the one I need is $40 more than the one I paid for
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 18, 2009, 12:26:23 AM
TREY LIVES!!
???
Going through the armorers course at schofield
Quote from: zzilla on August 18, 2009, 01:25:11 PM
Going through the armorers course at schofield
Cool. Let me know if any tasty M4 parts happen to get lost in your pocket. ;)
We're using weapons issued from different units. no parts to spare, or at least I don't think so. :-\
let's see...
picked up genuine yamaha made in taiwan battery for bike after work
check out the police beemers and two SFs at the dealer
finish off the rest of my coopers and guinness
watch dust to glory
not sleep.
today is red bull.
oh yeah... gotta replace my fuel vent lines, too... yay parts!
That sucks. Maybe you should just buy the Daytona instead. ;D
Went bike shopping!
(http://img.skitch.com/20090821-ksafu4wet4dgaf25hg92xfxn98.preview.jpg) (http://skitch.com/eltristo/bh8m8/http-www.jacksbikes.com-contents-en-us-image-viewer.html-lmd-39858.323611)
It's actually pretty cool - matte grey with brown accents, nexus 8 spd hub, pregnant dogin' looking pedals.
ate tacos!
rested up for the gym!
(probably, as this hasn't happened yet) collapsed!
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 21, 2009, 10:40:58 AM
That sucks. Maybe you should just buy the Daytona instead. ;D
I'll give you a buck o'nine for it
let's see...
found out that when my phone is off, and charging, the alarm still works... at 0400...
forget new energy drink for test driving purposes
eat a donut
and now I gotta find a way to kill 3.5 more hours before I can get my drink on.
Yesterday: Met up with Jing (Sta) and his buddy (Ryan I think?) and went for a quick ride. Bike seems to handle a good bit more aggressively now that I put the speedymoto clip-ons on and have more weight on the front tire. BUT (there always is one) it lightened up the rear end enough to remind me how nice a slipper clutch would be on this bike. ;)
Then came home and got the steering damper mounted...
Picked up the SF this morning after an 11 day stay at the dealer...
So the cluster got sorted then. Cool. Was Will able to do anything else to try and tweak the fueling issue?
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 22, 2009, 01:53:13 PM
So the cluster got sorted then. Cool. Was Will able to do anything else to try and tweak the fueling issue?
No, and i don't think he tried...I installed a set of grips with a smaller diameter this afternoon, which I found in the past helps me with throttle control, feels more precise than with a thick grip...might try the ProTune mapping after the bike is fully broken in...
My right hand is starting to write checks I don't think my body can cash. [moto]
Quote from: mac900 on August 23, 2009, 01:37:17 PM
My right hand is starting to write checks I don't think my body can cash. [moto]
Might you care to elaborate on this post Mister? Gots some new little toys coming for the bike maybe?
Think about it just a bit more. It has nothing to do with any modifications or additions. Or a bank account.
I'm sure it has something to do with throttle control. But damn man, I have been hung over all day and you are asking me to think?
Finished off the last of a six pack of Wernesgruner pilsner today. Not bad at all but not quite up to Bitburger standards.
Installed longer footpegs and massaged the exhaust heatshield bracket on the SF today...now I don't have to ride so pigeon toed on the right side...
get a bit of sleep
work, if you could call it that
discover potential source of mystery rattle
discover that eisenmann doesn't appear to make parts for my car anymore... anyone weld?
now reporting to drunkled thd...
bike and house stuff showed up this morning. Picking up battery and oil thursday, test ride that night.
about to get out of here....
can't wait to get my taste on!
god, I love trade shows [wine] [wine] [wine] [wine] [wine] [wine] [drink] [wine] [drink] [wine] [wine] [wine] [wine] [wine]
oh, and then yard house after
yard housing tonight are you?
show was fine, new stuff, yadda yadda
Took a Hypermotard out for a test spin while my SC was having its safety done today. Turns out this was the same bike that was used in the film "yes man" and had about 4500 miles of snot beat out of it. Bike rode fairly well, but I immediately lost interest when Bill mentioned a price. I asked him if he planned on getting Jim Carey's signature on it to sweeten the deal. [laugh]
What the hell is it with me finding bikes down there that have some "celeb" attachment to them?
maybe bill knows you're into being spendy
More than that, he knows I am apt to walk away and buy elsewhere.
Today: Bought some new Magpul stuff for the M4. Also drooled on an LWRC and an SR-15 E3.
Today I fitted my R&G radiator/oil cooler guards, massaged the exhaust shield a bit more and finished up my ghetto exhaust hanger bracket... ;D
Had Will look at the front forks on the 848. The clicking/clunking in the front when braking is coming from play in the floating disc buttons. Not a whole lot to do there. Must come from the ferocious braking down from Warp Factor 5. [moto]
Also looked real hard at my old 999. Must go have a beer or four and a smoke and think about that one. Hmmmmm.............
Did paperwork at the shop to get ready for Monday and talked to the boss about being support crew for him in next weeks Dick Evans Memorial round island bike race. (115 miles ?? and last race of the year).
Did errands and came home. I hate Saturday traffic. Just no damn fun to be had.
Quote from: mac900 on August 29, 2009, 06:33:52 PM
Had Will look at the front forks on the 848. The clicking/clunking in the front when braking is coming from play in the floating disc buttons. Not a whole lot to do there. Must come from the ferocious braking down from Warp Factor 5. [moto]
Hmmm... Wonder if that would be the same sort of thing that I noticed with the Daytona. Of course it would be braking from Warp Factor 3 on that bike simply because we all know a puny whistle-tip doesn't make it up to 5.
Quote from: mac900 on August 29, 2009, 06:33:52 PM
Also looked real hard at my old 999. Must go have a beer or four and a smoke and think about that one. Hmmmmm.............
So, what directions did those thoughts go?
Made coffee, did dishes, set DVR, getting ready to [moto]
Had a good ride with Ben, Mac & Trey...seems like we did a little bit of everything... ;D
Yessir, seems that way indeed.
Tantalus is not really this old guy's bag, but I loved all the other curvy roads...;D
I used to not care for tantalus at all, but the more I ride it the more I like it. Just got to get the feel for the road and learn it's curves. It is quite tight, but it's the only road here tha reminds me of Germany.
Tantalus may favor some bikes over others. I don't know how my old Monster would work up there now that the road is redone but a year or two ago when the road was really bad the bike hated it. Never did take the 999 up there. The 750 Gixxer wasn't half bad but the 848 loves it. Who knows? I know a certain 1198 that takes a bit of work to make it go. I suppose I could get a ride on the 1198 to compare it to the 848 but I can guess pretty accurately that good throttle/clutch control on the bigger bikes takes a lot of work & practice. I think I'll worm a ride on a Hypermotard and see how that goes. I'm not gonna hold my breath in anticipation though.
Quote from: Gene V on August 30, 2009, 02:52:05 PM
Had a good ride with Ben, Mac & Trey...seems like we did a little bit of everything... ;D
Good fun to ride with some new folks, and some not so new folks!
great ride y'all, that was the stress reliever I needed. Now it's back to the "fun" at work.
Took a rock or something hard to the sump cover while riding the SF this afternoon...
Was doing about 65-70 on H1 and I heard/felt a loud THUNK!...got home and found that one of the four allen head bolts holding the sump screen cover on had been sheared off, along with the corner of the cover and I've got a small leak…I'm thinking some JB Weld should take care of it until I can get a new cover and bolts…gonna check the dealer tomorrow…
Freaky thing, just glad it didn't punch a hole in the sump cover, oil on the back tire at 65+ wouldn't have been pretty… :o
Damn!
Yikes!
I drooled on that SR-15 again today.
Been on the Seven bicycle now two nights in a row after work. From shop down to Diamond Head, twice around DH and back to shop. That's a feeling I haven't had in a long time.
Think we are going to take our bikes out on Saturday after I get home from work. If you don't mind me asking, what sort of speed were you carrying?
The OBC battery died the other day so for the last couple of rides I've been winging it. I reckon between 15 & 16 mph avg. I'm not fast. Not that I ever was either.
Cool. When are you going out again?
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 04, 2009, 10:22:19 AM
Cool. When are you going out again?
Probably about 6am to 6:30am tomorrow morning weather permitting. Kailua, maybe Kailua to Kaneohe and back??
Ok then. I was going to say that I might have to join you, but not tomorrow. Got to be at work at 0530.
Had a nice relaxed ride with my son this morning to Dillingham Airfield via Kunia and Snake roads, then we headed to Breakers in Haleiwa where he treated me to a birthday breakfast... ;D
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Gene!!!!!
What did I do today? Got REALLY wet!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 06, 2009, 03:31:12 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Gene!!!!!
What did I do today? Got REALLY wet!!
Thanks...
I only got a skosh wet as I was just 2 blocks from home when the rain started...
Did not get wet. ;D
back to work
catch up on the latest shop gossip [roll]
slip further toward apathy
turkey sammich from VoD
working both jobs all week, to boot. friday can't get here fast enough!
OMG! I love it!
2nd shift guy who is about to get promoted to what I do took 8 hours to make an aluminum block
3rd shift guy who may be in the works to get promoted to what I do took 8 hours to drill 8 holes in said block
leaving the most urgent job in the section for me to do the programming and cutting of the crit part... I love holding +.001 -.000
in six different spots.
Saw this:
Quote from: moto on September 11, 2009, 11:18:57 AM
Our Streetfighter exhaust:
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/Motowheelscom/DSCN0318.jpg)
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/Motowheelscom/DSC02795.jpg)
Motowheels High Pipe Exhaust System (http://www.motowheels.com/italian/myproducts.cfm?parentcategoryid=660%7CDucati%20Exhaust&productID=7325&showDetail=1&categoryID=1124%7CStreetfighter%20Exhaust&vendoridtodisplay=0&filterFor=&collection=168%7CEuropean%20Motorcycle%20Parts)
Gene, whip out the credit card!!
I met a young Navy officer at the dealership today with a similar exhaust on his yellow 1098? and it was LOUD!...his name Rusty and he may show up for the ride tomorrow...
Cool. That way you will have more of a chance to hear/see it and realize you need a similar kit for your SF. ;)
Flew to Hawaii
Got hungry.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 11, 2009, 02:53:37 PM
Saw this:
Gene, whip out the credit card!!
Mufflers in name only.
Quote from: mac900 on September 12, 2009, 03:51:37 PM
Mufflers in name only.
Never saw any claim that they have any muffling characteristics whatsoever. Only listed as an exhaust. ;)
Quote from: elTristo on September 12, 2009, 03:41:20 PM
Flew to Hawaii
Got hungry.
Welcome back Jebus. How was Monterey?
Monterey = Awesome
Sonoma = Also Awesome
Being away from work = well, you get the idea.
Quote from: elTristo on September 12, 2009, 06:50:00 PM
Being away from work = well, you get the idea.
Tell me about it. I took this last week off and it has been nice not going in to the office. Sad thing is, the office I work in here really makes me miss Afghanistan.
So did Jen come back as well, or is she still on the mainland?
shake off hangover
two hockey games
try to find larry
Found a new part for Gene. Gene, meet your new part. ;)
http://www.rg-racing.com/browseBike/Ducati/Streetfighter/2009/LP0081BK.aspx (http://www.rg-racing.com/browseBike/Ducati/Streetfighter/2009/LP0081BK.aspx)
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 16, 2009, 08:41:11 AM
Found a new part for Gene. Gene, meet your new part. ;)
http://www.rg-racing.com/browseBike/Ducati/Streetfighter/2009/LP0081BK.aspx (http://www.rg-racing.com/browseBike/Ducati/Streetfighter/2009/LP0081BK.aspx)
I was looking at the Cox Racing one...made in U.S., includes 2 "bullet" license plate lights, $99.95... ;D
i like that one gene
i didn't get to get to the front when you were at the shop, but i wanted to ask you if those pegs help the ride on the right side?
-will
Quote from: lurkingforyou on September 16, 2009, 11:08:55 PM
i like that one gene
i didn't get to get to the front when you were at the shop, but i wanted to ask you if those pegs help the ride on the right side?
-will
The pegs helped, along with massaging the bracket that the heatshield attaches to...it's a lot closer to the exhaust pipe now.
http://www.ducati.ms/forums/showthread.php?t=70348&highlight=exhaust+shield (http://www.ducati.ms/forums/showthread.php?t=70348&highlight=exhaust+shield)
Funny thing with the new pegs, they've shifted my feet outward about 15mm which has my foot at a different angle when shifting, causing me to lose two shift lever rubbers...the second one within two blocks of me leaving the shop this afternoon.
Just got home from a four mile run down at Hickam. I don't know what Jen was thinking when she decided to run the marathon!! [roll]
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 17, 2009, 12:14:34 AM
Just got home from a four mile run down at Hickam. I don't know what Jen was thinking when she decided to run the marathon!! [roll]
Women don't think.
Got really wet, V2.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 20, 2009, 04:03:34 PM
Got really wet, V2.
Weird, only the front half of me got wet.....
Whatever. ;)
Actually when I turned right towards Waimanalo the road dried up and Norfolk was all good. Made three passes and went to get gas. Nary a drop and all sunny. The cell phone in my pocket didn't do so well though. Took a few hours for it to dry out and work again.
abandon all hope is what teddy did today
found out someone is probably losing their job because of me.
not cool at all.
Uh oh. Getting kicked out (loosing the job) or just being replaced?
I am kind of in the same situation. I am moving to be the NCOIC of the CT shop at work and the guy I am replacing (Army SSG) will be staying in the same office. Feel bad seeing as how not only am I taking his slot as NCOIC, but I am also taking his accounts as well.
anyone have a not-broken beer tray? want to play cash-plus-swap-for-stock-parts?
obviously, there's also forks and a penske monoshock FS, too
I think I still have my old beer tray. I think. I don't understand the non-lined-out bit.
Quote from: elTristo on September 23, 2009, 10:03:38 PM
I think I still have my old beer tray. I think. I don't understand the non-lined-out bit.
Isn't yours broken, too? stu's got one for me, he mailed it today.
ummm... goldline master cyls, bars, steering damper, rearsets, barend mirrors...
Speaking of goldlines, when did you want to get mine Jebus?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on September 24, 2009, 08:09:51 AM
Isn't yours broken, too? stu's got one for me, he mailed it today.
Ohhhhh, yeah... I guess mine is broken. Call me Tristo the Smartenator
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 24, 2009, 08:12:48 AM
... when did you want to get mine Jebus?
Isn't that a question for the m4m section of Craigslist? ;D
Quote from: elTristo on September 24, 2009, 06:26:21 PM
Isn't that a question for the m4m section of Craigslist? ;D
Not if we can just handle it here big boy.
Crap, I dunno. Gimme a call or sumfin.
Quote from: elTristo on September 24, 2009, 06:26:21 PM
Ohhhhh, yeah... I guess mine is broken. Call me Tristo the Smartenator
it's ok. I blame the tumor.
which, sadly, is much less funny these days after gavin's scare a few weeks ago :(
Just took my pt test.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on September 25, 2009, 08:12:49 AM
it's ok. I blame the tumor.
which, sadly, is much less funny these days after gavin's scare a few weeks ago :(
Ouch, really? Well, been there, done that, sorta. I assume "scare" means "not there".
Quote from: elTristo on September 25, 2009, 06:06:16 PM
Well, been there, done that, sorta.
Me too. Only I had to say goodbye to my mom.
double ouch.
So, is someone gonna step up and bring some levity to this thread?
Quote from: elTristo on September 25, 2009, 06:06:16 PM
Ouch, really? Well, been there, done that, sorta. I assume "scare" means "not there".
"scare" means "not malignant and was removed"
yummy.
Quote from: elTristo on September 26, 2009, 08:31:45 AM
yummy.
yep.
so anyway... nobody wants cyclecats? or a steering damper?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on September 29, 2009, 01:31:23 PM
yep.
so anyway... nobody wants cyclecats? or a steering damper?
No can use cyclecats with me low pipes, sorry, and the damper probably has the same size issue as my current one. Not that I don't appreciate the thought :-*
hooray work!
teddy gots his very own boss
huh?
like, one person whose job it is to oversee you?
yep.
kurt, who was the 31M1 boss is now making 11 pay, which puts him in charge of the programmers (me)
rich, who used to be the work leader, is now making 10 pay, and is the boss of 31M1.
so now the both of them tell me what to do
fuuuuuuuuuuuuuucktastic! [drink]
That's just loony.
Does Teddy ever see raises? Whose wang do you have to choke on to get a promotion?
I have a skill set that makes me too valuable to the production level.
yes, I was told that.
God, I can't wait to get out so I can start making 14 pay.
Also, found out that my insurance would drop by $280 a year (for full coverage on two bikes) if I got rid of the Daytona and replaced it with the KTM. [thumbsup]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on September 30, 2009, 09:17:35 PM
I have a skill set that makes me too valuable to the production level.
yes, I was told that.
IG?
What if you just turn into a shitbag? Then they'll
have to make you a manager!
Quote from: elTristo on October 01, 2009, 02:03:01 PM
IG?
What if you just turn into a shitbag? Then they'll have to make you a manager!
IG?
that's kind of the way I see it.... promotion or drive my sup nuts.... it's win/win [beer]
going nuts studying for the board. so.....much....information.......
All you guys really have to do is a bunch of push ups and spell your name with up to three minor mistakes right? How tough can that be? ;)
Just got back from a 20 mile ride, human powered that is. It's going to be a long road back to my former condition.
Time for a beer & a smoke. [drink]
Won my Soldier of the Month board yesterday, PT test today
Quote from: zzilla on October 07, 2009, 07:26:34 AM
Won my Soldier of the Month board yesterday, PT test today
cool...
groove to some z-trip before work
push the starter button on mini-revolt
start reading pride and prejudice and zombies
Installed a new radiator in my car...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on October 08, 2009, 01:04:20 PM
groove to some z-trip before work
push the starter button on mini-revolt
start reading pride and prejudice and zombies
lemme know how you like that. I'm curious, I am.
Quote
"... I am in no humour at present to give consequence to young ladies who are slighted by other men."
As Mr. Darcy walked off, Elizabeth felt her blood turn cold. She had never in her life been so insulted. The warrior code demanded she avenge her honour.
at which point she was going go follow him outside the ball and kill him, but then zombies attack.
and apparently, later on in the book, there are ninjas
;D
wow. now that is literature.
Last night: topped my max bench by twenty pounds.
Awesome! So, you're up to like 60 pounds now?? ;D
lol make the beast with two backser!
not sleep much, but overshoot alarm
spam musubi and the BIG red bull
two cups of coffee
wait for sup to fig out wtf is going on
make chips
lolz@brutale's post
and I'm still jonesin' for lechon, dang it!
Pretty much just sold the Daytona.
answered a few emails re:bike :-\
cussed out hotmail's spam filter [roll]
going to feast on swine in a lil'bit... hopefully... [drink]
Hey, I might actually now someone who would take that thing off your hands, even though I think you should keep it....
Received $8.5K in money orders...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 12, 2009, 08:40:32 PM
Received $8.5K in money orders...
laundering money?... ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 10, 2009, 06:19:35 PM
...even though I think you should keep it....
you do realise this sounds funny coming from you
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 12, 2009, 08:40:32 PM
Received $8.5K in money orders...
They're not from an exiled Nigerian Prince are they?? ???
Quote from: teddy037.2 on October 13, 2009, 08:11:22 AM
you do realise this sounds funny coming from you
Not really. I am selling a bike to replace it with another bike.
Quote from: Brutale on October 13, 2009, 09:04:47 AM
They're not from an exiled Nigerian Prince are they?? ???
Uhm... No.
Quote from: DucMouse on October 13, 2009, 01:55:38 PM
u wana share? ;D
Uhm... No.
:D
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 13, 2009, 07:05:42 PM
Not really. I am selling a bike to replace it with another bike.
I meant that it was funny
because of your high rate of turnover
Quote from: teddy037.2 on October 14, 2009, 08:07:42 AM
I meant that it was funny because of your high rate of turnover
I don't know what you're talking about. [roll]
denial will get you everywhere!
Yes it will. ;D
dropped my 848 off to get the 600 mile service, and suspension softened ( it was like riding on a brick). so I rode my GFs 696 to Alomoana today and then all the way to makaha. i hate to admit it but that thing is a really nice ride... comfortable and nimble and gets such better gas mileage... now i am wondering if i made a mistake on the 848? should I have gotten the monster 1100 instead or maybe i should get the 1100 as my daily driver... hrmmmmm what to do what to do ... ???
Quote from: hadesducati848 on October 16, 2009, 12:13:14 AM
maybe i should get the 1100 as my daily driver...
Ding ding ding!!! We have a winner!! ;)
Got back to the Island. Whew! 20*, snow & icy roads. Found out what it's like to lose the rear end and the front end of a Cadillac DeVille on a downhill curve. Good thing we were only going about 15 to 20 and had lots of room. ABS is a wonderful thing. That same morning 60 cars piled into each other on the freeway in the fog & ice.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on October 16, 2009, 12:13:14 AM
dropped my 848 off to get the 600 mile service, and suspension softened ( it was like riding on a brick).
Unless you had the rear shock swapped out you won't get much in the way of results. You can make some small improvements but the whole character of the bike changes with the shock change. Try mine sometime and you'll see what I mean.
Monster 1100 as a daily driver --- [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
[coffee]
work is for suckers
We work, therefore, we suck.
Quote from: mac900 on October 16, 2009, 09:32:07 AM
We work, therefore, we suck.
I am working hard at hardly working today.
doing my best to keep up the mini-revolt.
What did I do today? Continued loving my new job making the world a safer place. And then lamented on my inability to make several significant decisions...
rode up to north shore for a taco... and it kind of sucked. 90+ miles from makaha to haleiwa for some really good tacos just to find out that they sucked. oh well at least i got to do some riding
^ that sucks.
I dropped off the trumpet to its new owner today. Sure hope he treats it well...
yeah id hate to read about it in the paper. i sold one of my Zs a few years back and the fist week the girl had it she hit a concrete telephone pole... she lived, the Z didnt... i almost wished it went the other way... almost
I spent the afternoon getting new rubber on the 848 after a very nasty shard punctured the rear tire on H3. 5 hours total time down waiting for a tow, then getting both wheels off and down to a local shop for the change over and back on the bike. That sucked the life out of any minor modding for a while. Life goes on.
Quote from: mac900 on October 18, 2009, 12:06:21 AM
I spent the afternoon getting new rubber on the 848 after a very nasty shard punctured the rear tire on H3. 5 hours total time down waiting for a tow, then getting both wheels off and down to a local shop for the change over and back on the bike. That sucked the life out of any minor modding for a while. Life goes on.
wait a sec... you didnt get new rubber from south seas did you? not in the same day? i had to wait over a week just for my rear tire... how did you get yours so fast?
South Seas didn't have the Dragon Supercorsa Pro in stock. They were the first shop I called and the closest to where I was stranded. Believe me I would have much preferred to have just a new Pirelli rear tire rather than put a set of Pilot Powers on, which is what I did. From now on, should such an occasion arise again, it looks like I may have the option of buying just one tire as the Michelins are available more often than not.
Quote from: mac900 on October 18, 2009, 08:04:54 AM
From now on, should such an occasion arise again, it looks like I may have the option of buying just one tire as the Michelins are available more often than not.
This. Plus, I think the michelins are a bit more predictable than the Dragons. I got used to the Dragons quick enough on the Daytona, but they seemed to take a little longer to get warm and were a little easier to get thrown off line while they were still cool. YMMV...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on October 17, 2009, 10:50:09 PM
rode up to north shore for a taco... and it kind of sucked. 90+ miles from makaha to haleiwa for some really good tacos just to find out that they sucked. oh well at least i got to do some riding
I can't think of any good tacos in Haleiwa. A little closer to you is Diegos in Pearl City - if you like street style tacos, they are your best bet.
Mmmmm... Street meat.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 18, 2009, 09:45:57 AM
Mmmmm... Street meat.
You are, I'm afraid, thinking of something very different. [puke]
Quote from: elTristo on October 18, 2009, 09:35:22 AM
I can't think of any good tacos in Haleiwa. A little closer to you is Diegos in Pearl City - if you like street style tacos, they are your best bet.
where is it at in pearl city? ill have to check it out.
also went riding with the gf today around kapolei... between her safety and the safety of her monster i was a bundle of nerves. not that she is a bad rider
its just well... i dont know if ill ever like the idea of her riding the way a monster should be ridden. i keep wanting to tell her to slow down... even though she is doing the speed limit lol
Dude, all I can say is you should be glad your SO rides. Makes justifying mod money so much easier if they feel the passion too.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on October 18, 2009, 03:16:19 PM
where is it at in pearl city? ill have to check it out.
on kam, eastbound, before you hit the sears dist. center/H1 underpass. it's next to a pizza joint, and (idk if it's still there) a taw kwon do studio
there's also one in town, near UHM, on... king st?
where'd you go in haleiwa? cholo's? or that killer tacos place?
wahiawa has a lil'mexi place that lays the PWN4G3 on cholo's
New Taco joint called Serg's Mexican Kitchen on Manoa has, by far, the best street style tacos on the island. I grew up in LA and have been looking for good Taqueria style tacos. My search is over. They have carnitas, carne asada, fish, chorizo, al pastor, and chicken. Also not to be missed is their Flauta. It is huge, and deliciious!
where'd you go in haleiwa? cholo's? or that killer tacos place?
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killer taco... maybe it was just the service that turned me off, the girl kinda acted like i was interupting her
and just kind of threw my burrito together ... idk ill try the other places you guys are talking about.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on October 19, 2009, 11:26:50 AM
killer taco... maybe it was just the service that turned me off, the girl kinda acted like i was interupting her
and just kind of threw my burrito together ... idk ill try the other places you guys are talking about.
hmmm. could be... but I've never eaten there, so idk.
I've also heard that serg's place is the shizzy, but haven't been down that way yet
Cool. Looking forward to trying out Serg's. Do you have the address Laughn?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 19, 2009, 10:12:41 PM
Cool. Looking forward to trying out Serg's. Do you have the address Laughn?
Here ya go!
2740 E Manoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822
Enjoy
Thank 'ye!
I'll be in town on Friday, perhaps it would be a good time for taco tastin'
Might be a plan. Where are you now?
Quote from: elTristo on October 20, 2009, 08:39:05 PM
I'll be in town on Friday, perhaps it would be a good time for taco tastin'
Im off on Friday and definitely up for some of Serg's tacos!!
So does this spell out a ride to the taco stand?
i am down for a ride to a taco place... about what time?
Hell, who knows. I've got to hit the gym for a bit on Friday after work, but should be done with that by six at the latest.
Anyone have a time they would like to suggest?
Damn Laughn, I just saw where on the map this place is. How the hell did you find it? Out cruising for college girls again? [leo]
Oh, well I won't be on my bike, and I will be down there in the morning to early afternoon. 6ish is right out.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 21, 2009, 12:28:08 AM
Damn Laughn, I just saw where on the map this place is. How the hell did you find it? Out cruising for college girls again? [leo]
there's a ton of good eats in the university area...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 21, 2009, 12:28:08 AM
Hell, who knows. I've got to hit the gym for a bit on Friday after work, but should be done with that by six at the latest.
Anyone have a time they would like to suggest?
Damn Laughn, I just saw where on the map this place is. How the hell did you find it? Out cruising for college girls again? [leo]
Perhaps I was...being single is a good thing! Dont be hatin. Im up for lunch over there about 11:30 or 12:00, but cant do dinner.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on October 21, 2009, 08:06:23 AM
there's a ton of good eats in the university area...
As is usually the case in most university areas. I was simply making that comment due to the fact that Laughn is not exactly university student material. ;)
Quote from: Brutale on October 21, 2009, 08:51:26 AM
Perhaps I was...being single is a good thing! Dont be hatin. Im up for lunch over there about 11:30 or 12:00, but cant do dinner.
Not hating at all. Far from it actually. More like jealous. [thumbsup]
Got a sms stating that Jose's bike was stolen. :'(
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 21, 2009, 10:28:40 PM
Got a sms stating that Jose's bike was stolen. :'(
Got that message also. Sucks the big one!
Might want to make sure he knows that those Vietnamese guys known as Twins are apparently back in business stealing and stripping bikes on the island again.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 21, 2009, 09:29:46 PM
As is usually the case in most university areas. I was simply making that comment due to the fact that Laughn is not exactly university student material. ;)
Ouch!
If anyone has info on where the Viet Bros are now "working", Id love to hear about via PM. We got quite a few bikes back last time we hit them. Unfortunately we were only able to get Hawaii state charges to stick, and those are very weak, to be nice. [bang]
Quote from: mac900 on October 21, 2009, 10:35:15 PM
Got that message also. Sucks the big one!
that just makes me sick to my stomach... god only knows when it will be my turn to go threw that bullshit.
i was just leaving the 7-11 and this guy comes up to me and says "nice bike what size is it" i reply 848 and point to the numbers on the side. then he says " wow!... Suzuki is really coming out with some nice lookin bikes lately"... i think for a second if this guy is for real or just make the beast with two backsing with me. so i tell him its not a Suzuki its a ducati and i point to the name on the gas tank. then he says "oh that's right ducati is the ninja, yeah that baby looks like a sword alright"... i am like WTF...so i tell him no its not Japanese, its an Italian bike. so he says "Italian? you mean like a VOLVO?"
i said "yep just like a Volvo" and drove away. now i can understand that kind of comment from a drunk ass homeless guy, but this man was driving an Escalade wearing nice dress clothes.
i personal believe that dumbass people should have to take some kind of basic intelligence coarse before they have any children.
Quote from: Brutale on October 21, 2009, 11:45:33 PM
Ouch!
LOL All I am saying is that would make you more of a perv than I am. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Brutale on October 21, 2009, 11:45:33 PM
If anyone has info on where the Viet Bros are now "working", Id love to hear about via PM. We got quite a few bikes back last time we hit them. Unfortunately we were only able to get Hawaii state charges to stick, and those are very weak, to be nice. [bang]
Have no idea where they are. But you are correct about the local laws. We sure wouldn't want to inconvenience any of those criminals out there by making them go to jail.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on October 22, 2009, 01:04:11 AM
...but this man was driving an Escalade...
big clue right there, son ;)
Quote from: Brutale on October 21, 2009, 08:51:26 AM
Perhaps I was...being single is a good thing! Dont be hatin. Im up for lunch over there about 11:30 or 12:00, but cant do dinner.
I'm actually going to be down at the federal building tomorrow, but I have no idea when I'll be free - and you have tomorrow off! How did that work out?
Quote from: elTristo on October 22, 2009, 09:32:32 PM
I'm actually going to be down at the federal building tomorrow, but I have no idea when I'll be free - and you have tomorrow off! How did that work out?
Putting in your application to become a junior g man?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 21, 2009, 12:28:08 AM
Hell, who knows. I've got to hit the gym for a bit on Friday after work, but should be done with that by six at the latest.
Anyone have a time they would like to suggest?
Damn Laughn, I just saw where on the map this place is. How the hell did you find it? Out cruising for college girls again? [leo]
damn it i have to work late tomorrow so i wont be able to make a taco run... i hate last minute customers that only want the work done during non business hours. and on a fricken friday non the less.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 22, 2009, 09:33:34 PM
Putting in your application to become a junior g man?
No, just have to see a guy about a thing.
Sometimes stuff can be cool.
hmmm. drive-thru coffee
become king of the multi-taskers
although really, I'm not because if the machine can run by itself, I'm "not doing anything" and the ponytailed hawk doesn't like when I'm working just as hard as him, so he gives me more shit to do. like let a second machine run by itself. then put me on a third job doing make the beast with two backsing pregnant dog work when there's 3 other guys in today that could get bumped because a more urgent job popped up but apparently they can't be bothered to handle more than one thing which is why I get paid more, right?
daddy needs a beer
today... get a wake-up call from work.
work.
miss hockey.
start laundry, sell moto gear.
get interupt-your-laundry call from work.
w00t.
So there I was, enjoying a Saturday evening with a couple of beers & a cigar when the boys show up from an afternoon of flying ultralights. Seems that one of them, who was flying with an engine for the first time, had narrowly escaped disaster. It was decided that we go out for Mexican food and drink to watch the digital replay of the event. Then it was back home for more drink. As things happen when there is excess there was exuberance of testosterone and stupid games among 50+ year old men acting like they were 20. One of my best buddies, but not Walter in this case, slipped on a wet, grassy slope, crashing & burning. Broken collerbone in three places.
An ambulance was called but cancelled as it was voted that I drive him to emergency. So there I was rolling up the hospital at midnight, no phone, no licence on me and certainly not in any condition to be there. Plus there were cops there as that's where cops tend to be. Good times.
lol Sounds festive to be sure! Sure hope you didn't get nicked for being behind the wheel.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 25, 2009, 10:17:22 PM
lol Sounds festive to be sure! Sure hope you didn't get nicked for being behind the wheel.
Nope. I was lucky but then again I was a bit rough this morning. Hence no riding motorcycles today as I would have been behind the ball instead of in front.
No worries, we didn't do any accelerated riding today. Seems that Emile, Lester and such had their own run in with the law yesterday, so they were laying low.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 25, 2009, 11:00:20 PM
No worries, we didn't do any accelerated riding today. Seems that Emile, Lester and such had their own run in with the law yesterday, so they were laying low.
Details? Where? How fast?
They were on the Pali and followed by an un-marked car from 13-turns, over the top and back down. Car radio'd in that they were speeding excessively, weaving in and out of traffic and so forth. They pulled off at the scenic overlook near the bottom and were greeted by a uniform car.
OUCH!
Cruised around San Diego, Coronado Island and Imperial Beach today with my daughter's SO, he on his Heritage Softail and me on his KTM 520 SM conversion... [moto]...was hilarious watching him hang off the Harley on the freeway onramps, never saw anyone do that before...beautiful weather, great day!
Got my H1N1 shot today...gotta love being a "1st responder" [leo]
Alex and I are splitting.
Quote from: Brutale on October 26, 2009, 07:22:24 PM
Got my H1N1 shot today...gotta love being a "1st responder" [leo]
I was offered that today and politely turned it down. I'm sure next time it will be a demand.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 26, 2009, 08:19:51 PM
Alex and I are splitting.
Umm, ouch. It seems to be in the air around me. Oof, maybe it's my fault....
whoa, hey, wtf?
I was going to make a joke about just getting an email from a chick about the chick bike being FS, and ben's post just totally killed my buzz
:( :( :( :( :( :( :( :(
Yeah, no kidding Ben! Depressing posts are Teddy's and, to a lesser extent, my domain!
But seriously, how can your moto-budddies be of assistance?
Quote from: elTristo on October 26, 2009, 09:50:57 PM
But seriously, how can your moto-budddies be of assistance?
I vote for a boozer!
maybe that's because I'm already drinkin, and listening to country music.
but we should really tie one one, I think. hell, I'll open something nice for the boy
Im heading to Thailand Thursday for 3 weeks of "sightseeing"....you're more than welcome to come along!! [thumbsup]
Seriously though, that sucks man. Im sorry to hear it.
I'm sure that the "sightseeing" involves darts and/or ping pong balls.
i've heard, anyway...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 26, 2009, 08:19:51 PM
Alex and I are splitting.
NO! For sure? Can things be fixed again?
No, I think this is it. I am hoping we can go back to counseling, but...
sorry to hear that brother, i hope things work out for you.
on a more amusing side note, anyone want to lend me $2000, since I am not allowed to sell my bike no more?
uh, wha?
Quote from: elTristo on October 27, 2009, 11:48:33 PM
uh, wha?
talked to Destiny's Dr yesterday about the mastectomy and all that happy shit. He's seen how upset she is over me selling, so even he told me that I shouldn't do it. If it's one more thing that she is going to stress on, it's not worth it
You know, you have one valuable asset left to sell...
[thumbsup]
Tried to figure out what I am going to do car wise, and if I will be able to get out of the deposit that I put on a Super Duke...
Quote from: elTristo on October 28, 2009, 07:08:15 PM
You know, you have one valuable asset left to sell...
[thumbsup]
buy me dinner first ;)
so... to add to the melodrama lol... the prospective buyer for the bike is like... really amped up to pickup my bike, if it's still available. she needs to sell hers first and somesuch.
and I need another drink...
So are you going to sell it after all? A friend of mine from the UK, who coincidentally works/lives here now, said that her and her boyfriend might have wanted to look at it. Did you ever get a call from "Betsy"?
idk... I mean, I don't need to need to... but it'd be handy money, but at the expense of having des stay continually upset over it, which can't be helpful for her...
nope, no calls from betsy or anyone else. just a few emails via teh craigslist
Ok. I don't remember if I gave her your number or not, just that I sent her the link...
no worries... prolly end up keeping it :-\
I know it's stupid because it's just a bike n'all... but there's all these intangibles involved
I hear you man. I am wondering what all things I am about to have to liquidate...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 28, 2009, 11:42:42 PM
I hear you man. I am wondering what all things I am about to have to liquidate...
HALF i would imagine ... i feel for you man
Not sure. My thing is that this has definitely pushed me to pursue moving to DC next year, probably pretty early in the year as well. Wouldn't be able to afford that big of a place there, so need to let go of some stuff.
Anyone looking to buy a high end two channel audio system?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 29, 2009, 05:54:25 PM
Not sure. My thing is that this has definitely pushed me to pursue moving to DC next year, probably pretty early in the year as well. Wouldn't be able to afford that big of a place there, so need to let go of some stuff.
Anyone looking to buy a high end two channel audio system?
If by "buy" you mean "steal while I am passed out drunk", then I'm in!
Got all of the guns out of the house today.
Quote from: elTristo on October 29, 2009, 09:05:01 PM
If by "buy" you mean "steal while I am passed out drunk", then I'm in!
Nah, not quite what I had in mind. Thanks for the offer though. pregnant dog! ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 29, 2009, 09:19:41 PM
Got all of the guns out of the house today.
Nah, not quite what I had in mind. Thanks for the offer though. pregnant dog! ;)
All love, baby, all love.
dang it! I was going to help orchestrate said drunkeness so I could make off with a bike
thank jebus the vendy has lots of monster today, I can't even think right now
and I've got def leppard stuck in my head
oh, and that chick that wants to by my bike? she rides a multi! so that's kinda cool... only ever seen two here
Rode 23 miles on the Pegoretti this morning. Going to Brent's breakfast now and the shop later.
That sounds really nice. The Brent's breakfast that is. Been thinking we should do a brekkie run again some time soon.
NOT WORK!
YAY!
:)
Running (barefoot - ugh) at Ko'olina, then swimming at same
Visit friend and his quite awesome place in Ma'ili
Not surf because my feet were too torn up from stupidity
still, a pretty okay day.
first game sucked ass, shit bounced off me and went in, bounced of teammates and went in, no rebound control when I even did make the save, odd-ran rushes out the yin yang, and a make the beast with two backsing 3 man breakaway to end the half. I was ready to murder someone.
somehow managed to shake it off and get mentally set for the second game and frustrate the poop out of their leading scorer ;D but lost 8-6...
Got back from a few weeks of training on the big island yesterday. Definatly need to get the monster over there sometime soon and make a volcano run
^ Sounds exciting. Was wondering where you had gotten off to...
today... clean up desk, eat some peanuts
do the whole two job thing
have a nice convo with cute customer about beers
eggplant parm
finish this bottle of sangiovese and be neither drunk nor sleepy.
ghey.
Getting ready for the promotion board
Thought you already went through that.
Nope, that was the Battalion Soldier of the Month Board. Now I've got the Promotion Board on Friday to become an NCO. Also got the Brigade Soldier of the Quarter Board. On top of all that just had to write up UCMJ on one of my guys. FML.
Good thing you don't really have a job to do. How would you ever get time to focus on it when you are going to the board every other day?
[cheeky]
Still jumping through hoops every day and trying to stay on my game for these boards. Not sleeping more than 5 hours a day helps.
Anybody doing anything tonight?
you mean other than drinking and scrabble? ;D
scrabble? sounds hawt.
Maxxed the board. should get promoted on the first.
Not really sure if I felt like staying home this evening. Anybody out?
And congrats Trey!
Merlot!
rode my motard
finally got it all legal
good fun
[evil]
^ w00t!
I also predict that the weather will suck ass tomorrow, thus leaving me unwilling to leave the house on my day off.
Unsat! So what are your plans?
who, me?
nothin so far... whatcha got in mind?
well, aside from lamenting the passing of an awesome DJ, I got nothing. that's what I get for not having internet at home :-\
Oh, I see. Well, been sitting here knocking back a few Capt & Cokes...
And been putting serious thought into changing the locks on the house...
Rick, are you going into the shop today?
Yep. Not a good day for side work & I even want to change oil in the bike. Won't be able to do that until next week. We're having roof fans installed to help vent the heat from the shop. Just found that out yesterday afternoon. I'll down there later in the morning after 11 or so just to do some light paper work. Wally wanted to work on the Monster shifter but that'll have to wait until next week or so also.
Ok then, no worries... Need any help down there?
Naw but I might need some helping hoisting a couple of pints later depending on the weather.
Tell me about it. Are you going to be on the bike or the benz?
Bike. The weather looks good so far. Leaving in a few minutes.
Today I solved a problem a fellow tech couldn't solve; car came in with diesel instead of gas, gas tank emptied, fuel filter replaced, lines flushed, injectors 'cleaned', new everything in. Car wont start, this was the week before halloween, tech said[I work at a car rental workshop]" send it to the dealership; I asked, "did you measure for voltage at the pump?, answer, "no, it wont start, is not that". Car goes to dealership[toyota], dealer states that in order for them to be able to solve problem, they must redo everything we had already done. I said, bring it home, I'll fix it in 5 minutes. Car arrives, I hook multimeter, turn ign switch on, no voltage at pump, check fuse, voila!! blown fuse, replaced fuse, vehicle is now rented...Me got a 'thank you, but, why didn't you tell you fellow worker to do that? I answered, I did, he said it was not electrical"...
Now, enjoying a cold beer with wife...
Quote from: M620D on November 07, 2009, 12:16:35 PM
Today I solved a problem a fellow tech couldn't solve; car came in with diesel instead of gas, gas tank emptied, fuel filter replaced, lines flushed, injectors 'cleaned', new everything in. Car wont start, this was the week before halloween, tech said[I work at a car rental workshop]" send it to the dealership; I asked, "did you measure for voltage at the pump?, answer, "no, it wont start, is not that". Car goes to dealership[toyota], dealer states that in order for them to be able to solve problem, they must redo everything we had already done. I said, bring it home, I'll fix it in 5 minutes. Car arrives, I hook multimeter, turn ign switch on, no voltage at pump, check fuse, voila!! blown fuse, replaced fuse, vehicle is now rented...Me got a 'thank you, but, why didn't you tell you fellow worker to do that? I answered, I did, he said it was not electrical"...
Now, enjoying a cold beer with wife...
Too funny, yet it happens all the time. I've lost track of all the times I've been through the same type of stuff.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 07, 2009, 08:53:42 AM
Tell me about it. Are you going to be on the bike or the benz?
Come on down. I need someone to ride the 848 so I can listen to it. I ran the dB test and with the extra slotted baffles it runs 83 to 85 dB at idle and at 99 to 101 dB running at half throttle. I have to hear a few fly bys.
Quote from: mac900 on November 07, 2009, 12:45:41 PM
Too funny, yet it happens all the time. I've lost track of all the times I've been through the same type of stuff.
I'm 42, well almost, the guys is 26, he 'knows better', that's he's problem. Today's new guys, think they know it all since in school 'they teach them all'. not my problem, when something better comes around, I'll be gone.
Have any idea how much money company lost with the vehicle stopped for almost 21 days? And all I got were $5.00 commission and a thank you that didn't sound 'real'.
Another beer going down...My 2nd
I guess today's an underwear day.
I haven't done a damn thing! and it's almost 3!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 07, 2009, 02:42:55 PM
I guess today's an underwear day.
I haven't done a damn thing! and it's almost 3!
Almost 2000h... Time for another beer...
Quote from: M620D on November 07, 2009, 02:58:53 PM
Almost 2000h... Time for another beer...
Wrong thread. ;)
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 07, 2009, 02:42:55 PM
I guess today's an underwear day.
I haven't done a damn thing! and it's almost 3!
Come ride. I'm about to meet Rick at the bottom of tantalus.
I never post and usually just lurk but I have a question....I just re-enlisted and getting my bonus on Friday, is worth it to trade in my monster for an 848 (Mac's review has me hooked....) Any comments will be welcomed (and I love the NH 848 since my wife got me the watch I figure I might as well get the matching bike! ;) ) due to my re-up, money is no prob (yeah!!!!)...I know the NH is not even close to an S/R but what do you guys think? plus what would I need to get for it? Thanks!
new SBKs are teh ghey.
don't be such a conformist.
unless, of course, you plan on buying an 848 and nekkifying the thing. that is acceptable behavior. [evil]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 07, 2009, 09:00:15 PM
new SBKs are teh ghey.
don't be such a conformist.
unless, of course, you plan on buying an 848 and nekkifying the thing. that is acceptable behavior. [evil]
Not. But, of course, I'm biased. Ride it & then make up your mind. Dare you?
Quote from: mac900 on November 07, 2009, 09:01:42 PM
Not. But, of course, I'm biased.
pay no attention to the cantankerous old man!
Mac is an evil enabler, of the most heinous variety!
I happen to like enablers....but seriously is the NH worth it (other than the fancy schmancy paint job?)
ummm... isn't the price FOR the fancy shmancy paintjob?
wait, I forgot... 620 capirex can do 140mph... so the hayden 848 can prolly hit 11TB
you should buy it. any price on that level of performance is a dang value!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 07, 2009, 09:04:07 PM
Mac is an evil enabler, of the most heinous variety!
[evil] [evil] [evil]
......
Go take a look at it if you think you want one. Last I heard, South Seas had two more, but they will probably go fast. Keep one thing in mind, the 848 (or any SBK for that matter) won't be anywhere near as comfortable as your monster, but they are sweet bikes if you are ok with that.
did make the beast with two backs all again today.
going to see doc tomorrow.
Test drove an '08 135i with all the BMW factory performance options. Car had just over 8000 miles on it and the dealer is asking $32777 for it. Car drove nice but not really sure if its lack of interior space would fit my needs.
Almost thinking a new '10 4dr GTI would just almost just as much car for less money...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 06:49:55 PM
Eh? You ok?
been basically in bed since sunday afternoon... back spasms. could finally walk around this morning [roll]
and...
GTI FTW!
You need anything? Just let me know and I can make a run for you if you need something from the store.
And yea, I am really leaning that way. The new 2.0T 6spd seems pretty damned nice.
I'm good boss, but thank you :)
hells, yes man! plus hatchback functionality? like I said... FTW!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 10, 2009, 07:34:05 PM
hells, yes man! plus hatchback functionality? like I said... FTW!
There are only two things that are holding me back... 1) I have gotten spoiled by rwd sport(y) cars and 2) I
REALLY don't want to sell the S2000...
yeah, rwd is pretty make the beast with two backsing fun...
they still doing that cooper package on the mini S? that'd be worth the coin, and just a shade less practical over a golf (sq.ft-age)
the mini is seriously some of the most fun I've had driving...
The mini really isn't my thing. Never have gotten along with the interior styling at all. And as far as fun goes, you should try an S2K some time. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 07:46:08 PM
The mini really isn't my thing. Never have gotten along with the interior styling at all. And as far as fun goes, you should try an S2K some time. [evil]
that's like saying "you should try an SL65 AMG some time"
I bet it is fun... just not my thing.
I never would have thought it was my thing either. Until I took one on a spirited drive that is. ;D
I also saw what appeared to be a nice looking E46 M3 convertible the other day. I was shocked to see that it was an honest to god 6spd and not one of those silly flappy paddle jobs.
yeah, but I have this deep-rooted hatred for most things honda....
Fair enough. I can respect that.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 07:56:21 PM
Fair enough. I can respect that.
that, and I get flashbacks to fast and the furious whenever I think about the S2K ;)
LOL Luckily I never saw that movie.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 08:00:14 PM
LOL Luckily I never saw that movie.
yes you are, OMG.
Why did you have to go and bring your god into this?
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 08:10:34 PM
Why did you have to go and bring your god into this?
because both MBG and FSM do not approve of fast and the furious
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 10, 2009, 08:11:42 PM
because both MBG and FSM do not approve of fast and the furious
As it's speaker for this earth, I agree with this statement.
Quote from: elTristo on November 10, 2009, 08:13:10 PM
As it's speaker for this earth, I agree with this statement.
thank you, praise jebus
M3 goodness would be hard to walk away from...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 08:37:38 PM
M3 goodness would be hard to walk away from...
unless you think about dealer support
Hell, it's an 04 or 05. Warranty has expired so I would get to give Rick all my money for my remaining time on this island. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 09:33:51 PM
Hell, it's an 04 or 05. Warranty has expired so I would get to give Rick all my money for my remaining time on this island. [thumbsup]
yeah, that's not so bad... BMWoH can suck it.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 10, 2009, 09:38:38 PM
BMWoH can suck it.
Don't even get me started on those guys again... lol
So in the spirit of "what did you do tomorrow", want to go test ride the Mk VI with me tomorrow?
tempting, but not sure where that'll fit in...
dropping car off at 0700 for exhaust leakage, gotta ship forks out, dr's appt at 1300 for my hip/back
otherwise I'd be all up ons [thumbsup]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 10, 2009, 09:45:10 PM
gotta ship forks out
Blow this part off. I think I almost have Trey talked into them, and that's a local sale. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 09:47:47 PM
Blow this part off. I think I almost have Trey talked into them, and that's a local sale. [thumbsup]
already got the paypal, man... sorry.
Tell the guy you got mugged on your way to the post office?
if I can see cash tomorrow, I might change my mind.
otherwise, i'm shipping them out, as promised
How much? I'll sms him.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 10:03:02 PM
How much? I'll sms him.
lol, maybe 400, since that's a nice, round number, and it's for charity? I sold them for 350/shipped.
WHAT? You sold them for 350 shipped, and now you want an additional 50 for not having to ship them? [roll]
not that it matters... I'd feel bad for backing out on this dude.
and i'm seriously depressed right now, for unrelated things.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 10:08:36 PM
WHAT? You sold them for 350 shipped, and now you want an additional 50 for not having to ship them? [roll]
charity, son... I'm trying to help save a make the beast with two backsing life.
if I were selfish, i'd have kept the damn things and put them on my bike.
I'd have done 300 local... but since he already sent me the funds, i'm honoring the agreement. if I could get more money to help des, that would change my mind, even if it is unreasonable to the rest of you
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 10, 2009, 10:09:51 PM
charity, son... I'm trying to help save a make the beast with two backsing life.
I hear ya, and as admirable as that is, that particular mileage only goes so far with others.
SRSLY
why the hell do y'all think I was posting my bike FS?
5k is certainly no ROI for what went into it... I know that much.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 10:12:33 PM
I hear ya, and as admirable as that is, that particular mileage only goes so far with others.
which is why I'm taking 350/shipped, and will head on down to UPS tomorrow with a box full of showas.
he already sent me the money, i'm not about to back out on that.
Dammit, I was checking my available funds this morning so I could buy them, but the deal's already been made. (looks at SMS from Ben) Wait! there might be hope!
Quote from: zzilla on November 11, 2009, 08:13:06 AM
Wait! there might be hope!
There is always hope my young padawan learner.
At least there is when talking about motorcycles.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 10, 2009, 07:38:04 PM
There are only two things that are holding me back... 1) I have gotten spoiled by rwd sport(y) cars and 2) I REALLY don't want to sell the S2000...
You drive a honda? and you admit? you poor poor man... well at least your ducati makes up for the points lost with the honda even if it is a S2K. now have you ever driven a twin turbo Z? [bow_down] nothing like a few simple bolt ons to push out over 400hp, with 4 wheel steering, and a nice close ratio 5speed to really play in the twisties.
damn i miss my car :'(
I have no problem admitting that I drive a Honda, simply because the S2000 is only eclipsed by a CaymanS in the fun department (while staying under $70k). Have you ever taken one through a seriously twisty road at full song?
well in all honesty no, i never driven one. however i have raced them on many occasions in time attacks as well as drag strips, and the only ones that could beat me were the full race tuned cars that were gutted and no longer street legal. (but i think that has more to do with them being a better driver then i am [laugh]) i do hear though that they are similar to the NSX in the sense that they are very nimble and have amazing handling with their 50/50 weight distribution... so i guess its still a decent grocery getter when its raining or even a great lil car for your wiffee ;D
but 240hp at the crank... well i guess its a start
hahahahaha
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 11, 2009, 09:00:34 AM
I have no problem admitting that I drive a Honda, simply because the S2000 is only eclipsed by a CaymanS in the fun department (while staying under $70k). Have you ever taken one through a seriously twisty road at full song?
elise > S2k
yes, I know it's a toyota motor, but I am happy to see they finally decided to throw the TRD supercharger on it [evil]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 11, 2009, 09:16:54 AM
elise > S2k
yes, I know it's a toyota motor, but I am happy to see they finally decided to throw the TRD supercharger on it [evil]
now that is a car i would love to take around the block
Quote from: hadesducati848 on November 11, 2009, 09:14:13 AM
well in all honesty no, i never driven one. however i have raced them on many occasions in time attacks as well as drag strips, and the only ones that could beat me were the full race tuned cars that were gutted and no longer street legal.
These things were never intended to be particularly fast and I will freely admit that there are MANY cars that will blow my doors off, especially at a drag type event. The deal with these cars is that they are exceptionally well balanced and you can flick the hell out of them when the turns get tight. Can't think of many Z's that could keep up with one on a tight and twisty road (given that both drivers are of the same skill).
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 11, 2009, 09:16:54 AM
elise > S2k
yes, I know it's a toyota motor, but I am happy to see they finally decided to throw the TRD supercharger on it [evil]
Ok, you got me there. The Elise is a better handling car. Sure helps that the thing only weights 22 pounds! But they are held together with glue! ;D
Wow, and I was afraid my "I don't really love the look of the GTI" comment would be taken as hating. You guys are vicious.
I like your Honda, Ben, and it will spin stupidly tight, accurate circles around anything I own.
I LOVE the Honda, so no worries. But more importantly, what's for dinner?
drop car off
get coffee
ship out forks
get car
Dr.
....and my week is done. :(
What'd the doc say?
Trey came by and he and I went to look at a few cars. Took that E46 M3 Conv out for a spin. Nice car, but I was kind of expecting more from it. Not sure if that is fair to say though considering that I wasn't able to really get into it.
I can return to work next monday on light duty for two weeks.
light duty also rules out the night job, and athletics.
but I do get muscle relaxers
getting the house ready for my pops coming in on Friday.
Maybe take a quick ride this afternoon
Took tomorrow off.
What time is your pops flying in?
took the rest of my life off... [cheeky]
Gets in around 1415, then comes up to schofield to pin my Corporal stripes on me. ( if battalion didn't foul up the paperwork)
Quote from: zzilla on November 12, 2009, 05:31:39 PM
Gets in around 1415, then comes up to schofield to pin my Corporal stripes on me. ( if battalion didn't foul up the paperwork)
that's cool, your dad doing that...
Very cool Trey!! Thought you were putting on your "5" though.
Alex is gone.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 12, 2009, 06:08:00 PM
Very cool Trey!! Thought you were putting on your "5" though.
I will be putting that on after the 1st of the month, if higher headquarters didn't foul up the proper papers. They put the Corporal on my so I would have the power of the NCO "command hand" (fingers extended and joined) while correcting my troops. Feels good to finally wear it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 14, 2009, 04:09:44 PM
Alex is gone.
Sunday afternoon brews? I got monday off ;D
Quote from: zzilla on November 14, 2009, 04:36:22 PM
Sunday afternoon brews? I got monday off ;D
Thanks man, but I can't. Have to go into work later.
:-\
went to work, came home, had dinner, drank beer while writing in different threads in forum...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 14, 2009, 04:09:44 PM
Alex is gone.
sorry man, i know how tuff that can be.
took a bunch of noob riders around the island today. made it with zero casualties, and even managed to avoid most of the rain.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 14, 2009, 04:09:44 PM
Alex is gone.
Wow. I give you a call later tomorrow morning/early pm. I may go out for a bit, weather depending, but I don't think I'm doing the poker run. I know you've got duty until 0600.
grrr.
no luck with the sleep thing tonight >:(
Tried to get in touch with Jebus' friend about the Jeep...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 16, 2009, 10:47:58 PM
Tried to get in touch with Jebus' friend about the Jeep...
Oh, yeah, about that...
lol no wonder he didn't text me back.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/IMG_1289.jpg)
nice! where is it?
Don't know. Just a picture I found.
I was wondering about that.
I went to SS and asked about the used 848...long story short it's a 2008 with ~2000 miles and they're asking 11.5K...what do you guys think? It sounds steep to me...opinions?
Step one: Click this link -- http://ducatiseattle.com/docs/bikes.php (http://ducatiseattle.com/docs/bikes.php)
Step two: Buy bike at top right of page
Step three: Call Allied Van Lines/Pasha Group about shipping said bike down here
Step four: Enjoy your bike
[moto]
yay!
teddy has done make the beast with two backs all!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 22, 2009, 04:11:36 PM
yay!
teddy has done make the beast with two backs all!
Yea, but you are still cooking us dinner right?
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 22, 2009, 04:17:53 PM
Yea, but you are still cooking us dinner right?
if you show up with foodstuffs, I can certainly try.
but I make no promises, since I am not in the best shape right now
you might be better off hitting taco bell.
and if you do, get me some, because I'm drunk and hungry.
lol Taco Bell? Meh. I's got left over pizza from last night.
Bathed the dog, washed the car, started the bike on stands, had a couple of cold ones, watch NFL, went to the cleaners, shaved, I know I'm forgetting something...
took the gfs monster for a nice stroll up too north shore. stopped for a drink and watched the tourist ohh and aww over it. besides its lack of power the monster is a fun lil bike [thumbsup]
Should have come out to meet us this morning. Would have been nice to have another monster in the mix.
Back is freaking out, so I took the rest of the day off to stretch and self medicate...
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 22, 2009, 09:46:32 PM
Should have come out to meet us this morning. Would have been nice to have another monster in the mix.
i really wanted to but i had to play the good BF and spend some quality with the GF before i was given permission to go out and have fun. hopefully i can start to bring her along so that jamba juice rides can be counted as quality time together
Hell yea, bring her out. And bring out any cute single friends she might have too. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 23, 2009, 06:07:39 PM
Hell yea, bring her out. And bring out any cute single friends she might have too. ;D
what if they're dudes?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 23, 2009, 07:22:51 PM
what if they're dudes?
ill make sure she leaves the cute single dudes at home and see if we can round up a few cuties for drkwing ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 23, 2009, 11:27:23 AM
Back is freaking out, so I took the rest of the day off to stretch and self medicate...
Not surprising coming from someone who describes my 848 as "So Much More Comfortable". Back when it was SE vs. SC it might not have been huge. Now that it's going to be SD vs. SC it's not going to go to well for the SC esp. if the SD attracts babes. Ever notice how it's only guys that check out the SC?
Quote from: mac900 on November 23, 2009, 08:21:54 PM
Ever notice how it's only guys that check out the SC?
Yea, and that makes me :'(
I have a strong feeling that the SC will become a more dedicated track bike if I get up to DC this spring.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on November 23, 2009, 07:22:51 PM
what if they're dudes?
Then you'll be in luck. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 23, 2009, 09:27:54 PM
Then you'll be in luck. ;)
didn't know I was lookin :-*
Went to the Doc. Got some good drugs. Became one with the pillow...
NCO's beat down the joes in flag football. Senior NCO's beat down the Officers in flag football. Waiting on promotion points to be posted.
Ended up doing make the beast with two backs all yesterday. The drugs knocked me the hell out and spent the entire afternoon/evening/night laying on the bed.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 25, 2009, 05:26:57 AM
Ended up doing make the beast with two backs all yesterday. The drugs knocked me the hell out and spent the entire afternoon/evening/night laying on the bed.
ahhh, I miss those days
Lessee ----
Got up at 0430 and went over to the local bakery to pick up a pumpkin pie and pumpkin cheese cake for later. Stopped by Starbucks to pick up a large coffee and newspaper. Came home and read said paper, drank coffee and listened to the entire Morning Edition on Public Radio (something that I never, ever get to do on other days).
Changed the saddle on the Pegoretti and got in a 28 mile ride. [moto] WuuHuu! Haven't used that saddle for years as I remember it not being too comfortable on longer rides. Now it seems to work better than the last two I've had for thousands of miles. Which is great because now I can go on longer rides without my butt and perineum hurting. Which also sucks because now I have no excuse to not go on longer rides. Oooh, feeling like a Roadie again.
Showered, shaved and now wasting time on the 'net. Think I'll go out and clean, lube the Peg then maybe take a nap. Have to get ready for [wine] [wine] later.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Cool. That will give me an excuse to get off my ass and ride as well.
Short ride on the Duc this morning...cruising now, dinner later...hope everyone has something to be thankful for... ;D
I am thankful for seghesio's 2005 barbera.
I am not thankful for the fact that I only have one bottle left.
*I am also thankful for the additions of melee weapons in left 4 dead 2. braining zombies with a guitar will never get tired :D
I went to grab one of those 2004 Medoc's that I had laying around and it looks like someone might have taken my last two with them when they moved out... >:(
boo.
Yea, and to top it all off... I went over to a co-workers place for Tgiving dinner. While there, the host decided they needed my car moved so they could get their truck out and go to the store. Well, instead of asking me to move it they decided to grab the keys off the rack and move it themselves. Ended up curbing my right side rear rim. Now I have to see if I can get the red stripe on that wheel fixed. >:(
Over all not a good day.
that's wack.
and I can add that to the reasons of why I don't hang out with coworkers
Well, didn't really feel like hanging out alone today. Don't have the luxury of family close by.
meh, I do and I didn't see 'em
Just got an email stating that I will have an early xmas present that can be picked up on Wednesday.
in Halloween colors?... ;D
Attempted to recover. Still working on that one.
Just had someone call and offer $22.5k for the S... Told him that there was no way I was going to let it go for less than $23K, but now I don't even want to sell it. :-\
anyone else going to the bike/ car show/ bbq thing going on at SS Harley Davidson today? its from 5-9 pm.
I might stop by, seeing as how I was about to head out that direction anyhow. Not going to be on the bike though. I'm trying to save my back for riding on Sunday...
take your bike today and sunday and be hardcore like the rest of us [thumbsup]
Dude, you go and get your the front end of your truck blown off by a 155mm howitzer shell and then come talk to me about hardcore.
I ate an apple the other day. The outside was ok, but it had kind of a hardcore.
[cheeky]
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 27, 2009, 04:41:20 PM
Dude, you go and get your the front end of your truck blown off by a 155mm howitzer shell and then come talk to me about hardcore.
this sounds like the beginning of a story that i would really like to hear the rest of [popcorn]
Did pads and rotors all around on my Miata yesterday, relaxing with Modern Warfare 2 today. I'll tyr and make the ride tomorrow, but buddy and his GF are staying at the house. If i can talk my way out of the house I'll be there. might have to cut out early though.
I'm finally getting my hard stripes on Tuesday ;D
Worked on bike today, installed new grips, bar ends, crankshaft cover, new used OEM rear sets, painted S pipe black, painted top and bottom of clear tail ligth black, walked the dog twice, had some iced tea, tomorrow.... Tomorrow I'll let you know...
Have a good one you all!!!
yesterday-
chicken and beer, haircut, scotch, beer, steak, brats, batman. then more scotch
today-
not a damn thing, which drives me crazy, but I'm too much of a masochist to leave the house, I guess. oh, and no hockey, which = lame
:(
Well, today was FI controller installation day, also installed EVO spark plug cable kit[different sound came out of exhaust cans], Rizoma LED resistors and tried installing the alarm, for this I'll need to fab a bracket since I have nowhere to install it right now. Did some 'painting' on the side covers, did them with Bumper Black paint, next weekend I'll do the beer tray, started raining so painting had to stop.
Will post photos once I get decent camera, my cellphone died.
...Oh I forgot, 2 beers...
just watched then new star trek
awesome!
Started pricing QD Ex-Box, PCM III, FatDuc o2 manipulator, and new A* jacket. Hope these companies give discounts to Service Members.
Ben, thanks for the heads up about that site this morning, might be able to save a nice chunk of change on the jacket.
Quote from: zzilla on November 29, 2009, 08:28:26 PM
Ben, thanks for the heads up about that site this morning, might be able to save a nice chunk of change on the jacket.
No worries man. Happy shopping.
Pretty much just sold the S2000. :(
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 01, 2009, 08:38:41 PM
Pretty much just sold the S2000. :(
so what's replacing it?
interested in a lightly abuse C230k that can play your ipod? :D
No. Think I will stick it out with just the Mk IV for a while. At least until I get to where I am going from here...
boo.
then do you care to donate $50 to the save destiny reeder fund?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 01, 2009, 08:56:25 PM
boo.
I am not happy about it either, but ending the marriage brings about these things...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 01, 2009, 08:56:25 PM
then do you care to donate $50 to the save destiny reeder fund?
Sure, give me a fully detailed diagnostic break down of her condition and I will go from there.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 01, 2009, 08:44:49 PM
No. Think I will stick it out with just the Mk IV for a while. At least until I get to where I am going from here...
Should I order the rear brake pads for the IV?
finished my 30 hour day around 10 this morning. recovery mode initiated.
took Ben down to Pier 31 this morning to pick up his Katoom...
Did my part to make a pretty cool bike louder. [moto] Then worked my ass off for the rest of the day.
I had a frustrating day yesterday, but wrote about it in the "say anything" thread.
Then I had to come home and deal with the ex...
let's see...
yesterday, I babysat, took a machine apart, sat in a briefing, then danced like a monkey for the new engineers on field trip.
today probably involves the same, only less dancing.
Is dancing part of the physical therapy?
Came home and got pissed at the dog when I saw the nice present of shit she had left for me on the floor upstairs. Cleaned said shit and then went out for a ride to clear my head. Took the SD up through Tantalus, then over the Pali and hit 13 turns then a couple circuits through Norfolk before taking the H3 back home. I tell you what, that bike is going to be nuts once it gets broken in. It's got all kinds of scoot and wants to be ridden like a dirt bike. I for-see many wheelies once I can really get on it.
I sense a new favorite bike in the stable.
I don't know, time will tell. One thing though, I made the right choice in the regard of getting a bike with a very different riding style compared to what the SC has morphed in to. I have a feeling that I will soon be on the same hunt that Gene is; to sort out the fueling and smooth things out a touch.
Quote from: elTristo on December 04, 2009, 04:09:57 PM
Is dancing part of the physical therapy?
it should be
Quote from: mac900 on December 04, 2009, 09:23:36 PM
I sense a new favorite bike in the stable.
and you're surprised? ;)
well, got another nibble on the bike... I guess we'll see where this goes...
Long story short...had not ridden the Monster for about 2 months (work, TDY, blah blah blah...) I tried starting it last Sunday and it would crank but not start (lights would dim a lot), so went out and purchased a Battery Tender. Left it on for about 4 days and same thing, I figured bad battery (it's 2 years old after all...) so purchased a new battery had the shop put it together, charge it and what not put it on the Battery Tender (for about 2 days to make sure it was fully charged) and when I installed today same thing happened...cranks but will not start (lights dim not as much)...checked grounds, connections, and new plugs but no dice...Help?
8 hours of make the beast with two backs all [roll]
trip to the atm
drive-thru burger and a bottle of woodford reserve
it's shapin' up to be a decent holiday
sleep in
gas up for a shakedown run
my back does not like my motorcycle
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 05, 2009, 10:18:14 AM
Long story short...had not ridden the Monster for about 2 months (work, TDY, blah blah blah...) I tried starting it last Sunday and it would crank but not start (lights would dim a lot), so went out and purchased a Battery Tender. Left it on for about 4 days and same thing, I figured bad battery (it's 2 years old after all...) so purchased a new battery had the shop put it together, charge it and what not put it on the Battery Tender (for about 2 days to make sure it was fully charged) and when I installed today same thing happened...cranks but will not start (lights dim not as much)...checked grounds, connections, and new plugs but no dice...Help?
Carb or FI? If FI maybe system lines have no fuel and full of air, if carb, much of the same.... It has happened to me, just a few tries, "choke" lever at full hit the red button, and let it do its thing, nothing, repeat. By the 4th try, just, just slightly, blip the throttle while engine cranking...NO reprimends guys, it has worked for me...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 06, 2009, 01:27:16 PM
sleep in
gas up for a shakedown run
my back does not like my motorcycle
But, do you like your bike?
What I did today, fabricated some mesh grills for the front fender and painted them, sanded, painted[first two hands] front fender, dissassembled headlight to sand bezel...Now, having a beer...
Put over 125 miles on the odometer today with DRKWNG & sta......
Quote from: Gene V on December 06, 2009, 04:02:31 PM
Put over 125 miles on the odomter today with DRKWNG & sta......
I'll be riding soon...
Woke up in someone else's house, as I seem to be doing more frequently.
Rode home one my headache subsided.
Realized I am 2 months behind on my safety now. Ugh.
Replaced the broken screen door, replaced the broken spigot, smacked the cat.
Reasonably successful day. ;D
Quote from: elTristo on December 06, 2009, 05:56:48 PM
smacked the cat.
Reasonably successful day. ;D
Hope Jen doesn't see this.
Tinkered with suspension settings on the SD.
went to work this morning, and got off just in time to miss the toys of tots ride. so i decided to the the 848 around tantalus for the first time... that was fun. ate lunch at alomoana .then got a hold of some buddies that were watching the surf in waimalu, but by the time i got there they had already started to go back home. came home washed the dogs and cleaned the bathroom. all in all it was a good day.
Quote from: Gene V on December 06, 2009, 04:02:31 PM
Put over 125 miles on the odomter today with DRKWNG & sta......
Sorry to have missed that with you guys. Had to help fix a lawnmower, removed the rest of the licence plate bracket on the 848 so that it wouldn't fall off (sheet metal project coming up next weekend), did paperwork at the office, bought tree, put up house lights. What happened to rest & relaxation on the weekends? Saturday night was good though. I'm a lucky guy blessed with good friends and a good bike. [beer]
Would of been nice to have you along, but sometimes you just gotta take care of stuff...Ben and I ate lunch at Cholo's and got some compliments on the bikes as we were mounting up to leave...;D
Quote from: mac900 on December 07, 2009, 06:33:37 AMI'm a lucky guy blessed with good friends and a good bike. [beer]
Hell, I'd say we were all blessed for having that great set of tits to oogle over while having dinner.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 07, 2009, 03:59:30 PM
Hell, I'd say we were all blessed for having that great set of tits to oogle over while having dinner.
Wait, Mac has nice tits??? How did I miss those? :o
Quote from: Brutale on December 07, 2009, 10:45:53 PM
Wait, Mac has nice tits??? How did I miss those? :o
Well, if you ever came out more... j/k More referring to the lovely lady up at Kemo'o Farms who befriended the talented plastic surgeon...
Toady's Mothers Day here in Panama, made waffles for the wife and gave her a breakfast in bed, now, went to friends body shop to do some work on car, just came back from shop and now playing around with dog and modded fender...Thinking...gotta go to work tomorrow, so no more than 2 beers or drinks...
Ended up taking the Monster to the shop and when I called to check on the status of the bike, I was told it was a bad fuel pump and that it was going to be $1100...now that sounds a little excessive to me...is there an aftermarket pump I can get? Or should I bite the bullet and pay it?
(hmmmmmm......maybe it IS time for a new bike)
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 08, 2009, 02:50:43 PM
Ended up taking the Monster to the shop and when I called to check on the status of the bike, I was told it was a bad fuel pump and that it was going to be $1100...now that sounds a little excessive to me...is there an aftermarket pump I can get? Or should I bite the bullet and pay it?
used? ebay?
otherwise that sucks, dude...
$1100 dollar fuel pump? WTF? Call Ducati Seattle. What is your bike's in service date?
Thanks! In service date? as in when I bought it...if so then Feb 2007
Accomplished effectively nothing over many hours. Tried to find tires for the Beetle - no go. Got a reprinted registration and tried to get the Monster safety checked. Apparently my blinkers - the ones I bought from South Seas to pass last time - are too small. And I need reflectors. Like, 70 of them. I think I actually have to cover all black or silver bits with reflectors.
So, anybody have stock blinkers lying around?
THANK YOU MR. DRKWNG!!!!!! I called Ducati Seattle and asked about the price for said fuel pump...well it turns out that since Ducati only sells the complete pump/flange assembly the price IS over 1K :'( ...but Mr. Jon Payne (the Parts Manager) recommended that I speak to Ca-Cycleworks and long story short after contacting Ca-Cycleworks, they sell the pump sans the flange for only $149 plus $9 shipping (I did not hesitate to scoop that up!). I'll have to do the work but I figure it shouldn't be too hard and if it is I'll be typing on here asking all sorts of random questions...now I have to call SS and see about picking up the Monster and towing it home...Maybe the Monster won't get set on fire after all!
Quote from: elTristo on December 08, 2009, 03:18:25 PM
Apparently my blinkers - the ones I bought from South Seas to pass last time - are too small.
No, not to small! They probably just need more fluid!
Quote from: elTristo on December 08, 2009, 03:18:25 PM
Accomplished effectively nothing over many hours. Tried to find tires for the Beetle - no go. Got a reprinted registration and tried to get the Monster safety checked. Apparently my blinkers - the ones I bought from South Seas to pass last time - are too small. And I need reflectors. Like, 70 of them. I think I actually have to cover all black or silver bits with reflectors.
So, anybody have stock blinkers lying around?
Nah. just take it somewhere else for the safety inspection.....PM me for some "friendly" spots
What did I do? I left work a little early and took the SD out to the north shore to try and catch some of the waves. DAMN were they impressive. But traffic was THE SUCK, so I left and went back into town. Got a chance to do a run up Tantalus to try out the new suspension settings. Turns out it made a pretty big (good) difference. Caught up to a guy descending the hill on a Triumph Sprint and damn was he smooth coming round those turns. Can't wait to get the fueling sorted out on this bike so it isn't all herky-jerk when coming on/off the throttle.
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 08, 2009, 03:47:43 PM
THANK YOU MR. DRKWNG!!!!!! I called Ducati Seattle and asked about the price for said fuel pump...well it turns out that since Ducati only sells the complete pump/flange assembly the price IS over 1K :'( ...but Mr. Jon Payne (the Parts Manager) recommended that I speak to Ca-Cycleworks and long story short after contacting Ca-Cycleworks, they sell the pump sans the flange for only $149 plus $9 shipping (I did not hesitate to scoop that up!). I'll have to do the work but I figure it shouldn't be too hard and if it is I'll be typing on here asking all sorts of random questions...now I have to call SS and see about picking up the Monster and towing it home...Maybe the Monster won't get set on fire after all!
Nothing wrong with getting the work done down there. Will is really good at what he does and will take great care of your bike.
Quote from: DesmoBoob on December 08, 2009, 04:46:22 PM
No, not to small! They probably just need more fluid!
Uh-hu...
Quote from: Brutale on December 08, 2009, 05:17:00 PM
Nah. just take it somewhere else for the safety inspection.....PM me for some "friendly" spots
I was just going to suggest you talk to Laughn about this.
The State DOT has been getting after the safety check inspectors, especially in the matter of turn signals...they must meet federal DOT regulations, which most aftermarket turn signals do not (they've got to have "DOT" on the lense).
FWIW, Stafford at Cycle Sports lost his safety check license for 90 days last year because he passed a non U.S. compliant bike.
Quote from: Gene V on December 08, 2009, 09:59:41 PM
The State DOT has been getting after the safety check inspectors, especially in the matter of turn signals...they must meet federal DOT regulations, which most aftermarket turn signals do not (they've got to have "DOT" on the lense).
FWIW, Stafford at Cycle Sports lost his safety check license for 90 days last year because he passed a non U.S. compliant bike.
HOORAY PRH!!
People's Republik of Hawaii.
Quote from: Gene V on December 08, 2009, 09:59:41 PM
The State DOT has been getting after the safety check inspectors, especially in the matter of turn signals...they must meet federal DOT regulations, which most aftermarket turn signals do not (they've got to have "DOT" on the lense).
FWIW, Stafford at Cycle Sports lost his safety check license for 90 days last year because he passed a non U.S. compliant bike.
I can testify to the fact that safety inspectors are under increased scrutiny. The DMV guys visit our shop regularly. Too many gross violations have been passed for too long, in general, on the island. I can look up the regs on bikes but I think it has more to do with passing DOT placement and visibility regs than actually having the DOT stamp. I should look that up. Most of the non complying turn signals simply are not visible in daylight hours and some are barely noticeable at night.
ah, that explains the trouble jebus had...
Quote from: mac900 on December 09, 2009, 06:33:54 AM
I can look up the regs on bikes but I think it has more to do with passing DOT placement and visibility regs than actually having the DOT stamp.
IIRC, the DOT lettering on the lense indicates that it has passed federal scrutiny, insuring that the light meets the visibility regs... ;D
work
work
field what may be a serious offer on the bike
Ordered a few items for the SD.
Nothing that high zoot. Just some O2 eliminators and all the parts needed to do the first oil change. This thing takes TWO filters and a screen. [roll]
Ordered a set of SS Brake Tech rotors & Ferodo pads for the front. Constant braking issues since I bought the bike so all new contact surfaces. I like the Brake Tech design - it just makes sense from a load transfer standpoint.
Considering a BST for just the front. Better braking/steering input. Ben any input on just doing the front? I'm thinking that's where the most gain comes from - more bang for the buck.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 09, 2009, 09:19:04 PM
Nothing that high zoot. Just some O2 eliminators and all the parts needed to do the first oil change. This thing takes TWO filters and a screen. [roll]
So you're not going to have Domenico's do the work? Giving up on any warranty work already?
Quote from: mac900 on December 10, 2009, 06:28:34 AM
So you're not going to have Domenico's do the work? Giving up on any warranty work already?
I'm going to have them do it, but I got all the filters/seals and screen for $25 and they wanted... Let's just say, more. ;)
Quote from: RUFKM on December 10, 2009, 06:00:21 AM
Considering a BST for just the front. Better braking/steering input. Ben any input on just doing the front? I'm thinking that's where the most gain comes from - more bang for the buck.
Not really sure how just doing the front would turn out. Granted the bike will steer much quicker than it does now, but other than that I cannot say. I was running mine with just the BST rear for a bit while the vender sorted out source problems. I do know that the bike seemed to spin up a good but quicker with just the rear BST on it though, and it was able to lean over easier and required less "english".
Quote from: RUFKM on December 10, 2009, 06:00:21 AM
Considering a BST for just the front. Better braking/steering input. Ben any input on just doing the front? I'm thinking that's where the most gain comes from - more bang for the buck.
The rear will also improve flickability. It applies to both front and rear, but the percentage of weight shed in the rear is higher. Also, the rear suspension can work more efficiently.
made some crab cakes and breaded lemon Mahi Mahi for dinner. BOMB! ;D
get shit on for 30 minutes before I'm paid to get shit on, deal with said shit all day up until the point they decide to aim their guns at tech code instead of me, and are suddenly quite chummy, then get out of work 15 minutes late because of a lively debate over the very same earlier shit.
kind of makes you want to be sick on a friday.
everything after that is a bit hazy.
except for the heineken light girls and their free beer samples at the shack
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 09, 2009, 09:07:02 PM
Ordered a few items for the SD.
TuneBoy has goodies for the SD...
http://www.tuneboy.com.au/BuyNow/KTMStarterKit.html (http://www.tuneboy.com.au/BuyNow/KTMStarterKit.html)
Unfortutunately, they have nothing for the SF...
Yep. Seen that stuff. Temptation great.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 11, 2009, 02:08:49 PM
Yep. Seen that stuff. Temptation great.
figured you saw it...and it's relatively inexpensive...
Quote from: DesmoBoob on December 10, 2009, 04:59:44 PM
The rear will also improve flickability. It applies to both front and rear, but the percentage of weight shed in the rear is higher. Also, the rear suspension can work more efficiently.
Yeah I guess the package would be best. $$.$$ issue right now as I'm trying to buy a nice garage (with an attached house). I'll probably just be happy with the new front brakes for awhile.
Quote from: Gene V on December 11, 2009, 03:37:02 PM
figured you saw it...and it's relatively inexpensive...
So are the O2 eliminators, which everyone claims will cure the bike's woes...
Quote from: RUFKM on December 11, 2009, 03:43:31 PM
Yeah I guess the package would be best. $$.$$ issue right now as I'm trying to buy a nice garage (with an attached house). I'll probably just be happy with the new front brakes for awhile.
You should be good the way it is right? Not like the stock hoops are anywhere near as heavy as the boat anchors that came on the SC.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 11, 2009, 03:48:52 PM
So are the O2 eliminators, which everyone claims will cure the bike's woes...
you didn't by chance read those claims on the internet did you?... ;D
Oh no. I got them off the interwebz.
So, what will everyone do today? Weather looks like it should be great all day. I'm going to mow the lawn, then want to take the SD out later. Need to get some more miles on it so I can try to get the break in servicing done on Tuesday...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 12, 2009, 07:56:54 AM
So, what will everyone do today? Weather looks like it should be great all day. I'm going to mow the lawn, then want to take the SD out later. Need to get some more miles on it so I can try to get the break in servicing done on Tuesday...
Grocery shop, get the M3 ready for tomorrow's autox, work in the yard..probably won't ride again until Monday...
I get to go to a wedding reception.
I have never been happier.
[puke]
Quote from: Gene V on December 12, 2009, 08:47:51 AM
probably won't ride again until Monday...
Looks like you need to go get a job Gene. That way you will be forced to set your riding schedule to ours. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 12, 2009, 09:38:29 AM
Looks like you need to go get a job Gene. That way you will be forced to set your riding schedule to ours. ;)
It's not lack of work that keeps me away, it's other things like autox going on...fwiw, I rode on Wed & Fri, not as much fun when you're riding solo though...
Quote from: Gene V on December 12, 2009, 10:06:56 AM
It's not lack of work that keeps me away, it's other things like autox going on...fwiw, I rode on Wed & Fri, not as much fun when you're riding solo though...
I know. I was just giving you shit man. ;)
wearing the miracle hat.
on lunch break now.
showing the bike after work at some point.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 12, 2009, 07:56:54 AM
So, what will everyone do today? Weather looks like it should be great all day. I'm going to mow the lawn, then want to take the SD out later. Need to get some more miles on it so I can try to get the break in servicing done on Tuesday...
I'm at the shop. Still have 3 more customer pick ups to go. A couple are bringing their cars in. I have managed to lube the chain on the 848 but haven't even got it all wiped off. Then I still have to remove the exhaust cans and work on the licence plate bracket. Oh, I have to install window switches in Gloria's SL and I'm getting the evil eye as I type. I'll be here a while but I want to get lost in V-twin howl later.
Ok, sounds good. I'm going to gas the SD up and go for a spin, but will swing by the shop after a while. Want to get at least 125-150 miles on the bike today.
i went to the bike show for teamgo808.com had a decent time. i met 2 guys with 1198s... well one was the pearl 1198 and the other was the red 1198s. i told them about this site so they should be checking it out later. and they were interested in the jamba juice rides.
Went to work, 8~5, no lunch since I was doing a road service; came home, had dinner, had a beer, sat down and started webbing around...
so, the guy who came to check out my bike is the same guy who checked out sam's stroodle (that mac saw riding in town)
he's nice enough... so now I've got to make up my mind tonight and let him know which side of the fence this is going to fall.
I think I made up my mind...
I thought it would be him making up his mind whether or not he wanted to buy it...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 13, 2009, 06:48:11 AM
I thought it would be him making up his mind whether or not he wanted to buy it...
What he said...
he asked me why I was selling it, so we had the talk.
he admitted that it was a tough choice, so even as much as he wants to buy it, he wanted me to be sure I was really going to sell...
Nothing special but came home to boxes full of goodies...the much needed fuel pump, this tasty set of clip-ons
(http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/PA202_large.jpg)
this exhaust w/o the badge
(http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/RSS-DA4_large.jpg)
and finally the belly pan...
(http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/MONZADARK_large.jpg)
the fuel pump and clip-ons will be installed by SS and the rest hopefully I can install Friday (if I get the bike back sometime this week)...I apologize for the ginourmous pix but couldn't figure out how to re-size...
Should look pretty nice when it is all done.
Now I just gotta find some nice rearsets and maybe some fancy wheels (and hopefully DNA will warranty my tank) and I'll be set for a while...
Got the milage up to 611 on the SD.
My Ex-Box has left the mainland, can't wait for it to show up! ;D
Worked from 0130 - 0930, then came home, changed and took the SD to get it's break in servicing done. Looked at a couple of Jeeps while I was waiting and then went over to Brent's for lunch. Went and made Rick's neighbors a little mad after nourishment, and then made my way home via the scenic route. Now I think I will try to stay awake long enough to try a Belgian rendition of a Scottish ale before passing out.
Oh yea, the SD sounds really wicked at aroud 8k rpm. [evil]
Found out that I still had to buy the $1200 fuel pump/flange assembly because the problem was in the flange and not the pump...now I have to wait for it to get here (all in all I believe I'm going to spend $2k in parts, labor, and the 7.5 mile service but such are the joys of owning a Ducati even if it's the cheapest model), on a better note the clip-ons were installed today and I'm hoping that DNA answers back soon, and I can get the tank while I wait for the pump to get here...and I was hoping to get to ride this weekend...
I think I might start craiglisting it up and see if I can find a screaming good deal. I already convinced the wife that I should have a second bike just in case this happens again, since I refuse to ride her Kawi 250R even though it's the new/nicer bodystyle I still feel like a bear on a tricycle...
Wouldn't you know it, the O2 eliminators and oil change filter kit that I ordered for the SD get here just after the service was done. Rick, want to play with KTM wiring this weekend? ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 15, 2009, 05:48:55 PM
Wouldn't you know it, the O2 eliminators and oil change filter kit that I ordered for the SD get here just after the service was done. Rick, want to play with KTM wiring this weekend? ;)
That's possible. The weekend is starting to get a bit thick but it looks like I'll have to be at the shop for a bit anyway.
Let's deal with it later then. I'm thinking this is going to be a pretty time intensive project, and don't want to burn any more of your Saturdays with my vehices than I aready have. Still planning on riding out to Brents for breakfast though.
No worries. The weekend after Christmas should be just fine. I don't mind doing lots of work, not ever. The after work ride and beers always seem better then.
Question for all of you...
I'm looking at a '08 675 SE (w/ ~4600miles)....anything I should look out for? (mechanical, electrical, etc...)
this is it...
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/1491087974.html (http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/1491087974.html)
Thanks!
Oh... I wouldn't know anything about those bikes. ;)
That's actually a screaming deal on that bike assuming it has been taken care of and has not been down. Thousand less than I got for mine, and with fewer miles on it. Not to mention, the PitBull stand is stupid nice!
Took a look at the bike today and well...the bike looks solid but there were things that needed to be fixed...the bike was dropped and the brake lever was slightly bent (no other damage), the fender eliminator was broken, and the wiring looked a mess...but other than that not bad...
Brent's this morning, installed the Ex-box this afternoon. Decided not to use the header paint on it. Sounds great!
COOL! Can't wait to see/hear it. I would have offered to give you a hand if I had known you were going to fit it today.
Overall, the install went pretty smoothly, since I had to invent my own instructions. all the included literature was in italian, and I lack the translation skills. Easy R&R overall. only had to get frustrated once. Working in flip flops = bad idea. stepped on my 6mm hex socket and it went right through my shoe. Missed my foot barely. Need to take off the suppressor in the upper hole.
Well I'm going to check out another bike today...hopefully this one turns out a winner!
Dude, I'm serious. Check out BP's 1098.
Being that I just got out of bed and that all the roads over here are shiny wet I'm going to pass on riding this morning. Hungover wuss that I am.
Took rear fender, beer tray, license plate holder, license plate light out...Will start sanding to paint with rattle can flat black...
License plate light, will be replaced by led unit...
let's see...
yesterday: go to Dr, eat some brekkie, beat MW2, watch impromptu studio session in marc's living room (which, ftr was pretty freakin' cool)
today, shower, brekkie, and top gear
making soup tonight
Drinking cheap wine to pass the rainy afternoon...
Took a look at said bike and a no go...it's a theft recovery and shows it but that wasn't disclosed until I got there...sent BP a pm...what was holding me back is the fact that I really don't want to spend more than $10K (unless it's something REALLY nice)...and the prices I have been quoted to ship from the mainland are outrageous...boo Hawaii's limited used bike market....
Still sick like proverbial dog. Got up at like 7, then went back to sleep from around 8-10.
The last hour was spent listening to the Cure and starting on making homemade bacon.
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 20, 2009, 01:11:23 PM
and the prices I have been quoted to ship from the mainland are outrageous...boo Hawaii's limited used bike market....
What do you consider outrageous? It only costs $625 to ship a bike here from San Diego with Pasha. Maybe something could get worked out with BP regarding moving the bike to National City for you if you end up buying it.
Quote from: elTristo on December 20, 2009, 02:02:06 PM
The last hour was spent listening to the Cure and starting on making homemade bacon.
Beeker bacon?
What the hell...I was quoted $1400!
From where to where?
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 20, 2009, 02:31:30 PM
Beeker bacon?
No, I figured I'd experiment on some piggy first. Maybe next time if it works out.
I want in! ;)
Quote from: Darkmonster620 formerly M620D on December 20, 2009, 10:30:41 AM
Drinking cheap wine to pass the rainy afternoon...
:'(
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 20, 2009, 02:31:30 PM
Beeker bacon?
speedbump certainly isn't on the lean side, i imagine he'd make good bacon.
crap. my chinese is showing [cheeky]
soup was good, btw! It's scary when things turn out, because ppl might think I know what I'm doing, and we can't have that
Glad to hear the soup worked out. I'm hoping for the best with the various pork products. The braise has been going for about 16 hours and smells awesome. The cure is, well, salty and gunky looking. But I think that's normal. [popcorn]
nice [thumbsup]
hell, I already want to make it again! I do still have some leftover cheese...
fighting to stay awake after a loco moco.
Just found out that the Monster is going to be sidelined for at least another month (backorder date for fuel-pump/flange assembly is 20 Jan.)...
:'(
Maybe I should buy a scooter (maybe I would have better luck with that...) or maybe I should jump on this AWESOME deal...
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/1519994447.html (http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/mcy/1519994447.html) [roll]
That made my day...
went to Lowes, Home Depot and Costco today...no joy... :(
Well,
it seems i'mteh black sheep of the community...
these new laws going in effect all over the world, stating that you cannot hit, shout or reprimend a minor...firecrackers up to 2200h monday thru monday... plus the shouting...need my rest, wake up at 0430h everyday to walk the dog, make breakfast and head pit to work...is it too much to ask a little peace and quiet at least on saturday night?...
where's the education 'we're' giving these kids who have no idea how to clean their gluteus major after doing potty?...that only know wi or ps3 or psp or whatever game is the big fad?
am i asking too much?
just a little peace and quiet...need my rest ...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 formerly M620D on December 21, 2009, 03:48:21 PM
just a little peace and quiet...need my rest ...
I understand that one. Ear plugs and air conditioning, working in harmony, does the job for me. Generally.
Braised pork belly was disappointing. It overcooked slightly and dried out, so it had to be served in the broth. Here's hoping the bacon turns out...
it should be legal to beat your kids.
it's not like we all turned out to be rapists or drug addicts, or whatever. [roll]
today saw my return to light duty, since I am incapable of behaving on my own...
just spent some time and money over at thinkgeek.com
I heart their stuff :)
Language test, looked at eBay for fuel pumps, all in all waste of a day...might go to SS Waipahu and check their bikes out...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 22, 2009, 03:40:08 PM
Language test, looked at eBay for fuel pumps,
Why don't you visit ca-cycleworks....
I did and bought one, but apparently it's an electrical fault within the flange itself not in the pump...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 22, 2009, 04:06:42 PM
I did and bought one, but apparently it's an electrical fault within the flange itself not in the pump...
do you have a battery tender?...if yes, please try the following:
take the whole assy and connect the pump only leads to the battery tender, for a very short time, feeed the pump with voltage, if the pump works then follow the wires going to the pump, try to disconnect them if they're part of a loom and do the same procedure if pump works, cabling is OK, now plug everything back and take the fuel pump fuse out...test for continuity with multimeter/voltmeter, if it beeps it's OK...Check the relay....if when ign switch on ON position no humming, try to listen for the relay to "click" if no click is heard, get new relay...but, inspect wiring under relay...
Now if you don't want to do it, send the bike to me to Panama and I'll do it...Just send a full bottle of Johnny Walker Blue Label with the bike...
I really would but it's already at the shop...with the price of Ducati parts it might be the same as sending it to Panama [laugh]
I checked all the wiring, relays, battery, and plugs....now it's in Will's capable hands..
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 22, 2009, 04:28:46 PM
I really would but it's already at the shop...with the price of Ducati parts it might be the same as sending it to Panama [laugh]
I checked all the wiring, relays, battery, and plugs....now it's in Will's capable hands..
Ok, ...then if you did everything described above, then, Will will have to do his magic and find the electrical gremlin...
Merry Xmas!!!
got a taste of what it's like to work in a cube farm
and, hopefully, a foot in the door
PT
garlic chicken
and single malt
Same here in Wahiawa. Damn kids and their skateboards....Humbug. "Intrusive Memories" are a pregnant dog.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 formerly M620D on December 21, 2009, 03:48:21 PM
Well,
it seems i'mteh black sheep of the community...
these new laws going in effect all over the world, stating that you cannot hit, shout or reprimend a minor...firecrackers up to 2200h monday thru monday... plus the shouting...need my rest, wake up at 0430h everyday to walk the dog, make breakfast and head pit to work...is it too much to ask a little peace and quiet at least on saturday night?...
where's the education 'we're' giving these kids who have no idea how to clean their gluteus major after doing potty?...that only know wi or ps3 or psp or whatever game is the big fad?
am i asking too much?
just a little peace and quiet...need my rest ...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 23, 2009, 08:00:07 PM
got a taste of what it's like to work in a cube farm
and, hopefully, a foot in the door
Care to elaborate?
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 23, 2009, 11:45:19 PM
Care to elaborate?
finally working on that project for special tooling on the design side of the house. but I don't want to get my hopes up or jinx anything, so...
let's see... today so far, sleep in a lil, still loopy on meds, and get to work both jobs. w00t. oh, and found out I made step 4. so that's kind of nice, I guess.
will be picking up a game or two after work, oh, and kitty litter.
kitty litter! w00t! [bow_down]
Took the SC down to Will yesterday to see why the light came on.
Need to run a few errands in a bit and get more booze.
Quick ride from my place to 13 turns and Norfolk and back...ran into a fellow autocrosser on his Buell 1125 at 13 turns, he was looking for Norfolk so I showed him the way... ;D
Stopped at the lookout at Waimea & watched the big surf until the bacon-pregnant dog came & jacked me for being in no parking.
Me: I'm not parked, I'm just standing here watching the surf.
Bacon pregnant dog: What's that thing between your leg's?
Me: Oh that, that's my wheelchair.
Bacon pregnant dog: Show me a handicap sticker & you can stay.
Me: Sheesh - Merry Christmas to you too.
Drove through the sand at Lani's where the waves were over the road last night. Snake road and home by 09:00. All wet roads just a slippin' and a slidin'.
Helped my son with the suspension on his car today, nothing like rolling around on the carport floor under a car on jackstands for a few hours... ;D
Yesterday: Got the O2 eliminators put on the SD with Rick. WHAT a difference that made!!!
Thanks Rick! [thumbsup]
I should have ridden that bike from the get-go just so I could compare the differences. Considering that I would still characterize the throttle response as somewhat twitchy I can't imagine what it used to be like. I'd like to get a ride on a Streetfighter just to compare the two. I'll be getting a ride on another Superduke later today or next weekend. The guy that has that one says it has pipes and a remap but that it doesn't act at all like how I describe Ben's bike. However he also has a modified for the street supermotard racer which has an almost all or nothing throttle that makes Ben's bike seem tame.
Quote from: mac900 on December 27, 2009, 10:08:02 AM
I should have ridden that bike from the get-go just so I could compare the differences. Considering that I would still characterize the throttle response as somewhat twitchy I can't imagine what it used to be like. I'd like to get a ride on a Streetfighter just to compare the two. I'll be getting a ride on another Superduke later today or next weekend. The guy that has that one says it has pipes and a remap but that it doesn't act at all like how I describe Ben's bike. However he also has a modified for the street supermotard racer which has an almost all or nothing throttle that makes Ben's bike seem tame.
just went by your house, now off to Jamba Juice. Who's SD is it? I'd be curious to see what pipes/map he has on it...
Early ride to Haleiwa and back via snake road, Kunia road and coffee at my daughter's house in West Loch...
Made breakfast, washed work uniform, washed car, started bike to try and reset TFI controller[think I did it], sanded rear fender and started sanding chrome head light bezel...
Had 3 Heinikens that a friend brought over and then some Chilean red wine with spaghetti...
Now going to McDs to get wife a salad...
Have a nice week everyone...!!!!!
slept in and now it's time for brekkie.
I do suppose that technically speaking, I beat ODST today... [roll]
Quote from: Gene V on December 26, 2009, 07:21:00 PM
Helped my son with the suspension on his car today, nothing like rolling around on the carport floor under a car on jackstands for a few hours... ;D
Something very peaceful about lying down under a car. I actually fell asleep and took a nap there after changing the guibo.
bought tires, PT session, called oceanic to setup my internets...
gotta shop for routers now
Quote from: teddy037.2 on December 28, 2009, 04:10:59 PM
gotta shop for routers now
Shame, I just gave away an older wireless router.
indeedy. I don't think I have any more sitting around, but i'll take a gander.
Other than finding out that 3 reservoirs I ordered for the Monster will not fit, I ordered more parts for it...finally ordered the CW fender eliminator, LED turn-signals (front & back), headlight bracket (so I can lower the gauges and headlight), and I still have the new exhaust and belly-pan waiting to be installed...So definitely will have a busy weekend whenever I get the bike back...
...and hopefully I can get new (to me) wheels the first week of Jan
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on December 28, 2009, 06:47:27 PM
Other than finding out that 3 reservoirs I ordered for the Monster will not fit, I ordered more parts for it...finally ordered the CW fender eliminator, LED turn-signals (front & back), headlight bracket (so I can lower the gauges and headlight), and I still have the new exhaust and belly-pan waiting to be installed...So definitely will have a busy weekend whenever I get the bike back...
...and hopefully I can get new (to me) wheels the first week of Jan
I saw the reservoirs over on the other thread...if they will work on my SC, I might just take them off your hands!
They should. I would have offered to buy them, but I would want to put the black ones on mine...
Black ones?! Who makes these things??
Rizoma makes them in black. I think STM might as well.
Actually these are the Rizomas and I ordered them in black since I wanted for them to match my bike, if I'm not able to change the order before it is shipped out one of you guys is more than welcome to buy them...
Here's the links so you guys can see them and where I got them from...
I ordered 2 medium
http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/CT025/Clutch-Brakes/CT025.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/CT025/Clutch-Brakes/CT025.html)
and 1 small
http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/CT025/Clutch-Brakes/CT025.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/CT025/Clutch-Brakes/CT025.html)
If you guys are really interested I'll let you know what happens...
I'm especially interested if they are the black ones! Let me know
The stuff was shipped out already so according to the UPS tracker they are supposed to get here tomorrow...When they get here you are more than welcome to check them out!
Im there! [thumbsup]
last night was homemade bacon for BLT :)
and the requisite zombie-slaying
well well teddy, last night i [deep]fried some chicken livers and sauted onions and green and red peppers on some left over bacon fat from a previous dish i cooked for my lunch today...
today, went to work, busted my chops for 9 hours[skipped lunch] and now, sitting here, having a cold Balboa[local pilsner beer] and some left over chicken liver freshly deep fried...
Most of the stuff I have been ordering got here today (except the fuel pump or the u bracket...)
Here's are some pix of the reservoirs if anyone is interested, all brand new still in shrink wrap...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4022/4229705581_3fed1288db.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4060/4229706929_4b9842ba1e.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4041/4229708701_bbd681096f.jpg)
PM'ed ya!
Ordered a set of these in titanium today from MotoWheels...
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xboolz_akrapovic-ducati-streetfighter-db-o_auto (http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xboolz_akrapovic-ducati-streetfighter-db-o_auto)
^ :o
Nice belated Christmas gift.
Quote from: DesmoBoob on December 31, 2009, 12:20:14 PM
^ :o
Nice belated Christmas gift.
Yup, from me to me, 'cause I been a good boy... ;D
Wow! [bow_down]
Hey guys,
To all......
HAPPY NEW YEAR....
To the guys in HI, when you start celebrating I should already be under the table moving towards my bedroom upstairs...
Have a good one!!!
Quote from: Gene V on December 31, 2009, 10:51:29 AM
Ordered a set of these in titanium today from MotoWheels...
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xboolz_akrapovic-ducati-streetfighter-db-o_auto (http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xboolz_akrapovic-ducati-streetfighter-db-o_auto)
Outstanding!! Now Ben & I won't be the only ones getting the evil eye. [evil] [laugh]
caught the 3rd/OT of the winter classic, now watching the rose bowl...
feelin' like taco bell, for some strange reason
Dropped of fuel pump off at SS and was able to catch a glimpse of the monster with the clip-ons installed...
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2697/4238750507_95a4fe99c2.jpg)
All I can say is awesome...although now I don't feel like the bottom triple matches too well (so now I got to find the matching Rizoma lower triple) and it looks like the gauges sit too high (I bought an extra headlight bracket and will lower the gauges)...
Time to go scour the internets for more parts!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 02, 2010, 05:32:25 PM
Dropped of fuel pump off at SS and was able to catch a glimpse of the monster with the clip-ons installed...
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2697/4238750507_95a4fe99c2.jpg)
All I can say is awesome...although now I don't feel like the bottom triple matches too well (so now I got to find the matching Rizoma lower triple) and it looks like the gauges sit too high (I bought an extra headlight bracket and will lower the gauges)...
Time to go scour the internets for more parts!
Nice...
More renovation - tore out the downstairs bathroom yesterday, started mudding the holes today. Flooring still to come out, and have to finish putting the kitchen back together. Long weekend projects! Yay!
Shoveled a ton of snow two days in a row >:(
Quote from: Aflac on January 03, 2010, 01:23:24 PM
Shoveled a ton of snow two days in a row >:(
Here in Hawaii? That's quite an accomplishment!
No just threw that in to show you guys your freakin lucky to be able to ride year around....
;D
So since I will not be spending a grand on a fuel pump, I figure I should buy new wheels...now I was considering buying these...
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2446/4085712049_3c5be7e1cc.jpg)
but came across these...
(http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/ALP1_large.jpg)
What do you guys think?
I'd go with the Alpina hoops if it was my choice. The five spokes are nice, but much more common than spokes on a 696. Plus, you can probably get custom colors on the Alpina depending on who you order them from.
yesterday had me vacuuming, assembling storage, changing gaskets and getting water out of the carpet [roll]
then beer and somewhere in the ballpark of 2800 slain zombies ;D
more beer and pizza
more beer
and forgetting that is was sunday and that I was supposed to go to work in the morning.
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 03, 2010, 08:53:14 PM
So since I will not be spending a grand on a fuel pump, I figure I should buy new wheels...now I was considering buying these...
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2446/4085712049_3c5be7e1cc.jpg)
out the back of a truck!!!!!
Quotebut came across these...
(http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/ALP1_large.jpg)
What do you guys think?
i'm taking donations for my m620....
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 04, 2010, 10:49:46 AM
yesterday had me vacuuming, assembling storage, changing gaskets and getting water out of the carpet [roll]
then beer and somewhere in the ballpark of 2800 slain zombies ;D
more beer and pizza
more beer
and forgetting that is was sunday and that I was supposed to go to work in the morning.
teddy, don't remember seeing you in my place...2much [drink]
gasket fix didn't work. more water in carpet.
I fail at repair.
Bought the CycleCat rear-sets from the MotoWheels Monster part-out...
new bling for the desk:
(http://site.despair.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/worthtee1.jpg)
only, I forgot it, so it goes up tomorrow.
playing mill pregnant dog today, fixing a mis-machined part, as usual...
bought a jug of Silkolene 15W50 for the SF this morning...expensive sh*t...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 05, 2010, 11:17:57 AM
playing mill pregnant dog today, fixing a mis-machined part, as usual...
Well, if you'd do it right the first time... ;)
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 05, 2010, 09:18:10 AM
Bought the CycleCat rear-sets from the MotoWheels Monster part-out...
I SOOOOOOO wanted those. Oh sweet jeezus on a vienna sausage I wanted those. Why do I allow my sensible side to ever say anything?
So I picked up the bike today and now I got a bunch of parts to put on (belly pan, signals, exhaust, fender eliminator, etc...)
I am giddy with excitement...also ordered a carbon fiber "shorty" rear hugger...and I got the extra headlight bracket in the mail (to see if I can lower the headlight/gauges)...
So exciting...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 05, 2010, 11:17:57 AM
new bling for the desk:
(http://site.despair.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/worthtee1.jpg)
only, I forgot it, so it goes up tomorrow.
playing mill pregnant dog today, fixing a mis-machined part, as usual...
+1
Corollary ------ Importance plus necessary does not have to equal worth. (As some others of us also find out) -- T'would be a grand world if there was no suckiness.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 06, 2010, 06:25:56 AM
:D
As if using a dremel is in any way related to my profession. :p
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 06, 2010, 09:47:41 AM
As if using a dremel is in any way related to my profession. :p
and it's a good thing it isn't
oh you crazy kids [coffee]
added:
Finally got to the end of the safety dance. And to think, it only took like three months.
Safety Dance- Men Without Hats (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcOZ6xFxJqg#normal)
Lowered gauges and headlight...that was a little more complicated than I thought but I got through it. Completed the tail chop and it came out pretty nice if I say so myself. Also started replacing the turn signals but still have all the wiring to do, hopefully can finish that tomorrow. Started on the exhaust but I figure I'll just put that on hold until the rearsets get here (don't feel like doing that twice since they'll get here Friday plus I have to figure out how to disassemble the brake/gear pedals...)
Quote from: elTristo on January 06, 2010, 02:54:16 PM
oh you crazy kids [coffee]
added:
Finally got to the end of the safety dance. And to think, it only took like three months.
what trick did you pull to pass?
and more importantly, when do you want to wine?
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 06, 2010, 10:29:19 PM
...plus I have to figure out how to disassemble the brake/gear pedals...
the only tricky bit is the rear brake sensor... don't recall of the top of my head, but it's thin and a special kind of hex, normal wrench can crush it.
Installed the Fatbars that I got for Christmas...
Got a package in the mail...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 07, 2010, 12:06:36 AM
what trick did you pull to pass?
and more importantly, when do you want to wine?
Friday afternoon/evening?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 07, 2010, 04:18:40 PM
Got a package in the mail...
I know how much you heart the male package...
;D
Got a new tattoo....
So today was kinda fruitful...finished wiring and put finishing touches on stuff...
Here's a picture of the bike 90% done...with the clip-ons installed, I finished lowering the gauges/headlight, installed new Oberon turn-signals all around, belly pan installed, tail chopped...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4065/4255267585_c0c7dcb86c.jpg)
From the top...
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2767/4255320313_e57266707c.jpg)
Here's my awesome wiring job plus pix of the blinkers from the front and back...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4009/4256030630_4b372b2e2f.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4024/4255267923_1309f36705.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4046/4255267271_f9497b292c.jpg)
Now all I need to do is install the exhaust and rear-sets, once the rear-sets get here (according to UPS website tomorrow)...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4002/4255268623_00410aefcf.jpg)
And I'm all set...well until the rear hugger gets here next week...
(http://www.monsterparts.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/ZU-C002HDM_large.jpg)
...and maybe this weekend I'll pull the trigger and buy the Alpina wheels
And here's a picture of the wife's bike with the new FMF exhaust...
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2769/4255269005_e4b330f416.jpg)
Now it sounds less like a scooter and more like a bigger scooter...
It all looks real good except for the brake & clutch lines coming out of the master cylinders. That looks wrong to me. Too many hard angles.
You're bringing that thing out this weekend, right Mike?
I'll do my best to get all the wrenching done by Saturday and be out riding by Sunday...I'll also take a look at the lines tomorrow...
(http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs194.snc3/20170_245564129039_500079039_3110524_4006094_n.jpg)
First flight lesson this afternoon. Seriously considering getting my private pilot license.
cool... [thumbsup]
trip to the doctor, new tires on the whip, new modem, router, xbox live at home
So the rear-sets just got here and I have no idea how to install them...no instructions and a bunch of little parts...
HELP!!!!!111!!!ELEVEN!!!
Shifter...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4257874361_7ce26012e8.jpg)
Brake...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4002/4257872683_d82fe002e6.jpg)
Little thingies...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4257876389_1f4544ced2.jpg)
It's a test!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 08, 2010, 06:32:31 PM
Shifter...
Brake...
Little thingies...
Dayum that is purdy. [thumbsup]
It's the little thingies in life that collectively make the world go round.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 07, 2010, 04:18:40 PM
Got a package in the mail...
Teddy's the only one that bites. Don't you just hate that? ;D
Well the clutch side is not too bad most stuff lines up...but the brake side is being a major pregnant dog!!!!! Nothing lines up the exhaust refuses to go on and line up, the way it's routed, it doesn't leave any room for the rear reservoir to fit, ditto for the rear-set, and the plastic side cover thingy.... [bang]
Problems so far:
-rear reservoir (tranny fluid?) more than likely need to be relocated...
-ditto for the rear brake master cylinder...which also means I have to get a longer hose for the reservoir...
-figure out a way to fit the brake side plastic cover, or fab/buy something to cover that....
-Need to either find or fab spacers for a bunch of $h!t plus find correct size/length/thread bolts...
-figure out a way to fit the brake side exhaust...
-figure out how the brake side actually goes together
-finish the clutch side plus adjust...
-and a bunch of other stuff I'm sure I'm forgetting...
-and do yard work....
I'm starting to think I might have bit more than I can chew...
It's late I'm tired and going to bed...will give an update tomorrow and post some pix...
the rear master bolts to the engine at the bottom, 916 style, stock tubing should be long enough to work, I didn't have to relocate the reservoir
the shifter lever is kind of picky as well in order to have travel up and down to get through gears.
hit me up in the AM if you want visual aids/help, I can prolly meet up.
:edit: also noticed you have the long rearsets, is it interfering with the mid-pipe for your exhaust?
Quote from: mac900 on January 08, 2010, 09:07:59 PM
Teddy's the only one that bites. Don't you just hate that? ;D
???
wtf, eh?
Quote from: mac900 on January 08, 2010, 09:07:59 PM
Teddy's the only one that bites. Don't you just hate that? ;D
Not bothered. I'm happy with what I got. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 08, 2010, 11:55:32 PM
Not bothered. I'm happy with what I got. [thumbsup]
I am still confused. what do the two of you think I did?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 09, 2010, 07:13:02 AM
I am still confused. what do the two of you think I did?
Oh, I have no idea. I just decided to go with it. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 09, 2010, 07:18:18 AM
Oh, I have no idea. I just decided to go with it. ;)
could be mac's age is showing?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 09, 2010, 07:33:15 AM
could be mac's age is showing?
When you get to be my age it always shows. [roll]
anyhoo... it's time for some brekkie, so I'm out
Just got up...time to figure out this beast....
Teddy PM sent....
went out with the wife, she bought shelfs i bought epoxy glue...i had baconator for lunch ..now, to find the license plate light lens...anyone has one lying around that can donate?
Started the day with breakfast at Cinnamon's. Nothing to shout about which is why Gloria and I went to Brent's all these years. Now....... I guess we have to make do. Then off to the shop for shop chores and I helped Frederick with a leaking fuel line on the old Monster. Haircut. Paid a visit to South Seas to special order parts and then home for a bike ride. The goal was to pedal at least 40 miles but I got just a tad late start and then flatted on the way up the Mokapu hill road to Kaneohe. That was just before sunset. Got a new tube in and found the glass shard that caused the whole mess. Cop stopped to see if I was good. [leo] That was nice. Made it home after dark with a few tenths shy of 33 miles. I'll call that good. Now enjoying the first Bitburger. [beer]
Well, the bike is all done thanks to Teddy...actually let me switch that and say because of Teddy the bike is done! [bow_down] All I did was stand around handing him tools...Once he did all the hard stuff, all that was left was to button up all the small stuff. The only thing left now is to find a rear brake hose (apparently no one in all of Hawaii carries it...Teddy and I went all across the island and found none...)
Once again thank you Teddy and I definitely owe you a couple of beers!
Pix...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4261079985_d5c7cac3f5.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2718/4261833154_c14270ae11.jpg)
I know, I know I need to wash the bike...now all I need to do is wrap the exhaust....
Teddy been around the block a couple of times with rear sets. [thumbsup]
Broke down and finally ordered the Roof helmet I've been lusting after:
(http://www.magik-moto.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/5e06319eda06f020e43594a9c230972d/r/o/roof-boxer-v8-noir-mat-s3.jpg)
^^^Sassy!^^^
Quote from: Darkmonster620 aka M620D on January 09, 2010, 10:09:42 AM
..now, to find the license plate light lens...anyone has one lying around that can donate?
I gots one, shoot me a PM
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 09, 2010, 08:48:03 PM
The only thing left now is to find a rear brake hose (apparently no one in all of Hawaii carries it...Teddy and I went all across the island and found none...)
that
was an adventure, eh? [laugh]
filed three trouble calls today...
perhaps computers don't like being so close to the water. I can only hope that the screen on the monarch is not the fanuc ver. of BSOD
Got the shorty rear hugger in the mail today and plan to put it on some time tomorrow plus I'll probably put on the front fender I bought from Teddy months ago...and thanks to work I will not be able to buy the brake hose or tires til Saturday...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 11, 2010, 11:26:26 AM
filed three trouble calls today...
perhaps computers don't like being so close to the water. I can only hope that the screen on the monarch is not the fanuc ver. of BSOD
so apparently, the other programmer has decided to ignore my post-it ON THE make the beast with two backsING THING to leave the machine alone for the maint. guys to check out.
whatever.
I hate this place. [roll]
Started down the road of self flagellation and certain punishment again with a certain two wheeled machine.
Came home from overnight watch. Waiting for the plumber.
and today light duty goes out the window for an urgent job!
hooray!
and I get to kick it old school style... it's been ages since I've had to proof any substantial amount of code
saw the chiropractor again
tweaked the positioning of the new Fatbars on the SF today...went for ride to the N. Shore and back...got it just about perfect, bike is easier to control and throttle easier to modulate... ;D
Received a package from Wisconsin via Brown today, it says AKRAPOVIC on the box... ;D
Yahoo!
SWEET!! Can't wait to see/hear them. What are you going to do about fueling?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 12, 2010, 10:32:05 PM
SWEET!! Can't wait to see/hear them. What are you going to do about fueling?
They're only slip-ons and I'll run them with the db killers for the time being, so I should be okay...
Changed oil in the SF today...and oh yeah, installed those items that came in the Akrapovic box yesterday... ;D
(http://i45.tinypic.com/14e49hi.jpg)
(http://i46.tinypic.com/2h6de86.jpg)
Those things look awesome! :D ....Today I got a new front tire, bought the brake hose an bled the rear brake, and ended up buying the five spoke rims...and I bought "Total Control" by Lee Parks...
SWEET Gene!! How do those bad boys sound?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2010, 05:50:17 PM
SWEET Gene!! How do those bad boys sound?
Kinda mellow...louder than stock, but not super loud...just right for an old guy... ;D
Just wait until I sneak 'round and pull those baffles out. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2010, 05:56:26 PM
Just wait until I sneak 'round and pull those baffles out. [evil]
[laugh] [laugh]
Nice! I like how the color of the cans match with the fork/clutch cover/pipes colors. Good choice.
mmm, low mount shotguns are tasty
so yesterday was brilliant. got a rather snarky "thank you for your help today" from the boss.
I guess that makes it all ok that light duty (just like my job description) goes out the window because someone else has a barstock up their ass and shit needs to get done. [roll]
i'm sure today will be more of the same.
"no, sir. I like going back on my pain killers full time. who needs to get better when there are drugs?"
Cut down 3 banana trees today. With a little hand saw. Now covered with banana tree sap, which is more like banana juice.
Discovered that banana trees are extremely soft.
Good thing it wasn't kiawe or somethin.
Quote from: DesmoBoob on January 15, 2010, 01:41:07 PM
Cut down 3 banana trees today. With a little hand saw. Now covered with banana tree sap, which is more like banana juice.
Discovered that banana trees are extremely soft.
Good thing it wasn't kiawe or somethin.
I hope you weren't wearing your favorite Ducati t-shirt during the task, 'cause if you've got that banana tree sap on it, it ain't coming out...it'll look like dried blood after the garment is laundered...:'(...and if it's in your hair, well, good luck...
Climbed Kokohead had a few beers at the top and now to do some yard work...
took wife's car's crankcase down to get it weld... hit a curd and broke, me was too drunk to drive didn't notice untill this morning so, to pass the hangover i was doing some mechanical work...took the opportunity to replace horn with dual horns...now, all is done, tomorrow morning, fill with oil and start...head still hurts, body still aches...
late last night:
chopped up remains of 3 banana trees and stuffed them into garbage bags
today:
locksmith
battery bill's
battery bracket bolt frozen (SHIT!) so carried new battery home in backpack
missed what would probably be my last organized motorcycle ride because of the damn battery
domestic stuff
went to tnt for home tint estimate (to be continued)
home depot
moved stuff to new house
domestic stuff
killed some sporangia
beer
Did you find a buyer for the 999?
on my way to work... quarterly inventory time.
[coffee]
Yesterday: drove the fam around
Today: drive the fam around
Maybe tomorrow I'll drive the ol' fam-damily around...
Quote from: elTristo on January 17, 2010, 06:48:39 AM
Yesterday: drove the fam around
Today: drive the fam around
Maybe tomorrow I'll drive the ol' fam-damily around...
Variety is the spice of life, right?
And yesterday? Helped Rick do some stuff.
installed dual horns...louuuuud....
Great ride today guys!! I went onto schofield to check and see if KoleKole was open, and Trey was right; only on weekdays. :( After that I went and did a second run at Tantalus, but starting on the Makiki side.
And after talking with Gene, look what else is on the island...
Ducati Streetfighter with Remus Exhaust (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNYDv5fUoR4#normal)
That was indeed a great ride, best one so far for me... ;D
It really as a good ride...I figure the more I ride with you guys the better I'll get...
or the faster I'll crash!!! [laugh]
I concur. Definitely made up for last week's rain. Ride, eat, nap... So far a perfect Sunday.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 17, 2010, 03:21:03 PM
And after talking with Gene, look what else is on the island...
Ducati Streetfighter with Remus Exhaust (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNYDv5fUoR4#normal)
Here's a still pic that shows the exhaust better, along with a bunch of other goodies on this bike...
http://www.ducati.ms/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=61346&d=1263603658 (http://www.ducati.ms/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=61346&d=1263603658)
oooo, thats Purdy!
Quote from: Brutale on January 18, 2010, 10:04:31 AM
oooo, thats Purdy!
Yep, SF with Ohlins, BSTs and a full Remus kit. Trying to get this guy out to ride the damn thing, as it has been unloved!
That bike is here on the island and we haven't seen it?!?!!
Quote from: mac900 on January 18, 2010, 08:12:44 PM
That bike is here on the island and we haven't seen it?!?!!
Quote from the owner on ducati.ms...
i rode the bike 97 miles when i picked it up from the dealer. parts were on order. i haven't ridden it since day one. just modded it. the wait for the exhaust was over 2 months. in the mean time i threw bst wheels on her, and ohlins suspension. time to ride her now.He has a helluva lot more will power than me...hopefully we'll see it soon...;D
wow. lazy AND cash to burn. sign me up!
Quote from: Gene V on January 18, 2010, 08:32:42 PM
Quote from the owner on ducati.ms...
i rode the bike 97 miles when i picked it up from the dealer. parts were on order. i haven't ridden it since day one. just modded it. the wait for the exhaust was over 2 months. in the mean time i threw bst wheels on her, and ohlins suspension. time to ride her now.
He has a helluva lot more will power than me...hopefully we'll see it soon...;D
Yea, I have been trying to shoot down his excuses about not riding the thing over at MS. Maybe we can get him out to one of the rides soon.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 17, 2010, 02:53:00 AM
Did you find a buyer for the 999?
Short answer: no
Qualified answer: no, but I haven't actually advertised to the masses yet
The old friend who was supposedly interested turned out to be a red herring; he was referred to me by another friend, who was actually clueless about the true state of things. [roll]
We are in the midst of selling the house and moving. So I have no time to sell the bike at the moment (which could be a blessing in disguise short term). I am determined to have at least one good ride before advertising it. The only real "riding" I've done lately has been running
errands. :-\
time to shut my brain off.
happy tuesday.
Quote from: DesmoBoob on January 19, 2010, 12:38:28 AM
Short answer: no
Qualified answer: no, but I haven't actually advertised to the masses yet
What are the details on it? Year? Milage? Mods? How much do you think you would want for it?
Depending on a few things, I might end up letting one of my bikes go in order to get another sbk... :-\
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 19, 2010, 07:25:46 AM
What are the details on it? Year? Milage? Mods? How much do you think you would want for it?
Depending on a few things, I might end up letting one of my bikes go in order to get another sbk... :-\
you
are
insane
;D
Not really. The SC has a pretty brutal riding position, especially with the zero rise clip ons, that is really felt since my back got all jacked up. The 999 was much more comfortable! I was just have to see what parts could make a clean swap over to either the SD or a 999/1098.
Siting in court bored out of my mind (boo court...yay iPhone!)...hopefully today the last straggler parts for the bike come in and then all that is left is the wheels...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 19, 2010, 09:53:13 AM
Not really. The SC has a pretty brutal riding position, especially with the zero rise clip ons, that is really felt since my back got all jacked up. The 999 was much more comfortable! I was just have to see what parts could make a clean swap over to either the SD or a 999/1098.
keep the bike and change the clipons?
wait. that'll make sense...
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 19, 2010, 11:10:11 AM
keep the bike and change the clipons?
wait. that'll make sense...
To do that I would have to get longer throttle cables as well as brake lines, which in and of itself wouldn't be that big of a deal, but it still wouldn't be as comfy as a 999 due to the LONG reach to the controls. And, I have to say that the SD screwed me with the hit of that 4v motor.
Doesn't really matter at this point anyhow, as it's all just an exercise in applied theory. ;)
top triple from monster or GT1000.
ape.
hangers.
FTW!!!
I think you got into Mike's brownies... ;D
lol
nah, he just likes to buy me sammiches
Speaking of buying people sandwiches and special brownies...what do you guys think would work out better buying a DP High flow air filter and DP ecu (would it work with my cans) for about $500 or just buy a power commander?
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 19, 2010, 04:18:43 PM
Speaking of buying people sandwiches and special brownies...what do you guys think would work out better buying a DP High flow air filter and DP ecu (would it work with my cans) for about $500 or just buy a power commander?
why not both...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 aka M620D on January 19, 2010, 04:23:20 PM
why not both...
because mike's bike is closed loop... DP ECU will be the most straightforward way to go (R-Lo's gone this way as well)
there is much talk about the fat duc O2 manipulatorthingydoo over in A&M, as well. it's worth checking out. IIRC there's a sticky.
So the DP filter and the ECU will work with my exhaust?
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 19, 2010, 04:42:23 PM
So the DP filter and the ECU will work with my exhaust?
it may not be super-fancy-ideal, but it should do the trick. higher flow is higher flow. opening in the intake side (more air, stock fuelling) will necessitate modified fuelling.
also, and don't quote me on this, but I seem to recall reading that the DP ecu also bumps up the redline.
like I said, there's a sticky on closed-loop mods ;)
Great! Thanks I ask because it is a DP Termi Race ECU so I was wondering if it had to be used with Termis...and I'll check out the sticky...
Got calipers. Got pads. Brake lines got ordered today. Doesn't really matter if they make it here by the weekend, or not. Paintwork will take way longer anyway. [coffee]
Quote from: mac900 on January 19, 2010, 08:58:51 PMPaintwork will take way longer anyway. [coffee]
paintwork????????
Purely elective and not in any way a result of any scuffing or scraping. When finished it should be a tasteful variation of a scheme already offered by Ducati.
Tricolore?
Damn Rick, I figured you were going to keep that cat well within the bag. ;)
Mike, make sure that any "used" DP ecu that you buy has not been installed in the bike while using the red key, as that would tie the chip to the dash/key combo and be useless on your machine. Also, Gene is running fat ducs on his SF. Chat with him about how they changed the bike.
Quote from: mac900 on January 20, 2010, 06:22:05 AM
Purely elective and not in any way a result of any scuffing or scraping. When finished it should be a tasteful variation of a scheme already offered by Ducati.
boooo. so it's NOT going to be an ed hardy themed bike?
:'(
oh, and the highlight of my day was accidentally refering to the boss who's technically not my boss as a cock.
on speakerphone.
;D
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 20, 2010, 11:26:24 AM
oh, and the highlight of my day was accidentally refering to the boss who's technically not my boss as a cock.
He drives and Audi?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 20, 2010, 11:26:24 AM
oh, and the highlight of my day was accidentally refering to the boss who's technically not my boss as a cock.
on speakerphone.
;D
That is lovely. Good one!
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 20, 2010, 01:18:06 PM
He drives and Audi?
I have to assume so...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 20, 2010, 08:28:14 AM
Mike, make sure that any "used" DP ecu that you buy has not been installed in the bike while using the red key, as that would tie the chip to the dash/key combo and be useless on your machine.
Yeah, it's a virgin ECU, it has never been installed...and on that note is installation as easy as bolting it on, turning on with red key and I'm on my way or will SS be involved in the madness?
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 20, 2010, 04:44:08 PM
Yeah, it's a virgin ECU, it has never been installed...and on that note is installation as easy as bolting it on, turning on with red key and I'm on my way or will SS be involved in the madness?
I'd let Will do it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 20, 2010, 01:18:06 PM
He drives and Audi?
nope, he's an aircooled guy
but once he made boss, he certainly started acting like an audi driver
oh, and +1 on the let will do it
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 20, 2010, 11:26:24 AM
boooo. so it's NOT going to be an ed hardy themed bike?
:'(
Ah........nope. But it might be interesting to see what he'd do helmet wise.
Quote from: mac900 on January 20, 2010, 09:14:48 PM
Ah........nope. But it might be interesting to see what he'd do helmet wise.
if the don
actually painted a lid, I'd snatch it up in a second.
if audigier brands an ed hardy lid, I'd love to set it on fire.
There was a dude in my MSF advanced course with Ed Hardy lid, jacket and pants!!!! couldn't turn to save his life. one of the "ruff ryders" I believe.
got my boss to apologize to me for 'being breathing on my neck for two weeks...', actually, someone made her do it..jejeje
Quote from: zzilla on January 21, 2010, 10:19:47 AM
There was a dude in my MSF advanced course with Ed Hardy lid, jacket and pants!!!! couldn't turn to save his life. one of the "ruff ryders" I believe.
aw, man. really? :(
Quote from: zzilla on January 21, 2010, 10:19:47 AM
one of the "ruff ryders" I believe.
Dem boys have mad skillz...
halfway through my day.
can't wait to GTFO so I can make with the thai food and wine tasting and hopefully get some dang sleep tonight.
Mmmmm. We did Thai food last night.
Just finished my taxes, came in $620 over the limit to deduct all of my IRA contributions. Still gettin' some monies though. Guess it's time for a VW engine rebuild and a BMW exhaust. Yuck.
elTristo ...way to go
teddy, got the part, started modifying it...I'll post pics when done
Lubed the chain on the SF with the aid of my newly acquired Condor Pit-Stop...the Pit-Stop is a real nice piece...
(http://i50.tinypic.com/c1fr4.jpg)
(http://i47.tinypic.com/10cjmuq.jpg)
Unlike certain SF owner here, I have not received any toys for a while now... :-[ But I did buy 2 Avatar-3D movie tickets with the Fandango special of 2 for 1 deal. Finally going to watch that tomorrow 3:30 pm at ward. Here is the link for the deal in case someone else want to watch it too. http://www.fandango.com/visasignature (http://www.fandango.com/visasignature) (it worked with my regular visa card)
Quote from: sta on January 22, 2010, 05:13:01 PM
Unlike certain SF owner here, I have not received any toys for a while now...
R&G tail tidy came in the mail today... :-*
Quote from: Gene V on January 22, 2010, 03:10:03 PM
Lubed the chain on the SF with the aid of my newly acquired Condor Pit-Stop...
you need a front chock to lube the chain?
crazy 4V's, I'll never understand their complexities... :-\
I also fail at takeout.
but got the epic zombie-slaying win!
and really, isn't that the important part of life?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 23, 2010, 12:27:29 AM
you need a front chock to lube the chain?
crazy 4V's, I'll never understand their complexities... :-\
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 23, 2010, 12:27:29 AM
you need a front chock to lube the chain?
crazy 4V's, I'll never understand their complexities... :-\
Hey! You have to test the wheel chock to see if it works ya know! ;)
Rick, go ride your Seven today and moto with us tomorrow. [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on January 23, 2010, 07:18:22 AM
Hey! You have to test the wheel chock to see if it works ya know! ;)
that's why god invented the burnout [evil]
Quote from: teddy037.2 on January 23, 2010, 12:27:29 AM
you need a front chock to lube the chain?
It makes it easier/safer for me to get the bike off the rear wheel stand... :-*
Anyone feel like making a Tantalus run in just a little bit?
Going to Serg's for Tacos today at lunch.....if anyone wants to join! [thumbsup]
Just did some more suspension tweaking. Going to hit Tantalus to try it out...
That's better.
fitted the newly acquired tail tidy...
Got the DP ECU today (along with the air filter, air box lid, and exhaust plug)...and set an appointment to get it installed Monday, so all in all a good day...
14k ft skydive this morning ;D
sanded fuel tank to take tomorrow to paint shop...found OEM tail light and painted black around...did something else, but, ....forgot... ???
Quote from: zzilla on January 24, 2010, 12:38:06 PM
14k ft skydive this morning ;D
I need to do that again...
for me, today was MRI, lunch with jebus and McWifely, then attempt at taxes, then watch some american football.
stickin' around for pizza then it's time to head on home
Where're you at now? Might be making my way towards Mililani in a bit.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2010, 05:45:47 PM
Where're you at now? Might be making my way towards Mililani in a bit.
at the rents, and more than a 6er in... I won't be doing too much more drinkage from this point. work night tonight :)
if you want to make it up this way tomorrow or tuesday as well, I won't be working nights
You're working tonight? Fujis, or work work?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2010, 05:48:33 PM
You're working tonight? Fujis, or work work?
not working, but already buzzin and spending family time w/the folks
"work night" means I plan on getting up early tomorrow and making it into work
Gotcha.
so like I said, at the very least, I know I don't work at the wine shop both monday and tuesday...
No pics of the jump, they wanted an arm and a leg just for stills
So... Spent a bit more time on a certain red SBK today and I have to admit that each time I ride that thing I come away more and more impressed with it. Took it through snake road (the downhill direction this time) and took a few of the turns a little faster that I had in a while. Have to say that the bike was supremely planted and DAMN were those brakes able to scrub off speed like no ones business. Too bad my BSTs would not fit on one of those... ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2010, 08:54:16 PM
So... Spent a bit more time on a certain red SBK today and I have to admit that each time I ride that thing I come away more and more impressed with it. Took it through snake road (the downhill direction this time) and took a few of the turns a little faster that I had in a while. Have to say that the bike was supremely planted and DAMN were those brakes able to scrub off speed like no ones business. Too bad my BSTs would not fit on one of those... ;)
The front wheel might......maybe?
The front would, but then what would one do with an extra rear? Make a mighty fine coffee table?
well, my boss ain't here... his wife is probably going to haise hell because I'm headed off to help another project
[roll]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2010, 10:09:28 PM
The front would, but then what would one do with an extra rear? Make a mighty fine coffee table?
Sell it! You could find out if there are any more applications for the wheel, other than the SC, from BST or Motowheels. Even if there isn't there is always some rabid SC owner out there that would go for it. ;)
And yes, I'm itchin' to see how the brakes work too.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2010, 10:09:28 PM
The front would, but then what would one do with an extra rear? Make a mighty fine coffee table?
Would it work on my double sided swingarm SC??? Ive got a little money burnin a whole in my pocket....
Quote
for me, today was MRI, lunch with jebus and McWifely, then attempt at taxes, then watch some american football.
stickin' around for pizza then it's time to head on home
So you went and watched football anyway? Ya woulda had more fun with me and Brian....
Quote from: Brutale on January 25, 2010, 12:38:05 PM
Would it work on my double sided swingarm SC??? Ive got a little money burnin a whole in my pocket....
The rear wheel would be a direct fit, as all SCs are double sided swingers with the same spacing. ;)
I just have to decide if I would want to let the bike go...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 25, 2010, 04:05:12 PM
I just have to decide if I would want to let the bike go...
You must be looking at that bridge in your rear view mirror. [popcorn]
lol No, not yet. Still haven't crossed it yet.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 25, 2010, 04:05:12 PM
The rear wheel would be a direct fit, as all SCs are double sided swingers with the same spacing. ;)
I just have to decide if I would want to let the bike go...
Just let me know! [thumbsup]
Friday through yesterday:
House alarm guy, plumber, epoxy guy, move, clean old house, move, Lowe's, Home Depot, move, fix some stuff, break some stuff, move, clean.
I've never eaten so much McDonald's in a week's span.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2010, 10:09:28 PM
The front would, but then what would one do with an extra rear? Make a mighty fine coffee table?
It would make a pregnant dogin' man cave clock.
Quote from: elTristo on January 25, 2010, 03:55:00 PM
So you went and watched football anyway? Ya woulda had more fun with me and Brian....
it was one while I was rasslin' with turbo tax, and I just ended up watching the end of the saints game
Got the bike back today, wasn't really able to flog it but down low the throttle response has improved quite a bit and with the open airbox it's a whole lot louder...weather's crappy so hopefully will be able to take it out on the weekend...also the wheels are supposed to get here this weekend...
Went for a short ride... [moto]...and got wet... >:(
Taxes.
taxes are teh ghey.
can't efile this year, so now I'm waiting on junk in the mail, so I can mail mine in [roll]
snail mail?!?!? What are you from the 80's!?!? ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 29, 2010, 05:21:28 AM
Why not?
I assume it's because of the new mortgage, claiming 1st time buyers credit, who knows.
I tried (I ALWAYS e-file), it wouldn't let me. state AND fed
went to Lowes this morning via snake road to initiate the purchase and install of some laminate flooring...
on the way out of the store the cashier, on the sly, asked me if I was military and if so, told me to ask for the military discount...she stated that they are not supposed they tell anyone, but if you ask for it and can produce a military ID you'll get 10% off your purchase... ;D
Worked, and got VERY frustrated at said work.
Going to Just Tacos tonight...
went to work, the usual, got frustated, couldn't finish two vehicles, wrong parts and 'sorry forgot to order'...then, suddenly, during my lunch hour, 'an emergency needed my attention' so, clocked late from lunch and didn't have lunch...now, the following leads to 'druuuunk thread'...cheers [beer]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 29, 2010, 03:47:27 PM
Worked, and got VERY frustrated at said work.
Going to Just Tacos tonight...
D'oh! I did BWW last night and Hooters for a reenlistment today. I am barred out for the weekend. Sure you wouldn't rather swing by the Hale and watch "It Might Get Loud" over a beer or two?
Might be able to do that. I will be bringing a guest though. What time are you guys (assuming Jen is there as well) going to be shindigging?
And what is BWW?
Buffalo Wild Wings.
We don't have any, umm, food, cause I have had at least 50 wings in the last 20 hours.
At least.
[add]
Oh, and sorry, but strike that. Jen is apparently "not in the mood for guests". That's what I get for being a heartless dip.
[/add]
No worries. We'll probably go by JT's for a bite/margarita first anyhow.
Do you know if Teddy is offering tasting (that sounds really pervy doesn't it?) tonight?
tristo,
do you make your own BBWs or just buy them?
DAMNIT!
What?????
Mrs. Jeebus.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on January 29, 2010, 04:18:52 PM
tristo,
do you make your own BBWs or just buy them?
BBWs? Been watching some
particular porn?
BWW is, to me at least, specific to the restaurant of that name. However, the wiff does make some darned decent wings.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 29, 2010, 04:21:48 PM
DAMNIT!
Yeah, what?
Oh, yeah, that. I think it's a matter of not wanting to clean well enough for someone we don't know. It's fine for the likes if you [cheeky]
Quote from: elTristo on January 29, 2010, 04:31:49 PM
Yeah, what?
Just being a smart/dumb ass.
Consider the guest to be an extension of myself. ;)
Dang! All I did was work my butt off today. And pick up special ordered parts at South Seas and then drop off at paint shop. Now paint work can proceed as nothing has been done to the parts that have been there for the past two weeks. [bang]
Went to SS Waipahu...not a bad turn out overall and pretty fun time...
Quote from: elTristo on January 29, 2010, 04:33:10 PM
Oh, yeah, that. I think it's a matter of not wanting to clean well enough for someone we don't know. It's fine for the likes if you [cheeky]
OIC
[roll]
teddy was not tasting tonight, btw.
the shop teddy works at, otoh, was. as is the case every friday, from 5:00p
and I are drunk, if only out of spite vs. insurance providers [drink]
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on January 29, 2010, 09:19:38 PM
Went to SS Waipahu...not a bad turn out overall and pretty fun time...
i stopped in for a lil bit. wasn't bad at all. the weather cleared up too.
went hiking this morning. i swear, sometimes i think i'm crazy. pouring rain at 9am n our group was heading out. but got some nice waterfall pics.
Quote from: whackie on January 30, 2010, 02:26:24 PM
went hiking this morning.
I need to start doing some of that.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 30, 2010, 09:33:11 PM
I need to start doing some of that.
i went w/ this hiking club. http://htmclub.org/skeds/htms1001.html (http://htmclub.org/skeds/htms1001.html)
hopefully it's not as rainy, but heard a lot of buzz about next week's one.
there was an australian girl at this morning's hike, u guys might like her. maybe upper level college student. seemed like an advance hiker. sry no details, didn't get to talk to her.
Quote from: whackie on January 30, 2010, 10:46:58 PM
there was an australian girl at this morning's hike, u guys might like her.
lol Uhm... Where are you going with this Anne? ;)
bathed the dog, washed the car, had a beer....took a shower, cooked lunch, haven't looked at the bike today, all plastics at paintshop, still.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 31, 2010, 06:52:15 AM
lol Uhm... Where are you going with this Anne? ;)
i'm just saying it's a nice way to meet new ppl! ;D
for the better part of today, i was troubleshooting my sewing machine. learned to use a volt meter, via phone instructions of course. also got to do some laps this afternoon. felt good to be back in the water... except for the guy in the speedo. [puke]
Received notification on my next assignment.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2010, 04:08:44 PM
Received notification on my next assignment.
Holy poopmonkeys!
What's the hap, chap?
Det 8, AF ISR, Bethesda Maryland. [thumbsup]
When does this go down?
Current DEROS is 10 May, and RNLTD is 24 June.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2010, 06:01:50 PM
Current DEROS is 10 May, and RNLTD is 24 June.
english, man!
so let's see...
today I got some free snacks, spent most of the workday loopy on meds, finished up taxy stuff, and now I'm shopping for helmets...
stuck between new XD-3 or closeout '07 RX-7...
Painted some in the family room, went to Lowes and paid for my laminate flooring and the install...
I think DEROS is Date of Expected Rotation Out of Station.
RNLTD is Report Not Later Than Date (that's when he has to be back at work)
Approximately 6 weeks to move his ass out of here and get his shit together in MD. [laugh]
My bad ....... DEROS --- Date Eligible for Return from Overseas (I like my first definition better though)
The interesting twists and turns of life should be pretty interesting over the next three months. [popcorn] [popcorn]
The moving will be the easy part, as the movers come and box my shit up and send it on its way for me. I'll have two extra weeks to clear out of here (Pearl Harbor) and most likely get two weeks to inprocess and house hunt once I get to the new station. And there is also the 58 days of leave I have saved up so far, so some of that could be burned as well.
Quote from: mac900 on February 01, 2010, 08:38:10 PM
The interesting twists and turns of life should be pretty interesting over the next three months. [popcorn] [popcorn]
How do you figure?
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2010, 08:49:58 PM
How do you figure?
Aw heck, I dunno really. Dog, cats, personal life, toys...... that kind of stuff.
So..... we should have a Bar-B-Que soon!
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2010, 08:49:58 PM
The moving will be the easy part, as the movers come and box my shit up and send it on its way for me. I'll have two extra weeks to clear out of here (Pearl Harbor) and most likely get two weeks to inprocess and house hunt once I get to the new station. And there is also the 58 days of leave I have saved up so far, so some of that could be burned as well.
How do you figure?
What about your new....friend??
Quote from: mac900 on February 01, 2010, 09:15:03 PM
Aw heck, I dunno really. Dog, cats, personal life, toys...... that kind of stuff.
So..... we should have a Bar-B-Que soon!
I knew what you were talking about, just wanted to see how you would phrase it. ;)
Quote from: Brutale on February 01, 2010, 09:22:00 PM
What about your new....friend??
We shall see.
Quote from: Gene V on February 01, 2010, 08:08:02 PM
Painted some in the family room, went to Lowes and paid for my laminate flooring and the install...
ugh don't remind me
we have 4 rooms to paint. but haven't even settled on the colors yet!
still a million projects to do.
washer & dryer (almost-ducati red), dishwasher arriving tomorrow.
plumber coming (again) thursday.
Quote from: DesmoBoob on February 02, 2010, 09:11:38 AM
ugh don't remind me
we have 4 rooms to paint. but haven't even settled on the colors yet!
for me painting is the easy part, agreeing on the colors is the tough part...
Quote from: Gene V on February 02, 2010, 09:28:42 AM
for me painting is the easy part, agreeing on the colors is the tough part...
i feel ya...only 'my a/c/pc' room is to be painted according to my freewill....one wall Ducati/Ferrai red, one wall Suzuki Sports[cars] colors, the other wall Peugeot Sports colors and wall where tv/pc gonna be, black....roof white
at work told my boss to ^**))(*&%^%%$*_ where it better fits...
Finished painting the family room and went for an hour and a half ride... [moto]
forgot what i did today....
I did something...
Think I caught a cold, will probably know for sure tomorrow... :(
Getting my baby detailed for the first time since i bought it in 2004 [thumbsup]
Drove some cars:
2009 GLI - It's nice it is, but it's automatic. Of course, Jen drives the main car most anyway, so maybe not that big a deal. Decent price.
2009 JSW - Good price. Nice color. Also automatic, but, it's a wagon, so, whatever.
2010 JSW - AKA 1996 Tercel Wagon. Fugly exterior, but really nice inside. Like reeeeallly nice. Oh, and it's TDI, so that's nice too. Also, of course, auto. Whatever is essentially what I say to that at this point.
You don't like the way they restyled the exterior on the new VWs? I like the front end of the '10 Golfs and JSWs much better than last year. And there is NO comparison on the interior.
So which car are you guys looking to let go of?
Finished up a second 20 mile ride after work this week. So far I've made 50 miles and there is still a weekend coming up.
Was out walking the dog just before work this morning when a nice Suzuki sportbike came zooming down Cooke St. Reminded me of my 750 with the full exhaust. Then a Honda, then the guy at the condo across the street came out with his R6. Man, I'm jonesn' for a ride real bad. Still waiting on others.
Quote from: mac900 on February 04, 2010, 09:13:10 PM
Man, I'm jonesn' for a ride real bad. Still waiting on others.
And how many times have I offered to let you take the SC out? [cheeky]
i just spent the last 3 hr working on the bf's engine. he has to ship it to detriot since a valve stem broke on the new heads, not even a week after it was installed. meanwhile he's conveniently out of the state. owes me big time now. [evil] i'm trying to hint that i want a gun for valentines day...
but i still have to do a lil prep on some ribs for a recipe i'm trying out. n i'm prob gonna eat ceral in a lil bit, voila dinner. [roll]
Quote from: whackie on February 05, 2010, 12:01:44 AM
i'm trying to hint that i want a gun for valentines day...
This gun?
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC_0006-2.jpg)
[evil]
Quote from: whackie on February 05, 2010, 12:01:44 AM
i just spent the last 3 hr working on the bf's engine. [evil] i'm trying to hint that i want a gun for valentines day...
[roll]
Oh my God! Im in love! (please dont tell your BF I said that!)
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 04, 2010, 09:15:38 PM
And how many times have I offered to let you take the SC out? [cheeky]
Once. But who's counting? ;D And I wasn't really that bad at that time. We'll see.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 04, 2010, 07:35:07 PM
You don't like the way they restyled the exterior on the new VWs? I like the front end of the '10 Golfs and JSWs much better than last year. And there is NO comparison on the interior.
So which car are you guys looking to let go of?
I think the front end on the Golf looks good, but the wagen looks like a Tercel. I imagine i'd get over it in about 5 seconds inside the car, every time.
There's no good answer to the which car goes away question. I'm not happy about that bit; I like my cars.
Quote from: elTristo on February 05, 2010, 06:29:17 AM
There's no good answer to the which car goes away question. I'm not happy about that bit; I like my cars.
I still say the bimmer is the one to get the toss.
unless, of course, you found that M3 motor... ;D
Last night
Broke in the new washer, dryer, dishwasher.
These things are so freakin complicated now. You have to be Mr. Scott to figure them out. :-\
my spin cycle sounds like it'll hit warp speed
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 05, 2010, 05:20:25 AM
This gun?
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC_0006-2.jpg)
[evil]
yep that one, but i doubt he'll go for it. :-\
Quote from: Brutale on February 05, 2010, 06:15:04 AM
Oh my God! Im in love! (please dont tell your BF I said that!)
he'd lol if i told him. only cuz he knows very few ppl could survive a relationship w/ me. [laugh]
got my hair cut, went to the first friday/ chineese newyears eve party in china town, watched fire works, dancing lions, ninjas with swords, beautiful woman having their outfits airbrushed on their naked bodies, and Capoeira fighters, then a nice ride all the way home to makaha ... all in all it was a great nigh
Shit, last night was first friday wasn't it. Missed out on the cheap drinks at Varsity...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on February 05, 2010, 11:33:07 PM
got my hair cut, went to the first friday/ chineese newyears eve party in china town, watched fire works, dancing lions, ninjas with swords, beautiful woman having their outfits airbrushed on their naked bodies, and Capoeira fighters, then a nice ride all the way home to makaha ... all in all it was a great nigh
grr
really wanted to go.
but was busy getting yelled at. boo. >:(
Quote from: hadesducati848 on February 05, 2010, 11:33:07 PM
got my hair cut, went to the first friday/ chineese newyears eve party in china town, watched fire works, dancing lions, ninjas with swords, beautiful woman having their outfits airbrushed on their naked bodies, and Capoeira fighters, then a nice ride all the way home to makaha ... all in all it was a great nigh
i ended up going for a couple hrs. but didn't see the stuff i bolded. saw the usual drug deals n the crack addict rummaging through what looked like stolen purses. but tonight is the big block party. went last year n that was tons of fun.
went hiking today. now i have a couple blisters on my toes. hurting already, i wonder how i'll feel tomorrow morn. :'(, lol
Bought a car. hooboy.
trying to make a bbq dry rub with some 'etnic' seasonings...will try out 2morrow....will keep posted....need more beer.....actually,think shouldn't have the 2 i had....forgot me taking diazepam....
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 06, 2010, 05:59:20 PM
he'll tell.....someday!!!!
Or I'll just go drive by his house to see for myself. ;)
went to the china town block party with the GF finally got her to ride her monster for the first time in 3 months, it was really nice having both bikes out at the same time. not as fun as last night though (i liked all the fire crackers and naked chicks) but considering it was a "family friendly" event i still had a ton of fun.
I replaced a side moulding on Gloria's SL. Damn expensive fuel hoses going on next week. Replaced a broken door striker plate on the 240D but it still needs a lock/latch assembly. [bang]
Also replaced a suspected leaking vacuum lock actuator but won't know until later if that actually works.
Helped Frederick fix the wiring for the brake/tail light on the Monster so the brake light wouldn't be on all the time. Easy peasy. Also readjusted the chain after an unmentioned shop replaced a tire. They had the chain running absolutely tight. No free play at all. >:( Not South Seas but still, c'mon guys, it's only a chain adjustment.......
Took the naked 848 for a test run around Tantalus to see if there were any more brake lines leaking and to check out the initial resets of the suspension. It works scary good. There may be some really small adjustments to be made but I'll wait for more rides to figure that out. I haven't ridden that bike in anything close to earnest for a month and it's been longer than that since I've been up the hill. Darn near amazing and I went through the S's at the top faster than I've done in a long time and I wasn't even pushing it. Hoo Boy. The new calipers aren't any stronger than the old ones and that only confirms what I've known all along. The master pumps make the biggest difference. But hey, the calipers look good. There were no leaks so I put most of the body work back on except for the side fairings which are still at the paint shop............
Came home and downed 3 pints of Bitburger along with dinner and a cigar...
What time did you go up Tantalus? I took the SD up there this afternoon, and then went over to your neighborhood. I'm liking the way the front end of the bike is behaving now, and want to come back down and dial in some rebound on the rear shock sometime soon. Looking forward to a detailed report on that set-up you're running as well. ;)
I reckon I was up there around 4 or so. I think there are a few other bikes out there that could benefit from 5mm drop in the front end. Nothing bad shows up (so far) from that. Also, I'm going to ask Dan Kyle if he has Showa replacement springs or if he could recommend someone who does.
HA! We were up there at right around the same time, as I left my house around 3:30.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 06, 2010, 05:49:37 PM
DAMN son. Whadya get?
Sorry folks, had a really busy afternoon between a wedding and picking a friend up at the airport. But, for those that know him, Tony (Burns) is back and living in my spare bedroom.
So we were kinda tossing the '09 GLI and the '10 JSW TDI back and forth. The GLI was going to be super-cheap and, of course, more fun. The 'Wagen had better amenities and 30-42 mpg. Neither had a sunroof :'( Oddly, I was kinda drawn to it more, mainly because the interior was so nice and the amount of bodies I could cram in the back. You know, if necessary. I dig the plaid upholstery on the GTI/GLI, but the fabric was kind of uncomfortable. Jen was leaning toward the JSW as well, even though it was more expensive.
So, we got it. It took some finagling, but we got a decent price on it and it's not silver! Oh, thanks be to My Bacon God. The cool thing is, Jen thinks it was her decision, and that I compromised. Tee hee. That means I get to make the next car decision. [thumbsup]
Pics forthcoming.....
aaaaand pics posted. Isn't time crazy?
chili 4.1 is on the stove.
it was requested to be sweat-breaking hot.
I hope it turns out
swapped forks on a guy's m750, somehow he had Marzochi and was installing HyperPro rebuilt Showa forks....couldn't work on rear, he had the wrong spanner....fits my bike not his...I'll keep bike for a couple of days so today I sort of tuned the front, giving him 25mm from top of fork to top of triple, he was happy....me still waiting for plastics from paintshop...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 07, 2010, 12:58:24 PM
so today I sort of tuned the front, giving him 25mm from top of fork to top of triple, he was happy....me still waiting for plastics from paintshop...
That's a lot of drop if the forks are the same length. Even more drop if the replacements are shorter than the originals. What is he trying to achieve?
Quote from: mac900 on February 07, 2010, 03:54:55 PM
That's a lot of drop if the forks are the same length. Even more drop if the replacements are shorter than the originals. What is he trying to achieve?
Showas are a bit longer, based on OEM settings, they call for 17mm on his bike, but, 20mm on mine, he has the wanted the same height as with the Marzochis, but, the paperwork that came with the forks stated that the compression/rebound had already been set for a 180lbs rider so I didn't touch that, just gave him what he wanted...the same height. Me, I'll be loking for sharper steering so for now my forks are set at 22mm, once I get all parts from paintshop, I'll do sag at the rear at least, got Marzochi at the front, but, RaceTech prepped for a 190lbs rider like me....
Nice Super Bowl....Good game....
32days to start Formula 1 2010 Season and 63days until the start of MotoGP 2010 Season, Go RED....Ferrari and Ducati, that is....
schumi and rossi for me... :) can't wait.
^
You did Schumi AND Rossi? All in the same day? Damn Emile!!
:P
sounds like you got lucky on sunday ;D
work
new xbox game
possibly sold the penske
Ordered up some frame sliders. Might as well as long as everything is still apart. Hope I never have to use them.
Ran. Boo running!
Quote from: mac900 on February 09, 2010, 08:59:04 PM
Ordered up some frame sliders. Might as well as long as everything is still apart. Hope I never have to use them.
what kind r u getting? i've got sato.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 09, 2010, 10:22:21 PM
Ran. Boo running!
u take doggie? sry don't know it's name.
i'm thinking of doing the great aloha run, for shits n giggles. i did 8 mile hike on sat, don't think it should be a problem.
Quote from: whackie on February 09, 2010, 10:27:28 PM
u take doggie? sry don't know it's name.
i'm thinking of doing the great aloha run, for shits n giggles. i did 8 mile hike on sat, don't think it should be a problem.
Yep, took Darmah out for a three miler in hopes that it might help tire her out a bit. No such luck!! I think I am going to get that damned dog a treadmill... lol
Quote from: whackie on February 09, 2010, 10:27:28 PM
what kind r u getting? i've got sato.
I went with SpeedyMoto. I really like the Sato stuff and almost got those. Will likely get the fork sliders from Sato. Wish they had folding foot pegs on their rear sets.
Finally got both wheels! Now to get them mounted...
Quote from: whackie on February 09, 2010, 10:27:28 PM
i'm thinking of doing the great aloha run, for shits n giggles.
W00t!!! I have been preparing for that...and by preparing I mean drinking less beer! Hopefully I don't pass out while running :P
See you guys at the run, I'll be there with almost my whole squad
Quote from: zzilla on February 10, 2010, 06:56:25 PM
I'll be there with almost my whole squad
Well aren't you just the team player? [cheeky]
i'll be on la isla grande taunting a volcano. Now really, who is more impressive? [cheeky]
I am.
[cheeky]
I did a tail chop (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=34868.0) today! ;D
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4355946240_b0c5df7385.jpg)
...oh, and finally washed my poor monster.
very nice, i just read your right up, pretty impressive. i started playing with my signal lights again after i got home from the ride. pics will be up soon
Quote from: Javamoose on February 13, 2010, 11:39:40 PM
I did a tail chop (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=34868.0) today! ;D
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4355946240_b0c5df7385.jpg)
...oh, and finally washed my poor monster.
Bring that bad boy out! You know it's illegal to own that bike and not come out to our Sunday rides right? ;)
sleep in
hassle the chinese
lemon cake of Glory!
sell penske
xbox in a lil'bit
Went to CC and they have some decent deals...maybe I should buy a Harley...some are actually 50% off...they even have a few xrs for like 8-9 grand
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on February 14, 2010, 05:11:42 PM
Went to CC and they have some decent deals...maybe I should buy a Harley...some are actually 50% off...they even have a few xrs for like 8-9 grand
just bikes? or parts, too?
I think they also had parts...one of the salepeople said they're remodeling and want to get rid of as much stuff as possible. I might try to lowball them on a bobber they have there...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on February 14, 2010, 05:15:37 PM
I think they also had parts...one of the salepeople said they're remodeling and want to get rid of as much stuff as possible. I might try to lowball them on a bobber they have there...
hmmmmm
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on February 14, 2010, 05:15:37 PM
I think they also had parts...one of the salepeople said they're remodeling and want to get rid of as much stuff as possible. I might try to lowball them on a bobber they have there...
I wonder if they would finally sell me that classic Ninja they have sitting up on one of the ceiling beams... [moto]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 14, 2010, 06:57:46 AM
Bring that bad boy out! You know it's illegal to own that bike and not come out to our Sunday rides right? ;)
I know, I know. I'm gonna have to blow off the MC I ride with one of these Sundays and come see what y'all are about...
Quote from: Javamoose on February 14, 2010, 10:58:10 PM
I know, I know. I'm gonna have to blow off the MC I ride with one of these Sundays and come see what y'all are about...
who do you normally ride with?
Great Aloha Run 1:39:52...not bad for a fat guy!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on February 15, 2010, 09:47:55 AM
Great Aloha Run 1:39:52...not bad for a fat guy!
whatever, dude. if you're fat, I could be mistaken as one of the hutts.
Volcano: taunted
Beer and Pizza: consumed
Home: depressingly returned to.
Kitty still isn't right. He's not cleaning himself or, you know, moving. And the 318 is about to die. Need to get on the exhaust immediately.
it was sad seeing him walk with effort this morning :-\
my parent's lab just died last week
but like I said, he did eat, and I spent a bit of time before headin' out so maybe he wouldn't have been so noisy once you guys got back
nice jetta, btw [thumbsup]
Friday thru Monday
prep, prime, paint SAMPLES
home depot
lowes
move furniture
prep, prime half a room
to be continued.
Painting samples is more aggravating than the doing the real thing. >:(
currently watching the flooring installers remove the old carpet and prep the floor for the laminate...
That sounds almost as exciting as watching paint dry! ;D
half day of work and trip to send out the shock.
that's about it.
it actually goes a little faster... ;D
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on February 16, 2010, 12:56:22 PM
That sounds almost as exciting as watching paint dry! ;D
But far more desirable than
smelling paint dry.
Finally finished half a room last night.
watched them lay the moisture barrier this morning, laminate is next...got bored so I went to the carport and checked fluid levels & air pressures on the SF and then started cleaning the bike...
Quote from: DesmoBoob on February 17, 2010, 11:12:33 AM
But far more desirable than smelling paint dry.
Quote from: Gene V on February 17, 2010, 11:35:58 AM
watched them lay the moisture barrier this morning, laminate is next...
You two are animals! With all your shenanigans and tomfoolery I'm surprised people around here don't lock up their daughters!
played me some lego batman on xbox...
watched a movie...
god, I'm boring!
cleaned my kitchen, made panipopo. house smells like coconut now.
helped deliver 6 healthy cocker spaniels, mix of american cocker[mom] and english cocker[dad], between 0100h~0430h...
another day of watching the guys lay laminate in my house...got a severe case of cabin fever, hopefully I can get a ride in tomorrow...
Spent more money...
Going to CA for some training, gonna be a bit more off the grid than usual for a while. Yaaaayyyyy. [bang]
Quote from: mac900 on February 18, 2010, 07:48:26 PM
On anything good?
Yes
Quote from: mac900
Bike stuff?
No
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC_0018-3.jpg)
^^^ are there rounds in the magazine?
Quote from: whackie on February 18, 2010, 11:55:08 PM
^^^ are there rounds in the magazine?
I can neither confirm nor deny the existence of any ammunition which may or may not be loaded into any magazine.
Is that a M4? Please excuse my ignorance.
i do not believe it is, but then again i know nothing other then what video games have taught me
i can only say...niiice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
wow :o ...and I thought my baby eagle was cool...
Quote from: mac900 on February 19, 2010, 06:27:58 AM
Is that a M4? Please excuse my ignorance.
Depends on how you look at it. Figuratively? Sure, or at least close enough. Literally, nosir. This one is a Knights Armament SR-15 E3, which is a semi-auto carbine. It has a 16" medium contour barrel and mid-length gas tube where a true M4 would have a 14.5" heavy barrel with cut-outs to mount an M203 40mm grenade launcher and a carbine length gas system. Also, all of the KAC's controls are ambidextrous, which works out well for me seeing how I shoot long guns left-handed. Other than that, a lot of parts are interchangeable between this and an M4rgery (slang term for civilian spec M4); the pistol grip, light and magazines are the same ones that I had (i.e. my personal stuff) on the M4 that I carried in Afghanistan.
Here are a couple of better pics:
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC_0021-1.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC_0020-1.jpg)
wow, I did make the beast with two backs all today.
WOW!!
shocking revelation, eh?
I fail at life
okidu....teddy
me, took out my cassettes from 'retirement' and started listening to them, some are 31yrs old.....
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 21, 2010, 02:48:07 PM
okidu....teddy
me, took out my cassettes from 'retirement' and started listening to them, some are 31yrs old.....
this leaves me guessing how old u r... :-X
Quote from: whackie on February 21, 2010, 02:53:40 PM
this leaves me guessing how old u r... :-X
LOL I was quick to get rid of all my old cassettes.
How was the range Anne?
Quote from: whackie on February 21, 2010, 02:53:40 PM
this leaves me guessing how old u r... :-X
??? we were rocking out to cassettes in jebus' bimmer that one time...
last night was all about the vinyl...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 21, 2010, 02:55:51 PM
LOL I was quick to get rid of all my old cassettes.
How was the range Anne?
was tons of fun. haven't gone by myself in a long time. i really miss it.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on February 21, 2010, 02:59:44 PM
??? we were rocking out to cassettes in jebus' bimmer that one time...
last night was all about the vinyl...
... n now i feel like a baby.
Quote from: whackie on February 21, 2010, 03:02:52 PM
... n now i feel like a baby.
I thought I was the youngest one in here?
Quote from: whackie on February 21, 2010, 03:02:52 PM
was tons of fun. haven't gone by myself in a long time. i really miss it.
Next Saturday? Angela wants to go and I thought maybe you could help ease her into it, as you have been instructing. Also, all my handguns at the moment are .45, and I think that might be a bit much to start with. Maybe she could get some trigger time on your 9mm if I bought some rounds?
Quote from: whackie on February 21, 2010, 02:53:40 PM
this leaves me guessing how old u r... :-X
...42 in April
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 21, 2010, 02:55:51 PM
LOL I was quick to get rid of all my old cassettes.
How was the range Anne?
Got to have something from the past...Also have som 78rpm records that need to be 'digitalized'.....
Quote from: teddy037.2 on February 21, 2010, 02:59:44 PM
??? we were rocking out to cassettes in jebus' bimmer that one time...
last night was all about the vinyl...
My, Technics SL-900MKII and Dual 1218 went south...no more, need to get new turntable to digitalize all that music[of which I have some on CD...]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 21, 2010, 03:06:36 PM
...42 in April
hehehe... you're old... hehehe
I have no idea what tables my buddy has, I just know they're technics, and they weren't cheap. he treats those things like they're his babies
Quote from: teddy037.2 on February 21, 2010, 03:08:28 PM
hehehe... you're old... hehehe
I have no idea what tables my buddy has, I just know they're technics, and they weren't cheap. he treats those things like they're his babies
Old is a state of mind....
My Dual was 39yrs old and the Technics was[maybe is] 30yrs or will be...Tech is trying to save it so that I can at least digitalize some of the LPs...had to buy a very very very expensive sound card and a pre amp...I only have a Phillips Micro Home Theatre and a old Sansui integrated amplifier that has a Phono, Tape Monitor and Tuner inputs...Speaker A, Speaker B and Speaker A+B, that's it; no big loudspeakers, use headphones, connected to pre-amp that's connected to Soundcard....
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 21, 2010, 03:05:03 PM
Next Saturday? Angela wants to go and I thought maybe you could help ease her into it, as you have been instructing. Also, all my handguns at the moment are .45, and I think that might be a bit much to start with. Maybe she could get some trigger time on your 9mm if I bought some rounds?
Haven't been at the range in long long time...Tool my Tanfoglio out of case to clean and started dry firing at my target siluohet...My Sig is always with me, with an extra mag of 12+13 in its guts...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 21, 2010, 03:06:36 PM
...42 in April
Got to have something from the past...Also have som 78rpm records that need to be 'digitalized'.....
My, Technics SL-900MKII and Dual 1218 went south...no more, need to get new turntable to digitalize all that music[of which I have some on CD...]
my mom gave me a record not too long ago, micky mouse disco. told me we used to love it when we were kids.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 21, 2010, 03:05:03 PM
Next Saturday? Angela wants to go and I thought maybe you could help ease her into it, as you have been instructing. Also, all my handguns at the moment are .45, and I think that might be a bit much to start with. Maybe she could get some trigger time on your 9mm if I bought some rounds?
i need to check w/ the bf. his flight comes in that day, but i haven't been told what time. think he's out n about right now, as he's not answering my txt... >:( but i'm sure i'll hear by tonight.
Quote from: whackie on February 21, 2010, 03:25:54 PM
my mom gave me a record not too long ago, micky mouse disco. told me we used to love it when we were kids.
No, no mickey mouse disco for me....easiest listening I own, bought by me, Boston, the rest, well Iron Maiden, Judas, ...get the picture? The 78s belonged to my grandfather and grandmother...those are at least the newest one, maybe 75yrs old...
Gotta go, have to get up early tomorrow...No car or bike, so public transportations
Quote from: whackie on February 21, 2010, 03:25:54 PM
i need to check w/ the bf. his flight comes in that day, but i haven't been told what time. think he's out n about right now, as he's not answering my txt... >:( but i'm sure i'll hear by tonight.
Tell him to bring his happy ass along. ;D
Went to The Bike Shop and bought my wife a bike and the gear to go along with it, bought my gear and bike then when I went to pay was told by my bank that my debit card has a daily limit of $2K so I bought everything but my bike [bang] .... I hate my bank sometimes, I don't get how they can set a limit of how much of my money I'm allowed to spend...so my bike will be bought tomorrow...I finally settled on the Specialized Roubeix Pro...we'll see if I don't change my mind overnight...
Good choice. The Roubaix, or Tarmac for that matter, will make a much better bike for you than a TT rig will. Congrats!
Took the front fender off didn't like it so i put it back on.
Test rode this bike today. Also had a blast on a hot-rodded Sport Classic.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/2009%20848/IMG_0973.jpg)
That is awesome!
so how was the beemer?
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 21, 2010, 04:56:21 PM
Good choice. The Roubaix, or Tarmac for that matter, will make a much better bike for you than a TT rig will. Congrats!
You know I didn't even try the TT bike...the Tarmac is an awesome handling, great-looking bike but the ride seemed a bit harsh...the Roubaix on the other hand handled just as well but the ride was quite a bit softer...there were two Roubaix to choose from one was last year's model but with higher end components (the pro model but it's purple) and the other one is the current year but the Comp model both for the same price...I'm probably going for the purple one...
Quote from: Gene V on February 21, 2010, 09:21:32 PM
so how was the beemer?
In short it felt like a very high quality Suzuki. More on that later when I'm not so tired. Right now I'm waiting on a woman to get out of the bathroom. Maybe I'll just go to sleep now.
Quote from: mac900 on February 21, 2010, 09:51:49 PM
Right now I'm waiting on a woman to get out of the bathroom.
Good luck.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 21, 2010, 03:59:24 PM
Tell him to bring his happy ass along. ;D
he comes in at 2030 that night, so i think we're good for that day. lmk what time ur thinking of doing it at. i have tons of 9, but idk if u want to have her also shoot 40.
operation clean house started tonight. i hate cleaning toilets w/ a passion. anyone have any secrets to it? well, 1 down 2 to go. [bang]
n for the life of me i can't find the amp's remote. [roll] anyone have those multi device remotes, the kind that have rechargeable batteries n u have stick in a cradle?
Quote from: whackie on February 22, 2010, 12:09:33 AM
he comes in at 2030 that night, so i think we're good for that day. lmk what time ur thinking of doing it at. i have tons of 9, but idk if u want to have her also shoot 40.
Sure, shooting the .40 will be fun, even if it is me shooting it. ;) I'll buy a couple of boxes of 9mm though, and bring out at least one of the .45s and probably both rifles as well. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 22, 2010, 05:17:49 AM
Sure, shooting the .40 will be fun, even if it is me shooting it. ;) I'll buy a couple of boxes of 9mm though, and bring out at least one of the .45s and probably both rifles as well. ;)
all this talk makes me want to exercise my second amendment ... anyone know where i can get a S&W 500?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on February 22, 2010, 05:46:54 AM
all this talk makes me want to exercise my second amendment ...
ahhhh good all 2nd amendment...The right to bare arms...Free sleeveless shirts for everyone! ;D
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on February 22, 2010, 07:14:41 AM
ahhhh good all 2nd amendment...The right to bare arms...Free sleeveless shirts for everyone! ;D
OOHHHhhhhh is that what it meant... bare arms?... and i was just going to go up to alaska and tag me a grizzly. i mean really, who would mess with a guy walking around with bear arms hanging from his hips?
(http://www.tigerrag.com/wp-content/uploads/bryant_bear.jpg)
not just bear arms
bear hat, bear tie, bear cigarette, bear roll of paper...
sunday hiked up olomana. rain = poo :P
Quote from: hadesducati848 on February 22, 2010, 09:08:24 AM
I mean really, who would mess with a guy walking around with bear arms...
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_9t1Of45QHd0/R_xAL-yPFJI/AAAAAAAAC2U/MxJuo7KwfLw/s320/1_the_right_to_bear_arms.jpg)
Awesome!
It just dawned on me that in the above picture the guy is bearing bare bear arms...very patriotic! ;D
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on February 22, 2010, 01:46:24 PM
It just dawned on me that in the above picture the guy is bearing bare bear arms...very patriotic! ;D
Put a checkered hat on him and he'll be bearing
Bear bare bear arms. :)
Accompanied wife to GYN/OB, need to get under knife no later than Thursday...Not looking good...
Puppies are getting big fast....
So I bought the Tarmac Expert SL C2...after deciding yesterday I was going to buy the Roubaix Comp. Love the bike though. All I can say is AWESOME. Should get some decent seat time tomorrow but then it'll sit for a week since I'm leaving for Texas tomorrow night and will not be back until Monday. Here's some pix of my brand spanking new bike...
From the website
(http://img.artscyclery.com/big/SPTECT-1.jpg)
and my crappy phone pic...
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4055/4381480454_0cb8ac0a1e.jpg)
Oh Yeah! Tarmac is a killer bike. [thumbsup]
Yes it is. I looked long and hard at one of those before I bought my Seven.
Rick, any chance that you're riding this week during the evening?
Weds & Thurs after work, weather permitting.
Quote from: mac900 on February 22, 2010, 09:27:48 PM
Weds & Thurs after work, weather permitting.
Cool. What time do you think you'll get started on Thursday? How far/hard do you plan on pushing? Mind if I tag along, assuming Tantalus is not in the cards? ;)
Uuuuggghhhh....it's 6am been up for about 2 hours and I'm about to pace my troop so he can hopefully pass his PT test...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 22, 2010, 09:49:47 PM
Cool. What time do you think you'll get started on Thursday? How far/hard do you plan on pushing? Mind if I tag along, assuming Tantalus is not in the cards? ;)
I try to get going about 5pm, no later than 5:30 if possible. 12 to 16 miles is most likely and I would be super amazed if you had any problem with the pace. I don't think we'd be riding with Boss-ski. He'll ride in the morning most likely. No Tantalus at this point.
Just got back from the mainland from a job interview with another, more high-speed, agency. They offered me the job, now I just have to decide if I want to leave honolulu and my current job, that I've had for almost 13 years......
Quote from: Brutale on February 23, 2010, 07:06:09 AM
Just got back from the mainland from a job interview with another, more high-speed, agency. They offered me the job, now I just have to decide if I want to leave honolulu and my current job, that I've had for almost 13 years......
Oof, wow man. I know you've been wanting a change, but that's pretty huge. If you leave, we can have a goodbye bbq. If you stay, it'll be a celebration bbq [thumbsup]
It's mid day on day 2 of my Command Fitness Leader class. On Kauai. Horrible, horrible time I'm having here [cheeky]
Quote from: mac900 on February 23, 2010, 06:33:38 AM
I try to get going about 5pm, no later than 5:30 if possible. 12 to 16 miles is most likely and I would be super amazed if you had any problem with the pace. I don't think we'd be riding with Boss-ski. He'll ride in the morning most likely. No Tantalus at this point.
Cool. Well, I will put the rack on the VW and make my way down there Thursday after work. And just for the record, I haven't been climbing ANY hills lately. :-[
Quote from: Brutale on February 23, 2010, 07:06:09 AM
Just got back from the mainland from a job interview with another, more high-speed, agency. They offered me the job, now I just have to decide if I want to leave honolulu and my current job, that I've had for almost 13 years......
Any chance you want to pm who the interview was with? Maybe you and I would still be neighbors come summer time?
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 23, 2010, 05:07:24 PM
Cool. Well, I will put the rack on the VW and make my way down there Thursday after work. And just for the record, I haven't been climbing ANY hills lately. :-[
Ahem, for the record, I believe that you admitted on this very thread that you were hiking up on Tantalus the other day. So there. ;D (Well, maybe not this exact thread, but I nose you admitted it somewhere, honest, he did yer honour)
Quote from: teddy037.2 on February 14, 2010, 11:27:02 PM
who do you normally ride with?
Intruders of Hawaii. I'll get patched in if I ever decide to pay my dues... [popcorn]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 19, 2010, 04:57:44 PM
Depends on how you look at it. Figuratively? Sure, or at least close enough. Literally, nosir. This one is a Knights Armament SR-15 E3, which is a semi-auto carbine. It has a 16" medium contour barrel and mid-length gas tube where a true M4 would have a 14.5" heavy barrel with cut-outs to mount an M203 40mm grenade launcher and a carbine length gas system. Also, all of the KAC's controls are ambidextrous, which works out well for me seeing how I shoot long guns left-handed. Other than that, a lot of parts are interchangeable between this and an M4rgery (slang term for civilian spec M4); the pistol grip, light and magazines are the same ones that I had (i.e. my personal stuff) on the M4 that I carried in Afghanistan.
Here are a couple of better pics:
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC_0021-1.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC_0020-1.jpg)
Nice kit! Those KA's are pretty sweet, though I'm biased towards Bushmaster since I used to work for them as a machinist building AR-15s and BA-50s. [thumbsup] You go up to Koko Head to shoot often?
Quote from: mac900 on February 23, 2010, 09:11:10 PM
Ahem, for the record, I believe that you admitted on this very thread that you were hiking up on Tantalus the other day. So there. ;D (Well, maybe not this exact thread, but I nose you admitted it somewhere, honest, he did yer honour)
Hiking my friend, completely different muscle group. But you already knew that. ;)
Quote from: Javamoose on February 23, 2010, 09:48:13 PM
Nice kit! Those KA's are pretty sweet, though I'm biased towards Bushmaster since I used to work for them as a machinist building AR-15s and BA-50s. [thumbsup] You go up to Koko Head to shoot often?
Never really been a big fan of Koko head due to their ridiculous policies. I used to go down to Waikiki Gun Club to shoot, but the owner remodeled his business plan to only cater to tourists and revoked everyone's membership.
This morning: Taunted (and subsequently scared away) a tsunami. Yall can thank me later.
What are Koko Head's ridiculous policies? I've only been there a couple of times, but it seemed reasonable enough.
no hippies taunted=lame
Quote from: elTristo on February 27, 2010, 07:21:45 PM
This morning: Taunted (and subsequently scared away) a tsunami. Yall can thank me later.
And all this time I thought it was because Chuck Norris was visiting...
Quote from: elTristo on February 27, 2010, 07:21:45 PM
What are Koko Head's ridiculous policies? I've only been there a couple of times, but it seemed reasonable enough.
No more than five rounds loaded per magazine, two seconds have to transpire between shots and you can only fire from the bench or otherwise supported stances. Good for getting a bzo on a weapon, but useless if you want to practice anything more advanced...
more paint last night.
then pizza & beer yay :)
i hurt my back. again. different place this time.
work
doctor
sammich
prolly take a nap and go to tasting... then come back and play xbox
Finished off pressing a handlebar mounting bushing out & then back into a top triple for a Hypermotard. I love it when a hydraulic press goes BANG and everyone jumps as the piece releases. Got the triple back on the HM and will finish it off tomorrow.
Took the bandages off the finger. The finger looks good. The old bandages look gross. Can't believe they wanted me to keep that on until Monday or Tuesday. Will put clean dressing on tonight. Screw the docs and nurses. This is the right thing to do.
Having some easy Cab Sav and watching bad movies on TV with the wife.
I'm packing up guns for tomorrow. ;D
made some french bread for sandwiches tomorrow.
Quote from: whackie on March 06, 2010, 01:40:49 AM
made some french bread for sandwiches tomorrow.
Those were some damn fine sammiches!! ;)
Had a great time at the range today! Little bit more fun was had (by me at least) on the pistol side, but it's good to have the new rifle zero'd in at least... Thanks for letting me tag along Anne!!
And for the record, a desert eagle in .50AE has just a touch of recoil to it. [evil]
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Guns/DSC00166.jpg)
I did 150kms on track day [thumbsup]
Autocrossed my car this morning...wet track and r-compound tires, YEEHAW!... ;D
nothing....a water main feeding the city broke, so....haven't done a thing....just watched tv and listen to some cassettes....
faced the (thankfully lessened by rain) sunday costco crowd to look at tellies
get sniped by stupid gerald when I TOTALLY had dibs >:(
cook pork chops, etc. which turned out not too shabby
now I'm going to pop s'more tylenol and have a cookie and wait to pass out
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 07, 2010, 08:19:12 PM
faced the (thankfully lessened by rain) sunday costco crowd to look at tellies
wow you're brave. i hate going to costco on sundays.
my fav time is mid week, nights around 7ish.
Quote from: whackie on March 07, 2010, 11:20:08 PM
wow you're brave. i hate going to costco on sundays.
my fav time is mid week, nights around 7ish.
I hate it, too... but the rain was handy :)
Saturday. Screens & Things, Benjamin Moore, Palama Market, alteration shop, Liliha Bakery (cocopuffs), aunt's 90th birthday.
Sunday. Prep & primed while the lady went to a dog & pony, err a dog show. Rearranged furniture.
today, had interesting job proposal...$3.39/hr from $1.91/hr plus bonuses...monthly can be up to $1200.00...hoping for higher management to give go...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 08, 2010, 03:30:27 PM
today, had interesting job proposal...$3.39/hr from $1.91/hr plus bonuses...monthly can be up to $1200.00...hoping for higher management to give go...
eh? why's that seem...low...?
Quote from: DesmoBoob on March 08, 2010, 09:39:09 AM
Saturday. Screens & Things, Benjamin Moore, Palama Market, alteration shop, Liliha Bakery (cocopuffs), aunt's 90th birthday.
Sunday. Prep & primed while the lady went to a dog & pony, err a dog show. Rearranged furniture.
Liliha Bakery cocopuffs. Yumm! Da best! [thumbsup]
made bread again. had to pay 0.79 at the cafeteria for a piece of garlic bread... kinda felt like a waste of money since the rest of my lunch was home lunch.
yeah i'm Chinese [roll]
Signed up for the Kaneohe Sprint Triathlon and the Tinman Triathlon...and seeing how I can barely ride my bike with clip-in pedals it should be a hoot... :P
went to work...came home, walked the dog, sat in front of pc...writing
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on March 09, 2010, 02:48:06 PM
Signed up for the Kaneohe Sprint Triathlon and the Tinman Triathlon...and seeing how I can barely ride my bike with clip-in pedals it should be a hoot... :P
Wow! I did the same thing 23 years ago. Except it was a Kailua Biathalon. Crank arm came off my new bike down by the H3 on-ramp on Kaneohe Bay Drive. Had to walk to the fire station over by Mokapu Blvd to get a wrench to put it back on. Thank you for the good new bike set up from The Bike Shop. Ooops! -- One word of advice on the Tin Man. Do not eat a huge Mexican dinner the night before trying to store up carbs. It cost me on the 10K run around Diamond Head.
Speaking of huge Mexican meals...yesterday I ate like 6 tacos and went for a 4 mile run...lets just say that was not a very pleasant run...
Thursday went to Kona.
Big Island seems to have many moto-fun roads. [moto]
More investigation is warranted...
Quote from: DesmoBoob on March 12, 2010, 05:49:52 PM
Thursday went to Kona.
Big Island seems to have many moto-fun roads. [moto]
More investigation is warranted...
Some of us always wanted the ferry to travel to the Big Island. People in hell want ice water too.
*sigh*
stupid lack of superferry.
today... more action while wearing the miracle hat, wine tasting, crispy pata, now waitin' on moto GP 09/10 demo to finish downloading
took the 848 in to get a new radiator for some reason it has a pinhole leak on the inside top of it. i saw and fell in love with the new
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/1198R.jpg) damn that is one sweet looking bike. i wonder if i can convince the GF to sell her monster and buy my 848 from me so that i can have enough for a down payment on this bad boy.
then went to Ruby Tuesdays down the road and saw a group of riders one had a pearl 1198 and another had the pearl monster. through the window i saw the guy
on the 1198 walk over and check out the tail chop i did on my 848 and i think he took a pic with his camera phone... i hope it was that and he wasnt taking a pic of my lcn plate... i better go check the lock on my bike now...
How do you do a tail chop on an 848? What does it look like? Does South Seas really have an 1198 R on the floor?
0500h....watching F1 Qualifying from Bahrain... Interesting
Quote from: mac900 on March 12, 2010, 09:08:15 PM
How do you do a tail chop on an 848? What does it look like? Does South Seas really have an 1198 R on the floor?
lol my bad its not a tail chop just the relocated the lcn plate and signal lights and pulled off the passenger footpegs
Quote from: hadesducati848 on March 13, 2010, 07:47:56 AM
lol my bad its not a tail chop just the relocated the lcn plate and signal lights and pulled off the passenger footpegs
You forgot the more important question!
Inquiring minds want to know.
Rick, what time do you want to get together today? I can't believe we are actually having a second day of good weather!!
hahaha and yes the R is on the floor [bow_down], in all its brushed aluminum glory, and with its own rear stand! she is sooooo fricken pretty in person the pics just dont do it justice.
Went to work :-\, but got to ride the official G-ride Vmax. Interesting bike. Handles like crap, brakes like crap, but accelerates like a bat our of hell. It is now my official G-ride, right after my sweeeeet V4 pontiac G6.
What I didn't do today, shower, a main water pipe has collapsed at the community entrance, so tomorrow, only take out or delivery since the entrance will be closed to ALL AUTOMOBILES..only a small space will be left for delivery bikes...
Oh yes, I went to work, as usual...haven't showered yet...
about to start laundry, but prior to this:
level up to 5 on MW2
install HDMI (holy shit! WIN!)
very, very tasty mexican food with jebus and wifely
mug of horchata the size of my head
visit to the chiropractor
listen to NPR
shower
wake up
*thanks again for the cable, boss ;D
watching F1 race...interesting....
I think I have decided on custard.
no... apple.
pumpkin?
it's too early for thinking
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 14, 2010, 06:44:54 AM
I think I have decided on custard.
no... apple.
pumpkin?
it's too early for thinking
Blueberry Peach!
Oh, and they have guvvy bikes? Sign me up!
apple cinnamon strudel
ok...you win....i feel like one though... is pinnaple cream pie ok?
blueberry cream was the winner today
ok sounds good...i have to get what's available at my local grosery......
Just took the S on what could very well be its last hoorah while in my possession. Getting that car into a four-wheel drift up on tantalus is MIGHTY fun!!
I thought the S was long gone already...
Quote from: Gene V on March 14, 2010, 08:43:32 PM
I thought the S was long gone already...
No. The original buyer backed out at the last minute. But it is supposed to go tomorrow, lunch time. :'(
Sounds like someone has some money burning a hole in their pocket!! ;)
Quote from: Brutale on March 14, 2010, 11:39:56 PM
Sounds like someone has some money burning a hole in their pocket!! ;)
ASS!
;D
Successfully organized the Ride4COPS event at the capitol today with helps from others. My CEO is the riding to all 50 state capitols to raise awareness and money for COPS (Concerns of Police Survivors).
- Interview at Hawaii News Now
http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/global/story.asp?s=12142450 (http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/global/story.asp?s=12142450) (my bike in the back ground at the end)
- Ride from Cycle City
Ride4COPS Hawaii - Leaving for a Great Cause (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PQdhnN5NPg#normal)
Ride4COPS Hawaii - Das how we roll! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olJuRUw2HvI#normal)
last night i made corn chowder for dinner, while i tortured the bf w/ the phantom of the opera soundtrack! he was still alive as of midnight, we'll see his condition when i get home today.
Quote from: whackie on March 16, 2010, 04:12:08 PM
last night i made corn chowder for dinner, while i tortured the bf w/ the phantom of the opera soundtrack! he was still alive as of midnight, we'll see his condition when i get home today.
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so like... the corn chowder was his last meal?
well, made sweet & sour meatballs w/white rice...no ones's dead here...
went for a ride, got soaking wet...twice... >:(
Anyone know of a place, besides Tamura's, that has a decent selection of single Malts??
Quote from: DesmoBoob on March 16, 2010, 04:44:13 PM
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so like... the corn chowder was his last meal?
u could say that... but half the pot was gone by the end of the night, so i don't think he was complaining.
btw did u get to do the stairway yet?
Quote from: Brutale on March 16, 2010, 05:49:53 PM
Anyone know of a place, besides Tamura's, that has a decent selection of single Malts??
i guessing NEX might, if you have access. i hear they have all kind mainland brews you can't really find elsewhere.
Quote from: Brutale on March 16, 2010, 05:49:53 PM
Anyone know of a place, besides Tamura's, that has a decent selection of single Malts??
my shop (fujioka's) ;D
or the liquor collection in ward warehouse. that was where I bought all my single malt before the fujioka's opened in mililani
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 16, 2010, 07:23:44 PM
my shop (fujioka's) ;D
or the liquor collection in ward warehouse. that was where I bought all my single malt before the fujioka's opened in mililani
I don't know about this place currently, Don Quijote, (I know, they spelled it wrong) on Makaloa St. outside of Ala Moana, but they used to have a surprising selection when they were the old store (having a senior moment here now).
Quote from: Brutale on March 16, 2010, 05:49:53 PM
Anyone know of a place, besides Tamura's, that has a decent selection of single Malts??
The cabinet to the right of my fridge. [thumbsup]
Quote from: whackie on March 16, 2010, 07:19:22 PM
btw did u get to do the stairway yet?
Stairway would hypothetically happen in the summer so hypothetically there is still lots of time to plan.
No time for fun things right now. Too busy breathing paint fumes.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 16, 2010, 11:15:34 PM
The cabinet to the right of my fridge. [thumbsup]
Waiting for invitation..... [cheeky]
Quote from: Brutale on March 17, 2010, 01:16:16 PM
Waiting for invitation..... [cheeky]
How many loose women are you planning to bring with you?
Quote from: Brutale on March 17, 2010, 01:16:16 PM
Waiting for invitation..... [cheeky]
I'll bring cigars (hint, hint) [cheeky]
Well, I guess we are going to have to some kind of consumption event here in the next couple of weeks, right?
can i come?
Does anyone want to trade for an unopened bottle of Laphroaig?
Quote from: mac900 on March 17, 2010, 10:05:00 PM
Does anyone want to trade for an unopened bottle of Laphroaig?
I'll pass. Not a big fan of Islay distilleries...
But on second though, [puke]
Quote from: mac900 on March 17, 2010, 10:05:00 PM
Does anyone want to trade for an unopened bottle of Laphroaig?
if it's the 18
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 18, 2010, 06:27:11 AM
I'll pass. Not a big fan of Islay distilleries...
But on second though, [puke]
Not all Islay offerings are the same.
Only some are strained through dirt and old gym socks.
Quote from: mac900 on March 18, 2010, 07:24:09 AM
Sorry, it's only a 10.
poop.
Quote from: mac900 on March 18, 2010, 07:26:55 AM
Not all Islay offerings are the same.
Only some are strained through dirt and old gym socks.
lagavulin 16 is fantastic, and well balanced for the non-islay types
ardbeg takes like you set driftwood on fire compared to the laphroaig
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 18, 2010, 07:29:57 AM
ardbeg takes like you set driftwood on fire compared to the laphroaig
the boss brought back some laphroaig from his trip. tasted sorta like a hospital janitor's basin. i guess it's all about the context.
the haggis was good though. :D
I've got a bottle of the Ardbeg Nam Beist that I absolutely love.....much mellower than their other offerings, but pricey!
All I know is that I sure liked my long gone Oban & Balvenie better than the Laphroaig. Maybe I'll keep the frog for the moochers. [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on March 18, 2010, 09:45:17 PM
All I know is that I sure liked my long gone Oban & Balvenie better than the Laphroaig. Maybe I'll keep the frog for the moochers. [laugh]
what made you stray from the speyside?
as always, went to work, did my thing, got 'a call', will skip work tomorrow...
Watched the S drive away...
drkwng, if i may, what is a sd990? pls pardon my ignorance
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 19, 2010, 04:13:51 PM
drkwng, if i may, what is a sd990? pls pardon my ignorance
ktm super duke
ok, bmfb, as i call it....way too much for me to handle...me short person...only my toes reach the tarmac and this is with the bike tilted to one side...
:o
???
;D
Today:
Pissed off some important people
Tomorrow:
Piss on them?
eh? that's usually bad...
Quote from: elTristo on March 19, 2010, 06:13:47 PM
Today:
Pissed off some important people
Tomorrow:
Piss on them?
Perv!
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 19, 2010, 06:17:32 PM
eh? that's usually bad...
Yea, what he said.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 19, 2010, 12:26:23 PM
what made you stray from the speyside?
Actually I really like those and the Highland malts. I just happened to have someone give me the Laphroaig for Christmas. Looks like I'll have to go out and buy my own bottle.
Quote from: mac900 on March 19, 2010, 09:43:14 PM
Actually I really like those and the Highland malts. I just happened to have someone give me the Laphroaig for Christmas. Looks like I'll have to go out and buy my own bottle.
ah..
it took me years to come 'round to the islays. I actually like some of them now.
what still weirds me out are the ones that get too much on the waxy/oily side.
and the ardbeg 10 lol
laphroaig's 18 is frickin' delicious.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 20, 2010, 10:24:40 AM
ah..
it took me years to come 'round to the islays. I actually like some of them now.
what still weirds me out are the ones that get too much on the waxy/oily side.
and the ardbeg 10 lol
laphroaig's 18 is frickin' delicious.
It is, as they say, an acquired taste. [roll]
Went down to "the shop" and helped Rick take some db readings on his 848...while there, took a spin on Ben's SD 990, cool bike, feels much more nimble than the SF...
Prepped the last bedroom for painting this morning...quick ride to snake road and back just before lunch, beautiful day...
Surprised you didn't see us, as we were probably on our return leg from NS about that time. Was traffic still all dicked up on the H2 when you went up that way?
I went up via Kunia Road and returned via Kam Hwy...I hate H-2 , especially coming back this way...
Sorry I missed riding with the group as it's always fun, but I just didn't feel like making a day of it...took two naps this afternoon...sometimes I hate this getting old sh*t, but the alternative isn't one I want to face for awhile yet... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on March 20, 2010, 04:39:07 PM
Went down to "the shop" and helped Rick take some db readings on his 848...while there, took a spin on Ben's SD 990, cool bike, feels much more nimble than the SF...
Thanks for the help Gene. I think I've got the exhaust note dialed in now and it seems to be a good compromise between stock quiet and Termi full roar.
Had a really good ride with the guys yesterday. I should go to a superbike school. Need to work on those right hand turns. Funny. Every day is different in it's own way when it comes to the feel of the bike and the road. It's the same road and the same bike yet somehow it's different.
About that SD990. One man's nimble is another man's twitchy. [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on March 22, 2010, 07:37:36 AM
Thanks for the help Gene. I think I've got the exhaust note dialed in now and it seems to be a good compromise between stock quiet and Termi full roar.
About that SD990. One man's nimble is another man's twitchy. [laugh]
Glad to have been able to lend a hand with your exhaust "tuning"...
As far as riding the SD goes, it made me think that I need to dial in the suspension on the SF...I've just been riding it as it was delivered, after checking that the compression and rebound were in the "normal" settings per the manual...
Quote from: Gene V on March 21, 2010, 04:05:39 PM
Prepped the last bedroom for painting this morning...quick ride to snake road and back just before lunch, beautiful day...
sunday prepped & primed dining room.
feels like we're spending more $ on samples than actual paint.
how do you find time to ride :P
went to benjimoore this morning for 2 gallons...
...and two more samples. [roll]
Quote from: DesmoBoob on March 22, 2010, 09:58:08 AM
sunday prepped & primed dining room.
feels like we're spending more $ on samples than actual paint.
how do you find time to ride :P
went to benjimoore this morning for 2 gallons...
...and two more samples. [roll]
I ride while the paint is drying... ;D
Deciding on colors is worse than the actual painting... :(
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 19, 2010, 04:49:50 PM
me short person...only my toes reach the tarmac and this is with the bike tilted to one side...
I don't wanna hear about anybody being too short! I bruise my forehead on people's knees.
Quote from: DesmoBoob on March 22, 2010, 01:01:50 PM
I don't wanna hear about anybody being too short! I bruise my forehead on people's knees.
OK, OK...was just making a comment on a certain bike, that's it...
Quote from: DesmoBoob on March 22, 2010, 09:58:08 AM
sunday prepped & primed dining room.
feels like we're spending more $ on samples than actual paint.
how do you find time to ride :P
went to benjimoore this morning for 2 gallons...
...and two more samples. [roll]
All of that & in five years, or less, she will want to repaint a different color. At least if she's like most of the women that I've known. Wallpaper!
Quote from: mac900 on March 22, 2010, 06:43:23 PM
All of that & in five years, or less, she will want to repaint a different color. At least if she's like most of the women that I've known. Wallpaper!
the trick is to make her help paint... then she won't want to change the color of the walls. i remem painting the whole house when i was married, i'll do it once but not twice. we even had this yellow paint in a couple of the rooms, didn't like how it turned out but there was no way in hell i was gonna repaint it. instead i made cutesy borders around the room and crown molding. not bad after a while. besides it was the guest bedroom, lol [thumbsup]
^
I think it'd be pretty safe to say that you may not be a typical woman (and I mean that in a good way).
Quote from: mac900 on March 22, 2010, 06:43:23 PM
All of that & in five years, or less, she will want to repaint a different color.
I can say with substantial certainty that in five years, she will want a different house.
Quote from: whackie on March 22, 2010, 07:30:40 PM
the trick is to make her help paint... then she won't want to change the color of the walls.
She wanted to help me paint the garage in the old place. She said it looked fun.
I handed her a roller so she could play too.
After about 10 minutes she said this sux and went away. Heheh.
edit:
Quote from: whackie on March 22, 2010, 07:30:40 PM
we even had this yellow paint in a couple of the rooms,
Yellow? like this?
Dining room (before)
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/olua%20house/nightmare_yellow.jpg)
Day glow blue [puke]
Master bedroom (before)
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/olua%20house/nightmare_blue.jpg)
Obviously these had to go.
I mean, what kind of psycho paints the master day glow blue??!?!? I swear it's like living a freakin circus. The clown house. :-X
After this we (er, I) still have the kitchen & family room. Joy.
The yellow doesn't seem that bad. The blue was, umm, wrong.
Got the walls in the last room painted yesterday, working on trim today...louvered bi-fold doors are the worst... >:(
Rode the H-3 to the windward side this afternoon, was doing an indicated 65 mph in the 45 mph zone after the tunnel when an off duty cop in a white charger blew by me like I was standing still... :o
Quote from: Gene V on March 24, 2010, 05:47:24 PM
Got the walls in the last room painted yesterday, working on trim today
mmmm, working on trim..... [thumbsup]
Yes, I'm 13!
Quote from: Brutale on March 24, 2010, 07:31:01 PM
mmmm, working on trim..... [thumbsup]
Yes, I'm 13!
Perv!!
[thumbsup]
replaced brake master cylinder from a 2009 toyota hilux....damm car......still the same....both wheel cylinders are new too......think my feet are used to european and suzuki swift brakes.....the rest, fine fine day....
Quote from: DesmoBoob on March 23, 2010, 01:30:14 PM
I can say with substantial certainty that in five years, she will want a different house.
She wanted to help me paint the garage in the old place. She said it looked fun.
I handed her a roller so she could play too.
After about 10 minutes she said this sux and went away. Heheh.
edit:Yellow? like this?
Dining room (before)
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/olua%20house/nightmare_yellow.jpg)
Day glow blue [puke]
Master bedroom (before)
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/olua%20house/nightmare_blue.jpg)
Obviously these had to go.
I mean, what kind of psycho paints the master day glow blue??!?!? I swear it's like living a freakin circus. The clown house. :-X
After this we (er, I) still have the kitchen & family room. Joy.
i think our yellow had more green in it. it was rather weird, idk how we ended up w/ that color. but i made green turtle borders in one room and ilima in the other. i also made green curtains, so it made the yellow look less bad. haha. still makes me laugh to this day.
although there was this dark green, maybe forest, that we used in the master bedroom. i really like that color w/ the white trim.
btw i'm no saint, there were some home improvement projects i wrangled my brothers into. one i remember was putting in the post for our vinyl fencing. i don't think i have the pic anymore, but it was pouring rain one weekend. the guys were out there w/ the auger, and i was watching from the porch. when they were finished, all of them were covered in red dirt mud. i had never seen my brothers work so hard. :o
Talked with Dan Kyle regarding a new shock for the SC.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 26, 2010, 04:00:04 PM
Talked with Dan Kyle regarding a new shock for the SC.
good thing about divorces.... not having to explain to the wife why you need to replace something that isnt actually broken! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Brutale on March 26, 2010, 05:36:25 PM
good thing about divorces.... not having to explain to the wife why you need to replace something that isnt actually broken! [thumbsup]
Bad thing about divorces and such... I'm bored and don't want to cook dinner.
Hmm. Yes. I can see that.
We're probably making nachos. Not quite dinner, but, sorta close-ish.
And beer.
Well, we aren't making beer, but you get the idea.
ben cooks?
Quote from: teddy037.2 on March 26, 2010, 09:41:33 PM
ben cooks?
Yep, sure do. Pretty good at it too. Just hate cooking for myself.
Nachos were made, yumminess was enjoyed!
chicken wings were seasoned for tonight's F1 race, cooking a small batch just to 'test drive them'...you know, needs more of this or that...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 26, 2010, 10:58:17 PM
Yep, sure do. Pretty good at it too. Just hate cooking for myself.
Well, you could always invite people over.....hint, hint...... ;D
Rode Tantalus twice today on three different bikes. I nominate the KTM SuperDuke as the new king, hands down. That bike is evil and damned good all rolled into one! [evil] [moto] [evil]
Quote from: mac900 on March 27, 2010, 06:46:46 PM
Rode Tantalus twice today on three different bikes. [evil] [moto] [evil]
Walk me thru the math please...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 27, 2010, 06:50:53 PM
Walk me thru the math please...
Tantalus:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Makiki+Heights+Dr&daddr=Makiki+Heights+Dr+to:Makiki+Heights+Dr+to:21.315243,-157.832036+to:Round+Top+Dr&hl=en&geocode=FR4kRQEda6-X9g%3BFcIuRQEd5rKX9g%3BFQU8RQEd3amX9g%3B%3BFYMpRQEdv7OX9g&mra=dpe&mrcr=0&mrsp=3&sz=15&via=1,2,3&sll=21.318722,-157.817788&sspn=0.027945,0.04283&ie=UTF8&ll=21.319361,-157.819376&spn=0.027945,0.04283&t=p&z=15 (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Makiki+Heights+Dr&daddr=Makiki+Heights+Dr+to:Makiki+Heights+Dr+to:21.315243,-157.832036+to:Round+Top+Dr&hl=en&geocode=FR4kRQEda6-X9g%3BFcIuRQEd5rKX9g%3BFQU8RQEd3amX9g%3B%3BFYMpRQEdv7OX9g&mra=dpe&mrcr=0&mrsp=3&sz=15&via=1,2,3&sll=21.318722,-157.817788&sspn=0.027945,0.04283&ie=UTF8&ll=21.319361,-157.819376&spn=0.027945,0.04283&t=p&z=15)
Three bikes: Highly modified 848, 1198 and SD990
Quote from: Brutale on March 27, 2010, 03:59:31 PM
Well, you could always invite people over.....hint, hint...... ;D
You're not that cute Laughn. [cheeky] Besides, my motivation to cook has been shot to hell for a while...
Kind of thinking it would be nice to get some margaritas tonight though...
Real nice road....but, 3 bikes, twice, unless there was a pit stop to change a bike in the middle of the run...
There was. The day started off setting up the suspension on Emile's 1198. We left the shop and went up tantalus. About 7/8s of the way through the first lap Rick and Emile swapped bikes. Then later, Rick and I swapped bikes and we did a full lap that way.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 27, 2010, 09:04:18 PM
About 7/8s of the way through the first lap Rick and Emile swapped bikes.
I figure about 3/4 of the way but who's counting? [laugh]
OK....now, that's different....
F1 race very interesting....
Quote from: mac900 on March 27, 2010, 09:17:40 PM
who's counting?
Hmmm... [roll]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 27, 2010, 09:18:31 PM
OK....now, that's different....
F1 race very interesting....
Guess I should go watch. After all, the beer isn't entertaining me enough.
Quote from: mac900 on March 27, 2010, 06:46:46 PM
I nominate the KTM SuperDuke as the new king, hands down. That bike is evil and damned good all rolled into one! [evil] [moto] [evil]
I told you that bike was nimble...okay, what I actually said was that it felt more nimble than the SF, which was/is my only recent frame of reference... ;D
Got a ride in a nice Red truck today.
Thanks Anne!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 28, 2010, 03:29:11 PM
Got a ride in a nice Red truck today.
Thanks Anne!!
I hope one of your bikes wasn't in the back of the truck...
Quote from: Gene V on March 28, 2010, 10:27:46 PM
I hope one of your bikes wasn't in the back of the truck...
Sure was. The SD decided it didn't want me to ride around Keith anymore, so it shit the bed. We were going into the Ewa off ramp and the shifter linkage just happened to fall off the damned thing. So, coasted the bike to a stop, looked around for it a bit (to no avail) and called it a day. Luckily Anne was able to call her boyfriend who came to pick me up in their truck. Thanks again Anne, I owe you guys!! I went back later to have a look around and it was gone gone gone. Then went down to the local hardware stores in hopes of finding something, no luck. Seems that dual sided, threaded rods with opposing metric threads are not in very high demand on this island. ;) Anyhow, Scott down at SS had something close to what I needed, but it was just a bit long. Big props to Scott for looking though, and not charging me for the piece.
Anyhow, wake up this morning and call KTM Temecula, where I bought the bike. Told them the story and asked if they happened to have the part in stock. Of course they don't, but they offer to order one and have it overnighted to them, and then overnight it to me. And here's the best part, they are not charging me to ship it and also giving me the part at a 50% discount. I tell you guys, if you EVER decide to pick up a KTM, you simply have to give these guys a call. Have seen nothing but extreme customer service out of these guys!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 29, 2010, 09:24:50 AM
so it shit the bed
????...not familiar with that phrase as it pertains to motorcycles, is it KTM specific?
lol Sorry, I got distracted in the middle of that post by a phone call. Rest of the story has been added.
Damn shiny pennies!
good to hear that the Katoom is still upright and shiney... ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 29, 2010, 09:24:50 AM
Anyhow, wake up this morning and call KTM Temecula, where I bought the bike. Told them the story and asked if they happened to have the part in stock. Of course they don't, but they offer to order one and have it overnighted to them, and then overnight it to me. And here's the best part, they are not charging me to ship it and also giving me the part at a 50% discount. I tell you guys, if you EVER decide to pick up a KTM, you simply have to give these guys a call. Have seen nothing but extreme customer service out of these guys!!
wow that is going the extra mile and then the marathon. Glad to hear it was just a mechanical DNF and not a shunt.
Saturday - Prep & prime most of kitchen. Fall off ladder. Watch F1. Beer.
Sunday - Finish painting dining room.
no problem. we were actually talking on the way home, ur bike was first one we loaded on it. wish we took a pic. awh, my baby's growing up. lol.
btw, i love ur doggie!
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 29, 2010, 09:24:50 AM
Anyhow, wake up this morning and call KTM Temecula, where I bought the bike. Told them the story and asked if they happened to have the part in stock. Of course they don't, but they offer to order one and have it overnighted to them, and then overnight it to me. And here's the best part, they are not charging me to ship it and also giving me the part at a 50% discount. I tell you guys, if you EVER decide to pick up a KTM, you simply have to give these guys a call. Have seen nothing but extreme customer service out of these guys!!
do they sell ducatis at that place?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on March 29, 2010, 11:51:12 PM
do they sell ducatis at that place?
Nope, pretty much just KTMs. But it looks like they still have a couple '08 Super Dukes laying around.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 29, 2010, 09:24:50 AM
I went back later to have a look around and it was gone gone gone. Then went down to the local hardware stores in hopes of finding something, no luck. Seems that dual sided, threaded rods with opposing metric threads are not in very high demand on this island. ;) Anyhow, Scott down at SS had something close to what I needed, but it was just a bit long. Big props to Scott for looking though, and not charging me for the piece.
I have a couple of these types of parts at home that you could borrow if your Temecula guys don't get it too you soon enough. How short does it have to be? If the piece that Scott gave you is too long we could cut it and tap it. You asked me if I had one at the shop. Nope, but there's a rear set at home that needs to be sold.
Thanks Rick. [thumbsup] The part should be here from 3Bros tomorrow, so that should do. Unless of course you happened to bring one down to the shop with you today. ;)
Kind of ironic really, as I was supposed to take the thing into Domenico's this evening so it could have its valves checked tomorrow...
In order of appearance: Sell an M4, work do for lunch (at which time the senior agency rep smashes the wing mirror on my car), meet with lawyers, order parts to fix the car, get part to fix the SD in the mail, fix the SD (thanks Rick!! [thumbsup]), take SD out for dinner and remember how much stupid fun this bike really is, drink!
yesterday- watched a match that I already knew the outcome of... thanks for nothing, bobby... and chose scotch over bacon.
today- beats me... I don't think I have anything planned
Quote from: teddy037.2 on April 01, 2010, 07:19:49 AM
today- beats me... I don't think I have anything planned
Go to work slacker!
went to work after a sleepless night, got the visit from some burglars last night but couldn't get them...falling sleep as I write, so if I don't write back I fell asleep...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 01, 2010, 02:14:04 PM
went to work after a sleepless night, got the visit from some burglars last night but couldn't get them...falling sleep as I write, so if I don't write back I fell asleep...
idk, for some reason i don't get trying to burglarize a house when ppl r home.
Anybody feel like a quick ride and dinner tonight?
Cant do the ride, but can grab some dinner. Yes, Im done being a little girl. [cheeky]
Quote from: Brutale on April 01, 2010, 03:50:26 PM
Yes, Im done being a little girl. [cheeky]
'Bout time.
Did you remove your post? ;)
What are your thoughts regarding dinner? Time?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 01, 2010, 05:40:16 PM
Did you remove your post? ;)
What are your thoughts regarding dinner? Time?
i'd be interested in dinner, depending what time. still @ wrk for a lil bit.
Quote from: whackie on April 01, 2010, 06:11:29 PM
i'd be interested in dinner, depending what time. still @ wrk for a lil bit.
Emile, Laughn and I are going to meet at hooters around seven or so.
back on island tomorrow. see you on sunday. Went to cali for training i could have done on island.
Found out our board is shutting down our Honolulu office...which includes my shop. >:(
ETA - 1-3 Months before i'm jobless. This is seriously gonna set back working on the bike. :'(
Quote from: Javamoose on April 01, 2010, 06:29:38 PM
Found out our board is shutting down our Honolulu office...which includes my shop. >:(
ETA - 1-3 Months before i'm jobless.
DAMN!! That sucks!
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 01, 2010, 07:04:34 PM
DAMN!! That sucks!
Tell me about it. Risky part about working for a start-up though, we all knew it might come to this. The job market seriously sucks right now though.
Met up with Anne, Brian, Emile and Laughn for a bite to eat.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 01, 2010, 06:26:29 PM
Emile, Laughn and I are going to meet at hooters around seven or so.
at hooters none the less. damn i need my bike back!
The location was entirely over rated. Barely chilled beer, so so food and the scenery wasn't all that great. Only real shining point was the company and convenient parking.
here's a link to that Georgia rep being stupid. lol, pretty funny though.
"My fear is that the whole island will become so overly populated that it will tip over and capsize."
3-25-2010_Hank_Johnson_Guam_Tip_Over.wmv (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNZczIgVXjg#)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 01, 2010, 10:47:50 PM
The location was entirely over rated. Barely chilled beer, so so food and the scenery wasn't all that great. Only real shining point was the company and convenient parking.
I've only been to Hooter's twice. After the last time I told the small group that I would subsidize the difference between the Hooter's bill and the bill at Gordon Biersch if we'd eat/drink at the latter the next time
Quote from: mac900 on April 02, 2010, 07:17:17 AM
I've only been to Hooter's twice. After the last time I told the small group that I would subsidize the difference between the Hooter's bill and the bill at Gordon Biersch if we'd eat/drink at the latter the next time
twice?
once was enough for me. best thing WAS the wings... and that's not saying a lot.
oh, wait. I went twice... stopped in one night for a pee and a last beer on the way to the car from whereever it was we were drinking previously. but I was toasted, so really, it may not have been.
Quote from: mac900 on April 02, 2010, 07:17:17 AM
I've only been to Hooter's twice. After the last time I told the small group that I would subsidize the difference between the Hooter's bill and the bill at Gordon Biersch if we'd eat/drink at the latter the next time
Yea, should have picked GB, but I was jonesing for some wings. Too bad. Next week again sometime, only at GB?
Going for that subsidy I see. [laugh] [beer]
Quote from: mac900 on April 02, 2010, 08:09:05 AM
Going for that subsidy I see. [laugh] [beer]
Well, seeing as how you weren't able to make it out last night... ;)
today is good friday, nothing on the tube or radio...resting and playing with dog, puppy and reading...
Sold the mini's. :(
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 02, 2010, 12:14:15 PM
Sold the mini's. :(
BMW Minis, mini 14s, miniture schnauzers???
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0014-2.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0017-2.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0018-2.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0021.jpg)
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0024.jpg)
nice rig you had there...
You have no idea how good this thing sounds, and like my S, it kills me to let it go.
I still have half a mind to call the guy back and tell him "sorry, I've changed my mind".
my both home stereos might purchase the grill on the speaker...i remember the days when i had something going and my ht was a real killer...plus i had two turn tables, a technics sl900mk2, a dual 1265 or something and then a technics sl1200mk2 in black, nakamichi dragon cassette player, marantz pre-amp, bose 901 spks, pioneer cs 905 spks and acoustic research spks...my first cd player was a phillips 6 cd changer...almost forgot an akai tuner...yeap i had all separates...
Went to SS to ask about my bike's tank and see how the warranty claim was coming along, it turns out that they have 3 tanks on their way....I asked if one of them was for me and was told no, that those are for customers waiting since the beginning of the year, I brought up the fact that I put in my warranty claim early November and was told "wow...these tanks are for some really good customers though..." WTF!!! Anyway, I think I've had about enough and I'm pretty sure I'm trading in the Monster and getting a Daytona...
/Rant
Off to drink some delicious Sam Adams Imperial White and see if I can remove the rearsets and install the original ones....
also can I just take out the DP ECU and put in the stock one or is there more fanangaling to it than that?
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on April 02, 2010, 04:50:25 PM
also can I just take out the DP ECU and put in the stock one or is there more fanangaling to it than that?
yes you can do it
just remember to disconnect the battery before doing anything...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 02, 2010, 03:41:15 PM
my both home stereos might purchase the grill on the speaker...i remember the days when i had something going and my ht was a real killer...
I've still got a pretty mean home cinema system, so that is still in order. This was just my two channel relaxation rig. Come to think of it, I almost wish I had decided to sell the home cinema system instead, but oh well. Wouldn't want a tube amp laying around in a room with two cats and a dog chasing each other...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on April 02, 2010, 04:47:53 PM
Went to SS to ask about my bike's tank and see how the warranty claim was coming along, it turns out that they have 3 tanks on their way....I asked if one of them was for me and was told no, that those are for customers waiting since the beginning of the year, I brought up the fact that I put in my warranty claim early November and was told "wow...these tanks are for some really good customers though..." WTF!!! Anyway, I think I've had about enough and I'm pretty sure I'm trading in the Monster and getting a Daytona...
/Rant
Sucks that your tank isn't here yet. I wonder if Laughn's is one of the ones that is coming in. Probably not if they are for good customers. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 02, 2010, 05:34:19 PM
I've still got a pretty mean home cinema system, so that is still in order. This was just my two channel relaxation rig. Come to think of it, I almost wish I had decided to sell the home cinema system instead, but oh well. Wouldn't want a tube amp laying around in a room with two cats and a dog chasing each other...
Sucks that your tank isn't here yet. I wonder if Laughn's is one of the ones that is coming in. Probably not if they are for good customers. ;)
well i've got two dogs and a cat...and the stereo in the living/dining area is always facing a differente direction...it costed me a wopping $129.99+tax...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 02, 2010, 05:34:19 PM
Sucks that your tank isn't here yet. I wonder if Laughn's is one of the ones that is coming in. Probably not if they are for good customers. ;)
He said they were for an FBI guy, a guy named Rick and someone else...can't remember the name...and I'm not too angry just upset a little...will remove the airbox/ecu and the reastsets and trade it in...I was thinking about it and this just nudge me enough to say "just trade it in"
Those damn FBI guys piss me off!
Oh, wait......
Then again, I've had my claim in since Early November, plus my bike is not a monster.....maybe less demand?
Quote from: Brutale on April 02, 2010, 06:06:22 PM
Those damn FBI guys piss me off!
Oh, wait......
Yep, heard right...
mike, don't hold your breath...
I've had a (steel tank paint) warranty claim on file with the dealer since... 12/05
still waitin on my call back ^_^
Quote from: teddy037.2 on April 02, 2010, 06:22:56 PM
mike, don't hold your breath...
I've had a (steel tank paint) warranty claim on file with the dealer since... 12/05
still waitin on my call back ^_^
You want I should just rattle can that bad boy? I have the technology...
Quote from: elTristo on April 02, 2010, 07:55:29 PM
You want I should just rattle can that bad boy? I have the technology...
"We can make him stronger..."
Pulled the trigger and bought the Daytona....I miss my Monster....but I do love the Daytona!
Got really really wet and am now waiting on Jebus Juice.
And no Teddy, that's not why I am wet. [cheeky]Quote from: Xerxes1769 on April 03, 2010, 03:34:43 PM
Pulled the trigger and bought the Daytona....I miss my Monster....but I do love the Daytona!
Uh oh.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 02, 2010, 01:28:08 PM
You have no idea how good this thing sounds, and like my S, it kills me to let it go.
I still have half a mind to call the guy back and tell him "sorry, I've changed my mind".
Yeah, that looks like it was some seriously nice kit. Well, I WAS happy with my Nakamichi/KEF system... :P
Today, I started assembling my Monster back, tomorrow need to go and fix a rear flat tire, clean the DSS and figure out why in hell the turn signal light in the dashboard blinks after I turn off the engine...
Went down to "the shop" today, where Rick helped set the sag on the SF, thanks Rick...thumbsup]
No worries Gene. Always glad to help out.
make the beast with two backsed off...
Now am sitting here waiting for the guy to come pick up the minis...
2 hours of sleep
leftover pad thai for brekkie
xbox shenanigans
dinner at the rents
posting up here before settlin' down with a book for the night
painted half the kitchen
late nite snack inspired by Yellowtail Merlot: Sauteed Spam with tater tots and leftover Manwich. Surprisingly good.
COD:MW2 today, going to pick up hardware for new bed platform this afternoon.
woke up, drove to town today for the first time...in a car... at peak rush hour traffic... from Makaha now i am sitting here at work dredding the car ride home... alone... with out usin the carpool lane [bang]
Quote from: zzilla on April 05, 2010, 02:03:12 PM
COD:MW2 today,
father in law just moved in with us bringing his xbox 360 and COD mw2 along with his 42inch led tv and suround sound. its taking every once of self control i have not to start playing that game ( i just quit World of Wrcaft and have been clean now for 3 months)
work
laundry
whiskey
Gun registered
Bike registered and insured
Bike ridden 50 miles now I only have 440 left in the break-in process...
Still missing the Monster...
you got pics of the bike?
Quote from: Gene V on April 05, 2010, 10:00:20 PM
you got pics of the bike?
I hope you know that it technically does not exist without pics to prove it.
Took off the cans today to start coring and chopping them while waiting on repair parts to come in. Started the bike with the cans off, I just had to know what it would sound like. Loud. Really loud and bad ass. People in offices two floors above my shop said the floors were vibrating from the bass. [evil]
Quote from: Javamoose on April 05, 2010, 10:42:42 PM
People in offices two floors above my shop said the floors were vibrating from the bass. [evil]
Bass is good.
Now all we need is more cowbell!
Became aware of an A-Team movie being released on 11 Jun.
Trailer link http://www.imdb.com/rg/VIDEO_PLAY/LINK//video/imdb/vi14943257/ (http://www.imdb.com/rg/VIDEO_PLAY/LINK//video/imdb/vi14943257/)
Took half of my PT test
Put stuff in Parts for Sale
Eat cake
Mike, I think you should raise the price you are asking for that ECU.
Done!...I'm just trying to get the stuff priced to sell quickly, it does me no good just sitting here. Plus I just spent a bunch on parts for the Daytona so fun times all in all!
Finally installed the Oberon clutch slave cylinder that I purchased early last month...also took some of the slop out of the throttle...
Rick and I took turns with a HyperS and the SD up on Tantalus after the big group ride yesterday. That bike was pretty interesting, and could be stupid fun once the controls are set up.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 11, 2010, 07:42:18 AM
Rick and I took turns with a HyperS and the SD up on Tantalus after the big group ride yesterday. That bike was pretty interesting, and could be stupid fun once the controls are set up.
Should be, or will be? The levers have been set down a bit as this is typed. However I couldn't get the roll pins out of the bars for lack of a needle nose vise grip. So the short levers are set farther inboard now until I can get the roll pins out. Maybe we'll see next weekend. See the suspension tuning thread.
Quote from: mac900 on April 11, 2010, 10:50:00 AM
Should be, or will be?
Can't really say without getting a chance to ride it again.
Discovered my refrigerator has wheels. Primed the remaining section of the kitchen.
Pulled weeds.
Pulled dead grass.
Removed the flower from the bunch of bananas.
Cussed at the bulbuls.
Got repair order case number for XBox red ring of death:(
Haircut
Catch up on paperwork for work
try and relax
Quote from: zzilla on April 12, 2010, 01:00:51 PM
Got repair order case number for XBox red ring of death:(
?
hardware malfunction due to overheating inherent in original design. been putting it off for too long, now it completely stopped working whenever it wants to, so I gotta get a warranty repair done. good news= fixed or replaced for free ;D thanks Microsoft.
got to work real early...coworker gave me hugs and kisses for bday ...
Special kisses? :D
Quote from: zzilla on April 12, 2010, 01:00:51 PM
Got repair order case number for XBox red ring of death:(
dude, RRoD sucks balls... how new is your set?
carlos just had his go down like a month ago
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2010, 05:44:39 PM
Special kisses? :D
does bitting the tounge count as special?
Bought $800 worth of stuff for the Daytona...now all I have left to figure out is what kind of exhaust (full or slip-ons) I want and which steering stabilizer I like...and ponder about rearsets...
Exhaust? Leo Vince full system. Either that or the Zard full kit. If going for a slip-on, the new Arrow is really sweet.
BUT, I would advise riding it and getting to know the bike before throwing all that money at it. Not sure if you remember or not, but I used to own one and in all fairness I really don't think it needs a steering damper. You're much better off get the suspension set up to your weight and just getting a feel for how the bike handles.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 12, 2010, 06:17:37 PM
does bitting the tounge count as special?
And yes, as long as you into that sort of thing. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2010, 10:39:30 PM
You're much better off get the suspension set up to your weight and just getting a feel for how the bike handles.
Good to know! I have been looking at the suspension videos you posted a while back, and will try my hand at it and see how that turns out. If it turns out I don't need a steering damper, it will be easier to get the Leo Vince...I'm not too fond of the Zard low mount exhaust look...
FYI: Zard also makes an under-seat kit.
Just got back from a quick run on the SC. Don't think I have ever taken that bike around Tantalus quite as quickly as I did today. Too bad the windward side was as damp as it was...
Funny. I think my last three rides up there were all on a SuperDuke or a HyperMotard. I wonder how the 848 will feel again. I'm not fast so it's not saying much that I think I have been around there faster on the HyperMotard than anything else. [laugh] [moto]
The hyper is quick up there, and I k ow what you're saying; I know I'm much quicker up there on the SD than I am on the SC. But the SC sure does make a glorious racket up through those hills. ;)
I'm real sure that the Makiki Heights / Roundtop residents will miss you.
Got my flight scheduled. Need to take in the title to the VW tomorrow, so I can start scheduling to get it shipped.
Also, think I found two different condos that will rent to me regardless if I have a doberman or not. They are right at the upper edge of my housing allowance, but both are two bedroom units with garages and in a good location for the commute to work. My buddy up there is going to check them out for me over the weekend.
Quote from: mac900 on April 14, 2010, 09:28:36 PM
I'm real sure that the Makiki Heights / Roundtop residents will miss you.
;D
Put about 120 miles on the Daytona...that puts it at about 250...and thinking about a slipper clutch, not that I even begin to comprehend how that would help me but I can't leave well enough alone...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on April 15, 2010, 06:23:16 PM
and thinking about a slipper clutch
Doesn't need one unless you are going to have that bike at the track regularly. I was only able to get the back end of mine to hop once, and that was coming down that one long straight leading into hairpin left, near the state park entrance on Tantalus. I was going pretty hot and kicked it down into first to see what it would do. Wasn't all that bad, due to the fact that the triples just don't offer much off throttle engine braking.
was going to post this yesterday but the GF had me a lil bit distracted ;)
so i took the GFs monster up Tantalus for the first time. not sure if it was that the bike handled a lil bit better then my 848, or just that I was less afraid of low siding it then i would have been on my bike. Either way i had a great time. I even went back for some pics... dont laugh all i had was the camera on my cell phone.
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/tantalus6.jpg)
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/tantalus18.jpg)
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/tantalus22.jpg)
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/tantalus12.jpg)
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/tantalus10.jpg)
you brave man, leave bike alone on road!!!!!!
the way i figure, if you want to steel it go ahead. since i ride it more then my GF ever will i wouldnt mind upgrading it to an 1100 or even a SF maybe. hahahahaha
did Tantalus today...in a Kia Sedona mini-van with the wife and 4 inlaws...
Quote from: Gene V on April 16, 2010, 05:26:43 PM
did Tantalus today...in a Kia Sedona mini-van with the wife and 4 inlaws...
HAWT!!! I bet you were leaning out the door grabbing some knee on those tight rights weren't you?
;D is all i can say. didn't buy one, just trying them on.
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/2010-04-16_114200.jpg)
[thumbsup]
I like the way the Dainese stuff fits more so than the Astars, but that is just because of my jacked up physique.
i'm hoping to try on some dianese suits when we get up to salt lake next week. i heard salt lake motorsports has a pretty decent selection. it's just nice to be able to try stuff on.
Quote from: whackie on April 16, 2010, 05:56:13 PM
i'm hoping to try on some dianese suits when we get up to salt lake next week. i heard salt lake motorsports has a pretty decent selection. it's just nice to be able to try stuff on.
That's a nice little store. Swing by Red Rock Brewing Company on 200ish south 200 west - good beer and good grub.
Quote from: whackie on April 16, 2010, 05:43:55 PM
;D is all i can say. didn't buy one, just trying them on.
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/2010-04-16_114200.jpg)
I bet that girl feels like she's going over a hunert per just walking around in the store. ;D
Went to the ITB swap-meet/sale...disappointing...now waiting for my food at Serg's...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on April 17, 2010, 12:27:09 PM
Went to the ITB swap-meet/sale...disappointing...now waiting for my food at Serg's...
Independent Throttle Body swap meet?
wentr to cam swap meet, nothing really good. now on my way to some school carnival. and then , if i behave myself maybe a movie... clash or kick ass, cant decide which.
What will I do tonight? Drink all of Jeebus' tequila! ;D
Quote from: hadesducati848 on April 17, 2010, 12:36:47 PM
if i behave myself maybe a movie... clash or kick ass, cant decide which.
Go see Kick-Ass...it's funny and violent...where as COTT is a sad excuse for the original.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 17, 2010, 12:33:01 PM
Independent Throttle Body swap meet?
Island Tri & Bike...either way sad excuse for a swap-meet...
X-Files Marathon. White Russians tonight. More to follow.......See Random Drunkenness Thread.
went to work, installed HiLux 4x4 tranny, went shopping for groceries, met nice lady, wife looked at me funny...came home, walked the dogs, had a few drinks now going to bed to wake up at 0055h to watch F1 race in China,,,
attended my son's wedding...my wife and the bride's mother embraced and cried, it was nice...
Mosseltov!
congrats on son's wedding... how's the hangover...OK, wrong thread...
ran out of paint
replaced shower pressure regulator
changed shower heads
made burritos
bought more paint this morning
Quote from: DesmoBoob on April 19, 2010, 11:47:16 AM
ran out of paint
replaced shower pressure regulator
changed shower heads
made burritos
bought more paint this morning
you on leave? so much time to do the house, I only get Sundays to do it...
Had a nice ride today with my son on his CBR600RR and my brother-in-law on a rented BMW650 GS...from the rental pickup in Waikiki to Sandy's, Makapuu, and Waimanalu, then Norfolk, 13 turns, and the H3 to my place near the stadium...took a short break and then went to Haleiwa via Kunia Rd and snake road where we ate at Cholo's...from Cholo's to Dillingham Airfield in Mokuleia and then snake road in the reverse direction to Kam Hwy and Wahiawa, then more Kam Hwy and west on H1 to Ko Olina, then reverse course to my place via old Farrington Hwy and H1...had a lot of fun.
Took a spin the Beemer, no power and cheesy...wounldn't give you $50 for one...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 19, 2010, 03:14:19 PM
you on leave? so much time to do the house, I only get Sundays to do it...
heheh notice how all these home DIY things are always posted at the end of a weekend.
Quote from: Gene V on April 19, 2010, 04:54:38 PM
Had a nice ride today with my son on his CBR600RR and my brother-in-law on a rented BMW650 GS...from the rental pickup in Waikiki to Sandy's, Makapuu, and Waimanalu, then Norfolk, 13 turns, and the H3 to my place near the stadium...took a short break and then went to Haleiwa via Kunia Rd and snake road where we ate at Cholo's...from Cholo's to Dillingham Airfield in Mokuleia and then snake road in the reverse direction to Kam Hwy and Wahiawa, then more Kam Hwy and west on H1 to Ko Olina, then reverse course to my place via old Farrington Hwy and H1...had a lot of fun.
Took a spin the Beemer, no power and cheesy...wounldn't give you $50 for one...
DAMN Gene!! Going for a tropical iron butt?
Wrote lengthy, detailed email to DNA in regards to their dragging ass on replacing my tank after I got a call from Shawn today telling me I need to bring in the bike AGAIN so they can now measure the tank. This after seeing it in person in December, asking for photos of it in February. What's next, make a wax casting of it? Or perhaps papier mache? I guess they are trying to see how long they can drag it out, and then claim that it will not be covered by the warranty even though it is a manufacturing defect. At this point, I am spoiling for a fight so I can sue them.
Quote from: Brutale on April 19, 2010, 10:10:31 PM
Wrote lengthy, detailed email to DNA in regards to their dragging ass on replacing my tank after I got a call from Shawn today telling me I need to bring in the bike AGAIN so they can now measure the tank. This after seeing it in person in December, asking for photos of it in February. What's next, make a wax casting of it? Or perhaps papier mache? I guess they are trying to see how long they can drag it out, and then claim that it will not be covered by the warranty even though it is a manufacturing defect. At this point, I am spoiling for a fight so I can sue them.
lol well if it makes you feel any better ive been waiting since 3/25 for an engine case to arrive so that i can get my 848 back on the road... i would think that when a guy walks in and buys 2 ducatis at the same time and is very interested in buying a 3rd you would want to show that guy excellent customer service... at least thats what i think anyways
Quote from: hadesducati848 on April 19, 2010, 10:29:36 PM
lol well if it makes you feel any better ive been waiting since 3/25 for an engine case to arrive so that i can get my 848 back on the road... i would think that when a guy walks in and buys 2 ducatis at the same time and is very interested in buying a 3rd you would want to show that guy excellent customer service... at least thats what i think anyways
Ho. Let's put a little perspective on this. The tank issue is potentially huge for Ducati and it doesn't seem to be going away any time soon. Ducati, if anything like BMW, will drag this out to not only control costs but also to make double dog sure that the tanks that are warrantied are legitimate warranty claims. You can bet that the guys down at South Seas are only going by the guidelines dictated to them by DNA and Ducati Spa. It may take longer than you think it should but hang in there. Lawyering up doesn't add any grease to these wheels, just more headache for everyone involved.
As for the case halve.... those don't exactly grow on trees either. That is probably such a rarely requested part that it has to come out of Italy and it just might not be exactly sitting on a shelf waiting for someone. It took 3 months to get all the parts for my 999 and none of that time was due to anyone's fault at South Seas, in fact they went out of their way to help speed things up and reduce the overall repair cost. You have to remember that Ducati is still a small company halfway around the world. Be thankful that you don't have an MV Augusta, Benelli or Aprilia or you'd be waiting even longer.
I've pregnant doged longer and harder at Ducati than some folks and all for what I thought were pretty good reasons. I still have certain design and production issues with them but these days I'm willing to overlook most of that stuff, or at least not get in a huff about it. Yes, I wave the Duc flag.
Quote from: mac900 on April 20, 2010, 07:52:40 AM
Ho. Let's put a little perspective on this. The tank issue is potentially huge for Ducati and it doesn't seem to be going away any time soon. Ducati, if anything like BMW, will drag this out to not only control costs but also to make double dog sure that the tanks that are warrantied are legitimate warranty claims. You can bet that the guys down at South Seas are only going by the guidelines dictated to them by DNA and Ducati Spa. It may take longer than you think it should but hang in there. Lawyering up doesn't add any grease to these wheels, just more headache for everyone involved.
As for the case halve.... those don't exactly grow on trees either. That is probably such a rarely requested part that it has to come out of Italy and it just might not be exactly sitting on a shelf waiting for someone. It took 3 months to get all the parts for my 999 and none of that time was due to anyone's fault at South Seas, in fact they went out of their way to help speed things up and reduce the overall repair cost. You have to remember that Ducati is still a small company halfway around the world. Be thankful that you don't have an MV Augusta, Benelli or Aprilia or you'd be waiting even longer.
I've pregnant doged longer and harder at Ducati than some folks and all for what I thought were pretty good reasons. I still have certain design and production issues with them but these days I'm willing to overlook most of that stuff, or at least not get in a huff about it. Yes, I wave the Duc flag.
Exactly what I had in mind, but just more longerer.
According to TJ over at DNA, apparently it is all my fault. FIrst I put gas in the tank (mistake #1) then it has taken four months because I didnt leave the bike at the shop the whole time (mistake #2). This way, every other month, when they decide they needed something new it would have been there waiting.....
Dumbasses
Im sure the boys at SS would have loved to have my bike sit around their shop for four months taking up space.....
DNA also threw SS under the bus by telling me that it was all SS's fault. Any tank warranty claim should be photographed, and measured during the initial visit. Funny since SS has the emails from DNA dated two months apart telling them to first take photos and then measure it.
btw, just kidding about #1
Quote from: mac900 on April 20, 2010, 07:52:40 AM
Ho. Let's put a little perspective on this. The tank issue is potentially huge for Ducati and it doesn't seem to be going away any time soon. Ducati, if anything like BMW, will drag this out to not only control costs but also to make double dog sure that the tanks that are warrantied are legitimate warranty claims. You can bet that the guys down at South Seas are only going by the guidelines dictated to them by DNA and Ducati Spa. It may take longer than you think it should but hang in there. Lawyering up doesn't add any grease to these wheels, just more headache for everyone involved.
As for the case halve.... those don't exactly grow on trees either. That is probably such a rarely requested part that it has to come out of Italy and it just might not be exactly sitting on a shelf waiting for someone. It took 3 months to get all the parts for my 999 and none of that time was due to anyone's fault at South Seas, in fact they went out of their way to help speed things up and reduce the overall repair cost. You have to remember that Ducati is still a small company halfway around the world. Be thankful that you don't have an MV Augusta, Benelli or Aprilia or you'd be waiting even longer.
I've pregnant doged longer and harder at Ducati than some folks and all for what I thought were pretty good reasons. I still have certain design and production issues with them but these days I'm willing to overlook most of that stuff, or at least not get in a huff about it. Yes, I wave the Duc flag.
i guess i should be flattered that it takes time to get parts in and happy that i am not riding a honda or yamaha like everyone else. and i know its not really SS fault, and Sean has been really good to me over there. i just get frustrated that after only having my 848 for 2 days it sat a week just to get a rear tire. then after only having it for 5 months it sat nearly 3 weeks waiting for a new radiator. and now after only 6 months of owning it its been down another month waiting on an engine case. I really miss riding it. My Gfs 696 is a great lil bike to commute on but its not even close to the 848. it wouldnt be so bad if i could still ride it, or even if it was sitting in my garage just so i could look at it, but its not. I know i just need to suck it up and be patient.
took my vistors to the Polynesian Cultural Center...probably been 20 years since I've been there...
Patience seems to be a requirement when you own a Ducati. I jumped ship for a while for a brand that could be considered superior in many ways. I wasn't even really stuck on the Ducati brand image. But, I missed the sound and the feel of a big twin engine and the overall build quality. So I surrendered.
Resistance is futile...
Quote from: mac900 on April 21, 2010, 07:43:22 AM
Patience seems to be a requirement when you own a Ducati. I jumped ship for a while for a brand that could be considered superior in many ways. I wasn't even really stuck on the Ducati brand image. But, I missed the sound and the feel of a big twin engine and the overall build quality. So I surrendered.
i never fully understood Ducati, its heritage, or the quality of the bikes, before i bought mine. and i must saw that even through all the problems ive encountered with my 848, i have no regrets. and will never own another brand of bike... well maybe the BMW 1000 RR, you know, just so i can say i have a Beemer!
It was Manny's 999, when he started it, WOA!!! I was hooked on another Italian...Don't regret having my M620D, if I had the $$$ would get another Ducati, maybe a SS or 748 or ...
Took the visitors to the airport today...
Yesterday hurt my back again.
Wednesday took custody of a luvbird.
got a call to go to the hospital at 12:30 am. got another call at 1am that my GFs dad passed away. stayed at queens till almost. and have been helping planing funeral services since. i hope this day goes quickly...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on April 23, 2010, 12:52:57 PM
got a call to go to the hospital at 12:30 am. got another call at 1am that my GFs dad passed away. stayed at queens till almost. and have been helping planing funeral services since. i hope this day goes quickly...
My condolences. It's never easy to say goodbye, but one thing to take comfort in is that he's now in a better place.
Wow man, sorry to hear this news. My condolences go out to you and your lady.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 23, 2010, 03:06:54 PM
Wow man, sorry to hear this news. My condolences go out to you and your lady.
thanks every one i appreciate the well wishes.
hades,
just got to read today's threads, sorry for your and your gf's loss.
My condolences on the loss of your girlfriend's father...
thanks again everyone. surprisingly funeral arrangements here in Hawaii are a lot simpler then they are on Guam. turns out its not going to be as stressful or as financially overwhelming like I originally thought. i am kind of glad i dont have to go through 14 nights of rosary.
sorry about your loss, but like boob said helps to know they're in a better place and no longer suffering.
She said boob.
So did you!
And I'll say it again!!!
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Quote from: DRKWNG on April 24, 2010, 09:45:37 AM
And I'll say it again!!!
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BOOBs always nice
so anything going on today or this evening worth checking out?
in that part of the world...don't know...me, will get some dvds and watch them...tomorrow, if, big if, the guy making the tank logos comes and deliver, will install logos on tank and install tank, fill with gas and go for a ride...
Today: saw absolutely no interest in my probably overpriced car
Got drunk and watched WEC fights....
flew back in today, then slept slept and slept. now i'll be up all night! :(
Quote from: whackie on April 24, 2010, 11:20:57 PM
flew back in today, then slept slept and slept. now i'll be up all night! :(
That's what you get for sleeping! [cheeky] Besides, Gene is the only one of us who can get away with taking so many naps. ;)
tried to sleep, dog and puppy wouldn't let me and wife to shut eyes for more than 1hr at time, big thunderstorm last night..today, sweating like a hog on hot coals, humidity close to 100%...temps 97*F
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 25, 2010, 08:17:39 AM
That's what you get for sleeping! [cheeky] Besides, Gene is the only one of us who can get away with taking so many naps. ;)
that's because Gene wakes up between 4:00 & 4:30 most every morning... :(
Quick ride this morning...H1, H2, Tech Park, Wahiawa, cane road, snake x two, Kunia Road, H1, & home...too tired from the last week & a half's activities for an all dayer...
Quote from: Gene V on April 25, 2010, 10:46:28 AM
that's because Gene wakes up between 4:00 & 4:30 most every morning... :(
I too wake up between those times every day...
Went for a ride, gave the dog a bath, did some more "research" for the move, sold the pressure washer and now about to hop on the trainer for a while and watch WSBK.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 25, 2010, 06:36:53 PM
Went for a ride, gave the dog a bath, did some more "research" for the move, sold the pressure washer and now about to hop on the trainer for a while and watch WSBK.
what channel is WSBK on? cant seem to find it
cleaned!
made pizza!
cleaned!
Quote from: hadesducati848 on April 25, 2010, 07:06:24 PM
what channel is WSBK on? cant seem to find it
It was on Speed (214) this morning...race two was a particularly good one!
IIRC, replay is usually on Tuesdays...
ohhhh.... i dont get that channel. any good spots to go and watch it?
Got a pretty good workout on the ride yesterday morning! Went to see Kick Ass, which was pretty good. Mexican dinner & margaritas. Watched race 1 from WSBK. Guess I'll watch race 2 tonight.
Maybe there are some sports bars that are open that early on Sunday morning, I dunno for sure. Sometimes we get together after a ride at someones house where they have recorded it but that is usually some sort of a spur of the moment thing.
Quote from: jebus tristos on April 25, 2010, 07:55:14 PM
cleaned!
made pizza!
cleaned!
didn't clean
ate pizza
didn't clean
Dropping car off at body shop to prep for sale
Going to Tripler
picking up gear on post
Quote from: mac900 on April 26, 2010, 07:31:48 AM
Got a pretty good workout on the ride yesterday morning!
Where did you guys ride?
Quote from: mac900 on April 26, 2010, 07:31:48 AM
Got a pretty good workout on the ride yesterday morning! Went to see Kick Ass, which was pretty good. Mexican dinner & margaritas. Watched race 1 from WSBK. Guess I'll watch race 2 tonight.
Maybe there are some sports bars that are open that early on Sunday morning, I dunno for sure. Sometimes we get together after a ride at someones house where they have recorded it but that is usually some sort of a spur of the moment thing.
i believe this weekend we're doing it at my place. not sure of what time, since we usually head over after the sunday morning sessions. but we're also doing some food to make it a lil farewell party.
ps someone needs to tell me exactly what to record. i think i might of missed moto2 recording last time [roll].
What did you do today? That's the question, here's the answer
Sweet and Sour BBQd Pork Chops with baked potatoes and garden salad
Quote from: whackie on April 26, 2010, 04:05:46 PM
i believe this weekend we're doing it at my place. not sure of what time, since we usually head over after the sunday morning sessions. but we're also doing some food to make it a lil farewell party.
ps someone needs to tell me exactly what to record. i think i might of missed moto2 recording last time [roll].
sounds fun... now if only i can get my 848 out of the shop so i can go for a ride again... stoopid volcano
Quote from: whackie on April 26, 2010, 04:05:46 PM
i believe this weekend we're doing it at my place. not sure of what time, since we usually head over after the sunday morning sessions. but we're also doing some food to make it a lil farewell party.
ps someone needs to tell me exactly what to record. i think i might of missed moto2 recording last time [roll].
Moto 2 and Moto GP this coming Sunday May 2. Don't know the times yet. Channel 1214, I believe, for the HD broadcast.
from last week we were birdnapping er i mean birdsitting.
last night the owners came to get him.
the fowl sharing a moment with my dog
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/beasts/img_1010224.jpg)
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/beasts/img_1010225.jpg)
for such a little pecker he sure is loud
Priced tires for the SF at the dealer this morning (120/70/17 & 190/55/17)... :o
Dunlop Q2s - $570 the set.
Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs - $600 the set.
Pirelli Corsa III - $321 rear only.
Includes mounting and balancing, but not tax...no military discounts on tires... :(
Mounting & balancing is $75 per tire if you bring your own.
Quote from: Gene V on April 27, 2010, 12:03:59 PM
Mounting & balancing is $75 per tire if you bring your own.
Call Mike Coffman at Sportbike Hawaii in Mapunapuna if you go this route. IIRC it's $40 for installation for both tires, though I may be wrong. Even if it's $40 per tire, it's still cheaper. He's a real stand up guy,
older gentleman, ex-racer.
Tks, I'll check him out if I buy tires online...Dennis Kirk wants $318 for the 2CTs shipped via Priority Mail.
Gene, check out sport bike track gear for michelin tires. They usually have some of the best prices, ship fast and offer military discounts.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 27, 2010, 05:28:09 PM
Gene, check out sport bike track gear for michelin tires. They usually have some of the best prices, ship fast and offer military discounts.
Wow, great prices!...I'll have to call to see what shipping to Hawaii will cost and if they give military discounts to retirees...tks.
Let me know if they don't offer the discount to you. If not, we can order them in my name.
Quote from: Gene V on April 27, 2010, 12:03:59 PM
Priced tires for the SF at the dealer this morning (120/70/17 & 190/55/17)... :o
Dunlop Q2s - $570 the set.
Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs - $600 the set.
Pirelli Corsa III - $321 rear only.
Includes mounting and balancing, but not tax...no military discounts on tires... :(
Mounting & balancing is $75 per tire if you bring your own.
You've gone through tires already!?
Quote from: mac900 on April 27, 2010, 10:14:01 PM
You've gone through tires already!?
I've got 5700 miles plus on the bike and the rear is getting there...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 27, 2010, 06:02:26 PM
Let me know if they don't offer the discount to you. If not, we can order them in my name.
Sent them an email, apparently the discount doesn't apply to tires...
We offer the following online discounts for Military Customers:
Arai Helmets: SAVE an additional 10% CODE: ARAI2010 Alpinestars Apparel: SAVE 15% CODE: ALPINE2010 Shoei Helmets: SAVE an additional 10% CODE: SHOEIMIL Speed and Strength Apparel: SAVE an additonal 10% CODE: SPEEDMIL Teknic Apparel: Save an additional 10% CODE: TEKNICMIL
Quote from: Gene V on April 27, 2010, 10:46:42 PM
Sent them an email, apparently the discount doesn't apply to tires...
Well poop stinky!!
Still a good price on the tires though.
Found out that I have a MUCH longer road trip ahead of me than I originally thought I would...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 28, 2010, 08:48:09 PM
Found out that I have a MUCH longer road trip ahead of me than I originally thought I would...
so it's DC and beyond?...
No, just the getting to DC part. Looks like I am going to have to fly into LA, then rent a car and drive the rest of the way.
How many days and 2,500 miles give or take a few? What's that going to run? Plus you have to get rid of the dog stink in the car. [laugh]
Well, it looks like I can rent a mini-van for nine days, and that will cost me about $400 per week. The AF will comp me $109 a day, plus $.16 per mile for the trip, so I can actually make out ahead as long as I take advantage of the hospitality of fellow DMFers. ;)
so.. why r u driving instead of flying? is it because the weather restrictions of the dog?
Quote from: whackie on April 28, 2010, 11:47:09 PM
so.. why r u driving instead of flying? is it because the weather restrictions of the dog?
That and the fact that I don't want her couped up in the travel kennel for so long. The flight to Denver is a little over seven hours, then a three hour lay over before the three hour flight to DC. That's just too much.
Installed one of these in the master bath commode this morning, if it works out I'll do the other commode also...
http://www.brondell.com/products/PerfectFlush.php (http://www.brondell.com/products/PerfectFlush.php)
Quote from: Gene V on April 29, 2010, 10:16:24 AM
Installed one of these in the master bath commode this morning, if it works out I'll do the other commode also...
http://www.brondell.com/products/PerfectFlush.php (http://www.brondell.com/products/PerfectFlush.php)
so... it's the distinction of #1 and #2, i guess? lol, but that's cool. a lot quicker and easier than the high pressure toilets.
Quote from: whackie on April 29, 2010, 02:51:19 PM
so... it's the distinction of #1 and #2, i guess? lol, but that's cool. a lot quicker and easier than the high pressure toilets.
yup...so far it's working good...it's a 15 minute install including reading the directions, but being anal like I am it took 30 minutes... ;D
went to work, new boss aka 'blow fish eyes' made herself known, wanted to impress with lots of bla bla bla...WTF a woman with a BA degree is doing in a shop? Has no idea what a DTC is...get it...Told her that we need new battery tester and asked 'what's that?'.........argggh!!!!
spit shined the SF...
One of these days I'm going to wash the bike...maybe before I go to BWW...but most likely I won't...
Quote from: Gene V on April 29, 2010, 10:16:24 AM
Installed one of these in the master bath commode this morning, if it works out I'll do the other commode also...
http://www.brondell.com/products/PerfectFlush.php (http://www.brondell.com/products/PerfectFlush.php)
oooh please give us an update after you've spent some time with it
we have this ultra turbo niagra falls kind of thing that really is overkill most of the time.
Got a place to live...
Picked up Saturn from body shop, graded army spouses doing pushups and situps this morning
just watched the neighbors kill a pig [popcorn]...with a gun... they didnt even catch the blood for soup. ill never understand some people *shrug*
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 30, 2010, 04:49:11 PM
In DC already?
The place is. I won't be there for another month though.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 30, 2010, 05:25:21 PM
The place is. I won't be there for another month though.
OK, both bikes will make I assume?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 30, 2010, 05:51:00 PM
OK, both bikes will make I assume?
Yep. Trying to decide if I am going to pay out of pocket to ship the SC there though. Not really sure if I want the military contracted guys to move it about with all the work I've put into it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 30, 2010, 05:53:52 PM
Yep. Trying to decide if I am going to pay out of pocket to ship the SC there though. Not really sure if I want the military contracted guys to move it about with all the work I've put into it.
Got friends in military and non-military, they've paid out of pocket to ship their babies when they had to, and by the looks of that yellow bike... I'd do it...
Went down to South Seas Waipahu's Friday Night Bike Night with Sammy and Robert and saw an example of such amazing beauty...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2010, 12:45:14 AM
Went down to South Seas Waipahu's Friday Night Bike Night with Sammy and Robert and saw an example of such amazing beauty...
Woman or bike?
Assume bike...
Just washed the filth off the SD.
Quote from: mac900 on May 01, 2010, 08:15:25 AM
Woman or bike?
Woman. Good god she was lovely. Shame about that though, as she was dumber than a box of rocks.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2010, 09:01:10 AM
she was dumber than a box of rocks.
isn't that the way you like'um... ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2010, 09:01:10 AM
Just washed the filth off the SD.
Woman. Good god she was lovely. Shame about that though, as she was dumber than a box of rocks.
at times, beauty comes depleted of a mind...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2010, 09:01:10 AM
Just washed the filth off the SD.
Woman. Good god she was lovely. Shame about that though, as she was dumber than a box of rocks.
would this be the chick who's the model?
So, went out with a few folks today for a little jaunt. Things got a little spirited for some, and a little depressing for others... Saw a Trumpet fall down go boom. :(
Quote from: whackie on May 01, 2010, 11:41:35 AM
would this be the chick who's the model?
Could be. Sammy knew her. [laugh]
Well the Daytona is in the shop and the insurance/mechanics will not be able to see it til Monday...I'm more embarrased than anything else and apologize for ruining all the raindeer games...
Dude, you didn't ruin anything. And I think I speak for everyone when I say that we are all glad you weren't hurt. That's the most important part.
Ya we're glad you're not hurt, hopefully the damage on the bike isn't too costly, it didn't look too bad.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2010, 08:27:22 PM
Dude, you didn't ruin anything. And I think I speak for everyone when I say that we are all glad you weren't hurt. That's the most important part.
Actually, I take that back. Boobies are the most important part! [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2010, 08:42:10 PM
Actually, I take that back. Boobies are the most important part! [thumbsup]
seconded, boobies are always important
BOOBboobBOOBboobBOOBboob...
I think maybe Mike hit his head a bit harder than we though. [laugh]
So, what did the boss have to say about it?
Glad you're okay Mike, sent you a PM...
Well she's going through the stages...first she was worried, then she laughed...now she is still laughing so no problem there. I'm hoping to get an answer from the adjuster soon...
Thanks Gene, I got it will definitely check it out!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 01, 2010, 08:22:55 PM
Well the Daytona is in the shop and the insurance/mechanics will not be able to see it til Monday...I'm more embarrased than anything else and apologize for ruining all the raindeer games...
that dont sound too good? what happened?
Low speed high side.... [bang] ...it was glorious!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 01, 2010, 11:37:09 PM
Low speed high side.... [bang] ...it was glorious!
Poops...Sorry to hear...
hiked up diamond head, spread some ashes of my GFs dad, walked all over alomoana mall, had a few pitchers of beer while waiting for the races to never start, ate way too much pasta at macaroni grill, took a nap, then ate too much Chinese food. long, long, long fricken day.
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 01, 2010, 11:37:09 PM
Low speed high side.... [bang] ...it was glorious!
oh and sorry to hear about the daytona, glad that your ok though
got estimate for split a/c
chuckled at the golfers in the rain
prepped family room
chuckled at golfers scurrying to grab their balls from the ocean that was once a golf course
primed family room
pasta & salmon
watched motogp
Found out that my flight to LA got upgraded to first class. That's awfully nice of AA. [clap]
went to the moto safty thing at lcc. then checked out a possible bday gift(akuma carbon fiber helmet with transition visor) need to reasearch it a bit to make sure its worth my 400 bucks. now at pearlridge star bucks waiting for iron man2 to start then hopefully it will be dry over on the northshore side of the island.
read that the Akumas run small...looks like a nice helmet...
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/akuma-phantom-2/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/akuma-phantom-2/)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 08, 2010, 09:54:04 AM
Found out that my flight to LA got upgraded to first class. That's awfully nice of AA. [clap]
Congratulations....
Quote from: Gene V on May 08, 2010, 05:07:43 PM
read that the Akumas run small...looks like a nice helmet...
http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/akuma-phantom-2/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/r2/motorcycle-helmet/akuma-phantom-2/)
i tried on the XL and it was a bit small for my watermellon head. but they are bringing in a XXL in the next shipment. i hope it fits cause it is really light and i think it looks swesome.
Lost Nate.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on May 08, 2010, 06:10:35 PM
i tried on the XL and it was a bit small for my watermellon head. but they are bringing in a XXL in the next shipment. i hope it fits cause it is really light and i think it looks swesome.
where did you try it on at?
whats that place in pearl ridge mall... i think razor or razors edge something like that
its on macys side. they have the L and the XL in stock. i wear an XL HJC and its a tad bit loose me
the large akuma wouldnt go over my head and the XL just barly made it on so i am praying the XXL will be the one for me.
today as of 0700h: woke up, made coffee, took dogs out, sitting watching F1 Spain race...More to come
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on May 09, 2010, 03:06:14 AM
today as of 0700h: woke up, made coffee, took dogs out, sitting watching F1 Spain race...More to come
Very similar to my day so far. [thumbsup]
Mmmmmm [coffee]
Well ,watched race, had some more coffee with wife when she woke up, walked the dogs, again, took Hale for a short ride, clouds were menacing, washed car, clouds were a scare it never rained, now, going the grocery store and laundry...
Went on an OUTSTANDING ride today. This weekend has probably been one of the better bike weekends I have had on this island. [thumbsup]
Now it's time to watch the races.
Well, I did get another short ride on Hale, but, still need to dial the front a bit more, still too nervous...will raise another 5mm tomorrow
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2010, 03:39:05 PM
Went on an OUTSTANDING ride today. This weekend has probably been one of the better bike weekends I have had on this island. [thumbsup]
Now it's time to watch the races.
Enjoyed the ride yesterday...where did you guys ride today?
Helped my son swap exhaust cams in his car today...actually I was the gofer, like he used to be when I worked on my car way back when... ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2010, 03:39:05 PM
Went on an OUTSTANDING ride today. This weekend has probably been one of the better bike weekends I have had on this island. [thumbsup]
Now it's time to watch the races.
Yea, I had fun too, up to the point where I had to cut & run. Got the races on DVR but still haven't watched them yet. Formaggio's was outstanding too. I can never get out of there without spending more than I planned but it's all good. [wine]
Spent the day hanging with the Vagos and about 20 other different Motorcycle clubs at the Vagos' 10th anniversary party. Interesting scene....
Quote from: mac900 on May 09, 2010, 08:35:37 PM
Formaggio's was outstanding too. I can never get out of there without spending more than I planned but it's all good. [wine]
That place is always good!
Quote from: Brutale on May 09, 2010, 09:31:13 PM
Spent the day hanging with the Vagos and about 20 other different Motorcycle clubs at the Vagos' 10th anniversary party. Interesting scene....
Were you guys up at Kemu (howeverthehellitsspelled) farms?
Kemo'o.
Spent most of my morning and part of the early afternoon at the in-laws, ate pancakes and nursed my cold at the same time. Definitely told my wife it was a really nice day for rideing, at least it would've been. But it looks like my turn to ride would be a while from now. Got a graduation party on coming Sunday, then leaving to Austin TX next Sunday following for a conference... hmmm... wait a sec, I definitely need to come out once more to ride with Ben before his departure. Ok, note to myself.
saturday
painted family room
got another a/c quote
bought kitchen stuff
beer
sunday
f1, wsbk
attempted to reassemble lazy susan
visited mom's grave (first mother's day without her among us)
veal piccata & beer
Quote from: sta on May 09, 2010, 10:48:20 PMI definitely need to come out once more to ride with Ben before his departure.
YES! Next Sunday is the monthly, which will probably be followed by a BBQ over at Anne's house.
And
Took the slack out of the KTM's throttle cables. We'll see what that did for it in a day or so...
Found los internets again!
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2010, 09:34:38 PM
Were you guys up at Kemu (howeverthehellitsspelled) farms?
Yep, up at Kemo'o. Pretty cool location actually. Nice open air bar right on a lake. Nice people.
Quote from: Brutale on May 10, 2010, 06:08:31 PM
Yep, up at Kemo'o. Pretty cool location actually. Nice open air bar right on a lake. Nice people.
We were there right before all the sleeze bags pulled up. We were going to grab a bite to eat, but were told that we couldn't park our bikes in the lot, and had to move to the grass. make the beast with two backs 'em!
Finally got my iPhone back today and I get a call from StateFarm with the agent making it seem like they're going to total the bike...but he wouldn't confirm it and said he would call tomorrow with his final say...sigh....
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 10, 2010, 06:25:04 PM
Finally got my iPhone back today and I get a call from StateFarm with the agent making it seem like they're going to total the bike...but he wouldn't confirm it and said he would call tomorrow with his final say...sigh....
WTF?... :o
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 10, 2010, 06:25:04 PM
Finally got my iPhone back today and I get a call from StateFarm with the agent making it seem like they're going to total the bike...but he wouldn't confirm it and said he would call tomorrow with his final say...sigh....
That's flipping nuts!! I could not even begin to imagine there is anywhere near enough damage to warrant that!!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 10, 2010, 06:25:04 PM
Finally got my iPhone back today and I get a call from StateFarm with the agent making it seem like they're going to total the bike...but he wouldn't confirm it and said he would call tomorrow with his final say...sigh....
Do you ever get the idea that there might some big insurance company conspiracy going on?
Quote from: mac900 on May 10, 2010, 10:11:43 PM
Not intentionally though.
No, not at all. But it seems my post rang true in more ways than one... ???
Kinda weird though 'cause I pulled up and waited for him for quite awhile and he was nowhere in sight...maybe I ticked him off by blowing by him at the end of the H3 on ramp...
Quote from: Gene V on May 10, 2010, 10:46:44 PM
maybe I ticked him off by blowing by him at the end of the H3 on ramp...
Gotta teach them damn kids to respect their elders some how. [laugh]
And Gene, for the record. Next Sunday is THE DAY! Baffles come out! [evil]
So I got the repair estimate from SS today...$6300...so I'm pretty f'ing sure that StateFarm will hav the bike totalled...$6300!?!?!? sigh...
And in other news all the parts I ordered for the Daytona finally arrived...
[bang]
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 11, 2010, 05:33:49 PM
So I got the repair estimate from SS today...$6300...so I'm pretty f'ing sure that StateFarm will hav the bike totalled...$6300!?!?!? sigh...
And in other news all the parts I ordered for the Daytona finally arrived...
[bang]
Sounds kinda fishy, unless there's engine or frame damage...I would ask to see an itemized invoice of what they say needs to be done to make the bike right...
Quote from: Gene V on May 11, 2010, 05:50:26 PM
Sounds kinda fishy, unless there's engine or frame damage...I would ask to see an itemized invoice of what they say needs to be done to make the bike right...
Plus pictures or if you're in shape, go and see by yourself... AND take pics...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 11, 2010, 05:33:49 PM
So I got the repair estimate from SS today...$6300...so I'm pretty f'ing sure that StateFarm will hav the bike totalled...$6300!?!?!? sigh...
And in other news all the parts I ordered for the Daytona finally arrived...
[bang]
I bet you that any part with so much as a scratch on it is being listed as a replacement item. I didn't take a detailed inventory up there on the hill but from what I saw I'd say it could be fixed for less than $1500.00. This is just internet trash talk now mind you.
Are you going to be able to walk away clean (apart from the aftermarket goodies you bought) or is this about to hurt you even more?
Yeah...I owe nothing on the bike. Right now I'm more pissed at all the parts I have. If it's just cosmetic stuff I might think about buying it from SF...we shall see
Quote from: Gene V on May 11, 2010, 05:50:26 PM
Sounds kinda fishy, unless there's engine or frame damage...I would ask to see an itemized invoice of what they say needs to be done to make the bike right...
Seems big fishy!! Definitely request the itemized list of all parts recommended to be replaced. As Rick stated, from looking at it just after the crash, I would say only the shifter lever, the mirror, the tank and the turn indicator needed replacing. The rest looked to be low grade cosmetic stuff that could be ignored if need be.
yeah sounds like inside job. i often wonder if they have someone lined up the buy it on auction.
Quote from: whackie on May 11, 2010, 10:51:52 PM
yeah sounds like inside job. i often wonder if they have someone lined up the buy it on auction.
Wouldn't surprise me when you consider how just about everything from business to politics seems to be dominated by just a few families here.
Well I just spoke to the SF rep and he said it's definitely a total loss...I asked about buying it back and it turns out that according to Hawaii law, only an authorized shop is allowed to work on a salvaged bike...so if I wanted to buy it I would have to pay $2500 and only SS would be allowed to fix it...
He also said that SS is one of the shops that has put in a bid to buy it...so basically they can say it'll take a crapload to fix and then get to buy it for cheap...
Lame...and crooked
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 12, 2010, 08:58:48 PM
Lame...and crooked
Crooked as hell!! Did you ask which one of the guys at SS the insurance rep is related to? There is no way in hell that bike had enough damage to it for it to be totaled. What a crock of shit!!
did you get the itemized list of all that needs replaced?
What about this angle? It is your bike, you own it. The only way the insurance company gets it is if you put in a claim to have it fixed and they have to pay for it and then they call it a total loss. Well, what if you don't have them fix it? That is you don't claim it or stop the claim and just fix it yourself out of your own pocket? See, it's only their bike once you agree to total it and then basically sell it to them for whatever price they deem it's worth.
^ See, Rick's smart. [thumbsup]
If the insurance company is going to total the bike, what's the payoff to you?...anything close to what you paid for it?...are you going to be able to get another bike of comparable value to the 675 when you bought it (plus tax, etc.)?
i'm also wondering if it's part of the insurance company you have. say if the kbb value compared to the cost has X amt of gap then it's considered a total. the X could be bigger for some companies.
found this on the ducati spot. 1198S w/ 14k damage that wasn't totaled by SS. from the dates it look like it was in late april. by the end of the thread he says they're replacing this frame.
http://www.ducatispot.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24372 (http://www.ducatispot.com/forums/showthread.php?t=24372)
Anyone feel like picking me up at the vpc and dropping me off at the rental car place tomorrow morning?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2010, 07:03:49 AM
Anyone feel like picking me up at the vpc and dropping me off at the rental car place tomorrow morning?
Where is the vpc and what time do you need transport?
Quote from: Gene V on May 13, 2010, 09:10:27 AM
Where is the vpc and what time do you need transport?
VPC is down on Sand Island. The apt is around 0900. Not sure how long it takes to go through the process though...
drop off should only take about 30 min if your papers are in order
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2010, 09:15:19 AM
VPC is down on Sand Island. The apt is around 0900. Not sure how long it takes to go through the process though...
that's right around the time I take my mid morning nap...but I guess I could forego it for a fellow Ducatista...you have an address for the VPC?
You rock Gene!! Like I said, I don't know exactly how long it will take, so do you want me to call you when I am done? If possible, I will need a ride down to Hertz.
Address: MATSON TERMINALS
PIER 51 B
SAND ISLAND ACCESS ROAD
City: HONOLULU
State/Province: HI
APO/Postal Code: 96819
Country: UNITED STATES
Phone Number: 808.848.8383
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=MATSON+TERMINALS&sll=21.305818,-157.838176&sspn=0.082044,0.134926&ie=UTF8&hq=MATSON+TERMINALS&hnear=&ll=21.310526,-157.878299&spn=0.02051,0.033731&t=h&z=15 (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=MATSON+TERMINALS&sll=21.305818,-157.838176&sspn=0.082044,0.134926&ie=UTF8&hq=MATSON+TERMINALS&hnear=&ll=21.310526,-157.878299&spn=0.02051,0.033731&t=h&z=15)
I can be there about 9:30 and when you're ready take you to Hertz, no problem...
Rattled the ceiling on my boss' office when started the bike..She came out shouting to shut the engine off because the alarm in a couple of vehicles in the shop were triggered...The power of Termignoni...
i did the same thing on my 848... only i i just took off the mufflers completly just to see what it sounded like FYI some people dont like the building shaking and alarms going off, go figure
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on May 13, 2010, 02:26:11 PM
Rattled the ceiling on my boss' office when started the bike..She came out shouting to shut the engine off because the alarm in a couple of vehicles in the shop were triggered...The power of Termignoni...
[thumbsup]
Quote from: hadesducati848 on May 13, 2010, 02:42:23 PM
i did the same thing on my 848... only i i just took off the mufflers completly just to see what it sounded like FYI some people dont like the building shaking and alarms going off, go figure
Did it once inmy community, set off alarms two blocks away... And I want BoomTubes... ;D
Trying to register the bike and get hawaii plates. Cursing the company that shipped my household goods because they didn't write the VIN on the damn papers. Now I have to jump through hoops all over the friggin island to get this thing good.
Started putting more thought into shipping the bikes out of pocket...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 17, 2010, 06:24:43 PM
Started putting more thought into shipping the bikes out of pocket...
From experience with buddies that worked with DOD and DOS, they shipped their bikes/cars out of pocket and had better experiences that the ones that used the hired guns...
I bought a new bike!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4010/4621020710_4dcf81f1df.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4038/4620408803_8d6ec42f19.jpg)
It's a 2011 Daytona SE...For 2011 they actually added a few CF bits (rear hugger, muffler cover, heat shield, etc), aftermarket clutch/brake lever...and the graphics a bit different from the 2010...
...WEEEEEE!!!!!
very nice
one of the guys that rode with us on Sunday brought one of those out, very nice!...glad things turned out okay for you, or at least I hope they did... ;D
Nice bike Mike!! Too bad they trashed the old (can we really call it old?) one though, as black is definitely the faster color. ;) I still have those swingarm bobbins that I told you about as well that I can let you have for the low low price of five hundred dollars. They even come with an Alpinestars two-piece suit. :D I've also got an oil filter and a jug of oil for that thing as well. Come and get it.
And for me, today? Found out that I'll be able to get the Duc shipped off before leaving the island, thus not having to ask anyone to take it down there for me. Thanks to those who were going to lend a hand though. [thumbsup]
Are you sure? cause i really dont mind dropping that beast off anywhere you want me to... really no trouble at all.
Starting installation of all the parts I have for the Daytona...weeeee!!!!!
Don't wee yourself, ok?
found out that all my parts came in for the 848 now just 2 more days on the rack and my love should be back home. i am so excited its like i am getting a new bike all over again.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on May 19, 2010, 05:29:02 PM
found out that all my parts came in for the 848 now just 2 more days on the rack and my love should be back home. i am so excited its like i am getting a new bike all over again.
cool...hope you'll have it for the weekend...
Sold the lawnmower and weed whacker. All of the house is packed up and gone with the exception of half of my bedroom. Kind of depressing in here now. About to go get some dinner and take an old lap top to best buy.
My tank is here, my tank is here!! [thumbsup] Not bad, only 5 months......
Unfortunately, Will has been sick and they have at least a week's worth of work piled up before they can get to my bike. What's another week, compared to five months?? [roll]
sucks though. would have been nice to have gotten two SCs out for a ride this weekend.
Made it AND I didn't kill anyone! O ye, of little faith!
i dont mean to take anything away from Will, i mean i think he is great. but i really believe its time for southseas to get one more ducati mechanic in the shop. i personally find it unacceptable that if one guy is sick no Ducati work gets done. what happens if he needs a week off or longer no one can even change a tire or the oil on these bikes only him.
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 19, 2010, 10:40:31 PM
Made it AND I didn't kill anyone! O ye, of little faith!
LIES!!! Why do you insist on telling them?
Ben, thanks again for an great deal! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 19, 2010, 11:30:19 PM
Ben, thanks again for an great deal! [thumbsup]
you bought his patio furniture?... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on May 20, 2010, 09:24:20 AM
you bought his patio furniture?... ;D
He sure did. It even came with a matching 2-piece Astars suit. [thumbsup]
I would also like to add that if anyone ever needs anything tied down, they can give me a call....I'm pretty amazing at it. I tied a table to a car roof and even going like 1000mph the table didn't even move. ;D
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 20, 2010, 11:38:52 AM
I would also like to add that if anyone ever needs anything tied down, they can give me a call....I'm pretty amazing at it. I tied a table to a car roof and even going like 1000mph the table didn't even move. ;D
Whatever man! Everyone knows that only Monster 620s can go that fast!! [roll]
Went to class
Got frustrated
Had a couple of beers. And a bottle of wine. For safety, you know.
^ Sounds like a good day.
Went to the doctor cause a lower back pain, got the exams done, seems that I have a renal infection due to a blow received in the lower left side of my back, right beside my left kidney...
More test to come 2morrow...
Picked up my new Alpinestars full leather motogp jacked that zips into a full suit ><. $450 well spent
baller... ;D
Ya only complaint is sizing, the 42 was too small and the 44 is a touch too big, but they don't make a 43....
Quote from: elasticjoe on May 20, 2010, 08:48:16 PM
Ya only complaint is sizing, the 42 was too small and the 44 is a touch too big, but they don't make a 43....
Yea, that was the only thing I didn't like so much about Astars kit, the sizing didn't work that well for me. Hopefully it fits Mike better than it did me. Now my Dainese on the other hand... [thumbsup]
AStars, Dainese, Genuine Ducati wear...don't know if I'm worthy anymore in my third echelon Joe Rocket jacket, TCX boots and Cortech gloves... :(
speaking of things on a car roof
in kailua i saw two samoans in an old cadillac that tied a rather large mattress onto the roof. for strapping they used... their ARMS.
the driver had his left arm out, the passenger his right, holding the darn thing on the roof.
Quote from: Gene V on May 21, 2010, 10:01:18 AM
AStars, Dainese, Genuine Ducati wear...don't know if I'm worthy anymore in my third echelon Joe Rocket jacket, TCX boots and Cortech gloves... :(
Troy Bayliss used TCX (formerly Oxtar) while clobbering the competition on his WSB Ducati [moto]
Quote from: DesmoBoob on May 21, 2010, 10:15:54 AM
Troy Bayliss used TCX (formerly Oxtar) while clobbering the competition on his WSB Ducati [moto]
Yep, TCX makes some really nice boots. [thumbsup]
tried on the XXL AKUMA carbon fiber helmet, its a little snug but i think it might loosen up a lil bit once its broken in, now i just need to make sure my GF gets the hint for my birthday next week.
Quote from: Gene V on May 21, 2010, 10:01:18 AM
AStars, Dainese, Genuine Ducati wear...don't know if I'm worthy anymore in my third echelon Joe Rocket jacket, TCX boots and Cortech gloves... :(
your better off then i am rolling around in my old fieldsheer jacket, HJC helmet and airflow gloves. and i dont even want to mention my steel toe work boots... i really need to get some good riding gear. maybe the akuma CF helmet will be a good way to get things started and i can start investing from there.
Just keep in mind, you want that lid to fit pretty snug, just shy of being a little uncomfortable. Like you said, it will break in a bit and you want to make sure it doesn't move around on your head once break in does occur.
Quote from: Gene V on May 21, 2010, 10:01:18 AM
AStars, Dainese, Genuine Ducati wear...don't know if I'm worthy anymore in my third echelon Joe Rocket jacket, TCX boots and Cortech gloves... :(
said with tongue in cheek...being tall & thin with long fingers and wide feet, I can't be brand choosey when it comes to something that fits...I've bought and returned countless jackets, boots and gloves, until I found stuff that feels right and offers decent protection...
WAHHHHH!!!!! The bike has a recall and is now at the shop til the end of next week...at least i ordered a new pair of gloves while I was there plus I asked to have the TOR map loaded so I can install the TOR exhaust and filter when I get it back.
Have been taking Darmah on really long walks all throughout Waikiki to try and tire her out so she doesn't stress so badly during this move. She seems to like all the cute ladies on the Ala Wai the best. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 22, 2010, 04:38:17 PM
WAHHHHH!!!!! The bike has a recall and is now at the shop til the end of next week...at least i ordered a new pair of gloves while I was there plus I asked to have the TOR map loaded so I can install the TOR exhaust and filter when I get it back.
LOL What the hell did you do to screw your karma up this badly?
Guess that wasn't you on the Triumph SE on Snake today
did the E.R.C. at LCC today with Rick...learned a couple of things, reinforced a couple of things...
Awesome! One of these days I'm going to take that class to lower my suckytude...but every time I schedule a class something comes up...
and now I'm off to the Jim Gaffigan show!!!!!!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 22, 2010, 07:18:29 PM
Awesome! One of these days I'm going to take that class to lower my suckytude...but every time I schedule a class something comes up...
you should have done it this weekend...it's FREE... [thumbsup]
Being in the USAF, it's always free for me...now in line to buy beer at the show...gotta love my iPhone!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 22, 2010, 07:18:29 PM
Awesome! One of these days I'm going to take that class to lower my suckytude...but every time I schedule a class something comes up...
I think it would be good for you Mike, you should make the time...
Did cane road with my son half a dozen times early this afternoon road tuning his car...me driving and him doing inputs with his laptop...seems to be running pretty good with the new exhaust cam...
Sitting in plane waiting for take-off...I hate flying...wonder if it's kosher to be in the Air Force and hate planes?...off to Texas for yet another conference...
I want to do that + the full CSS 2 day course while I'm in Cali. Hopefully I can find the time/money.
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 23, 2010, 03:53:29 PM
Sitting in plane waiting for take-off...I hate flying...wonder if it's kosher to be in the Air Force and hate planes?...off to Texas for yet another conference...
'bout to watch the MotoGP race.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 23, 2010, 03:56:52 PM
'bout to watch the MotoGP race.
I hate you...drinking 3 beers at the airport bar did not help, plus I'm in a middle seat...surrounded by not very svelt people and there's the required crying bay...again I hate planes...
Must turn off phone...
you record or the replay?
researching swapping out the monster front end with the front end of the 1125cr buell. the perimeter brake system just strikes my fancy. buuuuuuttttt, hd announced that buell is no more, so I better be smart about this......
No
Due to the rain yesterday I ended up cleaning house and finding old bike parts to put up for sale, including a rear disc from the old Monster that can be used on the 620. (Stick tongue out to those doubters). Took pictures of said items and posted to my PhotoBucket account to get ready for Craigslist & eBay & DMF sales.
Watched recordings of Infineon Superbike race and watched end of Amgen Tour of California. Hell, those guys go up hills faster than I sprint on level ground. :o :o
Went to Robin Hood with Gloria. I liked it better than Iron Man 2 (except for the part where the drunken young service dude passed out in the row in front of us and puked on seat. :P :P :P
Then had a good spaghetti dinner. So, not too shabby, except no [moto]
Ate WAY too much with Brandon, Leaigh, Emile ad Trey.
went to work feeling like crap... still feel like crap... bike's tail light will work as long as bike is motionless....once I start moving it shuts off....
ran on the treadmill for a while. my feet are sore. lol
i have a question, might be kinda stupid cuz i've never read about it anywhere.... but i had a random thought.
bf's going to ceramic coat my exhaust headers. would it be weird if i had him coat the actual cans?
I don't see why it would be a problem, as long as he's not trying to coat the baffles. But then, I don't know much about these things.
Quote from: whackie on May 25, 2010, 01:12:58 AM
ran on the treadmill for a while. my feet are sore. lol
i have a question, might be kinda stupid cuz i've never read about it anywhere.... but i had a random thought.
bf's going to ceramic coat my exhaust headers. would it be weird if i had him coat the actual cans?
I know absolutely nothing about the actual process of ceramic coating but if it involved any kind of dipping in solution then it could be a problem due to the internal packing and catalytic converters that are inside the cans. Dunno. Looks like a homework research project.
If you are going to take the headers off the cylinder heads I have the gaskets somewhere if you want them and the copper nuts too I believe.
bought a refrigerator
Went to get my inspection since it'll be up at the end of the month, for my truck, just to find out that my tires won't pass. Didn't realize how bad they were until the guy pointed it out. Not looking forward to spending $500-$700 that Ireally can't afford right now. >:(
Also, still haven't had the funds to fix my Duc. Double :'(
Been a crappy week so far...
Quote from: mac900 on May 25, 2010, 07:25:04 AM
I know absolutely nothing about the actual process of ceramic coating but if it involved any kind of dipping in solution then it could be a problem due to the internal packing and catalytic converters that are inside the cans. Dunno. Looks like a homework research project.
If you are going to take the headers off the cylinder heads I have the gaskets somewhere if you want them and the copper nuts too I believe.
he said it's a spray on, but he'll be doing his exhaust header first. we'll see how it turns out, then maybe i'll let him near the bike. he's done a couple power coating stuff and they turned out decent. i might hand over my rear sets for shits n giggles.... or maybe my passenger pegs first... idk, he said to make up my fkn mind. lol.
almost forgot. this morning i got flipped off by a chic on a cruiser.
i took the bike into work cuz it needed safety check. on the stretch going frm schofield to kam hwy, i'm approaching traffic don't see brake lights and i can see the cars are moving. soon i realize the bike isn't. since the road was wet from the rain, i decide it would be better to just go around the bike. as i pass, i realize the bike was stalled and she was trying to start it, that's why there weren't any brake lights. she proceeds to speed up to me before i get off, just to flip me off.
i'm like wtf. if i had tried to stop, i could have taken her out in the process. [bang] case in point, i had my rear wheel slip sliding at the next intersection... enough to make me shit my pants a lil. but i have a strange feeling, if it were a guy... he wouldn't have given a shit. [roll]
Conference over today, will be back in Hawaii tomorrow! Oh how I hate conferences...
Quote from: whackie on May 25, 2010, 01:12:58 AM
bf's going to ceramic coat my exhaust headers. would it be weird if i had him coat the actual cans?
To completely cut into someone else's conversation...might I ask where are you getting your pipes coated at?
Dropped off the Sport 1000 at SS yesterday for my tank swap. They said they would call me when it was done. Still waiting.....
Hopefully they just forgot to call me and tell me that it is finished rather than there being a problem!
Quote from: Brutale on May 27, 2010, 06:14:01 PM
Dropped off the Sport 1000 at SS yesterday for my tank swap. They said they would call me when it was done. Still waiting.....
Hopefully they just forgot to call me and tell me that it is finished rather than there being a problem!
Black with white stripe and Termignoni exhaust?...saw it there today parked just to the left of the service desk...a stunner!...
Quote from: Gene V on May 27, 2010, 06:23:08 PM
Black with white stripe and Termignoni exhaust?...saw it there today parked just to the left of the service desk.
i wonder if that was the one that fell off the bike stand when i was there this afternoon
just playing... ;D
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 27, 2010, 10:49:25 AM
Conference over today, will be back in Hawaii tomorrow! Oh how I hate conferences...
To completely cut into someone else's conversation...might I ask where are you getting your pipes coated at?
my garage, although it's more like just for fun right now. bf made the oven and is doing powder and ceramic coating. he did some powder stuff and they came out good. but the ceramic stuff is liquid spray on, so it will be interesting to see how it turns out. right now we're looking at using tech line's black satin product. but we're still looking around for stuff to use.
here's a write up someone did back in '91. http://appliedplastic.com/BlackSatintest-1/ (http://appliedplastic.com/BlackSatintest-1/)
Quote from: hadesducati848 on May 27, 2010, 09:35:55 PM
i wonder if that was the one that fell off the bike stand when i was there this afternoon
i wouldn't find that funny...
Quote from: whackie on May 28, 2010, 12:01:59 AM
i wouldn't find that funny...
Especially when you consider that the man carries a gun for a living.
Quote from: Brutale on May 27, 2010, 06:14:01 PM
Dropped off the Sport 1000 at SS yesterday for my tank swap. They said they would call me when it was done. Still waiting.....
Hopefully they just forgot to call me and tell me that it is finished rather than there being a problem!
all done, i thought arlon called you this morning.
thank you
Quote from: whackie on May 28, 2010, 12:01:59 AM
my garage, although it's more like just for fun right now. bf made the oven and is doing powder and ceramic coating. he did some powder stuff and they came out good. but the ceramic stuff is liquid spray on, so it will be interesting to see how it turns out. right now we're looking at using tech line's black satin product. but we're still looking around for stuff to use.
here's a write up someone did back in '91. http://appliedplastic.com/BlackSatintest-1/ (http://appliedplastic.com/BlackSatintest-1/)
i wouldn't find that funny...
I did some light research on the ceramic coating ---- it seems that after the spray on application it is supposed to go through a 600* (F or C ???) baking process. Yes? No? Just curious.
I'd be interested in having some tailpipe can end caps done if that would be possible. Simple and small.
rode my 848 in traffic for the first time in like 3 months... my back hurts, my neck hurts, my legs and shoulders are sore, and i dont even want to mention my poor a$$. damn that fricken 696 really spoiled me in the comfort department
Quote from: hadesducati848 on May 27, 2010, 09:35:55 PM
i wonder if that was the one that fell off the bike stand when i was there this afternoon
Ha freakin ha.........
Quote from: mac900 on May 28, 2010, 07:28:09 AM
I did some light research on the ceramic coating ---- it seems that after the spray on application it is supposed to go through a 600* (F or C ???) baking process. Yes? No? Just curious.
I'd be interested in having some tailpipe can end caps done if that would be possible. Simple and small.
the one that i'm looking at is supposed to be baked at 750. so far we got up to 700, i guess he used some glue for fiberglass that's only rated up to 650... and our garage is now filled w/ smoke. very stinky, chemically smoke. haha. but he thinks its any easy fix, just get the old glue out and put something rated higher.
i'm not sure how soon we'll be doing it. we still haven't decided which one to use. he said that it's a pregnant dog to get off so i need to make sure that the one i pick is the one that i really want. but for you he said he'd do it for the cost of materials, by that i think he means the ceramic coating product.
Shipped the Duc (thanks Gene! [thumbsup]) and then got cleared out of the house.
Now waiting for drinks to materialize.
Materialized drinks with Ben last night, called it an early night. My pops is coming in this afternoon, and I'm making him come down for coffee in the morning so he can meet the hooligans I associate with these days. ;D
There were drinks last night?
was this you this morning?
(http://thechive.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/funny-pics-35.jpg?w=500&h=370)
Woke up, walked the dogs, watched the F1 qualifying... Went to work... Now, having a nice cold drink...
Quote from: zzilla on May 29, 2010, 12:48:50 PM
was this you this morning?
(http://thechive.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/funny-pics-35.jpg?w=500&h=370)
lol Not quite. I stayed in after you went home.
Woke up to watch the F1 race from Turkey... Good race untill S. Vettel decided to pass-close Webber-crash Webber-throw 1-2 out the window... imho, it was Vettel's fault... not happy with Hamilton winning...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on May 30, 2010, 09:07:32 AM
Woke up to watch the F1 race from Turkey... Good race untill S. Vettel decided to pass-close Webber-crash Webber-throw 1-2 out the window... imho, it was Vettel's fault... not happy with Hamilton winning...
Not a good idea to post a race result on a continuing thread such as this one, some of us tape/record races for viewing at a later time...a new thread with a warning would have been more appropriate...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on May 30, 2010, 09:07:32 AM
Woke up to watch the F1 race from Turkey... Good race untill S. Vettel decided to pass-close Webber-crash Webber-throw 1-2 out the window... imho, it was Vettel's fault... not happy with Hamilton winning...
This is very NOT COOL !! This is a breach of forum etiquette and should have been prefaced with a SPOILER warning. Now you know. Sorry, Gene is more diplomatic than I am.
Helped my son install a close ratio 5-speed in his car today...
Sitting here at the airport. Just found out that my flight has been delayed by two and a half hours...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 31, 2010, 08:15:20 PM
Sitting here at the airport. Just found out that my flight has been delayed by two and a half hours...
bummer...which airline?...
Quote from: Gene V on May 31, 2010, 08:32:00 PM
bummer...which airline?...
American. I would go hang out in the first class lounge, but I'm hanging here in the departure are with D.
Aloha Ben. Ride hard and live well. Catch ya later guy. It was all good and many thanks for the fine times that all of us spent together while you were here.
thought about fixing license plate bracket
thought about re-shimming clutch
refrigerator got installed
spent hours hunched over in a hot fcukin sauna cleverly disguised as an attic
bought "window treatments" [roll]
broke a shelf
bought a sofa
made a resolution to never read this forum until all races on DVR have been watched
booked tickets for the paradise luau with my visitors,
getting dragged to the baby store to go shopping,
thinking about going skydiving at North Shore........
going to eat.
Quote from: Gene V on May 30, 2010, 05:33:38 PM
Not a good idea to post a race result on a continuing thread such as this one, some of us tape/record races for viewing at a later time...a new thread with a warning would have been more appropriate...
Quote from: mac900 on May 30, 2010, 08:03:24 PM
This is very NOT COOL !! This is a breach of forum etiquette and should have been prefaced with a SPOILER warning. Now you know. Sorry, Gene is more diplomatic than I am.
I AM VERY VERY SORRY, it was not my intention NOT TO TAG as SPOILER...
Please, forgive me, I was halfway asleep as some neighbor had an all niter and I couldn't sleep, :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 01, 2010, 02:44:36 PM
I AM VERY VERY SORRY, it was not my intention NOT TO TAG as SPOILER...
Please, forgive me, I was halfway asleep as some neighbor had an all niter and I couldn't sleep, :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[
if it makes you feel any better I forgive you... but then again i dont DVR the races either lol
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 01, 2010, 02:44:36 PM
I AM VERY VERY SORRY, it was not my intention NOT TO TAG as SPOILER...
Please, forgive me, I was halfway asleep as some neighbor had an all niter and I couldn't sleep, :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[
I forgive you only because I bailed from the thread as soon as I saw the name Vettel, so you didn't really spoil the race for me... :-*
got to stay home today [thumbsup]
only because yesterday i bruised my entire shin hiking maunawili. cut it short, since it was throbbing and i didn't want to get stream water in open cuts. but damn i was having headaches, dizziness, and vomiting last night.
Quote from: whackie on June 01, 2010, 08:25:22 PM
got to stay home today [thumbsup]
but damn i was having headaches, dizziness, and vomiting last night.
that doesn't sound good...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 01, 2010, 02:44:36 PM
I AM VERY VERY SORRY, it was not my intention NOT TO TAG as SPOILER...
Please, forgive me, I was halfway asleep as some neighbor had an all niter and I couldn't sleep, :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[
OK
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on May 12, 2010, 08:58:48 PM
Well I just spoke to the SF rep and he said it's definitely a total loss...I asked about buying it back and it turns out that according to Hawaii law, only an authorized shop is allowed to work on a salvaged bike...so if I wanted to buy it I would have to pay $2500 and only SS would be allowed to fix it...
He also said that SS is one of the shops that has put in a bid to buy it...so basically they can say it'll take a crapload to fix and then get to buy it for cheap...
Lame...and crooked
hey just came across this, and wanted to say sorry that the bike got totaled, all i do is list damaged parts and add labor, which is nothing compared to parts. the adjuster gets the quote, he then looks over the bike and may ask a question or two. the adjuster decides what they want to fix. i do find that if the policy holder wants to save it, it is more likely to be saved, and vice versa, but this between the adjuster and policy holder. we never bid on bikes, not that i know of.
i hope this clears up any suspicions as i take it very seriously.
the numbers the adjusters use are always changing depending on what they can get for it on the block and market value, so for example i am doing a frame on a 1198s, which would before come close to totaling it, but theover all wasn't that much compared to their magic number, and the policy holder wanted it saved i think, which he would tell his adjuster, not us. my estimates are the same regardless of what the policy holder wants, it's only the facts. the adjuster can take things off, not me.
ok, sorry about that, but i don't want you guys feeling that would be going on. thanks
will
Quote from: lurkingforyou on June 02, 2010, 12:19:31 AM
hey just came across this, and wanted to say sorry that the bike got totaled, all i do is list damaged parts and add labor, which is nothing compared to parts. the adjuster gets the quote, he then looks over the bike and may ask a question or two. the adjuster decides what they want to fix. i do find that if the policy holder wants to save it, it is more likely to be saved, and vice versa, but this between the adjuster and policy holder. we never bid on bikes, not that i know of.
i hope this clears up any suspicions as i take it very seriously.
the numbers the adjusters use are always changing depending on what they can get for it on the block and market value, so for example i am doing a frame on a 1198s, which would before come close to totaling it, but theover all wasn't that much compared to their magic number, and the policy holder wanted it saved i think, which he would tell his adjuster, not us. my estimates are the same regardless of what the policy holder wants, it's only the facts. the adjuster can take things off, not me.
ok, sorry about that, but i don't want you guys feeling that would be going on. thanks
will
You most likely didn't see this 675, Will, as it went to the Waipahu shop. Unless we really missed something it didn't seem like it had enough damage to be even close to calling it a total. I mean the guy went off the road at 15 mph into grass & bushes. Had a small dent in the tank and scrapes on the fairing & tail cowl. He could have ridden it home except for the bent shift lever. Now the 1198S that went down on Norfolk would be another matter entirely and from what we saw it could make it into total loss land. Dunno, really.
If the 675 wasn't carrying collision coverage and it was up to the owner to fix out of his own pocket I bet the repair cost would be far lower. He ended up with a new 675 Special Edition so he's happy. It does make you wonder sometimes though.
sorry, this is a triumph then?
if it is, i don't know what went down, so i can't comment on it.
i just want to let you guys know it does not happen with anything in my bay.
thanks again
-will
Yea, the bike that Rick was talking about is/was Mike's black Daytona 675.
And oh yea, hi guys. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 02, 2010, 08:18:41 PM
Yea, the bike that Rick was talking about is/was Mike's black Daytona 675.
And oh yea, hi guys. ;)
Kids. [roll] Mike had a Ducati before he traded it in on the Daytona. We still let him hang out here though.
How's the cross country journey going Ben?
Quote from: mac900 on June 03, 2010, 07:21:16 AM
How's the cross country journey going Ben?
Good so far. Spent Tuesday night in Phoenix with Adam (IZ), his wife and his poor retarded dog, then drove to Albuquerque yesterday and stayed over with Laughn's old crew. Duc-Stew even made a showing at the BBQ, so that was cool. Now I'm checked in at the hotel in Oklahoma City and getting ready to grab something to eat.
FYI: lots of hot babes in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area!! I almost didn't want to leave. ;D
It sounds like you're taking the same route making the same stops I did on my cross country drive.
Hey guys! Howzit going? (both of you!)
bought a set of 2CTs today...
Taking my visitors to paradise cove luau
have fun and let us know how it is...
ran out of gas about 100 yards from my house [bang] could have sworn i had enough to get at least 10 more miles and the gas station is only like 2 blocks from home... so everyone on my street got to see me pushing my 848 quietly down the road [clap]
bought a complete stock exhaust for 200, shipped. ;D
went to the dr for my leg, told me what i already knew. [bang]
bf just got his sand blaster in. guarantee he'll be in the garage all night.
Quote from: whackie on June 03, 2010, 09:41:10 PM
bought a complete stock exhaust for 200, shipped. ;D
went to the dr for my leg, told me what i already knew. [bang]
bf just got his sand blaster in. guarantee he'll be in the garage all night.
What is the doc saying about your leg? Good on the exhaust. Now you can rip & tear without worry on the X1 version.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 03, 2010, 08:48:06 PM
ran out of gas about 100 yards from my house [bang] could have sworn i had enough to get at least 10 more miles and the gas station is only like 2 blocks from home... so everyone on my street got to see me pushing my 848 quietly down the road [clap]
There is a common misunderstanding about European motor vehicles. When the yellow fuel light comes on it doesn't mean you have x number of miles to go. What it really means is find a gas station fast. [cheeky] Been telling customers that for years. I ran out of gas once in a 450SL only 2 miles after the light popped on. Never again. My ex had to be rescued three times on the Pali highway because she wouldn't believe me. [bang]
Quote from: mac900 on June 04, 2010, 07:32:41 AMMy ex had to be rescued three times on the Pali highway because she wouldn't believe me. [bang]
The amusing thing about this is...
this means she didn't believe you three times
or
she believed you after the first time, but did it two more times anyway
Took dogs to vet, did some laundry, shot some phones books, went to inspect a vehicle for purchase, went to vet to pick up dogs, picked up wife at work, ... cleaning tools and gun... After this is finished, a beer...
Quote from: mac900 on June 04, 2010, 07:24:04 AM
What is the doc saying about your leg? Good on the exhaust. Now you can rip & tear without worry on the X1 version.
they said it looks ok, no pus or signs of infection. no swimming until it scabs over. no running til next week. if i start feeling ill, vomiting, and other stuff, i'll need to come back for antibiotics. it looks worse than it is. my entire shin is now turning black and blue, plus i'll probably have a little scarring. i figure if i massage it every night, it'll go away a lot faster.
i'm sure w/ the sand blaster, things will move a lot faster. hopefully i can get my pegs back soon. a spare exhaust will mean more up time for me w/ a straight swap when the spare is done.
Quote from: mac900 on June 04, 2010, 07:32:41 AM
There is a common misunderstanding about European motor vehicles. When the yellow fuel light comes on it doesn't mean you have x number of miles to go. What it really means is find a gas station fast. [cheeky] Been telling customers that for years. I ran out of gas once in a 450SL only 2 miles after the light popped on. Never again. My ex had to be rescued three times on the Pali highway because she wouldn't believe me. [bang]
brian has brought me gas for the bike before. this was before we were dating. it was even funnier since he was brand new to the island. i was stuck in haleiwa and he drove all the way to sunset before we figured out where he was. but the fact that he wasn't pissed about it all gave me the inclination that he'd be a good bf.
Quote from: whackie on June 04, 2010, 04:47:35 PM
they said it looks ok, no pus or signs of infection. no swimming until it scabs over. no running til next week. if i start feeling ill, vomiting, and other stuff, i'll need to come back for antibiotics. it looks worse than it is. my entire shin is now turning black and blue, plus i'll probably have a little scarring. i figure if i massage it every night, it'll go away a lot faster.
daamm
but i do have to say... you are really one tough cookie
Worked a deal with Jeebus for an almost new seat for the monster! She looks so much better without torn skins
Quote from: zzilla on June 08, 2010, 08:44:50 PM
Worked a deal with Jeebus for an almost new seat for the monster! She looks so much better without torn skins
And now I have beer! Hooray for me!
Quote from: jebus tristos on June 08, 2010, 08:48:12 PM
And now I have beer! Hooray for me!
Ah, the life of the expectant father.
I woke up on the floor this morning.
Quote from: jebus tristos on June 08, 2010, 08:48:12 PM
And now I have beer! Hooray for me!
Thirty Helens agree, beer is good.
Quote from: mac900 on June 08, 2010, 09:14:45 PM
Ah, the life of the expectant father.
Erm, not so expectant anymore. Things didn't go as smoothly as they could have. Sorry for the blunt posting, but I thought I had already put it out, and it's easier than having to repeat it over and over.
Quote from: jebus tristos on June 09, 2010, 06:31:26 AM
Erm, not so expectant anymore. Things didn't go as smoothly as they could have. Sorry for the blunt posting, but I thought I had already put it out, and it's easier than having to repeat it over and over.
I'm very sorry. I bet there are a few others that are as uninformed as I was. Again, sorry.
Fixed a leaky shower for $0.21... No more waste of perfectly drinkable water... Now, to continue laundry...
Quote from: mac900 on June 09, 2010, 07:20:54 AM
I'm very sorry. I bet there are a few others that are as uninformed as I was. Again, sorry.
No worries; my fault for not being more forthcoming.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 09, 2010, 08:37:52 AM
Fixed a leaky shower for $0.21... No more waste of perfectly drinkable water... Now, to continue laundry...
It's people like you that are keeping the economy down! Hire a plumber, cheapie! [cheeky]
Quote from: jebus tristos on June 09, 2010, 03:53:36 PM
It's people like you that are keeping the economy down! Hire a plumber, cheapie! [cheeky]
Jebus,
Remember I'm in Panama, my monthly salary is $400.00gross/$96.00net[after mortage]... So, am I being a cheapie?
Carlos, Jebus was being Jebus (a jokester), so don't take it too serious. But really now, hire a flipping plumber would ya?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2010, 02:24:21 AM
Carlos, Jebus was being Jebus (a jokester), so don't take it too serious. But really now, hire a flipping plumber would ya?
What can I tell ya, ... it took me 8 minutes to do what a plumber would have done in a full day or maybe more and then, when would I have had the time to shower? All I needed was a pipe wrench and a Phillips #2 screwdriver and a little PVC tape... Plus I get to tell tell the wife ' I did all by myself mommy' and get the spoils afterwards... jejeje
awwwhhhh... the spoils afterwards ;D
nothing says do naughty naughty things to me quite like "I fixed it!" [thumbsup]
I totally believe in the fix-it-yourself thing. Unfortunately I never got any extra rewards for that. I always had to say "see, now I can spend the money I saved, on you"
Or on goodies for my bikes
Quote from: mac900 on June 10, 2010, 07:43:58 AM
I always had to say "see, now I can spend the money I saved, on you"
Or on goodies for my bikes
and that is why you never let them know how much you saved by doing it yourself. Otherwise, Sammy would have a much larger collection of designer sweaters...
just dropped of the 848 for its 7.5k service and was promised it will be done by this afternoon. lets see how it goes...
I've finally got an interview today with a company I really want to work for. Good thing too, two months of being unemployed was making me crazy. There's only so much MW2 you can play...
More snorkeling today. I calculated the numbers: After all is said and done, my vacation will consist of approximately 46 hours without visitors in my house during my 2 weeks off.
And if i get asked "what's the Hawaiian word for that?" one more time......
Quote from: Javamoose on June 10, 2010, 10:24:32 AM
I've finally got an interview today with a company I really want to work for. Good thing too, two months of being unemployed was making me crazy. There's only so much MW2 you can play...
Congrats man! Hope it all goes well for you.
Quote from: Javamoose on June 10, 2010, 10:24:32 AM
I've finally got an interview today with a company I really want to work for. Good thing too, two months of being unemployed was making me crazy. There's only so much MW2 you can play...
Good luck man, ...
Being home even on vacation can drive you krazee...
Went for a ride...Lunallilo Fwy, Pali Hwy, Pali Drive, Pali Tunnel, 13 turns, Norfolk x2, Kapaa Qry Road, H3, H2, Tech Park, break at North Shore Market Place, snake road, Kunia Rd, H1, Stadium offramp, home...time for lunch & a nap... ;D
Took a look at the new Multi-strada. Looks nice in person, much better than I thought it would. Taking one for a test ride as soon as my gear gets here.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2010, 03:27:24 PM
Took a look at the new Multi-strada. Looks nice in person, much better than I thought it would. Taking one for a test ride as soon as my gear gets here.
That would be a nice addition to your stable... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Gene V on June 10, 2010, 12:07:34 PM
Went for a ride...Lunallilo Fwy, Pali Hwy, Pali Drive, Pali Tunnel, 13 turns, Norfolk x2, Kapaa Qry Road, H3, H2, Tech Park, break at North Shore Market Place, snake road, Kunia Rd, H1, Stadium offramp, home...time for lunch & a nap... ;D
Gene, I am really looking forward to my retirement. I hope mine will be as good as yours. [moto]
Quote from: Gene V on June 10, 2010, 04:49:34 PM
That would be a nice addition to your stable... [thumbsup]
Not even close to thinking about a third bike. I will barely have room for what I have now and will most likely be selling/donating/throwing away a lot of things once my HHG get here due to a MUCH smaller flat.
Sold the SC1000 today. Im sure some of you saw that coming after my struggle with South Seas and DNA for the last 5 months. I've lost confidence in Ducati and will not be buying another one until they go back to a non-plastic tank. Thinking of which, what was the last year that the Monsters came with a metal or aluminum tank? Luckily I was able to sell it for what I wanted (much higher than blue book and NADA), so maybe I'll start looking for a lightly used S4R. I'll still be hanging out here on the board and Im sure I'll see you guys down at Jamba Juice.
DAMN dude! Who did you sell it to?
You know, the new 1198S Corse has an alloy tank. ;D
Sold it to some joker on Maui. It will be totaled in a months time sad to say. He just got his license back after having it revoked for a DUI on his last bike...... What can I say, cash talks!
Poor bike...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 09, 2010, 04:01:17 PM
Jebus,
Remember I'm in Panama, my monthly salary is $400.00gross/$96.00net[after mortage]... So, am I being a cheapie?
Sorry dude, I figured the smiley made it obvious that I was joking. Perhaps I should think more before I act, but then I wouldn't be me!
DIY is
always appreciated [thumbsup]
picked up the 848 with out any issues, it was ready to go before i got off work so that was really nice. then me and the GF rode over to Tacos and More here in waianae and had some good food and great margaritas [wine]
Quote from: jebus tristos on June 10, 2010, 07:45:51 PM
Sorry dude, I figured the smiley made it obvious that I was joking. Perhaps I should think more before I act, but then I wouldn't be me!
DIY is always appreciated [thumbsup]
I got the smiley Jebus, just that, I'm usually a 'bad houseman' when a kid, my dad used to do almost everything and since it appears I was more of a 'stone in the shoe' that any help, I was usually kept in the dark about these shores.
So now, everytime I can, I jump and do it, unless it turns bad, no 'proffesional' is called ...
But, yes, we should support our local economies ...
Quote from: Brutale on June 10, 2010, 06:18:22 PM
Sold the SC1000 today. Im sure some of you saw that coming after my struggle with South Seas and DNA for the last 5 months. I've lost confidence in Ducati and will not be buying another one until they go back to a non-plastic tank. Thinking of which, what was the last year that the Monsters came with a metal or aluminum tank? Luckily I was able to sell it for what I wanted (much higher than blue book and NADA), so maybe I'll start looking for a lightly used S4R. I'll still be hanging out here on the board and Im sure I'll see you guys down at Jamba Juice.
2006 was the last year of the metal tanks, at least on the Superbikes. It might have been the first year of plastic tanks on Monsters but 2007 covered the whole range I believe. And yes! A low mileage, cared for S4R would be great fun!
There was that one guy that I met who was talking about selling his S4. It had the 916 engine, and not too many miles on it. I've since seen him coming on going out on Ford Island. You might want to keep an eye out for it...
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 10, 2010, 10:38:32 AM
Congrats man! Hope it all goes well for you.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 10, 2010, 10:59:14 AM
Good luck man, ...
Being home even on vacation can drive you krazee...
Thanks guys, it went really good. Seems like I got the job....but....they can't start me until August. :P
Quote from: Javamoose on June 11, 2010, 10:20:45 AM
Thanks guys, it went really good. Seems like I got the job....but....they can't start me until August. :P
Congrats!...maybe you can find a temp job to keep you occupied until August...
Tons of pretty ladies at the dog park today!!!
Quote from: Javamoose on June 11, 2010, 10:20:45 AM
Thanks guys, it went really good. Seems like I got the job....but....they can't start me until August. :P
Well, August sure is better than "sorry, but we just don't think it will work out". Congrats! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Javamoose on June 11, 2010, 10:20:45 AM
Thanks guys, it went really good. Seems like I got the job....but....they can't start me until August. :P
Once again and on Friday.... Congrats and have a cold one on my behalf... I'll have a drink on your name down here in the tropics...
Got my 57 year-old mom to go skydiving with me this afternoon. Great. Now she wants to go again tomorrow.
Quote from: zzilla on June 11, 2010, 09:36:43 PM
Got my 57 year-old mom to go skydiving with me this afternoon. Great. Now she wants to go again tomorrow.
cool!...
Quote from: zzilla on June 11, 2010, 09:36:43 PM
Got my 57 year-old mom to go skydiving with me this afternoon. Great. Now she wants to go again tomorrow.
Too bad we couldn't work that same magic to get the crazy old coot to axe his baffles. ;D
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. ;)
very happy to see that you are enjoying yourself over there [thumbsup]. and please feel free to take and post pics of said pretty ladies. [drool]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 12, 2010, 04:55:41 AM
Too bad we couldn't work that same magic to get the crazy old coot to axe his baffles. ;D
I just spit coffee all over the table in my living room. Damn you and your witty banter. ;D
[evil]
spent the afternoon at the range. we had some characters in our class today, one reminded me of robert. made for an interesting day. even the ppl next to us were giggling at us. got yelled at a couple times by the RO's. [laugh]
came home to a garage full of guys installing a supercharger in the drive way. i have a spare mustang sitting the driveway. too bad it's not ours n it's not running [roll]
i finally ordered the black satin ceramic coating.
Quote from: whackie on June 13, 2010, 01:03:59 AM
spent the afternoon at the range. we had some characters in our class today, one reminded me of robert. made for an interesting day. even the ppl next to us were giggling at us. got yelled at a couple times by the RO's. [laugh]
What's up with that? What happened?
dropped a tranny on a camaro changed the clutch, put tranny back in, now i have to go back and bleed the pedal, and hopefully take it for a test drive.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 13, 2010, 02:28:47 AM
What's up with that? What happened?
we had the typical guy crossing the yellow line. the lady that reminded me of robert, she was loading the magazine w/ the wrong hand and turned the gun so it was pointing at the guy next to her. then someone from our group was shooting the hollow tiles that are the end of the berm. that's just the stuff we got yelled at for. the ROs tend to watch us, but in a way it's good. we had our hands full yesterday.
Quote from: whackie on June 13, 2010, 10:59:54 AM
we had the typical guy crossing the yellow line. the lady that reminded me of robert, she was loading the magazine w/ the wrong hand and turned the gun so it was pointing at the guy next to her. then someone from our group was shooting the hollow tiles that are the end of the berm. that's just the stuff we got yelled at for. the ROs tend to watch us, but in a way it's good. we had our hands full yesterday.
Sounds like some of the clowns I used to work with...during qualifying/tactical training sessions I've observed people reloading magazines and chambering rounds with officers down range, tripping and falling down while carrying a loaded weapon, pointing weapons at others and just being oblivious to range safety and safe weapons handling...all of this after countless safety lectures...
I was handling a S&W model 59 one time in our house many years ago. The clip was out of the gun and no round in the chamber and all four people in the living room knew it was empty. I happened to pass the nose of it across the path of a Navy Seal but didn't have the barrel raised at him. I still got knocked down and had the riot act read to me. I have never been unconscious regarding gun safety since then.
Signed up for the Honolulu Marathon (only $45...so I couldn't pass it up!). So that gives me six months to train for that distance...longest so far has been a 10k...should be fun!
Woke up, walked the dogs, went to vet to pick up Rx for older dog's infection, came back home to watch F1 race....
Went to groccery store with wife, came home made lasagna and had some wine... Chianti of course, tomorrow, back to slavery...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on June 13, 2010, 02:30:48 PM
Signed up for the Honolulu Marathon (only $45...so I couldn't pass it up!). So that gives me six months to train for that distance...longest so far has been a 10k...should be fun!
so you actually pay money to be chased for 26+ miles... let me know how that works out for ya [thumbsup]
Went to the new climbing gym in Waipio. First time on a wall since 2002-3 ish. My fingers are hurty and I love it.
Ordered front suspension parts for the 240D. There's a big bike & car Sat. project coming up.
Quote from: mac900 on June 15, 2010, 10:02:06 PM
Ordered front suspension parts for the 240D. There's a big bike & car Sat. project coming up.
I'm planning on coming down, just let me know what time...
Anytime after 11am. The main push will be for the bikes. The car stuff will take all day so I'll put it off until next weekend. The valve adjustment is halfway done on the silver 620 but it still needs belts, brake pads and a steering neck check/adjustment. Then if I'm still motivated enough I might do the rear brakes on the yellow 620 unless I get sidetracked.
Okay, I'll be there unless something comes up...
You'll get side tracked. ;D
went camping over the weekend. forgot my mask so i had to watch while everyone else poked tako.
found two mysterious charges on my paypal. initiated a dispute.
Went down to Cycle Sport AKA Montgomery Motors today, they were closed to attend the funeral services of Brett Montgomery...didn't know Brett well, but had the occasion to talk to him a few times in the 30+ years that I've been in and out of there...seemed like a nice guy, may he rest in peace...
Quote from: Gene V on June 16, 2010, 03:38:23 PM
Went down to Cycle Sport AKA Montgomery Motors today, they were closed to attend the funeral services of Brett Montgomery...didn't know Brett well, but had the occasion to talk to him a few times in the 30+ years that I've been in and out of there...seemed like a nice guy, may he rest in peace...
RIP Brett
Yesterday:
Pre-ordered iPhone4. I'm such a tool.
Didn't sell the BMW
Today:
Left work early to sell the BMW. Didn't sell the BMW. Talked to someone else about the BMW. Sensing a trend here?
RIP Brett. A nice guy for sure. He sold my Gixxer to me. How did it happen?
Does the iPhone4 work with Verizon? I can't stand AT&T
Quote from: mac900 on June 16, 2010, 10:16:49 PM
RIP Brett. A nice guy for sure. He sold my Gixxer to me. How did it happen?
Don't know, saw his obit in the paper last week...he was only 52...
played hooky from work for the 3rd day in a row, skipped school just for the hell of it, cut the grass, washed and shaved the dog, backed up a bunch of files on my computer, and watched a few old movies... basically i wasted the entire day. [thumbsup]
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 16, 2010, 10:21:42 PM
played hooky from work for the 3rd day in a row,
that's why your boss makes you work on the weekends... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on June 17, 2010, 06:58:51 AM
that's why your boss makes your work on the weekends... ;D
lol no he does that cause he is an asshole.
i had 3 days of sick leave i had to use before the july first or i loose it. and since i am overworked and underpayed i am not giving up my sick leave. lol
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 17, 2010, 07:33:40 AM
... overworked and underpayed i am not giving up my sick leave. lol
You think you alone in this boat? ..
My hourly wage is $1.91...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 17, 2010, 01:52:15 PM
You think you alone in this boat? ..
My hourly wage is $1.91...
but arnt you in some 3rd world country where you can retire once you saved up like a hundred bucks?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 17, 2010, 11:44:41 PM
but arnt you in some 3rd world country where you can retire once you saved up like a hundred bucks?
That was a bazillion years ago...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 17, 2010, 11:44:41 PM
but arnt you in some 3rd world country where you can retire once you saved up like a hundred bucks?
Dude, you're in Makaha and you're talking about someone else being in a third world country? Really?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 18, 2010, 05:32:20 PM
Dude, you're in Makaha and you're talking about someone else being in a third world country? Really?
[laugh] [laugh]
Mini-Me approx 12 weeks. Due date is Christmas Eve. Jumps around like it's at a Kanye West concert.
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs537.snc3/30462_409886499039_500079039_4223928_7121363_n.jpg)
Now that's cool!...
Quote from: zzilla on June 18, 2010, 06:20:45 PM
Mini-Me approx 12 weeks. Due date is Christmas Eve. Jumps around like it's at a Kanye West concert.
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs537.snc3/30462_409886499039_500079039_4223928_7121363_n.jpg)
congrats ;D
Quote from: zzilla on June 18, 2010, 06:20:45 PM
Mini-Me approx 12 weeks. Due date is Christmas Eve. Jumps around like it's at a Kanye West concert.
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs537.snc3/30462_409886499039_500079039_4223928_7121363_n.jpg)
Trey, I'm really happy for you, and I'm gonna let you finish in a minute, but Beyoncé had THE best ultrasound image ever!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 19, 2010, 04:22:20 AM
Trey, I'm really happy for you, and I'm gonna let you finish in a minute, but Beyoncé had THE best ultrasound image ever!
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
[thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 19, 2010, 04:22:20 AM
Trey, I'm really happy for you, and I'm gonna let you finish in a minute, but Beyoncé had THE best ultrasound image ever!
Goddammit, that's the second time i had to clean coffee off the table in my living room! [laugh] [laugh]
Thanks for all the well wishes. I know she'll do just fine while I'm gone.
Quote from: zzilla on June 19, 2010, 10:21:14 AM
Goddammit, that's the second time i had to clean coffee off the table in my living room! [laugh] [laugh]
;D
Quote from: zzilla on June 19, 2010, 10:21:14 AM
Thanks for all the well wishes. I know she'll do just fine while I'm gone.
You guys have a good support network up there through work, right?
Through the FRG, and we have some friends down the street
Stopped by the shop to lend Rick a hand on his neighbor's 620, but mostly watched him work...
^ It's the thought that counts. Well, that and the beer. ;D
Don't underestimate the help. It was greatly appreciated. Finished off complete new fuel lines, valve adjustment checked, cam belts replaced, new battery & battery tender hookup, tightened a very loose steering neck, replaced a license plate bulb, diagnosed a bad rear brake light switch (which South Seas Ducati has, by the way [thumbsup]) -- I'll pick that sucker up tomorrow.
Forgot that this bike also needs the clutch bled and chain adjusted. Next week.
Listening to the unbaffled 848 warm up outside the office. [evil]
I'm ready for a ride, some grinds, a good cigar and some beer! [drink]
Quote from: zzilla on June 19, 2010, 10:21:14 AM
Goddammit, that's the second time i had to clean coffee off the table in my living room! [laugh] [laugh]
Thanks for all the well wishes. I know she'll do just fine while I'm gone.
i guess that's one thing i hate about the military. my cousin had her 3rd child this past april. it was the first one her husband was able to be there for. from what i understand they let him take leave since their boat was docked in another country.
Quote from: Gene V on June 19, 2010, 05:36:58 PM
Stopped by the shop to lend Rick a hand on his neighbor's 620, but mostly watched him work...
Forgot to mention, I learned some stuff too...think I could do cam belts now, at least on a Monster 620... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on June 19, 2010, 08:45:14 PM
Forgot to mention, I learned some stuff too...think I could do cam belts now, at least on a Monster 620... ;D
Well there you go then. Time to buy the Mrs. a bike.
Went to a job interview, part 1, part 2 should come in about 20 days when head honcho is in town... Happy that passed 1st filter...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 23, 2010, 01:38:51 PM
Went to a job interview, part 1, part 2 should come in about 20 days when head honcho is in town... Happy that passed 1st filter...
Hope things work out for you...
Quote from: Gene V on June 23, 2010, 02:46:27 PM
Hope things work out for you...
Thanks, I hope so too...
bf's engine is back. mentally preparing myself to be ignored for the next few days.
on the other hand, i'll get to run and watch movies.... hmm maybe i'll take a nap [laugh]
then give him shit n tell him he owes me
Put together new baby crib in record time!
Quote from: whackie on June 23, 2010, 08:49:41 PM
then give him shit n tell him he owes me
Women!...always giving us the business... [roll]
Quote from: Gene V on June 23, 2010, 09:27:23 PM
Women!...always giving us the business... [roll]
lol, got to use the leverage when we got it!
i got to spend the evening on the treadmill and watch from paris w/ love. was promised a foot massage.
but i supposedly got it while i was sleeping. >:(
Quote from: whackie on June 24, 2010, 12:10:01 PM
but i supposedly got it while i was sleeping. >:(
[laugh]
Went for a ride today on a road that could be best described as a 30 mile Tantalus. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 25, 2010, 01:55:25 PM
Went for a ride today on a road that could be best described as a 30 mile Tantalus. [thumbsup]
On the SD?...
Quote from: Gene V on June 25, 2010, 03:31:33 PM
On the SD?...
Nope. That bike is still somewhere far far away from me.
The SC got here yesterday though. [thumbsup]
cool...didn't you ship the SD first?
Yep, but it went with my HHG shipment.
It's my last weekend on the island, trying to have as much fun as possible
Quote from: zzilla on June 25, 2010, 05:23:42 PM
It's my last weekend on the island, trying to have as much fun as possible
Hookers and blow! [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 25, 2010, 01:55:25 PM
Went for a ride today on a road that could be best described as a 30 mile Tantalus. [thumbsup]
Ass.
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 25, 2010, 05:29:33 PM
Hookers and blow! [thumbsup]
Maybe on the check you get from your branch at your rank, but no way on mine! ;D
I'll just settle for rum and my lady [thumbsup] [drink]
Quote from: zzilla on June 25, 2010, 10:21:42 PM
Maybe on the check you get from your branch at your rank, but no way on mine! ;D
I'll just settle for rum and my lady [thumbsup] [drink]
That's probably a better plan. Less likely that you'll walk away with that special itch, or the gift that keeps on giving that way. ;)
Did about 150 miles of twisties again today, but stayed east of the city this time. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 26, 2010, 10:34:52 AM
Did about 150 miles of twisties again today, but stayed east of the city this time. ;D
>:( >:( You just wait until winter time buddy.
Another good place for breakfast died in Kailua. :(
Got a tire pump for Gloria's bike and taught her how to use it. [roll]
Delivered two cars to customers this morning and now will be dodging rain drops getting Tori's 620 safety inspected. I need to get some diesel biocide down at West Marine so I'll look for that Startron stuff too. May go by SS to see what's up with the rear stand I ordered.
Quote from: mac900 on June 26, 2010, 01:12:20 PM
Another good place for breakfast died in Kailua. :(
What's gone this time?
Quote from: mac900 on June 26, 2010, 01:07:49 PM
>:( >:(
;D
Quote from: mac900 on June 26, 2010, 01:07:49 PM
You just wait until winter time buddy.
Winter time will most likely involve the SC going out to Ducpond so Donnie Ungher can crack open the motor and drop in some high-compression pistons (possibly an 1100 kit) along with a larger oil cooler and then slap on a PCIII to map it all out.
Quote from: mac900 on June 26, 2010, 01:12:20 PM
May go by SS to see what's up with the rear stand I ordered.
i have the ducati one if u need to borrow. btw the ceramic stuff came in yesterday. but they're still installing his block, so we'll see when i actually get to do my stuff.
Spent the afternoon at the shop talking story with Rick...
Haven't been able to ride... way too much rain. So, next best thing to do, take care of bike and car..
Quote from: Gene V on June 26, 2010, 04:18:37 PM
Spent the afternoon at the shop talking story with Rick...
BME, such a happy place. Well, for those that don't have to spend all week there. ;)
Spent the past two days painting my new place. All the taping, dismounting and mounting of window treatments, ladder setting, hope never have to paint again. If so, white only!
Quote from: jebus tristos on June 26, 2010, 01:15:02 PM
What's gone this time?
A place which was called Honu's. They had most of the breakfast crew from Brent's including the main cook so the food was excellent. They were supposed to have a good dinner & bar with live jazz on Weds nights. I don't think they promoted the breakfast enough but it was said they were busy at night. I dunno. The whole place is closed and empty. Rumor has it they were getting behind in their payments to Kaneohe Ranch. KR seems to have it in mind to kill as many small businesses in Kailua as they can. They used to be pretty reasonable but now they seem to be money crazed, and at a time when everyone is hurting. They shouldn't be hurting. Hell, they own this whole half of the island.
Quote from: whackie on June 26, 2010, 03:18:18 PM
i have the ducati one if u need to borrow. btw the ceramic stuff came in yesterday. but they're still installing his block, so we'll see when i actually get to do my stuff.
Thanks. I already have stands for the 848. This is for the 1098, 1198 and Streetfighter, none of which I own but you never can tell. I had the stand for the 848 before I got it and was only using the stand on the HyperMotard. The first stand for the 1198 came in but Ducati left critical items off of it. I had ProItalia check one of their stands and it was missing stuff just like the one that was sent to SSD for me. DNA said that the stand was supposed to come with all the options so we'll see when the next one arrives. [roll]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 27, 2010, 03:13:53 AM
BME, such a happy place. Well, for those that don't have to spend all week there. ;)
I still manage to have a good time there, mostly.
Quote from: mac900 on June 27, 2010, 01:56:24 PM
I still manage to have a good time there, mostly.
[thumbsup]
saw gene this morning around 9ish on kunia road.
we hiked poamoho today. 6 miles, of which 2 were a little muddy. but amazing views and a some 4x4 action. i think i'm gonna go back to sleep, my feet are aching.
Quote from: whackie on June 27, 2010, 07:29:04 PM
saw gene this morning around 9ish on kunia road.
yes you did!...hey wait a minute, you spyin' on me or somethin'?... :o
Quote from: Gene V on June 27, 2010, 07:37:12 PM
yes you did!...hey wait a minute, you spyin' on me or somethin'?... :o
yes, of course. i'm trying to find out when you take ur mid morning naps. LOL.
haha, but we were on the way to the hike. i'd describe it more like the dog hanging out the window when they're riding a car and they see a cat. except it sounds like "omg, bike, omg.... that's gene!"
Quote from: whackie on June 27, 2010, 10:58:15 PM
yes, of course. i'm trying to find out when you take ur mid morning naps. LOL.
Gene's got a stalker!! [laugh] [laugh]
Dropped the SF off at SSD this morning for the 7.5k mile/1 year service, they will also mount up the new 2CTs... ;D
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
workaholic. you should take some time off.
Quote from: jebus tristos on June 29, 2010, 06:55:51 AM
you should take some time off.
I'll get right on that. [thumbsup]
Picked up the SF from SDD this morning and took the long way home via the Wilson Tunnel and North Shore...total for the 7.5k mile/1 year service was just over $800, which was picked up by the dealership... ;D
yeah that is a pretty sweet deal. too bad the next ones are out of our pockets, i can think of other things id rather spend $800 then routine maintanace... well maybe not ...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 30, 2010, 03:29:49 PM
too bad the next ones are out of our pockets
by then it will be out of warranty, so I'll probably do everything but check the valve clearances and change the cam belts...that'll save a couple of hundred at least...
Quote from: Gene V on June 30, 2010, 03:53:32 PM
by then it will be out of warranty, so I'll probably do everything but check the valve clearances and change the cam belts...that'll save a couple of hundred at least...
i took the extended warranty. i figure if i am going to be making payments on it for 4 years, it might as well be covered for 4 years. so that gives me 3 1/2 years to learn how to do the valves and belts myself... if i can learn a 300ZX twin turbo inside and out, then an 848 should be a piece of cake hahahahaha... hahaha... haha...ha... or not
and I know a guy who may be willing to help/teach if we're nice to him...
Quote from: Gene V on June 30, 2010, 04:24:02 PM
and I know a guy who may be willing to help/teach if we're nice to him...
do you think he will accept beer as payment?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 30, 2010, 08:34:58 PM
do you think he will accept beer as payment?
he's been known to...
The valve shim kit for the superbikes & streetfighter is $400.00 for the basic set alone. Not counting installing any fancy collets or needed special tools. Do I see a show of hands? [roll] Then there are separate kits for the old two valve engines and the new two valve engines. Or you could measure the clearances, take out the shims where adjustment is needed, measure them and order the individual replacement shims you think you need. Your engine could be apart for a month, or more, unless you put it back together and then took it back apart when the shims came in. And hope you ordered the proper needed shims. How's that? Just sayin'.
Having Will do it doesn't seem so bad now, does it?
And that's just the valve adjustment. Cam belts on a 4 valver are another story.
Not that any of this can't be done...... it can....... but how much is it worth? We may all have our own answers.
Quote from: mac900 on June 30, 2010, 09:44:06 PM
The valve shim kit for the superbikes & streetfighter is $400.00 for the basic set alone. Not counting installing any fancy collets or needed special tools. Do I see a show of hands? [roll] Then there are separate kits for the old two valve engines and the new two valve engines. Or you could measure the clearances, take out the shims where adjustment is needed, measure them and order the individual replacement shims you think you need. Your engine could be apart for a month, or more, unless you put it back together and then took it back apart when the shims came in. And hope you ordered the proper needed shims. How's that? Just sayin'.
Having Will do it doesn't seem so bad now, does it?
And that's just the valve adjustment. Cam belts on a 4 valver are another story.
Not that any of this can't be done...... it can....... but how much is it worth? We may all have our own answers.
I think I'll just stick with changing the oil and spark plugs before I take it for the next valve clearance check... ;D
Hey, even changing spark plugs could be an adventure. [thumbsup]
Now, out of that "$800.00" what was parts and what was labor? Did you even get a breakdown of costs & services/parts rendered on an invoice? Did you pay separately for the tire swaps and how are those new tires? I've got one of these services coming soon and I don't think I have any freebies like that coming. [cheeky]
Okay maybe I'll let Will do the plugs also, but I'll supply the parts... ;D
Here's the breakdown on the cost, which didn't include the m/b of the new tires ($105):
Parts $177.45 (including $88 for 2 sparkplugs*, $20 for a filter & $65 for oil)
Labor $600 (8 hours)
Tax $36.63
New tires make the bike feel more nimble...much more eager on turn in, which will take some getting used as the bike feels like it wants to flop over on it's own...only 80 miles on them so far.
*Motorcycle SuperStore has these plugs for $16.25...each.
Quote from: Gene V on July 01, 2010, 09:26:10 AM
New tires make the bike feel more nimble...much more eager on turn in, which will take some getting used as the bike feels like it wants to flop over on it's own...only 80 miles on them so far.
Ditching all that extra weight that your carrying around (think baffles) would help even that out. ;D
working on it...
Quote from: Gene V on July 01, 2010, 09:26:10 AM
Okay maybe I'll let Will do the plugs also, but I'll supply the parts... ;D
Here's the breakdown on the cost, which didn't include the m/b of the new tires ($105):
Parts $177.45 (including $88 for 2 sparkplugs*, $20 for a filter & $65 for oil)
Labor $600 (8 hours)
Tax $36.63
New tires make the bike feel more nimble...much more eager on turn in, which will take some getting used as the bike feels like it wants to flop over on it's own...only 80 miles on them so far.
*Motorcycle SuperStore has these plugs for $16.25...each.
I can definitely see the labor time. It was harder working on the 620 than the old carbed Monster and there is lots more time needed on the 4 valver.
I once bought some NGK replacement spark plugs for the 999. Due to the different insulator shape and distance to the actual hex where the socket grabs I couldn't install them without grinding down the walls of the spark plug socket. Didn't want to do that so I paid the price for the Champions. Now if it is exactly the same exact spark plug then that is worth it to shop elsewhere.
Quote from: mac900 on July 02, 2010, 07:33:43 AM
Now if it is exactly the same exact spark plug then that is worth it to shop elsewhere.
Same plug or not, at $44 each it's worth it to shop elsewhere... :o
Checked tire air pressures before my ride this morning, 31F and 37R...last folks to touch them were at SSD when they did the mount & balance on Monday... ???
Quote from: Gene V on July 02, 2010, 12:08:26 PM
Checked tire air pressures before my ride this morning, 31F and 37R...last folks to touch them were at SSD when they did the mount & balance on Monday... ???
What pressure do you normally run them at? IIRC, that's not far off from what Ducati suggest in the manual...
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 02, 2010, 01:49:06 PM
What pressure do you normally run them at? IIRC, that's not far off from what Ducati suggest in the manual...
Manual calls for 2.5 bar or 36.2 psi, front and rear...I've been running 32/35...
are the guages calibrated the same?
of of course thats cold tire pressure right?
I use 2.4/2.6 Fr/Rr... Cold; pres after 5 mile run, 2.7/2.7... MotionPro dial gauge...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 02, 2010, 04:53:42 PM
are the guages calibrated the same?
of of course thats cold tire pressure right?
granted the gauges may not be calibrated the same, but the manual says 36F/36R a zero pound differential and they give you 31F/37R, a 6 lb differential...
For what it's worth, in all of the tire changes I've ever had done in my life, motorcycle or car, I have yet to have proper pressures set from the shop. Some were close, OK, some were far apart but none spot on. You always have to check. Always.
Quote from: mac900 on July 02, 2010, 09:18:50 PM
For what it's worth, in all of the tire changes I've ever had done in my life, motorcycle or car, I have yet to have proper pressures set from the shop. Some were close, OK, some were far apart but none spot on. You always have to check. Always.
Agreed, but with them so far off you wonder what else you should be checking...
Yesterday's ride...
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Skyline+Dr&daddr=Skyline+Dr+to:38.363195,-78.546753&geocode=FWKoUQIds8VW-w%3BFSzdTgIdDOpU-w%3B&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1&sll=38.405178,-78.370972&sspn=0.309935,0.625534&ie=UTF8&ll=38.658705,-78.186951&spn=0.617688,1.251068&z=10 (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Skyline+Dr&daddr=Skyline+Dr+to:38.363195,-78.546753&geocode=FWKoUQIds8VW-w%3BFSzdTgIdDOpU-w%3B&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1&sll=38.405178,-78.370972&sspn=0.309935,0.625534&ie=UTF8&ll=38.658705,-78.186951&spn=0.617688,1.251068&z=10)
Quote from: Gene V on July 02, 2010, 09:24:03 PM
Agreed, but with them so far off you wonder what else you should be checking...
The "Gotcha" of my profession. Been dealing with it for years. Tech does a 3 hour service and does all kinds of good stuff and then forgets to reset the service lights. You can see it in the customer's eyes. They doubt anything was done and you've just raped them. Doing it all 100% perfect 100% of the time is impossible so it seems.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 03, 2010, 05:12:20 AM
Yesterday's ride...
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Skyline+Dr&daddr=Skyline+Dr+to:38.363195,-78.546753&geocode=FWKoUQIds8VW-w%3BFSzdTgIdDOpU-w%3B&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1&sll=38.405178,-78.370972&sspn=0.309935,0.625534&ie=UTF8&ll=38.658705,-78.186951&spn=0.617688,1.251068&z=10 (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Skyline+Dr&daddr=Skyline+Dr+to:38.363195,-78.546753&geocode=FWKoUQIds8VW-w%3BFSzdTgIdDOpU-w%3B&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1&sll=38.405178,-78.370972&sspn=0.309935,0.625534&ie=UTF8&ll=38.658705,-78.186951&spn=0.617688,1.251068&z=10)
You must stop these kind of posts. We are shifting from envying you to hating you. >:( [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on July 03, 2010, 09:03:22 AM
You must stop these kind of posts. We are shifting from envying you to hating you. >:( [laugh]
I've already invited you. ;)
And in a few weeks, we would be able to take both bikes out there. Do one pass, and then swap. [evil]
Quote from: mac900 on July 03, 2010, 08:50:35 AM
The "Gotcha" of my profession. Been dealing with it for years. Tech does a 3 hour service and does all kinds of good stuff and then forgets to reset the service lights. You can see it in the customer's eyes. They doubt anything was done and you've just raped them. Doing it all 100% perfect 100% of the time is impossible so it seems.
Sorry about being a doubter, I guess that goes along with being a BMW owner also...pregnant dog, pregnant dog, pregnant dog... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on July 03, 2010, 09:34:56 AM
Sorry about being a doubter, I guess that goes along with being a BMW owner also...pregnant dog, pregnant dog, pregnant dog... ;D
The doubt is good for the most part. It keeps all of us on our toes where we need to be. At least half of our success at work is because the techs know that there are two to three of us checking all the time, or at least most of the time. Human nature being what it is.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 03, 2010, 09:31:05 AM
I've already invited you. ;)
And in a few weeks, we would be able to take both bikes out there. Do one pass, and then swap. [evil]
The invite is all good and all. However.......
Don't mind me too much. I've got a bike with a tank full of gas and it's raining. Plus I have to go into the shop and rebuild the front end on the car which will take all day. So I'm just grumpy, not that you could tell from any other day. [laugh]
Then there's always beer & cigars at the end of the day with MotoGP tomorrow. [beer]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 03, 2010, 05:12:20 AM
Yesterday's ride...
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Skyline+Dr&daddr=Skyline+Dr+to:38.363195,-78.546753&geocode=FWKoUQIds8VW-w%3BFSzdTgIdDOpU-w%3B&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1&sll=38.405178,-78.370972&sspn=0.309935,0.625534&ie=UTF8&ll=38.658705,-78.186951&spn=0.617688,1.251068&z=10 (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Skyline+Dr&daddr=Skyline+Dr+to:38.363195,-78.546753&geocode=FWKoUQIds8VW-w%3BFSzdTgIdDOpU-w%3B&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=2&sz=11&via=1&sll=38.405178,-78.370972&sspn=0.309935,0.625534&ie=UTF8&ll=38.658705,-78.186951&spn=0.617688,1.251068&z=10)
is that road really as awesome as it looks?
I just checked it out using google earth...Wow!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on July 03, 2010, 09:03:22 AM
You must stop these kind of posts. We are shifting from envying you to hating you. >:( [laugh]
Shift
ing? ;D
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 03, 2010, 11:44:05 AM
is that road really as awesome as it looks?
That's Skyline Drive, in the Shenandoa (spelling?) National Forest. The road is on federal land and patroled pretty heavily from what I'm told. The speed limit ranges from35 to 45 on most of it, but you really don't do go much faster. Well, until I learn the road that is. [evil]
Noticed the effects of ethanol in our gas in the form of a small bump and a bulge in my gas tank this morning.
Went to the shop and bothered Rick for a couple hours this afternoon.
Stopped by SSD on the way home to have the ethanol bump & bulge documented.
Quote from: Gene V on July 03, 2010, 05:14:34 PM
Noticed the effects of ethanol in our gas in the form of a small bump and a bulge in my gas tank this morning.
And another one goes down... Sorry that your tank is getting all pimply Gene.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 03, 2010, 05:16:25 PM
And another one goes down... Sorry that your tank is getting all pimply Gene.
The bike's a year old, so I kinda figured it was coming...
Quote from: Gene V on July 03, 2010, 06:23:43 PM
The bike's a year old, so I kinda figured it was coming...
Yea... My second tank is starting to pimple and swell as well...
Took apart the 240D front suspension yesterday and replaced the lower ball joints on both sides and replaced the upper control arms/ball joints too. New wheel bearings on the left front wheel. Didn't get finished until about 6pm. Whew!
Had nine riders in our group today. Good ride. A little on the big side for the group but OK.
Quote from: mac900 on July 04, 2010, 02:52:48 PM
Had nine riders in our group today. Good ride. A little on the big side for the group but OK.
That's cool. One thing that I am starting to realize about living/riding here; I got used to riding with a bunch of SBK owners down on Oahu, and most everyone here are riding monsters. Feels like I am stuck in 3rd gear. lol
Anyhow, happy 4th everybody. [beer]
If I may, Happy 4th to you guys...!!!
Today, I did something I usually don't do almost never, nothing, yeap, that's what I did, apart from watching the Moto2 & MotoGP races, nothing...
Have a good one...
Quote from: mac900 on July 04, 2010, 02:52:48 PM
Had nine riders in our group today. Good ride. A little on the big side for the group but OK.
Looks like I missed another good one...
The wiff is flying out for an unknown amount of time tomorrow, so this weekend has been pretty concentrated around getting ready to go. Fun times indeed.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 04, 2010, 04:00:54 PM
The wiff is flying out for an unknown amount of time tomorrow, so this weekend has been pretty concentrated around getting ready to go. Fun times indeed.
Any chance she would be making a stop in my neck of the woods?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 04, 2010, 03:03:31 PM
That's cool. One thing that I am starting to realize about living/riding here; I got used to riding with a bunch of SBK owners down on Oahu, and most everyone here are riding monsters. Feels like I am stuck in 3rd gear. lol
Give it time. That'll change.
Quote from: mac900 on July 04, 2010, 05:07:45 PM
Give it time. That'll change.
You sure? Each time I've gone out up here it's been on roads that the local guys know really really well. I always start off in the back (as the new guy) but I end up as the second rider almost as soon as we hit the twisties, and am always yelling "come on, GO!" inside my helmet to the guy in front. lol
Tomorrow's ride is supposed to be a "faster pace", so we shall see...
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 04, 2010, 05:46:03 PM
You sure? Each time I've gone out up here it's been on roads that the local guys know really really well. I always start off in the back (as the new guy) but I end up as the second rider almost as soon as we hit the twisties, and am always yelling "come on, GO!" inside my helmet to the guy in front. lol
Tomorrow's ride is supposed to be a "faster pace", so we shall see...
I'm willing to bet that there are SBK riders there or others of a similar ilk to our JJ ride and you just haven't hooked up with them yet.
Quote from: mac900 on July 04, 2010, 06:51:45 PM
I'm willing to bet that there are SBK riders there or others of a similar ilk to our JJ ride and you just haven't hooked up with them yet.
probably be able to find more on ducati spot. there seems to be some east cost ppl there. they might know other forums to check out too. i know there's area club forums as well.
today we did a 6.5 mile hike. not feeling too bad at all, hopefully i'm in the same condition in the morning. too bad all the hikes are scheduled on sunday. next week is 9 miles :o so maybe i'll opt to go riding.
I've talked to a few folks on DucatiSpot, but they're a funny lot. Quite a few of them complain that no one is riding or doing anything, but then make no effort to show up when you mention a ride or meet up spot. Granted, it's only been two weeks or so, so I'll have to give it some time.
Then there's DCSportbikes.net. What to say about this... A lot like forums Hawaii; there are a few good people on there, but very much overwhelmed by tools.
I taking the Pegoretti out for a bit this morning. I'll check back in a couple hours to see if anyone is going out. Looks like a nice day again. South Seas was closed yesterday but I might have to stop by there again today to sort out the rear stand debacle.
Kind of a slow day around here, huh?
Quote from: mac900 on July 05, 2010, 11:37:44 AM
Kind of a slow day around here, huh?
pretty much has been since DRKWNG left...
Quote from: Gene V on July 05, 2010, 12:46:56 PM
pretty much has been since DRKWNG left...
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Might as well just off ourselves now.
[cheeky]
You see this, Benji? You selfish sonovapoop?
Quote from: Gene V on July 05, 2010, 12:46:56 PM
pretty much has been since DRKWNG left...
And I'm still trying to do my part for across the country. ;D
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 05, 2010, 01:01:38 PM
Might as well just off ourselves now.
[cheeky]
You see this, Benji? You selfish sonovapoop?
Hey, I'm merely a product of my environment...
Hmmm... seems I can't manage to operate this board properlike. I'd fix it, but then where would the evidence be?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 04, 2010, 05:46:03 PM
You sure? Each time I've gone out up here it's been on roads that the local guys know really really well. I always start off in the back (as the new guy) but I end up as the second rider almost as soon as we hit the twisties, and am always yelling "come on, GO!" inside my helmet to the guy in front. lol
Tomorrow's ride is supposed to be a "faster pace", so we shall see...
So, how did yesterday's ride go?
We've got our monthly Ducati South Seas ride coming up this Sunday. Oh boy!
Quote from: mac900 on July 06, 2010, 07:22:49 AM
So, how did yesterday's ride go?
It was a little bit better, but good F'ng god it was hot!!! Even in the hills of WV! I was done and ready to head home by around the forth hour, but the guy who was leading (subsequently the only person who knew where we were) wanted to go and hit every flipping pseudo straight country road out there. All in all we did about 300 miles and lost about 15 pounds in sweat.
Quote from: mac900 on July 06, 2010, 07:22:49 AM
We've got our monthly Ducati South Seas ride coming up this Sunday. Oh boy!
Oh behave. ;)
Quote from: mac900 on July 06, 2010, 07:22:49 AM
We've got our monthly Ducati South Seas ride coming up this Sunday. Oh boy!
so who's gonna watch the Surgemeister?...
Quote from: Gene V on July 06, 2010, 12:17:00 PM
so who's gonna watch the Surgemeister?...
Not me.
furniture & house stuff
spent b-day at plaza club watching aloha tower fireworks
watched races
thought about making bike legal
I haven't started the bike since January. Should I be draining the tank and using fresh gas before firing it up? What then do I do with a can of old gas? :-\
[Pregnant doging out loud]I figure I should be changing the belts soon too.[/Pregnant doging out loud]
Quote from: DesmoBlob on July 06, 2010, 03:19:57 PM
I haven't started the bike since January. Should I be draining the tank and using fresh gas before firing it up? What then do I do with a can of old gas? :-\
[Pregnant doging out loud]I figure I should be changing the belts soon too.[/Pregnant doging out loud]
Put some Startron in it and run it . You should be fine. As for the belts, didn't you do them a couple of years ago. I know that the factory says change them every two years but you haven't done squat for riding except that trip to Maui, or am I mistaken? Maybe they can last another year but if not let me know as I'd like to see how you do them. Or maybe I'm totally out in space, which is not that hard to believe.
I've been working on two 620's lately, one of which wasn't run for about 2 years and the other only out and about for a couple of 5 mile jaunts in all of one year. Both have gas in the tanks that has that rotten gas piss odor and the recently driven one popped out brown gas when I replaced the fuel hoses. Both started and idled and seem to run OK and just filling the tank with fresh gas made one even just a little better. The 2 year one is still not yet street legal but soon will be and I'll put fresh gas and a good dose of Startron in it. No worries.
Attempted to install the new Barracuda windscreen from Monster Parts this morning...no fit, they sent the wrong part... >:(
Correct part on the way... ;D
Quote from: mac900 on July 06, 2010, 10:11:41 PM
Put some Startron in it and run it .
Aha! That's what I wanted to hear. Is that the same stuff mentioned in the other thread?
QuoteYou should be fine. As for the belts, didn't you do them a couple of years ago. I know that the factory says change them every two years but you haven't done squat for riding except that trip to Maui, or am I mistaken? Maybe they can last another year but if not let me know as I'd like to see how you do them. Or maybe I'm totally out in space, which is not that hard to believe.
Yeah wasn't looking forward to the belts. IIRC I did them in 2008, and only have a few thousand miles on them. But my thinking was that they've been sitting motionless, tightly wound about the pulleys for 6 months. "Spot-tension memory," akin to flatspotting an F1 tire but with belts and angular deflection.
My reg expires this month, and I need a safety check, so I gotta get this thing legal and running again.
I can understand your concern about the belts given the engine they are sitting in but I think you'll be fine. We already had the new generation belts before 2008 so they should be more than strong enough and six months isn't anything to worry about. Check the other forums for other opinions if you want. I'd worry more about the state of your battery charge than any other thing on the bike.
Remove the baffles from my Akrapovics this morning and went for a ride...way too loud, neighbors that had previously thrown me a shaka as I road by were flippin' me the bird.
Borrowed an idea from Rick and cut down the baffles and then reinserted them into the cans...sounds just right.
That's good. At least some change was made. Yay!
Went down to the shop and watch Rick clean his 848... ;D
Dropped the bike off at SS for service, then a Haute Dog. Num [thumbsup]
Quote from: Gene V on July 10, 2010, 04:09:06 PM
Went down to the shop and watch Rick clean his 848... ;D
funny, he was doing the same thing when we got there.
made jack daniel's bbq wings. cornbread, and corn on the cob... while the bf worked on getting the exhaust headers off. ceramics are done, and will hopefully get back on tonight.
Quote from: Gene V on July 10, 2010, 04:09:06 PM
Went down to the shop and watch Rick clean his 848... ;D
And didn't even get mussed up going home. ;D ;D
Ran half mile to gym at 1730. Thought my throat was going to blister and start to bleed it was so hot. worked out. ate food. consumed 2 gallons of water yesterday. up to a 1.25 gal so far today. Living vicariously through the DMF and youtube.
Quote from: zzilla on July 11, 2010, 02:04:42 AM
Ran half mile to gym at 1730. Thought my throat was going to blister and start to bleed it was so hot. worked out. ate food. consumed 2 gallons of water yesterday. up to a 1.25 gal so far today. Living vicariously through the DMF and youtube.
Hell man, I almost want to deploy just so I can get back into shape again. lol
And speaking of that, I might be heading back down to Kabul for a few weeks... [thumbsup]
If I could go for a few weeks, I'd be down. It's the 8-15 month dealie that changes my mind every time.
Parts of today's ride...
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&q=http:%2F%2Fapi.motionxlive.com%2Fmotionx-remote%2Fapi%2Fgps%2Fhost%2F55a42d33-6755-424b-8e5f-4733183a2aa5&ie=UTF8&ll=38.899583,-76.547241&spn=0.613468,1.18927&z=10 (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&q=http:%2F%2Fapi.motionxlive.com%2Fmotionx-remote%2Fapi%2Fgps%2Fhost%2F55a42d33-6755-424b-8e5f-4733183a2aa5&ie=UTF8&ll=38.899583,-76.547241&spn=0.613468,1.18927&z=10)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 11, 2010, 05:08:51 PM
Parts of today's ride...
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&q=http:%2F%2Fapi.motionxlive.com%2Fmotionx-remote%2Fapi%2Fgps%2Fhost%2F55a42d33-6755-424b-8e5f-4733183a2aa5&ie=UTF8&ll=38.899583,-76.547241&spn=0.613468,1.18927&z=10 (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&q=http:%2F%2Fapi.motionxlive.com%2Fmotionx-remote%2Fapi%2Fgps%2Fhost%2F55a42d33-6755-424b-8e5f-4733183a2aa5&ie=UTF8&ll=38.899583,-76.547241&spn=0.613468,1.18927&z=10)
Can I just put a block on this guy? Jeesh!
;D
Man, I'm telling you... I think the riding in southern Maryland is better than the stuff out in western Virginia. There are sections with more extreme twisties out to the west, but they are punctuated by very long stretches of straight roads. The stuff in MD is much more consistent and has such better flow.
I know the roads near Jen's sister's house are pretty incredible. They're also VERY narrow, and tend toward moist and crowded with Audis.
Some of the roads that we were on today were stupid narrow, like old UK village road narrow only without the hedgerow.
What part of the state is Jenn's sis in?
Spent the majority of today's ride on an 1198. We had a smaller group than normal with almost all superbikes. Only had two Monsters, one of which was Jing. Mulan showed with his 796 HM. The guy that bought the red 999S was there. No Streetfighters.
The suspension on the 1198 is definitely different than the 848. The front forks feel similar but the rear shock on the big bike is more compliant than the one on the little brother. I think Emile should work on the front end a little more but that's about it. While the big bike is faster and has more torque it doesn't seem the huge difference now from the times before when I rode them. You don't have to work them as hard as the 848 and it's not that hard to manage the throttle. I guess that's what lots of SBK saddle time does to you.
One thing though is that the 1198 runs a lot hotter, about an average of 20 degrees hotter at all times, even driving at freeway speeds and don't slow down cause it goes to over 200* in no time. Just like the 999. The 848 is far better in traffic. I liked the dry clutch action better than the wet clutch but that's so close as to be a non-factor. The front brake on the 1198 is much more powerful and that's nice but I may have that fixed before the year is out.
Would it be worth it for me to strain to jump the difference between the cost/selling price of the 848 to get even a used 1198? In short, nope.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 11, 2010, 05:23:08 PM
Some of the roads that we were on today were stupid narrow, like old UK village road narrow only without the hedgerow.
What part of the state is Jenn's sis in?
Potomac. Pretty. Pretty 'spensive!
mounted up the Barracuda flyscreen to the SF this morning...
Found out the bike is going to be at SS for a while. They have, essentially, none of the parts in stock.
On the other hand, got a box in the mail. ;D
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 12, 2010, 08:06:09 PM
Found out the bike is going to be at SS for a while. They have, essentially, none of the parts in stock.
Shocking! [roll]
Quote from: Brutale on July 12, 2010, 09:45:58 PM
Shocking! [roll]
HATER!!
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 12, 2010, 08:06:09 PM
On the other hand, got a box in the mail. ;D
OH OH!! What's in the box? What's in the box???
Quote from: Brutale on July 12, 2010, 09:45:58 PM
Shocking! [roll]
I had a feeling we might hear from you on this one :-*
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 13, 2010, 12:58:40 AM
OH OH!! What's in the box? What's in the box???
"I got a box" is your line, though now you already know the answer.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 13, 2010, 06:54:47 AM
"I got a box" is your line, though now you already know the answer.
And knowing is slightly more than half the battle... [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 11, 2010, 05:23:08 PM
like old UK village road narrow only without the hedgerow.
:-\ whenever i see that word
hedgerow, somehow i get a humming in my head and a strange sensation that a piper is calling me to join him and i hear forests echoing with laughter.
over the weekend
got furniture
pregnant doged at furniture store
got replacement furniture
replaced a popup sprinkler head
ordered area rugs
lost watch
jamba
continued making bike legal
Quote from: DesmoBlob on July 13, 2010, 10:18:53 AM
over the weekend
got furniture
pregnant doged at furniture store
got replacement furniture
replaced a popup sprinkler head
ordered area rugs
lost watch
jamba
continued making bike legal
busy man...
Bike legal? You mean it's worse than out here in Aloha land?
Quote from: mac900 on July 13, 2010, 09:43:12 PM
Bike legal? You mean it's worse than out here in Aloha land?
old license plate bracket broke. >:(
fabricating a new one, and must incorporate license plate lights to pass safety inspection. [leo]
most of it is done. trying to be creative and find the least conspicuous way do do the wiring, etc.
takes forever because i only work on it a few minutes a day.
Went for ride this morning...plenty of fist size & bigger rocks on the road in Norfolk, Waimanalo bound...
They are still there as of 8pm tonight. I'll get them off the road tomorrow morning if I have time.
Quote from: mac900 on July 15, 2010, 10:46:10 PM
They are still there as of 8pm tonight. I'll get them off the road tomorrow morning if I have time.
Nice of you to volunteer... ;D
Uumm. I forgot this morning, the road being dark and all. [roll] So, if you are heading down that road this morning watch out for the third turn (the fast right hand bend beside the house in the "hole"). That corner always has debris in it. The other morning I tossed two coconuts and a big palm frond off of it. Always have visions of rider coming around there hooked up and then going SHIT!
finished fabricating stuff. ugly. but it should pass safety.
ultimately got paranoid after reading too much internets. flushed fuel.
cycled fuel pump with fresh fuel & startron.
put back the DOT bits.
aired tires.
finally after almost 7 months of hibernation, pressed START button.......
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/misc/its_alive_clive.gif)
IT'S ALIVE!!!
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/misc/its_alive_wilder.gif)
now must get safety check. >:(
Congrats!... [thumbsup]
Congrats, now, remember to take all DOT bits off after safety check...
Picked up wife's brother and family at the airport this morning...will be playing tour guide for the week...no [moto] until Saturday at the soonest... :(
Quote from: DesmoBlob on July 18, 2010, 05:12:20 PM
finished fabricating stuff. ugly. but it should pass safety.
ultimately got paranoid after reading too much internets. flushed fuel.
cycled fuel pump with fresh fuel & startron.
put back the DOT bits.
aired tires.
finally after almost 7 months of hibernation, pressed START button.......
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/misc/its_alive_clive.gif)
IT'S ALIVE!!!
(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a304/DesmoBob/misc/its_alive_wilder.gif)
now must get safety check. >:(
I know that exact feeling with a 999.
Funny, my old 999 is in the back of SS. Dead for over a year now. I've just about shaken off any attachment to it but, somehow, I'd still like to get it to run again. That bike doesn't deserve the crappy life it's had.
Quote from: mac900 on July 20, 2010, 07:36:26 AM
I know that exact feeling with a 999.
Funny, my old 999 is in the back of SS. Dead for over a year now. I've just about shaken off any attachment to it but, somehow, I'd still like to get it to run again. That bike doesn't deserve the crappy life it's had.
lets go there this weekend and recue her... ill bring the bolt cutters.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 20, 2010, 11:18:55 AM
lets go there this weekend and recue her... ill bring the bolt cutters.
As much as I hate to say it (as I loved that bike too), that thing is dead. It would require so much to get back up and running, and that is going on the assumption that the frame is not tweaked too much...
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 20, 2010, 11:36:37 AM
As much as I hate to say it (as I loved that bike too), that thing is dead. It would require so much to get back up and running, and that is going on the assumption that the frame is not tweaked too much...
I could go for it, at a proper price (which, of course, no one will agree to) just to get the engine running. Never mind put it back on the road. :(
Quote from: mac900 on July 20, 2010, 10:02:07 PM
I could go for it, at a proper price (which, of course, no one will agree to) just to get the engine running. Never mind put it back on the road. :(
well if thats the case, lets give her a proper burial... ill bring the bolt cutters [thumbsup]
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 20, 2010, 10:06:52 PM
well if thats the case, lets give her a proper burial... ill bring the bolt cutters [thumbsup]
If anything like that happened they'd come looking for me right away regardless of these posts. [laugh] There may be a way, somehow, someday, but I'm not going to spend too much energy on it.
Quote from: mac900 on July 20, 2010, 10:02:07 PM
I could go for it, at a proper price (which, of course, no one will agree to) just to get the engine running. Never mind put it back on the road. :(
If just to get the engine running, I gotta think it could power one helluva lawnmower.
(http://blogs.mirror.co.uk/cars-motorbikes/61use100mphmower.jpg)
(yesterday)
got free safety check (yay coupon)
renewed registration (yay hawaii kai no line)
got new bmx brakes
realized i got two RIGHT levers >:( >:( >:( poop
re-routed front brake to right handlebar and changed brake
repacked rear bearings
realized i need bmx freewheel tool to repack freewheel mechanism >:( >:(
i may just say fawk it and get whole new wheels. cones are pitted, axle bent, rims warped and scuffed. but she still rides "well" after 30 years.
Quote from: DesmoBlob on July 21, 2010, 06:04:59 PM
i may just say fawk it and get whole new wheels. cones are pitted, axle bent, rims warped and scuffed. but she still rides "well" after 30 years.
Did you race BMX back then?
Quote from: Gene V on July 21, 2010, 06:22:08 PM
Did you race BMX back then?
I did. On a beat up old Redline.
Chuck Norris races BMX in a Radio Flyer Wagon ;D
Quote from: Gene V on July 21, 2010, 06:22:08 PM
Did you race BMX back then?
yup
raced home every evenin' to avoid gettin' a whuppin' fer bein' late fer supper
Got a couple more smokes...
I bent two Redline frames, a GT bikes frame and a Webco frame...That was back in the day
Picked the monster up from SS. ONly $760-something for my 12k service. Ugh.
made mango ice cream tonight. someone gave us mangoes last weekend. still has to harden overnight, can't wait to try it.
thinking of making jack daniel ice cream tomorrow!!! maybe u can guess, my new toy is an ice cream maker... lol
;D
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 22, 2010, 05:52:12 PM
Picked the monster up from SS. ONly $760-something for my 12k service. Ugh.
ONly $760-something ... :o
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 22, 2010, 05:52:12 PM
Picked the monster up from SS. ONly $760-something for my 12k service. Ugh.
Depending on what that covers that's not bad at all. I'll be taking the 848 in for it's 7500 check in a couple of weeks and I reckon it'll run in that ball park. I've seen the results of people not spending money on their bikes and it's not pretty.
Quote from: mac900 on July 23, 2010, 07:26:40 AM
Depending on what that covers that's not bad at all. I'll be taking the 848 in for it's 7500 check in a couple of weeks and I reckon it'll run in that ball park. I've seen the results of people not spending money on their bikes and it's not pretty.
Here in Panama, my services have costed me, 1k $375.00; 5000kms $225.00; 10 000kms $450.00; 12 000kms[did it myself, belts OK, valves OK].
They never specified what was done, but, they told me they did everything them manual said, they kept my bike for each of those and avg of 2days and in one of those svcs, the 'so called tech' left the rubber gasket from the old filter on the engine and I was leaking oil while doing 120~160kmh, since, I'll take it only for major work from which I have no tools or time to do. Plus, my bike is already 4yrs old.
And yes, sorry, for me that's a lot of money, even down here.
Took the visitors to Punchbowl this morning, also did Tantalus and the lookout at Puu Ualakaa Park, paid our respects to King Kamehameha in town...Benihana tonight and the airport tomorrow... ;D
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 23, 2010, 08:48:28 AM
And yes, sorry, for me that's a lot of money, even down here.
I not saying that it's cheap but only rather that when you consider all the time and parts it takes to do the work then it seems pretty fair considering it's being done by a dealership in a high rent location.
I have to say that I'm weighing service costs along with an extended warranty vs. doing my own work and chancing fate. The homework isn't done yet.
Quote from: mac900 on July 24, 2010, 07:02:34 PM
I not saying that it's cheap but only rather that when you consider all the time and parts it takes to do the work then it seems pretty fair considering it's being done by a dealership in a high rent location.
I have to say that I'm weighing service costs along with an extended warranty vs. doing my own work and chancing fate. The homework isn't done yet.
mac,
thing is, the only two good they had, they fired!!! They sort of theached me the basics, the forum has done the rest; manuals are on the way, I'm an Auto technician, so, basics are on hand, just need to get to the intricacies of Ducati...No extended wtys here...
Not putting down no one, just saying that for me it seemed a bit steep...
But, keep ridin as if you stole 'em...
How about that? I've spent the most part of the last forty years turning wrenches on bikes & cars and/or managing other guys that do the same thing. I'm no stranger to grease. Just yesterday I replaced both upper control arms on Gloria's '87 560SL. Yippee! Did it without dropping the subframe too, which at first I thought might have been the wrong move but after figuring out the proper tool sequence and tool modification it worked out just fine. Would have made a good video for Coca Cola.
Got up late today. Got to jj about 930, mssed everyone. Rode thru tantalus, pali 13 turns, norfolk, tech park, still no sign of the group. Oh well, waiting outside at boots n kimo's now... Lunch in an hour... :(
Heading out now myself, just finished eating lunch and watching the MotoGP race...wife took our visitors to the airport a couple of hours ago... [thumbsup]
Finished the Tinman Tri in a pretty decent time and signed up for the Ironman 70.3 in Kona...woot!
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on July 25, 2010, 06:28:58 PM
Finished the Tinman Tri in a pretty decent time and signed up for the Ironman 70.3 in Kona...woot!
There's a huge difference between the Tinman and the Ironman, but I'm sure you know that. You'll need to do some serious training but I'm sure you know that too. Good luck!!
Lester & Emile were at Laguna Seca today. My 848 didn't move all weekend. I bet Brandon & Craig didn't show either. Looked like a great day for riding but I put 25 miles on the Pegoretti instead, a good bit of it on hills too. Ugh!
I knew what I was in for with the service. Still didn't much like paying it though.
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on July 25, 2010, 06:28:58 PM
Finished the Tinman Tri in a pretty decent time and signed up for the Ironman 70.3 in Kona...woot!
Groovy! I have quite a few friends doing the 70.3. I might consider the 7.03.
Quote from: mac900 on July 25, 2010, 06:34:27 PM
Looked like a great day for riding but I put 25 miles on the Pegoretti instead, a good bit of it on hills too. Ugh!
I took the Cielo out for a shakedown. Rear wheel skewer isn't strong enough - I pull the wheel into the frame whenever I put down my paltry amount of power. Otherwise, really a magical little machine; perfect balance of quick and relaxed, reactive and stable.
went to Kaui on friday. did some hunting, spear fishing, hiking,and all kinds of sight seeing, just got home today. it was beautiful but i dont know if i could live there. i didnt see any ducati friendly roads in all the 5 hours of driving i did from one end of the island to the other. traffic was minimal, and streets lights were hardly anywhere but the roads where boring, smooth, but boring.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 25, 2010, 11:33:06 PM
went to Kaui on friday. did some hunting, spear fishing, hiking,and all kinds of sight seeing, just got home today. it was beautiful but i dont know if i could live there. i didnt see any ducati friendly roads in all the 5 hours of driving i did from one end of the island to the other. traffic was minimal, and streets lights were hardly anywhere but the roads where boring, smooth, but boring.
2 words: Waimea Canyonthis isn't me, nor is it a ducati. but at least it's a v-twin. [moto]
Ears FM to Y (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3EmSEcYRbQ#normal)
Ears Y to Lookout (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3cuJbF_PaU#normal)
UJM bikes:
Arthur and Shige: Together Again (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEwI22I05TE#normal)
there are two routes to get to the "Y" section (at the stop sign)--the Kekaha route and the Waimea route; the Waimea route is depicted in the first vid. The Kekaha one is used by tour buses, and the road isn't as good. If you went to the canyon and took the Kekaha route, it is possible that this could have lessened the impression.
lowes, home depot, lowes, home depot, lowes
bought plants to "hide" ac compressors and comply with association
installed pendant lighting
Quote from: DesmoBlob on July 26, 2010, 10:44:56 AM
2 words: Waimea Canyon
funny you should say that, cause about the only place i didnt go was up that canyon. we drove to waimea town but turned around at the baseball field cause my gf said she didnt want to go all the way up there just to turn around and "rush" back to the airport. i might go back in september, and may even rent a ... harley [vomit]
It's a nice road. Worth the trip.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on July 26, 2010, 10:17:33 PM
Hey, how did you arrange the disappearing SUV in the second video (Ears Y to Lookout @ 3:44)? Clearly he was going to be a killjoy and BAM he's gone. WTF? Death-Ray?
Do share - I want one! Coulda used it on the snake road yesterday after Polo!
I turned it into a gnat with
this (http://calvinandhobbes.wikia.com/wiki/Transmogrifier_Gun). They were selling 'em on e-bay but in think Homeland Security shut the seller down.
Joined the Navy 50 years ago today... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on July 29, 2010, 07:57:38 PM
Joined the Navy 50 years ago today... ;D
JAY-zus! I, umm, didn't.
How many years ago today did you un-join?
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 29, 2010, 08:50:48 PM
How many years ago today did you un-join?
Just about 30...November 30, 1980 to be exact...
14 hours of work today. Whee! A small bit offset by the fact that the boss & I had two FD Imperial Porters at the end of the day (my treat) but we were still working. Then I had to test drive an insurance job home just to make sure & sure enough there is still more work to do on it. Picky--picky.
Quote from: mac900 on July 29, 2010, 10:32:34 PM
14 hours of work today.
Hope you're getting fairly compensated...
Finally got my house hold goods yesterday. The moving company dropped off two lazy ass teenagers with no tools to unload, unpack and re-assemble all six crates (plus the SD) of my stuff. So far it doesn't look like anything got damaged, but not much was actually done other than move boxes into the flat and set up the bed. The moving company is pissed at me right now because I am making them send another crew back out today to actually finish the work they were supposed to do yesterday. At first they said that they had neither the time nor the people to do so, but they changed their minds when I refused to sign the paperwork until it was done to my satisfaction.
DAMN this PCS has been the biggest ass pain I have ever dealt with...
Quote from: mac900 on July 29, 2010, 10:32:34 PM
The boss & I had two FD Imperial Porters at the end of the day (my treat).
How did he like it? I told Frederick (in another thread) that he could probably talk you into helping him do the spark plugs on your old bike if he bought you a six of that. ;)
Quote from: Gene V on July 29, 2010, 10:57:47 PM
Hope you're getting fairly compensated...
Salaried don't you know. That means that the fact that I'm compensated to begin with automatically means that it's fair. Don't worry, I don't. I have a shop at my disposal which is both a curse and a blessing. [laugh]
We have a few old school guys dealing with a few new wave guys. Sort of a tide coming in against the river going out. There is slack to pick up and the ones who are creating the slack aren't even aware that it exists. Thus not only does the slack have to be dealt with but also the challenge of creating the awareness of it. I'll let you guess who the players are.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 30, 2010, 03:52:04 AM
How did he like it? I told Frederick (in another thread) that he could probably talk you into helping him do the spark plugs on your old bike if he bought you a six of that. ;)
Now that would be overcompensation. It'd be about right to help him with the oil change, spark plug change & brake bleeding and that might still be pushing it a bit. Oh yeah, shop space charge, now that's the ticket. [beer]
The boss liked them just fine. A first he thought it was something that I brewed at home. After we had one each he thought about it for a while and then went for a second one. [laugh]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on July 30, 2010, 06:54:23 PM
Oh salaried like me. It's great, I only work 1/2 days (7am to 7pm), and if i don't finish my work by then it's obviously my fault for being a slacker.
Perfectly obvious to me. ;D
friday want to kauai
Hamura's saimin :-\ It was good I guess, but I'm not a saimin/ramen eater.
Bought 2 "lilikoi chiffon" pies to bring home for $30 for the domestic boss and her BFF. Seriously, $15 for a stupid pie whose entire top layer is 2" of Cool Whip? They're not even that good. [puke]
weekend
cut random foliage
cut down 60 lbs of bananas
cut down 3 banana trees
beer
Quote from: DesmoBlob on August 02, 2010, 10:33:08 AM
weekend
cut down 60 lbs of bananas
cut down 3 banana trees
so cultivating bananas has replaced motorcycling as your weekend hobby... :(
Managed interpreters, made spreadsheets, typed things. I'm winning the War on Terror, one Powerpoint presentation at a time.......
Quote from: zzilla on August 02, 2010, 01:30:33 PM
Managed interpreters, made spreadsheets, typed things. I'm winning the War on Terror, one Powerpoint presentation at a time.......
somebody's got to do it...
And it beats getting shot at. [thumbsup]
Or getting fingers hammered by a 4 pound malet
Had some money burning a hole in my pocket so bought this awesomeness...
(http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/f/2e/f2efef236cc878beed1fcd07d056e2a0_refined.jpg)
The Shark Evoline Series 2 (it "transforms" you know....)
Cool, I've looking at Shark helmets over the last couple of weeks...read a lot of reviews on the RSI and RSF2 & 3, consensus says that they are great helmets but eyeglasses unfriendly...they have no ear pockets, thus it's hard to get the eyeglass earpieces to fit right...
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on August 04, 2010, 07:42:27 PM
Had some money burning a hole in my pocket so bought this awesomeness...
(http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/f/2e/f2efef236cc878beed1fcd07d056e2a0_refined.jpg)
The Shark Evoline Series 2 (it "transforms" you know....)
Waste of money. You should have gotten one of these instead...
How to make a Daft Punk helmet in 17 months (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0TBZeCgL0E#normal)
After watching that I get the feeling that my life is useless & pointless. I mean, what have I created that will leave any mark on society or our world. I'm just a droid.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 05, 2010, 04:39:11 AM
Waste of money. You should have gotten one of these instead...
How to make a Daft Punk helmet in 17 months (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0TBZeCgL0E#normal)
hrrmmm... i dont think its D.O.T or SNEL approved. hahhahaha
Have you guys heard or tried Nitro Helmets? I had one, the one that saved my head the day I had the accident, they're light and have ECE/DOT/Snell and BSI specs; also, they're cheap.
Now that I think about it, the Zox brand helmets, are Nitro. Just wanted to give you guys some more helmet info.
But gunning for either one of this,
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4140/4864881772_52cf92d60f_m.jpg)
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on August 05, 2010, 04:16:26 PM
Have you guys heard or tried Nitro Helmets? I had one, the one that saved my head the day I had the accident, they're light and have ECE/DOT/Snell and BSI specs; also, they're cheap.
Now that I think about it, the Zox brand helmets, are Nitro. Just wanted to give you guys some more helmet info.
But gunning for either one of this,
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4140/4864881772_52cf92d60f_m.jpg)
is that the Akuma carbon fiber with the transition shield?
the thursday night group ACTUALLY went riding tonight. lol.
i kind of skipped out early since it was raining. after we did ewa turn, i went home. [roll]
i miss doing hickam.
Quote from: whackie on August 05, 2010, 11:41:17 PM
i miss doing hickam.
Damn Anne, never knew you were that kind of girl. How does Brian feel about this?
;D
Quote from: hadesducati848 on August 05, 2010, 10:23:22 PM
is that the Akuma carbon fiber with the transition shield?
yup!
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on August 06, 2010, 03:16:42 AM
yup!
been eyeing that one for a few months now. razors edge in pearl ridge has it for like $405.00
i want to try on the XXL before pulling the trigger on the XL they supposed to call me as soon as it comes in
I rode the 848 into work this morning so I can get it ready for it's 7.5K service. Forgot to put earplugs in and even though I've ridden without them before it was a wake up call as to how loud that thing is. [evil] Nothing like being on the road at 5:15am riding through residential areas and being on a quiet highway for a bit to kind of heighten the senses. Yes, I got rained on a bit coming in too but just enough to be slightly damp and extremely cautious of all the manhole covers and painted crosswalks that seemed to double, no triple, in number on the way. [roll]
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 06, 2010, 01:47:16 AM
Damn Anne, never knew you were that kind of girl. How does Brian feel about this?
;D
[roll]
u know, i never got why our rides never did those set of turns.
Quote from: whackie on August 06, 2010, 11:38:59 AM
[roll]
u know, i never got why our rides never did those set of turns.
Where are these sets of turns?... [moto]
Going into the Hickam main gate if I recall.
Quote from: mac900 on August 06, 2010, 07:02:38 PM
Going into the Hickam main gate if I recall.
if u go to the main gate coming off the freeway from town side, u can get some good speed and those turns become nice sweepers.
key is getting in there w/ no traffic.
Finally unpacked the Seven and put it together today. Took it out for a quick ride on the W&OD trail for a quick shake down. About 15 miles in I noticed a rather odd movement around the BB and said to myself "self, did you check the torque on the crank arm/BB junction?". Well, of course I didn't! [bang] Luckily another guy out there had an eight mm allen and I was able to tighten it up and get back home.
Went down to the shop and watched Rick take the fairings off his 848, and then watched him change the oil in the 848...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 07, 2010, 01:51:29 PM
Finally unpacked the Seven and put it together today. Took it out for a quick ride on the W&OD trail for a quick shake down. About 15 miles in I noticed a rather odd movement around the BB and said to myself "self, did you check the torque on the crank arm/BB junction?". Well, of course I didn't! [bang] Luckily another guy out there had an eight mm allen and I was able to tighten it up and get back home.
Not quite like losing a shift lever linkage but close. ;D
Quote from: Gene V on August 07, 2010, 03:45:01 PM
Went down to the shop and watched Rick take the fairings off his 848, and then watched him change the oil in the 848...
That was the highlight of the day? :-X I hope getting the M3 set up was more entertaining.
Quote from: mac900 on August 08, 2010, 07:54:52 AM
That was the highlight of the day? :-X I hope getting the M3 set up was more entertaining.
Actually, the highlight was holding the 848 upright so you could check the oil level... ;D
Quote from: mac900 on August 08, 2010, 07:53:15 AM
Not quite like losing a shift lever linkage but close. ;D
>:( Stoopid Austrian bike!!
[laugh] [laugh]
Here's a link to today's ride. Can you tell where the battery died on the iPhone? ;)
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.945011138916016,-76.71656036376953&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/d9028b72-7aef-41c1-b5d2-97b4fc0ac0df (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.945011138916016,-76.71656036376953&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/d9028b72-7aef-41c1-b5d2-97b4fc0ac0df)
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 08, 2010, 11:44:38 AM
>:( Stoopid Austrian bike!!
[laugh] [laugh]
Here's a link to today's ride. Can you tell where the battery died on the iPhone? ;)
We can't tell a thing without the link. I think
your battery died. [laugh]
What are you talking about? The link is there you crazy old coot. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 08, 2010, 11:44:38 AM
>:( Stoopid Austrian bike!!
[laugh] [laugh]
Here's a link to today's ride. Can you tell where the battery died on the iPhone? ;)
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.945011138916016,-76.71656036376953&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/d9028b72-7aef-41c1-b5d2-97b4fc0ac0df (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.945011138916016,-76.71656036376953&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/d9028b72-7aef-41c1-b5d2-97b4fc0ac0df)
damn how many miles is that?
GPS track said 126, but I know there was probably another 40 or so that we did in the area where the battery tanked. Plus, the 20 or so miles to get back home...
Went on a much longer ride on Friday though. Took the SD out into West Virginia and wandered around over there with some riders from work. All in all, probably did close to 350 that day.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 08, 2010, 01:20:39 PM
GPS track said 126, but I know there was probably another 40 or so that we did in the area where the battery tanked. Plus, the 20 or so miles to get back home...
Went on a much longer ride on Friday though. Took the SD out into West Virginia and wandered around over there with some riders from work. All in all, probably did close to 350 that day.
that makes me almost want to move off this island
The ride on Friday was bouncing us from old civil way battlefields to old civil war battlefields. We ended up stopping for lunch in Harper's Ferry, WVA.
http://www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm (http://www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm)
http://www.google.com/images?client=safari&rls=en&q=harpers+ferry+wv&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&source=univ&ei=nkRfTMGJOYSdlgeCpJWfCA&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&ct=title&resnum=5&ved=0CEIQsAQwBA&biw=1247&bih=794 (http://www.google.com/images?client=safari&rls=en&q=harpers+ferry+wv&oe=UTF-8&um=1&ie=UTF-8&source=univ&ei=nkRfTMGJOYSdlgeCpJWfCA&sa=X&oi=image_result_group&ct=title&resnum=5&ved=0CEIQsAQwBA&biw=1247&bih=794)
Autocrossed the M3...didn't do that well, should have ridden the Duc...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 08, 2010, 12:49:36 PM
What are you talking about? The link is there you crazy old coot. ;)
Cheater. [cheeky] Not there when you first posted! [roll]
Let's see.
Some guy in a SUV backed (rammed) in the front of my car yesterday while it was parked & I was having breakfast. Pretty good damage to the grill, headlights, aux fan & a/c evaporator. He left without even getting out of his car, which turned out not to be his car. Witnesses provided police with lic# -- they know who he is -- long juvenile sheet and continuing on building an adult sheet.
Did some cleaning and repairs to the cottage.
Saw the JJ group go by and Ann stopped to give me the newly redone end caps for the 848 exhaust. Thanks Ann!! Good job Brian!! Thanks again you guys and I won't forget you.
Emile was riding a Kawi ZX-10 I believe. Swapped rides it looked like.
Didn't make it out on the bicycle. :(
Got started cutting out the vent screens for the new seat cowl.
Sucks about the Merc. How much ($) damage did it do?
Quote from: mac900 on August 09, 2010, 07:36:50 AM
Some guy in a SUV backed (rammed) in the front of my car yesterday while it was parked & I was having breakfast.
Emile was riding a Kawi ZX-10 I believe. Swapped rides it looked like.
Bummer about your car, hope somebody's insurance is going to take care of it...
That may have been my friend's buddy's ZX10, as he has one plus a salvaged 996...I told them about the JJ ride a couple of month's ago...my friend has a well sorted 1125R ...
Put the M3 back to street trim this morning and then cleaned it in & out...
Went to physical therapy this afternoon...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 09, 2010, 11:22:15 AM
Sucks about the Merc. How much ($) damage did it do?
I meant to say a/c condenser and not a/c evaporator. There's a big difference there but without having seen the formal estimate yet I'd venture to guess around $2,000.00 It'll be interesting as we have a civil case and a criminal case.
Quote from: mac900 on August 09, 2010, 08:43:46 PM
I meant to say a/c condenser and not a/c evaporator. There's a big difference there but without having seen the formal estimate yet I'd venture to guess around $2,000.00 It'll be interesting as we have a civil case and a criminal case.
does that mean he didn't have insurance? damn. at least there were witnesses.
btw it was a 636 that emile was riding. it belonged to pat, w/ the 1198s. that is his race bike, w/ suspension and everything on it.
Quote from: whackie on August 09, 2010, 08:47:48 PM
does that mean he didn't have insurance? damn. at least there were witnesses.
btw it was a 636 that emile was riding.
And Emile was giving me shit for thinking about an F4, because it's an inline-4. [roll]
Quote from: whackie on August 09, 2010, 08:47:48 PM
does that mean he didn't have insurance? damn. at least there were witnesses.
btw it was a 636 that emile was riding. it belonged to pat, w/ the 1198s. that is his race bike, w/ suspension and everything on it.
The driver didn't have insurance and was driving with a suspended license. No surprise there but the SUV he was driving wasn't his and according to the police the vehicle had current registration and insurance. I won't get the police report for another few days but then, according to my insurance company, I will have to do the legwork of getting in touch with the actual owner and insurance co. I'm not holding my breath on that one.
And Emile was giving me shit for thinking about an F4, because it's an inline-4. Roll Eyes
If you're going inline that'd be the one to get. I'd give you shit because of spotty support for it but being on the east coast you're also in the best place in the whole country for service.
As beautiful as that MV is I'd look real hard at the Aprilia Factory. Real hard.
I think it'd be easier to live with.
Quote from: mac900 on August 10, 2010, 07:59:57 AM
but being on the east coast you're also in the best place in the whole country for service.
Yep. Ducpond is a servicing and stocking dealer. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 10, 2010, 12:49:23 PM
Yep. Ducpond is a servicing and stocking dealer. ;)
I know that wink and I can hear the gears turning from here but listen to your Uncle Mac. As beautiful and seductive as that F4 pregnant dog is, you should go for the 1198S Corse or the RSV4 Factory. Just sayin'.
Quote from: mac900 on August 10, 2010, 10:20:55 PM
I know that wink and I can hear the gears turning from here but listen to your Uncle Mac. As beautiful and seductive as that F4 pregnant dog is, you should go for the 1198S Corse or the RSV4 Factory. Just sayin'.
+1 on the 1198s Corse
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/92d60ddd.jpg)
[clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap]
Installed a steering stabilizer?... [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on August 10, 2010, 10:20:55 PM
I know that wink and I can hear the gears turning from here but listen to your Uncle Mac. As beautiful and seductive as that F4 pregnant dog is, you should go for the 1198S Corse or the RSV4 Factory. Just sayin'.
I don't know. As nice as the Corse is, I'm just not feeling it quite so much...
Quote from: whackie on August 10, 2010, 10:49:29 PM
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/92d60ddd.jpg)
[clap] [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap]
YAY!! [clap] [clap] [moto] Finally!
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 11, 2010, 01:06:28 AM
I don't know. As nice as the Corse is, I'm just not feeling it quite so much...
Which leaves.......
http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:QWl-OFtxjfPo0M:http://www.rsv4aprilia.net/Data/Sites/1/GalleryImages/Full/RSV4-Factory/big_aprilia_rsv4_factory_2009_01.jpg&t=1 (http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:QWl-OFtxjfPo0M:http://www.rsv4aprilia.net/Data/Sites/1/GalleryImages/Full/RSV4-Factory/big_aprilia_rsv4_factory_2009_01.jpg&t=1)
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 11, 2010, 01:06:28 AM
I don't know. As nice as the Corse is, I'm just not feeling it quite so much...
Selling the SD?...I'll give you $5K shipped... [evil]
Quote from: Gene V on August 11, 2010, 08:11:02 AM
Selling the SD?...I'll give you $5K shipped... [evil]
baffles installed... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on August 11, 2010, 09:22:50 AM
baffles installed... ;D
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
You crazy old coot!
Quote from: Gene V on August 10, 2010, 10:56:49 PM
Installed a steering stabilizer?... [thumbsup]
yep, after 8 months of them sitting in the garage!
Quote from: mac900 on August 11, 2010, 07:39:13 AM
YAY!! [clap] [clap] [moto] Finally!
that's what brian said. it was too hot to sit in the house on sunday, so i decided to play in the garage. it was fun since he was working on his car at the same time. i ended up hijacking tools frm him.
we found out that brian made E7 today. [beer]
i hope he doesn't turn into an asshole overnight... jk. induction season should be fun, lol.
Quote from: whackie on August 11, 2010, 02:20:30 PM
we found out that brian made E7 today. [beer]
i
Cool!... [thumbsup] Army, Navy or otherwise?
Quote from: Gene V on August 11, 2010, 02:30:09 PM
Cool!... [thumbsup] Army, Navy or otherwise?
navy, so he'll be a chief. hence, my bad joke.
on the bright side, i've been told that all my saturdays will be free for the next month. [thumbsup]
Quote from: whackie on August 11, 2010, 02:34:20 PM
navy, so he'll be a chief. hence, my bad joke. [thumbsup]
Prestige wise that's the biggest jump in grade for someone in the Navy, from 1st Class to CPO...tell him congrats from this retired chief... ;D
Do they still have initiations for chiefs?...miss those days... [evil]
Quote from: whackie on August 11, 2010, 02:20:30 PM
we found out that brian made E7 today.
Shame... I always thought he was a nice guy...
;D
Quote from: Gene V on August 11, 2010, 03:35:09 PM
Prestige wise that's the biggest jump in grade for someone in the Navy, from 1st Class to CPO...tell him congrats from this retired chief... ;D
Do they still have initiations for chiefs?...miss those days... [evil]
i believe they do, but it is toned down a lot. i wonder what it will be like, since he's on shore duty w/ subpac. i can't imagine there are a whole lot of them. not sure if that's good or bad. :-\
but i've heard the stories and seen some pics.
Quote from: whackie on August 11, 2010, 02:20:30 PM
we found out that brian made E7 today. [beer]
i hope he doesn't turn into an asshole overnight... jk. induction season should be fun, lol.
if only he were army or marines, you could tell him you're there to get the prc e7 and a can of squelch ;D
Went down to the shop and watched Rick run around like a chicken with his head cut off for about 3 hours, then Brandon showed up and we watched Rick put the fairings back on the 848... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on August 14, 2010, 06:38:27 PM
Went down to the shop and watched Rick run around like a chicken with his head cut off for about 3 hours, then Brandon showed up and we watched Rick put the fairings back on the 848... ;D
You missed the good part. And the beers. [beer] Thank You to Brandon for all the help!
Yesterday - came back to Oahu, and suddenly missed Maryland. At least my hotel room had a shower!
I did manage to rig up a temporary faucet and handle. It won't let me adjust the temp, but at least I can get the water on and off.
Today - paint? theoretically. right now I'm taking a break from trying to remove the excess caulk I put up yesterday. dumbdumbdumbdumbdumb....
Quote from: mac900 on August 14, 2010, 10:05:33 PM
You missed the good part. And the beers. [beer] Thank You to Brandon for all the help!
Bike looks really nice...and I presume there's gonna be some green on it, right?... ;D
The green is on the tri color seat patch. That's all. Oh, I installed the carbon vents this afternoon.
woke up early, cooked breakfast for the GF, then did laundry. as I was about tell her i was going to use her 696 to go on the monthly ride, she tells me her brakes on the car need to be replaced... front and rear. so i tell her ill pick them up on my way home from the ride. she tells me she already has them. so there went the idea of riding motorcycles. after that, i decided to work on the shadow a little bit and found a bad fuel pump. then cleaned my aquarium and built a doggy wheel chair... well its more like a cradle then a chair
anyways time for bed.
after the ride, went home n cleaned up. headed to PH to help out the bf. got home an hr ago. i'm getting sucked in, lol.
Changed the engine oil & filter, trans oil and diff oil in my M3, also cleaned all 4 ABS wheel speed sensors...
Made some small adjustments to my suspension based recommendations in a ducati.ms thread...seems to be an improvement, more compliance from the front end.
Also, removed my radiator guards in order paint them...used a can of old paint, which blew the paint out in small lumps...looks like sh*t...buying a new can of paint tomorrow.
Quote from: Gene V on August 18, 2010, 07:02:45 PM
Made some small adjustments to my suspension based recommendations in a ducati.ms thread...seems to be an improvement, more compliance from the front end.
Also, removed my radiator guards in order paint them...used a can of old paint, which blew the paint out in small lumps...looks like sh*t...buying a new can of paint tomorrow.
Did you relax some damping? You already had the preload backed out.
All the fork settings were stock per the manual, the new settings relaxed the preload by 2mm (20 vs 18), increased the rebound by 2 clicks (10 vs 12) and increased the compression by 1/4 turn (1/2 vs 3/4)...this was the recommendation for a 170 lb rider, I weigh 166...front end feels more compliant over the crappy H1 section between the PC off and the Stadium off...you'll have to give her a try and let me know what you think...
Quote from: mac900 on August 18, 2010, 10:18:14 PM
Did you relax some damping? You already had the preload backed out.
Do you recall if we adjusted the compression damping on the shock after we set the sag? It was set at about 5 turns out, stock is 2 turns...
Picked up a can of "Hammered" Gray spray paint and painted the radiator guards, doesn't look too bad...if the paint doesn't hold up, carbon will be in the future...
Made a couple of small adjustments to the rear suspension and took a ride...H3, 13 turns and Norfolk x two, then to SSD via the Pali...also took a bit more slack out of the throttle cables, bike feels pretty good...
Quote from: mac900 on August 18, 2010, 10:18:14 PM
Did you relax some damping? You already had the preload backed out.
Had forgotten that we checked the sag on the front, but don't recall if we made any preload changes...maybe I need to go back to the way it was and relax the damping, rather than relax the preload and stiffen the damping...maybe we can figure it out on Sat...
Quote from: Gene V on August 19, 2010, 06:02:51 PM
Had forgotten that we checked the sag on the front, but don't recall if we made any preload changes...maybe I need to go back to the way it was and relax the damping, rather than relax the preload and stiffen the damping...maybe we can figure it out on Sat...
This is why I keep notes. The front of the bike was just a bit stiff for you. We were at the minimum allowable sag at the stock preload. Backing off the preload didn't change the settings at all so we left it at stock. Wouldn't do any good to tighten up preload as that would just make things worse. Nothing was done to any damping settings front or rear.
The rear ride height / preload was adjusted to make it softer for you and we actually got it into the proper sag range. This actually would have raised the front a bit during actual riding so I was thinking that would make the bike a little stiffer to turn. We just sent you out to ride it and see where you wanted the damping to go. You were also just about to get new tires so you wanted to see what difference that would make before you started adjusting anything else.
Get me to take it out to see what I think. Sure....... [evil] ....... [cheeky]
Quote from: mac900 on August 19, 2010, 06:55:25 PM
This is why I keep notes. The front of the bike was just a bit stiff for you. We were at the minimum allowable sag at the stock preload. Backing off the preload didn't change the settings at all so we left it at stock. Wouldn't do any good to tighten up preload as that would just make things worse. Nothing was done to any damping settings front or rear.
The rear ride height / preload was adjusted to make it softer for you and we actually got it into the proper sag range. This actually would have raised the front a bit during actual riding so I was thinking that would make the bike a little stiffer to turn. We just sent you out to ride it and see where you wanted the damping to go. You were also just about to get new tires so you wanted to see what difference that would make before you started adjusting anything else.
Nice to have someone remember all this stuff for me... [thumbsup]
Did the shop thing again today. Fixed a weird brake howl only in slow right turns on Gloria's 560SL. Sanded brake pads and lubed pad dampers. Adjusted wheel bearings that were slightly loose. Turned out to be a backing plate that would just touch the disc enough to set it off. Nobody believed that would do it until after the fix. Too strange but glad that got the job done otherwise it would have been another expensive repair that I don't need this month!
Brandon was supposed to bring the new bike down to get some base suspension settings done but it wound up going to the shop for bad cam noises. He had an audio recording and it sounded as sick as an engine could be. Super bummer for him & South Seas. The coming week should be interesting but it has already led to some negative idle speculation about the Chinese manufacturing of the BMW parts. Even bigger bummer because of the superb reputation of the BMW build is now in bigger question...... Motorcyclist Magazine Bike of the Year my ass......
Went home and had some beers that couldn't be beat, some good jazz and a good cigar.
I went out with a bunch of CAM guys yesterday for about two hundred miles of twisty riding through southern Maryland. Took the SD this time, and made several small adjustments to the damping on the rear shock which got the bike feeling better, but it still feels far from super stable. The front end becomes a touch unstable when traversing rough pavement while leaned over at a decent clip. I know I shouldn't expect a streetfighter (style, not model) bike to excel at a SBK's work, but DAMNIT I want it to!! ;)
Quote from: mac900 on August 21, 2010, 10:18:39 PMand a good cigar.
So what did you have? I burned a Padron Anniversary '64 the other day and was quite pleased with it. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 22, 2010, 03:51:11 AM
So what did you have? I burned a Padron Anniversary '64 the other day and was quite pleased with it. [thumbsup]
That was a LFD Double Ligero ---- somewhere around 6" and a 54 ring I reckon.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 22, 2010, 03:51:11 AM
The front end becomes a touch unstable when traversing rough pavement while leaned over at a decent clip. I know I shouldn't expect a streetfighter (style, not model) bike to excel at a SBK's work, but DAMNIT I want it to!! ;)
Sound like a steering damper issue and maybe a bit of a short wheelbase. ---- SBK? You know the answer.
Quote from: mac900 on August 22, 2010, 02:47:12 PM
Sound like a steering damper issue and maybe a bit of a short wheelbase. ---- SBK? You know the answer.
Yep, a damper was the first thing that popped into my mind. Not really sure if I want to go down the road of throwing a lot of money at it just to find out (the even more expensive way) that it still won't do what I want it to. I guess I need to hurry the hell up and start commuting on it.
And here's a funny bit of trivia, the (factory specified) wheelbase for the SD is almost an inch longer than the SC. I think it's just as much that the weight bias is much more to the rear on the SD, which allows the front end to un-weight too easily.
Even more incentive to switch. [evil] You liked the 675 I recommended? You'll love the Aprilia! [evil] [moto]
lol
Even from afar, you are still a bad influence.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 22, 2010, 04:22:25 PM
lol
Even from afar, you are still a bad influence.
Just trying to do my part. [roll] ;D
Autocrossed the M3 today...drove like an old lady... :(
Quote from: mac900 on August 22, 2010, 02:39:45 PM
That was a LFD Double Ligero ---- somewhere around 6" and a 54 ring I reckon.
You know that was exactly it. LOL. Called a DL654 & I highly recommend it but I warn you that it is a strong one.
So so tired. Woke up around 5 yesterday morning, awake all day, duty all night, and couldn't sleep when I got home today. But, the toilet works now and the sink sorta does too. Drain is leaking, but otherwise juuuuust fine [thumbsup]
Put the M3 back to street trim after yesterday's autox.
Replaced the cracked left side faceshield cover on my helmet, along with the shield mechanism on that side...it took 3 phone calls and 7 weeks for Arai to cough up a set of replacement shield covers, the mechanism came from newenough.com...the Arai rep claimed that the cover cracked becaused I used windex to clean the helmet and not soap & water as prescribed...I think it was a defective or incorrectly installed shield mechanism because it never worked smoothly and seemd to be exerting pressure on the cover...Andy even commented about it when he replaced the original left side cover back in January...so, two cracked left side covers, defect or windex?...
Windex of course!! What else could it possibly be?
Installed some Rizoma bar ends on the 848 tonight. It are nice stuff.
Quote from: mac900 on August 23, 2010, 09:21:03 PM
Installed some Rizoma bar ends on the 848 tonight. It are nice stuff.
that was quick... ;D
I work fast.
Dropped the SF off at SSD this morning for exhaust valve servo motor R&R, picked it up early this afternoon with the bar ends intact... ;D
Went for a ride, first time in about 8 months that I've ridden for more than 30 minutes or so and did not get an exhaust valve CEL... [thumbsup]
i was up until 2:30am painting boiled eggs. [roll]
have to run around collecting reading material, thank goodness i know how to use the public library system.
Quote from: whackie on August 24, 2010, 05:14:22 PM
i was up until 2:30am painting boiled eggs. [roll]
have to run around collecting reading material, thank goodness i know how to use the public library system.
For initiation?
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 24, 2010, 05:17:28 PM
For initiation?
they don't use boiled eggs for initiation...can you say balut?... [drool]
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Quote from: Gene V on August 24, 2010, 03:36:26 PM
Dropped the SF off at SSD this morning for exhaust valve servo motor R&R, picked it up early this afternoon with the bar ends intact... ;D
Went for a ride, first time in about 8 months that I've ridden for more than 30 minutes or so and did not get an exhaust valve CEL... [thumbsup]
YAY!! I bet that makes you feel good again. Pesky MIL lights anyway.
make the beast with two backsed up my knee sunday Spent the last 3 days babying it (no work or classes) and have finally come to the conclusion that perhaps i should go to the DR. and have it checked. my gf dont think it should be swollen and making a popping noise every time i bend it. so well see what a DR says.
on the brighter side i ordered Q2s for the 848 and should have them here pretty soon.
Went for a ride...Tantalus (wet), Pali, 13 turns and Norfolk, where I slowed down and waved to the elderly lady walking the black dog, she smiled and waved back...
Stopped at the shop to check out the Boxer Cup Beemer, it exudes coolness...
Gene,
Do you also planning on riding tomorrow (Friday, 8/27)? I have a day off and wouldn't mind do some riding. For that matter, anyone else?
Quote from: sta on August 26, 2010, 04:38:12 PM
Gene,
Do you also planning on riding tomorrow (Friday, 8/27)? I have a day off and wouldn't mind do some riding. For that matter, anyone else?
Wasn't planning on riding, but I don't have anything real pressing going on...what time and where do you want to meet up?
Gene and I are meeting at Ward JJ & SB @ 10:00 AM.
Quote from: sta on August 26, 2010, 07:42:43 PM
Gene and I are meeting at Ward JJ & SB @ 10:00 AM.
Furlough Friday?? It is for the C&C folk.
Quote from: mac900 on August 26, 2010, 10:22:42 PM
Furlough Friday?? It is for the C&C folk.
Every day is Furlough Friday for me... [thumbsup]
I hope the roads are dry for you guys. It is uncanny that this week it has managed to rain just about every afternoon from about 4:30 to 6:00. That stopped any bicycle riding. I know I'm just a pussy but it's the dang clean up afterward. Somehow I hate cleaning a bicycle more than a motorbike and then there is washing all of the road grime out of your shorts, jersey and socks.
It's furlough Friday for the state too. I just my vacation bank full, so use it or lose it. It another wet at bottom of pali but dry on top and over day.
Quote from: sta on August 26, 2010, 07:42:43 PM
Gene and I are meeting at Ward JJ & SB @ 10:00 AM.
Had a very good ride today, a bit wet in spots but for the most part dry...had two good runs out of three on snake road before lunch and another good one after*, finished up with tech park for dessert...much mahalos for the invite Jing, hope the ride home wasn't too wet... ;D
*at the beginning of the last run up the hill, a guy in a pickup truck moved onto the shoulder to let us pass... [thumbsup]
the GF decided to add
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/CWC_Brabus-1.jpg)
to the garage... its really not that bad ;D
Quote from: Gene V on August 27, 2010, 02:13:54 PM
at the beginning of the last run up the hill, a guy in a pickup truck moved onto the shoulder to let us pass... [thumbsup]
I really miss that sort of thing. Doesn't exist here.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on August 28, 2010, 01:18:30 AM
the GF decided to add
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/CWC_Brabus-1.jpg)
to the garage... its really not that bad ;D
The future of transportation here on Oahu and I'm not kidding. We tried to snag that dealership.
They are neat little cars, but I can't for the life of me figure out why they won't bring the diesel version to the states. The one I drove in the UK got something like 75 mpg...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 28, 2010, 08:00:44 AM
They are neat little cars, but I can't for the life of me figure out why they won't bring the diesel version to the states. The one I drove in the UK got something like 75 mpg...
That's why! Can't have mileage like that over here don't you know.
i was riding around in it and am suprised that the brabus package really made a difference from the standard base model. the suspenion is tight the wider wheels grip pretty nicely and the thing turns really well ... almost like a gocart ;D
cant wait to take it down Tantalus [evil]
Quote from: Gene V on August 27, 2010, 02:13:54 PM
...much mahalos for the invite Jing, hope the ride home wasn't too wet... ;D
It was fun. Thanks Gene. Surprisingly it was dry on h3. I finished it off with 13 turns as dessert topping. [cheeky]
Quote from: sta on August 28, 2010, 10:23:55 AM
It was fun. Thanks Gene. Surprisingly it was dry on h3. I finished it off with 13 turns as dessert topping. [cheeky]
So how are you liking your new driveway?
Went to the shop and watched Rick tinker with four different bikes, two Ducs and two Beemers... [clap]
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 28, 2010, 12:54:44 PM
So how are you liking your new driveway?
it's quite nice actually. Thou can't be awaken by ur sc or emille's exhaust on Sunday mornings anymore. Need to set the alarm in order to meet up at jj. But not complaining, I love the "forest"
Yesterday was pretty productive. Between 8am yesterday to early this morning I finally got my DVR working and back to cable service. Took a ride out to Oceanic in Mililani Tech Park on the Hypermotard to get that happening. Found out that Andy's doesn't carry riding jeans anymore so I will have to go online to get new pants to work with the Bohns UnderArmor that I got. The old Draggin Jeans are just a bit too tight to get over all the hip padding. (of course, losing a little weight would help too [roll] )
Lubed & adjusted the chain on the Hyper. Finally got rid of those pecky roll pins in the handlebars that locked the masters in one place. Now I can dial them down and outboard a bit to get a better feel. Also redid the compression and rebound damping to try to get rid of the front oscillation in high speed corners. (got better but still not quite there).
Helped / showed Frederick how to do a proper oil change on the Monster. Bled the front brakes & clutch too. Got to test ride it around the block. It's still a kick to ride and definitely a "bad boy". A couple near WOT blasts up Kawaiahao didn't do anything good for neighborhood relations and I got a stink eye or two. [evil] [evil]
Voytek played around a bit with the R1100S and did a couple very minor fixes to the kick stand stop and the shift lever linkage. Helped Brandon check the front & rear sag on the new S1000RR. He's in range but could firm up the front a bit and soften up the rear. We'll let him get the thing broken in before messing around anymore. ;D
Went for a spin around Tantalus afterward with Brandon, Emile & Craig. Had a hoot on the Hyper but it was a bit weird riding with the DVR in my backpack. Beat the rain going home. YAY!
Then went out to smoke cigars and drink beers.
Hey........ it looks like the sun might be coming out...........
Quote from: mac900 on August 29, 2010, 11:00:21 AM
Found out that Andy's doesn't carry riding jeans anymore so I will have to go online to get new pants to work with the Bohns UnderArmor that I got. The old Draggin Jeans are just a bit too tight to get over all the hip padding. (of course, losing a little weight would help too [roll] )
I've got a pair of the Forcefield shorts that I rarely wear for the same reason, kinda funny looking because they are pretty bulky around the hips...I think I should have bought the pants, so that the bulky look would extend all the way down the legs...
http://www.johnsonleather.com/under_garments.htm (http://www.johnsonleather.com/under_garments.htm)
I'm going to get some new Draggin jeans, USA version instead of the Aussie version so I don't have the added wait due to import inspections. We'll see. I hope this all works out and that I don't come to the conclusion that I should have bought biking specific pants in the first place. [bang]
Short ride...Pali, 13 turns & Norfolk x 2, then H3 to home...
Went to the Post Office to return a pair of Roadgear XKJ riding pants that I had ordered awhile ago...this makes three pairs of pants and one helmet that I've returned in the last year...cost me almost $150 in postage, ins, & delivery confirmation fees to return that stuff, online shopping is a b*tch... >:(
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.96889114379883,-77.13877868652344&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6c790c79-03f3-4953-9707-840581faecfb (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.96889114379883,-77.13877868652344&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6c790c79-03f3-4953-9707-840581faecfb)
Quote from: Julie on September 04, 2010, 09:43:39 AM
http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.96889114379883,-77.13877868652344&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6c790c79-03f3-4953-9707-840581faecfb (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.96889114379883,-77.13877868652344&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6c790c79-03f3-4953-9707-840581faecfb)
The northern part of the ride looks like it could be interesting. 77 mph top speed eh? Guess you have to be careful about what rides you post up.
Jen's sis lives about a mile off of River Road in Potomac. You probably shook her windows!
helped my son install a race seat in his M3...late for my nap... ;D
Quote from: jebus tristos on September 06, 2010, 11:19:28 AM
Jen's sis lives about a mile off of River Road in Potomac. You probably shook her windows!
So THAT'S the ritzy area you were talking about. Very nice properties in that area!!!
Road tested the R1100S today. Over the Pali to Norfolk. Down and back on NF. Back over the Pali. Had to get back for a movie. Bike needs more testing. [moto]
just got a delivery from aloha freight
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/arcee/Q2S-1.jpg)
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/arcee/Q2FRONTANDREAR.jpg)
i wont be able to have them installed in time for the monthly ride this weekend, but am very happy that they are here.
cool...
Quote from: mac900 on September 06, 2010, 07:46:54 PM
Road tested the R1100S today. Over the Pali to Norfolk. Down and back on NF. Back over the Pali. Had to get back for a movie. Bike needs more testing. [moto]
I'm liking the idea of this bike.
BMW HP2 Sport Dinamic (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n3xZBR4jhY#normal)
and this .....
BMW HP2 Sport Dinamic 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfdMYbnbUEE&feature=related#normal)
Quote from: mac900 on September 10, 2010, 10:25:19 PM
I'm liking the idea of this bike.
BMW HP2 Sport Dinamic (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6n3xZBR4jhY#normal)
and this .....
BMW HP2 Sport Dinamic 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tfdMYbnbUEE&feature=related#normal)
Sweet!...lovely track also, where might that be?... [thumbsup]
That does look like fun. Probably could have railed it a bit harder if he was really working the throttle though... [evil]
Quote from: Gene V on September 11, 2010, 06:36:35 AM
Sweet!...lovely track also, where might that be?... [thumbsup]
Almost looks like Kyalami.
1st weekend i actually go to hang out w/ the bf!
we had to go unload dirty chariots and run errands.
tomorrow is cleaning house since the parents are coming in this week.
it's almost over. [thumbsup]
As of now, not much, breakfast + F1 race, walked the dogs, shower, now off to flea market and then maybe, to the supermarket ... Then, wash the car cook lunch and then go for a short 30 mile ride ...
Posted some parts up on Craigslist. Sold the rear sets within a couple of hours.
Quote from: mac900 on September 12, 2010, 05:39:00 PM
Posted some parts up on Craigslist. Sold the rear sets within a couple of hours.
No riding today?...
As for me, helped the wife with some packing and shopped at little for our trip to Okinawa next on Tuesday...
Cleaned. A lot.
Try to withhold your jealousy.
Quote from: jebus tristos on September 12, 2010, 06:58:19 PM
Cleaned. A lot.
Try to withhold your jealousy.
I'd rather clean than pack for a trip...going on a trip is fine, I just hate the packing part...
Quote from: Gene V on September 12, 2010, 07:03:02 PM
I'd rather clean than pack for a trip...going on a trip is fine, I just hate the packing part...
Is the trip going to be worth it at least?
Yup... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on September 12, 2010, 06:10:09 PM
No riding today?...
As for me, helped the wife with some packing and shopped at little for our trip to Okinawa next on Tuesday...
Stayed up way too late last night & had too many beers and a good Airbender cigar as well. Got a good riding fix in yesterday.
Pretty much figured out what I'm going to take on the trip, will throw it in a suitcase in the morning...put the Duc on a Battery Tender, need it to be ready when I get back... [moto]
Quote from: Gene V on September 13, 2010, 09:14:26 PM
Pretty much figured out what I'm going to take on the trip, will throw it in a suitcase in the morning...put the Duc on a Battery Tender, need it to be ready when I get back... [moto]
At least you've got your priorities straight! [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on September 13, 2010, 10:06:28 PM
At least you've got your priorities straight! [thumbsup]
Yup...last rode on Saturday and I'm jonesing already...
Finished packing this morning, heading to the airport in about an hour to catch a flight to the land of the rising sun...
Arrived in Naha last night after a long flight...
Quote from: Gene V on September 15, 2010, 02:19:13 PM
Arrived in Naha last night after a long flight...
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[Hello, how was the flight?]
California Superbike School at Hickam...fun times!!! It's actually a really decent class with speeds around 60 so alot better than all the other offerings from the military...weeeeeee!!!!!!
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on September 15, 2010, 02:53:33 PM
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[Hello, how was the flight?]
Tiring and very uncomfortable for my long, lanky body, I was hurting pretty bad last night, but feel good today...I guess in the future I am going to have to cough up the $$$ to fly business class, cant handle 8 hours in a seat designed for someone 5 ft 4 inches... :(
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on September 15, 2010, 04:09:53 PM
California Superbike School at Hickam...fun times!!! It's actually a really decent class with speeds around 60 so alot better than all the other offerings from the military...weeeeeee!!!!!!
So presumeably the new tires are mounted and balance...
Quote from: Gene V on September 15, 2010, 05:32:34 PM
Tiring and very uncomfortable for my long, lanky body, I was hurting pretty bad last night, but feel good today...I guess in the future I am going to have to cough up the $$$ to fly business class, cant handle 8 hours in a seat designed for someone 5 ft 4 inches... :(
I hear ya ... Me myself am 5'8" and from MIA to Frankfurt I go nuts ... More than 3hrs in a plane and really I go crazy, thank God for iPod ...
Quote from: Gene V on September 15, 2010, 05:32:34 PM
Tiring and very uncomfortable for my long, lanky body, I was hurting pretty bad last night, but feel good today...I guess in the future I am going to have to cough up the $$$ to fly business class, cant handle 8 hours in a seat designed for someone 5 ft 4 inches... :(
did u see those new seats they're thinking of putting in? [bang] [bang] [bang]
last time we flew to ND, we were lucky enough to get the emergency exit seat. good thing since it was a flight from here to SLC or St Paul.
Quote from: Gene V on September 15, 2010, 05:33:42 PM
So presumeably the new tires are mounted and balance...
I think you might have two different guys confused. ;D
Quote from: mac900 on September 15, 2010, 08:56:12 PM
I think you might have two different guys confused. ;D
Comes with age. ;D
Quote from: mac900 on September 15, 2010, 08:56:12 PM
I think you might have two different guys confused. ;D
yup, I was pretty tired...Ken was/is getting the new skins for his 848, Xerxes has the 675 SE...;D
Quote from: Julie on September 16, 2010, 11:56:53 AM
Comes with age. ;D
Another 20 to 25 years and you'll be right here too and when you do get here you'll wonder how it happened all so fast. [cheeky]
Quote from: mac900 on September 16, 2010, 07:30:11 PM
Another 20 to 25 years and you'll be right here too and when you do get here you'll wonder how it happened all so fast. [cheeky]
True dat...
Quote from: mac900 on September 16, 2010, 07:30:11 PM
Another 20 to 25 years and you'll be right here too and when you do get here you'll wonder how it happened all so fast. [cheeky]
Not likely. I don't expect I'll have any cognitive reasoning left at that point. Where's my beer! [beer]
Finally had the time to drop off the 848 to get the new tires put on. and was told that my brake and clutch fluid is dirty and that for $140 they can replace the fluid for me... is it just me or does a 140 bucks seem a bit high for a few bottles of brake fluid? anyways i told them no thank you and just put on my tires. hopefully the weather is nice and i can make the JJ ride sunday.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on September 17, 2010, 03:07:50 PM
Finally had the time to drop off the 848 to get the new tires put on. and was told that my brake and clutch fluid is dirty and that for $140 they can replace the fluid for me... is it just me or does a 140 bucks seem a bit high for a few bottles of brake fluid? anyways i told them no thank you and just put on my tires. hopefully the weather is nice and i can make the JJ ride sunday.
WHAT ? ? ? ? ? ? $140.00 to flush liquid ? ? ? ? ?
I charged $250.00 to replace both masters and slave cylinder, pads and calipers ... Plus cleaned/lubed chain, lubed chassis, cleaned tank, replaced oil/filter, fuel filter, and many other things ... bring me your bike, I'll charge $30.00 inlcuding fluids ...
Yeah i was suprised too, 40 bucks for the front, 40 for the rear, and 60 for the clutch fluid...
$30 seems more then reasonable but i think that this might be the kind of thing that i can do myself. i mean i bled the brakes on over a 100 different cars so how different can it be to drain the old fluid out and put new fluid in?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on September 17, 2010, 03:57:55 PM
Yeah i was suprised too, 40 bucks for the front, 40 for the rear, and 60 for the clutch fluid...
$30 seems more then reasonable but i think that this might be the kind of thing that i can do myself. i mean i bled the brakes on over a 100 different cars so how different can it be to drain the old fluid out and put new fluid in?
You're an auto technician too?
I mean, the job I did, at the stealer $800.00+ labor ... I did it cheap since the guy is a Peace Corp doctor who's wife didn't know about a Ducati Monster M1000S ...
For a car[samll/medium] brake job, replace pads, rotors, shoes ... run rotors/drums on lathe, $125.00 ... only materials I include, 1 can brake cleaner, 2 pints DOT3/4 fluid ...
Went back out to Duc Pond for the MotoGP BBQ. Turns out Donnie throws a cookout for each one of the GP races if he isn't already committed to local race support up at Summit Point. The Ducati demo truck, as well as a bunch of demo MVs, are going to be there the first weekend of October.
Quote from: Julie on September 19, 2010, 01:52:51 PM
Went back out to Duc Pond for the MotoGP BBQ. Turns out Donnie throughs a cookout for each one of the GP races if he isn't already committed to local race support up at Summit Point. The Ducati demo truck, as well as a bunch of demo MVs, are going to be there the first weekend of August.
After moving back east, you must have thought you died and went to heaven... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on September 19, 2010, 02:35:06 PM
After moving back east, you must have thought you died and went to heaven... ;D
There's some good shit going on around here, that's for sure.
Quote from: Julie on September 19, 2010, 02:38:36 PM
There's some good shit going on around here, that's for sure.
With the race today I bet there was some good fun to be had there.
Maybe I just never paid much attention, I always wondered who is this Julie person, some white old lady on the east coast, sure chats on this forum a lot. Until today it daunt to me... Sd and sc in the profile... Could that be him? Must be him. Maybe his license plate says "Julie" too? [clap]
Quote from: sta on September 19, 2010, 03:40:17 PM
Maybe I just never paid much attention, I always wondered who is this Julie person, some white old lady on the east coast, sure chats on this forum a lot. Until today it daunt to me... Sd and sc in the profile... Could that be him? Must be him. Maybe his license plate says "Julie" too? [clap]
Yup me too ... dw...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/drkwng.jpg)
Quote from: Julie on September 19, 2010, 03:59:43 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/drkwng.jpg)
that's the one ...
Oh yea, I forgot to mention... Donnie is going to hold a raffle; the winning ticket holder walks away with a brand new Rossa (D16RR) AND a Bayliss Replica. :o :o :o
Quote from: Julie on September 19, 2010, 04:07:43 PM
Oh yea, I forgot to mention... Donnie is going to hold a raffle; the winning ticket holder walks away with a brand new Rossa (D16RR) AND a Bayliss Replica. :o :o :o
I want to buy a ticket... ;D
Sweet mother of bacon! That is insane!
I bought one of the Pro Italia raffle tickets. I could buy one of these and, of course, I know where I could store them for a while........ ;D .............. at my friend Henry's house in Virginia Beach .... [laugh]
Quote from: Julie on September 19, 2010, 04:07:43 PM
Oh yea, I forgot to mention... Donnie is going to hold a raffle; the winning ticket holder walks away with a brand new Rossa (D16RR) AND a Bayliss Replica. :o :o :o
Wished I could purchse tickets ... but, not there ...
You won't have to be local to purchase these when they go on sale...
Quote from: Julie on September 20, 2010, 11:59:51 AM
You won't have to be local to purchase these when they go on sale...
so if I buy a couple and win, you wouldnt mind picking it up for me, and riding it around a bit. jkust till i can get out there to bring it home, would you?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on September 20, 2010, 02:06:41 PM
so if I buy a couple and win, you wouldnt mind picking it up for me, and riding it around a bit. jkust till i can get out there to bring it home, would you?
Do you seriously expect an answer to that question? [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 20, 2010, 02:17:39 PM
Do you seriously expect an answer to that question? [evil]
exactly my thoughs...
Quote from: mac900 on September 19, 2010, 08:58:57 PM
I bought one of the Pro Italia raffle tickets. I could buy one of these and, of course, I know where I could store them for a while........ ;D .............. at my friend Henry's house in Virginia Beach .... [laugh]
Because you know I would flog that Bayliss real good. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 20, 2010, 05:23:35 PM
Because you know I would flog that Bayliss real good. [evil]
You make it sound like you'd treat the DD16 with kid gloves. [roll]
Quote from: mac900 on September 20, 2010, 07:00:49 PM
You make it sound like you'd treat the DD16 with kid gloves. [roll]
No no, it's just that I already know I would most likely launch that thing into a tree at breakneck speed, so I opt out. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 20, 2010, 11:59:51 AM
You won't have to be local to purchase these when they go on sale...
can you give us a heads up when they do?...
Quote from: Gene V on September 21, 2010, 01:33:17 PM
can you give us a heads up when they do?...
Yep, sure will. [thumbsup]
Good to see that DRKWNG is back with us...I wasn't digging that Julie chick, too staightlaced for my tastes... ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 21, 2010, 12:14:52 PM
No no, it's just that I already know I would most likely launch that thing into a tree at breakneck speed, so I opt out. ;D
I figure that the odds of either one of us doing that would be nearly the same regardless of which bike we were on. When I win them I'll come over and we'll take them out for a spin and see for ourselves. We ain't no girlie men like Lars. ;D
Quote from: mac900 on September 22, 2010, 07:37:54 AM
I figure that the odds of either one of us doing that would be nearly the same regardless of which bike we were on. When I win them I'll come over and we'll take them out for a spin and see for ourselves. We ain't no girlie men like Lars. ;D
[laugh] [laugh]
took new pup ot vet, cleaned a/v room, cooked lunch/dinner[liver steak, mashed potatoes and green salad]...
Turned mild steel into hardend steel for fun... boss cought me, was impressed, now has me making 25 more 6"x6" x1/4" hard plates for our saftey deposit boxes... some times its best to just play dumb!
Quote from: hadesducati848 on September 22, 2010, 04:32:00 PM
... some times its best to just play dumb!
How long did it took you learn this leason?
Almost rode the 848 into work today. It's a beautiful morning, a furlough Friday and the dog is off with mommy. Hopefully we'll have the same weather tomorrow.
Did I say it was Friday?
YAY!
i did ride the 848 in to work today. hopefully ill get off early enough to properly enjoy the nice day.
Flew in from Nagoya this morning...did laundry, watered plants, picked up the yard, put the M3 on the charger, watched the last MotoGP (yeah Nicky!), now I'm going to pay some bills... my butt is dragging...
Got the 848 all cleaned, lubed & waxed up. Found the turn signals for the 620 Monster last week & installed them today along with fixing up the broken beer tray mounts for the tail light. It's a proper motorcycle now. I'm gonna go out and look for some adventure now and end up with some beer & a smoke later, unless the adventure takes over.
Cleaned out two birds nest in the adict, installed a new mesh to keep them out. Installed new soap holder in the shower, and completed assembly of my new tv stand. Man, can't wait to have my riding Sunday.
Nice ride with the JJ regulars this morning, hit up all the usual spots...a great 2 wheel fix after two weeks without... [thumbsup]
Hosed living room ... Went with wife "shopping" ... Yes I did watch the Formula 1 Race ... great race ...
Got my second pair of Draggin Jeans today. This time the US version instead of the Australian version. Had to try this two times over the internet to get the proper fit over Bohn armor. I think everything is better than the Aussie version. The cut is better and the pockets are deeper not to mention that the Kevlar knee padding actually fits over the knees as opposed to the Aussie jeans. Whether or not this combination is actually cooler than leathers remains to be seen. Well, nothing is cooler than leather but we'll see if they are not as hot. That still didn't come out right cause leather can look pretty hot. Nevermind, you get the idea........
[laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on September 28, 2010, 08:59:46 PM
Got my second pair of Draggin Jeans today. This time the US version instead of the Australian version. Had to try this two times over the internet to get the proper fit over Bohn armor. I think everything is better than the Aussie version. The cut is better and the pockets are deeper not to mention that the Kevlar knee padding actually fits over the knees as opposed to the Aussie jeans. Whether or not this combination is actually cooler than leathers remains to be seen. Well, nothing is cooler than leather but we'll see if they are not as hot. That still didn't come out right cause leather can look pretty hot. Nevermind, you get the idea........
I don't know how hot you'd look in leather, but DRKWNG sure looks good in it... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on September 28, 2010, 10:46:38 PM
I don't know how hot you'd look in leather, but DRKWNG sure looks good in it... ;D
Hmmmm... ??? Hot vs Cool...
i say look cool and sit in the A/C inside starbucks and just point to your bike as people pass bye and tell them "yep that bad boy is mine" lol
Quote from: Gene V on September 28, 2010, 10:46:38 PM
I don't know how hot you'd look in leather, but DRKWNG sure looks good in it... ;D
That's right! 8)
[cheeky]
wet sanded the spoiler to my son's M3...
found out that brian gave the eulogy at his grandpa's funeral this morning.
got to talk to him last night for the first time since saturday. txting, just doesn't convey the same thing. but he sounded worse than i expected. i guess i should have known this stuff is new to him, esp since he actually considered not flying home because work had something scheduled and cost of airfare.
Quote from: whackie on September 30, 2010, 08:37:07 PM
found out that brian gave the eulogy at his grandpa's funeral this morning.
got to talk to him last night for the first time since saturday. txting, just doesn't convey the same thing. but he sounded worse than i expected. i guess i should have known this stuff is new to him, esp since he actually considered not flying home because work had something scheduled and cost of airfare.
Sorry to hear about his loss...just make sure he knows you support hm and are there for him and he will be okay...but you know that...
My condolences to Brian. Funerals are always tough and having to give a eulogy is even harder. I hope he'll always have the good memories.
At 5:30 am this morning I was throwing rocks the size of grapefruits off of the Norfolk road. :o Three days of rain have softened up the hill and the Cruickshank corner was a mess of leaves & branches. (Cruickshank is the corner above the house with the US flag that sits down in the hollow on the left after you drop down the entrance from the Kailua side).
Clutch has been screeching lately upon starts on inclines from a dead stop, so I removed the clutch cover and cleaned out as much dust as I could with my air compressor...on retrospect, I think I should have removed the pressure plate also....next time...
I also de-blinged the bike a bit and shed a few grams of weight by removing the rim tape from the wheels...the tape was starting to peel off and the application was amatuerish anyway, thanks SSD...
Quote from: Gene V on September 30, 2010, 09:45:04 PM
Sorry to hear about his loss...just make sure he knows you support hm and are there for him and he will be okay...but you know that...
I have a question along the lines of this. it didn't really dawn on me until today. should i have gone w/ him? i've never had a spouse who lost someone, so i don't really know what to do or how to handle it. at time he was making arrangements and packing, it wasn't a question. just for future reference.
Quote from: whackie on October 01, 2010, 05:50:01 PM
I have a question along the lines of this. it didn't really dawn on me until today. should i have gone w/ him? i've never had a spouse who lost someone, so i don't really know what to do or how to handle it. at time he was making arrangements and packing, it wasn't a question. just for future reference.
I guess it would depend on how close your SO is to the deceased...I didn't go to my wife's father's funeral on Okinawa 10 or so years ago, but I'll definitely go to her mother's, if I don't predecease her (she just turned 97)...
Quote from: Gene V on October 01, 2010, 06:18:31 PM
I guess it would depend on how close your SO is to the deceased...I didn't go to my wife's father's funeral on Okinawa 10 or so years ago, but I'll definitely go to her mother's, if I don't predecease her (she just turned 97)...
Obviously cost/distance is going come into play...I would have attended my wife's father's funeral if we didn't live so far away...
Quote from: whackie on October 01, 2010, 05:50:01 PM
I have a question along the lines of this. it didn't really dawn on me until today. should i have gone w/ him? i've never had a spouse who lost someone, so i don't really know what to do or how to handle it. at time he was making arrangements and packing, it wasn't a question. just for future reference.
if cost is no object id say it depends on how close your other half is to the deceased. if my wife was just going cause she kinda was expected too and it was someone she hardly new that just passed, then no i wouldnt go. now if it was some one she was really close too like a parent or sibling then i would be there just for support, maybe drive, carry a tissue, that kind of thing.
Quote from: Gene V on October 01, 2010, 06:18:31 PM
I guess it would depend on how close your SO is to the deceased...I didn't go to my wife's father's funeral on Okinawa 10 or so years ago, but I'll definitely go to her mother's, if I don't predecease her (she just turned 97)...
that makes a lot sense, my coworkers said almost the same thing but not in those words. thanks, always easier to learn from others than making boo-boos.
Quote from: Gene V on October 01, 2010, 06:28:07 PM
Obviously cost/distance is going come into play...I would have attended my wife's father's funeral if we didn't live so far away...
i wonder if the SO can get bereavement fares as well? he got 1k off the cost of the flight going that route, still 800 but that's a big diff.
got to visit w/ my parents tonight. saw my dad down 3 muffins, but i swear he's diabetic. my mom didn't say a word, so i dare not. found out that bf asked my parents about marrying me last week. and i think bf bought a kimber 1911, [drool], but i'm not sure yet. we'll see when he comes home tomorrow!!!
Quote from: whackie on October 02, 2010, 05:10:43 AMfound out that bf asked my parents about marrying me last week. and i think bf bought a kimber 1911, [drool], but i'm not sure yet. we'll see when he comes home tomorrow!!!
The guy knows how to turn a girls head. [laugh]
that's unique, a pistol instead of an engagement ring... ;D
Went down to the shop where me and Brandon watched Rick and his friend Walter work on Walter's M900...
Went to pick up my pc's video card and install it ... pages load a bit faster ... still need to replace crt monitor with lcd one ... step by step ... couldn't install parts on bike ... shop was real full and I had to help with the load ...
Test rode a '10 F4 and one of the new Multinoodles. MTS was a whole lot of meh. F4 almost made me need a new pair of britches. :o [thumbsup] [bow_down] [drool]
Quote from: Gene V on October 02, 2010, 01:04:35 PM
that's unique, a pistol instead of an engaement ring... ;D
thats smart some assholes will still hit up on a girl thats wearing a wedding ring, but a girl with a gun on her finger just screams "dont make the beast with two backs wit me" ;D
Quote from: mac900 on October 02, 2010, 12:41:18 PM
The guy knows how to turn a girls head. [laugh]
lol, well at least this girl. but i'm weird n i was pretty gitty when i saw it.
Quote from: Gene V on October 02, 2010, 01:04:35 PM
that's unique, a pistol instead of an engagement ring... ;D
it started as a joke from ducati spot, but it seems like it might be reality.
thanks to ben for letting us shoot his. his was the high end model, but of course this still rocks. now i just have to learn to shoot it well!!
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/2010-10-03_00-18-03_429.jpg)
Nice ri(n)g Anne!! You're going to love shooting it once it breaks in. Key thing with the alloy framed ones, replace the spring with a Wolf Springs piece after you get about six hundred rounds through it. And make sure you post it up in the "show off your guns" thread. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 02, 2010, 10:05:41 PM
Test rode a '10 F4 and one of the new Multinoodles. MTS was a whole lot of meh. F4 almost made me need a new pair of britches. :o [thumbsup] [bow_down] [drool]
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/mv_augusta/bens_f4_01.jpg)
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/mv_augusta/bens_f4_02.jpg)
Mmmmmmmmmm Testarossa
thats nice [drool]
NIce, but I 'm not sure about that 'busa lookin' beak... ???
Quote from: whackie on October 03, 2010, 03:57:54 AM
lol, well at least this girl. but i'm weird n i was pretty gitty when i saw it.
it started as a joke from ducati spot, but it seems like it might be reality.
thanks to ben for letting us shoot his. his was the high end model, but of course this still rocks. now i just have to learn to shoot it well!!
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/2010-10-03_00-18-03_429.jpg)
That's purty!
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 02:58:24 PM
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/mv_augusta/bens_f4_01.jpg)
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/mv_augusta/bens_f4_02.jpg)
Mmmmmmmmmm Testarossa
That's very purdy too! Needs to be red though and it's just the angles that he shot it at. It's got a sharp nose but not Busa like in real life. Look at the red/silver one behind the black bike. Now that's flippen gorgeous!! [thumbsup]
It doesn't come in red. The closest is the red and silver (MV racing colors) that you can see in the background. The third color is a gray/silver (which is the one that I rode). They all look nice, but I think the black looks the best, followed by the gray/silver.
I'm gonna have to come over there and give you a thumpin'. [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 04:56:29 AM
Nice ri(n)g Anne!! You're going to love shooting it once it breaks in. Key thing with the alloy framed ones, replace the spring with a Wolf Springs piece after you get about six hundred rounds through it. And make sure you post it up in the "show off your guns" thread. [thumbsup]
One more thing about the Kimber. Go down and see Carter at OGC. Pick up some Wilson Combat 47D magazines for it. Those things are the best, smoothest operating and longest lasting 1911 mags out there. [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on October 03, 2010, 05:17:17 PM
I'm gonna have to come over there and give you a thumpin'. [laugh]
Bring it! ;D
There was also an RSV4R there at the demo day. It was a "customer's" bike though, so no rides were offered. The owner fired it up though, and the damn thing really does sound like a small block V8 when ripping on it. Probably one of the best sounding bikes I have ever heard.
Quote from: mac900 on October 03, 2010, 05:12:05 PM
That's very purdy too! Needs to be red though and it's just the angles that he shot it at. It's got a sharp nose but not Busa like in real life. Look at the red/silver one behind the black bike. Now that's flippen gorgeous!! [thumbsup]
agreed on the red/silver. i'd think the black was a jap bike, had it not been for the sticker.
The Super Duke and I seem to have come to an understanding over the last couple of days...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 06:06:48 PM
The Super Duke and I seem to have come to an understanding over the last couple of days...
Oh Lord, it's like pulling teeth. C'mon......... out with it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 06:06:48 PM
The Super Duke and I seem to have come to an understanding over the last couple of days...
does this mean ...
My fist was never quite ham-shaped enough to make it happy. That bike needs to come out of corners on one wheel. [evil]
What's it going to take to make you settle down? ;D
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/costume-grim-reaper-clipart.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 06:35:40 PM
My fist was never quite ham-shaped enough to make it happy. That bike needs to come out of corners on one wheel. [evil]
and the F4, what it needs ?
I don't think it would be possible to survive trying to ride an F4, or any SBK for that matter, the way the SD wants to be flogged.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 06:35:40 PM
My fist was never quite ham-shaped enough to make it happy. [evil]
"My fist was"...that's past tense, so the SD is out of the picture?... [evil]
Quote from: Gene V on October 03, 2010, 07:16:16 PM
so the SD is out of the picture?... [evil]
Oh no. It's still here, if nothing else to drive Lars crazy. [evil]
Just meant that up until the last few days, I had not flogged the bike quite hard enough to make it grin its maniacal grin.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 07:18:14 PM
Oh no. It's still here, if nothing else to drive Lars crazy. [evil]
Just meant that up until the last few days, I had not flogged the bike quite hard enough to make it grin its maniacal grin.
so, now she's grinning and you ...
So now you understand the SD on it's terms and it's good? Isn't it? This is the evolution of time in the saddle and your understanding of yourself as a rider. I think I know what you might mean. I am not the same rider that I was 6 months ago. Today I was chasing a BMW, a 1198S and a Daytona and not doing too badly. Every week I push the 848 a little more. That's a good thing and a bad thing all at the same time. Tantalus was too slick. I had both ends getting out of shape at lower speeds than I'm used to. I might have to tone down Saturday nights a bit so that I'm a little sharper on Sunday morning. Just kidding......
Quote from: mac900 on October 03, 2010, 07:41:00 PM
I might have to tone down Saturday nights a bit so that I'm a little sharper on Sunday morning. Just kidding......
I remember a time when you were telling Teddy and Tristan to do just that, so they wouldn't be hung over on Sunday mornings. [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on October 03, 2010, 07:41:00 PM
Tantalus was too slick. I had both ends getting out of shape at lower speeds than I'm used to.
I didn't find it that bad, of course I was just tip-toeing around at the tail end of the pack... ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 03, 2010, 07:52:09 PM
I remember a time when you were telling Teddy and Tristan to do just that, so they wouldn't be hung over on Sunday mornings. [laugh] [laugh]
Hey! Those guys wouldn't even show up Sunday mornings. [cheeky]
It was just four beers and even though they were good beers I wasn't hanging. I wouldn't even say that I felt anything close to that sort of half or quarter step behind myself that I sometimes feel on a Sunday morning after a late Sat. night. I'm just saying that, possibly, to be that little bit sharper I might cut back a tad. Could be a good experiment but then again I might already be as sharp as I'll ever get at this point in my life. It's all delusion anyway. [moto] [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on October 04, 2010, 09:29:58 AM
Hey! Those guys wouldn't even show up Sunday mornings. [cheeky]
He's got me there - I've been pretty unreliable since the switch to the Jamba Juice ride. Well, is it unreliable if I never
say I'm going to show up?
That said, I'm on leave next week, so I may actually be available Sunday...........
was going to post this yesterday but since i had to wake up @ 2:30 am to go into work, i was just to fricken tired when i got home.
the highlight of the day was when i decided the weather looked decent enough to go hit up the few twisties in Waianae valley
then to my surprise cops had the road blocked cause a woman tried to BBQ
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so i had to detour a lil bit
but got in a few pics
Installed my modified db killers in the Akrapovics and cleaned up the SF this morning...cooked dinner for my daughter & grand daughter this evening...
Too funny. Over the last couple of nights I've been working on the full baffles to make them easier to install/remove. I'll have them installed for Saturday. I've been thinking that the exhaust might be a bit too loud on those occasional high rpm runs. Maybe I'll come back to my senses by Saturday night.
My baffle set up is like yours was the last time I saw your bike, I'll get an idea of how much louder things are when I go for a ride in a bit...if it's too loud, I have an idea of how to quite it down some while keeping the cleaned up look of the exhaust outlet...
Quote from: Gene V on October 07, 2010, 10:48:21 AM
My baffle set up is like yours was the last time I saw your bike, I'll get an idea of how much louder things are when I go for a ride in a bit...if it's too loud, I have an idea of how to quite it down some while keeping the cleaned up look of the exhaust outlet...
A bit too loud for me, gonna have to set plan B in motion...
Stopped by SSD on the way back to have them document and order a new gas tank due to expansion problems...the tank wall is pushing into the coolant filler neck bracket under the keyguard, it's also pushing up against the steeriing stabilizer bracket and the front of the tank is now acting as the steering stops on both sides of the bike... >:(
just get the brushed aluminium one or maybe a CF one [thumbsup]
Quote from: hadesducati848 on October 07, 2010, 02:49:58 PM
just get the brushed aluminium one or maybe a CF one [thumbsup]
Don't think DNA would go for that...
Quote from: Gene V on October 07, 2010, 03:04:34 PM
Don't think DNA would go for that...
pay the difference?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on October 07, 2010, 03:06:09 PM
pay the difference?
I believe those tanks are actually less costly than the stock one...DNA won't go for it because they'll more than likely get a replacement at no cost from their supplier...
Quote from: Gene V on October 07, 2010, 04:15:25 PM
I believe those tanks are actually less costly than the stock one...DNA won't go for it because they'll more than likely get a replacement at no cost from their supplier...
just to stay on subject, the tank expansion is also affecting SFs?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on October 07, 2010, 04:47:55 PM
just to stay on subject, the tank expansion is also affecting SFs?
Yessir...of the 50 respondents to a poll conducted on ducati.ms, 21 replied that they show signs of gas tank expansion on their SFs...
Quote from: Gene V on October 07, 2010, 06:42:41 PM
Yessir...of the 50 respondents to a poll conducted on ducati.ms, 21 replied that they show signs of gas tank expansion on their SFs...
then, oh shite ...
my bike is a 2005 and i don't have that issue .... me not understand ...
the sad part is that i was told by a certain "ducati mechanic" at a certain "ducati dealership" in hawaii that the 08 and up 848s, 1098s, 1198s, SFs, and monsters wouldnt have any
problems with tank expansion. i know of 1 848 that started to show a bubble and now i see that SFs are affected too. [thumbsdown]
is this because the ethanol?
Quote from: Gene V on October 07, 2010, 07:13:52 PM
yes...
OK.. we got no ethanol in our fuel ...but, i mix VP Racing fuel from time to time ...
My '09 848 tank has a couple pimples here & there. Still a bit subtle in appearance but I've already filed for a replacement. No luck yet there. I asked about the aluminum replacement and offered to pay some. No deal. I've been running Startron fuel additive since Gene referred us to the ad in Cycle World (?) so that's been a few months, maybe since spring. Don't know if it's helping or not.
i spent the afternoon detailing the 848 and the monster and luckily no problems yet that i can see on either fuel tank. i just spent my one year anniversary with the 848 a few days ago and am pleased to say
that after a year of pretty hard riding, 11,900 miles, 2 sets of tires, a new radiator, and a new engine case. that all in all my bike is still going strong! ... (knock on wood)
Washed the wife's car this morning then went down to the shop after lunch via H3, 13 turns & Norfolk where Rick was working on the yellow 620ie...
Emile showed up to plug a slow leaking rear tire, followed by Brandon...we all followed Rick to TLC in Kaneohe to check out his old 999...
Stopped in Kalihi on the way home to pick up the further modified baffles for the Akrapovics...plan B is almost complete...
So what's the word on the 999?
I thought Emile left already. ???
Emile leaves on Tuesday.
TLC Cycles picked up the 999 along with about 10 to 12 other bikes that were taking up space in the back of South Seas. We went down there because Randy was trying to sell the bike back to me and I wanted to see it again. It was also a good reason to road test the 620 seeing as how it's likely been a couple of years or more since it was driven. Randy wanted $4K. Ho Ho Ho. Brandon noticed that the swing arm mounting bolts have moved in the frame and scratched the inside of the frame mounting gusset where the bolt head has no business hitting. >:( So we add that to sin of the bent steering head that we already suspect.
As much as I hate to say it, that bike is double done. There are a few low milage 05 & 06 ones available up here though? [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 10, 2010, 07:09:41 PM
As much as I hate to say it, that bike is double done. There are a few low milage 05 & 06 ones available up here though? [evil]
Randy was trying to tell us that the Blue Book on that '03 is $15,000. He's on the same stuff as the guys at South Seas. No, I take that back. He's on stronger stuff. [laugh]
As fun as those bikes are they still don't handle like the 848. [thumbsup] [moto]
Quote from: mac900 on October 10, 2010, 07:51:13 PM
As fun as those bikes are they still don't handle like the 848. [thumbsup] [moto]
Or an F4. [evil]
;D
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Congrats Anne!! You're in the Navy now. [cheeky]
Quote from: whackie on October 11, 2010, 05:10:51 AM
;D
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Congrats!...now if you could just get him on a Ducati... [thumbsup]
Quote from: whackie on October 11, 2010, 05:10:51 AM
;D
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Yay! Double Yay!
congrats
Installed the modded baffles in the Akras, seems to be about right...plan B complete...
first day of trainig .. put together a diesel pump and tested it ... 100% ...
Finally sold the Pazzo levers for the superbikes today. Just slowly sneaking up on enough funds to finance the next mods.
Quote from: mac900 on October 13, 2010, 11:46:41 PM
Finally sold the Pazzo levers for the superbikes today. Just slowly sneaking up on enough funds to finance the next mods.
turbo with side mount inter cooler??? hahahahaha
but for real whats next on the list? carbon fiber swing arm and rims?
aluminum gas tank?
Only small stuff to improve safety and handling. Steering damper and footpegs. I think I found some nice pegs with super good grip and I won't have to get completely new rear sets. Won't look totally bling but that's OK.
Quote from: mac900 on October 14, 2010, 09:15:36 AM
Only small stuff to improve safety and handling. Steering damper and footpegs. I think I found some nice pegs with super good grip and I won't have to get completely new rear sets. Won't look totally bling but that's OK.
and the source of these new grippy footpegs is.............
Quote from: Gene V on October 14, 2010, 09:21:03 PM
and the source of these new grippy footpegs is.............
Sato Racing. They don't list pegs for the Streetfighter but you can always call & ask them. I had Sato pegs on the 999. The soles of your boots get a bit torn up but your foot doesn't slip off.
Quote from: mac900 on October 14, 2010, 11:53:20 PM
Sato Racing. They don't list pegs for the Streetfighter but you can always call & ask them. I had Sato pegs on the 999. The soles of your boots get a bit torn up but your foot doesn't slip off.
Ah! Those look nice too. [thumbsup]
And, I just noticed that they're making rear sets for the Super Duke now.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 15, 2010, 04:26:14 AM
Ah! Those look nice too. [thumbsup]
And, I just noticed that they're making rear sets for the Super Duke now.
I just looked at the SD rearsets. You wouldn't be sorry. [moto]
Quote from: mac900 on October 15, 2010, 09:34:29 AM
You wouldn't be sorry. [moto]
Don't imagine that I would, but a PCIII comes first on that bike.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 15, 2010, 01:24:20 PM
Don't imagine that I would, but a PCIII comes first on that bike.
WHAT??!!?? ----- You still haven't bought one? ;D
Quote from: mac900 on October 16, 2010, 12:17:57 AM
WHAT??!!?? ----- You still haven't bought one? ;D
No, not yet. It will end up waiting until the next scheduled service, which will come in about 800 miles. The dealer here (as close to here as I can call it) has a dyno capable of mapping each cylinder separately, so I wanted them to do it.
Went down to the shop where Rick was kind enough to take some db readings on my Akras with the mod B baffles installed...as I suspected it's a bit quieter than his Termis with the end cap mod, sounds just about right to me...[thumbsup]
When he closed up we swapped bikes and took the freeway to SSD...[moto]...his 848 is sweet, you can almost steer it by mental telepathy...[evil]
From SSD I went home and harvested some apple bananas...yummy!...;D
Gene's Streetfighter is sweet! A tad more civilized than the KTM SD as far as throttle response goes but no less an animal. It's made me rethink my priorities a bit. Hypermotard on steroids!! [evil] [moto]
I may pull out the baffles on the 848 tonight.....
And I also know what Gene is talking about regarding the suspension settings and I already have ideas for the better ......
Off to get a Shack burger and watch MotoGP.
Quote from: mac900 on October 16, 2010, 09:33:08 PM
And I also know what Gene is talking about regarding the suspension settings and I already have ideas for the better ......
Cool!...I'm looking forward to trying them out... [thumbsup]
I forget. Screwdriver or Allen head adjustments on the damping?
Quote from: mac900 on October 16, 2010, 10:36:25 PM
I forget. Screwdriver or Allen head adjustments on the damping?
Screwdriver for the front comp & reb and rear comp, allen head for the rear reb accessed through a puka in the swingarm...I pretty sure the 3mm allen under the pillion cover fits the rear reb...
Quote from: mac900 on October 16, 2010, 09:33:08 PM
Gene's Streetfighter is sweet! A tad more civilized than the KTM SD as far as throttle response goes but no less an animal.
Just wait. There might be a new intake going on the SD, along with the obligatory PCIII, over the winter. So far, most everyone who has had this system dyno-mapped has reported a healthy increase in mid-range power, between 4500-7500 rpm. Just where you'd want it. [evil]
Quote from: mac900 on October 16, 2010, 09:33:08 PM
It's made me rethink my priorities a bit. Hypermotard on steroids!! [evil] [moto]
YES! That is all.
Rick made some adjustments to the compression damping fore and aft this morning, suspension feels like it's working better on the rougher patches of H1...and still feels good in snake road type turns... ;D
Rick, do you remember the settings?...I forgot to write them down.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 17, 2010, 05:00:45 AM
YES!
That is all.
Gene & I took boss-ski on his inaugural "big bike" ride. The Monster 620ie. King Street up to Harding and out Kalanianaole around Koko Head & Makapuu. Up the Pali to town. At first he thought turns were hard then he got it that turns were fun.
Gene & I rode out to Wailua and swapped bikes. So I got to run the Streetfigher up Snake Road with the new suspension settings. We didn't have as clear a run going up as we did going down but it still was good. And Ben, Gene's new baffle work sounds great!! A perfect note -- loud enough without being obnoxious. I'm thinking that the Streetfighter is the best all rounder. Seriously. ........... I'd be in far more trouble with one of those than the 848 and that is saying a lot.
Quote from: Gene V on October 17, 2010, 07:24:19 PM
Rick made some adjustments to the compression damping fore and aft this morning, suspension feels like it's working better on the rougher patches of H1...and still feels good in snake road type turns... ;D
Rick, do you remember the settings?...I forgot to write them down.
It's all on paper at the shop. Now to just reset the pre-load and take out that slight clunk-clunk in the front end. [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on October 17, 2010, 07:27:02 PM
It's all on paper at the shop. Now to just reset the pre-load and take out that slight clunk-clunk in the front end. [thumbsup]
Sounds good...
Quote from: mac900 on October 17, 2010, 07:27:02 PM
It's all on paper at the shop. Now to just reset the pre-load and take out that slight clunk-clunk in the front end. [thumbsup]
I was re-reading some suspension info I have and was wondering if we zero'd out the rebound before we set the sag...if we didn't, maybe that will help some when we do it again...
Quote from: Gene V on October 17, 2010, 08:49:28 PM
I was re-reading some suspension info I have and was wondering if we zero'd out the rebound before we set the sag...if we didn't, maybe that will help some when we do it again...
Some folks believe in adjusting the damping to the softest/fastest settings before setting pre-load but damping only restricts how fast the shock absorber compresses and decompresses. The actual spring setting is totally independent of the damping qualities. This guy believes that the damping settings will have no effect whatsoever on the spring preload rate. But once a spring load has been set then damping may have to be readjusted to compensate. I don't think this will apply in your case but we can always set the preload and go from there. It all works out the same in the end. The reason they want to set the damping to zero is so that there is no effect whatsoever on the the preload but if you bounce the shock enough and wait a bit then the damping still has no effect on the preload. This damping to zero just helps eliminate error with folks who are rushing through an adjustment.
Quote from: mac900 on October 17, 2010, 09:36:13 PM
The reason they want to set the damping to zero is so that there is no effect whatsoever on the the preload but if you bounce the shock enough and wait a bit then the damping still has no effect on the preload.
makes sense...
And on that note, pun intended, we are having a semi-impromptu jam session & bar-b-que at the house --- seriously competent recording studio musicians mixing it up with the amateurs over at the house -- lots of Jimi -- Allman Bros -- Robert Johnson -- Eric Clapton -- Stevie Ray going on -- lot of food, beers & wine -- will post pics later -- why oh why does this happen on a Sunday and not on a Saturday? --- but maybe that's a good thing!! Five to six electric guitars at any one time including at sit down slide -- & drums ---- only thing missing is an organ but they haven't brought that down.... yet.
Quote from: mac900 on October 17, 2010, 10:31:09 PM
And on that note, pun intended, we are having a semi-impromptu jam session & bar-b-que at the house --- seriously competent recording studio musicians mixing it up with the amateurs over at the house -- lots of Jimi -- Allman Bros -- Robert Johnson -- Eric Clapton -- Stevie Ray going on -- lot of food, beers & wine -- will post pics later -- why oh why does this happen on a Sunday and not on a Saturday? --- but maybe that's a good thing!! Five to six electric guitars at any one time including at sit down slide -- & drums ---- only thing missing is an organ but they haven't brought that down.... yet.
SWEET!...
Quote from: mac900 on October 17, 2010, 07:27:02 PM
It's all on paper at the shop. Now to just reset the pre-load and take out that slight clunk-clunk in the front end. [thumbsup]
Actually, as I looked at the notes this morning, it's not all on paper. [bang] [bang] The rear shock notes list actual turns out from full stiff and the front fork compression reads the adjustment change difference from where we started and nothing is noted on the rebound ( I think because we didn't change the front rebound, did we? [bang] [laugh] ) So don't touch it without making copious and accurate notes, something this idiot purports to do but actually doesn't. [roll] ;D
BTW ----- I really, really liked the Streetfighter! [thumbsup]
We didn't touch the front rebound and only checked the rear rebound, they're both at the stock 2 turns out...we backed out the front compression damping from where I had it at 1/2 turn out to I believe 1 full turn, and reset the rear compression to the stock 2 turns out...
Ever figure out what the clunk in the front end might be?
The 848 is sweet also...but I thrive on the yank the bars out of your hands if you're not paying attention power of the SF... ;D
I know for a fact that the rear rebound was adjusted, or at least turned. It's now 2 full turns out from complete stiff (slowest setting) -- The rear compression is 2 1/4 turns out from full in (complete stiff).
The clunk in the front may be pre-load adjusters not sitting on the springs and we are hearing them contact. Maybe????? That's why I want to re-visit the front pre-load setting.
Yep. The 848 is subtle fast. The Streetfighter is not subtle about it.
Quote from: mac900 on October 18, 2010, 07:47:44 PM
I know for a fact that the rear rebound was adjusted, or at least turned. It's now 2 full turns out from complete stiff (slowest setting) -- The rear compression is 2 1/4 turns out from full in (complete stiff).
The clunk in the front may be pre-load adjusters not sitting on the springs and we are hearing them contact. Maybe????? That's why I want to re-visit the front pre-load setting.
Yep. The 848 is subtle fast. The Streetfighter is not subtle about it.
rahjah... ;D
Bought another set of dB killers for the 848. These will be hacked up just like the previous ones in search of the perfect exhaust note. Well, the perfect note is wide open unrestricted [evil]. I trying to find something in between similar to what Gene ended up with.
Had dinner with Laughn this evening.
Did he make the move? We just saw him a couple/three weeks ago at Starbucks.
Yep, he flew in yesterday morning.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 23, 2010, 06:47:42 AM
Yep, he flew in yesterday morning.
Hope he's happier there than he was here. Say "tppphhphphph" for us. Or, at least, me.
Quote from: jebus tristos on October 23, 2010, 11:58:57 AM
Hope he's happier there than he was here. Say "tppphhphphph" for us. Or, at least, me.
Think it was mainly the job (management) that he didn't like down there. We'll see how things go up here...
That was my understanding as well. The raspberry stands. ;D
By the way, he asked me to pass along that the girl who went in to take your spot (in his heart and office) was mighty fine...
[evil]
I'm not easily replaced, but it sounds like it may have happened, just this once. :'(
Went for a 2 hour ride this morning...got wet, dried out and got wet again, bike is filthy...>:(
Went down to the shop and offered technical advice to Rick as he modified his exhaust baffles so they would be just like mine... ;)
Took a ride up Tantalus with Rick to kill time while Exhaust Systems Hawaii did a little welding on the baffles.
So, how do they sound?... [evil]
cleaned the house, detailed the smart car, took the 848 into town and checked out the block party not horrible ... not great either
Met up with part of the JJ gang this morning and took my boss with us for a slow to medium ride. Nothing real thrilling happened. He's picking it all up pretty quick.
I'm painting the new exhaust baffles now and watching TV. Will catch the MotoGP race in a bit.
Quote from: mac900 on October 31, 2010, 05:12:37 PM
Met up with part of the JJ gang this morning and took my boss with us for a slow to medium ride. Nothing real thrilling happened. He's picking it all up pretty quick.
I'm painting the new exhaust baffles now and watching TV. Will catch the MotoGP race in a bit.
Good fun for me today...medium pace, but was able to wick it up a bit in spots.
Let us know how the exhaust is with the new baffles...hope you get that sound that you've been chasing... ;D
Had
ANOTHER of the local guys go down today. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: Gene V on October 31, 2010, 05:37:57 PM
hope you get that sound that you've been chasing... ;D
Think the motor needs to "go to eleven" to get the sound he is after. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 31, 2010, 06:06:52 PM
Had ANOTHER of the local guys go down today. [thumbsdown]
Think the motor needs to "go to eleven" to get the sound he is after. [evil]
How's the rider? We can assume the bike didn't fare too well. What happened?
The sound of Eleven? Well, maybe..... I'm not looking so much for the deep bass but just trying to get some noise that's still below obnoxious. Gene said he couldn't even hear the engine with the full stock baffles in and having just the end caps in is still a bit loud when the engine is wicked up. I'm returning to a former version that has the "Gene" mod. We'll see next weekend.
Quote from: mac900 on October 31, 2010, 07:58:30 PM
Gene said he couldn't even hear the engine with the full stock baffles
Huh?...Gene forgot to mention that his hearing is not 100%...;D
Forgot to ask...How did Bosski like today's ride?... [moto]
Went to Cirque du Soleil with the wife today. It was pretty damned awesome, though Jen kept wanting to compare it to the resident shows in Vegas. Spoiled girl ;)
Quote from: mac900 on October 31, 2010, 07:58:30 PM
How's the rider? We can assume the bike didn't fare too well. What happened?
Yea, the bike done. Car pulled out in front of him, right after two of us went by. Brian got on the brakes hard, back end came up and the bike flip flopped down the road. Brian is fine, thankfully, and only seems to have some bruising.
Went outside with the dog at 4am today. There must be big waves coming in. It was so still and clear that you could hear the surf from Lanikai all the way up here across the highway. Kind of cool. It's Election Day so I get to go to work late. Yay!
Quote from: Gene V on October 31, 2010, 08:44:49 PM
Forgot to ask...How did Bosski like today's ride?... [moto]
Actually, he had a blast. He kept saying things like "the sound, the turns, the acceleration". [laugh] He's all pumped and last night he started working on the changes he wants to make to the R1100S before he takes it out.
saw a nail in my new rear Q2 yesterday. so i dropped off the 848 @ SSD this morning and got another new one put on. starting to be glad i got the tire protection plan
Yesterday... Got my 7.5K service completed and rode the bike home in pouring rain in darkness. Glad to have the bike back, but got soaked. It sure feel like winter is here and my first winter in the wet Maunawili.
Quote from: sta on November 04, 2010, 11:46:05 AM
Yesterday... Got my 7.5K service completed and rode the bike home in pouring rain in darkness. Glad to have the bike back, but got soaked. It sure feel like winter is here and my first winter in the wet Maunawili.
time for a set of rain tires... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on November 04, 2010, 12:44:12 PM
time for a set of rain tires... ;D
Pures? They're already on his bike. Does look like a wet one might be coming. We've already got some minor rock slides on Norfolk. :o
Rick, do you have a chain rivet tool and chain cutter?
Quote from: mac900 on November 05, 2010, 12:26:05 AM
Pures? They're already on his bike. Does look like a wet one might be coming. We've already got some minor rock slides on Norfolk. :o
I am thinking...superdigger or swampers? Hahaha. [evil]
Quote from: Nicky848 on November 05, 2010, 12:51:33 AM
Rick, do you have a chain rivet tool and chain cutter?
Does a bear shit in the woods? [cheeky] Sure do.
Guess I need to buy NEW chain and sprockets
Finally got my bike back yesterday morning from the shop and went riding with hubby last night. Aaahhh....how I miss you...err....talking about my bike. [moto]
Quote from: Nicky848 on November 06, 2010, 12:38:13 AM
Guess I need to buy NEW chain and sprockets
Already?? When you do we can get the job done fast down here at my shop.
Not doing it on DUC. Need it for Ninja
No sweat. [thumbsup]
solo run on tantalus / round top. a little wet and dirty at the top, but the rest was dry. the monster was quite happy to be in the twisties today. heheheeh
Ordered struts for my wife's car from Tirerack today, even with shipping they beat Checker's price by $150...too bad they don't sell Duc parts...
Cleaned the SF, also checked/adjusted air pressures, topped off the oil and checked the coolant level...ready to rock n roll... ;D
Took the Seven for a spin down to Mt Vernon.
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)
I think that's more mileage than you put on it your entire time in HI [cheeky]
Close. The bikes didn't see much use down there at all...
Took the monthly Ducati group (such that it was) up to the North Shore and back to Kaneohe/Town ....... shortened my modified baffles ... I think I got the right noise now ... heading out for a small celebration with some Sierra Anniversary Ales and some Opus X.
Quote from: mac900 on November 13, 2010, 07:00:28 PM
heading out for a small celebration with some Sierra Anniversary Ales and some Opus X.
Cool. Laughn and I went and had some outstanding steaks at a spot up near his new place. Came home, got the laser pointer out and ran D around in circles as I had a glass of bourbon and a Padron 1964 Anniversary.
I borrowed the Hypermotard this afternoon and went for a ride with the boss around Tantalus. Tantalus was actually pretty nice with only a few damp spots and lots of dry corners. Took it easy for him as this was his third time on the M620. I figure in terms of effort that I was running about 30% or so. We got down and ran up the Pali but it looked a bit rainy at the top so we cut off up where the Old Pali Road comes out and went back down it. That was very wet and lots of leaves so we took it real easy. Got back down to Queens Hospital and stopped. I asked him if he wanted to go out towards Hawaii Kai and I thought he said OK.
Then he tells me that going up wasn't too bad but coming down was a lot harder and now he knew why it was so easy for him to catch motorcycles on his bicycle when coming downhill. He's done that in the Alps and also on Tantalus. I chuckled a bit and said that was all well and good but it depended on the motorcycle and the rider.
He proceeds to tell me he could catch me on his bicycle. I said to him, "You think you could catch me on this?" and I point to the Hyper. He says no problem.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Anyway we must have got our signals crossed because when I pulled over to make a U turn and head back to Vineyard and the freeway on ramp going east he waved and kept on riding back towards the shop. Oh well.......
It was actually drier at the top of the Pali than when we went up earlier......that is until I got out of the tunnels on the Windward side. It was dry just coming out of the tunnels but there was a wall of water sitting out there and you couldn't see anything of except the rain. I stopped at the first emergency run off and put everything I had into plastic bags in my pocket. Then took off down the hill. The rain hit at the traffic light and within 5 seconds I was completely and thoroughly soaked. Everything is still on hangers.
That's a damn shame - I really wanted to know the outcome of the bike/motorbike downhill twisty race. Perhaps another day?
Another day for sure. I'll even make it easier on him and I'll use the 848. There's no other bike that I've ridden that I can corner faster up there than the Hypermotard. Not even Ben's SD and it was pretty impressive.
Installed an aftermarket horn on the SF today...not a huge noise maker, but louder than stock with a deeper tone...
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a friend has the nautilus horn installed on his bike. funny to watch ppl jump when he blows it.
painted another safe... and found that its hard to take pride in your work when your boss is telling you to half ass the prep work.
the bastard wants a car show quality paint job but dont want to pay me to sand and primer
well at least its all one color
regular day ... ssdd ... more of it 2morrow ...
Woke up at 4:30 this morning to the sound of my wife's car leaving the carport, she was headed out to do her Black Friday shopping...
Quote from: Gene V on November 26, 2010, 10:49:59 AM
Woke up at 4:30 this morning to the sound of my wife's car leaving the carport, she was headed out to do her Black Friday shopping...
nice of her not to wake you ... WHAT!!!!!!! 0430H?????????
Not a damn thing.
Had a really good ride with Rick today, he brought out his friend's Hyper S and we swapped bikes for obilgatory run up Tantalus...that bike is a hoot on that hill, a Hyper SP would be my bike of choice if Ducati didn't make the SF...all in all a fun afternoon, the only thing missing was a certain guy and his SD... ;D
And a ham sandwich.
Came home after riding with Gene and took the 848 out for a spin and a quick bite. Settling back now with a Sierra Nevada Estate Homegrown Ale and a cigar and the new issue of Motorcyclist and listening to a New York City jazz station. Pondering the fate of a certain 848.
[moto]
Quote from: mac900 on November 27, 2010, 07:24:20 PM
Pondering the fate of a certain 848.
You can send it to me. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 27, 2010, 08:30:49 PM
You can send it to me. ;D
You know where to send the check. [beer]
the hyper is the bike [thumbsup]
Quote from: lurkingforyou on November 27, 2010, 11:07:58 PM
the hyper is the bike [thumbsup]
Just curious, why would you pick the Hyper over the Streetfighter? Simpler?
Quote from: mac900 on November 28, 2010, 02:48:46 PM
Just curious, why would you pick the Hyper over the Streetfighter? Simpler?
Dumbererer. [thumbsup]
are we gonna have a discussion of if the Hyper is better than the SF?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on November 28, 2010, 03:41:21 PM
are we gonna have a discussion of if the Hyper is better than the SF?
Not on this thread. [cheeky] See this one http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=44680.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=44680.0)
Quote from: mac900 on November 28, 2010, 06:47:56 PM
Not on this thread. [cheeky] See this one http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=44680.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=44680.0)
ok ... will do later ... still having french toast and [bacon] with [coffee] before a short ride and then to 'work' from home ...
have a nice day everyone !!!
Picked up a couple of Christmas trees this monring...yes, it's that time of year again... ;D
Quick ride to the country this afternoon, Kunia Rd, snake, etc...I heart my Ducati... ;D
Took a detour to SSD on the way home and checked out Will's Hyper Evo SP, sweet bike... [thumbsup]...also had a nice chat with Will...
I must say, everyone love December, but, streets are a nigthmare ... not even on a bike you get nowhere fast ...
sat on my bike for 2 hours in the rain trying to get to work this morning, then sat on the 848 for an hour and a half trying to get home... i hate the traffic, but i heart my ducati too
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 02, 2010, 12:12:31 AM
sat on my bike for 2 hours in the rain trying to get to work this morning, then sat on the 848 for an hour and a half trying to get home... i hate the traffic, but i heart my ducati too
wait a minute .... where you here and i didn't see you ... cause, that's what i did yesterday ...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 02, 2010, 12:12:31 AM
sat on my bike for 2 hours in the rain trying to get to work this morning, then sat on the 848 for an hour and a half trying to get home... i hate the traffic, but i heart my ducati too
And that is why I moved into town when I lived there...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on December 02, 2010, 02:45:37 AM
wait a minute .... where you here and i didn't see you ... cause, that's what i did yesterday ...
the only thing i saw were the brake lights of the cars in front of me
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 02, 2010, 12:12:31 AM
sat on my bike for 2 hours in the rain trying to get to work this morning, then sat on the 848 for an hour and a half trying to get home... i hate the traffic, but i heart my ducati too
That's one of the reasons why Will chose a Hypermotard to commute on. You may heart (why does everyone use that phrase now instead of "love", love is easier to type) your 848 but your 848 doesn't heart/love you for making it go through that. [cheeky]
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 02, 2010, 08:16:43 AM
the only thing i saw were the brake lights of the cars in front of me
I was joking ... I did the same thing here in Panama ... yesterday ... today, took the bus ...
Quote from: mac900 on December 02, 2010, 08:27:15 AM
That's one of the reasons why Will chose a Hypermotard to commute on. You may heart (why does everyone use that phrase now instead of "love", love is easier to type) your 848 but your 848 doesn't heart/love you for making it go through that. [cheeky]
she told me she is not happy with sitting in traffic but would perfer it over me riding the monster, for some reason my 848 gets very jealous of the thought of me riding on/in anything else ... on a side note i just hit 14k miles with the girl. damn they add up fast.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 02, 2010, 06:17:33 PM
she told me she is not happy with sitting in traffic but would perfer it over me riding the monster, for some reason my 848 gets very jealous of the thought of me riding on/in anything else ... on a side note i just hit 14k miles with the girl. damn they add up fast.
well ... mine, cannot get jealous ... there's no other to ride ...
Got me some Blue Eyed Boy. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 03, 2010, 01:28:02 PM
Got me some Blue Eyed Boy. [thumbsup]
Wonderful! I remember when we shared some up at Tristan & Jen's. What a night.
Quote from: mac900 on December 04, 2010, 12:17:47 AM
Wonderful! I remember when we shared some up at Tristan & Jen's. What a night.
Did we have some up at theirs? It must have been one hell of a night, because I don't remember anything about it. ;) I only remember having it that once at my place, shortly before heading off to Afghanistan. In fact, that very well could have been Teddy's last appearance out in public.
Maybe it was up at your place. I get confoozeled. Yes, I think that was the last time we all saw Teddy. Tristan & Jen have seen him since then.
Heading out for early breakfast today, in fact in just minutes. We are having a BMW Car Club Tech session down at the shop today starting at 0900. I'm taking the 848 and will have new rubber put on it today. Might put up the outside Christmas lights later on.......
Quote from: mac900 on December 04, 2010, 08:50:21 AM
I'm taking the 848 and will have new rubber put on it today.
What are you getting?
At this point the Q2's have a slight edge over the Pures. That could change over the next hour.
Where are you getting them mounted at?
Quote from: mac900 on December 04, 2010, 11:32:14 AM
At this point the Q2's have a slight edge over the Pures. That could change over the next hour.
In the last few seconds the Pures won. Having them done at Cycle Sports. Just took the wheels by themselves in but the only bummer is they can't balance the rear wheel.
Why not? Do they not have the capability to spin the rear wheel on a balancer?
Also, what factors were you using to judge the tires?
Aw man I was looking forward to hearing your opinion on the Q2s :(
watch as two workers fixed my living room's ceiling ... damaged by water ... no insurance wont pay for it ...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 04, 2010, 01:17:47 PM
Why not? Do they not have the capability to spin the rear wheel on a balancer?
Also, what factors were you using to judge the tires?
They can spin the front tire because they have adapters that will fit that size axle but they don't have adapters big enough to fit the axle holes in the rear wheel.
The Q2 gets good reviews but so do the Pures. Emile told me he would put Pures back on his bike if he was keeping it. Then too, I'm sort of a Michelin guy and when I saw them on display in the Parts Dept that was it. Kim said he thought they be a bit stickier than the Q2's so what the heck. How's that for scientific reasoning? Hope I made the right choice, I think I'll be alright.
Well, all I can say is this: I have yet to hear anyone express any remorse or regret what-so-ever after buying the Pures.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 04, 2010, 03:05:55 PM
Well, all I can say is this: I have yet to hear anyone express any remorse or regret what-so-ever after buying the Pures.
The jury is still out......... Gene & I went over Tantalus at a moderate pace. I had to slow way down as I was getting tire slide front & rear and it was a DRY road. >:( They also feel hard compared to the old Power Roads. That stiffness may be getting a bit softer but it's only been Tantalus and then home. Difficult to tell for sure. Maybe after they break in they will be better. I hope so.
Sounds like you need to put some more miles on them...the weather is supposed to be nice tomorrow...;D
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 04, 2010, 01:49:16 PM
Aw man I was looking forward to hearing your opinion on the Q2s :(
What's your opinion? You're running on them, right?
Quote from: mac900 on December 04, 2010, 07:13:01 PM
Gene & I went over Tantalus at a moderate pace. I had to slow way down as I was getting tire slide front & rear and it was a DRY road.
Come to think of it, you did look like you were tiptoeing a bit in spots...
Quote from: Gene V on December 04, 2010, 08:52:48 PM
Come to think of it, you did look like you were tiptoeing a bit in spots...
Not exactly confidence inspiring at this point. :P Like I said I hope they get better with break in but I don't recall having to go through that a year or so ago when I had the Power Roads installed. They were good right from the get go. Memories dim and maybe I wasn't used to riding in the same style at that time.
Quote from: mac900 on December 04, 2010, 08:03:27 PM
What's your opinion? You're running on them, right?
when they warm up on dry roads i think they are great. on wet roads i feel them slide more then the stock dragons that it came with. but that is most likely do to the fact that i am going a bit faster then i did with the old tires. truth be told, I simply just dont have much experience on other tires to really compare them too.
Fantastic day for a motorbike ride, and ride we did... [moto]...thanks for coming out to play Rick and Jing... [thumbsup]
got up at 6 am detailed the 848 till almost 8 am then decided i really didnt feel like riding for an hour to the toys for tots ride just to be hot in a large group of people that i dont really know. was strongly considering meeting up with jose at big city dinner to ride with them but just didnt have the energy to get ready.
i chose to enter the annual turkey trot trail race instead of the toys for tots. i bruised some ribs and took out some aggression, i think i made the right choice.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 05, 2010, 12:15:07 AM
when they warm up on dry roads i think they are great. on wet roads i feel them slide more then the stock dragons that it came with. but that is most likely do to the fact that i am going a bit faster then i did with the old tires. truth be told, I simply just dont have much experience on other tires to really compare them too.
All you have to do is remember your impressions. I had super old databases to work with up until 4 or 5 years ago. That is I didn't have any experience with any modern tire until that time. I had old Pilot Roads on a Monster that I replaced with Pilot Powers. Total Transformation. I had shitty DOT Track worn tires on a 999 that I replaced with Pilot Powers. Total Transformation for the better although the profile on the rear was so steep on the sides that I could never wear the chicken strips to the edge of the tire. I had Bridgestone OEM BT-016 Battleaxes on the Gixxer 750. A good tire for sure but the handling on that bike was light years better than the modified Monster and the tuned 999 so I couldn't tell that much about the tires. The whole package was so good it ripped my eyes open about how a bike should handle. Then I got the 848 with it's stock Pirelli Corsas (3's ?) Good tires for sure but hamstrung by the stock suspension. Due to a ripping flat in the rear tire I changed to Pilot Powers again. I don't exactly know where in there I switched out the rear shock to the Ohlins but I remember being immediately comfortable with the Powers. Then with the total suspension change on the 848 I had no chicken strips on the rear and damn near none on the front. Whhooo Rhaaah. The Pilot Pures have a steeper "V" profile on them than the Powers and so I haven't burned off the chicken strips and might not. Doesn't really matter. The Pures are starting to work but I can't say they are better than the regular first version of the Powers, not just yet anyway. The fronts are still a bit skatey but the rear is working good now and both were solid for 75+ around the inside of the Pali U downhill today. Not even a sweat and felt like there was much more for the asking but it's only the second day on the tires so I wasn't going to push them or myself.
All you can do is continue to pay attention to how the bike feels and what it does under whatever different circumstances. That, and how it all plays out over time with different bikes and tires. That is where conning your friends for test drives on their bikes works out. [laugh]
Oh, then I came home and put up the outside Christmas lights, bought a tree and almost have it set up.
Quote from: mac900 on December 05, 2010, 11:14:48 PM
Oh, then I came home and put up the outside Christmas lights, bought a tree and almost have it set up.
You've got a lot of energy for an older guy, I came home and took a nap...but then I cooked dinner and the wifey forced me to go shopping afterwards...
Yeah, i napped too! I was definitely tired and it was hard to keep up with you two young boys! :D
I went to the shooting range, then had a hell burger with Laughn.
No more riding here, as the day time highs are in the 30s. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: sta on December 05, 2010, 11:50:22 PM
Yeah, i napped too! I was definitely tired and it was hard to keep up with you two young boys! :D
You noticed that the guy on the Streetfighter is getting a little more comfortable up on Tantalus and is having more confidence in the bike and himself, huh? [moto] [thumbsup]
Quote from: mac900 on December 06, 2010, 08:42:48 AM
You noticed that the guy on the Streetfighter is getting a little more comfortable up on Tantalus and is having more confidence in the bike and himself, huh? [moto] [thumbsup]
Like I was telling Jing over lunch, a good portion of it is having a really good rider to follow, showing the lines, braking/downshifting points, etc...plus that ride a week ago on the Hyper S was a great confidence booster...still a bit shaky in spots though, but having lots of fun... ;D
Quote from: Gene V on December 06, 2010, 10:47:53 AM
a good portion of it is having a really good rider to follow, showing the lines, braking/downshifting points, etc...
Werd!
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 06, 2010, 01:20:52 PM
Werd!
First you need to find a good rider to follow. [laugh] DRKWNG has had a front row seat watching me overcook corners and almost take a Hyper right off the road. ;D
Spent the afternoon cleaning up a messy yard due to last night's wind...lost 5 apple banana trees, 2 bearing fruit... :(
Quote from: Gene V on December 10, 2010, 06:14:26 PM
Spent the afternoon cleaning up a messy yard due to last night's wind...lost 5 apple banana trees, 2 bearing fruit... :(
Wow, that's some serious wind. Hope you find your trees! [cheeky]
Readied the M3 for tomorrow's autocross this afternnon...quick ride to snake road and back earlier...
Caugth up with the news on all bad events down here, floods, landslides, highways sinkholes ... weird stuff ...
Worked 12 hours, now having a cold beer @bikini cantina, and a kick ass enchilada
for my sis' birthday, went cardboard riding at kakaako park and ate dinner w/ her n her friends.
half the fun is watching everyone eat it.
Got home at 8pm last night. It was gorgeous outside with no wind and a 3/4 moon overhead, clear as a bell with stars everywhere and that wonderful cool Hawaiian air. Said to the 848 "You want to go for a ride?" "Hell ya" it replied. "About damn time, where've you been?" Grabbed the winter jacket and off we went. I could write poetry but think I'll spare ya'll. H3 up & down. Kaneohe and the bay sure are pretty in the moonlight. Memorable. [evil]
Quote from: mac900 on December 17, 2010, 06:42:40 AM
Got home at 8pm last night. It was gorgeous outside with no wind and a 3/4 moon overhead, clear as a bell with stars everywhere and that wonderful cool Hawaiian air. Said to the 848 "You want to go for a ride?" "Hell ya" it replied. "About damn time, where've you been?" Grabbed the winter jacket and off we went. I could write poetry but think I'll spare ya'll. H3 up & down. Kaneohe and the bay sure are pretty in the moonlight. Memorable. [evil]
Cool...
I had Darmah out playing in the snow last night. :D
Took as much bandwidth as I could from the USO.
Stuck at aloha gas station in Kailua due to fuel leak on my monster. Ironic I was on the way to ssd. Now is the waiting game for the tow...
Find out if the leak was caused by tank swelling. If so, let me know.
Just got the words from Will, a crack in the fuel line. That means I maynot get it back until next year due to special order reqired for the parts. :(. I Also reported then tank swelling issue cause I couldn't even lift up the tank. It was snugged against the key slot.
Bummer...surprised they don't have fuel line in stock, hope they can figured something out.
I think my replacement tank is in, just waiting for SSD to call...
Did Tantalus, Pali, 13 turns and Norfolk with Brandon and Rick this afternoon...felt bad about not giving you a call, don't feel so bad now knowing you couldn't of made it anyways... ;D
Quote from: sta on December 18, 2010, 03:02:51 PM
Just got the words from Will, a crack in the fuel line. That means I maynot get it back until next year due to special order reqired for the parts. :(. I Also reported then tank swelling issue cause I couldn't even lift up the tank. It was snugged against the key slot.
What year is your bike? Is there some sort of special formed fuel hose on it? I had a fuel line spraying gas all over the intake manifold and horizontal cyl head when I was taking Tori's 620 in for a safety inspection. I replaced all the external fuel hoses with bulk hose, meaning you cut the sections you need from a big roll of hose.
yeah didn't have any bulk that size in stock for some reason, will be taken care of soon. put an order in for stock line just for good measure. sorry i could't get some one to run around today to go get some.
you will get her back soon
Thank u , Will. No problem, things happen. Thanks to Gene for understanding I wouldn't have made it anyway. Jk np too. :). Rick, mine is a 2007. From the look of it, it is a special formed line. Will was going to cut at the crack and place a connector in between, but little do we know there were two cracks. Thanks to Will for thinking of that. it's all good. I will get my beauty sleep in. Thanks everryone for u help/thoughts
No worries. The weatherman says this rain is going to be with us for a bit. It might even be rainy next weekend too.
Quote from: mac900 on December 19, 2010, 08:37:00 AM
No worries. The weatherman says this rain is going to be with us for a bit. It might even be rainy next weekend too.
Let's just hope that this isn't going to be one of those 40 days & 40 nights things... ;)
Quote from: Gene V on December 19, 2010, 11:06:11 AM
Let's just hope that this isn't going to be one of those 40 days & 40 nights things... ;)
Lots of folks still refer to that storm. What we have so far has already had a serious effect over here. The top part of Norfolk is almost unpassable already. When I left to do morning chores there were just some leaves on the road. When I returned there were huge piles of leaves & branches, rocks & dirt at the top. Some piled so high that it scraped the bottom of the car and then bigger rocks have already started falling off the hill so that you have to cross over into the oncoming lane to avoid them. It's going to get interesting. So far we still have power but I've already heard the UPS kick in once. [roll]
Good thing we got in a few passes yesterday. Boy, did I need that fix.
Yup, the dark sky and raining weather also had a serious affect on my sleeping patern too. It is 1140 and I was waken up by a call, otherwise I would have still been dreaming... ;)
Cleaned and lubed my chain this morning...
Quote from: Gene V on December 19, 2010, 03:22:04 PM
Cleaned and lubed my chain this morning...
You needed to do that! [thumbsup]
ok jing all done, i found some hose. we actually had alot, but it wasn't where i looked on sat. sorry about not finding it earlier
will
Thank u Will. It's no problem at all, I couldn't ride in the rain anyways. If weather allows, I will pick it up by Thursday. Thanks again. [thumbsup]
Home.
took the smart car in today to find out why the check engine light came on... apparently these lil cars dont like to be parked in about a foot of flowing water for 8 hours... go figure
while i was waiting i walked over to SSD just to look around. saw the white 848 evo in person and really dont care for the red rims and the flat white paint. i also met a kid white a 2010 848 had a lil over 2k on the odo and already he had a large bubble on his gas tank, yellowish brown discoloring on his paint around his gas cap, and leaking gasoline from some where under the tank but not sure yet exactly where.
i dont know how i am managing being lucky with mine. 09 848 with over 14k miles and from what i can see no signs of bubbles or expansion yet (knock on wood)
Quote from: zzilla on December 22, 2010, 09:10:07 PM
Home.
Welcome "back" Trey!!
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 23, 2010, 02:19:08 AM
i also met a kid white a 2010 848 had a lil over 2k on the odo and already he had a large bubble on his gas tank, yellowish brown discoloring on his paint around his gas cap, and leaking gasoline from some where under the tank but not sure yet exactly where.
Did you get his contact details? If so, get him in touch with me.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 23, 2010, 03:00:29 AM
Did you get his contact details? If so, get him in touch with me.
sorry i didnt, hell i dont even remember his name. perhaps will knows who im talking about. i cant imagine there being that many pearl 2010 848s out there leaking gas that were at SSD today.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 23, 2010, 02:19:08 AM
while i was waiting i walked over to SSD just to look around. saw the white 848 evo in person and really dont care for the red rims and the flat white paint.
When I first saw pictures in mags and on the web I thought it might look pretty good. Not so much in real life I agree. [thumbsdown]
As for the 2010 848 that yellow brown from the fuel cap could be due to overfilling the tank and letting it sit. [roll]
Took a ride to visit the snake this morning, ain't it great how crisp petrol powered vehicles run in cool, dense air...;D
Also visited SSD...my replacement tank is in, just need to make the appointment... [thumbsup]
hey gene v,
is a e36 4 dr m3 'manu-matic' as 'fun' as the 2dr coupe'? being offered one for $4.5k
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on December 23, 2010, 05:32:27 PM
hey gene v,
is a e36 4 dr m3 'manu-matic' as 'fun' as the 2dr coupe'? being offered one for $4.5k
If this is a euro spec (non-U.S) E36M3 with the SMG (sequential manual gearbox), I would stay away from it as it's known to have lot's of problems...if it's an E36M3 with the regular automatic tranny, it's not going to be anywhere near as much fun as a 5-speed, whether it has 2 doors or 4...the handling will be there, but the fun factor will be in short supply.
Quote from: Gene V on December 23, 2010, 05:56:28 PM
If this is a euro spec (non-U.S) E36M3 with the SMG (sequential manual gearbox), I would stay away from it as it's known to have lot's of problems...if it's an E36M3 with the regular automatic tranny, it's not going to be anywhere near as much fun as a 5-speed, whether it has 2 doors or 4...the handling will be there, but the fun factor will be in short supply.
it's euro-spec with 60k+ kms ....
if it has the SMG I would be wary, unless you get clean bill of health via a PPI (pre purchase inspection)...
http://www.google.com/search?q=e36m3+smg+problems&sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft:en-US&ie=utf8&oe=utf8&rlz=1I7GPEA_en (http://www.google.com/search?q=e36m3+smg+problems&sourceid=ie7&rls=com.microsoft:en-US&ie=utf8&oe=utf8&rlz=1I7GPEA_en)
it's a second owner vehicle, only dealer serviced, except tires ... plus with the KTS I was able to see into it ... no issues except need to replace tranny fluid ...
just want to be sure I can carry my boss, my boss' boss and when alone have some fun ... Vehicle still has OEM wheels, and 3rd set of tires ... 1st owner was 45 when he bought it new, second owner has had car for 7 years and is 52yrs ... both say they never have gone into redline ...
Might be a deal then, if it has been well maintained...
Quote from: Gene V on December 23, 2010, 06:27:42 PM
Might be a deal then, if it has been well maintained...
I'll try to see if owner 'lends it to me' for a weekend, bike's pink slip as colateral ... will update on Monday
If functioning properly, the SMG should be loads more fun than a regualar auto tranny...
I don't know why, but I was thinking that they didn't debut the SMG until the E46 cars. Regardless though, the Euro E36 Ms had that nice head on them. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 23, 2010, 07:15:33 PM
the Euro E36 Ms had that nice head on them. [evil]
Yup, 6 throttle bodies versus one, variable valve timing on both cams, higher redline, higher compression ratio, aluminum door skins and nearly 80 more HP... ;D
the dude in question has a tank on the way
Quote from: Gene V on December 23, 2010, 07:11:00 PM
If functioning properly, the SMG should be loads more fun than a regualar auto tranny...
Stay away from SMG. Stay very far away. That is unless, of course, you have more money than sense and you bring it to me to fix. ;D
Quote from: lurkingforyou on December 23, 2010, 11:11:52 PM
the dude in question has a tank on the way
whats the price difference between the aluminum tank and the plastic one?
Quote from: lurkingforyou on December 23, 2010, 11:11:52 PM
the dude in question has a tank on the way
Will, sent you a pm.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 24, 2010, 12:55:48 AM
whats the price difference between the aluminum tank and the plastic one?
The actual bare bones plastic tank (less the cap, pump & fittings) costs more than the aluminum tank but then again the plastic tank comes painted whereas the aluminum is just that, plain aluminum.
No, Ducati will not replace a plastic tank with an aluminum tank and will not participate in any cost adjustment whatsoever. I already asked.
Quote from: lurkingforyou on December 23, 2010, 11:11:52 PM
the dude in question has a tank on the way
Ummm what's to keep the replacment plastic tank from doing the same thing? How many tanks will ducati replace on the same bike
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 24, 2010, 11:36:19 AM
Ummm what's to keep the replacment plastic tank from doing the same thing? How many tanks will ducati replace on the same bike
Nothing keeps them from doing the same thing. In fact, there are several bikes that have the third, and in some cases forth tanks. Read through the these:
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43639.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=43639.0)
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=25074.msg438664#msg438664 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=25074.msg438664#msg438664)
Quote from: mac900 on December 23, 2010, 11:48:26 PM
Stay away from SMG. Stay very far away. That is unless, of course, you have more money than sense and you bring it to me to fix. ;D
you also wrench bimmers? owner told me that i could have the car saturday and sunday against a signed 'pink slip' of my bike ... will update on monday ...
took the Christmas ham to my daughter's place for cooking this morning, 'cause we set our oven on clean cycle last night and now the oven door is locked and won't open... [thumbsdown]
was woken up at 4am to go to wallmart before the last minute Rush. and it worked out pretty well.
i found this for $3.00
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/arcee/2010-12-24183518.jpg)
so i bought all 3 of them ;D
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/arcee/2010-12-24183420.jpg)
from what i hear they have 1198s , 696s, 749s, and hypermotards also but none in stock as of today
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on December 24, 2010, 04:20:45 PM
you also wrench bimmers? owner told me that i could have the car saturday and sunday against a signed 'pink slip' of my bike ... will update on monday ...
Sign that pink slip & he'll own your bike and his car all at the same time.
I have wrenched on Bimmers and Benzs but lately I've been the service manager at an independent BMW shop. The shop is also an unofficial hangout workshop for a few of the Duc owners I ride with.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 24, 2010, 08:45:46 PM
was woken up at 4am to go to wallmart before the last minute Rush. and it worked out pretty well.
i found this for $3.00
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/arcee/2010-12-24183518.jpg)
so i bought all 3 of them ;D
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/arcee/2010-12-24183420.jpg)
from what i hear they have 1198s , 696s, 749s, and hypermotards also but none in stock as of today
cool, you're the only guy on the island with 4 white 848s... [thumbsup]
Had our Christmas dinner on the eve this year rather than Christmas day, a good time was had by one and all... [wine]
Quote from: mac900 on December 24, 2010, 09:18:06 PM
Sign that pink slip & he'll own your bike and his car all at the same time.
I have wrenched on Bimmers and Benzs but lately I've been the service manager at an independent BMW shop. The shop is also an unofficial hangout workshop for a few of the Duc owners I ride with.
First of all, Merry Xmas everyone ...
mac, I'll sign the pink slip if, and only if something happens to the car, bike won't leave my garage and pink slip will not be signed, unless ... that's the deal ...
Cool, you have the job I once had ... SM at an independent shop, but, I was SM at a dealership ... 2 many issues of the 'paper trail' type and things took 2 long to get solved, so I told owner to step it up or ... 3 months later I quit, open my own shop with equipment from the dealership that had gone bellyup due to 'lack of service'[people commented how good the guys in the shop worked without much needed tools and parts] and it lasted about 5 years ... untill, I had to close down. Had to sell everything, my OBD1/2 diagnostics, my euro-diagnostics, my CO2 analyzer ... in tota, about, $45K of tools and equipment for $10K... And this car once came to my shop for a brake pad replacement ... He installed EBC all around, I remember ...
Did the dealership service manager thing too. Twice. Saved them from a horrible warranty audit but then the business was sold. Over the long run my service philosophy clashed too often with the new owners so we had to part ways. They continue along in their finest tradition which benefits us greatly. I hope they never change. [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on December 25, 2010, 11:01:59 AM
Did the dealership service manager thing too. Twice. Saved them from a horrible warranty audit but then the business was sold. Over the long run my service philosophy clashed too often with the new owners so we had to part ways. They continue along in their finest tradition which benefits us greatly. I hope they never change. [laugh]
Yes, dealers love their customers, that's why we have independent shops all over the world; and now with tools available to everyone ... Even 'OEM' only diagnostics, like Bosch's KTS 670 ... it's a hoot to work solo ...
Quote from: Gene V on December 24, 2010, 11:13:31 PM
Had our Christmas dinner on the eve this year rather than Christmas day, a good time was had by one and all... [wine]
Did you get your oven open?
Quote from: mac900 on December 25, 2010, 01:22:52 PM
Did you get your oven open?
No, technician coming on the 28th...was no problem though as my daughter took care of the ham and the stove top was still operable...
Quote from: Gene V on December 25, 2010, 05:04:55 PM
No, technician coming on the 28th...
I'm now armed with the part number in question, so if it's available I may beat the tech to it... ;D
More power to you. I hope you fix it. Our TV cable is on the blink and losing channels by the dozens. Most are just black screen. It will be the 3rd digital box in one year from Oceanic. I am seriously thinking satellite at this point. It'll be cheaper and can't be any worse reliability wise. Just plain bullshit. Can't use your oven -- can't watch TV. Shit....... on Christmas too.
BTW -- riding tomorrow if weather allows?
Quote from: mac900 on December 25, 2010, 07:15:44 PM
BTW -- riding tomorrow if weather allows?
I'm down, weather dependent.
Quote from: zzilla on December 25, 2010, 07:43:19 PM
I'm down, weather dependent.
cool...I'll be riding if the weather holds...
It's raining over here. WTF? It's not supposed to be doing that until tomorrow night. I got 15 miles in on the Pegoretti this afternoon with only drizzle coming from convective showers off the mountains that blew down with the light south winds. Now it's a soaking type rain.
Just got back from la isla bigga. It rained every day, but it was still a nice break. Looks like a missed a bit around here.... welcome back Trey, even if only for now.
Good to be back. Taking wifey to acupuncture again to try and speed labor along. If all else fails, she'll be induced friday @ tripler
It's great that you can be here for the birth of your first born... [thumbsup]
Watched my son install a new head unit (Christmas present) in my car today... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Gene V on December 28, 2010, 05:33:56 PM
Watched my son install a new head unit (Christmas present) in my car today... [thumbsup]
Does it have an input for your Mr. Microphone?
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 28, 2010, 05:59:08 PM
Does it have an input for your Mr. Microphone?
[laugh] [laugh]...no, but it has an input for my Mr iPod Nano... ;D
Rattle can painted the top of the rear bumper on my son's car this afternoon...not pro perfect, but looks better it did with the faded/peeling clear coat...
Visited tech park and snake with my son this morning, then stopped off here for a look see...
http://podiumraceway.com/ (http://podiumraceway.com/)
Bunch of SCCA autocrossers were there, so Ken did a couple of sessions with them...it's located in the old Barber's Point Navy Exchange building...
Quote from: Gene V on December 31, 2010, 03:55:07 PM
Visited tech park and snake with my son this morning, then stopped off here for a look see...
http://podiumraceway.com/ (http://podiumraceway.com/)
Bunch of SCCA autocrossers were there, so Ken did a couple of sessions with them...it's located in the old Barber's Point Navy Exchange building...
are they up and running now? ive been watch the construction go on as i pass my to check my mail. cant wait to try the place out.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on December 31, 2010, 05:17:00 PM
are they up and running now? ive been watch the construction go on as i pass my to check my mail. cant wait to try the place out.
Official Grand Opening is the 1st, but they had a "soft" opening a couple of days ago...costs $6 for a "license" and then about $15 per race, which is around 15 or so 20-25 second laps...looks like a lot of fun, and gives you a good workout too...
Had a good ride with the guys, ate lunch after and then had a nice one hour nap...gonna attack the Christmas tree now...
Quote from: Gene V on January 02, 2011, 05:56:03 PM
Had a good ride with the guys, ate lunch after and then had a nice one hour nap...gonna attack the Christmas tree now...
That's what we're doing. I've got the outside lights down and packed. Gloria is taking all the ornaments off the tree now. We may leave the lights in for the next week, or not, but at some time we're going to torch the tree........
Quote from: Gene V on January 02, 2011, 05:56:03 PM
Had a good ride with the guys, ate lunch after and then had a nice one hour nap...gonna attack the Christmas tree now...
Hey Gene V,
Tried out the M3 ... tranny is toast ... at speeds won't shift unless you tell it to and even then it takes it sweet time ...
I told the guy, thanks but no thanks ... I really like the car
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on January 03, 2011, 02:38:43 PM
Hey Gene V,
Tried out the M3 ... tranny is toast ... at speeds won't shift unless you tell it to and even then it takes it sweet time ...
I told the guy, thanks but no thanks ... I really like the car
Yeah, the euro-spec E36M3s have the motor & handling...too bad the one you were looking at has the SMG...
Quote from: Gene V on January 03, 2011, 03:21:58 PM
Yeah, the euro-spec E36M3s have the motor & handling...too bad the one you were looking at has the SMG...
At the time, is too much money for me to purchase/repair, since the guy's not willing to go down to $2500.00 ... If he had said yes, I might have gone for it and just drive it up to 4th and that's it, in the city I don't need more gears ...
Quote from: mac900 on January 02, 2011, 06:19:52 PM
That's what we're doing. I've got the outside lights down and packed. Gloria is taking all the ornaments off the tree now. We may leave the lights in for the next week, or not, but at some time we're going to torch the tree........
screw that. my lights stay up all year. Of course, I am infamously lazy...
Yesterday: went for a little bike ride, and ended up in Mokuleia. Not sure how that happened, but it was a great day for a pretty epic ride. it's amazing how my back can handle the biciclette but not the Monster.
Did you put clip-ons on the Monster? I forgot.
Quote from: mac900 on January 03, 2011, 10:28:23 PM
Did you put clip-ons on the Monster? I forgot.
Think he put Cycle Cat clip ons on it when we did the fork swap, but I might have hit the pipe once or twice between now and then.
Jebus, I think a Super Duke would be very back friendly for you.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 04, 2011, 01:57:39 AM
Jebus, I think a Super Duke would be very back friendly for you.
Not to mention that it would be a nice power upgrade from the 750 as opposed to a 1000 Monster which would still be an upgrade but not like a SD.
Then again he could get a back brace and that might be a good cheap effective mod. [cheeky]
Quote from: mac900 on January 04, 2011, 08:23:48 AM
Then again he could get a back brace and that might be a good cheap effective mod. [cheeky]
I've had back problems for years and currently have degenerative disc disease...with the help of a couple of physical therapists I now have a daily stretching routine that loosens me up and strenghtens my back and abdomen muscles...no more Vioxx or Celebrex for me!
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on January 03, 2011, 02:38:43 PM
Hey Gene V,
Tried out the M3 ... tranny is toast ... at speeds won't shift unless you tell it to and even then it takes it sweet time ...
I told the guy, thanks but no thanks ... I really like the car
I don't care, no matter what...... I tell people to stay away from SMG. Even one of my good buddies bought a M6 with SMG. Big loss I say. I've had my guys work on them. Way too expensive to repair considering what you get performance wise. I've had seat time driving them at their fastest and most sensitive shift points and I can still out do them with a regular standard shift. If you worship the tech gods then have at it. If you can't work a standard trans and this is the best you can do and you have money to burn then have at it. I won't sugar coat it. I'm impressed with the engineering that went into it but it's still a big, huge bunch of costly shit that really doesn't do make the beast with two backs all. If you can't drive a stick well then accept that and work an automatic. The present day automatics, flawed as they are, are still a better option for most folks. The current day SMG is a mere shadow of what is running in F1. I have no experience with the new Ferrari set ups so I can't speak for them but don't waste your money on the BMW, not at this point that is.
Quote from: mac900 on January 04, 2011, 10:44:25 PM
I don't care, no matter what...... I tell people to stay away from SMG. Even one of my good buddies bought a M6 with SMG. Big loss I say. I've had my guys work on them. Way too expensive to repair considering what you get performance wise. I've had seat time driving them at their fastest and most sensitive shift points and I can still out do them with a regular standard shift. If you worship the tech gods then have at it. If you can't work a standard trans and this is the best you can do and you have money to burn then have at it. I won't sugar coat it. I'm impressed with the engineering that went into it but it's still a big, huge bunch of costly shit that really doesn't do make the beast with two backs all. If you can't drive a stick well then accept that and work an automatic. The present day automatics, flawed as they are, are still a better option for most folks. The current day SMG is a mere shadow of what is running in F1. I have no experience with the new Ferrari set ups so I can't speak for them but don't waste your money on the BMW, not at this point that is.
mac,
i was considering the car due to the $4500.00 down to $4000.00 price ... but after driving it ... no can do and a 6 speed manual from a coupe that has now an X-Trac 6 speed was being sold to me for $1500.00 +$500.00 install ... Since the guy wouldn't drop to $2500.00 I said no ...
I love manuals ... Why else would I ride a bike if I didn't like shifting myself? Already have an auto-shifter at home, my wife's Suzuki Swift [2007 vintage] that I occasionally drive like a stick shift] ... and must say, this little car goes ...
As an auto tech I get what you mean, but, if the SMG wasn't f$#@*& up, I'd had gone for it, knowing what to spect in the future ...
Quote from: mac900 on January 03, 2011, 10:28:23 PM
Did you put clip-ons on the Monster? I forgot.
Like the 'wing said, it has cycle cat clip-ons, but they are the riser version and only a tiny touch lower than the stock bar. Someday I'll get the new brake lines, allowing me to install the levers I bought from Ben, which will allow the full range of adjustability offered by the clip ons, but for now, I gots what I gots.
played around in mililani tech this afternoon on the 848 ;D
Short ride to Ko Olina & back this morning, followed by a mid-cycle oil change for the SF...after that I readied the car for Sunday's autocross...
Another 13+ hour day at work today. That's 4 out of 5 this week and I would have batted 1.000 except that Tuesday is Gloria's and mine mid-week night out and I only worked 12 hrs that day. We have created a monster and I don't know if it's good or bad ........ whew........
Quote from: Gene V on January 07, 2011, 05:44:48 PM
Short ride to Ko Olina & back this morning, followed by a mid-cycle oil change for the SF...after that I readied the car for Sunday's autocross...
the on and off ramp to that place can be kind of fun... i hit that up almost every day on my way home. that is if no donkey is in front of me.
Quote from: mac900 on January 07, 2011, 10:55:51 PM
We have created a monster and I don't know if it's good or bad ........ whew........
The mid-week date night, or the super-sized service package at BME? ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 08, 2011, 06:24:06 AM
The mid-week date night, or the super-sized service package at BME? ;D
BME, all BME. I'm going to start charging the date night bar tab to the BME credit card. Stress relief. [laugh] Wait, that isn't such a bad idea. [laugh]
Quote from: mac900 on January 07, 2011, 10:55:51 PM
Another 13+ hour day at work today. That's 4 out of 5 this week and I would have batted 1.000 except that Tuesday is Gloria's and mine mid-week night out and I only worked 12 hrs that day. We have created a monster and I don't know if it's good or bad ........ whew........
ouch, i hope ur getting compensated correctly.
Quote from: whackie on January 09, 2011, 05:11:56 PM
ouch, i hope ur getting compensated correctly.
I get a regular paycheck every two weeks. My boss figures that is enough correct compensation.
let's see....... regular Sunday chores -- laundry & grocery shopping. Bought & installed a new toilet seat twice (didn't get the right design the first time [bang] ) -- Rode the Pegoretti 15 miles, including one lap around Norfolk --- Adjusted the valves on the 240D -- some other stuff too but nothing to do with motorcycles.
Autocrossed my car...one thing I've noticed recently, the more proficient that I get on two wheels, the less proficient I am on four...on the track at least...
Quote from: Gene V on January 09, 2011, 09:49:11 PM
Autocrossed my car...one thing I've noticed recently, the more proficient that I get on two wheels, the less proficient I am on four...on the track at least...
That must have to do with where your heart & mind is focused.....
Quote from: Gene V on January 09, 2011, 09:49:11 PM
Autocrossed my car...one thing I've noticed recently, the more proficient that I get on two wheels, the less proficient I am on four...on the track at least...
UHM ... I'd say, you'd like to do the track on a SM ... One leg down, drifting through the corners and then a small jump, hit the esses then that dreaded right, two gears down, hold clutch in, give a bit of gas, let clutch out, leg down through out the right hander ... repeat as needed ...
Or?
Got pulled over by [leo] when I test rode my bike after new Termis installed [bang] [bang] [bang]. Got a lil' carried away. >:(
Pruned my plumeria tree this monrng, ate lunch, took a short nap and then killed some bugs with the SF... ;D
Went to SSHD and looked at the 749 they have there 04 1400 miles and $9900 price tag.
Then strolled over to SSD and looked at the 999s they have with 4k miles and 11k price tag.
On a side note the white 848 EVO had a sold sign on the seat.
Had D out in the snow chasing after the red dot for about an hour this evening.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on January 11, 2011, 07:40:20 PM
Went to SSHD and looked at the 749 they have there 04 1400 miles and $9900 price tag.
[laugh] [laugh] What?
There was an '06 749S for sale up here not long ago. Thing had just over 600 miles and the shop wanted $6500.
im not really interested in either one but might test ride them both for something to do and to say that i did. i do want a second bike but was thinking something more comfortable
Quote from: hadesducati848 on January 12, 2011, 01:23:07 AM
im not really interested in either one but might test ride them both for something to do and to say that i did. i do want a second bike but was thinking something more comfortable
The 999S would get your attention. The 749 would be slightly more comfortable than your 848 but doesn't turn as good and obviously has less power. Might be more happy in traffic but not by much.
Both felt more comfortable then the 848 and that is really what I am interested in. comfort and traffic friendly.not that either of these 2 bike would like the h1 at 5pm eva bound. But at least the 848 would not have to suffer it
Quote from: hadesducati848 on January 12, 2011, 03:22:53 PM
Both felt more comfortable then the 848 and that is really what I am interested in. comfort and traffic friendly.not that either of these 2 bike would like the h1 at 5pm eva bound. But at least the 848 would not have to suffer it
You're really splitting hairs between the 848 and either of the earlier SBKs if you're looking for a commuter ride. Plus, keep in mind that the maintenance intervals on the earlier SBKs are at six thousand vs seventy-five hundred miles.
You're better off trying to find a Monster if you want a commuter that's still a Ducati. Or better yet, an MTS.
A sr4 is kind of what I had in mind or even a SC it's just those 2 old SBKs caught my attention and the cyclops look is growing on me. And I'll be selling the 696 petty soon for Something with more power. Since the gf lost interest in riding. As for the MTS I really don't care for how it looks. I think I would rather have...(dare I say it) a diavel first. I guess ill just have to see how the next few months play out.
here's cyclops for ya... ;D
http://www.motorcycle.com/gallery/gallery.php/v/main/reviews/review-75271-hyosung-gt650r-review/yossef-gt650r-002-2.jpg.html (http://www.motorcycle.com/gallery/gallery.php/v/main/reviews/review-75271-hyosung-gt650r-review/yossef-gt650r-002-2.jpg.html)
Prayed for a sunny Sunday today... ;D
So far, so good.
BTW, congrats on the 1000+ posts.
Won't be coming down to the shop today, got to clean house/yard for a BBQ this afternoon...
Went to the IMS with Laughn.
International Motorcycle Show.
Oh...did you see the Diavel, aka Drivel?
drkwmg ...
if you did see the diavel ... or whatever you feel like calling it ... up close, how does it actually look ... No more Ducati dealer down here so ... to see one, gotta travel to anywhere where Ducatis are sold ...
I like the look from the front and 2/3 side view ... but from the sides ... me no liky ...
Quote from: Gene V on January 15, 2011, 02:56:06 PM
Oh...did you see the Diavel, aka Drivel?
Saw both the standard and the carbon.
[puke]
Worked all day today, and am working all day tomorrow and monday...these side jobs are really interfering with my [moto] [moto]
Did the oil change for the 848 yesterday and then took it down to SS for the 2 year service & cam belt replacement. Then back to the shop to tackle an oil filter housing reseal on the 240D ---- got down to the last bolt holding the housing in and then realized that I have to take the steering gearbox out to get the oil filter housing out. One bolt cannot come out because the steering box is in the way. I was in denial for two hours getting to that point thinking that I didn't have to remove that one bolt but noooooooo............ So I put it all back together. [bang]
Next week.
Went down to the shop today to have a look at my old Monster. The float needles had let go and filled up the cylinders & the entire crankcase with gas. Almost a whole tank worth of gas. Crazy. I drained everything and cranked over the engine by hand. Seems to be OK but we won't know for sure until the needles are replaced and we get the thing started again. The new owner, or someone, has also managed to strip the vertical cylinder spark plug and the chain hasn't seen any lube in over a year. [roll]
When do you pick up the 848, and did you supply your own belts?
Today's ride was a two Duc affair...
Quote from: Gene V on January 16, 2011, 08:54:16 PM
When do you pick up the 848, and did you supply your own belts?
Today's ride was a two Duc affair...
I'll pick it up next Sat or before, depending. I bought the cam belts from SS a few weeks ago and gave them to Shawn/Will to install.
Yesterday...
I washed my bike, cleaned/lubed chain, and tried to take a look at the rear break actuator. From my ride with Gene on Sunday, Gene noticed my break light stays on even when I am not breaking. I am not sure how much rebound the actuator should do after i release the rear break, but it doesn't seem to do much. Any ideas? Oh, it was definitely the rear break causing the light to stay on, as it works intermittently.
If I may offer some advice.... This can be caused by a brake switch problem and possibly not so much as the brake master cylinder, or brake linkage to the master (what you seem to be calling the actuator) and switch. It is super easy to diagnose and repair. I'll definitely be at the shop on Sat, for sure, so please drop by and we'll sort you out and point you in the right direction, if you want to that is.
Much appreciated. I will come by Saturday. Any preference on the time? I don't want to interfere with your existing plans.
Quote from: sta on January 18, 2011, 11:41:02 PM
Much appreciated. I will come by Saturday. Any preference on the time? I don't want to interfere with your existing plans.
No such thing as a Saturday plan at BME. It's one of the more random events you'll ever witness. ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 19, 2011, 03:04:17 AM
No such thing as a Saturday plan at BME. It's one of the more random events you'll ever witness. ;)
No shit. Somewhere in the early afternoon ought to be OK, maybe, possibly..........
As long as I'm home by 6 or 7 o'clock for beers, cigars & jazz then it's all good.
Quote from: mac900 on January 19, 2011, 08:43:39 AM
No shit. Somewhere in the early afternoon ought to be OK, maybe, possibly..........
As long as I'm home by 6 or 7 o'clock for beers, cigars & jazz then it's all good.
Ah... got it.
I should be there to join the fun, which hopefully includes a short ride...autocrossing on Sunday again...
Took the SF in to the dealer this morning for fuel tank replacement...Will is also going to install a DP ECU and set the TPS, sync the TBs, etc... [evil]
Got a bunch of Magpul goodness in the mail today. [thumbsup]
Got a care package from Dan Kyle today. More stuff to come soon.
Hence the user name change?...
Quote from: Gene V on January 20, 2011, 10:59:08 PM
Hence the user name change?...
Nah, that's more to go along with his new avatar, which is also the tattoo
(on his ass) that Gloria talked him into getting.
Right you both are. How'd ya know? You been talking to my woman behind my back?
Quote from: MadDuck on January 20, 2011, 10:55:44 PM
Got a care package from Dan Kyle today. More stuff to come soon.
More goodies for the 848?
Quote from: MadDuck on January 21, 2011, 08:31:57 AM
How'd ya know?
You know what I do for a living. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 21, 2011, 02:24:12 PM
You know what I do for a living. [evil]
Drive a desk from what I've heard............. But, I suppose you have minions. [cheeky]
Quote from: MadDuck on January 21, 2011, 11:03:18 PM
Drive a desk from what I've heard
[laugh]
pregnant dog!!
BUT! In two more weeks, I'm moving back into the real line of work. No more staff duty for me! [thumbsup]
Quote from: fighter pilot on January 19, 2011, 12:00:18 PM
I should be there to join the fun, which hopefully includes a short ride...autocrossing on Sunday again...
Sorry I bugged out early guys, watching Rick work on all those different bikes wore me out...time for a nap...
Reinstalled the stock ECU in the SF...autocrossed the M, had fun...
Starting from yesterday -- picked up the 848 from South Seas, cam belts done --- back to shop & popped off the top triple, back home to run drill press for damper clamp, saved make the beast with two backsed up job where pilot drill bit broke off inside the hole (the top triple is a very nice aluminum top piece BTW) The hole was finally drilled properly and actually way better than Dan Kyle example (pat myself on my back) - tapped the hole for the bolt and mounted steering damper -- all good -- still waiting for Blue Monkey Racing Heal Tech gear indicator LED to get here.
Fixed Jing's brake light switch -- not in stock at SS and they want $40.00 for the part -- might have to eventually replace the switch but is good to go for now.
Removed the air box and FCR carbs from the old Monster -- float needles look good so far but still haven't totally cleaned out the whole system. That'll be for next weekend.
Beers, cigar & jazz. [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Sunday morning went out with the Hyper -- met up with Brandon, Patrick on the 1198S and his buddy on the 675 Daytona --- Hyper was still handling like shit ? ? --- front end wiggling all over -- same as when I last rode it New Years Eve --- checked the front tire pressure --- all good at 32 psi --- proceeded to ride with the guys and fight that bike through all kinds of corners and finally ended up going over Tantalus --- stayed right on the tails of the S1000RR and the 1198S up and down, Hyper still acting weird but at least it was more at home up on the mountain ---- we lost the 675 in the turns and had to wait for him at the lookout.
Went down to the shop and did some paper work and got set up for tomorrow morning.
Adjusted the Hyper compression and rebound damping -- rebound is now 1/4 turn out from full stiff -- compression is 3/4 out from full stiff --- rechecked front tire pressure as all through the day it always felt like the front was way out of whack -- front was just bobbling all over and actually had to hold the bars tight in turns, just like riding dirt bikes -- front tire pressure at 30 psi --- should be good but set it back up to 34
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STUPID ME ! ! ! ! ! !
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Checked the rear tire pressure even though I didn't think I had to --- tire felt hard and didn't ever give me any rear end hula ------
THOUGHT THE TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE BROKE BETWEEN MEASURING THE FRONT AND THEN CHECKING THE REAR.............. because ........
0, that is, 0, like in zero, zero psi registering in the rear tire ----- WTF? ? ? Can't be. The bike would have been all over the place --- Started pumping air in and it actually started registering psi ----- brought it up to 37 psi ----- WOW, are you freaking kidding me? ? ?
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Did the water spray test and found a tiny nail head, I mean tiny --- slow bubbles coming out
This must have been going on for weeks --- I rode it and felt the front end going out -- Dave rode it a few times and only complained about the jerky throttle and stalling ( which is all good and it didn't ever stall for me )
The ride home was a revelation and it actually handles pretty good. [laugh] [laugh] I am totally amazed that the rear would make the front act like it did. I ridden lots of bikes through the years and when the rear goes flat you feel it. Your butt moves, the rear end of the bike does the hula. Not this bike. Way too fricken funny.
Rear tire replacement is another day, another project but at least it's just a tire. I was thinking new oil in the front forks and a possible fork rebuild work -- no kidding the front felt that bad. At this point I don't know why the front felt so bad and nothing bad from the back.
Before leaving the shop last night I brought the rear tire up to 40 psi, according to the shop gauge. I checked it this morning before leaving for work and the home gauge had it at 38 psi. Is a very slow leak.
Still cracks me up that I was riding it as hard as I ever do. [moto]
So did you adjust the front end dampening back to the original settings?
test rode a BMW 323is with the customer, customer was complaining of 'not enough power to power slide in a curve' ... I think I showed he was either wrong or doesn't know how to drive ... btw an E36 ...5sp
Quote from: MadDuck on January 24, 2011, 08:34:30 AM
Before leaving the shop last night I brought the rear tire up to 40 psi, according to the shop gauge. I checked it this morning before leaving for work and the home gauge had it at 38 psi. Is a very slow leak.
Still cracks me up that I was riding it as hard as I ever do. [moto]
Wow. Go go strong sidewalls!
Quote from: jebus tristos on January 24, 2011, 04:59:12 PM
Wow. Go go strong sidewalls!
was thinking the same thing, but figured I would let someone else comment as I seem to be monopolizing things as of late... ;D
Waay back when in college, I went to check my tire pressures one day, possibly for the first time ever, and definitely for the first time in quite a while. Anyway, both tires were under 10psi. I had no idea. Combo of sidewall strength and total ignorance, I suppose.
Quote from: old fighter pilot on January 24, 2011, 09:02:12 AM
So did you adjust the front end dampening back to the original settings?
Heck no. Now it feels better than it ever has! This bike's front always was a little wiggly even with proper tire pressures front & rear. It finally acted pretty good going around the Pali "hairpin" coming home the other night.
Quote from: jebus tristos on January 24, 2011, 04:59:12 PM
Wow. Go go strong sidewalls!
You bet. Pirelli Diablo Corse III. About 3,200 miles on them and they are getting worn in the middle. With any luck at all they might make it to being replaced because they're worn out and not because of the leak.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on January 24, 2011, 04:06:57 PM
test rode a BMW 323is with the customer, customer was complaining of 'not enough power to power slide in a curve' ... I think I showed he was either wrong or doesn't know how to drive ... btw an E36 ...5sp
Good for you! That's always fun to do. Hey, anyone can power slide a Z28 or Firebird 400. Well.......................... maybe not anyone...............
How did the steering damper work out on the 848?...
Killed some bugs on a ride over to Kailua side & back late this morning...lots of police activity at the top & bottom of Auloa Road and on the Pali Hwy inbetween those spots, almost as if they were looking for someone... [leo]
Quote from: old fighter pilot on January 25, 2011, 10:49:13 AM
How did the steering damper work out on the 848?...
So far so good but the real test will come when I hit that stupid bump before the tunnel going townbound at 70 plus. Wait! ..... I don't ride that fast.
hey all ..
can any of you bmw guys, tell me why x3 front shock absorbers,even am, are so expensive ????
BTW , good evening ..
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on January 26, 2011, 04:22:01 PM
hey all ..
can any of you bmw guys, tell me why x3 front shock absorbers,even am, are so expensive ????
BTW , good evening ..
Because they're for a BMW...I'm disappointed that you couldn't figure that out... [roll]
Quote from: old fighter pilot on January 26, 2011, 07:28:04 PM
Because they're for a BMW...I'm disappointed that you couldn't figure that out... [roll]
yeah, i figured that out, but, i see nothing special on them to make the front two cost that much !!!
the m6 we replaced last week,all four, bilstein, costed $1000.00 including taxes and shipping to Panama ... from Germany ... the x3 ones are bilstein aftermarket ... not OEM ...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on January 26, 2011, 07:30:55 PM
yeah, i figured that out, but, i see nothing special on them to make the front two cost that much !!!
the m6 we replaced last week,all four, bilstein, costed $1000.00 including taxes and shipping to Panama ... from Germany ... the x3 ones are bilstein aftermarket ... not OEM ...
Checked today and the X3 Bilstein aftermarket rear shocks are $140.00 ea mainland USA retail list. The X3 front struts are around $340.00 ea retail. That's the complete strut and not a cartridge insert. So yep, that brings them to a little over a grand before shipping and any import duty, retail that is. There are a few internet sites that advertise them for wholesale pricing but the question is whether they have them in stock and the ones I saw didn't.
I would expect the M6 to cost even more if they are for the later E63 M6, in fact a lot more. If you're looking at the old E24 M6, one of my all time favorites BTW, then maybe not so bad.
Quote from: MadDuck on January 27, 2011, 10:25:05 PM
Checked today and the X3 Bilstein aftermarket rear shocks are $140.00 ea mainland USA retail list. The X3 front struts are around $340.00 ea retail. That's the complete strut and not a cartridge insert. So yep, that brings them to a little over a grand before shipping and any import duty, retail that is. There are a few internet sites that advertise them for wholesale pricing but the question is whether they have them in stock and the ones I saw didn't.
I would expect the M6 to cost even more if they are for the later E63 M6, in fact a lot more. If you're looking at the old E24 M6, one of my all time favorites BTW, then maybe not so bad.
M6 I was talking is the E24 ... it has only 32000kms ... model year '86 ... everything in the car, except oil and fuel are OEM ... even the TRX tires ...
The struts we took off ... are ONE piece no insert ... all 4 of them ... no wires no nutin' ... plain shocks ... the M6 ones were, what can I tell you,m the car was so low on the ground we had to drive it on 4" of wood in order to jack it up ... there was no oil left in the old units ...
Today we got 69 trouble codes of an X5 3.0i ... the only thing working properly was the horn ...
make the beast with two backs make the beast with two backs make the beast with two backs!!!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 28, 2011, 04:03:49 PM
make the beast with two backs make the beast with two backs make the beast with two backs!!!!
I guess the snow is starting to get to you....been feeling for you the last couple of weeks or so... :(
No. 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...
Howfer? That no make-a no sense!
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...
Is it April?
nope.
I got nuthin. Good luck.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 28, 2011, 05:39:27 PM
No. 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...
well that sucks...
You can't go! ! Obviously they have the wrong Ben!
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 28, 2011, 05:49:36 PM
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...
Could this be what happens when you piss off a superior in a D.C. post? This realization may be dawning upon you.
Quote from: MadDuck on January 29, 2011, 12:04:19 AM
Could this be what happens when you piss off a superior in a D.C. post? This realization may be dawning upon you.
I don't think that's the case at all because of two things. First, no one here in DC knew anything about it until yesterday afternoon. Second, all the folks that I work with/for here are pissed the make the beast with two backs off about this as well; so much so that my office director is flying down to San Antonio on Sunday to speak with the two star about it first thing Monday morning. The AF personnel guys down ran me through their system and said that I am not showing up in their database at all, but yet the AF guys in San Antonio think I am. The only that makes any sense at all is that some fool in Texas put my name into the slot, then noticed that I am non-deployable an removed me, but certain processes wer automatically set into motion simply because my name was allocated. Sad thing is, like I said before, no one knows WTF is going on. And all this only adds to the reality that I just need to get the make the beast with two backs out of the air force...
So then I take it that you are not packing your bags in the next day or so.
Quote from: MadDuck on January 29, 2011, 06:48:00 PM
So then I take it that you are not packing your bags in the next day or so.
No. My office director is flying down to San Antonio today and intends to bring this up with the three-star first thing tomorrow morning. Like I said before, no one seems to have a clue what they're talking about and it really wouldn't surprise me if the guys in San Antonio make the beast with two backsed things up, as this would be far from the first time they proved themselves incompetent...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 29, 2011, 02:57:58 AM
... two star ...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 30, 2011, 06:02:16 AM...three-star...
Sorry to ask, but, is the person your boss gonna speak to a two or three star? And again, just making sure is a typo ...
She was going to talk with the two, but from yesterday she said she's going straight to the three.
OK ... issue cleared ...
Quote from: MadDuck on January 30, 2011, 08:45:48 AM
You think so? ;D
Ok, my issue with the confussion of the two/three star ... the rest ... still confusing but, it seems it getting worked on ...
Just saying that it's the military and that sometimes you never know............ ;)
Installed a Heal Pro gear position indicator yesterday on the 848. Jury rigged a mounting for it & got it calibrated. The calibration process is a bit tricky since you do need a bit of straight road without slow traffic. So heading out on H1 on a Sat afternoon wasn't the brightest thing I've ever done but with a couple resets it started working properly.
Got a little more work done on Fredericks Monster but ran out of proper implements to get a remote fuel source hooked up to the carbs.
Procured said needed implements this morning but with an unusual lack of foresight on my part I still need some more pieces to get this test set up working. [bang] [bang]
So I proceeded to fabricate a better mounting bracket for the Heal Pro. This is the Mark 1 version:
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/2009%20Ducati%20848/IMG_1112.jpg)
As I wrapped that up I noticed that our beautiful day was now overcast with some dark, nasty stuff coming in from the south. The plan today was to bring the 848 home and then go back later for the 240D. As I left the shop it was plain to me that it would be a race over the Pali to beat the rain. I got as far as the South St./Kapiolani/King St. intersection before I noticed downtown disappearing and big drops falling on me. Made two illegal rights on red, back down to Cooke St., missed the light crossing Kapiolani so hooked a right on Kapiolani and then a gonzo U-turn through the cars waiting at the light and then blasted down Cooke back to the shop. I was getting a bit wet but made it back inside before the wicked, full on drenching stuff hit. [laugh] [laugh]
Brought the 240D home and now have 3 Ducs at the shop. Boss-ski was there putting his new Pinerello together and he was laughing too.
That mount for the gear indicator looks real nice...
I used the single bolt mount. It's not moving, let me tell you. Took a couple hours to fabricate and it's still a tiny bit rough but I think it'll work fine.
If you get a Heal Pro making up a mount might be a bit trickier but I bet something real nice could be done. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on January 30, 2011, 06:01:29 PM
If you get a Heal Pro making up a mount might be a bit trickier but I bet something real nice could be done. [thumbsup]
After seeing yours, that may be my next purchase... ;D
It's official. I'm keeping the 848, for the time being anyway. I blew off the guy who wanted to look at it yesterday afternoon. Sent him a text message saying I was thinking about keeping it but he could look at it anyway and still make me an offer. He replied saying he understood about keeping our babies and was actually more interested in a couple other Ducatis. So there.
There's an article in the back of the March issue of Sport Rider, Benchracing - Learning to Listen by Jeff Hughes. I will be the 916 rider. [cheeky]
Quote from: old fighter pilot on January 30, 2011, 06:06:44 PM
After seeing yours, that may be my next purchase... ;D
Which vendor did you purchase yours from? I noticed that the X model is less expensive than the DS, is it an older version?
Quote from: old fighter pilot on January 30, 2011, 06:25:56 PM
Which vendor did you purchase yours from? I noticed that the X model is less expensive than the DS, is it an older version?
I got mine from Blue Monkey Motorsports (?)-Cal Sportbike in Idaho. I believe the X must be the newest version. I got the DS and if you go to the Cal Sportbike website and use the menu selecting the Streetfighter you will be directed to the DS model. Maybe you can find the X from someone else? I had bookmarked the item from a while ago and didn't even realize there was a X model available. The DS seemed to be miles ahead of the previous version.
Good choice on the gear indicator. I really liked the fact that the Daytona had one, and have been missing it since. Oh well...
And congrats on the decision to keep the 848!!
Quote from: MadDuck on January 30, 2011, 04:26:53 PM
Boss-ski was there putting his new Pinerello together and he was laughing too.
So he got ANOTHER Pin? :o
Not only did he get another one, both Dogmas, (first one has some debatable warranty issue with the carbon seat tube cracking at the front derailleur mount --- clamp on mount) -- he also bought a set of the carbon Lightweight Wheels. Two carbon clinchers that cost as much as a set of BST's! How about that?
G'damn!! I think I remember you telling me about the seat tube issue a while back... Kind of surprised he didn't want to go with a Ti frame. I know they aren't quite as sexy (to some) than carbon, but he sure wouldn't have to deal with that sort of crap anymore...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 31, 2011, 03:09:28 AM
G'damn!! I think I remember you telling me about the seat tube issue a while back... Kind of surprised he didn't want to go with a Ti frame. I know they aren't quite as sexy (to some) than carbon, but he sure wouldn't have to deal with that sort of crap anymore...
He has a Ti frame Litespeed Ghisallo. That was the first bike and it's now the rain bike. The new Dogma has a "braze-on" derailleur mount.
Got something in the mail. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 31, 2011, 04:44:34 PM
Got something in the mail. [thumbsup]
Me too!...I'll tell you what I got if you tell me what you got... ;D
pervert!!
[cheeky]
Thanks for the compliment!... :-*
So guys......... what did ya'll get?
Reflashed Ducati race ECU from Houston Superbikes... ;D
A stick from some crazy make the beast with two backser who works on BMWs. [thumbsup]
Hmmm........ looks like a good week and good end of the week coming......
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2011, 01:26:17 PM
A stick from some crazy make the beast with two backser who works on BMWs. [thumbsup]
A stick? As in "What's brown and sticky?"
Quote from: MadDuck on February 01, 2011, 10:58:14 PM
Hmmm........ looks like a good week and good end of the week coming......
except for the rain forecast for Sunday...
finished Sunday's ride this morning...
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 02, 2011, 10:07:05 AM
except for the rain forecast for Sunday...
Saw that forecast this morning while checking the UH / SOUEST site. Doesn't even sound good for Sat. afternoon. The 848 may be trapped at work. That might not be an all bad thing though.
Installed a new clutch master on the 848 tonight. As usual it didn't go totally smooth. Mounting the fluid reservoir was the tricky part. Reservoirs always seem to be the hard part. 3 for 3 on setups now. The new gear indicator is slightly confused by not getting a clutch switch signal. We'll see how that goes when I get to do a proper test run.
Worked a bit more on the old Monster 900 too.
Wow, puttin' in the hours on the motorbikes...sounds like it's fun/rewarding though... ;D
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 03, 2011, 07:46:21 AM
Wow, puttin' in the hours on the motorbikes...sounds like it's fun/rewarding though... ;D
Meh, I'm looking forward to when everything is done and my life gets a little simpler again. Or so, I suffer from delusions.
Looks like I'm going.
How much time do you have left on ye olde enlistment?
I am starting to understand your discontent.
Including terminal leave? One year. The part that really pisses me off is that I was supposed to PCA from the staff billet into an agency analytical billet on the 15th. That was going to be the perfect office for me to be in and transfer into a direct hire position. So with that in mind, make the beast with two backs YOU air force!
Indeed. Sorry man.
I have 8 months, and I am leaning pretty heavily toward finding civilian employment as well.
Keep us up to date, eh?
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 03, 2011, 03:44:38 PM
Including terminal leave? One year. The part that really pisses me off is that I was supposed to PCA from the staff billet into an agency analytical billet on the 15th. That was going to be the perfect office for me to be in and transfer into a direct hire position. So with that in mind, make the beast with two backs YOU air force!
I have some small problems over here but nothing like what you're going through.
I still stand by my one of my original observations. You have been RF'd by someone up the chain of command and they have covered their tracks.
Oh, it gets better. The lease on my flat comes up for renewal while I'll be gone.
Smoke that stick I sent you along with some Woodford Reserve.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 04, 2011, 11:46:53 AM
Oh, it gets better. The lease on my flat comes up for renewal while I'll be gone.
Where is your place? What is your time frame?
Yesterday Will installed the Houston Superbikes ECU that I recently purchased, so this afternoon I took a short ride to see how the SF runs with the new "brain"...bike runs a lot better now at lower rpms. When the throttle is applied gradually in a slow speed turn it power comes on nice and smooth and not herky-jerky, plus it doesn't object as much when putting along in slow speed traffic. The only drawback is that the SF runs a tad hotter, will try and cure that with some Water Wetter.
Also stopped at SSD and briefly spoke with Will, the ECU reflashes that he's setting up through the dealership are from DesmoWorks...
rescued a lil kitten off of farrington today, couldnt figure why traffic was so backed up in nanakuli. then we saw a kitten only a few months old running back and forth between the lanes with cars slowly driving over it. i stopped turned on my hazards and the GF got out and tried to get the lil thing from under car then a few other people stopped and after a few minutes we had a cute lil kitten ridding home with us... so ummm anyone want a cat?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on February 05, 2011, 08:40:41 PM
rescued a lil kitten off of farrington today, couldnt figure why traffic was so backed up in nanakuli. then we saw a kitten only a few months old running back and forth between the lanes with cars slowly driving over it. i stopped turned on my hazards and the GF got out and tried to get the lil thing from under car then a few other people stopped and after a few minutes we had a cute lil kitten ridding home with us... so ummm anyone want a cat?
If you save an animals life and then take it home with you then it's yours. That's how Gloria and I got our Sammy dog. Best thing we've ever done.
Got the carbs sorted out on the old Monster and will be installing them tomorrow. There is a light at the end of the tunnel for the 848 and it may not be a train coming from the opposite direction. Got the clutch reservoir sorted and system bled again. Got two starter button switch assemblies coming so that I can make one out of them and install it on the 48. Modified the right side clip on bar mounting so that I can set the throttle angle proper to accomodate the master. It might be a bit early to say but it looks like this set up will turn out nicely. We'll see.
Quote from: MadDuck on February 04, 2011, 10:48:41 PM
Smoke that stick I sent you along with some Woodford Reserve.
Already done, but with some 18yr old scotch.
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 05, 2011, 01:23:19 PM
Where is your place? What is your time frame?
Mark Center area of Alexandria. The lease renewal notice will come out some time in April, but I should be in Balad by that time. I've got an appointment set up with a realtor today, and I'll see what she can offer. If I find anything nice, I'm going to go ahead and get a new place and start moving. If not, I'll just put all my shit into storage.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 06, 2011, 05:15:27 AM
Mark Center area of Alexandria. The lease renewal notice will come out some time in April, but I should be in Balad by that time. I've got an appointment set up with a realtor today, and I'll see what she can offer. If I find anything nice, I'm going to go ahead and get a new place and start moving. If not, I'll just put all my shit into storage.
Oh, so before our time frame. As usual, I can be of no help. [thumbsup]
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 06, 2011, 10:17:26 AM
Oh, so before our time frame. As usual, I can be of no help. [thumbsup]
Uhm, anything you want to add to that? Are you guys making your way up here?
Watched the game, turned out to be a pretty good one... [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 06, 2011, 05:50:18 PM
Uhm, anything you want to add to that? Are you guys making your way up here?
We will likely be in MD by the end of the year. I am currently seeking external employment.
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 06, 2011, 10:55:23 PM
Watched the game, turned out to be a pretty good one... [thumbsup]
I enjoyed it. I didn't have any major interest in either team, but the packers had 3 guys from LSU vs 1 from the steelers, so I guess I am happy.
I like both teams and would have gone with either one if they were playing anyone else. I took the Pack because they had fewer SB wins. Gave Gloria the points and I think I won our bet for the first time in 7 years. At $20.00 per pop she's still $120.00 up on me. [laugh]
Managed to take a 50 mile ride today without getting wet... [moto]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 06, 2011, 12:02:37 AM
Got the carbs sorted out on the old Monster and will be installing them tomorrow. There is a light at the end of the tunnel for the 848 and it may not be a train coming from the opposite direction. Got the clutch reservoir sorted and system bled again. Got two starter button switch assemblies coming so that I can make one out of them and install it on the 48. Modified the right side clip on bar mounting so that I can set the throttle angle proper to accomodate the master. It might be a bit early to say but it looks like this set up will turn out nicely. We'll see.
Hope you get that thing done for Sunday's Monthly Ducati Ride, assuming there will be one...and that it doesn't rain...
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 07, 2011, 11:00:46 PM
Hope you get that thing done for Sunday's Monthly Ducati Ride, assuming there will be one...and that it doesn't rain...
I'm not holding my breath on either count. Worse comes to worst, I can always try to score a Hyper with a leaking rear tire. [cheeky]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 07, 2011, 11:04:52 PM
I'm not holding my breath on either count. Worse comes to worst, I can always try to score a Hyper with a leaking rear tire. [cheeky]
If the ride manifests itself as planned we hope you can make it, as we needs some sanity out there...last time out prior to getting underway, our leader declared that he needed to "scare himself"....:o
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 07, 2011, 07:57:19 PM
We will likely be in MD by the end of the year. I am currently seeking external employment.
Ah, cool. You guys would probably want to be living a good bit north of here though, assuming you'd be working at the Fort.
What are you going to do with your place? I know of someone coming down to the island that might be interested in it if she gets placed at the tunnel.
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 07, 2011, 11:15:12 PM
If the ride manifests itself as planned we hope you can make it, as we needs some sanity out there...last time out prior to getting underway, our leader declared that he needed to "scare himself"....:o
You're looking to me for sanity? Gee thanks. [roll]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 08, 2011, 08:47:27 AM
You're looking to me for sanity? Gee thanks. [roll]
Well at least you don't have a death wish...right?...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 08, 2011, 02:12:03 AM
Ah, cool. You guys would probably want to be living a good bit north of here though, assuming you'd be working at the Fort.
What are you going to do with your place? I know of someone coming down to the island that might be interested in it if she gets placed at the tunnel.
Jen will be at the fort, I may or may not be. As a civvie, i could be pretty much anywhere.
As for the house here, umm, good question. It's an easy place to rent, but it will be for a pretty major loss every month. Contemplating the dreaded short sale, but, you know, yuck.
speaking of real estate, we're starting to house hunt. looks like brian and i will be here for another term.
i guess there's a boat that needs him before he's even set to transfer. he's kind of getting screwed since he was trying to change his rating at the same time he was getting his new orders. something like there's a shortage of et chiefs... blah blah blah.
on the bright side, probably not as bad as a surprise deployment. btw, what's your puppy going to do?
:-\
I've got two options with D; put her on the street and hope for the best, or let a friend in Spingfield take care of her while I'm gone. Hmmm...
that's pretty cool of them. i wonder if they'll willing give he back after; she such a sweetheart.
Went down to the shop this afternoon and watched a master tech do what master techs do...curse and throw stuff like the rest of us... ;D
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 12, 2011, 05:22:20 PM
Went down to the shop this afternoon and watched a master tech do what master techs do...curse and throw stuff like the rest of us... ;D
Curse, yes. Throw, no. You haven't seen throw, from me anyway, not like I used to. [evil] ;D
I've seen it. ;D
Got the 848 back on the road today with Brandon's help. Needs a bit of tweaking but it's working. [moto]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 13, 2011, 06:56:43 PM
Got the 848 back on the road today with Brandon's help. Needs a bit of tweaking but it's working. [moto]
How's da new stoppers?
The faster you go the better they work. For real. At slower speeds there's not much difference to feel. Start winding it up and pull on them and there is a difference. There are other tests and other roads to test them on. They were hell to bleed and there is a slight chance that there still could be a bit of air in them but we were pretty thorough. So far so good but there is not an extreme difference like when I put the racing masters on the Monster. It's more subtle but still good.
Just wait until you give them a good ol' panic squeeze.
Also, did the calipers come off a 1098, 1198 or Hyper S? I can't remember...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 14, 2011, 03:25:07 AM
Just wait until you give them a good ol' panic squeeze.
Also, did the calipers come off a 1098, 1198 or Hyper S? I can't remember...
I gave them a good squeeze on the Kaukohonua Straight. They work. The calipers came off of a Hyper S but I believe they are the same part as the 1098. Takes the same brake pad.
This is where it would be cool to have the two bikes together so we could switch off and compare. [moto]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 14, 2011, 08:38:23 AM
This is where it would be cool to have the two bikes together so we could switch off and compare. [moto]
Damn straight it would! [evil]
I was curious about the calipers though, because I think there were differences in the caliper piston sizes between the 1098 and the 1198. That was one of the things that supposedly calmed down some of the initial bite that so many complained about with the 1098. Not really sure how the ones from the Hyper S would come into play...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 14, 2011, 01:49:12 PM
Damn straight it would! [evil]
I was curious about the calipers though, because I think there were differences in the caliper piston sizes between the 1098 and the 1198. That was one of the things that supposedly calmed down some of the initial bite that so many complained about with the 1098. Not really sure how the ones from the Hyper S would come into play...
That is, perhaps, what I'm talking about. There is no ferocious initial bite but you can definitely feel the extra power the more you lean into it. Right now the brake is set on the 20 ( recommended for street use ) but maybe I'll try the 18 ( better modulation for racing ). Dunno. Well, not really. You know me. I'll try them for a while in both settings and see. I already know I have to have custom lines made up and go back to a one into two line setup as opposed to the current custom 2 line off the master set up. Someday it will all be done. [roll]
BTW, the gear indicator setup is the way to go. Very good mod! [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 14, 2011, 11:30:49 PM
BTW, the gear indicator setup is the way to go. Very good mod! [thumbsup]
[laugh]
I remember a few people thinking I was silly when I would mention how much I missed the gear indicator from the Daytona.
Quote from: MadDuck on February 14, 2011, 11:30:49 PM
BTW, the gear indicator setup is the way to go. Very good mod! [thumbsup]
Was going to order one yesterday but forgot, will do that today... ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 15, 2011, 02:22:46 AM
[laugh]
I remember a few people thinking I was silly when I would mention how much I missed the gear indicator from the Daytona.
Yeah, Well, you know.......... In all the excitement I forgot how many times I tapped that shift lever. Was it 3 or 4 times? And here comes the corner...... so the question is......do you feel lucky? [cheeky]
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 15, 2011, 07:28:12 AM
Was going to order one yesterday but forgot, will do that today... ;D
ive been wanting to get one since i got my bike, but thought it was a rookie mod and i would get teased for having it.
maybe if all the big boys get one, ill get one too ;D
Quote from: hadesducati848 on February 15, 2011, 01:31:07 PM
ive been wanting to get one since i got my bike, but thought it was a rookie mod and i would get teased for having it.
Just hide it under the seat where no one can see it... ;)
thats not a bad idea.... hey wait a minute
Ordered my Heal Tech GIPRO DS Series gear indicator with red display this morning... ;D
Got some footpegs today along with some brake/clutch reservoir socks. Couldn't find any plain socks so I ended up with matching Ducati Corse socks. Kinda ghey, I know.
Oh,
I also got an old Monster M900 running again tonight around 7pm. Bet I pissed off the neighbors across the street from the shop. [evil]
Got the new Shorai battery for the SD in the post yesterday. DAMN that thing weighs next to nothing!!!
Quote from: MadDuck on February 16, 2011, 10:42:57 PM
I also got an old Monster M900 running again tonight around 7pm. Bet I pissed off the neighbors across the street from the shop. [evil]
Which neighbors? The crazy F'er that lives in that little park?
Went swimming for the first time in, i dunno, 6 months? I even rode the monster to work a couple of times last week with no major noticeable problem. Things are looking up [thumbsup]
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 17, 2011, 06:51:12 PM
Went swimming for the first time in, i dunno, 6 months? I even rode the monster to work a couple of times last week with no major noticeable problem. Things are looking up [thumbsup]
That's cool!...what have you done to get rid of the back pain, pray tell?...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 17, 2011, 02:46:10 AM
Got the new Shorai battery for the SD in the post yesterday. DAMN that thing weighs next to nothing!!!
Which neighbors? The crazy F'er that lives in that little park?
I was referring to the neighbors in that upscale condo across the street from us. There's no more overnighters in the park any more. [roll]
What's with the battery other than just reduced weight?
Yesterday: Took the SD out for a while, as the temps were just under 70. :o
Quote from: MadDuck on February 17, 2011, 07:48:53 PM
What's with the battery other than just reduced weight?
There isn't any accessible electrical service in the garage at my flat, and the battery in the SD gave up the ghost before I could remove it and hook it up on the tender.
They'll do that being stored in a freezer. ;D
Just finished a ride out to Skyline, and am having a cigar and a Yeti out on the balcony.
Funny how the bike's temp gauge was showing 76 degrees and I STILL had the thermal liner in the jacket.
[laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 18, 2011, 02:09:38 PM
Just finished a ride out to Skyline, and am having a cigar and a Yeti out on the balcony.
Funny how the bike's temp gauge was showing 76 degrees and I STILL had the thermal liner in the jacket.
[laugh]
Can't be all bad -- motorbike ride, cigar & beer out on the balcony in Feb. Roads must have been kinda junk I would guess. Whatcha smokin?
Quote from: MadDuck on February 18, 2011, 10:29:10 PM
Can't be all bad -- motorbike ride, cigar & beer out on the balcony in Feb. Roads must have been kinda junk I would guess.
Some of then were. The roads weren't that bad on Thursday when I was riding in Maryland, but yesterday... Had one real eye-opener on one of the hair-pins leading up to the national park.
Quote from: MadDuck on February 18, 2011, 10:29:10 PM
Whatcha smokin?
It was early in the day, so I went light. Had a Padron 10th Anniversary Champagne.
Found out yesterday that it didn't work to rotate the throttle cables up and around the brake master cylinder. It was all good until making a full left turn and that stretched the cables so back to the original setup. I'll just need to have some new brake lines made up so I can go back to a stock set up for a 1098. Can't use the stock 848 lines 'cause the calipers are different. Yada....... Yada....... Yada..........
Came home and smoked a Padron 1964 Anniversary. Good smoke. Don't know if I ever tried one before. Smoked the regular Padrons before and nothing outstanding there but nothing bad either. Just found other smokes I liked better.
Almost didn't go on the Sunday ride today as it was raining off & on earlier. Cleared up enough to go. Kind of sporting in places.
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 17, 2011, 07:14:00 PM
That's cool!...what have you done to get rid of the back pain, pray tell?...
Yoga, essentially. I went to physical therapy for a day and realized they were only having me do various yoga-based stretches and exercises, so I set the DVR to record a few shows and ran them for a month or three. It's not all good, but definitely better.
worse monday ever...
12 am
just as i lay down in bed i hear the cry of puppies ... one of my dogs was giving birth
3am
finally able to go to bed
5:30 am
alarm goes off ... hit snooze button
6:30
am i wake up in a panic and realize that my alarm doesnt have a snooze button. out the door with no coffee
7:30 am
(the time i should be clocking in at work) passing in front of the airport on the h1 and fail to notice the road closed sign due to the horrible glare of the sun and lack of any coffee.
7:45 am
stuck in traffic around sand island trying to turn around to get on dillingham of course there is no way to get there because of that make the beast with two backsing aloha run
8am
back on the H1 heading in the oppisate direction then where i need to be
8:20 am
finaly able to turn around at pearl harbor and head in the right direction
8:40 am
arrive at work... no one is there... apperently since i left early on friday as to not occur any overtime i missed the memo about being off today and no one thought to call or txt me [bang] [bang] [bang]
8:45 am
eating breakfast at Zippys
9:45 am
on my way back home, coming down red hill and i realize that i have .25 gallons of gas left so i pull off the H1 at halawa get half way down the hill towards kmart, checkers, and the gas station and i get stuck in more traffic from the aloha run at the stadium [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
10am
road is blocked so i cant go straight into the gas station so i turn left and head up to the one next to target,
10:10 am
searching for my atm card so i can buy gas and i realize that i make the beast with two backsing left it at zippys (where is the hang man smiley)
pull out my last 2 dollars and search the car for 2 more bucks in coins. i walk in to the cashier to get my 4 bucks worth of gas
and im told that the computer is down and they cant do anything from the inside. and if i wanted gas i have to use a card at the pump. at this point i figure things couldnt get anyworse.
10:20 am
i head down the road to the next gas station hoping that they will accept what lil bit of cash i had on me.
10:25 am
gas up the lil smart car with 4 bucks worth. i should point out that had i been in any other car or even on my 848 in the same situation i would have ran out of gas . somthing has to be said for 46 miles to the gallon.
ranting a little bit is making me feel better so ill cut this short if anyone is actually still reading this
sat in more traffic, took detours, finally got my atm card from zippys (thank you cute waitress) fought traffic back to makaha
and as i walk pass my 848 the neighbors make the beast with two backsing cat put muddy paw prints all over my bike. i dont useally drink before noon but today i made an exception, and took a long nap afterwords. im scared to imagine what else would have went wrong if i had stayed awake.
Well........... look at it this way, you weren't late for work. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 21, 2011, 10:20:21 PM
Well........... look at it this way, you weren't late for work. [thumbsup]
would have rather just been late and let it all end right there
Installed a Heal Tech GIpro gear indicator on the SF today...hope to get it programmed tomorrow... [moto]
Any pointers Mr. Mad Duck?... ;D
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 24, 2011, 07:15:23 PM
Installed a Heal Tech GIpro gear indicator on the SF today...hope to get it programmed tomorrow... [moto]
Any pointers Mr. Mad Duck?... ;D
Be patient. Memorize your reset instructions or take them with you. Find a stretch of road where you will be able to get it into sixth gear. Don't forget to watch the road while you are running it through the learning phase.
took the pre-employment assessment test for chevron today. with any luck ill get one of 5 positions offered and since there were only 108 people that showed up for the test i might actually have a chance ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on February 24, 2011, 11:24:29 PM
Be patient. Memorize your reset instructions or take them with you. Find a stretch of road where you will be able to get it into sixth gear. Don't forget to watch the road while you are running it through the learning phase.
BTW........ How did you manage to install that thing and then not go out & ride with it right away? ??? ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on February 25, 2011, 06:25:55 AM
BTW........ How did you manage to install that thing and then not go out & ride with it right away? ??? ;D
I did it right before nap time... ;)
Programmed the gear indicator this morning on Kaukonahua Rd...it only took one run up through the gears, less than 5 minutes in all... [thumbsup]
hey guys !!!
To bmw guys, how do you feel about a M46 320d with VP44 fuel pump?
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 25, 2011, 01:08:12 PM
Programmed the gear indicator this morning on Kaukonahua Rd...it only took one run up through the gears, less than 5 minutes in all... [thumbsup]
You didn't have to go all the way up there to program it......... ;) What'cha think about it? [moto]
Quote from: MadDuck on February 25, 2011, 10:04:33 PM
You didn't have to go all the way up there to program it......... ;) What'cha think about it? [moto]
Pretty cool, but a tad distracting as I kept checking it out everytime I shifted all the way home...:o
Most of the time I know what gear I'm in by feel, indicated speed, and rpms, but for those times when things are getting busy the gear indicator will come in real handy... ;D
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 25, 2011, 10:58:59 PM
Most of the time I know what gear I'm in by feel, indicated speed, and rpms, but for those times when things are getting busy the gear indicator will come in real handy... ;D
The one place that's a big deal for me is the Stadium off ramp that winds you back up to the Moanaloa freeway. That's a second gear turn all the way in and all the way out but the problem is that when you are lining up for it you can get sucked into staying in 3rd or dropping all the way down into first without realizing it. Then when you grab some throttle you are either revving too fast and having to shift up or you get a huge bog. Seeing #2 has been working great lately. It's also nice to know where 1st is on Tantalus and not downshifting into it twice. Sort of. ;D
On another note the new brake lines didn't get here today. [bang] But who cares, really? The new levers didn't come in either and after having been special ordered from Italy and not arriving no one knows why and and the best guess is months from now. [roll] [bang] [bang] [bang]. Other than that all is fine in the bike world.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 25, 2011, 02:01:35 PM
hey guys !!!
To bmw guys, how do you feel about a M46 320d with VP44 fuel pump?
For starts you threw me off with the M46 which I assume you mean an E46? In the USA there is no 320d, the diesel is only now showing up in the 5 series cars and the X5, X6. And what do we know about an aftermarket fitting of a Chrysler injection pump?? So while it might all be good it's also all bastardized stuff too. Bottom line is we don't know but whatever it has to work for the car owner and for the shop and that's a trick. Might be all good but who knows??
Quote from: MadDuck on February 25, 2011, 11:14:23 PM
On another note the new brake lines didn't get here today. [bang] But who cares, really? The new levers didn't come in either and after having been special ordered from Italy and not arriving no one knows why and and the best guess is months from now. [roll] [bang] [bang] [bang]. Other than that all is fine in the bike world.
Wait, new levers? Thought you had just gotten RCSs. What's the story?
Quote from: MadDuck on February 25, 2011, 11:25:42 PM
For starts you threw me off with the M46 which I assume you mean an E46? In the USA there is no 320d, the diesel is only now showing up in the 5 series cars and the X5, X6. And what do we know about an aftermarket fitting of a Chrysler injection pump?? So while it might all be good it's also all bastardized stuff too. Bottom line is we don't know but whatever it has to work for the car owner and for the shop and that's a trick. Might be all good but who knows??
Yes I meant E46 ... was looking at an M3 E46 for sale so that was my mixup ... Well regarding the Chrysler pump, it's actually a Bosch VP44, the same one fitted to Cummings engines ... It's radial pump electronically controlled versus the CP1 type fitter to newer vehicles which is quiter due to higher injectin preasures.
I was asking since this vehicle is a US Spec vehicle ... It still has the Florida license plate and registration is from Florida, Ft. Lauderdale ... So, actually MadDuck, you confusing me now ...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 26, 2011, 06:07:52 AM
Yes I meant E46 ... was looking at an M3 E46 for sale so that was my mixup ... Well regarding the Chrysler pump, it's actually a Bosch VP44, the same one fitted to Cummings engines ... It's radial pump electronically controlled versus the CP1 type fitter to newer vehicles which is quiter due to higher injectin preasures.
I was asking since this vehicle is a US Spec vehicle ... It still has the Florida license plate and registration is from Florida, Ft. Lauderdale ... So, actually MadDuck, you confusing me now ...
I'm in Hawaii and we might have only about 5 BMW diesels over here so what do I know? :-X ;D
I can't really speak for the new diesel setup except that they are supposed to be shit hot.
Ok, thanks ... remember the M3 ... some guy bought it and the car left him stranded on the highway going uphill ... like 4 days after he bought it ... I'm glad I heard your advice on the vehicle ...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 26, 2011, 04:58:01 AM
Wait, new levers? Thought you had just gotten RCSs. What's the story?
Special Brembo RCS levers. Apparently too special. I'll have to find out more on Monday. They are holding a brake lever for me and we are waiting for the clutch lever. Been waiting for a month already.
Sold my old mountain bike to some autocross dude.
Blue WRX, name is Ryan - know him, Gene?
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 26, 2011, 05:33:01 PM
Sold my old mountain bike to some autocross dude.
Blue WRX, name is Ryan - know him, Gene?
Looking over the last event race results I see that we have five Ryans, none of which compete in a Blue WRX, so I may know him, or may not...asian, caucasian, short, tall, red headed, tats or not?...;D
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 26, 2011, 05:33:01 PM
Sold my old mountain bike to some autocross dude.
The Bianchi?
Talking about MTBs ... what would you recommend for me to 're-take' the sport ... being almost 2 yrs of a bike ... I had a 15yrs old Haro Impasse that saw 3 equipment upgrades[not including OEM] ... and had two sets of wheels, one for the street and one for trails ... Frame size was 16" or 17" don't remember ... me not too tall ... or long legs ...
Me really lost on today's MTBs ... no need for something fancy but something that has a bit of everything ...
You can pm me if you want ...
Quote from: old fighter pilot on February 26, 2011, 06:07:47 PM
Looking over the last event race results I see that we have five Ryans, none of which compete in a Blue WRX, so I may know him, or may not...asian, caucasian, short, tall, red headed, tats or not?...;D
Relatively light skinned, but not all haole, no noticeable tats, probably just under 6' ish, thin, early 20s, blah blah blah. Doesn't really matter when it comes down to it, i suppose. Just a curiosity.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 26, 2011, 11:47:23 PM
The Bianchi?
That was my commuter - sold it to a coworker when I built up the Cielo. This was a black Santa Cruz Chameleon.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on February 27, 2011, 06:39:12 AM
... what would you recommend for me to 're-take' the sport ...
Me really lost on today's MTBs ... no need for something fancy but something that has a bit of everything ...
Sooooo many possibilities. I loved the Chameleon I just sold, and it did exactly that - got me back into mountain biking. It was heavy and deliberately slow, but infinitely confidence inspiring because of it. Not to blow off the question, but it's just so wide. Any budget idea?
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 27, 2011, 02:52:34 PM
That was my commuter - sold it to a coworker when I built up the Cielo. This was a black Santa Cruz Chameleon.
Sooooo many possibilities. I loved the Chameleon I just sold, and it did exactly that - got me back into mountain biking. It was heavy and deliberately slow, but infinitely confidence inspiring because of it. Not to blow off the question, but it's just so wide. Any budget idea?
$500.00 tops
A used Specialized Stumpjumper would be fun. Used Santa Cruz Chameleons and Hecklers are somewhat plentiful and inexpensive, but perhaps a smidge out of your price range.
Almost anything made with decent steel - maybe consider no suspension in that case.
Single speeds are popular, but I don't love them, especially as an only bike. If it's appealing, Surly makes some neat stuff cheap, especially used, but they may be hard to find around you.
i can get my hands in new Cannondale, Trek, Giant, Schwinn, Specialized and some other that are either, the $99.99 type or custom built/special order to the US or wherever they're made ...
I don't care for 28 sp, disc brakes or full suspension or Alu frame or CF or Mg, maybe front suspension and V-Brakes with LX or LTX hardware or if in the price XT ... As said, my bike lasted almost 17 yrs and the upgrades were mostly done to bearings, pinions[for better/faster gearing], steering bars and steering bar ends but always kept my Shimano LX hardware ... never failed ... Thing is, Haro is longer available and European brands are vewy vewy expensive plus sorry, I don't trust anyone selling a used MTB here ... way to abused or neglected ...
I usually install a road race bike's large sprocket to have better paved road speed ...
Tks ...
I hadn't considered the un-viability of used bikes in your area.
You might be able to find a sale on a Specialized Rockhopper or Cannondale Trail. Really, any of the big manufacturers make good stuff. Schwinn has gone a little downhill since they started making Wal-Mart type bikes, but they do still make quality bikes as well. And, they might get you a little more for your money, same with Raleigh or Jamis.
Hard questions these are. If there's a decent bike shop, go make friends and see what you can see. If it's over, say, $350, it will last as long as you want it to, and if it fits your budget and appeals to you, you'll probably want it to last quite some time.
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 27, 2011, 02:46:07 PM
Relatively light skinned, but not all haole, no noticeable tats, probably just under 6' ish, thin, early 20s, blah blah blah. Doesn't really matter when it comes down to it, i suppose. Just a curiosity.
Don't recognize him, but then we get 120 drivers and I obviously don't know them all...
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 27, 2011, 05:45:55 PM
I hadn't considered the un-viability of used bikes in your area.
You might be able to find a sale on a Specialized Rockhopper or Cannondale Trail. Really, any of the big manufacturers make good stuff. Schwinn has gone a little downhill since they started making Wal-Mart type bikes, but they do still make quality bikes as well. And, they might get you a little more for your money, same with Raleigh or Jamis.
Hard questions these are. If there's a decent bike shop, go make friends and see what you can see. If it's over, say, $350, it will last as long as you want it to, and if it fits your budget and appeals to you, you'll probably want it to last quite some time.
i'll have to find a new hangout in the meantime then .. to find a new set of two wheels ...
The replacement brake lines arrived today and they even look like they'll fit. I hope I'm not speaking too soon.
I'm still curious about those levers...
Modified the Barracuda windscreen...tried to make it appear more integrated, rather than just perched atop the headlight...
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 04, 2011, 02:10:22 PM
Modified the Barracuda windscreen...tried to make it appear more integrated, rather than just perched atop the headlight...
Pics please !!!
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 04, 2011, 02:21:28 PM
Pics please !!!
As requested...still looks as if it's sitting atop the headlight, but not as bad as before...
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looks good ....
think i'll stick with the race look DP one
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 04, 2011, 05:51:16 PM
looks good ....
think i'll stick with the race look DP one
Yeah, I was going to sell my Barracuda and buy a used DP screen, until I heard a guy say it looks like a cow's tongue...and it does!... ;D
the racing look one in cf?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 04, 2011, 06:15:00 PM
the racing look one in cf?
we must be talking about two different screens...
http://www.ducati.ms/forums/attachments/parts-accessories/75449d1283361950-fs-streetfighter-dp-windscreen-100-sf-windscreen1.jpg (http://www.ducati.ms/forums/attachments/parts-accessories/75449d1283361950-fs-streetfighter-dp-windscreen-100-sf-windscreen1.jpg)
yup ...
me talking bout thisa one ..
http://www.store.commoto.com/ducatistoremonsterbodywork-ducatimonstercarbonwindscreenracelook-p-288.html (http://www.store.commoto.com/ducatistoremonsterbodywork-ducatimonstercarbonwindscreenracelook-p-288.html)
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 04, 2011, 06:49:03 PM
yup ...
me talking bout thisa one ..
http://www.store.commoto.com/ducatistoremonsterbodywork-ducatimonstercarbonwindscreenracelook-p-288.html (http://www.store.commoto.com/ducatistoremonsterbodywork-ducatimonstercarbonwindscreenracelook-p-288.html)
now that looks good!...wish they had something like that for the SF...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 04, 2011, 05:05:22 AM
I'm still curious about those levers...
A pair of these turned up today....... OK?
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Quote from: MadDuck on March 04, 2011, 11:04:52 PM
A pair of these turned up today....... OK?
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/2009%20Ducati%20848/IMG_1124.jpg)
I'll have to go out and look at my bike, but those don't seem all that different.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 05, 2011, 05:07:54 AM
I'll have to go out and look at my bike, but those don't seem all that different.
These are not your levers but they would fit.
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 04, 2011, 07:16:18 PM
now that looks good!...wish they had something like that for the SF...
Another one of my many years long projects is to finish up clear coating a genuine DP carbon fiber nose fairing for the old Monster --- fits all carb'ed Monsters. I have the complete kit and it's beautiful. Just never installed it.
Installed the low drag levers on the 848 yesterday. Hmmm. They look good but have a slightly different feel to them. We'll see.......
Got my friends Harley set for a ride today. Only had twenty pounds of air in the tires and took two quarts of oil to bring up the level halfway on the stick. [roll]
Got a new seat put on the Pegoretti bicycle and will put the old Peg seat on the Seven when I get back to the shop.
Today will be a carbon sanding day. The continuation of years old projects that have been put off on the side. Good rainy day work.
bbq'd and drank beer ...
Finished modding the Barracuda screen...brought it back towards the bar some and down closer to the headlight nacelle, while maintaining the same slope as the headlight...all in all I'm satisfied, looks more integrated than before...
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looks great ..!!!
I think that Streetfighter needs some bar end mirrors. Just sayin............. ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on March 06, 2011, 07:30:01 PM
I think that Streetfighter needs some bar end mirrors. Just sayin............. ;D
Thought about it a couple of times, just don't like the idea of looking down and to the side to see what's behind me...the bike would look better though... ;D
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 06, 2011, 07:40:35 PM
Thought about it a couple of times, just don't like the idea of looking down and to the side to see what's behind me...the bike would look better though... ;D
Very small potatoes. Trust me. You will never know the difference unless you are a mirror monger and you'd adjust in no time even at that. Not even a consideration as opposed to improving the overall looks of the bike. If I ever got a Streetfighter the two first things to go would be the exhaust & the mirrors, but then, that's me. [moto]
Got the 848 carbon fender sanded for the DP decal & clear coat. Also got that old Monster carbon nose fairing sanded again for the next (3rd) clear coat. Maybe only one more coat after that to get all of the dimples out. It only took about 3 to 4 hours total of sanding cleaning and sanding some more, well, plus a couple of beers or so during the whole process. [drink]
Quote from: MadDuck on March 06, 2011, 07:30:01 PM
I think that Streetfighter needs some bar end mirrors. Just sayin............. ;D
I agree! CRG has the new angular ones that would look really sharp on that bike.
http://www.constructorsrg.com/mirrors/index.html (http://www.constructorsrg.com/mirrors/index.html)
And I also second that you'd get used to them super quick. Plus, you get a MUCH better field of view.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 07, 2011, 01:18:22 PM
I agree! CRG has the new angular ones that would look really sharp on that bike.
http://www.constructorsrg.com/mirrors/index.html (http://www.constructorsrg.com/mirrors/index.html)
And I also second that you'd get used to them super quick. Plus, you get a MUCH better field of view.
those are really nice. i think they would look great on the 696
husband and a friend w/ an 848 have been hanging around the garage...
not sure when it'll go in, but it sure is a beauty.
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll290/judaspriess/848%20Swingarm/DSC_0828.jpg)
That looks really nica Anne! Now we need to talk Rick into PCing his the same color of the frame; just so his bike would stand out... ;D
Quote from: whackie on March 08, 2011, 02:00:02 AM
husband and a friend w/ an 848 have been hanging around the garage...
not sure when it'll go in, but it sure is a beauty.
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll290/judaspriess/848%20Swingarm/DSC_0828.jpg)
A gold Ohlins would look fantastic with that. If you can't do that then at least get a proper rate rear spring. Motowheels had good deals. You will be amazed.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2011, 02:08:31 AM
That looks really nica Anne! Now we need to talk Rick into PCing his the same color of the frame; just so his bike would stand out... ;D
"PCing"? It's zero dark hundred and I'm just starting a cup of coffee. [coffee] Oohhhh........ you mean strip my bike down and PC the frame red......... Hmmmm, I was wondering what the next thing to do would be. [clap]
I called in sick to wire in my new KOSO RX1N, and im sure im gonna need the day. The whole day [bang]
Quote from: MadDuck on March 08, 2011, 08:19:06 AM
"PCing"? It's zero dark hundred and I'm just starting a cup of coffee. [coffee] Oohhhh........ you mean strip my bike down and PC the frame red......... Hmmmm, I was wondering what the next thing to do would be. [clap]
No no, that's been done before. I was more hinting that you should strip the bike down and powdercoat the swingarm to color match the finish on the trellis frame. Actually, won't Anne have a spare swingarm laying around as soon as that black one goes on? [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2011, 02:24:59 PM
No no, that's been done before. I was more hinting that you should strip the bike down and powdercoat the swingarm to color match the finish on the trellis frame. Actually, won't Anne have a spare swingarm laying around as soon as that black one goes on? [evil]
yep, there will be another one lying around after the install. but the guy that's been helping the hubby will probably get his done next. either that or he'll take the swing arm now... i'm no hurry, lol.
Quote from: MadDuck on March 08, 2011, 08:15:19 AM
A gold Ohlins would look fantastic with that. If you can't do that then at least get a proper rate rear spring. Motowheels had good deals. You will be amazed.
originally i was thinking to do that since the whole back end would be apart. but with the house purchase right now, i'm trying to hold off on buying goodies. [roll]
had the swing arm since last august, so i'm just glad it's getting done.
If anyone needs any help with there Ohlins advice or ordering Im a Ohlins dealer ... so Id be happy to include you all in on my next order. (and at cost or near cost)
CANES
Quote from: canes on March 08, 2011, 03:17:15 PM
If anyone needs any help with there Ohlins advice or ordering Im a Ohlins dealer ... so Id be happy to include you all in on my next order. (and at cost or near cost)
CANES
We will be talking. Well, assuming I keep the SC that is.
Found out my brand spankin' new bike got stolen. Probably yesterday.
And since I slacked, I never even took pics of it. And since I built it up from parts, it's not registered in Hawaii. I don't even have a serial number for the frame yet. This is going well. [bang]
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 08, 2011, 06:40:07 PM
Found out my brand spankin' new bike got stolen. Probably yesterday.
And since I slacked, I never even took pics of it. And since I built it up from parts, it's not registered in Hawaii. I don't even have a serial number for the frame yet. This is going well. [bang]
Bummer... :(
You missed the sign that said "death penalty for walking on bridge"
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2011, 02:24:59 PM
No no, that's been done before. I was more hinting that you should strip the bike down and powdercoat the swingarm to color match the finish on the trellis frame. Actually, won't Anne have a spare swingarm laying around as soon as that black one goes on? [evil]
Red frame I might do, done before by others or not. Powdercoat the swing arm to match the gray of the frame? I wonder about you sometimes. [laugh] That just won't do. I really like the polish of the the standard swing arm and think the PC black is just fine too but even that is not anything that I would personally do. That's what makes our bikes special. [thumbsup]
Quote from: whackie on March 08, 2011, 03:06:05 PM
i was thinking to do that since the whole back end would be apart. but with the house purchase right now, i'm trying to hold off on buying goodies. [roll]
I try to influence people, not out of any mischievous or malicious tendencies (cough, cough) sometimes, but rather from a perspective of looking back over many years and many missed opportunities.
Believe me that now is the time for a new shock or at least a new spring. OK?, NOW. Whatever else you might have to partially sacrifice now will be worth it if you truly enjoy the bike. I couldn't be more serious.
You need to get back out on the road and you need, I MEAN NEED, to take my bike for at least a short spin. C'mon, I couldn't think of anyone else at this time that would be more deserving. If it weren't for you I would have some other bike. [roll]
Quote from: MadDuck on March 08, 2011, 11:11:46 PM
I try to influence people, not out of any mischievous or malicious tendencies (cough, cough) sometimes, but rather from a perspective of looking back over many years and many missed opportunities.
Believe me that now is the time for a new shock or at least a new spring. OK?, NOW. Whatever else you might have to partially sacrifice now will be worth it if you truly enjoy the bike. I couldn't be more serious.
You need to get back out on the road and you need, I MEAN NEED, to take my bike for at least a short spin. C'mon, I couldn't think of anyone else at this time that would be more deserving. If it weren't for you I would have some other bike. [roll]
lol, oh boy. i'm trying to lead by example. brian is eyeing a 50 gal compressor on cragislist, so to do my part i'm trying not to buy stuff either. did i mention we have to buy the appliances except the dishwasher and oven.... and do all the landscaping at this house. that includes pouring concrete, putting up fences, a couple retaining walls, sprinklers, grass... the list goes on. i already feel broke, lol.
but i know what you mean about riding ur bike. it's always been my fear that if i ride it, i will want that same upgrades. if i avoid the whole temptation, then there's no problem. as if that makes any sense. :P
Silly girl...
[cheeky]
Hey guys,
Everything OK in the islands?
All good here, some damage at some of the smaller harbors...no injuries reported.
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 11, 2011, 08:32:24 AM
All good here, some damage at some of the smaller harbors...no injuries reported.
ok ... good to know ...
had to go into work on thurs night. was there from 12am to 5:30, for emergency management. went home to sleep a bit, but was back to work at 10am for an appt i setup earlier in the week. went home around 3pm, crashed almost immediately after laying down.
and now i'm wide awake!
[thumbsdown]
I was moving the 848 around this morning and noticed the tell tale signs of coolant leak splash coming out the left side fairing vent. Well dang. Can't say that I'm surprised but I was thinking that if the radiator hadn't leaked by now I might have got a good one when the bike was built. Silly boy. Good thing for the extended warranty. So off on the Pegoretti I go.
hey guys,
remember i asked about a mtb to get back on track?
between a GT Aggresor and GT Avalanche, both with front suspension and disc brakes, which one would you chooose? those are the 'less expensive' bikes I can find down here in Panama ... appart from the chinese made one ...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 13, 2011, 01:50:25 PM
hey guys,
remember i asked about a mtb to get back on track?
between a GT Aggresor and GT Avalanche, both with front suspension and disc brakes, which one would you chooose? those are the 'less expensive' bikes I can find down here in Panama ... appart from the chinese made one ...
Which model of these bikes are you looking at?
They're both available here, new ... difference in price is about $35.00 ...
One's an Avalanche 2.0 and the Aggressor is a 2.0 ...
Quote from: MadDuck on March 13, 2011, 01:32:05 PM
I was moving the 848 around this morning and noticed the tell tale signs of coolant leak splash coming out the left side fairing vent. Well dang. Can't say that I'm surprised but I was thinking that if the radiator hadn't leaked by now I might have got a good one when the bike was built. Silly boy. Good thing for the extended warranty. So off on the Pegoretti I go.
i remember when mine sprung a leak. it was 2 days before it was hit in the parking lot... took about a week to get it in.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 13, 2011, 07:30:46 PM
They're both available here, new ... difference in price is about $35.00 ...
One's an Avalanche 2.0 and the Aggressor is a 2.0 ...
If those are the choices, I think you have to go Avalanche. The fork won't last, but otherwise it will probably be fine. They are still made in China, though....
(Today) - flew back from Hilo after completely failing to see lava, once again. I figured when the flow started on Monday I was in pretty good shape. Next time, next time...
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 13, 2011, 10:07:29 PM
If those are the choices, I think you have to go Avalanche. The fork won't last, but otherwise it will probably be fine. They are still made in China, though....
But I could replace that later and 'upgrade' ... If I remember, from what I saw they had, one had Marzochi and the other one Suntour? I know they were not RockShox ...
NEW goodies today. I got a new (gold) ducati slave cinder, and a set of D-3 rubber / ALU grips. And my ducati racing seat just came in. Now I just have to wate for my new air filter.
And I just ordered a Bazzaz FI unit with the o2 self adj. mapping sensor. plus some other ALU. brake reservoirs and a set of role click sortie levers.
I cant wate till the wife finds out.... anyone have a couch i can sleep on lol (jk)
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 14, 2011, 07:10:57 AM
But I could replace that later and 'upgrade' ... If I remember, from what I saw they had, one had Marzochi and the other one Suntour? I know they were not RockShox ...
The marzocchi is likely the better fork. Any idea which one it was on? From looking online, the Avalanche looked a little better, though.
Got my stock ECU back from Desmo Works with a Mota-Lab reflash yesterday, installed it in the SF and rode down to SSD where Will reset the TPS...the jury is out on improved performance until Will balances the TBs and adjusts the trim on Thusday.
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 14, 2011, 10:09:06 PM
The marzocchi is likely the better fork. Any idea which one it was on? From looking online, the Avalanche looked a little better, though.
The Avalanche is the less costly one with a Suntour nonadjustable fork and the Aggressor is the one with an adjustable fork ... difference is as said, is about $35.00; another diff is the brakes, one has mechanical and the other has hydraulic ...But this time, the way around, Aggressor, mechanical, Avalanche, hydraulic ... now I'm dumbfounded ???
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 15, 2011, 11:57:00 AM
Got my stock ECU back from Desmo Works with a Mota-Lab reflash yesterday, installed it in the SF and rode down to SSD where Will reset the TPS...the jury is out on improved performance until Will balances the TBs and adjusts the trim on Thusday.
I'm not sure I understand the fundamental difference between setting the TPS and balancing the TBS. Ok, Throttle position switch as opposed to balancing, or syncing the the Throttle butterfly valves and adjusting the fuel/air mixture. If your throttle butterflys were set properly previously then they shouldn't change just by having a different map. Trim maybe but I think you guys may be splitting hairs. I bet whatever change there may be it will be minimal from this point onward. Most of these differences are in the high rpm range, if anything. Just saying.
When I was doing my Power Commander remaps on the Gixxer it was only slight changes after a point. Slightly less, if at all, bog on accel. Slightly less off throttle burble. That sort of thing.
the tps is just the throttle position sensor, so reseting it just says "hey bike, this is what throttle plate closed feels like"
thats it
but to make it run right we need to get each throttle body burning equally, then adjust trim.
not splitting hairs at all, there are a bunch of goons out there that just reset the tps, but they are way off, not to mention that most of the stops are off anyway...
rick, if i were to just reset the tps on your bike, you would hate it, trust me. if you want, i can put it back to where the airbleeds were and bring the trim back to zero for you to feel the "minimal" difference.
i love when i get bikes in from mainland and other shops that are adjusted all crappy, or just the tps reset. it gives me the opportunity to show the cust how their bike should run.
the gixer power commander situation is a different animal all together, that bike or any japanese in line four, will pretty "good" no matter what, not a ducati. and not really what i am doing anyway.
Teach me -- school me!! Please! I pretty much eat & breathe this stuff and have for years. Is the throttle position switch only just a closed position switch, closed-wide open switch or does it have a variable sensor ( sometimes built as many sub steps in between closed & wide open ) ? I've seen all different types. Some fuel injection systems, and if I'm not mistaken some of these were used on early Ducati fuel injection, use a variable TPS where the computer just looks at where the throttle switch is, what the rpm's are, and then calculates the injector opening time.
Now throw the throttle bodies in as you say. Is this system using a combination of just a closed position switch and then adjusting fuel mixture as the throttle opens? Kind of sounds like it. It also sounds like you have to teach the computer, so to speak, where these settings are? Am I close?
When I had to set the 4 individual carbs on the Hondas I used four vacuum gauges connected to intake manifold ports. I would set the vacuums equal at idle by adjusting the slide position (once the actual throttle butterflys were manually set) then adjust the idle mixture. Then went for the final adjustments by watching the vacuum change as the throttles were opened. That was critical and sometimes required more adjustment and you would have to go back & forth a bit to get the best overall balance between idle & load. Fuel injection simply just mimics this electronically.
I would think that some of these are just plain set manually and shouldn't change from computer to computer and from map to map or is it that each time the new set up needs to start from ground zero? Gene has been through a few different ECUs and maps but seems only to perceive slight differences. That's sort of what I'm saying. How off can it be? Then again it wouldn't surprise me at all if things were way off either at the start.
On another note you do get to see my bike soon for a radiator but you can leave the throttles alone. They are great right now. ;D
crap, you like to type more than i do.
no time now for a good answer, will try to get back on later, or maybe we can talk about it when you come in.
but for now, i am off to homedepot for remodel crap and then to the animal hospital to pick up my busted up dog.
later
Quote from: lurkingforyou on March 16, 2011, 06:02:28 PM
crap, you like to type more than i do.
no time now for a good answer, will try to get back on later, or maybe we can talk about it when you come in.
but for now, i am off to homedepot for remodel crap and then to the animal hospital to pick up my busted up dog.
later
what happened to the dog?
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 15, 2011, 11:57:00 AM
Got my stock ECU back from Desmo Works with a Mota-Lab reflash yesterday, installed it in the SF and rode down to SSD where Will reset the TPS...the jury is out on improved performance until Will balances the TBs and adjusts the trim on Thusday.
Took the SF down to SSD this morning so Will could do his magic...and he
nailed it! The fueling below 4k rpm is just about perfect and I'm happier than a pig in sh*t!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 17, 2011, 02:20:57 PM
Took the SF down to SSD this morning so Will could do his magic...and he nailed it! The fueling below 4k rpm is just about perfect and I'm happier than a pig in sh*t!... [thumbsup]
WAY COOL!
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 17, 2011, 07:49:08 PM
Yup... ;D
Seriously I'm stoked for you. It's just that now I have to back out and ride the 848 & the Hyper and watch those little itty bitty bar graphs of what passes for a tachometer. I don't think that any of the Ducs I've ridden in the last 6 years had anything that could be called passable life below 3K unless they were idling. [laugh] The 900 Monster and the 999 could manage a light throttle cruise at around 3.5K but not going up hills. It seems to me that they were all just coming to life at 3.5K and were even happier at 4K. Only the Gixxer could really manage anything from 2K to 3.5K. Under 4K seems, to me anyway, to be mostly a transition zone.
So dang it all anyway!! Now I'll be riding into town tomorrow squinting down at those tiny numbers way on the left side all the while watching a temp gauge and leaning over to have a look for coolant flying out the left fairing vent. [roll] [roll] It's all your fault Gene! ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on March 18, 2011, 09:33:09 AM
Seriously I'm stoked for you. It's just that now I have to back out and ride the 848 & the Hyper and watch those little itty bitty bar graphs of what passes for a tachometer. I don't think that any of the Ducs I've ridden in the last 6 years had anything that could be called passable life below 3K unless they were idling. [laugh] The 900 Monster and the 999 could manage a light throttle cruise at around 3.5K but not going up hills. It seems to me that they were all just coming to life at 3.5K and were even happier at 4K. Only the Gixxer could really manage anything from 2K to 3.5K. Under 4K seems, to me anyway, to be mostly a transition zone.
So dang it all anyway!! Now I'll be riding into town tomorrow squinting down at those tiny numbers way on the left side all the while watching a temp gauge and leaning over to have a look for coolant flying out the left fairing vent. [roll] [roll] It's all your fault Gene! ;D
Hey!...it's not like I'm running around at 2.5k all day... ;D
BTW, I have an old can of Bar's Leaks laying around somewhere if you'd like me to bring it down on Saturday... ;)
Got it covered but I appreciate the thought. [laugh]
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What are the chances that Sir Wood Brett is of Nigerian descent?...
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 22, 2011, 04:15:45 PM
What are the chances that Sir Wood Brett is of Nigerian descent?...
vewry high?
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After you close on the island will you throw a 1098R my way? Hey, even a Streetfighter S will do, I'm not greedy......
Quote from: MadDuck on March 22, 2011, 07:53:48 PM
After you close on the island will you throw a 1098R my way? Hey, even a Streetfighter S will do, I'm not greedy......
Hey, after all of the help you've given me? No problem [thumbsup]
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 22, 2011, 10:14:40 PM
Hey, after all of the help you've given me? No problem [thumbsup]
No problemo. We'll have to have a drink to that sometime before you clear out of here. [wine]
Went for a little more than a one hour ride, got beat up by the wind...
^^ Which, between the rain & the wind, is why I didn't head out on the Seven last night after work. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
So no rain tonight after work and I put 20 miles in the hard way. The wind was interesting to say the least.
Quote from: MadDuck on March 25, 2011, 12:17:54 AM
So no rain tonight after work and I put 20 miles in the hard way. The wind was interesting to say the least.
Good for you!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on March 25, 2011, 12:17:54 AM
So no rain tonight after work and I put 20 miles in the hard way. The wind was interesting to say the least.
hard way meaning bicycle? can't imagine what that's like.
Quote from: whackie on March 25, 2011, 02:30:40 AM
hard way meaning bicycle? can't imagine what that's like.
It's hard. :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 25, 2011, 03:31:03 AM
It's hard. :D
And it get's harder. I'm trying to get back in shape to do the Kailua Makapuu Town Pali back to Kailua loop. Then I can go ride with the boss on his easy ride days. [roll] Seriously.
Quote from: MadDuck on March 25, 2011, 09:33:56 AM
And it get's harder. I'm trying to get back in shape to do the Kailua Makapuu Town Pali back to Kailua loop. Then I can go ride with the boss on his easy ride days. [roll] Seriously.
Oof. Easy days those are not.
On a completely different tack:
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/cto/2286677454.html (http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/cto/2286677454.html)
Thoughts?
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 26, 2011, 03:23:51 PM
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/cto/2286677454.html (http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/cto/2286677454.html)
Thoughts?
It's a car.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 26, 2011, 03:27:17 PM
It's a car.
Remind me to thank you for your insight next time I see you. [roll]
We are thinking of trading the beetle for something that seals out the rain, etc a little better. And, oddly, gets better gas mileage.
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 26, 2011, 03:23:51 PM
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Thoughts?
M3 convertibles are generally not the enthusiast's choice...in it's favor it's a 5-speed and has the Dinan upgrades, so it could be a fun car...if you look at it, make sure that the water pump, radiator, hoses & belts have been replaced, and it would be nice if the RSMs (rear shock mounts), LCABs (lower control arm bushings) and RTABS (rear trailing arm bushings) have been replaced...other problem areas would be window regulators/motors, leaky power steering fluid hoses, etc...other items/systems should be good if regular maintenance has been performed...
Mac may have more to add... ;D
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 26, 2011, 04:26:57 PM
M3 convertibles are generally not the enthusiast's choice...in it's favor it's a 5-speed and has the Dinan upgrades, so it could be a fun car...if you look at it, make sure that the water pump, radiator, hoses & belts have been replaced, and it would be nice if the RSMs (rear shock mounts), LCABs (lower control arm bushings) and RTABS (rear trailing arm bushings) have been replaced...other problem areas would be window regulators/motors, leaky power steering fluid hoses, etc...other items/systems should be good if regular mainenance has been performed...
Mac may have more to add... ;D
Thanks for the maintenance info. I am not too concerned about the speed factor (I'm assuming you mean that convertibles are not the enthusiasts choice due to added weight and decreased rigidity), I am mainly looking for an upgraded convertible from my 73 beetle. And this thing, no matter the performance, will be faster in reverse than the car I am looking to replace [cheeky]
I've had my '97 M3 coupe for 10 years now have been autocrossing it from the beginning, most well balanced and connected to the road car I've ever owned (that's why I still have it)...it was Car & Driver's best handling car in 1997 and will last a very long time with proper maintenance and cooling system replacement every 60K or so...and for the DIYer, they're fairly easy to work on...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 26, 2011, 03:27:17 PM
It's a car.
I don't know about the rest of you but I sleep quite well at night knowing that the intell specialists of our country are right on it and don't miss a thing. ;)
The only real downfalls of that model would be the rear subframe mounts into the body, or more accurately the frame floor paneling that the rear subframe mounts to. That and the convertible top mechanism, linkage, whatever, is very fragile and will require regular repair if you are working the top a lot.
The B32 definitely had the least engine/trans maintenance of the lot.
Let For a10 work trip in kentucky and ohio so no [moto] for me for a few weeks :-[ :'(
Quote from: MadDuck on March 26, 2011, 08:02:30 PM
I don't know about the rest of you but I sleep quite well at night knowing that the intell specialists of our country are right on it and don't miss a thing. ;)
The only real downfalls of that model would be the rear subframe mounts into the body, or more accurately the frame floor paneling that the rear subframe mounts to. That and the convertible top mechanism, linkage, whatever, is very fragile and will require regular repair if you are working the top a lot.
The B32 definitely had the least engine/trans maintenance of the lot.
Glad to hear the engine/trans issues are minimal. I drove the car yesterday. It was... underwhelming. It didn't occur to me at the time, but it seemed a little reminiscent of the ti when the cat was shot. Put the pedal down, listen to the too-loud-for-my-taste exhaust let everyone know you've put your foot down, and feel, well, not much. Oh, and your warning about the power top mechanism was spot on - it requires a "nudge". That said, it's decent overall, he seems to have kept on top of maintenance - preventative and otherwise. Not sure about this one.
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 27, 2011, 11:50:10 AM
Put the pedal down, listen to the too-loud-for-my-taste exhaust let everyone know you've put your foot down, and feel, well, not much.
Dosen't sound like a healthy E36M3 to me, unless the convertible is a real porker compared to the coupe...
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 27, 2011, 11:50:10 AM
Glad to hear the engine/trans issues are minimal. I drove the car yesterday. It was... underwhelming. It didn't occur to me at the time, but it seemed a little reminiscent of the ti when the cat was shot. Put the pedal down, listen to the too-loud-for-my-taste exhaust let everyone know you've put your foot down, and feel, well, not much. Oh, and your warning about the power top mechanism was spot on - it requires a "nudge". That said, it's decent overall, he seems to have kept on top of maintenance - preventative and otherwise. Not sure about this one.
Bring it by the shop if you can and we'll give it a look over. Free.
Quote from: old fighter pilot on March 27, 2011, 11:54:48 AM
Dosen't sound like a healthy E36M3 to me, unless the convertible is a real porker compared to the coupe...
I fear for it's health as well. I'm sure the convertible is slower and heavier, but I think it's worse than it should be.
Quote from: MadDuck on March 27, 2011, 06:41:42 PM
Bring it by the shop if you can and we'll give it a look over. Free.
I appreciate the offer. I spoke to the seller (Mike, i think), and it turns out he works around Queen and Ward. He seems willing to do the legwork for me and bring it over. Feel free to charge him as much as you'd like! [cheeky]
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 27, 2011, 07:19:49 PM
I fear for it's health as well. I'm sure the convertible is slower and heavier, but I think it's worse than it should be.
I appreciate the offer. I spoke to the seller (Mike, i think), and it turns out he works around Queen and Ward. He seems willing to do the legwork for me and bring it over. Feel free to charge him as much as you'd like! [cheeky]
No problemo.
Speaking of free shop work we should do your suspension this Saturday Jing! [moto]
Hey, that sounds like a good plan. Thank u Rick. What time shall I show up? More importantly, which beer should I bring?
Quote from: sta on March 31, 2011, 07:00:34 PM
More importantly, which beer should I bring?
You just opened Pandora's Box right there... [drink]
Came home from work at 0830, sick like Russian dog. I blame the economy.
Quote from: sta on March 31, 2011, 07:00:34 PM
Hey, that sounds like a good plan. Thank u Rick. What time shall I show up? More importantly, which beer should I bring?
A six pack of Sierra Nevada Porter or Sierra Nevada Torpedo will do nicely. Even a Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is good too. Or a 12 pack of Bitburger. Should be easy but if not don't worry about showing up. You get your suspension done, beer or not. [thumbsup]
Now we got the important part out of the way [drink], so the other matter would be the time? At your convenience of course. [thumbsup]
Short ride to visit the snake & back...three HPD officers enforcing the speed limit on Wilikina Drive...
There have been crazy reports of a sudden increased HPD presence lately. I saw a blue & white parked on the grass between the UH off ramp & on ramp going west bound the other night. In 40 something years of driving here I have never, ever seen that. :o
I bet it'll be dangerous out there this weekend.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 01, 2011, 11:40:54 PM
I bet it'll be dangerous out there this weekend.
Good time to hang out and do suspension work.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 01, 2011, 11:45:28 PM
Good time to hang out and do suspension work.
Or ride bicycles.
Was at the shop and watched/helped Rick to set my suspension in range. Thank u Rick! Rode it thu tantalus and 13 turns, def felt diffence for the better.
Quote from: sta on April 02, 2011, 08:15:42 PM
Was at the shop and watched/helped Rick to set my suspension in range. Thank u Rick! Rode it thu tantalus and 13 turns, def felt diffence for the better.
Cool!...so you're ready to rock n roll tomorrow then... [moto]
Quote from: sta on April 02, 2011, 08:15:42 PM
Was at the shop and watched/helped Rick to set my suspension in range. Thank u Rick! Rode it thu tantalus and 13 turns, def felt diffence for the better.
[thumbsup]
Super Duked a squirrel today...
Didn't hurt the bike did it? [popcorn]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 03, 2011, 03:08:00 PM
Super Duked a squirrel today...
Is that some sort of east coast euphemism? ;D
No, not at all. Just a suicidal squirrel darted out, and straight into my line, while out riding today. The guy behind me had his camera going and captured the twirling aftermath...
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=39567.msg870742#msg870742 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=39567.msg870742#msg870742)
didn't catch the squirrel, I was preoccupied with that beautiful road... ;D
It was about the 1:34 mark. Kind of hard to see it with the level of compression that was applied to the video file. But if you listen really closely you can hear Ted start laughing. ;D
jebus,
was offered a brand new in the box giant talon 3 for $700.00[remeber i'm not in the US] ... is it a good choice .. been so long away from the sport ...
Bit more of last Sunday's ride:
CAM Ride 4/3/11 - Squirrelicide (http://vimeo.com/22027745)
Strange. In the video it looks like I am leaning away from the turn in a lot of spots, but it feels like I am leaning into it when on that road...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 06, 2011, 01:25:08 PM
Bit more of last Sunday's ride:
CAM Ride 4/3/11 - Squirrelicide (http://vimeo.com/22027745)
Strange. In the video it looks like I am leaning away from the turn in a lot of spots, but it feels like I am leaning into it when on that road...
very nice road ... "ham sammich edition'?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 06, 2011, 01:25:08 PM
Bit more of last Sunday's ride:
CAM Ride 4/3/11 - Squirrelicide (http://vimeo.com/22027745)
Strange. In the video it looks like I am leaning away from the turn in a lot of spots, but it feels like I am leaning into it when on that road...
At around the 5 minute mark I notice you leaning away to the right in left turns. Right turns more body lean to the right. Before that mark your lower body would lean into the turns, left or right, but your head and sometimes shoulders would go back to straight up.
This is something I still play with. Do I just lean over with everything and try to make sense out of an extremely tilted "video" or do I get over and then try to get my visual back to a more normal vertical viewpoint? I haven't figured out which is better and seem to be able to do both equally well or equally bad, depending.... [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 06, 2011, 01:25:08 PM
Strange. In the video it looks like I am leaning away from the turn in a lot of spots, but it feels like I am leaning into it when on that road...
Maybe due to the fact that the SD is more like a SM than a standard bike? Dunno, it happened to me when I took a demo ride on a 200cc SM type bike ...
just got back from kentucky and Ohio... i never wanted to have my bikes with me more that for the last 2 weeks. even though it was 40+ degrees
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 04, 2011, 05:40:26 PM
jebus,
was offered a brand new in the box giant talon 3 for $700.00[remeber i'm not in the US] ... is it a good choice .. been so long away from the sport ...
Hmm. Is it 2011? If so, maybe. I don't know how harsh the markup is for you down there, cause it's obviously above MSRP. The 2011 looks reasonable enough though.
Went to get the SD registered yesterday. Got down to the DMV only to realize that the city of Honolulu had mistakenly registered the bike as a 2000 model year instead of a 2008. Called USAA, and the title they have reflects the same. [laugh]
Wonder if I can use that info to get cheaper insurance rates? ;)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 08, 2011, 03:30:42 AM
Went to get the SD registered yesterday. Got down to the DMV only to realize that the city of Honolulu had mistakenly registered the bike as a 2000 model year instead of a 2008. Called USAA, and the title they have reflects the same. [laugh]
Wonder if I can use that info to get cheaper insurance rates? ;)
God bless the C&C of Honolulu. Now your SD is worth doo-doo. [laugh]
Quote from: MadDuck on April 08, 2011, 09:36:35 AM
Now your SD is worth doo-doo. [laugh]
I'll give you $1750 shipped, 'cause you're my friend... ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on April 08, 2011, 09:36:35 AM
God bless the C&C of Honolulu. Now your SD is worth doo-doo. [laugh]
Surprisingly enough, the lady I spoke with changed the data over the phone, and is sending a corrected title to USAA. PLUS, she said she was going to go ahead and renew the registration for me on both bikes. Talk about aloha from across the sea! [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 08, 2011, 04:07:01 PM
Surprisingly enough, the lady I spoke with changed the data over the phone, and is sending a corrected title to USAA. PLUS, she said she was going to go ahead and renew the registration for me on both bikes. Talk about aloha from across the sea! [thumbsup]
wished they were like that here ... my bike from one year to the other became a single cylinder with a 125cc engine and 5 sp ....plus my bike has a brake booster ... go figure !!!
just switched from state farm to geico today and saved almost 400 bucks with practically the same coverage minus the free towing. funny thing is that when i got my bike in 09 state farm was the cheapest at the time.
Geico blew everyone out of the water for my insurance when I was down there.
Short ride to Tantalus* and then down to the shop where I watched Rick fabricate a brace for his license plate bracket...then to home where I finished prepping the M for tomorrow's SCCA Hawaii Runoffs...
*a few spots have gravel & debris on the road where you don't expect it...
Yes I did fabricate a reinforcement bracket for the 848 license plate yesterday. The Competition Werkes fender eliminator has a design flaw & it will crack at the top of the plate mount. I had added a brace plate a while back while Ben was still here. I rushed through the job at that time and I knew that I would have to re-visit that job. So that was done properly yesterday & now I can say that all the work on the 848 is done. Done I say. Brandon is already egging me on to do more but I feel no real further inspiration at this time. No nagging thoughts in the back of my mind.
So with that I had a Sierra Nevada 30th Anniversary Stout last night and some others. Also had an 85th Anniversary Avo cigar. All in the spirit of celebration. [thumbsup]
What else is Brandon trying to get you to do?
The carbon trim panels under the tank & seat. Maybe later but I definitely not feeling any urge or hint of urge. I'm all good now.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 10, 2011, 07:50:55 PM
I'm all good now.
[thumbsup]
BUT, let me know when you decide to let go of those forks and calipers. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 11, 2011, 03:03:59 AM
[thumbsup]
BUT, let me know when you decide to let go of those forks and calipers. ;D
You've got first dibs, OK? What would you use them on? Just curious.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 11, 2011, 09:24:39 AM
You've got first dibs, OK? What would you use them on? Just curious.
Right now, the SC. But who knows what the future would bring.
You do realize I'm talking about the R&Ts, right?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 11, 2011, 01:20:01 PM
Right now, the SC. But who knows what the future would bring.
You do realize I'm talking about the R&Ts, right?
Hell, I don't know about that..... you think the SC is worthy of such fine hardware? Wait, I guess you do 'cause you put those fancy carbon hoops on it. ;D
Well, depending how how tall the tubes are, and if it would allow me to set the bike up with the triples a little higher on the forks than they are now. The Ohlins shock that I'm looking at allows me to get the rear end about half an inch higher, which I would like. Just need to get able to raise the front accordingly.
Here's another thing. The R&T has an option to extend their length, something to do with a track option. Something that no one said anything about to me and I had to read in the manual. I could have had Dan Kyle set that up at the outset and then I wouldn't have had that ride height issue. So as they are set up now I don't know if they would be longer than what you already have. It'd be fun to measure & compare sometime. I don't think we ever did that while you were here. When I decide to send them back for service I'll request the extension.
Kicking the rear end up on that SC? Careful there. You're already nose down and that will change things, maybe not for the better. Half an inch in the back might not be so bad though but I know what you mean about getting the front up a bit.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 12, 2011, 09:36:48 AM
Kicking the rear end up on that SC? Careful there. You're already nose down and that will change things, maybe not for the better. Half an inch in the back might not be so bad though but I know what you mean about getting the front up a bit.
I know, I know. That's why I'm entertaining the idea of new/different forks first. The bike is a bit too low at the moment, but I've got to be able to drop the fork tubes in the triple before I even think about raising the rear end up. Having said that though, I guess I could always get some sort of spacer made for the top of the lower triple, as the top triple still has TONS of fork tube to grab hold of...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2011, 01:47:16 PM
I know, I know. That's why I'm entertaining the idea of new/different forks first. The bike is a bit too low at the moment, but I've got to be able to drop the fork tubes in the triple before I even think about raising the rear end up. Having said that though, I guess I could always get some sort of spacer made for the top of the lower triple, as the top triple still has TONS of fork tube to grab hold of...
please excuse my budging into this particular converstaion, but, what about ST forks, they're longer by about 4 cms ... and are Showa if my mind don't play tricks on me and I have read the instructional threads good ...
No worries Carlos. I've got modified 999 forks on the SC already. The only real reason I'm not happy with them is because the clamping area on the fork tubes don't really match up with the SpeedyMoto triples that are on the bike. It would be nice if I could drop the forks a bit further down, to raise the front end up a touch.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2011, 03:16:32 PM
No worries Carlos. I've got modified 999 forks on the SC already. The only real reason I'm not happy with them is because the clamping area on the fork tubes don't really match up with the SpeedyMoto triples that are on the bike. It would be nice if I could drop the forks a bit further down, to raise the front end up a touch.
you sort of got my 'dream' forks ... but as said, wouldn't the ST forks since longer be modified to your specs and this way you would be able to raise the front at least 30mm ... and leave 10mm as an 'escape route' ...
now, if i had the $$ i would try to get a set of showa forks, replace the fork legs and install 'radial caliper' fork legs and install radial calipers to my monster .. but, first, get paid, second, enjoy what i have on me monster and third ... save for either a sbk or a ss ... might end up getting an adventure bike so that the wife can ride ... jajajaja
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 12, 2011, 03:16:32 PM
No worries Carlos. I've got modified 999 forks on the SC already. The only real reason I'm not happy with them is because the clamping area on the fork tubes don't really match up with the SpeedyMoto triples that are on the bike. It would be nice if I could drop the forks a bit further down, to raise the front end up a touch.
Yeah, I remember now. It wasn't like we chose that ride height in the front, we had to use it because of the spacing/taper on the fork wall outer diameter. It all comes back to me. I could always measure the stock forks for the 848. Make you a deal maybe I might. Hmmmm.........
i got long forks on my sp
http://www.electraeon.com/throttlecam.html (http://www.electraeon.com/throttlecam.html)
anyway, installed one of these today my my bike, awesome.
i never thought i would like a quick turn throttle. i got it because of other bike injuries i can't flex my wrist very much back, so for full throttle i always have to roll fingers, drop an elbow, or "pre-wind" my grip. so i decided to get one.
i love it, and it isn't as twitchy as i thought it would be. a must try, even if your wrist is ok, but not is it's limp.
Quote from: teddy037.2 on May 14, 2008, 10:30:43 PM
just recieved some meat loaf from the girl.
and just to make sure in case it was spiked w/roofies, I locked the door after she left. [laugh]
ok. but seriously though... she cooked me meat loaf! how am I supposed to interpret this sort of thing???
hard to say... any more info on said girl?
Quote from: hadesducati848 on April 13, 2011, 01:19:38 AM
hard to say... any more info on said girl?
Quoting Teddy from three years ago?
Quote from: MadDuck on April 13, 2011, 12:07:27 AM
I could always measure the stock forks for the 848. Make you a deal maybe I might. Hmmmm.........
You could, but I'm more interested in the R&Ts. ;D
Besides, I'd still have to set up the 848 forks AND get new calipers for them.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 13, 2011, 02:14:13 AM
Quoting Teddy from three years ago?
You could, but I'm more interested in the R&Ts. ;D
Besides, I'd still have to set up the 848 forks AND get new calipers for them.
Yeah, WTH with the Teddy quote? ? ? ?
But Squirrel Killer you'd still have to get calipers for the R&Ts anyway. [cheeky]
Hey guys, BMW tech question, customer has 330i 4 dr with sport suspension, needs to replace front shocks but each OEM shock costs here, $750.00 and are special order; from Bilstein, which model would be the exact match for these shocks?
Thanks ...
PS car has Sport Suspension not M Suspension
Quote from: MadDuck on April 13, 2011, 09:28:40 AM
But Squirrel Killer you'd still have to get calipers for the R&Ts anyway. [cheeky]
Who cares? I'd have R&Ts!! :D
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 13, 2011, 03:11:05 PM
What are R&T?
http://www.ohlins.com/test_ny_artikel/RoadTrack-Motorcycle/FG-RT/ (http://www.ohlins.com/test_ny_artikel/RoadTrack-Motorcycle/FG-RT/)
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 13, 2011, 03:26:27 PM
http://www.ohlins.com/test_ny_artikel/RoadTrack-Motorcycle/FG-RT/ (http://www.ohlins.com/test_ny_artikel/RoadTrack-Motorcycle/FG-RT/)
Nice !!!
very very nice. [clap] [thumbsup]
Few more weeks.....
Bled the clutch slave on the SF today, also cleaned the chain and blew some dust out from the clutch...will lube the chain tomorrow, no time to do a pre-lube warmup today...
Spent FAR too much time avoiding tornadoes at different airports today.
Good on you for the Matrix! [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 27, 2011, 07:11:13 PM
Spent FAR too much time avoiding tornadoes at different airports today.
Watching the destruction on the news...Stay safe!...
Quote from: Carbon 14 on April 27, 2011, 11:54:59 PM
Thanks. The guy was pretty reasonable when I told him the things the bike would need to be streetable again. Bought it for $5900. Basically the same 998 Testa engine as my monster so all of the parts on the shelf are a fit.
It's stock except for a tail tidy but the guy has the stock setup in a box ready to put back on. Since it's a "limited edition" bike I intend to keep it stock with the exception of maybe a slotted clutch cover.
I'd keep the tail tidy on it but would hold onto the stock parts. I thought about having a run at that bike just because it's the Matrix but somehow I like my Tamborini's to be red. I bet the green is much better in person than in the pics. Still a good score! Do you think you'll bring it out on a monthly ride? We promise not to get too crazy. [roll]
You can ride in the back with me...I occasionally rip, but not around blind corners... ;D
pics pics pics pics
pics pics pics pics
[thumbsup]
Quote from: old fighter pilot on April 28, 2011, 12:09:09 PM
You can ride in the back with me...I occasionally rip, but not around blind corners... ;D
Yep. Just let us know. We've got fast, medium & slower riders and everyone has been around lots of those turns. Everyone wants to have fun but most everyone will help out too. Just say "hey, I need to be a bit slow" and we'll work it out. I have gone slower many times to show those behind me the best line, or at least what I think is the best line, through some turns. It's all about [moto]. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on April 28, 2011, 08:31:36 PM
Yep. Just let us know. We've got fast, medium & slower riders and everyone has been around lots of those turns. Everyone wants to have fun but most everyone will help out too. Just say "hey, I need to be a bit slow" and we'll work it out. I have gone slower many times to show those behind me the best line, or at least what I think is the best line, through some turns. It's all about [moto]. [thumbsup]
I wish the guys here were like this ... It's either their tempo or none ... Me, I go my tempo !!! That's why I ride alone !!!
Shorai should some in stock by now. Just saying...
Love the zip tie license plate fasteners on the Matrix. ;D Just kidding. The bike is beautiful. It'll be interesting to hear your opinions as to the differences between the two bikes.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 28, 2011, 08:31:36 PM
Yep. Just let us know. We've got fast, medium & slower riders and everyone has been around lots of those turns. Everyone wants to have fun but most everyone will help out too. Just say "hey, I need to be a bit slow" and we'll work it out. I have gone slower many times to show those behind me the best line, or at least what I think is the best line, through some turns. It's all about [moto]. [thumbsup]
i can attest to this! Mac has always been really good about it. i'm the slow poke.
Quote from: whackie on April 29, 2011, 01:54:40 PM
i can attest to this! Mac has always been really good about it. i'm the slow poke.
and when are you coming out to play again?... ;D
Quote from: old fighter pilot on April 29, 2011, 02:54:13 PM
and when are you coming out to play again?... ;D
actually i think i may come out soon. i think the hubs n i are getting on each others nerves. too much time together i think.
i haven't gone shooting, hiking, or riding in months.
Quote from: whackie on April 29, 2011, 08:05:55 PM
actually i think i may come out soon. i think the hubs n i are getting on each others nerves. too much time together i think.
i haven't gone shooting, hiking, or riding in months.
You two did all that stuff together didn't you? Not so much time together I bet as not enough time together doing good fun stuff. No argument that you gotta work on the house but you gotta get out too!
just got back from Maui. took a ride up too Haleakala crater (in a car sadly) and oh boy is that a beautiful road. its like 20 miles of tantalus [drool] only with faster hairpins. even the asphalt was new and smooth. i really need to go back with my [moto] 848.
Had a customer bike stolen last nigh and have to deal with police reports all day :'(
Quote from: MadDuck on April 29, 2011, 11:48:59 PM
You two did all that stuff together didn't you? Not so much time together I bet as not enough time together doing good fun stuff. No argument that you gotta work on the house but you gotta get out too!
true, you're so wise. i guess we should get back into hiking and doing together stuff. esp since come july he's going back to a boat. his schedule will be different and i don't know what to expect. once his 6 mons deployment hits, then i'll have plenty of me time.
he did go to see fast 5 with some friends. it was so late on sunday night, there wasn't much to do. i ended up sewing curtains. at least it was a quiet relaxing night. [roll]
Quote from: canes on May 01, 2011, 01:39:11 PM
Had a customer bike stolen last nigh and have to deal with police reports all day :'(
how'd go?
Doing the belts yourself?
All is well agen ... I did have a bike stole from my house in between 5-10pm last Saturday. but once I became firm in my stand that i wasn't responsible. (the customer within the first day wanted me to go out and buy him a new bike out of pocket) and that only firmed up my thought that he had stolen his own bike and was trying to do some kind of a insurance scam. So once i told him I would not be buying him a new bike and any further contact would need to go through an attorney. surprise surprise he found his bike like 2hrs after i told him to Attorney up.
So in a overview... customer dropped bike off at 4:30pm Saturday, and said bike was stole within a hr of drop off time. And once i said somethings funny and attorney up. the said bike was found within 2 hrs of that last statement.
[roll]
Tested a BMW 325i Sedan with SMG, K&N hi flo filter and headers ... guy don't race.. guy wants just to say 'I have this and have that..'
Came to shop stating that car had a missfire that didn't have last Saturday ... Misteriously during our long weekend a header showed up in the engine bay ... and with it this 'missfire' ...
I told guy after road test, you want heades, live with this 'missfire' ... He forgot to purchase something to tell ECU that more air is coming in and going out ...
Plus SMG is taking very loooooooooooooooooooooooooong to shift 1-2 3-4 ... I wonder ... ???
I only have additional $$$ [bang] [bang] horror [bang] [bang]$$$ stories to tell since our last SMG discussion.
Quote from: MadDuck on May 06, 2011, 05:08:01 PM
I only have additional $$$ [bang] [bang] horror [bang] [bang]$$$ stories to tell since our last SMG discussion.
that was my sarcasm ...
Quote from: MadDuck on May 06, 2011, 05:08:01 PM
I only have additional $$$ [bang] [bang] horror [bang] [bang]$$$ stories to tell since our last SMG discussion.
lol
Plus, the "SMG" that came on the standard 3 series was nothing like the transmission that came on the M cars.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 06, 2011, 07:12:24 PM
lol
Plus, the "SMG" that came on the standard 3 series was nothing like the transmission that came on the M cars.
but heard, read that both were the same type of matter that comes out an arses behind...
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 06, 2011, 12:14:52 PM
Yes. Since it's a project bike I get all the time I need. May need another bottle of Woodford (or two).
Any advice other than "don't"?
Have you done your own work changing belts on the twin cam before?
Replaced the battery on the 848 this morning. Most likely will be doing some clutch work on my old M900 in a couple of weeks.
Haven't done much of anything today except shop for car tires...and with this weather it doesn't look like I'll be doing any riding this weekend... [thumbsdown]
No kidding. I just took the bike out to get gas. Dodging raindrops all the way over to the Chevron on Piikoi and back. The Shell down the street on Ward has the pumps closed. Traffic TOTALLY SUCKED!!! The streets are near gridlock on almost any route you pick. It just blows me away that Jose wants to do Saturday rides. [bang]
Quote from: MadDuck on May 07, 2011, 03:53:46 PM
It just blows me away that Jose wants to do Saturday rides. [bang]
Has anyone actually discussed this with him?...as if the lack of participation, including his, isn't enough of a hint... ???
Hey BMW guys,
Need some help to help a customer.
He installed a K&N hi flo replacement filter and headers on his SMG equipped BMW 325i sedan; it seems he does some sort of straight line racing and someone told him that if he installed the headers the vehicle would be lighter and faster.
Well, he's now complaining that the vehicle has this 'missfire'; anything under 4k rpm the vehicle hesitates even while running at 40mph and 2500rpm ... There's no way we can adjust mixture since it's all done by the ECU. He says the vehicle DIDN'T have the 'missfire' before the header which this shop didn't install but he's blaming this shop for the missfire.
I did a full diagnosis on the vehicle utilizing BMW GT1 analizer and BOSCH'S KTS ... neither gives me access to adjust mixture.
What can we tell this customer. He doesn't understand that the mods he's made are not meant for city, read, bumper to bumper, traffic we have; plus his SMG is slipping between gear changes ...
You can pm me or email me or post here ... at work at times it blocks lotsa sites including DMF ..
Thanks in advance
this is just a guess...maybe he needs more fuel to go with the increased air flow that his K&N and headers are providing...
Managed to get a short ride in this afternoon, maybe my last before I go to the mainland for a bit...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 09, 2011, 07:05:30 PM
this is just a guess...maybe he needs more fuel to go with the increased air flow that his K&N and headers are providing...
that's what I told him ... thing is, we cannot 'adjust' the fuel delivery ...
Maybe Turner Motorsports has a chip or a flash that would do the trick...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 09, 2011, 07:06:52 PM
Managed to get a short ride in this afternoon, maybe my last before I go to the mainland for a bit...
When are you going and how long are you going to be away? Need anyone to keep the SF in a nice, safe, secure place?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 07, 2011, 04:09:15 PM
Has anyone actually discussed this with him?...as if the lack of participation, including his, isn't enough of a hint... ???
Sent Jose' an email tonight discussing just that. We'll see what happens.
Got the 848 home tonight dodging some rain. Nothing too wet. Of course when I went back into town to pick up the car it got nicer. [roll]
Quote from: MadDuck on May 09, 2011, 11:01:43 PM
When are you going and how long are you going to be away? Need anyone to keep the SF in a nice, safe, secure place?
Going to San Diego for my grand daughter's college graduation, be back on the 24th...hopefully the SF will be okay, thanks for the offer though.... ;D
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 10, 2011, 12:13:54 AM
Need a ride to the airport Gene? I gather I live just a couple blocks from you.
Thanks for your generous offer, but my other grand daughter is providing transportation for our 6:45 am flight...
Are you in Foster Village also?
Okay thanks...we should get together sometime, I'd like to see the matrix...
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 10, 2011, 01:07:47 AM
You can't see it. But you can ride it! [evil]. Look me up when you get back.
Sure... He extends the offer to the old guy.
;D
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 10, 2011, 01:07:47 AM
Look me up when you get back.
I'll do that... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 10, 2011, 12:38:08 AM
I live off Kaonohi St. near the Pearl Country Club. If anything changes let me know. I can drop you off on my way to work.
Gee, for some reason I thought you lived up around Turtle Bay / North Shore. Duh. When you get around to replacing the cam belts I'd like to help/watch, if that's OK.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 10, 2011, 03:08:50 AM
Sure... He extends the offer to the old guy.
;D
That's OK, the old guy ( read the oldest guy ) has ridden the 848 so he'll do fine. He doesn't really go for the riding position though. Actually I think this is a thinly veiled request to ride the Streetfighter to compare the three bikes. Sounds like something I'd plan out. ;D [laugh] ;D
Weekends. Do you have tools to turn the engine and lock it?
Looks like I'm going to miss out on this... :(...not that it would do anything for me as I won't be changing my own cam belts anytime soon...would be good to observe though...
Yesterday, rode the bicycle from downtown to lagoon drive and back to Ala Moana beach park after work. Follow by 3 miles of running, now my legs are tired. This is all in preparation for my first sprint triathlon for this sunday. tell me i am crazy.
Quote from: sta on May 11, 2011, 11:45:12 AM
Yesterday, rode the bicycle from downtown to lagoon drive and back to Ala Moana beach park after work. Follow by 3 miles of running, now my legs are tired. This is all in preparation for my first sprint triathlon for this sunday. tell me i am crazy.
You are crazy !!!
Quote from: sta on May 11, 2011, 11:45:12 AM
Yesterday, rode the bicycle from downtown to lagoon drive and back to Ala Moana beach park after work. Follow by 3 miles of running, now my legs are tired. This is all in preparation for my first sprint triathlon for this sunday. tell me i am crazy.
So you should be available for the pending two man Monthly Duc Ride on Saturday, right?... ;D
Just got an email from MotoWheels. Shorai batteries are now in stock.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 11, 2011, 03:14:45 PM
Saturday May 21? I'll have it stripped in advance. I have the turning tool. What is used to lock? Can I put it in gear & dog the rear brake? I've ordered the shop manual for it so I'll have all of the torque specs.
5-21 will work for me. We'll have to jury rig a lock. I'm thinking. It'd be good to lock the cams too. I'm thinking.
I should be able to make it by 9 am.
I'm going to miss all of the fun... :(
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 12, 2011, 12:18:17 AM
I'm going to miss all of the fun... :(
Going somewhere? I'm flying out to nashville for a conf that day. As for the pending 2 men duc ride this Saturday, I may just be available as long as we make a stop at ala moana for the race packet pick up. Sound like a normal monthly duc ride. ;D
Flew up to San Diego yesterday for my grand daughter's graduation...
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 11, 2011, 11:41:54 PM
Great! I truly appreciate the offer. I have three Utubes from CA Cycleworks that walk through the procedure and I should get the shop manual by early next week. I'll run through proceduere in advance regarding the lockdown. I'll send a PM next week with location. I get up early every day so I'll start right after coffee. Done before lunch.
Do you have a rear stand for those bikes?
Went to Moto Forsa in Escodido and checked out the latest MV F4 and 990 Brutale...first time I'd seen in an MV in person, beautiful, just beautiful... [drool]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 13, 2011, 08:51:43 PM
Yes, and a BBQ too!
I ran through the youtube videos again and the only thing I don't have is a 12mm wrench with a swivel socket on the back end. Looks kinda crucial because the vertical cylinder tensioner is quite close behind a frame connection. A deep offset box wrench would probably work as well. I'm headed down to pearlridge tonight so I'll drop in to sears and see what they have. Not enough clearance in there for a standard ratchet. At no time is there any need to lock down the engine or the valves. Some humbug with the intake valve on the vertical cylinder, but Chris puts it together by hand so we'll cross that bridge when we get there.
I have an extensive set of 3/8" drive metric everything-you-can-think-of, and another full set of metrics in 1/4, 3/8 & 1/2 inch drives. Two sets of combination wrenches and a couple of plus-size metrics owning a Ducati has mandated. I'm a torque fanatic when access to the fasteners allows so I have the wrenches for that as well. I have a tuning software for setting the belt tension, notepad and a digital camera to help with those "senior moments".
I'm doing this for fun. I like to do my own bike work. It's not about $$ or SS. Shaun & Will have always been great to me. I will probably only do this when I feel the need to change the belts based on age. If I need valve adjustments and a full service Will's the guy.
I watched those videos also. Good fun in a way. I think we'll do alright. Like you I'm not sure we need the same exact tools Chris uses. I ran through the factory manuals and they specify a crankshaft lockdown and two cam lock tools. Looks like we might be able to do without. I imagine lots of folks have done so. I've done 5 2 valve engine cam belt changes and they are a snap. The cams move too but there is a mark to line up that the twin cams don't have. While the 848 is under warranty I'll have Will do the the work like that so the warranty will stay in force.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 13, 2011, 11:20:36 PM
Went to Moto Forsa in Escodido and checked out the latest MV F4 and 990 Brutale...first time I'd seen in an MV in person, beautiful, just beautiful... [drool]
Uh uh. I'm gonna get you too. [evil]
That Brutale is a pretty comfy bike. On top of that, Laughn still says the one he had is the only bike he regrets selling.
Went for a short run up to Haleiwa with a friend I hadn't seen in about a year. Felt ok, but I didn't want to go any farther. I was distracted for a second by a really excessively painted Prowler as we were heading in to town - I looked forward just in time to see a guy on a bike waving (like big, overhead wave), but it was too late to see the guy or the bike very well. Was anyone up there around 1100?
Went to the FIM USGP at Glen Helen today and had a blast...
Went for a 5 hour ride with my daugther's boyfriend today, from San Diego to Potrero near the border and back...did about 165 miles in all, mostly on his '06 Gixxer 1k with a five mile or so run on his 10 year old Goldwing...ride consisted of a little more than one hour's freeway riding, 45 minutes for lunch and the rest on twisty/curvy canyon/valley roads...temp was in the 60s, best day of riding ever for me...wish we could do this at home... [moto]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 16, 2011, 03:41:24 PM
Went for a 5 hour ride with my daugther's boyfriend today, from San Diego to Potrero near the border and back...did about 165 miles in all, mostly on his '06 Gixxer 1k with a five mile or so run on his 10 year old Goldwing...ride consisted of a little more than one hour's freeway riding, 45 minutes for lunch and the rest on twisty/curvy canyon/valley roads...temp was in the 60s, best day of riding ever for me...wish we could do this at home... [moto]
You and me both. I have gotten to the point of not wanting to look out the window when flying in & out of SoCal, or NoCal for that matter. But I just can't help looking and dreaming.
Stopped by GP Cycles in San Diego this afternoon and oogled their badass collection of bikes, including F4s, 990 Butales, RSVs, Shivers, RC8s, SDs, 1198 SPs, etc...the Brutale was more comfy that my SF... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 20, 2011, 05:50:43 PM
...the Brutale was more comfy that my SF... ;D
DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT
[evil]
You know you want to. No really, you do
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 20, 2011, 06:55:36 PM
DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT
[evil]
You know you want to.
No really, y [evil]ou do
if there was dealer in Hawaii I'd be tempted...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 20, 2011, 06:55:36 PM
DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT DO IT
[evil]
You know you want to.
No really, you do
Troublemaker............STFU ;D
There's comfort and then there is rideability. All test rides report that the Brutale is a handfull.
Quote from: MadDuck on May 21, 2011, 12:03:18 AM
There's comfort and then there is rideability. All test rides report that the Brutale is a handfull.
Laughn always said that the Brutale was the only bike he ever regretted selling. That speaks volumes about it handles to me, as he always seemed to have a different bimbo on the back of it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 21, 2011, 04:07:35 AM
Laughn always said that the Brutale was the only bike he ever regretted selling. That speaks volumes about it handles to me, as he always seemed to have a different bimbo on the back of it.
Just sayin' that the early ones had even worse fueling issues than the Ducatis and even though they are smoother now they are still fire breathin' rip snorting machines. Reportedly even more so than the Streetfighter. Gene opted for smoother bottom end on his bike but passed on the available more powerful midrange & top end maps. They are indeed handsome bikes but you also have to like the I4 engine. Plus, who's going to work on them over here? Me? [evil] [evil]
Spent a portion of my morning getting a 998 cam belt change education with Mark. [thumbsup] [thumbsup] Very enlightening. Thanks M.
Quote from: MadDuck on May 21, 2011, 04:34:36 PM
Plus, who's going to work on them over here? Me? [evil] [evil]
Yep [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 20, 2011, 05:50:43 PM
Stopped by GP Cycles in San Diego this afternoon and oogled their badass collection of bikes, including F4s, 990 Butales, RSVs, Shivers, RC8s, SDs, 1198 SPs, etc...the Brutale was more comfy that my SF... ;D
I have a GP Cycles T-shirt. Probably as close as I'll get to any of those bikes. [laugh]
Quote from: MadDuck on May 21, 2011, 05:37:08 PM
I have a GP Cycles T-shirt. Probably as close as I'll get to any of those bikes. [laugh]
Picked up one of those in red, they were out of my size in black...and as much as I lust for an MV I'm happy with my SF... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 21, 2011, 05:21:10 PM
Thank you! [thumbsup]
Bike is back in one piece and the fires are lit. Spent a couple extra minutes adjusting the chain but I'm gearing up for a ride out now.
Is it possible those relays are for the fans? Might explain why I cooked out so fast in traffic.
The wiring diagram that I have for the '01 model shows a fan relay and the picture shows it as being part of that box of relays. Now it comes down to doing electrical testing. Are you good at that? You most definitely need those fans working and if I were you I wouldn't ride it until they are working reliably. Just sayin.......
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 21, 2011, 05:21:10 PM
Thank you! [thumbsup]
Bike is back in one piece and the fires are lit. Spent a couple extra minutes adjusting the chain but I'm gearing up for a ride out now.
Is it possible those relays are for the fans? Might explain why I cooked out so fast in traffic.
Wish I had been around for the belt change, I love being edumacated... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 21, 2011, 05:45:27 PM
Wish I had been around for the belt change, I love being edumacated... ;D
I think it's pretty safe to say that you'll get your chance.............
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 21, 2011, 07:40:20 PM
New relays and the rubber holder have been ordeed from Pro-Italia. The bike is still on the stand waiting for them. I actuallythink they're blinkers L&R.
The turn signal relay is a one relay deal and has a 3 prong connection. Don't know where it is actually located yet.
While you are at it here are some more goodies I highly recommend:
Sorry, you will have to cut & paste the whole address into an address bar otherwise the link will not work properly. These are the fans and the low temp switch I was telling you about. Worth every penny.
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Just heard that the offer I made for a town house, in old town Occoquan, was accepted. WOOHOO!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 22, 2011, 03:39:07 PM
Just heard that the offer I made for a town house, in old town Occoquan, was accepted. WOOHOO!!
You're buying a house here? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObjLb6ElTvs&feature=related#normal)?
That should make for some strange parties.
Here? Are you up here yet?
And yes, I sure am.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 22, 2011, 03:39:07 PM
Just heard that the offer I made for a town house, in old town Occoquan, was accepted. WOOHOO!!
[thumbsup] [thumbsup] Those Indian names are as bad, or worse, than Hawaiian names.
So does that put you nearer to or farther away from work & the other CAM folks?
It's about the same distance to work as the the place that I currently live is, just in the other direction. As far as the CAM thing goes; doesn't really matter. Everyone up here is spread out all over the place. There's even quite a few who live up near, and past Baltimore.
As far as the place goes: it's pretty neat. Occoquan is a small, "pre-revolutionary" town that is on the Occuquan River. The town itself only has about four main roads, and several alleys/lanes, but it's really cool all the same. The place I'm buying is on the hill top overlooking the town, and comes equipped with a brick/wooden walkway down the hillside, straight to the Belgian cafe.
[beer]
Does it come with a secure garage & a lawn?
Quote from: MadDuck on May 22, 2011, 07:50:14 PM
Does it come with a secure garage & a lawn?
And an MLS? Pics would be cool....
It has a shared lawn, but a park just down the street. And yes, it does have its own garage. Nothing huge mind you, but big enough to get both bikes, tools and all the fixings in. Poor VW will have to stay outside...
Oh yea, spent a little time on an 1125R yesterday. DAMN that thing handles like a pig!! Shame too, as the motor is strong as hell!
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 23, 2011, 03:47:47 AM
Oh yea, spent a little time on an 1125R yesterday. DAMN that thing handles like a pig!! Shame too, as the motor is strong as hell!
Did you have a paper bag over your head?
No, but I did have a smoked visor on.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 23, 2011, 03:47:47 AM
Oh yea, spent a little time on an 1125R yesterday. DAMN that thing handles like a pig!! Shame too, as the motor is strong as hell!
The Buell?...rode a friend's a year or so ago and thought it was lacking in the power department...
Did another 175 miles on the Gixxer 1K today, it's a fun bike with a very smooth power delivery...we were going to do Mount Palomar but it was rainy and cold, so we spent our time in the valleys, at point doing more than 50 consecutive miles of twisties... [moto]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 23, 2011, 04:48:53 PM
The Buell?...
Yea. Les' isn't stock though. He's done some intake and exhaust work, and remapped it to suite. Might have even slapped some high-comp pistons in it, I can't really remember...
Flew in from San Diego this afternoon where my wife and I attended my oldest grand daughter's college graduation...had two real fun days motobiking while I was there...a few pics...
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Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 24, 2011, 11:52:14 PM
Looks fun! You coming back?
Says he flew in today. [thumbsup]
Rode the SF today for the first time in two weeks... [moto]
Finally put together a proper brake fluid reservoir bracket on the 848 today. [thumbsup] And thanks to Gene for cool little snap punch tool. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on May 28, 2011, 09:51:37 PM
Finally put together a proper brake fluid reservoir bracket on the 848 today. [thumbsup] And thanks to Gene for cool little snap punch tool. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Was down at the shop as the final touches were made and the bracket installed...it looks stock... [thumbsup]
Got pics?
Snippet from today'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)
Helped my son install a pair of hotter cams into his E30M3...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 30, 2011, 08:17:16 PM
Helped my son install a pair of hotter cams into his E30M3...
Hmmm...sounds like a fun autocross car! [beer]
Quote from: freeflydive on May 31, 2011, 02:26:06 AM
Hmmm...sounds like a fun autocross car! [beer]
Yes it is!...
Did nothing of any consequence...
Quote from: Carbon 14 on June 01, 2011, 09:03:45 AM
Got new air filters & some heat shielding in for the matrix. Both to relace crumbly original foam parts. Jammed it together Friday night on a whim and put 100+ miles on during the weekend. I'm getting closer. Still goes hot quick if I slow down so cooling system is the high priority. Still waiting for the new relays, but that's not the problem. Aftermarket temp switch is backorder and may not be available, ever. When I get the time I'm gonna run it hot in the garage with the covers off so I can see what's going on with the fans. Just learned the fans are controlled by the ECU which makes little sense to me. Not hot = no fans, hot = fans. Who needs the ECU for that?
Which is exactly why I ended installing a manual override switch for the fans on my 999. If you unplug the fan temp switch, or unplug the fans, and start the engine does a Check Engine MIL light appear?
BTW, I would still recommend getting the high efficiency fan blades from Motowheels.
We'll talk more later........
Participated in Taxpayer-funded sillyness at work, quit my bank, got the bike legal again
Quote from: zzilla on June 01, 2011, 03:29:46 PM
Participated in Taxpayer-funded sillyness at work, quit my bank, got the bike legal again
So you're home?...if so, congrats!...hope to see you on a ride soon... ;D
Should be out on sunday's ride
ZZILLA
Man how can you stand this neighborhood. u see all the drama this week?
Anyway I just installed a Bazzaz Fi control with the 02 auto tune and the bar mounted switch to change maps on the fly. so I'm ichin to ride.
sense we live in the same neighbor hood u wanna get a ride going soon?
I have a newborn, and am busy at work at the moment, but if I have some time, I'd love to go out
I blame the National Training Center ;D
Quote from: Carbon 14 on June 01, 2011, 02:28:08 PM
Fan blades are on the way. Temp switch is iffy. I can see the value of the ECU in controlling fans if it limits the on/ off cycles. I'm thinking a parallel circuit with a NOTO delay relay to run the fans based soley on the temp switch without excessive cycling.
You can do that if you have a mind to. However I think that you could be making it more complicated than it needs to be.
Went down to SSD and purchased a 3 year extended warranty for the SF...it's been two years at the end of the month, how time flies when you're having fun...or getting old...
Congrats on the 'new purchase' OFP ... wished I had a dealer to turn to ...
Steady now. It's all about supply & demand. Plus the ability of fast shipping from Ducati. Some of that stuff just has about zero demand. Relays, for instance. We don't have the Ducati market base size here that exists in SoCal, Seattle & the East Coast. So I gave up getting my feathers ruffled a while ago. Now, oil filters, that's another story! [laugh] ;D [laugh]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on June 03, 2011, 08:57:40 AM
Be careful what you wish for. On my last four visits they did not have:
Battery
Dzuz Pin
Tank O-ring
Air Filters
Fuel Filter
Headlight Bulb
Relays
IDK what I'd do without internet vendors and auto parts stores.
My delaer right now is the interwebs ... no local one !!!
Quote from: MadDuck on June 03, 2011, 09:30:34 AM
Now, oil filters, that's another story! [laugh] ;D [laugh]
Purchase mine well in advance of anticipated use...thanks to you!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on June 03, 2011, 09:30:34 AM
Now, oil filters, that's another story! [laugh] ;D [laugh]
What? Has anyone gotten in a tizzy about oil filters?
I try to carry enough brake pads and oil filters to do an extra bike or two. fyi i keep them in stock at all times:)
I have ing. Relays too
Cleaned up my car this morning, went for a short ride this afternoon...feel much better...
Another good ride this morning.... and talked to Aaron Stevenson from Corner Speed Superbike school. it looks like we are gona have another more frequent opportunity for track days. (ill let u know more when I know more)
Quote from: canes on June 06, 2011, 07:21:16 PM
Another good ride this morning.... and talked to Aaron Stevenson from Corner Speed Superbike school. it looks like we are gona have another more frequent opportunity for track days. (ill let u know more when I know more)
Where at?
Ok more INFO 1st, this will not be a Mil-spec any thing . It will be open to EVERYONE (with either a valid DL/ML) or current road racing license, etc. I am in the final phase of putting this together. I have a big name local sponsor I have Aaron Stevens VERY interested in starting up this program here on island. (it looks like Aaron will be here staying with my wife and I sometime during the next month to six weeks.
(i am dealing with Aaron first as we alredy have a employer/employee relationship.) I usto help out with Aarons school whenever he would be at V.I.R.)
And in worst case I have Jamie James (of the JJR1) the raging cagin who now resides in my neighborhood in N.C. Who also runs a current Superbike school in the southeast. (i can always count on Jamie)
I do need help in one area. I NEED A LOCK ON A VENUE.
I will be taking volunteer request forms. (prefer to meet in person tho)
Thanks
Canes
808-754-9551
I think the military will be the best bet for a venue...the Stadium lower parking lot would be good, but it's doubtful that the Stadium Authority would go for it...
I just talked to the Transportation Safety Manager for the area (the same guy who helps run the Mil only track days) . And he has informed me that I should try Barbers Point sense there already use to with that sort of a routine.
(once agen Ill keep you all informed as things become available )
thanks for the thought Gene, Keep em coming!!! :)
you being the token "old guy" on the island I would think you would know all about that stuff. lol
We used to autocross on the ramp at Barbers Point, but the State gave us the boot for security reasons after 9/11...can't think of any other place on Barbers that would accomodate a Superbike school, lots of wide open spaces but no asphalt/concrete...:(
For any kind of foreseeable future I think anyone here interested in a real track school is going to have to pony up the bucks and go to a school held at a mainland track. We have no track here and it's very doubtful that we will ever get on due to NIMBY and the lack of enough serious money to actually build it. Our old track SUCKED and was actually flat out dangerous for motorbike racing.
Two wheels at the Stadium is out of the question also. The barely paved surface of the parking lot is in no way safe for motorcycles at speed. Plus the corners would be marked by CONES which become their own safety hazard. Hit a cone with a car, no problemo. Hit one with a bike and that's a whole different issue.
Use idle or abandoned military aircraft parking ramps and taxiways? You can if you want to. You will have to deal with all the loose gravel, big tar strips, and grass growing everywhere. The military allowed the limited schools to run essentially for one purpose only. It wasn't to school riders in the fine art of racing. It was, officially, if I am correct, an effort to teach the riders better skills to make them safer on the roads. It was, is, an approach to reducing the relatively high number of accidents and fatalities that military riders tend to be involved in. ( Military folk that have attended these schools correct me if I'm wrong anywhere here. ) The military has no altruistic feelings or interest for the civilian riding population and as such is not likely to expose the government to any increased liability by allowing civilians to race around on it's property under a government sponsored program. Hell, it's tough enough just getting on post to go play golf!
My two cents. Happy post #3000.
And when is all this crappy rainy weather going to go away? ? ?
Quote from: Carbon 14 on June 08, 2011, 10:50:37 AM
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And when is all this crappy rainy weather going to go away? ? ?
Shortly after Al Gore becomes president.
/quote]
didnt his dad invent the interweb? ;)
Quote from: Carbon 14 on June 11, 2011, 08:40:54 AM
Got the fan blades and the switch this week. The fan blades were about 2" larger diameter than stock so no go there but I did get the switch in. Interesting system, the fans are always powered and the ECU switches the ground? New switch is just a parallel grounding switch. It works fine and due to the setup the fans still run if the bike is shut down hot.
Thanks Mac!
You're most welcome. ECU's since the early 80's are basically the intelligent ground for the systems. That way they can remain small and don't have deal with power supply and loads incurred. Early ECU's were huge by comparison and had lots of heat sinks built in. Failed often too.
The larger fans would still be good to install.
Faster is gooder!
Changed oil and air filter on the bike. Tank swell torment me.
Quote from: zzilla on June 11, 2011, 10:58:29 PM
Changed oil and air filter on the bike. Tank swell torment me.
You have a plastic tank?? Didn't know that.....
All of the S2Rs did, right?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 12, 2011, 12:43:38 AM
All of the S2Rs did, right?
I guess so. I'll have a yellow steel replacement tank for sale real soon. Really soon as I may have to cockroach the ignition coils off of the yellow bike to make Tori's bike work properly again.
Get this......
I was sitting in the garage this early evening when two bikes passed through Norfolk. The first one was a high strung I4 running at a high pace with a slower bike following. Now I was working on my second beer and enjoying a cigar. The I4 was super crisp and hooked up. There I was thinking to myself "OK, have fun, sounds good."
Then the I4 made a second return pass. OK, been there done that..... No second bike....
Third pass for the 4 and getting faster......... Oh boy.......
Forth pass and really hooked up..... now I appreciate a good tuned bike being well ridden but this was starting to push my buttons ...... the rider was on race pace and strafing the neighborhood ....... that was starting to reflect badly on me because everyone around here assumes I know all of these folks and I get the third degree about these riders ......
So I grabbed my cigar, hiked up to road and waited ....... if it's all done I'm good but......
Sure enough, after a short bit, here comes the fifth pass ...... I can hear the high revs climb and fall through the road but this is over the limit and I stood in the road to flag the rider.
Got them stopped, even reached over the fairing and shut the engine off, and had a lively discussion about fun & respect on the road and for the people who live around here and about the big picture for all of us who love to ride fast and protecting the road so that we can ride fast without incurring the wrath of the residents and the police.
A few passes can piss some people off but the neighbors can understand and will look the other way. Repeated runs is another thing. My point of view is that continued abuse will kill the fun for all of us who like to run Norfolk, 13 Turns and Tantalus among other roads. I won't go into all the details but it was lively and in the end we shook hands. [thumbsup] I don't think either one of us expected that exchange and both of us will likely remember it for a long time. Whether or not it will have any lasting effect is unknown. I was told I reminded them of their father because the father drank beer, rode bikes and smoked cigars and that what I was saying was exactly what their Dad would say.........
I told the rider that I loved the bike and the way it sounded but..........
It might not have been the most PC thing to do but it felt like the right thing to do. Is there even a question of who's the bigger dick? I dunno.... There's driveways, kids and dogs possibly involved. What's done is done.
Can't say I feel there is anything out of line with what you did. At least not from what is written. If nothing else, it might have brought a concern to someone's attention who had otherwise been unaware. And with that in mind, I say good on ya. It's better of this way than some angry resident placing a lot of ball bearings out in the road.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 12, 2011, 01:35:09 AM
Can't say I feel there is anything out of line with what you did. At least not from what is written. If nothing else, it might have brought a concern to someone's attention who had otherwise been unaware. And with that in mind, I say good on ya. It's better of this way than some angry resident placing a lot of ball bearings out in the road.
+several. Sounds like the best possible choice for the situation.
Took the SF in today for a safety check and new rear tire, asked Will to check out the strong odor of fuel that's been emanating from the bike as of late...seems as if my two month old tank is defective, new one on order...thanks Will...
On the way home had a cop working special duty at a road repair site flashed me a shaka while mouthing the words "nice Ducati".... ;D
Should have given him the one-wheeled salute as a response.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/1759773_f520.jpg)
[evil]
That would have been cool, but his partner halfway down the block may have frowned upon that type of behavior...
Hope the gas leak isn't too bad. I thought I smelled it yesterday while leaving ssd, but I didn't think much if it. After all, we must all like the smell of gas and exhaust from a duc
Will checked all of the tank & fuel line fittings and is not exactly sure where the fumes are coming from, but the tank is visibly expanding and the radiator filler neck bracket is gouging the tank...the smell is not as noticible today, but that may be because it is nearly empty...
How different is that tank from a SBK's?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 13, 2011, 05:00:20 PM
How different is that tank from a SBK's?
Different enough where the SBK tank won't fit...
Hmmm...
Just asking because of this:
http://www.eti-fuelcel.com/1098STD.html (http://www.eti-fuelcel.com/1098STD.html)
I could have the new tank coated, but if that tank expands will it be covered under warranty...plus, I would be out of pocket for the coating, shipping, etc...now if Ducati was smart they would supply me with a nice aluminum one...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 13, 2011, 06:12:06 PM
I could have the new tank coated, but if that tank expands will it be covered under warranty...plus, I would be out of pocket for the coating, shipping, etc...now if Ducati was smart they would supply me with a nice aluminum one...
+1
still not sure how replacing 2 or 3 plastic tanks instead of just giving 1 aluminum tank the first time the it happens on a bike is a good business decision.
I'd be willing to bet Ducati (and Aprilia, KTM and now MV) are sticking those costs to Acerbis, and not swallowing it themselves.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 13, 2011, 06:12:06 PM
I could have the new tank coated, but if that tank expands will it be covered under warranty...plus, I would be out of pocket for the coating, shipping, etc...now if Ducati was smart they would supply me with a nice aluminum one...
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 13, 2011, 06:41:23 PM
+1
still not sure how replacing 2 or 3 plastic tanks instead of just giving 1 aluminum tank the first time the it happens on a bike is a good business decision.
Or regular metal for us Monster owners ...
another plus on metal tanks for Monsters would be larger capacity and maybe the same weight ... ca-cycleworks tanks are OK if you want to change the looks of the bike, but, I do like the shape of the OEM tank ...
Gene,
You might like this,
http://www.ansa.it/motori/notizie/rubriche/prove/2011/06/13/visualizza_new.html_818335431.html (http://www.ansa.it/motori/notizie/rubriche/prove/2011/06/13/visualizza_new.html_818335431.html)
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 14, 2011, 06:58:06 AM
Gene,
You might like this,
http://www.ansa.it/motori/notizie/rubriche/prove/2011/06/13/visualizza_new.html_818335431.html (http://www.ansa.it/motori/notizie/rubriche/prove/2011/06/13/visualizza_new.html_818335431.html)
Pretty mean looking...
I knew you were gonna like it ...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 13, 2011, 04:28:48 PM
Will checked all of the tank & fuel line fittings and is not exactly sure where the fumes are coming from, but the tank is visibly expanding and the radiator filler neck bracket is gouging the tank...the smell is not as noticible today, but that may be because it is nearly empty...
Filled the tank this morning and went for a ride to put some miles on the new rear tire before Sunday...the bike has been sitting for a couple of hours now and you can smell gas if you get right down on the tank, seems to be coming from around the filler...not even close to what is has been though, when you could smell gas if you were within 5 feet of the bike...
Made Garlic Teriyaki Shrimp Fried Rice from scratch for me and the family. Tried to start the little guy on solid foods day before yesterday, he's not ready yet. :-[ He can drink out of a sippy cup by himself and a regular glass with assistance. Not bad for 6 months old. ;D
Quote from: zzilla on June 14, 2011, 08:57:49 PM
Made Garlic Teriyaki Shrimp Fried Rice from scratch for me and the family. Tried to start the little guy on solid foods day before yesterday, he's not ready yet. :-[ He can drink out of a sippy cup by himself and a regular glass with assistance. Not bad for 6 months old. ;D
Cool, he'll be ready to ride in a couple more months... ;)
found out im going to be a daddy, the GF 10 weeks along. i also realized that kentucky is sucking more and more. and am going to start driving across country in the next week.
You've got lots of fun stuff ahead of you. In both the short and the long run. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on June 14, 2011, 11:23:04 PM
You've got lots of fun stuff ahead of you. In both the short and the long run. [thumbsup]
+1
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 14, 2011, 10:16:50 PM
found out im going to be a daddy, the GF 10 weeks along. i also realized that kentucky is sucking more and more. and am going to start driving across country in the next week.
Congrats on Kentucky. My condolences on the woman being preggers.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on June 14, 2011, 10:16:50 PM
found out im going to be a daddy, the GF 10 weeks along. i also realized that kentucky is sucking more and more. and am going to start driving across country in the next week.
sorry for being so nosy, but i thought u guys broke up?? but that's from facebook, so maybe confused. ppl break up all the time on it.
It was the break up sex that got her pregnant...
[cheeky]
Quote from: whackie on June 15, 2011, 05:10:16 PM
sorry for being so nosy, but i thought u guys broke up?? but that's from facebook, so maybe confused. ppl break up all the time on it.
We did actually, figured it would be easier then trying to maintain a long distance relationship while I'm in the mainland. Thay just shows what I know.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 15, 2011, 05:11:31 PM
It was the break up sex that got her pregnant...
[cheeky]
That damn "one more try for old times sake" is a pregnant dog. But in all honesty I couldnt be happier...that is once I get home.
well, i'm happy ur happy. good to know u guys are mature about stuff like that, you'll be good parents. [thumbsup]
Went down to the shop where Rick assisted in a clutch bleed for Jing, rear brake bleed and chain alignment check for me, and a clutch pack clean up for Frederick...thanks Rick!
p.s. what was up with the beemer?
No worries you guys. Frederick knows how. Got a six pack of North Coast Old Stock and a six pack of Old Rasmussen for my efforts. [thumbsup]
R1100S ----- low oil pressure light wouldn't go out. [thumbsdown] [bang]
I'll get that sorted later.
Dropped my car off at the BMW dealership to get the car leak tested, circuit checked and replaced the fried amp. Luckily, the body shop owned up to the mistake and took care of all costs...otherwise, it would have pushed my termi purchase to another time!
I wish I was able to meet up w/ Rick and the crew to watch and learn as they worked on the bikes.
Quote from: freeflydive on June 18, 2011, 10:05:07 PM
I wish I was able to meet up w/ Rick and the crew to watch and learn as they worked on the bikes.
Rick and Bosski would probably be happy to work on your car as well. Just saying...
Quote from: freeflydive on June 18, 2011, 10:05:07 PM
Dropped my car off at the BMW dealership to get the car leak tested, circuit checked and replaced the fried amp. Luckily, the body shop owned up to the mistake and took care of all costs...otherwise, it would have pushed my termi purchase to another time!
I wish I was able to meet up w/ Rick and the crew to watch and learn as they worked on the bikes.
You could have walked over from BMW. Would have only taken you about 3 to 5 minutes. ;)
HA...
Quote from: MadDuck on June 19, 2011, 04:04:21 PM
You could have walked over from BMW. Would have only taken you about 3 to 5 minutes. ;)
I need to stop by your shop sometime...hell, I need to become familiar w/ the island as a whole. I've been off island majority of the short time I've been living here!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 19, 2011, 04:09:12 AM
Rick and Bosski would probably be happy to work on your car as well. Just saying...
I don't normally take my cars to dealerships...but my 335i is still covered for warranty work and maintenance until 2013. Besides, the body-shop had to replace my fried amp since they flooded the trunk...they accidentally parked the car outside, with the taillight removed, during the torrential rain we had a few weeks ago. No harm, no foul ... the shop stood by their work and had the issues fixed. I feel bad, for the shop owner, since the fix cost double the amount they charged for the bodywork.
sounds a little hot for that bike
I'll say that wrapping the header is probably isn't the most efficient way. Rick and I wrapped the Daytona's exhaust from the mid-pipe back, and the effects were marginal at best. I'm think you'd be better off getting the exhaust ceramic coated, both inside and out, to get any real reduction. Has anyone started ceramic coating down there? Brian maybe?
When I had the 999 I wrapped the pipes from the exhaust headers all the way to the muffler can. There was a slight improvement regarding comfort or relief from the heat on the legs but no effect on the engine cooling. That does sound too warm for that bike. Is that 250* with the fans running? The highest I ever saw on the 999 was around 227* when I first got it and I went right to work on the manual switching after that. With the fans running and sitting in traffic I think I could keep it around 205*.
Did what I could of the 15k miles/24 mos scheduled maintenance on the SF today...changed the oil & filter, bled the clutch & brakes, cleaned & lubed the chain, and changed the air filter...leaving the easy stuff (cam belts & valves) for Will on Thursday... ;D
test cap pressure
and see you soon gene
and i just got pipes coated at hi tech on island, not as nice as jethot, but i did it more for corrosion.
Quote from: freeflydive on June 18, 2011, 10:05:07 PM
Dropped my car off at the BMW dealership to get the car leak tested, circuit checked and replaced the fried amp. Luckily, the body shop owned up to the mistake and took care of all costs...otherwise, it would have pushed my termi purchase to another time!
I wish I was able to meet up w/ Rick and the crew to watch and learn as they worked on the bikes.
I thought you already bought the Termi's. If not here's something to consider, and I'm every bit as guilty as anyone else when it comes to exhaust.
As beautiful as the cans are and as good as they sound I think the absolute #1 best mod you could make to your bike would be to get a TTX rear shock sprung for your riding weight. Putting a proper shock on the back of my bike resulted in the most amazing improvement in the way the bike handled and gripped the road. You wouldn't even have to redo the front forks to see major benefits, although a proper spring and valving would help too.
I wouldn't blame you a bit for doing the exhaust first. Every time I see and hear the new style cans I lust for them so I totally understand. It's just that the rear shock change is HUGE!
Quote from: MadDuck on June 21, 2011, 09:39:51 AM
I thought you already bought the Termi's. If not here's something to consider, and I'm every bit as guilty as anyone else when it comes to exhaust.
SSC ordered the termis for me...so, they are somewhere btwn here and Italy! I would have cried if I had to flip the $2800 bill to fix my car (since I didn't cause it).
I had the bike's suspension adjusted by Will, but I think the back is a tad firm for the roads in Hawaii (especially when they dip at highway speeds). I wasn't able to sit on the bike in the bay, so he adjusted it to someone close to my weight...but regardless, it rides much better than it did before.
There is a HUGE difference between adjusted and truly set up/dialed in. Not taking anything away from Will, but you would be surprised with the difference between a high-zoot Swedish shock and the Showa piece that comes on your bike. That being said, I do believe the 10/1198s have always come with slightly more realistic spring rates than the 848s did.
Not too exciting but a Sato throttle (70 degrees of rotation) tube should come in today. I've never installed one but it doesn't look too difficult.
Quote from: MGWS on June 21, 2011, 12:50:31 PM
Not too exciting but a Sato throttle (70 degrees of rotation) tube should come in today. I've never installed one but it doesn't look too difficult.
Be sure to let us know how that turns out! [thumbsup]
Ordered a pair of Sidi Cobras today...
http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/boots/racing_boots/sidi/cobra_motorcycle_boots.html (http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/boots/racing_boots/sidi/cobra_motorcycle_boots.html)
Quote from: Carbon 14 on June 20, 2011, 05:09:01 PM
Yep, 250* with the fans on. Fans kick in between 200* & 210* but if I'm in crawling light to light traffic the temp just keeps creeping up. Not pushing it so I'll shut it down if I can't get in clean air but haven't had to do that yet.
I know the water pump is working but guess I'll have to pull it apart for a look see.
When you have the pump cover off then you could install one of these. One is going on my bike someday just because............
http://www.speedymoto.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=WPC (http://www.speedymoto.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Category_Code=WPC)
I still say we have to figure out a way to install the larger fan(s)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 21, 2011, 08:48:56 PM
Ordered a pair of Sidi Cobras today...
http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/boots/racing_boots/sidi/cobra_motorcycle_boots.html (http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/boots/racing_boots/sidi/cobra_motorcycle_boots.html)
Nice! I ordered mine last week (in black) ... I'm hoping they get here by Friday. SSC referred me to Montgomery cycles since they couldn't order them. I needed something, with better protection, to replace my 15 y/o Doc Martins!
[beer]
No, of course I don't believe that hype. Just like I don't believe in the claims of Water Wetter but I tried it anyway in the 999. YMMV. So, yeah, it's not high on the list. It is truly about the efficiency of the radiator. So it comes back to fans and/or a better radiator, something.
Sitting in a conference, drooling over my laptop! Thanks to Gene, I re-signed up to a BMW forum...now I'm thinking about re-installing my JB3!!! The itch begins again...
Dropped the SF off at SSD this morning for the 15k mile service...Will had his HyperM Evo SP up and running and out for a test ride, that bike is nasty... [thumbsup]
Flat white M696 on the showroom floor...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 21, 2011, 08:48:56 PM
Ordered a pair of Sidi Cobras today...
http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/boots/racing_boots/sidi/cobra_motorcycle_boots.html (http://www.motorcyclegear.com/street/boots/racing_boots/sidi/cobra_motorcycle_boots.html)
I went to pick up my Cobras today, but the 44s were a bit tight w/ my boot socks. Luckily the shop offered me a great price for the Vertigo Air in size 45...I guess I'll be carrying a pair of extra socks in case I get stuck in the rain!
[Dolph]
Ride faster. They'll dry out.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 24, 2011, 12:26:10 AM
Ride faster. They'll dry out.
Rick is trying to work w/ me to help me ride faster...he has a lot of work ahead of him!
He won't steer you wrong. He's been riding those roads for a while, and will give you good advice.
( blush )
Ah, gee thanks guys
Picked up the SF from SSD this morning and went for a spin... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 24, 2011, 03:06:10 PM
Picked up the SF from SSD this morning and went for a spin... [thumbsup]
Did you get dizzy?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 24, 2011, 03:06:10 PM
Picked up the SF from SSD this morning and went for a spin... [thumbsup]
That was a nice quick turn-around. Did you get the gas tank/smell issue resolved?
Cheers,
Majdi
Quote from: freeflydive on June 24, 2011, 04:39:01 PM
That was a nice quick turn-around. Did you get the gas tank/smell issue resolved?
Cheers,
Majdi
Appears to be the seal around the cap, Will is working on a solution...a new cap necessitates a new key... :(
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 24, 2011, 04:44:56 PM
a new cap necessitates a new key... :(
Which necessitates a new red key, and dash, no?
Screw that! Just get a billet quick turn cap.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 24, 2011, 04:44:56 PM
Appears to be the seal around the cap, Will is working on a solution...a new cap necessitates a new key... :(
Here I go again ---- [roll] [roll]
The seal isn't a separate part from the cap? ( I will check that out )
Why a new cap??
If the cap were leaking wouldn't you see the spill all over the top of the tank?
How would a bad cap cause a gas stench in the air filter?
Please forgive me if I'm ruffling any feathers.........
And the new bikes don't have Red keys ------ thank goodness!
cap comes complete, not separate parts. but feel free to check it out.
not putting any pressure on lip of tank when shut
no, there is a drain built into the cap
gas leaking by, draining down tube, getting on motor
there also is a hairline crack on one part of the cap.
Ah so desu ca (sp?) makes sense
Warranty, no?
Quote from: MadDuck on June 25, 2011, 12:23:47 AM
Ah so desu ca (sp?) makes sense
Warranty, no?
Ah so desu ka?...
Can't speak for the Streetfighter but for the 848 the cap doesn't even come separately from the fuel tank. Checked out 114 pages and no separate listing for the cap or seal. Totally strange and it could be the effect of three beers but I've made five complete sweeps of all 114 pages of parts & listings for the SBK. No separate cap or seal.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 25, 2011, 12:54:28 AM
Ah so desu ka?...
Well, I noted the spelling might be off but it is as close as I can remember from Japanese language lessons for something like " yes, that is so, isn't it "
you can get the cap separate for the 848.
que?
was?
Quote from: Carbon 14 on June 25, 2011, 07:35:29 AM
Is that why they burst into flames before they go through the bug screen on a Lear Jet?
I guess I'd better watch my altitude when flying on the SF, no?... :o
Quote from: WillS on June 25, 2011, 02:22:25 AM
you can get the cap separate for the 848.
OK. After two separate searches this morning, and completely sober, (as opposed to last night [roll]) -- I think I found the picture. If it's what I think it is, it shows up as a "Locks Kit", pictured in a bag like thing along with the ignition switch tumbler. Pesky parts catalog people. [laugh]
This searching stuff can drive you nuts. I have to do this constantly every day at work. Where the F is that thing? ? Maybe that's what makes me like I am.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 25, 2011, 12:42:50 PM
Maybe that's what makes me like I am.
and how is that?... ;)
Changed the oil on the '02 R1100S. The filter will come soon when I get the filter tool. Replaced the rear brake pads and the oil level sight glass. What a pain!! Got closer to figuring out the central locking problem on the 240D, which means I eliminated certain problem areas but there is still more to go.........
Quote from: MadDuck on June 26, 2011, 12:35:26 AM
Changed the oil on the '02 R1100S. The filter will come soon when I get the filter tool. Replaced the rear brake pads and the oil level sight glass. What a pain!! Got closer to figuring out the central locking problem on the 240D, which means I eliminated certain problem areas but there is still more to go.........
How are the vacumm hoses and reservoirs and pump?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 26, 2011, 04:51:47 AM
How are the vacumm hoses and reservoirs and pump?
Vacuum pump is good. So are the servos in both rear doors, the trunk & fuel flap door. I thought I found it in the rear right where there was a vacuum hose barely holding onto the servo. Fixed that and tested the servo. It's in the front right door or the vacuum line connections somewhere. Leak is in the unlocked circuit. The engine still shuts off so that's good. That project gets put on the calender for next week.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 26, 2011, 08:52:26 AM
Vacuum pump is good. So are the servos in both rear doors, the trunk & fuel flap door. I thought I found it in the rear right where there was a vacuum hose barely holding onto the servo. Fixed that and tested the servo. It's in the front right door or the vacuum line connections somewhere. Leak is in the unlocked circuit. The engine still shuts off so that's good. That project gets put on the calender for next week.
Forgot to askm is it a W123?
If so, I might, read carefully, might have a repair manual and if so, could scan vacuum systems's and email ... as said, not sure if I still have said manual ... OEM from MB ...
Many times those vacuum hoses "look" OK but if you spray 'em with some soapy water, as you know, it is possible that it could be cracked ... just and idea for next week !!!
Enjoy the rest of your Sunday ...
Appreciate the tip. Yep. It's a 123. been working on them since '79. [thumbsup] IMO it's one of the best cars ever built.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 26, 2011, 06:04:19 PM
Appreciate the tip. Yep. It's a 123. been working on them since '79. [thumbsup] IMO it's one of the best cars ever built.
Do share your opinion ... I did my apprenticeship in MB Sindelfingen ...
Up to now, haven't founded the manual, I'm still looking ... many boxes to look thru ...
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 27, 2011, 05:48:55 AM
Do share your opinion ... I did my apprenticeship in MB Sindelfingen ...
Up to now, haven't founded the manual, I'm still looking ... many boxes to look thru ...
No worries. I have the shop manual on DVD. I don't think I'll need a manual or the DVD to sort this out. The central locking system is tatooed on my internal hard drive.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 27, 2011, 09:31:22 AM
No worries. I have the shop manual on DVD. I don't think I'll need a manual or the DVD to sort this out. The central locking system is tatooed on my internal hard drive.
OH, OK ... then ... you on your own ... jajajaja joking ....
This sounds like a cracked hose somewhere in the Rh side ...either the plastic ones or the rubber links ...
Went for a 5 mile run, installed the sato fork/axle sliders and ordered the Kyle Ducati Throttle Tube through Josh @ SSC. The Termi slips should arrive this week...can't wait to get them on!
[drink] [Dolph] (not in that order)
Quote from: freeflydive on June 27, 2011, 10:34:13 PM
ordered the Kyle Ducati Throttle Tube
Let us know how that works out...
Why did you het the throttle tube?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2011, 02:20:32 AM
Why did you get the throttle tube?
I'm trying to smooth out the bottom end a bit and tighten up the slack...I figured I would try it, along with the termi/DP ECU. The Dan Kyle throttle tube seems to have good reviews/feedback.
I spoke with Rick about it this wkend...like him, I don't expect miracles from aftermarket gadgets, but hoping it will provide that incremental improvement. With that said, I need to attend a track day/school on the mainland and become a better rider...or in Rick's words "pilot." I can never get my DC/VA trips lined up w/ Keith Code's schedule at the VIR.
This might sound a bit pedestrian, but have you checked to make sure your throttle cables are adjusted correctly?
And just so you know, VIR is a pretty good ways from the DC metro area. You'd be better off going to NJ Motorsports Park instead.
I'll be getting a G2 throttle tammer for my M620 ... let's see if this takes care of the "on/off' responce of the Ducati throttle ... I just want to be able to be a bit smoother of turns and somehow not have my jewels as necktie every time I come 'hot'[for me] of a turn ...
I think it's funny that people are complaining about that on current Ducatis. You should go ride a newer KTM.
I'm not complaining ... just saying, Ducatis have this /on/off' throttle that it's hard to 'tame' ...
To be honest, last KTM I rode was a Duke 640 and saw I couldn't own one unless I got legs transplants ...
Worked on my pain therapy...H3, 13 turns, Norfolk, the Pali, etc... [Dolph]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 28, 2011, 08:53:55 PM
Worked on my pain therapy...H3, 13 turns, Norfolk, the Pali, etc... [Dolph]
I know therapy can be drawn out and painful, but stick to it...just remember, there's always a fast sweeper at the end of the tunnel!
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2011, 03:41:42 PM
I think it's funny that people are complaining about that on current Ducatis. You should go ride a newer KTM.
can you say
light switch... :o
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2011, 03:41:42 PM
I think it's funny that people are complaining about that on current Ducatis. You should go ride a newer KTM.
I'm not complaining. However, I do think for the price point the Ducati is at, it unfortunately has a lot of room for improvement (then again, so do my riding skills). Like many out there, I want to mod the bike to my liking and making it mine...no different from the desire to remove the functioning exhaust cans and overpaying for a set of the new CF termis [drool]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2011, 01:44:41 PMVIR is a pretty good ways from the DC metro area. You'd be better off going to NJ Motorsports Park instead.
I'm familiar w/ the drive to the VIR...I'm from NOVA (F'burg) & NW DC. Although, I do like the idea of driving to Thunderbolt sometime. [Dolph]
I guess my point on the throttle deal is this: The reason the bikes (almost all current large V-twins) run the way they do (lean and "stumbly") at low rpm is that they are programmed to run very lean at low engine speed to meet emission standards. You'll notice the largest benefit simply by re-mapping the bike to a more suitable fuel curve than you will anything else. Luckily for you, you'll be getting the ecu to go along with the exhaust.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 29, 2011, 03:08:48 AM
I guess my point on the throttle deal is this: The reason the bikes (almost all current large V-twins) run the way they do (lean and "stumbly") at low rpm is that they are programmed to run very lean at low engine speed to meet emission standards. You'll notice the largest benefit simply by re-mapping the bike to a more suitable fuel curve than you will anything else. Luckily for you, you'll be getting the ecu to go along with the exhaust.
That plus the basic design of the v twin engine crank layout vs the inline fours. It is really difficult, at best, to get smooth low end acceleration out of the twins that Ducati, Aprilia & KTM build. We talked at length about all of that last Sunday over coffee while waiting for a hole in the rain. [coffee]
Went on a movie date to see Transformer 3...great movie; it was worthwhile watching.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 29, 2011, 09:38:40 AM
That plus the basic design of the v twin engine crank layout vs the inline fours. It is really difficult, at best, to get smooth low end acceleration out of the twins that Ducati, Aprilia & KTM build. We talked at length about all of that last Sunday over coffee while waiting for a hole in the rain. [coffee]
i'm getting flash backs of the experience rider course, when they told us to keep it under 10 or 20 mph.
Quote from: freeflydive on June 30, 2011, 02:05:31 AM
Went on a movie date to see Transformer 3...great movie; it was worthwhile watching.
awesome, i was waiting to hear about that movie. anyone happen to see green lantern, hearing mixed reviews on it.
Quote from: whackie on June 30, 2011, 02:44:02 AM
i'm getting flash backs of the experience rider course, when they told us to keep it under 10 or 20 mph.
[laugh]
That's pretty funny. They said the same thing when I went through that on the KTM. The instructor asked why I laughed; I tossed him the key and said "you try it".
Quote from: whackie on June 30, 2011, 02:44:02 AM
i'm getting flash backs of the experience rider course, when they told us to keep it under 10 or 20 mph.
And they wanted you to shift into second gear doing that. [roll] Ho Ho Ho. I think after one or two stabs at that I just left it in first. Must have pissed of the instructor.
To this very day I'll be in traffic in 1st gear and look down to see a happy 30 mph and laugh at those folks.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 30, 2011, 09:15:22 AM
And they wanted you to shift into second gear doing that.
Yeah, what a joke!... [roll]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 30, 2011, 11:17:35 AM
Yeah, what a joke!... [roll]
Sadly, even though the classes are still decent, they replaced hardcore knowledge and experience with step-by-step book instruction a few years ago, and they just aren't the same.
Today: won second place in our "Top Chef" competition at work with my Cuban sandwiches. Apparently we lost because the Mexico table was wearing colorful blankets and fake mustaches.
S.S. just ordered a new tank due to expansion and a few bubbles. I thought I was getting my Sato throttle tube but it's been over 2 weeks since i got my shipping invoice. I emailed Dan Kyle today so hopefully I'll find out tomorrow.
Went Go-Karting in Kapolei and came second behind MGWS. [bow_down] I got a medium sized red box of goodies sitting next to me...can't wait to get the termi's installed. I may try to make a JV attempt to instal them tomorrow (Friday), in hopes of Will being able to reset the TPS on Saturday.
Doing the Termi dance... [Dolph]
Quote from: whackie on June 30, 2011, 02:44:02 AM
awesome, i was waiting to hear about that movie.
It was great, very detailed with amazing computer graphics and impressive 3D. Unfortunately the chic's character didn't fit in very well...and she seemed to constantly have a Blue Steel look on her face...kept reminding me of a female version of Zoolander!
Did you get the full system or the slip-ons?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2011, 03:43:33 AM
Did you get the full system or the slip-ons?
Just the slips...I couldn't justify spending the money for the full system.
just got to PA, and am missing my 848 more then my gf right now... Some of theses roads are just insanely beautiful. Id even be happy on a 696.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 01, 2011, 11:18:20 AM
just got to PA, and am missing my 848 more then my gf right now... Some of theses roads are just insanely beautiful. Id even be happy on a 696.
Business or vacation?...
When I was in KY that was business ohio and PA is all vacation with my dad.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 01, 2011, 11:36:41 AM
When I was in KY that was business ohio and PA is all vacation with my dad.
Vacation with your dad is always cool... ;D
took wifey to get a dress for the ball, she's out shopping for more stuff for the kid. How many outfits does a 6 month old baby need? The world may never know.
Quote from: zzilla on July 01, 2011, 06:01:45 PM
took wifey to get a dress for the ball, she's out shopping for more stuff for the kid. How many outfits does a 6 month old baby need? The world may never know.
One. A burlap sack. Arm/leg holes are optional.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 01, 2011, 06:02:55 PM
One. A burlap sack. Arm/leg holes are optional.
[thumbsup]
Figured out how to set the shop tool auxiliary stand into the Boxer Cup frame. Now we can change oil & tires. Motorcycle stands up the wazoo now.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 01, 2011, 10:48:40 PM
Figured out how to set the shop tool auxiliary stand into the Boxer Cup frame. Now we can change oil & tires. Motorcycle stands up the wazoo now.
Can't have too many motorbike stands... ;D
Played corner marshall this morning & swept gravel from one corner. There's other spots on the road that look interesting but I wasn't going to hike up & down the road all day.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 02, 2011, 01:13:16 PM
Played corner marshall this morning & swept gravel from one corner. There's other spots on the road that look interesting but I wasn't going to hike up & down the road all day.
Thanks for cleaning up our playground [beer]! Looks like Will was able to fit my bike into his work flow. I'm in the doghouse for taking up all day, yesterday, to work on the bike...I took my bride out for brunch and now heading out to go diving. I had her do the do the honors and fired up the bike after I finished last night....the sudden deep exhaust note made her jump, then she had a huge grin/smile on her face!
Sooo....should I keep the DB killers out, or slide them back in?! [coffee]
Quote from: freeflydive on July 02, 2011, 01:36:46 PM
Sooo....should I keep the DB killers out, or slide them back in?! [coffee]
How much noise can you handle and how much attention can you bear... ;D
Rick and I both run db killers, but they have been modded... [evil]
Really & truly I'd rather run mine without the baffles but since I live where I ride it's wiser for me to run the modified versions. I'm very happy with the current set up but every now & then I'm tempted to pop them back out. [evil] [evil] I have the slide hammer tool remover and have run the sides of the baffles around on a belt sander so they slip in and out a lot easier.
Quote from: freeflydive on July 02, 2011, 01:36:46 PM
Sooo....should I keep the DB killers out, or slide them back in?! [coffee]
Such a silly question.
Went down to the shop today, watched Rick tinker a bit and then we did some mild hooning... [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 02, 2011, 05:52:26 PM
Such a silly question.
I'm silly like that...funny, I had a group of HD riders checking out the bike trying to figure out why my bike was louder than theirs. I told them it was the dry clutch ;D
Quote from: freeflydive on July 02, 2011, 10:00:49 PM
I'm silly like that...funny, I had a group of HD riders checking out the bike trying to figure out why my bike was louder than theirs. I told them it was the dry clutch ;D
They must not have been running straight pipes. [laugh]
Fixed the central locking on the 240D.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 02, 2011, 10:15:40 PM
Fixed the central locking on the 240D.
[thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 02, 2011, 10:15:40 PM
Fixed the central locking on the 240D.
Good, what was the issue?
Right front element. Weird because the left rear was acting up the most.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 03, 2011, 08:48:04 AM
Right front element. Weird because the left rear was acting up the most.
it happens !!!
Glad it's taken care off ...
Wash & waxed my car this morning then sat around and felt sorry for myself because of the screw in my new 2ct... :'(
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 04, 2011, 10:02:52 PM
Wash & waxed my car this morning then sat around and felt sorry for myself because of the screw in my new 2ct... :'(
Understandable - was there a verdict on it? Wasted?
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 04, 2011, 10:20:06 PM
Understandable - was there a verdict on it? Wasted?
It could possibly be patched/plugged, but I just wouldn't be comfortable with it...if I go down, I don't want it to be because of equipment failure...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 04, 2011, 10:02:52 PM
Wash & waxed my car this morning then sat around and felt sorry for myself because of the screw in my new 2ct... :'(
Maybe they can plug it from the inside out? It's almost right in the middle and away from stress points.
Hmmmm, what did I do today... Well, I spent the majority of it on or nearby the toilet with some HORRIBLE gastro bug - which has been wreaking havoc with me for a few days. When not on the toilet I'm mostly in the fetal position waiting for the next liquid surprise. TMI perhaps?
Sorry, the fever of 39.2 has skewed my judgment of what's DMF appropriate [evil] Plus, I've been put in quarantine by my family so I have to complain to someone...
No riding my monster for a few days :-X
Quote from: MadDuck on July 04, 2011, 10:30:29 PM
Maybe they can plug it from the inside out? It's almost right in the middle and away from stress points.
Yeah, it's about two inches off center...maybe I'll see what Will has to say about it...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 04, 2011, 10:48:57 PM
Yeah, it's about two inches off center...maybe I'll see what Will has to say about it...
Been doing a little reading...an acceptable fix can be made using a "mushroom" plug to seal the tire's inner liner and plug the path of the object that caused the puncture...depending on the size/location of the puncture of course...
It's been a looooooong day, with a positive ending. I was awakened early...usually a start to a moody day! Argued over petty stuff...then we had unexpected company. Put a few ribeye steaks on the grill, drank a few beers with good company...turned into a great evening with fireworks...and I fell in love with my wife a little more.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 04, 2011, 10:02:52 PM
Wash & waxed my car this morning then sat around and felt sorry for myself because of the screw in my new 2ct... :'(
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 04, 2011, 10:48:57 PM
Yeah, it's about two inches off center...maybe I'll see what Will has to say about it...
OFP, from these two quotes, I'd recommend to, sorry, replace ...
Quote from: freeflydive on July 05, 2011, 01:27:10 AM
...turned into a great evening with fireworks...and I fell in love with my wife a little more.
Falling more in love with the wife is always a good thing. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 05, 2011, 09:25:34 AM
Falling more in love with the wife is always a good thing. [thumbsup]
Under normal circumstances, I'd make a snide remark about how I fell more in love with your wife too, but:
a. We've never met, and
b. I'm getting out of the Navy
both of which say that would be inappropriate ;D
Took the SF to SSD this morning with the half hearted intention of buying a new rear tire...Will + vulcanized mushroom tire patch = ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 05, 2011, 01:44:31 PM
Took the SF to SSD this morning with the half hearted intention of buying a new rear tire...Will + vulcanized mushroom tire patch = ;D
day saved ... now ride the rubber of that tire !!!
Hearty [thumbsup] s all around.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 05, 2011, 09:44:19 AM
b. I'm getting out of the Navy
both of which say that would be inappropriate ;D
What happened to "once a dirty Sailor, always a dirty Sailor"?! [evil]
Semper Fidelis,
Majdi
Quote from: freeflydive on July 05, 2011, 09:54:19 PM
What happened to "once a dirty Sailor, always a dirty Sailor"?! [evil]
Semper Fidelis,
Majdi
Okay, I like this guy. [beer]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 05, 2011, 02:10:45 PM
day saved ... now ride the rubber of(f) that tire !!!
Fixed! [thumbsup]
Game on...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 05, 2011, 01:44:31 PM
Took the SF to SSD this morning with the half hearted intention of buying a new rear tire...Will + vulcanized mushroom tire patch = ;D
Game on...and as a bonus, it looks like the Sunday wx forecast is improving.... calling for 85F, clear w/ 10% precipitation (which will likely change again)! Speaking of which, is this Sunday ride the Duc group ride from SSD?
Quote from: MadDuck on July 06, 2011, 12:05:44 AM
Fixed! [thumbsup]
Rick- Do you have time this Saturday to teach me how to bleed the brakes and clutch slave? If so, let me know what to bring.
Quote from: freeflydive on July 06, 2011, 08:52:57 AM
Rick- Do you have time this Saturday to teach me how to bleed the brakes and clutch slave? If so, let me know what to bring.
No problemo. Bring a small can/bottle of DOT4 brake fluid. That's all. I should be here by 11am.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 06, 2011, 09:32:17 AM
No problemo. Bring a small can/bottle of DOT4 brake fluid. That's all. I should be here by 11am.
Hey Rick,
One quick question, can I use DOT5.1? Cause I'm only finding locally, Panama Central America, DOT synthetic ... and have read something about synthetic brake fluids and Ducatis not getting along ...
Thanks
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 05, 2011, 01:44:31 PM
Took the SF to SSD this morning with the half hearted intention of buying a new rear tire...Will + vulcanized mushroom tire patch = ;D
awesome, saved money = new found money for toys
Quote from: sta on July 06, 2011, 04:23:25 PM
awesome, saved money = new found money for toys
Yup, thinking about some new levers... [evil]
And thanks again for catching that screw!... [thumbsup]
Met a guy today who lives 2-3 blocks from me that has purchased a used SF from a dealer in Oregon, which is due to arrive later this month...he sez seeing yours truly riding around inspired him to get the bike... [evil]
Discovered that west virginia has amazingly beautiful roads in wonderfully twistie mountains. would have been crazy fun on the 848 [Dolph]...but with a 35 foot RV, not so much.
And on a side note, I learned how to read and navigate with a real paper road map (yeah I couldnt believe they're still being printed either). apparently west virginia is not compatable with the gps on my smart phone... [bang]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 06, 2011, 09:32:17 AM
No problemo. Bring a small can/bottle of DOT4 brake fluid. That's all. I should be here by 11am.
You rock, thanks a lot...
Cheers,
Your humble apprentice
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 06, 2011, 09:17:17 PM
And on a side note, I learned how to read and navigate with a real paper road map (yeah I couldnt believe they're still being printed either). apparently west virginia is not compatable with the gps on my smart phone... [bang]
That completely cracks me up.
With a paper map and some skill on your part you know where you are. With a GPS anyone with the proper tech knows where you are at anytime. I find that a bit disturbing. Ask Ben the Hunter, aka Squirrel Killer. [laugh]
I thought some would like this video (if you haven't seen it already). She makes a great ambassador for Ducati....very articulate and passionate for the company brand.
Lean In and Ride With Us - Episode 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swTCBNiZw-Y&feature=relmfu#normal)
Cool...but I'm not diggin' her knee protection... :o
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 06, 2011, 09:17:17 PM
Discovered that west virginia has amazingly beautiful roads in wonderfully twistie mountains. would have been crazy fun on the 848 [Dolph]...but with a 35 foot RV, not so much.
And on a side note, I learned how to read and navigate with a real paper road map (yeah I couldnt believe they're still being printed either). apparently west virginia is not compatable with the gps on my smart phone... [bang]
West Virginia isn't compatable with a lot of modern things..... ;D ;D
Quote from: zzilla on July 07, 2011, 12:34:45 AM
West Virginia isn't compatable with a lot of modern things..... ;D ;D
Do I hear the theme song from Deliverance playing in the background?...
Quote from: zzilla on July 07, 2011, 12:34:45 AM
West Virginia isn't compatable with a lot of modern things..... ;D ;D
But it is with sister kissin'!!! :D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 07, 2011, 12:58:45 AM
Do I hear the theme song from Deliverance playing in the background?...
Nope. That's North Cackalacky.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 06, 2011, 09:17:17 PM
Discovered that west virginia has amazingly beautiful roads in wonderfully twisty mountains.
Yes, it really does. Too bad it's such a pain to get there.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 06, 2011, 11:33:54 PM
Cool...but I'm not diggin' her knee protection... :o
But if she fell down she wouldn't ruin a good pair of jeans. Just sayin'........ ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 07, 2011, 03:23:59 AM
Yes, it really does. Too bad it's such a pain to get there.
It's easier for you to get there than it is for us.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 06, 2011, 11:33:54 PM
Cool...but I'm not diggin' her knee protection... :o
Those are clearly skin-colored knee pucks. All the rage in Miami.
My day started at 0400 (bleh) ... I always love early morning meeting w/ the boys in Wash DC! Successfully completed 2x language exams ... then picked up a bottle of DOT4 for Saturday. So, which beer should I get for MADDUCK?
Monday through Friday always starts at 0400 for me so I can totally empathize with you. [coffee] Gloria say I should start charging $$ for what I do. Meh, she has a narrow view. Me, I'm running short on Sierra Nevada Torpedo Ale and Sierra Nevada Bigfoot. The Bigfoot might only be found at the Liquor Collection in Ward Warehouse at this time. I warn you that it is pricey so the Torpedo is OK and a little easier to find (but not much easier). [laugh] This is assuming that the weather (ahem) cooperates.
Helped my son replace the transmission mounts and radiator in his car today...we also bled the brakes and sync'd the TBs...all in all, a good father & son day... ;D
Long day at work, but made the best of it....wrapped up the day w/ a 2x tank night dive at Shark's Cove with Teresa, then celebrated a friend's b-day.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 06, 2011, 09:42:58 AM
Hey Rick,
One quick question, can I use DOT5.1? Cause I'm only finding locally, Panama Central America, DOT synthetic ... and have read something about synthetic brake fluids and Ducatis not getting along ...
Thanks
Ooops. Just caught this post while back tracking. Best to stick with the DOT4. Should be common as dirt. A regular auto parts store should carry lots of it.
You don't need DOT5 of any kind unless you are racing hard. DOT5 is not compatible with DOT4 at all.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 09, 2011, 02:39:51 PM
Ooops. Just caught this post while back tracking. Best to stick with the DOT4. Should be common as dirt. A regular auto parts store should carry lots of it.
You don't need DOT5 of any kind unless you are racing hard. DOT5 is not compatible with DOT4 at all.
OK, thing's the DOT4 I found says, "Racing Brake Fluid", and then at the motoshops, DOT5 ... But if DOT4 is good, then, my guys at Bosch's dealer have both BOSCH and ATE Blue DOT4...
Thanks again ... Cause before 'stealer' went belly up, I bought like 3 bottles of Castrol GTLMA .. and the little pint costs like $6.00 here and the 1 liter jug of BOSCH or ATE I get for the same price ..
Spent the morning at the Walk like MADD event at Kaka'ako park, in memory of CMDCM Dave Tyner (Retired), who was killed by a drunk driver 100 days ago today while riding his Harley home from work.
Then, showed the bike. Guy seems very interested, but has to convince his wife that it's ok to own a naked bike instead of a plasticy one.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 09, 2011, 04:15:02 PM
but has to convince his wife that it's ok to own a naked bike instead of a plasticy one.
Maybe she thinks naked bikes have been crashed and the plastic has been trashed... ;D
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 09, 2011, 02:58:14 PM
OK, thing's the DOT4 I found says, "Racing Brake Fluid", and then at the motoshops, DOT5 ... But if DOT4 is good, then, my guys at Bosch's dealer have both BOSCH and ATE Blue DOT4...
Thanks again ... Cause before 'stealer' went belly up, I bought like 3 bottles of Castrol GTLMA .. and the little pint costs like $6.00 here and the 1 liter jug of BOSCH or ATE I get for the same price ..
Blue brake fluid is different stuff too and is used all by it's lonesome. The regular old amber/clear DOT 4 is perfect.
With the help of Rick and Gene....bled the clutch and front brake, tweeked the SAG on the rear shocks and lube'd the chain. Re-paid Teresa by taking her to happy hour for drinks and food (in that order) :-)
Thanks for your help guys,
Majdi
Quote from: MadDuck on July 09, 2011, 09:37:50 PM
Blue brake fluid is different stuff too and is used all by it's lonesome. The regular old amber/clear DOT 4 is perfect.
Rick, the ATE's name is just that, the fluid is amber in color... the tin in which comes is silver/blue ...
My confussion came from a thread, don't remember if here or the other place were it was mentioned something about DOT 3, DOT 4 and DOT 5 and 5.1 ... and since most motoshops here are trying to cater to SBK[Japs] guys, they're selling the DOT5 and the combo DOT3/4. Did have issues with the Castrol GTLMA, after a couple of rides the twisties by my place, no brakes... So I didn't want to purchase it again.
But if I can use the Bosch's or ATE DOT4 fluids ... Once I get back to Panama I'll bled all systems ... Hopefully I'll have my Oberon clutch slave by then...
Now if you don't mind, I've got RaceTech moded forks for my weight, how often should I replace fluid? And regarding rear OEM Sachs, is it serviceable?
Thanks and sorry for nagging so much.
Carlos
dm620
5.1 can be used
5 is a different base and is used on harleys
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 09, 2011, 06:44:30 PM
Maybe she thinks naked bikes have been crashed and the plastic has been trashed... ;D
Apparently he convinced her - the bike goes bye-bye at 1000 today. [thumbsdown]
It's ok - it gives me a reason to buy a new one in the spring. [thumbsup]
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 10, 2011, 11:12:04 AM
Apparently he convinced her - the bike goes bye-bye at 1000 today. [thumbsdown]
It's ok - it gives me a reason to buy a new one in the spring. [thumbsup]
Cool... [thumbsup]
Quote from: WillS on July 10, 2011, 08:16:49 AM
5.1 can be used
5 is a different base and is used on harleys
A very good, more comprehensive read.
http://www.motorcycleproject.com/motorcycle/text/cows-brakefluid.html (http://www.motorcycleproject.com/motorcycle/text/cows-brakefluid.html)
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 10, 2011, 11:12:04 AM
It's ok - it gives me a reason to buy a new one in the spring. [thumbsup]
You do know it's still riding season through November in these parts, right? [evil]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 10, 2011, 12:05:47 PM
A very good, more comprehensive read.
http://www.motorcycleproject.com/motorcycle/text/cows-brakefluid.html (http://www.motorcycleproject.com/motorcycle/text/cows-brakefluid.html)
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Thank you ... Now I'm more clear ... no DOT5 and DOT5.1 if I'm racing !!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 10, 2011, 02:33:03 PM
You do know it's still riding season through November in these parts, right? [evil]
You know I have a friend with a spare bike, right? [evil]
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 10, 2011, 04:09:42 PM
You know I have a friend with a spare bike, right? [evil]
He might even have two spare bikes by then. [evil]
Quiet here today.
Too quiet.......
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 11, 2011, 11:17:41 PM
Quiet here today.
Too quiet.......
I think most of us are suffering from a big case of the "Mundays!" Lets see...went to work, enjoyed a long ops planning meeting, drove to the airport to pick up a new member to my team, greeted him with an aloha and hosted him to dinner at our place.
I tried to renew my bike registration, but I need a non-residency form signed by the military..evidently, my active duty military ID card and Hawaii address is not enough to verify I'm stationed here! With 3x vehicles...I've never been able to get anything accomplished w/ a single visit to City Hall...I have to make multiple passes to succeed!
Your mil id and local address is enough to get your vehicles registered there, but you would then be taxed as a local resident. You need the non-res form to be exempt from paying Hawaii taxes on your vehicles.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 11, 2011, 11:17:41 PM
Quiet here today.
Too quiet.......
Everyone is in a state of pre-morning. Because you're leaving...
;D
Quote from: freeflydive on July 12, 2011, 02:12:42 AM
I think most of us are suffering from a big case of the "Mundays!" Lets see...went to work, enjoyed a long ops planning meeting, drove to the airport to pick up a new member to my team, greeted him with an aloha and hosted him to dinner at our place.
I tried to renew my bike registration, but I need a non-residency form signed by the military..evidently, my active duty military ID card and Hawaii address is not enough to verify I'm stationed here! With 3x vehicles...I've never been able to get anything accomplished w/ a single visit to City Hall...I have to make multiple passes to succeed!
The ID, etc is fine to prove you are stationed here, but not enough to prove you aren't a Hawaii taxpayer. I just got my last one a few weeks ago [thumbsup].
last month I bought a 95 saturn for $900 bucks put close to 2k miles on it and just sold it today for $1100. [thumbsup]
got my plane ticket back to hawaii, ill be home on the 21st.
i cant wait to [Dolph]
Where have you been?
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 12, 2011, 09:42:57 PM
Where have you been?
Or should we ask, where have you been? ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on July 12, 2011, 11:54:36 PM
Or should we ask, where have you been? ;D
Tis the better question. Jebus' post ratio has almost doubled since he put the bike up for sale. [laugh]
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 12, 2011, 09:42:57 PM
Where have you been?
Washington, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and west Virginia... with out any bike to ride :'(
Quote from: Carbon 14 on July 14, 2011, 02:18:57 AM
Got me some Sartso Kevlar jeans in the mail
Cool!...stunta or regular?... ;)
Quote from: Carbon 14 on July 14, 2011, 02:18:57 AM
Matrix headers came back from Jet-Hot. Christmas in July!
[thumbsup]
Got some small stuff yesterday to put on the red R1100S. That bike may see a little more road time now. We'll see.
working on a new hobby.
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/beach.jpg)
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/DHmoonrise.jpg)
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/UntitledHDR1.jpg)
Photography?...I like that last shot... [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 12, 2011, 11:54:36 PM
Or should we ask, where have you been? ;D
I am mysterious like the trade winds, and will disappear if I am overused, just like said wind. [cheeky]
In other news, the house listed yesterday and we have an open house Sunday. Wheeeee.
Anania Cir 94-1060 #115 Mililani 96789 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmWnLxwXjTU#normal)
Got the oil & filter changed on the S today and installed some other small bits. Used the Castrol TWS 10W-60 oil that's specified for the M series cars. Boss-ski wanted that in the engine instead of the normal 10-40 or 20-50. If the weather holds this afternoon I may get to run it around after Gloria & I get back from errands.
Short damp ride today to the windward side & back via the Wilson and H3 tunnels...stopped at SSD....somebody buy that black, red framed, 1198 SP!... [drool]
Successful yard sale today. Open house tomorrow. [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 16, 2011, 08:28:41 PM
....somebody buy that black, red framed, 1198 SP!... [drool]
Would if I could, no doubt. [Dolph] I dream of schemes.
Went to a chiropracter the other day and got a full, deep tissue therapeutic massage today. Gloria got one too. The massage may have fixed, for now, the muscle & nerve problems I've been going through for the past week plus. Last night was a bear. Had a full blown right leg cramp that flew me out of the bed and onto the floor for 10 minutes. Then the left leg started for a minute or so. I told Gloria it was a good thing that we didn't have a gun in the house or I would have shot myself. Much, much better tonight. [thumbsup]
Hustled the 11S around a bit today..........
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1156.jpg)
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1159.jpg)
After about 65 miles I got the rear down to this ( the 11S likes lefts better than rights. It's a driveshaft thing )
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1158.jpg)
Started studying for my PADI open water scuba certification
Quote from: MadDuck on July 17, 2011, 07:17:17 PM
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1156.jpg)
Sure do miss that road...
spent all day yesterday at the range. the rest of my family took the pistol class, while i spent a couple hours shooting 40 n 45. got my groupings better, but not as tight as i'd like.
had tons of fun watching my mother shoot. she did pretty good. didn't complain when she shot my kimber 1911, even went on to shoot it a bunch. i was impressed. [thumbsup]
paid for it today, my hand ached for hours. i should go back next weekend! ;D
Arrived DC this morning and feeling jet lagged. I typically connect through LA or San Francisco...which breaks up the long flight nicely...it wasn't until I got to the airport that I realized I was connecting via Chicago with an 8hr flight! Bleh...
Quote from: MadDuck on July 16, 2011, 11:52:18 PM
Last night was a bear.
I'm glad to see you're feeling better...nice job with the tires :-D
Quote from: whackie on July 18, 2011, 04:15:46 AM
spent all day yesterday at the range.
Which range did you go to? Someone asked me about pistol range classes last week...I didn't really have an answer!
Quote from: freeflydive on July 18, 2011, 11:02:12 AM
Arrived DC this morning.
How long are you here for this time?
Quote from: freeflydive on July 18, 2011, 11:02:12 AM
Which range did you go to? Someone asked me about pistol range classes last week...I didn't really have an answer!
was at koko head. the range officers said there are a lot of instructors these days, but they think some of them are a bit scary. the guys i used to teach with does classes out of the store 'security equipment'. the good part is that he has tons of guns, everything including a 50 desert eagle. it's always fun to go with him.
Did an abbreviated Jamba Juice ride today...put 90 miles on the trip meter and I didn't see no 675s.
Also stopped by SSD and priced a set of Ducati sourced brake pads, $340 for the fronts...EBC HHs are about $90 the set.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 18, 2011, 07:36:29 PM
$340 for the fronts...
DAMN!!!Did Bill move to the parts department or something?
Quote from: freeflydive on July 18, 2011, 11:02:12 AM
I'm glad to see you're feeling better...nice job with the tires :-D
I'm not done yet. ;D That was just 65 miles into the first good day of free riding. [evil] The bike is a trip.
[drool] over a 1098s today 1200 miles and flawless asking price was 12k... Sadly I didnt have that Much in my pocket so all I got was a ducati jacket and hat. [thumbsup]
Responded to a summons to report for jury service this afternoon...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 19, 2011, 07:41:53 PM
Responded to a summons to report for jury service this afternoon...
[thumbsdown]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 19, 2011, 08:53:23 PM
[thumbsdown]
Hey! It could keep him busy during the week. ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 19, 2011, 07:41:53 PM
Responded to a summons to report for jury service this afternoon...
Funny, my Mom just wrapped up her jury duty orientation today in VA! Life is going well at this end...although I forgot how humid DC/NOVA can be during the summer. I got to visit my folks and sister's family for dinner tonight...I ended up surprising my nieces and nephews since they didn't know I was in town for work. In case you're wondering, I'm completely jet lagged...explains why I'm up at 3AM!!!! F*@#
Quote from: MadDuck on July 19, 2011, 11:25:13 PM
Hey! It could keep him busy during the week. ;D
Trial is expected to last one day... :-*
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 20, 2011, 12:25:40 AM
Trial is expected to last one day... :-*
Pau...not selected... ;D
good then ... more riding !!!
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 20, 2011, 06:24:49 PM
good then ... more riding !!!
more riding...SI!... [Dolph]
going home tonight, and might even make it out for sundays ride... hope the weather and GF permit
Jamba Juice Sunday Ride pre-run today: Tantalus*, plus 13 turns & Norfolk x 2 with an H3 return...oh how I love my freaking Doocahtee... [evil] [Dolph]
*numerous freshly filled potholes with associated loose macadam nuggets on Makiki Hgts Dr... [thumbsdown]
Finally installed the Sato throttle tube but it started raining when I was getting ready for a test run. The new grips are over 1/2" too short which is a bummer. I also just got a gear indicator but i probably won't be able to install it for a few weeks as well as get my new tank installed. It's a miracle I'm not working on Sunday and will be on Oahu so I hope I can make it out for the JJ ride.
Learned two things:
1. I am not in bicycling shape, nor am I in swimming shape. So lazy shape it shall be!
2. A 49cc scooter can, in fact, be wheelied for quite some time.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 21, 2011, 02:50:45 PM
Jamba Juice Sunday Ride pre-run today: Tantalus*, plus 13 turns & Norfolk x 2 with an H3 return...oh how I love my freaking Doocahtee... [evil] [Dolph]
*numerous freshly filled potholes with associated loose macadam nuggets on Makiki Hgts Dr... [thumbsdown]
At least they filled the holes. All the rain up there this afternoon should wash most of the gravel away....... or make it worse. [roll]
Spit shined the SF today in anticipation of a wet JJ ride this Sunday... [roll]
Also gave my 3 blocks away neighbor a small assist with an oil change on his new to him SF...it's safety checked and licensed so we'll probably go for a ride next week sometime...did I mention that I love the SF in red... ;D
The heat index in DC was 119 by 2PM! I took my nieces and nephews to Chucky Cheese, took the kiddies to see Harry Potter then picked up Teresa from the airport. It has been good to see family and old friends. While I love the weather and breath taking natural beauty of Hawaii, DC will always feel home...now if they can only adopt Hawaii's weather (I don't think it's that impossible, they already adopted traffic like H-1)!!!!
The heat index in DC was 119 (Fahrenheit not MPH) by 2PM! I took my nieces and nephews to Chucky Cheese, took the kiddies to see Harry Potter then picked up Teresa from the airport. It has been good to see family and old friends. While I love the weather and breath taking natural beauty of Hawaii, DC will always feel home...now if they can only adopt Hawaii's weather (I don't think it's that impossible, they already adopted traffic like H-1)!!!!
got the 848 ready for riding. and was told by the soon to be mother of my child, that we only have five months left, and i have to start working on the nursery... i wonder if she will believe that im going to buy materials if i take the 848 [cheeky]
Saturday I did some minor repair work to the 240D and then got an afternoon ride in along with Brandon. Burned a little more rubber off the edges of the R1100S. It's fun, a super freeway cruiser and even surprisingly fun on Tantalus but it definitely is no sportbike like the 848.
Brandon let me ride the S1000rr back from the North Shore, over H3 and back to the top of 13 turns. Holy Crap!! This time I got to have a little more fun with it than I did the last time I rode it. Un-freaking believable!! The power, OMG the power. It is just plain awesome. Addicting even. Must keep the 848, cannot be lulled by the scream of an I4. [evil] [laugh]
Yesterdays ride was damp and had the look of getting even more wet but it got nice again by the time I got home. Don'tcha know.
Headed to the mainland to visit the family, back in a few weeks
Flew back from Maui. Trying to recover. [thumbsup]
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 27, 2011, 08:08:43 PM
Flew back from Maui. Trying to recover. [thumbsup]
My arms would be tired too. ( I know....that's really old & dumb but it's the end of the work day, I'm bored and waiting for a tech to finish a car that a customer is waiting for )
Long day at work, came home to Teresa's surprise...orchestra section tickets for "Wicked" at the Kennedy center. It was a great night overall, enjoyed a few Samuel Smith's and now heading to ZZZzzzzz.
Painted a valve cover...
before:
(http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/8696/valvecover001l.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/688/valvecover001l.jpg/)
after:
(http://img813.imageshack.us/img813/5050/valvecover.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/813/valvecover.jpg/)
^^^ Yeah, baby!! [thumbsup]
Went for an abbreviated JJ ride this morning and almost got taken out by an old lady in a Camry on the H3 just before the tunnel...she was changing lanes like Mario doing the Indy 500, but I was ready for her... ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on July 27, 2011, 11:25:11 PM
^^^ Yeah, baby!! [thumbsup]
+3
That looks great!
Quote from: MadDuck on July 27, 2011, 08:33:05 PM
My arms would be tired too. ( I know....that's really old & dumb but it's the end of the work day, I'm bored and waiting for a tech to finish a car that a customer is waiting for )
I can forgive you this time. We really had a great time over there. And to think, I never thought much of Maui before. Just went to the wrong places.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 28, 2011, 03:09:18 PM
Went for an abbreviated JJ ride this morning and almost got taken out by an old lady in a Camry on the H3 just before the tunnel...she was changing lanes like Mario doing the Indy 500, but I was ready for her... ;D
Some people install laser detectors but I found this really cool ap that actually scans for certain types of vehicles. I selected the Prius and the Camry and when those cars are recognized I get a little flashing light and an immediate throttle increase until they are passed. It's a little tricky at times but it can be immediately overridden with a touch of brakes, sort of like disengaging a cruise control. You'd be surprised how many of those car models are out there and how much they hold up traffic.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 29, 2011, 09:37:47 AM
Some people install laser detectors but I found this really cool ap that actually scans for certain types of vehicles. I selected the Prius and the Camry and when those cars are recognized I get a little flashing light and an immediate throttle increase until they are passed. It's a little tricky at times but it can be immediately overridden with a touch of brakes, sort of like disengaging a cruise control. You'd be surprised how many of those car models are out there and how much they hold up traffic.
After the first glance, I thought, wow, his bike can auto pass slow cars! Then I am like, is he kidding? Wait, or he is referencing a car he was driving? It's too early... [coffee]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 29, 2011, 09:37:47 AM
I selected the Prius and the Camry...
I presume that the Camry mode will also detect Lexus ES300s... ;D
I hate both cars ... Actually I hate Toyota products ....
The 240D is not in danger of passing anything, unless it's on a downhill run.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 27, 2011, 11:14:09 PM
Painted a valve cover...
before:
(http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/8696/valvecover001l.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/688/valvecover001l.jpg/)
after:
(http://img813.imageshack.us/img813/5050/valvecover.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/813/valvecover.jpg/)
too bad brian is not around. he could have powder coated them. you would probably love the look of his engine. i think this was the last batch he did before he put the car back together.
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll290/judaspriess/Powdercoating/DSCN1114.jpg)
Nice parts ...
Nice indeed!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on July 30, 2011, 12:58:14 AM
Put the matrix back together. I'm hoping to make the JJ run, but I'm sucking wind with a cold so it may be just for coffee.
Hope you make it!
I took DRKWNG's advice and snagged a spot at Keith Code's Superbike School at NJ Motorsports Parkway (Thunderbolt). The drive from DC was a scenic mini-road trip. We got a track-side room to avoid an early morning drive [coffee] and give Teresa a cool place to hang out away from the sun [thumbsup]. She's being a great sport, even after she realized there is nothing for her to do (ehm...I told her so) ... good thing for cable and internet!
Hopefully the thunderstorms will subside by the morning (as forecasted). [bow_down]
Oh, that's awesome. Enjoy the crap out of it [thumbsup]
Quote from: freeflydive on August 01, 2011, 04:31:42 PM
I took DRKWNG's advice and snagged a spot at Keith Code's Superbike School at NJ Motorsports Parkway (Thunderbolt). The drive from DC was a scenic mini-road trip. We got a track-side room to avoid an early morning drive [coffee] and give Teresa a cool place to hang out away from the sun [thumbsup]. She's being a great sport, even after she realized there is nothing for her to do (ehm...I told her so) ... good thing for cable and internet!
Hopefully the thunderstorms will subside by the morning (as forecasted). [bow_down]
Way cool. Have fun!
found out im having a boy ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on August 01, 2011, 11:03:35 PM
Way cool. Have fun!
Thanks, but odds are you'll still have to wait for me on top of Tant and bottom of 13 corners/norfolk :-D I've been feeling blah w/out my bike, so this gives me a nice fix at mid-point of the trip...I'll be back on 12Aug. Well, I'm off to the morning safety brief.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on August 02, 2011, 02:36:52 AM
found out im having a boy ;D
Congrats! [beer]
Quote from: hadesducati848 on August 02, 2011, 02:36:52 AM
found out im having a boy ;D
Congrats!...is it a conspiracy?...is your girlfriend involved?... ;D
Went for a bit of a hoon this morning...cleaned the bike and lubed the chain this afternoon...
Ordered some stuff, and got some other stuff in the mail.
Successfully completed level 2 without running off the track or crashing :-) The course consisted of 5x classroom seminars focusing on visual drills with 5x 20min track sessions and 1x off track drill. The course was very well organized with a smooth rotation of events. It was fun, but mentally and physically draining. I posted some of the photos here- http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive#100244&bgcolor=black&view=grid (http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive#100244&bgcolor=black&view=grid)
DRKWNG, I'm sorry I wasn't able to link up with you...unfortunately, I spread myself too thin throughout this trip. I'll be back in DC in a few months.
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100244/CSS_LVL_II%20434/web.jpg?ver=13123456320001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100244/CSS_LVL_II%20592/web.jpg?ver=13123454940001)
Cheers [drink]
Majdi
Looks like fun... [thumbsup]
Level 2? Have you gone throughout their level one course before?
And no worries about the timing of things; I'll be here for a while.
Renewed my DL this morning, I'm licensed to hoon, er drive, for another 8 years...took all of 10 minutes, thank you Mayor Frank Fasi for the satellite city hall... [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 02, 2011, 11:32:22 PM
Level 2? Have you gone throughout their level one course before?
I went through level 1 over a year ago. I'm very confident on the track and have a blast going around corners at the track...for some reason, I'm always timid/overly paranoid on the street!
Quote from: freeflydive on August 03, 2011, 07:09:30 PM
I went through level 1 over a year ago. I'm very confident on the track and have a blast going around corners at the track...for some reason, I'm always timid/overly paranoid on the street!
Hey, if you have to be careful somewhere, the street is the place.
Went horseback riding on the farm w/ my father (in-law). It was a very relaxing ride and found two new creeks to cross. Finished the day off w/ a family cookout. Leaving Ohio tomorrow for Baltimore, MD at 4AM!
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100252/photo/web.jpg?ver=13125899800001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100252/Canfield_Home-2018/web.jpg?ver=13125045060002)
No cowboy hat?...
What did I do today? Turned wrenches... And cursed Austria...
Took the FCR 41's off my old Monster today, took them apart & cleaned them out, checked the float needles, which still look good and put everything back together. Installed a new fuel filter and replaced the last of the old fuel hoses (still had "Made in Italy" on them), changed the oil & the filter, added water to the battery and, with a few twists of the throttle, got the accelerator pumps working. One push of the stater button & it started idling right away, no smoking or anything and was running clean. [thumbsup] I'll replace the air filter with a new K&N that I have and it should be good to go. 28,500 miles and still runs good! How's that? Is that good?
Maybe Frederick will let me road test it tomorrow......... [evil]
You miss that little tweet, don't you?
I miss all of my ex-bikes.
I liked my old S2R, but can't say that I really miss it. The 996 and the Daytona though... That's a completely different story.
Watched the wife do the inaugural Bellows Biathlon. It had neither shooting nor skiing, so I was a little disappointed. Then I had waffles. The waffles had bacon in them, which was less disappointing. [bacon]
(http://img4.myrecipes.com/i/recipes/ay/05/bacon-waffles-ay-1875230-l.jpg)?
Very similar, jess.
[thumbsup]
Enjoyed our final night of the cruise to Bermuda before returning to Baltimore. It's been fun, but I'm tired and can't wait to fly back home. Too much fun, food, beer, foo foo drinks, more food and not enough sleep and exercise.
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100254/Wedding_Cruise_Day5%2065/web.jpg?ver=13130912310001)
Took the SF to SSD this morning to have the fuel tank and fuel filler cap replaced...that's four fuel tanks fitted to this bike, not that I'm counting...the first had a blemish as delivered from the factory, while the second & third suffered from expansion due to the ethanol in our fuel...
Quote from: freeflydive on August 11, 2011, 12:35:31 PM
Enjoyed our final night of the cruise to Bermuda before returning to Baltimore. It's been fun, but I'm tired and can't wait to fly back home. Too much fun, food, beer, foo foo drinks, more food and not enough sleep and exercise.
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100254/Wedding_Cruise_Day5%2065/web.jpg?ver=13130912310001)
Nice pic.
that's an amazing pic. the colors are so well captured! [thumbsup]
went for a drive to makaha, never realized how beautiful it is as sunset.
bought myself a cement mixer.... [laugh]
Sounds like you're getting ready to make some concrete slippers. [laugh]
Turned in my badge and walked on out of the building. I am officially on separation leave :D
We are staying in Kaneohe tonight, then Kauai most of next week. Time to make sure there is very little left on our list when we bug out.
Quote from: jebus tristos on August 12, 2011, 03:05:08 PM
Turned in my badge and walked on out of the building. I am officially on separation leave :D
We are staying in Kaneohe tonight, then Kauai most of next week. Time to make sure there is very little left on our list when we bug out.
SHORT!
When are you guys headed this way? Do you have anything lined up yet, work wise?
Did a mini JJ ride this afternoon and stopped by the shop to show Mad Duck my new mirrors and painted lower fairings (he saw the lowers last weekend but didn't notice)...however, he wasn't there...
Which mirror did u get?
Quote from: sta on August 13, 2011, 09:38:39 PM
Which mirror did u get?
Got the Napoleons like yours, except in black...had to buy smaller nuts without the flange and had to use automotive fuel hose to make them fit, the stock parts wouldn't fit inside the bars...
(http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/4432/mirrors006.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/220/mirrors006.jpg/)
Sweet! Like the red lettering on the bottom too. [thumbsup]
Tks for giving me the info on the mirrors... ;D
Napoleans are nice mirrors. They've got a ridiculously wide field of view to them.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 12, 2011, 03:27:59 PM
When are you guys headed this way? Do you have anything lined up yet, work wise?
We fly out September 19. Nothing set for work yet, but I've got time. Time, and very little inclination to get a job. ;D
Too bad you aren't a traditional CTR, my office will be hiring soon.
Had a great time autocrossing my car today... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 14, 2011, 11:13:32 PM
Had a great time autocrossing my car today... [thumbsup]
Could you post pics one day to see the car in action?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on August 15, 2011, 03:50:29 AM
Could you post pics one day to see the car in action?
Here ya go...
(http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/197/autox2.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/32/autox2.jpg/)
(http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/5287/dsc3794x.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/20/dsc3794x.jpg/)
(http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/771/bmw5857.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/33/bmw5857.jpg/)
(http://img200.imageshack.us/img200/1162/wheelup2.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/200/wheelup2.jpg/)
(http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/9977/wheelup8.th.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/233/wheelup8.jpg/)
Nice car ...
Engine stock?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on August 15, 2011, 04:51:59 PM
Nice car ...
Engine stock?
Thanks...
Underdrive pulleys, JC Shark Injector (ECU flash), JC cold air intake, UUC lightweight flywheel/E34 M5 clutch...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 15, 2011, 06:19:11 PM
Thanks...
Underdrive pulleys, JC Shark Injector (ECU flash), JC cold air intake, UUC lightweight flywheel/E34 M5 clutch...
light tunning ... assume upwards of 350hp
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on August 15, 2011, 06:20:28 PM
light tunning ... assume upwards of 350hp
Unfortunately it's not the european E36M3 rated at over 300hp, but the U.S. version rated at 240hp stock...right now it's probably putting out 260-265hp at the crank...
Oh, ok ... still better than my 105hp in the Suzuki Swift Automatic ... OK my wife's ...
It's a lot of fun to drive!...
beleive me, the little Suzuki is also lotsa fun ... sticks to the road like it's on rails ... and has absolutley no mods !!
Quote from: sta on August 13, 2011, 10:40:08 PM
Sweet! Like the red lettering on the bottom too. [thumbsup]
u know, i just figured out how to get my cricut to make all kinds of vinyl stickers. i'm thinking to experiment with some of the ducati logos.
lmk if there's a certain one you like and how big to make it, i can probably make it for you. right now i only have white, blue, and purple colors though. lol.
Scoured the internet for Dan Kyle posts and articles on 1198 suspension. This article on Dan Kyle is worth reading if you've done business with him or thinking about it- http://www.superbikeplanet.com/dankylestory.htm (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/dankylestory.htm)
Otherwise, I spent my final day off work furniture shopping and took my dog for a run...otherwise a eh day.
Quote from: whackie on August 15, 2011, 09:44:13 PM
u know, i just figured out how to get my cricut to make all kinds of vinyl stickers. i'm thinking to experiment with some of the ducati logos.
lmk if there's a certain one you like and how big to make it, i can probably make it for you. right now i only have white, blue, and purple colors though. lol.
cool...I've been looking for something like this with the DU in green, the CA in white and the TI in red... ;D
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-decal-set-motorcycle-superbike-996-999-1098-new-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem27bce676a1QQitemZ170672944801QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-decal-set-motorcycle-superbike-996-999-1098-new-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem27bce676a1QQitemZ170672944801QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories)
Quote from: whackie on August 15, 2011, 09:44:13 PM
u know, i just figured out how to get my cricut to make all kinds of vinyl stickers. i'm thinking to experiment with some of the ducati logos.
lmk if there's a certain one you like and how big to make it, i can probably make it for you. right now i only have white, blue, and purple colors though. lol.
i was thinking about one of these to replace the one on my tank just to be a lil different from all the other pearl 848s on this island
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/Ducati-DoubleLine.jpg)
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/ducati_wing_logo.jpg)
Did my phase 1 flight physical for my Warrant Officer packet. Forgot how much having your eyes dilated sucks
Quote from: hadesducati848 on August 17, 2011, 02:01:13 AM
i was thinking about one of these to replace the one on my tank just to be a lil different from all the other pearl 848s on this island
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/Ducati-DoubleLine.jpg)
(http://i454.photobucket.com/albums/qq261/hades300zx/ducati_wing_logo.jpg)
top one ... I have one like it, in orange ...
Quote from: zzilla on August 17, 2011, 03:00:59 PM
Did my phase 1 flight physical for my Warrant Officer packet. Forgot how much having your eyes dilated sucks
Good luck!...and when are you coming out to play again?... [Dolph]
Ordered a set of CRG Roll-a-Click levers from BellissiMoto today, $165 shipped...the stock ones are a bit too long with the bar end mirrors...
Dropped off bike at SSD to install EVR slipper clutch. Discovered the tank is expanding, pushing against the steering dampner mount and the plastic under the tail section is melting from the heat! Luckily it will be taken care of under waranty. Not that it will do anything, but I documented my faulty tank at NHTSA.gov.
Rode the 848 into work today as it's a state holiday, the dog is off with Gloria and it was/is a beautiful morning. Got to do some prep work on it before taking it in for some warranty work. Don'tcha know that the left side drive axle nut is 42mm. I have the 46mm for the right side wheel lock. [bang] Bastards! I say Bastards! [bang] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: MadDuck on August 19, 2011, 09:45:25 AM
Bastards! I say Bastards! [bang] [laugh] [laugh]
[laugh]
Wait, it's a state holiday?
Quote from: jebus tristos on August 19, 2011, 10:37:59 AM
[laugh]
Wait, it's a state holiday?
is that why there was no traffic?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on August 19, 2011, 08:07:02 PM
is that why there was no traffic?
Oh, there was plenty of traffic going in to Kahala. Yes, plenty indeed. [puke]
Quote from: jebus tristos on August 19, 2011, 08:08:00 PM
Oh, there was plenty of traffic going in to Kahala. Yes, plenty indeed. [puke]
ah... sucks
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 15, 2011, 10:41:22 PM
cool...I've been looking for something like this with the DU in green, the CA in white and the TI in red... ;D
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-decal-set-motorcycle-superbike-996-999-1098-new-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem27bce676a1QQitemZ170672944801QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-decal-set-motorcycle-superbike-996-999-1098-new-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem27bce676a1QQitemZ170672944801QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories)
i haven't tried to do multicolor stickers yet. that might be kind of interesting.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on August 17, 2011, 02:01:13 AM
i was thinking about one of these to replace the one on my tank just to be a lil different from all the other pearl 848s on this island
keep in mind that the sticker on your tank has clear coat on it. i haven't left this type of vinyl on paint long term. personally i wouldn't put them on any paint.. unless u're going to leave them permanently. i'd put them on glass or plastic. if you want more into on it, it's called oracal 631.
i had them on the hubby's mustang for 1 day, where he had to be parked in the sun. he said they were a pregnant dog to take off. he wasn't happy
(esp since they were all pink)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 17, 2011, 05:59:57 PM
Ordered a set of CRG Roll-a-Click levers from BellissiMoto today, $165 shipped...the stock ones are a bit too long with the bar end mirrors...
Levers arrived today via UPS Ground...ordered on Wednesday arrived today, is that some kind of record?... ;D [thumbsup] [clap]
Ordered rear sets for the SD.
Quote from: MadDuck on August 19, 2011, 09:45:25 AM
Rode the 848 into work today as it's a state holiday, the dog is off with Gloria and it was/is a beautiful morning. Got to do some prep work on it before taking it in for some warranty work. Don'tcha know that the left side drive axle nut is 42mm. I have the 46mm for the right side wheel lock. [bang] Bastards! I say Bastards! [bang] [laugh] [laugh]
And I correct myself. The drive side nut is a 41mm. Big deal some may say. Had to get it off with a 1 5/8" socket and a air impact gun. Using a breaker bar I was lifting the rear of the bike off the ground despite having a helper lean on the bike and applying the rear brake. :o
Tool salesman said 1 5/8" equaled 41mm. I said "Only if it's as close as you can come but it's not equal. This is a Ferrari fit and the 41mm is the proper good & tight"
I now have a proper 41mm socket with which to reinstall this whole mess. What I thought was worn cush drives now looks like worn splines on the drive hub. ??? We'll see how this plays out. Pun not intended.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 19, 2011, 08:21:52 PM
Levers arrived today via UPS Ground...ordered on Wednesday arrived today, is that some kind of record?... ;D [thumbsup] [clap]
Much to my chagrin the CRG standards are the same length as the stock levers, for some reason I thought they were 1/2-3/4 inches shorter... :(
So these are going back unless someone here would like to buy them: CRG Roll-a-click standard brake/clutch levers, black with red adjusters, fits 848/1098/1198/Streetfighter & a few others, $150...any takers?
Changed the oil & filter in Gloria's 560SL & repaired a tail light. Changed oil & filter in the 848 & got new cush drives and bushings in the rear sprocket carrier. It was really loose. Thanks again Will! dodged rain more or less successfully all day. Got a Tantalus blast in with Brandon, saw Jeff, aka Canes and another buddy of his up on Tantalus and then down at Varsity Pub afterwards but didn't have any drinks with them. They were leaving as we got there. Saw Will working with an extremely stubborn clutch basket removal on Majdi's 1198. Good thing Will was doing it as it was taking a lot of extra effort. Saw a huge package of Dan Kyle Ohlins stuff and triple trees going in on another 1198. Major $$$. All in all a good day.
Quote from: MadDuck on August 20, 2011, 10:53:04 PMGood thing Will was doing it as it was taking a lot of extra effort.
I was surprised to see how Will had to remove my clutch...can't say I've seen spark plugs used that way before! The Dan Kyle suspension toys belong to Brian ("POTTEBAUM" from another ducati forum)...I love look and feel of his DP superpole seat!
I'm sleep deprived from yesterday's 24hr duty shift...and strangely still wide awake! [coffee]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on August 21, 2011, 12:11:10 PM
I have a set of pazzo shorties on the monster I'm not real thrilled with. Interested in a swap? Don't know the fitment specifics but we can take a look.
Thanks for the offer Carbon, but I'm really not a shorties kind of guy...I'm looking for something just a tad shorter than stock...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 21, 2011, 01:48:57 PM
Thanks for the offer Carbon, but I'm really not a shorties kind of guy...I'm looking for something just a tad shorter than stock...
Get a pair of stock used levers........ hacksaw.... grind/file.... & paint. ;D Seriously.
Quote from: MadDuck on August 21, 2011, 04:36:38 PM
Get a pair of stock used levers........ hacksaw.... grind/file.... & paint. ;D Seriously.
That's exactly what's going to happen...was going to do it today, but didn't have time...
Quote from: Carbon 14 on August 22, 2011, 07:13:03 AM
I just ordered a regular pazzo for the clutch side only. The three-finger length is really what I want on the brake side so I'll have a mis-matched set of matching levers.
From what I gather a standard clutch and shorty brake seems to be a popular set up these days... [thumbsup]
Had a bit of a shock when our building rode out the earthquake.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 23, 2011, 12:38:48 PM
Had a bit of a shock when our building rode out the earthquake.
Glad it held up!...
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 23, 2011, 12:38:48 PM
Had a bit of a shock when our building rode out the earthquake.
I'm glad you're okay...my folks are doing well, but my sister's new house (Fredericksburg, VA) has a crack in the basement. Looks like I'll be back in Quantico during mid-september...the more planning conferences I attend, the more I realize the fun part of my career is over!
Shortened my levers today, now I can postion them and the bar end mirrors for maximum efficiency...lucky I have a 28mm slave cylinder, or I would have been wishing that I hadn't shortened the clutch lever as much as I did...;D
mirrors on, stock mirrors off.
hugger and frame sliders tomorrow.
If the stock mirrors are off what are you doing for turn signals?
Quote from: MadDuck on September 02, 2011, 11:30:33 PM
If the stock mirrors are off what are you doing for turn signals?
bark busters are still there, just took those useless flippies off the ends.
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barracuda ego mirros from monsterparts
shift-tech hugger/upper chain guard
speedymoto frame sliders are still in the bag. don't have a torque wrench... and they're also... smallish looking. or maybe I was just used to those honkin'great cyclecat sliders?
That bike wants to go up Tantalus! [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 03, 2011, 08:20:17 PM
That bike wants to go up Tantalus! [evil]
that bike still needs to finish it's break-in! ;)
although...
Quote from: Hypermotard Owner's Manual
To this end, roads with plenty of bends and even slightly hilly areas are ideal for a most efficient running-in of engine, brakes and suspension.
finally got around to doing stickers for a friend. 24" wide. kind of big lol.
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Quote from: whackie on September 03, 2011, 08:50:18 PM
finally got around to doing stickers for a friend. 24" wide. kind of big lol.
nice! [thumbsup] can you do multi-colored die-cuts?
Got Tori's Monster 620 through it's State Safety Inspection today. [roll] Last year it was the puking fuel hoses. This year the bike has been running like shit. Thought I got the problem of it missing and running like shit under control and it wasn't bad driving into town but from the shop to Cycle Sports it started acting up again and I almost didn't make it back from CS to BME. Missing & backfiring like crazy. I'll start by draining out some rotten, putrid smelling old gas. If that doesn't work it'll be going into the throttle valves possibly sticking. I've ruled out a bad ignition coil & spark plugs.
Got that bike back to the shop and then took in the wheels/tires off the Boxer Cup to have some Dunlop Q2's installed. Also did an oil/filter change on the bike. Ran the bike around Tantalus afterwards as I couldn't ride the 620 Monster home due to the bad running. Twist my arm. [evil] The Q2's are tits as far as I can tell with about 25 miles on them. Totally should have got them instead of the Michelin Pures I put on the 848. I will strongly recommend that Dave puts the Q2's on the Hyper as it needs new tires. No doubt he will not listen to me. [roll] They were super good right away as opposed to the Pures which left me doubting the wisdom of my choice immediately. Tantalus was as dry as it gets but the Dunlop's were still gold compared to the Pures when they were first new. The Pures are good now but that's 3,000 miles later and the Q2's were great the first time out over comparable road conditions.
And the Boxer handles better than the red R1100S. That's saying something!
Quite a few people up here are running the Q2s, and really like them. None of them are on Ducatis though. I've read a few write ups where Dunlops (not necessarily Q2s iirc) were used as spec tires and people had a hell of a time trying to get Duc SBKs set up to work with them. Almost seems like that Euro bike wants Euro tires. They are super soft though (think gooey, well chewed bubble gum soft) and stick like mad, but also wear rapidly. Jim went through a rear in about 3400 miles On his Daytona, and that bike is no torque monster. He's a good sized guy though, and that probably has something to do with it. Similar story with the Rosso Corse's that are currently on the SD: grip like mad and let you get away with all sorts of stupidity, but don't last for shit.
did the lap today, actually had an unhindered run from makapuu through to the uphill right at hanauma bay.
I see how she could get me into trouble later on :o
otherwise, let's see:
- mirrors=sweet, will be perfect if I can fig a way to snug the left one up on the joint so it doesn't start to sag at speed
- finally know what that low-rev stutter is like that everyone complains about
- milage is about the same as old bike
- kiiiinda wish the bars were a touch flatter, or maybe it's just because it's how I rotated them forward when setting the mirrors
- ~3hrs on the bike and my back is fine; butt- not so much
- got me thinking about shorty levers, at least the clutch side
- bullet list makes me feel pro.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 04, 2011, 03:37:40 AM
Quite a few people up here are running the Q2s, and really like them.
The Dunlop Q2's have been getting great reviews and have come in 2nd after the Pirelli Diablo Super Corsas (OEM on 1198) in a few magazine street shootouts. Keith Code's school school use the Q2's on their S1000RR...rode them at the VIR and Thunderbolt...very sticky, predictable and warm up quickly...but a tad stiffer than the Diablos. Best part is they sell for ~$240 for the set on the internet and mainland shops. Unfortunately, dealerships on the island rape you w/ their MSRP tire prices due to lack of competition.
They're $205 for a set locally.
Personally I wouldn't trust a set for $205.00. That's so cheap it makes me think that they're seconds or some sort of QC reject.
$240-$250? ---- OK, then factor in shipping and mounting. Got ours for $405.00, mounted, out the door, tax & everything. I wouldn't complain too much.
Please note that I'm running pirelli and michelin on my bikes. ;D
I replaced a set of Dunlop D220 Sport Touring that had costed me $250.00 from a respectable vendor to a set of Michelin Power Pilots that costed $215.00 shipped,althougt,within the US ... shipping to me was another story ...
Drove from Ft Worth to Houston...my okole is sore!...
delay my front sprocketing... god DAMN you, xbox!
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 07, 2011, 07:09:07 PM
delay my front sprocketing... god DAMN you, xbox!
You needum' my sprocket? It's still new, and still free......
Quote from: jebus tristos on September 07, 2011, 10:26:44 PM
You needum' my sprocket? It's still new, and still free......
don't fit the new bikes, apparently
Hey teddy how's the hm? ...
btw, very cool looking bike you've got ...
it's good so far... getting used to the height. although, I still haven't tried riding with my sidi boots yet (MUCH thinner sole). hopefully that won't be too tall for me
I tried one when I was in Miami a few weeks ago, it's a bit too tall for me, but, if I had the $$ I'd get the same one, same color scheme, black on black ...
the 1100 was completely too tall for me... the low seat on the 796 isn't so bad. feels like it sits a smidge higher than the old stroodle
Well as said, it was about 1" too tall for my feet to be flat on the floor ... but, I could do one flat foot and another on the bike ..
you get used to the one foot thing :)
of course, I'd love to be able to flat foot both sides when sitting... but it's not the end of the world. we'll see how bad it is with those sidis lol
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 08, 2011, 09:29:18 AM
you get used to the one foot thing :)
of course, I'd love to be able to flat foot both sides when sitting... but it's not the end of the world. we'll see how bad it is with those sidis lol
indeed one does ...;D
Cleaned the bike, lubed the chain and tightened a few screws being rattled loose...it was quality bonding time. Started packing for my trip back to DC...I'm hoping to get a Sunday morning ride-in before my mid-afternoon flight.
Flew into a powerless San Diego yesterday evening...motorbiked through the valleys east and south of San Diego this afternoon for about three hours... [Dolph]
Fly home on Monday...I miss my Duc... :(
Too bad your coming back this week, I'll be in LA next wkend...I'm hoping to get some track time at Streets of Willow Springs.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 09, 2011, 04:49:21 PM
Flew into a powerless San Diego yesterday evening...motorbiked through the valleys east and south of San Diego this afternoon for about three hours... [Dolph]
Fly home on Monday...I miss my Duc... :(
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We had some fun today. Took a newbie over the Pali and around Norfolk and 13 turns and back over Pali. Dropped them off at bottom of Pali and went to South Seas. Just 3 of us today. Me, Jing & Cary. Did a semi-sporting run over Tantalus, maybe a semi-sporting sporting run. Then out to Snake Road. Made a good call in not running up on one lone car on Pineapple Road. I thought it looked suspicious and the closer I got to it I thought I could make out a bubble gum ball on top and sure enough I was right. [roll]
Learning how to plan Advanced Stryker Gunnery Tables today. Ugh. [bang]
Just arrived in DC...jet lagged and trying to pry myself out of the hotel room to visit my folks before my team meeting tonight. This place makes Waikiki and H-1 traffic look like a joke.
Flew into HIA at 12:45 this afternoon...I'm tired, but it's nice to be home... ;D
Hah! Wheels up in 5 hours. Back next week.
Quote from: MadDuck on September 12, 2011, 06:45:25 PM
Hah! Wheels up in 5 hours. Back next week.
Where you goin'... :o
nothing fun today... pay some bills, look at panniers, look at airsoft pistols.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 13, 2011, 09:33:31 PM
nothing fun today... pay some bills, look at panniers, look at airsoft pistols.
gun or rifle?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on September 14, 2011, 04:10:44 PM
gun or rifle?
blowback pistols... I don't play, I just had an idea for a side project... thought it'd be cool to dress up a pistol to look like the M6/S automag from halo 3 ODST
yes. lame.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 14, 2011, 05:19:40 PM
blowback pistols... I don't play, I just had an idea for a side project... thought it'd be cool to dress up a pistol to look like the M6/S automag from halo 3 ODST
yes. lame.
Have an idea that is a very popular vidgame ... I don't play so, ... I knew you meant those guns, I have a SigSauer P226 and a P229 replica and getting a M4 short replica ...
nice!
I think the HK mk23 SOCOM is my best bet as a base... or the match .45
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 14, 2011, 05:28:05 PM
nice!
I think the HK mk23 SOCOM is my best bet as a base... or the match .45
HK Mk23 .. nice piece ... the one I like the most is the USP in .40S&W ... just love that caliber ...
maint icon turned on [thumbsup]
I also now have termi envy. stupid R-Lo.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 18, 2011, 04:28:55 PM
maint icon turned on [thumbsup]
I also now have termi envy. stupid R-Lo.
You gonna ride the Pirellis? to the wire soon ...
Are teh Termis, Side by side or shotgun?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on September 18, 2011, 04:35:29 PM
You gonna ride the Pirellis? to the wire soon ...
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Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on September 18, 2011, 04:35:29 PM
Are teh Termis, Side by side or shotgun?
R-Lo's are low mounts (695)... I really like the hyper's 2-1 Ti system. but I don't like the price. otherwise they have a carbon 2-2 slip-on that is undertail like the stock
Nice
of course, that really is about as far as I'm willing/able to throw it over.
I haz teh slow.
Went down.
I was on the KTM. One of the people from today's ride decided that he wanted to turn right, right into me.
Is he alive?
woah, wha? ...the make the beast with two backs?
are you ok?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on September 18, 2011, 06:55:38 PM
Is he alive?
Yes
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 18, 2011, 06:56:29 PM
woah, wha? ...the make the beast with two backs?
are you ok?
I'm good for the most part. Left leg is a little banged up, but that's about it. One thing I found out, Super Dukes crash well.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 18, 2011, 07:04:13 PM
Yes
I'm good for the most part. Left leg is a little banged up, but that's about it. One thing I found out, Super Dukes crash well.
Good to hear you're mostly OK, but, not a good way to learn how crashworthy a bike is ...
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 18, 2011, 07:04:13 PM
One thing I found out, Super Dukes crash well.
I suppose that's good news... glad you're ok
DRKWNG, I'm glad you're doing ok...I hope you get well soon.
I'm wrapping up my whirl wind tour and should arrive HNL Monday night. I was fortunate to spend today playing in the desert at Willow Springs, CA...I had a great leg workout, but it's not the same without the Sunday JJ crew.
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Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on September 18, 2011, 07:06:44 PM
Good to hear you're mostly OK, but, not a good way to learn how crashworthy a bike is ...
Bummers about the crash, but good to hear that you're okay...hope the SD is not too bad off...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 18, 2011, 11:33:04 PM
hope the SD is not too bad off...
It made it through remarkably unscathed. Scuffed up the upper and lower frame slider on the right side, the bar end and the peg on the new rear-sets, plus a scratch on the mirror. The only things that actually got broken was the front brake lever (at the break-away point) and the left rear turn signal, which either his bike took off or my foot did when I (mini) high-sided my way into the air.
Well, shit. Very glad that you're mostly OK & the bike too.
Glad to hear u r okay.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 18, 2011, 05:07:39 PM
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R-Lo's are low mounts (695)... I really like the hyper's 2-1 Ti system. but I don't like the price. otherwise they have a carbon 2-2 slip-on that is undertail like the stock
Good on you for gettin' with it. [thumbsup] The Hyper is about turning and not top speed but, of course, you already know that!
I installed the Termi 1 into 2 slip ons on my friends HM1100. They won't make big noise even with the dB killers out. Your old 620 with the Arrows was louder than the slip on set up. I know because my friend's wife has a 620 and it's louder than his Hyper. The good thing with that is the ECU and the fueling. I'd go with the the 2 into 1 pipe up the side but as you say....... very pricey. :P
Maybe you could get a homemade exhaust recipe from Will. ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on September 21, 2011, 09:50:02 AM
I installed the Termi 1 into 2 slip ons on my friends HM1100. They won't make big noise even with the dB killers out. Your old 620 with the Arrows was louder than the slip on set up. I know because my friend's wife has a 620 and it's louder than his Hyper. The good thing with that is the ECU and the fueling. I'd go with the the 2 into 1 pipe up the side but as you say....... very pricey. :P
I'm fine with it not being loud, just miss the deeper tone and all that. if I stay undertail, I do like how the Zard pentas look, and I don't know if I really need the full cat-deleted setup and all that. also not sure about the whole ECU reflash thing vs. warranty.
my issue with the termi is that it's CF... not a fan, really. I was also told that the extended warranty applies to DP bits installed on the bike, so sticking with termi would make the most sense.
meh. broke anyway. exhaust is waaayyyy down the line if I ever do it. [roll]
This was the route we were on last Sunday, when Brian took me out.
http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=I-66+W&daddr=38.76579,-78.07694+to:38.67526,-78.41432+to:38.53913,-78.88355+to:39.02396,-79.56628+to:38.9900389,-79.8368097+to:38.9326573,-79.8529887+to:US-33+W%2FUS-48%2FW+Virginia+55+W+to:I-66+E&hl=en&ll=38.672645,-78.74176&spn=1.29088,2.90863&sll=38.786204,-77.34169&sspn=0.32221,0.727158&geocode=FX7AUAIdTndi-w%3BFd6ETwId9KNY-yml-axGT9K1iTGCuRNPRczplw%3BFTwjTgIdEH5T-yknY8XqO0y0iTFNVmYeyXMcdA%3BFXoPTAIdIlVM-ynp9gQm1e20iTEqZLoSGdsQCA%3BFVh1UwIdOOpB-ymbUS-M-M9KiDGal19tFo3Wlg%3BFdbwUgIdd8k9-yn3_OFzguZKiDHn_xC9JcYjSg%3BFbEQUgIdRIo9-ykluPZwuONKiDELdBhabMIfnw%3BFfLIUQIdmGtC-w%3BFfy_UAIdxnxi-w&vpsrc=6&mra=dme&mrsp=8&sz=11&via=1,2,3,4,5,6&t=m&z=9 (http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=I-66+W&daddr=38.76579,-78.07694+to:38.67526,-78.41432+to:38.53913,-78.88355+to:39.02396,-79.56628+to:38.9900389,-79.8368097+to:38.9326573,-79.8529887+to:US-33+W%2FUS-48%2FW+Virginia+55+W+to:I-66+E&hl=en&ll=38.672645,-78.74176&spn=1.29088,2.90863&sll=38.786204,-77.34169&sspn=0.32221,0.727158&geocode=FX7AUAIdTndi-w%3BFd6ETwId9KNY-yml-axGT9K1iTGCuRNPRczplw%3BFTwjTgIdEH5T-yknY8XqO0y0iTFNVmYeyXMcdA%3BFXoPTAIdIlVM-ynp9gQm1e20iTEqZLoSGdsQCA%3BFVh1UwIdOOpB-ymbUS-M-M9KiDGal19tFo3Wlg%3BFdbwUgIdd8k9-yn3_OFzguZKiDHn_xC9JcYjSg%3BFbEQUgIdRIo9-ykluPZwuONKiDELdBhabMIfnw%3BFfLIUQIdmGtC-w%3BFfy_UAIdxnxi-w&vpsrc=6&mra=dme&mrsp=8&sz=11&via=1,2,3,4,5,6&t=m&z=9)
looks like a nice ride ...
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 21, 2011, 06:27:42 PM
This was the route we were on last Sunday, when Brian took me out.
http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=I-66+W&daddr=38.76579,-78.07694+to:38.67526,-78.41432+to:38.53913,-78.88355+to:39.02396,-79.56628+to:38.9900389,-79.8368097+to:38.9326573,-79.8529887+to:US-33+W%2FUS-48%2FW+Virginia+55+W+to:I-66+E&hl=en&ll=38.672645,-78.74176&spn=1.29088,2.90863&sll=38.786204,-77.34169&sspn=0.32221,0.727158&geocode=FX7AUAIdTndi-w%3BFd6ETwId9KNY-yml-axGT9K1iTGCuRNPRczplw%3BFTwjTgIdEH5T-yknY8XqO0y0iTFNVmYeyXMcdA%3BFXoPTAIdIlVM-ynp9gQm1e20iTEqZLoSGdsQCA%3BFVh1UwIdOOpB-ymbUS-M-M9KiDGal19tFo3Wlg%3BFdbwUgIdd8k9-yn3_OFzguZKiDHn_xC9JcYjSg%3BFbEQUgIdRIo9-ykluPZwuONKiDELdBhabMIfnw%3BFfLIUQIdmGtC-w%3BFfy_UAIdxnxi-w&vpsrc=6&mra=dme&mrsp=8&sz=11&via=1,2,3,4,5,6&t=m&z=9 (http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=I-66+W&daddr=38.76579,-78.07694+to:38.67526,-78.41432+to:38.53913,-78.88355+to:39.02396,-79.56628+to:38.9900389,-79.8368097+to:38.9326573,-79.8529887+to:US-33+W%2FUS-48%2FW+Virginia+55+W+to:I-66+E&hl=en&ll=38.672645,-78.74176&spn=1.29088,2.90863&sll=38.786204,-77.34169&sspn=0.32221,0.727158&geocode=FX7AUAIdTndi-w%3BFd6ETwId9KNY-yml-axGT9K1iTGCuRNPRczplw%3BFTwjTgIdEH5T-yknY8XqO0y0iTFNVmYeyXMcdA%3BFXoPTAIdIlVM-ynp9gQm1e20iTEqZLoSGdsQCA%3BFVh1UwIdOOpB-ymbUS-M-M9KiDGal19tFo3Wlg%3BFdbwUgIdd8k9-yn3_OFzguZKiDHn_xC9JcYjSg%3BFbEQUgIdRIo9-ykluPZwuONKiDELdBhabMIfnw%3BFfLIUQIdmGtC-w%3BFfy_UAIdxnxi-w&vpsrc=6&mra=dme&mrsp=8&sz=11&via=1,2,3,4,5,6&t=m&z=9)
Was it just not clearing a turn or was it more a he thinks a right turn is happening and you think a straight is happening? Almost like when Lester almost took out Craig down at the bottom of Snake Road where the right turn to Haleiwa is?
Did I miss something or was there little to none discussion of that over at CAM?
Well... I had never been on the part of the route that we were on, so Brian was leading. We had discussed ahead of time that we were going to stay on Old 55W for most of the way, so all seemed good. We were coming up on an intersection, with a stop sign, that was sign posted O 55W straight ahead, so we were all slowing down. As we were almost at the intersection, I started to pull alongside Brian just as he leaned over and decided to turn right without indicating. Didn't really have any time to react as he ran into me immediately after he initiated the turn. I started to reach out and push/kick him away, but both bikes had already tangled by then and down we went.
Haven't really been talking much about it over in CAM as I said what I had to say to him at the scene.
1st service, bought torque wrench, lunch.
firefight thursday.
Put up 12 new screens and rescreened four others at Ken's new place this afternoon...having a Stella Artois at the moment... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 23, 2011, 08:22:16 PM
Put up 12 new screens and rescreened four others at Ken's new place this afternoon...having a Stella Artois at the moment... ;D
I'll also go ahead and get a coupleof those at the specialty liquor store on my Oktoberfest purchase trip .. !!!
BTW, how autocross going?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on September 24, 2011, 05:29:58 AM
BTW, how autocross going?
Missed the last one because I was helping our my son, next one is on the 2nd...
did make the beast with two backs all today. should have just stayed in bed.
There's still time.
and that's why I'm on my bed surfing the internet [coffee]
(http://roleepolee.com/bed-surfer-10-29-09-b.jpg)
what the...
Had a great time catching up with Rick, Gene, Brandon and finally met Gloria. Spent some time getting to know the crew at Montgomery motorsports...Brandon talked me into crossing to the other side of dirt bikes :-)
Well, I'm off to set up my dive gear for tomorrow AM...I'll be there in spirit for the JJ run.
Did a 11.25 mi ride on the Pegoretti this morning. Small potatoes for sure but at this point it's re-hab for a damaged left leg and all is good, or as good as it will get. The body starts breaking down before the mind when you get older despite claims of some younger folk. ;) It's redefining how I approach life but not in my determination to fight the onset of advancing years. ;D
The Hypermotard only needed a new battery and my contribution of said battery ensures me of more riding time on it.
Did an empirical test of the cylinder head temps & exhaust pipe temps on Gene's Streetfighter. There is no significant difference between the cooling and running of the horizontal cylinder vs. the vertical cylinder either at idle or when revving the engine. One sample is by no means definitive or conclusive but is encouraging when it comes to testing other bike samples.
Sorted out Tori's 620 engine running problems, or close to it. This took patience and flat out grunt work of swapping tank/fuel pump assemblies.
The problem will be either the fuel pump or the fuel filter. Given the limited resources to repair the problem I suspect I'll attack the fuel filter first. If that doesn't fix it then it'll be the fuel pump output (which I suspect is the real culprit) and that will start an interesting round of negotiations as far as repair costs go.
Finished off the day having some cold Sierra Nevada Anniversary Black Ale and a rare Avo 85th Anniversary cigar.
Looking forward to a fun ride tomorrow morning.
Oh, I may also be taking my calabash nephew out dirt bike riding w/ Brandon & crew. Now I'll have to get some new gear. [roll]
Looks like Rick is about to own two 620s. :D
No no no & no! There will be some money coming my way. Tori's bike isn't going to be done totally free and the yellow bike is already in the parting out stages.
Found out last night that I made the promotion list. Should be official on the first.
Quote from: zzilla on September 25, 2011, 09:07:51 AM
Found out last night that I made the promotion list. Should be official on the first.
Congrats!..E-?... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 25, 2011, 10:12:04 AM
Congrats!..E-?... [thumbsup]
E-6 finally. Been waiting on points to drop since August.
Congrats ... correct if I'm wrong, but that gives you bars intead of stripes or ?
looks like this
(http://www.iragreen.com/images/upload/thumb/75a4f9b1b7f46741eda6819a4bde9b3b.jpg)
Quote from: zzilla on September 25, 2011, 05:34:08 PM
looks like this
(http://www.iragreen.com/images/upload/thumb/75a4f9b1b7f46741eda6819a4bde9b3b.jpg)
1st Sgt?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on September 25, 2011, 05:37:30 PM
1st Sgt?
It's Staff Sergeant. Congrats on the promotion/selection ZZILLA.
Semper Fi,
Majdi E.
Quote from: freeflydive on September 25, 2011, 08:15:38 PM
It's Staff Sergeant. Congrats on the promotion/selection ZZILLA.
Semper Fi,
Majdi E.
Oh, OK, sorry, here it's called 1st Sgt ...thanks for the correction !
Another tank replaced today by Will, compliments of Ducati. I didn't realize how deformed it was until I saw how much the key guard is off-set from the new tank. Will introduced me to Eddie...appears to be a stand up guy with an extensive background with working on I-4 bikes and is excited about transitioning to wrenching on Ducs. Meanwhile, I think Will makes a great mentor/teacher.
create a very large, very stainless paperweight
Is it bigger than a stainless breadbox paperweight?
Quote from: jebus tristos on September 30, 2011, 09:47:56 AM
Is it bigger than a stainless breadbox paperweight?
I am not at liberty to discuss the details of said paperweight
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 30, 2011, 01:56:48 PM
I am not at liberty to discuss the details of said paperweight
How about a picture then?... [evil]
Well. I've got a 17" paper weight between my range and kitchen counter ... is black and says Brembo ...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 30, 2011, 05:06:07 PM
How about a picture then?... [evil]
yeah... no. your curiosity is not worth my job.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 01, 2011, 02:31:40 AM
yeah... no. your curiosity is not worth my job.
actually, inquiring minds want to know !!
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on October 01, 2011, 05:05:33 AM
actually, inquiring minds want to know !!
They'll have to keep wanting without the required clearance and demonstrated need to know.
Just sayin...
^ what he said
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 01, 2011, 06:06:24 AM
They'll have to keep wanting without the required clearance and demonstrated need to know.
Just sayin...
Actually you could tell them but then you'd have to kill them. [laugh]
Quote from: MadDuck on October 01, 2011, 12:43:01 PM
Actually you could tell them but then you'd have to kill them. [laugh]
He's not cleared high enough for the info that requires that "treatment". [cheeky]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 01, 2011, 01:35:56 PM
He's not cleared high enough for the info that requires that "treatment". [cheeky]
So then, just a few broken bones here & there to make sure he gets the message? [evil]
Quote from: MadDuck on October 01, 2011, 02:13:03 PM
So then, just a few broken bones here & there to make sure he gets the message? [evil]
oh, if only....
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 01, 2011, 04:48:39 PM
oh, if only....
Has anyone actually told you that you specifically
can't do that?
Quote from: jebus tristos on October 01, 2011, 05:00:02 PM
Has anyone actually told you that you specifically can't do that?
not that I recall, but there's probably some obscure, self-invoking instruction out there [cheeky]
Readied the car for tomorrow's autox...possibly my last one...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 01, 2011, 07:09:28 PM
Readied the car for tomorrow's autox...possibly my last one...
What? Why?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 01, 2011, 07:18:47 PM
More fun to ride the SF with the guys on Sundays...
Very good reason ....
Then I assume that we will not see you tomorrow but that we'll see you next week. [Dolph] ---- Maybe Will can come out too!
Took Tori's gas tank apart and found seriously deteriorated fuel hose from the fuel pump to the filter and from the filter to the feed pipe. The pump passes the fuel pressure test so this will end up being a labor intensive but overall cheap fix parts wise.
YAY!!
Then had good blast around T with a couple buddies. [evil]
Quote from: MadDuck on October 02, 2011, 12:45:22 AM
Then I assume that we will not see you tomorrow but that we'll see you next week. [Dolph] ---- Maybe Will can come out too!
Going to Japan on Tuesday, so it will be the 16th at the earliest...weather permitting... ;D
Ah see u in couple weeks then, safe travel.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 02, 2011, 01:01:33 AM
Going to Japan on Tuesday, so it will be the 16th at the earliest...weather permitting... ;D
Good luck with your upcoming auto-X and hope you and the wife have a safe travels. See you soon.
so far...
install pazzo shorties, tweak my back idktf how >:(, have a bit of a nap on the floor in the living room.
had some demolition fun this weekend. lots more dirt digging to come!
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/2011-10-02_18-30-01_340.jpg)
Quote from: whackie on October 03, 2011, 02:37:37 AM
had some demolition fun this weekend. lots more dirt digging to come!
(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x218/kahokulani50/2011-10-02_18-30-01_340.jpg)
day'um, that's some serious work...puttin' in a pool?... ;D
fighter,
how was autoX?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on October 03, 2011, 04:00:24 PM
fighter,
how was autoX?
It was okay...I was the fastest 69 year old, 31 of 78 overall...my son did better, 9th overall and just missed 2nd OA but he barely clipped a cone...he can really hustle his E30M3... [evil]
jajajajaja .. on the age thing !!
E30 ... niiiiiice
snack on aleve... shop for new lid... pick up my first warranty part for the girl lol
Noticed that the oil "sight" tube on the SD has a crack in it. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 07, 2011, 01:40:16 PM
Noticed that the oil "sight" tube on the SD has a crack in it. [thumbsdown]
Cracked as in can't ride the bike or cracked as in damn now there is more work to do?
Residual effect from the fall down a couple of weeks ago?
Quote from: MacDuck on October 07, 2011, 11:21:22 PM
Cracked as in can't ride the bike or cracked as in damn now there is more work to do?
Residual effect from the fall down a couple of weeks ago?
Cracked as in: I'm pretty sure I can still ride it, but... Do I want to risk it? We were heading to WV this morning and I'd hate to be out there and have the thing let go. Plus, now that I know about it, I'd be thinking about it WAY too much while riding. Thinking about that sight tube instead of that quickly approaching turn on the mountain road = [thumbsdown]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 08, 2011, 01:59:04 AM
Cracked as in: I'm pretty sure I can still ride it, but... Do I want to risk it? We were heading to WV this morning and I'd hate to be out there and have the thing let go. Plus, now that I know about it, I'd be thinking about it WAY too much while riding. Thinking about that sight tube instead of that quickly approaching turn on the mountain road = [thumbsdown]
Get the dust of the SC then !
Yeah, but he wanted to try out the new tires on the SD!
install new shifter boot, fiddle with lever setup, abandon hope for mounting panniers...
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 09, 2011, 02:54:59 PM
install new shifter boot, fiddle with lever setup, abandon hope for mounting panniers...
Whyfer? Nothing made for the bike?
Quote from: jebus tristos on October 09, 2011, 03:02:33 PM
Whyfer? Nothing made for the bike?
nope. hepco-becker makes a top rack and a saddlebag mount, nothing for hard cases.
was looking at the subframe to see if there was any handy spot to fab some kind of mount and use/modify the one meant for the old multistrada. turns out most of the bits on the back of the tard (plate holder, sigs, lower mount for side panels) all bolt onto the exhaust cans.
they share the same footpegs, and that hole behind the passenger pegs is still tapped, so that's at least one point to connect. the only thing I can think of would be to have something drape over the top of the bike, connected to the top rack.
Ducati Hypermotard luggage rack (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SF4c6GSwIvE#)
^ wow. that hurt my brain.
it's also just a top rack, which is a part I can find (DP even has one)
Then get you a top rack, and hang this from it.
(http://www.ducati.ms/forums/attachments/hypermotard/48245d1242765391-who-has-cortech-bag-back-bike-hm040.jpg)
Hell, just get that and hang it from the bike.
I was looking for hard cases...
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on October 09, 2011, 05:01:05 PM
go with Givi ...
they don't have anything bolt-on for the tard. nobody does, AFAIK
:edit: worst-case, I run a tailbag. not a big deal since I'm not in the moto class until late nov. [roll]
but panniers would look so frickin' cool on that bike
I'll find something and email to you .. don;t worry
Get a top rack mount like that one and then fab up some Pelican Case mounts. DTM had a set up like that on his SMC when he came through a couple of months ago.
how bout this
http://www.chromeworld.com/ProductDetails/ProductDetails.aspx?pid={39ded081-62d9-4f86-937e-59f6a7ae09d3}&gid={866d8d52-a5b3-452a-b53e-c81d96d92fb1}&GroupName=Ducati+Hypermotard+1100+evo+Luggage&pname=First+Gear+Laguna+Exspandalbe+Saddlebags&Referer=&Alias=&ptct=SGR-SR&CTitle=& (http://www.chromeworld.com/ProductDetails/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=%7B39ded081-62d9-4f86-937e-59f6a7ae09d3%7D&gid=%7B866d8d52-a5b3-452a-b53e-c81d96d92fb1%7D&GroupName=Ducati+Hypermotard+1100+evo+Luggage&pname=First+Gear+Laguna+Exspandalbe+Saddlebags&Referer=&Alias=&ptct=SGR-SR&CTitle=&)
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 09, 2011, 05:25:29 PM
Get a top rack mount like that one and then fab up some Pelican Case mounts. DTM had a set up like that on his SMC when he came through a couple of months ago.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 09, 2011, 04:10:33 PM
they share the same footpegs, and that hole behind the passenger pegs is still tapped, so that's at least one point to connect. the only thing I can think of would be to have something drape over the top of the bike, connected to the top rack.
Quoting yourself is just like referring to yourself in third person; a symptom of delusional behavior, such as schizophrenia. Just saying...
well, teddy is a goalie... those kind ain't normal
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 09, 2011, 04:48:17 PM
^ wow. that hurt my brain.
Clearly grammar and spelling are not prerequisites for ingenuity. Really a nice, logical, well thought out demonstration ruined by the worst text ever written.
Quote from: jebus tristos on October 10, 2011, 09:56:23 AM
Clearly grammar and spelling are not prerequisites for ingenuity.
indeed.
oh well. probably just get a new pack for now. maybe use my tax returns next year to splurge on luggage.
Flew in from Naha via Narita yesterday/today and I'm beat...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 14, 2011, 04:55:26 PM
Flew in from Naha via Narita yesterday/today and I'm beat...
but you know where, timewise, you are?
much frustration.
hotel booked.
print up stuff.
still no travel orders [roll]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 14, 2011, 04:55:26 PM
Flew in from Naha via Narita yesterday/today and I'm beat...
Enjoy walking along the sea wall for me. I miss diving in Naha, Mida point and Okuma...makes the diving in Hawaii boring! Have safe travels w/ family and hope to see you soon.
bag packed, ran some errands on the bike, lunch at pho king.
that off-throttle popping is getting more prominent... should I be concerned?
anyhoo, it'll have to wait til I get back. this week better rock [roll]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 16, 2011, 07:18:34 PM
bag packed, ran some errands on the bike, lunch at pho king.
that off-throttle popping is getting more prominent... should I be concerned?
anyhoo, it'll have to wait til I get back. this week better rock [roll]
Trim adjustment? ...
Added a bit of color to the bike. Made progress in physical therapy. Had a good ride with the gang today...... Read through a BMW Motorad magazine that Brandon gave to me...... very dangerous reading [Dolph]
I was on coconut island longer than anticipated and wasn't able to join the ride. Rick...what changes did you make to your already great looking bike? I'm glad to hear PT is working out for you...I need to make my appointment for my lower back!
Well, back to my pre-recorded moto-GP race.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 16, 2011, 07:18:34 PM
bag packed, ran some errands on the bike, lunch at pho king.
that off-throttle popping is getting more prominent... should I be concerned?
anyhoo, it'll have to wait til I get back. this week better rock [roll]
Where joo going? Another Washington trip?
Quote from: freeflydive on October 17, 2011, 01:57:31 AM
I was on coconut island longer than anticipated and wasn't able to join the ride. Rick...what changes did you make to your already great looking bike? I'm glad to hear PT is working out for you...I need to make my appointment for my lower back!
Well, back to my pre-recorded moto-GP race.
Too bad you didn't make it. We needed a fourth!! As for the changes, well......... you snooze, you loose [cheeky] (minor striping change -- you'll see it)
Good that MotoGP is almost over and effectively over as far as Stoner is concerned. C'mon 2012.
Quote from: MacDuck on October 17, 2011, 09:32:05 AM
Too bad you didn't make it. We needed a fourth!! As for the changes, well......... you snooze, you loose [cheeky] (minor striping change -- you'll see it)
Good that MotoGP is almost over and effectively over as far as Stoner is concerned. C'mon 2012.
I was there in spirit...trust me, I was a grumpy man for an hour once I realized I couldn't make it...even though I ride my bike everyday, the Sunday meetup is one of the few things I look forward to throughout the week.
Looking forward to seeing your the changes on your bike...want to stripe my wheels?! I'd ask if you'd help, but w/ my impatience and less that precise hands I'm better off standing in the background!
As for MotoGP...it's been a boring and unfortunate season... (unduly edited by the moderator [leo]) I hope Ducati has created a better bike, for 2012, that's on par with the talented crew and riders they pay.
Quote from: freeflydive on October 17, 2011, 11:03:16 PM
Looking forward to seeing your the changes on your bike...want to stripe my wheels?! I'd ask if you'd help, but w/ my impatience and less that precise hands I'm better off standing in the background!
... Don't post spoilers in a thread without a warning.
We can stripe the wheels. A lot depends on the tape that is used as far as patience goes.
Sorry about the minor spoiler. I didn't spill all of the beans. [roll] Did you think that it would go any other way with Stoner being on his home track? It was pretty surprising about the Fiat Yamaha guys though. [thumbsdown]
That was me that editing Madji's post. Took out the part where he gave away the result of the race.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 18, 2011, 01:39:48 PM
That was me that editing Madji's post. Took out the part where he gave away the result of the race.
I like cheeeeeeeeeese.
No, but you didn't state that one particular person one the race. [cheeky]
Quote from: MacDuck on October 18, 2011, 09:27:23 AM
We can stripe the wheels. A lot depends on the tape that is used as far as patience goes.
I ordered pre-curved stripes from http://www.srsigndesign.com/id5.html (http://www.srsigndesign.com/id5.html) a while ago. I'll bring them by for you to checkout, but I'm open to ordering whatever brand/vendor you recommend since I know you've already done your homework.
Thanks in advance [beer]
Quote from: MacDuck on October 18, 2011, 11:32:26 PM
I like cheeeeeeeeeese.
And there you have it folks........ the unseen arm of a distant moderator completely wiping out my post and replacing it with........... I don't know ......... something else
Quote from: freeflydive on October 19, 2011, 04:30:46 AM
I ordered pre-curved stripes from http://www.srsigndesign.com/id5.html (http://www.srsigndesign.com/id5.html) a while ago. I'll bring them by for you to checkout, but I'm open to ordering whatever brand/vendor you recommend since I know you've already done your homework.
Thanks in advance [beer]
Homework? Me? You give me far too much credit. I'm like a stick floating downstream bumping off the rocks as I go.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 19, 2011, 02:30:50 AM
No, but you didn't state that one particular person one won the race. [cheeky]
I can fix things too. It's one of those tricky English language things. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on October 19, 2011, 09:38:06 AM
And there you have it folks........ the unseen arm of a distant moderator completely wiping out my post and replacing it with........... I don't know ......... something else
lol Something irrelevant? I just wiped the part where you said you were partially guilty as well, as it went back to giving away the result of the race.
I respect your mod duties [leo], but I don't think my post required editing or a partial deletion. I don't know anyone that thought the outcome was going to be different. The print media and motoGP race commentators have speculated this outcome for well over a month...I equate it to someone being shocked that Checka won WSBK. I'll respect the rules and will keep race related comments under the spoiler thread.
Yes...I do enjoy cheese w/ my "whine" [wine]
I edited your post because there is a long standing rule that no member will announce the result of any race unless it is either in a thread where that information is expected, and/or the post itself gives fair warning that there is a spoiler within. There are plenty of cases (no, I'm not talking about myself here) where people have avoided the media sources that are known to post results of a race just to find that someone had posted the info up in a thread. Regardless of what anyone expected out of the race/season, posting a spoiler is something we just don't do here.
Quote from: MacDuck on October 19, 2011, 09:46:10 AM
I can fix things too. It's one of those tricky English language things. ;D
It's an iPhone thing. You wouldn't understand. [cheeky]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 20, 2011, 03:31:46 AM
It's an iPhone thing. You wouldn't understand. [cheeky]
( In a cranky, curmudgeonly voice ) You're darn right! And not sure of any appreciable benefit or otherwise life enhancing experience either! Yet, anyway. I do recognize the value of this for others though in the ever increasing networking rage. There is a part of me that understands the potential for economic benefit from this but it seems to require an almost slavish devotion to being "on the grid" at all times. For the time being I think I'd rather limit my time there and I do fantasize about being totally "off the grid" but that is just not all that possible.
Did somebody say "GET OFF MY LAWN"?
[cheeky]
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on October 16, 2011, 08:05:30 PM
Trim adjustment? ...
they said everything was shiny at the 600 service
Quote from: jebus tristos on October 17, 2011, 07:04:20 AM
Where joo going? Another Washington trip?
yep, was in bremerton again. basically got a job offer, too lol
overall, the last two weeks have been way more stress than I need in my life
Aloha kakou ...
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 20, 2011, 04:21:44 PM
they said everything was shiny at the 600 service
yep, was in bremerton again. basically got a job offer, too lol
overall, the last two weeks have been way more stress than I need in my life
OK, on the all ok on 600svc ... but weird since you are complaining ...
Is it a good offer, good enough to leave Paradise?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on October 20, 2011, 04:49:24 PM
OK, on the all ok on 600svc ... but weird since you are complaining ...
Is it a good offer, good enough to leave Paradise?
yep, everything checked out, but the 100-ish miles since, that pop has gotten more noticable, and annoying. also getting pretty tired of the 4k surge... I might need to start saving my pennies for a 14T and DP ECU
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 20, 2011, 04:55:15 PM
yep, everything checked out, but the 100-ish miles since, that pop has gotten more noticable, and annoying. also getting pretty tired of the 4k surge... I might need to start saving my pennies for a 14T and DP ECU
first week of November, I'm installing, if I get the pads, the big brakes on my bike ... 320mm+Goldline 4pot+floating rotors+radial masters+Oberon slave clutch cylinder ...
the 4 pots are fantastic brakes... two fingers for pull and it just scrubs off speed [Dolph]
what size masters are you going to run?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 20, 2011, 05:03:53 PM
the 4 pots are fantastic brakes... two fingers for pull and it just scrubs off speed [Dolph]
what size masters are you going to run?
they came off a M1000Sie >>> 2005 ... think brake is 16mm and clutch is 13mm
the S had radials? or are they the gold pee-cups?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 20, 2011, 05:08:16 PM
the S had radials? or are they the gold pee-cups?
Yes ... well, with plastic round reservoirs ... I have already Frentubo lines for all brakes and clutch ... SSR reservoir caps Braking rotors and will have EBC pads ... and by this time next year, ADSS powder coated black ..
ahhh, okie. you'll be running the same setup I had on my old bike, then [thumbsup] well, iirc I had the evo slave... good stuff, though, you'll like it a lot!
Pretty sure the M1000Sie's had goldline masters...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 20, 2011, 05:20:27 PM
Pretty sure the M1000Sie's had goldline masters...
Yes I got the masters and the calipers off the same bike ... with lines ... the only black caliper now is the rear one ... but, I only use it on traffic lights and very very emergency braking situations
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on October 20, 2011, 04:49:24 PM
Is it a good offer, good enough to leave Paradise?
it wasn't anything official, and if it were to even happen, I'd be taking a pay cut.
then add the headaches of dealing with this place, finding a new place, the cost of moving, etc. [roll]
but the pros would be the intangibles of the work environment, the ability to road-trip, etc.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 20, 2011, 04:55:15 PM
also getting pretty tired of the 4k surge... I might need to start saving my pennies for a 14T and DP ECU
Do your research before you pop for the DP ECU as the newer ones run closed loop below 5k rpms and will not cure any fueling issues below that point...you'll more than likely need an ECU reflash ($250-$300) unless you want to go with something tuneable like the Bazzaz...FatDucs are a less expensive option if available for your bike, but won't do the job as well as a reflash...good luck!
if the race kit eliminates the cat and O2 sensors, wouldn't that cease to be closed loop? i'd imagine the DP ECU that comes with that would be ok
Quote from: teddy037.3 on October 20, 2011, 07:36:13 PM
if the race kit eliminates the cat and O2 sensors, wouldn't that cease to be closed loop? i'd imagine the DP ECU that comes with that would be ok
The race kit ECU runs in closed loop mode on newer Ducatis, from 2009 and onward I believe...see below response from DNA in reference to a letter regarding this subject from a fellow F1098 owner...
Dear Mr. Kloss,
Thank you for contacting Ducati North America.
We are happy to hear that you are pleased with the performance of your new Ducati Streetfighter. In regards to your question about the Full Racing Exhaust Kit, this is a closed loop system. We hope that you continue to enjoy this wonderful machine.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us or an Authorized Ducati Dealership. To find an Authorized Ducati Dealership, please visit www.ducatiusa.com (//http://) (//http://) and click on "Dealer Locator" or utilize our dealer locator by phoning 1-800-231-6696.
Best regards,
Customer Service
DUCATI North America
10443 Bandley Drive
Cupertino, CA 95014
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 20, 2011, 01:53:55 PM
Did somebody say "GET OFF MY LAWN"?
[cheeky]
Funny you should say that. I was thinking "Walt" when I was posting the reply. ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 20, 2011, 06:19:35 PM
Do your research before you pop for the DP ECU as the newer ones run closed loop below 5k rpms and will not cure any fueling issues below that point...you'll more than likely need an ECU reflash ($250-$300) unless you want to go with something tuneable like the Bazzaz...FatDucs are a less expensive option if available for your bike, but won't do the job as well as a reflash...good luck!
All of that is true for the most part. My '09 runs an open loop but it must have been some of the early mods. Will was amazed that Majdi's ECU & cans were set up for open loop. They should have been the closed loop below 5K but for some reason they weren't. Anyhow the throttles and mixtures have to be spot on. On a related note nothing you're running can be as bad as DRKWNG's SD in it's early days. You have no idea how wild surging and backfire can get. At that time the only way around it was to just idle along or ride it harder & harder whilst holding part throttle open as you braked. [evil] [Dolph] [evil]
well, then I'm lost...
[roll]
the dp ecu for the hym796 will retain closed loop, but it will run better.
a remapped/reflashed ecu can be made to be open with that ecu.
kevin, another hym 796 owner got the full system and was happy with the results, he installed it himself being that there is not too much actual adjusting that would be done at the shop
shiny, thanks for the info will [thumbsup]
too bad I don't have any kids to sell for that 2-1...
Didn't mean to cause any confusion, just didn't want to see you spend gobs of $$$ and not get what you were wishing for...
Quote from: MacDuck on October 21, 2011, 12:14:46 AM
Funny you should say that. I was thinking "Walt" when I was posting the reply. ;D
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4153/5034406902_2d6f883872.jpg)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 21, 2011, 02:49:54 PM
Didn't mean to cause any confusion, just didn't want to see you spend gobs of $$$ and not get what you were wishing for...
np
With a little help from my son and his wife, became a grandfather again today...7 lb 6 oz healthy baby boy... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 21, 2011, 08:38:41 PM
With a little help from my son and his wife, became a grandfather again today...7 lb 6 oz healthy baby boy... ;D
Congrats !!!
. . . and enjoy ! ! !
Congrats!!!
Thanks guys... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 21, 2011, 08:38:41 PM
With a little help from my son and his wife, became a grandfather again today...7 lb 6 oz healthy baby boy... ;D
Congrats to you and your family on the new addition.
Cheers,
Majdi
Congrats grandpa!
Went down to Queen's this morning to see the little guy...while there I got to hold him which made me all warm and IZ_ inside and brought a tear to my eye... ;D
Can't touch that --- don'cha know. [thumbsup]
Just did the usual stuff today. Oil & filter long overdue on the 240D. Shift linkage bushings are not the usual MB shift rod stuff but up in the shift lever bucket. >:( Put rim strip tapes on Majdi's bike. Looks pretty good but, as always, I think I can do a better job. Good thing he has lots of extra tape. Leak tested an old Monster tank I've had for years and it checks out great.... Now Frederick can buy it and we'll install it on his/my old bike. Started stripping down the yellow 620.
Yanked out the dB killers on the 848. [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on October 23, 2011, 12:31:30 AM
Yanked out the dB killers on the 848. [evil]
I was thinking about doing the same thing today but didn't because I wanted to remain socially responsible...
screw that sh*t, gonna yank them in the morning before the JJ ride... [evil]
Cleaned/lubed the chain and watched Rick install rim tape on my wheels while I played foreman! Attended a polo scrimmage (season ended last month) while enjoying a delicious dinner at the North Shore.
I just finished watching the MotoGP race live, but was left with a pit in my stomach and tears in Teresa's eyes...may "Super Sic" RIP :'(
Quote from: MacDuck on October 23, 2011, 12:31:30 AM
Yanked out the dB killers on the 848. [evil]
Welcome back to the dark side...thanks again for installing the rim-tape for me. [beer]
Quote from: MacDuck on October 23, 2011, 12:31:30 AM
Can't touch that --- don'cha know. [thumbsup]
Just did the usual stuff today. Oil & filter long overdue on the 240D. Shift linkage bushings are not the usual MB shift rod stuff but up in the shift lever bucket. >:( Put rim strip tapes on Majdi's bike. Looks pretty good but, as always, I think I can do a better job. Good thing he has lots of extra tape. Leak tested an old Monster tank I've had for years and it checks out great.... Now Frederick can buy it and we'll install it on his/my old bike. Started stripping down the yellow 620.
Yanked out the dB killers on the 848. [evil]
Yeah....Ready for the new tank!!!! [popcorn]
I installed a new Surflex clutch pack on the 900....wow so much less clackity clack!!
And no more grabby takeoffs :D
Rode the bike to work today and notice both of my gear change rod and shifting pedal are bent. Can't imagine why they are bent. Never dropping it or anyting, but it sure answers why I have been missing the gears while shifting. Wondering if I should order new parts or just bend it back with a table vice?
Maybe someone knocked it over and picked it back up without telling you. It usually is possible to bend it straighter but might not be perfect. On a related note I will be having a perfectly straight pedal & rod coming off the yellow bike soon. ;D
Perfect. dibs on those two.
They're yours. I'll make you a good deal on them. Tomorrow will be a little bit of a bike work day as I'll be swapping a Monster fuel tank but it'll mostly be a car day as I have to change a leaking water pump on a 5.6 liter Mercedes V8. :P
Finally completed my class after a 2x hour long exam. I treated myself to a lunch date w/ Teresa, then stopped at Liquor Collection for a 6x pack of Coconut Porter and Pumpkin Ale. Dropped off the E92 to get the low pressure fuel sensor replaced. Now, we're carving pumpkins while watching Halloween (by Rob Zombie).
[beer]
SNOW
rain ...
rain ...
rain ...
:(
It's a chilly 82 degrees here [laugh] [Dolph]
Yea, but how many times have you ridden those exact same what... Seven worthwhile roads?
Quote from: freeflydive on October 29, 2011, 01:12:13 PM
It's a chilly 82 degrees here [laugh] [Dolph]
Still nice not so hot so cold weather for me ... just take away the rain ... we have those exact 82F ..
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 29, 2011, 01:43:56 PM
Yea, but how many times have you ridden those exact same what... Seven worthwhile roads?
Don't remind me! Luckily, there's a great group of guys to ride those roads with on Sunday. I've been very fortunate to get my fix and play at the VIR, Thunderbolt and Willow Springs during the year I've been here. On the other hand, Teresa misses the changing of the leaves and different seasons.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 29, 2011, 01:43:56 PM
Yea, but how many times have you ridden those exact same what... Seven worthwhile roads?
it's 14 if you ride them down and back... :-*
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 29, 2011, 07:33:38 PM
it's 14 if you ride them down and back... :-*
Especially when you have Alzheimer's. :-*
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 29, 2011, 07:33:38 PM
it's 14 if you ride them down and back... :-*
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 29, 2011, 01:43:56 PM
Yea, but how many times have you ridden those exact same what... Seven worthwhile roads?
1. Tantalus
2. Pali Hwy
3. 13 Turns
4. Norfolk
5. Tech Park
6. Snake Road
Then what?? H3?? Laukahi St.?? Kalanianaole Hwy out by Blowhole/Sandys?? Variations??
Sucks but at least we have all year. Of course, So.Cal. has that & way better roads too!
Quote from: MacDuck on October 30, 2011, 07:16:42 PM
Laukahi St.??
That and maybe some of the spots up around St Louis Heights...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 30, 2011, 08:36:50 PM
That and maybe some of the spots up around St Louis Heights...
St Louis? When did you go up there? You're probably thinking Sierra Dr. [laugh] We went up there lots with Emile & Co. and sometimes with TurnOne.
A little bit of re-cap over the weekend. Yesterday I replaced the water pump on Gloria's 560SL. That job used to pay 5.4 hours. I did it in 6 including a lunch break, so I don't feel too badly. Last time I did that job as a professional was 1996 so that's 15 years ago. Doing it in almost book time was a big plus considering some parts haven't been off that engine in over 15 years. Even the owner's son, Tytus was impressed with how much came off the front of that engine to do the job.
Then we (Gloria & me) went out to the Polynesian Cultural Center to see the Haunted Lagoon show. Got rained on during the show and while driving back to Kailua. That didn't stop me from my Sat. night beer, jazz & cigar.
It was my own special tribute & remembrance for one of the two guys that taught me bike assembly & racing Tantalus over 40 years ago. Bob Felix, RIP, was born on Halloween and he & his buddy, at the time, Jim Cushing, showed me the ropes over Tantalus when I was 20 or so. We used to ride that hill every night after work and then go have Mexican, beers, etc. I had a few beers and an Opus X cigar in Bob's memory. The stories & lessons of those days is a whole different subject but remain with me to this day.
Today I replaced the gas tank on my old Monster and it worked great. Then went out to South Seas and picked up parts for the next Bimmer project and ordered parts for the 848 upcoming valve adjustment. [thumbsup] [Dolph]
Quote from: MacDuck on October 30, 2011, 08:56:58 PM
Bob Felix, RIP, was born on Halloween
While I'll never get to know him, happy birthday Bob and may you rest in peace.
Quote from: MacDuck on October 30, 2011, 08:56:58 PM
A little bit of re-cap over the weekend. Yesterday I replaced the water pump on Gloria's 560SL. That job used to pay 5.4 hours. I did it in 6 including a lunch break, so I don't feel too badly. Last time I did that job as a professional was 1996 so that's 15 years ago. Doing it in almost book time was a big plus considering some parts haven't been off that engine in over 15 years. Even the owner's son, Tytus was impressed with how much came off the front of that engine to do the job.
Not the same, but I put a new battery in the Golf yesterday. It never ceases to amaze me just how much of the front end (inside the engine bay) has to come off/out to do anything in that car. Two neighbors stopped by and said they thought I was rebuilding the damn thing due to how many pieces I had laying out in the driveway. [laugh]
Good thing you put the battery in now! It'd be a horrible thing to have to do in a couple of months.
Just picked up the 98' Monster from MAC...he just installed a new "DENTLESS" tank for me!!! [bow_down]
looks great...got home and installed a new tank pad....feels like I am on a NEW bike!!
Many thanks MAC... [wine]
Quote from: 118811 on October 31, 2011, 01:07:53 PM
Just picked up the 98' Monster from MAC...he just installed a new "DENTLESS" tank for me!!! [bow_down]
looks great...got home and installed a new tank pad....feels like I am on a NEW bike!!
Many thanks MAC... [wine]
You're more than welcome!
Boring day at work...priced Ohlins suspension parts/labor at SSC [bang] ... now going to the SPCA to look at dogs. Oh...4 more days to EICMA and the 1199 debut [Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on November 03, 2011, 08:03:56 PM
Boring day at work...priced Ohlins suspension parts/labor at SSC [bang] ... now going to the SPCA to look at dogs. Oh...4 more days to EICMA and the 1199 OFFICIAL debut [Dolph]
there fixed it ...
Quote from: freeflydive on November 03, 2011, 08:03:56 PM
Boring day at work...priced Ohlins suspension parts/labor at SSC [bang] ... now going to the SPCA to look at dogs. Oh...4 more days to EICMA and the 1199 debut [Dolph]
2 words & 2 words.
Dan Kyle & your buddies ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on November 03, 2011, 08:26:57 PMDan Kyle & your buddies ;D
Are you volunteering your service and mentorship?
signed//
Your humble apprentice
Possibly.
Early morning run to visit the snake, cool air, no rain, no cagers...yeehaw!... ;D [Dolph]
Tearing the 620 down even more as I type. Maybe start doing some work on the red BMW later but meh, I might just take it out for a spin instead. We'll see........
What's the word on the 1048?
My heart skipped when I heard the first throttle note in the 1199 video...and the chess twist was a nice message to the competition. Stay thirsty my friends!
Ducati Superbike 1199 Panigale - Checkmate. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVKLl-ZBUwg&feature=player_embedded#)
Mac...Here's a 3d animation of the engine to help your diagnostics of all the glitches to come [thumbsup]
Ducati 1199 Panigale Superquadro engine 3D animation (http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&v=ITPCQ3pLCmg#)
Do I correctly perceive gear driven cams?...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 07, 2011, 06:51:55 PM
Do I correctly perceive gear driven cams?...
Yes. Belts are gone, as is the dry clutch and trellis frame. The one good change IMO is that they will all have alloy tanks.
punch line for that video should've been "checamate"
:D
also, I see that NX still hasn't bothered with helical animations for their assy level fancypants
Quote from: teddy037.3 on November 07, 2011, 08:21:17 PM
punch line for that video should've been "checamate" :D
Well played sir...
Quote from: freeflydive on November 07, 2011, 06:38:08 PM
Mac...Here's a 3d animation of the engine to help your diagnostics of all the glitches to come [thumbsup]
Ducati 1199 Panigale Superquadro engine 3D animation (http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1&v=ITPCQ3pLCmg#)
Nice vid.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 07, 2011, 10:16:50 PM
Chain driven.
That's what I thought initially, but I didn't see a chain on the cam sprockets in the vid...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 07, 2011, 10:24:47 PM
That's what I thought initially, but I didn't see a chain on the cam sprockets in the vid...
The earlier write ups kept bring up the chain drive. And, as you so state, those are sprockets and not gears. For some reason the chain is not in the picture. ???
Here are a few first look articles on the 1199.
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/619/11484/Motorcycle-Article/2012-Ducati-1199-Panigale-First-Look.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/619/11484/Motorcycle-Article/2012-Ducati-1199-Panigale-First-Look.aspx)
http://www.cycleworld.com/2011/11/07/2012-ducati-1199-panigale/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2012-ducati-1199-panigale (http://www.cycleworld.com/2011/11/07/2012-ducati-1199-panigale/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2012-ducati-1199-panigale)
http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2012-ducati-1199-panigale/ (http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2012-ducati-1199-panigale/)
And behold....the tricolore...I think the colors are a Mac-special [Dolph]
(http://www.cycleworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/001_Superbike_1199_Panigale_19.jpg)
Quote from: MacDuck on November 07, 2011, 10:38:34 PM
For some reason the chain is not in the picture. ???
I'm assuming much here, but:
if ducati still uses NX as their CAD/CAM platform, at least as of ver.6, the animation control can't do chains or belts following sprocket/gear/whatever teeth.
if they were recording all their assy animations at one time, but then editing down clips, and they wanted show the valves in motion or something, they may have just hidden the chain in the assy.
but there is a chain there:
(http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/PhotoGallerys/xlarge/1199-Panigale-Superquadro_E.gif)
Quote from: teddy037.3 on November 08, 2011, 08:20:33 AM
I'm assuming much here, but:
if ducati still uses NX as their CAD/CAM platform, at least as of ver.6, the animation control can't do chains or belts following sprocket/gear/whatever teeth.
if they were recording all their assy animations at one time, but then editing down clips, and they wanted show the valves in motion or something, they may have just hidden the chain in the assy.
but there is a chain there:
(http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/PhotoGallerys/xlarge/1199-Panigale-Superquadro_E.gif)
The main drive is chain but the cams are geared together. That's the ticket.
Quote from: freeflydive on November 08, 2011, 12:19:44 AM
And behold....the tricolore...I think the colors are a Mac-special [Dolph]
(http://www.cycleworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/001_Superbike_1199_Panigale_19.jpg)
True dat.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 08, 2011, 08:27:21 AM
The main drive is chain but the cams are geared together. That's the ticket.
I'm still in shock that I could contribute somthing techy-related here ;D
Here is the Ducati video highlighting the superquadro engine. The chain-driven camshaft is discussed at 2:26.
http://m.youtube.com/index?desktop_uri=%2F&gl=US#/watch?v=r35gheoGCbc (http://m.youtube.com/index?desktop_uri=%2F&gl=US#/watch?v=r35gheoGCbc)
Quote from: teddy037.3 on November 08, 2011, 08:33:31 AM
I'm still in shock that I could contribute somthing techy-related here ;D
You, sir, continually seem to want to understate your grasp and knowledge of things tech, but some of us know better. [thumbsup] ;) No worries. [Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on November 07, 2011, 03:24:19 PM
My heart skipped when I heard the first throttle note in the 1199 video...
Ducati Superbike 1199 Panigale - Checkmate. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVKLl-ZBUwg&feature=player_embedded#)
Your bike sounds no less bad ass than that one. In fact, I would wager that yours sounds even badder.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 08, 2011, 10:47:51 PM
You, sir, continually seem to want to understate your grasp and knowledge of things tech, but some of us know better. [thumbsup] ;) No worries. [Dolph]
awwww
self-deprecation is my finest feature
Quote from: Carbon 14 on November 08, 2011, 11:21:03 PM
Looks spatially wrong, or more right. I like the cam drives running up opposite sides
That way they can use identical cylinder heads for both barrels. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on November 09, 2011, 09:58:38 PM
Well I'm def a victim for that ride. Not the first year production though. Love the exhaust position, not that I want anymore kids but...
Never answered this Mac but with the fan switch/relay in place the green one has definitely become the bike of choice.
[clap]
Well, it's Friday. TG. It's dark outside, it's raining, it's Veteran's Day, we have appointments scheduled off the book page & APEC is here. Also a full moon.......... Gonna be interesting.
Been quiet around this board for a few days. The weather people say it might get nice this weekend but the road & freeway closures might be frequent. Should we try to sneak in a back road ride this weekend or should we just blow things off?
I won't be making it this Sunday, have a swim lesson/clinic attend. Twisty back roads are fun. [thumbsup]
I'm in, provided HPD doesn't block our condo driveway again [Dolph]
I'm itching for a ride, however tomorrow I'll be helping out at my son's place and Sunday I have another autocross...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 11, 2011, 06:16:55 PM
I'm itching for a ride, however tomorrow I'll be helping out at my son's place and Sunday I have another autocross...
I thought you said you were going to quit that car stuff.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 11, 2011, 07:26:24 PM
I thought you said you were going to quit that car stuff.
Yeah I did, and then I realized I'm in my 20th season and figured I would just finish it out...I kinda like even numbers, 20 years autocrossing would go along with my 28 years with Customs, 20 years in the Navy, and the SF is motorbike number 12...been married only once though, so maybe I need to work on that... ;D
I'm already getting stir crazy sitting at home and walking around Waikiki...I crave being out & about and burning fossil fuel [Dolph]
So, we're standing 10 meters across the street from our home & not being allowed to walk across for the last 45 minutes, in the rain, while HPD waits for another motorcade. Unfortunately none of the dumb make the beast with two backs-security clowns are empowered to use any common sense. Ok, I'm done venting...back to being immature & joining the masses heckle HPD at the crosswalk! Getting Cold Stone ice cream was a bad idea!
Just imagine........ only 4 more days to go before they all clear out. Whose idea was this cluster f anyway? What sweeping economic decisions are these guys going to make over essentially two days anyway? This is just more bs spending by some of the 1% and they are spending our money.
Meh, I don't have any issues with Oahu hosting APEC....quite the opposite, I think it's fantastic (for the short duration). I understand the State requires heightened security protocols, during a national security event, to safeguard the 21 Presidents/Prime Ministers, their principle cabinet members and minions. What I have do not not have patience for is some of the non-sense security measures and the HPD officers I came across that are unable to make common sense calls.
Quote from: freeflydive on November 12, 2011, 11:42:46 AM
Meh, I don't have any issues with Oahu hosting APEC....quite the opposite, I think it's fantastic (for the short duration). I understand the State requires heightened security protocols, during a national security event, to safeguard the 21 Presidents/Prime Ministers, their principle cabinet members and minions. What I have do not not have patience for is some of the non-sense security measures and the HPD officers I came across that are unable to make common sense calls.
I agree to a large degree but what happens when they meet in NYC? Do they shut down Manhattan? How much are they actually going to achieve in effectively two days?
I'm going to the shop for a couple of hours to tinker.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 12, 2011, 12:02:04 PM
I agree to a large degree but what happens when they meet in NYC? Do they shut down Manhattan? How much are they actually going to achieve in effectively two days?
I'm going to the shop for a couple of hours to tinker.
The irony is our apartment in DC was on Pennsylvania Ave btwn the White House and US Capitol. The difference between Waikiki and DC (or the UN in NYC) is that security is built into those areas to facilitate adequate protection and enable us mortal peasants to go on living our lives. In DC, roads typically get closed down for 10-15 min for motorcades to pass, then life goes on. This is not a typical operation (or scale) HPD is used to conducting...So they have been over compensating to ensure there are no slip ups. They are doing ok, even if it is over the top. I do however feel bad for the tourists spending their life savings trying to enjoy their vacation or wedding.
I wish I read your post sooner, I would have stopped by the shop to lend hand. Instead, I'm sitting on the lanai on the 23rd floor, w/ 2x bottles of wine, watching HPD shot down our corner (again) to investigate an "unattended suspicious package."
No worries. Nothing much happened at the shop. Not really enough time there to do much.
housework.
beer and ribs.
xbox.
I don't think I missed anything
Quite the opposite - you had beer and ribs.
Quote from: jebus tristos on November 13, 2011, 06:38:58 AM
Quite the opposite - you had beer and ribs.
too bad kenny's place is closed today, I'd be tempted to have more ribs
Less than 2 months I've owned my bike and it got around to washing it today. Already put 2K on the odometer. I really, really love this bike. Next thing is to get drunk and get my Ducati tattoo. I'll get it near my Village Drunk tatto I got when I was drunk at the East Atlanta Stut this year.
(http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/307199_10150396288093685_659028684_8396219_79110074_n.jpg)
Proposed Sat shop agenda:
More 620 tear down --- side cases off --- maybe heads and barrels off ---- If anyone wants to see how a 2 valve desmo works, how to check valve clearances then this may be the time.
Will also be checking valve clearances on a 4 valve engine.
BTW, that's a nice looking bike in the above picture. Kind of reminds me of my old one. Funny what you notice in a picture after it's taken and not while you're taking it. Looks like the engine is leaking oil like crazy!! ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on November 18, 2011, 08:36:09 AM
Proposed Sat shop agenda:
More 620 tear down --- side cases off --- maybe heads and barrels off ---- If anyone wants to see how a 2 valve desmo works, how to check valve clearances then this may be the time.
Will also be checking valve clearances on a 4 valve engine.
BTW, that's a nice looking bike in the above picture. Kind of reminds me of my old one. Funny what you notice in a picture after it's taken and not while you're taking it. Looks like the engine is leaking oil like crazy!! ;D
Wheres the shop at? I'll be busy tomorrow but if I have time I'll try to swing by and meet some of you guys.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 18, 2011, 08:36:09 AM
Looks like the engine is leaking oil like crazy!! ;D
Hopefully it's water from the washing...
Quote from: MacDuck on November 18, 2011, 08:36:09 AM
Proposed Sat shop agenda:
More 620 tear down --- side cases off --- maybe heads and barrels off ---- If anyone wants to see how a 2 valve desmo works, how to check valve clearances then this may be the time.
Will also be checking valve clearances on a 4 valve engine.
Would love to be an observer, however I'm helping my son out again this Saturday...
I am JJ Ride available for tomorrow though!... [Dolph]
Boring day at work...but found out I'll be in San Diego for a wk after Turkey day. [beer] It was good to see Gene at SSC for a bit while on the way home. I'm I'm not completely wiped out after my morning dive, I'll stop by BME to observe the Jedi master working his magic. I ran across this Ducati video, narrated by Marinelli, talking about the different aspects of the 1199 design.
Ducati 1199 Panigale - Troy Bayliss and Marinelli on the Mugello track! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-s4DqHtlpk&feature=youtu.be#)
When I first saw the MSRP for the three models of the bike I thought it was a bit much, now it seems like a hell of a deal. [drool]
Quote from: freeflydive on November 18, 2011, 09:04:20 PM
I'll stop by BME to observe the Jedi master working his magic.
I know this is all said in a good sense but, please, I am no master and I work no magic. I don't mind sharing some small stuff that I know but I know little. I work on expanding the knowledge but it is far from complete and there are holes everywhere. Don't make anything more than it is.
OTOH, Gloria just turned my morning around . I have no clear idea when I will be at the shop.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 18, 2011, 10:53:12 PM
I am no master and I work no magic.
[bow_down] [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on November 18, 2011, 10:53:12 PM
OTOH, Gloria just turned my morning around . I have no clear idea when I will be at the shop.
Time for a new pair of shoes?
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 19, 2011, 03:04:32 AM
Time for a new pair of shoes?
If only you knew. [roll]
Shoes and a handbag then.
Did some more disassemble of the 620 but didn't get the heads pulled. I guess that will be done next week. Helped an old friend with a cold, hard start diagnosis on a Monster 1K twin spark. That might be a fuel pressure leak down but I'm leaning towards an oiled up starter or low battery although he thinks the battery should be good. Told him that an approx $200 charge to go through the fuel injection system at the dealer would not be ill spent money.
G did get a new purse/handbag. [laugh]
Installed a new battery in the SF this morning, thanks MD!... [thumbsup]
Also cleaned the bike and reinstalled the stock mirrors. Bike looks much better now, the retro bar end mirrors just didn't match with the higher/wider than stock bars and bikini fairing. Those type mirrors look better on a cafe racer or Monster type bike, rather than a modern naked... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 24, 2011, 03:55:32 PM
Installed a new battery in the SF this morning, thanks MD!... [thumbsup]
Also cleaned the bike and reinstalled the stock mirrors. Bike looks much better now, the retro bar end mirrors just didn't match with the higher/wider than stock bars and bikini fairing. Those type mirrors look better on a cafe racer or Monster type bike, rather than a modern naked... ;D
OK ... I've seen pics of SFs with bar end .. no no no ... Monsters ... yes, now even I have bar end mirrors on my Monster
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on November 24, 2011, 04:06:56 PM
OK ... I've seen pics of SFs with bar end .. no no no ... Monsters ... yes, now even I have bar end mirrors on my Monster
SFs with the stock lower handlebars look decent with bar end mirrors such as the Rizoma Reverse Retros or CRG Hindsights, but when you put on a higher wider handlebar such as mine, it doesn't look right... [thumbsdown]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 24, 2011, 05:04:08 PM
SFs with the stock lower handlebars look decent with bar end mirrors such as the Rizoma Reverse Retros or CRG Hindsights, but when you put on a higher wider handlebar such as mine, it doesn't look right... [thumbsdown]
for me thej bar ends on that style of bike just don't mix ....
What mirrors are they Gene?
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 25, 2011, 05:15:02 AM
What mirrors are they Gene?
The Napoleon bar end mirrors, same as Jing has on his Monster but in black...
(http://i39.tinypic.com/hrngwj.jpg)
Ah. Yea, those are a bit big for that bike. I think the new CRG Arrows would look good on a SF, or a SD for that matter, as they compliment the linear/angular nature of the bike.
I gotta agree, those particular mirrors just don't match.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on November 25, 2011, 09:38:45 AM
I gotta agree, those particular mirrors just don't match.
Yeah, butt ugly...disappointed that none of my friends said anything, I guess it's like when you have bad breath, no one says anything cause they don't want you to feel bad... ;D
Has anyone ever been to Pro Italia in LA? I have a 6hr layover in LAX and trying to figure out if it's worth the 40 min jaunt to the store.
Gene, let me know if you need anything picked up while I'm in San Diego...should return Wed night.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on November 25, 2011, 04:30:32 PM
I haven't been there but plenty on my money has. If you go there tell it I said hi, and make sure they're treating it properly. :-\
I will gladly pet their credit card machine and tell it you said hello. [evil]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 25, 2011, 12:04:39 PM
Yeah, butt ugly...disappointed that none of my friends said anything, I guess it's like when you have bad breath, no one says anything cause they don't want you to feel bad... ;D
Well, hell. You were so happy and proud when you got them. Just like everyone else that spends time & money figuring out what mod they want to do and then going through doing it. Who wants to rain on anyone else's parade? Sometimes everything changes.
Quote from: MacDuck on November 25, 2011, 09:59:18 PM
Well, hell. You were so happy and proud when you got them. Just like everyone else that spends time & money figuring out what mod they want to do and then going through doing it. Who want's to rain on anyone else's parade? Sometimes everything changes.
well, on the one hand, the mirrors
work. form follows function; nothing wrong there.
some just think they don't 'look right' on the SF
Quote from: teddy037.3 on November 25, 2011, 10:22:30 PM
well, on the one hand, the mirrors work. form follows function; nothing wrong there.
some just think they don't 'look right' on the SF
'Zactly! I clearly remember a comment at the time he got them that they had good rearview vision.
Well, the stockers are back on the bike now, so the quest for a decent looking aftermarket mirror with good rearview vision continues...good news is that Sta has agreed to purchase the napoleons, which look great on his Monster... [thumbsup]
CRG Arrows
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 26, 2011, 10:05:45 AM
CRG Arrows
You've been pushing those Arrows for some time now, you own stock on CRG?... ;)
I had an early flight to San Diego. I took advantaged of the long lay-over in LAX and drove up to Pro Italia. Fantastic crew w/ great customer service. I got a set of weighted bar-ends and a T-shirt...unfortunately, they didn't have my size in the AGV GP Tech Elements helmet (VR's current bucket). It was great to see so many Ducati & MV's in the parking lot and on the showroom...I even drooled a little over the Erik Buell 1190RS.
I made sure to pet the credit card machine for Carbon 14...it misses you.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 26, 2011, 10:03:08 AM
the quest for a decent looking aftermarket mirror with good rearview vision continues...
good vision is relative... for example, I loved the reverse retros on my monster, once I got used to using them.
for stalk-type mirrors, the barracudas are kind of nice, as well as dang near anything rizoma
Had a nice breakfast with Gloria --- sure do miss Brent's though.
Ordered more tools and parts for the 848 upcoming projects.
Fixed the wiring on the 848 headlight. I switched back to the stock H11 bulbs within a month of owning the bike due to melting problems. Curses upon the former owner for having installed those aftermarket blue white hot lights but Shawn says even the regular H11 lights burn the connections. This lasted 2 1/2 years. Sort of.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1151.jpg)
The pic above was supposed to be high temp resistant. It was the connector to the low beam headlight. Replaced by the ceramic version below. We'll see but I will check more often than two years and I highly recommend anyone with a similar set up to check now before things get out of hand.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1155.jpg)
Then I decided to take care of a fuel tank leak on the Bimmer R1100S. My middle name is "looking for trouble". It's more work than a Ducati Superbike to get to this stage. I will kill two birds with one stone as the 1100S needs a battery charger hookup installed but check out what it takes to get to the battery.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1160.jpg)
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1157.jpg)
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1156.jpg)
Despite only having less than 2,000 miles on the clock when we got it, someone else had been there previously and left behind a trail of broken pieces, missing pieces and little odds and ends of make the beast with two backsed up work. Now I have to put it all back together properly and will have to order all kinds of small pieces and fabricate others. I expect it to be down for most of the month.
To top it off, it started raining like a mother this afternoon so I left the 848 at the shop and took the van home.
a few beers and some jazz and a VSG robusto had made it all good though.
Hope the front passes tonight and dry weather tomorrow --- which is what I thought was going on this morning.
The new color scheme and graphics for the 848. Yes, I know the sticker is crooked on this side. Cursed astigmatism. [roll] New stickers are coming.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1161.jpg)
1199 on CNN International... http://edition.cnn.com/video/?/video/world/2011/11/25/durgahee-ducati-success-superbikes.cnn (http://edition.cnn.com/video/?/video/world/2011/11/25/durgahee-ducati-success-superbikes.cnn)
Quote from: MacDuck on November 26, 2011, 10:17:52 PM
a few beers and some jazz and a VSG robusto had made it all good though.
Ashton Cabinet makes for a delicious treat...I found a cigar bar next to my hotel w/ a live jazz band...got to enjoy good music and burned a cigar...haven't had a Rocky Patel in a while.
drove/rode around way too many times just for a few stickers [roll]
actually, I take that back, as I still don't have my safety check
OTOH, that big ass sticker for JBPHH is pretty funny
Quote from: MacDuck on November 26, 2011, 10:27:58 PM
The new color scheme and graphics for the 848. Yes, I know the sticker is crooked on this side. Cursed astigmatism. [roll] New stickers are coming.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1161.jpg)
Beautiful! [beer]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on November 28, 2011, 09:14:37 PM
OTOH, that big ass sticker for JBPHH is pretty funny
Sweet mother of baby Jesus that thing is retarded. I finally got around to getting a decal for the Ducati yesterday and they handed me this damned strip that looked like it came out of Dynamo label maker. I have no idea how I am going to mount that stupid thing.
it fits nicely between the triples... just. [laugh]
Got recommended for MEB yesterday.
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 30, 2011, 03:25:52 AM
Got recommended for MEB yesterday.
Multi-Ethnic Bananas?
Mastering Extending Batons?
Make Everything Brown?
Quote from: DRKWNG on November 30, 2011, 03:25:52 AM
Got recommended for MEB yesterday.
At a crossroad are you?
Just a bit.
Hey fellow tropicalians ... today was sunny, wife starts vacations, diagnosed a Lambo Murcielago and got to drive it to test ... bad bad missfire, ECU was retarding timing almost 33° ... culpritm most probably bad fuel from sitting in very humid garage for almost 3 months ....
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on November 30, 2011, 02:42:20 PM
Hey fellow tropicalians ... today was sunny, wife starts vacations, diagnosed a Lambo Murcielago and got to drive it to test ... bad bad missfire, ECU was retarding timing almost 33° ... culpritm most probably bad fuel from sitting in very humid garage for almost 3 months ....
Do you get to test drive it again with fresh fuel in the tank?... [evil]
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on November 30, 2011, 02:42:20 PM
Hey fellow tropicalians ... today was sunny, wife starts vacations, diagnosed a Lambo Murcielago and got to drive it to test ... bad bad missfire, ECU was retarding timing almost 33° ... culpritm most probably bad fuel from sitting in very humid garage for almost 3 months ....
Thats why I never leave mine Lambo for more than a week or two between drives.
It's chore but...Its got to be done!! [Dolph]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 30, 2011, 11:13:15 PM
Do you get to test drive it again with fresh fuel in the tank?... [evil]
It'll be done today ... this tank has to be taken out, it's a grey import so no special tool available ... it was 1/2 full or empty ... so either by this afternoon or tomorrow morning test drive should be possible ... although, heard owner say something about VP+reg fuel mix ... so, another possibility since it's know that race fuel have a 'shelf' live ....
Now, moving into 'old MB' ... got a customer who has a W123 300D, engine starts OK, idles OK, no smoke, black or white, but, once it's put into any gear, stalls, checked all vacumm lines an none seems to be knicked or broken or disconnected, any ideas?
You saying vacuum canister is bad? ... Had no leaks or at least my MightyVac so said ... It held the presure for almost 10 hours
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on December 01, 2011, 05:27:17 AM
Now, moving into 'old MB' ... got a customer who has a W123 300D, engine starts OK, idles OK, no smoke, black or white, but, once it's put into any gear, stalls, checked all vacumm lines an none seems to be knicked or broken or disconnected, any ideas?
It will not care a whit about any vacuum leak except if you try to shut it off and the vacuum valve that pulls the rack back is not working for some reason. ( In that case, it won't shut off. )
I would recommend the basics. First check valve adjustment. I know that may sound weird but if the valves are tight that exact same symptom will show up. I chased that problem for a while on my car. Then check fuel filters, both of them, one inline at the injection pump & the tank screen filter for bacterial sludge clogging. I went through my fuel system real good before I moved onto the finding the tight valves. Cleaning the fuel system is always good and, if you are in a humid climate, then adding a biocide to the fuel tank is a must do every few months.
Let us know.
I'm replacing a broken window regulator in mine tonight. [roll]
Tks MacDuc, wil visit tomorrow
Quote from: MacDuck on November 30, 2011, 08:40:29 AM
At a crossroad are you?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on November 30, 2011, 06:59:55 AM
Multi-Ethnic Bananas?
Mastering Extending Batons?
Make Everything Brown?
I'm still lost here. Medical something Board? No, it wasn't MSB. Hmm...
Quote from: MacDuck on December 01, 2011, 08:42:47 AM
It will not care a whit about any vacuum leak except if you try to shut it off and the vacuum valve that pulls the rack back is not working for some reason. ( In that case, it won't shut off. )
I would recommend the basics. First check valve adjustment. I know that may sound weird but if the valves are tight that exact same symptom will show up. I chased that problem for a while on my car. Then check fuel filters, both of them, one inline at the injection pump & the tank screen filter for bacterial sludge clogging. I went through my fuel system real good before I moved onto the finding the tight valves. Cleaning the fuel system is always good and, if you are in a humid climate, then adding a biocide to the fuel tank is a must do every few months.
Let us know.
I'm replacing a broken window regulator in mine tonight. [roll]
I myself performed a maintenance service, replaced all filters, except transmission [this was done prior to me working the vehicle]; will empty tank to inspect tank filter ... Can't find my W123 manual, so please refresh my memory, intake 0.10mm / exhast 0.15mm?
As for fuel additives we have a few from Sonax, one that comes from England and they say it's safe for gas and diesel[it's blue colored] so I'm lost there ... As said, will work on vehicle tomorrow
I think exhaust should be 0.25mm, maybe even 0.30mm.
Quote from: MacDuck on December 01, 2011, 10:50:40 PM
I think exhaust should be 0.25mm, maybe even 0.30mm.
then intake I was correct? 0.10mm?
On my way to both vehicles, to Lambo, that's easy with the OBD diagnostics tool, and to the Merc with hand tools ! ! !
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on December 02, 2011, 05:00:48 AM
then intake I was correct? 0.10mm?
On my way to both vehicles, to Lambo, that's easy with the OBD diagnostics tool, and to the Merc with hand tools ! ! !
With a cold engine intake is at 0.10mm and exhaust is at 0.30mm. On my car anyway. There should be a sticker on the left top radiator support frame right above the left headlight. The specs are on the sticker. Hope you have the special wrenches for the valve nuts!
Quote from: MacDuck on December 02, 2011, 08:43:17 AM
With a cold engine intake is at 0.10mm and exhaust is at 0.30mm. On my car anyway. There should be a sticker on the left top radiator support frame right above the left headlight. The specs are on the sticker. Hope you have the special wrenches for the valve nuts!
Did not have the special wrenches but, a bent wrench is special enough ... all 6 intakes were within +- 0.01mm and exhaust were almost there; the tightest one was 0.28mm ... and the 'slackiest' one 0.32mm cold as ice ... 3 days not running ... tomorrow no can do since got an all afternoon event for bikers from Central America where I'll be performing diagnostics with my VDST ... for all brands ... More news on Monday when I'll check tank filter and inline filter ... left tank draining ....
Put in for a job at MCIA today...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 02, 2011, 02:38:59 PM
Put in for a job at MCIA today...
Covering a few other bases in case your people don't pick you up?
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on December 02, 2011, 02:17:21 PM
Did not have the special wrenches but, a bent wrench is special enough ... all 6 intakes were within +- 0.01mm and exhaust were almost there; the tightest one was 0.28mm ... and the 'slackiest' one 0.32mm cold as ice ... 3 days not running ... tomorrow no can do since got an all afternoon event for bikers from Central America where I'll be performing diagnostics with my VDST ... for all brands ... More news on Monday when I'll check tank filter and inline filter ... left tank draining ....
Loose is better than any kind of tight in this case.
Quote from: MacDuck on December 02, 2011, 07:40:54 PM
Covering a few other bases in case your people don't pick you up?
It's actually a spot with the agency.
Finally joined the 21st century with the purchase of a flat screen LCD TV and an Oceanic Cable upgrade to HD...can't wait for the 2012 MotoGP and WSBK seasons... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 02, 2011, 09:24:10 PM
Finally joined the 21st century with the purchase of a flat screen LCD TV and an Oceanic Cable upgrade to HD...can't wait for the 2012 MotoGP and WSBK seasons... ;D
How big? GP is HD but I don't know if WSBK is? Hasn't been so far.
Quote from: MacDuck on December 03, 2011, 11:32:36 AM
How big? GP is HD but I don't know if WSBK is? Hasn't been so far.
Not big, just a 42, but it's fits our family room fine and it dwarfs the 12+ year old Sony that it replaces... ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on December 03, 2011, 11:32:36 AM
How big? GP is HD but I don't know if WSBK is? Hasn't been so far.
Both are in HD, but it depends on SPEED channel's schedule to air it on their regular vs HD channel. Either way, HD or not, the Moto-GP's videography skills are excellent while WSBK leaves a lot more to be desired.
Well, it's already Sunday here and I'm jetlagged...off to bed!
Lambo's tank went in today, shop called, said 'missfire' was gone, will go Monday to hook up VDST ... and charge for job ...
Quote from: freeflydive on December 03, 2011, 04:17:08 PM
Both are in HD, but it depends on SPEED channel's schedule to air it on their regular vs HD channel. Either way, HD or not, the Moto-GP's videography skills are excellent while WSBK leaves a lot more to be desired.
Well, it's already Sunday here and I'm jetlagged...off to bed!
I think MotoGP cameras are HD but not so with WSBK even though Speed broadcasts in HD and therein is one of the differences. If they don't shoot in HD you won't see the benefit.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 03, 2011, 12:50:48 PM
Not big, just a 42, but it's fits our family room fine and it dwarfs the 12+ year old Sony that it replaces... ;D
42" works for Gloria and me.
Spent most of the day replacing subframe mounts, a tie rod (which I had to make out of a BMW tie rod and the existing tie rod) and front shocks on Gloria's 560SL. Whew! I'm so glad that's over. That car should be done for quite a while. In the last two months it's had a transmission overhaul (in the nick of time too), a new water pump / thermostat, new front brakes (discs and pads) and a new muffler. Retail on all of that equals what she bought it for 8 years ago. Man o' man.
That makes the upcoming bike work seem like cake. ( Am I going to regret saying that or what? [laugh] ) Laugh now bozo.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 02, 2011, 09:24:10 PM
Finally joined the 21st century with the purchase of a flat screen LCD TV and an Oceanic Cable upgrade to HD...can't wait for the 2012 MotoGP and WSBK seasons... ;D
I recently did the same thing. I "upgraded" to a 200lbs. Sharp CRT from my 200lbs. Sony Trinitron Wega CRT (Not a typo, it was a Trinitron Wega [laugh]) before moving out here and a few days back finally purchased a 40" Samsung LED. I think the bad part was after my wife saw it she goes, "Is it bad I think we should have gone bigger?"
Quote from: MacDuck on December 03, 2011, 11:01:58 PM
... Man o' man.
That makes the upcoming bike work seem like cake. ( Am I going to regret saying that or what? [laugh] ) Laugh now bozo.
Now you're jinxed ...
Morning btw ... no mechanical work, only sanding a front fender and maybe installing mirrors [bar end]
Quote from: Moto Mecanica PTY on December 04, 2011, 04:49:20 AM
Now you're jinxed ...
Morning btw ... no mechanical work, only sanding a front fender and maybe installing mirrors [bar end]
what mirrors did you get?
Got about another hundred-fifty miles in today. Bit chilly though; thermometer read 43 when I pulled out of the garage this morning.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 04, 2011, 02:13:14 PM
Got about another hundred-fifty miles in today. Bit chilly though; thermometer read 43 when I pulled out of the garage this morning.
Was it going up, going down, or holding steady? Fukin cold no matter how you cut it by our standards. Me, I rode with the non-perf jacket today and only got warm around noonish when the sun started to come out.
Quote from: MacDuck on December 04, 2011, 02:40:47 PM
Fukin cold.
You don't even know. I finally got a non-perf jacket and had two layers on under it, the thermal liner and a PI Kodiac cycling jersey.
The temps climbed a bit as the day went on. The thermometer read in the mid/high 50s by the afternoon, but I'd swear it never got above 50.
Season's done.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on December 04, 2011, 09:58:36 AM
what mirrors did you get?
photo in fb sent via message ... but they look like this
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7030/6456321215_6e6bdee293_m.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321215/)
Barend mirror3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321215/#) by DarkMonster620 (http://www.flickr.com/people/darkmonster620/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7011/6456321145_4be7318ea6_m.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321145/)
Bar End Mirrors (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321145/#) by DarkMonster620 (http://www.flickr.com/people/darkmonster620/), on Flickr
I noticed this article on another forum..."Eight Ferraris tangle in 'most expensive crash ever'!" Funny thing is, I'm always paranoid when driving in Japan...I go so far as to tape an arrow, on the dash, to remind me to stay on the left side!
http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/world/eight-ferraris-tangle-in-most-expensive-crash-ever/story-e6frea8l-1226213940010 (http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/world/eight-ferraris-tangle-in-most-expensive-crash-ever/story-e6frea8l-1226213940010)
Quote from: freeflydive on December 05, 2011, 06:26:48 AM
I noticed this article on another forum..."Eight Ferraris tangle in 'most expensive crash ever'!" Funny thing is, I'm always paranoid when driving in Japan...I go so far as to tape an arrow, on the dash, to remind me to stay on the left side!
http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/world/eight-ferraris-tangle-in-most-expensive-crash-ever/story-e6frea8l-1226213940010 (http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/world/eight-ferraris-tangle-in-most-expensive-crash-ever/story-e6frea8l-1226213940010)
Just posted same in TOSAT ...
Lambo diagnose this afternoon
Quote from: Mr. Grinch on December 04, 2011, 04:27:19 PM
photo in fb sent via message ... but they look like this
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7030/6456321215_6e6bdee293_m.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321215/)
Barend mirror3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321215/#) by DarkMonster620 (http://www.flickr.com/people/darkmonster620/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7011/6456321145_4be7318ea6_m.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321145/)
Bar End Mirrors (http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkmonster620/6456321145/#) by DarkMonster620 (http://www.flickr.com/people/darkmonster620/), on Flickr
nice [thumbsup] had those on the monster...
Quote from: teddy037.3 on December 06, 2011, 01:47:54 AM
nice [thumbsup] had those on the monster...
branded or like these, non-branded?
On car news,
W123 300D, replace all fuel filters, checked valves, all vacuumm and cannister, everything was OK, as you said with valves [didn't touch them], checked all throttle linkage, OK, now, I'm LOST ...
Lambo, tank went in again, no missfire, re-diagnosed, no issues, gave report to shop owner that he has to tell car owner to either leave tank full or empty with gas cap open to avoid condensation and not to leave VP Racing fuel in tank with regular fuel ...
Quote from: Mr. Grinch on December 06, 2011, 05:08:37 AM
branded or like these, non-branded?
they were the rizoma... bling!
Attended a surprisingly productive meeting with my Filipino counterparts, enjoyed an evening ice breaker/social at the hotel, then found a shady bar to watch midget wrestling (oil not included)! Off to bed...Tuesday is over in this time zone (as it starts in Hawaii)! zzzzzzzzzzzz
Quote from: Mr. Grinch on December 06, 2011, 05:08:37 AM
On car news,
W123 300D, replace all fuel filters, checked valves, all vacuumm and cannister, everything was OK, as you said with valves [didn't touch them], checked all throttle linkage, OK, now, I'm LOST ...
OK ----- Try this; pull the vacuum line off of the vacuum shut off box at the back of the injection pump and try again. That is a very simple test and it eliminates some sort of unwanted vacuum getting to the shut off box. I have little faith that that will help but at least it's something.
You say the engine stalls when put into gear. What about if the rpm's are higher? Does it still stall if you are adding gas pedal? The idle speed is adjusted by turning in a long screw on the motor side of the injection pump. You will need something like a 13mm crowfoot to loosen the jamnut at the bottom of the screw. We had a special tool at the Benz shop for that.
If it was fine before then that shouldn't be too much of an issue. Was anyone else working on this car recently?
Quote from: MacDuck on December 06, 2011, 08:54:56 AM
OK ----- Try this; pull the vacuum line off of the vacuum shut off box at the back of the injection pump and try again. That is a very simple test and it eliminates some sort of unwanted vacuum getting to the shut off box. I have little faith that that will help but at least it's something.
Will try tomorrow
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You say the engine stalls when put into gear. What about if the rpm's are higher? Does it still stall if you are adding gas pedal? The idle speed is adjusted by turning in a long screw on the motor side of the injection pump. You will need something like a 13mm crowfoot to loosen the jamnut at the bottom of the screw. We had a special tool at the Benz shop for that.
idle is/was 750rpm ...
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If it was fine before then that shouldn't be too much of an issue. Was anyone else working on this car recently?
Have no idea ... guy was referred by a friend who hates European cars and will not even do an oil change ...
Quote from: freeflydive on December 06, 2011, 07:44:13 AM
Attended a surprisingly productive meeting with my Filipino counterparts, enjoyed an evening ice breaker/social at the hotel, then found a shady bar to watch midget wrestling (oil not included)! Off to bed...Tuesday is over in this time zone (as it starts in Hawaii)! zzzzzzzzzzzz
Depending on schedule and what part of the PI you are in, check out the Hobbit House. ;D
Quote from: tmitbyh on December 06, 2011, 10:38:37 PMcheck out the Hobbit House. ;D
A few of my buddies already went there...I think I got my fill of seedy bars & San Miguel light to last me a while.
Heading back to good 'ol Oahu tonight. Ironically enough, I get to relive my Friday...I'm leaving tonight (Friday local time), landing in Guam on Saturday morning then arriving Honolulu on Friday evening! Unfortunately, I won't be able to do the Sunday ride until next week. :'(
It might be kind of wet this weekend anyway. It is this morning for sure.
Hey Mac,
Checked everything as you told me, nothing, shift into gear, engine dies ... even replaced tank filter and main line filter ... owner purchased them so I installed them ...
Cold it be the torque converter?
Went for a short ride and stopped by SSD for a look see...while there I had a short conversation with Eddie, Will's replacement...appears to be a cool guy... ;D
Quote from: Mr. Grinch on December 09, 2011, 03:50:46 PM
Hey Mac,
Checked everything as you told me, nothing, shift into gear, engine dies ... even replaced tank filter and main line filter ... owner purchased them so I installed them ...
Cold it be the torque converter?
Ya hate to say it but it could be............ sucker might be locked up full time.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 09, 2011, 05:12:35 PM
Went for a short ride and stopped by SSD for a look see...while there I had a short conversation with Eddie, Will's replacement...appears to be a cool guy... ;D
From all accounts that I've heard that's so. Just a bit green when it comes to Ducs. Aren't most of us?
Quote from: MacDuck on December 09, 2011, 09:19:24 PM
Ya hate to say it but it could be............ sucker might be locked up full time.
Don't hate to say it ... I thought of it, but, wanted to eliminate all other possibilities; will tell guy to see if he wants to drop tranny ... Up to now, his bill with me is around $500.00[that's high here] .... So another $750.00 for dropping, replacing converter and re-installing tranny... dunno, will surf the web for one ...
BTW, what would your labor have been for this job? Just curious ...
Quote from: Mr. Grinch on December 10, 2011, 01:22:08 PM
Don't hate to say it ... I thought of it, but, wanted to eliminate all other possibilities; will tell guy to see if he wants to drop tranny ... Up to now, his bill with me is around $500.00[that's high here] .... So another $750.00 for dropping, replacing converter and re-installing tranny... dunno, will surf the web for one ...
BTW, what would your labor have been for this job? Just curious ...
You're right in the ballpark. [thumbsup]
Does anyone have a suggestion on how I could set/measure the rear sag on my 848? I do not have a center stand or anything like that unfortuantely. With my crappy twelve days of 12+ hour shifts right now I am slowly but surely getting the front set up finally and would like to figure a way to set the rear while I am at the house not doing anything after this string of long days.
I think after Christmas I will be buying myself this...
http://www.abbastands.co.uk/product_details.asp?id=1 (http://www.abbastands.co.uk/product_details.asp?id=1)
Quote from: tmitbyh on December 10, 2011, 10:18:36 PM
Does anyone have a suggestion on how I could set/measure the rear sag on my 848? I do not have a center stand or anything like that unfortuantely. With my crappy twelve days of 12+ hour shifts right now I am slowly but surely getting the front set up finally and would like to figure a way to set the rear while I am at the house not doing anything after this string of long days.
I think after Christmas I will be buying myself this...
http://www.abbastands.co.uk/product_details.asp?id=1 (http://www.abbastands.co.uk/product_details.asp?id=1)
What do you weigh with riding gear on? How are you going about setting up the front?
Quote from: MacDuck on December 10, 2011, 11:42:51 PM
What do you weigh with riding gear on? How are you going about setting up the front?
I am 186lbs with all my gear on.
For the front right now I have been working on just the preload. I have not started on damping and compression yet because I do not have time to go for a ride, come back, tweak, repeat right now. With the preload I can make an adjustment and ride to work and see where I am at and adjust there then ride home and repeat.
Quote from: tmitbyh on December 11, 2011, 06:33:47 PM
I am 186lbs with all my gear on.
For the front right now I have been working on just the preload. I have not started on damping and compression yet because I do not have time to go for a ride, come back, tweak, repeat right now. With the preload I can make an adjustment and ride to work and see where I am at and adjust there then ride home and repeat.
The front sag/pre-load should basically be a one time adjustment. The damping settings, of course, are a personal preference and that does take a few rides to get where you want it. For your weight, if you have a stock rear shock/spring, you will be backing off the preload and, even so, will still get the slamming, bouncing ride. I'm sure you've read lots of posts on this in other forums.
This might help...
Two Clicks Out 11 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tXtCQwgrAI&feature=results_main&playnext=1&list=PL79EE71F0E81B8161#)
Or more appropriately.
2008 Ducati 848 Suspension Evaluation (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iP7lGhRjPE#)
Quote from: MacDuck on December 10, 2011, 08:45:55 PM
You're right in the ballpark. [thumbsup]
Customer said no can do with torque converter ... 2much $$$, haven't found one on *bay and can imagine how much one new cost ... rebuilding it is way too much, double shipping[to/from] ... Says he'll pay by end of month and if I want I can take car as payment ... NO!!!
Quote from: Mr. Grinch on December 12, 2011, 06:23:19 PM
Customer said no can do with torque converter ... 2much $$$, haven't found one on *bay and can imagine how much one new cost ... rebuilding it is way too much, double shipping[to/from] ... Says he'll pay by end of month and if I want I can take car as payment ... NO!!!
Take the money due to you and say goodbye. The nature of those cars is that they will always find a way with someone, somewhere.
Because of the lack of a center stand and a way to measure the static and rider sag I've always measured actual travel as shown below. I've also read a good deal about the rear spring being too stiff for a large span of weights of riders and had seen the above posted video as well. That was the first thing I noticed about the bike when I first rode it was how harsh it was. At the "stock" settings there is little to no compression when I sit on the bike and I can hardly move/compress it pushing on it.
I guess I need to "bulk" up to 220lbs., but I don't think the military will be too fond of that. [laugh]
Zip Tie for Fork Gauge? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAQ40X2UyMY#)
Quote from: MacDuck on December 12, 2011, 08:25:49 PM
Take the money due to you and say goodbye. The nature of those cars is that they will always find a way with someone, somewhere.
That's what I'm going to do ...
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...
Hope the hell they can do something for you now that they know there's a problem...
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 12, 2011, 04:41:09 PM
Or more appropriately.
2008 Ducati 848 Suspension Evaluation (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iP7lGhRjPE#)
New rear shock from kyle or gain 40 lbs... decisions decisions decisions .
Quote from: Carbon 14 on December 13, 2011, 11:03:05 PM
Yeah, it's called bourbon. Reading between the lines he's just reaching that age when you start to pay for all the fun you've had so far.
Well, if there weren't nine years worth of documentation in my medical records pertaining to the same issue, I'd say maybe you were on to something. Couple that with the fact that all the military docs who saw it said it was just a sprain of some sort, "have some motrin and it will be fine" when it was actually a fracture to my scaphoid and yea, I'd say maybe you were on to something. But once it is finally reviewed by a senior civilian doc, who sees the fracture from the (maybe fifteenth taken over the years) X-ray then does a physical inspection and says "you can actually feel the fractur when you move the wrist in this orientation"... Yeah, other than that last bit, you could have been on to something.
[roll]
so what's the prognosis?...
Not sure yet. Have to wait for the mris.
My home computer got hit with the Windows XP 2012 Security virus. Very nasty and I have only limited access to the web from work. >:(
bummer...
Quote from: MacDuck on December 15, 2011, 08:57:45 AM
My home computer got hit with the Windows XP 2012 Security virus. Very nasty and I have only limited access to the web from work. >:(
Another reason why I've been in love w/ Mac (Apple, not MacDuck you homos) for the past decade!
Separately, we've been moving at a 100 miles per minute while trying to relax on the big island! While they are all positive things, it has been a bit hectic...but photographing the lava flow into the ocean will be most memorable. I'm hoping to stop by Will's shop, to say hello, before we return to Oahu on Sunday. Meanwhile, I'm enjoying a wonderful sunset w/ Teresa, sitting by the fire pit (she's reading, so I can get away with being online [evil])
http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive#100292&bgcolor=black&view=grid (http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive#100292&bgcolor=black&view=grid)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100292/Hawaii_Hilo_Lava-20205/web.jpg?ver=13241134630001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100292/Hawaii_Hilo_Lava-20534/web.jpg?ver=13241136560001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100292/Hawaii_Hilo_Lava-20599/web.jpg?ver=13241137860001)
The next computer could be a Mac, but I don't know. I'll see if I can fix this and then will add even more firewall, malware protection.
Goto says a Mac should have a Mac. Maybe...... [roll]
Quote from: MacDuck on December 16, 2011, 08:35:40 PM
The next computer could be a Mac, but I don't know. I'll see if I can fix this and then will add even more firewall, malware protection.
Goto says a Mac should have a Mac. Maybe...... [roll]
I wold if the software <diagnostics> wold run on Mac ... Both the Bosch's ESItronic and Socio Elite run on WinOS either XP-Pro or W7Pro ...
Today, 45K sevice to Skoda Octavia ... not much, oil/filter, air filter, general inspection ... should be done by lunch ... if customer arrives in time
MB guy, is selling 'as is' or 'for parts' ...good for him!
Quote from: freeflydive on December 16, 2011, 07:58:49 PM
Another reason why I've been in love w/ Mac (Apple, not MacDuck you homos) for the past decade!
Separately, we've been moving at a 100 miles per minute while trying to relax on the big island! While they are all positive things, it has been a bit hectic...but photographing the lava flow into the ocean will be most memorable. I'm hoping to stop by Will's shop, to say hello, before we return to Oahu on Sunday. Meanwhile, I'm enjoying a wonderful sunset w/ Teresa, sitting by the fire pit (she's reading, so I can get away with being online [evil])
http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive#100292&bgcolor=black&view=grid (http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive#100292&bgcolor=black&view=grid)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100292/Hawaii_Hilo_Lava-20205/web.jpg?ver=13241134630001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100292/Hawaii_Hilo_Lava-20534/web.jpg?ver=13241136560001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100292/Hawaii_Hilo_Lava-20599/web.jpg?ver=13241137860001)
Great pics!...
Quote from: MacDuck on December 16, 2011, 08:35:40 PM
I'll see if I can fix this and then will add even more firewall, malware protection.
Any progress?...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 17, 2011, 11:29:15 AM
Any progress?...
Not yet. Shop internals keeping me too busy plus holiday stuff. I'm at shop now.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 17, 2011, 11:27:48 AM
Great pics!...
Thanks...I'd like to hike the route next time (8 miles round trip) for better photos w/ my tripod. The boat captain did a great job at getting 10-20 meters from the lava (I figured we were in prime running for the Darwin award if anything went wrong). ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on December 17, 2011, 01:39:44 PM
Not yet. Shop internals keeping me too busy plus holiday stuff. I'm at shop now.
Busy here too...weather permitting, you riding tomorrow?
freeflydive,
Did you use a particular "tour" service to see the lava flows from a boat? The family and I are headed to the big island for Christmas and one of the things we wanted to do was just that. Any other "must do's" you would suggest?
Changed the oil on the M3 this afternoon...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 17, 2011, 02:15:03 PM
Busy here too...weather permitting, you riding tomorrow?
Probably but still iffy. Cary called me and left message regarding the same thing. Give me a call in the AM.
Quote from: tmitbyh on December 17, 2011, 06:09:21 PM
freeflydive,
Did you use a particular "tour" service to see the lava flows from a boat? The family and I are headed to the big island for Christmas and one of the things we wanted to do was just that. Any other "must do's" you would suggest?
Most of our time was spent around Waikoloa Village/Kona, but we enjoyed 2x days on the Hilo side. We spent day #1 walking/biking the Volcanoes National Park and stayed overnight at KMC (http://www.kmc-volcano.com/ (http://www.kmc-volcano.com/)) (open to all military)...we enjoyed returning to the Jagger Museum at sunset to view the "glow" appear from the Kilauea Caldera. Day #2 started early w/ a 0500 lava boat tour...we chose the early sunrise tour due to a "relatively" calm sea state (trust me, take Bonine/Less Drowsy Dramamine) and the lava flow scene is more dramatic when transitioning from darkness to daylight. We used "Lava Oceans Adventures" (http://www.lavaocean.com/ (http://www.lavaocean.com/)) for the lava boat tour. Capt Shane and his crew were very informative and a pleasure to spend time with. The company also offers hiking tours, which are more enticing, but we were short on time.
Other must do's (in no order)-
-Kona Brewing Co/Restaurant- "Great pizza" and fresh beer! They offer complimentary daily tours at 1030 & 1500.
-Drive Hamakua Coast (when traveling btwn Kona/Hilo), stop at Akaka falls and Waimea Canyon
-Drive up to Mauna Kea visitor station to view the sunset...if you have a 4x4, drive up to the summit/observatory (~bundle up, its at freezing temps and currently snow caped). The observatory has a stargazing event every Saturday 1800-2000.
-Enjoy bkfast at the "Coffee Shack" (http://www.coffeeshack.com/menu.html (http://www.coffeeshack.com/menu.html)) in south Kona, then snorkel in the Kalekekua Bay (recommended by Will)
-Say hello to Will at Kiser Motorcycles in Kona :-)
-If you SCUBA, we highly recommend "Kona Honu Divers" ... very customer oriented, professional and provide the closest "feel" to a live-aboard experience! The coral and marine life along Kona is much healthier than most sites I've seen along Oahu's coast. The morning dives are great and if you've never done it, the night time Manta Ray dive is breathtaking!
We packed a fleece & a rain/wind breaker...came in handy in the morning/evening. If you plan to drive up to Mauna Kea, pack cold weather clothes. Our mobile GPS was a nice backup when exploring remote locations with poor cellular reception. Most importantly, regardless of what you do, I hope the family has a great time together.
Not sure how true it is because I haven't been able to find anything but some friends of ours have said you have to be sixteen or older to do the hikes. So because of that we were planning to just do a boat tour, it seems that would have a "cooler" effect for the kids anyway. We won't have a 4WD vehicle on the trip so we knew going to the top was out. Rental prices were through the roof when I booked everything. [bang] I am taking advantage of the 20% off deal at KMC since I recently got back from Afghanistan, so that is where we will be staying for this trip.
Thanks for the tips and I will pass them off to the wife. I made her the "activity coordinator" for this trip. [laugh]
Good call on the weather today, Gene. It was wet all the way into town and I listened to several showers pass over our steel roof while I buttoned up the R1100S. All is good.
Except for the computer virus part but I'm workin' on it. Still cheaper than a new iMac.
Cleaned up the garage after we came back from getting groceries and going to the doctor ...
Spent most of the day so far cleaning & lubing the chain on the SF, then cleaned the rest of the bike. After that I did some other chores and now I'm gonna have a beer and watch a little football... ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on December 18, 2011, 03:09:07 PM
Except for the computer virus part but I'm workin' on it. Still cheaper than a new iMac.
Sounds like you have a hold of things, but if you need help with anything let me know. I am off all week, but fly out on the 22nd returning on the 26th and off that week as well. And I'll keep my Mac thoughts to myself. [laugh]
Quote from: tmitbyh on December 18, 2011, 02:11:16 PM
Thanks for the tips and I will pass them off to the wife. I made her the "activity coordinator" for this trip. [laugh]
No worries, Teresa was my travel/activity coordinator. If the Mrs. has any questions, she's welcome to email her on honudiver11 at gmail. Hiking tours age limits vary from one company to the next...they try to weight liability vs. ability. She was able to save us on the car rental by booking on hotwire.com. If the kids are interested in a bike tour, www.bikevolcanoes.com (http://www.bikevolcanoes.com) extends military discounts. While on the Kona side, if you're not into scuba diving, several companies do night snorkel tours to see the Manta Rays. Also, it's worth visiting the Hilton Hotel (Waikoloa Village) grounds to have lunch/drinks, enjoy the views and watch the dolphins (Dolphins Quest)..."watching is free, but you pay to touch"....errrr....swim w/ them [thumbsup]
If you decide to spend the night in Kona, "Royal Kona Resort" occasionally runs Kamaina/military specials...Teresa paid $85 a night this past spring.
Ciao,
Majdi
We went to the Coffee Shack to eat in S. Kona (per Will's recommendation) and enjoyed a spectacular view. We got home on Oahu in the evening to find that Teresa got me an early birthday present...I walked down to my bike to find an AGV GP Tech Rossi replica sitting on the tank. I just fell in love a bit more...she's a keeper!
(http://www.motorist.si/images/stories/oprema/agv/agv_rossi_elements_replika/agv_rossi_elements_03.jpg)
Yeah I think one of the summers I ship the kids off to see the grandparents I will schedule another trip. Doing adult fun things is difficult with an 8 and 3 year old. They would love the end result but I do not have the back to carry them both up a mountain. [laugh] Nice kill on the helmet. [thumbsup]
**Late reply**
ffd: I took at least a half dozen trips to the big island specifically for lava viewing and photographing, and madame pele decided to cease operations every time. Congrats on the good fortune!
Quote from: jebus tristos on December 19, 2011, 05:11:15 PM
**Late reply**
ffd: I took at least a half dozen trips to the big island specifically for lava viewing and photographing, and madame pele decided to cease operations every time. Congrats on the good fortune!
Thanks, it was an amazing sight to witness and gave me a better appreciation in how earths land mass is formed. While it appears to be good fortune, I seem to have a knack for spurring natural disasters when I travel! [roll]
Quote from: freeflydive on December 18, 2011, 10:55:37 PM
We went to the Coffee Shack to eat in S. Kona (per Will's recommendation) and enjoyed a spectacular view. We got home on Oahu in the evening to find that Teresa got me an early birthday present...I walked down to my bike to find an AGV GP Tech Rossi replica sitting on the tank. I just fell in love a bit more...she's a keeper!
(http://www.motorist.si/images/stories/oprema/agv/agv_rossi_elements_replika/agv_rossi_elements_03.jpg)
You are a lucky man!!!
As I am sure you know....a woman who understands your passion & accepts it!!!!
She's a keeper....
USPS needs to update their delivery calculations or something. They are getting on my last nerve. I ordered stuff back in November that showed a delivery date of 19 November and it showed up the 7th or 8th of December. I have time sensitive items that were suppose to be delivered on the 18th and still nothing. I was really hoping to get this batch of beer in the fermenter before I went to the Big Island. :'(
But I did manage to get most of my wort chiller built today. I need to solder it together so it is not a giant slinky still and then attach the hoses.
I stopped by SSC to get brake fluid in anticipation of my upcoming 7500mi service. I met a lady (Cody AKA Nicole) that recently moved, along w/ her blk/red Monster, from NY...I gave her the link to desmotropic in case she wanted to network or join us on a JJ ride.
Unfortunately, my afternoon turned sour when our recently adopted dog (Cooper) ran off into a full sprint down Kalakaua and Ala Moana (dragging his leash behind him) and is now roaming Waikiki! I've reported him missing to the humane society/SPCA and now I'm headed out for a fourth time in hopes of finding him. He has his tags and is micro-chipped, so I'm hoping someone will call us or turn him into the SPCA. Wish me luck :'(
UPDATE: Cooper is back after sampling the finer things Waikiki has to offer a single guy...he ripped up his left paw/pad, but he's ok otherwise. I love this dog, but I'm tired of Teresa coming home w/ project-dogs that have been previously abused for us to rehab! Any way, the day ended on a good note...off to bed!
You're lucky he didn't wind up like this:
(http://www.animalsasia.org/blog/images/Rainbow_dogs.JPG)
The upstairs neighbors lost two of their rescue dogs over the last two months. After recovering from a massive fight with some wild pigs, which he lost, the fight that is, it seems Bones might have gone back out looking for a re-match. That dog was ballsy and stupid at the same time. We fear the pigs finished him this time. Then Little Dog Rex went missing a couple of weeks ago. He could always get out of the gate no matter what. I think a car on Norfolk might have got him.
We're keeping a close eye on the two Dobie Rots and Sammy, of course, never strays.
Off to go buy some special New Years beer. I'll also try to make some more progress on the virus stuff. Tonight will be the clean the main unit and try to get the CD trays to work again part. If that CD tray won't fix then I will be thinking harder about an iMac.
Extra productive today. Managed to get a batch of beer brewed and wash one of the bikes and the wifes car. :o Now if I could just figure what is wrong with the AC/blower in the car and an OEM radio mount I will be in business.
Quote from: MacDuck on December 28, 2011, 07:32:31 PM
The upstairs neighbors lost two of their rescue dogs over the last two months. After recovering from a massive fight with some wild pigs, which he lost, the fight that is, it seems Bones might have gone back out looking for a re-match. That dog was ballsy and stupid at the same time. We fear the pigs finished him this time. Then Little Dog Rex went missing a couple of weeks ago. He could always get out of the gate no matter what. I think a car on Norfolk might have got him.
We're keeping a close eye on the two Dobie Rots and Sammy, of course, never strays.
I'm sorry to hear about your neighbors dogs. Wild hogs are vicious and cars on Nofolk can be unforgiving. I've stopped on Norfolk twice to coax dogs out of the street and find their homes. Luckily I haven't been bit or hit!
Quote from: tmitbyh on December 29, 2011, 04:57:53 PM
Extra productive today. Managed to get a batch of beer brewed and wash one of the bikes and the wifes car. :o Now if I could just figure what is wrong with the AC/blower in the car and an OEM radio mount I will be in business.
What make/model car?
Quote from: freeflydive on December 30, 2011, 12:49:14 AM
I'm sorry to hear about your neighbors dogs. Wild hogs are vicious and cars on Nofolk can be unforgiving. I've stopped on Norfolk twice to coax dogs out of the street and find their homes. Luckily I haven't been bit or hit!
Little Dog Rex finally turned up at the Humane Society and was reunited with his family. None the worse for the wear but not any smarter either. [laugh]
It's not the dogs on Norfolk I worry about. It's the chickens!
Quote from: MacDuck on December 30, 2011, 08:39:46 AM
It's not the dogs on Norfolk I worry about. It's the chickens!
No kidding! I remember them always wanting to play... chicken with us.
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 30, 2011, 08:41:30 AM
No kidding! I remember them always wanting to play... chicken with us.
They still do, occasionally...
MD, remeber the stalling case?
Well, car owner, seems it a bit 'strapped' for cash and cannot come up with the whole amount, the remaining $500.00; he's offered me the car, pink slip on hand to me for me to sale ... question, I found another MB diesel W124 300d no good bodywork but, engine and tranny 'still work' engine starts and tranny shifts gears ... guy wants $500 for it, with title, I get to call it 'salvage' in county ... whatchasay? shall I try the tranny swap and sell call running or get car, and sell as parts only? either way is gonna cost me $25 to get a savage title ...
Quote from: MacDuck on December 30, 2011, 08:36:56 AM
What make/model car?
2005 Saab 9-2X Aero or in short, a WRX.
***
Managed to get it all sorted out. Bad diagnostics by the shop. Not sure if I spent the better part of the last month looking for the blower motor transistor since the shop said it was bad and the cause of the blower/AC not working and ditched the part, was an issue or not. Replaced the transistor earlier in the week with no luck and then spent $35 on fuses and a fuse tester to find/replace a bad 15A fuse for the blower. Fuse wasn't blown/broken when you looked at it but did test bad.
Now to get the radio working. [bang]
Here's a good article dissecting Rossi's year at Ducati. A lot of frank answers....Rossi even gives credit to Stoner for his riding ability aboard the Ducati. I hoped the writer would give a positive ending but he kept kicking the fallen horse...
Separately, this upcoming season is not looking good...Nicky Hayden fractured his scapula/ribs a few days ago and the new bike's laptimes aren't as competitive as Honda & Yamaha.
http://cyclenews.coverleaf.com/cyclenews/20111213#pg55 (http://cyclenews.coverleaf.com/cyclenews/20111213#pg55)
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on December 30, 2011, 10:46:56 AM
MD, remeber the stalling case?
Well, car owner, seems it a bit 'strapped' for cash and cannot come up with the whole amount, the remaining $500.00; he's offered me the car, pink slip on hand to me for me to sale ... question, I found another MB diesel W124 300d no good bodywork but, engine and tranny 'still work' engine starts and tranny shifts gears ... guy wants $500 for it, with title, I get to call it 'salvage' in county ... whatchasay? shall I try the tranny swap and sell call running or get car, and sell as parts only? either way is gonna cost me $25 to get a savage title ...
Tranny is different and I don't know if it would even bolt up. I once did a 240D engine swap where the engines out of the 123 body were only 1 year different. Turned out to be a SOB and I had to do lots of mods to get everything to fit and work. I'd sell for parts or find the right version of transmission/torque converter.
Quote from: freeflydive on January 02, 2012, 01:16:02 AM
Here's a good article dissecting Rossi's year at Ducati. A lot of frank answers....Rossi even gives credit to Stoner for his riding ability aboard the Ducati. I hoped the writer would give a positive ending but he kept kicking the fallen horse...
Separately, this upcoming season is not looking good...Nicky Hayden fractured his scapula/ribs a few days ago and the new bike's laptimes aren't as competitive as Honda & Yamaha.
http://cyclenews.coverleaf.com/cyclenews/20111213#pg55 (http://cyclenews.coverleaf.com/cyclenews/20111213#pg55)
I thought the writer pretty much called it like it is. Hopefully with the relaxed testing rules they can sort things out faster this year.
Quote from: MacDuck on January 02, 2012, 08:37:43 AM
Tranny is different and I don't know if it would even bolt up. I once did a 240D engine swap where the engines out of the 123 body were only 1 year different. Turned out to be a SOB and I had to do lots of mods to get everything to fit and work. I'd sell for parts or find the right version of transmission/torque converter.
Ok ... thanks and Happy New Year
I woke up to a surprise B-day breakfast in bed. One of Teresa's students, serving as a Presidential aide, invited us to meet the President and First Lady prior to their island departure...I've never been star struck by anyone before, but I have to admit I was in awe! The President was very personable and engaging and Mrs. Obama was very glamorous and equally warm.
So, I'm told to pick out another bike related item as my gift...any ideas?
Quote from: MacDuck on January 02, 2012, 08:47:03 AM
I thought the writer pretty much called it like it is.
I completely agree...I was just hoping for something positive for my make-belief-world! I do like the expanded testing rule, now I wish MotoGP would increase the fuel cap on race day. I'm sorry for quick drive-by today & not introducing you to Teresa...I was in a rush to change clothes and get to our dinner reservations.
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100307/POTUS%20%20Visit%201/web.jpg?ver=13255801170001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100307/POTUS%20%20Visit%203/web.jpg?ver=13255801520001)
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100307/POTUS%20%20Visit%202/web.jpg?ver=13255801300001)
I'm sorry for quick drive-by today & not introducing you to Teresa...I was in a rush to change clothes and get to our dinner reservations.
No worries ---- Love to meet her some other time when we all have more time. BTW, I'm about halfway through Fastest and am thoroughly enjoying it. So far it is far better than what all the so called pundits on this forum have made it out to be. Thanks!!
Quote from: MacDuck on January 03, 2012, 08:30:08 AM
BTW, I'm about halfway through Fastest and am thoroughly enjoying it. So far it is far better than what all the so called pundits on this forum have made it out to be.
I thought it was great & informative, but it started dragging on at 3/4 way. I would have been more invigorated if I broke it down like you did instead of watching it in one sitting. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
welp. now I am paranoid.
ride to and from work, I swear to jebus I can smell something burning... this is a new smell. once I got home, I gave her the once over, oil is filling the sight glass, I couldn't see/smell anything smoking with the bike running in N...
??? wtf? ???
pants/boots are fine, so it's not that...
Quote from: teddy037.3 on January 03, 2012, 06:03:26 PM
welp. now I am paranoid.
ride to and from work, I swear to jebus I can smell something burning... this is a new smell. once I got home, I gave her the once over, oil is filling the sight glass, I couldn't see/smell anything smoking with the bike running in N...
??? wtf? ???
pants/boots are fine, so it's not that...
you too uh? ...
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 03, 2012, 06:05:51 PM
you too uh? ...
who else has phantom burning smells on their bike?
when I was looking at whatever wiring I could find, nothing seemed melty, but it didn't necessarily smell like plastic/rubber burn, though
Quote from: teddy037.3 on January 03, 2012, 06:08:44 PM
who else has phantom burning smells on their bike?
when I was looking at whatever wiring I could find, nothing seemed melty, but it didn't necessarily smell like plastic/rubber burn, though
Since about Jan 1 @ 0230h ... hasn't stopped ... the smell is there, bike running or not ...
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 03, 2012, 06:12:18 PM
Since about Jan 1 @ 0230h ... hasn't stopped ... the smell is there, bike running or not ...
ok, now that's creepy. sign of the apocalypse? this was my first ride this year too....
Quote from: teddy037.3 on January 03, 2012, 06:13:30 PM
ok, now that's creepy. sign of the apocalypse? this was my first ride this year too....
better go get a beer ... got nothing to do tomorrow ... bike is outside and I smell like something is burning, not rubber, not isolation a mix of many burning smells ....
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 03, 2012, 06:18:24 PM
better go get a beer ... got nothing to do tomorrow ... bike is outside and I smell like something is burning, not rubber, not isolation a mix of many burning smells ....
already got me a whiskey
Quote from: teddy037.3 on January 03, 2012, 06:24:09 PM
already got me a whiskey
lucky you, you have whiskey ... the strongest I have is ........... Ron Abuelo 12 yrs ...
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 03, 2012, 06:25:49 PM
lucky you, you have whiskey ... the strongest I have is ........... Ron Abuelo 12 yrs ...
well, having some delicious whiskey is just an effort to offest my day. just got a let-the-blocked-call-go-to-VM from a coworker who retired over a year ago. I didn't know he had my number. says he needs to talk to me.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on January 03, 2012, 06:31:09 PM
well, having some delicious whiskey is just an effort to offest my day. just got a let-the-blocked-call-go-to-VM from a coworker who retired over a year ago. I didn't know he had my number. says he needs to talk to me.
check this out, got a bottle as gift .. haven't open it WILL not open it ! ! !
http://www.rndrumreviews.com/RnDRumReviews/Abuelo_Centuria.html (http://www.rndrumreviews.com/RnDRumReviews/Abuelo_Centuria.html)
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 03, 2012, 06:34:55 PM
check this out, got a bottle as gift .. haven't open it WILL not open it ! ! !
http://www.rndrumreviews.com/RnDRumReviews/Abuelo_Centuria.html (http://www.rndrumreviews.com/RnDRumReviews/Abuelo_Centuria.html)
nice! I'm not very rum savvy but anything aged is something I'd try
this is special ... my grandfather back in the late 60's/70's redid he whole formla for Ron Abuelo and Seco Herrerano ... He used the formula he used in Cuba in the family distillery ... Now in the hands of the island goverment
holy crap, dude, that's cool!
*sorry, on the phone. with retired coworker.
**today has been entirely too weird for me, I need to lie down. srsly.
< / today >
Teddy, did you check around the voltage regulator? Their known for frying.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 04, 2012, 02:07:03 AM
Teddy, did you check around the voltage regulator? Their known for frying.
didn't see anything melty, but I can look again. does make sense though, to be a front-of-the-bike thing since I was moving and could smell it
Stopped by SSD this afternoon for some oil and ran into Charlie my neighbor with the red SF...Charlie was conversing with a young HANG C-17 pilot named Skye who was piloting a new red Monster 1100 Evo...Charlie had already told him about this site and our Sunday rides, hope Skye can join us...
Adapted/mounted a set of Ducati Designs Race pegs to my Oberon bases...the Oberon bases provide about 10mm more width, which allows more exhaust heatshield/boot clearance on the SF.
before:
(http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/4863/footpegs.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/41/footpegs.jpg/)
after:
(http://img855.imageshack.us/img855/5117/footpeg001.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/855/footpeg001.jpg/)
Nice ...
Well, yesterday's ride started off great. Then...
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2012-01-07_17-06-27_602.jpg)
What happend?
Not entirely sure yet, but my guess is that the alternator stopped alternating.
Bummer... :(
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 08, 2012, 07:38:18 AM
Bummer... :(
No kidding. Especially as it was in the low 60s here, in January!!! Well, at least we had gotten about a hundred miles into the ride.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 08, 2012, 06:20:27 AM
Not entirely sure yet, but my guess is that the alternator stopped alternating.
Crap!
Is there an aftermarket 'upgrade'[more power] for it as is for the regulator/rectifier?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 08, 2012, 06:14:59 AM
Well, yesterday's ride started off great. Then...
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s255/jimwatsondc/Ducati/2012-01-07_17-06-27_602.jpg)
A sad sight to see for sure.
Looks just like my bike when Brandon left the parking lights on when we stopped up at Dillingham.
Chances are it's the regulator / rectifier. That sort of thing.
Are you going to have Donnie's guys look at it or have you found someone else?
BTW....... I have most of the computer virus thing sorted out. I think. So far things are working pretty good with just a few hiccups here & there.
Cool...maybe you should get a side job with Super Geeks, it'll help ya with the down on the Panigale... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 08, 2012, 11:07:14 PM
Cool...maybe you should get a side job with Super Geeks, it'll help ya with the down on the Panigale... ;D
I'm a long, long way from Super Geeks or a Panigale. :'(
painted ye olde clutch cover...
(http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/2860/clutchcover.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/687/clutchcover.jpg/)
very nice fighter ...
Dropped off the bike w/ Eddie @ SSC to adjust the valves and replace the belts for the 7500 service. Eddie had a little time, so we chatted for a bit...he was informative with great customer service. I already can't wait to get her back...
Sooo...a good news story after a long day at work! I called SSC for the invoice total, only to find out they did the full 7500 service to include flushing/changing the fluids, which I originally planned to do on my own. When I picked up the bike, Shawn and Stephanie not only noted the discrepancy/miscommunication, but were kind enough to fix it subtracting $350 from the invoice w/out me asking!!! Shawn, Stephanie, Christian, previously Will and now Eddie are always helpful and make time for their customers - it's truly an enjoyable experience every time I visit the shop.
Sorry for my rant, but this was a completely unexpected positive surprise after a long and crappy day!
Took a short ride this morning and stopped off at SSD to say hi. While there Arlon asked me how my "new" tank was doing and I told him that it's showing signs of swelling, he took a look and said he would order another one, my 4th.
I mentioned to him about the possiblility of having the tank coated and he said he would release the new tank to me for coating if I wanted to do that...he mentioned that Cosmic Airbrush might be able to do it.
Any thoughts or comments?
Just had the 4th tank for the SC coated. Got my fingers crossed...
And oh yeah, found out today that I was selected for a position on the support team to ONI.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2012, 02:25:01 PM
Just had the 4th tank for the SC coated. Got my fingers crossed...
And oh yeah, found out today that I was selected for a position on the support team to ONI.
What brand of coating did you use?
Congrats on your selection!...civilian or military?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2012, 02:25:01 PM
Just had the 4th tank for the SC coated. Got my fingers crossed...
And oh yeah, found out today that I was selected for a position on the support team to ONI.
Congrats on selection ...
Goodluck with tank ! ! !
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 13, 2012, 02:37:00 PM
What brand of coating did you use?
Caswell
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 13, 2012, 02:37:00 PM
Congrats on your selection!...civilian or military?
Civilian. I'm done with the AF near the end of May. I've got just over two months of leave saved up, so I'll be able to start working as a civvie for those two months and double down on the pay.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2012, 02:39:31 PM
Civilian. I'm done with the AF near the end of May. I've got just over two months of leave saved up, so I'll be able to start working as a civvie for those two months and double down on the pay.
Cool, I'll have a beer for you tonight!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2012, 02:25:01 PM
Just had the 4th tank for the SC coated. Got my fingers crossed...
And oh yeah, found out today that I was selected for a position on the support team to ONI.
Congrats on the job offer.
Make sure you take at least a little of that sep leave as, you know, leave. Rest - it does a body good!
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2012, 02:25:01 PM
Just had the 4th tank for the SC coated. Got my fingers crossed...
And oh yeah, found out today that I was selected for a position on the support team to ONI.
Good on you! Do you know where you'll be working?
I haven't accepted the position yet, as I haven't seen the offer. If this one goes through, it will be at ONI HQ, which is in Suitland Maryland; just outside the beltway. I had applied to a few other internal openings though, and I'm waiting to see what comes of those before I commit to anything.
My wife and I did the urban dare in 1:58. Its like an amazing race, but much smaller. Though it did confirm that we could be divorced if we did the real thing.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 14, 2012, 09:12:12 AM
I haven't accepted the position yet, as I haven't seen the offer. If this one goes through, it will be at ONI HQ, which is in Suitland Maryland; just outside the beltway. I had applied to a few other internal openings though, and I'm waiting to see what comes of those before I commit to anything.
Options are good.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2012, 02:25:01 PM
Just had the 4th tank for the SC coated. Got my fingers crossed...
BTW --- what was up with the charging system problem?
Quote from: MacDuck on January 14, 2012, 08:52:14 PM
BTW --- what was up with the charging system problem?
Haven't been bothered to diagnose it yet.
Quote from: MacDuck on January 14, 2012, 08:52:14 PM
BTW --- what was up with the charging system problem?
MacDuck,
talking about charging systems, is there an upgrade for the alternator? Non Ducati that is, they told me the one they had listed on the catalog is no longer in production ...
Asking since I might install some HID light on the bike
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 15, 2012, 06:18:14 AM
MacDuck,
talking about charging systems, is there an upgrade for the alternator? Non Ducati that is, they told me the one they had listed on the catalog is no longer in production ...
Asking since I might install some HID light on the bike
Alternator for what vehicle??
Quote from: MacDuck on January 15, 2012, 09:42:33 AM
Alternator for what vehicle??
Monster 620 ... or any other for the matter
Why go HID when you could go LED?
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/DSC00279.jpg)
... cause ... a guy bought a HID kit for Monster and bike is now ... how can we say ... in the afterlife ... living close to a construction site is not good and even a worse idea to park bike outside your own building if you gonna wake up late ... so, he's offering me the kit for next to nothing ... just don't trust OEM electrical ...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 13, 2012, 01:48:18 PM
I mentioned to him about the possiblility of having the tank coated and he said he would release the new tank to me for coating if I wanted to do that...he mentioned that Cosmic Airbrush might be able to do it.
Any thoughts or comments?
just heard back from Cosmic, due to EPA regs they don't coat tanks anymore... :(
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 15, 2012, 09:49:20 AM
Monster 620 ... or any other for the matter
I have a good used alternator for a 620. You can have the whole side case and just bolt it up.
As you might have guessed there is no aftermarket for this application. Sure, if you wanted to, you could totally machine/modify another alternator coil from another bike but would it be worth the time & money?
w00t! Fifty-nine bottles of beer bottled and waiting. Time to clean up and go for a ride!
Quote from: tmitbyh on January 16, 2012, 12:20:12 PM
w00t! Fifty-nine bottles of beer bottled and waiting. Time to clean up and go for a ride!
Enjoy your ride...hope the Mrs. gets well soon.
Quote from: MacDuck on January 15, 2012, 07:01:56 PM
I have a good used alternator for a 620. You can have the whole side case and just bolt it up.
As you might have guessed there is no aftermarket for this application. Sure, if you wanted to, you could totally machine/modify another alternator coil from another bike but would it be worth the time & money?
I was just asking because of the reason given that I want to try install an HID kit specifically made for Ducati Monster so that the overall performance of it wouldn't suffer that much or would you recommend to stay away from said kit?
I'm learning ...
Quote from: freeflydive on January 16, 2012, 01:22:35 PM
Enjoy your ride...hope the Mrs. gets well soon.
Ride was great, got some good eats over at Keneke's since it has been a while as well. Hopefully got some good video on the camera today as well. Only down side was being harrased on 13 Turns by a kid even though I was doing 25/30 through there. [roll] Maybe the exhaust makes it seem faster. [laugh]
Wife unit seems to be somewhat better today.
Quote from: tmitbyh on January 16, 2012, 05:47:18 PM
Only down side was being harrased on 13 Turns by a kid even though I was doing 25/30 through there. [roll] Maybe the exhaust makes it seem faster. [laugh]
There's a very real possibility that just previously someone went through there a lot faster than you did. People usually don't come out to the roads unless multiple passes have been made.
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 16, 2012, 02:35:10 PM
I was just asking because of the reason given that I want to try install an HID kit specifically made for Ducati Monster so that the overall performance of it wouldn't suffer that much or would you recommend to stay away from said kit?
I'm learning ...
? ? ? ?
Are you saying / thinking that you need more amperage to run the HID's?
Quote from: MacDuck on January 16, 2012, 09:40:03 PM
? ? ? ?
Are you saying / thinking that you need more amperage to run the HID's?
Yes ... or am I wrong?
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 17, 2012, 02:50:08 AM
Yes ... or am I wrong?
Good question! I guess it depends on the type lamp that you want to run, halogen, xenon, whatever. It'd be a good research project.
You could always get a good used alternator winding and have it rewound somewhere, probably in SoCal. Years ago, and maybe to this day, guys used to redo their alternators on their dirtbikes when they were running desert races at night. They would run aircraft landing lights so they could see. At least you have a nice big round light and not these stupid projector beams that we have on the superbikes.
Quote from: MacDuck on January 17, 2012, 08:42:20 AM
Good question! I guess it depends on the type lamp that you want to run, halogen, xenon, whatever. It'd be a good research project.
You could always get a good used alternator winding and have it rewound somewhere, probably in SoCal. Years ago, and maybe to this day, guys used to redo their alternators on their dirtbikes when they were running desert races at night. They would run aircraft landing lights so they could see. At least you have a nice big round light and not these stupid projector beams that we have on the superbikes.
Thanks for your honest answer ..
btw, almost got my hands on a 748S ... biposto, but, who cares?
Called guy, no answer, called again, mother answers, she lets me know that bike was in an accident yesterday and it seems bike was no good .. shame ... need to post in tosat ..
Quote from: MacDuck on January 16, 2012, 09:37:57 PM
There's a very real possibility that just previously someone went through there a lot faster than you did. People usually don't come out to the roads unless multiple passes have been made.
I typically do two passes one down and one back with no issues and then stop at the top for a while and make a final pass before heading to Norfolk or keep on down the road taking a right at the light and heading out towards Norfolk. Most of the time it is way too mossy and wet.
Looks like I'm getting another rear brake master replaced! My brakes felt soft on Sunday. I bled the rear brakes thinking it's air in the lines....only to discover I had a leaking rear brake master! I stopped at SSC today for diagnostics and Shawn/Eddie ordered another brake master. Unfortunately, I already had it replaced last summer.
I ran into Brandon (S1000RR) and Brian (1198) while at the shop...Brian has his bike in storage and will be deploying to Afghanistan tomorrow.
MadDuck...they still have the R1/anniv colors in the showroom [thumbsup]
Quote from: freeflydive on January 17, 2012, 07:58:31 PM
Looks like I'm getting another rear brake master replaced! My brakes felt soft on Sunday. I bled the rear brakes thinking it's air in the lines....only to discover I had a leaking rear brake master! I stopped at SSC today for diagnostics and Shawn/Eddie ordered another brake master. Unfortunately, I already had it replaced last summer.
I ran into Brandon (S1000RR) and Brian (1198) while at the shop...Brian has his bike in storage and will be deploying to Afghanistan tomorrow.
MadDuck...they still have the R1/anniv colors in the showroom [thumbsup]
Too bad you need another rear master! What's up with that stuff? Sorry to hear Brian is being shipped off to the sandbox. By the time he gets back they'll likely be stationing him at Fort Carson in Colorado. I would have liked to spent more time racing around with him. Oh Well.............
Oh, I didn't need to know that they still had the Anniversary.......... but thanks anyway. [cheeky]
Yeah, it's unfortunate Brian wasn't able to come out to more of the Sunday rides. He made a few attempts, but he either got rained out or dealt w/ road closures. At least both, him and his wife, get to deploy at the same time to get it over with.
As for the rear-brake master, the rubber tube/grommet that feed into the top leaks and free-rotates. While it's simple for a tech to diagnose, I was proud of being able to figure it out on my own...thanks for teaching me how to bleed the brakes/clutch.
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100310/rear_brake_master/web.jpg?ver=13268742230001)
You know, I was starting to get pretty interested in those R1s right up up until I say on one for a while. DAMN that thing is wide in the front end!!! Hopped on a new CBR immediately afterwards; it was much more svelte.
Quote from: freeflydive on January 18, 2012, 12:18:09 AM
Yeah, it's unfortunate Brian wasn't able to come out to more of the Sunday rides. He made a few attempts, but he either got rained out or dealt w/ road closures. At least both, him and his wife, get to deploy at the same time to get it over with.
As for the rear-brake master, the rubber tube/grommet that feed into the top leaks and free-rotates. While it's simple for a tech to diagnose, I was proud of being able to figure it out on my own...thanks for teaching me how to bleed the brakes/clutch.
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100310/rear_brake_master/web.jpg?ver=13268742230001)
Is that the brake master or just the feed hose? From the picture it looks like it is only a hose. Hard to tell for sure.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 18, 2012, 03:05:26 AM
You know, I was starting to get pretty interested in those R1s right up up until I say on one for a while. DAMN that thing is wide in the front end!!! Hopped on a new CBR immediately afterwards; it was much more svelte.
When I tried on a R1 at the dealer it was wide but it didn't seem so bad. Maybe I was being blinded by the colors. [laugh] Sat behind one in traffic this morning that had aftermarket cans. Dang that thing sounded pretty darn good with that crossplane firing.
CBR is definitely slimmer but I'd have to have the REPSOL version. [roll]
Quote from: MacDuck on January 18, 2012, 08:29:24 AM
Is that the brake master or just the feed hose? From the picture it looks like it is only a hose. Hard to tell for sure.
It's the rubber piece that sits in the master cylinder piston...which is not supposed to rotate in place (per SSC). On a different issue, some change the metal clamp connecting the hose to the master because the OEM clamp "reportedly " occasionally loosens enough to draw in air. I still have my warranty until this summer, but this is giving me an incentive to look at extended warranty options!
Quote from: MacDuck on January 18, 2012, 08:33:12 AM
CBR is definitely slimmer but I'd have to have the REPSOL version. [roll]
I'd end up sending it to Nate and have it painted up in Simoncelli colors.
Did an abbreviated JJ ride this morning...autocrossing on Sunday, so this will be it for me for the week...
I'm on duty tonight & craving pizza & cheesy bread!
Gave up the regular Sunday ride today in order to work on some tools for my upcoming service project. The tool thing is an increasingly frustrating exercise in patience & sourcing parts / pieces. Further proof that I am completely out of my mind. [roll]
MadDuck,
Where there ADSS that that had the same bolt pattern as the DSS?
What is this service project you speak of?
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 22, 2012, 04:48:51 PM
MadDuck,
Where there ADSS that that had the same bolt pattern as the DSS?
? ? ? No comprende.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 22, 2012, 04:49:54 PM
What is this service project you speak of?
15,000 mile service.
MacDuc,
You have 15K on the 848!!? :o
Don't forget your past love...the M900, needs your talented attention, when you have the time.
Quote from: 118811 on January 22, 2012, 05:12:24 PM
MacDuc,
You have 15K on the 848!!? :o
Don't forget your past love...the M900, needs your talented attention, when you have the time.
Getting tools for that one too. ;)
Quote from: MacDuck on January 22, 2012, 05:02:05 PM
? ? ? No comprende.
will shoot some pics and post for you to see ...
Quote from: MacDuck on January 22, 2012, 05:19:40 PM
Getting tools for that one too. ;)
You da MAN!!
[clap]
So, a neighbor asked about the strange sound from my bike...I explained it's a dry clutch and how it differs from a wet clutch. He looks like he understands...then says "so, your clutch is running low on oil?"
;D [popcorn] ;D
Quote from: freeflydive on January 26, 2012, 11:23:22 PM
So, a neighbor asked about the strange sound from my bike...I explained it's a dry clutch and how it differs from a wet clutch. He looks like he understands...then says "so, your clutch is running low on oil?"
;D [popcorn] ;D
... ???
and then you said ...
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on January 27, 2012, 04:02:21 PM
... ???
and then you said ...
Nothing, I just smiled and excused myself. My dog had to go outside. [evil]
Quote from: freeflydive on January 27, 2012, 09:25:02 PM
Nothing, I just smiled and excused myself. My dog had to go outside. [evil]
Ok, almost the same thing I would have done ... and even though I have a wet clutch bike, you can sort of hear it and you know the very specific sound of Desmo engines at idle ... they usually ask if something is wrong ...
Stopped by Ricks shop & was able to clean/lube my chain and install the DP killers. We went for a short spin and briefly met up with Jing and David (red 1198SP) at the top of 13 corners. Overall, a good day...well, off to clean up and head out to the Pro-Bowl block party on Kalakaua Ave.
sold the 848 today :'(
no i got raped but it was expected. on the plus side i already started saving for the 1199 ;D
Good luck with that Panigale. That thing is going to be WAY overkill for the island.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 29, 2012, 06:51:53 AM
Good luck with that Panigale. That thing is going to be WAY overkill for the island.
i know, but we are thinking about moving to washington state in 2014 so it will be fun to have over there in the summer ;D
Quote from: hadesducati848 on January 29, 2012, 10:13:50 AM
i know, but we are thinking about moving to washington state in 2014 so it will be fun to have over there in the summer ;D
The 1199 would be fun ANYwhere.
Sitting at Starbucks just looking at it will be great!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on January 29, 2012, 11:17:07 AM
The 1199 would be fun ANYwhere.
Sitting at Starbucks just looking at it will be great!! [thumbsup]
Way to maintain the stereotype.
no more break-in. yayyyy...
curious to see what my baseline dyno will be
Quote from: teddy037.3 on January 29, 2012, 04:04:41 PM
no more break-in. yayyyy...
curious to see what my baseline dyno will be
you were still in break in?
1500 miles per the manual
OK ...so it's higher now?
I guess so. in any case, I can redline the thing now [laugh]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on January 29, 2012, 04:36:11 PM
----- I can redline the thing now [laugh]
yup .. and with lots of joy!
my assumption is that it'll run out of steam before the limiter, sort of like my monster... I just want to see a baseline before I eventually slap a dp kit on her
OK ... I haven't feeled that mine, the few times I've done it runs out of steam ... but, experience vs unexperience[me]
midrange was def. the happy spot
you got it [beer]
that's where I ride ... no need for more ... just for the sound I go above
I'll finally get to hear what 7k sounds like lol. not even sure where the limiter is on the 796... 9?
Quote from: 118811 on January 29, 2012, 11:17:07 AM
The 1199 would be fun ANYwhere.
Sitting at Starbucks just looking at it will be great!! [thumbsup]
yeah right before the sunday jambajuice ride ;D
When will 1199's be available here in Honolulu?
March? April? Ducati hasn't even had the press ride events yet. Got to be soon though.
bill told me end of may
are you first in line?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 30, 2012, 07:37:55 AM
are you first in line?
not first, but ill be putting $500 down real soon to hold a place in line.
sweet zombie jesus!
there's a local user on... the unmentionable place...
don't ask how I got there
Poor guy must be lonely...
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2012, 03:22:50 AM
Poor guy must be lonely...
yeah, I shot the dude a pm w/my email... I had forgotten how horrible the navi is on that site.
also had a bit of sad nostalgia... oh well.
I don't even know if I could log in there. Are there still pictures there?
Quote from: MacDuck on February 01, 2012, 08:39:03 AM
I don't even know if I could log in there. Are there still pictures there?
yep... all our avatars are still up... didn't poke around the other thds too much, though. was looking back at alot of my old pms over the years
your monster can, my dml tap handle, the bacontini, ben's... darkwing duck avatar that he still uses :)
sad. but screw those guys!
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 01, 2012, 11:46:46 AM
sad. but screw those guys!
[laugh] [laugh]
Nailed down a salary today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2012, 03:11:18 PM
[laugh] [laugh]
Nailed down a salary today.
Yeae ! ! !
Congrats ... and godspeed
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2012, 03:11:18 PM
[laugh] [laugh]
Nailed down a salary today.
Congrats!...GS, ES or otherwise?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 01, 2012, 06:32:30 PM
Congrats!...GS, ES or otherwise?
Well, they've transitioned to the NSPS/DCIPS band system, but I'm basically coming in as the equivalent of a senior GS-13.
And thanks!! Now it's time to play the paperwork game.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2012, 06:46:58 PM
Well, they've transitioned to the NSPS/DCIPS band system, but I'm basically coming in as the equivalent of a senior GS-13.
That sounds pretty healthy...what's your current rank, if you don't mind me asking?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 01, 2012, 07:07:08 PM
That sounds pretty healthy...what's your current rank, if you don't mind me asking?
Still an E6. Turned down 7 the last three years.
GS-13? nice! [beer]
I will never make that much ever
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2012, 07:09:01 PM
Still an E6. Turned down 7 the last three years.
Score then!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2012, 07:09:01 PM
Still an E6. Turned down 7 the last three years.
I've said no to
an E7, but you are only the second person I've ever known to say no
to E7. It seems so much dirtier.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 01, 2012, 03:11:18 PM
[laugh] [laugh]
Nailed down a salary today.
Which agency? And BTW, congrats!
Quote from: MacDuck on February 02, 2012, 06:31:33 AM
Which agency? And BTW, congrats!
Thanks. I'll be working for NGA, at their support team to ONI.
Great, congrats. Going from E-6 pay to payband-4/ GG13 is a nice jump. NGA is a good organization to work for...and I've always had great support from their guys that deploy w/ us. ONI on the other hand, I've developed a love/hate relationship for them!
Quote from: jebus tristos on February 02, 2012, 04:22:53 AM
I've said no to an E7, but you are only the second person I've ever known to say no to E7. It seems so much dirtier.
i'd have to agree to that. brian gets in before 6, but he's been leaving work late. sometimes after 730pm. it's got to suck ass.
but he said to say congrats too. [thumbsup]
Yeah... I've always gotten grief for walking away from promoting, but it just wasn't what I wanted. I enjoy the technical side of my job (surprise surprise, that's why I do it) and putting on 7 would have been the end of that.
Quote from: whackie on February 03, 2012, 01:10:59 AM
i'd have to agree to that. brian gets in before 6, but he's been leaving work late. sometimes after 730pm. it's got to suck ass.
but he said to say congrats too. [thumbsup]
It's the leaner Navy with still as much, or more, to do than the old Navy. Brian sounds like me. 13 hrs at work yesterday.
AND....... Nice to see that you still check in [thumbsup] :)
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 03, 2012, 03:27:45 AM
Yeah... I've always gotten grief for walking away from promoting, but it just wasn't what I wanted. I enjoy the technical side of my job (surprise surprise, that's why I do it) and putting on 7 would have been the end of that.
So, when do you start?
Quote from: MacDuck on February 03, 2012, 08:30:35 AM
So, when do you start?
Working on that now. It will be a while (it's the fed, so that's expected), and I'm I'm only getting started on the paperwork in Monday.
Quote from: freeflydive on February 02, 2012, 10:23:12 PM
NGA is a good organization to work for...and I've always had great support from their guys that deploy w/ us.
I know. I've basically been working their office of counterterrorism for the last several years. The ONI part itself is only temporary. I'll either be looking to move over to Kennedy or a different NGA job within a year or so.
Went to SSD this morning and had a new front 2CT fitted, then went for a ride to get some miles on the tire before Sunday...asked Eddie the tech how my SF compares to others he's ridden, he said mine is an animal and is the most sorted of those he's had experience with... [evil]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 03, 2012, 02:18:06 PM
asked Eddie the tech how my SF compares to others he's ridden, he said mine is an animal and is the most sorted of those he's had experience with... [evil]
He said the same about my bike...I think they say that to most of us when we ask! It's like telling a parent their baby looks beautiful, when their cone shaped head looks like a strange alien!
[drink]
Quote from: freeflydive on February 03, 2012, 07:42:43 PM
He said the same about my bike...I think they say that to most of us when we ask! It's like telling a parent their baby looks beautiful, when their cone shaped head looks like a strange alien!
[drink]
I've been around long enough to know that...but it makes me feel good anyways... :-*
Quote from: freeflydive on February 03, 2012, 08:40:53 PM
Can I get a hug with that? ;D
didn't want to say it on a public forum, but he actually told me that my bike would kick your bike's a**... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 03, 2012, 09:11:23 PM
didn't want to say it on a public forum, but he actually told me that my bike would kick your bike's a**... ;D
The way I ride, I could get passed by a moped!
I was told once by a Ducati Italy tech[he was down here giving training to the once local dealer] that my M620D, felt different and he wanted to perform some tests ... it comes out that my M620 somehow, got some engine parts[pistons he said] in that do not belong on a M620 and that's why I felt the bike was different to the other M620's I had test riden ... come to think about it, I have kicked other M620's asses with mine ...;D
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on February 04, 2012, 04:56:40 AM
I was told once by a Ducati Italy tech[he was down here giving training to the once local dealer] that my M620D, felt different and he wanted to perform some tests ... it comes out that my M620 somehow, got some engine parts[pistons he said] in that do not belong on a M620 and that's why I felt the bike was different to the other M620's I had test riden ... come to think about it, I have kicked other M620's asses with mine ...;D
You must have gotten the same pistons that Randy's CapriRex 620 had.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 04, 2012, 08:53:11 AM
You must have gotten the same pistons that Randy's CapriRex 620 had.
higher comp is what he told me ... no dyno locally but it was calculated that my bike shuld be pushing close to 70hp instead of the 60hp it should have ...
Quote from: MacDuck on February 04, 2012, 08:53:11 AM
You must have gotten the same pistons that Randy's CapriRex 620 had.
[laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on February 04, 2012, 09:35:39 AM
higher comp is what he told me ... no dyno locally but it was calculated that my bike shuld be pushing close to 70hp instead of the 60hp it should have ...
What does a compression test show? PSI wise.
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on February 04, 2012, 09:35:39 AM
higher comp is what he told me ... no dyno locally but it was calculated that my bike shuld be pushing close to 70hp instead of the 60hp it should have ...
That's a potent 620!
Didn't know you could get numbers like that ... from the Factory [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 04, 2012, 12:29:56 PM
What does a compression test show? PSI wise.
OK it was done in KPa/Bar ...OK, found the paper, 11.12Bar ... like 1Bar=14.7psi ... round 160+PSI ...
Hit 15,000 miles, exactly, just as I hit the top of Norfolk while going home this afternoon.
I thought that was kind of appropriate.
Super Bowl party tonight. With meat grilled at the fire pit, strong home brew, rummed-up apple cider and hatchet throwing. [thumbsup]
Just got back from a Tantalus run. Conditions were pretty good & dry, but there was a fair amount of twigs...dead small branches etc. Probably a result of the gusty winds of yesterday. Made a few quick darts but again not to bad. [Dolph]
It has been 3 mos since my last blast around up there. I felt my wrists pretty early into the run & even felt like a cramp/pain in my right hand between the thumb & fore finger...which bothers me periodically when doing bench presses as well. Just getting old [bang]
Gotta mention had my first "toe dragging" experience today 3x actually ...kinda startled me at first. :o
Didn't really feel I was leaning into the turns anymore than in the past. It could be...first time I have road in my new Alpinestars MX 5 boots with the new adjustable foot pegs, got them adjusted 25mm back and a hair higher than stock...most likely just lazy & riding on my heels :-[
let's see...
today, I got to play with lasers again. and eat fried chicken.
monday was interesting as well. I got to meet the guy responsible for making one of my favorite wines, as well as feel terribly out of place and underdressed.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on February 08, 2012, 09:37:30 PM
let's see...
today, I got to play with lasers again. and eat fried chicken.
monday was interesting as well. I got to meet the guy responsible for making one of my favorite wines, as well as feel terribly out of place and underdressed.
What wine?
Cakebread....not familiar, so did a little research. Good reviews, but out of my pricepoint! :'(
I really enjoy "Dancing Bull" cab though....
been a fan of their cab since the... 02? vint.
the coolest part about monday's thing was learning the story behind the dancing bear :)
Ordered a set of Q2 from CycleGear for $250 shipped with a $20-off promo code found online. Thanks to OFP for the recommendation. [thumbsup]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on February 09, 2012, 12:06:23 AM
been a fan of their cab since the... 02? vint.
the coolest part about monday's thing was learning the story behind the dancing bear :)
What theres a story behind the bear...please tell [drink]
it was introduced to me from some mutual friend of me and both of my (2) ex wives!! [wine]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on February 09, 2012, 12:06:23 AM
been a fan of their cab since the... 02? vint.
the coolest part about monday's thing was learning the story behind the dancing bear :)
Are you guys both on the same page? There's Dancing Bull and Dancing Bear. Two different brands of Cab Sav.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 09, 2012, 06:40:58 AM
Are you guys both on the same page? There's Dancing Bull and Dancing Bear. Two different brands of Cab Sav.
LOL!!!
....3 beers in & working on the 4th; didn't catch the bear vs bull [drink]
I know of the bull not the bear.
"dancing bear" is from cakebread; at that thing on monday I got to taste all the new releases, including the bear.
then, towards the end of the night, we were sitting outside at a table and dennis cakebread came out and sat with us to shoot the shit. it never ceases to amaze me how groovy people are in the winemaking world
http://www.cakebread.com/about/Vineyards/index.cfm?vineyard=vineyard_dancing_bear.html (http://www.cakebread.com/about/Vineyards/index.cfm?vineyard=vineyard_dancing_bear.html)
Quote from: sta on February 09, 2012, 12:16:21 AM
Ordered a set of Q2 from CycleGear for $250 shipped with a $20-off promo code found online. Thanks to OFP for the recommendation. [thumbsup]
It'll be fun to see what you think about those Q2's after running the Pures.
OFP?
Quote from: 118811 on February 08, 2012, 06:49:21 PM
most likely just lazy & riding on my heels :-[
I was going to say. [laugh] Good to see you making some runs up there again.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 09, 2012, 08:29:42 AM
It'll be fun to see what you think about those Q2's after running the Pures.
OFP?
Yeah, I figure I will try it and let know. OFP= old fighter pilot
Quote from: MacDuck on February 09, 2012, 08:32:46 AM
I was going to say. [laugh] Good to see you making some runs up there again.
Yeah, it was fun. I should be doing it more often as it is so close for me!
Mac, I have to tell you again how much I love the M900 you sold me. It continues to amaze me how much fun it is to ride & how a a 14 year old bike can always garner so much attention and compliments!! [Dolph]
Quote from: sta on February 09, 2012, 10:34:28 AM
OFP= old fighter pilot
for the record, I no longer refer to myself as Old Fighter Pilot...'fighter pilot will do fine as I'm trying project a younger public image... ;D
Oh, and nice score on the Q2s... [thumbsup]
Apology FP. Didn't notice the update. Yes, it was definitely a steal for 250. Now I can't wait to get them on and get a feel.
So I guess everyone down there is swearing on the Q2s now?
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 10, 2012, 03:17:31 AM
So I guess everyone down there is swearing on the Q2s now?
Don't know just yet. Brandon is putting / has put Pures on his S1000RR but I haven't talked to him for a bit. David has Pures on order for his 1198SP. He's used them before and likes them a lot.
I've only ridden one weekend on the Boxer Cup after the Q2's were installed and I liked them right away. I like the Pures now that they are good and broken in but I'm not totally so in love with them that I'd buy another set. Goto needs tires on the HyperS to pass safety check so I might swap my wheels/tires over to his bike and then put Q's on his wheels which I would fit to the 848. If that's all at my expense then it sounds like a good trade to me.
Changed oil/filter and bled the clutch & front brakes on the SF this afternoon...mileage is 18,543... [Dolph]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 10, 2012, 07:30:10 PM
Changed oil/filter and bled the clutch & front brakes on the SF this afternoon...mileage is 18,543... [Dolph]
3,500 miles behind you but coasting for a bit over the next few weeks. Might see more of the R1100S when you see me. We'll soon be needing some extra parking space at BME so I might have to bring the red one home. Darn.
Oh, got a fistful of half rings for 7mm & 8mm valve stems today.
Here are the first 2x press articles (Visor Down / MCN) I've seen related to a "first ride" review of the 1199...first time I've read an article that doesn't complain about a Duc's ergos!
http://www.visordown.com/road-tests-first-rides/first-ride-ducati-1199-panigale-s/20053.html (http://www.visordown.com/road-tests-first-rides/first-ride-ducati-1199-panigale-s/20053.html)
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/New-bikes/2012/February/Feb10DucatiPanigale/ (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/New-bikes/2012/February/Feb10DucatiPanigale/)
I'm looking forward to the '12 superbike shootout articles [Dolph]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 10, 2012, 03:17:31 AM
So I guess everyone down there is swearing on the Q2s now?
Q2's will be my next tire as well. The Keith Code school run the Q2's on all their S1000RR track bikes w/ great rider/student reviews. They were also positively reviewed in various tire-shootout articles (see link below).
http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/545/8295/Motorcycle-Article/Dunlop-Sportmax-Q2-Tire-Comparison-Review.aspx (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/545/8295/Motorcycle-Article/Dunlop-Sportmax-Q2-Tire-Comparison-Review.aspx)
I replaced my tires 4500mi ago...I ruled out the Power Pures and almost bought the Q2s. I ended up buying the OEM Pirelli Supercorsa SP's at a great price...however, both sets squared off from street riding where I'm mostly upright...sans 13 corners/norfolk or military track day. The supercorsa's are fun, predictable, w/ plenty of grip and will wear down evenly on a track....but my "OPINION" is the Q2's provide virtually equal amount of grip, consistent feedback/feel and provide better longevity on the street (dual compound) for us street-locked mortals.
Quote from: freeflydive on February 11, 2012, 02:53:44 PM
Here are the first 2x press articles (Visor Down / MCN) I've seen related to a "first ride" review of the 1199...first time I've read an article that doesn't complain about a Duc's ergos!
http://www.visordown.com/road-tests-first-rides/first-ride-ducati-1199-panigale-s/20053.html (http://www.visordown.com/road-tests-first-rides/first-ride-ducati-1199-panigale-s/20053.html)
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/New-bikes/2012/February/Feb10DucatiPanigale/ (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/New-bikes/2012/February/Feb10DucatiPanigale/)
I'm looking forward to the '12 superbike shootout articles [Dolph]
At long last........ sounds like the best of all the worlds we've seen......
Alas I'll have to make do with what I've got for quite a while..... not that is a bad thing [evil]
MacDuck,
Never commented back on the compression pressures of my bike . . . how you find them?
The bike engine specs at a 10.5:1 compression ratio and the numbers you listed might be good for about 11:1. These can change a bit depending on how the test is done and who knows, there could be a bit of carbon buildup. The bike is supposed to make 60 bhp or 62 bhp depending on which literary source is doing the reporting. The 750 Monster doesn't make 70 hp so while yours may be a good running sample it might be a bit of a stretch to think that it is actually making the 70 hp that someone thought it might be getting. No matter really. A well ridden 620 can easily hang with a not-so-well ridden Monster 900/1000.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 12, 2012, 05:00:16 PM
The bike engine specs at a 10.5:1 compression ratio and the numbers you listed might be good for about 11:1. These can change a bit depending on how the test is done and who knows, there could be a bit of carbon buildup. The bike is supposed to make 60 bhp or 62 bhp depending on which literary source is doing the reporting. The 750 Monster doesn't make 70 hp so while yours may be a good running sample it might be a bit of a stretch to think that it is actually making the 70 hp that someone thought it might be getting. No matter really. A well ridden 620 can easily hang with a not-so-well ridden Monster 900/1000.
at the time the bike had 5345kms . . . or about 3321miles riden
Hey MacDuck,
Just wanted to thank you for your help with the seat bolt today!
I am one, and I know there is a lot of of Ducati & KTM riders out their that appreciate all your
help on various projects / service etc. many thanks [clap] [thumbsup] [beer]
Quote from: 118811 on February 12, 2012, 06:04:47 PM
Hey MacDuck,
Just wanted to thank you for your help with the seat bolt today!
I am one, and I know there is a lot of of Ducati & KTM riders out their that appreciate all your
help on various projects / service etc. many thanks [clap] [thumbsup] [beer]
Hear! Hear!... [beer]
KTM what?
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 12, 2012, 08:48:06 PM
KTM what?
No KTM experience what-so-ever, apart from riding them. [roll]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 12, 2012, 09:02:52 PM
No KTM experience what-so-ever, apart from riding them. [roll]
My bad...I thought had maybe done things on Ben's bike
So, I've been racking my brains once again over the BMW! I'm forcing myself to commit this week to either keeping my bike or selling it for the S1000RR. I spoke w/ Bill today...he has a black one that "should" arrive in March/April.
Quote from: freeflydive on February 12, 2012, 11:58:04 PM
So, I've been racking my brains once again over the BMW! I'm forcing myself to commit this week to either keeping my bike or selling it for the S1000RR. I spoke w/ Bill today...he has a black one that "should" arrive in March/April.
No Panigale?... [evil]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 13, 2012, 09:04:27 AMNo Panigale?... [evil]
Nah, not for now! I gave Bill at SSC my down payment for an S1000RR. It's for a black model that should be here in March, but I asked him to look for a motorsport colored unit for me...both are sharp, but there is something about the BMW motorsport colors! I'll try my luck at selling the Duc on Craigslist while I wait...this makes my afternoon a bit bitter/sweet!
On a different note, SSC now has a '12 S1000RR demo model on the floor. Once Bill puts on the first 200 miles, he might need help racking up 2300 more miles so he can sell it (2500 miles min required before the demo can be sold). [evil]
[Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on February 14, 2012, 01:59:30 AM
On a different note, SSC now has a '12 S1000RR demo model on the floor. Once Bill puts on the first 200 miles, he might need help racking up 2300 more miles so he can sell it (2500 miles min required before the demo can be sold). [evil]
[Dolph]
That may take awhile as they are reluctant to cough up demo rides and when they do it's only around the block...
Yesterday... Met with Kerry and returned his lost wallet, which was found by my co-worker on Kalanianaole Hwy. Talking about small world...
Quote from: sta on February 14, 2012, 05:02:26 PM
Yesterday... Met with Kerry and returned his lost wallet, which was found by my co-worker on Kalanianaole Hwy. Talking about small world...
Too funny.
Quote from: freeflydive on February 14, 2012, 01:59:30 AM
Nah, not for now! I gave Bill at SSC my down payment for an S1000RR. It's for a black model that should be here in March, but I asked him to look for a motorsport colored unit for me...both are sharp, but there is something about the BMW motorsport colors! I'll try my luck at selling the Duc on Craigslist while I wait...this makes my afternoon a bit bitter/sweet!
If the end result gives you a ride better suited to you then by all means go for it and don't look back. [thumbsup] You might take a beating on the price for your 1198 with all the other ones out there for sale though. And there are some folks who have their bikes priced so high it makes you wonder if they want to sell them. [cheeky]
boy, all this talk about buying expensive new motorcycles......
it took me a week to grow a set and finally pull the trigger on a new jacket! [cheeky]
http://www.beachmoto.com/revit/jackets/cr-leather.php (http://www.beachmoto.com/revit/jackets/cr-leather.php)
Quote from: sofadriver on February 14, 2012, 08:11:07 PM
boy, all this talk about buying expensive new motorcycles......
it took me a week to grow a set and finally pull the trigger on a new jacket! [cheeky]
http://www.beachmoto.com/revit/jackets/cr-leather.php (http://www.beachmoto.com/revit/jackets/cr-leather.php)
Very nice jacket!!! [thumbsup]
Just need to get a Ducati Corse emblem sewn & you done
[Dolph]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 14, 2012, 07:59:30 PM
If the end result gives you a ride better suited to you then by all means go for it and don't look back. [thumbsup] You might take a beating on the price for your 1198 with all the other ones out there for sale though. And there are some folks who have their bikes priced so high it makes you wonder if they want to sell them. [cheeky]
I was surprised to see the craigslist prices too...I don't have any grand illusions for what my bike is worth. KBB retail is 11,900, but I'll start listing at 11,400 obo. I'd accept a reasonable offer...the bike has 8200mi, well maintained and is still under warranty. I already know I'll miss the sound of the L-twin engine roar and bottom/mid range power! I won't be any faster on the street, but I find its ergos more comfortable and electronics more user friendly. I've been struggling w/ the decision to buy it before I bought the Duc...I finally decided to make myself happy and commit! You'll just have to get used to a BMW at the tail end of the Ducati train on Sudays :-) [bow_down]
Quote from: freeflydive on February 15, 2012, 09:44:42 PM
I was surprised to see the craigslist prices too...I don't have any grand illusions for what my bike is worth. KBB retail is 11,900, but I'll likely list it for 11k-11,400 obo. I'd accept a reasonable offer...the bike has 8200mi, well maintained and is still under warranty. I already know I'll miss the sound of the L-twin engine roar and bottom/mid range power! I won't be any faster on the street, but I find its ergos more comfortable and electronics more user friendly. I've been struggling w/ the decision to buy it before I bought the Duc...I finally decided to make myself happy and commit! You'll just have to get used to a BMW at the tail end of the Ducati train on Sudays :-) [bow_down]
I'd like to start the lowballing at $5K... ;)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 15, 2012, 10:55:46 PM
I'd like to start the lowballing at $5K... ;)
Do I hear 4k?! Going once, going twice...sold to the lowest bidder for 5k! [beer]
Here's a glowing 1199 first ride review by MCN. Enjoy... [Dolph]
Ducati 1199 Panigale first ride (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-7gDVmdiDY&list=UUB_cdRhIDhlavY2I5URSC7g&index=1&feature=plcp#)
Cheers,
Majdi
Majdi....are you reconsidering!!!?
What a glowing report...I did notice that the handlebars are wider [Dolph]
You mentioned in a earlier post you liked the BMW ergo's over the Duc's...would the Panagale fit your needs?
As super good as the first reports are no one can really tell how the Panigale works for them until they get on one. Majdi has plenty enough time on the S1000RR to know it works for him.
I liked the part where it said it works down low like an 848 and then has the big punch up high. More riders will like that but there are still lots of folks who like the nasty low power of the 1198. You just have to ride it differently and that always put off the motorcycle press.
Quote from: 118811 on February 17, 2012, 09:11:58 PM
Majdi....are you reconsidering!!!?
What a glowing report...I did notice that the handlebars are wider [Dolph]
You mentioned in a earlier post you liked the BMW ergo's over the Duc's...would the Panagale fit your needs?
Nah, I have my mind set on the S1000RR as my next bike...it fits my body well & I like the mid-production improvements to the electronics and suspension. Another factor is the $5k-$8k difference between the BMW & 1199/S (before upgrades). Having said that, the 1199, typical of Ducati designs, looks like sex on wheels. I'm glad to see all the positive 1199 reviews relating to the ergos, suspension and power...plus that engine roar still makes me smile! Unfortunately, as Rick mentioned, I won't know how it would fit me until I ride it. I can't wait for the 2012 liter bike shootout...even though I realize the journalists end up splitting hairs to rack & stack the bikes.
Soooo...I think I found the exhaust system for my short list of upgrades! The "Taylormade" exhaust reminds me of the Desmo/GP style side exhaust.
(http://www.biohazardcycles.com/media/13/a20791512b67f216e8b8fc_m.jpg)
MacDuck,
re-did compression test yesterday, got following numbers, bike was warm, temp indicator said 65°C ....12.5~12.6bar/181.29psi; not much difference from about 8500kms ...bike now has 138XXkms . . .
the measurments are for horizontal-vertical cylinders . .
Quote from: freeflydive on February 17, 2012, 07:54:06 PM
Here's a glowing 1199 first ride review by MCN. Enjoy... [Dolph]
What an amazing machine. I'll never have the skills to ride that at 50%.
I'll have to be content with riding my Monster and grinding down the same Happy Face kneesliders. [cheeky] [cheeky]
Quote from: freeflydive on February 18, 2012, 04:09:56 AM
Nah, I have my mind set on the S1000RR as my next bike...it fits my body well & I like the mid-production improvements to the electronics and suspension. Another factor is the $5k-$8k difference between the BMW & 1199/S (before upgrades). Having said that, the 1199, typical of Ducati designs, looks like sex on wheels. I'm glad to see all the positive 1199 reviews relating to the ergos, suspension and power...plus that engine roar still makes me smile! Unfortunately, as Rick mentioned, I won't know how it would fit me until I ride it. I can't wait for the 2012 liter bike shootout...even though I realize the journalists end up splitting hairs to rack & stack the bikes.
Soooo...I think I found the exhaust system for my short list of upgrades! The "Taylormade" exhaust reminds me of the Desmo/GP style side exhaust.
(http://www.biohazardcycles.com/media/13/a20791512b67f216e8b8fc_m.jpg)
One of the shop's customers has a S1000RR like the one in the picture with that Taylormade exhaust. Sounds and looks really good. When I was considering the S1000RR (and still do think about that) I was planning a full Akrapovic with the carbon can.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 18, 2012, 09:15:36 AM
One of the shop's customers has a S1000RR like the one in the picture with that Taylormade exhaust. Sounds and looks really good. When I was considering the S1000RR (and still do think about that) I was planning a full Akrapovic with the carbon can.
I was planning on the short akra slip-on, until I saw the taylormade full system. I don't need it, but I love how the pipe is integrated into the body and the panel extends to the back, unlike how the stock fairing leaves the cat exposed.
Wow...I did not know there was that much price difference between the 1199 & s 100RR
approx. what are the out the doors dollars on the two bikes here in Honolulu?
Quote from: freeflydive on February 18, 2012, 03:07:28 PM
I was planning on the short akra slip-on, until I saw the taylormade full system. I don't need it, but I love how the pipe is integrated into the body and the panel extends to the back, unlike how the stock fairing leaves the cat exposed.
Yeah, the only thing with any of the slip ons is that the fugly cat is still there. That's why if you do anything it needs to have someone's full system. Of course you then also have to do something with the ECU. I haven't been following the S1000RR forum for a while but there should be some pretty good maps available at this point. One would think anyway.
Yep, the traditional issue with the Ducati is not only the higher entrance fee but the additional monthly upgrade dues. [laugh] The BMW, not so much. [Dolph]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 18, 2012, 04:27:07 PM
- - -Yep, the traditional issue with the Ducati is not only the higher entrance fee but the additional monthly upgrade dues. [laugh] The BMW, not so much. [Dolph]
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 18, 2012, 04:27:07 PM
Of course you then also have to do something with the ECU. I haven't been following the S1000RR forum for a while but there should be some pretty good maps available at this point.
There are a few maps out there, especially w/ Bazzaz and PC-V, but most don't bother. The majority initially report experiencing a bit of backfiring, then the ECU appears to adjust the air/fuel ratio after ~50 miles...having said that, I haven't looked hard enough to see their dyno pulls/chart.
Big, big THANKS to Majdi for spotting that missing closer half ring on the shop floor today!!
Modified my intakes for more airflow this afternoon...new inlet is the unscreened opening, stock is the screened opening...next step is to find some screening for the new opening, don't want to suck any small low flying birds into that thing...
(http://i44.tinypic.com/286ryf.jpg)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 19, 2012, 07:34:30 PM
Modified my intakes for more airflow this afternoon...new inlet is the unscreened opening, stock is the screened opening...next step is to find some screening for the new opening, don't want to suck any small low flying birds into that thing...
(http://i44.tinypic.com/286ryf.jpg)
Is the stock screen all that restrictive to begin with? Plus the air still has to go through the filter in the airbox.
Stock screen is not that restrictive, but the opening is rather small...my ECU is actually mapped for a full system, with a K & N filter and modified intakes, so I thought it could do with a bit more airflow...very unscientific, but what the heck...and yes the air still has to pass through the filter... ;D
Ran the great aloha run and I'm ready for a nap now.
Quote from: sta on February 20, 2012, 04:25:57 PM
Ran the great aloha run and I'm ready for a nap now.
night, night...
Quote from: sta on February 20, 2012, 04:25:57 PM
Ran the great aloha run and I'm ready for a nap now.
Congrats on finishing the race. Hope you're your muscles are recovering well.
Short ride to visit the snake and back this early this afternoon...bike seems to pull harder with the modified intakes, or maybe it was just the cool air, or maybe a combination of both...or maybe just an old man's imagination... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 22, 2012, 03:43:08 PM
Short ride to visit the snake and back this early this afternoon...bike seems to pull harder with the modified intakes, or maybe it was just the cool air, or maybe a combination of both...or maybe just an old man's imagination... ;D
have you been taking your placebo pills again?
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on February 22, 2012, 03:46:18 PM
have you been taking your placebo pills again?
actually I'm fresh out, took the last one day before yesterday... ;)
jajajajaja . . .
Quote from: sta on February 20, 2012, 04:25:57 PM
Ran the great aloha run and I'm ready for a nap now.
What was your time?
1:33 I was hoping to break the 1:30 mark, I guess it will have to be the next time. :-)
My body took it much better than last year, I was able to walk after the race and the two days after.
Also made appt to get the Q2 mounted at SSD on Saturday, hopefully the weather will be good for the weekend.
Quote from: sta on February 22, 2012, 11:30:36 PM
1:33 I was hoping to break the 1:30 mark, I guess it will have to be the next time. :-)
My body took it much better than last year, I was able to walk after the race and the two days after.
Also made appt to get the Q2 mounted at SSD on Saturday, hopefully the weather will be good for the weekend.
Not a bad time but I guess from the after effects described that you are only a part time runner. [cheeky]
So what's your total cost on the Q2's after South Seas charges for installation? Be interesting to see what you think compared to the Pures ( like I said before ;) )
I've been quoted for 2 hrs of work for the installation, $150, but I am going to ask for a possible "break" (hoping), $100 or $125 for the installation would be nice. [thumbsup] Plus $250 for tires, so less than $400 hopefully...
As for the running, yes, only part-time. No marathon or anything longer than the GAR for sure. Only for the purpose of trying to keep in shape. :)
Quote from: sta on February 23, 2012, 12:03:23 PM
I've been quoted for 2 hrs of work for the installation, $150, but I am going to ask for a possible "break" (hoping), $100 or $125 for the installation would be nice. [thumbsup]
As for the running, yes, only part-time. No marathon or anything longer than the GAR for sure. Only for the purpose of trying to keep in shape. :)
Talk to Shawn about the $50 per tire rate that he gives me... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 23, 2012, 12:32:20 PM
Talk to Shawn about the $50 per tire rate that he gives me... ;D
Yeah, that's what I am shooting for. But you are a regular visitor of SSD, I am bit of a "stranger" :). I may just need to pay my 'due'.
Got my Q2 installed, visited MD while he was performing valve adjustment on his old monster. rode thru semi dry tantalus, ewa off ramp, 13 turns, then Norfolk. The verdict on the tire, I like them. They feel softer than the pure, a solid planted feel. Quite a confident building tire so far.
I wanted to ride today, but appeared wet & gray throughout the morning. We attended a Roller Derby match to cheer on a friend, then went to Gordon Biersch to celebrate the teams loss! [laugh]
Quote from: sta on February 25, 2012, 08:29:58 PMGot my Q2 installed
Congrats on the new shoes, I'm glad you like them...I'll eventually get them when my tires wear out. [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on February 25, 2012, 08:29:58 PM
Got my Q2 installed, visited MD while he was performing valve adjustment on his old monster. rode thru semi dry tantalus, ewa off ramp, 13 turns, then Norfolk. The verdict on the tire, I like them. They feel softer than the pure, a solid planted feel. Quite a confident building tire so far.
That has been my impression of them so far in my limited experience so far.
Hi All....it was a great day for me!!
Mac got a lot done on (his old, my current) M900.
Valve adjust...new belts & got the new 2-1 exhaust on and fitted final fitting to be done Sun. along with new sprockets chain.
Also....my son is part of the 2012 Hawaii Division 1 High School Basketball Championship team!!!
Congratulation's Taylor (#20)!!!
Thanks again to Mac!!
Spent a huge amount of time this weekend working on Frederick's bike. At one point today it took us a total of two hours to free two rusted bolts and get everything proper where they mount up. Actually think we could have finished the bike today if it hadn't been for that. As it is with the new exhaust this bike has to be the most trick Monster on the island. Not the newest, not the fastest but by far the best and most modded. The new exhaust, when finally finished, will be absolutely sick.
well.....I am sure most of you that know Mac, know him as a very patient individual. [thumbsup]
That patience was tested a couple times this weekend; even a few expletives were shouted, in angst!!!
I even questioned my own sanity in undertaking this project all at once, as things got weird. But in theory (in my mind) ???
Doing all these mods, maintenance made economical-practical...efficient sense.
Well, after seeing the end 95% anyway things look, look very good!!
Thanks again Mac!! [thumbsup]
where's da pics???
[laugh] I've seen him throw things around the shop a time or two.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 27, 2012, 02:28:16 AM
[laugh] I've seen him throw things around the shop a time or two.
STFU! I've mellowed considerably, which is another way of saying I've gotten older. [laugh] Nothing was thrown and even the cursing was minimal, for me anyway. That said, it was a grind and we're still not finished. I'll see if I can put on the airbox and fuel tank tonight, maybe. We'll see how the day goes and what's going on after work.
crapcakes! I forgot to bring that screw with me!
nobody would happen to know the size of the screw that holds the seat down on a hyper, eh?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on February 27, 2012, 08:26:51 AM
crapcakes! I forgot to bring that screw with me!
nobody would happen to know the size of the screw that holds the seat down on a hyper, eh?
Thread size is 5mm x 0.8 methinks. I could tell you for sure when I get home tonight but by then you will know too.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 27, 2012, 08:44:59 AM
Thread size is 5mm x 0.8 methinks. I could tell you for sure when I get home tonight but by then you will know too.
yep... was totally going to go shopping for a stainless replacement on the way home from work today. boo.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 27, 2012, 06:46:10 AMWe'll see how the day goes and what's going on after work.
Mac, let me know if you need any help after hours. I don't have any expertise, but I have 2x free hands to lend.
Cheers,
Majdi
Quote from: MacDuck on February 27, 2012, 06:47:39 AM
Working on those.
And here you go.......
This is a profile shot of the horizontal header
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1151-1.jpg)
The down header from the vertical cyl
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1153-1.jpg)
The collector -- sorry that I didn't get a real good shot of all the beautiful welding
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1152.jpg)
And the rear hoop extenders to raise the rear end & ride height. Getting the through bolts out of the swing arm tabs was the two hour angst.......
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1154-1.jpg)
I ran out of battery so I'll have to post the comparo shot of this bike to a stock frame 620. The ride height & swing arm angles are noticeably different.
Looking good!...what kind of exhaust is that?
Quote from: freeflydive on February 27, 2012, 10:54:51 PM
Mac, let me know if you need any help after hours. I don't have any expertise, but I have 2x free hands to lend.
Cheers,
Majdi
Thanks again for the offer however no extra hands could have made anything any faster tonight.
BTW ....... I saw you this afternoon/early evening when you were going down Kapiolani Blvd just before the BMW dealership. I was walking Sammy, waved to you and everything but not even a glimmer of recognition [roll] [laugh]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 27, 2012, 11:05:42 PM
Looking good!...what kind of exhaust is that?
Damn near custom. Certainly very limited production pieces that Frederick got out of Europe. Nice stuff isn't it?
That looks very good . . .
Finished off the intakes with screen procured by Carbon 14...whatcha think?...
(http://i42.tinypic.com/20ft3.jpg)
(http://i42.tinypic.com/33z2n0i.jpg)
FP, very cool
[thumbsup]
Any tips for when I do mine? How did you secure it? I was thinking epoxy with the finer mesh but with that open screen it's more of a spot application.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on February 28, 2012, 08:55:26 PM
[thumbsup]
Any tips for when I do mine? How did you secure it? I was thinking epoxy with the finer mesh but with that open screen it's more of a spot application.
Pretty easy actually, just cut it to size with a 1/4 to 3/8 inch overlap and press fit it...used an electric hot glue gun and applied lots of glue, it ain't pretty on the inside... ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on February 27, 2012, 11:07:26 PM
I was walking Sammy, waved to you and everything but not even a glimmer of recognition [roll [laugh]
I'm very sorry...by the time I reach Kapiolani, I'm in tunnel vision mode, on the verge of road rage! [evil] ;D
Quote from: freeflydive on February 28, 2012, 11:39:05 PM
I'm very sorry...by the time I reach Kapiolani, I'm in tunnel vision mode, on the verge of road rage! [evil] ;D
[laugh] [laugh] Too funny .... From the expression I could see by looking through your face shield that's just about exactly what it looked like.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 28, 2012, 09:12:51 PM
...used an electric hot glue gun and applied lots of glue, it ain't pretty on the inside... ;D
Ah...hot goo, scourge of the '70s, hadn't considered that. Good choice.
Thinking I might black mine out before I install it.
C-14
I like the contrast of the silver mesh.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 29, 2012, 10:23:50 PM
I like the contrast of the silver mesh.
For FP's application I totally agree. Keeps you from looking past it and into the intake. For my 998 it's very hard to see unless you're 3'2", and I ride in hella rain. I'm afraid the bare aluminum will chalk from the salt air.
Hey, i didn't want to make a new thread for a quick questions. I'm new to Oahu and i need new tires for my cager, VW GTI. Do you guys have any shops you recommend, a place that can handle low profile tires? Thanks
Quote from: SkimBom on March 01, 2012, 03:26:51 PM
Hey, i didn't want to make a new thread for a quick questions. I'm new to Oahu and i need new tires for my cager, VW GTI. Do you guys have any shops you recommend, a place that can handle low profile tires? Thanks
I usually buy my tires from Tire Rack and have them mounted & balanced at Mod Industries (842-9916)...Dave may be able to hook you up with tires also, dependlng on what you want...tell him that Gene referred you.
Had to deal with an incredibly frustrating situation.
Picked up my M900 from Mac...this morning!! [Dolph]
He did valves, belts, rear linkage spacers & the 2-1 exhaust system...this past weekend. I used a temporary exhaust can....because the Two Brothers can I want to use requires a custom 5'' approx mid pipe with 170*bend to accommodate the stock rear sets.
My question is do any of you know of a exhaust -welder who could help me with that?
Anne's hubbie. When he's not on float
Rode The Dragon for the first time [Dolph]
Really? How long did it take you to get there from Hawaii?
Quote from: 118811 on March 01, 2012, 06:59:04 PM
Picked up my M900 from Mac...this morning!! [Dolph]
He did valves, belts, rear linkage spacers & the 2-1 exhaust system...this past weekend. I used a temporary exhaust can....because the Two Brothers can I want to use requires a custom 5'' approx mid pipe with 170*bend to accommodate the stock rear sets.
My question is do any of you know of a exhaust -welder who could help me with that?
See the guys at Exhaust Systems Hawaii.
BTW....... Thank You!
Quote from: SkimBom on March 01, 2012, 03:26:51 PM
Hey, i didn't want to make a new thread for a quick questions. I'm new to Oahu and i need new tires for my cager, VW GTI. Do you guys have any shops you recommend, a place that can handle low profile tires? Thanks
TBH, go with tirerack.com... prices are better than anything local, and you can get them installed at sears, goodyear, etc.
:edit: today I installed my first
piece of titanium bling weight reduction mod :P
Quote from: MacDuck on March 01, 2012, 10:23:12 PM
See the guys at Exhaust Systems Hawaii.
BTW....... Thank You!
THANK YOU!!! [beer]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 01, 2012, 07:28:57 PM
Really? How long did it take you to get there from Hawaii?
Is this directed at me? No quote so not sure
Quote from: TNWINESELLER on March 02, 2012, 07:24:51 PM
Is this directed at me? No quote so not sure
seems like it... don't mind ben, though. it is assumed you know when he speaks to you ;D
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 02, 2012, 08:54:33 PM
seems like it... don't mind ben, though. it is assumed you know when he speaks to you ;D
It is but he's not being mean. Just teasing you.
Never knew....
DRKWNG is Ben [roll]
Ok, [Dolph]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 02, 2012, 08:54:33 PM
seems like it... don't mind ben, though. it is assumed you know when he speaks to you ;D
I ask because my profile has my location. His shows NoVa which is also not Hawaii
I just realized this is a local club board. When i click "Show unread posts since last visit", this is always there. That explains the sarcasm of Ben/Drkwng(sp). Rookie mistake :-[
Quote from: 118811 on March 03, 2012, 12:56:49 AM
Never knew....
DRKWNG is Ben [roll]
Ok, [Dolph]
Oh NO! His secret identity has been revealed! ;D
Quote from: TNWINESELLER on March 03, 2012, 02:52:01 AM
I ask because my profile has my location. His shows NoVa which is also not Hawaii
True that but he got started on these boards ( the old DML & this one ) when he was living and riding over here. He lives in the DC area now but is still considered a local rider. You can check out but you can never leave.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 03, 2012, 09:03:44 AM
You can check out but you can never leave.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: TNWINESELLER on March 03, 2012, 08:25:04 AM
Rookie mistake :-[
no worries, plenty of room at the hotel desmotropic. everyone is pretty cool.
'cept teddy; that guy's an asshole
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 03, 2012, 09:52:42 AM
Quote from: MacDuck on March 03, 2012, 09:03:44 AM
You can check out but you can never leave.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
??? is this some old guy joke? I don't get it...
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 03, 2012, 12:55:57 PM
no worries, plenty of room at the hotel desmotropic. everyone is pretty cool.
'cept teddy; that guy's an asshole
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
??? is this some old guy joke? I don't get it...
I believe the actual, original line went "You can check out if you like but you can never leave."
And........... you are pretty close.......
Quote from: MacDuck on March 03, 2012, 01:32:21 PM
I believe the actual, original line went "You can check out if you like but you can never leave."
And........... you are pretty close.......
I kinda fig'd this
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 03, 2012, 12:55:57 PM
plenty of room at the hotel desmotropic.
woulda been a big hint that I know the eagles' song, and I was just being cheeky
guess not. [roll]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 03, 2012, 01:58:55 PM
I kinda fig'd this
woulda been a big hint that I know the eagles' song, and I was just being cheeky
guess not. [roll]
[roll] [roll] [roll]
Don't roll those eyes too much now. [laugh] I knda figured that you were on it with the hotel reference but you can be inscrutably subtle at times. Camouflaged cheekiness as it were.
Just 'cause it's an old song doesn't mean the line isn't appropriate. ;D
Dropped the 620 engine out of the frame and finished gutting the bike. Well...... I still have to take the fuel pump out of the tank and take the engine apart but that doesn't count the same.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 03, 2012, 08:19:18 PM
Dropped the 620 engine out of the frame and finished gutting the bike. Well...... I still have to take the fuel pump out of the tank and take the engine apart but that doesn't count the same.
watcha doint to the 620?
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on March 03, 2012, 08:20:17 PM
watcha doint to the 620?
Parting it out. I'm going to remove the heads and sell them plus the alternator core & case. Then I'm going to split the case and check the transmission and shifting cogs. Got a friend with a persistent shift problem that we haven't been able to solve by doing the regular resets & alignments.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 05, 2012, 03:04:02 PM
Hit 15,000 miles, exactly, just as I hit the top of Norfolk while going home this afternoon.
I thought that was kind of appropriate.
Holy Crap!! It's been a month since I've been on the 848!! If the weather is good I've got to take it out, service due or no service due. Damn, time flies.
inscrutably subtle? I shall take that as a compliment, sir ;)
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 04, 2012, 06:48:59 PM
inscrutably subtle? I shall take that as a compliment, sir ;)
Do so then. It wasn't written with any negative connotation intended and that's for sure. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 04, 2012, 07:06:00 PM
Do so then. It wasn't written with any negative connotation intended and that's for sure. [thumbsup]
it didn't come across that way [beer]
when I read it, I was all, "damn, I like that."
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 04, 2012, 07:08:53 PM
it didn't come across that way [beer]
when I read it, I was all, "damn, I like that."
8)
Hoping to get these dehumidifiers out of my place today...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 05, 2012, 06:13:05 AM
Hoping to get these dehumidifiers out of my place today...
Did you get extra wet or something?
Yeah, you could say that. My neighbor's sewer/water lines backed up and flooded into my place. Half of the upstairs got trashed as well as part of my kitchen...
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 05, 2012, 07:19:21 AM
Yeah, you could say that. My neighbor's sewer/water lines backed up and flooded into my place. Half of the upstairs got trashed as well as part of my kitchen...
dude, that sucks :( :(
Yeah... It's been an interesting week for sure. Can't really comment much more than that due to advice from counsel. I'm just looking forward to getting my place sorted again.
Damn!...hope you get things back to normal soon, and that you are compensated for your losses...
Went for a short ride and stopped by SSD to say hello...Arlon tells me my new tank is in, now to find someone locally to coat the thing...
Saw Majdi's new bike down at South Seas this morning. Bought two spark plugs for the 848. $80.00 for the pair. :o Looked up the NGK part no. online and none of those plugs look the same. I'm not really complaining (much) as the last time I bought plugs (non-Ducati) for a 4 valver they wouldn't fit really properly.
Went to the shop, did paperwork, put a battery in a new customer's car and cleaned up my toolbox.
Reckon I'll clean the R1100S for a while before dinner and the usual Sat night jazz/beer/cigar after that.
sweet and sour baby jesus! are those plugs hand-smelted by the plugsmiths of Hammerfell? quenched in the blood of the dragons?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 10, 2012, 05:35:15 PM
sweet and sour baby jesus! are those plugs hand-smelted by the plugsmiths of Hammerfell? quenched in the blood of the dragons?
NO they're OEM Ducati .. or have you forgotten the monthly updating charges for our brand of preference? .. . .
althought, HD guys aren't that far of . . .
I know, but $40 a plug is redonkulous
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 10, 2012, 06:39:31 PM
I know, but $40 a plug is redonkulous
yeah, I know ... shipping and handling to the islands?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 10, 2012, 06:39:31 PM
I know, but $40 a plug is redonkulous
No kidding. Especially when you see it too. Just for grins I'll find out what the genuine part costs in the mainland.
$41.73 each, as in one, Ducati San Antonio & Pandora Ducati Parts.
Want to run with the big dogs? You got to pay the big dog dues.
These ones?
NGK MAR10A-J
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=NGK+MAR10A-J&_sacat=See-All-Categories (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=NGK+MAR10A-J&_sacat=See-All-Categories)
not see any individual plug costing more than $20 . . . ???
Quote from: MacDuck on March 10, 2012, 07:31:43 PM
Want to run with the big dogs? You got to pay the big dog dues.
they really have you watercooled boys by the sack, eh?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 10, 2012, 07:52:29 PM
they really have you watercooled boys by the sack, eh?
If you really want it to work right, apparently so. Wait until I fill you all in about what it actually costs to do your own services, tools & parts. :o [roll] :o
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on March 10, 2012, 06:07:05 PM
NO they're OEM Ducati.
$12.67 each from Plug Club.
OEM D-Zuss pin (cheap as cad-plated) out of SSD = 14.95.
TITANIUM D-Zuss pin aftermarket = $9.95.
OEM Ducati? I think not. I call balogna on them making either of these parts.
I give you credit for one thing though, you get big balls just for walking into their parts department.
It"s a NGK spark plug and says so right on the Ducati box. When you Google the NGK number you get an entirely different looking plug than what comes out of the SSD parts dept.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 11, 2012, 09:22:30 AM
It"s a NGK spark plug and says so right on the Ducati box. When you Google the NGK number you get an entirely different looking plug than what comes out of the SSD parts dept.
Interesting...when my plug change was due, I sourced my plugs from sparkplugs.com and Will never mentioned that it wasn't the correct plug...the sprakplug.com website offers up the 1098 as an application for the plug in question...does the 848 take a different plug?
http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=mar10a%2Dj (http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=mar10a%2Dj)
Quote from: MacDuck on March 10, 2012, 10:50:47 PM
If you really want it to work right, apparently so. Wait until I fill you all in about what it actually costs to do your own services, tools & parts. :o [roll] :o
that's why I am a consumer, and not... a... service provider?
Well I source my NGKs from Monster Parts, both regular and Iridium; the Champions, luckily, found a local parts store that carries the RC4H . . .and Bosch also carries plugs I can use as well as some Can Am models use the same plug . . .
Think my Gina is a keeper . . .
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 11, 2012, 09:54:45 AM
Interesting...when my plug change was due, I sourced my plugs from sparkplugs.com and Will never mentioned that it wasn't the correct plug...the sprakplug.com website offers up the 1098 as an application for the plug in question...does the 848 take a different plug?
http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=mar10a%2Dj (http://sparkplugs.com/results_fitment.asp?pid=mar10a%2Dj)
That plug is an exact match for the ones I got. I'll probably use them as a source for any other future projects.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 11, 2012, 11:02:11 AM
that's why I am a consumer, and not... a... service provider?
Not what I heard...
[cheeky]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 11, 2012, 03:57:47 PM
That plug is an exact match for the ones I got. I'll probably use them as a source for any other future projects.
That's the exact one "plug club" listed for $2 less each.
Just hearing what they charged you makes me happy SSD doesn't have any parts for bikes as old as mine.
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 11, 2012, 04:59:31 PM
Not what I heard...
[cheeky]
shoosh. sailors don't count :-*
Quote from: Carbon 14 on March 11, 2012, 07:25:13 PM
That's the exact one "plug club" listed for $2 less each.
Just hearing what they charged you makes me happy SSD doesn't have any parts for bikes as old as mine.
For what it's worth, and that may not be much, SSD is buying these spark plugs from Ducati and not NGK. Now, they could buy the plug from NGK but I don't know how such purchases would affect their franchise agreement with Ducati Spa. Same thing as BMW of Honolulu having to buy their parts from BMWNA. Very likely that SSD's wholesale cost from Ducati is higher than the Plug Club price. Every body up and down the line gets their cut of that red & white box. In any case I don't feel all that bad about it and there are some other factors in the equation that lend to that feeling. I can't and won't complain about SSD. They are a business and they've always done right by me as far as I'm concerned. They certainly treat me better than BMW of Honolulu does. Of course YMMV.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 11, 2012, 10:21:16 PM
I can't and won't complain about SSD. They are a business and they've always done right by me as far as I'm concerned. They certainly treat me better than BMW of Honolulu does. Of course YMMV.
No secret I'm not a big fan of parts dept. over there and the lack of parts has had negative effects on the quality of service work. When I took the monster in for 7500 service I was specific about changing the belts. PO's forgot to ride it so it was four years old. A belt change was in order for BOTH mileage and age. When I picked up the bike from service I checked the bill and no belts listed. I asked Will about it and he said "They were fine". When I went in to pay the bill I went to parts and inquired about buying a set of belts. None in stock. 3-4 weeks to order. When I went back out I asked Will again and he told me he would have changed the belts if they had any.
This wouldn't really have jerked my chain except for the fact I had stopped in weeks earlier to verify everything needed would be on hand. I was told yeah, just bring it in any morning between 7:30 & 8:00. I'm not anal and I wouldn't have stopped by except I had previously tried to buy oil filters without any luck. Wondering if they didn't have an oil filter how can they service the bike?
So yes, I guess you could say my mileage has varied.
Understandable from your point of view for sure. I can't say that every experience I've had with them was wonderful either but seems to be better over the last few years though. BTW, they still don't carry cam belts in stock but they've had oil filters lately. I even have four Factory OEM oil filters in my stock. Maybe I carry more than they do now. [laugh]
I guess FP did it right by bringing his own parts for service. He is wise in ways that still elude me.
I've been on the fence about doing my own valve adjustments so I can't write SSD off yet. I guess I'll bring an oil filter, plugs, and belts in when the Monoposto Matrix needs service. Fortunately that's a ways out yet.
Don't get me wrong about SSD. Everyone there has always been very helpful and overall I like the place. Just skipping portions of a major service because of a parts shortage doesn't seem fair to the customer though. You know me well enough to know brand new belts in red/white wrappers would have been there with me if they had just said BYOB when I stopped in a month early.
I know. That's why I always go into the Parts Dept. first to see what's on hand. Had to special order stuff more than once to make sure it was there before I took the bike in. Be careful about getting sucked into the valve adjust stuff. It sure isn't anything like adjusting valves on the 2 valvers.
Valve adjustment is pretty much on my "not to do" list.
Discovered this after Bob's mention yesterday. Ural, Red October, Man, it's beautiful!
(http://www.imz-ural.com/redoctober/images/DSC_3465.jpg)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 12, 2012, 08:03:07 PM
??? ???
You have a way of being on the smooth path most of the time. It will be awkward for me showing up for service with a backpack full of out-sourced parts. I guess I feel it's the dealers right to make a little money on the parts associated with the service. Taking your own $30 worth of spark plugs to the show rather than paying their $80 is the wisdom I referred to.
By paying them $100's for the "major service" without changing the belts left me feeling like I had gained nothing aside from them resetting the service light.
Didn't exactly take a backpack full of parts, took my own sparkplugs plus belts that I had purchased from SSD weeks earlier... ;D
Not long after I purchased my bike a little bird told me about parts shortages there...also changed my own oil ahead of time using SSD purchased oil & filter.
I like to support the local dealership, but $48 per sparkplug was too rich for this old retiree... :o
have some bike weirdness, drill a few holes, exercise in futility because we have an idiot apprentice, chicken and beer.
what is the point in making four shitty parts when we only needed one good one?? [bang]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 13, 2012, 10:45:34 PM
have some bike weirdness, drill a few holes, exercise in futility because we have an idiot apprentice, chicken and beer.
what is the point in making four shitty parts when we only needed one good one?? [bang]
practice?
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on March 14, 2012, 04:30:44 AM
practice?
nope. they were parts. [roll]
in a bag, for me to finish, with his shift log entry as "lathe work complete." this is the second time I've had to follow this kid's work, and he's been crap both times
Your log entry: "re-completed 'complete lathe work' for the second time"
Quote from: teddy037.3 on March 14, 2012, 08:57:19 AM
nope. they were parts. [roll]
in a bag, for me to finish, with his shift log entry as "lathe work complete." this is the second time I've had to follow this kid's work, and he's been crap both times
double the time double the effort . . . not good ... in this case
Cleaned the SF today in preparation for Sunday's JJ ride... [Dolph]
Quote from: jebus tristos on March 14, 2012, 04:36:48 PM
Your log entry: "re-completed 'complete lathe work' for the second time"
"need to re-mfr... please make a good part this time :("
Went over Tantalus on the bicycle yesterday evening. Whew. Haven't done that in a dogs age. I reckon I'm ten to fifteen times slower on the Seven than on the 848. [laugh] Got to scope out some new lines. Some nasty rubbish in places that will be hell if the road is wet when we go through there. The trees that went down and were cleared out will help in other places though. Legs feel pretty good today and that's a nice surprise. [Dolph]
Happy St. Paddy's to one and all...Slà inte!
Paid $108 for a pint of Ducati Green paint. :o
I have finally broke-in my bike/engine...just finished first service at 604 miles, in time for the military track day this Wed & Thurs. Sadly, it's calling for 60% rain for both scheduled days! Booooo
Quote from: Carbon 14 on March 20, 2012, 03:11:15 AM
Paid $108 for a pint of Ducati Green paint. :o
I seem to remember that's about normal for any good polyurethane enamel. It's one of the reasons that doing a good paint job on a car, esp. the Euro's, costs so damn much. That's what the guy that does my paint work tells me.
Quote from: freeflydive on March 21, 2012, 03:41:55 AM
I have finally broke-in my bike/engine...just finished first service at 604 miles, in time for the military track day this Wed & Thurs. Sadly, it's calling for 60% rain for both scheduled days! Booooo
How'd the track days go?
I was thinking a little under $500/gallon was the normal range. Not sure what the pint markup is but that puts it at $864/gallon. It's not metallic but rather has pearls in it so that adds a chunk.
Spent a bunch of time finding the original paint code for it but the code was worthless. When you put the code in the computer all that comes up is "custom".
Anyhow it's all good, just hoping for a decent match.
Enjoying a great weekend...my baby sister (Heba) and brother-in-law (Brent) are visiting from VA. It is great to have them home. We went paddle boarding this morning and had a great time...sadly it was my first time even though I've lived here for 18 months! If anyone is in Waikiki tonight and would like to join us, we'll be at Duke's at 5PM.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 22, 2012, 09:31:08 AM
How'd the track days go?
Sorry Mac, I haven't been on the computer much this week. Track day was awesome...I spent a session working one of the flag/coach corners to watch the mistakes riders made (myself included) and was an eye opener. My rear tire was slipping at first, so I softened the rear dampening and that seems to have fixed it. I've put 800 miles on the S1000RR in the last 3x weeks...sadly, my 1198 felt completely foreign to me when I rode it yesterday! I missed the Duc's bottom end torque and sound...but the BMW's handling is so much sweeter to flick around.
Survived the warrior dash today. It was tough and fun. I got all muddy from crawling in the wet mud pit. Will do it again.
Quote from: freeflydive on March 24, 2012, 06:44:36 PM
I've put 800 miles on the S1000RR in the last 3x weeks...sadly, my 1198 felt completely foreign to me when I rode it yesterday! I missed the Duc's bottom end torque and sound...but the BMW's handling is so much sweeter to flick around.
No worries...... The different engines seem to appeal to different folks. It's not a thing where one is better than the other. It happens for the guys that do all the test riding for the magazines too. In our own crowd, so to speak, David S. rode his S1000rr for a year & a half and ended up preferring the 1198 so much that he wouldn't go back to the the BMW. Brandon had a S4R and the 848 but ended up with the BMW. Most of the motorcycle press prefer the inline 4's. In my garage at home it's all twins from a 620 Monster to the R1100S to the Hypermotard to an old Harley to the 848. It's all good
Did Tantalus in the ES30...not a good day for motorbikes up there, lots of wet & leaf strewn sections...
Did you see the downed tree blocking one lane? We did.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 25, 2012, 05:21:50 PM
Did you see the downed tree blocking one lane? We did.
Yes we did!... ;D
Had a good run with MD today and visited the Tantalus too. Ran with my new OGK helmet. Needs some break-in time, but it was pleasantly comfortable with no side pinching. [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on March 26, 2012, 01:23:42 AM
Had a good run with MD today and visited the Tantalus too. Ran with my new OGK helmet. Needs some break-in time, but it was pleasantly comfortable with no side pinching. [thumbsup]
One question if I may, where you got it? The OGK, I mean . . .
I ordered mine from a shop in hong kong, Moto mart co. http://www.motomartco.com/e/default_home.asp (http://www.motomartco.com/e/default_home.asp) or email at motomartco@gmail.com. Really good response rate and reasonable shipping fee. I paid $32 for shipping and it got here in 5 days. They usually have more items than what's on the website, just have to ask.
Or there are some ff5's on eBay for $289.
Did the obligatory around the island trip with the in-laws this morning...highlight of the trip was the run through Norfolk... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 27, 2012, 10:51:29 PM
Did the obligatory around the island trip with the in-laws this morning...highlight of the trip was the run through Norfolk... ;D
In a car? [roll] You must have been stompin' on it. [evil]
Why not Tantalus? Would it have been some [puke] [puke] ? [laugh]
Was driving the wife's ES300 so I was taking it easy...drove Tantalus in the same car the other day.
I did do Tantalus in my M3 a few years ago with my wife's nephew and his girlfriend in the back seat, had them sliding from one side of the car to the other and they loved it... [evil]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 28, 2012, 12:53:10 AM
Was driving the wife's ES300 so I was taking it easy...drove Tantalus in the same car the other day.
I did do Tantalus in my M3 a few years ago with my wife's nephew and his girlfriend in the back seat, had them sliding from one side of the car to the other and they loved it... [evil]
G Man....you stud!!
Which M3 do you have.... E30, E36 or 46?
I had a M3 E30, it was a lot of fun...could have used more power but it handled well. [thumbsup]
'97 E36 M3, my son has an '88 E30 M3...you should have kept your E30 M3, they're considered classics in bimmer circles these days... [thumbsup]
Best E30M3, the Sport Evolution, 2.L, 235HP, adjustable wings[front and rear], suspension and lighter . . .
This is one is a bit customized . .
http://www.dancrouchblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/sportevo002lightera.jpg (http://www.dancrouchblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/sportevo002lightera.jpg)
Took the inlaws to the airport... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 30, 2012, 09:59:27 PM
Took the inlaws to the airport... ;D
You love this part of their visit, don't cha?
Quote from: Panamanian Monster on March 31, 2012, 06:16:11 AM
You love this part of their visit, don't cha?
I actually like my inlaws, but you know it's nice to get back to normal... ;D
We took my baby sister and brother in law to the airport last night. We had an amazing week during their visit...it was the first time I felt sad to see someone off at an airport. Well, it's my turn to fly off the island today and I'll return the last wkend of April. Have fun and be safe.
Cheers,
Majdi
Quote from: freeflydive on March 31, 2012, 12:04:56 PM
We took my baby sister and brother in law to the airport last night. We had an amazing week during their visit...it was the first time I felt sad to see someone off at an airport. Well, it's my turn to fly off the island today and I'll return the last wkend of April. Have fun and be safe.
Cheers,
Majdi
Last weekend you made it sound like you had this weekend off before TDY.
laundry.
chain clean/lube (I forgot how miserable it is sans rear stand... need to get me one).
wash the bike.
put a ring on it.
got some lunch.
reddit.
probably play some xbox in a minute.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 01, 2012, 06:22:10 PM
laundry.
chain clean/lube (I forgot how miserable it is sans rear stand... need to get me one).
wash the bike.
put a ring on it.
got some lunch.
reddit.
probably play some xbox in a minute.
need help deciding?
got a 'document' where I compared few brands before I purchased, I could email
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 01, 2012, 06:22:10 PM
lchain clean/lube (I forgot how miserable it is sans rear stand... need to get me one).
Got a used one that came with my 848. You could have it cheap. Some sort of pit bull rear knockoff but it works and, like I said, cheap.
Quote from: MacDuck on April 01, 2012, 06:36:49 PM
Got a used one that came with my 848. You could have it cheap. Some sort of pit bull rear knockoff but it works and, like I said, cheap.
I'm looking for one that fits both a 998 and a 1100MTS . . .
BTW, got a question, have a 'customer's' M900ie, he 'replaced' the wire loom and now has a, according to VDST, "TPS short circuit" he tells me he replaced teh TPS ... but, I checked wiring, all wires are color coded, saw invoice for wire loom it belonged to a M900ie 2002 as his . . . I 'sort of' put the TPS on center position, and still get the short circuit message, any ideas?
Thanks
Quote from: MacDuck on March 31, 2012, 01:09:24 PM
Last weekend you made it sound like you had this weekend off before TDY.
That was the plan, but our containers arrived earlier than expected...an evil early April fools joke of sorts! It sounds like the group had a good JJ run...I'll see you guys on the last wkend of April.
Quote from: MacDuck on April 01, 2012, 06:36:49 PM
Got a used one that came with my 848. You could have it cheap. Some sort of pit bull rear knockoff but it works and, like I said, cheap.
I've got the speedymoto axle sliders on, so I can just use a normal stand
Had the feeder line to the fuel pump let go during yesterday's ride...
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 01, 2012, 06:22:10 PM
laundry.
chain clean/lube (I forgot how miserable it is sans rear stand... need to get me one).
wash the bike.
put a ring on it.
got some lunch.
reddit.
probably play some xbox in a minute.
"it" being your Hero Member?
Quote from: jebus tristos on April 02, 2012, 05:38:33 AM
"it" being your Hero Member?
[laugh] "it" being my phantom fiance... for consistency in case carlos was here yesterday ;D
big ups to the sibs for going along with it. I think you and pua were the only two who guessed it was fake
Unluckily for you, I had already come across a few April 1 BS stories, so I was in a frame of mind.
Quote from: jebus tristos on April 02, 2012, 01:39:05 PM
Unluckily for you, I had already come across a few April 1 BS stories, so I was in a frame of mind.
you know I'm saving myself... :-*
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 02, 2012, 09:09:12 AM
[laugh] "it" being my phantom fiance... for consistency in case carlos was here yesterday ;D
big ups to the sibs for going along with it. I think you and pua were the only two who guessed it was fake
I was but not was . . . in case is not an AP joke, congrats !
was it a yai or a nai
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 02, 2012, 03:38:52 AM
Had the feeder line to the fuel pump let go during yesterday's ride...
Which bike? Fuel line that lives inside the fuel tank?
Nevermind.......... I saw the video LOL. Been putting up with that problem for a few years on a bunch of different bikes. Wally's ST2 was the worst.
The fuel hose is special hose that lives submerged in gasoline. Regular fuel hose will not work so don't even try it. Go ahead. Ask me how I know. [roll] I don't have the part number handy but the intank fuel hose for the BMW E34 525i works like a champ.
This is what I took out of Tori's 620
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1162.jpg)
And a comparison shot of the junk hose with the new hose
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1164.jpg)
Quote from: MacDuck on March 31, 2012, 01:09:24 PM
Last weekend you made it sound like you had this weekend off before TDY.
Quote from: freeflydive on April 02, 2012, 12:02:10 AM
That was the plan, but our containers arrived earlier than expected...an evil early April fools joke of sorts! It sounds like the group had a good JJ run...I'll see you guys on the last wkend of April.
So, life can be a touch cruel! The gear arrived early and was told the leased crane was in place. So, in an attempt to save tax payer $$$$$, I flew my team out early (plan B). Unfortunately, the locally hired crane workers are no where in site! Well, back to the drawing board for plan C! Luckily I downloaded WSBK Imola races...so I have something to look forward to for tonight...along w/ a few glasses of scotch!
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 02, 2012, 01:43:09 AM
I've got the speedymoto axle sliders on, so I can just use a normal stand
OK. Can't say I never offered a good deal. Wait until you want to get the rear wheel off and those axle sliders won't be much use then............ ;D ;D BTW, I have the Speedomoto sliders on the 848 rear axle but they come off to lube the chain........... just sayin......... [wine]
Got a dyno base run on the 848 today done at Montgomery Motors. It'll be interesting to see what changes, if any, happen after all adjustments are done.
Horsepower at rear wheel ----- MM Cycle Sports says their dyno reads low (how much?? dunno but it really doesn't matter as the next run will be run on the same machine) --- Nice linear progression for HP. The lower line is the fuel/air mixture ratio with it getting richer as the line dips. Most stock fueling is set at 14:1 with aftermarket supposed ideal at 13:1. Mine runs richer.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/dyno2.jpg)
Then the torque curve with the odd low middle range dip
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/dyno1.jpg)
The fueling is on the rich side............ [popcorn] [popcorn]
Hi Rick,
Are you surprised on your baseline numbers?
When are you going to do the 848 service.
BTW....thanks again on the deal on clip ons [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on April 07, 2012, 12:49:41 AM
Hi Rick,
Are you surprised on your baseline numbers?
When are you going to do the 848 service.
BTW....thanks again on the deal on clip ons [thumbsup]
Surprised wouldn't be how I would describe it. More just interested & what interests me is the torque dip at 4,000 to 6,000 rpm along with a very slight HP dip there. That coincides with the fuel mapping getting too rich right there too. Makes me think that a Power Commander add on that would control the fueling in that range might be just the ticket. I'll wait until after all the work is done and retested. I also want to get a look at the spark plugs and see what they look like mixture wise. I'm still waiting on some parts and some sound Hz software. Thanks to Motowheels [roll] and their drag ass butts on the parts. >:( At this rate I reckon that two weeks from now I'll rip the 848 apart and have at it.
You're welcome on the clip ons. How's that working out?
[popcorn]
Is McTlattie your undercover bikey name?
Quote from: jebus tristos on April 07, 2012, 08:29:53 AM
Is McTlattie your undercover bikey name?
I wondered if someone would see that. How would you pronounce it? People have been murdering my last name all of my life so why should some bike tech reading it off of a work order be any different? It is unique in that it's the first time I've ever seen it spelled that way.
Hi Rick
""You're welcome on the clip ons. How's that working out""?
I should get the Cycle Cat triple clamp today.
I think I will attempt to put the new goodies on in the next couple of days. This is Master's weekend so TV golf is taking up a lot of time!!
How long do you guesstimate R & R (triple clamp & clip ons) should take?
Quote from: MacDuck on April 07, 2012, 09:37:32 AM
I wondered if someone would see that. How would you pronounce it? People have been murdering my last name all of my life so why should some bike tech reading it off of a work order be any different? It is unique in that it's the first time I've ever seen it spelled that way.
I'm glad you haven't seen that one before; it truly baffles me. It's not from fat-fingering the keyboard, and I just can't imagine anyone thinking m c t could be followed by l, at least not without some impressive oral surgery.
Sent guitar tuning software to a friend. PM me if you didn't get it.
Found out the young man who died at Kahuku Moto was one I knew. He was always on his bike or quad when I saw him. RIP Wayne.
Bummer...
That does s--k
I use to ride up there a good bit, 88'-94'
I had Honda CR 250 & later a 500
I hear the track is much better now.
Ps. Never know when your number is uP :-\
He was a good kid. Good friends with my GF's kids as they grew up on the same hill. They're bummed. I buried a handful of friends during my teens, I think those were the hardest. He was a regular rider at Kahuku. Went down on his first lap of the day. Over rode a small jump and may have grabbed a handful of front brake? Never a good thing when you're airborne.
I feel bad for his dad who was a supporter of the Moto habit. No parent should loose a kid and even worse if it's a sanctioned activity. I hope he can cope well with the heartache that's sure to come with the loss.
Took a nap this afternoon and dreamt I bought a Panigale S...damn that sucker is fast!... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on April 13, 2012, 05:41:41 PM
Took a nap this afternoon and dreamt I bought a Panigale S...damn that sucker is fast!... ;D
Did you catched it?
did a lot of nothing all morning...
coffee run
stick/de-stick the bike, install techspec grips
drink some wine
gears of war
help get eltigre(steve) some lovins over on reddit
My friend on his (o4' S4) and I took a short run up to the park atop Tantalus.
It was my first frisky ride on the M900 since yesterdays top triple & clip on install.
My first impression is it's pretty aggressive....feels good at speed on the freeway w/ damper cranks on a little.
Backed off the damper going up Tantalus... like the being more forward for the hairpins....does make me want to go faster though, not sure if thats good. 8)
Do feel it in my wrists & back...sucks gettting old.
[bang]
Spent five hours in the shop today working on modifying dial indicator jigs and learning cam timing.
The dry run practice sessions are over. Now for the real show. It'll be good when it's all done.
Will be installing MBP collets which, overall, is no small job in itself.
[popcorn]. Interested.
Let me know when yoo do dat voodoo dat yoo do. IF you don't mind a fly on the wall.
I'm a tad bit slow but working through lots of small items and setting out to get through all the minor details ---
Four plus hours today to get to this
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/15000%20Mile%20Service/IMG_1153.jpg)
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/15000%20Mile%20Service/IMG_1151.jpg)
And then to this
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/15000%20Mile%20Service/IMG_1157.jpg)
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/15000%20Mile%20Service/IMG_1156.jpg)
The real fun starts tomorrow [popcorn]
The Ducati engineers/designers have a grand sense of humor. [laugh]
Wow...hard to recognize that as the bike I saw earlier [cheeky]
Good Luck with that MD!... [thumbsup]
So by the Ducati factory specs my valves still pass clearances. One closer is a bit tight and one closer is a bit loose but they still pass and everything else is still good. The vertical belt loosened a bit down to 82 Hz. Should be up at around 100 Hz to 110Hz but can be as low as 70Hz.
This means that most of the Closers will come right into the range I want ( 0.003" to 0.004" ) after installing the new collets. I can deal with the two outliers. Now I just have to measure all the openers and make sure I have enough modified opener shims to cover the redo. Of course I won't be able to measure those until next weekend so it might be the weekend after that before all the adjustments are good.
Went down to the shop and watched Rick "twang" the cam belt on the 848's rear cylinder... [clap]
let's see... research luggage racks, get really fed up with cutting UHMW-PE, saw the hyper dude again, got a nod this time (was on my bike), I guess we share a stretch of the commute...
wrestle the queen, ordered some bling, new oil lines... that's about it.
Went down to the dealer today and saw a 11 SFS that looks like it went down hard, hope the riders ok...
Quote from: 808sfs on April 26, 2012, 12:11:40 AM
Went down to the dealer today and saw a 11 SFS that looks like it went down hard, hope the riders ok...
What color?
black with black frame. had a black frame so I assume its a 2011
Quote from: 808sfs on April 26, 2012, 12:47:31 AM
black with black frame. had a black frame so I assume its a 2011
That's not good. I'm concerned about someone now.
Per Shawn...Ewa sweeper + cold tires = totaled SFS...David is okay...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on April 26, 2012, 01:55:20 PM
Per Shawn...Ewa sweeper + cold tires = totaled SFS...David is okay...
Nuts. I thought it could be him from the description. Good that he's OK but that's two brand new bikes totaled and that has to be fiercely harsh. :P
Plus the S100RR, which I believe was stolen...that young man is going to have a problem getting insurance the next time around...
YOWZA! That's some particularly bad luck! I think I'd take up golf if I was him.
I wouldn't do any justice by explaining the article...so, I'll let you amuse yourselves! The things our legal systems allows to go through in front of a judge! [Dolph]
http://jalopnik.com/5905926/man-sues-bmw-after-motorcycle-gives-him-an-erection-that-wont-go-away (http://jalopnik.com/5905926/man-sues-bmw-after-motorcycle-gives-him-an-erection-that-wont-go-away)
Quote from: freeflydive on April 29, 2012, 08:05:29 AM
I wouldn't do any justice by explaining the article...so, I'll let you amuse yourselves! The things our legal systems allows to go through in front of a judge! [Dolph]
http://jalopnik.com/5905926/man-sues-bmw-after-motorcycle-gives-him-an-erection-that-wont-go-away (http://jalopnik.com/5905926/man-sues-bmw-after-motorcycle-gives-him-an-erection-that-wont-go-away)
I am going to sue the guy for making me pee in my pants from laughing at this !!!
couple of homemade mods, click past 2500, ordered top rack, debate over which noisey bits to get... [roll]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 30, 2012, 12:30:42 AM
debate over which noisey bits to get... [roll]
The noisy ones.
That would be a 2 into 1 noisy one. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on April 30, 2012, 07:48:50 AM
That would be a 2 into 1 noisy one. [thumbsup]
actually, I think I might stick with the undertail
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 30, 2012, 08:54:13 AM
actually, I think I might stick with the undertail
Would you like to ride a Hyper with the undertail first before you pull the trigger?
Quote from: MacDuck on April 30, 2012, 09:39:59 AM
Would you like to ride a Hyper with the undertail first before you pull the trigger?
sure, but isn't it an 1100?
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 30, 2012, 10:30:44 AM
sure, but isn't it an 1100?
but you'll get the idea . . .
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 30, 2012, 10:58:46 AM
but you'll get the idea . . .
I also live in a very quiet area and leave for work before the sun is up... I don't need full-on loud pipes
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 30, 2012, 02:22:14 PM
I also live in a very quiet area and leave for work before the sun is up... I don't need full-on loud pipes
it's a try out. . . .
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on April 30, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
it's a try out. . . .
mac's already warned me of the slip-on termi's volume deficiency, and from what I've youtubed, it's due to the cat still being there.
I so dearly love the Ti 2-1, but the slip-on will probably keep my neighbors sane
Quote from: teddy037.3 on April 30, 2012, 10:31:26 PM
mac's already warned me of the slip-on termi's volume deficiency, and from what I've youtubed, it's due to the cat still being there.
I so dearly love the Ti 2-1, but the slip-on will probably keep my neighbors sane
I think it comes with a removable dB killer. [evil] [evil] That said, it's still cool to keep the neighbors somewhat happy. As compromised as the 848 exhaust is it still no match for the stock R1100S exhaust so a person can kind of rip through Norfolk without being too much of an a-hole. On the 1100S that is. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on April 30, 2012, 11:24:02 PM
I think it comes with a removable dB killer. [evil] [evil]
it does... but yeah, one of the things I liked about the dev I moved into is that generally, it's like library quiet. there's some kid two buildings over with one of those fart-can civics. jesus make the beast with two backsing christ do I not want to be 'that guy' with the bike
all said, if they did a Ti undertail, it'd be a no brainer. I do like the look of the cans in that setup
Bought a crane. No, a big one.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 02, 2012, 10:37:02 PM
Bought a crane. No, a big one.
pics or it didn't happen... ;)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 03, 2012, 12:40:41 AM
pics or it didn't happen... ;)
It's on base in the shipyard so no photos at the moment. Maybe in a week or so.
In simple terms it can pick 300 ducs in a single lift.
That's some serious lifting power. What are you guys going to use it for? Is it self mobile or do you now have to pay a trucking company to move it for you?
Quote from: MacDuck on May 03, 2012, 07:37:20 AM
That's some serious lifting power. What are you guys going to use it for? Is it self mobile or do you now have to pay a trucking company to move it for you?
Engine swap, I presume
;D
Quote from: MacDuck on May 03, 2012, 07:37:20 AM
What are you guys going to use it for?
to....
lift stuff? ;D I'm sure anything outside of that requires a need-to-know
Quote from: jebus tristos on May 03, 2012, 08:10:13 AM
Engine swap, I presume
;D
Absolutely correct my astute friend! First project with it is an engine swap in one of our boats. Otherwise we can actually drive it onto our landing craft and make 30,000 lifts on the water, set docks from land in the harbors, set articulated concrete block mats for erosion control and a host of other boring work-related sheite. It's full capacity is 60 ton so it's a big stick to me but far from the largest around. I'll still have to suffer with "stick envy", but not often.
It needs to be trucked from location to location. To that end it's as large a package as can be trucked and requires permits and an escort from the [leo]. They are good for some things.
Huh. And I thought I was being a smartass!
Quote from: jebus tristos on May 03, 2012, 06:19:03 PM
Huh. And I thought I was being a smartass!
You were, but you failed miserably.
Departing Manila to Honolulu in 5 hours...and will arrive Friday at 6PM! Home sweet home...I hope to see you guys on Sunday; provided I'm not extremely jet lagged. Should be a good race wkend...WSBK in Monza and MotoGP in Estoril. [Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on May 03, 2012, 10:56:56 PM
Departing Manila to Honolulu in 5 hours...and will arrive Friday at 6PM! Home sweet home...I hope to see you guys on Sunday; provided I'm not extremely jet lagged. Should be a good race wkend...WSBK in Monza and MotoGP in Estoril. [Dolph]
Have a good flight!
Do you happen to know day and times that "Speed" will carry these races?
AMA at Infineon: Saturday May 5 @ 2:00PM â€" 3:00PM
MotoGP in Portugal: Sunday May 6 @ 2:00AM â€" 3:00AM
Moto2 in Portugal: Sunday May 6 @ 7:00AM â€" 8:00AM
WSBK in Italy, Race 1: Sunday May 6 @ 8:00AM â€" 9:00AM
WSBK in Italy, Race 2: Sunday May 6 @ 9:00AM â€" 10:00AM
125cc in Portugal: Tuesday May 8 @ 6:00AM â€" 7:00AM
All on channels 214 and 1214 (Oceanic)...they have re-runs at other times as well.
Thanks so much, Majdi!!
Hope your flights are all fast & smooth [thumbsup]
Quote from: freeflydive on May 03, 2012, 10:56:56 PM
I hope to see you guys on Sunday
Looking forward to your return...maybe you'll bring us some good riding weather... [Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on May 03, 2012, 10:56:56 PMwill arrive Friday at 6PM! Home sweet home...I hope to see you guys on Sunday; [Dolph]
You should be home by now. Welcome back!!
Thanks for the welcome wishes...it feels amazing to be home. I meant to take Teresa out for dinner and fireworks at the beach, but fell asleep on the sofa. Of course, now I'm wide awake at almost midnight. [coffee]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 04, 2012, 10:55:33 AM
maybe you'll bring us some good riding weather... [Dolph]
I'll keep my fingers crossed...it feels great to just be somewhere that's low in humidity. [thumbsup] [Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on May 05, 2012, 02:55:53 AM
Thanks for the welcome wishes...it feels amazing to be home. I meant to take Teresa out for dinner and fireworks at the beach, but fell asleep on the sofa. Of course, now I'm wide awake at almost midnight. [coffee]
I'll keep my fingers crossed...it feels great to just be somewhere that's low in humidity. [thumbsup] [Dolph]
good to know you're home and with low humidity, you mean like 69%?
Anything lower than mid-80's for humidity is welcome!
On a completely separate note, this maybe the first 1199 write off...by a race team down in S. Africa! Luckily the rider just had a few bruises.
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.362446377124877.75234.122070967829087&type=3 (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.362446377124877.75234.122070967829087&type=3)
In case you don't have facebook...
(http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/581155_362446923791489_122070967829087_885322_222352556_n.jpg)
Quote from: freeflydive on May 05, 2012, 05:29:59 PM
Anything lower than mid-80's for humidity is welcome!
On a completely separate note, this maybe the first 1199 write off...by a race team down in S. Africa! Luckily the rider just had a few bruises.
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.362446377124877.75234.122070967829087&type=3 (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.362446377124877.75234.122070967829087&type=3)
In case you don't have facebook...
(http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/581155_362446923791489_122070967829087_885322_222352556_n.jpg)
WOW.... :o
Well, if the back wheel is just gonna fall off the first time it take it in the dirt maybe I don't want one after all....and hey, is that the stock seat he's about to get thunked in the head with?
Racing team write offs don't count. ;D [Dolph]
True...I was just impressed w/ the photo sequence of the crash. It reminded of a scene in the "Matrix" w/ all the debris scattered in the air.
Quote from: freeflydive on May 05, 2012, 05:29:59 PM
Anything lower than mid-80's for humidity is welcome!
On a completely separate note, this maybe the first 1199 write off...by a race team down in S. Africa! Luckily the rider just had a few bruises.
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.362446377124877.75234.122070967829087&type=3 (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.362446377124877.75234.122070967829087&type=3)
In case you don't have facebook...
(http://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/581155_362446923791489_122070967829087_885322_222352556_n.jpg)
you got FB . . . ebilbook to some here . . . see ya around there . . .
Seeing that pic gives me knots in my stomch
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on May 06, 2012, 05:27:18 PMSeeing that pic gives me knots in my stomch
I'm sorry, maybe this will be a conciliation. This video is quite inspiring even though it's about the GSX-R (never mind the fact I own a bike that has all the electronic bells and whistles)...besides, I'm partial to the background Arabic music.
Suzuki Motovudu - The Limit is Yours - Simon Crafar - The New GSXR-1000 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXU2PwNqe-4&feature=player_embedded#)
Quote from: freeflydive on May 07, 2012, 03:29:43 AM
I'm sorry, maybe this will be a conciliation. This video is quite inspiring even though it's about the GSX-R (never mind the fact I own a bike that has all the electronic bells and whistles)...besides, I'm partial to the background Arabic music.
Suzuki Motovudu - The Limit is Yours - Simon Crafar - The New GSXR-1000 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXU2PwNqe-4&feature=player_embedded#)
I totally agree with him . . . That's why Suzuki ranks as my 'other' brand of preference ... no mind that we have a Suzuki Swift, '05 Vintage, . . . and that my first time on a bike was on a RM80 2stroke back in '84 . . . then I got a RM125 2stroke ... then nothing for a couple of years ... while in Germany got to take care of a friend's 900 Kawasaki Ninja, that was back in early 90's . . . then nothing again untill a job I had were I had to ride a Yamaha DT175 every day from HQ to my place of work .. . bike was company owned . . . after that, my Ducati M620Dark . . .
so far, all I've done was go hanson on vendy mcmake the beast with two backsface.
not a great start to my day. make the beast with two backsing machine took my dollar.
You 'mmbop'ed it?
Quote from: jebus tristos on May 08, 2012, 12:52:59 PM
You 'mmbop'ed it?
yes. yes I did.
with my steel-toed boots [cheeky]
Quote from: freeflydive on May 07, 2012, 03:29:43 AM
I'm sorry, maybe this will be a conciliation. This video is quite inspiring even though it's about the GSX-R (never mind the fact I own a bike that has all the electronic bells and whistles)...besides, I'm partial to the background Arabic music.
Suzuki Motovudu - The Limit is Yours - Simon Crafar - The New GSXR-1000 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXU2PwNqe-4&feature=player_embedded#)
Totally a braking slide. Still impressive, none the less, as either power on or braking you still stand a chance of a high side should things go wrong.. or a low side should things go wrong on the "better" side.....
Don't believe it's a braking slide? ..... notice how much the front suspension releases at the end of the turn as he comes back on the gas ....... either way it's still guts up skill no doubt .......
as for all the bells and whistles ......... that could be a whole other thread [roll]
Regardless of the cause/effect that is some beautiful footage.
"Riding shouldn't be about electronics". I agree. My fear is electronics could take me down faster than a deer when things go wrong.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 09, 2012, 12:55:06 AM
My fear is electronics could take me down faster than a deer when things go wrong.
SKYNET is your friend.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 09, 2012, 02:08:23 AM
SKYNET is your friend.
I for one welcome our binary overlords
Co-worker with a BMW has an occasionally malfunctioning ABS module. $2,600 replacement cost. Dealer (we all know) "you can ride without it but it could prevent the brakes from working at any given moment".
No thanks, I'll take a pass.
When the government puts out terminator deer to cull the biker population I, for one, am going to vote libertarian. Just sayin'.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 09, 2012, 09:19:03 AM
Co-worker with a BMW has an occasionally malfunctioning ABS module. $2,600 replacement cost. Dealer (we all know) "you can ride without it but it could prevent the brakes from working at any given moment".
Never, ever saw it stop the brakes from working, except where the ABS was activating when it wasn't supposed to and you had to apply more pressure to stop. Have seen many instances where the brakes apply all by themselves, even to the point of locking the wheel and not letting go. :o Customer quote "It's like a ghost is in the car applying the brakes and turning the steering wheel" ---- good fun. [roll]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on May 09, 2012, 08:51:51 AM
I for one welcome our binary overlords
John Connor, where are you so I can sign up?
Okay maybe the brakes just lock up without warning. Probably worse that way.
Getting back into the message Suzuki is saying "Our electronics suck. We can't make them stable enough to be relied on so we've decided to leave them off". I choose not to argue with that position.
Plus, as a corollary to your earlier statement, the fact that electronics aren't there means you don't have to pay to fix them when they go out. And go out they will.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 09, 2012, 11:18:01 PMAnd go out they will.
That sums my opinion in a nutshell. Hopefully not while you're overextended in corner and counting on electronics to allow you to ride beyond your skill level.
And yeah, a $2600 replacement module would turn either of my rides into scrap metal.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 10, 2012, 12:08:11 AM
And yeah, a $2600 replacement module would turn either of my rides into scrap metal.
Rick understands that sentiment quite well. [thumbsdown]
turned in my resignation today ;D. this time next week i will no longer be a professional safe cracker :'(
I be working at H-power and might even have me a 1199 before christmas [thumbsup] that is if i can refrain from buying 848 corse till then
Good for you on all counts!
Congrats!...maybe we'll see you out on Sundays once in awhile... [Dolph]*
*it won't be on the 848 though, it's been sold...
Did an abbreviated Sunday ride today and then stopped by SSD...on the showroom floor, an SFS and a 848 SF, both in slate gray...the Ducatic Corse 848 EVO SE has a sold sign on the seat...
Yeah, it had a "sold" sign on it last Tuesday. I do wonder what Ducati has in store for the 849! [Dolph]
On a separate note...a friend emailed me this amusing graphic... [beer]
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100310/Ducati_Mechanic_Riders/web.jpg?ver=13368819360001)
Quote from: freeflydive on May 12, 2012, 09:13:27 PM
I do wonder what Ducati has in store for the 849!
(http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/254275/images/DUCATI%20%20849%20SCOOTSTER.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2012, 05:47:18 AM
(http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/254275/images/DUCATI%20%20849%20SCOOTSTER.jpg)
OMG, say it ain't so!... :o
on the other hand...tail tidy, Termis, new mirrors, some carbon bits and you've got a kick ass scooter... ;)
Took my wife to my daughter's place for a Mothers' Day brunch...ate too much and spent the rest of the day wishing I hadn't...
Returned to my real world in Waikiki. The weekend escape to the North Shore was worthwhile and very relaxing. Now...off to download the WSBK race!
(http://gallery.me.com/freeflydive/100332/Sofie_-_Alex-s_Wedding_Turtle_Beach-20212/web.jpg?ver=13369863550001)
Reloaded the matrix and rolled it down the snake. Much better machine today with the revamped rear shock. I was worried the new spring would be too much but it feels much better. Monoposto conversion feels a bit odd as the weight loss is definitely noticeable.
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 19, 2012, 11:58:35 PM
Reloaded the matrix and rolled it down the snake. Much better machine today with the revamped rear shock. I was worried the new spring would be too much but it feels much better. Monoposto conversion feels a bit odd as the weight loss is definitely noticeable.
cool...
Yesterday: Went for what turned out to be a 300(ish) mile ride out through western VA and found some AMAZING new (to me) roads just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Was hoping to map the route, but the GPS on my phone took a crap on me.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 20, 2012, 03:08:24 AM
Yesterday: Went for what turned out to be a 300(ish) mile ride out through western VA and found some AMAZING new (to me) roads just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Was hoping to map the route, but the GPS on my phone took a crap on me.
I remember going thru the Blue Ridge Parkway the 70's...beautiful area.
Bet those roads are AWESOME on a Ducati!!! [Dolph]
300 miles?!!!...must have been on the SD...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 20, 2012, 03:01:25 PM
300 miles?!!!...must have been on the SD...
Yep, sure was. I'd be willing to do that sort of distance on the SC, but it's up on stands for now.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 20, 2012, 03:08:24 AM
Yesterday: Went for what turned out to be a 300(ish) mile ride out through western VA and found some AMAZING new (to me) roads just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Was hoping to map the route, but the GPS on my phone took a crap on me.
that's 3 tanks of gas on my Monster . . .before getting the low fuel light on
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 20, 2012, 03:08:24 AM
Yesterday: Went for what turned out to be a 300(ish) mile ride out through western VA and found some AMAZING new (to me) roads just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Was hoping to map the route, but the GPS on my phone took a crap on me.
You'll have to show me around the fun roads once I get back to the DC area next summer. We just drove up from Old Town Alexandria upto Thunderbolt for CSS. It felt refreshing to be able to drive through multiple state-lines and consistently drive 70'ish MPH! We made a mini-road trip out of it and did a little shopping in Arundel, MD.
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on May 20, 2012, 04:35:53 PM
that's 3 tanks of gas on my Monster . . .before getting the low fuel light on
That's three tanks of gas for most any of our bikes. ;D
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 19, 2012, 11:58:35 PM
Reloaded the matrix and rolled it down the snake. Much better machine today with the revamped rear shock. I was worried the new spring would be too much but it feels much better. Monoposto conversion feels a bit odd as the weight loss is definitely noticeable.
Nice isn't it when you're done with a project and it turns out good! [Dolph]
Finished the valve adjustment on the 848 today! Downhill from here on out now. One month into this service.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 20, 2012, 06:59:15 PM
That's three tanks of gas for most any of our bikes. ;D
OK . .. was just saying . . . 2.5 gals and light comes on at 0.5gal... somehow my 620 only goes 110miles on the tank until empty on the highway
Quote from: MacDuck on May 20, 2012, 07:04:06 PM
Finished the valve adjustment on the 848 today!
Nice...congrats. I'm impressed, but I don't envy you one bit for undertaking that project.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 20, 2012, 07:04:06 PM
Finished the valve adjustment on the 848 today! Downhill from here on out now. One month into this service.
[clap] [clap] [clap]
Quote from: MacDuck on May 20, 2012, 07:03:05 PM
Nice isn't it when you're done with a project and it turns out good! [Dolph]
Yes it is. Not quite there yet. The rear suspension has been the suck all along. I have not been able to move the preload rings or the rebound damping until now. The stock spring is 410 lbs. and I've gone to 575 lbs. per the Penske chart. The ride height adjuster is just seized beyond repair so I still have some work to do before I have complete control of the rear.
Even though it's not quite complete I was so stoked when I got down to the tennis courts in Wailua I could hardly play.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 20, 2012, 07:04:06 PM
Finished the valve adjustment on the 848 today! Downhill from here on out now. One month into this service.
Hope it all works out like you want. I wish I had a time-lapse photo shoot of this work to go with my next bottle of bourbon.
Quote from: freeflydive on May 20, 2012, 09:04:54 PM
Nice...congrats. I'm impressed, but I don't envy you one bit for undertaking that project.
Thank you, but let me highlight something here. The time taken so far had to do with trying to fit the MBP retainer collets. That required extremely time consuming sanding and fitting. Yesterday I stopped trying to fit these things, went back to using stock retainer rings and threw out all the shims that I have been customizing by hand. In effect this reduced the amount of time needed to do a valve adjustment from 4 weeks and counting ( not even making it through halfway ) to 2 days.
Call me picky, or thorough, or whatever. These things did not fit how I thought they should, nor was I willing to compromise on the fit just to make them work, in spite of the recommendations and so called experience of others on various forums. I wanted a proper fit and the time needed to get to that was beyond all reason in my judgement. I'm super happy with the clearances that I've got. I can go into great technical detail but that can be for other ears at another time.
Now there is just cleaning off the old factory sealant, setting the cam belt tension, checking and adjusting the cam timing and closing things up. Needless to say I am very comfortable doing any kind of valve adjustment settings on a Testastretta engine. In the end it's all good.
[Dolph]
Quote from: Carbon 14 on May 20, 2012, 10:07:52 PM
Hope it all works out like you want. I wish I had a time-lapse photo shoot of this work to go with my next bottle of bourbon.
It might take more than one bottle. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on May 20, 2012, 10:24:34 PM
It might take more than one bottle. ;D
No worries, I get Jefferson's, Buffalo Trace, Elijah Craig, Woodford Reserve and Knob Creek single barrel on the top shelf, Makers Mark on the rail. :)
Buffalo Trace is the lowest $$$ bourbon that will make your top shelf. I have yet to meet the woman that would like the taste of it so I'd say it's definitely a man's bourbon. Smokey with an unusual tasting rye. it also has that limestone water flavor like Bulliet but not as acrid. It has a very strong finish for a meager 90 proof. A dam fine bottle of gasoline for the money.
Interesting, thanks for the review. Never really found either Bulliet or Elijah Craig must to my likings, but maybe I'll give this one a go some time...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 21, 2012, 02:56:30 PM
Interesting, thanks for the review. Never really found either Bulliet or Elijah Craig must to my likings, but maybe I'll give this one a go some time...
If you don't like Bulliet you're 50/50 at best. It's a milder form but not much different. The rye is different. I don't know what they do but I have a vision of someone lightly burning one side on a roasting screen.
Thanks for reminding me to pick up a bottle of Woodford Reserve for my father in law! Well, we just wrapped up 2x days with the California Superbike School at Thunderbolt in New Jersey...what a great time! I even managed to pick up a set of Dunlop Q2's for $219.
We're headed to Ohio for our next stop to visit my in-laws. I love them dearly, but I can't wait to come home. I think I've spent a total of 10 days at home since March!
Quote from: freeflydive on May 22, 2012, 10:09:40 PM
Thanks for reminding me to pick up a bottle of Woodford Reserve for my father in law!
I hope both of my daughters marry guys as considerate as you! [drink]
Picked up my new gas tank from Cycledelic today, had Hannibal apply the Caswell coating to the inside of the tank...hopefully my expanding tank woes will soon be a thing of the past...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 24, 2012, 06:29:01 PM
Picked up my new gas tank from Cycledelic today, had Hannibal apply the Caswell coating to the inside of the tank...hopefully my expanding tank woes will soon be a thing of the past...
Are you good to go or do you have to wait for a curing time?
Quote from: MacDuck on May 24, 2012, 08:27:12 PM
Are you good to go or do you have to wait for a curing time?
Curing time is 24-36 hours and I've scheduled the install for next week Thursday, so I should be good to go by then...I may put it in the oven over night on Wednesday just to make sure though, any idea on a good temp setting for the oven?... ;)
Oven? I wouldn't.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 24, 2012, 10:56:51 PM
Oven? I wouldn't.
Nor would I. Caswell told me to store the tank in about 80 degree temps (preferably dry temps) for 24 hours. You should be good down there.
You guys obviously missed the ;) at the end of my oven statement...or you really think I'm a crazy old coot... ;D
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on May 20, 2012, 07:11:08 PM
OK . .. was just saying . . . 2.5 gals and light comes on at 0.5gal... somehow my 620 only goes 110miles on the tank until empty on the highway
my fuel light used to come on anywhere between 85-110... depends on how much I was whippin' on it
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 25, 2012, 08:21:24 AM
You guys obviously missed the ;) at the end of my oven statement...or you really think I'm a crazy old coot... ;D
Hey! I represent that remark. We can't be too careful sometimes. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on May 25, 2012, 09:34:51 AM
We can't be too careful sometimes. ;D
Thanks for looking out for me, I have done some stupid stuff in my lifetime...
Put Q2s on the SD today. Took them for a short(ish) ride to break them in and get a feel for them. Pretty impressive so far.
Might head out to WV and stay the night, then hit this route up...
http://goo.gl/maps/lTtd (http://goo.gl/maps/lTtd)
Flew out of Pittsburgh today only to miss our connection flight. On a good note, this forces us to explore San Francisco for a day...but Damn I miss being home!
It felt like I went back to Metal Shop 101 today. Had to file a billet aluminum dial indicator holder jig so it would fit in between exhaust opener cams. That consumed an unexpected good chunk of the day. On the other hand all the Ducati gasket goo has been cleaned off the valve cover surfaces and the cam belt tensions have been set. Found the vertical cylinder cam timing for both cams, especially the exhaust cam, off a fair bit. Exhaust cam way out of factory tolerances. Intake a tad late but still within spec. Can't wait for tomorrow.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 26, 2012, 10:09:50 PM
It felt like I went back to Metal Shop 101 today. Had to file a billet aluminum dial indicator holder jig so it would fit in between exhaust opener cams. That consumed an unexpected good chunk of the day. On the other hand all the Ducati gasket goo has been cleaned off the valve cover surfaces and the cam belt tensions have been set. Found the vertical cylinder cam timing for both cams, especially the exhaust cam, off a fair bit. Exhaust cam way out of factory tolerances. Intake a tad late but still within spec. Can't wait for tomorrow.
Sorry I didn't make it down for the festivities... [roll]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 26, 2012, 10:38:49 PM
Sorry I didn't make it down for the festivities... [roll]
Festivities are next week when everything is all done! [Dolph]
Hopefully I'll feel well enough to help you celebrate...
I hope you feel better soon.
Quote from: freeflydive on May 27, 2012, 01:36:43 PM
I hope you feel better soon.
Thanks...not feeling down and out, but not sharp, like I'm in a fog...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 27, 2012, 02:16:50 PM
Thanks...not feeling down and out, but not sharp, like I'm in a fog...
I'm feeling the same. I caught a bug when I was in the Philippines and passed it to Teresa...we just started feeling better, then the pressure change from our return flights affected our sinus and ear canals...giving us that oh-so-special foggy feeling!
Meanwhile, we're at the airport in San Francisco, trying to nurse our ailments away at the Anchor Steam Beer Brewery Pub in the terminal.
[beer]
Quote from: freeflydive on May 27, 2012, 02:54:51 PM
I'm feeling the same. I caught a bug when I was in the Philippines and passed it to Teresa...we just started feeling better, then the pressure change from our return flights affected our sinus and ear canals...giving us that oh-so-special foggy feeling!
Meanwhile, we're at the airport in San Francisco, trying to nurse our ailments away at the Anchor Steam Beer Brewery Pub in the terminal.
[beer]
maybe that "steam" will clear your sinuses... ;D
Made a quick run to the "snake" and back this morning to try and clear my head...still semi-fogged, but feeling better...
Did a test ride on an 848 this afternoon. Watching motorbike racing this evening.... and old Sopranos DVDs.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 28, 2012, 08:21:00 PM
Did a test ride on an 848 this afternoon. Watching motorbike racing this evening.... and old Sopranos DVDs.
How was the test ride!!!?
Nice...congrats on the shake down/test ride. Hope you get to enjoy a beer and a cigar...you've earned it!
Cheers [beer]
In case you haven't seen this video of a multi-million dollar garage. It's not as inspiring as Jay Leno's collection...but the garage structure/technology itself is impressive.
Million Dollar Rooms 106 Subterranean Garage (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=cps42IRMGFE#)
Quote from: freeflydive on May 28, 2012, 09:17:43 PM
Nice...congrats on the shake down/test ride. Hope you get to enjoy a beer and a cigar...you've earned it!
Cheers [beer]
Thanks! Got the beers tonight. The bike still needs to go get the follow up dyno run. Then scheduled to get the final resets and checks next Sat morning at South Seas. Will put on the nose & side fairings later that afternoon.
Then a fast ride ( boy, is that thing faster than that R1100S or what? ) followed by some really good beers and cigars! [Dolph]
I would enjoy an underground garage.
Right now, I'd enjoy any garage, but underground is better!
Had SSC install the Q2's and enjoyed a great ride home! Nothing out of the ordinary....it just felt good to be back on the bike. Unfortunately, I've only been in the saddle a hand full of times since I left for the Philippines back in late March! Tires should be scrubbed in by Sunday...praying for sunshine w/ cool trade-winds.
Now, I just need to install the R&G weighted bar-ends and cotton-spools on the rear swingarm.
[Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph]
Are you telling us that the new 2012 model, with all the updates, still has that hand numbing vibration in the bars & grips?
Picked up the SF from SSD this afternoon. Had them install the new Caswell coated tank and flush the cooling system...only time will tell whether or not I'll need another tank...
What....you don't want another new tank?! I just viewed it as a way to get rid of the scratches on my tank on Ducati's dime :-)
Quote from: freeflydive on May 31, 2012, 08:39:22 PM
What....you don't want another new tank?! I just viewed it as a way to get rid of the scratches on my tank on Ducati's dime :-)
My next one will be the smaller, less attractive, "class action settlement" tank... [thumbsdown]
Quote from: MacDuck on May 31, 2012, 09:44:45 AM
Are you telling us that the new 2012 model, with all the updates, still has that hand numbing vibration in the bars & grips?
Yep...that wasn't one of the issues they managed to resolve. You can still feel the buzzing vibrations through the right hand grip & right footpeg (depending on the shoe) when at WOT or high RPM. The Rizomas bar-ends did a good job at muting the 1198's vibrations...the R&G should do the same. So, who's planning on coming out to play on Sunday?! :-)
Quote from: freeflydive on May 31, 2012, 08:49:27 PM
So, who's planning on coming out to play on Sunday?! :-)
I don't want to speak too soon as I'm just starting to feel better after my second bout with whatever it is I've got...
Depends on how much I get done on Saturday and what the weather is doing. SOUEST keeps calling for rain squalls and it pretty much did that all this morning. Hope it stays like it was this afternoon.
Short ride to the snake & back this morning, bike turned 20K miles on the way home. Also stopped by SSD to thank Arlon for helping with my gas tank...1199 and 1199S on the showroom floor both with SOLD signs on the seat, Bill says all nine of their allotment were presold...
I stopped by SSD too
Drooled over the 1199's!!!
Wow they are gorgeous....and appear so much smaller, than the 848 Tricolore that was parked beside
If my budget was close, I would have to have one
But it's not [thumbsdown]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 07, 2012, 04:23:26 PM1199 and 1199S on the showroom floor both with SOLD signs on the seat, Bill says all nine of their allotment were presold...
Bill's entire allotment of 1199's were spoken for back in March when I picked up the S1000RR. Definitely a sexy beast (the bike, not Bill).
Quote from: 118811 on June 07, 2012, 04:51:16 PM
..and appear so much smaller, than the 848 Tricolore that was parked beside
Optical delusion. ;D
Panigale wheelbase 56.57 inches 848 56.3 inches
Panigale seat height 32.48 inches 848 32.6 inches
Quote from: MacDuck on June 08, 2012, 07:38:12 AM
Optical delusion. ;D
Panigale wheelbase 56.57 inches 848 56.3 inches
Panigale seat height 32.48 inches 848 32.6 inches
yup . . .but it looks smaller anyways . . . saw one in Miami and it did look small . .. er . . . .
I agree appears smaller...thru the tank, seat & tail area.
Boy, that thing is "SEX on wheels"....I love that rear end exhaust.
It sure wouldn't fit my riding needs, mostly commuting & we have no track here on Oahu....but just going get groceries on that Panagale would be awsome!!
Quote from: 118811 on June 09, 2012, 08:39:03 AM
I agree appears smaller...thru the tank, seat & tail area.
Boy, that thing is "SEX on wheels"....I love that rear end exhaust.
It sure wouldn't fit my riding needs, mostly commuting & we have no track here on Oahu....but just going get groceries on that Panagale would be awsome!!
You gonna be getting groceries in LA if you had a bridge . . just to ride it . . .
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on June 09, 2012, 07:31:53 AM
yup . . .but it looks smaller anyways . . . saw one in Miami and it did look small . .. er . . . .
The cut off tail area does that. No ass. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on June 09, 2012, 10:29:06 AM
The cut off tail area does that. No ass. ;D
HUH!!!?
Baby has got back....tall lean and mean!!! [thumbsup]
If the Heaven's opened up and I was blessed with one of those Panagales....minor surgery would be performed on that license plate holder!!!
Quote from: 118811 on June 09, 2012, 12:28:21 PM
HUH!!!?
Baby has got back....tall lean and mean!!! [thumbsup]
If the Heaven's opened up and I was blessed with one of those Panagales....minor surgery would be performed on that license plate holder!!!
Absolutely the first thing to go!
Picked up a spare part for the 848. Minor. Saw Robert's bike on consignment.
Spent too much time in various gridlocked parts of Honolulu traffic this morning on the way to the shop due to the Kam Day Parade. [bang] [bang]
Measured and catalogued new replacement shims for the 7mm kit. All back up to speed there. [thumbsup]
Took apart two instrument clusters for speed head repairs. Won't do one and will have the owner send it to the mainland for repair but got the other one working.
Took the Boxer Cup down for a safety check and then scrubbed off more of the new Q2's going over Tantalus. Saw a whole passel of sportbikes parked off on the side on my way up. It's a very smooth machine but not as nimble as the 848.
Cut the 620 frame apart for disposal.
busy day...
I managed to get off early today since our command had a family day picnic function...needless to say, I skipped on the picnic and spent "my" family day diving w/ my lovely wife. :-)
Happy Fathers day to the dads out there (whether you have children or house pets).
Washed the car. Did some yard cleanup. Watched the races. Finally got enough updates & a security package to run on the computer. I have to limp this XP Pro along until Apple comes out with the non-glare iMac ( unless it comes out in Feb. instead of this month or next month ). Watching the US Open and off to dinner later with Gloria. [wine]
Had an opportunity to sit on the 1199 Panigale [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on June 17, 2012, 06:24:03 PM
Washed the car. Did some yard cleanup. Watched the races. Finally got enough updates & a security package to run on the computer. I have to limp this XP Pro along until Apple comes out with the non-glare iMac ( unless it comes out in Feb. instead of this month or next month ). Watching the US Open and off to dinner later with Gloria. [wine]
Sounds like a relaxing, enjoyable day...
Quote from: rz3r0 on June 19, 2012, 02:17:07 AM
Had an opportunity to sit on the 1199 Panigale [thumbsup]
I had a chance to sit on Jessica Simpson once but I opted out thinking without the full ride experience it would just lead to frustration.
[evil]
reallly wish I had all my gear this morning.. and a rain jacket
Played golf & rested today [roll]
I was tired from all the standing.... from yesterday watching Mac fix the M900's carb's, & rebuild the fuel pump.
Really nice to have the Monster back on the road!!!
Thanks again, Rick [clap] [clap] [clap] [Dolph]
Quote from: 118811 on July 01, 2012, 11:59:42 PM
Really nice to have the Monster back on the road!!!
Thanks again, Rick [clap] [clap] [clap] [Dolph]
You're very welcome and thanks again to you too. I take it that the bike is all happy again. No problem with fuel flow through the new shut off valve?
Quote from: MacDuck on July 02, 2012, 07:48:53 AM
You're very welcome and thanks again to you too. I take it that the bike is all happy again. No problem with fuel flow through the new shut off valve?
The Monster seems to be very happy with all the work that was done.
The throttle response seems to be a little more crisp....as I left a stoplight the bike lifted today a little easier & higher than I remember....especially since I wasn't trying!!!
Gave me a good smile... [thumbsup] [Dolph]
Rick...I ll be down to see you next weekend [wine]
Stripped off both heads and cylinders/pistons along with both outer side cases from the 620. Got to show Majdi how valves work in a head and what connecting rods and bolts look like. [thumbsup]
Good times [beer]
got to give a pregnant dog the "I am going to make the beast with two backsing murder you" look this morning
ohhh, that felt good.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 11, 2012, 09:22:00 AM
got to give a pregnant dog the "I am going to make the beast with two backsing murder you" look this morning
ohhh, that felt good.
it always does . ...
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 11, 2012, 09:22:00 AM
got to give a pregnant dog the "I am going to make the beast with two backsing murder you" look this morning
ohhh, that felt good.
? ? ? The cat?
Quote from: MacDuck on July 11, 2012, 09:44:40 AM
? ? ? The cat?
nope:
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 11, 2012, 09:05:54 AM
[beer]
speaking of beers, my baby threat level is already on green. almost got swiped by queen douchetoria in her shiny big make the beast with two backs off toyota SUV, because my lane was just a little bit faster into the gate than hers.
no signal, of course. but what kills me is that after she got on the brakes, she casually waved me on.
you know how in MSF they say to make eye contact with the cagers? ohhhh, did I. and for once it worked [evil]
Tried bleeding my clutch today with my new Motion Pro Mini Bleeder, but it didn't work quite as well as advertised... had fluid leaking from where it secures to the nipple when I pumped the clutch lever, so I finished the job the old fashioned way...
http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0482/ (http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0482/)
Clutch bleeding the old fashioned way ..... no problemo. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on July 14, 2012, 07:38:33 PM
Clutch bleeding the old fashioned way ..... no problemo. [thumbsup]
Very true!...
No one needs a $25 tool to bleed a clutch...just thought it was kinda cool, that's all... ;D
w00t!
3900 miles!
Received my new Ride It clutch and break levers and DID 525VX chain. [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on July 16, 2012, 07:03:48 PM
Received my new Ride It clutch and break levers and DID 525VX chain. [thumbsup]
You gonna have that stuff and your new mirrors installed for Sunday?... [Dolph]
I will try, thou most likely after 7/29, need to train for the tinman race first.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 16, 2012, 08:49:10 AM
w00t!
3900 miles!
When did you buy the bike again?
Well, when did you buy the bike the first time. I'm asking the question to be told again.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 17, 2012, 03:12:28 PM
When did you buy the bike again?
Well, when did you buy the bike the first time. I'm asking the question to be told again.
Speaking of bikes.... what happened with your ripped off bike that showed up on the big island?
Quote from: MacDuck on July 17, 2012, 11:26:28 PM
Speaking of bikes.... what happened with your ripped off bike that showed up on the big island?
Very good question. Inquiring minds want to know.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 17, 2012, 03:12:28 PM
When did you buy the bike again?
Well, when did you buy the bike the first time. I'm asking the question to be told again.
last... july? I assume it was july because my safety/reg are july.
didn't get stickered to commute until late nov, so most of those miles are this year ;D I haven't driven the merc in... *cough*cough*rabble*rabble* ...weeks
Quote from: MacDuck on July 17, 2012, 11:26:28 PM
Speaking of bikes.... what happened with your ripped off bike that showed up on the big island?
I talked to/emailed the police for, well, weeks. I sent documentation to both Honolulu and the chief in Hilo. I called Hilo daily. Nothing ever happened. Then, it was purchased by some VERY lucky SOB for no more than $800.
All in all, a less than pleasant experience. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 18, 2012, 09:07:38 AM
last... july? I assume it was july because my safety/reg are july.
didn't get stickered to commute until late nov, so most of those miles are this year ;D I haven't driven the merc in... *cough*cough*rabble*rabble* ...weeks
Nice. And sad. But, the car is there when you need or want it.
Quote from: jebus tristos on July 18, 2012, 01:31:35 PM
Nice. And sad. But, the car is there when you need or want it.
true... but it only gets used when I need to shop for things that don't fit in my backpack.
rain doesn't even stop me anymore
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 18, 2012, 05:56:06 PM
rain doesn't even stop me anymore
Good thing lately. [laugh]
Missed a gear.
Quote from: MacDuck on July 19, 2012, 12:00:14 AM
Good thing lately. [laugh]
You guys gotta move over to the desert!!
I see all the rain over the mtns....but dry here [beer]
Quote from: MacDuck on July 19, 2012, 12:00:14 AM
Good thing lately. [laugh]
yep... earlier in the year, one of the apprentices (who rides) mentioned how he was surprised to see my bike in the lot one morning because the weather was all shitty... 'when I looked outside, I figured you would drive today'
now if he doesn't see it, he's always like, 'ah, grocery run today?'
Quote from: 118811 on July 19, 2012, 01:52:12 AM
You guys gotta move over to the desert!!
desert? ??? what, like ewa?
make the beast with two backs that, it's too hot
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 18, 2012, 05:56:06 PM
true... but it only gets used when I need to shop for things that don't fit in my backpack.
rain doesn't even stop me anymore
you would like it here !!!
Ordered wheel balancing tools.
Quote from: MacDuck on July 19, 2012, 09:37:53 AM
Ordered wheel balancing tools.
from where if I may ask . . .
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 19, 2012, 09:41:30 AM
from where if I may ask . . .
http://www.marcparnes.com/Ducati_Motorcycle_Wheel_Balancer.htm (http://www.marcparnes.com/Ducati_Motorcycle_Wheel_Balancer.htm)
Quote from: MacDuck on July 19, 2012, 11:45:48 PM
http://www.marcparnes.com/Ducati_Motorcycle_Wheel_Balancer.htm (http://www.marcparnes.com/Ducati_Motorcycle_Wheel_Balancer.htm)
thank you, been looking for one that don't break the bank . . . gonna take a look later !
Quote from: MacDuck on July 19, 2012, 09:37:12 AM
Did that cause any problem?
No, I just had ice skates on for three hours and my feet didn't work right. It was a preemptive post 'cause I was in FP's hood at the time.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 19, 2012, 09:24:57 AM
yep... earlier in the year, one of the apprentices (who rides) mentioned how he was surprised to see my bike in the lot one morning because the weather was all shitty... 'when I looked outside, I figured you would drive today'
now if he doesn't see it, he's always like, 'ah, grocery run today?'
desert? ??? what, like ewa?
make the beast with two backs that, it's too hot
The little desert."Diamond Head" 8) [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on July 20, 2012, 11:17:00 AM
The little desert."Diamond Head" 8) [thumbsup]
ah.
I don't earn enough to live on that side anyway
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 21, 2012, 10:09:02 AM
ah.
I don't earn enough to live on that side anyway
Me either.... :'(
That's why I don't have a Street Fighter
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Quote from: DRKWNG on July 23, 2012, 06:18:56 PM
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Remodel or addition? Looks promising.
Full gut job on my master bath. Turning out to be a touch more expensive than I had originally planned, but that's how this sort of thing normally works, right? Right??
:D
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/DSC_0021-1.jpg)
Man cave bathroom! Not exactly something the fairer sex would go for but then you could always demonstrate the depth of your affections by remodeling again. [laugh]
FALSE!! I ran the design by several attractive womenz, and they all thought it was great. Believe me, I did my research.
:D
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 26, 2012, 01:37:20 AM
FALSE!! I ran the design by several attractive womenz, and they all thought it was great. Believe me, I did my research.
:D
[thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup] Then you're good to go. ;)
Hey MacDuck,
tech question if I may: got a 04 M620, choke lever pull to max, rpms don't go up but stay around 2K . . .pull back to "off" engines sputers a bit; did a TPS reset with the Centurion UE tool and also a trim adjustment, it was on 85!!
It took some time but, idle, idle trim and TPS were set; choke however, still not funtioning properly, any ideas?
Kind of glad I sold the monster. The roads around my base are atrocious. I get tossed around even when I'm in my car. Also, I think they keep the backup generator for Hell in the training area at Fort Polk.
I have come to realize that I really don't like being in a car... driving in is just so... goddamn weird.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 26, 2012, 09:16:06 AM
I have come to realize that I really don't like being in a car... driving in is just so... goddamn weird.
I have fun on both . . . but, the bike, gives me a workout .. .. .. something that don't happen with a friend's gs500f
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 26, 2012, 08:09:27 AM
Hey MacDuck,
tech question if I may: got a 04 M620, choke lever pull to max, rpms don't go up but stay around 2K . . .pull back to "off" engines sputers a bit; did a TPS reset with the Centurion UE tool and also a trim adjustment, it was on 85!!
It took some time but, idle, idle trim and TPS were set; choke however, still not funtioning properly, any ideas?
It really isn't a "choke" per se but just more of a high idle. I haven't messed around too much with that but it is looming soon on my neighbors bike. There is a second cable from that thumb activated lever and a separate linkage at the throttles. Those get stuck or jammed for some reason that I haven't figured out yet. This is starting to happen to the bike I mentioned but is not so much of a problem that I have to sort it out, yet......
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 26, 2012, 09:16:06 AM
I have come to realize that I really don't like being in a car... driving in is just so... goddamn weird.
If the dog didn't come to work with me I'd be on a bike way more often. Like that R1100S bike.
Quote from: MacDuck on July 26, 2012, 09:39:55 AM
It really isn't a "choke" per se but just more of a high idle. I haven't messed around too much with that but it is looming soon on my neighbors bike. There is a second cable from that thumb activated lever and a separate linkage at the throttles. Those get stuck or jammed for some reason that I haven't figured out yet. This is starting to happen to the bike I mentioned but is not so much of a problem that I have to sort it out, yet......
Thanks . . .
So, whoever sorts it out first, tells the other one . . deal?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 26, 2012, 09:53:25 AM
Thanks . . .
So, whoever sorts it out first, tells the other one . . deal?
Works for me. ( If you & I lived somewhere where it actually got sort of cold we'd have more incentive to get going on this. [laugh] )
Quote from: MacDuck on July 26, 2012, 10:46:32 PM
Works for me. ( If you & I lived somewhere where it actually got sort of cold we'd have more incentive to get going on this. [laugh] )
Somehow, these bikes are very hard to start without it here . . . ???
Did noticed that this particular bike has a bent OEM steering bar . . . uhm .. .. .. Can't compare to mine since, I replaced the OEM bar with a Renthal and now I have clip-ons .. .. No issues on my bike . .. . .. . All other M620s do have this issue with the OEM steering bar .. .. few people have taken the time to call me and report this issue . . weird uh?
Quote from: MacDuck on July 26, 2012, 09:41:29 AM
If the dog didn't come to work with me I'd be on a bike way more often. Like that R1100S bike.
that would be pretty sweet
dang. I had the world's worst "lechon" for lunch today.... I'll need to hit up the golf course this weekend to make up for it
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 27, 2012, 04:57:06 PM
dang. I had the world's worst "lechon" for lunch today.... I'll need to hit up the golf course this weekend to make up for it
look chico, if you wanna have lechon either go to Miami or come to my place . . . I make the best 'yuca al moho' south of Miami . . .
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on July 27, 2012, 06:23:24 PM
look chico, if you wanna have lechon either go to Miami or come to my place . . . I make the best 'yuca al moho' south of Miami . . .
fact: filipinos make the best lechon. :-*
If Tony Bourdain says so, it is so.
Quote from: teddy037.3 on July 28, 2012, 10:37:23 AM
fact: filipinos make the best lechon. :-*
If Tony Bourdain says so, it is so.
Man, I'm half Cuban . . . so I know my lechon . . . but, . . . Tony is Tony . . .
i went to SSD yesterday to check out the 1199s, sat on the bike, and hated it :'(
the shock digging into my inner left thigh is a deal breaker for me. bill said the base model dont have that problem
but i have to wait till they put one together and bring it on the floor to see for myself. I miss my 848 and never should
have sold it so soon. and seeing the corse 848 next to the 1199 i really like the look of the 848 better... what have i done? [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 28, 2012, 03:19:44 PM
i went to SSD yesterday to check out the 1199s, sat on the bike, and hated it :'(
the shock digging into my inner left thigh is a deal breaker for me. bill said the base model dont have that problem
but i have to wait till they put one together and bring it on the floor to see for myself. I miss my 848 and never should
have sold it so soon. and seeing the corse 848 next to the 1199 i really like the look of the 848 better... what have i done? [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
The regular 1199 still has the rear shock in the same place. Just might not have the electrically adjustable damping feature. 1199 is no commuter either.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 28, 2012, 03:19:44 PM
the shock digging into my inner left thigh is a deal breaker for me.
But it only digs/rubs your thigh when you put your left foot down. Minor inconvenience and you can always put your right foot down instead. Pardon my directness but the 848 is no comparison to the 1199.
there's a pani in the showroom? I may have to take a detour after work
something good ought to come out of my day today, I've done make the beast with two backs all so far
Quote from: supperduc on July 28, 2012, 03:54:51 PM
But it only digs/rubs your thigh when you put your left foot down. Minor inconvenience and you can always put your right foot down instead. Pardon my directness but the 848 is no comparison to the 11 99.
I could put my right foot down but my habit is to keep my right foot on the brake so i can streatch my back. And since this is Hawaii i tend to stop a lot. and i know on a track the 848 couldn't even begin to keep up with 1199 (2 equally skilled riders) but on the streets here i just don't see there being that big of a difference. until i actually ride the 1199 i won't know for sure. And now that I've seen it in person, my personal opinion is that the 848 and 1198 are better looking . I guess my biggest gripe is that i went in there to fall in love with my next bike. And ended up missing my old one in stead.
Quote from: hadesducati848 on July 28, 2012, 11:36:38 PM
... fall in love with my next bike. And ended up missing my old one in stead.
You don't know what you've until you loose it?
4300! :)
Quote from: MacDuck on April 07, 2012, 12:22:21 AM
Got a dyno base run on the 848 today done at Montgomery Motors. It'll be interesting to see what changes, if any, happen after all adjustments are done.
Horsepower at rear wheel ----- MM Cycle Sports says their dyno reads low (how much?? dunno but it really doesn't matter as the next run will be run on the same machine) --- Nice linear progression for HP. The lower line is the fuel/air mixture ratio with it getting richer as the line dips. Most stock fueling is set at 14:1 with aftermarket supposed ideal at 13:1. Mine runs richer.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/dyno2.jpg)
Then the torque curve with the odd low middle range dip
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/dyno1.jpg)
The fueling is on the rich side............ [popcorn] [popcorn]
Finally got the "after tune" dyno readings:
Torque curve
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/848TorqueCurveaftertune.jpg)
Horsepower curve
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/848HPCurveAfterTune.jpg)
After all the valve adjustments and adjusting timing for 3 cams, new spark plugs and new air filter........... absolutely no significant improvement. Just RCH differences and that could be due to atmospheric conditions......
Disappointed? Not really........ but for sure enlightened in a different way. Worth it to me? Without a doubt............. Worth it to someone else...... maybe not......
Next up...... dyno run without the db killers to see if that affects the low midrange torque dips.
BTW ..... the torque dips exist only on paper. They cannot be felt. It's still just zooom! [thumbsup]
interesting . .
on the 'choke' cable issue . . . haven't found anything wrong or nicks or weird bends in its routing . . . that was yesterday, I'll try to adjust a little if the guy rides back today or during the weekend . . .
Will keep updates coming . . .Was able to 're-reset' TPS with the Centurion tool, it showed a 3.1 value the first time, left it at 2.7 . . . ran the bike for a few miles, then 're-reset' trim to 22 and idle to 1250rpm .. . . and then TPS to 2.8 . . . yesterday, when the bike came, I checked, and it was all where I have left it; trim 22, tps 2.8 and idle 1275 . . .
Quote from: MacDuck on August 01, 2012, 11:35:57 PM
Finally got the "after tune" dyno readings:
After all the valve adjustments and adjusting timing for 3 cams, new spark plugs and new air filter........... absolutely no significant improvement. Just RCH differences and that could be due to atmospheric conditions......
Disappointed? Not really........ but for sure enlightened in a different way. Worth it to me? Without a doubt............. Worth it to someone else...... maybe not......
Next up...... dyno run without the db killers to see if that affects the low midrange torque dips.
BTW ..... the torque dips exist only on paper. They cannot be felt. It's still just zooom! [thumbsup]
if you have the data file from the dyno you can download the software to make table of graphs in different aspects
the one that is good to look at is power V time and thats where you will prob find decent gains when everything is tuned
Quote from: J5 on August 04, 2012, 06:14:51 PM
if you have the data file from the dyno you can download the software to make table of graphs in different aspects
the one that is good to look at is power V time and thats where you will prob find decent gains when everything is tuned
No need for all of that. One can simply look at the graphs and it is plain to see that there is little difference. Even though the exhaust cam timing was way out of spec for both exhaust cams no significant differences were measured after cam timing was corrected.
So it becomes a value judgement. Everything can be tightened up and set to close specs. With the improved air flow through the new heads the adjustments can be off to a greater degree but there won't be the same performance loss as compared to the earlier engines.
Now that being said, there is still some value in having everything set tighter to spec but only for the engineer or enthusiast mind frame, which describes me to a degree, no pun intended. For the average guy getting this work done at a shop and having to pay for it there may be no monetary value in having adjustments done unless the values are far out of spec
Quote from: MacDuck on August 04, 2012, 11:57:25 PM
No need for all of that. One can simply look at the graphs and it is plain to see that there is little difference. Even though the exhaust cam timing was way out of spec for both exhaust cams no significant differences were measured after cam timing was corrected.
So it becomes a value judgement. Everything can be tightened up and set to close specs. With the improved air flow through the new heads the adjustments can be off to a greater degree but there won't be the same performance loss as compared to the earlier engines.
Now that being said, there is still some value in having everything set tighter to spec but only for the engineer or enthusiast mind frame, which describes me to a degree, no pun intended. For the average guy getting this work done at a shop and having to pay for it there may be no monetary value in having adjustments done unless the values are far out of spec
but this is where the Power V time graph is so relevant
doesnt matter if you have 200Hp if it takes 5 mins to get there
peaks of anything doesnt mean anything
but if a power run took 10 secs and now you make same power in 8 seconds , thats where the value is
I was all happy that my 15k service was straight forward until I got almost home and noticed weird handling, it won't turn. Damn, I have a flat on my rear and I am stuck at home. What now?
Quote from: sta on August 11, 2012, 08:14:22 PM
I was all happy that my 15k service was straight forward until I got almost home and noticed weird handling, it won't turn. Damn, I have a flat on my rear and I am stuck at home. What now?
S--T that sucks! [evil]
You got towing insurance?
Nope, I think I will try with removal n patch 1st.
Quote from: sta on August 12, 2012, 12:18:57 AM
Nope, I think I will try with removal n patch 1st.
Where is it leaking from?
Went down to MM Cycle Sports today to get the 848 in the annual Dyno Shoot Out - Bike Wash Charity thingy. Conforming to AMA Racing Rules they stuck me in the 600 class. I won 1st Place. [roll] Took the baffles out this morning to see if that would eliminate the midrange torque drop. They didn't show the torque curve but the two fuel mixture rich dips were still there so I assume that didn't make any difference. Actually I lost 1.25 HP today on the run compared with the last run a week and a half ago. Could have been just a different day for the dyno but I stuck the baffles back in tonight.
The best running BMW S1000RR was putting out 166 and change at the rear wheel. Best liter bike went to a Kawasaki GX10R that had an aftermarket full exhaust running at a bit over 170 HP at the rear. :o
Quote from: MacDuck on August 12, 2012, 12:32:01 AM
Where is it leaking from?
In the middle of the cross section of the tired tread, small pin hole, 1mm
Quote from: sta on August 12, 2012, 01:59:35 AM
In the middle of the cross section of the tired tread, small pin hole, 1mm
I know it's against public opinion, using patches [roll]....but I am a ch--p MF'er.
Had a small hole in the center section and used a patch installed at MM...worked well 8-9 months before I had to get new tires.
Never had any issues & and I hardly go over 85 mph for any length...so felt it was worth chancing til I was ready to replace both F & R.
Quote from: sta on August 12, 2012, 12:18:57 AM
Nope, I think I will try with removal n patch 1st.
You might want to try a plug vs a patch...I believe a patch would have to go on the inside of the tire...hope you get it fixed for today's ride.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 12, 2012, 09:50:49 AM
You might want to try a plug vs a patch...I believe a patch would have to go on the inside of the tire...hope you get it fixed for today's ride.
I had a plug installed before finally having to either get the patch or trash the tire.
FYI....I didn't know that plugs have very short life 40-50
Miles,,,,, when the plug failed.. Towed it to MM
Thank you Progressive towing insurance!!
Quote from: MacDuck on August 12, 2012, 01:01:13 AM
I won 1st Place.
Sweet, congrats...I should have paid better attention to their monthly events calendar!
Quote from: freeflydive on August 12, 2012, 02:35:51 PM
Sweet, congrats...I should have paid better attention to their monthly events calendar!
Ordinarily I wouldn't have gone down there for that but I wanted to get a run without the baffles in place. Plus my co-worker changed out the exhaust on his Sportster and he wanted to see how it went. That bike has some crazy fueling issues but he took 2nd in his class. It was all still fun and got to see some good bikes and meet some good people.
Quote from: MacDuck on August 12, 2012, 02:46:21 PM
see some good bikes and meet some good people.
That's what it's all about...now I have to wait for the next JJ ride for that.
Quote from: sta on August 11, 2012, 08:14:22 PM
Damn, I have a flat on my rear and I am stuck at home. What now?
Is the bike back up and running? [Dolph]
Thanks to MD for coming over last night to loosen the the axle nut. I was able to get the tire plugged/patched from the inside at SSD today. Now I just need to put everything back and have MD to return and save the day before Sunday [Dolph]
Quote from: sta on August 14, 2012, 03:57:48 PM
Thanks to MD for coming over last night to loosen the the axle nut. I was able to get the tire plugged/patched from the inside at SSD today. Now I just need to put everything back and have MD to return and save the day before Sunday [Dolph]
That MD is an alright guy, despite what people have been saying about him... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 14, 2012, 05:26:29 PM
That MD is an alright guy, despite what people have been saying about him... [thumbsup]
Let anyone say what they will. It's most likely true to some degree or another. Get off my lawn. [evil] [evil] ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on August 14, 2012, 11:23:32 PM
Let anyone say what they will. It's most likely true to some degree or another. Get off my lawn. [evil] [evil] ;D
[laugh]
Ate three regular meals today for the first time since last Saturday...starting to feel like I'll be able to make the JJ run...;D
[thumbsup] [thumbsup]
[Dolph] [Dolph] [Dolph]
S2R 1K rear axle nut set at 170 lbs ft. Good to go.
Quote from: MacDuck on August 16, 2012, 10:42:56 PM
S2R 1K rear axle nut set at 170 lbs ft. Good to go.
Thank you Sir. I did notice the placemnt of the rod/stopper for the stand, I knew you'd come.
[coffee]
yesterday afternoon I washed my boat.
it's a 41' cabin cruiser.
that's a lot of boat to wash.
it was hot.
this morning I feel like somebody beat the crap out of me.
[coffee]
41 ft. !! That's a yacht! You're supposed to have someone else wash it for you. [laugh]
I had my initial service done at SSC [thumbsup] Btw, anyone experience having Eddie service your bike ??? I'm just wondering because I have a feeling my oil was overfilled... Also they cleaned and lubed my chain, but the chain lube they used splattered all over the place, including my wheels... I don't think they wiped down the chain after lubing it....:-\
Quote from: rz3r0 on August 25, 2012, 02:36:20 AM
I'm just wondering because I have a feeling my oil was overfilled...
What does the oil level in the sight glass look like?
Last time they changed my oil (600 mi svc) it was overfilled a bit. Looked liked they just emptied a four litre jug into the crankcase, versus the required 3.7 litres...been doing my own oil changes since.
I see.... I'll go take a picture of the sight glass later. From what I understand, the oil level in the sight glass should be between the high mark and the low mark while its cold right?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 25, 2012, 01:26:11 PM
been doing my own oil changes since.
Always the best options. Just did so on the KTM. I swear that bike sure would more pleasure to own if it wasn't so F'ing difficult to work on.
Quote from: rz3r0 on August 25, 2012, 01:55:30 PM
I see.... I'll go take a picture of the sight glass later. From what I understand, the oil level in the sight glass should be between the high mark and the low mark while its cold right?
It's OK even if the level is at the high mark.
Darn, I really wanted to check it but I got called into work last-minute :'( I'll post a pic later, anyways still kinda disappointed at the quality of their chain cleaning procedure..... >:( If I had known I would've asked them not to clean my chain....
Dropped off the bike at SS for the initial maintenance and for the Termi slip-ons install
(more for noise than gain from what little I've read)
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on August 29, 2012, 12:17:24 AM
Dropped off the bike at SS for the initial maintenance and for the Termi slip-ons install
(more for noise than gain from what little I've read)
Ya gotta love noise! [evil]
Quote from: Xerxes1769 on August 29, 2012, 12:17:24 AM
Dropped off the bike at SS for the initial maintenance and for the Termi slip-ons install
(more for noise than gain from what little I've read)
That bike is not exactly quiet with the stock pipes on. You'll have to come ride with us so we can hear the Termi's. [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on August 29, 2012, 07:38:51 AM
You'll have to come ride with us so we can hear the Termi's. [evil]
+1
Took the SF down to SSD for an ECU swap. Out with the Redline Performance flashed stock ecu and in with the Houston Superbikes DP ecu, the Houston SBKs' ecu seems to work better this time around...don't know why but it does...
Are you trying to match the number of ECU swaps to the number of fuel tank exchanges? [cheeky]
Quote from: freeflydive on August 31, 2012, 01:02:08 AM
Are you trying to match the number of ECU swaps to the number of fuel tank exchanges? [cheeky]
Seems that way doesn't it?...
Bled the clutch slave cylinder and front brakes in aniticipation of
Sunday's JJ ride... [Dolph]
Thanks for the reminder. I should bleed the rear brake on the 848.
Turned 70 today...celebrated by thinning out my banana patch and getting my new glasses adjusted... [evil]
Happy geezer day!!!
Thanks!...thinkin' about stayin' up til 8:30 tonight... :-*
Better slow down there.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 06, 2012, 08:12:11 PM
Turned 70 today...celebrated by thinning out my banana patch and getting my new glasses adjusted... [evil]
Happy Birthday FP!!!! [thumbsup]
Happy B-day Gene! Go crazy, have an extra beer on me. [beer]
Happy B-day speed racer. See you on Sunday.
Happy b-day! [thumbsup]
Happy Birthday Gene, enjoy to the max . . . ;D
Thanks for all the B-Day wishes guys, much appreciated... ;D
Well finally i got my cheapo tailchop done and thats it
Quote from: monsterjoe on September 07, 2012, 10:43:47 AM
Well finally i got my cheapo tailchop done and thats it
pics?...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy2.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 07, 2012, 04:09:30 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy2.jpg)
Your new bike!!!!?
He always does that, throwin' out a teaser... ;D
No, just something I took out for a test ride today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 07, 2012, 07:53:10 PM
No, just something I took out for a test ride today.
Glutton for punishment. [laugh]
However it is a "R" so that scores points.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy3.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 08, 2012, 12:44:24 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photocopy3.jpg)
[laugh] [laugh] [thumbsup]
I saw that bike (black & white versions) down at the local dealership 2 weeks ago.....such beauties!!
I flogged this one on the same roads that I demo'd the RC8 on yesterday.
comparison for us less fortunate..... :'(
It's no where near as comfortable as the RC8, but it definitely has that WOW factor that the KTM was missing. The bike is really compact, and just feels so small with the possible exception of the area directly under the seat. It flairs out slightly, but not really enough to be distracting. You sit much more on top of it than you do the RC8 as well. It's almost like comparing a 999 (sitting in) and an 8/10/1198, or my old Daytona (sitting on), with the Ape being a very committed seating position. Over all I would say the Ape is an animal. The power is REALLY there, but in a controlled sort of way. It comes on a little soft until you get above 3500rpm. From there, twist the wrist and it just builds and builds and builds, all while feeling very smooth about it. It also handled a bit skittishly at lowish speeds, but open it up, and ride it aggressively, i.e. really put it into corners, and it is close to telepathic. The thing is a homologated race bike after all, and wants to be ridden with just as much conviction. I have always heard that they put a tremendous amount of heat, but it honestly seemed to run cooler than the KTM did, and that was with getting stuck in more traffic on the Ape as well. And the sound... Oh my the sound was amazing! That little V4 snarling its way through the Leo pipe was just... It really has to be the best sounding motorcycle I have ever heard. To be completely honest, the only downsides I could see to owning one of these bikes is the potential for spotty after sale service and the fuel consumption. We were out for something like 40 miles and the trip computer said that I averaged 21.1 mpg. But hey, like I said; it's a race bike.
Thanks B....for the insight & details!
I enjoy riding vicariously thru you and others here.
I haven't actually ridden a sport bike since I owned my 87' Honda Hurricane....remember those!!? ???
No worries. We've got a shorter riding season than you do down there, but I wish you guys could come try some of what we have on offer here. There are some roads that are just plain amazing. It's not as good as say California, or Colorado, but we've got some choice spots.
Anyhow, I also took an R1 out today. It was on a controlled factory supported demo event, so nowhere near as fun (I led the test ride on the Ape ;) ), but it gave me a bit of insight to that bike. I was really impressed with what I was able to tell about the cross-plane crank motor. It felt as if it had ample low end grunt (more so than the V4 on the Ape), and was oh so smooth. Couldn't open it up for shit though, partly due to the chosen demo route and partly due to the fact that the tools leading the route were just putzing along. One thing for sure though, the R1 was very natural feeling. I quickly saw why so many people love them. The best way I can think to sum it up would be that they are incredibly easy to ride fast due being so neutral/natural (Rick will understand this from his days with the GSX-R), but no where near as fun to ride fast as the Ape. The Yamaha just seemed to flow in a way that was... wait for it ...fluid while the Ape required a touch more involvement. But once you gave the Ape your all... Can you tell that I really liked that bike?
I'm taking a Panigale out on Tuesday, so we'll see how that compares...
"but I wish you guys could come try some of what we have on offer here. There are some roads that are just plain amazing. It's not as good as say California, or Colorado, but we've got some choice spots. "
You're in Va?
I am looking into transferring to NC or SC.....I am originally from NC.
I look forward to your opinion of the 1199.....arguably the best looking bike currently....IMHO!!!
Given two sliding doors a fresh coat of white paint, installed FP's mirrors finally, so I'm ready for sunday.
Waiting on the Tuesday report. [popcorn]
Quote from: MacDuck on September 08, 2012, 09:41:24 PM
Waiting on the Tuesday report. [popcorn]
I tell you what, that thing will have to be mighty impressive to beat out the Ape. That V4 was pretty damned amazing.
WSBK races in Germany (Nurburgring) will air on Speed (214 / 1214) this Sunday-
Race#1: 8:00-9:00 AM (HST)
Race#2: 12:00-1:00 PM (HST)
They will show re-runs on Monday & Tuesday.
http://goo.gl/maps/EKFWk (http://goo.gl/maps/EKFWk)
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 09, 2012, 05:10:17 PM
http://goo.gl/maps/EKFWk (http://goo.gl/maps/EKFWk)
Funny, I was telling Teresa, last night, how I can't wait to ride out towards Shenanondoah National Park. You might have to show me around when I get back to DC next summer. [Dolph]
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 08, 2012, 01:15:12 PM
You sit much more on top of it than you do the RC8 as well. It's almost like comparing a 999 (sitting in) and an 8/10/1198, or my old Daytona (sitting on),
So, question... I've seen elsewhere your dream ride is a 998 chassis with a 1098 motor. Do you consider the 998 chassis as "sitting in"?
I know where he could get a 1098 engine. [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on September 10, 2012, 11:29:11 PM
I know where he could get a 1098 engine. [evil]
If only I could use all the 998T's have to offer. :-\
Not sure if I'd say that is my dream bike, but it is very high on the want list. A lot of that is based on how attractive the Tamburini bikes are in my eyes. It's been a while since I've ridden one though, but if memory serves correct I'd say you are much more on top. The "in" position is one of the things that made the 999 (and it seems the RC8R as well) such a comfy everyday SBK, but that lower center of gravity also meant you had to fiddle with the chassis more to make it feel as agile as some other bikes.
So.... Tuesday has come & gone .... how did the Panigale test ride go? I was talking to Lester the other day. He still hasn't really figured it out yet. He seems to be going through the typical I4 weird transition to a V twin. Hasn't quit come to grips with the chucka chucka low rpm lurch and for sure hasn't figured out the suspension settings yet. What ever changes he makes he always resets back to stock after whatever riding he's done.
Maybe he needs someone to sort it out for him. [evil] [evil] [evil]
That said, got another ride on Brandon's S1000RR a week or so ago and I liked it!! He put the heavy bar end weights on to deal with the grip vibration and it worked. So much better to ride with and having that extra HP is a big plus. If I had the opportunity to upgrade I'd have to look seriously at the BMW. I can totally understand the attraction to the Ape and if I lived on the east coast then it would be a real contender. It should be one out here too but if there are so few on the island then you have to understand the lack of support. That's not an issue with the Ducati or the BMW but Aprilia and KTM are another story. [roll]
Haven't ridden it yet. The dealer hasn't brought it down from their Falls Church location, and I'm not about to go inside the beltway to try and demo it. There's a nice, nine mile twisty road not far from the Woodbridge location, and that's the road I've been testing all the other bikes on, so...
So what is keeping Lester from getting it sorted? Have you offered to do some base-line measurements for him? Are his issues spring or damping related?
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 12, 2012, 03:27:00 AM
So what is keeping Lester from getting it sorted? Have you offered to do some base-line measurements for him? Are his issues spring or damping related?
I can only guess. This is always where it gets a bit sticky or tricky. I haven't offered anything yet because I think that might be inappropriate. If he asked me then that would be different. There are lots and lots of settings on the bike and I think he's still working through them to find something he likes and this includes setting the engine braking. It might be that he'd prefer something like his old Honda where it was pretty much turn the key and go. There are lots and lots of folks that never vary from the stock factory settings and who are hard pressed to tell the difference even if adjustments were made.
Of course I'd love to have a 1199 handed over to me for a day of testing and adjusting. [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on September 12, 2012, 07:42:04 AM
Of course I'd love to have a 1199 handed over to me for a day of testing and adjusting. [evil]
Oh, I'm sure that would take more than a day... [evil]
Stopped by Cycle City to check out the Tuono V4r this afternoon...feels/looks rather porky compared to my SF. Asking price is $19K plus fees, MSRP is $14,995...good old CC, throwing that additional markup on everything they sell...I know, I know, it's only business.
Afternoon ride to the windward side today...Pali, H3 offramps, 13 turns, Norfolk, etc.... [Dolph]
On the way home, doing 75-80 in 5th on H3 after the tunnel, the bike started to feel a bit funny, like it didn't want to move from side to side...thought it was the wind, but it was getting worse even though I was slowing down, turned out to be a rear puncture... :o
Lousy luck, say what?...well not exactly, it was at the end of my ride, I didn't crash, it was the soon to be worn out rear tire, and SSD was there to pick me and the SF up within 35 minutes after I called them... [thumbsup]
The pick up by SSD was gratis, so ordered a new tire from them instead of from Amazon as I had been contemplating... ;D
Had a great day [evil] [thumbsdown]
Got stuck in 25 mins of stop in go traffic ...... For 25 mins
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 25, 2012, 06:39:52 PM
Afternoon ride to the windward side today...Pali, H3 offramps, 13 turns, Norfolk, etc.... [Dolph]
On the way home, doing 75-80 in 5th on H3 after the tunnel, the bike started to feel a bit funny, like it didn't want to move from side to side...thought it was the wind, but it was getting worse even though I was slowing down, turned out to be a rear puncture... :o
Lousy luck, say what?...when not exactly, it was at the end of my ride, I didn't crash, it was the soon to be worn out rear tire, and SSD was there to pick me and the SF up within 35 minutes after I called them... [thumbsup]
The pick up by SSD was gratis, so ordered a new tire from them instead of from Amazon as I had been comtemplating... ;D
I'm glad to hear things worked out...knocking on wood. [beer]
Sounds like everything worked out for you two. Good to hear that but bummer that you went through it in the first place. As for H3 I have one tip. Since getting a huge puncture up there I never, but never, ride close to the outside of either lane if I can possibly help it. If you are ever behind me there you will see that I will even come out of formation to avoid the outer edges. Just saying........... [Dolph]
Mine was on h3 2, just saying... Hmmmm... :-\
We went to Oktoberfest at the Hale Koa for a few tasty beers and delicious food! [beer]
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(http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u435/freeflydive/Misc%20Folder/chicken_hat.jpg)
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Long day...but we had a fantastic time. Started with an early AM ride w/ Brandon, enjoyed breakfast w/ Jing and Kerry, went to the airshow, watched motoGP w/ out Teresa spilling any spoilers (while Brandon slumped into a power-nap) , followed by dinner/drinks at the Hilton. I'm exhausted and slightly sun-baked!
[thumbsup]
New rear Pilot Power 2CT mounted & balanced at SSD this morning...leaving for San Diego this evening, so I won't be able to put any miles on it for a couple of weeks... :(
I hope you enjoy your time in Cali. Safe travels and we'll see you soon.
Nice ride this morning/afternoon from Pacific Beach, on the Gixxer 1K, east to various valleys and back... [Dolph]
My M900 has been running rough intermittently as of late....so I stopped by to see Rick, and diagnose the charging system... the coil's ( which are original )
turns out charging system is OK. [thumbsup]
Thanks again Rick!!
It's kinda cool seeing someone ring your bike out...especially someone you trust. ;D ;D
Quote from: 118811 on October 11, 2012, 09:26:20 PM
My M900 has been running rough intermittently as of late....so I stopped by to see Rick, and diagnose the charging system... the coil's ( which are original )
turns out charging system is OK. [thumbsup]
Thanks again Rick!!
It's kinda cool seeing someone ring your bike out...especially someone you trust. ;D ;D
You're welcome F. BTW it's the ignition system not the charging system and I think you should go for the coils. ;D
Coils get hot and fail. The wires just connect things. I'd go the whole route for sure. [thumbsup] [Dolph]
EDIT: I just had a look at the CA Cycleworks ExactFit hi power coils. Be advised that if these are exactly as pictured they WILL REQUIRE mounting modification to fit on your bike. If they are exactly as pictured they will also require electrical connection modifications as well. This is true even if Chris lists these coils as being replacement parts for the '93 to '99 Monster 900. Nevertheless I still think your problem may be with the old coils you have on the bike. Just saying..............
Picked up the clutch slave parts for the R1100S today and went to Gloria's family reunion. 500+ people there. Now to figure out whether or not to fix a bike, a car or a house tomorrow. Or drink beer and watch racing. [evil]
Checking out now until early AM tomorrow when I'll be doing a pre-dawn patrol here at SB before I head over to do laundry. [coffee]
Beer and racing sound like a winning combo. Is anyone doing the JJ ride tomorrow?
Quote from: MacDuck link=topic=946.msg11110
Or drink beer and watch racing. [evil
Racing???
GP of Korea
Actually I was referring to MotoGP at Motegi. The Korea F1 was pretty good on the last few laps that I saw. I was going around and around with Oceanic cable again last night. Lost all my HD and couldn't even get regular channel Speed but got that fixed. I hope. Haven't checked the recorder this morning.
Quote from: freeflydive on October 13, 2012, 11:05:25 PM
Beer and racing sound like a winning combo. Is anyone doing the JJ ride tomorrow?
Doubtful on the JJ ride. This is going to be a maintenance day. Got a rear flat on the Seven to fix now too. Happened only a half mile from home so it wasn't too bad. Gee, first time on a bicycle in months and flatted. Sounds about right. [roll]
Sorry to hear about the roadbike...kind of dampens the mood of the ride. Let me know if you need a hand with any after-hours maintenance work in the shop. I took this week off to look after Teresa...plus I needed a mental "brake" from the office!
Are you running clinchers or tubulars on the seven?
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 15, 2012, 03:44:37 AM
Are you running clinchers or tubulars on the seven?
Clinchers.
Quote from: freeflydive on October 15, 2012, 12:31:21 AM
Sorry to hear about the roadbike...kind of dampens the mood of the ride. Let me know if you need a hand with any after-hours maintenance work in the shop. I took this week off to look after Teresa...plus I needed a mental brake from the office!
Thanks for the thoughts. Actually the short walk along Norfolk was kind of nice. Late in the day & cool. Got to check out some different lines through some of the corners that I'll have to try. The Beemer is stuck at home with a leaky clutch. I'll have to tough it out there and won't be doing any motorcycle stuff at the shop for a few weeks at least. Got car stuff lined up ahead of bike stuff.
I haven't rode my bike since Thursday and can't remember my last JJ run...I'm jonesing for fix. I may clean my chain for a little bonding time tonight!
Returned from my to trip to San Diego and Texas today...did a little of this while in Socal...
(http://i49.tinypic.com/rc0bhi.jpg)
and was accompanied by my daughter's S.O. on his Harley!...
(http://i48.tinypic.com/ofx7kh.jpg)
Whoa......Harley is dragging pipe [laugh]
You look good on that GSXR....FP [thumbsup]
Great photos, thanks for sharing. Ready for the sunday JJ ride?! [Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on October 18, 2012, 09:36:06 PM
Great photos, thanks for sharing. Ready for the sunday JJ ride?! [Dolph]
I am!...but autocross calls...
Rode the SF today for the first time since having a new rear tire installed. Went north where the Snake was blocked off by Solo bike officers top & bottom, as well as cane road on the south end...what a bummer, the only consolation was the thumbs up I got from the two Solo bike officers blocking cane road as I rode by...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 19, 2012, 05:21:23 PM
Rode the SF today for the first time since having a new rear tire installed. Went north where the Snake was blocked off by Solo bike officers top & bottom, as well as cane road on the south end...what a bummer, the only consolation was the thumbs up I got from the two Solo bike officers blocking cane road as I rode by...
Why was Snake blocked off?
Quote from: MacDuck on October 19, 2012, 07:27:43 PM
Why was Snake blocked off?
http://www.kitv.com/news/hawaii/UPDATE-Kaukonahua-Road-re-opened-after-fatal-collision/-/8905354/17062154/-/faduu9/-/index.html (http://www.kitv.com/news/hawaii/UPDATE-Kaukonahua-Road-re-opened-after-fatal-collision/-/8905354/17062154/-/faduu9/-/index.html)
Always gotta remember what a nasty road that is. Everyone is your enemy all of the time coming & going.
Did Tantalus this morning. It was dry, clean and unobstructed by cagers...unfortunately my last three rides of note have been aboard a Gixxer 1K and I wasn't in sync enough with the SF to take advantage of the great conditions, plus I was wanting for a good lead man... :(
If anyone is stuck downtown/Waikiki tonight and stuck-trying to evacuate due to the tsunami warning...give me a call. We are in Waikiki, but on the 23 floor... 2O2 33O 1495.
Cheers,
Majdi
Dropped the SF off at SSD for the 22.5K mile service this morning...also having flow matched injectors installed.
While there I met Preston the newly trained tech who will be working on my bike...Shawn says he is the meticulous type... [thumbsup]
Per Shawn, Eddie is in Florida for training which includes race track laps on an 1199... :o
Picked up the SF today from SSD. Bike runs noticeably better with the flow matched injectors and valve adjustment, less herky-jerky at low rpms...labor was 11.5 hrs, which included a headlight bulb replacement.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 28, 2012, 05:02:48 PM
Picked up the SF today from SSD. Bike runs noticeably better with the flow matched injectors and valve adjustment, less herky-jerky at low rpms...labor was 11.5 hrs, which included a headlight bulb replacement.
How many valves needed adjustment? Openers? Closers? Where did the flow matched injectors come from?
Quote from: MacDuck on November 28, 2012, 10:02:00 PM
How many valves needed adjustment? Openers? Closers? Where did the flow matched injectors come from?
I have those figures, but I left the paper at SSD...will retrieve it tomorrow. The injectors are from Doug Lofgren, $125 plus your old ones...he also does ECU flashes.
http://www.visi.com/~moperfserv/ (http://www.visi.com/~moperfserv/)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 28, 2012, 10:11:34 PM
I have those figures, but I left the paper at SSD...will retrieve it tomorrow. The injectors are from Doug Lofgren, $25 plus your old ones...he also does ECU flashes.
http://www.visi.com/~moperfserv/ (http://www.visi.com/~moperfserv/)
Cool! Did he send you injectors and the plan is to send him your old ones?
Quote from: MacDuck on November 28, 2012, 10:45:15 PM
Cool! Did he send you injectors and the plan is to send him your old ones?
Yup...note, I corrected the cost quoted in my original response...$125 vs $25.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 28, 2012, 10:50:38 PM
Yup...note, I corrected the cost quoted in my original response...$125 vs $25.
Caught that.... [cheeky]
Quote from: MacDuck on November 28, 2012, 10:02:00 PM
How many valves needed adjustment? Openers? Closers? Where did the flow matched injectors come from?
Here's the scoop:
Five valves needed adjustment...both openers on the vertical cylinder exhaust valves were tight, with one exhaust closer loose. One intake closer on the horizonal clyinder was tight, as were both exhaust openers.
FWIW, sparkplugs looked good.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on November 29, 2012, 07:25:07 PM
Here's the scoop:
Five valves needed adjustment...both openers on the vertical cylinder exhaust valves were tight, with one exhaust closer loose. One intake closer on the horizonal clyinder was tight, as were both exhaust openers.
FWIW, sparkplugs looked good.
So all of the exhaust openers were tight. I bet getting those adjusted did more noticeable good than anything else. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on November 29, 2012, 09:17:55 PM
So all of the exhaust openers were tight. I bet getting those adjusted did more noticeable good than anything else. [thumbsup]
I'm thinking the same thing... ;D
Had a clear run at T-park & the snake today, but got caught behind a flatbed convoy hauling a big Caterpiller for the entire length of Kunia road...arrrrgh...:(
Bike seems to pull harder than before the 22.5k service and it runs better at low revs in stop n go, but maybe a bit less than previously stated...
Sometimes you really don't know what is really real or just imagined. Sometimes with money & effort spent you want to think there is a perceivable difference. I'm still going through that. The dyno says no but I say there is a slight but noticeable difference. Nothing earthshaking but still there. Or, maybe not........ but maybe yes...... yes, I think, maybe..... ;D
Nice Pali, windard, Tantalus run with my son this morning... [Dolph]
Pretty good weekend. Had a co-ordinated tow truck drop off a Monster at my house yesterday morning and just minutes later a tow truck picked up the BMW R1100S to take it to the shop. Replaced the clutch slave on the bimmer and that went pretty fast all things considered. The biggest problem there was getting it to bleed. It's BMW strange and if you ever had any kind of bimmer you know what I mean. Also took out the electric antenna motor on Gloria's car & fixed that. Got the beemer clutch bleeding done this morning and now that bike is back on the road. Yay!! I think it's been down 2 or 3 months just waiting for me to have time to tackle it.
Started work on Frederick's Monster this afternoon ........ That will be a challenge, strange electrics. I'm done working on cars/bikes for this weekend.
I cleaned windows most of the day...:(
I had the SF out for our planned but rained out ride this morning, so during a break from the aforementined window cleaning I gave it a visual once over...the top horizontal edge and top fifth or so of the radiator face have an acculumation of oily grunge, appears that horizontal cylinder cam cover may have a gasket leak...possibly a result of not so top notch work during my last valve adjustment. I'll remove the radiator guard tomorrow and take a closer look at the radiator to make sure it's not leaking.
Did they bill you for valve cover gaskets on your last service?
Quote from: MacDuck on December 30, 2012, 09:17:51 PM
Did they bill you for valve cover gaskets on your last service?
Yup...one of the first things I checked on the bill after I recovered from the shock of the 11.5 hr labor charge...
Removed the radiator protector and degrunged the radiator on the SF this morning...the grunge was definitely oil & dirt and not coolant, so no radiator leak. It appears as though the cam cover may be leaking at the corner where the bottom of the belt cover meets the engine...almost looks as if the leak may be from the bottom side of the belt cover, but that definitely shouldn't be, so it's probably migrating from the valve cover. Or maybe it's just a leftover mess from my last service...
It's the new open-bath belt system they've been experimenting with. :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on December 31, 2012, 02:13:02 PM
It's the new open-bath belt system they've been experimenting with. :D
[laugh]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on December 31, 2012, 01:53:06 PM
Removed the radiator protector and degrunged the radiator on the SF this morning...the grunge was definitely oil & dirt and not coolant, so no radiator leak. It appears as though the cam cover may be leaking at the corner where the bottom of the belt cover meets the engine...almost looks as if the leak may be from the bottom side of the belt cover, but that definitely shouldn't be, so it's probably migrating from the valve cover. Or maybe it's just a leftover mess from my last service...
Good thing it's not coolant. Apart from that my lips are sealed. ;D
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Did everyone make it? Last night was the most low key New Years celebration around our house in history. I guess the big party for the Mayan end of the world was enough. [laugh]
Happy New Year to you!.
Safe, sane and quiet at our place, befitting the old folks that we have become...
Happy new year guys. My night was incredibly uneventful, mostly due to having the flu. I was awake to see midnight roll around, but wasn't venturing all that far from the sofa in front of the fireplace...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 01, 2013, 10:54:25 AM
Happy new year guys. My night was incredibly uneventful, mostly due to having the flu. I was awake to see midnight roll around, but wasn't venturing all that far from the sofa in front of the fireplace...
Bummer...hope you recover with great rapidity... ;D
Happy New Year everyone!
Happy new year to you all! I slept 1st 18 hours of the year with my cold. Hope it's a good sign that I will get to sleep alot on 2013, not the cold part.
Took the SF to SSD to have the Marchesinis mounted up...bike feels more nimble and seems to accelerate/brake a bit better... [evil] What's really amazing to me though, is how much lighter they make the bike look... [thumbsup]
(http://i50.tinypic.com/30mbyc8.jpg)
(http://i45.tinypic.com/nn03tf.jpg)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 11, 2013, 06:32:26 PM
Took the SF to SSD to have the Marchesinis mounted up...bike feels more nimble and seems to accelerate/brake a bit better... [evil] What's really amazing to me though, is how much lighter they make the bike look... [thumbsup]
(http://i50.tinypic.com/30mbyc8.jpg)
(http://i45.tinypic.com/nn03tf.jpg)
We all know looks are at least 90%. [laugh]
Seriously nice looking set up!
Thanks... ;D
Went down to SS today and ordered a cam belt adjustment tool. Not bad. Then bought an O ring seal for the fuel pump to install on the new gas tank when it comes in. I like the preventative maintenance idea thing. New rubber seal around a fuel pump that sits right above a hot vertical cylinder and exhaust sounds good to me. $75.00 for a simple O ring seal does not! Bought it anyway just cause. Damn seal costs more than the special tool. There's something just not right about that. Makes me start rethinking the Ducati thing again. Seal costs the same as one cam belt. I guess they are both critical parts. I don't mind the belt cost that much but a seal? Dang!
Quote from: MacDuck on January 12, 2013, 08:19:06 PM
Went down to SS today and ordered a cam belt adjustment tool. Not bad. Then bought an O ring seal for the fuel pump to install on the new gas tank when it comes in. I like the preventative maintenance idea thing. New rubber seal around a fuel pump that sits right above a hot vertical cylinder and exhaust sounds good to me. $75.00 for a simple O ring seal does not! Bought it anyway just cause. Damn seal costs more than the special tool. There's something just not right about that. Makes me start rethinking the Ducati thing again. Seal costs the same as one cam belt. I guess they are both critical parts. I don't mind the belt cost that much but a seal? Dang!
Why don't you purchase from another vendor or sponsor? Just asking
Put the SC up for sale.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2013, 09:20:22 AM
Put the SC up for sale.
so you would only keep the ktm?
Not sure. It might go on the block as well.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2013, 09:34:00 AM
Not sure. It might go on the block as well.
What does the future hold?... [evil]
Don't know honestly. Thinking about taking a break from bikes for a while...
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 13, 2013, 10:06:29 AM
Thinking about taking a break from bikes for a while...
[popcorn]
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on January 13, 2013, 05:50:07 AM
Why don't you purchase from another vendor or sponsor? Just asking
For some parts and accessories I do, depending on price and availability. The bulk of that seal price is set by Ducati and our local dealer adds their markup. I don't have a problem with that. They help me out a lot with different things so I always try to give them business when I can.
Quote from: MacDuck on January 13, 2013, 10:44:34 AM
For some parts and accessories I do, depending on price and availability. The bulk of that seal price is set by Ducati and our local dealer adds their markup. I don't have a problem with that. They help me out a lot with different things so I always try to give them business when I can.
OK . . I do have a few US dealers I usually purchase stuff from, but, most, is from our sponsors . . .
Sold the original wheels off my SF to David S. today. Thanks Rick for setting up the deal... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 14, 2013, 08:54:14 PM
Sold the original wheels off my SF to David S. today. Thanks Rick for setting up the deal... [thumbsup]
Very happy to see it work out for both of you doncha know.
Been out sick for about a week... :-\ Hopefully I feel better so I can go riding later on this week. I hope everyone is healthy and well. Be careful as there are two things spreading fast right now: the flu, and the norovirus; luckily I have neither.
Attended an all day Evo driving school at the stadium...made about 20 autocross runs overall... ;D
Too much to type in using a kindle fire. Let's say I know more about Ducati engines, in a good way.
Dropped off the bike for maint...just hit 6k miles. I was too lazy to brave afternoon traffic, so I'll pick her up in the morning.
Quote from: freeflydive on January 25, 2013, 08:47:39 PM
Dropped off the bike for maint...just hit 6k miles. I was too lazy to brave afternoon traffic, so I'll pick her up in the morning.
It's a BMW, don't you have hydraulic lifters and lifetime fill on the engine/transmission oil?... ;)
I'll be down there in the morning picking up a belt tensioning tool, etc.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 25, 2013, 09:19:26 PM
It's a BMW, don't you have hydraulic lifters and lifetime fill on the engine/transmission oil?... ;)
[evil] I picked her up yesterday afternoon. Having a prepaid maint. package makes the pick up easier on the mind (yes, it's a mind game)...the bike even felt like it rode w/ a bit more pep (possibly another mind trick)!
There was an 1199 Tricolore in the showroom that I drooled over (not too much, just a bit).
Found out today that rebuilding the 1098 engine is fiscal madness. Stupid. >:( :( I've done some fiscally dumb things in my time but I'm trying to stay away from the stupid ones now. Dang!
?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 30, 2013, 06:41:15 AM
?
I figure $5K. Not counting all the small, small stuff.
Quote from: MacDuck on January 30, 2013, 08:40:51 AM
I figure $5K. Not counting all the small, small stuff.
I can believe that...
On the way to drop off Teresa at the airport for her move back to Washington DC (ahead of our summer relocation). She returns in May to help pack out our home, but time is already dragging by! I ran across this photo which gave us a bit of comic relief.
(http://www.damnlol.com/i/c99e6d894cdc47629e0f542db470a107.jpg)
Quote from: freeflydive on January 31, 2013, 08:51:36 PM
On the way to drop off Teresa at the airport for her move back to Washington DC (ahead of our summer relocation). She returns in May to help pack out our home, but time is already dragging by! I ran across this photo which gave us a bit of comic relief.
(http://www.damnlol.com/i/c99e6d894cdc47629e0f542db470a107.jpg)
[roll] [thumbsup]
That luggage should have some heavy duty bearings [evil]
Quote from: Spy+ on February 01, 2013, 06:13:04 PM
That luggage should have some heavy duty bearings [evil]
I was thinking ceramic. [popcorn]
I tried to clean the oil leak over the crank case area by spraying break cleaner during the last weekend. I may have sprayed too much, the silver costing outside of the engine started to peel off. ???
Maybe degreaser would have been better?
Quote from: sta on February 06, 2013, 02:56:38 PM
I tried to clean the oil leak over the crank case area by spraying break cleaner during the last weekend. I may have sprayed too much, the silver coating outside of the engine started to peel off. ???
Maybe degreaser would have been better?
You mean paint?
I have two engines that I'll be cleaning this weekend and I'll be using brake cleaner spray. Guess we'll see how it goes but I haven't ever had problems before, but then I have worked on small areas with water & air behind me.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 06, 2013, 04:08:29 PM
You mean paint?
Could be, not on plastic parts, but the engine block. I wii take a pic n attach later.
Since it was raining today I went down to the shop. Took the aluminum swing arm off the old Monster engine & cleaned it up. Drained the oil. Cleaned the engine with a couple three cans of brake cleaner ( Thanks Frederick, snark, snark [laugh] ) -- took off the clutch slave & clutch hub / basket. I'll bust it completely down next weekend.
Whatcha talkin about Willis,
That thing was spotless
[roll]
:o
Took the SF in to SSD this morning for that starting issue that I've been having, bad rectifier/regulator...to be replaced under my Ever Red extended warranty...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 13, 2013, 02:05:09 PM
Took the SF in to SSD this morning for that starting issue that I've been having, bad rectifier/regulator...to be replaced under my Forever Red extended warranty...
How long do you think that fix will take?
Quote from: MacDuck on February 13, 2013, 07:28:07 PM
How long do you think that fix will take?
Well, they called me around noon but I don't know exactly when Eddie finished the job...will find out tomorrow...
On a side note, Ever Red stated that my 36 month warranty expired in June of last year. For some unknown reason their system shows the effective date of the warranty as 6/24/09, the day I purchased the bike, instead of the date the factory warranty ran out...Aaron the finance guy is working to resolve the issue.
Quote from: MacDuck on February 13, 2013, 07:28:07 PM
How long do you think that fix will take?
The charge was 1.5 hrs, plus $179 for the R/R, plus tax...cost me the $50 deducable under the warranty.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 13, 2013, 08:57:27 PM
On a side note, Ever Red stated that my 36 month warranty expired in June of last year. For some unknown reason their system shows the effective date of the warranty as 6/24/09, the day I purchased the bike, instead of the date the factory warranty ran out...Aaron the finance guy is working to resolve the issue.
Learned today that the Ever Red warranty starts the day that the new vehicle is purchased and runs concurrently with the manufactuer's warranty. Thus if you have a 36 month warranty, as in my case, you only get 12 months of coverage after the factory warranty expires...so my coverage was indeed expired as of last June.
SSD erred when they offered me the warranty as 36 months on top of the 24 month factory warranty.
Props to SSD however, as today's repair has been covered and they are paying Ever Red to extend my coverage out to June of 2014... [thumbsup]
http://nedoc.org/forums/index.php?topic=2816.0 (http://nedoc.org/forums/index.php?topic=2816.0)
Good for you, FP!!
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 13, 2013, 08:57:27 PM
Well, they called me around noon but I don't know exactly when Eddie finished the job...will find out tomorrow...
On a side note, Ever Red stated that my 36 month warranty expired in June of last year. For some unknown reason their system shows the effective date of the warranty as 6/24/09, the day I purchased the bike, instead of the date the factory warranty ran out...Aaron the finance guy is working to resolve the issue.
It's good that they stepped up and helped you out. What you ran into was a common problem with salesmen and extended warranties. They don't read and don't understand the fine print. [roll] Happens all the time. [roll] EverRed sold three different time plans. The 36 month, the 48 month and the 60 month plans. All starting from the in service date. You bought a 36 month thinking, or led to believe, that it would be 36 months ( 3 years ) from when you bought it instead of from the in service date. You have to read the contract front page closely. I do that as part of my job. What you needed was the 60 month plan. :o Salesmen are stupid and/or they lie. I have seen huge problems with that and have had to go to court on the service dept. side of things when coverage was denied. Bad news for everyone.
And double good if they can get the extension for you. As I understand it Ducati no longer offers the EverRed warranty. Actually they just front it and it is really underwritten by another extended warranty company. Heritage Warranty I believe. But everyone gets their skim you know. They might also have to go with Western Warranty and/or you might be able to purchase an even longer time/mileage extension on your own from Western. You should look into that. [popcorn]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 14, 2013, 11:28:02 PM
you might be able to purchase an even longer time/mileage extension on your own from Western. You should look into that. [popcorn]
Good idea...either that or another bike when the current warranty expires... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 14, 2013, 11:38:12 PM
Good idea...either that or another bike when the current warranty expires... ;D
A possibility for sure but you & I both know that with the high mileages on our bikes that we'll have to ride them into the ground or give them away cheap. :P I still ponder selling mine sometimes but it's a hell of a gap to the next one I'd like. Or not, if I found a good used, low mileage Streetfighter. [popcorn]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 15, 2013, 08:37:15 AM
Or not, if I found a good used, low mileage Streetfighter. [popcorn]
I know of a good used one, but it's not low mileage... ;)
Quite a few on the mainland, but buying one there and bringing it over would be a pain.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 15, 2013, 09:48:12 AM
buying one there and bringing it over would be a pain.
Not really.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 15, 2013, 03:04:00 PM
Not really.
Oh, I forgot about our mainland connection... ;D
More referring to the fact that it's not all that difficult to get a bike from the mainland and ship it down there. Hell, I did just that with the two bikes that I currently own.
I was referring more to the finding the bike, getting someone to check it out, arranging the paperwork, aspect of the deal...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 15, 2013, 05:50:32 PM
I was referring more to the finding the bike, getting someone to check it out, arranging the paperwork, aspect of the deal...
It's not all that hard if you look the right way. Depends on what you're looking for too.
Lowered the asking price on the SC by a grand and the offers came out of the woodwork.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 19, 2013, 04:00:27 PM
Lowered the asking price on the SC by a grand and the offers came out of the woodwork.
Vultures are always circling... ;)
Dude offered $12.5K cash.
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 19, 2013, 07:38:57 PM
Dude offered $12.5K cash.
Sounds pretty good to me, did you take it?... [popcorn]
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 19, 2013, 07:38:57 PM
Dude offered $12.5K cash.
Tempting for sure. Are those BST's only for that bike? I know the rear was but we had some issues with the front. I can't remember if that was because they thought other versions would work but only one version for that bike? Anyway, if you're serious about offing it that might be an offer to consider. Then you could always do extra work and put it back close to what it was when you bought it and part out the rest. Naaah. ;D
BTW Gene....... how's the progress on the continuing no start prob?
Quote from: MacDuck on February 19, 2013, 10:13:17 PM
BTW Gene....... how's the progress on the continuing no start prob?
Only failed to start on the first stab that one time leaving JJ on Sunday, started up fine at the Aloha station and again after Jing and I ate lunch...haven't ridden since then...
Still waiting for the regulator/rectifier to come in for the 675... Under recall with Triumph.
Everyday I have been starting her up...but I was under the impression that the RR could fail and do more expensive damage...so I refrained from riding her. But since MD explained that further damage was very unlikely....I took her for a spirited ride ...terrorizing the Kahala - Diamond Head neighborhood today...didn't want to get to far from home.
Riding the 675 is exhilarating, when you scream her to 10K.....WOW!
Maybe it's a riding a 9 year newer bike, fuel injected ...And a sport bike too boot.....yeah I do miss the dry clutch chatter.......
But do like where I am going & what I am on.
Quote from: 118811 on February 22, 2013, 12:10:09 AM
But do like where I am going & what I am on.
That's what's important... [evil] [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on February 22, 2013, 12:10:09 AM
Still waiting for the regulator/rectifier to come in for the 675... Under recall with Triumph.
Everyday I have been starting her up...but I was under the impression that the RR could fail and do more expensive damage...so I refrained from riding her. But since MD explained that further damage was very unlikely....I took her for a spirited ride ...terrorizing the Kahala - Diamond Head neighborhood today...didn't want to get to far from home.
Riding the 675 is exhilarating, when you scream her to 10K.....WOW!
Maybe it's a riding a 9 year newer bike, fuel injected ...And a sport bike too boot.....yeah I do miss the dry clutch chatter.......
But do like where I am going & what I am on.
[thumbsup]
10K? You're just starting to hit the power band........ isn't there something like another 3K to go?
[evil] [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on February 22, 2013, 08:46:19 AM
[thumbsup]
10K? You're just starting to hit the power band........ isn't there something like another 3K to go?
[evil] [evil]
Yeah, I kind of ran out of road..... [evil]
I have to admit riding the 675 compared to the Monster...two very different vehicles!!
You have to commit much more when on the 675, I am giving her much respect .
As some wise man said..."boy..It's about your will, skill & thrill level...everything else is just fluff". [wine]
Quote from: 118811 on February 22, 2013, 10:07:44 AM
As some wise man said..."boy..It's about your will, skill & thrill level...everything else is just fluff". [wine]
Who said that rubbish?
What pipe do you have on the 675? You haven't heard one of those motors sing until you've heard the triple thunder.
Dyno: 09 Daytona 675 with GPR Triple Thunder Exhaust (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpa_icvlqq0#)
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 22, 2013, 01:47:03 PM
Who said that rubbish?
What pipe do you have on the 675? You haven't heard one of those motors sing until you've heard the triple thunder.
Dyno: 09 Daytona 675 with GPR Triple Thunder Exhaust (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpa_icvlqq0#)
Hi Ben
Stock pipe right now....but I am looking at a TOR setup all CF on ebay.
What did you run?
I just had the TOR slip on, as I was able to talk South Seas into throwing it into the deal. I wanted the GPR in the video, but the price tag and the multi-month wait turned me away. The bike in the video belongs to a friend of mine up here, and you really have to hear that exhaust in person to appreciate it. LOUD AS HELL!!!! But it sounds a lot like a GP bike, and provides quite a rush when you give it the beans. One time when I was on that bike, a group of cyclists ahead of us decided to go three abreast as soon as they heard us coming up behind them. Kind of pissed me off, so I down shifted and buzzed the guy furthest to the left (think inches off of his bars here) with the motor just under the rev-limiter. The guys behind me got a big chuckle when the three guys on push-bikes basically tumbled into each other trying to get away from that angry swarm of bees.
B
That's just plain nasty... [evil]
Did you have any complaints with the TOR?
I really don't want to go "ungodly loud" as MD used to describe my Monster exhaust... 8)
Quote from: 118811 on February 22, 2013, 02:13:32 PM
B
That's just plain nasty... [evil]
They brought it upon themselves. There's no way they didn't hear us coming, and they made the decision to take up more than 2/3rds of the road just as we were coming up to pass.
Quote from: 118811 on February 22, 2013, 02:13:32 PM
Did you have any complaints with the TOR?
I really don't want to go "ungodly loud" as MD used to describe my Monster exhaust... 8)
No, not really, but the thing was still pretty damn heavy. If I had it to do over again I'd probably go with either a Jardine or 2Bros (if looking to spend small money) or drop the dime on the Arrow of Akrapovic (if looking to spend bigger money). LeoVince also makes a full system for the earlier Daytonas that sounds pretty damned good.
Cleaned the SF this afternoon in anticipation of Sunday's JJ ride... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 22, 2013, 07:12:11 PM
Cleaned the SF this afternoon in anticipation of Sunday's JJ ride... ;D
Looks like weather may cooperate....clearing Sat eve!
Quote from: 118811 on February 22, 2013, 07:47:02 PM
Looks like weather may cooperate....clearing Sat eve!
That's the best news I've heard all week!
Took the 675 to SS Waipahu for the recall regulator - rectifier recall
Done under warranty. [thumbsup]
I wanted to have the CEL taken off but tech said the motor driving the EXUP keeps tripping the ECU, he did say that it's just a EPA noise issue, nothing to worry about
Got to work with time to spare & proceeded to break my key off in the seat release!!!
Luckily I have a spare at home & a colleague will bring me back to pick up the bike.
I think I need to lube the cable & catch mech.!!
BTW .... Looked at that beautiful red 1198 SP with the aluminum tank
Very nice!!!
Almost a couple of months ago I got the last ride on this:
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1154-2_zpsadb43d52.jpg)
Kind of fitting and ironic in a way as I brought that bike into the Islands and it was a catalyst in finding this board.
If any of you were following Frederick's part out thread in Parts for Sale you know a lot of the background story.
Then a few weeks later I wound up with this:
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1155-1_zps376b2630.jpg)
Last weekend it morphed into this:
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1170_zps6d407877.jpg)
The left side of the engine has been completely stripped down to just shafts sticking out of a case. On the side that you are viewing there only remains that pesky gear that seems to be fused to the end of the crankshaft. The copper piece that you see on the end of the crank are mashed pennies where I've been working with a gear puller. It's flippin' on there. I've tried heat and hammer rapping on the puller and still no go. I'm going to nuke it this weekend and will split the cases to get to the gearbox. ;D
This is what one side of the shifting drum looks like. When you push the shift lever with your left foot and feel it click into gear that is the spring loaded arm in the picture rolling into one of the scalloped recesses. Neutral is that flattened point where the roller comes to rest.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1166_zps8ab5990f.jpg)
Not to get emotional ....but, that was a cool bike. [thumbsup]
She will be missed
My current girl....got a new tail cowl.
Tried to take a Tantalus run but traffic at 3:45 wasn't cooperating...
So I terrorized Diamond Head, again!
(http://i575.photobucket.com/albums/ss192/118811/image_zpse045e595.jpg)
(http://i575.photobucket.com/albums/ss192/118811/image_zps1c8ee8be.jpg)
Quote from: 118811 on February 27, 2013, 10:36:27 PM
Not to get emotional ....but, that was a cool bike. [thumbsup]
She will be missed
You bet.
Installed Gilles Tooling levers from Shift-Tech this morning...
(http://i49.tinypic.com/15rnq7p.jpg)
(http://i48.tinypic.com/i1i8hi.jpg)
Those are sweet FP!
I want new levers for the 675
Definitely sweet! The screen looks cool too.
Prepped the Matrix for her 06:00 run down the snake tomorrow morning. Gotta be careful early in the morning bcause there's a bakery at the bottom...with donuts. [leo]
Still a bit lean that one.
Got the new tank all Caswell coated. I think 6 days curing time will be long enough for installation next Sat. There's still some minor cosmetics to look after and an oil change is due too. Weekend after next I reckon. Now I should go out & heat gun that carbon tank protector off the old tank.
Bought this for the 675...
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=271166376547 (http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=271166376547)
[thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on March 04, 2013, 09:54:50 PM
Bought this for the 675...
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=271166376547 (http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=271166376547)
[thumbsup]
That dB killer is going to have to go. [laugh]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 04, 2013, 10:25:00 PM
That dB killer is going to have to go. [laugh]
We will have to see.....
You know me; I don't like loud exhausts. [roll]
[evil]
Got the carbon buckle guard tank protector off the old tank. That was easy. Getting the glue off the tank is something else. [bang]
Also helped my upstairs neighbor set the new springs on the garage door. Door work good now. Bikes have freedom. [Dolph]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 04, 2013, 10:25:00 PM
That dB killer is going to have to go. [laugh]
Quote from: 118811 on March 04, 2013, 10:44:08 PM
We will have to see.....
You know me; I don't like loud exhausts. [roll]
[evil]
There is no see, only do.
Had to tow my monster to ssd today, fuel pump died while commuting to work this morning. Will wait for ssd's call tmrw for the true damage report. :-(. Was just taking with FP on Sunday that my monster has been good... Sigh....
Best of luck ....on the report [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on March 05, 2013, 10:44:45 PM
Had to tow my monster to ssd today, fuel pump died while commuting to work this morning. Will wait for ssd's call tmrw for the true damage report. :-(. Was just taking with FP on Sunday that my monster has been good... Sigh....
There's an SFS and an 848SF on the showroom floor just begging to be purchased...
Or a nicely modded Sport1000 for sale over this way. ;-)
Your troubles might not be too severe. Some of these bikes (2006 seems to be the worst year for it) had the fuel line inside the tank separate from the pump inside of the tank. It's a pain to fix, but only takes a little while to do once you get the tank off.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2013, 12:53:39 AM
Or a nicely modded Sport1000 for sale over this way. ;-)
Do it Sta!...you were just telling me the other day about how much you liked Ben's bike... [evil]
You heard the man; respect your elders.
DO IT!!
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2013, 12:53:39 AM
Or a nicely modded Sport1000 for sale over this way. ;-)
Your troubles might not be too severe. Some of these bikes (2006 seems to be the worst year for it) had the fuel line inside the tank separate from the pump inside of the tank. It's a pain to fix, but only takes a little while to do once you get the tank off.
A little bump in the road and you guys have JIng on a new bike already! [laugh] Ben's right & I mentioned this in a phone call that the fuel hose to the pump is the most common culprit. It takes a specially made fuel hose to live inside that gas tank too. It is not the same hose that's on the outside. Ask me how I know. [roll] That said, if it is the pump I have a good used one for sale just sitting in a box in the back room.
But..... If you're liking the SC you won't find a nicer one than what Ben is selling. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 06, 2013, 08:40:05 AM
But..... If you're liking the SC you won't find a nicer one than what Ben is selling. [thumbsup]
It makes all the right noises too. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2013, 07:44:44 AM
You heard the man; respect your elders.
DO IT!!
DO IT, DO IT, DO IT !!! [evil]
SCs are nice... do it. ;D
Quote from: rz3r0 on March 06, 2013, 03:27:20 PM
SCs are nice... do it. ;D
Especially this one.
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/photo-7.jpg)
PLAYED "SPEED RACER" up around Tantalus.
First run on the Daytona up there....sure was fun!!!
Bike definately has way more ability than me.... [roll]
(http://i575.photobucket.com/albums/ss192/118811/image_zps05c80a4c.jpg)
Quote from: MacDuck on March 06, 2013, 08:40:05 AM
A little bump in the road and you guys have JIng on a new bike already! [laugh] Ben's right & I mentioned this in a phone call that the fuel hose to the pump is the most common culprit. It takes a specially made fuel hose to live inside that gas tank too. It is not the same hose that's on the outside. Ask me how I know. [roll] That said, if it is the pump I have a good used one for sale just sitting in a box in the back room.
But..... If you're liking the SC you won't find a nicer one than what Ben is selling. [thumbsup]
All of you plus the picture are not making things easier to me. 1st thing first, fix the monster. MD, I will buy the pump from you. SSD called me today and it was the pump, quote "power and ground are good, but there is nothing at the pump. New pump $1200, labor $175."
Even with me selling my monster, it is probably still at half way mark on Ben's SC. I really do not think I can afford it.
Jesus!! $1200 for a fuel pump?
You'd be better off with my bike.
:D
It seems to be a common thing after a few years, http://www.ducatimonster.org/forums/general-monster-forum/196149-bad-fuel-pump-wiring-06-s2r-1000-a.html (http://www.ducatimonster.org/forums/general-monster-forum/196149-bad-fuel-pump-wiring-06-s2r-1000-a.html)
I will call SSD tomorrow to see if they can/willing to install a used part.
It's not hard to instal. I'm sure Rick would be happy to assist/instruct for a six pack of Rasputin Imperial Stout.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2013, 05:46:36 PM
It's not hard to instal. I'm sure Rick would be happy to assist/instruct for a six pack of Rasputin Imperial Stout.
I know it's not hard and I am all willing to buy beer and learn a few tricks from MD. The problem is to get it back from SSD. With another tow, it's $100, maybe easier let them do it and save the trouble of tow then install.
Quote from: sta on March 06, 2013, 06:40:00 PM
I know it's not hard and I am all willing to buy beer and learn a few tricks from MD. The problem is to get it back from SSD. With another tow, it's $100, maybe easier let them do it and save the trouble of tow then install.
Sta,
You gotta add towing, on your insurance policy.
I had the Monster towed 4 times....in the last 4 months that I owned it!!!
My annual premium with Progressive was $104..... ;D
Quote from: sta on March 06, 2013, 05:18:20 PM
All of you plus the picture are not making things easier to me. 1st thing first, fix the monster. MD, I will buy the pump from you. SSD called me today and it was the pump, quote "power and ground are good, but there is nothing at the pump. New pump $1200, labor $175."
Even with me selling my monster, it is probably still at half way mark on Ben's SC. I really do not think I can afford it.
Just for grins do you have a part number? I believe they are all the same for the injected monsters but could be wrong. Dunno. My fuel pump is out of a metal tank version. I'll check as far as I can on my part.
How many miles on your bike?
As much as I'd like to say get it out of the dealer my own time is extremely limited these days. By this coming weekend I will have been at the shop 21 straight days. :P
I'm getting stir crazy.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2013, 05:46:36 PM
It's not hard to instal. I'm sure Rick would be happy to assist/instruct for a six pack of Rasputin Imperial Stout.
Rasputin only comes in 4 packs or by the CASE. Go figure what I'd be happier with. [drink]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 06, 2013, 05:24:32 PM
Jesus!! $1200 for a fuel pump?
As much as I love my bike, that's why it's gonna be hard to own it without a warranty...
Quote from: MacDuck on March 06, 2013, 08:07:51 PM
Just for grins do you have a part number? I believe they are all the same for the injected monsters but could be wrong. Dunno. My fuel pump is out of a metal tank version. I'll check as far as I can on my part.
I've been doing homework. The part number for your fuel pump is 160.2.135.1A and is completely different from the pump I have. Your pump fits 2004 to 2008 Monsters and is very pricey. There are some on eBay for $600. If there was time enough we could it all apart & see if the actual pump part could be separated from the "flange" as they call it. I'll be right up front about it and tell you that such a project could be a time consuming, frustrating downward spiral into a big headache, or not. I haven't been there as the pump on the first generation injected bikes is different as I said before.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 06, 2013, 08:09:14 PM
Rasputin only comes in 4 packs or by the CASE. Go figure what I'd be happier with. [drink]
Lush.
:D
How about this one?
http://ca-cycleworks.com/products/fuel-carbs/fp-duc (http://ca-cycleworks.com/products/fuel-carbs/fp-duc)
it says it fits s2r1000
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 07, 2013, 04:04:30 AM
How about this one?
http://ca-cycleworks.com/products/fuel-carbs/fp-duc (http://ca-cycleworks.com/products/fuel-carbs/fp-duc)
it says it fits s2r1000
It probably does work but it's not a simple plug & play. The "flange" fuel pump of course has to come out of the tank and then be disassembled to install that part. This is where I was alluding to the dark, downward spiral potential. It would be replacing a part of a larger assembly and who knows what the actual integrity of the larger assembly is. In English that means something might break doing this and you would be right back to square one. I don't know if South Seas would do that and certainly not for the $175 labor that was quoted. Now in the midst of all of this it would still be highly recommended to replace the hoses and the O ring seal for the whole assembly.
I would chance it for the amount of money that SSD is asking and it would/could be done at Jing's place or he could just bring the tank to me. Another thought here, was the filter changed during that recent big service? is the fuel pump actually physically not running or just not putting out any pressure? If the diagnosis says no pressure but not sure of actual running even with good power and ground then it is still possible fuel hose problem. Even more possible hose problem if the filter was replaced but still using old fuel hoses inside the tank. A whole parts catalog is easily downloaded from Ducati.com under the service and maintenance section. I downloaded one last night to look at all of this. Jing -- PM or call me.
Thank you everyone! I found this on ebay and I bought it. (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=151004895876 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=151004895876)) This should give me the opportunity to get my bike out of SSD quicker. Also I plan to work with MD (if I may and MD is available) to troubleshoot the broken one and maybe fix it if possible. Either keep it for future needs or there is always ebay for the other s2r1k owner.
Great!, hope it works for you..I've had dealings with Houston Superbikes and they appear to be straight shooters...
Yes, good luck Sta!!
Me did my 2012 Taxes.... [thumbsdown]
Quote from: sta on March 07, 2013, 12:20:07 PM
Thank you everyone! I found this on ebay and I bought it. (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=151004895876 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=151004895876)) This should give me the opportunity to get my bike out of SSD quicker. Also I plan to work with MD (if I may and MD is available) to troubleshoot the broken one and maybe fix it if possible. Either keep it for future needs or there is always ebay for the other s2r1k owner.
Just a recommendation here. I noticed a bit of corrosion around the base in one picture. I would suggest getting a new O ring seal for the base! It is the only thing keeping gas from leaking out of the bottom of the tank.
No problem checking the old pump assembly.
Quote from: 118811 on March 06, 2013, 04:17:07 PM
PLAYED "SPEED RACER" up around Tantalus.
First run on the Daytona up there....sure was fun!!!
Bike definately has way more ability than me.... [roll]
(http://i575.photobucket.com/albums/ss192/118811/image_zps05c80a4c.jpg)
Did you notice how quickly it takes off downhill? Also everything happens a bit quicker. You just have to watch out a bit as things can get out of hand a little easier up there with that bike. The flip side is that it can handle the road easier too. Depends on the pilot. I've run away from Daytonas up there on the BMW but I had a big advantage over those guys. [evil] [roll] [evil]
Yeah, but whose Daytona was it? ;D
MD Quote:
Did you notice how quickly it takes off downhill? Also everything happens a bit quicker. You just have to watch out a bit as things can get out of hand a little easier up there with that bike. The flip side is that it can handle the road easier too. Depends on the pilot. I've run away from Daytonas up there on the BMW but I had a big advantage over those guys.
Yes, I did notice how the 675 wants to fly downhill....couple that with much less engine braking &....shit starts happening fast!!!
Still very new to this bike & I would never consider myself a fast rider to begin with: so I am giving the Daytona a lot of respect. 8)
Have you done anything to get the suspension set up for you yer?
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 07, 2013, 03:38:34 PM
Have you done anything to get the suspension set up for you yer?
No nothing
I want MD to ride it give his thoughts...we are about the same weight & I liked how the Monster was set up
MD ????
Quote from: MacDuck on March 07, 2013, 02:26:15 PM
Just a recommendation here. I noticed a bit of corrosion around the base in one picture. I would suggest getting a new O ring seal for the base! It is the only thing keeping gas from leaking out of the bottom of the tank.
No problem checking the old pump assembly.
Thanks MD. I will email them and see if they have a new o-ring to shop together. Also I saw the below from them, is this the same as the one you have?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUCATI-MONSTER-620-695-S2R-800-1000-S4R-METAL-FUEL-GAS-PETRAL-TANK-/181068283679?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222001%26algo%3DSIC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D11%26meid%3D6088711983569945124%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D151004895876%26 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUCATI-MONSTER-620-695-S2R-800-1000-S4R-METAL-FUEL-GAS-PETRAL-TANK-/181068283679?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222001%26algo%3DSIC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D11%26meid%3D6088711983569945124%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D151004895876%26)
Quote from: sta on March 07, 2013, 07:12:10 PM
Thanks MD. I will email them and see if they have a new o-ring to shop together. Also I saw the below from them, is this the same as the one you have?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUCATI-MONSTER-620-695-S2R-800-1000-S4R-METAL-FUEL-GAS-PETRAL-TANK-/181068283679?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222001%26algo%3DSIC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D11%26meid%3D6088711983569945124%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D151004895876%26 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUCATI-MONSTER-620-695-S2R-800-1000-S4R-METAL-FUEL-GAS-PETRAL-TANK-/181068283679?_trksid=p2047675.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222001%26algo%3DSIC.CURRENT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D11%26meid%3D6088711983569945124%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D151004895876%26)
It is but the one I have is perfect. No dents, no dings, no scratches. Perfect. But it won't fit your bike without lots of work, and I mean lots.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 07, 2013, 03:00:42 PM
Yeah, but whose Daytona was it? ;D
A couple of newbies. New to the bikes and new to the hill. [laugh] [laugh] Like I said, they had no idea & I had every advantage. All they knew was that some old guy on a touring sport bike ran away from them 3 different times. [evil] [evil]
Quote from: 118811 on March 07, 2013, 04:38:12 PM
No nothing
I want MD to ride it give his thoughts...we are about the same weight & I liked how the Monster was set up
MD ????
None of my bikes were set up in a day. You better be careful about what you wish for. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on March 07, 2013, 10:26:08 PM
None of my bikes were set up in a day. You better be careful about what you wish for. ;D
No problem....take your time.
I will enjoy all the time you need on a Italian mistress with a new red bodice [thumbsup]
[evil] [roll] [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 07, 2013, 10:23:32 PM
A couple of newbies. New to the bikes and new to the hill. [laugh] [laugh] Like I said, they had no idea & I had every advantage. All they knew was that some old guy on a touring sport bike ran away from them 3 different times. [evil] [evil]
That's right, I remember you talking about that. One guy on an R and one on a standard, right?
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2013, 03:46:16 AM
That's right, I remember you talking about that. One guy on an R and one on a standard, right?
Das right.
Quote from: 118811 on March 07, 2013, 10:48:45 PM
No problem....take your time.
I will enjoy all the time you need on a Italian mistress with a new red bodice [thumbsup]
[evil] [roll] [evil]
You misunderstand a bit. I may ride it briefly once or twice but it has to be set to your style of riding. That means you will get to experience different settings and see what works best for you. The Monster was a bit limited. It had more adjustments than most Monsters but a sportbike is different still and there are tradeoffs. I might set something up that I like but if you don't have the same style of riding then you might not like the settings. Not that we ride like the big boys but they talk all the time about how differently the bikes are set up. Lorenzo M1 not set like Spies M1 and both riders will talk about how they can't ride the other guys bike.
Speaking of which I have to go look for FP's Streetfighter settings.
MD....yeah, I understand.
I was just joshing with you a little!!! [laugh]
The 675 actually feels pretty good to me, actually.
But...if we get a ride in together and switchoff...it would be interesting to see how your bike feels to me. I know I am not nearly as fast as you but I might have an idea where I might like to adjust my set up.
Most important thing to do is get the bike sprung/dialed in for you. From there, get the rebound damping set up so it comes back to "full" extension and settles, I.e. no pogoing. Compression damping is a bit more subjective, and a matter of personal preference than the other adjustments. Do a search for some of Dave Moss' tuning videos on YouTube (onthethrottle tv), and you'll get a better understanding of how all the adjustments work in conjunction with each other.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2013, 01:02:23 PM
Most important thing to do is get the bike sprung/dialed in for you. From there, get the rebound damping set up so it comes back to "full" extension and settles, I.e. no pogoing. Compression damping is a bit more subjective, and a matter of personal preference than the other adjustments. Do a search for some of Dave Moss' tuning videos on YouTube (onthethrottle tv), and you'll get a better understanding of how all the adjustments work in conjunction with each other.
Yeah, no problem setting the front & rear sag. Then you can go from there as you prefer.
Quote from: 118811 on March 08, 2013, 11:24:56 AM
MD....yeah, I understand.
I was just joshing with you a little!!! [laugh]
The 675 actually feels pretty good to me, actually.
But...if we get a ride in together and switchoff...it would be interesting to see how your bike feels to me. I know I am not nearly as fast as you but I might have an idea where I might like to adjust my set up.
Can do sometime. [Dolph]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 08, 2013, 03:21:18 PM
Yeah, no problem setting the front & rear sag. Then you can go from there as you prefer.
lol That was meant for Frederick, not you.
:D
lol' I followed you Ben!! ;D
Took another run around Tantalus today. I think I was quicker on the Monster. I do have great respect for the 675 & still very much getting used to the SS positioning.
Like I said the other day....this bike has way more potential than me....but I really do enjoy it.
[Dolph]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2013, 04:52:02 PM
lol That was meant for Frederick, not you.
:D
I know. I was just agreeing and chiming in. [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on March 08, 2013, 07:26:47 PM
lol' I followed you Ben!! ;D
Took another run around Tantalus today. I think I was quicker on the Monster. I do have great respect for the 675 & still very much getter used to the SS positioning.
Like I said the other day....this bike has way more potential than me....but I really do enjoy it.
[Dolph]
Body position. Look at your intended line all the time. Balls of your feet on the outside of the pegs. Countersteer like crazy. Body position.. Them's the basics. Then comes late apexing and trail braking and getting to know the bushes. [laugh]
I actually think the 675 might be one of the best Tantalus weapons. Maybe not the absolute best but right up there.
Caution with the counter-steer. Put too much English on that bar and you'll find yourself laying on the ground wondering what happened. The Daytona drops into turns MUCH easier/quicker than most other bikes. Proper body positioning (weighting the bike) and just a bit of counter-steer will do you just fine up there on all but the sharpest of hairpins.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2013, 08:19:25 PM
The Daytona drops into turns MUCH easier/quicker than most other bikes.
That sure seems to be the case!!!
At least with my limited experience on street bikes
Nope....I dont want to get to know them bushes..... [thumbsdown]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 08, 2013, 08:19:25 PM
Caution with the counter-steer. Put too much English on that bar and you'll find yourself laying on the ground wondering what happened. The Daytona drops into turns MUCH easier/quicker than most other bikes. Proper body positioning (weighting the bike) and just a bit of counter-steer will do you just fine up there on all but the sharpest of hairpins.
I didn't phrase that quite right. Just meant to say while all bikes are turned by counter steering to one degree or another the sport bike really responds to that the best. When in doubt push on the grip. You just have to learn how much to push and when.
One other good thing about the Daytona; it recovers nicely when you decide to check traction levels of the lawns around Norfolk...
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 09, 2013, 04:22:33 AM
One other good thing about the Daytona; it recovers nicely when you decide to check traction levels of the lawns around Norfolk...
;D
As opposed to 1198's which don't handle lawns for shit. [roll]
Sorry for the darkish composition, it's raining outside today.
Anyway, what's better -------- without carbon tank protector
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1157-1_zpsb085abf9.jpg)
or with protector
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1158_zps99d3f455.jpg)
without
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1160-1_zpsefbe460e.jpg)
or with
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1159_zps9ec7b1c6.jpg)
Don't ask me why the third pic is out of focus. Settings were the same for all four. [roll]
Red tank looks great MD...I prefer the plain tank look, but if you need a protector the Shift-tech is the best looking one...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 10, 2013, 01:48:16 PM
Red tank looks great MD...I prefer the plain tank look, but if you need a protector the Shift-tech is the best looking one...
I agree with FP.....plain looks better.
But, I would want some "buckle" protection....maybe a clear protector!!
That is one great looking 848!! [bow_down]
Started the day off with some AMAZING coffee that a friend brought back from Columbia, then took D out to the park for some serious frisbee time. Followed that up with about eight miles (I know, not that much really) of tight flowing singletrack on the mountain bike, and then completed the afternoon with fifty(ish) miles of twisty roads through the rolling horse country near my house.
Time for [drink]
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1157-1_zpsb085abf9.jpg)
And like everyone else, I like the clean look of the tank without the protector. Think you can rig up something with clear 3M tape?
Holy crap MD, I always knew 848s were nice bikes... But yours is really nice! [thumbsup] Plain looks good, but if you wanna leave the protector on, it matches with your exhaust, and you're not over-doing the carbonfiber so it still looks nice. I like the plain look, but I'd say leave the protector on!
Quote from: MacDuck on March 10, 2013, 01:40:20 PM
Don't ask me why the third pic is out of focus. Settings were the same for all four. [roll]
make the beast with two backsing IZ! He somehow slipped into your garage and took control of your camera.
Autocrossed in the rain on R compound tires this afternoon...great fun it was, but I wouldn't want to do it more than a couple of times a year...;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 10, 2013, 03:24:04 PM
make the beast with two backsing IZ! He somehow slipped into your garage and took control of your camera.
That's almost the same exact thought I had. [laugh] WTF? [laugh] I've liked the plain tank look also but in person the tank protector makes the bike look a bit meaner. I was checking out lots of bikes in the SSD service parking lot yesterday and none of the bike that didn't have protectors showed damage, or if they did, it was super minor.
Tankslapper makes a clear vinyl kit. I might look into that. Almost 4 years of slow steady work to get to this point.
What would you all think about a clear windscreen? I think that's the next move
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 10, 2013, 02:46:50 PM
Started the day off with some AMAZING coffee that a friend brought back from Columbia, then took D out to the park for some serious frisbee time. Followed that up with about eight miles (I know, not that much really) of tight flowing singletrack on the mountain bike, and then completed the afternoon with fifty(ish) miles of twisty roads through the rolling horse country near my house.
Time for [drink]
I'm glad someone had a full day!
Definitely liking the red tank
When's your fuel pump coming in?
Quote from: MacDuck on March 12, 2013, 09:31:28 AM
When's your fuel pump coming in?
I was just about to post this...
Received the fuel pump just now, will try to drop off to SSD before 6 today. Was told by SSD that most likely they will not be able to get to it until next week. :(
It might be raining this weekend anyway. PM'd you.
Installed the Arrow slip on today & took a quick run thru Tantalus.
Took the baffle out & its not too loud...MD? ??? ;D
Bike ran just ok....going to SS Triumph and have the ecu mapped for the new pipe tomorrow.
Really like fit and finish of the Arrow product!!
(http://i575.photobucket.com/albums/ss192/118811/image_zps4908d18c.jpg)
Arrow is good stuff.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 13, 2013, 07:53:33 PM
Arrow is good stuff.
Yea, seems so
I wasn't aware it was Italian.
Nice, bet that triple sounds really sweet now... [evil]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 13, 2013, 10:58:41 PM
Nice, bet that triple sounds really sweet now... [evil]
/quote]
[evil] [evil]
;D
SSD installed the fuel pump and ready for pickup. Total bill $200 for SSD. Overall damage to my wallet, $522 for parts, $120 tow, TOTAL $$$842. Better get some sunny weekends to repay my morale.
Not that bad, and you have the bike for the weekend...fingers crossed... [Dolph]
well, could hAVE BEEN MUCH WORSE!!!
Still a bitter pill...huh, Sta.
Took the 675 to SS Waipahu and had the 675 reflashed to reflect the new Arrow can.
The bike sounds competent at 4-6 k ....and then grows nasty at 8-13K
me likee!! [evil] [evil] [evil]
8)
Quote from: sta on March 14, 2013, 02:51:19 PM
SSD installed the fuel pump and ready for pickup. Total bill $200 for SSD. Overall damage to my wallet, $522 for parts, $120 tow, TOTAL $$$842. Better get some sunny weekends to repay my morale.
+1 [thumbsup] for you!
and:
Quote from: 118811 on March 14, 2013, 05:43:25 PM
Took the 675 to SS Waipahu and had the 675 reflashed to reflect the new Arrow can.
The bike sounds competent at 4-6 k ....and then grows nasty at 8-13K
me likee!! [evil] [evil] [evil]
8)
+1 [thumbsup] for you too!
Picked up my monster after work. It looks like the weather might just be nice enough for us on Sunday. [Dolph]
Looks nice enough today to take 848 to work. Besides the car is blocked in by guys working on heavy equipment.
Took the mountain bike out again today for a while. Nice to have three different trail networks to chose from, all within fifteen minutes from my house.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 16, 2013, 01:26:56 PM
Looks nice enough today to take 848 to work.
Weather's looking half decent for tomorrow, think you'll be able to get the garage door open again?... ;)
Garage door work good.
Mongo pawn in game of life
Hey MD & Jamba Juice gang....thanks for dragging out for a quick blast over the Ko'olau's.
That was good fun.....that's the fastest I have had the Daytona!!!
Beautiful day too...... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on March 17, 2013, 02:51:32 PM
Hey MD & Jamba Juice gang....thanks for dragging out for a quick blast over the Ko'olau's.
That was good fun.....that's the fastest I have had the Daytona!!!
Beautiful day too...... [thumbsup]
[evil]
Yowsa!...good fun today despite the traffic...nice to see you out on the Daytona Frederick... [thumbsup]
Awesome day, so glad to have my bike back n especially to have everyone out riding. Thx guys.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 16, 2013, 02:07:53 PM
Took the mountain bike out again today for a while. Nice to have three different trail networks to chose from, all within fifteen minutes from my house.
I think I'll get one of the road bikes out next Sat. [thumbsup]
Noticed today that my left fork is seeping oil. :-(
I want to get aftermarket seals & oil; and have both forks serviced.
Where would you guys suggest?
Really would like to get it done in town, if possible.
I could even pull the forks off myself if needed .
Quote from: 118811 on March 19, 2013, 07:57:39 PM
Noticed today that my left fork is seeping oil. :-(
I want to get aftermarket seals & oil; and have both forks serviced.
Where would you guys suggest?
Really would like to get it done in town, if possible.
I could even pull the forks off myself if needed .
I know that I'm a shill for pro work but regardless of who you get to do the work I can't recommend strongly enough for using factory seals and no aftermarket. I've only seen short term fixes for the guys I've known that went for the aftermarket seals. :P [roll] :P :-\
It was suggested on Triumph site that RaceTech or Traxxion seals
Would be better than OEM?
Those should be good. Just not the ebay specials.
Installed an after market sway bar on my WRX this morning, then after lunch I watched the F1 race while enjoying some beer & peanuts...
WRX?
2013 Hatchback in Satin White*, two more autocrosses in the M3 and then it's for sale...needed a 4-door so I could install a semi-permanent car seat for my 17 month old grandson... [evil]
*matches the SF...
Nice. How many miles are on that M3?
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 24, 2013, 08:29:54 PM
Nice. How many miles are on that M3?
it's a '97 with 82K+ miles...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 24, 2013, 07:48:52 PM
2013 Hatchback in Satin White*, two more autocrosses in the M3 and then it's for sale...needed a 4-door so I could install a semi-permanent car seat for my 17 month old grandson... [evil]
*matches the SF...
Matches the SF....must be the Turbo Boxer WRX!!?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 24, 2013, 07:48:52 PM
2013 Hatchback in Satin White*, two more autocrosses in the M3 and then it's for sale...needed a 4-door so I could install a semi-permanent car seat for my 17 month old grandson... [evil]
*matches the SF...
Are you going to autocross the WRX?
Quote from: MacDuck on March 24, 2013, 10:56:52 PM
Are you going to autocross the WRX?
More than likely...I'll have to learn to drive all over again, probably going to start left foot braking so I can keep the boost up in the turns... ;D
And slap on a turbo the size of Texas. Learn to use hand brake turning as well. Gene's going to be the next rally cross sensation! :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 24, 2013, 07:34:17 PM
WRX?
Yes, he dumped his M3, if I am not mistaken . . .
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on March 25, 2013, 05:04:43 AM
Yes, he dumped his M3, if I am not mistaken . . .
Hasn't parted with it yet. 2 more auto-x Sundays to go before then, so the man says.
Quote from: MacDuck on March 25, 2013, 09:40:04 AM
Hasn't parted with it yet. 2 more auto-x Sundays to go before then, so the man says.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on March 24, 2013, 07:48:52 PM
2013 Hatchback in Satin White*, two more autocrosses in the M3 and then it's for sale...needed a 4-door so I could install a semi-permanent car seat for my 17 month old grandson... [evil]
*matches the SF...
Quote from: MacDuck on March 25, 2013, 09:40:04 AM
Hasn't parted with it yet. 2 more auto-x Sundays to go before then, so the man says.
Yup...gonna be sad to see the M go, had a lot of fun with that car...
OK . . .
hi All
well, I was In Waikiki trying getback home after dropping off my old helmet to its new owner which lived on SEASIDE Ave....traffic was terrible on Ala Wai so I wanted to get back on Kuhio.
Well I made a left onto a side street.....and realized I was on a 1 way street going the wrong way. I quickly turned around (30 yards) to be waved over by 2 LEO's on foot [evil]
I was given a $97 ticket.
Question is do I have a prayer of getting ticket reduced or waived by writing a letter to the Judge?
Any suggestions?
Short ride to visit the snake & back this morning. On the way home stopped by SSD and ran into that youngish guy with the HM 796 that occasionally rides with us...sorry, forgot his name.
Quote from: 118811 on March 27, 2013, 08:01:40 PM
hi All
well, I was In Waikiki trying getback home after dropping off my old helmet to its new owner which lived on SEASIDE Ave....traffic was terrible on Ala Wai so I wanted to get back on Kuhio.
Well I made a left onto a side street.....and realized I was on a 1 way street going the wrong way. I quickly turned around (30 yards) to be waved over by 2 LEO's on foot [evil]
I was given a $97 ticket.
Question is do I have a prayer of getting ticket reduced or waived by writing a letter to the Judge?
Any suggestions?
Your best chance is to plead guilty with an explanation in front of the judge. No letters. If you want to write something it better be a check. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on March 29, 2013, 11:30:44 PM
Your best chance is to plead guilty with an explanation in front of the judge. No letters. If you want to write something it better be a check. ;D
Probably so.....
Only it costs me more in time and effort!!!
118811, I'm sorry to hear about the ticket... :-\ When I got a ticket for going 21mph over ($182 ticket), I explained my situation to the LEO at the scene and to the judge in court. Surprisingly the judge looked into my situation, gave me a significant reduction in my offense, and reduced it to 6mph over. The ticket ended up being $80 and my insurance rates did not go up. Here was my situation: I was next to a semi-truck (in their blind spot) the trucker began to signal and started veering into my lane, and I basically sped up to avoid being merged into. The LEO was laser speed gunning in the area and I got pulled over. Nonetheless, explaining my situation to the judge saved me $100 and prevented my insurance rates from going up. How much of my time did it take? Maybe about 2hrs 30 min tops. 30min to set up a court date and 2 hours to wait in court, explain, and pay my remaining fee. I'd say go to the court, it can't hurt, and good luck [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on March 06, 2013, 05:18:20 PM
All of you plus the picture are not making things easier to me. 1st thing first, fix the monster. MD, I will buy the pump from you. SSD called me today and it was the pump, quote "power and ground are good, but there is nothing at the pump. New pump $1200, labor $175."
Even with me selling my monster, it is probably still at half way mark on Ben's SC. I really do not think I can afford it.
Now ......... here's the real problem. An intermittent open circuit in the power supply (red) wire from the fuel pump wiring harness on the fuel assembly ( the plug for the fuel pump power/ground and the fuel level sender ) to the actual fuel pump itself. If you do an ohm check at the actual pump contacts ( wiring harness connector removed ) the level of resistance is almost zero, which is good. If I run direct power & ground to the pump it starts right up and runs every time. The ground wire resistance is near zero every time I plug it in the to Fluke meter too. When I check the power circuit it can be 14+ ohms one minute ( still way too high ) to infinite resistance the next minute ( total bad open circuit ). Needs a new wire/contacts and pump should work just fine.
I have the pump and can show this to anyone almost anytime.
Not that the guys at SSD misdiagnosed the problem but more like they stopped early at a sure fire fix.
Thanks MD. Let me know if I could help you in procuring any of the parts.
Fuel pump assembly Part 2:
I thought that the wiring problem would be in the plug connections to the wire and even thought I truly found it when looking at the pump side connector. It actually looked rusted where the wire was soldered to the plug. So I cut the plug off and stripped down to bare wire --- still high to infinite resistance. So I opened the other connector and took it out of the gang plug. I could get down to bare wire and still had the problem. Now here is where it gets really tricky. I can probe the wire until I find the open but I can't replace the wire. All four wires pass through an epoxy seal in the base of the assembly. THAT'S SO GAS CAN'T LEAK OUT.. Doah!!
At least the actual electric pump is good. There was no foul in replacing the pump as a whole.
BTW......... Jing!! My Man!! he brought by two four packs of Old Rasputin. [thumbsup] [drink]
Quote from: MacDuck on March 31, 2013, 01:14:58 AM
Fuel pump assembly Part 2: ...
BTW......... Jing!! My Man!! he brought by two four packs of Old Rasputin. [thumbsup] [drink]
Good. I bought two for myself too, gotta see what's all the raves are about. :) Or at least why does MD like it [beer]
Black blood of the (somewhat drunken) earth that stuff is.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 31, 2013, 09:36:23 AM
Black blood of the (somewhat drunken) earth that stuff is.
Are you calling it dirt?
(http://content9.flixster.com/question/60/98/88/6098887_std.jpg)
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 31, 2013, 12:29:23 PM
(http://content9.flixster.com/question/60/98/88/6098887_std.jpg)
Put a cigar in there and that would look like me on a Sat. night.
Yes
Went on a ride today and met someone with one of the 50th R1s. Guy had the bike all dressed out with full Öhlins (Nix30s &TTX2), OZ wheels and a full Graves system. Noticed a good two inches worth of chicken strips on his tires and asked if they were new for the season. "Oh no, I bought those almost a year ago." [bang]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 07, 2013, 07:22:56 PM
Went on a ride today and met someone with one of the 50th R1s. Guy had the bike all dressed out with full Öhlins (Nix30s &TTX2), OZ wheels and a full Graves system. Noticed a good two inches worth of chicken strips on his tires and asked if they were new for the season. "Oh no, I bought those almost a year ago." [bang]
Make that guy a deal!!
Quote from: MacDuck on April 07, 2013, 07:30:41 PM
Make that guy a deal!!
Yeah... I almost punched him with my helmet...
[clap]
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 07, 2013, 07:22:56 PM
Went on a ride today and met someone with one of the 50th R1s. Guy had the bike all dressed out with full Öhlins (Nix30s &TTX2), OZ wheels and a full Graves system. Noticed a good two inches worth of chicken strips on his tires and asked if they were new for the season. "Oh no, I bought those almost a year ago." [bang]
Money well spent!
Money wasted.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 07, 2013, 10:38:58 PM
Money wasted.
Agreed!!
I was being sarcastic [roll]
Sold the M3 today... ;D :'(
:(
I still miss my old BMW. Not quite as much as I miss the S2000, but I miss it...
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 27, 2013, 05:38:54 PM
I still miss my old BMW. Not quite as much as I miss the S2000, but I miss it...
But you don't miss all the grief from the dealer service guys though. [roll]
I do miss my Peugeot 405 Mi16 . .. 170PS no electronic gimmics . . no VVT, no ABS no traction control . .. intake cams had 13.5mm lift exhaust had 13.0mm . . . twin throttle body, one up to 3500RPM one from 3500 to redline, 8500RPM . . . I do miss Mufasa . ..
Defrosted a refrigerator. Picked up doggie monthly meds. Replaced the rear brakes on Gloria's car. ( Jeez, I can't stand the whine..... ;D ) Changed oil & filter on the 848 and would have flushed the clutch & front brake fluid except I forgot my bottles at home and, don't you know it, we didn't have any small cans/bottles at the shop. [bang] Did some small paper work. Heading home in a bit for a smoke & beer, etc.
Doood... Those guys were such... Well, yeah...
Quote from: MacDuck on April 27, 2013, 07:45:09 PM
Heading home in a bit for a smoke & beer, etc.
Just finished my smoke.
Quote from: MacDuck on April 27, 2013, 07:45:09 PM
smoke & beer, etc.
for me smoke & rum, next weekend . . . at least once a month I do this gift to my self
Monday I took my SF in to SSD for another remapped ECU install...I know, I know, glutten for punishment.
Today I went for a ride to see what I had. Pretty smooth down low in the rpm range for a big L-twin, smooth transition through 4k rpm followed by a nice strong pull to the redline...oh boy, am I a happy camper!... ;D[evil] Been searching for this setup for 3 1/2 years and 24k+ miles.
Map and flow matched injectors are by Doug Lofgren.
http://www.visi.com/~moperfserv/ (http://www.visi.com/~moperfserv/)
Good on you!
Rode more bikes.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 04, 2013, 01:41:46 PM
Rode more bikes.
Lookin' for a new one?... [popcorn]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 04, 2013, 01:41:46 PM
Rode more bikes.
[thumbsup] I put 11 miles on the Seven this morning before breakfast. Not a lot compared to what I used to do but that's two Saturdays in a row and I didn't get a flat today. I am feeling it in my butt and legs right about now.......
Specialized was out today at Fountainhead Regional Park, doing a demo day. Got the chance to to take three different 29er models out on some of the best single-track on the mid Atlantic sea board.
Quote from: MacDuck on May 04, 2013, 06:00:27 PM
[thumbsup] I put 11 miles on the Seven this morning before breakfast. Not a lot compared to what I used to do but that's two Saturdays in a row and I didn't get a flat today. I am feeling it in my butt and legs right about now.......
[thumbsup]
Ordered a set of Pilot Power 2ct for my monster from Amazon, @ $239 with free shipping using UPS 2nd Day Air. As a consumer I love it, as a stockholder I hope they are making some tiny margin on this at least... [clap] [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on May 06, 2013, 06:59:20 PM
Ordered a set of Pilot Power 2ct for my monster from Amazon, @ $239 with free shipping using UPS 2nd Day Air. As a consumer I love it, as a stockholder I hope they are making some tiny margin on this at least... [clap] [thumbsup]
that's a crazy price!... [thumbsup]
Cleaned the SF and lubed the chain this morning...hoping for a sunny Sunday... [Dolph]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 06, 2013, 07:24:26 PM
that's a crazy price!... [thumbsup]
+1 Buy those Pilot Powers while you still can. I think Michelin may be phasing them out.
Quote from: 118811 on March 30, 2013, 12:36:49 AM
Probably so.....
Only it costs me more in time and effort!!!
Just heard back from District Court.....they reduced my fine down to $72 from $97.
Better than I thought!!!
[thumbsup]
Good for you! [thumbsup] I just did a victory lap around Diamond Head for finishing my final exams and acing all of them! Now I just have to wait till graduation day in 2 days. ;D
Quote from: rz3r0 on May 08, 2013, 04:32:48 PM
Good for you! [thumbsup] I just did a victory lap around Diamond Head for finishing my final exams and acing all of them! Now I just have to wait till graduation day in 2 days. ;D
Congrats! [thumbsup]
Thanks! ;D
More [Dolph] I guess ;D
Quote from: rz3r0 on May 08, 2013, 04:32:48 PM
Good for you! [thumbsup] I just did a victory lap around Diamond Head for finishing my final exams and acing all of them! Now I just have to wait till graduation day in 2 days. ;D
YES< Congrats!!!
What is your field of study?
Thanks 118811! ;D Just graduated today, with an Associates in Liberal Arts, with concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language or TESOL from Kapiolani Community College. Now the next chapter begins as I continue to my Bachelor's Degree! :)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/21100_4217141201860_557396252_n.jpg)
Quote from: rz3r0 on May 11, 2013, 05:47:54 AM
Thanks 118811! ;D Just graduated today, with an Associates in Liberal Arts, with concentration in Teaching English as a Second Language or TESOL from Kapiolani Community College. Now the next chapter begins as I continue to my Bachelor's Degree! :)
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Good for you....BTW nice "BOND" watch 8)
About 16 miles of single track.
Did 15.5 miles on the road yesterday. Not the same as single track for sure. Maybe I'll do some more tomorrow.
Mine was loops 1&2, twice.
(http://www.logoffrideon.com/trails/images/3/36/LORO_fountainhead_map_wip_03.jpg)
I don't think I could do either one even once. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on May 26, 2013, 11:26:49 PM
I don't think I could do either one even once. ;D
Sure you could. The trails there are very well maintained, and while rooty in a few places, it's nothing that can't be cleaned once you spot the right line to take.
I'm lucky in the fact that the park is only five miles from my place. :D
Sort of dusted off the Pegoretti Marcelo and did 20.25 miles around Kailua, with hills coming out of Enchanted Lakes and up Kalanianaole. My legs are talking to me now. [roll]
Road tested this BMW R1200S yesterday from Kaimuki around Sandy Beach through Norfolk.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1152-1_zps96b3af64.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1152-1_zps96b3af64.jpg.html)
I think it could be a good next bike
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1151-2_zps12bba1ac.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1151-2_zps12bba1ac.jpg.html)
But it's still a long way from being a Ducati
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1155-1_zpsb154b4cb.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1155-1_zpsb154b4cb.jpg.html)
More on road test impressions later
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OK, now it's later and I have re-fueled after this morning's bike ride. [coffee] [coffee]
BMW has had some spotty success with a few odd bikes that could be considered "sport bikes" , loosely defined that is. Starting with the R90S which won a class at Daytona and then afterwards in a few other odd classes. In fact a rather famous rider, who's name escapes me at the moment, (Reg Pridmore) had some considerable campaigns with the bike ( Two first places at Daytona in AMA Superbike ). However this class of bike never really sat well or sold well with most of BMW's market and had little appeal outside their market.
The R1200S was the new, improved version of the R1100S but not quite the pinnacle of the Boxer engine that was used in the HP2 Sport. BMW got with the program and developed the S1000RR and you guys know the rest.
So this R1200S is lighter and more powerful than the previous bike. On paper it has 122 HP at the crank, puts out 82.6 ft lbs of torque and has a dry weight of 419 lbs. Contrast that with the Ducati 848 at 134 HP at the crank, 70.8 ft lbs torque and 370 lbs dry.
Considering the 12 extra ft lbs of torque I thought the performance would be close between the two. WRONG. The 848 is noticeably quicker and meaner sounding. Not that the R1200S is slow, it's not but it does take a little more work to get it going whereas the 848 is more of a bad boy right from the get go.
When we got off the bikes at Norfolk the 1200 owner ( who has had a Monster and a 999 ) told be right away that I probably thought the R1200S was more of an old man's sport tourer. Well, that was close to what I thought but having put some miles on the R1100S just the day before I was inclined to be more charitable, and not unjustly so.
The R1200S is noticeably lighter and more agile than the 1100 and noticeably more powerful too so that in BMW's book it was, and is , a huge improvement. You can feel the top heaviness of the bike as opposed to the Ducati. The front feels light and slightly nervous. It moves a bit too easily and requires a bit different feel when cornering compared to my 848 which is totally planted but still moves exactly where you want it to, exactly when you want it to, with no guesswork or uncertainty. Just perfect IMO. Maybe doing away with the helibar clipons, which add about an inch of height to the bars, would help get a little extra weight on the front. He was running Michelin Pilot Power front & rear but I don't know what the tire pressure was and getting that set right might also help. Coming through some of the bumpy sections of Norfolk at a bit of speed also showed the rear suspension was not damped enough so there was a bit of extra bouncing and wiggle there. Almost thrilling...... ;D I think that could be worked out with some adjustment.
The engine is way smoother than the 1100 and has almost no Boxer buzz at all. That's nice. The 848 is right in between the two when it comes to overall smoothness. The Akropovic exhaust has a nice note but still seems stealthy compared to the 848 and that is even with the baffles removed in the 1200. Stealth is not a bad thing but like the 1200 owner said when he got off my bike " The exhaust noise is intoxicating on this thing." Yep, he's sure right about that and it's one of the things I'd miss. So, in a way, the whole bike is a bit stealthy, minus a flat black satin paint job. That is, while it's a bit slower than the 848, it can still be made to go quick enough to surprise people. It is not a stodgy BMW cruiser. It's more like a bike without a proper identity. In a way, kind of like me. [laugh]
Yep. Shaft drive and telewhatever front suspension don't necessarily make for a thrilling ride. Well, I take that back. Having the shit scared out of you is quite thrilling as well.
So what's the guy wanting for it? On the plus side, you'd never need to buy frame sliders. ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 27, 2013, 11:47:37 AM
On the plus side, you'd never need to buy frame sliders. ;D
[laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 27, 2013, 11:47:37 AM
Yep. Shaft drive and telewhatever front suspension don't necessarily make for a thrilling ride. Well, I take that back. Having the shit scared out of you is quite thrilling as well.
So what's the guy wanting for it? On the plus side, you'd never need to buy frame sliders. ;D
The Duolever front & Paralever rear suspensions are actually quite nice once you get used to them and the shaft drive too. None of this adds or subtracts from what you could call a thrilling ride.
See the edited version of the road test above. [Dolph]
You call that an edit?
Quote from: MacDuck on May 27, 2013, 01:45:36 PM
See the edited version of the road test above. [Dolph]
Nice write up, I'd be interested if I hadn't already been seduced by the streetfighter genre...the R90S rider that you're thinking of is Reg Pridmore, Jason's dad...
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 27, 2013, 02:31:25 PM
You call that an edit?
Expanded version, edit, whatever.......... get off my case....... ;D ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on May 27, 2013, 02:39:23 PM
Expanded version, edit, whatever.......... get off my case....... ;D ;D
Can't make me! :D
And just because I've always been there to help push you over the edge in times like this, consider this me pulling you back away from said edge.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 27, 2013, 02:56:59 PM
Can't make me! :D
And just because I've always been there to help push you over the edge in times like this, consider this me pulling you back away from said edge.
I'm not going to part with it easily.
No mountain biking for me today, so I dusted off the Seven and took it out for a twenty mile jaunt.
No bicycling this morning. :P Sleeping in was wonderful! :D Sold a seat cowl this afternoon. [thumbsup]
That last post, at 1:48 pm today, got us to 100,000 views of this thread. How about that!! [Dolph]
Borrowed a Niner from one of the local shops and took it out for a few laps of singletrack. Interesting bike for sure. Designed as a cross country race bike, but it didn't seem to steer all that intuitively. Rear suspension felt great though, even considering it only had 76mm of travel.
Quote from: MacDuck on June 01, 2013, 04:49:09 PM
That last post, at 1:48 pm today, got us to 100,000 views of this thread. How about that!! [Dolph]
[thumbsup]
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...
So what's so great about a 29" as opposed to a 27"? Ground clearance?
You mean 29" vs 26"? The larger diameter tires have an easier time rolling over obstacles on the trail, and while they can be a bit heavier, they maintain their momentum better once you get them up to speed. They are slower to accelerate, due to the increased mass, but are also slower to decelerate. You also get a larger contact patch between the tire and the ground, which enhances the traction. Most people claim/report shaving significant time off of a specified loop/trail when they transition to the larger wheel size. My thing is that I'm currently riding a bike that is based on a nine year old frame. The fork is close to toast, and it would end up costing me somewhere near $700 just to replace the fork with something I'd be interested in owning. At that point, I'm close enough to getting a new bike. Yeah, I know there's quite a bit of difference between spending $700 on a fork and $3+ grand on a new bike, but hey. This way I get to go to the new tech and still have my old bike as a spare. ;)
So....... in effect, you're saying that you're going to pop $3k ( that's all? ;D ) for a new bike and then another $700.00 ( give or take ) to put forks on your old bike. [laugh] [laugh]
Nope. $3K to keep from spending $700 on a new fork for my current bike.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 04, 2013, 03:31:00 PM
Nope. $3K to keep from spending $700 on a new fork for my current bike.
Wanna bet? ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on June 04, 2013, 11:09:11 PM
Wanna bet? ;D
Yep. I'll actually be pulling some of the nicer parts off of it to put on the new one. Doubt the old one will be ridden much after that, except for if/when the new one is down for maintenance.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 03, 2013, 01:47:40 PM
This way I get to go to the new tech and still have my old bike as a spare. ;)
See, now that's a bit different. I was under the impression that you would get a new bike and have a complete spare bike ( read as second bike ). You're talking about having a bike to get spare parts off of it thus rendering it non-rideable. I was looking at it like having two rideable bikes, the old one to use if something happened to the new one or you needed a spare bike for a friend to use, something like that, in which case you might fix/replace the forks.
Bled the SF's clutch slave and re-installed the quieter of my two sets of db killers...need to be more stealthy...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on June 21, 2013, 08:18:05 PM
...need to be more stealthy...
FALSE!! Open that puppy all the way up so cops flee for their lives!
http://www.strava.com/activities/64779559 (http://www.strava.com/activities/64779559)
Ben,
I took a look at your bike in our local dealer . . . would have to get a second mortgage in my house :o
Whatever happened to the $600~$800 bikes that where actually good . . . I am not a pro I just want to get in shape and have friend who ride
Yeah, the new mountain bike wasn't cheap, that's for sure. I'm going to be taking a few lengthy work trips overseas in the next year and a half though, so I figured might was well live a little now...
The ride posted above wasn't on the Santa Cruz though, it was on my road bike. It wasn't cheap either. [roll]
I assumed . . .
Got a Monster gas tank ready for Ebay/CL. Pictures done & all packed, ready to go.
Changed out another rear tire & tube on the Seven. [bang] [bang] Spending more on bicycle tires than I am on motorbike & car tires. >:(
Cleaned garage a bit. There's a beer & BBQ in here sometime soon. [beer]
Quote from: MacDuck on July 04, 2013, 04:50:36 PM
Changed out another rear tire & tube on the Seven.
Puncture?
PS: it's after Tuesday...
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 04, 2013, 04:52:26 PM
Puncture?
PS: it's after Tuesday...
Small kine. A bit of coiled wire got stuck in it and was hitting the seat stay every time it came around. Going flat of course so I pulled out the wire, stuck a new tube in and rode home. Two days later the tire was flat from just sitting. I'm going to carry a paint stick with me so I can mark the spot where the flat happened and then patch the tire from the inside.
I'm perfectly aware of what day it is. You'll be the first to know if anything happens. ;D
Picked up my monster with the new 2CT tire installed. Did the usual Sunday ride without NS. First impression compare to Q2 and Pure, 2CT feels better than the Pure, smoother transition on the lean. The ride has a harder feel than the Q2, probably a harder compound. I feel less of the road than the Q2. So my preference, Q2, 2CT Pilot, then Pure.
Quote from: sta on July 13, 2013, 09:38:43 PM
Picked up my monster with the new 2CT tire installed. Did the usual Sunday ride without NS. First impression compare to Q2 and Pure, 2CT feels better than the Pure, smoother transition on the lean. The ride has a harder feel than the Q2, probably a harder compound. I feel less of the road than the Q2. So my preference, Q2, 2CT Pilot, then Pure.
How's the bike running, did they address the "popping" on decal?
Its still popping, I will take it in at another time .
Quote from: sta on July 13, 2013, 09:38:43 PM
Picked up my monster with the new 2CT tire installed. Did the usual Sunday ride without NS. First impression compare to Q2 and Pure, 2CT feels better than the Pure, smoother transition on the lean. The ride has a harder feel than the Q2, probably a harder compound. I feel less of the road than the Q2. So my preference, Q2, 2CT Pilot, then Pure.
Good stuff.
Did you check the tire pressures? Sometimes they overfill them.
Hello everyone, new to forum and Hawaii. Been here for almost a year now and bought a 796 back in December. You guys meet up for rides ever? See lots of monsters around...
Today, I swapped out the 796 exhaust with the evo headers and competition werkes slipon.(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3790/9282228864_1232338594_z.jpg)
Looking Good! That's the spirit.
Quote from: MacDuck on July 13, 2013, 11:51:38 PM
Did you check the tire pressures? Sometimes they overfill them.
Yes, I did. 33/34 compare to my usual 32/34.
Welcome Flaboi, nice monster.
Quote from: Flaboi796 on July 14, 2013, 02:24:33 AM
Hello everyone, new to forum and Hawaii. Been here for almost a year now and bought a 796 back in December. You guys meet up for rides ever? See lots of monsters around...
Today, I swapped out the 796 exhaust with the evo headers and competition werkes slipon.(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3790/9282228864_1232338594_z.jpg)
Beautiful!!!
[popcorn] [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on July 14, 2013, 12:05:58 PM
Yes, I did. 33/34 compare to my usual 32/34.
OK then. Q2's rule. [thumbsup]
Thanks guys! Yeah took it out for ride today, sounds pretty good too! 8)
Had a small celebration with this last night:
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/beer/IMG_1154_zps914aefea.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/beer/IMG_1154_zps914aefea.jpg.html)
Helped out with a bicycle race up on Snake Road this morning.
Is that some kind of big firecracker or somethin'... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 14, 2013, 11:54:28 PM
Is that some kind of big firecracker or somethin'... ;D
The last third was a bit firecracker you might say.
Just got off the phone with SS Triumph, my Daytona is ready for pickup after 3 months!!
They said the problem was a bad stator which was burnt & had some SAND inside it!!
Anyone ever heard of that before?
So.... did you pick it up & ride it home? How's it doing?
Quote from: MacDuck on July 17, 2013, 09:37:04 AM
So.... did you pick it up & ride it home? How's it doing?
No. probably get it sat.
How come it took them soooo long to diagnose and fix...I thought you had sold the bike...
Hey guys, anyone dealt with dyno shop here like Revtek before? Considering PCV.
I believe RevTek has a good rep amongst the Japanese bike owners, don't know how much experience they have with ducactis though...I took my SF to them for a baseline dyno and they were unsure which wire to splice into to get a tach reading.
If you have a late model duc with Euro emissions you will more than likely need an ECU flash to disable the O2 sensors before a PCV will do you any good...if the O2 sensors are not disabled you will not be able to tune at lower rpms because the ECU is running in a closed loop mode...a least that's the way it worked with my bike.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 17, 2013, 11:12:03 AM
How come it took them soooo long to diagnose and fix...I thought you had sold the bike...
The computer diagnosis....didnt give them any hints....and they were not type of shop to do anything without Triumph USA's direction. :-\ [evil]
Quote from: 118811 on July 17, 2013, 01:50:56 PM
The computer diagnosis....didnt give them any hints....and they were not type of shop to do anything without Triumph USA's direction. :-\ [evil]
Wow...and I was thinking Speed Triple for my next bike...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 17, 2013, 01:06:13 PM
I believe RevTek has a good rep amongst the Japanese bike owners, don't know how much experience they have with ducactis though...I took my SF to them for a baseline dyno and they were unsure which wire to splice into to get a tach reading.
If you have a late model duc with Euro emissions you will more than likely need an ECU flash to disable the O2 sensors before a PCV will do you any good...if the O2 sensors are not disabled you will not be able to tune at lower rpms because the ECU is running in a closed loop mode...a least that's the way it worked with my bike.
Yeah I had the ECU reflashed already eliminating O2 and exhaust valve. Its running a bit rough still under 3500 RPMs and want to tune it. Ted @ Revtek said that Dynojet doesn't make a PCV for my bike, only up to 2011 model... I emailed Dynojet about this because I'm sure that it will still work on my 2013 M796.
So did you end up getting dyno somewhere else or autotune?
Never did dyno the bike, but had my ECU flashed by Doug Lofgren and am using a set of his flow matched injectors...
Reinstalled the Barracuda windscreen on the SF this afternoon...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 22, 2013, 08:45:39 PM
Reinstalled the Barracuda windscreen on the SF this afternoon...
Is that a "marketing" move FP?
Pic?
Quote from: 118811 on July 23, 2013, 11:55:45 AM
Is that a "marketing" move FP?
Pic?
No, just trying to make the bike look less aggressive...we're trying to be a bit more stealthy these days... [evil]
So, how's the 675?
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 23, 2013, 05:53:16 PM
and
do not go together.
[laugh] [laugh]...maybe I should have said sneaky vice stealthy...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on July 23, 2013, 01:32:28 PM
No, just trying to make the bike look less aggressive...we're trying to be a bit more stealthy these days... [evil]
So, how's the 675?
Looks good!!!
RE 675, sold it to the dealer......lost the left side!! [roll]
Just glad to be out of it.
I am going to be patient and wait for the right bike., probably a Japanese., sport touring model.
[Dolph]
Got the shorted wiring harness problem solved on Gloria's SL. Fuse blew every time the horn was pushed. Would blow even if the horns were disconnected. Even Boss-ski said we were up shitski after eliminating the usual suspects. Went back through the wiring harness and found a cut/mashed section in the front fender area. Whew! Lucked out on that one.
Got a couple emergency customer problems handled. Pretty much got the rear suspension adjusted on the R12. Waiting on tools & parts in order to work on the front. Maybe new tires next weekend if all goes to plan.
Quote from: MacDuck on July 28, 2013, 12:29:44 PM
Pretty much got the rear suspension adjusted on the R12. Waiting on tools & parts in order to work on the front. Maybe new tires next weekend if all goes to plan.
[thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on July 28, 2013, 12:29:44 PM
Whew! Lucked out on that one.
Not so fast Bucko. She just called from Home Depot and said the horn quit working. [bang] [popcorn] [bang]
Quote from: MacDuck on July 28, 2013, 04:14:37 PM
Not so fast Bucko. She just called from Home Depot and said the horn quit working. [bang] [popcorn] [bang]
[thumbsdown]
What? No horn?
Looks like it's time for a new SL.
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/44/2013_Mercedes-Benz_SL550_--_2012_NYIAS.JPG)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 28, 2013, 08:04:42 PM
What? No horn?
Looks like it's time for a new SL.
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/44/2013_Mercedes-Benz_SL550_--_2012_NYIAS.JPG)
If I was making your money I'd buy her one in a heartbeat.
Quote from: MacDuck on July 28, 2013, 09:34:20 PM
If I was making your money I'd buy her one in a heartbeat.
Ok, you almost owed me another keyboard from the coffee rapidly exiting my nose/mouth in laughter.
Maybe (think BIG maybe here) I'd be able to afford that after my two upcoming "vacations", but I kind of doubt it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 29, 2013, 04:02:14 AM
Maybe (think BIG maybe here) I'd be able to afford that after my two upcoming "vacations", but I kind of doubt it.
BIG MAYBE? This is where you make off with the 2 $100.00 plates on one trip and the Halliburton full of big bills on the other trip .................. ;D
Quote from: MacDuck on July 29, 2013, 09:19:33 AM
BIG MAYBE? This is where you make off with the 2 $100.00 plates on one trip and the Halliburton full of big bills on the other trip .................. ;D
[laugh] [laugh]
Did the windward portion of the Sunday JJ ride this morning...felt good to get on the bike after a nearly two week sabbatical... [Dolph]
Midway through the ride on H3 I was passed by a guy on a V-Rod coming down the hill from the Marine base. As he went by me with twin megaphones a booming he gave me what appeared to be a condescending look. A bit later at the Kam Hwy off ramp, I motored around him at a fair clip as he was slowing and struggling to get that V-Rod to bank over on that fat 240 rear tire for the exit...what a joke...
Harleys. Sniff. You can make some of them go but none of them turn nor stop. [thumbsdown]
I had a HD totally cut me off coming onto the H2 from Kam Hwy because there was a slower car in front of him. The guy got on the HD for all it was worth but, sheesh, I had to downshift two before I smoked his ass.
Said it before & again it's pretty pathetic the proverbial "chick bike" CBR 6 will smoke ANY of the HD's. One of my workers dumped his dresser on the way to work two weeks ago so I rode it back to the shop from the crash site. Had to make a left onto Nimitz on the damn thing and almost didn't make it. Hog or Pig?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 01, 2013, 11:03:41 PM
... A bit later at the Kam Hwy off ramp, I motored around him at a fair clip as he was slowing and struggling to get that V-Rod to bank over on that fat 240 rear tire for the exit...what a joke...
[thumbsup] [evil]
The plan was to drop the wheels off the R12S and get new tires. Couldn't budge the front axle loose. >:( Ended up 3+ hours later with a new welded up tool and had to finally air gun the axle out ( ouch! -- I hate that!! [bang] ) -- So no new tires today but I did get the new hugger on the rear. Got Gloria's SL horn to work again but we'll see how long that lasts. [roll] Also rehab'ed her electric antenna. The usual customer pick ups - drop offs and off to Gordon Biersch for a couple with my old buddy Jeff from German Car Service. Will have to go to shop again tomorrow to do prep work for Monday. :P
Quote from: MacDuck on August 03, 2013, 09:43:21 PM
The plan was to drop the wheels off the R12S and get new tires. Couldn't budge the front axle loose. >:( Ended up 3+ hours later with a new welded up tool and had to finally air gun the axle out ( ouch! -- I hate that!! [bang] )
Funny, I had to learn how to remove my wheels at the last track day to get new tires mounted. The rear wheel gave me a hard time, but gave way to the BFH! My axle was extremely dry and salt managed to creep in from being in Hawaii. I probably over did it w/ the axle grease (I know, a dab will do), but I won't have an issue with the axle sticking for my next set of tires.
Quote from: MacDuck on August 03, 2013, 09:43:21 PM
Will have to go to shop again tomorrow to do prep work for Monday. :P
You gonna be able to ride tomorrow?...
Took the SF into SSD this morning to have the TPS reset. Along with the TPS reset, the tech found and cleared a TPS fault code...hopefully that cures the throttle problems I was having the last time Jing and I rode..
While I was waiting for the SF, in rode Danny Miyasato?, Miyashiro? on an HPD solo bike. He and his brother Les used to run Island Cycle Works, a small independent shop on Koapaka Street. Danny is now an HPD tech and his brother works for Aloha Power Equipment....couple of real nice guys and straight shooters, MD may know of them.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 13, 2013, 04:40:50 PM
Took the SF into SSD this morning to have the TPS reset. Along with the TPS reset, the tech found and cleared a TPS fault code...hopefully that cures the throttle problems I was having the last time Jing and I rode..
While I was waiting for the SF, in rode Danny Miyasato?, Miyashiro? on an HPD solo bike. He and his brother Les used to run Island Cycle Works, a small independent shop on Koapaka Street. Danny is now an HPD tech and his brother works for Aloha Power Equipment....couple of real nice guys and straight shooters, MD may know of them.
Not by name but maybe by sight.
Quote from: MacDuck on August 03, 2013, 09:43:21 PM
The plan was to drop the wheels off the R12S and get new tires.
Ever get those new skins mounted up?...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 15, 2013, 09:37:27 PM
Ever get those new skins mounted up?...
This Sat if all goes according to plan. [roll]
Quick visit to the snake and back this afternoon...bike seems to be running A-OK...
More mountain biking for me.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 16, 2013, 06:23:50 PM
More mountain biking for me.
You healthy sonovagun, you... [bow_down]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 16, 2013, 07:30:50 PM
You healthy sonovagun, you... [bow_down]
I ride to make up for the poisons I like to ingest. :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 16, 2013, 07:52:48 PM
I ride to make up for the poisons I like to ingest. :D
I'm not riding enough to counter my poisons. It's starting to show. ;)
Quote from: MacDuck on August 16, 2013, 09:04:57 PM
I'm not riding enough to counter my poisons. It's starting to show. ;)
[laugh]
Quote from: MacDuck on August 16, 2013, 09:04:57 PM
I'm not riding enough to counter my poisons.
I wouldn't if all I had was the Seven. It's a great bike, but... Mountain biking is just so much more fun.
Quote from: MacDuck on August 16, 2013, 01:12:34 AM
This Sat if all goes according to plan. [roll]
[popcorn]
Got tires. Haven't gone out yet.
Took the SD out for a bit today. First time I've ridden one of the motos in about two months... :-\
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 17, 2013, 08:02:36 PM
Took the SD out for a bit today. First time I've ridden one of the motos in about two months... :-\
how was it?...
Quote from: MacDuck on August 17, 2013, 07:47:48 PM
Got tires. Haven't gone out yet.
[thumbsup]...get a couple of miles on them for tomorrow... [evil]
btw, what tires did you mount up, Q3s?...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on August 17, 2013, 08:05:25 PM
[thumbsup]...get a couple of miles on them for tomorrow... [evil]
btw, what tires did you mount up, Q3s?...
Yes. Q3's. But I don't think I'll be going tomorrow. Things could change though.
Quote from: MacDuck on August 17, 2013, 11:28:12 PM
Yes. Q3's.
Mmmmm...Q3! I have a set on my bike and can't wait for the next track wkend!
Got the tires on yesterday
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Installed a tank protector and a Power Commander 3 late in the day.
Downloading maps this morning & cleaning the garage.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1170_zps4e8e9b25.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/IMG_1170_zps4e8e9b25.jpg.html)
Quote from: MacDuck on August 18, 2013, 03:22:19 PM
Got the tires on yesterday
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Installed a tank protector and a Power Commander 3 late in the day.
Downloading maps this morning & cleaning the garage.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1170_zps4e8e9b25.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/IMG_1170_zps4e8e9b25.jpg.html)
Cool... [thumbsup]
Then I took the 848 out for the first time in what, 4 or 6 weeks, to show to a prospective buyer. Holy cow! Huge difference between it & the R12S. You guys would like me a whole lot better on the R12S than on the 848. We'd have more collective fun. If I keep the 848 I won't be able to control myself. It makes me want to do bad things and, if I keep it, then I'm not going to resist. There, I said it. The R12S is real good fun and is getting better. About 90% to 95% where I want it with the new map and suspension settings but it's not the 848. I don't want it to be the 848 but I swear if the 848 doesn't sell then I'm doomed, so to speak. [Dolph]
Trade you the SD for the 848.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 18, 2013, 07:52:23 PM
Trade you the SD for the 848.
Tempting but I want to be down to one bike again. ;)
H3, usual windward stuff, Pali to BME to say hi to MD and home...beautiful morning for a quickie... [Dolph]
So, today I caught myself wishing I was back in Hawaii for a little JJ fun run! I'm in Ohio for the wkend and separated from my bike (wife refers to her as the mistress) while we visit the inlaws. I haven't ridden on the street since moving to DC, but then again...I haven't fun a fun group like the Sunday JJ crew.
After 5x track days, I've finally decided (I think) to turn the S1000RR into a dedicated track bike. She's in NJ getting the suspension re-sprung/geometry setup by MarkBilt (Dan Kyle's East Coast shop equivalent). I'm picking her up this upcoming Friday and will safety wire her and install a set of Attack rearsets (GP shift) over the wkend...then I'm off to VIR for a little more track fun on Mon/Tue.
Next project...track body!
Update: Teresa says I have an obsession [Dolph]
Do what you like but if I had a dedicated track bike it'd be a R6 or Gixxer 600 and not an uber costly liter bike. Very possibly more fun and less $$$. Rock your own world though. [Dolph]
On that note I got the 848 towed to South Seas today. Engine shut off while going up the Pali. Just shut right off like a switch was turned off. Won't know anything more until Tuesday or so. [roll]
Quote from: MacDuck on August 31, 2013, 10:07:09 PM
On that note I got the 848 towed to South Seas today. Engine shut off while going up the Pali. Just shut right off like a switch was turned off. Won't know anything more until Tuesday or so. [roll]
Wow, if it weren't for bad luck you wouldn't have any luck at all... ???
Quote from: MacDuck on August 31, 2013, 10:07:09 PM
Do what you like but if I had a dedicated track bike it'd be a R6 or Gixxer 600 and not an uber costly liter bike. Very possibly more fun and less $$$. Rock your own world though. [Dolph]
Sorry to hear about the bike...especially since you've been off the 848 for the past 1-2 months. Yes, you are right about the R6 and that was my original plan. Admittedly, there is the inner-child that just wants to keep his toy...plus I "feel" more confident/capable on the S1000RR and the laptime difference shows.
I test rode a used 2008 R6 trackbike and a new 2014 R6 stock (factory demo) on the track. They were fun and capable, but I found a renewed appreciation for the slipper clutch/ABS/TC/quickshifter/laptimer/larger brake calipers that comes stock on the BMW. I could do the same w/ an R6 in aftermarket parts, like most local track riders have, but the price delta would shrink significantly...and trouble shooting would become a nightmare w/ all the mods. I do love how light and flickable the R6 was around the corners, but I discovered the same w/ the S1000RR once I flipped the eccentric hub/spacer on the rear shock (raises the rear's geometry)!
I'm certain the day will come when I do bin the bike...and I will sit and ponder this post! Luckily, I have 2x BMW dealers w/in an hr from me and I've already started to buy used spare parts off ebay for that day. Besides, I'll likely move to Germany next summer where the bike will truly be at home...it's rumored they make good beer! [drink]
Quote from: MacDuck on August 31, 2013, 10:07:09 PM
Do what you like but if I had a dedicated track bike it'd be a R6 or Gixxer 600 and not an uber costly liter bike. Very possibly more fun and less $$$. Rock your own world though. [Dolph]
On that note I got the 848 towed to South Seas today. Engine shut off while going up the Pali. Just shut right off like a switch was turned off. Won't know anything more until Tuesday or so. [roll]
Sorry to hear this about the 848!
Did me recognize my CRV as I yelled at you when I passed you ?
Good luck with repair [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on September 01, 2013, 11:55:03 AM
Sorry to hear this about the 848!
Did me recognize my CRV as I yelled at you when I passed you ?
Good luck with repair [thumbsup]
It has extended warranty so all is not lost.
Yes, I did recognize you. Figured you were on your way to play golf. [thumbsup]
Stopped by the new Cycle Sports facility on Nimitz this morning, Brandon was working so we had a chat...nice shop with lots of new bikes, but none that appealed to me, Suzuki needs an updated SV 1000 streetfighter... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 05, 2013, 05:35:57 PM
Stopped by the new Cycle Sports facility on Nimitz this morning, Brandon was working so we had a chat...nice shop with lots of new bikes, but none that appealed to me, Suzuki needs an updated SV 1000 streetfighter... ;D
Yamaha has an interesting 800 triple coming out.
Quote from: MacDuck on September 05, 2013, 11:35:34 PM
Yamaha has an interesting 800 triple coming out.
Been reading about it, one reviewer didn't like the lack of feel from the front end and overly sensitive throttle...but for the $$$ it could be interesting...
I didn't know that there were riding reviews out already. Most I've been finding are just press "first looks" and re-hashing the factory press release stuff. Does look like it might bear further scrutiny. Just for fun anyway.
I think it's kind of neat that triples are starting to come back. Triumph / BSA ran them back in 1970 but they didn't go anywhere or save those companies at the time.
Quote from: MacDuck on September 06, 2013, 09:39:37 AM
I didn't know that there were riding reviews out already. Most I've been finding are just press "first looks" and re-hashing the factory press release stuff. Does look like it might bear further scrutiny. Just for fun anyway.
Here's the MCM first ride...
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/videos/2013/September/sep0413-video-yamaha-mt09/ (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/videos/2013/September/sep0413-video-yamaha-mt09/)
definitely worth a look see...
[clap] [clap]
I like that MT-09
Hawaii price around 10K?
Quote from: 118811 on September 06, 2013, 11:11:41 AM
[clap] [clap]
I like that MT-09
Hawaii price around 10K?
MSRP is $7995, so I'm guessing out the door should be around $9.5k...
South Seas says the 848 is fixed. Fuel hose came off the fuel pump. Hose back on with new improved clamp that should never fail again they say. Will be picking it up tomorrow morning weather permitting. [Dolph]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 06, 2013, 10:08:07 AM
Here's the MCM first ride...
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/videos/2013/September/sep0413-video-yamaha-mt09/ (http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/videos/2013/September/sep0413-video-yamaha-mt09/)
definitely worth a look see...
I see. Well, not yet actually, I'll have to wait until I get home. ;D It looks like the MT-09 is the Euro version and the FZ-09 is the US version? ? Is that correct?
Quote from: MacDuck on September 06, 2013, 04:02:26 PM
It looks like the MT-09 is the Euro version and the FZ-09 is the US version? ? Is that correct?
That how it appears...
So, I haven't kept up w/ WSBK races this seasn (shame on me)...any recommendations for top 2 or 3 races I should watch? I'm downloading the last week's WSBK race tonight.
I've finished safety wiring my bike...wasted a lot of wire to make it look pretty in the process [bang], but I improved w/ each time...I'm jonesing for the next track day! I hope you guys enjoy your JJ run today (sans Fighter Pilot- have fun autocrossing the Beemah)...the weather looks nice today on Oahu today...partly cloudy w/ 10-20% of rain. [bow_down]
Did A little work yesterday. The exhaust cans that were supposed to be on the 848 almost two years ago finally made it to the bike.
Before --------
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and then -----
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/2009%20Ducati%20848/0907131451_zps93c543c2.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/2009%20Ducati%20848/0907131451_zps93c543c2.jpg.html)
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(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/2009%20Ducati%20848/0907131451a_zps4ad4248a.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/2009%20Ducati%20848/0907131451a_zps4ad4248a.jpg.html)
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Clean & mean
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/2009%20Ducati%20848/0907131508_zpsef522996.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/2009%20Ducati%20848/0907131508_zpsef522996.jpg.html)
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And a little bling candy on the sides
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Quote from: MacDuck on September 08, 2013, 10:06:19 PM
Did A little work yesterday. The exhaust cans that were supposed to be on the 848 almost two years ago finally made to the bike.
I know...and I still feel terrible about not swapping out the exhaust if he didn't already see the bike w/ them! Norm has quite an interesting bike collection in his stable...along with a well kept NSX! Congrats on the sale!
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 08, 2013, 11:11:16 PM
Is MacDuck duc-less?... [popcorn]
There's still a Hypermotard & a 620 Monster in the garage. [Dolph]
I presume the 848 has gone to a good home...
Quote from: freeflydive on September 08, 2013, 10:16:15 PM
I know...and I still feel terrible about not swapping out the exhaust if he didn't already see the bike w/ them! Norm has quite an interesting bike collection in his stable...along with a well kept NSX! Congrats on the sale!
Is the red duc FD's 1198? NSX... I would love to own one.
Quote from: sta on September 09, 2013, 12:20:08 AM
Is the red duc FD's 1198? NSX... I would love to own one.
Yep...that's my old 1198 (Bella), she still has a special place in my heart! While I love my S1000RR (Ingrid), Bella is the bike MD taught me how to do basic fluid maint and suspension adjustments on...he created a monster!
Now I'm safety wiring, removing/installing my wheels and tires (friend has a no-mar tire changer), changing break pads! All simple things to many, but above and beyond the level of understanding I had in 2010! I'm now helping other fellow newbies at the track that are in a bind (scary)!
The NSX is sexy and practically spotless! [beer]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 08, 2013, 11:59:28 PM
I presume the 848 has gone to a good home...
It has. It will be treated well but I doubt it will be ridden like it's been accustomed to. [evil]
Quote from: MacDuck on September 09, 2013, 09:36:55 AM
It has. It will be treated well but I doubt it will be ridden like it's been accustomed to. [evil]
congrats, it took awhile...so is the beemer fit for flogging?... [evil]
Autocrossed the WRX yesterday and had some fun...prior outings had been a bit disappointing as the car is not easy to drive on the track where understeer and turbo lag are in abundance...
Ordered a new set of skins for the SF last night...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 09, 2013, 10:58:58 AM
...so is the beemer fit for flogging?... [evil]
Pretty much, it's down to fine tuning the damping & getting used to the way it turns. It actually drops in very rapidly, holds the line real good but sometimes I overdo it a bit and have to bring it up some. That or hit the turn faster but with traffic and all lately that hasn't happened that much. ( hitting it faster that is ) It's different sitting up higher and not having the front compress under braking and turn in.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 09, 2013, 11:23:42 AM
Autocrossed the WRX yesterday and had some fun...prior outings had been a bit disappointing as the car is not easy to drive on the track where understeer and turbo lag are in abundance...
Ordered a new set of skins for the SF last night...
Pilot Powers again or something different?
Quote from: MacDuck on September 09, 2013, 04:10:18 PM
Pilot Powers again or something different?
Thought I had a set of PP 2CTs on the way from Chaparral, but I received an email from them this morning asking for another $70 for shipping so I cancelled. Every other site will tell you no free shipping as soon as you plug in your zip code...typical Chaparral, for years they've sucked customers in with the lowest advertised prices, but then have the highest shipping
and handling charges... [thumbsdown]
I may go with a set of Q3s if I can't find the 2CTs for a decent price, although I hate to change the handling of the bike from what I have now...old dog, new tricks kinda thing. How are you finding the Q3s?
I haven't run the Q3s, the the Q2s walk all over the PP on both of my bikes.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 09, 2013, 05:00:16 PM
Thought I had a set of PP 2CTs on the way from Chaparral, but I received an email from them this morning asking for another $70 for shipping so I cancelled. Every other site will tell you no free shipping as soon as you plug in your zip code...typical Chaparral, for years they've sucked customers in with the lowest advertised prices, but then have the highest shipping and handling charges... [thumbsdown]
I may go with a set of Q3s if I can't find the 2CTs for a decent price, although I hate to change the handling of the bike from what I have now...old dog, new tricks kinda thing. How are you finding the Q3s?
Don't forget to check amazon. [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on September 09, 2013, 07:23:00 PM
Don't forget to check amazon. [thumbsup]
I did...I'm not finding free shipping on these anymore... :(
edit: they have the front with free shipping, but not the rear...and the company that sells the rear says no shipping at all to Hawaii.
revzilla or motorcycle superstore?
Quote from: Darkmonster620 on September 09, 2013, 07:52:56 PM
motosport.com?
from Motosport...
Hazardous and oversized items cannot be shipped to your location. They were removed from your cart.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 09, 2013, 07:36:05 PM
I did...I'm not finding free shipping on these anymore... :(
edit: they have the front with free shipping, but not the rear...and the company that sells the rear says no shipping at all to Hawaii.
Amazon have the 190/50 with free shipping instead of 190/55. I don't think the side wall height would affect your turn-in ability, would it?
Quote from: sta on September 09, 2013, 08:49:14 PM
Amazon have the 190/50 with free shipping instead of 190/55. I don't think the side wall height would affect your turn-in ability, would it?
Have to think about that, seems to me it would drop the ride height in the rear slowing turn in...what say you MD?... ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 09, 2013, 06:09:10 PM
I haven't run the Q3s, the the Q2s walk all over the PP on both of my bikes.
Ditto for Dunlop! Many of the beginner and intermediate track riders have had great experiences logging the Q3 at the track. While subjective...I have been very impressed with the them at the track (I haven't ridden street since relocating to DC)! Traction is amazing (dry and wet), they warm up quickly, easy to flick into a corner (slightly steeper profile compared to Q2), very predictable at lean and provide plenty of feedback/feel, not finicky if off by 1-2 PSI, with slightly improved wear/durability (not a typical combo)!
My best friend ran the Q3's in the Advance class for a few of track days while running mid-pack...he had tremendous feedback, but he's moved on to Race DOT spec tires since his pace will overheat/grease the tires by the end of the day...but that's after a full day of flogging (speeding/hard braking) at almost race speeds (he's at the front 1/3 of the pack now).
As with everything, ymmv.
Opened a package from Woodcraft this afternoon...
(http://i39.tinypic.com/wkiznk.jpg)
Heavier than stock, but sexy... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 09, 2013, 08:51:28 PM
Have to think about that, seems to me it would drop the ride height in the rear slowing turn in...what say you MD?... ;D
It's a very marginal difference. The 55's do go in faster but it's harder to get the chicken strips off them whereas with th 50's it's a lot easier to burn closer to the edge. [roll]
I have always bought locally when it comes to tires. For instance down at Montgomery Power Sports Cycle Sports they mount and balance for free with purchase. I think the real difference in total cost is not that much when you get right down to it and you end up supporting locally. Sometimes that comes back in a good way in different ways. Did that make any sense?
Quote from: MacDuck on September 10, 2013, 12:18:18 AM
I have always bought locally when it comes to tires. For instance down at Montgomery Power Sports Cycle Sports they mount and balance for free with purchase. I think the real difference in total cost is not that much when you get right down to it and you end up supporting locally. Sometimes that comes back in a good way in different ways. Did that make any sense?
Local places such as SSC, Montgomery SCS, or Andy's will mount and balance with purchase of tires. Like MD said, supporting local shops can be a good thing! [thumbsup]
Quote from: MacDuck on September 10, 2013, 12:18:18 AM
I have always bought locally when it comes to tires. For instance down at Montgomery Power Sports Cycle Sports they mount and balance for free with purchase. I think the real difference in total cost is not that much when you get right down to it and you end up supporting locally. Sometimes that comes back in a good way in different ways. Did that make any sense?
I'm checking with Montgomery tomorrow...SSD wants $497 mounted & balanced for a set...
MD, what's your initial impression of the Q3s?...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 10, 2013, 08:21:25 AM
MD, what's your initial impression of the Q3s?...
They are working real good so far. I'm happy but you have to also figure that they are on a bike that is pretty new to me. Personally I think if you liked the Michelins you will really like the Q3.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 10, 2013, 12:53:18 AM
I'm checking with Montgomery tomorrow...SSD wants $497 mounted & balanced for a set...
Do you have the proper socket to remove the rear axle nut? I'm pretty sure none of the other bike shops do besides SSD. Maybe I'm wrong and they do but it's not just a big 12 point. I think there is a taper fit.
When I take the wheels off I mark the rotation direction with tape & also mark where the tire alignment mark matches up to the valve stem. Make sure all the spacers are out too.
I think Montgomery charged me $450.00 (?) for the set wheels off and I added the sealant/balance mix to both tires too -- that was extra BTW. I shouldn't get stuck with a flat somewhere though. YMMV.
Quote from: MacDuck on September 10, 2013, 10:37:27 AM
Do you have the proper socket to remove the rear axle nut? I'm pretty sure none of the other bike shops do besides SSD. Maybe I'm wrong and they do but it's not just a big 12 point. I think there is a taper fit.
When I take the wheels off I mark the rotation direction with tape & also mark where the tire alignment mark matches up to the valve stem. Make sure all the spacers are out too.
I think Montgomery charged me $450.00 (?) for the set wheels off and I added the sealant/balance mix to both tires too -- that was extra BTW. I shouldn't get stuck with a flat somewhere though. YMMV.
I don't have the socket so I may as well stick with SSD...they've treated me right with some stuff so I'll give them the business...
Changed the starter in the wife's car this afternoon...
I'll take mainland/trackside prices any day for my tires.
My buddy Mike & I drove to Thunderbolt @ NJMP tonight to set up for our Wed/Thurs track days w/ NESBA. To our pleasant surprise, the AMA crew is already here getting set up for the wkend race! Yoshumurah rented out "Lightning" track to test out bikes/parts. Should be a fun wk away from the office. It'll be interesting to see how the bike feels w/ the new fork springs & refresh.
Wishing MD, FP, STA & Brandon M. were here.
The Coleman's location near met set me up with Q2s (fr & r) for $310, installed on both bikes. Can't really complain about that.
Ran another couple hundred rds through the new handgun purchase this evening.
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 10, 2013, 08:09:39 PM
The Coleman's location near met set me up with Q2s (fr & r) for $310, installed on both bikes. Can't really complain about that.
Ran another couple hundred rds through the new handgun purchase this evening.
Thats a great price...trackside is a bit cheaper, but I have to remove the wheels myself. Which Coleman store? The Falls Church branch has a great gear/parts shop with great staff/service...never had a warm & IZ_ at the Woodbridge branch.
Which gun did you get? I'll be at the range (Marine Corps) for my annual M4 & M9 quals next wk. A lot of early mornings ahead...range goes hot at the crack of sunrise! I need my eyes checked...the silhouette target now looks IZ_ at 500 yards...never was a problem before! :o
I'm close to the Woodbridge location, as I live in Occoquan. I've always had good luck with these guys, but it seems to be a mixed bag with some other folk. Probably helped that I introduced myself to Casey (the Ducati wrench) by giving him a mixed six pack of craft brews.
I picked up an M&P9 last Friday. Put a couple hundred rds through it on Sunday, and again this evening. It's an interesting item, but I'm so used to shooting Glocks... Not sure if I really want to spend the time/energy learning a new trigger system.
The beer is always a nice jesture of goodwill & friendship. I fired the S&W/M&P 9mm the other wk while in Ohio. I don't know about the Glock, but the trigger pull felt a bit heavy/mushy, with an unintuitive reset...but might be that I'm not used to it. Otherwise I thought it was a decent weapon w/ ok shot groups. It had a comfortable grip, but that depends on the person.
If interested, you can try this trigger fix/"enhancement." https://apextactical.com/store/product-info.php?pid35.html (https://apextactical.com/store/product-info.php?pid35.html)
Changed the oil in the SF, de-dusted the clutch with compressed air and installed the new clutch cover...
Was going to change my oil today but now the hex bolt is rounded to sh*t. I should have checked that when I bought the bike i guess. I don't know how to take off a rounded hex :-[. I'm just sitting down looking at my bike now lol. [thumbsdown]
Quote from: justin123560 on September 14, 2013, 02:22:35 PM
Was going to change my oil today but now the hex bolt is rounded to sh*t. I should have checked that when I bought the bike i guess. I don't know how to take off a rounded hex :-[. I'm just sitting down looking at my bike now lol. [thumbsdown]
There's not much that we folks here in Hawaii can do to help you but I recommend that the next thing you do is to buy a new drain plug. There will be lots of folks around you that can help you take off the old one but you have to have the new one first.
Quote from: MacDuck on September 14, 2013, 03:57:15 PM
There's not much that we folks here in Hawaii can do to help you
Well, you send him some poke. That might help. ;D
gave the bike a much needed half-assed wash... went for a walk... logged on here
Quote from: teddy037.3 on September 15, 2013, 02:26:10 PM
gave the bike a much needed half-assed wash... went for a walk... logged on here
Nice to see that you are still around!
Quote from: MacDuck on September 15, 2013, 11:29:13 PM
Nice to see that you are still around!
yep, I'm still hanging around somewhere
Hi! I've finally recuperated from 2x track days at Thunderbolt (NJMP) and a full wkend of hosting family in DC...with many empty bottles of Fat Tire! My buddy Mike and I did 2x track days (Wed & Thurs) at Thunderbolt....it's my favorite track and I always have a great time! One of the AMA rookie supersport racers "Kaleb De Keyrel" parked next to us and gave us pointers/coached us, trackside, all day Thursday...he even kept our laptimes and helped us shave off 2 seconds a lap...did I forget to mention he was 16 y/o?!
Luckily, we got to share the garages/paddock area with the AMA crews and racers (while we were tearing down and they were setting up). We got to walk around the various AMA garages and made small talk with everyone around...to include Scott Russell, Elena Myers and Josh Haye's crew. While we didn't stay for the race wkend, it was a nice way to finish a great time away from the office. Well it's bed time for me...hope you enjoy some of the photos.
Evidently, I'm still incapable of getting off the center of the bike. I'll work on it this Sunday!
(http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u435/freeflydive/Misc%20Folder/Thunderbolt/photo-7.jpg) (http://s1067.photobucket.com/user/freeflydive/media/Misc%20Folder/Thunderbolt/photo-7.jpg.html)
My "FRONT" tire (Q3) after 2x sessions...I still have a lot of lean angle left! A few of the fast A group riders have successfully used them when GPA's weren't available.
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Scott Russell away from the mic.
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Nice enclosed trailer!!! [Dolph]
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Everything looks nice in KTM Orange!
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Graves Yamaha Factory garage (Josh Haye's bikes are on the far left).
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Roger Hayden's Bike.
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Cool!... [thumbsup]
[drool]very cool!!
Good stuff! [thumbsup]
Went riding with some SCCA friends today...had some fun, but half as much riding and twice the breaks than our JJ rides... ;D
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on September 29, 2013, 06:38:53 PM
Went riding with some SCCA friends today...had some fun, but half as much riding and twice the breaks than our JJ rides... ;D
Missed the rain did you? ? We had two big ones come through this morning on the Windward side. Big drops, tropical straight down rain that lasted about 15 minutes each. Got nice in the afternoon though.
Quote from: MacDuck on September 29, 2013, 10:02:44 PM
Missed the rain did you? ? We had two big ones come through this morning on the Windward side. Big drops, tropical straight down rain that lasted about 15 minutes each. Got nice in the afternoon though.
Just a few light drops. Spent the day riding out to Dillingham Field, hanging out and then lunch in Haleiwa and hanging out some more...nice change 'o pace... ;D
I got my first project bike this weekend!! I traded an old scooter that I hot rodded (add irony here) that I couldn't sell. One of the guys I ride with here offered to trade his non-running 82 Guzzi V50 for it. So did a title swap. Took it to my buddy Drew's (darkguzzi) and he had it running in within an hour. Stupid loose wire on the ignition. Rode it up and down the street a couple times then we took it all apart.
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2872/10020399135_7dec93b769_b.jpg)
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SCORE!!! ^^^^
After working on Gloria's second SL all day Saturday and finally fixing the mystery horn short problem along with replacing the right steering tie rod and getting the replacement antenna motor set properly we were notified today that the first SL is done with the accident repair. Down for 5 months and now back..........
Quote from: MacDuck on October 01, 2013, 08:38:35 PM
After working on Gloria's second SL all day Saturday and finally fixing the mystery horn short problem along with replacing the right steering tie rod and getting the replacement antenna motor set properly we were notified today that the first SL is done with the accident repair. Down for 5 months and now back..........
so now you have two burgundy SLs?... ???...I thought the one you were working on was built up using parts from the crashed one... [popcorn]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 01, 2013, 09:49:29 PM
so now you have two burgundy SLs?... ???...I thought the one you were working on was built up using parts from the crashed one... [popcorn]
Yep. Almost identical twins. The crashed one is an '87 and the one you saw me working on is an '88 that was bought as a whole, complete running car. She got that to use while the other one was being fixed. The crashed one has 167,000 miles on it and the '88 has 65,000 miles. I wanted her to just buy the '88 and not fix the the '87 but noooo.......... It's OK. All good. The repair on the '87 is beautiful so far. I'll get a better look at it over the weekend. So now I have two SL's to fill my weekends. [roll]
Quote from: MacDuck on October 02, 2013, 09:50:29 AM
Yep. Almost identical twins. The crashed one is an '87 and the one you saw me working on is an '88 that was bought as a whole, complete running car. She got that to use while the other one was being fixed. The crashed one has 167,000 miles on it and the '88 has 65,000 miles. I wanted her to just buy the '88 and not fix the the '87 but noooo.......... It's OK. All good. The repair on the '87 is beautiful so far. I'll get a better look at it over the weekend. So now I have two SL's to fill my weekends. [roll]
Lol, can't have too many SL's!
[thumbsup]
scrape paint from door frame, eat some lunch... check tracking info... I think it's siesta time
Spit shined the moto this afternoon in anticipation of a sunny dry Sunday... [Dolph]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on October 31, 2013, 05:55:16 PM
Spit shined the moto this afternoon in anticipation of a sunny dry Sunday... [Dolph]
Uh, oh.
Naked R1200S. Depending, depending, I might not make it out for a couple of weeks. Doing some fairing/windshield mount reinforcement work. Installed the rear pegs. Clutch fluid flush & renew coming up along with front & rear brake fluid flush & renew.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1153_zpsa4877e66.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1153_zpsa4877e66.jpg.html)
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1152_zps8b432546.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1152_zps8b432546.jpg.html)
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run errands
read a bit
sleep a bit
eat a sammich
think seriously about my life and it's direction
Took down the Christmas tree & outdoor lights. Watched the rest of the tree get cut. Took the bike out for a quick ride into town & over Tantalus. Heading out with Gloria in a few minutes to go watch a movie.
Don't forget to ride your bicycle. ;D
lost some nerd cred :'(
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 01, 2014, 05:23:36 PM
Don't forget to ride your bicycle. ;D
There will be a lot more of that in 2014. Way more than what was done in 2013.
Quote from: derRoteBaron on January 01, 2014, 10:37:45 PM
There will be a lot more of that in 2014. Way more than what was done in 2013.
[thumbsup]
Competitive Cyclist was blowing out Castelli gear not to long ago. They've got them at 15% off now, just in case you need some.
Made appt for my monster's oil leak at ssd, found out that ssd is now part of JN group.
Quote from: sta on January 04, 2014, 05:46:59 PM
found out that ssd is now part of JN group.
That is not good, not good at all... ???
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 04, 2014, 07:01:50 PM
That is not good, not good at all... ???
Got something against Joe Nicolai?
Quote from: derRoteBaron on January 04, 2014, 10:06:41 PM
Got something against Joe Nicolai?
Don't know him personally, but his dealerships aren't exactly known for treating their customers fairly. Go check out Cycle City, everything is marked up way over MSRP...I'm sure he's pocketed more than his fair share of returning GI's saved up combat pay.
When I first got here in '75, I seem to recall that JN Chevrolet was off limits because of the way they were screwing over service personnel with financing, etc.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 04, 2014, 10:25:28 PM
When I first got here in '75, I seem to recall that JN Chevrolet was off limits because of the way they were screwing over service personnel with financing, etc.
They were on the frowned upon list when I got there as well, in 2007.
I heard a rumor yesterday that South Seas Waipahu was closed. Might just be a connection there. JN wouldn't need two Harley and two Kawasaki outlets. What about the Triumph folks?
Quote from: derRoteBaron on January 05, 2014, 10:55:53 AM
I heard a rumor yesterday that South Seas Waipahu was closed.
That would suck. I always liked the guys out in Waipahu FAR more than Bill and crew. In all honesty, Will was the only person that kept the Honolulu shop worth going to after Chad left.
Wow, that would mean of the five motorbike shops in Honolulu, three would fall under the JN umbrella...Domenico's & Cycle Sport being the other two. I've got a feeling that the price of Hondas, Ducs and Beemers is going up...you should be able to source a Yamaha from Domenico's...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 05, 2014, 11:57:19 AM
Wow, that would mean of the five motorbike shops in Honolulu, three would fall under the JN umbrella...Domenico's & Cycle Sport being the other two. I've got a feeling that the price of Hondas, Ducs and Beemers is going up...you should be able to source a Yamaha from Domenico's...
Yes..... but then one would have to deal with T.C. Not the best deal either. If the prices go up then that might create extra incentive to buy from the mainland. So far as I know the prices on Kawasaki's and Aprilia's aren't outrageously high. Marked up over mainland MSRP, that's true, but no higher than the South Seas markup from what I recall. I shouldn't be looking at new Ducati's or new BMW's anyway. [roll]
So, in a way, this leaves Montgomery Motors Powersports. Got to root for Brandon, Kim & Laydon. [thumbsup]
What the tree looked like before we started on it ........
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Then after half a day of cutting .........
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After a full day of cutting .......
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And finally .......
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That thing must have provided all kinds of nice shade.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 05, 2014, 05:49:51 PM
That thing must have provided all kinds of nice shade.
Give it six months to a year. It'll have all kinds of leaf cover again. This was a potted Ficus tree that iived in an apartment living room in it's early years and was transplanted to the back yard after the house was built.
make the beast with two backs! Seriously?
Quote from: derRoteBaron on January 05, 2014, 03:50:29 PM
So, in a way, this leaves Montgomery Motors Powersports. Got to root for Brandon, Kim & Laydon. [thumbsup]
Wouldn't mind a Suzuki if they would come up with an updated TL1000 in naked form... [evil]
Drove the WRX to 1st place in D-Stock today...I'm stoked!... ;D
[thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 05, 2014, 06:09:38 PM
make the beast with two backs! Seriously?
I shit you not. That tree lived in a pot in a wicker basket in the corner of Dave's living room for over five years. Then it lived in the living room of a house right outside Lanikai while the Norfolk house was being built. Amazing no?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 05, 2014, 06:22:50 PM
Drove the WRX to 1st place in D-Stock today...I'm stoked!... ;D
[thumbsup] +1
Quote from: derRoteBaron on January 05, 2014, 06:06:31 PM
Give it six months to a year. It'll have all kinds of leaf cover again. This was a potted Ficus tree that iived in an apartment living room in it's early years and was transplanted to the back yard after the house was built.
Crazy!... :o
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 05, 2014, 06:11:35 PM
Wouldn't mind a Suzuki if they would come up with an updated TL1000 in naked form... [evil]
That's called a SV1000. ;D
Autocrossed the WRX today and drove like an old man... :(
Found Jeebus and led him around one of my favorite routes. Then I ran over my front wheel. [bang] [bang] [bang]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 19, 2014, 09:11:52 PM
Autocrossed the WRX today and drove like an old man... :(
Some days you eat the bear. Other days the bear eats you. :D
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 20, 2014, 03:22:30 AM
Found Jeebus and led him around one of my favorite routes. Then I ran over my front wheel. [bang] [bang] [bang]
What do you mean, " I ran over my front wheel." ? How do you do that? I have Monty Python visions running around in my brain.
Long story. Let's just say it was more frustrating than anything. Well, guess it will end up being more expensive than anything, but I guess that counts as frustrating as well...
I was supposed to be, but the trip was cancelled. The boom actually comes from me getting notification that my VA disability claim went through, and I got a 30% rating.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2014, 08:23:28 PM
I was supposed to be, but the trip was cancelled. The boom actually comes from me getting notification that my VA disability claim went through, and I got a 30% rating.
Well that's cool, but how does that affect your job?
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 24, 2014, 08:23:28 PM
I was supposed to be, but the trip was cancelled. The boom actually comes from me getting notification that my VA disability claim went through, and I got a 30% rating.
Is that 30% disabled or 30% good? And I assume there's some compensation that goes along with that, whatever that is?
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 24, 2014, 09:02:27 PM
Well that's cool, but how does that affect your job?
More than likely not one darned bit.
30% disabled from the multiple lower back injuries and the broken/necrotic bone in my wrist. It comes with a financial benefit of a (currently) $400 a month deposit into my checking account. Nice thing about that is the fact that the money is tax free, and will be adjusted as the cost of living increases due it inflation. A rating of 30 or higher also becomes adjusted (increased) any time a vet has dependents, so if I ever get married again it turns into MO MONEY MO MONEY MO MONEY. And there is an impact on the job on top of all that. It's a good one though, as I'm working for the fed gov. Having a service related disability grants you preferential points any time you compete for a government job, like promotions and what not. So overall, it's a REALLY good thing.
Nice day for the Pro Bowl. [roll]
Got the TV mounted up on the wall in the garage. Sat nights are going to take a new turn. [beer]
Got wet... >:(
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on January 26, 2014, 04:22:17 PM
Got wet... >:(
It's not looking real promising for next weekend either according to the weather folks.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 05, 2014, 11:08:05 AM
That would suck. I always liked the guys out in Waipahu FAR more than Bill and crew. In all honesty, Will was the only person that kept the Honolulu shop worth going to after Chad left.
Yeah I've had a bad experience with South Seas. Took in my bike because of electrical issues. They took about 4 months to diagnose the problem and finally found out that the fan relay wire was corroded. They replaced the fan relay, but the fan didn't kick in when I was riding it in stop and go traffic. Bike overheated because it was a faulty fan relay. I don't really trust the service department. They made a small scratch on my lower fairing which I noticed after I took it out of the dealership. Bike (848 evo) is about to be 2 years old in May (has about 3k miles) and I might need the belts replaced.
Anyone know a good independent mechanic who works on Ducatis? First post, came over from the ducati.org forum because it seems like the community is much more active here than over there.
I wouldn't worry about the belts just yet **unless** you have some reason to worry beyond the mileage/age.
Thanks for the reply, the manual says 2 years or 7,500 miles whichever comes first. I also think the humidity here would put more wear on the belts as well.
Quote from: footdragger on January 29, 2014, 02:03:32 PM
Thanks for the reply, the manual says 2 years or 7,500 miles whichever comes first. I also think the humidity here would put more wear on the belts as well.
Welcome over here! I agree the Ducati.org is a bit slow and trying to do anything with those folks is worse than herding cats. [laugh]
If your bike still has any kind of warranty remaining ( factory or extended ) then I recommend replacing the belts at 2 yrs without question. If it's out of warranty then you could go three years but I wouldn't risk any longer than that. That's what I did with my old 848.
Quote from: footdragger on January 29, 2014, 02:03:32 PM
Thanks for the reply, the manual says 2 years or 7,500 miles whichever comes first. I also think the humidity here would put more wear on the belts as well.
Park your ass on it for another 100 hours or so before you change the belts. The only way I would be concerned is if it sat idle for more than six months. My guess is your current belts would be hard to tell from brand new.
T
Thanks Der and Ther.
The bike was purchased new on May 2012 so the 2 year warranty will run out in May of this year. I'm probably going to have them changed in 3 years (May 2015). Been reading the topic on different forums and supposedly the kevlar belts are more durable.
Cool.
Have you considered getting an extended warranty for it? I did and it was worth it.
I thought about it but I thought you were supposed to get it when you initially purchase the bike.
Quote from: footdragger on January 30, 2014, 08:12:20 PM
I thought about it but I thought you were supposed to get it when you initially purchase the bike.
You can purchase an extended warranty up until your factory warranty is ready to expire, although I'd do it a bit earlier than that. Talk to Erin the finance guy at South Seas...he quoted me about $1200 for three years for my F1098.
Arg, it would mean I would continue to have to get the bike serviced at South Seas.
When my bike had electrical issues, the dealership did possibly the laziest diagnosis job. I told them the error code and etc and they thought it was just a bad battery even when I told them that I had even tried test a new battery on the bike and it still wouldn't start.
I have a few months to think about it. But thank you pilot!
Quote from: footdragger on January 31, 2014, 12:49:41 PM
Arg, it would mean I would continue to have to get the bike serviced at South Seas.
Unless you do it yourself you're kind of stuck with South Seas...
Someone told me that there is this mechanic in Kalihi named Ivan who has experience working with Ducati. I'll probably check him out after the warranty expires and let you guys know.
Ordered one of these today...
http://www.amazon.com/Arai-Astro-FORMULA-Helmet-W-ASTRO-IQ-001/dp/B004BT0HZY (http://www.amazon.com/Arai-Astro-FORMULA-Helmet-W-ASTRO-IQ-001/dp/B004BT0HZY)
ordered from these guys...
http://www.english.ghost.co.jp/ (http://www.english.ghost.co.jp/)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on February 05, 2014, 03:56:08 PM
Ordered one of these today...
http://www.amazon.com/Arai-Astro-FORMULA-Helmet-W-ASTRO-IQ-001/dp/B004BT0HZY (http://www.amazon.com/Arai-Astro-FORMULA-Helmet-W-ASTRO-IQ-001/dp/B004BT0HZY)
ordered from these guys...
http://www.english.ghost.co.jp/ (http://www.english.ghost.co.jp/)
Nice!
Quick run out to Ko Olina this afternoon...stopped by SSD on the way home, didn't see Sta's bike there... [popcorn]
I guess someone is working on it?
Went down to South Seas for the big "Slasher" sale and was disappointed that Madman Dan wasn't there...he usually is for the JN Automotive slasher events.
Not much inventory and the bikes on hand looked to be marked up ala Cycle City...2014 R1 MSRP $14,290 listed as $15,780 plus fees).
Also asked Bill about availability of the S1000R nekkid...no word as of yet.
Sold my very first item on eBay today. It was a carbon fiber rear seat cover for the old 999. Yay! More stuff has to go for sure now.
Did about sixty miles on the Seven.
http://app.strava.com/activities/118795572 (http://app.strava.com/activities/118795572)
Quote from: derRoteBaron on March 08, 2014, 03:33:42 PM
Sold my very first item on eBay today. It was a carbon fiber rear seat cover for the old 999. Yay! More stuff has to go for sure now.
Cool!... [thumbsup]
was hoping for a drying trend today... :(
Quote from: derRoteBaron on March 08, 2014, 03:33:42 PM
Sold my very first item on eBay today. It was a carbon fiber rear seat cover for the old 999. Yay! More stuff has to go for sure now.
Good for you!!
Time put all that golf inventory up too... ;D
Quote from: 118811 on March 08, 2014, 10:35:04 PM
Good for you!!
Time put all that golf inventory up too... ;D
Absolutely! Know anyone that would want some Fujikura Speeder 767 shafts?
Yesterday, helped my son cut up, load and haul two full size pickup truck loads of termite damaged tool shed and fencing to the Kapaa Transfer Station...today, have a sore back...but not too sore to ride on Sunday...;D
Installed one of these on my SF this morning...smoothes out the clutch engagement, nice mod for $40... [thumbsup]
http://www.motomfg.com/Ducati_billet_clutch_spring_retainer_spider_retain_p/cs-1.htm (http://www.motomfg.com/Ducati_billet_clutch_spring_retainer_spider_retain_p/cs-1.htm)
a whole lot of sleep today, and test drive a couple of mechanical keyboards at best buy... pretty cool that they have them out on display like that
Had the PP3s mounted up at SSD this morning...bike is feels more nimble and, as advertised, wants to turn in more readily....probably a combination of the PP3 profile and slightly squared off 2CTs...
Shoveled snow for the first time in 50 years.
Quote from: derRoteBaron on April 03, 2014, 07:56:57 AM
Shoveled snow for the first time in 50 years.
Yee Haw!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: derRoteBaron on April 03, 2014, 07:56:57 AM
Shoveled snow for the first time in 50 years.
;D
(http://mrbarmaster.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/snow-shovel.jpg)
Put about 50 miles on the PP3s this afternoon...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on April 08, 2014, 05:14:02 PM
Put about 50 miles on the PP3s this afternoon...
Put on another 30 yesterday...gettin' ready for Sunday... [Dolph]
R&R'd the alternator in my wife's ES 300 this afternoon...new one from NAPA with lifetime warranty and no core charge was $1 cheaper than their same brand remanufactured one... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on April 11, 2014, 06:35:23 PM
Put on another 30 yesterday...gettin' ready for Sunday... [Dolph]
I think you need a new set for Sunday already. ;D [thumbsup]
Accidentally punched out my left eye this morning & blinded myself for a bit. Still not totally right. Fixed broken, dangling rear turn signals on a Hypermotard. Cleaned, detailed & spiffed up the R12S and listed it on eBay. Watched it rain on & off all day. Took Gloria out to dinner for Mother's Day.
Quote from: derRoteBaron on May 12, 2014, 12:20:22 AM
Accidentally punched out my left eye this morning & blinded myself for a bit.
Hope it's not serious...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 12, 2014, 12:38:20 AM
Hope it's not serious...
We'll see about that........get it? [cheeky]
Quote from: derRoteBaron on May 12, 2014, 12:40:08 AM
We'll see about that........get it? [cheeky]
Not your best work.
Why'd you decide to hate your eye?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 12, 2014, 03:51:10 AM
Not your best work.
Why'd you decide to hate your eye?
One of those big flying cockroaches was loose in the bedroom just as I was waking up and sitting up in bed. The thing bounced off the nightstand lamp & hit me in the head. I didn't even have my eyes open ( the good thing ) and I swung at it. Missed it but not me. :P Not a great way to start the day.
Quote from: MadDuck on May 12, 2014, 12:40:08 AM
We'll see about that........get it? [cheeky]
Lol,
Seriously, though hope alls well !?
Like the new avatar .... [thumbsup]
Quote from: 118811 on May 13, 2014, 12:53:57 AM
Lol,
Seriously, though hope alls well !?
Like the new old avatar .... [thumbsup]
Fixed that for you.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2014, 01:17:01 AM
Fixed that for you.
oh, must have been before my time. 8)
Quote from: 118811 on May 13, 2014, 12:33:32 PM
oh, must have been before my time. 8)
I think it was just before DRB, so not even a year ago..........or not....... maybe I went from the Sitting Duck avatar to the R12S and this one was before the Sitting Duck -- who cares?? ;D
I care, and I think it was Mad Duck, Mac Duck and then dRB*... :-*
*since I've been around anyways...
Sat on the new SDR today.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 13, 2014, 05:08:57 PM
I care, and I think it was Mad Duck, Mac Duck and then dRB*... :-*
*since I've been around anyways...
Yeah, you're right FP!!!!
We care... [Dolph]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 13, 2014, 06:39:14 PM
Sat on the new SDR today.
and?... [popcorn]
(I was gonna ask if you could get both feet on the ground, but that wouldn't be nice so I didn't)
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 13, 2014, 10:50:12 PM
and?... [popcorn]
(I was gonna ask if you could get both feet on the ground, but that wouldn't be nice so I didn't)
Just so you know,... he did....... and when did we start worrying about that kind of nice? ? [evil]
And I don't know the exact timeline of the avatars but I like the evil cigar smoker the best!!
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 13, 2014, 10:50:12 PM
(I was gonna ask if you could get both feet on the ground, but that wouldn't be nice so I didn't)
Yup, sure could. But then again, I could on my SD as well, just not flat footing it.
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 13, 2014, 10:50:12 PM
and?... [popcorn]
(I was gonna ask if you could get both feet on the ground, but that wouldn't be nice so I didn't)
Forgive my ignorance....but what is a SDR?
Not, the Yamaha 200 SDR...right?
Super Duke 1290 R...
Quote from: 'fighter pilot on May 14, 2014, 01:39:57 PM
Super Duke 1290 R...
Oh yeah thats a BADASS bike!!!
any on island yet?
Quote from: 118811 on May 14, 2014, 10:31:13 AM
Forgive my ignorance....but what is a SDR?
Not, the Yamaha 200 SDR...right?
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/SDR_zps89469fbf.jpg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/b_upton/media/Moto/SDR_zps89469fbf.jpg.html)
Most likely won't be any on island unless someone ships it in from the mainland themselves.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 14, 2014, 02:06:53 PM
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/SDR_zps89469fbf.jpg) (http://s192.photobucket.com/user/b_upton/media/Moto/SDR_zps89469fbf.jpg.html)
Most likely won't be any on island unless someone ships it in from the mainland themselves.
That's like looking at a super model. The long legged female kind ---- kind of. [drool]
With a firm butt?
Removed the passenger pegs and changed the grips on the Speedy R this morning...
Went for a ride yesterday to put some miles on the Speedy...stadium, Haleiwa, Kahuku, and the Pali tunnel to home...it was raining all the way from Laie until I cleared the tunnel on my side of the mountains...needless to say the Speedy is no longer showroom fresh, in fact it's filthy, much more so that the SF ever got in the rain...aside from some road repaving on Kam near Dole Plantation, there was no traffic to speak of...nice leisurely ride except for the rain...
Short ride today, H3 to the usual windward stuff, then Pali to a fairly messy Tantalus and then to SSD where I saw MD's frosted denim blue S1000R in the showroom.
Then to home where I cleaned the Speedy, installed a set of Evotech frame sliders and adjusted the bars and controls.
Sorry, not my color.
Speaking of BMW's and color...I dropped off my bike at the paint shop to have the Armour Bodies track plastics painted.
This is my first time designing a paint scheme (beer helped)...I'm staying with the motorsport color "theme." The tail will be changed/lightened up…likely to white with motorsport accents and a number plate. Wish me luck!
[shot]
(http://i1067.photobucket.com/albums/u435/freeflydive/Majdi910Alt2.jpg)
That looks good!...
Among lots of things done yesterday I went down to South Seas to check on that blue S1000R. Just for grins. ;D But it was gone. :o There was a red one on the floor that was so new out of the box that it still had packing protection strips on the exhaust and it too had a " Sold - Do Not Sit On " on it. :o They also had a new 1000RR with the black tank / red side fairings sitting there. [drool]
While gawking in the showroom, up rode this bike, which gathered a crowd pretty quickly.
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/photo-2_zpsd58aa3ba.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/photo-2_zpsd58aa3ba.jpg.html)
Then when I got home later this was sitting in the garage:
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1153_zps61202b7e.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/IMG_1153_zps61202b7e.jpg.html)
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(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1154_zpsa88dbf76.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/IMG_1154_zpsa88dbf76.jpg.html)
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(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/IMG_1155_zps5f9e6652.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/IMG_1155_zps5f9e6652.jpg.html)
The BMW, is that the new R Nine T?
and of course the Pantera is always cool...
Yup. R Nine T. Not the best picture.
Short ride this morning to get the "service" indicator icon to trip, then washed the bike and lubed the chain.
500 mile service appointment at Cycle City tomorrow morning, should be interesting.. [popcorn].
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 05, 2014, 03:16:56 PM
Short ride this morning to get the "service" indicator icon to trip, then washed the bike and lubed the chain.
500 mile service appointment at Cycle City tomorrow morning, should be interesting.. [popcorn].
Interesting because ? ? ? .............
Quote from: MadDuck on June 05, 2014, 03:22:45 PM
Interesting because ? ? ? .............
Well, when I purchased the bike the sales guy told me that a no valve adjustment service would run me about $400...kinda pricey for an oil change, chain adjustment if needed, coolant top off, clutch cable adjustment, check for leaks, etc...their labor rate is $120/hr, so it will be interesting to see how it all plays out... ;D
Speed 3r P
Is Chris still Service Manager @ Triumph?
Quote from: 118811 on June 05, 2014, 07:39:40 PM
Speed 3r P
Is Chris still Service Manager @ Triumph?
I kind of doubt it, Cycle City is the authorized Triumph dealer now so I imagine their service manager is in charge...
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 05, 2014, 08:07:54 PM
I kind of doubt it, Cycle City is the authorized Triumph dealer now so I imagine their service manager is in charge...
Oh, a little further for you.....
But I would bet way better overall!!
Quote from: 118811 on June 05, 2014, 09:37:54 PM
Oh, a little further for you.....
But I would bet way better overall!!
Just down the street from me, I'm close to the stadium...hopefully they are proficient and treat me right... ;D
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 05, 2014, 04:33:46 PM
Well, when I purchased the bike the sales guy told me that a no valve adjustment service would run me about $400...kinda pricey for an oil change, chain adjustment if needed, coolant top off, clutch cable adjustment, check for leaks, etc...their labor rate is $120/hr, so it will be interesting to see how it all plays out... ;D
OK, I see why now. Keep us posted.
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 05, 2014, 10:27:38 PM
Just down the street from me, I'm close to the stadium...hopefully they are proficient and treat me right... ;D
My mistake....I thought you were out in Ewa!!
Quote from: 118811 on June 06, 2014, 12:29:10 AM
My mistake....I thought you were out in Ewa!!
I believe that's twice you've made that assumption... :-*
Took the Speedy in to Cycle City for the 500 mile service this morning.
All in all I'm very satisfied with the work...the oil level for the crankcase is spot on, there's no leakage around the oil filter and crankcase drain, mirrors/controls are as they were when I brought the bike in and it's clean. The only negative is that the tech neglected to reset the service indicator and I can live with that until I get it reset.
The cost was $236 plus tax and I provided my own oil*, so it was about a $300 service....a little pricey maybe, but I can live with that if they do the job correctly and don't break anything... ;)
*note: they use a Kawasaki branded synthetic and they were not adverse to me providing my own oil so I brought in a four liter jug of Silkolene 4T Race 10w40 from SSD...when I picked up the bike they returned the Silkolene jug with the unused oil (maybe a half liter) without me asking for it, a plus in my book.
In conclusion, I rate them 4.5 stars out of 5...1/2 point off for not resetting the service indicator.
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 06, 2014, 06:53:12 PM
In conclusion, I rate them 4.5 stars out of 5...1/2 point off for not resetting the service indicator.
Good deal. Glad they took care of you.
Hit the road at 0530 and put 15.6 miles on the Seven Axiom. Not big miles by most peoples standards, and not by mine either but I haven't done that for a long while. My legs and butt are sure feeling it now. Did 3 laps over Tantalus in the afternoon, two of them with Brandon so that was good fun.
Cleaned the Speedy yesterday and adjusted the handlebars and controls again...having difficulty getting used to the bars, a bit more pullback than I'm used to...have tracking number for the SC-Project slip on... ;D
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 10, 2014, 11:40:35 AM
Cleaned the Speedy yesterday and adjusted the handlebars and controls again...having difficulty getting used to the bars, a bit more pullback than I'm used to...have tracking number for the SC-Project slip on... ;D
Cool beans.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 10, 2014, 10:59:58 PM
Cool beans.
Slip on arrived today...hopefully will do the install on Sat, if not then on Monday...
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 10, 2014, 11:22:05 PM
Slip on arrived today...
Yep...I hate you! [cheeky]
I've been battling the idea of changing my exhaust for a while...I finally made the big boy decision to not do it (until I bin it)...now my mental-gremlins are back! [evil] My retirement pay is not going to keep up with my hobbies!
[Dolph]
Quote from: freeflydive on June 11, 2014, 08:22:48 PM
Yep...I hate you! [cheeky]
I've been battling the idea of changing my exhaust for a while...I finally made the big boy decision to not do it (until I bin it)...now my mental-gremlins are back! [evil] My retirement pay is not going to keep up with my hobbies!
[Dolph]
http://www.sc-project.com/bmw_s1000rr_e.htm (http://www.sc-project.com/bmw_s1000rr_e.htm)
Quote from: freeflydive on June 11, 2014, 08:22:48 PM
Yep...I hate you! [cheeky]
I've been battling the idea of changing my exhaust for a while...I finally made the big boy decision to not do it (until I bin it)...now my mental-gremlins are back! [evil] My retirement pay is not going to keep up with my hobbies!
[Dolph]
Are you gonna go with a slip on or full system? [evil]
Quote from: MadDuck on June 12, 2014, 09:07:49 AM
Are you gonna go with a slip on or full system? [evil]
It would be rude to not go with the full Akro system.
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 12, 2014, 06:28:35 PM
It would be rude to not go with the full Akro system.
[laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 12, 2014, 06:28:35 PM
It would be rude to not go with the full Akro system.
For his bike & purposes, yes. What he should do is buy the HP4 full exhaust kit with ECU. [thumbsup] [evil]
Put about 50 miles on the new tire today in preparation for tomorrow's ride...I may be tip toeing a bit depending on how it feels... ;D
Just spin that thing up once or twice, it'll all be fine. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 21, 2014, 08:21:13 PM
Just spin that thing up once or twice, it'll all be fine. [evil]
Thanks DW, you always have the most helpful of suggestions... [roll]
Quote from: MadDuck on June 12, 2014, 11:05:23 PM
For his bike & purposes, yes. What he should do is buy the HP4 full exhaust kit with ECU. [thumbsup] [evil]
You guys aren't helping at all! I finally got the ArmourBodies superbike fairings painted and installed (minus the race belly pan). The bike is finally a track dedicated machine. While I don't need the extra power, I'll likely buy the full akra system so I can fit the beautifully painted belly pan that I now have sitting in storage!
(http://apimcdn.akrapovic.com/ImageServer/Apimmedia/155/f59d241bf4c149cf937c61e17f9e2585_HIRes.png?bmw-s-1000-rr-exhaust&width=1275&height=800)
Let us know how the fuel / ignition management mods get handled.
I've been told multiple times that the ECU is programed to adjust/recalibrate the A/F ratio. If that doesn't work, I'll go the PC/Auto tune route. I'll let you know when I pull the trigger on the exhaust.
Followed MD's lead and installed my new slip on...
(http://i61.tinypic.com/mmrfyv.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/2zzhi0z.jpg)
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 23, 2014, 03:17:14 PM
Followed MD's lead and installed my new slip on...
(http://i61.tinypic.com/mmrfyv.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/2zzhi0z.jpg)
That's looking real good Gene! Now you just need a fender eliminator ( which is what I'm supposed to do on mine this coming weekend ;D )
Quote from: MadDuck on June 23, 2014, 08:19:44 PM
Now you just need a fender eliminator ( which is what I'm supposed to do on mine this coming weekend ;D )
Working on it...got three to choose from, two Evotechs and an R&G Racing. I had an R&G on the SF and liked it, but the one for the Speedy is almost two bills... :'(
Damn,
that is a beautiful bike!!
Sank you bery much...She's a little pricey and a tad overweight, but she's my girl... ;D
Gene,
Give me your thoughts, comparing your Speedy with the SF....now that you are a month in on the Triumph?
Quote from: 118811 on June 24, 2014, 11:55:45 AM
Gene,
Give me your thoughts, comparing your Speedy with the SF....now that you are a month in on the Triumph?
The Triumph is much smoother than the SF with better handling, so it is easier to ride and thus very confidence inspiring. That said, hustling the Duc up/down Tantalus at a decent clip was very satisfying because you had to work at it...plus you can't beat that spine tingling v-twin sound when you're really on it, better brakes also.
So six of one, half dozen of the other...except for me, at this point in time, the Speedy is more fun.
[popcorn]
Quote from: Speed 3R Pilot on June 24, 2014, 05:43:16 PMThat said, hustling the Duc up/down Tantalus at a decent clip was very satisfying because you had to work at it...plus you can't beat that spine tingling v-twin sound when you're really on it, better brakes also.
So six of one, half dozen of the other...except for me, at this point in time, the Speedy is more fun.
I understand the satisfaction of working a bike to be fast full well. Where I take it from there is that if you can go faster, brake harder & turn sharper without the same effort and end up going faster overall then that is even more fun than the satisfaction part. Unless you are a masochist at heart that is.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 24, 2014, 11:11:19 PM
...if you can go faster, brake harder & turn sharper without the same effort and end up going faster overall then that is even more fun than the satisfaction part. Unless you are a masochist at heart that is.
That is why I switched from my 1198 to the S1000RR. I felt nostalgic last month when I had an opportunity to ride a friend's 1198 at Thunderbolt...I enjoyed the session, but I looked forward to going back to my S1000RR for the rest of the day. I had the same lap times, but I definitely worked harder on the Duc.
Glad to hear you're happy with the Speedy...Gene! [thumbsup]
Quote from: freeflydive on June 24, 2014, 11:49:51 PM
That is why I switched from my 1198 to the S1000RR. I felt nostalgic last month when I had an opportunity to ride a friend's 1198 at Thunderbolt...I enjoyed the session, but I looked forward to going back to my S1000RR for the rest of the day. I had the same lap times, but I definitely worked harder on the Duc.
Then just imagine what you would be doing if you stepped up your efforts on the RR. [evil] ;D
Rode out to Ko Olina this morning to evaluate the new exhaust (baffle in)...
-sounds the 3-banger bidness now, less bassy/boomy than stock
-enhanced throttle response, revs quicker/more freely
-can definitely feel the weight loss...SC's website says 13 lbs, feels more like 20
-burbles like my '76 Honda CB750 with R.C. Engineering 4into1... ;D
Things to do...
-adjust rear suspension for weight loss, feels a bit harsher now
-have the Arrow low system tune installed at Cycle City
-order a CF hugger to replace the homely looking stocker, which is much more visible now
What out now...... you're on that never ending slippery slope again ;D
Like I should talk
Quote from: MadDuck on June 25, 2014, 03:42:11 PM
What out now...... you're on that never ending slippery slope again ;D
don't think I ever got off it... [laugh]
Quote from: MadDuck on June 23, 2014, 08:19:44 PM
Now you just need a fender eliminator ( which is what I'm supposed to do on mine this coming weekend ;D )
Making your own?
Quote from: MadDuck on June 25, 2014, 11:48:27 PM
Modifying a Yoshi.
You're good at that kind of stuff... [thumbsup]
Cleaned the S3R this afternoon and checked the suspension settings (something I should have done from the get go)...the fork preload, rebound and compression were all per the factory recommendations, the rear rebound and compression settings were off a bit...
That's all stuff that is supposed to be set for you and compression/rebound is to your liking. I mean there is a base setting and that could be off but it's still all up to you.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 29, 2014, 07:47:16 PM
That's all stuff that is supposed to be set for you and compression/rebound is to your liking. I mean there is a base setting and that could be off but it's still all up to you.
roger...just wanted to start from the recommended factory "sport" settings...
grab coffee, do the lap, rub down chicken strips, eat some bbq, drink some beer, play sc2
Need new tires for the ZZR 600.
120/70/17
180/55/17
looking for a long wearing tire
CycleTech will install both for $100
What online shop/store is a good place check?
Thanks
Quote from: 118811 on June 30, 2014, 02:00:23 PM
Need new tires for the ZZR 600.
120/70/17
180/55/17
looking for a long wearing tire
CycleTech will install both for $100
What online shop/store is a good place check?
Thanks
Amazon
Cycle gear
Where is CycleTech?
I think he's on South King St. close to University Ave., across from the old Star Market, if that's the same place.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 30, 2014, 04:02:04 PM
I think he's on South King St. close to University Ave., across from the old Star Market, if that's the same place.
Thanks Gene
Yep....South King
Quote from: 118811 on June 30, 2014, 02:00:23 PM
Need new tires for the ZZR 600.
120/70/17
180/55/17
looking for a long wearing tire
CycleTech will install both for $100
What online shop/store is a good place check?
Thanks
Andy's has a pretty good assortment and prices aren't bad. Might be worth the time to drop in.
T
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on June 30, 2014, 03:16:17 PM
Amazon
Cycle gear
Where is CycleTech?
Neither ship out of Cont 48!!!?
I remember getting tires for my 911 from Tire Rack delivered within 3 days
for about $60 thru FedEx
I think Revzilla has free shipping to Hawaii for over $100 purchases, but don't know what their tire prices are like...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 01, 2014, 09:48:43 AM
I think Revzilla has free shipping to Hawaii for over $100 purchases, but don't know what their tire prices are like...
Tire prices are good.....doesn't ship them to Hawaii though >:(
Sportbiketrackgear
They took care of me pretty well down there.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 01, 2014, 01:04:44 PM
Sportbiketrackgear
They took care of me pretty well down there.
y
Yep, they will ship a pair for +- $50
T...
Called Andy's they are very competitive.....Using Sportbiketrackgear, I would save about
$70...but that would require much more running around on my part. Using Andy's I can make an appt. then go straight to work after install.
No brainer! : [roll] [thumbsup]
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on June 23, 2014, 03:17:14 PM
Followed MD's lead and installed my new slip on...
(http://i61.tinypic.com/mmrfyv.jpg)
(http://i57.tinypic.com/2zzhi0z.jpg)
How'd that Arrow reflash go?
Took double the promised time... >:(...but the bike runs sweet and it only cost $60... ;D [thumbsup]
Next up (not necessarily in this order):
Pazzos (on order).
Fender eliminator (two of the three I'm looking at are backordered).
CF hugger.
Suspension set up (need to do sooner than later).
Got a new set of Pilot Power 2 CT's installed at Andy's.
Very pleased with service and price.
I actually really enjoyed waiting while the tire's were fitted. Andy has two super nice and friendly Airedale terrier's....I might have to go back to visit them!!!
:o [Dolph]
Cool... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 03, 2014, 09:39:39 PM
Next up (not necessarily in this order):
Pazzos (on order).
Fender eliminator (two of the three I'm looking at are backordered).
CF hugger.
Suspension set up (need to do sooner than later).
Add gear indicator to the list...
Bye, bye.........
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1151_zps486c377e.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1151_zps486c377e.jpg.html)
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Quote from: MadDuck on July 04, 2014, 02:53:12 PM
Bye, bye.........
(http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx24/rickmch/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1151_zps486c377e.jpg) (http://s738.photobucket.com/user/rickmch/media/BMW%20Boxer/IMG_1151_zps486c377e.jpg.html)
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Sayonara...
I got to try out the RAIN mode coming into town this morning. [roll]
Lucky you...here's hoping you won't need it tomorrow... [Dolph]
I'm going to take the bike in for it's first service this morning ( in between rain showers hopefully, well, it's not actually raining now but it sure looks like it wants to ).
Quote from: MadDuck on July 10, 2014, 09:43:10 AM
( in between rain showers hopefully, well, it's not actually raining now but it sure looks like it wants to ).
RAIN mode... :-*
It was dry. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 10, 2014, 03:54:55 PM
It was dry. [thumbsup]
I know!...it looked like a great day to go for Sunday morning ride, so I did. H3 to windward to do the usual stuff, then Tantalus via Waimanalo, Sandy's and Hawaii Kai, then Pali to Kailua for lunch...stopped a SSD on the way home and saw your R awaiting service... ;D
The R1200S made it to Maui just fine & the new owner is liking it!
Quote from: MadDuck on July 11, 2014, 03:41:42 PM
The R1200S made it to Maui just fine & the new owner is liking it!
[thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 11, 2014, 03:41:42 PM
The R1200S made it to Maui just fine & the new owner is liking it!
Great!
You got the S1000R all sorted...and loving it?
Quote from: 118811 on July 12, 2014, 02:01:52 AM
Great!
You got the S1000R all sorted...and loving it?
1st service just done & picked up. Couple small things to do & finish up but oh, yeah! [evil] [evil]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 12, 2014, 03:58:03 PM
1st service just done & picked up. Couple small things to do & finish up but oh, yeah! [evil] [evil]
[thumbsup]...tomorrow's looking not bad, except for the humidity...
p.s. check your drain plug & filter for leakage... ;)
Installed Cox Racing radiator and oil cooler guards this afternoon, perfect fit using existing radiator/oil cooler mounting bolts...no zip ties!
(http://i60.tinypic.com/25aisz8.jpg)
(http://i62.tinypic.com/5xtquc.jpg)
Sorry for the dark pics, I need a new camera.
I think that's on the list for me too.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 12, 2014, 10:40:01 PM
I think that's on the list for me too.
I dodged rain coming home tonight from the Leeward side. At the moment there is no dodging. :(
Had the dealer bleed/flush the front brakes this morning, fluid was pretty dirty looking for such low mileage...braking performance didn't seem to suffer that much though.
After lunch I cleaned and lubed the chain, detailed the bike and then reinstalled the stock levers...for some reason they are easier on my arthritic fingers/hands than the Pazzos, must be the softer, less squared off profile.
Did the Evotech tail tidy...the only question is, do I attach the reflectors to be legal or ditch them for a less cluttered look?????
(http://i59.tinypic.com/3027zgi.jpg)
(http://i60.tinypic.com/orjml5.jpg)
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Rode a Gran Fondo today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744 (http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744)
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 20, 2014, 05:08:47 PM
Rode a Gran Fondo today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744 (http://app.strava.com/activities/168693744)
The Rafa that you spoke of?
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 20, 2014, 02:52:19 PM
Did the Evotech tail tidy...the only question is, do I attach the reflectors to be legal or ditch them for a less cluttered look?
Don't get me started.........
Quote from: MadDuck on July 20, 2014, 11:17:37 PM
The Rafa that you spoke of?
Indeed. Only I F'd it up and it's actually Rapha.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 21, 2014, 02:55:11 AM
Indeed. Only I F'd it up and it's actually Rapha.
Which explains why I couldn't find a Google reference for it. [roll] Burning 3,000 calories is no joke either!
Quote from: MadDuck on July 20, 2014, 11:23:18 PM
Don't get me started.........
It does look pretty clean though!
Quote from: MadDuck on July 21, 2014, 09:32:46 AM
Burning 3,000 calories is no joke either!
We stopped for BBQ and beer halfway through. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 21, 2014, 03:40:15 PM
We stopped for BBQ and beer halfway through. [thumbsup]
For some reason I find it very weird to ride a bicycle after even just one beer. Never bothers me on a motorcycle or a car. Voytek & I stopped at Varsity one late afternoon while riding around Diamond Head and on our way back to the shop. Whoa! [beer]
Oh yeah, it really saps the go out of your legs!
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 22, 2014, 02:50:13 AM
Oh yeah, it really saps the go out of your legs!
EXACTLY!!
Fiddled with the SC-Project baffle this morning so that the exhaust emits a bit more noise...just about right for me now... ;D
There you are! I was wondering if something happened to you for the past couple of days? ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on July 24, 2014, 03:54:10 PM
There you are! I was wondering if something happened to you for the past couple of days? ;D
Still alive and kickin'...more importantly, I still know who I am and where I live... ;D
Been thinking about ordering one of these, do you think you could help me wire it up?
http://shop.bluemonkeymotorsports.com/GIPro-X-Type-Universal-with-Wheel-Speed-Sensor_p_58.html (http://shop.bluemonkeymotorsports.com/GIPro-X-Type-Universal-with-Wheel-Speed-Sensor_p_58.html)
http://healtech-electronics.com/docs/GPX_WSS_InstallGuide_en.pdf (http://healtech-electronics.com/docs/GPX_WSS_InstallGuide_en.pdf)
Of course!
Finished the tail tidy w/ the full everything legal.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 26, 2014, 07:50:37 PM
Finished the tail tidy w/ the full everything legal.
Cool!...I can make mine legal, but it's kinda homely...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 26, 2014, 08:13:02 PM
Cool!...I can make mine legal, but it's kinda homely...
Depends I suppose.
Just sold my Pazzos to a recently retired HPD Solo Officer...nice guy riding a white 2013 Speed Triple R.
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 28, 2014, 11:56:18 AM
Just sold my Pazzos to a recently retired HPD Solo Officer...nice guy riding a white 2013 Speed Triple R.
Did you get a "Get Out of Jail Free" card? :D
Quote from: MadDuck on July 28, 2014, 03:26:50 PM
Did you get a "Get Out of Jail Free" card? :D
[laugh] [laugh]...forgot to ask for one...
Sent my passenger footpegs off to a chap in merry olde England this morning... ;D
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 29, 2014, 03:07:42 PM
Sent my passenger footpegs off to a chap in merry olde England this morning... ;D
For special work or is it the case of if, and when, you sell the bike there will be a few less stock parts on it? ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on July 29, 2014, 03:29:16 PM
when you sell the bike there will be a few less stock parts on it? ;D
he made me an offer I couldn't refuse... ;D
Casual run up Tantalus this morning...dry, no traffic and lots of deteriorating asphalt... :o
Took first place in my class at autocross today...also took last place, I was the only car in the class... :(
We cleaned a sh**load of green waste out of the property yesterday. Amazing what four grown men, who are on task, a teenage boy, not so on task, and a back hoe can do! The place looks much better now and there's still more to do.
Ordered this for the S3R, hopefully it will fit me better than the stocker...
http://www.wunderlichamerica.com/motorcycle/S1000R-M/8601415-417.html (http://www.wunderlichamerica.com/motorcycle/S1000R-M/8601415-417.html)
I hope you like it!
Quick run to the windward side this morning, mostly dry roads and beautiful weather...on the H3 uphill run to the Marine base an HPD solo biker going in the opposite direction waved to me...priceless... ;D
Went for a little ride today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523 (http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523)
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 07, 2014, 07:50:21 PM
Went for a little ride today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523 (http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523)
Terrific!...
Quote from: DRKWNG on September 07, 2014, 07:50:21 PM
Went for a little ride today.
http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523 (http://app.strava.com/activities/191485523)
Good on you for the 2 second fastest rider spots! How does the suffer score rating work. 180 out of what? I want to see pain! I want woeful suffering! ;D
I woke up this morning with a stiff neck & sore shoulders. Wonder why? [roll]
Quote from: MadDuck on September 07, 2014, 08:47:49 PM
Good on you for the 2 second fastest rider spots! How does the suffer score rating work. 180 out of what? I want to see pain! I want woeful suffering! ;D
lol Those 2nds only indicate my second best time on that spot; a 2nd overall would show up as a trophy. We were taking it a little easy yesterday, as none of us had logged any serious miles in a few weeks. Plus, I'm trying out a new saddle, so...
So, pain & suffering on the new saddle?? ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on September 08, 2014, 03:20:38 PM
So, pain & suffering on the new saddle?? ;D
It was great. I've been riding on an Arione for years, and the fit guy wanted to get me on a Specialized Romin. I ended up picking one up and I'm just not sure if I jive with it.
Rode on Ariones for years too. Still have a few of them around but now I went back to an Aliente. It's a little easier on the derriere but then I haven't gone on real long rides with it. I'll have to see as time & miles go by.
Returned my Sidi Fusion boots today to RevZilla with Prepaid Return UPS ground shipping for $7.95 to PA. It will be deducted from my refund. Easy process and no hassle. [thumbsup] I may need to get a size bigger or try a different brand.
Quote from: sta on September 10, 2014, 07:09:14 PM
Returned my Sidi Fusion boots today to RevZilla with Prepaid Return UPS ground shipping for $7.95 to PA. It will be deducted from my refund. Easy process and no hassle. [thumbsup] I may need to get a size bigger or try a different brand.
Bummer...if I remember correctly Cycle Sports stocks Sidis, don't know if they have the Fusions in your size though...
Aloha one and all. Montgomery Powersports stocked Sidi boots when I was on the island, but I don't know what they carry at the new showroom.
Rick- I hope all is healed now that the stitches are gone.
Cheers,
Majdi
Quote from: freeflydive on September 19, 2014, 08:59:07 PM
Aloha one and all. Montgomery Powersports stocked Sidi boots when I was on the island, but I don't know what they carry at the new showroom.
Rick- I hope all is healed now that the stitches are gone.
Cheers,
Majdi
MPS not so much anymore. Healed but still a bit tender. Thanks! I'm better off than Brandon. [laugh]
Went down to the shop where MD checked the sag on my Triple, not perfect but in the ball park...also watched MD apply some pizzazz to his R...
On the way home just missed getting hit by a foul tip as I passed Radford HS's baseball field...ball hit in the lane next to me and then over my head, had me ducking...
Good duck!
Ordered a pair of A-Stars GP Pros from Revzilla last week and they arrived this evening. Cool looking black with the red race track motif.
Tried them on and they'll be going back...right glove is snug but feels as though it will break in, thumb on the left glove is about 3/8 too long and the pinkie is tight with a knot of threads or something inside at the tip. Very disappointed...out of deference to our good friend Sta, I'll refrain from making a snide comment about them being Hecho en Chine... ;D
It's ok. Not all bad, not all good either. I was made quite right.
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on September 29, 2014, 10:12:19 PM
Ordered a pair of A-Stars GP Pros from Revzilla last week and they arrived this evening. Cool looking black with the red race track motif.
Tried them on and they'll be going back...right glove is snug but feels as though it will break in, thumb on the left glove is about 3/8 too long and the pinkie is tight with a knot of threads or something inside at the tip. Very disappointed...out of deference to our good friend Sta, I'll refrain from making a snide comment about them being Hecho en Chine... ;D
So, are you having them send you another pair?
Quote from: MadDuck on October 02, 2014, 09:47:49 AM
So, are you having them send you another pair?
Fingers were also a tad short, so per their recommendation I ordered a pair of Held EVO Thrux gloves which have longer fingers...not as nice as the A-Stars, but I'm looking for a good fit with good protection at this point...the other recommended brand was Rev'it
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/held-evo-thrux-gloves (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/held-evo-thrux-gloves)
http://www.revzilla.com/product/revit-jerez-gloves (http://www.revzilla.com/product/revit-jerez-gloves)
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on October 02, 2014, 10:46:21 AM
Fingers were also a tad short, so per their recommendation I ordered a pair of Held EVO Thrux gloves which have longer fingers...not as nice as the A-Stars, but I'm looking for a good fit with good protection at this point...the other recommended brand was Rev'it
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/held-evo-thrux-gloves (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/held-evo-thrux-gloves)
http://www.revzilla.com/product/revit-jerez-gloves (http://www.revzilla.com/product/revit-jerez-gloves)
You would spend $300.00 on a pair of gloves? I thought only I did that. ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on October 03, 2014, 12:10:10 AM
You would spend $300.00 on a pair of gloves? I thought only I did that. ;D
I bought the Helds, $160 shipped...for the record though, I'd spend $300 for a pair of gloves that fit and looked good. The Helds are kinda stodgy, but then I guess that's what you get when you buy German... [roll]
If they don't fit, here's another recommended option...
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-slr-race-gloves (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/revit-slr-race-gloves)
those Rev'it SL gloves look like replica's of my A Star S1's
8)
Let's hope the Helds work out.
Quote from: MadDuck on October 03, 2014, 08:56:16 AM
Let's hope the Helds work out.
If they don't, Revzilla owes me one free exchange before I have to pay for return shipping... ;D
Helds are here and will most likely be returned, thumbs are abnormally long and the insides have a couple of rough, irritating to the skin, seams ala the second to last pair of AGV Lagunas that I purchased...coincidentally they are both made in Pakistan.
Alas, I may have to try the near $300 REV'ITs after all...wonder where they are made?
What size do you wear in Helds? Their higher end gloves are still made in Germany, and fir a little different I believe. I've still got two sets of Phantoms. One has a few blown out stitches from a crash, but I could send them down so you can try the sizing.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 07, 2014, 03:45:38 AM
What size do you wear in Helds? Their higher end gloves are still made in Germany, and fir a little different I believe. I've still got two sets of Phantoms. One has a few blown out stitches from a crash, but I could send them down so you can try the sizing.
Hey Ben...I've actually been thinking about the Phantoms, but there's no need to send yours down. The Thrux EVO XLs fit good except for the thumbs, so I would just order that size....good to hear that they are made in the Fatherland. Thanks for the offer.
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on October 06, 2014, 09:54:24 PM
Helds are here and will most likely be returned, thumbs are abnormally long and the insides have a couple of rough, irritating to the skin, seams ala the second to last pair of AGV Lagunas that I purchased...coincidentally they are both made in Pakistan.
Alas, I may have to try the near $300 REV'ITs after all...wonder where they are made?
My Alpine GP Techs are made in China, so I guess that's out. How about Dainese or Kushitani?
Quote from: MadDuck on October 07, 2014, 09:42:08 AM
My Alpine GP Techs are made in China, so I guess that's out. How about Dainese or Kushitani?
I don't mind Hecho en Chine if they fit... ;D
Saw the Superferry today.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 07, 2014, 01:01:01 PM
Saw the Superferry today.
Cool!...there's some talk of bringing it back... ???
Yeah? It and its unpainted sister ship are sitting in Philly's navy yard district.
Quote from: MadDuck on October 07, 2014, 09:42:08 AM
My Alpine GP Techs are made in China, so I guess that's out. How about Dainese or Kushitani?
I think the problem with A-Stars for me is that the fingers are too short...my son has a pair of GP+ in an XXXL that fit my fingers, but the palms are too big.
I had a pair of Dainese Full Metal Pros that David S. swapped me for my AGVs that day...they fit nicely but soon had threads unraveling plus screws falling out of the metal knuckle protectors, that didn't impress me much. Plus they had an additional protective strip at the base of the fingers on the throttle hand that would bunch up and become very uncomfortable.
Never tried the Kushitanis, figured they were for short fingered guys... ;)
If you've got "out of the norm" proportioned hands, look into helimot(spelling?). I'm pretty sure they do affordable, custom sized gloves.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 07, 2014, 03:45:38 AM
Their higher end gloves are still made in Germany.
The Held Titan Race gloves are made in Hungary, everything else is made wherever...per Revzilla, nothing made in Germany anymore...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on October 07, 2014, 05:10:45 PM
I think the problem with A-Stars for me is that the fingers are too short...my son has a pair of GP+ in an XXXL that fit my fingers, but the palms are too big.
I had a pair of Dainese Full Metal Pros that David S. swapped me for my AGVs that day...they fit nicely but soon had threads unraveling plus screws falling out of the metal knuckle protectors, that didn't impress me much. Plus they had an additional protective strip at the base of the fingers on the throttle hand that would bunch up and become very uncomfortable.
Never tried the Kushitanis, figured they were for short fingered guys... ;)
Did you ever stop to think that it wasn't any of the glove sizings that were wrong but rather that you are the one with odd fingers/thumbs? ? [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: MadDuck on October 08, 2014, 12:12:53 AM
Did you ever stop to think that it wasn't any of the glove sizings that were wrong but rather that you are the one with odd fingers/thumbs? ? [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Lot's of times!...but then there are lot's of gloves out there that fit me just fine, i.e. the winter gloves I was issued in Navy boot camp, a pair of cold weather gloves I picked up at Cabellas's in N. Dakota, the pair of kevlar lined LEO gloves from the U.S. Customs uniform catalog, my current leather yard gloves, AGV Lagunas, Cortech Adrenalines, etc., etc... :-*
edit: add Craftsman and other brands' mechanics gloves to the list... ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on October 08, 2014, 12:12:53 AM
Did you ever stop to think that it wasn't any of the glove sizings that were wrong but rather that you are the one with odd fingers/thumbs? ? [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I'm not the only one...check out the floppy thumb tip in Anthony's video review... ;D
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-druids-st-gloves (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-druids-st-gloves)
Scheduled for my safety check and 22.5K service for 10/18 drop off, so I will be riding this weekend and not next weekend. Time to pay $$$.
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on October 08, 2014, 09:49:18 AM
I'm not the only one...check out the floppy thumb tip in Anthony's video review... ;D
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-druids-st-gloves (http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-druids-st-gloves)
That was extra floppy for sure!
Thinkin' about ordering a pair of Held Phantom IIs from these guys, can't beat this price and shipping via DHL is only $20.
http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/sec5fb05ac05b/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Held-Phantom-II/SubProducts/Held-Phantom-II-0023 (http://www.fc-moto.de/epages/fcm.sf/sec5fb05ac05b/?ObjectPath=/Shops/10207048/Products/Held-Phantom-II/SubProducts/Held-Phantom-II-0023)
The Held Thrux EVOs that I sent back fit well, except for the thumbs...I would be taking a chance on the fit because if I don't like them, I sure the return shipping would be about $40.
So has anyone had any dealing with FC-Moto?...reviews are mixed, but leaning towards positive.
How does 199â,¬ work out in $? I got my Helds from Sportbiketrackgear when I was still on island. They shipped fast, and offered me a free return if the size wasn't right. Have you looked into them at all? They've got the PhantomII for $300.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 11, 2014, 05:00:35 PM
How does 199â,¬ work out in $? I got my Helds from Sportbiketrackgear when I was still on island. They shipped fast, and offered me a free return if the size wasn't right. Have you looked into them at all? They've got the PhantomII for $300.
$235 shipped from FC-Moto...$300 + $25 shipping from SBTC...$300 shipped from Revzilla and free return if size not right...
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 11, 2014, 07:42:42 PM
[thumbsup]
Return shipping will be a pregnant dog though, if it comes to that...
Ordered the Held Phantom IIs from Revzilla...wanted so much to save the $65 by ordering them from FC-Moto, but didn't want to chance having to send them back at International shipping rates...
Btw, if you know your size you can save $$$ on other brands from FC-Moto besides Held...A-Stars GP Pros are $220 shipped to Hawaii.
The Helds are on the truck for delivery today...here's hoping they fit!... ;D
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on October 16, 2014, 04:51:06 PM
The Helds are on the truck for delivery today...here's hoping they fit!... ;D
Thumbs a good 1/2 inch too long and ring fingers short...very disappointed as these are a nice bit of kit... :(
Ordered a pair of Dainese Druids STs a week or so ago, Brown delivered them today and they may be keepers...they fit pretty good however they may need a minor modification, but that I won't know until I use them on a ride...
Quick ride to the snake and back this morning, stopped at South Seas on the way home. One each RC8 and 690 Duke on the floor, 1290SDs in crates in the back...purportedly...
They actually brought in a 690! I bet they had to as part of the dealer agreement. Now for that little 390 racer. [evil]
Rick, find a way to test an RC8 (without Bill and his scooter) and let me know what you think.
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 31, 2014, 02:59:29 AM
Rick, find a way to test an RC8 (without Bill and his scooter) and let me know what you think.
Ronnie would take you out on a good test ride, unfortunately he's the finance guy now...
I'm sure Rick would want to discuss all the attractive financing options that exist on bikes like this… ;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on October 31, 2014, 02:59:29 AM
Rick, find a way to test an RC8 (without Bill and his scooter) and let me know what you think.
OK. You made me do it.
Quote from: MadDuck on November 01, 2014, 09:50:50 AM
OK. You made me do it.
As if your arm needed twisting... [roll]
And?
Haven't gone down just yet. I have things for do. Get Tori's bike safety checked. Fix Gloria's car. Maybe later today.
Felt better this afternoon so I changed the oil in the speedy, lubed the chain and cleaned it...
That's what I did to mine in the afternoon too. Except for the oil change. That comes next weekend or the weekend after.
Helped Gloria with some stuff this morning. Did the oil & filter change on the bike. Worked a little bit on the Mercedes 240. Now kicking back & watching movies with Gloria.
Fitted a Renthal Street Low Fatbar to the Speedy yesterday, gave up on finding a take off from an S1000R...less pull back than the stocker though a bit wider, should be more comfortable for my wrists...
Ordered a set of Q3s from Revzilla this morning...
So did you take it out for a spin yet? It'll be interesting to see what you think of the Q3's when you get them on. I'm thinking I have maybe another thousand miles on the Diablos.
Quote from: MadDuck on December 19, 2014, 02:34:39 PM
So did you take it out for a spin yet?
Just around the block for some mirror adjusting...less pull back so more forward lean, they also have me up on the tank like the streetfighter...at least that's the initial impression...
Bike felt really good with the new bars, especially up/down Tantalus in the switchbacks...took two turns out of the fork preload also, which smooths out the ride a tad on the crappy portions of H1...
What's the compression damping set at? Might have had a better run smoothing out the harshness by reducing the comp damp, especially if the fork was dialed in to your weight already.
Quote from: mmmmmmm suppressors on December 22, 2014, 01:15:20 PM
What's the compression damping set at? Might have had a better run smoothing out the harshness by reducing the comp damp, especially if the fork was dialed in to your weight already.
Compression damping is set at the softest of the three recommended by the manufacturer settings...I know, this is only a recommendation and not set in stone. When we checked the sag, everything was within the recommended settings except for the fork free sag, which was 34mm compared to the recommended 20-30. this led me to believe that the harshness was due to a tad too much preload...make sense?... ???
Actually, if it calls for 20-30mm sag and you were running 34, the fork was sprung too softly, allowing it to wallow in the travel too much. That in itself could make the fork feel harsh, as the compression damping settings are too form for the spring rate, as you're running the spring softer than your weight should dictate. In essence, the comp-damping is too firm because the spring is too soft.
Quote from: mmmmmmm suppressors on December 22, 2014, 03:43:28 PM
Actually, if it calls for 20-30mm sag and you were running 34, the fork was sprung too softly, allowing it to wallow in the travel too much. That in itself could make the fork feel harsh, as the compression damping settings are too form for the spring rate, as you're running the spring softer than your weight should dictate. In essence, the comp-damping is too firm because the spring is too soft.
Okay, after drawing it out on paper I see what you're saying, but the bike sure feels good to me...still firm, but less harsh on the freeway bumps and no wallowing or excessive brake dive when pushing it. I guess I should revisit the front sag settings with Rick, rider sag was right in the middle of that recommended by Ohlins at 42mm, only the free sag was off at 34mm vs the recommended 15-30, and then work at getting the compression damping right.
Funny thing, when Sport Rider tested the bike they ran less fork preload and less comp/reb than the softest recommended by the factory...maybe that lightweight Kento was at the helm.
Fitted a Street Triple headlight bracket to the speedy this afternoon...lowers the headlight/flyscreen/instrument assembly a bit, making it look more integrated and the bike more streamlined. Tomorrow's ride will give me a clue as to how it affects wind buffeting...
How about some pics of bike with new screen, FP?
Quote from: 118811 on January 10, 2015, 09:11:00 PM
How about some pics of bike with new screen, FP?
I'll try to get a couple up tomorrow. Same screen & headlights, just in a lower position...if you didn't know it was done you'd probably miss it....
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on January 10, 2015, 11:21:31 PM
...if you didn't know it was done you'd probably miss it....
Sometimes the subtle mods are the best ones.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 11, 2015, 08:19:11 AM
Sometimes the subtle mods are the best ones.
and this one turned out to be a great one...looks better, more aggressive less clownish and the wind buffeting to my helmet is greatly reduced...yee haw!...
Edited to for a better before & after comparison...
Before...
(http://i62.tinypic.com/dmxp5k.jpg)
After...
(http://i61.tinypic.com/rc8uae.jpg)
That tucked in nicely. Slap some bar end mirrors on that puppy and it would look da biddness.
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 15, 2015, 01:15:27 PM
That tucked in nicely. Slap some bar end mirrors on that puppy and it would look da biddness.
Thought about that, but with the recently installed wider than stock FatBar, it would look like a Texas Longhorn...like the SF did when I tried out bars ends several years ago....
Very nice.
[thumbsup]
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on January 15, 2015, 09:52:09 AM
Edited for a better before & after comparison...
Before...
(http://i62.tinypic.com/dmxp5k.jpg)
After...
(http://i61.tinypic.com/rc8uae.jpg)
Went for a hilly bike ride.
http://app.strava.com/activities/246229152 (http://app.strava.com/activities/246229152)
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 25, 2015, 05:23:04 PM
Went for a hilly bike ride.
http://app.strava.com/activities/246229152 (http://app.strava.com/activities/246229152)
In all that rain and crap weather? Did you get your wine yesterday?
We didn't get rained on at all, just grit on the roads. The ride today started, and ended, at a vineyard, so yes. [wine]
Quote from: DRKWNG on January 25, 2015, 07:11:11 PM
We didn't get rained on at all, just grit on the roads. The ride today started, and ended, at a vineyard, so yes. [wine]
[thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Casual ride to the North Shore via H2 then east through Kahuku, Hauula, Punaluu, Ka'aawa, and home via the Likelike tunnel and H1...no traffic at all, but I did get rained on in Laie...
Wore the new Arai and was pleasantly surprised with the reduced buffeting/wind noise as a result of the relocated headlight/instrument cluster...last couple of times that I wore the helmet I returned home with a headache...
Nice ride with no traffic! How did that happen on that road?
Quote from: MadDuck on February 06, 2015, 01:54:47 PM
Nice ride with no traffic! How did that happen on that road?
maybe I stumbled into some kind of parallel universe... ;)
You had to have. Slipped through the cracks of people going to work & the tour buses.
Went pedaling again. Was hoping to do the 100Km Fondo, but was running out of time and dressed FAR too warmly, as it was about 30 when we started, and in the mid-50s at the finish.
http://app.strava.com/activities/251719279 (http://app.strava.com/activities/251719279)
Quote from: DRKWNG on February 07, 2015, 01:51:54 PM
Went pedaling again. Was hoping to do the 100Km Fondo, but was running out of time and dressed FAR too warmly, as it was about 30 when we started, and in the mid-50s at the finish.
http://app.strava.com/activities/251719279 (http://app.strava.com/activities/251719279)
[thumbsup]
64° in February, guess what I did today. :D
http://app.strava.com/activities/252358147 (http://app.strava.com/activities/252358147)
Put 12 miles on the Pegoretti today. That bike is sweet.
Quote from: MadDuck on February 22, 2015, 08:48:56 PM
Put 12 miles on the Pegoretti today. That bike is sweet.
[thumbsup]
Just bought a new groupset for the Seven.
Quote from: MadDuck on March 01, 2015, 05:43:27 PM
Record?
With an upgrade to super record BB and crank.
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 01, 2015, 05:56:09 PM
With an upgrade to super record BB and crank.
Ooooooooooooh! [drool]
Just had t make sure I went with a crank from 2014, as I don't find the new four-arm spider pleasing to the eye.
Too bad I won't see them for a few months...
Months? ? ? ???
I'm out of town, starting yesterday.
Test drove a sweet 56+k miles '04 M3 this afternoon...alpine white, no sunroof, manual seats, 6-speed. Friday appointment at BME for a PPI...fingers crossed... [evil]
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on March 02, 2015, 07:12:25 PM
Test drove a sweet 56+k miles '04 M3 this afternoon...alpine white, no sunroof, manual seats, 6-speed. Friday appointment at BME for a PPI...fingers crossed... [evil]
Best color for that car in my opinion. [thumbsup]
Quote from: DRKWNG on March 02, 2015, 11:44:06 PM
Yup
Be safe wherever you are and with whatever you're doing...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on March 02, 2015, 07:12:25 PM
Test drove a sweet 56+k miles '04 M3 this afternoon...alpine white, no sunroof, manual seats, 6-speed. Friday appointment at BME for a PPI...fingers crossed... [evil]
The last time we saw that car was in 2011. Had notes on it then. Things change in 3 or 4 years but maybe come see me before you come down with the car.
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on March 03, 2015, 07:13:15 AM
Be safe wherever you are and with whatever you're doing...
Thanks. It's nice to escape the east coast winter. :D
Quote from: MadDuck on March 03, 2015, 08:21:38 AM
The last time we saw that car was in 2011. Had notes on it then. Things change in 3 or 4 years but maybe come see me before you come down with the car.
Okay, probably Thurs aftn...
Quote from: MadDuck on March 03, 2015, 08:21:38 AM
The last time we saw that car was in 2011. Had notes on it then. Things change in 3 or 4 years but maybe come see me before you come down with the car.
VIN WBSBL93404PN56656?
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on March 03, 2015, 10:17:03 AM
VIN WBSBL93404PN56656?
Nope. Never saw that car. Brandon has given me wrong information. :P So this will be a first time look for us. [Dolph]
Quote from: MadDuck on March 03, 2015, 02:05:08 PM
Nope. Never saw that car. Brandon has given me wrong information. :P So this will be a first time look for us. [Dolph]
The owner has had several E46M3s, so that may have played into the confusion...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on March 03, 2015, 03:22:33 PM
The owner has had several E46M3s, so that may have played into the confusion...
Tim Ma?
Had SSD come to pickup the monster yesterday. The rear tire was able to be patched and it's ready for pick up. [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on March 05, 2015, 03:36:25 PM
Had SSD come to pickup the monster yesterday. The rear tire was able to be patched and it's ready for pick up. [thumbsup]
Free pickup?...
I have not seen the bill yet, but not likely since it was not offered during my call.
Surprisingly yes, I was only charged for the amount of the tow for the tire patching. Either way, thanks to Shawn. [thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on March 12, 2015, 10:04:14 AM
Surprisingly yes, I was only charged for the amount of the tow for the tire patching. Either way, thanks to Shawn. [thumbsup]
Cool!...
good for you Sta [thumbsup]
Took the CBR 1000RR around Tantalus today...pavement pretty s--ty [thumbsdown]
Lots of fresh dump in the hole patch jobs.
Got a new Bell helmet too...came with the Transitions visor...wow. I didn't know what I had been missing all this time!!
I'd like to see that Bell sometime. Did you buy it locally or internet? And yes, Tants is big doo-doo.
Went for a ride up Tantalus after work and when I got to the backside section where everyone hangs out, some guy in a big red water truck was dumping water at the entranceand exits to the turns. Pretty lame...
Just saw my first Jordanian wedding.
Quote from: MadDuck on March 14, 2015, 01:39:49 PM
I'd like to see that Bell sometime. Did you buy it locally or internet? And yes, Tants is big doo-doo.
Just moved into the Kailua house yesterday....getting settled in.
Just put some CRG levers & tank carbon sides pieces on the bike....all really good prices
off the 1000RR forum😀
Took H3 into the airport today...wow people fly going across !!!
Came by just a few minutes after the Kaneohe bound crash....not a pretty sight.
Quote from: 118811 on March 13, 2015, 01:12:53 AM
good for you Sta [thumbsup]
Took the CBR 1000RR around Tantalus today...
When did you get the CBR?
Cool!...
Yeah
I'm really enjoying!
All that power is wasted on me....but I love the look,
And the riding position is not so severe for my commute from Kailua to Airport.
Kinda fun modding up a bike again, too.
Quote from: 118811 on March 13, 2015, 01:12:53 AM
Got a new Bell helmet too...came with the Transitions visor...wow. I didn't know what I had been missing all this time!!
Yeah, the visors pretty cool. Be very careful on the scratches though as it's just a coating on the outside.
T
Thanks T
I knew it was delicate, not that the coating was on the outside...though!! [thumbsdown]
Quote from: 118811 on March 13, 2015, 01:12:53 AM
good for you Sta [thumbsup]
Took the CBR 1000RR around Tantalus today...pavement pretty s--ty [thumbsdown]
Lots of fresh dump in the hole patch jobs.
Got a new Bell helmet too...came with the Transitions visor...wow. I didn't know what I had been missing all this time!!
I bought a RF-1200 last year because the transitions visor was supposed to come out soon.
Still waiting. :(
Finally my monster registered, can't wait to ride the kolekole pass this weekend though.
Quote from: pdog109 on March 31, 2015, 10:31:32 PM
can't wait to ride the kolekole pass this weekend though.
They actually fixed, and opened that road?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 01, 2015, 10:00:38 AM
They actually fixed, and opened that road?
I don't know i'll find out! I'm new to the island.
Quote from: pdog109 on April 03, 2015, 11:19:14 AM
I don't know i'll find out! I'm new to the island.
You're mil, right? They had that road closed at the pass for the longest time, blocking people from entering the navy side. The road surface had slipped away in many places.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 03, 2015, 12:05:44 PM
You're mil, right? They had that road closed at the pass for the longest time, blocking people from entering the navy side. The road surface had slipped away in many places.
And, as I recall from when we last rode up there ( GSXR days? ), it wasn't in all that good of shape even before it went away. ???
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 03, 2015, 12:05:44 PM
You're mil, right? They had that road closed at the pass for the longest time, blocking people from entering the navy side. The road surface had slipped away in many places.
Yeah, i found out today the hiking trail will be opened but not the road it self. So much for that.
Pre-dawn 11.2 mile ride on Seven Axiom this morning. No BMW to pick up so went into the shop & replaced intake/exhaust manifold gaskets on the 240D. Haircut & then out to buy bushing parts to fix Gene's M3 custom shift linkage. Still have work to do to make those bushings fit proper. [thumbsup]
Big Mahalo to Rick! 😀
He was able to diagnose that the CRG brake lever was not fully disengageing the brake switch
causing a constant on brake light.
Was Gene's M3 on the rack?
Have to say that I miss spending Saturday afternoons at BME.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 04, 2015, 07:51:54 PM
Haircut & then out to buy bushing parts to fix Gene's M3 custom shift linkage. Still have work to do to make those bushings fit proper. [thumbsup]
Wow!...didn't realize that much work was going into it, looks like I brought it to the right guy (s).
;D
Voytek wouldn't go out & source parts to make a custom bushing. He'd tell you to replace everything with stock stuff or get the bushings from the folks who made your short shifter kit. But I'm not Voytek. It was a bit of a surprise to find that not all of the parts we had on hand will work. Most of them yes, so far that is, but not the worst one that is causing most of the slop problem. I'm out to make better than what came with the kit.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 05, 2015, 10:48:22 AM
I'm out to make better than what came with the kit.
and that Sir, is very much appreciated!... ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on April 05, 2015, 10:48:22 AM
I'm out to make better than what came with the kit.
This is where I picure Rick in his mad scientist coat.
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 05, 2015, 01:40:28 PM
This is where I picure Rick in his mad scientist coat.
No..... just bent over a bench grinder and drill press with a file/sand paper on the side...... [Dolph]
Quote from: 118811 on April 04, 2015, 09:09:40 PM
Big Mahalo to Rick! 😀
He was able to diagnose that the CRG brake lever was not fully disengageing the brake switch
causing a constant on brake light.
Was Gene's M3 on the rack?
Did you get that brake lever action sorted out?
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 04, 2015, 09:25:25 PM
Have to say that I miss spending Saturday afternoons at BME.
I miss the late afternoon runs & beer afterwards more [beer]
Quote from: MadDuck on April 07, 2015, 12:14:34 AM
Did you get that brake lever action sorted out?
No, not yet.
Gonna call CRG tomorrow morning.
Stopped by SSD today
Pretty sure I saw your bike in the ready to pickup
position. You have Yoshimura decal on engine fairing left side ?
thanks. that's the one. No one has called me yet.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 07, 2015, 12:15:39 AM
I miss the late afternoon runs & beer afterwards more [beer]
Well, those were fun too. ;D
Just spoke with CRG and it turns out that I am missing a little machined cylinder
That the plunger sits in before going into the lever.
$5 part😜
I love cheap easy fixes
Gonna use stock lever till part arrives
Quote from: MadDuck on April 05, 2015, 03:35:44 PM
No..... just bent over a bench grinder and drill press with a file/sand paper on the side...... [Dolph]
Great fix MD, better than when new!... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on April 07, 2015, 04:31:23 PM
Great fix MD, better than when new!... [thumbsup]
Thank you!
There was lots of personal, family stuff going on today along with that off the wall test ride. That's why you guys didn't see me today.
Quote from: MadDuck on April 12, 2015, 08:59:17 PM
There was lots of personal, family stuff going on today along with that off the wall test ride. That's why you guys didn't see me today.
No prob MD, there are lot's more Sundays... [Dolph]
Hey guys, made my first gopro youtube video of me riding around.
Pretty fun times, look forward to riding for more scenery shots(rode to north shore before, but didn't record) and maybe up to tantalus?
This ride was down Kunia road and then around a pretty neighborhood down there and then back to schofield where i saw the lulz dirt biker.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0x5YNgSLPNg (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0x5YNgSLPNg)
Finally got the tank off of my monster, now I just need to wait a couple of month for it to shrink down.
Quote from: sta on April 28, 2015, 05:40:38 PM
Finally got the tank off of my monster, now I just need to wait a couple of month for it to shrink down.
[thumbsup]
Quote from: sta on April 28, 2015, 05:40:38 PM
Finally got the tank off of my monster, now I just need to wait a couple of month for it to shrink down.
It shrinks?
Quote from: MadDuck on April 29, 2015, 09:44:43 AM
It shrinks?
Yup. After the tank has dried out, the moister in the polymids will slowly evaporate, and the tank will return to its normal size/shape.
Quote from: sta on April 28, 2015, 05:40:38 PM
Finally got the tank off of my monster, now I just need to wait a couple of month for it to shrink down.
The state is about to rescind the law that requires ethanol in our gasoline, maybe you won't have to coat your tank... ;D
Does Aloha still sell pure gas at the marinas?
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2015, 11:18:07 AM
Does Aloha still sell pure gas at the marinas?
Not sure if it's aloha, but I believe someone does...I think there's a couple of other stations where you can get ethanol free gas, but it's only 89 octane...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on May 01, 2015, 10:38:17 AM
The state is about to rescind the law that requires ethanol in our gasoline, maybe you won't have to coat your tank... ;D
Yup, that's what it seems. though I already ordered the caswell. :-(
Quote from: sta on May 01, 2015, 11:43:42 AM
Yup, that's what it seems. though I already ordered the caswell. :-(
You getting any sleep?... ;D
Quote from: sta on May 01, 2015, 11:43:42 AM
Yup, that's what it seems. though I already ordered the caswell. :-(
The coating probably won't hurt, as there is likely a large stock of existing ethanolized fuel sitting around which will have to be sold off before you start seeing pure gas available. And that's IF the local stores decide to alter their ordering procedures.
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 01, 2015, 01:08:00 PM
The coating probably won't hurt, as there is likely a large stock of existing ethanolized fuel sitting around which will have to be sold off before you start seeing pure gas available. And that's IF the local stores decide to alter their ordering procedures.
I sure as heck would do the Caswell treatment!
I might as well. As for the sleep, its definitely not enough. 2 hr increments are just not a good way to sleep. Can't wait for his solid food days!
Quote from: sta on May 04, 2015, 11:58:53 PM
Can't wait for his solid food days!
Yeah, you'll love those diaper changes after he starts with the solids... ;D
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on April 29, 2015, 09:47:04 AM
Yup. After the tank has dried out, the moister in the polymids will slowly evaporate, and the tank will return to its normal size/shape.
Will it shrink any if I just switch to non-ethanol gas? The 76 in Pearl City sells it and I use it exclusively for my boat.
Quote from: Thermite on May 11, 2015, 04:35:10 PM
Will it shrink any if I just switch to non-ethanol gas? The 76 in Pearl City sells it and I use it exclusively for my boat.
It may once the ethanol is used up. I looked for non-ethanol gas when I still had the Duc, but couldn't find 91/92 octane...
The monster runs fine on 89. I know that's a debate older than DMF itself with "experts" banging their drums in both camps. The S4RS has more torque than I will ever need so if I'm off a % or two I wouldn't even notice
My lap time is a couple hours. What's yours?
T
I think the issue with the 4V motors and higher octane fuel is more due to the engines running a higher compression ratio, and the "need" for more octane to ensure reliable detonation. It's especially important if you're running an ecu map with aggressive fueling. Being at sea level negates some of that need, but... The truly ironic bit is that adding ethanol to the fuel actually makes said fuel less efficient as an energy producing medium, and the ignition of said fuel less reliable.
As far as whether the tank will return to original shape by running pure gas exclusively; don't see that working as the tank has to be empty and dry in order for the already absorbed moisture to start evaporating from the nylon.
Okay then. 89 Octane pure gasoline it is! It will work well for me because I fill the boat from jerry cans and always have some leftover. Also that system is dedicated to the 89 whereas the rest are all multi use hoses where you know the first quart at least is 87. It's also the busiest fuel at the station so I'm sure it isn't sitting around in the tanks very long.
Any idea how long it will take for the tank shrink a bit? Say, in my garage hanging upside-down, filler neck open at 217' above sea level.
On my back home.
Wheels are off & getting new rubber tomorrow.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 19, 2015, 09:20:19 AM
Wheels are off & getting new rubber tomorrow.
You gonna have them scrubbed in for Sunday?... [evil]
What kind of rubbers did you get? I am due for some as well. Where did you get them and where are you having them installed?
Quote from: 15899Pani on June 19, 2015, 11:36:56 PM
What kind of rubbers did you get? I am due for some as well. Where did you get them and where are you having them installed?
Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa. The same tires that came with the bike. I think they are crazy good. Wasn't much of a price difference between them and the Dunlop Qualifier 3's which were the only other tires I was considering. I had to special order them through Montgomery Motors Cycle Sports. Price includes installation.
I'll get them scrubbed in as much as I can.
Those tires are great! I ran them on the SD for a while and they felt like they'd allow me to ride straight up a tree!! Only down side was they didn't last all that long.
Right on, I like them but I am really wanting to try the supercorsasp v2 but not sure how long they will last me. I have 4k on my current stock tires but they are totally fried. :-)
I got 5,000 miles out of mine. Ask Gene how many miles he got out of the SuperCorsa's. Great tire in the dry though.
Quote from: 15899Pani on June 20, 2015, 12:57:17 AM
I am really wanting to try the supercorsasp v2 but not sure how long they will last me. I have 4k on my current stock tires but they are totally fried. :-)
The SPs were OE on my S3R, very sticky tire...I swapped mine out for Q3s at 3900 miles. Note that I tend to be a smooth rider so that the 3900 miles included no wheelies, stoppies, burnouts, or tire spin ups when exiting corners...YRMV... ;)
Right on. I am thinking I will get 3kish. I figure I had 1500 miles of break in on the stockers and these being s softer compound, I should end up around there. Yeah, not much into the stunting either. Maybe a few small wheelies once in awhile. :-) Haven't really ridden with many that can keep pace with me here. I am pretty much stuck with diablo rosso corsa or supercorsa sp v2 due to traction control calibrations.
You lead next time.
Quote from: MadDuck on June 21, 2015, 05:14:36 PM
You lead next time.
I was waiting for that. [evil]
More than happy to! ;D. My only problem is I don't like to get up and out as early as you guys. I usually meet up with 20k at 11:30 noonish.
Quote from: 15899Pani on June 21, 2015, 06:16:02 PM
11:30 noonish.
Puts you right in oeak traffic hours, no?
We usually dont hit much on the fun roads.
I'm getting going later & later....... [Dolph]
Not trying to toot my own horn or anything. There are some pretty good riders in 20k. I believe they have been rather impressed with my riding ablity since I have started riding with them and definitely since I have lead on some of the runs. Last weekend I was on basically bald tires staying up front pulling away...just sayin.
The first time I rode with MD and Sta I was in break in, still getting used to a new bike, new roads, and waiting on getting some new gear. When I get some new tires, I'll come out and lead for a ride. ;D [evil]
Just know, Rick has some serious scoot in him. Or at least he used to. [evil]
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 21, 2015, 10:41:23 PM
Just know, Rick has some serious scoot in him. Or at least he used to. [evil]
I'll be lucky to see tail lights in the distance.
Oh, I know that! I could tell from when we rode before. :)
Had to order new boots and gloves. The uppers on the boots have been pretty beat for a while and the soles were past paper thin. When I got off the bike at home the whole sole on the left boot came undone right up to the ball. [laugh] Good timing, to say the least. The old GP Pro gloves have had a worn out thumb pad and a big hole in the palms. Took the plunge and ordered new skins for the feet and the hands. [roll]
Quote from: MadDuck on June 22, 2015, 09:44:11 AM
Had to order new boots and gloves. The uppers on the boots have been pretty beat for a while and the soles were past paper thin. When I got off the bike at home the whole sole on the left boot came undone right up to the ball. [laugh] Good timing, to say the least. The old GP Pro gloves have had a worn out thumb pad and a big hole in the palms. Took the plunge and ordered new skins for the feet and the hands. [roll]
'bout time!... [thumbsup]
+1
Speedy to dealer for 6k/one year service this morning...
Picked up the Speedy this afternoon, good for another 6k miles... [Dolph]
Had them wire up the HealTech gear indicator while the bike was there, it's a nice touch as it was on the SF... ;D
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on June 25, 2015, 08:42:19 PM
Picked up the Speedy this afternoon, good for another 6k miles... [Dolph]
Had them wire up the HealTech gear indicator while the bike was there, it's a nice touch as it was on the SF... ;D
[thumbsup]
Lubed the chain yesterday afternoon... [Dolph]
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on June 27, 2015, 10:34:58 AM
Lubed the chain yesterday afternoon... [Dolph]
So, they don't do that as part of the service that you just paid for? Did they even adjust the chain or was it all good before going in?
Quote from: MadDuck on June 27, 2015, 01:36:54 PM
So, they don't do that as part of the service that you just paid for? Did they even adjust the chain or was it all good before going in?
It's part of the service, I just prefer to clean and lube the chain myself...it's therapeutic and I prefer it lubed with Maxima Chain Wax, don't know what they use. Supply my own oil also, they use Kawasaki branded synthetic...my brand costs a lot more, so I know it's better... ;)
Been having a strange clutch problem for almost the whole time I have had my 899. First time i noticed it i bleed the clutch and the problem was still there. When it was in for the starter gear problem I told them and they said they would bleed it but it was still there when I picked it up. If the clutch was disengaged in gear for the length of a stop light my friction point would basically move and become instantaneous upon engagement rather than 2/3rds out. Anyways, took it in this morning and Eddie ended up putting on a new master cylinder. Wow! What a difference in overall ride ablity lol!
A new master? Was it replaced with the same model/piston size that came off the bike?
Quote from: DRKWNG on June 28, 2015, 08:52:40 AM
A new master? Was it replaced with the same model/piston size that came off the bike?
Most likely....... the bike still has warranty I believe.
Yup MD is correct. Good old warranty! ;D. Why I find spending the extra money for new worth while. [Dolph] Also installed a fender eliminator in my living room last night. :D Now some new tires and I'll be happy for a bit lol.
Made a video of my ride around on the 3rd.
Anyone else see 18 wheelers driving in the left lane here?! hahaha
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlvB9OaOcyw (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlvB9OaOcyw)
Dude, venture off the freeway.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 05, 2015, 06:13:42 PM
Dude, venture off the freeway.
lol yeah well i had to take the freeway to check out the pali highway never been there before still exploring the island.
i did Tantalus drive a few weeks ago, was not ready for that!
Quote from: pdog109 on July 05, 2015, 06:22:25 PM
lol yeah well i had to take the freeway to check out the pali highway never been there before still exploring the island.
i did Tantalus drive a few weeks ago, was not ready for that!
Haven't been on that road for years. LOVED it when I was there, back before the road surface turned to shit.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 05, 2015, 06:24:04 PM
Haven't been on that road for years. LOVED it when I was there, back before the road surface turned to shit.
I wasn't worried about the road surface it was the crazy curves that i have never encountered before on my bike think i was in 2nd gear the entire time pussy-footing it through but at least i didn't wreck that's a plus in my book hahaha.
Those "crazy curves" are what make that road (potentially) so much fun.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 05, 2015, 07:23:41 PM
Those "crazy curves" are what make that road (potentially) so much fun.
;D
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 05, 2015, 07:23:41 PM
Those "crazy curves" are what make that road (potentially) so much fun.
Fixed that shit for you. ;D
Quote from: MadDuck on July 05, 2015, 08:43:35 PM
Fixed that shit for you. ;D
Put it in parenthesis based on all the reports of the road falling apart again.
Get the ape!!
I see now said the blind man. [laugh]
[quote author=pdog109 link=topic=946.msg1317226#msg1317226 date=1436146042
I wasn't worried about the road surface it was the crazy curves that i have never encountered before on my bike think i was in 2nd gear the entire time pussy-footing it through but at least i didn't wreck that's a plus in my book hahaha.
[/quote]
I was introduced to that road decades ago by friends I worked with at the motorcycle shop. I was still a puppy and didn't have much time on motorcycles. I just followed as best that I could and those guys weren't slow. Well, by today's bike standards we were all slow. [laugh] We had, what, 305cc twin cylinder 2 strokes? Skinny little tires. Loved the road from the start.
That is where you practice, where you put all the techniques and drills to work and, theoretically, come out a little bit better rider every time you finish. I'm still polishing.
Dropped off the tank and caswell mixture to cycledelic today. One step closer to riding again.
Watched bsb at thruxton yesterday, hoping the Ducati will do well. Going back today to watch more :)
(How do I post photos on here)
Quote from: sta on August 01, 2015, 08:58:35 PM
Dropped off the tank and caswell mixture to cycledelic today. One step closer to riding again.
[thumbsup]
Quick ride out to Ko Olina and back this morning, first time on the Speedy in 3+ weeks...I love this motorbike, just wish it would stir my soul like the SF did...
I bought a house the other day.
New Mexico.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 13, 2015, 07:27:43 PM
New Mexico.
Visited White Sands in July, 1970...hot!... :o
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on August 13, 2015, 07:53:55 PM
Visited White Sands in July, 1970...hot!... :o
That's where I'll be working.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 13, 2015, 07:55:50 PM
That's where I'll be working.
Pushing a little over a hundred there for the next couple of days then it'll cool off to the mid nineties.
Whatever you do .......... do not upgrade to Windows 10
Quote from: MadDuck on August 13, 2015, 10:38:40 PM
Pushing a little over a hundred there for the next couple of days then it'll cool off to the mid nineties.
100 isn't bad at all down there. It was 104 when I was out looking at houses. I felt fine in jeans and a long sleeve dress shirt.
Quote from: MadDuck on August 13, 2015, 11:35:34 PM
Whatever you do .......... do not upgrade to Windows 10
What version did you upgrade from?
Windows 8.1 I think. The wireless connection dropped out after I installed a wireless printer on the home network. Apparently this is a common problem and requires some registry editing. We'll see................. [popcorn]
Got it handled & all systems go at this point. [thumbsup]
Quote from: MadDuck on August 16, 2015, 07:08:25 PM
Got it handled & all systems go at this point. [thumbsup]
Not quite. System auto reverted back to W10. Couldn't stop it but everything seems to work OK except for no touchscreen. I talked to the GeekSquad folks on Sat. They want me to get a 8.1 system restore disc from HP and then they will wipe everything clean & do a fresh reload and install W10. I spoke to HP support yesterday for an hour and a half and they want to try a remote connect Sat morning ( they will call me from the Philippines ) and think they can fix it without a restore disc. I wonder if that's possible if files are corrupted like they seem to be. We'll try and I'll have Gloria cuss them out if it all goes bad. [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] They say if that doesn't work then they will send me the restore disc. I wish they would send the disc in the first place. [bang] [bang] [bang]
I love my mac.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 25, 2015, 05:27:12 PM
I love my mac.
My only complaint(s) with Mac is that they are really pricey. They have no touchscreen for the desktops & I can't run certain programs on them. My Mercedes electronic parts catalog doesn't work with their operating system. But I tell you what, with all the touchiness, weirdness of the W10 I could just say to hell with it. For me it used to be six of one and a half dozen of the other. The only thing that made Apple better was the low rate of virus attacks. The Mac operating system was never, ever intuitive for me. Never really had big issues with the Microsoft operating systems until now.
You can run windows natively (if you really need to) on any of the recent mac machines. I've got XP (I think) loaded on my lap top, and used it for tuneecu. You simply hold down the option key when starting the machine up, and it will ask you which OS you wish to use.
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 27, 2015, 03:03:39 PM
You can run windows natively (if you really need to) on any of the recent mac machines. I've got XP (I think) loaded on my lap top, and used it for tuneecu. You simply hold down the option key when starting the machine up, and it will ask you which OS you wish to use.
I am aware of that but have never really warmed to the idea. Seems like an excessive & wasted use of memory to me to be having two operating systems on one machine. I may have to do that someday though if this crap continues.
It doesn't run them simultaneously, at least not the way I'm talking about. Bootcamp (holding the option key down during start up) will only run one OS. VM ware makes an app that will run windows within a mac OS environment. And yes, that's silly to me too.
I know they don't run simultaneously. I had a guy working with me a couple of years ago that was showing me all of this. Running both at one time would just be nuts. I don't even like that it has to take up the memory just to have it on hand. I'm kind of stupid and weird in that way. Have one machine run one and have another machine run the other one. Unless you are in a jam.............
An OS, or any process, that isn't running doesn't use 'memory'. It only takes up disc space which is pretty much irrelevant these days with the size of available drives.
Quit being stubborn. ;D
Quote from: ducpainter on August 29, 2015, 10:12:32 AM
An OS, or any process, that isn't running doesn't use 'memory'. It only takes up disc space which is pretty much irrelevant these days with the size of available drives.
Quit being stubborn. ;D
Stubborn is what I do!
Anyway I don' t seem to be getting anywhere with HP support so a change may happen soon.
BTW. Disc space is also memory but you're right. I doubt that I would ever come close to using all of it. I just think that when you spend good money for supposedly high zoot tech then it should work as advertised. If they said buy it at your own risk, we're still in Beta with all of this stuff but it's for sale, then that's another thing.
I could easily end up selling this POS and take a loss on it to get a Mac desktop. That still pees me off as I'm no great fan of Mac either and I just get the feeling that I'm being backed into the corner of choosing the least of evils. Know what I mean...........
Short ride on the Speedy this morning...did the usual windward stuff via the Pali, returned on H3. Left with 8958 miles on the ODO returned with 9001. Oddly the Service Interval Indicator (wrench icon) came on during the ride, there is no service required at 9k miles for my bike...so I did my interim oil change, as was the plan, and called it a day... :)
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 09, 2016, 05:43:33 PM
Short ride on the Speedy this morning...did the usual windward stuff via the Pali, returned on H3. Left with 8958 miles on the ODO returned with 9001. Oddly the Service Interval Indicator (wrench icon) came on during the ride, there is no service required at 9k miles for my bike...so I did my interim oil change, as was the plan, and called it a day... :)
Maybe it's a time/annual reminder tick?
Quote from: MadDuck on July 10, 2016, 09:10:37 AM
Maybe it's a time/annual reminder tick?
I'm thinkin' the ecu monitors how the bike is ridden and triggers the indicator accordingly...
Helped Josh change out the rear shock in the M800 he just bought. The shock on his bike was just plain blown out, no oil, leaked out everywhere and just bouncing along on the spring. We tried to install the Sachs rear shock that came off my old M900 but that won't work without modification so we put the rear shock from the old, yellow M620 that I had and took apart for spare parts. Good thing I got that old 620 because now there is at least a working shock on Josh's bike and a bunch of the other parts will be going onto Tori's/Baz's silver 620. We are getting spare rear shock rocker assemblies to modify in order to accept the M900 shock. That will stiffen things up a bit and get the rear end more too. Right now it feels like you are dragging butt riding around on the M800. Another work in process....... [Dolph]
Quote from: MadDuck on July 11, 2016, 11:23:45 AM
Another work in process....... [Dolph]
Fun stuff though...right?... :)
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 11, 2016, 09:51:40 PM
Fun stuff though...right?... :)
More fun than fixing a crashed bike.
Took the SD out today, and rode NM152 from Hillsboro to Bayard and back (check it out; https://goo.gl/maps/MvsD9vvGmRw ). Crazy fun road, but hour plus on the slab to get there just isn't worth it.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 24, 2016, 07:22:26 PM
Took the SD out today, and rode NM152 from Hillsboro to Bayard and back (check it out; https://goo.gl/maps/MvsD9vvGmRw ). Crazy fun road, but hour plus on the slab to get there just isn't worth it.
Up & down I25? How about trailering there & back? This is where you need a small, tightly knit band.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 25, 2016, 11:17:27 PM
Up & down I25?
Partly. I took the surface roads up, and stopped at Hatch on the way back for a green chile cheeseburger.
Did windward and Tantalus today...T is as bad or worse than I've ever seen it, lot's of pot holes, cracks and old half assed lumpy repairs...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on July 28, 2016, 07:28:54 PM
Did windward and Tantalus today...T is as bad or worse than I've ever seen it, lot's of pot holes, cracks and old half assed lumpy repairs...
i went down 13 turns tonight on my way home in the old 325i. That road has also gotten pretty horrible.
It was nice enough today to take the bike into work so I did. Got a lap around Tantalus afterwards and it is bad but not any worse than it was a few weeks ago. There was lots of green bloom all over the sections in the shade & wet, especially going through the Eucalyptus Straight . I tried a different tactic today in that I hardly trail braked at all, I would just set up with a proper gearing and let engine braking take over or just plain modulate throttle through the corner. I did that because there were so many wet shady turns up there today and that change worked out pretty good for the conditions up there today. That & lifting on the pegs through some of the rough patches.
We'll see how the weather goes tomorrow and if that was going to be my last ride up there for a while. [roll] [Dolph]
How does the 1290's throttle react to subtle adjustments? I'm assuming the RBW set up allows you to "adjust" it somewhat easily.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 30, 2016, 05:56:02 PM
How does the 1290's throttle react to subtle adjustments? I'm assuming the RBW set up allows you to "adjust" it somewhat easily.
If you are in "SPORT" there is almost no such thing as subtle. Every little twitch counts. Shift over to "STREET" and things happen a bit slower, in fact using "STREET" with the traction control turned off is kind of interesting. You get sort of a combination of fast & smooth that you don't get with "STREET" and TC switched on. That just becomes smooth but chops off some of the quick throttle action. Bear in mind too that this is my bike with the Akra reflash. The stocker in SPORT is still not that impressive.
Quote from: MadDuck on July 30, 2016, 06:09:43 PM
If you are in "SPORT" there is almost no such thing as subtle. Every little twitch counts.
So kind of like my SD. with a negative mass flywheel.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 31, 2016, 03:05:17 PM
So kind of like my SD. with a negative mass flywheel.
[thumbsup]
So between last weekend and this weekend I have fixed up & hot rodded a golf cart that's been out of commission for almost six months. I fixed a construction company Toyota pickup that everyone said had crazy electrical problems & might need a new fuse box and new wiring & I replaced a dead starter motor in a 620 Monster. Now the next project will likely be the florescent light replacement - modification in the garage and then back to work on the BMW's if my neck & shoulders are up to it.
Sounds like you're doing pretty good!... ;D
The healing is an interesting process. Different than anything else I've ever been through but still going forward. Slowly.
Installed a new battery in the Speedy this afternoon...
Quote from: Speed 3 Pilot on November 03, 2016, 06:17:50 PM
Installed a new battery in the Speedy this afternoon...
Good thing! Shorai?
So, no more crazy no starts after short rides?
Quote from: MadDuck on November 08, 2016, 09:49:15 PM
So, no more crazy no starts after short rides?
So far, no...did my normal pre-ride routine on Sunday, ride 1.5 miles, fill up with gas, and the bike fired right up at the touch of the starter button... ;D
Looking forward to a Sunday ride... [Dolph]
Epidural injection this afternoon, chill for a couple of days and I'll be good to ride on Sunday... [Dolph]
Flush & renew brake fluid on front & rear brakes for the Superduke. That pesky brake noise is gone now. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Found both mounting tabs for the Superduke tailight broken. WARRANTY ! ! !
On another, but related, note .......... man 'o man I love this bike! [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil]
Quote from: MadDuck on January 02, 2017, 05:54:37 PM
Found both mounting tabs for the Superduke tailight broken. WARRANTY ! ! !
That's pretty common, even on my series SD.
Quote from: MadDuck on January 02, 2017, 05:54:37 PMOn another, but related, note .......... man 'o man I love this bike! [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil]
Told ya
Ate some German food & ice cream
I put new tires on the SuperDuke. Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II's. Front & rear. I repeat that I did the mounting. Goto helped with the rear & Wally helped with the front. Let me say thanks to both of those guys & thanks to the heat gun. If you are doing this without a machine, and that's my situation, you absolutely need that heat gun to help. It's debatable whether or not it's worth it as doing it by hand is a huge pain. That said I saved $200 going the route I did. The Scot in me says it's worth it. The argument rages.
The tires are completely different from the Dunlop Streetsmarts that came with the bike. These tires are more pointed and have steeper sidewalls so they really fall into a turn. I also notice that the carcass is softer. Only got two laps around Norfolk on damp roads with leaves in the corners so I don't have a full report yet. One thing is that the bike is different once again and I'll need some time to adjust to this. It's all good.
The pirellis that I used to run on my SD (diablo rosso IIs I think) made the bike feel as if it could climb straight up a tree. They didn't last for shit, but the traction was impressive.
Quote from: DRKWNG on July 22, 2018, 09:14:01 PM
The pirellis that I used to run on my SD (diablo rosso IIs I think) made the bike feel as if it could climb straight up a tree. They didn't last for shit, but the traction was impressive.
I think those were on my S1000R and they impressed the shit out of me. These are supposed to be better & they are good in the rain too. What short ride it was already favorable.
Cleaned her and installed some fairing I had removed because I intend on replacing/ fixing; my red seat cowl is cracked, the side seat fairing have tabs broken, and the oil pan fairing is missing a support.
Placed my tri-color seat and a good CF seat cowl.
Still need replace/ fix rear turn signals.
Plan on adding a slipper clutch, nicer break reservoirs and upgrade the headlight lol
02 Monster S4.
(https://flic.kr/p/2ebeYER)
Ran an errand so took her out for a spin. Went and visited my brother in law afterwards.
First ride after I replaced the clutch and brake reservoirs and short hoses.
All good.
Added more bling to the Husky 701SM. Checked & tightened front wheel spoke tension. Rear wheel work next weekend.
Quote from: MadDuck on January 16, 2019, 06:09:38 AM
Added more bling to the Husky 701SM. Checked & tightened front wheel spoke tension. Rear wheel work next weekend.
[thumbsup]
Didn't get the rear wheel work done.....................stuff happens............ >:( ;D [roll]
Perfect timing. Off and on rain all day over on this side of the island which made it a great day to bleed the brakes on the 1290R. Fantastic and now have nice, high & tight brakes again front & rear. Both bikes fully ready for action again. [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [Dolph] [Dolph]
[thumbsup]
Popped the baffle out of the can on the Hoosky & took it into town & over Tantalus. LOUD! Louder than the 1290R with the baffle out. Good fun though short shifting to keep it stealth ( sort of stealth ) and alternating blasting it up & down the rev range. Back to home & one blitz run through Norfolk. Baffle back in.
Waited for hours to go home due to the accident on Kaukanahua.
Helped to try & resurrect the upstairs landlords 620 Monster. Doubtful but we shall see...... [roll] [roll] [roll]