Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« on: April 20, 2019, 12:10:28 PM » |
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I've had four weekend's off in 2019 and three of those with rain  Just got my new rear tire delivered for my trip out west on my bike. I'm diggin' this thread pattern. Achilles ATR Sport Performance 205/55/16 it's directional soft compound. All I need now is a couple more weekends off the get my maintenance done on the Interstate.  |
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« Reply #1 on: April 20, 2019, 12:11:39 PM » |
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« Reply #2 on: April 20, 2019, 12:30:15 PM » |
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Probably can ride that bad boy in light snow !
Nice looking tire
Get r done. Less than 2 months to go
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« Reply #3 on: April 20, 2019, 12:58:19 PM » |
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I've got new rubbers ready in the garage.
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« Reply #4 on: April 20, 2019, 01:22:41 PM » |
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I put new tires on my bike just before the Bigwolf Recon. Unfortunately, the Avon Cobra on the front has turned out to be bad. Now another “new” front tire is sitting in my garage waiting for my time to install it. On the up side, my 5 year old battery just died so my epic trip to Inzane will start out with a new battery rather than have an old one fail on the road somewhere.
Where does the time go? ......... seems like just last year that I put a new battery in the bike but my records say it’s been 5 years.
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Gavin_Sons
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« Reply #5 on: April 20, 2019, 01:42:35 PM » |
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I've got new rubbers ready in the garage.
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« Reply #7 on: April 20, 2019, 02:08:01 PM » |
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I'm booked up almost solid between now and Inzane departure... Sure hope my Valks are up to the journey as they sit...  |
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« Reply #8 on: April 20, 2019, 02:10:45 PM » |
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I'm booked up almost solid between now and Inzane departure... Sure hope my Valks are up to the journey as they sit... Tires good? If so they are up to the task  |
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« Reply #9 on: April 20, 2019, 02:14:37 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
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« Reply #10 on: April 20, 2019, 02:23:50 PM » |
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Joe once again my week off is the week before Inzane  I will be in Taos the week before inzane. Have been there the last 5 yrs on my long trip of the summer. I may run into some of you on my way home somewhere. Ran into a couple of folks at a gas station the year it was in spearfish. Wish I had the option of when to take my Vacation. But sadly I dont. All that go be safe and have a great ride. Many good roads in the area hwy 64 out there is cool the ride over into angelfire is awesome. Wish I could ride it with Valk brothers.  |
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« Reply #11 on: April 20, 2019, 02:46:24 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #12 on: April 20, 2019, 02:47:13 PM » |
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I put new tires on my bike just before the Bigwolf Recon. Unfortunately, the Avon Cobra on the front has turned out to be bad. Now another “new” front tire is sitting in my garage waiting for my time to install it. On the up side, my 5 year old battery just died so my epic trip to Inzane will start out with a new battery rather than have an old one fail on the road somewhere.
Where does the time go? ......... seems like just last year that I put a new battery in the bike but my records say it’s been 5 years.
Mine is still good but 5 years old it will be replaced with a new just for peace of mind. |
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #13 on: April 20, 2019, 02:50:11 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
No sh!t .. I'm on the same boat being worked like a Hebrew slave at work. |
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #14 on: April 20, 2019, 02:52:57 PM » |
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Joe once again my week off is the week before Inzane I will be in Taos the week before inzane. Have been there the last 5 yrs on my long trip of the summer. I may run into some of you on my way home somewhere. Ran into a couple of folks at a gas station the year it was in spearfish. Wish I had the option of when to take my Vacation. But sadly I dont. All that go be safe and have a great ride. Many good roads in the area hwy 64 out there is cool the ride over into angelfire is awesome. Wish I could ride it with Valk brothers. We'll be in Hazen Arkansas on June 3 after that not a clue just following my friend Punisher who plans a hellofa ride. |
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MarkT
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« Reply #15 on: April 20, 2019, 03:31:01 PM » |
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Only 4 1/2 hours - 272 miles for us. One gas stop. Too easy. Oh well, we'll be nice and rested for riding around Taos!
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« Reply #16 on: April 20, 2019, 03:37:35 PM » |
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That’s how it was for me last year in VA.
Looking forward to the ride out west, so much to see.
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baldo
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« Reply #17 on: April 20, 2019, 04:36:09 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
How are we to recognize you ? The rest of the bike will have a little rust, corrosion, and/or dirt. You can't miss it. Maybe there'll be a sticker or two on it.....  |
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« Reply #18 on: April 20, 2019, 04:40:08 PM » |
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You know there might be at least one rider who runs out of tire or brake pads because they didn't check.
I just installed new front pads and my rear pads have about 2/3 left.
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Bighead
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« Reply #19 on: April 20, 2019, 04:47:09 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
How are we to recognize you ? The rest of the bike will have a little rust, corrosion, and/or dirt. You can't miss it. Maybe there'll be a sticker or two on it..... Don’t forget the rainbow Flag flying high  |
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« Reply #20 on: April 20, 2019, 04:49:16 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
How are we to recognize you ? The rest of the bike will have a little rust, corrosion, and/or dirt. You can't miss it. Maybe there'll be a sticker or two on it..... Don’t forget the rainbow Flag flying high Why is it you have to drop a turd in the pool every time ? |
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« Reply #21 on: April 20, 2019, 04:59:20 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
How are we to recognize you ? The rest of the bike will have a little rust, corrosion, and/or dirt. You can't miss it. Maybe there'll be a sticker or two on it..... Don’t forget the rainbow Flag flying high Why is it you have to drop a turd in the pool every time ? (Not a commentary on the discussion, but made me think of this classic episode) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cjn0Yw0mxukI still need to at least do a rudimentary check of my Valks, especially if Kali ends up riding one of 'em. The Standard, sadly, hasn't been ridden much lately other than by her. I still love my Standard, but I hafta get the Interstate out to get the Standard out, AND she can't ride it with my seat on it, so I hafta swap seats out, just usually easier to take off on the Interstate... |
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« Reply #22 on: April 20, 2019, 05:32:17 PM » |
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In before the lock...
Well, I wish I was joining you all in Taos and the surrounding beautiful part of this country. Sadly, it doesn't appear to be a possibility. I wish you all safe travels and a great time.
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« Reply #23 on: April 20, 2019, 05:36:53 PM » |
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I wished them all a great and safe trip too even the ones that I dont see eye to eye with. I wish no one harm.
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« Reply #24 on: April 20, 2019, 05:40:32 PM » |
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In an attempt to make my ride a bit less hideous, I'm swapping the wheels out with a very nice pair and new tires. Also a nice OEM exhaust, shiny new heel toe, and various other bits.
Mechanically, alternator maintenance and valve adjustment is due.
This along with several upholstery projects to be completed and overtime to be worked.
I'll need to take a vacation in order to take a vacation.
How are we to recognize you ? The rest of the bike will have a little rust, corrosion, and/or dirt. You can't miss it. Maybe there'll be a sticker or two on it..... Don’t forget the rainbow Flag flying high Why is it you have to drop a turd in the pool every time ? (Not a commentary on the discussion, but made me think of this classic episode) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cjn0Yw0mxukI still need to at least do a rudimentary check of my Valks, especially if Kali ends up riding one of 'em. The Standard, sadly, hasn't been ridden much lately other than by her. I still love my Standard, but I hafta get the Interstate out to get the Standard out, AND she can't ride it with my seat on it, so I hafta swap seats out, just usually easier to take off on the Interstate... The last I remember you saying, she got gun shy (no pun intended). Is she riding it again ? |
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« Reply #25 on: April 20, 2019, 05:42:53 PM » |
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baldo
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« Reply #26 on: April 20, 2019, 06:09:56 PM » |
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In before the lock...
Well, I wish I was joining you all in Taos and the surrounding beautiful part of this country. Sadly, it doesn't appear to be a possibility. I wish you all safe travels and a great time.
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« Reply #27 on: April 20, 2019, 06:13:00 PM » |
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You know there might be at least one rider who runs out of tire or brake pads because they didn't check.
I just installed new front pads and my rear pads have about 2/3 left.
I always carry a full set of pads, a starter relay and ignition, amongst other bits. They don't take up too much room and can really make a difference in someones day. |
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #28 on: April 20, 2019, 07:00:55 PM » |
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Sadly I'll not be making the trip either due to homebound caregiver duties. Back in the mid-90's my wife and I and at least two other couples spent half of August in Angel Fire three years in a row. I'd like nothing more than to be able to do it again....but not to be. |
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« Reply #29 on: April 20, 2019, 09:55:56 PM » |
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@Smokinjoe-what front tire you running?
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« Reply #30 on: April 21, 2019, 02:22:56 AM » |
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@Smokinjoe-what front tire you running?
He probably threw his computer out the window because of the direction this thread took... He generally runs Avons... -Mike |
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« Reply #31 on: April 21, 2019, 04:09:28 AM » |
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Maybe there'll be a sticker or two on it..... TRUMP 2020 or MAGA? I'd have a hard time deciding and probably just go with both. |
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« Reply #32 on: April 21, 2019, 05:18:27 AM » |
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Maybe there'll be a sticker or two on it..... TRUMP 2020 or MAGA? I'd have a hard time deciding and probably just go with both. Hmmmm...I'd have to give that a tink..... Perhaps these would work out better...   There are so many to choose from.......I'm in a quandary... Now let's get this thread back on track.....  |
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« Reply #33 on: April 21, 2019, 05:20:35 AM » |
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Sadly I'll not be making the trip either due to homebound caregiver duties. Back in the mid-90's my wife and I and at least two other couples spent half of August in Angel Fire three years in a row. I'd like nothing more than to be able to do it again....but not to be. Sorry to hear that, John. I'd like to meet you sometime. |
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« Reply #34 on: April 21, 2019, 01:20:55 PM » |
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Joe once again my week off is the week before Inzane I will be in Taos the week before inzane. Have been there the last 5 yrs on my long trip of the summer. I may run into some of you on my way home somewhere. Ran into a couple of folks at a gas station the year it was in spearfish. Wish I had the option of when to take my Vacation. But sadly I dont. All that go be safe and have a great ride. Many good roads in the area hwy 64 out there is cool the ride over into angelfire is awesome. Wish I could ride it with Valk brothers. Yea west of Taos to Cimarron is a cool road. Angel fire is kinda in the middle of no where |
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« Reply #35 on: April 21, 2019, 06:13:02 PM » |
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Do you need the secret club handshake to get the 8645 one?
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Joe once again my week off is the week before Inzane I will be in Taos the week before inzane. Have been there the last 5 yrs on my long trip of the summer. I may run into some of you on my way home somewhere. Ran into a couple of folks at a gas station the year it was in spearfish. Wish I had the option of when to take my Vacation. But sadly I dont. All that go be safe and have a great ride. Many good roads in the area hwy 64 out there is cool the ride over into angelfire is awesome. Wish I could ride it with Valk brothers. Yea west of Taos to Cimarron is a cool road. Angel fire is kinda in the middle of no where East. The other west. |
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I'm running the same, only 195 on the F6B now. So far it's sticks nicely . |
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