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Post by WT100 on Jul 21, 2011 16:54:59 GMT -5
How does it look as a naked bike?
I'm starting to really want to pull all the fairings off of mine. But the tank is not made to be seen under the fairing. (lots of mounting brackets etc.)
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Post by Reign on Jul 21, 2011 16:57:55 GMT -5
It looks bad without the panels. They fit too much "stuff" under them, so when you pull them off it's a bunch of wiring and stuff shown. I'll grab a picture for you when I head out later.
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Post by WT100 on Jul 21, 2011 17:03:31 GMT -5
Yup, sounds like mine. Still want to do it tho...... ;D
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Post by Reign on Jul 21, 2011 19:39:07 GMT -5
Here's what it looks like stripped:   |
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Post by WT100 on Jul 21, 2011 19:46:26 GMT -5
With the black motor, pipe etc it's gonna look killer!
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Post by Reign on Jul 22, 2011 8:46:54 GMT -5
Just a little eye candy for the GPS I bought yesterday. It has a feature that you can set a image to load while the GPS is starting up.  I also ordered a "Ram Mount" system for the GPS. Cost almost as much as the whole GPS  |
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Post by WT100 on Jul 22, 2011 8:50:45 GMT -5
Nice!
You'll have to start a trip thread.
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Post by Reign on Jul 22, 2011 8:55:59 GMT -5
Definitely. I can update it from my Kindle every night when I stop. I've got a small notepad to keep track of mileage and gas prices too, so I'll be sure to update with that info.
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Post by WT100 on Jul 22, 2011 18:05:07 GMT -5
Hey if you are looking for bike luggage i love my Dowco 3 piece value pack that i got. Lots of luggage for $120. The trick is to roll your cloths up in a plastic bag squeezing all the air out as you roll. You can get a lot in a small space that way.  I got red cloth paint from Hobby Lobby and painted my bags to keep the "Triton Tribute" alive. lol  Can wait to see your adventure progress! |
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Post by Reign on Jul 22, 2011 19:57:17 GMT -5
Nice. I might have to try that bag idea for my clothes. I've already got a big tank bag, giant saddlebags, and a 8 gallon Rubbermaid "Action Packer" for on the back seat. Overall I have about 5 cubic feet of luggage area INSIDE of storage. I also have a giant bungee net for holding my tent and fold up chair, etc.
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Post by Reign on Jul 22, 2011 20:13:23 GMT -5
Oh, and I managed to get some work done outside today! It finally cooled off enough after the rain that I wasn't sweating after 2 minutes of standing outside. List of things accomplished today: 1) New petcock installed on the gas tank. 2) New fuel line run. (I wanted to throw an in-line filter on, but the angle is too sharp from the tank to the carb to fit it) 3) Front and rear sprockets changed to my new ones. 4) Old chain cut off with the Dremel. 5) Oil changed. I changed it last year just before putting it away for the winter, but with the bad petcock leaking all winter long, the gas ended up in the oil. 6) Gas cap fixed on the tank. Surprisingly all of that only took me about 3 hours! Oh, and my new helmet came today. Modular carbon fiber  Tell me what you think:    |
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Post by WT100 on Jul 22, 2011 20:40:41 GMT -5
Wow sounds like you are set for travel. Camping on a MC trip is always impressive to me. Seems like putting a challenge on top of a challenge. I'm more a - ride all day then chill by the hotel pool - kind of traveler. lol
That helmet rocks! Cooler than any of mine and i have 8!
So when is your trip?
From where to where?
What is your route?
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Post by Reign on Jul 22, 2011 21:35:53 GMT -5
I'm shooting for around this time next month. Mid-to-late August. Don't know exactly what route I'm gonna take yet. I suppose I'll let the GPS figure that out for me. And if the GPS is way off, I'll have a road atlas along too. My main attraction will be Florida. Whatever I see along the way will just add to the fun I don't want to do TOO much riding everyday, but I don't want to lounge around for hours while there's still sunlight either. I'll have to find a good mix of the two. |
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Post by Goosey on Jul 23, 2011 8:35:15 GMT -5
Make sure you have the GPS show attractions along the way. Give yourself a chance to smell some roses along the way. Helmet looks Good |
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Post by 2strokd on Jul 23, 2011 9:09:14 GMT -5
Lookin good Ben! Very nice helmet! Hope it keeps that nice Carbon color.
Make sure you get or have my number before all is said and done. You are very welcome here as well as Shakerdriver,s place. Any member that i know is a good member is welcome. If ya need a place to stay the night, or just stop in for a meal and a cold drink, you are very welcome here buddy. To be frank, ide kinda be upset if you didnt swing by... Lol, you will be passing right through Lafayette heading south on I-65. We, Shaker and I live less than 10minutes away from the Interstate by slow scooter lol.
Way to plan ahead Ben , great work! Im sure you will enjoy this trip very much. And have memories for LIFE!!!! Priceless IMO
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