BrianF

3 hours ago, Polarbear said:

 

 

Ok, here's a teaser....




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STROM. Loved mine.

Not much of an 8th gen fan, but that grey & bronze is BUENO.

Best place to work on bikes, hands down.

*looks at new R1200RS in garage* "That might've been premature." 

 

Glad they found it!

NO WAY! I've stayed in Weaverville a few times too - nice town.

 

I know there's lots of meth-heads up there. Will keep my eyes on Craigslist.

Am I the only one who likes the screamer sound of an I4?

 

In WSBK, the Ducs and Yams perk up my ears because they're different, not because they are better.

15 hours ago, Dustin said:

You're concerned about range I imagine. If the bike can deliver, say, 45 mpg, is that enough range for your use?

 

Nope. One of the reasons I dumped the 7th gen was that I was always, always thinking about fuel. Don't want to do that again.

 

Will wait for some real-world figures on the SS before closing the door, but my figures usually seem to be lower than average. Wonder why...

As I said in the other thread, I was ready to put a deposit on the S model until I read "16 liter fuel tank." 4.2gal is a non-starter for me.

19 hours ago, Duc2V4 said:

It would be very hard to sell my 900SS/SP but upgrading to to a 2017 might be less painful.

 

If you do decide to upgrade, you know who to call!

16 liter (4.2gal) fuel tank? Please tell me that's a typo.

I was giggling like a child until I read that.

23 hours ago, Rambler358 said:

Great pics! Looks like someone brought a real camera along.

 

If only I'd also brought someone who knew how to use it!

On 9/15/2016 at 8:04 PM, crazybrother said:

Brain, awesome pic's as usual... how many times did you run Wentworth...?

 

Just twice, we got low on daylight and I had a very close call with a deer going about 85. So we called it a night.

Let there be pics!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I have some other good ones on my phone - will try to post those at some point. Sorry Noel I made you look slow on both your ride-bys. 

27 minutes ago, joemaniaci said:

Does no one else use the K&N filter with the bolt welded on the end so you can just use a socket?

 

K&N specifically says that bolt is for removal only, and here's why: The welds around the base of it are very weak. Last week I had the dreaded weld failure on my '04 around that "crown" on a brand new K&N filter that I hand-tightened. Safe to say no more K&Ns for me.

It was 1147 miles door-to-door for me. Not bad for 53 hours total.

 

Great riding with a great group. Tip of the cap to Rich and Monica for joining us yesterday, as well as Lance for making the trek from SoCal. Really a fun weekend.

 

No accidents and no tickets, so we'll call it success. I'll post my pics sometime this week.

3 hours ago, vguy said:

I was going to meet up in Kernville Saturday AM. Something has come up -- won't be able to make it after all. Have fun. Ride safe.

 

Bummer, but no worries. Things happen. We'll catch ya next time.

42 minutes ago, RichVee4 said:

If we can coordinate the Mrs and I will plan to meet the group at the base of Monitor Pass and hwy 395 near Topaz Sunday.  We will do a sighting lap on Monitor and meet you at the wide pull out right after you turn onto 89 at the base of Monitor, bringing my silver 6th gen.   If you txt me when you are leaving Sonora that is about 2 hrs away and I can plan accordingly.  This spot also looks to be about 5 hr from Shaver Lake so if you leave ~7:30 puts you there about 13:00, depending on how many photo stops.   Do you think you will eat lunch in Sonora or later?   Some lunch options along your route, Markleville good sandwitch shop or S Tahoe good burger place near the Y.  Looking at other options than TAco Bell this year.   See you guys Sunday!  Safe Travels  

 

Heal up quick Ed...

 

This sounds pretty good Rich. Will do regarding the text in Sonora.

 

Sonora will probably be our lunch stop - or somewhere on the western side of the crest. I, of course, would like to hold out for Mt. View BBQ, but I might be eaten by the starving pack by that point. 

 

Last I recall I have service most of the way on 108 so I'll keep you posted as best I can. We'll aim for 13:00 for now.

Mine is similar, but not as pronounced because of the shorter muffler. Gotta figure there's a reason Delkys are cheap...

 

I agree though, it doesn't look awesome. I did it more for the sound than the look.

 

EDIT: based on the 5ths I've seen with this can, there is decent variation in how much they stick out. Mine doesn't seem to be a bad one.

 

Well, my bad Friday got even worse - so my departure time is likely going to be 4pm or so. That means about 10pm in Kernville. Sorry guys.

If no one's passed out or started a fight at the bar across the street by then I'll be very disappointed.

4 hours ago, Stucky said:

Well, I am officially out for this year; in KC for a funeral. Have fun and ride safe guys!

 

-Mike

 

Bummer man, sorry to hear about your grandma. We'll catch ya next time!

12 minutes ago, sfdownhill said:

Just watching the ride unfold. Looks good. I'll be coming up from San Diego, starting Friday morning and dawdling through Angeles Crest, Tujunga, Lake Hughes, then flat straight highway to 178.

 

Question - does KSU mean kickstand up, or Kentucky State University?

 

Yeah it's KickStands Up. Also Kansas State University. And probably some others I don't know cuz I'm not that smart. 

4 hours ago, VFR Capt.Bob said:

It may have been whiskey logic to think my wife would go along with this. I have to back out of this. Too much going on. But will look forward to riding with you guys another time

 

I just realized I didn't even have you on the "IN" list - must've been a premonition. No worries, we'll catch you next time. I keep thinking about organizing a SoCal tour (The Snake, 33, Angeles Crest, Palomar etc) for this same group. One of these days...

2 hours ago, Duc2V4 said:

Not the way Brian rides!

 

Cant argue with that logic.

 

I'd think 10:00 at the absolute latest - try to leave Shaver at 7:30?

16 hours ago, VFR Capt.Bob said:

I don't have the VFR anymore. But I have a couple other bikes. And I am probably off. Fri thru Sun. I start a vacation with my wife on the following Monday and thinking I can take this ride and meet up with her in SLO on Monday. I have a hitch carrier for the bike so I can pack that in the SUV before we leave. 

It's been a brutal year with so much work and so little time off I have been waiting to take a break. I am taking another ride up in the area the following weekend with friends from BurnTheEdge.com. Then back to a massive work schedule for several weeks. May be the perfect storm for me to ride. Wishing I had the VFR though. My FZ1 gets maybe 140 miles range. The Triumph Street Triple maybe a little better.

How many miles are you planning between fuel stops?

Also interested to know if anyone has a room they want to share cost with. Couch is fine. I can bring a blow up mattress if floor space is all that is available. I have already booked a small fortune of motels and rentals for my vacation. I can rent a room and share it as well if anyone is interested.  

 

That's a slick looking FZ. We don't discriminate on bike types, no worries there. I think only about 1/2 this group has VFRs.

 

Fuel-wise, you'll be fine I think. Gas stops are (based on past experience):

Kernville to Three Rivers - 120 miles

Three Rivers to Clingan's Jct - 100 miles (maybe 40 more if we go into King's Canyon itself)

Clingan's to Shaver Lake - 70 miles

 

Shaver to Mariposa - 80 miles

Mariposa to Mi-Wuk - 110

Mi-Wuk to Meyers - 155 (though there is fuel in Walker at the 85 mile mark)

Meyers to Auburn - 104

 

I used to have a 7th gen, so I don't do rides without lots of fuel stations haha.

 

As for rooms, anyone who wants to share feel free to PM Capt.Bob. I've already roomied up or I'd offer.

 

16 hours ago, bayarearider said:

I'm looking to see if I can manage to meet up for the Sunday loop from Mariposa north, depending on what time ya'll will be flyin' by.

9:00a or later in Mariposa would be grand! Sugar Pine Café?

 

I think we can make Mariposa by 9:00 or 9:30. Gonna have to be an early start from Shaver no matter what - it's a long ride and days are only getting shorter.

 

Just text me.