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by sillyjax
Sat Aug 15, 2009 11:52 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: Done deal
Replies: 7
Views: 3122

Re: Done deal

Whoo hoo!!! More like a newlywed than the frumpy, yet beloved, black beauty....
by sillyjax
Thu Jun 11, 2009 2:01 pm
Forum: F800 R/S/ST/GS
Topic: F800S DEMO
Replies: 4
Views: 2414

Re: F800S DEMO

Oooohhhhhh...Mrs. Sweatmark likey.... Yes! Test ride will tell...being the safety fanatic that I am, definitely need to see if I would hang out in the "red zone" while riding. Adding 15# in that position may find my head resting on the tank for relief on long roadtrips... Ergos aside, I LO...
by sillyjax
Sun Apr 13, 2008 11:47 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Earplug Preference: Anyone tried Cabela's moldables?
Replies: 19
Views: 3957

Re: Earplug Preference: Anyone tried Cabela's moldables?

SunBeemer ~ I attended a hearing conservation conference recently (by EAR). Be very choosy about the custom molded plugs -- many of them don't go far enough into the outer ear canal to effectively attenuate the noise as they indicate. In the world of safety, authorities suggest cutting the NRR in ha...
by sillyjax
Sat Jan 12, 2008 7:14 pm
Forum: Great Rides
Topic: Sun, Sand, and Ice cream Vans.
Replies: 33
Views: 9106

I am Riding the R, Riding the F 650 and can't wait to ride the K1200 R when it gets here....Tell them not to believe what they see on TV..... tell them all 50 year old women in the United States are like this. Right GypsyRR?, Sillyjax? Laughing Cool Cool Cool Laughing Laughing Hey, Just-Beeming~ yo...
by sillyjax
Thu Jan 03, 2008 8:36 pm
Forum: Great Rides
Topic: Sun, Sand, and Ice cream Vans.
Replies: 33
Views: 9106

DJ -- I am green with envy that you are riding now!!!! It is a sloppy wet mess here in Oregon right now. Sweatmark and I are considering a trip to New Zealand next year with our riding companions -- any chance you would be available??? Perhaps we should consider Australia instead? Leave Feb 2009 ope...
by sillyjax
Sat Jun 09, 2007 11:15 am
Forum: Off-Topik!!!!!
Topic: I need a motorcycle lift........
Replies: 3
Views: 1759

Handy makes a moto lift that was reveiwed in Webbikeworld: Handy S.A.M. 1000. The writer indicates he parks right over the lift...check it out:

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-table-lift/

...Just waiting for the right moment (and time to save $$) to get one for myself.
by sillyjax
Sat Jun 02, 2007 10:13 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Leaking rear shock absorber
Replies: 4
Views: 2143

Pre-load adjuster blow-out! We recently purchased an Ohlins rear shock from another Roadster member (slightly used) which exhibited the same symptoms. Increasing pre-load produced oil drips with a slight increase in pre-load adjuster knob tension. I just picked up the repaired shock from our local O...
by sillyjax
Thu May 24, 2007 10:52 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Swift Karma (unlike this long post)
Replies: 18
Views: 4606

:o So, When I read this to my husband he asks me, "So, where is your pucture kit?" (with that "I know, and you don't" edge to his voice). :shock: I say to him, "I don't know, on your bike?" :? Being the sweet guy that he is....I still don't know where it is, other than ...
by sillyjax
Thu May 24, 2007 10:41 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: introducing my bike
Replies: 11
Views: 4407

Nice bike! I want my wheels darker (black?)....Your bike is on the verge of hooligan! :D What a great machine!
by sillyjax
Wed May 23, 2007 10:35 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Curves in All The Right Places
Replies: 8
Views: 3154

Just Beeming -- I figured I almost spent 200 bucks on the AirHawk; the seat re-do was a FANTASTIC deal for permanent solution. I figured I am in it for the long haul with this bike....I really love it! DragonMojo -- As far as NorCal goes -- We are heading down to Yreka (via Hwy 3, Hwy 96, and maybe ...
by sillyjax
Wed May 23, 2007 10:29 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: POST-CRASH Repair Report with Pics (not good for dial up)
Replies: 65
Views: 19204

Nicely done, Gypsy!! :D

One of the few women not easily intimidated -- I have HUGE respect for you!!

Thanks for all the pics -- I think that raises the bar a bit (I have a hard enough time just doing one thing right at a time -- let alone three!).

GREAT WORK~Helmets off to ya'!!
by sillyjax
Tue May 22, 2007 12:19 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Curves in All The Right Places
Replies: 8
Views: 3154

Curves in All The Right Places

So, I did it....The girl has my signature and is now the DREAM RIDE: nice jugs...narrow at the waist...and a SWEET SEAT... :D Real test comes over this Memorial Day weekend when we set out on our NorCal adventure! Thanks to Don Weber at Mr. Ed's Moto....I now have the PERFECT seat makeover.... http:...
by sillyjax
Mon May 21, 2007 11:57 pm
Forum: Off-Topik!!!!!
Topic: New tires fitted today..(pics)
Replies: 16
Views: 6467

DJ -- Nice pants :D ; Now I feel better about wearing camo on a black bike ... good taste. Hey - any chance you have more photos of your flyscreen? It doesn't look like the speedster screen -- but, looks like it could be pretty darn cool. I may have to take my wheels off at the end of this season to...
by sillyjax
Sat May 19, 2007 7:42 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Motorcycle Shipping
Replies: 2
Views: 1527

MikeB, I am in Oregon and have talked with owner, Dean Pierce, of Dealer Transport Services. DTS assembles motorcycles for dealers and also ships motorcycles. They also provide services such as "Fly-n-Ride" where you can have your bike shipped to any location to ride, then they will haul i...
by sillyjax
Tue May 08, 2007 1:09 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Tank Bag
Replies: 11
Views: 3511

:P Hey, Productuser -- did you get the bag for your R, yet? Thanks for the plug! I am still trying to convince Sweatmark it is a great setup. One simple pull on the release and instantly carry all ... This tank bag system has been the greatest. If I were to do anything different it would be getting ...
by sillyjax
Mon Apr 30, 2007 8:34 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Full-Size Left Case Installation
Replies: 14
Views: 4459

DJ (I'm sure he'll chime in on this) had a custom foot made up that looks really nice. I'll bet he could have them made and sell them! ...Installing an angle bracket on the case looks better, and but I didn't want to mess with the case. It gets pretty drippy here in Oregon. I do like DJ's option of...
by sillyjax
Mon Apr 30, 2007 12:28 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Full-Size Left Case Installation
Replies: 14
Views: 4459

Full-Size Left Case Installation

Just completed the installation of both the Ohlins rear shock and full size left system case hardware installation. Very simple for both. A search thru the Board would show that several alternatives for mounting a full-size left-side system case (R1100/1150RT) for Roadsters/Rocksters with either low...
by sillyjax
Mon Apr 30, 2007 12:12 am
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Longer rides are a pain in the .....hips ???!!!
Replies: 7
Views: 2469

Closed body position and static posture over a period of time are most likely culprits....DJs recommendation of stretching before starting out, and stopping frequently to stretch, is good. GJBushman -- I have never thought about the AirHawk in this way -- it is true, so true! Otherwise, when you con...
by sillyjax
Thu Apr 26, 2007 9:08 pm
Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
Topic: Saddle sore...
Replies: 30
Views: 8215

I LOVE my AirHawk pad. I have used it for the last two years and it is FANTASTIC! I will admit, however, that my seat will be redone by Don Weber (Mr. Ed) in May this year. Needless to say, Don says I will be able to hit at least 600 miles with very little butt angst...will be great to leave home ye...
by sillyjax
Wed Apr 18, 2007 12:01 am
Forum: Off-Topik!!!!!
Topic: New BMW Dealership in the Northwest (Portland)
Replies: 21
Views: 5159

Wow -- 16K! I think Mark and I each did 25% of that. For shame!

Next year our goal is to ride at least one more mile than this year (of course, how could I not be a bit competitive and really wish to beat his mileage! haha).....

Looking forward to riding with you this year!

Take care - Jacquie