| Author | Message | ||
     Racerboy |
Frank...Didn't really address the sport tourer issue so here goes...MCN just compared the FJR, ST and GT and that's the finishing order...The GT has a severe range limitation which is really surprising for a beemer and the performance of the FJR kicked ass...They even preferred the non-ABS brakes over the ST's...The 2004 FJR will apparently have ABS and address all the little things like the screen size and the only other item on my wish list for either the FJR or ST would be the cruise control that's only available on the GT...Isn't that the way it always is?...Still no "perfect" scooter out there... See Ya! Bob | ||
| Shazam |
Where have I heard this "TWO INCH THICK...." speech before? I guess your credibility is still intact.....but seeing is believing! Hope you all are doing well, and I hope the weather is decent this weekend! I want to ride up! Hope some of you make it! | ||
| Racerboy |
Sam...Looks like we'll need dog sleds or figure a way to attach a hack...I rode yesterday until the roads started to freeze up but to Waterloo would be a bit much...John's back is out so we'll probably be in a cage no matter the weather...Now that I think about it, I don't know whether he said he's going or not...I'll have to ask...Anyone else here thinking of going up to Waterloo next Sat?... See Ya! Bob | ||
| Kcbill |
Racer if you could post by Friday a head count for Dave he'd like to know. He's getting together some special door prizes for us for making the trip. Not key chains either. Hint hint. Right Dave!? Maybe some cool Trojan Horse parts, maybe! | ||
| Racerboy |
Bill...Hell, so far it's just moi...I haven't been able to evebn get in touch with John...And don't have Dave go out of his way for us as this is a very tentative thing here due to the wx...Besides, I don't use those Trojan thingy's anymore... See Ya! Bob | ||
| Racerboy |
First Saturday Ride Change of Venue... It's official...We are now meeting for the First Saturday Ride at the Eureka QT...Therefor the next First Saturday Ride will be March 1st...LEAVING from the Eureka QT at I-44/109/W at 1000... Ask me the reason for this the next time you see me... See Ya! Bob | ||
| Josh |
Krispy Kreme? Come on Bob, this is a private forum, just us chickens, spill the beans! | ||
| Gravedigger |
I guess there is going to be an AMA flattrack race in Quincy during the Harley rally. This was in our local paper yesterday. Quincy tourism calendar has several new events "Other new events for Quincy include the Illinois State Harley Owners Group Convention June 6-8, the AMA Flat Track Motorcycle races on June 6," Anyone interested in coming up for this event, let me know Keith | ||
| Racerboy |
Rich Willey will be presenting the second in a series about his world record trip around Australia this evening at 1830...Classic Motorcycles...5625 Gravois Road...314.481.1291... See Ya! | ||
| Richieg150 |
Bob,whats this Fog City lens?Where do you get it at?Web site perhaps? | ||
| V2win |
Any well stocked M/C shop should have them in stock. They make them to fit some helmets specifically and a universal model. They are available in clear and colors I think. Be sure to have the original shield spotless before applying the Fog City shield. Take your time to make sure it is exactly where you want it before you make contact with it. Once you do, it is on for keeps. I have taken old ones off after they were scratched up but they leave a "ring" of residue on the original. Also, they suck at night. The oncoming lights will have a halo. If you are riding in cold or wet conditions, they are the cat's meow. Here is a pic and some info on it.  What is the Fog City Fog Shield? The Fog City Fog Shield is not a face shield but a durable insert of 7mm film that is designed to work with the helmet face shield. This crystal clear film possesses exceptional anti-fog capacities. It is a patented material that is engineered to resist condensation and spontaneously sheets moisture away from its surface. Potent anti-fog properties literally shield against fog; this protection is lasting and does not erode. What makes the Fog Shield better than other anti-fog products? The fog shield is unique: because it is not a fluid, wax, spray or chemical, it does not require constant reapplication. It does not break down like unwieldy electrical devices, and is not excessively costly. It does not smear, wipe off, wear out, or have a toxic odor. The Fog City Shield is scratch resistant and durable. When properly installed and maintained, the Shield retains the full strength of its fog-fighting properties indefinitely and can perform for the life of your face shield. | ||
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| Racerboy |
Damn, I didn't make it to Classic last night as I didn't get away from a client's until about 8...Did anyone else go?... See Ya! Bob | ||
| Daves |
Just wanted to invite all of you to our Annual Buell Bash and BattleTrax #1 weekend. April 26-27th. Sat April 26th Buell Bash at the dealership, Intersection of Hwy 20 and Hwy 63 Demo rides-long pants,helmet,gloves and real shoes required. Must be over 18 and have valid motorcycle lic. If you're nice maybe I'll let you ride one of our 1050cc Firebolts! Edge Performance Riding Courses-sign up for track days. Jeff Johnson #1 Formula USA Thunderbike racer Eternal Ink Tattoos Parts Unlimited-AGV, Alpinestar Kimpex-Shark helmets and Spyke Leathers Buell stuff Pit Bull bike stands Display of Trojan Horse stuff Latus mufflers Wileyco mufflers Discounts! Food vendor Liquid refreshments Sunday April 27th BattleTrax #1 At the Waterloo Greyhound Park- Intersection of Hwy 20 and Hwy 63 Huge BattleTrax course! 3 BattleMasters Team XMX stunt show! These guys are nuts! go to www.teamxmx.com and check them out. Weber's Cycle Center-Yamaha,Honda,Triumph Leer's Cycle-Suzuki and Kawasaki Cycleplex-KTM and Derbi HD/Buell Cycle Center-Buell(duh) Rich King-HD factory flat track racer Jeff Johnson-Buell racer Edge Racing-Yamaha racer Sean Edgett Eternal Ink Tattoos MDA ABATE Harleys and Hot Rods Parts Unlimited Kimpex Pit Bull Food vendor Waterloo BRAG club YSR racers from Marshalltown Iowa Open to all brands Classes for Sportbike,Cruiser,Touring and YSR/Pocketbike! Prizes in all classes. All ages welcome but riders under 18 will need parents signature on release. Required gear, NO EXCEPTIONS! Jacket Long pants Full fingered gloves(leather is highly recommended) Boots that cover the ankles Full faced helmet in good condition Tires must be in good condition No leaking fluids. Addmission-$5.00 at the gate under 16 FREE To compete in an additional $5.00 for as many runs as time allows. Time-9am-5pm Come for the weekend, I'll have a special at the Heartland Inn Hwy 63. Hotel is 1 mile from the dealership and 1/2 mile from Greyhound Park. Fun for spectators as well as those doing BattleTrax. Bring your lawn chairs! NO COOLERS ALLOWED! I still need a few helpers, want to help? Questions? call or email me. Ride to the Edge! Dave HD/Buell Cycle Center Buell sales Mgr Waterloo BRAG club Director BattleMaster Waterloo Ia 1-800-342-7539 ext 14 319-235-6505 ext 14 dave@iowaharley.com rdcapt@hotmail.com | ||
| Richieg150 |
What Gravedigger,no skydiving up in Quincy!Its to to bad!! | ||
| Gravedigger |
Richie, I know!! I do miss the event, I went every year. I used to stop out in the evenings and have a few budweisers with the people I had met over the years. and no I didn't jump out of any perfectly good airplanes but liked to know I had the opportunity to do so at least once a year if I wanted to try it. Like we talked before, the event had its time here, its unfortunate that it had to go, but too many other factors were involved. If all the people that came here were like you, the situations that arrose would never have happened, but then again that would have taken a bit away from the event also. They are missed and several members of the Quincy community travel up north to where it is held now. Kind of sucks. a guy that has worked for me for the past several summers (whose family was extremely involved in the convention) has now graduated from flight school at SIU and I would have had the opportunity to go up with him almost anytime during the event. might go this year anyway. he invited me to go up with him. But now we have a Harley convention!!!!!! its only half as good as a Buell convention would have been tho . . . The Boss has given me permission to go up to Waterloo for the Battletrax (and yes, I get to go play without her this time!) been wanting to try one. Anyone else???? | ||
| Josh |
We're thinking about going up to Iowa. Have to wait till it gets closer to know for sure. If anyone else wants to jump out of airplanes, my parents jump pretty much every weekend, usually Greenville sometimes Vandalia. | ||
| Racerboy |
Okay, let's kinda set aside April 26th...No way I want to miss actually seeing Keith RIDE!... And Josh, I'll keep your parents in mind...I did that stuff back in my youth and have thought about doing it again so maybe one of these weekends when the weather is better I can get ahold of your dad and go with them...As with everything else, the equipment has changed drastically since I last jumped and I'd like to see it up close...Gee, I got John to river raft so do you think I can get him to jump?... See Ya! Bob | ||
| Daves |
Glad to hear some of you are planning on coming up for BattleTrax#1 Ride to the Edge! Dave HD/Buell Cycle Center Buell sales Mgr Waterloo BRAG club Director BattleMaster Waterloo Ia 1-800-342-7539 ext 14 319-235-6505 ext 14 dave@iowaharley.com rdcapt@hotmail.com | ||
| Gravedigger |
Bob, There is a reason you never see me ride!!! Its because everytime we have ridden together I am watching your tailights disappear over the turn or hillside several blocks in front of me! just like that day I followed you along 92? or 94?(whatever highway that was) between hermann and STL. Bob's quote from the day. "thats just a beautiful ride, the scenery is really nice" I was thinking, "what a sweet bunch of curves, etc... how do you notice scenery a that speed???  not trying to make excuses for not making it down there to ride more. I had set my mind last summer that I was going to try to go down and ride with you guys as much as possible. It just worked out that I couldn't because of other things we had going on. On several occasions I would have been able to except the additional 4 hours of travel I had to add would have conflicted with another event.  |
