G oog le BadWeB | Login/out | Topics | Search | Custodians | Register | Edit Profile

Buell Forum » Big, Bad & Dirty (Buell XB12X Ulysses Adventure Board) » BB&D Archives » Archive through May 14, 2010 » My day so far... « Previous Next »

Author Message
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Mikef5000
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 02:26 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

First I had to pickup my Air Conditioning Condenser and various parts.


Then my Alaska Leather Butt Pad came in the mail!



Then I had to take my trailer wheels to the shop. Had one bad tire, and one bad wheel... so I needed them to swap the good tire to the good wheel.





Versatility is the name of the game! I love this bike!

but hate this muffler. cough cough. sorry, wrong thread.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Wolfridgerider
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 02:31 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I bet that thing would wheelie like a MO FO with those tires hang'n on the back.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Mikef5000
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 02:36 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I bet you're right! The weight was noticeable. But alas, I didn't try. I was trying to take it easy with the tires.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Skifastbadly
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 03:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Finally! A novel answer to the perpetual "tire options for Ulysses" question.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Ulynut
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 04:12 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

You're my kind of guy! Nice going.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Terrible1one3
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 05:31 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Those are a bit high for training wheels. I guess you could really lay it down in the corners with confidence that you will keep the rubber side down : )
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Mikef5000
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 07:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

So I did about an hours worth of homework (2 hours worth left...) and got bored.

So I went out and made so home-made "Memphis Shades".






The idea was one clamp at the bottom, and wedge the top in so it can't move. The material turned out to be to thin to 'wedge' but the bolt seems to hold it. I had the clear material in the garage already, and the clamps were given to be my a generous Bueller, so cost to me has been $2 for stainless hardware. The clamps supposedly came from Lowes, and they seem about perfect for this job. In true Buell fashion, they are 2 INCH diameter, but have 10 MILLIMETER threaded hole.

I don't know if they'll hold up or not, but the price was right to give them a try! I'd prefer to round the corners, but I'm not sure how. The dremel with the cutting wheel only likes straight lines..
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Liv2
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 07:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

What size Alaska Leather Buttpad did you get?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Nevrenuf
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 08:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

round it off with a belt sander or if you have access to a stationary one. even easier. then if you get some of the buffing compound for plastic(rouge), then you can use the dremel on it to buffout the plastic.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Mikef5000
Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 08:59 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I originally ordered the Medium Cruiser, but Beth (owner) called and told me I really want the Pillion Type 1. I went with her recommendation and it's perfect. I order the Rally Special http://www.alaskaleatheronline.com/servlet/the-143 /Pillion-Type-1--dsh-/Detail and added the nose strap.
Then punched in "deadsheep" for a 10% off AdvRider coupon.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Whisperstealth
Posted on Wednesday, May 05, 2010 - 02:35 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Mike, will you ever stop coming up with great ideas? Your like, my skinny little hero. It would be nice to live next door to you, although keeping up would be impossible.

Where did you get that "one last ride" sticker. I'm guessing you were on it, but maybe not. I can I get one?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Liv2
Posted on Wednesday, May 05, 2010 - 02:10 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Since you bought the "Rally Special" rather than the "Deluxe". Can you feel the seams in the butt pad?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Mikef5000
Posted on Wednesday, May 05, 2010 - 10:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

There are no seams in mine, and the material looks absolutely perfect and consistent.

I'm not really sure how it could be any better quality. Maybe I just got a good one. I think it says with the rally special you may get seams or inconsistent density. I didn't.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Etennuly
Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 09:23 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

So you are riding this dirty fun loving "truck" and you are worried about the color of the muffler?

Oh funny man! You make me laugh!
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Thesmaz
Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 11:08 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Did you add the nose strap or did you order it that way?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

12bolt
Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 12:18 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have that same butt pad without the nose strap, every time I stand up to stretch my legs the wind makes the pad fold up and I have a heck of a time getting it back down! I wish I knew you could add a nose strap!
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Thesmaz
Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 03:15 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

nevermind, I found it on their website.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Mikef5000
Posted on Saturday, May 08, 2010 - 12:16 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

A quick update... I'm still running without a windshield (waiting on the Palmer brackets). But the little wind flaps made a NOTICEABLE difference! I'm super pleased, and now I have to decide if I want to find some thicker material, and make a more permanent and longer lasting setup.

With no windshield, the wind is still 'in your face' on the freeway, no question, but it's now smooth! I feel comfortable in saying, the buffeting is nearly gone!
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Eulysses
Posted on Saturday, May 08, 2010 - 02:27 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

That buffeting comes up the frame and shakes our heads. Your Ohio Shades blow it off.
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Natexlh1000
Posted on Saturday, May 08, 2010 - 08:48 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Yes! Ohio Shades!

I'll have to try to make some "Massachusetts Shades"

No reason they have to be clear, right?
Top of pagePrevious messageNext messageBottom of page Link to this message

Mikef5000
Posted on Saturday, May 08, 2010 - 09:28 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

No reason at all. I personally don't like the look of them at all, so I went with clear so they are not noticeable. Only one person has noticed mine so far.
« Previous Next »

Add Your Message Here
Post:
Bold text Italics Underline Create a hyperlink Insert a clipart image

Username: Posting Information:
This is a private posting area. Only registered users and custodians may post messages here.
Password:
Options: Post as "Anonymous" (Valid reason required. Abusers will be exposed. If unsure, ask.)
Enable HTML code in message
Automatically activate URLs in message
Action:

Topics | Last Day | Tree View | Search | User List | Help/Instructions | Rules | Program Credits Administration