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    #31
    Looks like a nice ride. Those speedo and tach cables could use some lube, if they're not too far gone already. Bouncy bouncy!

    This was edited on the iPad? Is that why the resolution limited to 240p?
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      #32
      Yea I set it that low since I am not sure what the 720 would be size wise. I'll play with it some.

      Cables have been lubed a few times; I'm going to tear into the gauges themselves this winter.
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      2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

      Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
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        #33
        Holy Necropost Batman! I said I would re-do this ride and guess what, it's about to finally happen - almost 4 years later.

        That's right, I'm leaving on Sunday as weather has pushed me back a day from my original plans and will return Labor Day Weekend. I'm going to take the Bandit this time so I won't have any side stand issues fortunately. I still plan on stopping to see the Manassas Battlegrounds and Appomattox but sadly North Carolina's Governor said museums can't social distance properly so I won't be able to stop into Wheels Through Time this year. I'll ride up Cherohola Skyway on the way home but won't do the Dragon.

        The planned route:

        Blue Ridge Parkway Ride by Scott Baker, on Flickr
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        Cowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace

        1981 GS550T - My First
        1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's
        2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

        Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
        Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
        and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"

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          #34
          That's great! Looks like a fun route. And there's just nothing like taking a long motorcycle trip. Best wishes for all the fun, none of the drama, and may all the LEO avoid your path.
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            #35
            That should be a nice leisurely trip. I've never spent a week on the bike. I should try that someday. (Next year for sure.)
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              #36
              Originally posted by Dogma View Post
              That should be a nice leisurely trip. I've never spent a week on the bike. I should try that someday. (Next year for sure.)

              Whaaattt??
              You are joking, right Dale?
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                #37
                Originally posted by Dogma View Post
                I've never spent a week on the bike. I should try that someday. (Next year for sure.)
                You came close to that a few years ago, when Simon and Deb showed up.

                You broke off early to meet up with your brother or something, so I don't know how much more of that week you were actually on a bike.

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                  #38
                  Originally posted by Dogma View Post
                  That should be a nice leisurely trip. I've never spent a week on the bike. I should try that someday. (Next year for sure.)
                  This shocks me --- Go for a RIDE man !

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                    #39
                    A week on the bike for Dale would be 11,248 laps around the racetrack! ��
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                      #40
                      Originally posted by Steve View Post
                      You came close to that a few years ago, when Simon and Deb showed up.

                      You broke off early to meet up with your brother or something, so I don't know how much more of that week you were actually on a bike.

                      .
                      Good point. That might have been nearly a week. Lemme see here...

                      1. Travel to BRP
                      2. BRP
                      3. split off, BRP etc. (turned left at Little Switzerland) to brothers's house
                      4. Travel to Deal's Gap to meet criddle & friend whose name I forgot (he rode a Monster)
                      5. Deal's Gap, Cherahola, etc. ride home.


                      Well, that was five days. I'm not sure it counts for a week.
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                      Skeptical scrutiny is the means, in both science and religion, by which deep insights can be winnowed from deep nonsense. - Carl Sagan

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                      '80 GS1000 GT
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                        #41
                        Happy travels Scott. Enjoy. Try to sleep tonight. I generally don't sleep well the night before a moto trip due to the excitement and anticipation.
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                          #42
                          Thanks Glen. I am the same way and, for me, the anticipation usually starts a day or two before.
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                          1981 GS550T - My First
                          1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's
                          2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

                          Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
                          Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
                          and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"

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                            #43
                            I'm wishing you a fun, safe ride Scott. Watch you speed in Virginia, 10 over is a felony! Take a lot of pictures and give us ride reports, I know you will. I'm sure you'll have a great time. 👍
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                            22 Kawasaki Z900 RS (Candy Tone Blue)
                            22 BMW K1600GT (Probably been to a town near you)
                            82 1100e Drag Bike (needs race engine)
                            81 1100e Street Bike (with race engine)
                            79 1000e (all original)
                            82 850g (all original)
                            80 KZ 650F (needs restored)

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                              #44
                              Pretty sure it's 20 over before it becomes a felony there, but maybe that was a bit of fun there. Safe-and fun-travels, Scott!
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                                #45
                                Originally posted by GS1150Pilot View Post
                                Pretty sure it's 20 over before it becomes a felony there, but maybe that was a bit of fun there. Safe-and fun-travels, Scott!
                                Yes, you are right. In Virginia it is speeding up to 19mph over the speed limit. It is reckless operation anything over that. Reckless Operation is the same level of offence as a DUI. Just keep it cool in Virginia, Virginia. 😃
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                                22 Kawasaki Z900 RS (Candy Tone Blue)
                                22 BMW K1600GT (Probably been to a town near you)
                                82 1100e Drag Bike (needs race engine)
                                81 1100e Street Bike (with race engine)
                                79 1000e (all original)
                                82 850g (all original)
                                80 KZ 650F (needs restored)

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