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  1. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    Not today, but yesterday as the temps were hovering around 70, I got in 124 miles of curvaceous Ozark roads. Some of you, (GBW) might recognize one of these photos as it is a popular stopping point. Had things to do today, so could not ride. Temperature was a record tying 79 degrees here in...
  2. alke46

    Tank Sprang a Leak While in Storage

    I will second this. I did the same with the tank off my GS1000 even though I had previously lined it. It was my 1st time of lining the tank and I didn't feel like it was as good as the shop could do it. Yes, I did have to paint the tank afterward but I was OK with that.
  3. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    Or, you could just let your brother ride one of your 12 or 20 bikes:cool:......
  4. alke46

    Changing your own tires, is it worth it anymore?

    The mojo lever is what made my tire changes a lot easier. You can spend 2 or 3 times the money I paid for the mojo lever and get the Rabaconda tire changer if that's what will help you change your own without so much hassle. I'm saying the mojo is the best $100 tool in my shop. Just saying'.
  5. alke46

    what did you wrench on today??

    Ridiculous.......fine German engineering eh?
  6. alke46

    Instability at high speeds

    You might try eliminating the air assist forks. Don't really need the air if you have upgraded the springs and you are positive that the correct level of 10 wt. fork oil is used. And while we're at it, what is holding you back from putting your bike info in your signature?
  7. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    I went for a ride today and had to ride through snow. Imagine that, snow when it's in the upper 80s 20241004_105907 by Larry Alkire, on Flickr
  8. alke46

    New Member inherited GS

    No but it would be a good time to inspect if for rust or any other debris. And yes, I would fog it with fogging oil.
  9. alke46

    New Member inherited GS

    In my opinion, I would forget about the fork seals, tires, brake lines, etc and get the tank removed then you can tackle the valve clearances according to the proper procedure. Since they may have never been adjusted, this is a very important step in getting the engine ready to run. The...
  10. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    Also Greg, if you recall the route between Jasper and Ponca, that is currently undergoing chip and seal and it is downright hazardous in several places. I won't attempt to ride it again for a month from now.
  11. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    Only bad thing is part of it has recently been chip sealed and it hasn't been bedded in fully. There are some spots that will still make the rear tire step out
  12. alke46

    2024 Canfield Fair Bike Nite

    No way your rice burner can compete against a hardley ferguson in the sport bike category. Ha ha, just messin' with you Norm. You should win easily with that retro widow maker.
  13. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    Yesterday's ride up push mountain road in Arkansas. Great road from Yellville to Norfork. 20240825_100510 by Larry Alkire, on Flickr Sorry for lack of pics, I tend to ride more and shoot {pics} less.
  14. alke46

    GS Sightings

    Another story of a good outcome due to properly wearing ATGATT.
  15. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    My Stoopid beemer has the low fuel light coming on at just over 1/2 tank. So yeah, my best friend on the bike is the trip meter.
  16. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    I will love mine too as soon as I can see someone else riding it away from my property. It needs an owner who will appreciate it more than I do.
  17. alke46

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    More of that fine German engineering, aka: pieces of c__p. But enough of that, if you need a backup plan, I have one I will sell you at a really good price.
  18. alke46

    Pic of the week game

    That's not a BBQ Rob. It's a beer cooler.
  19. alke46

    !@#$% Tube!

    Yes Scott, thanks for the report. Please let Dale know we are all thinking about him and hoping for the best in his recovery.
  20. alke46

    Instability at high speeds

    I used to have a similar wobble, but mine was as I was doing a right hand sweeper at speeds near 80 mph and up. Swing arm bearings had already been replaced, so the next thing was the steering head bearings. Now I only have memories of the front end wobble. Good luck and let us know when you...
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