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anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

bobgroger said:
Stay tuned Sunday for pictures of the new caretaker trying to import it to the US....
In the pouring rain, wind, and lightning that is predicted
I sure hope it has 150 miles left in it...
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No update yet, Bob? You're not still at the border with your pants around your ankles, are you? :-s
 
Went out for a short ride today in the hopes of getting some time on the bike before the next rain storm. Unfortunately I got caught in a coupe of small showers but Suzie perfumed well. Stopped in Sunol to catch the steam train running.

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After last nights garage party I was a little slow moving today....before dinner I took the 81 for a spin....looks like the carbs are finally sorted, went back to stock exhaust as well



 
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Good stuff Trevor. Is it smoother now? What was the verdict, twisted crank?
 
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Sandy said:
God stuff Trevor. Is it smoother now? What was the verdict, twisted crank?
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Thanks Sandy,

It's smoother for sure...No, the crank is fine. I just think my 83 is so smooth that I'm spoiled by that. lol
This is the best it has ran since I bought it. It really is a nice bike to ride. I put sonic fork springs in...the bike is super tight for a 35 year old bike.:) And it's pretty quick too.
 
Hayabuser said:
No update yet, Bob? You're not still at the border with your pants around your ankles, are you? :-s
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I should have never done this on a weekend. The line at Customs was huge and VERY slow moving.30 minutes delay at the border, 2 hours in line waiting for an agent, 30 minutes to get the paperwork sorted. Bike is now legally imported to the US, no problems other than the Speedo quit somewhere around Bellingham. Will try to post pics tomorrow.
 
trevor said:
Thanks Sandy,

It's smoother for sure...No, the crank is fine. I just think my 83 is so smooth that I'm spoiled by that. lol
This is the best it has ran since I bought it. It really is a nice bike to ride. I put sonic fork springs in...the bike is super tight for a 35 year old bike.:) And it's pretty quick too.
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It was the gas cap.... (Thanks Mark!)
 
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bobgroger said:
I should have never done this on a weekend. The line at Customs was huge and VERY slow moving.30 minutes delay at the border, 2 hours in line waiting for an agent, 30 minutes to get the paperwork sorted. Bike is now legally imported to the US, no problems other than the Speedo quit somewhere around Bellingham. Will try to post pics tomorrow.
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What are these papers that need to had for crossing into the US?
I'm thinking of buying Canadian too, because I'm seeing some bikes between Windsor and Toronto.
Thanks!
 
Buffalo Bill said:
What are these papers that need to had for crossing into the US?
I'm thinking of buying Canadian too, because I'm seeing some bikes between Windsor and Toronto.
Thanks!
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I will create a new thread later detailing what I have learned. The short answer is it is very easy AS LONG as the bike is 25+ years old AND you have exactly the correct paperwork and everything is in order, and you are an old white guy with a confused look on his face. If it is newer they are much more picky. I have seen a couple dealers that will help with the process if you are American and want to buy new in Canada.
 



A few miles in today, a chilly 30?f ride to work this morning. Warmed up to a balmy 56?f this afternoon though.
 
Like those Civil War monuments. We have one near here very similar to that, but our guy has a mustache, and a dirty face.
Buchannon Michigan.
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Took her out for the first time after the rebuild, got the safety inspection, and now she's registered! This bike takes off like a rocket! But then again, it's the largest displacement bike I've owned. I love it! Wife took this picture to share with my dad afterwards.
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raygun said:
Took her out for the first time after the rebuild, got the safety inspection, and now she's registered! This bike takes off like a rocket! But then again, it's the largest displacement bike I've owned. I love it! Wife took this picture to share with my dad afterwards.
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Way to go! Your dad will be happy with that I'm sure. Enjoy your new ride!:)
 
Buffalo Bill said:
Like those Civil War monuments. We have one near here very similar to that, but our guy has a mustache, and a dirty face.
Buchannon Michigan.
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I love monuments... Here's myself next to the monument at Gettysburg of my great great great (might be another great or two I'm missing) Grandfathers's regiment that was committed in Gettysburg...
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Obviously he wasn't a casualty of war for I'm living testament of his survival. Same last name which is really cool. Bit haggered... 3K miles on a B-King in 6 days does that to anyone ;)
 
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