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McLarenF1 posted:HNasty and I are doing a Skyline Drive run on Saturday, stopping by RnR Cycles too for their free dyno runs. Anyone else want to come? I'm in
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Heh. I should trailer the track bike out there and get it dynoed. Except this Saturday's already booked.  What time are you guys gonna be at R&R?
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Oct 30, 2013 23:40
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McLarenF1 posted:HNasty and I are doing a Skyline Drive run on Saturday, stopping by RnR Cycles too for their free dyno runs. Anyone else want to come? What time are you guys going out there on Saturday? I get off work at 7am so I'm just gauging how long I can last.
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Oct 30, 2013 23:48
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Just a heads up on those dyno runs, let em know if you want "real" numbers or if you want them to baby your bike a little bit. Either way you should probably change your oil afterwards.
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Oct 31, 2013 00:11
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We're meeting at the Georgetown / Key Bridge Exxon at 10 A.M. on Saturday. Should be at RnR around 11 A.M.
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Oct 31, 2013 01:58
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McLarenF1 posted:HNasty and I are doing a Skyline Drive run on Saturday, stopping by RnR Cycles too for their free dyno runs. Anyone else want to come? I'll be up that way with some guys from my company riding club. Bunch of old dudes on cruisers and BMWs by the look of the sign up...and me. Oh wait one other younger guy has a CB205R. But hey, chance to network while doing something I actually enjoy. If you happen to see some jerk on a gladius in a white helmet riding in a pack of old dudes that's me. Flip me the bird or something.
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Oct 31, 2013 16:35
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The_Maz posted:I'll be up that way with some guys from my company riding club. Bunch of old dudes on cruisers and BMWs by the look of the sign up...and me. Oh wait one other younger guy has a CB205R. But hey, chance to network while doing something I actually enjoy. If you happen to see some jerk on a gladius in a white helmet riding in a pack of old dudes that's me. Flip me the bird or something.
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Oct 31, 2013 17:17
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Well other than my hurt pride, that was a nice jaunt to RnR. I really wanted to hit the skyline for the last ride of the season but I usually cant make Saturday rides since I work Friday nights into the morning. I thought I could say focused but that turned out shaky. I'll just to call a sick day prior then!
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Nov 2, 2013 19:41
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RnR was cool. Nothing like watching bikes red line and shoot flames out of their exhaust pipes! No, you made the wise decision not to come to Skyline. While the ride there was spectacular with great views, Skyline itself sucked. The temperature dropped at least 10-12 degrees on the way up and it started to rain. We went about 5 miles south and promptly turned back. We had to stop twice on the way home to warm up, and after the second stop it was dark and fairly cold; riding home was not fun.
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Nov 3, 2013 15:27
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McLarenF1 posted:RnR was cool. Nothing like watching bikes red line and shoot flames out of their exhaust pipes!
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Nov 3, 2013 17:33
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Psssh, HNasty keeps taking us on 1-2 mile stretches of actual gravel roads these past few trips. I think he secretly wants to trade his Duc in for a DRZ.
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Nov 3, 2013 22:41
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If you missed my post in the pics and vids thread HNasty posted:Local shop had dyno day so I took my bike and a few DC goons down there. I was declared champion of air cooled bikes with my staggering 83HP and 64 ft/lb of power. Here is a video of my fine Italian machine on the dyno. This video should only be played on high end european speakers while sipping a fine Chianti to appreciate the fine sound notes emanating from the Termignonis. Allow me to play for you the music of my people. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ap8g9PxW1bs&hd=1
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Nov 4, 2013 01:26
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Of course you end up on the gravel roads when I'm not there. 
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Nov 4, 2013 01:30
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Koruthaiolos posted:Of course you end up on the gravel roads when I'm not there. This. Although they ended up in the rain, confirming my theory that HNasty is bad luck. Can we have a SM bros gravel date if there's another nice weekend?
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Nov 4, 2013 02:56
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That is one fine rear end BLT. The Duc's not bad either. Looks like you guys had a great time.
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Nov 4, 2013 05:39
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ought ten posted:This. Although they ended up in the rain, confirming my theory that HNasty is bad luck. I would absolutely be in for this. It just needs to warm up a little bit.
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Nov 4, 2013 21:23
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Oh I'm sure we'll be plenty warm trying to haul my bike out of whatever bush/ravine/tree I manage to lodge it in. Hopefully we get another warm weekend before winter. Low 50s this weekend but no rain, could be doable.
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Nov 4, 2013 22:58
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I have to work Saturday morning but should be able to do Sunday. 50s is fine as long as it's not wet.
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Nov 4, 2013 23:41
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I wonder if I could get my buddy to let me borrow his KLR... Edit: Strike that, me and Hot Sauce are doing his valves on Sunday.
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Nov 4, 2013 23:46
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ought ten posted:Oh I'm sure we'll be plenty warm trying to haul my bike out of whatever bush/ravine/tree I manage to lodge it in. I'm pretty pro at crashing into bushes, also my bike is surprisingly good offroad so I'd be in. I used to know a pretty sweet bridge jump in MD somewhere.
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Nov 5, 2013 00:50
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Mr. Eric Praline posted:I wonder if I could get my buddy to let me borrow his KLR... We can reschedule no problem if it's a good riding day. These warm-ish weekends won't last much longer 
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Nov 5, 2013 01:58
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hot sauce posted:We can reschedule no problem if it's a good riding day. These warm-ish weekends won't last much longer Edit: Nope. The bike's owner is taking it to do his own thing. Looks like we're still doing valves. Mr. Eric Praline fucked around with this message at 15:00 on Nov 5, 2013 |
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Nov 5, 2013 03:45
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Sunday's still looking pretty good for gravel road funstravaganza. High 63, clear skies. Koru you still down?
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Nov 7, 2013 20:30
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After being stuck inside all day yesterday I don't care if it does rain, I'll be there.
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Nov 7, 2013 21:00
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ought ten posted:Sunday's still looking pretty good for gravel road funstravaganza. High 63, clear skies. Koru you still down? Where yall goin can a non sumo bro come with?
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Nov 7, 2013 21:06
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HNasty posted:Where yall goin can a non sumo bro come with? Yeah, if you think you can keep UP :mootmoot: edit: I'm sorry, that was mean. Of course you can come. I don't know where he's taking us. Everyone's welcome though. Also, come get your lift. ought ten fucked around with this message at 22:31 on Nov 7, 2013 |
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Nov 7, 2013 22:10
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None of the roads I had in mind are that bad. Nothing worse than something like Oatlands Rd. Do you know where that bridge you mentioned earlier is?
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Nov 8, 2013 00:00
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Somewhere out in Maryland near camp David. I can try to find it on google maps if you want
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Nov 8, 2013 01:00
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So this a mostly "off road" ride then?
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Nov 8, 2013 02:21
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Location: Bethesda, MD Bike: BMW F 700 GS Years ridden: 4 years Down for: Anything really. Nice curvy roads, lunch/dinner rides. Causing mayhem and havoc and giving bikers a bad name. I love riding in this area. I am almost killed a few dozen times everyday by 90 year old ladies that can't see over the steering wheel and diplomats that are used to to driving on the left when I go for a ride. If you all want to freeze your balls or lady bits off, new years day is always a good day to ride. Great way to kick off another year. Also, just to throw it out there. Battley Cycles in Gaithersburg, MD would probably be a cool place to meet up for a ride or a gathering. North from there is some nice twistes and they are good people up there. You see all kinds there since they sell Harleys, BMWs, Yamahas and Ducatis. gently caress this is longer then I ment it to be. One last thing. Are there/can we get grenade or frog patches or stickers?
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Nov 8, 2013 07:08
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 Well, looks like time to talk about winter storage for real. Hot sauce, how many bikes you think we can fit in that garage space your landlord's renting?
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Nov 8, 2013 14:20
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M42 posted:
It's somewhere between the size of a 1 and 2 car garage if I remember correctly. The thing is, it didn't seem like anyone was seriously interested when I brought it up before so I haven't spoken with him. Also, McLarenF1 recently offered me the extra space in his parents garage and I'm pretty sure I'm gonna take him up on that for December-February. Sorry
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Nov 8, 2013 15:53
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That's alright, if praline's got a space in his yard still I can put it there. Just have to fog the cylinders first. I just want to get it away from road salt.
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Nov 8, 2013 16:12
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Yeah, no prob and the wife cleared me to offer the space.
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Nov 8, 2013 17:00
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If anybody else needs some more room I also have covered space behind my house where I could probably squeeze a couple bikes. Also, if the handlebars a narrow enough I would probably have room to put one in my basement. If anyone's interested I'll check with my wife.
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Nov 8, 2013 17:38
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Now that I actually have a bike I care about I want to make sure I take care of it. Are there benefits to keeping a bike inside in a climate controlled environment versus my garage? I guess it'd keep the bugs and rodents out right? I've got an empty living room and family room I could store bikes in, just wondering if it's worth the effort of getting a ramp or peice of wood to get them up the two stairs and into the house.
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Nov 8, 2013 19:18
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The real problem with non-climate controlled spaces is condensation as temperature fluctuates. Fog your engine, fill the tank to the brim and stabilize, and drain your carbs if you have them, and it won't make much difference. Outside uncovered storage is a little different, but a cover and some anti-corrosive spray on things will be plenty. Regardless, take care of your battery or buy a new one in the spring.
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Nov 8, 2013 19:48
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McLarenF1 posted:Now that I actually have a bike I care about I want to make sure I take care of it. Are there benefits to keeping a bike inside in a climate controlled environment versus my garage? I guess it'd keep the bugs and rodents out right? I've got an empty living room and family room I could store bikes in, just wondering if it's worth the effort of getting a ramp or peice of wood to get them up the two stairs and into the house. I've always wanted to ride a motorcycle through the inside of a house. We should do this just 'cuz 
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Nov 8, 2013 19:50
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3CsLDhcC-A
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Koruthaiolos posted:If anybody else needs some more room I also have covered space behind my house where I could probably squeeze a couple bikes. Also, if the handlebars a narrow enough I would probably have room to put one in my basement. If anyone's interested I'll check with my wife. Hmmm... I could actually go for your covered space if possible, just to keep the bike out of direct precipitation. It spent the whole time at the repair shop sitting in the rain for a month, don't really want to repeat that...
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