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I’m glad I logged on tonight. I’ll be there too and hopefully no flat tires this yearCowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace
1981 GS550T - My First
1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
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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On the Radar!
I will be heading out that way this year for a 2 week tour, finishing off in Harvard IL the weekend of 27th. Be Back in Vermont by July 1. Planning to come down through Canada this year through Minnesota and Wisconsin. Never been but heard it's great riding. I haven't left the state in years and the last time was only a long weekend ( with Rich82GS750TZ and Eli69 ). Little one makes it hard.
May only be able to stop in for a day or 2 but I'll know more as I start to finalize my journey.
It would be great to see you all!
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Originally posted by LeonAlistar View PostSounds like a blast - count me in!
This'd be my first time attending this event. Is there anything specific I should bring or plan for?
That's about it.GS450E GS650E GS700ES GS1000E GS1000G GS1100G GS1100E
KZ550A KZ700A GPZ750
CB400T CB900F
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Originally posted by Griffin View PostOh, ok.
I didn't want to not fit in.
Rich asked how I'm doing. I'm out of my mind. I'm thinking about swapping on a tank that isn't dented, and the paint coverage is nearly complete. I'm pretty sure the fuel gage works on that tank, so....
That reminds me. I still need to straighten(ish) all the luggage bracketry, swap on the correct new bars (GP Touring, not Euro bend), and install the NOS tach I found on eBay. I missed having a tach. I don't think I have the strength yet to wrestle those brackets into shape, but by the time the weather warms up, I should be working with a couple hundred pounds in the gym. Straightening brackets is all ratchet straps and hammers anyway.
The bike and I are coming around. Most importantly, I still have enough flexibility to wipe, though I'm glad I installed the bidet during COVID. The bike is rideable, but not quite right. I had to ride it to an inspection with the OH troopers back in Nov. to get the salvage title done. That was amazingly therapeutic. I love that thing. It was the first seat I could sit on without discomfort after the accident. Wendy wouldn't let me bring it in the house. I should have offered to drain the oil. I'm sure it was the potential for drips on the carpet that got in the way.Dogma
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Great to hear Dale!Rich
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Good to see the latest report, Dale!1983 GS850G, Cosmos Blue.
2005 KLR685, Aztec Pink - Turd II.3, the ReReReTurdening
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Great news DaleCowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace
1981 GS550T - My First
1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
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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Putting this out there, but I'm apprehensive to say the least...
After talking with Mary, Dale, Robin and a few other confidants, I finally bought a replacement bike last fall. I've been riding a lot, because I know my skills were lacking last spring. I'm torn on this one. I'm really interested in seeing everyone again, but I'm afraid. I'm not afraid of the bike or the roads. I rode with Robin last fall in Wisconsin and had a great time back in the saddle.
I'm afraid of what attending will mean for others. Will they be uncomfortable with me there? Are my skills in question now that I've had my mishaps? Will anyone want to ride with me, and will I trust myself enough to ride in a group again since, in my twenty+ years of riding, all of my mishaps have happened at these events? The friends I've made through this hobby have been priceless to me, but I don't want anyone to be looking over their shoulders or wondering about me and my abilities
Dale has been a champ, and has been far more forgiving to me than I feel I deserve. Consider this my confession. Sorry for the thread hijack! Keep the shiny side up, y'all.
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Rodney,
I just met you a last year's rally. I wouldn't have ridden with you then, and I probably wouldn't now. But that's me. I just prefer an easier pace. That's what's great about the rally. You can ride with whatever group you choose, or alone. Please don't misunderstand me, I found both you and Mary to be terrific company in the parking lot. And, to me, that's at least as important as the ride. So, IMHO, if you and Dale are good, welcome back.Rich
1982 GS 750TZ
2015 Triumph Tiger 1200
BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux
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Rodney...I'm glad you'll be there. I enjoy your company.Bob T. ~~ Play the GSR weekly photo game: Pic of Week Game
'83 GS1100E ~ '24 Triumph Speed 400 ~ '01 TRIUMPH TT600 ~ '67 HONDA CUB
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Glad you'll be there, Rodney!
I'll be starting to work out the rooming list over the next few weeks, folks; keep your eyes peeled for an email from me.1983 GS850G, Cosmos Blue.
2005 KLR685, Aztec Pink - Turd II.3, the ReReReTurdening
2015 Yamaha FJ-09, Magma Red Power Corrupts...
Eat more venison.
Please provide details. The GSR Hive Mind is nearly omniscient, but not yet clairvoyant.
Celeriter equita, converteque saepe.
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