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    #1

    Sold my FJR

    So, I sold my Big Yamaha. I put a add up in the FJR forum. I didn't get much interest except for this one fellow in Arizona.
    We chatted about the motorcycle but I figured that was it only chit-chat.

    A few days went by, so I decided to lower the price a bit. Next thing I know, the Arizona fellow called me saying he's on his way to buy my motorcycle!

    What? Are you sure you want to drive 2,050 miles to buy my motorcycle? Two and a half days later he was in my driveway.

    He did get a good deal as I threw in all my FJR stuff...

    I did feel bad as I watched it leaving. We certainly had some good times together. But hey,, it gets to live in Arizona. And time for me to turn the page...
    My Motorcycles:
    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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    #2
    Nice!

    I know he got an extremely clean and well-cared-for bike.

    I know they're not kittens, but it really does make things easier when you know a bike is going to a good home.

    Sooo.... what's next? You've got "vintage" and "naked" covered, so what's the next "sport tourer"?

    I remember when we got to cheer on your purchase of that Z900. Let us know when we can do a little more living vicariously with your next ride.
    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.

    SUPPORT THIS SITE! DONATE TODAY!

    Co-host of "The Riding Obsession" sport-touring motorcycling podcast at tro.bike!

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      #3
      Ha, yes Bwringer you're right. I am going to step up my sport touring game up a notch.
      I got a good deal on a Harley 1200 FLHOU812 Road Tour. More details and pictures tomorrow...
      My Motorcycles:
      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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        #4
        WTF??????? I thought you were looking at a bmw. I can't think of a single bike that a hardly could compare to but then again, it's your choice and I hope you just love it to death.

        It will be fun riding behind you and picking up the pieces as they fall off.

        Just messing with you Norm.

        Your uncle Larr.........
        Larry

        '79 GS 1000E
        '93 Honda ST 1100 SOLD-- now residing in Arizona.
        '18 Triumph Tiger 800 (gone too soon)
        '19 Triumph Tiger 800 Christmas 2018 to me from me.
        '01 BMW R1100RL project purchased from a friend, now for sale.

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          #5
          Sport touring ……. Sportster…..?
          http://webpages.charter.net/ddvrnr/GS850_1100_Emblems.jpg
          Had 850G for 14 years. Now have GK since 2005.
          GK at IndyMotoGP Suzuki Display... ... GK on GSResources Page ... ... Euro Trash Ego Machine .. ..3 mo'cykls.... update 2 mocykl


          https://imgur.com/YTMtgq4

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            #6
            Come on Norm, lets see some pics of that Beautiful Motorcycling Wonder!
            Last edited by 1978GS750E; 10-27-2022, 05:19 PM.
            Ron
            When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!https://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/core/images/smilies/cool.png
            1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
            1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
            1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
            1999 Honda GL1500SE

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              #7
              Ooooooookaaaaaayyyyy.... now there's a curveball!

              Apparently Norm is trying to collect all the possible motorcycling experiences.

              I've actually spent a few thousand miles touring on a rented Harley (business trip/publicity stunt sort of thing). Aside from the gawdawful lack of cornering clearance and power, it was a comfy and surprisingly pleasant platform for the trip. The big "secret" of touring Harleys is that they're just plain puppy-dog friendly to ride. Super-low CG, light, easy handling, and serene on the highway. Engine vibration completely disappears above idle (I did not expect that) and even the controls are big, chunky, thunky, and rather satisfying; sort of a different kind of satisfying than the light, precise controls on a well set up "ferrin" bike. And they've generally been quite reliable since the '90s.

              Not my cup of tea at all (I prefer spicier, more "frantic" flavors, I guess), but hey, I get it.

              And we're gonna need pics. Yep. Get to work on that, Norm. We're waiting.
              Last edited by bwringer; 10-27-2022, 09:33 AM.
              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.

              SUPPORT THIS SITE! DONATE TODAY!

              Co-host of "The Riding Obsession" sport-touring motorcycling podcast at tro.bike!

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                #8
                Oh you guys are so gullible. Haha. Me on a Harley??
                especially a FLH"OU812" hahaha...
                Tune in later today for the "rest of the story" ...
                My Motorcycles:
                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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                  #9
                  I didn't believe it for a second Norm. A little early for April Fools, though.
                  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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                    #10
                    Congrats on the sale of your FJR, Norm. Looking foreward to seeing what you wind up with next.
                    Roger

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                      #11
                      That's just plain wrong Norm. You shouldn't be messin' with stuff like that. Now we're worried about your mental health and wellness.............
                      Larry

                      '79 GS 1000E
                      '93 Honda ST 1100 SOLD-- now residing in Arizona.
                      '18 Triumph Tiger 800 (gone too soon)
                      '19 Triumph Tiger 800 Christmas 2018 to me from me.
                      '01 BMW R1100RL project purchased from a friend, now for sale.

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                        #12
                        Originally posted by storm 64 View Post
                        Oh you guys are so gullible. Haha. Me on a Harley??
                        especially a FLH"OU812" hahaha...
                        Tune in later today for the "rest of the story" ...
                        LOL...Good one, Norm...
                        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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                          #13
                          20221027_154839~2.jpg I was able to bring the new motorcycle home today! A 2022 BMW K1600GT.
                          I considered the R1200RT, lovely motorcycle, but I'm a horsepower junkie!

                          This one has all the bells and whistles. Quick Shift, power locks, courtesy lighting, 160 horsepower, electronic suspension... Did I mention 160 horsepower? Also a 266 page owners manual. I definitely have some reading to do.

                          I half considered the Gold Wing. But the side cases and trunk can not be removed. Also the horsepower thing and the lack of it. And the.... .

                          Yep,, I'm all ready for winter... But next summer is going to be epic!
                          My Motorcycles:
                          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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                            #14
                            Very nice there Norm! Enjoy!
                            Ron
                            When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!https://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/core/images/smilies/cool.png
                            1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
                            1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
                            1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
                            1999 Honda GL1500SE

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                              #15
                              Wowee! Congrats, Norm.
                              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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