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    Not a Dual Sport, but an Adventure bike

    I was reading through some moto stuff regarding "what is" and "what isn't" a dual sport. Like many internet based discussions, I had to pick through the nonsense and discover that worth reading. At any rate, I found this statement and it was written so well and purposefully, I felt compelled to...
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    Helmets make a great pillow

    No joke. Went to a bachelor party last night for a bud. Rode my bike 2hrs there and back and DD'd his ride we carted everyone around in during the festivities. So I left his place at 0400ish this morning and headed home. I was tired as all heck and about 1/2 way into my ride I had to pull over...
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    winch plug extension

    So... I just installed my M8000 on my Shrock bumper of my 2k5 Frontier. Only took an hour, but I had a hoist and a mechanic at our shop there to help. Now it appears as though it's impossible to access the solenoid box without an extension... So I am going to have to remove the bumper again to...
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    Look where I went on Wednesday

    Tov was the gentleman who sold me a hat and a had (scarf neck sock thingy). I will be frank and say I was in pure awe of the place. Hell it was more like a museum than a bike accessory shop. If anyone rolls through Seattle, I really suggest they stop by an touch a few pieces of...
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    Wife motorbike

    My wife wants a bike. This will do double duty in a few years as my wife/daughter's bike. Here's the problem, my wife is short. Real short. She needs a small bike for her small frame. She's falls into the 5'2" 99lbs category.. We had her sit on a Ninja 250 at the dealership a few weeks back...
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    Got dirty

    1st time in my bike in worse than a graveled forest service road. We headed out to find the old Simpson Railroad crash from the movie "Ring of Fire" in our backyard. The wife and kids were in the Xterra and I rode my DL650. :bike_rider: I fell in love with that bike all over again. Got...
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    Bike Med Kit

    I need a med kit on my bike, but I'm not 100% certain what to put in it. What do you guys use on your bikes for travelling, and what do you use for around-town stuff? I've got a few duffels sitting here with med supplies in it, and I'm going to put together a pouch for under my seat today.
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    Big day!

    Passed my Alt-MOST WA State Motorcycle Endorsement Skills test today. After only a week's worth of practice on my bike. So the wife and daughter both have helmets on order, and I am trying to decide between a GIVI and SW-Motech rear rack for my DL650... I think I am going to go with the GIVI...
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    '09 Suzuki DL650 project bike

    Got my Suzuki DL650 on Monday, already have 106mi on it when I pulled into the driveway today. :wings: Not my favorite color, but I felt I could do better with the black on this and paint the orange, as opposed to getting the silver/grey and having to deal with all the chrome. As she is right...
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    Can't decide!

    Okay, I can't decide between the V Strom 650 and the KLR650... My riding will be 90/10 one/two up, 90/10 tarmac/log roads. I would like it as a commuter for the nicer days. V Strom seems like it will be a better fit for the highway, but it looks like I can't go wrong when I hit dirt if I have...
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    Sand ladders?

    Can someone enlighten me on the proper use of sand ladders with a trailer in tow? I am planning a trip to the Oregon Dunes in July and will be sand camping. I'll have my truck and trailer/RTT in tow. I have never used ladders and trailer together, so what are some tips I should know when...
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    It has occured to me...

    If I had taken all the money I have spent on my Frontier, in the form of bumpers, tires, racks, etc, I would have been able to have it paid off by now (by a few thousand). However, I would not have such as awesome a truck as I do now if I did!! :wings: Anyone else out there find themselves...
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    Gas Struts- Inside vs Outside mounting

    I am at the point in my build where I am ready to install gas struts for the lid. My lid is made of steel, and weighs in at about 150lbs. I am adding a bit of structure to the lid after a bit, and an RTT later this winter. I estimate I will have close to 300# into that lid before all is said...
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    Camping Lab RTT size?

    What are the dimensions of the mounting bars underneath? Are they adjustable? I am building my trailer with a "rack" type system on top, and they will be non-adjustable... And the tent will mount on this. So If anyone knows the dimensions of the mounting system on the big Camping Lab RTT, I...
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    Lid seal material?

    What are you guys using as a lip "seal" for your trailer lids? More specifically, where are you getting it iat a reasonable price? I would prefer a 1"> wide adhesive backed strip. Any leads? :D
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    Camping Lab RTT users

    Anyone out there have CampingLab's 71"x94" "Large" sized RTT? It's on my "short list" and I was curious if anyone out there had any thoughts on the size. I will have myself (6'3", 220), wife (5'2", 110), daughter (4'5", 50lbs) and our infant son (little). It would be nice to have a few extras...
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    RTT deploys to port or starboard?

    Which side of the trailer and why? I was thinking it would be best to deploy to the passenger side. Because that would be the side away from traffic on the road. Also, the trailer lid should open to the driver's side for ease of the driver accessing stuff, and so you can access the trailer with...
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    Trailer cover costs

    So, I am looking into getting a local fab shop to weld together a cover for my M101CDN. Here's my question to you who contracted others to fab your covers- What did it cost? I am thinking for a 1"x1" square tubing around the rim, plus 3 1"x1" square crossbars and a 14ga top, all steel, it...
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    Rocket Box (real rockets)

    Lately I've had quite a box fetish. With a leaning towards waterproof-ness and a desire to outlast me, I've got a few boxes that fit the bill. Which brings me to this little (big) gem. This box is 48"x12"x12", with 6 tension-adjustable clasps for cranking down the airtight seal. It has one...
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