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Forum: Off-Topic September 19th, 2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 1,119
Views: 132,589
Posted By soggybottom
This is what I get around in when the bike won't...

This is what I get around in when the bike won't cut it:

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/IMG_1548_zps5bd92818.jpg

Ain't she purty.

1990 f250 4x4 with the 7.3 liter diesel
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion September 19th, 2013, 06:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,463
Posted By soggybottom
I had one for a season. I put about 8k miles on...

I had one for a season. I put about 8k miles on it and sold it. Too much vibration for me. My hands would go numb in 20 minutes. Tried different grips/bars but to no avail. I also found the...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion September 19th, 2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,360
Posted By soggybottom
I had a set that rusted pretty much into a solid...

I had a set that rusted pretty much into a solid lump in a few years time. Since then, I wipe mine with grease every few years.
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk September 11th, 2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By soggybottom
I get over 60 pretty consistently. Primarily...

I get over 60 pretty consistently. Primarily highway miles. At 75 on the highway, with about 75lbs in camping gear, I average 60mpg. I'm at about 8k rpm at 70mph with my gearing. If you are...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion August 20th, 2013, 07:15 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 9,769
Posted By soggybottom
Dear OP: I'm also too cool to consider...

Dear OP:

I'm also too cool to consider myself a part of any group. Can we be too cool together?

Maybe we could get a bunch of people like us together. You know, like in a group.

I also...
Forum: Pictures August 16th, 2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,747
Posted By soggybottom
5000 mile update

5000 mile update:

I still have no complaints about these tires. They do well in all conditions, and I haven't noticed any deteriation of handling or traction.
...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk August 1st, 2013, 03:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,287
Posted By soggybottom
Hard to say without hearing the noise. I have...

Hard to say without hearing the noise. I have had chains with bad tight spots that sounded terrible. I could hear it when I would pass parked cars, go under bridges, etc.. No amount of lubricant...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk July 6th, 2013, 05:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,119
Posted By soggybottom
Did you check your fuses? When I first used my...

Did you check your fuses? When I first used my heated gear this spring off the accessory leads I was getting no power. Changed the fuse and no problem since.
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 28th, 2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,371
Posted By soggybottom
For chains I don't do anything fancy. Every...

For chains I don't do anything fancy. Every other tank of gas i'll oil it. I use gear oil, or spray chain lubricant. I don't think what you use is all that important as long as you do it...
Forum: Riding Skills June 26th, 2013, 08:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,865
Posted By soggybottom
I frequently forget to strap my helmet on, zip my...

I frequently forget to strap my helmet on, zip my jacket up, etc. often times I will be no handed while fixing these things. Sometimes at highway speeds. I know it isn't wise, but sometimes I just...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 26th, 2013, 05:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,788
Posted By soggybottom
I've worked on a lot of Japanese bikes over the...

I've worked on a lot of Japanese bikes over the years. Some as old as the 70's. I have never used JIS screwdrivers and have never had a problem.
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 25th, 2013, 04:44 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 26,092
Posted By soggybottom
This is mine ...

This is mine

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/IMG_1458_zps5cd683af.jpg

My bike is not a toy, it's transportation. It mostly does highway miles.
Forum: Cargo Space June 21st, 2013, 06:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,227
Posted By soggybottom
I use my bike to go fishing all the time. Here...

I use my bike to go fishing all the time. Here it is all loaded up on my last fishing trip

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l225/Fretleysix/IMG_1448_zpsc34362f2.jpg

...
Forum: Pictures June 16th, 2013, 06:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,747
Posted By soggybottom
3000 mile update: I am still completely...

3000 mile update:

I am still completely satisfied with these tires. The traction is very good, even in the wettest conditions. I have also used them a good deal on gravel and dirt, and have been...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 8th, 2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,175
Posted By soggybottom
I find I'm good for 100 mile stretches. 4 maybe...

I find I'm good for 100 mile stretches. 4 maybe 5 a day, stopping for 10 or 15 minutes in between. I try not to overdo it.
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 31st, 2013, 09:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,643
Posted By soggybottom
Rotella T6. Same stuff I run in my truck.

Rotella T6. Same stuff I run in my truck.
Forum: Pictures May 27th, 2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,525
Posted By soggybottom
Update: I've put 2500 miles on the bike with...

Update:

I've put 2500 miles on the bike with 0 mechanical issues. This weekend I took a 500 mile camping trip loaded with probably 100lbs of gear and the bike didn't miss a beat, even driving...
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 11th, 2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,179
Posted By soggybottom
I have tested carbs I've set by eye, and they...

I have tested carbs I've set by eye, and they have usually been pretty off. Maybe I just have crumby eyes, but I always feel better properly syncing them.
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk May 11th, 2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,179
Posted By soggybottom
If your carbs are clean like you say, then I...

If your carbs are clean like you say, then I would guess carbs out of sync. When was this checked last? Out of sync carbs result in a screwy idle.
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion May 2nd, 2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,512
Posted By soggybottom
Mine is more like: Wake up, look out window...

Mine is more like:

Wake up, look out window to see if there is snow on the road or not
If not, fire up bike and ride to work rain or shine
At work for 8 to 10 hours not thinking about riding...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion May 2nd, 2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,456
Posted By soggybottom
I have no sympathy. We got 8 inches of heavy,...

I have no sympathy. We got 8 inches of heavy, wet snow today. :Cry:
Forum: Riding Skills April 29th, 2013, 05:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,864
Posted By soggybottom
I guess not enough. My wife's always complaining...

I guess not enough. My wife's always complaining about money.
Forum: Riding Skills April 29th, 2013, 05:44 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,864
Posted By soggybottom
Oh my. I didn't expect so much response. I...

Oh my. I didn't expect so much response.

I really appreciate all the instruction.

I have done a great deal of reading and movie watching on technique (WI winters are very long), so I can't...
Forum: Pictures April 29th, 2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,747
Posted By soggybottom
My bad. I misunderstood you. Funny thing is most...

My bad. I misunderstood you. Funny thing is most of my riding is upright. I use my bike mostly for commuting and touring. In a few thousand miles these will probably be nice and square:thumbup:
Forum: Pictures April 29th, 2013, 04:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,747
Posted By soggybottom
Sandy as the roads are here only fools don't have...

Sandy as the roads are here only fools don't have "chicken strips" ;)
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