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gswanson
71 posts recovered 3 threads started First seen 3 Dec 2007 Last seen 14 Jul 2018
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Last 50 of 71- 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 Gswanson home safe at 3:15. Outstanding event, best one so far!
- 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 12 hours ago, Lee 2002 I suppose this means I should really get serious about doing some maintenance. Nah, you got plenty of time bro.
- 2018 VFRD SUMSUM 4 Lee 2002, 12/10/2017 at 3:06 PM OK. Lee2002 has reserved room #23 First dibs on the second bed goes to perpetual SumSum roomie, gswanson. You know I'm in! Can't wait.
- Hog tie 5.5 I have your number, will be in touch. Looks like Saturday evening will be interesting as The Hub is doing it's monthly Motorcycles and Muscle Cars gathering also (according to their calendar).
- Hog tie 5.5 1 hour ago, Yokel There are a bunch of people who aren't on the forum coming. My friends Erik and Steve, (triumphs), a coworker of Steve's is coming. Erik is bringing 2 friends as well., so that's 5... My old neighbor…
- Hog tie 5.5 Chatter for this event has been pretty sparse. Who all is planning on attending besides myself, Max, Yeller, the Gunns and Yokel?
- Weird idle on my '90 (video) Backfiring through the carb would make me think it is either ignition timing, a sticking or non closing valve or possibly carbon build-up that heats up and causes pre-detonation. Can you do a leak down check? That will…
- Popp Over America - Pilot Episode Enjoyed the first episode. I hope there will be more to follow.
- Moving to Montana Good luck to you, Ron. Enjoy the riding and the winters ;).
- Joint Relief I love my bikes too, both gens, and don't want to get rid of them for something else but the older I get the harder it is to stay in the saddle. I don't think the extra width of the LSL bars would affect me too much, I…
- Joint Relief Quote My discomfort seems to be more joint related rather than muscular, but I will try the stretches and see how it feels. The Buell pegs I have on the bike are about 1 1/4 inches lower than the stock pegs. My knees do…
- Joint Relief Need some help or suggestions on possible ergonomic changes to relieve hip joint pain after being in the saddle for an extended period of time. I have a 2007 Anniversary Edition, Sargent seat, Buell pegs and stock bars.…
- help/advice needed Lawton, OK area Quote If you don't mind leaving the truck and trailer in the OKC area, I have plenty of space to keep it for a week. Lawton is not the best place to leave things unattended.
- "official" Hog Tie 2016 - Sep 23-26 2016 Anyone still planning on being at the Hub September 23-25? Looks like my schedule is going to allow me to make it that weekend. Bringing a co-worker along (at this point).
- Montana Flats Says Thanks!!! Glad Mark was able to help you out and that you got home safely.
- Making A Run From Memphis To Mountain View, Ar This Weekend. Forget the backpacking, head over to Push Mountain, Hwy 341. Spend as much time there as you can. Wonderful road.
- I've Entered Into The Smaller Dark Side! Don't let Yokel hear that. He wants one so bad he can't stand it. Throw it in your saddle bags and bring it to the Hog Tie next year. It would be fun to hoon around the Hub parking lot in the evenings.
- 5Th Annual Hog Tie - September 11-17 2016 (Dates Changed, Topic Closed) I'm in!!!!!
- Engine Mounts And Vibration Possibly a dirty injector? Do the vibes match engine revs?
- My 1996 Vfr750 Streetfighter Absolutely STUNNING!!!!!!
- 5Th Gen - Charging Issues Only When Hot Does this relate to the cooling fans running and possibly pulling the voltage down?
- 4Th Annual Hog Tie - Sep 25-27 I plan on being there!!!!!!!
- Post A Picture Of Your Vfr [image: Vfr 030715 6] Out jousting with windmills a couple of weekends ago. Roughly 40 miles WSW of OKC on Hwy 37 between Hinton and Cogar.
- Moving To Redmond, Or Glad to take your petro-chemicals. I ain't no tree hugger! They have already been assimilated into that mess I call a shop. Have you sorted out the bike shipping yet?
- Moving To Redmond, Or Congrats on getting the job, Steve. Sure hate to lose a riding buddy, but can't blame you for the location.
- The Official 2015 Sumsum <3 Page Or is it Vuja De? Regardless, I'M IN !!!!!!! Ready to leave today.
- Now I Have A Reason To Alter The 95 Any idea what caused the headshake?
- Hog Tie Attendance List Count me in!
- 11Th Annual Tmac Picture Thread Our fearless leader is looking pretty Hollywood there.
- Question About Comp Werkes Fender Kit 5Th Gen Silicone is your friend. Seal the gaps and fill the gouge. You should be fine.
- Paint Job And Powder Coating Questions Unfortunately, no. It would have looked pretty cool. The flame, which seemed to be about three feet long, that shot out of the gas filler hole was quite visible. This was after the paper towels stuffed in the filler…
- Paint Job And Powder Coating Questions I increased the fuel capacity of my 5th gen tank by almost a half gallon when I tried to use one of those stud guns on an improperly purged tank. Problem was it wouldn't fit back on the bike after that mod. Be very…
- Second Annual Hog Tie - Sep 13-15, 2013 - Event Thread I'll vouch for veequatro. Met him at one of Lee's rides. He's no worse than any of us misfits. Still hoping to make the ride, but new job may get in the way.
- Pigs, A Snake, A Dragon, Particle Acceleration, A Bad Disc And Yankie Squids. 7 Days Aboard My 1200. Buying a new truck so you don't have to ride in the rain is a pretty flimsy excuse to buy a new truck, but in this case it works quite well. Sounds like you had a very memorable trip, thanks for sharing.
- Replacing Steering Head Bearings With Roller Bearings? I agree with Rosso about subtracting the .020. I also agree with Veefer800 that it is not enough to worry about. Without knowing the actual bearing thicknesses, I just wanted to understand and be sure of what I was…
- Replacing Steering Head Bearings With Roller Bearings? I am not trying to start any controversy here, I can sometimes be pretty thick and slow to pick up on things. Disclaimer: I have never changed my steering stem bearings . It's just that what I have read doesn't make…
- Replacing Steering Head Bearings With Roller Bearings? Measure from the same spot on the upper triple tree to the top of the fork tube, either the split line where the cap meets the tube, or the top of the for cap (not the hex nut). Just make the new measurement 2mm less…
- Replacing Steering Head Bearings With Roller Bearings? OK, let's see if I got this straight. The All Balls races are each 2mm thicker than the stock races. This will displace the upper and lower triple trees an equal 2mm, up and down, from their original, stock locations.…
- Second Annual Hog Tie - Sep 13-15, 2013 - Event Thread Put me down as a "fer sherr". Last time was one of the best gatherings I have attended.
- 6Th Gen: Stock Exhaust Modification Poll I did an exhaust mod two days after I got my 07. I was a bit more ambitious with my mod. Rather than trying to drill or saw the baffle tubes out through the end cap holes, I cut the cans open at the end cap weld seam,…
- R/R forks for upgrade - How to? Don't forget to put some wooden spacers in your front brake calipers, between the brake pads. This will keep the pistons from popping out if you or someone else happens to bump or squeeze the front or rear brake levers.…
- R/R forks for upgrade - How to? I am sure I can find room to keep your bike while the forks are re-worked. Just say when.
- R/R forks for upgrade - How to? Steve, I'll help you whenever you are ready. It's a piece of cake.
- Meers burgers on Oct 27 How cold will you ride? Lows Sat morning are being forecast in the mid 30's, with a high in the mid 50's. Supposed to be dry tho.
- Way too close for me "I chose to hit the gas and get past them. Maybe not the right decision..." In this case it was the "right decision" because you were able to avoid an accident. As you said, not much time to figure out what to do. Glad…
- Rally around the Pits OCT 14, 2012 So is the "Biker Shak" a different location from your photo above? Photo looks like the Seba Station museum in Warwick... The Biker Shack is across the street from the round barn. See you guys Sunday, with or without…
- 4th gen clutch issues I would be looking at the clutch first before worrying about the tranny. Both the mainshaft and countershaft are splined, which along with the gear dogs, would prevent an individual gear from slipping unless the splines…
- The SumSumx2 Summary Tony, I too will echo the kind words flowing so freely. This had to be the best ride I have been on to date. The organization was outstanding, the comeraderie was the best and the roads and scenery were absolutely…
- VietHorse wants to ride in US - lots of advices needed. Check out this place. They even have a VFR 1200. They are based in Dallas, which could get you to the Ozarks in Arkansas in a day. Given your limited time I also have to recommend the Ozarks. Everything from fast…
- Arkansas in September - Reserve Your Spot NOW! Sep 21 through 23 "I don't think I've been on my bikes in over two weeks and that has got to be a record! Well, except for living in Spokane when there is snow and ice all over everything for weeks on end..." Dang Steve, you going soft…
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