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  1. thompsonian

    Kentucky roads to hit or miss

    So my nephew will be graduating from HS around Memorial Day weekend. My plan is to leave SEO sometime Wednesday afternoon and just get to my sister's house in Lexington, where I'll be basing my weekend routes from. His graduation is Thursday so my riding days will be Friday and Saturday. Looking...
  2. thompsonian

    Boots..what are YOU wearing?

    So..I'm a needing a new pair of boots. My old Sidi's have worn out their usefullness. Busted zipper, smashed toe, just worn out in general. I bought a pair of the Joe Rocket half boot and they rub a hellacious spot on my shin, so I'm up to looking for new boots. What kind are you folks wearing...
  3. thompsonian

    LED Light bar

    So....been doing some research on aftermarket lights, placement, etc. and couldn't seem to find what I was looking for. Decided to try and see how bad I can mess this up on my own. I've seen the Eyes of God lights years ago, where they were mounted up under the nose of a Gen II. Got me thinking...
  4. thompsonian

    Under Front Cowling Gen III pics

    Looking for some good photos of the underside of the nose/front cowling of a Gen 3, more so a 2015. I've an idea for a mounting bracket for an LED bar, but need some good pics. In case anyone would have the front cowling off, or possibly the wheel/fender looking up to the underside of the...
  5. thompsonian

    Alpinestars Andes textile pants $160 shipped

    I have a brand new pair, still with tags, sitting in my closet. They are size 2XL which according to the AStars site is supposed to fit up to a 40" waist. They lie. Got them as a gift, so I have no receipt to return them. I would guesstimate if you wear up to a size 36 these would fit. They are...
  6. thompsonian

    Front mount LED light bar

    Been doing some looking around for ideas on LED lights and was wondering if anyone has or knows someone who has mounted one of those smaller LED light bars under the nose on a Gen III yet. I've seen some of a Super Tenere setup that I think would be great but not sure if: a) It'd be too much for...
  7. thompsonian

    Scorpion T510 Nexus XL

    Bought this back in March, and have only worn it a handful of times. Just not my cup of tea after wearing it on a ride. Prefer my Suomy to the Scorpion. Paid $230 would like to get $175. It's the Hi Viz yellow color scheme.
  8. thompsonian

    Seat height and handling

    So....did a little search, didn't find anything, so I'll ask away. Went for a quick jaunt out one of my favorite roads today, just to get some miles in the new bike. Rode out with the seat in the low position, then back in with it in the high position. I prefer the high position as I've got...
  9. thompsonian

    Going back to an FJR

    Well....I've been off a motorcycle for 6 years, took the plunge and bought a Triumph Sprint St1050 with my tax return this year. Well...turns out it needs entire suspension rebuilt. Been sitting for a week, now has developed a mysterious leak from somewhere. I should've been smart and just...
  10. thompsonian

    Need help...father in law crashed in KS

    Folks, My Father in law just had a stroke while on a cross country ride to California. Somewhere near Witchata, KS he tried to get off the bike and it fell on him. It did turn out when he got to hospital he had a left side CVA, or a stroke. Her mom is on her way in a truck to try and get the...
  11. thompsonian

    New member to Thompsonian's family

    Well....I haven't been on here for awhile, but there's a good reason. On November 10, @ 8:07pm, weighing in at 7lbs 13 ozs, 20" long, my son Mycajah Paul was born. We are going to call him Cage for short. He was named after my great grandfather and my father. He has some interesting things about...
  12. thompsonian

    Sighted: 2 FJRs on OH 800

    Anyone? I was Southbound on 800 on a GenII 06. The Gen I rider was wearing a yellow helmet and had the headlight modulators and the other appeared to be an AE, but I might be wrong. Had another bike in tow behind them.
  13. thompsonian

    Headin to the OBX....

    So I started THIS HERE on the other forum, and thought I ask over here too. Looking to go to Corolla, NC the last week of June for a family vacation. Not sure if the wife is going to be able to go, but I'm taking the FJR on a nice long trip. Will be leaving Parkersburg,WV Friday 26th and heading...
  14. thompsonian

    Guitar restoration..

    After the passing of my grandfather this past spring, I've been giving serious thought to having a couple of my guitars restored. My grandfather gave me his Epiphone 12 string acoustic that needs some body repair done to it before I try to restring it, but that isn't the one I REALLY want fixed...
  15. thompsonian

    Teddy Bear Run for EOM

    So...this is the season for Toys for Tots and those who are fortunate enough to have year round riding weather are doing Toy Runs and the like. Was thinking aloud to all those here who will listen. Here in Marietta, they have an annual Teddy Bear Run for the local hospitals. Folks go out, buy a...
  16. thompsonian

    Any CARFAX users?

    Just curious to know if anyone on here has a subscription to CARFAX that would be willing to run a VIN for me. Found one helluva deal on a used truck that seems to good to be true. I'm just too much of a tight ass to spring the $30 for it. If you got one and can do it for me, drop me a PM. Thanks!
  17. thompsonian

    Ok all you West Coasters

    So I've been bouncing around the idea of a vacation for the SO & I. Have given some serious thought about flying into San Fran and renting a convertible and driving all the way to Seattle. Just think it would be pretty awesome to drive that road and to see some of the west coast. My big question...
  18. thompsonian

    2008 EOM Official Vendor List

    Folks, Now that EOM has been in the books for a week, I have finally gotten a chance to get a list together of the companies that made donations for door prizes for this years event. To me, I feel like he list was much shorter than previous years, but I blame the slow economy for that one. Here...
  19. thompsonian

    Any EOM folks heading thru Parkersburg..

    For any of you who are making a night stop in Parkersburg,WV or Marietta,OH and need ANYTHING, let me know. Parkersburg is my hometown and I'll do my best to get you what you need. The bummer: I am currently working afternoon shift 4p-12A so any dinner plans are shot. However, if you are in...
  20. thompsonian

    Adware/Spyware Remover

    So my laptop has got a horrible infection of adware/spyware/something. I don't know where it is or where it came from. I tried downloading a Microsoft Adware/Spyware removal tool and it ain't done shit. My Norton subscription has expired and I'm too broke right now to re-up it. Anyone know...
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