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  1. zenwhipper

    Motorcycle For Sale 2016 R1200RT For Sale

    Was active on the FJR Boards when I hade my FJR. Then I moved to an R1200RT. But if you would entertain an item from BMW, its greatly appreciated! ;) Selling my RT. One owner (me). 31,000 miles. Premium package: Dynamic ESA, GPS prep, cruise control, heated seats and grips, audio system with...
  2. zenwhipper

    Spot Satellite Messenger for Sale

    I have a used Spot Messenger for sale. Includes a Ram Mount cradle. Its a Gen 1 model. $125 for both + shipping. I use these devices when I am out of cell service on the M/C to allow the wifee to see where I am at and if something a la worse case should happen and I need to hail 911...
  3. zenwhipper

    Items for sale - cleaning out farkles

    Cee Bailey’s Windscreen Reverse Contour 21” Tall, + 2” wide (2” wider than stock and 3” higher) Light Gray Tint $100 (retail $160) + shipping (CONUS) Pazzo Levers Long lever style (not shorty) Silver + Gold adjuster $125 for both (retail $300) + shipping (CONUS) Garauld’s Luggage...
  4. zenwhipper

    SOLD - Clearing out the farkle bin - item FS, Satellite Tracker

    Delorme InReach Satellite Tracker & Communication Unit https://www.inreachdelorme.com/product-info/inreachse.php This unit is brand new. I ended up with an extra one through some fortunate events of the M/C universe. I have used a Satellite tracker for 7-8 years. The primary benefit with...
  5. zenwhipper

    SOLD: Ohlins YA707

    Shock has sold. Cheers Mates. I am putting up for sale my slightly used Ohlins YA707 rear shock. I bought it new in 2014. It has approximately 8K miles on it. I had it professionally dialed in by GP Suspension for my weight and riding style. In my mind, this is the BEST addition to the bike and...
  6. zenwhipper

    SOLD - FJR Seat For Sale - After Market - Custom

    The seat has sold. I am selling my Rich's custom seat from my 2008. The seat was built in 2011 in a drive-in, custom seat appointment at Rich's. https://www.richscustomseats.com I have both the front and back seat. My bike is a 2008. These advance the form and fit of the FJR tremendously. I...
  7. zenwhipper

    R1200RT - Thoughts?

    I'll likely find no love here on said topic, but after 8 years on 2008 FJR, I am looking for something new. I am seriously looking at the latest gen of the BMW R1200RT. Seems to fit my next iteration of the riding life. I am curious if anybody has first hand knowledge of the bike. Things you...
  8. zenwhipper

    Zipper on stock FJR factory cover?

    By a crazy chain of events, I inherited a factory cover that was hardly used by the past individual. Its a beaut. And have been looking for a new cover in the last few months. Anyway, placed it on the bike and there is this zipper on the tail end of the cover. But, there is no zipper slider for...
  9. zenwhipper

    Remus Hexacone - Pricing?

    Gosh a while back I had landed on the Remus Hexacone for my 2008. Was just waiting for this spring to purchase. I swear this muff-eller was not more than a 1000 bucks. But, in my recent searches... $1300 bucks! Ouch...
  10. zenwhipper

    V3 Fuel Cap - Vortex

    Anybody have any experience with these caps? I'd love to get rid of the locking stock unit - just a slight pain to use a key (to me). I know, may leave me open to fuel theft yaddah yaddah yaddah. https://www.vortexracing.com/shop/product/126202/1720/110/53/ Thanks Mates.
  11. zenwhipper

    Canyon Cages - Lead Times?

    Looking to purchase a set of Canyon Cages for my 2008 from MC Enterprises. Anybody ordered a set recently? What was the lead time? Grazi.
  12. zenwhipper

    Swift Reservoir to Trout Lake / Road Conditions?

    I'm heading out on Saturday with some pals to ultimately end up in North Cal riding through the Redwoods. Our first day has us riding from Seattle to Hood River Oregon through Randle and east of Mt St Helens. I am wondering about FS roads 30, 28 and 88 down to Trout Lake. These roads don't open...
  13. zenwhipper

    In-line Volume Control - Ipod

    Folks- I am looking for an in-line volume control for my Ipod shuffle. I use my Shuffle for music on my rides. Its a bit hard to push the little buttons with gloves on - so I'd like to find an inline volume control. I guess the earphones I use are the standard sized jack. I have velcro-ed the...
  14. zenwhipper

    Michelin Pilot Road 4 - GT version?

    Can't seem to find whether or not, for the FJR one needs to purchase the GT version of the PR4. I think the GT is for BIGGER sport touring / touring bikes and the standard version tire is the one to go with. But- hell, I can't tell fer sure. Anybody know... wanna help a fellow tire challenged...
  15. zenwhipper

    Goldwing Crash - Highway 20, North Cascades

    Was with the wife and pooch in our Subaru on Saturday, Sept 20 heading east on highway 20 and came across a Goldwing that had crashed. It was right after the bridge over Diablo Lake at Colonial Creek Campground - at the 20-25MPH left hand corner after the bridge. I think the Goldwing was black...
  16. zenwhipper

    Suspension adjustments prior to loaded touring

    What adjustments would you make to your suspension to prepare for a loaded tour? Most of my touring is done with the hard bags full and a duffle bag on top. Sometimes I add camping gear. But the added weight would be 50 to 75lbs I believe. To tell you the truth- I never much worried about this...
  17. zenwhipper

    Ohlins YA707 arriving in the next few days...

    I have my shock on its way - should be here Friday. What are the recommendations for mounting the remote reservoir and the remote pre-load adjuster? These pics happen to be from a post back in Sept 2010 - posted by Sgoat. Looks like a good way to do it. Just not sure the details. Thanks Mates...
  18. zenwhipper

    Fleece seat cover or Bead Rider?

    Looking to buy one of these for a long trip to Yosemite this year. I am not concerned that my seat is uncomfortable since I had Rich's do my seat a few years ago. But- I would like something that is cooler on those long days. Anybody have a pref here on which works better? Thanks Scott
  19. zenwhipper

    Where to buy a YA707 Ohlins?

    Having trouble finding a YA707. Where have folks purchased and what did you pay? This is the shock with remote preload adjuster (S46HR1C1S). Mucho gracias! Scott.
  20. zenwhipper

    Rap Battle - Green Berets vs MARSOC (NSFW)

    I love this. https://www.funker530.com/epic-rap-battle-special-forces-vs-marsoc/
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