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  1. Murph

    Wheaton and I tackle the Twisty Butt Arkansas All Day 500

    After hearing about the great roads in Arkansas, I made it a priority to ride there sometime this year. Wheaton and I had discussed it for a few months and, when the Twisty Butt Arkansas All Day get-together was planned, the deal was done and the dates were set. Thursday, Oct 29th Wheaton and...
  2. Murph

    Where is the Gen 1 high beam relay?

    I've checked the service manual and searched online but am not seeing exactly where the high beam relay is on my Gen 1.
  3. Murph

    Anyone ever bought from SpoiledBiker.com

    I've never heard of them and, before I buy, am wondering if anyone has had any experiences with this seller? Spoiled Biker Website
  4. Murph

    Question for Fuzeblock FZ-1 Owners

    I'm working on installing a Fuzeblock and am wondering if I'm expecting too much from my Fuzeblock. What are you powering thru your FZ-1 unit and what do you have connected directly to your battery? Your input is appreciated.
  5. Murph

    Now fielding suggestions on how to remove stem nut

    I want to install a Techmount for the GPS but the stem nut won't budge. All serious suggestions will be appreciated!
  6. Murph

    Zumo Question re maps on SD

    If I purchase a map of Italy on micro-SD (link), all I have to do is insert the card and the Zumo will be ready to show me the way around Italy? Is it really that easy? What's the catch or what don't I know?
  7. Murph

    Wanted to buy for my 2005

    Wanted to buy for my 2005 (Galaxy Blue): (1) BODY, FRONT UPPER 2 (Part # 5JW-2835H-00-P4) (2) PANEL, INNER 4 ....commonly known as "Panel D" (Part # 5JW-2836N-00-00) Any extras out there? Thanks.
  8. Murph

    Pics from the first Iron Butt Rally

    Although I don't think it's particularly great form to post links to other bike forums on here, I have to make an exception on this...I came across a thread on Adventure Rider of the first Iron Butt Rally that I thought some of you would appreciate. Old school, baby! Check out the photos...
  9. Murph

    A Rider's Survey

    If you could only take one ride next year, where would it be? Feel free to provide details.
  10. Murph

    No need for a ramp to load a bike into a truck

    I never saw Evel Knievel do this. ;) link to video
  11. Murph

    In case you need a gift idea

    website
  12. Murph

    The World's Shortest and Most Anti-Climactic Ride Report

    I went for a ride. It was cold. I had fun. Hopefully the FJR will be ready again when the weather cooperates this winter. The end. (I know, I know. TTIWWOP ...sorry.)
  13. Murph

    'Live Like You Were Dying' Trip 2009

    I'm not a raving fan of country music but I appreciate good crooning and good lyrics. One of the inspirations for this ride was The plan was an 12-day tour of Colorado, a trip that we'd been putting off for 10 years. No more excuses. No more delays. We're going to live while we're alive...
  14. Murph

    A few thoughts on riding partners

    I read this on AdvRider and thought it was a great post about riding partners. I copied some portions below but the complete post is here. Thoughts? Comments? Experiences? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I'm really picky about who I'll do a...
  15. Murph

    Another Colorado Route Question

    I want to briefly visit Great Sand Dunes National Park. What are the conditions of the roads out of Gardner to Red Wing? Microsoft S&T shows the following as a route from Gardner to the park: CR-550 CR-580 CR-581 CR-583 Montville Nature Trail (Mosca Pass Trail) Left onto SR-150 Are...
  16. Murph

    Oil Filter Won't Come Off

    So I try to do a routine oil change as I've done countless times before but this time I can't get the oil filter off. Multiple oil filter wrenches ....and my brute strength... and it won't budge. I resorted to a giant set of pliers but I only bent the filter. Now the wrench doesn't even have...
  17. Murph

    Mt Evans Question

    I'll be headed to Colorado in less than 2 weeks and I plan on riding up Mt. Evans. In this report on Advrider (link), the rider mentions the bumpiness and general poor condition of the road. I believe I read most of the NAFO reports but I don't recall anyone freaking out about the condition of...
  18. Murph

    A Brief Visit to the West Coast ... of Michigan

    My travel schedule for work has put a major damper on my riding this summer. In fact, I didn't even touch the bike between Memorial Day and the July 6th Chicagoland get-together of FJR riders. :glare: The good news, however, is that I've been trying to make up for lost time. A few...
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