Recent content by dsmack

ACF-50 is also approved by aircraft manufacturers to treat/prevent corrosion, especially on aluminum. It is often fogged into the hidden recesses of wings, tail surfaces, etc. It should be excellent for protecting our bikes, especially from salt issues. Also has lubricating qualities... As...

Looking at the OEM parts fiche offered at www.ronayers.com, it appears to be shown on the FJR parts fiche for the FJR1300, 2009 model on the "Rear Arm" selection. Sit down, 'cause here's the PN and pricing: Item Number 35 Description: Cover 4BH-2219X-00-00 $32.39 List $21.21 Net. I'm...

Living within a few miles of you, out in the Spokane Valley, my inquisitive mind is wondering which track you will be on? Spokane Raceway Park?? Or... ? Have a ball! Don

As pointed out, the new bike is considerably more expensive plus in your earlier scenario you were insuring multiple bikes at one time, probably opening the possibility for a multiple vehicle discount. ~or~ The agent with whom you spoke doesn't know what they are doing! I have been dabbling...

From 6 Jan to now... that must be one helluva interview process!! Hoping for some good news here... Don

Tom ~ Good on your brother for wanting to get back on two wheels. I had taken off after my motorcycle was stolen in La Habra back in 1974 or so. Race cars and an airplane filled the need for fun, but proved to be much to "spendy" for a long term fix. Fast forward until 2007, when I was...

That was a very informative and well written article. Filed that one away for future reference!

No, you didn't... I've just been sitting here trying to think of a kind way to let Iggy know that his decal is missing one finger! Whatsupwitdat? Beautiful new ride, and I'm happy for you! Don

Thanks for the link! I just ordered a set to place in my cool basement until needed. Fortunately, both the FJR and my Bandit 1200 use the same size tire, so it makes sense to have a spare set on hand. I recently paid a "Stupid Tax" in the way of a set of overpriced Metzeler M3 tires while on...

Soooo: Did you ask him for a discount for the paint damage? Don

DC ~ That's the way it should be! If everyone adopted your friend's sincere efforts to prevent ladders from falling off trucks, we would all be considerably safer. It is strictly a problem of users of the ladder not caring enough to ensure that they are properly secured. As a commercial...

It amazes me that not a one of you Californians has mentioned that the construction of the new section is being performed by a Chinese contracting firm. Why? Cal DOT says they couldn't get qualified US firms to bid on the job. Excuse me here a moment {cough...bull shit.... cough}. Not trying...

Nice Tip! Another thing I have found works well on undercarriages and wheels, especially to remove that nasty tarry residue from running over fresh tar snakes: Windex! Spray it on, leave for a couple of minutes while you're spraying the other side, come back and I'll bet you it will wipe off...

You would probably have better luck contacting Wheatie with your question by sending him a PM. Last time he looked at this thread was over a year ago, and chances are he won't see your request. Good luck, Don

I've been a long time user of many penetrating fluids, with varying successes. #1: Shit can any container of WD-40. It is the poorest excuse of any of the products listed. May suffice for bathroom door hinge pins, if you are lucky and the moon is in the right quadrant when applied. #2: If...