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  1. Dale_I

    To lean or counter-lean, that is the question...

    If you focus on handlebar input you will be at a greater lean angle than if you transferred weight. Lean angle equals risk. It is not one or the other, it is both. The heavier the bike, the more weight transfer will help. If you think about sitting still, if you lean you will fall over. The...
  2. Dale_I

    To lean or counter-lean, that is the question...

    I'll add to @Bounce list... the physics of Counter STEER requires motion and under 20 or 25 isn't as affective. As @feejerbkb, I've done some YCRS. I may not use the methods to the extreme as when you learn on the track, but I think all of it is scalable. I'm not moving my body off the seat...
  3. Dale_I

    To lean or counter-lean, that is the question...

    Another point of consideration in street cornering is the imperfections you will run into. It is not uncommon to have elevation changes, pot holes, patches, tar snakes, etc, etc. Under the "Lean angle equals risk" category, your suspension will work better the more erect the bike is. You don't...
  4. Dale_I

    The WHY NOT 2023 is a reality!

    JP and Mel, king and queen of Why Not?. Best roads I've ridden and endless supply of alternative routes. Hardest part was choosing which direction to go. Besides the seriously good breakfasts at the diner and the prime rib from the Elks, the hand-rubbed tri-tip sliders courtesy of JP were not...
  5. Dale_I

    The Why Not 2023 - Registration, Dinner and Shirt Orders- 7/19/23 UPDATE - WITH FREE STUFF!

    Kick stands up... Taking the scenic route. See ya'll in Baker City. Dinner at 6pm on Friday... will NOT miss it!
  6. Dale_I

    The Why Not 2023 - Registration, Dinner and Shirt Orders- 7/19/23 UPDATE - WITH FREE STUFF!

    If either of you find yourself at the bottom of Lolo pass (Hwy 12).... you can go south on Hwy 13 about 15 miles and Hwy 14 out to Elk City is worth the trip. It is one way in and one way out, but excellent in both directions. If you are coming down Idaho 95, you can take 13 west out of...
  7. Dale_I

    Are Rifle Fairings still in business or gone the way of Bike Bandit?

    Proprietor is Gary, who was working production, and sales/service was Dennis for the last year+. Both working as of closure.
  8. Dale_I

    Are Rifle Fairings still in business or gone the way of Bike Bandit?

    Whelp... I waited past the 6 weeks, am at my 8 weeks. As posted... they're out. No phone answering, no leaving messages, emails returned undeliverable, website gone. Filing for a refund from my card company. Taking money without the intention of delivering product would have been the last way I...
  9. Dale_I

    Are Rifle Fairings still in business or gone the way of Bike Bandit?

    Do we have a local member that could maybe swing by and see if the shutters are open or closed? I've been calling, but no answer machine anymore, no website, and my emails are coming back as undeliverable, which may be tied to the website down because it is a riffle.com email address.
  10. Dale_I

    Are Rifle Fairings still in business or gone the way of Bike Bandit?

    From Post 3, here is the last contact info: RIFLE FAIRINGS 3140 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA 93422 (800) 262-1237 USA (800) 262-1237 Canada +1 (805) 466-5880 International
  11. Dale_I

    Are Rifle Fairings still in business or gone the way of Bike Bandit?

    I spoke with Dennis a couple weeks ago on the phone about an order I placed in June. At the time he said it would probably be 6 to 8 weeks, closer to 8 weeks or a bit more. I already have a Rifle windscreen (Clear +3) and I do not need the angle optimizers or bracket. I only ordered a Smoked +1...
  12. Dale_I

    Brakes failed

    "official" manual method for the rear is bleed front lower first, then rear. However... I wouldn't think it would make a bit of difference. Same with front. The manual says left first, then right upper. So, I do it thinking there is mojo in it.... Activate the ABS: Do not activate any brakes...
  13. Dale_I

    The Why Not 2023 - Registration, Dinner and Shirt Orders- 7/19/23 UPDATE - WITH FREE STUFF!

    Registered with dinner, hotel room confirmed! T-shirt paid. Is it wrong I've already planned a couple loops out of Baker City to ride?
  14. Dale_I

    Stuck on Rear ABS Bleed Procedure

    I've used SpeedBleeders and a Mighty-Vac on an AE model. I might suggest trying it again. Make sure the brake is off (at-rest). Make sure the SpeedBleeder has been turned out between 1/2 and 1 turns (still needs to be loosened to operate and tightened to lock it). Make sure the cap is off and...
  15. Dale_I

    Garmin Zumo discount

    I don't know if they are coming out with a new unit and I don't know if they are trying to clear out inventory. I have seen this $100 off "sale" of the XT every year a couple times a year. Generally before Christmas and then again just before summer. I always say I'm going to get one... then I...
  16. Dale_I

    The WHY NOT 2023 is a reality!

    I like the shirt, but after seeing the size of the logo... I may pass on the tattoo.... (free or not)
  17. Dale_I

    The WHY NOT 2023 is a reality!

    Booked!
  18. Dale_I

    The WHY NOT 2023 is a reality!

    …and then… there are the quiet ones... The ones that don’t hold their head up high, but don’t look down often. They’ll stare you square in the eye, and can sense a poser by the way he breathes. The quiet ones don’t play into the hype or drama of announcing their arrival… and don’t succumb to...
  19. Dale_I

    CCT

    2008 and my original CCT was not marked. Now new and improved, sporting a green dot! My original was definitely very weak compared to the replacement.
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