Re: List future

2000-11-17 Thread RangerJay
I'm on a list at the eGroups (for Ducati's MH900e). The list works well, they have a space for uploading of photos and even setting up calendar events. It could prove useful for sharing and meeting. The downside is they put ads in your emails. So far, it hasn't taken up much space. It's also ea

Re: Helmets (Snell vs. DOT vs. TUF)

2000-11-03 Thread RangerJay
This is true. In all helmet law states, DOT approval is required for sale. The only non-DOT helmets are cheapies, usually bought by people trying to skirt the law who have heads that aren't worth protecting anyway. DOT requirements are very minimal. Snell standards are pretty tough. There a

Re: Fluff : The Mother of All speed fines

2000-11-02 Thread RangerJay
I know we are all curious, so I ran the conversions. Fine - $6,007 US Speed - 188.9 mph 486 meters (distance of the laser gun reading the speed) - 0.3 miles. In a message dated 11/2/00 1:47:52 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << "A Benoni motorcyclist will have to dig deep into his pockets to set

Re: Helmet fit (comfort, safety, noise....)

2000-11-02 Thread RangerJay
My opinions of Rider doing "testing" are, well, not laudatory. MCN picks winners based on procedures and then adds some level of opinion on items that by nature must be subjective. There are always caveats. When choosing a helmet, anyone with any sense will tell you fit is more important th

Re: Superbike kit effect on steering: much lighter; misc questions

2000-10-30 Thread RangerJay
It varies depending upon the speed. And particularly the rate of deceleration. The more extreme the braking, the less the back end does. At the racetrack, some guys disconnet the back completely. (It's in the air anyway.) Cruisers have more weight on the rear so the back does more work. And th

Re: Gasoline

2000-10-27 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 10/27/00 12:58:20 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I was always under the impression that the premium grades contained additives that helped clean the fuel injectors, among other things, eliminating the need to use injector cleaner. Is this just hype? >> Yes. Okay, caveats: The

Re: Gasoline

2000-10-27 Thread RangerJay
ALL cars with such controls - if they don't specify premium - will reach maximum power with regular. Going higher in octane will never net additional power. They can only reduce power for poor grades of fuel or occasional bad tank or extreme running conditions. They can retard ignition to reduc

Re: Gasoline

2000-10-27 Thread RangerJay
Sorry Ken. None of the benefits you describe exist in even the tiniest amount. As an environmentalist, I would love to think it would burn cleaner. (One reason I like the GTS is the catalyst and I wouldn't be among those switching to a different exhaust primarily for that reason.) But this is n

Re: Octane of Gas you use

2000-10-26 Thread RangerJay
I use nothing but regular. Until you actually hear a ping, there is no reason (none, not at all) to use anything else. Unless you want to give extra money to your oil company. The selling of high octane fuel to engines that don't require it (REQUIRE) is one of the biggest scams in American mark

Nikwax

2000-10-20 Thread RangerJay
SKU #: 6558930019 And it arrived today! In a message dated 10/20/00 8:13:58 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Do you have a part # on this? I just checked REI and there was no sale listed. >> Orange County, California Park Ranger R-115 1993-1998

Re: Aerostitch + nikwax (fluff)

2000-10-18 Thread RangerJay
Movie part, eh? How much does it pay? In a message dated 10/18/00 4:01:03 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << you keep this up Mike Myers (Austin Powers) will get you a spot in the next movieCheap Bastard >> Orange County, California Park Ranger R-115 1993-1998

Re: Aerostitch + nikwax

2000-10-18 Thread RangerJay
Soon as I saw Kev's mention of this stuff I logged on. They refer you to two sites to buy. The 10 oz. is about $10. HOWEVER, www.REI.com has the pair of 'em for $4.99! They note that's 74% off. I ordered two sets. Jay In a message dated 10/18/00 11:42:36 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << just

Re: Aerostitch

2000-10-18 Thread RangerJay
Well, I don't commute, but the Aerostich is absolutely legendary as far as how well it holds up over extended use. This is where it rates higher than almost any other brand. Color fade is mild problem in some cases (call them and ask which colors hold up best), but that is about all. I still se

Re: Old Topic!!! (fluff!)

2000-10-17 Thread RangerJay
I'm a digester. Up! 'scuse me, that was breakfast. In a message dated 10/17/00 8:45:32 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I pity the digesters. >> Orange County, California Park Ranger R-115 1993-1998

Re: New Topic!

2000-10-17 Thread RangerJay
Hope the SV heals quickly, Shawn. I'm sure you'll do well. A few years ago I hit some gravel around a blind, tight curve and went down at probably about 30 mph. Nice easy slide out. Wearing my Aerostich. I hit my butt more than my hip. No padding there (hip pads are an option) but I came out w

Re: Oil

2000-10-12 Thread RangerJay
You can subscribe or request back issues. Info available at: http://www.MCNews.com/ In a message dated 10/12/00 8:11:10 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >How can I get a copy of the article ? Orange County, California Park Ranger R-115 1993-1998

Re: Oil

2000-10-12 Thread RangerJay
Whether you like the publication or not, it's the ONLY one in America that doesn't kowtow to advertisers (since it has none). It's the only one that does and then publishes REAL tests without fudging to make sure the "desired" choice comes out on top. I'm in the magazine business and I know how

Re: New Yamaha sport-tourer

2000-10-11 Thread RangerJay
Uh oh, looks like my ST1100 could be in danger of being replaced... Nah, there likely will be a better ST1100 before the FJR1300 gets here. And I actually have no love for inline-4 engines anyway. If it wasn't for the uniqueness of the GTS, I'd have never considered it. Just a personal thing.

Re: 2024 FIM GP 500 Champion!

2000-10-11 Thread RangerJay
Considering who's winning these days (17-year-old Milandre in 250GP), you may have to revise that date. Perhaps 2016 the things are going. By 2021, the kid could be retired! In a message dated 10/11/00 1:30:34 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >A picture of the 2021 FIM GP 500 champion can now be s

Re: Cleaning and detailing my baby (fluff response)

2000-10-09 Thread RangerJay
Sounds like a job for Doug McLeod! Help this poor Australian, Doug. And Rob, to follow any instructions from here, remember you'll have to do it standing on your head. (My method: Ride, park, repeat. Occasional use of water to remove bug detritus.) -Jay In a message dated 10/9/00 2:02:09 PM,

Re: one bike?

2000-10-01 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 9/30/00 7:10:04 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >What about it folks, what if you could only have one bike? Last time I only had one, it was the ST1100. If replaced a BMW R100RT. Now I'd go for something lighter, lighter than the GTS also. Now? Tough decision, very tough. And I'v

Re: Schuberth helmet

2000-10-01 Thread RangerJay
That seems a pretty good price, Dave. How'd ya do that? Did the dealer ship to the U.S.? Of course, fit is a real issue for anyone. Anyone on the list have one of these available for a quick "try on?" Jay In a message dated 9/30/00 9:48:16 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > I just got some German

Re: Here's some interesting news... (commentary)

2000-09-28 Thread RangerJay
This is both old news and rampant speculation. BMW could possibly go on the block next year because of tax law changes in Germany. Ford was seen as a potential buyer, but the fiasco with Firestone and the Explorer may cut Ford's ability dramatically. (To be honest, knowing what I do about Ford,

Re: When will Yamaha learn

2000-09-27 Thread RangerJay
It's not the size of the market in the U.S. that's a problem for marketers, it's the cost of reaching them. When you're trying to reach that 1% who ride among 300 million, then dissect that 1% into subcategories like sport-tourer buyers, the geographical size and diversity is overwhelming. Euro

Re: started again (was RE: Intermot)

2000-09-26 Thread RangerJay
No he can't. Motorcycle manufacturers, unlike automobile makers (and most other large, publically held corporations) do not publish sales figures. But sport-tourers are among the smallest volume of bikes out there. The only reason manufacturers bother is because we're also among the most hardco

ST1100

2000-09-26 Thread RangerJay
I know nothing at this point. The ST is popular in Europe, so it won't be dropped. Sales here aren't much, so they could probably drop it for marketing reasons, but it would tick off a large group of loyalists. The X-Wing would not show up in current form, but is likely as a future product in s

Re: When will Yamaha learn (persoan fluff)

2000-09-25 Thread RangerJay
Funny, although I'm more of a Honda fan, I've owned all these bikes except the SRX. I gave up the TDM when it didn't compare to my TransAlp. Used the money to spend toward my GTS, which I find a much more worthy ride. (No need preaching to this choir.) The Vision was, like the GTS, too expensiv

Re: AW: chains and shocks (fluff)

2000-09-21 Thread RangerJay
I've ignored this thread and stayed out of the rather busy list lately, but, Joerg, you finally got me to chuckle. Thanks. Jay In a message dated 9/21/00 7:54:01 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >"Riding a unlubed chain is like

Re: Roadcrafter 1 piece vs. GTS saddlebag ;-) GIVI monorack vs. wingrack

2000-09-06 Thread RangerJay
I have the Krausers (large) and Givi Maxia topcase. Aerostich fits easily in either. I have a 2-piece, which is more bulky than 1-piece. My wife's (she's small) has the 1-piece Aerostich and I could get two of her suits into the Krauser. The Givi fits my suit, helmet and boots. Krauser boots an

Re: Test rode....

2000-09-02 Thread RangerJay
The GTS is a nearly ten-year-old machine. Newer bikes are faster and in many ways better. Yet none has the unique features the GTS has of course. And you'll think the Blackbird is slow once you ride a Hayabusa. Manufacturers didn't stop development once they built the GTS. But they haven't prog

Re: exhaust help needed ASAP

2000-09-01 Thread RangerJay
Boy, that hasn't happened to me since my '73 Norton Commando. In a message dated 9/1/00 5:48:37 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >my muffler fell off!

Re: MIME and GIVI (was: Re: Do I look like crap? )

2000-08-31 Thread RangerJay
Roberto, I've got the Givi rack and use the 50-liter Maxia topcase. I've found it wonderfully functional, able to hold two helmets easily. Or a helmet and full Aerostich suit. I've see the Givis used as side cases and didn't like it. They stick out further than the Krausers and the mounting lo

Re: FLUFF winter gear

2000-08-30 Thread RangerJay
Just depends. Whose tongue? Whose cheek? Could be fun, could start a fight! Eh? In a message dated 8/30/00 2:33:20 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >everything I have said has been pretty much tongue-in-cheek, I hope >you took it that way. As for Canada, I always enjoy going there when the weather

Re: Lucas

2000-08-30 Thread RangerJay
Not only are they in business, they are doing the electrics for Airbus. Many of are depend upon them for our lives when we fly. Scary, yes. But I'm pretty sure they've improved their track record. My Airbus 320 landed just fine this morning. Whew! In a message dated 8/30/00 1:02:14 PM, [EMAIL

Re: FLUFF winter gear

2000-08-29 Thread RangerJay
Funny Grant, I'm writing this from Canada. Vancouver. Beautiful here. Wish I had my bike. California has four seasons. With the beach and mountains it's often easy to see two or three of them in one day. As for many toys, I'm better California leads that one too. Big Time. And as for crowds, ev

Re: FLUFF winter gear

2000-08-29 Thread RangerJay
Why whine? Just move to California. That's what I did a year after discovering motorcycling oh those many years ago. In a message dated 8/28/00 11:32:24 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Now quit whining about how cold it gets where you are!

Re: Yamaha liter sport/tourer

2000-08-24 Thread RangerJay
A Yamaha person at Laguna Seca confirmed a sport tourer liter bike is coming. He said there would be two, one of which will come to the U.S. In a message dated 8/24/00 3:04:34 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >today's Motorcycle Daily says that a 1000cc, half faired sport-tourer >from Yamaha (calle

Re: records..(fluff)

2000-08-21 Thread RangerJay
Makes perfect sense now! In a message dated 8/21/00 5:54:11 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >as you noticed >they look like little boats. Kid learn here at school how to keep theire >balance.

Re: records..(fluff)

2000-08-20 Thread RangerJay
I never understood the thing about wooden shoes. When the dike breaks, you'll float feet up! Wouldn't wooden hats make more sense? In a message dated 8/20/00 1:58:36 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >The point is, that the part of NL I live in, is about 3 meters (15 FT?) >= >below sea level.

Re: Southwest now flys to Albany

2000-08-07 Thread RangerJay
Yeah, well, I'm married to United for a bunch of reasons and need to keep that elite status. And I've got travel vouchers for them. Flight decisions are made as late as possible. And so on Time to take this one off list I suppose. Jay

Re: GTS vs. ST1100, luggage, etc.

2000-08-06 Thread RangerJay
No flame, Shawn. Just an explanation and a defense of MOB (my other bike). In a message dated 8/6/00 10:21:32 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >the SV650S may be in the garage late this weeklet me know when >you'll be in Albany! You'll love the SV, but the saddlebags suck! Right now, I'm lookin

Re: GTS vs. ST1100, luggage, etc.

2000-08-06 Thread RangerJay
Speaking as a guy who owns both a GTS and an ST, I feel I must defend my ST. I've spoken with the guy who was involved in the original product planning for the ST. The luggage moves very intentionally, pivoting slightly on the horizontal mounting axis to maintain a better balance and center of g

gts1000.org (fluff)

2000-08-02 Thread RangerJay
Great idea! Brandon, now all you have to do is spend a few months riding around the country with your camera. I'd do it, but I gotta work. Sorry. In a message dated 8/2/00 1:13:36 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >How is it that there are only 3 or so photos at www.gts1000.org? are >you guys waitin

Re: COG in PA fluff

2000-07-31 Thread RangerJay
Wish I could, but my schedule is at the mercy of my hosts who will keep me busy from the time I'm picked up at Harrisburg airport until they drop me off about 40 hours later. But if you ride by on a GTS and see some schmuck waving frantically from one of Acura's soon-to-be-on-sale MDX SUV, it'l

COG in PA fluff

2000-07-31 Thread RangerJay
Gee, I'll be in Hershey, PA the previous week. I'll be riding a... uh... Acura. In a message dated 7/31/00 2:40:10 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >I am most likely going to host a regional rally for the Concours Owners >Group next year in Johnstown Pa. Tenative date Aug 22 - 25th.

Re: North American GTS Rally in 2001

2000-07-31 Thread RangerJay
Check the map; Southern California's not much closer. I'll be in Yellowstone briefly on business in September (Yeah, I know, great job.), but I don't like the idea of a National Park venue. For almost all of us, the big ride is on the way there. Once we get there a rest and socializing day may

Re: North American GTS Rally in 2001

2000-07-31 Thread RangerJay
My choice would be early to mid June before the vacationers hit the road. That would necessitate something a bit more southern. New Mexico or Colorado at somewhat lower elevations would still be fine. Or forget the bikes and we just meet in Hawaii. Jay

Battery supplier kudos

2000-07-29 Thread RangerJay
Just want to put on this list a "kudos" for the supplier of my latest battery. It was the battery for my ST1100 (The OE one finally died after nearly seven years.) but it's the same exact battery as the GTS. I paid $56 delivered ($48 plus $8 shipping) which was a lot less than I paid locally w

Re: Logo'd clothing

2000-07-29 Thread RangerJay
Six similar items. I'm not sure what exactly qualifies as similar. It has to do with them all requiring similar prep work. So I think most similar materials are required and I'm not even sure if they would all have to be shirts or hats or something. Good question for Linda next time someone pla

Re: Helmet & cellphone

2000-07-28 Thread RangerJay
I have no personal experience trying this but have a friend who is reasonably happy behind a fairing with a plug-in-the-ear type earphone/mic. I attempted this once and was not happy. Both J&R and Autocomm make connections, although they work with a limited number of phones. Autocomm is small a

Re: GTS vs Hayabusa (fluff, bad fluff)

2000-07-25 Thread RangerJay
Hugh, you know way too much about this. And I (and I'm pretty sure I'm speaking for most if not all of us on the list) don't need this information! In a message dated 7/24/00 3:08:57 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Herve >Villachez's penis

Re: Couple questions (Krausers again!)

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 7/21/00 2:25:47 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Why the Krausers and not two more 50L Givi's? Because I've seen the Givi's. They stick out even further than the Krausers and when you take off the bags, you're still carrying a hardware store around on your bike. When the Krause

Re: Helibar question

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
Actually, the main reason I got the Helibars was to motivate me to insert new grips with heaters underneath. I'm not enthralled with the stock grips anyway. And I don't even wanna know what grips others use. I'll pick something I like. That's a really subjective topic. In a message dated 7/21/0

Re: does size matter ? (fluffy)

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 7/21/00 1:56:24 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Does anyone on the list have different views? Yes, some are quite different.

Helibar question

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
My Helibars arrived today. I haven't even thought about installation yet, but was wondering if I can expect any complications. You guys who put 'em on, just a quick unbolt or do I need to actually think? (I hate when that happens.) Jay

Re: Couple questions (Krausers again!)

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
FYI: I put the large factory Krausers on with a Givi rack already installed. The result with my 50-liter Givi is more carrying capacity than a Gold Wing. (Yeah, it looks bulky but works great and is still fairly clean when I take it all off in just a few seconds.) To get the factory bags on wit

Re: does size matter ? (tires) Grant fluff

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 7/21/00 8:17:03 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >just how does the BT020 fit your rear anyway? Okay, on my BIKE's rear. Now add the "fluff" to your subject line, Mr. SA.

Re: does size matter ? (tires)

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 7/21/00 1:14:56 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Maybe I haven't been paying attention, but I thought that BT57's now became >BT010's and BT56's became BT020's? I just put a BT020 on my rear after the Azarro went a measely 3,600 miles. (I do ride a lot of two-up at speed, but st

Re: Cycleserve

2000-07-20 Thread RangerJay
I tried it once, a couple years ago. The only bid was from zanmot motors who did a great job and I've touted them on this list before (as have others who then tried it). In a message dated 7/18/00 3:17:11 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Has anyone tried www.cycleserve.com ?

Re: Motor Cycle Oils

2000-07-15 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 7/15/00 7:52:30 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Mobil 1 20w-50w is >the only car oil recommended by Mobil for motorcycles Those new to the list may not be aware. My GTS starter clutch was slipping and I was having problems getting the bike started. A new clutch (it's inside t

Re: Motorcycle OIL

2000-07-14 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 7/14/00 7:09:01 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Why has it taken this long to develop these "new" oils? Actually, motorcycle specific oils are now "new," they are the old oils. Changes to automotive oils now makes them ill-advised for motorcycle use. And because of the relativ

Re: Aerostich

2000-07-12 Thread RangerJay
I wear a 2-piece Roadcrafter and my wife has a 1-piece. I wanted this suit for years and finally bit the bullet and paid for one a couple years ago. This thing is tough, comfortable and convenient. It has great pockets, easy access, is made tough and has plenty of features that make it extremel

Re: heat (water wetter)

2000-07-03 Thread RangerJay
Actually, plain water is the best cooling. Problem is it boils and freezes. Water Wetter will help maybe a little, but not much. It doesn't help your system resist corrosion nor does it provide any freezing protection. It might help prevent some boil over better than water. For street use, I'd

Re: heat (water wetter) - now fluff

2000-07-03 Thread RangerJay
Ask Nicky Hayden. My money's on this kid to get the #1 plate next year, then move on to either World Superbike or MotoGP. And don't forget what happened the last time Yamaha tried to be brazen about taking over the number one spot in the m/c biz. (For those who don't remember the '80s, Honda fl

Re: heat (water wetter)

2000-07-03 Thread RangerJay
Perhaps it's not a problem for the GTS or Yamahas, but there are heavily documented issues regarding several Honda motorcycles that had pump failures on automotive antifreeze. Gold Wings in particularly are frequently affected. It's enough of a problem that I would use motorcycle anti-freeze in

Re: heat (water wetter)

2000-07-03 Thread RangerJay
There is virtually no reason to use Water Wetter (that is the brand name) on a street bike. Basically, it is used for racebikes because it's not as slippery as anti-freeze should you crash on the track and spill coolant. It has no freezing protection (when leaving my racebike at the track overn

Laguna Seca (free beer!)

2000-06-28 Thread RangerJay
Just an update. Any GTSers planning to attend World/AMA Superbike races July 8-9, let me know and I'll send you an email regarding our planned gathering. The free beer is only if you're buying. Jay

Re: Laguna Seca

2000-06-23 Thread RangerJay
Check out the track map at: http://www.laguna-seca.com/map2.htm Might give us an idea of where Bob is talking about. Bob, if you can copy that map, mark the spot and email it, I've been keeping a list of everybody who says they're attending. Jay In a message dated 6/23/00 7:02:43 AM, [EMAIL PRO

Re: Laguna Seca

2000-06-23 Thread RangerJay
Some of us have dinner commitments and I wouldn't want my GTS to miss out on the photo. (Otherwise I'll just take my ST1100, so there!) It may be tough, but I'll try scouting a location where we can either decide to move our bikes, or park in a designated spot on Sunday. Laguna Seca would make

Re: Laguna Seca

2000-06-22 Thread RangerJay
Supersaturday is a good ticket. General admission is fine too. Personally, I like the Press Credential with access to the luxury booth above the starting line. ; ) So far we've got seven GTSers who plan to be there (plus Dave Biasotti coming Sunday only). Is everyone riding a GTS? If we can fig

Re: Laguna Seca Races

2000-06-15 Thread RangerJay
How about a similar: Saturday 11:00am, Yamaha tent? Those who have 'em, wear a GTS shirt. In a message dated 6/15/00 3:03:07 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >like last year at >the Yamaha tent at 11:00 or noon.

Laguna Seca Races

2000-06-14 Thread RangerJay
How many GTSers are attending the SuperBike races July 8-9? There are always a few of us, so let's arrange some sort of get-together. -Jay

Re: OT - Digital Cameras

2000-06-13 Thread RangerJay
My main suggestion is buy one made by a camera company, not a computer company. The electronics are pretty similar, but the lens makes a difference. Beyond that, get at least 1.3 million pixels, 2.1 million if that's in your price bracket. More than that is more expensive than reasonable right n

Re: Communicators

2000-06-12 Thread RangerJay
My experience with Collett was they looked qood and seemed to be well built. But they were virtually useless due to electronic interference and feedback noises. I've heard reports of satisfied customers but would not consider them after four out of four units had such problems. The Chatterbox u

Re: Sunday Ride - Southern California

2000-06-10 Thread RangerJay
Ah well, Darren. I'm planning a rough, tough dual-sport ride next Thursday. But this won't is not Super Tenere stuff, unfortunately. We'll be on dirt-bike type dual-sports. Sell the R1 yet? -Jay

Re: Sunday Ride - Southern California

2000-06-09 Thread RangerJay
Okay, the word I was really looking for was Spaniard. Like, from Spain. In a message dated 6/9/00 1:29:58 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Spanish Guy?

Sunday Ride - Southern California

2000-06-09 Thread RangerJay
Sunday (June 11) the HSTA is having a ride to Big Bear. A friendly gathering is the basic agenda. There also will be a Spanish guy there doing a presentation about his ride around most of the world on his ST1100, which should prove interesting at worst. The organization is open to all brands an

Re: FLUFF!!! Speeding

2000-06-09 Thread RangerJay
Actually, it can be. You can be cited for a misdemeanor violation which is technically a crime. Most states call 100 mph reckless driving. It's usually reduced to a violation in court, but the idea here is to force you to get the lawyer and spend lots of money. In a message dated 6/9/00 10:35:

Re: FLUFF!!! Speeding

2000-06-09 Thread RangerJay
Unfortunately, the vagueries of our legal system leave this up to the judgement (usually poor judgement) or the arresting officer and judge. I.e. Why would going 100 mph on an empty road be a crime? Well, they don't like it and you got caught. Under some circumstances, it could be technically s

Re:copyright/here George goes again

2000-06-09 Thread RangerJay
Geez, George, you're talking so far out of school on this one, I'm finally joining in. Since my livelihood depends entirely (yes, ENTIRELY) on copyright law and rights to my creative ideas, I'll address this briefly (sorry Mike but this is an issue not strictly GTS, but has implications about a

Re: VTR 250 (turning fluffy)

2000-06-02 Thread RangerJay
Darn, I hate being wrong. Particularly when I get caught in a brain fade. Yes, Phil, yer right. VTR250s stopped being sold in this country after the 1990 model year. Yup. Uh huh. I give. (And the Kelley Blue Books gives the final year a wholesale value of about $1,800, high for a 250.) -J (

Re: VTR 250 (was Re: Florida)

2000-06-02 Thread RangerJay
Actually, it's called the Nighthawk 250 these days and is still in the line-up. In a message dated 6/2/00 7:25:53 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >As for the 1998 year--huh? >I was pretty sure these bikes have been out of production for many years, >and would guess it's a 1988 model

Re: Florida

2000-06-01 Thread RangerJay
Bob didn't find a GTS, he's looking at SELLING his GTS and getting a different brand. Now let's all chime in and discourage him. (Okay, he can buy the other bike, he just shouldn't get rid of the GTS.) In a message dated 6/1/00 2:37:59 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >where'd you find a GTS in Ga

Re: Bar snake (for sale)

2000-05-30 Thread RangerJay
All that talk about Bar Snakes had me thinking there was one lying around the house that somebody gave me. Found it. So if someone wants this thing, tell me what you think it's worth. It's the one that says on the box it's for "steel bar, part number ST1." Never used. -JK

Re: Land's End Shopping Trip

2000-05-22 Thread RangerJay
Probably a bit late since I was gone over the weekend, but just in case... Lands End GTS Touring Society Logo: 9931816K Linda Boling 800-535-3060 ext. 8119 In a message dated 05/21/2000 7:19:52 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >if anyone has the original e-mail I sent to the group regarding logo >n

Re: Lands End (Fluff wiseacre response)

2000-05-18 Thread RangerJay
You mean "mesh" shirt, not "mess" right? Seems I can get a mess for free and wouldn't want a logo on it anyway! In a message dated 05/17/2000 8:10:53 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >I can't promise to much but the >golf mess shirts are going on sale for $12...plus logo charges

Re: oh boy, not ABS again!

2000-05-16 Thread RangerJay
Your mechanic has told a hideous lie. This is the kind of statement that would have me disbelieve everything he ever says in the future, also. In a message dated 05/16/2000 9:03:28 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >One more: when I first tried the bike, I checked the rear ABS (too much >of a >wimp

Re: batteries, dead and otherwise (becoming, er became fluff)

2000-05-09 Thread RangerJay
Actually, $35 turns into about 825 miles of riding, depending upon gas prices in your area. In a message dated 05/08/2000 9:24:59 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >And even at 8%, the $35 turns into $52

Re: batteries, dead and otherwise

2000-05-06 Thread RangerJay
I don't understand. Are you suggesting carrying a spare battery? Phil's point was the extra money wisely invested would net the retail cost of a guaranteed good battery when needed. But when the battery dies somewhere on the road, having that really nice one in your garage isn't going to be of

Re: Laguna Seca!

2000-05-06 Thread RangerJay
I'm always a last-minute sort, but in all liklihood, count me and the Mrs. in. By then I'm sure to need a vacation! Jay In a message dated 05/05/2000 10:26:38 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >How many west coast GTSer's are currently planning on attending Laguna >Seca this year?

Re: battery on the shelf (gel cell redux)

2000-05-05 Thread RangerJay
We Miata owners know about gel cell batteries. They don't last any longer, but cost a bunch more. The reason in the Miata is because the battery is in the trunk, a bad place for an acid spill. No motorcycle I'm aware of ever has had a gel cell stock. There are some solid state replacements, but

Re: Mr. Koblenz in MCN!

2000-04-25 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 04/25/2000 4:51:23 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Nice write up on the 929RR!! The question I have is.How the hell did >you land that big "crossed-up" wheelie?!?!!? Man, you guys back East always get your MCN long before we do. And that wasn't me doing the wheelie, I'm af

Re: ABS cycles (lengthy and technical--delete if not interested)

2000-04-18 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 4/17/00 11:41:16 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Jay, you have no idea what I am supposed to know, and what I am not supposed to know. You are not the only one with resources... State your opinion, but, do not tell me what I am not supposed to know.. peop

Re: ABS cycles (lengthy and technical--delete if not interested)

2000-04-14 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 04/14/2000 7:21:01 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Anything that can be sold as advanced, new or better technology is spun >in the sales force as a feature. Lemme tell ya as a guy on the inside of sales brochure writing, that ain't so. Before it can be sold as a "feature" in th

Re:Moto Guzzi/Hawkins FLUFF

2000-04-14 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 04/14/2000 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >Are you questioning my viscosity? Okay, I've gotta question it: Kevin, just what is your viscosity? (Right now I'm about 200 weight.)

Re: Mailing of GTS Phone Book

2000-04-13 Thread RangerJay
It can also be easily saved to Microsoft Word. That's what I did. In a message dated 04/13/2000 11:26:52 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >I can save it in a variety of >formats.

GTS 4Sale in San Diego

2000-03-24 Thread RangerJay
Found this dealer ad if anyone is interested. BTW: I bought a TDM850 from these guys once. (I bought the GTS when I sold that.) They seemed okay. 1993 YAMAHA GTS1000-awesome performance, comfort & handling, FZR 1000 motor, very trick frame, vin #231716, House of Motorcycles, 4904 El Cajon Blvd,

Re: MityVac mighty cheap

2000-03-22 Thread RangerJay
Maybe they'll show up on eBay. I thought of doing that myself! In a message dated 03/22/2000 10:17:59 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >They're gone. I just called, it seems someone placed an order for >200 of them. Wiped out their stock.

Re: second list fluff

2000-03-21 Thread RangerJay
Well, perhaps not fluff, but personalities are a large part of at least my enjoyment of this list. There is so much cut and dried technical information to be shared. The pleasure of motorcycle riding can bleed over into other aspects and I don't mind. Just so long as it's identified. The compli

MityVac mighty cheap

2000-03-21 Thread RangerJay
For those who haven't or don't want to install those great bleeder valves, ordon't want to buy them for multiple bikes, the MityVac is supposed to be great. Well, I just ordered one because I found it for $10 (plus $5.97 shipping)! Try: http://www.actron.com/ And click on "garage sale" Discover

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