Panjandrum
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Rick, You have way too much time on your hands. You have way too many hobbies? You have way too many ex-wives!
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Steve (Local Instructor at Road Craft Academy ) is pretty decent on what is ALMOST a proper bike! [ame] [/ame]
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Has anyone ever ridden a sport touring bike??
Panjandrum replied to we2riders's topic in Watering Hole
I rode a Honda ST1100 before the Venture, and loved it. The ST is powerful and nimble in the twisties. I did several camping trips on it, both solo and two up. The ST is certainly not as comfortable for the passenger as the Venture is, and the ST is a little more difficult for a passenger with stiff jpoints to get onto. With a back rest, however, she was still happy to ride on the back. I would sometimes find myself taking too much weight on my arms, which could lead to some discomfort. However, I learned I could sit back a little, and take the weight off my arms. I thought about putting a riser on the handle-bars, but never did. A sport tourer is definately a different riding experience from the Venture. The Venture is comfortable for long distances... luxurious. It is a matter of personal choice whether you want to drive a cadillac or a sports car. Each have their advantages. Ideally, you own both! BTW, I sold the ST1100 to a friend, who has just been diagnosed with ALS. He needs to sell it CHEAP! PM me if you are interested! -
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My daughter just posted this on my Facebook page: \
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Not necessarily TOO close or TOO fast, but certainly VERY! Somehow, the term "Wild man" conjures up someone with hair, so I cannot be implying that.
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So that's where you get your riding tips?
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Well, that's weird. When I counted them in the field, there were 13. Three seem to have disappeared somewhere in the camera. Your tug can be towing anything ... or nothing. A self-propelled barge does NOT count.
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I found a non-rainy day, and uncovered the bike to kill two birds with one trip. I don't get any extra points for having an exciting breed, but there are more than ten, they are grazing in a field, and I did not have to tip-toe through the cow-pats to get the picture. You can just see the top of my head in the mirror. There was a field of Llamas, but I wasn't sure if they qualified as cattle, and stopping was tough because of traffic. The other "bird" was for the Coast Riders' Scavenger hunt, where the target set was: You, your bike, and Santa. Posted below, just for fun. And the next target is: You, your bike, and a tug-boat on the water. (The tug must be on the water. You do not have to float your bike!) May be a tough one for prairie dwellers, but the chances of there being no snow are higher on the coast!
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Nice cross, Joe! And you were able to post the picture. Well done! So... what is considered "Off Colour"? Anything but red? Or must it be rude?
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Thanks for posting this, Rick. And welcome to the Coast Riders! I have beena member since 2003, when, as a novice rider, I hooked up with a group on the road. I have served for two years as Club President. I would never have learned so much about riding or explored so many new roads without the Club.
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All or any of the above, depending on my mood and the neighbourhood I am in.
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Incredible example of CGI engineering brilliance. It is called "Resonant Chamber" About four minutes of music played on an instrument that will take at least that long to appreciate. You may not want it to stop. Even without music the movement of this creation is riveting. Turn up your sound and try it! http://www.youtube.com/embed/XlyCLbt3Thk?rel=0
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My passenger (pillion) is up there in the weight department, and has joint issues, so she lacks flexibility and agility. When she is not riding her own V-Star, she gets on the Venture first with the kick-stand down and the engine off. Then I get on, start her up... and away! Never had a problem bringing the bike up from the kick stand. Getting off... reverse process: Stand down, me off, her off. I do ensure that the bike is parked on the flat, so it is not leaning excessively to the left and nor is it too upright. It is amasing the punishment that kick stand can take!
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Don, for the pictures, click on the paper clip (attachments), and upload the files from your computer. Presto! They appear!!! Do they have to lop big cacti off power lines? That would be good for desert dwellers and definately weird.
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You got it, Don, and to you go the spoils of picking the next target. Absolutely no complaints about a sunny ride into Vancouver and around Stanley Park for the first time this year! I do live in a beautiful part of the world.
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Found one! Weather looks good for a ride tomorrow to get it!
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FINALLY< A Harley With Enough "Engine" to Keep Up With A Venture!
Panjandrum replied to skydoc_17's topic in Watering Hole
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Cute ducky! What's next? I can ride today!
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And that is why I no longer do charity rides!
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The article says: After the car [with the deerdeter] is gone, the animal is free to continue its journey across the road. ...IN FRONT OF THE BIKE FOLLOWING THE CAR! THANKS, DUDE!
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As I sit sipping my morning capuccino, I wonder where I put my drip coffee machine. Love espresso, made one cup at a time. As a proud Canadian, I will put in a vote for Tim Hortons. The only problem with their coffee is those do'nuts they sell! mmmmmmmmmm.... apple fritter!
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Did I make it? Just burned a tank of gas while the weather's fine to get this pic. If I qualify, the next target is: You, your bike, and an unusual crossing sign (ducks, moose, tractors, etc.)
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If we have a wet winter, your bike will be unrecognizable, and significantly heavier come spring. Now I understand why you moved to the Gold-Wing... LOADS of bling and safety chrome available for the Wing!
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After my bike was hit by a blind truck driver, August 11 (See thread: http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=72484 ), I contacted my insurance company took the bike to the dealer for estimates on the damage. I immediately ordered a side stand, which arrived in a few days and was quickly replaced. On September 18th, the parts were in, and I delivered the bike for the parts to be replaced (Front fender, front lower fork, wind deflectors, passing light bar). First thing on the 19th, I was informed that the label on the fork package indicated the correct part, but the contents were not as advertised. This was not discovered until AFTER the bike had been taken apart. A new fork would be ordered RUSH, but it would be coming from Japan. Should be in by Friday, 28th September. (10 days to ship by air across the Pacific?) Friday, checked for the part... should be in later. "Please let me know either way!" Dealer didn't call, so I phoned on Saturday. "I don't think it came in" he says. Why didn't he KNOW? He did call back, and said that Toronto told him it would be in on Tuesday. Tuesday noon: The part is still not there. Toronto says it's in transit. Should be there tomorrow. Got the call at lunch time that the bike was ready. Great... job done, and I am thrilled to have her back with a forecast of at least seven days perfect riding weather ahead. (Big advantage to being unemployed! ... the ONLY advantage). My confusion: why would a rush item shipped from Japan to Vancouver (Port Moody) have to go through Toronto?