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9 Hours Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread Ride / Events 2021 in Motorcycle Ride & Event Planning

A couple rides I'm interested in: North central New Mexico around the Taos, Santa Fe area and if the border gets opened, I love to do the Ice Field...

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9 Hours Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread 800GT Side Stand Strength in F800GT Discussion

Appreciate the discussion and ageing stories of encouragement. A hip surgery has affected my range of motion, so getting on the bike when the rear...

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4 Days Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread 800GT Side Stand Strength in F800GT Discussion

I had some time to work on this Sunday, so I'll pass along the results. It seems this was probably not necessary, but last fall while bush camping...

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4 Days Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread Just purchased 2013 f800gsa and looking for set up tips in New F800 (and F650GS Twin!) Owner Introductions

Welcome and best of luck with the new GS. Lots of good info. here, so I'm sure you'll be set for March.

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6 Days Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread 2020 new Motorcycle sales analysis in Motorcycle News, Views, and Reviews

On the bright side. Maybe we haven't had an American contender MotoGP rider for a few years, but the USA is doing well at Dakar in quads and lights....

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6 Days Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread FBI raids Ducati's N.A. HQ in Motorcycle News, Views, and Reviews

An FBI tactical raid, seems a little crazy. I agree that the desert sled is a dangerous and deadly weapon, but really, isn't there anything more...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread 800GT Side Stand Strength in F800GT Discussion

This is exactly how I get on and off. Just like getting on a horse. The side stand seems pretty good if everything is level and I'm able to do this...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 started a thread 800GT Side Stand Strength in F800GT Discussion

One thing I plan to look at this winter is the strength of my 800GT side stand. Because of hip issues, I've needed to start stepping onto the foot...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread Moving into Adventure Riding in New F800 (and F650GS Twin!) Owner Introductions

Welcome to the group. The Fxxgs sure seems to be a great do all bike, sorta looked at them myself. Tell us where you are from/riding around, you...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread Time to replace the original battery? in F800GT Discussion

Thanks for the info.. I'm planning to go with lithium on my Buell when its battery starts to go again. So much lighter and now with technology...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread St engine noise in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Welcome TOPDOG and happy to see you're back riding again, a CB750...I remember those days. I agree with the others, I wouldn't assume the worst and...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread 2020 new Motorcycle sales analysis in Motorcycle News, Views, and Reviews

His US comments seem to be correct. ATV and UTV vehicles get way more floor space than 2 wheeled bikes around the rural Eastern Washington...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread Just bought a 2007 F800S with 4200kms (2600miles) from new!!! in F800S & F800ST Discussion

Welcome to the group and congratulations on the new ride, sounds like you found a nice one. I have a 2013 F800GT and have come to learn the oil level...

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1 Week Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread Time to replace the original battery? in F800GT Discussion

In my experience, motorcycle batteries are one of those items that "you get what you pay for" really applies. If you store or don't ride for longer...

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2 Weeks Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread New to forum in New F800 (and F650GS Twin!) Owner Introductions

Welcome from the other side of the country. Happy to hear from ya.... Roger That! more cowbell for 2021

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2 Weeks Ago

XR1000 replied to a thread New from IDF with F800R in New F800 (and F650GS Twin!) Owner Introductions

Welcome to the group, great to hear from other riders around the world. I hear so many good things about the roads and towns in France. Also,...

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