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Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 10-29-2024, 11:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 639
Posted By Sport Rider
given your mechanic background, I would think the...

given your mechanic background, I would think the unassembled bike is not going to be a problem for you. it only takes a couple hours at most to put it together. Wheels and handlebars are pretty...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 10-25-2024, 11:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,643
Posted By Sport Rider
that mpg is a far cry from what I get with my...

that mpg is a far cry from what I get with my KLR. only 43 for me. but my carb does need work sometime. just not a priority.

I wonder what type of riding he was doing though. likely very...
Forum: New Member Introductions 10-21-2024, 11:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 526
Posted By Sport Rider
the rules vary by state. one thing in common is...

the rules vary by state. one thing in common is to have an MCO which states "motorcycle" rather than "dirt bike". if you plan to buy from a dealer locally, you can check with them. if you're...
Forum: Video and Pics 10-21-2024, 11:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 580
Posted By Sport Rider
yeah, even with my stock tank I get 220 miles to...

yeah, even with my stock tank I get 220 miles to reserve. my fuel mileage is only low 40s though. but then again, my carb needs some TLC. When I was out in western NC helping deliver supplies with...
Forum: Video and Pics 10-18-2024, 12:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 580
Posted By Sport Rider
liking the KLR better, huh? ;) :D

liking the KLR better, huh? ;) :D
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 10-10-2024, 12:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,849
Posted By Sport Rider
I'm curious to understand if there is value to...

I'm curious to understand if there is value to one or the other approach. seems like from an overall gear ratio perspective they would both achieve similar speed/RPM numbers. But I wonder if the...
Forum: Ride Reports 10-01-2024, 02:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,517
Posted By Sport Rider
Great to see our bikes out in the wild! How many...

Great to see our bikes out in the wild! How many miles did you do daily? Did the bike handle it well?
Forum: Ride Reports 09-27-2024, 10:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,517
Posted By Sport Rider
cool stuff! I've actually not seen any videos...

cool stuff! I've actually not seen any videos (or in person) of our chinese 250s in ADV settings loaded with gear. I'll have to do some searching and see if I can find anything. :tup:
Forum: Ride Reports 09-26-2024, 10:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,517
Posted By Sport Rider
you might also introduce her to this couple: ...

you might also introduce her to this couple: https://www.youtube.com/@LaviandOllie

they did a RTW trip two-up on a Vstrom, but recently she started riding her own bike. They are in the process...
Forum: Ride Reports 09-26-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,517
Posted By Sport Rider
You might want to check out the Smokey Mountain...

You might want to check out the Smokey Mountain 500 track. it covers eastern TN, western NC and North GA. you wouldn't have to do all of it, but would help to identify some good day rides near you....
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-25-2024, 05:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,009
Posted By Sport Rider
IIRC, you should stay away from TX Powersports. ...

IIRC, you should stay away from TX Powersports. I believe that's a "Manny" company and not to be trusted. someone correct me if I'm wrong. As mentioned above check with Venom Motorsports if you...
Forum: Ride Reports 09-25-2024, 05:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,517
Posted By Sport Rider
You definitely should, even if just a small...

You definitely should, even if just a small portion of it. As I understand they continue to build on the TAT, trying to make it into a loop around the country.

There's a part near me here in NC,...
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-24-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,009
Posted By Sport Rider
Check with the License Bureau folks about any...

Check with the License Bureau folks about any bike you're interested in. my first Hawk I bought back in 2016 was a problem to get registered. I ended up registering it in SD to get around the...
Forum: Ride Reports 09-24-2024, 09:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,517
Posted By Sport Rider
some crazy dudes have done the TAT end to end on...

some crazy dudes have done the TAT end to end on a Honda Trail 125. I gotta think the KPX would be a better ride than that. They may have had to alter their route a bit though as I believe some of...
Forum: Adventure Bikes 09-18-2024, 11:11 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,643
Posted By Sport Rider
Here in my area I'm seeing the Himalayan selling...

Here in my area I'm seeing the Himalayan selling for 5799. as it's a dealer, I'm assuming that does not include freight/setup.

no actual prices on the MCM yet but the web site says 6499 plus...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 09-18-2024, 10:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,239
Posted By Sport Rider
5, but 6 would be ok too.

5, but 6 would be ok too.
Forum: Adventure Bikes 09-17-2024, 11:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,643
Posted By Sport Rider
I swapped the sprocket on my KLR because I was...

I swapped the sprocket on my KLR because I was using it to commute to work on the interstates. the downside is the gearing isn't as good for slow speed work. the only option I see is to take extra...
Forum: Other Brands 09-16-2024, 09:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 875
Posted By Sport Rider
just put some heavier treads on that ST and...

just put some heavier treads on that ST and she'll pull stumps out! :D
Forum: Adventure Bikes 09-16-2024, 09:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,643
Posted By Sport Rider
reviews I've seen so far put the CFM slightly...

reviews I've seen so far put the CFM slightly ahead of the Himi 452. although most are saying you couldn't go wrong with either one.

At this point though, I'm sticking with my KLR. my gen 1 has...
Forum: Other Brands 09-16-2024, 01:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 875
Posted By Sport Rider
Work Day At The House

Got all the equipment involved!
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-12-2024, 10:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,058
Posted By Sport Rider
sounds like you did as much analysis as I did. ...

sounds like you did as much analysis as I did. I'm a spreadsheet nut and over-think everything. :D

Any of them you choose will do fine for your needs. As for that eventual TAT (my goal as...
Forum: Video and Pics 09-12-2024, 10:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,588
Posted By Sport Rider
I did a search when you posted this thread. I...

I did a search when you posted this thread. I found a covered bridge which is actually in the town just south of me. I never knew it was there. I'll get down there sometime soon for a pic.
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 09-09-2024, 02:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,021
Posted By Sport Rider
go with the X. unless you're really expert with...

go with the X. unless you're really expert with off-roading, you wouldn't realize any difference between the 5 or 6 speed. keep in mind that you can also change the sprockets to accomplish...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 09-09-2024, 02:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,016
Posted By Sport Rider
any specific details? type of bike? Street...

any specific details? type of bike? Street legal?
Forum: New Member Introductions 09-06-2024, 12:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,058
Posted By Sport Rider
This templar with a 6 speed zong motor would be a...

This templar with a 6 speed zong motor would be a good option.
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