Washed it, other then that I didn't do anything for it, other then take it down to the dealer for its 36000k service in preparation of a 350k trip to my new house in Lithgow. Then took it for a quick 20 minute jaunt to a mates place. Doesn't get out of town as much as it should.

I then noticed that some kids have been doing my job for me, peeling the stickers off the fairing bit by bit. I might tie my dogs up next to it tomorrow and see if more sticker disappears...

Yesterday, I installed my new, cutting edge SatNav system so I could ride Taarna to a job interview. I've got to say, the system is fantastic; it wirelessly syncs with Google Maps data and the display is super easy to read. Then I rode the 50 miles round trip and cleaned/lubed the chain when I got home.

Got a call this morning, and I got the job, which means I can afford to replace my fork springs and install stainless brake lines. 

Quote from: BockinBboy on September 27, 2012, 06:15:23 AM

Quote from: ThatOtherGuy on September 27, 2012, 12:32:02 AM
Inspired by adidasguy's video of Vashon, I decided to do a run over some close by roads to show the local roads I have.  Was testing some new bars on the Bandit and their setup so not the fastest run (ties into the what I did for my bike theme of the thread).

First video is Bunya Rd, this is on the other side of the forest I live near, I used to ride the forest trails MTBing until injury stopped me riding bikes.  We (wife and I) bought the house because of its location to good MTB riding for me.  Plus the roads are also good road riding (cycling).  Now I enjoy them all on the moto's.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vy9Bc3AaWYA

Second video also has MTB (XC and DH) and road riding applications, Clear Mtn, its about 2 minutes further on from the end of Bunya Rd.  Rides are steep and can get slippery for the unwary, one of the few places where when riding the road bike I would get rear wheel spins when pedaling.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UWp4H9DDaY

Every time a vehicle came around a turn, I automaticallly braced myself for a collision - You guys are on the 'wrong' side of the road!   

This makes me think though, do you guys participate in the 'rider's wave' over there?  I noticed of the single rider you passed, no wave from either.  But you were on twisty roads, so I might now have in that situation either... Just wondering about this because to achieve the 'same' wave over there you would use your throttle hand, unless you lift your left hand up and across... but then you lose the 'cool' factor.  Or you guys just inherently don't participate in it because of this opposite side of the road stuff?

- Bboy

I cannot remember if those riders acknowledged me, but we basically either nod our heads or a flick to side to ackowledge other riders.  Not all do it, but most do.  Occasionally a rider will give a wave of either left or right hand, I will also give a thumbs up either hand to acknowledge something important, clutching the bike if its right hand so I keep rolling.  The other two signals we'll see is a waving of the arm in an up/down motion to signal slow down hazard ahead and of course a twirling of the index finger to indicate a police presence.  This list is a handy one to know:

Tongue planted firmly in cheek off course for most of them.

Drove around the local college campus checking out the woman.

Quote from: ThatOtherGuy on September 27, 2012, 03:08:06 PM

Quote from: BockinBboy on September 27, 2012, 06:15:23 AM

Quote from: ThatOtherGuy on September 27, 2012, 12:32:02 AM
Inspired by adidasguy's video of Vashon, I decided to do a run over some close by roads to show the local roads I have.  Was testing some new bars on the Bandit and their setup so not the fastest run (ties into the what I did for my bike theme of the thread).

First video is Bunya Rd, this is on the other side of the forest I live near, I used to ride the forest trails MTBing until injury stopped me riding bikes.  We (wife and I) bought the house because of its location to good MTB riding for me.  Plus the roads are also good road riding (cycling).  Now I enjoy them all on the moto's.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vy9Bc3AaWYA

Second video also has MTB (XC and DH) and road riding applications, Clear Mtn, its about 2 minutes further on from the end of Bunya Rd.  Rides are steep and can get slippery for the unwary, one of the few places where when riding the road bike I would get rear wheel spins when pedaling.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UWp4H9DDaY

Every time a vehicle came around a turn, I automaticallly braced myself for a collision - You guys are on the 'wrong' side of the road!   

This makes me think though, do you guys participate in the 'rider's wave' over there?  I noticed of the single rider you passed, no wave from either.  But you were on twisty roads, so I might now have in that situation either... Just wondering about this because to achieve the 'same' wave over there you would use your throttle hand, unless you lift your left hand up and across... but then you lose the 'cool' factor.  Or you guys just inherently don't participate in it because of this opposite side of the road stuff?

- Bboy

I cannot remember if those riders acknowledged me, but we basically either nod our heads or a flick to side to ackowledge other riders.  Not all do it, but most do.  Occasionally a rider will give a wave of either left or right hand, I will also give a thumbs up either hand to acknowledge something important, clutching the bike if its right hand so I keep rolling.  The other two signals we'll see is a waving of the arm in an up/down motion to signal slow down hazard ahead and of course a twirling of the index finger to indicate a police presence.  This list is a handy one to know:

Tongue planted firmly in cheek off course for most of them.

That's what I loved about riding in Europe/UK. 90% of people did the nod in the UK, or the left hand wave in Europe. Even had pillions giving me a wave when the rider didn't/couldn't.

Installed blue LED cluster lights. I used one of my cop buddies radar to make sure spedo was still reading accurate.

Tonight I installed my SV650 shock.  From the time I opened the box it came in to the time I started up the bike to take it for a test ride it was about 2.5 hours.  That included going into the machine shop at work and hacking the lower bracket apart.  I won't be able to say for certain until I pair this with the .90 Sonic Springs that are on their way to me whether this was a good upgrade or great.  So far i'm quite happy.  The only thing I don't like is that with the rear end raked up so high, it feels like i'm really getting pushed towards the tank.  Would love to do some work on the fit of the seat.  Compared to my FZ6R, which has a very sport-touring stance,  this bike with the high tail and clubmans puts a fair amount of weight on your wrists.  Just something to adjust to.


Also, pulling this thing apart again led me to a question:  Is it possible to access the tank petcock valve with the tank mounted?  I haven't figured out a way, but a smarter man than myself might be able to figure it out.

Brian

Quote from: gilkeyb on September 28, 2012, 05:25:17 PM
Also, pulling this thing apart again led me to a question:  Is it possible to access the tank petcock valve with the tank mounted?  I haven't figured out a way, but a smarter man than myself might be able to figure it out

Install the tank Petcock facing the opposite direction... Otherwise you still have to lift the tank slightly to get a long screwdriver in there.

-Bboy

Rode to work, and notice that the bike is starting to crank S-L-O-W.  Bet the battery is starting to go. It's a 2009, and 3 years old.

Been looking at Shorai batteries.  No Wal-Mart Everstart for me.  It's Interstate in cages, and Yuasa or Shorai in bikes.  NEVER buy a cheap battery unless you want to be stranded.

Quote from: jestercinti on September 28, 2012, 06:40:41 PM
Rode to work, and notice that the bike is starting to crank S-L-O-W.  Bet the battery is starting to go. It's a 2009, and 3 years old.

Been looking at Shorai batteries.  No Wal-Mart Everstart for me.  It's Interstate in cages, and Yuasa or Shorai in bikes.  NEVER buy a cheap battery unless you want to be stranded.

who cares about a bike battery... mines been half dead for months... quick push jump on and throw it into first and vroom... lol

 While I'm waiting for Buddha to get my carbs done, I figured I'd throw the clubmans on. I love the way they look, let's hope they ride just the same:

Quote from: jestercinti on September 28, 2012, 06:40:41 PM
Rode to work, and notice that the bike is starting to crank S-L-O-W.  Bet the battery is starting to go. It's a 2009, and 3 years old.

Been looking at Shorai batteries.  No Wal-Mart Everstart for me.  It's Interstate in cages, and Yuasa or Shorai in bikes.  NEVER buy a cheap battery unless you want to be stranded.

Mine's put on over 58,000 kms. Ran it flat once (no riding for three weeks on it due to rain. Checked and found the fluid low. Topped up, recharged, no problems since. It had previously (6 months or so) also started to crank slower. Checked fluid - low. Topped up and took it for a spin and all was good again.

So try that.... top up fluid and see if that changes anything.

Michael

I had a good ride today. 260 miles. Got 70 mpg. Those Brisk plugs took my average mileage from just under 65 to right about 70. Kind of embarrasses those with BMW or Yamaha with their poor mileage and small gas tanks. When I said I get 70 and my tank is a little over 5 gallons they were a little jealous. I can go 300 miles where some of them have to fill up at 150 miles.

A couple strangers walked up to me where we had lunch and wanted to talk about the GS500 because they were looking to get one. Also got complements on Suzi from some of the others in our group. Never ever any reason to feel embarrassed about riding a GS500! I ride my GS500's with PRIDE!

(Click on image to see full size. And at full size, you can right click and save to your computer)

The group at Deception Pass. That's Whidby Island on the far side of the bridge in the back/left of the photo.


Me and Suzi


On the ferry ride from Whidby Island back to the mainland. We took the ferry for part of the end of  teh ride rather than ride all the way because the ferry is fun and very relaxing.

After a small hiatus , I finally got it running again. Replaced the K&L float needles and seats with new OEM ones, made a couple adjustments, and the float heights are spot on. Tomorrow I'll be putting the airbox back in (w/ new boots) and taking it for a quick test ride.

"Installed" custom decal and blue LED parking light. I also watched an Adidas guy video on removing exhaust.

Installed my R6 shock Sunday night.  Had to remove the tank and airbox, and it all went smooth thanks to all the guidance found on the forum.

New R6 shock (with 1k miles) Before Install:


After Install:




Old Stock Shock (with 5k miles):


- Bboy

I made a camera mount using the guide from the wiki - with my own slight modification of course.

Before Paint:




After Paint:




Also...

New Sonic Springs came in the mail!


- Bboy

Camera Mount looks sweet. This thread should be a sticky

After serving in the Middle East for the past 3 months I arrived home today and took her for a ride
Gosh it's good to be home in the land of gumtrees, wattle, bottle brush, magpies and kangaroos

I'm sure whatever you saw over seas was never as bad as the drop bears that were waiting back home...

- Bboy