| Author | Message | ||
     Caboose |
Hey...I saw you and Lornce as I drove through Campbellville (around 3:00) with the wife and kids yesterday. Where did you guys end up? | ||
| Oddbawl |
Coffee in Campbellville, coffee in Belfountain, then coffee in Campbellville on the way home BUUZZZZZZZZZZ! What's yer schedule like? Weather looks passable tomorrow. | ||
| Caboose |
I'm now offically retired.....if I can get a sitter for my kids I can ride. I made the mistake of removing the plate from my X1 (put it on my Roadstar) so I need to safety my Buell to get it back on the road. I'm gonna do it ASAP as I have plans for the bike next year. If you don't mind...that would be following...a trail of sparks (or wait up for me) in the twisties, I'm up for a ride. (Message edited by Caboose on October 24, 2004) | ||
| Oddbawl |
I don't think you need a safety if the ownership hasn't changed. | ||
| Oddbawl  |
Anybody out there? Bike show this weekend, anybody goin? | ||
| Lornce  |
There's gonna be a few of us meeting early in the afternoon Saturday. Pack as many bodies into as few cars as possible. Also talk of an Airhead's Barley Therapy in T'rono Friday night. If Steve drives I'll prolly pile in on that, too. How about you? | ||
| Caboose  |
So what did you guys think of the bike show. I was there Sunday afternoon and fell in love with that BMW K1200. A close second being the Ducati ST4. Time to sell my "Land Yacht". The wife has a touch of bike fever aswell, liking the F650CS and on the other end of the spectrum, the H-D Lowrider. Could be an expensive spring??!! | ||
| Caboose |
After the show I had a moment of motorcycle clarity. I see my mototrcycling future and it does not include a cruiser. My 2003 Yamaha Road Star is listed in todays "Bike, Boat, & RV Trader". If anyone is interested, or know someone who might be, its got 5800km on it and the selling price is $11500.  Its been a while since I've sold a bike privately. Do I need to get a "used vehicle package" or does that invlove only cars & trucks??? | ||
| 99x1  |
Hey SOBs; I bought a bunch of X1 parts in the last couple of months - FI throttle body, injectors, ECM, fuel pump, pressure regulator, level switch, rear shock ('98 S3 I think), 2000 exhaust header, O2 sensor, throttle position sensor, most of the electrical stuff. If you have to troubleshoot an X1..... Most of the stuff came from McKay Cycle Creations, he buys Buells and makes custom bikes - saw a neat one on Tuesday, a custom framed Buell for a midget (with a 14" inseam).... | ||
| Caboose |
Hey guys...I just bought a Miller TIG welder. Its been a while for me, but I used to be a Plate-fitter/Welder in the maintenance dept of Stelco. I've still got the "touch", if you guys need anything welded up...lemme know! | ||
| Oddbawl |
What did the TIG cost ya? I've been considering gettin one. | ||
| Caboose |
It cost $1800. The model is "EconoTig", it comes in a kit with everything you need (except Argon gas) to start welding. | ||
| Caboose |
Here it is, first project with my new welder. Almost complete...just need to fab up a wheel chock and I've got a motorcycle table lift.     | ||
| 98s3sns |
Nice work! New here well not very new but only lurking to learn as much as I can.I own a 98S3 and love it to death!I'm located in T.O. and hope to get a list of parts from the HD dealership on Front street.They have a new parts manager that seems not to have his head up his ....Just thought I'd let you know so that I may be of some help. Thanks Shawn | ||
| Lornce |
Jay, That stand looks good. Wow, professional quality. Sean, We've got another S.O.B. in Toronto who rides an S3T. Brett's with Metro's finest. Brett, you out there? '98 S3's are sweet.  We need to plan a group ride for the rites of spring! Lornce | ||
| 98s3sns |
I'd be into that Lornce,I'm sure Metros finest would be the Fire Dept? ha ha.Would you happen to know somewhere that is reasonably priced to get some work done on my S3 and knows Buells.Thanks Shawn | ||
| Lornce |
Shawn, What do you need to do to your S3? I may know someone.... Lawrence | ||
| 98s3sns |
Lornce,there are a few things that need to be done. New tires to install,updated primary chain tensioner to install,detent plate,newer polished header to put on and I guess a maintenance check.The S3 has 16,000KM on it.Bought this from Pete's sales in Pembroke with 4,800km in Mar 2003.Few things I can do just lack the tools and confidence.Thanks Shawn | ||
| Newfie_buell |
Hey Caboose, Don't suppose you would like to share the measurements on that thing????? | ||
| Caboose |
Quite simple to build really. You can use any dimensions, mine is 30 inches wide, eight feet long, with a max lift height of 30 inches. If your interested I can send you some more detailed photo's and a material list. | ||
| Lornce |
Oi lads, looks like some of us may be getting together for a pint and a natter later this evening. Hess Village's Irish pub The Caleigh House is the likely crime scene. It's been a long winter, boys. We need to get caught up. My # (289)887-1734 Shawn, we could talk about getting your S3 properly sorted out. John, there's this cardboard box in my livingroom you may be interested in.... cheers lads, Lornce  | ||
| Oddbawl |
I fear it's gonna get worse before it gets better tonight, which is good cause I'm dyin fer a pint o' worse.... | ||
| Kahuna |
its been ages boys! and it wont be long before the weather starts cooperating  what i'm dyin fer is a RIDE! man, cabin fever is in high gear... til our first rumble through hockley, happy spring!  | ||
| 98s3sns |
Cabin fever has taken over! Lorence thanks for the # I'll try and get you on the phone soon.Hope you guys enjoyed last night! I happened to sup back far to many Guinness & Jamesons Thurs. night.Then out to the Toronto Rock game last night now on tap is a recovery Sat. and then off to my buddies tonight.Sooner or later I'll grow up!  | ||
| Lornce |
Ha ha good pic, K. Apart from Aaron firing up his race piped S1 at 03:00 the evening was a total win win. I gotta call the Vatican and recommend Tina be sainted. L | ||
| Oddbawl |
I have no recollection of any such event. You must be making this up, though I did get a dirty look from the neighbour this aft, no sense of humour man. Final score: The Axis of Evil (Bushmills, Maker's Mark, Guinness and others I can't recall) 1, Aaron 0, a truly glorious defeat. Anyway, gotta get back into the dog house... | ||
| Newfie_buell |
Was that 3:00am!!!!! I usually start up the S1 with the V&H Pipe when the neighbors drummer kid starts beating the skin late at night. Kinda drowns out the whole neighborhood. | ||
| Oddbawl |
Well, I'm allowed out in public again... temp's gonna be over 12c this week we should start looking to pull somethin together. Who's in? The streets have been too safe for too long... | ||
| Caboose |
Anyone know were I can pick up a shock for my 2001 X1? Last year at Cayuga it blew up...or should I say blew out...and I need a replacement ASAP. These guys can make me a custom one... http://www.stadiumsuspension.com/en/routiere.html ...I'm not sure of the cost. What's an OEM one worth? The mighty X1 is tearing up the road this year! It sure feels good. Everyone still have their Buell's??? | ||
| 99x1 |
I bought a shock off eBay last year to have a spare - it is the new style Showa (the seller wasn't sure if it is from a 2000 X1 or a 2000 S3 - the only difference is the spring?). I also have a complete throttle body assembly (TPS, injectors), 2000 stock ECM, ignition coil, cam position sensor, master cylinder rebuild kit, stock 2000 X1 header. If you want the shock while you look at your options, or if you ever need some parts for troubleshooting.... John  |
