| Author | Message | ||
     Hughlysses |
Weird, I've been looking at a couple of places in Sparta North Carolina. <grin> That's not that far from your place according to Google maps. I was looking for something with elevation due to my Astrophotography hobby and of course price. Smokedaddy & Jerry, My sister-in-law and her husband live close to there near Ennice, NC. They're only a couple of miles off the Blue Ridge Parkway and have been there about 10 years now. We visit at least once a year; I've ridden through Sparta a few times. Summers are unbelievably great; winter can evidently be pretty brutal. VERY windy are with a good bit of snow. From what they say it's a GREAT place to live for 3 seasons and it's tolerable for the winter. They tend to do their vacationing during the winter so they can spend time someplace warmer. They do really love living there though. BTW, that area is the very oldest section of the BRP, where it was first started. | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
BTW, that area is the very oldest section of the BRP, where it was first started. Hugh, funny you should mention that. i took these pix last weekend:   the NC/VA border is literally just around the corner in the first pic.  FB | ||
| Ccryder |
Somewhere I have a picture of my ST with that sign. Fine roads and fine people. FB, we will be in Asheville and points North and West starting next weekend for STAR 07. Maybe we could meet up and kick some tires, I think I owe you a cold one or three ;+}. Give me a shout or drop me a line. Neil S. | ||
| Hughlysses |
Jerry, Cool shots. My sister-in-law's husband used to volunteer part time for the National Parks Service helping maintain things along the BRP. He pointed out that the stone walls on that section of the Parkway are laid without mortar. He HIGHLY recommends avoiding these walls on sunny days because rattlesnakes are notorious for crawling up into the cracks to rest.  | ||
| Smokedaddy |
Thanks Blake ... | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
FB, we will be in Asheville and points North and West starting next weekend for STAR 07. Maybe we could meet up and kick some tires, I think I owe you a cold one or three. Neil, it'd be good to finally meet you! how far "north" will you be? ...He HIGHLY recommends avoiding these walls on sunny days because rattlesnakes are notorious for crawling up into the cracks to rest. good to know, Hugh, thx for the advice. | ||
| Smokedaddy |
Jerry, Thanks for the help and the offer. I am in no hurry at the moment as the market in Phoenix absolutely sucks and I am in a prime area. I do have 2 real estate places sending me information in the mail now and then. I should of said that I am in the looking, dreaming and wishing mode. However, if you are ever in the Sparta neighborhood I would really appreciate it if you would send me some pictures (as you see it). Cheers, -SD: | ||
| Jerry_haughton |
However, if you are ever in the Sparta neighborhood I would really appreciate it if you would send me some pictures (as you see it). can do, will do. FB | ||
| Buellgatti |
Friends I have a chance to buy a Westwind, I like the look of the bike. I currently own a S2.. any comments from you ? Thanks Jim | ||
| Blake |
A true classic and a piece of hand-made Buell history, that'll be a joy to ride and show off. Go for it! | ||
| Jsunstar |
im, looking for a reasonable rate to ship a motor. anyone ship one lately? going from florida to california. forward air was over 350.00 looking for something more economical... thanks | ||
| Sparky |
There's a great feature article by Steve Natt in July's Motorcycle Consumer News about "How to Win Friends and Influence Sales" centered around an enthusiastic Buell dealer's perspective. When the general manager and sales manager get together to not just talk but to make happen track day events, we all should listen up and learn. THIS IS HOW IT SHOULD BE DONE!!! Give thanks to Mario, Ernie, Glendale (Ca.) HD/Buell and Hypercycle track day organizers for having the balls to pull this stuff off, lawyers be damned (figuratively?), and share a fun day in the life of a Buell club's track day at Willow Springs. It's a good informative read. | ||
| Cityxslicker |
Now if we just had a track in our back yard. Damn the local legislature.  | ||
| Rex |
Hoooorray for the Red, White, and Blue..... Tentative Agenda for American Sport Bike Night, July 2nd, 2007. 5 pm. Meet and hang banners. 5:30pm. Meet and greet. Hand out door prize tickets, order food, Oogle over the bikes. 6 pm. Meeting starts. Welcome everyone. Recognize new attendees, Suppliers, Dealers, Press. Recap of last months events. Kevin Smith, AFM Racing, Uly Adventure Rider/ Fuell Magazine article. Homecoming this week, July 5-7, Buell Factory. Laguna Seca. July 20-22nd. Cannery Row, and Moto GP Bonneville Coming up in September. Time to reserve your room August is British Bike Night. Bring your Tea and Crumpets. Share with others. Americansportbikenight.net. Use this site for getting details on our meetings, and also for the local Bay Area forum discussions. We now have our own local forums. September is Italian Bike Night. October is Bonneville Report Night. November is BMW and apparel night. December is our Anniversary night. 9 years, going on 10. Al Lighton from American Sport Bike will be here. Door Prize Drawing. Dismiss, Kick Tires, Clean up/ Pack up. http://www.americansportbikenight.net | ||
| Mikej |
You folks have been busy.   | ||
| Jammin_joules |
1098 Ducati superbike -vs- Buell XB12STT; an opinion I found http://verlenelson.com/difference/ Joules ridin' ~jammer | ||
| Jackbequick |
Well said Verle! Jack | ||
| Court |
Nice | ||
| Pdxs3t |
Ferris.... Show off! | ||
| Bluzm2 |
Very nice! BTW, I'm home with the librarian.... | ||
| Roadsurfr |
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| Gary_uk |
Hi Guys, Has anyone got a spare rear axle with spacers for an X-1 or M-2 or know of anyone etc? Have managed to source an ali swinger for my S-1 but cannot find an axle or spacers anywhere. Any help appreciated. cheers. Gary_UK (Message edited by gary_uk on July 17, 2007) | ||
| Gary_uk |
How about this or maybe some XB lights?  | ||
| Wile_ecoyote |
Could always do you own thing with some small projector beams. | ||
| Ray_maines |
What a great looking S1 above! The two small headlights are perfect. <<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>> Can someone please tell me exactly where in Manhattan the 83 year old steam conduit exploded on Wednesday? | ||
| Charlieboy6649 |
I can't believe I got the time off! I'm in San Jose! Laguna Seca! Woot woot! I'm on my phone and can't surf very well. Could someone in the know tell me which thread has the meetups/goings on? Thanks... 210-4518 | ||
| Firemanjim |
Charley,alot of folks arriving tomorrow,Al and Co.Terry and I. I know Bob G and his crew are there at Motel 6 on Reservation RD. Will be heading down in the AM breakfast in Moss Landing at 9:00 AM. See ya at Carbones. | ||
| Jimrich |
Anyone know what Givi color code matches the Buell Blue the best? | ||
| Al_lighton |
Just a quick note to announce that the American Sport Bike BBQ planning is in full swing. See http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/171 43/293238.html?1185896599 I'll be sending out email invites to all the customers in the nearby states (CA, AZ, NV, OR). Folks from everywhere else are certainly invited and encouraged to attend if you can. But don't wait for an invite, follow the instructions on the link above to make hotel reservations and such. Hope you can make it! Al | ||
| Rex |
August ASBN meeting agenda. British Bike Night/ New Buell 1125R introduction 5 pm. Meet and hang banners. 5:30pm. Meet and greet. Hand out door prize tickets, order food, Oogle over the bikes. 6 pm. Meeting starts. Welcome everyone. Recognize new attendees, Suppliers, Dealers, Press. Tonight is British Bike Night . Hope everyone is enjoying the tea and crumpets Local British Bike Clubs. Norton, BSA, Triumph, Etc. Local British Bike Dealers. Past event reviews. Homecoming, July 5-7. Photos and Recap. Laguna Seca. Buell Introductory party/ New Model Release. Laguna Seca. Moto Gp, and Cannery Row. __________________________________________________ ________________________ Upcoming events Aprilia Demo Days. California Speed Sports. Livermore. Bonneville Coming up in September. Time to reserve your room AMA Races. Laguna Seca. September 14-16. American Sport Bike BBQ. September 29th, Buellton __________________________________________________ ______________________ http://www.americansportbikenight.net Use this site for getting details on our meetings, and also for the local Bay Area forum discussions. We now have our own local forums. September is Italian Bike Night. October is Bonneville Report Night. November is BMW and apparel night. December is our Anniversary night. 9 years, going on 10. Al Lighton from American Sport Bike will be here. Door Prize Drawing. Dismiss, Kick Tires, Clean up/ Pack up. http://www.americansportbikenight.net -- American Sport Bike Night. ASBN. The largest, most consistently meeting group of Buell Motorcycle Enthusiasts in the world. Now working on 10 years. The first Monday of each month in San Leandro California. Directions are at: http://www.americansportbikenight.net |
