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The housing market is crazy.   Hopefully, I'll have a new garage(and house) in a couple more months.  

2 hours ago, JustinNck1 said:

My dad switched to the Cardo as well. I tried his out, sound quality was amazing.

I have been thinking about it for a while.  I tried to pair an extra SMH10 to my 30k, but I was unsuccessful.  After 15 minutes of listening to the 2 headsets chiming, I ordered the Cardos.

How long until you get another bike? 

I've had enough with some of the frustrations with Sena.  I have a pair of Cardo Pack Talk Bolds on order.  I hope that we like them.

I'll be in the area from 7/9 to 7/11.  I'm taking my daughter around the area for a couple of days on the Wing.

12 hours ago, Tonik said:

Of course, as long as we are clear it is not my fault if you ride it and then go buy one 4 days later.

I could meet you in the middle this afternoon of you want. Tomorrow I will be down by the river in SEO. You can meet me there. Don't know the route yet other than 556..and will be coming down 93 and 83 then probably across 78.

Next weekend is a holiday and I am pretty opposed to riding on holiday weekends.

Most of weekends are pretty flexible.

I also have unlimited time off at work, so with a bit warning can blow a weekday off. Depends on meetings that day.

Thanks!  I've got my daughters' season ending softball tournament this weekend. 

On 6/24/2021 at 10:21 PM, Tonik said:

Sport touring. 

Nice chart at the bottom of this article shows the differences in the models. The 2021's have a larger trunk. 2020 and 2021 have a slightly different throttle map in sport mode. Those two years also get the driving lights for free.

If the offer still stands, I would like to take your bike for a spin some time.  I took two of my daughters up to Iron Pony today to purchase some next size riding gear for an upcoming trip to the OBX.  They are now down for the new Wing.  I may be able to get one sooner than I was thinking. 

Tonik is making a good point about considering a Wing.  They are not much larger than the Connie.   If I didn't love my Connie so much, I would have one.  It will be the one bike that I get to 100,000 miles,   I think I am close to having my daughters talked into the new Wing.  They are nice!  It will be my next touring bike.

Where are you located? You can take my Connie for a spin.

I was also trying to decide between the FJR and Connie.  I found a good deal on the Connie, so they is what I bought.  I couldn't be happier. 

My brother has the FJR, and he really like it. 

You can't go wrong with either bike. 

You guys are going to have a great time!  Enjoy the trip!

There are quite a few people on here that ride sporty touring bikes that track up the miles.  The ST1300s are great bikes. 

4 hours ago, durk said:

I’ve read you can do this. To be honest the front 1 is dead, and in cold weather the rear flashes. I’m half tempted to pull the rear. I hate when the dash starts flashing. I’ve never needed the dash to tell me the pressure on the CBR. I’ve have a tool to check that 🤷‍♂️  

The battery replacement on the old TPMS isn't too bad.  I'm on my 2nd battery on each wheel.   I like the peace of mind of having TPMS.  It has alerted me that my tire had picked up nails in on 2 separate occasions over the years.

Depending on date and kid's softball schedule, I'd be interested. 

15 hours ago, durk said:

The Concours is not going that far for me. If you start rolling the throttle back much at all she sucks fuel. I think I’m averaging around 33-35mpg. The CBR has a smaller tank but actually gets better gas mileage. I would say the Concours can go farther but I’d be reluctant to push it. I’m guessing around 150 miles at normal twisties pace and I’m going to be wanting fuel. 

A switch to a slip on exhaust and an ECU reflash will gain you 4 to 5mpg.  It will also awaken the motor in the lower rpms. 

I average low 40s during commuting and riding on the superslab.  I refuel around 200 miles, but wouldn't feel uncomfortable going to 225 to 230  miles.

Playing in the twisties will obviously drop the mileage.

14 hours ago, durk said:

These arrived today. 

This Concours has me spending more money than I ever thought to on the CBR. 

It will also change your perception of distance.   Riding all day to go to far off places is no big deal.

57 minutes ago, Pauly said:

Hell, I could be a psychic. 

How are you doing?

1 hour ago, durk said:

The 023 seemed okay yesterday and it wasn’t warm. I ran it pretty much edge to edge. I don’t quite like that. I’ll probably go with RS3s they seem to have more cornering clearance. I’ve run them forever on the CBR. I like them and I know what I’m getting. I basically just setup the bike exactly as you described prior to even reading your post. The front was already set to your specs but I was too soft on the rear. Thanks for the info. I had been looking at the V stream and decided to give it a shot sense you mentioned folks like it. Hopefully I don’t come out to a melted dash. 

Like @2talltimstated, I'm running the RDL.  I'm using the Cal Sci Tall windshield. https://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/Concoursprod.html

I'm not sure what size rear tire you have, but switching to a 55 series rear tire (from the 50 series stock tire) will give you a little more cornering clearance.  The 55 series tire also make initial turn into a curve a little more responsive. 

My other suggested farkles: motorcycle specific GPS, Ram-ball mounts for phone,  throttle lock(or after market cruise control like Tim), after market trunk, and I like to use a tank bag when I'm touring. 

56 minutes ago, durk said:

Took the Connie out for a spirited with my daughter Tory. Put down 300 miles. Checked the rear tire at Calcutta gas station and realized we were using all the tire available there from edge to edge. I also discovered I’m developing the cupping issue @2talltim has posted photos of multiple times. Jury is still out on the Saddlemen seat I installed. It’s a definite improvement for the passenger but I’m not sure I like it for me and if it will make mamma happy. Time will tell. 

It took Tor some time to get used to not having to hold on and just lean back. Next move is to try a couple long days in the saddle to see if we can ride all the way to the Tail and back. 


Saddlemen seat for sure makes more room for me and the passenger. 

I had the cupping issue with Michelins, but I haven't had that issue to the same degree with the Dunlop RS3s. 

For the record, the front tire can't cup if it's not on the ground.

@Pauly best wishes for a speedy recovery! Thanks for sharing and reminding everybody about the importance of good quality safety gear. 

3 hours ago, junkyardjeff said:

I want more then a test ride,I would like to ride one all day or all weekend to see how it feels.   I have fractured bones from a car wreck many years ago so I need more then a test ride to see how I will do on it.

More west than southwest:

EagleRider Motorcycle Rentals and Tours Dayton

7220 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH 45414

(937) 797-3059

Are you buying new or used?  I thought most Harley dealers would let you take bikes out for a test ride.  I've been in 2 Harley dealers looking at bikes over the years, and they both offered to let me take their bikes out for a test ride.

If not, go to a Harley dealer and sit on a bunch of bikes to see which one you like.  Find that bike on the used market (Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, dealer, etc.).  Go to the owner's house with the full asking price in cash & ask for a test ride (assuming that you are truly interested).  With cash in hand, most people will not have any issues allowing the ride. 

I've never been denied a request for a test ride, but I am not much of a tire kicker. 

Damn it, Tim.  Your ruining the egos of a bunch of middle aged men rocking the dad bod. 

Even my daughters ride 110s.

10 hours ago, durk said:

Did some customization to the Concours this evening. Took a ride with Ame earlier during this week and she was not comfortable. Her back was bothering her even after installing the top case with pads. We did some experimenting with the bike and decided the seat rising up in the back was the problem. Quick search on the world wide webs and I was pealing the seat cover back and trimming the foam flat. 
 

Original

Finished project 

What I carved out

 

To test things took a thirty minute ride to dinner. She was definitely more comfortable but her right leg fell asleep. Going try adjusting foot pegs. May have to just bite the bullet and buy that new Wing. 

If your ever near Pataskala, you can feel free to try out my Russell Day Long seat.  Buying a new Wing is also a great idea. 

If nobody else expresses an interest, I am interested in any or all of them.

Perry APV opens this week.  We got prepared for some Daddy Daughter bonding time.