Starting threads in Tech section.....

Monkeyman · 03-25-2012, 01:36 AM

In case you didn't know, only staff (mods, regional leaders, etc) can start or post in threads in the Tech section. Those of us who aren't staff are read only. Why start a "discussion" someplace where only a select few can "discuss" it? Don't expect many replies.

cactusjack · 03-25-2012, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Monkeyman

In case you didn't know, only staff (mods, regional leaders, etc) can start or post in threads in the Tech section. Those of us who aren't staff are read only. Why start a "discussion" someplace where only a select few can "discuss" it? Don't expect many replies.

I ran into this last week and asked Trip about why was unable to post in the tech section. He told me it's because I am an "enthusiast". I guess because I ride a Harley I couldn't possibly have anything to offer in the technical section.

Monkeyman · 03-25-2012, 12:01 PM

I'm not an "enthusiast" and I can't post there, either. When they start a thread there, it kind of limits the possible responses. Their loss, I guess.

**Jared** · 03-25-2012, 12:01 PM

From my understanding there are four tech sections. 3 of the 4 are available for anyone and 1 of them the " Instructions, Tutorials, Part Info, Recal Info, etc" is the only one that can't be contributed to by everyone.

I've been on forums for a long time in there is just as much crap as there is facts. I can appreciate the desire to have a section of information of proven facts and tutorials.

cactusjack · 03-25-2012, 12:19 PM

I was trying to respond to a thread in the Periodic Maintenance section and it wouldn't let me, thus prompting my inquiry to the Grand Poobah.

Monkeyman · 03-25-2012, 12:24 PM

http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=26794

"Instructions, Tutorials, etc" is the one I'm referring to. Not so much "proven facts and tutorials" as a question in the above thread. Personally, I don't care. I was just letting others know in case they wondered why they weren't getting many responses.

**Top Cat** · 03-25-2012, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

I ran into this last week and asked Trip about why was unable to post in the tech section. He told me it's because I am an "enthusiast". I guess because I ride a Harley I couldn't possibly have anything to offer in the technical section.

Don't feel bad Scott. You have to expect a little discrimination being a Harley rider on a Kawasaki forum.

If you have someting you want to post in that section just PM me your responses and I will post them for you.

Just bustin your balls buddy, don't get upset.

**Top Cat** · 03-25-2012, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Monkeyman

http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=26794

"Instructions, Tutorials, etc" is the one I'm referring to. Not so much "proven facts and tutorials" as a question in the above thread. Personally, I don't care. I was just letting others know in case they wondered why they weren't getting many responses.

Oh, that is my original post. as I said I didn't know where it was supposed to be posted so I put it there.
Now that i know we are the only ones who can post there I guess i could have made a better choice, Thanks for the heads up Chris.
I did get my answer I guess. UIdf you were going to post in that thread with more info i would appreciate a PM.

**cnc** · 03-25-2012, 04:10 PM

Tim was lost and wandering again.

**cnc** · 03-25-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Utah Motorcyclist

From my understanding there are four tech sections. 3 of the 4 are available for anyone and 1 of them the " Instructions, Tutorials, Part Info, Recal Info, etc" is the only one that can't be contributed to by everyone.

I've been on forums for a long time in there is just as much crap as there is facts. I can appreciate the desire to have a section of information of proven facts and tutorials.

Further to this if everyone could comment and add new posts these reference sections would soon be lost somewhere in past pages.

**ringadingh** · 03-25-2012, 04:25 PM

The reason its set up like that is so you can find part numbers, instructions, and other info without going through many posts that are not necessary to read. Its there only for reference only.
There is a lot of info there, on commonly asked questions. Its all straight to the point, and made easy to find.

Monkeyman · 03-25-2012, 08:57 PM

I know WHY it was set up that way and I don't disagree with that. That wasn't the point of this thread.

blowndodge · 03-25-2012, 09:01 PM

did you get it fixed yet Chris??

**Admin** · 03-25-2012, 09:19 PM

Monkey, it sure doesn't seem like you 'agree' with it or 'understand' why it's like that, with comments like these:

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Why start a "discussion" someplace where only a select few can "discuss" it? Don't expect many replies.

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When they start a thread there, it kind of limits the possible responses. Their loss, I guess.

But yea, like already mentioned, I guess it's more for popular articles that can be found fast and easily, where there's no need for discussion. It's no different than the portion of a website where the webmaster publishes articles he wrote.. our's just happens to be located within our forum. It's been like that since day 1 from what I understand, long before I came along.

Bdog · 03-25-2012, 10:02 PM

I totally agree with the tech reference section only by administrators. When I go to this section to find part #'s or how to do stuff, I really don't want to go thru a lot of blah blah blah stuff along with thread hijacking. So thanks for keeping it this way.
When I want to post something mechanical, electrical etc., then I usually post it in the 15/1600 section and this is where comments can be made. If someone want to get a hold of me about such and such..then pm me...Bdog

03-25-2012, 01:36 AM	#1
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Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	I'm not an "enthusiast" and I can't post there, either. When they start a thread there, it kind of limits the possible responses. Their loss, I guess. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	From my understanding there are four tech sections. 3 of the 4 are available for anyone and 1 of them the " Instructions, Tutorials, Part Info, Recal Info, etc" is the only one that can't be contributed to by everyone. I've been on forums for a long time in there is just as much crap as there is facts. I can appreciate the desire to have a section of information of proven facts and tutorials. __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
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Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=26794 "Instructions, Tutorials, etc" is the one I'm referring to. Not so much "proven facts and tutorials" as a question in the above thread. Personally, I don't care. I was just letting others know in case they wondered why they weren't getting many responses. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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03-25-2012, 04:25 PM	#11
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	The reason its set up like that is so you can find part numbers, instructions, and other info without going through many posts that are not necessary to read. Its there only for reference only. There is a lot of info there, on commonly asked questions. Its all straight to the point, and made easy to find. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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03-25-2012, 08:57 PM	#12
Monkeyman Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Posts: 6,289	I know WHY it was set up that way and I don't disagree with that. That wasn't the point of this thread. __________________ Christopher "Monkeyman" Gray ---------------------------- Widows Sons "Overseers" Patriot Guard Rider USArmy 1987-1990 2021 Can Am Spyder RT 2018 Can Am Spyder RT Limited - SOLD 2014 Nomad - SOLD 2012 Victory Vision - SOLD 2007 Black Nomad - SOLD VMC #9367 VBA #1860
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Bdog Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Ft. Mcmurray Ab. Posts: 1,447	I totally agree with the tech reference section only by administrators. When I go to this section to find part #'s or how to do stuff, I really don't want to go thru a lot of blah blah blah stuff along with thread hijacking. So thanks for keeping it this way. When I want to post something mechanical, electrical etc., then I usually post it in the 15/1600 section and this is where comments can be made. If someone want to get a hold of me about such and such..then pm me...Bdog __________________
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