Done for the year...

[1600bluekaw]

Hey Greg we did have a good end of summer, been busy working but riding every weekend the weather permits. Our circle of friends have all gotten the bug 6 bikes have been purchased in the last 4 months. My posse is growing LOL

Yes we are planning on the National next year. I will look at the NC board & post. It would be fun to join every one passing thru.

If you decide to visit be sure to contact me in advance would be happy to connect with you & give you the nickel tour.

[redjay]

Nice BMW Ponch ! Is that going to work for your back/butt isssues ?

[glwilson]

Originally Posted by ponch

Get a Ural. It's not fast, but you can ride in the snow with it.

You know... I have seen and heard more and more about Ural's lately than ever before. What is with that?

There were two used ones for sale here recently in the paper -- private sale. I have read repeated blogs about them, and even went on a couple sites where there are complete "nut-cases" over them (enthusiasts).

I kind-of like the concept of a old-bike with a few new pieces of technology -- although I understand they are still way behind the times with technology -- but that is part of what I like about them. The price is a bit steep (new) for what you get, but from some of the sites and pictures, these things are meant to be ridden year-round, and are fairly tough. They are not "highway" bikes, but perfect for that back-roads stroll; if you know what I mean.

Anyway... not sure why I am hearing more and more about them.

[ponch]

The seat is better and part of it is the riding position. With the legs supporting some of the weight and the riding position straight up, it takes some pressure off the tailbone. People that get the Russell seat for these say they can do 750-1000 miles a day without issues. That's pretty good.

Right now I am making minor adjustments like raising the seat, adjusting the shifter, and we'll see if I can dial it in. I can see why CHP uses these.

Originally Posted by redjay

Nice BMW Ponch ! Is that going to work for your back/butt isssues ?

[ponch]

I will say if you want to own one, you better be able to wrench.

Originally Posted by glwilson

You know... I have seen and heard more and more about Ural's lately than ever before. What is with that?

There were two used ones for sale here recently in the paper -- private sale. I have read repeated blogs about them, and even went on a couple sites where there are complete "nut-cases" over them (enthusiasts).

I kind-of like the concept of a old-bike with a few new pieces of technology -- although I understand they are still way behind the times with technology -- but that is part of what I like about them. The price is a bit steep (new) for what you get, but from some of the sites and pictures, these things are meant to be ridden year-round, and are fairly tough. They are not "highway" bikes, but perfect for that back-roads stroll; if you know what I mean.

Anyway... not sure why I am hearing more and more about them.

[glwilson]

Originally Posted by 1600bluekaw

Hey Greg we did have a good end of summer, been busy working but riding every weekend the weather permits. Our circle of friends have all gotten the bug 6 bikes have been purchased in the last 4 months. My posse is growing LOL

Yes we are planning on the National next year. I will look at the NC board & post. It would be fun to join every one passing thru.

If you decide to visit be sure to contact me in advance would be happy to connect with you & give you the nickel tour.

Great to hear you summer went well Don. Don't know what you're doing to get your friends to get bikes... I can't seem to those of mine that don't have one to get one! Kind-of irratates me None the less... that's great that your posse is growing. It is a lot of fun when you have friends that are riding and you can get together with them.

What kind-of bikes are they buying? Always interested to see what people are buying these days.

Regarding the National... that's a "must-do"!!!!! I made my reservations and I know several others have also. So... you'll see my post on the other thread here about the "plans in the making". We are looking to pass through Columbus as that looks like the best option. We would look to get hotels there or near there and try to make the rest of the ride the next day. But check-out the other thread started for that purpose on the NC board.

Otherwise... we'll talk later; and hope we all have a mild winter!

[glwilson]

Originally Posted by ponch

I will say if you want to own one, you better be able to wrench.

I gathered that from some of the sites and blogs I have read. They are kind-of appealing to me... but what's the appeal to others with these things? Again... they aren't exactly cheap for what you get.

[biscuitsngravy]

Very nice BMW, Ponch. Congratulations!!! BnG

[1600bluekaw]

Rode yesterday Sat. Nov.20th. did not ride a long distance the temp was about 45. It was a crisp day but it did feel good. Riding season is never over for me. If the temp is above 25 & no snow or moisture on the pavement I will ride. The temp today is 67 here in Columbus, In sunshine with a little wind several bikes on the road today.

[rayski271]

ok now im done for the year first snow hit took ride yesterday 34 degress so now bike is put away snow wouldnt wait two days for toys for tots ride

[ponch]

I did 120 miles last Sunday and rode to work a couple times during the week. I rode to a breakfast this morning and 23˚ is about as cold as I would like it. Time to get some electric clothes.

Originally Posted by rayski271

ok now im done for the year first snow hit took ride yesterday 34 degress so now bike is put away snow wouldnt wait two days for toys for tots ride

[glwilson]

Snow here now also. Our first one of the year. Just under 6-inches and heavy.

Ponch... you might as well be switching to a snowmobile when it gets that cold.

[ponch]

When I was eating at breakfast, a guy walks up and asks if that was my BMW. I said yes. He said he rides Harley's but always gets a kick out of BMW riders because they ride in all weather. I explained the heated seat and grips...Anyway, that was funny.

Originally Posted by glwilson

Snow here now also. Our first one of the year. Just under 6-inches and heavy.

Ponch... you might as well be switching to a snowmobile when it gets that cold.

[glwilson]

I don't know about other parts of the country; but with HD headquarters only an hour away... you'll see a fair number of riders in the winter around here on HD's that have all the heated accessories.

My bike can have heated grips and seat for not too much money. I understand it isn't too much of a problem to install these, and the price isn't too bad either. I have the outlet already available for heated clothing on the bike now.

But to be honest, after a certain temp (usually 50 degrees) I am done for the year. I just don't enjoy it as much then -- especially not knowing the conditions of the roads around here. You can come upon ice quickly around here; and I don't want to be on two-wheels when hitting some ice.

Having said that... I see BMW riders the most in the dead of winter. I think those that own them must have something wrong with themselves!!!!

[ponch]

Yeah, we must be.

Originally Posted by glwilson

I don't know about other parts of the country; but with HD headquarters only an hour away... you'll see a fair number of riders in the winter around here on HD's that have all the heated accessories.

My bike can have heated grips and seat for not too much money. I understand it isn't too much of a problem to install these, and the price isn't too bad either. I have the outlet already available for heated clothing on the bike now.

But to be honest, after a certain temp (usually 50 degrees) I am done for the year. I just don't enjoy it as much then -- especially not knowing the conditions of the roads around here. You can come upon ice quickly around here; and I don't want to be on two-wheels when hitting some ice.

Having said that... I BMW riders the most in the dead of winter. I think those that own them must have something wrong with themselves!!!!