Tech Day @ Farkle Mania Central

[Seeker]

Saturday, June 14  -  10 to 3

I have a table lift, No-Mar tire changer, some tools and an abused Weber Grill.

I know there are a  few tire changes wanting to get done.

What else you wanna do?

Let me know, lift time will be limited so I'll need to schedule this.

First respond, first served!

$5.00 - $10.00 Cover Charge - will change depending on cost, I need to cover my expenses.   This will cover the burgers, brats n pop, associated table ware, misc shop supplies. etc.

Leaving used tires will cost an additional $10 a pop.  This is what I have to pay to get rid of them.

Come on over, do some Farkling stuff or stand around and watch others sweat and be abused by the tire changer!  Knock back a burger, choke down a Brat, it'll be fun!

Let me know if you're stopping by.  I'll need a nose count fer food n stuff.

Farkle Mania is located near the corner of SR173 and Green Bay (SR31/131) in Zion, IL.  I'll send my address/GPS coordinates off list.  Ping me at SToc445@Gmail.com

Thanks,
  Denny

[Bandman]

Sweet!  I'll be there ready to break a sweat on the tire changer.  I hope the new Conti's will slip on without too much of a fight.

[mxvet57]

Sweet!  I'll be there ready to break a sweat on the tire changer.  I hope the new Conti's will slip on without too much of a fight.

if there anything like my z6's better bring a lot of towels to wipe the sweat.

BTW Denny, I'm ordering tires tonight and I'll need to get them changed next week b/4 i leave for the national.

ed

[Seeker]

BTW Denny, I'm ordering tires tonight and I'll need to get them changed next week b/4 i leave for the national.

ed

Ed,
 Let me know when you have them in hand, we'll go from there.

Denny

[Cheddarhead]

I'm in...will need lots of help, for which I'm more than will to part with $ and/or appropriate "coin of the realm" in the form of Aged Cheddar, New Glarus brewery product, Single Malts, sippin' Bourbon, etc.

What I need/want to do...in order of priority:
1.  Install MCL riser plate on ST1300:  This "will" require raising the tank, as I got the version with the powerlet outlet.  In my possession already.
2.  Vista-cruiser or similar throttle lock install.  Haven't ordered it yet.  See item #4 if you have inputs/suggestions on suitability of specific model for use with heated grip install.
3.  New loud(er) horn:  Thinking of the PIAA version, since it is "supposed to be" a plug and play equivalent.  Have not yet ordered this.
4.  Heated grips:  Since I'm talking about mucking with the wiring etc...I might as well do this at the same time.

Items 2 - 4 will require final brand selection/order/receipt.  What do you think about this list?  Can do in 1 day?  Any specific recommendations on "what to order" for an '03 ST1300?

Cheddar

[KokomoSam]

Hello all,

I have a couple of projects that I need to get done...

1. Heated Grips install
2. Headlight wiring harness install

Could these be accommodated?

Sam

[Seeker]

I'm in...will need lots of help, for which I'm more than will to part with $ and/or appropriate "coin of the realm" in the form of Aged Cheddar, New Glarus brewery product, Single Malts, sippin' Bourbon, etc.

What I need/want to do...in order of priority:
1.  Install MCL riser plate on ST1300:  T
2.  Vista-cruiser or similar throttle lock install.  
3.  New loud(er) horn:  
4.  Heated grips:  
Items 2 - 4 will require final brand selection/order/receipt.  What do you think about this list?  Can do in 1 day?  Any specific recommendations on "what to order" for an '03 ST1300?

Cheddar

Cheddar,
#1 and 2 are not a problem.
#3, Do not order a manly tooter.  I have one Chuck bought but I couldnt find a spot big enough on two of his bikes.  You have a perfect spot by your right mirror.  Hook up with Chuck to work out the details.  Ping me offline and I'll send the links for the install.   Link to horn - http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/2137/  This is an awesome horn.  I blew some guy into his passenger seat the other day.  That was a giggle.
#4 we can do while doing #3.  Highly recommend these grip heaters - http://www.casporttouring.com/store/merchant.mvc?page=CST/CTGY/SYMT

You'll need (2) 30a relays, wire, fuse holders, etc.  You can bring it or I can buy it from my supplier and you pay me then.  Let me know.

I'll be spread thin that day, but I can coach you and the keep the project rolling.  Maybe we can get an early start on your list.  Worst case, prioritize and if need be, pick up balance on another day.

[Seeker]

Hello all,

I have a couple of projects that I need to get done...

1. Heated Grips install
2. Headlight wiring harness install

Could these be accommodated?

Sam

Sam,
 As I mentioned in Chedar's post, If you have not purchased any grip heaters yet, I highly recommend these:  http://www.casporttouring.com/store/merchant.mvc?page=CST/CTGY/SYMT

The headlight harness shouldn't be a problem.

[bomber]

This sounds like fun! I may just come on up and NOT touch any C-clips!

[Fourstring]

This sounds like fun! I may just come on up and NOT touch any C-clips!

 

With Denny's garage, I think it'll be a little easier to find...

It looks like I'm out.  I've got a wedding to work that day.  Have fun all!

[bomber]

well, see, this right here is why I gotta go!

I cannot visualize a squared away garage -- hence, the appearance of the Entropy Lab!

perhpas laying eyes on a clean, organized workspace will help me.

Riding past Newman-Haas Racing in Buff Grove for years certainly hasn't helped!

[Seeker]

I cannot visualize a squared away garage -- hence, the appearance of the Entropy Lab!

Bomber, you're not going to see one on the 14th either!

[mxvet57]

Bomber, you're not going to see one on the 14th either!

ya but at least you can see your floor.  

[bomber]

Hey . . . I usually know zactly where the floor is -- it's what I'm standing on, if it's not the swarf or the Model A!

[mxvet57]

Ed,
 Let me know when you have them in hand, we'll go from there.

Denny

Denny, tire should be here monday. will get in touch when i get it.

ed

[evilmedic13]

 Crap, I'm working that day. Oh well, I guess it'll be another midnight farkle fest for me when the FF50's come in. Hopefully, the neighbors kids don't learn new words again.

[motocbiker]

I'm going to come at 9Am so I can get my bike on the rack first...woohoo

Anyway, check Radar Detector, check fork springs, replace tires.

Thanks Denny!

[Bandman]

Thought I should Bump this to the top.  THis Saturday, June 14th!

[Cheddarhead]

Thought I should Bump this to the top.  THis Saturday, June 14th!

SSSHHHHHHHHH!

The fewer that show, the more of my stuff I can get done!

Just kidding....

Cheddar

[oblivion]

My Saturday is chock-full (young Eagles rally up at ENW then a kids fishing derby out at work), but I may be able to stop by briefly for some socializing. I'll have my daughter with, though, so no bike (she's not quite 2 yet).  Funny thing is I just ordered some new tires and was planning on taking them to ACE (Kenosha) for mounting since I don't have the wherewithal to do it myself. Any chance you can help me out some other time, neighbor?  
 

[motocbiker]

Okay,okay...I came so early it was last Saturday...got the VFR back in business...

For the 14th I just plan on changing the Valk rear tire. Someone else can have the lift. Ed will you bring an extra sweat rag for me? Those BIGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG tires are a bear!

[djpaulie]

dang, i'd jump at the chance to have some experience to bounce my noob questions off, but alas i will be on-call for work and cannot really leave the madison area. shame too, since i've got some electrical work to do before my semi-long trip in a couple weeks.

maybe next time  

[Cheddarhead]

Dare I propose it....

Coffee...and bacon...before farkling?

Yes!  It must be so...

Seeker:  Any recommendations for a breakfast destination in your area?
We can't do all this manly-type stuff on an empty stomache...and the combination of coffee and bacon always triggers a pavlovian response amongst region 4 members...

Cheddar

[Ears]

I won't be able to make it, but there is a coffee shop in Zion called It's All Good. Don't think they have bacon but it did look like pastries might be available.
They are located in Zion at 2780 Sheridan Road.

http://www.itsallgoodcoffee.net

[Bandman]

Dare I propose it....

Coffee...and bacon...before farkling?

Yes!  It must be so...

Seeker:  Any recommendations for a breakfast destination in your area?
We can't do all this manly-type stuff on an empty stomache...and the combination of coffee and bacon always triggers a pavlovian response amongst region 4 members...

Cheddar

If you are in need of more than burgers, brats and beverages at the Farkle Fest, I could recommend a few breakfast stops:

Full Moon Cafe in IL
Cracker Barrel in Kenosha
Apple Holler in Kenosha
Birchwoods Grill in Kenosha

[Bandman]

I could possibly be coerced into an early ride for coffee to burn up the last 100 miles left in my tires.

[DavidLSI]

For a good and I do mean very good breakfast, I always recommend "The Point".  It is right across from "The Fatman" @ the corner 41 and 21.

But I bet Denny knows of a place real close to his house......

[motocbiker]

Denny, I forgot the Valk has a full cage lined rear tire...MAJOR disassembly made easy if we can drop the tire from the lift...made I should come early and get thought before the hords of farkle fans show up...What did you do last time? Remove the bags? Rear fender section?

Oh my...........

[Grnarrowe]

Denny,

Can you do a throttle body sync on an 05 FJR?? If so what time should I show up?

Pete

[oblivion]

New tires I ordered are here.  I really wish I was going to be able to get dirty on Saturday.

How does the tire-changing situation work, Denny?  Do you just do them?  Or would you coach me on how to do them? Or are you only offering the tools and I'd need to know what I'm doing?  If B or C, it's a total no-go.  If A, then I may try to bring 'em along and if there's time, there's time and if not, so be it.

Thanks.

[Thunder7]

Wish I could make this. I have an event to shoot.

[Cheddarhead]

For a good and I do mean very good breakfast, I always recommend "The Point".  It is right across from "The Fatman" @ the corner 41 and 21.

But I bet Denny knows of a place real close to his house......

OK...with the "emphasis" on "real good" that David has provided...this is the place for pre-farkling sustenance.

7:30 AM for coffee and bacon....then on to Seeker's to let the tires spin and such...

[jadziadax8]

Wish I could make this. Triumph Demo Weekend at MCC and I'll be there helping out.

Did MCC move up the demo by a week?  Their site is still saying next weekend, not this one.

[Troy_V]

I just saw this thread - I think I'll drop by to surround myself in elbow grease and burgers. I'm new to the Chicagoland area, so it will be nice to meet some of you, too.

I have a HarborFrieght tire changer at home, so I can give some of you a hand with tire changes, if necessary. I've also installed the heated grips a few times, so I could help out on that, too.

Looking forward to it.
Troy

[Cheddarhead]

I just saw this thread - I think I'll drop by to surround myself in elbow grease and burgers. I'm new to the Chicagoland area, so it will be nice to meet some of you, too.

I have a HarborFrieght tire changer at home, so I can give some of you a hand with tire changes, if necessary. I've also installed the heated grips a few times, so I could help out on that, too.

Looking forward to it.
Troy

Welcome to the neighborhood...you'll soon join the parade of those who reside south of the border and head to the SW corner of Wisconsin to enjoy the riding on some of the best terrain within 500 miles.

Cheddar

[Troy_V]

Welcome to the neighborhood...you'll soon join the parade of those who reside south of the border and head to the SW corner of Wisconsin to enjoy the riding on some of the best terrain within 500 miles.

Cheddar

I've already done that! I spent Memorial Day weekend based out of Reedburg, WI. Wonderful riding up there. I just wish it was much closer...

[Seeker]

Denny,

Can you do a throttle body sync on an 05 FJR?? If so what time should I show up?

Pete

Pete,
 I've never done this.  However, my bike will be needing it soon.  Once I figure it out, I'll let ya know.  You can still stop by though!

[Seeker]

Denny, I forgot the Valk has a full cage lined rear tire...MAJOR disassembly made easy if we can drop the tire from the lift...made I should come early and get thought before the hords of farkle fans show up...What did you do last time? Remove the bags? Rear fender section?

Oh my...........

Chuck,
 Last time I did the rear on the Vakle, I had the ho arse end off for the hyper light install.  That tire change was a real bear FWIW.  You can come early, but I'll be getting ready setting things set up n such.

Charlie, Dave, Scott,  I'll be thinking about you schmucks wolfin down a GREAT breakfast while I'm getting ready for the Tech Day..  I'll call them and request they pull out the cheap tomatoes, just for youse guyz...

[Thunder7]

Did MCC move up the demo by a week?  Their site is still saying next weekend, not this one.

Nope- I just momentarily forgot how to read, is all. I have a different event to be at this Saturday.

[Cheddarhead]

Charlie, Dave, Scott,  I'll be thinking about you schmucks wolfin down a GREAT breakfast while I'm getting ready for the Tech Day..  I'll call them and request they pull out the cheap tomatoes, just for youse guyz...

Just get 'er done tonight/tomorrow night...I'll pop for a double-order of bacon for you!

Cheddar

[Seeker]

OKay Fella's, I'm counting noses so I know how much food ta buy and what to set up for.

Scott - Tires
Chuck - Tires
Cheddar - Wiring n stuff
Kokomo Sam - Wiring
Bomber - Hanging out
Troy - Hanging Out
David - Hanging Out
Mark - Tires

Did I miss anything?  Anyone else?  

Cheddar,
 I'd love to take you up on your offer, I'm not one to pass up a meal, lemme tell ya.  My wife is out if town and I'll be shopping for this, dealing with the kids and getting set up.  Plus a few other things.  I love breakfast out and hate to miss one, If I get done, what time are you guys gathering?

[DavidLSI]

Yeah what time for breakfast? Hungry bellies want to know....

[Bandman]

OKay Fella's, I'm counting noses so I know how much food ta buy and what to set up for.

Denny,

Just so you know, I am not of the meat eating persuasion so don't plan any burgers or brats for me.

[bomber]

s'alright, Band -- I'll make up for your lack of meat-consumption (kidding, mostly)

I saw 7 and a half bandied about for that most important meal of the day -- or am I misremembering (always a possibility)?

I've never eaten at the Point -- it wsa another kinda joint altogether when my hair was a different color, so I've avoided it for seemingly too long ;-}

[DavidLSI]

s'alright, Band -- I'll make up for your lack of meat-consumption (kidding, mostly)

I saw 7 and a half bandied about for that most important meal of the day -- or am I misremembering (always a possibility)?

I've never eaten at the Point -- it wsa another kinda joint altogether when my hair was a different color, so I've avoided it for seemingly too long ;-}

7 and a half bandied = 7:30 is what was mentioned and is a good time...
Correct if I am wrong but wasn't the "other kind of joint" accross the street the old Fat Man before the Kyhatt family took it over?

Something to discuss at breakfast....

[RedCBRRider]

Denny, if I'm not working I plan to stop by for some hangin' out and tire kickin'.

[Bandman]

So...

7:30am at "The Point" for the best meal of the day?

Is this the definitive plan?

[DavidLSI]

So...

7:30am at "The Point" for the best meal of the day?

Is this the definitive plan?

[bomber]

it is a plan now!

;-}

David -- right you are, but we're talking very different time periods -- goes to the point that this area has had a lack of law enforcement oversight for a long far.

[oblivion]

I was planning on coming by around 11:00 but I may shift that back to around 1:00 - 2:00 (have 3 major things going on on Saturday). Is this really expected to go until about 3:00, or will you all be out scrubbin' off your new tires by then?
 

[Cheddarhead]

So...

7:30am at "The Point" for the best meal of the day?
/quote]

If not the "best meal...then certainly the 1st meal of the day!"

I'm in.  7:30 at the Point..

Provided I can find it...MAPQUEST here I come...

Denny:  Still need your address info...please post or PM me.

Thanks!

Cheddar

[DavidLSI]

So...

7:30am at "The Point" for the best meal of the day?
/quote]

If not the "best meal...then certainly the 1st meal of the day!"

I'm in.  7:30 at the Point..

Provided I can find it...MAPQUEST here I come...

Denny:  Still need your address info...please post or PM me.

Thanks!

Cheddar

You can follow me over after breakfast, I do not know the address but I know right where his house is at.....

[Seeker]

Dave
Cheddar is buying bacon so I hope to be there!

[Seeker]

I was planning on coming by around 11:00 but I may shift that back to around 1:00 - 2:00 (have 3 major things going on on Saturday). Is this really expected to go until about 3:00, or will you all be out scrubbin' off your new tires by then?
 

Mark,
 Sooner is better.  I have plans later on Saturday and will need to be wrapping things up about then.

[oblivion]

I'm in.  7:30 at the Point..

Provided I can find it...MAPQUEST here I come...

It's right where  IL-21 meets US-41 - Hard to miss. http://tinyurl.com/67johb


I pass it every day on my commute and have yet to eat there.  Too bad I'll be missing this breakfast run.  Ah well.

[oblivion]

Mark,
 Sooner is better.  I have plans later on Saturday and will need to be wrapping things up about then.

10-4, glad I asked. I'll make it work.

[DavidLSI]

So...

7:30am at "The Point" for the best meal of the day?
/quote]

If not the "best meal...then certainly the 1st meal of the day!"

I'm in.  7:30 at the Point..

Provided I can find it...MAPQUEST here I come...

Denny:  Still need your address info...please post or PM me.

Thanks!

Cheddar

Just get off 94 at 41 and you will run right into it....  Plus that way you will miss the toll booth

[blackbird54]

David,
 Can you use your pull and get me a spot for lunch?

[DavidLSI]

David,
 Can you use your pull and get me a spot for lunch?

I am sure we can get Denny to toss another hunk of meat on the grill for you....

[motocbiker]

I'm in for breakfast...see you at the Point...

[DavidLSI]

I call the day a great success.  

5 tires changed
Handle Bar risers put in
Hot grips installed other electrical work put in
Battery swapped out

Good Breakfast
Great grilled lunch
Laughter was plentiful
Tire kicking talk

Shared knowledge and hands got dirty.

If your not riding this is the only better way to spend a Saturday.

Thanks Denny.....


SeeYa
DavidLSI

[Seeker]

Dave,
You are welcome!  I think everyone had a good time.  Glad to hear you made it home ok.  We got Cheddar  on the road about 6:30 or so.  He would of been on the road a bit sooner had I not locked his keys in the fairing pocket.  Who puts their keys in a locking fairing pocket!  Oh well, we got em out, but what  way to cap the day off.

Cheddar, I hope ya missed the bad weather on the way home.

[motocbiker]

Denny, Dave and anyone else who picked up a wrench to help me: THANKS!

Imagine a 4 hour tire change! Well after pulling two mufflers, one bag and various other parts in the way the big Valkyrie has a new rear tire.

And if it hadn't been for Denny's lift with a trap door, I'd have taken off half the rear fender as well.

Hope someone got a pick of the shovel (garden variety) as tire lift or a picture of Denny with a tie-down strap popping the bead on my new Avon.

And to top off a great day, I ran out of gas on 173 just in front of the Citgo station. I gas my odo had stuck and I just didn't know that I needed gas. 6.88 gallons bone dry.

What fun!  

[DavidLSI]

I left my camera in my pocket since Ben was doing the documenting.

I guess Ben is too busy keeping his basement dry to post up his pictures...

Choices and priorities.

[RedCBRRider]

I didn't get flooded yesterday, but it rained some more here.  I will post some pix from Farkle Mania as soon as I get some time.  I was tired yesterday when I got home, so I rested.  The flooding in the basement resulted in less than eight hour of sleep in the two prior days.  I looks to be a crappy day today, so no riding.  I'll have time to play around on the computer.

[Bandman]

I enjoyed the day greatly and my tires are mounted in the right direction!  

Denny - Thanks for offering up your garage and teaching me the fine art of the No-Mar tire changer.  Sorry about the skinned knuckle though  

I took a few pics but I know Ben was truly the photo journalist yesterday.  I'll be watching for the pics later.

[RedCBRRider]

Finally have some time to beam up some photos, so here they are.

Of course the day had to start with some breakfast.


Then it was on to Farkle Mania.


Here's Cheddar feeling very sure of himself.


Chuck starting to dig into the rear tire project.


Is this really necessary?


Various things from Cheddar's ride.


One happy camper.


The tire finally comes off.



Hey this aint as easy as it looks!



After all that, the bead would not seat on the new tire.  Doh!


It's hard to tell if Denny is trying to get the bead to seal of if he's just doing this for kicks.


Problem solved.


Meanwhile back at the ranch.  David and Scott tackle a tire on the Wee.


Here's proof that you can have all of the fancy lifts and air compressors that you want, but what you really need is a big ass shovel to mount a tire.


No Farkling on this one today, just a really nice ride.


Troy V showed up on his beautiful VFR.



This is Oblivian's daughter.  She wasn't too interested in the farkling, but she does win the cutie pie award.


And what would a farkle day be without meat.  Dennny didn't let us down.


Thanks again Denny for letting us hang out at your place for awhile.  It was fun.

[oblivion]

I can't thank you guys enough for changing out my tires.  I changed front and back brakes today before I threw the wheels back on. Nice way to spend Father's Day.  Got a quick run in and still got to hang with my ladies.  Got to scrub, scrub, scrub those tires.

And in a case of "small world," we ran into Denny and family at breakfast this morning. Huh.

I snapped a few pics between child-wrangling and standing around feeling useless: http://flickr.com/photos/oblivion/tags/farklemania/

[oblivion]

Sorry for the double-post, but I just wanted to say OH MY GOD I love these new tires.  No idea why I waited so long.  The old front was causing a head shake under deceleration or if I'd take a hand off the bars. She runs straight as an arrow now and if I were so inclined, I could even take BOTH hands off the bars.

What a difference new rubber makes.

Thanks again Denny, Scott, et al.

BTW, did anyone get a picture of me holding my daughter AND helping with that pesky front tire? That would be one for some pantywaist parenting magazine, I'm thinkin'.

Ok, I promise I'll let this thread die a natural death now.  I'm just stunned that a week after joining the board I've met such cool, generous and helpful folks.  And I got to save about $80 in shop charges. Score.

[Cheddarhead]

Cheddar, I hope ya missed the bad weather on the way home.

Sorry for the delayed response, guys...started a new job yesterday, so I was "off the grid..." all weekend, as I turned in my laptop on Friday AM.

I too want to say "THANKS!" to Denny for hosting what was an awesome event.  Sure got quiet around the place when all the "tire-changers" cleared out and David was off after swapping batteries...

Found a couple of plastic pegs missing...so if they turn up as you put the shop back in order, Denny, bring 'em along to the next coffee meet.

Got caught in a spectacular rainstorm at the State line on my way back north.  Good thing I left the Frogg Toggs at home!    Hid out under the awning at the BP Station for about 30 minutes, chatting it up with another proud ST owner to pass the time.  I was rewarded with a "spectacular" view of a triple rainbow over Lake Michigan as I resumed my travels northbound.

Cheddar