Just sealed the deal....

[chornbe]

... On this '08 Ulie XT. Pick it up in a few weeks.  

[falconati]

bling BLAU!

Congrats man, I hope it runs great!

[rgbeard]

What's this "couple of weeks" stuff???

Where's the oh-so-American Immediate Gratification????

[Gary B.]

Congrats!! Used??

[chornbe]

Yessir, used. Couple-a-thou on it. Not even enough to do anything to it other than give it a bath and oil change.

Found it on BadWeb and figured - why not. The new ones are drying up. 3 of the ones I called about over the last week are now gone.

What's this "couple of weeks" stuff???

Where's the oh-so-American Immediate Gratification????

Dropped a deposit on this one. Go and pick it up in a few weeks. Believe me, the wait will drive me bonkers, but alas... it is as it must be.

Anyone in the Asheville area wanna get together for a beer the weekend of Feb 7th?

bling BLAU!

Congrats man, I hope it runs great!

Me too!!  

Had a bunch of emails with the guy over the last few days and he seems all honest and legit.

Mike (MK96xj) said he'd run by and take a look at the machine for me, so I'm going to take him up on his offer. Friends are good things to have.   If it's not as expected (and I have no reason to think it won't be every bit as good as stated), I can fight with getting my deposit back.

[JReazor]

That's a good lookin' bike Chris. Congrats.

[chornbe]

That's a good lookin' bike Chris. Congrats.

Thanks. I guess that seals the follow-up for next week.  

[stromgal]

Congrats. May you have many happy months with it.  

[chornbe]

Congrats. May you have many happy months with it.  

hahahahahaha smartass.

I had both Harleys over over two years. Bike years are different than human years. To me. It's my bike-ADD.  

To paraphrase Lorne Green, "That's like seven years to you and me!"

[Castaway]

Niiiiice!

I just noticed what looks to be the rectifier, or is that the oil cooler, on the left side with an air scoop of sorts attached to it. What is it?

[Tyrroneous]

Niiiiice!

I just noticed what looks to be the rectifier, or is that the oil cooler, on the left side with an air scoop of sorts attached to it. What is it?

I believe that scoop directs cool air to the rear cylinder.  


Congrats on the new ride.  That blue looks really nice!!!  I'm loving my 1125 and whish I had jumped on the Buell bandwagon sooner.

[Rincewind]

I like the bug-eyes, enjoy.  

[chornbe]

Thanks all.

Yeah, I think that scoop - as mentioned - directs flow to the rear cylinder. I wonder if that's part of the comfort kit (which is already installed on this bike).

[Prubert]

Thanks all.

Yeah, I think that scoop - as mentioned - directs flow to the rear cylinder. I wonder if that's part of the comfort kit (which is already installed on this bike).

Yup, the Right Side Scoop is part of the comfort kit.

Enjoy...remember to watch those rear wheel bearings!!

[chornbe]

Yup, the Right Side Scoop is part of the comfort kit.

Enjoy...remember to watch those rear wheel bearings!!

I'm actually thinking of just ordering a half dozen or dozen to put in the garage to future proof. Some OEM and some AllBalls or something. Likewise some other parts. Brake pads, etc. Obvious oil filters are a non issue.  

[falconati]

Don't let those haters get to you.  I find myself switching bikes every 2 years, even if I really love what I'm riding.  I guess I want to try riding as many different types of machines as possible.

So far I've sold a BMW F650GS (the hopper, not parallel twin) and regretted it, and I'm sure if I sell my Duc I'll regret it, but I always end up owning machines that I love just as much...so I think it's just a process of renewing interest in the sport and academic exercise in seeing if I have a solid idea of what I want in a motorcycle, or if it's more of a fluid concept.  My guess is that some of what I like in a motorcycle will be constant (e.g. ergonomics, exhaust sound), and some will be fluid (e.g. engine configuration, engine power)

[chornbe]

Don't let those haters get to you.  I find myself switching bikes every 2 years, even if I really love what I'm riding.  I guess I want to try riding as many different types of machines as possible.

So far I've sold a BMW F650GS (the hopper, not parallel twin) and regretted it, and I'm sure if I sell my Duc I'll regret it, but I always end up owning machines that I love just as much...so I think it's just a process of renewing interest in the sport and academic exercise in seeing if I have a solid idea of what I want in a motorcycle, or if it's more of a fluid concept.  My guess is that some of what I like in a motorcycle will be constant (e.g. ergonomics, exhaust sound), and some will be fluid (e.g. engine configuration, engine power)

*nods*

With the exception of the CBR, I haven't owned two of the same bike in a long, long, LONG time. The variety of I've owned is kinda staggering. If only there was more opportunity to MAKE money on it rather than SPENDING money on it.  

I used to be very much the same way with cars... I wake up one day and it's time to change. The cars have become very utilitarian to me now. As long as they get me there and keep the rain and snow off, I'm happy.

The Sportster is the anomaly... I love this freaking bike and it can go back to being what I bought it for... a weekend toy for local use and commuting and the Ulie can be the 2-up, touring and occasional sport-riding mount. The Sportster is just... special. Maybe because I had a real plan before buying it and it has turned out so well with the mods to the bike and my own riding style.

In fact I may return it to its stripped-down 1-up configuration that I built it as, initially.

[scottzilla]

As your spiritual advisor, I say good choice.
I know you think the 883 is "Just enough" but just wait 'till you jump on the Uly.  
Impossible lean angles now possible.

[chornbe]

As your spiritual advisor, I say good choice.
I know you think the 883 is "Just enough" but just wait 'till you jump on the Uly.  
Impossible lean angles now possible.

My zen lies in your hands, yogi. Oh wait... that's not my zen.  

I'm gonna get you to write the for sale ad when I ultimately end up selling the Sportster.    

[scottzilla]

My zen lies in your hands, yogi. Oh wait... that's not my zen.  

I'm gonna get you to write the for sale ad when I ultimately end up selling the Sportster.    

I'll give it a go.

[falconati]

*nods*

With the exception of the CBR, I haven't owned two of the same bike in a long, long, LONG time. The variety of I've owned is kinda staggering. If only there was more opportunity to MAKE money on it rather than SPENDING money on it.  

I hear that.  I actually made money on my BMW, but that's only because I got a steal on the purchase price.  I'll likely make money on the Speedy whenever I sell it.  I'd take a big bath on the Duc though...another reason I'm considering keeping it.

[chornbe]

I hear that.  I actually made money on my BMW, but that's only because I got a steal on the purchase price.  I'll likely make money on the Speedy whenever I sell it.  I'd take a big bath on the Duc though...another reason I'm considering keeping it.

I've knowingly and willingly take a bath to get out from under certain vehicles. It feels good... eventually. No matter what, it still stings a bit at first.

[ConPilot1]

nice bike man. all set up with all the bags you'll need...can't beat it. good luck with her!!  

[Justin]

Wow, nice ride... looks like it's already decked out with anything you'd want too. Enjoy it!

[antvq]

Sure, at first you will baby it, take good care of it....then one day in the not to distant future.........

[chornbe]

ant, can't see your pic. getting dsn resolution errors.



Yeah, the bike is nicely set up. I'll replace the Quest GPS with my Zumo, add on the Gerbings connectors and away I go.

[wbrisett]

Yeah, the bike is nicely set up. I'll replace the Quest GPS with my Zumo, add on the Gerbings connectors and away I go.

You can get the Buell mount for it I believe. I'm not a huge fan of the Quest myself. Too many map swaps.

Wayne

[chornbe]

You can get the Buell mount for it I believe. I'm not a huge fan of the Quest myself. Too many map swaps.

Wayne

Wicked slow refresh and recalcs, too.






That picture came from Raptors & Rockets, so it's only rumored that the Buell can do a rumored wheelie.

According to rumors.

Sure, at first you will baby it, take good care of it....then one day in the not to distant future.........

[wbrisett]

Wicked slow refresh and recalcs, too.

The Quest is still MUCH faster than the Quest II in doing them. I think in part because the Quest II has all the maps stored on it, so you no longer have to do the map swaps.

Wayne

[Dan K]

Very nice, Chris - perfect set up.  I assume you'll also be adding heated grips to go with those handguards?  Not sure I love the dragon sticker on the sidebag, but sweet bag set up.  Lots of room, well integrated, perfect.  Like my body. Well, much better than my body, but I like the line.

- Dan


Oh, and what's with those rotors?  What's the advantage?

... On this '08 Ulie XT. Pick it up in a few weeks.  

[chornbe]

Dan,

The ZTL rotor setup has several advantages...

1) being out closer to the perimeter of the circle, its leverage is much greater.

2) since braking is so much ore powerful on the perimeter, you really only need one.

3) this results in lighter unsprung weight.

Lots of bikes with single discs stop just fine, but I added the dual-disc setup to my Sportster not for added braking power, but for better feel and modulation.

That's the theory.

Heated grips is part of the XT package.  

And I'll earn my own stickers to put on it. Probably the weekend I pick it up.

[UFO]

Congrats!  Should have bought my FJR.  

[chornbe]

Congrats!  Should have bought my FJR.  

If it were solely up to me...

[st2sam]

Chris, IMO you made the right choice.  Buying parts, farkels, ect. for the sporty & Uly, one stop shopping!  
Good luck with her.
I'm curios as to what the comfort mods include, any idea?

[R Doug]

Congrats!  Now I won't be embarrassed riding with you anymore.  


Kidding aside, that's one of my favorite touring bikes.  I came very close to acquiring an XT myself.

[Mr.Black]

Give ya 100.00 for that beat up old sporty you wont ride anymore.

[chornbe]

$200 and a box of HoHos.

And Doug, I'm sorry to embarrass you.    

[Mastros2]

Congrats Chris!  They are great bikes.  

If you are going to sell the quest, I may be interested!

[Mr.Black]

210.00 and one funnybone. Come on, its a girls bike for shitsakes.

[chornbe]

Congrats Chris!  They are great bikes.  

If you are going to sell the quest, I may be interested!

Can you afford a pizza and a few good beers?

[Mastros2]

Oh yeah!  What type of beer do you like?  

[BobW]

Congrats, I like the blue! Post some more info when you get more locked in on the Asheville logistics. If I'm in town it would be great to raise a glass or two or  

We have been spoiled the past couple of Winters with a few weeks of cold/snow and then back up to warmer days that clear the ice, but not the case this year. Def bring your warm socks for riding in the higher elevations over to the Dragon and maybe have a plan B to enjoy Lake Lure and some loops around the Piedmont farm roads.

Cheers

[chornbe]

Oh yeah!  What type of beer do you like?  

Yuengling. Or Blue Moon.  

Congrats, I like the blue! Post some more info when you get more locked in on the Asheville logistics. If I'm in town it would be great to raise a glass or two or  

We have been spoiled the past couple of Winters with a few weeks of cold/snow and then back up to warmer days that clear the ice, but not the case this year. Def bring your warm socks for riding in the higher elevations over to the Dragon and maybe have a plan B to enjoy Lake Lure and some loops around the Piedmont farm roads.

Cheers

I definitely will do! What will most likely happen is I drive down on Feb 6, try to meet up with folks that night, grab a motel room, pick up the bike Sunday early AM and get on the road. If the weather doesn't completely suck and if I have another driver, I'll ride North a while - maybe all the way home. Really depends on a lot of factors. Otherwise, or if I'm alone, I'll toss it on the trailer - *maybe* take a run on the dragon first just to earn the sticker - and be on my way home.

That's the plan. I'll post up in Region 6 & Region 5 for a meetup that night as the plans firm up.  

[Mastros2]

Yuengling. Or Blue Moon.  

I thought you asked for beer?!?!  Haha, I think we can work out a deal!

[Castaway]

Thanks all.

Yeah, I think that scoop - as mentioned - directs flow to the rear cylinder. I wonder if that's part of the comfort kit (which is already installed on this bike).

I think you are referring to the scoop above the one pointed to here:

[Mastros2]

The right side scoop is included with the comfort kit.  From what I've been reading, much lower engine temps but you do get used to the fan.  Earplugs...

[chornbe]

I thought you asked for beer?!?!  Haha, I think we can work out a deal!

Yuengling is THE beer, my good sir. Brewed in PA and it's damned tasty, to boot!

Blue Moon is for when I'm feeling all girlie and sissy.

[chornbe]

I think you are referring to the scoop above the one pointed to here:

Oh, that one directs flow over the regulator.

[R Doug]

... On this '08 Ulie XT. Pick it up in a few weeks.  

Crow T. Robot should be your avatar now.

[st ryder]

... On this '08 Ulie XT. Pick it up in a few weeks.  

Congrats on the new bike. That's one sweet ST rig.  

[Mastros2]

Yuengling is THE beer, my good sir. Brewed in PA and it's damned tasty, to boot!

Blue Moon is for when I'm feeling all girlie and sissy.

Hahaha.  We'll talk tomorrow about beer!  

[BobW]

Nothing against PA' brew, but when in Rome, do..........

http://highlandbrewing.com/

[chornbe]

I'll defer to the local experts.  

[Chips]

What will most likely happen is I drive down on Feb 6, try to meet up with folks that night, grab a motel room, pick up the bike Sunday early AM and get on the road. If the weather doesn't completely suck and if I have another driver, I'll ride North a while - maybe all the way home. Really depends on a lot of factors. Otherwise, or if I'm alone, I'll toss it on the trailer - *maybe* take a run on the dragon first just to earn the sticker - and be on my way home.

That's the plan. I'll post up in Region 6 & Region 5 for a meetup that night as the plans firm up.  

Let's talk about this tomorrow. I may be able to take the time for a road trip. Perhaps grab a two bike trailer up here, take my 600 down and we ride a bit before heading up?

[2DFlyer]

The Sportster is the anomaly... The Sportster is just... special. Maybe because I had a real plan before buying it and it has turned out so well with the mods to the bike and my own riding style.

Or maybe is just FEELS GOOD  

Congrats on the Uly!  Great bike.  I've never ridden anything that wheelied so easily.

[chornbe]

Let's talk about this tomorrow. I may be able to take the time for a road trip. Perhaps grab a two bike trailer up here, take my 600 down and we ride a bit before heading up?

I like this plan!

[chornbe]

Or maybe is just FEELS GOOD  

I grin like that stupid cat in Alice in Wonderland every time I ride it.

Every time.

Congrats on the Uly!  Great bike.  I've never ridden anything that wheelied so easily.

I admit, I'm a complete wheelie sissy. The few I've done by choice were not exactly epic. The accidental ones... well... I don't wanna talk about peeing myself. Dear Suzuki... 3rd gear? Really?  

[Kidder]

I really like the Uly.  If I didn't have a V-Strom, I would've looked long and hard at one of those.  However, since I have the mighty Strom I bought a 1125 CR instead.    Now, all I need is a dirtbike and I'd have everything covered.

[chornbe]

And I got more pics today...  

http://chornbe.com/motorcycles/xt/

[Mastros2]

Excellent! I really like the blue.

[chornbe]

I really like the orange and the red. Blue was my 2nd (or 3rd) choice. But I like it.  

[falconati]

 

[scottzilla]

Too bad you don't get the OEM Pirelli's.  You can guage how hard you're cornering by how loud they howl.

[BobW]

Photos all look great and it appears he enjoyed riding it by the tire wear and dragon stickers. What is he replacing her with or just down sizing?

Cheers

[chornbe]

Photos all look great and it appears he enjoyed riding it by the tire wear and dragon stickers. What is he replacing her with or just down sizing?

Cheers

He's apparently just downsizing his garage and his other touring bike won out in this category. The explanation was "I've had it longer and put more money into it making it fit us better."

[Mrs. DantesDame]

Here's a little something to look forward to


SoundUly on his Uly in the Cascade Mountains

[Brad1445]

Thats a great pic DD, gave me Uly flashbacks.  I wish I still had mine.

[chornbe]

That orange-ish-yellow-ish color would have been my very first choice if it was offered on the XTs (that I've found). Lots of blue and black available.  

[JTM]

Beautiful pics Brad.

Girlster, thankfully my first choice in color was Blue.

[Tyrroneous]

That orange-ish-yellow-ish color would have been my very first choice if it was offered on the XTs (that I've found). Lots of blue and black available.  

Plastics should be a direct swap, no?

[chornbe]

Plastics should be a direct swap, no?

for everything but the front fender.

[JTM]

just get a black front fender.

[Mastros2]

just get a black front fender.

Yep!  Then purchase the rest.  

[chornbe]

Blasphemy. Yet workable.  

[JReazor]

How about a can of Krylon Fusion in safety orange? The stuff works pretty well.

[wbrisett]

That orange-ish-yellow-ish color would have been my very first choice if it was offered on the XTs (that I've found). Lots of blue and black available.  

Red, Blue, and Black were the colors of the XT. However, to change the color is simply a matter of changing out two parts; change the flyscreen, and change the airbox.

Windscreen: M1601.1AKMBW   Retail Price: $71.00
Airbox: M1224.1AKMBW  Retail Price: $219.00

So, if you REALLY want orange, that's how you can do it.

(I just looked at the XT photos... Forgot about two other things). The XT has a colored fender and not a black one, and a colored plastic piece that's part of the front muffler. Black in those locations would make the bike look pretty close to the way an orange X looks.

-- and I have the bottom muffler part in black from my X which I took of when I put the Touratech muffler protector on the bike.

Wayne

[Mrs. DantesDame]

How about a can of Krylon Fusion in safety orange? The stuff works pretty well.

I'll second the Krylon Fusion. It has held onto the KLR for over two years now. Two years of abuse   and nary a ding or a scratch. Ok, so there was some rubbing on the fairing from when I had a bag strapped there in Mexico, but still....  


the painting process here

[chornbe]

Maybe I'll hunt up a second set of used plastics and try that at some point. The blue is nice, but the yellow-orange Ulysses X color is my fave.  

Thanks.

[kendenton]

Keep in mind some folks swap plastics over at bwb...

[wbrisett]

Maybe I'll hunt up a second set of used plastics and try that at some point. The blue is nice, but the yellow-orange Ulysses X color is my fave.  

Thanks.

If you want the black muffler part, shoot me an email and it's yours for the cost of shipping.

Wayne

[chornbe]

If you want the black muffler part, shoot me an email and it's yours for the cost of shipping.

Wayne

I'll take it. Will PM you info. Thanks man.

Keep in mind some folks swap plastics over at bwb...

I would look, but I'm afraid of the resulting seizures and internal bleeding from using their site software.

[falconati]

If you want the black muffler part, shoot me an email and it's yours for the cost of shipping.

Wayne

It's posts like these that make me tear up a little