Recent content by Mtn Rider

I assume you left the bike somewhere and its not at your house, but the rear tire is not difficult to remove and replace. Check you manual. I wouldn't rent a truck or have it towed for a flat tire. That's just me. Also consider buying a plug kit (any MC shop) and doing a temp fix with the...

Pit Bull Stand Placement on Swingarm I had the same problem with the Pit Bull stand sliding forward. Unless I have to adjust the chain I just place the lift tabs behind the axle (rather than in front of the axle) so the lift slides forward and stops against the axle nuts. But you're right...

Good Link for Chain Mtce No pun intended, but IMO this link gave a comprehensive unbiased overview of chain cleaning and maintenance. Understand Motorcycle Chains @ CyberPoet.Net Note the part on how you can damage a chain by improperly cleaning it, not just the solvent, but the using a...

Good for You Congratulations, and welcome to the madness of MC ownership. By the looks of the bike it is a 2009 (just look at the title to verify). I'm guessing he bought a leftover 2009 model in 2011. Not uncommon. Here's a suggestion. Assuming you are ok with Blue 2009 (2009-2012...

When in Moab - Ride Highway 128 Maybe it's already on your route agenda when you get to Moab, but Highway 128 (aka the river road) is a great ride. It starts just north of Moab and follows the Colo River. Ride out about 25 miles (+/-) until the road turns north and away from the river and...

Well I'm 59 and intend to ride as long as I feel my riding skills hold out. I started riding when I was 14 so I'm as comfortble riding as driving. I don't drag my knees but I'm not shy about leaning a bike over in a corner. I ride about 5,000 miles a year (+/-). Of all the bikes I've owned...