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Travelling, Friends, and Trips
Started by PirateYarr at 04-27-2008 7:53 PM. Topic has 79 replies.
  
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 04-27-2008, 7:53 PM
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PirateYarr
 
Joined on 04-16-2008
Corvallis, OR
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I've been on a ton of forums lately and I'm new to the scene but really want to find some cool peeps to ride with slash share info, parts, tools, advice and what not.
So post in here if you're in the same position as I.
I'm in 21 years old and in Corvallis, Oregon.
1980 Cx500 Custom "Rusty Bob" - Sold
New Bike: 1999 Honda Shadow Spirit VT1100C
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04-27-2008, 8:19 PM
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Natrik
Joined on 04-17-2008
Eugene, Oregon
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Ahoy! Am a 27yr. old truck driver/musician/biker posting here from Eugene. I'm excited to see how many of us are here in Oregon. I've seen a few so far. As the weather improves we need to get together and enjoy some of this great scenery around here. I know it'd be great to find hookups on parts and such as well. Hope this helps the thread get rolling off to a good start!
If it wasn't for physics and law enforcement, I'd be unstoppable.....
1980 CX500 Custom, Hondian
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04-28-2008, 5:05 AM
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hugemoth
Joined on 01-21-2008
Bend, Oregon
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I'm in Bend and have a couple CXs and some other bikes. Have been riding all around Oregon for 25+ years and would probably join in on a group ride or two this summer.
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04-28-2008, 7:43 AM
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PirateYarr
Joined on 04-16-2008
Corvallis, OR
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Nice I was born and raised in Bend! I live out just past shevlin park out in Saddleback. There's a chance I might end up either here in Corvallis this summer or back in the BND.
1980 Cx500 Custom "Rusty Bob" - Sold
New Bike: 1999 Honda Shadow Spirit VT1100C
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04-28-2008, 11:38 AM
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Lance Portal Reptiles
Joined on 04-09-2008
Oregon
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04-28-2008, 7:38 PM
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timk
Joined on 02-26-2008
Hubbard Oregon
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Sounds like a great idea!
I'm in between Salem and the Portland Area.
Oh, I work on helicopters, mostly electrical.
I've owned a 454, 535, and 550cc bikes for only at most a year each in the 80's and early 90's. Just getting back into it... Resurrected a SR250 last year that my brother has now. So Now I'm getting my Interstate going!
82 GL500I (Commuter) 81 GL500 (spare parts)
83 GL650 (In Work) 83 CX650C (spare parts)
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t14/tim_pnw/GLCXFamily.jpg
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05-01-2008, 7:56 PM
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PirateYarr
Joined on 04-16-2008
Corvallis, OR
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Ah I don't know, just thought I'd throw it in there. Same here, minus the shop part, the shop being my backyard... I need to get these damn exhaust leaks sealed up at the mufflers to the hbox, but I can't get any clamps that are worth a damn, the originals didn't come with the bike. Any ideas?
1980 Cx500 Custom "Rusty Bob" - Sold
New Bike: 1999 Honda Shadow Spirit VT1100C
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05-16-2008, 5:02 PM
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Natrik
Joined on 04-17-2008
Eugene, Oregon
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Just wanted to keep this thread open. I'm looking forward to getting out the McKenzie river this weekend, taking advantage of this ridiculous heat. As the summer evens out and people have time, we should really plan a ride or two...
If it wasn't for physics and law enforcement, I'd be unstoppable.....
1980 CX500 Custom, Hondian
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05-16-2008, 6:01 PM
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hugemoth
Joined on 01-21-2008
Bend, Oregon
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I'm taking a ride on the Oldwing tomorrow. Bend, Sisters, Santiam Pass, Cougar Res, Aufderheide Rd, Oakridge, Crescent, Lapine, Bend.
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05-16-2008, 8:59 PM
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timk
Joined on 02-26-2008
Hubbard Oregon
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I wanted to put a thanks out,...
I met Da Bear today, he worked his schedule around mine, and gave me a grab bar for my rear seat!
Real nice guy.
Looking forward to meeting more of you!
Tim
82 GL500I (Commuter) 81 GL500 (spare parts)
83 GL650 (In Work) 83 CX650C (spare parts)
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t14/tim_pnw/GLCXFamily.jpg
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05-17-2008, 3:44 PM
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Natrik
Joined on 04-17-2008
Eugene, Oregon
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Awesome! I am too. Sorry I didn't get back about your trek across Central Oregon, Hugemoth! My Dad, brother and I rode up past Sweet home, foster Lake, and up Greenpeter. It was beutiful, but really hot. I forgot sunblock on one arm, now I have one white and one bright red arm...
If it wasn't for physics and law enforcement, I'd be unstoppable.....
1980 CX500 Custom, Hondian
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05-18-2008, 5:31 PM
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PirateYarr
Joined on 04-16-2008
Corvallis, OR
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HEY RUSTY BOB MADE IT
So this was my birthday weekend, and i took Rusty Bob all the way over to bend, from corvallis! Didn't have a hickup. This was my first motorcyle trip and man am I stoked!
Hugemoth I PM'ed you and you didn't get back to me i was hoping we could've hooked up in the BND but ah well, another time.
So the bike ran really well, till i got over to bend and pulled into the gas station. There the idle was flutering all over the place, at first i thought it was the difference in elevation but to my dismay it is still happening over here in the valley. I SeaFoamed it, but that didn't fix it unfortunently. So it's time to take the carbs out and clean them up and definitely check the emulsifier. This will be my first carb attempt hope it turns out well. The clutch is starting to scare me kinda hard, and clunky, when shifting, usually in first and second. I have no idea how to fix that, I already adjusted the freeplay on the clutch cable and that didnt' seem to do the trick, but i think the cable may need replacing, it has a crack with a bit of rust on one side. What do you all think?
I really need to find a bike mechanic and befriend him (any takers?). I just don't know enough to tackle these problems on my own. So i'm going to be working on the bike on and off this week, i have the basic rider team oregon training this weekend so i don't think i'll be able to go for a ride, but maybe after that!
P.S. 51 mpg with the 883 sportsters, no rejet, and the hbox! This is why i bought a bike in the first place.
1980 Cx500 Custom "Rusty Bob" - Sold
New Bike: 1999 Honda Shadow Spirit VT1100C
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05-19-2008, 2:07 PM
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Anonymous
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Hi,
My name is Mike and I am new to motorcycles. 59 yrs
old and live in N. Portland. Own a 79 CX500 Custom. Would like to touch base
w/like minded folks to diagnose mechanical issues from time to time. Good to
know there are others nearby.
T.Y. Mike
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05-20-2008, 3:53 AM
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Anonymous
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You should copy and paste this in one of the other categories so everyone can check it out and give you some ideas, Pirateyarr. I'm sure there's lots of advice to be had....
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05-20-2008, 3:54 AM
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Natrik
Joined on 04-17-2008
Eugene, Oregon
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Sorry, that was me. Cleaned out my cookies and forgot to sign back in...
If it wasn't for physics and law enforcement, I'd be unstoppable.....
1980 CX500 Custom, Hondian
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05-20-2008, 8:28 AM
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PirateYarr
Joined on 04-16-2008
Corvallis, OR
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Natrik, what do you think about painting the top of the carbs and the aluminum intake tubes black? I ask you this seeinig as you have done some painting already on your bike, anyone can chime in. See i'm painting the cylinder head covers black and then polishing the spines. Or do you think it would look better to polish those parts instead. Only down side is i don't have a polishing wheel...
1980 Cx500 Custom "Rusty Bob" - Sold
New Bike: 1999 Honda Shadow Spirit VT1100C
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05-20-2008, 11:19 AM
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cascaderider
Joined on 05-20-2008
Roseburg, Or
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Hey all, I just bought my son an 81 CX500 Deluxe. We pulled the fairing off last night and we're loooking for a headlight and associated mounting hardware. We're in Roseburg and would love to meet some CX bretheren.
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05-21-2008, 8:09 AM
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Anonymous
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Oregan Riders,
Here is a nice rally for you guys to cinsider going to to meet up. You could have a rally inside a rally. I know your bikes would be a hit. These are the kinds of rallies where you never even need to take you key out of your bike and everyone is friendly.
If there would be any questions asked, which is doubtful, just tell them that I invited you to go to the rally.
David Wiener
BMWMOA #45182
R80Dave
David from Wisconsin
R80Dave
OR June 19 - 21, 2008
Chief Joseph Rally
BMW Riders of Oregon
#83
Join us at the Grant County Fair grounds nestled in the scenic Strawberry
Mountains of John Day, Oregon, for a weekend of great riding, Seminars and
fellowship. The historic city is located at the crossroads of Oregon’s highways
395 and 26. Enjoy some of the west’s best riding, gold and cattle country,
refreshing mountain passes, painted hills, river canyons and wide open high
desert. Maps of scenic rides and Grant County visitor sites will be available at
the rally information booth or visit our Website at www.bmwro.org to begin
planning now. Contact the rally Chairperson Lane Weinberg at
lane_weinberg@mac.com or 503-522-1067.
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05-21-2008, 8:23 AM
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PirateYarr
Joined on 04-16-2008
Corvallis, OR
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Sounds like fun. Can't believe those BMW's want us tagging along, it must be our character and charisma. Well here's the costs... (provided at their website)
- Pre-Registration: $40.00 per person [must be post marked by 6/05/2008]
- Gate Registration: $50.00 per person
- 12 yrs and younger: $10.00 per person
This broke college student most likely wont be attending, but who knows maybe when I get a summer job going, I might have funding.
If there's a good turn out of people here with CX's I might consider it.
CascadeRider: Welcome to the thread. You can find the headlight assembly and what not on ebay for pretty cheap, most all cx years are compatible.
1980 Cx500 Custom "Rusty Bob" - Sold
New Bike: 1999 Honda Shadow Spirit VT1100C
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05-22-2008, 8:14 AM
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cascaderider
Joined on 05-20-2008
Roseburg, Or
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Thanks for the welcome, PirateYarr! I've looked on ebay and haven't found exactly what I'm after. There was a bucket that went for about $40 including shipping. No brackets though. I have a couple of leads out. Talked to Tim last night, who was very helpful and dug through a box of stuff looking for what I needed.
I'll keep up the search.
Paul
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05-31-2008, 3:58 PM
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Natrik
Joined on 04-17-2008
Eugene, Oregon
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There's a guy here in Eugene who will have just what you want, I'm sure. Go to www.cyclepsycho.com. Lots of stuff he has isn't on Ebay, but you can take a "virtual tour" (a bunch of pics) of his shop and get an idea. I bet you can find one that is just what you need, even if it is from a different bike altogether. There's a link to his Yamaha chopper project in the links tab in this forum. Let me know if you head over here, we can go for a ride....
Also, Pirateyarr, if there's something he has you need, I can probebly pick it up from him and drop it off for you when I'm up there mondays or thursdays. Pretty convienient that you live three blocks from one of my deliveries....
If it wasn't for physics and law enforcement, I'd be unstoppable.....
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