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by beemer dood
Mon Sep 03, 2018 4:48 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Trouble finding neutral
Replies: 9
Views: 1120

Re: Trouble finding neutral

I just let the clutch out a bit so that the bike rolls forward a few inches.  Then it drops right into neutral every time. 
by beemer dood
Mon Aug 20, 2018 11:47 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Which Sena model to get?
Replies: 15
Views: 2269

Re: Which Sena model to get?

I use and recommend the Sena 20S.  I only rarely listen to the built-in radio on the bike, but have, at times.  Usually I'm listening to music that I've put on a chip in the Garmin Nav VI. You can charge the Sena at the same time that you're listening to it.  I use a very ...
by beemer dood
Wed Aug 15, 2018 1:33 am
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Wanted : BMW Nav 4 or 5
Replies: 6
Views: 1098

Re: Wanted : BMW Nav 4 or 5

Would one from the US work?  I'm pretty sure that maps for your area can be downloaded. 
by beemer dood
Wed Aug 15, 2018 12:53 am
Forum: Tips and tricks
Topic: Programming Key Fob, keyless ride
Replies: 15
Views: 5490

Re: Programming Key Fob, keyless ride

I was able to program my new fob without completely removing the windscreen adjuster.  Just removing the two screws at the top of it allowed it to move upwards enough for me to get the fob close enough to the ring for it to program.  In the second diagram that Austavia provided, th...
by beemer dood
Wed Aug 15, 2018 12:38 am
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Galaxy S7 Mount & Charge - What should I consider
Replies: 2
Views: 801

Re: Galaxy S7 Mount & Charge - What should I consider

I'm a fan of the Perfect Squeeze phone mount.  The tightening screw is secured with a ball detent so it won't vibrate loose.  http://www.hondogarage.com/index.php/product/landing/perfect-squeeze-phone-mount [size=2px] [/size] For charging I'd suggest running a USB cable from the US...
by beemer dood
Sun Jul 08, 2018 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Storage Compartment lid Clip, what's it for?
Replies: 11
Views: 1615

Re: Storage Compartment lid Clip, what's it for?

I've been told (or read someplace) that it was to hold early versions (which are much smaller than today's models) of the Iphone and that the other side of the phone would go into the slot in the foam in the bottom of the compartment. 
by beemer dood
Wed Mar 21, 2018 5:39 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: New to the RT: tips?
Replies: 23
Views: 2673

Re: New to the RT: tips?

My list of after market add–ons includes Bar risers Grip Buddies Wunderlich front and rear protection bars Wunderlich mirrors mounted on the lever bases Hondo "Perfect Squeeze" phone mount on a Ram arm. Wunderlich side stand base enlarger Ilium highway pegs Hard mount for Garmin Nav IV GPS...
by beemer dood
Sat Feb 10, 2018 4:01 pm
Forum: Maintenance, Servicing and Problems
Topic: Which disc locks are owners using ??
Replies: 20
Views: 2705

Re: Which disc locks are owners using ??

I use an Abus Granit Detecto X Plus 8077.  It has a motion detector alarm.  I count on the alarm to remind me that it's there so I don't try to ride off with it still on the disc.  I don't pretend that it's going to attract attention to scare off thieves as it's fairly eas...
by beemer dood
Tue Oct 31, 2017 2:49 am
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Where/how to mount a cel phone?
Replies: 7
Views: 1623

Re: Where/how to mount a cel phone?

I have a 2011 RT.  I replaced one of the screws that holds the handlebars on with a Ram Ball.  I use the large Ram mount.  To hold the phone I use the Perfect Squeeze from Hondo Garage.  I still use a leash 'just in case,' but so far the phone hasn't moved.&nb...
by beemer dood
Thu Sep 28, 2017 3:12 pm
Forum: Tools
Topic: Gas Soldering Iron
Replies: 3
Views: 2213

Re: Gas Soldering Iron

If you go this way be sure to keep an extra bottle of butane handy.  Sometimes the device leaks, and when you need it, it's empty.  I suggest using only top quality butane.  The cheaper stuff is not filtered as well and gunk can stop up the internal valves. 
by beemer dood
Sun May 14, 2017 6:32 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Windshield riding speed
Replies: 36
Views: 7983

Re: Windshield riding speed

I'm 6' 1" and I have my seat in the high position.  I usually ride with my windshield all the way down on surface streets.  On the freeway I raise it a little bit to reduce turbulence unless it's very hot.  Then I want the airflow to keep me cooled down.  Abo...
by beemer dood
Wed Apr 12, 2017 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: I dropped my bike...
Replies: 73
Views: 11237

Re: I dropped my bike...

The eternal optimist in me says, "At least you don't have to worry about 'the first scratch' now!" 
by beemer dood
Wed Apr 12, 2017 6:16 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: I dropped my bike...
Replies: 73
Views: 11237

Re: I dropped my bike...

I second the motion!  Can't be more embarrassing than the video I put up. We've all got moments like that in our history.  I'm currently sitting at home with my leg all strapped u and crutches beside me, having torn a calf muscle last Sunday, putting my GS on its centre-stand in t...
by beemer dood
Sun Apr 09, 2017 4:07 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: I dropped my bike...
Replies: 73
Views: 11237

Re: I dropped my bike...

It's been suggested to me to have the passenger start out standing as close as possible to the bike when mounting.  This decreases the lever arm when they step up onto the peg, using your shoulder as an assist to pull themselves up and then balance on while they swing a leg over.  ...
by beemer dood
Mon Jan 23, 2017 3:31 pm
Forum: Aftermarket Parts & Accessories
Topic: Heed Engine Crash Bars
Replies: 42
Views: 10500

Re: Heed Engine Crash Bars

Got my bike about two years ago.  It had plastic head protectors on it when I got it.  I mounted the Wunderlich front protection bars about a year ago, not only for the protection in a drop, but also because I wanted to mount some lights there.  When I mounted the front ba...