Dennis Andress Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Yeah, I'm rushing this... Eureka Springs weather forecast for the next few days. How much warmer will it be four weeks from now when we are there? 1 Link to comment
MikeB60 Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Well we are in a record heatwave for this time of year in the southeast. 99 degrees on my deck a I type. 1 Link to comment
John Ranalletta Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 It was 90 in the shade at dinner time yesterday. Good, old fashion summer. Why, I remember.... 1 1 Link to comment
Skywagon Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 Here is long range forecast for July… probably a guess that far out. Doesn’t look too bad Link to comment
TSConver Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 58 minutes ago, Skywagon said: Here is long range forecast for July… probably a guess that far out. Doesn’t look too bad Ah hell now we are screwed. Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted June 13 Author Share Posted June 13 So…. What’s your favorite route across West Texas? Link to comment
MikeB60 Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 Dosent matter as long as I'm in the F150! 1 2 Link to comment
Bernie Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 13 hours ago, Skywagon said: Here is long range forecast for July… probably a guess that far out. Doesn’t look too bad Great - No rain? 1 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 4 hours ago, Bernie said: Great - No rain? Well sh**! Then I’m not going… 2 Link to comment
roadscholar Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 20 hours ago, Dennis Andress said: So…. What’s your favorite route across West Texas? None in July on a motorcycle. Elevation is your friend, If it were me I'd take 60 to Santa Rosa for some secondary road scenery (Amarillo is 3500') then slab it to Fort Smith to make up time. A cool little town in between is Okemah, OK, home of Woody Guthrie, there's a great old time 3rd or 4th generation hardware store that sells used tires out the back, damhik : ) https://www.woodyfest.com/ 1 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted June 14 Author Share Posted June 14 32 minutes ago, roadscholar said: A cool little town in between is Okemah, OK, home of Woody Guthrie, there's a great old time 3rd or 4th generation hardware store that sells used tires out the back, damhik : ) https://www.woodyfest.com/ Are there any fun roads in Oklahoma? 1 Link to comment
roadscholar Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 1 hour ago, Dennis Andress said: Are there any fun roads in Oklahoma? Yes, comparatively. W-E from OKC maybe 270 to 1 to 59 then N on 71 and 23 back up to 40, some of it is the Talimena Scenic Byway. Haven't done it but always tempted to use some combination when I go that way. https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=19GrvCUJAkKeqXTduuuNrcoKh9Q2Lo5Y&usp=sharing 1 Link to comment
BamaJohn Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 21 hours ago, Dennis Andress said: So…. What’s your favorite route across West Texas? The very northern border. 1 Link to comment
Dave_in_TX Posted June 14 Share Posted June 14 1 hour ago, Dennis Andress said: Are there any fun roads in Oklahoma? The eastern part of OK is much like AR. 1 Link to comment
Dave_in_TX Posted June 15 Share Posted June 15 3 hours ago, BamaJohn said: The very northern border. I have had much more boring rides than I10 through west Texas. Link to comment
BamaJohn Posted June 15 Share Posted June 15 9 hours ago, Dave_in_TX said: I have had much more boring rides than I10 through west Texas. Apologies to Dave, and so have I (had more boring rides than I-10 thru west Texas). Looking forward to seeing everyone at Unrally. Link to comment
Oldrider51 Posted June 16 Share Posted June 16 The temperature is one thing, but it is the humidity that will kill you. 92 is okay but not with a heat index of over 100 which is entirely possibly in July. Ask how I know, I live here! Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted June 17 Author Share Posted June 17 Yeah, I grew up in Austin, worked for a summer on the Houston ship channel…. Tucson was a couple degrees cooler today at 104°. Link to comment
randy Posted June 23 Share Posted June 23 The Atlanta crowd is getting ready new, front sprocket, chain, rear sprocket, oil filter, oil, front tire and rear tire luggage carrier for truck Motorcycle lift for truck did a test run from Lawrenceville, GA to Clayton, GA up to blue Ridge parkway back to Clayton Still about 6 items on the to-do list but getting there 6 Link to comment
Bernie Posted June 23 Share Posted June 23 Finally got to go for a ride this morning. The bike is ready after its encounter with a TN Rock at START 24. New front and rear tires mounted, with a new front rim. Also, Exhaust system replaced, since cross over tube got crushed by the Rock. Now it’s time for its 12k service and then the bike should be ready for the UnRally 2024. As for the operator, that is a puzzle in itself. 6 3 1 Link to comment
BamaJohn Posted June 25 Share Posted June 25 Two days ago I began the task of replacing the rear tire and brake pads on the Spyder (a significant task by itself). Once the lift was placed properly, I removed the rear brake caliper and removed the old pads, to discover that the pads were toast (but not to the metal) and the caliper piston had extended and come loose from it's shaft (the front caliper pistons just push in/out, but the rear piston screws in/out, much like some automobiles). So, 12 days before leaving for the UNrally, I'm screwed by a caliper piston becoming UNscrewed! Researching whether this has happened before, I found that this is a known issue, and the fix is hit & miss. If I'm unable to get the piston screwed back onto its shaft, the only option is a new Brembo caliper at $500! The good news is that a new tire is now mounted and the caliper is on my work bench. Now to practice my yoga mantra and screw the piston! 3 Link to comment
Dave_in_TX Posted June 25 Share Posted June 25 2 minutes ago, BamaJohn said: Two days ago I began the task of replacing the rear tire and brake pads on the Spyder (a significant task by itself). Once the lift was placed properly, I removed the rear brake caliper and removed the old pads, to discover that the pads were toast (but not to the metal) and the caliper piston had extended and come loose from it's shaft (the front caliper pistons just push in/out, but the rear piston screws in/out, much like some automobiles). So, 12 days before leaving for the UNrally, I'm screwed by a caliper piston becoming UNscrewed! Researching whether this has happened before, I found that this is a known issue, and the fix is hit & miss. If I'm unable to get the piston screwed back onto its shaft, the only option is a new Brembo caliper at $500! The good news is that a new tire is now mounted and the caliper is on my work bench. Now to practice my yoga mantra and screw the piston! Good luck 1 Link to comment
BamaJohn Posted June 27 Share Posted June 27 Well, it's now 9 days till departure for UNrally '24, and the Gremlins; Banshee; Rougarou; and Marie Laveau have all teamed up to place as many obstacles as possible in the way. 6/25--A new rear brake caliper was ordered...-in stock in Southern IL. Supposed to deliver 6/27-28 via USPS ; It went to STL first; 6/27 (today), USPS says it's in PORTLAND OREGON!- not Alabama! I can only deduct that the routing system at USPS is directionally-challenged!!!! The shipper is working with USPS to see what's real, and what can be done. Did I mention that I don't like drama?........ 1 Link to comment
Skywagon Posted June 27 Share Posted June 27 Wx long range forecast suggest it might be a tad warm, but no rain. Since our Wx folks can't predict this afternoon with any degree of accuracy, take it for what it's worth. See ya soon. Link to comment
Rougarou Posted June 27 Share Posted June 27 39 minutes ago, BamaJohn said: Well, it's now 9 days till departure for UNrally '24, and the Gremlins; Banshee; Rougarou; and Marie Laveau have all teamed up to place as many obstacles as possible in the way. I did no such thing 1 2 Link to comment
Rougarou Posted June 27 Share Posted June 27 10 minutes ago, Skywagon said: Wx long range forecast suggest it might be a tad warm, but no rain. Since our Wx folks can't predict this afternoon with any degree of accuracy, take it for what it's worth. See ya soon. Well, on my ride home yesterday, bike thermo hit 100* on the dot,.....prolly just heat reflecting from the road.....it simmered back down to 98* 1 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted June 27 Author Share Posted June 27 1 hour ago, BamaJohn said: Did I mention that I don't like drama?........ It is all too common. 1 2 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted June 27 Author Share Posted June 27 A SW Arizona's monsoon consists of cloudy days of humidity and heat. This crud will build for a couple of days and then let loose. Typically, when the forecast is for a 60% chance of rain, 60% of the town will get really wet. That happened last Saturday when 40% of town got more than 2" of rain (that's a lot). But, the clouds and humidity are still here. I guess I'm being acclimatized. It might rain again this weekend, but it might not. 2 Link to comment
Bernie Posted June 27 Share Posted June 27 I had the bike at BMW of Daytona for its 12k service, besides changing oil, oil filter, air filter and spark plugs they also tested the drive shaft and after it past the test lubed the splines. They also flushed the brake system, which the other dealer forgot to do at 6 k service. Also all intake valves needed adjusting and they installed the newest software, 014_012_021. Now I can play Netflix videos while curve surfing. 4 1 Link to comment
MikeB60 Posted June 28 Share Posted June 28 19 hours ago, BamaJohn said: Well, it's now 9 days till departure for UNrally '24, and the Gremlins; Banshee; Rougarou; and Marie Laveau have all teamed up to place as many obstacles as possible in the way. 6/25--A new rear brake caliper was ordered...-in stock in Southern IL. Supposed to deliver 6/27-28 via USPS ; It went to STL first; 6/27 (today), USPS says it's in PORTLAND OREGON!- not Alabama! I can only deduct that the routing system at USPS is directionally-challenged!!!! The shipper is working with USPS to see what's real, and what can be done. Did I mention that I don't like drama?........ John, you forgot the Bell Witch ! 1 1 Link to comment
BamaJohn Posted July 1 Share Posted July 1 Update: New rear tire fitted and installed....new rear caliper arrived & installed & bled (thanks to a Friend...you know who you are!). Wound up taking a full quart of Dot4 to clear all the air! As of this morning, the Spyder's ready and so am I....... 7 1 Link to comment
randy Posted July 1 Share Posted July 1 Atlanta crew leaves in 4 days and 12 hours :-) I am so ready for this trip 3 Link to comment
Dave_in_TX Posted July 1 Share Posted July 1 I have about 725 miles from where I'm staying in Wisconsin to the motel. Hope to leave for Eueka Springs about 5am Sunday. 3 Link to comment
Tron Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 14 hours ago, Dave_in_TX said: I have about 725 miles from where I'm staying in Wisconsin to the motel. Hope to leave for Eueka Springs about 5am Sunday. Is anybody else going to arrive Sunday and going to ride Monday? I'll try to find you guys Sunday evening at the hotel somewhere... 1 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted July 2 Author Share Posted July 2 20 minutes ago, Tron said: Is anybody else going to arrive Sunday and going to ride Monday? I'll try to find you guys Sunday evening at the hotel somewhere... Me Link to comment
Bernie Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 23 minutes ago, Tron said: Is anybody else going to arrive Sunday and going to ride Monday? I'll try to find you guys Sunday evening at the hotel somewhere... If plans work out the way they should, I should be checking in Saturday evening. 1 Link to comment
Bernie Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 3 minutes ago, Dennis Andress said: Me I like your new ride. Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted July 2 Author Share Posted July 2 45 minutes ago, Bernie said: I like your new ride. A case of premix is about all it can carry. 1 1 1 Link to comment
Dave_in_TX Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 2 hours ago, Tron said: Is anybody else going to arrive Sunday and going to ride Monday? I'll try to find you guys Sunday evening at the hotel somewhere... After a long day riding down Sunday, I may or may not be in the mood to ride Monday. 1 Link to comment
randy Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 the Atlanta crew, Randy, Uncle Tom, Andy and Kathryn are arriving Saturday 7/6 around 6pm Local time. We plan on a nice dinner, to bed early and riding Sunday - Friday leaving the following Saturday 7/13 If anyone else is riding Sunday and does not mind a slow group, please join us. Quote 1 Link to comment
Skywagon Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 43 minutes ago, randy said: anyone else is riding Sunday and does not mind a slow group, please join us. Not Sunday but Mon-Fri would be nice and appreciated. I can ride fast, but prefer scenery vs speed 1 Link to comment
MikeB60 Posted July 2 Share Posted July 2 9 hours ago, Tron said: Is anybody else going to arrive Sunday and going to ride Monday? I'll try to find you guys Sunday evening at the hotel somewhere... We are arriving on Saturday. Follow the cigar smoke, you'll find me! Definitely up for a ride on Monday. 1 1 Link to comment
Bernie Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 Well, I have intention of riding every day. That is really the reason I ride to these events. Bike is loaded and my back seat navigator is ready to go. 6 1 Link to comment
Skywagon Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 Could be a wrinkle for me. Hurricane Beryl is headed to the Gulf. The forecasts are mixed. Some say it will stay Northern Mexico and some say starting to head towards South Texas Coast as far north as...guess what....where my property/boat is. It is supposed to hit Sunday @ 2pm. My plans right now are to keep a close eye on Beryl and head for Arkansas Sunday as planned. The wrinkle is, my insurance clearly states if a hurricane is forecasted to hit you and you don't batten down the hatches and move the boat out of harms way, your coverage doesn't apply. Battening down the hatches and moving the boat 100 miles inland is no small chore. I'll take an educated guess sometime Thursday and at the latest Friday. If they order evacuation it is a real nightmare to get in and then get back out. The latest 2-forecast...One says life is good and one says I'm going to be cleaning up a mess again. Ike, Harvey, now Beryl. Do they RT Floats? https://youtu.be/bPsZzrXCsPA?t=378 1 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted July 3 Author Share Posted July 3 We could have a hurricane party on your boat… Link to comment
MikeB60 Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 26 minutes ago, Skywagon said: Could be a wrinkle for me. Hurricane Beryl is headed to the Gulf. The forecasts are mixed. Some say it will stay Northern Mexico and some say starting to head towards South Texas Coast as far north as...guess what....where my property/boat is. It is supposed to hit Sunday @ 2pm. My plans right now are to keep a close eye on Beryl and head for Arkansas Sunday as planned. The wrinkle is, my insurance clearly states if a hurricane is forecasted to hit you and you don't batten down the hatches and move the boat out of harms way, your coverage doesn't apply. Battening down the hatches and moving the boat 100 miles inland is no small chore. I'll take an educated guess sometime Thursday and at the latest Friday. If they order evacuation it is a real nightmare to get in and then get back out. Dave, I was wondering if that thing was going to cause you problems. Hopefully it's a non issue. 2 Link to comment
Skywagon Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 Just edited my post to put in the most informative wx possible. Real scientist not local TV. 1 Link to comment
Dennis Andress Posted July 3 Author Share Posted July 3 3 minutes ago, Skywagon said: Just edited my post to put in the most informative wx possible. Real scientist not local TV. Depending on which forecast model you use, Windy.com says Texas is going to get wet. Where would you move the boat to? Link to comment
Skywagon Posted July 3 Share Posted July 3 Hey Dennis...I know you know Texas so here is by city and a little map for refresher. Boat is in Port Aransas....bottom of map by Corpus Christi. I'm in Bellaire map near Houston. I would bring in to Houston as don't think the storm would impact Houston. If that were to change I would take it to property in Buffalo Texas...top of map. Link to comment
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