Oct 26, 2008
DUCATI TERRA MOSTRO
For the motorcyclist magazine test review click here
from the terramostro website:
from the terramostro website:The Terra Mostro Story:
In the summer of 2006 Kent Harle – CEO and Blaine Dehmlow – President of Overland motorcycles, started with a drawing on a napkin of a true 50/50 dual sport bike that would be purpose built for the rider has to explore those outlying places in order to feel at home in this world. And they never stopped working, hoping, and spending to get it right. Kent’s considerable experience in design and manufacturing along with Blaine’s extensive field experience as an off road adventure outfitter has helped them bring to market a truly unique tool for moto-explorations. Recently the addition of Chris Rodewald, in charge of marketing and promotions, has positioned Overland Motorcycles to offer a compelling option for the adventure purist and enthusiast.
Oct 25, 2008
THE MOTOGUZZI STELVIO
ANGRY YES, BUT WE LIKE HER TOO.
BABY BOOMER "EYE CANDY"
BABY BOOMER "EYE CANDY"
DOVE CHI AUTOBUS?
THE 2009 MOTOGUZZI STELVIO - READ THE COMPLETE REVIEW BY RIDER MAGAZINE HERE.
BY THE LOOKS OF IT IT MAY HAVE SOME CHARACTERISTICS WITH ITS COUSIN "STEVIA", SWEET AT FIRST BUT LEAVING A HEAVY AFTERTASTE. THE WESTIES DOUBT IT COULD RAIL UNTAMED FIREROADS. BUT THAT REMAINS TO BE RIDDEN.
BY THE LOOKS OF IT IT MAY HAVE SOME CHARACTERISTICS WITH ITS COUSIN "STEVIA", SWEET AT FIRST BUT LEAVING A HEAVY AFTERTASTE. THE WESTIES DOUBT IT COULD RAIL UNTAMED FIREROADS. BUT THAT REMAINS TO BE RIDDEN.
Oct 24, 2008
TIP FOR '09
IN AN EFFORT TO INCREASE THE JOY, SPREAD THE LOVE, DECREASE THE INSTANCE OF MONKEY BUTT/NUTT AND GENERALLY BOOST STAMINA THROUGH THE LONG WINTER AHEAD...
We at WCDS suggest you save your old, tired, worn out knobbies and put screws in them for when the snow comes. pictures to follow in the ensuing months.
Dual Sport Wisconsin style - we sent a copy of this to the California Air Resources Board
Can you imagine this with ice tires.....tyres!
GPS TRACKMASTER
many screen views are provided with this software and work well with google earth plus
With the free version:
You can create fast vectorial background maps
Download and upload Waypoints, Tracklogs and Routes to/from GPS
More than 260 GPS icons for Waypoints
Calibrate map images in GIF, JPG, BMP, WMF and EMF
Many tools to create Tracklogs
Many other tools to create your own maps
You can create fast vectorial background maps
Download and upload Waypoints, Tracklogs and Routes to/from GPS
More than 260 GPS icons for Waypoints
Calibrate map images in GIF, JPG, BMP, WMF and EMF
Many tools to create Tracklogs
Many other tools to create your own maps
GPS BABEL for THE LOST
this is sniped from their home page - $25 bucks for the software
What is GPSBabel?
GPSBabel converts waypoints, tracks, and routes between popular GPS receivers and mapping programs. It also has powerful manipulation tools for such data.
By flattening the Tower of Babel that the authors of various programs for manipulating GPS data have imposed upon us, it returns to us the ability to freely move our own waypoint data between the programs and hardware we choose to use.
It contains extensive data manipulation abilities making it a convenient for server-side processing or as the backend for other tools.
It does not convert, transfer, send, or manipulate maps. We process data that may (or may not be) placed on a map, such as waypoints, tracks, and routes.
GPSBabel converts waypoints, tracks, and routes between popular GPS receivers and mapping programs. It also has powerful manipulation tools for such data.
By flattening the Tower of Babel that the authors of various programs for manipulating GPS data have imposed upon us, it returns to us the ability to freely move our own waypoint data between the programs and hardware we choose to use.
It contains extensive data manipulation abilities making it a convenient for server-side processing or as the backend for other tools.
It does not convert, transfer, send, or manipulate maps. We process data that may (or may not be) placed on a map, such as waypoints, tracks, and routes.
screenshot:
DR 650 RIDER - Great site with Great stuff
Pro Cycle of Oregon has this for all you DR 650 Riders
Mikuni TM40 Pumper Carburetor kitAmazing increase in throttle response. More power over a much wider range. Runs smoother at lower RPMs. Pulls taller gearing with ease. Power wheelies! Comes with adapters, new cables and extra jetting for fine tuning, extended fuel screw. Knob type choke included but the stock cable choke fits perfectly. It even has a vacuum port for the stock fuel petcock.
VESPA WORLDS - MONGOLIA
Vespa World Enduro Round 17 After the first 16 rounds most of the riders and bikes were put back together for the final round in smeiodtach mongolia on October 20.
After three laps the race was red flagged due to massive DNF's. The muddy rock laden smeidtakian course proved to be a real challenge fro all participants. Round 17 will resume next weekend after parts are brought in from neighboring China.
TOURATECH GLOBAL EVENT UK
Here's the Latest From TAT'S site click below for the link and more info on great christmas ideas for your buddies or riding partners.
Touratech Celebrate Biking Success as Riders Pour into the UK’s New Adventure Motorcycle Capital
The weekend of 27th and 28th September saw motorcyclists come from all over the UK to celebrate motorcycle overland touring at Touratech’s new base at Ystradgynlais in South Wales. Approximately 500 motorcycles and over 1000 people attended at Touratech’s new UK HQ and showroom, which is situated in what is fast becoming the adventure motorcycling capital of the UK. Over 200 of these visitors made best use of the change of weather and camped for the weekend.
Biking and travel celebrity Charley Boorman headlined the festivities by hosting a special unofficial ‘final’ stage of his ‘By Any Means’ adventure which saw police escorted riders following the Charley as he rode a Segway, BMW R1200GS Adventure, KTM 950 Adventure, BMW R1150GS, Yamaha XT660 Tenere and a Mini Moto bike around the town (By Any Means is currently being screened on BBC2). Charley stayed for the entire weekend to talk to visitors and he entertained a packed audience at the evening chat show. There was also a great reception for Dakar Rally riders Nick Plumb and Simon Pavey, who thrilled and inspired the audience with talks about their own adventures.
Click here for the full report
The weekend of 27th and 28th September saw motorcyclists come from all over the UK to celebrate motorcycle overland touring at Touratech’s new base at Ystradgynlais in South Wales. Approximately 500 motorcycles and over 1000 people attended at Touratech’s new UK HQ and showroom, which is situated in what is fast becoming the adventure motorcycling capital of the UK. Over 200 of these visitors made best use of the change of weather and camped for the weekend.
Biking and travel celebrity Charley Boorman headlined the festivities by hosting a special unofficial ‘final’ stage of his ‘By Any Means’ adventure which saw police escorted riders following the Charley as he rode a Segway, BMW R1200GS Adventure, KTM 950 Adventure, BMW R1150GS, Yamaha XT660 Tenere and a Mini Moto bike around the town (By Any Means is currently being screened on BBC2). Charley stayed for the entire weekend to talk to visitors and he entertained a packed audience at the evening chat show. There was also a great reception for Dakar Rally riders Nick Plumb and Simon Pavey, who thrilled and inspired the audience with talks about their own adventures.
Click here for the full report
Oct 23, 2008
Oct 19, 2008
2009 BMW F 800 GS
2009 BMW F800GS - Specifications
MSRP: $10,520
Dual Sport???
Adventure, YES!!!
Engine
Type Water cooled twin cylinder 4 stroke
Displacement 798 cc
Bore X Stroke 82mm x 75mm
Horsepower 85 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Torque 62 lb/ft @ 5750 rpm
Valve Gear DOHC, chain-driven with cam followers
No of cylinders 2
Compression Ratio 12.0:1
Engine Management BMW Engine Controller - BMS K
Valves per Cylinder Four
Valves 2 x 32mm intake / 2 x 27.5mm exhaust
Fuel Tank HDPE, internal pump and internal filter
Alternator W N/A
Battery V/AH 12 Volts 14 Amps/hour
Engine Summary N/A
Drivetrain
Clutch Wet multi plate
Gear Box 6
Primary Transmission 1.94
Gear Ratios I: 2.46
II: 1.75
III: 1.38
IV: 1.17
V: 1.04
VI: 0.96
Final Drive System Chain
Final Drive Ratio 1:2.6
Not too sure how it's gonna be in the tight stuff, but all the Doctors and Dentists I know are braggin' about how they can kick Malcolm's butt on this bike.
Hey if Jimmy Louis can rail .....
Frame & Suspension
Frame Tubular steel frame with a semi stressed engine
Front wheel suspension 45mm USD Fork
Rear wheel suspension Double sided aluminum swingarm
Spring Travel front/rear 9.0 inches / 8.5 inches
Ground Clearance N/A
Handlebar center point angle 64 degrees
Brakes
Brake System BMW
Front Brakes 4 Piston Caliper x 2
Front Rotor 11.8 inch Dual Rotors
Rear Brakes 2 Piston Caliper
Rear Rotor 10.4 inch single Rotor
Actuation Hydraulic, DOT 4 Fluid
Wheels & Tires
Front Wheel 2.15 x 21 spoked wheel with aluminum rim
Rear Wheel 4.25 x 17 spoked wheel with aluminum rim
Front Tire 90/90-21
Rear Tire 150/70-17
Dimensions
Overall Length 91.0 inches
Overall Width 34.2 inches
Wheelbase 62.1 inches
Seat height 33.5 - 34.6 inches
Weight - Dry 392 lbs
Max permissible weight 975 lbs
Fuel Capacity 4.2 gallons
Sure looks "Stunning" Extras in clude external power at no charge, stainless exhaust and good 'ol california smog (probably 10 lbs. worth).For an extra grand you can get ABS...do you really want it? I kinda like lockin' it up! especially on ice and snow.
Standard Equipment
Closed Loop 3 Way Catalytic Converter with Oxygen Sensor $N/C
Complete Stainless Steel Exhaust System $N/C
Hydraulic Rear Spring Preload Adjuster $N/C
Electronic Immobilizer $N/C
Single Wire System $N/C
Adjustable Brake and Clutch Levers $N/C
Power Socket $N/C
Spoke Wheels $N/C
Chain Drive $N/C
Closed Loop 3 Way Catalytic Converter with Oxygen Sensor $N/C
Complete Stainless Steel Exhaust System $N/C
Hydraulic Rear Spring Preload Adjuster $N/C
Electronic Immobilizer $N/C
Single Wire System $N/C
Adjustable Brake and Clutch Levers $N/C
Power Socket $N/C
Spoke Wheels $N/C
Chain Drive $N/C
Available Equipment
ABS $890
Anti Theft Alarm $395
Clear Turn Signal Lenses $60
Center Stand $150
Low Seat No Charge if Factory Equipped
Comfort Package $475
Heated Grips
On Board Computer
ABS $890
Anti Theft Alarm $395
Clear Turn Signal Lenses $60
Center Stand $150
Low Seat No Charge if Factory Equipped
Comfort Package $475
Heated Grips
On Board Computer
2009 BMW F800GS - Canada Specifications
MSRP*: $12,250.00
ENGINE
Type Water-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, four valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts, dry sump lubrication
Bore / stroke 82 mm x 75.6 mm
Capacity 798 cc
Rated output 63 kW (85 hp) at 7,500 rpm
(optional 91 RON version: 61 kW (83 hp) at 7,500 rpm)
Max. torque 83 Nm at 5,750 rpm (optional 91
RON version: 81 Nm at 5,750 rpm)
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K)
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
PERFORMANCE /
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h
3.8 l
Fuel consumption
per 100 km at constant 120 km/h
5.2 l
Fuel type Unleaded super, minimum octane rating 95 (RON); with optional engine mapping compatible with 91 RON
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternator Three-phase alternator 400 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
POWER TRANSMISSION
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
Drive Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
CHASSIS / BRAKES
Frame Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension Upside-down front fork, Ø 45 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium dual swing arm,
WAD strut (travel related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable
(continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel, front / rear 230 mm / 215 mm
Wheel base 1,578 mm
Castor 117 mm
Steering head angle 64°
Wheels Wire spoke
Rim, front 2.15 x 21"
Rim, rear 4.25 x 17"
Tyre, front 90/90 - 21 54V
Tyre, rear 150/70 - 17 69V
Brake, front Twin disc, floating brake discs, diameter 300 mm, double-piston floating calipers
Brake, rear Single disc, diameter 265 mm,
single-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad ABS (can be switched off)
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHTS
Seat height 880 mm (low seat: 850 mm)
Inner leg curve 1,940 mm (low seat: 1,900 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled1) 207 kg
Dry weight2) 185 kg
Permitted total weight 443 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 236 kg
Usable tank volume 16.0 l
Reserve approx. 4.0 l
Length 2,320 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,350 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 945 mm
MSRP*: $12,250.00
ENGINE
Type Water-cooled, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, four valves per cylinder, two overhead camshafts, dry sump lubrication
Bore / stroke 82 mm x 75.6 mm
Capacity 798 cc
Rated output 63 kW (85 hp) at 7,500 rpm
(optional 91 RON version: 61 kW (83 hp) at 7,500 rpm)
Max. torque 83 Nm at 5,750 rpm (optional 91
RON version: 81 Nm at 5,750 rpm)
Compression ratio 12.0 : 1
Mixture control / engine management
Electronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management (BMS-K)
Emission control Closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, emission standard EU-3
PERFORMANCE /
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Maximum speed Over 200 km/h
Fuel consumption per 100 km at constant 90 km/h
3.8 l
Fuel consumption
per 100 km at constant 120 km/h
5.2 l
Fuel type Unleaded super, minimum octane rating 95 (RON); with optional engine mapping compatible with 91 RON
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternator Three-phase alternator 400 W
Battery 12 V / 14 Ah, maintenance-free
POWER TRANSMISSION
Clutch Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
Gearbox Constant mesh 6-speed gearbox integrated into crankcase
Drive Endless O-ring chain with shock damping in rear wheel hub
CHASSIS / BRAKES
Frame Tubular steel space frame, load-bearing engine
Front wheel location / suspension Upside-down front fork, Ø 45 mm
Rear wheel location / suspension Cast aluminium dual swing arm,
WAD strut (travel related damping), spring pre-load hydraulically adjustable
(continuously variable) at handwheel, rebound damping adjustable
Suspension travel, front / rear 230 mm / 215 mm
Wheel base 1,578 mm
Castor 117 mm
Steering head angle 64°
Wheels Wire spoke
Rim, front 2.15 x 21"
Rim, rear 4.25 x 17"
Tyre, front 90/90 - 21 54V
Tyre, rear 150/70 - 17 69V
Brake, front Twin disc, floating brake discs, diameter 300 mm, double-piston floating calipers
Brake, rear Single disc, diameter 265 mm,
single-piston floating caliper
ABS Optional extra: BMW Motorrad ABS (can be switched off)
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHTS
Seat height 880 mm (low seat: 850 mm)
Inner leg curve 1,940 mm (low seat: 1,900 mm)
Unladen weight, road ready, fully fuelled1) 207 kg
Dry weight2) 185 kg
Permitted total weight 443 kg
Payload (with standard equipment) 236 kg
Usable tank volume 16.0 l
Reserve approx. 4.0 l
Length 2,320 mm
Height (excl. mirrors) 1,350 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 945 mm
Oct 17, 2008
What to look for in a good Dual Sport Jacket
the Belstaff Che Guevarra
the Belstaff XL 500 - a classic adventure/enduro jacket
here's a recent email that i sent to a friend asking for advice on what kind of jacket to buy:
Well.......i have several jackets. The best of which is my old Malcolm Smith Jacket that I wore last night, but....Thor makes a great jacket as does Acerbis, Moose, Fieldsheer, Belstaff etc. They're all pretty good.
If you want a good warm weather jacket then you're looking for tight wrists and a high cinchable neck. I often ride with a balaclava in the winter that tucks into the jacket. The shift pants that I'm using now are great, fox sucks. I have lined Carharts that work great and actually a highneck carhart jacket would be great, but I havn't found one, not only that I don't think you would find a water proff one.
there's some great gear at Cycle Gear, and great prices. I think Wayne at cycle salvage has used gear and you might find some kind of KRyptO enduro jacket like the one i got on ebay for $45.
Pads vs. NO Pads
a lot of jackets that are coming out have elbow and shoulder pads and armor inserts in the chest making a chest protector a thing of the past. But, you can't wear that big padded jacket on Spring mornings when you need to peel. The jacket is too big to put in a pack. That's another consideration, can you put it in a pack? i like packable jackets and a big pack for long rides - I have a better time when i know i brought the garage with me (extra coolant and oil, food, parts, tools, tubes, extra gloves, first aid, tow straps).
Lots of Pockets
you need pockets man - no zippers, they don't work in the dirt, period. velcro only, snaps rust and break.
good pants should last two years, a good jacket should be handed down to your kids.
If you want a good warm weather jacket then you're looking for tight wrists and a high cinchable neck. I often ride with a balaclava in the winter that tucks into the jacket. The shift pants that I'm using now are great, fox sucks. I have lined Carharts that work great and actually a highneck carhart jacket would be great, but I havn't found one, not only that I don't think you would find a water proff one.
there's some great gear at Cycle Gear, and great prices. I think Wayne at cycle salvage has used gear and you might find some kind of KRyptO enduro jacket like the one i got on ebay for $45.
Pads vs. NO Pads
a lot of jackets that are coming out have elbow and shoulder pads and armor inserts in the chest making a chest protector a thing of the past. But, you can't wear that big padded jacket on Spring mornings when you need to peel. The jacket is too big to put in a pack. That's another consideration, can you put it in a pack? i like packable jackets and a big pack for long rides - I have a better time when i know i brought the garage with me (extra coolant and oil, food, parts, tools, tubes, extra gloves, first aid, tow straps).
Lots of Pockets
you need pockets man - no zippers, they don't work in the dirt, period. velcro only, snaps rust and break.
good pants should last two years, a good jacket should be handed down to your kids.
The Belstaff Steve Mcqueen Replica
What?
Husaberg Magic!
loooook at it - WTF!
crankshaft above the
tranny and a downdraft
fuel injected system
makes this ride truly
revolutionary
Alpinestars Rain Wear
A $50 rain jacket with front storage pockets that looks good!! Great price point, great product.
Alpinestras 2009: products you have to have
Alpinestars Space Drystar - $329 http://www.alpinestars.com/
At $329 this is a must have if you want a versatile garment that will last as long as you Belstaff or Malcolm Smith jacket. And don't tel me you don't have an old MSR jacket in the back of your closet, if you don't get on ebay and get one. The MSR is great to have behind the seat in your truck for when your bonehead buddy forgets a jacket.
100% waterproof touring jacket.
600 Denier Polyester fabric with PU coating construction.
Alpinestars exclusive waterproof and breathable Drystar® internal lining.
Ballistic Nylon reinforced panels in elbows and knees for increased abrasion resistance.
Raglan shoulder cut construction.
Front center dual flap closure system ensures waterproof seal.
Removable thermal liner.
Touring fit with pre-curved sleeves for riding comfort.
Sleeve adjustment snap tabs.
Wrist adjustment Velcro® tabs.
Waist adjustment Velcro® straps for customized body fit.
600 Denier Polyester fabric with PU coating construction.
Alpinestars exclusive waterproof and breathable Drystar® internal lining.
Ballistic Nylon reinforced panels in elbows and knees for increased abrasion resistance.
Raglan shoulder cut construction.
Front center dual flap closure system ensures waterproof seal.
Removable thermal liner.
Touring fit with pre-curved sleeves for riding comfort.
Sleeve adjustment snap tabs.
Wrist adjustment Velcro® tabs.
Waist adjustment Velcro® straps for customized body fit.
Zip operated ventilation on upper back.
Expansion gussets on front waist to improve comfort in the riding position.
Removable CE certified soft elbow and shoulder protectors.
Chest Pad compartment with PE padding (Bionic Chest Guard available as accessory).
Back Protector compartment with PE pad (CE certified RC Back Protector available as accessory).
Back Protector Size Guide
Waist connection zipper allows attachment to selected Alpinestars Leather and Textile pants.
Reflective piping for night time visibility.
Two-way YKK semi auto-lock zippers, with protection flap, in the wrists to aid ventilation.
YKK waterproof main front zipper is covered with a flap to increase protection against the elements.
TPR (thermoplastic rubber) details with high frequency and embroidered logos.
yes Arpilia...what can you say?
The Aprilia RSV 550 just sounds so good, even with stock exhaust. I'm obsessing on the 550!
Big Bike Weekend - Lots of Fun!!!
Reddings Big Bike Weekend by Norcal Dual Sport
The 2008 BBW was a big success. Riders came to Redding CA from Santa Rosa and Eureka to ride in the charity event organized by Norcal Dual Sport's Troy Rauh, Mike Mcloughlin, Karl Hankins, Dave Gugglimetti, Matt Smith and Casey Crandall.
The multi ability level loop led riders through fireroads and singletrack for over 120 miles around the Whiskeytown, French Gulch and Lewiston, CA towns.
The 2009 Big Bike Weekend Dual Sport Event promises to be even better with an AMA sanction.
For more information go to www.norcaldualsport.com
Feb 14, 2008
www.NorcalDualSport.com
Pictures from the Feb. 11 recon ride on Fenders Ferry Rd.
Some old timers are saying that this year's storm was the "30 year storm". Hopefully we can get a break in the weather for some sow to melt.
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