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Make sure you let us know so we can put it together! Is this your first winter there?
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Sure is Cliff. I just ordered myself a Joe Rocket Survivor One Piece Textile suit for the cold days with moderate rain. Once they start putting sand in the road for the winters, the bike will get a wash, Stabile, and stored for the winter. Got myself a Battery Tender Jr., front/rear stands, cover, etc to keep the beast looking beautiful.:rockon:
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Good deal Rob. The (salt and sand) play havoc so get that crap off your bike if you get it on it and you'll probably not want to ride in that stuff anyway cuz if they're salting it's cuz there's ice. Wash off salt with cold water to reduce it's effects. Fall is a cool time to ride with good gear so have fun. I grew up back in that area of the country and can tell you it's an experience during the winter. All parts of this great country have different culture and great experiences so enjoy it all!
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Interesting that cold water would be better than warm water since generally solubility increases with temperature of solution, making it more likely the salt would dissolve into the wash if warmer.
Either way, a clean bike is a happy bike, and a happy bike makes for a happy Rob.
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Yes you are correct about the solubility but other property as in electrolysis speeds the process with the warm water and I've heard the suggested water temp for wash off the salt is cold to slow the electrolysis process causing rust etc.
In addition you want to get the particulate off the bike before it become soluble with the water. Blast it off with cold water. See this is what I mean about winter there. It's different! Hahaha!
Edit: You just got caught in bad weather, there was salt down, you just rolled in and now you're going to play in cold water!!!! Hahaha!
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I had to buy this shot... :thumbup: The guy takes great photos.
I had to buy this shot... :thumbup: The guy takes great photos.
what a great shot! does this guy snap shots on Palomar too?
That's where this one was taken, Palomar South Grade. He sits on one of the curves (dangerously) and takes the real close ups.
Nice pic Byran, I would have bought it too. :thumbup:
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Oh no you dittint!
That looks awesome! Hmmmm......
That looks awesome! Hmmmm......
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Had to do it. I like this persons photos...
Look at that bad ass! :rockon:
Had to do it. I like this persons photos...
Another great photo Cliff, and wow, what a nice looking SV! :thumbup:
wow these are awesome pics! Cliff, you'll have to stop and meet the guy one day to let us know if he's as cool as Clemson 
I wonder how he gets that great lighting effect... HDR or something?
I wonder how he gets that great lighting effect... HDR or something?
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Thank You! The SV is a lot of fun! I really like the motor and it does everything I need it to. Lot's of torque right out of the gate and a very nimble, light bike. It's lighter than the FZ-6!
wow these are awesome pics! Cliff, you'll have to stop and meet the guy one day to let us know if he's as cool as Clemson
I wonder how he gets that great lighting effect... HDR or something?
I was thinking it was the morning light. Rick was telling me how shooting changes with the light on the mountain. You're probably right on the HDR. I've never gotten into photography on the technical side but I really like this guys photos.
As far as being as cool as Clemson......Rick is just a great person in every respect. He is courageous, kind, gracious, and has a big heart.
I have corresponded with the (intheturn) photographer once but haven't gotten a chance to stop and talk yet.
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Great pics guys. I always love reading your ride reports for South Cal. :thumbup:
Wish we had photographers like that in Perth for when we ride.....
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Wish we had photographers like that in Perth for when we ride.....
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Thanks Karen!
We have a great family of riders here and the group of friends is constantly growing.
On the photography. I think it's largely due to the fact that we have these type of roads, weather and lots of riders, making it profitable to be there with some pretty pricey gear. I'm sure there must be some spot in Oz where that's happening! Oi! Oi! Oi!
We have a great family of riders here and the group of friends is constantly growing.
On the photography. I think it's largely due to the fact that we have these type of roads, weather and lots of riders, making it profitable to be there with some pretty pricey gear. I'm sure there must be some spot in Oz where that's happening! Oi! Oi! Oi!
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I think that all of the photos SUCK. They all make me want to just go somewhere and get sick.
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Looks like a great day for a ride and photo session. Great photos! Thanks :thumbup:
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David you got a pretty good angle going on here..that knee is almost there too dude..awesome pictures..
I need to really get back in shape and start riding again guys I remember that everytime I see you guyss pictures. I havent done much riding this year except commuting everyday in traffic.. Which makes me dislike riding more and more actually. Im thinking about starting over with some track days and getting my head in the game. We'll see..
stay safe guys
