Recent content by greenmonster

I've been riding bikes for many years and have never had a Bluetooth system, didn't think I'd ever want one or like one. The noise of the engine and wind were enough for me. Lately I decided I'd try one to see what I think so Thursday I went to Cycle Gear, picked up a Freecom unit, had them...

Last night I stumbled across an app called Calimoto that seems to be a pretty cool mapping service. It has a free side and a premium side ( not free of course). One of the coolest things is that you can tell it what direction you want to travel in, then set how many miles you want to go, then...

I ride a BMW r1200rt so I’m not too bent over like a sport bike but I’m not in a straight upright position either. After an hour I start to get a pain at the base of my neck between the shoulder blades which could the the weight of the helmet. I just sort of put up with it but I’m wondering if...

https://www.militarytimes.com/news/your-military/2021/01/26/on-this-day-in-1945-audie-murphy-climbed-a-burning-tank-and-schwacked-nazis-with-a-50-cal/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM8Xli2KTzI Interesting Fortnine video that argues E-bikers don't wear enough protective gear, aren't as visible, and the riders don't need to go through a safety class and get a license so their skill level is not the same.

I wanted to share a great experience I had today. It started yesterday when I went to the Dainese store in San Fran and purchased some pants which cost a little more than I wanted to spend but I gulped hard and splurged anyway. So when I got home I checked the Dainese website since they have...

My son is thinking about getting this bike . He has a Harley 883 but wants to make a switch. I honestly don’t know this bike so I’d be interested to to hear your thoughts. Is there a better bike out there for the money? Is there anyone out there with this bike or an older version that could...

My engine is pretty clean already but since it’s going to rain tomorrow I want to spend some extra time on this for good results. I don’t want to just spray on a degreaser, I’m looking to remove oxidation and go for a like new appearance if possible. I have a 2015 BMW R1200RT for reference. What...

Last Thursday I was reading something and suddenly it was like a piece of lint was in my right eye, and it moves with my eye. I don’t have any pain, redness or have been injured. I called Kaiser and they say it’s probably age related and not much can be done. Eventually they go away. It’s...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vq_2-Qrkydk Not sure if you guys watch Dandanthefireman safety vids on Youtube but he mentions the danger involved in head on collisions like the one in the video. Specifically the danger to the groin/pelvis area from sliding forward into the tank or handlebars...

Today I called about fitting and pricing for one of their airbag jackets figuring since they're in Emeryville I could try before I buy. The guy who answered the phone says they've moved most of their stuff to a new Reno location. He has a few jackets left (not the one I want though) so at least...

Weird question since our temps are supposed to drop a bunch but...I actually didn’t know these existed until recently and now I’m considering getting one to wear under my jacket on hot days. I’ve read about evaporative vests which are about $40 like the one from Fly Racing, then there are vests...

Yesterday I treated myself to a new pair of gloves from the Dainese store in SF - a pair of Druid 3’s. I took my time, tried on a few styles and got a size L which is what I’ve always been comfortable wearing. Went out today for a couple of hours, gloves are stiff but seemed to loosen up a bit...

I just the air quality around my area- Pleasanton,Oakland, SF - everywhere is below 30 ,then I checked Yosemite and they are at 685. Are the air sensors broken up there or is it just the topography. Hard to believe.

Keeping Up With The Kardashians has been cancelled.