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Forum: Complete Machines 02-09-2011, 03:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,057
Posted By CrazyCarl
PM sent... CC

PM sent...

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Forum: Ride Suggestions 04-22-2008, 10:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,961
Posted By CrazyCarl
I got certified for the saddle sore 1000 in 03'. ...

I got certified for the saddle sore 1000 in 03'. IBA's records say 1,088 miles but I seem to recall it being over 1,200 according to GPS. I'll have to check my papers when I get back to the US.
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Forum: News, Support, & Feedback 04-06-2008, 10:17 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,447
Posted By CrazyCarl
Where did "Flashy graphics" come from? Why is...

Where did "Flashy graphics" come from? Why is there the instant assumption it's going to be hopelessly gaudy?

Regardless, it really doesn't matter because this is certainly the last time I'll...
Forum: News, Support, & Feedback 04-06-2008, 12:42 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,447
Posted By CrazyCarl
Whoa! Deja Vu!

Once again: "I see, said the blind man."

So much for "Asking in an unbiased manner". Ask a pointed question to get responses like "It doesn't matter what it looks like." Well that's a little...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 04-04-2008, 10:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,167
Posted By CrazyCarl
And I think to myseeeelf....what a wonderful...

And I think to myseeeelf....what a wonderful wooorld. And I think to myseeeelf...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 04-04-2008, 09:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,167
Posted By CrazyCarl
Now that really s a China rider! Mad props. Be...

Now that really s a China rider! Mad props. Be sure to hide your keys man before she starts taking week long adventure trips to the market.

"Just going to get some vegetables honey. Be right...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 03-31-2008, 11:53 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 6,204
Posted By CrazyCarl
One container would hold about 50 bikes. The...

One container would hold about 50 bikes. The bike and motor would need DOT and EPA certified up to current regulations if it isn't already. Be sure to ship plenty of parts too. :)

That said,...
Forum: Ride Reports 03-16-2008, 12:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,326
Posted By CrazyCarl
Well you get mold here as well but what you see...

Well you get mold here as well but what you see on the canopies is good ol' fashioned air pollution. Vehicle exhaust, coal power-plants, incinerators, you name it!

Sure makes it nice to get into...
Forum: Ride Reports 03-15-2008, 11:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,326
Posted By CrazyCarl
Tip of the ice-berg bro! Although some may...

Tip of the ice-berg bro!

Although some may fashionably choose to argue otherwise, the women of China - and Asia in general - have been one of it's strongest attractions for thousands of years.
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Forum: Ride Reports 03-15-2008, 12:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,326
Posted By CrazyCarl
Visit to Qingqi motorcycle dealership in Sichuan, China

Not really a ride report (although I did ride there) but I thought some may like to see what a motorcycle dealership in China looks like. Thought I'd share a couple pics of the place.

This is the...
Forum: Ride Reports 03-15-2008, 12:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,255
Posted By CrazyCarl
Good stuff. There's plenty of interesting...

Good stuff. There's plenty of interesting stories to tell when riding in China which is what makes it such a great riding destination for the adventure seeking traveler.

Look forward to more...
Forum: Video and Pics 02-25-2008, 05:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,665
Posted By CrazyCarl
+1 on that. If you do smoke em' be sure to get...

+1 on that. If you do smoke em' be sure to get some video! :D

CC
Forum: Video and Pics 02-25-2008, 04:48 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,665
Posted By CrazyCarl
Nice thing about the rack design is most of the...

Nice thing about the rack design is most of the weight looks like it would be loaded on the rear frame rails. Not considering style, how would you rate the quality of the plastics?

CC
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-21-2008, 10:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,917
Posted By CrazyCarl
Okay, gotcha! Thanks for taking the time to...

Okay, gotcha! Thanks for taking the time to explain it to me. Which part actually contacted the cam lobe to cause the damage? Was it just smacking around against the inside of the case?

CC
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-21-2008, 09:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,917
Posted By CrazyCarl
I got some terminology wires crossed. Almost...

I got some terminology wires crossed. Almost seems easier to fly to China and knock some guys head in to get the part and fly back. Too bad the cost of shipping these individual parts from the...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-21-2008, 03:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,917
Posted By CrazyCarl
Re: Parts

According to the picture you have a push-rod engine. If you have a push-rod engine then it shouldn't have an over-head cam-shaft. Either way, if someone has a second hand engine you can scavenge...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-02-2008, 11:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,539
Posted By CrazyCarl
What you're likely witnessing is the evolution of...

What you're likely witnessing is the evolution of a Chinese company learning how to sell in the North American market. Figure a buyer takes a risk and invests in a few containers of Lifan's. No...
Forum: Dual Sport/Enduro 02-02-2008, 10:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,539
Posted By CrazyCarl
Makes me wonder how these unauthorized got their...

Makes me wonder how these unauthorized got their bikes in the first place eh?

CC
Forum: Video and Pics 02-02-2008, 10:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,504
Posted By CrazyCarl
Maybe but you couldn't hold it there for long...

Maybe but you couldn't hold it there for long before the whole thing turned to toast. With stock gearing the version in China can run 80-90kph comfortably. Past that I think you're getting ready to...
Forum: Video and Pics 02-01-2008, 06:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,665
Posted By CrazyCarl
Yeah that one could be a shock res. HAve you...

Yeah that one could be a shock res. HAve you taken off the plastics yet to get a clear view of the assembly?

CC
Forum: Video and Pics 02-01-2008, 06:11 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,665
Posted By CrazyCarl
Not sure about the kill switch but that is a...

Not sure about the kill switch but that is a problem. Go through your harnesses and make sure they're all seated okay and no pins are bent or broken. Does the manual have a wiring diagram?

You...
Forum: Video and Pics 02-01-2008, 06:01 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,665
Posted By CrazyCarl
That's a remote reservoir. I believe it provides...

That's a remote reservoir. I believe it provides more oil capacity for the shock.[/quote]
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If I'm looking at the...
Forum: Video and Pics 02-01-2008, 05:25 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 17,665
Posted By CrazyCarl
Jim, Congrats on your addition to the...

Jim,

Congrats on your addition to the stable! :wink:

She looks good in red and black. Sorry to hear about the parts mix up. Please let us know how long it takes for you to receive them. ...
Forum: Ride Reports 01-28-2008, 03:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,390
Posted By CrazyCarl
...and your gallery can be found at..... CC

...and your gallery can be found at.....

CC
Forum: Ride Reports 01-28-2008, 02:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,390
Posted By CrazyCarl
Lots of places are getting the cold treatment...

Lots of places are getting the cold treatment this year. For probably the first time in a hundred years there's been a couple days on snow in Chengdu.

It's great that you ride with your family...
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