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The rain passed on this afternoon, so I rode the Honda up a local mountaintop.
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Join Date: Mar 2009
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I forgot to mention that the Clarke is an especially good match for the honda red color.
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I have to admit, the red tank looks fantastic on your bike. I voted black because I like contrasts, but I hadn't considered the zebra effect. The red does go with the bike very nicely. Awesome looking ride!
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Thank you, Doc. Thank you, Stew.
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I'd toss the tumors, Can't imagine anyone would want them. Maybe some greenie in Kalifornia wants them for his lawnmower? Never mind, their mowers are electric. :P
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The stock XR650L is a tall motorcycle, with a seat height of 37 inches. 8O After doing some research, I decided to buy a Performance Design lowering link for my Honda.
![]() http://www.performance-design.net/pe...suspension.htm Today my Christian Brother Andy helped me install the lowering link. ![]() ![]() After installing the lowering link, raising the forks, and adjusting the race sag, I headed out for a test ride. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Descending to the east, I encountered ice on the shaded, northern exposure of the mountain. 8O ![]() ![]() I am pleased to say the XR650L handled very well riding over the ice. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The Performance Design lowering link worked great! ![]() ![]() Spud ![]()
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Spud you contine to outdo yourself with your workmanship, photography, and riding ability. That was quite a bit of snow!
Because I sometimes take pics to share with you all too, I appreciate all the time you put into sharing with us. ![]()
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Thank you, Brother Bill! I appreciate your kind words.
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85mph on a dual sport. That's like a dream I had.
The BRP doesn't look to be lower; even the kickstand still does the job. That's a well thought out link. Excellent shots Spud. You're a brave guy for taking on the ice on such a big bike.
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Today I made a few more changes to my BRP.
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Different rear sprocket.
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