Category Archives: 06 FJR 1300

EOM 2009

Posted on September 21, 2009 by MAD

On somewhat short notice, I got to attend the 2009 FJR Eastern Owners meet.  (EOM). Originally planned for Thursday->Monday in Johnson City, TN.  I was only able to attend Fri->Sun. The weather for this event looked to be somewhat miserable … Continue reading →

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High-Res Photos from US129 Photos.com

Posted on July 23, 2009 by MAD

I grabbed the best of the best from our trip to on the Tail of the Dragon (us 129) from http://www.us129photos.com/ There are few more from Killboy.com but he doesn’t do electronic distribution. Dad: Me:   Kyle: Joe:

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Man-Camp 2009 Recap

Posted on July 20, 2009 by MAD

Just got back tonight from 5 days of riding on the Motorcycle Mecca that is the the Great Smokey Mountains area. We stayed in Kyle (Brad)’s Uncle’s kick-butt Cabin in the middle of the forest off of route 28 south … Continue reading →

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FJR 33000 Mile Maintenance

Posted on June 1, 2009 by MAD

At 33,000 miles, my 2006 FJR is due for some maintenance. Most of this is routine maintenance and not warranty work.  Since this is a ‘farkled’ ld bike, I prefer to do as much of the work myself.  No sense … Continue reading →

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My MD2020 Ride Report

Posted on May 25, 2009 by MAD

This memorial day weekend Kyle, my dad, and I all rode in the Mason Dixon 20-20 Motorcycle Endurance Rally.   Kyle and I rode in this in 2007 and had a blast. We got Boondoggled in the rally last time, got … Continue reading →

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The Bun Burner 1500

Posted on May 1, 2009 by MAD

This weekend I plan to ride my first Official Bun Burner.  I’ve already knocked down a few Saddle Sore’s (1000 miles in 24 hours), but have yet to complete an actual Bun Burner (1500 in 36, or BB Gold which … Continue reading →

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