View Full Version : The XL Forum Weekly Report - Vol 2007, Issue #18


bplinson
8th October 2007, 08:20
The Sportster and Buell Motorcycle Forum Community Bulletin

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Man I just love riding in Autumn!! The leaves are starting to turn here in Germany and the scenery is absolutely breathtaking! I am sure that many of you are having the same where you live. The turning leaves are an awesome site but can also be very dangerous for those of us riding. Please be extra cautious when leaves are falling or covering the road. They can make the road VERY slippery.

Now that I am getting back to putting this newsletter out every week I am looking for people who might be interested in contributing to the content of this newsletter. If you would like to have your own column in this weekly newsletter please email me at bplinson@xlforum.net or send me a PM on the forum. You can have your own Tech Tip column, humor, stories, Sportster or Buell Photo layout whatever.

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Do you want $175.00?

Write a Letter to The Editor of a motorcycle magazine and you may qualify for $175.00! - Details are here: http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=24131 . The first post talks about $50.00 but you have the read the other posts to see that the pot is up to $175.00.

I would really like to give some money away so to make it interesting I am gonna raise the amount by $25.00 (up to $300.00) until someone takes it. Then it will go back down to $50.00

Come on everyone!! Get out your pen and paper!
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EVENTS

Here are some things that are going on around the world.

5 - 7 October - Dreamcatcher Rally, Steppenwolf, Foghat, 38 Special. More info at www.dreamcatcherrally.com . Let us know if you are going be RSVPing here: http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=113&day=2007-10-5&c=1

13 - 14 October - XL Forum member Bikerchk is putting together a Fall Colors run in the OH/PA area. More info here http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=76313

If you would like me to post an event in your area just send it to me in a PM or email at bplinson@xlforum.net

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XL Forum Photo of the Week

Here is XL Forum Member Joe Dirt with Willie G. Davidson who just happened to be at the dealership that Joe was visiting.





What was Willie G.'s opinion of Joe's Sportster? Here you can see!



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Have you got something to say??

Anyone can submit articles for this weekly bulletin. Just send it to me via pm or email at bplinson@xlforum.net !!

Announce events, births of children, grandchildren, poker runs, rides outs, etc.....

Just let me know and I will try and get them in here.
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eBay Auctions in The XL Forum.

Just want you all to know that there is no need to go to eBay too search for Sportster and Buell parts. The XL Forum lists all Sportster and Beull auctions in the forum!! You will even find the auctions with Sportster misspelled which many times are won for very low prices.

Sportster Auctions can be found here: http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=277 or CLICK HERE.

Buell Auctions can be found here: http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=282 or CLICK HERE.

Harley-Davidson Clothing can be found here: http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=290 or CLICK HERE

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XL Forum and Speedway Instruments Contest

Come on everyone!!! There are only a few days left to get you photo and story submitted!!!

**** CHANGE TO THE RULES ***** No 5 X 7 card with xlforum is required to be in the photo you submit! - YOU DO NOT NEED A 5 X 7 card in your photo that says xlforum.net

The XL Forum and Speedway Instruments Contest is underway!

Prizes this time are:

1st Place

1. One microTach+ ($149.99 value) from Speedway Instruments
2. One $200 Motorcycle Superstore Gift Cards.

2nd Place

One XL Forum T-shirt. (I only have sizes Small though XXL)

3rd Place

One XL Forum Challenge Coin

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DON CYCLEWEAR GROUP BUY - Leather Jacket

Don (XL Forum Member OZARK) has set up another group buy exclusively for XL Forum Members.

"I am ordering leather jackets for the fall/winter season. As promised I'm giving the forum members an opportunity to take advantage of my discount.

These jackets are quality Buffalo leather jackets with zip out liners and adjustable lace sides. These are well made jackets that typically cost about $200 or more in stores. They are available in sizes 36-66. The offer ends on 10/20/07 and the jackets will ship to you on Monday October 22, 2007 ETA Thursday October 25th. Credit cards and PayPal are accepted.

This is an ADVANCE PURCHASE buy meaning that if you do not put your order in before the deadline you will not be able to get the group buy price.

Here is the post for more information: http://www.xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showpost.php?p=897339&postcount=28

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Joke of the Week

One night, a police officer was stalking out a particularly rowdy biker bar for possible violations of the driving-under-the-influence laws.

At closing time, he saw one of the bikers stumble out of the bar, trip on the curb, and try his keys on five different bikes before he found his.
Then the biker sat on a bike fumbling around several minutes, looking as if he might pass out right there. Everyone left the bar and rode off.
Finally, he started his engine and began to pull away. The police officer was waiting for him.

He stopped the biker, read him his rights and administered the Breathalyzer test. The results showed a reading of 0.0. The puzzled officer demanded to know how that could be.

The biker replied, "Tonight, I'm the Designated Decoy."

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PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS

Lastly, but most important, I ask each one of you that can, to support your local Patriot Guard Riders. Visit www.patriotguard.org. Together we are making a real difference! Remember - Freedom Isn't Free.



Have a great week!!!

Bert
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Today's Date: 8th October 2007

Activity since: 30th September 2007
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-- Threads with no replies yet --

Title: "Progress pics"

(Date Posted 8th October 2007 by GalaxieWarrior)
o 26 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89729

Title: "Hey engine painters"

(Date Posted 8th October 2007 by vertigoenigma)
o 36 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89726

Title: "These are some nice black powder coated wheels."

(Date Posted 8th October 2007 by rottenralph)
o 36 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89724

Title: "Kur. Strut mount LED STTs?"

(Date Posted 8th October 2007 by metalhed2)
o 31 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89713

Title: "wide-glide conversion question --49mm tubes?"

(Date Posted 8th October 2007 by paulskav)
o 23 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89710

Title: "Direct Link tuning"

(Date Posted 8th October 2007 by justiz00)
o 27 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89707

Title: "cams"

(Date Posted 7th October 2007 by desertwilly)
o 26 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89705

Title: "Change oil"

(Date Posted 7th October 2007 by Guz)
o 40 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89699

Title: "Powder coated 4" pullback risers."

(Date Posted 7th October 2007 by rottenralph)
o 34 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89693

Title: "Wanna swap your 21" laced for my 19" laced?"

(Date Posted 7th October 2007 by seantx)
o 29 Views
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=89688

-- Threads with the most replies --

Title: "04s and up and oil use"
I forget. I'm thinkin 2 - 3 years ago. In that time I've put on about 4k mi. ...
(Date Posted 17th May 2007 by NRHS Sales)
o 1567 Replies, 52068 Views, Last Post: 16:34, 7th October 2007 by tinman3
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=59421

Title: "XR1200 Prototype Poll"
As for looks: / / 1. Most change their pipes anyway. / / 2. There will quickly ...
(Date Posted 10th October 2006 by GOTWA)
o 916 Replies, 31469 Views, Last Post: 23:42, 7th October 2007 by drd1135
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=39502

Title: "SPORTY BOBBER PICTURES"
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e222/72Triumph/P1010153.jpg / / ...
(Date Posted 15th August 2005 by dmh)
o 733 Replies, 112060 Views, Last Post: 07:04, 8th October 2007 by Gary
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=11697

Title: "Do you use premium gas in your Sportster?"
Eureka, I know why I jumped in... So I could be on page 69!!!
(Date Posted 26th February 2006 by jhawkr)
o 685 Replies, 37781 Views, Last Post: 19:36, 3rd October 2007 by LoneRyder
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=22976

Title: "Cafe' Image thread WTFN"
eh? How's that go in 'Mer'can?
(Date Posted 22nd July 2005 by edman)
o 651 Replies, 73660 Views, Last Post: 14:27, 7th October 2007 by switchblade7.62x51
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=10225

Title: "The Official XR1200 Thread"
Nice to see that the exhaust isn't chrome on that one. / / I wouldn't be ...
(Date Posted 9th October 2006 by Kev M)
o 617 Replies, 28973 Views, Last Post: 16:26, 7th October 2007 by relayer4u
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=39445

Title: "Black Bike Bible"
[QUOTE=PhilR1957;599091]Here's My Favorite Picture! / ...
(Date Posted 8th August 2006 by Clarinetcat)
o 536 Replies, 71599 Views, Last Post: 23:06, 7th October 2007 by Ameri-Deutsch
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=34904

Title: "Dyno Shootout: Stage 1 1200 vs. Stage 2 NRHS"
Nope I am shoting for the 100+ make tomorrow I had NRHS go thur the head I got ...
(Date Posted 26th August 2007 by CBAS5)
o 462 Replies, 12576 Views, Last Post: 06:11, 6th October 2007 by wildwill8
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=77419

Title: "Helmet poll"
[QUOTE=Devastator01;912551] I have investigated enough motorcycle accidents to ...
(Date Posted 26th November 2005 by FireMedicXL)
o 460 Replies, 27618 Views, Last Post: 05:54, 5th October 2007 by rjg883c
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=17635

Title: "Final TC88A MAP program + lots of other data"
Hi All, / / I finally got around to back to backing the different ignition ...
(Date Posted 15th December 2005 by Turbota)
o 435 Replies, 29680 Views, Last Post: 20:45, 30th September 2007 by Leumas
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=18702

-- Threads with the most views --

Title: "Another afflicted SE A/C setup"
I purchased an SE air filter system on ebay for a good price, and installed it ...
(Date Posted 29th April 2005 by thunderpaw)
o 40644 Views, 343 Replies, Last Post: 06:54, 1st October 2007 by superbike
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=6369

Title: "Dog Breath"
[QUOTE=renpia;914488]Gary, Have'nt been on here in awhile and all I have to say ...
(Date Posted 30th September 2006 by Gary)
o 35333 Views, 430 Replies, Last Post: 03:54, 6th October 2007 by Gary
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=38857

Title: "Official XLForum Poll: What kind of bars are you running?"
stock .. guess I'll go to drags?
(Date Posted 10th October 2005 by Preacher)
o 34046 Views, 399 Replies, Last Post: 23:29, 5th October 2007 by wfochris
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=14666

Title: "Post Your Seat Pics Here !!!"
Le Pera King Cobra covered in Tan distressed Leather / / ...
(Date Posted 6th May 2006 by jduffy01)
o 31044 Views, 126 Replies, Last Post: 12:55, 5th October 2007 by booney
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=27796

Title: "Stock vs. Modified"
1999 1200sport, straight shots, kn filter with screamin eagle air box, carb ...
(Date Posted 11th February 2006 by silver ghost)
o 24755 Views, 162 Replies, Last Post: 02:59, 7th October 2007 by mold99
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=22073

Title: "What engine oil do you use?"
[QUOTE=Skysailor;459949]DO NOT PUT AIRCRAFT OIL IN YOUR BIKE!! Visit Shell's ...
(Date Posted 9th May 2006 by dgfironworks)
o 24423 Views, 270 Replies, Last Post: 01:32, 4th October 2007 by shedds
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=28008

Title: "Rubbermount Poll"
found a 2005 883Custom w/stage 1 & Screaming eagle 2 pipes on E-Bay in Dec. 06 ...
(Date Posted 27th February 2006 by Lightning)
o 22627 Views, 183 Replies, Last Post: 04:43, 7th October 2007 by Rock Bottom
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=23020

Title: "What's your opinion on windshields?"
My buick has a windshield, my bike doesn't. I'm sure that at some point I will ...
(Date Posted 25th June 2006 by dagsportster)
o 21759 Views, 364 Replies, Last Post: 23:28, 5th October 2007 by wfochris
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=31370

Title: "ICM Reflash Review."
[quote=harper764;907458]yea, i just got an 04 1200c. can someone send me a link ...
(Date Posted 3rd February 2005 by LuxBlue)
o 21656 Views, 194 Replies, Last Post: 00:57, 1st October 2007 by Folkie
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=2376

Title: "Stock mirrors. Can you see behind you?"
Yeah.....the lack of visibility bothered me at first but I got used to the ...
(Date Posted 22nd November 2005 by jhawkr)
o 20703 Views, 310 Replies, Last Post: 16:28, 4th October 2007 by OldJohnnyThunder
o http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=17388
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Question: best carb for money?
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Question: Which looks better:
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Question: Do folks REALLY wear 'em around for a 1/2 hour or more to test 'em out?
o "I wear it in-store for a 1/2 hour+ before I buy." (4 Votes)
o "I try it out for 5 or 10 minutes before I buy." (20 Votes)
o "I slip it on, if it fits, I buy it!" (80 Votes)
o "Huh? I buy only mail-order!" (22 Votes)
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