tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post153655386705615760..comments2023-12-07T03:58:37.749-08:00Comments on Riding the Wet Coast: Sort of a Last RideAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-43280743540139782552013-01-17T14:48:13.683-08:002013-01-17T14:48:13.683-08:00Max:
I just came back from Dublin, only a few mil...<b>Max:</b><br /><br />I just came back from Dublin, only a few miles away from Livermore when in SFO a couple of weeks ago. Can't wait until Summer for the warmer temps. It's even cold where you are, couldn't believe itAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-19681673488281910132013-01-17T14:44:50.902-08:002013-01-17T14:44:50.902-08:00Coop:
We have Government Insurance up here, expen...<b>Coop:</b><br /><br />We have Government Insurance up here, expensive and they don't do you any favours. Purchasing bikes are easy, insurance is the expensive partAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-12293311296839980172013-01-17T14:24:06.380-08:002013-01-17T14:24:06.380-08:00Sounds like you had great ride! It was a satisfyin...Sounds like you had great ride! It was a satisfying treat for your Beemer before its insurance ran out. Also, I think it’s nice that you took a minute to spend time at the river and enjoy a clear view of the scenic landscape. It was a beautiful place to get some rest and capture a few photos.<br /><br />><a href="http://www.livermorehd.com/default.asp?page=parts" rel="nofollow">Max Piedra </a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05778526162080097440noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-11356147964602744952012-12-12T05:15:22.935-08:002012-12-12T05:15:22.935-08:00I had no idea of how your system works. My entire ...I had no idea of how your system works. My entire ragtag collection might be worth what your new one is, the only reason I can fill the garage with them.Coop a.k.a. Coopdwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00914017974356686409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-82091130639014247062012-12-11T20:12:29.450-08:002012-12-11T20:12:29.450-08:00Coop:
We have Government insurance. We have to g...<b>Coop:</b><br /><br />We have Government insurance. We have to go to an agent to have insurance transferred over to another vehicle for a fee and then they have to calculate a new premium based upon a year of insurance and consider the insurance on the old bike cancelled and prorate the premium accordingly. But there is always a penalty for policies of less than a year. <br /><br />one month's insurance 1/12 will cost more than 1/12 of the $1,500. per year premium. there may be a half month penalty, plus a $35. transfer fee. There is no such thing as multiple vehicles, each vehicle pays the FULL rate with no discounts. Insurance here is a Government monopoly<br /><br />You are lucky to be able to do what you doAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-78811134536739485692012-12-11T18:34:08.704-08:002012-12-11T18:34:08.704-08:00Bob, I used to insure multiple machines but was fr...Bob, I used to insure multiple machines but was frustrated that the company had a limit on the number of bikes on one policy. The past couple of years I've just been carrying Liability on everything and then it dawned on me and as I'm so often reminded, "you can only ride one at a time". <br /><br />Now I keep the cheapest one insured over the winter. When I start using them, I get online, and insure whatever I'm going to ride that day, leaving coverage on until the next weekend or next ride. The tough part is keeping track of the VIN's but that's easy to work around.Coop a.k.a. Coopdwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00914017974356686409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-17616371657538084122012-12-11T08:32:11.759-08:002012-12-11T08:32:11.759-08:00Mike:
glad to see you back and hopefully better t...<b>Mike:</b><br /><br />glad to see you back and hopefully better than before, you know a NEW improved version. We were worried about the big storm, hope you faired well and came out okay.<br /><br />Remember our deal ? We were supposed to meet half way . . . you know, somewhere near Arizona Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-36541618560459285342012-12-11T08:29:36.417-08:002012-12-11T08:29:36.417-08:00Richard:
Maybe they needed the Dome as a navigati...<b>Richard:</b><br /><br />Maybe they needed the Dome as a navigational aid. Looks too new.<br /><br />It is easy to extract the cables. I used to always secure both wheels and also put on a disk lock. The "R" has the factory alarm but I didn't turn it on. Once the insurance is expired on the "R", I plan to block it in with the Strom<br /><br />I think insurance on the "R" is over $1,500./yr I have two policies so it will be just a summer bike. The Strom is closer to $1,100./yr and don't forget I still have two cars to insure. I am going broke with insurance expenses. They were going to insure "the Person" but it never happened. There are no discounts for multi vehicles. All have to pay the full rate even if they just sit there.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-30514595974257997582012-12-11T07:10:58.974-08:002012-12-11T07:10:58.974-08:00Untie those bikes... You are supposed to be practi...Untie those bikes... You are supposed to be practicing so as to get out our way!<br />Been off the grid for a bit, but am back and happy to be so.<br />Let's get our conversation started again.<br />Ciao.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12684410365404569239noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-71537907671541038522012-12-10T20:42:43.465-08:002012-12-10T20:42:43.465-08:00I like your photo of the half sunk boat but is tha...I like your photo of the half sunk boat but is that a radar dome above the cabin? Seems to be an odd thing to leave. <br /><br />The way the Vstrom is double locked and the Beemer is locked to the Vstrom cable seems to be backwards. As it is more difficult to extract the Vstrom....<br /><br />I still can't get over the cost of vehicle insurance down there. RichardMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04773834892715980735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-90281279550654810492012-12-10T20:13:05.443-08:002012-12-10T20:13:05.443-08:00Dom:
My Vstrom is insured the whole year. It'...<b>Dom:</b><br /><br />My Vstrom is insured the whole year. It's too expensive to have two bikes insured up here, plus my Strom has more aggressive Anakee2's. You can usually ride by noon during the Winter, but you can't commute due to ice early in the morningAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-19161952095368603242012-12-10T18:04:31.726-08:002012-12-10T18:04:31.726-08:00Bob, somethings I wonder how we can afford to have...Bob, somethings I wonder how we can afford to have more than one vehicle with the insurance rip-off. I wish they would privatize it. In Alberta I did pay for my 650cc what I pay here for scooter insurance. And car insurance in not even half of what it cost in BC. ARGH!SonjaMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12389245948579828531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-75827261954651521632012-12-10T16:42:28.176-08:002012-12-10T16:42:28.176-08:00I don't know Bob, this putting away of bikes f...I don't know Bob, this putting away of bikes for winter....surely you're now snowed in the entire time? Are there not periods when the streets are clear enough for two wheels?<br /><br />Here in the Denver area, the hard part is escaping one's snowbound neighborhood before the snow there melts.....they keep the main roads clear pretty well and Mr Sun does the rest. <br /><br />Then again, Brigitta isn't getting the riding hours she used to .....hmmm.<br /><br />dom<br /><br />ps: sidecar.<br />redlegsrideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927757855921321097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-91186585544405643132012-12-10T15:03:55.554-08:002012-12-10T15:03:55.554-08:00Jimbo:
2 bikes and 2 cars total just over $5,300....<b>Jimbo:</b><br /><br />2 bikes and 2 cars total just over $5,300. per year. Not counting house insurance. and this does not include our new white Crosstrek XV. Our Yamaha Vino 49cc was $390. basic, no collision theft or comprehensive. Full coverage for the Vino was around $700. per year.<br /><br />The Guzzi was a Stelvio, dual sport I think. Don't worry about riding in the Winter, it's just not worth the risk when the roads could be icing, and also tires don't flex correctly under 7°c as they are not winter compoundAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-18612647540471074012012-12-10T15:00:07.243-08:002012-12-10T15:00:07.243-08:00Trobairitz:
I was on the fence about riding on Sa...<b>Trobairitz:</b><br /><br />I was on the fence about riding on Saturday but decided to since my insurance was expiring. I needed to warm the engine and put in the fuel stabilizer. It didn't feel that cold, but then perhaps I can take more cold than you. My boots were toasty warm and I only had reg socks on, not those thick winter ones.<br /><br />. . . waiting for your hike postAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-10688497721073326212012-12-10T12:45:30.131-08:002012-12-10T12:45:30.131-08:00You are always such an organized person. Very well...You are always such an organized person. Very well done. Your insurance rates are ridiculous. The insurance on my scoot is only about $100 (USD) per year.<br />Do you happen to remember what model that "Guzzi" was in the picture? Just curious.<br />Turned really cold here today, didn't ride, maybe Wednesday.<br /><br />Take Care<br />Jimbocpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-72726185054946661142012-12-10T09:05:52.063-08:002012-12-10T09:05:52.063-08:00Glad you were able to get out for a ride even if i...Glad you were able to get out for a ride even if it was chilly, at least it wasn't raining. <br /><br />We thought about a ride yesterday but due to the chilly cloudy weather opted for another hike instead. It is warmer walking that the wild chill at 60 mph.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-51179278037135156882012-12-10T08:20:00.692-08:002012-12-10T08:20:00.692-08:00Erik:
You have to build up endurance, but after a...<b>Erik:</b><br /><br />You have to build up endurance, but after a while your feet go numb. I think it was the wind but since I have the cable locks doing nothing anyway, I thought that I should use them. I feel better knowing they are locked.<br /><br />Sharp eyes you have. When our children were younger we used to take them to Little Mountain to toboggan down the slopes when it snowed, but we don't get much snow so it is like new and no one wants it. It is hard to transport <em>(being so long)</em> and we don't have our van or pickup truck anymore.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-86281651115088191692012-12-10T08:14:08.708-08:002012-12-10T08:14:08.708-08:00Brenda:
I have no problem to point my camera and ...<b>Brenda:</b><br /><br />I have no problem to point my camera and click. I don't always look into the viewer/screen. Just be more aware of public places vs private places. Anything outside has "no expectation of privacy", but inside is a different matter. If inside I always ask.<br /><br />They had these cable locks on sale a while ago. There were two buckets full and I managed to snag a few with the same key code so all of them can be opened with just one key. One bike by itself can be picked up and taken. It is harder when attached to a pole, and two bikes locked together is even harder. I have those Zena Alarmed disk lock(s) but being in the cold kills the battery really fast so I only use those when on a trip. My "R" has the optional factory alarm with key FOB.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-77137681862841941632012-12-10T08:08:13.096-08:002012-12-10T08:08:13.096-08:00Dar:
I really wanted to buy a new helmet, but I w...<b>Dar:</b><br /><br />I really wanted to buy a new helmet, but I want the one with the built-in sliding visor, Not one where I have to stop and manually change the shield. The HJC felt good but I want what I want. The prices were good. I get much more wind buffeting with my "R" and I need the helmet for my trip this Summer.<br /><br />OH OH, You caught me. Let me say that I LOVE my Tourmaster FLEX riding pants. They are everything, ALL IN ONE pants. But I didn't want to wear them out so I am still using my old JR Alter Ego, but without the liner installed. I am used to the cold and I don't mind just blue jeans underneath. <br /><br />I am going to give away my; JR pants soon, along with a pair of slightly worn ICON Super Duty riding boots, and also my old JR Blue Jacket.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-59820310534199225382012-12-10T08:00:21.133-08:002012-12-10T08:00:21.133-08:00Steve:
I just can't imagine living somewhere,...<b>Steve:</b><br /><br />I just can't imagine living somewhere, where you can ride all winter. We live in the best part of Canada and still we get freezing temperatures and sometimes, S-N-0-W .<br /><br />Insurance is expensive here so I only keep one bike insured. It will cost about $1,500. per year to insure my Beemer, My Vstrom only costs $1,000.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-81369161181276736082012-12-10T07:09:43.499-08:002012-12-10T07:09:43.499-08:00And if all you get is rain, what's the tobogga...And if all you get is rain, what's the toboggan used for???Erik Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08051303728879129181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-51594506625124995192012-12-10T07:07:04.016-08:002012-12-10T07:07:04.016-08:00Bob, you are a bigger man than me to be standing o...Bob, you are a bigger man than me to be standing on cold concrete in bare feet at 5°c(41°F). Nice job on locking up the bikes!! Erik Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08051303728879129181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-60071852646612027562012-12-10T01:57:22.158-08:002012-12-10T01:57:22.158-08:00Bob how do people normally react when you point a ...Bob how do people normally react when you point a camera at them while you are buying something from them? The guy at the BBQ looks a bit unsure ...<br /><br />Wow that's some security system, we normally just cable our bikes to each other if we are somewhere not at home, but finding a pole is a great idea. <br /><br />Are your disc locks alarmed? We deliberately got alarmed ones for two reasons, one cause we didnt want to forget they were on there and take off, and the other reason is if someone is fiddling with the bikes then the disc lock alarms will give them a bit of a shock when they go off (they are very loud!). They do go off in a high wind too though :)Brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06395364582355269753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-40583506311048727212012-12-09T23:30:10.924-08:002012-12-09T23:30:10.924-08:00Bob looks like it was a great ride & free good...Bob looks like it was a great ride & free goodies always a bonus! Glad you locked the bikes. Why aren't you wearing your TourMaster pants? Ty are awesome in cooler temps.Dar https://www.blogger.com/profile/14690180541358767168noreply@blogger.com