tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post316332467425223627..comments2023-12-07T03:58:37.749-08:00Comments on Riding the Wet Coast: Taking the BC Ferry to the Victoria RallyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-1412441156435709522009-05-25T17:19:52.137-07:002009-05-25T17:19:52.137-07:00Sorry to hear about the fall but luckily very litt...Sorry to hear about the fall but luckily very little damage... Delightful post as usual.Baron's Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05363887015251189502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-32767078989646733812009-05-21T11:17:05.141-07:002009-05-21T11:17:05.141-07:00Lance: I'm glad that the lever "absorbed" most of...<B>Lance:</B> <BR><BR>I'm glad that the lever "absorbed" most of the shock, otherwise something else may have been damaged. At least is has a purpose while waiting for my new lever to arrive<br /><BR><BR><B>Mr Conchscooter:</B> <BR><BR>Why are you so smart to notice the <EM>"little"</EM> things, or to point out the <EM>"unsaid"</EM> . While my scooter has a tachometer, the speedometer section is very optimistic <EM>(unreliable)</EM>. In town I go with the flow, but on the highway I need the GPS to measure velocity. On a motorcycle you can look at your RPM's vs gear position, but with the CVT it is tricky as the RPM's don't reveal the whole story. If you hold at 3,500 RPM you will accelerate as the pulleys change ratio. So to maintain cruising speed you have to back off the throttle when you are at the HIGH <EM>(gear)</EM> ratio, as you back off the centrifugal force of the weights will also reduce your ratio, so in effect you cannot rely on RPM's alone.<BR><BR>To give you an idea of my speedo error; <BR>indicated 80kmh is GPS 67 kmh, 118 kmh = GPS 100 kmh, I am tired of doing these conversions in my head, esp on unfamiliar roads, so I have gotten accustomed to using the GPS for highway travel <BR><BR>As for this fall, it was <EM>"Kickstand"</EM> error, the previous one was <EM>"Rider"</EM> error which is of more concern.<br /><BR>BobAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-59379493962411941612009-05-21T09:59:26.159-07:002009-05-21T09:59:26.159-07:00I'm pretty sure the TV screen toppled it. Why does...I'm pretty sure the TV screen toppled it. Why does a local making a short trip need a GPS?<br />Yours with love, the anti technology freek.<br />Badger.<br />(I think you must be Ratty owing to your love of stuff).<br />ps I remembered the other fall but was trying to be polite, unlike SOME people.Conchscooterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08016331487463993200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-88529039188219923712009-05-20T04:59:35.710-07:002009-05-20T04:59:35.710-07:00Bob, sorry to hear about the fall, but it looks li...Bob, sorry to hear about the fall, but it looks like your scooter handled it with grace and even artistry by the way your brake lever ended. Maybe you have started a fashion and ergonomic trend - if I start seeing curved brake levers offering a more positive grip I will let you know that your royalty checks should be coming in soon!Lancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02458096347718242672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-80076952567040856392009-05-19T21:18:24.277-07:002009-05-19T21:18:24.277-07:00cpa3485 Jim:The Victoria Scooter rally is one of t...<B>cpa3485 Jim:</B><BR>The Victoria Scooter rally is one of the longest running rallies around. A lot of scooterists come from all over. This year we had around 150 scooters & some motorcycles. There is another large one in Vancouver on the September long weekend and during July we have 2 more; one in Kelowna, BC and Bellingham, WA<br /><BR>Glad you managed to absorb some inspiration and start a Blog. I wanted to improve my writing abilities and showcase some photography, which has been my hobby for many years. The good thing is I have managed to reach others whom I hope to meet one day.<br /><BR>Behind the Blogs; are real people<br /><BR><B>Charlie6:</B><BR>What bothers me the most is that I pride myself in taking care of my belongings, and while a helmet hook appears useful I have already ordered a replacement lever and it will be repaired as soon as it arrives.<br /><BR>One day, perhaps you will travel to the West Coast and take the ferry over to Vancouver Island. A lot of bikers may not know the parking procedure. It's just something to be aware of.<br /><BR><B>Chris:</B><BR>1: Olympia Hi-Viz riding jacket was purchased from Burnaby Kawasaki on Edmunds, Burnaby, BC<br /><BR>2: The scooter is a Kymco Bet&Win 150 <EM>(same body as 250)</EM>. It is very maneuverable, sort of like a sports scooter<br /><BR>thanks for stopping byAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-31594232821663736972009-05-19T19:42:01.704-07:002009-05-19T19:42:01.704-07:00Bob, two questions...
1. Where did you find the j...Bob, two questions...<br />1. Where did you find the jacket on sale at? <br />2. What kind of scooter does your friend have. I just can't figure out what it is...and it looks cool.<br /><br />ChrisUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02999897992456859740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-56221255450374130072009-05-19T18:23:54.669-07:002009-05-19T18:23:54.669-07:00bobskoot,
hmmm, I don't get useful customizations...bobskoot,<br /><br />hmmm, I don't get useful customizations when I drop my RT, sounds like you like the brake handle the way it is?<br /><br />thanks for showing how to secure one's scooter onto the ferry's deck....good to know.redlegsrideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927757855921321097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-77691079357829786832009-05-19T17:46:34.640-07:002009-05-19T17:46:34.640-07:00The only time I ever dropped my scooter ws when I ...The only time I ever dropped my scooter ws when I was trying to get off of it one day. Cannot even begin to describe how stupid I felt when it happened. That rally looks really awesome! A friend of mine went up to Kansas City last weekend for a rally. Must be the season for rallies. <br /><br />Off topic for a bit; just want to announce that I have started a blog of my own.<br /><br />http://cpa3485.blogspot.com/<br /><br />It is a start for something I have been thinking about for some time. Would appreciate it If you would visit me there and make comments and suggestions on what you might think. Many of you have inspired me and I would appreciate your advice. Thanks in advance!cpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-120359349128569022009-05-19T13:00:00.000-07:002009-05-19T13:00:00.000-07:00Tony:You've got a memory of an elephant. here is ...<B>Tony:</B><BR>You've got a memory of an elephant. here is the link to the prev ergonomic lever<br /><br />http://wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com/2008/09/ergonomic-brake-lever.html<br /><br />of course this time it's for the left lever. I now have a matching set which I can frame and sell on eBay.<br /><br />As for the MC icon, you go to the Garmin website and you can download various icons, <EM>"gratis"</EM><B>JACK rIEPE: <EM>(aka: Toad)</EM></B> <br /><BR>I too was depressed when I saw it. My scooter weighs 80 lbs more than my bike <EM>(dry)</EM>, so loaded up it is very heavy. It was very hard to pickup while on gravel as it kept slipping, but I managed to <EM>get it up.</EM><BR>The Rally is always a blast. I think we counted over 140 scooters there <EM>(some classic bikes too)</EM>. I also have some short video clips, I purchased a new video editor so there may be a learning curve to get it running. More excitement with video as you also get the sound of angry 2-strokes and the smell of smoke.<br /><BR>I'm going to do what our friend <EM>(down in KW does)</EM>. Turn this one event into a few posts with other stuff sandwiched between to mix you up<br /><BR>As for the scratches, I'm going to cover them up with BMW and Triumph decals.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-59792440445218684102009-05-19T10:36:00.000-07:002009-05-19T10:36:00.000-07:00Dear Bobskoot:
Nothing is more depressing than to...Dear Bobskoot:<br /><br />Nothing is more depressing than to see one's bike on its side. But if it has to happen, there asre few better locatuions that the driveway. I'm surprised there wasn't a vendor at the rally who had a brake grip, that you would have had installed in an hour. (And maybe that is coming, but the scratches on the bodywork are always infuriating. <br /><br />I was looking at the way the scooter was loaded, and I realize you do not have the benefit of panniers. Loading one of these rigs for the long haul would take some planning and skill.<br /><br />The group rides looked like fun too. There is nothing like meeting a bunch of guys that you like and spending a weekend with them riding bikes and bar stools. (I have to try it sometime.)<br /><br />It was fun chatting with you on the phone last Friday... My turn to call this week. I am looking forward to the next installment of the great Victoria Day Scooter Rally.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Toad (Jack)<br />Twisted RoadsJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2738356784230164028.post-65094661527388054042009-05-19T10:32:00.000-07:002009-05-19T10:32:00.000-07:00Hey Bob:
Isn't this the SECOND time you bent your...Hey Bob:<br /><br />Isn't this the SECOND time you bent your brake lever that way ;)<br /><br />BTW, how did you get the little motorcycle icon on the GPS? That's so cool!!!tonyc128https://www.blogger.com/profile/10707497592296728430noreply@blogger.com