Byron
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My Panniers held up great (Happy Trails). Aside from a little paint rubbing off, there isn't any other damage. So, has anyone thought of a crash bar for the panniers? I have seen some on BMWs but not on a S10.
So, I dropped the Tenere!
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RogerRZ
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I'm running a $80 pair of Princess Auto (Canadian version of Harbour Freight) plastic boxes, and they are likely tougher than the crash bars. Dropped the bike on them a lot, with no ill effects so far. Picture is the one I'm sending in for the Ardox saddle.
Byron
Member
You got a web link for Ardox?
RogerRZ
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Wrong spelling, it's Adcox, at https://www.terryscustomseats.com/
Cycledude
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ballisticexchris
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Youth and lots of practice!! Yes she is a very talented young lady!!
jimmy z
Member
Hope you have another saddle,Terry is booked out to may.
RogerRZ
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I sent my deposit in late July, for a February build date...
I'm 47 in fair shape. Bike has been on it side more than a few times. Both bikes 12 and a 16. I've never had a problem picking it up in various different situations. I don't even think about picking it up , if she takes a nap. Just pick it up
I'll give you about 10-12 years and you'll start thinking about it... I got in over my head on some AZ loose rock inclines last spring. Two solo pickups in one trip. Quickly learned you have to get the wheels down hill.
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Bokerfork
Active Member
Sitting on the sidelines enjoying the many thoughts that have been expressed. Understand and agree with many. However, having ridden solo on many back roads hear in Southern Utah with a thousand obstacles to flatten my tires or drop me with a twisted ankle or broken leg, I'm still on the fence regarding a lot of these "fail safe" devices. Carrying a multi-pound, multi piece, quite complicated piece of "safety" equipment doesn't appeal to me, the bike, or my wallet.
Look, I don't want to die in the desert because I failed to plan anymore than the next guy. But, at the same time, there is only so much planning and equipment one can reasonably do/carry. Carrying a multi-pound, multi piece, quite complicated piece of $200 webbing and ratchet infused contraption might give me some piece of mind. It also might allow me to venture hundreds of miles further into the unknown. But, knowing that I'm on my own, with limited resources and limited abilities, gives me a freedom unknown to most.
I generally go out into an area of a few hundred square miles with very limited cell coverage. I let my wife know the "plan". I try not to deviate too far from the "plan". Ultimately, these basic steps help me stay within my "safe zone". I don't go down any trail I don't think I can come back up. I don't go up any trails I don' think I can come back down. And I certainly don't ride beyond my abilities. I'm pretty capable, but when riding alone I pull back substantially.
And I try not to venture alone anywhere I don't think I can walk back from or anywhere so remote that some help won't wander through in a day or two.
I would much rather ride with a partner or two, but that isn't always possible.
I guess what I'm trying to say is this. Ride your own ride. Do what you think is reasonable. Pack what you're comfortable with. But, at some time, remind yourself that you ride an "adventure" bike. Now go out and have an adventure.
Oh, and if you can't( or worry you can't) pick up your bike, stay home.(or get a lighter bike) JSNS
Look, I don't want to die in the desert because I failed to plan anymore than the next guy. But, at the same time, there is only so much planning and equipment one can reasonably do/carry. Carrying a multi-pound, multi piece, quite complicated piece of $200 webbing and ratchet infused contraption might give me some piece of mind. It also might allow me to venture hundreds of miles further into the unknown. But, knowing that I'm on my own, with limited resources and limited abilities, gives me a freedom unknown to most.
I generally go out into an area of a few hundred square miles with very limited cell coverage. I let my wife know the "plan". I try not to deviate too far from the "plan". Ultimately, these basic steps help me stay within my "safe zone". I don't go down any trail I don't think I can come back up. I don't go up any trails I don' think I can come back down. And I certainly don't ride beyond my abilities. I'm pretty capable, but when riding alone I pull back substantially.
And I try not to venture alone anywhere I don't think I can walk back from or anywhere so remote that some help won't wander through in a day or two.
I would much rather ride with a partner or two, but that isn't always possible.
I guess what I'm trying to say is this. Ride your own ride. Do what you think is reasonable. Pack what you're comfortable with. But, at some time, remind yourself that you ride an "adventure" bike. Now go out and have an adventure.
Oh, and if you can't( or worry you can't) pick up your bike, stay home.(or get a lighter bike) JSNS
2talltoo
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Mild rant but you go boy. At an earlier stage I may have written that through my 20/20 sight but at 68 some of my OLD partners have packed it in and I do not want to. So I may buy a gadget or two and keep motoring. I know the risks and that's ok. In Colorado you can travel some pretty mild fire roads that ALL of a sudden OH OH. Turn around 20 miles.. probably not...oh well here we go? whoops....Glad I have that gadget that B don't like.
Best advice if you plan to ride off road. More fun too.[/QUOTE]
outdoor
Active Member
I just found that out. I have a 2018 voyager 900 lbs and it seems easier to pick up. I just dropped the tenere first time while exploring some backroad and was worried I would not be able to pick it up
So, I'm assuming all's well that ends well? Was it better/worse than you expected?
outdoor
Active Member
Worse thought i would not be able to lift it
lund
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Haha, I've dropped mine dozens of times, you spend any time off road you will drop it.
I never had issues picking it up again, I don't even sweat it and never think about it, just pick it up and go again lol.
BUT, I have never had to pick it up loaded with gear just day stuff on the bike. It would be a beast to get off the ground with an extra 200-300lbs on it. Probably have to strip the gear off then.
I never had issues picking it up again, I don't even sweat it and never think about it, just pick it up and go again lol.
BUT, I have never had to pick it up loaded with gear just day stuff on the bike. It would be a beast to get off the ground with an extra 200-300lbs on it. Probably have to strip the gear off then.
I’m a former motor officer (retired) so I’ve dropped and picked up more motorcycles than I can count. It’s truly about technique more than strength. I’ve seen 120 pound women heave Harleys up. I’m also 60 years old, back surgery, a hip replacement, and a screwed together ankle. I dropped my 2022 last week in the driveway pushing it. It happens to the best of us. I lifted it by myself using techniques in the videos in other posts. The first key element is don’t get in a hurry to lift; it’s not hurting the bike to be on its side. Just stand there for a minute to lament, calm down, and organize your thoughts about how you’re going to lift. Once you’ve calmed down, and know your plan, lift it. If I can lift the beast anyone can.
Last bike that I had that took a nap was the ST1300. Opened up the saddlebag and it just . . . . went to sleep. I just let her sleep until a co-worker showed up. We picked it up, and I had him hold on to it so it wouldn't fall over again. Finished my business, went home, and then to the local minor emergency clinic. The saddlebag crashbar landed on my second toe and smooshed the first joint. The best we could tell was that I had misjudged the camber of the road. The saddlebag was just enough to cause the nap.