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• bofahs posted a topic in the forum Metric :

  June 7, 2013

  Old Yamaha Paint Code

  I've got an old paint code for a 1971 Yamaha 100 dirt bike - the code is 656K PDF. Paint company can't convert this "Mandarin Orange" code to the new codes.  Any help?
• bofahs replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  April 19, 2012

  lone wolf?

  All my life I have been ignored.  For what ever reason and no matter what I have done or been involved in.  Not that I look for attention or crave it, I do not. Actually I am the opposite of that. Everyone has always told me I need to be more...  moreAll my life I have been ignored.  For what ever reason and no matter what I have done or been involved in.  Not that I look for attention or crave it, I do not. Actually I am the opposite of that. Everyone has always told me I need to be more outgoing. I have never "fit in" completely.  Rode bulls and rode bikes but usually either alone or with a couple of friends. Got along with people , yes, but fit in, no, not really.  I Post on here and it is like I don't exist.  If someone does post on one of my post they take over the post.  I have had a very full life with  all kinds of experiences.  Most I would love to share, some I can't share.  I signed up here to make friends and maybe actually ride with someone for at least awhile.  I guess I am destined to ride alone.  I am ok with that.........  Guess I am  a lone wolf for sure.  less
• bofahs replied to a topic in the forum Off Topic:

  April 19, 2012

  Colorado to Sturgis

  Any advice will be appreciated. The plan is to fly from the UK to Denver pick up hire bike and pootle south to Colorado Springs, and then meander roughly NW probable Breckenridge - Yamper valley - Steamboat Springs - Kremmling - Grand Lake - Rocky...  moreAny advice will be appreciated. The plan is to fly from the UK to Denver pick up hire bike and pootle south to Colorado Springs, and then meander roughly NW probable Breckenridge - Yamper valley - Steamboat Springs - Kremmling - Grand Lake - Rocky Mountain / Estes National Parks and NE ending up in Rapid City having booked 4 nights and taking in the Sturgis experience and back to Denver. I know some of these locations may not seemlessly link-up, I'm just a Limey surfing pretty pictures of Colorado on the net, most importantly the question is, is it feasibly to use this method of going where the wind takes me in respect of finding somewhere to lay my head ie Motel or Hotel at the end of each day? I'm not really into camping due to an old snore wound. However, the only must do's are riding over Pike's Peak and The Garden of the Gods looks awesome, but I will bow to the greater judgement from those who have actually lived the dream of one with a long list,...    less
• bofahs replied to a topic in the forum Harley Davidson:

  April 1, 2012

  ignition Module keeps going out even after replacing

   I have tried everything!!! and can't determine what is causing my module to fail supposedly from heat, they are supposed to be designed to withstand that however since they are shoved into the side of the camcover.  ...  more I have tried everything!!! and can't determine what is causing my module to fail supposedly from heat, they are supposed to be designed to withstand that however since they are shoved into the side of the camcover.   It has to be that something was done to the electrial to cause it to happen to my 03' XLH1200.  Anyone out there with a clue  
• bofahs posted a topic in the forum In Our Prayers:

  March 19, 2012

  Ted Rose, RIP

  Ted & Dot's Mom & Pop Motorcycle Store is an institution in Georgia.  If you have ridden a V-twin in Georgia in the last 50 years, you've probably been to Ted & Dot's place in Brunswick.  Ted passed this morning;...  moreTed & Dot's Mom & Pop Motorcycle Store is an institution in Georgia.  If you have ridden a V-twin in Georgia in the last 50 years, you've probably been to Ted & Dot's place in Brunswick.  Ted passed this morning; funeral Wednesday, ride from Ted's on US 82 - kickstands up at 12 noon.  Be there. Ted was often a trophy winner in Daytona, ABATE stalwart, friend to bikers everywhere.  From Indians, to bobbers, to choppers, to dressers, Ted did it all, and helped all of us do it better.   less
• bofahs replied to a topic in the forum Harley Davidson:

  March 11, 2012

  Need Help With my 1985 Evo

  Greetings CycleFish MotorHeads! My winter 'Tear-Down' project this year includes replacing the valve cover gaskets. I have gotten all the stuff off of my 1985 FLHTC that needs to come off (gas tank, seat etc) and I have read the HD...  moreGreetings CycleFish MotorHeads! My winter 'Tear-Down' project this year includes replacing the valve cover gaskets. I have gotten all the stuff off of my 1985 FLHTC that needs to come off (gas tank, seat etc) and I have read the HD service manual to familiarize my brain w/the procedure. I am a good wrench and have done a LOT of this type of work, so I'm not afraid of whatever has to be done. Up to and including R&R of the motor. The thing I want to know, do I have to pull the motor to change the valve cover gaskets? All but two of the 8 screws in the valve covers are accessable. Rear cylinder left side are like mebbe 1/2" from the frame. I already have a gasket kit for the primary/valve covers/exhaust/heads/etc... I was gonna just replace the valve cover & primary inner/outer gaskets (she has a wet clutch/primary chain) cause she's flinging more oil than is acceptable. If so, I might as well pull the heads & inspect the bore/pistons while...    less
• bofahs replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  March 3, 2012

  assistance required.

  okay this may or may not draw some criticisms but i need advice so here it comes.  , as i am suffering from cronic arthritis pain. in my legs around the knees and in my right ankle. My ass gets so sore after about 50 km..which is around 38...  moreokay this may or may not draw some criticisms but i need advice so here it comes.  , as i am suffering from cronic arthritis pain. in my legs around the knees and in my right ankle. My ass gets so sore after about 50 km..which is around 38 miles. Late last year i came off a bike at speed. and I seem to have damaged the tail bone section of my back..cause thats what gets sore when i ride long distance. I move around lot to get in a comfortable riding position. My problem is I wanna do Pa to Fl this summer. From there i want to get over to Sturgis again. I've purchased a 1500 vulcan to do this...I am getting the windscreen replaced , and I'm figuring on a back rest...like HD have...for the rider...if thats not an option I'll make something up for a back rest with my travel luggage. The problem will be my legs..the bike has crash bars and hiway pegs, but keeping my legs straight isn't a big problem..sometimes  i like the bend my legs back on the pillion...    less
• bofahs replied to a topic in the forum Forum Games:

  September 25, 2011

  ABCs of Geography

  Thought it was about time for a new game.  Saw this on another site I visit and it looked like fun. List a city that starts with the next letter in the alphabet.  When we get to "Z" we start back at "A". The city can...  moreThought it was about time for a new game.  Saw this on another site I visit and it looked like fun. List a city that starts with the next letter in the alphabet.  When we get to "Z" we start back at "A". The city can be in any country.  If it is in the US just list the City & State, if it is in another country list the City & Country. Ok, I'll start with... Assawomen, VA      (yes it's real)  
• bofahs replied to a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  August 25, 2011

  Who Exactly are the "Real Bikers"?

  I found this on one of my other biker sites and had to bring it here. From : Dirk Diggler Since getting back into riding, and associating with more people who also ride, I've found myself asking this question more and more...  What...  moreI found this on one of my other biker sites and had to bring it here. From : Dirk Diggler Since getting back into riding, and associating with more people who also ride, I've found myself asking this question more and more...  What exactly is the definition of the real biker?   Some will say it's anyone who has the drive and desire to ride, and loves the feeling of the open road.  Others will disagree, claiming that you have to ride for a cause, own a certain brand of bike, dress a certain way, etc. I've met both, and quite frankly, the ones who consider themselves the "real", "hardcore" bikers are most the time the biggest poseurs on the planet.   Allow me to embellish a bit... This past weekend, I decided to attend one of many "ride for a cause" rides, only because I felt a little bit of a connection to the cause involved, and thought I should do my part to at least make an appearance and donate a little...    less
• bofahs posted a topic in the forum Biker Chat:

  July 9, 2011

  Fathers and Sons

  Motorcycling is about a lot of things.  This link,  http://thegentlemanstopcoat.com/category/the-greasy-garage/  is about one of them that you will enjoy. As my own father said, "I taught him everything he knows, but I...  moreMotorcycling is about a lot of things.  This link,  http://thegentlemanstopcoat.com/category/the-greasy-garage/  is about one of them that you will enjoy. As my own father said, "I taught him everything he knows, but I didn't teach him everything that I know!"