tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post6039900123524697448..comments2023-12-11T03:32:58.722-05:00Comments on Twisted Roads By Jack Riepe: Tires — A Beginner's Stupidity And A Lost Day At The FairJack Riepehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-5139782872448540832019-07-24T05:16:50.882-04:002019-07-24T05:16:50.882-04:00Masih Bingung Bossku Cari BO Poker Yang Aman &...Masih Bingung Bossku Cari BO Poker Yang Aman & Terpercaya ???<br />Ingin Kemenangan langsung dibayar secepat kilat , Tanpa Ribet ?<br />JACKPOT langsung dibayar secepat kilat<br />Ayo Langsung saja Yuk Gabung d website kami<br /><br />Dengan Server IDNPLAY Situs Taruhan Judi poker RECOMMENDED Banget Nii Guys !!!<br />Paling Aman & Terpercaya Di Indonesia<br />MEJAONLINE*.INFO (BINTANG NYA DI HAPUS)<br /><br />Daftar & Gabung Bersama Kami Sekarang Juga di MEJAONLINE<br />Dapatkan Promo Bonus Dari Kami :<br />1. BONUS DEPOSIT NEW MEMBER UP TO Rp. 50,000<br />2. BONUS ROLLINGAN 0.4 % SETIAP HARI SENIN<br />3. BONUS REFFERAL 20 % SETIAP HARI KAMIS<br /><br />Tunggu apalagi boss? AYO DAFTARKAN DIRI ANDA SEKARANG !<br />Link Resmi :<br />MEJAONLINE*.INFO (BINTANG NYA DI HAPUS)<br /><br />DI TUNGGU KEHADIRANNYA<br />LiveChat : www.mejaonlinezz. com (hapus spasi)<br />WA : +85516798223mejaonlinehttp://mejaonlinezz.com/index.phpnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-51597611440585886822014-01-05T13:57:30.025-05:002014-01-05T13:57:30.025-05:00This is the right blog for anyone who wants to fin...This is the right blog for anyone who wants to find out about this topic. You realize so much its almost hard to argue with you. You definitely put a new spin on a topic thats been written about for years. Great stuff, just great!Best Food In Coloradohttp://www.thelostcajun.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-89560798444930054412011-04-07T11:39:31.575-04:002011-04-07T11:39:31.575-04:00Hey Jack,
You inquired as to the type of "Do...Hey Jack,<br /><br />You inquired as to the type of "Doc" I am. Sadly, not the type that deals in hip replacements. No, the PhD/PE is in mining and geological engineering, so mines, tunnels, shafts, rock testing, rock blasting, rock reinforcement, etc. The moniker "Doc" was given to me years ago from friends while hunting in Wyoming due to my (in their view) southern accent and propensity for shooting things with reasonably large bore pistols and rifles. But hey, not to fear, I have a swiss army knife, duct tape, a bottle or two of small-batch bourbon, and a bandaid. I helped neuter a cat once, I ride an older R-bike, and if memory serves I have stayed at a Holdiday Inn Express, so a hip replacement should go pretty quick. I would gather that some of your "buddies" from the Mac-Pac would probably assist as well. I don't know why visions of the movies "Mr. Roberts" & "Ensign Pulver" and marbles come to mind now ... it escapes me. Look forward to your article on the Blue Ridge Parkway along with future blogs! Take care, Doc p.s. starting to save marbles now, just in caseDoc Rogershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06699217846084018814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-65935613534400966482011-04-06T22:17:48.083-04:002011-04-06T22:17:48.083-04:00There is an event/location at many bike rallies ca...There is an event/location at many bike rallies called a burnout pit. Riders with too much testosterone and alcohol in them bring their bikes up and, usually on a metal plate, proceed to spin the back tire until it smokes.<br /><br />Crowds of people watch and cheer these fellows on. Sometime women flash them to further encourage them. Such displays frequently end with a loud pop and the rear tire explodes generally doing significant damage to the rear of the bike. This is in addition to the damage to the engines and drive train that is part and parcel to this exhibition of bravado.<br /><br />My favorite moment standing around said pit was at a small rally way out beyond civilization with few vendors in attendance. None sold or mounted tires. Upon waving cheap, Chinese-made lead trophy in the air to celebrate "winning" the burnout contest his buddy leaned in and asked "how are you gonna get home now?"<br /><br />Like in the credit card commercials, the look on the winners face was...priceless.<br /><br />Hang in there <br /><br />-BuddhaThe Armed Christianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05033003471578386807noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-75613999523463362012011-04-06T21:51:02.694-04:002011-04-06T21:51:02.694-04:00PS: What kind of "Doc" are you? I have a...PS: What kind of "Doc" are you? I have a great cardiologist who I'll be riding with this weekend. But if you're a research surgeon specializing in hips made of cast iron, I could schedule a trip to the Peaks of Ottar sooner than later.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-84859135174987167182011-04-06T21:47:54.209-04:002011-04-06T21:47:54.209-04:00Dear Doc Rogers:
Aren't you kind! I have a sp...Dear Doc Rogers:<br /><br />Aren't you kind! I have a special piece about the Blue Ridge Patkway running in the May issue of the Owner's News.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-91865921589892060352011-04-06T17:51:05.533-04:002011-04-06T17:51:05.533-04:00Dear Jack,
Sorry to hear of your experience with ...Dear Jack,<br /><br />Sorry to hear of your experience with the tire vender. Hot tar, lice-ridden feathers, and a stout rail should cure what ails him.<br /><br />I just recently found your blog as well as the wonderful articles in BMW ON. I look forward to each and every one.<br /><br />When you next find yourself near MM90 on the Blue Ridge Parkway (e.g. Peaks of Otter area), let me know. I will furnish Cigars & Liquid Tonic of your choosing. <br /><br />Take care,<br />Doc Rogers<br />'77 R100SDoc Rogershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06699217846084018814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-56128016926939034602011-04-06T14:27:44.689-04:002011-04-06T14:27:44.689-04:00Dear Lady Ridesalot (The State Flower Of Alabama):...Dear Lady Ridesalot (The State Flower Of Alabama):<br /><br />All good points... And again, I must emphasize, I thought the damn tire was okay. We live ((sometimes) and learm. The BMW MOA group (one of the most influentisal and kindly BMW associations in the country) does have a very good facility for changing oil at the rally, as many riders may have pushed the envelope riding from the rings of Saturn to get there. <br /><br />And I did leave a rather informative and pleasant respponse to your "Dear Diary" post. I just assumed you opted to ignore it. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • Toad<br /><br /><br />But all other maintenance — especially tires — is bes performerd by your mechanic of record, barring unforeseen circumstances. <br /><br />I do think tattoos can be a plus at a rally. I must conferss I like tramp stamps and would like to see thm become US postage. (I could lick those all day.) I have noticed that women with great tramp stamps never tell me to kiss their ass. They wouldn't have to say it twice. (In Bobskoot's land of paradise, they'd have to repeat it in French.)Jack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-12831765088496978412011-04-06T10:01:57.481-04:002011-04-06T10:01:57.481-04:00I'm sorry you had a bad experience, but having...I'm sorry you had a bad experience, but having been to several rallies myself... I've come to a few conclusions. <br /><br />There are two things I would never, never do at a rally. (If I can help it)<br />1) Service work of ANY kind. It's a rally, not a garage. <br />2) Get a tattoo. <br /><br />In my simple mind, either of these could put my life at risk if not done properly. <br /><br />I like to go to rallies for two reasons... revelry and debauchery. Recess for adults!<br /><br />(BTW... I halfway expected a scathing retort to my answering comment on my Dear Diary post. I figured you must be busy... or asleep.) Have a nice day Mr. Riepe.Lady R (Di)https://www.blogger.com/profile/08253802136989789026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-37209102431902657322011-04-05T22:36:37.334-04:002011-04-05T22:36:37.334-04:00Dear Bobskoot:
How big was the rally you attended...Dear Bobskoot:<br /><br />How big was the rally you attended? I wasn't kidding when I said there were more than 8,000 riders present at the Burlington Rally. And the one percent figure looking for tires was probably conservative. I have an idea that more than half the tires sold for the run were impulse purchases. And many were probably purchased on contingency.<br /><br />I would never expect to "re-tire" at an event like that, without making specific arrangements. And like I said, I'll have new tires on my bike when I ride into an event like that. I wouldn't want to waste an hour of rally time standing on line — for anything. And that includes a shower too.<br /><br />Thanks for reading Twisted Roads, and for writing in.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-16786335356949583672011-04-05T17:09:42.419-04:002011-04-05T17:09:42.419-04:00Mr Jack r:
I went to a Rally a few years ago and ...<b>Mr Jack r:</b><br /><br />I went to a Rally a few years ago and they had a tire vendor there giving great deals on tires. You ordered them before the Rally and he would bring them there to install. They had lots of bikes there blocked up waiting for tires to be installed. Never heard any complaints from anyone.<br /><br />I like your idea of "banging the card" . Perhaps you should send me your card and I'll let you know how it worked out<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Riding the Wet Coast</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-45410587132716287992011-04-05T11:53:02.600-04:002011-04-05T11:53:02.600-04:00Where I come from we call people who take off on t...Where I come from we call people who take off on trips with no rubber on their tires, let me see, douche bags - is it? <br />Remember your roots and consider the parable about the money changers in the temple, my son.Conchscooterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08016331487463993200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-4471853633962935162011-04-05T07:32:47.791-04:002011-04-05T07:32:47.791-04:00Dear Jack:
Sorry I couldn't have made it over ...Dear Jack:<br />Sorry I couldn't have made it over last week to assist in shoving that Jarvi 7, a torque wrench, or motolites up your ass; I would have brought the lubricants and sand. We were otherwise occupied housesitting with three teenagers, two smelly dogs, and a dying cat. I remember your experience with the tire vendor at the rally. That was before you and I started riding together and before I knew you as well as I do now. I thought you demonstrated exceptional composure by not killing him; as a matter of fact your demeanor at the time is probably why I feel safe riding with you. Let's try to do that this week.....I mean ride, not kill tire guys.BMW-Dickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17923099195434220681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-67627773881947652602011-04-05T07:00:23.251-04:002011-04-05T07:00:23.251-04:00Dear Gaston:
I have indeed pondered that question...Dear Gaston:<br /><br />I have indeed pondered that question, along with, "What is your favorite color?" Now I must go forth and find a shrubber.<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />The Knights Who Say "Nee."Jack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-8397935577129886512011-04-05T06:57:29.316-04:002011-04-05T06:57:29.316-04:00Dear Slappy:
I had great luck at the Tennessee Ra...Dear Slappy:<br /><br />I had great luck at the Tennessee Rally. Her name was Cheri Pie. (A charming rider agreed to show up as my legendary character, Cheri Pie, and it was hysterical.) I arrived at the Tennessee rally lloking like I had ben dragged behind a horse, but my tires looked great as they were brand new. And while the wheels were off, my mechanic said to me, "Those brakes are shot too." <br /><br />And I looked at him, smiled, and replied, "Bang the card," and got new brakes too. <br /><br />That was a great tip you offered and one I will not forget. <br /><br />Thanks for reading Twisted Roads, and for writing in.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-60058872594511932602011-04-05T06:52:05.234-04:002011-04-05T06:52:05.234-04:00Dear Stacy:
I deeply appreciate your stinging imp...Dear Stacy:<br /><br />I deeply appreciate your stinging implication of, "You shouldn't be riding the damn thing if you can't get the wheels off." LOL :)<br /><br />The most commonly used tool in my kit is a Visa Card. When something on the bike needs attention, I call, drop it off, and bang the card. This is the preferred method of repair for someone of my unusual mechanical apptitude. <br /><br />However, getting the front wheel off a K75 is not rocket science. I learned how to pop the wheel off after the great tire debacle. It still requires loosening the brake calipers on their mounts, and the use of three separate tools to free the wheel.<br /><br />And it is true, that using the standard BMW tool kit, you can virtually disassemble and rebuild the whole bike. Again, in my defense, the vendor never said, "Take off the wheel." He said, "Leave the bike." <br /><br />My new mantra now, however, is "Make sure the tires are up to the task before rolling out of the garage." Still, that can easily change on the road. Especially if one were to pick up as nail or whale into a pothole. It happens.<br /><br />Thanks for reading Twisted Roads and for writing in. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-62918681150226253632011-04-05T06:40:23.584-04:002011-04-05T06:40:23.584-04:00Dear Richard:
I am often slow to come to the righ...Dear Richard:<br /><br />I am often slow to come to the right conclusion, but I can follow instructions. If the tire vendor had said to me, "I can get the tire on your front rim, if you can get the wheel off the bike," I'd have had the wheel off in 15 minutes. Someone in my group would have done it, or showed me how to do it. <br /><br />And if I had been around the block once or twice, I'd hasve realized that myself. But I was not alone in my thiunking. There was a long line of guys who had followed the vendor's instructions, and left their bikes.<br /><br />The MOA Rally's are part classroom, part party, part ride, and part Mardi Gras. I am really looking forward to the one in Bloomsburg. <br /><br />Thanks for reading and for writing in.<br /><br />Fondest regqrds,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-67153304718075088962011-04-04T19:41:30.848-04:002011-04-04T19:41:30.848-04:00Dear Sir,
Did you ever wonder ...
... why you ca...Dear Sir,<br /><br />Did you ever wonder ...<br /><br />... why you can't attach a container of distilled water to the vent tube and refill the battery? <br /><br />Respectfully submitted,<br />Gaston "I fart in your general direction" PlanteAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-74409197106259219842011-04-04T19:12:30.666-04:002011-04-04T19:12:30.666-04:00I needed a front tire at the Tennessee rally. This...I needed a front tire at the Tennessee rally. This was after asking my trusted mechanic if the front would last me there or back. Well after thrashing Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway it was looking thin. I removed the wheel in the parking lot and walked it over to the guys doing exhibitions for the No-Mar tire mounting system. This was a good way for them to show the system and make some money selling tires. They charged no labor and would not take a tip. I got a Premium tire at a good price (comparable to what you see on the internet) and no drama. All told the process took about 1 hour. So you can have good luck at rallies.slappyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14383504034650431740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-69648493557362008732011-04-04T17:36:46.908-04:002011-04-04T17:36:46.908-04:00This is the kind of stunt that could only happen a...This is the kind of stunt that could only happen at a BMW rally. Anywhere else and this scammer would have found himself brained by a tire iron in short order.<br /><br />The BMWRO Chief Joseph Rally in beautiful John Day, Oregon always has a competent tire vendor. *hint, hint* But like the MOA, the expectation is that you remove the wheels yourself. After all, isn't that why BMW bikes come with a centerstand and the best tool kit in the business?Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04582046943770681695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-66485018612169268392011-04-04T15:48:43.134-04:002011-04-04T15:48:43.134-04:00Another good story. At the last rally, I noticed a...Another good story. At the last rally, I noticed a pile of partially disassembled bikes around the tire vendors. I got the impression that they left it to you to remove and re-install the wheels. For some, their puzzled looks suggested that it was the first time they ever removed the wheels themselves. Fortunately, help was generally available.<br /><br />I have been shopping for tires and there is a real limited choice in the stock inch sizes.<br /><br />I would second your recommendation of the MOA rally. I went there not knowing anyone and ended up having a great time. Especially after discovering the Airhead tent. But then again, I didn't have any expectations....RichardMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04773834892715980735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-54527563354020981522011-04-04T13:59:30.023-04:002011-04-04T13:59:30.023-04:00Dear Ihor:
I spent 20 minutes in the shower scrub...Dear Ihor:<br /><br />I spent 20 minutes in the shower scrubbing my ass today. It is really clean, so feel free to kiss it. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-50392870605492859842011-04-04T13:54:52.756-04:002011-04-04T13:54:52.756-04:00,have the two then welded together with a sedan ch...,have the two then welded together with a sedan chair betwixt. Steering would be the next difficulty but corrected with imagineering. <br />You could get the whole rig custom painted to impress the jealous gawkers.You should buy that K75, Ihornoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-72815432013896962832011-04-04T13:46:51.551-04:002011-04-04T13:46:51.551-04:00Dear Chris (Wolfe):
Don't hold back... How do...Dear Chris (Wolfe):<br /><br />Don't hold back... How do you really feel? You'll get that beer and a swimming pool full of rum at the next rally. And I wan t to introduce you to Steve Williams, a real party animal.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jackl • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-66547424548394135522011-04-04T13:44:52.528-04:002011-04-04T13:44:52.528-04:00Dear IronDad (Dan):
The club I belong to is the c...Dear IronDad (Dan):<br /><br />The club I belong to is the civilian version of the Marine Corps. I mentioned I was fooling around with stuff in the garage the other day, and three guys rode up (separately) to make sure I didn't hurt myself. <br /><br />These are the best friends I ever had (for the exception of Ihor, Chris Wolfe, and that dancer in the Amish bar). <br /><br />And let me tell you, several of these Mac-Pac guys have offered to install a Jarvic 7 mechanical heart for me — in my ass.<br /><br />Thanks for readinmg my blog, and for making me your lifestyle role model.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.com