MSTA Forums http://www.sporttouring.us/ The Motorcycle Sport Touring Association (MSTA) was founded in 1982 and is chartered by the American Motorcycle Association. The primary purpose of the club is to bring together riders whose focus is motorcycle sport touring regardless of type or brand of motorcycle . There are members throughout the US, Canada, and numerous foreign countries. Members range in age from late teens to late eighties, with a median age between 35 and 45, and include virtually all socioeconomic strata. The majority of our members ride sport touring bikes. en Wed, 22 May 2013 06:39:38 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.sporttouring.us/images/misc/rss.png MSTA Forums http://www.sporttouring.us/ Memorial Day Trackday Texas World Speedway http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3322-Memorial-Day-Trackday-Texas-World-Speedway?goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 14:38:51 GMT Hello All, Memorial Day is next Monday and that means it’s time againfor the annual Ridesmart Memorial Day track day. The weather is... Hello All,

Memorial Day is next Monday and that means it’s time againfor the annual Ridesmart Memorial Day track day. The weather is lookingreally fine for this and although spots are filling up fast there is roomavailable. This event is only $120 compared to the normal $150 for a TWSevent.

Even better for the first timers on this email they areoffering half off that’s right half off if you use promotional code2.PR.TWS.L1.50.5/27/13. You will get high quality instruction from CMRAracers and DPS certified instructors including all classroom presentations andif you need leathers no problem the price is included for the first timer.

I guarantee you will be a better rider, smoother rider, moreconfident rider and more importantly a safer rider from just one RidesmartSchool track day. You know how much I love it but use caution it isaddictive. Go To Ridesmart.info to sign up then let me know. I willbe heading over Sunday afternoon and camping out but those who don’t wish tocamp there are lots of hotels within a 15 minute drive from the track.

Hope you can make it, if not maybe next time.
Michael
]]> Texas Michael Snyder http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3322-Memorial-Day-Trackday-Texas-World-Speedway MR2: An Excellent Adventure http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3321-MR2-An-Excellent-Adventure?goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 10:07:29 GMT Kim Ewen, Gary Ibershoff and I want to thank everyone who joined us for the inaugural Michigan Renegade Mountain Ride (MR2) last week and made it a... Kim Ewen, Gary Ibershoff and I want to thank everyone who joined us for the inaugural Michigan Renegade Mountain Ride (MR2) last week and made it a tremendous success.


  • We had an eclectic blend of riders; from the old guard to three former SMOTYs to newer Michigan MSTA riders and a few brand new members who made this event their first.



  • There were 12+1 routes to choose from, varying from almost 400 miles of twisties to a short 75 mile ride up and over the Blue Ridge ending in a 2 mile hike to see a 420ft waterfall. To our delight at least three riders took the short ride and hike and reported the falls were worth the walk.



  • The weather cooperated perfectly, with sun every day, allowing several riders to accumulate almost 1600 miles in 5 days. One tire had to be replaced mid-event and several bikes left the event needing new tires.



  • Great food was available within five miles of the event hotel and there were several memorable restaurants included in the routes. I know I added about six pounds and I wasn't the biggest eater, although I'll admit to "out-desserting" anyone else.


The route-meister (that'd be me) has already tweaked the routes for 2014, bypassing one goat-path road and one has-been road.

Now maybe we can get riders to post pictures (Terry?). ]]> Michigan Leaner http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3321-MR2-An-Excellent-Adventure Any female riders looking to share a hotel room http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3320-Any-female-riders-looking-to-share-a-hotel-room?goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 05:11:26 GMT If so please contact me. Lisa tripgrrl@gmail.com If so please contact me.

Lisa tripgrrl@gmail.com ]]> STAR 2013, Lexington, KY Lisa_st http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3320-Any-female-riders-looking-to-share-a-hotel-room BMW K1200RS shock on an FJ1200 http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3319-BMW-K1200RS-shock-on-an-FJ1200?goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 02:56:47 GMT I have installed a 1998 BMW K1200RS rear shock on my 1989 Yamaha FJ1200. The mod was fairly easy. I pressed out the rubber damper type upper sleeve... I have installed a 1998 BMW K1200RS rear shock on my 1989 Yamaha FJ1200. The mod was fairly easy. I pressed out the rubber damper type upper sleeve and replace it with the stock teflon type sleeve. The lower clevis mount need the hole opened up slightly and the use of a few washers as shims. The BMW shock is about 3" longer than the stocl FJ shock. The stock dog bones were way to short to use. I made my own dog bones which are longer by 3".

Fred


]]> Off Topic aviationfred http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3319-BMW-K1200RS-shock-on-an-FJ1200 Chelseas Bike Night http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3318-Chelseas-Bike-Night?goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 14:41:27 GMT Just a reminder that Chelseas Bike Night opens this Wednesday, 5/22. The Beer Garden runs 6pm-9pm with cold drafts, wing specials, and a couple of... Just a reminder that Chelseas Bike Night opens this Wednesday, 5/22. The Beer Garden runs 6pm-9pm with cold drafts, wing specials, and a couple of new waitresses( we shall miss you Melissa). You may also order off of the menu. This event will run every Wednesday night, through September, weather permitting.

See you there,


Doc

http://chelseasrestaurantpub.com/ ]]> New Jersey STDocLizard1 http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3318-Chelseas-Bike-Night Any V-Strom guys here? http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3317-Any-V-Strom-guys-here?goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 14:33:21 GMT New member in PA, Looking for V-Stromers in the south central pa area to ride with, and info on tires for my wee the last 3 sets were shinko 705 but... New member in PA, Looking for V-Stromers in the south central pa area to ride with, and info on tires for my wee the last 3 sets were shinko 705 but I cant stand the howling front tire any longer


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]]> Introductions HUTCH http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3317-Any-V-Strom-guys-here VJMC meet, Saturday May 25, 11AM to 3 PM http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3315-VJMC-meet-Saturday-May-25-11AM-to-3-PM?goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 11:27:20 GMT The Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club will have a gathering at Williams Vintage Cycle this Saturday in Xenia. They're even advertising "free food" while it lasts so I'm planning to be there 30-minutes early!

Williams Vintage Cycle, 411 Home Avenue, Xenia

Their flyer says "On Route 68, 3/4 mile north of US 35 bypass." I'm not going to Tri-STAR so am planning to attend. Now, I only have vintage German and Swedish motorcycles but I'm vintage "Japanese-American" so I hope they let me in! :-) ]]> Ohio DirtFlier http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3315-VJMC-meet-Saturday-May-25-11AM-to-3-PM 2013 TWiSTAR Photos are Online! http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3314-2013-TWiSTAR-Photos-are-Online!?goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 03:23:55 GMT http://rickcorwine.smugmug.com/Motor...4901&k=4prZWGj ]]> TwiSTAR Ray916MN http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3314-2013-TWiSTAR-Photos-are-Online! Power Sliding Videos, Moto GP etc... http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3313-Power-Sliding-Videos-Moto-GP-etc?goto=newpost Sat, 18 May 2013 21:27:47 GMT

Check out this one from Marco Melandri in 2006. It goes fast but watch the replay. Pretty good one handed power slide. ]]> YouTube Videos skyway_rider http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3313-Power-Sliding-Videos-Moto-GP-etc RIDE: Maumee River Ride Saturday, June 15, 2013 Kickstands up 10:00AM http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3312-RIDE-Maumee-River-Ride-Saturday-June-15-2013-Kickstands-up-10-00AM?goto=newpost Sat, 18 May 2013 01:08:38 GMT Good Evening All,

I will not be at the meeting Saturday the 25th so I thought I'd post a ride for June.

So let go down to Ohio and ride the Maumee River. 3

WHEN: Saturday, June 15, 2013
WHERE: Meeting at the Pilot Travel Plaza on I75 and Nadeau Road (Exit 18)
TIME: Kickstands up at 10:00AM

Backroads ride to Toledo and the Maumee River.

We will ride the south side of the river to Napolean and the north side of the river back to Toledo.
Likn to map on Grouprider; http://grouprider.com/event.php?event_id=338

Lunch at Tony Packo's at the Park.

Breakstops at Mary Thurston Park, photo op at the Campbell's Soup can in Napolean. Quick break in Napolean and then back to Toledo.

I'm going to make this a shine event, so stay tuned to the thread on Thursday, June 13 for possible cancellation.
ALL are welcome.
Hope you can make it.

Regards,Steve Meiners ]]> Michigan Bufalojump http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/3312-RIDE-Maumee-River-Ride-Saturday-June-15-2013-Kickstands-up-10-00AM