This is a naive but serious question. Why is it that I often see a Harley Davidson with a gas tank with two filler caps - left and right? Are there two...
... two filler caps - left and right? Are there two separate tanks inside? Like one is main and one is reserve? Or... what??? ... There are definitely two...
Some of my wild imagination are: 1. You can fill in two different kinds of gas (regular, high-octane) and switch to see their effects on the engine. 2. They're...
I recall seeing when they're taken apart, they are physically two separate tanks. Which goes out where, I do not know. One other thing I know is never...
I usually fill in 95 but, when out in remote areas, only 91 is available in drum, and I don't hesitate for that. A few years ago, when I had a whim to try 91...
Both sides of tanks are for fuel. The tank is indeed split into two and is connected at the front underside by a balancer pipe. The left-hand tank also holds...
Pat, What about the Honda X11? if that is what it is called. What did you think of the V-Max. I am thinking of changing bikes but I worry about the handling...
Talking about fuel, I remember a similar account of this scam several years ago. It doesn't appear to be widespread, at least as far as I know. But then again,...
Mike, When I rode the X11 I didnt like it, good power, comfy seating position, but it looks weird, and doesn't turn in so nice. The V Max is the grunt king,...
And welcome to the Thailand 3D Imagery Club. I had pretty good fun exploring around the Thai-Lao border area from Chiang Khong all the way down to Loei. I'm...
I have added following topics at http://www.geocities.com/bkkriders/phuketgazette.html Shinji -- [Traffic-Related] (no topics added) [Life] Compensation for...
1. Not sure if you can go by motorbike to the point where the border runs inland from the Mekong river. We went from Wiang Kaen north to Ban Huay Luk, a small...
So I saw this interesting-looking new model chopper in my condo parking lot. -- 150cc, air-cooled, 4-stroke, single cylinder but with two exhaust pipes. Other...
Say, did you get to the point where the pavement ended and a steep dirt trail descended down to the Mekong River? The eastward riverbank was a huge rock. I...
Yes, I did get to the point where the pavement ended right at the Mekong river. However I was with family there and that "limits" sometimes the fun of...
... splitting steep downhill (uphill on your way back). Slippery. On my way ... When I saw this article I was reminded of your recent report and wondered if...
[Ban Sane Pong] Sipping coffee at a rustic Karen shop, I was thinking about my way out of the village. The eternal question: which was easier, downhill or...
I have added following links at: http://www.geocities.com/bkkriders/links.html Shinji -- Trip Report / 2003 Thailand Enduro Touring (in two parts, PDF format) ...
I'm not much concerned but, to those concerned, here's something I found today. "The ZURICH does not offer any ful comprehensive insurance for motorbikes ...
For your trip planning inspiration: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bkkriders/files/lsat/eastern.jpg If the download fails, clear your IE cache and try again. ...
Just in case anyone is interested, the BIRA racetrack is available this Sunday. For guys not aware of the track, we get to use it from 9-12 in the morning at a...
Thank you for your information. Here's a rough map from the Budget Pattaya guide: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bkkriders/files/Maps/bira.png Shinji...
The track is booked under ThaiSuperbike club. The security guy at the gate can sometimes get a bit funny so mention this when you arrive. Hope to see some new...
Message10 Year Anniversary Phuket Bike Week 2004 To All motorcycle clubs, bikers, friends and Ride Thailand members Phuket Riders and Ride Thailand magazine...