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  1. pickax

    An Additional Hobby Started

    Thanks for the DCM link Jim, I was hung up years ago in joining because we had no affiliated club. that has changed now with a great club 30 miles away with a 200 yd range. Will join up and start the paperwork. Need to work on a scabbard attachment farkle to ride the bike to the range! Got a...
  2. pickax

    Reloading presses

    I'm reminded again on the expertise here in shooting sports. After suffering sticker shock from recent ammo prices, it's definately time to reload. Looking for a progressive type setup that will handle 9mm pistol thru 30 cal. rifle cases. I guess ruggedness, reliability and powder accuracy...
  3. pickax

    Daytona bike week

    Hell Ya! All welcome. So far it looks like the second week is best. Lets see who's gonna be around and when and pick a good date. I'll post contact info at the end of the month. Also didn't mention the major factories give demo rides at the speedway all week.
  4. pickax

    An Additional Hobby Started

    Love my 1911A1, great shooter. Getting back into shooting again, now the FJR is fairly well farkled. Bought a S/W M&P 15 for Christmas. first AR type rifle, very sweet. Just bought a case of .223 from a guy in Turner, Maine. Charlie, is that you? Looking for a nice Garand and 1903A3 also
  5. pickax

    Brackets for aux lights

    Good pictures and writeup. Glad the vibration wasnt an issue, which was my main worry. I'm sure joe could shorten them up for a mirror widening only version, and use these for mounting lights. I will hang my solteks from these temporarily to give 'em the acid test.
  6. pickax

    Daytona bike week

    It'll be good to ride with you guys again. I'm free all week, got some baby backs and butts in the freezer, looking for some briskets too. We'll keep that smoker and grill going all week. We should do some riding in the Lake, Marion, Alachua counties. Wade, do you have any good roads north of...
  7. pickax

    South Florida Riders

    Glad y'all got out, it was a beautiful day. I was hating working, but will make up for it today.
  8. pickax

    Sargent Seat for 06 FJR

    I've put around 8K on mine since this thread was started, including a SS1K, and still love this seat. It does have a seat pocket with small wings for thigh support. I consider it a good compromise from the plusher Russels I sat on at EOM. It allows you to move around in the twisties which the...
  9. pickax

    Daytona bike week

    It's right around the corner isn't it. Here's a link to the chamber of commerce site. https://www.daytonachamber.com/bwhome.html As Bob said, there are always a few of us to get together for some backroading and speedway racing. I can offer up a back yard for BBQ and beers. Lets see who's...
  10. pickax

    Brackets for aux lights

    They are certainly all that! Can't wait to hear the test ride report. Jet mechanic, if you want to speed up the test riding, send me your shipping address I will lend you my stock seat while you're getting the Russel made.
  11. pickax

    Pink Running Shorts

    C'mon JB, out with it! Pic's too please.
  12. pickax

    I got rear-ended on the FZ,

    Put her back on the back.... :rolleyes: No way, she's got the right attitude, hang in there Mrs. scab!!
  13. pickax

    Brackets for aux lights

    I was afraid of that as well, my skyway mount pushes the light forward enough. Not to worry, still a worthy farkle to get the full mirror view. Stay with the RAM mount for video or smaller lights.
  14. pickax

    Brackets for aux lights

    Thanks MM2 for the measurements, I can only add that there is exactly 1/2 inch of threads protruding fom the bracket with the supplied 3/8 bolt. A tapped hole would work if you think the threads would hold up to the weight (2lb.3oz.). Or if you want to drill through I could get a longer...
  15. pickax

    Brackets for aux lights

    More like $300 each.
  16. pickax

    Brackets for aux lights

    Hey, new progress! I've got Solteks we could try if you like. As mentioned they are heavy and I think mounting on top would be the best if there is room. The bracket mounts with a single bolt. I am working today and cannot measure the bracket length and width until the AM.
  17. pickax

    Moto-cops or medics

    Ed Daytona Beach FD has been operating a highly succesful motor medic squad since "95. We use police bikes (currently roadkings) and are trained to police national motor standards. We use the bikes during heavy traffic events and take a huge load off the engines and rescue squads. Between two...
  18. pickax

    Brackets for aux lights

    The cantilever version II certainly looks simpler without having to deal with subframe mounting and fairing angles. Are you thinking Delrin or aluminum? The detent holes and pivot channels might wear quickly with Delrin. And maybe a bit thicker than shown for strength, a bit more height...
  19. pickax

    What did you learn from/about motorcycling this year?

    I've learned rural america and its people are alive and well. And the best way to see it is from a feej. Need to make more time...
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