Fresh meat for the Utah 1088!

[juniorfjr]

After installing the intercom, my neck wasn't as sore and the ringing in my ears stopped. She stopped whacking me on the helmet to get my attention. Hell, I hardly even flinch anymore.

 

[Go Far]

I am suspicious that this year's Utah 1088 is not going to be quite as warm as we are used to.....

A high of only 83 degrees on Game Day?

Perhaps that traditional sucker bonus down in Las Vegas might be more attractive to try to find some warmth....

What year was it when it was an INFERNO? I was carrying 2 gallons on the bike that year, drank both between one So Utah gas stop and felt the effects of heat exhaustion before I could refill.

Sounds like perfect weather this year. Have fun! I'm skipping out for a family event in San Diego..................

Hmm, I should let Steve know- could set up an LD alt route checkpoint! :good:

 

[Peter Murray]

Wow, you all be drinking the same rancid kool-aid. I've only been through one PR2, (currently at 13,500 miles and just about shot) and I love it. No howl or funky wear pattern.
And after running two sets of Storms: Never again!

As much as it pains me to admit this to my rubber-side-down-challenged friend.......I agree 100% on every single point. I got about 13K out of my PR2 rear from the IBR last year. I could notice a slight scallop with my hands, but no where near an ME-880 and no howl I could tell. The PR2 front I had made it over 18000 miles and the best wearing front I've ever had.

My NEPRT-worthy rating for tires for combination of mileage, wear, and scalloping would be:

PR2

PR

Azarro

ME-880

Storm

I could really give a **** what anyone else runs on their FJR -tires are a personal choice and opinions will differ.

i've gone through a fair amount of tires on this bike and all the major brands .....and IMO thePR2's are a whole different level of performance than anything else and until something better comes out, they get the nod for my bike. Of course we all want more, but compared to the other stuff -->PR2's are it for me. I don't get nearly the wear that iggy does, and the front eventually gets funky ...but our bikes are fat and if pressing hard it'll make any front tire funky. The PR2 holds as well as any.

So are you guys using the PR2B or just plain PR2 on the rear ??

Plus unless you ride or have rode a LT with 880's the howl of the tire on this bike shouts at ya.

 

[Warchild]

Now weather.com is saying that Salt Lake City will be heating up seasonably.....

You just know it's gonna be 100+ degree broiling temps in the southern part of the state on Game Day... here we go....

 

[RenoJohn]

What year was it when it was an INFERNO? I was carrying 2 gallons on the bike that year, drank both between one So Utah gas stop and felt the effects of heat exhaustion before I could refill. ..............

You just know it's gonna be 100+ degree broiling temps in the southern part of the state on Game Day... here we go....

I won't claim last year was the hottest year ...but it was hot enough where I had the dreaded boiling gas as I made my way out of Vegas early afternoon. By Colorado City (mid afternoon) I was blowing gas out the aux and had a 3foot high geiser when I opened my primary fuel cap.

One of the reasons I've gone to a different cap design ....did this groovy little keyless farkle today. Primary reason is for the keyless functionality, but I also am confident it'll have better venting characteristics than the OEM ...we'll see.

BTW last year Jim Owen said the greatest temperature extreme he'd ever seen, I don't recall exactly, but something like 27degree low and 114degree high ..in a 24hour window on that rally.

 

[Good2Go]

Now weather.com is saying that Salt Lake City will be heating up seasonably.....

You just know it's gonna be 100+ degree broiling temps in the southern part of the state on Game Day... here we go....

I understand the RM has control over the weather websites in the weeks leading up to the rally (?). Something about mind games. :evil:

 

[Ignacio]

I understand the RM has control over the weather websites in the weeks leading up to the rally (?). Something about mind games. :evil:

Aww man! I didn't need that little tidbit. Now it's going to be rattling around in my head......like me being a rat in the RB's coffee can. :blink:

Planning to leave early a.m. Thursday, stop off at a Supercuts for a tea oil shampoo, and #4 sheering. mmmm.....mud pie.

 

[exskibum]

Planning to leave early a.m. Thursday, stop off at a Supercuts for a tea oil shampoo, and #4 sheering.

TEA OIL SHAMPOO??? Seriously -- is there some functionality in that or just an inside LDR joke?

 

[Good2Go]

TEA OIL SHAMPOO??? Seriously -- is there some functionality in that or just an inside LDR joke?

Besides not being tested on animals, tea oil leaves the hair softer, shinier, manageable and tangle free. It also is flame retardant, and rumor has it serious LD types use it so their hair doesn't catch on fire :aarambo: .

 

[RadioHowie]

Planning to leave early a.m. Thursday, stop off at a Supercuts for a tea oil shampoo, and #4 sheering.

TEA OIL SHAMPOO??? Seriously -- is there some functionality in that or just an inside LDR joke?

Nah...it's just as close as he'll ever get to a John Edwards $400 haircut.

Politicians....sheesh!! :lol2:

It also is flame retardant, and rumor has it serious LD types use it so their hair doesn't catch on fire :aarambo: .

It's what Bust recommends after a shavin'!

 

[Ignacio]

TEA OIL SHAMPOO??? Seriously -- is there some functionality in that or just an inside LDR joke?

I was debating whether to detail or not....what the hell.

It's partly LD stuff......I think it started in SPANK 2008 where Zelenz gave us serious bonus points for capturing a video of us getting a shampoo from a barber during the rally. I probably should upload my experience from an I-80 truck stop in Wyoming.....

That, for me, merged into an annual summer ritual of removing my accumulated winter hair with a #4 and #2 shaver at an SLC area Supercuts just before the Utah 1088. Last year I rolled into a suburb of SLC in the fast-heating morning and the particular store I picked was staffed by a single attractive 19 year old lady very likely of the LDS persuasion. She straight lined, "Sir, would you like a tea oil shampoo scalp massage for $3 more?....it's really nice!"

I said yes after zero hesitation.

I even gave a $5 tip for the whole experience. Riding the rest of the way to SLC with a soothed, tingly scalp, looser helmet, and minty smell I now call it getting a "Mormon Rub and Tug". Best $3 (plus tip) one can spend!

 

[Auburn]

TEA OIL SHAMPOO??? Seriously -- is there some functionality in that or just an inside LDR joke?

I was debating whether to detail or not....what the hell.

It's partly LD stuff......I think it started in SPANK 2008 where Zelenz gave us serious bonus points for capturing a video of us getting a shampoo from a barber during the rally. I probably should upload my experience from an I-80 truck stop in Wyoming.....

That, for me, merged into an annual summer ritual of removing my accumulated winter hair with a #4 and #2 shaver at an SLC area Supercuts just before the Utah 1088. Last year I rolled into a suburb of SLC in the fast-heating morning and the particular store I picked was staffed by a single attractive 19 year old lady very likely of the LDS persuasion. She straight lined, "Sir, would you like a tea oil shampoo scalp massage for $3 more?....it's really nice!"

I said yes after zero hesitation.

I even gave a $5 tip for the whole experience. Riding the rest of the way to SLC with a soothed, tingly scalp, looser helmet, and minty smell I now call it getting a "Mormon Rub and Tug". Best $3 (plus tip) one can spend!

Morman version of a "happy ending"??

 

[Ignacio]

Morman version of a "happy ending"??

If riding away with a PG-13 smile is a happy ending...then yes. Having lived in Utah for several years.....not of LDS persuasion...it's a very interesting place culturally to be a visitor.

.....and a stellar place to go ride your FJR for a weekend! Can't wait to leave!

 

[Auburn]

Morman version of a "happy ending"??

If riding away with a PG-13 smile is a happy ending...then yes. Having lived in Utah for several years.....not of LDS persuasion...it's a very interesting place culturally to be a visitor.

.....and a stellar place to go ride your FJR for a weekend! Can't wait to leave!

Yep, we'll be down there in July to see the natural wonders - Arches NP, Bryce, etc...

Good luck on the 1088!

 

[Warchild]

I even gave a $5 tip for the whole experience. Riding the rest of the way to SLC with a soothed, tingly scalp, looser helmet, and minty smell I now call it getting a "Mormon Rub and Tug". Best $3 (plus tip) one can spend!

Heh... I'll believe I should print this out and see if perhaps Chalmers would like to read it at the Rider's Meeting!

'Lo, the power of the internet! :lol:

 

[RPrice]

Morman version of a "happy ending"??

If riding away with a PG-13 smile is a happy ending...then yes. Having lived in Utah for several years.....not of LDS persuasion...it's a very interesting place culturally to be a visitor.

.....and a stellar place to go ride your FJR for a weekend! Can't wait to leave!

Ignacio,

"Amen" to all of that! I've lived here in UT for 21 years, and like you, am not of the LDS persuasion (originally from the Reno and then Ely, NV area). Down here in southern UT the "LDS per capita ratio" is the highest in the world. I hope you guys have fun at the 1088, I'm jealous! Utah is, for sure, a real good "moto bike" state!

 

[LDRydr]

I even gave a $5 tip for the whole experience. Riding the rest of the way to SLC with a soothed, tingly scalp, looser helmet, and minty smell I now call it getting a "Mormon Rub and Tug". Best $3 (plus tip) one can spend!

Heh... I'll believe I should print this out and see if perhaps Chalmers would like to read it at the Rider's Meeting!

'Lo, the power of the internet! :lol:

Bet he'll get to carry that damned rock!

 

[Hello Kitty]

I even gave a $5 tip for the whole experience. Riding the rest of the way to SLC with a soothed, tingly scalp, looser helmet, and minty smell I now call it getting a "Mormon Rub and Tug". Best $3 (plus tip) one can spend!

My image of you is shattered. Completely shattered. I don't think I shall ever be the same.

 

[puppychow]

I even gave a $5 tip for the whole experience. Riding the rest of the way to SLC with a soothed, tingly scalp, looser helmet, and minty smell I now call it getting a "Mormon Rub and Tug". Best $3 (plus tip) one can spend!

I got to keep that in mind the next time I am in Utah. I love me a good Rub and Tug by an attractive young woman!

 

[user 213]

My image of you is shattered. Completely shattered. I don't think I shall ever be the same.

sheyeah, that's what we said of you after Warchild's version of 'Rub & Tug'. :dribble: