Going to the Dark Side

[philellis123]

https://i1334.photobucket.com/albums/w642/philellis1234/20130802_090707_zps7e5c5e71.jpg?t=1375459815Hello fellow Darksiders,

I am official as of 9am 8/2/13. Hopefully this link will show my new Exalto accoutered ride.

 

[RadioHowie]

https://i1334.photobucket.com/albums/w642/philellis1234/20130802_090707_zps7e5c5e71.jpg?t=1375459815Hello fellow Darksiders,
I am official as of 9am 8/2/13. Hopefully this link will show my new Exalto accoutered ride.

Photo assist:

 

[user 213]

@philellis 123 - Welcome to the Darkside. You have been added to the FAQ as Darksider #65.

I hope you enjoy the longer treadlife and it works well for your riding style and needs.

 

[bgross]

OK.. for the first time ever I am considering going to the darkside. Unlike TriggerT and txvoyager, I elected to go with a tire swap at the first IBR checkpoint in Pittsburgh. I had to shorten my first leg in order to ensure that I arrived at the checkpoint in enough time to perform the tire swap. After reflecting on the IBR and the areas where I can make improvements, I have decided to try changing the rear tire to a Mich. Exalto. I need to do my research on this thread first but I intend to switch asap in order to get as much seat time as possible prior to the next IBR.
Perry

+1. I had no issues switching rims in Sac but I was corded and really would have preferred to not spend the 30 minutes swapping. More pages to read, but ready to mount.

Yup.

 

[user 213]

The FAQ gives you a lot of info w/o having to wade through the main thread.

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php?showtopic=124275

 

[bgross]

The FAQ gives you a lot of info w/o having to wade through the main thread.
https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php?showtopic=124275

Sure does.

A couple days ago I ordered the Carmines Custom car tire rear brake adapter from Catfish. Then I just need to finish wearing out the PR2s...

 

[RiderX]

In action photo, nice. Was I there changing it or did I run in to get scored. Everything such a blur. Exalto should be nice on dirt roads too. . .

 

[philellis123]

Couple hundred miles on the clock with my new Exalto now....should have done this YEARS ago! Smooth as silk on the slab(unfortunately where I spend most of my time) and very smooth through the sweepers. Just for grins, I purposely did the MSF Box the night before changing over, so I would have a baseline for comparing slow speed maneuvering. I tried the Box on my second day with my new tire and did the Box relatively easily on my third attempt. As far as I can tell, there is NO downside for me and my riding style. Thanks to all who contributed to this "experiment" and made my decision to try it, much easier.

Phil

 

[Slosey]

I used a CT for my trip to the Arctic Circle. I used a Yokohama Avid ENVigor. When I first put it on it seemed to track a lot. It took about 300 miles or so to break in...most all of the tracking disappeared. The awesome thing is not having to replace the tire after a 9K trip. I really don't see me going back to a motorcycle tire.

https://i741.photobucket.com/albums/xx58/JL007FJR/AlaskawCT.jpg

 

[Slosey]

.....with pic

 

[user 213]

Welcome to the Darkside Slosey, you have been added to the FAQ as Darksider #66. Glad you had a good trip!

 

[bgross]

In action photo, nice. Was I there changing it or did I run in to get scored. Everything such a blur. Exalto should be nice on dirt roads too. . .

As I recall, you were there working on it for a bit, and I wandered over to Wendy's Workshop, then you were gone. I don't know when you finished - or how!

I notice that your screen name has been updated with the well-earned historical reference.

 

[Justin]

Guess I joined the club, ready for my number

Potenza G 019 Grid

 

[user 213]

Welcome to the Darkside Justin, you have been added to the FAQ as Darksider #67.

You will be notified when the next Darksider initiation event is to be held, once I can line up a date with the Jenny McCarthy School of Chrome Removal, (our usual co-sponsor and party partners).

Enjoy the traction and long tread life. Do remember that your speedo and odo will now be closer to actual than before.

 

[garyahouse]

The FAQ gives you a lot of info w/o having to wade through the main thread.

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php?showtopic=124275

Sure does.

A couple days ago I ordered the Carmines Custom car tire rear brake adapter from Catfish. Then I just need to finish wearing out the PR2s...

Brett,

Are you gonna darkside your FJR?

 

[Justin]

Welcome to the Darkside Justin, you have been added to the FAQ as Darksider #67.
You will be notified when the next Darksider initiation event is to be held, once I can line up a date with the Jenny McCarthy School of Chrome Removal, (our usual co-sponsor and party partners).

Enjoy the traction and long tread life. Do remember that your speedo and odo will now be closer to actual than before.

Thanks Eric, but I was hoping for 69. P.S. I had to shave just a hair of my center stand.

 

[bgross]

The FAQ gives you a lot of info w/o having to wade through the main thread.

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php?showtopic=124275

Sure does.

A couple days ago I ordered the Carmines Custom car tire rear brake adapter from Catfish. Then I just need to finish wearing out the PR2s...

Brett,

Are you gonna darkside your FJR?

Yup.

I've enjoyed the benefits of the Darkside with the Hondapotamus, so it wasn't a big leap for me.

 

[SFCJCA]

You guys have talked me into giving the darkside a try. I bought an extra wheel online and a brake bracket from farklemasters, and just ordered an Exalto from Discount Tire. If I can talk the tire store into mounting it, I should be able to take a CT for a test ride over Labor Day. This bike has got me doing things I never thought I'd do. But I'm loving it.

John

 

[Justin]

If I can talk the tire store into mounting it

They should be able to mount it, but it probably won't fit on their balancer.

 

[SFCJCA]

If I can talk the tire store into mounting it

They should be able to mount it, but it probably won't fit on their balancer.

As long as they mount it, I can do a static balance. They have to special order the Exalto. I hope to hear back today on how long it will take to arrive.