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After 9 years and only 9000 miles, I decided it was time to move on to something I felt like riding more often. I did what most guys here did and bought several windshields and seat options always hoping to have the bike be more comfortable, but it just never worked for me. It was great for...

Thanks for the words of encouragement. I got it to also do trailer, minivan, and car tires. Currently scoping out an older Goldwing I want to buy, but might skip on doing those then when the day comes.

I have the Harbor Freight Pittsburgh Automotive manual tire changer and motorcycle tire changer attachment. I also got the tire balancer from them. I still didn't get around to it past weekend. I have no doubt that when I get it set up and start trying to use it, I will spend the whole time...

I now feel a little better about buying these. I ordered a pair of these on online, so they are sitting in my garage waiting to be mounted. Ironically, it will be snowing tomorrow, so I'll have nothing better to do than try out my new harbor freight tire changing setup. The closest I have come...

Scorpion Covert XXXL fits in 2012. Nothing removed from frunk, and with faceshield mounted.

Around 2:30 yesterday, saw a silver NC with aftermarket pipe turning around in cul-de-sac in front of my house as I was leaving in car. Dunkirk, Maryland. Caught me off guard, so didn't have time to take pic.

My current worst motorcycling pet peeve: Advertisements for used Honda Gold Wings that say "adult owned". (same for RV's, expensive boats, etc...)

I only did 6 in the Navy. Got out for 2 years and worked as electronics tech in Atlanta on Metro rail cars, then joined the Air Force. Did 17 in the AF, first as EW tech, then retrained as flight engineer on C-130's, then Hueys. Finally retired last January. Much happier now as civilian...

Mr ET2, Fellow former Navy ET here as well. (too bad there is no cool ET shout out, like the Marines "Semper Fi"). I've also been frustrated with dealer maintenance. Especially when the thought process is that these guys should be the best first option for fixing our bikes. My closest dealer...

That was you then. I was heading other direction on the 32, and it was your jacket that I spotted first. Ride safe up there, I was in a Nissan Armada, and was still worried about getting smashed by trucks.

Saw a red NC today heading east on MD-32, just past I-95. (Between Baltimore and D.C). I was in a company rental, so waving would have seemed weird. My last sighting was end of 2013, maybe in another decade or so this thread won't be necessary?

I purchased the cheap handguards from Cycle Gear (trackside?), and when the temps get really low, take off the plastic part. The metal frame make a good structural support for handlebar muffs, if they are large enough to fit over frame. Can't remember the brand of muffs I have. I was a little...

I'm still riding, just not as much as last year. My new job I started in January is same commuting distance, but 10 times the number of traffic lights of old job. Which would be doable, if the flash floods would let up for a bit. I might be up for a group ride if we can get one going.

I have a similar issue with my head. Long oval is the official description, but mine is more like ET's head. Two feet long and 4 inches wide. I would try on helmets that were so tight they were crushing my forehead, but I could fit my hands up beside my ears inside the helmet. Just to get...

Seat Concepts After owning NC for 5 years, finally got a new seat. Wife bought me a Seat Concepts for anniversary present. My Stanley electric stapler died mid project, so I went to Home Depot and bought Arrow PT50 stapler. I already own Harbor Freight pneumatic brad nailer, so I thought I...

5 Years on the Forum!! Still less than 50 posts. I'm going to make a decade with less than 100! Just retired from the Air Force in January, so as soon as I can get my hands (butt) on a better seat for my NC, and the wind here in Maryland dies down, I can start riding some more. Might actually...

Not sure what type of chain you are using, but I've been able to cut cheaper locks and chains pretty quickly with either a hacksaw or even small diameter round file. Due to lost keys or rusted keyhole, not thieving, I promise. Security chains are very expensive by the foot, but are you able to...

I'm a flight engineer on the Huey. I'm not very creative, so that explains my forum ID. Currently flying on a different helicopter for a year til I get back home. Yes Sergeant Chuck, we call it the Jesus Nut. There is a cotter pin on a geared bracket holding it tight. I check it every time...

I just passed 3 years on this forum 2 days ago! I'm convinced I have the lowest post count for someone on here that long. Maybe in a decade I'll break 100. Anyway, still love reading all the posts from you guys and gals. Currently geographically separated from lonely NC by about 7,000 miles...

"If I wanted to make a life-long career out of working with the mentally retarded I would have opened a Harley Davidson Dealership" Irony?