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  1. thwak

    R.I.P. Mendelson Joe

    Birth name Joe Mendelson who ahead of modern data systems got tired of filling out forms for everything as Mendelson, Joe so he officially changed his name to Mendelson Joe. Back in the day, I used to use him in teaching as an example of the havoc you could create with data quality. Also a...
  2. thwak

    Any Winter Riders?

    I actually found that a couple of inches of slush was the worst for me one morning in the mid-60s riding my '56 Harley into the high school parking lot wiped out and sent my geography teacher on his ass to avoid me. ....and it all went downhill from there.
  3. thwak

    Riding Motorcycles On Another Planet

    Thanks for taking the time to produce this and share with us. Helps us to get through the winter months.
  4. thwak

    Are you old enough to remember these motorcycle shops in To?

    Seeing the mention of Kingston Road in previous posts, reminded me of a Ducati and Laverda dealer on the north side of Kingston Road near Galloway. As I commuted to work downtown and back daily on my RD350, I remember several times hearing a Laverda coming up behind me or nearby and immediately...
  5. thwak

    Awesome story about a senior and his recent ride on a killer

    I'm 77 this year. I think I would've done 77km rather than 77 miles......or even 77 metres if necessary and called it a day.
  6. thwak

    Cray Scarlett RIP

    WOW! What a shock. I can't say I knew him well, but I certainly appreciated that every time I was at Maranello he approached and engaged me in great conversations. All done in the spirit of just talking, without hard core sales pitches. He will be missed.
  7. thwak

    Who's watching Dakar 2023?

    I enjoy it and try to follow it every year from sources I can find like YouTube and Red Bull TV. I'm more than a little disappointed and conflicted that the Saudis seem to have bought it like they have with many other sports.
  8. thwak

    Blood, Sweat and Gears: A GTAM West ADVenture

    This has to be your best ADVventure ever! ... and I've been following yours for many years. Thanks for posting.
  9. thwak

    Merino Wool clothing

    I find that over time and many washes, both Icebreaker and Smartwool get itchy against my skin. The only product that works really well in the long term is LIFA Merino by Helly Hansen. The inner layer against the skin is smooth and comfortable. When looking at Helly Hansen products just make...
  10. thwak

    Euthanizing a pet sucks. :(

    Sorry for your loss. We all know it's inevitable but that doesn't make it any easier. We have dealt with this many times over the years. The last was a couple of years ago and we were able to have a vet see her through to the end at our home which made it much easier.
  11. thwak

    Didn't ride this year...

    I think once you've ridden a motorcycle for some time, as it appears you have, the interest and desire never leaves you. Difficult times in our lives are hopefully relatively short and you'll be riding again before long.
  12. thwak

    Buying a used BMW Car

    There seems to be a lot of focus on BMW service cost in this thread and not much on handling, driveability, accident avoidance and overall safety. What's a serious accident or perhaps your life worth?
  13. thwak

    Buying a used BMW Car

    I have had three BMWs all purchased as used, about 3 years old with normal mileage. 90 325is > 250000km, 97 328is > 250000km and currently a 2011 X5 diesel with 247000km. No significant issues with any of them. I always service them when service is due and I have a good local BMW specialist. I...
  14. thwak

    Exhaust sound modulation

    I know BMW 1200s and 1250s have a servo driven exhaust flapper valve but it's not controlled by the rider. There are issues with the flapper seizing up although mostly in the fully open position due to the fact there's a spring return. On the 1200s the flapper valve is accessible for repair or...
  15. thwak

    What's you favourite road(s) or section of a road in Ontario?

    Lower Faraday Road and CR44 Havelock
  16. thwak

    Airhawk Dual Sport Air Cushion

    Looking back at the original video and the length of the seat, I think the pillion air hawk would be a better shape. As you sit on the air hawk it would spread out perhaps providing some cushioning in the edge area where the seat transitions from horizontal to vertical. The pointy end of the DS...
  17. thwak

    Airhawk Dual Sport Air Cushion

    I have an original dual sport air hawk that has a rubber bladder and works well with no issues. All the newer air hawk bladders are a different material. I remember reading (either here or ADVrider forum) that they aren't as good but can't remember why. I agree with all the comments made here...
  18. thwak

    Things that have worked for me long term.

    Russell sport seat (not the DayLong due to seat height issues) plus Airhawk minimal inflation plus LD Comfort riding shorts. Great for hemorroids too 😂. Just sayin'
  19. thwak

    Northeys bay rd life threatening

    Fully agree that it's a beautiful road but it seems to be a frequent spot for motorcycle accidents and at its intersection with 28. Wishing the best for those involved.
  20. thwak

    2022 MotoGP Discussion (No Links - Contains Spoilers!)

    I don't understand Marc at all on continuing to race with everything he's been through. I know all the greats in every sport think and act differently, and that's what makes them who they are. Marc's methodology is "how can you find and learn the limit unless you break through it?". He's going...

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