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I was finally able to break my hoarding instinct and parted with my AE after 144,403 km. There just wasn’t enough room in my closet that is masquerading as a garage for two motorcycles along with all the other parts and bits I have managed to collect over the years.
Ray keeps threatening to do an intervention but I know if I was ever able to do a proper cleaning I could probably build three more motorcycles.
If Wayne would ever stop scheduling EOM against the Corduroy Enduro I would able to make an appearance if we are able to negotiate the proper appearance fees.
I am hoping to finally run the Trans Labrador Highway this summer taking my Turnip Rally Pro on the short ferry over to Newfoundland and then visit family in St. John’s.

Look for me on the gravel roads.

You can say that again.

How'd you get rid of it? Certainly no one paid good money for a motorcycle with that kind of use on it? Asking for a friend who will need it in a few years.

gixxerjasen wrote: ↑Sun Jun 15, 2025 10:29 pm How'd you get rid of it? Certainly no one paid good money for a motorcycle with that kind of use on it? Asking for a friend who will need it in a few years.

First off I got paid in funny coloured (Canadian) rather than what the Yanks call good money. I also set the price low because realistically a 19 year old bike with high miles is probably worth more parted out but I lack space and I just needed it out of my garage.
Using Facebook Marketplace was frustrating but on the plus side I did get to block a bunch of mouth breathers. I made more than enough to get some high quality soft luggage for my Triumph Rally Pro and gas for my trip along the Trans Labrador this summer.

Facebook marketplace is painful.

If this is any incentive, I cleaned up my shop of a couple of scrap m/c engines, and some other metal scrap.... took it down to the metal recycle place in Hamilton and came out of there with $270 in crisp new bills.

Time to update your profile with the new ride.......

When you get back from the rock, between you and tricky Ricky Day and Fontanaman, we need to get together on some tooling for a valve check, etc. Rick is due when he returns from out west........

raYzerman wrote: ↑Mon Jun 16, 2025 8:44 am Time to update your profile with the new ride.......

When you get back from the rock, between you and tricky Ricky Day and Fontanaman, we need to get together on some tooling for a valve check, etc. Rick is due when he returns from out west........

I hope Fontanaman is wanting the valve checks done on a FJR. The valve checks on a Turnip Rally Pro is an ugly job. It is almost easier to drop the motor out of the frame. Access to measure valve clearances is nasty.

No we've been talking Turnips...... in the ADV thread... clearance checks is one thing but actual adjustments and other OBD stuff takes a few extra tools...... see links to service manual, etc.
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yamafitter wrote: ↑Mon Jun 16, 2025 6:41 am
Using Facebook Marketplace was frustrating but on the plus side I did get to block a bunch of mouth breathers. I made more than enough to get some high quality soft luggage for my Triumph Rally Pro and gas for my trip along the Trans Labrador this summer.

Well hells bells. I just bought a 2021 Triumph GT Pro, so I am in good company. Wishing you the best Bill. Perhaps we can trade notes on servicing our Triumphs. So why is checking the valves a difficult job? Clearly I haven't done it yet.

All the best you f'ing frost back! Doing my best Don Stanley impersonation. I know it is lame but I sure miss the humorous insults.

To get to the valves to check clearances requires removing the tank which is way more screws and bolts than the FJR, remove the air box, remove the throttle bodies, remove the rear rad shrouds and then you can get enough clearance to remove the valve cover. Then the issue is to measure valve clearances due to the large camshaft straddle that makes getting the feeler gauge in position awkward.
It’s a much more time consuming job than with the FJR. I’ve also developed a major dislike of POME engineers and their bullshit manuals. I’d rather use a 1964 Yamaha manual and if ever saw one of those you would appreciate the horror.

Sounds like the Triumph Rally Pro was a smart choice there Billy. Always good to have extra work to do.

I have to smile. All the crap I get on here about BMWs. 2 valve cover bolts, pull the coil and spark plug, and I can sit on my rolling stool and check the valves. Easy peasy. I bought the GS-911 tool 3 bikes ago that resets the service minder, and does all kinds of diagnostics, and recalibrations. Regular service requires no trips to the dealer. Easiest bike to maintain I have ever owned.

Thanks Bill I appreciate your insight and knowledge. I'd like to get to the point of checking valves but if adjustment is required then I maybe more inclined to let the shop do it. Hey Toter has is that maintenance free shaft drive working out for ya?

yamafitter wrote: ↑Mon Jun 16, 2025 6:41 am

gixxerjasen wrote: ↑Sun Jun 15, 2025 10:29 pm How'd you get rid of it? Certainly no one paid good money for a motorcycle with that kind of use on it? Asking for a friend who will need it in a few years.

First off I got paid in funny coloured (Canadian) rather than what the Yanks call good money. I also set the price low because realistically a 19 year old bike with high miles is probably worth more parted out but I lack space and I just needed it out of my garage.
Using Facebook Marketplace was frustrating but on the plus side I did get to block a bunch of mouth breathers. I made more than enough to get some high quality soft luggage for my Triumph Rally Pro and gas for my trip along the Trans Labrador this summer.

My brother! 2003 gone to a great new owner who will do it justice, but sadly for the price of the helmets, extra windshields, russell seat, Yammy-specific tools, etc.

bungie4 wrote: ↑Mon Jun 16, 2025 8:38 am Facebook marketplace is painful.

It can be. Funny how some things people will almost fight over some things and some things no one is interested in. I did see Bill's bike on the marketplace and was kind of taken back at the price. That must have been why he got the messages like he did.

They walk among us.

fontanaman wrote: ↑Thu Jun 19, 2025 12:26 am Thanks Bill I appreciate your insight and knowledge. I'd like to get to the point of checking valves but if adjustment is required then I maybe more inclined to let the shop do it. Hey Toter has is that maintenance free shaft drive working out for ya?

Always got to jag me on the Beemer. Driveshaft inspected and greased at 12,000 mi. Intervals, by dealer, no charge. Driveshaft replaced at 36,000 mi. Intervals, by dealer, no charge, for life of motorcycle. I am at 7,700 mi., and wanting to increase that, but, having a few issues. Nothing wrong with the Triumphs, I like them. Your's looks like a great bike, it's just unfortunate that the valve service is such a pain. I went through it with Ray and Billy leading the way, on the FJR, and really don't care to tackle it again. It's not rocket science, but, it's a PITA. The maintenance work on the BMW boxer is really easy. Oil changes, brake work, air filter, battery, and valve adjustments, spark plugs, and tire changes. As I get older, my definition of PITA work definitely gets longer. I purchased a 4 year, unlimited mile, warranty extension from BMW, for $1k. That seemed reasonable, due to the cost of BMW parts. My only real concern is if the Adaptive headlight (BigJohnSD lost one, $3k part, but warrantied), or an electronic module craps out. That stuff is expensive. I am sure that stuff from Yamaha, and Triumph, are ridiculous as well. Hope I can start to get out and run the miles up soon.