OrlinEngh

I ran a set of the 880 last year I got close to 8,000 out of the rear tire and still had some to go on the front tire. I did really like the way the bike handled with them and the rear did make a howl when going around the curves. When I was at the shop looking at getting a set there was a rep for Metzler there and I got to talk with him about the issues with the tires. And he told me that the tire's that they had most of the problems with were the ones from Brazil that they had put the wrong tire pressure on the side of the tire and people were running them under inflated and that they had moved the production of the 880 back to Germany because of the quality of the rubber so I would think that the one tire you are looking at that was made in Brazil my be getting kind of old. He did tell me to run 50 pounds in the rear tire that I would get better ware out of the tire with it being on a heavy bike and ridding two up most of the time. I did that and had no problems with the 880

I have use of my computer again, I have been just kinda looking at posts with my phone and I see this one and think where is Puc off to now and I read it again I know where that is. I guess that I will have to put something up at the end of the drive so them there night time travelers can find the place I will have to think on that:think: Glad that you found your way here, and that the directions down to the campground wasnt to hard to follow maybe some of the reflectors on those little posts may help but if everyone could find it to easy we wouldnt have fun seeing those Venture Riders go by a couple of times untill they figure out that this is the place. And Puc we are a friendly group here in Wisconsin even the Gizzly Bears.

Glad I was of help, And you are back on the road and get to enjoy the rest of your vacation.

You are in our thoughts and prayers,

Rick when my wheel bearing went out there was no shavings, when I got the weight of it I had some side to side play, when I got the wheel off the bearing fell apart. Can't see that being a problem with the brake.

I am with cowpuc on this, sounds like a brake pad problem, could have lost the pin that holds pads in place and the pad has droped down and that is where your noise is coming from and has gotten stuck and wont let the caliper move. Just another thought. You really cant check the wheel bearing unless you get the tire up off of the ground to get the weight of the bike off of it. When mine went out couldnt get any play untill I got it jacked up and got a bar under it to move it up and down.

I know that guy well, And he really does like those MK1 the best of all. I am sure someone that has been here can remember his name.

Bubber you know this was a Maintenance Day,

Thanks to all that came, it sure turned out to be another great time, And when you think you cant have a better time than last year it happens. Got a great suprize visit Thursday night at around 11:30 Cowpuck and Tippy rolled in after a couple of drive bys to find the place. Did find out if there is a bike in need and Cowpuck is around it wont be long and he has to get in there and wrench away, glad that we could make him feel to make him at home, I do have to say I was alittle disapointed ther wasnt any hot dogs cooking in the morning so we settled for bacon and eggs. I just dont know what all to tell everyone the list could just go on, So the I guess the high lights will do. We had a small explosion:yikes: from a gas fridge on A1 Bummers shewlie all turned out good just some burnt linoleum and the eggs and bacon were fine. Celabrated a couple of birthdays but frodotoo,s hearing must be going we all had to speak up must happen with age. So if you run into him somewhere be sure to speak up so he can here ya. And the big news is I herd bikehopper aka Shari and IH Tuck Guy aka Dan are done but I realy dont think so because they were holding hands it looked to me that they were getting along pretty well. But she did trade him off for a cup of coffee this morning to Mega2500 and his wife Candy:confused24: but she got him back after breakfast and they looked pretty darn happy so I am sure all is well. I know that I have left out more but I was told that what happens here stays here but somethings you just have to share with family. We did get to enjoy showing off some of our great riding roads had some good laughs good food and the company was the best. Thanks again to everyone who came and we will be doing it again next year so put it on you calendars. Orlin and Sharon

You could message IH Truck Guy aka Dan and see when they are coming down they are in your area, A1 Bummer aka Bill is bringing his Skewlie and trailering his bike he is in your area to not sure what time he is head down on Friday.

Got out and did the route for Saturdays ride and I think that everyone will enjoy the ride some great views and we are looking at around 70 miles. Looks like the weather is going to be good. So come on over and eat some good food get in some nice riding work on the bike and set and visit.

We just got back from riding Fridays afternoons ride around 60 to 80 miles depending on how long of a ride we want to go on, Some nice ridge top and valley roads with nice views.

Will have you in our prayers,

This is a Maintenance Day put those bikes on a trailer and bring them with. I have heard others say what happens here at Maintenance Day stays here. So not to worries about getting into trouble.

Two weeks to go, sure will be good to see everyone that is coming, Have a safe ride here and think sunnyskies we have all of the rain we need here for awhile.

If Jefff for gets his I have one.

Don't forget we will be around a bonfire, would hate for a big boom and the mushroom cloud

Sharon reminded me today that I was going to make up a hind quarter of venison, we will have burgers and brats also, If you are able to bring a dish to pass that would be appreciated but not expected. And it doesn't have to be anything fancy.

Thought I would give this a bump,

Kevin I have a 17 mm hex head socket, Good to see that you can make it. Been awhile have a safe ride here.

We are few weeks away and would like to have a idea of how many to expect so we can let the Blue Goose know how many to expect for Saturday for lunch and so we know what we need to get for Saturday nights cookout, I know that there are a few that said they are coming and not signed up on the calendar yet please do so. Thanks Orlin

Prayers on the way.

Sure had a great weekend very entertaining. Bill aka a1bummer parked his buss in the water way for the night did a good job at getting it level good thing we had a tractor close by, And if you need any resoding done give him a call he does a great job. We got in some good riding and alot of talking and some good laughs and met with some fellow Venture Riders eagleeye and zagger at the Blue Goose and yes Jeff I had a couple of extra pieces of pizza an a extra scoop of ice cream for ya. And skippermts and his wife stopped by so we got to meet and as Rick said the cost of the membership to this site is the best money you will ever spend, and for Sharon and me we like to have everyone feel that they are at home here we wouldnt have it anyother way. Thanks to everyone that came and help make it a great weekend. Orlin and Sharon

Jeff we will throw a log on the fire for ya. And have slice of Pizza and some Ice cream.

Yep that's the spot. Will be going to the Blue Goose for Pizza at noon and a afternoon ride what time do you think you will be here.