Where is everyone #5

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by DDlighttruck, Aug 27, 2017.

  1. OLDSKOOLERnWV

    OLDSKOOLERnWV Captain Redbeard

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    When I was in Florida to load equipment from the auctions, I seen many guys from across the pond doing a lot of bidding. Every machine and truck they bidded on had to run and move that was a stipulation. The truck or machine needed to drive on to the boat or in the container for the trip across water…
     
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    OLDSKOOLERnWV Captain Redbeard

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    Wife sold her Heritage for the same reason. It was 2 months old when I met her in 04. Odd how opposites attract lol, she had a new scoot and I was still riding a shovelhead….
     
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    OLDSKOOLERnWV Captain Redbeard

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    Yes Sir! Only difference, mines all black but same machine. I do like the air ride, back not as forgiving as it once was….
     
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    0DAE94F6-E49B-4649-AEA1-F762333A0932.jpeg Mornin from Colfax Wisconsin. 46 degrees.
     
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    One of these?
    Slingshot: Open-Air Roadster - 3 Wheel Motorcycle | Polaris
     
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    PoleCrusher Road Train Member

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    Anybody going to MATS?
     
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    Good morning from Tampa.
     
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    Oscar the KW Going Tarpless

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    Nope, never been to it. I would like to some day, but I’m not a fan of big groups of people.
     
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    This:
    The BMW R1200RT is a touring or sport touring motorcycle that was manufactured from 2005 to 2019 by BMW Motorrad to replace the R1150RT model. It features a 1,170 cc flat-twin engine with a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive. Wikipedia
    Weight: 229 kg (505 lb) (dry); 259 kg (571 lb) w/o panniers (wet)
    Engine: 1,170 cc (71 cu in) 8-valve flat twin
    Seat height: Adjustable 820 to 840 mm (32.3–33.1 in); Low seat option: 780 to 800 mm (30.7–31.5 in)
    Fuel capacity: 25 L (5.5 imp gal; 6.6 US gal)
    Fuel consumption: 41.6 mpg‑US (5.65 L/100 km; 50.0 mpg‑imp)
    Tires: Front: 120/70ZR17 on 3.50 x 17 rim; Rear: 180/55ZR17 on 5.50 x 17 rim; Cast aluminium wheels
    Dimensions: L: 2,230 mm (88 in); W: 905 mm (35.6 in); H: 1,430 mm (56 in)
     
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