Central New York Carb Clinic #12 - June 8, 2019

Maybe a dozen at this point--we'll see!

 

My plan is borrowing my father-in-law's truck/trailer and driving there Saturday morning and home after things wrap up. I'll plan on valve adjustment and fork oil change to keep things simple.

 

I don't suppose you'd bring the FZR1000? It's a bike I'm looking for in the next few years, maybe once I'm done w/ the BSA.

 

I no longer have the Fzr. Sold it a while back.
In case I drive I will bring the zx

 

Think I'm gonna stop at Orange County Choppers on the way up there on Friday.
Still have this Harley project and need to figure something out, hoping to get some inspiration, maybe I get to talk to someone.

 

Btw, here my FZR1000 photo documentary
Gabobobikes.com/Kinga

Under "builds" on that site is a bike called Rita, was pretty much the same bike. Originally a 750 but had a 1000cc engine int it.

 

Maybe you'll get on TV!

 

Crazygnat and I will be riding up regardless of weather! Can't be worse than what we went through last year on the way home! Lol

 

You have stones brother. I give you both a lot of credit.

 

Maybe it's just a lack of brains? Lol

 

I should ride in the rain too to clean my bike. Only crappy part would be not having a fender to keep the water off my back

 

Just get a cheap rain jacket from Walmart lol

 

I've been treating my motorcycle jacket with silicon spray for tents to waterproof it....

 

Weather forecast looks perfect for the weekend

 

Or I could just go to a wash

 

Maybe you could set up a wash station at the clinic lmao!

 

Aaaaand we're back to that topic....

There is a self service wash somewhere in the area where I will be staying. I'll just stop there and hose it down. It's only the wheels anyway. Rest looks good.

 

Let's say that today is already over... Thus only 3 Days till CNYCC#12.

The new XJ T-Shirt will make its debut as well... It's a variation of the XJ engine shirt I did the last time. I had a screen printer do it this time. Best to leave some things to the professionals. Chest pocket text and large graphic on the back...

 

I really liked your tshirt design nuch. Wasnt able to get my hands on one but maybe some day

 

Price? I need to make sure I'm prepared! It's going to be a very tight trip for me to begin with lol.

 

It doesn't have to be tight... You just need a larger shirt.

I'm thinking $25 at the clinic. Again, I did not print the shirts myself like I did last time... The print run was small so the 'per unit' price for me was not great, it's also a premium shirt with a discharge/overprint single lt gray ink... printed in two locations (chest and back). When we return from the clinic, if there's interest, I'll sell the remainder off, but I'll need to charge more to cover the postage and mailer.

I have one or two of the last design as well... Not exactly sure what sizes... I'll bring them if anyone is interested...

 

I'll bring some $$s

 

Bike is on the tender, oil filter packed, some USB charging stuff ordered and helmet cleaned.
All set to go. Weather looks good and I am currently planning to ride. Will make final decision Friday morning after looking at weather again.
Even decided on the route, with as little highway as possible.

Only thing I haven't done due to no time was to get padded/armored bike pants, but I plan to stop at cycle gear on way and get something there.

 

Weather for the Carb Clinic local area... If we stay on course, this just could rival last year's weather... And I didn't think that was possible.

Just sayin'

 

I started collecting things I will bring (tools, etc). Can't wait!

 

Bike is ready to roll. Just need to fuel up tomorrow morning

 

Taking the Friday (carb clinic eve) to enjoy the ride is a great idea. I'll be about 16 hours behind you... Should be there first thing Saturday morning.

 

OK,

Let me jump in here..........

Still deciding which bike to bring 'cause I haven't sold the 700X yet, and the 750x is almost ready:

Need to install the new F-16 screen, headlight, petcock, gas cap, and sender. Also need to fabricate rear braces for the front fender. Would like to do a shake down run too, before putting it on the trailer tomorrow night.

Have a U-haul set up for the trip and seems like the weather will be awesome.

Tony

 

Tick-Tock Clarice!

That looks awesome... See you up there.

 

I don't like the color brown but have to admit that the bike looks really good in that color.

Just have to do another hour of work this morning, take kids to school and I should be out of here at around 9am.

Crampbuster and phone USB charger, that connects to my battery tender setup, are installed.

 

Ha, ha - awesome movie!

Does look darker than I expected. However it's a Jeep color "Bright Amber" and really is much lighter in the sun.

Have a safe ride up and see you tomorrow.

Tony

 

Looking forward to it.

Heading to white plains first to stop at cycle gear and grab a few things. Since I have all day, I am planning to take a few scenic roads, stop for lunch somewhere along the way etc. All relaxed.

 

You guys are making me jealous. I guess at least I get to go on a local poker run tomorrow and see how many Harley guys I can upset because they cant outrun my "little" Yamaha

 

I forget where you're coming from?

 

Getting the final things packed, gonna get the bike gassed up and ready to go in a few hours( I have a small fuel leaked so I don't want to fill up too soon), I'll be getting home late on the 10th and leaving for Virginia for the fairs on the 12th! It's going to be a long month but I can't wait!!! I'll be leaving to head up to the clinic around 1am, then meeting up with crazygnat along the way! I'll have some carb work and a petcock to rebuild.... Thanks to the crazygnat my bike is only hanging around 3-3.5K instead of 5.5k! Lol hopefully we can get that fixed too!! Can't wait to see everyone there!!!!

 

Lmfao! Make them cry for me! I love how mad they get when they can't outrun my 650!

 

Jesus....

 

Oh btw, happy national doughnut day

 

Funny you mention donuts.... That's what I'll be making at the fairs! Amish donuts!

 

Sméagol, (not sure why my phone is adding the accent over the “e”) you’ll have to bring all the necessary things to do a doughnut making demo... XJ doughnuts please.

 

Oh man I'd love to but for one it's a secret recipe and 2 I don't think all of that will fit on the bike! First fair we do is in wytheville Virginia then Butler PA! You might have to make a trip down to one and visit me!

 

Chocolate salted caramel my personal favorite!

 

Bike transport ready. Throwing a few more things in the box of stuff to bring. Aiming for a 6am departure, 8:45am arrival

 

Is that front wheel locked in place?

 

I was I should add a strap there. Will do that now.

 

should be good now.

 

Good eye.

 

Loaded up!

I'm at the last of my pre clinic activities... Looking over google maps and then hitting the sack.

 

I'm trying to get some sleep right now but can't.... I'm ready to ride! I want to go now! Lol

 

Interesting license plate on your trailer