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by Petard
Sat Jun 03, 2017 6:41 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike
Replies: 19
Views: 1780

Re: Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike

After many different "solutions" I finally ended up getting a big fold out sled ramp... I am left with a grippy, flat surface that I can unfold and literally walk up with my bike beside me... It makes unloading very easy too... The ramp was pricey (and its a bit heavy), but worth every penny. The c...
by Petard
Sat Jun 03, 2017 8:06 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike
Replies: 19
Views: 1780

Re: Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike

trailguy wrote:This is why you stand on the left side of the bike. It is much easier to operate the front brake and in turn help keep the bike straighter as you back down.
I will try that next :thumbsup: and the kick stand's on the left side!
by Petard
Fri Jun 02, 2017 10:30 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike
Replies: 19
Views: 1780

Re: Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike

Try and park with your tail gate as low as possible. Set up the ramp and place a milk crate beside the ramp for a foot step. Stand on the left [shifter side] of the bike. Use the front brake to slowly back the bike down the ramp. This is how most riders un-load. Well, I had supper to steady my nerv...
by Petard
Fri Jun 02, 2017 10:06 pm
Forum: Ride Reports / Areas
Topic: Easy Beginner Ride?
Replies: 8
Views: 1767

Re: Easy Beginner Ride?

If you go to Wildrose or any Moto track besides the obvious of not cutting across the track or going backwards [they all have directional arrowed signs] rule number one is never ever pull over for a faster rider coming up behind you, you will get plowed. Hold your line and they will commit to going...
by Petard
Fri Jun 02, 2017 6:22 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike
Replies: 19
Views: 1780

Just a little problem... loading and unloading the bike

I finally got my Yamaha TT-R230 this afternoon. The guys at the shop helped me get it into the back of my truck (pretty easy, since they have a ramp to back up to). It all sounded so easy, how he told me... fasten the ramp to my truck's frame so it doesn't slide away, straddle the bike from the fron...
by Petard
Fri Jun 02, 2017 6:10 pm
Forum: Ride Reports / Areas
Topic: Easy Beginner Ride?
Replies: 8
Views: 1767

Re: Easy Beginner Ride?

Indian Graves south of Longview has a nice easy valley with some easy trails off of it, don't go when wet though as easily ruts. Turn West right before Chain Lakes Reservoir on 532 and follow for ~12km's where you can unload, ride on south side of the road follow the valley with the river. Thanks! ...
by Petard
Fri Jun 02, 2017 6:07 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Getting Started
Replies: 8
Views: 1661

Re: Getting Started

"Take a picture of the form after you fill it out and email it to me to avoid the wait members@rockymountaindirtriders.com"

I did that and sent it to you this afternoon, just after posting the paper copy with a cheque in the mail. I hope you got it :cheers:
by Petard
Fri Jun 02, 2017 11:37 am
Forum: Ride Reports / Areas
Topic: Easy Beginner Ride?
Replies: 8
Views: 1767

Re: Easy Beginner Ride?

No, I haven't discounted Wildrose, but I was thinking (wrongly?) that I might prefer to go into a gentle natural environment near Calgary :crazy: I noticed some talk of the Porkies on another thread. That is likely kind of what I had in mind, at least, what I can see from the Cowboy Trail (Hwy 22) s...
by Petard
Thu Jun 01, 2017 10:31 pm
Forum: Ride Reports / Areas
Topic: Easy Beginner Ride?
Replies: 8
Views: 1767

Easy Beginner Ride?

I called the shop and they told me that they are waiting for shipment of the skid plate I ordered. There is a possibility that I might receive the bike Friday afternoon, but it didn't sound super convincing :crybaby: Anyway, assuming I do get the bike for the weekend, can anyone think of an easy are...
by Petard
Thu Jun 01, 2017 8:00 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Getting Started
Replies: 8
Views: 1661

Re: Getting Started

Dammit :nworthy: I saw the Visa and MasterCard logos a couple of days ago, so I thought I could join online. I just clicked the link and there is no way to pay, except via Pay Pal. I cancelled my Pay Pal account a few years ago and I don't want another one. Is there some way I can pay by credit card...
by Petard
Thu Jun 01, 2017 7:48 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Getting Started
Replies: 8
Views: 1661

Re: Getting Started

OK, thanks, guys. I will join online today. I still haven't gotten my bike. I expected it to be ready yesterday, so I will be giving them a reminder call today :eek: I hope my bike is built for some beating, but I like to err on the side of a long and healthy life. That means learning and experience...
by Petard
Mon May 29, 2017 5:47 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Getting Started
Replies: 8
Views: 1661

Re: Getting Started

Do I need to join RMDR to attend the weekly club nights? I had intended to attend a few club nights before joining. Yes, this week's club night is exactly what I need! I was led to understand that the riders are split into sub-groups according to skill level every night: is this the deal? Unfortunat...
by Petard
Mon May 29, 2017 9:27 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Getting Started
Replies: 8
Views: 1661

Getting Started

I bought a Yamaha TT-R230 on the weekend and I expect to receive it in the next couple of days. I just called the shop and will have lights put on, instead of getting a bicycle light (pending cost estimate). 31 May looks iffy :confused: I have ridden a (Yamaha) cruiser for 15 years and, while I love...