Category Archives: Motorcycles

Hayabusa and Concours Sport Touring Comparison

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Freejack

One question I received was comparing the Hayabusa with the Concours. I have 132,000 miles on the Hayabusa so I’ve done some riding 🙂 For the selection process which defines why I was looking, check this posting. This post is … Continue reading →

Posted in Motorcycles | Leave a comment

Updated Pre-ride Checklist

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Freejack

This is my updated list of gear that I bring on road trips. The old list is here. This one is updated for the new Kawasaki Concours I now have so there are a few changes. The Concours has a … Continue reading →

Posted in Motorcycles | Leave a comment

New Motorcycle Time

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Freejack

One of the more annoying things I’ve discovered over the years about using the Hayabusa as a Sport-Touring platform is the lack of dealer support when I’m on the road. Nothing like sitting in a shop and they only have … Continue reading →

Posted in Motorcycles | 2 Comments

Givi Trunk

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Freejack

A few years ago I snapped the orange Givi key off in the lock when storing lunch in the Givi 45L topcase. At the time, I broke out the big screwdriver and pried it open. I delayed because a bungee … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance, Motorcycles | Leave a comment

Maintenance Day

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Freejack

I needed to do some maintenance work to the Hayabusa prior to the trip to Canada. I had a set of rear brake pads already from a prior order and of course had all my normal consumables (brake fluid, engine … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance, Motorcycles | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Bearing Replacement

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Freejack

Since it doesn’t exist without pictures, I have a few to share 🙂 A few years back my front end was making a weird sound and rubbing but only when I made a left turn. I went to a Colorado … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance, Motorcycles | 1 Comment

Preparing For Touring

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Freejack

Getting ready to head out on another bike trip. This time for some family visit (like two years ago) plus a wedding plus a coveted Mile Marker 1 for Rt 1 in Key West Florida. So the first thing is … Continue reading →

Posted in Motorcycles | Tagged , | 2 Comments

Riding in Inclement Weather

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Freejack

I really enjoy riding and will ride in all sorts of weather from high heat (120 degrees is the hottest) on down to cold temps (3 degrees is the coldest commuting temp, 26 degrees is the coldest touring temps). I … Continue reading →

Posted in Motorcycles | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

Preparing For Long Distance Motorcycle Touring

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Freejack

Choose The Right Bike It may seem obvious but choosing the right bike for you is important for comfortable motorcycle trips. You want one that will go the distance and carry (or tow) the gear you want to take along. … Continue reading →

Posted in Motorcycles, Ride Checklist, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 3 Comments

Removing the Rear Seat

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Freejack

Last year I did something silly and put the rear seat back on the back of the ‘busa but forgot to connect up the lock cable. So I haven’t been able to get in for almost a year. So far … Continue reading →

Posted in Colorado, Cornell, Motorcycles | Tagged , | Leave a comment