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  1. Kromm

    Prepping for the ultimate riding season - have I missed anything?

    For some good roads to check out in Northern Ca. There's Hwy 299 Between Redding and Arcata. Then Hwy 36 (which is one of my favorites) Between Fortuna and Red Bluff. Also, there is Hwy 199 that starts just above Crescent City and goes to Grants Pass Ore. This one takes you through one of the...
  2. Kromm

    Upgrading front shocks; what's the difference between Elka and BajaRon??

    I am thinking about upgrading the front shocks on my '22 RTL. Lamonster sells the Elka shocks for $950, while Baja Ron shocks are listed at $1,200 a set. What I am wondering is, what is the difference between the two (besides the $250 price difference).
  3. Kromm

    USER NAMES/HANDLES - What does yours mean? Where did it come from?

    Back in my (much) younger days, I used to get together with a bunch of other guys and play D&D. My favorite character I used was a Mage, Krommicus. This was back before computers and the internet. When I got my first computer and needed a "user name" I used and shortened my D&D characters name...
  4. Kromm

    It pays to buy quality gear

    I learned this lesson a long time ago. Cheap gear wears out fast and then you have to buy it again, so not so cheap. Over 40 years ago was tired of my hands getting cold and wet in the winter, so I got me a very nice pair of winter gloves (gauntlet Leather). I think I paid about $30 for them...
  5. Kromm

    Anyone have a pic of an RT S2S backrest retaining clip fitted in position on the underside of the seat?

    When I still had my stock seat, I found it was a real pain to put that clip on. Then I went to Corbin in Hollister and had a custom seat made. Since they use their own custom seat pan and it's all one piece, you cannot "lift" the front part and put the clip in place. I just slide my backrest in...
  6. Kromm

    Can Am Spyders Resale value isn't great...

    I agree about finding the best possible price when looking for a new ride. But like I said "resale" doesn't play into my decision. I've been riding for over 50 years (ya, and it has gone by quick). I tend to hold onto my bikes. I still have one I purchased in the early '80's . A 1976 KZ 900...
  7. Kromm

    Can Am Spyders Resale value isn't great...

    If you're thinking of "resale value" when purchasing any bike, then you probably shouldn't be buying one. With all the bikes I've bought over the years, NEVER have I been thinking about that at the time of the purchase. It's not a monetary investment, but rather, it's something that speaks to...
  8. Kromm

    Markleeville and back

    I've been through Markleevile many Times. But have never stopped for lunch. I've heard they have a really good Deli there. Mainly because we had lunch in Walker on 395 at Walker Burger. We head over through Sonora pass (108), then back Ebbits (89)/Kit Carson (88) pass. Make for a great lunch...
  9. Kromm

    Buying a new helmet - who replaces them every 5 years per manufacturers spec??

    A few years back I saw a video that that was reviewing helmets. It brought up the 5 year life span of a helmet and that the clock starts ticking the day it's manufactured. It stated how important it is to know when the helmet was made which is printed in a "code" on the box.
  10. Kromm

    I guess I'm just not a Twisties guy!

    I have 1 riding buddy who I have been riding with for years (at least 30 years), to the point of when we are out I know exactly where he is, even without looking (he likes me to be in front, running point). Now the sad part is that he got married and his wife doesn't like him to go riding. His...
  11. Kromm

    Buying a new helmet - who replaces them every 5 years per manufacturers spec??

    I follow the "5 year recommendation", even though my helmets don't get dropped or have been in any type of accident. I live in Cali and summer riding with the sun and heat baking the helmet during the summer months. The helmet manufactures state the the heat breaks down the integrity of the...
  12. Kromm

    New guy checking in - just picked up a new leftover '23 RT Limited.

    I also still have my FJR. I got mine back in 2008 (purchased it new) when I retired as a retirement present to myself. It's an excellent ride, been on many long distance rides. But since I've developed arthritis in my hip, I've had to re-think what I can sit on for long periods of time. Giving...
  13. Kromm

    I guess I'm just not a Twisties guy!

    It's also one of the the most scenic roads you can find, and one of my favorite to ride. Years ago (back when I was in my mid 20's), I had a 1976 KZ900. We (the wife and I) strapped some sleeping bags and a tent on it and headed up HWY 1 from San Francisco to Canada (Vancouver Island)...
  14. Kromm

    I guess I'm just not a Twisties guy!

    I agree 100%. When I'm on 2 wheels my favorite thing is carving through corners. It's taken me a bit to relearn how to do the same on my Spyder. But it's not just the twisties, it's the feel of being in the wind, the smell of the Forest, Ocean, or what ever area you are in. It's definitely not...
  15. Kromm

    Just wanted to share a riding story - hitting a swarm of yellow jackets!

    With the discussion about "meat bees", I decided to do a search and found this: 'Uncovering the Truth About Meat Bees: Debunking the Myth.' https://beekeepercorner.com/what-is-a-meat-bee/ With that, all I know is they can be a real pain. They come out in droves during hunting season.
  16. Kromm

    Just wanted to share a riding story - hitting a swarm of yellow jackets!

    Quite a few years back, I was riding through one of the Mountain passes (hwy 4, for those of you who know Calif) with my Cousins husband (Ron). We came to a small valley where a ski resort is located (Bear Valley). I reached up and opened the visor on my helmet right as we rode into a swarm of...
  17. Kromm

    Pedal Box causing Code P2135 - anyone else had issues? Any ideas?

    Since I have reinstalled it, I haven't had any issues either. We did the Tahoe "lunch run" with no problems. We did run into some minor weather at the top of the pass (Kit Carson Pass). Ran into a bit of rain light rain and hail going over, and a good down pour coming back. I have a theory...
  18. Kromm

    Had a New Piece of Bling Made!

    I want a Pin!! (y)
  19. Kromm

    Pedal Box causing Code P2135 - anyone else had issues? Any ideas?

    That's what it does, and what I meant by response. It doesn't change the "power" but it makes the throttle more responsive so you don't have to "twist" the throttle as much. I come off of riding Sport/Touring bikes, and this lets you adjust the throttle response more to your liking. so you...
  20. Kromm

    Pedal Box causing Code P2135 - anyone else had issues? Any ideas?

    For an update on my issue. I contacted Lamonster and they had me send it back to them for "testing". After about 2 weeks one of their technicians called me and stated he had installed it on his Spyder and has been using is for a week with no problems. They sent it back to me and suggested to...
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