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How to Make Handlebar Mitts and Extend Your Riding Season

January 7, 2021January 7, 2021 Austin 0 Comments

I made my own handlebar mitts (pogies). I used 1.5mm neoprene, made my own template (PDF layout/instructions), and developed a working prototype in a couple hours. I am very pleased with the results and the bar mitts are quite effective at blocking the wind and making cold rides much more enjoyable. Total cost – about $15.

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Motorcycle Boot Gaiters / Moto Pant Cuff Protector

November 14, 2020November 14, 2020 Austin 0 Comments DIY, gear, motorcycle, protection, waterproof

The Problem: Motorcycle pants are expensive (even if you get cheap ones) and the cuffs get torn up by the

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Wallowa Mountain Loop Moto Camping

October 14, 2020November 14, 2020 Austin 2 Comments adventure, camping, maps, motorcycle, oregon, routes

With a limited amount of time and the weather looking pretty questionable for anything in the cascades, we decided to

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Multi-Day Motorcycle Adventure Packing List

September 7, 2020November 26, 2020 Austin 0 Comments adventure, backcountry, camping, motorcycle, touring

Sitting around camp one evening on a recent moto-camping trip,we took the opportunity to survey and inventory everything that we

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Southeastern Oregon Dual Sport Moto 2020 (with GPS route)

July 18, 2020November 14, 2020 Austin 1 Comment adventure, camping, maps, motorcycle, oregon, routes

We did a 4 day big bike motorcycle adventure tour of Southeastern Oregon, including Crystal Crane Hot Springs, Pillars of Rome, Chalk Basin, Alvord Desert, and Hart Mountain Antelope Refuge.

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Lessons Learned: Rivnuts Vs. Plusnuts
I think plusnuts are a superior product and would highly recommend using these in critical situations (especially when pull out is a concern).
Sprinter Stock Stereo Upgrade and Speaker Replacement
Instructions for upgrading the stock Sprinter Audio 15 with a new 300W amp, new speakers in the front doors, new rear 6x9 speakers...
Sprinter Adventure Van Build - Moving the back seat
Highlights (TL:DR): get yourself a set of sockets and torx wrenches Measure 858 mm back from the original seat location
Sprinter Adventure Van Build – Electrical
There is a ton of information out there on how to correctly do the electrical for your van. I read
Suzuki V-Strom DL650 Oil Change Guide (2004 - 2011)
A brief guide with pictures and instructions on changing the oil for a 2004 - 2011 Suzuki V-Strom DL650.
2016 Suzuki V-Strom DL1000 - First Oil Change, Filter Replacement, and Maintenance Guide
Steps for changing the oil and filter on the 2014 V-Strom DL1000. All it takes is a 17mm socket wrench, an oil filter...
Vertical Ski (or snowboard) Carrying Hitch Rack
In short, the best ski/snowboard carrying solution I have come up with for a tall vehicle is to carry them vertically on a...
Sprinter Adventure Van Build - Bed Platform
We went very simple for our bed platform . That isn't to say it isn't highly comfortable and functional, but, like the rest...