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  1. Xian Forbes

    Merry Christmas... Winter is coming

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Ride safe
  2. Xian Forbes

    Scooter pontoons

    If this were a motorrad accessory I'd prob want it
  3. Xian Forbes

    New models on the horizon

    Timing tensioner service done and the techs mention new bikes in the coming years are slated to include more entry level BMWs like a 400cc scooter. They also mentioned that the sport is not going to be imported in favor of the GT and the electric. So snap up those Sports whilst they're still...
  4. Xian Forbes

    i3 has C motor

    It appears that BMW i3 comes in a full electric as well as a hybrid with the 650cc motor from our bikes running a generator to charge the batts. That is good news for support and development of the engine.
  5. Xian Forbes

    Northern California test ride GT

    This was filmed on the east side of the SF Bay by someone from CalMoto. BMW Scooter C650GT First Rip: BMW Scooter C650GT First Rip - YouTube
  6. Xian Forbes

    Rally pictures

    Another year, another 3 peaks challenge completed. 254.9 highly technical miles circumnavigating the SF Bay with stops at the peaks of Mt. Hamilton, Mt. Diablo, Mt. Tamalpias. It was the missus first all day tour as a pilot, and only her second technical ride ever. She did great on her 946...
  7. Xian Forbes

    LED Accessory lighting

    This little gem came in the mail today. It's compact, well built and has 6x3watt emitters. I figure I'll make my own fork clamp to position it as such. Now when turning deep into corners on unlit roads things should look much better. I've not seen the beam pattern yet but at $20 it's a win in my...
  8. Xian Forbes

    650GT spotted in Jay Leno's Garage

    OK Guys, I'm as much of a car and airplane guy as I am into motorcycles, So I'm watching Jay Leno's garage final review on his Lotus Elan. And what did I spy in the backgroud, a C650GT (at 7:44 in the video). Does this mean that we might be getting a Leno review in the near future? I hope so...
  9. Xian Forbes

    Tire Replacement

    So, Now that I have about 6,500 miles on the Sport its time for new tires. I would say that on the whole I was not unhappy with the Pirelli Diablo, but I would prefer to have something more suited for touring and all weather. One of my ridding buddies who owned a T-Max for a few years told me...
  10. Xian Forbes

    CalMoto BMW Vespa Monthly Ride

    This Sunday is the monthly ride sponsored by my local dealer. If anyone is in the area and would like to join we meet up at 8.30 at the Mtn. View shop with wheels up at 9am. The ride is to go through Big Basin, Bonny Doone, and finally end up at Alice's Restaurant...(yes, it's where you can...
  11. Xian Forbes

    C Evolution revealed 2014

    Motorrad announced on their facebook feed that the electric scoot is going into production and will be available in the near future. Price unknown, 100km range 120km top speed and they claim it will charge in 4 hours on a standard 220v euro outlet. So I guess double that for a 110v US outlet...
  12. Xian Forbes

    Riding Gear...What do you recommend

    I am looking for a 3 or 4 season jacket. Considering the myriad of choices I was wondering if anyone has any favorite jackets that they could recommend. I am looking into Waterproof "Adventure" or "Touring" style jackets that also has removable liner for covering many seasons dry and wet...
  13. Xian Forbes

    Kymco MyRoad 700i??

    I figured that Kymco would release something like this sooner or later. Just as I would have expected, it appears from the few articles I've read, the fit and finish, cockpit, suspension and geometry appears to not be up to what we have come to expect from a Motorrad offering. 2014 Kymco...
  14. Xian Forbes

    LED lamp CAN BUS

    Does anyone have any information/preference on led lamps that will not set off the error and warning indicator. Mostly Im looking for a reliable vendor, there seems to be a load of interesting offerings but who knows what kind of product they offer. 194 white strobes are also something I...
  15. Xian Forbes

    SF bay area 3 peaks challenge Sat Aug 3

    This might be of late notice...Would be great to see another Beemer at the events Vespa Club Los Gatos is throwing its annual challenge to climb all three Bay Area peaks in a single day. Mount Hamilton. Mount Diablo. Mount Tamalpais. It's become our time-honored tradition to ride around the SF...
  16. Xian Forbes

    What bikes were on your Short List before choosing C-Series??

    Considering the $10,000+ price tag of our BMWs I'm curious what other bikes/scooters were on your short list before you decided on your Sport or GT. My Short list: Vespa GTS300IE SuperSport Triumph Thruxton Used R1100RT Used F800GT Keep dumping money into my Lambretta (240cc RB kitted...
  17. Xian Forbes

    2013 c6 promo

    2013 BMW C600 Sport and C650 MAXI SCOOTER PROMO SPOT - YouTube
  18. Xian Forbes

    C-Series Accessories by Wunderlich

    Wunderlich America has a line of accessories for Sport and GT. C Series BMW | Wunderlich America Cheers, Christian
  19. Xian Forbes

    System Update

    Today 6/19/13 I had my first service on my C600. Amongst the normal stuffs the tech told me that an Update was also flashed into the computer. Something to be aware of when you bring your bike into the shop going forward. I have only ridden the bike 15 highway miles home from the shop, but I...
  20. Xian Forbes

    Scooter Coat Installiation

    I have just installed the BMW Scooter Coat on my c6 Sport. If anyone is planning on purchasing this accessory remember that there is a retrofit kit (10 torx screws and 10 clips) that also must be ordered along with the coat itself, It seems that this is a seldom ordered item and your local shop...
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