Bad324 Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 DIY coat hanger cruise control??? I'm afraid to even ask what that consists of or how it works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koreo Posted June 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 Pretty legit. Basically this. Can set it and don't have to hold the throttle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silentcropduster Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 Pretty legit. Basically this. Can set it and don't have to hold the throttle. How? do u just twist the coat hanger and tighten it and it grips the throttle so it cant move ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koreo Posted June 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 roll the throttle forward, slide the coat hanger foward so it rests on the brake lever, it holds the throttle in place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 What he has built there for free is exactly like one of the 'professional models' you can buy. It just relies on the friction between the hanger and the grip. I applaud his genius. http://www.omni-cruise.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strictly Street Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 IMO a throttle lock will help immensly ^^^^^ + 1000!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polarity Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 Do not wear a backpack if at all possible. 7 hours of that thing pulling on your shoulders will really hurt. I rode from Mississippi to Ohio last riding season, I hated that damn backpack. I would also say instead of focusing on getting there immediately make sure you look around and enjoy your ride. It will go much faster if you're having fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmanlyst Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 Don't drain your oil in the side of the freeway:blink: Damn it Tim you beat me to it, and yeah Ibuprofen helps for blood flow and soreness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koreo Posted June 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 What he has built there for free is exactly like one of the 'professional models' you can buy. It just relies on the friction between the hanger and the grip. I applaud his genius. http://www.omni-cruise.com/ Do not wear a backpack if at all possible. 7 hours of that thing pulling on your shoulders will really hurt. I rode from Mississippi to Ohio last riding season, I hated that damn backpack. I would also say instead of focusing on getting there immediately make sure you look around and enjoy your ride. It will go much faster if you're having fun. Yea, Karl is letting my borrow his saddle bags and brandon is letting me use his tank bag. so I should be set there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerpaw Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 Don't get in a rush, even if you are running late. Friends & family will understand if situations come up. Arrive Alive! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnone Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 Monkey butt powder. Lift your butt off the seat to air out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBWalker Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 by the time you figure in gas stops, lunch, and b.s. stops, you'll be lucky to avg. 45 mph. so, 450mi. would be more like 10hrs.. dont forget to take a good rain suit and flat tire repair kit. g-luck and ride safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie14 Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 If you are not used to long trips, biker shorts are excellent in the summer. I wear them with a dry fit shirt under a mesh riding suit. If you have a camel back hydration system, they are also real nice in the summer. Stay hydrated to beat the heat and ward off fatigue.I have ridden to Hagerstown a number of times to visit the in-laws. I can comfortably ride there in 5 to 6 hours based on traffic (and highway patrol) It will not take 10 hours to get to Fredericksburg.Good luck. The I70 to I79 to I68 was my first multstate long ride. It is a scenic fun ride for being a freeway. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wahoo Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 Wear Compression shorts or something similar. Definitely avoid cotton underwear. +1 on the spot tracker. I've carried one for past 4. Never had to use it, but nice to know its there. ( I use the tracking feature every ride.)If you can't borrow one, Pauly's advice about texting someone your location occasionally is a great idea. Otherwise, stay hydrated, and stop every few hours to stretch off the bike. On routes, 33 from Elkins to Harrisonburg is a blast. I was just on it Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy the ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koreo Posted June 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 (edited) I've done 33 from hburg to Eakins then cut up 79 in my built RSX a few times, definitely a blast. I'm meeting up with a few car friends that I haven't seen in a couple years on Sunday and were going to do skyline drive.Picked up the saddle bags from karl. Good stuff Edited June 20, 2013 by Koreo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psyco1 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Advil, stay hydrated and take a break and stretch every hundred miles or at least at fillups . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollnhot Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Kman followed me 300+ miles on his lil Ninja, you can put big miles on those bikes. Just take your time and a few breaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmanlyst Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Kman followed me 300+ miles on his lil Ninja, you can put big miles on those bikes. Just take your time and a few breaks. Yup, until an e-clip broke on a jet needle, which you won't have that issue thanks to FI. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koreo Posted June 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 22, 2013 Left at 5 this morning.6.5 hours from Dublin to my dads work in warrenton Virginia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dying Shadow Posted June 22, 2013 Report Share Posted June 22, 2013 Yea don't let know one steal my damn tank bag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koreo Posted June 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 Yea don't let know one steal my damn tank bag.its hanging on the fridge right now. rained all last night and right now. ruined my skyline dr day trip :\ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dying Shadow Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 its hanging on the fridge right now. rained all last night and right now. ruined my skyline dr day trip :\lol the magnets come in handy and that sucks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 stay hydrated is the biggest thing I can tell you. Wear ear plugs also. This really helps my fatigue levels stay down, mentally, and I think much clearer than if I don't wear them. Lock your luggage as stated by I.P. Just take your time, and enjoy the ride. Stop when you feel the need. If your slabbing a bunch, change position on the bike regularly to keep from stiffening up. -oldschool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollnhot Posted June 23, 2013 Report Share Posted June 23, 2013 Buy a Multistrada. Do all the miles you want. I suggest a cock hauler...er... FJR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted June 24, 2013 Report Share Posted June 24, 2013 (edited) I suggest a cock hauler...er... FJRConnie C14 FTW! Edited June 24, 2013 by 2talltim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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