Describe your SportTouring setup

[donoman]

Let's get this party started!!!

Mine includes a 1999 VFR800 with soft saddlebags, a tank bag, an on-the-fly chain luber, headlight modulator (soon to also have taillight modulator), and BT010 front BT020 rear tires.

The more important part of the equation (for me) is my gear:

Aerostich 1pc Roadcrafter
Aerostich Backprotector & Hip Pads
Aerostich Wind Triangle
A Balaclava Headsock
Alpinestars Goretex Rain gloves (soon to be replaced with Aerostich Triple-digit Rain covers)
Sidi On-Road Sympatix Waterproof Boots
Rain-X on the shield


And for those really really wet days:
NorthFace Goretex Pants
NorthFace Adventure Series Goretex Shell

A picture of her (in better times):
http://www.eecs.berkeley.edu/~dtlee/DSC00804.JPG

[V4]

2002 VTEC VFR

28k miles trouble free except a cracked subframe which Honda replaced immediately....

Ohlin rear shock

BT010 for rainy season
BT010 fronts/BT020 for driers season
Open to other brands.....

Marsee magnetic tank bag....don't know the model names but ones a big one and the other is the mini-me version....both I love and the best use I get everyday.....

Riding Gear:
Alpinestar Stunt jacket and Trackpants for sunny riding
FirstGear Expedition 1pc suit for winter months
Sidi Strada boots
Alpinestar Road-tech gloves
some crap Dainese gloves I got for free..
Dainese 1pc K suit for posing or going for brisk rides..

Waiting for Alpinestar 360 1pc suit to arrive for sporttouring for all year use....

Only pic of me and the VFR is this squiddly one....( no flaming , please, thank you)

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/726138-v4-sport.jpg

[TedSki]

Mine includes an '01 SV650S with Chase Harper soft saddle bags, soft tail trunk, expandable tank bag. She has the scottoiler hooked up, heated grips, and a Sargent Seat. She wears a BT010 on the front and BT020 on the rear.

My wear for touring:

First Gear Kenya Jacket
Old Skewl Widder Vest
First Gear Pants
Alpinestars SMX-3 Boots
MotoBoss Delta Glove
Aerostitch Triple Digit Rain Covers
Aerostitch Wind Triangle
Cheap Lycra "Ninja-style" Headsock
Atlantis Gore Tex Rain Suit (Mariner's Style 2 Piece with Bib-Style Pant)

No pictures of her here... maybe later.

[mheinee]

Let's see, stock bike....tankbag when staying in hotels....add tent, sleeping bag on the back when camping.

Last months trip from a sport-tour forum (http://www.sport-touring.net/cgi-bin/msgboard/ikonboard.cgi?;act=ST;f=29;t=9278)

action pic on Laporte-Quincy Rd.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/726234-me_laporte_quincy_rd.jpg

[veefereefer]

Me have a 91' VFR.........soft bags....tank bag......cell phone and credit card........and a bunch of tools but since it's a VFR, I never get to use them;)

Here is a link to some pictures of my tour of the Pacific northwest in September....http://www.southbayriders.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1007

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/726236-ride.jpg

[bsd43]

2002 VFR800ABS

Currently only 3500 miles (need more rides!).

Stock D204s
Honda sidecases
Marsee expandable tankbag
Throttlemeister and Throttle Rocker
Zero Gravity ST shield
... otherwise pretty much bone stock ...

Garmin Legend GPS with RAM mount.

FirstGear Kilimanjaro jacket.
FirstGear overpants.
Alpinestar Effex Gore-Tex boots.
Olympia Kevlar gloves for general riding, some $40 closeout Gore-Tex Kevlar gloves for cold.

[Ravi]

My 2002 Blue SV650S

Touring Setup:
Raised Heli-bars (1.5" higher and 1" back from stock)
Givi D157S windscreen (3" higher than stock)
Suzuki Gel Seat w/ leather cover (to waterproof stock gel seat)
RKA eXpandible saddle bags (26-52 liters)
Marzee tank bag
Catepillar o-Ring (custom throttle-lock)
RaceTech emulators, springs, fork oil & rebuild SRAD GSXR 750 shock
BT010 fronts/BT020 rear

Comming soon:
Electric grip warmers

Gear:
Shoei RF-900
Aerostich 1pc Roadcrafter (black/gray)
Aerostich Backprotector & Hip Pads
Aerostich Wind Triangle
Bunch of different winter gloves
Daytona Winners boots

Ravi :teeth

Pic - see avatar.

[RydTher]

2004 Yamaha FJR1300


Integrated hard bags, TourMaster Cortech tail bag when needed
Marsee tank bag

Only mods so far:
Power Commander PCIII-USB
Magknight magnetic tank bra
Moko frame sliders
Garmin 2610 on a Touratech mount and StemStand
Jastek power outlet front fairing for GPS, and on passenger footrest for vest
Camera mount left handle bar
Autocom for music and comms
iPod and/or XM radio for music
Grip warmers
Ohlins rear shock
Givi Top Case

To be ordered:

brake light modulator

my touring set-up
customized Aerostich Roadcrafter, all pads
Daytona boots
Arai lid
Helimot or Held gloves
Widder vest
Patagonia windproof fleece liner - a god send
"McGuyvered" neck warmer (knit cap with seems cut to fit over head :laughing , hey it works great)
Canon G5 and S300 digital cameras to document the road

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/726290-109_0915__large_.jpg

[NoGall]

:banana

2002 Honda VFR, no mods, stock everything...
BT010 front and BT020 rear

Luggage: I have a couple of Marsee tankbags. The larger one will hold me for a couple of nights. I use a couple of straps/net for bulky jacket or whatever is on the backseat. I am thinking of adding the Tourmaster tailbags and saddlebags to extend the distance.

Other gear: Aerostich 2-piece, Arai Signet, Sidi boots, and some golves.

Poorman's cruise control: Throttle Rocker, best $10 you will ever spend (see www.aerostich.com)

[tiltedworld]

Same as my other setup :twofinger plus Tour Master Soft-saddle bags and an Oxford Humpback expandable tank bag.

Good enough for a long weekend trip for me.

Oh and the throttle rocker...save your wrists for sure! :thumbup

[devir]

99 VFR,

Marsee tank bag,

SPIDI top sythetic,

Dainese lower synthetic

Ohlins, SS Lines, KN, PCII, GOLDVALES, 15T, 47T, DID gold, BTO10s for the rain, Double Bubble, Separate plasitcs for the rain season / track days,

Soft saddle bags,

Sargent Two piece seat,

EBC rotors, HH + pads,

Soon to upgrade the LBS system to the VTECH version, and swap out my hydralic cylinders,


16K in 03 to date,

Devir

[Max Smiley]

someone stole my setup :( but I will rebuild it just need to get some straps and buckles, new heated gear thermostat, etc. actually I'd love to build up a new supermoto / dual sport based ride. my 230 could do the job, but slowly though and I have to change the oil at 500 miles. forget interstates and mixing it up with 18-wheelers. hmmm.

[spdt509]

hey tom,you forgot the rack for your HKS:twofinger

ok, current set-up:stock '98 speed triple
-corbin(frt. only)
-givi top box(a BIG one)
-socket for heated vest
-tankbag
-gps
-future mods:heated grips+soft saddlebags

[NoGall]

Originally posted by spdt509
hey tom,you forgot the rack for your HKS:twofinger



Nah, we don't want to make the LEO's too nervous:laughing

[spdt509]

Originally posted by NoGall
Nah, we don't want to make the LEO's too nervous:laughing
yeah,but think about it;no more tail gaters !!....
ps that quote from the lady that hit you still cracks me up
lady:are you ok?why did you stop?
you:BECAUSE THAT WHAT YOUR SUPPOSE TO DO AT A STOP SIGN!!
or something to that effect.....

[NoGall]

Originally posted by spdt509
yeah,but think about it;no more tail gaters !!....
ps that quote from the lady that hit you still cracks me up
lady:are you ok?why did you stop?
you:BECAUSE THAT WHAT YOUR SUPPOSE TO DO AT A STOP SIGN!!
or something to that effect.....

:laughing :laughing :laughing

At maximum yelling: "BECAUSE THERE IS A FOOKING STOP SIGN THERE!"

Oy, fun days:cry

I was mostly angry at the fact that I had just taken an 1/2 day leave to play Ricky Hayden's half-brother in the hills, but only to have her put a stop to my plan:laughing

[Bronto]

ZR7s with six tie down points on the tail. Four person Tent, Sleeping bag, Matt, Sterno stove couple of Back packs. Folding chair. All tied to the back.
Mapes and Two flashlights. Tire repair and pump, Analog Cell Phone, First aid stuff and extra packs of smokes :D FRS walkie talky and AM/FM/TV/Weather Sony wallkman :D

[Primate]

Wow, maybe we need a VFR Forum?

Couple of nice SV's and a stonking FJR. Nice!

Me, I have a 2002 BMW 1150RT
Bike has BMW side cases (hard)
Givi top box
Secdom windscreen (must for rain rides)
Heated hand grips
Wired for electric vests
Automcom (so I can talk to my girlfriend, make and receive cell phone calls, listen to CD's and radio.......)

On the way:
Reverse pattern shift kit (drives me crazy going from my sport bikes to my BMW, so I decided to switch it too)
Adjustable telelever so I can some clearance for more spirited rides.
Ohlins front and rear (the stockers lasted about 14,000).

While I prefer the D220's I am going to look real hard at Avon tires this weekend at the bike shoe, becasue I do like to ride in the rain.

Gear - Typically full leathers (Spidi) with back protector, unless I am going overnight, then I have Hein Geriche jacket and Joe Rocket Pants $40 at Cycle Salvage :)

[GAMBLER]

this here. ZR7S, givi saddle bags, tecnic tankbag. 1 man tent, small stove, mummy bag. I wear leather jacket and pants with rain gear if needed(nothing fancy)(...then came Bronson):laughing and a steely gaze.............

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/727140-nt17.jpg

[aloois]

Dang!

Most of you are really set up.
I've got a 99 R6 with a new Marsee magnetic tank bag.
Not ideal for sport touring I suppose, but I can carry my camera,
shirt, food, and water.

Perhaps I need a second bike. Now there's an idea!

[spdt509]

Originally posted by aloois
Dang!

Most of you are really set up.
I've got a 99 R6 with a new Marsee magnetic tank bag.
Not ideal for sport touring I suppose, but I can carry my camera,
shirt, food, and water.

Perhaps I need a second bike. Now there's an idea!
not really.you can just about tour on any bike,is how you prepare
for the trip that sets you apart.fer example,gixxerrider did a trip
half way to mexico on a R6(!).....

[prolixly]

2002 Ducati ST4S
stock stuff:
TiN showas in front. Ohlins rear with remote preload adjust.
996cc with ST-specific cams for even more grunt.
removable hard bags each hold full face helmet+

aftermarket:
Monroe Motors custom 28-degree-of-freedom bar risers
adjustable brembo brake and clutch levers from a 916
Throttlemeister
Sargent seat
ZG tall windscreen
Arrow carbon fiber slipons


attire:
full CE-cert armoured from johnson leathers.
sidi boots
held track gloves. one size too big with wool liner for cold days.

[Nelson]

Here is mine, is not much of a set-up since my bike is no sport-tourer and I've got no hardbags. But the thing does more milage than ypur average BMW.

Oxford Sports Expander Tankbag/ Tailpack which splits in two.

2 cargo nets and two bungee cords

Eureka sleeping bag

Coleman sleeping bag superstuffed into an REI compression bag

Throttle rocker, which I never really use.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/728213-hwy_108_a.jpg

[Primate]

Another great thing about sport touring.

I stopped in Davenport a couple of weeks ago and a guy approached me regarding my tire repair kit. His girlfriend's bike was stranded in the mountains. The kit worked wonderfully and she was on the road in no time. Pretty cool stuff from BMW. Do other bikes come with these?

[donoman]

It poured today! My knees got wet, time to wax those zippers.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/728319-crkspd_005.jpg

[donoman]

Hey guys I just raised my stock handlebars about 1/2" higher than stock by removing one of the clips that is intended to keep the bars really low. I like the new position... Try it, you might like it too!!! :teeth

[GAMBLER]

Originally posted by donoman
Hey guys I just raised my stock handlebars about 1/2" higher than stock by removing one of the clips that is intended to keep the bars really low. I like the new position... Try it, you might like it too!!! :teeth

I put Gen-Mar 1" risers on my bike early on to let me sit back more, much better.
'

[wakked1]

02 ZX-12R with 5500 some miles. Ride up to Seattle and back... 4 500 mile days, did ok.

Gear wise, just Tourmaster saddle, tail and tank bags, Helimot 1-piece suit and tourmaster rain gear. Held leather gloves for nice weather, goretex alpinestars for wet weather. 208ZR's front and rear.. might go 010's front and rear next time around.

Wish list:
- Throttlemeister so I can stretch the ol right paw periodically
- Corbin seat. prolly custom so its less of an ass-bucket
- Heli-bars (maaaybe.. not sold on this yet)
- hmmm... that's it. Can't think of anything else I'd want. Stock windscreen is ok. Maybe the Corbin beetlebags hard bags at some distant point, but they're kinda funky... the right bag is only 17L coz its molded around the stock exhaust.

[Raghu]

Originally posted by donoman
It poured today! My knees got wet, time to wax those zippers.

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/728319-crkspd_005.jpg

your left indicator/running light is out?

[Raghu]

- Stock F4i with foot pegs lowered to stock position.
- Gerbing electric jacket outlet.
- throttle rocker.
- Marsee expandable tank bag.
- Tail locker tail bag.
- Camelbak back pack.
- bungee net.

Dainese two piece leather suit + Sidi vertebras + Helimot TLV + Teknic Violator pros in summer.

Winter gear:
Spidi H2Out jacket with liner (3 season of wet weather riding, I have never once applied any sealant - no leaks - ever!). The liner that comes with it is pretty good and can withstand upto 50F w/o any problem.

Aerostich pants.

Old Olympia gloves - 3 years old, too much rain riding - they are leaking like a sieve now. I will be getting either a pair of Daytona gloves (from Helimot) or Helds. Or I may cheap out & buy another set of Ultima - hey, it worked ok for 3 years!

Winter: Water proof Goretex backpacking boots if I want to mix up some hiking with riding. Else, water proof day-hiking boots with enough ankle protection.

Gerbing heated liner.

Respro Foggy mask. Learnt about this from a guy in UK on cbrlist, ordered through their US dealer; best $25 I have spent. In addition to preventing helmet fogging, the foggy mask also acts as a wind protector, eliminating a face mask. Also, there is no need to replace them every year like the Fogcity shields & there is no refraction effects. I carry both a tinted & a clear shield, so there is no need to spend $30 every year on Fogcity shields!

[rdcyclist]

Da Rig:

On da road:
Y2k VFR800 in the faster and smoother yellow
929 front end (this means forks, brakes (no f*cking LBS!), and front wheel)
Forks revalved w/RaceTech valves and LE springs
HeliBars (gotta have 'em 'cause the stock 929 bars are too low and hit the instruments)
RC51 clutch master (so both the brake and clutch masters match)(Donoman bought the stock VFR CM thus paving the way to make this happen, thanks Dono)
Custom Galfer brake lines front and rear
Penske rear shock (the double adjustable version)
Computrack alignment (works great on the VFR)
2Bros full exhaust system
PCII (right now it's off the bike as I'm having a love/hate thing with it)
K&N filters (air and oil)
Mags 80/100 watt headlight bulbs
PIAA 910 driving lights
HeatTroller grips and vest temp control
Sargent seat
Givi windscreen
ThrottleMeister
ThrottleRocker
McCruise cruise control
Autocom w/Kenwood GMRS radio
Hawke Oiler
Harris Hugger/chain guard (the hugger should've been included stock)
5 gallon auxiliary fuel tank with totally custom mount and plumbing (for the IronButt type endurance rides)

On me:
Aerostich 1 Piece suit (one for summer and one for winter, thank you eBay)
Schuberth Concept 4 helmet (comped from the manufacturer for services rendered, I probably wouldn't have bought one and found how cool they really are otherwise)
Held gloves in various weights and styles (thanks Helimot for having a killer sale on them)
Aerostich WindTriangle (a very versatile piece of clothing)
Aerostich Electric Vest
Aerostich Triple Digit rain covers (gotta have 'em for ridin' in the rain)
Daytona boots
[edit]Dang! Forgot one of my favorite pieces of gear: BackAlign back brace. This thing will enable just about anybody to ride all day without a sore back or butt. Very highly recommended.

Dang that's a lot of shit. I wonder what it would be like to ride without all of that and go with what we rode in the 70s. I had a lot of fun putting this together and it makes riding more comfortable but sometimes it seems like it's more complicated than it needs to be. Any thoughts?

[Raghu]

Originally posted by GAMBLER
I put Gen-Mar 1" risers on my bike early on to let me sit back more, much better.
'

While I appreciated the ergonomic advantages the Gen-mars provided, the bike's steering changed. Also, on freeway drones, I lie down on the tank & use my abs instead of having any weight on my hands/legs. With the Gen-mars, I started getting shoulder pains due to the different geometry between tank/handlebar. Removed them - I prefer the stock over Gen-mars.

Ofcourse, I should've bought a VFR to begin with - I would've if it was 50 lbs lighter :laughing. I am lusting after a Falco now.

[foad99]

#1 Aprilia Caponord - Blue
- Aprilia Hard Bags
- Givi Top Box
- Marsee Tank Bad

#2 KTM Adv-R
- Drybag Panniers
- Custom Pelican Topbox
- KTM Tankbag

Too Much Fun!!!!!

[GAMBLER]

Originally posted by foad99
#1 Aprilia Caponord - Blue
- Aprilia Hard Bags
- Givi Top Box
- Marsee Tank Bad

#2 KTM Adv-R
- Drybag Panniers
- Custom Pelican Topbox
- KTM Tankbag

Too Much Fun!!!!!

I sat on a Caponard at the MC show and could barely lift it off the side stand. What a tank.:p

[GAMBLER]

Originally posted by rags
While I appreciated the ergonomic advantages the Gen-mars provided, the bike's steering changed. Also, on freeway drones, I lie down on the tank & use my abs instead of having any weight on my hands/legs. With the Gen-mars, I started getting shoulder pains due to the different geometry between tank/handlebar. Removed them - I prefer the stock over Gen-mars.

Ofcourse, I should've bought a VFR to begin with - I would've if it was 50 lbs lighter :laughing. I am lusting after a Falco now.

what kind of bike? my bike is a standard so it sat me up in a comfortable position.

[flynbmw]

'04 BMW R1100S replaced '99 (RIP)
BMW hard bags and RKA mini-sport tank bag
Ohlins front and rear
Corbin with backrest
Wunderlich adjustable windshied
TwoBros slip-ons, head pipes coated by Jet-Hot
ThrottleMeister
CarboTech "hugger" (must protect Ohlins)

Soon to come: BMW high bars and SS brake lines

Aerostich suit
Aria Helmet
Held gloves (most of the time)
Daytona boots
Aerostich electric vest and Widder electric gloves for those COLD mornings...

And lots of support equipment in the saddlebags...

[madkiwi]

1996 RF900RT

Mostly stock except the following:

Givi windshield
Custom Russell SS brakelines
Corbin Gunfighter seat
Heli Bar handlebars
Custom made GPS mount
Kriss Starburst Headlight modulator
Visipath brakelight flasher
110 db Fiamm car horn
EBC brake pads
Bridgestone BT010/020

Luggage
Teknic 2 piece tank bag
Eclipse P-38 saddlebags
Tour Master Cortech Tail bag (soon- on my Xmas wish list)

Riding gear
Hot weather- JR Phoenix 2.0 jacket and pants
Cool weather- Fieldsheer perforated 2 piece leathers
Rain- I won't be riding. Just in case- Walmart special 2 piece PVC rain suit.

madkiwi

[selong]

OK, this is what happens when you get the winter doldrums a couple years in a row...

Bike - 1999 Honda CBR600F4:
49-State Conversion (adds +/- 10hp)
OEM Centerstand (from UK)
Givi 3-Hard Bag Kit - now silver (parts from UK)
Sigma BC1400 Bicycle Trip Computer (good bang for the $$)
Chase Harper Magnetic Tank Bag
Powerlet plugs front and rear
National Cycle Cheetah Windscreen (great deal)
Vista Throttle Lock
(2) RAM Mounts up front (Video and Radar)
Galfer Braided Brake Lines both ends.
Rear Tire Hugger (cleanliness is next to Godliness)
Corbin Saddle
Scott-Oiler
K&N Air Filter
FIAMM Horn
Tire repair, tools and first aid kits under the seat

Me:
Fieldsheer Highland 1-Piece suit (Love it, sold my Tourmaster)
KBC VR-1 Bucket
Alpinestars or Oxtar Boots
Teknic Gloves
Kreamer Sports heated vest and glove liners
Chatterbox FRS Multi-Sport Communications
Archos MP3 player with remote (VITAL!)

WHEW!

http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/images/threads/000/049/903/876493-786452-gold_rush_run.jpeg

[davidb]

r1100s bcr K12 reg, san jose power filter. induct, remus race, heated grips, widder gloves, rain suit and a back pack.

[vnsfxr]

'02 Bandit 1200s - in the Kewl Blue color
ZG Double Bubble
GenMar risers with a 1.5" set back & 1" rise
RKA Tank Bag
Ivan's jet kit with the stock mains (kept the stock can for silent running)
Corbin Beetle Bags
Corbin G/L seat with removable rest for my lovely wife
Cell phone
address book
credit cards
maps

Gear is armored leather with a rain suit if needed
Widder Vest & Gloves
RF900
Can of Honda cleaner/polish to get the bugs off
Can of chain lube

[Raghu]

Originally posted by GAMBLER
what kind of bike? my bike is a standard so it sat me up in a comfortable position.

2001 F4i. Modified a bit right now, I will update my setup :)

[Raghu]

Originally posted by rags
- Stock F4i with foot pegs lowered to stock position.
- Gerbing electric jacket outlet.
- throttle rocker.
- Marsee expandable tank bag.
- Tail locker tail bag.
- Camelbak back pack.
- bungee net.




Damn! Bike now has a Serpent full system, Galfer SS lines, PCIII, throttle rocker. If the shop gets the parts (been waiting for 15 days now!), new DID VM chain, vortex steel front, Sprocket specialists Titan tough rear - some time soon...

I also bought Olympia Ultimas for the winter rain/cold riding. They are holding up well :)

[harring10]

Our setups:

Her VFR -
* ZG double bubble
* Gen Mar risers
* Throttlemeister
* 2nd look tank bra
* Corbin seat
* Gerbing reostat / heated suit
* Honda OEM Hardbags (newest addition) w/liners
* Staintune exhaust
* Azaro 'B' 45/46

I'm sure I'm forgetting something, but, well, you get the picture

His Goldwing -

* too many gadgets to list!

K -

[lfrc322]

02 VFR 8200 miles (its beena slow 6 months ok?) all stock except for Road Pilot tires. Soon to get a custom seat and suspension work done.

Luggage includes 2 nelson riggs tank packs and 1 tail duffle bag for the long trips. Possible addition of hard saddle bags and/or touring trunk very likely in the near future.

[acme rider]

I'm using the following:

- Marsee Tank bag
- TourMaster Cortech Sportbike saddlebags and integrated tail bag
- First Gear Kilamanjaro Jacket
- First Gear matching Cordura pants

Here's a look at my setup in Malibu getting gas getting ready to come back to the bay area:

http://www.acmedigital.us/collections/motorcycles/2004_sf2la1/IMG_0884.JPG

If you want to see some of the gadgets, etc... check out: http://www.acmedigital.us/collections/motorcycles/2004_sf2la1/index.html

[flimflam]

'03 vfr
factory hard bags - LOVE 'EM!
FAT tank bag system
currently bridgestone 010/020 combo
corbin custom seat (ahhhh my ass loves it!)
Helibars (one right now - don't ask!)
throttle lock (cheap one - but its a good break)

hmmm - gear?
JUST got leathers! (ready for twisties serious like now!)
alpinestars - TZ-1 jacket!

then the textile joeyrocket jacket and pants for those chilly commutes up tahoe way...