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Post by skyrider on Aug 13, 2013 10:35:22 GMT -6
As I recall, I was able to reach them by pulling the panel in front of the windshield (3 screws I think) on the YY250T that I had,
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Post by skyrider on Aug 3, 2013 23:11:15 GMT -6
A customer of mine quite a few years ago who was an engineer with Wright aircraft engine told me that for every 1000 feet in elevation one goes up you loose 10% of your horsepower. That explains why my 28 hp Rotax powered ultralight had a practical service ceiling of about 7000 feet.
Using the same formula my Reflex, which Honda says is 19 hp, works out like this: at 1000 foot elevation it is 17.1 hp, 2000 is 15.4 hp, 3000 is 13.85 and so on until at Monarch Pass, that I went over a few weeks ago, I am down to 5.9 hp at 11,000. Actually Douglas Pass at 8268 was worse because of the extremely short hairpin switchbacks it was impossible to keep any rpms going and on Monarch I was able to maintain 40 mph or a little better.
The Reflex is a full 50 lbs heavier that the clones so that makes some difference but they are rated at less hp. Add the extra weight of a trike and guess what-- it makes even more difference.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 2, 2013 18:25:55 GMT -6
I replaced the Bridgestone tires on my Reflex with Shinko and it sits about one inch higher off the ground. Same size tires.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 19, 2013 10:13:46 GMT -6
Howdy, and welcome.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 6, 2013 20:50:30 GMT -6
Conclusions: Glad I did it? Yes.
Do it again? No.
Reflex a good choice? Yes, for the kind of riding I normally do. I knew this going it to it. I have to keep it light enough to haul on the back of the motor home.
If I were to do much of this kind of riding I'd get a Silver Wing or Burgman 650. Something fuel injected for the high altitudes and faster cruise for the faster traffic in some areas.
I hope you enjoyed following along.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 6, 2013 20:42:12 GMT -6
Day five. It was very cold last night, didn't sleep well. Put on extra clothes and set off south. At Crater Lake Junction we turn west on 138 to Roseburg. Beautiful ride with lots of water falls along the way South on I 5 to Glendale where this all began.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 6, 2013 20:37:31 GMT -6
Day four. we cross southern ID on hwy. 20 to Mt. Home, up I84 to Ontario OR, pick up 20 again to Burns and Bend OR.
Before we get to Bend it is getting cooler. I didn't realize how high it is in Bend. 40 miles south I pitch camp for the night.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 6, 2013 20:25:22 GMT -6
Day three of the return. From eastern Nebraska to eastern Idaho. Still we climb on. The high altitude is showing in the engine preformance.
Again I read as many historical signs as possible. Also a very nice wagon trails history sight in Casper WY.
This night as I look for a place to set up camp I see a sign for a lava trails trail head. Nice graveled area out of sight from the road with a pavilion and a porta-potty. I just throw my tarp down on the concrete, inflate my air mattress, and sleeping bag and sleep well.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 3, 2013 8:10:23 GMT -6
Day two of return. We follow the Oregon trail all day. Stop frequently to read the historical markers. It is hard to imagine crossing this country back then in a covered wagon. I think I like it better with nice road and my Reflex (or our Winnebago Adventurer). Now we are climbing ever higher. Gas stations start to offer 85 octane gasoline.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 3, 2013 8:05:45 GMT -6
Day one of the return: Remember those wind in KS that always blow from the south?
I heat towards Marysville in the north expecting tail winds. WRONG! Strong head wind all day. Nice city park to camp in, they even have hookups for RVs free for up to 5 days.
From here we (my trusty little Honda and I) will follow the Oregon trail tomorrow.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 30, 2013 13:55:11 GMT -6
JR what was the brand and source of that windshield of yours?
Headed out tomorrow morning to return to Oregon by a more northern route.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 29, 2013 13:55:24 GMT -6
They were predicting 117 where we last lived in NV.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 29, 2013 8:24:17 GMT -6
Yes, I got the information on the car. It is a 1940 Bantum Speedster, not the 39 Crosley as I had it labeled. Good ride back to my brother's place even if it was over 100 degrees. I have lived in the desert for 40 years and am sort of used to heat. I saw this morning it is to be 117 today where we last lived in Southern NV.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 28, 2013 15:25:15 GMT -6
Today I scooted down from NW Arkie land to Petit Jean to meet our fearless leader, JR.
I found him to be as congenial as he is knowledgeable.
Thanks JR, and i had a good ride back to Razorback country.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 27, 2013 15:00:33 GMT -6
Actually since I am riding a Reflex it is quite comfortable. Better suspension that the YY250T that I had first plus higher profile tires that carry less air pressure. Conditioning has a lot to do with it, I ride distances all of the time.
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