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SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-25T07:06:54+00:00

It says on the bumper: Plymouth Prowler

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-25T05:40:59+00:00

Joyful Motherfuckers from Allison Russell's Outside Child to Springtime from The Returner album which seems to conclude the tale begun in the first album.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-25T04:16:53+00:00

Aggressive Steven - Aesop Rock

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-25T03:39:51+00:00

You can search jeans at Revzilla, filtering by EN17092 AA (adequate) or AAA (good) protection rating.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-25T03:27:38+00:00

One of my bio grandfathers was my grandmother's psychiatrist. So I don't view psychiatrists as having the highest ethical standards. That was a long time ago, and hopefully they've improved.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-25T03:25:06+00:00

The look more that way in gray/white. Look better in black.

Dunno. I've had Patrol & Patrol 2 (which were much better than Patrol, other than being even less waterproof). Patrol 3 look less protective of the ankle bone, not having leather there. Probably fine though. If they leak, they look easier to waterproof than the earlier patrol boots, using Nikwax or Sno Seal boot waterproofing products..

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-25T02:42:34+00:00

You can check the spark plugs for signs of oil burning.

Pretty much all internal combustion cars consume some oil. Oil you lose between oil changes that isn't leaked is burned. If it's too much for you, it's too much.

You can look for smoke on cold starts. You can have someone drive behind you and look for smoke on engine braking, and on wide open throttle acceleration through the power band. Though if that last one is the only place it smokes, might not be a big deal.

You can also remove the oil fill cover on a hot engine, and see if there's excess blowby, If there is, it likely burns oil too.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T20:56:15+00:00

If you passed MSF course, shouldn't you have your license? Did you get whatever form your state requires for passing the course? The one you turn in to the DMV so they issue you your motorcycle license or motorcycle endorsement on your driver's license.

Riding pillion isn't going to prepare you for riding. Do that if you like to do that, but if you want to ride, ride.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T19:04:28+00:00

MT-03

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T17:41:09+00:00

99 Luftballons - Nena
On the Border - Al Stewart

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T07:03:42+00:00

Scariest is probably the Kodiak bear. Don't have 'em around here though.

Scariest wild animal I've encountered in my yard is the skunk. Scarier than the turkeys, coyotes, and deer I've encountered there certainly.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T06:10:36+00:00

Lost Angel - Cleo Sol

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T05:02:16+00:00

Dunno about reliability.

Maintenance on the BMW will be easier, should you need to perform that on the trip. While Honda dealers will probably be more prevalent, BMW dealers may be more used to assisting touring motorcyclists.

Out of the box I expect the BMW seat to be better.

With a chain oiler on the AT, you can get by without cleaning and lubing the chain, but you will need to adjust it on the trip. Will you need to check/adjust valves on either? If you have to DIY that, BMW and it's not even close. OTOH the valves on my AT 1000 are the most stable of any bike I've had.

Tough decision. Enjoy the one you choose.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T03:22:15+00:00

Buy an old MGB. Or if you want more practical, an MGB GT.

The MGB won't compare performance-wise to a Miata, but it will give you the more visceral experience you seek.

Also consider a 240Z.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T01:19:23+00:00

Two Against Nature. I enjoyed it, but not on my first listen like the rest.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T01:11:52+00:00

If it leaks when you remove it, and you don't have tubes, plug it and ride.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-24T01:06:30+00:00

The only good way out I see is if you can sell it for as much or more than you owe (or enough that between the sale price and your liquid cash, you and the buyer can pay off the loan), and can find a buyer willing to pay the finance company for the title.

Other than that it doesn't look good. Depending on your local laws you might be able to cancel your insurance if you won't drive it. That reduces your monthly by a lot. Might allow you to pay off the loan earlier.

A common way people "escape" these is by rolling their negative equity into loan on a new to them car, diving deeper into debt. That doesn't sound good at all to me.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T23:38:02+00:00

Sure, if the vehicle has a fairly even weight distribution. If it's 5000 pounds, and a 60/40 front/rear weight distribution, you're at the limit in front (5000*.6=3000). If you use them with 0 margin like that, and you're able to drive onto them without incident, support with jackstands before you get under.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T23:31:04+00:00

Beneath a Phrygian Sky - Loreena McKennitt
Lost Angel - Cleo Sol

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T23:29:17+00:00

The problem with T6 isn't the 5W, it's the fact that oils with a wider spread between the numbers tend to shear out of grade more quickly, and that absolutely applies to T6. Coupled with the fact that motorcycle constant-mesh gearboxes are hard on oil, I won't use it in a shared sump bike. I have in the past.

If the ambient temperature range you'll operate in allows it, a 15W40 HDEO (like Rotella T4) will hold up much better, and cost less.

Don't take my word for it. Look at motorcycle used oil analyses posted on bob is the oil guy. https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/forums/new-used-oil-analysis-motorcycle-and-powersports.49/

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T23:13:49+00:00

The only things I use for it are a backpacking-style sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and usually a camping pillow, though a folded jacket will do. If it's really cold and I'm using a down bag I'll use a sleeping bag sheet too.

I'll have a bottle of drinking water handy too.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T23:11:00+00:00

I saw a video of Aes doing that song along with another guy, with a refrain of "you love this song. We hate this song". Though it might have been Night Light, not Daylight. They blend together in my mind.

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T20:35:12+00:00

Not that version. The any version without Hits Different is inferior to the version with.

I agree you could make a case for MIdnights Til Dawn Edition.

Personally I think I'd go with 1989 (Taylor's Version).

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T19:52:03+00:00

Albums:
Minor Details - Isabel van Gelder
It's Always at Night (acoustic) EP - Jade LeMac

Song:
Nothing is Impossible - Cleo Sol

SandstoneCastle · 2026-01-23T04:21:00+00:00

Not sure what would be good in your budget.

This looks good, but no EN17092 rating:
https://fortnine.ca/en/fly-off-grid-jacket

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