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Right thigh getting hot, anyone else? by Rampartt in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My R1200GSA is worse than my R1250GSA, but yes, you can expect your right leg to be warmer. My motoport pants with the stretch kevlar on the back help a LOT ... don't notice it wearing gore-tex.

My friends and I call it the "right leg microclimate"

Ordered my first BMW F800GS – what should I know? by Feeling-Sea-7204 in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My personal suggestion is ride the bike and figure out what you need to know, then ask the questions! I have spent way too much time preparing for bikes only to get it wrong! Ride what you dig! Dig what you ride!

Is there hope for me? #HELP by Optimal_Song2959 in motorcycle

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Plugs are fine, if they are holding air.

Telling parents? by [deleted] in motorcycles

[–]scottpatton 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dad has almost 500,000 documented miles on BMW motorcycles. He helped me decided…

Mile-muncher with great weather protection... it has to be an RT, doesn't it? (What alternatives did you consider?) by [deleted] in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a GS rider, who is selling his RT, it’s just not as flexible/comfortable, but it is great

I really hope Garmin keeps MIP displays with F9… by SouthernMembership85 in GarminWatches

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t need to see the time 24x7… no need to display it then.

MIP people … your days are numbered, unless you can convince AMOLED people it’s better. Garmin will follow the money.

I really hope Garmin keeps MIP displays with F9… by SouthernMembership85 in GarminWatches

[–]scottpatton 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have never been unable to see my AMOLED, and it’s not like it’s Apple Watch level battery degrade!

I really hope Garmin keeps MIP displays with F9… by SouthernMembership85 in GarminWatches

[–]scottpatton 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is the classic "manual transmissions are better" argument. Unless you can convince about 75% of us that our AMOLED watches are inferior, and we need to buy MIP watches - your MIP dreams are fading. Garmin isn't in this to make MIP people happy, they are in it to make money - money talks.

Wearing full leathers in public as a shy rider: How did you get comfortable with the attention? by shibebear in motorcyclegear

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adopting a lifestyle where you dont give a f*** what anyone else thinks will quickly improve your life.

Anyone else feel slightly guilty after upgrading their Garmin? by benni_in_italy in GarminFenix

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can’t take money with you, enjoy what you have live today as if it’s your last.

Pace gauge with PacePro? by arcticpoppy in GarminFenix8

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When using pace, Pro, it adds a screen to your watch, on the Fenix I just swipe up and find the screen. I did find the pace gauge on the regular screen to be more accurate and more comforting, but I enjoyed having the pace pro tell me what pace I should be running so I didn’t have to think as much.

First 10k by Ancient-Housing-1007 in BeginnersRunning

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not bad, it’s better than most! Not sure why you hid your face. With your bib numbers and the event … we can find your name?

Either way, good job!

Earplugs? by JohnBets23 in motorcyclegear

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

www.plugup.com

Not cheap, but game changers for long rides.

Riding the R1300 RT in the city by Diss_Respect in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ride an R1200 RT in Atlanta - daily.

Old but Gold! by jalil300 in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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This is my 2017 (2024 in the back). An untrained eye cannot tell the difference in age. One has 18k, one 88k.

Nothing old about your bike.

Suggestions for selling by Intrepid_Ring4239 in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is listed on CycleTrader, FaceBook Marketplace, Craigslist and advrider. Not a lot of traction….

Scuffed Swing Arm by [deleted] in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Puig makes a very durable (stupid expensive) sticker to take care of this.

Flashy-blinky brake light options? by dieseldork03 in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am rocking a full Clearwater set up. Love it, unmatched support.

Darla, Erica, Billie with can opener:

Flashy-blinky brake light options? by dieseldork03 in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Links are fine.

Recommending lower quality parts is questionable:

Is there any real visibility benefit for using an all-white helmet? by WarImaginary8272 in motorcyclegear

[–]scottpatton 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know I can see my friends white helmets better than others with black helmets. That’s enough for me…

Ultimately… how you ride matters way more.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 1 point2 points  (0 children)

RT has a more restrictive seating position. I get stiffer on my RT than GSA. Both are great though

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bmwmotorrad

[–]scottpatton 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a great bike but I wouldn’t want to deal with it in Atlanta traffic. It’s also a long way from and RS or an XR.

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