details soon...
for my records, before the excessive miles logged due to guage malfunction, bike has 7992 miles on the clock
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
UPDATED "New" house beginning walkthrough
UPDATED 9/3/2015
In the hope of saving the BurntDirections youtube page for its originally intended purpose, I have created a new YouTube subchannel, titled "Burnt Remodel"
All videos have been moved to this channel and links have been updated. Enjoy!
So, as far as the house remodel goes, I've tried to post a few videos on Youtube. Here is a walkthrough of the property just to show where things are current as of this post:
"New" house beginning walkthrough
40 yard dumpster is here, All carpet removed, pulled baseboards, doors and trim
Bathroom demolished! Half the kitchen gone. Great room load bearing wall is naked
Also, created a playlist for All Videos in Order of Posting. You can find it with this link:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUPnUX9GcOXCBZ3cpYBEjOuS1SJmpDzSu
Enjoy! Comment! Like! Subscribe!
In the hope of saving the BurntDirections youtube page for its originally intended purpose, I have created a new YouTube subchannel, titled "Burnt Remodel"
All videos have been moved to this channel and links have been updated. Enjoy!
So, as far as the house remodel goes, I've tried to post a few videos on Youtube. Here is a walkthrough of the property just to show where things are current as of this post:
"New" house beginning walkthrough
40 yard dumpster is here, All carpet removed, pulled baseboards, doors and trim
Bathroom demolished! Half the kitchen gone. Great room load bearing wall is naked
Also, created a playlist for All Videos in Order of Posting. You can find it with this link:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUPnUX9GcOXCBZ3cpYBEjOuS1SJmpDzSu
Enjoy! Comment! Like! Subscribe!
Monday, August 17, 2015
An ever changing world...
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Good News!... or Bad News? Header Pipe repaired under warrenty
I wanted to do a quick update to let it be known that KTM had no issue covering the busted header repair under warranty. A blessing that I won't be out extra money, and a slight disappointment that I lost my excuse for an exhaust upgrade. I did get to take an awesome ride last Sunday, a zig-zag path through the Ozark National forest, also along Elk river and as far east as Clinton Ar. Ride safe everyone!
Sunday, May 18, 2014
My Bike DIED!!!
Long time, no updates. I suck. Maybe consistency will form over time? Maybe not? Let's hope for the former.
6000 miles. A milestone. A full service interval.
I decided to take my bike to the dealer for the first full service. Against my nature, I would prefer all maintenance performed on my own, but call this a gift to my bike. A birthday present so to speak.
Three hours and almost a dead phone from wasting time playing games, I get some news. Bad news.
I've got a crack in the stock header pipe! After close inspection, It's busted bad. The dealer pulled me aside to warn me that KTM is bad about not wanting to warranty, well, anything, but today is Saturday, and we will have to wait until Tuesday before they can contact them to see if it will be covered. I was sad. I was very sad.
Dealer tells me that the stock header is just shy of $700!!!! For less than that I'd be happier with a full FMF exhaust, PowerBomb header and a Q4 exhaust.
It's been a long weekend waiting to hear back from KTM. Obviously I'm against spending the money, but the gains from upgrading the exhaust gives that warm and fuzzy feeling inside. I suppose the best course of action is to let the warranty verdict make that decision for me.
So we wait... and so we worry...
6000 miles. A milestone. A full service interval.
I decided to take my bike to the dealer for the first full service. Against my nature, I would prefer all maintenance performed on my own, but call this a gift to my bike. A birthday present so to speak.
Three hours and almost a dead phone from wasting time playing games, I get some news. Bad news.
I've got a crack in the stock header pipe! After close inspection, It's busted bad. The dealer pulled me aside to warn me that KTM is bad about not wanting to warranty, well, anything, but today is Saturday, and we will have to wait until Tuesday before they can contact them to see if it will be covered. I was sad. I was very sad.
Dealer tells me that the stock header is just shy of $700!!!! For less than that I'd be happier with a full FMF exhaust, PowerBomb header and a Q4 exhaust.
It's been a long weekend waiting to hear back from KTM. Obviously I'm against spending the money, but the gains from upgrading the exhaust gives that warm and fuzzy feeling inside. I suppose the best course of action is to let the warranty verdict make that decision for me.
So we wait... and so we worry...
Monday, November 11, 2013
Pictures! K60 tires, Seat Concepts seat cover, heated grips
Parts/Upgrages:
Seat Concepts KTM 690 SMC, Enduro R (2008-2011) Will work on 2012-2014 as a Low option
SKU KTM001SC
http://www.seatconcepts.com/products#!/~/product/category=1671352&id=7072115
Yes, I proudly park my bike in the living room. I'm single. I can do that. Also, the tile is very easy to clean, and it is easy to keep a clean work space.
I was blessed to find on ebay a listing for the Seat Concepts seat cover, brand new, never installed, and exactaly as I wanted, the gripper fabric on top, carbon fiber style sides, and orange stitching. I trip to a Cow Polk's Leather Shop in Van Buren Arkansas, and Roger had by fixed up and happy. I would recomend anyone nearby give this guy a call. He does custom leather seats, foam and more.
Seat Concepts KTM 690 SMC, Enduro R (2008-2011) Will work on 2012-2014 as a Low option
SKU KTM001SC
http://www.seatconcepts.com/products#!/~/product/category=1671352&id=7072115
Yes, I proudly park my bike in the living room. I'm single. I can do that. Also, the tile is very easy to clean, and it is easy to keep a clean work space.
I was blessed to find on ebay a listing for the Seat Concepts seat cover, brand new, never installed, and exactaly as I wanted, the gripper fabric on top, carbon fiber style sides, and orange stitching. I trip to a Cow Polk's Leather Shop in Van Buren Arkansas, and Roger had by fixed up and happy. I would recomend anyone nearby give this guy a call. He does custom leather seats, foam and more.
Monday, November 4, 2013
A much needed update...
It has been much too long since I have spilled my thoughts, concerns and fears onto this page. But, with delayed enthusiasm, I have finally chosen and acquired my trusty steed!
2013 KTM 690 Enduro R
Much debate inside my own head, and hours spent reading tech specs, and forum sites, building pro/con lists in my head brought me to this decision. I am satisfied with my choice. I believe I have the perfect long distance adventure bike for me, but do I have the stones and fortitude to be a long distance adventure rider? Only one way to settle that debate.
This is my first ever brand new road vehicle, and that brings with it an inherent anxiety. I have parked this horse in the living room of my apartment, and nights when I fall asleep on my couch, I wake looking at her across the room. Perhaps she is more anxious that I? She needs a name, but names must be earned. She is still a baby, still needing to see those first break-in miles, and go through those first oil changes.
I am fretting over decisions for my next adventure. If I talk about it here, then it becomes real. I need reality. This must give me the kick in the pants to complete all the prep work and planning now, and have time to relax. November 20th I will throw my leg over a newborn motorcycle and take off on a 3000+ mile round trip journey to spend Thanksgiving with sorely missed family in upstate New York.
-What am I searching for?
I truly don't know, but I will know when I find it
-Will I reach my destination?
Geez, I hope so.
-Have I lost my sanity?
Maybe
-Do I care?
Not really, no.
I just need this, I really need a journey. I need to find "it", and I don't know what "it" is. I don't think I will this trip, but this is just practice run, for a much longer trip. I do want to make my goal, but my only real goal is to try. It will be cold. Terribly cold. I need to decide on riding gear, luggage, and necessary all necessary modifications. I still need insurance and tags. I haven't rode any discernible length in oh, 8-10 months, and granted I was no "expert" even then. I have absolutely no experience on a dual-sport, however this trip will be limited mostly to pavement. I still don't have my route, daily mileage budget, and I really don't have the monetary budget for any of this. All those things bother me. They worry me. They consume me, and I love it! I welcome the fretting and the fear. When give in, and it take control of my mind, I forget other things. The private personal things. The things I can't control. The thinks I don't want to share. Perhaps that explains my procrastination. The deadline is approaching, and I have things to order still, and personal affairs to get in order ASAP. Updates soon.
2013 KTM 690 Enduro R
Much debate inside my own head, and hours spent reading tech specs, and forum sites, building pro/con lists in my head brought me to this decision. I am satisfied with my choice. I believe I have the perfect long distance adventure bike for me, but do I have the stones and fortitude to be a long distance adventure rider? Only one way to settle that debate.
This is my first ever brand new road vehicle, and that brings with it an inherent anxiety. I have parked this horse in the living room of my apartment, and nights when I fall asleep on my couch, I wake looking at her across the room. Perhaps she is more anxious that I? She needs a name, but names must be earned. She is still a baby, still needing to see those first break-in miles, and go through those first oil changes.
I am fretting over decisions for my next adventure. If I talk about it here, then it becomes real. I need reality. This must give me the kick in the pants to complete all the prep work and planning now, and have time to relax. November 20th I will throw my leg over a newborn motorcycle and take off on a 3000+ mile round trip journey to spend Thanksgiving with sorely missed family in upstate New York.
-What am I searching for?
I truly don't know, but I will know when I find it
-Will I reach my destination?
Geez, I hope so.
-Have I lost my sanity?
Maybe
-Do I care?
Not really, no.
I just need this, I really need a journey. I need to find "it", and I don't know what "it" is. I don't think I will this trip, but this is just practice run, for a much longer trip. I do want to make my goal, but my only real goal is to try. It will be cold. Terribly cold. I need to decide on riding gear, luggage, and necessary all necessary modifications. I still need insurance and tags. I haven't rode any discernible length in oh, 8-10 months, and granted I was no "expert" even then. I have absolutely no experience on a dual-sport, however this trip will be limited mostly to pavement. I still don't have my route, daily mileage budget, and I really don't have the monetary budget for any of this. All those things bother me. They worry me. They consume me, and I love it! I welcome the fretting and the fear. When give in, and it take control of my mind, I forget other things. The private personal things. The things I can't control. The thinks I don't want to share. Perhaps that explains my procrastination. The deadline is approaching, and I have things to order still, and personal affairs to get in order ASAP. Updates soon.
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