Four-Stroke singles national owners club (fssnoc)

  FSSNOC THUMPER GARAGE
updated weekly each Thumper Thursday ... 07-20-17
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Want to make a comment, show us your Four-Stroke Single, ask a question, whatever ... you are invited to email us at: FSSNOCthumpers@yahoo.com or call us at 620-663-1869 (leave a message if we are riding!) or write to:
FSSNOC P.O. Box 1809, Hutchinson, Ks. 67504-1809 ... Thanks for stopping by! - Jack, FSSNOC #000-Director

PHOTO ABOVE:   Steve's Royal Enfield, cooling off after a hot day's ride.
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Jack,
Knowing how you like numbers, I'll throw out a few:
3311 miles in 12 days.
41.2 gallons of gas used for 83MPG.
     Average speed--slow (50MPH).
I didn't see any other Enfields, but a great many people came over to talk to me about mine and some even took pictures (of the bike, not me).
Only saw one other Thumper, a 250cc Yamaha a guy was riding around the country on, but rarely on roads. I'd ride at sunrise and stop in the early afternoon and relax and read (read three books). The purpose of this trip was to go to Ketchum, Idaho, to see where Hemingway lived and died.
All the other mountain riding was just an extra. Ran into a few traffic jams, a grizzly bear, a moose, some bison, marmots, elk, deer and antelopes.
Only had to go through about 15 miles of road construction. Only got sprinkled on (approximately 14 drops) on the first and last day of the trip, otherwise pretty nice weather. Freeze in the morning, and sweat all afternoon. Found some great new roads and went back through some I'd been on and liked before.
     A great ride on a great motorcycle.
Steve #5266, (NE.)

   Howdy, Steve! Hey, I recognize that Motel, but can't place it. Any clues? I think I've stayed there. I recognize the plastic chair outside the door... The RE looks great. How many miles on it by now? And, you did get some awesome gas mileage, too! Thanks for the overview of your trip, Steve! Keep Thumpin'... #000
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Just read your 7/13 post, Jack.
My reference was to the article---and the quote re "Keep it simple, keep it single!" that the author credited to FSSNOC.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ltosJkoY2g

Joe Gilmore #661
PS Nice GB! (in last weeks Masthead photo) And "Thanks!" for reminding members that I have 2 SRX-6's for sale.

http://autoweek.com/article/rally/video-travis-pastrana-conquers-mount-washington-record-hill-climb?utm_source=DailyDrive20170713&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_term=image-center&utm_content=body&utm_campaign=awdailydrive

So why is Joe's link relative? Because if you ever rode up Mt. Washington, your experience will forever be in your memory banks. Perhaps this car ride with Travis P. will give you some idea of what going up that huge mound of real estate has in store for those who set forth to go to the top... enjoy the ride! - #000
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   Hello FSSNOC ... Had to let you know that I am probably one of the only guys to buy TWO of these jewels! Both were very lightly used, in the late 80s/early 90s. If I had only known! George Penick, Tallahassee FL and NC now for summers. They were different yrs, but 100% identical I believe. Only found one pic, but saw a boatload of other singles I've owned!
PS: Been ridin my 09 Suz TU250 for a few yrs, but feel the draw to another Dual Sport- the last one was an old XT225 and I think I'd like to have the newer version. They are pricy around Asheville NC.....like $3200- I've seen some nice Sportsters for that or less! I know, 500lb +, but the look and sound is priceless.
Let me know of you run into someone looking for a really nice TU250- only 1700 miles! especially in a trade for an Enduro as we used to call the DT Yamahas! I am near ASHEVILLE NC thru OCT. I have ALL the extras for the TU- seat/windshield/rack/cover/chrome fender.

Hey George ... Your FSSNOC membership has slipped into the "inactive" file. Send us some bucks, okay ... and include a phone number so if someone wants to purchase that TU250, they can call you... thanks! - #000
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Isn't this beautiful?
https://ultimatemotorcycling.com/2017/07/15/2018-indian-scout-bobber-unveiled-8-fast-facts/
....Kansas Karla

   Yeah ... Indian is on a roll these days, at least in the media! Bobbers are really hot right now as well... - #000.
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Hey, Jack
Ya made good use of the pics. (Tom is in reference to the awesome Honda GB500 in last weeks masthead photo. - #000)
It’s for sale if anybody is interested.
Serious talk starts around $6K-ish.
  -Tom, #1076 (ME.) streztom@roadrunner.com
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Hi Jack, I plan on attending all three ThumperCafes in August, looking forward to seeing you then.
Joe Gojmerac #3780 (MN.)

Great to hear from you, Joe! See you sooooon... - #000.
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Hi Jack (0000),
How are you doing?
I just returned from a road trip to Ohio and found your notice to continue my subscription. The check is in the mail.
Currently I'm getting my KLR 650 ready for next month's 3-day ThumperCafe ride.
Alan Smith (5286) Ca

Doing great, Alan ... for an old guy! Ride my Thumpers every day, sleep like a baby every night! Repeat!
Looking forward to a visit with you and all the other FSSNOC guys and gals that show up for our events in the heartland in August. The list is getting pretty impressive, might be one of our larger gatherings in recent times! Cool!! - #000
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   See you all next week. This weeks traffic indicator said we broke our own record for number of visits to our website this last week! Thank You so much! Should you be on FACEBOOK, be sure to visit our post there and "like" and "share" so that we can continue our growth here at the THUMPER GARAGE. And, of course, what we REALLY need is member growth within our ranks of the club, so invite, invite, invite...
   Before kickstands up, visit the History Page, the Event Page, the FSSNOC Club Store ... and if you would like to join our club, be sure to visit our Membership Application Page as well. Thump On! - Jack, #000/Director of FSSNOC

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   Post below are from 07-13-17:

     Hi, Jack! Here is the pic you requested. Let me know if you need more or different.
      -Tom, FSSNOC #1076 (ME.) :-)

   Hi to you, Tom! Wow ... your Honda GB500 (above) is a knock-out!! Wow, Wow, Wow! Thanks much, Tom! - #000
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"And now for something you'll really like!
Here you go, Jack...
Bonus points if you can identify the quote in the subject line... ("And now for something you'll really like!")
http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/smart-money-tips-buying-used-street-single-motorcycle?cmpid=enews071117&spMailingID=29725024&spUserID=NjMwODY3MzEzNjQS1&spJobID=1081372068&spReportId=MTA4MTM3MjA2OAS2
From Joe Gilmore, FSSNOC #661 (MD.)

   Summer greetings, Joe! Good stuff in your timely link by Jerry Smith ... Thanks for passing all that along to us, my friend! Hope you guys are having a delightful summer season. I'm looking forward to seeing you both in August at the ThumperCafes on August 22 in Missouri, on August 23 in Arkansas, and on August 24 in Oklahoma (but we really eat in Arkansas).
   As for the bonus points on the subject line, I kinda scents a set-up here... :} Okay, where'd it come from?? - #000
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Jack, (Note: This is in reference to the photo on our website masthead here last week of Alan's rare BMW Single)
     No need to run them, but here's a photo of the front and back 😀 of my XCountry. The (JOIN FSSNOC) license plate surround has been sitting on a shelf in my garage for 9 years while I rode a bunch of twins (and one triple). It is now back in use.
     That's awesome, Alan! Carrie has one on her Honda CBR250R Single and once in awhile I see one or two at a ThumperCafe. Takes me back to the ole days. I had a personalized plate for many years that said " C ME 2 " and the license plate surround says JOIN FSSNOC right under the tag. Seemed like a natural to me but few viewers could figure it out!
I'm slowly gathering info on the model (BMW GS650X Country) from the Internet (of course it's true, I saw it on the internet). When I get enough stuff, I'll put it together and send it to you. I do know that these things retailed for a lot of money. I saw $7,000 new mentioned in one forum. NADA seems to think that the 2007 model (like mine) listed for $8,675. That could be one reason why they are rare.
BTW, my spare key has a fob from BAK BMW in Sioux City, Iowa - perhaps the original dealer for the bike?
Alan G. James, #2950 (IL.)
   Yeahhhhh! It does have a round headlight! Thanks, Alan! Interesting stuff! 2007-2008 was just prior to the financial issues of 2008-2009 ... could have been a product of those years. Financial things were sketchy, at best, for most companies and people, too. Times were supposed to be good but when it come time to pay the bills, not enough money to go around.
As I recall, Suzuki seen it coming, or at least it looked that way to me, they cut their production by 50% for the 2008 models (that decision would have had to be made prior to 2008, right?) and then cut that figure by 50% again in 2009! That's serious stuff!
Most other motorcycle companies didn't seem to react at all and got stuck with big losses and lots of unsold '08 and '09 inventory. I remember trying to buy a 2008 Yamaha WR250R in 2012 or so, still new and still at full price, so obviously, I didn't make that purchase, point being that it took many years to "get rid" of all that left over inventory and that makes it tough on the factory and the local dealer!

   Do keep us in your loop, Alan. I like what you are doing and look forward to your synopsis on the BMW GS650X Country.
   .... Keep On Thumpin (Ride that baby down to the ThumperCafes in August?) - #000
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   For those members who are on FACEBOOK ... please search for and visit our FACEBOOK site.
Search for: FOUR-STROKE SINGLES NATIONAL OWNERS CLUB To help us grow, please "like" and "share" after you have visited and read our FACEBOOK post. This is an attempt to grow the awareness of the general public and population that we (FSSNOC) exist and that we (FSSNOC) are open for membership growth.
     FACEBOOK works off of numbers so please take a moment and provide the interaction that makes the whole thing fly ... and that only happens if we "like" and "share" ... Lookers and Lurkers don't help our cause.
   It is a little bit like oil for your Thumper's drive chain. The oil container can set on your shelf day in and day out, you can even get it down and set it on the floor beside your rear wheel. Trust me here, nothing happens until someone applies the oil ON the chain...
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Be sure to check our other pages before you ride off into the sunset...
the History Page, the Event Page, the Club Store, and if you are not currently a FSSNOC member, please go to the Membership Application Page and join our group!
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  That's it ... let's go THUMPIN'!
See you next week. Invite someone to join our club ... Cheers! - Jack, #000/Director


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    (Site Details and Instructions:)
     Hello Thumper Enthusiasts...
     I'm Jack Robinson (FSSNOC #000), your club Director. It is an honor to introduce you to THE THUMPER GARAGE. This mini-venue is in addition to our legendary hard copy THUMPER NEWS quarterly magazine. After enjoying this page, please visit our other pages on this site. Go to the masthead above to make it happen...

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SUMMERTIME means awesome riding for many areas ... time to get some new club gear, eh? Order yourself a bright new yellow and black club cap, a couple cotton t-shirts, and at least one sweatshirt to wear under your riding gear. Remember, every day is FSSNOC gear day. Tell the world about our club ... Thanks!
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YOU'VE JUST VISITED THE THUMPER GARAGE. PLEASE CLICK ON THE "MORE" ON THE MASTHEAD ABOVE ... AND CHECK OUT ALL THE OTHER PAGES OF THIS SITE. PLEASE CONSIDER BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE FOUR-STROKE SINGLES NATIONAL OWNERS CLUB (FSSNOC) TODAY ... Thank You! - Jack, FSSNOC #000/Director