Author Topic: New to the forum - loving my ST1300 (Read 8068 times)

PommieRider · « **on:** July 07, 2014, 09:22:59 PM »

Hi there

I'm relatively new to the ST1300 world having owned mine second hand since October. I've had a couple of decent rides including one down to Bright with a few friends. What can I say, it's a fantastic ride. I love my bike!

I was thinking about making a few mods - the first I did was to get a custom seat made by Mick (MJM) - good value that. I'd like to get a 12V socket set up and also a mount for an iphone. If you guys have any suggestions on both these points I would be glad to hear them. Also trying to figure out the best tyre pressure - can't find anything in the book...

I had some luck getting smudges and scratches out of my screen using the NOVUS plastic polish.

I'm keen to meet other riders and discover more of Australia by bike. Feel free to reach out

)

I heard about this forum randomly parking next to a chap called Paul in Canberra (apparently chums with Diesel) who handed me one of the cards. Small world I guess.

Glad you are here.

Abe · « **Reply #1 on:** July 07, 2014, 09:29:23 PM »

Welcome Pommierider,
MJM seat

Tyre pressure 42psi front and back
RAM mounts for your iphone, see preferred suppliers on home page (discount)
12v in one of the glove boxes/ pie warmers

That's itin a nut shell, but more members will comment.
Happy reading

johnnyYTED · « **Reply #2 on:** July 07, 2014, 09:32:18 PM »

Welcome to OzSTOC Pommie. you come to the moST infomative place for ST's whether they 1100 or 1300's.

tyre pressures are important and I believe moST run 42 in both.
there's answer for everything here or juST ask and someone will come along with an answer or link.. there's plenty of RTE's

for you to meet up with other OzSTOCers.

Biggles · « **Reply #3 on:** July 07, 2014, 09:38:56 PM »

Welcome!
You'll find the answer to almost any ST question by using the Search button at the top of the page.
Thanks for the tip about Novus polish. I'll have to try it on my scratched visor.

saaz · « **Reply #4 on:** July 07, 2014, 09:39:45 PM »

Lucky I gave Paul (Growly) some extra cards then. Welcome!

StinkyPete · « **Reply #5 on:** July 07, 2014, 09:42:39 PM »

Hi PommieRider and Welcome to OzSTOC. On the Forum for under ten minutes, and already some of your questions have been answered.

Abe has nailed the pressures..... consistent and correct pressures will extend your tyre life.
Mr Sheen will keep your screen, fairings and chrome looking nice.

Brock · « **Reply #6 on:** July 07, 2014, 09:53:55 PM »

Do not Mr Sheen or amourall your seat, it makes it some what slippery.

Wild Rose · « **Reply #7 on:** July 07, 2014, 10:09:59 PM »

Welcome PommieRider to OzSTOC

Enjoy your ST1300

Enjoy the Forum

tj189 · « **Reply #8 on:** July 07, 2014, 10:14:00 PM »

Welcome Pommierider, enjoy your time here on the forum

ST2UP · « **Reply #9 on:** July 07, 2014, 10:16:38 PM »

Welcome along to the forum Mr PommieRider.......enjoy your new stead, hope to see you out and about at an OzSTOC event.

Sicman · « **Reply #10 on:** July 07, 2014, 10:23:04 PM »

Welcome On In PommieRider

Re tyre pressures you may want to try a higher rear pressure - Say 44 to 48 PSI if you are loaded up, carrying a pillion or towing a trailer or all 3 - To give you better rear tyre wear

PommieRider · « **Reply #11 on:** July 07, 2014, 10:52:44 PM »

Thank you all for the quick replies and tips. I will have a look at RAM mounts. I was thinking of sourcing a Haynes manual and doing the electrical extension myself. I'm a newb to that also so may reach out for help.

Look forward to meeting some of you on the next ride out. Please let me know which forum to link to so I get notified.

Cheers

Matt

Brock · « **Reply #12 on:** July 08, 2014, 08:52:25 AM »

There is an online manual in the 1300 section, feel free to download it.

Sicman · « **Reply #13 on:** July 08, 2014, 09:04:04 AM »

Quote from: PommieRider on July 07, 2014, 10:52:44 PM

Thank you all for the quick replies and tips. I will have a look at RAM mounts. I was thinking of sourcing a Haynes manual and doing the electrical extension myself. I'm a newb to that also so may reach out for help.

Look forward to meeting some of you on the next ride out. Please let me know which forum to link to so I get notified.

Cheers

Matt

Matt - Depending on where you live you need to go to the RTE's ( Ride To Eat) link for your State or nearby State and then click on the ride that will suit you.
http://ozstoc.com/index.php?board=23.0
Try this one

Shiney · « **Reply #14 on:** July 08, 2014, 09:08:00 PM »

G'day Pommierider, welcome to the forum

As for the 12V socket set up have a look at the following link:

Power outlet install on ST1300

And have a look at this link for the manual:

ST1300 Manual

PommieRider · « **Reply #15 on:** July 09, 2014, 08:13:06 PM »

Thanks for the extra tips. I had a look at RAM mounts and am unclear on which mount is appropriate for the St1300 - they seem to have a different mount recommended for the ST1300 V the PanEurpean which i thought was the same bike. Then migsel do a different type of mount, higher up that attaches to the fairing but crazy prices

http://www.migsel.com/store/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=49

Anyone done this before? I mean, actually installed one? Care to share a photo?

Matt

gaz · « **Reply #16 on:** July 09, 2014, 09:24:40 PM »

G'day Pommierider, welcome

Shiney · « **Reply #17 on:** July 09, 2014, 10:05:42 PM »

Quote from: PommieRider on July 09, 2014, 08:13:06 PM

Thanks for the extra tips. I had a look at RAM mounts and am unclear on which mount is appropriate for the St1300 - they seem to have a different mount recommended for the ST1300 V the PanEurpean which i thought was the same bike. Then migsel do a different type of mount, higher up that attaches to the fairing but crazy prices

http://www.migsel.com/store/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=49

Anyone done this before? I mean, actually installed one? Care to share a photo?

Matt

This is what I use:

X-Grip http://www.ja-gps.com.au/RAM/ram-hol-un10bu/
Clamp http://www.ja-gps.com.au/RAM/ram-b-201/
Motorbike Reservoir cover http://www.ja-gps.com.au/RAM/ram-b-346u/

Gadget · « **Reply #18 on:** July 09, 2014, 10:42:48 PM »

And remember if you do order from Johnny Appleseed.

Quote from Diesel

Quote

Diesel on 07 November 2013, 11:05:22
HOW TO ORDER FROM JOHNNY APPLESEED & GET THE OZSTOC 10% DISCOUNT.....

I just ordered a part and had the following conversation with a sales rep there, showing how to apply and receive the 10% Special OzSTOC discount that Streak has arranged....

Transcript of conversation:

Fiona 12:50:39 AM
Hi Diesel, How can I help?

Diesel (Dave) 12:50:48 AM
Hi Fiona,
I'd like to buy this item... http://www.ja-gps.com.au/RAM/rap-224-1/ and you guys offer our OzSTOC Club Members a 10% discount... how do I get the new price pls?

Fiona 12:52:04 AM
No worries. Our website doesn't charge your credit card automatically, so as long as you write "Please apply 10% Honda Club Discount" in the "Special Instructions" field during checkout, we'll adjust the price before we process your order.

Diesel (Dave) 12:52:39 AM
Awesome. Thanks very much. :-)

Fiona 12:52:57 AM
Not a problem at all! Thanks for the order! If you have any other questions, just let us know. Have a great day!

Diesel (Dave) 12:53:13 AM
Cheers. Bye

PommieRider · « **Reply #19 on:** July 10, 2014, 08:52:54 AM »

That's great thank you. Why don't the adverts just put photos up like that. Would make it so much easier!

Diesel · « **Reply #20 on:** July 10, 2014, 09:52:59 AM »

G'day PommieRider - glad you're aboard. Enjoy your time here, as you can see - so many Members are only too willing to help others.

Repay us by going on nice rides and OzSTOC RTEs and posting up great pics of your travels!

We all love reading Ride Reports here.

Cheers, Diesel

Poppy Dave · « **Reply #21 on:** July 10, 2014, 03:33:51 PM »

Welcome to the zoo PommieRider.

I have the same set-up as Shiney but mines on the other side as I have my GPS on the left. They sell mounts for GPS's too.

Poppy Dave

alans1100 · « **Reply #22 on:** July 10, 2014, 04:40:11 PM »

Hi PommieRider, another welcome from SA

Barry and Marissa · « **Reply #23 on:** July 10, 2014, 05:15:35 PM »

Welcome aboard Pommierider. Glad your enjoying the ST experience

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Author Topic: New to the forum - loving my ST1300 (Read 8068 times)