I Love Wallybean

Discussion in 'General (Main)' started by WoodsChick, Nov 18, 2013.

  1. WoodsChick Administrator

    Location:
    Oakland, CA Miramonte, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    3 Terras, 2 `07 SM610s, `09 WB165,
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM, GasGas, Suzuki, Honda
    Yeah, I could've put this in Ride Reports since it's sort of a report. But not really.

    And I could've put it in 2-strokes, I guess, since the heart of the matter is a 2-stroke. But that's like preaching to the choir.

    Hell, I could have even posted it up on CraigsList's W4M since it's really a bit of a love note ;)

    In the end I decided to put it here in General because I want everyone to know that Walt is a national treasure here in HusqvarnaLand and the man flat out knows what he's doing. And he's a super nice guy! :thumbsup:

    Eric and I took the WR's up to Stonyford and I had the best time riding my WB165!
    Best dirtbike ever! He sent me a shiny new FMF pipe some time back (I'm embarrassed to say how long ago...) and this was my first real ride on it. It ran better than it ever has and was an absolute joy to ride! I can't say enough about that bike. Or Walt. Seriously.

    Anyway, I'm proud to own and ride Huskys, I'm proud to fly the Husky colors when I ride them, I'm proud of the community we have here at CafeHusky, and I'm proud to know Walt and call him a friend :thumbsup:


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    And last but certainly not least...:love:

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    Thanks, Walt! :thumbsup:




    WoodsChick
  2. Kevin_TE250 Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Boise Idaho
    Can others jump in on this love letter ? :)
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  3. WoodsChick Administrator

    Location:
    Oakland, CA Miramonte, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    3 Terras, 2 `07 SM610s, `09 WB165,
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM, GasGas, Suzuki, Honda
    Of course! A complete and total Love-Fest :awww:
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  4. Xcuvator Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Scholls Oregon
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TE450,610 WB165,WR250 WR360 & XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    yes
    Ok too cool you guys. and nice to see you and Eric got the WBs out.
    But you know what would be cool in this tribute to Walt would be a photo I remember of the first NW gathering when many of us first met. Think hugging and laughing...
    Too much fun!
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  5. ghte Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Bright, Victoria Australia
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2 x 310's, 2016 Beta 480, SWM RS650
    Other Motorcycles:
    2016 Multi ,Griso1100, Monster695
    Can I have some of whatever potion/pills you are on Woodsie. I would love to love everyone right now me thinks
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  6. WoodsChick Administrator

    Location:
    Oakland, CA Miramonte, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    3 Terras, 2 `07 SM610s, `09 WB165,
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM, GasGas, Suzuki, Honda

    You mean this one? :)
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    Yes, that was HUGE fun! So cool to meet everyone! I was really bummed to miss it this year :(
  7. WoodsChick Administrator

    Location:
    Oakland, CA Miramonte, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    3 Terras, 2 `07 SM610s, `09 WB165,
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM, GasGas, Suzuki, Honda
    :lol:

    All natural, baby! :thumbsup:

    Well, no, I take that back...I guess I'm still high on the 165cc's of 2-stroke love I ingested yesterday :love:
  8. Kevin_TE250 Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Boise Idaho
    I think there might be one of me hugging on him too that year... Strictly platonic of course :)
  9. WoodsChick Administrator

    Location:
    Oakland, CA Miramonte, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    3 Terras, 2 `07 SM610s, `09 WB165,
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM, GasGas, Suzuki, Honda
    Platonic? I don't know, man...you look a little more enthusiastic than I do...
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    Was this before or after the strawberry daiquiris? :D
  10. Kevin_TE250 Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Boise Idaho
    ashamed to say BEFORE the strawberry daiquiris....it was a good day :)
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  11. Xcuvator Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Scholls Oregon
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TE450,610 WB165,WR250 WR360 & XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    yes
    Yup, I remember them and from my recollection there are more. ??
    WC?
    Very fun times!
    Strawberry Whats?
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  12. Kevin_TE250 Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Boise Idaho
    Actually they were strawberry margaritas.... Not that that's gonna add any points to the man card...
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  13. johnnyboy Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    UK
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    WR 125
    Other Motorcycles:
    TM 250f
    I HATE Wallybean !:lol:
    The man has ruined my life with his poxy WB165.
    Every other bike I ride no matter how good it is I cannot wait to get back on the 165
    I get people lauging at me for turning up on a 125 and saying that little thing is not going to drag my fat ass around and have I gone senile in my old age!!!
    Every Time I contemplate giving up on my racing days the little 165 brings back that huge ear to ear grin as the tiddler just knuckles down and gets on with the job in hand, Managed a 6th in class this sunday in the hardest ride I have ever competed in and have a job to walk today but still have this stupid grin on my face because of that little 165
    Walt you are a STAR Thank you :thumbsup: DSC_2163_zpsd9582c6f.jpg
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  14. Xcuvator Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Scholls Oregon
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TE450,610 WB165,WR250 WR360 & XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    yes
    I know the feeling JB and feel your pain...
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  15. WoodsChick Administrator

    Location:
    Oakland, CA Miramonte, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    3 Terras, 2 `07 SM610s, `09 WB165,
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM, GasGas, Suzuki, Honda
    Hah! Then there's no excuse for all that man love goin' on! :lol:

    Hahaha! True! Well, I don't know...if you just say "We had margaritas" it doesn't sound as bad as "We had daiquiris" , now, does it? Just leave off the strawberry part and you're good. Oh, and stay away from me and my camera :D
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  16. WoodsChick Administrator

    Location:
    Oakland, CA Miramonte, CA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    3 Terras, 2 `07 SM610s, `09 WB165,
    Other Motorcycles:
    KTM, GasGas, Suzuki, Honda
    Yeah, I gotta find the link to my ride report. I think it's buried in the PNW ride thread somewhere.
    Super fun time! I remember meeting you for the first time! I was like, "I like this dude! We should ride sometime!" hint, hint...
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  17. rockdancer Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Sunshine Coast, Australia
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2013 WR125, 2019 FE350
    Yep walts a top bloke and goes over and above to help people
    Big man hug for Walt
    Love my 165
  18. Xcuvator Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Scholls Oregon
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TE450,610 WB165,WR250 WR360 & XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    yes
    It was fun to meet everyone that showed up and except for the wrecks a great time!
    I'm hoping to make it down South to the desert in the spring. hint hint
  19. Xcuvator Husqvarna
    Pro Class

    Location:
    Scholls Oregon
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TE450,610 WB165,WR250 WR360 & XC430
    Other Motorcycles:
    yes
    Sound pretty yummy though.:D
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  20. Motosportz CH Sponsor

    Location:
    Vancouver WA
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2021 TE250i, 570 Berg, 500 KTM, 790R
    Other Motorcycles:
    many
    Ditto. As you all know I am in love with my 165 for a long time now. I think I got one of the first ones outside of walt and his local friends and have never looked back. My 165 is so good many guys here have them now as well after sampling mine. For me it is simply the best motor / bike for woods riding I have ever found regardless of manufacturer, size or year. thanks Walt.