Sorry, haven't had a chance to look here for a few days. Yeah, pretty much what the previous several posts wrote. Back in the day when I was younger and stupider (new word), I would've went out in the snow in a heartbeat, which I did. However, now that I have a wife, kids, mortgage.......... I do give it a second thought. Then there's the fact that I've waited and worked too hard for this bike. One little slip or as someone else wrote; a lot of salt and cleaning. Believe me, I love to ride and do so when I can. Average around 7,000 miles a year. Wish it were warm a sunny 365 days a year, but not happening here.
If the weather forcaster's right (and he's usually not), I might get a ride in Friday. Rain & upper 30s Thursday then partly sunny (weather forcasters way of saying they don't know if it'll be sunny or not) and in the 50s Friday. High 50s Saturday but rainy. We'll see. Hopefully, the rain Thursday will wash the salt off the roads but won't freeze. Back to normal January temps on Sunday.
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I see all these pictures... and I want to get my motorcycle out! However, I think my GSX-R 600 is too slow now. I am going to visit the local Aprilia dealer soon to see if I can get some deals on previous model year bikes, and maybe snag myself up an RSV-4! If I do, I will totally post a picture of the sexy beast of a V4 motorcycle!
Just got it about a week ago to replace my 06 Wide Glide, (that was totaled). Even though newer and definitely quicker, the FXDWG fits me better. I miss her. Almost feels like I'm cheating.
All you Harley riders, why? I've ridden every style of bike, from every continent, and the only type of bike I couldn't get used to was the Harley. It was slow, heavy, bumpy, and shook pieces off as I was riding. The controls were hard to operate, and the brakes were truly sub-par (almost as bad as my old Norton's).
The only redeeming feature in my opinion was the comfort of the seating position.
I haven't owned a bike in a few years (had to sell due to youngest son being a surprise), but this was my last bike. I still miss it.. I rode 2450 miles over a 4 day weekend once, and still liked it.
All you Harley riders, why? I've ridden every style of bike, from every continent, and the only type of bike I couldn't get used to was the Harley. It was slow, heavy, bumpy, and shook pieces off as I was riding. The controls were hard to operate, and the brakes were truly sub-par (almost as bad as my old Norton's).
The only redeeming feature in my opinion was the comfort of the seating position.
I haven't owned a bike in a few years (had to sell due to youngest son being a surprise), but this was my last bike. I still miss it.. I rode 2450 miles over a 4 day weekend once, and still liked it.
My 82 KZ1000 LTD. I didn't want to lay out a bunch of cash, in case I ended up not riding much. I found this one on Craigslist, for a decent price. Haven't ridden it a whole lot, but enjoy it when I do...
All you Harley riders, why? I've ridden every style of bike, from every continent, and the only type of bike I couldn't get used to was the Harley. It was slow, heavy, bumpy, and shook pieces off as I was riding. The controls were hard to operate, and the brakes were truly sub-par (almost as bad as my old Norton's).
The only redeeming feature in my opinion was the comfort of the seating position.
I haven't owned a bike in a few years (had to sell due to youngest son being a surprise), but this was my last bike. I still miss it.. I rode 2450 miles over a 4 day weekend once, and still liked it.
Not sure what Harley you were riding, but perhaps one of the 50's or even the AMF years. But as far as your comments It was slow, heavy, bumpy, and shook pieces off as I was riding. The controls were hard to operate, and the brakes were truly sub-par, I haven't a clue as to what you are talking about. (1) Plenty of get up and go. Will the FXSTC that I have now or the FXDWG that I had pull the front wheel of the ground on a roll, probably not. But the 2003 Sportster that I had did. However, after spending $15,000 plus, I'm not really looking for any wheels to come off of the ground. (2) Heavy, yes. 670lbs dry weight. Not a problem here. (4) Haven't experienced anything really bumpy, unless the city streets are really bad. Of course I drive a Fiero, so my standards may be a little lower than that of most. (5) Nothing shaking or vibrating on may last 2. The 2003 Sportster was a different story. That was also before the rubber mount engine. (6) Controls are easy to operate and reach. (7) And lastly, the brakes stop on a dime. Well maybe quarter. Can lock both wheels up any day of the week, which I really don't want to. (One of my best was to stop it though is to ride in the rain on a 90° curve and lay it down under a Chevy Avalanche - (had an accident last month)).
I've driven a few of the others and don't like or want them. I've wanted a Harley and only a Harley since I was about 8-10 years old. 49 now and had a few. Couldn't be more happier.
I picked up this toy a month or so ago and haven't posted any pics. It is a 1999 Ural Patrol. When I got it it had 17 km on the odometer; as of now it as 183km on it. Gotta love thee wheel mechanical brakes and point and aim steering when in 2WD.
Anyone else here ever owned a vehicle made in the Soviet Union?
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I picked up this toy a month or so ago and haven't posted any pics. It is a 1999 Ural Patrol. When I got it it had 17 km on the odometer; as of now it as 183km on it. Gotta love thee wheel mechanical brakes and point and aim steering when in 2WD.
Anyone else here ever owned a vehicle made in the Soviet Union?
Very cool! I love unusual, unique machines. The Urals have an interesting history.
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2009 Hyosung gv650 79hp Vtwin water cooled. 500lbs Mikuni Fuel Injected blah blah blah.. I have had it for a few years pretty much bone stock, very reliable. So Korean made. Supposed to be a 12.7 1/4 mile bike but I dont ride it that hard. It's pretty quick though.
Honda Goldwing 1200cc Flat 4 Boxer style engine. Shaft Drive Air Ride Suspension Stock 1/4 mile 12 seconds and something. Engine has been upgraded to unknown power level. So I really don't know what it does and I don't know how to ride it well enough to even find out.
Short version of a long story it was my fathers pride and joy, he passed away and I could not bare to let it go. I have never been a bike guy, but went out and got my learners permit. I had to call and ask a friend how to put it in neutral.
------------------ 857GT Part 85GT Part 87GT Part Caddy, 93 Eldorado 4.9, 5spd Dual O2 Custom Chip, Custom Exhaust. MSD Everything Now with Nitrous. Capt Fiero --- My Over View Cadero Pics For Sale $4000, Yellow 88GT 5spd Full Poly Suspension, Lowered 1/2" in front, Corner Carver.
Originally posted by Capt Fiero: Honda Goldwing 1200cc Flat 4 Boxer style engine. Shaft Drive Air Ride Suspension Stock 1/4 mile 12 seconds and something. Engine has been upgraded to unknown power level. So I really don't know what it does and I don't know how to ride it well enough to even find out.
Short version of a long story it was my fathers pride and joy, he passed away and I could not bare to let it go. I have never been a bike guy, but went out and got my learners permit. I had to call and ask a friend how to put it in neutral.
(7) And lastly, the brakes stop on a dime. Well maybe quarter. Can lock both wheels up any day of the week, which I really don't want to. (One of my best was to stop it though is to ride in the rain on a 90° curve and lay it down under a Chevy Avalanche - (had an accident last month)).
Locking up and laying down are the two worst things you can do.
795 is reasonable compared to some of the safety courses I looked into in BC at $1200-1600, I would love to take one of the training courses just because they will let use one of their smaller bikes to take the road test on, vs. trying to do it on this massive Goldwing. However the Goldwing insurance is $1800 per year by itself. It shocked me to, I have a perfect driving record but our government insurance considers large motorcycles to be a high risk for getting someone killed.
As to taking one in Washington that is out of the question at the moment as I have been banned from entering the United States. US Homeland Security thinks I am a high risk to be an illegal immigrant because I own a home and property in Oregon. (inherited it from my father along with the motorcycle)
------------------ 857GT Part 85GT Part 87GT Part Caddy, 93 Eldorado 4.9, 5spd Dual O2 Custom Chip, Custom Exhaust. MSD Everything Now with Nitrous. Capt Fiero --- My Over View Cadero Pics For Sale $4000, Yellow 88GT 5spd Full Poly Suspension, Lowered 1/2" in front, Corner Carver.
795 is reasonable compared to some of the safety courses I looked into in BC at $1200-1600, I would love to take one of the training courses just because they will let use one of their smaller bikes to take the road test on, vs. trying to do it on this massive Goldwing. However the Goldwing insurance is $1800 per year by itself. It shocked me to, I have a perfect driving record but our government insurance considers large motorcycles to be a high risk for getting someone killed.
As to taking one in Washington that is out of the question at the moment as I have been banned from entering the United States. US Homeland Security thinks I am a high risk to be an illegal immigrant because I own a home and property in Oregon. (inherited it from my father along with the motorcycle)
Here in Michigan it's $25, yes twenty five dollars.
Man, all you guys with your shiny, fancy bikes are starting to make me wonder where all the old bikes went! Ha! :P
Picked up a bike from a friend recently for pennies on the dollar, figured I'd give y'all a glimpse
Unfortunately, I just treated the gas and fogged her for the winter. You southerners don't know how well you got it down there, getting to ride year 'round
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