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Posted: 8/29/2015 8:27:57 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The new BMW is fucking awesome. http://www.sportrider.com/sites/sportrider.com/files/styles/medium_1x_/public/2015-bmw-s-1000-xr-red-1.jpg?itok=kC6ndyU8 German FJ-09! |
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Posted: 8/29/2015 8:30:42 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: One bike only, it would have to be a supermoto. I've had one for about 5 years now and I'm still not tired of riding it every chance I get. I've rode it into places that the guys on pure dirtbikes give you that " how did you get here " look. Passed guys on sportbikes doing their best Rossi imitation in the middle of a corner while I'm sitting bolt upright. Thrown it down off road many times with just a new scrape to show for that one. Three to four hundred mile days are about my limit even with my seatconcepts seat. To be honest I don't think any bike would make me want to sit on it any longer than I do my sumo. I'm only 48 now, maybe in a few years I'll trade down for an adventure bike but not yet. http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u197/Pinepig/IMG_20150712_132256_zps7g0wmmbj.jpg Please, don't ever do that. Don't give up your superpowers and slum it down here with the rest of us. |
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Posted: 8/29/2015 8:30:46 AM EDT
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If I could have only 1 bike. My choice would be purely driven by endurance and service life of the bike. Now are we talking Motorbike, or?
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Posted: 8/29/2015 9:02:42 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/29/2015 9:06:42 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: German FJ-09! Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: The new BMW is fucking awesome. http://www.sportrider.com/sites/sportrider.com/files/styles/medium_1x_/public/2015-bmw-s-1000-xr-red-1.jpg?itok=kC6ndyU8 German FJ-09! |
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Posted: 8/29/2015 9:10:53 AM EDT
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Posted: 8/29/2015 9:45:02 AM EDT
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The new BMW is fucking awesome. http://www.sportrider.com/sites/sportrider.com/files/styles/medium_1x_/public/2015-bmw-s-1000-xr-red-1.jpg?itok=kC6ndyU8 Too tall for my short frame. While not as bad as a GS (which I can't even really get on), the XR puts me on my very tiptoes on flat ground. On an uneven surface to my disadvantage (meaning lower where I need to put a foot down, usually the left side), I doubt I could keep it upright at a stop. And if I'm going to have an XR lowered, why not just buy the S1000R to begin with? I'm more interested in the RS, which seems to have a perfect seating position for me. Haven't had a chance to actually ride one, though - dealer I was at didn't have any demos of the RS. |
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Posted: 8/29/2015 9:52:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Too tall for my short frame. While not as bad as a GS (which I can't even really get on), the XR puts me on my very tiptoes on flat ground. On an uneven surface to my disadvantage (meaning lower where I need to put a foot down, usually the left side), I doubt I could keep it upright at a stop. And if I'm going to have an XR lowered, why not just buy the S1000R to begin with? I'm more interested in the RS, which seems to have a perfect seating position for me. Haven't had a chance to actually ride one, though - dealer I was at didn't have any demos of the RS. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: The new BMW is fucking awesome. http://www.sportrider.com/sites/sportrider.com/files/styles/medium_1x_/public/2015-bmw-s-1000-xr-red-1.jpg?itok=kC6ndyU8 Too tall for my short frame. While not as bad as a GS (which I can't even really get on), the XR puts me on my very tiptoes on flat ground. On an uneven surface to my disadvantage (meaning lower where I need to put a foot down, usually the left side), I doubt I could keep it upright at a stop. And if I'm going to have an XR lowered, why not just buy the S1000R to begin with? I'm more interested in the RS, which seems to have a perfect seating position for me. Haven't had a chance to actually ride one, though - dealer I was at didn't have any demos of the RS. BTW, the XR can be had with a low suspension option that puts the seat height lower than the RS  |
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Posted: 8/29/2015 9:59:25 AM EDT
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This bike is a tribute to the Triumph that Steve McQueen rode in The Great Escape, if I could only have one, it would be this...
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Posted: 8/30/2015 12:23:38 AM EDT
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Only one bike? Hard call, but probably the new Yamaha R1m I own 4 2.5 of them run! Quote HistoryQuoted:
Only one bike? Hard call, but probably the new Yamaha R1m Quoted:
Don't most motorcycle owners only have one anyways? I own 4 2.5 of them run! I got an R1M back in May, it's abolsutely worth finding one if you can swing it. Posting pics on this iPad is a pain in the ass, so I'll try and come back later and do it from my laptop. |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 12:37:37 AM EDT
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I'd have my red/grey/black 1994 ZX-9R again.
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Posted: 8/30/2015 12:44:10 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This bike is a tribute to the Triumph that Steve McQueen rode in The Great Escape, if I could only have one, it would be this... http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff207/kevinnagle/4e737dd9a162b1604419f95f1844f166_zpsuup47gzh.jpg  |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 1:43:34 AM EDT
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If I didn't have to pay for it (or if I was a millionaire), I'd own one of the rarest (less than 100 made) and most expensive motorcycles in the world...
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Posted: 8/30/2015 5:31:12 AM EDT
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get both https://motoped.com/survival/ I've been riding for over 40 years. This one is intriguing |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 7:41:09 AM EDT
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if you like motorcycles, having only one bike is like trying to play golf with one club... if you are great, you can probably do it but for the rest of us, its going to suck...
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Posted: 8/30/2015 7:52:12 AM EDT
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I dream to one day restore my dads old shovel head he left to me and get it running again. That is my dream for a bike.
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Posted: 8/30/2015 8:06:26 PM EDT
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KTM 690
70mph on road all day long Great fun off road After riding street for the past 35 years I would rather ride dirt roads now. 
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Posted: 8/31/2015 6:47:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: if you like motorcycles, having only one bike is like trying to play golf with one club... if you are great, you can probably do it but for the rest of us, its going to suck... http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y75/heron163/Front_zps3c620b72.jpg  |
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Posted: 8/31/2015 6:58:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not even close. The XR is a 160HP beast with electronic everything. Tested one out in july, came this><close to buying one. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: The new BMW is fucking awesome. http://www.sportrider.com/sites/sportrider.com/files/styles/medium_1x_/public/2015-bmw-s-1000-xr-red-1.jpg?itok=kC6ndyU8 German FJ-09! I was joking, I know what it's about. |
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Posted: 9/5/2015 9:06:04 PM EDT
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The more I read about them, the sexier one of these Super T's get:
roy d...I likey 
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Posted: 9/5/2015 9:24:44 PM EDT
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That would be my pick if I was diagnosed with cancer and had a week to live... A week would be the longest I could survive on that thing Quote HistoryQuoted:
That would be my pick if I was diagnosed with cancer and had a week to live... A week would be the longest I could survive on that thing This is exactly why I stopped riding! If I hadn't, I would not be writing this right now. |
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Posted: 9/5/2015 9:25:31 PM EDT
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Honda Rune has been my favorite street machine for dirt its a 2015.5 KTM 450 SXF Factory Edition <a href="http://s1126.photobucket.com/user/fast4door07/media/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l602/fast4door07/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg</a> <a href="http://s1126.photobucket.com/user/fast4door07/media/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l602/fast4door07/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg" border="0" alt="rune photo Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg"/></a> Can I have your car? |
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Posted: 9/5/2015 9:43:38 PM EDT
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Can I have your car? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Honda Rune has been my favorite street machine for dirt its a 2015.5 KTM 450 SXF Factory Edition <a href="http://s1126.photobucket.com/user/fast4door07/media/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l602/fast4door07/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg</a> <a href="http://s1126.photobucket.com/user/fast4door07/media/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l602/fast4door07/Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg" border="0" alt="rune photo Hondarune_zpsskrofrcr.jpg"/></a> Can I have your car? No kidding! roy d....or either bike
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Posted: 9/5/2015 9:43:58 PM EDT
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The more I read about them, the sexier one of these Super T's get: http://i1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb389/eemsren/Alaska%202015/2015%20Alaska%20Ride%20Report/1018_zpsr2hbdkkz.jpg roy d...I likey Went for a ride yesterday with a guy on one. He loves it. Ended up averaging the same MPG as me on my 690. About 56 MPG. |
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Posted: 9/5/2015 9:48:10 PM EDT
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Probably one of the "hybrids." It goes well enough on the road, but with semi-knobby tires it could handle city streets and a bit of off-road work as well.
On the other hand, a road bike is necessary for those 50 to 100 mile road rides. |
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Posted: 9/5/2015 10:00:44 PM EDT
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Ducati 800 Scrambler
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Posted: 9/5/2015 10:15:15 PM EDT
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Ducati 800 Scrambler *sigh* Still waiting for mine (since mid/late July now).. |
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Posted: 9/5/2015 10:20:43 PM EDT
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The one I have now, my '89 Superglide - that I bought, sold and was able to buy back several years later... although HH6 would probably be willing be willing to trade it for a Road King.
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Posted: 9/5/2015 10:24:13 PM EDT
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*sigh* Still waiting for mine (since mid/late July now).. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Ducati 800 Scrambler *sigh* Still waiting for mine (since mid/late July now).. Are they hard to come by? I was in the Ducati dealership last month looking at the Panigale and they had a couple of those Scramblers on the floor. |
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Posted: 9/5/2015 11:13:10 PM EDT
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Are they hard to come by? I was in the Ducati dealership last month looking at the Panigale and they had a couple of those Scramblers on the floor. They've had several on the floor here - but all sold, generally long before they even hit the floor. When I ended up ordering mine, they had three Scramblers on the floor. The two Icon models were already sold. The third was a Classic, which was still available for sale at the time. As I didn't really want to pay an extra $1500 for things I didn't really want anyway, I had them order me an Icon. That Classic was then sold within a week. (They also said they already had another two or three Scramblers on order prior to mine.) |
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Posted: 9/6/2015 12:53:28 AM EDT
[#31]
You can't just have one bike.
Latest in my bunch. Picked it up a couple weeks back, Akra and ECU on order. 
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Posted: 9/6/2015 1:01:59 AM EDT
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'86 FZ600.
I don't even care that it's only 2 valves per cylinder (and DOHC). 
They tend to go for about $800-$1200 around here. Every single one I've seen for sale has the description "converted into a street fighter," and is always missing the plastics. ETA: I've also got a thing for I6 engines (own a 240z and a Cummins), so I am drawn to the Honda CBX1000 (1050?). Unfortunately, I'm not really keen on paying "new" bike prices for a 35 year old bike. |
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Posted: 9/6/2015 1:22:22 AM EDT
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I'm trying to decide on these. KTMs lack of customer service and dealerships worries me.
The Honda, well it won't be out until spring 2016, but Honda has tip top customer service and dealerships are everywhere. KTM 1190 Adv 
Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 
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Posted: 9/6/2015 2:39:12 AM EDT
[#34]
It was this for eight years.
But, I added this to the stable a month or so ago 
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Posted: 9/6/2015 5:38:02 AM EDT
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XT 225, light, nimble, good ride, off and on road. Have it.
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Posted: 9/6/2015 9:27:51 AM EDT
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You can't just have one bike. Latest in my bunch. Picked it up a couple weeks back, Akra and ECU on order. http://i57.tinypic.com/2gtnb15.jpg love it!!! |
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Posted: 9/6/2015 9:47:24 AM EDT
[#37]
Or 
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Posted: 9/6/2015 1:23:53 PM EDT
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It was this for eight years. http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/photo1_zpsbcd268bf.jpg But, I added this to the stable a month or so ago
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/BBC59768-D507-42EE-8729-0856FECBB5CC_zpsbmo47waf.jpg How do you like the Zero? |
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Posted: 9/6/2015 1:26:37 PM EDT
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Kenny Robert's TZ750
Hell on wheels. 
Or Eddy Merckx's hour record bike. |
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Posted: 9/6/2015 1:31:42 PM EDT
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Please, don't ever do that. Don't give up your superpowers and slum it down here with the rest of us. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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One bike only, it would have to be a supermoto. I've had one for about 5 years now and I'm still not tired of riding it every chance I get. I've rode it into places that the guys on pure dirtbikes give you that " how did you get here " look. Passed guys on sportbikes doing their best Rossi imitation in the middle of a corner while I'm sitting bolt upright. Thrown it down off road many times with just a new scrape to show for that one. Three to four hundred mile days are about my limit even with my seatconcepts seat. To be honest I don't think any bike would make me want to sit on it any longer than I do my sumo. I'm only 48 now, maybe in a few years I'll trade down for an adventure bike but not yet. http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u197/Pinepig/IMG_20150712_132256_zps7g0wmmbj.jpg Please, don't ever do that. Don't give up your superpowers and slum it down here with the rest of us. I see you're still mad about being called on your bullshit of having to use knobs offroad because it's the right tool for the job but recommending folks buy 1/2 boots because as safety gear, it's good enough. Keep on keepin on. 
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Posted: 9/6/2015 2:08:35 PM EDT
[#41]
I would buy another Valkyrie and do this to it  I wonder what that would cost.... |
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Posted: 9/6/2015 3:53:26 PM EDT
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'86 FZ600. I don't even care that it's only 2 valves per cylinder (and DOHC). http://raresportbikesforsale.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/FZ-600-left-side.jpg They tend to go for about $800-$1200 around here. Every single one I've seen for sale has the description "converted into a street fighter," and is always missing the plastics. ETA: I've also got a thing for I6 engines (own a 240z and a Cummins), so I am drawn to the Honda CBX1000 (1050?). Unfortunately, I'm not really keen on paying "new" bike prices for a 35 year old bike. Whoa! Havent seen an FZ that clean in 20 years! They've gained a new lease on life in classic racing in Europe,they're pretty much the only bike to have in <87 middleweight. |
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Posted: 9/6/2015 4:45:40 PM EDT
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If it has to be only one then a big adventure for sure. I would be happy with any of them. Money not a object, BMW or KTM. I am looking at the big Vstroms now. Think they are the best bang for the buck in that market but there are a couple of used GS bikes that keep popping up.
All I am saying is thank goodness we don't have to settle for one bike. The only thing that limits me is my wallet or else I would have a barn full of bikes. Until then this is my meager beginning. 
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Posted: 9/8/2015 12:19:22 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I would buy another Valkyrie and do this to it http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b358/cbarzyz/Valkyrie%20Streetfighter_zpslu6cirmr.jpg I wonder what that would cost.... |
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Posted: 9/11/2015 9:38:56 AM EDT
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How do you like the Zero? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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It was this for eight years. http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/photo1_zpsbcd268bf.jpg But, I added this to the stable a month or so ago
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/BBC59768-D507-42EE-8729-0856FECBB5CC_zpsbmo47waf.jpg How do you like the Zero? Absolutely love it! I'm just a few minutes from a few very popular roads though. It has gobs of torque that comes on with ferocity and it is always in the right gear. I love being able to ride fast without drawing attention to myself (note the factory pipes on the KTM). Improvements that I'd like to see: More range (it's right at 100 miles with optional power pack that I purchased with bike), faster charging, better cooling and of course a lower price.
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Posted: 9/11/2015 11:09:37 AM EDT
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That poor Valkyrie.... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I would buy another Valkyrie and do this to it http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b358/cbarzyz/Valkyrie%20Streetfighter_zpslu6cirmr.jpg I wonder what that would cost.... I like it. Have been considering turning my VTX into something similar. |
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Posted: 9/11/2015 11:14:55 AM EDT
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Gotta have bags...and ABS...and traction control...and a V4...and 7.4 gallons of go juice to feed her......but that's just me! <a href="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/roydamnmercer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpse8s3pd4j.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v476/roydamnmercer/Mobile%20Uploads/image_zpse8s3pd4j.jpg</a> roy d...and a BFL and your lid Your bike is my bike's twin! 
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Posted: 9/11/2015 11:19:07 AM EDT
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Absolutely love it! I'm just a few minutes from a few very popular roads though. It has gobs of torque that comes on with ferocity and it is always in the right gear. I love being able to ride fast without drawing attention to myself (note the factory pipes on the KTM). Improvements that I'd like to see: More range (it's right at 100 miles with optional power pack that I purchased with bike), faster charging, better cooling and of course a lower price.Quote HistoryQuoted:
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It was this for eight years. http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/photo1_zpsbcd268bf.jpg But, I added this to the stable a month or so ago
http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/BBC59768-D507-42EE-8729-0856FECBB5CC_zpsbmo47waf.jpg How do you like the Zero? Absolutely love it! I'm just a few minutes from a few very popular roads though. It has gobs of torque that comes on with ferocity and it is always in the right gear. I love being able to ride fast without drawing attention to myself (note the factory pipes on the KTM). Improvements that I'd like to see: More range (it's right at 100 miles with optional power pack that I purchased with bike), faster charging, better cooling and of course a lower price.I'd dig an electric bike. I already have an (mostly) electric car. Hopefully they'll come down in price and go up in total range. Great for running around town or commuting! |
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Posted: 9/11/2015 11:41:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I see you're still mad about being called on your bullshit of having to use knobs offroad because it's the right tool for the job but recommending folks buy 1/2 boots because as safety gear, it's good enough. Keep on keepin on. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: One bike only, it would have to be a supermoto. I've had one for about 5 years now and I'm still not tired of riding it every chance I get. I've rode it into places that the guys on pure dirtbikes give you that " how did you get here " look. Passed guys on sportbikes doing their best Rossi imitation in the middle of a corner while I'm sitting bolt upright. Thrown it down off road many times with just a new scrape to show for that one. Three to four hundred mile days are about my limit even with my seatconcepts seat. To be honest I don't think any bike would make me want to sit on it any longer than I do my sumo. I'm only 48 now, maybe in a few years I'll trade down for an adventure bike but not yet. http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u197/Pinepig/IMG_20150712_132256_zps7g0wmmbj.jpg Please, don't ever do that. Don't give up your superpowers and slum it down here with the rest of us. I see you're still mad about being called on your bullshit of having to use knobs offroad because it's the right tool for the job but recommending folks buy 1/2 boots because as safety gear, it's good enough. Keep on keepin on. That's it, rehash your arguments because you didn't pay attention the first time around, you were too busy making it all about you and your awesome skill. Meanwhile no one in that thread listened to you (with good reason). Look at you here, instead of talking about bikes, you managed to make it all about how people are in awe of your skill. Dude, no one, and I mean no one likes people like you. In a riding group, the dude who won't shut about how in awe of where they got to or how many people they passed is usually the laughing stock of the group. Not only that, your sense of humor is non-existent...so you have every possible negative character trait for social interaction. Slicks. |
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Posted: 9/11/2015 2:02:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'd dig an electric bike. I already have an (mostly) electric car. Hopefully they'll come down in price and go up in total range. Great for running around town or commuting! Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: It was this for eight years. http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/photo1_zpsbcd268bf.jpg But, I added this to the stable a month or so ago http://i1265.photobucket.com/albums/jj516/stevetd/Motorcycles/BBC59768-D507-42EE-8729-0856FECBB5CC_zpsbmo47waf.jpg How do you like the Zero? Absolutely love it! I'm just a few minutes from a few very popular roads though. It has gobs of torque that comes on with ferocity and it is always in the right gear. I love being able to ride fast without drawing attention to myself (note the factory pipes on the KTM). Improvements that I'd like to see: More range (it's right at 100 miles with optional power pack that I purchased with bike), faster charging, better cooling and of course a lower price.I'd dig an electric bike. I already have an (mostly) electric car. Hopefully they'll come down in price and go up in total range. Great for running around town or commuting! |
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