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Posted: 9/14/2018 8:27:32 AM EDT

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The Trolley grill right on the Massachusetts line, unfortunately closed at 7:00am so no bonus.

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Next target: YBA the most rickity, ratty, sway-backed bridge you ever seen. Can be closed (but still standing). And in the spirit of safety, you don't have to be ON the bridge.

Posted: 9/15/2018 3:17:17 PM EDT

[#2]

@RogerBall

What bike is that? Intruder (Boulevard) 800?

Posted: 9/15/2018 3:48:27 PM EDT

[#3]

That there is a Suzuki Marauder 800.
We have kind of a love/hate relationship.
I was at a gas station in town and some random guy recognized it as a Marauder and asked me how i liked it (he had a good deal on one and was looking for input).

I told him, "it's kind of finicky. I like it."
Went on to say, "It's definitely a "rider's bike". very cool if you know what you're doing. I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner."

As an aside, i've tweeked it up a tad; defeated the EGR, put better pipes on (off an 1100 even), Taller sprocket (from 15 to 17).

I also bypassed that stupid delay relay on the starter.
Tires are Pirellis, new in '16. Fucking tires alone are nearly $800.

She's tourquey, 1-3 very calm, twist her tail though, and suddenly you're doing 80!

Thanks for askin'

Posted: 9/15/2018 4:10:10 PM EDT

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I had it's big brother, '99 Intruder VS1400. Great bike, and damn quick. Had 17k on the clock when I got it. 136k when I sold it in 2010.

$800 for tires? For an 800??? Did you get a reach-around with that? I ride a Vulcan 1600 these days. I put tires on it year before last, ~$200. And ten bucks each for mounting. I'll get another year or two out of those sneakers. Should get at least 20-24k miles or so out of them.

Posted: 9/15/2018 5:40:42 PM EDT

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Yeah, 300 bucks a pop. (plus m&B)
The ( in Swanzey) fucking over charged me. Mounting and balancing

I went to the Motorcycle/gun shop in Keene. It was expensive,but better. they didn't over sell me.

but i won't go to that place in Swanzey (on RT. 10) ever again.

ETA $315 for the front. 50 for M&B, $375 for the rear. 50 for M& B.

So, 365+425.

Posted: 9/15/2018 8:30:03 PM EDT

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Yeah, 300 bucks a pop. (plus m&B)
The $tealership ( in Swanzey) fucking over charged me.

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That's why they call 'em $tealers, bud. This was my last old school tire swap, in the spring of 2016:

Rear Michelin Commander II, 130/90-16, about $125 from Bike Bandit (I think) on sale, shipped. That's my front tire.

General Altimax HP 195/60-16, about $80.00 from Tire Rack, no shipping. Picked it up in Windsor CT when I was down that way in the truck. That's the rear.

Hour of my my time to pull the wheels off the bike. Free.

Take wheels/tires and new rubber to local independent tire shop. Ten bucks per wheel, including disposal fee for old tires, and a six pack.

15-20 minutes of my time per wheel to balance the wheels. I used a piece of steel rod, two of the ol' lady's kitchen chairs, and sticky weights the tire shop guy handed me. No charge.

Hour of my my time to put wheels back where they belong. Free.

Total cost: about $232 including the beer.

Now... What's this about Keene having a motorcycle AND gun shop? That'd be nearly as cool as a convenience store called Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms.

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Posted: 9/16/2018 6:09:23 PM EDT

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Now... What's this about Keene having a motorcycle AND gun shop? That'd be nearly as cool as a convenience store called Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms.

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Yeah, isn't that a hoot!
They're the same guys who own Cycle Design in Phillipston Mass, on rt 2. Doug is a real nice guy. Knowledgeable, too. I would recommend him in a heartbeat. And he doesn't horde the knowledge, you can ask him anything and he'll get this far-away look in his eyes (like he's reading a manual in his head) then come back and give you all the information you need. (ETA they are on Winchester street, right between Keene State College and Walmart)

So far i've bought a tire, sprocket, new chain, new mirrors and a Sar arms 9mm.

Also: i've edited my post to remove the name of that other shop. Can you edit your quote?
Don't want them searching and seeing this conversation.

ETAA: thanks Sprocket. If any late comers want to know the name PM me, i have no problem with word-of-mouth

Posted: 9/16/2018 7:03:48 PM EDT

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Quoted:Also: i've edited my post to remove the name of that other shop. Can you edit your quote?
Don't want them searching and seeing this conversation.

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I've never had a particular issue with naming a shop that gouges, but I've edited my post at your request. Gonna have to get into that other shop next time I'm in the area, though.

Posted: 9/16/2018 9:21:30 PM EDT

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Next target: YBA the most rickity, ratty, sway-backed bridge you ever seen. Can be closed (but still standing). And in the spirit of safety, you don't have to be ON the bridge.

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OK... Back on topic, after a fashion. I went out this weekend to see if my favorite rickety bridge was still standing (OLD PICTURES, entertainment purposes only). It was the bridge I'd have voted most likely to be haunted. Failed arch, twisted deck, siding falling off... It looked like this in 2011:

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Lo and behold, it's been rebuilt! The tired old girl looks damn near new. So, no target for me. But it was a beautiful 150 miles in jeans and a t-shirt. I'll post some bridge pics from yesterday as soon as I locate them.

Posted: 9/16/2018 10:19:21 PM EDT

[#10]

These are the photos I got 9/15/18:

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Posted: 9/17/2018 9:32:16 AM EDT

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These are the photos I got 9/15/18:

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Very cool.

Posted: 9/17/2018 7:22:46 PM EDT

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Yeah, 300 bucks a pop. (plus m&B)
The ( in Swanzey) fucking over charged me. Mounting and balancing

I went to the Motorcycle/gun shop in Keene. It was expensive,but better. they didn't over sell me.

but i won't go to that place in Swanzey (on RT. 10) ever again.

ETA $315 for the front. 50 for M&B, $375 for the rear. 50 for M& B.

So, 365+425.

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Try these guys next time, https://www.americanmototire.com/

Good price, free shipping ( and they dropship from different locations ) . I get what I order the very next day every time.

Posted: 9/17/2018 7:24:11 PM EDT

[#13]

What's the target?

Posted: 9/17/2018 9:03:17 PM EDT

[#14]

@RogerBall

We're gonna need a new target in the morning, sport. Three days, and all like that...

Posted: 9/18/2018 8:32:27 AM EDT

[#15]

OK, how about a bridge named after some famous person.

Posted: 9/20/2018 9:12:40 PM EDT

[#16]

Ok People! Let's get this done.

Point of order; can I claim my own target?
What's the +/- on that?

Posted: 9/23/2018 2:20:20 PM EDT

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Ok People! Let's get this done.

Point of order; can I claim my own target?
What's the +/- on that?

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I have no say in this, but go ahead.

Or maybe a new target?

Posted: 9/23/2018 5:37:22 PM EDT

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I have no say in this, but go ahead.

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New Target-

Your bike and YOU!

Posted: 9/25/2018 5:43:36 PM EDT

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Your bike and YOU!

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New target your bike and a restaurant you’ve never ate before

Posted: 9/25/2018 6:03:42 PM EDT

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Just because...

Posted: 9/25/2018 6:59:25 PM EDT

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In 3 days I’ll let you pick a new target

Posted: 9/25/2018 11:09:35 PM EDT

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New target your bike and a restaurant you’ve never ate before

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My wife is buying a Grom tomorrow... If nobody beats me to it, I'll score this one with the happy new rider.

Posted: 9/26/2018 8:12:52 PM EDT

[#23]

Wife bought the Grom, but she took a little slip on some mud in a parking lot and wasn't up for a cruise. I don't wanna pressure her because I actually really want her to ride with me. My goal is to get in on this thread in the next couple weeks.

Posted: 9/26/2018 8:20:08 PM EDT

[#24]

Not related, but bump because I like my new job.

Posted: 9/26/2018 9:56:42 PM EDT

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Not related, but bump because I like my new job.

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Motor man!!!!

Posted: 9/26/2018 10:13:34 PM EDT

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Not related, but bump because I like my new job.

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Welcome to the club

Posted: 9/27/2018 1:35:24 AM EDT

[#27]

Working on becoming a LEO and riding for work would be fun. But fuck it’s hot in Arizona

Posted: 9/27/2018 6:55:44 PM EDT

[#28]

fat-fingered the damn iPhone...

Posted: 9/27/2018 8:41:36 PM EDT

[#29]

If I didn't have a fucked up back I'd be a motorcycle cop.

Posted: 9/29/2018 3:21:50 PM EDT

[#30]

Not a target submission because I always stop for Sonic. But I'll just leave this here.

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It's been a wet riding day. I'm kinda chasing this storm, which is why I stopped for a bite.

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Posted: 9/29/2018 7:29:22 PM EDT

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Isn't the sound of the rain hitting your helmet one of the most relaxing peaceful sounds there is?
I wish it rained more in Vegas for that reason alone

Posted: 9/29/2018 8:31:40 PM EDT

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Isn't the sound of the rain hitting your helmet one of the most relaxing peaceful sounds there is?
I wish it rained more in Vegas for that reason alone

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I like riding in the rain. A couple thousand dollars worth of (ATGATT!!!) Arai, Klim, Sidi, Dianese, Leatt, and Aerostich kept me dry, safe, and content.

Not one drop got through to me.

Now that I'm home, however, I'm trying to foster a wetter environment.

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Posted: 9/29/2018 9:27:07 PM EDT

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My BIL became a full-time motor this year. I haven't seen it yet, but by the sound of it he may have got an SBR to go along with the bike.
He got to escort the America's 9/11 ride to NYC in August.

He's planning on doing his first rodeo in Gettysburg in a few weeks. I'd ride up with him if I wasn't doing Cola Warrior that weekend.

Posted: 9/30/2018 11:48:55 AM EDT

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New Target: your bike and the northern or southern border

Posted: 9/30/2018 12:02:30 PM EDT

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Well shit. I could have done that yesterday.

Posted: 10/3/2018 10:32:11 AM EDT

[#36]

Man, had to give up riding when I got married. I'd do it again in a heartbeat, but good grief this thread isn't helping the itch die any faster.

Posted: 10/3/2018 11:05:56 AM EDT

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Man, had to give up riding when I got married. I'd do it again in a heartbeat, but good grief this thread isn't helping the itch die any faster.

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You had to? Or someone wasn’t willing to allow you to do something you love?

New Target: Your bike and a twisty road

Posted: 10/3/2018 11:33:47 AM EDT

[#38]

Oh it was 100% my decision. My wife is too sweet to demand something like that. I'm very blessed.

At the time I wasn't sure it was wise to bring on the additional (and undeniable) risk that riding entails as a married man, so I dropped it. Now, the itch is making me reconsider.

Posted: 10/4/2018 4:23:47 AM EDT

[#39]

I met my wife in 1999. I've been riding since 1968.

One morning over coffee she said she'd come to a decision. Either the bike went, or she went. I smiled and told her I was sure gonna miss her. She's still here. And that's the last time the topic ever came up.

Posted: 10/4/2018 10:45:05 AM EDT

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I just brought home my Road King yesterday, how do I play along?

If one item was “Ride in evening Nashville rush hour traffic and don’t look terrified”, then I’m afraid I failed. I had to knock off 29 year’s worth of rust quickly, and everyone is in a much bigger damn hurry today. Didn’t even notice it in my car, but I had a reeeeeaally good grip on the seat by the time I got home. It’s all coming back to me, but I definitely jumped into the deep end.

Or as my boss l(who rides and recommended the place where I bought the bike)said today, “Hell, man, you went off the high-dive into the deep end!”

Posted: 10/4/2018 3:19:20 PM EDT

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I met my wife in 1999. I've been riding since 1968.

One morning over coffee she said she'd come to a decision. Either the bike went, or she went. I smiled and told her I was sure gonna miss her. She's still here. And that's the last time the topic ever came up.

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That takes chutzpa, but isn't really relevant to my situation. I decided to stop riding, not her.

Posted: 10/4/2018 7:00:23 PM EDT

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That takes chutzpa, but isn't really relevant to my situation. I decided to stop riding, not her.

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Decide to ride again and bring her with you.

Posted: 10/4/2018 7:03:09 PM EDT

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I just brought home my Road King yesterday, how do I play along?

If one item was "Ride in evening Nashville rush hour traffic and don't look terrified", then I'm afraid I failed. I had to knock off 29 year's worth of rust quickly, and everyone is in a much bigger damn hurry today. Didn't even notice it in my car, but I had a reeeeeaally good grip on the seat by the time I got home. It's all coming back to me, but I definitely jumped into the deep end.

Or as my boss l(who rides and recommended the place where I bought the bike)said today, "Hell, man, you went off the high-dive into the deep end!"

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The current target is your bike and a border. Either ride to Canada or Mexico and take a pic of your bike in from of something that proves you're there. Must be a current pic. Then state the next target.

in edit, current target is your bike and a twisty road.

Posted: 10/4/2018 7:59:39 PM EDT

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take a pic of your bike in from of something that proves you're there. Must be a current pic. Then state the next target.

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Shit, i hope Ironhandjohn doesn't get it, cuz then i'm going to have to "ride in Nashville evening rush hour traffic and not look terrified".

Kind of reminds me of the time we went to DC for the Memorial day Rolling Thunder ride. I told everyone,"Stay off the belt way!". Did they listen to me?

NO

Posted: 10/4/2018 11:42:00 PM EDT

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Shit, i hope Ironhandjohn doesn't get it, cuz then i'm going to have to "ride in Nashville evening rush hour traffic and not look terrified".

Kind of reminds me of the time we went to DC for the Memorial day Rolling Thunder ride. I told everyone,"Stay off the belt way!". Did they listen to me?

NO

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take a pic of your bike in from of something that proves you're there. Must be a current pic. Then state the next target.

Shit, i hope Ironhandjohn doesn't get it, cuz then i'm going to have to "ride in Nashville evening rush hour traffic and not look terrified".

Kind of reminds me of the time we went to DC for the Memorial day Rolling Thunder ride. I told everyone,"Stay off the belt way!". Did they listen to me?

NO

No matter who gets next, that should be the target

I don't like highway riding because I don't trust people on their cell phones (driving is secondary). I ride to unwind and relax, so give me long country roads or mountain twisties or open deserts. To get the mural target I had to ride a significant distance on an interstate which was under construction for many miles, half milled, occasionally split, damp, posted 45 with moving averages of 75.