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When I see the price of the Razors all I can think is I?d rather have a used Jeep for that kind of money.
If you ever get to see Razors in action in a place like Moab, you get why people love them so much, but dang!
*We're totally planning on renting a Razor for a few days next year. We watched a turbo Razor launch from a stop light during the car show parade and it was a thing to behold.
buffalobo
07-03-2019, 10:41
The older Japanese bikes are getting expensive. Guess vintage stuff is just cool and collectible. I built a cafe racer out of an old KZ400 years ago and had maybe $700 into the whole project. When I sold that bike I turned about a 300% profit on my investment. Thought I?d do another one like it a few years back but finding a reasonably priced bike was all but impossible so I lost interest.
I?m still always kind of keeping an eye out for a cool vintage dirt bike project.Vintage dirt bikes are my preference. Lots of patience to find deals.
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Picked this up last year and currently searching for it's 4stroke cousin.
I?m always looking out for a great deal on an old Yamaha IT465 or DT400 or maybe a YZ490. I?d like to set one up in a flat track configuration.
I?m always looking out for a great deal on an old Yamaha IT465 or DT400 or maybe a YZ490. I?d like to set one up in a flat track configuration.
What is a realistic price for a used 400 4-stroke that isn't so old I won't be able to get parts for it?
SouthPaw
07-03-2019, 11:19
If you ever get to see Razors in action in a place like Moab, you get why people love them so much, but dang!
*We're totally planning on renting a Razor for a few days next year. We watched a turbo Razor launch from a stop light during the car show parade and it was a thing to behold.
I drove one a few weeks and they are no joke. It is governed at 88mph or 90mph and it accelerates so hard that when you hit the governor, it feels like you hit the brakes. He also paid $27K for it..
What is a realistic price for a used 400 4-stroke that isn't so old I won't be able to get parts for it?
Not sure. The ones I mentioned are all two-strokes. Plenty of parts around for the Japanese bikes if you look around- even the older ones. I wouldn?t be ambitious enough to deal with something like a Bultaco or something similar.
Fentonite
07-03-2019, 17:24
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Got rid of the Gunslinger seat, put an old cop seat back on it. Took off the rear lowering link. Got rid of the chrome saddlebag guards (saddlebags still pop on and off easily). Added passenger floorboards instead of pegs. Got a removable Mustang passenger seat, for the times when wifey wants to ride. Much more comfortable. Still need to drop the floorboards a bit.
for reference, as it looked this morning:
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Careful lowering the floorboards. Mine is stock and I scrape those things all of the time.
Fentonite
07-03-2019, 17:40
Careful lowering the floorboards. Mine is stock and I scrape those things all of the time.
Yeah, I’ll have to play with it. This is kinda taking on a Rat-Bike look, and although I’m putting comfort above style, function will have to be the priority.
kidicarus13
07-03-2019, 18:05
I drove one a few weeks and they are no joke. It is governed at 88mph or 90mph and it accelerates so hard that when you hit the governor, it feels like you hit the brakes. He also paid $27K for it..If he dumped $27K on one I'm sure he can get the governor thing figured out.
bellavite1
07-03-2019, 19:59
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Got rid of the Gunslinger seat, put an old cop seat back on it. Took off the rear lowering link. Got rid of the chrome saddlebag guards (saddlebags still pop on and off easily). Added passenger floorboards instead of pegs. Got a removable Mustang passenger seat, for the times when wifey wants to ride. Much more comfortable. Still need to drop the floorboards a bit.
for reference, as it looked this morning:
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VERY NICE![Beer]
Just got back from a short ride. Deer Creek through Turkey Creek, Evergreen then home again. This King has no problem hitting "the ton" though I don't do that very often lol. Went from going to sell it to improving the intake and tuning to now I love it even more ahahaha. Happy Independence Day everyone!
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Not sure. The ones I mentioned are all two-strokes. Plenty of parts around for the Japanese bikes if you look around- even the older ones. I wouldn?t be ambitious enough to deal with something like a Bultaco or something similar.
I don't have anything against two-strokes, just little to no experience with them and figured not mixing fuel and a more flat power band would be easier for a beginner. How much are you finding ones like yours for?
Bailey Guns
07-04-2019, 16:50
My first bike in 1972 was a Honda SL70. Lately I've had the itch for one. I obviously don't make enough money to afford a 72cc 35 year old bike. FFS are they pricey in running condition.
7.5 hour trip to Salt lake city wednesday then back today..... ouch on my h2. Uncomfortable after 1-2 hours, outright agony by hour 6. By the last hour I'm going numb and changing position every 30 seconds trying to relieve the pain.
But was a nice ride, fairly scenic for being highway 80. I noticed wyo/utah drivers all will get over out of passing lane, but colorado drivers I'd have to pass on the right with prejudice. I also posted a pretty impressive high score speed before traffic became visible ahead and I started slowing down. (I'll only do stupid stuff when no one else is around to be at risk) Was suprisingly stable, I might not need to do a steering dampener after all.
3 of my rest breaks was just to clear my helmet visor of bugs....
SouthPaw
07-07-2019, 00:44
If he dumped $27K on one I'm sure he can get the governor thing figured out.
Not sure you would to. I’ve seen plenty of vids of them tipping over and it doesn’t end well.
Riding today. Not sure where or when. Hopefully the wife can help decide. Maybe I?ll get lucky and miss any bad weather.
Actually decided to check the gas mileage on the supermoto today. Topped it off, rode 100 miles, and topped it back off with 1.3 gallons.
Looks like it got 76.9 miles per gallon.
Put that in your tailpipe and smoke it Prius drivers.
I don't even bother to look at new stuff because I know they all cost more than I'm willing to spend on my normal vehicles. The cost of Razors is astounding to me.
Have a friend selling a Honda cruiser for a decent price.
Sorry, not into razors.
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Ohhhhhhh. Might have to get some for the future.
With the new gearing and chain and all...
The Honda XR650, with 13x52 sprockets, does 55mph on road but will climb trees. I like climbing trees.
Tfogger is getting me 14x48 sprockets. More speed could be dangerous.
We shale see.
Anything over 75 or 80 on a dirt bike spooks me a little anyways.
Got rid of the "geezer glide" lol (hey I'll be 63 very shortly) and picked up this little runaround scoot. Brought it home yesterday after an exhaust change and dyno. It's a total hoot to ride and for my day rides it's just perfect. Can't tell in this pic but it has very nice pinstripe on the tank and tail piece in orange.
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I guess I can say I ride a DT50MX now. Well still a work in progress, but it rides again!
Looks like now I ride this Yamaha TTR-225 and this older 2-stroke 400cc Yamaha. Pretty excited to have a good bike to learn on! The only other bike I've ever had was that Honda 185XLS from like 1989. It was a good bike, but I was a kid with no way to get anywhere to ride.
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My wife had one of those 225?s. It was the first four stroke dirt bike I ever rode. I found it very easy to ride wheelies on it. Wasn?t much fun catching air as the suspension was a bit lacking.
I don't know anything else, so I'm still excited. Plus I got a great deal on everything, so that helps.
Fentonite
11-02-2019, 17:24
Don’t let the age of that 400 fool you. That’s not necessarily a great “learning” bike - it’ll likely have some ridiculous power.
Yeah, I'm kind of afraid of it.
Anyone titled a motorcycle without papers? FIL got it but never did title before he died. Mobile home flooded after his death and we lost most of the docs. Damn, my life dounds like a country song.
This one...2014 Honda VFR800 Interceptor...
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Don?t let the age of that 400 fool you. That?s not necessarily a great ?learning? bike - it?ll likely have some ridiculous power.
No kidding. A 400cc two-stroke is no joke.
No kidding. A 400cc two-stroke is no joke.
Especially the IT400: Primitive suspension, nearly nonexistent brakes, questionable carburetion, and no powervalve,so it has the power delivery of a shotgun trigger. They're an absolute hoot to ride!
Anyone titled a motorcycle without papers? FIL got it but never did title before he died. Mobile home flooded after his death and we lost most of the docs. Damn, my life dounds like a country song.
A title search will cost $2.20 at the DMV in Lakewood. If you can contact the previous owner, you may be able to get a duplicate title and have them sign it over. otherwise, you'll most likely have to do the bonded title route, which is tedious and time consuming, as well as moderately expensive.
Especially the IT400: Primitive suspension, nearly nonexistent brakes, questionable carburetion, and no powervalve,so it has the power delivery of a shotgun trigger. They're an absolute hoot to ride!
You'll probably get to see it in person sooner or later.
Great-Kazoo
11-02-2019, 22:18
I don't know anything else, so I'm still excited. Plus I got a great deal on everything, so that helps.
Be careful with that 2 stroke. They start winding up rpm wise, next thing you know 2500 rpm's jumps to 4K. Along with the front end.
ChickNorris
11-04-2019, 20:54
I don't know anything else, so I'm still excited. Plus I got a great deal on everything, so that helps.
Nice.
Curious, great deal?
Nice.
Curious, great deal?
My grandmother recently passed on my mom's side. We have been helping to clear out the house so they can get it on the market (Canon City if anyone is interested). My uncle had the bikes there, but says he already has enough bikes. Some of you may remember that my grandfather on my Dad's side passed a few years ago and I came into some old bikes (https://www.ar-15.co/threads/150070-Old-motorcycles) he had. Since I don't care for old shit, I talked to my uncle and traded straight across (+ $560 on my part) for these newer bikes and a mower! I'm super excited!
Great-Kazoo
11-05-2019, 00:06
My grandmother recently passed on my mom's side. We have been helping to clear out the house so they can get it on the market (Canon City if anyone is interested). My uncle had the bikes there, but says he already has enough bikes. Some of you may remember that my grandfather on my Dad's side passed a few years ago and I came into some old bikes (https://www.ar-15.co/threads/150070-Old-motorcycles) he had. Since I don't care for old shit, I talked to my uncle and traded straight across (+ $560 on my part) for these newer bikes and a mower! I'm super excited!
Having seen that "Old Shit" i know you not only gave away a decent gold mine, but money as well. Hey, as long as you're happy.
Clipn119
11-05-2019, 17:51
Kawasaki Ninja79357
Cute. We should race sometime.
Got to love the green machines :)
-John
Been making some minor changes on the Roadster; pulley cover, foot/shifter pegs and still trying to find the type of bars I want. Enjoying the hell out of this scoot, bringing me back to the bikes of my youth.
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I got that TTR to turn over today with a borrowed battery, but it's still not starting so I'll probably take the carb out and clean it when I have the time. Initially, when I turned the gas on, it would drain straight out of what looks like an overflow tube. I hear that is a sign that the floats might be stuck. I rapped a bit on the carb with a screwdriver handle and it stopped leaking. Replaced the plug even though it looked fine. Oil level is normal and looks brand new. I guess I'll have to actually go through it instead of hoping it'd start right up.
eddiememphis
11-26-2019, 13:15
I hear that is a sign that the floats might be stuck. I rapped a bit on the carb with a screwdriver handle and it stopped leaking.
The needle and seat are sticking. I'm sure the pilot jet is plugged as well. The carb needs a complete cleaning. When you pull off the float bowl it will smell sweet- that's the sign of bad gas. The aromatics evaporate and leave varnish that plug all the tiny holes that make a carb work. You need to take out the mixture screw(s) as well and blow through the passages. An hour with WD-40 and a compressor will have it good as new. Don't forget to lightly grease the o-rings and don't use sealer on the float bowl gasket.
I cleaned the carb on the bike, pilot jet was definitely clogged. I've been riding it for about a week now.
Especially the IT400: Primitive suspension, nearly nonexistent brakes, questionable carburetion, and no powervalve,so it has the power delivery of a shotgun trigger. They're an absolute hoot to ride!
Can I bolt on upgrades like shocks, brakes, and suspension without getting into custom stuff? Should I make it a cafe racer or something? Not sure I want a street bike though, I'd probably live longer on the trails.
Can I bolt on upgrades like shocks, brakes, and suspension without getting into custom stuff? Should I make it a cafe racer or something? Not sure I want a street bike though, I'd probably live longer on the trails.
No good fix for the carburetion, that's a 2 stroke thing since there's no power valve to broaden the powerband. The rear shock is probably not economically feasible to fix, but fresh oil and recharging the nitrogen will help. As far as front suspension and brakes go, finding a disc brake front end from a mid 90s YZ250 would probably be the best upgrade, and should be fairly easy to bolt up. Either that, or just try to ride within the limitations of the bike, and realize that with most riders, it's not going to be as fast or competent as more modern trail bikes. It'll still go 99 percent of the places they'll go, but it's gonna take more time and finesse to do it.
Oh good. Finesse is practically my middle name! No problem then. ;)
colorider
12-06-2019, 12:05
I believe the rear shock on the TTR is not serviceable. It has to be replaced. My best advice would be to keep the bike and use it as a learning bike and to mess around on. If you get serious and want to progress, get another one. The TTR is a great easy riding machine, but will never be high performance. Spending money on suspension and other upgrades is a waste of money.
Anyone titled a motorcycle without papers? FIL got it but never did title before he died. Mobile home flooded after his death and we lost most of the docs. Damn, my life dounds like a country song.
Yeah search lost title/bonded title Colorado. I've done it once, but it's been a long long time ago in a Galaxy far away. IIRC you need insurance, an affiant (notarize something), a bill of sale or possibly a death certificate or some other evidence, a bonding company you can work with, then you buy a bond from them, then take it to the DMV, and pay your registration and get a title. Like a monthlong process that costs about 10% of the value, lol.
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Also a 400 two-stroke is likely going to try to wheely when you really don't want it to... make sure you have VERY good instinct to let go of the throttle with any major issue, otherwise you'll be one of "those" people in a gif online. Basically cranking the throttle suddenly (like when you're falling off and hanging on for dear life) will guarantee to raise the front wheel and send you careening around on a unicycle if you're inexperienced. Even older 220/250s can do this. A 400 is Super-Mario 3.
I was talking about the DT400. However, I did look into TTR mods and it seems like the basic intake, exhaust, and rejet are about all people do. Some change the gears, and a few have mentioned stiffening up the shocks a bit.
I monkeyed around on my wife?s TTR quite a bit when we bought it because all of my previous dirt bike experience was on two strokes so I was curious about the four stroke. While it definitely isn?t suited for motocross, I found slow trail riding fairly enjoyable.
Got out today for about 5 hours before the weather takes a shit tomorrow LOL. Highway 73 outside of Evergreen, lots of riders out today. I modified a HD Ventilator a/c cover to work with the Sportster Screaming Eagle a/c. Very happy with how it came out and matches the look of the bike.
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My old Sportsters were fun but looking at yours just brings back memories of back, knee, and elbow pain. And a sore tush.
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Goodburbon
02-03-2020, 15:26
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SouthPaw
02-03-2020, 16:08
My VROD was getting lonely and found a Japanese friend. Gotta love Xmas/Winter Deals.
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There's room for 2 or 3 more if your lonely bikes like to snuggle
Went to the motorcycle expo a few weeks back.
Some cool new bikes out there, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Harley had good showings. Other players, BMW, KTM, and a few others were notably absent.
Harley had a new concept bike, an adventure touring bike, looked cool, but still waaaaaaaaaaaaay behind the curve of other bikes.
It was interesting to note, comparing bikes (engine sizes) the Harley Davidson's were anywhere from 150 to 300 lbs. heavier across the board. HD cruisers were ~1000-lbs., dry.
HD cruisers were ~1000-lbs., dry.
Then you bolt on a couple of accessories, top it off with six gallons of gas, put a grown man and an overweight woman on it and suddenly you have a ballistic advantage over a Honda Civic.
SouthPaw
02-04-2020, 17:21
There's room for 2 or 3 more if your lonely bikes like to snuggle
One for each hand is what I have been telling the old lady..
colorider
02-04-2020, 22:09
Went to the motorcycle expo a few weeks back.
Some cool new bikes out there, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Harley had good showings. Other players, BMW, KTM, and a few others were notably absent.
Harley had a new concept bike, an adventure touring bike, looked cool, but still waaaaaaaaaaaaay behind the curve of other bikes.
It was interesting to note, comparing bikes (engine sizes) the Harley Davidson's were anywhere from 150 to 300 lbs. heavier across the board. HD cruisers were ~1000-lbs., dry.
Their adventure touring concept/bike is pretty much nothing that the adventure rider is after. Absurdly heavy, not up to the suspension or ergonomic standards of other bikes and their projected pricing is out of the ballpark in comparison with superior bikes.
Then you bolt on a couple of accessories, top it off with six gallons of gas, put a grown man and an overweight woman on it and suddenly you have a ballistic advantage over a Honda Civic.
Hahahhaaha! [ROFL1]
Their adventure touring concept/bike is pretty much nothing that the adventure rider is after. Absurdly heavy, not up to the suspension or ergonomic standards of other bikes and their projected pricing is out of the ballpark in comparison with superior bikes.
Agreed. They are a lot like General Motors (when I worked there many years ago).... they just don't get it. They're out of touch with the market.
Then you bolt on a couple of accessories, top it off with six gallons of gas, put a grown man and an overweight woman on it and suddenly you have a ballistic advantage over a Honda Civic.
[ROFL1] All I can think of is the shitty day they'll have if they're anything like me. First 50 miles, I pulled up to a stop sign and put my foot out.... and my foot found nothing but air (there was a ditch on that side of the road). An entire subway restaurant got to spectate as I struggled to get 550 lbs back up. Big harley, faghettaboutit. Tow truck just to pick it up [ROFL1]
It's all about technique. There's videos of hundred pound women picking up Harleys.
Picked this fun ride up a couple weeks ago. 2019 Softail Slim, had 55 miles on it lol. Made some subtle changes and loving it. The M8 motor is quite torquey, plenty of pull. The redesigned chassis in '18 makes it amazingly nimble-yeah funny word to use regarding a Harley [LOL] I only have 360 miles on it now. Looking to getting past the 500 mile breakin but with the craziness and the weather that might take longer than I planned.
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Picked this fun ride up a couple weeks ago. 2019 Softail Slim, had 55 miles on it lol. Made some subtle changes and loving it. The M8 motor is quite torquey, plenty of pull. The redesigned chassis in '18 makes it amazingly nimble-yeah funny word to use regarding a Harley [LOL] I only have 360 miles on it now. Looking to getting past the 500 mile breakin but with the craziness and the weather that might take longer than I planned.
How many bikes do you have at the moment. Seems like you get a new one every few months.
Picked this fun ride up a couple weeks ago. 2019 Softail Slim, had 55 miles on it lol. Made some subtle changes and loving it. The M8 motor is quite torquey, plenty of pull. The redesigned chassis in '18 makes it amazingly nimble-yeah funny word to use regarding a Harley [LOL] I only have 360 miles on it now. Looking to getting past the 500 mile breakin but with the craziness and the weather that might take longer than I planned.
Motorcycling is an ideal social distancing activity...
It looks very nice. If I remember right your bikes always do.
Thanks, this one is a hoot to ride, not doing touring anymore so I like something fun to bomb around for day rdes. I have a swing arm bag on the left side that holds just enough for being out all day. That 5 gallon tank gives me good range too. The redesigned chassis added lean angle too so it's real fun in the twisties for a big heavy bike.
Some of my friends say I change bikes like others change socks lol. This is the only one, sold the Roadster I had-which I loved customizing and riding but the ride was just too rough for my old body. Plus with it's (relative) speed and tight handling I could see myself getting in to some trouble if I didn't watch it haha. This new one is just tons of fun and I prefer more minimal bikes these days.
The Norseman
03-23-2020, 20:47
Just picked this 2011 70? Husaberg fe 570 S up from a friend. It?s been a dream bike of mine for a while. I?m excited about working on setting up to my liking.
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Nice. I've never been a dirt track rider, other thank my bicycle.
It looks springy :)
-John
The Norseman
03-23-2020, 20:55
Right now I?m intending to set it up as a lightweight Adventure bike. Great thing about this one is it is titled and plated.
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Personally, I hate adventure bikes. It's like a Crossover Car, not good at anything.
-John
colorider
03-23-2020, 21:12
Personally, I hate adventure bikes. It's like a Crossover Car, not good at anything.
-John
Ride a KTM 950 or any of their other adventure models.
in the process of putting together a motard. looking at a 250 to convert. I will post pictures once I start the process.
hurley842002
03-28-2020, 21:59
Personally, I hate adventure bikes. It's like a Crossover Car, not good at anything.
-JohnHave you even owned one? What do you ride?
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The Norseman
03-29-2020, 10:47
in the process of putting together a motard. looking at a 250 to convert. I will post pictures once I start the process.
SM is fun stuff! Keep us posted.
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hurley842002
03-29-2020, 13:06
Finally got my CRF "temp" plated, been riding it around here and there. Would like to get a top rack for the rear fender so I can put a smallish pelican on top to store a couple things.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200329/1fc25f1456d85bd39a4e848207d59b3d.jpg
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Nice! Just watch out for all the old blind Tucson drivers!! The guy that hit me in college was blind in his left eye, pulled out right into me, thankfully both of us were going slow, no injuries.
Finally got my CRF "temp" plated, been riding it around here and there. Would like to get a top rack for the rear fender so I can put a smallish pelican on top to store a couple things.
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I can get one for you from Promoto Billet
Kid wants to restore the DX50. Ordered a new needle, bowl gasket, petcok. Fuel must be leaking past the old cok and fouling the carb. If that works out we will get the girl painted and restod.
bellavite1
03-29-2020, 17:43
Me I am in full MadMax mode...[Coffee]
Have you even owned one? What do you ride?
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Nope, never rode one. Just seen the big saddled, off road bikes, on the road. Neither a road bike, nor an off-road bike.
I ride a Honda CBR600F4i, posted somewhere earlier in this thread.
-John
hurley842002
04-02-2020, 00:23
Nope, never rode one. Just seen the big saddled, off road bikes, on the road. Neither a road bike, nor an off-road bike.
I ride a Honda CBR600F4i, posted somewhere earlier in this thread.
-JohnWish I would have been able to respond to this before you got banned. Saying you hate something when you've never even tried it out is a special kind of ignorant.
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FYI... my bikes are still in the garage covered in dust. Haven?t had them out yet this year.
The supermoto got parked due for service and I typically service both of the Harleys at the beginning of each riding season regardless of miles. Looks like I?ll be busy soon changing fluids and filters and adjusting belts and chains and what not.
Probably ought to go ahead and put tires on my Road King just to be safe.
The Norseman
04-02-2020, 22:38
Wish I would have been able to respond to this before you got banned. Saying you hate something when you've never even tried it out is a special kind of ignorant.
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Thanks for that Hurley! I think it was pretty douchebag thing for him to say. Responding to his bullshit would have just encouraged him so I let it be...
And BTW, I just re-installed the 17? SM wheels on my DRZ SM. I?m looking to do some social distancing via moto during this whole thing...
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Bike wash day!
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200410/a917a35fb730844ac65e018edf55ae76.jpg
Washed and waxed.
The supermoto is due to be serviced so it will likely stay in the garage until the apocalypse is over.
The Harleys are good to go should the wife and I decide that tomorrow is a good day to put a little social distance between us and the front range.
hurley842002
04-13-2020, 13:27
Social distancing..8090580906
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Hurley - https://cycleracks.com/products/honda-crf250l-rear-rack
I personally recommend doing the flat version w/o hump. I've had both versions and flat is where it's at, since it's more versatile.
I used U-bolts to attach my rear case on the TW200.
https://i.imgur.com/HMfAmqL.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/4oaDvh7.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/wViPGfK.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/NOCEbIu.jpg
hurley842002
04-13-2020, 13:50
Hurley - https://cycleracks.com/products/honda-crf250l-rear-rack
I personally recommend doing the flat version w/o hump. I've had both versions and flat is where it's at, since it's more versatile.
I used U-bolts to attach my rear case on the TW200.
https://i.imgur.com/HMfAmqL.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/4oaDvh7.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/wViPGfK.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/NOCEbIu.jpgI would definitely be more interested sans hump, I'm hoping for something very low profile, and don't need to carry much.
I love those TW's, may have to look into one for my wife, it would do amazing in the sand we have here.
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Hurley - https://cycleracks.com/products/honda-crf250l-rear-rack
I personally recommend doing the flat version w/o hump. I've had both versions and flat is where it's at, since it's more versatile.
I used U-bolts to attach my rear case on the TW200.
https://i.imgur.com/HMfAmqL.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/4oaDvh7.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/wViPGfK.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/NOCEbIu.jpg
How is that bike attached to the truck?
What hump are you guys talking about? Handlebars?
CS1983, do you still have your bike? I need someone to take me trail riding some time.
Erni - hitch mounted carrier: https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-MX-Hauler-Black/dp/B0039L7SFW
It or the “moto jack rack” are good to go.
Irving - on the rear of the rear rack, one can get one with a “hump” at the rear or flat.
I do still have the bike.
Copy. When things return to normal, maybe you can show me how to ride some trails.
Copy. When things return to normal, maybe you can show me how to ride some trails.
Hmmmmm. COAR ride and shoot?
SouthPaw
04-13-2020, 16:51
Hmmmmm. COAR ride and shoot?
At the same time.
Like modern day mounted cavalry.
buffalobo
04-13-2020, 18:01
I'm in. Little old and a little slow but we get there.
Always wanted a machine gun mount for handle bar cross bar.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200413/a00c419151770bde579fbdb5fb5f7f4a.jpg
Old and slow is my style, as I've about zero trail riding experience.
Well heck. Does this mean I need dirt tires for the supermoto?
hurley842002
04-13-2020, 18:48
Well heck. Does this mean I need dirt tires for the supermoto?Absolutely!
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hurley842002
04-13-2020, 18:51
RE the pics I posted above, I'm not as quick (or ballsy) as I was in my racing days, but I've retained the technical skills, the trails behind my house can be deceiving, I hit a deep sandy spot at about 40mph and managed to stay afloat.
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ChickNorris
04-13-2020, 19:12
Buddy of mine does this every year.
https://youtu.be/VfE8NNVccCI
buffalobo
04-13-2020, 19:17
Did you participate/ride?
Buddy of mine does this every year.
https://youtu.be/VfE8NNVccCI
Where do you sign up? Looks fun!
ChickNorris
04-13-2020, 19:31
I didn't go, no. But he swears it's one of the best outings he ever gets to do so I thought Id share it.
Hurley's comment about the sand made me think of it.
Started putting the springer seat on the bike last night, got a little frustrated with HD's lousy instructions. Thanks to Duman for giving me a second set of eyes on the proper install. I was going to finish this morning but got on a roll after I got off the phone with him that I got it installed. Can't wait for it to warm up just a little more and see how is. Just sitting on it I really like the position it puts me in. Need to get some plugs for the mounting holes in the fender for the original seat.
https://i.postimg.cc/1RcHW93p/0E7AFC78-C0C2-42E2-86B7-0EC407182C7E.jpg (https://postimg.cc/PNJYJnZx)
https://i.postimg.cc/pTKZMvYM/1A00FCCF-BF97-4441-A0C9-94BDA35F44B0.jpg (https://postimg.cc/34Jp2Pct)
https://i.postimg.cc/vTztDvNP/62EF4220-E1F3-4D7F-ADB1-FAC27B92B433.jpg (https://postimg.cc/BPjKV2sD)
That worked out beautifully! Glad to help.
Looks a lot like the seats Jeffco has on their FLHTP Police bikes, except they have a little hydraulic shock at the rear. Makes it a right PITA to get to the primary battery.
Looks great on your bike, hope it rides as good as it looks!
kidicarus13
04-18-2020, 11:23
Is TFOG open these days?
Is TFOG open these days?
He worked on my bike a couple months ago... I'm assuming he's still operating his shop.
He worked on my bike a couple months ago...
There were a lot of businesses open a couple of months ago that are currently ?closed until further notice?.
Just saying.
Hoping Tfog is open for business. I could use a set of tires soon.
hurley842002
04-18-2020, 13:52
Regular auto mechanics are open here, as are the cycle shops, essential based on travel.
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Looks a lot like the seats Jeffco has on their FLHTP Police bikes, except they have a little hydraulic shock at the rear. Makes it a right PITA to get to the primary battery.
Looks great on your bike, hope it rides as good as it looks!
Thanks! Yeah the Road King Police bikes have an even bigger saddle. I wanted to get one from the older Cross Bones model but the trick would've been working up a mount for the new frame, so far I'm liking it though only ran a quick errand on it. Hopefully the weather will be better tomorrow.
Is TFOG open these days?
Yessir! We're "essential" under the State order.
kidicarus13
04-18-2020, 15:33
Yessir! We're "essential" under the State order.As you should be!
There were a lot of businesses open a couple of months ago that are currently ?closed until further notice?.
Just saying.
Hoping Tfog is open for business. I could use a set of tires soon.
Gimme a call Ray. Dunlop is running rebates on American Elites, as is Michelin on the new Commander 3, through the end of the month.
Will do.
I'll try and give you a ring at the shop sometime during the week.
Thanks.
SouthPaw
04-20-2020, 21:25
Well I decided to keep the Porsche. I really do like the bike and changed a few things on it. New exhaust, new muscle headlight fairing with LED light, LED lights all the way around and some new handlebars. I did pick up some drag bars too but I?ll try these for a bit to see how they feel. Need a little more butt dyno time to get the power commander dialed in but it?s running pretty good right now.
https://i.postimg.cc/NFZy9vtG/9-DA57-CF8-A5-C8-42-DF-980-D-3-F71-BEFAC7-EC.jpg (https://postimg.cc/q6XBSYgW)
Don?t let the age of that 400 fool you. That?s not necessarily a great ?learning? bike - it?ll likely have some ridiculous power.
Especially the IT400: Primitive suspension, nearly nonexistent brakes, questionable carburetion, and no powervalve,so it has the power delivery of a shotgun trigger. They're an absolute hoot to ride!
Okay, so I got that DT400 running and rode it around for about an hour today. The power band is definitely different than the TTR 225. It feels faster, and I'm pretty sure is faster, but it's not quite a Honda CR500 or anything. On paper we're talking 30 hp (DT400) vs 15hp (TT-R 225). It's just enough more powerful that I was on the edge of getting myself into trouble (I'm a very inexperienced rider), but not enough that I couldn't get out of it. Basically, if I rolled into the power band in first or second while turning, it'd pick up the front tire and go straight. I know that's like day one stuff, but I didn't grow up on bikes. That gets your attention real quick. I need to take these bikes down to TFOG to get run through. Then I need to go ride in the dirt instead of putting around my neighborhood. The power band kicking in on the DT400 is fun and addictive, but it runs out of breath too quick to get into any real trouble. I wonder if I should make that one a street bike though. Might be fun, even though riding on the street makes me super nervous.
Just my two cents, but two strokes don?t make the best street bikes. Having to deal with mixing oil in the gas is going to limit your range unless you want to carry oil everywhere you go. Also, my experience is you?ll likely be rebuilding the top end of it more frequently than you?d like, especially the older air cooled two strokes.
That's probably true. I know next to nothing about bikes. Whenever I start looking at ads for bikes, it seems like they need rebuilt every few hours. This bike is nice in that it has a separate oil tank and the bike mixes it for you, but you're right about it limiting range. From what I was told a full tank of 2-stroke oil lasts about two tanks of gas.
My original thinking wasn't that I should try and mod these bikes to be anything they aren't. More that I got them for free and if I don't ride them, it won't be a big loss or anything. I'm just a sucker for projects and the draw to learn about motorcycles is pretty strong at the moment. What I really want is a nice dirt bike I can tool around on and will be less likely to kill myself in traffic. That's basically what I have now. I also secretly want to understand how to ride a wheelie without killing myself.
buffalobo
04-27-2020, 23:56
That's probably true. I know next to nothing about bikes. Whenever I start looking at ads for bikes, it seems like they need rebuilt every few hours. This bike is nice in that it has a separate oil tank and the bike mixes it for you, but you're right about it limiting range. From what I was told a full tank of 2-stroke oil lasts about two tanks of gas.
My original thinking wasn't that I should try and mod these bikes to be anything they aren't. More that I got them for free and if I don't ride them, it won't be a big loss or anything. I'm just a sucker for projects and the draw to learn about motorcycles is pretty strong at the moment. What I really want is a nice dirt bike I can tool around on and will be less likely to kill myself in traffic. That's basically what I have now. I also secretly want to understand how to ride a wheelie without killing myself.
Practice. Just like you did on your bicycle.
I practice out behind the shop where Mrs bo can't see.
Yeah, once I bring it out to the dirt, that will happen. I think the TTR needs a new clutch. For having as little bike experience as I have, I did once replace a head gasket. What does a DIY clutch replacement rate on the difficulty scale?
You could handle the clutch rebuild easily.
Also, I never trusted the oil injection system. Run it out of oil or it malfunctions and it?s game over for that engine. I had one older bike that had it and I bypassed it and just mixed the oil in the gas like a normal two stroke.
Should be fine with the rebuild. Plenty of resources out there to guide you. When you scrape off any old gaskets/seals, do so with great care.
https://yamaha-enduros.com/index.php/forum/maintenance/52-changing-out-your-clutch-disks
Should be fine with the rebuild. Plenty of resources out there to guide you. When you scrape off any old gaskets/seals, do so with great care.
https://yamaha-enduros.com/index.php/forum/maintenance/52-changing-out-your-clutch-disks
I will keep this tab open for weeks, thanks.
I will keep this tab open for weeks, thanks.
https://i.imgur.com/WLFczJJ.png
Should be fine with the rebuild. Plenty of resources out there to guide you. When you scrape off any old gaskets/seals, do so with great care.
https://yamaha-enduros.com/index.php/forum/maintenance/52-changing-out-your-clutch-disks
Ugh. Screw that guy for not using paragraphs. No way I?d read all of that.
Irving, don?t be surprised once you get into that clutch if you find the clutch basket worn out. Not sure I?ve ever done a clutch on a two stroke dirt bike and didn?t have to either repair or replace the basket.
I was actually asking about the clutch for the four-stroke.
My bad. I haven?t ridden enough to wear out a clutch on a four stroke.
Carry on.
Got the supermoto all services and ready to go. Might go out and get all hooligan on Sunday. Probably ought to stick the 2020 registration sticker on it just in case.
Figure one of you motorcycle guys would appreciate this Harley and sidecar. Looks like he must have been driving by right as someone held a lighter to a ghost's butt.
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Goodburbon
06-09-2020, 12:19
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200609/bccaf88fa64de64a41b99f80bf84518b.jpg
Riding on the CDT was challenging this weekend.
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Continental Divide Trail?
Goodburbon
06-09-2020, 14:25
Continental Divide Trail?
Correct.
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Linkless
06-12-2020, 19:05
HOrrible pic but one of my favorite bikes, probably need to get another soon.
81886
Last Sunday went up over Guanella Pass, damn windy but a great ride. Not sure where I'm headed today lol.
https://i.postimg.cc/WzTFQ1M7/0866AB71-A0D0-4446-B987-05004EFC8927.jpg (https://postimg.cc/r0Zw4cZd)
https://i.postimg.cc/JnwB5q0v/945F3AE9-CFD2-4A18-9C2E-56CCF1AD8519.jpg (https://postimg.cc/3yBRK2gF)
SouthPaw
06-14-2020, 22:10
As always, made some changes. I ended up selling the VROD and CBR. I found an extremely clean, bone stock, one owner 2008 Yamaha Raider 113ci with only 4800 miles on it. I didn?t waste anytime and started making it more my style. 2-1 exhaust, big air kit, Ivan?s flash, 240 rear tire and some 8? straight risers. I had a Raider a year or two ago but for a very short period of time. I forgot how punchy they are and now with all the extras, it would give my old vrod a run for its money. He also had the OEM quick detach sissy bar/pad which I guess is pretty rare.
https://i.postimg.cc/VLznbYsb/03864-A28-6-EFC-438-A-A632-9-A5734-DEFEBB.jpg (https://postimg.cc/JtdGfCk1)
https://i.postimg.cc/ZR3p6ny6/AF0-F0086-6135-4-D34-B194-2647800-AE320.jpg (https://postimg.cc/47fYgJP3)
https://i.postimg.cc/c1RfHKWS/E4786580-6311-4661-9-D7-B-9073-A5-AFD5-A2.jpg (https://postimg.cc/CdKRrxdP)
https://i.postimg.cc/DwJMRdVh/A0580244-1726-4-DCA-8640-3-AE95-E076099.jpg (https://postimg.cc/dhF6yCtN)
In typical SouthPaw fashion, I always rotate sport bikes. I found a deal on 2009 GSXR 1000 K9. Again, one owner, clean and setup nicely. Werkes exhaust and a Power Commander PC-V. He said he had it dyno tuned some years ago and it put down 155hp+ to the wheel. I?ve been running 107 octane in it and it pulls like a freight train. I haven?t owned many Zuk?s but it?s a solid bike. I?ll probably end up selling this one if anyone is interested.
https://i.postimg.cc/FsK141sG/D1-B33480-60-B0-4306-8-D89-75-A985330-A09.jpg (https://postimg.cc/Jt9R3rXB)
And lastly. Of course after picking up the GSXR, a few days later, a beautiful 2011 R1 popped up. I told myself to look away but I had to at least check it out since it was in the next neighborhood over from me. Long story short, it?s now sitting in the garage too. The crossplane R1 is hands down my favorite motorcycle. I?m a Yamaha guy anyways but when the crossplane R1 was first released, I swore I?d have one. I?ve had a few of them over the years so maybe I?ll end up actually keeping one. I wasn?t in love with the color but I was able to look past it due to how clean it is. It is starting to grow on me a bit though.
https://i.postimg.cc/wBx9hGy2/8-C7-EDA8-F-6-F76-45-C7-BEA2-10-ED56-CD038-A.jpg (https://postimg.cc/jD9VTvhn)
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2018 Street Triple R. But not for much longer, looking to sell it sadly...
oldtimer6.5x39
12-13-2020, 13:04
The SV650S is a great bike especially for the money - great choice...
I've been watching some videos of the Isle of Man races.... 200mph on a 37-mile lap which includes tight turns and city streets.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iPjc1sp4Eo
Man, nothing lets you know how inexperienced of a rider you are like riding on snow. Still can't do a wheelie.
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ACtC-3eWaRxXLJvOcyylULRjo-Y3VqfvfRDkBZZmV9HwXH7otBQo7O27zwUUSwV0_EaUsUJtP--1FWNFbLHFhDeP94CK_X-Oc9QnYBn7EXTnv_692fLg_mzqutKAPtFuwv9cgqx7Cfe_5srJk pLN5elBdNBoAg=w758-h568-no?authuser=0
I took this picture a few weeks ago. Seemed like a bike you don't see around here a lot, but I don't really know. Is it British?
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I took this picture a few weeks ago. Seemed like a bike you don't see around here a lot, but I don't really know. Is it British?
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ACtC-3eSXr5VyrVZmG2uDS_96ry_bY4cdWXXH1wSoHAmxZPbNrvUOjN d8bQp6fFNSbjdIjoXsyw7N6Cnb0oUDI5FP66Fm722dREJCcwCK XDWIxaA2m7wqFx2nn9WWwUqvFJF2chReG_QwOeaTZmvbqjDMDk TKQ=w834-h625-no?authuser=0
It's a Royal Enfield Himilayan. Originally a British bike, but I think they are now built in India. Looks like an interesting bike!
https://www.royalenfield.com/
Martinjmpr
12-18-2020, 10:52
It's a Royal Enfield Himilayan. Originally a British bike, but I think they are now built in India. Looks like an interesting bike!
https://www.royalenfield.com/
The Royal Enfield factory was moved to India, I think in the 1950's. Last I heard they were the biggest MC manufacturer in India (and India has a HUGE motorcycle market, mostly due to the fact that motorcycles are cheaper than cars, easier to store, park, etc and the weather generally means you can ride year 'round in most of India.)
RE introduced a line of 2 cyl motorcycles a couple of years ago. There is at least one RE dealer in the Metro area, Foothills, which also sells Triumph and BMW.
https://www.foothillsmotorcycles.com/
Martinjmpr
12-18-2020, 10:53
I used to have a t-shirt that read: "ROYAL ENFIELD: Makes an Ordinary Man into a Mechanic." :D
Here is my KTM 500 EXC-F on a Tenderfoot Mountain trail ride in Dillon this past summer. There is an extensive single track trail system up there that is a blast to ride. If you are in to trail riding and haven't had a chance to check this trail system out give it a go next summer!!!
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Here's my bike...2017 Africa Twin, slightly enhanced. It's the manual version, no DCT for me. Those are fly fishing rods inside the left pannier. If I had to design a bike for Colorado, it would look a lot like the AT.
http://www.catusgroup.com/bikes/ADV/rides/lyons/lyons004.jpg
UncleDave
12-18-2020, 15:01
I like the stealth technology.
Where do I get one of these? I want to look like Wonder Woman in her invisible plane, only a dude.
I'm looking to get a new bike next year, I'm torn between the KTM-890 and the Africa Twin.
I realize there's a big difference in engine size, but they both appeal to me.
If I was going KTM I?d probably go with the 790 Adventure R.
But you do you.
I really like the 790, but it's discontinued being replaced by the 890, same frame. Piston is only a few mm larger in diameter, stroke increased by another few mm.
It would be nice to find it at a local dealer to get a feel for the fit, but they can't keep them in stock. The early 2021 890's are already sold.
Nice. I guess I don't really keep up with stuff like that since I'm not in the market.
The Norseman
12-19-2020, 09:41
My Husaberg fe570 in SM trim
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Is this anything cool?
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https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ACtC-3d0XoM5rBaK2a1fb-d9YUUzZjrw66Ep1lcFzLz1UKXrjlExC3wOkDPpUS0Qxwkk-JgQQSAyiY6hQYwdqMspWcgzTPzbe4nV4nZHklHaO8v_Ycxzilr PAU8-VG9IldQkny9mKPt53zB40BH6Rox4e92JEA=w834-h625-no?authuser=0
Hah. An old Sears branded Puch moped. Probably from the 1970?s.
Personally, I don?t find it very cool but seems there are collectors for just about everything.
I mean a moped can only be so cool in the first place. Collectors value is really the only value, IMO, and this is clearly not in good shape. Nothing in there is likely worth anyway, but when I saw the "Puch," I thought I'd at least ask.
I don?t know anything about Puch other than they made mopeds and scooters. Maybe they made other stuff too? I think they are Austrian so I guess that moped is every bit as awesome as a Glock.
Fentonite
12-29-2020, 22:22
I don?t see much family resemblance...
https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/zz339/fentonite/.highres/EEF9740E-0390-45B2-84BC-23B942D86423_zpsz87wr7qr.jpg (https://app.photobucket.com/u/fentonite/a/2bc6139b-3716-4e5d-8f5a-65b2bb40f654/p/c7e6e807-2f29-40c4-94e0-5dc4db57388d)
I think Patrick has a couple earlier models in his shop. He?d probably be a good source of info (cwripinz).
Pistol Packing Preacher
01-09-2021, 14:02
Harley Sportster XL 1200X 2020
bellavite1
01-09-2021, 14:22
Is this anything cool?
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ACtC-3clEAydluJhpQaU64HiPeO4oGV_iKJMN3BtjVucvT0foDP1Of4 Dq2EbVSyKjorr5aEO3R5OVe0lNg0yJQPbmzGj5caRw3ROQp6II FfkQZXdEw2XSDyKmx7liOcIfW8nNqBf6CWTo3XCNwucYY9ph73 r8g=w834-h625-no?authuser=0
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ACtC-3d0XoM5rBaK2a1fb-d9YUUzZjrw66Ep1lcFzLz1UKXrjlExC3wOkDPpUS0Qxwkk-JgQQSAyiY6hQYwdqMspWcgzTPzbe4nV4nZHklHaO8v_Ycxzilr PAU8-VG9IldQkny9mKPt53zB40BH6Rox4e92JEA=w834-h625-no?authuser=0
The lack of an actual seat puzzles me...I may have seen one like this on Pornhub...[Coffee]
I don?t see much family resemblance...
https://hosting.photobucket.com/albums/zz339/fentonite/.highres/EEF9740E-0390-45B2-84BC-23B942D86423_zpsz87wr7qr.jpg (https://app.photobucket.com/u/fentonite/a/2bc6139b-3716-4e5d-8f5a-65b2bb40f654/p/c7e6e807-2f29-40c4-94e0-5dc4db57388d)
I think Patrick has a couple earlier models in his shop. He?d probably be a good source of info (cwripinz).
Much love for the Pinzgauer. I had a '75 model 710K that was my daily driver in Atlanta for about 4 years. I sold it when I moved to Florida. God, I miss that pig. I mean the Pinz, not Florida... You gotta appreciate a vehicle that comes standard with FAL racks in the back.
Much love for the Pinzgauer. I had a '75 model 710K that was my daily driver in Atlanta for about 4 years. I sold it when I moved to Florida. God, I miss that pig. I mean the Pinz, not Florida... You gotta appreciate a vehicle that comes standard with FAL racks in the back.
The ultimate FAL accessory.
Dinosdeuce
01-22-2021, 16:34
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NFATrustGuy
04-10-2021, 14:23
I finally got this one back up and running within the last week. Drained the old fuel, cleaned out the carb, installed a new plug, and changed the oil. Runs like a top!
I've owned it for about 6 years now. It's tagged and insured, but it won't likely leave my neighborhood.
http://woodardfamily.com/hosted/IMG_2050.JPG
I finally got this one back up and running within the last week. Drained the old fuel, cleaned out the carb, installed a new plug, and changed the oil. Runs like a top!
I've owned it for about 6 years now. It's tagged and insured, but it won't likely leave my neighborhood.
http://woodardfamily.com/hosted/IMG_2050.JPG
I’m jealous. They are a blast. I’ve had so much fun on those.
I finally got this one back up and running within the last week. Drained the old fuel, cleaned out the carb, installed a new plug, and changed the oil. Runs like a top!
I've owned it for about 6 years now. It's tagged and insured, but it won't likely leave my neighborhood.
http://woodardfamily.com/hosted/IMG_2050.JPG
You meet the nicest people on one of those. Or so I?ve heard.
NFATrustGuy
04-10-2021, 19:42
I sold my Goldwing and my NC700 last May and thought I was done with street riding. Problem is that I really enjoy it and couldn't help myself when a buddy of mine told me yesterday that he was heading to the BMW motorcycle dealer to sell his K1600GTL for wholesale. It was in my storage building about 4 hours later...
http://woodardfamily.com/hosted/606ca10793e7f91054400f2f.jpg
Nice, if you suddenly regret it, I've been wanting to get a highway tourer to save the miles on the H2 that are just wasted commuting.
What model year?
I sold my Goldwing and my NC700 last May and thought I was done with street riding. Problem is that I really enjoy it and couldn't help myself when a buddy of mine told me yesterday that he was heading to the BMW motorcycle dealer to sell his K1600GTL for wholesale. It was in my storage building about 4 hours later...
http://woodardfamily.com/hosted/606ca10793e7f91054400f2f.jpg
NFATrustGuy
04-10-2021, 22:04
What model year?
2019 with just shy of 3000 miles. My buddy purchased it new from the dealer in May, 2020.
I finally got this one back up and running within the last week. Drained the old fuel, cleaned out the carb, installed a new plug, and changed the oil. Runs like a top!
I've owned it for about 6 years now. It's tagged and insured, but it won't likely leave my neighborhood.
http://woodardfamily.com/hosted/IMG_2050.JPG
Very nice, but first 90cc wins. :)
T. B. Turner
04-11-2021, 07:12
here's my ride. Bought this new in March 2020. Really like it a lot.
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NFATrustGuy
04-11-2021, 08:43
here's my ride. Bought this new in March 2020. Really like it a lot.
That's pretty cool. I like it without the top case. The red logo really pops, too.
Anyone know if a cheap moped can be had? I want to get the motorcycle endorsement but really don?t intend to ride much beyond that. A cheap beater that I can license on and then sale.
NFATrustGuy
04-11-2021, 10:43
Anyone know if a cheap moped can be had? I want to get the motorcycle endorsement but really don?t intend to ride much beyond that. A cheap beater that I can license on and then sale.
I'm thinking that anything 50cc or less doesn't require a motorcycle endorsement. Most mopeds are 50cc or less and I don't know if they can be used to obtain the motorcycle endorsement.
I made it a point to get my motorcycle endorsement at the same time I originally obtained my driver's license at age 16--36 short years ago! I didn't own a street bike at the time, but had been riding off-road bikes of various flavors since I was 5 years old. My family was 1/2 owner of the local Honda motorcycle dealership at the time, so I borrowed a small street bike (200cc, if I remember correctly) and went and took my "test." The guy stood out in front of the building and told me to take it around the block. I made it back in one piece, so I passed! Good times.
Anyone know if a cheap moped can be had? I want to get the motorcycle endorsement but really don?t intend to ride much beyond that. A cheap beater that I can license on and then sale.
Easiest way to get your motorcycle endorsement is to just pony up $200 and take a class. That?s what my wife did. Did a weekend long class then took her certificate of completion to the DMV and walked out licensed to ride.
buffalobo
04-11-2021, 11:08
ABATE.
leatherneck448
04-11-2021, 13:36
Not too sure why I became "KTM dude" but I can't say I regret it much.
'18 350 XCF and a '17 1090 ADV R.
Second pic is on the slickrock in Green River UT.
3rd is on my first shakedown ride after I bought the bike from Cascade Creek near Idaho Spgs dropping over the pass into Georgetown.
Turns out dabbing foot in a rock garden isn't quite as easy when your ride weighs like 2 and a half dirt bikes.
https://i.imgur.com/EgaAQJu.jpg?1
https://i.imgur.com/NuPkfyW.jpg?1
https://i.imgur.com/WEyquCS.jpg?1
NFATrustGuy
05-29-2021, 12:03
it's been an active springtime for motorcycles around my house...
I already sold the BMW K1600GTL. It was just too much. Too much money, too much weight, too much to go wrong with it. Not enough time to justify having something like that in my garage.
Looking back on it, I really liked my 2014 NC700x and told everyone it was my favorite of all time. The only thing I wished for at the time was a little bit more road going capability and less "dual sport" feel. In all reality, the NC wasn't very well suited to off-road anything and by trying to be off-road capable, it gave up a bit in touring capability.
Having been a huge Honda fan since I was in kindergarten, I'm embarrassed to admit that I never knew the NT700 even existed. It was a big seller in Europe, but it never really caught on here and was only offered for a limited time. The buyer for my big BMW left my driveway last Sunday at about 5pm and I spent the rest of the day surfing Craigslist for a replacement bike. I found this one and bought it on Wednesday from a guy over in Boulder. It's a 2010 with only 6500 miles. I'm pretty sure I paid 30% too much, but I liked it and I don't care!
It needs 2 new tires. I'm pretty convinced I want the Michelin Road 5's, but I've never mounted a motorcycle tire before and I think I'd like to just pay someone to do it. I seem to remember there's a member with a motorcycle shop in Denver and I'd like to send the business to a forum member if it's feasible and if the member wants to mess with something as mundane as mounting a few tires. I can remove and reinstall the wheels, so I'd just drop them off.
In any case, here's my latest...
http://www.woodardfamily.com/hosted/motorcycles/NT700V.jpg
kidicarus13
05-29-2021, 12:20
It needs 2 new tires. I'm pretty convinced I want the Michelin Road 5's, but I've never mounted a motorcycle tire before and I think I'd like to just pay someone to do it. I seem to remember there's a member with a motorcycle shop in Denver and I'd like to send the business to a forum member if it's feasible and if the member wants to mess with something as mundane as mounting a few tires. I can remove and reinstall the wheels, so I'd just drop them off.
https://www.tfogwheelsports.com/
Owner is a member here. Good dude. Been there many times.
it's been an active springtime for motorcycles around my house...
I already sold the BMW K1600GTL. It was just too much. Too much money, too much weight, too much to go wrong with it. Not enough time to justify having something like that in my garage.
Looking back on it, I really liked my 2014 NC700x and told everyone it was my favorite of all time. The only thing I wished for at the time was a little bit more road going capability and less "dual sport" feel. In all reality, the NC wasn't very well suited to off-road anything and by trying to be off-road capable, it gave up a bit in touring capability.
Having been a huge Honda fan since I was in kindergarten, I'm embarrassed to admit that I never knew the NT700 even existed. It was a big seller in Europe, but it never really caught on here and was only offered for a limited time. The buyer for my big BMW left my driveway last Sunday at about 5pm and I spent the rest of the day surfing Craigslist for a replacement bike. I found this one and bought it on Wednesday from a guy over in Boulder. It's a 2010 with only 6500 miles. I'm pretty sure I paid 30% too much, but I liked it and I don't care!
It needs 2 new tires. I'm pretty convinced I want the Michelin Road 5's, but I've never mounted a motorcycle tire before and I think I'd like to just pay someone to do it. I seem to remember there's a member with a motorcycle shop in Denver and I'd like to send the business to a forum member if it's feasible and if the member wants to mess with something as mundane as mounting a few tires. I can remove and reinstall the wheels, so I'd just drop them off.
In any case, here's my latest...
You can always give me a holler on tires. I keep the PR5s in stock.
NFATrustGuy
05-29-2021, 14:30
Thanks folks. Sending TFog a PM right now.
Great-Kazoo
05-29-2021, 15:19
Thanks folks. Sending TFog a PM right now.
Those BMW's are nice. Till you need something on the road. IMO their lack of support, dealer wise, across the country, is kind of sparse.
NFATrustGuy
05-29-2021, 19:40
Those BMW's are nice. Till you need something on the road. IMO their lack of support, dealer wise, across the country, is kind of sparse.
Yah. I was coming to that conclusion in reading the K1600 forum. To make matters worse, there seemed to be a constant stream of issues, recalls, stop sales, etc. The German feel along with the fit and finish is enticing, but I just don't have the patience or the time to deal with that stuff. The guy who bought it texted me yesterday morning to say that the reverse gearing was making a huge racket so he took it to the dealer. The dealer told him it could be anything from a replacement part in the reverse gearing to a NEW ENGINE!?! It's still under the factory warranty, so nobody is getting too excited, but that's the kind of stuff that really boils my blood when you pay a premium for what's supposed to be a premium product.
I've been a Honda motorcycle fan since I was in kindergarten, so it's always my fallback. I really enjoy riding, but I'll never be the Iron Butt poster child. I've come to the realization that I'm at least one airplane hobby away from being a serious motorcycle touring rider. I anticipate that the longest ride I'll do in the next 15 years will probably be to Steamboat and back. I don't need (or want) a big Goldwing or a K1600GTL for that kind of riding.
TFogger and I have been chatting by PM re: some new rubber for the new ride. I'm planning to send him a PM with the green light to order in a tire or two for me as soon as I've posted this message. For anyone in the market, he beats RevZilla prices by enough that even after taxes, he's less expensive. His mounting fees are very reasonable, too, and I feel much better giving a local person the business rather than mail order whenever I can.
Bailey Guns
06-08-2021, 19:27
Just rescued this little guy from a life of loneliness in a garage in Ft Worth. It's a 2011 Sportster 1200C. My first Sportster and I'm surprised at how fun it is to ride. It had 1074 miles on the odo when I picked it up. If I didn't know better I'd swear this thing was just off the showroom floor. Seller threw in a brand new battery and new tires (I have to have the tires installed). The tires on it are original to the bike so I'm a little leery of them.
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Nice girls bike! LOL, kidding-to me Sportys have been some of the most fun bikes to run around on, great for day rides. Probably the bike I miss the most is the ‘06 1200 Roadster I had. Last year of the carbed motor, dual plug heads, had it “breathed on” a little bit. 97hp with 95ft lbs torque. Upgraded the suspension and brakes. All my pics are stuck on my old photobucket account.
Enjoy, ride safe.
AirbornePathogen
02-22-2022, 09:19
Nice Sporty, Bailey! I'd swear it was brand new too.
Got rid of my Suzuki about a year and a half ago and got myself a Sporty, mine's a 2015 883 SuperLow. My second bike and my first Harley.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/ba1938c39d8ec611c9d2d053cc31b92f.jpg
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Ugh. The Sportster pictures are making my knees, elbows, and lower back hurt.
Don?t get me wrong, I?m not disrespecting the bike and I?ve owned a few. I guess I?m just getting too old for those things.
NFATrustGuy
02-22-2022, 23:19
I picked up one of these today... A 2022 Honda Navi. It's basically a scooter with more interesting styling. I'm told it's the least expensive motorcycle for sale in 2022. I'm planning to use it around the neighborhood. I haven't ridden one and wasn't about to take it for a test ride today when I picked it up. I'm a fair weather rider and 5 degrees doesn't work for me!
http://www.woodardfamily.com/hosted/HondaNavi.jpg
Great-Kazoo
02-23-2022, 00:32
I picked up one of these today... A 2022 Honda Navi. It's basically a scooter with more interesting styling. I'm told it's the least expensive motorcycle for sale in 2022. I'm planning to use it around the neighborhood. I haven't ridden one and wasn't about to take it for a test ride today when I picked it up. I'm a fair weather rider and 5 degrees doesn't work for me!
http://www.woodardfamily.com/hosted/HondaNavi.jpg
That an EV?
encorehunter
02-23-2022, 06:28
I picked up one of these today... A 2022 Honda Navi. It's basically a scooter with more interesting styling. I'm told it's the least expensive motorcycle for sale in 2022. I'm planning to use it around the neighborhood. I haven't ridden one and wasn't about to take it for a test ride today when I picked it up. I'm a fair weather rider and 5 degrees doesn't work for me!
http://www.woodardfamily.com/hosted/HondaNavi.jpg
That's is pretty neat. I have looked at the Grom, but I am hold out for the Trail 125 if I can find one. They had one in Pueblo West, but it was almost $1000 over MSRP. I have about 2 miles of dirt road to the house, plus we had a Trail 90 growing up that I learned on.
NFATrustGuy
02-23-2022, 07:39
That an EV?
Uh...nope!
NFATrustGuy
02-23-2022, 07:51
That's is pretty neat. I have looked at the Grom, but I am hold out for the Trail 125 if I can find one. They had one in Pueblo West, but it was almost $1000 over MSRP. I have about 2 miles of dirt road to the house, plus we had a Trail 90 growing up that I learned on.
I really like the Trail 125, too, but I’ve found them impossible to get, too. Whenever supply catches up with demand, I’ll probably buy one. I have a 1981 Trail 110 that’s in perfect condition and I love it for running around the neighborhood.
I had a frustrating experience at the dealer yesterday when I went to pick it up. Between an inflated sales price and a pile of bullshit fees, my $1807 toy was going to be $3600 out the door. I got them down to $2600-ish, but I will always have a bad taste in my mouth about the deal and will likely never buy from them again. I guess this is what happens when a friendly hometown dealer is purchased by the Elway group. Can you imagine if Costco tacked on $800 in fees on an $1800 purchase? Next time I’ll shop the shit out of it and I swear I’ll drive to Omaha with my trailer if that’s what it takes to avoid getting poked. Yes, I’m that stubborn!
SouthPaw
04-03-2022, 20:30
What are your CCW setups while you ride? I’m trying to find a lighter flannel shirt with an inside pocket but it seems they only make jackets with it. I’m not sure if I’m old enough for a vest yet but I’m considering an ankle setup, or something. I carry a 43X AIWB normally.
Pics of the new to me saddlebags I scored for $20.
https://i.postimg.cc/ZKn05KmD/413-D709-E-4-B95-45-B1-9-D89-718-B0-ACB128-C.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/FzWRVwyZ/41658958-768-A-4-C75-91-BE-7644-F3648-C9-B.jpg (https://postimg.cc/m19BbX6z)
https://i.postimg.cc/BQzbL9QZ/5-BEB4274-81-D9-4078-AFDA-D7203-A19-D9-F4.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
SouthPaw
04-05-2022, 08:33
Sling it.
Terminator style.
Colorobo
09-26-2022, 20:02
91607Moto Guzzi Red is 2003 Le Mans Yellow 1997 1100 sport. I love them.91606
Did the MSF on this one.
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I started this year with 1 bike.
2007 Triumph Tiger 1050 sport tourer
Then I got a deal on a
2012 Kawasaki KLR-650 and paid that off in 4 months.
Then I went to pawn shop and found a muscle bike.
2009 Yamaha Road Star Warrior 1700
After I picked up all those I still miss my sport bike.
2015 Kawasaki ZX-10R 30th anniversary with 12,000 miles.
That is the bike I feel most comfortable on too.
I may flip the other bikes.
I wish I could post pictures. But they are on my phone.
Nice wheels. Don't let anyone just ride them.
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