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#31

09-09-2008 | 03:07 AM

MidnitEvil

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From: Joliet, Illinois

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Originally Posted by Norb

I bought it from a private party. My neighbors nephew was selling it. I just kind of fell into it. I was interested in buying a bike but knew I probably could not afford one with all the other toys I have. (wife)

Then this bike came along and I got a smokin' deal. Even my wife said you would be stupid to pass it up. So here it is.

I kind of unique. Based on the racing heritage. Which is cool but it kind of limits me to what I can do to the bike. Bags or windshield just would not look good on this type of bike. What do you think?

I think you could easily get away with some bags. Windshield? I think it looks like *** on my bike -but- riding more then a few miles on the interstate at 70+ mph is a hell of a lot easier with it You get the detachable windshield - keep it off most of the time, throw it on when you plan on hitting a long stretch on 55 (or 355, 80, 294...). Plus, it's gives you a good spot to mount your I-Pass.

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09-09-2008 | 03:10 AM

MidnitEvil

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Originally Posted by Norb

Passed the test today!

Whoo Hoo! Congrats man!

Now... go hit Bluff Road in between Rt 53 & Lemont Road. It's a nice ride - good hills and curves. ... and the one that says 15 mph - tight 90 to the left then tight 90 to the right? Take it at 15 your first time through!

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#33

09-09-2008 | 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by fontana1205

I still dont understand how going as slow as possible around accouple of cones makes us good riders. cars dont have to .
no road test , alot of the test makes no sense.

In Illinois, to get your license to drive a car, you most assuredly have to take a road test.

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#34

09-09-2008 | 09:13 PM

Screamin00

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Originally Posted by Norb

I run into problems on the cone weaves. I practiced at our church parking lot and did good. Until I go to the test. Then I bomb out. I noticed that a lot of dealers have classes for 350 bucks and then take you for the test. They provide a small bike so it almost guarantee their students will pass. I guess I just need more practice. Thanks for your input guys.

pretty sure they have 500cc buells, at least thats what they had when I took it. A course is a great idea even for people that know how to ride, I would just do that

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