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Old 07-16-2012, 07:24 AM
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Ever since I started riding bikes nearly 50 years ago I have made it a point to go the ton (100 mph) at least once on each bike I've owned that had the potential to do so. I've done it on Triumphs, BSA's, Hondas, an Ariel Square Four, Nortons, and Royal Enfields.

After break-in, I took my '05 XL1200R up to what the speedometer said was 105 mph. I don't know the speedo's error at that speed, but it certainly had more in it when I backed down at that point. Just wondering if anyone else has my perverted need to go the ton at least once on each bike they've owned.
 
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Old 07-16-2012, 07:50 AM
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Havent done it on every bike, though I have definitely done it on my Sporty more than once!
 
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Old 07-16-2012, 08:51 AM
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YES!...i have that weird need to do that as well. Feels like i'm always pushed to do it by my inner self
 
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Always did in my younger days. Just dont feel the need anymore. Think the fastest Ive been on my current bike is 87
 
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Figured I wouldn't want to, but I was wrong....had to take it up to 105. Smooth ride.
 
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For some reason I typically find myself doing it almost once every ride.
 
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Old 07-16-2012, 02:03 PM
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I am with Hog Rider. I go 100 every morning on the way to work. Maybe its a WV thing.
 
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I am with Hog Rider. I go 100 every morning on the way to work. Maybe its a WV thing.
I work 3 miles from my house. I should start doing that. I could leave at 7:58
 
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I work 3 miles from my house. I should start doing that. I could leave at 7:58
LOL, or leave sooner and walk LOL! I have been very fast all on my bikes.
 
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Do the Ton.........me? Mmmmmmmm, maybe on occasion.
 


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