Sportsters are not Entry Level Bikes
#41
05-04-2014, 07:08 PM
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#42
05-04-2014, 07:09 PM
I rode sportbikes for many many years (last one was a Ducati 1198) and I'll tell you, not many girls like riding on them because the "rear seats" are for appearance only I guarantee you. They aren't comfortable at all. On the performance side you simply can't fathom the feeling of blasting triple digits in second gear.
I'll let you in on a little secret ALL bikes have little problems that can plague them if they aren't taken care of quickly. Change the clutch once and be done with it.
As far as your race offer, I get to pick the type of race and I say we go 300 miles, non-stop and whoever runs out of gas first loses. What do you say?
I'll let you in on a little secret ALL bikes have little problems that can plague them if they aren't taken care of quickly. Change the clutch once and be done with it.
As far as your race offer, I get to pick the type of race and I say we go 300 miles, non-stop and whoever runs out of gas first loses. What do you say?
#43
05-04-2014, 07:14 PM
Believe it or not I started out on a 350 HD Sprint. Then I got a 900 Spurtster. Then I turned 17 ;-)
#44
05-04-2014, 07:15 PM
There is no such thing as a natural progression when it comes to motorcycle riding. I go to the dealership every spring with the money and hopes to buy anything on the showroom floor. Then I buy a jacket or new gloves and walk out knowing my bike is cooler looking and better handling than anything the dealer has to offer.
Oh btw we've downsized our cages in favor of fuel efficiency without giving up any of the luxuries. I love my country but we are one of the most wasteful nations in the world hands down.
#45
05-04-2014, 07:18 PM
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I figure once we pass mile marker 150-160 we won't see the Sporty any more. We can stretch it out to 250 then stop and have a beer and burger while we wait on the wrecker to bring the loser in, with his title in hand. I won't take his bike, I think we should make him wash ours as penance.
I've lived in all of those places you've mentioned. Thanks for saving the planet one gallon at a time but never once have I bought a vehicle for fuel efficiency. Please keep your Prius out of the left lane.....
I've lived in all of those places you've mentioned. Thanks for saving the planet one gallon at a time but never once have I bought a vehicle for fuel efficiency. Please keep your Prius out of the left lane.....
Last edited by Juan L; 05-04-2014 at 07:22 PM.
#46
05-04-2014, 07:22 PM
Had to laugh, your definitely clueless. My first ride was a minibike followed by a Honda Mini Trail 70. Man sized bike? Go to Asia where the man sized bike is 70cc to 250cc machines. Yeah a 125cc/250cc machine pulling a side car as a business vehicle. Go to Europe where sub 1000cc machines are the norm.
There is no such thing as a natural progression when it comes to motorcycle riding. I go to the dealership every spring with the money and hopes to buy anything on the showroom floor. Then I buy a jacket or new gloves and walk out knowing my bike is cooler looking and better handling than anything the dealer has to offer.
Oh btw we've downsized our cages in favor of fuel efficiency without giving up any of the luxuries. I love my country but we are one of the most wasteful nations in the world hands down.
There is no such thing as a natural progression when it comes to motorcycle riding. I go to the dealership every spring with the money and hopes to buy anything on the showroom floor. Then I buy a jacket or new gloves and walk out knowing my bike is cooler looking and better handling than anything the dealer has to offer.
Oh btw we've downsized our cages in favor of fuel efficiency without giving up any of the luxuries. I love my country but we are one of the most wasteful nations in the world hands down.
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05-04-2014, 07:25 PM
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I rode sportbikes for many many years (last one was a Ducati 1198) and I'll tell you, not many girls like riding on them because the "rear seats" are for appearance only I guarantee you. They aren't comfortable at all. On the performance side you simply can't fathom the feeling of blasting triple digits in second gear. I'll let you in on a little secret ALL bikes have little problems that can plague them if they aren't taken care of quickly. Change the clutch once and be done with it. As far as your race offer, I get to pick the type of race and I say we go 300 miles, non-stop and whoever runs out of gas first loses. What do you say?
#48
05-04-2014, 07:27 PM
I figure once we pass mile marker 150-160 we won't see the Sporty any more. We can stretch it out to 250 then stop and have a beer and burger while we wait on the wrecker to bring the loser in, with his title in hand. I won't take his bike, I think we should make him wash ours as penance.
I've lived in all of those places you've mentioned. Thanks for saving the planet one gallon at a time but never once have I bought a vehicle for fuel efficiency. Please keep your Prius out of the left lane.....
I've lived in all of those places you've mentioned. Thanks for saving the planet one gallon at a time but never once have I bought a vehicle for fuel efficiency. Please keep your Prius out of the left lane.....
Oh don't get me started on Prius's! Those dang clown cars shouldn't be allowed on freeways!
#49
05-04-2014, 07:29 PM
Why are you talking to me like I know nothing about sport bikes??? I never put them down nor did I compare them to a sportster. I have ridden many but have never personally owned one because I physically can't ride a long distance on one and yes, they aren't comfortable. Thus why I stated I chose a sportster. It's still agile AND quick; I didn't say sport bike quick. Also, It isn't my grandfather's couch, LOL.
#50
05-04-2014, 07:30 PM
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Why are you talking to me like I know nothing about sport bikes??? I never put them down nor did I compare them to a sportster. I have ridden many but have never personally owned one because I physically can't ride a long distance on one and yes, they aren't comfortable. Thus why I stated I chose a sportster. It's still agile AND quick; I didn't say sport bike quick. Also, It isn't my grandfather's couch, LOL.
So how about that race you wanted? 300 miles non-stop? You can go as fast as you want, old JustaHawg and I will just putt down the road.....
Last edited by Juan L; 05-04-2014 at 07:32 PM.