The Official Motorcycles/Scooters Thread
:giggity: !! Put that on my list!!
Also, Aprilia is bringing their RS125 over to the US. Helllllooooo trackbike!!
http://www.aprilia.com/en-US/Model/4.../Overview.aspx
Standard photo, but they sell replica paint options as well:
Also, Aprilia is bringing their RS125 over to the US. Helllllooooo trackbike!!
http://www.aprilia.com/en-US/Model/4.../Overview.aspx
Standard photo, but they sell replica paint options as well:
I wanted one of those so badly when I first got my endorsement. That'll be one that is definitely on the add list.
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Do want. Really, really bad. If it makes production (and those who know claim it will, but most likely not for NA), it will join the stable.
http://world.honda.com/news/2010/210...rer/index.html
Terry
http://world.honda.com/news/2010/210...rer/index.html
Terry
The sizzle in the Steak
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Do tell...about how you got to ride an F4!!!
Do want. Really, really bad. If it makes production (and those who know claim it will, but most likely not for NA), it will join the stable.
http://world.honda.com/news/2010/210...rer/index.html
Terry
http://world.honda.com/news/2010/210...rer/index.html
Terry
I think I want to get my niece this for Christmas, I just wish it was pedal powered.
http://www.pure-triumph.com/products...ign=GoogleBase
http://www.pure-triumph.com/products...ign=GoogleBase
How the hell did I miss this?????
http://hondanews.com/channels/powers...ipated-cb1000r
American Honda Announces Release of the Much-Anticipated CB1000R
11/02/2010 - Torrance, CA
American Honda Motor Company's Powersports division announced to its dealers today the release of the CB1000R, a high-performance and versatile "naked bike."
"Last week we introduced the all-new entry-level CBR250R and we're just as excited about this addition to Honda's lineup for 2011," said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. "The CB1000R fills a great position in today's market as we now bring a very capable sport machine packed with high-performance features to riders who focus on street use—wherever and whatever their destination may be. Whether it's a quick trip down a favorite backroad, a weeklong ride through a few states, or anything in between, the CB1000R is versatile enough to do it all."
11/02/2010 - Torrance, CA
American Honda Motor Company's Powersports division announced to its dealers today the release of the CB1000R, a high-performance and versatile "naked bike."
"Last week we introduced the all-new entry-level CBR250R and we're just as excited about this addition to Honda's lineup for 2011," said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. "The CB1000R fills a great position in today's market as we now bring a very capable sport machine packed with high-performance features to riders who focus on street use—wherever and whatever their destination may be. Whether it's a quick trip down a favorite backroad, a weeklong ride through a few states, or anything in between, the CB1000R is versatile enough to do it all."
AM Flakes still Drippin'
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Local dealership out here had a Ducati factory demo truck so they asked their MV rep to show up too with a couple of bikes. I grabbed rides on the F4 and Ducati Streetfigher.
F4 was fantastic, Streetfighter was good, but not great.
Gotta look for more opportunities to ride under other people's coverage because it really is the best way to find out how all these different bikes feel.
F4 was fantastic, Streetfighter was good, but not great.
Gotta look for more opportunities to ride under other people's coverage because it really is the best way to find out how all these different bikes feel.
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From: Phoenix, AZ
Took a 2 hour ride today to Payson, AZ up a little higher in elevation and then 2 hours back. I am glad I had the liner for my jacket because it got pretty chilly on the way up. OK, I am a wuss for cold, but I did see another rider putting on a sweatshirt, so I know it wasn't just me.
Anachostic, you were right. Riding in fishnet stockings a bustier is not a good idea for long distance.
Upon arriving in Payson, though, I did something terribly embarrassing. In a parking lot with people around, I gently set the bike down on it's side (at a stop) while spewing all manner of curses. I ALMOST saved it, but no. So... Now I have a very slightly scratched clutch cover and a giant bruise on my thigh. My ego is probably the most wounded of all. One guy noticed I was a little trapped under the bike (left leg) and came over to help, but I already had the bike up by then.
Better this bike in this current condition than a nice new expensive one, right?
Anachostic, you were right. Riding in fishnet stockings a bustier is not a good idea for long distance.
Upon arriving in Payson, though, I did something terribly embarrassing. In a parking lot with people around, I gently set the bike down on it's side (at a stop) while spewing all manner of curses. I ALMOST saved it, but no. So... Now I have a very slightly scratched clutch cover and a giant bruise on my thigh. My ego is probably the most wounded of all. One guy noticed I was a little trapped under the bike (left leg) and came over to help, but I already had the bike up by then.
Better this bike in this current condition than a nice new expensive one, right?
Took a 2 hour ride today to Payson, AZ up a little higher in elevation and then 2 hours back. I am glad I had the liner for my jacket because it got pretty chilly on the way up. OK, I am a wuss for cold, but I did see another rider putting on a sweatshirt, so I know it wasn't just me.
Anachostic, you were right. Riding in fishnet stockings a bustier is not a good idea for long distance.
Upon arriving in Payson, though, I did something terribly embarrassing. In a parking lot with people around, I gently set the bike down on it's side (at a stop) while spewing all manner of curses. I ALMOST saved it, but no. So... Now I have a very slightly scratched clutch cover and a giant bruise on my thigh. My ego is probably the most wounded of all. One guy noticed I was a little trapped under the bike (left leg) and came over to help, but I already had the bike up by then.
Better this bike in this current condition than a nice new expensive one, right?
Anachostic, you were right. Riding in fishnet stockings a bustier is not a good idea for long distance.
Upon arriving in Payson, though, I did something terribly embarrassing. In a parking lot with people around, I gently set the bike down on it's side (at a stop) while spewing all manner of curses. I ALMOST saved it, but no. So... Now I have a very slightly scratched clutch cover and a giant bruise on my thigh. My ego is probably the most wounded of all. One guy noticed I was a little trapped under the bike (left leg) and came over to help, but I already had the bike up by then.
Better this bike in this current condition than a nice new expensive one, right?
Its too damn cold here to ride. I want summer back
Upon arriving in Payson, though, I did something terribly embarrassing. In a parking lot with people around, I gently set the bike down on it's side (at a stop) while spewing all manner of curses. I ALMOST saved it, but no. So... Now I have a very slightly scratched clutch cover and a giant bruise on my thigh. My ego is probably the most wounded of all. One guy noticed I was a little trapped under the bike (left leg) and came over to help, but I already had the bike up by then.
Better this bike in this current condition than a nice new expensive one, right?
Better this bike in this current condition than a nice new expensive one, right?
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yeah, I will have a nasty bruise on my left thigh, but I am OK. Put side kickstand down, released front brake, released clutch, then reached for kill switch as the bike lurched forward (was in gear) and retracted the kickstand. 
:angrypuppy:
:angrypuppy:
Saw this the other night on the highway heading home. Stogie, did you fail to mention to us that you recently aquired a pet parrot???
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Last edited by SuperTrooper169; Nov 12, 2010 at 03:49 PM.
recently picked up a new project. have been busy cutting, changing and polishing. just finished making the new basics only wiring harness, no BS. lots of new parts on the way this week, including tires.
Haha I think I'm gonna have to say I got everyone here beat...chick magnet right here lol.
2009 Honda Ruckus. If I tuck in and go downhill, she'll do 45. Its an absolute blast offroad.
2009 Honda Ruckus. If I tuck in and go downhill, she'll do 45. Its an absolute blast offroad.
little custom flat black sanded through to primer, cleaned and polished the tach, polish bracket, ss brake line and front brake sensor banjo bolt (still need to run wires to brake light)
refurb'd tach with some elbow grease
new exhaust finally installed with new crush gaskets, new pegs and kickstarter rubber
ss brake line (no more 40 year old rubber lines)
refurb'd tach with some elbow grease
new exhaust finally installed with new crush gaskets, new pegs and kickstarter rubber
ss brake line (no more 40 year old rubber lines)
Last edited by distortedolskool; Dec 11, 2010 at 07:22 PM.
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^ Wow! Awesome. Your pipes must sound awesome!
I have a 78 K8 and plenty of desire but no real know how on how to fix it. It pretty much doesn't need fixing, but I am having some issues with the drum brake. I am on SOHC4.net and also have the Clymer and shop manual for it.
Also, PO put pods on but gave me the airbox. I would like to get it back on but have NO idea what I am doing inside a carb as far as setting the needles.
Mostly, I am just afraid to start, since I have never worked on bikes (OK, anything...).
I have a 78 K8 and plenty of desire but no real know how on how to fix it. It pretty much doesn't need fixing, but I am having some issues with the drum brake. I am on SOHC4.net and also have the Clymer and shop manual for it.
Also, PO put pods on but gave me the airbox. I would like to get it back on but have NO idea what I am doing inside a carb as far as setting the needles.
Mostly, I am just afraid to start, since I have never worked on bikes (OK, anything...).
Last edited by stogie1020; Dec 11, 2010 at 07:37 PM.
^ Wow! Awesome. Your pipes must sound awesome!
I have a 78 K8 and plenty of desire but no real know how on how to fix it. It pretty much doesn't need fixing, but I am having some issues with the drum brake. I am on SOHC4.net and also have the Clymer and shop manual for it.
Also, PO put pods on but gave me the airbox. I would like to get it back on but have NO idea what I am doing inside a carb as far as setting the needles.
Mostly, I am just afraid to start, since I have never worked on bikes (OK, anything...).
I have a 78 K8 and plenty of desire but no real know how on how to fix it. It pretty much doesn't need fixing, but I am having some issues with the drum brake. I am on SOHC4.net and also have the Clymer and shop manual for it.
Also, PO put pods on but gave me the airbox. I would like to get it back on but have NO idea what I am doing inside a carb as far as setting the needles.
Mostly, I am just afraid to start, since I have never worked on bikes (OK, anything...).
next year my plan is tear down the engine and start from the frame up. last week i cut the old harness out and completely rewired it with just the shop manual wiring diagrams. amazingly it started right up without issues and i learned a whole lot.