Well, finally got one. New toy!!
01-02-2008, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by joerockt
Uhhhh, the guy was talking about getting a Duc 1098...Are you serious?
Do you actually read the posts. I never said I was getting a Duc 1098...
Originally Posted by juniorbean
^ LOL, probably not. Looking at a Monster. Which one depends on how comfortable I am although my neighbor is trying to convince me to look at their Superbikes (either the 848 or 1098).
We'll see... I still need to get my permit and take the MSF course... so baby steps
We'll see... I still need to get my permit and take the MSF course... so baby steps
And who you calling grandpa? You're older them me
01-02-2008, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by evilone
grats junior. As a sportbike rider, and enthusiast, I personaly don't think than Duc's are worth the money. You can get a better Jap bike for A LOT cheaper. 
Be safe and ALWAYS wear gear.. It will help save your life when you go down.
Be safe and ALWAYS wear gear.. It will help save your life when you go down. Duc FTW.
01-02-2008, 06:38 PM
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COME AT ME BRO!
Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
MEH....Jap bikes don't look or sound like a Duc.
Duc FTW.
Duc FTW.
Duc's are good bikes. I mean in this day and age there is really no BAD bike.
01-02-2008, 07:30 PM
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Congratulations. Be safe
01-03-2008, 03:27 PM
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COME AT ME BRO!
Originally Posted by majin ssj eric
I'm pretty sure my ZX10R would embarass a 1098 on the track (but my oh my is the Duc prettier to look at)!
Lol I read Roadracer X alot.
01-03-2008, 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
^ LOL, probably not. Looking at a Monster. Which one depends on how comfortable I am although my neighbor is trying to convince me to look at their Superbikes (either the 848 or 1098).
We'll see... I still need to get my permit and take the MSF course... so baby steps
We'll see... I still need to get my permit and take the MSF course... so baby steps
Of course, I'm biased though because I have an S2R 800. The monster is like freaking work of art, there are so many damn mods for it. There's a timeless classic look to them that will never go out of style. In the meantime, have fun with the EX 250. There will probably be haters who poke fun at it, but it's the best learner bike here in the states, aside from the new '08 version that Kawi recently introduced. Ride the hell out of it, then sell it on craigslist and put the money down on a Duc. Oh, and whoever said that Ducatis don't do well on the track, they did WIN MotoGP last year by a substantial margin if I recall....
01-04-2008, 12:06 AM
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i freakin love the honda cbrs..... but nice bike bro =).. better keep watch ofit... my friend got his stolen 3 weeks after he got it.... he only had liability and didnt receive a dime from insurance because he couldnt afford the full coverage...
01-04-2008, 09:19 AM
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Cool, never rode a 250 but riding is still lots of fun. Stay safe out there. I wanted a 600RR so damn badly but I don't think I can afford insurance and payments on a bike. 
Even practicing in an huge, empty parking lot I still wore a helmet and gloves.
Even practicing in an huge, empty parking lot I still wore a helmet and gloves.
01-07-2008, 10:28 AM
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Well, got my permit on Friday!! I also signed up for the MSF course which will be Jan. 18-20...
Then yesterday, my neighbor took me out and we went to the clubhouse parking lot in our community to work on some stuff. Started off with clutch walking, and by the end of my "lesson" was working on the "grab 2, stomp 2" with braking and downshifting. He even had me lock up the rear brake a few times to show me what happens, etc. It was really good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to learning more
And yes, wore my helmet and gloves as well as boots...
Then yesterday, my neighbor took me out and we went to the clubhouse parking lot in our community to work on some stuff. Started off with clutch walking, and by the end of my "lesson" was working on the "grab 2, stomp 2" with braking and downshifting. He even had me lock up the rear brake a few times to show me what happens, etc. It was really good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to learning more
And yes, wore my helmet and gloves as well as boots...
01-07-2008, 11:06 AM
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Awesome man!
I have been thinking a lot about getting another bike come Spring. I just don't think I could go without one. It'll suck having another monthly payment, but I know it will make me happy.
I have been thinking a lot about getting another bike come Spring. I just don't think I could go without one. It'll suck having another monthly payment, but I know it will make me happy.
01-07-2008, 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
Well, got my permit on Friday!! I also signed up for the MSF course which will be Jan. 18-20...
Then yesterday, my neighbor took me out and we went to the clubhouse parking lot in our community to work on some stuff. Started off with clutch walking, and by the end of my "lesson" was working on the "grab 2, stomp 2" with braking and downshifting. He even had me lock up the rear brake a few times to show me what happens, etc. It was really good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to learning more
And yes, wore my helmet and gloves as well as boots...
Then yesterday, my neighbor took me out and we went to the clubhouse parking lot in our community to work on some stuff. Started off with clutch walking, and by the end of my "lesson" was working on the "grab 2, stomp 2" with braking and downshifting. He even had me lock up the rear brake a few times to show me what happens, etc. It was really good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to learning more
And yes, wore my helmet and gloves as well as boots...
01-07-2008, 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
Well, got my permit on Friday!! I also signed up for the MSF course which will be Jan. 18-20...
Then yesterday, my neighbor took me out and we went to the clubhouse parking lot in our community to work on some stuff. Started off with clutch walking, and by the end of my "lesson" was working on the "grab 2, stomp 2" with braking and downshifting. He even had me lock up the rear brake a few times to show me what happens, etc. It was really good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to learning more
And yes, wore my helmet and gloves as well as boots...
Then yesterday, my neighbor took me out and we went to the clubhouse parking lot in our community to work on some stuff. Started off with clutch walking, and by the end of my "lesson" was working on the "grab 2, stomp 2" with braking and downshifting. He even had me lock up the rear brake a few times to show me what happens, etc. It was really good and I learned a lot. Looking forward to learning more
And yes, wore my helmet and gloves as well as boots...
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Its also just plain physics. When you grab a handfull of front brake, the nose dives and all the weight shifts forward. This of course lightens the downforce or the rear wheel, and increases the chances of a lockup if you step on the rear brake.
02-04-2008, 11:51 AM
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FYI, finally got to take the MSF class this past weekend after the first one was canceled. Passed with flying colors (100% on the written, only 1 point off on the riding)!!
Now I just have to get to the DMV this week to get my license and register my bike
Now I just have to get to the DMV this week to get my license and register my bike
02-04-2008, 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
FYI, finally got to take the MSF class this past weekend after the first one was canceled. Passed with flying colors (100% on the written, only 1 point off on the riding)!!
Now I just have to get to the DMV this week to get my license and register my bike
Now I just have to get to the DMV this week to get my license and register my bike
1 pt off on the riding??? What happened?
I somehow aced it even though I almost dropped the bike on the quick stop. I literally was 2 inches from the bike hitting the ground, but I called upon my inner strength and was able to pull the bike back up, hahaha. Everyone was like...how did he ace it when he almost dumped the bike???? hahaha.
02-04-2008, 12:20 PM
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^ I got robbed IMO
In the quick stop, when I "stomped" the gear shift to downshift to first, the bike only went to neutral (it was hard to find neutral on that bike the whole weekend... probably b/c it's abused). Nothing I could do about it...
In the quick stop, when I "stomped" the gear shift to downshift to first, the bike only went to neutral (it was hard to find neutral on that bike the whole weekend... probably b/c it's abused). Nothing I could do about it...
02-04-2008, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
^ I got robbed IMO
In the quick stop, when I "stomped" the gear shift to downshift to first, the bike only went to neutral (it was hard to find neutral on that bike the whole weekend... probably b/c it's abused). Nothing I could do about it...
In the quick stop, when I "stomped" the gear shift to downshift to first, the bike only went to neutral (it was hard to find neutral on that bike the whole weekend... probably b/c it's abused). Nothing I could do about it...
02-04-2008, 01:16 PM
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Glad the class went well. Good luck with the DMV. Not sure how the one out your way is, but the one in Albemarle isn't too far from you and usually never has a line.
02-04-2008, 01:23 PM
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I went to the top secret license renewal office last month, and it still took 45 minutes. Going to a regular office here (for anything, let alone two things)? That's masochistic.
02-04-2008, 01:26 PM
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Yeah, I'll do them on different days. The one I went to off of Tryon for the permit only took about an hour including testing time.... so not bad. All I need to do this time is give them my MSF card and my license, take a new pic and get a new license... so shouldn't be that bad (hopefully).
Then I'll do the registration separately...
Then I'll do the registration separately...
02-05-2008, 12:50 AM
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Congrats, juniorbean...ride safe!
02-05-2008, 01:00 AM
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Nice! I too have a Ninja 250 that I got new back in May. Been riding since then and still love it.
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...highlight=bike
Ride safe!
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...highlight=bike
Ride safe!
02-05-2008, 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
^
BTW, I think you're right. I'm guessing that after this summer I will probably be ready to upgrade... which is much sooner then I thought...
BTW, I think you're right. I'm guessing that after this summer I will probably be ready to upgrade... which is much sooner then I thought...
When your ready to move up check this bike out...
http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my200...=DesmosediciRR
Though you could buy a GT-R for less...
02-05-2008, 07:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Pure Adrenaline
Welcome to the biker club.
When you feel ready, hit up the track. You might think you're having fun now, but just wait.
When you feel ready, hit up the track. You might think you're having fun now, but just wait.
Junior...you are a lucky man to have a track only 30 minutes away. I have to drive 1 1/2 hours to get to one...but I guess that's closer than most people. Once you do one track day, you won't want to ride fast on the roads again...just doesn't compare.
02-05-2008, 08:35 AM
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Thanks all. I am very excited. And with temps the next two days in the mid-70's, then the 60's late week, I'm trying to find time to register this thing
2005 model... 2200 miles. I've put 10 miles on it around the neighborhood and in parking lots since I got it
LOL. I wish. I'd be happy with an 848... or even the new Monster 696. Even the Hypermotard is sweet. We'll see. The Yamaha R6 really has my eye also... that thing is hot in yellow.
That's what my neighbor (who used to do track days at VIR when he lived in NJ) tells me. He said it's so much more fun to be in a controlled environment where you don't have to worry about cages or dogs or under maintained streets, etc. This track has beginner classes, so he keeps telling me he wants to take me there.
I'll definitely do it... but I need to register the bike first. One thing at a time.
Originally Posted by lscld
BTW, what year is your 250? How many miles?
Originally Posted by ilitig8
When your ready to move up check this bike out...
http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my200...=DesmosediciRR
Though you could buy a GT-R for less...
http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my200...=DesmosediciRR
Though you could buy a GT-R for less...
Originally Posted by virtualbong
Very nice Pure!
Junior...you are a lucky man to have a track only 30 minutes away. I have to drive 1 1/2 hours to get to one...but I guess that's closer than most people. Once you do one track day, you won't want to ride fast on the roads again...just doesn't compare.
Junior...you are a lucky man to have a track only 30 minutes away. I have to drive 1 1/2 hours to get to one...but I guess that's closer than most people. Once you do one track day, you won't want to ride fast on the roads again...just doesn't compare.
I'll definitely do it... but I need to register the bike first. One thing at a time.
02-05-2008, 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
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That's what my neighbor (who used to do track days at VIR when he lived in NJ) tells me. He said it's so much more fun to be in a controlled environment where you don't have to worry about cages or dogs or under maintained streets, etc. This track has beginner classes, so he keeps telling me he wants to take me there.
I'll definitely do it... but I need to register the bike first. One thing at a time.
That's what my neighbor (who used to do track days at VIR when he lived in NJ) tells me. He said it's so much more fun to be in a controlled environment where you don't have to worry about cages or dogs or under maintained streets, etc. This track has beginner classes, so he keeps telling me he wants to take me there.
I'll definitely do it... but I need to register the bike first. One thing at a time.
02-05-2008, 02:09 PM
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Originally Posted by virtualbong
Very nice Pure!
Junior...you are a lucky man to have a track only 30 minutes away. I have to drive 1 1/2 hours to get to one...but I guess that's closer than most people. Once you do one track day, you won't want to ride fast on the roads again...just doesn't compare.
Junior...you are a lucky man to have a track only 30 minutes away. I have to drive 1 1/2 hours to get to one...but I guess that's closer than most people. Once you do one track day, you won't want to ride fast on the roads again...just doesn't compare.
I'm picking up an '07 CBR600RR this weekend. White/silver setup. First Honda bike for me. I hope I will like it.