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re: Any of You Fellers Ride a Motorcycle?
Posted on 5/16/17 at 2:21 pm to X123F45
Posted on 5/16/17 at 2:21 pm to X123F45
I had a motorcycle the second half of my college career at LSU. Yamaha V Star. Wrecked it three times, the last time with my then girlfriend now wife on the back. A girl turned left into the B lot across the S Stadium turn lane when she got tired of waiting at the light and as I was riding in the turn lane I T boned her.
I still love riding but hate riding in the city. Motorcycles in any city with traffic is scary as shat because of all the other idiots on the road. Now I rent a Harley Ultra 2-3 times a year for three day rides in Big Bend and the Hill country. 375 dollars gets me four days on a almost 30K brand new bike and I get to ride in the great wide open and not worry about the city cars.
If you want to ride but are not familiar with a bike take the eagle rider class and get familiar then plan motorcycle trips a few times a year and rent the bike. You can fly to the rockies or the Dakotas or wherever and rent a bike for a few days.
I still love riding but hate riding in the city. Motorcycles in any city with traffic is scary as shat because of all the other idiots on the road. Now I rent a Harley Ultra 2-3 times a year for three day rides in Big Bend and the Hill country. 375 dollars gets me four days on a almost 30K brand new bike and I get to ride in the great wide open and not worry about the city cars.
If you want to ride but are not familiar with a bike take the eagle rider class and get familiar then plan motorcycle trips a few times a year and rent the bike. You can fly to the rockies or the Dakotas or wherever and rent a bike for a few days.
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Posted on 5/16/17 at 2:35 pm to Teague
I ride a Ducati Multistrada 1200S. Great sport touring, plenty of power and can haul my arse long distances comfortably. I had a Ducati 800SS and a Triumph Sprint 950 and consolidated into one bike.
I have ridden road bikes for years. The wife rides with and we travel in the summer. As for a commuter, I would personally prefer a less than sport bike set up, keeps my back from aching.
I have ridden road bikes for years. The wife rides with and we travel in the summer. As for a commuter, I would personally prefer a less than sport bike set up, keeps my back from aching.
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Posted on 5/16/17 at 3:01 pm to Lefty Diego
Wife's uncle had a Harley. Don't remember what it was but he and his wife were almost getting close to a city to stop when their front tire blew.
Crashed the bike and he smacked his head on the concrete and died, she broke both arms and several ribs and was skinned up really bad.
Crashed the bike and he smacked his head on the concrete and died, she broke both arms and several ribs and was skinned up really bad.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 3:20 pm to bbvdd
Used to and still have the stupid screen name that went with it.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 4:30 pm to Teague
Haven't had one in years but all of mine were for just weekend cruising, very enjoyable to me riding threw back roads and forest on a nice day, but in the city you better pay attention to everything
Posted on 5/16/17 at 5:00 pm to Teague
I'd take a safety class first. It will expose you to the risks of riding and they are significant. It will also teach you how to minimize those risks and ride as well. About 70% of the bikers i see have zero idea how to ride properly.
I use to ride and it's a blast however, I bought a sports car and when I did....the bike was never ridden again.
I use to ride and it's a blast however, I bought a sports car and when I did....the bike was never ridden again.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 6:03 pm to theCrusher
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I'd take a safety class first. It will expose you to the risks of riding and they are significant. It will also teach you how to minimize those risks and ride as well. About 70% of the bikers i see have zero idea how to ride properly.
This x1000...will save your life at one point or another...guaranteed.
I have an 06 Harley NightRod for sale in the Upstate,SC area. Sole owner and bike is almost showroom new with custom paint. $9300 or better book value...will let go for 8K.
Will run with ANY 650-750 Gixxer till 3rd gear. Will make Suzuki 109 owners who decide to challenge "Nina" tuck their tails afterwards.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 6:14 pm to AUTimbo
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Posted on 5/16/17 at 6:31 pm to Teague
I had like 6 in the better days when people actually could drive somewhat. Gave the last two away.
Drivers are dumb and distracted and a lot of riders speed. Good luck.
Drivers are dumb and distracted and a lot of riders speed. Good luck.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 7:12 pm to Teague
Yep, a Suzuki Marauder 1600.
Posted on 5/17/17 at 7:32 am to hogdaddy
I rode all through my 20's. Sold the last one when my son was 2. Between priorities changing and friends moving on to other hobbies I just didn't ride it enough. I always had sport bikes, my last being a Triumph. Daytona for bike week - had more fun in the pits at the AMA race than on the strip. Trips to the Dragon with good friends and solo, running the local twisty roads every weekend with buddies. I loved riding. I don't want another one at this point though.
Posted on 5/17/17 at 7:32 am to Teague
Been riding for about 6-7 years, and didn't start until I was in my 30's. The #1 piece of advice is get professional training and practice all the time.
Many folks will say they've been riding for 20 years. In reality they have 1 year experience 20 times. I took the MSF Advanced Rider Course a year after I took their basic course, and I was the only one of 12 that had ridden for less than 5 years. I was also the only one that could emergency brake and do the figure 8's. Avoidance of issues is the key, but you won't be able to avoid them all, and that's when the training (or lack of) will show up.
A close #2 is wear fricking gear. I could be wrong but that guy that died coming to a stop and blew a tire probably wasn't wearing a dot/snell-certified full face helmet. Or maybe not even wearing one at all? Gear would have saved the pillion the road rash at least.
I've been down once about a month after I started riding, lowsided around 25 mph. Had a quarter-sized bit of road rash on my knee (jeans = no protection) and a bruised foot. Had boots, gloves, armored jacket and helmet. Jacket was scuffed, but the armor and the leather made the whole thing pretty painless.
Be sure to read the Hurt Report. You are statistically much more likely to have an accident in your first 6 months. Even the first few months you get a new bike, regardless of riding experience.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurt_Report
Oh, and here's my girl:
Many folks will say they've been riding for 20 years. In reality they have 1 year experience 20 times. I took the MSF Advanced Rider Course a year after I took their basic course, and I was the only one of 12 that had ridden for less than 5 years. I was also the only one that could emergency brake and do the figure 8's. Avoidance of issues is the key, but you won't be able to avoid them all, and that's when the training (or lack of) will show up.
A close #2 is wear fricking gear. I could be wrong but that guy that died coming to a stop and blew a tire probably wasn't wearing a dot/snell-certified full face helmet. Or maybe not even wearing one at all? Gear would have saved the pillion the road rash at least.
I've been down once about a month after I started riding, lowsided around 25 mph. Had a quarter-sized bit of road rash on my knee (jeans = no protection) and a bruised foot. Had boots, gloves, armored jacket and helmet. Jacket was scuffed, but the armor and the leather made the whole thing pretty painless.
Be sure to read the Hurt Report. You are statistically much more likely to have an accident in your first 6 months. Even the first few months you get a new bike, regardless of riding experience.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurt_Report
Oh, and here's my girl:
Posted on 5/17/17 at 7:47 am to shspanthers
This thread hasn't done a whole lot to ease my fears of dying. But, if I do decide to do it, I'll definitely take a safety course or two.
But, if I do decide to do it, I'll definitely take a safety course or two. Posted on 5/17/17 at 8:35 am to wildeaux
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three day rides in Big Bend and the Hill country.
Very nice... I have been in that area several times myself.
Posted on 5/17/17 at 8:59 am to Teague
Well, you might as well go with throttle up. Just kidding.
Like many have said, rider/training courses are excellent. Take one just for fun, then decide. I will say that I am fairly conservative where/when I ride due to traffic and stay away from certain high volume areas. I live in Colorado and can usually plan a route that keeps me off major clogged areas. I am much more aware of surroundings even off the bike because my motto is everyone I see on the road is capable of killing me. But the truth of the matter is a bike is harder to see, and with the distractions of drivers nowadays you really have to keep your head on a swivel. But you have to be comfortable enough to get out and ride so take a course, talk to the instructors about day to day riding and decide for yourself. MCs aren't for everyone.
Like many have said, rider/training courses are excellent. Take one just for fun, then decide. I will say that I am fairly conservative where/when I ride due to traffic and stay away from certain high volume areas. I live in Colorado and can usually plan a route that keeps me off major clogged areas. I am much more aware of surroundings even off the bike because my motto is everyone I see on the road is capable of killing me. But the truth of the matter is a bike is harder to see, and with the distractions of drivers nowadays you really have to keep your head on a swivel. But you have to be comfortable enough to get out and ride so take a course, talk to the instructors about day to day riding and decide for yourself. MCs aren't for everyone.
Posted on 5/17/17 at 10:07 am to Teague
I had motorcycles when I was younger. I'm not interested now, people are way too distracted driving today than 30 years ago. Too easy to get killed or injured today.
Posted on 5/17/17 at 2:59 pm to kywildcatfanone
I've got a Honda CBR1000 that I ride maybe once a week to work. On a nice weekend I'll ride it around on back roads.
The most important part is definitely paying attention to your surroundings at all times. Keep your head on a 360 degree swivel and be prepared for anything.
The most important part is definitely paying attention to your surroundings at all times. Keep your head on a 360 degree swivel and be prepared for anything.
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