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Any of You Fellers Ride a Motorcycle?
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:03 am
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:03 am
I'm not sure this is exactly "outdoor" but it's outdoor riding.
I've always kind of wanted a motorcycle. When I was younger, the main thing that stopped me was being broke. Now that I'm older, the main thing that has stopped me is dying - mainly, my wife not wanting me to. I guess that's flattering, especially since she knows I have a decent life insurance policy.
Anyway, lately I've been thinking about trying to convince her enough that I can get one without her leaving me. Just wondering how many of you ride, and if buying a motorcycle was worth it to you?
I, personally, am not really interested in a huge touring type bike. I'd just want something to ride to work occasionally and short trips on the weekend. I really love the look of the Harley 1200 sportster "Forty-Eight." I know it's not a super practical bike, but for what I want, I think it would be perfect.
Anyway, do you have a motor sickle? Do you love it?
I've always kind of wanted a motorcycle. When I was younger, the main thing that stopped me was being broke. Now that I'm older, the main thing that has stopped me is dying - mainly, my wife not wanting me to. I guess that's flattering, especially since she knows I have a decent life insurance policy.
Anyway, lately I've been thinking about trying to convince her enough that I can get one without her leaving me. Just wondering how many of you ride, and if buying a motorcycle was worth it to you?
I, personally, am not really interested in a huge touring type bike. I'd just want something to ride to work occasionally and short trips on the weekend. I really love the look of the Harley 1200 sportster "Forty-Eight." I know it's not a super practical bike, but for what I want, I think it would be perfect.
Anyway, do you have a motor sickle? Do you love it?
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Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:07 am to Teague
I'm in the same boat. Commenting to be able to quickly find the thread later.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:22 am to Teague
I do/did/sometimes do. I have a 48, for the longest time I rode just about everyday, to/from work, school, etc. No real issues, a couple close calls with people merging but I learned quickly how to ride to make myself visible. My dad and my brother both ended up taking minor spills then we went through a period of a few months where there was a motorcycle death every week or so and if freaked me out so I parked it for damn near a year. I still take it out on occasions but nowhere near like I used to. It's quite therapeutic, too bad distracted drivers have made it more and more dangerous.
And I still, to this day, love my gold flaky helmet
And I still, to this day, love my gold flaky helmet
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:28 am to Teague
I bought a Sportster several years ago and I loved riding it. It was perfect for riding around town, and short trips. I ended up selling it for a few reasons.
It was hard to carry anything with you without having bags, which look stupid on a sportster. Interstate travel sucked on it because it was too small of a bike and it would bounce all over the road. I had no friends that rode so I was always riding solo which got boring.
When I had it I lived close to work so my commute was nothing, but now that I moved about 15 minutes away I wouldn't mind getting another one. If only I could get the wife to approve.
It was hard to carry anything with you without having bags, which look stupid on a sportster. Interstate travel sucked on it because it was too small of a bike and it would bounce all over the road. I had no friends that rode so I was always riding solo which got boring.
When I had it I lived close to work so my commute was nothing, but now that I moved about 15 minutes away I wouldn't mind getting another one. If only I could get the wife to approve.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:28 am to YOURADHERE
That's a nice bike. You should just sell it to me at the OB friend discount. 
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:33 am to Teague
2013 Street Glide for me. I am different though I like long distance trips. Pulled 5,552 miles in nine days one time.
For what you are looking for I would by used. Tons of 1-2 year old bikes with low mileage. Let someone else take the loss. That way if you want to expand your riding, by getting a bigger bike later, you can flip it and go from there.
For what you are looking for I would by used. Tons of 1-2 year old bikes with low mileage. Let someone else take the loss. That way if you want to expand your riding, by getting a bigger bike later, you can flip it and go from there.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:33 am to Teague
I rode to work this morning. It was breathtakingly hot.
I advise against buying a Harley. They may book well, but they sell for a LOT lower than book value.
Their electronics are questionable. Their suspension components are typically Chinese or Thai.
You can just get a lot better bike for less money by going metric or buying old Harley.
I advise against buying a Harley. They may book well, but they sell for a LOT lower than book value.
Their electronics are questionable. Their suspension components are typically Chinese or Thai.
You can just get a lot better bike for less money by going metric or buying old Harley.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:42 am to Teague
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I'd just want something to ride to work occasionally and short trips on the weekend.
I ride and I fall under the umbrella of "touring". I currently ride a 2008 Kawasaki Concours14. I have rode motorcycles for about 30 years.
IMO, commuting is the least safe riding situation. There are lots of good bikes out there so there are some good options for you.
As far as "short trips on the weekend" is concerned, that is kinda relative. I go on 2 to 3 day weekend trips and put 1600 miles on the bike. Thats 10 to 12 hours of riding each day. I can tell you that Sportster will not be a good option for that type of riding. Riding Ergos and bike size being the two main issues.
Motorcycle riding is usually a love it or hate it type of thing. Good luck with your decision and be very careful.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:42 am to X123F45
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You can just get a lot better bike for less money by going metric or buying old Harley.
Please explain the terminology for me. Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:44 am to CoachChappy
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Please explain the terminology for me.
Metric is a term to describe a non-american made cruiser
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:45 am to ndtiger
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For what you are looking for I would by used. Tons of 1-2 year old bikes with low mileage.
Yeah, if I ever do make the jump, I'm pretty sure I'd buy used. I've noticed you can get a 2 year old bike with 2,000 miles on craiglist for about a $3,000 discount over new.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:47 am to Teague
FWIW, they have places where you can rent bikes. I know of one here in New Orleans. Just pay a monthly fee, and rent whatever you want if it is available
Posted on 5/16/17 at 8:49 am to klrstix
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Please explain the terminology for me.
Metric is a term to describe a non-american made cruiser
That's what I figured. I've been looking at used Hondas as a starter bike. Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:01 am to jdavid1
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It was hard to carry anything with you without having bags, which look stupid on a sportster. Interstate travel sucked on it because it was too small of a bike and it would bounce all over the road. I had no friends that rode so I was always riding solo which got boring.
The very first time I passed an 18 wheeler on the interstate and felt the wind coming off the front of that thing I just about shite my pants. Now it doesn't bother me and I can do long stretches on the interstate with no problem.
Oppositely I had friend who rode and I hated riding with them. They just wanted to bar hop and stuff like that and that was lame, plus dangerous. I was a bit of the oddball in the group in that I loved motorcycles but hated motorcycle culture, there was a ton of jackasses. Nothing showed this more than a trip to Daytona or Sturgis, it was like a clown show.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:23 am to Teague
Wife and I use dto ride (VFR800fi and EX500) but stopped once the kid came 8 years ago. With the increase of distracted driving with cell phones I have a hard time wanting to get back on the bike. I loved it but I already had enough close calls in the past before everyone had a smart phone they had to text and type from while driving.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:25 am to CoachChappy
I had a Honda shadow 600 in college. it was a great first/starter bike. It got 50 mpg and was nice around campus. I always had girls asking for rides from one end of the campus to the other, no joke. It was not comportable on long trips with the 4 speed transmission.
I loved the bike but was tired of stupid people not paying attention. One day I will buy another one, there is nothing like a good ride to calm you down. My advice, buy one and enjoy it, just be aware of other motorist don't give a damn about looking out for motorcycles.
I loved the bike but was tired of stupid people not paying attention. One day I will buy another one, there is nothing like a good ride to calm you down. My advice, buy one and enjoy it, just be aware of other motorist don't give a damn about looking out for motorcycles.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:25 am to Teague
No, I like to be able to walk and live.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:38 am to Teague
Polaris slingshot take her with you
Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:38 am to lsuCJ5
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just be aware of other motorist don't give a damn about looking out for motorcycles.
As a long time motorcyclist, this point cannot be overemphasized. You must take ownership of the risks because it won't matter if its the other guys fault.
Posted on 5/16/17 at 9:47 am to klrstix
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Metric is a term to describe a non-american made cruiser
Which oddly have more American made parts on them than the new Harleys.
If you are buying Harley, buy old and restored.
If you are buying metric, Honda for cruisers, yamaha for sport, kawasaki or suzuki if you're black, and BMW Ducati or triumph if you are firmly into your midlife crisis.
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