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Any motorcyclist's here in the pub?
#14000693 - 02/21/11 11:19 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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I was thinking of getting a motorcycle soon. I have always wanted one, but I thought they all were like 10 grand or more even if they were used. I don't know why I thought they were so out of my reach, but I looked into it finally and found I could get a used bike for 1k-3k that is pretty decent.
I know every motorcycle guy says to get a Harley, but honestly I can't afford even a used one of those. I'm looking more at a Honda Shadow. They look pretty decent and it's pretty much what I'm looking for in a bike. I know a lot of guys that started out on a Shadow just to finally get a bike. It might not be the best, but it was THEIRS they say.
Anyways, Here is generally what I'm looking for:
2001 Honda Shadow 750 ACE - $2800

"Priced to Sell. 11,506 miles. Looks good, runs good. Price includes: Joe Rocket padded jacket (Med.), to helmets, saddle bags and a set of straight pipes. Selling because I'm getting out of the cycle business."
I have been looking at ad's on craigslist and keep finding awesome deals like this. I was just wondering if there was anyone on here that actually knows if this is going to be a decent type of bike. Anyone here own a Shadow or have in the past?
I just wanna get a bike and ride.
-------------------- ~The Cultivators Motherload~ "I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do." -Robert A. Heinlein "There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness."-Dalai Lama Live long and prosper.
Edited by Kada (02/21/11 11:25 AM)
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000760 - 02/21/11 11:31 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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gotta dirt bike if that counts.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: LoveOverAll]
#14000782 - 02/21/11 11:36 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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IF I had a lot of property I would get one of those as well. I wouldn't have a place to play with it. 
When I was younger I begged for a 4 wheeler or a dirt bike but my parents refused to even talk about it. My uncle lost a leg in a motorcycle accident and another uncle almost died. They assume I will be a retarded coked out drunk like they were and get myself killed or something.
Oh well. I'm 31 this year and if I don't get something soon I'm afraid I just never will. My wife keeps telling me to wait till the kids are out of the house. Yeah right.
-------------------- ~The Cultivators Motherload~ "I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do." -Robert A. Heinlein "There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness."-Dalai Lama Live long and prosper.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: LoveOverAll]
#14000784 - 02/21/11 11:36 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Rode a 600 Shadow once. Was a GREAT ride. Really well balanced. Honda makes good bikes, and unless you want to join a gang/MC, IMO there's no reason to buy a Harley. They are really overpriced.
Not knocking American made motorcycles though. Indian makes some of the best looking (and riding from what I've heard) bikes out there.
If it's your first bike, I wouldn't go over 600cc, and would probably recommended a 250-400/450 depending on your height and weight, at least until you get some experience driving under your belt.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: LoveOverAll]
#14000793 - 02/21/11 11:37 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Temporary American. I'd love to get a bike but after seeing the way other road users behave I remind myself that it's not a wise idea because of the lack of protection. I also saw the aftermath of a motorbike accident. The bike was in one spot and the biker's body was many many metres away in another spot. I'm not sure if he was alive or not but the image kind of sticks with you.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: migraineur]
#14000851 - 02/21/11 11:49 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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1999 GSXR 600. Great on gas and does 145
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Kada
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Zelse]
#14000854 - 02/21/11 11:49 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Not knocking American made motorcycles though. Indian makes some of the best looking (and riding from what I've heard) bikes out there.
If it's your first bike, I wouldn't go over 600cc, and would probably recommended a 250-400/450 depending on your height and weight, at least until you get some experience driving under your belt.
I've rode 4 wheelers and dirt bikes, but not motorcycles at all. I'm definitely not going to be joining any motorcycle "clubs" anytime soon. I don't even think we have any around here. I would be mostly riding country roads and the highway. I've always wanted to drive somewhere further away and just camp out as I go. That would be awesome.
I'm a pretty decent sized guy and I think I can handle a bigger bike.
-------------------- ~The Cultivators Motherload~ "I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do." -Robert A. Heinlein "There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness."-Dalai Lama Live long and prosper.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: ROGER5676]
#14000878 - 02/21/11 11:54 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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1999 GSXR 600. Great on gas and does 145
I gotta say, I pictured you as more of a Harley guy.
-------------------- ~The Cultivators Motherload~ "I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do." -Robert A. Heinlein "There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness."-Dalai Lama Live long and prosper.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000879 - 02/21/11 11:55 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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I've been restoring a 1981 Honda CB900c for the last five years, and this summer will be the first time I'll ride it. It's kinda intimidating because it's so big, so I got a 1973 CL450 to poke around on while I finish the other one and build up some skills. I'm a big guy, and the old 450 will still accelerate fast as fuck.
Old Japanese bikes are pretty easy to work on, and a lot of fun. Parts are usually readily available and relatively inexpensive.
Proficient Motorcycling, by David L. Hough is a great book to check out. It explains the fundamentals of operating a motorcycle well and safely, and learning to minimize risk by developing good riding habits.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000897 - 02/21/11 11:59 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Kada said:
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1999 GSXR 600. Great on gas and does 145
I gotta say, I pictured you as more of a Harley guy. 
nah, not a harley guy. I dont have one piece of leather or a wallet with a chain lol. I dont have time for riding anymore anyway. Always on the water.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: scienceguy]
#14000905 - 02/21/11 12:00 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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TY very much! That's the type of info I'm also looking for.
I definitely want to be safe as possible. I will have my wife on the back of the thing more often than not, so safety is my number 1 priority.
I was thinking of picking up a $500 old shadow that is for sale down the street just to poke around on it. It's smaller and old, but it still runs pretty good. I know how to ride from dirt bikes and 4 wheelers, but I know it isn't the same so practice would be welcomed. I don't want to dump a bike that looks good and costs me 3k.
-------------------- ~The Cultivators Motherload~ "I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do." -Robert A. Heinlein "There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness."-Dalai Lama Live long and prosper.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: ROGER5676]
#14000912 - 02/21/11 12:02 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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1999 GSXR 600. Great on gas and does 145
I gotta say, I pictured you as more of a Harley guy. 
nah, not a harley guy. I dont have one piece of leather or a wallet with a chain lol. I dont have time for riding anymore anyway. Always on the water.
I'm going to call you Capitan Jolly Roger from now on. Fits you perfect lol.
-------------------- ~The Cultivators Motherload~ "I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do." -Robert A. Heinlein "There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness."-Dalai Lama Live long and prosper.
Edited by Kada (02/21/11 12:02 PM)
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000917 - 02/21/11 12:03 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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thats a good price on that shadow ace many mods available for it also i own and ride daily a shadow spirit ss750 awesome bikes..
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000930 - 02/21/11 12:05 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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1999 GSXR 600. Great on gas and does 145
I gotta say, I pictured you as more of a Harley guy. 
nah, not a harley guy. I dont have one piece of leather or a wallet with a chain lol. I dont have time for riding anymore anyway. Always on the water.
I'm going to call you Capitan Jolly Roger.
lol, i will keep a lookout for you on a bike around here. you would be amaZed at the deals my buddy and I come up with. Just picked up a full dresser mid 80 harley for 1600. guy wanted 4500 and took our offer after a few months. We parted it out and made near 4000. I am on craigslist everyday. if theres a deal out there i will find it
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: ROGER5676]
#14000953 - 02/21/11 12:10 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Wow nice roger! I'm not good at making money like that. I always want to give people the best deals and never make money for myself. I need to get more aggressive when it comes to making money.
-------------------- ~The Cultivators Motherload~ "I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do." -Robert A. Heinlein "There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness."-Dalai Lama Live long and prosper.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000976 - 02/21/11 12:14 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Kada said: Wow nice roger! I'm not good at making money like that. I always want to give people the best deals and never make money for myself. I need to get more aggressive when it comes to making money.
yeah just low ball the hell out of them. sometimes they go for it, some times they tell me to fuck off. guy last week told me that when i offered him 1500 hundred for his 4500 dollar boat. i will give him another week and call back with 1800. speaking of money i am off to work . later kada
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000989 - 02/21/11 12:17 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Kada said: I was thinking of picking up a $500 old shadow that is for sale down the street just to poke around on it. It's smaller and old, but it still runs pretty good. I know how to ride from dirt bikes and 4 wheelers, but I know it isn't the same so practice would be welcomed. I don't want to dump a bike that looks good and costs me 3k.
That's a great deal. If it runs, it's worth $500, and you're exactly right about wanting to dump something you don't feel too bad about. Gaining a level of comfort riding on the street will definitely carry over to whatever other bikes you might ride.
Definitely check that book out, it's mandatory reading for any motorcyclist.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14000990 - 02/21/11 12:17 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Harleys fucking suck. You'll be fixing it or shining it up more than you ride it.
Dual sport machines are the way to go if you ever want to get away from anyone. They are also the most fun imo and the least dangerous (they are more prone to staying vertical than most other bikes).
You should not pay more than 2k or so for your first bike. Get it and have fun with it for a year or so.
I wouldn't buy a shadow with 11.5k miles on it for almost 3k. I picked up a Rebel for 1k (1050 exactly) with 4.5k miles on it.
Edit: Also, don't think you will "outgrow" a beginner bike. Wtf do you really want to do? My 250 rebel can go 85 top speed and can usually out-accelerate most vehicles on the road, especially from a stop (including many "fast" cars). It definitely lacks for power on the interstate, so maneuvering around people, switching lanes, etc. is limited at speeds above 60 or so, but it's still a very adequate machine for everything except the track imo and I've had it going on 2 and a half years now.
$500 sounds like a great price for a bike. Hopefully it works without having to put any work into it; even then unless it's something difficult or expensive you should be able to do it yourself with minimal effort.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14001052 - 02/21/11 12:31 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Kada said: It might not be the best, but it was THEIRS they say. I just wanna get a bike and ride.
The above tells me its probably been taken care of. I hope you find what your looking for! Its all about the ride 
I have one of these  Fun fun, but after being uncomfortable so many times while riding I wish I would of chosen a cruiser to begin with.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Humility]
#14001986 - 02/21/11 02:46 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Humility said: Harleys fucking suck. You'll be fixing it or shining it up more than you ride it.
Also, don't think you will "outgrow" a beginner bike. Wtf do you really want to do? My 250 rebel can go 85 top speed and can usually out-accelerate most vehicles on the road, especially from a stop (including many "fast" cars). It definitely lacks for power on the interstate.....
My first bike was a Honda Twinstar 200cc bike. It was a cheap cruiser looking thing that my friends call a "Hardly a Davidson". I learned to ride on that, and I would rather still have that bike that a bigger one. I weigh 250 and that bike could accelerate faster than fat-assed hogs.
Now, I have an old school 1967 Triumph Chopper - cut in the 60's. It is nice, but that cheap Honda was way more reliable. Also, alot of the "I'm so pretty that I need to polish my chrome every day and replace my jacket if it gets a scratch" Harley riders have way-too-pretty bikes. My 67 has the original chrome, flacking with rust, but a perfectly polished Harley rider will give me shit cause his bike is worth more - and to that I say "Who, the bank?".
My old bike is origional fucked up american chopper. 1950's carbs and a modified World War II aircraft magneto modified. No battery needed. You cannot buy that at a mall like a Harley.
A true biker will not care what make your ride is, cause modern Harleys are hardley made in america, and some are just strait foreign.
Go Cheap and have fun. I did and still do. Keep it safe though, cause your worst enemy will be a distracted driver! - So true that I do not feel safe driving in certain cities. Never underestimate a piece-of-shit-driver while on a 2 wheeler!
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I raced for years. I rode on the street less than 10 times. It's sick out there. I'd be doing 180mph on the track at Daytona cool as a cucumber. Put me on the street and I'm hyper worried and sweating waiting for that 18-wheeler, or texting bitch to turn me into a grease spot. No way bub. BE CAREFUL KIDS!!!
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: gonzo422]
#14014723 - 02/23/11 04:08 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Yeah. I got a motorcycle. Got it for $50. Still in the process of putting it back togehter though (it came disassembled, and i've completely restored the internals. I've been working on it for nearly a year).
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: memes]
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^ thats gonna be a pretty sweet ride when its done, And I love knowing every nook and cranny of the vehicle im driving, like being able to look at it and knowing absolutely that thats some solid shit right there.
Ive got my sights on a f800gs atm, have a bike licence but no decent ride, and the thought of loading up a beautiful dual sport and heading off to wherever sounds amazing, that and ive been browsing some of the advrider.com ride reports and my go some of the adventures these guys have gone on are incredible.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14019374 - 02/24/11 11:09 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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It's not necessarily the size of you vs. the bike (unless you're big and the bike is small) as most bikes are pretty well balanced. It's more how you respect the throttle on a larger bike. Many people don't and that's one of the quickest ways to get a bad case of road rash. They're like shrooms or firearms or anything else. the second you get cocky and disrespectful, the teeth come out.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Zelse]
#14019420 - 02/24/11 11:22 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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I have a custom 1992 harely soft tail but what I really want is a Ninja.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: 2Cents]
#14019564 - 02/24/11 11:54 AM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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Once i get a house and a garage (and this dirtbike is done, obviously), i want to build a bobber. I thinkt they're dope.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: memes]
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I'm planning on doing the same in a year or two. With an old Triumph Bonneville most likely.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Kada]
#14019628 - 02/24/11 12:10 PM (12 years, 11 months ago) |
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i have a ninja 250r that i bought a few years ago as my first bike. its cheap to ride and maintain, ultra reliable and will out-accelerate 90% of the cars on the road (not to mention a top speed of 105 mph).
The only downside is combined the bike and i weigh only about 500 lbs so getting blown around on the freeway can be nerve-wracking. Other than that it is a great beginner bike IMO
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: teaparty]
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I might get this bike soon, it's up to the owner type situation. Any thoughts on this bike?
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: tyrannicalrex]
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tyrannicalrex said: I might get this bike soon, it's up to the owner type situation. Any thoughts on this bike?

Make sure you're mechanically able, or are willing to learn to be, before you invest in one would be my advice. It's an important part of becoming harmonious with your machine to know how she fits together and how to service her properly.
They're not my cup of tea (I like very fast and nimble bikes), although I WILL be renting a Harley when I make it to the states, just for the experience. My cousin recently got one of these and absolutely loves it:

But he's a far more relaxed and sedate man than I. If you feel it's the kind of bike that matches your personality, I say go for it.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Jokeshopbeard]
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I will be buying a bike next year. Having a motorcycle is on the top of my bucket list
I would love a Ducati diavel or the victory gunner. I like Harley's and believe the stigma for them is unwarranted. It stems from the old days. I know many happy Harley owners who have not had to do anything but the standard maintenance on their bikes.
Still, as nice as I feel they are, I think they are over priced. And I like Victorys better
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Masked said: I will be buying a bike next year. Having a motorcycle is on the top of my bucket list
I would love a Ducati diavel or the victory gunner.
Good for you Masked. Getting my bike license is one of the best things I've ever done. It's a path so filled with passion, connectedness and freedom, so if they're you're things you're gonna fucking love it.
Either of those bikes will have fucking bags of character. Good choices. I'd go with the Duc but I'm biased... Keep me posted man!!
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Jokeshopbeard]
#23575155 - 08/25/16 06:59 AM (7 years, 5 months ago) |
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Thanks man. And you nailed it, all the reasons I need to ride
Here, it's a graduated licensing program. I went in 3 seperate occasions to get my learners via multiple choice testing. 3 times, it expired after a year. Restrictions with a learners are that I need to ride with someone in sight that has full class, can't ride at night, no passengers and can't exceed 90km/h or something of that nature
You have to do a parking lot test, navigating cones and such, to lift all restrictions except the passenger one I believe
After parking lot test, you have 2 years to take a full on road test to get your full class and lift all restrictions
There is a local course that supplies a little 250 Suzuki and in one weekend gets your learners and parking lot test banged off and ready for the road test. It's 700 bucks and I'm thinking its a good investment for a guy with limited time on bikes. It's apparently a well done weekend course
So I've booked the course for the spring. Then hope to go in and buy a new bike for the riding season!
Plan to do any riding or visiting in Canada man?
Edit: I should note that I'm heavily leaning towards the diavel. The more videos and reviews I watch...wow. And what a sexy ficking bike
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#23575926 - 08/25/16 12:25 PM (7 years, 5 months ago) |
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It would probably be free, it's my mates dads bike and he really can't ride it anymore. I have only ridden a few times but have great balance and can maintain control (won't open it up just because I can). I know it would be an investment of some time and learning to own one. The only other bike I had and rode consistently was a little 250 yamaha street bike.
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Masked]
#23576459 - 08/25/16 03:29 PM (7 years, 5 months ago) |
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Sounds like your tests are setup a lot like ours these days. In fact the test changing to the new '2 part' (on road and in paved area with cones) came in a week after I passed the old style test - the only reason I did it then is cause I heard that it was gonna change - it was one of those things that had been on the back burner for a while...
I took a 5 day intensive, cost about £700, with the final test on the last day. It's fucking easy if you're a proficient driver, I passed with 2 minors, both for not doing my 'lifesaver' check (which I now do religiously on bike or in car). As my examiner said after I passed 'now it's time for the real learning to begin'. Took me a few months to get round to getting my first bike too, and a couple of years before I became an all weather biker. I took things real easy for a long time, and it's a skill you never stop learning.
It's such a great skill to become proficient at though; you become a waaaaay better driver, hugely more safe and aware, and your mechanical harmony goes through the roof as time goes by. Plus, biker camaraderie, passion for the machine, and the feeling of freedom. Man, I could wax lyrical about it all day.
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Masked said: Plan to do any riding or visiting in Canada man?
Edit: I should note that I'm heavily leaning towards the diavel. The more videos and reviews I watch...wow. And what a sexy ficking bike
Not sure about Canada. I was planning to be over in the states next month and was gonna fly into Vancouver as it's a much cheaper way to make it across. But I've had to can the trip this year as priorities have come up surrounding my permanent move to Australia and I need to be over there in December. I'd really love to check Canada out, in fact if it wasn't for my Aussie passport I'd be aiming to move there instead. I'll keep you posted.
As for the Diavel, I think you'll find it's a much better bike to ride. I haven't tested it but a mate has and he says you wouldn't believe how light it feels. Having had my frist Duc for a year now and tested many, many bikes over the years (another bonus - it's not like you can walk into a Ferarri dealership as a driver and get a test, but top of the line bikes are yours when you want them!) I can vouch for how unbelievably pleasurable they are to ride. So finely balanced. Have you seen the 'X' model? Fucking smoking hot:
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#23576597 - 08/25/16 04:04 PM (7 years, 5 months ago) |
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Reading your post makes my itch to ride even worse 
And yes that X model is fucking so sexy rool: That's the one I'm eyeing up
I'm totally almost sold on that being the bike I want
Well, if you ever make it to Vancouver, I'm an 8-10 hour detour from the big city and you are more than welcome to stop by and have a place to crash for a few nights. Perhaps I'll have my license by then and we may be able to go for a ride through my neck of the woods
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Masked]
#23576619 - 08/25/16 04:11 PM (7 years, 5 months ago) |
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Other than the Hyperstrada, which I bought after testing it on a whim, the only other bike I've test rode (out of the dozens I have) that made me instantly want to buy it was the Aprilia RSV4.
Only problem was, it was £16,000, rather than the £8,000 I spent on the Duc..

All I really want these days though is a CR500AF; super light-weight, with that 2-stroke noise, smell, and powerband:

Plus that riding position is the fucking nuts.
Although an Aprilia SXV 550 would do the trick too...
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Jokeshopbeard]
#23576629 - 08/25/16 04:16 PM (7 years, 5 months ago) |
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Nice bikes man! They don't fit my personality tho. Crotch rockets especially.
I'm the cruiser guy. Want something loud.
I didn't know Ducati made a cruiser and when I saw one in town the other day I instantly hit the web. It's like the perfect mix of that cruiser I'm looking for with the sportage of the famed Ducati
Still...those bikes are sexy as fuck. Especially that second one
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Re: Any motorcyclist's here in the pub? [Re: Masked]
#23576659 - 08/25/16 04:26 PM (7 years, 5 months ago) |
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You'll get loud if you get a Duc. The soundtrack is to die for, best sounding bikes going IMO. Here's a quick clip of mine I made on the way home the other night:
http://picosong.com/Drqh
-------------------- Let it be seen that you are nothing. And in knowing that you are nothing... there is nothing to lose, there is nothing to gain. What can happen to you? Something can happen to the body, but it will either heal or it won't. What's the big deal? Let life knock you to bits. Let life take you apart. Let life destroy you. It will only destroy what you are not. --Jac O'keeffe
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