Motorcycles!

[ChrisK]

Purchasing a 1998 Ducati Monster 900 later today. This will be my first bike and, while I know it's not exactly a beginner's bike, I'm getting a crazy deal on it from a friend of mine that took meticulous care of it.

I'm excited to get into the hobby, although I'm scared at the same time to have yet another money pit in my life.

Any other Ducati owners on here? Any motorcycle enthusiasts period, what are ya'll riding? What kind of tricks-of-the-trade do you have for me and others, similar to all the little nuances we all share for boating?

Here's the bike:

http://i842.photobucket.com/albums/zz345/chriskuecker/03454AA9-DC49-416A-85B3-B7C2EB7F5E3F-564-0000000E3D303B07.jpg

[sandm]

Been ridin for 6 years. '09 zx6 here.......

Do yourself a favor and take a stars course.
Remember that you may have right of way but you will lose every time vs a car. Always make eye contact with cagers.


And PLEASE always wear gear......

[ga-lsv05]

I ride an 05 zx6rr

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[ChrisK]

Got a new helmet and jacket ordered and on the way, the helmet is coming with an interchangeable heated, dual-lens replacement so the helmet will serve as my snowmobile helmet as well. Great deal at denniskirk.

Also plan on taking a course, as soon as one opens up near me.

[ga-lsv05]

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[sandm]

good lookin bike..

I never really liked the undertail exhaust that my '08 had, but it was much quieter when riding than the '09 with the side exhaust when you replace them with aftermarket...

my '09
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e194/sandm01/SDC11217.jpg

[ga-lsv05]

Mine used to be the same color lol

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[bergermaister]

Do yourself a favor and take a stars course.
Remember that you may have right of way but you will lose every time vs a car. Always make eye contact with cagers.


Definitely second this if you haven't ridden before. When I rode I always watched those intersections and lane changers every time as if they didn't see me. That way I was ready for it when they came cutting out. It's really not a matter of "if" but "when" so be ready for it when your time comes.

[yz 2smoke]

I've had (street) bikes off and on for the last 14 yrs, been riding dirt since I was 6; I’m now 34..........wear gear and act like EVERYONE IS TRYING TO KILL YOU!!

[ChrisK]

The "not if but when" statement is the one I've been hearing a lot. I like to think I'm an incredibly defensive driver as it is but I know I'll have my eyes opened the first time I get cut off on a motorcycle.

Being around boating and snowmobiling my whole life, and having two pilots as parents has done its fair share of teaching me situational awareness, but I know it's a whole new ballgame when you multiply the idiots you can see on a busy traffic day.

[chawk610]

^^^^^yes... assume EVERY car has a 16 year old girl at the wheel texting and doing make-up. :)

Bike I had till about 4 years ago. It started as a new '05 V-Star 1100, and ended like this. Sold it to buy the first boat.
I shall ride again

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[ChrisK]

Anybody use the product BugSlime? My buddy swears by it

[zabooda]

2011 KTM EXC 450 dual sport bike. 95% offroad and 5% onroad. I feel safer off road and I agree what others are saying about on road driving. I feel unsafe at times in a car let alone on a bike.

[ChrisK]

Noticed you're in Washington, probably a really awesome place to be with a dual sport

[ga-lsv05]

I feel safer on one tire than two ;)

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[jpetty3023]

Rode a Harley at work for 3.5 years and had personal bikes for the last 10. When I bought the boat momma said 1 toy at a time and I'm cool with that. Kids getting older and I barely have enough time to fart nowadays. Miss it everyday thou but love the boat and everything about it better so 1 toy it is


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[ChrisK]

Earlier when I said "BugSlime" I meant BugSlide. Anybody use it?

[zabooda]

Chris, the whole northwest has great dual sport riding. I really like Idaho the best as there is more open areas that you can just jump off road and see where it goes. The attached link is an example of a ride that was done with 1,700 miles and loaded down with concrete and a marker sign. Interesting story.

http://www.pnwds.com/t1874-nv-2012-in-memory-of-the-crewmen

[lewisb13]

09 zed-ex-6

[lewisb13]

I feel safer on one tire than two ;)

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A pro unicyclist?!? I want some lessons lol!

[sandm]

lewis. how you like the megaphone exhaust? I was going to go that route and saw too many reviews that said it was noisy. I went with a black carbon 2bros shortie with the silencer tip and it's still way loud :)

my bike turned a year old on sunday. bought it as a '09 holdover last year labor day(7kotd with 2 miles on it. I think I scored pretty good). only managed 2800 miles this last year. goal by next labor day is 5k more.

[lewisb13]

I don't think its too loud at all. Cmon down and take it for a spin! That's a great deal you got.

[sandm]

you can always tell it's loud when the cars in the lane next to you are rolling up their windows when you are next to them in heavy traffic..... :p

[ga-lsv05]

A pro unicyclist?!? I want some lessons lol!

Feather clutch, rev to 8k and pop then throttle through the gears on back tire.

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[ChrisK]

Awesome trip Zabooda! That looks like a great time, reminds me so much of trips I've taken to the UP of Michigan snowmobiling. There's a lot of logging and mining roads to get lost on up there and a lot of history with both of those industry's that has been seemingly left at a standstill since the 1950's. I think the most we've done in a single trip is 1000 miles though, 1700 is ridiculous.

[kaneboats]

That trip looks like it was a blast. Grew up riding off road only. Way too chicken (smart) to ride in traffic.

[lewisb13]

Feather clutch, rev to 8k and pop then throttle through the gears on back tire.

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Got the wheelies down pat!!!
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[mmandley]

Very different then yalls bikes, but hers my skooter, riden her to work every day since 4/1/2012 got over 5K just riding to work and back and i have no problem laying her so deep in turns the floor boards drag. Ohh yea.

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu114/mmandley/Sophia7.jpg

[ChrisK]

Normally don't like bikes like that Mandley but that thing's pretty sleek looking, futuristic. A friend of mine has an FJR that I like the look of too.

[mmandley]

Normally don't like bikes like that Mandley but that thing's pretty sleek looking, futuristic. A friend of mine has an FJR that I like the look of too.

The looks of it are a either you love it or hate it.

Ride it though and you will love it.

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[brain_rinse]

Just a quick google image search but mine looks like this (plus a few mods :) ) The 250 rear takes some getting used to but I really like it. It's my work commuter.
http://cdnmedia.endeavorsuite.com/images/usedequipment/48976d84-5262-4d25-a760-2239aa7fa680/detail/9a058032-6647-4d96-9ed5-36349529fcd6.jpg

[mmandley]

Sweet ride Dan

[moombahighrider]

I ride a 2004 Ducati Monster 800. Such a fun bike to ride, you will love it!!! So nimble, and such a great sound, provided you kit it out right.

Don't have any photos on my phone to post, but maybe I'll find one in the next few days, if anyone cares.

Take it easy, as that bike has some juice...

[Hoopskier]

This was my first and only motorcycle. I sold it after about a year. Just wasnt that into it, and used the money for the boat.

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[beat taco]

Have to do something after our short boating season!
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/09/06/7ase9e4e.jpg


-Jake

[beat taco]

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[ChrisK]

I ride a 2004 Ducati Monster 800. Such a fun bike to ride, you will love it!!! So nimble, and such a great sound, provided you kit it out right.

Don't have any photos on my phone to post, but maybe I'll find one in the next few days, if anyone cares.

Take it easy, as that bike has some juice...

Moombahighrider, cool to know there's another Monster rider on here. Would you recommend any specific forum for them? The one I picked up is in perfect condition right now and runs great, but I know that eventually I will have to be knowledgeable about fixing some things...

[kaneboats]

Jake, that looks like my garage. Got 2 XR70's and XR50 and a 50 Polaris ATV for the kiddies. I sit in a lawn chair next to the cooler and watch 'em whiz by. Don't ride much anymore.

[moombahighrider]

Moombahighrider, cool to know there's another Monster rider on here. Would you recommend any specific forum for them? The one I picked up is in perfect condition right now and runs great, but I know that eventually I will have to be knowledgeable about fixing some things...

Yeah, I am a member of the forum at ducatimonster.org. It is a great forum with lots of info and helpful people. I am not too active on there these days, but look me up there. I am monsterhighrider.

[rdlangston13]

I just rent a Harley every year for the toys for tots run. Much cheaper than buying


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[New Guy]

I miss my 05 R6 but right now I need to pick and choose my hobbies.

http://i368.photobucket.com/albums/oo121/2005r6rider/101408171535.jpg
http://i368.photobucket.com/albums/oo121/2005r6rider/321210998_dsc_0169.jpg
http://i368.photobucket.com/albums/oo121/2005r6rider/321212197_dsc_0775.jpg

[sandm]

always did like a white bike. the fz6 in white was very nice. too bad they stuck a bunch of girl-ey stickers all over it to forever give the bike that stigma..

[kevkev]

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Here is a picture of my bikes. The harley was only a day old in that picture, she now has new black v&h exhaust and a screaming eagle intake and v&h programmer.

[motosno963]

so i guess im the only honda street rider?..i have a 09 cbr600rr..i came close a few times from people people cutting me off..and i did lay my bike down once from doing a wheelie..i wont do wheelies anymore..cost to much money haha and those days are done..i just like to cruise now

[motosno963]

my 2009 600rr with almost 6,000 miles
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[mmandley]

my 2009 600rr with almost 6,000 miles
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Nice ride man, that front tire looking pretty thin in the pic lol.

[C.Hern5972]

Remember

ATGATT

ALL THE GEAR ALL THE TIME

Wear gear and have fun. Ive owned a bike for a long time, put many miles on them. Been riding for 25+yrs and seen some crazy stuff. Wear gear, its not too hot to wear gear.

[motosno963]

front tires good..its my rear that needs to be replaced

[dusty2221]

Here is my Debbie.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/20111106_200032.jpg

These last two are for those "Harley's cant lean" guys. To say I drag would be an understatement. You cant tell how much metal is missing. The pans "used" to be the same all the way around. I'm into the actual mounting bracket now.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/20120925_172618.jpg

Yeah, I drag exhaust also.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/20120925_172654.jpg

She is my daily commuter, 45 miles each way everyday. Pretty much rain or shine, as you can tell by how filthy it is. About to hit 65,000 miles. Had a slew of crotchbike and dirt bikes in the past, but Debbie is the only one that has a forever home.

[kevkev]

Very nice. It does look a lot better all shined up though. I am waiting on my apes to come in, and they can't come in fast enough. I feel like I might as well grab the fork tubes and hold on to them. Is your windshield removable?


Here is my Debbie.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/20111106_200032.jpg

These last two are for those "Harley's cant lean" guys. To say I drag would be an understatement. You cant tell how much metal is missing. The pans "used" to be the same all the way around. I'm into the actual mounting bracket now.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/20120925_172618.jpg

Yeah, I drag exhaust also.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/20120925_172654.jpg

She is my daily commuter, 45 miles each way everyday. Pretty much rain or shine, as you can tell by how filthy it is. About to hit 65,000 miles. Had a slew of crotchbike and dirt bikes in the past, but Debbie is the only one that has a forever home.

[Riding23]

Been riding since I was 16, actually bought a bike on my 16th Bday without my parents knowing lol ( They highly dislike that friend now who was 18 at the time)

1ST 954 I BUILT
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c51/Riding22/bike%20pics/DSC00588.jpg

929 DAILY RIDER
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c51/Riding22/bike%20pics/DSC01267.jpg

LAST 954 I BUILT, ALMOST LOST IT WHEN I HAD TO SELL IT... BEST BIKE I'VE EVER HAD!
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c51/Riding22/bike%20pics/196363_4283603683_3842_n.jpg

[dusty2221]

Out of the 01 R6, the 03 R6, the 03 954, and an 07 1kRR..the 954 is the bike I wish I could go back and never sell. I feel your pain!

[sandm]

never said harleys can't lean, just not very far :) still quite a strip on the side of that tire :p

[Riding23]

HAHA those 954's were babied... rarely wheelied, the 929 on the other hand... ya lets just say it took some abuse in the canyon and in the flats!!

[motosno963]

im still undecided if i should sell my RR..i came up to a 11 1000rr and i love the look of it..almost makes me want to well the 6 and get the 1 haha

[ChrisK]

Very cool to see everyone's bikes, keep 'em coming!

Dusty the most impressive thing I've seen so far in this thread is how clean your garage looks, spill some oil or something man!

I ended up putting about 1500 miles on the Ducati just in September. Considering my commute is only 2 miles, tops, I'm considering that an accomplishment for this late in the year.

[AlacratStore]

you really post great motorcycles photos.I am not sure where to start looking, I don't need a brand new one and im not sure what brand is better than another and im looking to spend anywhere from 5 to 8 grand on the bike. Looking for a sport bike! any suggestions.

[Riding23]

You can pretty much get anything you want for that price range. I would say if you haven't ridden before start small and older so that you can spend some time learning before you hop on a 1000cc bike! I've always been a honda guy but really you can't go wrong with any 600cc as a starting bike??/

[yz 2smoke]

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I'm on the blue yamaha 314

[yz 2smoke]

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This is an old back yard track

[kevkev]

Is this a hairscramble?


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I'm on the blue yamaha 314

[sandm]

If you live round here seems that if you are under 25 you buy gixxer, on a budget, buy kawi and all others buy honda/yammy

[yz 2smoke]

Is this a hairscramble?

yes it was; I use to race hairscrambles, 8,10, and 12 hr races then I switched to racing motocross. I sold my bike when I bought the boat but now that it is put up I'm getting the riding/racing bug again. I tore up my shoulder wakeboarding so I have to get it fixed before I can even think about buying another bike.

[yz 2smoke]

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[yz 2smoke]

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This was my baby; I loved this bike. I took this pic the day I brought it home. I bought it from a kid coming off an 85 and he didnt like it. I got a sweet deal on it. 2007 CRF250R

I will quit for now; I need to find the rest of my dirt bike and street bike pictures.

[kevkev]

yes it was; I use to race hairscrambles, 8,10, and 12 hr races then I switched to racing motocross. I sold my bike when I bought the boat but now that it is put up I'm getting the riding/racing bug again. I tore up my shoulder wakeboarding so I have to get it fixed before I can even think about buying another bike.

I used to race hairscrambles when I lived in Denver. It was probably the worst ass kickings I've ever taken in my life, but they were a ton of fun. Ours were only three hours but there was 250-300 people racing at the same time on a 7.3 mile track.

[yz 2smoke]

The HS around here are around 2 hrs unless it is the afternoon GNCC race then they are 3 hrs. The long distance races are team races, 2 - 3 ppl on a team. I would love to ride in Colorado; I scored free tickets and Fox VIP passes for the des-nations race back a couple of years ago. It was an awesome trip and would love to go back with a bike. I could only imagine the ass kicking your received racing out their.

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[ChrisK]

Just an update here... I'm officially in love. Put something like 2500 miles on since the beginning of September and I'm still riding strong, 27 degrees outside when I left for work this morning.

Been lightly modding so far.. Swapped out all turn signals and taillight, chopped off more of rear frame, tweaked the carbs, new battery, LED package, plasti-dipped belt covers, new sprocket cover, and maybe some other things..

Teaching myself things such as brake/clutch bleeding and carb jetting/tuning instead of wasting money on "Italian" service!

http://i842.photobucket.com/albums/zz345/chriskuecker/DucatiHDr.jpg

[sandm]

sexy... I've ridden behind a few of them and duc's sound amazing when piped right.
won't spell it right but the termi's sound the best imo... :)

[ChrisK]

I'd love to get some Termi high-mounts, far too pricey right now though. Next up will be stage 2 jets and pod filters.

[kaneboats]

Just an update here... I'm officially in love. Put something like 2500 miles on since the beginning of September and I'm still riding strong, 27 degrees outside when I left for work this morning.

Been lightly modding so far.. Swapped out all turn signals and taillight, chopped off more of rear frame, tweaked the carbs, new battery, LED package, plasti-dipped belt covers, new sprocket cover, and maybe some other things..

Teaching myself things such as brake/clutch bleeding and carb jetting/tuning instead of wasting money on "Italian" service!

http://i842.photobucket.com/albums/zz345/chriskuecker/DucatiHDr.jpg

Great composition on that photo! Love it!

[New Guy]

Very nice Chris! I want to get back on two wheels badly but I always got my self in trouble. I would ideal like a super-moto in the future.

[cab13367]

Just got back into motorcycling after a 10 year hiatus. Bought this Yamaha FZ8 about a month ago. Here are pics from the day I rode her home from the dealer. Been busy modding it - of course!

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-02.jpg
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-01.jpg
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-04.jpg
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-03.jpg

[cab13367]

A few more.
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-06.jpg
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-05.jpg
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-09.jpg
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg276/cab13367/FZ8-07.jpg

[ChrisK]

Nice Cab! The FZ8's are so sweet, they were on my purchase radar along with the Monsters, ZRX 1200's, CB1000's, and Z1000's.

[kevkev]

I will post pics of mine once it arrives, but here is what my new toy will look like. Dealership says it will be "sometime" in March before they get these in. Gotta love KTM...
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[yz 2smoke]

I will post pics of mine once it arrives, but here is what my new toy will look like. Dealership says it will be "sometime" in March before they get these in. Gotta love KTM...
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I would have a hard time getting that thing dirty. I've never been a KTM fan but that bike looks amazing!! I think I would just park that bike in the living room. Do you know what number your getting?

[kevkev]

I would have a hard time getting that thing dirty. I've never been a KTM fan but that bike looks amazing!! I think I would just park that bike in the living room. Do you know what number your getting?

They don't know what number i'm getting yet, I hope it's 22 (not a reed fan) but I probably won't be lucky enough to get one with that low of number. I've always wanted a KTM, and when I finally decided to buy another new one I looked at Honda and KTM and once I saw the Factory Edition I was sold instantly. I think I need to buy a spare set of plastics so I can take these off and not cry when I get the first scratch.

[zabooda]

Can't beat a KTM. A lot more money than a Jap bike and 30 pounds less and you'll kick butt on the trails. Remember to check sprocket size that you use, hand guards, Tugger lift straps and skid plate. I modified my 450 EXC before it left the show room floor. Keep up the maintenance.

Happy trails......................

[yz 2smoke]

They don't know what number i'm getting yet, I hope it's 22 (not a reed fan) but I probably won't be lucky enough to get one with that low of number. I've always wanted a KTM, and when I finally decided to buy another new one I looked at Honda and KTM and once I saw the Factory Edition I was sold instantly. I think I need to buy a spare set of plastics so I can take these off and not cry when I get the first scratch.

I would buy a spare set of plastic too. I did this with my last bike; looked new when I sold it. Good luck on getting the number you want.

[yz 2smoke]

Can't beat a KTM. A lot more money than a Jap bike and 30 pounds less and you'll kick butt on the trails. Remember to check sprocket size that you use, hand guards, Tugger lift straps and skid plate. I modified my 450 EXC before it left the show room floor. Keep up the maintenance.

Happy trails......................

That riding spot looks awesome!!

[rc5695]

not sure how i don't have any pics on this thread yet???

I sold my FZ6 last year
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I bought the FZ1 and love it! Plenty of mods done, and a coule left I'd like to do someday (Ohlins fork, black anodize some parts, etc.)
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Cody's got an 87 VFR700 Interceptor II...Somebody on here might recognize the jacket :)
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[rc5695]

couple more of my FZ1...
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[rc5695]

So here's some dirtbike bikes...
My 09 Husky WR300 (was Glenn Kearney's spare GNCC Race bike w/ only 3 races on it)
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The littlest bike, a Suzuki JR50
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And the XR50 I just redid for my girls. I bought it new in '01, and it is now on its 3rd set of plastics, 4th or 5th set of graphics, 3rd set of forks. Engine is solid and has never been touched. It has been through the 4 oldest boys and is on to my oldest daughter now (7).
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Suzuki RM65
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[rc5695]

Here's a pic of all the kids on a few of the bikes. Don't worry, the 2 w/o helmets weren't riding at the time, just posing. The daughter in the sparkly hat doens't much like to ride anyways, but the baby does. He'll chase the boys around the yard until they take him for a ride now. lol
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Not pictured are the yamaha TT-R90 and the KX100...


Here's a project bike, which is currently stripped down for rebuild. We're hoping to get it going to Cam's first bike this summer, but we'll see. it is a twin-cyl 400cc 2-stroke!
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[zabooda]

rc, good to see the family involved. I'm seeing less families involved in riding and it may be the cost these days. Bikes for kids are passed down to others all the time at a reasonable price but it's the gear that gets ya.

[rc5695]

THANKS. we've been able to pass down most of the gear most of the time. Gear (except helmets) is cheap if you know how to shop for it. Shop the outlets and closeouts (not to mention used sometimes) and you can get pants for like $20 shipped! None of use could care less if the style is a couple years old!

Nearly all of us love riding. My wife used to not mind, but since a couple of us have gotten hurt, it kinda tears her up now... She's doing alright with it though. She knows its something we love, and really brings us boys together, and doesn't want to take that away from us. she's a good woman.

FYI: I had my 4th son, Isaiah, riding that JR50 withOUT the training wheels before his 3rd b-day :O We love our dirtbikes ;)

[wolfeman131]

it may be the cost these days.

urrrrggh!

We keep the 4 wheelers at the lake and I just don't have time/patience to work on them myself anymore. Mine got tore up w/ ethanol and needs a carb rebuild. I dropped of the girl's 90's, wife's 200 and mine for the rebuild and then just general maintenance such as fluid changes, air filter 2 new batteries, etc and the bill came to a cool $1,000+.

[rc5695]

... I dropped of the girl's 90's, wife's 200 and mine for the rebuild and then just general maintenance such as fluid changes, air filter 2 new batteries, etc and the bill came to a cool $1,000+.

That's insane!!! I spent that on parts last year, but that was a top AND bottom end inthe KX100, top end kits for hte JR50 and RM65, forks for the XR50, and a slew of other little parts. It may take time, but your dollar goes SSOO much further doing your own work! For real, bring them to me next time and I'll charge ya half what the dealer would. We'll both make out! :)

[wolfeman131]

I know, I know. It's the $70/shop hr that kills ya! I simply don't feel like taking weekend time to do it and hauling them all the way home to tinker in my workshop would cost me more in gas towing them home & frustration than what the shop charges.

[dusty2221]

Well, I figured I could share these! I ordered a new set of wheels for Debbie, my '03 Heritage Softail, back in November and they are finally on the way to Texas! These are the "Cali" by Primo Wheel in California. They are cut from a sold block of billet aluminum then chromed and pc'd so they are one piece tubeless wheels. I can not wait until they get here next week!

He is supposed to be getting me some high res shots they took for advertising, I'll post up when I get them!

Front 21X3.25 & Rear is 16x3.5. They are replacing an already custom set that I have had hell with since day 1.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/Screenshot_2013-02-14-20-28-44.png

Shot of Deb

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/20111106_200032.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/Mobile%20Uploads/20111106_200209.jpg


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[wolfeman131]

Man, ole' Deb is looking hot.

[kaneboats]

She shore is a sweet thang!

[New Guy]

Dusty I love that bike so sexy! Does Ash ever ride with you?

[ChrisK]

Picked up a new bike as a project, 1982 Yamaha Virago XV750. Here's a crappy shot of both of them in my NEW garage!

http://i842.photobucket.com/albums/zz345/chriskuecker/photo-2_zpsc9d60042.jpg

[dusty2221]

Thanks Mark. She rarely rides any more. We miss the days of having both sport bikes. After having her own she didn't enjoy riding bia anymore!

They put a few new shots on fb with tires mounted.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/Screenshot_2013-02-15-20-16-46-1.png

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/dusty2221/Screenshot_2013-02-15-20-16-32-1.png

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[rc5695]

Found the pic I wanted of all our dirtbikes lined up infront of the boat in my "organized" garage. Unfortunately it it looks like the shed will have to wait until next year and my garage stays a mess for another year...
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[New Guy]

^That's a garage full of fun.

[kevkev]

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Well it has finally arrived. The dealership called on Tuesday and said that my bike made it in, I went up there and helped assemble it and brought it home last night. I will definitely be out all weekend breaking her in.;)

[kevkev]

Last one for now.
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[yz 2smoke]

So what number did you end up getting? You will be a few seconds faster if you take that number 5 off. lol

[kevkev]

So what number did you end up getting? You will be a few seconds faster if you take that number 5 off. lol

That's funny. I got # 259. What are the odds that Stewart is my favorite rider and I get a Stewart / Dungey KTM.

[rc5695]

Well it has finally arrived. The dealership called on Tuesday and said that my bike made it in, I went up there and helped assemble it and brought it home last night. I will definitely be out all weekend breaking her in.;)

sweet!!! :cool:

[yz 2smoke]

That's funny. I got # 259. What are the odds that Stewart is my favorite rider and I get a Stewart / Dungey KTM.

Thats cool you got a number you wanted.

[mmandley]

This is a sales pitch for a guy with his dirt bike. OMG soo dam funny.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyrFdBxJ2fI

[kevkev]

He's pretty excited. I was waiting for him to try and ride the crate down the hill.

[zabooda]

Dirt bikes take you to good boating places.

[wolfeman131]

This is a sales pitch for a guy with his dirt bike. OMG soo dam funny.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyrFdBxJ2fI

Of course ole' bubba there is sporting his Georgia Bulldawgs shirt & helping to preserve the stereotyping associated with this great state. Surprised he didn't have a peanut behind his ear.

[zabooda]

This is a sales pitch for a guy with his dirt bike. OMG soo dam funny.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyrFdBxJ2fI

That was funny and we have car dealers here who come across the same way. Fun to watch.

[chawk610]

King of the double negative!

"don't make dees no more!"

[tarheelskier]

Awesome, I think that's a "2 stoke, baby!"

[beat taco]

Yes, the link is awesome. Moving on... It's now riding season in Oregon. Here's my latest acquisition.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/03/13/4a8aby3e.jpg

[zabooda]

I think someone may soon be heading to Florence Oregon with a little dune action.

[rc5695]

you'll have fun with that Jake! Not exactly a "motorcycle", but it'll work ;) Lol.

[beat taco]

Should be a good dune machine for the wife and 10 year old who is outgrowing his raptor 80. My first 2 stroke. 2 stroke baby. You hit the gas and its like braap! Up on two wheels with me on it. They don't make 'em anymore, brraaapp.

[wolfeman131]

added another 4 stroke to the stable

http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/dd344/wolfeman131/2013-02-16_10-56-44_2.jpg

can just get all 5 squeezed in for weekend trips

http://i530.photobucket.com/albums/dd344/wolfeman131/2013-02-16_13-16-56_735.jpg

[bergermaister]

^^ I think the helmet is covering up his HUGE grin!

[maxpower220]

I'm headed to Daytona to meet up with old squadron mates for Bike Week on Friday. Lots of ass pain on the GSXR.

[wolfeman131]

Lots of ass pain

Don't care what kind of fun you're having, but that's never a good thing!

[rc5695]

I actually sold my covered trailer becuase we couldn't fit al the bikes in it anymore.

I had a chance to watch taht youtube vid btw, Hilarious!!!

[maxpower220]

I had a good time at Bike Week, but a little depressing. I went a few years ago and also about 6 years. There are way less vendors, bikers, and sponsors out there now. While it's still a lot of bikes, it's a lot less than the other times I've been. I enjoyed riding some new bikes from Suzuki, Harley, and Yamaha. It was sad that Triumph, aprilia, KTM, or Ducati decided not to attend. Seems like a lot of audience to ignore in one place.

[ChrisK]

Took me approximately 8 months to become completely obsessed with bikes. Just rode the Duc to work and it's 32 degrees outside. And I have this in my garage, 1982 Yamaha Virago. Complete teardown and custom build, going to be a street-fighter mixed with cafe kind of build. Front end is from a 2003 R1.

http://i842.photobucket.com/albums/zz345/chriskuecker/7F118FE9-B623-4E90-8CE4-EC5239B3F551-7629-0000039BF249BDAC_zps131f4c51.jpg

[rc5695]

sweet build!!! Can't wait to see the final pics. I've sen a couple sweet Virago builds lately.
1 here: http://www.customfighters.com/forums/showthread.php?t=51288&page=23
and I don't have the link anymore, but there's a whole Virago forum with custom builds.

[ChrisK]

Yeah I've been following that build too. I've been trying to not read too much into how people are doing their builds, I'd rather just learn for myself so I don't end up with a cookie-cutter final product.

[rc5695]

Yeah I've been following that build too. I've been trying to not read too much into how people are doing their builds, I'd rather just learn for myself so I don't end up with a cookie-cutter final product.

Exactly. Sometimes it is nice to see a neat idea and take something away from it though. Hoping to start the build on a 1970's yamaha RD400 for my son soon :)