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  1. CORONA225 CORONA225 is offline

    Denham Springs, LA
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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 2:55pm)

    Been wanting to get one for awhile now. My buddy just got a Suzuki drz 400sm and I am thinking about getting one as well. Just wondering if anyone has any opinions on them. It is a supermotard bike.
  2. Willywoo Willywoo is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:03pm) in reply to CORONA225

    Had a couple when I was in college. 1976 Honda 750 was the last. Sweet bike. Now I prefer heat, air, music, heated, adjustable leather seats, but I do understand the allure. I spent a lot of time riding in the Shenandoah Luray area of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
  3. Milo Milo is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:05pm) in reply to Willywoo

    Motorcycles are like helicopters. You've either had a major accident with one, or you're going to . . . be a good guy and sign your donor card before you take delivery.
  4. CORONA225 CORONA225 is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:05pm) in reply to Willywoo

    Yeah my buddy says there is nothing like cruising down the street on a bike. Guess Im gonna find out.
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  5. Chazmental Chazmental is offline Thief

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:06pm) in reply to Willywoo

    I am partial to the Zuki GSXR 750's and also the GSXRk5's.
  6. 2Slick4u 2Slick4u is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:07pm) in reply to CORONA225

    I'm a cruiser guy, mostly Honda Shadow 1100 bikes. Don't know jack about the new hybrids and never got on a crotch rocket in my life. I'm not very smart, but I was at least smart enough to realize I'da killed myself if I'd chosen crotch rockets over cruisers. Here's my latest:

  7. CORONA225 CORONA225 is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:08pm) in reply to Milo

     
    Originally Posted by Milo View Post

    Motorcycles are like helicopters. You've either had a major accident with one, or you're going to . . . be a good guy and sign your donor card before you take delivery.

    I hear ya. And I am an organ donor.
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  8. CORONA225 CORONA225 is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:10pm) in reply to Chazmental

     
    Originally Posted by Chazmental View Post

    I am partial to the Zuki GSXR 750's and also the GSXRk5's.

    Those are very nice bikes. But leaning over the whole time just doesnt appeal to me.
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  9. heavyj80 heavyj80 is online now

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:10pm) in reply to CORONA225



    1. billion times safer

    2. can do it in your underwear

    3. much cheaper
  10. CORONA225 CORONA225 is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:12pm) in reply to heavyj80

     
    Originally Posted by heavyj80 View Post



    1. billion times safer

    2. can do it in your underwear

    3. much cheaper

    LOL! Im sure the wife would rather me get that.
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  11. ginwilly ginwilly is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:14pm) in reply to 2Slick4u

    I have an 85 goldwing and 07 VTX 1800. I take the goldwing on long distance rides to the mountains a few times a year and the vtx is for transportation. I've been on crotch rockets and love the pure speed and power but if you are going to be a daily rider those are not as comfy or practical.

    If you ride remember a few basic safety rules.

    you fit in blind spots so don't assume cars can see you

    drivers think you can stop on a dime (my pick up stops safer than the goldwing)

    a loud bike is a safe bike

    stay out of the middle of the lane, this collects all of the oil and road grime, stay in tire grooves.

    gl man, i can't imagine not riding, i've been riding for 30 years and when i'm no longer safe on 2 wheels i'll go to 3.
  12. CORONA225 CORONA225 is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:22pm) in reply to ginwilly

     
    Originally Posted by ginwilly View Post

    I have an 85 goldwing and 07 VTX 1800. I take the goldwing on long distance rides to the mountains a few times a year and the vtx is for transportation. I've been on crotch rockets and love the pure speed and power but if you are going to be a daily rider those are not as comfy or practical.

    If you ride remember a few basic safety rules.

    you fit in blind spots so don't assume cars can see you

    drivers think you can stop on a dime (my pick up stops safer than the goldwing)

    a loud bike is a safe bike

    stay out of the middle of the lane, this collects all of the oil and road grime, stay in tire grooves.

    gl man, i can't imagine not riding, i've been riding for 30 years and when i'm no longer safe on 2 wheels i'll go to 3.

    Thanks for the tips. I cant wait to ride but like you said. At the first sign I dont feel safe I will def sale it.
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  13. mesaplayeraz mesaplayeraz is offline

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    Oct 25th, 2009 (10/25/2009 3:31pm) in reply to CORONA225

    I miss riding on a motorcycle. The freedom you feel when riding on a bike is amazing that you just cant get riding in a car.

    I live in an area you can ride pretty much all year around, however, with the influx of senior citizens down here, this isnt that safest metro area to ride in. :(
  14. ihaterats ihaterats is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 2:05am) in reply to CORONA225

    I am a Harley owner myself
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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 2:45am) in reply to CORONA225



    Just bought this three weeks ago. 2010 Street Bob.
  16. threeven threeven is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 3:04am) in reply to CORONA225

    my buddy just got a Harley Davidson Nightrod. It's pretty badass

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 3:24am) in reply to threeven

     
    Originally Posted by threeven View Post

    my buddy just got a Harley Davidson Nightrod. It's pretty badass

    That is a sick bike
  18. elusively elusively is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 3:51am) in reply to nw25th

    Always post this pic when this topic comes up in here because I <3 it.

    2004 gixxer 600, sold it (FML :/), plan on getting back out there next year though. I've been riding since I was 18 and had a bike every summer but 2009. I miss it dearly.

  19. Camz Camz is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 9:45am) in reply to elusively

     
    Originally Posted by elusively View Post


    Always post this pic when this topic comes up in here because I <3 it.

    2004 gixxer 600, sold it (FML :/), plan on getting back out there next year though. I've been riding since I was 18 and had a bike every summer but 2009. I miss it dearly.


  20. d1am0ndc d1am0ndc is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 10:40am) in reply to Camz

    Jealous????

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  21. akcbr954 akcbr954 is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 1:22pm) in reply to elusively

     
    Originally Posted by elusively View Post

    Always post this pic when this topic comes up in here because I <3 it.

    2004 gixxer 600, sold it (FML :/), plan on getting back out there next year though. I've been riding since I was 18 and had a bike every summer but 2009. I miss it dearly.


    do u have circles down yet?
     
  22. Lameass_ Lameass_ is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 1:25pm) in reply to CORONA225

    had a 82 yamaha special 2 650. loveddddddd it.

    fuck i need to get another bike

    also rockets are gay.
  23. Sportbike33 Sportbike33 is offline

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    Oct 26th, 2009 (10/26/2009 1:32pm) in reply to CORONA225

    Riding a motorcycle down the road in fall through the mountains has been one of my favorite thigns to do. When its time to kick back and relax there is no better way than to cruise down the highway to where ever. I highly suggest getting a bike no matter what the type. Enjoy!!
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