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Title: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: jrou111 on September 10, 2015, 02:13:36 PM
Yesterday was rainy so I decided to do some riding where it was a little drier:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXolyOmYMjY
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Argh Oh on September 10, 2015, 02:56:31 PM
Glad you had your gear on.  :o
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on September 10, 2015, 03:59:28 PM
I'm getting the itch for that "new bike" smell...  8)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: TFancher on September 10, 2015, 06:11:35 PM
Hello my name is Tony and I'm a motoholic.

Seriously thanks for getting us back on the road. Looking forward to riding with my old friends again soon.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on September 11, 2015, 05:21:09 PM
Quote from: kwb377 on September 10, 2015, 03:59:28 PM
I'm getting the itch for that "new bike" smell...  8)

Itch has been scratched...

(http://www.pbase.com/kwb377/image/161269714.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Argh Oh on September 11, 2015, 05:45:38 PM
Wow, sweet!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: jrobinson on September 11, 2015, 05:49:03 PM
Nice looking bike, Glenn, er I mean Kevin.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on September 11, 2015, 06:17:18 PM
Gonna ship it over to Glenn's for a week to get farkled...  :)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: jrobinson on September 11, 2015, 06:35:08 PM
Careful, he'll sell it when he's done
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on September 11, 2015, 07:40:43 PM
You guys are funny....

(http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m917dmtX5h1rbw6bto1_500.gif)

;D
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: terryrussell1 on September 11, 2015, 09:41:39 PM
Awesome and that color is sweet
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: ThumperTriple on September 12, 2015, 01:24:52 PM
Nice looking Versys, my FJ is feeling pretty lonely around here.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: lastparrot on September 14, 2015, 08:37:20 AM
During my ride yesterday a rider came up behind me.  While I normally love having company this encounter was kind of odd.  Maybe not.   I'll let you decide.  I am pretty sure this person used their horn several times when they first came up behind me wanting me to let them pass.  Thinking this, I slowed and took to the right side of the road, the rider didn't pass me.  I waved, they didn't pass.  At this point I decided to just go ahead and ride my ride.  During the next several miles they would get a little too close to me for me to be comfortable.  Here is where I feel I made a mistake.  I started riding faster, letting this individual push me a bit, not much but I was just wanting a relaxing cruise before the afternoon's busy schedule set in.  Eventually they pulled off, but I realized that I didn't get what I wanted out of the ride.  Don't get wrong, loved to be out riding since it was a near perfect day but that has stuck with me for some reason.  Anyway, just wanted to throw that out there.  How do you handle such things?
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: springer on September 14, 2015, 01:23:45 PM
Quote from: lastparrot on September 14, 2015, 08:37:20 AM
During my ride yesterday a rider came up behind me.  While I normally love having company this encounter was kind of odd.  Maybe not.   I'll let you decide.  I am pretty sure this person used their horn several times when they first came up behind me wanting me to let them pass.  Thinking this, I slowed and took to the right side of the road, the rider didn't pass me.  I waved, they didn't pass.  At this point I decided to just go ahead and ride my ride.  During the next several miles they would get a little too close to me for me to be comfortable.  Here is where I feel I made a mistake.  I started riding faster, letting this individual push me a bit, not much but I was just wanting a relaxing cruise before the afternoon's busy schedule set in.  Eventually they pulled off, but I realized that I didn't get what I wanted out of the ride.  Don't get wrong, loved to be out riding since it was a near perfect day but that has stuck with me for some reason.  Anyway, just wanted to throw that out there.  How do you handle such things?
If they will not pass most of the time they just want you to pull over to talk. Talk about bikes, something they saw on your bike that interested them or caused alarm.
It is up to you of course to pull over. If you do not want to, don't.You could be in a huury to get somewhere or just not feel safe.  Ether way, is no biggie.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: lk2rd on September 15, 2015, 11:53:33 AM
When that happens, it's usually a beautiful women that owns several really cool bikes that she does all the wrenching on herself.  She wants to get to know you because you are so cool and you ride a motorcycle.  Happens to me all the time....then I wake up.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KrisCook on September 18, 2015, 11:05:17 AM
Quote from: jrobinson on September 11, 2015, 05:49:03 PM
Nice looking bike, Glenn, er I mean Kevin.

Baah haha!   (http://i756.photobucket.com/albums/xx202/KrisCook/yahoo%20smile_zpscy8ijvxo.gif) (http://s756.photobucket.com/user/KrisCook/media/yahoo%20smile_zpscy8ijvxo.gif.html)

Seriously, though.  Gorgeous bike.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on October 05, 2015, 09:58:09 PM
Found this road today that drops off Signal Mtn. You know it's a tight switchback when a PT Cruiser has to stop and back up to negotiate the turn. I had to perform Gymkhana turns on the right-handers going down.

I'll definitely be incorporating it into an upcoming ride...

(http://www.pbase.com/kwb377/image/161495727.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on October 06, 2015, 07:05:17 PM
Imagine that you are a bird...

...with wings...
...and feathers...
...and the freedom to fly...
...to heights of hundreds/thousands of feet...
...high above most predators...

What the hell are you doing in my front brake rotor?
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: polarissalesman on October 07, 2015, 04:30:05 PM
Quote from: gharshman on October 06, 2015, 07:05:17 PM
Imagine that you are a bird...

...with wings...
...and feathers...
...and the freedom to fly...
...to heights of hundreds/thousands of feet...
...high above most predators...

What the hell are you doing in my front brake rotor?

WTH are you doing a 1000 feet up in his space????
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KrisCook on October 08, 2015, 09:17:53 AM
Quote from: polarissalesman on October 07, 2015, 04:30:05 PM
Quote from: gharshman on October 06, 2015, 07:05:17 PM
Imagine that you are a bird...

...with wings...
...and feathers...
...and the freedom to fly...
...to heights of hundreds/thousands of feet...
...high above most predators...

What the hell are you doing in my front brake rotor?

WTH are you doing a 1000 feet up in his space????


A wheelie, most likely.   8)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: IceCold4x4 on October 08, 2015, 12:14:13 PM
Quote from: gharshman on October 06, 2015, 07:05:17 PM
Imagine that you are a bird...

...with wings...
...and feathers...
...and the freedom to fly...
...to heights of hundreds/thousands of feet...
...high above most predators...

What the hell are you doing in my front brake rotor?

Took a hit to my shoulder the other day from some winged terror.  Wasn't pleasant. They should have a minimum op floor of 100 feet agl
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: DachshundUberAlles on October 08, 2015, 06:50:46 PM
Quote from: gharshman on October 06, 2015, 07:05:17 PM
Imagine that you are a bird...

...with wings...
...and feathers...
...and the freedom to fly...
...to heights of hundreds/thousands of feet...
...high above most predators...

What the hell are you doing in my front brake rotor?

A couple of weeks ago, one decided to end it all by wedging itself between the brake hose and fork tube of the Magna. That gives the Magna an air (bird) and a ground (squirrel) "kill". I'm going to have to watch out for low bridge water crossing in case some fish wants a go.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on October 08, 2015, 07:56:21 PM

Quote from: DachshundUberAlles on October 08, 2015, 06:50:46 PM
That gives the Magna an air (bird) and a ground (squirrel) "kill". I'm going to have to watch out for low bridge water crossing in case some fish wants a go.

Yes!  I hit a squirrel also, about 1-1/2 months ago.  We're tied!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on November 03, 2015, 04:17:14 AM
did something yesterday afternoon that i thought i'd never do....


dropped my bike off at a shop to be worked on.

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Ryanbroome on November 03, 2015, 12:10:13 PM

Quote from: Slede on November 03, 2015, 04:17:14 AM
did something yesterday afternoon that i thought i'd never do....


dropped my bike off at a shop to be worked on.
Oh no! You must have broke both hands in an unfortunate smelting accident
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on November 03, 2015, 06:38:18 PM
Quote from: Ryanbroome on November 03, 2015, 12:10:13 PM

Quote from: Slede on November 03, 2015, 04:17:14 AM
did something yesterday afternoon that i thought i'd never do....


dropped my bike off at a shop to be worked on.
Oh no! You must have broke both hands in an unfortunate smelting accident

nope, been working 7/12's since august
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on November 05, 2015, 02:47:05 PM
Two biggest lies I've been handed today...

"20 percent chance of scattered afternoon drizzle..."

"The Olympia AST 2 jacket features a waterproof membrane to keep you dry..."

>:(

Just ordered a Klim Latitude jacket to take care of #2.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Mulley on November 05, 2015, 03:12:17 PM
Quote from: KevinB on November 05, 2015, 02:47:05 PM
Two biggest lies I've been handed today...

"20 percent chance of scattered afternoon drizzle..."

"The Olympia AST 2 jacket features a waterproof membrane to keep you dry..."

>:(

Just ordered a Klim Latitude jacket to take care of #2.

I have a Klim Latitude jacket. It's the bomb-digity. It runs a little big. I have an XL and can wear a sweatshirt and a chest protector under it and it's still loose.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on November 05, 2015, 04:01:37 PM
I stopped at Pandora's in Chattanooga while passing through the other day. I tried on the Apex and Overland, both in XL...fit great. The Apex was the awesome, but also $800. The Overland lacked some of the adjustment straps and venting, but they were going to make a deal at $375.

Decided to mull it over, and found a 2015 version of the Latitude on Ebay for $450. Also ordered a pair of Latitude Misano pants a few days ago. Other than my mesh gear, I should be able to divest myself of several pants and jackets by going with the Klim suit for most conditions.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: scrappyjon on November 13, 2015, 07:29:52 AM
Am I right???

(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/13/c3393e3c17b411001ee6daa1d4e9f450.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on December 10, 2015, 07:10:36 PM
So I ride past this abandoned gas station today, and I noticed the lone forlorn pump...

(http://www.pbase.com/kwb377/image/162062695.jpg)

And this immediately popped into my head...

"Meth, Not Even Once..."

Before:
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_JbcW7ewATGo/SQStC_WCmCI/AAAAAAAAAnU/3YBkCSVehkk/s1600/wall-e-wave-749751.png)

After:
(http://www.pbase.com/kwb377/image/162062696.jpg)

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Ryanbroome on December 10, 2015, 08:40:04 PM

Quote from: KevinB on December 10, 2015, 07:10:36 PM
So I ride past this abandoned gas station today, and I noticed the lone forlorn pump...

(http://www.pbase.com/kwb377/image/162062695.jpg)

And this immediately popped into my head...

"Meth, Not Even Once..."

Before:
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_JbcW7ewATGo/SQStC_WCmCI/AAAAAAAAAnU/3YBkCSVehkk/s1600/wall-e-wave-749751.png)

After:
(http://www.pbase.com/kwb377/image/162062696.jpg)
Ha! Looks just like him. So sad
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on May 22, 2016, 10:45:28 PM
So, I'm sitting outside William's Grocery in Arley when this guy pulls in and parks next to me...
He had his sleeveless shirt with the 2nd Amendment patch on the back...
He had the skull and crossbones do-rag and mirrored shades....
He had a confederate flag and a POW/MIA flag on his bike....
He had the tassles....
And I was trying not to be judgmental....

But then he took off his helmet, and I realized that he had a fake ponytail...
Mountain Dew came out of my nose...
Thankfully, the carbonation stung my sinuses and stopped any outright laughing...
I'm sure that that saved me from an attempted beating by "Bad Boy Brad".

(http://i1136.photobucket.com/albums/n496/gharshman/IMG_6084_zpsmir8zpi7.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on May 29, 2016, 09:06:21 AM
The Eggbeater Jesus, a frequent landmark and subject for the Photo Tag games, is in jeopardy. At a repair cost of $1.4million, I think I'll learn how to do mosaics.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160529/a1cd18c63c8379e2ec2a8d44d5d2a84a.jpg)


more info here - admin
http://whnt.com/2016/05/24/upgrades-coming-for-eggbeater-jesus-mosaic/
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on June 10, 2016, 09:55:34 PM
We had this beauty show up at work this week.

(http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss4/kdtrull/20160606_090714_zpsvqzar4wt.jpg) (http://s556.photobucket.com/user/kdtrull/media/20160606_090714_zpsvqzar4wt.jpg.html)

(http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss4/kdtrull/20160606_090541_zpspbbqyw8c.jpg) (http://s556.photobucket.com/user/kdtrull/media/20160606_090541_zpspbbqyw8c.jpg.html)

It's nice.  I think the lower wind protection could use a little more contours...but very nice.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on June 11, 2016, 08:40:44 PM
Cycle World in Gadsden has the new CRF1000L.  First one I've seen outside the internets.  Someone has dropped it...minor scratches...looks great though....but man, it's HUGE.
Every bike in the shop has a price tag on it except that one....I figured that was a hint...didn't even ask.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: TFancher on June 12, 2016, 09:33:47 AM
Did you notice if it was the DCT Version or manual? Also what color?
(Like I can really afford another bike! )
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on June 12, 2016, 11:30:33 AM
Quote from: TFancher on June 12, 2016, 09:33:47 AM
Did you notice if it was the DCT Version or manual? Also what color?
(Like I can really afford another bike! )

I saw a red one in the front window of the Honda dealer in Rome, GA while passing through about a week ago.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on June 12, 2016, 06:01:41 PM
Quote from: TFancher on June 12, 2016, 09:33:47 AM
Did you notice if it was the DCT Version or manual? Also what color?
(Like I can really afford another bike! )

Silver...pretty sure it had standard transmission.  It had fallen on the shifter side...but very minor scrape.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on July 04, 2016, 04:32:50 PM
Café racer conversion how-to...

http://www.throttleroll.com/how-to-be-a-cafe-racer/
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: mojo1 on July 05, 2016, 11:22:06 AM
Quote from: KevinB on July 04, 2016, 04:32:50 PM
Café racer conversion how-to...

http://www.throttleroll.com/how-to-be-a-cafe-racer/
So you gonna become one ?
Lol
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on July 11, 2016, 07:20:01 PM
Probably not a ton-o-fun for the Arctic Bums:

(http://i556.photobucket.com/albums/ss4/kdtrull/ND_zpsycmdhdja.jpg) (http://s556.photobucket.com/user/kdtrull/media/ND_zpsycmdhdja.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on July 12, 2016, 06:23:48 PM
$84 for the set, delivered next day...

Gotta love it!

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160712/9e3958ac8c60a73303ba4f15adfc1c65.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: norton73 on July 12, 2016, 09:21:44 PM
Details man! i'm gonna need some tires for the BRP when I get around to setting it up.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kylepeterson on July 12, 2016, 09:34:13 PM
Quote from: norton73 on July 12, 2016, 09:21:44 PM
Details man! i'm gonna need some tires for the BRP when I get around to setting it up.

shinko 244 (golden boy), or Kenda k270

the shinko is the easiest route to mount, ever
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: klaviator on July 12, 2016, 09:54:46 PM
I'm sure they are Shinko 244s.  The Kenda 270s suck on pavement and cost more.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on July 12, 2016, 09:59:22 PM
Quote from: norton73 on July 12, 2016, 09:21:44 PM
Details man! i'm gonna need some tires for the BRP when I get around to setting it up.

Rocky Mountain ATV ... they have a warehouse in Kentucky.  I placed the order yesterday at 10:00am, they were on my doorstep this afternoon.

(http://i1136.photobucket.com/albums/n496/gharshman/rmatv_zpsuioeu9x9.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: LRobinson on July 13, 2016, 06:37:25 PM
Mojo1 is a tag playing machine! 

That is all!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on July 13, 2016, 06:54:10 PM
Quote from: LRobinson on July 13, 2016, 06:37:25 PM
Mojo1 is a tag playing machine! 

That is all!

if he looks he's got a 2fer one this afternoon
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on August 04, 2016, 07:30:41 PM
New high viz adventure luggage...

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160805/9674fdab0ba9c5eb147b03f7e7440794.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on August 13, 2016, 06:06:59 PM
Nice Goat!! KevinB!! Help! My bike will never be clean again! But it won't be for a lack of trying.

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160813/ad0cb89d1681274f97ea356536c6645d.jpg)

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160813/26bb977e177161c8fe0d2bc8aa8c17f9.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on August 13, 2016, 06:43:03 PM
S100 works pretty well...I rarely hand wash my bike anymore.

Good luck!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on August 27, 2016, 03:01:38 PM
I rode 25 from Vincent to Leeds today ... perfect weather ... saw five (5) bikes total.   :'(
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on August 27, 2016, 04:48:45 PM
Quote from: Nice Goat on August 27, 2016, 03:01:38 PM
I rode 25 from Vincent to Leeds today ... perfect weather ... saw five (5) bikes total.   :'(

I rode the big TN dirt loop yesterday and didn't see a single bike of any kind for 288 miles...not totally surprised since it was a work day.  But I would expect to see somebody riding on the way up there and back.

Today, I rode about 120 miles of GPSKevin's TAT and only saw three cruisers.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on September 03, 2016, 06:29:49 AM
A day at the track and then come home for this. Awesome!

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on September 12, 2016, 09:42:13 PM
keep beggin folks to look out for you and others to pray for you if you want to but I'm gonna keep on driving the bike and watching all these shortbuses real close.

I was run off the road into a ditch last week coming home after visiting with my cousin at the funeral home, his dad passed. the irony was not lost on me at all.

no, I didn't crash, I rode that mutha into and out of the ditch like a champ and waited on mister "im in a hurry so fuck you" in the middle of the street. he/she declined to speak to me and reversed into a Tahoe, good enough, I got things to do.


Yall be carefull out there and take care and watch out for your own asses, you all matter to me.......
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on September 17, 2016, 05:57:34 PM
Rainy day football not a total waste...found this new sport!

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on November 16, 2016, 04:10:54 PM
i don't ride my dirtbike near as much as i used to, to the point that i put it up for sale every so often. but then i get it out, kick it once, ride around the yard and the sale add just disappears. i really enjoy that little play bike. it wheelies, jumps, stops, and crashes with a happyness all its own. i can sometimes feel her smiling at me when i get a little too reckless on her, she approves but knows my skill level isn't quite there yet so i need a spanking (those are a lot more forgiving than the ones the streetbike can give though so i'm good with it)

happyness is sweet asswhipping given as only a 2stroke can


hard drinkers, let's drink hard  8)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on January 26, 2017, 08:11:40 PM
I've been riding some....since the cursed outage.  Then ,two weeks ago, it got real.  I got to ride my friend's motocross bike.  YZ250 with 290 topper....holy cow...not recommended for folks doubting the 3rd KLR they just got.  4th gear power wheelies...who ever heard of such mystical-ness.  It was fun.  We taught the flint trail a lesson or two.  It taught us a few things too....like you're 50 dude....chill out!  Fortune favors the downhill direction on a KLR.  Not so much on a 250.  I took the 650 but longed for my little XT. Maybe the orange mirage is the answer.  The YZ changed my perspective.  Some things I wish I'd learned years ago.  The flint creek trail is torn up enough for the thrill seekers....and unfamiliar to the old turds.  I'm surprised by how much it changed in a year or two.  The side-by-sides just tractor right up those craggy rocks....and I'm pretty sure they caused the craggy rocks.   650 downhill was not so bad.  Don't think I would have made it going up.  I have really fallen as a picture taker?  No more, I vow.  Raise hell and sling rocks, I say....not really...the YZ euphoria made me say it...that thing was fun.  Disclosure: flint creek almost made me eat sand....I cannot ride in sand...even on a small bike.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chuck A. on January 26, 2017, 08:25:28 PM
Been wondering if you've been hiding under a rock. Missing in action?!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on January 26, 2017, 08:46:07 PM
Quote from: Chuck A. on January 26, 2017, 08:25:28 PM
Been wondering if you've been hiding under a rock. Missing in action?!

Same winter blues that got me down lsat year.  Same bipolar asshat disorder.  I'll be back with pictures soon.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on January 26, 2017, 09:22:13 PM
Quote from: kdtrull on January 26, 2017, 08:46:07 PM
Same winter blues that got me down lsat year.  Same bipolar asshat disorder.  I'll be back with pictures soon.


Sounds like somebody needs a weekend trip to Tellico ... maybe late March/early April?
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chuck A. on January 27, 2017, 05:13:07 AM

Sounds like somebody needs a weekend trip to Tellico ... [/quote]


That's half of us here.........
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on January 27, 2017, 07:52:52 AM
Quote from: Nice Goat on January 26, 2017, 09:22:13 PM
Quote from: kdtrull on January 26, 2017, 08:46:07 PM
Same winter blues that got me down lsat year.  Same bipolar asshat disorder.  I'll be back with pictures soon.


Sounds like somebody needs a weekend trip to Tellico ... maybe late March/early April?

Will have to be April for me.  Another 6-week outage in February/March.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on March 01, 2017, 10:23:41 PM
my dad had a patch made for me, there are no piles of them, just the one I have and one he has. I don't think he realized what a cool thing it was he done.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on March 31, 2017, 06:22:49 PM
The joy of living in Jefferson County...

Went today and transferred the title and purchased the tag for the TE610 I bought a couple of weeks ago. MSRP in 2006 was $7199, and I paid considerably less considering it's an eleven year old dirt bike.

JeffCo's assessed value for taxation purposes?


$9,000  >:(

Edit: Figured out the problem. The clerk listed the correct info on the title app...just noticed on the registration that she listed it as a 2006 Mitsubishi 4x4 truck (with the correct Husky VIN). So trip #3 back to the courthouse on Monday....
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: norton73 on April 03, 2017, 08:52:12 AM
What a difference 24 hours makes...
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on May 01, 2017, 06:25:50 PM
Over the years, I think I've spent more money on various windshields than on the car I drive to work these days.

Summary food for thought:
There is no substitute for laminar flow in which a helmet is the primary disturbance.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chuck A. on May 01, 2017, 09:51:16 PM
I hope you didn't mind Ken but I was so impressed by your philosophy that I put your quote in my signature for all too remember these words of wisdom. :o
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on May 02, 2017, 09:02:34 AM
Quote from: Chuck A. on May 01, 2017, 09:51:16 PM
I hope you didn't mind Ken but I was so impressed by your philosophy that I put your quote in my signature for all too remember these words of wisdom. :o

Well...I'll be dog'd.  I was just mad at my new windshield.
Dang near got the shaken baby syndrome on the way home from Tellico this time.   ;D
My old head cain't take no more rattlin'.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on May 02, 2017, 09:15:38 AM
Quote from: kdtrull on May 02, 2017, 09:02:34 AM
...I was just mad at my new windshield...My old head cain't take no more rattlin'.

You have the MadStad, right?  I don't get any buffeting at all with mine.  What size shield do you have?  Did you get the support brackets?
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on May 02, 2017, 01:34:44 PM
Quote from: Nice Goat on May 02, 2017, 09:15:38 AM
You have the MadStad, right?  I don't get any buffeting at all with mine.  What size shield do you have?  Did you get the support brackets?

Yep, 18" with the extra brackets.  It's better than any of the others I've tried on the KLRs but it still irritates me at speeds over 50mph.  It's entirely possible that I'm overly critical about the issue but I'd honestly rather have no shield than tolerate the turbulence.  I keep fiddling with the tilt and height....maybe I'll find the right arrangement some day.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on May 11, 2017, 07:38:47 PM
Oh, Lawdy. What is this all about??

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170512/b1b1d14da0a4d383ab424dc1af8da5a1.jpg)

Just a rescue and possible future garage party for WaxVapor. That's all.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on May 12, 2017, 02:34:35 AM
  finally talked his mom into letting him go racing, got the bike ready that week, mad dash that morning when she finally caved in. remembered everything, he's pumped(and a little nervous). right before the flag drop she turns to me and says "anything happens to him and i'll set you on fire while you sleep motherfucker".  flag drops, kick start, drop hammer, first turn banging bars, second turn the guy with him squared it off, nothing dirty or even remotely unpolite really, just took the line away. nate hits the brake and washes the front end out. i watching him, smiling, she's cussing me for everything i'm worth and i see it, he tried to pick up the bike and let it go almost imediatly. i start that way. Nate"i put my hand down, look". looked like he had two wrists, one slightly behind the other. the picture is me holding his arm straight while he takes his helmet off.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on May 12, 2017, 10:04:42 AM
^^^ I have that same t-shirt.  :)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on July 09, 2017, 02:19:09 PM
One year ago today Lincoln Stewart, Allen and Melony Goodwin, Tony Fancher and I left for Alaska. That is all. Just celebrating the anniversary. Carry on.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chuck & Susan on July 09, 2017, 03:09:31 PM
And myself like many others on here that wish we could have been there, was wearing the site out drooling for the next update from ya'll.... Loved the separate perspectives on the ride reports.... It was just awesome to follow along....
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: ka4pse on July 10, 2017, 12:05:20 PM
100% Agree with Chuck! I waited anxiously for each report. Was great fun to follow along on a trip I'll likely never make. Sometimes you just gotta live vicariously through others.

Loved following and seeing the pics. Thanks to all who went and reported back for us.

Stewart
Slapout, AL
One of the other River Region Riders.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on July 17, 2017, 08:22:36 AM
FYI: I have a friend with a 2009 Suzuki GZ250, 3000 miles, excellent condition. PM if you want more info. I would absolutely buy this bike if it made any sense at all for me to do so  ::)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: jrou111 on November 03, 2017, 07:19:00 PM
A ladybug hitched a ride on my bike's dash from Otter Creek, VA all the way to Linnville Falls  :lol-049:
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: gulfcoaster on November 04, 2017, 11:03:52 AM
Had a ride with a group planned this morning. Got up and the weather was PERFECT!  Put key in the bike and the battery was dead as crap. Had enough time to get to OReillys. They had one battery. Sweet!  Get back and the posts were opposite of the cables. Freaking KTM!!  Why do they have to be weird. Went to Hall's and wound up having to order a battery. Perfect weather and I'm on the couch. Might have to get out the DR350 to put a smile on my face. Oh well, next weekend.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on May 04, 2018, 02:24:40 PM
well, I guess i'll go pick up my new bike now........


pics will be up as soon as I take some
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: norton73 on May 04, 2018, 03:01:13 PM
tease.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: JBMFT on May 04, 2018, 07:47:25 PM
Quote from: Slede on May 04, 2018, 02:24:40 PM
well, I guess i'll go pick up my new bike now........
pics will be up as soon as I take some

Knowing you, nothing would surprise me.
I expect to come back later and be greeted with photos of a ballistic missile with ape hangers on it...   
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on May 05, 2018, 09:07:08 PM
Quote from: JBMFT on May 04, 2018, 07:47:25 PM
Knowing you, nothing would surprise me.
I expect to come back later and be greeted with photos of a ballistic missile with ape hangers on it...   

now I feel like I've disappointed you
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: JBMFT on May 05, 2018, 09:47:32 PM
Nah dude, that is awesome!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: jrou111 on May 05, 2018, 10:45:55 PM
I love my Super Tenere!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: IceCold4x4 on May 07, 2018, 06:17:23 PM
Driving the 24 ft box truck all day is making me go nuts. Can't wait for the super bike school in a few weeks.

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Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Slede on May 10, 2018, 01:01:30 AM
and somebody just figured out how to turn the traction control off
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: yamahamer on May 10, 2018, 06:33:26 AM
Quote from: Slede on May 10, 2018, 01:01:30 AM
and somebody just figured out how to turn the traction control off

8) And somebody will need a new back tire soon.  :D
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: DonJuan on May 10, 2018, 12:26:59 PM
So, here's the moto population at work today.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180510/28fa31d17dde3e1ede111448564ac385.jpg)
Sterlin wins the badass scoot award with his Crossbones complete with whip; I think I take em all with classic technology Speed; and the other two tie for the Honda reliability (read "Miss Congeniality") trophy.


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Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: JBMFT on July 07, 2018, 06:50:45 AM
OK, not moto but I thought some of you would appreciate it.
I got to drive a brand new Ferrari 488 Spider this week.
It was every bit as great as you would expect.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on September 16, 2018, 07:19:01 PM
Quote from: Nice Goat on September 16, 2018, 07:04:55 PM
New tag...

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180917/3a8bd9c58f73685f3f77721a05816c97.jpg)

Wait. Wait just one gosh darn minute. My head is spinning. Did I miss something everyone else knew???
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: gulfcoaster on September 16, 2018, 07:43:21 PM
Quote from: Chitza on September 16, 2018, 07:19:01 PM
Wait. Wait just one gosh darn minute. My head is spinning. Did I miss something everyone else knew???

I was wondering the same thing.  Federal property near a river or lake.  Would guess it's around Cullman, but since he's on the Concours, who knows.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on September 16, 2018, 08:07:09 PM
The 1400cc Concours ...

... it's a purring tiger ...
... wrapped in a hive of angry bees ...
... no matter how fast you are going ...
... the music from the exhaust can always find another octave.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on September 16, 2018, 08:16:29 PM
Quote from: Nice Goat on September 16, 2018, 08:07:09 PM
The 1400cc Concours ...

... it's a purring tiger ...
... wrapped in a hive of angry bees ...
... no matter how fast you are going ...
... the music from the exhaust can always find another octave.
Goat riding a tiger. Got it :D
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Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: kdtrull on September 17, 2018, 01:40:20 PM
Sneaky Goat!
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: TFancher on September 23, 2018, 09:08:14 AM
Quote from: Nice Goat on September 16, 2018, 08:07:09 PM
The 1400cc Concours ...

... it's a purring tiger ...
... wrapped in a hive of angry bees ...
... no matter how fast you are going ...
... the music from the exhaust can always find another octave.

When you absolutely,positively have to go 130 mph every time you take it off the kickstand!

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on September 23, 2018, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: TFancher on September 23, 2018, 09:08:14 AM
When you absolutely,positively have to go 130 mph every time you take it off the kickstand!


And don't bother waving at anybody at that speed ... they won't see you, and it will dislocate your shoulder.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on September 23, 2018, 03:17:21 PM
When you absolutely, positively are the only guy on the planet to find a new Honda CRF450L in BLUE!!! 🤣🤣🤣(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180923/3f69c1a100ecc6e3967f151fcede1d21.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on September 23, 2018, 03:33:41 PM
Quote from: Chitza on September 23, 2018, 03:17:21 PM
When you absolutely, positively are the only guy on the planet to find a new Honda CRF450L in BLUE!!! 🤣🤣🤣
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180923/3f69c1a100ecc6e3967f151fcede1d21.jpg)



And it was $5k cheaper. :D
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on March 21, 2019, 07:56:43 PM

Rode 102 miles on the stock seat to get the photo tag.  Feel like I've been prison raped.  Should have installed the new foam kit tonight instead.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190322/ac9e35acd51cea34714a2187b42011e3.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190322/2f8b8a8089ad53cf40eb55e428a1f88e.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190322/bc9e773571778e17bc5990a0de14efd1.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190322/eb2202d87118fb7d9260f32239e5da28.jpg)

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on March 21, 2019, 08:28:39 PM
Shoulda bought a bag of ice to sit on to go along with the coffee.  :D
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: norton73 on May 20, 2019, 11:41:38 AM
You really should reconsider your riding skills when you are holding up a 60 year old woman on a XT225  on a twisty road on your big bore cruiser.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on May 29, 2019, 08:55:05 PM
Someone got a new bike today 8)
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Title: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Chitza on May 29, 2019, 09:10:44 PM
Oops. Wait. Wrong picture :D(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190530/364fd54a1ffeb30280a858ac56c1b950.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Moto Guzzi on May 30, 2019, 08:20:00 PM
Nice!!  I've always liked those, especially the 2-stroke 70's models. Cool bikes and the new ones are quite reasonably priced I think.
Title: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on January 30, 2020, 04:35:31 PM
I love leftovers...

(https://photos.smugmug.com/People-and-Places/i-jFwSsxj/0/90ed13af/X2/IMG_0107-X2.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: norton73 on January 30, 2020, 05:15:31 PM
I guess you found your KLR replacement.
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: KevinB on January 30, 2020, 09:14:46 PM


Quote from: Nice Goat on January 30, 2020, 04:35:31 PM

(https://photos.smugmug.com/People-and-Places/i-jFwSsxj/0/90ed13af/X2/IMG_0107-X2.jpg)

Somebody's gonna get a damn nice bike in the Fall...



Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Fencejumper09 on February 03, 2020, 11:34:21 AM
That looks sexy in black!

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on July 17, 2020, 12:57:25 PM
It's hot out there, folks.  If you see an animal in the road, give it some water.

I took today off from work to go for a ride.  Went up to get the tag at the Rock Zoo.  This little guy was about two miles east of the Rock Zoo.  He looked hot and parched, so I gave him about 16oz. of my purified drinking water.



(https://photos.smugmug.com/People-and-Places/i-nDzFdBT/0/aaa4ec91/XL/IMG_1624-XL.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: jrobinson on March 22, 2021, 09:53:37 PM
That's right, your eyes aren't deceiving you,....I cleaned and polished my rims while changing tires.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210323/2b3759dbaeda8f1f303cb30c20cf8954.jpg)

Sent from somewhere  on the road, I hope.

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on March 31, 2021, 12:19:40 PM
The National Park Service has finally reopened the Meriwether Lewis Campground on the Natchez Trace.  It has been closed for a year, while experts were recommending that people spend more time outdoors....

Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: TFancher on April 02, 2021, 05:30:22 AM
So.... Tn Dirt Devil ride coming up soon?


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Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Jwwr on April 03, 2021, 05:34:56 PM
Love me some Dirt Devil!

(https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/i-2CpPZR8/0/b444dc31/L/2021040317314866--1223404298697728842-IMG_1667-L.jpg)
Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Nice Goat on March 27, 2023, 07:55:07 AM
Driving the Pacific Coast Hwy., we stopped briefly at Neptune's Net, a popular motorcycle meetup.


Title: Re: Random Moto Commentary Thread
Post by: Guidedawg on March 27, 2023, 07:58:58 AM
A quiet intimate little unknown spot, I see