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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    Ya right that's absolute bull. Both my father and I have been ran off the road by Harley JERKS. Absolute A$$ HOLES we even saw the people that ran us off one day they told us we were in there way. BMW bikers are the kindest people you will ever meet PERIOD.

    I used to ride a BMW. I'm not one of the kindest people you will ever meet:o
    DKG999
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  • VSchneider
    VSchneider Posts: 443
    edited July 2008
    SV650 north of Denver - awesome bike if you can talk them down to a more reasonable price.
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  • exalted512
    exalted512 Posts: 10,735
    edited July 2008
    ummmm...not all harley riders are ****...and not all bimmer riders are nice...

    why ppl even make generalizations like that is beyond me.
    -Cody
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Because I was RAN of the road TWICE.
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    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,536
    edited July 2008
    Trust me when I say, you'll tire of a 250cc QUICKLY. Now, maybe if you were a 108lb female of small build it would do. Look at least at a 500cc.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    Because I was RAN of the road TWICE.

    Lead, follow, or get out of the way :confused:
    DKG999
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited July 2008
    Even a bigger, powerful bike isn't out of the question for a beginner. You just have to have the patience to ride it with caution. That said, I'd recommend something with lots of torque but not necessarily power, and preferably with low centre of gravity. 750cc Shadow is a good beginners bike IMO and used it's not going to set you back much more than the 250cc.

    Even a 1300cc Vulcan isn't out of the question, as the cc's aren't created equal. In reality it's a very slow bike, at least compared to a 600cc sport bike. Plus it has a low centre of gravity making it easy to control in slow speeds. I ride a 1100cc Honda Blackbird, and I would definitely not recommend it to a beginner. Heavy with lots of power, just the opposite what you should be looking for.
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  • mule
    mule Posts: 282
    edited July 2008
    this could be hella fun....

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    but I guess I have a little bit of sensibility in my old age because I know it would be nothing but trouble in my hands
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  • exalted512
    exalted512 Posts: 10,735
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    Because I was RAN of the road TWICE.

    so that makes all harley drivers **** and all bmw drivers god sent angels?

    i thought this forum was pretty immune to stupidity.
    -Cody
    Music is like candy, you have to get rid of the rappers to enjoy it
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    I am not saying that all harley people I have meet have been jerks. But I am not saying that at all. I also know that people come up to me more than harley's and ask me a ton of questions. Because harleys are like A$$ holes everyone has one.
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    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

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    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • shack
    shack Posts: 11,154
    edited July 2008
    steveinaz wrote:
    Trust me when I say, you'll tire of a 250cc QUICKLY. Now, maybe if you were a 108lb female of small build it would do. Look at least at a 500cc.

    I have to disagree. Not everyone needs or wants a bigger bike. It depends on what you want the bike for. If it is just a commuter bike the Ninja 250R will be more than enough with some occasional fun from time to time (and great gas mileage to boot!). Here are the pictures of the two bikes I've owned in the past. I didn't get to keep the 750 very long thanks to things like a wife and kids, paying bills and so forth. The CB750 Four was a great bike and a bit of a hot rod for it's time...but honestly the CL360 was a lot more fun to ride. I wish I still had it.

    Honda CL360 (exactly like my bike)

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    Honda CB750 Four (similar to mine)

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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited July 2008
    Whatever bike you buy, don't forget to buy lots of earplugs.
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    I have to agree with shack my bike is 1000cc and it is my first bike its a bmw r100rs. I actual would only need 250cc if it was a newer bike because mine is a dual carb set up that the power doesn't roll on as quickly as newer bike with fuel injection do.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited July 2008
    I just noticed the pic in the first post link. Its a little girl:p
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited July 2008
    Truthfully I've given this a lot of thought and decided to put it off for awhile. I'm going to get into pedal power for awhile first and get a little more used to the area I'm living in. As for Harleys, I did notice a particular clientel which I really didn't care for. However, I still considered the low end 800. I just saw too many high end looser wannabees in the showroom. (the harley place in this area is as big as a huge mall or recreational center). Still, the Kawasaki 250 or 500 looks like what I want. I'll do it here one day, just not tomorrow. Thanks for all the input! Sorry not to show you a conclusion.
    madmax
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited July 2008
    All that matters is the wind in your face. Get something cheap, and ride. After a bit you will know what you want;)
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    I agree all my stress melts away when I get on my bike and rip the throttle.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited July 2008
    madmax wrote: »
    As for Harleys, I did notice a particular clientel which I really didn't care for.

    Do tell. :)

    EDIT -- I think you'd be better off with a road bike, whatever the brand, than a sport bike. They're totally uncomfortable. I'm 6' 6", so I am sure that has something to do with why I don't like them, but I have shorter friends with the same issue.

    Seem like bikes made for little guys.
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited July 2008
    Demiurge wrote: »
    Do tell. :)

    I don't want to start a harley war but what I saw was high end buyers who had not washed their hair for 3 weeks (or maybe there is a conditioner that gives you this look) with permanent scowls painted on their faces as they exit their BMW cars to walk into the place. Keep in mind this place has a LOT of people shoping around. I'm guessing but there may have been a total of 800 people looking around? They appeared to be either "the young group" with that "give me your best shot at death" look or the older "eff you, I look like I look and effin do what the hell UI want" group. Sorry, I don't know much about these attitudes. In any case, I am not looking to join either group and don't much care for what I was seeing. I'm just a common guy, making a decent amout of money and looking for a fun hobby. I don't need any of this to make me feel different from what my real lifestyle is. When I walked into the Kawasaki place, a normal guy walked up to me and said "what are you looking for and where do you plan on riding and how often will you be riding". To me it was all just a big distraction. Let me add that in my Khakis and dress shirt that no one gave me the time of day, I was not part of their "rider group". Eff em, I'll see them dead on the side of the road with no remorse. Well, maybe thats a little extreme... :eek:
    madmax
    Vinyl, the final frontier...

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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Demiurge wrote: »
    Do tell. :)

    EDIT -- I think you'd be better off with a road bike, whatever the brand, than a sport bike. They're totally uncomfortable. I'm 6' 6", so I am sure that has something to do with why I don't like them, but I have shorter friends with the same issue.

    Seem like bikes made for little guys.

    I agree with that I have tried a ninja and besides the major power and torque they are not something I would ride all day.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited July 2008
    Shack - I had a 1976 CL360 in orange/black. Great bike! I also had a 1974 and 1982 CB750's. A true classic bike that is still a great ride.

    Well according to my ex-wife I fit the Harley profile as defined by other posters (or is that posers, I get so confused, let me consult my kids) in this thread. I'm not kind, I'm kind of a jerk (well according to her 100% jerk), and Lord knows I'm probably trying to compensate for something by riding a Harley. Someone call Dr f'ing Phil because I think I'm feeling like I need a hug, and that wouldn't fit the image my choice of motorcycle has thrust upon my life :(
    DKG999
    HT System: LSi9, LSiCx2, LSiFX, LSi7, SVS 20-39 PC+, B&K 507.s2 AVR, B&K Ref 125.2, Tripplite LCR-2400, Cambridge 650BD, Signal Cable PC/SC, BJC IC, Samsung 55" LED

    Music System: Magnepan 1.6QR, SVS SB12+, ARC pre, Parasound HCA1500 vertically bi-amped, Jolida CDP, Pro-Ject RM5.1SE TT, Pro-Ject TubeBox SE phono pre, SBT, PS Audio DLIII DAC
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  • bobman1235
    bobman1235 Posts: 10,822
    edited July 2008
    Sami wrote: »
    Whatever bike you buy, don't forget to buy lots of earplugs.

    Huh? People wear earplugs when riding? That's.... not safe. At all.
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    I agree all my stress melts away when I get on my bike and rip the throttle.

    For some people there's therapy. For the rest of us there's motorcycles. :D
    If you will it, dude, it is no dream.
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Yes people were headphones to block out the wind noise that can ruin hearing.
    Darn right about the therapy thing.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited July 2008
    I've never heard of wearing hearing protection on a motorcycle. Like Bobman said, just a tad unsafe.
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  • bigaudiofanatic
    bigaudiofanatic Posts: 4,415
    edited July 2008
    Safety Courses actually recommend it.
    HT setup
    Panasonic 50" TH-50PZ80U
    Denon DBP-1610
    Monster HTS 1650
    Carver A400X :cool:
    MIT Exp 3 Speaker Wire
    Kef 104/2
    URC MX-780 Remote
    Sonos Play 1

    Living Room
    63 inch Samsung PN63C800YF
    Polk Surroundbar 3000
    Samsung BD-C7900
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited July 2008
    Demiurge wrote: »
    I've never heard of wearing hearing protection on a motorcycle. Like Bobman said, just a tad unsafe.

    And also illegal in some jurisdictions!
    DKG999
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    Music System: Magnepan 1.6QR, SVS SB12+, ARC pre, Parasound HCA1500 vertically bi-amped, Jolida CDP, Pro-Ject RM5.1SE TT, Pro-Ject TubeBox SE phono pre, SBT, PS Audio DLIII DAC
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited July 2008
    bigaudiofanatic wrote: »
    Safety Courses actually recommend it.

    Erm, no safety course I have ever been to. Granted, I have only been to one for my motorcycle, but it seems like common sense. Just like you're kind of a moron if you wear headphones while driving your car.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited July 2008
    I like pie
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited July 2008
    bobman1235 wrote: »
    Huh? People wear earplugs when riding? That's.... not safe. At all.

    Safe, yes it is. Don't wear, well, that's your hearing that's lost.
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  • Sami
    Sami Posts: 4,634
    edited July 2008
    Demiurge wrote: »
    Just like you're kind of a moron if you wear headphones while driving your car.

    So I take it you don't have your stereo on while you drive.
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