Bought My First Bike!

kawizx9r

Trying not to make you feel bad but...lol....the day I had to leave my CA. apartment I still had my $500 shoei helmet (all black, medium sized) and had no way of taking it to IL so I gave it away just before leaving the complex will be posting you some pics of the actual jacket.

-Freddy

EDIT: Added pics




Pictures came out a bit weird because of the reflective coating on the jacket lol

nikolas812

That is awesome.

I don't care If I have to cut a four inch section out of my arms. I'm gonna make that thing fit! Or dye trying.:D

It actually doesn't look that small in the pics...


Could you measure the length of the sleeve?



Nik

kawizx9r

Sure thing, I'll edit with measurements. Gimme one sec, I'll measure it while wearing it (so it stretches the way its supposed to)

Well, it fits me nice n snug (5'7", 155lbs) the way a moto. jacket is supposed to fit so you'll have trouble fitting in it I'm assuming. Arm length is 28" long from center of my chest (zipper, upper chest) to the end of cuff.

Sherardp

Nice bike, now go out there and get on it. Get on a quiet road, ride it, get it up to about 6K rpm let off the throttle, then crack the throttle real quick and ride out a 1st gear wheelie. Or ride it out, shift 2nd, clutch in, gas it, let off and pull it a nice wheelie, shift her real quick and ride it on out baby.

My next bike is going to be another R1 or ZX10. I really miss my MV Agusta F41000S though. That thing pulled major babes just on looks alone, on the street simply the sweetest bike out there. Might buy another one, but I'll definitely buy something next yr.

nikolas812

kawizx9r wrote: »

Sure thing, I'll edit with measurements. Gimme one sec, I'll measure it while wearing it (so it stretches the way its supposed to)

Well, it fits me nice n snug (5'7", 155lbs) the way a moto. jacket is supposed to fit so you'll have trouble fitting in it I'm assuming. Arm length is 28" long from center of my chest (zipper, upper chest) to the end of cuff.

I actually think its going to fit me. It might be just a tad short on the sleeves. But I'm not sure. The measurements are saying is going to fit all most perfect.. Maybe a tad snug...

Let me deposit some money into my account tomorrow. And as soon as it clears. I'll want you to ship it out Via USPS Priority mail if you can..

I'll take care of shipping plus the $50.00 for the jacket..

I'm thinking maybe Monday or Tuesday I'll be able to make the payment...


If for some reason it is too small. I'll just throw it on ebay or CL and get my money back... I bet it would sell in no time flat on ebay.. Jackets like this one are selling for $200-$500... Most of them that are comparable to yours are closer to the $500 mark...


Nik

nikolas812

Sherardp wrote: »

Nice bike, now go out there and get on it. Get on a quiet road, ride it, get it up to about 6K rpm let off the throttle, then crack the throttle real quick and ride out a 1st gear wheelie. Or ride it out, shift 2nd, clutch in, gas it, let off and pull it a nice wheelie, shift her real quick and ride it on out baby.

My next bike is going to be another R1 or ZX10. I really miss my MV Agusta F41000S though. That thing pulled major babes just on looks alone, on the street simply the sweetest bike out there. Might buy another one, but I'll definitely buy something next yr.

I here the R1's are nice....






Nik

zarrdoss

Congrats! you got a hell of a deal, just look out for all the idiots in cars because they ARE NOT looking out for you.

Sherardp

nikolas812 wrote: »

I here the R1's are nice....






Nik

Nice and sick fast. I had all of them minus a Kawi and Honda yet. The new CBR1000s are nice but the frames are small. At 6'4 I need something that will fit my big ****. So I stick to R1s, Gixxers and Kawis. My MV was a great fit, built on a shorter wheelbase than the others but man that baby had the torque of a gixxer down low and would just freaking fly.

On the downside, maintenance, parts very expensive, oil filters were running me like 20 bucks a pop paired with Motul Synthetic Oil. So 2010 R1, will be my next move.

nikolas812

Sherardp wrote: »

Nice and sick fast. I had all of them minus a Kawi and Honda yet. The new CBR1000s are nice but the frames are small. At 6'4 I need something that will fit my big ****. So I stick to R1s, Gixxers and Kawis. My MV was a great fit, built on a shorter wheelbase than the others but man that baby had the torque of a gixxer down low and would just freaking fly.

On the downside, maintenance, parts very expensive, oil filters were running me like 20 bucks a pop paired with Motul Synthetic Oil. So 2010 R1, will be my next move.

Yeah. I seen a Youtube video of a stock R1 hitting something like 202mph?
In NOTHING flat. It was unbelievable. I don't see how you could handle it... Thats crazy fast..


Nik

thsmith

Congrats and if it has not been said already, take the motorcycle rider safety course and if it has been said it needs to be said again. If have already taken that then take the advanced course.

Don't dress for the ride, dress for the wreck. Please do not wear those fingerless gloves, get a nice pair like these and some body armour.

https://www.motoliberty.com/prod_detail.asp?Prod_ID=110

https://www.motoliberty.com/prod_detail.asp?Prod_ID=154

kawizx9r

Hey Nik, you dont happen to have an extra....I think its an SL2000 tweeter do ya? Black Sabbath really pointed this out, although I had already suspected one of my tweeters was out. Id have to say it happened on one of my drunk nights, who am I kidding theres always alcohol to be had. But I think its blown and Im about to go out to a bar tonight with the wife so not going to be pulling/testing tweeters out.

jerryj12

thsmith wrote: »

Don't dress for the ride, dress for the wreck.

Good advice ...:)

Sami

nikolas812 wrote: »

Man that would be AWESOME!!!

What size is it? I'm a medium or large..




Nik

Ron had a Honda jacket karma last week that I won, I already sent him a PM that if it is a riding jacket you could have it instead of me. I already have a Joe Rocket jacket and even though I could use one for my wife I think you could put it to better use.

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=86884&highlight=honda+jacket

doggie750

nikolas812 wrote: »

I sold my SDA's and bought a bike!:cool:

This is my first bike and so far it seems like a great bike to learn on. Small quick and nimble. And very comfortable..

Its a 1993 Honda CBR600F2 with only 15,000 miles.

The only thing done to it is a D&D slip on and a stage 2 jet kit. I am also running Race Gas in it..

Been riding it all day. I love it!! I'm tired and a little sore though. My hands hurt the most. I bought a new helmet today. But I didn;t by any gloves. I'm going to go buy some tomorrow and see if that helps my hands any.. I'm going to buy a nice riding jacket when I have some extra money also...


So what you guys think? I paid $1600 for the bike..


The first pic is a short video I took with my camera...


Nik



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OVER PRICED...........you paid too much......imo:)

Sherardp

Definitely take riders course. I took the advance course and a Super Sportbike class myself. And as said be safe on that thing bro. I totalled two bikes and can tell you roadrash is the monkey's **** man. Ride safe and go easy.

nikolas812

Sami wrote: »

Ron had a Honda jacket karma last week that I won, I already sent him a PM that if it is a riding jacket you could have it instead of me. I already have a Joe Rocket jacket and even though I could use one for my wife I think you could put it to better use.

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=86884&highlight=honda+jacket

This place is unreal..

Thanks so much. If its a riding jacket I'll put it to good use. But from the looks of the pics I'm not sure if it is???




Nik

nikolas812

kawizx9r wrote: »

Hey Nik, you dont happen to have an extra....I think its an SL2000 tweeter do ya? Black Sabbath really pointed this out, although I had already suspected one of my tweeters was out. Id have to say it happened on one of my drunk nights, who am I kidding theres always alcohol to be had. But I think its blown and Im about to go out to a bar tonight with the wife so not going to be pulling/testing tweeters out.

No, sorry.

I've never even had a speaker with SL-2000's...





Nik

billbillw

Congrats on your first bike. A jacket is a must have. I think pants and boots are too. Even if it takes you a month or two to get all your gear, make sure you do it.

If you haven't heard of this place, it has some of the best deals out there:
www.newenough.com
Check the 'close-out' sections for really good deals.

BTW, Here is my SV650S that I just sold three weeks ago. Deciding what to get next.

danz1906

billbillw wrote: »

Congrats on your first bike. A jacket is a must have. I think pants and boots are too. Even if it takes you a month or two to get all your gear, make sure you do it.

If you haven't heard of this place, it has some of the best deals out there:
www.newenough.com
Check the 'close-out' sections for really good deals.

BTW, Here is my SV650S that I just sold three weeks ago. Deciding what to get next.

Thats a nice Bike!

Sami

Geez Bill, you just made me spend over $500 that I could have used towards a new prepro. I swear this place is not good for audio hobbies...

Got these for track days:

http://www.newenough.com/closeouts/leather_suits_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/factory_replica_one_piece_motorcycle_race_suit.html

http://www.newenough.com/gloves/street_or_racing_gauntlet/fieldsheer/apex_motorcycle_gloves.html

WilliamM2

Sami wrote: »

Geez Bill, you just made me spend over $500 that I could have used towards a new prepro. I swear this place is not good for audio hobbies...

Got these for track days:

http://www.newenough.com/closeouts/leather_suits_jackets_and_pants/joe_rocket/factory_replica_one_piece_motorcycle_race_suit.html

http://www.newenough.com/gloves/street_or_racing_gauntlet/fieldsheer/apex_motorcycle_gloves.html

Newenough is fantastic to deal with. I got a $400 Alpinstars cold weather jacket there for $99. Didn't fit, no hassle exchange (no charge) for the next size up.

Avoid the Joe Rocket crap though, everything I have bought by JR has started to fall apart in a year or two, and I don't get to ride all that much. Hate to see how it would hold up in a crash. My 17 year old Fieldsheer leather and gloves, and 5 year old Alpinstar's textile on the other hand, still look like brand new.

Sami

I ride all the time and my JR jacket is still like new (minus the bug stains). It was a good deal, I think, as $450 is the lowest I have seen on both 1&2 piece suits.

exalted512

I have a joe rocket jacket, havent had any issues. The only thing I did have issues with were my a* textile gloves. Within a year of riding I had worn holes through the finger tips.

Bought some joe rocket ones to replace them with, no issues so far, but i havent had them long.

Might be getting a A* SG-1 2-piece racing suit for next track season though.
-Cody

nikolas812

You know whats cool.:)

This universal hand wave that happens every time another MC rider passes another MC rider. Doesn't matter if your on a crotch rocket or a Harley. Everybody gives the wave..






Nik

bobman1235

I wouldn't say everyone. I'd say about 10% of Harley guys wave back, while about 90% of crotch rockets wave. From my informal studies on the topic, at least

Sherardp

bobman1235 wrote: »

I wouldn't say everyone. I'd say about 10% of Harley guys wave back, while about 90% of crotch rockets wave. From my informal studies on the topic, at least

I agree, most Harley guys look at me weird or that thought "POS crotch rocket" type stare. Most dudes on street bike wave, throw up a peace sign or nod depending on traffic. I'll normally nod, throw up a wave, drop it down a gear and ride a wheelie. Check out some these t-shirts guys. I love the ReaperWear stuff.

http://www.reaperwear.com/

Conradicles

Enjoy the bike Nik. Hard to beat the joy of riding a motorcycle. Grew up riding dirtbikes myself.

Sami

WilliamM2 wrote: »

Newenough is fantastic to deal with.

On top of that, they look to be a local company to me. Ordered on Sunday and the packets were waiting for me at home when I got here. I think I ordered the right size suit, when I stand up my privates get squeezed, and when I try to get out of it, it takes me 5 minutes to get my shoulders out.

nikolas812

Newenough. Looks like the place!!


In closeouts. I found a Joe Rocket Honda Mesh riders Jacket and a pair of Joe Rocket gloves. The total came to $124.00!!


Thats cheap!!


Heres a link to my cart. http://www.newenough.com/cart/view_cart

The jackets $85.00 and the gloves are $40.00



Thanks for the Link to whom ever it was that linked it!



Nik

Toolfan66

Nice Ride Nik!!

Be safe, and Congrats!!

Larry.