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So I bought a motorcycle...

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SgtSteamy
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I got a new job a few months ago in IT security that pays very well and I have done nothing but save. I have a ton saved up and really no expenses. So I decided to do something for me.

Unfortunately my family has done nothing but guilt trip me into getting rid of it and quite frankly I'm a little bummed. I was hoping my dad (who is very handy and has always wanted one) would maybe offer to help work on it with me and grant his approval. Instead he just yelled at me.

My mom has done nothing but sent me emails of stats of people dying on these things.

My best friend called me a tool.

*Sigh*

I just wanted to do something for me (I spent like 1/20th of my summer savings on this thing so it's not really a big deal) But I figured maybe some ns'ers would like it?

IDK should I get rid of it?

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Aug 8 2011 1:56AM
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.Hugo.
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My friend just got an 09 gsxr. They are my second favorite behind the cbr
Aug 8 2011 4:18PM
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PASKIINGSUCKS
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I pretty much pull out the O face for any ducati or triumph I see on the road.

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Pretty classy bikes if ya ask me.
Aug 8 2011 4:21PM
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.Hugo.
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The guy sitting next to me right now drives a red Ducati Monster to work almost everyday.
Aug 8 2011 4:23PM
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Six.0.Tree-ski
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my friend just bought a new 796. its white with red accents, sooo sexy.
Aug 8 2011 4:31PM
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PASKIINGSUCKS
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^ lucky guy.

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Someday my precious, someday.
Aug 8 2011 4:33PM
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Dan.
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the base model monster is probably the most common bike I see around Denver.

My bike was destroyed two days ago, so now I'm in the market. probably gonna scoop an RD 350 or 400 if I can find one, or an xs, or a cb550, because the 750s are just way overvalued.

that or save and get an 09 or newer bonny. EFI for the win.
Aug 8 2011 4:48PM
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.jersey
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Thats a sick bike. I've always wanted one for a long time but years ago before my father passed away he was hit by a dump truck sitting at a stop light. The truck made the turn a little to wide and my dad almost had his leg amputated. Just always be cautious no matter what. I'd hate to see another young kid get into a horrible bike accident.

I'll probably just end up getting a classic car instead of a bike. I wouldn't want to risk an injury that puts me out of skiing for life.
Aug 8 2011 5:05PM
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howlongcanausern
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somebody say something about monsters? here's mine...she's loud :)

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Aug 8 2011 5:39PM
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blah..
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Don't sell it, just don't be an idiot, and it will be totally worth it.
Aug 8 2011 5:54PM
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Captain_Slow
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I was seriously considering buying a bike a couple months ago , but my parents are just like yours. The only reason why I didnt buy a bike is because my dad said hed pay for half of a car instead of me buying a bike.

Congrats on the bike though, don't sell it!! You did something for yourself, and as long as you know the risks and keep saving you'll be good
Aug 8 2011 5:57PM
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zerospinskier
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Well, I guess if we're all posting pictures now, I'll join too!

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Aug 8 2011 6:47PM
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howlongcanausern
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looks good w/o the windshield. nice bike
Aug 8 2011 6:52PM
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.Hugo.
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SOme bikes can pull off the naked look and some can't. This is sexy as hell
Aug 8 2011 7:00PM
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TechnoPotamus
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^ yeah i'm not usually a fan of the streefighter look but that's dope.

all you guys with the undertail exhausts, especially the dual undertails....omg....that's the one thing on a bike i go gaga over. i really hate side mounted exhaust on sportbikes even though i had one
Aug 8 2011 7:46PM
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.Hugo.
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getting duals on mine next summer!

The sound gives me a half chub everytime
Aug 8 2011 7:47PM
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TechnoPotamus
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sooo jealous, it's seriously the sickest looking thing you can do mod-wise in my opinion. In terms of look and sound i mean. i just love it.

this is what i wanna put on my next bike

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Aug 8 2011 7:56PM
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Dan.
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sexy side exhaust ftw

more about that bike..
http://www.bikeexif.com/yamaha-rd350-custom
Aug 8 2011 7:58PM
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TechnoPotamus
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it looks good on that one for sure
Aug 8 2011 8:05PM
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.Hugo.
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i think im getting this one
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and this
Aug 8 2011 8:07PM
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.Hugo.
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the two brothers is ridiculously loud haha. I know someone who has it and they can't ride for more thatn 30 min without earplugs. But its super deep and so sexy
Aug 8 2011 8:08PM
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TechnoPotamus
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soo fly dude. who makes it?


Two Brothers makes some big bold looking ones, i'm on their site browsing for the bike i don't even have haha
Aug 8 2011 8:11PM
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.Hugo.
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That right there is a Laser. GPR makes a similar one that looks better imo but its so hard to find because they are some british company or something.
Aug 8 2011 8:13PM
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TechnoPotamus
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no doubt, i just can't get over how good it looks. just a big and bold badass dual exhaust on the back makes one hell of a statement in terms of, "hey guy behind me....i'm about to blow your fuckin doors off, seeeee yaaaa"
Aug 8 2011 8:15PM
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idskithat
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keep that thing! riding motorcycles is sooo much fun! i got my license this year. just dont be stupid about it and wear a helmet.
Aug 8 2011 8:15PM
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the_moderaper
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If I lived somewhere in the country, I would consider one, but there are far too many bad drivers in CT that could ruin or take your life.
Aug 8 2011 8:19PM
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KevinK.
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Keep it!!!! i have an 05 r6 and its so fun. If you worked hard all summer keep it and enjoy it!
Aug 8 2011 8:21PM
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.Hugo.
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Hell ya man. This is getting me so excited I want to go and buy it right now! Noe i gotta go look at youtube vids of it haha

Also can't wait for fall riding. Best time of the year
Aug 8 2011 8:21PM
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ryan.c
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you guys are making me jealous. next summer im thinking of picking up something real cheap/old to learn on, then i want an r6. this would be my dream tho ha


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Aug 8 2011 8:37PM
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.Hugo.
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definitely get something cheaper first. You are almost guaranteed to lay your bike down at some point and it will break your heart if its a brand new bike that you love.
Aug 8 2011 8:39PM
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ryan.c
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yeah im thinkin of grabbing an old ninja250 or small 500 or something to learn on. after a solid year (atleast) ill get the r6
Aug 8 2011 8:41PM
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.Hugo.
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I learned on an old gs500. IMO that and the ninjas are the best to learn on so good choice.
Aug 8 2011 8:43PM
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skithesprings
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on the topic of street bikes, i took my good friends gsx-r1000 out for a spin on some open track, good fucking lord, 120 at the flick of a wrist and it doesn't even feel like you're moving fast because theres so much left. i got scared at 140, just the thought of what a crash would do.

i ride dirtbikes on a semi competitive level, and just one day on that bike is enough to keep me from buying a street bike. the power is intoxicating and its impossible to ride it slow and thats why i know i would get smoked by someone backing out of their driveway or switching lanes.
Aug 8 2011 8:45PM
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.Hugo.
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exact reason ill never get a litre bike haha. way more power than needed
Aug 8 2011 8:47PM
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geteducated
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http://cycle-ergo.com/
Aug 8 2011 9:02PM
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.RYAN66
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this!. but dont leave yamaha on the tank bikers dont like ricers.

and people who say bikes are dangerous dont know what they are talking about. yes you dont have a metal body around you but if you dont drive like a retard you should be fine, the people you have to worry about are the people in cars who dont give a shit about you.


Aug 8 2011 9:29PM
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.Hugo.
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scratch that def getting this:
Aug 8 2011 11:06PM
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Mavrck
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this was my buddy I spoke about.
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It was in his first months of riding and the gloves the previous owner gave to him were too big and he felt more control with them off.
Aug 9 2011 12:00AM
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blah..
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1985 Honda magna vf500. It seems like all the bikers on NS are into street bikes, and similar, but I love older bikes like this one. Click for larger image
Aug 9 2011 12:10AM
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Huck_Norris
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Yeah, when I saw the redesign in this color I had to have it.

I love how they integrated all the blinkers so I don't have clunky ones hanging out.  Also the under engine exhaust dumpout struck me as a nice touch that keeps weight low.  '06 also had a slipper clutch and the figure 8 frame is so comfy...  It's just perfect for me in so many ways. 

Shit man now I wanna call out of work and go hit the berkshire twisties up 23. 

Aug 9 2011 7:55AM
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Huck_Norris
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Agreed.  Mine is a little foot-sized dumpout right behind the footpegs.  I want to get the taylormade exhaust for it where it's just a hole and a carbon fiber shroud, no can.  SO SICK!  I like the clean ass end, so I almost never put my pegs on or my seat.  

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She's sitting right outside my office in the shop right now.  I park 'er ~20 feet from my desk.  Right next to my brother's '06 CBR 1000 lol...  Distracting!  I'll walk out of the office, see those sexy bitches lounging and lose my train of thought completely. 

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Aug 9 2011 8:14AM
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SgtSteamy
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Thanks for all the insight guys. Just an update. I kept the bike. Been riding it quite a bit. I mostly stick to the back roads and off the highways as I am still pretty neurotic. But here is a pic from last night.

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Motorcycle ride on an august night (my buddy and his GF rode with us too). Great weather for riding. Mid 80s after the sunset and on our ride home there was a thunder storm off in the distance (over the salt lake). Which we sat and watched.

I'm glad I kept the bike :)
Aug 15 2011 11:11AM
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kzrstf
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hey! skiing has risks too
Aug 15 2011 11:48AM
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TechnoPotamus
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hell yeah man good for you! take it slow and stay off the highways until all the basis are second nature for you. and even then, backgrounds are still generally more fun anyway.
Aug 15 2011 12:30PM
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zerospinskier
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O nice you live Kaysville. If you ever come down to SLC, riding up the Cottonwood canyon roads is really fun. I'm sure there are sweet roads in the mountains up there too though,
Aug 15 2011 2:43PM
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zerospinskier
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O nice you live Kaysville. If you ever come down to SLC, riding up the Cottonwood canyon roads is really fun. I'm sure there are sweet roads in the mountains up there too though,
Aug 15 2011 2:43PM
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erejto64
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sell that and save for a ski trip to Europe or Chile during the summer or Alaska heli skiing or something
Aug 15 2011 2:53PM
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SgtSteamy
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I'll add a reminder to my phone to check it out! Thanks for the suggestion.
Aug 15 2011 5:38PM
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FrenchToastMafia
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1/20 of summer earnings? What do you make in a summer? 100k?
Aug 15 2011 7:19PM
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geteducated
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you think he paid 5,000 for that bike?

Aug 15 2011 8:00PM
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SgtSteamy
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I paid 1000 bucks for the bike. I shouldn't have even put that ratio in. I just wanted to express that money really wasn't too big of an issue in my decision. Is there a way I can edit it out of the op?
Aug 15 2011 11:57PM
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