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Wondering who here likes to ride motorcycles. I just bought myself a Honda XR650l and haven't had this much fun since my first day on snow. Post in this thread as long as you don't ride a Harley (ha ha).
just passed my final stupid test this morning, thank god because my license expires tomorrow and i would've had to restart the whole process. dad's got an 03 klr650 that he hasn't used in forever so i've pretty much got free reign on it. can't wait to go on some adventures, thing is perfect for exploring.
once i'm out of school i want to get a drz400, i find the klr650 a little more street oriented than what i'd like.
erikKjust passed my final stupid test this morning, thank god because my license expires tomorrow and i would've had to restart the whole process. dad's got an 03 klr650 that he hasn't used in forever so i've pretty much got free reign on it. can't wait to go on some adventures, thing is perfect for exploring.
once i'm out of school i want to get a drz400, i find the klr650 a little more street oriented than what i'd like.
Yeah based on my limited research a KLR650 is definitely more street oriented. Watch out eventually though because after buying my 650L i realized that I actually ended up riding it way more on the road than I anticipated. And riding a 650L on the open interstate (not many turns, high speeds) is definitely not the most pleasant of experiences. Its kind of like trying to ski big mountain on park skis haha. Maybe just keep the KLR around just for when (not if) you want to go on a longer highway tour.
I really want to get a motorcycle. Just one that i'm able to cruise around town. I've always thought that they would be a lot of fun but i just don't have the money for one right now. One day I'll be able to get one though.
I never got my license or registered my bikes. Ended up selling them both.
I'd like to get another eventually. I kind of live out of my car sometimes so it'd be tough to travel without stuff but it'd be fun to take a trip with just a bike and a tent. Maybe I'll move somewhere I can ride a dirtbike.
Or when kevtron wins the lotto he'll keep a bike for me to crash.
nothing if you like that style of bike and don't mind paying a lot extra for the name. I would never buy one. UJM for daily driver, adventure tourer for travelling, and a motocross bike is my ideal quiver.
physicistnothing if you like that style of bike and don't mind paying a lot extra for the name. I would never buy one. UJM for daily driver, adventure tourer for travelling, and a motocross bike is my ideal quiver.
yea thats true. but you have to admit that they make a high quality bike, have a extremely respected history and represent the US of A very well.
I will own a harley touring bike in the future.
twin-tip-heroHere is my baby. 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6 raven. ands down the best bike i have ever been on. She is my baby and wouldn't change it for anything!
Looks like a good time. Do you commute on it or just ride it around for fun? Have you taken it on any road trips?
vandersteezeLooks like a good time. Do you commute on it or just ride it around for fun? Have you taken it on any road trips?
To be honest man i have maybe 200 miles on her. I bought her and then I had to move to Korea for a year. But it was one hell of a deal (1500 miles, never been dropped for $4,000) that I had to get her and let her sit for a year. But when I move to florida in October it will be my daily driver. I have some parts waiting to be put on when I get home and i'm looking to put her on the track. I raced my old 05 R6 on the nurburgring in Germany, when i was living there and the bike was fucking amazing!!!! I can only imagine how this beast will do on a track.
I got stoked on bikes 3 years ago and never looked back. Lots of trials and tribulations to get everything going but the learning process is cool to look back on. I always wanted a bike as a kid but my parents were not down at all. So when I finished college and got my first real full-time gig it seemed like the right time to pursue it. Pick up this GS650GL and have modded out a few bits on it. Here's a current photo.
My 81' Suzuki GS650GL
I look forward to going out on it like I do when I go out skiing. And it's great since it has so many applications for transportation. I'd say I use it about 3 to 5 days of the week for commuting to work/skatepark/friends houses. And normally its about 5 to 10 buck's every 2 weeks to fill up. One of the best parts is my friends are all getting into it more so its great to have a crew mentality and like minded people to go out with or just tool around in a garage with. Same type of camaraderie as skiing.
Recently A buddy of mine who I have been riding with a few times now came to visit and do a 200 mile tour around Northern Utah with a night of camping in between. Needless to say it was hard to wipe the smiles off our faces during the whole trip. Here's a few snaps from the ride.
My buddy Jon snapping a photo during a stop on the way to East Canyon Reservoir
Jon and I at Antelope Island during the 3rd leg of our tour
I would totally recommend picking up a bike to anyone interested. Just be smart and be safe. Stoked to see this thread on here.
mskiRecently A buddy of mine who I have been riding with a few times now came to visit and do a 200 mile tour around Northern Utah with a night of camping in between. Needless to say it was hard to wipe the smiles off our faces during the whole trip.
This so much, I love how motorcyclists wave at each other when you pass them on the road. Even if I am out riding by myself I never feel alone on the road.
vandersteezeThis so much, I love how motorcyclists wave at each other when you pass them on the road. Even if I am out riding by myself I never feel alone on the road.
vandersteezeThis so much, I love how motorcyclists wave at each other when you pass them on the road. Even if I am out riding by myself I never feel alone on the road.
the love of 2 wheels in similar to the love of snowsports for me. A motorcycle is a motorcycle and people all ride for the same love. Same for skiers and boarders of all types. Spread the love!
I ride a Ninja 500 but am looking to upgrade to either a SV650 or CBR 600 F4i or something similar. I ride 50 miles a day in Seattle traffic and though I'll admit it's stupidly dangerous what with idiot drivers and traffic, the joy and relaxation I get from riding is just too much of a deal to pass up. Plus hov lanes is nice. Maybe I'm not hardcore enough but I only ride in the dry since it's not that worth it to get soaked going to work.
dmskiI ride a Ninja 500 but am looking to upgrade to either a SV650 or CBR 600 F4i or something similar. I ride 50 miles a day in Seattle traffic and though I'll admit it's stupidly dangerous what with idiot drivers and traffic, the joy and relaxation I get from riding is just too much of a deal to pass up. Plus hov lanes is nice. Maybe I'm not hardcore enough but I only ride in the dry since it's not that worth it to get soaked going to work.
The cbr is a rocket compared to the ninja. Test one before you buy. I have a kat600 and rode my friends cbr600 and damn was it different
dmskiI ride a Ninja 500 but am looking to upgrade to either a SV650 or CBR 600 F4i or something similar. I ride 50 miles a day in Seattle traffic and though I'll admit it's stupidly dangerous what with idiot drivers and traffic, the joy and relaxation I get from riding is just too much of a deal to pass up. Plus hov lanes is nice. Maybe I'm not hardcore enough but I only ride in the dry since it's not that worth it to get soaked going to work.
Almost bought an SV650 but got a EX500 instead. Wish I could get my hands on my uncles RC 51 but then again I'd probably die on it.
Keep meaning to get my motorcycle licence but every time I do that I'm reminded of how ridiculous insurance rates are and just can't justify spending $2000 a year just in insurance on a vehicle I can only use half the year. Once I'm over 25 and the rates drop I'll probably go for it though.
VinnieFKeep meaning to get my motorcycle licence but every time I do that I'm reminded of how ridiculous insurance rates are and just can't justify spending $2000 a year just in insurance on a vehicle I can only use half the year. Once I'm over 25 and the rates drop I'll probably go for it though.
it depends on the bike.....i barely pay $200 a year for my kat 600
twin-tip-heroTo be honest man i have maybe 200 miles on her. I bought her and then I had to move to Korea for a year. But it was one hell of a deal (1500 miles, never been dropped for $4,000) that I had to get her and let her sit for a year. But when I move to florida in October it will be my daily driver. I have some parts waiting to be put on when I get home and i'm looking to put her on the track. I raced my old 05 R6 on the nurburgring in Germany, when i was living there and the bike was fucking amazing!!!! I can only imagine how this beast will do on a track.
damn, ridiculous steal though I've heard of people getting the 08's (peak recession) brand new for less than 8k from the dealer.
I'll be changing out sprockets soon on mine (thinking -1/+1) since it's so sluggish in low first. I think stock is what, 16/45. My old R6S was way better for low end acceleration, and is 16/48. R6s didn't really seem any slower up the RPM range either. First day I bought it I hit 135 merging onto the freeway
Being only my second season of riding I still have a lot to learn. Any more experienced riders care to share any safety tips you've learned? It would be rad if people helped eachother out. I try to wear neon yellow on days too hot for my jacket
nick21861Being only my second season of riding I still have a lot to learn. Any more experienced riders care to share any safety tips you've learned? It would be rad if people helped eachother out. I try to wear neon yellow on days too hot for my jacket
the more you ride, the better you get at predicting situations. Basically just always have your eyes up, watching traffic.
2007 gsx-r 600. Factory suzuki team tuned the suspension for my weight/riding style and I removed the backpressure valve for more jam. Any of the other sport bike guys (or girls) into getting their knee down? Buy and good set of race leathers and drag that knee. It'll change you.
