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96 posts recovered 5 threads started First seen 23 Feb 2008 Last seen 21 Jan 2015

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  1. Valencia testing did hayden test RED RUNNER 25 10 Nov 2014 18 Nov 2014 RED RUNNER · 10 Nov 2014 – 18 Nov 2014
  2. Schuberth C3 Pro And Shoei Gt Air: First Impressions RED RUNNER 22 22 Feb 2013 26 Feb 2013 RED RUNNER · 22 Feb 2013 – 26 Feb 2013
  3. Modular Vs. Standard Helmets: Anyone Switch Back? RED RUNNER 20 16 Feb 2013 18 Feb 2013 RED RUNNER · 16 Feb 2013 – 18 Feb 2013
  4. 8th Gen? RC213V slated for production in 2014 RED RUNNER 30 22 Sep 2012 24 Sep 2012 RED RUNNER · 22 Sep 2012 – 24 Sep 2012
  5. Customer Service Success Story RED RUNNER 1 29 Aug 2012 29 Aug 2012 RED RUNNER · 29 Aug 2012 – 29 Aug 2012

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  1. Nervous About Taking A Long Trip 21 Jan 2015 22:41 I wouldn't get a leather track suit for a long ride. Taking a leak in a gas station in a sweaty leather track suit is no fun. Its more pratical and cheaper to buy leather pants (if you want to stick with leather). I…
  2. Valencia testing did hayden test 11 Nov 2014 04:41 Thanks. Let's hope the guys on that bike can get into the top ten. Without a competitive American it'll be hard to build interest in the U.S. I was reading about the new MotoAmerica series. Apparently Dorna was behind…
  3. Valencia testing did hayden test 10 Nov 2014 23:22 Scanning the testing times for the Valencia tests I didn't see Hayden's name. Anyone know if he tested today? I know he's getting the RC213V-RS (or the RC213V Touring edition , as it should be known) and I'd like to see…
  4. 2015 Aprilia Tuono Is Now An 1100 With 175 Hp 7 Nov 2014 14:51 I miss the Falco. Aprilia was ahead of the naked/hooligan bike curve with it, and it never took off. The Tuono is a reasonable replacement, but I don't like the paint job or the bumble bee front fairing.
  5. Refurbishing A Stolen, River-Found, Vfr 750... 7 Oct 2014 01:48 Terrific story! A bike that won't die is a keeper. Congratulations to all involved!
  6. "packing The Essentials" List 1 Oct 2014 23:07 I've been bringing those Starbucks VIA packets for instant coffee on my trips. I throw a few of them in my toiletry kit. A little hot water and you've got a pretty damn good cuppa considering the convenience factor.
  7. Digital Lcd Dash Project 11 Mar 2014 03:13 You might be able to get the screen from Starlane, but it sounds like you've already got one in mind. Can't hurt to take a look at their track GPS stuff to see how they've worked it out.
  8. Digital Lcd Dash Project 10 Mar 2014 22:01 Can you source stuff from Starlane?
  9. Advice On Bike Bags 13 Jul 2013 16:29 Bags Connection Daypack or Engage models are pretty cool [image: phpqQutqE.jpg] . [image: phpKeRQLr_1.jpg]
  10. La Conner Not Friendly To Motorcyclists--My Weekend Adventure 8 Jul 2013 14:24 I wonder if most of these questionable practices are because the police are getting pressure to increase revenue. I have been stopped in my car twice and ticketed for not having a front license plate. On one occasion…
  11. Vfr800 Vs. Tiger 1050 26 Jun 2013 23:50 Owned a VFR for about ten years. Sold it and now have a multistrada because my buddy has a tiger 1050. He really likes his triumph and will trade up to the newer, bigger bike next year. The upright position takes a bit…
  12. Build or buy? 21 Jun 2013 02:25 Too bad nobody builds a custom frame for the V4 like Rickman, etc. used to for various powerplants back in the 60s & 70s. It would be way cool to have a state-of-the art chassis with the 5th gen motor. Or Spondon. They…
  13. Because its never too early to think about laguna seca 14 May 2013 04:14 Gonna try to get an epic three or four day ride in before the race. Buddy riding in from Carson City. We'll meet up and tour Northern California. Haven't mapped it out but it'll be fun. Wife is going to join me in…
  14. Because its never too early to think about laguna seca 16 Mar 2013 02:57 If you aren't planning on drinking at night, stay in Watsonville. Cheaper, but thirty minutes to the track down Highway 1. Highway 1 has been redone somewhat so it'll be less congested, but you'll still be in a bit of…
  15. Schuberth C3 Pro And Shoei Gt Air: First Impressions 23 Feb 2013 16:42 Could you give a review of your Neotec. I was seriously thinking of upgrading from my Caberg Justissimo GT (5 years old now and chinstrap lock is failing, apart from that with new inner pads it's an excellent helmet,…
  16. Schuberth C3 Pro And Shoei Gt Air: First Impressions 22 Feb 2013 22:45 I have had an opportunity to try on and examine two new helmets: the Schuberth C3 Pro and the Shoei GT Air. For those of you who don't know, the Schuberth C3 was/is a very popular, lightweight, high-cost, high-quality…
  17. Rear Sprocket Flew Off On Freeway 18 Feb 2013 21:45 I assume you'll be replacing the front sprocket as well? I am surprised nothing got eaten up.
  18. Modular Vs. Standard Helmets: Anyone Switch Back? 16 Feb 2013 18:27 In a couple of weeks my local dealer will have both the Shoei GT Air (full face with pinlock and internal drop down visor) and the new Schuberth C3 Pro, which is supposed to be quieter than the C3, have an updated SRC…
  19. Modular Vs. Standard Helmets: Anyone Switch Back? 16 Feb 2013 08:35 For the last year I have been using a Schuberth modular helmet. Great helmet but I need a helmet that fits me bit better. I may have to go back to a standard helmet. Got used to all the features of a modular. Gonna be…
  20. This Cbr250 Has Peaked My Interest 8 Feb 2013 16:56 It gets pretty good reviews. I'd go for it, or look for a Ninja 300. Seems fun, practical, and easy to park. Of course, I also like scooters.
  21. Plasti-Dip Testing With Pics 3 Jan 2013 06:25 Very cool write up! I wonder how it would work on a helmet? I'd like to change my silver helmet to something like a Shoei Monza red. Are there different glosses?
  22. Sidi Boot Feedback 31 Oct 2012 13:57 Two measurements are critical. Width of foot and calf. I have had three sets of Sidis. They are narrow in the box, like Italian shoes, so they can be a problem if you have a wider foot. I use Sidis for the track but for…
  23. Hi-Viz Helmets and clothing 13 Oct 2012 17:17 Dutchy: Is that the orange Hi-Viz C3 helmet from Schuberth? How orange/dayglo is it? Me like.
  24. Hi-Viz Helmets and clothing 13 Oct 2012 04:36 I have a hi viz yellow Olympia Phantom suit. It is almost embarassingly bright. I haven't had any comments from people riding or driving, but I had a janitor of a school tell me he freaked out when he saw me, thinking I…
  25. thoughts on your 6th gen R/W/B with ABS.... 9 Oct 2012 21:25 I have a 2002 with ABS. The ABS seems to work really well. As far as the so-called abruptness of the V-tec, I never really experienced any jerkiness -- just a louder engine noise.
  26. 8th Gen? RC213V slated for production in 2014 22 Sep 2012 03:00 Honda is apparently going to produce a road-going version of the RC213V. Not much of a surprise given its "V" website. Supposedly expensive, like the Desmosedici. I guess that means Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, and Jay Leno…
  27. Seca II Anyone have one? 11 Sep 2012 00:02 I had a Yamaha Vision, which I chose over the Seca. the guy that I took my bike to for repairs told me the Secas were very reliable.
  28. Customer Service Success Story 29 Aug 2012 04:28 I participated in the recent Skidmarx hugger Group Buy, but after installation had an issue with the hugger. After a very long ride the hugger had pulled loose from its fittings and was barely hanging on. Very bad…
  29. Park n Move VFR Dolly? 9 Aug 2012 05:23 The park-n-move is a near duplicate of the Wunderlich product popular with BMW owners. I own a Park N Move; saw it at the show and was having a hard time locating a Wunderlich, so I ordered one. Unfortunately, I don't…
  30. Calling on glove experts.... 8 Aug 2012 03:42 I am a big fan of Alpinestars. I had a pair of high end Spidi's but they were not up to snuff. I now have some Rev'it short gloves as my daily gloves. Good but nothing special. Motorcyclist's June edition had a glove…
  31. Beware the Yellow Peril 4 Aug 2012 03:06 Looks fantastic.
  32. My bike's new look 4 Aug 2012 03:01 That's a real nice blue. Good job. Silver rims, maybe?
  33. Solo riding on Freeway, joining or following ettiquette 1 Aug 2012 20:53 Staggered with room. I choose the side of my lane that is safe for the occasion. Usually I like to see the the mirror of the car in front. I have ridden in the center when conditions require it. I don't like to surprise…
  34. Paint 4 Jul 2012 17:31 Orange with black wheels, frame. I think there was a member with a fourth gen (I think) that was painted like that. Pretty cool. Actually looked like something a factory might do. I'm not a fan of flames or over the top…
  35. Official Skidmarx Hugger Group Buy ***CLOSED*** 23 Jun 2012 02:37 Got mine today. Looks nice. Will install tomorrow. Gonna try to give the vendor some more business. Important to reward those willing the group buy vendors.
  36. Interest in Skidmarx Hugger group buy? 20 May 2012 17:09 If its still going, I'm in for a 6th gen carbon fibre.
  37. Carbon fiber mods - 09 vfr800 v-tech 19 May 2012 03:26 Black Pazzo's please...
  38. Going full stealth 19 May 2012 03:23 Not my cup of tea, but very well done.
  39. Alpinestars hydro sport drystar boots 18 May 2012 04:07 I have the TCX Airtech Goretex boot. Breathes but is still waterproof. I wear a size 10 shoe and my boots are very roomy at a size 44. They are known to be be wider in the box than other Italian boots (Dianese,…
  40. Top 15 Motorcycle roads USA/Canada 4 May 2012 04:18 HS: In California, 58 is one of the best roads in central california. Sorry you missed it. Beats Pacific Coast Highway simply because it is never congested and there are very few LEOs out. Very nice condition, really…
  41. I found my missing GoPro Camera but........................... 3 May 2012 06:07 Lost my fancy sunglasses. Many months later was cleaning under the car seat and found two pairs of sunglasses. Man that was nice.
  42. Stupid Tank Bolts! 2 May 2012 04:05 Thank god you're not a surgeon. Did you find the second bolt? I wouldn't move a thing in that garage until I found it. If you clean up and/or ride the bike, the bolt could get lost and you'd never know what happened to…
  43. No wonder older guys like BMW's, here's their secret. 1 May 2012 16:15 I am switching to a Sargent seat.
  44. Emergency (Long Distance) Tool Kit 27 Apr 2012 22:13 Cruz Tools sells replacement kits that are supposedly better quality than their oem counterparts; you might want to check out the types of things they include to get some more ideas. I vote for zip ties and tape; a…
  45. Bike doesn't seem to "lean" enough while on the side stand 27 Apr 2012 15:59 My bike doesn't lean enough when I go around turns. I've compared it to Casey Stoner's bike, and his leans a lot more.
  46. Zumo & TomTom are Obsolete 26 Apr 2012 06:30 I have a Samsung Galaxy Nexus: it is a big android phone using the latest Google operating system. The navigation on it is better than the navigation in my cars by far. You just speak the destination, and it immediately…
  47. HERO 2, GoPro just upped the ante 16 Apr 2012 04:56 Just got a Hero2! REI (sporting goods store) had a deal for members. Got it for 20% off. They didn't have the motorsport version -- just the outdoor version, so I'll need some mounting stuff. I took the savings and got…
  48. Who Wears Earplugs, And Why? 7 Apr 2012 23:32 I wear earplugs. Highest rating I can find for disposable. Home depo and pharmacies sell them in bulk. I don't listen to music when I ride. My buddy does and I can never get his attention; he's always in la la land.
  49. What adventures are you planning this year 5 Apr 2012 21:59 Laguna Seca MotoGP in July; Colorado five-day ride (Los Angeles to Colorado and back) (hopefully) In August or September; Track days at Willow Springs and/or Laguna Seca (anyone have a recommendation for a track day…
  50. VFR1200X soft roader 30 Mar 2012 16:12 Spoked wheels. An interesting design element, but I think it will fall aside once everyone accepts that the bike will see very little dirt. Lots of street oriented people like myself may not want to lug a 600 pound bike…

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