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| CSS996 | Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Good Morning Gurus!
Well, just another Monday... I did nothing this weekend. I don't think I even left the house. Blah. I may take my Amigo on some trails next weekend. I've had that little truck for a year and a half, and never took it offroad. So, this will be a much needed excursion, if it works out. How was your weekend, everybody? |
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 14:20
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| bogus | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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hotter than hell. That's what it was.
Saturday, we had two cookouts... and they were both hot. Yesterday, it was still hot. I went to the local Borders... I think it is about ready to break, actually. Oh, well, off to work! Enjoy offroading the Amigo! They're very capible. |
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| j3studio | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Good morning, all!
I worked all Saturday and we went house-shopping this Sunday (in the convertible - the thunderstorms held off). We're looking for more garage spaces - it's funny to see the look on the realtor's face when we measure the garage first before looking at the house... |
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| Matatk | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Good morning CGs!
I was MIA for a couple days due to all the family in town. Looks like the place didn't burn to the ground without me, so I guess we're safe. Dropped my sister off at the airport, about the take the baby to the doctor, and then I have to work out. Got a busy day planned. Hope everyone has a great day! Matthew |
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 15:27
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| red_johnny | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Mornin! I am picking up a RC51 tonight! I cant wait! Been searching for a smoking deal for over 3 months now and came across this one, 02 RC51 with 3,200 miles on it, stock except for aftermarket pipes!
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 15:43
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| CSS996 | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Looks great Johnny! The guy saved you about a grand, putting the exhaust on there! Nothing like the music of a V-Twin sportbike, IMO!
Be safe out there with the nutjobs on the streets!  I'm kinda jealous.... Need to keep my eyes open for an Erion 929. And a freelance job to pay for it.  |
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 16:57
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| j3studio | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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red_johnny wrote: Very cool! Just be careful out there... |
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 17:12
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| red_johnny | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Will do, its a rough street any more and with the nut job crotch rocket crowd it automatically puts a bad name on me when I ride. But this thing KBB for about 6,500 so its nice to be cut a deal like this. (I am getting it for 5,300)
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| Matatk | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Hey good deal on a nice looking bike. Never been a big fan of crotch rockets because I dropped one when I was about 20 - scared me a little bit. Stay safe out there!
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 18:17
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| pianoguy | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Congrats on the bike!
I played a sucky round of golf yesterday, but it didn't suck half as bad as coming to work today. |
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 18:46
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| CentralCoaster | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Got back last night from San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay, everywhere up there hit an all-time high temp. It was 112F at the beach! I didn't hear anyone bitch about gas prices once.
I actually rode up there on my Suzuki GS500, boy that was a long ride! Took the scenic route through SLO county, Santa Barbara, Mulholland, and got stuck on a closed freeway where there was a fatality investigation. Now I'm here on 3 hours sleep and not working. I'd be more productive if I was sleeping. Quote:
I'd venture to say that most people never take the time to learn it properly and scare themselves off. |
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| red_johnny | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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I think your right. Alot of kids jump on a bike thinking they can just hop on and be an expert when it really takes years to master bike skills. I rode for a year on a dirt bike and 2 years on a cbr600 and with some practice I hope to master my RC51 in about a year. |
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| CSS996 | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Did you ever take the MSF course? Totally worth it, I think. Plus you already have your license (I assume) so you won't be under any pressure to pass any tests. But it is super easy. Just lots of good info.
I wouldn't recommend anyone ride a motorcycle without it. Shoot, even folks who are gonna ride a 49cc scooter should take the training. |
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 20:01
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| Matatk | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Definitely. The bike I dropped was a Yamaha R6. Quite a powerful machine. I was inexperienced at the time. I was turning a corner at about 10 mph and the back wheel slid out when I gave it too much gas. I wasn't horsing around or trying to be an ass. Since then I've owned a couple 1100 cc cruisers, which were more to my liking. You can ride for 20 years and still learn something new or have a new experience. The bottom line is riding any bike can be dangerous and extra care needs to be taken. Good luck with the bike. Matthew |
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Posted on: 2008/6/23 22:31
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| CentralCoaster | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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After riding on the street for the past 6 mos, I took out my brother's dirt bike on some tight trails. Holy crap! Street riding is a breeze compared to that. Another fan of the MSF course here! You couldn't pass the DMV test on most bikes anyways! I bought some books to give me more tips to practice. |
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| CSS996 | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Dirt riding is a great workout. I gained about 20 lbs right after I stopped. I hope someday my back let's me get back in the saddle.
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| Matatk | Re: Monday Chat 06.23.08 | ||
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Hey - this was MONDAY chat. Get your days right. Sheesh. Matthew |
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Posted on: 2008/6/24 14:40
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