The General Motorbikers Discussion Thread - Page 19

tigger · June 20th, 2008, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Spectre

Heh.... Not too bad a list. I've had worse.

You should see the list for my car

. I'm pretty broke at the moment, so the car just might get neglected for a while. If I start buying parts next week I'll make a thread for it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blind_Io

See if you can find someone parting out a wrecked bike, you might find a gold mine of parts.

I know an excellent place for old Yamaha parts, the only problem is that it's 230 miles away. And really all the hard parts on my bike, except the headlight, are in great shape. It's just all this little stuff. I think eBay and my local Yamaha dealer should be able to cover most of it.

Ottobon · June 20th, 2008, 06:33 AM

You should just upgrade to the 78+ monoshock XT, there all over craigslist

, I'm personally thinking of just ripping the engine and interior out of my Rabbit (the best parts it has) and just buying a bike. I mean i love cars, but i feel the need to change crap up a bit, and so long as i have a engine/trans and interior for the rabbit i can just keep my eyes open for that prestine rust free rolling chassi that i've been waiting for.

Anybody know if there is anybody who sells the protective elements in full safety gear, so that for example you could take your favorite jacket and some nicer pants (still hardy material) and add padding and such? I love protection, but i think most biker jackets look retarded, i'd rather just have a heavy, but good looking jacket that just happens to be super protective because i sowed it into the damn thing myself.

Spectre · June 20th, 2008, 12:33 PM

Well, there are many vendors that sell the CE-approved joint armor for just that purpose. There's quite a few of them on eBay.

However, most "normal" clothing is NOT as strong or protective as bike gear. Jeans will get blazed through in a second if you slide on the pavement; likewise denim jackets. Even leather jackets not intended for bike use will get burned through quickly in a slide. Ask me how I know.

In addition, most non-riding clothing is not cut properly to be used on a bike. It bunches and stretches in places that become uncomfortable or can be unsafe.

There are *many* vendors of motorcycle gear out there. You are not limited to looking like "Harley scum" or a Power Ranger. If you so desire, there's someone making the A-26 Bomber Jacket in bike-weight leather, cut for a rider, and you can get matching overpants - or even specially reinforced jeans that won't burn through quite so easily. Likewise, there are many more options in gear than what you probably have seen.

Heck, you can even get modern versions of German WW2 motorcycle dispatch rider gear. So you're not really all that limited.

And, in order to NOT get shot by my fellow bikers, I will follow the rule about "always post pictures of attractive women in motorcycle gear when discussing gear at any length" and add this:

Having problems seeing what could *possibly* be dorky about the above imaged gear....

Blind_Io · June 20th, 2008, 06:36 PM

Moto gear = sexy.

avanti · June 20th, 2008, 09:24 PM

Blind_Io · June 21st, 2008, 02:05 AM

avanti · June 21st, 2008, 02:18 AM

Nice!!! Black GSX-R's are so sexy!!

Redliner · June 21st, 2008, 06:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blind_Io

That suit looks....aerodynamic...

Spectre · June 21st, 2008, 06:44 AM

Best part about biking - attractive women in form-fitting leather apparel.

We need a Danica Patrick type for MotoGP and WSB.

KaJuN · June 21st, 2008, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by avanti

Nice!!! Black GSX-R's are so sexy!!

What are you talking about? I don't see a motorcycle anywhere in that picture.

Peter3hg · June 21st, 2008, 08:48 AM

Not the most practical riding footwear.

avanti · June 21st, 2008, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Peter3hg

Not the most practical riding footwear.

I often see women riding motorcycles with similar footwear here in Milan

KaJuN · June 21st, 2008, 11:24 PM

You can definitely do better with appropriate motorcycling footwear:

Spectre · June 21st, 2008, 11:33 PM

Ugh. Just what we need - high tech sandals for squids.

KaJuN · June 21st, 2008, 11:48 PM

Is joke shamelessly stolen from a motorcycling forum I'm on.

BigDaveDogg · June 22nd, 2008, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blind_Io

She stole my bike.

klutch · June 23rd, 2008, 03:12 AM

GET THAT BITCH, DOGG!!! SHE MAKIN OFF WIT YO RYDE!!!

June 20th, 2008, 06:33 AM	#362
Ottobon Joined: Nov 27th, 2005 Last Online: 04:20 AM Posts: 3,069 Car: Too many Rep Power: 30	You should just upgrade to the 78+ monoshock XT, there all over craigslist , I'm personally thinking of just ripping the engine and interior out of my Rabbit (the best parts it has) and just buying a bike. I mean i love cars, but i feel the need to change crap up a bit, and so long as i have a engine/trans and interior for the rabbit i can just keep my eyes open for that prestine rust free rolling chassi that i've been waiting for. Anybody know if there is anybody who sells the protective elements in full safety gear, so that for example you could take your favorite jacket and some nicer pants (still hardy material) and add padding and such? I love protection, but i think most biker jackets look retarded, i'd rather just have a heavy, but good looking jacket that just happens to be super protective because i sowed it into the damn thing myself. Last edited by Ottobon; June 20th, 2008 at 06:36 AM..

June 20th, 2008, 12:33 PM	#363
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 09:09 AM Location: Dallas, Texas USA Age: 31 Posts: 2,851 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC Rep Power: 49	Well, there are many vendors that sell the CE-approved joint armor for just that purpose. There's quite a few of them on eBay. However, most "normal" clothing is NOT as strong or protective as bike gear. Jeans will get blazed through in a second if you slide on the pavement; likewise denim jackets. Even leather jackets not intended for bike use will get burned through quickly in a slide. Ask me how I know. In addition, most non-riding clothing is not cut properly to be used on a bike. It bunches and stretches in places that become uncomfortable or can be unsafe. There are many vendors of motorcycle gear out there. You are not limited to looking like "Harley scum" or a Power Ranger. If you so desire, there's someone making the A-26 Bomber Jacket in bike-weight leather, cut for a rider, and you can get matching overpants - or even specially reinforced jeans that won't burn through quite so easily. Likewise, there are many more options in gear than what you probably have seen. Heck, you can even get modern versions of German WW2 motorcycle dispatch rider gear. So you're not really all that limited. And, in order to NOT get shot by my fellow bikers, I will follow the rule about "always post pictures of attractive women in motorcycle gear when discussing gear at any length" and add this: Having problems seeing what could possibly be dorky about the above imaged gear.... __________________ 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR (modified) My truck can swim the English Channel; what can yours do? It's just another day / Where people cling to light / To drive away the fear / That comes with every night

June 20th, 2008, 06:36 PM	#364
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June 20th, 2008, 09:24 PM	#365
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June 21st, 2008, 02:05 AM	#366
Blind_Io Dispenses buckshot medication for all undead patients. Joined: Apr 5th, 2006 Last Online: 08:49 AM Location: Richmond, California, USA Age: 27 Posts: 8,845 Car: 2004 Honda Civic Coupe 2000 VFR800 Interceptor Rep Power: 112	__________________ Life is like riding, you have to keep your balance to keep moving. Deacon of Dirt, Head of North American Anti-Environmental Inquisition (Left Coast Division). founder of The Church of Gear's Two Wheeled Sect. Zombie Slayer, Extraordinaire. Reasonable rates, inquire within.

June 21st, 2008, 02:18 AM	#367
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June 21st, 2008, 06:44 AM	#369
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 09:09 AM Location: Dallas, Texas USA Age: 31 Posts: 2,851 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC Rep Power: 49	Best part about biking - attractive women in form-fitting leather apparel. We need a Danica Patrick type for MotoGP and WSB. __________________ 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR (modified) My truck can swim the English Channel; what can yours do? It's just another day / Where people cling to light / To drive away the fear / That comes with every night

June 21st, 2008, 08:48 AM	#371
Peter3hg Joined: May 3rd, 2006 Last Online: 08:15 AM Location: Chunk Steamer Age: 19 Posts: 3,747 Car: 2006 Yamaha Fazer LFS Status: Rep Power: 30	Not the most practical riding footwear. __________________

June 21st, 2008, 11:24 PM	#373
KaJuN Joined: Jul 31st, 2006 Last Online: November 17th, 2008 Location: USAF Basic Training Age: 22 Posts: 4,628 Car: Land Rover Discovery, 1980 Yamaha XJ650 Rep Power: 91	You can definitely do better with appropriate motorcycling footwear: __________________ D-Fence: Kajun is just outside caressing his Discovery....touching it gently, you know......it is such a dirty bitch.....but he seems to love dirty girls in high heels who are taller then him and have "quite a few pounds" on their hips ^^ Yes we can! Join my fan club. You know you want a piece of this action!

June 21st, 2008, 11:33 PM	#374
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 09:09 AM Location: Dallas, Texas USA Age: 31 Posts: 2,851 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC Rep Power: 49	Ugh. Just what we need - high tech sandals for squids. __________________ 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR (modified) My truck can swim the English Channel; what can yours do? It's just another day / Where people cling to light / To drive away the fear / That comes with every night

June 21st, 2008, 11:48 PM	#375
KaJuN Joined: Jul 31st, 2006 Last Online: November 17th, 2008 Location: USAF Basic Training Age: 22 Posts: 4,628 Car: Land Rover Discovery, 1980 Yamaha XJ650 Rep Power: 91	Is joke shamelessly stolen from a motorcycling forum I'm on. __________________ D-Fence: Kajun is just outside caressing his Discovery....touching it gently, you know......it is such a dirty bitch.....but he seems to love dirty girls in high heels who are taller then him and have "quite a few pounds" on their hips ^^ Yes we can! Join my fan club. You know you want a piece of this action!

June 23rd, 2008, 03:12 AM	#377
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June 23rd, 2008, 04:12 AM	#378
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