The General Motorbikers Discussion Thread - Page 19

tigger · June 20th, 2008, 5:58 AM

Quote:

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, 6:33 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, 6:36 PM

Moto gear = sexy.

avanti · June 20th, 2008, 9:24 PM

Blind_Io · June 21st, 2008, 2:05 AM

avanti · June 21st, 2008, 2:18 AM

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

Redliner · June 21st, 2008, 6:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blind_Io

That suit looks....aerodynamic...

Spectre · June 21st, 2008, 6:44 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, 7:14 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, 8:48 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, 8:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blind_Io

She stole my bike.

klutch · June 23rd, 2008, 3:12 AM

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

KaJuN · June 23rd, 2008, 4:12 AM

She can make off with my ride any day.

tigger · June 23rd, 2008, 4:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ottobon

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

It's crossed my mind, but I dig the double shock rear end

. Plus there's other silly stuff I'd do first, like get a 360cc or 400cc engine, or upgrade to disc brakes.

BigDaveDogg · June 23rd, 2008, 9:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by klutch

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

June 20th, 2008, 6:33 AM	#362
Ottobon Banned Joined: Nov 27th, 2005 Last Online: May 27th, 2009 Location: Detriot Metro Area Posts: 3,313 Car: 2 Rust buckets and a confused 1999 American. Rep Power: 0	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 6:36 AM.

June 20th, 2008, 12:33 PM	#363
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 10:40 PM Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 32 Posts: 8,130 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC, 98 PC800 Rep Power: 184	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.... __________________ Enough is enough. We are not here to subsidize your clueless business plans or reward your failures. 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 1998 Honda Pacific Coast PC800 (two-wheeled pickup truck/utility bike)

June 20th, 2008, 6:36 PM	#364
Blind_Io Dispenses buckshot medication for all undead patients. Joined: Apr 5th, 2006 Last Online: 6:22 PM Location: Murray, Utah, USA Age: 28 Posts: 10,829 Car: 2006 Nissan X-Terra - 2000 VFR800 Interceptor Rep Power: 247	Moto gear = sexy. __________________ War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength

June 20th, 2008, 9:24 PM	#365
avanti Joined: Jul 22nd, 2005 Last Online: October 17th, 2009 Location: Milano, Italia Posts: 3,120 Car: 2 cars + 4 bikes Rep Power: 90	__________________ \|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\| Ride, Eat, Sleep, Repeat.

June 21st, 2008, 2:05 AM	#366
Blind_Io Dispenses buckshot medication for all undead patients. Joined: Apr 5th, 2006 Last Online: 6:22 PM Location: Murray, Utah, USA Age: 28 Posts: 10,829 Car: 2006 Nissan X-Terra - 2000 VFR800 Interceptor Rep Power: 247	__________________ War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength

June 21st, 2008, 2:18 AM	#367
avanti Joined: Jul 22nd, 2005 Last Online: October 17th, 2009 Location: Milano, Italia Posts: 3,120 Car: 2 cars + 4 bikes Rep Power: 90	Nice!!! Black GSX-R's are so sexy!! __________________ \|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\|\| Ride, Eat, Sleep, Repeat.

June 21st, 2008, 6:44 AM	#369
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 10:40 PM Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 32 Posts: 8,130 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC, 98 PC800 Rep Power: 184	Best part about biking - attractive women in form-fitting leather apparel. We need a Danica Patrick type for MotoGP and WSB. __________________ Enough is enough. We are not here to subsidize your clueless business plans or reward your failures. 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 1998 Honda Pacific Coast PC800 (two-wheeled pickup truck/utility bike)

June 21st, 2008, 8:48 AM	#371
Peter3hg Joined: May 3rd, 2006 Last Online: 6:36 PM Location: Manchester, UK Age: 20 Posts: 4,509 Car: 2006 Yamaha Fazer LFS Status: Rep Power: 44	Not the most practical riding footwear. __________________

June 21st, 2008, 11:24 PM	#373
KaJuN Disco Inferno Joined: Jul 31st, 2006 Last Online: 10:22 PM Location: American in Okinawa Age: 23 Posts: 5,038 Car: Suzuki Swift, Honda Benly CL50 Rep Power: 171	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 ^^ This post was accidentally unearthed from a shallow grave by construction workers. My Flickr

June 21st, 2008, 11:33 PM	#374
Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 10:40 PM Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 32 Posts: 8,130 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC, 98 PC800 Rep Power: 184	Ugh. Just what we need - high tech sandals for squids. __________________ Enough is enough. We are not here to subsidize your clueless business plans or reward your failures. 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 1998 Honda Pacific Coast PC800 (two-wheeled pickup truck/utility bike)

June 21st, 2008, 11:48 PM	#375
KaJuN Disco Inferno Joined: Jul 31st, 2006 Last Online: 10:22 PM Location: American in Okinawa Age: 23 Posts: 5,038 Car: Suzuki Swift, Honda Benly CL50 Rep Power: 171	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 ^^ This post was accidentally unearthed from a shallow grave by construction workers. My Flickr

June 23rd, 2008, 3:12 AM	#377
klutch Courteous urinator Joined: Jan 6th, 2006 Last Online: 7:31 PM Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 1,877 Car: Whatever's in the press fleet. Rep Power: 45	GET THAT BITCH, DOGG!!! SHE MAKIN OFF WIT YO RYDE!!!

June 23rd, 2008, 4:12 AM	#378
KaJuN Disco Inferno Joined: Jul 31st, 2006 Last Online: 10:22 PM Location: American in Okinawa Age: 23 Posts: 5,038 Car: Suzuki Swift, Honda Benly CL50 Rep Power: 171	She can make off with my ride any day. __________________ 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 ^^ This post was accidentally unearthed from a shallow grave by construction workers. My Flickr

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