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Motorcycles BS Thread 2.0

Discussion in 'Motorcycles' started by Sacrifice, Mar 8, 2016.

  1. Apr 23, 2024 at 4:21 PM
    FreshOldTaco

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    +1 for Grip Puppies. I have them on both bikes now, they improve comfort and reduce vibes quite a bit.
     
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    Rite rite. I know it’s a sin to ride in work boots, but I never had a problem shifting at all. Wearing my Forma’s.. I would have the occasional miss shift. I think the wider pegs will help with that (hopefully).
     
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    I ride in hiking shoes/boots because motorcycle boots won't accommodate my girthy calves! :censored:
     
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  4. Apr 23, 2024 at 5:33 PM
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    Yours do look wider to the rear so that might help. The ones I had were centered.
    Can you link where you purchased?
    Thanks
     
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  5. Apr 23, 2024 at 5:34 PM
    oldtoyman

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    You should look into a calf reduction. Lol
     
  6. Apr 23, 2024 at 5:36 PM
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    Uh, no? I will keep my muscle, thank you. :p
     
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    Sure. got them off amazon. Click the word, that's where I linked them. They might be a slight bit forward, slightly taller as well.

    RMATV Has them too, but, for more coin.
     
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  8. Apr 23, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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    I found some grips. I don’t like the grip puppies just because I have smaller hands and I don’t think I would like the thickness of the grip.
    Pro Grip 699 Sport Bike Gel Grips
     
  9. Apr 23, 2024 at 6:06 PM
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    just a couple of things tbh
    wonder how it would work on a supermoto lol
     
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    Not really liking the Corbin seat on the FZ1. Just isn’t that comfortable so I ordered a new stock seat from partzilla. It’s only $113 shipped. Then I will try that and then can modify it if needed.
    Also used some muscles in my upper legs in the last two days of riding that I haven’t used in a while. Tight and sore but they will get stronger. I think it was from holding myself back in the seat by squeezing my legs agains the tank grips.
     
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    I have the grip puppies on my 701 SM and they help a lot with vibrations. The larger diameter felt weird at first, but I've found them to be much more comfortable especially for my thumbs which aren't the same since breaking them.
     
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    What do you guys think about the Aprilia Tuareg 660?
    Are Italian bikes high maintenance?
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    Personally, I love the looks of a lot of them. My big concern is the limited number of dealers nearby and how invested they are in service and parts past the sale. I had a bad experience back in the late 1980's with a Cagiva, now Ducati that likely taints my view of them. YMMV.
     
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    Local shyster dealer has three used 2024's, "Call for pricing". :rolleyes:
    I just heard of them yesterday, F9 has a video out that sparked the interest.
    There are a few videos out there with guys wishing they had bought the Tuareg over the T7.
     
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    just a couple of things tbh
    i have some random grips my buddy gave me and i like them a lot but the vibrations are nuts! so ill have to check those out. also speaking of that same friend im getting an entire drz400 engine and trans from him for free since he sold his and just wants it gone lol
    ive seen these bikes in person not only do they look great but they sound amazing! but as chuck said id be worried about dealers being around since everything ive heard locally about aprilia are not the most reliable
     
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    @crazysccrmd has one

    I think they're worth a shot. And nice score on the free motor, now you can do a 440 big bore kit!
     
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    Calamity_taco

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    just a couple of things tbh
    edit: forgot we were also talking about the grips lol ya i agree on that part!

    ya i wouldnt say its not worth a shot if you are near a dealer. out here its harder to find a dealer for them..

    right? he was talking to me about it last weekend and just said you want it? so i asked sure for how much? just said take it lol which for me is good my trans on my bike i can tell is getting tired for the gears they feel funky?? idk how to explain it
     
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    Aprilia may be a boutique brand, but they're owned by a much larger subsidiary in Piaggio Group who also manufactures Vespa and Moto Guzzi, among others. In recent years, they've made a notable push into the North American market.

    As an Aprilia owner, I spend quite a bit of time on the Aprilia Forum and I don't see nearly the amount of issues with the 660 as I do with the higher strung V4 bikes like mine. The 660 is essentially half their V4 motor with a slightly longer stroke. They've been developing this motor in the MotoAmerica Twins Cup for quite a while now and the RS660 has absolutely dominated the class.

    If I was looking for a lightweight adventure-ish bike, the Tuareg would be towards the top of my list. Don't let the relatively small dealer network scare you off!
     
  20. Apr 24, 2024 at 12:32 PM
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    Yup meant the grips are worth a shot... the 660 might be as well but I can't speak to that ha

    I do agree it's good to have a dealer close by, especially if the bike is under warranty. There are two KTM dealers within 20 miles from me, and that was definitely a factor when deciding to stray from the Japanese big four brands
     
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