Motorcycles BS Thread 2.0

some people just struggle with gears and brakes and reverse type stuff

 

I only have 3 maybe 4 things left on my list for this year. Tires, high fender kit, baja designs fogs/mount/switch, and a fuse block for the lights. In terms of priority and cost - tires - probably ~250, fuse block - $90, baja designs etc - 350. Need the fuse block before the lights obviously, but I could order the mounts soon. I have some ideas. The OM bars are 1", so thats helpful to know

 

I have a soft spot for sportys. Ever since I wrecked my nightster I always wanted another one (not that monstrosity they’re calling a nightster now) The softail fits me way better because I’m tall and lanky so the taller suspension on the roadster was great when I test rode one a few years back. I’m just trying to justify a second bike that I can share with my dad or partner whenever I want company. I really should finish the Yamaha and sell it before I bring another bike in the shop. Haha. Damn my rational mind.

 

id love something like this for my first Harley
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/mcd/d/whittier-2014-harley-davidson-sportster/7472845432.html

 

kinda like these also
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/mcy/d/downey-2000-harley-davidson-aspirated/7472449520.html

 

I love 48s. I think they stopped the spoked wheels in 2016.

Remember, Ive already had 2. Would get another in the future when my wallet and garage allows it.

 

thats alot of $$ for something that needs specialized work. And its an 883.

 

@GHOST SHIP arent you in the right neighborhood to get a Softail Deluxe all blacked out? Or red?

 

MT09 over the XSR, for sure. But I agree with Ghost, you should be able to source an aftermarket suspension set up that will suit your needs and still spend less overall than if you purchase a different bike altogether.

 

remember XSR has a 700 and a 900 model. We dont know which one he was looking for

 

I might be a brown vato but that’s an old man bike…


Oh wait…. I’m old too.

 

2015 street glide(heavily modified aka problem child), 2009 sportster custom, 2015 iron 883.

 

I tried, but the bank was smarter than me. That door never opened, but Honda welcomed me with open arms.. and I think Im happier for it

 

Going back to the playground with @iismatthew and some of his riding friends this weekend. I think a couple GS's, a KTM, and a WR250, plus me. No camping, but should be a fun time.

 

Interesting that you posted those together. Back in 2016 I was tempted to find a used XR1200 but ended up pulling the trigger on a new SV650 for the same money. I'm still enjoying the SV, more so with risers and a wider bar.

 

Moto foglight poll:
BD S1
BD S2 sport
BD Squadron Sport

 

I was just going from what I found. I know @Doc Samson is looking for a 600cc+ naked bike that he can take to the track/ride spiritedly. @w.adventures bought @FreshOldTaco SV and rode it from Philly to SC, so they gotta be pretty comfortable. I know some of my friends have them for several years and take them to the track, so upgradeable.

I havent seen many XR1200s around lately, but they used to be pretty popular?

 

I have an S2 pro on my bike with the yellow lens and it’s plenty. I have a second one with a clear lens ive been meaning to add for the expo points but I don’t think it’s necessary.

 

I don't know how many XR1200 were sold but they gained a lot of attention when they were initially released. I like them because they remind me of the Buell S1 Lightning.

 

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6_LiwygkNfU