Have so it dr::
*edit*
Have at it [beer]
er.... have so it? did mccain sign up here with bryant's name? dr::
They edited out your link to this site on the DFWM.... :P
Quote from: svoloch on May 06, 2008, 06:37:19 PM
er.... have so it? did mccain sign up here with bryant's name? dr::
yeah yeah. That's what I get for posting on my iPhone
I got my way in through a pm on the DML... unfortunately, I can't even log into my account anymore... that's FFFFFFF'ed up...
what happened? I go to NOLA for the jazzfest and poof this?
I have separation anxiety :'(
cdc
Quote from: cdc on May 06, 2008, 08:05:27 PM
what happened? I go to NOLA for the jazzfest and poof this?
I have separation anxiety :'(
cdc
How was the jazzfest??? I was supposed to go but plans fell through!
Wow finally I got on. George can you post for thursday dinner and the cigar Sat.??
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 06, 2008, 08:17:54 PM
Wow finally I got on. George can you post for thursday dinner and the cigar Sat.??
copy wt:
Thank You!! 8)
uhhh...penis?
sorry...couldn't help it.
Well I think on monday I will take the tank to the painter and the rearsets to the powder coater and the parts over to the warehome for randy!! wt: Plus friday my lower fairing (bellypan) will be here!!! ;D
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 06, 2008, 09:03:22 PM
Well I think on monday I will take the tank to the painter and the rearsets to the powder coater and the parts over to the warehome for randy!! wt: Plus friday my lower fairing (bellypan) will be here!!! ;D
wait....rearsets = yellow??
you love that yellow like no other huh? wt:
Quote from: hiero on May 06, 2008, 08:16:16 PM
How was the jazzfest??? I was supposed to go but plans fell through!
The jazzfest ran from the weekrnd of April 26th to May 4. I only got to see Santana on May 4. I rode down on a Saturday and went home on Monday. I have the long version written up somewhere but the short version is, it was a 1K ride total, with slab riding, speeding ticket, bug attack, rain and getting lost with unplanned side trips on nice secondary roads trying to get back to the interstate. I was delayed 2 hours by the rain and scenic routes on the way back home. Almost made it to Houston ;D.
Santana was the lead up to the Neville brothers who traditionally close the whole thing. The stage was on an open field which was part of the horse race track. The field was damp and stunk. Santana played the oldies and some new ones. The music was great but the politiking was lousy. I did not pay good money to listen to it. Why can't they just shut up and sing?
The food in NOLA is always a treat. Sorry you weren't able to make it especially if you like the rain :(.
cdc
Quote from: McKraut on May 06, 2008, 10:25:47 PM
wait....rearsets = yellow??
you love that yellow like no other huh? wt:
No No No, The rearsets will be black!
Finished modding the sprocket cover (drilled amd dremeled the slots and painted it black. Also painted the belt covers black last night, should be back on the bike tonight. Like I said in an earlier post, the bellypan will be here friday. So Sat, it will look different again. Almost back to the new LYD!!! wt:
Quote from: cdc on May 07, 2008, 02:08:26 AM
The jazzfest ran from the weekrnd of April 26th to May 4. I only got to see Santana on May 4. I rode down on a Saturday and went home on Monday. I have the long version written up somewhere but the short version is, it was a 1K ride total, with slab riding, speeding ticket, bug attack, rain and getting lost with unplanned side trips on nice secondary roads trying to get back to the interstate. I was delayed 2 hours by the rain and scenic routes on the way back home. Almost made it to Houston ;D.
Santana was the lead up to the Neville brothers who traditionally close the whole thing. The stage was on an open field which was part of the horse race track. The field was damp and stunk. Santana played the oldies and some new ones. The music was great but the politiking was lousy. I did not pay good money to listen to it. Why can't they just shut up and sing?
The food in NOLA is always a treat. Sorry you weren't able to make it especially if you like the rain :(.
cdc
cool, thanks for the update wt:
Gotta get my post count up :P
Whee, we're a top 5 board
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?action=stats
Impressive ;D
We really do talk a lot. :e:v
Quote from: bryant8 on May 07, 2008, 09:03:50 AM
Whee, we're a top 5 board
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?action=stats
Go look who is the newest member. ;:| (jamesmccain)
damn it people... ya'll better use the same display names as the old place...
Once Cory finally makes his way over here, he won't have to worry about posting that his bike isn't running right. AMS won't be watching his comments. ;:| ;:|
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 07, 2008, 09:43:04 AM
Go look who is the newest member. ;:| (jamesmccain)
what are you trying to say. =P
Quote from: bryant8 on May 07, 2008, 10:45:40 AM
Once Cory finally makes his way over here, he won't have to worry about posting that his bike isn't running right. AMS won't be watching his comments. ;:| ;:|
Is his bike still giving him issues?
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on May 07, 2008, 09:28:33 AM
Impressive ;D
We really do talk a lot. :e:v
A bunch of Chatty Cathy's...
Quote from: BarneePhife on May 07, 2008, 11:26:36 AM
A bunch of Chatty Cathy's...
you use gmail chat/AIM?
Quote from: swanny on May 07, 2008, 11:25:38 AM
Is his bike still giving him issues?
Nah, I'm justing busting his chops
yeah no kidding, ever heard of chat clients? ;:| :-*
Quote from: hiero on May 07, 2008, 11:47:01 AM
yeah no kidding, ever heard of chat clients? ;:| :-*
they should integrate a live chat in each local section.
damn! jm ims me after less than 5 minutes from my last post...
Quote from: hiero on May 07, 2008, 11:50:41 AM
damn! jm ims me after less than 5 minutes from my last post...
is that internet thing still around?!
Okay we are now in the top 4. we have 42 more posts than the next local club. WE ARE THE NUMBER ONE LOCAL CLUB!! wt:
So keep those posts coming you chatty cathy's! :e:v
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 07, 2008, 12:10:39 PM
Okay we are now in the top 4. we have 42 more posts than the next local club. WE ARE THE NUMBER ONE LOCAL CLUB!! wt:
So keep those posts coming you chatty cathy's! :e:v
stop trying to post whore and bump our DFW post count... thats so childish...
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 07, 2008, 12:12:13 PM
stop trying to post whore and bump our DFW post count... thats so childish...
This from a MAYBE guy. Maybe i'll do this. Maybe I'll do that. You are the child!! tell your mom to make up your mind for you, or call me and I will help make up your mind for you! ;:|
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 07, 2008, 12:14:28 PM
This from a MAYBE guy. Maybe i'll do this. Maybe I'll do that. You are the child!! tell your mom to make up your mind for you, or call me and I will help make up your mind for you! ;:|
fight! fight! fight! dr:: :e:v
I'll drink to that :wine
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 07, 2008, 12:14:28 PM
This from a MAYBE guy. Maybe i'll do this. Maybe I'll do that. You are the child!! tell your mom to make up your mind for you, or call me and I will help make up your mind for you! ;:|
Maybe I will!
Quote from: dallas2r on May 07, 2008, 12:18:28 PM
fight! fight! fight! dr:: :e:v
to much paperwork...
anything!!!!
must
get
post
count
higher
;D
Good
Job
Scott!! ;D
oh god.
James is about to break 100 :bang
Quote from: bryant8 on May 07, 2008, 07:22:05 PM
James is about to break 100 :bang
Major PPW (Professional Post Whore) :e:v
HEY, I want to drink too
Quote from: hiero on May 07, 2008, 07:24:14 PM
HEY, I want to drink too
dr::
David, first drink in the HC or Austin is on me
All the rest are on MurDuc wt:
The PPW is posting all over the forum!!
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 07, 2008, 07:24:08 PM
Major PPW (Professional Post Whore) :e:v
and I get paid for it.
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 07, 2008, 07:29:43 PM
The PPW is posting all over the forum!!
I'm good like that... =)
sweet, free beer everytime I see someone from the DMF?? dr::
good night DFW!
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 07, 2008, 09:00:12 PM
good night DFW!
time to catch up everyone!! andd.............................. go!
wakey wakey everyone, lets get posting! ;D
damn it! i have to work, y'all stop posting
Has anyone talked to Brian? I haven't seen him over here yet. Or is he still cooling down over "the changes"? :bang
Quote from: BarneePhife on May 08, 2008, 06:32:27 AM
Has anyone talked to Brian? I haven't seen him over here yet. Or is he still cooling down over "the changes"? :bang
He's been posting on the General Forum--Introductions section. ;)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on May 08, 2008, 06:47:26 AM
He's been posting on the General Forum--Introductions section. ;)
you mean there's
OTHER sections here?!?
Quote from: hiero on May 07, 2008, 09:01:19 PM
time to catch up everyone!! andd.............................. go!
not cool, not cool at all! co::
I tried to call brian yesterday, but he didn't answer the phone? ???
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 08, 2008, 08:54:43 AM
I tried to call brian yesterday, but he didn't answer the phone? ???
did you ring his truck? [cheeky]
i tried both, his cell and his house.
So have you noticed we've got like FOUR times the amount of posts as any other Local Club on the list? Chatty Kathys indeed ;:|
Quote from: n2f on May 08, 2008, 11:19:33 AM
So have you noticed we've got like FOUR times the amount of posts as any other Local Club on the list? Chatty Kathys indeed ;:|
really? I thought all of our post were important?
Hey now, all of out post are important!!
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 08, 2008, 11:44:55 AM
Hey now, all of out post are important!!
Four times as important, to be exact!
or we're four times as nerdy...
Quote from: McKraut on May 08, 2008, 12:38:06 PM
or we're four times as nerdy...
Or four times as much free time on our hands...
Quote from: BarneePhife on May 08, 2008, 12:50:13 PM
Or four times as much free time on our hands...
twiddling your thumbs isn't as fun
Quote from: hiero on May 08, 2008, 01:17:45 PM
twiddling your thumbs isn't as fun
where are you twiddling them...?
Quote from: McKraut on May 08, 2008, 12:38:06 PM
or we're four times as nerdy...
Speek for yourself GEEK!! ;D
I see Ducati's in the near future for Svoloch's kiddos...
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/tag/659321925.html
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/291998497_8S4ti-L.jpg)
Also posted in the Forum That Shan't Be Named.
http://www.ducatimonster.org/forums/showthread.php?p=2272969#post2272969
Thanks to Cory for the suggestion. wt:
wt: Nice.
LOVE IT!! :e:v
Quote from: dallas2r on May 08, 2008, 03:33:53 PM
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/291998497_8S4ti-L.jpg)
Also posted in the Forum That Shan't Be Named.
http://www.ducatimonster.org/forums/showthread.php?p=2272969#post2272969
Thanks to Cory for the suggestion. wt:
;:| ;:| Ha Ha, that's great--Roll In Poop DML. wt: (but why the tombstone? :-\)
William you are the man wt: wt:
William you are the photoshop MAN!!!!! 8) 2 kool for skool
Quote from: BarneePhife on May 08, 2008, 03:14:48 PM
I see Ducati's in the near future for Svoloch's kiddos...
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/tag/659321925.html
oh hell yeah, my boys Lisa and Lisa will love this...
Gee, guess what i learned today? I don't need the internet or this board to love riding my bikes. What a joy. See ya'll on the road... maybe.
Quote from: McKraut on May 08, 2008, 01:19:10 PM
where are you twiddling them...?
haha, hey, that's private
Since we don't celebrate mother's day, we might take a ride out 114 to Brideport Sunday afternoon. Anybody interested in riding with us misfits?
Quote from: fastwin on May 08, 2008, 08:53:16 PM
Gee, guess what i learned today? I don't need the internet or this board to love riding my bikes. What a joy. See ya'll on the road... maybe.
No, but the internet and this board are the best substitute when you're unable to ride.
Exercise those interweb muscles - you may need them someday.
Sorry Taz, We will be giving the mothers day treatment to my wife. She lets me get away with murder so I better do something special for her that day, but just in case she wants me gone for her present keep posting with the where's and the when's. wt: (and knowing my wife she might want me gone) She is the best!!
Quote from: n2f on May 08, 2008, 11:19:33 AM
So have you noticed we've got like FOUR times the amount of posts as any other Local Club on the list? Chatty Kathys indeed ;:|
Props to JamesMcCain - he's in the top 10 highest posters on the entire board.
DFWM is the 4th most active forum.
This very "say anything" thread is also in the top 10.
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?action=stats
We are the coolest! "DFW Fonzies" should be our new name!
Quote from: BarneePhife on May 09, 2008, 07:00:20 AM
Props to JamesMcCain - he's in the top 10 highest posters on the entire board.
Props?!? Here's one of my all-time favorite quotes- "When I have nothing to say, my lips are sealed", Talking Heads ;D
Wow am I sore and still tired from trackday yesterday. I may need a happy hour today to fix this dr::
we
only
need
five
more
posts
to
move
up
wt: :e:v
Feel better now?
YES!!! :e:v
geez, talk about whoring... dr::
But I'm not whoring for myself, its for the group! :e:v
George is a banned member of the DML!! be::
So, what did I do this time?
Quote from: hiero on May 09, 2008, 09:00:14 AM
geez, talk about whoring... dr::
I believe that's DFWM's middle name Dallas Whoring Fort Worth Members... haha that works both ways.
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 09, 2008, 09:53:23 AM
I believe that's DFWM's middle name Dallas Whoring Fort Worth Members... haha that works both ways.
so it's really the DWFWM?
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on May 09, 2008, 09:44:38 AM
So, what did I do this time?
not sure? All i know is that I went to the post for lunch today and saw that you were banned. The must be watching this sight also. With the triple dog daring going on. They didn't want it to happen again. ;:|
Cool, I'm officially a rebel!
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on May 09, 2008, 10:59:12 AM
Cool, I'm officially a rebel!
Then yell!!
Also the lower fairing is out for delivery to the house. Will have it on tonight !!
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 09, 2008, 09:38:06 AM
George is a banned member of the DML!! be::
I was not banned but ERASED. Like I never existed. My name was struck from all posts for all time. And all I did get lost in the rain. mo:t:
At least you are a rebel. Remember, "never be hesitate" (james mcain, 2008)
cdc
who are you again, I don't ever remember meeting you? ???
Yea, at least I get bragging rights-kinda like getting thrown in virtual jail....
The last thing I did over there was post instructions for James so he could turn off his ads, but that post is still there. So, that can't be it.
[update]
Tried to log in and got this message:
"You have been banned for the following reason:
No reason was specified.
Date the ban will be lifted: Never"
Jeez, it's like I said at lunch; it's not so much that TOB changed, it's their poor "customer service" that's pissing many people off (can I say "piss"?) You gotta love the message they sent to me though, "you can't play in our yard any more...just cuz" (arms crossed). ;:| ;:| ;:|
Chipo posted this in the general forum: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FV7bSXSkOI8
OK, as funny as the first VFR vs BMW version of this was (and I forwarded that to a bunch of friends) this was 10 times as funny! That qualifies as "funny as shit!" on the new non-censored board! wt:
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 09, 2008, 09:53:23 AM
I believe that's DFWM's middle name Dallas Whoring Fort Worth Members... haha that works both ways.
true story.
I don't know the background or politics of VS, but that vid was pretty funny. Thanks for the link.
Someone went through and posted that youtube link on every thread in the general forum on the DML ;:| ;:|
I have been trying to get to sleep since midnight. I finally just got up and wandered in here around 2.
It is almost 4 now. Still not sleepy. :-\
Coming off 5 years of 7pm-7am night shift work has left me with some wicked bouts of insomnia.
GAH!
This blows. My alarm is set for 8. :bang
Show me the way to go home
I'm tired and I wanna to go to bed
I had a little drink about an hour ago
And it went straight to my head
Where ever I may roam
On land or sea or foam
You will always hear me singing this song
Show me the way to go home...
My brain, it's all bendy.
Up from the depths
Thirty stories high
Breathing fire
His head in the sky
Godzilla!
Godzilla!
Godzilla!
And Godzooky . . .
I have the strong urge to go make some soap...
Quote from: MurDuc on May 10, 2008, 02:09:08 AM
I have the strong urge to go make some soap...
Shhh.... The first rule is, you're not supposed to talk about it.
Quote from: MurDuc on May 10, 2008, 01:46:29 AM
I have been trying to get to sleep since midnight. I finally just got up and wandered in here around 2.
It is almost 4 now. Still not sleepy. :-\
Coming off 5 years of 7pm-7am night shift work has left me with some wicked bouts of insomnia.
i am soooo tired....
I need some help. Yesterday I got rearended by a car (she was on her cell phone!!!) and knocked to the ground. No injuries, but my beautiful red ST3 got a couple of scuffed places on the bodywork and mirror end. Who's the painter in Dallas? Thanks.
Pura vida!
George
AMS has a painter somewhere in Mansfield and Alan (LYD) has one in Arlington. PM him.
cdc
I think the board will be going down for maintenance here in a couple of minutes.
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 10, 2008, 08:56:50 PM
I think the board will be going down for maintenance here in a couple of minutes.
You got an inside source?
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on May 10, 2008, 09:02:39 PM
You got an inside source?
I think Alan is logged in 24x7. His trick knee probably started tingling... he new something was going to happen to the board. ;)
Quote from: BarneePhife on May 11, 2008, 07:00:14 AM
His trick knee probably started tingling...
Probably Mindy rubbing his thigh or something...
Quote from: GeorgeInDallas on May 10, 2008, 07:30:40 AM
I need some help. Yesterday I got rearended by a car (she was on her cell phone!!!) and knocked to the ground. No injuries, but my beautiful red ST3 got a couple of scuffed places on the bodywork and mirror end. Who's the painter in Dallas? Thanks.
Pura vida!
George
sorry to hear that george! I hope you're ok!
Despite the cool, brisk wind we took our Ducs out for a nice 31 mile ride this morning. [thumbsup] We have a nice route that has some curves in it and gets me up to 60 mph. We both are still getting use to this type of riding and I still get palm pain from trying to keep the throttle steady. Hopefully Jeff can loosen that setting up when it goes in for it's 600 mile check up.
Time to walk the dog, water the garden and then we are taking the Hogs out this afternoon. I'm avoiding the resterants today (too depressing for me) so it's steaks on the bar-bee when we get back and rewind the Cubs game. Ya'll have a great Sunday [wine]
Your wrists still hurt when you ride the Duc?
Try supporting youself with your core muscles instead of your arms.
More miles on the Duc [moto]
Also, try "flappin" your elbows every once in awhile.
Works believe it or not.
Helps train you to relax those arm and wrist muscles.
Plus it makes your Duc fly faster. ;D
Quote from: Taz Duc on May 11, 2008, 09:04:56 AM
Despite the cool, brisk wind we took our Ducs out for a nice 31 mile ride this morning. [thumbsup] We have a nice route that has some curves in it and gets me up to 60 mph. We both are still getting use to this type of riding and I still get palm pain from trying to keep the throttle steady. Hopefully Jeff can loosen that setting up when it goes in for it's 600 mile check up.
Try using a "crampbuster" (http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x2/notacop01/cb.jpg) it will cure your death grip (I had the same problem, and it worked great). Also like Bryant said use your core muscles to support you, squeeze the tank with your knees. Also keep your elbows bent, it takes some strain off your wrist. Although your bikes seating position isn't as leaned over as a SBK it's alot more than your HD. Once you get used to the different riding position you will find the Duc pretty comfortable. You could also try some bar risers if you want a more upright riding position.
Yeah, I'll "second" all of the advice so far, especially the Cramp Buster (Moto Liberty has them for $11). I've had one since I learned how to ride - works wonders. The other thing I've noticed that helps me avoid loading up my wrists and hands once I've been on the bike for a while is to pull my elbows in towards the tank just slightly. It seems to break up the path for upper body weight moving inadvertently down to the wrists.
Quote from: bryant8 on May 11, 2008, 09:12:13 AM
Try supporting youself with your core muscles instead of your arms.
Quote from: n2f on May 11, 2008, 10:21:09 AM
The other thing I've noticed that helps me avoid loading up my wrists and hands once I've been on the bike for a while is to pull my elbows in towards the tank just slightly.
DFW/DMF riders have good upper body posture [laugh]
cdc
I just know these things!!
I think she has tried the cramp buster before without a lot of luck... if I remember right. You know, you might consider the bar riser set that Speedymoto makes. It replaces the stock bar clamps for the Ducati/Magura handlebars and as I recall it raises the bars 1.75" higher. I have a set but have never mounted them on my S2R1000 Monster... not yet. That would take a whole lot of weight off your wrists and hands. A whole lot! They look absolutely stock, if you didn't know the bar clamps had been changed you would not even notice it. Total bolt on deal, no "heavy lifting", no expensive shop labor. Check it out! [thumbsup]
I've got some Eastern Cycle bar risers for my soon to be delivered stock triple and bars. The rise will be 1 1/2."
I'm just wondering if the stock cables will be long enough to reach the new bar height... Eastern Cycles claims so but I guess I'll just have to wait and see. Any cable "shortage" could be even be more pronounced at 1 3/4."
I'd be curious to know if anyone else has had experience with stock cables being too short for bar risers.
[beer]
Haha! I just noticed the addition of the sub-heading "Normal Topics" on the DFWM main board.
Normal topics ???
What are the chances with this group of miscreants? [evil]
Quote from: n2f on May 11, 2008, 03:47:36 PM
Haha! I just noticed the addition of the sub-heading "Normal Topics" on the DFWM main board.
Normal topics ???
What are the chances with this group of miscreants? [evil]
bwahaha!! that's awesome. [laugh]
Thanks for the suggestions guys and I do, do all of the above, but laying some of my body weight on the bar is not the total problem. My throttle is as stiff as (self edit). There is not 1 mm of play like I have in my Hog, so when I get to speed the pressure I must exhert to keep it from rising or falling is alot for me. I have been working on my hand strength and I'm alot stronger than I was back in October. Hubby is going to get the risers for both our bikes when they are in stock again. His trottle has some play in it, but mine has none so hopefully Jeff can do something down the line.
We only made it to Rhome on 114 before heading up to 407 to get back home. The winds were really wicket today so it was not a nice putt on the Hogs. Got home for a drink by the pool and then turned on the TV to see the Cubs win. [thumbsup]
Well the tank is off and going to the painter tomorrow. I am expecting the chain on wed. so thursday it looks like I will be doing an eastside invasion. Stop by the powder coater and then the warehome to drop everything off. Anybody wanna do an early lunch around that side of Dallas?? I can be over on the eastside aroung 11:00 so we could do lunch at 11:30-12:00. But I have to be back in arlington at 3:30 for work. All next week I am on second shift.
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 11, 2008, 06:51:23 PM
Well the tank is off and going to the painter tomorrow. I am expecting the chain on wed. so thursday it looks like I will be doing an eastside invasion. Stop by the powder coater and then the warehome to drop everything off. Anybody wanna do an early lunch around that side of Dallas?? I can be over on the eastside aroung 11:00 so we could do lunch at 11:30-12:00. But I have to be back in arlington at 3:30 for work. All next week I am on second shift.
Thursday lunch sounds like a plan. If you're over at the warehome, maybe Margeaux's? Good Cajun cookin' [thumbsup]
Please no cajun. Anything except that, please!
Cool, no worries. I've got a real limited base of resturaunts that I know of down in Dallas... Maybe someone else that is familiar with that part of town * ahemScottahem * can suggest something. I'm open, whatever you decide ;D
hey alan, what's the name/ph. num/website of that powder coater? just wanting to see their catalogue/prices etc.
Quote from: McKraut on May 11, 2008, 07:21:49 PM
hey alan, what's the name/ph. num/website of that powder coater? just wanting to see their catalogue/prices etc.
Rich here you go:
custompowdercoating.com
8804 Sovereign row
214-638-6416 ask for Steve
Right down the street from the warehome.
They have a display room with a ton of motorcycle and car stuff.
Quote from: n2f on May 11, 2008, 03:39:46 PM
I've got some Eastern Cycle bar risers for my soon to be delivered stock triple and bars. The rise will be 1 1/2."
I'm just wondering if the stock cables will be long enough to reach the new bar height... Eastern Cycles claims so but I guess I'll just have to wait and see. Any cable "shortage" could be even be more pronounced at 1 3/4."
I'd be curious to know if anyone else has had experience with stock cables being too short for bar risers.
[beer]
There should be enough cable slack for the Speedymoto 1.75" height increase, it may take a bit of fiddling but they say it's there. If Speedymoto says it's Christmas, hang up your stockings... at least that's true in my dealings with them. That's a lot of handlebar height increase, that kind of increase has got to make a huge difference in wrist/hand pressure. I have changed bars on several of my bikes to Heli Bars due to the whole broken neck/doesn't bend any more thing and those slight changes have resulted in huge comfort benefits for me. There is no way that your hand/wrist problems (as bad as they are to you) can be as bad as my broken neck/destroyed back... so if I can find relief I will make it a personal mission to find a way so you too can find comfort riding your Ducati. Hey, I have some of the world's most uncomfortable sport bikes so if I can do it so can you. We will find a way! [thumbsup] Monsters are not that uncomfortable... if you think they are I'll let you ride my 916 or 996! [laugh] That will set you straight for sure! ;D
Quote from: fastwin on May 11, 2008, 07:35:01 PM
Monsters are not that uncomfortable... if you think they are I'll let you ride my 916 or 996! [laugh] That will set you straight for sure! ;D
That no $h!t!
Quote from: fastwin on May 11, 2008, 07:35:01 PM...if you think they are I'll let you ride my 916 or 996! [laugh] That will set you straight for sure!...
That's one of the fun things about breaking three vertebrae!
Monster ergonomics kill my back.
I borrowed a stock S2RS a few weeks ago, and rode it for two days...
-IT DAMN NEAR CRIPPLED ME!
I'll take a Superbike any day. I can put 800 miles a day on one and be fine (tired, yes, but...)
A SS is as far towards sitting up as I an tolerate.
I just don't see how Ya'll do it! ???
Quote from: n2f on May 11, 2008, 07:19:51 PM
Cool, no worries. I've got a real limited base of resturaunts that I know of down in Dallas... Maybe someone else that is familiar with that part of town * ahemScottahem * can suggest something.
Hmmm, let's see... There just happens to be a very tasty Vietnamese restaurant down the street [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
It must have been that fourth broken vertebrae that gave me all the trouble. Jezz, if I had only broken three I'm sure I'd be fine! :P I can't put 400 miles in a car! Maybe that's why I couldn't look up at tonight's ball game to see the foul ball that came straight over the fence and landed about a foot from me. That's really what I need... a foul ball in the head or neck area. Mmmm, how fun. It's one week shy of my one year broken neck anniversary and my life sucks just as bad as it did a year ago. I guess the fact that at least I can ride again is a plus but the rest sucks. Note to all other riders: don't hit turkeys. Makes good sense doesn't it? :P
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 11, 2008, 08:17:16 PM
Hmmm, let's see... There just happens to be a very tasty Vietnamese restaurant down the street [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
i could 'sho' go 'fow' sum 'pho', yo. i haven't had that in months...i love that stuff.
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 11, 2008, 08:17:16 PM
Hmmm, let's see... There just happens to be a very tasty Vietnamese restaurant down the street [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
I can eat dog and cat all day. As long as its meat!! [evil]
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 11, 2008, 08:23:17 PM
I can eat dog and cat all day. As long as its meat!! [evil]
i've had dog, man; it's pretty good, actually. :)
no, i'm not kidding.
I lived in Japan for a year and I didn't see any strays, so I might have eaten them. Who knows.
Man, james has dropped out of the top 10 for posters. But we are catching on number 3 for most active! [thumbsup]
Wheeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: fastwin on May 11, 2008, 08:19:33 PM
It must have been that fourth broken vertebrae that gave me all the trouble. Jezz, if I had only broken three I'm sure I'd be fine! :P I can't put 400 miles in a car! Maybe that's why I couldn't look up at tonight's ball game to see the foul ball that came straight over the fence and landed about a foot from me. That's really what I need... a foul ball in the head or neck area. Mmmm, how fun. It's one week shy of my one year broken neck anniversary and my life sucks just as bad as it did a year ago. I guess the fact that at least I can ride again is a plus but the rest sucks. Note to all other riders: don't hit turkeys. Makes good sense doesn't it? :P
Sorry to hear about that Brian. :-\ I recommend the Dogfish Head 120. At 20%, a couple of these and you'll feel no pain. ( http://www.dogfish.com/brewings/Occasional_Rarities/120_Minute_IPA/15/index.htm ) [drink]
Oh, and thanks for the MTB cassette offer. I'm definitely going to be doing some re-gearing before Mt. Washington. I'll have to switch to a triple up front as well. [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on May 11, 2008, 08:54:59 PM
Oh, and thanks for the MTB cassette offer. I'm definitely going to be doing some re-gearing before Mt. Washington. I'll have to switch to a triple up front as well. [thumbsup]
How 'bout a bolt-on Cucciolo?
Quote from: Ronr on May 11, 2008, 09:01:07 PM
How 'bout a bolt-on Cucciolo?
Wow!! Do they make Termis for this? Oh I want one!! [thumbsup]
http://www.youtube.com/v/jN4BA4JPSkc&hl=en
Cool!! That doesn't sound half bad.
I thought this was the Thursday lunch thread [roll]
Lunch! FOCUS PEOPLE (as the pot calls the kettle black) [evil] Looks like it might be rainy that day, but who cares... We gotta eat [laugh]
Quote from: fastwin on May 11, 2008, 08:19:33 PM...It must have been that fourth broken vertebrae that gave me all the trouble. Jezz, if I had only broken three I'm sure I'd be fine! :P...
Yeah, I've been warned not to go and try a fourth... :(
Quote from: Taz Duc on May 11, 2008, 04:01:30 PM
Thanks for the suggestions guys and I do, do all of the above, but laying some of my body weight on the bar is not the total problem. My throttle is as stiff as (self edit). There is not 1 mm of play like ...
there actually needs to be 3mm of play at the throttle, sounds like at the least, you need to have the throttle adjusted a bit along with the other stuff...
Quote from: dallas2r on May 11, 2008, 09:20:53 PM
Wow!! Do they make Termis for this? Oh I want one!! [thumbsup]
...
now THAT'S cool [thumbsup]
Oh, Gee, Whizzer... [laugh]
so I go rock band for ps3 this weekend... and lets just say, I put the rock in band now!
You Da MAN!
2.5 weeks till Hill Country
[zroom] [moto] [vroom]
Quote from: fastwin on May 11, 2008, 07:35:01 PM
.....if you think they are I'll let you ride my 916 or 996! [laugh] That will set you straight for sure! ;D
I don't believe you. Can I ride the 916SPS? ;D
cdc
oh oh and I told the other say anything thread this but not this one...
I passed Calc 2 (so proud, so hard) and passed Engineering physics with an A! ya!
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 12, 2008, 10:03:04 AM
oh oh and I told the other say anything thread this but not this one...
I passed Calc 2 (so proud, so hard) and passed Engineering physics with an A! ya!
[thumbsup]
[drink]
[beer]
in that order.
cdc
Quote from: cdc on May 12, 2008, 10:05:27 AM
[thumbsup]
[drink]
[beer]
in that order.
cdc
yahh thanks so much...
taking Probability Models and some brit lit class this summer!
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 12, 2008, 10:03:04 AM
I passed Calc 2 (so proud, so hard) and passed Engineering physics with an A! ya!
Well James you know the old saying "its not what you know, its who you blow" [laugh] j/k [laugh]
Oh and I forgot to say THE TANK IS AT THE PAINTER!!!!! [thumbsup] The painter said it would be done before the end of the week, then off the the striper then back to the painter for a couple of coats of clear!! Tomorrow go over and pick up the rear stand from charles and then I can remove the rearsets for thursday!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 12, 2008, 10:03:04 AM
I passed Calc 2 (so proud, so hard) and passed Engineering physics with an A! ya!
D@mn.... I don't even know what Calc2 IS! :P
Yeah, me neither. I thought he was taking some sort of heavy duty calcium supplement? ???
Quote from: fastwin on May 12, 2008, 12:33:31 PM
Yeah, me neither. I thought he was taking some sort of heavy duty calcium supplement? ???
Come on Brian, you know thats only for the OLD!! [laugh]
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 12, 2008, 11:11:12 AM
Oh and I forgot to say THE TANK IS AT THE PAINTER!!!!! [thumbsup] The painter said it would be done before the end of the week, then off the the stripper then back to the painter for a couple of coats of clear!! Tomorrow go over and pick up the rear stand from charles and then I can remove the rearsets for thursday!! [thumbsup]
There, fixed it for 'ya. Would you be needing a pole for the stripper? ;D
cdc
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 12, 2008, 11:00:12 AM
Well James you know the old saying "its not what you know, its who you blow" [laugh] j/k [laugh]
true story... so what was the name of your supervisor again? could you put in a good blow, I mean referral for me?
excuse me guys, that'll be Senior, James McCain to ya'll now..
Sorry senior!! [laugh]
easy boys... [roll]
He was just having a "senior" moment [laugh]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 12, 2008, 03:38:02 PM
He was just having a "senior" moment [laugh]
touche, so now I know how you feel everyday...
god, im on a role today...
2 more posted and we move up on the replies board!!
There now we are 2nd!!! ;D
We have 3 threads in the top 10!!
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?action=stats
nothin' but quality reading here on the LSD Board <vrooom> [moto] <vrooom>
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on May 12, 2008, 04:04:00 PM
nothin' but quality reading here on the LSD Board <vrooom> [moto] <vrooom>
STEVE!!!
The walls Steve! THE WALLS!!
The WALLS are covered with Funky Winkerbean!
were still 3rd in the top 10 boards...
I have a feeling were gonna get slapped on our hands soon...
Why, are we having too much fun?!? [roll] ??? :P
I pity the fool that messes with LSD!
Someone might stop in just to take LYD over their knee though. :o
Friggin one word posts...
[laugh]
*edit*
69!
ding ding ding
[cheeky]
Quote from: MurDuc on May 12, 2008, 05:16:55 PM
Someone might stop in just to take LYD over their knee though. :o
Oh, beHAVE :o
...and I'm spent.
Quote from: MurDuc on May 12, 2008, 05:20:19 PM
...and I'm spent.
aww you were just starting to get funny too..
I been "funny" all my life.
(http://www.howlinmad.com/sitecontent/crazy.gif)
Yes, funny smell'n [evil]
Will, are you working on the LSD logo?? ???
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 12, 2008, 05:57:53 PM
Yes, funny smell'n [evil]
Hey. I took a shower toda... recently.
Hey someone needs to login to the other place and send Nordog and kuhlka and greenohawk69 either a PM or an email with the new sight. I tried but it will not let me log in.
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 12, 2008, 06:03:23 PM
Will, are you working on the LSD logo?? ???
NO, I'm working on more important things like the Hill Country Tattoo art. [thumbsup] It's taking extra time cuz I have to make sure you can read it through the "hair jungle" that is Svoloch's ass. ;D [laugh]
Dude that must feel like this -------> [bang]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 12, 2008, 10:03:04 AM
oh oh and I told the other say anything thread this but not this one...
I passed Calc 2 (so proud, so hard) and passed Engineering physics with an A! ya!
Way to go. Looks like missing all those westside dinners paid off!
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 12, 2008, 06:10:24 PM
Hey someone needs to login to the other place and send Nordog and kuhlka and greenohawk69 either a PM or an email with the new sight. I tried but it will not let me log in.
Safest bet is to PM them for their email address "to discuss an upcoming ride" or some such rot, then send the link via email.
Otherwise the PM will be stripped and you'll probably be banned.
That's one reason I wasn't being overtly obnoxious. So I could get back in if need be. Unfortunately, even being sneaky didn't help.
I finally got logged in and thats exactlly what I did: I told them to email me. No response yet? ???
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 12, 2008, 06:10:24 PM
Hey someone needs to login to the other place and send Nordog and kuhlka and greenohawk69 either a PM or an email with the new sight. I tried but it will not let me log in.
i sent kuhlka a PM after seeing his posts about the flywheel swap; i tried to be very sneaky about it...i'm sure he's figured out the new address, though, the guy develops video games, after all...i'm sure he can figure out where we've moved since TOB....
:-\ not lookin' good for the Stars... :-\
...but how about them Rangers ;D
I do eventually plan on sending some PMs on TOB when i get a chance to sit down and think about it... been... so ... busy... :'(
Think, David, THINK!
Has anyone seen or heard from Swanny? I do not recall seeing any posts from him since the big switch. ???
Yep, several posts from Señor Swanny. He is kicking in Major League with grub for our little Hill Country escapades [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Good, glad to hear that. Guess I just missed his posts.
Quote from: fastwin on May 13, 2008, 07:22:56 AM
Good, glad to hear that. Guess I just missed his posts.
awwwe, that's so schweeet... :'(
I received an email from nordog, si I responded with the new information. Hopefully we will see him rise from the sea! ;D
Quote from: fastwin on May 13, 2008, 07:10:28 AM
Has anyone seen or heard from Swanny? I do not recall seeing any posts from him since the big switch. ???
I think he's still in and out of town. I emailed him the other day and got an auto-out of the office response. He's still around
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 13, 2008, 07:48:39 AM
I received an email from nordog, si I responded with the new information. Hopefully we will see him rise from the sea! ;D
Good job. He just got back [thumbsup]
Quote from: MurDuc on May 12, 2008, 05:50:12 PM
I been "funny" all my life.
(http://www.howlinmad.com/sitecontent/crazy.gif)
yes yes but being funny is completely different then looking or as Alan said, smellin' funny...
here's a little FF - "Fun Fact"
as of 1:49pm, I have been on the DMF for 20 hours 5 minutes (logged with the website) and have made 311 post, which comes to a total of 3.87 post per minute!
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 13, 2008, 11:52:20 AM
here's a little FF - "Fun Fact"
as of 1:49pm, I have been on the DMF for 20 hours 5 minutes (logged with the website) and have made 311 post, which comes to a total of 3.87 post per minute!
Why, I think you may be setting a new record "virtual lap time." [thumbsup]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 13, 2008, 11:52:20 AM
here's a little FF - "Fun Fact"
as of 1:49pm, I have been on the DMF for 20 hours 5 minutes (logged with the website) and have made 311 post, which comes to a total of 3.87 post per minute!
ah, but the real question is how many of those posts have been useful? [cheeky]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on May 13, 2008, 11:57:26 AM
Why, I think you may be setting a new record "virtual lap time." [thumbsup]
if you think thats impressive, you should see the lap records for MSR... just look down towards the end of the list, you'll see me there "DNF"
Quote from: hiero on May 13, 2008, 12:39:13 PM
ah, but the real question is how many of those posts have been useful? [cheeky]
About the same amount as you. =)
Well today the yellow chain came, now I have all the parts for randy.
The rearset are off and ready to go the powder coater!! Now I just have to drop them off and eat, then the waiting game starts!! Should be put back together next week and over at the warehome by thursday or friday for Randy to service her for the HC ride!! (fingers crossed)
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 13, 2008, 01:54:45 PM
Well today the yellow chain came, now I have all the parts for randy.
The rearset are off and ready to go the powder coater!! Now I just have to drop them off and eat, then the waiting game starts!! Should be put back together next week and over at the warehome by thursday or friday for Randy to service her for the HC ride!! (fingers crossed)
I have a chain tool kit if you care to crack open a few beers and give it shoot, not that hard. =)
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 13, 2008, 01:54:45 PM
Well today the yellow chain came, now I have all the parts for randy.
The rearset are off and ready to go the powder coater!! Now I just have to drop them off and eat, then the waiting game starts!! Should be put back together next week and over at the warehome by thursday or friday for Randy to service her for the HC ride!! (fingers crossed)
get in line, yellow duc!
Hey WTF did I say anything about taking cuts in line? No I didn't if he can't fix your bike by the end of next week then theres no hope, you'll just have to give it to me. And I'll take care of it after I get back from the HC ride. [laugh] Also when you are at the house waiting for cory... NO soup RUM FOR YOU!! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
We've also moved up to the number 3 spot for all the boards!!
Quote from: hiero on May 13, 2008, 12:39:13 PM
ah, but the real question is how many of those posts have been useful? [cheeky]
How many were relevant, or even intelligable [laugh]
hey guys, this is an awesome video about ducati... its in the main boards but I dunno if everyone gets a chance to see it...
even has the sport 1000 for ya Jim. =)
god I want to vaguely live in Italy for a while.
http://turbo.discovery.com/beyond/?playerId=245988601&categoryId=1418496841&lineupId=1454906898&titleId=1454865192
James, that's so TOB
Leo posted those vids on TOB awhile back. They are pretty neat though
Quote from: fastwin on May 13, 2008, 07:10:28 AM
Has anyone seen or heard from Swanny? I do not recall seeing any posts from him since the big switch. ???
I am here. Just don't have much time to wade through all of these posts to find something that I can respond to. You guys are posting machines.
I will try to post up when I can add something of value. I will probably get back with you faster if you PM me so I know that there is someone that needs something from me.
Swanny
The James is doing a good job of making it difficult to keep up on threads [bang]
Quote from: bryant8 on May 13, 2008, 03:04:08 PM
James, that's so TOB
Leo posted those vids on TOB awhile back. They are pretty neat though
didn't know/see that... wish I did tho. =(
Quote from: bryant8 on May 13, 2008, 03:13:32 PM
The James is doing a good job of making it difficult to keep up on threads [bang]
I think im done w/ that card.
I agree. I think his post about the Ducati videos is the first post I have seen in days that had anything to do with Ducati motorcycles. I thought I had wandered into some sort of chatty blog about who knows what! :P Those are cool vids though. I remember the post about them on the old board but I didn't watch the one about the Futa Pass/1098 & Sports1000 until just now. Wow, what a road! [thumbsup] Gee, just like the ones around Dallas... right. [roll]
Can't watch them at work >:( but I will check them out later when I get home!
Quote from: fastwin on May 13, 2008, 03:19:46 PM
I agree. I think his post about the Ducati videos is the first post I have seen in days that had anything to do with Ducati motorcycles. I thought I had wandered into some sort of chatty blog about who knows what! :P Those are cool vids though. I remember the post about them on the old board but I didn't watch the one about the Futa Pass/1098 & Sports1000 until just now. Wow, what a road! [thumbsup] Gee, just like the ones around Dallas... right. [roll]
Bartender!!!! I'l have what he's having [laugh]
Make mine a double! [drink] [drink]
someone call a cab [laugh]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 13, 2008, 02:52:12 PM
god I want to vaguely live in Italy for a while.
[laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 13, 2008, 02:17:22 PM
Hey WTF did I say anything about taking cuts in line? No I didn't if he can't fix your bike by the end of next week then theres no hope, you'll just have to give it to me. And I'll take care of it after I get back from the HC ride. [laugh] Also when you are at the house waiting for cory... NO soup RUM FOR YOU!! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
wtf, i LOVE soup... what kind are we talking, chicken tortilla? if so, screw the rum i want the soup.
i talked to Randy today, and, though i think i may have been a little frustratingly vague as far as what i wanted him to do (just make it run good and be dependable!!), he's on the job! [thumbsup] i think as long as i can be confident that it's not overheating (it approaches 300 degrees F. with the bodywork all on) to a danger-point and she starts up without too much hesitation, i'm good to go! otherwise it runs great, shifts great....no complaints. i just feel better having Randy give it a look-over.
Good plan, being new and all. Randy can check the important stuff.
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 13, 2008, 02:52:12 PM
...god I want to vaguely live in Italy for a while...
I did for a couple of months! ...From what I remember -I highly recommend it!!!
Quote from: McKraut on May 13, 2008, 08:05:49 PM
wtf, i LOVE soup... what kind are we talking, chicken tortilla? if so, screw the rum i want the soup.
i talked to Randy today, and, though i think i may have been a little frustratingly vague as far as what i wanted him to do (just make it run good and be dependable!!), he's on the job! [thumbsup] i think as long as i can be confident that it's not overheating (it approaches 300 degrees F. with the bodywork all on) to a danger-point and she starts up without too much hesitation, i'm good to go! otherwise it runs great, shifts great....no complaints. i just feel better having Randy give it a look-over.
WTF, do you mean no RUM, if I can't have RUM then you can't drink. Only chicken tortilla soup. So make up your mind already. Soup (no drinky) or rum (you drinky)!!
Quote from: McKraut on May 13, 2008, 08:05:49 PM
wtf, i LOVE soup... what kind are we talking, chicken tortilla? if so, screw the rum i want the soup.
i talked to Randy today, and, though i think i may have been a little frustratingly vague as far as what i wanted him to do (just make it run good and be dependable!!), he's on the job! [thumbsup] i think as long as i can be confident that it's not overheating (it approaches 300 degrees F. with the bodywork all on) to a danger-point and she starts up without too much hesitation, i'm good to go! otherwise it runs great, shifts great....no complaints. i just feel better having Randy give it a look-over.
Good move to have him take a look see at the bike! [thumbsup] He will give you a real good estimate/report of how she's doing. Randy is a perfectionist and I mean that in a good way (not OCD weird!) and he'll look into stuff you wouldn't even think about. Great guy and knows his stuff! [thumbsup] Love hanging around talking old school 70-80s motocross and Superbikes with him. Hell, every time I go by to drop or pick up a bike I end up leaving an hour later... nice talking to someone about right hand shift, four speed, dual down pipe CZ MX bikes or Wirges expansion chambers on '72 Kawi H2 triples... ah, never mind! [roll]
Quote from: dallas2r on May 13, 2008, 08:02:10 PM
[laugh] [laugh]
see what I did there? I did that for you!
Quote from: RichD on May 13, 2008, 08:13:03 PM
I did for a couple of months! ...From what I remember -I highly recommend it!!!
so is that vaguely or shortly?
Finally got a hold of todd (greenohawk69) and gave him the website. Hopefully he will join us! [thumbsup]
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 14, 2008, 01:31:49 PM
Finally got a hold of todd (greenohawk69) and gave him the website. Hopefully he will join us! [thumbsup]
wow thats great, I havent heard/seen from him since the munster/sanger ride... he needs to post -whore- alot more... or pull McCain's coming to group meet's...
Time to go look at that SS
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 03:09:32 PM
Time to go look at that SS
have my fingers crossed for ya, man... [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on May 13, 2008, 03:04:08 PM
James, that's so TOB
Leo posted those vids on TOB awhile back. They are pretty neat though
and I did get to ride the Futa pass when I was in Italy....... but in an Audi :'(
Quote from: gt1000man on May 14, 2008, 03:18:32 PM
and I did get to ride the Futa pass when I was in Italy....... but in an Audi :'(
were you weighting the pedals on the corners?
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 03:09:32 PM
Time to go look at that SS
I have my fingers crossed too!!!
There is something about a 2-valve V-twin (okay, roll it on its side and call it an "L" if you want, but...) with CARBURATORS that just is "The right thing to do".
I LOVE the old '91-'98 SS's... they were a high water mark in the Duc lineup.
If I had to get rid of all my bikes and keep JUST ONE... my '97 900SS/CR/hotrod would be IT.
Best of luck to Ya'!!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: McKraut on May 14, 2008, 03:28:55 PM
were you weighting the pedals on the corners?
[laugh] Nice!
Quote from: n2f on May 14, 2008, 03:34:45 PM
[laugh] Nice!
as a disclaimer: not something i personally have much experience with... :-\ i blame Dallas!
Quote from: McKraut on May 14, 2008, 03:37:30 PM
as a disclaimer: not something i personally have much experience with... :-\ i blame Dallas!
TRACK DAY, FOOL :o
n2f got avatar!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 14, 2008, 03:39:29 PM
TRACK DAY, FOOL :o
i KNOW this, man... i have my top mechanic checking out my
daily driver track machine to get her all ready right now! and a new pirelli sitting in my loft...
Quote from: McKraut on May 14, 2008, 03:42:08 PM
i KNOW this, man... i have my top mechanic checking out my daily driver track machine to get her all ready right now! and a new pirelli sitting in my loft...
no excuses, you come regardless.... arrrrgh!
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 14, 2008, 01:31:49 PM
Finally got a hold of todd (greenohawk69) and gave him the website. Hopefully he will join us! [thumbsup]
looks like that time is now...
23164 Posts in 1890 Topics by 1427 Members Latest Member: greenohawk69
Quote from: McKraut on May 14, 2008, 04:08:36 PM
looks like that time is now...
23164 Posts in 1890 Topics by 1427 Members Latest Member: greenohawk69
kewl [thumbsup]
Great!! Glad to see my email was successfull!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 14, 2008, 01:25:07 PM
...so is that vaguely or shortly?...
It was not short. It
was vague ...from the stories I (still!) hear.
I have very few pictures...and fewer memories... but, I have a feeling I would want to go back there first (on a list of Euro countries)
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 14, 2008, 04:19:28 PM
Great!! Glad to see my email was successfull!! [thumbsup]
he needs to start wearing a helmet, though...i hate to sound like a mom...but....
a little birdy saw him flying down I35 in sunglasses and a tshirt... :o
Quote from: RichD on May 14, 2008, 04:24:00 PM
I have very few pictures...and fewer memories... but, I have a feeling I would want to go back there first (on a list of Euro countries)
I would like to see pictures, if you have some, I bet it was b-e-a-utifulll
That SS is not is the best of shape the plastics are pretty dinged up and there are a few areas of rust on the frame on the left side. The clutch has been replaced and the carbs rebuilt as well. More info after sushi
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 05:10:39 PM
That SS is not is the best of shape the plastics are pretty dinged up and there are a few areas of rust on the frame on the left side. The clutch has been replaced and the carbs rebuilt as well. More info after sushi
stock clutch?
you could always do sharkskins! [thumbsup] or maybe sand/repaint the plastics.... and tapeworks sells the stickersets. you could do a black/gold edition SS...! that would be freaking badass...
Quote from: n2f on May 14, 2008, 03:34:45 PM
[laugh] Nice!
hanging off a la l'smart [laugh]
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 05:10:39 PM
That SS is not is the best of shape the plastics are pretty dinged up and there are a few areas of rust on the frame on the left side. The clutch has been replaced and the carbs rebuilt as well. More info after sushi
Bryant, was the price right? ???
Man it didn't take long for the DFB stuff to start again.
The price is pretty close, but the work and money I'll have to put into it is kind of sketchy. It'll need a valve adjustment right off the bat, probably a new chain/sprockets, clutch side switches, and slave cylinder. The forks/shock are in decent shape, but are probably due for a rebuild. The plastics look ok from afar but up close look so-so. I told the owner I'd mull it over a day or two.
Quote from: McKraut on May 14, 2008, 05:21:04 PM
stock clutch?
you could always do sharkskins! [thumbsup] or maybe sand/repaint the plastics.... and tapeworks sells the stickersets. you could do a black/gold edition SS...! that would be freaking badass...
The clutch pack is new. It has less that 600 miles on it. I'm going to see how much aftermarket skins would cost. And btw the tire on it is a 180 instead of the 170. The stock brembo wheels leave you wanting the marchenisis. It does have the FBF pipes on it and it sound good. There also some odd discoloration in the motor fins
So, not great but not horrible. Sounds like you're taking your time.
Keep us posted!
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 06:56:19 PM
The price is pretty close, but the work and money I'll have to put into it is kind of sketchy. It'll need a valve adjustment right off the bat, probably a new chain/sprockets, clutch side switches, and slave cylinder. The forks/shock are in decent shape, but are probably due for a rebuild. The plastics look ok from afar but up close look so-so. I told the owner I'd mull it over a day or two.
well, you know i'm always up for helping with any wrench-turning man...i have both stands and even some tools! and i may actually be changing out my sprockets and/or chain soon....it's got a 42 in the rear (i think it's new) and stock is 37...i might go back to something a little closer to stock. and i think that black repaint is a sweet option...not sure how much the paint/clearcoat would cost...the entire decal set from tapeworks is $160.
whatever you get man i'm always up for turning wrenches. [thumbsup]
The black and gold SS would look badass. Especially if I went the Öhlins route down the road. For the price I think its a decent buy, but it'll take some work to get her back to her former glory
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 07:39:44 PM
The black and gold SS would look badass. Especially if I went the Öhlins route down the road. For the price I think its a decent buy, but it'll take some work to get her back to her former glory
well you have another bike and a cage....and a garage! hell i'll even bring some guinness over for some wrenching.
Rich, I want to compare it to your SS. Yours is in better overall shape so I'm using that as a baseline on the order of repairs/restores. Road worthiness is my top priority then the asthetics will be saved for the winter.
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 07:53:39 PM
Rich, I want to compare it to your SS. Yours is in better overall shape so I'm using that as a baseline on the order of repairs/restores. Road worthiness is my top priority then the asthetics will be saved for the winter.
i'm all about road worthiness also since mine will be a daily driver, believe me... cosmetic-wise all the body work had almost zero flaws....extremely good shape. i'm wanting to pull the clutch probably after HC trip and see how it looks...maybe replace it with something aftermarket and lighter. besides the overheating (which may just be me being not used to a fully faired bike...except for the high idling :-\ ) it shifts and runs great. i don't know how practical this is man, but you're more than welcome to stop by the warehome and take mine out to see how it stacks up. you'll just have to coordinate with Randy/Scott [thumbsup] they're pretty accommodating guys, though. ;)
Bring Beer [beer] [drink]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 14, 2008, 08:03:41 PM
Bring Beer [beer] [drink]
hell, bring a girl along with you to see how it handles with someone on the back [thumbsup] the passenger pegs are installed!
I'm over at the warehome tomorrow for lunch - can't wait to see Rich's SS [thumbsup]
Too bad for me but all the girls I've met recently aren't too keen on riding pillion. Its probably because of the size of the seat on the 848. The SS may change their mind.
Its odd b/c they say they love the way the bike looks but don't wanna have their ass 4' in the air
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 08:20:48 PM
....but don't wanna have their ass 4' in the air
:-X
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 08:20:48 PM
Its odd b/c they say they love the way the bike looks but don't wanna have their ass 4' in the air
Nothing better than a womens ass in the air!! 8)
Quote from: bryant8 on May 14, 2008, 08:20:48 PM
Too bad for me but all the girls I've met recently aren't too keen on riding pillion. Its probably because of the size of the seat on the 848. The SS may change their mind.
Its odd b/c they say they love the way the bike looks but don't wanna have their ass 4' in the air
uhhh...i'm not sure where to begin. i see george has already taken the liberty of picking apart that quote...
the girl i was hanging out with this weekend actually said she went for a ride on a white 848 a couple/few days back...how many of those could there be (eerie if you were the one giving her rides, huh)? and she keeps asking for a ride on one of my bikes....honestly i'm not big on doing the ride thing, though.
That's the problem with the girls... Too self conscience about their bodies even though you could bounce a quarter off their ass
hmm, i like the direction this thread veered off to
damn I gotta stop going to bed at 2am playing rock band, killing my working hours...
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 15, 2008, 10:03:11 AM
damn I gotta stop going to bed at 2am playing rock band, killing my working hours...
i thought you were just going to school? where do you work at?
Quote from: McKraut on May 15, 2008, 10:46:56 AM
i thought you were just going to school? where do you work at?
School ended last week and summer school starts next week I believe...
I work at BT INS (British Telecom - International Network Services), in las colinas... im a computer monkey for the big man.
Well its time to play the wait game. Rearsets at powder coater! won't be done until next week, tank won't be done until monday then to the striper then back to painter. So until then CHRIS can I please ride your bike! ;D maybe they will have a 696 I can terrorize tomorrow [thumbsup]
Also check this out I received a second yellow EK chain today. FOR FREE!! [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup] they screwed up. That will be a definite positive feedback on that ebay purchase. 2 520 yellow ek chains for under 100 bucks!!!!
I thought u were a male stripper ???
Why does Steph need me to come over and entertain her?? [laugh]
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 15, 2008, 01:19:14 PM
Why does Steph need me to come over and entertain her?? [laugh]
I thought it was the money?
I do it because I love it! James when you grow up you will learn that its not always about the money!
;D [evil] ;D [evil]
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 15, 2008, 01:19:14 PM
Why does Steph need me to come over and entertain her?? [laugh]
you're entertaining enough with your clothes on, man
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 15, 2008, 01:24:36 PM
I do it because I love it! James when you grow up you will learn that its not always about the money!
thats funny? I love Ducati but its not giving more of them...
I guess I dont need my schedule masters for money anyways...
paper or plastic?
You got a second chain? Nice, I can't wait to see the LYD put all back together again
Yes a freebie!!! And I can't wait for it to be done either. It looks it will be a the warehome on friday or Sat (fingers crossed)
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 15, 2008, 01:16:13 PM
Well its time to play the wait game. Rearsets at powder coater!!
NorDog & I stopped at the Powder Coater's after lunch! Nice little place... Soooo many options [thumbsup]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 15, 2008, 03:02:13 PM
NorDog & I stopped at the Powder Coater's after lunch! Nice little place... Soooo many options [thumbsup]
Yes it is! Can't wait to get everything back.
Guess I will just have to drink while I'm waiting [drink] [beer]
Quote from: gt1000man on May 14, 2008, 06:15:28 PM
hanging off a la l'smart [laugh]
LEO!!! How you doing ? How was Italy and your Bologna pilgrimage. I hope you got in and enjoyed.
cdc
James if you would stop being a post whore and go outside and ride your bike more offten, you could make a DFW event once in a while. :o
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 15, 2008, 03:05:15 PM
Yes it is! Can't wait to get everything back.
Guess I will just have to drink while I'm waiting [drink] [beer]
i think i'll have to wait 'till after the HC trip for my trip there....but who knows what i'll end up with...
Hey Rich, when I was over at the Warehome today I saw your new bike. :o Very nice. Can't wait to hear how it sounds.
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 15, 2008, 04:30:57 PM
James if you would stop being a post whore and go outside and ride your bike more offten, you could make a DFW event once in a while. :o
oh if it was that easy...
Quote from: n2f on May 15, 2008, 06:32:35 PM
Hey Rich, when I was over at the Warehome today I saw your new bike.
She licked it, too [evil]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 15, 2008, 07:40:37 PM
She licked it, too [evil]
.....awesome. my bike is totally worth like $1k more now! [thumbsup]
O.K. GREAT, ya' big blabber mouth Scott - now everyone knows. Thanks! Just thanks for that, man.
Quote from: n2f on May 15, 2008, 06:32:35 PM
Hey Rich, when I was over at the Warehome today I saw your new bike. :o Very nice. Can't wait to hear how it sounds.
I'll let you know after I ride it today...
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 16, 2008, 05:21:40 AM
I'll let you know after I ride it today...
someone has to...it needs to get hot so Randy can see if it's doing the high-idle thing...
enjoy the ride...let me know what you think.
and it looks a lot better with the plastics on, btw... i think i've put like ten coats of wax on them the last few days, since i have nothing else to clean in my apartment (well, besides the apartment itself, but come on, that's not fun).
It may be harder for Randy to duplicate your probs since the fairings are not on, & it's an air-cooled engine... :P
OH scott you could take that out for a ride and heat it up. [thumbsup]
Plus who did the painting on the 1098 skinz. WOW :o :o :o And your going to trackday those. What a waste. Someone put a ton of effort into those!! They look great and they are soooooooo YOU!!!
Quote from: n2f on May 16, 2008, 03:22:23 AM
O.K. GREAT, ya' big blabber mouth Scott - now everyone knows. Thanks! Just thanks for that, man.
I licked the other side. :-[
Sorry, I couldn't help myself. She started it!
cdc
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 16, 2008, 09:00:13 AM
OH scott you could take that out for a ride and heat it up. [thumbsup]
Plus who did the painting on the 1098 skinz. WOW :o :o :o And your going to trackday those. What a waste. Someone put a ton of effort into those!! They look great and they are soooooooo YOU!!!
Scott we need pics of the new skins. I'm thinking about getting new skins for a bike and would like to see a sample
Quote from: littleyellowduc on May 16, 2008, 09:00:13 AM
Plus who did the painting on the 1098 skinz. WOW :o :o :o And your going to trackday those. What a waste. Someone put a ton of effort into those!! They look great and they are soooooooo YOU!!!
Thanks! Waiting on some Dzus fasteners so we can do the final fittings...
Quote from: bryant8 on May 16, 2008, 09:08:32 AM
Scott we need pics of the new skins. I'm thinking about getting new skins for a bike and would like to see a sample
Will do... Do you know a good photographer?
I'll post plenty of photos & some artist info as soon as it's together [thumbsup]
Quote from: n2f on May 16, 2008, 03:22:23 AM
O.K. GREAT, ya' big blabber mouth Scott - now everyone knows. Thanks! Just thanks for that, man.
I dont?!?
Hoooooooly cow....the California Supreme Court has legalized same-sex marriages.
Wow. Just....wow.
Quote from: USMC18996 on May 16, 2008, 09:23:53 AM
Hoooooooly cow....the California Supreme Court has legalized same-sex marriages.
Wow. Just....wow.
Don't try to conceal your excitement!!! [laugh]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 16, 2008, 09:24:50 AM
Don't try to conceal your excitement!!! [laugh]
NO, PLEASE DO!!!
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 16, 2008, 09:24:50 AM
Don't try to conceal your excitement!!! [laugh]
Come on now, Scott...just because I turned you down and told you you weren't pretty enough to pass for a girl doesn't mean that you have to go hatin on a guy...
But, Sweetie, you promised... [evil] [laugh]
I know pookie, but it just won't work out. I'm to free spirited, you're too old, and besides I refuse to do that thing that you told me you like. [puke]
come on monday!
There's an '07 Monster 695 dark for sale locally, under 5k miles, $6....
A guy named Steven (?). Wants to go to an 848.
I think I know which 695 thats for sale. I've talked to him before, he seems to go back and forth on moving up to the 848. He just put the Termi kit on it.
I think I met that guy one time when I stopped in at AMS-D just for shits and giggles. Nice guy. I think for a while he was back and forth on putting the termi kit on the monster. haha
Very clean Monster, completely stock except for the Termi's...
I was really disapointed with the 900SS. I finally rode it today, it was sputtering on the throttle and kept wanting to die at idle. The suspension was just about shot, even my weight made the bike sag more than it should have. Its unfortunate that its been neglected as much as it has been. I liked the seating position and the brakes, but the motor troubles plus the plastics being in sub-par condition makes me have to pass on this one. It would be a good project bike. But certainly not for 3k
Bryant, it its not right for the money then pass!! Everything happens for a reason! A better deal will come along!! [thumbsup]
Yep, I passed on it. Just a report on that specific bike. [thumbsup]
Yeah, I know this guy with one of the most awesome 916SPSs in the country, right here in Dallas. Dripping with carbon fiber everything (serioulsy!), 2500+ kilometers... the perfect daily commuter!! [laugh] It could be the dream bike you are looking for! ;)
hey hey hey the tank is done!!! I go pick it up today, and now to the striper (not stripper), for a day or so then back for clearcoat. Talked to the powder coater and he said by the end of the week. hopefully to work on it this weekend. Need to call Randy!!
Good to hear it's almost ready for the transformation into the LYD
I was in MotoLiberty today and bought some new summer gloves. Peter rang up the ticket and gave me a 10% "Ducati Club" discount. He just wrote it on the ticket - didn't say anything - and I didn't notice it until I got home and was looking at the receipt.
Very cool [thumbsup]
Nice score on the gloves. I want to get a few more pieces of street gear, but I'm saving up for a tracksuit.
Quote from: n2f on May 20, 2008, 02:56:07 PM
I was in MotoLiberty today and bought some new summer gloves. Peter rang up the ticket and gave me a 10% "Ducati Club" discount. He just wrote it on the ticket - didn't say anything - and I didn't notice it until I got home and was looking at the receipt.
Very cool [thumbsup]
Guess I missed out on the discount. Picked up a couple of Arai dark visors today at Moto Liberty and those are not cheap. Could have used 10% off.
ok, Bryant, track the Unicorn and pick this up for the pub route:
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?topic=2035.0
patrick!!!!
Quote from: svoloch on May 21, 2008, 10:25:29 AM
ok, Bryant, track the Unicorn and pick this up for the pub route:
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?topic=2035.0
:o ...Words are failing me...
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And AAdvantage® Bonus Mile Offer
New Service To Moscow
Dear Rich,
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so, this is an email i just got letting me know about GREAT deals to RUSSIA!!!! sweet...i was just about to plan a trip to Kazakhstan, but now with this sweet deal to RUSSIA, i couldn't possibly pass that up. who's with me?
oh and don't forget now we have to pay an additional $15 just to check the first bag. SWEET! and this in the midst of AA slashing routes and jobs...but i take a lot of comfort in knowing that i can get a deal on a freaking ticket to RUSSIA! [thumbsup]
Hmmm, I wonder which of our "Hero Members" will hit 600 posts first? ;D
(hint--goes thorugh knee pucks like potato chips...) ;)
Well the tank is at the striper!! I begged them to have it done tomorrow, we'll see, they said they will call me. Will call the powder coater in the morning, maybe Mindy and I will make a trip east! If we do I will call you Scott!!
POWDER COAT IS DONE!! TIm was over there picking up his parts and got mine also. Will go get them when he gets home. Hopefully will have the rearsets back on tonight!!
Wow, I think summer is just about arrived.
My inner thighs are nicely cooked after a ride this afternoon. It's almost time for a cold beer and pool time.
Bryant are you coming on sunday??
Damn, it's humid... Feels like Houston!
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on May 23, 2008, 02:47:40 PM
Bryant are you coming on sunday??
Not so sure, I got a busy weekend before the trip. I'm trying to compress a full week's worth of things to do in 3.5 days. Yes I'm working on Monday... self inflicted though [bang]
Whee, it's just about time to leave work!
TGIF [thumbsup]
We're headed to Matt's in Lakewood for Margaritas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 23, 2008, 03:20:50 PM
TGIF [thumbsup]
We're headed to Matt's in Lakewood for Margaritas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Piano recital :P and then BEER [drink] [drink] [drink] [thumbsup]
I suspect we are going to the sushi place in desoto. I hope to drink all their black Asahi. Turns out Tom Tom also carries that flavor.
What sushi place in desoto? The one place that I know that has asahi black is in duncanville.
Quote from: bryant8 on May 23, 2008, 06:26:03 PM
What sushi place in desoto? The one place that I know that has asahi black is in duncanville.
Well then, I must be in Duncanville! I thought south of 20 was Desoto. Thanks for the hot tip. The waiter didn't know about the special stash. [thumbsup]
Haha I've known the owners of Toshio's for over 20 years. Hell it was my first job. Btw I'm the reason they started stocked Asahi black. It was a misorder and I told them to keep some in stock for me.
Quote from: bryant8 on May 23, 2008, 07:03:00 PM
Haha I've known the owners of Toshio's for over 20 years. Hell it was my first job. Btw I'm the reason they started stocked Asahi black. It was a misorder and I told them to keep some in stock for me.
Ummm, & we haven't been invited... WHY?
Let's do it
Steph & I like sushi... & we're also fond of you, ronr & the "other" stephanie... It's a date!
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 23, 2008, 02:58:40 PM
Damn, it's humid... Feels like Houston!
[laugh] not quite my friend...
Quote from: hiero on May 23, 2008, 07:36:06 PM
[laugh] not quite my friend...
You're right, of course... NOTHING"S as bad as HOUSTON!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: bryant8 on May 23, 2008, 07:03:00 PM
Haha I've known the owners of Toshio's for over 20 years. Hell it was my first job. Btw I'm the reason they started stocked Asahi black. It was a misorder and I told them to keep some in stock for me.
Wow, you know the owners of Toshio's! How cool is that? I have eaten there since 1995 when friends at the Courthouse took me there for the first time. It is one of our favorite places to eat! We drove over there last week to have lunch. It's a once or twice a month lunch date for Jen and I. I don't do sushi but everything I have had there is killer! I have lots of Courthouse sushi friends that love Toshio's. [thumbsup] Every time we go we always say that a Dallas version would do really well... wish it was closer! Please, check it out. It's great and more than worth the drive!
Rogue Dead Guy ftw. (hic)
Granted I went to see the german lady across the street earlier and she feed me whiskey while we yapped about the weather and whatnot.
But the bomber of Dead Guy I just polished off has definitely returend the favor. Hasta manana...
"I apologies for calling your wife a bloated warthog... and i bid you good day...." (hic)
yay i kicked her out tonight!!! good night's sleep for me, and early start on the bike prep tomorrow! [thumbsup]
Quote from: McKraut on May 23, 2008, 10:49:38 PM
yay i kicked her out tonight!!! good night's sleep for me, and early start on the bike prep tomorrow! [thumbsup]
you know, we're not loading up until Wednesday... :P
Quote from: fastwin on May 23, 2008, 08:46:39 PM
Wow, you know the owners of Toshio's! How cool is that? I have eaten there since 1995 when friends at the Courthouse took me there for the first time. It is one of our favorite places to eat! We drove over there last week to have lunch. It's a once or twice a month lunch date for Jen and I. I don't do sushi but everything I have had there is killer! I have lots of Courthouse sushi friends that love Toshio's. [thumbsup] Every time we go we always say that a Dallas version would do really well... wish it was closer! Please, check it out. It's great and more than worth the drive!
Sounds like the makings of a Ducatisti evening [thumbsup]
http://www.toshios.com/
Date and time? ;D
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 23, 2008, 07:37:18 PM
You're right, of course... NOTHING"S as bad as HOUSTON!!!!!!!!!
...Never been to Georgia?
It's worse. I promise. :P
Quote from: RichD on May 24, 2008, 05:57:31 PM
...Never been to Georgia?
It's worse. I promise. :P
I went to Atlanta to pick up my Monster. :o
Thanks to everyone who wished me luck in my races this weekend. [thumbsup]
Saturday was murder. [puke] The heat was oppressive and toward the end of the 45 minute race I started getting chills, which I understand is NOT a good thing. I was hanging on for dear life just trying to stay in the lead group and I ended up 12th out of about 30.
Sundays experience was much better and I was ready to handle the heat. I was able to keep my heart rate at a manageable level which made for better judgment all around. My motorcycle handling skills are really helping me on cornering to where I can attack when others are slowing down. My skinny legs don't compete well in pack sprint finishes so I decided to try for a breakaway finish. With 3 laps to go (1 mile course) I found myself with some added momentum on a corner, so I flew off the front and broke away from the pack.
Imagine this scenario. You've just pissed off an angry swarm of wasps and you're running for your life as fast as you possibly can. 3 laps to go until your safe.
- 3 laps to go - The swarm is a good distance off. Heart rate is high from the initial sprint to run away. Gotta keep up the speed, but gotta get my heart rate down. No one to draft off of. Can't wait for the tail wind.
- 2 laps to go - The swarm is still far off. This just might work! Or are they toying with me knowing they can reel me back in? The "hive mind" is unpredictable. Is there in-fighting among them to decide who should work to chase me or are they organizing into a single leviathan to chase me down. I'm only going 19mph into the headwind. Am I slowing down? just trying to keep my cool.
- last lap - Oh god, here they come. They're getting closer. The onslaught is inevitable. Only a half lap left and I'm about spent. The momentum of 30 riders is like a freight train bearing down on me. Ok, time to switch tactics. Rest and recover as soon as possible so I can sprint for the finish when they catch me. 500 meters to go and they're on me. I have to switch into overdrive to catch a wheel as guys start to pass me. By the time I've matched the pace I've drifted back to about 10th. 200 meters to go. Time to put the hammer down. Out of the saddle. Legs screaming in pain, hear rate through the roof - I am NOT backing down. Others are toast so I gain a few more places as I cross the finish line in 9th place.
So yeah, that's sort of what it feels like. I really thought I had a chance to keep away from the pack and I almost did. After working on my own for 2.5 laps I feel good about having enough left to place in the top 10.
I'll get points for these races towards a competition called the Texas Cup which is ongoing throughout the season. I'm currently in 7th place, but it's a close race and I could conceivably jump to 3rd after this weekend. We'll see.
Thanks again for the support! [thumbsup]
Dude, that is AWESOME [thumbsup] Skinny Legs and All... [laugh]
Now let's see how those skillz translate to the Monster!
Great play-by-play. Congrats on the fine results. Nice to see the skinny leggers kick some ass
ugh, who wants to buy a new truck?
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 27, 2008, 09:22:42 AM
ugh, who wants to buy a new truck?
Ummm, what? Are you selling a truck?
Good job William!! [thumbsup] I heard all about your legs on Sunday. Glad they held up well. ;D
Yes we do. Will why don't you come over after the hill country ride for a swim in the pool!! ;D
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 27, 2008, 09:25:57 AM
Ummm, what? Are you selling a truck?
ya my nissan frontier... I'll need to if im going to be able to manage to keep the duc's.
how are you going to move your bikes around? you're not thinking of actually riding them somewhere, are you?
zing! [roll]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 27, 2008, 09:22:42 AM
ugh, who wants to buy a new truck?
How much are you looking for it? My cousin is looking for a truck
James, sorry about the potential truck sale. How will you get your bike to the races and track days?
Okay the striper just called and the tank is done!!!!! I will pick it up tomorrow morning and drop it off again at the painter!! I just may have it back tomorrow night, if not Thursday for sure!!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on May 27, 2008, 01:45:37 PM
James, sorry about the potential truck sale. How will you get your bike to the races and track days?
I've got a 2 bike trailer if we do the same track day...
Quote from: svoloch on May 27, 2008, 12:20:10 PM
how are you going to move your bikes around? you're not thinking of actually riding them somewhere, are you?
god no!
::cough cough:: I got you! ahem, and a few other friends ::cough cough::
Quote from: bryant8 on May 27, 2008, 01:41:26 PM
How much are you looking for it? My cousin is looking for a truck
Is he looking for new or used?
Mine is on the chopping block as well now. :(
Just needs new tires.
Quote from: bryant8 on May 27, 2008, 01:41:26 PM
How much are you looking for it? My cousin is looking for a truck
07 Nissan Frontier SE
Here's my craigslist http://dallas.craigslist.org/car/695556327.html
Im honestly making no money off this, I owe like 16,3XX. Pleaseee make him buy it! I'll take hit if not!
has 4500 miles, as you know, I dont drive my vehicles, and hints take good care of them. =)
Quote from: fastwin on May 27, 2008, 01:45:37 PM
James, sorry about the potential truck sale. How will you get your bike to the races and track days?
unfortunately I haven't come to that yet, and hate to say this but I'll be asking around if some spare gas cash in exchange to a bike ride...
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on May 27, 2008, 02:41:35 PM
Okay the striper just called and the tank is done!!!!! I will pick it up tomorrow morning and drop it off again at the painter!! I just may have it back tomorrow night, if not Thursday for sure!!! [thumbsup]
looking forward to seeing it on the hill country trip, you're coming right?
seriously, someone buy my truck. =(
wait wait wait, who does I remind you of... Daily double!
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 28, 2008, 08:26:14 AM
seriously, someone buy my truck. =(
wait wait wait, who does I remind you of... Daily double!
...if everyone on the DMF would just pitch in $5.00. [laugh]
Quote from: hiero on May 27, 2008, 08:57:48 PM
looking forward to seeing it on the hill country trip, you're coming right?
David, sorry I had to pull out due to work, so I am a no go. As soon as its done I will make a new topic with pics.
Talked to the painter this morning when I dropped it off he said it would probally be done tomorrow. (IT LOOKS AWESOME) So hopefully this weekend I can put it back together and take it to the warehome for some work while everyone is gone. Randy should be free.
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on May 28, 2008, 09:10:40 AM
David, sorry I had to pull out due to work, so I am a no go. As soon as its done I will make a new topic with pics.
Talked to the painter this morning when I dropped it off he said it would probally be done tomorrow. (IT LOOKS AWESOME) So hopefully this weekend I can put it back together and take it to the warehome for some work while everyone is gone. Randy should be free.
I can't wait to see the finished product. Please make sure and post the painter's name and phone number in your new thread [thumbsup]
Quote from: n2f on May 28, 2008, 09:23:35 AM
I can't wait to see the finished product. Please make sure and post the painter's name and phone number in your new thread [thumbsup]
No problem!! I'll post the painter, striper, and powder coater!!
Centerline posted on the old board yesterday with pics. I PM'd him with my email and asked him to email me about a ride. This way I can give him the new website. Does anyone else know how to get ahold of him?
Quote from: bryant8 on May 27, 2008, 01:41:26 PM
How much are you looking for it? My cousin is looking for a truck
any luck w/ your cus? :'(
Since I'm not going to be around to babysit,
please try to keep Randy busy while I'm gone [thumbsup] [laugh]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 28, 2008, 12:07:36 PM
Since I'm not going to be around to babysit,
please try to keep Randy busy while I'm gone [thumbsup] [laugh]
Hopefully I can help you out on Sat/Sun! ;D
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 28, 2008, 12:07:36 PM
Since I'm not going to be around to babysit,
please try to keep Randy busy while I'm gone [thumbsup] [laugh]
I'm bringing the 620 over at 9am tomorrow to have the Rizoma/stock triple situation swapped out. Woo-hoo!!!!
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 28, 2008, 10:57:51 AM
any luck w/ your cus? :'(
Sorry no dice, he's looking for a beater... in other words a truck that's been around
Oh yeah, the new white 848 seat cover looks badass! [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on May 28, 2008, 09:39:31 PM
Oh yeah, the new white 848 seat cover looks badass! [thumbsup]
does it have the flip-up cover also? that's pretty sweet....
(http://www.toiletseat.biz/images/photos/white_seat.jpg)
Quote from: McKraut on May 29, 2008, 06:28:54 AM
does it have the flip-up cover also? that's pretty sweet....
(http://www.toiletseat.biz/images/photos/white_seat.jpg)
SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEETT!!!!! [laugh] [laugh]
damn economy and not wanting to buy trucks right now!
All that seat cover needs is a Ducati Corsa sticker! [thumbsup]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 29, 2008, 08:26:13 AM
damn economy and not wanting to buy trucks right now!
Your telling me!! You only want to sell 1 truck!!!
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on May 29, 2008, 03:47:48 PM
Your telling me!! You only want to sell 1 truck!!!
so true.
Alan, I need to get that Hybrid Tahoe now. Set aside the best one on the lot for me and don't test drive it unless I'm there. Make it Victory Red and tell them not to put that 'effen antenna on the left side of the roof. It should be in the center where all good antennas should be.
cdc
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1030227.jpg)
New bars, risers and Dart flyscreen installed... Mmmmm, much more comfy [thumbsup]
Hats off to Randy McCarter!
Lisa your bike is so stinkin TRICK!!!
Dangit...
Yo quiero dinero....mas mas mas mas dinero....ahora! Por favor!
But seriously Lisa, that's awesome....looks freakin spiff-tastic.
Lisa the bike looks great, can't wait to see it!!
I picked up the tank and the rest of the stuff from the painter today, finally done!!! And now the process of rebuilding it starts!! Damn it looks great.. I will post some pics as soon as it is whole again!!
Quote from: USMC18996 on May 29, 2008, 05:29:48 PM
Lisa your bike is so stinkin TRICK!!!
Dangit...
Yo quiero dinero....mas mas mas mas dinero....ahora! Por favor!
But seriously Lisa, that's awesome....looks freakin spiff-tastic.
whats the money for? for a ring or for another bike to resell in a few weeks?
(http://forums.offtopic.com/images/smilies/kekekegay.gif)
Quote from: n2f on May 29, 2008, 05:21:46 PM
New bars, risers and Dart flyscreen installed... Mmmmm, much more comfy [thumbsup]
Hats off to Randy McCarter!
What happened to the zero gravity ST screen. I am thinking of getting one and was going to ask you more about it.
cdc
Hey anybody seen this website:
http://suicidegirls.com/members/svoloch/
I didn't know patrick was a suicide girl! [laugh] [laugh]
http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=177486515
Nice my space!!
Glad their gone now we can talk all the shit we want!!
Quote from: JamesMcCain on May 29, 2008, 07:03:26 PM
whats the money for? for a ring or for another bike to resell in a few weeks?
(http://forums.offtopic.com/images/smilies/kekekegay.gif)
That smiley is sweet teardrop GAY James...literally! ----------> http://forums.offtopic.com/images/smilies/kekekegay.gif
Actually no, if I had a choice the money would be to A) pay off the ring and B) keep my bike and make it even BETTER.
hmmmm, lisa and alan, your bikes would sure look MUCH better hanging out with all of us in Austin!
Hiero, I would have to agree with you, but I didn't put it back together last night. Will start on it tonight!! You guys have fun and be safe!!!!
Quote from: hiero on May 30, 2008, 02:18:50 AM
hmmmm, lisa and alan, your bikes would sure look MUCH better hanging out with all of us in Austin!
Oh man, that hurts [bang] [laugh] I hope y'all have an awesome time [thumbsup]
And thanks for the kind words on my bike, guys... Alan B. says I've turned it into a Bonneville! WTH? It'll butt-stomp any Bonnie I've ever seen [evil]
Charles, I've still got the factory front fairing and Zero Gravity windscreen. I'll use it I think on long trips or when it's cold. I've built up quite a box of alternate parts for this bike... it's a convertible [laugh]
Quote from: n2f on May 30, 2008, 05:30:21 AM
Charles, I've still got the factory front fairing and Zero Gravity windscreen. I'll use it I think on long trips or when it's cold. I've built up quite a box of alternate parts for this bike... it's a convertible [laugh]
I told Cory that your set up (ST screen) looks like it will function better that what I have and looks better too. So after all the tweaking on the CF fairing, if your fairing/windscreen works better then I'll give up on what I have and get a screen like yours.
cdc
Charles,
I did a lot of cruising around on t he freeway yesterday with the Dart flyscreen, and ended up taking it off - wind blast hit me right at helmet level :-\
Spent an hour at home swapping everything over to the factory cowl/turn signals with Z.G. Touring windscreen - it really is the best solution for highway cruising.
http://www.exoticsportbike.com is where I got mine. It's $80.00 and is a very well-made piece [thumbsup]
Quote from: n2f on May 29, 2008, 05:21:46 PM
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1030227.jpg)
New bars, risers and Dart flyscreen installed... Mmmmm, much more comfy [thumbsup]
Hats off to Randy McCarter!
Mucho Nice!!!
Bring it on down to HC... You could be here before supper ;D
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on May 31, 2008, 07:01:29 AM
Mucho Nice!!!
Bring it on down to HC... You could be here before supper ;D
+1, come on now, lisa's faster than that.... [evil]
Quote from: hiero on May 31, 2008, 08:00:37 AM
+1, come on now, lisa's faster than that.... [evil]
MAN, I so want to be there!!!! But... I'm in Austin visiting with my Mom. Be back Monday.
So... dare I say it....?
2008 Fall Hill Country Ride. How 'bout October? Y'all available? [evil]
Brian check this out.
Another guy hit a turkey.
http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?topic=3691.0
wow, he got off a lot better than brian though... some revenge for you b!
yeah, very lucky... Those wild turkeys are insanely stooopid...
At least there were no turkeys on this trip!! (real ones anyway)
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 03, 2008, 07:41:04 PM
At least there were no turkeys on this trip!! (real ones anyway)
There were turkeys, I saw 3 of them behind a fence
Quote from: bryant8 on June 04, 2008, 09:32:02 AM
There were turkeys, I saw 3 of them behind a fence
I think I saw them too.
We had one or two hens (girl turkeys) cross the road in front of us one time. No drama though.
I just noticed that DLS has passed the 1k mark for posts!!
Damn dude
Quote from: bryant8 on June 04, 2008, 09:49:50 AM
I just noticed that DLS has passed the 1k mark for posts!!
Damn dude
Werd.
The DMF has almost 2000 members [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 04, 2008, 09:51:11 AM
Werd.
The DMF has almost 2000 members [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
POST WHORE!!!
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 04, 2008, 07:47:50 PM
POST WHORE!!!
What does that have to do with almost 2000 members? (1995 right now, BTW)
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 04, 2008, 08:06:10 PM
What does that have to do with almost 2000 members? (1995 right now, BTW)
What, does the truth hurt? Embrace it scott you are a post whore, you and your iphone. I think I only saw 1 maybe 2 pictures of the HC that you were not on that thing. But if it wasn't for you how would the rest of us keep informed. [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 04, 2008, 09:32:02 AM
There were turkeys, I saw 3 of them behind a fence
and there were PLENTY of turkey vultures for sure. we almost popped one in B8's truck...the bastard was racing us or something, and i had a semi-oh shit moment when i was coming up on one, and it started to flap off right as i got close...i was getting an arm ready to beak-puch the make the beast with two backser.
Those ones behind the fence were probably looking for me. That "turkey mafia" knows no state boundries and they are all wrapped up on the vendetta thing. There will be a hit out on me for years to come. Probably will get the buzzards to help them out. Won't catch me at the front of a pack for a long time! [thumbsup]
heading east on this blustery day!!
Quote from: fastwin on June 05, 2008, 06:15:14 AM
Those ones behind the fence were probably looking for me. That "turkey mafia" knows no state boundries and they are all wrapped up on the vendetta thing. There will be a hit out on me for years to come. Probably will get the buzzards to help them out. Won't catch me at the front of a pack for a long time! [thumbsup]
I hear one of them was named Cousin Tony.
cdc
Well after being pushed by Scott and Randy yesterday, I finally bought a clutch cover off ebay yesterday. I really didn't want to but these 2 guys really know who change a guys mind! This is the one I went with. Should be here next week.
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x60/alamin115/Bike%20Pics/clutchcover.jpg)
Scott, Thanks for letting me ride the PS, man that bike is AWESOME!!! but not for me. I lean over way to much. You lean over more than the 1098. But man you can ride it. But thanks again!!!!!
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 06, 2008, 04:53:45 AM
Well after being pushed by Scott and Randy yesterday, I finally bought a clutch cover off ebay yesterday. I really didn't want to but these 2 guys really know who change a guys mind! This is the one I went with. Should be here next week.
Nice--no more ankle grinder...
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 06, 2008, 04:53:45 AM
Well after being pushed by Scott and Randy yesterday, I finally bought a clutch cover off ebay yesterday. I really didn't want to but these 2 guys really know who change a guys mind! This is the one I went with. Should be here next week.
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x60/alamin115/Bike%20Pics/clutchcover.jpg)
Scott, Thanks for letting me ride the PS, man that bike is AWESOME!!! but not for me. I lean over way to much. You lean over more than the 1098. But man you can ride it. But thanks again!!!!!
Enjoyed hangin' with you! Glad you finally came to your senses & bought a cover... That's sharp [thumbsup]
No thank you Scott for hangin with me instead of working. [thumbsup]
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 06, 2008, 07:07:30 AM
No thank you Scott for hangin with me instead of working. [thumbsup]
Scott works? ???
Quote from: McKraut on June 06, 2008, 07:35:14 AM
on his tan...
& he's even slacking at that! [laugh]
Slacking hard, my friends, slacking hard [thumbsup] ;D [evil]
Not everybody has to work as hard as I do on my tan [laugh]
I don't tan I just burn. Look up skin cancer in a dictionary and there is a picture of me. :P
Dude, freckles are where it's at [roll]
does anybody have the GP race from the past weekend on Tivo or something?
I know the results, but i heard it was quite a race. I'd like to watch it
Quote from: bryant8 on June 06, 2008, 09:09:36 AM
does anybody have the GP race from the past weekend on Tivo or something?
I know the results, but i heard it was quite a race. I'd like to watch it
Me too ;D
wow I step away for a few days and look what happens to the board...
is lisa a mod?
Quote from: JamesMcCain on June 06, 2008, 10:30:18 AM
is lisa a mod?
Not really... She's more of a rocker [thumbsup]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 06, 2008, 11:37:46 AM
Not really... She's more of a rocker [thumbsup]
[laugh]
Dammit.
I forgot to zip one of my jacket pockets up and ended up losing my garage/front gate opener in the process of riding home. [bang] [bang] [bang]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 06, 2008, 05:36:57 PM
Dammit.
I forgot to zip one of my jacket pockets up and ended up losing my garage/front gate opener in the process of riding home. [bang] [bang] [bang]
DoH :P
Lost a cell phone like that...
Remember, folks... Zip it!
Zip it good ;D
Almost lost a pair of glass too except for mrproudtowearblacksockswithshortsman spotting it and picking it up for me.
Zip up! ZIp up!
cdc
Sweeeeeeeeeeeet Avatar ;D
(http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=937;type=avatar)
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 09, 2008, 05:07:01 PM
Sweeeeeeeeeeeet Avatar ;D
(http://ducatimonsterworldwide.org/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=937;type=avatar)
wow, she looks so innocent...
Quote from: hiero on June 09, 2008, 06:34:46 PM
wow, she looks so innocent...
Yup... something like that...
Actually thought it was kinda novel; "Look Ma, no helmet-hair!"
Quote from: bryant8 on June 06, 2008, 09:09:36 AM
does anybody have the GP race from the past weekend on Tivo or something?
I know the results, but i heard it was quite a race. I'd like to watch it
Bryant, Speed is replaying June 11th
3:00 AM CST.
TIVO that!
cdc
Just got pulled over--FW's Finest not impressed with my Inspection Sticker location... :P
No ticket--I think he wanted a closer view of fine Italian machinery. ;)
Exactly where is your sticker ???
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 10, 2008, 06:45:12 AM
Exactly where is your sticker ???
I flipped the sticker plate and put it facing the wheel on the backside of the license plate. He began to tell me about all of the "wrong" places to put the sticker--front forks, chain guard, etc....
Jim--didn't you get hassled on your sticker in the HC?
He said that it has to be visible from the rear. Here is the citation from the Texas Transportation Code:
§ 548.255. ATTACHMENT OR PRODUCTION OF INSPECTION
CERTIFICATE. (a) An inspection certificate shall be attached to
or produced for a vehicle in the manner required by department rule.
(b) The department shall:
(1) require that a certificate for a motorcycle be
attached to the rear of the motorcycle near the license plate; and
(2) adopt rules with respect to display of an
inspection certificate for a moped.
Cory put his sticker in the same spot.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on June 10, 2008, 06:57:07 AM
I flipped the sticker plate and put it facing the wheel on the backside of the license plate. He began to tell me about all of the "wrong" places to put the sticker--front forks, chain guard, etc....
He said that it has to be visible from the rear.
I had mine flipped around like yours until I got hassled twice about it from Coppell LEO's. It's now visible albeit ugly as hell.
[moto] [leo] :-\
I thinks that's the only reason I haven't done a tail tidy kit yet on the 848. I love the way the plate looks tucked under & relocated sticker, but I don't want the hassle from the LEO.
The attention to detail by our finest is amazing. One would think we have a low crime rate and all motorists are insured..
I hate that sticker, but everyone has one so, oh well!! 8)
Why are there sooo many bikes to buy and not enough $$$? [laugh] [laugh]
Everyday I see a bike that would love to get... [coffee]
If I even had any extra money I would look, but since I don't, I don't! ;D
Ah, access to my garage again! Now its time to clean it up and start some sort of project.
Bike maintenance this weekend!
Fresh oil, bleed the lines, chain TLC, and get some new tires ready to be scrubbed in. Hopefully, I'll get the suspension set up as well.
Quote from: bryant8 on June 10, 2008, 07:43:03 PM
Bike maintenance this weekend!
Fresh oil, bleed the lines, chain TLC, and get some new tires ready to be scrubbed in. Hopefully, I'll get the suspension set up as well.
Mind if I stop by for some bleeding and clip-on work? I'll bring the
FCO's.
(frosty cold ones)
Sure thing [thumbsup]
I'll PM you my address
Hey nice avatar pix there dallas2r. Somehow those glasses make you look more... sophisticated sexy ? Yeah that's it. Must be the square lenses.
Quote from: n2f on June 11, 2008, 05:00:47 AM
Hey nice avatar pix there dallas2r. Somehow those glasses make you look more... sophisticated sexy ? Yeah that's it. Must be the square lenses.
Looks just like you!! ;D
DISAPPOINTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey people, this is the say ANYTHING thread, & the best you can do is discuss WiWa's sexiness?
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 11, 2008, 06:10:15 AM
DISAPPOINTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hey people, this is the say ANYTHING thread, & the best you can do is discuss WiWa's sexiness?
Well then Scott, please show us (write) how sexy you think he is! [laugh]
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 11, 2008, 06:33:50 AM
Well then Scott, please show us (write) how sexy you think he is! [laugh]
Did you actually read the post???
Sorry, didn't have my glasses on. Okay, got it.
But this is the say anything thread, so why not discuss williams sexiness? ???
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on June 11, 2008, 07:08:32 AM
why not discuss williams sexiness? ???
He's really not my type, but hey, you go for it [thumbsup]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 11, 2008, 07:10:41 AM
He's really not my type, but hey, you go for it [thumbsup]
Thats not you were telling me the other day! [laugh]
Hey Bryant, where's your avatar?
Slacking hard at the "office" today--wish you were here ;):
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3039/2569969249_841d2da345.jpg?v=0)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on June 11, 2008, 08:30:05 AM
Slacking hard at the "office" today--wish you were here ;):
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3039/2569969249_841d2da345.jpg?v=0)
you suck!
You might wanna tone it down a bit tho, too much work can give you a heart attack!
Ha! Now to find the swim-up bar...
Have a great time out there George [thumbsup]
Anybody have experience with Engine Ice? I'm thinking of picking some up, is it that much better than water?
Quote from: bryant8 on June 11, 2008, 11:30:43 AM
Anybody have experience with Engine Ice? I'm thinking of picking some up, is it that much better than water?
"No... .0035% better... 6000% more $$$"
If it was a cast iron Chevy V-8 with poor coolant circulation I would say "maybe try it",
but Ducati did good with your bikes coolant design.
Thank you sir [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 11, 2008, 11:30:43 AM
Anybody have experience with Engine Ice? I'm thinking of picking some up, is it that much better than water?
I'm emptying out the coolant, & switching to Engine Ice. Most tracks require that once you get into the advanced group.
Quote from: n2f on June 11, 2008, 05:00:47 AM
Hey nice avatar pix there dallas2r. Somehow those glasses make you look more... sophisticated sexy ? Yeah that's it. Must be the square lenses.
thanks! it's a new look I'm trying out. so far I'm not getting the results that I'd hoped, but the girls I meet in World of Warcraft aren't very hip to the latest styles. we'll see what happens tonight at my stamp collecting get together. [laugh]
I rode a Suzuki GS500 today, WOW [puke] know I know why I have a Ducati. It would make a great learner bike or a commuter but DAMN that thing was gutless. It was like goin from an Enzo to a Metro.
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 11, 2008, 01:14:04 PM
I'm emptying out the coolant, & switching to Engine Ice. Most tracks require that once you get into the advanced group.
I don't know about engine ice but water wetter is a pretty common replacement for antifreeze at the track. Is that about the same stuff?
Quote from: Ronr on June 11, 2008, 07:33:14 PM
I don't know about engine ice but water wetter is a pretty common replacement for antifreeze at the track. Is that about the same stuff?
Water Wetter & Engine Ice are VERY different products. From my extensive research (on the interweb), Engine Ice seems to be preferred...
Just don't get it wet!
Yes!
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on June 11, 2008, 08:30:05 AM
Slacking hard at the "office" today--wish you were here ;):
be sure and brush
http://www.youtube.com/v/7JTAZTWiB1M
Quote from: dallas2r on June 12, 2008, 05:32:18 AM
be sure and brush
http://www.youtube.com/v/7JTAZTWiB1M
hahah
Side note:
I think I'm getting the mod bug for the 848 [evil]
Must resist the urge to look at Motowheels, AMS, and Ca-Cycleworks.
Rearsets, suspension, bling, oh my
Quote from: bryant8 on June 12, 2008, 08:16:08 AM
hahah
Side note:
I think I'm getting the mod bug for the 848 [evil]
Must resist the urge to look at Motowheels, AMS, and Ca-Cycleworks.
Rearsets, suspension, bling, oh my
i think you need a "ooogah" horn for the 848
Quote from: bryant8 on June 12, 2008, 08:16:08 AM
I think I'm getting the mod bug for the 848 [evil]
Martini Stickers [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 12, 2008, 08:51:27 AM
Martini Stickers [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Yes indeed!!
how sad would it be to own a desmosidici and only put 40 miles on the clock before you sold it? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___2008-Ducati-Desmosedici-RR-Showroom-New-0083_W0QQitemZ160250002525QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item160250002525&
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 12, 2008, 08:51:27 AM
Martini Stickers [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Oddly enough I've already emailed cutgrafix about that kit. I'm awaiting a response. I'll have to find new skins and tank though [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 12, 2008, 05:32:18 AM
be sure and brush
Ghaaaa...can't sleep, must not have fresh breath...
This morning I drop by my parents' house to take some measurements for their bookshelves. Usually I'll shut the motor off before I enter the cul de sac so I don't disturb the neighbors.
So this morning there's quite a bit of activity going on in their cul de sac; lawn mowers at the entrance, housekeeper is at the neighbors to the left, new mailbox being built on the right. To say the least I sneak in unbeknownst to the brick layer. I go in the house and take the measurements, hang out my pop, and watch a little ESPN.
I get back to the bike and the brick layer says, "That sure is a quite bike. I didn't even hear you pull in. What kind of bike is that? A Du-caww-teeee??"
As I turn the bike on I said, "Yep it's a Du-caww-teee." I couldn't make out the rest of what he said over my Termis blasting [evil]
why the ef do I have the "three's company" theme song stuck in my head!!! "come and knock on my doooooor (come and knock on my doooooor) .....
MAKE IT STOP!!!!
i had 25 or 6 to 4 in my head earlier...but that wasn't really a bad thing.
Talking Heads, 12x12 Remixes
mmm Vera Cruz again today :)
Quote from: bryant8 on June 13, 2008, 11:02:57 AM
mmm Vera Cruz again today :)
Watch out, they'll try to turn you into a "wetback". [laugh] ;D
(a little "back" story here... the waiter accidentally dumped a whole cup of salad dressing straight down my back.) :(
Quote from: dallas2r on June 13, 2008, 11:18:46 AM
Watch out, they'll try to turn you into a "wetback". [laugh] ;D
(a little "back" story here... the waiter accidentally dumped a whole cup of salad dressing straight down my back.) :(
so, were you able to somehow get "back" at him??
Motored down to AMS in Alvaredo today for a visit. They have that carbonfiber MH900 and it's spectacular. What a cool bike. Plus a couple Desmos. I forgot how much cool toys they have down there.
I then had to go to an eye doctor appointment in Plano, which I think is 300 miles away. Even with toll booths I made it in 45 minutes. My time machine is working real good.
So was the news good or bad at AMS?
A PM will work [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 13, 2008, 11:18:46 AM
(the waiter accidentally dumped a whole cup of salad dressing straight down my back.) :(
He was SO hitting on you [evil]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 13, 2008, 04:47:45 PM
So was the news good or bad at AMS?
A PM will work [thumbsup]
No news, just chatted. I'll drop her off soon for an inspection. I'll see how it goes from there.
Quote from: Ronr on June 13, 2008, 04:44:05 PM
Motored down to AMS in Alvaredo today for a visit. They have that carbonfiber MH900 and it's spectacular. What a cool bike. Plus a couple Desmos. I forgot how much cool toys they have down there...
Sorry I missed you -I popped in there today too (for consumables: oil filters, etc.)
The place is just a few bikes shy of a museum.
You should have seen the yellow mid 90's SS/CR that was parked out front.
All kinds of hotrod-mods ...and that square headlight -PURE SEX!
Dang it, I missed the sexed up yellow SS. There was a red 1098S with TTX technology out front when I was there.
The following is a public service announcement of the DMF Association of Bicycle Racers (I'm the founding and possibly sole member)
Ben Spies, current AMA points leader will be crit bicycle racing this weekend in Dallas. He's pre-reg'd for both Saturday & Sunday in the 7:00pm Cat5 races.
From yesterdays DMN article:
"Spies, who travels to each track in a motorcoach and spends time training and testing between races, was scheduled to return to Dallas today for the first time in two months. Spies said he'll compete in a bicycle race downtown this weekend, near his condominium at the W. It's part of his training."
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/061308dnspodurrett.2f1b936.html
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/312889828_JVJAM-L.jpg)
Quote from: dallas2r on June 14, 2008, 07:57:27 AM
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/312889828_JVJAM-L.jpg)
Ha! How about Beer and Ribs--cheaper and still with the gas. [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 13, 2008, 08:58:16 PM
The following is a public service announcement of the DMF Association of Bicycle Racers (I'm the founding and possibly sole member)
Ben Spies, current AMA points leader will be crit bicycle racing this weekend in Dallas. He's pre-reg'd for both Saturday & Sunday in the 7:00pm Cat5 races.
From yesterdays DMN article:
"Spies, who travels to each track in a motorcoach and spends time training and testing between races, was scheduled to return to Dallas today for the first time in two months. Spies said he'll compete in a bicycle race downtown this weekend, near his condominium at the W. It's part of his training."
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/061308dnspodurrett.2f1b936.html
Yeah I hear that Mladin is registered in the same race under an alias and plans to hook him on the sprint... that will get the AMA SBK points lead back in his hands!!!
Sounds like Spies is going to race the Donnington Park MotoGP race in place of the injured Capirossi. That's a little sooner than he expected. Sounds a little tougher than a Cat5 criterium. Hey, anyone else hear about the alleged rumors of Colin Edwards being a possible replacement for Bayliss on next years Ducati World SBK team?? That's one way to get more Americans in WSBK. [thumbsup] Anyone know any details about that??
Okay everybody who has not put their birthdays on the b-day thread please do so asap!!
Is Donnington the next GP race?
Quote from: bryant8 on June 15, 2008, 09:43:11 PM
Is Donnington the next GP race?
Yes this coming weekend. Assen the week after that.
Lisa,
The clip-ons are BADASS!! I love 'em! I'll post pics when I get a chance. [thumbsup]
PSA...
DO NOT DRINK THE "Sixth Glass" Quadrupel Ale. Two pints at 10.5% will paralyze everything except your typing fingers and make you feel like it's an imperative that you post random shit. I can't feel my toes and/or my right eyelid. I'm going to bed before I start to feel things. It's better that way.
I know I should be working on editing the HC videos, but I got sidetracked. I still have some tweaking to do, but it's almost there.
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/315226637_g5SLT-L.jpg)
Hi guys...
I'm still alive, just in case you were wondering. [bang] [popcorn][moto] [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 17, 2008, 09:04:54 PM
I know I should be working on editing the HC videos, but I got sidetracked. I still have some tweaking to do, but it's almost there.
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/315226637_g5SLT-L.jpg)
Hey, you're getting pretty good at that!
I meant to ask you, did you do the original one for the website?
Quote from: Ronr on June 17, 2008, 10:17:00 PM
Hey, you're getting pretty good at that!
I meant to ask you, did you do the original one for the website?
Thanks Ron.
I didn't have any involvement in the original logo; ust thought it would be a fun project to recreate in 3D.
Nice work on the 3D DMF logo.
Now get back to the HC vids! [evil]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 17, 2008, 10:32:32 PM
Nice work on the 3D DMF logo.
Now get back to the HC vids! [evil]
will do. but first things first. does anyone else have MotoGP2007 on their pc? (or would you like a copy [evil] )... you can play multiplayer over the interweb. ;D
Quote from: USMC18996 on June 17, 2008, 09:26:38 PM
Hi guys...
I'm still alive, just in case you were wondering. [bang] [popcorn][moto] [thumbsup]
Glad you are alive. I wasn't wondering.
Quote from: dallas2r on June 17, 2008, 09:04:54 PM
I know I should be working on editing the HC videos, but I got sidetracked. I still have some tweaking to do, but it's almost there.
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/315226637_g5SLT-L.jpg)
Will, that's totally awesome :o
I'm glad you like the clip-ons [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cher on June 21, 2008, 01:23:23 PM
Will, that's totally awesome :o
I'm glad you like the clip-ons [thumbsup]
Thanks
Lisa, ... err Cher. ;)
Name: Duc L'Smart
Posts: 1614 (35.087 per day)
WTF ??? 35 posts a day!!!!
Quote from: dallas2r on June 22, 2008, 04:33:12 PM
Name: Duc L'Smart
Posts: 1614 (35.087 per day)
WTF ??? 35 posts a day!!!!
Name: Dallas2r
Hill Country Vids: None (0 per day)
WTF?!?!?!?
Just messin with ya man ;)
Quote from: El Matador on June 22, 2008, 05:34:56 PM
Name: Dallas2r
Hill Country Vids: None (0 per day)
WTF?!?!?!?
Just messin with ya man ;)
;D guilty as charged. I'd have time to work on it if people would stop holding fun events to attend!! [bang] [laugh]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 23, 2008, 08:04:22 AM
if people would stop holding fun events
and by "people" you mean, of course, a certain female... [cheeky]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 23, 2008, 08:04:22 AM
;D guilty as charged. I'd have time to work on it if people would stop holding fun events to attend!! [bang] [laugh]
OK, put the Twister game away and get to work on those vid's. ;)
Quote from: dallas2r on June 22, 2008, 04:33:12 PM
Name: Duc L'Smart
Posts: 1614 (35.087 per day)
WTF ??? 35 posts a day!!!!
I know, I know... Sorry. I've been slacking pretty hard. I'll try my best to post more. And start new threads. And spend time online... :P
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 23, 2008, 08:29:36 AM
and by "people" you mean, of course, a certain female... [cheeky]
I have no idea what you're talking about.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on June 23, 2008, 08:33:51 AM
OK, put the Twister game away and get to work on those vid's. ;)
[laugh] [beer]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 17, 2008, 10:37:35 PM
will do. but first things first. does anyone else have MotoGP2007 on their pc? (or would you like a copy [evil] )... you can play multiplayer over the interweb. ;D
i'll look for it on bittorrent tonight if i remember...i have 0 motogp skills, though.....
Quote from: McKraut on June 23, 2008, 09:25:16 AM
i'll look for it on bittorrent tonight if i remember...i have 0 motogp skills, though.....
oh, I suppose I am in on this. I have been neglecting video games for over a year now....
Quote from: McKraut on June 23, 2008, 09:25:16 AM
i have 0 motogp skills, though.....
me either, though I'm a sucker for racing games.
Quote from: The Svoloch on June 23, 2008, 05:05:21 PM
I have been neglecting video games for over a year now....
why do that when you can neglect your family and responsibilities. oh, and public schools will take care of your kids just fine. [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 23, 2008, 10:09:39 PM
why do that when you can neglect your family and responsibilities. oh, and public schools will take care of your kids just fine. [thumbsup]
yeah but the beauty of video games is that you can neglect them from the other room...while spending $0.
i fed the video game habit for a little while with rainbox six vegas 2, and some ghost recon advanced warfighter 2, and some call of duty modern combat...but single player is only so fun. there's nothing quite like shooting your friends in the head :-\ the racing games are pretty fun when they're done well....i'll start looking for motogp07...is there any online patch i should be looking for also?
Quote from: McKraut on June 24, 2008, 05:17:18 AM
i'll start looking for motogp07...is there any online patch i should be looking for also?
pm sent
Man :o...Will, that new Avie is awesome. [thumbsup]
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/319579624_SS6Vp-L.gif)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on June 25, 2008, 04:51:24 AM
Man :o...Will, that new Avie is awesome. [thumbsup]
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/319579624_SS6Vp-L.gif)
wow, will, you think about this forum way too much during the day [cheeky]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on June 25, 2008, 04:51:24 AM
Man :o...Will, that new Avie is awesome. [thumbsup]
Thanks dude. [thumbsup]
Quote from: hiero on June 25, 2008, 05:49:21 AM
wow, will, you think about this forum way too much during the day [cheeky]
I can quit anytime I want... really. ;D
Quote from: dallas2r on June 25, 2008, 06:24:14 AM
...
I can quit anytime I want... really. ;D
don't be surprised when a cameracrew comes by your door and asks you to be a part of a 'documentary on addiction'... :P
Quote from: hiero on June 25, 2008, 06:28:17 AM
don't be surprised when a cameracrew comes by your door and asks you to be a part of a 'documentary on addiction'... :P
addiction: persistent compulsive use of a substance known by the user to be harmful
umm... speaking of addiction. I know a certain someone who is a walking encyclopedia of Ducati mechanical knowledge. You don't acquire that level of understanding through a surface perusal of information. It requires a persistent (some would say compulsive) immersion in the subject matter. [cheeky]
luckily the substances of which we speak aren't "known by the user to be harmful", so it's all moot anyways.
[coffee]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 25, 2008, 06:41:24 AM
addiction: persistent compulsive use of a substance known by the user to be harmful
umm... speaking of addiction. I know a certain someone who is a walking encyclopedia of Ducati mechanical knowledge. You don't acquire that level of understanding through a surface perusal of information. It requires a persistent (some would say compulsive) immersion in the subject matter. [cheeky]
luckily the substances of which we speak aren't "known by the user to be harmful", so it's all moot anyways.
[coffee]
Yes I am an addict :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwWM9zlKbaE
At least I'm not addicted... :P
[laugh]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 23, 2008, 10:08:18 PM
me either, though I'm a sucker for racing games.
i think i'm about 50% down downloading this...i kept the PC off today though (too hot in there.... :( ); it was able to get 50% just last night. should be done tonight. i downloaded a racer called GRID last night as well (800kb/s!! :o yay bittorrent!! :D ) pretty fun so far...bunch of tracks from europe, some that you see in motoGP (GT racing)..."tuner" stuff in japan for drifting, and city tracks in the US with muscle cars thrown in. pretty polished looking game so far.
still not as fun as shooting friends in the head, though.
Mario Kart Wii is the ultimate in racing games
For the geeks out there we need to have a game night
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on June 25, 2008, 04:51:24 AM
Man :o...Will, that new Avie is awesome. [thumbsup]
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/319579624_SS6Vp-L.gif)
Yeah, that totally rocks. I was wondering what the big deal was on my iphone. Not animated, no prop, looked like you just changed DMF on the icon to DFW. I'm pretty sure you could do that while standing at a urinal [yawn].
On a PC, I can see it in all its hovering glory. [thumbsup] I gots to get me some skillz man.
skliizzz, & way too much time on his hands... [cheeky]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 25, 2008, 05:05:22 PM
skliizzz, & way too much time on his hands... [cheeky]
oh please!
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Quote from: dallas2r on June 25, 2008, 05:37:56 PM
oh please!
Duc L'Smart
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fixed it for ya [thumbsup]
Alan & Cory, I have some glassware from the HC trip for you fellas. I'll see you fellas this weekend. Remind me to bring them to he pool party.
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 25, 2008, 05:05:22 PM
skliizzz, & way too much time on his hands... [cheeky]
ok, time is ok to have on my hands, but I don't want sklizzz ( whatever it is ) on any part of me... I'm not in college anymore... [wine]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 25, 2008, 06:41:01 PM
Alan & Cory, I have some glassware from the HC trip for you fellas. I'll see you fellas this weekend. Remind me to bring them to he pool party.
Cool, Thanks Bryant!!
Quote from: bryant8 on June 25, 2008, 12:11:45 PM
Mario Kart Wii is the ultimate in racing games
They are putting a bar in at work ...and I here we are getting a Wii (or two) in it...
I'll make sure I suggest that for one of the games.
When they open it I bet the beer will be really
really fresh when it comes out of the tap!
make sure you pick up a copy of Big Brain Academy! good game...great for schooling people that aren't smart!!!
Quote from: CountPuggula on June 25, 2008, 07:17:56 PM
They are putting a bar in at work ...and I here we are getting a Wii (or two) in it...
I'll make sure I suggest that for one of the games.
When they open it I bet the beer will be really really fresh when it comes out of the tap!
Hmmm... Maybe I need a job!?!?!?!
I need a spanner for a Showa shock. Any ideas where I can get one? I'm having no luck finding a source.
Quote from: bryant8 on June 25, 2008, 08:22:51 PM
I need a spanner for a Showa shock. Any ideas where I can get one? I'm having no luck finding a source.
http://www.corsair-industries.com/parts/Ducati%20Tools/Ducati%20Showa%20Shock%20Adjusting%20Tool/
Quote from: hiero on June 26, 2008, 06:38:22 AM
http://www.corsair-industries.com/parts/Ducati%20Tools/Ducati%20Showa%20Shock%20Adjusting%20Tool/
Thanks for the link David! [thumbsup]
New tools are on the way :)
It's quiet when DLS is running around the track instead of posting on the board [laugh]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 26, 2008, 09:09:10 AM
It's quiet when DLS is running around the track instead of posting on the board [laugh]
[bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] .........track day
man...you can hear a pin drop in here today....
Sneaky Pint anybody?
i'm getting ready to head home and have a couple pints actually...in cans even! how convenient! with any luck and a few beers (and a great selection of bolts and washers at elliots), the SS will be ready to roll later this evening. [thumbsup]
bah, I still have a 1.5 hrs to go at least. any interest in a pint later give me a ring
on my first beer...getting all the bolts/washers together now
damn you mckraut!!
buncha alkis [cheeky] [wine]
Quote from: hiero on June 26, 2008, 03:37:36 PM
buncha alkis [cheeky] [wine]
Jump on in, the
water liquor is fine!
Quote from: bryant8 on June 26, 2008, 08:28:30 AM
Thanks for the link David! [thumbsup]
New tools are on the way :)
How different is this tool from the one for an Ohlins shock? I have one and another one when the shock is in a tight space.
***
I emailed Motowheels and they said that the Ohilns tool wouldn't work on the Showa shock. It might, but I'd rather get the right tool for the job than mar up my shock plates.
Ayrghh!
***
Hell, it's cheaper than me buying an Ohlins shock!
I'm waiting for the Speedymoto top triple to get back in stock so I can get my damper ordered
Quote from: bryant8 on June 26, 2008, 04:04:05 PM
Hell, it's cheaper than me buying an Ohlins shock!
I could start a counter to count the number of days before you get one!
Let see, dollar says 9 months tops. Anyone want to bet one way or the other?
Quote from: bryant8 on June 26, 2008, 04:04:05 PM
I'm waiting for the Speedymoto top triple to get back in stock so I can get my damper ordered
Their top triple has a provision for a damper?
cdc
i'm pretty sure the ohlins rings are bigger diameter
The Speedymoto top triple plus the Dan Kyle Öhlins damper kit is part of the plan. I think the Showa forks and shock are better than me still so I'll stick with them for now.
Quote from: bryant8 on June 26, 2008, 04:53:29 PM
...I'll stick with them for now.
famous last words...
J/K
cdc
Quote from: bryant8 on June 26, 2008, 04:53:29 PM
.... I'll stick with them for now.
I can feel your burning desire for the gold member. It burns....it burns...!! ;D
Wish I could help you out there. Still trying to work out my issues...
I think once you get yours set up right, you'll be happy with it for a while.
Quote from: bryant8 on June 26, 2008, 09:09:10 AM
It's quiet when DLS is running around the track instead of posting on the board [laugh]
You say that like it's a bad thing?!??!?!? [cheeky]
looks like you can play the pirate versions of GRID and MotoGP 2007 online.... sweet. anyone besides Will and myself want to set up any head-to-head action sometime?
Quote from: McKraut on June 27, 2008, 06:54:31 AM
looks like you can play the pirate versions of GRID and MotoGP 2007 online.... sweet. anyone besides Will and myself want to set up any head-to-head action sometime?
What kind of hardware is required? I have a mac with a Bluetooth mouse. Will that kick Rossi's ass?
motogp 2007 isn't too demanding; you should be able to play it on just about anything that isn't more than a couple years old.
GRID requires considerably more heft in the graphics department, however. lots of fun to play, though (especially online...and drunk! ;D )...it's a good part arcade feeling, and good part realistic. i got in some crazy barrel-roll flips and crashes yesterday and miraculously landed on my wheels (sometimes) and kept going...though it drove like shit. [thumbsup]
i happen to have a BFG GeForce 7600GT (256MB) OC video card that i no longer need. it's PCI express (x16) and comes factory overclocked (that's what BFG does). i think it actually has a lifetime warranty...BFG used to do that, i think they still do. it's also very easy to overclock the card further for a bit more performance. it works great, i just decided to take the plunge on a new ATI card.
i also have an AMD Athlon 64 X2 3800+ (socket AM2) CPU (dual core) if anyone is needing an upgrade from a smaller AM2 processor. just let me know, i'll include the AMD cpu cooling fan also. it's never been overclocked...i just ran it stock. i found a great deal on an AMD phneom processor yesterday and no longer need the Athlon.
Ah, sadly I understood everything that McKraut just posted and then some.
In a lighter note, this morning's commute I rolled the 4k mark! [thumbsup]
I gotta get a commuter [roll]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 27, 2008, 08:51:48 AM
Ah, sadly I understood everything that McKraut just posted and then some.
In a lighter note, this morning's commute I rolled the 4k mark! [thumbsup]
I gotta get a commuter [roll]
gotcha covered dude: http://dallas.craigslist.org/car/729638099.html
Quote from: McKraut on June 27, 2008, 09:08:57 AM
gotcha covered dude: http://dallas.craigslist.org/car/729638099.html
hahah... "minor rust"
riiiiiiiiiigggghht. ;)
That would actually be kinda fun to work on.
(http://images.craigslist.org/01010501150101020220080623a3fc17bad6a75d87f900e260.jpg)
Wow, hadn't looked at ebay motors/ducati in several days (always good time killing entertainment!) and damn there was like 137 bikes! The last time I looked I swear there was only 80 something! Damn. I think the most I have ever seen was 140 and that was a good while ago. Is it the economy? Has the housing market woes now made it over to bikes? I can see ditching your Hummer or Escalade because of $4/gallon gas but your bike? I guess it's a good time to buy just like the house market.
Quote from: bryant8 on June 27, 2008, 09:21:35 AM
That would actually be kinda fun to work on.
(http://images.craigslist.org/01010501150101020220080623a3fc17bad6a75d87f900e260.jpg)
Eff yeah it would be.
If you want to build it up ol'school I have a spare stock 6-71 blower and some extra 660CFM 4BBL center squirters...
Maybe a block or heads or something too...
With that short of a wheelbase I wouldn't want to go much over 600HP on the street.
...well, not "
much" over...
Quote from: CountPuggula on June 27, 2008, 09:47:20 AM
Eff yeah it would be.
If you want to build it up ol'school I have a spare stock 6-71 blower and some extra 660CFM 4BBL center squirters...
Maybe a block or heads or something too...
With that short of a wheelbase I wouldn't want to go much over 600HP on the street.
...well, not "much" over...
i really have to see your garage some day....
Yeah, I think a 1/8 mile standup would be the ultimate goal
Quote from: fastwin on June 27, 2008, 09:42:14 AM
Wow, hadn't looked at ebay motors/ducati in several days (always good time killing entertainment!) and damn there was like 137 bikes! The last time I looked I swear there was only 80 something! Damn. I think the most I have ever seen was 140 and that was a good while ago. Is it the economy? Has the housing market woes now made it over to bikes? I can see ditching your Hummer or Escalade because of $4/gallon gas but your bike? I guess it's a good time to buy just like the house market.
OMG... :o
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___1098R-1098S-1098-Ohlins-FGRT-803-TTX-Low-Res_W0QQitemZ160254324023QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item160254324023&_trksid=p3756.m14.l1308
Time to sell that kidney that you aren't using
Quote from: McKraut on June 27, 2008, 09:48:27 AM
i really have to see your garage some day....
More of a compost-heap of life, really...
Quote from: bryant8 on June 27, 2008, 09:50:27 AM
Yeah, I think a 1/8 mile standup would be the ultimate goal
I'm in.
If you buy it and have a place to chop it up I'll donate time and junk (parts, NOT heroin ;D ).
So if I could have everybody on the DFWM donate a few bucks for this resto project....
Quote from: bryant8 on June 27, 2008, 12:09:44 PM
So if I could have everybody on the DFWM donate a few bucks for this resto project....
A FEW bucks?!!!
By my calculations it will require $382,000 in beer alone...
...and that's assuming nobody but me will be let near the fridge. [drink]
Quote from: CountPuggula on June 27, 2008, 12:30:39 PM
A FEW bucks?!!!
By my calculations it will require $382,000 in beer alone...
...and that's assuming nobody but me will be let near the fridge. [drink]
Dude, you work at a huge beer fridge!
Quote from: bryant8 on June 27, 2008, 12:37:47 PM
Dude, you work at a huge beer fridge!
[thumbsup]
Yeah.... ;D
How cool is that? Mmmm... giant beer fridge. That whole Homer Simpson thing just hit me. [drink]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 27, 2008, 09:58:31 AM
OMG... :o
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___1098R-1098S-1098-Ohlins-FGRT-803-TTX-Low-Res_W0QQitemZ160254324023QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item160254324023&_trksid=p3756.m14.l1308
Only 17 hours 51 minutes to go...
3 more days in the work week ;D
Quote from: bryant8 on June 30, 2008, 01:08:56 PM
Only 17 hours 51 minutes to go...
BUY IT!!!!!!!!!!
Tick Tock William, your shit-hot black 1098S with full track set up is still up for bids
(http://i23.ebayimg.com/05/i/000/fa/0d/ff3a_12.JPG)
Quote from: dallas2r on June 27, 2008, 09:58:31 AM
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___1098R-1098S-1098-Ohlins-FGRT-803-TTX-Low-Res_W0QQitemZ160254324023QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item160254324023&_trksid=p3756.m14.l1308
Calling Jester!!! [moto] [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on June 30, 2008, 02:56:02 PM
Tick Tock William, your shit-hot black 1098S with full track set up is still up for bids
(http://i23.ebayimg.com/05/i/000/fa/0d/ff3a_12.JPG)
nah...
I've turned a new leaf. I don't need it as I'm never going fast again. The law has shown me the way, and the way is slow and easy. I'm selling the Duc and taking up golf. ;)
Quote from: dallas2r on June 30, 2008, 03:23:57 PM
nah...
I've turned a new leaf. I don't need it as I'm never going fast again. The law has shown me the way, and the way is slow and easy. I'm selling the Duc and taking up golf. ;)
HEY, the
BULLSHIT thread is the
OTHER one!!!
[popcorn]
Quote from: CountPuggula on June 30, 2008, 03:40:05 PM
HEY, the BULLSHIT thread is the OTHER one!!!
[popcorn]
no, it's true. anybody want to hang out tonight? I'm gonna go grab a bite at Luby's before hitting the bingo hall. look for the beige K-car.
Is the flash mob signal out?
OMG, say it ain't so: K-Car?!?!
On the bright side, check out Luby's strained spinach - it's one of the sides on there Happenin' Seniors menu - you'll dig it (yes of course I'm speaking from experience)
[evil]
So I couldn't sleep night before last, so I went outside around midnight and saw this spider about 10 feet up with a huge web. The spider was about the size of a half dollar and doing a killer (pun intended) job of collecting dinner.
Grabbed my new camera and took a few snaps. Posted two to my photoblog:
http://nordogsphotos.blogspot.com/
Quote from: NorDog on July 01, 2008, 06:11:16 AM
http://nordogsphotos.blogspot.com/
That's going to give me nightmares :P
Very nice [thumbsup]
wow! that's some crazy detail you can see, and the green really pops!
This is STILL my favorite photo of Cher ;D
(http://homepage.mac.com/metcalfe/.Pictures/March%2008%20Track%20Day/DSC01302.jpg)
Yeah that was before the angry emoticon giving-people-the-finger was added to the DMF emoitcon repitoire.
Strange, but I can't seem to find it now...
[evil]
Apparently industrial velcro is no match for the vibes on the 848.
I mounted my garage door opener under the nose fairing to ease the in/out of my apartment complex. About half-way to work this morning, I feel the opener hit my left hand and bounce off onto the superslab. 2 openers down.... [bang]
Side note:
I passed IP and Anthony from the 59ers on Garland Rd yesterday. I think they were about to hit the pubs... I was on my way back home from work [bang]
Quote from: bryant8 on July 03, 2008, 08:22:39 AM
Apparently industrial velcro is no match for the vibes on the 848.
I mounted my garage door opener under the nose fairing to ease the in/out of my apartment complex. About half-way to work this morning, I feel the opener hit my left hand and bounce off onto the superslab. 2 openers down.... [bang]
I passed IP and Anthony from the 59ers on Garland Rd yesterday. I think they were about to hit the pubs... I was on my way back home from work [bang]
Crappity Crap! :( Bummer about the opener... We should be able to come up with SOMETHING that'll work.
Yep, IP & ANthony have a side gig as furniture movers. We met up at Capital Pub after. 1st time there, nice place [thumbsup]
Wow, surprised the velcro didn't work. Have done the same thing on my scoots. Velcro is some tough s#@t. Did it separate at the velcro or did the double stick tape give up where it sticks to the fairing and the opener? I've had that failing tape problem on my cars. There have been several car burglaries in my neighborhood where they only wanted the garage door opener to get into the garage, house, etc. Since I park my cars outside in the driveway I now take the openers in the house with me. :P Don't have to worry about the velcro or the tape anymore.
Stopped putting the opener in my jacket pocket on rides too. Was in the driveway warming the bike up and when I threw a leg over the seat to take off it somehow mashed the button on the opener. Presto... up goes the garage door. If I hadn't been looking in that direction to see it I would have ridden off into the distance leaving my whole garage and house exposed! >:(
The velcro came apart, not the stick on the fairing or the opener itself. I think the curve of the fairing may have prevented the velcro from biting all the way hence the opener slowly coming off. I'll just have to find a better place for the next one
Quote from: bryant8 on July 03, 2008, 09:14:12 AM
The velcro came apart, not the stick on the fairing or the opener itself. I think the curve of the fairing may have prevented the velcro from biting all the way hence the opener slowly coming off. I'll just have to find a better place for the next one
I "zip tied" mine to the bracket holding the clutch fluid resovoir.
if you zip tie it to your throttle, you can use it as a throttle rocker
if you take the opener apart, you can rig up your high beam switch to activate it and hide the electronics under the plastics...
I would do that David, but opener technically belongs to the apt complex.
Once I get a house of my own that will be a definite mod
anyone need some RAM? recent upgrades leave me with 2x1GB corsair XMS2 DDR2 800 PC2 6400 with heat spreaders...
and i still have that AMD dual core cpu (3800+ socket AM2, with heatsink/fan) and geforce 7600GT (BFG overclocked) pci-e video card...looking for a good home....
... excuse me, what was all that again? ???
Quote from: McKraut on July 03, 2008, 11:41:38 AM
anyone need some RAM? recent upgrades leave me with 2x1GB corsair XMS2 DDR2 800 PC2 6400 with heat spreaders...
and i still have that AMD dual core cpu (3800+ socket AM2, with heatsink/fan) and geforce 7600GT (BFG overclocked) pci-e video card...looking for a good home....
...just checked under the hood, and we're good...thnx. [thumbsup]
Quote from: McKraut on July 03, 2008, 11:41:38 AM
anyone need some RAM? recent upgrades leave me with 2x1GB corsair XMS2 DDR2 800 PC2 6400 with heat spreaders...
and i still have that AMD dual core cpu (3800+ socket AM2, with heatsink/fan) and geforce 7600GT (BFG overclocked) pci-e video card...looking for a good home....
I have an 1.8GHz Acer laptop... Can I use any of this stuff?
I have a staple gun if it will help, and I'm pretty good with glue...
There was a heap of trash (about a pick-up-truck worth) on the side of the road this morning that I passed riding in to work--I30 and Beach, Eastbound. Some of it was in my lane, but I didn't hit any. Man, the stink was awful. :P It smelled like there may have been some rotting wildlife mixed in the mess. :-X Anyway, I can't shake the smell.
Maybe I'm just obsessing....
[bacon]
O.K. wassup with [bacon]
I mean, WTH?
Bacon?
How about a falling anvil or something? Now THAT I could really use [evil]
Wait, wait, wait - hold on a minute. [bacon]... "makin' bacon" ???
Holy pig snot, Batman!
That bacon icon looks like it has two backs. :P
Just found out that Tiff's Treats is here in Dallas as well as the one in Austin!!!
I used to grab cookies from their shop that was on the Drag in Austin during finals week.
Great cookies and they deliver [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on July 08, 2008, 08:56:29 AM
Just found out that Tiff's Treats is here in Dallas as well as the one in Austin!!!
I used to grab cookies from their shop that was on the Drag in Austin during finals week.
Great cookies and they deliver [thumbsup]
Shall I PM you my office address? ;D
Quote from: bryant8 on July 08, 2008, 08:56:29 AM
Just found out that Tiff's Treats is here in Dallas as well as the one in Austin!!!
I used to grab cookies from their shop that was on the Drag in Austin during finals week.
Great cookies and they deliver [thumbsup]
a couple of my good friend did their online ordering system for them...i think they still handle that. i used to have those cookies all the freaking time; they're pretty damn good, and it's hard to beat having warm freshly-baked cookies delivered to you!
Dallas delivery only, sorry George :P
btw, George you're a Hero Member now [thumbsup]
I was never impressed with tiff's treats actually. Nothing spectacular about their cookies and total gimmick to have them warm delivered (good gimmick though). Doesn't excuse a fairly run of the mill cookie though...
David, no cookies for you then :P
Quote from: bryant8 on July 08, 2008, 09:05:56 AM
btw, George you're a Hero Member now [thumbsup]
I should have guessed based on the back-log of work on my desk. [cheeky]
Quote from: hiero on July 08, 2008, 09:19:50 AM
I was never impressed with tiff's treats actually. Nothing spectacular about their cookies and total gimmick to have them warm delivered (good gimmick though). Doesn't excuse a fairly run of the mill cookie though...
/shrug...i ate the hell out of their cookies... no, they're not uber awesome, but they are warm, and i got them delivered for free a while back. adam would instruct me to call them randomly and place orders, or place via the website, to do a little quality control. not only can you get the cookies delivered, but you can get the other stuff like milk and ice cream delivered, too. and hell man, any downtown dallas business that doesn't have "ultra" in it's description or name, i'm all about supporting, just on sheer principle.
Quote from: bryant8 on July 08, 2008, 09:05:56 AM
Dallas delivery only, sorry George :P
btw, George you're a Hero Member now [thumbsup]
hmmm, it appears i am too now...need to get that avatar changed appropriately...
Quote from: McKraut on July 08, 2008, 11:39:38 AM
........need to get that avatar changed appropriately...
Nice [clap] Even with the Five Bacon insignia on his chest.
I think we've effectively destroyed the 10,000 post mark in just over 2 months
Quote from: bryant8 on July 10, 2008, 08:59:42 AM
I think we've effectively destroyed the 10,000 post mark in just over 2 months
i wonder who the culprit is...
and the question is, do we have the staying power...the stamina to crack 20,000 posts in a couple more months?
Quote from: McKraut on July 10, 2008, 09:02:37 AM
and the question is, do we have the staying power...the stamina to crack 20,000 posts in a couple more months?
I'll try to help out.
cdc
Quote from: McKraut on July 10, 2008, 09:02:37 AM
i wonder who the culprit is...
and the question is, do we have the staying power...the stamina to crack 20,000 posts in a couple more months?
shhhheeeeiiiiiiittttttttt, I'm sayin' by the end of July [thumbsup]
LOGGED IN: 21d 0m
8)
so i was cleaning and came across this dollar bill that had a tracking stamp on it with a web address (wheresgeorge.com) and i open up the page...and it asks me about the bill...i found the previous entries about the bill interesting:
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3143/2656731535_1b910a69ff_o.jpg)
link is here: http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3143/2656731535_1b910a69ff_o.jpg
Maybe Hiero cold do a spreadsheet?!? [laugh]
Well here's a quick check in:
Weather is sweeeet here!!
Still looking for a house!!
doing alot of riding!!!
Did i mention the weather is sweeeet here!!
Not to hot in the afternoon, but a little chilly in the morning. So I can get away with leathers everyday, (so far)
but all is well, just doing a ton of house hunting! Need someone to buy the old house, that would make things easier. Looks like mindy will move up after the 1st of the month. ;D
Hope everyone is okay!! Be safe and will check back in, in a couple days!!!
Great to hear for you! Chilly? What the hell is that? Never heard of it.
How were the roads on last weekend's scooter ride. You said a little slab before things get good. Find some good stuff to ride on? How's the traffic? That HAS to be an improvement over DFW! I'd rather drive point in a Hummer in downtown Baghdad somedays than drive to the 7-11 in this nutso town! Jen and Colin were following me just the other day when I took the Suburban in for some AC work. Our light had been green for a while and they almost got plowed behind me by not one but TWO assholes running the red light! I was already through the intersection on our green! That shows you how long their light had been red!!! >:( Thankfully she wasn't on her cell phone and was actually paying attention to driving or they'd be toast!! Just great!
Glad things are thumping along. Good luck on the house hunting. Any good prospects on that? Have you started work yet? Any good house prospects close to the plant? Again, if Mindy needs anything in the way of house help let the mob know. I'll drink several beers in your honor at Cory's party at cdc's house this weekend!! [drink]
Take care!
Brian
Quote from: hiero on July 08, 2008, 09:19:50 AMI was never impressed with tiff's treats actually.
I, on the other hand, have been impressed with Tiff's treats multiple times.
Oh...wait...wrong Tiff, wrong treats... [roll]
Come on you guys...I thought for sure someone would jump on that sooner.
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAND I'm finished. Hope you guys are all doing well.
Quote from: USMC18996 on July 15, 2008, 04:51:11 PM
I, on the other hand, have been impressed with Tiff's treats multiple times.
Oh...wait...wrong Tiff, wrong treats... [roll]
Come on you guys...I thought for sure someone would jump on that sooner.
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAND I'm finished. Hope you guys are all doing well.
bush league
Shooting fish in a barrel...
boo, guess who!
ugh... with summer school and a new job I got... Im training at home this week and going to Austin next week for two weeks...
I am now employee of Apple. I can only imagine how many people here is gonna benefit from me...
Quote from: JamesMcCain on July 15, 2008, 08:23:39 PM
ugh... with summer school and a new job I got... Im training at home this week and going to Austin next week for two weeks...
I am now employee of Apple. I can only imagine how many people here is gonna benefit from me...
Ahh, quintessential McCain. Welcome back!
***
Thanks, I missed you guys! 8)
Really cool that you got a job with Apple dude. I'm sure that you'll do JUUUUUUUUUUUUUUST fine. :)
Now if only it could be YOU that I talk to on the phone for tech support next time... [roll]
Quote from: WonderBoy on July 16, 2008, 07:35:35 AM
Really cool that you got a job with Apple dude. I'm sure that you'll do JUUUUUUUUUUUUUUST fine. :)
Now if only it could be YOU that I talk to on the phone for tech support next time... [roll]
I assure you, you dont wish that... just ask any of these guys here on that...
Quote from: JamesMcCain on July 15, 2008, 08:23:39 PM
ugh... Im training at home this week and going to Austin next week for two weeks...
Dude, the Olympic trials are already over with, the team's been picked, you are way too late. Take it easy, the next one's in four years. [thumbsup]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on July 15, 2008, 08:23:39 PM
ugh... with summer school and a new job I got... Im training at home this week and going to Austin next week for two weeks...
I am now employee of Apple. I can only imagine how many people here is gonna benefit from me...
OMG!!!!! HOW THE HELL ARE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: fastwin on July 16, 2008, 08:25:42 AM
Dude, the Olympic trials are already over with, the team's been picked, you are way too late. Take it easy, the next one's in four years. [thumbsup]
you can never start to early!
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on July 16, 2008, 08:58:05 AM
OMG!!!!! HOW THE HELL ARE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
haha hi Scott, im peachy... how about yourself?
Quote from: JamesMcCain on July 16, 2008, 09:41:51 AM
haha hi Scott, im peachy... how about yourself?
make the beast with two backsING AWESOME!!!!!!!
Thanks for asking ;D
So, what's the hookup for as brutha on the new 3G hotness?!?
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on July 16, 2008, 09:45:49 AM
*snip*
So, what's the hookup for as brutha on the new 3G hotness?!?
+1
<------- will settle for a hookup on a 2g warmness
<------- will also be okay with a hookup of the attractive female variety
New Bike of the Moment is up
:o :o
(http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/BOMb/002/(5).jpg)
i'm not allowed outside the DFWM area :(
Quote from: McKraut on July 16, 2008, 12:04:44 PM
i'm not allowed outside the DFWM area :(
For good reason!
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on July 16, 2008, 09:45:49 AM
make the beast with two backsING AWESOME!!!!!!!
Thanks for asking ;D
So, what's the hookup for as brutha on the new 3G hotness?!?
im pretty sure you can't get cheaper then 199... they already marked it down below retail about 200%... its the extra 10/month that will kill people...
mmmm, motogp hi-res package is 60% off
Access to all the races/fps/qualys is badass... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on July 16, 2008, 09:45:49 AM...So, what's the hookup for as brutha on the new 3G hotness?!?
Scott, there is
NO WAY James could get you three hot girls at once....
On a completely different subject... that's what this is for right??... Jordan from A/AMS called me today and wonder of all wonders the 916SPS is finally finished! [thumbsup] [clap] The new, normal SPS street cams made all the difference in it being streetable. Out came the lumpy, radical race cams that the previous owner had Jeff install when he built the motor and in went the standard SPS cams... tadaaa! It's now actually rideable on the street!
It idles like it should (not like a top fuel dragster) and according to Jordan's street test ride it doesn't constantly stall out at anything other than full throttle. It now can hold a steady throttle setting, as in maintaining a normal, in-town street legal speed like 45mph without bucking and spitting. All good stuff. It may not be making the awesome peak horsepower anymore but who cares? Hell it made more top end power than my full Termi'd 999! She's a beauty and needs to be ridden and it's been a shame to not ride her to some of our "events" because of her issues. Seeing ***'s (aka:cdc) SPS at get togethers always bummed me out because I couldn't have ridden mine too. Now I can! All is well and my two wheeled universe is now back in alignment.
Brian, that is excellent news [thumbsup] Let's start (O.K. 'you' start or somebody start ;D ) a new lunch/get together thread for next week sometime - I can't wait to see that bike AND hear it run like a "normal" dry clutch, bad-ass bike should 8)
BRING IT [evil]
I can bring it's twin (pun intended). ;D
cdc
That is good news indeed. Note that they finished your bike after they worked on Cory's bike. ;D
cdc
BTW Brian do you have the old slipper clutch that you replaced? I was interested in taking it apart to learn from it. Let me know how much you want for it.
cdc
I will give you that paper weight any time you want it! Jeff even told me in a moment of truth/no customer BS/honesty that those old EVR/STM slippers were pieces of shit when he raced on them years ago. They would go toast all the time. A constant replacement item. You are welcome to have the cursed thing! I will gladly bring it on Saturday, maybe give it to Cory as a "cursed" farewell gift! As long as I never see that piece of s#@t again that's fine with me... leaves that more space in my storage bldg for good stuff!! [thumbsup]
Can't wait to ride her streetable hotness to a meeting. Getting tired of you being the only SPS rider in the mob! [laugh]
98 more posts to become a hero!
cdc
Thats great news Brian. Cant wait to check it out.
Glad you got your bike back Brian.
Cory,
What did they have to do to fix your bike this time?
Swanny
Quote from: bryant8 on July 16, 2008, 12:01:26 PM
New Bike of the Moment is up
:o :o
(http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/BOMb/002/(5).jpg)
Now that's a tail chop! [thumbsup]
very cool chop.
Me likee [thumbsup]
too short for me
That is pure hooligan
Damn, the on-board camera videos through the MotoGP circuits are sweet
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 17, 2008, 01:04:41 AM
Thats great news Brian. Cant wait to check it out.
+1 [thumbsup]
[moto] Yeah that was intense when Pedrosa lost it at Sachenring last weekend & we got to watch from the butt cam !
Quote from: Cyclone on July 17, 2008, 09:46:06 AM
[moto] Yeah that was intense when Pedrosa lost it at Sachenring last weekend & we got to watch from the butt cam !
Well then you also saw The Doctor on the grid digging out a wedgie just before the start!
Quote from: Cyclone on July 17, 2008, 09:46:06 AM
[moto] Yeah that was intense when Pedrosa lost it at Sachenring last weekend & we got to watch from the butt cam !
Did you see where Dani ended up?
He hit the airwall about 1 foot up and completely horizontal. His bike landed on TOP of the airwall
(http://forums.13x.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=32912&d=1215978795)
He slid a loooonnnggg way
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 17, 2008, 09:50:47 AM
Well then you also saw The Doctor on the grid digging out a wedgie just before the start!
haha, I forgot about that. That was a good laugh at Motopia at the time
It's pretty sad when you can't rely on others in this group to be as big of a smart ass as me, so I'll just do it myself..........
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 17, 2008, 08:47:37 AM
too short for me
that's what she said
poor guy...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3174/2678246968_6bc38888c0.jpg)
how cute he has his name on his lower back like a tramp stamp
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 17, 2008, 01:35:19 PM
how cute he has his name on his lower back like a tramp stamp
It must be Hell to smack a wall in a swarm of bees like that.
like adding insult to injury right?
You could really see him pucker up and twist around bracing for the smooth, wet tarmac/rough gravel interface. Looked like he hit a street curb when he went from track to the gravel run off. Hurt my ass to watch him smack into that everytime they replayed it. Ouch. It was a wild tumble through the gravel for sure.
At least Valle's wedgie removal lightened things up. I had to replay that on the TIVO a couple of times to make sure I was really seeing what I was really seeing. Someone in the edit dept. must have been laughing their ass off over that one... that guaranteed it being left in the broadcast! [laugh]
Quote from: fastwin on July 17, 2008, 02:44:58 PM
You could really see him pucker up and twist around bracing for the smooth, wet tarmac/rough gravel interface. Looked like he hit a street curb when he went from track to the gravel run off. Hurt my ass to watch him smack into that everytime they replayed it. Ouch. It was a wild tumble through the gravel for sure.
That looked hugely painful, I swear he broke his arm when it hit the edge of the track and whipped it behind him.
He's young and flexible. I would have shattered like a wine glass on concrete.
Quote from: The Evil Count Dookie-Duke on July 17, 2008, 01:39:10 PM
It must be Hell to smack a wall in a swarm of bees like that.
No.. No.. No.. Everybody knows the Bees cant see you if you "Spiderman" on the wall.
30 mins until FP starts for MotoGP [thumbsup]
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 17, 2008, 12:28:10 PM
It's pretty sad when you can't rely on others in this group to be as big of a smart ass as me, so I'll just do it myself..........
"too short for me"
that's what she said
You're a natural. Most of us have to work hard at it but you've got a gift Tommie.
OK, since this is just a say anything thread I thought I'd go with this, just personal, nothing really interesting: Tonight, I put the big electric heating pad up for good. Hopefully. It's been plugged in next to where I sit in the den where we watch TV since the first week of June 2007 when I came home from Baylor. Not that I wouldn't want to use it, it's just too damn hot. Last year outside heat wasn't my biggest problem. :P And this weekend last year was my first "official" get away with me behind the wheel of the Surburban! I headed to Dallas/AMS for the Laguna Seca race watch party, hung out with the westies and McCain (fresh off knee surgery) and won a Ducati vintage jacket in a raffle! [thumbsup] How freaking cool was that day?? Oh, by the way, it was a month and a half before my neurosurgeon released me to drive! Hell, what the heck did he know? And don't forget that our favorite Susan (of Peter and Susan) was in Baylor with all of her awful ills at that same time. Thank goodness she is better and doing well. And for that matter, Peter is apparently OK as a result of recent bad fortune too. Two great folks who luckily have avoided bad times even though the "bastard of bad times" has seriuosly knocked on their door. Thankfully, no one answered. Hopefully, all is well in their household. [thumbsup] As for my worthless soul, I am so glad to be here with my friends and able to ride as I wish. My life has actually never been better. Thanks to ya'll. [thumbsup] Life is good.
LYD,
Having a few Rum and Pepsi's in your honor tonight. Hope things are working out for you. [beer]
Somebody bought the AMS Special PS1000!
Quote from: bryant8 on July 19, 2008, 08:54:56 AM
Somebody bought the AMS Special PS1000!
Absolutely love the bike, but couldn't see spending the money for the performance
Quote from: bryant8 on July 19, 2008, 08:54:56 AM
Somebody bought the AMS Special PS1000!
Hope it went to a good home.
I secretly lusted after that bike in my heart :P
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on July 19, 2008, 09:24:50 AM
Hope it went to a good home.
I secretly lusted after that bike in my heart :P
dude, how did you fit a bike in your heart? i have to check that out sometime...
Quote from: fastwin on July 18, 2008, 06:32:50 PM
OK, since this is just a say anything thread I thought I'd go with this, just personal, nothing really interesting: Tonight, I put the big electric heating pad up for good. Hopefully. It's been plugged in next to where I sit in the den where we watch TV since the first week of June 2007 when I came home from Baylor. Not that I wouldn't want to use it, it's just too damn hot. Last year outside heat wasn't my biggest problem. :P And this weekend last year was my first "official" get away with me behind the wheel of the Surburban! I headed to Dallas/AMS for the Laguna Seca race watch party, hung out with the westies and McCain (fresh off knee surgery) and won a Ducati vintage jacket in a raffle! [thumbsup] How freaking cool was that day?? Oh, by the way, it was a month and a half before my neurosurgeon released me to drive! Hell, what the heck did he know? And don't forget that our favorite Susan (of Peter and Susan) was in Baylor with all of her awful ills at that same time. Thank goodness she is better and doing well. And for that matter, Peter is apparently OK as a result of recent bad fortune too. Two great folks who luckily have avoided bad times even though the "bastard of bad times" has seriuosly knocked on their door. Thankfully, no one answered. Hopefully, all is well in their household. [thumbsup] As for my worthless soul, I am so glad to be here with my friends and able to ride as I wish. My life has actually never been better. Thanks to ya'll. [thumbsup] Life is good.
That's it fastwin, this is NOT the Bull Shit thread, & I've had MORE thanenough of this "awshucks I'm worthless BS" that we keep getting from you.
No more.
You're awesome, & this forum & the world in general would be much worse off without you.
Everyone here appreciates you, and your many contributions.
Super Fastwin [beer]
Now that that's settled, let's move on...
you're so money and you don't even know it [cheeky]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on July 19, 2008, 10:12:38 AM
That's it fastwin, this is NOT the Bull Shit thread, & I've had MORE thanenough of this "awshucks I'm worthless BS" that we keep getting from you.
No more.
You're awesome, & this forum & the world in general would be much worse off without you.
Everyone here appreciates you, and your many contributions.
Super Fastwin [beer]
Now that that's settled, let's move on...
awwwe....somewhere, out there...there's a fastwin that's blushing right now...
oh, btw dude, i have your arkansas map still...! i was going through stuff earlier, and i stumbled on the map you lent me to get my sorry ass home that weekend. thanks again, dude [thumbsup] i'll need to remember to stuff that in a pocket the next time i see you.
Ah, I'm still worthless and you can keep that map as a souvenir of a trip I am sure you would rather forget. Are you going with us again in September? Gotta get back up on that horse. It's a karma thing brother. It will not be the same if you are not there. It completes the circle. My ride in April was what that was all about. Finish the ride. I got ripped off in 2007. It was a do over! [thumbsup]
No, it's true. I suck. But thankfully I have really good taste in friends. That's what gets me through the day. Knowing I have great friends like you guys and gals. It never gets tiring to hear or see... you folks rock and are the best of the best! Why the hell the rest of the world can't be like this group is totally beyond me. What the heck is wrong with them? :P You all are soul savers and then some. My life has never been better. Thanks! [clap]
Quote from: fastwin on July 20, 2008, 10:24:15 PM
Ah, I'm still worthless and you can keep that map as a souvenir of a trip I am sure you would rather forget. Are you going with us again in September? Gotta get back up on that horse. It's a karma thing brother. It will not be the same if you are not there. It completes the circle. My ride in April was what that was all about. Finish the ride. I got ripped off in 2007. It was a do over! [thumbsup]
at this point i'm stuck at maybe, unfortunately. those couple weeks are going to be pretty crazy...i have to move out of here by the 13th, and i have a wedding in iowa on the 25th-29th... but either way all i remember about that weekend was good times man...seriously. i made a rookie mistake with that corner, but it was an awesome time, no joke...you guys were fun to hang out with (watch out for those barking spiders though with swanny, though :P ) and those roads and the countryside was the just the thing i needed...it was refreshing to say the least. [moto]
looks like salt lake motorsports is just a couple blocks away from my hotel....i'll be stopping in. if nothing else i'll be able to get a motorcycle fix...
well gang here is an update on the LYD clan:
1st we have a buyer for the house!! [thumbsup] Got exactly what we wanted for it, so thats good.
2nd I found us a house about 20 miles away, 2000 square foot, with 900 square foot finished basement on 1.25 acres and a 4 car garrage!!!!
If all goes well mindy should be here by the 1st of the month!! So good news from last week. I have almost put 1000 miles on the LYD since I've been here and LYD needs an oil change, but it will have to wait another week or so.
All is well!! miss you guys!!
Good to hear from the Master of Yellow! Missed you this weekend at Cory's throw down. You could have helped us thrash cdc's house and bothered the neighborhood with your D&Ds! As you can see in the picture links on that thread you were there in a way!! [thumbsup]
Great news about the house. Congrats, you and Mindy are probably the only people in North TX with a contract on their house! Given the economy I was kinda worried about that. At least you had GM to back you up if it didn't move.
Damn, 1000 miles already? Must not be 100+ degress like it is here. Either that or you found some kickin' roads hidden away up there. When is Mindy moving up. I guess that depends on when the house closes, right? Are you coming back home for any of that? Hope so. Let us know in advance and we'll do a dinner/lunch thing!
Take care!! [thumbsup] [moto]
Yes Mindy and I wish we could have been at cory' party, but I will just say goodbye on sunday in person. As for the house we put it up with a price to sell and still make a couple of bucks, but we know the pool and backyard sold that house!!
To be honest with everyone the 1K miles have not been cruising around looking at the area. Its all been house hunting and going back and forth to work. The weather here is in the mid to upper 80's very nice.
Mindy will be moving as soon as the movers come to load up the house, hopefully soon, thats what she is doing today. As for me coming back, well thats probally not going to happen, but if for any reason I do make it back to the DFW area I will post it.
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on July 21, 2008, 07:48:12 AM
...but if for any reason I do make it back to the DFW area I will post it.
Um, I think that's mandatory. We would never let you live it down if you did not! [leo]
Alan, if Mindy needs any help this week, please let us know. [thumbsup]
Glad that the house hunting and sale worked out
I still think I hear those pipes of yours resonating in my brain.... [laugh]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on July 21, 2008, 08:15:19 AM...Alan, if Mindy needs any help this week, please let us know. [thumbsup]...
YEAH! ...what he said...
Thanks I will let her know! [thumbsup]
Wow, it is effing hot out today.
I don't think my air temp reading was less than 102
Quote from: bryant8 on July 21, 2008, 04:40:11 PM
Wow, it is effing hot out today.
I don't think my air temp reading was less than 102
Mine hit 111 the other day when I was stuck on 121 [puke]
Texas, in the summer, is not fit for human habitation.
Quote from: Cher on July 21, 2008, 05:49:51 PM
Texas, in the summer, is not fit for human habitation.
Ya, if I hadnt had the phase change vest I think I would have passed out!
Quote from: Cher on July 21, 2008, 05:49:51 PM
Texas, in the summer, is not fit for human habitation.
No s#@t! That's why we are going to the family cabin in northeast New Mexico for vacation. Not the s#@t that Jen and Colin made me do last year in a God awful neck brace. Panama City Beach, Florida in August. The freaking heat index was 115-116!!! It was 105 index by 8:00AM!! Talk about suck!! Oh, and the neck brace was so much fun. Try wrapping a black, yard garbage sack around your neck and standing in the sun. Only good thing was that there was a liqour store around the corner that could sell pina coladas in 20 oz. cups for cheap! God bless America... bikes, guns, ammo and pina coladas! [laugh] No way that's happening again. Cool nights, mountain rain storms, trout fishing, black bears on the porch :P, good books and margaritas on the porch. Ahhh, what Texas heat?
I want to live in Norway.
I want to live on Taos
Painting walls is what I will have to do when I'm in hell.
Quote from: Ideapimp on July 22, 2008, 07:34:34 AM
Painting walls is what I will have to do when I'm in hell.
Well at least when you get there you'll have practice. [bang]
I want to live in Ventura.
I want to live on the beach!
I want to live in DFW! [laugh]
Sold the house and Colin yesterday so I could pay off the service bill on the 916SPS. Probably worth it. [thumbsup] I now have the world's most expensive Tamburini bike and it looks and runs just like cdc's bike. :P I'll be taking that baby to the grave with me... too much damn money in it now to ever get rid of it. But, on the good side, it apparently does run normally. Idles and everything. I even got to see it do so with my own eyes. Will pick it up today and report back on the seat of the pants dyno readings.
I also have in my possession four of the most expensive paperweights you've ever seen! Anyone want to pay me an extravagant amount of money for a set of Ducati Corse race cams for a 996?? The tallest peaks in the Alps pale in comparison to the lobes on these cams. Probably not a big market for 996 race cams these days. I'll just put them in a shadow box and hang 'em in the garage. [laugh]
Quote from: fastwin on July 24, 2008, 06:47:30 AM
..... I also have in my possession four of the most expensive paperweights you've ever seen! Anyone want to pay me an extravagant amount of money for a set of Ducati Corse race cams for a 996?? The tallest peaks in the Alps pale in comparison to the lobes on these cams. Probably not a big market for 996 race cams these days. I'll just put them in a shadow box and hang 'em in the garage. [laugh]
Sinkers on a trout line?
Quote from: fastwin on July 24, 2008, 06:47:30 AM
I also have in my possession four of the most expensive paperweights you've ever seen! Anyone want to pay me an extravagant amount of money for a set of Ducati Corse race cams for a 996?? The tallest peaks in the Alps pale in comparison to the lobes on these cams. Probably not a big market for 996 race cams these days. I'll just put them in a shadow box and hang 'em in the garage. [laugh]
Hammers?
Quote from: fastwin on July 24, 2008, 06:47:30 AM
I also have in my possession four of the most expensive paperweights you've ever seen! Anyone want to pay me an extravagant amount of money for a set of Ducati Corse race cams for a 996?? The tallest peaks in the Alps pale in comparison to the lobes on these cams. Probably not a big market for 996 race cams these days. I'll just put them in a shadow box and hang 'em in the garage. [laugh]
Implants?
Yeah, I can see it now... "Are you happy to see me or are those just your camshafts?"
Nice lobes, baby.
Quote from: fastwin on July 24, 2008, 06:47:30 AM
Sold the house and Colin yesterday so I could pay off the service bill on the 916SPS. Probably worth it. [thumbsup] I now have the world's most expensive Tamburini bike and it looks and runs just like cdc's bike. :P I'll be taking that baby to the grave with me... too much damn money in it now to ever get rid of it. But, on the good side, it apparently does run normally. Idles and everything. I even got to see it do so with my own eyes. Will pick it up today and report back on the seat of the pants dyno readings.
I also have in my possession four of the most expensive paperweights you've ever seen! Anyone want to pay me an extravagant amount of money for a set of Ducati Corse race cams for a 996?? The tallest peaks in the Alps pale in comparison to the lobes on these cams. Probably not a big market for 996 race cams these days. I'll just put them in a shadow box and hang 'em in the garage. [laugh]
Ha, I've got a set of Daytona cams like that for my 91 ZX7 racebike. They were great for sustained high rpm horsepower like for the front straight at Texas World Speedway, but sucked for the shorter tracks where you needed midrange. Had to replace them with some Muzzy race cams, so now the Daytona cams sit in a box in the garage. I bet they'd work on your 92, fastwin!! Wanna trade?
[evil] ...C'mon Brian, swap 'em out. I mean it's just a couple bolts and maybe an hour's worth of labor, right? Cheap horse power...
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on July 21, 2008, 08:15:19 AM
Um, I think that's mandatory. We would never let you live it down if you did not! [leo]
i'll be living with a "fabulous" guy in uptown in like a month, if you want to switch.... you can ride the SS as much as you like if i can ride the S4 as much as i like... i'll pay good rent $$$! i can also help out with taking care of the boy (jade, not tommy)...but those girls i have no idea what's going on. i'm still trying to figure out why they were calling me a hobo hippo....
Quote from: McKraut on July 24, 2008, 09:36:37 PM
i'll be living with a "fabulous" guy in uptown in like a month, if you want to switch.... you can ride the SS as much as you like if i can ride the S4 as much as i like... i'll pay good rent $$$! i can also help out with taking care of the boy (jade, not tommy)...but those girls i have no idea what's going on. i'm still trying to figure out why they were calling me a hobo hippo....
hahaha, hobo hippo! new nickname?
Anything going on this weekend?
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 03:43:47 AM
Anything going on this weekend?
Yes sunday!! See the reunion thread!! Come on, it will be a blast. I have a route picked out and then hang with cory's family!
Seriously??
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/wan/766944015.html
wish i had a boat to lend...
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 04:42:32 AM
Seriously??
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/wan/766944015.html
Dude, aint that Nolan? The dude from dinner last night and was at Motopia on Sunday. The "pogo pepper"?
I like to go chill on boats, but man, your Duc? [bacon]
Its official... Sr. Member [thumbsup]
That is all...
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 05:53:01 AM
Its official... Sr. Member [thumbsup]
That is all...
Shameless promotion thread?
This IS the say ANYHTING thread [thumbsup]
... but Ill post it over there too just for shitz and gigglez (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=7269.30#bot)
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 06:08:31 AM
This IS the say ANYHTING thread [thumbsup]
... but Ill post it over there too just for shitz and gigglez (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=7269.30#bot)
See now that will be twice I have to click on a thread for this same thing. Do you know how hard it is to move a mouse and use an index finger? You owe
me us a [drink] now!
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 25, 2008, 06:14:04 AM
See now that will be twice I have to click on a thread for this same thing. Do you know how hard it is to move a mouse and use an index finger? You owe me us a [drink] now!
I know... and now Im almost to 260! I pay my debts, just tell me when and where!
Speaking of say anything... this board has reduced my productivity at work 10 fold. ;D
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 06:20:19 AM
Speaking of say anything... this board has reduced my productivity at work 10 fold. ;D
that's what happens when you're whoring around - post whore
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 25, 2008, 06:22:35 AM
that's what happens when you're whoring around - post whore
[laugh] ... guilty [leo]
Quote from: Ronr on July 24, 2008, 10:47:46 AM
Ha, I've got a set of Daytona cams like that for my 91 ZX7 racebike. They were great for sustained high rpm horsepower like for the front straight at Texas World Speedway, but sucked for the shorter tracks where you needed midrange. Had to replace them with some Muzzy race cams, so now the Daytona cams sit in a box in the garage. I bet they'd work on your 92, fastwin!! Wanna trade?
My ZX7 is a '90 model. Pristine example, clean, never down, not a scratch, Ohlins shock (I think?), braided lines, even the stock exhaust has never been off it!! Interested? It would help complete your ZX7 collection! It's in the fastest color too... Kawi greeen!!
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 06:20:19 AM
Speaking of say anything... this board has reduced my productivity at work 10 fold. ;D
What is this "productivity" thing you write about,
And exactly how does one fold it? ???
Quote from: The Evil Count Dookie-Duke on July 25, 2008, 06:44:24 AM
What is this "productivity" thing you write about,
And exactly how does one fold it? ???
Productivity = Not sure, but my boss tells me its tied directly to my employment and salary.
Fold it = See "kitchen points"
that's good! [laugh]
Quote from: fastwin on July 25, 2008, 06:43:01 AM
My ZX7 is a '90 model. Pristine example, clean, never down, not a scratch, Ohlins shock (I think?), braided lines, even the stock exhaust has never been off it!! Interested? It would help complete your ZX7 collection! It's in the fastest color too... Kawi greeen!!
'90 huh? I would sure like to see that. Isn't that the same as a '91 and Doug Chandler won the AMA championship on it? I have a "new" Muzzy exhaust that should fit, make you a deal!! Only dynoed once.
Ahh the ZX-7, broke my two wheelin cherry on one of those... :o
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 11:12:33 AM
Ahh the ZX-7, broke my two wheelin cherry on one of those... :o
That was my first one too
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 11:12:33 AM
Ahh the ZX-7, broke my two wheelin cherry on one of those... :o
me too! first sportbike I ever rode. First streetbike I ever rode. I think ???
Quote from: Ronr on July 25, 2008, 11:18:50 AM
That was my first one too
No way... Rode a friends '91 "7" that was my first time. Remembering back all I can recall was how damn heavy it was. :)
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 11:21:46 AM
No way... Rode a friends '91 "7" that was my first time. Remembering back all I can recall was how damn heavy it was. :)
Mine's a 91. Still have it, but doesn't work or even look good.
Quote from: Ronr on July 25, 2008, 11:29:33 AM
Mine's a 91. Still have it, but doesn't work or even look good.
I know you typed something there, but I couldn't read it............
Quote from: Ronr on July 25, 2008, 11:29:33 AM
Mine's a 91. Still have it, but doesn't work or even look good.
Would love to get a closer look at your avatar... err ahhh. ZX-7 :P
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 11:35:39 AM
Would love to get a closer look at your avatar
You gotta touch your nose to the screen, it takes a few minutes for your eyes to adjust, but no worries mate, they will [thumbsup]
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 25, 2008, 11:38:41 AM
You gotta touch your nose to the screen, it takes a few minutes for your eyes to adjust, but no worries mate, they will [thumbsup]
Keep that up and youll be getting North Korea (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=7144.30) done to your eyes!
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 25, 2008, 11:42:12 AM
Keep that up and youll be getting North Korea (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=7144.30) done to your eyes!
well atleast I'll be able to wear my new blue blocker shades
Quote from: Ronr on July 25, 2008, 11:29:33 AM
Mine's a 91. Still have it, but doesn't work or even look good.
Dude, is there any way you could make that Avatar "scratch-n-sniff"? :o
I need me some 3D glasses with pantyvision
;D Yeah RonR since you got the new avatar my computer screen has never been so clean - I'm not talkin' windex - I KEEP LICKING IT !
Quote from: Ronr on July 25, 2008, 12:46:41 PM
I need me some 3D glasses with pantyvision
your avatar is smiling at me
Quote from: McKraut on July 25, 2008, 01:15:56 PM
your avatar is smiling at me
That's funny, cause' I started smiling at his new avatar. ;D
I am speechless but one more post closer to hero. [roll] ;D
***
How weird would it be if that was a guy?? [laugh]
Quote from: Ronr on July 25, 2008, 12:46:41 PM
I need me some 3D glasses with pantyvision
Nice avatar...
Reminds me of this...
(http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/6438/yellowducyg9.jpg)
sweet
let it be known, yellow is the fastest color sweet heyzeus that is nice
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 26, 2008, 12:25:05 AM
let it be known, yellow is the fastest color sweet heyzeus that is nice
No need to call me sweet ;) but thanks anyways...
Anyone heard from Scott (id est, the post whore)? I'm worried. Maybe his iPhone is broken.
could he have possibly found something more entertaining to do than post-whoring??
Monday morning forcast in Ohio
63 for the low
84 for the high
no rain, sunny a scattered cloud here and there,
but all in all a great day for riding!! [evil]
Monday morning forecast in DFW
104°F for the low ;D
104°F for the high :-X
no rain, sunny... scattered clouds if seen will be shot.
But all in all a great day for riding!! [evil]
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on July 28, 2008, 03:57:24 AM
Monday morning forecast in DFW
104°F for the low ;D
104°F for the high :-X
no rain, sunny... scattered clouds if seen will be shot.
But all in all a great day for riding!! [evil]
they said yesterday's DFW temp of 105 was the highest since august of 2006.
TOOOOOOOOO HOT TO RIDE!!! Come up here, the weather is sweet!! ;D
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on July 28, 2008, 05:28:37 AM
TOOOOOOOOO HOT TO RIDE!!! Come up here, the weather is sweet!! ;D
Are you kidding, we'd freeze to death! [cheeky]
Rolled her over the 2000 mile mark yesterday and it was HOT... DAMN HOT.
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 28, 2008, 06:00:44 AM
Are you kidding, we'd freeze to death! [cheeky]
Thats funny because the other day it was 55 and I was cold!!!
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 28, 2008, 06:14:14 AM
Rolled her over the 2000 mile mark yesterday and it was HOT... DAMN HOT.
I've done almost 2K miles since I've been up in ohio for 3 weeks! [laugh]
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on July 28, 2008, 06:44:51 AM
Thats funny because the other day it was 55 and I was cold!!!
I've done almost 2K miles since I've been up in ohio for 3 weeks! [laugh]
Man... any good jobs in Ohio? [laugh]
Quote from: Kevin848 on July 28, 2008, 07:30:29 AM
Man... any good jobs in Ohio? [laugh]
They need snow plow operators 6-months out of the year... ;D
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on July 28, 2008, 07:35:06 AM
They need snow plow operators 6-months out of the year... ;D
TRUE THAT!!
and that sucks!!
I think the whole DFWDFM has turned into a "Say Anything Thread" It's starting to get a bit ridiculous [roll]
Quote from: bryant8 on July 28, 2008, 08:26:29 AM
I think the whole DFWDFM has turned into a "Say Anything Thread" It's starting to get a bit ridiculous [roll]
yep... a lot of noise, not much content.
word
Whoa, hold your horses!! This IS the say anything thread!! So say it man!! (or woman)
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on July 28, 2008, 10:26:15 AM
Whoa, hold your horses!! This IS the say anything thread!! So say it man!! (or woman)
That's why I said it here!
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on July 28, 2008, 07:35:06 AM
They need snow plow operators 6-months out of the year... ;D
Exactly! I have spent too much of my life in the north thus far. Will not move back there unless it means having the money to keep at least three Ducs in my garage! [thumbsup]
north > south
Theres always snow mobiles (http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/icons/naughty.gif)
Todays forecast in Ohio is 63 for a low, and 88 for the high. No rain just beautiful. ;D
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on July 29, 2008, 04:48:39 AM
Todays forecast in Ohio is 63 for a low, and 88 for the high. No rain just beautiful. ;D
Optimism: I don't have to roll down my windows after getting on the bike today after work so it can cool down. [thumbsup]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on July 29, 2008, 04:52:35 AM
Optimism: I don't have to roll down my windows after getting on the bike today after work so it can cool down. [thumbsup]
[thumbsup]
uh oh...looks like there's a woot-off today at woot.com. it's going to be hard to watch the board today...though i probably don't need to be buying more crap since i'm trying to get rid of all of mine currently.
btw, anyone need a brand new rear pirelli diablo rosso? 180/55.....
Quote from: McKraut on July 29, 2008, 05:32:29 AM
btw, anyone need a brand new rear pirelli diablo rosso? 180/55.....
I'm gonna need new shoes here pretty soon.
I need to get some leathers for track day in October and for hill country trip. Got any?
Quote from: McKraut on July 29, 2008, 05:32:29 AM
uh oh...looks like there's a woot-off today at woot.com. it's going to be hard to watch the board today...though i probably don't need to be buying more crap since i'm trying to get rid of all of mine currently.
btw, anyone need a brand new rear pirelli diablo rosso? 180/55.....
dammit woot off
Quote from: Bonwilder on July 29, 2008, 07:12:14 AM
I need to get some leathers for track day in October and for hill country trip. Got any?
i can definitely help you pick out leathers....
Quote from: McKraut on July 29, 2008, 08:52:04 AM
i can definitely buy you leathers....
fixed it for you [thumbsup]
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 29, 2008, 08:53:47 AM
fixed it for you [thumbsup]
hey, if modeling said leathers of my choosing is involved, that may actually not be a bad deal at all...
Quote from: McKraut on July 29, 2008, 08:55:59 AM
hey, if modeling said leathers of my choosing is involved, that may actually not be a bad deal at all...
Done
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on July 29, 2008, 08:57:25 AM
Done
oh....well then it's on...
(http://www.anytimecostumes.com/chatter/wp-content/themes/alwaysfresh/images/fiesty-feline-sexy.jpg)
Quote from: McKraut on July 29, 2008, 09:06:48 AM
oh....well then it's on...
(http://www.anytimecostumes.com/chatter/wp-content/themes/alwaysfresh/images/fiesty-feline-sexy.jpg)
Wow! Not enough plastic surgery to make me look like that, but I will give it a try! Might look funny riding the bike on hill country trip wearing that though, also, if I lay the bike down (which I have only done twice this year) my arms and well...you know...might be F-ed. Still, that's hot! Are we going to have a Halloween party this year?
if we are, i found a costume for the svoloch!
(http://boifromtroy.com/wp-content/atrociousheshe480.jpg)
I think I will go home now. Look for post tomorrow about the nightmare I am going to have.
McKraut, DUDE, please don't do that again. [puke]
Rich, come on man! That is wrong!! I do not want to see patrick in that outfit either. That was wrong!!!
Wrong, wrong wrong, thats just wrong!
Okay tom thats enough already, STOP!!! you are wrong!!
Well, up comes my breakfast. [puke] Stuff that gnarly should only be posted after midnight and with a warning disclaimer. :P
All this time I thought Alan liked Halloween
I am!! But like this:
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x60/alamin115/DSC01855.jpg)
not like you are putting up!
AWESOME!!!!
CJ just cracked the top 10 for time online.
Quote from: McKraut on July 29, 2008, 09:20:29 AM
if we are, i found a costume for the svoloch!
(http://boifromtroy.com/wp-content/atrociousheshe480.jpg)
nothing to add. just wanted this pic to stay visible. buy me drinks, and I promise to never wear this.
Quote from: The Svoloch on July 31, 2008, 02:49:42 PM
nothing to add. just wanted this pic to stay visible. buy me drinks, and I promise to never wear this.
Translation: Buy me enough drinks and I'll take this off for you!
Quote from: NorDog on July 31, 2008, 05:52:45 PM
Translation: Buy me enough drinks and I'll take this off for you!
*shudder*
Quote from: bryant8 on July 31, 2008, 12:09:18 PM
CJ just cracked the top 10 for time online.
I'm a statistic. :P
Quote from: NorDog on July 31, 2008, 05:52:45 PM
Translation: Buy me enough drinks and I'll take this off for you!
i always just assumed that's what girls are thinking in their heads...
then you hook up with some girl who's really "damaged" and you become the "greatest thing that's ever happened to them" though you were just thinking the whole time "why did i think that sixth drink was a good idea?" and you don't know how to just stop talking to them without sending them into this downward spiral that ultimately leads to some pathetic suicide attempt, which would ultimately be pinned on you of course, when you just really wanted a girl that could put up with a little of your crap and give some shit back to you when you deserve it, and have some god d**m opinions on current events for make the beast with two backss sake. that could just be me, though.
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/342931197_YMd7M-L.jpg)
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/342969499_HUuMD-L.jpg)
Thanks for the beers fellas. [beer]
Quote from: McKraut on July 31, 2008, 09:13:39 PM"...then you hook up with some girl who's really "damaged" and you become the "greatest thing that's ever happened to them" though you were just thinking the whole time "why did i think that sixth drink was a good idea?" and you don't know how to just stop talking to them without sending them into this downward spiral that ultimately leads to some pathetic suicide attempt, which would ultimately be pinned on you of course, when you just really wanted a girl that could put up with a little of your crap and give some shit back to you when you deserve it, and have some god d**m opinions on current events for make the beast with two backss sake. that could just be me, though..."
Wow.
I've met that chick. [roll]
like more than once... [cheeky]
Is ink murder?
Quote from: dallas2r on July 31, 2008, 11:34:50 PM
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/342931197_YMd7M-L.jpg)
Quote from: dallas2r on July 31, 2008, 11:34:50 PM
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/342931197_YMd7M-L.jpg)
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/342969499_HUuMD-L.jpg)
Thanks for the beers fellas. [beer]
what the F? you guys went out and got ink without alerting me? is it because i told you at like 11pm that i was still trying to clean up the loft, and you felt left out? i blame jesus. (lou's still cool, though)
so...details? lower greenville, deep ellum? how much did you cry? and will this finally make your calves measure up to mine??
I looks like the place down from The Dubliner.
Ink is NOT murder; but electrolycis is.
Quote from: dallas2r on July 31, 2008, 11:34:50 PM
(http://pixl8.smugmug.com/photos/342969499_HUuMD-L.jpg)
i sure see the svoloch in this shirt a lot...like the last four times i've seen him i think.
They did tell you that shit doesn't come off right? [laugh]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 01, 2008, 05:09:40 AM
Is ink murder?
This is probably the only case where a
bloody calf is NOT murder. ;D
Quote from: McKraut on August 01, 2008, 05:12:34 AM
what the F? you guys went out and got ink without alerting me? is it because i told you at like 11pm that i was still trying to clean up the loft, and you felt left out? i blame jesus. (lou's still cool, though)
so...details? lower greenville, deep ellum? how much did you cry? and will this finally make your calves measure up to mine??
We called you afterwords but didn't want your calves to feel inadequate so it wasn't mentioned. There was no crying, but there was much grimacing when he came around to the shin bone. Oh yes... :o
Quote from: NorDog on August 01, 2008, 06:42:36 AM
I looks like the place down from The Dubliner.
BINGO... good eye.
Quote from: fastwin on August 01, 2008, 06:59:17 AM
They did tell you that shit doesn't come off right? [laugh]
DAMN IT!!!! >:(
[laugh]
I've been thinking of gettng some ink; a lot of ink.
4 more hours in the past Monday... many more to go :P
(http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/tat2.jpg)
Quote from: dallas2r on August 01, 2008, 07:17:34 AM
We called you afterwords but didn't want your calves to feel inadequate so it wasn't mentioned. There was no crying, but there was much grimacing when he came around to the shin bone. Oh yes... :o
you called me
after you got the tat? well, now i'm hurt...
you're just lucky you have a cool gf that hangs out with girls that think i'm cute, mister.
Rich, you gotta join up with the flash mob sometime. [thumbsup]
Quote from: McKraut on August 01, 2008, 08:55:51 AM
you're just lucky you have a cool gf that hangs out with girls that think i'm cute, mister.
At least I have a picture of her kissing me! [evil]
is it happy hour yet?
Quote from: bryant8 on August 01, 2008, 09:07:51 AM
Rich, you gotta join up with the flash mob sometime. [thumbsup]
hey...the last flash mob outing i was at, the svoloch was riding a hypertard and wearing dress shoes and scott was in flip flops and we just sat around snacking on chips... then when i'm not around someone gets a tat, wth...
Well maybe you should go get one yourself?? but call everyone when you are almost done! [thumbsup]
Quote from: littleyellowduc (LYD) on August 01, 2008, 11:12:34 AM
Well maybe you should go get one yourself?? but call everyone when you are almost done! [thumbsup]
i can't give teh bodily flooids though if i get ink done. i'll just be happy with what i've got
So I guess Tommy's 1098s must have been delivered today. He hasn't posted up all day, must be out riding
Quote from: bryant8 on August 01, 2008, 03:10:35 PM
So I guess Tommy's 1098s must have been delivered today. He hasn't posted up all day, must be out riding
Yea, that and the new PS would keep anyone away from the board.... [moto]
Damn those motorcycles. Think of all the time wasted out riding when you could be here posting [evil]
Quote from: bryant8 on August 01, 2008, 03:10:35 PM
So I guess Tommy's 1098s must have been delivered today. He hasn't posted up all day, must be out riding
NOOP, i got the key in the mail, Bon made room for the other bike in the garage, called the shipper and asked for an eta............."oh yeah the Ducati from Miami to TX, bout 5 more days." [bang] [bang] [bang]
Then I lie to myself to make me feel better by saying........it's too hot to ride anyway. [bacon]
how much did they charge you for the ship from miami to dallas?
im about to move up to nyc and am thinking about shipping my bike up there with me or just selling it down here and using that plus what i would have used to ship it to get another one up there.... hmmm
Quote from: rsoffar on August 02, 2008, 06:35:29 AM
how much did they charge you for the ship from miami to dallas?
im about to move up to nyc and am thinking about shipping my bike up there with me or just selling it down here and using that plus what i would have used to ship it to get another one up there.... hmmm
$550.00 www.idtransport.com
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on August 02, 2008, 06:28:09 AM
Then I lie to myself to make me feel better by saying........it's too hot to ride anyway. [bacon]
that is a true statement....you could fry [bacon] on the sidewalk, and it's not even noon.
Bleh, jury duty tomorrow morning [coffee]
New backup to replace stolen one [thumbsup]
(http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/img.ebags.com/is/image/im1/115681_1_1?)
Thanks to the Mrs.
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 07, 2008, 05:15:14 AM
New backup to replace stolen one [thumbsup]
(http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/img.ebags.com/is/image/im1/115681_1_1?)
Thanks to the Mrs.
Nice--roomy???
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 07, 2008, 05:15:14 AM
New backup to replace stolen one [thumbsup]
(http://a1472.g.akamaitech.net/f/1472/124/4h/img.ebags.com/is/image/im1/115681_1_1?)
http://www.tumi.com
Thanks to the Mrs.
Very cool! [thumbsup]
i'm tellin' ya', i'm seriously reconsidering this whole spousal unit thing....it seems like some of them turn out to be a "good" thing, and even "fun"? i haven't quite wrapped my head around it...but it seems you have a decent one. my potentials have always proved to be defective.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 07, 2008, 05:16:36 AM
Nice--roomy???
Not to much but that front flap un-hooks and the cords stretch open to hold a full-face helmet.
Quote from: McKraut on August 07, 2008, 05:18:12 AM
i'm tellin' ya', i'm seriously reconsidering this whole spousal unit thing....it seems like some of them turn out to be a "good" thing, and even "fun"? i haven't quite wrapped my head around it...but it seems you have a decent one. my potentials have always proved to be defective.
She's cool. There are def more defects than not... stay wary my friend.
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 07, 2008, 05:15:14 AM
New backup
Mucho Nice [thumbsup]
How're you doin' on the other stuff?!?
Backpack holding helmet...
(http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/backpack.jpg)
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on August 07, 2008, 05:25:11 AM
Mucho Nice [thumbsup]
How're you doin' on the other stuff?!?
Replaced lost cell phone and iPod Touch with iPhone 3G
Replaced Laptop with slightly better one, bigger battery.
No new pistol. Yet ;D
Thanks for asking DLS!
Anyone know the name of that Queen song that ends with the line "gimme gimme fried chicken" ?? [bang]
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 07, 2008, 05:52:03 AM
Anyone know the name of that Queen song that ends with the line "gimme gimme fried chicken" ?? [bang]
"One Vision"
....and now back to the new B-52s :D
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on August 07, 2008, 05:57:00 AM
....and now back to the new B-52s :D
haha ... Rock Lobster
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 07, 2008, 05:58:34 AM
haha ... Rock Lobster
lyrics from "Funplex" - Faster Pussycat, thrill, thrill. I'm at the mall on a diet pill. [laugh]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on August 07, 2008, 05:59:47 AM
Freddy rocks [thumbsup]
Freddy's dead :P
Freddy was a champion
Going to see a Pussycat about a Machiatto. [coffee]
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on August 07, 2008, 05:57:00 AM
....and now back to the new B-52s :D
i hear they're touring...or something. how is that possible??
I saw the B-52s at the taste of Addison concert about 3 years ago. They were outstanding.
Quote from: McKraut on August 07, 2008, 08:01:22 AM
i hear they're touring...or something. how is that possible??
They're mostly still alive & together [thumbsup]
mostly
Oceane's color has returned to normal!
Going to the pool with the kids!
La dolce vita! Ciao - ;) :-*
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 07, 2008, 06:01:33 AM
Freddy was a champion
So was Booger
Man I like that shirt
was walking through a typically picturesque park in Switzerland, and saw a statue of Charlie Chaplin. was thinking "that's cool", since although Charlie Chaplin was British, he actually died in Vevey, not far from said park I was walking in... then I came across a Freddie Mercury statue, and I had to call it out to my host. dude.... Freddie Mercury? park in Switzerland? is there some weird tie in I'm missing here? apparently not. apparently, the swiss just really loved Freddie Mercury. It makes sense, the swiss are notoriously prissy, mildly xenophobic, and wildly straight laced. what's not to love about a gay, indian, zoroastrian rocker?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/6/6c/Freddieinmontreux.jpg/800px-Freddieinmontreux.jpg)
Quote from: The Svoloch on August 09, 2008, 05:54:22 AM
was walking through a typically picturesque park in Switzerland, and saw a statue of Charlie Chaplin. was thinking "that's cool", since although Charlie Chaplin was British, he actually died in Vevey, not far from said park I was walking in... then I came across a Freddie Mercury statue, and I had to call it out to my host. dude.... Freddie Mercury? park in Switzerland? is there some weird tie in I'm missing here? apparently not. apparently, the swiss just really loved Freddie Mercury. It makes sense, the swiss are notoriously prissy, mildly xenophobic, and wildly straight laced. what's not to love about a gay, indian, zoroastrian rocker?
Casino, or Call Center?!?
(http://icanhascheezburger.files.wordpress.com/2008/08/funny-pictures-the-diversity-committee.jpg)
dot or feathers
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 09, 2008, 08:40:21 AM
dot or feathers
Doesn't matter, apparently the Feather ones are going to win"
In India, people hardly quit smoking. Blame literacy!
February 14, 2008 11:44 IST
About 50 per cent of people dying in India due to smoking are illiterates, says a study by the World Health Organisation.
"This shows the need for pictorial warnings as the illiterate people cannot read written warnings and need pictorial warnings to tell them about the dangers of smoking," WHO member Poonam Singh said.
According to Prabhat Jha, author of the study, the rate of quitting smoking across the world is higher than that in India.
While in India, the rate of quitting smoking is just two per cent, China scores with nine per cent even as the country did not use pictorial warnings.
"It was the awareness created through the media, which helped in the Chinese case."
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on August 09, 2008, 08:55:23 AM
Doesn't matter, apparently the Feather ones are going to win"
In India, people hardly quit smoking. Blame literacy!
February 14, 2008 11:44 IST
About 50 per cent of people dying in India due to smoking are illiterates, says a study by the World Health Organisation.
"This shows the need for pictorial warnings as the illiterate people cannot read written warnings and need pictorial warnings to tell them about the dangers of smoking," WHO member Poonam Singh said.
According to Prabhat Jha, author of the study, the rate of quitting smoking across the world is higher than that in India.
While in India, the rate of quitting smoking is just two per cent, China scores with nine per cent even as the country did not use pictorial warnings.
"It was the awareness created through the media, which helped in the Chinese case."
You would think all the coughing and not being able to breathe would have clued them in.
one would think so...
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 09, 2008, 08:40:21 AM
dot or feathers
(http://emoticons4u.com/dressed/bek127.gif)
(http://emoticons4u.com/dressed/bek194.gif)
Wow, just got home from our New Mexico vacation. Did I miss anything? Thought about you guys when we rode the ski lift at Angel Fire and it was sprinkling rain (remember that?) and was 56 degrees! Due to lightning we were the only people on the lift and they scooted us right back down the mountain... some sort of liability problem with folks getting fried in gondolas during lightning. :P
Had a daily animal menagerie of cabin visitors. Mule deer, turkey (oh yeah, bet your ass I watched them like a hawk!), raccons, skunks and fox. Had four hummingbird feeders up and we counted over 25+ birds fighting everyday over the feeders. What a hoot. Great entertainment while sitting on the covered front porch sipping a cold adult beverage glancing at the pine covered mountains in the background in 70 degree weather. Ahhhh! This makes up for Lisa's Mexico beach vacation!! [cheeky]
Can't wait to catch up on the DMF stuff and meet up with you guys. Also, couldn't stop thinking about the upcoming Arkansas trip! That's what will happen when you are surrounded by mountains and curvy roads and you don't have a bike!! Lot's of scooters up there but they were all Harleys... kinda coitus interruptus of the motorcycle kind!! [laugh] Wanted to see at least one or two sport or sport touring bikes, but no... nothing but Harleys and metric cruisers. Bummer.
Quote from: fastwin on August 09, 2008, 09:39:45 PM
Wow, just got home from our New Mexico vacation. Did I miss anything? Thought about you guys when we rode the ski lift at Angel Fire and it was sprinkling rain (remember that?) and was 56 degrees! Due to lightning we were the only people on the lift and they scooted us right back down the mountain... some sort of liability problem with folks getting fried in gondolas during lightning. :P
Had a daily animal menagerie of cabin visitors. Mule deer, turkey (oh yeah, bet your ass I watched them like a hawk!), raccons, skunks and fox. Had four hummingbird feeders up and we counted over 25+ birds fighting everyday over the feeders. What a hoot. Great entertainment while sitting on the covered front porch sipping a cold adult beverage glancing at the pine covered mountains in the background in 70 degree weather. Ahhhh! This makes up for Lisa's Mexico beach vacation!! [cheeky]
Can't wait to catch up on the DMF stuff and meet up with you guys. Also, couldn't stop thinking about the upcoming Arkansas trip! That's what will happen when you are surrounded by mountains and curvy roads and you don't have a bike!! Lot's of scooters up there but they were all Harleys... kinda coitus interruptus of the motorcycle kind!! [laugh] Wanted to see at least one or two sport or sport touring bikes, but no... nothing but Harleys and metric cruisers. Bummer.
Hey Fastwin, welcome back... we certainly missed you! Glad to hear you had a good time. Where is this place that you went to? We have been trying to plan a vacation all summer with no luck!
Hey Brian - glad you're back. Sounds like a fun trip... O.K. really damn fine trip! I love the mountains but most of all I love the cooler temps.... Mmmm, sweater weather :D
While you were in New Mexico, we were in Arkansas on Lake Greeson and it was gorgeous; cabin on the lake, hot tub, highs in the low 90's, bit of rain at night to bring it down to 65... And of course the usual, ridiculously perfect, moto roads WITH NO ONE ON THEM.
Ever.
Thank God we had the Dodge M1A1 main battle wagon or no telling what could have happened.
The boys did some fishing and I worked on a painting. We also rented a pontoon boat for one day (Alfa's first boat ride, see pix ;D) and got caught out in this bizarre freak lightning storm... 50 million mile-an-hour winds, impenetrable sheets of rain, wave crests to 250 feet... coast guard helicopters, search lights... tracers... Kamkazis. Everything.
Anyway, here's a few pix from the Minnow's 3 hour tour (...a three hour tour...) :
The Professor, Thurston Howl the III, and Ginger:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1030317-1.jpg)
Ginger caught in a candid moment just before the shit really hit the fan:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1030319.jpg)
Good to be back home now though so I can post on the DMF and not ride my motorcycle(s); God, how I hate riding motorcycles. What a drag - I'm surprised Ducati just doesn't give 'em away. Pay that much money to just have "fun"? C'mon, give me a break.
Where's Lake Greeson? Sounds like fun. Happy to say I've got you beat on the temps though!! [laugh] Kevin, I'll bore you with the trip details later over lunch or beer. The short version (bet you thought I couldn't do this did you?) is my family, not me, has an old cabin outside of Cimarron, NM. It's in the Red River, Eagles Nest, Angel Fire area west of Taos.
what's with everyone taking cool trips and vacations...i'm just happy when the dallas temps dip below 105 and less than 60% humidity....i feel like it's paradise.
and what the hell is a mule deer?
Quote from: McKraut on August 10, 2008, 12:36:05 PM...and what the hell is a mule deer?
It kind of looks like a baby moose... but is a deer -big and stocky like a moose- but smaller than a moose, kind of like a deer.
-but it's not a deer like you're used to thinking of 'em, nor a moose.
It's a mule deer.
You would have a bad day if you tried to run one over with anything other than a tank.
Take your standard issue TX white tail deer, make it a little bigger (not much) and give it big mule-like ears. Or swipe some jackrabbitt ears and super glue them to your favorite deer... voila! Mule deer. [thumbsup] [bacon]
Lake Greeson is about an hour southwest of Hot Springs. We stay at a place called Self Creek, near Daisy (population 115). It's got 2 - 3 bedroom, fully furnished cabins. Great set up for families. The place has 9 cabins available with a good size marina and boats for rent. We've stayed there now about 4 times - Spring Break or several days in the summer. Top notch and really out in the middle of scenic nowhere, about 5 hours from Dallas (could prolly make it in 2 1/2 if I were on the SBK) [evil]
http://www.selfcreek.com/
Quote from: Cher on August 10, 2008, 07:13:41 PM
Great set up for families
i'll have to get me one of those... :-\
Know where Daisy is for sure. Been through there many times and had a probation officer in my court from near there of all places. Sounds great. Is there a bad place in Arkansas and does it have any bad roads? I doubt it. [moto] Why on God's green earth don't more peeps go on the Arkansas rides?? The roads are killer and in great shape and there is no one on them. Sure the hill country is good, I lived in Austin for ten years from 1970-80 when no one lived in the hill country and you had all the roads to yourself. Not anymore. Well, it's still the 70's-80's in Arkansas and their roads are in much better shape and there are more mountains (OK, make that Arkansas "mountains" not Colorado mountains... but mountains compared to TX!!) that make for great curvy twisties!! You folks are truly missing a great, fun ride in a month's time if you choose not to go. That's fine, leave all the fun to me, Swanny, Mike and John. See if I care. [laugh] You will miss my rivoting, longwinded tales of yesteryear over drinks at the end of the day. Ooops, maybe I shouldn't mention that. After all I'm trying to get more people to go. :P
I really hope to go on the next Arkansas trip. The roads I've been on are no comparison to TX or Okie roads, surface quality-wise. Nice and smooth and really twisty when you're in the "mountains".
Riding back home from work today was great! I only caught one light sprinkle and my air temp readings were no higher that 86*. I forgot how nice temps in the 80s can be!
All those storms around the metroplex this afternoon and we didn't get a single drop [bang]
I always thought it would be kinda cool to have a car that would spit fire when you shifted down a gear... kinda the whole race car effect... That is until I saw this:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/backfire.jpg)
No catalytic converters + turbo + really high compression = Mazda flambe. ZOOM-ZOOM [bacon]
Michael Phelps, 3 for 3 gold with two world records so far... :o [clap]
Quote from: Cher on August 11, 2008, 06:49:43 PM
I always thought it would be kinda cool to have a car that would spit fire when you shifted down a gear... kinda the whole race car effect... That is until I saw this:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/backfire.jpg)
No catalytic converters + turbo + really high compression = Mazda flambe. ZOOM-ZOOM [bacon]
mmm marshmallows
i shouldn't have put $5k on the guy from the GB huh... uh ohh...
jesus christ.... chen yibing on the rings.....crazy. absolutely crazy. the dude must have sold his soul to saytan or something to be able to do that crap...it's just not natural
Quote from: McKraut on August 11, 2008, 08:08:12 PM
jesus christ.... chen yibing on the rings.....crazy. absolutely crazy. the dude must have sold his soul to saytan or something to be able to do that crap...it's just not natural
[evil] It's not his soul to sell!!- it belongs to the sons & daughters of Mao ! :-\
how about US Soccer? after the Dutch coach publicly badmouthed the US, we spanked him all over the field. if it had not been for the last minute foul and penalty shot, it would have been a stellar win, as it is, the tie ought to be humiliating enough for them ;)
as it is, if we tie or beat Nigeria, we wander into the semifinals.... so far the semifinals have brazil, italy, and argentina... that would be good company to be in!!! it would be nice to see us beat Italy, after the world cup match where we outplayed them but did not secure the win...
Yeah that was awesome. The dude on the rings, missed the soccer. Hell, it hurt my neck and shoulders just to watch it but I had to. Just incredible!
Speaking of flaming exhaust. Remember how the factory R1s of Haga and company in World SBK would belch fire on decel going into turns last year? Don't see that this year at all. Wonder why? Looked really cool... as I am sure the RX7 owner would agree!
And speaking of belching fire, this dumbass while reprogramming his thermostat to save money while on vacation (won't catch me saving any $$ again!) didn't flip the switch back to "run" and left it on "reset" so the AC NEVER ran for the entire week. Translation: the house was about 92 when we got home and any $$ savings were shot since the AC ran for like 20 hours straight. Oooh, wait, here's the painful part... the TIVO overheated and shut down so none of the Brands Hatch World SBK races were recorded!! Now that's painful! :P Someone please tell me it was a boring race not worth watching. [bang]
Quote from: fastwin on August 12, 2008, 06:22:55 AM
Someone please tell me it was a boring race not worth watching. [bang]
it was a boring race not worth watching.
i never turn the AC on in my place...i am one with the sweat.
Low to mid 90's forcasted today so it should only be 101!!! ;D
(http://penny-arcade.com/images/2008/20080811.jpg)
HAHA ... "Your mom is a classy lady" [laugh]
You lost me there :P
Quote from: Kaptain DLS on August 15, 2008, 09:08:16 AM
ommyta's in the arkda
that's wierd, cause he usually likes it with the ightla on. :)
Sorry its a gamer nerd kinda thing :-\ I got a really good laugh out of it. (http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/Icons/nerd.gif)
Quote from: Kevin848 on August 15, 2008, 09:24:03 AM
Sorry its a gamer nerd kinda thing :-\ I got a really good laugh out of it.
Really?? I was thinking it was the "jock / bully" kinda thing.........I was way off
Quote from: ommyta on August 15, 2008, 09:26:33 AM
Really?? I was thinking it was the "jock / bully" kinda thing.........I was way off
you're teh lame.
Decals. Status: DELIVERED! [thumbsup]
WooHoo! [clap]
i'm excited to see the finished product mang!
Well, just traded the Sprint back for one fine-running 695--7k service complete. [thumbsup]
damage?
Quote from: McKraut on August 15, 2008, 11:47:35 AM
damage?
$467.58
+ $11.00 for this really cool patch I just had to have... :D
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 15, 2008, 11:57:03 AM
$467.58
+ $11.00 for this really cool patch I just had to have... :D
not bad...getting ready to take the monster in for 6000 mile service.
Hey, Rich D, check this out: http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9375.0
;)
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on August 15, 2008, 11:07:28 AM
Decals. Status: DELIVERED! [thumbsup]
WooHoo! [clap]
Sweet! I dont remember if you said ... is the puggle pod getting yellow paint to match your moto? Super Duke is gonna have a super cool ride! [moto] He does need a cape though at least for a few pics :)
Quote from: ThelmaLou on August 15, 2008, 03:28:08 PM
Sweet! I dont remember if you said ... is the puggle pod getting yellow paint to match your moto? Super Duke is gonna have a super cool ride! [moto] He does need a cape though at least for a few pics :)
Cape? Maybe for pictures... ;D
Yellow? YES!!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 15, 2008, 02:55:18 PM
Hey, Rich D, check this out: http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9375.0
Replied to the thread. THANKS!!! [thumbsup]
:)
http://www.blackle.com/
for you green minded folks [thumbsup] [laugh]
Bah, my iPhone just bricked for some odd reason
Quote from: bryant8 on August 20, 2008, 11:22:24 AM
Bah, my iPhone just bricked for some odd reason
Im already on my 2nd one ???
Sun's out - gone swimming! :-* ;)
Quote from: Bonwilder on August 20, 2008, 01:04:11 PM
Sun's out - gone swimming! :-* ;)
That was smart!(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20202679/331083941.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20202679/331083936.jpg)
Are those our kids under the chairs? WOW!!!
What? We had fun! [thumbsup] [laugh]
This is really cool... http://livelabs.com/photosynth/
When do the kids go back to school?
Bah, the bike I was thinking about for a project has been taken off the market. Dude got a relative interested in taking it now... sounds like cold feet.
Quote from: bryant8 on August 21, 2008, 08:39:44 AM
Bah, the bike I was thinking about for a project has been taken off the market. Dude got a relative interested in taking it now... sounds like cold feet.
Thought you're going to pick up the Monza?!?
PM me w/ specifics
A salvage 748 popped up on CL yesterday, but the seller got cold feet when I told him I could pick it up this weekend
Today is a big day for this new plant I am at, the CEO Rick wagnor is coming here today to announce our next product the chevy cruze. it will be all over CNN and many other networks. I will be there watching so if they show the crowd I might be in the picture. Wearing a blue long sleeved dress shirt.
Also I'm not sure if everyone saw it, Gm is offering employee pricing for everyone, the only catch is that is the only incentive now. So as for brian getting his truck with GM employee pricing and he got all the incentives with it!! Glad you got it, and by the way how is it running!
New iPhone update [thumbsup]
Quote from: General Charming on August 21, 2008, 11:15:17 AM
New iPhone update [thumbsup]
Yeah, me too! It fixed all those bugs that I didn't know about, and none of the ones I still have. Have they hired Microsoft developers?
Quote from: bryant8 on August 21, 2008, 09:19:40 AM
PM me w/ specifics
A salvage 748 popped up on CL yesterday, but the seller got cold feet when I told him I could pick it up this weekend
Yeah, I don't know what's up with that guy. His ad is up and down once or twice a day, then gone for a day or two, then back at a different price. I think I've seen it up a total of 5 times. Last night it was up (with no pics) with still a different price, and a long description about the salvage title, history, and current condition of the bike. Now the ad is gone again today.
He says his little brother expressed interest in finishing the restore on it and is holding off on selling it until he can make his mind up. Supposedly he'll email me back when he finally decides
Quote from: BarneePhife on August 21, 2008, 12:17:58 PM
Yeah, me too! It fixed all those bugs that I didn't know about, and none of the ones I still have. Have they hired Microsoft developers?
+1e6
Quote from: bryant8 on August 21, 2008, 12:27:34 PM
He says his little brother expressed interest in finishing the restore on it and is holding off on selling it until he can make his mind up. Supposedly he'll email me back when he finally decides
Hmmm... Sounds like a scam!
Anything
anything thread
Should I watch, Live Free or Die Hard... or the 2007 MotoGP Review?
Try South Park
Bleh, SouthPark is not entertaining... these are my Netflix that just arrived
Quote from: bryant8 on August 22, 2008, 07:06:25 PM
Bleh, SouthPark is not entertaining... these are my Netflix that just arrived
better than the five channels i have to keep me company while i get stuff ready for tomorrow
Dude, use my motogp login/pw and at least watch some racing
Quote from: bryant8 on August 22, 2008, 07:06:25 PM
Bleh, SouthPark is not entertaining... these are my Netflix that just arrived
Sorry.
Plus I don't have cable, I just do netflix, a few video games, and a book every now and again
books? wtf....that's what http://www.drudgereport.com/ is for....or huge MP3 libraries
Quote from: LYDBLQ on August 21, 2008, 10:19:21 AM
Today is a big day for this new plant I am at, the CEO Rick wagnor is coming here today to announce our next product the chevy cruze. it will be all over CNN and many other networks. I will be there watching so if they show the crowd I might be in the picture. Wearing a blue long sleeved dress shirt.
Also I'm not sure if everyone saw it, Gm is offering employee pricing for everyone, the only catch is that is the only incentive now. So as for brian getting his truck with GM employee pricing and he got all the incentives with it!! Glad you got it, and by the way how is it running!
Very nice indeed and thank you again for all the help. Next up is getting the bed coated with Rhino-liner like my last three trucks. [thumbsup] But damn they are obnoxiously big. Absolutely no freaking reason for a 1/2 ton, 2wd pick up to be that damn tall!! Stupid. Dodge started this shit, then Ford, now Toyota and GM! This belongs on the "that's BS" thread! I'm the average American guy height wise and you know something's wrong when a guy my height can't reach over the side of a pick up bed and grab something on the floor. I'm gonna have to keep a milk crate in the bed to stand on! Getting up into the bed gives me a nose bleed and doesn't do my blown out knee any good either. No kidding, it is such an awesome vehicle, so much better than my '02, but someone really ought to tell the engineers/designers that enough is enough. Please lower them a foot. Besides that it's killer!!!
Quote from: McKraut on August 22, 2008, 07:15:30 PM
better than the five channels i have to keep me company while i get stuff ready for tomorrow
5 more than I got... ;D
Quote from: fastwin on August 22, 2008, 07:54:58 PM
Very nice indeed and thank you again for all the help. Next up is getting the bed coated with Rhino-liner like my last three trucks. [thumbsup] But damn they are obnoxiously big. Absolutely no freaking reason for a 1/2 ton, 2wd pick up to be that damn tall!! Stupid. Dodge started this shit, then Ford, now Toyota and GM! This belongs on the "that's BS" thread! I'm the average American guy height wise and you know something's wrong when a guy my height can't reach over the side of a pick up bed and grab something on the floor. I'm gonna have to keep a milk crate in the bed to stand on! Getting up into the bed gives me a nose bleed and doesn't do my blown out knee any good either. No kidding, it is such an awesome vehicle, so much better than my '02, but someone really ought to tell the engineers/designers that enough is enough. Please lower them a foot. Besides that it's killer!!!
Sounds like somebody need some carbon fiber nerf bars for Christmas ! Don't be naughty Fastwin - Santa see's everything!! [roll]
I was born naughty! No going back now. I'm telling you, being vertically challenged (among other things :P), I need that milk crate from Santa! [laugh]
Quote from: fastwin on August 22, 2008, 08:22:43 PM
I was born naughty!
Apparently I was too......my dad started calling me "the bonwilder" at a very young age. [evil]
So I had a dream last night that Jeff Nash was trying to get me to trade in my monster for a black 1098s. I love my monster. I love the 1098s blk. Why the F does my subconscious toy with me like this? I will have both one day... no trade in. mark my words.
Quote from: dallas2r on August 22, 2008, 10:56:54 PM
So I had a dream last night that Jeff Nash was trying to get me to trade in my monster for a black 1098s. I love my monster. I love the 1098s blk. Why the F does my subconscious toy with me like this? I will have both one day... no trade in. mark my words.
go buy it
Quote from: Bonwilder on August 22, 2008, 11:06:40 PM
go buy it
I will consult the fortune cookie....
"Do not dwell on differences with a loved one - try to compromise." ???
lemmee try the other side... "4 9 24 26 35 44" I think that means I should buy it. [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on August 22, 2008, 11:18:12 PM
I will consult the fortune cookie....
"Do not dwell on differences with a loved one - try to compromise." ???
lemmee try the other side... "4 9 24 26 35 44" I think that means I should buy it. [thumbsup]
I know that's what it means! Go to it, man, but no trade-ins - you'll miss the monster! [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on August 22, 2008, 10:56:54 PM
So I had a dream last night that Jeff Nash was trying to get me to trade in my monster for a black 1098s. I love my monster. I love the 1098s blk. Why the F does my subconscious toy with me like this? I will have both one day... no trade in. mark my words.
That wasn't a dream. I was there, remember? I was the one telling you that one bike wasn't enough and how good that black 1098S would look next to the S2R1K. Subconscious? It was real. Don't tell me you don't remember this? Kinda hurts my feelings. :P
Hmmm, I think the "you need more than one bike" voice is in all of our heads.... [laugh]
Yeah, it's the one voice in my head I apparently have listended to. The others just seem to be snooring. [coffee]
Quote from: dallas2r on August 22, 2008, 11:18:12 PM
I will consult the fortune cookie....
"Do not dwell on differences with a loved one - try to compromise." ???
lemmee try the other side... "4 9 24 26 35 44" I think that means I should buy it. [thumbsup]
You can't beat 3% financing. Did apparition Jeff mention that? I know he did.
Or you could wait and see what goodness 2009 might bring.....
Quote from: Bonwilder on August 22, 2008, 11:27:29 PM
I know that's what it means! Go to it, man, but no trade-ins - you'll miss the monster! [thumbsup]
my monster is near and dear to my heart. the first love is always the sweetest. (http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/love/love0083.gif)
Quote from: fastwin on August 23, 2008, 05:28:06 AM
That wasn't a dream. I was there, remember? I was the one telling you that one bike wasn't enough and how good that black 1098S would look next to the S2R1K. Subconscious? It was real. Don't tell me you don't remember this? Kinda hurts my feelings. :P
haha... well don't take this the wrong way, but you're not the only "enabler" on this board. is there anyone here who does NOT think I should get a black 1098s?
Quote from: Ronr on August 23, 2008, 07:07:08 AM
You can't beat 3% financing. Did apparition Jeff mention that? I know he did.
Or you could wait and see what goodness 2009 might bring.....
true that. honestly once I sell my ve-hick-el, I'll be waiting awhile on the backup scooter anyways so it would behoove me to bide my time.
Rolled up to the 6100 miles mark on the bike today. I need to get the bike in for service in 4 weeks so I have plenty of time for trackday (7weeks) and the HC trip(8 weeks)
Quote from: bryant8 on August 24, 2008, 08:08:06 PM
Rolled up to the 6100 miles mark on the bike today. I need to get the bike in for service in 4 weeks so I have plenty of time for trackday (7weeks) and the HC trip(8 weeks)
[thumbsup] awesome
the monster's about to pass 20k on the current tank of petrol [moto]
A few people in the General Board are wondering about the PugglePod 9000 vids. Who's working on them if anybody?
How'd the paint job end up Rich?
Quote from: bryant8 on August 24, 2008, 09:26:17 PM
A few people in the General Board are wondering about the PugglePod 9000 vids. Who's working on them if anybody?
I've got this one, but it doesn't show it in the turns:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zT3H0wXXyIs
Your vid is posted in the link, but I think they're looking for a ride vid.
Quote from: bryant8 on August 24, 2008, 09:26:17 PM
A few people in the General Board are wondering about the PugglePod 9000 vids. Who's working on them if anybody?
How'd the paint job end up Rich?
...well ...it's still a work in progress.
I have a change (or two) I want to make to the body -and if I'm going to, now is the time.
I was pretty close to shooting color twice -I'm just being fussy now!
[roll]
Need to get some chromate-type primer (for the metal parts) tomorrow too...
Going with black frame/linkage paint (not the yellow SS's frame color -which is metallic bronze) after much deliberation...
PPG Omni MTK 2K Urethane black [thumbsup]
Should be almost as tough as powdercoat [thumbsup]
Right on! Sounds like it's almost to the final stage.
Went riding yesterday morning, temp in low-mid 70's, 120 miles round trip, 3.5 hours.
I went south yesterday to the northern applicachian mts and man was it great! I left about 8 in the morning and it seemed like I was the only one on the road. Nice cool weather, perfect for full leathers! I went down highway 9 for about 45 miles, over 100, 25-45 mph turns (posted) (constant hills) then went down 43 and again more of the same. Then went through jefferson lake state park, which was just awesome. twisties on cliff sides, elevation changes from going down one side to up the other side. It was great. Couldn't find the camera, but I will probally do it again next weekend and will take the camera. I wish you guys could have been here it was beautiful!!! I rode for about 3.5 hours and was home by noon to spend some quality time with mindy.
Wish you were here!
Quote from: LYDBLQ on August 25, 2008, 06:37:30 AM
Went riding yesterday morning, temp in low-mid 70's, 120 miles round trip, 3.5 hours.
I went south yesterday to the northern applicachian mts and man was it great! I left about 8 in the morning and it seemed like I was the only one on the road. Nice cool weather, perfect for full leathers! I went down highway 9 for about 45 miles, over 100, 25-45 mph turns (posted) (constant hills) then went down 43 and again more of the same. Then went through jefferson lake state park, which was just awesome. twisties on cliff sides, elevation changes from going down one side to up the other side. It was great. Couldn't find the camera, but I will probally do it again next weekend and will take the camera. I wish you guys could have been here it was beautiful!!! I rode for about 3.5 hours and was home by noon to spend some quality time with mindy.
Wish you were here!
Wish you were
here!
Peace out homies - got shizzzznit to do! [thumbsup]
Quote from: LYDBLQ on August 25, 2008, 06:37:30 AM
home by noon to spend some quality time with mindy.
is that what the kids are calling it these days....
I've inherited Sam's ipod Shuffle (instruction booklet long gone).
I've loaded songs on it with my laptop. The laptop is synched with the Shuffle so the songs are there.
But with the Shuffle's power on (green light lit), when I push play, nothing happens - no sound from the headphones and it won't play through my car stereo either (I've got an ipod Classic that I use in the car all the time so I know the cars' radio will play MP3 just fine...)
Anyone know anything about these little... gems?????
Quote from: Cher on August 25, 2008, 06:11:02 PM
But with the Shuffle's power on (green light lit), when I push play, nothing happens - no sound from the headphones and it won't play through my car stereo either (I've got an ipod Classic that I use in the car all the time so I know the cars' radio will play MP3 just fine...)
Anyone know anything about these little... gems?????
This sounds too obvious but you do have the volume turned up - right ? If it is turned all the way down - then no sound !
Quote from: stoopid, slightly on August 25, 2008, 06:50:31 AM
is that what the kids are calling it these days....
No....
It's "scrabble" ;D
Disater averted, going back to bed.
Quote from: Cyclone on August 25, 2008, 06:27:01 PM
This sounds too obvious but you do have the volume turned up - right ? If it is turned all the way down - then no sound !
Thanks for your help, that could be it. Now all I have to do is find the volume function... There's just one button on the Shuffle and it is supposed to do everything; pause/play/forward/back. The Up and Down arrows on the button don't seem to do much so I'm off to the Apple/Ipod website... joy.
Quote from: Bonwilder on August 25, 2008, 06:46:53 AM
Wish you were here!
No, we all wish we were there! Not here. Sounds great Alan! Wow, real curvy roads with scenery and everything... and no traffic. Lots of great people here but we are missing what is apparently all around you... great places to ride. I've ridden real roads with scenery before and it makes it tough to come back to DFW. How far is it up there? No s#@t, we should plan a trailer trip up there sometime. [thumbsup] [moto] [drink]
Quote from: fastwin on August 26, 2008, 06:43:16 AM
No, we all wish we were there! Not here. Sounds great Alan! Wow, real curvy roads with scenery and everything... and no traffic. Lots of great people here but we are missing what is apparently all around you... great places to ride. I've ridden real roads with scenery before and it makes it tough to come back to DFW. How far is it up there? No s#@t, we should plan a trailer trip up there sometime. [thumbsup] [moto] [drink]
I do wish you guys were here, you would love it!! Yes I have all the great ride conditions, but you have all the great people. ( I wish you guys were here) (then we would both have it all) Since this weekend is a long one and I also took tuesday off, I think I am going to go do that route (or close to) again! I will take pics this time. Man the scenery is just excellent!! The majority of the roads are smooth, very nice!
I agree, NO $H!T we should plan a trailer trip, but it is kinda far, about 1200 miiles, but I know alot of people won't come. so if anyone really wants to, then everyone can stay at the house. It is about a 20ish hour drive, you would have to come for a week. If we could plan this for next summer it would be great or whenever. I just want to ensure that IF this does happen, then I want to take off that week also. Maybe I should start a thread to see if anyone would want to come? Does anyone?? ???
Quote from: Cher on August 26, 2008, 04:17:18 AM
Thanks for your help, that could be it. Now all I have to do is find the volume function... There's just one button on the Shuffle and it is supposed to do everything; pause/play/forward/back. The Up and Down arrows on the button don't seem to do much so I'm off to the Apple/Ipod website... joy.
Hey Lisa, which generation shuffle is it? I've got a first gen. (long and white... [ [evil] ] ) and I have to press the play button twice after powering on.
it's not long, but it's thin
Quote from: Ronr on August 26, 2008, 11:04:12 AM
it's not long, but it's thin
i hear it's all about how deep you can fish anyway.
Ha! This is just too easy... Where's the blushing smiley? Awww, never mind.
In answer to the Ipod gen question, unfortunately I have no idea (I'm doing good to know it's a "Shuffle"). The double click on the Play/Pause button doesn't work either - thanks tho :-\
Just got back from class so I'll track it down on the web soon [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cher on August 26, 2008, 11:21:08 AM
Ha! This is just too easy... Where's the blushing smiley? Awww, never mind.
In answer to the Ipod gen question, unfortunately I have no idea (I'm doing good to know it's a "Shuffle"). The double click on the Play/Pause button doesn't work either - thanks tho :-\
Just got back from class so I'll track it down on the web soon [thumbsup]
spend 80 bucks on a new one and quit being frustrated [thumbsup]
Looks like AMS just posted up about the IndyGP race watch party on their website
Quote from: bryant8 on August 26, 2008, 11:58:17 AM
Looks like AMS just posted up about the IndyGP race watch party on their website
jeez...do you just hit F5 while on the ams site or something? i thought you had a webinar to attend or something?
i finished the webinar yesterday. I haven't looked at the AMS site in a while. I was hoping to see more trackdays on there but it's just the Oct/Nov dates
Hey BonWilder-
WikiPedia called...
They miss you ;D
Made it to Jr. Member ;D Yeee haawwww!
Wonder if I could make it to Hero before *** does? :P
Quote from: ThelmaLou on August 26, 2008, 04:56:03 PM
Wonder if I could make it to Hero before *** does? :P
Quite possible, still some days left before September... [thumbsup]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 26, 2008, 05:15:13 PM
Quite possible, still some days left before September... [thumbsup]
You'd better type quick! [popcorn]
Quote of the evening (from your nightly news :P):
"Schools are a place to learn, not a place for some free form of expression."
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 26, 2008, 07:34:50 PM
Quote of the evening (from your nightly news :P):
"Schools are a place to learn, not a place for some free form of expression."
<--- not surprised at all.
Quote from: ThelmaLou on August 26, 2008, 04:56:03 PM
Wonder if I could make it to Hero before *** does? :P
You betcha, TL... We could be Post-Whore buddies [thumbsup]
Thanks to all you groovy people who wished me well and congratulated me on my recent cycling adventure. Y'all rock! [thumbsup]
oh, and Ron, as to your question about shipping:
I had RBM package the bike up in one of those cardboard boxes that new bikes get shipped in. Packaging, fedex and insurance was about $100. Got there in 4 days.
oops, oh shit.. I wish you well, and congratulations, man! [drink]
Quote from: The Svoloch on August 26, 2008, 09:09:20 PM
oops, oh shit.. I wish you well, and congratulations, man! [drink]
all late well-wishers can make up for it with beer (buying one for me, not drinking one yourself !!)
too late. a warsteiner dunkel was downed in your honor. [drink]
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on August 26, 2008, 09:08:04 PM
oh, and Ron, as to your question about shipping:
I had RBM package the bike up in one of those cardboard boxes that new bikes get shipped in. Packaging, fedex and insurance was about $100. Got there in 4 days.
$100 isn't too bad, and I guess it was pretty much down hill for the ride home.
Hope you got some pics from the peak. Or was your camera in your bag too??
Quote from: Ronr on August 26, 2008, 09:27:09 PM
$100 isn't too bad, and I guess it was pretty much down hill for the ride home.
Hope you got some pics from the peak. Or was your camera in your bag too??
I had my camera with me, but by the time I was rested enough after the finish it had started hailing like a mofo. I've got to check with my friends to see what pics they have.
I liked this thread better when there was 1 less page... ;D
Quote from: Monsieur L'Smart on August 26, 2008, 01:46:51 PM
Hey BonWilder-
Wiki-fukinPedia called...
They miss you ;D
fixed it ;) :-*
don't you hate it when you're sitting really forward in your chair for like thirty minutes, working on something intently, and then you get up from your chair and start walking, and realize that you had cut off circulation to your manly region and one of your balls is asleep? isn't that the weirdest feeling? it's all numb and moving around but you can't feel it...like your arm went to sleep, except it's your ball. anyway, back to work now.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on August 27, 2008, 08:53:43 AM
don't you hate it when you're sitting really forward in your chair for like thirty minutes, working on something intently, and then you get up from your chair and start walking, and realize that you had cut off circulation to your manly region and one of your balls is asleep? isn't that the weirdest feeling? it's all numb and moving around but you can't feel it...like your arm went to sleep, except it's your ball. anyway, back to work now.
haha... I know what you mean. A bunch of miles on a bicycle seat (if you can call it a seat) can turn your whole crotch-tal region into numbnut city. I was really worried the first time it happened to me. Luckily the feeling came back. [thumbsup]
That's why I stopped racing bicycles in the early 80's... the feeling just came back last week. [laugh]
You need a new seat [thumbsup]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on August 27, 2008, 08:53:43 AM
don't you hate it when you're sitting really forward in your chair for like thirty minutes, working on something intently, and then you get up from your chair and start walking, and realize that you had cut off circulation to your manly region and one of your balls is asleep? isn't that the weirdest feeling? it's all numb and moving around but you can't feel it...like your arm went to sleep, except it's your ball. anyway, back to work now.
That sucks. Must wreak havoc on your sperm count.
Quote from: Slag on August 27, 2008, 09:13:15 AM
You need a new seat [thumbsup]
no need anymore. lighter than a feather and no numbness, this is by far the best saddle I've ever had:
http://www.competitivecyclist.com/road-bikes/product-components/2008-selle-italia-slr-kit-carbonio-saddle-4196.35.1.html
Nice looking saddle. I am using a fizik arione right now, but am not very happy with it.
I need new pedals and to pick up some cycle shoes
and then rearsets, triple top, steering damper, and track skins for the big bike [thumbsup]
My favorite:
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/319223028_oMyDE-M.jpg)
The one that I ride the most:
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/319223485_Ly7Ja-M.jpg)
have any bikes that you want to get rid of? i'm 6'1" if that helps...
My bikes are all 53cm. They would be WAY too small for you
nice bikes... i don't know too much about them yet. I just started the whole cycling thing myself. I blame WiWa for being the enabler [thumbsup]
I have a Trek 1.5 52cm for my short ass
I think I need a new comfy seat for my MBK. Mine is pretty old tech, maybe 7 years old. No idea which one is good for my skinny arse, but don't want to spend a fortune (fortune = $250), and want to maintain maximum fertility in order to have mojo at 100%.
i prefer keeping a sperm deficit.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on August 27, 2008, 08:53:43 AM
you had cut off circulation to your manly region and one of your balls is asleep? it's all numb and moving around but you can't feel it...like your arm went to sleep, except it's your ball.
(http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0137.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net)
I still have all my old bikes from when I raced in the 70s and early 80s... I think they're all collectors items now! [laugh] Cool old Campy Super Record groupos. Have one of the original Indy/Cool Gear/Exxon Graftek frames, one of the first carbon fiber frames and an old Schwinn Paramount track bike. Even have a rare limited edition Campy 50th Anniversary Super Record groupo in it's matching fitted carrying case, new, never installed with a signed letter of authenticity from Tulio Campagnolo. Probably worth more than my 916SPS! [laugh]
My current wheels are a 54cm Colnago C-50 with Star fork and a Trek 5.9 Madone Superlight, both with Dura Ace groupos and a couple of MTBs. Now I just need to ride them some more. :P
Quote from: Bonwilder on August 27, 2008, 12:42:46 PM
(http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0137.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net)
can boobs fall asleep?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on August 27, 2008, 01:25:50 PM
can boobs fall asleep?
I don't think so, because that top strap on my 200lb back pack was so tight my boobs were hurting and I felt like I couldn't breathe like normal - but the boobs didn't fall asleep.......
Quote from: Bonwilder on August 27, 2008, 01:28:18 PM
I don't think so, because that top strap on my 200lb back pack was so tight my boobs were hurting and I felt like I couldn't breathe like normal - but the boobs didn't fall asleep.......
I don't know why... ;D
but this all reminded me of the episode of South Park when Wendy would fall asleep and her boobs would talk to each other...
-plotting to take over the world! [laugh] [clap]
Yo SUPER DUKE-
How hard is it to replace the ECU, & reset whatever thingy needs resetting?!?
ECU is plug and play, the TPS reset requires the computer
Quote from: bryant8 on August 27, 2008, 02:41:30 PM
ECU is plug and play, the TPS reset requires the computer
How hard is it to unplug/plug?
RichD reset ommyta's TPS at ***'s...
the ECU is hooked to 2 harnesses and 1 grounding bolt IIRC. Right next to the batter box, you can't miss it.
The 2 harnesses are the 90 degree type that are secured by a locking mechanism. Take a look on the 1098-forum for details on the swap. That's what I did when I was doing my exhaust swap [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on August 27, 2008, 02:41:30 PM
ECU is plug and play, the TPS reset requires the computer
I got the ways and means!
-Did Tommy's the other day. Drank a beer... Reset the trouble codes, etc...
On a 1098 it's easy... some other Ducs too... I've had success with Jason's M800i.e.(Dark) also.
Yemmmee know.
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on August 27, 2008, 03:44:18 PM
I got the ways and means!
-Did Tommy's the other day. Drank a beer... Reset the trouble codes, etc...
On a 1098 it's easy... some other Ducs too... I've had success with Jason's M800i.e.(Dark) also.
Yemmmee know.
... and he can make killer coffee with a paper towel. Is there nothing this guy can't do? [thumbsup]
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on August 27, 2008, 05:49:39 PM
... and he can make killer coffee with a paper towel. Is there nothing this guy can't do? [thumbsup]
We could throw some ribs on the grill while we're at it [thumbsup]
Hope ya'll have an interesting day.......in the [thumbsup] sort of way! ;D
72 pages of bullshit and still growing [thumbsup] Thanks, Swanny!!
hmm, i've been staring at my spare pillion cover and i'm thinking of drilling it and making a tail camera set up out of it. a little project maybe before the hc trip.
Quote from: bryant8 on August 28, 2008, 08:45:45 PM
hmm, i've been staring at my spare pillion cover and i'm thinking of drilling it and making a tail camera set up out of it. a little project maybe before the hc trip.
sweet!!!
I just need to find a decent bullet camera. I'm thinking about the Oregon Scientific ATK3k. Pretty much plug and play and no fuss with needing a data recorder. Just a stock pile of SD cards and batteries.
Cool. [thumbsup] I love all the on bike shots during World SBK and MotoGP races. I wish they would stick with those a little longer than they do. They give you a quick tease of a pass then it's off. I'd love to have a camera on my bike but I never do anything interesting. [coffee]
Quote from: fastwin on August 29, 2008, 06:43:32 AM
Cool. [thumbsup] I love all the on bike shots during World SBK and MotoGP races. I wish they would stick with those a little longer than they do. They give you a quick tease of a pass then it's off. I'd love to have a camera on my bike but I never do anything interesting. [coffee]
They have a cool little rig that they are selling at ML. Im thinking of asking if I can borrow it sometime [thumbsup]
What res does it record in? Does it need a separate data recorder? I don't really want to rig up a bunch of wires and whatnot, that and I want to be able to remove and relocate the camera to various places on the bike.
I was looking at something like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/camera-mount-for-DUCATI-S2R-999-996-998-1098-749-S4R_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35580QQihZ025QQitemZ380059159982QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/camera-mount-for-DUCATI-S2R-999-996-998-1098-749-S4R_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35580QQihZ025QQitemZ380059159982QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW)
Will work with any compact type of camera.
Quote from: bryant8 on August 29, 2008, 08:23:31 AM
What res does it record in? Does it need a separate data recorder? I don't really want to rig up a bunch of wires and whatnot, that and I want to be able to remove and relocate the camera to various places on the bike.
Not sure, Ill have to check it out a little closer.
Quote from: Duc Fever on August 29, 2008, 08:37:44 AM
I was looking at something like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/camera-mount-for-DUCATI-S2R-999-996-998-1098-749-S4R_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35580QQihZ025QQitemZ380059159982QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/camera-mount-for-DUCATI-S2R-999-996-998-1098-749-S4R_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35580QQihZ025QQitemZ380059159982QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW)
Will work with any compact type of camera.
I don't want to sacrifice comfort for a camera, I'm primarily looking for a bullet camera. This is the one I'm most interested in so far
http://www.amazon.com/Oregon-Scientific-Waterproof-Recorder-Capabilities/dp/B001A1U4AE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1220025956&sr=8-2
Not expensive and no data recorder needed
[moto] Bryant - I checked out the Scientific camera & it looks like it is really cool for the price & toughness of the unit. A 4 Gig memory card will get you about 45 Minutes of video. VGA @ 30 frames sec. is not great but good enough to see what is happening. It would be nice if the unit had a remote control so you could turn it off when you knew there was no action to record and yet be able to turn it on discreetly when the LEO's are running you down ( just kidding ). If the off/on button is easily accesable you might be able to just reack back & turn it off/on. I only mentiion because it can be mind numbing watching 45 minutes of video to get the 3-5 minutes worth having!
There are still cameras with remotes that do video & video cameras that have remotes but not for <$150.
Please tell us that you are not going to use this as the exclusive B8 butt cam - like THE DOCTOR does ?!!!! [puke]
nope, no butt cam. I think a shot of whoever is on my 6 would be neat.
Maybe later I'll add an arm to move the camera to the side so I can get a shot forward down the side of the bike
Looking forward to Track Day next Thursday [thumbsup] [moto] [thumbsup] [moto] [thumbsup]
Quote from: Monsieur L'Smart on August 29, 2008, 10:27:11 AM
Looking forward to Track Day next Thursday [thumbsup] [moto] [thumbsup] [moto] [thumbsup]
What, where, how, who??
Sounds like AMS private day w/ Jeff [thumbsup]
Highly recommended
Quote from: bryant8 on August 29, 2008, 09:06:38 AM
I don't want to sacrifice comfort for a camera, I'm primarily looking for a bullet camera. This is the one I'm most interested in so far
http://www.amazon.com/Oregon-Scientific-Waterproof-Recorder-Capabilities/dp/B001A1U4AE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1220025956&sr=8-2
Not expensive and no data recorder needed
Something I found useful when researching a camera for my bike... Whatever camera you choose, search the interweb (youtube is a nice resource) for posted video created by the actual models you're researching. Really helped me to eliminate some choices.
Quote from: bryant8 on August 29, 2008, 11:26:33 AM
Sounds like AMS private day w/ Jeff [thumbsup]
Highly recommended
Oui. 1 space left :P
WOW!! amazing! saw this on Giannis' blog.
http://freeforumzone.leonardo.it/discussione.aspx?idd=6981172&p=1
Had to strip in lab again yesterday, and still didn't get paid any dollars for it!!!! WTH is that about anyway!?! :P
What class is that for?
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on September 04, 2008, 06:16:20 AM
WOW!! amazing! saw this on Giannis' blog.
http://freeforumzone.leonardo.it/discussione.aspx?idd=6981172&p=1
Pure porn [evil]
...cleaning drool off my keyboard...
Quote from: bryant8 on September 04, 2008, 06:39:52 AM
What class is that for?
physical therapy lab - we have to be each other's patients......I'm pretty sure my partner showed my @ss yesterday.......We had to massage the greater trochanter..............not comfortable.....personal space violation! :P
(http://www.ptclinic.com/medlibrary/images/v2/trochbursitis.gif)
Right on. Must have direct skin contact..........??
Okay, I am done compaining now....going to school!! Weather is so awesome for riding! [moto]
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 04, 2008, 06:57:25 AM
Weather is so awesome for riding! [moto]
+1 The ride in was great today. [moto]
bah, i have to pick up my dry cleaning at the office today or i won't get it until next week... taking the truck in
Quote from: bryant8 on September 04, 2008, 07:00:25 AM
bah, i have to pick up my dry cleaning at the office today or i won't get it until next week... taking the truck in
Riding today, that wind yesterday was brutal!
yeah, neat bike. can we get back to questions about why bonnie is stripping in class please?
I think that I got some dirty bird from the local Chinese take out. The name should have been a clue. Takee Outee. It took me out alright.
Chrome is sweet!!! New browser from Google, I'm digging it! http://www.google.com/chrome. HOLY HELL it has built in Spell check :o and its smokin fast ;D
:) Notes to self after reading last few pages of DFWM S.A.T. ;
8) Italians are way cooler than Americans in general and can be thought of as the Texans of Europe - resolved to return to Italy more frequently in future! [thumbsup]
[roll] RE: Physical Therapy Classes involving Trochanter massage of beautiful young women & perhaps having my trochanter massaged by same - merits investigation ! Potential downside - having face used as TomTom ! [bang]
:P Avoid sickness caused by eating at restaurants with ethnically offensive bad pun names that signal trouble or Mexican restaurants with Montezuma in the title or any dining experience with dishes using trouble words like "runs" "blows" or "gut bomb"! Must pay particular attention when drinking ! [drink]
:) Investigate Chrome - probably not available for Mac, yet ! :-X
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 04, 2008, 06:45:14 AM
physical therapy lab - we have to be each other's patients......I'm pretty sure my partner showed my @ss yesterday.......We had to massage the greater trochanter..............not comfortable.....personal space violation! :P
Photos or it didn't happen
Quote from: Cyclone on September 04, 2008, 09:43:58 AM
:) Investigate Chrome - probably not available for Mac, yet ! :-X
not yet...
it is badass so far and super fast.
i've been trying out chrome since it was released yesterday afternoon on the dell at work, and it's performing well for the most part. there have been a few hiccups so far, though. it occasionally takes an extrodinary time when switching between tabs while "wiping" or washing the screen to the new tab. the pause locks up all processes system-wide (which really sucks when you're trying to switch to a tab when your boss is walking by, and you can't alt-tab to anything else :-\ ). i've also noticed some issues with a couple interactive flash plugins here and there. it's only been two or three, but they were really lagged for some reason.
i'll probably shelve this for now and just keep on with FF3 since it's been solid for me. lot of potential with chrome, though.
used it most of the evening yesterday and didn't have too many complaints about it, it's waay fast but it does hang a bit on the tab switching like Rich said above. looks promising
Damn, the weather is great outside and I'm stuck in the truck today [bang]
My choices for the to-do list after work are:
Wash the truck and 848
or
cycle around WRL a few times
Both need doing, but I may not have time
yeah, don't get me wrong i plan on adopting it fully....i was reading up on how the implemented the tab processes, and i was pretty much sold when i saw that each tab was a separate process unto itself, meaning that it should have much less memory bloat and fragmenting over time, since when you kill a tab you're actually killing the process. also promising is how it handles tabs that crash; instead of bringing down the application, only the affected tab is dead in the water. good stuff.
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on August 27, 2008, 05:49:39 PM
... and he can make killer coffee with a paper towel. Is there nothing this guy can't do? [thumbsup]
McGiver reincarnated?
cdc
Quote from: bryant8 on August 29, 2008, 09:28:18 AM
nope, no butt cam. I think a shot of whoever is on my 6 would be neat.
Maybe later I'll add an arm to move the camera to the side so I can get a shot forward down the side of the bike
Bryan, this is the one we are selling at ML http://www.goprocamera.com/
hmm looks pretty good. I'll have to check out the vids later when I'm back in the office.
Those are some pretty good videos from the gopro camera. Although I think I'll try out the OS ATC3k because it'll be easy to hide in a fairing cut out.
I bought the GoPro today. Will be trying it out on sundays ride.
Nice, I can't wait to see videos
http://www.youtube.com/v/JyYoXvbXO60&hl=en&fs=1
Just a small test around the neighborhood. Volume needs to be turned up. The quality isn't terrible for a cheap little camera. The resolution is better than what youtube is showing.
That was really cool! I want one of those cameras!! [moto] [evil]
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 05, 2008, 01:38:09 PM
That was really cool! I want one of those cameras!! [moto] [evil]
Just put it on Tommy's CC [thumbsup]
That looks pretty good. Mount the mike between the Termis!
Quote from: bryant8 on September 05, 2008, 01:44:08 PM
Just put it on Tommy's CC [thumbsup]
[thumbsup] :D [evil] [bacon]
Quote from: Slag on September 05, 2008, 01:34:29 PM
Just a small test around the neighborhood. Volume needs to be turned up. The quality isn't terrible for a cheap little camera. The resolution is better than what youtube is showing.
Sweet man, glad it worked for ya! [thumbsup]
how did that camera run if you don't mind me asking?
$170
The coolest part are all of the attachments. There is a 3 way adj arm mounted o a suction cup, and several sticky mounts for helmets or wind screens.
Next time out I'll have to check it out on the bike
So, I've been thinking about this camera thing, and I think you are going to have to take the lead from now on or you're just going to have a long video of my ass on the ps................not cool. [popcorn] :P
dood, I would have given you the video of her ass for $100, you could have $70 [roll]
(http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0080.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net/free-msn-smileys.php)
Quote from: TomTomLost on September 05, 2008, 02:08:34 PM
dood, I would have given you the video of her ass for $100, you could have $70 [roll]
:o ;D [beer]
how long does the camera record?
(http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0140.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net/free-cool-smileys.php)
56 minutes on a 2gb card. I am going to buy an 8gb to make it worth while
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 05, 2008, 02:30:20 PM
how long does the camera record?
Well. we know he'll get around the block with it, ...at least!
I'm still DYING to see the PP9000 video from the last H.C. trip...
but...
...it is somewhat...
...not...
...done.
Jesus, Help Me!
(Jesus (El Matador. Cipo, etc.) has been given the editing job, from what I understand...?)
Quote from: Slag on September 05, 2008, 02:58:19 PM
56 minutes on a 2gb card. I am going to buy an 8gb to make it worth while
(http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0011.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net/free-ashamed-smileys.php)
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on September 05, 2008, 03:00:58 PM
Well. we know he'll get around the block with it, ...at least!
I'm still DYING to see the PP9000 video from the last H.C. trip...
but...
...it is somewhat...
...not...
...done.
Jesus, Help Me!
(Jesus (El Matador. Cipo, etc.) has been given the editing job, from what I understand...?)
+1
probably helps for the windscreen to be, you know, clean. or not present...
I have been playing with alternate mounting positions (like that, don't ya) The wind screen is a problem. Even if I clean it, it will be bug covered in about 2 minutes.
so I was looking at a new pipeline route in Granbury yesterday and one of the land owners we were dealing with is a gun smith.......I guess that means he makes his own guns? He seemed to have alot of really neat stuff, he wouldn't let us in his walk in safe. Anybody ever deal with him?
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/333384722.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/333384736.jpg)
The Safe
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/333384753.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/333384760.jpg)
Sorry about the bad quality pics, I was sneaking them with my iphone
Nope, don't know him. But I do know some politicians who would like to put him out of business. [bang] >:(
Quote from: fastwin on September 06, 2008, 08:15:22 AM
Nope, don't know him. But I do know some politicians who would like to put him out of business. [bang] >:(
ssshhhhh.........you might upset Bryant ;)
Quote from: fastwin on September 06, 2008, 08:15:22 AM
Nope, don't know him. But I do know some politicians who would like to put him out of business. [bang] >:(
This politician wont [thumbsup]
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/333389475.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/333389478.jpg)
Haven't heard of him
I recommend the tacos at Fuel City for pre hangover food. That's the place with the longhorn bovines at 35E and Industrial before you cross the Trinity heading south. I think your odds of not getting shot or stabbed are better than average.
But don't just hang around looking for trouble. Get your tacos and hit the road.
My neighbor back home in Oregon shot his son in the chest. And that whole Cheney thing... who can you trust?
Quote from: newslacker on September 06, 2008, 11:51:55 PM
My neighbor back home in Oregon shot his son in the chest. And that whole Cheney thing... who can you trust?
Ugh, that's not good. Hope he made it alright. Greg Lemond, former world champ bicycle racer and multiple Tour de France winner (he preceded Armstrong as the best American bike racer), had his racing career cut short by having his brother in law pepper the shit out of him with bird shot while hunting. Damn near killed him. Repeat after me: must be careful, must be careful... [bang]
wow...i switched over to cable to check out the simpsons, and family guy after that, but caught the tail end of hole in the wall... please tell me that no one else saw that? wow. i mean, wow. and that was prime time TV. wow.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on September 07, 2008, 05:29:20 PM
wow...i switched over to cable to check out the simpsons, and family guy after that, but caught the tail end of hole in the wall... please tell me that no one else saw that? wow. i mean, wow. and that was prime time TV. wow.
I don't watch TV much so maybe I don't understand... but,
WTF does
that mean?
???
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on September 07, 2008, 09:59:32 PM
I don't watch TV much so maybe I don't understand... but,
WTF does that mean?
???
+1
consider yourself lucky that you didn't see any of the show.
on my way home from my friend's place last night, i was behind a pickup pulling a small multipurpose trailer, and i hear a loud metal on asphalt crashing noise....followed by a large shower of sparks. my first thought was that a wheel either came off the trailer, or some part of the trailer broke and was being drug. i pushed over hard to the lane to my right....and watched a ramp go by to my left just a couple inches from my front tire. fun stuff. i then sped up to give the driver a "wtf" shake of my head to hopefully let him know he almost make the beast with two backsed me.
then i rolled on and hit the fast lane to put some distance between us....and NO SOONER had i moved into the fast lane (the road was curving to the left) then i see a bigass mattress in my lane...but cars on my right...so i squeezed to my right as far as i could and actually felt it brush some part of the bike...fork leg or plastic or something. gotta watch yourself on 75 i guess...glad i pretty much slept all day yesterday and was very sharp driving home.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on September 08, 2008, 05:28:16 AM
consider yourself lucky that you didn't see any of the show.
on my way home from my friend's place last night, i was behind a pickup pulling a small multipurpose trailer, and i hear a loud metal on asphalt crashing noise....followed by a large shower of sparks. my first thought was that a wheel either came off the trailer, or some part of the trailer broke and was being drug. i pushed over hard to the lane to my right....and watched a ramp go by to my left just a couple inches from my front tire. fun stuff. i then sped up to give the driver a "wtf" shake of my head to hopefully let him know he almost make the beast with two backsed me.
then i rolled on and hit the fast lane to put some distance between us....and NO SOONER had i moved into the fast lane (the road was curving to the left) then i see a bigass mattress in my lane...but cars on my right...so i squeezed to my right as far as i could and actually felt it brush some part of the bike...fork leg or plastic or something. gotta watch yourself on 75 i guess...glad i pretty much slept all day yesterday and was very sharp driving home.
DAMN man that sounds like a Final Destination movie!! :o
glad you missed that mattress.....that could have been bad. I was riding home from our ride yesterday to attend to puking child and I was behind a truck and trailer, just as I moved over to pass the guy, a stick flew off the trailer and went right past my head.. It happened so fast, i had to question if it really happened. I very quickly passed him... :P
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 08, 2008, 05:34:17 AM
glad you missed that mattress.....that could have been bad. I was riding home from our ride yesterday to attend to puking child and I was behind a truck and trailer, just as I moved over to pass the guy, a stick flew off the trailer and went right past my head.. It happened so fast, i had to question if it really happened. I very quickly passed him... :P
DONT YOU MESS UP THAT PRETTY NEW HELMET!!!!
oh... glad to hear you didnt get hurt
[laugh]
Quote from: Kevin848 on September 08, 2008, 05:37:57 AM
DONT YOU MESS UP THAT PRETTY NEW HELMET!!!!
oh... glad to hear you didnt get hurt
[laugh]
[thumbsup]
Hope ya'll moto peeps have a kick ass day!! Ever-bodi be safe! Think about something great and cling to that thought - (that's what I'll be doing!) - mentally I am at the beach today. ;D :-* ;) CIAO!
You are going to find some dingleberries
maybe they've shaved their butt crack in preparation for the class....
;) Mr. Slag thanks for weekend ride photos so we know it really happened !
:D Mr. TTL thanks for sharing the extra fine photo that Mr Slag thought best to keep in "private stock" - although it does make my crush a little less innocent and fatherly in nature !!!
[evil] Ms. BWilder thanks for seating out those jeans so extra fine - please thank your Mom for her genes !!
[roll] Thanks to everyone for making this "butt week" by getting butt cracks, butt massage, & butt waxing mentioned on almost every thread I have been able to read on my lunch break - I put it on " two words" myself! It's a nice break from, and compliment to, bOObies! ( & bacon [bacon] ) !
Quote from: Cyclone on September 08, 2008, 10:06:03 AM
;) Mr. Slag thanks for weekend ride photos so we know it really happened !
:D Mr. TTL thanks for sharing the extra fine photo that Mr Slag thought best to keep in "private stock" - although it does make my crush a little less innocent and fatherly in nature !!!
[evil] Ms. BWilder thanks for seating out those jeans so extra fine - please thank your Mom for her genes !!
[roll] Thanks to everyone for making this "butt week" by getting butt cracks, butt massage, & butt waxing mentioned on almost every thread I have been able to read on my lunch break - I put it on " two words" myself! It's a nice break from, and compliment to, bOObies! ( & bacon [bacon] ) !
[beer]
Quote from: Cyclone on September 08, 2008, 10:06:03 AM
;) Mr. Slag thanks for weekend ride photos so we know it really happened !
:D Mr. TTL thanks for sharing the extra fine photo that Mr Slag thought best to keep in "private stock" - although it does make my crush a little less innocent and fatherly in nature !!!
[evil] Mrs. BWilder thanks for seating out those jeans so extra fine - please thank your Mom for her genes !!
[roll] Thanks to everyone for making this "butt week" by getting butt cracks, butt massage, & butt waxing mentioned on almost every thread I have been able to read on my lunch break - I put it on " two words" myself! It's a nice break from, and compliment to, bOObies! ( & bacon [bacon] ) !
fixed it for you ;)
Man, you guys are living dangerously out there. Glad y'all're on your toes and prepared to outmaneuver the obstacles and idiots.
I rode the H*nda to work today for yet another test ride. It's starting up better when it's cold now, so I hope that trend continues. Really liking riding it again, but the brakes really suck compared to the 1098. I'm really spoiled now, but I guess I'll get used to the 90's technology again.
Left work a little early to avoid the heavy rain coming in to the area. No sense pushing my luck just yet....
very wet one hour ride home in bumper to bumper traffic :P only two trucks tried to merge over into the side of me [roll]
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 08, 2008, 04:08:21 PM
very wet one hour ride home in bumper to bumper traffic :P only two trucks tried to merge over into the side of me [roll]
glad you're OK...
It's pouring here.
its raining up here right now. 3:16am. Plus the highs this week are in the mid 70's its cooling down!! Not much riding time left up here. Still trying to talk mindy into putting the lyd in the dinning room for winter! ;D
We have a decorative motorcycle in the living room. Unfortunately tis harley (long story.) it does make one of the coolest decorations [thumbsup]
I really don't want to leave the lyd in the cold (COLD) garage for the winter. I would prefer it to be in the warm house.
Finally feeling sleepy [clap]
Quote from: Slag on September 09, 2008, 01:08:50 AM
Finally feeling sleepy [clap]
I've been sleepy since I woke up at 10:15pm to start getting ready for work!
I have been up since 5am for no reason at all [bang]
Quote from: Slag on September 09, 2008, 01:37:33 AM
I have been up since 5am for no reason at all [bang]
THAT SUCKS!!
I need your support [thumbsup]
http://www.inews3.com/topstory.php?id=4b6576696e7c383438
Quote from: Kevin848 on September 09, 2008, 03:14:17 AM
I need your support in '08!! [thumbsup]
http://www.inews3.com/topstory.php?id=4b6576696e7c383438
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Will you let us keep our after-market exhausts? [evil]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on September 09, 2008, 03:22:44 AM
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Will you let us keep our after-market exhausts? [evil]
Even better free aftermarket exhausts for everyone. I am running on a "No moto left behind" platform.
695 headlight for cigarettes....
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/mcy/833227250.html
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on September 09, 2008, 05:08:55 AM
695 headlight for cigarettes....
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/mcy/833227250.html
Now that is funny... I wonder what she would trade for a bottle of Jack Daniels [evil]
Quote from: Kevin848 on September 09, 2008, 03:14:17 AM
I need your support [thumbsup]
http://www.inews3.com/topstory.php?id=4b6576696e7c383438
OK, that's funny as s#@t! That's the way I like to start my days. [thumbsup] It's all downhill from here. :P Hey, if you win I could use a job... don't forget your friends! [moto]
Quote from: fastwin on September 09, 2008, 07:08:47 AM
OK, that's funny as s#@t! That's the way I like to start my days. [thumbsup] It's all downhill from here. :P Hey, if you win I could use a job... don't forget your friends! [moto]
Your Sec. of Defense no doubt.
Sweet. Does my office have a view? Oooh, how about secretarys??? How many and how young? No wait, that makes me sound a little perverted. I'll just stick with the office view. [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on September 09, 2008, 07:27:24 AM
Sweet. Does my office have a view? Oooh, how about secretarys??? How many and how young? No wait, that makes me sound a little perverted. I'll just stick with the office view. [thumbsup]
Your pick [thumbsup]
its like fantasy football, but with cigars and interns, I'm in. Do you have a job in mind that you just completely make up for the guy that you don't want to screw shit up? You can call me "black sheep"
Quote from: TomTomLost on September 09, 2008, 07:53:09 AM
its like fantasy football, but with cigars and interns, I'm in. Do you have a job in mind that you just completely make up for the guy that you don't want to screw shit up? You can call me "black sheep"
Putting you down for Ambassador to Shit That Should Not Be Screwed Up
OK, that's fine... but his office had better not be bigger than mine or have a better view!
Quote from: fastwin on September 09, 2008, 08:06:09 AM
OK, that's fine... but his office had better not be bigger than mine or have a better view!
What if it is! [bang]
It's official. My cage is now on the market. If you know anyone that might be interested, please pass this along:
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/834886796.html
Thanks! [thumbsup]
If it was a GM vehicle I might think about it if you delivered it, but since its not, you can still come up and visit.
Good luck with the sale!
ok, I'm pissed. Got my new moto-cam today(same as slags) all excited about testing it out, roads were dry, need to go get a memory card. On my way there (its within walking distance) it starts raining again......... No test run :P
Then, to top off the evening, another crappy episode of project runway. Holy crap, the worst designer last year was better than the best this year [roll]
Quote from: TomTomLost on September 10, 2008, 06:51:06 PM
ok, I'm pissed. Got my new moto-cam today(same as slags) all excited about testing it out, roads were dry, need to go get a memory card. On my way there (its within walking distance) it starts raining again......... No test run :P
Then, to top off the evening, another crappy episode of project runway. Holy crap, the worst designer last year was better than the best this year [roll]
project runway oh my!!!! [drink]
not that there's anything wrong with that
Not that there is anything wrong with that....
OK, yes there is [roll]
Quote from: Slag on September 10, 2008, 07:00:21 PM
Not that there is anything wrong with that....
OK, yes there is [roll]
coming from the guy who wanted to be the first person to help the "buckeyes" lose their poll virginity...... [popcorn]
That was in Ohio, and doesn't count here.
Correction, we have overtaken Ohio and we are under the same ruling
Quote from: TomTomLost on September 10, 2008, 07:20:14 PM
Correction, we have overtaken Ohio and we are under the same ruling
Yep, its part of the United States of Texas now.
LSD North?
New R1 [puke] ... at least as far as the upper goes.
(http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/09r1.jpg)
Id ride it though [thumbsup]
Went to AMS for new tires, came home with a little more. It isn't much louder than stock, but has a better sound ;D
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/370491041_xMuTy-M.jpg)
is very nice [bacon]
Nice Zack. [thumbsup] Something other than red is cool. I like it. [bacon]
SWEET Zack
Thanks guys ;D I really liked the blue, and wanted to stay away from red. All worked out since blue was the only color in stock [thumbsup]
Mucho Nice [thumbsup] ;D
Ommyta,
Totally apologize about the oily road. It was not like that 2 days ago. Being chased by the bull hopefully made up for it [beer]
Quote from: Slag on September 11, 2008, 05:43:46 PM
Ommyta,
Totally apologize about the oily road. It was not like that 2 days ago. Being chased by the bull hopefully made up for it [beer]
What?
There was a bull in the middle of an oily road. Not a good combo [bang]
Nothing quite like coming around a corner and finding that the road is gone. The sign was right at the start of construction, just past the apex of the turn. Oily gravel was all that was there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1dS9jk6dzU
http://www.ducatispot.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8769
wow
IndyGP FP1 has started [thumbsup]
Live timing is on for those w/ motogp.com accounts ;D
FP1 was interesting
FP2 starts in 10mins
Quote from: bryant8 on September 12, 2008, 09:22:06 AM
IndyGP FP1 has started [thumbsup]
Live timing is on for those w/ motogp.com accounts ;D
I think I'll get a membership next season [thumbsup]
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Entire-Ducati-race-program-including-all-spares_W0QQitemZ270273765796QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270273765796&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1308&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
In the spirit of Ducati Racing!! [bacon] [bacon] [bacon]
Quote from: ThelmaLou on September 12, 2008, 03:26:40 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Entire-Ducati-race-program-including-all-spares_W0QQitemZ270273765796QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270273765796&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C39%3A1%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1308&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
In the spirit of Ducati Racing!! [bacon] [bacon] [bacon]
Those square headlisghts are PURE SEX!!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: ThelmaLou on September 12, 2008, 03:24:37 PM
I think I'll get a membership next season [thumbsup]
Memberships are free for articles and, but you have to buy a video package
Quote from: bryant8 on September 12, 2008, 04:26:19 PM
Memberships are free for articles and, but you have to buy a video package
[thumbsup]
Bummed out, lost out on this http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/831151295.html ... Oh well Im determined to find one so the search continues :)
Quote from: Kevin848 on September 13, 2008, 06:28:25 AM
Bummed out, lost out on this http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/831151295.html ... Oh well Im determined to find one so the search continues :)
that's too bad...can't have enough toys, life's too short!! just keep looking and something will turn up, possibly even a better deal! ;)
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 13, 2008, 06:33:14 AM
that's too bad...can't have enough toys, life's too short!! just keep looking and something will turn up, possibly even a better deal! ;)
Thanks... hope something better turns up, Im going to race with the guys at ML in MiniGP http://tmgps.8k.com/ [thumbsup] ;D
That looks cool!
(http://overlandtrucks.com/slag/Sale03.jpg)
Isn't that the same road you took me down 3 days ago on the 1098 when we hit oil and cows
About the same, minus the 600 foot drop off
[laugh] [laugh] [clap] [bacon] You guys got chased by a cow....I LMAO after I was sure you were both ok!
I am udderly convinced that it was a bull
The rain has started (http://bestsmileys.com/weather/2.gif)
just sprinkles here.
Rain = Good [thumbsup]
It poured for 10 minutes here -as I left the Albertsons and rode home juggling $100 of groceries. [roll]
;D
P.S. A puggle, however inebriated on pain meds, KNOWS when you've got beef jerky in your backpack. Always. ;D
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on September 13, 2008, 07:19:37 AM
A puggle, however inebriated on pain meds, KNOWS when you've got beef jerky in your backpack. Always. ;D
I predict a full recovery [thumbsup]
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on September 13, 2008, 07:19:37 AM
P.S. A puggle, however inebriated on pain meds, KNOWS when you've got beef jerky in your backpack. Always. ;D
[bacon] [bacon] [bacon]
Hope ya'll have a great weekend, despite Ike, sick dogs, lack of Motopia, cows that chase motos, oily roads, balancing groceries on moto in the rain (how???), and whatever else may be bothering you! Going home now! ;)
Jerky heals all [thumbsup]
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 13, 2008, 08:01:57 AM
Hope ya'll have a great weekend, despite Ike, sick dogs, lack of Motopia, cows that chase motos, oily roads, balancing groceries on moto in the rain (how???), and whatever else may be bothering you! Going home now! ;)
...well it's like if they slide too far one way, push them the other way... and if that's too far, then push them back...
Oh, and watch out for traffic and slippery turns too. [thumbsup]
Not me! Got a haircut appointment at 1:00
;D I'm heading out... [moto]
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on September 13, 2008, 10:11:37 AM
...well it's like if they slide too far one way, push them the other way... and if that's too far, then push them back...
Oh, and watch out for traffic and slippery turns too. [thumbsup]
Not me! Got a haircut appointment at 1:00
;D I'm heading out... [moto]
wow, you do some amazing stuff!! Good luck with the hair cut! I hooked myself up with one of those this week too....always makes you feel better! [thumbsup]
new haircut for your new helmet ;)
[quoted from the Arkansas thread]
Quote from: swanny on September 11, 2008, 04:02:43 PM
Great. This thread has now been jacked and gone to hell. :-\ Maybe it will get back on topic soon.
Quote from: samsonite on September 11, 2008, 07:35:39 PM
when was it jacked? I hope you weren't meaning when slag and I were talking about meeting up so he could show me how to use the new cam I bought for the "Arkansas Trip." oh, I'm sorry, you were probably talking about 5 or 6 pages back when they were talking about waffles, food and waffle bunnies. ;)
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on September 13, 2008, 01:33:14 AM
hmm... could it have been the page and a half of crap we ALL had to wade through that could have been handled via pm's or email? seriously, who cares? I wonder if a chat room or a twitter account would be better suited for some of the poor innocent bandwidth (& DMF members' time) that's being squandered here. [roll]
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 13, 2008, 05:40:51 AM
Much apologies if I have wasted anyone's time....certainly wasn't my intention. :P
Quote from: samsonite on September 13, 2008, 05:48:03 AM
no worries mate, if people were worried about wasting time and bandwidth they wouldn't be on 2 word or drinking threads :P
Sorry for the harsh post. Believe me, I've contributed my share of thread-jacking and time wasting posts so I'm not trying to trying to sound "holier-than-thou". A lot of people like to keep up to date with the DFW happenings concerning this group and it starts to become a full time job going through all the posts that might not be relevant or of interest to more than a few people. I think that's what the "2 word", "drinking", "say anything", etc. threads are for; to keep non topical content separate for those that may not have the time to sift through the fluff.
I think I'll go post in Ohio...
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on September 13, 2008, 02:00:12 PM
for those that may not have the time to sift through the fluff.
Maybe you could outsource that task?
and fluff? I postulate there is an unsurpassed depth of insight & wisdom in each & every post [thumbsup]
bOObies ;D
Quote from: L'Smart. Duc L'Smart on September 13, 2008, 02:41:57 PM
Maybe you could outsource that task?
and fluff? I postulate there is an unsurpassed depth of insight & wisdom in each & every post [thumbsup]
I nominate DLS for LSD Secretary. In addition to keeping the records of the society and the minutes of the meetings, it is the duty of the secretary to fluff-sift and provide interpretation of the insight & wisdom contained therein.
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on September 13, 2008, 02:00:12 PM
Sorry for the harsh post. Believe me, I've contributed my share of thread-jacking and time wasting posts so I'm not trying to trying to sound "holier-than-thou". A lot of people like to keep up to date with the DFW happenings concerning this group and it starts to become a full time job going through all the posts that might not be relevant or of interest to more than a few people. I think that's what the "2 word", "drinking", "say anything", etc. threads are for; to keep non topical content separate for those that may not have the time to sift through the fluff.
No worries, will. I'm sure we can try harder to keep one thread for just the facts regarding trips and events, and reserve our individual comments on tires, rain gear, hotel rooms....whatever....for another thread. We don't want to make it harder for those around here who are simply trying to gather info! [thumbsup]
Samsonite-
I will gladly pick up your maps for you. When shall I drop them off?
Quote from: Slag on September 14, 2008, 08:33:45 AM
Samsonite-
I will gladly pick up your maps for you. When shall I drop them off?
Anytime, or I can pick them up from you.......man I am so jealous that you all get to go to AMS and watch the race. Talk about riding weather [moto] I'm stuck in the office, gotta pay the bills some how.
Off topic, when we got home from your house the other night there was a box on our porch.......Some lucky lady got the new Rossi Replica AGV, it's probably the coolest helmet I have ever seen, she's pretty proud of it. Thinks it will look good on the PS, I would have to agree [thumbsup]
Is it Saturday yet???? Arkansas is going to be a blast [thumbsup]
Quote from: samsonite on September 14, 2008, 08:39:04 AM
Anytime, or I can pick them up from you.......man I am so jealous that you all get to go to AMS and watch the race. Talk about riding weather [moto] I'm stuck in the office, gotta pay the bills some how.
Off topic, when we got home from your house the other night there was a box on our porch.......Some lucky lady got the new Rossi Replica AGV, it's probably the coolest helmet I have ever seen, she's pretty proud of it. Thinks it will look good on the PS, I would have to agree [thumbsup]
I thought she just got that new Arai Corsair? Wasn't it a Roberts Jr. replica?
Quote from: fastwin on September 14, 2008, 09:41:13 AM
I thought she just got that new Arai Corsair? Wasn't it a Roberts Jr. replica?
She did
How many helmets and bikes do you have? [cheeky]
Good point. [laugh] [clap] [bacon]
Got your maps. I am quite jealous of Bonwilders new helmet. I do not think that it will look good at all with the PS. If she needs to get rid of it due to my perfect opinion (read that as a fact) then my wife will graciously accept the offering ;D Blue and orange? That would just be tacky. Look at the FL gators [laugh]
I believe I can make any color look good, thank you very much! ;) [laugh]
Oh my God! Look at what has happened to LYD since he moved to Ohio!!! Have mercy!!
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2008/mgp/indy/geebee/2/j.htm
Quote from: fastwin on September 15, 2008, 02:48:48 PM
Oh my God! Look at what has happened to LYD since he moved to Ohio!!! Have mercy!!
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2008/mgp/indy/geebee/2/j.htm
Much improved [thumbsup]
William, you need to get out there and show these boys how to ride!! [thumbsup]
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2008/mgp/indy/geebee/1/6.htm
Quote from: fastwin on September 15, 2008, 02:54:02 PM
William, you need to get out there and show these boys how to ride!! [thumbsup]
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2008/mgp/indy/geebee/1/6.htm
Damn!! That's about $25k worth of bikes there. Nice custom paint jobs too. You won't see those colors on stock bikes. I've had my S-works for about 18 months and I still love it every time I ride. Stiff and nimble enough for the crits, but it's also forgiving on long distances.
Yeah, I can remember when a full Campy Super Record Cinelli would go for $1500-$1600. Wait... that was last millenium. [bang] [laugh]
Quote from: Bonwilder on September 16, 2008, 03:50:08 AM
Prescription for fellow DFW-MFr's - beat the shit out of punching bag in the am to release frustration - relax, stretch, and meditate to get the mind to sit still ...........be very thankful if the world doesn't throw something your way worth stressing over :P - forget about the bs! Oh, and hit the corners like a friggin bat outa hell! [moto] (i know, i really haven't had enough sleep........whatever...............) [laugh] ;D
Sleep?? What's this sleep stuff you speak of [laugh]
no kidding.....it's freakin ridiculous :P
Anybody want to go to Houston this Saturday and help out some of the Houston folks clean up their neighborhood?
just thinking out loud
I'll be in arkansas. last I saw today on I-20, they were asking people to not go towards Houston because the gas stations had no fuel. Hope you got a good drag up tank.
where's all the white noise? Is Ohio beating us now? [cheeky]
Quote from: bryant8 on September 16, 2008, 06:48:04 PM
Anybody want to go to Houston this Saturday and help out some of the Houston folks clean up their neighborhood?
just thinking out loud
sounds like a worthy effort, but I can't make this one. :P
It was almost cold riding in to work this morning [thumbsup]
(http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/icons/freezing.gif)
Went for a short ride at 5:30, and my bike never got over 155 [thumbsup] I may have a slight case of frostbite [laugh]
Quote from: Kevin848 on September 18, 2008, 02:19:42 AM
It was almost cold riding in to work this morning [thumbsup]
(http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/icons/freezing.gif)
Riding home, though, afterwork has been sweet this week. [thumbsup] [moto]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on September 18, 2008, 04:51:08 AM
Riding home, though, afterwork has been sweet this week. [thumbsup] [moto]
indeed it has... If we keep having weather like this Ill be needing another set of tires in no time.
got tires LATE last night. Will have rear put on today at 4:00 with the help of friend. ( he has a puggle ;) )
What time do you anticipate arrival at the Chateau des Slag?
5:00-5:30
I'll be ready
Quote from: Slag on September 19, 2008, 07:35:18 AM
I'll be ready
Just a hint... I hear Tommy likes it when you wear the French Maid outfit [thumbsup]
I might be a little late, according to recent posts, I will need to get drunk first.
Chaps it is [thumbsup]
In celebration of my ascension to Hero, I share with you a pic of my dumb ass riding a buffalo. No fish were harmed in the making of this photo.
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/375830287_oyyA9-M.jpg)
isn't it illegal to hump a dead buffalo?
Quote from: Tommy on September 19, 2008, 01:29:50 PM
isn't it illegal to hump a dead buffalo?
only in New York.
cdc
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/wan/844961068.html
"I'm needing to rent a sports bike for a photo shoot next month (end of October to beginning of November; exact date TBD).
I'm not real picky as to make/model (Honda, Kawasaki, Ducati, etc..), but would prefer the colour to be Blue, Red, or Black. It must be a street bike; No cruisers, choppers, hogs, Harley-Davidson bikes or the like."
Quote from: Slag on September 19, 2008, 01:15:10 PM
In celebration of my ascension to Hero, I share with you a pic of my dumb ass riding a buffalo. No fish were harmed in the making of this photo.
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/375830287_oyyA9-M.jpg)
Is that an Accuracy International rifle? If it is, did you get it from Bill Davis at Tac Pro? Just curious.
Sure is. Bill is quite the guy. Just wish that he would stop putting milk in my tea [roll]
Sweet!! Yes he is a great guy. Once a Brit always a Brit! [thumbsup] [laugh]
Last week before we left for AR, I changed my profile pic to the Dumb and Dumber pic of them in Aspen on the scooter.........Now my pic is Mr T Yoda, and I never changed it.........
Quote from: Tommy on September 22, 2008, 05:55:38 AM
Last week before we left for AR, I changed my profile pic to the Dumb and Dumber pic of them in Aspen on the scooter.........Now my pic is Mr T Yoda, and I never changed it.........
While you where high on AR.... :P
Quote from: bryant8 on September 19, 2008, 08:13:18 PM
In case you haven't noticed the new banner on the top of the page, the DMF will be moved to a new server this weekend. [clap]
Ride threads may not be accessible
[thumbsup]
:o Wow - & now there is spell check !!! Maybe that is why the dumb&dumber photo changed because it will be so much easier to look smart now !!! [laugh]
Anybody want a race 2008 RC8 (supposedly 1 of 50 in NA)? I got a tip about one that's arriving very soon to the area. It's for sale for $30k obo
I think I may have found my project bike
The one and only!
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/853582112.html
I just emailed the guy w/ some questions. I just want the motor and the carbs
PETA insists that Ben & Jerrys stop using cows milk, and urges them to switch to breast milk!!
PETA (http://www.wptz.com/news/17539127/detail.html)
Quote from: Slag on September 25, 2008, 03:34:36 PM
PETA insists that Ben & Jerrys stop using cows milk, and urges them to switch to breast milk!!
PETA (http://www.wptz.com/news/17539127/detail.html)
My neighbor just showed me and Bonnie his new beer bong that has a boob attached to the front........... Pics or it never happened right?
High on life and drunk on boobs.....hells yeah [thumbsup]
the server transfer is the culprit, it'll settle down over time
Calling all "dudes".
http://www.amazon.com/Big-Lebowski-10th-Anniversary-Limited/dp/B001AEF6CW
Holy shite, it's in a bowling ball!
I would totally buy that if I didn't already have the movie
That is kick ass [thumbsup]
Quote from: ╠═ dallas2r ═╣ on September 25, 2008, 09:16:53 PM
Calling all "dudes".
http://www.amazon.com/Big-Lebowski-10th-Anniversary-Limited/dp/B001AEF6CW
That would make an awesome birthday present [thumbsup]
never seen the movie :P
Quote from: Tommy on September 26, 2008, 05:15:10 AM
never seen the movie :P
one of my all-time faves [thumbsup]
Dearest Samsonite,
Your avatar should only be used in the political forum. Please rectumfy this immediately :o ;D [evil] [beer]
Quote from: Slag on September 26, 2008, 05:21:22 PM
Dearest Samsonite,
Your avatar should only be used in the political forum. Please rectumfy this immediately :o ;D [evil] [beer]
dearest slag,
I'm sure we have a few people who are here that would like to be a moderator........all I could think of while choosing this comedic picture was, "why, cuz f^ck'm"
this is still the say anything thread right? Shhew! Just making sure ;)
just waiting for a protester preaching free speech to limit my free speech
I am hungry
Quote from: Tommy on September 26, 2008, 08:06:18 PM
.....all I could think of while choosing this comedic picture was, "why, cuz f^ck'm"
weird. that's sort of my motto...
Quote from: The Svoloch on September 27, 2008, 05:19:14 AM
weird. that's sort of my motto...
you're an inspiration to all [thumbsup]
Well except for the whole food thing.....
Quote from: Slag on September 26, 2008, 11:27:13 PM
I am hungry
That's my maxim only I am usually "starving" !
RIP Paul Newman.
I will continue to eat your dressing.
Yep, read that this morning. Bummer. Will have to bust out my copy of Cool Hand Luke in memory!! What's your dirt doing in my hole... shaking that bush boss... just one more tiny little egg Luke boy. [thumbsup] Just don't make actors like that anymore. Just awesome work. [clap] [popcorn]
Zack, hope everything is ok.
Give my best to whomever needs it.
If you need anything at all, let us know
Quote from: Tommy on September 27, 2008, 10:02:34 AM
Zack, hope everything is ok.
Give my best to whomever needs it.
If you need anything at all, let us know
+1
Hmmm the board just changed my profile pic... guess I'll stick with crazy eyes!
Vacation is over, back to work for me tonight... look forward to seeing posts from me at all hours of the night!
Rich, are you still on 2nd shift?
I think this week he was on the 7am, I know he had to be there this morning at 7
Bonnie rode the 1098 to school today :P
Not worried about her riding it, she's just as capable as me, it's the idea of it in a parking lot on display for people for hours.
Quote from: Clyde on September 29, 2008, 11:41:13 AM
Bonnie rode the 1098 to school today :P
Not worried about her riding it, she's just as capable as me, it's the idea of it in a parking lot on display for people for hours.
Great, now I know where to stop by for a "good deal" on a 1098S. ;D
Quote from: BarneePhife on September 29, 2008, 12:32:57 PM
Great, now I know where to stop by for a "good deal" on a 1098S. ;D
You just need a Kendon to pull behind the 'Vette ;D
Quote from: BarneePhife on September 29, 2008, 12:32:57 PM
Great, now I know where to stop by for a "good deal" on a 1098S. ;D
TCC Hurst.......there for the taking......or sitting.....
Quote from: Clyde on September 29, 2008, 12:50:10 PM
TCC Hurst.......there for the taking......or sitting.....
You DO carry comprehensive, right?!?
:o Stranger than fiction - Clyde's ( of Bonnie & Clyde ) weapon of choice was a Tommy Gun !! Coincidence ?? I think not !!
Now the question is : Is there a Clyde Gun & is it Tommy's weapon of choice ??? [laugh]
Quote from: Cyclone on September 29, 2008, 01:22:43 PM
:o Stranger than fiction - Clyde's ( of Bonnie & Clyde ) weapon of choice was a Tommy Gun !! Coincidence ?? I think not !!
Now the question is : Is there a Clyde Gun & is it Tommy's weapon of choice ??? [laugh]
wrong Clyde..........Right turn .......
Quote from: L'Smart on September 29, 2008, 12:57:32 PM
You DO carry comprehensive, right?!?
yes, but Bonnie tried to get me to cancel it though....... We are considering liability only
DLS......qualifiers ordered, expect shipment sometime between now and when they arrive
Just for the record, I just replied to PMs from Giannis and Tommy. Hope you guys get them. The board is messing with my PM replies as well as other stuff for other people.
Mod bug is acting up...must resist urge to buy parts for the bike [bang]
Anybody need help wrenching on their bike? That usually helps me sate the mod gods [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on September 29, 2008, 08:56:57 PM
Mod bug is acting up...must resist urge to buy parts for the bike [bang]
Anybody need help wrenching on their bike? That usually helps me sate the mod gods [thumbsup]
you could tell/show me and Bonwilder how to get all the play out of her Rizoma grips on her S4R.........Sticks in the closed position like it clicks in, but then when you twist it, theres about a 1/4 inch of play.....
Throttle play and actuation stickiness correction is BS... just dump it and get a new bike! [laugh]
Quote from: Clyde on September 29, 2008, 09:07:39 PM
you could tell/show me and Bonwilder how to get all the play out of her Rizoma grips on her S4R.........Sticks in the closed position like it clicks in, but then when you twist it, theres about a 1/4 inch of play.....
You may want to PM WiWa for that info, IIRC he shimmed the wire guide to stop it from sticking.
Quote from: Clyde on September 29, 2008, 09:07:39 PM
you could tell/show me and Bonwilder how to get all the play out of her Rizoma grips on her S4R.........Sticks in the closed position like it clicks in, but then when you twist it, theres about a 1/4 inch of play.....
Not sure how he did it but Randy took about 95% of the play out of my throttle. Sorry I'll pay closer attention next time :-\
Wow Kevin, great pic of the sun rising over the bike!!
Quote from: fastwin on September 30, 2008, 05:51:18 AM
Wow Kevin, great pic of the sun rising over the bike!!
Thanks... I cant take credit for it. I swiped it from somewhere else but I did tweak the color, contrast, brightness and some other bits to get it to look a little better.
Quote from: Kevin848 on September 30, 2008, 05:53:47 AM
Thanks... I cant take credit for it. I swiped it from somewhere else but I did tweak the color, contrast, brightness and some other bits to get it to look a little better.
yes, very nice [thumbsup]
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on September 29, 2008, 01:25:54 PM
DLS......qualifiers ordered, expect shipment sometime between now and when they arrive
Qualifiers in da house [thumbsup]
Quote from: L'Smart on September 30, 2008, 11:35:43 AM
Qualifiers in da house [thumbsup]
holy crap that was fast :o I ordered them yesterday [moto]
now if only her proitalia order would get here........ [bang] she didn't want me to say anything about her new white and black IOM 78 jacket. [roll] guess I blew that one
new pit-bull stands (PS and 1098) are in route too [thumbsup]
Quote from: L'Smart on September 30, 2008, 11:35:43 AM
Qualifiers in da house [thumbsup]
DLS, please hold onto those till Friday, the Bonwilder will be at the warehome from 9:30 am till noonish to have her new shoes mounted to her PS [moto]
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on September 30, 2008, 12:31:39 PM
now if only her proitalia order would get here........ [bang] she didn't want me to say anything about her new white and black IOM 78 jacket. [roll] guess I blew that one
new pit-bull stands (PS and 1098) are in route too [thumbsup]
Now the only thing you lack is a 1/2 Termi System for the 1098 [thumbsup]
;D ;D ;D
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on September 30, 2008, 12:37:45 PM
DLS, please hold onto those till Friday, the Bonwilder will be at the warehome from 9:30 am till noonish to have her new shoes mounted to her PS [moto]
PARTY AT THE WAREHOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: L'Smart on September 30, 2008, 12:37:55 PM
Now the only thing you lack is a 1/2 Termi System for the 1098 [thumbsup]
;D ;D ;D
and a shift lever for a SC1000........anybody??!??!
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on September 30, 2008, 12:55:42 PM
and a shift lever for a SC1000........anybody??!??!
Looks pretty much like the shifter on the 1098, except chrome. eBay? other forums??
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on September 30, 2008, 12:55:42 PM
and a shift lever for a SC1000........anybody??!??!
Didn't see any on eBay... She can borrow mine for track day [thumbsup]
Quote from: L'Smart on September 30, 2008, 01:34:36 PM
Didn't see any on eBay... She can borrow mine for track day [thumbsup]
We have an extra from when I laid down the monster :P , it just needs to be straightened a little [laugh], also need to check the fit
Quote from: L'Smart on September 30, 2008, 12:38:21 PM
PARTY AT THE WAREHOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
right on! :-*
DFW's Top Cosmetic/Reconstructive Surgery Doctors (http://www.dallasceomagazine.com/ME2/Audiences/dirmod.asp?sid=&nm=&type=MultiPublishing&mod=PublishingTitles&mid=7155F7796F354F21B1183937D847D6DF&tier=4&id=F2D4FB879D3A4202B29423690347ECEC&SiteId=A967C47D4B6B4222A0EBA0B5025F306C&PageId=D91E5836736E45ACA0CAEFED9820163E)
My brother-in-law (Joshua Lemmon) is on that list [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on October 01, 2008, 11:02:06 AM
DFW's Top Cosmetic/Reconstructive Surgery Doctors
My brother-in-law (Joshua Lemmon) is on that list [thumbsup]
Maybe we could get a group buy going?!?
I think he could hook you up w/ some hair removal [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: bryant8 on October 01, 2008, 11:23:36 AM
I think he could hook you up w/ some hair removal [laugh] [laugh]
Razor and lube = FREE ;D
On another note [coffee]:
We have a few new folks in the group. Don't forget to post pic's of the bikes in the Bike Thread stuck near the top of the DFWM. [thumbsup] [moto]
Quitting time!!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on October 01, 2008, 11:23:36 AM
I think he could hook you up w/ some hair removal [laugh] [laugh]
Keeps me warm in winter ;D
Has a lot of work in it but it doesn't quite do it for me
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZbqU715eYQ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZbqU715eYQ)
This on the other hand is... hot!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqVg_JhwOa8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqVg_JhwOa8)
:P I don't know ... something about the way British Empire folks say " Dew Catty " always sort of sets my teeth on edge but they probably hate they way I make an already plural you more so with y'all !
Edit: No offense andym, webspoke - or other proper English speakers - it's an ear thing ! Texians say porsh instead of por-shuh ( Porsche ) also hits me odd.
Quote from: Cyclone on October 03, 2008, 06:11:42 AM
:P I don't know ... something about the way British Empire folks say " Dew Catty " always sort of sets my teeth on edge but they probably hate they way I make an already plural you more so with y'all !
Edit: No offense andym, webspoke - or other proper English speakers - it's an ear thing ! Texians say porsh instead of por-shuh ( Porsche ) also hits me odd.
don't you ride one of them bee em dubyas?
look for us on the news, we just managed to shut down I-35w for miles. Blew a nice 3 foot hole out of the northbound fast lane and its spewing bore mud like a mofo. Good stuff for Friday traffic!
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 03, 2008, 10:55:58 AM
look for us on the news, we just managed to shut down I-35w for miles. Blew a nice 3 foot hole out of the northbound fast lane and its spewing bore mud like a moto. Good stuff for Friday traffic!
Damn :o
Which part of I35?
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on October 03, 2008, 11:06:45 AM
Damn :o
Which part of I35?
bout 400yards south of Hidden Creek Pkwy.....Burleson
around mile marker 35
Hope nobody was hurt...
Quote from: Cyclone on October 03, 2008, 06:11:42 AM
:P I don't know ... something about the way British Empire folks say " Dew Catty " always sort of sets my teeth on edge but they probably hate they way I make an already plural you more so with y'all !
Edit: No offense andym, webspoke - or other proper English speakers - it's an ear thing ! Texians say porsh instead of por-shuh ( Porsche ) also hits me odd.
No offence taken and it is different to the standard "OMG, I love your accent" I get, but that is 'normally' from the ladies. [wine]
Quote from: andym on October 03, 2008, 12:07:18 PM
No offence taken and it is different to the standard "OMG, I love your accent" I get, but that is 'normally' from the ladies. [wine]
I kinda like it, if you know what I mean.....
Not that there's anything wrong with that
Andy,
Good to see that you are already knee deep in our board nonsense! [laugh] You have officially joined the madness that is our "family". Personally I like the way the commentators say Dew Catty. Even Colin and Jennifer are begining to say it that way for fun. ;D
Just a quick update for our friend Slag, he and his dad are spending some much needed quaity time together in mountains of Arkansas. He should be home soon, so HC here we come! I'm glad his father is doing well, now I can't continue to assume the worst.......glad I was wrong! Zach, take care of family business and get back here soon, we all miss you [thumbsup]
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 06, 2008, 06:51:53 AM
Just a quick update for our friend Slag, he and his dad are spending some much needed quaity time together in mountains of Arkansas. He should be home soon, so HC here we come! I'm glad his father is doing well, now I can't continue to assume the worst.......glad I was wrong! Zach, take care of family business and get back here soon, we all miss you [thumbsup]
A big thumbs up on that one!! [thumbsup] He called me last night too and it was all good news to hear. Can't beat that. See you soon Zach!!
Glad to hear the good news Zach... we missed you Sunday. Hurry home man!
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 06, 2008, 06:51:53 AM
Just a quick update for our friend Slag, he and his dad are spending some much needed quaity time together in mountains of Arkansas. He should be home soon, so HC here we come! I'm glad his father is doing well, now I can't continue to assume the worst.......glad I was wrong! Zach, take care of family business and get back here soon, we all miss you [thumbsup]
Alright! More good news [thumbsup] Not bad for a Monday.
was talking to someone about how cool the puggle pod is.......anyone got pics? I'm sure there's some new guys that's wondering what the hell a puggle pod is.
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 07, 2008, 05:49:47 AM
was talking to someone about how cool the puggle pod is.......anyone got pics? I'm sure there's some new guys that's wondering what the hell a puggle pod is.
Search you tube for puggle pod [thumbsup]
ahh.....couldn't do it at work, good thing I had an iphone [thumbsup]
Quote from: cstx_ST4s on October 07, 2008, 06:08:52 AM
Ok, I've thought about it overnight and am wondering if it's ok to change your name once you've signed up? I told Kevin Sunday that I thought my name was drab and without imagination. To which he replied that because he didn't want to forget his name and what he rides is why he chose his. So this got me to thinking and I think he's right. So, since I ride a red ST4s maybe I should be Red or Redonthehead, Red4s, Redulator, CharlieRedST4s, Shit-for-brains-for-riding-without-a-helmet, hmmm...given the month maybe Red October. Oh well maybe you have another suggestion.
Well, I have changed my name more than my undies, so I don't think it's a big deal. If you want people to chime in, post a new thread topic about suggestions or just start from the say anything. Once you find one that tickles your fancy, change it and post the change under the stickied alphabetized thread. [thumbsup]
Holy crap, you all are really starting to make progress on my posting........
Redulator [thumbsup]
AFLAQ-Quack
I should find out what is wrong with the 1098 today. I will be picking up a new bike if they cannot get it done by THC. I have been looking for a more comfy bike since our return fom AR. I am really leaning towards a ZX-14, complete with Corbin hard bags [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on October 07, 2008, 06:58:13 AM
I should find out what is wrong with the 1098 today. I will be picking up a new bike if they cannot get it done by THC. I have been looking for a more comfy bike since our return fom AR. I am really leaning towards a ZX-14, complete with Corbin hard bags [thumbsup]
no offense, but [puke] [puke] [puke] [puke]
I would get the busa, but Brian has one.
Quote from: Slag on October 07, 2008, 06:58:13 AM
I should find out what is wrong with the 1098 today. I will be picking up a new bike if they cannot get it done by THC. I have been looking for a more comfy bike since our return fom AR. I am really leaning towards a ZX-14, complete with Corbin hard bags [thumbsup]
ok, i'll still talk to you, but onlt if you stretch it and put a 300 on the rear [cheeky]
you know i'm just funking with you....... ;)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f167/Rufus120/busa_duelie_motivate.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on October 07, 2008, 07:09:08 AM
I would get the busa, but Brian has one.
that's b/c he's smart enough to realize GSXRs are superior to ZXRs........i know this, it's a fact. I read it on the interwebs.
Man, those are the wheels Cory needs for his new car...........Dirty South style......boxed out!
Disturbing imagery aside, I think I would still get the busa over the kawi.
Quote from: Slag on October 07, 2008, 06:58:13 AM
I should find out what is wrong with the 1098 today. I will be picking up a new bike if they cannot get it done by THC. I have been looking for a more comfy bike since our return fom AR. I am really leaning towards a ZX-14, complete with Corbin hard bags [thumbsup]
The Kawi Concours 14 2008 model won top bike 'o the year from Rider. Care for some coffee and a muffin while riding down the road?
Quote from: Kevin848 on October 07, 2008, 07:14:14 AM
Disturbing imagery aside, I think I would still get the busa over the kawi.
I will check them out. I always think of stretched out drag bikes when I think busa. I just read about an overheating issue with the zx, and they were calling 95 degrees f a high ambient temp :o That will not work [bang]
Quote from: cstx_ST4s on October 07, 2008, 07:18:08 AM
The Kawi Concours 14 2008 model won top bike 'o the year from Rider. Care for some coffee and a muffin while riding down the road?
Hmm, a cigar friendly motorcycle [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on October 07, 2008, 07:19:43 AM
Hmm, a cigar friendly motorcycle [thumbsup]
Goldwing has an Airbag.
Quote from: cstx_ST4s on October 07, 2008, 07:18:08 AM
The Kawi Concours 14 2008 model won top bike 'o the year from Rider. Care for some coffee and a muffin while riding down the road?
ahhh.....the experts.......
.............what did the experts tell us about Fannie and Freddie? shit...wrong thread again
GSXR is and will always be superior to the Kawi............ BTW, I'm claiming to be an expert on this. therefore I know.
Having trouble finding a busa in the ft worth area. No one has them in stock :P
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 07, 2008, 07:29:17 AM
and reverse [thumbsup]
You just cant F with that!! [thumbsup] Ooh.. how about the beamer with the hydraulic center stand!?
That beemer was awesome
Quote from: Slag on October 07, 2008, 07:29:23 AM
Having trouble finding a busa in the ft worth area. No one has them in stock :P
That's because everyone that wants one has bought one! My buddies at Action Kawasaki/Suzuki told me people would come in and want to see "that Hayabusa killer". They'd stare at the ZX-14 for awhile maybe sit on it and then walk out the door with a new Busa. I didn't realize the first couple of years they were really weak in the low and mid range power. Kicked ass on top but a little fluffy below that, the Busa would kick it's butt down there. Don't remember the bike mags ever saying that though. But apparently they corrected that ECU mapping issue on the 2008s and now the ZX and Busa run neck and neck.
I think it would make a killer warp speed sport tourer just like my Busa. [thumbsup] Tank bag, duffle, Zero Gravity Double Bubble screen, maybe some Heli-bars (if you're old and crusty like me ;D) and voila! Kick ass 186mph sport tourer. Their Concours version does nothing for me. WAY too heavy!! I'd stick to the chain drive standard ZX any day. Zach, if you ever want to take the Busa for a spin just let me know. Don't know many shops that would let you test ride a Busa or ZX14. :P
I may take you up on that. I really would like a sport touring behemoth. The fuel range alone on the 1098 was distressing, not to mention the slightly less than comfortable riding position.
Quote from: Slag on October 07, 2008, 05:25:49 PM
I may take you up on that. I really would like a sport touring behemoth. The fuel range alone on the 1098 was distressing, not to mention the slightly less than comfortable riding position.
Ok, at this point is where I have to jump back in...Zach, I went through all those same thoughts in choosing my ST4s. I chose if for two things: 1-A real-life F*ing SBK in the 996 motor with suspension to boot in the Ohlins rear and TiN up front. Fearless in the corners. 2-Two up moto touring at it's best with the panniers and a top box. It also makes the little lady feel safe with the top box. That alone makes a good argument. The Kawahonyamasukis (in my humble [laugh] opinion) is that the Euro's have got it all over the far easterners. That said they do have a place in the market no doubt. All bikes are good. That is why ultimately it's a personal choice of what you like. Can't imagine only one or two styles of shoes for the whole world to wear.
I take it that something happened to the 1098s? It looked great at the Bike Wash.
Now, on second thought, if you don't really want that old and decrepit slowass bullfart of a 1098s and you're going to pitch it to curb with Thursday's trash give me a call first.
The 1098 is sick, We do not know how sick yet. My dash lit up like a christmas tree, grinding noise, and something leaking from the top of the engine. The sport touring bike would not be a replacement, just an addition to the stable.
Quote from: Slag on October 08, 2008, 07:41:27 PM
The 1098 is sick, We do not know how sick yet. My dash lit up like a christmas tree, grinding noise, and something leaking from the top of the engine. The sport touring bike would not be a replacement, just an addition to the stable.
Heard that about additions. I'm wanting an s R behind another bike's numbers too sometime soon. As you well know it's a habit worse than drugs.
Yes. I apparently have that same addiction too. You did say addiction didn't you? And you know what? Of all the bad press that addictions get these days, I would say that the bike addiction thing is really not in the same class and should not be thought of as a negative thing. [thumbsup] Personally I think of it as a positive thing. Of all the screwed up things I do this is by far the least harmful and the most satisfying!! Well, that is as long as you exclude the whole wild animal attack factor. [laugh]
In case you didn't see this in the GMF
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=12842.msg219886#msg219886 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=12842.msg219886#msg219886)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sVEIu_SG_E (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sVEIu_SG_E)
no kidding
[thumbsup] Wow Bryant ! What a great way to end a weird day - I can go to sleep now !!!
That is inspirational !!
Hope Morgan Had a Happy Birthday even though her car got smashed ! See y'all in a few days - TEXAS vs OU weekend ... hmmm think I'll go to Austin !! [thumbsup] Did you get those BEVO flags on the 848 B?
Mr. T - I would want you on my side !! Sorry about the bizzare day dude - roll with the punches !!
Quote from: Cyclone on October 09, 2008, 08:52:25 PM
[thumbsup]
Hope Morgan Had a Happy Birthday even though her car got smashed ! Mr. T - I would want you on my side !! Sorry about the bizzare day dude - roll with the punches !!
No Worries ;)
Quote from: Cyclone on October 09, 2008, 08:52:25 PM
[thumbsup] Wow Bryant ! What a great way to end a weird day - I can go to sleep now !!!
That is inspirational !!
Hope Morgan Had a Happy Birthday even though her car got smashed ! See y'all in a few days - TEXAS vs OU weekend ... hmmm think I'll go to Austin !! [thumbsup] Did you get those BEVO flags on the 848 B?
Mr. T - I would want you on my side !! Sorry about the bizzare day dude - roll with the punches !!
No time to get the bike set up in Burnt Orange >:(
Since I worked really late tonight, I'll probably slide into work an hour late and grab some UT swag for the bike
That video is great! It really shows that if you love to do something, there's nothing that can stand in your way.
Oh yeah, I got a new toy this week. I haven't had time to mess with it too much, except commuting with it on the bike
This is a real rough edit and soundtrack. The sounds is less than desirable, but the video quality is decent. This vid is off the left fork
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGbgPZMokRs (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGbgPZMokRs)
I got the Oregon Scientific ATK2k
This is the first video I captured. I hope to tweak it a bit better on Sunday and have it good to go for trackday [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on October 09, 2008, 09:11:36 PM
I hope to tweak it a bit better on Sunday and have it good to go for trackday [thumbsup]
Cooollll!!!!!! Maybe I could talk you into following me around for a coupla laps?!?!?? [thumbsup]
I'll do my best to try [thumbsup]
btw
if you didn't see this in GMF
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9625.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9625.0)
I just received my free book this week
Quote from: bryant8 on October 15, 2008, 01:52:50 PM
if you didn't see this in GMF
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9625.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9625.0)
I just received my free book this week
I saw it last week and ordered a copy, what's it like?
I haven't really thumbed through it yet, but it's on par w/ the AMA Ride America book.
Quote from: bryant8 on October 15, 2008, 01:52:50 PM
I'll do my best to try [thumbsup]
btw
if you didn't see this in GMF
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9625.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9625.0)
I just received my free book this week
Thanks Bryant! [thumbsup]
I know what will be happening at the Tommy/Bonwilder residence tonight. I am sure that you all know what day it is...
Project Runway finale [evil] [evil]
(http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=181;type=avatar)
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/395054748_B5UVx-S.jpg)
Not true... You just need to try HARDER!!!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: Slag on October 15, 2008, 06:35:59 PM
(http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=dlattach;attach=181;type=avatar)
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/395054748_B5UVx-S.jpg)
coincidence??? I think not!
Things come better in 3's [thumbsup]
"I can ride my bike with no handle bars...No handle bars..."
;D [evil]
A recent study found the average American walks about 900 miles a year.
Another study found Americans drink, on the average, 22 gallons of alcohol
a year.
That means, on average, Americans get about 41 miles to the gallon.
Makes You Proud To Be An American!
Just called contact person at IMS.
Me: "Well Mel, how's my situation shaping up? Do I have good news from you?"
Mel (legal dept IMS): "Hey man, how's your trip? BTW, will Allstate pay for the repairs on your bike?"
Me: "Yeah they'll pay for everything except my $1,000 deductible."
Mel: "Can you send me documents saying that they will?"
Me: "Why?"
Mel: "So I can have everything and we can figure out what to do."
Me: "You mean two weeks after we talked you still haven't decided what to do? And how does it affect you what Allstate does? My bike's been at the dealer for three weeks now and the dealer has been kind enough not to charge me for storage and you want more documents? You know, after I jump through more hoops for you do I have any indication that IMS will cover my deductable? I've given up trying to get you guys to pay for the whole thing. I'm just asking for the deductable."
Mel: "Just send me the documents and we'll go from there."
At this point, I smell sh!T, make that Bsh!t.
What a month!
cdc
Who's IMS? What happened to your bike? :(
Quote from: Sir L'Blur on October 22, 2008, 03:29:53 PM
Who's IMS? What happened to your bike? :(
IMS = Indianapolis Motor Speedway
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=11435.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=11435.0)
cdc
I think I found my track bike
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=34689 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=34689)
Funny you mention that. Catie may pick one up next week.
Quote from: Slag on October 23, 2008, 09:54:08 AM
Funny you mention that. Catie may pick one up next week.
Which dealer? I'd like to get one for track duty next spring [thumbsup]
Eurosport has 3
The track only RS125 is there?
Hrrmmm I may have to go west one evening and check it out...
Yep, they have them. The 2 stroke trackbike.
Quote from: bryant8 on October 23, 2008, 09:52:22 AM
I think I found my track bike
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=34689 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=34689)
I know someone thats getting one, maybe he'll post up ;D
Quote from: bryant8 on October 23, 2008, 10:10:18 AM
The track only RS125 is there?
Are these track only?
Why are they not allowed on the road?
That would be a freakin blast. Why does the picture of it have headlights and license plate bracket if it's only a racebike?
They are street legal in Europe and Australia [thumbsup]
But it still has all that stuff when you buy it in the US? So you gotta convert it from a streetbike to race bike? That means new bodywork and paint, etc.
Sure does. I am going to try and get hers tagged. It is easy with a dirt bike, so I think I can pull it off with this. No guarantees though.
Aren't they 2 stroke? I don't think it really passes emissions testing.
Quote from: Sir L'Blur on October 23, 2008, 01:45:42 PM
Aren't they 2 stroke? I don't think it really passes emissions testing.
It does not. Luckily jiffy lube can not test the emissions of a motorcycle. I know several people who have made 2 stroke Husaberg dirt bikes quasi street legal and gotten plates. And these were in the last 2 months.
Just got off the phone with Eurosport. OTD will be $6600. They still have 3 in stock, and they all have the Lorenzo paint scheme. They can also finance them.
Quote from: Slag on October 23, 2008, 01:48:29 PM
It does not. Luckily jiffy lube can not test the emissions of a motorcycle. I know several people who have made 2 stroke Husaberg dirt bikes quasi street legal and gotten plates. And these were in the last 2 months.
Why would they not pass the emissions test? They are Euro 3 rated which if I understand correctly is about the same as what will be needed here in 2010.
We all learn to ride on 2-strokes in the UK and I would have thought regs there would be tougher than here.
Since when do motorcycles get emission tested anyway?? I had those evil Termi race only pipes on my 1098 and I doubt that would pass any emission test.
Texas has motorcycle emissions laws, they just do not enforce testing. It is super expensive to set it up for cars, and most places cannot afford to buy it for bikes to. We looked into it when we owned a car wash/lube center. It was going to run around $80k IIRC. I expect Texas to mandate motorcycle testing before too long.
And police can give tickets for non DOT exhaust whenever they want. I have seen it done.
Report from Barber for you "old timers" (Brian Charles???)... Scroll down the link to see the latest Duc..
http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/Barber-Vintage-Festival-Motorcycle-Classics.aspx?blogid=44&utm_medium=email&utm_source=iPost (http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/Barber-Vintage-Festival-Motorcycle-Classics.aspx?blogid=44&utm_medium=email&utm_source=iPost)
Buy it now ;D
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=13753.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=13753.0)
Quote from: gt1000man on October 24, 2008, 04:24:25 AM
Report from Barber for you "old timers" (Brian Charles???)... Scroll down the link to see the latest Duc..
http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/Barber-Vintage-Festival-Motorcycle-Classics.aspx?blogid=44&utm_medium=email&utm_source=iPost (http://www.motorcycleclassics.com/Barber-Vintage-Festival-Motorcycle-Classics.aspx?blogid=44&utm_medium=email&utm_source=iPost)
Note to self: I must visit Barber soon.
cdc
Quote from: cdc on October 24, 2008, 07:45:44 AM
Note to self: I must visit Barber soon.
cdc
Well Charles , it looks like you had a great trip to Indy this year. DFWers are always welcome this side of "sippi"
Looks like the Aprilia RS250 may be coming over as well. Found out earlier today. We are thinking about holding off on the RS125 just to be sure. That would be even sweeter [thumbsup]
We also found out a few things we didn't like about the 125. New shock and forks is almost required (according to the UK guys) for someone as portly as myself. They recommended getting the 250, and to leave the 125 to "women and teens" [evil] ;D
The Streetfighter website is up on the Ducati site... nice intro movie [thumbsup]
Oh yeah... 1098R Bayliss Edition
http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09 (http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09)
Quote from: bryant8 on November 03, 2008, 06:27:19 PM
Oh yeah... 1098R Bayliss Edition
http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09 (http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09)
What do you think... $43,995? ...$45K? ???
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on November 03, 2008, 07:04:45 PM
What do you think... $43,995? ...$45K? ???
I think it's stunning [bacon]
Quote from: SUPER DUKE! on November 03, 2008, 07:04:45 PM
What do you think... $43,995? ...$45K? ???
[bang] I think the old saw is you have to ask ... [bang]
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on November 03, 2008, 07:08:14 PM
I think it's stunning [bacon]
Yes -it
IS very nice!!!
-But I worry about having stuff that is TOO nice.
I realy liked the TriColore 1098S too.
but I ride hard and ride a LOT, so...
It is inevitable it would smack the asphalt more than I would appreciate. :(
I'm sure it will be amazing to see in person!There is no telling, but it could come with aditional hotrod parts/tuning also!
I think Charles should get one to go next to his 916SPS!
...if you don't have room I could store it at my place for you buddy!... [evil]
(http://img2.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0026.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net/free-unhappy-smileys.php)
Quote from: bryant8 on November 03, 2008, 06:27:19 PM
Oh yeah... 1098R Bayliss Edition
http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09 (http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09)
Quote from: bryant8 on November 03, 2008, 06:27:19 PM
Oh yeah... 1098R Bayliss Edition
http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09 (http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/my2009/ModelPage.jhtml?family=Superbike&model=SBK1098RBAY-09)
Thats Hot!
$20 says fastwin has one [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I'm not sure I like the new logo ???
(http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/duc_logo.jpg)
Quote from: Kevin848 on November 04, 2008, 05:36:28 AM
I'm not sure I like the new logo ???
(http://prosourceit.com/misc/other_imgs/duc_logo.jpg)
is that like a Puma Ducati logo ???
It is the new line of Lee Press-On Nails [bang]
Anybody know who this white 848 belongs to? Ahhh, where did the side panels go? How did it get a salvage title with only side panel damage. Hmmmm, puzzling evidence.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___2008-DUCATI-848-SUPERBIKE-1098-LOW-MILES-TEXAS_W0QQitemZ260311019545QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item260311019545&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___2008-DUCATI-848-SUPERBIKE-1098-LOW-MILES-TEXAS_W0QQitemZ260311019545QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item260311019545&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
Quote from: fastwin on November 05, 2008, 04:26:43 PM
Anybody know who this white 848 belongs to? Ahhh, where did the side panels go? Puzzling evidence.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___2008-DUCATI-848-SUPERBIKE-1098-LOW-MILES-TEXAS_W0QQitemZ260311019545QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item260311019545&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___2008-DUCATI-848-SUPERBIKE-1098-LOW-MILES-TEXAS_W0QQitemZ260311019545QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item260311019545&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A727%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
Hmmm, White Cat?
His bike was a lot more beat up than this one. The front fairing on his is really buggered. I have a feeling the left side that you can't see tells the real story. More pics would be nice.
Quote from: fastwin on November 05, 2008, 04:30:24 PM
I have a feeling the left side that you can't see tells the real story. More pics would be nice.
Additional pics:
http://www.usbconsulting.com/ebay/photos/motorcycles/08duc848_442/gallery.htm (http://www.usbconsulting.com/ebay/photos/motorcycles/08duc848_442/gallery.htm)
Thanks George, didn't see a link. Weird, it looks perfect except for side panels and no front fender. How the hell did it get a salvage title? Would make a really nice track bike for someone. [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on November 05, 2008, 04:53:58 PM
... Would make a really nice track bike for someone. [thumbsup]
Hey if thats an offer I accept! ;D I mean, afterall christmas is just a month away!
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/906607385.html (http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/906607385.html)
the price is right for someone? maybe ;)
Quote from: ThelmaLou on November 05, 2008, 05:34:23 PM
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/906607385.html (http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/906607385.html)
the price is right for someone? maybe ;)
No Mo Post
I probably should get to work now. [roll]
Quote from: Kevin848 on November 07, 2008, 02:45:56 AM
I probably should get to work now. [roll]
I think you should keep posting......I'm just sayin. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Kevin848 on November 07, 2008, 02:45:56 AM
I probably should get to work now. [roll]
+1 plus riding to work = ;D [moto]
Oh, Ducati has answered my prayers
Dry clutch conversion for my 848
http://www.ducati.com/shop/product.jsp?prodid=prod1500121&catid=cat1030155&_requestid=262601 (http://www.ducati.com/shop/product.jsp?prodid=prod1500121&catid=cat1030155&_requestid=262601)
Awesome [thumbsup] Now you too can have a REAL Ducati [evil]
Quote from: Slag on November 07, 2008, 02:55:57 PM
Awesome [thumbsup] Now you too can have a REAL Ducati [evil]
Hell I'm sure it'll be cheaper than buying a real one [laugh]
Sweet! Going to start saving now!!!
If anyone is going to IMS, ML is trading a coupon for 1/2 off the addmission for your email address.
Quote from: Kevin848 on November 07, 2008, 03:23:38 PM
If anyone is going to IMS, ML is trading a coupon for 1/2 off the addmission for your email address.
(http://www.shinyshiny.tv/spam%20man.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on November 07, 2008, 03:26:22 PM
(http://www.shinyshiny.tv/spam%20man.jpg)
I think we sent 4 emails out to our list this year. So ya, better get your filters updated.
I got a few emails from ML this year but they were always about a good sale or the rat bastards that burglarized the shop but got caught stupid-handed trying to re-sale the booty (always fun to read about [thumbsup]). Never anything obnoxious at all. If you do it don't worry about excessive crap.
I'm sure that they are a stand up organization. Mailing lists are just the debil. Too easy to sell.
If ML wants my email it's theirs. They've been nothing but GREAT to me since day one. I walked in as a total noob and they treated me with respect. Michael helped me with my initial gear purchase and every time I walk in he still shakes my hand and asks me how's it goin. Everything I've seen from ML has been on the up and up and I support them 100%. It's great to walk in and see Kevin there too. Nice to know a fellow Duc lover is there in the ranks. ML rocks! [bow_down]
I figure there's about a zillion other ways for people to spam me. If it somehow originates from ML, at least it was from a company I believe in and I'm ok with that. [thumbsup]
This looks like so much FUN!!!
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=14546.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=14546.0)
Quote from: Kevin848 on November 07, 2008, 03:50:36 PM
I think we sent 4 emails out to our list this year. So ya, better get your filters updated.
Badass avatar pic - Kev! [thumbsup] :-*
More cool Ducati/car stuff!!!!
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2008/Nov/081111ay.htm (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2008/Nov/081111ay.htm)
Quote from: fastwin on November 11, 2008, 08:21:15 PM
More cool Ducati/car stuff!!!!
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2008/Nov/081111ay.htm (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2008/Nov/081111ay.htm)
Here's some pics:
http://jalopnik.com/5077236/toyota-brings-a-ducati-to-sema-via-big-red-custom-tundra (http://jalopnik.com/5077236/toyota-brings-a-ducati-to-sema-via-big-red-custom-tundra)
This isn't good. :P Obviously don't know him personally but have read his articles for years. Hope he gets better.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=34988 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=34988)
Quote from: bryant8 on November 07, 2008, 02:54:10 PM
Oh, Ducati has answered my prayers
Dry clutch conversion for my 848
http://www.ducati.com/shop/product.jsp?prodid=prod1500121&catid=cat1030155&_requestid=262601 (http://www.ducati.com/shop/product.jsp?prodid=prod1500121&catid=cat1030155&_requestid=262601)
Quote from: Kevin848 on November 07, 2008, 03:14:26 PM
Sweet! Going to start saving now!!!
AMS doesn't have pricing yet for the kit, but I'm sure it'll be worth a kidney [thumbsup] or maybe half a liver
There is a bone marrow donation thread on the main page. I'm just sayin'...
Say anything right?
Life doesn't suck.
Life is hard, but it's hard because it's worth living.
If it were easy it wouldn't be worth it, and there would be no rewards. (kinda like learning to ride, or being on a track)
You have to love life and appreciate it.
My best friend told me that you have to love something to hate it
It's ok if you hate life every now and then,
but once you learn why you hate it and you fix your problem,
you have a greater respect and appreciation for it.
I've done alot of hating (it's been slightly hidden), but I'm ready to love, respect, and appreciate.
:)
Quote from: Tommy on November 13, 2008, 05:52:40 AM
Say anything right?
Life doesn't suck.
Life is hard, but it's hard because it's worth living.
If it were easy it wouldn't be worth it, and there would be no rewards. (kinda like learning to ride, or being on a track)
You have to love life and appreciate it.
My best friend told me that you have to love something to hate it
It's ok if you hate life every now and then,
but once you learn why you hate it and you fix your problem,
you have a greater respect and appreciation for it.
I've done alot of hating (it's been slightly hidden), but I'm ready to love, respect, and appreciate.
:)
Wow,...much wisdom there. Nice. Thanks for sharing.
Quote from: Tommy on November 13, 2008, 05:52:40 AM
Say anything right?
Life doesn't suck.
Life is hard, but it's hard because it's worth living.
If it were easy it wouldn't be worth it, and there would be no rewards. (kinda like learning to ride, or being on a track)
You have to love life and appreciate it.
My best friend told me that you have to love something to hate it
It's ok if you hate life every now and then,
but once you learn why you hate it and you fix your problem,
you have a greater respect and appreciation for it.
I've done alot of hating (it's been slightly hidden), but I'm ready to love, respect, and appreciate.
:)
[beer] Cheers to that!
Quote from: Tommy on November 13, 2008, 05:52:40 AM
Say anything right?
Life doesn't suck.
Life is hard, but it's hard because it's worth living.
If it were easy it wouldn't be worth it, and there would be no rewards. (kinda like learning to ride, or being on a track)
You have to love life and appreciate it.
My best friend told me that you have to love something to hate it
It's ok if you hate life every now and then,
but once you learn why you hate it and you fix your problem,
you have a greater respect and appreciation for it.
I've done alot of hating (it's been slightly hidden), but I'm ready to love, respect, and appreciate.
:)
Thanks, I needed that Tommy. Here's to you [beer]
I've FINALLY unburied myself from the pile of... crap that has had me miserable for the last few weeks so I'm going to blow off some steam and spend some quality time on the bike out towards Muenster looking for a good new route or two [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cher on November 13, 2008, 07:46:15 AM
...so I'm going to blow off some steam and spend some quality time on the bike out towards Muenster looking for a good new route or two [thumbsup]
[thumbsup]
Can't wait for the next run. ;D [moto]
Wow! :o
http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=79859 (http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=79859)
Quote from: dallas2r on November 15, 2008, 05:22:10 AM
Wow! :o
http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=79859 (http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=79859)
[bow_down]
Suhweet!
Just picking out my orbital polisher to being the same work-up on my car. Black will, no doubt, take twice as long! [laugh]
There's just not enough central nervous system stimulants out there in the universe to ever have me pay that much and that detail of attention to anything... [bow_down]
Wow, I agree. Too much living to do and besides... if you use it as intended stuff gets dirty. It's supposed to. My Dad would be turning in his grave if he saw that! [laugh]
Quote from: dallas2r on November 15, 2008, 05:22:10 AM
Wow! :o
http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=79859 (http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=79859)
Um... no words :o :o :o
Oh yeah, this f#@king cracked me up. Came off a post from my Kawi brothers at ZRXOA (ZRX1100 and 1200 bikes... if I need to translate): A Harley Davidson is the most efficient way to turn gasoline into noise without the embarassing by-product of horsepower. [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] Had to share!
Quote from: fastwin on November 16, 2008, 06:37:17 PM
Oh yeah, this f#@king cracked me up. Came off a post from my Kawi brothers at ZRXOA (ZRX1100 and 1200 bikes... if I need to translate): A Harley Davidson is the most efficient way to turn gasoline into noise without the embarassing by-product of horsepower. [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] Had to share!
now this I can appreciate [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
so many of my buddies keep telling me to buy the hawg but I refuse. To each I salute for riding two wheels but my cruiser burries them and it's a Yami.
According to the 1098 forums, the 848 dry clutch slipper will be about $1500
yowsers
Quote from: bryant8 on November 16, 2008, 07:36:55 PM
According to the 1098 forums, the 848 dry clutch slipper will be about $1500
I heard that the non factory wet clutch to dry clutch conversion runs around $2K and is not necessarily a slipper clutch and that price may not include labor. $1500 dry clutch conversion with a slipper clutch and case cover may be a relative bargain. Happy days ahead.
cdc
We were fueling up at a truck stop today, and had the most entertaining conversation with a truck driver. He was checking out the bikes on the trailer, and told me that he liked my 1098S, but that he was going to buy an R. "I know that they are expensive," he slurred, "but I think that I can come up with the $12k to buy one. What was yours? About $10k?" :o ;D
He didn't believe me when I told him that a 1098R retails for $40k...
This is Morgan. I just wanted to say hi to all thats reading this [coffee] [thumbsup] [evil] [roll] :) ;) :D ;D >:( :( :o 8) ??? :P :-[ :-X :-\ :-* :'( [thumbsup] [moto] [leo] [puke] [bang] [laugh] [cheeky] [clap] [popcorn] [bacon] [bow_down]
Quote from: Tommy on November 17, 2008, 06:51:16 PM
This is Morgan. [coffee] [thumbsup] [evil] [roll] :) ;) :D ;D >:( :( :o 8) ??? :P :-[ :-X :-\ :-* :'( [thumbsup] [moto] [leo] [puke] [bang] [laugh] [cheeky] [clap] [popcorn] [bacon] [bow_down]
Hi Morgan. That's some crazy talk, but the more I stare at it, it's starting to make sense. Nice job!! [thumbsup]
I just ate a pie and now my stomach hurts :P
from oceane :) :)
HI SCOTT ;D
;D funny that kinda looks like Scott doesn't it?
Hi Oceane and Morgan
hi [puke]
from jade ???
Quote from: Tommy on November 17, 2008, 07:12:16 PM
hi [puke]
from jade ???
Hey Jade - what's up? How was guitar hero? [thumbsup] or [puke]
I have not seen you in a long time lexi so i can not wate until Thursday
from Morgan
good night
It's like Romper Room in here [laugh]
I need to make a Westie meet up soon, but unfortunately I'm swamped with work and cycling training to get out much during the week
Unfortunately family game night is postponed till tomorrow night. But it's deff going down tomorrow! Bonnie had some studying to do tonight for a big test tomorrow and the kids and I have the house to ourselves [evil] (sure it will be clean when you get back from your mom's in the morning) ;D
What games do you play? Back when I was a kid my family used to play the normal card games, spades and whatnot, but I always like Monopoly best [thumbsup]
Monopoly is Jade's favorite, but tonight was suppose to be Guitar Hero on the Wii. Tomorrow is the day that I check Bonwilder into the smack down hotel........if you smell what the rock is cookin........ Guitar Hero night...It's on like Donkey Kong till the break of dawn.
After a day on the Hyper1100S I want one. Still happy with the 695, but man would two look good sitting in my apartment - I can move the couch over some more, there's room in the kitchen. :)
I'd like to ride a HM for a week before I made the call to get one. The test ride on Sat was a bit too controlled (for good reason), so it didn't really sell me on the HM. I was amazed how smooth the motor is in the city though.
Quote from: dosgatos on November 17, 2008, 07:39:46 PM
After a day on the Hyper1100S I want one. Still happy with the 695, but man would two look good sitting in my apartment - I can move the couch over some more, there's room in the kitchen. :)
I'll cut you a special friend price on a 1098s...... free rear stand tooo Special friend price = under 15........ and for all the bigger taller peeps, it might come with a leather Dainese suit... I'm just saying
... finis
Quote from: fastwin on November 17, 2008, 07:59:48 PM
... finis
I don't know what the hell that means.......
Am I suppose to? [cheeky]
There has been way too much sniping here lately and not enough posting. BRING ON THE WHITE NOISE!!!!!!!!!!
(fyi...there is a lot of sniping going on with zero posting, and i know because it inadvertently comes back to me) [roll]
Quote from: Tommy on November 18, 2008, 06:59:43 AM
There has been way too much sniping here lately and not enough posting. BRING ON THE WHITE NOISE!!!!!!!!!!
(fyi...there is a lot of sniping going on with zero posting, and i know because it inadvertently comes back to me) [roll]
Just stop the white stuff!!
you mean "fluff"?
Quote from: Tommy on November 18, 2008, 06:59:43 AM
(fyi...there is a lot of sniping going on with zero posting, and i know because it inadvertently comes back to me) [roll]
Oops, sorry about that... :P
Quote from: Tommy on November 17, 2008, 07:43:10 PM
I'll cut you a special friend price on a 1098s...... free rear stand tooo Special friend price = under 15........ and for all the bigger taller peeps, it might come with a leather Dainese suit... I'm just saying
You're kiling me man. Let me ride that thing and I might be talking to the bank - not a smart thing in my $ position [bang]
Just saying in another thread that "helping with the Hyper Demo" aka riding an fing cool bike most of the day for free makes me want one bad. Ten years on a 650 Dual-Sport and I like the position. Just saying
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on November 18, 2008, 07:42:46 AM
Oops, sorry about that... :P
oh, you're fine CJ, really [thumbsup]
Guitar Hero went well. The kids and I had a great time. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on November 18, 2008, 07:39:42 PM
Guitar Hero went well. The kids and I had a great time. [thumbsup]
Glad to hear it. That's the sh*t that matters. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on November 17, 2008, 07:43:10 PM
I'll cut you a special friend price on a 1098s...... free rear stand tooo Special friend price = under 15........ and for all the bigger taller peeps, it might come with a leather Dainese suit... I'm just saying
Tommy, send me pics of the S4 please. daxrizo@tx.rr.com
THanks and have fun playing guitar. [thumbsup]
Quote from: muskrat on November 18, 2008, 09:27:51 PM
Tommy, send me pics of the S4 please. daxrizo@tx.rr.com
THanks and have fun playing guitar. [thumbsup]
sorry, wife plans on keeping it...
Quote from: Tommy on November 18, 2008, 09:30:40 PM
sorry, wife plans on keeping it...
:'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'('
not for sale anymore? [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
wanna trade my S2R for some cashola?
And now, for your dining enjoyment, this post from Craigslist:
Whenever I get a package of plain M&Ms, I make it my duty to continue the strength and robustness of the candy as a species. To this end, I hold M&M duels.
Taking two candies between my thumb and forefinger, I apply pressure, squeezing them together until one of them cracks and splinters. That is the "loser," and I eat the inferior one immediately. The winner gets to go another round.
I have found that, in general, the brown and red M&Ms are tougher, and the newer blue ones are genetically inferior. I have hypothesized that the blue M&Ms as a race cannot survive long in the intense theater of competition that is the modern candy and snack-food world.
Occasionally I will get a mutation, a candy that is misshapen, or pointier, or flatter than the rest. Almost invariably this proves to be a weakness, but on very rare occasions it gives the candy extra strength. In this way, the species continues to adapt to its environment.
When I reach the end of the pack, I am left with one M&M, the strongest of the herd. Since it would make no sense to eat this one as well, I pack it neatly in an envelope and send it to M&M Mars, A Division of Mars, Inc., Hackettstown, NJ 17840-1503 U.S.A., along with a 3x5 card reading, "Please use this M&M for breeding purposes."
This week they wrote back to thank me, and sent me a coupon for a free 1/2 pound bag of plain M&Ms. I consider this "grant money." I have set aside the weekend for a grand tournament. From a field of hundreds, we will discover the True Champion.
There can be only one.
Quote from: Cher on November 19, 2008, 06:23:49 PM
And now, for your dining enjoyment, this post from Craigslist:
Whenever I get a package of plain M&Ms, I make it my duty to continue the strength and robustness of the candy as a species. To this end, I hold M&M duels.
Taking two candies between my thumb and forefinger, I apply pressure, squeezing them together until one of them cracks and splinters. That is the "loser," and I eat the inferior one immediately. The winner gets to go another round.
I have found that, in general, the brown and red M&Ms are tougher, and the newer blue ones are genetically inferior. I have hypothesized that the blue M&Ms as a race cannot survive long in the intense theater of competition that is the modern candy and snack-food world.
Occasionally I will get a mutation, a candy that is misshapen, or pointier, or flatter than the rest. Almost invariably this proves to be a weakness, but on very rare occasions it gives the candy extra strength. In this way, the species continues to adapt to its environment.
When I reach the end of the pack, I am left with one M&M, the strongest of the herd. Since it would make no sense to eat this one as well, I pack it neatly in an envelope and send it to M&M Mars, A Division of Mars, Inc., Hackettstown, NJ 17840-1503javascript:void(0); U.S.A., along with a 3x5 card reading, "Please use this M&M for breeding purposes."
This week they wrote back to thank me, and sent me a coupon for a free 1/2 pound bag of plain M&Ms. I consider this "grant money." I have set aside the weekend for a grand tournament. From a field of hundreds, we will discover the True Champion.
There can be only one.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [clap] [clap] [clap]
OK, what I thought was the funniest s#@t I have ever read has now been surpassed. Now that's funny!! [thumbsup]
that's some good shit. Only the strong survive.
Quote from: Ronr on November 19, 2008, 10:11:13 PM
that's some good shit. Only the strong survive.
Some M&M's need killin', though...
M&Ms are murder.
Karaoke is murder, Svoloch-san
Quote from: The Svoloch on November 19, 2008, 11:02:26 PM
M&Ms are murder.
Kill 'em all, & let god sort out the dead [thumbsup]
Quote from: WillyNilly on November 20, 2008, 08:00:01 AM
An ounce of prevention...
...is worth more than a shopping cart full of antibiotics [evil]
Quote from: Slag on November 20, 2008, 08:26:33 AM
...is worth more than a shopping cart full of antibiotics [evil]
that sounds like the voice of experience to me... ;D
wow. i had no idea you guys had such strong ideas about M&Ms... I seriously hope that I have not offended you and your M&M loving friends. I love M&Ms too. I just don't think we should eat them. Their playful shapes and bright colors are sadly a natural invitation to violence on these helpless creatures, and <insert deity or philosophical paradigm> granted us dominion over these beautiful souls, not to visit our mayhem upon them, but to enjoy them and help them prosper.
<deity or philosophical paradigm> <metaphor or implied benefit> you..... and <deity or philosophical paradigm> <metaphor or implied benefit> us all....
-The Svoloch
Has "beast with two backs" been replaced with
<metaphor or impied benefit> ? Or is that just on my iPhone?
Quote from: The Svoloch on November 20, 2008, 09:27:11 AM
wow. i had no idea you guys had such strong ideas about M&Ms... I seriously hope that I have not offended you and your M&M loving friends. I love M&Ms too. I just don't think we should eat them. Their playful shapes and bright colors are sadly a natural invitation to violence on these helpless creatures, and <insert deity or philosophical paradigm> granted us dominion over these beautiful souls, not to visit our mayhem upon them, but to enjoy them and help them prosper.
-The Svoloch
I feel the same about garlic, broccoli, tomatoes, peppers, field greens, potatos, carrots and the whole veggie kingdom.
Quote from: The Svoloch on November 20, 2008, 09:27:11 AM
...not to visit our mayhem upon them, but to enjoy them and help them prosper.
I like to think that I'm releasing their souls from the bonds of their constrictive existence. Like a pupa to a butterfly, it's only natural that every M&M must change into it's beautiful, mature self. The fact that I'm helping them along their life's path is a great comfort to me and it gives me a sense of achievement.
That wind is vicious today.... :o
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on November 20, 2008, 10:59:54 AM
That wind is vicious today.... :o
ride faster and it will feel like melted butta
Quote from: dallas2r on November 20, 2008, 10:57:46 AM
I like to think that I'm releasing their souls from the bonds of their constrictive existence. Like a pupa to a butterfly, it's only natural that every M&M must change into it's beautiful, mature self. The fact that I'm helping them along their life's path is a great comfort to me and it gives me a sense of achievement.
Doesn't most of this thread belong on the That's B. S.thread?
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on November 20, 2008, 10:59:54 AM
That wind is vicious today.... :o
I think it was a bad combination of pepperoni pizza, chicken express, cake, cigars & alchohol... :P
Quote from: WillyNilly on November 20, 2008, 03:17:10 PM
I think it was a bad combination of pepperoni pizza, chicken express, cake, cigars & alchohol... :P
sounds like.........home
Hmmm, Christmas is just around the corner and as far as anyone knows I have been good... sort of. Just saying.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=35042 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=35042)
Maybe I should forward this to Jen. Nah!! [laugh]
you're gonna need more KP......
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that this board has gone bonkers? Nine out of ten threads are not even bike related. Just saying.... I guess I am just an old member who knows how it used to be. I swear, this used to be a Ducati motorcycle forum. No wonder we have lost so many good folks. :P Maybe I should go too. Again, just saying... would it be too much to ask to keep the board based on it's original intent/format? I belong to rc51.org and zrxoa.org and they would never put up with the shit that's on our board. Maybe my time has past. This board has radically changed over the last year and I don't know if it's really been a good change. Whatever... just my opinion. As if that means anything. :P Regardless, have a great Thanksgiving everyone. Adios.
Quote from: fastwin on November 23, 2008, 08:26:54 PM
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that this board has gone bonkers? Nine out of ten threads are not even bike related. Just saying.... I guess I am just an old member who knows how it used to be. I swear, this used to be a Ducati motorcycle forum. No wonder we have lost so many good folks. :P Maybe I should go too. Again, just saying... would it be too much to ask to keep the board based on it's original intent/format? I belong to rc51.org and zrxoa.org and they would never put up with the shit that's on our board. Maybe my time has past. This board has radically changed over the last year and I don't know if it's really been a good change. Whatever... just my opinion. As if that means anything. :P Regardless, have a great Thanksgiving everyone. Adios.
Don't get discouraged. DFWM is one forum out of over 60 forums here on DucatiMonsterForum.com.
There's plenty of moto content in other forums here...
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=1.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=1.0)
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=8.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=8.0)
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=4.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=4.0)
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=5.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=5.0)
I think this topic has already been discussed in DFWM before. It's what makes DFWM a place that most people enojoy to participate in. If anyone's not getting enough of "what they need/expect" out of DFWM, there's plenty of options. Honestly, is someone vacationing in Honolulu going to come to DFMW to ask us about good places to eat? No. That's why they'd go to an appropriate forum. Choices make this place useful for all.
Happy Thanksgiving! Hope to see you out at one of the upcoming get togethers or rides. [moto]
Quote from: fastwin on November 20, 2008, 07:49:53 PM
Hmmm, Christmas is just around the corner and as far as anyone knows I have been good... sort of. Just saying.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=35042 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=35042)
Maybe I should forward this to Jen. Nah!! [laugh]
...again...I wonder who in this group will be the first to step up and buy a Desmo...
Well, when I have questions about my ST I go to that forum on Ducati.ms and loaf around there a while. When I want to get some moto news there are a treasure trove of places to envade. When I want to actually SEE and ride with people riding Ducatis I come here. I can participate with the people on this forum I can't do that for the most part with other forums. So if what you're saying is that this forum has become a social board then I'd have to agree it has. When I come in here I get all warm and IZ_ knowing I'm in a group of like-minded people. In fact there have been many of my questions answered here on the forum. So, I am sorry Brian, but if all this forum was intended for was to discuss items only related to the mechanics of the Ducatis we ride there would a lot less posts, a lot less parties, a lot less people to socialize with here in my humble opinion. That's why I stay too. I hope you stay because if it weren't for you I'd be the oldest guy in here!! We could put a lot of restrictions for the forum but then it would change back into a place you could put a word in a query box and have an answer returned. How much fun is that? I'm just sayin.... l
Oh, and formy Turkey day, since my family doesn't like Turkey I have to have to something like ham or chicken or steak or roast beef. Now THAT I have a problem with! Anyway, I hope everyone has a grand ol holiday too. Gobble Gobble Gobble
Then again I look around at other "motorcycle clubs" sites and find this and am thankful we're who we are...
http://www.tiptopwebsite.com/websites/index2.php?username=yonkersmotorclub&page=16 (http://www.tiptopwebsite.com/websites/index2.php?username=yonkersmotorclub&page=16)
I'm just sayin...
Quote from: fastwin on November 23, 2008, 08:26:54 PM
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that this board has gone bonkers? Nine out of ten threads are not even bike related. Just saying.... I guess I am just an old member who knows how it used to be. I swear, this used to be a Ducati motorcycle forum. No wonder we have lost so many good folks. :P Maybe I should go too. Again, just saying... would it be too much to ask to keep the board based on it's original intent/format? I belong to rc51.org and zrxoa.org and they would never put up with the shit that's on our board. Maybe my time has past. This board has radically changed over the last year and I don't know if it's really been a good change. Whatever... just my opinion. As if that means anything. :P Regardless, have a great Thanksgiving everyone. Adios.
I hear ya' Brian. I think it's a tough balance to maintain. I enjoy the social aspect of our local board and I don't think I'd have nearly as much Ducati fun without it. I've met some great people and hope to count them as friends for a long time to come. That being said, I do feel disappointed that the un-moderated and sometimes overly immature content might have contributed to some good people dropping off. It's probably easier for some to just stop coming here than to express an opinion that goes against the grain so I for one appreciate your voice. I do find myself skipping more and reading less, knowing the likely content within. :-\
Quote from: fastwin on November 23, 2008, 08:26:54 PM
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that this board has gone bonkers? Nine out of ten threads are not even bike related. Just saying.... I guess I am just an old member who knows how it used to be. I swear, this used to be a Ducati motorcycle forum. No wonder we have lost so many good folks. :P Maybe I should go too. Again, just saying... would it be too much to ask to keep the board based on it's original intent/format? I belong to rc51.org and zrxoa.org and they would never put up with the shit that's on our board. Maybe my time has past. This board has radically changed over the last year and I don't know if it's really been a good change. Whatever... just my opinion. As if that means anything. :P Regardless, have a great Thanksgiving everyone. Adios.
well......I think the non-moto talk had a little bit to do with the loss of 2 members I never wanted to see quit posting..... So that being said I will keep my chatter on here to only Moto, meetups, and, well.....my thread.
I think several people, including myself, have prioritized their DMF time because of the overwhelming number of topics and posts; I look at it as growing pains, in a way.
Ducatis are, without doubt, the coolest thing on two wheels (no bias here so move along people [cheeky] ) so it's not completely unpredictable to see our numbers of "new people" grow. Very cool; everyone brings their own unique motorcycle and personal histories to tell that add to our community and shared experience base - both on and off road.
However, because of this growth, I've had to chose what posts I follow. This is not to say I don't care about the topic or the person who authored the original post, it just means I've decided to not spend as much time here as I used to. I'll scan the thread index page for moto-related stuff and see if it's something I can participate in. If not, it's back to scanning thread titles for other moto stuff, then on with my day.
Is it disappointing more of the threads don't have to do with motorcycling? Yeah, kind of, but I'm not going to let it get in the way of enjoying the friendships I've made here so far.
All in all, community is about getting along, getting together when we can, and having a good time without exclusion. I think we've done a damn fine job of it so far. Plus, the "new people" tend to bring a certain enthusiasm for the Ducati brand that makes you remember just what it was that made you buy yours in the first place (Of course then the newbies get their first 6,000 mile service bill and become just as jaded as the rest!)
The HOR-ROR [bang] [laugh]
So it's all good - enjoy yourselves. And your bikes [evil] But most of all, enjoy the day [beer]
Quote from: Cher on November 24, 2008, 04:57:03 AM
I think several people, including myself, have prioritized their DMF time because of the overwhelming number of topics and posts; I look at it as growing pains, in a way.
Ducatis are, without doubt, the coolest thing on two wheels (no bias here so move along people [cheeky] ) so it's not completely unpredictable to see our numbers of "new people" grow. Very cool; everyone brings their own unique motorcycle and personal histories to tell that add to our community and shared experience base - both on and off road.
However, because of this growth, I've had to chose what posts I follow. This is not to say I don't care about the topic or the person who authored the original post, it just means I've decided to not spend as much time here as I used to. I'll scan the thread index page for moto-related stuff and see if it's something I can participate in. If not, it's back to scanning thread titles for other moto stuff, then on with my day.
Is it disappointing more of the threads don't have to do with motorcycling? Yeah, kind of, but I'm not going to let it get in the way of enjoying the friendships I've made here so far.
All in all, community is about getting along, getting together when we can, and having a good time without exclusion. I think we've done a damn fine job of it so far. Plus, the "new people" tend to bring a certain enthusiasm for the Ducati brand that makes you remember just what it was that made you buy yours in the first place (Of course then the newbies get their first 6,000 mile service bill and become just as jaded as the rest!)
The HOR-ROR [bang] [laugh]
So it's all good - enjoy yourselves. And your bikes [evil] But most of all, enjoy the day [beer]
[bacon] [bacon] [thumbsup] [beer]
i chopped my tail yesterday. also i now have an arrow full system, and it sounds..... nice. pics to follow later today maybe.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on November 24, 2008, 05:36:11 AM
i chopped my tail yesterday. also i now have an arrow full system, and it sounds..... nice. pics to follow later today maybe.
I love the the Arrows on the S4R, they are amazing, and best looking too [bacon]
fastwin,
If this was a moto only local board, then I would stay on the main board.
What are the intentions of this board? This is just a section of a much larger board. BarneePfife response was spot on. I personally feel that social conversation is very relevent here, and I would most likely look for moto content on the General Monster Forum.
I have just spent the last few hours going through every page of the DFWM (not every page of every thread, just thread titles.) Most topics seem to be social, all the way back to the first day of the board. Moto content seems to come in spurts. I asked a few moto questions when I first come to this board. In response, a picture of a dude with a traffic cone in his ass was posted. I thought it was funny as hell, and posted the question in a tech forum where it belonged.
I have also checked out zxroa.org. You are comparing that entire board to a local board here. I did not see a local section there (did I miss it?) Apples to oranges my friend. You really need to venture to the main board more often.
I did not get on the rc51 board. I did not feel like registering just to view the forum. I agree that posts like these would not make it on the general monster board. That is why we were given this one. To keep our local bullshit contained.
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/423576363_LVqgj-L.jpg)
I can tell that you have little interest in the main board. Only 7 posts in the General Monster Forum, compared to your 1533 posts here. Most of my content here is social, and I even have 13 posts on the general monster forum.
I'm sorry fastwin. I really like you, and I really enjoy riding with you. I just feel that posts like yours bring unnecessary drama.
I just checked out some of the other local boards. Lots of socializing going on there...
The No Moto section has almost 70k posts. The General Monster Forum only has 37k. Looks like there are lots of social people on this forum.
I'm just sayin' [beer]
Quote from: Slag on November 24, 2008, 05:49:10 AM
I just checked out some of the other local boards. Lots of socializing going on there...
The No Moto section has almost 70k posts. The General Monster Forum only has 37k. Looks like there are lots of social people on this forum.
I'm just sayin' [beer]
i'm pickin' up what you're layin' down.
Just to lighten the mood...
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/423637972_ycFNK-S.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on November 24, 2008, 07:45:28 AM
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/423637972_ycFNK-S.jpg)
It is a bit chilly--may be three-sock weather....
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/423640185_zDqcQ-M.jpg)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on November 24, 2008, 07:48:32 AM
It is a bit chilly--may be three-sock weather....
When the wind is not blowing, it can actually be warmer than jeans. Knees get pretty cold...
Quote from: Slag on November 24, 2008, 07:45:28 AM
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/423637972_ycFNK-S.jpg)
I thought you weren't 'sposed to mix stripes & plaids after Labor Day?!? :P
Speaking of wind...
Breaking wind in a kilt is epic. No enclosed space to muffle the report [evil]
Quote from: WillyNilly on November 24, 2008, 07:51:00 AM
I thought you weren't 'sposed to mix stripes & plaids after Labor Day?!? :P
I have already been chastised about this. Will not happen again [bang]
Quote from: Slag on November 24, 2008, 07:52:08 AM
I have already been chastised about this. Will not happen again [bang]
Beer foul. You owe me...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IA4b199lI6o&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IA4b199lI6o&feature=related)
Quote from: fastwin on November 23, 2008, 08:26:54 PM
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that this board has gone bonkers? Nine out of ten threads are not even bike related. Just saying.... I guess I am just an old member who knows how it used to be. I swear, this used to be a Ducati motorcycle forum. No wonder we have lost so many good folks. :P Maybe I should go too. Again, just saying... would it be too much to ask to keep the board based on it's original intent/format? I belong to rc51.org and zrxoa.org and they would never put up with the shit that's on our board. Maybe my time has past. This board has radically changed over the last year and I don't know if it's really been a good change. Whatever... just my opinion. As if that means anything. :P Regardless, have a great Thanksgiving everyone. Adios.
I think this is worth a reply.
I think it's extremely important that we ask for what we want, even if the answer might be maybe, or no, or later, so I appreciate the post.
This is "our" board, & "we" make it what it is.
As for the "good old days", this forum has only existed since May 7th, 6:42am (the fact that is my registration time is merely coincidence), so we're less than 7 months old.
Sure, at times the LSDers might go a little Willy Nilly, which might drive away a few peeps, but I think in general we have built a strong, thriving community.
I also give kudos to ourselves for self-policing. IMHO we have gone a bit far at times, but it seems to reign back in & self-correct. I know I've asked several times for posts or even threads to be deleted, & even deleted 1 or 2 of mine. Personally, I'd prefer not to have a Mod looking over our shoulders...
Now, of the threads on the 1st page, 21 are motorcycle/tech/ride related. Another 10 threads concerned social gatherings of Ducatisti. That leaves only 14 misc. threads.
Keep in mind, we're all free NOT to view a thread. Just 'cause your TeeVee has 693 channels, doesn't mean you have to watch every program.
Read what you will, contribute as much or little as you care to. Be the change [thumbsup]
Happy Turkey Slayer Celebration to all ;D
DLS, you're not the moderator?
Wow..... all those deleted posts of mine.......
[cheeky]
A Thanksgiving Story
For most people, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what we've been given and savor the scents of crisp autumn days and pumpkin pie.
For some, it's a little more complicated.
One November afternoon when my daughter was in kindergarten, I picked her up after school. She bobbed out to the car and crawled into the back seat.
"What did you do today?" I asked.
She couldn't wait to tell me. "We learned that boys are different from girls" she chirped.
Looking into the rearview mirror, I could just see the top of her head. "My teacher told us that boys have a thing and girls don't," she added.
"Well, yes they do..." I said cautiously.
I couldn't think of anything else to say, so we were quiet for a moment. Then she piped up again. "That's how girls know that boys are boys," she said. "They see that thing that hangs down and they know that he is a boy."
I mentally calculated the distance home. Our five-minute commute already felt like an hour.
"Did you know that when the boys see a girl they puff up?"
My palms were beginning to sweat. "Um...well.." I was still searching for something new to say, to change the subject when she asked, "Why do the girls like the boys to have those things?"
Well I didn't know what to say. I mean, what woman hasn't asked herself that question at least once? "Oh, well...um..." I stammered.
She didn't wait for my answer. She had her own. "It's cause it moves when they walk and then the girls see that and that's when they know they are boys and that's when they like them. Then the boy sees the girl and he puffs up, and then the girl knows he likes her, too. And then they get married. And then they get cooked."
That last part confused me a bit, but on the whole I thought she had a pretty good grasp on things.
As soon as we got home and I pulled into the garage, she hopped out of the car, fishing something out of her school bag.
"I drew a picture," she said. "Do you want to see?"
I wasn't sure I did, but I looked at it anyway. I had to sit down.
There, all puffed up so to speak, looking mighty attractive for the ladies, was a crayon drawing of a great big Tom Turkey. His snood, the thing that hangs down over his beak, the thing that female turkeys find so irresistible, was magnificent. His tail feathers were standing tall and proud.
She was a little offended that I laughed so hard at her drawing, and I laughed until I cried. But when I told her I loved it - and I did - she got over her pique.
That was the end of that, for her anyway. But I'm not so lucky.. Every year I remember that conversation. And to be honest, I haven't looked at a turkey, or a man, the same way since.
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;D Two Thanksgiving potatoes are hanging around on the corner outside the Ducati store ( i get the big picture here ) how can you tell which one is the prostitute ?
It is the one with the sticker that says Idaho !! [laugh]
Picture gone [bang]
I just bought $80 worth of turkey [roll]
Had to be prepared in case Tommy joins us (which we hope he is [thumbsup] )
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c128/SouthernBreeze/highthanks.jpg)
There can be only one...
Riding behind vehicles with live animals is foul indeed.... :P :-X
Live Chickens on Trucks Could Transmit Dangerous Germs
Tue Nov 25, 11:48 pm ET
TUESDAY, Nov. 25 (HealthDay News) -- Here's something new you can worry about when traveling by car on your next vacation: Don't get too close to one of those huge tractor-trailer trucks if it's carrying a load of live chickens. It's a perfect breeding place for the transmission of germs from the chickens to humans.
And some of those germs may be resistant to many antibiotics, researchers from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have discovered. The scientists found increased levels of pathogenic bacteria on surfaces and on the air inside cars traveling behind trucks carrying broiler chickens. Typically, broiler chickens -- scientifically called "intensively raised poultry" -- are transported in open crates on the back of flatbed trucks. These crates are contaminated with feces and bacteria.
The study was conducted on the Delmarva Peninsula, a coastal region shared by Maryland, Delaware and Virginia. The peninsula has one of the highest densities of broiler chickens per acre in the United States. The researchers collected air and surface samples from cars driving two to three car lengths behind poultry trucks for a distance of 17 miles. The cars' windows were fully opened while following the trucks.
Air samples from the cars showed increased concentrations of bacteria (including antibiotic-resistant strains) that could be inhaled. The same bacteria were also found in a soda can inside a car and on an outside door handle. Strains of bacteria collected from the cars were resistant to three antimicrobial drugs used to treat humans and also used as feed additives for broiler poultry.
"We were expecting to find some antibiotic-resistant organisms, since it's pretty clear that the transportation conditions for these chickens are not closed or contained," Ana M. Rule, a research associate in the Bloomberg School's department of environmental health sciences, said in a Johns Hopkins news release. "Our study shows that there is real exposure potential, especially during the summer months, when people are driving with the windows down; the summer is also a time of very heavy traffic in Delmarva by vacationers driving to the shore resorts."
Rule and her colleagues said further research is needed, and more needs to be done to contain bacteria associated with high-intensity poultry operations.
The study was published in the Journal of Infection and Public Health.
hope everybody has a great turkey day tomorrow...and eats lots of turkeys! [thumbsup] i know i will, after watching this informative video... i know have a "great appreciation" for turkeys
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8DTSPzU0RI&feature=related (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8DTSPzU0RI&feature=related)
now i'm hungry...... thanks [roll]
She's got more balls than anyone at PMSNBC [evil]
Quote from: dosgatos on November 26, 2008, 10:01:27 AM
She's got more balls than anyone at PMSNBC [evil]
"balls" is definitely one word for it
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/930685840.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/930685840.html)
DAAANG!!! $$$$$ what were they new?
Quote from: ThelmaLou on November 26, 2008, 09:59:55 PM
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/930685840.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/930685840.html)
DAAANG!!! $$$$$ what were they new?
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/930680828.html (http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/930680828.html)
ahhh... a little less $$$ with more info.
Fell asleep for 2 freakin' hours, and I already have a headache! Hydrating now...
The turkeys turned out awesome! Cannot wait to eat them later today!
Quote from: ThelmaLou on November 26, 2008, 09:59:55 PM
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/930685840.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/930685840.html)
DAAANG!!! $$$$$ what were they new?
15k, + 1k setup, + TTL
The exhaust is another 2k + install...
Bargain City, Arizona!
Buying a PS? I higly recommend them ;D
I want a PS
Im sorry I didn't catch you. balls you say.
Greetings Tweaker and Dooch Scara Moosh, welcome to the board. Are you local or just passing through? Just the same hang around a while! [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on November 27, 2008, 09:04:39 PM
Greetings Tweaker and Dooch Scara Moosh, welcome to the board. Are you local or just passing through? Just the same hang around a while! [thumbsup]
I'm local, but I dont know Doochebag.........well, I know a few.........
There are some mofo'sin my life........anyone else have that problem? Especially around the holidays. It's like you just wanna show them the doe'nob
Quote from: RED on November 27, 2008, 09:04:39 PM
Greetings Dooch Scara Moosh
Can you do the Fandango?
Thanks to Will for the link to the steering damper! [thumbsup]
Came in Wednesday late, put on Thursday late, got sick, have'nt ridden yet, looks good so that helps. ;)
BTW Red's house was broken into so no PC for a while - no posts [bang]
Quote from: dosgatos on November 28, 2008, 05:34:07 PM
Thanks to Will for the link to the steering damper! [thumbsup]
Came in Wednesday late, put on Thursday late, got sick, have'nt ridden yet, looks good so that helps. ;)
BTW Red's house was broken into so no PC for a while - no posts [bang]
Sorry to hear that :'( So we'll add those losers to the list of persons that need a serious arse beating this Holiday season [evil]
Quote from: ThelmaLou on November 28, 2008, 06:03:31 PM
Sorry to hear that :'( So we'll add those losers to the list of persons that need a serious arse beating this Holiday season [evil]
[thumbsup] [evil]
Chop off a hand! Then make them ride a cycle for thier lives. [evil]
Ok calmer now, urge to kill lessening.
TL needs a PS. :) a shiny one from a guy in Tyler, just sayin...
Quote from: dosgatos on November 28, 2008, 06:17:43 PM
Chop off a hand! Then make them ride a cycle for thier lives. [evil]
Ok calmer now, urge to kill lessening.
TL needs a PS. :) a shiny one from a guy in Tyler, just sayin...
that my friend would be way cool! :)
Quote from: dosgatos on November 28, 2008, 05:34:07 PM
BTW Red's house was broken into so no PC for a while - no posts [bang]
Man, this really stinks.... :-\
Red, if you're up for tracking down these thieves and teaching 'em a lesson, I'm with ya. [thumbsup]
Really, I'll be behind TL as she leads the pack.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on November 28, 2008, 06:24:35 PM
Man, this really stinks.... :-\
Red, if you're up for tracking down these thieves and teaching 'em a lesson, I'm behind this. [thumbsup]
Really, I'll be behind TL as she leads the pack.
Imagine: Cigar burns, imbarassing femoral artery probing, close inspection with 20X loupes!
Oh the humanity! ;D
Quote from: dosgatos on November 28, 2008, 05:34:07 PM
Thanks to Will for the link to the steering damper! [thumbsup]
Came in Wednesday late, put on Thursday late, got sick, have'nt ridden yet, looks good so that helps. ;)
BTW Red's house was broken into so no PC for a while - no posts [bang]
Well, for now I can at least post from my phone, I'll build a new computer tomorrow.
That's terrible [bang]
Quote from: RED on November 28, 2008, 08:11:07 PM
I'll build a new computer tomorrow.
I hope you have a backup?
Need help with anything??
Quote from: ThelmaLou on November 28, 2008, 06:03:31 PM
So we'll add those losers to the list of persons that need a serious arse beating this Holiday season [evil]
who all is on that list.......
might have a couple-o-names to add......
Quote from: RED on November 28, 2008, 08:11:07 PM
Well, for now I can at least post from my phone, I'll build a new computer tomorrow.
back in town on Monday evening. I have spare PC parts if you need some, nothing wildly current, but some memory, some disks, mb/cpus, etc.. let me know.
Quote from: tweaker on November 28, 2008, 08:55:43 PM
who all is on that list.......
might have a couple-o-names to add......
I am usually in need of a good ass-whooping, but being a loud mouth and a coward, usually prefer that no one actually do so.
[beer]Dude, will certainly take you up on that offer. Am thinking of California rolls with L'Sir L'avatar du Willy Nilly L' blur Smart at lunch mid week, maybe we could make a handoff at lunch?
Sushi, sushimi, nori, wasabi, ichiban! :)
Hey CDC where u been?
Quote from: dosgatos on December 01, 2008, 08:42:01 AM
Sushi, sushimi, nori, wasabi, ichiban! :)
Hey CDC where u been?
Looking for snow. Glad we don't have any here.
cdc
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Quote from: fastwin on December 02, 2008, 07:14:37 AM
Not an advertisement, just an honest plug for some good folks. I recently had a very nice buying experience with PJ's Parts (http://www.pjsparts.com/ (http://www.pjsparts.com/)) and wanted to let the group know to check them out. I had heard about them on this forum as well as the old board but had never found the need to buy from them before. I went to them on a lead from the national board when looking for Rizoma mirrors and bar ends for the BinB. Still not sure if they are what I want or not even though they look great. Either way, had a very nice chat with PJ and his wife over a couple of phone calls. Super nice folks and very helpful. Just wanted to pass that along. [thumbsup]
BW used them for parts for her Monster......Excellent service, they serviced Bonnie almost as well as ML. Mucho Bueno [thumbsup]
:o [bang] [bang] [bang]
Im a jr member now [thumbsup]
Quote from: tweaker on December 02, 2008, 07:27:03 AM
Im a jr member now [thumbsup]
I have your Hero Member now.
How you doin...
Quote from: RED on December 02, 2008, 07:29:00 AM
I have your Hero Member now.
How you doin...
dude.....
you're scaring me......
Hedgehog?
Jeremy Ron, and Red has you scared? :P
Quote from: Slag on December 02, 2008, 08:22:34 AM
Have you excited? :o [popcorn]
there is a very "tropic" place that you will spend a long time for that one.
Who took the damned Jiffy?!! ;D
Quote from: dosgatos on December 02, 2008, 08:42:25 AM
Who took the damned Jiffy?!! ;D
A certain roommate has shown considerable interest in our cat...
Quote from: Slag on December 02, 2008, 09:18:52 AM
A certain roommate has shown considerable interest in our cat...
ok....now I'm just gonna come out and say it.......you're going to Hell.
A nice rough tongue, ooooooooooooooooh
Tweaker knows ;D
[popcorn]
Quote from: tweaker on December 02, 2008, 07:27:03 AM
Im a jr member now [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on December 02, 2008, 07:29:00 AM
I have your Hero Member now.
How you doin...
Quote from: dosgatos on December 02, 2008, 08:42:25 AM
Who took the damned Jiffy?!! ;D
Quote from: Slag on December 02, 2008, 09:18:52 AM
A certain roommate has shown considerable interest in our cat...
Quote from: dosgatos on December 02, 2008, 09:44:50 AM
A nice rough tongue, ooooooooooooooooh
Tweaker knows ;D
Quote from: Slag on December 02, 2008, 09:45:17 AM
[popcorn]
you all really want me to delete another account dont you........ [roll]
Quote from: dosgatos on December 02, 2008, 09:44:50 AM
A nice rough tongue, ooooooooooooooooh
Tweaker knows ;D
I have read (and posted) some pretty messed up shite on here, but that is deffinately the worst........
Seriously though, I'm allergic to cats...(all)
can I just get a smeagol?
Quote from: tweaker on December 02, 2008, 09:52:16 AM
can I just get a smeagol?
for those who don't understand my posts.........sarcasm [thumbsup]
Tweaker1978onite [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [clap]
Quote from: tweaker on December 02, 2008, 09:52:16 AM
can I just get a smeagol?
Smeagol appreciates the thought, but says that he does not swing that way. Not that there is anything wrong with that...
Quote from: Slag on December 02, 2008, 10:36:02 AM
Smeagol appreciates the thought, but says that he does not swing that way. Not that there is anything wrong with that...
Star?
Thanks to whomever started the Two Wheels thread!
It rocks! [cheeky]
Quote from: dosgatos on December 03, 2008, 01:35:34 PM
Thanks to whomever started the Two Wheels thread!
It rocks! [cheeky]
Congratulating yourself? That is sad. Let me help...
Good job on the Two Wheels thread [thumbsup]
Quote from: dosgatos on December 03, 2008, 01:35:34 PM
Thanks to whomever started the Two Wheels thread!
It rocks! [cheeky]
A wheel for each cat. [thumbsup]
(http://www.websilk.co.uk/images-tsf/sheep2.jpg)
Quick, Dosgatos, they need you!!!!
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15924.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15924.0)
Quote from: Slag on December 03, 2008, 05:06:02 PM
(http://www.websilk.co.uk/images-tsf/sheep2.jpg)
I'm confused, which one is riding "beatch"? [laugh] When baaaaaa means no. [clap]
This thread is now 49 posts from taking over the #2 spot on the Top 10 Topics (by Replies) list. Not that it matters. Just an observation.
Quote from: tweaker on December 04, 2008, 10:28:48 AM
careful.....I haven't been uncaged in a while.......and I might be drunk.
How you doin....
This explains my dogs erratic behavior.
Quote from: Slag on December 04, 2008, 09:38:41 AM
This thread is now 49 posts from taking over the #2 spot on the Top 10 Topics (by Replies) list.
I certainly do not want to contribute... :P
TGIF!!! ;D
TGIBVE! [evil]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on December 05, 2008, 06:33:30 AM
TGIBVE! [evil]
TGTATIDHTLABMIMJA*
*thank god that after tomorrow I don't have to look at bacon marinating in mason jars anymore...
Werd!
If we can see.
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 05, 2008, 07:18:57 AM
TGTATIDHTLABMIMJA*
*thank god that after tomorrow I don't have to look at bacon marinating in mason jars anymore...
:P Guess I better re-think Scott's Christmas present ! [laugh]
Thank God that this Jr. High gymnastics competition is about over!
Kids spent the night with me last night. [thumbsup]
Pics or it never happened Slag......
Quote from: Cyclone on December 06, 2008, 07:58:46 AM
??? Feeling sorry for the Judge(s) [puke]
I invited Bonnie again yesterday to be a judge....
Was I being mean or nice by doing so? [evil]
Quote from: tweaker on December 06, 2008, 07:58:07 AM
Kids spent the night with me last night. [thumbsup]
Pics or it never happened Slag......
Pics on the way
Quote from: Slag on December 06, 2008, 08:13:16 AM
A healthy mixture of the two
that's the way I saw it
Quote from: tweaker on December 06, 2008, 07:58:07 AM
Kids spent the night with me last night. [thumbsup]
Pics or it never happened Slag......
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/21082217/346098990.jpg)
I think we may have been at the very Chili's Thursday night....
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on December 06, 2008, 08:21:46 AM
I think we may have been at the very Chili's Thursday night....
Clifford St
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on December 06, 2008, 08:21:46 AM
I think we may have been at the very Chili's Thursday night....
I liked the shirts they were wearing...
Right across the chest it stated...
"Always the perfect size"
CDC gave my daughter an idea on how to mod her scooter....
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3296/3087913152_c9319423cc.jpg?v=0)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on December 06, 2008, 01:33:10 PM
CDC gave my daughter an idea on how to mod her scooter....
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3296/3087913152_c9319423cc.jpg?v=0)
and no Bremo brakes? safety first ;D
Nevermind
Quote from: RED on December 07, 2008, 06:36:29 AM
I for one think that the Bonwilder should assume her rank again in the bike line as a kickass racer! I enjoyed seeing her last night at the BVO. Maybe if she was invited (sans luggage but with Kideos in tow) to more of our events she would warm to the idea of being around more. Besides, your son unit and my son unit could play more GH!!
Here's to more events and rides!!! [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [moto] [beer] [beer]
red, I appreciate your concern. I have yet to go to a function without inviting her. She will come around more often when she feels more comfortable. Till then all I can do is invite.
ps, I too would like to see her attend more functions. She has been and should continue to be a good addition to this forum.
[roll]
Life is messy for sure and there's a maelstrom of drama to contend with. With all due respect to those involved and without judgment, I wonder if it's necessary for the bad juju to be projected onto this forum.
Quote from: dallas2r on December 07, 2008, 12:18:21 PM
Life is messy for sure and there's a maelstrom of drama to contend with. With all due respect to those involved and without judgment, I wonder if it's necessary for the bad juju to be projected onto this forum.
You said that a hell of a lot nicer than I was going to.
I need to go to the apology thread for this one. I'm sorry if some misconstrued my post. It was just a genuine thought at the time done in good faith hopeing for good things to come about. I try to post positivly and be upbeat. I look for the good in people and try to nuture that with humor. From now on I will not be saying anything that may be misconstrued for impersonal comments. Again, I apologize to all concerned.
RED
Chocolate chex mix breakfast bars are fantastic [thumbsup]
Huge Thanks to McKraut for the awesome (ever so slightly dinged) front headlight glass! A little silicone & that baby'll be on the front of the PS [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on December 07, 2008, 03:26:12 PM
I need to go to the apology thread for this one. I'm sorry if some misconstrued my post. It was just a genuine thought at the time done in good faith hopeing for good things to come about. I try to post positivly and be upbeat. I look for the good in people and try to nuture that with humor. From now on I will not be saying anything that may be misconstrued for impersonal comments. Again, I apologize to all concerned.
RED
red, we all know how you meant it, and like I said earlier, we appreciate your concern. ;)
Tommy has the most comfortable bed, really he let me lay/lie in it. Not a lie/lay. OK, in deep water here - not a water bed. I give up, can't say anything without implying something uncomfortable.
Goodbye. [cheeky]
Quote from: dosgatos on December 07, 2008, 07:35:55 PM
Tommy has the most comfortable bed, really he let me lay/lie in it. Not a lie/lay. OK, in deep water here - not a water bed. I give up, can't say anything without implying something uncomfortable.
Goodbye. [cheeky]
Dan, you are not the only member to have been in my bed....... I'm just sayin
Quote from: Slag on December 08, 2008, 08:02:25 AM
I have picture proof...
were you creeping around outside my window.....
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/432710295_imPPb-M.jpg)
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/432710380_VVu65-M.jpg)
Where'd Lisa go? Her account is kaput
Quote from: bryant8 on December 08, 2008, 08:18:56 AM
Where'd Lisa go? Her account is kaput
Maybe she was banned for being too cool. [thumbsup]
That's the only logical explanation I can think of.
Quote from: bryant8 on December 08, 2008, 08:18:56 AM
Where'd Lisa go? Her account is kaput
Was wondering the same thing this morning....
I hope that everything is ok
Last I heard she was headed for Austin to see her mom :-\
Don't know if she has I Phone
fastwin's was buggered up yesterday. He only had one post.
For those interested in ceramic coating your headers, Jet-Hot just sent me an email with a coupon that's worth 20% off of your order if you have it submitted by Dec 31.
I had mine done on my M620 and they looked great, all in all it cost me about 180 shipped both ways.
Quote from: bryant8 on December 08, 2008, 07:19:30 PM
For those interested in ceramic coating your headers, Jet-Hot just sent me an email with a coupon that's worth 20% off of your order if you have it submitted by Dec 31.
I had mine done on my M620 and they looked great, all in all it cost me about 180 shipped both ways.
hmmm... Bryant you tempt me...
Quote from: ThelmaLou on December 08, 2008, 07:24:43 PM
hmmm... Bryant you tempt me...
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1411/1478086083_6edb0c3612.jpg?v=0)
Ah I miss that bike! :'(
Quote from: bryant8 on December 08, 2008, 07:28:33 PM
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1411/1478086083_6edb0c3612.jpg?v=0)
Ah I miss that bike! :'(
Man, looking at some old pics of my M620 brought back a lot of memories!
My first bike and the best purchase I've ever made. [thumbsup]
Quote from: ThelmaLou on December 08, 2008, 07:24:43 PM
hmmm... Bryant you tempt me...
TL ! Oh behaaave. You're a married woman!
Quote from: RED on December 08, 2008, 08:47:39 PM
TL ! Oh behaaave. You're a married woman!
It's okay. I'm used to it. I accept that the M600 is "the other man". As long as that's the only one. ;)
Quote from: BarneePhife on December 08, 2008, 08:55:32 PM
It's okay. I'm used to it. I accept that the M600 is "the other man". As long as that's the only one. ;)
I see. Modern Love. I just figured you were getting a bad case of moto envy having not riden since the last summer...Remember your bike BF? Just look at it sitting there all dusty and sad...boo hoo hoo it says to you. Can you hear it calling from underneath the boxes that are probably stacked on top of it? Just sitting there all eager for a romp but sadly...it just...waits... :'( Aw, poor thing...not feeling the love since THAT DAMN CORVETTE CAME INTO THE GARAGE!!!
Quote from: RED on December 08, 2008, 09:01:33 PM
I see. Modern Love. I just figured you were getting a bad case of moto envy having not riden since the last summer...Remember your bike BF? Just look at it sitting there all dusty and sad...boo hoo hoo it says to you. Can you hear it calling from underneath the boxes that are probably stacked on top of it? Just sitting there all eager for a romp but sadly...it just...waits... :'( Aw, poor thing...not feeling the love since THAT DAMN CORVETTE CAME INTO THE GARAGE!!!
[laugh]
It did have stuff stacked on it!
Quote from: ThelmaLou on December 08, 2008, 09:08:56 PM
[laugh]
It did have stuff stacked on it!
Of course it did! I can't let the SC know that there's another motor-love in my life! The SC would be so jealous! The stuff stacked on it kept the SC from seeing the Corvette. I just told it the rumbling was a "thunderstorm". ;)
Hey pipeliner, tweeter, Tommy, this one's for you.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3031/3095897158_09f90900b5.jpg?v=0)
cdc
cdc - you just killed my iPhone!!! [laugh]
j/k!
Quote from: cdc on December 09, 2008, 10:10:20 AM
Hey pipeliner, tweeter, Tommy, this one's for you.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3031/3095897158_09f90900b5.jpg?v=0)
cdc
Hey look Charles is riding pregnant dog!!! At least this way he won't be late!! [laugh]
Quote from: LYDBLQ on December 09, 2008, 10:31:48 AM
Hey look Charles is riding pregnant dog!!! At least this way he won't be late!! [laugh]
He don't move! We go nowhere! I won't be late, I'll never arrive.
cdc
Quote from: cdc on December 09, 2008, 10:46:41 AM
He don't move! We go nowhere! I won't be late, I'll never arrive.
cdc
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Awesome cdc!! [clap]
Budapest?
One stone cold rider.
What's a budapest?
I don't know, I'm just hungry. [cheeky]
Quote from: dosgatos on December 09, 2008, 06:13:00 PM
What's a budapest?
I don't know, I'm just hungry. [cheeky]
Oh come on...haven't you seen a Buda? He's sitting there all fat and naked with just that little loin cloth on ya know. He has a pest under his kilt.
No youre thinking about Pipeliner waking up with a milk dud stuck to his back the day after Halloween. ;D
Think back, come on, try harder. Wait you went to the TT game in Lubbock - nevermind.
Quote from: dosgatos on December 09, 2008, 06:39:40 PM
No youre thinking about Pipeliner waking up with a milk dud stuck to his back the day after Halloween. ;D
Think back, come on, try harder. Wait you went to the TT game in Lubbock - nevermind.
I've also never been in Tommy's bed!
hmmmm.....
Hey never2loud, UOK?
Quote from: dosgatos on December 09, 2008, 06:39:40 PM
No youre thinking about Pipeliner waking up with a milk dud stuck to his back the day after Halloween...
That is a funny mental picture.
Quote from: RichD on December 09, 2008, 09:49:40 PM
That is a funny mental picture.
He said he woke up stuck to the sheets, kid must have dropped a dud or maybe it was a skittles. T tells it good, had us rolling. [laugh]
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html)
hmmm
Quote from: bryant8 on December 10, 2008, 05:32:19 PM
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html)
hmmm
wow. looks like you'll be paying 1/4 less than you anticipated for you 7500. nice find.
Quote from: RED on December 09, 2008, 06:42:10 PM
I've also never been in Tommy's bed!
hmmmm.....
Feel left out? [popcorn]
Quote from: AeroGeek on December 10, 2008, 06:17:09 PM
Feel left out? [popcorn]
it's really comfy - thats all I'm sayin :-X ;D
Beware of the sugar babies! [cheeky]
:o. OMG are we talkin an orgy in Tommy's bed? Where's BF and Slag when all this is going on? Taking pics I hope!
Quote from: bryant8 on December 10, 2008, 05:32:19 PM
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html)
hmmm
Wow. Wonder what he'd charge to fix a couple of oil leaks....
Quote from: bryant8 on December 10, 2008, 05:32:19 PM
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/953117129.html)
hmmm
I bet I could guess who might live in Mansfield, have every Ducati tool imaginable, tons of experience and schooling (from bevel drive to Desmosedici), and might just have some time on his hands...
Quote from: Ronr on December 10, 2008, 10:05:32 PM
Wow. Wonder what he'd charge to fix a couple of oil leaks....
My guess is $75 an hour +parts ;D
Quote from: RichD on December 10, 2008, 10:28:14 PM
I bet I could guess who might live in Mansfield, have every Ducati tool imaginable, tons of experience and schooling (from bevel drive to Desmosedici), and might just have some time on his hands...
My guess is $75 an hour +parts ;D
I just might be interested. Really.
I am waiting for the shuttle to take off. The window is from now until noon, so I may be sitting a long time. I am only 1000 feet from the runway, so I should get better shots today.
sweet dude.... that's something i'd like to see in person sometime; i think that would be really cool.
Winds from ENE, hope you get good pics.
Quote from: bentvalve on December 11, 2008, 07:53:47 AM
Wow, a real motorcycle related discussion. Ahhh, just like the old days. [thumbsup]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 11, 2008, 08:25:53 AM
<offtopic> look, nothing against the poster, but this is seriously a dead and rotting horse. my 2cents are that when you take a look at the DFW board as a whole, you find one hell of a lot of moto-topics here. i know Slag even did some data analysis on that exact topic, and found that there was no shortage of moto threads, percentage-wise. what i don't get is when people want to dis the social aspect of our little association. i mean, seriously...if we don't have enough moto stufff in just the DFW area (which i think we most definitely DO), there's a LOT more on this board that satisfy anyone's needs. i get that there are a couple nonsense and spastic threads on here, but who cares? they're a fun way to waste time at work, at home, or while drunk. or all three! and if people don't think there's any moto content in "say anything thread" or wherever, then just don't open them...and you haven't wasted any time on them. i know i go through phases where i don't want to post in or look at some of those threads...but it's not a big deal. no drama needed.
anyway, i've just seen this comment or one's just like it so many times, and after a while, it gets really old, and it just keeps coming back up, and quite frankly just seems way off the mark.
</offtopic>
let me know if you need a hand with the clutch, Ron...i'd love to give you a hand with it; dry clutches are always fun to tear apart :) also i have a nice electric impact you can borrow as well if you need one for that clutch nut, and the 32mm socket
Maybe it would make folks happier to move the conversation over to this thread once it starts to wander off topic. Just quote the original posts and move it here. Seems like a good solution to me.
pics or it never happened :o
I thought there was a thread for a new group photo??? Did it happen?? Or is it in Feb?? If not can we make it in Feb?? I would really really like to be there for it!!
Nothing like a night of drinks, stogies, and Guitar Hero [thumbsup] Had a great time last night ;D
And tonight, we crash the Redulator [beer]
Quote from: Slag on December 13, 2008, 06:50:27 AM
Nothing like a night of drinks, stogies, and Guitar Hero [thumbsup]
Polish off that vodka?
Dosgatos may have sampled some, but there is plenty to go aroung [evil]
Lot-o-fun last night, only sampled a little Crown with the Partagas - mucho bueno ;D
Red's will rock 2nite!
BTW the group pic is set for next year LYDBLQ, waiting to hear the quack ;D
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 13, 2008, 09:15:51 AM
Just FYI, the "Open House" portion is only for Ducatisti & friends [thumbsup]
Since I am
NOT Ducatisti, I guess I will just come as a friend ;D
I owe CJ a new ice chest. My dog decided to shred it yesterday.
It is partially his fault. I have had it since the Hill Country trip... [bang]
I also blame whomever put it on the deck during the vodka party. Granted, I should have noticed it and brought it inside [laugh]
No worries...we were gonna upgrade anyway. [thumbsup]
That's one mean beagle [evil]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6b5ZwmbFY-A (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6b5ZwmbFY-A)
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 14, 2008, 04:39:51 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6b5ZwmbFY-A (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6b5ZwmbFY-A)
Lies! I ride a duc, NOT an SV
That was funny. [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
cdc
Are people more violently opposed to fur rather than leather because its much easier to harass rich women than motorcycle gangs?
George Carlin
true, very true!!
Super Mario Bros. ROCKS!!!! [bacon]
Quote from: ThelmaLou on December 15, 2008, 09:34:02 PM
Super Mario Bros. ROCKS!!!! [bacon]
OK, I think Jade will marry you now [cheeky]
What about Guitar Hero? Did you get it?
i have a copy of super smash bros.: brawl for the wii, unopened...if anyone wants it. i haven't hooked up the wii at my place since i've moved in, and can't see it in the near future. it's a damn good game, but i just don't really have people over at my place, so it probably wouldn't get played since it's more of a party game, though there's single player stuff as well: http://www.gamespot.com/wii/action/supersmashbros/index.html?tag=topten;all;2
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on December 16, 2008, 07:54:13 AM
GH party at Jim and Lyndy's.... ;D
Don't make me come over there & kick your @$$ !!!!!!
[evil]
The politics forums 11 month probationary period has expired, and it is no more.
Unfortunately it was deleted, not just locked. All of those posts have gone "back to the source."
Quote from: Slag on December 16, 2008, 12:00:06 PM
The politics forums 11 month probationary period has expired, and it is no more.
Unfortunately it was deleted, not just locked. All of those posts have gone "back to the source."
Prolly for the best... Plenty of other forums for that kind of stuff- Like Zach/Tommy's kitchen [thumbsup]
How did it get to be 2:22 already?!?
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 16, 2008, 12:18:38 PM
Prolly for the best... Plenty of other forums for that kind of stuff- Like Zach/Tommy's kitchen [thumbsup]
noop, he refuses to allow me to talk about my pro Obama ideology.......censorship, what a crock
Staying away from politics and religion is always a smart move. The politics forum was a good place to vent.
Is it politics if ppl say I look like Obama?
Quote from: Tommy on December 16, 2008, 08:09:59 PM
Is it politics if ppl say I look like Obama?
no, that's delusion. [laugh]
"Angelina Jolie's birthday gift for Brad Pitt: $12,000 motorbike
Dec. 9, 2008 08:02 AM
BANG Showbiz
Angelina Jolie is splashing out on a $12,000 motorbike for partner Brad Pitt’s 45th birthday.
The ‘Wanted’ actress has bought Brad â€" who celebrates his big day on December 18 - a top of the range Ducati Monster 1100S.
A source told In Touch Weekly magazine: “Since Angelina is always in a dilemma of what to buy Brad, she's getting him the new Ducati Monster 1100S titanium.
“It's a surprise. She ordered it from Italy months ago. It's new and I believe it's not out yet in Ducati stores. I guess a guy can never have too many bikes!â€
Last year, Angelina is believed to have treated Brad to a motorcycle costing a staggering $100,000 for his birthday."
[snip]
Big suprise. I bet he read it on the main board months ago [laugh]
someone please put this bike out of it's misery...it's been on CL for like four months.... at this point i'm just tired of seeing it come up in the search results. factory warranty until october 09...
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/960942292.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/960942292.html)
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 18, 2008, 06:04:19 AM
someone please put this bike out of it's misery...it's been on CL for like four months.... at this point i'm just tired of seeing it come up in the search results. factory warranty until october 09...
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/960942292.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/960942292.html)
:o
Why don't you offer a payment plan?
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 18, 2008, 06:25:35 AM
:o
Why don't you offer a payment plan?
"$5,400.00 FIRM (No trades, No payment takeovers, and No offers) "
...on second thought, make him an offer just to bug him! [evil]
Quote from: RichD on December 18, 2008, 06:29:09 AM
...on second thought, make him an offer
A good down payment, & a good monthly payment, title in escrow, insurance guaranteed, etc., he might change his mind ;)
Check this out. Anyone notice that the Goldwing rider is catching the sport bikes in front of him?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSVg3Gg4LmA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSVg3Gg4LmA)
Quote from: fastwin on December 18, 2008, 07:02:41 AM
Check this out. Anyone notice that the Goldwing rider is catching the sport bikes in front of him?
I think I just spit coffee through my nose... [laugh]
Airspace
In addition to communicating with the local Air Traffic Control facility, all aircraft in the Persian Gulf AOR are required to give the Iranian Air Defense Radar (military) a ten minute 'heads up' if they will be transiting Iranian airspace.
This is a common procedure for commercial aircraft and involves giving them your call sign, transponder code, type aircraft, and points of origin and destination.
A guy who overheard this conversation on the VHF Guard (emergency) frequency 121.5 MHz while flying from Europe to Dubai. It's too good not to pass along. The conversation went something like this...
Air Defense Radar: "Unknown aircraft at (location unknown), you are in Iranian airspace. Identify yourself."
Aircraft: "This is a United States aircraft. I am in Iraqi airspace."
Air Defense Radar: "You are in Iranian airspace. If you do not depart our airspace we will launch interceptor aircraft!"
Aircraft: "This is a United States Marine Corps FA-18 fighter. Send 'em up, I'll wait!"
Air Defense Radar: (no response ... Total silence)
I love the video of the two Goldwing guys riding the tail of the dragon scraping on every turn.
It almost makes me want to buy one!
Yeah, you're right... -I'm just kidding! [laugh]
Quote from: andym on December 18, 2008, 07:26:00 AM
We'd love to come but were flying to MI on Friday, got to escape from this heat for a while. [wine]
I hear that surfing in the Great Lakes is fantastic this time of year [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on December 18, 2008, 07:40:29 AM
I hear that surfing in the Great Lakes is fantastic this time of year [thumbsup]
major shrinkage... :P
WOW... just got a call from AMS saying my bike is already done with it's 7500 mile service. Not bad considering I dropped it off at AMS-D just before closing on Sat.
I guess I'll have to pay to get it back [laugh]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 18, 2008, 06:04:19 AM
someone please put this bike out of it's misery...it's been on CL for like four months.... at this point i'm just tired of seeing it come up in the search results. factory warranty until october 09...
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/960942292.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/960942292.html)
It seems like cycle prices are always lower in Winter! Maybe high gas prices increased moto ridership, would there be a decrease if gas was down ? ( and thus a drop in moto prices due to soft demand ) ? ??? Seems like Ducs hold value pretty well mostly. Window shopping just makes me crazy :-X
Quote from: Cyclone on December 18, 2008, 04:35:51 PM
It seems like cycle prices are always lower in Winter! Maybe high gas prices increased moto ridership, would there be a decrease if gas was down ? ( and thus a drop in moto prices due to soft demand ) ? ??? Seems like Ducs hold value pretty well mostly. Window shopping just makes me crazy :-X
dive in Donald. you deserve it! [thumbsup]
going for the big 15 and 7 more to a grand .
cdc
(http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v354/225/12/1438331041/n1438331041_30118425_9932.jpg)
guess which one of these handsome dudes is our own william wardy......
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 04:57:57 PM
(http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v354/225/12/1438331041/n1438331041_30118425_9932.jpg)
guess which one of these handsome dudes is our own william wardy......
I'd have to guess far right....
Big "S"?
cdc
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 04:57:57 PM
guess which one of these handsome dudes is our own william wardy......
the fat one?
and lay off the hateraide, you can say that when your fat too.... ask my minority friends.
man....i'm glad we're all friends here...
*mental note: give more money to will's charity fund...
so which one is he?
cdc
Quote from: cdc on December 21, 2008, 06:12:41 PM
so which one is he?
cdc
...the one on the right--focus, man ;)
Pink shirt?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 06:03:28 PM
man....i'm glad we're all friends here...
*mental note: give more money to will's charity fund...
send link please! cant do bike pic, but can give the price of one..
stop it already, I'm trying to turn the computer off for the night with a board full of my BS post.
cdc
where is the bs thread?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 05:31:16 PM
karma is a real mother make the beast with two backser i guess.... softest "drop" you've ever seen in your life though, guaranteed.
that really sucks! whats the bad karma all about?
famous monster dent? (tank)
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 07:52:18 PM
famous monster dent? (tank)
oh hell no...i thought you knew me better than that, really.....
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 08:05:15 PM
oh hell no...i thought you knew me better than that, really.....
[evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil]
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20164805/348113241.jpg)
Quote from: dallas2r on December 16, 2008, 08:46:01 PM
no, that's delusion. [laugh]
It was another slam at the Chihuahuas. :P
i mean...i'll put my head in the way before i have a dent in the tank...i'm just sayin
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 04:57:57 PM
(http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-sf2p/v354/225/12/1438331041/n1438331041_30118425_9932.jpg)
guess which one of these handsome dudes is our own william wardy......
He's the one with the hair!
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 08:07:54 PM
i mean...i'll put my head in the way before i have a dent in the tank...i'm just sayin
see, it was the new ummm... well nevermind, that caused that one.
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 08:17:06 PM
see, it was the new ummm... well nevermind, that caused that one.
wtf...you're holding back now...?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 08:20:47 PM
wtf...you're holding back now...?
It is what it is my good man [thumbsup]
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/348115448.jpg)
(http://img3.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0094.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net/free-tongue-smileys.php) (http://img3.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0163.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net) 4501?
Quote from: fastwin on December 18, 2008, 07:02:41 AM
Check this out. Anyone notice that the Goldwing rider is catching the sport bikes in front of him?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSVg3Gg4LmA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSVg3Gg4LmA)
Google this: Yellow Wolf Dragon Tail and check out the vids. [bow_down]
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 06:16:10 PM
send link please! cant do bike pic, but can give
bump ???
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 09:26:44 PM
bump ???
http://pages.teamintraining.org/ntx/solvang09/wwardy (http://pages.teamintraining.org/ntx/solvang09/wwardy)
Quote from: fastwin on December 18, 2008, 07:02:41 AM
Check this out. Anyone notice that the Goldwing rider is catching the sport bikes in front of him?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSVg3Gg4LmA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSVg3Gg4LmA)
search Yellow Wolf on Tail of the Dragon on youtube and be ready to be impressed.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 16, 2008, 05:10:45 AM
i have a copy of super smash bros.: brawl for the wii, unopened...if anyone wants it. i haven't hooked up the wii at my place since i've moved in, and can't see it in the near future. it's a damn good game, but i just don't really have people over at my place, so it probably wouldn't get played since it's more of a party game, though there's single player stuff as well: http://www.gamespot.com/wii/action/supersmashbros/index.html?tag=topten;all;2
seriously? PM me if it's not gone. I'll buy it.
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 08:40:49 PM
(http://img3.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0094.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net/free-tongue-smileys.php) (http://img3.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/sign/sign0163.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net) 4501?
By popular demand... 4501 ;D
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 06:21:53 PM
where is the bs thread?
but aren't all our threads BS?!?
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 22, 2008, 08:24:38 AM
Hope everyone has a Joyful Holiday [thumbsup] (piss off, Slag)
Wow. I feel the love.
Quote from: Slag on December 22, 2008, 09:20:05 AM
Wow. I feel the love.
Hmmm, well, you're not celebrating anything. Merry non event.
Is it OK to wish you a Happy New Year?
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 22, 2008, 09:21:50 AM
Hmmm, well, you're not celebrating anything, & you have everyday off... ;D
I'm a lucky guy [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on December 22, 2008, 09:30:08 AM
I'm a lucky guy [thumbsup]
tell me about it... [roll]
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 22, 2008, 08:24:38 AM
Hope everyone has a Joyful Holiday [thumbsup] (piss off, Slag)
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 22, 2008, 09:21:50 AM
Hmmm, well, you're not celebrating anything, & you have everyday off... ;D
So much for the friendly, non-hostile forum where everyone can speak their opinions without being attacked...
Quote from: AeroGeek on December 22, 2008, 09:59:55 AM
So much for the friendly, non-hostile forum where everyone can speak their opinions without being attacked...
did I miss something? I read it as friendly ribbing. ???
Tis the season I guess. Maybe a few Margaritas will help?
All I got to do is think about my new bike and all is well. Even this devil-of-a-ring that keeps falling apart on me can't keep me down. MOTARD!!!!!! ;D ;D [moto]
Hey Katie, so you ride much in the cold? How's your 696 getting along with all the others? Just asking. :)
I am a big wimp so I don't ride in the cold. The 696 is doing great staying warm in the garage with the others. My right turn signal quit working so I have to figure that out soon....
you reminded me of something. A couple of years ago my brother bought a Vstar 1100 and he never rode it but I put a couple of grand on it. Later when he sold it I noticed the front tire was much more worn on the left side - I figured I rode harder on left turns than right because of the rear brake being on the right. Has anyone noticed this or was it just me on a fat cruiser?
Maybe you use your right blinker more that the left. Just saying annything.
My old monster wore out the left side of the rear tire more than the right. Most of the good increasing radius/speed turns were left turns at intersections [moto].
Quote from: AeroGeek on December 22, 2008, 09:59:55 AM
So much for the friendly, non-hostile forum where everyone can speak their opinions without being attacked...
My intention was never to seriously disparage my good friend Zach, but were posted with the slighty warped humor that seems to run through the forum, & makes it the wonderful place it is. [thumbsup]
P.S.- Let's all remember that this is not a free-for-all forum, and that there are guidelines & restrictions on what we may post...
We return you now to the regularly-scheduled insanity ;D
I would like to get drunk with every member of this forum and drunkenly say, "I love you man"
I'm just sayin.....
we could use it 8)
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Quote from: AeroGeek on December 22, 2008, 10:49:13 AM
My right turn signal quit working so I have to figure that out soon....
If only you knew an engineer...
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 06:16:10 PM
send link please! cant do bike pic, but can give the price of one..
mucho thankso in advance-o
http://pages.teamintraining.org/ntx/solvang09/wwardy (http://pages.teamintraining.org/ntx/solvang09/wwardy)
Quote from: Tommy on December 22, 2008, 01:15:58 PM
I would like to get drunk with every member of this forum
Are you buying?
Quote from: BarneePhife on December 22, 2008, 01:50:57 PM
[popcorn]
This board needs an enema.
[popcorn]
Quote from: L'Avatar D'Jour on December 22, 2008, 02:03:13 PM
Which brings to mind words of wisdom- It's better to give than receive ;D
Are you prepared for the back blast? [evil] [laugh] [puke]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 04:57:57 PM
guess which one of these handsome dudes is our own william wardy......
That was me bringing sexy back.
Quote from: Tommy on December 21, 2008, 05:26:25 PM
the fat one?
and lay off the hateraide, you can say that when your fat too.... ask my minority friends.
I was "big-boned"!
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on December 21, 2008, 06:03:28 PM
man....i'm glad we're all friends here...
*mental note: give more money to will's charity fund...
Let it be know across the land, you may make fun of me all you want without retribution if you donate money to the link in my sig.
Quote from: Slag on December 21, 2008, 06:15:14 PM
Pink shirt?
LIGHT RED!!
Latest Member:LSD4me
hmmm.... :-\
Welcome!? :)
Quote from: Tommy on December 22, 2008, 01:15:58 PM
I would like to get drunk with every member of this forum and drunkenly say, "I love you man"
I'm just sayin.....
we could use it 8)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/348115448.jpg)
+1 [bow_down]
Quote from: Tommy on December 22, 2008, 01:15:58 PM
I would like to get drunk with every member of this forum and drunkenly say, "I love you man"
I'm just sayin.....
we could use it 8)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/348115448.jpg)
Can I just watch the video instead? Seems safer that way. Just saying.
cdc
Video of flash mobs was disallowed by the Treaty of Versailles
I gotch'r treaty right here pal! [evil]
We have one very important tradition this time of year (besides hiding from the ridiculous hordes of soccer mom mall pillagers [evil] !) It is time for our yearly screening of a classic...National Lampoons Christmas Vacation ;D
Quote from: Slag on December 25, 2008, 06:53:28 AM
We have one very important tradition this time of year (besides hiding from the ridiculous hordes of soccer mom mall pillagers [evil] !) It is time for our yearly screening of a classic...National Lampoons Christmas Vacation ;D
Already did it. One of our annual traditions too! Elf is also really good.
Quote from: Slag on December 25, 2008, 06:53:28 AM
We have one very important tradition this time of year (besides hiding from the ridiculous hordes of soccer mom mall pillagers [evil] !) It is time for our yearly screening of a classic...National Lampoons Christmas Vacation ;D
A Christmas Story on all day here...
(http://www.smileygenerator.us/community/searchsmiley/r/rifle.gif)
Had a nice dinner tonight with Catie, Tommy, and Dan. Pretty simple spread: buffalo steaks, corn on cob, homemade bread, and a baked potato. The whisky and cigars were great too!
Sounds spectacular!
Gorilla
A man walked into his back yard one morning and found a gorilla in a tree. He called a gorilla-removal service, and soon a serviceman arrived with a stick, a Chihuahua, a pair of handcuffs and a shotgun.
“Now listen carefully,†he told the homeowner. “I’m going to climb the tree and poke the gorilla with the stick until he falls to the ground. The trained Chihuahua will then go right for his, uh, sensitive area, and when the gorilla instinctively crosses his hands in front to protect himself, you slap on the handcuffs.â€
“Got it,†the homeowner replied. “But what’s the shotgun for?â€
“If I fall out of the tree before the gorilla,†the man said, “shoot the Chihuahua.â€
__________________
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I waste time looking at the Ducati section on EBay Motors for no really good reason. But it's funny, the total bike count for sale just tumbled in the last day or two from at least 146+ to now only 57. I can't imagine they all sold so fast so that leaves them being pulled by their owners right at Christmas. Puzzling evidence. ???
For Svoloch
Quote from: LA on December 27, 2008, 02:25:54 PM
I'm sort of a vegetarian by proxy, I have on good authority that all the animals I eat were vegans.
Quote from: Slag on December 26, 2008, 09:06:54 AM
Gorilla
A man walked into his back yard one morning and found a gorilla in a tree. He called a gorilla-removal service, and soon a serviceman arrived with a stick, a Chihuahua, a pair of handcuffs and a shotgun.
“Now listen carefully,†he told the homeowner. “I’m going to climb the tree and poke the gorilla with the stick until he falls to the ground. The trained Chihuahua will then go right for his, uh, sensitive area, and when the gorilla instinctively crosses his hands in front to protect himself, you slap on the handcuffs.â€
“Got it,†the homeowner replied. “But what’s the shotgun for?â€
“If I fall out of the tree before the gorilla,†the man said, “shoot the Chihuahua.â€
__________________
Beware of the Chihuahua ! Be afraid, be very afraid !! Mwaahaahaahaa [evil]
Buford T. Justice approves of CJ's Boss Hogg avatar [thumbsup] [laugh]
Quote from: Slag on December 29, 2008, 02:26:42 PM
Buford T. Justice approves of CJ's Boss Hog avatar [thumbsup] [laugh]
Thought he might like it.... ;D
I have always wanted to know what type of cigar Mr. Hogg had.
I think that I will have a beer and a cigar tonight. I'm just sayin' [beer] [drink]
Quote from: Tommy on December 29, 2008, 05:16:43 PM
I'm in a different country now.....I can get away with it ;D Texas is its own country, right?!?!?!?
I didn't know they had internet in KY. I thought all communication was done with stringed instruments [evil]
Banjos? or tin cans with string?
both are working tonight :P
just so long as I don't see banjos and G-strings.........
Oh....wait......nevermind......
Tin cans for long distance?
Banjos for something a little more...personal?
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/445120058_reny6-M.jpg)
How can you put all your Ducs in a row if you have only one?
Yet another rationalization for the HMS ;D
Quote from: Slag on December 29, 2008, 05:37:07 PM
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/445120058_reny6-M.jpg)
Ahh... Bringing back memories of last night....
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on December 29, 2008, 02:27:28 PM
Thought he might like it.... ;D
I thought animated avatars were not accepted here? Please correct me if not.
Peace.
Quote from: RED on December 29, 2008, 09:02:33 PM
I thought animated avatars were not accepted here? Please correct me if not.
Peace.
I don't remember any rules against them?
[roll] [roll]
;D ;D ;D
Quote from: Slag on December 29, 2008, 05:21:20 PM
I didn't know they had internet in KY. I thought all communication was done with stringed instruments [evil]
Bwahaha
Tommy seems a little bored
make that 13
Y'all are the best, & I mean that, really.
It's been a helluva year... Great rides, great get-togethers, & an amazing group of people [thumbsup]
Looking forward to '09 ;D [moto] [drink] [beer]
I am not looking forward to morning.
Must.Drink.Water.
Pics of my bacon sandwich (didn't want to clutter up 5 word thread with pics [bang] )
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/446289291_4b3DN-M.jpg)
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/446289320_hgh2K-M.jpg)
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/446289369_cpLqQ-M.jpg)
now THATS talent [bacon] [bacon] [bacon]
[coffee]
Quote from: ThelmaLou on January 01, 2009, 07:03:00 AM
now THATS talent [bacon] [bacon] [bacon]
[coffee]
that's what she said
[bow_down] [bacon]
Quote from: Tommy on January 02, 2009, 08:22:41 AM
simp sons
simp (noun)
Guy that claims they are players/pimps. But when they are with a girl they spend their money on them, their time on them tell them they love em.
Quote from: Slag on January 02, 2009, 08:26:09 AM
simp (noun)
Guy that claims they are players/pimps. But when they are with a girl they spend their money on them, their time on them tell them they love em.
http://www.monster.com/
just sayin....
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 02, 2009, 05:53:05 AM
Thanks Zach for the love....
--May a sick yak leave a gift in your sock drawer. [laugh]
Gotta love Carnac-isms [laugh]
May a love-starved fruit-fly molest your sister's nectarines.
*
May a desert weirdo lower his figs into your mother's soup.
*
May the Shah of Iran seek refuge under your sister's skirt.
*
May a diseased yak squat in your hot tub.
*
May you get your first French kiss from a diseased camel.
*
May your prize bull hate cows.
*
May a crazy holy man set fire to your nose hair.
*
May your Perrie water be secretly bottled in Tijuana.
*
May your only daughter take up with a yak of another faith.
*
May a crazed lizard unravel your underwear.
*
May a desert nomad do a desert no-no to your sister.
*
May a diseased Holy man soil your shelf paper.
*
May your platform shoes fail you in a camel pasture.
*
May a weird holy man with a rash play with your face.
*
May a queasy camel freshen up your mother's evening bath.
*
May a sick yak leave a gift in your sock drawer.
*
May Orca the Whale relieve himself on your carpet.
*
May a nearsighted sand flea suck syrup off your short stack.
*
May the winds of the Sahara blow a scorpion up your sister's caftan.
*
May a camel with a weak kidney condition find your Hope Chest.
*
May a weird Holy man use a Black & Decker tool on your only sister.
:D
Quote from: Slag on January 02, 2009, 09:03:03 AM
Gotta love Carnac-isms [laugh]
Is that a Johnny Carson thing?
Oui
(http://www.anniemayhem.com/blog%20pics/OleMissHelmet.jpg)
(http://www.artisticglassdesign.net/products/Ole%20Miss.jpg)
Quote from: muskrat on January 02, 2009, 07:25:01 PM
damn, can't make it. already planned an outing to Talamena with the cruiser guys BUT we did ride Ducs' all day long today
That really is a great run! Are you really doing this in one day? That cruiser must be comfy [laugh]
We were there in September. Our only problem were the amount of bicycles on the road (hundreds!) I was always afraid of blowing a corner and taking out half the peloton [evil]
Sorry Tech [laugh] [evil]
(http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2007/1212/travel_Cotton_Bowl_590.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on January 03, 2009, 07:20:30 AM
Sorry Tech [laugh] [evil]
Is this some kind of bad computer repair experience?
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 03, 2009, 07:32:01 AM
damn GWB...
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 03, 2009, 08:06:12 AM
17 days...
And I thought you were against politics on here... [evil]
Quote from: Slag on December 16, 2008, 12:00:06 PM
The politics forums 11 month probationary period has expired, and it is no more.
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on December 16, 2008, 12:18:38 PM
Prolly for the best... Plenty of other forums for that kind of stuff-
yep, slipping into dangerous territory there... :P
I removed my Al Gore post. It was not a political comment, rather a dispute of his scientific thought process. The problem is that I would have to explain that to 10 people over pm.
Al may not be a scientist, but global warming is a reality...
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 03, 2009, 08:34:17 AM
Al may not be a scientist, but global warming is a reality...
(http://www.americanthinker.com/piratesarecool4.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on January 03, 2009, 08:38:15 AM
(http://www.americanthinker.com/piratesarecool4.jpg)
I'm pretty sure the pirates is growing?!? [laugh]
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 03, 2009, 08:42:29 AM
I'm pretty sure the pirates is growing?!? [laugh]
Touché [thumbsup] [evil]
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 03, 2009, 08:34:17 AM
Al may not be a scientist, but global warming is a reality...
only among politicians and scientists with an agenda....
normal scientists (and meteorologists) dispute the heck out of it....
Quote from: Ronr on January 03, 2009, 08:53:53 AM
only among politicians and scientists with an agenda....
normal scientists (and meteorologists) dispute the heck out of it....
[bow_down] [beer]
Good post ;D
Quote from: Ronr on January 03, 2009, 08:53:53 AM
only among politicians and scientists with an agenda....
normal scientists (and meteorologists) dispute the heck out of it....
(http://funnyhub.com/content_images/4131_2066_global-warming-swimwear.jpg)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 03, 2009, 09:22:02 AM
(http://funnyhub.com/content_images/4131_2066_global-warming-swimwear.jpg)
I do not see a problem [evil]
Quote from: Slag on January 03, 2009, 09:41:11 AM
I do not see a problem [evil]
Class dismissed... [laugh]
Didn't get to go on the Muenster run, but I did get to ride some today. It felt like spring weather out there. [thumbsup] [moto]
Just watched Eagle Eye. A decently fun movie. I am not a Shai Le Doof fan, so that didn't help.
good shirt today: http://shirt.woot.com/
(http://enstxzrnsprxt.6hops.net/Behold!exoDetail.png)
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
[bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down]
[popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn]
Due to OTHER / AAL REQUEST, there is a Traffic Management Program in effect for traffic arriving Dallas/Ft Worth International Airport, Dallas-Ft Worth, TX (DFW). This is causing some arriving flights to be delayed an average of 1 hour and 36 minutes. To see if you may be affected, select your departure airport and check "Delays by Destination".
I think I'm gonna work from home today ;D
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 05, 2009, 08:20:35 AM
I think I'm gonna work from home today ;D
I am right there with ya [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 08:08:03 AM
Due to OTHER / AAL REQUEST, there is a Traffic Management Program in effect for traffic arriving Dallas/Ft Worth International Airport, Dallas-Ft Worth, TX (DFW). This is causing some arriving flights to be delayed an average of 1 hour and 36 minutes. To see if you may be affected, select your departure airport and check "Delays by Destination".
CRAP!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm leaving for Cincinnati too. [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Quote from: muskrat on January 05, 2009, 08:27:19 AM
CRAP!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm leaving for Cincinnati too. [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
Have fun! Send us a postcard!!! ;D
Too cold so an email will have to do
Too cold? I am wearing a kilt [evil]
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 10:00:37 AM
Too cold? I am wearing a kilt [evil]
Post a pic !!! ;)
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 10:09:26 AM
No one here to take one :P
So stand in front of mirror and take one [laugh]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 05, 2009, 10:14:01 AM
For the love of humanity--NOOOOOOO [laugh]
[laugh]
[clap]
:o
;D
:D
[clap]
[cheeky]
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 10:00:37 AM
Too cold? I am wearing a kilt [evil]
Have stuff that will freeze no kilt for me. U don't appear to have that problem. Hahahaha
Noone there.
Mirror, mirror on the wall...
Just sayin
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 10:09:26 AM
No one here to take one :P
Come on Slag !
[popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn]
Pics or it never happened !!!
I'll post one when Catie comes home [thumbsup]
Quote from: muskrat on January 05, 2009, 10:25:02 AM
Have stuff that will freeze no kilt for me. U don't appear to have that problem. Hahahaha
Luckily I have a built in heater down there.
Quote from: TresGatos on January 05, 2009, 10:25:14 AM
Mirror, mirror on the wall...
Just a s long as it's not "mirror, mirror, on the FLOOR"... :P
Quote from: BellaDiva on January 05, 2009, 10:34:22 AM
Come on Slag !
[popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn]
Pics or it never happened !!!
Pic from a few months ago
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/449479022_CowmR-M.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 11:33:33 AM
Pic from a few months ago
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/449479022_CowmR-M.jpg)
Woo Hoo ;D !!!! Which Tartan is that ?
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 11:33:33 AM
Pic from a few months ago
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/449479022_CowmR-M.jpg)
What, no sporran ?
Quote from: BellaDiva on January 05, 2009, 11:54:00 AM
Woo Hoo ;D !!!! Which Tartan is that ?
The tartan is Lindsay Modern. My grandfathers side of the family.
Quote from: Cyclone on January 05, 2009, 11:54:53 AM
What, no sporran ?
I had taken it off. I was wearing a large one, and wasn't the most comfortable to sit in.
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 12:04:22 PM
I had taken it off. I was wearing a large one, and wasn't the most comfortable to sit in.
Scottish wool rubbing bare skin... comfort is not a part Scottish attire ! They had to come up with good whiskey to ease the pain of the wool rash, and the torture instrument known as the bagpipe !
True! This is made with 8 yards of 16oz wool from the Lochcarron mill in Scotlad. While it's the softest wool I have ever felt, it can still rub you the wrong way [evil]
I have synthetic kilt (Clan MacPherson Red Modern) that is still 16oz fabric, but is as comfy as a t-shirt.
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 12:23:04 PM
I have synthetic kilt (Clan MacPherson Red Modern) that is still 16oz fabric, but is as comfy as a t-shirt.
Ahh! A MoTul synthetic kilt " E-Z on your tool " ! [laugh]
Quote from: Cyclone on January 05, 2009, 12:28:04 PM
Ahh! A MoTul synthetic kilt " E-Z on your tool " ! [laugh]
Brilliant!!
Quote from: Slag on January 05, 2009, 10:53:14 AM
I'll post one when Catie comes home [thumbsup]
squatt
(http://www.kilts-n-stuff.com/up_yer_kilt.jpg)
Quote from: BellaDiva on January 05, 2009, 11:54:00 AM
Woo Hoo ;D !!!! Which Tartan is that ?
Will post Marc in his kilt on our Wedding Day in Scotland. Dang that was more than 10 years ago! I don't even have the pics on my computer. That was before all of this FaNcY computer stuff. I will have to scan them!!! Slag, it may be several days before I post it ;D
Quote from: BellaDiva on January 05, 2009, 12:49:23 PM
Will post Marc in his kilt on our Wedding Day in Scotland. Dang that was more than 10 years ago! I don't even have the pics on my computer. That was before all of this FaNcY computer stuff. I will have to scan them!!! Slag, it may be several days before I post it ;D
Cool [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on January 05, 2009, 06:40:52 PM
Tommy's back! [clap]
How was first vacation in 3, 4, 6 years?
over all a good trip, could have been better though :-\
Quote from: dallas2r on January 05, 2009, 08:41:39 PM
First bike is finished. Bloody hell this thing is gorgeous if I do say so myself!
yes, the 1098 ia gorgeous, people just wanna touch it when they see it. Sometimes it doesn't bother you though......
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/349863131.jpg)
Texas, Texas yeehaw... hell of a Fiesta Bowl tonight!
Great game indeed [thumbsup] [beer]
I am going for UF, but I know that OU has them
I wnat a Harley.
Is that bad?
Quote from: Cher on January 06, 2009, 04:39:02 AM
I wnat a Harley.
Is that bad?
I will privately admit to wanting the XR1200 and the Nightster. I would never admit it in public however [laugh]
Previously posted pic by a source in the Cher household:
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2225/2206311795_9e43d0ae46_b.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on January 06, 2009, 05:02:32 AM
I will privately admit to wanting the XR1200 and the Nightster. I would never admit it in public however [laugh]
I would buy an XR1200 ...but I've pretty much blown my new vehicle budget for the next two years... :'(
-but by then maybe I could pick one up used/cheap? ???
8) Harley has an interesting promotion where if you buy a new '08 or '09 Sportster (XR 1200 excluded from offer) and drive it less than a year, they will then let you trade it in at FULL MSRP on a new ( selected ) Harley ! In essence you get to ride a year for "free". [moto]
If Ducati would make the same offer on select Monsters ... [thumbsup]
That promotion is nuts :o Now if Harley will just extend that promotion to their MV line... [evil]
Harley offered the same deal when the 883 Sportsters came out... of course back then they cost $3,999.00 which I believe was in 1986-1987. Keep it a year and they would give you the full $4K value trade in on a big boy's bike. Great offer!
Actually, I just want to go to Sturgis...
Quote from: Cher on January 06, 2009, 02:01:33 PM
Actually, I just want to go to Sturgis...
You already have the jacket Cher. ;D
cdc
Quote from: cdc on January 06, 2009, 02:10:27 PM
You already have the jacket Cher. ;D
cdc
See!
[cheeky]
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 02, 2009, 11:13:32 AM
Is that a Johnny Carson thing?
come on scott, you're older than that! or wait, you never watched tv? yuk yuk [cheeky]
Quote from: RED on January 06, 2009, 02:34:50 PM
come on scott, you're older than that! or wait, you never watched tv? yuk yuk [cheeky]
Never watched Carson... I was a big fan of early David Letterman. Also "Fernwood Tonight". [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on January 05, 2009, 09:57:04 PM
Texas, Texas yeehaw... hell of a Fiesta Bowl tonight!
Gotta admit McCoy was rather good in the last 45 seconds. They got a great break on that last penalty call though! Good game. ...wish I could say the same bout TT >:(
Quote from: Cher on January 06, 2009, 04:39:02 AM
I wnat a Harley.
Is that bad?
Oh come on ...you just want to wear those chaps! and PARTY the hooligans right? :o [evil]
(don't worry no bare-assed pics this time)
Quote from: RED on January 06, 2009, 02:46:44 PM
Oh come on ...you just want to wear those chaps! and PARTY the hooligans right? :o [evil]
(don't worry no bare-assed pics this time)
Ha! Nah... Did anyone else watch the program last night on Discovery Channel that documented a "typical" year at Sturgis? There were some really spectacular bikes and a GIANT custom bike competition; over 100 bikes entered from all over the planet... The judging took two days :o No U.S. made custom has ever finished in the top three.
Very original, totally built-from-scratch scooters. A whole circus tent full of 'em!
Now THAT would be something to see!
[moto]
Quote from: Cher on January 06, 2009, 06:23:21 PM
Ha! Nah... Did anyone else watch the program last night on Discovery Channel that documented a "typical" year at Sturgis? There were some really spectacular bikes and a GIANT custom bike competition; over 100 bikes entered from all over the planet... The judging took two days :o No U.S. made custom has ever finished in the top three.
Very original, totally built-from-scratch scooters. A whole circus tent full of 'em!
Now THAT would be something to see!
[moto]
I've riden HD's and have just now stopped vibrating. Saw my surgeon yesterday and he said that vibration can cause carpel tunnel too, or just working with you hands, or like me riding a Ducati in sport riding position will make it worse. Told him I do have my limits, I'm not going to stop riding. I told him Ducs have no vibration (to speak of).
I think Cher, we need to continue this thread jack in the "Bike Lust" thread !! Ha ha... [beer]
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 04:45:58 AM
That is it. The 1st is now mine. ;D
A party on the first at my house.
Super Bowl Party? [beer]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 07, 2009, 04:51:54 AM
Super Bowl Party? [beer]
Party is posted, by your request [beer] [evil]
I had been planning this party for months. It is why I built the deck [thumbsup]
Moi? Threadjack? [evil] Guess it was the thread title that threw me off.
Quote from: Cher on January 06, 2009, 06:23:21 PM
Ha! Nah... Did anyone else watch the program last night on Discovery Channel that documented a "typical" year at Sturgis? There were some really spectacular bikes and a GIANT custom bike competition; over 100 bikes entered from all over the planet... The judging took two days :o No U.S. made custom has ever finished in the top three.
Very original, totally built-from-scratch scooters. A whole circus tent full of 'em!
Now THAT would be something to see!
[moto]
The bike that won onthe show would do any styling house proud. Goldammer's Goldmember (goofy name aside) Some details here: http://amdchampionship.com/content.php?page=registry§ion=viewbike&event=2008world&bikenumber=055
(http://img.amdchampionship.com/bikes-2008world-055-a-l.jpg)
Quote from: webspoke on January 07, 2009, 06:03:04 AM
The bike that won onthe show would do any styling house proud. Goldammer's Goldmember (goofy name aside) Some details here: http://amdchampionship.com/content.php?page=registry§ion=viewbike&event=2008world&bikenumber=055
(http://img.amdchampionship.com/bikes-2008world-055-a-l.jpg)
Yep! That's the bike that stands out in my mind... WHOA :o Not sure where you'd put the gas, but who cares?!? [laugh]
Quote from: Cher on January 07, 2009, 05:29:32 AM
Moi? Threadjack? [evil] Guess it was the thread title that threw me off.
What, you think you can just on a thread and just say anything because the title... oh. never mind ;D
I just hijacked a thread on the other bikes for sale page......
My work is done here
Quote from: webspoke on January 07, 2009, 06:03:04 AM
The bike that won onthe show would do any styling house proud. Goldammer's Goldmember (goofy name aside) Some details here: http://amdchampionship.com/content.php?page=registry§ion=viewbike&event=2008world&bikenumber=055
(http://img.amdchampionship.com/bikes-2008world-055-a-l.jpg)
What a pretty color! and man that thing looks fast just sitting there!!
Quote from: LYDBLQ on January 07, 2009, 07:46:47 AM
What a pretty color!
Agreed! The black does look nice ;D
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 07:48:00 AM
Agreed! The black does look nice ;D
[laugh] [laugh]
This seems odd. This guy has 1975 posts in 8h 54 min of board time? And only 2 pages of posts show up? Methinks there is a problem here.
SloDuc Profile (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=profile;u=667;sa=statPanel)
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 07:54:16 AM
This seems odd. This guy has 1975 posts in 8h 54 min of board time? And only 2 pages of posts show up? Methinks there is a problem here.
SloDuc Profile (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=profile;u=667;sa=statPanel)
problem is you need other things to occupy your time [cheeky]
Quote from: Tommy on January 07, 2009, 07:57:33 AM
problem is you need other things to occupy your time [cheeky]
get you bum off the computer and go work on the bike, there is always something that needs to be done!
Quote from: LYDBLQ on January 07, 2009, 08:00:27 AM
get you bum off the computer and go work on the bike, there is always something that needs to be done!
Quote from: LYDBLQ on January 07, 2009, 08:01:49 AM
Will, would you expect anything less from a guy who has BIG LOUD QUACk in his title??
I just had total déjà vu from your last two posts :o I'm not kidding!! It is kinda freakin' me out!!
Must be the coffee and pickles I had for breakfast [laugh]
yeah, take my chain lube and my rear stand and do some maintenance....
Quote from: Tommy on January 07, 2009, 08:06:49 AM
yeah, take my chain lube and my rear stand and do some maintenance....
I will do NOTHING with either your
chain lube nor your
rear stand
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 07:54:16 AM
This seems odd. This guy has 1975 posts in 8h 54 min of board time? And only 2 pages of posts show up? Methinks there is a problem here.
SloDuc Profile (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=profile;u=667;sa=statPanel)
wait, you mean someone's cheating? On this forum?? nah...
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 07, 2009, 08:08:24 AM
wait, you mean someone's cheating? On this forum?? nah...
[laugh] [popcorn]
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 07, 2009, 08:08:24 AM
wait, you mean someone's cheating? On this forum?? nah...
That isn't cheating. Someone with admin powers had to change it.
And there is no such thing as cheating. There is only using your resources wisely ;D
Hitting refresh on the iPhone every 15 minutes isn't very sporting either. Nor is just looking at one thread every 15 minutes [laugh]
I'm just sayin' [evil]
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 08:13:25 AM
Hitting refresh on the iPhone every 15 minutes isn't very sporting either. Nor is just looking at one thread every 15 minutes [laugh]
I'm just sayin' [evil]
them there's fightin words MR!
Quote from: Tommy on January 07, 2009, 08:15:17 AM
them there's fightin words MR!
Should I delete the post? The thread? Perhaps my account [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
And [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] for good measure [evil]
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 07, 2009, 08:08:24 AM
wait, you mean someone's cheating? On this forum?? nah...
[popcorn] [popcorn] + [popcorn] + [roll] [roll] [roll]
We will not tolerate odd-number eye-rolling on this forum!!!!!!!!!!
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 07, 2009, 08:21:28 AM
[popcorn] [popcorn] + [popcorn] + [roll] [roll] [roll]
Stay out of this Cheater!!! >:( >:( >:(
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 07, 2009, 08:23:10 AM
We will not tolerate odd-number eye-rolling on this forum!!!!!!!!!!
Doh!
Quote from: Slur L'Burr on January 07, 2009, 08:23:10 AM
We will not tolerate odd-number eye-rolling on this forum!!!!!!!!!!
[roll] ;D
hell, most people cant tolerate me [cheeky]
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 08:05:38 AM
I just had total déjà vu from your last two posts :o I'm not kidding!! It is kinda freakin' me out!!
Must be the coffee and pickles I had for breakfast [laugh]
Why, what memory did you have??
Quote from: Tommy on January 07, 2009, 08:26:58 AM
[roll] ;D
hell, most people cant tolerate me [cheeky]
I wonder WHY!!! [evil]
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 08:23:43 AM
Stay out of this Cheater!!! >:( >:( >:(
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 08:13:25 AM
And there is no such thing as cheating. There is only using your resources wisely ;D
[thumbsup]
Quote from: LYDBLQ on January 07, 2009, 08:28:08 AM
Why, what memory did you have??
I vividly remember reading those exact two posts before, and in the same order. I can almost remember what happened next, but that is where it gets IZ_.
I know that it is all BS, and that it is some stupid neurological phenomenon, but it was really weird.
I still blame the pickles and coffee [laugh]
Quote from: BellaDiva on January 07, 2009, 09:45:09 AM
Extremely bland
Feeling bad
Sick Dog :'(
Hehehehe ...... I thought I was on the two word thread! [clap]
Wow. Special [evil]
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 08:31:31 AM
I vividly remember reading those exact two posts before, and in the same order. I can almost remember what happened next, but that is where it gets IZ_.
I know that it is all BS, and that it is some stupid neurological phenomenon, but it was really weird.
I still blame the pickles and coffee [laugh]
I'd blame admin powers.
Cranky...
Quote from: Tommy on January 07, 2009, 07:41:20 PM
oh, and FU Dan, WTF do you mean I cant ride #2??????????????? Eh?
:o :o :o
Brokeback fan?
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 07:43:11 PM
:o :o :o
Brokeback fan?
catie is like a neutered dog.......she just dont get it
Quote from: Cher on January 07, 2009, 05:29:32 AM
Moi? Threadjack? [evil] Guess it was the thread title that threw me off.
again,... [roll] [roll] [roll] ...wrong choice of woids. I think I'll start eating them after today [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll] [roll]...
You no threadjacker, RED humor again didn't come out the right way. No acusation intended mearly a suggestion in the wrong way to post your passion for HD's in a thread where everyone else is in the same frame of mind and certainly not a reference of TJing. sorry.
Is that enough rolls SeeDeeCi
Ron White said it best...
Hit something hard. I don't want to limp away from this sonofapregnant dog.
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 08:08:01 AM
I will do NOTHING with either your chain lube nor your rear stand
fixed it. [thumbsup]
***
Quote from: Slag on January 07, 2009, 07:43:11 PM
:o :o :o
Brokeback fan?
Quote from: Tommy on January 07, 2009, 07:45:00 PM
catie is like a neutered dog.......she just dont get it
Just so I get the mental picture straight... Tommy's in the kitchen at the table and Zach's in the
garage "lounge de Slag" 15 ft. away? Isn't the whole point of internet communication to connect people that are
FAR apart?
Quote from: dallas2r on January 07, 2009, 08:26:24 PM
Just so I get the mental picture straight... Tommy's in the kitchen at the table and Zach's in the garage "lounge de Slag" 15 ft. away? Isn't the whole point of internet communication to connect people that are FAR apart?
Zach and I are both at the kitchen table on seperate laptops...... no we arent on each others laps....(not that there is anything wrong with that) just sayin..... all is well in the land of Gore..... man I'm glad he is an inventor!
I think that Catie is getting cranky too. Looks like she is off to bed >:(
My fortune cookie...
People in your life will be more cooperative than usual...in bed.
Quote from: Slag on January 08, 2009, 06:39:39 PM
My fortune cookie...
People in your life will be more cooperative than usual...in bed.
lucky man [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on January 08, 2009, 06:39:39 PM
My fortune cookie...
People in your life will be more cooperative than usual...in bed.
So, since it is in writing, does that mean Tommy is legally bound by this fortune?
Quote from: BarneePhife on January 08, 2009, 07:09:52 PM
So, since it is in writing, does that mean Tommy is legally bound by this fortune?
He does have a comfy bed [evil]
Quote from: Slag on January 08, 2009, 07:11:47 PM
He does have a comfy bed [evil]
Pics or it never happened...
(and don't deny it - we
know it happened)
Quote from: BarneePhife on January 08, 2009, 07:16:08 PM
Pics or it never happened...
(and don't deny it - we know it happened)
(http://www.laserworksengraving.com/images/uploads/pitcher5260.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on January 08, 2009, 07:18:07 PM
(http://www.laserworksengraving.com/images/uploads/pitcher5260.jpg)
Hubba - hubba... so this was
before you filled the pitcher? Or after one of you drank the contents? [evil]
Quote from: BarneePhife on January 08, 2009, 07:21:14 PM
Hubba - hubba... so this was before you filled the pitcher? Or after one of you drank the contents? [evil]
Wow. That is the most horrible thing that I have ever seen you post [puke] [laugh]
Quote from: Slag on January 08, 2009, 07:23:59 PM
Wow. That is the most horrible thing that I have ever seen you post [puke] [laugh]
You have a
dirty mind.
Quote from: Slag on January 08, 2009, 06:39:39 PM
My fortune cookie...
People in your life will be more cooperative than usual...in bed.
haha... that's how I read my fortune cookies [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on January 08, 2009, 07:18:07 PM
(http://www.laserworksengraving.com/images/uploads/pitcher5260.jpg)
(http://library.thinkquest.org/C0111183/media/catcher.jpg)
At least someone caught it...
Shit's just going cheap these days.....
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/976842121.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/976842121.html)
it is a good price
Quote from: Tommy on January 09, 2009, 08:16:57 AM
Shit's just going cheap these days.....
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/976842121.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/976842121.html)
it is a good price
Yeah, it is... I'm thinking it could be a track bike for me
Great price, great bike [thumbsup]
Quote from: bryant8 on January 09, 2009, 09:38:49 AM
Yeah, it is... I'm thinking it could be a track bike for me
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 09, 2009, 10:04:47 AM
Great price, great bike [thumbsup]
My guess is she will take less
Well Mindy and I are in WV for the weekend looking for a house. Hopefully all goes well.
Quote from: LYDBLQ on January 10, 2009, 04:27:32 AM
Well Mindy and I are in WV for the weekend looking for a house. Hopefully all goes well.
Little do your unsuspecting new "neighbors to be" know the onslaught of sound they're about to receive. [evil] [thumbsup]
Quote from: LYDBLQ on January 10, 2009, 04:27:32 AM
Well Mindy and I are in WV for the weekend looking for a house. Hopefully all goes well.
where at in WV?
High of 49 today, with a 30 mph wind accompaniment . Tomorrow will be 60, sunny, and light winds.
Riding tomorrow sounds much better [thumbsup]
Quote from: Slag on January 10, 2009, 06:09:19 AM
High of 49 today, with a 30 mph wind accompaniment . Tomorrow will be 60, sunny, and light winds.
Riding tomorrow sounds much better [thumbsup]
oh bullshit.....get out and ride! be there at lunch today
Quote from: Slag on January 10, 2009, 06:09:19 AM
High of 49 today, with a 30 mph wind accompaniment . Tomorrow will be 60, sunny, and light winds.
Riding tomorrow sounds much better [thumbsup]
Work today, ride tomorrow (Sunday) for sure.
Quote from: TresGatos on January 10, 2009, 08:19:28 AM
Work today, ride tomorrow (Sunday) for sure.
Will talk with Tommy around lunch. He wants to do a real ride tomorrow. CJ is a maybe. Aerogeek and I are both in. Any route preference?
ThelmaLou and Phifee, what say you? Anyone else?
Quote from: dallas2r on January 10, 2009, 05:48:45 AM
Little do your unsuspecting new "neighbors to be" know the onslaught of sound they're about to receive. [evil] [thumbsup]
Little do they know!!
Plus I am getting a 98 900 monster. Can you say track bike. Oh and yes I have been on the lookout for a set of D&D's for that one also. [thumbsup] I will be getting it soon!! I will post some pics. The guy I am getting it from bought it new in 98 and has had it ever since. It only has a little over 4000 miles on it. Can't wait!! Plus there is a track within an hour.
Quote from: Tommy on January 10, 2009, 05:57:01 AM
where at in WV?
Martinsburg. it is as far east up in the tail. I am 80 miles NW of DC and 90 miles west of Baltimore.
Quote from: Slag on January 10, 2009, 08:23:09 AM
Will talk with Tommy around lunch. He wants to do a real ride tomorrow. CJ is a maybe. Aerogeek and I are both in. Any route preference?
ThelmaLou and Phifee, what say you? Anyone else?
I think we're up for a ride on Sunday. Saw muskrat today who also showed interest in a Sunday ride - but I think they wanted to stay a little closer to their stomping grounds.
Around lunch, says Tommy? Good call....
(http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk311/barneephife/misc/011109.jpg)
I think we can make it to their stomping grounds in bout 30 min..... what say you ;D
TOO MUCH LURKING, NOT ENOUGH POSTING.......
Quote from: Tommy on January 10, 2009, 09:45:22 PM
TOO MUCH LURKING, NOT ENOUGH POSTING.......
Agreed [thumbsup]
We can see you...
Quote from: Tommy on January 10, 2009, 09:45:22 PM
TOO MUCH LURKING, NOT ENOUGH POSTING.......
Some people have aspirations, you know. Don't hate.
(http://tv.winelibrary.com/wp-content/themes/wltvtheme/images/schwag/lurker-front.jpg)
Quote from: BarneePhife on January 10, 2009, 09:54:33 PM
Some people have aspirations, you know. Don't hate.
(http://tv.winelibrary.com/wp-content/themes/wltvtheme/images/schwag/lurker-front.jpg)
LIVE THE DREAM...
(http://www.esquire.com/cm/esquire/images/rogaine-080508-lg-73574248.jpg)
Quote from: Slag on January 10, 2009, 09:58:26 PM
LIVE THE DREAM...
(http://www.esquire.com/cm/esquire/images/rogaine-080508-lg-73574248.jpg)
(http://catie.smugmug.com/photos/393409773_bh2nu-M.jpg)
just get a wig!
OK first where does one get one?
second, the hell with second [cheeky]
Luckily I started the treatment before the point of no return. After looking at that pic I apologise for posting the rogaine box. Clearly it will not work for you.
But the Jiffy works like a charm, charms. Twinkle twinkle ;D
Post 2000
Quote from: Slag on January 10, 2009, 10:10:56 PM
Luckily I started the treatment before the point of no return. After looking at that pic I apologise for posting the rogaine box. Clearly it will not work for you.
Some
psychos people go to great lengths for this look...
(http://hair-loss-is-awesome.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/12/britney-spears-bald.jpg)
(http://www.qppoa.com/cgi-script/csBlog/images/231.jpg)
(http://farm1.static.flickr.com/134/393498472_b6b341e97d.jpg)
With that, goodnight boys and girls, sleep tight ;D
Fun ride manana for all riders, I'll run sweeps or whatever to help make it work for all! :) [moto]
Quote from: TresGatos on January 10, 2009, 10:51:02 PM
With that, goodnight boys and girls, sleep tight ;D
Fun ride manana for all riders, I'll run sweeps or whatever to help make it work for all! :) [moto]
See ya in 10 hours [moto]
Good Morning, Hooligans ;D
[coffee] Good morning to you too DLS going [moto] today?
Quote from: Tommy on January 11, 2009, 07:17:56 AM
[coffee] Good morning to you too DLS going [moto] today?
Prolly ride around these parts a little later...
Is ur new ride streetable?
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 11, 2009, 07:49:53 AM
Prolly ride around these parts a little later...
Is ur new ride streetable?
Define streetable...
It has headlights and a plate [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on January 10, 2009, 09:45:22 PM
TOO MUCH LURKING, NOT ENOUGH POSTING.......
Quote from: Slag on January 10, 2009, 09:51:31 PM
Agreed [thumbsup]
We can see you...
That gives me the creeps. I'm a pretty private person and don't like the thought that other people are watching my activities. :-\
Can you see me?
Quote from: muskrat on January 11, 2009, 02:19:50 PM
Can you see me?
Yes and I wish you'd put some clothes on! [laugh]
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=who (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?action=who)
Quote from: muskrat on January 11, 2009, 02:19:50 PM
Can you see me?
yes, but you'll have to make an appointment ;D
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 11, 2009, 03:21:44 PM
yes, but you'll have to make an appointment ;D
I'm coming over to start on the indoor/outdoor track. should be there about midnight. [laugh]
Dax,
Had a chance to fit the Napolean mirrors on the future Mrs.'s bike? It takes a bit of fiddling to get them adjusted where you (she in this case...) finds them useable. Hopefully the tip on tapering the rubber grommet helps some too.
Old fart
Quote from: fastwin on January 11, 2009, 07:18:23 PM
Dax,
Had a chance to fit the Napolean mirrors on the future Mrs.'s bike? It takes a bit of fiddling to get them adjusted where you (she in this case...) finds them useable. Hopefully the tip on tapering the rubber grommet helps some too.
Old fart
indeed, she loves them so thanks again. sorry I haven't sent anything but we haven't stopped riding all weekend long, well to be honest as of Friday ;D Although I switched the rubber grommet from her sliders because after shaving off the ones that came with the mirrors I lost my patience. Now I want some but may be leaning to the Rizoma's. Again, thanks. [thumbsup]
It's looking like a nice day for it [thumbsup]
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 12, 2009, 06:00:01 AM
It's looking like a nice day for it [thumbsup]
damn man.....I need to work, quit.
Quote from: muskrat on January 12, 2009, 08:39:31 AM
damn man.....I need to work, quit.
Work has actually reared its ugly head :P
Gotta pick up a dead computer at the shop, expecting the new one today, then spend the rest of the day at the client's...
I got this in an email
Near Swenson , Texas .............
Look at what James Snipe hit with his car on county road 328 north of Swenson Texas in Stonewall County . The lion was still alive but unable to move, so our neighbor called animal control and they came and put him down. A land owner had seen this one a week before dragging off a 320 lb steer. Our neighbor is an amateur taxidermist and he's going to stuff him. This one weighed 260 lbs. while most mature males mountain lions weigh 80 to 150 lbs. We had no idea they still roamed around here!
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/350929583.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/350929590.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/350929591.jpg)
Wow, I saw one in NM in '75, but it was no where near that big.
Kinda sad...
Quote from: Tommy on January 12, 2009, 08:55:32 AM
I got this in an email
Near Swenson , Texas .............
Look at what James Snipe hit with his car on county road 328 north of Swenson Texas in Stonewall County . The lion was still alive but unable to move, so our neighbor called animal control and they came and put him down. A land owner had seen this one a week before dragging off a 320 lb steer. Our neighbor is an amateur taxidermist and he's going to stuff him. This one weighed 260 lbs. while most mature males mountain lions weigh 80 to 150 lbs. We had no idea they still roamed around here!
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/350929583.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/350929590.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20356266/350929591.jpg)
http://www.snopes.com/photos/animals/mountainlion2007.asp (http://www.snopes.com/photos/animals/mountainlion2007.asp)
Quote from: Tommy on January 12, 2009, 09:08:24 AM
cheer up!.
I might feel better if you came over so I can kick your @$$ in Rock Band ;D
(http://www.joystiq.com/media/2008/01/oh-snap-chart-.jpg)
Quote from: JBubble on January 12, 2009, 09:09:20 AM
http://www.snopes.com/photos/animals/mountainlion2007.asp (http://www.snopes.com/photos/animals/mountainlion2007.asp)
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y11/drloomis3/Cat-YouJustGotServed.jpg)
Quote from: JBubble on January 12, 2009, 09:09:20 AM
http://www.snopes.com/photos/animals/mountainlion2007.asp (http://www.snopes.com/photos/animals/mountainlion2007.asp)
I had a feeling we were being watched... :P
Quote from: Slag on January 12, 2009, 09:17:29 AM
(http://www.joystiq.com/media/2008/01/oh-snap-chart-.jpg)
~~~edit~~~
[roll]
lol....daily dose of humor: http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/990073019.html
i can't think of a better way to spend $500 than on stock exhast from a 695.... [roll]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 12, 2009, 12:29:59 PM...i can't think of a better way to spend $500 than on stock exhast from a 695.... [roll]
Oooh! The charcoal cannister is included in that deal too!!! [thumbsup]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 12, 2009, 12:29:59 PM
lol....daily dose of humor: http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/990073019.html
I'm thinking scam....
;D
So... Anyone lining up for a Streetfighter?
Quote from: TresGatos on January 12, 2009, 06:13:47 PM
Watching Jack Bauer save the USA
You better not post any spoilers without a warning ;D I wait until the season is over and buy it on DVD.
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 12, 2009, 03:28:27 PM
So... Anyone lining up for a Streetfighter?
to drool on it - maybe ;)
Quote from: ThelmaLou on January 12, 2009, 06:26:33 PM
to drool on it - maybe ;)
you should sell your M600 to me and buy a bigger bike [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on January 12, 2009, 06:27:58 PM
you should sell your M600 to me and buy a bigger bike [thumbsup]
thats an idea :D
Quote from: Tommy on January 12, 2009, 06:27:58 PM
you should sell your M600 to me and buy a bigger bike [thumbsup]
Quote from: ThelmaLou on January 12, 2009, 06:29:12 PM
thats an idea :D
Quote from: ThelmaLou on January 12, 2009, 06:26:33 PM
to drool on it - maybe ;)
Quote from: BarneePhife on January 12, 2009, 07:31:26 PM
+1
(http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A9G_bDqRCmxJKNkATtCjzbkF/SIG=11p7bpenl/EXP=1231903761/**http%3A//sonic.net/aw/pics/oh_snap3.gif)
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 12, 2009, 03:28:27 PM
So... Anyone lining up for a Streetfighter?
Ummm... anyone on the fence? Have a look at these...
(http://www.pnwfx.net/photos/434863483_TUGDC-M.jpg)
(http://www.pnwfx.net/photos/434862814_ggdeS-M.jpg)
(http://www.pnwfx.net/photos/434863778_haJQL-M.jpg)
more here...
http://www.pnwfx.net/gallery/6804125_vSPN9 (http://www.pnwfx.net/gallery/6804125_vSPN9)
those plastic reservoirs are ridiculous..........all that money and they cheapen the thing with that. otherwise I'm leaning in further and further but damn these designers forget the simplest things sometimes.
is that some kind of air intake on the oil cooler?
call me debbie downer if you want...but i'd take an s4rs any day over the streetfighter; i wouldn't need to think twice about it. i guess the fighter is "radical", but it just seems like maybe they went a bit far with the radical stick. i mean, there's already the funny looking kid of the group, that you kind of grow to love with time (i'm looking at you, hypermotard). maybe there's some kind of headlight conversion kit for the 'fighter to retrofit an old circle monster headlight. it just looks like chuck norris punched it square in the face, and it's shoved back a good four inches from where it should be. well, that, and it looks like the frickin borg designed it. the 'fighter might put out more power and be more advanced than, say, my s4r, but aesthetically there's no comparison for me. older monsters are pure tits.
Quote from: muskrat on January 12, 2009, 08:41:29 PM
those plastic reservoirs are ridiculous..........all that money and they cheapen the thing with that. otherwise I'm leaning in further and further but damn these designers forget the simplest things sometimes.
They just had a surplus of 749/999 pee cups in the inventory [evil]
I think the attitude of the machine (and of the bystanders) will improve when we can see, hear, and feel it for real. It's not a bad thing either for the company to build machines which don't need to apologize for their performance.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 12, 2009, 08:45:19 PM
call me debbie downer if you want...but i'd take an s4rs any day over the streetfighter; i wouldn't need to think twice about it. i guess the fighter is "radical", but it just seems like maybe they went a bit far with the radical stick. i mean, there's already the funny looking kid of the group, that you kind of grow to love with time (i'm looking at you, hypermotard). maybe there's some kind of headlight conversion kit for the 'fighter to retrofit an old circle monster headlight. it just looks like chuck norris punched it square in the face, and it's shoved back a good four inches from where it should be. well, that, and it looks like the frickin borg designed it. the 'fighter might put out more power and be more advanced than, say, my s4r, but aesthetically there's no comparison for me. older monsters are pure tits.
I'm with you, the old Monsters are still King. Now, if I can get my hands on the Tri Colore
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 12, 2009, 08:45:19 PM
call me debbie downer if you want...but i'd take an s4rs any day over the streetfighter; i wouldn't need to think twice about it. i guess the fighter is "radical", but it just seems like maybe they went a bit far with the radical stick. i mean, there's already the funny looking kid of the group, that you kind of grow to love with time (i'm looking at you, hypermotard). maybe there's some kind of headlight conversion kit for the 'fighter to retrofit an old circle monster headlight. it just looks like chuck norris punched it square in the face, and it's shoved back a good four inches from where it should be. well, that, and it looks like the frickin borg designed it. the 'fighter might put out more power and be more advanced than, say, my s4r, but aesthetically there's no comparison for me. older monsters are pure tits.
+1
pure tits
Can't wait to see one (or two) in person
Quote from: Ronr on January 12, 2009, 09:26:50 PM
Can't wait to see one (or two) in person
proper CC's are important
I'm a big fan of the headlights. The high beams are really powerful, I'm told.
they assist in navigating [evil]
It's the diameter of the header that caught my eyes... drew 'em there just like a magnet, first thing.
No, seriously (sort of [evil] ), check this out:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/434865057_YspFg-L-1.jpg)
Scha-weeet-ness! I've seen four cylinder cars with smaller headers than that :o
This is the first chance I've had to really study this bike and I like it. A lot. I like the beefier "old-style" trellis frame combined with the MV Agusta-ish design cues from the current line of Monsters and HyperMotards. I like the weird, vented bits and magnesium-look details on the engine. The tail is kind of derivative - too much like an anonymous sport bike for me - but the seat looks comfortable, and the "character" creases in the tank and other add-ons around there work together well.
Could this Duc actually have a range greater than 110 miles?!? [laugh]
I don't mind the reservoirs; could be horrible in person though. The SBK reservoirs are REALLY white...The only thing I CAN NOT STAND is that gigantic wart-like ridiculousness around the lower radiator - WTF :o Someone please, please, please, tell me that shroud just unbolts...
Oh well, I might have to look into this. It's a very cool bike 8)
620 anyone? Just driven by a lil' o'l granny-lady to church on Sundays...
[evil]
yeah the reservoirs seem odd to me...though i do like the pee cup/pill bottle style on old monsters...they seem to make sense. they're cheap to replace should you need to, easy to read, easy to pop the cap off for bleeding, and seem like they would bend easily out of the way in the event of an accident. my m750 had the metal "coffin" style reseviors, and when i went down last year, the asphalt actually ground through the metal, because the coffin isn't designed to move out of the way. i was lucky and just had a slow clutch fluid leak on my way back to dallas (in 4th gear...yay).
also, weirdly enough i kind of like that crazy bellypan....but i've always been partial to belly pans of almost any kind on monsters. they always seem to add to the "streetfighter" look.
Belly Pans [thumbsup]
(http://bitsandpieces.us/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/imageshot-20and-20horny.gif)
I like the clutch cover. Is that new? I could see one of those on a 999 with maybe the bottom two panels cut out for airflow while still providing good clutch protection.
Quote from: Cher on January 13, 2009, 05:04:59 AM
620 anyone? Just driven by a lil' o'l granny-lady to church on Sundays...
Now I have heard of people thinking DLS was a woman, but lil old lady?
Seriously though..... Price on the 620??!??!
I might know a couple of people interested.
Quote from: Tommy on January 13, 2009, 07:27:53 AM
Now I have heard of people thinking DLS was a woman, but lil old lady?
Seriously though..... Price on the 620??!??!
I might know a couple of people interested.
Well.... I'm not exactly sure yet. I know Malyn was interested in the bike as well...
I need to do some more thinkin' before I set a price. Once I do, I'll post it here first.
This spring-fever new bike business has got to stop [bang]
Pullin' ahead [thumbsup]
that's a damn fine 620...damn fine.
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 13, 2009, 12:15:10 PM
Pullin' ahead [thumbsup]
I forgot to check for crowning...
Where'd RED's Chili party thread go? I was about to put this on the calendar and can't find it. Is this still on?
Quote from: dallas2r on January 13, 2009, 02:44:26 PM
Where'd RED's Chili party thread go? I was about to put this on the calendar and can't find it. Is this still on?
Yep, he moved it somewhere. Searching now...
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15471.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15471.0)
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 13, 2009, 02:49:06 PM
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15471.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15471.0)
I'll bounce between Red's & Slag's.... Can't discriminate ;D
Besides, Steph's OOT that weekend [evil]
Nicky's intro to the factory GP team
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2008/Stoner+and+Hayden+in+place+as+Wrooom+event+kicks+off (http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2008/Stoner+and+Hayden+in+place+as+Wrooom+event+kicks+off)
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2008/Hayden+I+know+what+a+huge+opportunity+I+ve+been+given
http://www.motogp.com/en/videos/2008/Nicky+Hayden+at+the+2009+Wrooom+Ducati+Marlboro+presentation (http://www.motogp.com/en/videos/2008/Nicky+Hayden+at+the+2009+Wrooom+Ducati+Marlboro+presentation)
Quote from: bryant8 on January 13, 2009, 04:56:20 PM
Nicky's intro to the factory GP team
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2008/Stoner+and+Hayden+in+place+as+Wrooom+event+kicks+off (http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2008/Stoner+and+Hayden+in+place+as+Wrooom+event+kicks+off)
http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2008/Hayden+I+know+what+a+huge+opportunity+I+ve+been+given (http://www.motogp.com/en/news/2008/Hayden+I+know+what+a+huge+opportunity+I+ve+been+given)
http://www.motogp.com/en/videos/2008/Nicky+Hayden+at+the+2009+Wrooom+Ducati+Marlboro+presentation (http://www.motogp.com/en/videos/2008/Nicky+Hayden+at+the+2009+Wrooom+Ducati+Marlboro+presentation)
Interesting read. Thanks for the link B.
cdc
Quote from: cdc on January 14, 2009, 12:35:15 AM
Interesting read. Thanks for the link B.
cdc
I think the 2009 GP bike is supposed to be unveiled today. Wasn't it going to have a carbon fiber frame?
Quote from: Ronr on January 14, 2009, 01:03:03 AM
I think the 2009 GP bike is supposed to be unveiled today. Wasn't it going to have a carbon fiber frame?
Yes on the carbon fiber frame. there was a picture of the bike with a CF frame awhile back.
cdc
Quote from: Ronr on January 14, 2009, 01:03:03 AM
I think the 2009 GP bike is supposed to be unveiled today. Wasn't it going to have a carbon fiber frame?
Very cool.... Looking forward to race season [thumbsup]
Quote from: RRub L'Ruls on January 14, 2009, 07:49:23 AM
Very cool.... Looking forward to race season [thumbsup]
me too, but not as much as track season [thumbsup]
1098s might be sold soon.....
Sell that thing Tommy! Make room for an Aprilla [thumbsup]
:'( :'( :'( 1098s sold
deposit made :'( :'( :'(
Hey congrats on the sale... There's a PS1000 out in Tyler still
Quote from: Tommy on January 14, 2009, 08:58:43 AM
:'( :'( :'( 1098s sold
deposit made :'( :'( :'(
that PS is still there. I'll go with ya.......come on........lets go.........and then we can swing by SA to get mine.....lets go
Quote from: muskrat on January 14, 2009, 09:14:04 AM
that PS is still there. I'll go with ya.......come on........lets go.........and then we can swing by SA to get mine.....lets go
you guys are making it really hard on me.....
I will pay off a major debt first...... then, I will sell the R1........then I will buy a PS and have that and the R6 [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on January 14, 2009, 09:15:47 AM
you guys are making it really hard on me.....
I will pay off a major debt first...... then, I will sell the R1........then I will buy a PS and have that and the R6 [thumbsup]
logical choice but when it comes to moto there is never much patience when you just "gotta have"
Quote from: Tommy on January 14, 2009, 08:58:43 AM
:'( :'( :'( 1098s sold
deposit made :'( :'( :'(
:( :-[ :-\ :'( [thumbsup] [drink] [beer] [bacon]
I believe I have expressed that 5 times over in the last year and a half, just on Ducati's.......
2006 Sport Classic 1000
2001 Monster M600
2005 Monster S4R
2006 PS1000LE
2007 1098s
non ducs
2006 R6
2001 R1
Bikes I never exhausted patience with in the last 1.5 years
ok we'll wait to help when you're ready. :'(
Quote from: Tommy on January 14, 2009, 09:21:12 AM
I believe I have expressed that 5 times over in the last year and a half, just on Ducati's.......
2006 Sport Classic 1000
2001 Monster M600
2005 Monster S4R
2006 PS1000LE
2007 1098s
non ducs
2006 R6
2001 R1
Bikes I never exhausted patience with in the last 1.5 years
Did someone say "intervention"? ;)
Quote from: TresGatos on January 14, 2009, 09:57:34 AM
Did someone say "intervention"? ;)
haha!! [laugh] [clap] [laugh]
that actually was pretty funny [bacon]
(http://www.uncrate.com/men/images/2009/01/warbeast-wireless-guitar-2.jpg)
http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/gaming/warbeast-wireless-ps3-guitar/ (http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/gaming/warbeast-wireless-ps3-guitar/)
Choices, choices: modding the bike or more GH equipment....
Ahh, now this was the greatest gift evah:
(http://www.uncrate.com/men/images/2008/12/atari-2600-2.jpg)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 15, 2009, 09:41:16 AM
Choices, choices: modding the bike or more GH equipment....
I wonder if folks on the GH forums have the same conundrum? Probly not.
;D "Farewell To Bush" bikini wax is now on sale ! Gitmo was oversupplied - it hurts too much to use as a hair remover but I hear it makes great chain wax !! [laugh] [moto] [laugh]
This is not politics - it is a joke - please keep that in mind before flaming me crispy !! [bacon]
Quote from: Cyclone on January 15, 2009, 11:14:10 AM
;D "Farewell To Bush" bikini wax is now on sale ! Gitmo was oversupplied - it hurts too much to use as a hair remover but I hear it makes great chain wax !! [laugh] [moto] [laugh]
This is not politics - it is a joke - please keep that in mind before flaming me crispy !! [bacon]
10 ft. pole ;)
Just read the Motopia contract. Appears that there is not a provision for membership cancellation within the 12 month contract (unless you die or they go out of business!) Once you sign the contract you are responsible for a grand total of $1300 for the full membership. If you want to cancel your membership at the end of the 1st year, you are required to give written notice at least 30 days prior to the end of the first contract.
I just gave them a call to verify all of this. I am expecting an email from them any time.
Quote from: Slag on January 15, 2009, 12:22:52 PM
Just read the Motopia contract. Appears that there is not a provision for membership cancellation within the 12 month contract (unless you die or they go out of business!) Once you sign the contract you are responsible for a grand total of $1300 for the full membership. If you want to cancel your membership at the end of the 1st year, you are required to give written notice at least 30 days prior to the end of the first contract.
I just gave them a call to verify all of this. I am expecting an email from them any time.
damn that's mean. think of it this way, it's half a Termi system.
the way I see it, if everyone donates their old couches and tables to Metcalf to keep in his warehome and pitch in for the race channel we have enough room for all to enjoy the races. 8) 8)
Quote from: Cyclone on January 15, 2009, 11:14:10 AM
;D "Farewell To Bush" bikini wax is now on sale ! Gitmo was oversupplied - it hurts too much to use as a hair remover but I hear it makes great chain wax !! [laugh] [moto] [laugh]
This is not politics - it is a joke - please keep that in mind before flaming me crispy !! [bacon]
Careful there, torture is illegal. Even if it serves a noble purpose.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 16, 2009, 12:53:03 PM
Looks like fun [thumbsup] [moto]
It really does look like you are taking a pounding in that avatar of yours...
Quote from: Slag on January 16, 2009, 12:55:34 PM
It really does look like you are taking a pounding in that avatar of yours...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3126/3201536423_d6678bd871.jpg?v=0)
AGAIN Love the Avatar. RBR!
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3473/3197807073_07a0ebc4f3_o.jpg)
Red, that was perfect!! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Brevity is the soul of wit
The Washington Post has published the winning submissions to its yearly contest in which readers are asked to supply alternate meanings for common words. One of the winning entrants:
Willy-nilly, adj. Impotent.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 16, 2009, 01:04:56 PM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3126/3201536423_d6678bd871.jpg?v=0)
Our resident moyle, tresgatos, has a proposition for you...
Quote from: TresGatos on January 16, 2009, 12:35:19 PM
FYI - a moyl performs circumcisions ;)
Just like a moyle to cut the end off...
Quote from: TresGatos on January 16, 2009, 12:35:19 PM
FYI - a moyl performs circumcisions ;)
Yes, I know--thanks to Seinfeld. [thumbsup]
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3363/3202770146_f201718901_m.jpg)
fixed it for 'ya [thumbsup]
cdc
So in the picture, that's a high-banked turn with boards as "pavement." Where is that; old Monza circuit or maybe Indy?
Inquiring minds want to know are bored [popcorn]
Our resident moyle, tresgatos, has a proposition for you...
[/quote]
I can make you a ring of gold, platinum, silver, or from a more personal material.
Rub it and it turns into a necklace, you can't beat it!
Engraving is not offered, but your local tatoo artist can help. ;D
Quote from: Cher on January 16, 2009, 04:46:13 PM
So in the picture, that's a high-banked turn with boards as "pavement." Where is that; old Monza circuit or maybe Indy?
Inquiring minds want to know are bored [popcorn]
Could have been anywhere in the US. LA had the first big board track but Daytona FL had one of the storied ones. Don't know that the Europeans raced motorcycles this way but they did bicycles in velodromes.
Since they raced cars on board tracks too, seems like a precursor to the NASCAR oval tracks.
cdc
Man, the to of those forks must have blinded a few.
Like Sammy Davis and the cone-shaped steering wheel post (may be a rumor).
there is a member on here named Lance Goodthrust.........
member [laugh]
And why are you interested in Lance Goodthrust's member?
Quote from: Cher on January 16, 2009, 04:46:13 PM
So in the picture, that's a high-banked turn with boards as "pavement." Where is that; old Monza circuit or maybe Indy?
Inquiring minds want to know are bored [popcorn]
The best I could come up with!...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Board_track_racing (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Board_track_racing)
My guess on that photo would be that it's at Indy since it was a HD moto. Looks all out of sorts though. Left foot is sticking forward, left hand on top. Street shoes! No Sidi's?? WTF!!
And now, for my #1098 post, I dedicate it to all the post whores on the DMF board who are selfish enough to indulge with abandon the art of Post Whoreing. Thanks to all my mentors, Slag, WillyNilly'L Blur, Tommy and of course the infamous CDC who is probably in counciling as we speak for post post whoreing syndrome. Thank you all for wasteing your valueable time here.
Posts: 1098R Troy Bayliss L.E.
so, anyone have any idea when GW is moving into his place off the tollway in dallas? preston hollow area, i believe... between royal and walnut hill...
i'll be making a note to mind my speed on tollway in the near future.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 20, 2009, 07:28:13 AM
so, anyone have any idea when GW is moving into his place off the tollway in dallas? preston hollow area, i believe... between royal and walnut hill...
i'll be making a note to mind my speed on tollway in the near future.
I wouldn't do that to often. The Secret Service is MEAN as hell...........trust me and don't ask how I know. BUT he will stay at his Ranch, from what I gather on the reports, most of the time so no chance of meeting him. I know you're dissappointed. :'(
Quote from: muskrat on January 20, 2009, 07:56:20 AM
The Secret Service is MEAN as hell...........trust me and don't ask how I know.
Should have kept the c notes off of the xerox [evil]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 20, 2009, 05:49:55 PM
Would join you but spent the day in Parker--need to recover....
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 20, 2009, 08:15:20 PM
uhhh....
guess i should ask, because i'm the dude out of the loop....what's parker?
I am more curious WHO Parker is [evil]
Quote from: Cranky Slag on January 20, 2009, 08:28:49 AM
Should have kept the c notes off of the xerox [evil]
[clap] [clap] [clap]
Quote from: Cranky Slag on January 20, 2009, 08:18:19 PM
I am more curious WHO Parker is [evil]
see...i wasn't going to go there...but you took care of it for me... :)
ala Sarah Conner... "a storm is coming." ;D
Quote from: RED on January 19, 2009, 02:38:04 PM
I dedicate it to all the post whores on the DMF
Apparently this term needs to go. Shall we now use
Posters of ill repute? ;D
Why would anyone ever want to put themselves in that category anyway? Is that something someone should be proud of? Isn't that specifically mentioned as a banned item in the board guidelines? With the results being a suspension or ban. Is it not funny that some members have professed to be rule abiding members of this board in their posts yet they are the ones who violate that board rule the most? Hmmmm... just saying. [evil] It is after all a say anything thread. :P The offenders won't be missed.
Quote from: fastwin on January 20, 2009, 08:31:09 PM
ala Sarah Conner... "a storm is coming." ;D
Quote from: fastwin on January 20, 2009, 09:21:33 PM
Why would anyone ever want to put themselves in that category anyway? Is that something someone should be proud of? Isn't that specifically mentioned as a banned item in the board guidelines? With the results being a suspension or ban. Is it not funny that some members have professed to be rule abiding members of this board in their posts yet they are the ones who violate that board rule the most? Hmmmm... just saying. [evil] It is after all a say anything thread. :P The offenders won't be missed.
Pretty easy to guess where you are going with this ???
Quote from: fastwin on January 20, 2009, 09:21:33 PM
The offenders won't be missed.
You may be surprised.
Quote from: fastwin on January 20, 2009, 09:21:33 PM
Why would anyone ever want to put themselves in that category anyway? Is that something someone should be proud of? Isn't that specifically mentioned as a banned item in the board guidelines? With the results being a suspension or ban. Is it not funny that some members have professed to be rule abiding members of this board in their posts yet they are the ones who violate that board rule the most? Hmmmm... just saying. [evil] It is after all a say anything thread. :P The offenders won't be missed.
Who are the offenders? Me? Am I going to be banned?
Wow, where did this come from? ???
Quote from: Cranky Slag on January 20, 2009, 09:53:45 PM
Pretty easy to guess where you are going with this ???
You may be surprised.
Umm, no. Probably not.
Quote from: TresGatos on January 20, 2009, 10:31:55 PM
Wow, where did this come from? ???
An uber secret email list.
[roll] hate to take away from the bickering about nothing...but has anyone seen this??
a 999 redone in carbon by befaster... price tag of about $185k
(http://www.speedzilla.com/forums/attachments/general-ducati-chat/16570d1216002372-befaster-ducati-999-327944.jpg)
http://www.visordown.com/motorcyclenews/view/first_look_befaster_carbon_ducati_999/6274.html (http://www.visordown.com/motorcyclenews/view/first_look_befaster_carbon_ducati_999/6274.html)
http://www.speedzilla.com/forums/general-ducati-chat/49288-befaster-ducati-999-a.html (http://www.speedzilla.com/forums/general-ducati-chat/49288-befaster-ducati-999-a.html)
http://www.befaster.de/home.html (http://www.befaster.de/home.html)
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 21, 2009, 06:11:12 AM
[roll] hate to take away from the bickering about nothing...but has anyone seen this??
a 999 redone in carbon by befaster... price tag of about $185k
(http://www.speedzilla.com/forums/attachments/general-ducati-chat/16570d1216002372-befaster-ducati-999-327944.jpg)
Hmm, looks like somebody's been in my garage. You can barely recognize the McCain Special.
Just noticed that my real name was never taken off of the Screen Name vs Real Name thread. I asked for that to be removed in several pm's. I do not like having it in a sticky at the top of the board. Please have it removed from the list (and all quoted lists too.)
Quote from: Cranky Slag on January 21, 2009, 06:44:52 AM
Just noticed that my real name was never taken off of the Screen Name vs Real Name thread. I asked for that to be removed in several pm's. I do not like having it in a sticky at the top of the board. Please have it removed from the list (and all quoted lists too.)
I cannot remove or ad any names on the thread at the top since that thread was never removed after Cher turned it over to me. If the Mod's That Be would do this I could take credit for not changing it then.
Peace and Love
RED
Yeah, got the PM. I can't modify it since it is no longer an active account. I've asked the mods to delete the posts that were mine.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 21, 2009, 10:09:47 AM
How much play in your chain?
At his age? Probably not much... [evil] [beer]
Now that's funny! [laugh] But then again that easily includes me too. :P
Gee, the board has been very peaceful and quiet lately. I guess it has worked. [drink]
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
huh, what?
thhhhbb
zzzzzzzzzzzzz
snorkkkk [cheeky]
Quote from: fastwin on January 20, 2009, 08:31:09 PM
ala Sarah Conner... "a storm is coming." ;D
Quote from: fastwin on January 21, 2009, 09:21:19 PM
Gee, the board has been very peaceful and quiet lately. I guess it has worked. [drink]
So that is what you want? You are trying to turn this place into a ghost town? Why? I do not get it ??? If that is the type of forum you want, then why not check out the Ohio board. There is ZERO posting going on there. Why try to destroy this board when that one is already prepared to you liking?
My views regarding the importance of the social content here are well known and I do not feel the need to rehash that here.
I honestly do not know what you and Cher want. I will say that I do not respect how you are going about it.
Quote from: fastwin on January 20, 2009, 09:21:33 PM
The offenders won't be missed.
The little game that you are playing to scare everyone away was not to blame for my lack of posting. It was this. Many of these so called offenders are people who consider you a friend. They also believe that you consider them a friend. Now they will not be missed? Damn man, you are really going overboard here. And to what end?
Quote from: Cher on January 21, 2009, 05:50:18 AM
Quote from: Cranky Slag on January 20, 2009, 09:53:45 PM
Pretty easy to guess where you are going with this ???
You may be surprised.
Umm, no. Probably not.
Are you saying that I do not understand where you are going with this, or that you do not think that anyone who is on your hit list will be missed? I hope for the former, but expect that you meant the latter.
*
I have a fantastic idea. This should make you jump for joy.
When you hit 500 posts within one year, your account is automatically deleted. You are done. Good bye and good riddance. No more post whores. No more Hero Members. No more epic threads. Just crickets and tumbleweeds. *The above was sarcasm. Just so you know.
I hate to pull the Rodney King card here, but "cant we all get along?" I understand both sides of the issue, and all I want to say is that I wish this forum would just go back to the way it was. Except, I do think we can cut out some of the locker room type posting. I also have to remember that my kids are looking over my shoulders sometimes wanting to know what has my attention, or what is going on with this awesome group of people that they see as best friends when we all meet up. I think that posting a pic of Valentino Rossi on the paddock with 2 umbrella girls is ok, but maybe I should have left the boobie emoticons off the forum. I'm sorry that I get a little carried away sometimes and don't think about all the people that will be reading this forum. I mean, if you think about it, there is no warning when you log in that this is not safe for work and children. I am one of the guilty who have posted things and went back and deleted them. It doesn't bother me to have to delete some posts. I only delete them because I come to the realization that I should have never posted it in the first place. I'm not asking anyone to post less, or post more, I'm just saying that as for me, I will think about some of my posts a little more carefully. I love everyone on this forum, I love riding with you all, I love meeting with you all, and I love hearing about was is going on in your minds...... That being said, lets ride! Sunday is a perfect chance for everyone to meet, greet, and ride!
Quote from: Cranky Slag on January 22, 2009, 04:35:23 AM
So that is what you want? You are trying to turn this place into a ghost town? Why? I do not get it ??? If that is the type of forum you want, then why not check out the Ohio board. There is ZERO posting going on there. Why try to destroy this board when that one is already prepared to you liking?
My views regarding the importance of the social content here are well known and I do not feel the need to rehash that here.
I honestly do not know what you and Cher want. I will say that I do not respect how you are going about it.
The little game that you are playing to scare everyone away was not to blame for my lack of posting. It was this. Many of these so called offenders are people who consider you a friend. They also believe that you consider them a friend. Now they will not be missed? Damn man, you are really going overboard here. And to what end?
Umm, no. Probably not.
Are you saying that I do not understand where you are going with this, or that you do not think that anyone who is on your hit list will be missed? I hope for the former, but expect that you meant the latter.
*I have a fantastic idea. This should make you jump for joy.
When you hit 500 posts within one year, your account is automatically deleted. You are done. Good bye and good riddance. No more post whores. No more Hero Members. No more epic threads. Just crickets and tumbleweeds.
*The above was sarcasm. Just so you know.
Slag, listen man, your a good person, I like you and all that but this combative, divisive crap has got to stop.
When we joined this forum, you, and me, and everyone else here, agreed to follow forum guidelines. It was pretty straight forward stuff, typical rules-of-the-road kind of things. Simple courtesy, respect for others, blah, blah.
Here's a copy: http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=107.0
Now I didn't write the stuff -
the people who own this forum did. It's their forum; we're allowed to come in and play as long as we don't trash the house.
By becoming a DMF member, we've agreed to post our observations/thoughts within the rules framework, yet you and an increasing number of people, have decided to consistently push the envelop, push as far as you can every single day until someone, very predictably, gets so pissed off with all the crap, miscellaneous Mods parachute in in full riot gear threatening suspensions and bans.
So don't even think about taking the high ground with me on this one Slag; you're on the losing side of the rules.
Lisa
Quote from: Tommy on January 22, 2009, 05:24:52 AM
I hate to pull the Rodney King card here, but "cant we all get along?" I understand both sides of the issue, and all I want to say is that I wish this forum would just go back to the way it was. Except, I do think we can cut out some of the locker room type posting. I also have to remember that my kids are looking over my shoulders sometimes wanting to know what has my attention, or what is going on with this awesome group of people that they see as best friends when we all meet up. I think that posting a pic of Valentino Rossi on the paddock with 2 umbrella girls is ok, but maybe I should have left the boobie emoticons off the forum. I'm sorry that I get a little carried away sometimes and don't think about all the people that will be reading this forum. I mean, if you think about it, there is no warning when you log in that this is not safe for work and children. I am one of the guilty who have posted things and went back and deleted them. It doesn't bother me to have to delete some posts. I only delete them because I come to the realization that I should have never posted it in the first place. I'm not asking anyone to post less, or post more, I'm just saying that as for me, I will think about some of my posts a little more carefully. I love everyone on this forum, I love riding with you all, I love meeting with you all, and I love hearing about was is going on in your minds...... That being said, lets ride! Sunday is a perfect chance for everyone to meet, greet, and ride!
Now that is an awesome post. Yes, you are my friends. And yes, really obnoxious behavior would not be missed. Lots of folks feel that way, like Zach I state my feelings, others don't. That's why I like and respect him. He has earned the right to bust my chops on the board and world wide web due to those feelings. We may irritate folks but he (and I) try to be open and honest. And yes I also don't want the board to be an old board ghost town. All I did was ask a rhetorical question that no one seems to be able to answer and yes, the founders/administrators are looking at "the problem with the DFWM board"... their words not mine. We are being watched due to the antics. And no it wasn't because of me! But they have PM'd me about it.
I am not trying to be an ignoramus... OK, maybe I am one but I try not to be. I am also not trying to be a total buzzkill. But look at the threads and posts with a honest open mind. Then think about the rules of the board. I'm not that big of a stickler for rules but damn. I won't go any further out of respect to this board. I'll just leave it. I'll end it with this, I really like you all very much, I care about you all very much, you are my friends and I really appreciate the fact that some of you even care for my sorry ass. I think Tommy may have posted the best thing ever on this board. I can't top his post and I wouldn't even try. Read this crap then reread his. I am sorry if I offended anyone.
:o Where is Ducati Vixen when you need her ? - nothing like someone getting on here and accusing everyone of being "posers" to bring everyone together !! [laugh] [cheeky]
Let's not find out how great it was when it's gone ! OK ? [bang] [moto]
[beer] [beer] [beer] [evil] [beer] [beer] [beer]
Quote from: Cher on January 22, 2009, 05:59:09 AM
Slag, listen man, your a good person, I like you and all that but this combative, divisive crap has got to stop.
Not trying to be combative, just expressing how I feel about the situation. I tend to speak up.
When we joined this forum, you, and me, and everyone else here, agreed to follow forum guidelines. It was pretty straight forward stuff, typical rules-of-the-road kind of things. Simple courtesy, respect for others, blah, blah.
Here's a copy: http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=107.0
Now I didn't write the stuff - the people who own this forum did. It's their forum; we're allowed to come in and play as long as we don't trash the house.
By becoming a DMF member, we've agreed to post our observations/thoughts within the rules framework, yet you and an increasing number of people, have decided to consistently push the envelop, push as far as you can every single day until someone, very predictably, gets so pissed off with all the crap, miscellaneous Mods parachute in in full riot gear threatening suspensions and bans.
I post the exact same way on the main board as I do here. I do not post threads with titles like "fuchingmake the beast with two backsitymake the beast with two backsmake the beast with two backsmake the beast with two backs" like they tend to do over there. I do not post NSFW images or videos, like they have in No Moto Content right now. The only time that I am aware of that mods "parachute in in full riot gear threatening suspensions and bans" was about POLITICS!!! Read my posts. I have done my best to stay away from posting political BS. That was my problem with L' Avatars last two deleted threads. We are not trying to push any envelope here. We are having a good time, that is it. You complained about posting the word boobies. Have you read any of the polls around here? Boobies is almost always the winning choice.
When a new member posted inappropriate pics in his first few days on the board, I was the first to contact him and warn him about it. Why did you not throw a fit when a pic was posted of a gentleman with a traffic cone in his ass? The only negative posted about that was from fastwin with a set of rolling eyes and a comment about 'where are mods when you need them.'
Here is a link to that post...
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9968.45 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=9968.45)
So don't even think about taking the high ground with me on this one Slag; you're on the losing side of the rules.
Lisa
There is following the letter of the law, and the spirit of the law. I read this entire board (well, not the monster women section,) and the spirit of the law is what appears to be followed (except for politics/porn, etc.) Almost every single active member would be toast if this place were ruled with an iron fist. Even you. I never asked for my personal info to be posted up. YOU POSTED ALL OF THE NAMES UP FIRST, AND THEN ASKED IF ANYONE WANTED THEIR NAME REMOVED. I could be hiding from an abusive ex-wife for all you know.
Who would be gone if you got your way? (Based on rules, not your clique)
Cranky Slag (obviously)
AeroGeek
L' Avatar (politics, post whoring, threadjack)
cdc (post whoring, threadjack)
ronr (language)
mcKraut (nsfw image)
tresgatos (innuendo, threadjack)
red (NSFW image, threadjack)
bryant8 (threadjack)
Cyclone (innuendo, threadjack)
barneephife (threadjack)
CJ (threadjack, innuendo)
girlrider (personal attack, language,)
Giannis (politics)
Svoloch (all of the above)
Tommy
Cher (Personal Info)
And everyone that was on the HC trip and posted in the Anals part 2 fist.
Quote from: Cyclone on January 22, 2009, 06:23:12 AM
:o Where is Ducati Vixen when you need her ? - nothing like someone getting on here and accusing everyone of being "posers" to bring everyone together !! [laugh] [cheeky]
Let's not find out how great it was when it's gone ! OK ? [bang] [moto]
[beer] [beer] [beer] [evil] [beer] [beer] [beer]
What he said.
Peace. I'm done.
I'm going to make a suggestion here. Take this offline and have dinner, lunch or whatever you'd like to discuss this. We will all lose here. I wish no one to get banned, this forum is definately a riot for me and sometimes I too fall into the trap (ie. BS). For my part I do apologize and will do better like Tommy mentioned.
Please guys, I've seen places crash and burn. We have too much of a diverse group here to throw away. There will always be dissent among the ranks when the group grows large or too diverse; for me though this is what makes this place great.
Now, lets ride!
Slag,
It might behoove you to STEP AWAY FROM THE COMPUTER. This crap is obviously bugging you on an epic scale if you're willing to spend so much time making a case about it. Life's too short man. Find the stuff that makes you happy, not angry. You have to find the good stuff, it's not going to come to you.
I think most people come to this local board for a sense of community and prefer it when we can "all just get along". I feel like your posts and arguments lately do nothing to further that attitude.
Respectfully,
Will
+1 Tommy [bow_down] [thumbsup]
I'll take all the blame, throw it all on me and I'll even go away with it and never come back if that will get all this mess over with.
I know that won't / doesn't work but I can dream.
OK, say anything thread: Coffee! [coffee]
Wow, I don't even know what to say [roll]
with so much drama in the lbc, it's kinda hard bein' mckraut with just one t.
Quote from: Cyclone on January 22, 2009, 06:23:12 AM
Let's not find out how great it was when it's gone ! OK ? [bang] [moto]
[beer] [beer] [beer] [evil] [beer] [beer] [beer]
Ride, eat, drink more.... together. Sounds like a reasonable solution [thumbsup]
Quote from: webspoke on January 22, 2009, 08:58:14 AM
Ride, eat, drink more.... together. Sounds like a reasonable solution [thumbsup]
Ok, but only cause I'm a follower. [cheeky]
Quote from: AeroGeek on January 22, 2009, 08:37:15 AM
Wow, I don't even know what to say [roll]
Ditto, I'm confused. I haven't seen any hatin' or personal attacks by Mr. Slag. Seems like most everybody is just enjoying each other's company with a little silliness and a lot of riding events and get together planning. Seems like more personality conflict issues than breaking any board rules. I'm just out here watching, from the far south. I like our group and it bums me out to see the conflicts.
Peace and Love
RR
I've posted this before....
(from Pulp Fiction)
Jules: Now Yolanda, we're not gonna do anything stupid, are we?
Yolanda: You don't hurt him.
Jules: Nobody's gonna hurt anybody. We're gonna be like three little Fonzies here. And what's Fonzie like? Come on Yolanda what's Fonzie like?
Yolanda: Cool?
Jules: What?
Yolanda: He's cool.
Jules: Correctamundo. And that's what we're gonna be. We're gonna be cool. Now Ringo, I'm gonna count to three, and when I count three, you let go of your gun, and sit your ass down. But when you do it, you do it cool. Ready? One... two... three.
[Ringo sits down opposite Jules]
Yolanda: All right, now you let him go.
Jules: Yolanda, I thought you said you were gonna be cool. Now when you yell at me, it makes me nervous. And when I get nervous, I get scared. And when mothermake the beast with two backsers get scared, that's when mothermake the beast with two backsers accidentally get shot.
Yolanda: You just know, you touch him, you die.
Jules: Well, that seems to be the situation. But I don't want that. And you don't want that. And Ringo here *definitely* doesn't want that.
Quote from: Ronr on January 22, 2009, 09:32:27 AM
Ditto, I'm confused. I haven't seen any hatin' or personal attacks by Mr. Slag. Seems like most everybody is just enjoying each other's company with a little silliness and a lot of riding events and get together planning. Seems like more personality conflict issues than breaking any board rules. I'm just out here watching, from the far south. I like our group and it bums me out to see the conflicts.
Peace and Love
RR
i <3 ron
Just saw this deal:
http://www.panozmerchandising.com/RoadAtlanta/ViewProduct.aspx?PRODUCTID=942008144212984 (http://www.panozmerchandising.com/RoadAtlanta/ViewProduct.aspx?PRODUCTID=942008144212984)
It's a 2008 embroidered AMA Superbike polo shirt from last years's race at Road Atlanta. $25.00 :o And here's the ladies version (also 25 bills):
http://www.panozmerchandising.com/RoadAtlanta/ViewProduct.aspx?PRODUCTID=8112008154651765 (http://www.panozmerchandising.com/RoadAtlanta/ViewProduct.aspx?PRODUCTID=8112008154651765)
I've ordered several things from this website over the years and they're on the up and up [thumbsup]
Valentine's Day is on the way [evil]
Anybody with a Sport Classic might want to look at theses
Spoked Dynamag CF wheels (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dymag-Carbon-Wire-Spoked-Wheels-Paul-Smart-Monster_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ66Q3a2Q7c65Q3a3Q7c39Q3a1Q7c240Q3a1318QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem200299738861QQitemZ200299738861QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories)
Anybody tried the Bacon Weave Explosion? aka The Widowmaker
See link for full recipe
http://www.bbqaddicts.com/blog/recipes/bacon-explosion/ (http://www.bbqaddicts.com/blog/recipes/bacon-explosion/)
(http://www.bbqaddicts.com/blog/images/bacon-6.jpg)
Quote from: bryant8 on January 22, 2009, 03:41:42 PM
Anybody with a Sport Classic might want to look at theses
Spoked Dynamag CF wheels (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dymag-Carbon-Wire-Spoked-Wheels-Paul-Smart-Monster_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ66Q3a2Q7c65Q3a3Q7c39Q3a1Q7c240Q3a1318QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem200299738861QQitemZ200299738861QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories)
Damn. Damn damn damn. My soul is available for sale now....
Fixes everything- lighter, tubeless, & retains the look [thumbsup]
Did I say Damn?!?!?!?!?
Quote from: Ronr on January 23, 2009, 11:59:48 AM
Anybody tried the Bacon Weave Explosion? aka The Widowmaker
See link for full recipe
http://www.bbqaddicts.com/blog/recipes/bacon-explosion/ (http://www.bbqaddicts.com/blog/recipes/bacon-explosion/)
(http://www.bbqaddicts.com/blog/images/bacon-6.jpg)
:o :o Outrageous, unbelievable, staggering, stupendous... All of these words are somehow... inadequate?!? [laugh] I think just looking at the stuff has added at least three waist sizes...
Wow, the other stuff missing from that recipe would be the two pounds of fresh butter with those Grands bisquits along with peanut butter and grape jelly layers! While we're in uber choleserol mode where can we pitch in some a few pounds of fois gras?
actually, what's missing is: cheese, chives, sour cream, and a shitload of potatoes. imo.
Quote from: RED on January 23, 2009, 09:01:47 PM
My riding style now seems to be pointing to something I can ride harder. We'll see how things go. But I definately want an 1198s. There you go I'm out now!
I wish I could ride my R6, or the 1098s as aggressively as *** can ride the ST4S. IMHO unless you can scrape multiple things on the ST, and pay cash for a 1198s, you are not ready for one. Unless ofcourse you are buying one for the same reason that I made the mistake of buying the 1098s......pure lust. That bike actually made me a crappier rider. The rider that annoys people on the track, fast in the straights, and holy hell dude, can you please just get through the corner. It was way too much bike, way too soon. I only mention the whole paying cash for the 1198s thing because when I was on the track, all I could think about was, am I ready to total this? I can afford to buy this, but i cant afford to repair it... It was hard selling the 1098s this week, but I'm faster on a slower less powerful bike. I will never buy another bike out of lust, unless I win the lottery (which would be hard to do since i don't play) then I would buy the 1098R and D16RR out of pure lust [thumbsup]
Anybody else unhappy with the frame color on the Black 1198s? or the rims on the 1198 compared to the 1098?
Quote from: Tommy on January 24, 2009, 09:04:32 AM
I wish I could ride my R6, or the 1098s as aggressively as *** can ride the ST4S. IMHO unless you can scrape multiple things on the ST, and pay cash for a 1198s, you are not ready for one. Unless ofcourse you are buying one for the same reason that I made the mistake of buying the 1098s......pure lust. That bike actually made me a crappier rider. The rider that annoys people on the track, fast in the straights, and holy hell dude, can you please just get through the corner. It was way too much bike, way too soon. I only mention the whole paying cash for the 1198s thing because when I was on the track, all I could think about was, am I ready to total this? I can afford to buy this, but i cant afford to repair it... It was hard selling the 1098s this week, but I'm faster on a slower less powerful bike. I will never buy another bike out of lust, unless I win the lottery (which would be hard to do since i don't play) then I would buy the 1098R and D16RR out of pure lust [thumbsup]
Anybody else unhappy with the frame color on the Black 1198s? or the rims on the 1198 compared to the 1098?
Good Lord Tommy, that's crazy talk!!! Hell, lust is what drives 90% of all bike purchases. Stupid, no practical sense kind of lust. The industry would die without bike lust. That's like saying "wow, what a hangover, that's it, I'm NEVER drinking again, ever"! Nonsense. You say that now but we'll just sit back and watch. Lust is very patient but she is always there. [laugh] [popcorn] [moto] [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on January 24, 2009, 09:16:53 AM
Good Lord Tommy, that's crazy talk!!! Hell, lust is what drives 90% of all bike purchases. Stupid, no practical sense kind of lust. The industry would die without bike lust. That's like saying "wow, what a hangover, that's it, I'm NEVER drinking again, ever"! Nonsense. You say that now but we'll just sit back and watch. Lust is very patient but she is always there. [laugh] [popcorn] [moto] [thumbsup]
I know, Im sure i'll be buying another bike next week.... [cheeky]
LUST......
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
Quote from: Tommy on January 24, 2009, 09:26:26 AM
LUST......
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
that PS is still in Tyler. I'll go with ya
Quote from: Tommy on January 24, 2009, 09:26:26 AM
LUST......
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
Man, I cruise Ebay a lot and I hadn't seen that one yet... How cool would THAT be?!?! Ex-Bayliss bike... damn!
After the ride yesterday I had to go back through and find this thanks T.
I totally respect your take on the 1198s comment but my decision to look into buying one did not come to me as I was window shopping for riding fashions at AMS-D. ;D Quite the contrary.
When I first got the ST the sheer power took me by surprise. It's been a good learning-what-a-Duc-rides-like-bike. I have a few more years riding history though which has shaped my decision. My first riding experience in racing bikes came in 1979 when I became friends with Perry Bushong and his BMW riidng team. Although I never raced I learned loads from him. They raced BMW's R90s. That bike was a beast. In Texas that bike was hard to beat. I never 'raced' but I did find out how to put one around a circuit quickly. That said and removed 30 years hence I find myself back in the same mindset as back then when I ride the Duc today. I want to ride fast again. I want more control than I had back in the day. That total control is what makes a bike. Ducs have that control. The 1198s is the best of todays technology that allows one to have that control. Not the fastest, just the best in the control/suspension department.
Anyone that does not adequately learn how to ride a large cc bike in the first place is asking for trouble at least. The first time I rode off from EuroSport on the ST I was quickly reminded of the responsibility of owning a quick bike. Respect must first be learned then given to that bike. The first you don't respect it or the one time you forget to ride within your limits it will reach up and slap the shit out of you hard. I learned that lesson on smaller bikes thank God. A few of my friends did not and are no longer here.
When I ride the ST I do not try to scrape anything because it's not a track bike. If I had a track bike then I could scrape shit. I'm not going to say I'm a racer but being able to handle a track bike and a street bike are two different things. Like you said you couldn't afford to fix it likewise that keeps me from wanting to ride the ST like a track bike. It seems you may think that because I don't keep up with the front of the pack that I'm not riding to my bikes potential. Not so if my bike was set up like your old 1098s then I might ride up front. One other thing too is the type of road surfaces we have here in Texas. Yesterdays ride were across some of the most torn up roads I've been on in ages because of all the heavy trucks in the oil patch around here. I was not very confident of the riding surface nor my weak-ass chain and sprocket on the back. Dude confidence has everything to do with riding style. This bike is just not in the catagory as your bikes. [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down] And, I'm not 30 years old either! Bones take longer to heal at my age. (Spoken like a true 'Old Geezer' eh? sad but true). Some day soon at a track day we'll ride together and have some fun I hope. Then you and I will see how things sort out. And maybe just maybe you could give me some tips! (Read: not a challenge!)
Just my take .... [thumbsup] can't wait to ride again in the spring wich youse guys!!
RED, great post. As y'all know, I've wanted to replace my 620 Monster with something that handles AND has more power. I usually discount any descision that has me arriving back on another Ducati because, well, I feel like I should maybe branch out and find other good handling bikes.
You've just saved me lots of wasted time and cost us thousands of dollars [bang] Thanks for that [cheeky]
L.
P.S. When's your surgery?
Quote from: Cher on January 26, 2009, 01:03:27 PM
RED, great post. As y'all know, I've wanted to replace my 620 Monster with something that handles AND has more power. I usually discount any descision that has me arriving back on another Ducati because, well, I feel like I should maybe branch out and find other good handling bikes.
You've just saved me lots of wasted time and cost us thousands of dollars [bang] Thanks for that [cheeky]
L.
P.S. When's your surgery?
Cher, if you said what I thought you said that I said in the way it was suppose to be said then thanks, and glad to be of help. ??? :P Really though, being as old and decreptit as I am experience has something to say and it's true about the handling on Ducs. Beemers, great for putting miles behind you. Japs, great for one quarter mile then get off. New Brits, 675 Daytona close second to Ducs and my choice for track bike. (A reasonalble expense alternative to a (1st choice track bike Duc)) You'd have to spend lots of denar to get a SuKawahonaha to handle like a Duc. IMHO that is. [bow_down] Bows to the other fabled riders in DFWM. [bow_down]
Quote from: Tommy on January 24, 2009, 09:26:26 AM
LUST......
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___Ducati-Bayliss-98-996RS-British-Superbike_W0QQitemZ120366544077QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item120366544077&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
And this...man, couldn't have gotten closer to nirvana on this one T.
"If wishes were like horses, beggars would ride."
Charlie,
I know Perry! I bought a then new 1981 R100RS from him. He convinced me to let him install the then new Krauser 4 valve heads and piston kit. I had owned it a year or so and since it was my sport touring bike I mentioned it needed more poke. Hence the head swap. Oh yeah, it had plenty of poke for a boxer and it pinged from detonation like crazy! On trips I would keep bottles of octane booster in the tank bag and give the gas tank a shot at every fill up. Still pinged under a big load but not so bad. Perry's recommendation was to run race gas! Right, try finding that in backwoods of Arkansas!
I was informed that my Krauser headed bike was the last to not grenade. Every time one would "let go" Perry would learn something new and call all the owners to bring in their 4 valve bikes to fix the latest "grenade pin". Grew tired of the nonsense, I regretted having the work done. Should have just ported the heads and had the dual plug conversion done. Fed up with it all I filled it full of race gas (there was an old gas station in Carrollton on the east side service road of I-35 that sold it... pretty cool!) and sold it via newspaper ad.
Bought my next BMW from Perry also, he was in his groovy new shop by then. (I think his latest shop is in Hurst... isn't it?) It was the original flying brick, an '85 K100RS. MISTAKE!!! Didn't have it two months and wanted a boxer again! Don't get me started! The 3 cylinder K75 bikes were soooo much better and smoother. Glad they finally have the big bikes working so well. I'm sure Will would agree. [thumbsup]
Missed my old RS so much about 15 years ago I found a used '83 exactly like my '81, stock in good shape, with the solo and dual seats for sale in the paper. Got it and still have it. It's awaiting a "Flight of the Phoenix" make over and return to the road. Maybe someday. ;D This time I'm keeping it stock! >:(
Woah!!! Check this out!! New Hampshire is trying to stick it in the a@@ of every rider in the country with aftermarket pipes!!! Notice the "national" minded statement?? They want their anti loud pipe/sound check/noise ban to be a model for the rest of the country!!! First Denver's ban, now this crap! If you are caught riding through Denver from DFW on a TX registered bike with Termis, etc. they can pull you over a write you an expensive ticket. How shi##y is that? Screw Denver and NH!! But you can see this coming a mile off. Funny... they never ever mention Jap tuner cars with fart can mufflers... ever. Just picking on bikes and bikes only. Hell, even the Harley guys will take it on the chin with this crap!!! We finally have a common cause besides two wheels and a motor! [laugh]
http://www.cyclenews.com/ShowStory.asp?HeadlineID=13408 (http://www.cyclenews.com/ShowStory.asp?HeadlineID=13408)
Good interview with DNA Michael Lock.
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Jan/090126a.htm (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Jan/090126a.htm)
Quote from: fastwin on January 26, 2009, 04:56:58 PM
Woah!!! Check this out!! New Hampshire is trying to stick it in the a@@ of every rider in the country with aftermarket pipes!!! Notice the "national" minded statement?? They want their anti loud pipe/sound check/noise ban to be a model for the rest of the country!!! First Denver's ban, now this crap! If you are caught riding through Denver from DFW on a TX registered bike with Termis, etc. they can pull you over a write you an expensive ticket. How shi##y is that? Screw Denver and NH!! But you can see this coming a mile off. Funny... they never ever mention Jap tuner cars with fart can mufflers... ever. Just picking on bikes and bikes only. Hell, even the Harley guys will take it on the chin with this crap!!! We finally have a common cause besides two wheels and a motor! [laugh]
http://www.cyclenews.com/ShowStory.asp?HeadlineID=13408 (http://www.cyclenews.com/ShowStory.asp?HeadlineID=13408)
FYI....I got pulled over near Denver on my cruiser and climbing a hill lugging the engine (LOUD AS HELL). Anyway, they couldn't prove the decibels were above the stated law because the cop had no way of proving that and those that have lost in court due to a calibration malfunction. BUT screw NH is right anyway! [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
I finally get home from a long busy Monday atthe office to find that there is a power outage for my entire block. Sitting at the Starbucks with an nice Americano
Quote from: bryant8 on January 26, 2009, 05:32:21 PM
I finally get home from a long busy Monday atthe office to find that there is a power outage for my entire block. Sitting at the Starbucks with an nice Americano
what's his name?
Haha, not quite. Two shots of espresso and top that off with hot water.
it made me laugh too ;D
(http://www.uncrate.com/men/images/2009/01/vespa-gts-300.jpg)
http://www.uncrate.com/men/cars/motorcycles/vespa-gts-300-super/ (http://www.uncrate.com/men/cars/motorcycles/vespa-gts-300-super/)
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 27, 2009, 08:43:03 PM
(http://www.uncrate.com/men/images/2009/01/vespa-gts-300.jpg)
http://www.uncrate.com/men/cars/motorcycles/vespa-gts-300-super/ (http://www.uncrate.com/men/cars/motorcycles/vespa-gts-300-super/)
dear GOD the price. I'll buy a rip-off from India and still save thousands after shipping and "badges" from fleabay.
the new vespa is kickin' it "dark" style
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 28, 2009, 04:00:13 AM
the new vespa is kickin' it "dark" style
Mucho Macho [thumbsup]
so....i didn't have to go into work today...which would be totally awesome, except that my roommate apparently didn't have to go into work, either, and his mother f-ing alarm has been going off for exactly 1 hour and 45 minutes now. continuously. how is that even possible? now i have to feel like the jerk for waking up my roommate by banging like hell on his door.
Diagonal wire cutters vs alarm clock power cord = peace/quiet. Of course there is the question as to why your passed out roommate can't hear his alarm after an hour and 45 minutes. Guess that clock doesn't do him a lot of good. :P I'm thinking cutters on the clock cord and a 911 call for your roommate. [thumbsup]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 28, 2009, 07:18:39 AM
so....i didn't have to go into work today...which would be totally awesome, except that my roommate apparently didn't have to go into work, either, and his mother f-ing alarm has been going off for exactly 1 hour and 45 minutes now. continuously. how is that even possible? now i have to feel like the jerk for waking up my roommate by banging like hell on his door.
it's still going strong...not one snooze.
I would have gone postal in the first 5 minutes. How can you take that? [bang]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 28, 2009, 07:58:08 AM
it's still going strong...not one snooze.
I'm with Fastwin - 911 seems reasonable. :o If you have access to breaker box for your apt. you might be able to switch it off & on again for your roomies area and re-set the clock ( if it is a good one iwth a back-up battery this will not work ). [popcorn]
You know it would be funny if he snuck out and went bar-hopping last night and wasn't even home yet...
[bang]
I'm at work, just because I have to finish processing payroll for this week.
You should open up the patio door and let the cold air then head out for coffee or something for a few hours
he turned it off about 5 minutes ago...fyi.
i just can't wrap my mind around how it's possible for someone to not hear it... even on my worst hangover mornings after getting crazy with bourbon the night before and only having an hour or two of sleep before the alarm...i still hear it after a few beeps... of course, in that state i just turn the damn thing off...
august can't come soon enough i guess. anyone renting a room in the dallas area? :) i don't have dogs that pee on the floor and i never let my alarm go more than a couple beeps.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on January 28, 2009, 09:30:00 AM...anyone renting a room in the dallas area? :) i don't have dogs that pee on the floor and...
Well if you don't have a dog that pees on the floor I wouldn't even consider it... :P
Quote from: RichD on January 28, 2009, 09:36:08 AM
Well if you don't have a dog that pees on the floor I wouldn't even consider it... :P
Ha! [laugh]
Hello.
Is there anybody in there?
Just nod if you can hear me.
Is there anyone home?
Come on, now.
I hear youre feeling down.
Well I can ease your pain,
Get you on your feet again.
Relax.
I need some information first.
Just the basic facts:
Can you show me where it hurts?
There is no pain, you are receding.
A distant ships smoke on the horizon.
You are only coming through in waves.
Your lips move but I cant hear what youre sayin.
When I was a child I had a fever.
My hands felt just like two balloons.
Now I got that feeling once again.
I cant explain, you would not understand.
This is not how I am.
I have become comfortably numb.
Ok.
Just a little pinprick. [ping]
Therell be no more --aaaaaahhhhh!
But you may feel a little sick.
Can you stand up?
I do believe its working. good.
Thatll keep you going for the show.
Come on its time to go.
There is no pain, you are receding.
A distant ships smoke on the horizon.
You are only coming through in waves.
Your lips move but I cant hear what youre sayin.
When I was a child I caught a fleeting glimpse,
Out of the corner of my eye.
I turned to look but it was gone.
I cannot put my finger on it now.
The child is grown, the dream is gone.
I have become comfortably numb.
PF [thumbsup]
[coffee] Ummm... Wha?
Quote from: Cher on January 29, 2009, 02:37:49 PM
[coffee] Ummm... Wha?
[bang] The Wall
[laugh] [bacon]
Quote from: Cher on January 29, 2009, 02:37:49 PM
[coffee] Ummm... Wha?
(http://www.geocities.com/kukurjek2002/Pink_FloydWall-front.jpg)
Quote from: Cyclone on January 29, 2009, 02:39:58 PM
[bang] The Wall
[laugh] [bacon]
Roger that; over?
(See, I'm making a very
small joke.. Roger Waters. Get it? [bang] <---- ooh, ooh! And there's The Wall, hehehehe.... Yeah, I really
should get out more.)
Quote from: fastwin on January 26, 2009, 03:55:59 PM
Charlie,
I know Perry! I bought a then new 1981 R100RS from him. He convinced me to let him install the then new Krauser 4 valve heads and piston kit. I had owned it a year or so and since it was my sport touring bike I mentioned it needed more poke. Hence the head swap. Oh yeah, it had plenty of poke for a boxer and it pinged from detonation like crazy! On trips I would keep bottles of octane booster in the tank bag and give the gas tank a shot at every fill up. Still pinged under a big load but not so bad. Perry's recommendation was to run race gas! Right, try finding that in backwoods of Arkansas!
I was informed that my Krauser headed bike was the last to not grenade. Every time one would "let go" Perry would learn something new and call all the owners to bring in their 4 valve bikes to fix the latest "grenade pin". Grew tired of the nonsense, I regretted having the work done. Should have just ported the heads and had the dual plug conversion done. Fed up with it all I filled it full of race gas (there was an old gas station in Carrollton on the east side service road of I-35 that sold it... pretty cool!) and sold it via newspaper ad.
Bought my next BMW from Perry also, he was in his groovy new shop by then. (I think his latest shop is in Hurst... isn't it?) It was the original flying brick, an '85 K100RS. MISTAKE!!! Didn't have it two months and wanted a boxer again! Don't get me started! The 3 cylinder K75 bikes were soooo much better and smoother. Glad they finally have the big bikes working so well. I'm sure Will would agree. [thumbsup]
Missed my old RS so much about 15 years ago I found a used '83 exactly like my '81, stock in good shape, with the solo and dual seats for sale in the paper. Got it and still have it. It's awaiting a "Flight of the Phoenix" make over and return to the road. Maybe someday. ;D This time I'm keeping it stock! >:(
i may have told you before that the bike have there in waiting is one of my all-time favs!
If anyone sees or knows of someone selling a full Termi system (with ECU) for a 2004 999, please let me know ;D With Tommy's bike ripping through the countryside the other day sounding like a full-on MotoGP bike, well... my stock, gazillion pound, wheezy exhaust sounds pretty friggin' lame [bang] [laugh]
Yeah Cher, did he blast by you at +40mph? Friggin banshee wail of sound wakes me up every time [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on February 02, 2009, 11:47:32 AM
Yeah Cher, did he blast by you at +40mph? Friggin banshee wail of sound wakes me up every time [thumbsup]
Yep, cruising along... rolling hills, blue skies, miscellaneous livestock dotting the countryside... The sun is shining, the birds are singing. I am at one with my machine. Ahhh, the Zen of motorcycling.
ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZingHoly crap! Always wondered what it would be like to be buzzed by an F-16 [bang] [laugh]
So yeah. I REALLY, really need some Termis [evil]
Exhaust envy. ;D
I've got the full Termi system on my 999 and it will never ever sound as good as the under seat/twin pipe systems on the Tamburinis or even the new 1098/848 line. I personally think the air head 2 valvers sound the best of all with any decent aftermarket exhaust. Maybe you haven't heard my 999 in a while but it's not exactly awe inspiring. Better that stock? Sure. But it will not rock your world like other Ducs. At least not to me.
Wait for a killer deal if you decide to do it. There's one out there somewhere. I have seen brand new and slightly used systems on ebay for good deals but it's been a long time and I wasn't looking for that anyway.
Quote from: fastwin on February 02, 2009, 02:49:53 PM
I've got the full Termi system on my 999 and it will never ever sound as good as the under seat/twin pipe systems on the Tamburinis or even the new 1098/848 line. I personally think the air head 2 valvers sound the best of all with any decent aftermarket exhaust. Maybe you haven't heard my 999 in a while but it's not exactly awe inspiring. Better that stock? Sure. But it will not rock your world like other Ducs. At least not to me.
Wait for a killer deal if you decide to do it. There's one out there somewhere. I have seen brand new and slightly used systems on ebay for good deals but it's been a long time and I wasn't looking for that anyway.
Hmmmm :-X That's no good. I'm tellin' you, that R6 with whatever-the-hell exhaust/motor set up Tommy's got is just beyond words :o [bow_down]
But I'm not about to pay the 2 grand a 999 "system" would cost new - I check Ebay all the time and I've seen 'em go for half that used.
Such a deal [bang]
Quote from: dallas2r on February 02, 2009, 01:40:48 PM
Exhaust envy. ;D
Dude.
[laugh]
so.... ummmm.... you wanna ride it? 8)
loud exhausts are always cool on our bikes...but there's no freaking way i would pay that kind of money for an exhaust setup. i found my full arrow system used from a guy on here for much less than the price new, and it was just about in new condition. i cringe when i see the kind of $$ that some people put into their exhaust.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on February 02, 2009, 04:49:13 PM
*snip*
i cringe when i see the kind of $$ that some people put into their exhaust.
I cringe when I think about how much I paid for my exhaust [bang]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on February 02, 2009, 04:49:13 PM
i cringe when i see the kind of $$ that some people put into their exhaust.
Some people got Lil Wayne stacks.... :-\
(http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A9G_bF41l4dJaO0A5ISjzbkF/SIG=135k1ipa4/EXP=1233709237/**http%3A//jmb13.files.wordpress.com/2008/06/lil_wayne_pink_bape_camo093007041156.gif)
wow...does that pic come up in the dictionary under "assclown"?
Quote from: Tommy on February 02, 2009, 04:08:56 PM
so.... ummmm.... you wanna ride it? 8)
I'd like to sometime. Do you still have your older GSXR? That yellow R6 of yours is too nice for a newbie test-drive [bang]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on February 02, 2009, 04:49:13 PM
loud exhausts are always cool on our bikes...but there's no freaking way i would pay that kind of money for an exhaust setup. i found my full arrow system used from a guy on here for much less than the price new, and it was just about in new condition. i cringe when i see the kind of $$ that some people put into their exhaust.
Man, I hear that (hmmm, that's kinda punny...) The Termis on the 620 came from Ebay. Nice price - great sound. I'm holding out for a similar deal on a 999. [coffee]
Yeah, I went the used route as well and happy as heck that I held out (considering the highway robbery for the ECU). Bryant alerted me to a great deal posted on the board. [thumbsup]
We'll have to keep an eye out on a set for Cher's bike. [moto]
Lisa,
Pretty sure T doesn't have the '04 Gixxer anymore. I think that's why he keeps staring at mine! [laugh] Great bike for sure... like so many others. I don't even want to ride an '05+ because I am so happy with my old school '04. Pipe, PCIII, Ohlins, brake goodies, etc. ... it's all a person really needs in an over the counter bike drug. Does it have the soul of a Duc and the panache? No. But it rocks in it's own little world... oh, and the full race Akra doesn't sound bad either. [thumbsup] [moto] [bacon]
You are always welcome to steam roll a test ride on the Busa or Gixxer for a 1st hand inline four experience. My only problem is that I like them all, twins, fours, etc. ... is that bad?
Bad?!? How can having a non-denominational appreciation for all things moto be bad? [laugh] And thanks for the offer on test-drives, I appreciate it [thumbsup]
You are welcome to ride both the R1 and R6 [thumbsup]
Very cool! Thanks Tommy [beer]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on February 02, 2009, 04:49:13 PM
loud exhausts are always cool on our bikes...but there's no freaking way i would pay that kind of money for an exhaust setup. i found my full arrow system used from a guy on here for much less than the price new, and it was just about in new condition. i cringe when i see the kind of $$ that some people put into their exhaust.
Here Here! +1
This is a good segway into one of the rant threads on the General board...the guys' thread says something like "What I hate about Ducati"...he rants on to say that it's just a bike and not a fashion statement. I do see some logic there I must say.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on February 02, 2009, 05:11:40 PM
wow...does that pic come up in the dictionary under "assclown"?
[laugh] [clap] [clap] ;D ;D[laugh]
Quote from: Tommy on February 02, 2009, 05:05:21 PM
Some people got Lil Wayne stacks.... :-\
So...
who is that guy? WTH... is he pulling his pants down or holding them up?
On second thought, I definitely don't want to know [laugh]
So I was cruising down the isle in the grocery store today when something catches me eye...
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3044/3248933007_b6310322e6_o.jpg)
Quote from: Cher on February 02, 2009, 08:09:25 PM
So... who is that guy? WTH... is he pulling his pants down or holding them up?
On second thought, I definitely don't want to know [laugh]
He is consistantly at the top of the charts.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqbXGcYlmvk (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqbXGcYlmvk)
Quote from: TresGatos on February 02, 2009, 09:36:06 PM
I've got a 695 I might let go. It'll calm your nerves after that R6!!!! [moto]
As in.....sell? :o
Quote from: TresGatos on February 03, 2009, 08:32:58 PM
I might - don't really want to, but the power is so different from the HM. And it is such a good bike to learn on IMHO.
There might be someone who could have better use for it than me. :(
I'm not actively looking to sell, but if it fits someone's needs, let me know. :)
HOW MUCH!!!!!!! WTF?!?!?!?!?! talk about it and don't post? [roll]
Quote from: Tommy on February 03, 2009, 08:38:03 PM
HOW MUCH!!!!!!! WTF?!?!?!?!?! talk about it and don't post? [roll]
I know of another 695 for sale.... [thumbsup]
Spring Fever sweeps the DFWM board!!! So many motorcycles, so little time [evil]
I wish, I wish my spousal unit had the interest that the gals on this board do and would like to learn how to ride. TG's 696 would do the trick. The mods are very well done too.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on February 04, 2009, 02:15:43 PM
Umm, I know of a 695 that is actually listed for sale, just sayin. ;D
Seen all those posts for bikes for sale today and they are a little out of reach for Rock Bottom Racing at this time thank you. Those guys are too uber riche for me a ducatista with a Wally-World budget. But I know that the gov is going to Change all that soon. So I'll be in touch as soon as the checks start rolling in. [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on February 04, 2009, 02:11:02 PM
I wish, I wish my spousal unit had the interest that the gals on this board do and would like to learn how to ride. TG's 696 would do the trick. The mods are very well done too.
But this way you never have to worry about "spousal unit bike envy"; it is always tough when one gets a new bike [moto] and the other one... well... doesn't... [bang]
Must be time to build the Garage Mahal then [evil]
Quote from: UnionJill on February 04, 2009, 02:26:56 PM
But this way you never have to worry about "spousal unit bike envy"; it is always tough when one gets a new bike [moto] and the other one... well... doesn't... [bang]
UJ, if you got the spare race motor for your D675 would that qualify as another bike [evil]
Posting this for a friend.
These guys are so freakin' cute!
(http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g240/happywafflemonkey/image.jpg)
"Please let me know if you know of anyone who might be interested! A friend rescued 6 black lab (mix) puppies out of the middle of the road on Saturday. PLEASE help me find them homes - otherwise, it's Animal Control - which means they only have 5 days. They have bathed them, sprayed them for fleas and wormed them....but they can't keep them. They are currently in a kennel in his basement since he does not have a fence. He has lost count of the number of rescue groups that he has contacted, only to be turned down due to no room. Please check with every dog person you know to see if they need a puppy. "
bob@texasbusinesscardfactory.com
Aww man... I'd love to pick one of those pups up!
Quote from: dallas2r on February 06, 2009, 09:21:14 AM
Posting this for a friend.
These guys are so freakin' cute!
(http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g240/happywafflemonkey/image.jpg)
"Please let me know if you know of anyone who might be interested! A friend rescued 6 black lab (mix) puppies out of the middle of the road on Saturday. PLEASE help me find them homes - otherwise, it's Animal Control - which means they only have 5 days. They have bathed them, sprayed them for fleas and wormed them....but they can't keep them. They are currently in a kennel in his basement since he does not have a fence. He has lost count of the number of rescue groups that he has contacted, only to be turned down due to no room. Please check with every dog person you know to see if they need a puppy. "
bob@texasbusinesscardfactory.com
my friend brandi volunteers with paws in the city, a rescue group, and says she saw this yesterday and tried to get details, but that it was apparently bogus.
I thought yall would appreciate this if you've never seen it before:
Link http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/5102/baconflowchartza8.jpg
(http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/5102/baconflowchartza8.jpg)
I like bacon
[bacon]
85+ miles on a bicycle this weekend [thumbsup]
50.3 mph top speed.... yes 50.3 mph :o
Quote from: bryant8 on February 08, 2009, 06:24:57 PM
50.3 mph top speed.... yes 50.3 mph :o
Up-hill? ;D
Seriously, that's awesome. I'd be winded at 15MPH.... :P
Quote from: bryant8 on February 08, 2009, 06:24:57 PM
85+ miles on a bicycle this weekend [thumbsup]
50.3 mph top speed.... yes 50.3 mph :o
It's cheating if you motor pace!! [laugh] I've caught some big numbers coming down "the wall" on 2222 in Austin coming back from a 620 lake loop. Of course that was back in the 70s. You would be killed now by traffic trying that loop ride today. Sad. Very sad.
You realize that Austin became a great cycling capital because of John Howard. He was the Captain of the '72 Munich and '76 Montreal Summer Olympic cycling team and a God in the early days of USCF. Anyone remember the American Bicycle League? Hmmm, I thought not. It was the low key predecessor of the USCF. There I go dating myself again. :P John and his wife Kim moved to Austin and lured the other Olympic team members with them to train. Flat to the east for speed work and motor pacing and hilly to the west and south for climbing work. Used to ride bikes to stay in shape for MX. Worked at a bicycle shop during college. Met Howard and the others. Talked me into bicycle racing. Sold my Honda Elsinore 125 and 250. Became TX State road race champ and road in three National Championships (by the way I sucked at all three!!) even qualified for the 1980 Olympic Trials. With binoculars you could have seen the front break on a clear day. I sucked but it was fun. Those high speed downhill runs are pretty cool.
Except for the friend who one day rolled a badly glued on tubular on that same 2222 downhill. He lost about three square yards of skin! Too bad bike racers don't wear Dainese!!! [thumbsup] Oops, I digress. Again. :P What a shock. [laugh] [bang] Everything is better on two wheels!
Just a nice 1/4mile flat to decline then a big downhill. Rode out near Mt View (Loop 12 & Keeneland)
I had to look up what motor pacing was [laugh]
Quote from: bryant8 on February 08, 2009, 06:24:57 PM
85+ miles on a bicycle this weekend [thumbsup]
50.3 mph top speed.... yes 50.3 mph :o
[bow_down]
a rush - I'm sure!
The derny (motor paced indoor velodrome) races almost killed Merckx in '69. Very very dangerous velodrome motorpaced racing. Damn near ended his amazing career. Without a doubt the most incredible bike racer of all time. Screw Armstrong you yahoos! Even Lance says Eddie was the best of all time, ever!! And he and Eddie are very good friends. Don't take it from me. Just look at what he did and how he crushed the competition. I screwed up and missed the honor of a life time when he came to Austin during the old Tour of Texas days. Damn! Like missing having lunch with Rossi.
OK, I know this is not scooter stuff, but it is still two wheels and this is the say anything thread. Too me Eddie is the Ago of bicycle racing. That says it all!
http://www.cyclinghalloffame.com/riders/rider_bio.asp?rider_id=1 (http://www.cyclinghalloffame.com/riders/rider_bio.asp?rider_id=1)
Quote from: fastwin on February 08, 2009, 07:38:50 PM
The derny (motor paced indoor velodrome) races almost killed Merckx in '69. Very very dangerous velodrome motorpaced racing. Damn near ended his amazing career. Without a doubt the most incredible bike racer of all time. Screw Armstrong you yahoos! Even Lance says Eddie was the best of all time, ever!! And he and Eddie are very good friends. Don't take it from me. Just look at what he did and how he crushed the competition. I screwed up and missed the honor of a life time when he came to Austin during the old Tour of Texas days. Damn! Like missing having lunch with Rossi.
OK, I know this is not scooter stuff, but it is still two wheels and this is the say anything thread. Too me Eddie is the Ago of bicycle racing. That says it all!
http://www.cyclinghalloffame.com/riders/rider_bio.asp?rider_id=1 (http://www.cyclinghalloffame.com/riders/rider_bio.asp?rider_id=1)
I am excited to say.....I have my pic....with Tyler Hamilton (pre-doping days) and George Hincappie (Yes, we are touching....their arms are all the way around me!!! I desperately want a pic with Lance and it will eventually happen!!! ;D
Lance shmance. Go for the Eddie or Bernard sig and pic. Those other guys are wankers in comparison!!! Maybe not Hincappie. He is also awesome. He has never ever reached the level of success he is capable of. He paled in the shadow of Lance and unjustifiably so. It was not fair to him. He is an awesome racer, who if he was captain of a team, he too would of have Armstrong like results. Lance would have never had the results he had if it were not for the stellar support of George and others. Such is the nature of world class cycling. The same was true for Merckx in the 70s. Nothing has truly changed.... sadly, especially the doping problem. The spirit of Tommy Simpson lives on. If I date you on that one then Google him. :P
Quote from: BellaDiva on February 08, 2009, 07:56:12 PM
I am excited to say.....I have my pic....with Tyler Hamilton (pre-doping days)
I dunno, he looks stoned to me.....
(http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v406/208/43/1036837323/n1036837323_217592_7925.jpg)
Quote from: bryant8 on February 08, 2009, 06:24:57 PM
85+ miles on a bicycle this weekend [thumbsup]
50.3 mph top speed.... yes 50.3 mph :o
Congrats on being able to ride fastere than CJ and the 695 [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on February 09, 2009, 05:59:48 PM
Congrats on being able to ride fastere than CJ and the 695 [thumbsup]
Cool, maybe I can use this in court....
So, anyone have any info/maintenance tips on shaft drive?
All I know is you don't have to clean up chain lube slop anymore! Got that going for ya!!! All the Bemmer owners will toast a beer stein to that! [beer] [drink]
[drink]
I noticed Tommy had a nice pair of shoes for sale on another thread...
How about these? Carbon fiber and everything.
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/lambo-heels.jpg)
I'm sure they're only slightly less expensive than a house.
Quote from: Cher on February 10, 2009, 06:54:06 PM
So, anyone have any info/maintenance tips on shaft drive?
Pics of the said vehicle?
[popcorn]
Quote from: Cher on February 10, 2009, 07:23:49 PM
I noticed Tommy had a nice pair of shoes for sale on another thread...
How about these? Carbon fiber and everything.
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/lambo-heels.jpg)
I'm sure they're only slightly less expensive than a house.
Eh, [roll] carbon fiber is sooo last year and is not my color this year. I'm going to pass on these.
does motopia still do bike washes for non members? i have an s4r that got a wee bit dirty yesterday...
Not sure about Motopia and non-member services, bet Svoloch would know.
Here's an interesting concept. Hope it catches on! [thumbsup]
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=35556 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=35556)
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on February 11, 2009, 09:48:50 AM
does motopia still do bike washes for non members? i have an s4r that got a wee bit dirty yesterday...
Bring the S4R over to my place... you can use the car wash facilities [thumbsup]
I gotta say this cuz it's one of the most entertaining shows I've seen on the 'Superbikes' show yet. Did anyone see the lastest show called 'Oakland' ? Man, if you want to know what it's like to live and die in San Francisco give a look this week. And if you also want another insight into these west peeps take a look at the San Fran group on the DMF. There are some hard-core guys out there. One thing though, on the program they do 'rat out' an Aprillia. Interesting viewing.
Say Anything, right? Well...
I'm driving home today and I pass a lone bicycle rider. He's huffing along at a pretty good clip in "the bike lane" on a very narrow-tire bicycle, probably a racing bike of some kind. But someone please answer me this:
Isn't there something out there besides spandex/euro-racing outfits people can buy for riding clothes? Something like, I don't know, ANYTHING without spandex?!?! :o
I know I shouldn't be so critical, but seriously, doesn't Columbia or L.L. Bean make a light weight alternative for bicycling that people like me wouldn't be embarrased to be seen in? [laugh]
Quote from: Cher on February 11, 2009, 03:01:34 PM
Isn't there something out there besides spandex/euro-racing outfits people can buy for riding clothes? Something like, I don't know, ANYTHING without spandex?!?! :o
This reminds me of the OLD
Hollywood Squares When Paul Lynde was asked " Why do motorcycle riders wear leather ? "
and in his best gay lisp he answered " Well ... because Chiffon wrinkles !!! "
[clap] [laugh] [clap] [laugh] [clap] [laugh] [clap]
[laugh] Awesome.
Mountain bike shorts are different from road shorts. Some even look like regular, loose fitting cargo type shorts but they have a inner vented padded short inside that you can't see. Does that make sense? The jerseys are basically the same for road and off road. Some folks still wear road shorts on mountain bikes but some mountain bikers look down on them. Weird but true. I have never worn my mountain bike shorts while riding my road bikes but I am sure it's do-able. Why not?
I also believe that they make a padded, vented inner short that you wear under your regular everyday hiking type shorts. Kind of like a padded Under Armour compression short. Sort of the same set up as the above described mountain bike short but a seperate inner short not attached like the MB short.
Confussed now?
I like riding my mntn bike on sanctioned road rides and wearing my mountain bike shorts. I like to annoy them by riding in the ditches and in the grass by the roadside while they're huffing and puffing along on their road bikes.
Quote from: Cher on February 11, 2009, 03:01:34 PM
Say Anything, right? Well...
I'm driving home today and I pass a lone bicycle rider. He's huffing along at a pretty good clip in "the bike lane" on a very narrow-tire bicycle, probably a racing bike of some kind. But someone please answer me this:
Isn't there something out there besides spandex/euro-racing outfits people can buy for riding clothes? Something like, I don't know, ANYTHING without spandex?!?! :o
I know I shouldn't be so critical, but seriously, doesn't Columbia or L.L. Bean make a light weight alternative for bicycling that people like me wouldn't be embarrased to be seen in? [laugh]
This is why my two wheels have a motor! A short fat dude in leathers is one thing, but a short fat dude in spandex. Thats just wrong! ;D
Quote from: Cher on February 11, 2009, 03:01:34 PM
Say Anything, right? Well...
I'm driving home today and I pass a lone bicycle rider. He's huffing along at a pretty good clip in "the bike lane" on a very narrow-tire bicycle, probably a racing bike of some kind. But someone please answer me this:
Isn't there something out there besides spandex/euro-racing outfits people can buy for riding clothes? Something like, I don't know, ANYTHING without spandex?!?! :o
I know I shouldn't be so critical, but seriously, doesn't Columbia or L.L. Bean make a light weight alternative for bicycling that people like me wouldn't be embarrased to be seen in? [laugh]
So, I suppose you're saying you could tell what religion he is and how old too huh? [popcorn]
Quote from: fastwin on February 11, 2009, 03:33:46 PM
Mountain bike shorts are different from road shorts. Some even look like regular, loose fitting cargo type shorts but they have a inner vented padded short inside that you can't see. Does that make sense? The jerseys are basically the same for road and off road. Some folks still wear road shorts on mountain bikes but some mountain bikers look down on them. Weird but true. I have never worn my mountain bike shorts while riding my road bikes but I am sure it's do-able. Why not?
I also believe that they make a padded, vented inner short that you wear under your regular everyday hiking type shorts. Kind of like a padded Under Armour compression short. Sort of the same set up as the above described mountain bike short but a seperate inner short not attached like the MB short.
Confussed now?
More importantly why does one where those funny small clothes. Please explain Fastwin/ Ronr. I do know but I am sure you two could explain it more comprehensively.
Kirk
Quote from: Cher on February 11, 2009, 03:01:34 PM
Say Anything, right? Well...
I'm driving home today and I pass a lone bicycle rider. He's huffing along at a pretty good clip in "the bike lane" on a very narrow-tire bicycle, probably a racing bike of some kind. But someone please answer me this:
Isn't there something out there besides spandex/euro-racing outfits people can buy for riding clothes? Something like, I don't know, ANYTHING without spandex?!?! :o
I know I shouldn't be so critical, but seriously, doesn't Columbia or L.L. Bean make a light weight alternative for bicycling that people like me wouldn't be embarrassed to be seen in? [laugh]
Chaffing... i don't care if I look ridiculous in my road bicycling gear, but comfort over-rules appearances on a bicycle. Try riding on a saddle that is the size of your, for a lack of a better word, taint for 3+ hours. Padding in key areas is essential for any extended ride on a bicycle.
Quote from: bryant8 on February 11, 2009, 08:47:29 PM
... "any extended ride on a bicycle".... = PPP
(probable prostate problems) [laugh] [beer]
just sayin.
Quote from: RED on February 11, 2009, 09:10:42 PM
(probable prostate problems) [laugh] [beer]
just sayin.
Hence the proper gear for the activity [coffee]
Hey, modern day riding apparel is awesome. You have no idea what I had to ride with in the 70s when I raced. It was archaic! We'd stuff pages of newspapers up the front of our wool jerseys to block cold wind during the winter training rides! In races here and in Europe fans would stand at the top of climbs and hand pages of newspaper to the riders as they began the hilly/mountain descent for them to stuff up under their jerseys. Hell, I think I still have frostbite from some of those training rides and races! No wonder I don't like riding scooters this time of year!! Been there done that. :P
I have to hand it to all you guys and girls who ride and race. Seriously, the dedication and commitment needed to perform at this is one of the most admiralble endevours one can undertake and my hat is off to you all.
I tried the Mtn bike route back in the mid-'80's with a (then) new Diamondback top o the line bike. I rode (and still ride) the spokes off it as much as I could. But I never could keep up with the roadies so I stayed on the trails.
Quote from: bryant8 on February 11, 2009, 09:11:11 PM
Sorry to threadjack, but I've had a few drinks...
what's the point of having another board?
Is this the only forum you are on?
there are many forums out there to post on. I have really good friends (outside of my roomies) that wont post here anymore. Maybe they wanted a change. Maybe they want to be able to post something and not worry about PMs being passed around talking about that person and whether or not they should be banned. Maybe they want to post something and not worry about feeling guilty because someone deleted their account. Maybe they don't want to be controlled by Moderators. Maybe they want to be able to say anything in a say anything thread. Or talk politics in a political thread. Me personally, I love this forum and I'm gonna keep adding to it, but I'm not gonna wonder why Brian reads RC51 forums or BF reads vette forums.....
Quote from: RED on February 11, 2009, 08:58:50 AM
This is more of what I'm not inclined to say is promoting good riding habits. There's a reason I'm an older rider.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQ89yCYQRVg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQ89yCYQRVg)
So is Rossi a squid? He rides a Yamaha and rides a wheelie after his races, and have you seen video of him on the street, or on scooters?
Call the guy in the video what you will, but it looks to me like he has better bike control than 90% of the people that read this forum. Has anyone ridden with some of the faster people on this forum? I'm not talking about just being on the ride, I mean being upfront and watching some of the speeds, passes, etc... that go on?(I'm also talking about myself ;) ) I've ridden wih a few people on here and thought to myself......I better slow down a lil in this traffic. And FYI, that's bad if that's coming from me on the I-state.
Quote from: Cher on February 11, 2009, 03:01:34 PM
Say Anything, right? Well...
I'm driving home today and I pass a lone bicycle rider. He's huffing along at a pretty good clip in "the bike lane" on a very narrow-tire bicycle, probably a racing bike of some kind. But someone please answer me this:
Isn't there something out there besides spandex/euro-racing outfits people can buy for riding clothes? Something like, I don't know, ANYTHING without spandex?!?! :o
I know I shouldn't be so critical, but seriously, doesn't Columbia or L.L. Bean make a light weight alternative for bicycling that people like me wouldn't be embarrased to be seen in? [laugh]
Believe me, the transition from non-spandex wearer to "plum-smuggler" was an embarrassing stage in my development as a cyclist. :o (how you doin? ;)) It really comes down to a matter of comfort. Keep in mind that a cyclist usually pedals at a cadence of 80-100 RPM. Counting both the up and down pedal strokes, that equates to 160-200 times every minute that the inner thighs are rubbing. You want to have as little fabric getting in the way as possible and spandex happens to be the best way to achieve this. Road cyclists are in a static position most of the time compared to Mt. Bikers who can move around a lot and aren't in the saddle for extended periods like the "roadies", so they can get away with more fabric (most mt biking shorts do have some sort of spandex compression layer built in to prevent chafing.).
Hope this clears things up. Some people are just not meant to wear spandex and it can be a shocking thing for sure. I suggest you look up pictures of pro cyclists or maybe check out the Tour of California (http://www.amgentourofcalifornia.com/#4) starting Saturday to see examples of proper spandex physique. That might help. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on February 12, 2009, 04:15:16 AM
Is this the only forum you are on?
there are many forums out there to post on. I have really good friends (outside of my roomies) that wont post here anymore. Maybe they wanted a change. Maybe they want to be able to post something and not worry about PMs being passed around talking about that person and whether or not they should be banned. Maybe they want to post something and not worry about feeling guilty because someone deleted their account. Maybe they don't want to be controlled by Moderators. Maybe they want to be able to say anything in a say anything thread. Or talk politics in a political thread. Me personally, I love this forum and I'm gonna keep adding to it, but I'm not gonna wonder why Brian reads RC51 forums or BF reads vette forums.....
Well said. [thumbsup]
holy hell... the legend of dallas CL returns: http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1030797711.html
this weekend only!! lol.
though it would be fun to run naked. not sure how difficult mounting some monster-type of headlight on the forks would be though.
and for those of you wanting the feel of a real guitar for GH or RB for PS2 or PS3:
http://www.woot.com/ (http://www.woot.com/)
(http://sale.images.woot.com/Ashley_Rock_Axe_Full_Size_Rockband_and_Guitar_Hero_Controller_for_PS2_and_PS35ovDetail.jpg)
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on February 12, 2009, 08:53:10 AM
though it would be fun to run naked. not sure how difficult mounting some monster-type of headlight on the forks would be though.
oops, thought you were talking about hashing for a second there
heh, yeah... i'm still training to be able to keep up with you guys. i've only managed to log 35 miles since i got the nike + setup, but i've changed up shoes as of a few days ago, and i'm hoping that helps out my knee. i definitely want to try it out in the near future though.
can't promise i'll be naked, though i may have to go shirtless if it's too hot out. i don't deal well with the texas heat.
(http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk311/barneephife/misc/03a.jpg)
;D Just me and my margarita talkin' to the face in the finish - nothin' to see here, so keep moving - I love this pic - it's like avatar worthy wow - hey gotta go Valentine the weekend away ! ;D Hey keep moving !
Hey George,
There seems to be a typo on your profile. In addition to your 695, there's something about an '04 Hayabusa? Whaaa?
Quote from: dallas2r on February 14, 2009, 09:29:01 PM
Hey George,
There seems to be a typo on your profile. In addition to your 695, there's something about an '04 Hayabusa? Whaaa?
:o
Pictures or it didn't happen [evil]
Quote from: dallas2r on February 14, 2009, 09:29:01 PM
Hey George,
There seems to be a typo on your profile. In addition to your 695, there's something about an '04 Hayabusa? Whaaa?
Quote from: Cher on February 15, 2009, 03:28:39 AM
:o
Pictures or it didn't happen [evil]
Well, picked up a little something on Thursday ;):
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3173/3281521390_950e01db20.jpg?v=0)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3505/3281520868_a1b3987e03.jpg?v=0)
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3432/3275771016_35f449afc3.jpg?v=1234496551)
Still got some "bling" to remove...
HOLY SMOKES, CJ :o :o :o
Sch-weeet [thumbsup] [bow_down]
Might be time for a group ride somewhere... YEAH, BABY! [moto]
Wow, check out this bike! Interesting blend of 999 and 1098. Someone spent a lot of time, energy and $$$ on this!! Interesting... not sure what the point is but interesting none the less!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___999-with-1098-front-and-single-sided-swing-arm_W0QQitemZ300292741954QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item300292741954&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Motorcycles___999-with-1098-front-and-single-sided-swing-arm_W0QQitemZ300292741954QQddnZMotorcyclesQQddiZ2283QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item300292741954&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
Quote from: Cher on February 15, 2009, 06:29:22 AM
HOLY SMOKES, CJ :o :o :o
Sch-weeet [thumbsup] [bow_down]
Might be time for a group ride somewhere... YEAH, BABY! [moto]
Damn rice burners!!! [laugh] [moto] And, what's up with the neat, uncluttered garage?? Where's all the crap stacked up and piles of boxes and junk?? Can I put some of my crap over there... I've run out of room over here. ;D
Quote from: fastwin on February 15, 2009, 07:12:49 AM
Damn rice burners!!! [laugh] [moto] And, what's up with the neat, uncluttered garage?? Where's all the crap stacked up and piles of boxes and junk?? Can I put some of my crap over there... I've run out of room over here. ;D
I have room here. what bike(s)? leave keys :-*
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on February 15, 2009, 05:49:09 AM
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3432/3275771016_35f449afc3.jpg?v=1234496551)
Still got some "bling" to remove...
Leave "bling" there !! Looks cool ! Congrats on bike ! [moto] [beer] [moto]
Badass! [thumbsup]
Thanks all...btw the yoshi can is there to stay. [evil]
Quote from: fastwin on February 15, 2009, 07:12:49 AM
...And, what's up with the neat, uncluttered garage?? Where's all the crap stacked up and piles of boxes and junk??
That's funny since I started cleaning the garage
after these pics were taken.... [laugh]
Very Nice George!!!! I bet you could make it all the way to WV in about 3-4 hours on that thing. Should we expect you for a late dinner?? [laugh]
Quote from: dallas2r on February 14, 2009, 09:29:01 PM
There seems to be a typo on your profile. In addition to your 695, there's something about an '04 Hayabusa? Whaaa?
We were hoping to break it to you gently in person, but, there's been a big bout of 'Busa buying on the board...
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on February 15, 2009, 05:49:09 AM
Well, picked up a little something on Thursday
Hopefully nothing a little penicillin won't cure [thumbsup]
Seriously, congratz on the new ride... Sweeet ;D
I used the engine cleaner at the car wash for the first time today on my '99 Isuzu VehiCross' V-6.
I washed it off real quick, because that Simple Green-looking stuff will stain aluminum if you let it stay there too long.
It looked nice after that. So i decided to spray wax on the plastic parts. There were so many, so many plastic parts.....!
That looked good, too. So I decided to spray on the No-spot rinse....
Was I wrong?
Here's a rare find in Ducati heritage
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/1033416952.html (http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/1033416952.html)
Well I finally did it...........
Submitted the BLQ for the BOMB!
Lets see what happens. Keep an eye out for it.
DucPainter said about a month. There are a couple of bikes ahead of me! [thumbsup]
Um, yeah... Like MINE! [laugh] [cheeky]
Before I sold the 620 I had submitted a bunch of pix for the BoMB and they told me the same thing; three or four bikes in front of mine but they'd run it eventually.
what's the BOMB thing?
Quote from: muskrat on February 24, 2009, 12:44:35 PM
what's the BOMB thing?
Bike of the Moment, Baby ;D
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/ (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/)
[bang]
Quote from: Cher on February 24, 2009, 12:36:34 PM
Um, yeah... Like MINE! [laugh] [cheeky]
Before I sold the 620 I had submitted a bunch of pix for the BoMB and they told me the same thing; three or four bikes in front of mine but they'd run it eventually.
Lisa I will make sure I stay on them about it!! Actually I will ask about it. When did you submit yours?
Quote from: BigLoudQuack on February 24, 2009, 03:30:06 PM
Lisa I will make sure I stay on them about it!! Actually I will ask about it. When did you submit yours?
Both bikes are indeed worthy of being da BOMB. [thumbsup]
Wish I had a worthy bike. :P... [laugh] [laugh] Would love to see a local scooter (Yes, that includes your's Alan... you are just "distant local"! For now! [thumbsup]) That would be pretty darn cool. [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on February 24, 2009, 04:52:27 PM
Wish I had a worthy bike. :P... [laugh] [laugh] Would love to see a local scooter (Yes, that includes your's Alan... you are just "distant local"! For now! [thumbsup]) That would be pretty darn cool. [thumbsup]
Brian, wtf you have enough bikes to be the bomb for at least a year! All your bikes could!!!
And yes I'm a distant local (for now) but still a hard core member of the LSD group!!! And that will never change.
We're saving you a spot at the bar for when the great yellow one returns!! [laugh] [drink] [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on February 25, 2009, 03:59:52 PM
We're saving you a spot at the bar for when the great yellow one returns!! [laugh] [drink] [thumbsup]
Cool!! Tall rum and diet, no lime, no straw!! [drink]
Man I really miss you guys!!
I talked to my little brother yesterday (cory) for about an hour, he's doing good!!
After 3/4s of a year and a Madri Gras has he finally gotten used to NOLA? Hope so! Jen and Colin are going there over spring break. I have to stay home and ride herd over our needy dog and search for a job. :P Otherwise I'd be hanging out with Cory at Pat O'Brien's drinking a Hurricane while Jen and Co. do whatever!
Heard something kinda funny today when I was cruising around visiting friends at bike shops. We got around to talking about the idiotic federal law that just took effect regarding lead in kids toys and how that crippled all the bike shops by sticking them with thousands of kid dirtbikes and ATVs. I was told that Yamaha is getting around the law by re-labeling all their kid dirtbikes and ATVs for 16 year olds instead of 12 year olds!!! [laugh] [laugh] I laughed my ass off!! That's genius!! What a great way to screw an unbelievably stupid federal law!! [clap] [bow_down]
brian did you get my PM??
Did something happen to the board while we slept? ???
Maybe I just need some coffee.... [coffee]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on March 04, 2009, 03:42:42 AM
Did something happen to the board while we slept? ???
Maybe I just need some coffee.... [coffee]
1. Yes
2. Yes
Quote from: RED on March 04, 2009, 03:04:36 PM
;D. I know someone too that is very happy today!
Do tell... [wine]
Seriously. You can't just go saying stuff like that and then have NO DETAILS!?!? [laugh]
Fresh tires on order for April track day [thumbsup]
A few weeks to have fun with what's left of the Michelins.
Quote from: Cher on March 04, 2009, 06:32:38 PM
Seriously. You can't just go saying stuff like that and then have NO DETAILS!?!? [laugh]
I bet someone bought Tommy's R-6
...?
Quote from: RichD on March 04, 2009, 09:34:33 PM
I bet someone bought Tommy's R-6
...?
Ahh-HA!
[popcorn]
Quote from: Cher on March 05, 2009, 04:57:20 AM
Ahh-HA!
[popcorn]
OK, no holding out RED...hmm, and track-days right around the corner. [thumbsup]
[popcorn]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on March 05, 2009, 05:13:16 AM
OK, no holding out RED...hmm, and track-days right around the corner. [thumbsup]
[popcorn]
Yeah, RED; nothing like bringing a bazooka to a gunfight [thumbsup]
Actually, I'll save my personal annoucncement but will hopefully have some pics to show tonight of what I'm talking about. [popcorn]
I'm in LA on business and went by the Ducati Beverly Hills store.. What an amazing small little place.. I picked up 2 t-shirts (me and g/f), $162 incl. tax (wow!) but they gave me the typical sales pitch, limited edition / designers / beverly hills store... blah blah
Saw an amazing Monster 1100S custom paint in the window (got pic on iphone will post when I get back in town)... They had no Desmos, told me they sold their last one @ MSRP ($72K) about a month ago :/ (AMS has 2 and I'm contemplating a purchase LOL)... They also had some super cool Bimota bikes.. Big store, kosy atmosphere and pretty cool neighborhood... all in all very impressed :)
Wait a minute... you paid over $80 for a freaking t-shirt?? [roll] Beverly Hills my ass! Hey I've got a 996S that I'll let go for $60,000. Still cheaper than their Desmo... [laugh] And hey... is it a "Big store" or "an amazing little place"? Which is it? I think your central nervous system is still fried from the t-shirt purchase! ;D
By the way, since I don't know you, I'm just yanking your chain. Just kidding... although that is one pricey t-shirt. [bacon]
Quote from: dne1810 on March 07, 2009, 09:15:09 PM
I'm in LA on business and went by the Ducati Beverly Hills store.. What an amazing small little place.. I picked up 2 t-shirts (me and g/f), $162 incl. tax (wow!) but they gave me the typical sales pitch, limited edition / designers / beverly hills store... blah blah
Saw an amazing Monster 1100S custom paint in the window (got pic on iphone will post when I get back in town)... They had no Desmos, told me they sold their last one @ MSRP ($72K) about a month ago :/ (AMS has 2 and I'm contemplating a purchase LOL)... They also had some super cool Bimota bikes.. Big store, kosy atmosphere and pretty cool neighborhood... all in all very impressed :)
don't forget that "someone" lives in Frisco and can happily coordinate travel schedules, that way when you're out the Desmo you buy will be ridden properly and vice versa when I'm traveling. ;D
Quote from: fastwin on March 08, 2009, 08:37:51 AM
Wait a minute... you paid over $80 for a freaking t-shirt?? [roll] Beverly Hills my ass! Hey I've got a 996S that I'll let go for $60,000. Still cheaper than their Desmo... [laugh] And hey... is it a "Big store" or "an amazing little place"? Which is it? I think your central nervous system is still fried from the t-shirt purchase! ;D
By the way, since I don't know you, I'm just yanking your chain. Just kidding... although that is one pricey t-shirt. [bacon]
:)) I think I was just too excited LOL... it's a cozy place but fairly big store (bigger than AMS for sure) ;) She was really slick, I didn't even check price on the t-shirts then when I handed out my c/c to her she said something like "these are a little bit more expensive" and I replied that's fine... Then I got to sign a $162 bill LOL...
Quote from: muskrat on March 08, 2009, 08:55:19 AM
don't forget that "someone" lives in Frisco and can happily coordinate travel schedules, that way when you're out the Desmo you buy will be ridden properly and vice versa when I'm traveling. ;D
LOL...
Quote from: dne1810 on March 08, 2009, 10:49:32 AM
:)) I think I was just too excited LOL... it's a cozy place but fairly big store (bigger than AMS for sure) ;) She was really slick, I didn't even check price on the t-shirts then when I handed out my c/c to her she said something like "these are a little bit more expensive" and I replied that's fine... Then I got to sign a $162 bill LOL...
Maybe she thought you were with the government and you were handing her a stimulus credit card. [laugh] I love that..."a little bit more expensive". Famous last words. [bang] Hope you guys look marvelous in them! [thumbsup] Bet you those will never end up in the garage as polishing cloths!
I think I should give up street riding...
Quote from: Tommy on March 08, 2009, 02:37:09 PM
I think I should give up street riding...
Whaa? :-\ This would have nothing to do with the sirens about 45 seconds after y'all left The P?
Quote from: fastwin on March 08, 2009, 12:25:43 PM
Maybe she thought you were with the government and you were handing her a stimulus credit card. [laugh] I love that..."a little bit more expensive". Famous last words. [bang] Hope you guys look marvelous in them! [thumbsup] Bet you those will never end up in the garage as polishing cloths!
I honestly cannot comment on any of this t-shirt bizniz [bang] [laugh]
Quote from: Cher on March 08, 2009, 04:26:01 PM
Whaa? :-\ This would have nothing to do with the sirens about 45 seconds after y'all left The P?
no, but which bike is louder? R1 or R6?
I have the exact same kind of story from the Ferrari store in Rome.... Cool shirt I'd never seen before without a price tag.
Quote from: Cher on March 08, 2009, 04:26:01 PM
Whaa? :-\ This would have nothing to do with the sirens about 45 seconds after y'all left The P?
Zach, Catie and I went for a small ride to get some BBQ and on the way back "in a neighborhood" (it was a four lane) I decided to sneak around them at about 80-90 mph. I just happened to do it in front of Officer Gray of the Fort Worth Police Dept. You know what I'm thinking.... I just got a 97 in a 60 last month which I have not paid for yet and never appeared for court either..... I'm thinking great, here's a 40+ over speeding ticket and I am on an illegal motorcycle. He comes up and asks for my license, ins, and all that stuff. Looks at Z&C as they are pulling off and says, "you were going a little faster than them...." He goes back to his car with my license comes back 5 mins later laughing at me.... He says, "you are in so many ways non compliant, why would you even think about speeding?" Let's see.... there was the out of state drivers license, no motorcycle endorsement, R1 in another persons name and hasn't been registered for 9 months, no muffler (straight pipe, yes the neighborhood assoc. loves me ;) ) I'm assuming a bench warrant for my failure to appear last month, 80+ mph in a 40 zone......I'm sure there is more that I can't think of at the moment. The only thing I can think of to say is.... yes sir officer, I'm an idiot.... He then laughs again and says, "try not to speed the rest of the way home." As he's walking back to his cruiser, he yells back, "you be careful on Blue Bell." I'm thinking holy shit, how did he know I lived on Blue Bell? I gave him a KY license.... Apparently we live in a popular house with all the "toys" that are in the garage and in front of the house, they have stopped and talked to the roomie about the Unimog and all the different motorcycles. All I cared about was limping home as slowly and "quietly" as possible. So, moral of the story... slow the make the beast with two backs down.
Someone has not had a C&C. Just sayin... briefly [roll]
;D
Quote from: Tommy on March 08, 2009, 06:57:55 PM
Zach, Catie and I went for a small ride to get some BBQ and on the way back "in a neighborhood" (it was a four lane) I decided to sneak around them at about 80-90 mph. I just happened to do it in front of Officer Gray of the Fort Worth Police Dept. You know what I'm thinking.... I just got a 97 in a 60 last month which I have not paid for yet and never appeared for court either..... I'm thinking great, here's a 40+ over speeding ticket and I am on an illegal motorcycle. He comes up and asks for my license, ins, and all that stuff. Looks at Z&C as they are pulling off and says, "you were going a little faster than them...." He goes back to his car with my license comes back 5 mins later laughing at me.... He says, "you are in so many ways non compliant, why would you even think about speeding?" Let's see.... there was the out of state drivers license, no motorcycle endorsement, R1 in another persons name and hasn't been registered for 9 months, no muffler (straight pipe, yes the neighborhood assoc. loves me ;) ) I'm assuming a bench warrant for my failure to appear last month, 80+ mph in a 40 zone......I'm sure there is more that I can't think of at the moment. The only thing I can think of to say is.... yes sir officer, I'm an idiot.... He then laughs again and says, "try not to speed the rest of the way home." As he's walking back to his cruiser, he yells back, "you be careful on Blue Bell." I'm thinking holy shit, how did he know I lived on Blue Bell? I gave him a KY license.... Apparently we live in a popular house with all the "toys" that are in the garage and in front of the house, they have stopped and talked to the roomie about the Unimog and all the different motorcycles. All I cared about was limping home as slowly and "quietly" as possible. So, moral of the story... slow the make the beast with two backs down.
Day-um! You are - without question - The Luckiest Person, EVAH [bow_down] [bow_down]
ok I'll say it.. and you guys can make fun of me.. My business partner has an Indian Vintage Chief just before they closed the factory in 2000 I guess? Anyhow, all chromed out, black with beige saddle bags... I drove the thing from Santa Monica to Malibu up PCH and then back to Beverly Hills.. I'm officially in love!!! Had my cigar lit the whole way enjoying the view and the ride.. pics on my iPhone will post late, but omg what a nice bike and ride..I'm thinking I'll definitely pick one up and have it custom made soon...!!!
Speaking of Ducatis, I saw an S2R 800 @ Malibu Canyon mall (or something close to that name, it was where Nobu is on Malibu), waived at the guy but he probably thought I was nuts LOL..
well if you deck a cruiser out call me, got my own as well. would gladly show it to you. some will never understand the putting around feeling you get on a big fat ass cruiser. [thumbsup]
Quote from: muskrat on March 08, 2009, 11:08:27 PM
well if you deck a cruiser out call me, got my own as well. would gladly show it to you. some will never understand the putting around feeling you get on a big fat ass cruiser. [thumbsup]
what do you have? btw, my flight is scheduled 10AM tomorrow as I told you but now I have a meeting at 4pm so by the looks of it will be coming back Tuesday afternoon or maybe Wed.. After I catch up w/g/f who's going to kill me for being away so long will give you a buzz and take you up on that coffee/ducati offer ;)
Have a Roadstar, here's the link http://willtnt.smugmug.com/gallery/7025512_RdzZ7#477073670_LwxtR (http://willtnt.smugmug.com/gallery/7025512_RdzZ7#477073670_LwxtR)
now I'm going to catch hell for posting a non-Duc [evil] I will say that with 112 lbs of torque though it's a mega "Monster" Helps to have a long-stroke, very smooth and strong as an Ox.
I return Wed from traveling so lets say Thursday or Friday? maybe we can hit the "dinner" these guys post for pretty much every Thursday.
Quote from: muskrat on March 09, 2009, 07:39:55 AM
Have a Roadstar, here's the link http://willtnt.smugmug.com/gallery/7025512_RdzZ7#477073670_LwxtR (http://willtnt.smugmug.com/gallery/7025512_RdzZ7#477073670_LwxtR)
now I'm going to catch hell for posting a non-Duc [evil] I will say that with 112 lbs of torque though it's a mega "Monster" Helps to have a long-stroke, very smooth and strong as an Ox.
I return Wed from traveling so lets say Thursday or Friday? maybe we can hit the "dinner" these guys post for pretty much every Thursday.
sounds like a plan...will call you tomorrow around 4-5pm which is when I'll hopefully be home :)
Hmm, a 900 ss project perhaps.... ;)
Weather, schmweather, you can dodge the storms on the way back. Unless Mr. no-job takes you with the trailer.
I've got a truck and trailer but I'm out of town Thursday. Where is this bike?
And congrats on the new Duc [thumbsup] Very cool.
Good old Mr. Reddenbacker. ;)
Quote from: TresGatos on March 09, 2009, 07:49:36 PM
Good old Mr. Reddenbacker. ;)
wht the fuch does that mean dan?
why is it I only understand 36.298% of the shit that you post? (do tha math)
Reddenbacher makes popcorn.
Maybe I can give you a ride for the Duc.
BTW, thanks for bein' a friend - for reals [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on March 09, 2009, 08:04:16 PM
BTW, thanks for bein' a friend - for reals [thumbsup]
I might be drunk, but I still mean it , I/we love you man [thumbsup]
(not that there is anything wrong with that)
:o [clap]
Congrats man, sweet bike with lots of goodies [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on March 09, 2009, 07:49:29 PM
in a small country called Texas
smartass..........in Austin people, in Austin. saw that damn thing on ebay and just as I was looking at it my friend Jim sent me the link, of course I told him not to bid because you need another bike [beer]
there's a yellow one there too but not nearly as many mods and the guy wants the same cash you paid. [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
project-6 is in the stall
what? say it aint so.
here's some pics from my LA trip as promised.... sorry for IZ_ pics but they are from my iPhone :/
When I get a chance, I'll take a pic of the Ducati BH t-shirts too :)
(http://maroulis.com/dropbox/IMG_0229.JPG)
(http://maroulis.com/dropbox/IMG_0230.JPG)
and these are the Indian Chief Vintage Pics with a bunch of custom options and full chrome on engine... I still can't describe the riding sensation from Santa Monica up PCH to Malibu then back to Peninsula...
(http://maroulis.com/dropbox/IMG_0239.JPG)
(http://maroulis.com/dropbox/IMG_0242.JPG)
(http://maroulis.com/dropbox/IMG_0243.JPG)
that's a nice Indian.
I like the fact that it is in California with a Texas license plate! [thumbsup]
I'm sure someone will soon say, if they haven't already, why do you live in Texas, yuk? that's great to hear from the left Coast..........stay there and leave us alone. [cheeky]
Quote from: muskrat on March 12, 2009, 10:56:21 AM
I'm sure someone will soon say, if they haven't already, why do you live in Texas, yuk? that's great to hear from the left Coast..........stay there and leave us alone. [cheeky]
Personally I'd move to LA in a heartbeat.. but would still like to spend a couple of months a year in Dallas :)... I'm more of a West Coast guy than East.. btw Dax, will give you a buzz shortly getting ready to head out to a meeting...
I'd move back there for the riding but the people are always in my biz, that I can't stand. Maybe Big Bear or surrounding?
Quote from: muskrat on March 12, 2009, 10:56:21 AM
I'm sure someone will soon say, if they haven't already, why do you live in Texas, yuk? that's great to hear from the left Coast..........stay there and leave us alone. [cheeky]
yeah...that damn left coast with all of it's progressive policies, cool people and awesome weather and cool stuff to do and see.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on March 12, 2009, 12:52:41 PM
yeah...that damn left coast with all of it's progressive policies, cool people and awesome weather and cool stuff to do and see.
great weather for sure, the rest is up to the individual to determine.
The term progressive has varying meanings in different countries.
In some countries, the word refers to left-wing politics. For instance, in the United States, the term progressive emerged in the late 19th century into the 20th century in reference to a more general response to the vast changes brought by industrialization: an alternative to both the traditional conservative response to social and economic issues and to the various more radical streams of socialism and anarchism which opposed them.
http://abcdunlimited.com/ideas/progressivism.html (http://abcdunlimited.com/ideas/progressivism.html) :P
Quote from: Tommy on March 10, 2009, 08:50:40 PM
project-6 is in the stall
And the pics are??????
"WTF", I don't know what I'm talking about, saw em last night! Forgot in my drunken state of mind. D'oh!
Definately a sweet ride.
Better yet, hell lets ride!
this is officially driving me nuts... Just received my new NTTA toll tag for my monster and it's the sticker version.. I have no damn idea where to place it.. The most obvious place would be inside the windshield but it would look ugly imho.. .anyone on the same boat / any suggestions? :)
thanks
I lost my plastic one...ordered the sticker one on Saturday. No clue where to mount it on a hyper either???? I'm kinda guessing as long as my plates are on file with them, at least I can get out of whatever ticket they send me. I'm thinking about not even putting it on. Dunno for sure
Quote from: dne1810 on March 15, 2009, 11:55:20 AM
this is officially driving me nuts... Just received my new NTTA toll tag for my monster and it's the sticker version.. I have no damn idea where to place it.. The most obvious place would be inside the windshield but it would look ugly imho.. .anyone on the same boat / any suggestions? :)
thanks
your plate is registered so don't worry about it, they run your tags and charge accordingly. or you can run them like I sometimes do [evil]
yeah, as long as your plate number is properly linked to your tag, you can just ride without it...i've never bothered taking mine with me since it was never picked up.
or you can do license plate relocation and just not pay tolls... that was the nice part of my m750.
North of 121 is hard to run because the lines are too close to the walls and I'm not that crazy. All others have gaps and easy as hell to pass without being noticed. can you tell I HATE tolls? regressive tax!
it's not the tolls themselves that bother me so much as the freaking balance that i'm required to maintain on my tolltag.... especially when i might use the tolls like once every couple months.
balance required? you mean how close you have to ride to the sides to run them?
some traffic cop is probably monitoring me right now. hahahaha
?? no, i mean the $40 that i have in there at any given time...
oh I see.
Quote from: Adrenalix on March 15, 2009, 02:26:40 PM
I lost my plastic one...ordered the sticker one on Saturday. No clue where to mount it on a hyper either???? I'm kinda guessing as long as my plates are on file with them, at least I can get out of whatever ticket they send me. I'm thinking about not even putting it on. Dunno for sure
When I picked up mine I was told in the store to place under my seat, when I asked if it would register I was told not to worry as it was linked. With it under the seat it seams to register 50 % of the time on exits, for the main tollway I'm not sure if it registers or if the cameras get me but that has a lower hit rate.
Quote from: dne1810 on March 15, 2009, 11:55:20 AM
this is officially driving me nuts... Just received my new NTTA toll tag for my monster and it's the sticker version.. I have no damn idea where to place it.. The most obvious place would be inside the windshield but it would look ugly imho.. .anyone on the same boat / any suggestions? :)
This is the wrong group of people to be asking where to stick it... ;D
I never carry a tag on any vehicle. I like the little flashing re light & the bells [thumbsup]
As long as your plate is linked to your account, which you can check online, you're good.
I only have 2 tags, but 6 vehicles. I jump online & change my account to whichever vehicle I'll be driving ;D
So here's an update and advice.. NEVER order the frickin sticker, stick to the old school one.. I decided to place the sticker on my windshield as the booths would NOT work with the sticker anywhere (tried inside my helmet!, under my seat, in my jacket front pocket... nothing!). So I keep it there for 2 days and today decide it looks like sh*t and try to remove it. It left a LOT of glue residue so my buddy suggested to use some goof off... Well that's the end of my winshield, it looks like crap could have used nail polish and it would have turned out better...
so now, i'm on the market for a new windscreen... maybe I'll get the smoked out... who knows... but is it me or does it seem that you can't buy the DP stock windshield w/out shelling out $400+ for the complete part to include the fairing? ffs
that sucks mang... i would just rattle can the current one black [thumbsup]
so was it the goo gone that made the windscreen go to hell?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on March 18, 2009, 05:32:15 AM
that sucks mang... i would just rattle can the current one black [thumbsup]
+1
...or just go sans fly screen. [thumbsup]
Not a bad look at all:
(http://monster.ducatiusa.com/img/proitalia/monster5.jpg)
Quote from: dne1810 on March 17, 2009, 10:22:06 PM
So here's an update and advice.. NEVER order the frickin sticker, stick to the old school one.. I decided to place the sticker on my windshield as the booths would NOT work with the sticker anywhere (tried inside my helmet!, under my seat, in my jacket front pocket... nothing!). So I keep it there for 2 days and today decide it looks like sh*t and try to remove it. It left a LOT of glue residue so my buddy suggested to use some goof off... Well that's the end of my winshield, it looks like crap could have used nail polish and it would have turned out better...
so now, i'm on the market for a new windscreen... maybe I'll get the smoked out... who knows... but is it me or does it seem that you can't buy the DP stock windshield w/out shelling out $400+ for the complete part to include the fairing? ffs
Bummer... maybe try lighter fluid next time?
Again, as long as your plate is registered to your tolltag account, you do NOT need either the sticker or the tag on the vehicle.
I am going to start fighting this soon also. My old school toll tag bit the dust, and I have to run by and get a fresh one. I am not so worried about the toll booths, but more businesses are using them for parking access. My parking garage access at work is tied to my toll tag so I need to figure out how to make it work.
I was thinking of making a new old school toll tag with the new one. I was just going to stick it to a small piece of plexiglass and then I can keep it portable between the bikes. And then just toss it the top, clear, part of my tank bag. Do you all with new new tags think that this will work?
are you there
do you read me?
the kids will be here and so will Dan.....
Movie night at our house [thumbsup]
Hot Rod Trailer - &quot;Official&quot; Movie Trailer 2007 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PlrxUzKYoI#lq2-hq-vhq)
Pretty darn good pizza, friends I trust, 4 awesome kids [thumbsup], and a funny as hell movie.
Uh oh, a thread just died. :P
No, I detect a faint pulse.
I am not needed here.
***
Not yet
[roll] [roll]
;)
Quote from: UnionJill on March 18, 2009, 07:04:46 AM
I am going to start fighting this soon also. My old school toll tag bit the dust, and I have to run by and get a fresh one. I am not so worried about the toll booths, but more businesses are using them for parking access. My parking garage access at work is tied to my toll tag so I need to figure out how to make it work.
I was thinking of making a new old school toll tag with the new one. I was just going to stick it to a small piece of plexiglass and then I can keep it portable between the bikes. And then just toss it the top, clear, part of my tank bag. Do you all with new new tags think that this will work?
has something changed fairly recently? last i knew you couldn't use one toll tag between different vehicles.
Quote from: dne1810 on March 17, 2009, 10:22:06 PM
So here's an update and advice.. NEVER order the frickin sticker, stick to the old school one.. I decided to place the sticker on my windshield as the booths would NOT work with the sticker anywhere (tried inside my helmet!, under my seat, in my jacket front pocket... nothing!). So I keep it there for 2 days and today decide it looks like sh*t and try to remove it. It left a LOT of glue residue so my buddy suggested to use some goof off... Well that's the end of my winshield, it looks like crap could have used nail polish and it would have turned out better...
so now, i'm on the market for a new windscreen... maybe I'll get the smoked out... who knows... but is it me or does it seem that you can't buy the DP stock windshield w/out shelling out $400+ for the complete part to include the fairing? ffs
bring it over, I got the special thing just for that problem.......it's called rustoleum! I did it to mine and it looks better than the smoked screen. I'll be home tomorrow night around 8 p.m. from a trip or anytime Tuesday.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on March 22, 2009, 04:46:42 PM
has something changed fairly recently? last i knew you couldn't use one toll tag between different vehicles.
You can still change vehicles on the web site, but the toll tag is a sticker that you stick to the inside of your windshield much like your registration sticker.
They told me at the Tolltag store that since it's a bike, just throw the tag in a draw at the house and let them pick it off of the plate. But since I need it to get into the parking garage at work I have just thrown it in my tank bag for now.
Quote from: UnionJill on March 22, 2009, 07:29:06 PM
You can still change vehicles on the web site, but the toll tag is a sticker that you stick to the inside of your windshield much like your registration sticker.
They told me at the Tolltag store that since it's a bike, just throw the tag in a draw at the house and let them pick it off of the plate. But since I need it to get into the parking garage at work I have just thrown it in my tank bag for now.
yeah, i've used toll tags for several years...but what i was saying was that you couldn't have one set up for your bike, and then just carry it in your car as well; it's a one-to-one relationship. i think lisa said something about getting a nice little ticket from them a long while back when she used one of her tags for a different vehicle, simply because the plates didn't match the tag.
Yep, I've got one toll tag for two bikes. It's registered to the 999's plate number but you can go on-line and electronically "change" the plate number on the toll tag to accept another motorbike.
I forgot to do that once when I was on the 620 and ended up with a fine on our bill several months later since the plate numbers were different. It was a while back but from what I remember, the fine wasn't much.
they no longer fine you, just send you a bill for the increased amounts shown on the zip cash lanes. if tolltag users pay 55 cents someone without will pay 80 cents or so.
Woo-Hoo! Gonna go "run" some tolls [laugh]
I sound like a broken record but I can show you how to run them without getting charged. They have yet to catch my Duc, the cruiser on the other hand is a different story. I'll stop now before you get me started on toll taxes and how regressive they are.
Quote from: muskrat on March 23, 2009, 03:00:06 PM
they no longer fine you, just send you a bill for the increased amounts shown on the zip cash lanes. if tolltag users pay 55 cents someone without will pay 80 cents or so.
Hmm--I should, then, be getting a "bill" for about three on the George Bush.... [evil]
I'll send it to you instead since they are taking so much time with it. send cashiers check and I'll forward the payment tomorrow [thumbsup]
I'm excited about the ride on Sunday [thumbsup]
Go Karts Saturday? [popcorn]
Has anybody mentioned Tommy is a cock today? :)
Quote from: Ronr on March 23, 2009, 06:24:15 PM
Has anybody mentioned Tommy is a cock today? :)
ummmm..... yeah...
just checking
Mivv titaniums installed. Baffles removed. ;D
Just a minor mounting problem to overcome and it's time to shake, rattle, and roll. [beer]
Quote from: alexisonfire on March 23, 2009, 07:43:15 PM
Mivv titaniums installed. Baffles removed. ;D
Just a minor mounting problem to overcome and it's time to shake, rattle, and roll. [beer]
pics or it never happened
I know, I hate teasers too but it's smudgy as hell and dark outside. Better pics to follow.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t309/alexsgaxe/IMG_4264.jpg)
[beer]
it will look great on your bike. i was thinking last wednesday when i saw it, it would look awesome with some cool cans.....congrats [thumbsup]
Quote from: Tommy on March 23, 2009, 08:00:05 PM
[beer]
it will look great on your bike. i was thinking last wednesday when i saw it, it would look awesome with some cool cans.....congrats [thumbsup]
Thanks man.
Oh, btw. Shorty exhaust for sale. Best offer takes it. Dax I'm lookin your way.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t309/alexsgaxe/IMG_4269.jpg)
why would you sell me shorties? I have a standard set and the ones that came on the bike (shorties) already in the attic. What are you talking about? Oh, wanna see pics too. is it loud now?
Quote from: muskrat on March 23, 2009, 08:47:52 PM
why would you sell me shorties? I have a standard set and the ones that came on the bike (shorties) already in the attic. What are you talking about? Oh, wanna see pics too. is it loud now?
The baffles I removed from my exhaust are the shortys for sale. (see pic above)
Let's just put it this way, I can't hear the clutch at all above idle.
I'd have to see it. not sure.
Quote from: alexisonfire on March 23, 2009, 08:51:25 PM
The baffles I removed from my exhaust are the shortys for sale. (see pic above)
Let's just put it this way, I can't hear the clutch at all above idle.
that is a big problem i'm afraid....you need a much louder clutch.
Quote from: muskrat on March 23, 2009, 10:36:30 PM
I'd have to see it. not sure.
This is a joke gone horribly wrong and I know it must be if I have to explain it. My new Mivv slip ons came with removeable baffles (the last picture i posted). I have no need for them and because you love snatching up used exhaust systems, I figured I'd market them as "shortys". They're like 8 inches in overall length with a 3/4" diameter.
Ok, now lets talk $.
$2
??? The Vyper - proving that with enough overthinking even the Italians can turn a a rare lean cheetah into just another fat pyg !! [laugh]
http://www.ducatinewstoday.com/2009/03/ducati-to-enter-the-power-cruiser-market-with-the-vyper/#more-797 (http://www.ducatinewstoday.com/2009/03/ducati-to-enter-the-power-cruiser-market-with-the-vyper/#more-797)
I just wish the radiators were a little larger ! [laugh]
Quote from: Cyclone on March 24, 2009, 11:36:36 AM
??? The Vyper - proving that with enough overthinking even the Italians can turn a a rare lean cheetah into just another fat pyg !! [laugh]
http://www.ducatinewstoday.com/2009/03/ducati-to-enter-the-power-cruiser-market-with-the-vyper/#more-797 (http://www.ducatinewstoday.com/2009/03/ducati-to-enter-the-power-cruiser-market-with-the-vyper/#more-797)
I just wish the radiators were a little larger ! [laugh]
“The cruiser segment plateaued last year. The baby boomer market is dying out.†Oh well, good luck to Ducati with this one... Think I'd much rather see their new sport touring replacement (i.e., a bike with full fairings and proper wind protection). Leave the hyper-crusier "market" to the V-Max and V-Rod (geez,
that Harley sold really well [bang] ).
buy a Roadstar and have more torque for $6k less. 43,000 miles and only oil and tire changes......ok I did some engine mods but purely for fun.
Quote from: muskrat on March 24, 2009, 02:57:56 PM
buy a Roadstar and have more torque for $6k less. 43,000 miles and only oil and tire changes......ok I did some engine mods but purely for fun.
Yeah, but everybody thinks it's a harley
only you do, but I'll let it slide this time. after all, you did come straight from the hospital with monkey blood on your hand still. [bow_down]
It was the morphine and Shiner talking
great combination! ;D
The camera microphone didn't do the best job picking up the bass. This is baffles removed.
http://s163.photobucket.com/albums/t309/alexsgaxe/?action=view¤t=MVI_4306.flv
Quote from: alexisonfire on March 24, 2009, 06:14:08 PM
The camera microphone didn't do the best job picking up the bass. This is baffles removed.
http://s163.photobucket.com/albums/t309/alexsgaxe/?action=view¤t=MVI_4306.flv
oh yeah.... that's the stuff!!
Congrats man, that sounds awesome.
sounds AWESOME! leaves the baffles OUT.
Looks/sounds good!
I bought a new Dainese back protector for track days. I thought my 1pc suit was snug before but now... yeesh
That is just the right combination of clutch clatter and exhaust loudness
+1
Me too. Baffles out. [thumbsup]
Nice story and write up on the last of the S4RS bikes.
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Mar/s4rs.htm (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2009/Mar/s4rs.htm)
Quote from: daddy Duc on March 30, 2009, 08:15:44 AM
I am also looking to set up the track challenge 999 vs Busa vs R1 ..... winner take all.
What do you think, maybe each of us put up like $500 with the best bike taking the prize.
You're going against an R1 and a Busa?
[popcorn]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on March 30, 2009, 08:18:18 AM
You're going against an R1 and a Busa?
[popcorn]
ooh! We can do a mini cannonball run.... Muenster run...... Loser buys lunch and has to wash winner's bike
North Eastie meet anytime soon? We've got a big enough group up in the Plano / Frisco area to do a miniature meet weekly or every other week. I wanna see Jim's new ride as well.
Should this be a new topic?
Quote from: alexisonfire on March 30, 2009, 12:27:44 PM
North Eastie meet anytime soon? We've got a big enough group up in the Plano / Frisco area to do a miniature meet weekly or every other week. I wanna see Jim's new ride as well.
Should this be a new topic?
Post a new topic, one thing is for sure.....if you plan it, they will come [bacon]
Cool, I'll post something up tonight.
I just finished my first clutch fluid flush. I was a little nervous but i nailed it pretty easily in about 20 minutes.
I'm sure I have a leaking slave cylinder for the following reasons:
First, my clutch fluid reservoir level has been steadily depreciating during my 9 months of ownership. Dax points at it quite often and I tell him, "Ya ill do something about it sooner or later."
Second, while flushing the system I noticed three droplets that had fallen underneath the bike. The trail led to the bottom of the slave cylinder housing. I checked the bolts and everything was tight. Looks like the seal has gone.
Any input? I'll probably use this as an excuse to go with an aftermarket slave. Recommendations?
Quote from: Tommy on March 30, 2009, 12:30:20 PM
Post a new topic, one thing is for sure.....if you plan it, they will come [bacon]
+1 ;D
Quote from: alexisonfire on March 30, 2009, 02:35:10 PM
Cool, I'll post something up tonight.
I just finished my first clutch fluid flush. I was a little nervous but i nailed it pretty easily in about 20 minutes.
I'm sure I have a leaking slave cylinder for the following reasons:
First, my clutch fluid reservoir level has been steadily depreciating during my 9 months of ownership. Dax points at it quite often and I tell him, "Ya ill do something about it sooner or later."
Second, while flushing the system I noticed three droplets that had fallen underneath the bike. The trail led to the bottom of the slave cylinder housing. I checked the bolts and everything was tight. Looks like the seal has gone.
Any input? I'll probably use this as an excuse to go with an aftermarket slave. Recommendations?
You can easily remove the three screws that hold on the slave cylinder, and check the inside area for a leak. You can also check the o-ring seal that goes around the push rod that pushes the clutch pressure plate. I think that one is more for preventing motor oil from getting in the slave, but mainly look for clutch fluid in that area where there shouldn't be any. Not sure if the slave piston has replaceable seals, although it should. I hear they are notorious for leaking, and is one of the reasons many people go to an aftermarket slave.
I'm one of the "many people" he is referring to. [laugh] All my Ducs have Evoluzione clutch slaves. Many other good aftermarket ones out there. I am sure they all work better than the stocker. Leaks or not they make clutch lever pull much better, probably 20-30% easier for sure. A lifesaver in a stop and go traffic jam. Reduces the arm pump and hand cramp to Jap bike levels! [laugh] [thumbsup] [moto]
I shouldn't expect any fluid to come flowing out by removing the slave cylinder should I? (unscrewing the 3 mounting bolts)
Well, other than leaking clutch fluid. :-\
Quote from: alexisonfire on March 30, 2009, 05:32:03 PM
I shouldn't expect any fluid to come flowing out by removing the slave cylinder should I? (unscrewing the 3 mounting bolts)
Well, other than leaking clutch fluid. :-\
Not at all. Should be quite dry. The red o-ring keeps the oil from getting from the engine into the slave (and vise versa in your case :) )
Cracked it open and there was my fresh brake fluid sitting right there on the slave flange. Guess I've got a leaky piston seal. Who has the best deal on Evoluzione?
Quote from: Ronr on March 30, 2009, 06:11:24 PM
Not at all. Should be quite dry. The red o-ring keeps the oil from getting from the engine into the slave (and vise versa in your case :) )
Actually, after looking at mine, the motor oil can splash up into the slave area where the clutch push rod is up against the slave piston. The o-ring prevents the motor oil (and leaking hydraulic fluid) from leaking out of the slave cylinder onto the engine case.
Don't know of any good deals going on lately.
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360543888.jpg)
Quote from: alexisonfire on March 30, 2009, 06:53:41 PM
Cracked it open and there was my fresh brake fluid sitting right there on the slave flange. Guess I've got a leaky piston seal. Who has the best deal on Evoluzione?
I've never found any real "deals" on Evoluzione clutch slaves. I have just bought them online through Evoluzione. Several companies make clutch slaves, you might find an alternative brand for less money. I have never heard that one was more awesome than the others. Just picked Evoluzione from it's reputation, great quality, quick delivery, it worked as stated so I bought one for each of my Ducs. End of story. [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on April 05, 2009, 04:27:54 PM
it worked as stated so I bought one for each of my Ducs. End of story. [thumbsup]
Did they have to work overtime at the factory just for you? [cheeky]
I am jonesing for a new motorcycle, is that bad? I've barely ridden the 900.... The new R1 or a 999s would be nice. What the hell is wrong with me?
although the new CBR1000RR is damn sexy, and feels like a 600 when you sit on it
So I went to the doctor today because, well, I just felt like I needed to. After pissing in a cup and all the basic routine checks, she started questioning me. 20 mins later she strongly suggested I go see her shrink and prescribed me blood pressure meds and anti depressants......... Damn..... never felt more crazy in my life until she started telling me that I was.....
vodka
tequila
captain morgan
and many others are also good meds. ;D
Quote from: muskrat on April 06, 2009, 07:22:37 PM
vodka
tequila
captain morgan
and many others are also good meds. ;D
All 3 are good friends, unfortunately.....
but, they aren't always best :-\
How f#@king awesome is this??? Quick... someone loan me $52K! Just awesome!!!
http://www.motorcycledaily.com/06april09_supermono.htm (http://www.motorcycledaily.com/06april09_supermono.htm)
Damn that's nice, and only 300 lbs
Quote from: Samsonite on April 06, 2009, 05:32:04 PM
So I went to the doctor today because, well, I just felt like I needed to. After pissing in a cup and all the basic routine checks, she started questioning me. 20 mins later she strongly suggested I go see her shrink and prescribed me blood pressure meds and anti depressants......... Damn..... never felt more crazy in my life until she started telling me that I was.....
Well, gee Beaver it's not like you've got anything going on in your life at the moment! [bang] Remember that little Christmas gift I gave you? Now's a good time for that. Take her advice, she knows best. From what I hear high bp is the main killer of men. Contrary to most who think it's women. :o It seems that you're the type who'd like to be around to see his kids grandbabies. [thumbsup]
Hang in there, man; better living through chemistry.
Quote from: Cher on April 08, 2009, 05:19:35 AM
Hang in there, man; better living through chemistry.
[bow_down] [bow_down] Amen Sister!! Amen. I'm a true believer in that concept!! [bow_down] [bow_down]
i just drink to solve my problems. it works pretty well.
Quote from: Samsonite on April 06, 2009, 05:32:04 PM...20 mins later she strongly suggested I go see her shrink and prescribed me blood pressure meds and anti depressants......... Damn..... never felt more crazy in my life until she started telling me that I was.....
You should try living with an un-diagnosed Schitzo.
(after reflecting on that statement: I think you already may have [roll] )
THAT will make an even keeled person (like myself) feel nuts.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on April 08, 2009, 09:01:52 AM
i just drink to solve my problems. it works pretty well.
Here Here!! [beer]
-You missed your calling ...shoulda' been a medical doctor.
yeah...probably not the best advice but it works, to a point. [thumbsup] so [beer]
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on April 08, 2009, 05:44:25 PM
yeah...probably not the best advice but it works, to a pint. [thumbsup] so [beer]
fixed it
Got some new Pilot Powers put on the 900 today, Rust is the man [bow_down]
then Zach and I met RichD at Rockfish for beers and dinner. RichD, thanks again, I owe you one [beer]
had a great time today at lunch [thumbsup] we should do it again
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360866670.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360866683.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360866699.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360866706.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360866712.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360866723.jpg)
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/360866742.jpg)
CDC, thanks again [bow_down]
Quote from: Samsonite on April 08, 2009, 08:35:01 PM
had a great time today at lunch [thumbsup] we should do it again
CDC, thanks again [bow_down]
Looks like fun. The place looks pretty empty; did you scare off the other guests again. [laugh]
did Dan miss his flight to Hawaii? festive shirt ;D
http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/sfo/672031640.html (http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/sfo/672031640.html)
Quote from: dallas2r on April 08, 2009, 09:40:45 PM
http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/sfo/672031640.html (http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/sfo/672031640.html)
Have you ever wanted superpowers? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMJq-aGg1bQ&feature=player_embedded#ws-lq-lq2-hq-vhq-hd)
i need to make this a daily thing: http://www.bikeexif.com/ (http://www.bikeexif.com/)
Quote from: ââ,,¢Â£ McKraut ââ,,¢Â£ on April 10, 2009, 05:36:54 AM
i need to make this a daily thing:Ã, http://www.bikeexif.com/ (http://www.bikeexif.com/)
Wow, what a great site!
Is our super secret site down?
I just wondered the same thing.
We've been hacked
(http://www.geektimes.com/michael/site/archive/2003/05/images/evil-agent-smith.jpg)
son of a ......... all those good jokes now gone! damnit!
(http://nostarch.com/images/hacking_big.jpg)
have faith people.... the board is being upgraded by BP and it will be better than ever [thumbsup]
but we lost everything :'(
Quote from: muskrat on April 10, 2009, 06:36:28 PM
but we lost everything :'(
but with your posting...... wont take long
ditto
we're back on pregnant doges
www.dfwducati.com (//http://)
Please reregister!!
Quote from: Samsonite on April 10, 2009, 07:18:05 PM
we're back on pregnant doges
www.dfwducati.com (//http://) (//http://) (//http://)
Please reregister!!
still waiting 30 minutes later for my email verification and of course nothing on spam folder... :/
+1
oh, thought you were going to dinner with Jen. call me, if you're awake by noon, about tomorrow.
Quote from: Samsonite on April 10, 2009, 06:35:48 PM
have faith people.... the board is being upgraded by BP and it will be better than ever [thumbsup]
Bobspapa? I'm guessing bp means jim?
Quote from: muskrat on April 10, 2009, 07:32:14 PM
+1
oh, thought you were going to dinner with Jen. call me, if you're awake by noon, about tomorrow.
actually turns out the brunch is Sunday.. so I'm free tomorrow (minus some meetings) but make the beast with two backs 10AM too early for me :)... will call u shortly
Quote from: Samsonite on April 10, 2009, 07:18:05 PM
we're back on pregnant doges
www.dfwducati.com (//http://) (//http://) (//http://)
Please reregister!!
Damn, registering with this iPhone can be a wrist intensive process, I imagine a lot like for girls masturbating
[popcorn]
Quote from: fastwin on April 10, 2009, 08:38:13 PM
I know I shouldn't say this but... huh? I guess this is legal since threadjacks don't count on this thread. [laugh] The whole wrist/Iphone thing lost me. [cheeky]
Yeah, lost me too. Unless he's using it one-handedly, which makes it kinda difficult to hang on to and type, so that could be it. Maybe just getting used to a new handheld device can be a challenge. ;)
I think he was [drink] when responding. however, I think I got it.
New clutch slave cylinder is on ;D. Bleeding air manually sucks. >:(
Next in line, countershaft sprocket.
Quote from: muskrat on April 11, 2009, 06:58:54 AM
I think he was [drink] when responding. however, I think I got it.
oh yeah...i was a bit hammered...
Quote from: alexisonfire on April 16, 2009, 09:17:10 PM
New clutch slave cylinder is on ;D. Bleeding air manually sucks. >:(
Next in line, countershaft sprocket.
just make sure you put it on correct side facing out.... because it'll go on either way, but one way is right, the other isn't. just sayin'. otherwise it's super-easy.
I stole this link off a General Monster Forum thread. Holy s#@t!!! When too much is just enough!!!
http://motorcycledaily.com/22april09_1100cc2stroke.htm (http://motorcycledaily.com/22april09_1100cc2stroke.htm)
Quote from: fastwin on April 24, 2009, 05:17:42 PM
I stole this link off a General Monster Forum thread. Holy s#@t!!! When too much is just enough!!!
http://motorcycledaily.com/22april09_1100cc2stroke.htm (http://motorcycledaily.com/22april09_1100cc2stroke.htm)
250HP + 160 ft. lbs torque + 340 lb wet weight = :o
My meager brain can't even fathom the sensation of a bike like that. wow...
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on April 17, 2009, 07:38:04 AM
oh yeah...i was a bit hammered...
just make sure you put it on correct side facing out.... because it'll go on either way, but one way is right, the other isn't. just sayin'. otherwise it's super-easy.
The AFAM sprocket supplied is symmetrical (consider a datum plane perpendicular to the shaft it slides on to that bisects the sprocket). Several measurements confirmed this.
There doesn't appear to be a "correct side".
hmm...don't have my 14t in front of me, but i remember there being some difference. besides the pitch difference from 520 to 525 maybe there's some other difference between them. i can tell you that i was most definitely scolded for it though.
My 15T was for a 520 chain, so is the 14T.
I was concerned too as the 15T sprocket I pulled from the bike does not have the same physical appearance as the 14T supplied (other than quantity of teeth). The stock 15T has a cut out the shape of the retaining plate on one side.
I confirmed on the AFAM website that the model number printed on the 14T matches my year and model. I'll probably pull it apart to make sure there isn't any irregular wear.
Interesting read on Ducati dealers nationally.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36407 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36407)
Quote from: fastwin on May 04, 2009, 02:53:53 PM
Interesting read on Ducati dealers nationally.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36407 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36407)
Cool [thumbsup]
There's a very cool FACTORY 1098s at AMS-Dallas.
Matte black - silver frame - silver wheels - Ti Termi slip ons - CF add ons - Black PC swingarm - 1098R rearsets
Aparently ordered by a famous actor
I graduated college last saturday....as of 9 May 2009, I'm an alumni of Tarleton State University. 8)
Quote from: WonderBoy on May 11, 2009, 11:40:21 AM
I graduated college last saturday....as of 9 May 2009, I'm an alumni of Tarleton State University. 8)
Congrat's man, great accomplishment [clap] [thumbsup] [beer]
Quote from: WonderBoy on May 11, 2009, 11:40:21 AM
I graduated college last saturday....as of 9 May 2009, I'm an alumni of Tarleton State University. 8)
aWeSoMe!!! [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Quote from: WonderBoy on May 11, 2009, 11:40:21 AM
I graduated college last saturday....as of 9 May 2009, I'm an alumni of Tarleton State University. 8)
DFB/WonderBoy,
I'm with Scott on this one... awesome!! My neice and her husband both graduated from there and now they both are teachers at Happy Hill Academy in Granbury. They both liked Tarleton State, they were Ag students and graduated with Ag degrees.
Congrats to you!! That's a big deal for sure. Next time I see you the next beer is on me!
Take care!!
fastwin
Bayliss testing out the GP9 [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down]
(http://resources.motogp.com//files/images/xy/2009/MotoGP/n498842_Bayliss_01.preview.jpg)
14t best mod so far [thumbsup]
wondeboy congrats on graduation not many can stick it out (me for one) [clap]
wonder if i can get bayliss to come test ride my bike? [laugh]
Thanks everyone for the congrats! Now if only I could find a job....and a bike... 8)
wonder - congrats
Any handgun enthusiasts out there?
Guns scare me. I think they should be banned. [laugh] [cheeky] ;D [drink]
have more than enough to share. need one?
Bought a Sig 9mm last week. Lookin for a shootin buddy.
226? 228?
229
(http://www.sigsauer.com/upFiles/catalog/product/P229-detail-L.jpg)
Sweeeet. Thought the 229s were .40SW? Are they making 229s in 9mm? I guess if you have one then they obviously are. [bang] Now you need a Streamlight M3 light for that tac rail. [thumbsup] Get a bunch of spare mags before a certain government bans them. :P Just saying...
well just got time between projects to sign in and say hello....so....HELLO! ;D
I am a sig fan. I have the P250 that I carry daily. Fantastic pistols.
I am one of the few that will advise AGAINST a rail mounted lightfor several reasons, but that is just me. First, you sweep everything and everyone with your gun when clearing a house. Second, you are telling the badguy that your head is about 18 inches above the light. I carry my flashlight out to the side for this very reason. Shoot at the light and you MAY hit my arm.
Is there a reason you chose a DAO gun?
Consistent trigger pull, and a rather light one. I carried a Glock 22 when I was police. Loved the pistol, but like the double strike ability incase of a light primer strike. You don't always have time to chamber a new round.
Have you thought about an ECQC class?
Quote from: Slag on May 14, 2009, 12:59:46 PM
Consistent trigger pull, and a rather light one. I carried a Glock 22 when I was police. Loved the pistol, but like the double strike ability incase of a light primer strike. You don't always have time to chamber a new round.
Have you thought about an ECQC class?
I like the light SA pull. I never mess with DA. I get one in the chamber, leave the hammer up as my safety. Pull the hammer back when im ready to fire and SA from then on. Im sure your law enforcement experience has led you to some wise firearm decisions (especially concealed).
No clue what ECQC is.
Extreme close quarters combat. Post up onthe other board and we'll talk about it.
Quote from: alexisonfire on May 14, 2009, 06:00:10 AM
Bought a Sig 9mm last week. Lookin for a shootin buddy.
lets go, there's a place on 15th & Parker in Plano.
Quote from: muskrat on May 14, 2009, 01:52:17 PM
lets go, there's a place on 15th & Parker in Plano.
Do those two intersect? I think you mean Parker and K Ave. I know there are several on or around K Ave.
Quote from: fastwin on May 14, 2009, 01:55:55 PM
I know about 500 experienced instructors including myself that would disagree with that method. 99.9% of them would say you need to master the trigger system as is. Learn to control that first long trigger pull as it transitions to SA. I wouldn't recommend fumbling around thumb cocking the hammer for your first shot while in the middle of stress fire. No more than I would recommend thumb cocking a 1911 or revolver. Cocked and locked on 1911s and double action only on revolvers. Efficiency of motion, nothing extra.
Even though I threw out the M3 rail light suggestion Slag does have a good point regarding low light/night fire. I am a big fan of using hand held Surefires. Lots of different deployment options from Harries technique to Rogers-Surefire (which I favor) to others. Rail or hand held, you just flash the area anyway rather than constant on. Looks cool on TV having it constantly on but it will get you shot in real life. Flash the light and move, flash the light and move... make them shoot where you were not where you are. My two cents.
Very good post!
Quote from: alexisonfire on May 14, 2009, 02:04:40 PM
Do those two intersect? I think you mean Parker and K Ave. I know there are several on or around K Ave.
whatever.
Quote from: muskrat on May 14, 2009, 02:50:17 PM
whatever.
Let me know when you're available. You're typically busier than I am.
Sunday, Monday or maybe Tuesday after school. I'm traveling the rest of the week.
Quote from: fastwin on May 14, 2009, 10:30:02 PM
If I could delete my PMs about this I would. Do whatever you want with your firearm purchase. My opinion is just that. It means zero. Figure it out for yourself, just like I did. What I think shouldn't mean shit about what you do or what you think you want to do. My opinion on this topic doesn't mean any more than a motorcycle related topic. Knock yourself out. If you feel comfortable doing something then who am I to suggest otherwise. Sorry for the "holier than thou" recommendations. I'm now officially done with this topic. Gee, isn't this a bike board after all? [laugh]
I don't know anything about your PMs but I thought your earlier post was good. I carry my 1911 cocked and locked, and if I carried my Berettas I would be happy with the first shot being double action and the remaining shots being single action. Whatever you practice with. I'd love to get some proper training because I'm sure I have personal habits that should be fixed based on real world situations.
On a lighter note. :D
(http://www.thesmashsite.com/_img/t-shirts/people_texas/t3.jpg)
Haha- only when provoked! ;D
Cool story about a local guy! Congrats to him!! [clap] I'll keep my eye out for that bike on the streets.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36556 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36556)
Quote from: andym on May 15, 2009, 09:59:26 AM
On a lighter note. :D
Shopping in Texas? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vt7FDTpzGvo#lq-lq2-hq-vhq)
That's funny... my sister sent that to me too! [thumbsup]
More horn tooting for DNA... which is a good thing I guess. [thumbsup]
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36618 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=36618)
Nice 2006 S2R1000 at SWSBKs on ebay. I would say that 48 miles is considered "low mileage"!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2006-DUCATI-MONSTER-S2R-1000cc_W0QQitemZ260412967196QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item3ca1d2891c&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2006-DUCATI-MONSTER-S2R-1000cc_W0QQitemZ260412967196QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item3ca1d2891c&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A317%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318)
We may need to start a drunk thread...
Heh... Ron said "protuberance"
Thank god for tank bags...
(http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g240/happywafflemonkey/photo.jpg)
Very nice! Be sure to point them in another direction when opening.
Some people cannot live without drama. We left because were pushed out by a few members who did not like any topic other than motorcycles. We left because ‘boobies’ became a profanity to some. We left to end the drama over here.
So why read the other board and then pregnant dog about its content via PM over here? YOU are the drama, not us. We have kept to ourselves as much as practical, without completely giving up on the DFWM.
The DFWM has slowed to a trickle. That is what you wanted, right? No white noise was your goal. Now you read my board and pregnant dog about its content over here?
I am both amazed and disgusted.
Peace. I'm out.
[puke] now, who the hell is complaining now and about what?
Amazing. [roll]
No, wait. Why do you return if you left? What is possibly here for you to enjoy? After all, we have slowed to a "trickle". Isn't that what you wanted? Just wondering? You have your own board. Why even mess with this one? Just asking. ???
1. Admit nothing
2. Deny everything
3. Make counter-accusations
Quote from: Ronr on June 27, 2009, 08:15:16 PM
1. Admit nothing
2. Deny everything
3. Make counter-accusations
didn't the UN pass a resolution on this shit? Oh, sorry it was the League of Nations.......all the same I guess [laugh]
Peace & boobies!
Quote from: fastwin on June 27, 2009, 07:49:34 PM
Amazing. [roll]
No, wait. Why do you return if you left? What is possibly here for you to enjoy? After all, we have slowed to a "trickle". Isn't that what you wanted? Just wondering? You have your own board. Why even mess with this one? Just asking. ???
I post here because there are still good people here.
I post here because people spew very bad information and no one corrects them because of how PC you have become. Working on your bike voids the warranty? Come on! I would hope that most members knew that was bullshit, but no one stepped up to say so.
I post here because I live in this region, and do not want to talk to people in California about local events.
I joined this group for recreation and entertainment. I joined this group due to a shared interest in motorcycles. Your intolerance pushed me away. I still read here, but post very little. I have not deleted my account at any time. How many times have you deleted yours? How many times have you said that you were done here? I would guess at least 5 times, maybe more. You constantly delete your account, yet you ask why I am here?
Have you ever asked yourself why YOU are here?
Yes, we post on another board. We have to. Why? Because 3 or 4 very vocal people raised so much hell that it silenced over 40. I post here and get comments such as ‘karma is a pregnant dog’ in my wreck thread.
Your little triumvirate here pushes away anyone who disagrees with you. Your tactics are rudimentary, but they somehow work. You cause a little drama, and then whine like hell to the mods when someone steps up and defends themselves. It is really quite pathetic. It works because the mods do not have time to read every post on this board and cannot sort it all out. They are also not privy to the nasty PMs that you guys shoot out.
The real question is whether or not you will even read this.
Well, I must go. I know that this sounds just horrible, but we are going on a group ride. We are going to have fun.
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/boobie-dance-2-big-1.jpg)
Well, new bike Spring Fever has arrived a little late at the Boyd household. Alan's looking at a Kawasaki ZX14 as a replacement for his Sprint ST. He's looked around at several different things (Multi, new Sprint, 'Busa, K-bike, etc.) but really likes the looks (and overall cheapness to maintain, infinite supply of trick AND cheap after-market parts - like hard cases ;D ) that the Kawasaki appears to have.
I know there are several board members with Hayabusas (this is Kawis "answer" for that particular bike) but my question is, does anyone have any experience with the ZX14 or any other newer Kawasaki? Are there any "good" Kawasaki dealers around, etc., etc....
Quote from: Slag on June 28, 2009, 04:17:28 AM
I post here because there are still good people here.
I post here because people spew very bad information and no one corrects them because of how PC you have become. Working on your bike voids the warranty? Come on! I would hope that most members knew that was bullshit, but no one stepped up to say so.
I post here because I live in this region, and do not want to talk to people in California about local events.
I joined this group for recreation and entertainment. I joined this group due to a shared interest in motorcycles. Your intolerance pushed me away. I still read here, but post very little. I have not deleted my account at any time. How many times have you deleted yours? How many times have you said that you were done here? I would guess at least 5 times, maybe more. You constantly delete your account, yet you ask why I am here?
Have you ever asked yourself why YOU are here?
Yes, we post on another board. We have to. Why? Because 3 or 4 very vocal people raised so much hell that it silenced over 40. I post here and get comments such as ‘karma is a pregnant dog’ in my wreck thread.
Your little triumvirate here pushes away anyone who disagrees with you. Your tactics are rudimentary, but they somehow work. You cause a little drama, and then whine like hell to the mods when someone steps up and defends themselves. It is really quite pathetic. It works because the mods do not have time to read every post on this board and cannot sort it all out. They are also not privy to the nasty PMs that you guys shoot out.
The real question is whether or not you will even read this.
Well, I must go. I know that this sounds just horrible, but we are going on a group ride. We are going to have fun.
Oh, I read it. I respect what you say. I never saw the karma is a pregnant dog post. I am sorry to hear about that. Being hit by a car is not funny. Enjoy your ride today.
Lisa, the ZX14 is fast as hell and easy to ride. I test rode that bike twice and doing 100 is so easy you can't believe it. The Kawi dealer in Carrollton probably wont let me ride another bike again though after some 30 plus miles. I've never ridden a busa so can't say how similar they are. Also, ridden an FJR and was duly impressed.
Quote from: muskrat on June 28, 2009, 07:26:06 PM
Lisa, the ZX14 is fast as hell and easy to ride. I test rode that bike twice and doing 100 is so easy you can't believe it. The Kawi dealer in Carrollton probably wont let me ride another bike again though after some 30 plus miles. I've never ridden a busa so can't say how similar they are. Also, ridden an FJR and was duly impressed.
Cool. The ZX14 is a BAD looking bike... easily two inches longer than my car :o Hopefully Alan can find a dealer who will let him ride one AND a 'Busa [thumbsup]
That will be tough. Don't see many Kawi/Suzook shops letting anyone go for a demo spin on those bikes. Liability issues. If Alan wants to go for a Busa spin he is always welcome to ride mine. The latest ZX14s have their ECUs set up for better fueling. The early year bikes were real weak in the low and middle range. The stock Busa kicked thier ass. The new Busas and ZX14s are pretty much equal. Throw a blanket over them... they are that close. I have a new Busa but I also like the ZX14. Great high speed sport touring platform!!!
the shops that rarely do test rides are Al Lamb and the like (they did offer me a goldwing to ride and turned it down because I know if I ride the cadillac it's coming home). I have never had a problem doing demo rides especially if I show up on my bike.
Lisa, call the dealer in Carrollton and ask.
Nice low mileage S2R1000 at High Five Cycles for a good price. It's even the fastest color! [laugh]
http://www.highfivecycles.com/new_vehicle_detail.asp?sid=03000299X7K20K2009J3I21I31JPMQ1963R0&veh=43001&pov=1326668 (http://www.highfivecycles.com/new_vehicle_detail.asp?sid=03000299X7K20K2009J3I21I31JPMQ1963R0&veh=43001&pov=1326668)
its not yellow its slow poke red! [evil]
Ha!! You fell for it!! I knew that would bait you out!! [laugh] I thought about you on Saturday at the warehome when Lisa and Charlie showed up on the yellow 999s. I knew you would have been happy! ;D [thumbsup]
Quote from: LYD on July 20, 2009, 02:24:19 PM
its not yellow its slow poke red! [evil]
(cough!) ahemm..hrumph hrumph waiting for pics....yes er a rather AMEN to that Bro Lyd Amen. Yellow does seem to fly faster than RED it seems to me lately. I go faster in yellow. I am more handsome on my yellow 999 as well. I seem to be funnier too. Can you tell? ;D
As we all probably know:
On the electromagnetic scale, yellow is merely a higher frequency than red. Light, regardless of color, travels at the same speed: 186,000 miles/sec.
My RED S4RS will do approximately 1/1000th of that.
I, however, will not be on it, if and when this happens.
Quote from: Pinocchio on July 21, 2009, 05:56:22 PM
As we all probably know:
On the electromagnetic scale, yellow is merely a higher frequency than red. Light, regardless of color, travels at the same speed: 186,000 miles/sec.
My RED S4RS will do approximately 1/1000th of that.
I, however, will not be on it, if and when this happens.
On the other hand, RED is so ....so....Italian. It's nice to have a choice you know. [thumbsup]
The only problem with Yellow now is that Ducati doesn't put out any more Yellow bikes thus no more yellow-coordinated attire!
Well, @ 1800 I'm going to stop for the night and get some much needed shut eye.
Saw something pretty cool the other day at Skillman/E.Lovers Lane near my house. It was a small box van with the rear and both sides of the box covered by glass panels so you could see through it. Inside was a new Victory cruiser strapped down inside the box. When I caught up to it I realized it was a advertising gimmick, the van had all sorts of Victory ad stuff written on it. The truck door had the ad company's name on it so I guess you could rent it and put whatever you wanted in the glassed in box and they just drive it around town. Pretty cool way to show off your new scooters to the traveling public! [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on July 22, 2009, 08:44:42 PM
The only problem with Yellow now is that Ducati doesn't put out any more Yellow bikes thus no more yellow-coordinated attire!
I have a yellow/ black FirstGear Fuel leather-textile jacket
(https://www.phatperformanceparts.com/photos/50-1655.jpg)
and a yellow/black FirstGear Mesh-Tex II jacket
(http://www.cycleshopusa.com/images/FIRSTGEAR/50-2493Lgsm.jpg)
I would like to sell. Both size XL (44-46" chest I think). VG to EXL condition, no scuffs. Slight bug splatter, but I do have Lexol wipes if you care.
They date from my '04 r1100s days. It was yellow and titanium grey.
I was keeping them until I bought another yellow bike, but I don't want to keep them so long that I look like Barney Oldfield when I wear them again.
(http://www.rumbledrome.com/images/barneyoldfield.jpg)
Quote from: Pinocchio on July 23, 2009, 04:54:52 PM
I have a yellow/ black FirstGear Fuel leather-textile jacket
(https://www.phatperformanceparts.com/photos/50-1655.jpg)
and a yellow/black FirstGear Mesh-Tex II jacket
(http://www.cycleshopusa.com/images/FIRSTGEAR/50-2493Lgsm.jpg)
I would like to sell. Both size XL (44-46" chest I think). VG to EXL condition, no scuffs. Slight bug splatter, but I do have Lexol wipes if you care.
They date from my '04 r1100s days. It was yellow and titanium grey.
I was keeping them until I bought another yellow bike, but I don't want to keep them so long that I look like Barney Oldfield when I wear them again.
(http://www.rumbledrome.com/images/barneyoldfield.jpg)
So, are you saying if I buy the jackets I'm going to look like BO? That's not our sitting president btw. I'll pitch you a $1 bill for them both. What's the tax on um?
Quote from: RED on July 24, 2009, 01:41:40 PM
So, are you saying if I buy the jackets I'm going to look like BO? That's not our sitting president btw. I'll pitch you a $1 bill for them both. What's the tax on um?
No, I'm just sayin' if
I keep them until
I have another bike that matches them, i.e., a yeller 'un,
I will resemble the Terror of the Speedway.
In some ways, Red, you already do; no offense. Maybe it's the seegar and the crazed grin, I dunno....
Anyways, I think a mere sawbuck is a bit light in exchange for these sterling examples of motorcycle haberdashery. Yet, I do not take affront (Gawd! I've got to stop watching those Deadwood DVDs, they're starting to rub off on me!).
Quote from: Pinocchio on July 24, 2009, 04:37:48 PM
No, I'm just sayin' if I keep them until I have another bike that matches them, i.e., a yeller 'un, I will resemble the Terror of the Speedway.
In some ways, Red, you already do; no offense. Maybe it's the seegar and the crazed grin, I dunno....
Anyways, I think a mere sawbuck is a bit light in exchange for these sterling examples of motorcycle haberdashery. Yet, I do not take affront (Gawd! I've got to stop watching those Deadwood DVDs, they're starting to rub off on me!).
You're right I DO resemble him! I lourve my ceegars. Well, if you want meet and let me try them on I'll see about taking them off you're hands. It's ok to let go of the memories of when you could actually wear these.
On a completely different subject...
There is a really nice 2006 999 for sale in the used/demo section of AMS' website. Only 1,243 miles, adjustable levers and license plate relocation kit. It looks completely stock other than that and it looks really clean! Oh yeah, it also has the rear number plate piece like the 999S and R models have... hope they didn't have to spend the $650 that costs!!
Decent price too but I am sure it's negotiable, most things are. For those not enamored with Ducati's new superbikes this would be a really nice find. I love my 999! If you have one you probably love yours too! [thumbsup]
http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/2006%20ducati%20999mono.htm (http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/2006%20ducati%20999mono.htm)
Quote from: fastwin on July 27, 2009, 08:46:58 AM
On a completely different subject...
There is a really nice 2006 999 for sale in the used/demo section of AMS' website. Only 1,243 miles, adjustable levers and license plate relocation kit. It looks completely stock other than that and it looks really clean! Oh yeah, it also has the rear number plate piece like the 999S and R models have... hope they didn't have to spend the $650 that costs!!
Decent price too but I am sure it's negotiable, most things are. For those not enamored with Ducati's new superbikes this would be a really nice find. I love my 999! If you have one you probably love yours too! [thumbsup]
http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/2006%20ducati%20999mono.htm (http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/2006%20ducati%20999mono.htm)
Exactly how many bikes
do you have brian?
Every time you post I find out you have another bike. Would you be interested in adopting me? ;)
I like to keep that a mystery. [laugh] Just like I have never ever eaten at a McDonalds. I want to be the last person alive on earth to say that! That will go on my gravestone along with the list of scooters I have!! [cheeky] Kind of like my wife and her shoes, I like to be seen on a different bike each day. ;D
The line forms to the right regarding the adoption thing. My step son has no interest in bikes... what's wrong with him? ???
bullshit. either fess-up or we'll have someone spy on you. [leo]
Quote from: fastwin on July 27, 2009, 09:23:33 AM
I like to keep that a mystery. [laugh] Just like I have never ever eaten at a McDonalds. I want to be the last person alive on earth to say that! That will go on my gravestone along with the list of scooters I have!! [cheeky] Kind of like my wife and her shoes, I like to be seen on a different bike each day. ;D
The line forms to the right regarding the adoption thing. My step son has no interest in bikes... what's wrong with him? ???
It's ok, I have enough interest for both of us. So how bout it?
Jesus, stopped by the Duc place in Houston off of 59.....their prices are RIDICULOUS!!!!!!!
Low or high?
High
...uh, and Duc prices in general are reasonable? Where? Hey, face it, you get what you pay for. [laugh] You want cheap, go cheap (not that there's anything wrong with that [thumbsup] ). If I remember correctly you do not drive around in a hondaizuki do you? (not that there's anything wrong with that [thumbsup] ).
Huh???
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on July 29, 2009, 06:16:04 AM
Huh???
REREADpreviousPOSTacting like me now CJ [cheeky] ??? getting hard of hearing? :o ;D ;D
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on July 29, 2009, 06:16:04 AM
Huh???
I was reffering to Muskrat's post about the prices of Ducs in general in Houston (if I understood it correctly, I could be wrong), then another reference to the type of cage he n Ms. E drive vs. 'other' foreign 4-wheel vehicles. In conclusion ...buy quality = save money.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on July 29, 2009, 06:34:20 AM
I think my hearing is going, unfortunately.... :P
BUT, the "huh?" was in reference to
...just wanted clarification, but I think we beat that one to death in another thread.[thumbsup] ;D
You see now's when I want the Telly Savalas pic you used to post up ..."Who loves you baby?"
Well, there you go.
Quote from: RED on July 29, 2009, 06:21:43 AM
acting like me now CJ [cheeky] ??? getting hard of hearing? :o ;D ;D
I think my hearing is going, unfortunately.... :P
BUT, the "huh?" was in reference to
Quote from: RED on July 29, 2009, 05:27:55 AM
Hey, face it, you get what you pay for. [laugh] You want cheap, go cheap (not that there's anything wrong with that [thumbsup] ).
...just wanted clarification, but I think we beat that one to death in another thread.[thumbsup] ;D
Quote from: RED on July 29, 2009, 06:25:37 AM
In conclusion ...buy quality = save money.
...come, let us reason. [cheeky]
My reasoning:
My father always told me to get the best that you can afford and it will give you the most service. I bought a 1982 Jeep Wagoneer in 1996 and it still is on the road to day with around 150k on it. I bought a BMW motorcycle that lasted me for 22 years before the gas tank rusted out. I buy good quality shirts and pants and don't to buy any more for years down the line. So, when you break it down and average the use vs. cost, the equation is simple. [thumbsup] ;D
(sorry don't have the 'beating a dead horse smiley' to insert here) ;D
OMB! I was referring to used prices and now we are onto foreign cars?
Quote from: muskrat on July 29, 2009, 06:46:43 AM
OMB! I was referring to used prices and now we are onto foreign cars?
:-X :-\ ............
never mind ............... :-[ :-X
You're worse than me lately. Now I'm off to ride in shorts and flip flops
Quote from: muskrat on July 29, 2009, 06:56:24 AM
Now I'm off to ride in shorts and flip flops
No ball cap--WTF?
No I'm riding a cruiser not a busa!
Quote from: muskrat on July 29, 2009, 06:56:24 AM
You're worse than me lately. Now I'm off to ride in shorts and flip flops
Now I know what is meant by a Senior moment. :-\
Ball caps n flip flops, and HDs...nah!
Ball caps n flip flops, and Busas...yehaw!
Next up for CJ and Busa? Stunting?
Ya'll stop picking on the Busa riders. ;D Where'd I put my flip flops?
Get your wife beater shirt on too
Typical Addison superbike apparel:
- Pink (or any other obnoxious color) polo, collar popped
- Wifebeater (less frequent than the polo but equally as cheesy)
- Cargo shorts
- Flip Flops (shifter lever pressure on left foot toes not a concern as they typically stay in 1st gear near redline, good for the 0 - 40 mph inner city traffic)
- White apple headphones
- Movie star shades (D&G, Versace, etc.)
- Saving the best for last, pricey helmet strapped to rear of seat
I see this almost every day.
All clothing which you own. Did you forget about your days on the 600?
Quote from: muskrat on July 29, 2009, 09:11:56 AM
All clothing which you "owned". Did you forget about your days on the 600?
Corrected. I still have the D&G shades. 8)
The helmet strapped to the tail is the most amusing thing I can't come to grips with.
I just saw a guy the other day on a CBR Honda (couldn't tell if it was a 600 or 1000) and he had an Arai Corsair strapped to the back seat! Not a cruiser with a $30 half helmet impaled on the sissy bar but a nice, non-stunt looking CBR with a $700+ Arai helmet on the back. Guess it was just for decoration. :P
On the other hand:
Riding a motorcycle naked may be legal in Sweden.
:o
Unless the rider fails to wear a helmet.
Whew, what a relief; it's still Sweden.
Quote from: fastwin on July 29, 2009, 03:51:26 PM
$700+ Arai helmet on the back. Guess it was just for decoration. :P
Well, there ya go, wouldn't want to sweat in something that nice.... [cheeky]
Quote from: Pinocchio on July 29, 2009, 04:02:15 PM
On the other hand:
Riding a motorcycle naked may be legal in Sweden.
:o
Unless the rider fails to wear a helmet.
Whew, what a relief; it's still Sweden.
road trip
Quote from: Jester on July 29, 2009, 03:08:39 PM
The helmet strapped to the tail is the most amusing thing I can't come to grips with.
Could be an Aggie who after the accident puts the helmet on? Just sayin...
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on July 29, 2009, 04:47:10 PM
Well, there ya go, wouldn't want to sweat in something that nice.... [cheeky]
Great googlie mooglie i bought an Arai helmet last night in Plano off an ex-racer (the wife excuse) and the helmet smelled like a gorilla cage! I'll be writing a step by step explaination later on how to wash an Arai helmet and disinfect it. Contrary to popular belief you CAN wash the inside of an Arai and not have it fall apart. Thanks Dax for the idea but the pads did not come out. All is better this morning.
you can't replace the innards? WTF
Quote from: muskrat on July 30, 2009, 01:11:56 PM
you can't replace the innards? WTF
Obviously not on this model. The innards are stuck to the side with some monster gorilla glue won't budge unless I take out some of the foam underneath the pads. This is my first association with Arai. These two are the first Arai helmets I've ever owned. In one helmet the cheek pads come out the other (gorilla glued) doen't. Interesting thing about Arai Marty at AMS told me is that the helmets are submerged at the place where Ducati puts the stickers on their helmets in order to get the Ducati decals positioned correctly. They are all done by hand by 5-6 people who only put out 12 helmets a day. In fact his Nicky Haden replica has some very cool evidence of handiwork. The points of the stars in the back of the helmet do not line up perfectly.
this discussion is worthless without pics.
oh, does it have a little barf smell in it? [evil]
The only stink I wanna smell in my Arai is my own.
[puke]
Hmm, there seems to be an extra bike listed in *someone's* sig line....
I wonder what that's all about?
Quote from: alexisonfire on August 01, 2009, 06:48:40 AM
The only stink I wanna smell in my Arai is my own.
[puke]
post a picture damnit
Local fish at the Arai replica shop can be quite a nuisance, sometimes swimming off with the decals, and slowing down production
(http://www.gizmag.com/pictures/gallery/5623_12050624419.jpg)
Quote from: muskrat on August 01, 2009, 07:22:50 AM
post a picture damnit
Ask and you shall receive. Spent 3 hours this morning stripping 8 lbs of uselessness off of it.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t309/alexsgaxe/s2r1k.jpg)
I would be reticent to buy a used helmet, regardless of brand, from someone I didn't personally know. Meaning that I know they took care of it and how old it was.
Red, I don't know if it that's the case here or not. I don't know who this ex-racer is or anything about them. Arai's have the date of manufacture on the non-buckle chin strap. There will be a small piece of white cloth (about half the size of a postage stamp) sewn onto the strap. It will have the date on it, like 12/07, etc. The older Arai's had it stamped in the leather part of the chin strap. I have an older race replica made on 10/95 that I hang onto as a keepsake, I don't wear it. Threw all of my old Freddie Spencer and Kevin Schwantz helmets away long ago... WAY past sell by date!
Anything that has been used regularly (especially in hot sweaty TX weather!) and is over 5 years old I would avoid. If it was bought five years ago and left in it's box and placed in a closet away from the elements I might consider buying that one. They have made several models of helmets over the years but most of the modern ones have removable innards.
Check the strap date. [thumbsup] Ohhh, I've got a great deal for you on a silver/gray Edwards replica Corsair... don't mind the feathers and unidentifiable dried on goo! [laugh]
Quote from: alexisonfire on August 01, 2009, 11:50:42 AM
Ask and you shall receive. Spent 3 hours this morning stripping 8 lbs of uselessness off of it.
(http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t309/alexsgaxe/s2r1k.jpg)
You have EXCELLENT taste in Monsters! [thumbsup] ;D
Niiice ride man [moto]
Looking good [thumbsup]
very nice indeed [thumbsup]
:o :o VERY nice! You've got great taste in bikes [thumbsup]
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1318712883.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1318712883.html)
Quote from: bryant8 on August 15, 2009, 08:28:45 AM
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1318712883.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1318712883.html)
"
hey guys i have a custom built and designed 2001 custom monster 600 for sale."
Hmm, didn't BarneePhife and Thelmalu do the work on this...?
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=27779.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=27779.0)
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 15, 2009, 08:54:46 AM
"hey guys i have a custom built and designed 2001 custom monster 600 for sale."
Hmm, didn't BarneePhife and Thelmalu do the work on this...?
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=27779.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=27779.0)
Thinking the same...hmmm...
I saw that nick...when it happened! ;D
Quote from: fastwin on August 23, 2009, 07:34:49 PM
No problem. I removed my post. Please remove yours. That's the response I was looking for. Thanks Dax! Just frustrated and needed some input is all. Peace!
I think we are all still in shock and understandably so. I'm sure details will come soon.
Just what we all need, more harassment from officials. :P
http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa090824_mo_cutiepie.1128552f0.html (http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa090824_mo_cutiepie.1128552f0.html)
Quote from: fastwin on August 25, 2009, 05:38:05 AM
Just what we all need, more harassment from officials. :P
http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa090824_mo_cutiepie.1128552f0.html (http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa090824_mo_cutiepie.1128552f0.html)
Must be a slow summer over there in VinoVille. [laugh]
Quote from: RichD on August 25, 2009, 04:32:40 AM
No Ron,
NOT JUST YOU.
(in fact, my true feelings would rhyme with "truck that punt", and would probably resuly in a ban here ...because as everyone knows, this is not the board to express conflicting opinions on.)
Almost all models of the Grief Cycle have anger listed as #2, right after Denial. Sunday I was just shocked and really did not think about the 88 year old bag at all. Yesterday was when I became really pissed, and I have stayed that way.
I cannot imagine that many people would honestly feel sorry for the woman at this point of grieving, and the very suggestion sounds like it is coming from someone who is not emotionally involved in the situation - and I am not implying that you don't care fastwin. Just saying how it sounds
I consider what this pregnant dog did to be negligent homicide. Is that just anger talking? I really do not think so.
My grandmother is 86 years old. She stopped driving when she was 82. I asked her yesterday what prompted her to put down the keys, and she said that she knew it was time when she thought that everyone was driving very fast on her neighborhood street, looked down, and was only doing 15 mph. She understood at that point that SHE was the problem, and not the other drivers.
Driving old is just as bad as driving drunk!!!This would be a murder charge if she had been drinking. She was just incapacitated with age instead of alcohol. What the make the beast with two backs is the difference?
I also see the parallels between the two. They are both equally diffcult to convince that they need to hand over the keys.
See, You can be angry at the situation and be pissed at the woman for driving, but it's the differences in peolpes hearts that allows them to feel sorry for her. Some people are Christians(or believe in a God) and some people aren't. Some people believe in forgiveness and some people don't. It's who YOU are on the inside which determines how you'll handle things on the outside. That woman should not have been driving, and I was just as pissed as everyone else when I first heard about it. I ranted about "older" drivers should be tested annually..... But this WAS an accident. She did not mean to do it. I could only imagine how she feels, and for that reason alone, I feel sorry for her too.....
Well said.
CRICKETS
I'm out...
I'm still in.
Wow!
Me too.
[/lurk] I'm old, and I ride. [lurk]
Quote from: Pinocchio on September 04, 2009, 07:09:02 AM
[/lurk] I'm old, and I ride. [lurk]
...and get up early too! :)
Only if he doesn't drink too much before bed [roll]
Quote from: RED on September 04, 2009, 10:57:46 AM
Only if he doesn't drink too much before bed [roll]
[popcorn]
(http://dfwducati.org/Smileys/default/ymca.gif)
And the dumbass award goes to....... ME!
I've had my Jeep Cherokee since December '08 and it's been a great work vehicle. I recently purchased a trailer to use for trackdays and figured I needed to put a hitch on the Jeep. I called Uhaul and made the appointment. Dopped it off to them. 30 min later they call me and here's the conversation. "Mr Caldwell... Yes? Did you want me to just replace the existing wiring harnes, because it doesn't work, but you already have a tow hitch and it seems pretty solid..... Huh....?!?!?! Really?!?!?! Uh.... Yeah, I guess you can replace the wiring harness.... Ok, we'll have'r done in about an hour..."
[bang] [laugh] [bang] [laugh] I have actually borrowed other peoples vehicles for that very reason..... I never saw the trailer hitch, that is the plain as day drop down 2" square tubing that sticks out like a sore thumb..... Oh well, I saved 200 bucks!
You're lucky they didn't take you literally and weld another receiver onto the one you already have:
(http://images.cabelas.com/is/image/cabelas/s7_521997_imageset_01?$main-Large$) ???
which actually looks pretty useful, when you compare it to the original U-Haul design sketch:
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/31/Blivet.png) :D
that's so you can pull a trailer and still use your Chrome skull with glowing eyes hitch plug
Quote from: Samsonite on September 14, 2009, 06:39:58 PM
that's so you can pull a trailer and still use your Chrome skull with glowing eyes hitch plug
Wow! I want one of those for Rock Bottom Racing's classy trackside RV !!
For your enjoyment, I give you the ultimate hitch plug.
http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=237 (http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=237)
That will keep folks from tailgating for sure! [laugh]
;D I'm buying some to test them. I'll report back.
Quote from: fastwin on September 15, 2009, 09:26:13 AM
That will keep folks from tailgating for sure! [laugh]
I haven't noticed anyone tailgating lately that would be old enough to know a Claymore from a cow turd. But, then, I'm old, dammit! ;D
Me too but I damn sure knows what one looks like! I'm also old! ;D Nothing wrong with that. Another good day above ground. [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on September 15, 2009, 09:26:13 AM
For your enjoyment, I give you the ultimate hitch plug.
http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=237 (http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=237)
That will keep folks from tailgating for sure! [laugh]
[laugh] NICE! [thumbsup]
I'll bet all these "new" kids have seen enough movies to know what one is. phuc'em if they can't take a joke.
Not sure if I want to deal long distance with a guy who's email addy is "matt_the_weasle@yahoo.com". :-\ ???
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/mcy/1389734720.html (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/mcy/1389734720.html)
You're right, he can't even spell his name. Should be "weasel"
What now pregnant doges..... I'm legal [thumbsup]
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20202679/375210102.jpg)
after only 3 tickets for driving around without registration and a temp tag that expired in April of 09......
all it cost me for the "inspection" was leaving $30 in the front seat
about time!
Quote from: Samsonite on October 01, 2009, 02:10:49 PM
What now pregnant doges..... I'm legal [thumbsup]
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20202679/375210102.jpg)
after only 3 tickets for driving around without registration and a temp tag that expired in April of 09......
all it cost me for the "inspection" was leaving $30 in the front seat
well, shit, now I have to go get legal too... damnit.
Quote from: Samsonite on October 01, 2009, 02:10:49 PM
What now pregnant doges..... I'm legal [thumbsup]
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20202679/375210102.jpg)
after only 3 tickets for driving around without registration and a temp tag that expired in April of 09......
all it cost me for the "inspection" was leaving $30 in the front seat
samsonite has been displaying random acts of sanity [thumbsup]
A coworker of mine......
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/20202679/375260612.jpg)
did he not understand that they don't bite?
and aren't you supposed to be in the HC?
That pic is funny as shit! At least wait until they out of their velvet... jeez! Reminds me of the great photo of the pistol pointed at the head of the dog... buy this product or we shoot the puppy! [laugh]
Quote from: The Svoloch on October 02, 2009, 11:04:14 AM
did he not understand that they don't bite?
and aren't you supposed to be in the HC?
I think all 6 are in the HC by now. Lucky stiffs! Nice weather today up here there tomorrow but then rain. Glad I'm here. Would like to ride though.
yeah, it would suck to be in the HC with the rain. you'd be forced to just hang out and drink beer.
I have never posted in the HC thread, nor have I said I was gonna go..... But I wanted to!
I'll be at MSR Cresson tomorrow though! [moto]
Oh, and HBD tomorrow you Svoloch [drink]
Svoloch was looking good last night for his last youthful days as a 30-something. But he's turning out to be a very capable middle-aged older guy now though! [thumbsup] Is that ok to say? ??? Welcome to the down-hill side (meaning things get much faster going downhill) of life man. Happy B-Day you inglorious Svoloch [clap] [clap]. Hah! (get it?) ... [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on October 02, 2009, 12:38:12 PM
I think all 6 are in the HC by now. Lucky stiffs! Nice weather today up here there tomorrow but then rain. Glad I'm here. Would like to ride though.
You aren't going? I hope you let someone know. Last I heard, they were still expecting you to be there. I hope they aren't worried about since you didn't show up yesterday. I guess it is good they have a restaurant there so they can get breakfast today, since you were supposed to provide the food this morning.
Quote from: AeroGeek on October 03, 2009, 05:06:07 AM
You aren't going? I hope you let someone know. Last I heard, they were still expecting you to be there. I hope they aren't worried about since you didn't show up yesterday. I guess it is good they have a restaurant there so they can get breakfast today, since you were supposed to provide the food this morning.
I informed CJ several days ago.
Good karmic deposit paid this morning... helped a stranded young lady change her Lexus' flat tire in the rain.
Quote from: AeroGeek on October 03, 2009, 05:06:07 AM
You aren't going? I hope you let someone know. Last I heard, they were still expecting you to be there. I hope they aren't worried about since you didn't show up yesterday. I guess it is good they have a restaurant there so they can get breakfast today, since you were supposed to provide the food this morning.
Wow, I guess she told you so! [laugh]
Quote from: fastwin on October 04, 2009, 07:23:36 AM
Wow, I guess she told you so! [laugh]
I've been reminded. ;D [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on October 03, 2009, 05:12:19 AM
I informed CJ several days ago.
Yup, Red informed me, and we worked out the breakfast plan--no worries. [thumbsup]
They'll be plenty of more opportunities to make an HC trip.
"no worries". I've used it too [thumbsup]
How bout I do a pancake breakfast for everyone? Who's in? Have to ride to be eligible. [moto]
Quote from: RED on October 06, 2009, 12:30:07 PM
Have to ride to be eligible. [moto]
thats not fair
I'll drive over and ride your bike around the block....
T, you got a free pass. I think you're the only one so far though. [coffee] [popcorn] [bacon]
Dropping a Dzus kit on the 848. Need to order bodywork [thumbsup]
We talking track day body work here?
Yep, I'm looking for track skins
I don't get it, I'm sitting in a barber shop waiting
for my turn and the guys ahead of me don't even
need a haircut. Every month or so is enough for me ???
What's a hair cut? [laugh] My Dad once said that I must have worn all my hair away putting motorcycle helmets on and off. Hey, it's aerodynamic and a bottle of shampoo lasts me a couple of years. [thumbsup] Good thing in these hard economic times.
Quote from: bryant8 on October 08, 2009, 01:26:51 PM
Yep, I'm looking for track skins
I thought about Sharkskins too but I think for the money and finish I'd ask Lisa about the bodywork she just put on Rene's bike. Man that suit of plastic looks great!
Quote from: RED on October 10, 2009, 07:10:50 PM
I thought about Sharkskins too but I think for the money and finish I'd ask Lisa about the bodywork she just put on Rene's bike. Man that suit of plastic looks great!
Yep, I was pleasantly surprised with the quality and fitment - no aggravation required on the install [laugh] Straight Ducati knock-offs IMHO. I'm not sure they're track day type things though; heavy as stock bodypanels :-\
I saw his bike at AMS. Looks great but for the amount he's spent he'd be into a Augusta F4CC by Tamburini
Lisa, did you do the decals on that thing?
Quote from: muskrat on October 10, 2009, 09:33:21 PM
I saw his bike at AMS. Looks great but for the amount he's spent he'd be into a Augusta F4CC by Tamburini
Lisa, did you do the decals on that thing?
He bought it used with $18K in extras already on it, so I doubt he has that much in it
he stole it then because it has the carbon wheels on it. that alone will set you back some $2k per wheel if I remember.
Quote from: muskrat on October 10, 2009, 09:33:21 PM
I saw his bike at AMS. Looks great but for the amount he's spent he'd be into a Augusta F4CC by Tamburini
Lisa, did you do the decals on that thing?
Nope, didn't do those decals. All the gloss black bodywork on Rene's 1098 are after-market that he's using for track days. I am (Concours Moto is) a dealer for the manufacturer. They make replacement bodywork - pre-decaled or solid colors - for almost everything. PM me if interested or stop by Motopia sometime [moto]
done.
I want this sign to replace my ADT out front!
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2469/4034733671_922fb3e3c2_o.jpg)
Hey, I miss all you guys (and gals)!
I'm going to rant. I have DirectTv and I set my DVR to record the Motogp in Malaysia. Stoner was coming off a big win last week.
So I pop my popcorn and sit down to watch the race last night! I hit play and it promptly says Do you want to Delete? No recording. A software glitch. I"M SCREWED! I threw popcorn all over the den and stormed out. Then my wife made me come back and clean up the mess.
I'm beyond pissed!
Quote from: rickmillertx on October 27, 2009, 06:23:12 PM
I'm going to rant. I have DirectTv and I set my DVR to record the Motogp in Malaysia. Stoner was coming off a big win last week.
So I pop my popcorn and sit down to watch the race last night! I hit play and it promptly says Do you want to Delete? No recording. A software glitch. I"M SCREWED! I threw popcorn all over the den and stormed out. Then my wife made me come back and clean up the mess.
I'm beyond pissed!
I've had that happen a lot. Now, we try to make sure the receiver is set on the channel we want to record beforehand. It's like the tuner wouldn't change channels when the record mode kicked on.
More high-tech bullshit. Really sorry because I have also been there. Wish I only had popcorn to throw! Lucky I haven't put a .45acp round through my tv set! I have been screwed by my Directv dvr a couple of times, even when I checked the "to do list". I'm thinking conspiracy! [thumbsup]
There are a couple of things to do when recording from a DVR. First make sure your disk is not full. If the disk is full it will not record. Second if the program before the one you want to record goes longer than expected it will cut into your recording time sometimes even not even recording it at all. If you can set it to where you can record the program 'at any time, any day' the program comes on you will usually get the recording because it will most likely have a re-run on another day.
I have all the MotoGP and WSBK recordings from middle of summer to present if you'd like to schedule a watching party [thumbsup]
I searched all over DirectTv forums and this is an (very long) ongoing problem with them. The most common scenario is that you are recording 2 HD programs at the same time that come from 2 different satellites. Sometimes the software hiccups and records the one the tuner is on and the other gets nothing but the Delete now option. The workaround for now is reset the DVR. Great solution. By then you have already missed the recording.
The previous race was great with Casey sliding both tires around corners and Rossi on his tail. I looked at the MotoGp recap of this race and it looks like it was not close. I'll not post the winner in case someone hasn't seen it.
Speed channel has schedule glitches that sometime confound my most careful programming attempts with my Verizon DVR. This is why I have a premium subscription to motogp.com, a Mac with a 20" Cinema Monitor, and a pair of wireless stereo headphones (so I don't disturb my wife when I'm watching FP1 or QP at Sepang at 2:00 AM).
The camera work on the Phillip Island MotoGP race was truly awesome. You really got the feeling of what it's like to race one of those marvelous machines. Oh, how I'd love to ride like Casey! HA!
+1 on the MotoGP.com subscription. I've had it the past 2 season and love being able to replay all the races at my leisure.
Did anyone go to the Cycle World show this weekend?
I will never ever go again as long as it is held in downtown Dallas. >:( I drove downtown but every parking lot wanted $10 to park!!! WTF?? Ten bucks!! >:( >:( The meters on the streets were only good for two hours and a quarter would buy you all of ten minutes!! WTF again!! To top it off I saw more "meter police" than people going to the show. I bet if your meter expired you'd get a $25+ parking ticket about 5 seconds after it ran out. No kidding, while driving around trying to find a decent, affordable parking spot it looked like there was a meter goon every 50 feet!! I was in my truck but I am hoping all the bikes I saw in one lot got to park for free.
I finally said f#@k it and drove home! I wasn't going to spend that kind of parking money then pay a premium at the door for a ticket to see a show where half of the manufacturers weren't on display. Cycle World and the promoters seriously need to move it back to Ft. Worth. Free parking on the street and you can hit Joe T. Garcia's after the show for tex-mex insanity!! [thumbsup] [drink]
Any reports from people who went? I guess I should have used one of the ticket discounts and ridden my bike.
Quote from: fastwin on November 15, 2009, 02:05:23 PM
Did anyone go to the Cycle World show this weekend?
I will never ever go again as long as it is held in downtown Dallas. >:( I drove downtown but every parking lot wanted $10 to park!!! WTF?? Ten bucks!! >:( >:( The meters on the streets were only good for two hours and a quarter would buy you all of ten minutes!! WTF again!! To top it off I saw more "meter police" than people going to the show. I bet if your meter expired you'd get a $25+ parking ticket about 5 seconds after it ran out. No kidding, while driving around trying to find a decent, affordable parking spot it looked like there was a meter goon every 50 feet!! I was in my truck but I am hoping all the bikes I saw in one lot got to park for free.
I finally said f#@k it and drove home! I wasn't going to spend that kind of parking money then pay a premium at the door for a ticket to see a show where half of the manufacturers weren't on display. Cycle World and the promoters seriously need to move it back to Ft. Worth. Free parking on the street and you can hit Joe T. Garcia's after the show for tex-mex insanity!! [thumbsup] [drink]
Any reports from people who went? I guess I should have used one of the ticket discounts and ridden my bike.
If you had rode your motorcycle to the motorcycle show, you could've parked for free! They even had free parking for your jacket and helmet inside, which was supernice. Ducati had a nice setup, the new Corse S and R bikes, a Bayliss 1098R racebike, and a bit of everything else, even free espresso from the Ducati Caffe. Had a Rossi bike there too (GP bike, not just the R1 replica which they had too)
If you didn't ride to the show, why not train?
Figured they would have free bike parking (or I hoped they would!) but I had to run "truck" errands before and after I tried to go the show.
Did anyone see Triumph, Aprilla, Guzzi, KTM or BMW? They were very absent from the list that was emailed to me by Cycle World. Didn't know if they were left off the list or actually not present at the show? Wanted to see the new Aprilla SBK in person. That bike has my attention!! [moto] Not that I'm going to get one, just want to see it in person.
Quote from: fastwin on November 15, 2009, 02:43:24 PM
Wanted to see the new Aprilla SBK in person. That bike has my attention!! [moto] Not that I'm going to get one, just want to see it in person.
That's one I really wanted to see too. Maybe some other time.
Quote from: fastwin on November 15, 2009, 02:43:24 PM
Figured they would have free bike parking (or I hoped they would!) but I had to run "truck" errands before and after I tried to go the show.
Did anyone see Triumph, Aprilla, Guzzi, KTM or BMW? They were very absent from the list that was emailed to me by Cycle World. Didn't know if they were left off the list or actually not present at the show? Wanted to see the new Aprilla SBK in person. That bike has my attention!! [moto] Not that I'm going to get one, just want to see it in person.
The only Triumphs, Guzzis, or Beemers I saw there were vintage bikes, which were nice to see, I only wish there had been more. Neither those brands nor Aprilia were there last year. This year KTM didn't make it. I get the feeling that people love to look at KTMs, but then buy something slightly less...orange. [cheeky]
I remember the RC8 KTM at last year's show had a horrible case of mismatched orange bodywork. That was a common problem with the first year RC8s. Why in the world would KTM display a $20,000 superbike with bad bodywork was beyond me. None of the pieces matched, it was hard to look at it seriously. I asked one of the KTM reps about it but he just changed the subject. I couldn't blame him, the bike displayed wasn't his idea. Great bike but bad bodywork... at least last year.
Went to the show, it was ok. Best thing for me was talking to the Ohlins rep and discussing options for my steering damper/forks
Quote from: Pinocchio on November 15, 2009, 04:51:31 PM
The only Triumphs, Guzzis, or Beemers I saw there were vintage bikes, which were nice to see, I only wish there had been more. Neither those brands nor Aprilia were there last year. This year KTM didn't make it. I get the feeling that people love to look at KTMs, but then buy something slightly less...orange. [cheeky]
Pretty neat write up and pics of the new KTM RC8R. If last year's standard was a solid $20K no telling what the R will go for. Hope to see them in WSBK next year, it would be a nice addition. [thumbsup] That would be one crowded grid! Only folks missing would be MV Agusta and Guzzi!! [moto] [popcorn]
http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?section_id=44&article_id=1796 (http://www.cycleworld.com/article.asp?section_id=44&article_id=1796)
I want one of dem dir bikes
Some shots from the show
Sucker punch Sally's triumph rework
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2614/4106394616_4d37b00114.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2566/4106395086_d7b1a97231.jpg)
New Corse bling
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2541/4105627477_813c7d04af.jpg)
Doctors instruments
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2704/4106397324_656df4bb11.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2654/4106398474_22bfb633a4.jpg)
$10k for this, really?
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2642/4105630857_8ac77e0e44.jpg)
Is that the Hypermotard Light? 10K? Hmmmm.... :o
sure is. that's Alex pretending and me giving the Ducati guy shit in the background. [laugh]
VERY cool pix. Gotta luv that No. 8 [thumbsup]
... so... my team isn't that bad this year afterall? (or kansas is no november #1 by a lot).
Just wanted to let you guys know that I'm fund raising for the Team in Training & Leukemia & Lymphoma Society again this fall. Any donation to the LLS are tax deductible and really go to a great cause. My fund raising page is link in my signature.
Thanks! [thumbsup]
This has got to be one of the coolest motos ever...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1953-1954-Moto-Guzzi-Zigolo-Original-Running-Italian_W0QQitemZ290370759306QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item439b722a8a (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1953-1954-Moto-Guzzi-Zigolo-Original-Running-Italian_W0QQitemZ290370759306QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item439b722a8a)
I should buy it! It was made the same year I was and it would celebrate my 45 years of motorbike riding! [thumbsup] [moto] [wine] As I am fond of saying to Jennifer when she complains of my bikes and bike stuff: I have been riding longer than you have been alive. [bang] That usually shuts down that discussion. ;D
Quote from: fastwin on November 22, 2009, 04:55:43 PM
I should buy it! It was made the same year I was and it would celebrate my 45 years of motorbike riding! [thumbsup] [moto] [wine] As I am fond of saying to Jennifer when she complains of my bikes and bike stuff: I have been riding longer than you have been alive. [bang] That usually shuts down that discussion. ;D
yeah she leaves the room right. [evil]
Not as often as I would like! ;D
Quote from: fastwin on November 22, 2009, 06:31:50 PM
Not as often as I would like! ;D
I hope she's not reading this or you'll be in the same boat without oars as me
Apparently, žigolo is Greek for gigolo, and is pronounced the same. Probably originally owned by one real cool cat. 8)
[beer] So long to a Texan who is said to have done more for street riding motorcycle safety by studying crashes than anyone before or since.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/04/science/04hurt.html?hpw (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/04/science/04hurt.html?hpw)
So long Hugh Hurt Jr. & thanks ! The last line of the article for those who do not care to hit the link.
He once summarized his voluminous research on motorcycle safety quite succinctly: “There is no magic bullet other than being smart.†[moto]
That pretty much says it all and it just about covers everything. [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cyclone on December 04, 2009, 07:05:36 AM
“There is no magic bullet other than being smart.†[moto]
Let's be smart out there, peeps [thumbsup]
There is a post on the General M Forum about this but I just had to share. It's winter, I have a Busa and I have some time on my hands... hmmmm. [thumbsup] [moto] [laugh]
http://geektyrant.com/2009/12/customized-predator-motorcycle/ (http://geektyrant.com/2009/12/customized-predator-motorcycle/)
Does it come in red?
[evil]
(http://geektyrant.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/predator1.jpg.jpeg)
[puke]
still doesn't have enough chrome.
Weird, it only has one front caliper on the left side, none on the right. Must be Predator specs. [thumbsup]
Piece of sh1t
Merry Christmas from Hollywood! [beer]
Quote from: NorDog on December 11, 2009, 07:15:11 AM
Merry Christmas from Hollywood! [beer]
Same to ya Norris [beer]
Merry Christmas to Norris and the rest of the DFW Duc gang!! [clap] [wine] [moto]
Don't ya' hate it that folks working in stores aren't allowed to tell you Merry Christmas out of stupid PC rules. >:( I'm still irked that Colin's school won't call Halloween what it is... it's Halloween dammit. Fall Festival my ass! I've got something you can harvest!! Oh well, there goes my holiday spirit! [laugh]
My wife's school does the same thing and every year at their "Holiday" party I go to everyone and say MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone one of them. [evil] Too much PC for me. FREEDOM of speech damnit!
disclosure: My wife teaches at a private school so no arguments on public funds and religious beliefs here.
It does really piss me off how goddamn respectful everybody is.
Quote from: The Svoloch on December 11, 2009, 12:51:33 PM
It does really piss me off how goddamn respectful everybody is.
Eat me!
Quote from: The Svoloch on December 11, 2009, 12:51:33 PM
It does really piss me off how goddamn respectful everybody is.
[clap]
I had a great day at ECR today. Had a chance to run both bikes. I rode the Gixxer 600 the 1st half of the day and the Duc 900 the second half. Got some good video on the 600, but only about 10 mins on the 900. It's weird, I keep thinking I'm faster on the 900, but according to the video, I'm an average of 8 seconds per lap faster on the Gixxer than I am on the Ducati. My best recorded time on the Gixxer was 2:18, and my best on the Duc (lacking multiple laps of video due non recording) was 2:28. I think a 2:18 is pretty good for a bike I have only ridden once, the suspension is stock and not set for me, and I have no history of the tires.... I'm definitely happy with the outcome of the day. Thanks Jason (abpilot) for loosening my chain [thumbsup]
ECR12132009Gixxer.wmv (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHm4giY6NKQ#normal)
sounds like somebody is making those little kid humming sounds to narrate the video, after watching so many duc videos from the track.
Good to hear you got time off for some track riding [thumbsup]
Looks like you had a blast!
Quote from: Samsonite on December 13, 2009, 05:10:38 PM
I had a great day at ECR today. Had a chance to run both bikes. I rode the Gixxer 600 the 1st half of the day and the Duc 900 the second half. Got some good video on the 600, but only about 10 mins on the 900. It's weird, I keep thinking I'm faster on the 900, but according to the video, I'm an average of 8 seconds per lap faster on the Gixxer than I am on the Ducati. My best recorded time on the Gixxer was 2:18, and my best on the Duc (lacking multiple laps of video due non recording) was 2:28. I think a 2:18 is pretty good for a bike I have only ridden once, the suspension is stock and not set for me, and I have no history of the tires.... I'm definitely happy with the outcome of the day. Thanks Jason (abpilot) for loosening my chain [thumbsup]
Great video 8) Sounds like it was an awesome day to be at the track. Good news too about your new GSXR - hard to know how a used bike purchase will go but that one sounds like it was a winner [thumbsup]
Quote from: ato memphis on December 13, 2009, 06:58:26 PM
sounds like somebody is making those little kid humming sounds to narrate the video, after watching so many duc videos from the track.
Humming at 17 THOUSAND RPMs ;D
someone tried to steal my single, milfy neighbor's car last night. i will be dangling from the trees to install spotlights over parking spot this afternoon. (hopin' for some thank-you oatmeal cookies)
I think the floodlights shining on my driveway only help the damn thieves see what they're doing! >:( Wish I could rig up the motion detector on the lights to a 12 gauge. Nothing says welcome to my driveway after dark like Federal Tactical buckshot. :-* Hopefully they didn't get her car or do any damage. I'm coming up on the one year anniversary of those a##holes breaking into my storage unit and trying to steal my bikes. Time flies by whether your'e having fun or not. [laugh]
Hope your Monster doesn't sit outside near her car.
locked in a garage, on stands with the wheels off currently, battery unplugged, and garage door non-opening. somebody would have to carry it away piece-by-piece through the locked side door, through my backyard and out the front. and deal with a mid-twenties hairy white guy in his boxers talking to his shotgun about halfway.
[thumbsup]
Loud speakers with machine gun fire wired for outside andrigged shotguns with trip wire
More good thinking! [thumbsup] Would go along nicely with my toy/replica Claymore mine trailer hitch plug on my Suburban! (which sits in above referenced well lit driveway and yes, it's been broken in >:()
http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=237&parents=154 (http://www.gggaz.com/index.php?id=237&parents=154)
Keep waiting for an officer (with no sense of humor [bang] [laugh]) to pull me over on a felony stop!
thinking about taking the 848 apart and doing a good clean up on it since its super dirty and could use some TLC....
should I go ahead and send the pipes off for ceramic coating or just scotch brite\polish them?
if you end up ceramic coating, i'd like to see how it turns out, and where you got it done (and $)
I think Bryant had ceramic coating on his 620 Monster's pipes if I remember correctly. I think he used Jet Hot. I remember they looked really good. Didn't Norris (NorDog) have Jet Hot do his S4RS pipes too? You can't miss them... they are RED! Kinda neat. [thumbsup]
those red pipes are wicked.
Quote from: bryant8 on December 17, 2009, 01:14:54 PM
thinking about taking the 848 apart and doing a good clean up on it since its super dirty and could use some TLC....
should I go ahead and send the pipes off for ceramic coating or just scotch brite\polish them?
I saw a 1098 with silver ceramic coated pipes.
It <ahem> isn't what I would want to do... ;)
(WD-40 and some red scotchbrite is cheap and turns a nice golden hue with time [thumbsup]
Yep I used Jet-Hot for my 620 pipes and they turned out great. I'll post a few pics of their work so you can see what they looked like. It was ok price-wise ~180$ for gloss black (which will eventually turn more eggshell with all the heat cycles)
Rich, thanks for the nod on the scotchbrite/WD-40 tip. I'll more than likely go that route as its mostly free and will be easy enough for me to do while drinking a beer or two. If I were to do the ceramic again, I'd probably do a matte grey or some sort to mirror the frame or do black again. But right now I think the polishing will do the trick.
grrr, can't find any pics from the 620 on my laptop...
Quote from: bryant8 on December 18, 2009, 10:19:25 AM
grrr, can't find any pics from the 620 on my laptop...
Here ya go.
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1411/1478086083_6edb0c3612.jpg?v=0)
Thanks George [thumbsup]
Oh yeah, picked up an Ohlins steering damper for my bike via the Ohlins rep at the IMS show...
You could get the damper directly from the rep? That's neat. Figured he would make you go through a dealer like Dan Kyle or AMS.
damn. i wish i had been more forward thinking and at least brought my 68mm ohlins damper to even see if there was a way to exchange or exchange with money for the longer stroke version.
You're just nasty! ;D
I'm told that A LOT.
Quote from: NorDog on December 11, 2009, 07:15:11 AM
Merry Christmas from Hollywood! [beer]
In the John Belushi (1941) vein of humor...Merry Christmas to Hawrrywoood from us here in Texas!
I just watched the video on AMS site from the 11/1 trackday. Though I'm no movie star like Cher, I just realized I was in it. And it was a riding moment at that. 8)
Quote from: RED on December 23, 2009, 06:24:23 AM
In the John Belushi (1941) vein of humor...Merry Christmas to Hawrrywoood from us here in Texas!
Wow, am I ever late in responding to this, but thanks much.
I love that film, and that line is one of my favorites!
If anyone wants to welcome the new year with a ride, I'll be at MSR Cresson tomorrow. Should be just warm enough to make a ride. I'll be at ECR on Saturday. Weather should be slightly warmer then. Ride out and hang out. Check out the track. If all goes as planned, will be back at MSR Sunday with Motopia.
Should be another week or so to finish all the upgrades and I'll be ready to hit the track with you.
suspension, slipper, damper, forged magnesium, 14t front sprocket, brake pads, track plastic.
Ok, I'm gonna ask again...
What suspension goodies?
What track body?
WHERE ARE THE PICS?!??!!!?
TTX rear, ohlins 25 mm internals front.
Chinese plastic, cheap but they look fine.
pics upon completion!
Are the Giants playing today? ;D [popcorn]
Quote from: TresGatos on January 03, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Are the Giants playing today? ;D [popcorn]
I can't seem to find a station covering a Giant's *game.* :P
[laugh]
:'(
Quote from: b.b. on January 01, 2010, 02:09:07 PM
suspension, slipper, damper, forged magnesium, 14t front sprocket, brake pads, track plastic.
Awesome another track rat in the making!
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on January 03, 2010, 10:04:11 AM
I can't seem to find a station covering a Giant's *game.* :P
[laugh]
:'(
It looks to me that the only "Giants" team that is on the tv today is the Queens, NY. 4th street elementary school b squad that is playing.
Are the boys playing today? 8)
Quote from: fastwin on January 10, 2010, 06:14:37 PM
Not to steal Lisa's thunder and awesomeness but I have a CutGrafix number plate kit for the 999. Twenty bucks says it will fit the 749s too. It has front and rear number plate decals and also includes a front fender stripe kit which is a pregnant dog to put on but looks really cool. Really only wanted the rear number plate when I ordered the kit but they had a package deal going on. Ended up getting a factory 999S rear number plate piece off ebay. Never used the CutGrafix kit. Could be yours... just saying. [thumbsup]
Interested, Shoot me a price. [beer] your pm is no bueno.
Let me dig them out and make sure they are still in good shape. Haven't taken a look at them in a while and they are buried under crap on my work bench. They should be fine, just need to make sure. I'll post up.
I love when I get new stuff in the mail :D
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/381056966.jpg)
Quote from: Samsonite on January 11, 2010, 07:52:23 PM
I love when I get new stuff in the mail :D
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/381056966.jpg)
Schweet! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Samsonite on January 11, 2010, 07:52:23 PM
I love when I get new stuff in the mail :D
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/381056966.jpg)
you got some matching spandex?
Quote from: Samsonite on January 11, 2010, 07:52:23 PM
I love when I get new stuff in the mail :D
So do I ;D
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4270127552_de6d9ef86a.jpg)
Quote from: alexisonfire on January 12, 2010, 11:16:16 AM
you got some matching spandex?
Alexis, just cause you're flaming (not that there is anything wrong with that...) doesn't mean everyone else is. Does Muskrat know you're thinking about other men in spandex? Oh, wait...you're bothered that he and I had lunch together yeasterday. :-*
Quote from: Samsonite on January 12, 2010, 12:11:36 PM
Alexis, just cause you're flaming (not that there is anything wrong with that...) doesn't mean everyone else is. Does Muskrat know you're thinking about other men in spandex? Oh, wait...you're bothered that he and I had lunch together yeasterday. :-*
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
don't pick on him too much, he's extra sensitive lately. [popcorn]
Quote from: muskrat on January 12, 2010, 12:39:44 PM
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
don't pick on him too much, he's extra sensitive lately. [popcorn]
hey retard, he's insinuating that you're flaming too.
Why are the pretty ones so dumb?
Why are the crazy one better in.... Nevermind
oh sure now you drag me in with you. I read it retard, just ignored it since T was snapping pictures of me at the table yesterday, without my consent I might add, so I'm deflecting because I think he's on to you.
nobody needs to defecate on anything.
Quote from: Samsonite on January 12, 2010, 12:51:47 PM
Why are the crazy one better in.... Nevermind
please T, because you can't have them. there.
The crazy ones OD on heroin at the strip club [beer]
Yes, she did. Australian accent too. Damn shame
Quote from: muskrat on January 12, 2010, 01:10:56 PM
oh sure now you drag me in with you. I read it retard, just ignored it since T was snapping pictures of me at the table yesterday, without my consent I might add, so I'm deflecting because I think he's on to you.
what!?!?!?
Quote from: Samsonite on January 12, 2010, 03:29:54 PM
Yes, she did. Australian accent too. Damn shame
remember....crazy. we are sticking to this plan. she was a looker though :-X
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/381056963.jpg)
Quote from: Rhubarb on January 12, 2010, 03:21:12 PM
The crazy ones OD on heroin at the strip club [beer]
hmmmmm, you know a lot of information for being a female. as I recall no females were in the suburban either.
:'( you could have used a little adobe on it before posting here too. [bang]
T, you are such a prick for plastering this photo all over the web. This is why I like you. [clap]
Quote from: Samsonite on January 10, 2010, 07:08:07 PM
Interested, Shoot me a price. [beer] your pm is no bueno.
I believe the PM problem is fixed. It was my typical dumbass bad. Did you get mine regarding the sticker kit?
you can tell from the look of disgust T was bad company.
Quote from: fastwin on January 12, 2010, 05:10:00 PM
I believe the PM problem is fixed. It was my typical dumbass bad. Did you get mine regarding the sticker kit?
Yes! As soon as she gets here, You, me and Lisa will be doing business
Has anyone seen a 900ss with 749/999 race body? I have, but cant find it online. I have a full set of race plastics now, but would love to try and fit them to the 900. I also have a red painted cf 900 race tail that could go on the rear instead of trying to fit the 999 tail. I have an extra mono 749/999 subframe if anyone is interested. Lisa, think you could fit the race body?
seen 'em on Monsters and Supermono bodies on supersports, i'll look through all my stuff when i get home.
Quote from: Samsonite on January 12, 2010, 05:22:51 PM
Yes! As soon as she gets here, You, me and Lisa will be doing business
Cool, no problem. [thumbsup] Looking forward to seeing the finished product. [moto]
I've got to see pictures of them on Monsters'
My guess is it would look a lot like the 900 with it, but just a more round tank.
I can't wait to see it. Hurry JV, needs pics
Alright, here's some shots of lots of things I have found cool over the years.
Like the refined Monster-tank shape by RoadRacing, there were equally cool modifications to fairings for the other bikes. Then some hardcore guys who put those fairings on bikes they were not really intended for.
Monsters:
(http://i42.tinypic.com/uvjls.jpg)
(http://i41.tinypic.com/e0r806.jpg)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04EkrvwNTI/AAAAAAAAFHA/q3RGCLHkOdY/s800/Monster%20TB1.JPG)
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04EkyWoEyI/AAAAAAAAFHE/sAUG6OVMwLA/s800/Monster%20TB2.JPG)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04ElL2w0KI/AAAAAAAAFHI/A98W6UP_P8g/s800/Monster%20TB3.JPG)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04ElTnR77I/AAAAAAAAFHM/FrtNkaJCgkQ/s800/Monster%20TB6.JPG)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04El6Ijk8I/AAAAAAAAFHU/C17LFcEyRLY/s800/Monster%20TB7.JPG)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04EmD9Q7xI/AAAAAAAAFHY/KRIIKUdxpaE/s800/Monster%20TB8.JPG)
Supersports with Supermono Bodywork ["Superdue"]
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04ApTtJOHI/AAAAAAAAFFM/TS2eJPjN5_s/s800/SuperDue%20Bodykit%204.JPG)
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04ApsBzFlI/AAAAAAAAFFQ/YTRxaezPZas/s800/SuperDue%20Bodykit%203.JPG)
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04AqDiXUVI/AAAAAAAAFFU/6MXT-1-Hxz8/s800/SuperDue%20Bodykit%201.JPG)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04ArQAh-lI/AAAAAAAAFFk/Hf24KI1MLo8/s800/SuperDue%20Bodykit%205.JPG)
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04Aqo0fsLI/AAAAAAAAFFY/ZJbYAy8iuek/s800/SuperDue%20Bodykit%202.JPG)
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04Aq0_IKDI/AAAAAAAAFFc/TbLwhLv5W9c/s800/Laguna%20Seca%202009%20Supersport%20Supermono%20body.jpg)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04ArP4KDqI/AAAAAAAAFFg/BCWiIRgQwMw/s800/Laguna%20Seca%202009%20Supersport%20Supermono%20body%20entering.jpg)
On an '89 SS!, part ZX14 fairings mixed in!
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BacJpIcI/AAAAAAAAFF4/MhxAKHhRopM/s800/img_2218.jpg)
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BatkFugI/AAAAAAAAFF8/9ARSrlPjpqU/s800/img_2221.jpg)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BbIlwHyI/AAAAAAAAFGA/PaQ4xTVAQig/s800/img_2222.jpg)
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BbWtW3YI/AAAAAAAAFGE/5KJ4KIS6Se8/s800/swingarm_1_sm.jpg)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04Bb0gJb1I/AAAAAAAAFGI/YGGzuQpM3zg/s800/swingarm_2_sm.jpg)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04Bb44_j2I/AAAAAAAAFGM/BTzmfTSfYEI/s800/swingarm_4_sm.jpg)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BcNaeOUI/AAAAAAAAFGQ/iN5Y7huZLoQ/s800/swingarm_3_sm.jpg)
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BcZDQzaI/AAAAAAAAFGU/6QXh8cJMfeQ/s800/swingarm_5_sm.jpg)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04CzulI04I/AAAAAAAAFGY/TYegxleX6hk/s800/Baylissmybike.jpg)
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BEl7Qi9I/AAAAAAAAFFo/1hRkFsVhuo8/s800/deck%20and%20track%20bike%20008.jpg)
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BFHSh5eI/AAAAAAAAFFw/1MsnNKO5goU/s800/deck%20and%20track%20bike%20011.jpg)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04C3BUkI1I/AAAAAAAAFGc/wNchOgOhavg/s800/ducati1100ds%20Ducati-Keamna%2002.JPG)
(http://lh3.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04C3KVwKsI/AAAAAAAAFGg/lzI4YuOROTU/s800/ducati1100ds%20Ducati-Keamna%2003.JPG)
(//)
Nice, where can I find that bodywork?
IT'S the same body I just bought for $230 on eBay. Just gotta search for 749/999 bodywork
Me likey [bacon]
(http://lh4.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04BFHSh5eI/AAAAAAAAFFw/1MsnNKO5goU/s800/deck%20and%20track%20bike%20011.jpg)
MEEEE TOOO.
Those MBP heads are what I want on my M900. But I've got the newer style cylinders which don't use external oil return lines (also notice that's older than a '98, given the small alternator case cover), so I won't have to pay for those fancy-ass cam end covers he produces. See the billet front 40mm brakes? wowza.
The yellow bike uses, I think, a standard supersport front fairing, but check out the red one, above. Its slightly different, made to run by itself and is from Kaemna.de
The monster in orange is fasterblkduc's on here, and there's a tutorial about mounting up the bodywork. The black one uses a 748/9*6/998 body. It would look ten times better if it were painted. Notice they used rubber hose brackets to mount the fairings to the frame tubes on that one, instead of welding brackets on. Still have to come up with a front support, which could be machined at the local machine shop pretty easy it seems. Big bracket with hole in it to go around headstock, and vertical member with bolt holes
Let's start with your bike and see the finished product. It would be fun to swap from fairings to no fairings when you felt like it
Quote from: muskrat on January 13, 2010, 10:08:11 AM
Let's start with your bike and see the finished product. It would be fun to swap from fairings to no fairings when you felt like it
Wouldnt that be hard to do on a monster given the big round headlight?
Yeah, it certainly wouldn't be a trivial task. Take a good hour or so, with all the wiring and such to the front, disassembly, then putting the new stuff on. Don't think it would be too difficult if it was for trackdays and you were trailering it there though.
Quote from: Samsonite on January 12, 2010, 05:27:28 PM
Has anyone seen a 900ss with 749/999 race body? I have, but cant find it online. I have a full set of race plastics now, but would love to try and fit them to the 900. I also have a red painted cf 900 race tail that could go on the rear instead of trying to fit the 999 tail. I have an extra mono 749/999 subframe if anyone is interested. Lisa, think you could fit the race body?
Sorry... late to the party as usual. Just checked this thread [bang] But yes, I can probably fit all the pieces together. In fact, I've always wanted to do a project like this so I would enjoy the opportunity to work with you [thumbsup]
Just remember the old racing addage; your speed on track is limited only by time and cubic dollars [evil]
I'd like for it to be street legal though.
Quote from: lisaboyd on January 13, 2010, 04:19:16 PM
Sorry... late to the party as usual. Just checked this thread [bang] But yes, I can probably fit all the pieces together. In fact, I've always wanted to do a project like this so I would enjoy the opportunity to work with you [thumbsup]
Just remember the old racing addage; your speed on track is limited only by time and cubic dollars [evil]
Let me get the 749s bought and paid for next week, and I'll be able to drop the 900 off to you say.....early Feb [thumbsup]
Quote from: Rhubarb on January 12, 2010, 03:21:12 PM
The crazy ones OD on heroin at the strip club [beer]
Quote from: muskrat on January 12, 2010, 03:37:16 PM
hmmmmm, you know a lot of information for being a female. as I recall no females were in the suburban either.
weird huh?
Quote from: Samsonite on January 12, 2010, 05:22:51 PM
Yes! As soon as she gets here, You, me and Lisa will be doing business
Sorry guys, my adult ADD has kicked in at full force :P I will not be buying the 749 now. I had to email Wayne, the seller, last night to let him know. That bike was really cool, and IMO, a great bike for the price. I hope he sells it soon...
Damn -you got rid of that one before you even got it!!!
You're getting good at this! [cheeky]
Quote from: RichD on January 15, 2010, 08:56:45 AM
Damn -you got rid of that one before you even got it!!!
You're getting good at this! [cheeky]
[bacon]
Still have the Tommy Gun helmet? [popcorn]
[roll] [roll]
(http://pic40.picturetrail.com/VOL363/7371556/19880304/381056966.jpg)
got a new gold shield for it too... matches the ohlins on my new 1098s 8)
Track only or can we lane split again ;D
Quote from: TresGatos on January 15, 2010, 07:42:23 PM
Track only or can we lane split again ;D
It'll remain street legal. What is this, "lane splitting" you speak of?
That was when you had that yellow R6 that fit you
perfectly. I recall a girls face pasted to her window
as we passed on an overpass. No more of that [evil]
(https://lh5.ggpht.com/_4iYlZ1m8UEM/S04CzulI04I/AAAAAAAAFGY/TYegxleX6hk/s800/Baylissmybike.jpg)
Who's the squid with the sandals? ???
;D
I saw this on another board, it pretty much rocks!
RedBullRomaniacs 2009 (http://vimeo.com/7141693)
now that brings back lots of memories and lots of painful experiences along with costly medical tolls. Too bad I sold my dirt bikes because they were fun as hell.
The Ouch moment:
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4053/4287590635_98573fafff_o.jpg)
Making up:(strange)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/4288330952_e1b67fe1ed_o.jpg)
From Alice Margaria's facebook page.
That 1st pic would really hurt! Do you know her?
Quote from: Ondatra on January 19, 2010, 06:35:43 AM
That 1st pic would really hurt! Do you know her?
She's a friend on Facebook that I do not know personally because she lives in either Spain or Italy. She's a stunt rider I think so you know, they so weird crap like this anyways. I just report the news maam. Check her out by searching Alice Margaria. Weirdness.
Quote from: Ondatra on January 19, 2010, 06:35:43 AM
That 1st pic would really hurt! Do you know her?
Welcome to the board. If you're in Sherman you'll find favor with the S. Okie set here. They're all that. What sort of Duc are you looking for?
There's a south Oklahoma board?
I'm leaning toward a monster, I like the 800.
By that I mean there are riders here on this board who live in the Plano/McKinney area that we humorously and lovingly call the S. Okies. They are the current livelyhood of this board.
Quote from: RED on January 19, 2010, 08:20:51 AM
By that I mean there are riders here on this board who live in the Plano/McKinney area that we humorously and lovingly call the S. Okies. They are the current livelyhood of this board.
Yeah, but calling a North Texan a "S. Okie" is like calling Curt Schilling a Yankee fan. [laugh]
Quote from: NorDog on January 19, 2010, 08:32:41 AM
Yeah, but calling a North Texan a "S. Okie" is like calling Curt Schilling a Yankee fan. [laugh]
Ole! [bow_down]
Ive got an '08 695 I might let go of. Maybe as I've said this before but still have the bike. [moto]
Quote from: Ondatra on January 19, 2010, 08:07:34 AM
There's a south Oklahoma board?
I'm leaning toward a monster, I like the 800.
watch the board for rides, we are only 30 minutes from you and usually head toward the NE McKinney are and Muesnter which you can catch us on 82 & 35 if you're pressed for time. There's about 12 of us who regularly ride, some just talk about it (AKA Dallas crew [evil])
hope you find what you're looking for soon, it's a perfect week to ride.
Quote from: Ondatra on January 19, 2010, 08:07:34 AM
There's a south Oklahoma board?
I'm leaning toward a monster, I like the 800.
Welcome, and hope you find a scooter soon. [thumbsup]
BTW--interesting screen name... 8)
by the way, your screen name Ondatra means muskrat which is me. Now I'm being accused of having two screen names. [bang]
Quote from: NorDog on January 19, 2010, 08:32:41 AM
Yeah, but calling a North Texan a "S. Okie" is like calling Curt Schilling a Yankee fan. [laugh]
Oooh! You got me there Dog!
('Change' IS coming. Go Scott Brown!) Does Curt have his own talk show yet?
Hey, Dog, what's this about a tornado warning in L.A.??
Quote from: muskrat on January 19, 2010, 11:06:38 AM
by the way, your screen name Ondatra means muskrat which is me. Now I'm being accused of having two screen names. [bang]
The muskrat is found in swamps, marshes, and wetlands from northern North America to the Gulf coast and the Mexican border.
We've been hacked!
Quote from: muskrat on January 19, 2010, 11:06:38 AM
by the way, your screen name Ondatra means muskrat which is me. Now I'm being accused of having two screen names. [bang]
you are taking talking to yourself to a new level here.
Quote from: ato memphis on January 19, 2010, 11:09:30 AM
you are taking talking to yourself to a new level here.
[laugh] [clap]
[thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on January 19, 2010, 11:06:40 AM
Oooh! You got me there Dog! ('Change' IS coming. Go Scott Brown!) Does Curt have his own talk show yet?
Hey, Dog, what's this about a tornado warning in L.A.??
Yeah, just heard there was a tornado warning. Go figure. Let's see, here in LA County we have to deal with wild fires, earthquakes, mudslides, gridlock, air head actresses, and now tornados!
Still, even in this weather I would go out and vote today if I could. I lean towards Curt Schilling.
I heard an interview with him yesterday about the Coakly fiasco and when asked why he's not in the running he said he wanted to stay at home for a few years to be with his family more. He didn't rule out the fact that he is interested in politics though. He'd be a great asset to the country from what I've seen of his blog. http://38pitches.com/ (http://38pitches.com/)
Quote from: muskrat on January 19, 2010, 11:06:38 AM
by the way, your screen name Ondatra means muskrat which is me. Now I'm being accused of having two screen names. [bang]
You mean we can't
all have rodent screen names!?!
Dammit! and I was thinking of changing mine to Nutria. Pinutria. Pinocchiutria. I dunno, something like that.
My new avatar:
(http://pehrlabel.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/nutria.jpg)
Rather handsome fellow, don't you think?
NO I have the market cornered and am the self anointed Rat leader :P
good to c ya bryant. i will come by a few times during spring and summer. ice cream is good but mostly just too give you a hard time. [cheeky]
Nice avitar Red. Those ritas were good [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on January 22, 2010, 11:52:29 AM
Nice avitar Red. Those ritas were good [thumbsup]
More where they came from! Yippeeee!! It's the weekend! [thumbsup]
Exhaust is back on the bike and all cleaned up. They look great w/ the red scotch-brite + WD40 combo that RichD suggested. Took some stickers off and still saving up for the track goodies.
BTW.... AMS has 5 trackdays set up for the 2010 year. I hope to make 3 of them. Apr/May and Nov at the least
Hey, it just dawned on me that if EVERYONE here sent me some cash then I could come visit the DFW/LSD crowd and you all could buy me drinks at the Dubliner or Lee Harvey's (what's the latest cool watering hole these days?).
All I need is the cash. LOTS o' cash.
Afterwards I could join the USMC or something.
Quote from: NorDog on January 23, 2010, 04:23:45 PM
Afterwards I could join the USMC or something.
I worship The Corp.
I'll contribute a dollar but I get to ride your HOG
Hell, I'll call your $1 and raise you $5 for a ride on that sweet pig.
Quote from: RED on January 23, 2010, 06:06:04 PM
Hell, I'll call your $1 and raise you $5 for a ride on that sweet pig.
(http://www.spaceg.com/multimedia/collection/motorcycles/Miss%20Piggy%20poses%20for%20Playboar.jpg)
Oh, I could make her squeeeeeeeeel !!!!
TIRES DAMN IT!!! Get yer mind otta there.... [laugh] [laugh]
Wow! Watching NBC5 talking about WoodFire by Kirby's looks to be a koool place to eat! Flash Mob!!!
Quote from: Rhubarb on January 23, 2010, 06:23:31 PM
(http://www.spaceg.com/multimedia/collection/motorcycles/Miss%20Piggy%20poses%20for%20Playboar.jpg)
Hubba hubba baby....nice fenders ya got there....
Quote from: RED on January 23, 2010, 06:26:22 PM
Oh, I could make her squeeeeeeeeel !!!!
Please do not make a video :o
I have noticed a bacon fetish here. I had never seen a bacon emoticon before.
Let's squeeze in a Deliverance reference while we are at it:
Are you going to play the part of the hillbilly, or you more the Ned Beatty type?
I've said it before, and I'll say it again: livestock are not usually involved in my recreational activities.
Thanks for stepping in Pin. [thumbsup]
you sure got a purty mouth, boy
wondering who and why the ben spies thread was deleted? that was actually pretty funny stuff to read. i always love it when someone messes with 'skrat. nevermind! just a day in the life over here. post up.........2 hours later delete post. hoping nobody sees it. start a thread. when thread wanders off course (AS THEY ALL DO), delete thread. way to anal for me. greased BB theory!
Quote from: Pinocchio on January 23, 2010, 09:34:48 PM
I've said it before, and I'll say it again: livestock are not usually involved in my recreational activities.
Which just begs the question; are livestock
un-usually involved in said activities? [evil]
Quote from: lisaboyd on January 24, 2010, 09:26:13 AM
Which just begs the question; are livestock un-usually involved in said activities? [evil]
No, but such cross-species speculation may have been why the Ben Spies sighting thread got deleted. Not that I would know anything about that. Bestiality, that is. Or why threads get deleted, for that matter. Just sayin'....
after that, it's seriously time to change the subject.... [laugh]
I must have missed the Deliverance reference in that thread. Did I make one? Thought that it was just here.
It really is a good movie.
it seems you miss a lot :o
I did not miss the epic win by New Orleans [thumbsup]
Does fastwin mean fast win or fast twin? Racer?
correct me if i am wrong but didn't someone have a "fas twin" or "fast win" post and it was followed by a TOB must dead. you see this is what drives me crazy. if you post it, leave it. believe me this if i will say it on here i will say it to your face. stop being so afraid to rub someone the wrong and just post it. we all know each other. if you don't like it then say something to that person. either call around and find who has their number or tell them when you see them face to face. but when you start deleting threads and posts just because of someones feelings it tells me you are a CHICKEN SHIT! to worried about being p.c. and not willing to say whats on your mind or stick up for your beliefs and opinions. that is exactly what is wrong with this country. too many chicken shits in day to day life.
Quote from: calscrazy on January 25, 2010, 04:57:33 PM
correct me if i am wrong but didn't someone have a "fas twin" or "fast win" post and it was followed by a TOB must dead. you see this is what drives me crazy. if you post it, leave it. believe me this if i will say it on here i will say it to your face. stop being so afraid to rub someone the wrong and just post it. we all know each other. if you don't like it then say something to that person. either call around and find who has their number or tell them when you see them face to face. but when you start deleting threads and posts just because of someones feelings it tells me you are a CHICKEN SHIT! to worried about being p.c. and not willing to say whats on your mind or stick up for your beliefs and opinions. that is exactly what is wrong with this country. too many chicken shits in day to day life.
Wow. Just wow. Bring it, mutha.
Was that better?
Quote from: lisaboyd on January 25, 2010, 05:23:13 PM
Wow. Just wow. Bring it, mutha.
Was that better?
[thumbsup]
Just as long as you're happy.
Now everyone can come out and play. Yea.
Not exactly. Though I will say that he will not like his name posted on a forum. Please try to stick with screen names. Please edit that out if you will.
Quote from: lisaboyd on January 25, 2010, 05:23:13 PM
Wow. Just wow. Bring it, mutha.
How was that, Chris?
WEAK!! you can do better than that. NOW BRING IT!!!!! BRING THE PAIN! ANARCHY!!! YEAH YEAH!!!!! WOOOOOO!!!!!!
I am rhubarb ;D
Good lord. Why don't you folks stick to dfwducati.com? If we are such wankers and are so anal then why do you insist on posting on the DMF local board? I really wish everyone here could just get along. We love bikes and we love Ducatis. Isn't that enough? Damn. Enough is enough. No more BS. Isn't there enough trouble in life already? To quote Rodney King: why can't we all just get along? I don't know anything about any deleted posts about me... who gives a shit? I'm about two steps from dumping this board because of all the stupid posts. I'm sure that would be a monumental day for some folks. Maybe I'll just hang out in the nat'l threads like I have been doing already. At least there will be peace. ;D As always, this board needs an enema. [bang] And no, I won't be deleting this post later! Peace, out.
Quote from: fastwin on January 25, 2010, 06:27:06 PM
I don't know anything about any deleted posts about me...
Actually, you deleted your post.
QuoteI used to love this local board. But now I spend more time on the "National" boards even though it's really a world wide board. The General Monster Forum and the No Moto Content are a lot more interesting. Most local rides and meet ups have evolved into email things. It's just not what it used to be. Sad.
I came over here from ducati.ms. That is a fact. I post up that I was concerned about your discussion about running Spies' plates. And you slammed me. Then you deleted the thread.
Yes, I know the admin of that website very well. I also post on a Florida Ducati website since they have an active politics board (coastal ducati club.) I try not to limit myself to one board.
All the stories that I have heard about this board are true. 2 people ran away dozens.
What makes you two so special? You are the loudest whiners?
wow.
Quote from: fastwin on January 25, 2010, 06:44:07 PM
wow.
I had saved a pm to you in word, but never sent it. That is why I still had your quote.
I'm so happy for you. [cheeky]
Rhubarb is avegetable that resembles celery bit has
a rddish color. I've heard it is used to make a pie.
8)
did someone mention PC? aw phuk, and here I was staying out of the fray.
no one here cares about my opinion which is why I will dole it out freely - to everyone: lighten the make the beast with two backs UP!
we all love to hate and hate to love sometimes but that's what we humans live through. IMO if you're the sensitive type then run along, this board belongs to everyone and I do mean everyone who cares to visit. I like raising hell in both places and FYI I got kicked off an HD forum for saying shit. [evil] I couldn't believe it myself but I guess even SAMCRO has rules sometimes.
boobies, beer and two wheels. what else do we need? 8)
go look at the rest of the board if you haven't already. WARNING: offensive material but funny as hell.
Rhubarb can be forced to grow up early by raising the temperature. That is the meaning of my name. Shit heated up rather quickly for me, and I was forced to grow up early.
No bullshit. A little peak into what makes me tick.
Quote from: muskrat on January 25, 2010, 07:10:38 PM
boobies, beer and two wheels. what else do we need? 8)
Sense of humor
Viberider
Sybian
[bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
how could I have forgotten those items? [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] That sybian will set you back about a grand, I'll take instead some new wheels in chrome please. I'm an idiot.
Quote from: muskrat on January 25, 2010, 07:10:38 PM
... but I guess even SAMCRO has rules sometimes.
You watch too much TV. Sons of Anarchy is FICTION, even of loosely based on a real story.
Quote from: muskrat on January 25, 2010, 07:18:50 PM
[bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang]
how could I have forgotten those items? [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] That sybian will set you back about a grand, I'll take instead some new wheels in chrome please. I'm an idiot.
$1395
Wow! Just like re-runs on TV!! Ha Ha...here we go ....again!!! LOL [popcorn]
BTW I'm taking side bets on this....just call 'ol Sharky and we'll talk... [thumbsup]
I'm sending this thread to SAMCRO. we'll see how fictional this really is. [leo]
I'm taking over this board. It is lame and needs to be invigorated. Too many blue hairs here. How old are you people anyway. 60?
Quote from: TresGatos on January 25, 2010, 06:10:14 PM
I am rhubarb ;D
based on the finalists claiming to take the Rhubarb name.....you're both fugly women.
Everyone wants to be me. Well, lisaboyd may be off of that list.
I think we should start having flash mobs again.
I think we should have dinners and lunches again.
I think we should have rides again.
I think we should go to events as a group again.
I think we need bike nights where we all get shit-faced and spill our guts to one another.
I think we need wrench together.
I think we need to do regular track days together. One reason we ride is our relationship to the track. That is why our Ducatis exist so we can feel what racers feel. Have we forgotten that that is why we bought them for in the first place?
Let's get back to being decent bikers again ok?
JMTC
Really crotchety, that one is.
Benedict Arnold.
he he....it's becoming all too clear to me now. That's funny "Rhu". Took me a while. [laugh]
Of course it is clear to you. I sent you a PM.
Semi-confirmed was all the pm was good for... ;D [evil]
:-X
I tried to eat there today but the sign made me rethink my choice
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/photo-3.jpg)
Quote from: muskrat on January 26, 2010, 12:59:38 PM
:-X
I tried to eat there today but the sign made me rethink my choice
So, basically, you said "No Pho King Way" to that idea.... :P
pretty pho king much
Quote from: Rhubarb on January 25, 2010, 07:28:25 PM
I'm taking over this board. It is lame and needs to be invigorated take Viagra. Too many blue hairs here. How old are you people anyway. 60?
Well, yeah, as a matter of fact, I
am 60. By the way, I fixed it for you. [laugh]
Peace and love!
I think it may be Pho King Kool to eat there. They may serve us some live fish or eel or octopussy.
I'm afraid that for some of us here, that photo is as close as we will ever get to Pho King. [bang]
Quote from: RED on January 25, 2010, 07:38:30 PM
I think we should start having flash mobs again.
I think we should have dinners and lunches again.
I think we should have rides again.
I think we should go to events as a group again.
I think we need bike nights where we all get shit-faced and spill our guts to one another.
I think we need wrench together.
I think we need to do regular track days together. One reason we ride is our relationship to the track. That is why our Ducatis exist so we can feel what racers feel. Have we forgotten that that is why we bought them for in the first place?
Let's get back to being decent bikers again ok?
Damn.... I leave for a few minutes, & the board goes to hell. Don't make me move back!!!!!! [evil] ;D
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on January 27, 2010, 04:55:26 AM
Damn.... I leave for a few minutes, & the board goes to hell. Don't make me move back!!!!!! [evil] ;D
And leave desolation junction? Come now.
Quote from: NorDog on January 27, 2010, 04:19:40 AM
I'm afraid that for some of us here, that photo is as close as we will ever get to Pho King. [bang]
is that marital advice?
[laugh] [clap]
Quote from: muskrat on January 27, 2010, 07:59:42 AM
is that marital advice?
After Dax, I got nuthin.
Has everyone finished up watching American Idol yet? Where's everyone gone tonight? Oh, wait a minute, don't tell you are watching The SoTU prime time show???
I swear, it's worse than going to Mass on Easter Sunday all the stand up sit downing on this SoTU show.
Nope, didn't watch it. Still unpacking. Where's my
mailbox? ???
American what? you mean to say girls gone wild right? otherwise you need help.
I gotta stay off CL...
http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/anc/1473531732.html (http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/anc/1473531732.html)
Man, do we need an intervention here with a dose of reality thrown in? Is that what NM is doing to you out there at Desolation Junction? [laugh] [laugh]
I would think that by now you would be more involved with taking pictures of what wildlife there is out there and sunsets. [laugh] [laugh] jk u no
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on January 28, 2010, 08:05:52 AM
I gotta stay off CL...
http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/anc/1473531732.html (http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/anc/1473531732.html)
:o Awesome.
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on January 28, 2010, 08:05:52 AM
I gotta stay off CL...
http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/anc/1473531732.html (http://www.craigslist.org/about/best/anc/1473531732.html)
I'd like a pair of dachsund ear plugs
And I'd like one of these, please...
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/01/28/mv-agusta-perfezionata-tamborini-corse-t1-perfects-what-alread/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/01/28/mv-agusta-perfezionata-tamborini-corse-t1-perfects-what-alread/)
Tamborini is king [moto]
They spelled it wrong: Tamburini. Just saying... [laugh] That's OK, no one spells my name right either.
New garage lighting...
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2770/4326010192_c764103d6a.jpg)
I call total bullshit on this one. My office has now instituted a policy of not allowing social networking sites through the firewall now !! Except one that I frequent... [evil] he he he... [evil] So no more Facebook or Myspace or twitter or any other 'social' networking sites. Where's my sprint card??
We've been that way for a long time. It's bothers me more that I can't see the pics posted here and on other boards since photo-hosting sites are taboo. There was a brief amount of time monday I had access to Flickr and could actually see avatars and posted bike pics, but that lasted a nanosecond.... [bang]
Wow, and I thought I was 'under the thumb' . No mo pregnant dogin from me! :-X
I do have a Starbucks across the street that I can go to and get online for free. So, I got that going for me. CJ I'll just send you emails of all the Ducati porn I run across [laugh] [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on February 03, 2010, 07:00:23 AM
I do have a Starbucks across the street that I can go to...
I, unfortunately, only have a burned-out crack house across from me. :P
Thy let me use mine in the break room, sure cut my
post count down :-X
You use myspace? WTF? Aren't you too old for that?
Luckily I can use my G1 to get online if 3G is available. [thumbsup]
Quote from: RED on February 03, 2010, 05:58:02 AM
I call total bullshit on this one. My office has now instituted a policy of not allowing social networking sites through the firewall now !! Except one that I frequent... [evil] he he he... [evil] So no more Facebook or Myspace or twitter or any other 'social' networking sites. Where's my sprint card??
Yeah, we had the same policy where I work for a couple of years... then the hospital got a Facebook page (good for community relations, you know)....Facilities Development realized they could auction the hospital's salvage on eBay....patient education on YouTube....you can follow the CEO's tweets now....
Auction off "...hospital's salvage"? Yipes.
[thumbsup] Parts is Parts [thumbsup]
[puke]
Am I the only person left that does not do "social networking"? No facebook, no twitter, no 3G shit, no nothing. How is it that I still find a way to exist in your world. Shit, I have never even texted someone yet I seem to be doing just fine. Maybe it's the same reason I have never eaten at a McDonalds and never plan to do so. Maybe I am the Bodhisattva... but I am sure Patrick would disagree! [laugh] Hell, I would too!! ;D
Quote from: fastwin on February 03, 2010, 06:34:44 PM
Am I the only person left that does not do "social networking"? No facebook, no twitter, no 3G shit, no nothing. How is it that I still find a way to exist in your world. Shit, I have never even texted someone yet I seem to be doing just fine. Maybe it's the same reason I have never eaten at a McDonalds and never plan to do so. Maybe I am the Bodhisattva... but I am sure Patrick would disagree! [laugh] Hell, I would too!! ;D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6j1Ol2rRxzY
Never texted?That is un-american :o
Quote from: fastwin on February 03, 2010, 06:34:44 PM
Am I the only person left that does not do "social networking"? No facebook, no twitter, no 3G shit, no nothing. How is it that I still find a way to exist in your world. Shit, I have never even texted someone yet I seem to be doing just fine. Maybe it's the same reason I have never eaten at a McDonalds and never plan to do so. Maybe I am the Bodhisattva... but I am sure Patrick would disagree! [laugh] Hell, I would too!! ;D
I think you've got being an avatar confused with being an atavist. It's a common mistake. Hmmm, maybe you could make that work for you, sort of a "Bodhis-atavist". You could get a old Vishnu-cent, or maybe a Ca-Shiva Elefant 900 to ride.... [laugh]
Should I delete that post? [laugh]
you should learn to text. its like having a conversation, except without all the unnecessary "hows ya motha" and whatnot. if my grandfather can figure it out, and my dad can regularly use it to send me dirty jokes, you can learn!
I like the dirty jokes part of that. ;D
Where the heck is our normally great Texas winter riding weather? Jeez, is it ever going to stop raining and will we ever hit a stretch of above normal high temps?? Did somone unplug the cord to the sun? Anyone want some Oakley sunglasses for cheap? I can't remember the last time I needed them. :P
Oh yeah... how about those Saints!! [thumbsup] [beer] [clap] Pretty cool.
uh...pm me with a price on the Oakleys ok?? [thumbsup]
Someone need a 999s project?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/DUCATI-999S-TRACK-OR-PROJECT-BIKE-2004-LOW-MILES_W0QQitemZ260550148015QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item3ca9ffbfaf (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/DUCATI-999S-TRACK-OR-PROJECT-BIKE-2004-LOW-MILES_W0QQitemZ260550148015QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item3ca9ffbfaf)
Sorry kids, I think I took some of the warm weather with me when I moved. We've had the least snow up here (according to reports) that has been recorded in a good while.
On a different note, I hit my quarter life crisis yesterday.... [bang]
It's good practice, hope you have several more! [clap] Now, give us back our TX winter weather please. ;D
For your birthday present I gave the Saints a Superbowl Championship. Hope you like it! [laugh] Happy belated birthday bro'! [beer]
Quote from: WonderBoy on February 08, 2010, 01:38:23 PM...On a different note, I hit my quarter life crisis yesterday....
Well... the good news is you've got LOTS of company! [thumbsup]
GOOD news? Maybe that means I've arrived and I'm officially old.... [bang] [beer]
Quote from: WonderBoy on February 08, 2010, 01:38:23 PM
Sorry kids, I think I took some of the warm weather with me when I moved. We've had the least snow up here (according to reports) that has been recorded in a good while.
On a different note, I hit my quarter life crisis yesterday.... [bang]
Given that male life excpectancy in the U.S. is at 75 years, that would make you 18 years old.
I anticipate hitting my quarter life crisis between the ages of 125 to 150. 500 to 600 years will be a nice long life.
Joan Rivers figured out the recipe for eternal life. Make yourself a non-biodegradable, 75% plastic/25% silicone zombie.
Quote from: Rhubarb on February 10, 2010, 05:40:22 AM
I anticipate hitting my quarter life crisis between the ages of 125 to 150. 500 to 600 years will be a nice long life.
Joan Rivers figured out the recipe for eternal life. Make yourself a non-biodegradable, 75% plastic/25% silicone zombie.
[laugh] [clap]
I love it! I was driving on the snow slushy roads near my house a few minutes ago only to have a rider on a RC51 go by! I've heard those RCs handle great in the snow! [laugh] One tough SOB. [thumbsup]
that's my favorite Honda.
Mine too. I love my Hayden Rep. I also love the reason it exists (the Suzook TL also)... Ducati was kicking their ass in WSBK so they both built Jap Ducs! Ya gotta love that! [clap]
now if only Al at Lamb Honda would drop his price on his "prized" RC I might bite. :-X
Almost bought his personal used Hayden Rep years ago but I held out and had Plano Honda find me a new one out of state and had it shipped in. I couldn't find a 2004 anywhere but they pulled some strings. Glad I waited.
Man, it's like hearing bombs drop or explosions going off all around me. The ice and snow are just tearing up my trees and all my topical plants. Everything is just breaking off. I've lost 4 large diameter branches (6"+ in some cases) on 3 of my prized White Oaks! Aaarrgh!! [bang] [bang]
Make that 5!! This is a major bad storm. :P
Quote from: RED on February 11, 2010, 05:51:56 PM
Man, it's like hearing bombs drop or explosions going off all around me. The ice and snow are just tearing up my trees and all my topical plants. Everything is just breaking off. I've lost 4 large diameter branches (6"+ in some cases) on 3 of my prized White Oaks! Aaarrgh!! [bang] [bang]
More Firewood!!! [evil]
Yep, I kept knocking off the snow yesterday to keep my crepe myrtles from laying on the ground and I ended up loosing some big ass limbs off my live oaks. The chain saws will be buzzing today! The worst storm I have ever seen was back in 1978 (I think). It was an ice storm not snow. I lived in Austin and was home for a visit and got stuck in town for a few days. Trees were down everywhere! My older brother had two chain saws and for a day we were the heroes of his neighborhood. Lots of blocked driveways and downed trees on rooftops.
Ah, yaas! The Ice Storm of '78!! I remember it well....! 8)
The power was out in East Dallas for about a week, due to all the overhanging tree branches coming down. Suburbanites with "modern, GE All-Electric" homes built in the 60's froze in the dark! There were derelict cars that had slid off the roads into yards in every neighborhood. Every tree was a glistening frozen fountain of ice. And it was really quiet, because no one was on the roads.
Except for me, in my trusty Buick Electra. [evil]
(http://www.electra225.com/owners/Brian-Laurance-59/SM-59handling.jpg)
looks like you had hair then
You talking to Pincchio or me? [laugh]
both. why offend just one.
It's more economical that way. Two for the price of one! ;D
economies of scale. wait, is that how they came up with the budget too? :o
apparently. [bang]
I found another use for my motorcycle trailer.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4065/4359034501_b9d7fc3f84_b.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2693/4359774014_085c869360_b.jpg)
Neighborhood snowman. [laugh]
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4023/4359031429_be4bbe4589_b.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4037/4359771286_fab290b1f9_b.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4026/4359031039_96f5c9ec91_b.jpg)
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2712/4359770638_47179bb9d3_b.jpg)
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(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2448/4359768936_bd1260e9b3_b.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4041/4359768564_484118558d_b.jpg)
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(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2735/4359773058_5ab30870e6_b.jpg)
:o :o :o :o :o
did the USA Today take a picture of that snowman?
Awesome pics. You sure got hit hard!
Eastie flash mob anyone?
Maybe. I'm on 2 wheels, but muskrat can't make it.
Quote from: webspoke on February 16, 2010, 12:17:45 PM
Maybe. I'm on 2 wheels, but muskrat can't make it.
Oh no! what will we ever do without our cruise director
Julie Muskrat [cheeky]
(sorry, but a bit punchy today)
You are now on my shit list my albino friend! I never rest until I get even. [evil]
Just got back from AMS, I love looking at all the bikes ;D
Marty said he may set up some Monster Days this year [thumbsup]
Quote from: muskrat on February 16, 2010, 01:14:10 PM
You are now on my shit list my albino efficient vitamin D absorbing friend! I never rest until I get even. [evil]
fixed it for you!
I expect that bike of yours to be well hidden :-X
Quote from: muskrat on February 16, 2010, 02:47:38 PM
I expect that bike of yours to be well hidden :-X
guard cat! [thumbsup]
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2773/4364244188_a4039bbac3_o.jpg)
In honor of Fat Tuesday, may I present...
boobies
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/boobie-dance-2-big.jpg)
wow, back to back on the R rated stuff again.
and Sue forget the apologies, I'm gunnin for ya
Quote from: boobies on February 16, 2010, 05:16:45 PM
In honor of Fat Tuesday, may I present...
MY boobies
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/boobie-dance-2-big.jpg)
Fixed yer boobies ;D
Always good to see 'em! [thumbsup]
...and I'm not even a PETA member. 8)
Why doesn't Ducati sell a "Ducati Corse" license plate frame? Hell, make it out of carbon fiber, charge eleventy billion dollars...
Yeah. I'd find a way to buy one [bang] [laugh]
Because no kne would pay DNA prices [popcorn]
Quote from: boobies on February 18, 2010, 12:26:37 PM
Why doesn't Ducati sell a "Ducati Corse" license plate frame?
Maybe they realize that most riders would like to find a way to hide their license plate, like stuffing it under the seat.
Personally, I think license plates are obsolete. Why aren't there OEM transponders in all vehicles? When you bought the vehicle, new or used, your ownership would be associated with that transponder's code by the local tax office, and transmitted electronically to the state DMV. Then the same transponder would work for toll roads, red lights, and traffic stops. This could save billions of taxpayer dollars.[leo]
Oh, excuse me! I forgot everyone reading this probably likes to speed and run red lights. :-[
Well, then.... go ahead and stuff your plates in your seats, then. [cheeky]
it's my car my bike. to hell with your transponders. they already know way too much about my life as it is. gotta stop somewhere, besides we have Onstar and the like that will notify people when there's an accident.
it will also notify the onstar people that the people you are driving around are really, really drunk and won't quit pushing that damn button.
in other news, i had mine disabled awhile back.
Quote from: boobies on February 18, 2010, 12:26:37 PM
Why doesn't Ducati sell a "Ducati Corse" license plate frame? Hell, make it out of carbon fiber, charge eleventy billion dollars...
Yeah. I'd find a way to buy one [bang] [laugh]
Where does the line start?
I gave up lent for belly button.
Quote from: ato memphis on February 18, 2010, 04:56:09 PM
it will also notify the onstar people that the people you are driving around are really, really drunk and won't quit pushing that damn button.
in other news, i had mine disabled awhile back.
so that's how I got caught. [bang]
Looks like I'll ride to work three days in a row [thumbsup] [moto]
Quote from: TresGatos on February 18, 2010, 07:02:14 PM
Looks like I'll ride to work three days in a row [thumbsup] [moto]
Fun stuff, isn't it? ;D [moto]
Good job Tiger. [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on February 18, 2010, 07:02:14 PM
Looks like I'll ride to work three days in a row [thumbsup] [moto]
Yeah, that 1/2 mile ride is a real pregnant dog I am guessing! [moto] [laugh] [bang] [laugh] [laugh]
http://josh.wild3d.net/bikesandgirls/ (http://josh.wild3d.net/bikesandgirls/)
I take different routes so the bike warms up ;D
Quote from: TresGatos on February 19, 2010, 06:27:25 AM
Good job Tiger. [thumbsup]
Svoloch is probably glad to hear about his profession of Budism as his faith. He's got a long way to go.
And now for something completely different:
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/19/video-bmw-s-1000-rr-valvetrain-at-full-bore-shocks-and-awes/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/02/19/video-bmw-s-1000-rr-valvetrain-at-full-bore-shocks-and-awes/)
[beer]
SO...I retract my previous statement about record low snowfall up here. We're bracing for an entire week of it after today. BRING ON THE SNOWMOBILE WEATHER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(and yes, I've had it checked out....it's a SNOWMOBILE, ya jackasses)
2 more inches and its a season record, i believe.
Then lay in it, your thingy may make it past the 2 inches :P
I was just wondering if this is considered Busa attire?
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4072/4404314593_6b1fca048d_o.jpg)
[coffee] gawd, those white socks...
What socks? ;)
[laugh] nice.
Now thats a tail [clap]
Does anyone know about the televised World Cup soccer matches coming in June? Does anyone on this board give a #&$% about soccer ? [laugh]
Quote from: boobies on March 04, 2010, 12:47:53 PM
Does anyone know about the televised World Cup soccer matches coming in June? Does anyone on this board give a #&$% about soccer ? [laugh]
Soccer? Isn't that the full size version of foosball?
If this is a legit ad, someone really needs to snag this Duc:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2003-DUCATI-999-FILA-SUPER-CLEAN-LOW-MILES_W0QQitemZ380211993769QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item5886669ca9 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2003-DUCATI-999-FILA-SUPER-CLEAN-LOW-MILES_W0QQitemZ380211993769QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item5886669ca9)
;D
Bi-Po?
Cheap...
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/mcy/1634329395.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/mcy/1634329395.html)
Or not...
http://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/mcy/1636242880.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/mcy/1636242880.html)
Wassup with the "New Avatar Policy"? Maybe I should reconsider my whole screen name/avatar schtick... Can't seem to find a good picture of whitebread tho.
well, if people wouldn't put avatars of an animated gif image of the face of some lady get railed from behind, there probably wouldn't be a problem...
Quote from: ato memphis on March 10, 2010, 03:20:21 PM
well, if people wouldn't put avatars of an animated gif image of the face of some lady get railed from behind, there probably wouldn't be a problem...
This reminds me of a story.
When I was about 5 years old my family was watching Gunsmoke on TV. Marshall Dillon was in the saloon and Miss Kitty brought over a round of beers. She sits down and starts drinking her beer.
I thought women only drank "mixed drinks", I had only ever seen men drink beer.
I said, "Mom, I didn't think ladies drank beer."
"She's no lady," my mom replied.
And to think that Slag was run off by you guys [roll] Was he really as bad as that? I can't see him posting porn.
porn? what folder....let me in. [drink]
Quote from: Rhubarb on March 10, 2010, 05:01:47 PM
And to think that Slag was run off by you guys [roll] Was he really as bad as that? I can't see him posting porn.
He's BAD, you're BAD, I'm BAD, Whooo! uh huh...ah hah...I'm BAD I'm BAD I'm BAD I'm BAD.....
Excuse me Michael Jackson took over my body for a moment. [laugh]
Who ever said Slag was bad? He's BAD, you're BAD, I'm BAD, Whooo! uh huh...ah hah...I'm BAD I'm BAD I'm BAD I'm BAD.....
Damn it there it goes again!
go peek at other folders, namely the no moto content, and laugh your ass off. this shit here is tame compared to the stuff they post there.
Quote from: muskrat on March 11, 2010, 08:53:58 AM
.. this shit here is tame compared to the stuff they post there.
Amen Bro. ;D :o
When is it going to be time to retire American Chopper? I'm tired of being insulted into thinking that this is the only type of motorcycling America likes to watch. It was funny and interesting for about 10 mintues. Rant off. [laugh]
Quote from: RED on March 11, 2010, 09:42:23 AM
When is it going to be time to retire American Chopper? I'm tired of being insulted into thinking that this is the only type of motorcycling America likes to watch. It was funny and interesting for about 10 mintues. Rant off. [laugh]
Uh, it has been retired.
Quote from: Rhubarb on March 11, 2010, 11:41:42 AM
Uh, it has been retired.
I must be watching re-runs then on HDNET then. Figures. ??? :P :-[
Oh well I don't watch that much TV in the first place. Thanks for the FYI.
I never did see the last episode. would like to know if Sr still screwed his kids.
Did Paul Jr. leave the show? That was the last thing I saw a couple weeks ago. ??
I have never watched a single episode of any of the following:
American Chopper
American Family
Livin' the Low Life
Ugly Betty
NASCAR
Desperate Housewives
AMA Supercross racing
Grey's Anatomy
Pinks
Sex in the City
AMA Motocross racing
Friends
Indy car racing
Seinfeld
(insert insipid television series here)
Need I go on.....? [popcorn]
Yeah, but I bet you were a big fan of Laugh-In [coffee]
I don't see Kojak on that list either.... ;)
Who loves ya baby?
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/4/44/Kojaktelly.jpg)
My response to the last 2 posts:
1) Sock it to me!
2) George... is that you?
WiWa?
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/clo/1637296039.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/clo/1637296039.html)
Quote from: boobies on March 11, 2010, 05:06:20 PM
Yeah, but I bet you were a big fan of Laugh-In [coffee]
And of SuperBikes! :-[
A guilty pleasure, to be sure; but Jason Britten is like a god to me.... [laugh]
Finally feeling good for a change, and just in time for
AMS BBQ :)
OK, I'm not going to start a thread on this just to have it burn up on re-entry like the last one. [laugh] I'll just say that today around lunch thirty I was going south on Abrams to have lunch with the family at Dixie House in Lakewood when I heard a nice rumbling exhaust sound coming from the pack of cars going in the opposite direction. It happened to be coming from a really clean black Porsche Cayanne turbo with a vanity plate... something about elbows/z?? What a lucky person to have such a cool cage. [thumbsup]
Moms? Fiance?
i think the answer we were looking for was ben spies
Since BS is so into cycling I am surprised that Bryant hasn't crossed paths with him at White Rock Lake. If he's in town with cycling time on his hands I bet he ventures over there occasionally. He'd be big time incognito to the masses.
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on March 16, 2010, 07:48:45 AM
i think the answer we were looking for was ben spies
as in....Moms? Fiance?
Pretty neat Ducati sales promo for those in the market for such things! [thumbsup]
http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/road-racing/2010/03/17/the-polen-school-and-ducati (http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/road-racing/2010/03/17/the-polen-school-and-ducati)
Kinda reminds me of how they used to advertise free glassware and towels inside boxes of laundry detergent in soap opera commercial breaks.
"Like those Ducati chairs and that EZ-up, Porter? Make a nice gift, but you can't buy 'em. They only come in boxes of Ducati Superbikes."
"That's right, Dolly, and for a limited time only we're throwing in a watch, and ... uh... Doug Polen, too!"
[laugh]
Well, it's about time; death penalty for left-lane bandits. O.K. not exactly death penalty but the buggers get a friggin' ticket!
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/24/report-georgia-to-outlaw-left-lane-slowpokes/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/24/report-georgia-to-outlaw-left-lane-slowpokes/)
I thought all states had a similar law so maybe it's all down to enforcing the existing laws that are already on the books...
Who knew? [bang] [laugh]
Pinocchio's Driving Rules
City rules while caging it:
If I'm going the speed limit, I have a right to any lane I'm in, unless an emergency vehicle needs it. I'll move to the right when I want to exit. I'm not going to ride the scud lane just because someone wants to pass me on the left at 15 over. They can leave me out of their unique view of traffic laws. I'm busy listening to the traffic report, have hot coffee, and every other day, a .45. Guess which day.... >:(
City rules while riding:
It's my license, my insurance, and my road. I'll take my chances and trust in Brembo radial brakes. [evil]
Country rules:
Rules? what rules?!? ;D
I'll be the guy in the left lane who acknowledges the law on the books prohibitting passing a car on the right, waiving a .45 at you and urging you to scoot towards the right.
If I was left handed I would also wave the .45 1911! I can shoot ambi/weak hand but not as well while on a bike. [laugh]
i'm sure we could devise a mod for that... heh heh
Quote from: Pinocchio on March 24, 2010, 04:19:02 PM
Pinocchio's Driving Rules
Country rules:
Rules? what rules?!? ;D
Yeah, like that time we were on the scavenger hunt down near Dublin topping over the hills on the two lane blacktops @ 110+mph!! Woo Hoo! [moto]
Boy, am I just glad cattle wasn't crossing the road...whew! [roll]
so, the netflix description of "girl on a motorcycle" claims that it was europe's answer to "easy rider". the make the beast with two backs it is.... i got through about 30 minutes of it last night...right up to the "fondue scene", and was done with it. what a waste of time...no story, no substance, and these retarded over-the-top "trippy" scenes which were pointless. how, exactly, it's in any way like easy rider...beyond just having someone on a motorcycle, is beyond me.
trippy scenes?
Why on earth would you pick a movie with that title? Oh yeah, the nudity [thumbsup]
trust me, even the nudity, which there was some, didn't make it at all worth watching. to make it even worse (or more laughable i guess) most any of the actual riding scenes (i.e. the ones that weren't just filmed in front of a cheesy green screen) you could very easily tell that it was some dude riding the bike with long wig-hair...
FAIL! That's sounds awful. [puke]
Thank god someone changed the topic - had a major rant coming on [laugh]
What? Impersonating a female rider? [leo] ?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on March 25, 2010, 05:22:06 AM
so, the netflix description of "girl on a motorcycle" claims that it was europe's answer to "easy rider". the make the beast with two backs it is.... i got through about 30 minutes of it last night...right up to the "fondue scene", and was done with it. what a waste of time...no story, no substance, and these retarded over-the-top "trippy" scenes which were pointless. how, exactly, it's in any way like easy rider...beyond just having someone on a motorcycle, is beyond me.
According to imdb.com, Girl on a Motorcycle came out in 1968 and Easyrider didn't come out until 1969, so it would be difficult to be an answer to something yet to be created.
From Wikipedia:
"Despite being filmed in the first half of 1968, roughly between Mardi Gras and the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, with production starting on February 22[7] the film did not have a U.S. premiere until July 1969, after having won an award at the Cannes film festival in May. The delay was partially due to a protracted editing process."
UNBELIEVABLE!!!! Check out these great pics from superbikeplanet.com of this killer old school Ducati shop in Marion Minnesota. I could spend years going through stuff in that place!! Hell, I probably have bikes in storage that they have parts for... '82 900SS Hailwood Replica? Sure we got that! Just cool as shit!! [thumbsup] [clap]
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/archive/wheels/1/ (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/archive/wheels/1/)
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/archive/wheels/2/ (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/archive/wheels/2/)
Enjoy! ;D
They need to get a computer and sell some of that stuff on eBay. Talk about "hiding your light under a bushel"!
Damn, that is Nirvana. The text said they DO know what they're stuff is worth on eBay. I'm thinking the computer is upstairs in the house. [laugh]
I stole this link from ducpainter's thread on the No Moto Content board but it is worth sharing!! [thumbsup]
http://nowthatsnifty.blogspot.com/2010/03/cooking-bacon-with-machine-gun.html (http://nowthatsnifty.blogspot.com/2010/03/cooking-bacon-with-machine-gun.html)
Obviously someone had a lot of time (and ammo!) on their hands! [clap] Kinda looks like an old German WWII MG-34 machine gun. Guess that's one use for it... among others! [laugh]
Awesome weather! I'm free this evening and am off
Friday! Gotta ride before it starts to heat up [moto]
friday friday FRIDAY!
Quote from: TresGatos on April 07, 2010, 05:40:05 AM
Awesome weather! I'm free this evening and am off
Friday! Gotta ride before it starts to heat up [moto]
How about The Amsterdam Bar on Exchange tonight? 8:00 till ? is usual. I know most of you here are in your pj's by this time [cheeky] but if you wanna ton up be there! [thumbsup]
[roll] All you people with social lives after 5... [bang]
Quote from: boobies on April 07, 2010, 12:45:33 PM
[roll] All you people with social lives after 5... [bang]
Pj's at 8...right? lol [laugh]
Spousal unit is also an early to bed-er. She's in bed reading at that time of night and the kids are online so I'm left with nuttin but wrenching on the Bug or riding to hang with Rockers. D'uh! ??? [moto] [beer]
Quote from: RED on April 07, 2010, 12:19:15 PM
How about The Amsterdam Bar on Exchange tonight? 8:00 till ? is usual. I know most of you here are in your pj's by this time [cheeky] but if you wanna ton up be there! [thumbsup]
Sorry but I just saw this. Work stayed crazy
till late and ruined any plans for me.
Getting a set of the new Michelin Pilot Pure 2ct's mounted tomorrow. Anybody tried these? They show to be between the Pilot Power 2ct and Power Ones. I've been running the Power Ones, which are basically track only. I love them, but I'm gonna try the new Pures. Post up if you know anything about them...
From my vast experience on running tires on the
tracks.... :P
I've seen and handled a pair at RPM Cycle, and that's the sum total of my experience. I noticed they were very light and the profile would provide plenty of tire patch for absurd lean angles, with just enough tread for DOT road approval. The Pilot Power 2CTs are a great tire for aggressive road riding, so the Pure 2CTs should be a great "mainly track, some road" tire.
somebody got cher's avatar today
Quote from: Samsonite on April 12, 2010, 05:48:49 PM
somebody got cher's avatar today
Galapagos flightless birds? Cool [thumbsup] Sure they're cute and cuddly on the outside but they've got special little personalitites on the inside too.
Quote from: boobies on April 13, 2010, 03:39:49 AM
Galapagos flightless birds? Cool [thumbsup] Sure they're cute and cuddly on the outside but they've got special little personalitites on the inside too.
Theyre not cheap, but they're fun to play with
[laugh] Yep, kinda fussy at times but keep 'em well fed and they'll reward you with years of enjoyment.
(O.K. I'm done now. Back to the Old Bat Cave ;D )
I don't get it, what's so cool about blue feet? :P
Quote from: TresGatos on April 13, 2010, 02:15:54 PM
I don't get it, what's so cool about blue feet? :P
...blue suede shoes? [roll]
either you guys start posting pics of "said" boobies or stop teasing. [coffee] the flightless ones that is.
Can I borrow $11,000.00? Please ;D
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2006-Ducati-999R-Low-Miles-Very-Clean-CHEAP_W0QQitemZ110522583462QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item19bba8c9a6 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2006-Ducati-999R-Low-Miles-Very-Clean-CHEAP_W0QQitemZ110522583462QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item19bba8c9a6)
Just buy Jordan's - its been Jordan maintained and has no damage (unlike that one). (Note, Jordan is selling his)
Not sure what he's going to replace it with, but I know Marty is selling his R for the new Multistrada! So, round up your pennies.
Actually, this is more in my price range, especially once I factor in the $2.50 I'll get in trade for the Guzzi:
http://southwestsuperbikes.com/new_vehicle_detail.asp?veh=4002&pov=1611940 (http://southwestsuperbikes.com/new_vehicle_detail.asp?veh=4002&pov=1611940)
Has anyone had any dealings with Southwest Superbikes?
Quote from: a m on April 21, 2010, 03:50:39 AM
Just buy Jordan's - its been Jordan maintained and has no damage (unlike that one). (Note, Jordan is selling his)
Not sure what he's going to replace it with, but I know Marty is selling his R for the new Multistrada! So, round up your pennies.
Very cool. Didn't know that. Thanks [thumbsup]
I've been over there a few times. You get the vibe that a bike you purchase there has been only ridden down the freeway at high, high speed. Straight lines only. I'd probably take anything purchased there to a dealership for a thorough check up. They just don't have the facilities or appropriate background for the bikes they sell.
That said, prices are good. They are pretty friendly. Its just a different 'animal' as far as shops go.
Then again, even ol' Al Lamb's Honda is a crapshoot. Parts counter guys seem to be cool. One salesman tries to upsale 1st time riders to a CBR1000RR, because its got "good pricing", but really couldn't tell you all that much more about Honda racing, track stuff, why the CBR is good, etc. (Note, my 2d fav manufacturer is Honda - from dirtbiking as a youth, so this was disappointing - the shop in North Mississippi is incredible.)
I went there once several years ago to actually look at a Monster that Billy was thinking about. I got the feeling that I was being told whatever they thought I wanted to hear. The words jive bullshit came to mind. They might be great honest folks but I walked away with a different opinion. They have been there for a fairly long time so something is keeping the doors open.
Have a good lunch at Smoke. I may ride to Back Nine
on Beltway about 8. Also, Rocky Patel is at the
smoke shop on Beltway & Midway Thurs.
Off to work
AMS - Cigar-nite Rides is coming. Brought to you by JV. Get excited, wankers.
Quote from: TresGatos on April 21, 2010, 05:40:04 AM
Also, Rocky Patel is at the
smoke shop on Beltway & Midway Thurs.
Is that the Cigar Shop & More on BeltLINE at Midway? What time is the Rocky Patel thing? I could be over there after work about 7:00 PM Thursday.
Thought you wanted a power cruiser?
Quote from: TresGatos on April 21, 2010, 05:40:04 AM
Have a good lunch at Smoke. I may ride to Back Nine
on Beltway about 8. Also, Rocky Patel is at the
smoke shop on Beltway & Midway Thurs.
Off to work
Rocky? In Dallas? Again? He likes this place I think. I may have to ride over to meet you there if I can grab some kitchen points. New roof going on the house this though so I'll have to see how much time is needed on that front.
Quote from: a m on April 21, 2010, 06:02:05 AM
AMS - Cigar-nite Rides is coming. Brought to you by JV. Get excited, wankers.
Watch it there....I'm not a MOD! [laugh] [laugh]
Cigars? and Riding? If I get much more excited I'll have to change my shorts. I'm definately in on this. When?
"coming" as in "in planning"
Quote from: boobies on April 21, 2010, 03:50:52 AM
Actually, this is more in my price range, especially once I factor in the $2.50 I'll get in trade for the Guzzi:
http://southwestsuperbikes.com/new_vehicle_detail.asp?veh=4002&pov=1611940 (http://southwestsuperbikes.com/new_vehicle_detail.asp?veh=4002&pov=1611940)
Has anyone had any dealings with Southwest Superbikes?
You might speak with one guy on this board named after the suitcase or something like that about his 900ss. I know it's had a thourough race prep and a sparkling new paint job recently. He might be persuaded to let it go. That would be my personal choice FWIW. That 999R is very suspect to me. The mirrors will cost you @(ESC) *193.00. I'd be looking at the mirror holders themselves because they break easily ($130.00) and main frame itself would have to be lasered @ AMS for that price. Then again you could offer up $6000.00 and be done with it. [thumbsup]
Yeah, I'm interested in a cruiser or sport tourer to replace my Guzzi but I still look at Ducs; thought someone might be interested in those two. Not sure what I'm going to do but so far I've ridden: '09 1200C Sportster, '08 Dyna Glide, '09 Triumph Thunderbird and Speedmaster; '08 (new) Moto Guzzi Norge; BMW K1200S; Ducati Hypermotard; and last but not least, the "old" generation Multistrada S.
I'm keeping the Ducati superbike so I'm leaning towards something a little less caffeinated - as webspoke would say ;D - to replace the MG.
in the order in which you list them, i shall summarize
snore, heavier snore, more interesting snore, interesting, bmw with perky boobs, fetish leather, hooligan, great+ugly=grugly
[popcorn] So what about an 1125R then?
have you seen judge dredd? (or is it Demolition Man?)
looks like the big battle robot in that movie.
really? stick to your original choices and go ride that Raider.
Yep. I know that Raider is badass. The other one to throw into the mix that I really like from a stylistic standpoint is the M109R.
One of the things though that has been a deal breaker on the Thunderbird and Dyna Glide is the width of the tank where it meets the seat; seat too wide and it makes it hard to put legs down at a stop.
The "Peanut" and Speedmaster are perfect in that respect - very narrow. Of course any Ducati will be in the same ballpark width-wise.
Unless I come across something really spectacular, I'm looking primarily at the Sportster and Multistrudel.
Eurosport in Fort Worth has an '06 all black Multi 1000 S that fits the profile so I'm going to look at that today or tomorrow. AMS also said they might have one or two they could locate so I'm not making any decisions yet.
Sport classic over the older struddle
If you haven't ridden the old Multi, its fantastic. Upright riding position, comfortable bar reach. It feels very nimble, the 1000DS wheelies without issue. Bags/Bags/Bags. And you can get a knee down on the track.
Quote from: a m on April 22, 2010, 04:37:18 AM
If you haven't ridden the old Multi, its fantastic. Upright riding position, comfortable bar reach. It feels very nimble, the 1000DS wheelies without issue. Bags/Bags/Bags. And you can get a knee down on the track.
Yeah, like fat chicks, they ride fine, but...
[clap]
[laugh] Check this out:
http://www.eurosportcycle.com/used%20bikes/2006mts.JPG (http://www.eurosportcycle.com/used%20bikes/2006mts.JPG)
Ohlins. Termis. DP touring seat. All black. 2006, 4,700 miles and a price of $8,500...
comes with centerstand.
at that price though, it would need to be an 1100S for me to bat an eye at it. kbb has it at 8830, so it probably a "fair" ask, but I'd be arguing for 7500 and a clear windscreen. Seems more along the lines of what you could actually get for one on the market right now if you were trying to sell it. eurosport seems to not have much problem with holding a used bike for a long time with no rush to sell it, a la their Benelli, and they had that old 89 or 90 silver/red supersport listed for a long time
I like this one better: http://www.eurosportcycle.com/used%20bikes/yellowst4.JPG (http://www.eurosportcycle.com/used%20bikes/yellowst4.JPG)
(needs aftermarket or dp seat though)
Yes, that is Charles de Castro's moto. When we were at Charle's house two years ago, he let Alan ride it. At that time, Alan was thinking about replacing his Sprint. He loved it - extremely well cared for bike that was more sport than touring. Charles talked with Alan about it for a long time that day. Always had time for everyone.
I miss Charles.
I miss Charles too. I met him a few times, a few times at stuarts, once at a bar in downtown dallas where he got the watch. kinda makes you want the bike because it was his then. put a little CDC plaque on it somewhere.
I personally have ridden my ST4s @ 90+ beside Charles on this bike and at one point he dropped back and when he passed me he was doing somewhere well over 130mph cuz that was where I stopped and had to [bow_down] in awe. He was a very good rider. [moto] [thumbsup]
This bike hauls the mail and sounds awesome with the DP exhaust. I would love to have a set of those on my ST4s! This would be an honor for any one of this group to own. Step up people!
Quote from: boobies on April 22, 2010, 06:09:28 AM
I miss Charles.
werd. He was a good friend. Always had a smile, a good hug, & something interesting to say...
Loved talking to cdc about our 916SPS bikes... and their respective "issues". :P
what issues did you have with an SPS?
Hot rod motor. Too much for the street. Corse pistons, cams and head porting all done by the previous owner. Great for track or race bike but the bike is neither. No wonder it only had 2,500km on it... it was un-ridable on public roads. It would f#@king fly all right!! It would run like crazy with the throttle pinned but didn't like any other speed. And no I didn't get to take it for a test ride before I handed over the check. Had to spend cubic dollars and time. Went back to stock SPS cams, those aren't cheap. Jordan at AMS did the "de-tune" work and did the very best that he could. Had to ditch the slipper clutch too (it was an original EVR/STM... no bueno) and put in a stock 1098 clutch kit and basket.
Between the trashed grabby slipper and a motor that burped/stalled and wouldn't idle it made every stop sign, lighted intersection and school zone a nightmare. It's semi tolerable now. It's a thing of beauty all right, just hard to live with. Want some full race SPS cams?? Barely broken in!! [thumbsup] [moto] [laugh]
The rest of the board has heard this story from me like a hundred times! I promise this is the last time. [clap] [laugh]
haha. nope. my built motor will only have 2 valves per cylinder. it will simply be a hotrodded version of my M900. Cases are all but split to pull the crank so far. Off to get an SPS style crank job [thumbsup].
Quote from: fastwin on April 22, 2010, 08:15:16 AM
Hot rod motor. Too much for the street. Corse pistons, cams and head porting all done by the previous owner. Great for track or race bike but the bike is neither. No wonder it only had 2,500km on it... it was un-ridable on public roads. It would f#@king fly all right!! It would run like crazy with the throttle pinned but didn't like any other speed.
I'm thinking we should have taken it to Bonniville during speed week and see just how fast it would go. I'd love to go out this year. Now if they could just run the WSBK race the same week as speed week!
Do boobies lead to earthquakes? (http://www.boingboing.net/2010/04/23/do-boobies-lead-to-e.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+boingboing%2FiBag+%28Boing+Boing%29&utm_content=Google+Reader)
Quote from: dallas2r on April 23, 2010, 07:53:09 PM
Do boobies lead to earthquakes? (http://www.boingboing.net/2010/04/23/do-boobies-lead-to-e.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+boingboing%2FiBag+%28Boing+Boing%29&utm_content=Google+Reader)
That's cheating and I'm offended. When's the protest and where? Oh the mens club - maybe we should show in force to dissuade them from this horrible thing they do [popcorn]
[laugh] horrible, horrible...
congrats and post pics 8)
;) Thanks very much.
[coffee] [coffee] [coffee] [coffee] [coffee] [coffee] [coffee] [coffee]
I'm having "issues" loading pix but let's just say Cher now has a bike worthy of the jacket [evil]
Quote from: boobies on April 24, 2010, 02:16:13 PM
I'm having "issues" loading pix but let's just say Cher now has a bike worthy of the jacket [evil]
[popcorn]
Traded the Guzzi in on a new Triumph Speedmaster (900cc cruiser); twin cylinder, air-cooled, fuel injected, 5 speed:
http://www.triumph.co.uk/usa/2010_Speedmaster_Gallery_2010Speedmaster.aspx (http://www.triumph.co.uk/usa/2010_Speedmaster_Gallery_2010Speedmaster.aspx)
Mine is all black, metal flake with silver and light blue specs... kinda like a 1970's Glastron boat 8) 5.1 gallon tank, runs on 87 octane gas. 550 pounds. 28" seat height. Every possible accessory known to man available - just for Speedmasters...
Even tassels [evil]
Quote from: boobies on April 24, 2010, 04:17:38 PM
Traded the Guzzi in on a new Triumph Speedmaster (900cc cruiser), fuel injected, 5 speed:
congrats on the new ride [thumbsup]
and conchos?
conchos, burritos... all that.
I have loads of websites you can search :o
Congratulations!! Sounds like a great ride. [thumbsup]
Quote from: boobies on April 24, 2010, 04:27:15 PM
conchos, burritos... all that.
Thats funny. Brevity works [thumbsup]
oh nice... didn't realize you swapped the MG and got a new bike! Can't wait to check it out
Yep. After your photo shoot, I dashed home to get a ride in on the Speedmaster. Did the Muenster Run, plus an hour long loop north up to the border and that really long bridge at the state line. Four hours thirty, one fuel stop. No tickets :D
Can't wait to check out the new Triumph! Glad I got to see the troublesome Guzzi one last time last week at lunch. You went from "taking it to Stuart to see what he can do with it this weekend" to "gee, look at the new bike I got"!!!! [laugh] Those devils at RPM must have put something in your coffee to get you to make the deal that fast. But it sounded like the Guzzi was a lame duck candidate at the Boyd household anyway. The voters had rejected it at the primarys and it was just a matter of time before it's "term" expired. Hail the new chief!!! [clap] [laugh]
Sounds like it's time for a break in run to Arkansas??!! [thumbsup] [moto]
its too bad Guzzi can't put together a well working bike. I usually find their aesthetics pretty good. But they'll never be up to snuff performance-wise with Ducati or Aprilia, so they ought to go for Honda-reliability. They've got a pretty decent following together over the years.
Quote from: boobies on April 24, 2010, 02:16:13 PM
I'm having "issues" loading pix but let's just say Cher now has a bike worthy of the jacket [evil]
Thing is with that bike you're going to need to embellish your jacket just a little.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3528/4556025502_fbe5e6b68b_o.jpg)
That just means you'll fit in well at next year's MvR. [clap]
One sweet bike. Can't wait to see it! [thumbsup]
Here ya go CJ!
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1710239482.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1710239482.html)
Quote from: RED on April 26, 2010, 12:34:47 PM
Here ya go CJ!
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1710239482.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1710239482.html)
Ha! Nice, but mine's an '04 (Gen I)....
Hmmmmm.... [laugh] [laugh]
Did I hear Scrat say that Luis is the man what can when it comes to 'custom'? If so can I hear from ya Mr. luis? Talkin frames here. As in Rickman/Bimota replicas?
Luis? I was talking about fixing exhaust but I'm sure he can frame something up should you have the money. Oh, his name is Louis from where else but LG Motorsports
Folks folly steakhouse in Memphis is the tits, I mean boobies
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1716806965.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/1716806965.html)
i have spare SS axle adjusters, by the way. 3 (Three) of them.
Lucky, lucky, lucky...
Brought my Gixxer 750 back from the farm yesterday on the trailer. It's been in the barn for a couple of years (locked, covered, Battery Tender, etc) but I don't get to ride it much when I'm there. Too busy with farm work. Got home late so I left it on the trailer in my Dad's garage a few miles away.
Went back over there today to unload it. Backed the pickup in the garage, hooked up the trailer and pulled it onto the driveway. Off go the straps, got my aluminum tri-fold ramp set up, throw a leg over the saddle and start to tippy toe it backwards. Right about now I either have a lightbulb moment or a feeling of dread in my gut. Still not sure which it was but it saved my ass! Something out of no where makes me feel funny about the trailer hitch connection. 99 times out of 100 I would have blown the feeling off but something made stop and get off the bike and check it. Bingo!!! Being on auto pilot when I hooked up the trailer I hadn't noticed that the hitch was not fully on the ball, it was resting on top. It looked like it was connected so I had locked it down and pulled the trailer out of the garage.
Had I continued backing the bike off the trailer it would have passed over the center balance point and the unhooked trailer tongue would have gone skyward like a bottle rocket! The ultimate trailer wheelie!! [bang] The ramp would have gone flying off. My now startled and off balance ass would have surely tumbled off the bike and over the side of the trailer and my poor helpless Gixxer would have sustained big money garage drop damage!! To say nothing of the personal damage to my aging body and with my already screwed up back and shoulder I probably wouldn't have been able to even pick the bike up!
I have no idea where that sense of doubt came from but I'm damn sure glad it appeared and thankfully my normal lazy ass didn't blow it off. The whole way home all I could keep thinking was what a lucky SOB!! Dodged a HUGE f#@k up and would have been pissed off at myself for days!! From now on I'll be checking that hitch connection about 4-5 times... maybe more!! [laugh]
Man, that was lucky! Glad it was no big deal [thumbsup]
Yeah, just wanted to pass that story along as a "be careful" reminder if you trailer a lot. My Dad had a great line: no one is completely worthless, they can always serve as an example of what not to be like! That's my point here, the story is a good example of checking little things... like trailer attachment. [bang]
Glad you're ok. Funny how the little things can be big
and big things little.
So close to my inheritance of back in black and the 996 ;D
So now it's the 996S too huh, wishful thinking 'skrat. Folks in my family are hard to kill, we don't go that easy. [laugh]
Quote from: TresGatos on April 30, 2010, 01:11:17 PM
Glad you're ok. Funny how the little things can be big
and big things little.
Yeah, look what a chunk of insulation did to the space shuttle Columbia and a faulty o-ring did to the Challenger. [bang] It's the little things that will get you when you least expect it.
the more no's I get the more likely a yes will come [moto] [moto]
hmmm, Brian... mind if I borrow the 996S or the SPS next week for my bday?
[moto] What's that 'skrat? lol
just kidding...
if I ride the Tamburini again, I'll be in trouble. I'll have to find one for my garage.
;) Did you know that when you drive down an alley full of sawdust from your new fence & chainsawing some trees some sawdust bits get on your headers, and that once you are into your garage your bike briefly but totally smells like a house on fire? Glad I didn't call 911 ... [bacon]
Quote from: Cyclone on April 30, 2010, 06:26:03 PM
;) Did you know that when you drive down an alley full of sawdust from your new fence & chainsawing some trees some sawdust bits get on your headers, and that once you are into your garage your bike briefly but totally smells like a house on fire? Glad I didn't call 911 ... [bacon]
Prolly smelled good if your new fence is cedar ;D
Quote from: bryant8 on April 30, 2010, 04:58:59 PM
hmmm, Brian... mind if I borrow the 996S or the SPS next week for my bday?
[moto] What's that 'skrat? lol
996 is in Frisco this weekend. [evil]
It is? Guess I need more On Guard cable locks. ;D
did you forget where I'm from? nothing is theft proof in Chavista land.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Any riding tomorrow 5-2-10? Muenster or whatever?
Man, I'd love to my MiL is in town. Maybe something after 3 on Sunday?
Quote from: TresGatos on May 01, 2010, 09:47:37 AM
Any riding tomorrow 5-2-10? Muenster or whatever?
M and I are riding. (see the May-Day thread) [thumbsup]
Quote from: boobies on May 01, 2010, 09:50:23 AM
Man, I'd love to my MiL is in town. Maybe something after 3 on Sunday?
We will keep our phones on. Catch up [moto]
Hmmm. Now there's an idea [evil]
wife and I didn't feel to cheery this morning so we skipped Muenster (more like I did) but we decided to opt out for a Barca Lounger ride and she fell asleep on the back of the bike. [laugh] [laugh]
Wear armor!! Went to work and got my boots. The right one did its job [thumbsup]
The jacket saved the elbow from surely to-the-bone damage.
I'm getting pants soon, jeans are not good enough
Quote from: TresGatos on May 06, 2010, 11:34:44 AM
Wear armor!! Went to work and got my boots. The right one did its job [thumbsup]
The jacket saved the elbow from surely to-the-bone damage.
I'm getting pants soon, jeans are not good enough
amen... i recently picked up some nice Sidis, and i use these along with under the jeans, inserted into the top of the boots:
(http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/9/8e/98e5733ecd6f236c38cafb5e51399b29_rough.jpg?height=520&width=580)
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on May 06, 2010, 12:00:56 PM
amen... i recently picked up some nice Sidis, and i use these along with under the jeans, inserted into the top of the boots:
(http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/9/8e/98e5733ecd6f236c38cafb5e51399b29_rough.jpg?height=520&width=580)
Thats something to consider. Just wear them under
regular jeans? $?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on May 06, 2010, 12:00:56 PM
amen... i recently picked up some nice Sidis, and i use these along with under the jeans, inserted into the top of the boots:
(http://www.kneedraggers.com/image_storage/9/8e/98e5733ecd6f236c38cafb5e51399b29_rough.jpg?height=520&width=580)
I wear those
exact knee/shin guards. [beer] I think they were about $20 at CycleGear. ...and Diamond Gusset "Defender" jeans with Kevlar in the important spots: http://www.gussetclothing.com/dmk.html. (http://www.gussetclothing.com/dmk.html.) I'm hoping I never have to test them, but they are pretty comfy. [thumbsup] I took a spill several months back and also learned that regular jeans just don't hold up well.
http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-jeans/shift-lodown-street-jeans/ (http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-jeans/shift-lodown-street-jeans/)
(http://www.newenough.com/image/path/2136/Default.jpg)
I wear these with my Draggin' Jeans, if I wear jeans. They'd fit better it I had skinnier legs. The last time I fell, I tried to put the shock preload adjuster through my calf. I wish I had had these on. It made me believe in wearing the most protection I can.
A big turkey would go right through those like butta'. [laugh]
Turkey goes through me only at Thanksgivin' [laugh]
http://www.bikebandit.com/icon-leg-field-armor (http://www.bikebandit.com/icon-leg-field-armor)
I'm checking thses links out for sure!
And now some pics for those who refuse to wear gear
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4027/4584746803_98014b95f7.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4585373350_5712754cf0.jpg)
Gnarly, dude
(http://pribek.net/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/spicoli.jpg)
Ernest P. Worrell - Ehhhhwwwww (Ernest Goes to Camp) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeSXvATLmSU#lq-lq2-hq-vhq)
Looks better than my old knee scar. I also burned my leg and jeans melted right into my skin, hurt like FU.........
Good one Josh!
Now finish the dang exam.
It is heinous.
the exam or the knee...?
the exam was. I called it quits around 2:30. 16 hours is plenty to spend trying to drop as much knowledge as possible about a subject on a piece of paper.
Quote from: TresGatos on May 06, 2010, 05:01:54 PM
I'm checking thses links out for sure!
And now some pics for those who refuse to wear gear
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4027/4584746803_98014b95f7.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4585373350_5712754cf0.jpg)
gnarley
Cool. It looks like your knee is smiling at me!! ;D Hope you're feeling better.
Speaking of medical issues, I just got back from an appt. with my new ortho surgeon. Much better than the one I was going to use. Much happier. [thumbsup] We'll see how it goes.
Quote from: fastwin on May 07, 2010, 09:29:56 AM
Cool. It looks like your knee is smiling at me!! ;D Hope you're feeling better.
Speaking of medical issues, I just got back from an appt. with my new ortho surgeon. Much better than the one I was going to use. Much happier. [thumbsup] We'll see how it goes.
Smile smile ;D
good luck with the shoulder
your shoulder is giving you problems? back in black is too hard on those old and creaky shoulders.........sale sale sale sale
Hell, everything is giving me trouble. [bang] Caused by living, if I was dead it wouldn't hurt! Sounds like you may have some extra room in the garage. E's Monster is a really nice one. I can't remember, is it an 800 or 1000? Shouldn't be on the market long! [thumbsup]
I spent the afternoon at AMS laying around a talking
with the guys [thumbsup]. Good call. Saw Rick Miller
and Dax too. We got some good grilled chicken
sandwiches too.
Thanks Josh for all the engine info.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=40366 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=40366)
I hope this loser gets all she can get! Five years pen time just isn't enough. I'm scared to death sometimes of this same thing happening to me! At every light I'm glued to my mirrors until I get a stopped car or two behind me as a buffer. Two days ago I saw THREE cars run red lights bigger than shit right in front of me in a span of 30 minutes!! I can't believe I don't see a bad wreck every day in this hell hole of a town. Operating a motor vehicle is not a secondary activity. Put the phone down, stop painting your nails, just drive your damn car! >:(
Be safe out there people.
Tresgatos: When I saw you at AMS today I was shocked. For some reason I didn't connect the Avatar and bloody knee as belonging to you. Sorry, but at least it looks much better now.
yep, hopalong came by the shop and ended up with a good chicken sammich from Buck's Prime!
Room enough for a sport classic [thumbsup]
Quote from: rickmillertx on May 07, 2010, 02:41:52 PM
Tresgatos: When I saw you at AMS today I was shocked. For some reason I didn't connect the Avatar and bloody knee as belonging to you. Sorry, but at least it looks much better now.
Aw shucks! It's just a hitch in my getalong. ;D
good to see you again. Hmmm Pie Run sounds good
some Sunday.
Quote from: a m on May 07, 2010, 03:27:44 PM
yep, hopalong came by the shop and ended up with a good chicken sammich from Buck's Prime!
Ill have to hang around there more often. Good
times. On a moto next time I hope [moto]
Yep, I picked up my freshened up ST3s and took it out for a 100 mile break in. Good to be back in the saddle.
GeorgeInDallas and I will be heading to Deals Gap next Tuesday. We will tame that baby.
I've been seriously thinking of taking the 848 off the street and only using it on the track. I barely ride on the street these days and the only time I truly enjoy it is on the track. Gonna save up for a 2v'er before I invest in the final track pieces/spares. Just thinking aloud
This kinda makes me think about buying some high price Dainese riding gear!
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=40516 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=40516)
Ah, hello. Is this Barber Motorsports Museum? Do you pay out finder's fees?? Just asking?
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=40573 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=40573)
love, there's no substitute
(http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/267706/images/multistrada-pikes-peak-1.jpg)
Looking foreward to a less long ride this Sunday [moto]
I'm in!
[moto]
Quote from: TresGatos on May 25, 2010, 06:49:17 PM
Looking foreward to a less long ride this Sunday [moto]
When? Where? [moto]
We have a graduation reception early Sunday evening to work around but looking for some moto fun this weekend...
when where x2?
North Dallas, Early Muenster...
Muenster via Gainsville on 922 and 340 something......I know the route.
somebody tell me when and where to meet on sunday at some point because i would like to go.
how about at Main Event on the corner of Dallas North Tollway 3 miles north of Ikea on Main street? NW corner. I'm thinking 9 a.m. I WILL NOT be speeding......on probation. [leo]
get a ticket?
Quote from: muskrat on May 26, 2010, 01:34:29 PM
... I WILL NOT be speeding....... [leo]
Probably a good idea, I am guessing that not too many of these guys [leo] will get the weekend off...
Good idea on no speeding. Maybe a little on some curves.
Am I on probation for running a flare line a couple of
weeks ago? ???
probable for Sunday ride [moto]
Is a kickstand up at 8 too early? I stuggle to get up for work, but not for rides [moto]
yes I got a ticket. >:(
and 8:30 is better.
so who's in?
i'm in.
I'm still in 8)
hmm. pops is out of the hospital and their going to come to dallas to visit (milli's birthday is at the beginning of next week).
all of a sudden i'm not in anymore.
Quote from: TresGatos on May 25, 2010, 06:49:17 PM
Looking foreward to a less long ride this Sunday [moto]
It should help riding with some 'range limited' ducs; It will make you stop and stretch a little more often...
You should have never put the bigger tank on the Hyper... [moto]
you jealous yet Josh?
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/rendevouz.jpg)
lil bit.
next up Knoxville ;D
may trailer the geezer glider up there for some meetings and ride the dragon while there.
enjoy. you'll grind the shit out of the sides of it but you'll enjoy it. I used to ride it quite a bit.
On your way through Nashville, or when you get to Knoxville, hit up a Mellow Mushroom for a great pizza pie.
Quote from: UnionJill on May 27, 2010, 04:34:56 PM
It should help riding with some 'range limited' ducs; It will make you stop and stretch a little more often...
You should have never put the bigger tank on the Hyper... [moto]
I'll take it easier this time.
I need to carry a fuel bottle and see just how far the thing will go. 165 and no yellow light is pretty good [moto]
been there before and the Cherhola skyway is better (spelling sucks). I dragged every part, including my frame on the dragon with my old Roadstar. [moto]
you just missed the "a", I believe, cherahola or something close to that.
http://www.myfoxdfw.com/dpp/news/052810-Toll-Way-Crash-Video-Released (http://www.myfoxdfw.com/dpp/news/052810-Toll-Way-Crash-Video-Released)
:o :o :o
the driver who cut off the truck should have their license revoked PERMANENTLY! IDIOT!!!!!!!
wrong as it may be it's funny to see this. watch the video
http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/health/2010/05/28/2010-05-28_smoking_toddler_sparks_outrage.html (http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/health/2010/05/28/2010-05-28_smoking_toddler_sparks_outrage.html)
Quote from: a m on May 27, 2010, 05:57:20 PM
enjoy. you'll grind the shit out of the sides of it but you'll enjoy it. I used to ride it quite a bit.
On your way through Nashville, or when you get to Knoxville, hit up a Mellow Mushroom for a great pizza pie.
isn't there one of these in fort worth? and didn't we have a meet there last year?
Quote from: ♣ McKraut ♣ on May 28, 2010, 11:56:21 AM
isn't there one of these in fort worth? and didn't we have a meet there last year?
Yup, and yup
wait, there is? I love that pizza.
Quote from: a m on May 28, 2010, 12:13:09 PM
wait, there is? I love that pizza.
There is.
(I've never been there -but I do know we have one)
Been there a few times. South of TCU a bit.
Quote from: muskrat on May 28, 2010, 10:43:30 AM
wrong as it may be it's funny to see this. watch the video
http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/health/2010/05/28/2010-05-28_smoking_toddler_sparks_outrage.html (http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/health/2010/05/28/2010-05-28_smoking_toddler_sparks_outrage.html)
Holy crap! Gary Coleman has been reincarnated as a fat chain-smoking Sumatran toddler! Now that
was a different stroke....
Quote from: Pinocchio on May 28, 2010, 06:26:46 PM
Holy crap! Gary Coleman has been reincarnated as a fat chain-smoking Sumatran toddler! Now that was a different stroke....
awesome [laugh] [clap]
Note to all lifeguards;
Correct: "Mrs. Black would like to see her children, poolside!"
Incorrect: "Could the Black kids please get out of the pool now!"
Quote from: dallas2r on June 01, 2010, 01:36:02 PM
Note to all lifeguards;
Correct: "Mrs. Black would like to see her children, poolside!"
Incorrect: "Could the Black kids please get out of the pool now!"
Good one.
been talking with some of the guys about the fall hill country ride, and it looks like I will be heading down for this, plus I think cory is going to try and make this also. I really dont want to be the one giving out dates for this event, so I'm not, but lets say this, I will be driving down with the bike in the truck on the 9th or 10th and heading back up here on the 24th or 25th. so to all I know, and to all I dont know, lets do lunch, westies dinner, a drink (cigar CJ). and lets do some riding!!
Good to hear from you Alan!! [thumbsup] I just hope it's not too f#@king hot to ride by the time you get here! [evil] It's supposed to be 102-103 this weekend with no good rain in sight! Way too hot way too soon. Looks like a hot, dry summer for sure... shades of 1980!! [bang] Look forward to seeing you!!! [clap] Tell Mindy howdy!
Hey, guys!
Anybody interested in buying some $5 raffle tickets for my Team in Training fundraising? The prize for the winner in this raffle is a big pot of gift cards. Gift cards donated to this raffle include; Paciugo, Sears, Target, Nordstroms, Best Buy, REI, Starbucks, Cinemark, AMC, Texas Land & Cattle, On the Border, GAP, Sweet Tomoato Souplantion, Hawk Electronics, and Chik-Fil-A. More gift cards are being donated and the pot will be bigger after the weekend (I'll update this list when I know more). In addition to the gift cards there is also included a VIP wine tasting for 20 people (approx value is 750$) Just with the current items we have the value is close to 1300$
Drop me a PM if you are interested! All the donations are tax deductible and go to a great cause!
FYI, if there's interested in having another charity poker night I'd love to throw another one! Or perhaps a cigar night at a friend of a friends' cigar shop.
Paciugo!!!! Who would eat there? [cheeky]
be by next saturday for a few!!
Put me down for 10 tickets. I'll be riding with y'all on Saturday so I'll bring some cash for ya. [thumbsup]
I may ride by Fri for a few.
I'm in for $10
pacuigo sure is a happening place to be...
$850 ???
http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm (http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm)
Quote from: dallas2r on June 05, 2010, 08:07:20 PM
$850 ???
http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm (http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm)
Typo or misinfo I hope :o
The new subframe came in yesterday and I installed it this morning.
On the road again...
That was fast. :'(
Desmoporsche [thumbsup]
Quote from: dallas2r on June 05, 2010, 08:07:20 PM
$850 ???
http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm (http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm)
If that is not a misprint and that actually is the cost of that thing then that is what I would call f#@ked up!! You have to be kidding me! $85.00, sure, that's more like it. But something tells me nothing on a new Ducati costs $85.00. [bang]
Glad your sub frame came in so quick Lisa. [thumbsup] Try not to abuse this one OK. [laugh] Did it come with an extra 10 square feet of aluminum heat guard for the muffler can? You'll need it in this heat on a 999! [evil]
Quote from: n2f on June 06, 2010, 07:30:13 AM
The new subframe came in yesterday and I installed it this morning.
On the road again...
Sweet! Now
try to be gentle when you set down all those stoppies... [cheeky]
Quote from: CajunR on June 06, 2010, 12:08:38 PM
Sweet! Now try to be gentle when you set down all those stoppies... [cheeky]
she rides it like a Motard ;D
Quote from: fastwin on June 06, 2010, 09:18:14 AM
If that is not a misprint and that actually is the cost of that thing then that is what I would call f#@ked up!! You have to be kidding me! $85.00, sure, that's more like it. But something tells me nothing on a new Ducati costs $85.00. [bang]
Somebody call the wambulance. [roll] Maybe you should stick to Japanese bikes if you have budgetary concerns? :-*
Quote from: dallas2r on June 05, 2010, 08:07:20 PM
$850 ???
http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm (http://www.advancedmotorsports.com/product-p/96757507ba.htm)
Compare with...
http://www.ducati-motorcycle-parts.com/Ducati-Remote-Brake-Level-Travel-Adjuster-96757507BA.aspx (http://www.ducati-motorcycle-parts.com/Ducati-Remote-Brake-Level-Travel-Adjuster-96757507BA.aspx)
$1,006.40
Quote from: a m on June 06, 2010, 03:57:39 PM
Compare with...
http://www.ducati-motorcycle-parts.com/Ducati-Remote-Brake-Level-Travel-Adjuster-96757507BA.aspx (http://www.ducati-motorcycle-parts.com/Ducati-Remote-Brake-Level-Travel-Adjuster-96757507BA.aspx)
$1,006.40
So basically, one is with lube and one without.... :P
Yup. Brembo sets the cost, dealers choose markup. Ours is much smaller than elsewhere.
"cable" lube costs extra
Quote from: a m on June 06, 2010, 03:57:39 PM
Somebody call the wambulance. [roll] Maybe you should stick to Japanese bikes if you have budgetary concerns? :-*
Yes, that is f#@ked up and nobody is throwing rocks at AMS. Who doesn't have budgetary concerns? And yes, I will stick to my Jap bikes thank you very much. I have all the expensive Ducati stuff I can stand. Will that make someone go $850 faster? If so maybe I should look into it! [laugh]
Man, I don't know about all that but I do know if anyone ever feels like they need to trade-in their Duc on something else (horrors!), just take yourself to Arkansas. After two solid days of some seriously demented, twisty roads, I can say without hesitation, Ducati make SUPERbikes!
I'm just sayin' [coffee]
Funny, my Jap SBKs work really well there too! [laugh]
Yeah but do they brrrrrrap out the corners? No. I didn't think so [laugh]
What about AmeriJap bikes like barca loungers?
Quote from: fastwin on June 06, 2010, 05:28:47 PM
Funny, my Jap SBKs work really well there too! [laugh]
Just have to say it, but they catch fowl. I'll stick to Duc fowl ;D
Good one!! Yeah, they do attract wild life. Do you think they are trying to tell me something? [laugh] Warning from the Gods??? ;D I don't seem to have taken notice. [moto]
Quote from: muskrat on June 06, 2010, 05:30:52 PM
What about AmeriJap bikes like barca loungers?
Mmmm, barca loungers 8)
AARP took notice
Yep. Just a few short years before I'm eligible for Senior discounts at restaraunts and hotels. Wonder if McDonald's has Senior Happy Meals? Little lunches with toy dentures...
I'm all about Luby's over 55 discounts but you have to eat like at 4:30 in the f#@king afternoon!!! I'm saying nuke 'em from orbit!! No one should have to eat dinner at god damn 4 or 5 o'clock in the afternoon. They have one pissed off senior citizen on their hands!!!! >:( [laugh]
*poof*
It felt better to put Jap in there, makes the parts seem better :'(
DesmoPorsche becomes a dealer in Houston [moto]
teaser. sheez, what a brat.
Our A/C called it quits, and I've been sitting in this hot freaking house since noon waiting for the tech to show up. [bang] [bang] [bang]
hope you had home insurance. I'm waiting on mine to quit which is why I bought the insurance for a couple of years.
Yeah, we're covered, but turns out it's a simple capacitor that crapped out. $300 for a $20 part. I'm in the wrong line of work...
Rene (Motopia) selling his bike. Great bike.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2007-Ducati-1098S-all-extras-imaginable-/160441758517?cmd=ViewItem&pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item255b12f335 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2007-Ducati-1098S-all-extras-imaginable-/160441758517?cmd=ViewItem&pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item255b12f335)
nice bike in person. think he's getting or has the new Beemer?
Not sure but I think he was one of the first people in town to put a deposit on one way back in the fall... It'll be cool to see those new Beemers out in the wild [evil]
Should have been on the track on Monday!
You'd have seen a MTS 1200S passing a S1000RR in the expert class (the owner, btw, is getting a MTS 1200S now...) [clap] [evil]
Quote from: a m on June 08, 2010, 05:41:35 PM
Should have been on the track on Monday!
You'd have seen a MTS 1200S passing a S1000RR in the expert class (the owner, btw, is getting a MTS 1200S now...) [clap] [evil]
Very cool! I'd love to see that make the youtube rounds [evil]
I'm sure the rider had a lot to do with it but you can't argue with what your money buys
i've got pics and videos i'll be uploading soon. i'll put them on youtube for showing here and on the AMS facebook page as well.
[evil] ex-cellllent
Still selling raffle tickets for TNT. This Saturday is the cutoff for gift card donations and I'll have the complete list of the prize pot. $5 gets you 1 ticket.
Interesting read...
http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Police-encourage-passengers-to-video-motorcyclists-reckless-driving-95995464.html (http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Police-encourage-passengers-to-video-motorcyclists-reckless-driving-95995464.html)
Quote from: bryant8 on June 09, 2010, 07:19:36 PM
Still selling raffle tickets for TNT. This Saturday is the cutoff for gift card donations and I'll have the complete list of the prize pot. $5 gets you 1 ticket.
PM sent. Just got this done. Sorry for the delay. [thumbsup]
Quote from: n2f on June 10, 2010, 02:25:08 PM
Interesting read...
http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Police-encourage-passengers-to-video-motorcyclists-reckless-driving-95995464.html (http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Police-encourage-passengers-to-video-motorcyclists-reckless-driving-95995464.html)
My comment got buried on page 7. It's under fastwin.
Quote from: bryant8 on June 09, 2010, 07:19:36 PM
Still selling raffle tickets for TNT. This Saturday is the cutoff for gift card donations and I'll have the complete list of the prize pot. $5 gets you 1 ticket.
Thanks for posting this as I had forgotten to
donate. [thumbsup]
someone here should laugh at this
(http://www.postimage.org/gx2ihbUi.jpg)
Nice [thumbsup] Hadn't seen that one.
Quote from: muskrat on June 10, 2010, 08:29:40 PM
someone here should laugh at this
(http://www.postimage.org/gx2ihbUi.jpg)
[popcorn]
There is a new Woman in my life
And she will be mine.........multi all the way!
Not yet but soon. So long Sport Classic, Tard and Superbikes. I'm getting old and my back hurts - excuses I know but who cares. Wow what a ride.
Quote from: muskrat on June 11, 2010, 07:39:07 AM
There is a new Woman in my life
And she will be mine.........multi all the way!
Not yet but soon. So long Sport Classic, Tard and Superbikes. I'm getting old and my back hurts - excuses I know but who cares. Wow what a ride.
To the top of my Cool List [thumbsup]
Right ride on!
Ride one it's really something
i find the power surprising everytime when i gas it. You just don't expect something that's called a touring bike to accelerate that way.
my Harley does that too, considering it weighs 900 lbs. [moto]
I guess I'm going to have to sell the VespaCedici to buy that damn bike.
Quote from: muskrat on June 11, 2010, 11:01:28 AM
I guess I'm going to have to sell the VespaCedici to buy that damn bike.
?$
Quote from: muskrat on June 11, 2010, 11:01:28 AM
I guess I'm going to have to sell the VespaCedici to buy that damn bike.
Go for it!
not yet. Nobama has to be paid first.....something about jail or else
Hmmm... Jail time or motorcycle? Jail time or motorcycle...
What's the top speed on the Multi? [evil]
well today she went.................yeah right, like I'm gonna kill my "demo" privilege
Bring em a batch of Fuel City tacos to grease the
palms. ;D
Quote from: muskrat on June 11, 2010, 10:46:24 AM
my Harley does that too, considering it weighs 900 lbs. [moto]
bullshit. i've ridden the u-c. no need to lie to us all about your other bike.
Quote from: a m on June 11, 2010, 07:07:25 PM
bullshit. i've ridden the u-c. no need to lie to us all about your other bike.
ah.....100 lbs less in weight makes a big difference or did you forget the brand you work for? :-X Oh, I don't have a U-C either. Get it right next time.
yours isnt an ultra classic?
that geezer glider is a solid 3-400 lbs heavier than the mts 1200.
and the 96 c.i. version doesn't even make 70 hp. Not sure if the 103c.i. makes much more, but certainly not anywhere close to the 150 of the multi. Its laughable that you bring that panzer replacement up other than to let everyone know you have one.
some people.............yeah YOU!
Your sarcasm detection level is piss poor of late for starters. Secondly my bike is an Electra Glide. And lastly, there have been engine mods done that make it now go 54 instead of 44 mph.
Did you really think I was comparing the Multi to the Harley? Breath a little and have fun, you're not the village cop around here after all. Unless you've been hired as such.
" Dude! I totally raced a goldwing today!"
Uh, good for you?
"Dude, it was so f'n sweet! I looked down at the speedo and we were over 130!"
Right. That wasn't your speedo. It was your clock.
Quote from: a m on June 11, 2010, 10:02:31 AM
i find the power surprising everytime when i gas it. You just don't expect something that's called a touring bike to accelerate that way.
Quote from: muskrat on June 11, 2010, 10:46:24 AM
my Harley does that too, considering it weighs 900 lbs. [moto]
[coffee] ???
Just curious; is there
really a comparison? I've never ridden a harley and always assumed they were slow as hell.
I think we'll test it against Yellow Wolf and see [evil]
http://www.ultimatemotorcycling.com/2010/ama-xr1200-results-road-america (http://www.ultimatemotorcycling.com/2010/ama-xr1200-results-road-america)
I'm sure that if Ducati were to get serious about American road racing there would be some good competitive races with this new XR1200 machine. Now that Buell has gone by the way of the grim reaper the door is wide open for H-D to jump into the fray. Hey, I live here in America. I support our economy and engineering efforts. I think there are some good things coming down the pike from H-D in the future if they address the sportbike market. I see the XR1200 as being a heads up competitor for Ducati in the twin classes if the needed engineering is put in place. I will sell my Duc in a heart beat if H-D brings out a decent challenger to the 1198. I hear the snickers and see the smirks.
I personally wont go that far. There's a bike for every purpose and what you guys consider a cruiser is not what I consider a cruiser, being that my fat, slow, heavy as hell PIG does the job for me and the wife. Most of you would never be caught dead on a cruiser - I get that too.
For my part, I'm an equal opportunity offender. I laugh at all brands including ones I own BUT in the end I don't care what you ride and why. If you ride two wheels your my brother and that's it to me. What I can't stand is snobs on two wheels.
OK we're off to Yellowstone now for a much needed separation from contact with the normal world.
*you're
Quote from: muskrat on June 12, 2010, 04:52:48 AM
I personally wont go that far. There's a bike for every purpose and what you guys consider a cruiser is not what I consider a cruiser, being that my fat, slow, heavy as hell PIG does the job for me and the wife. Most of you would never be caught dead on a cruiser - I get that too.
For my part, I'm an equal opportunity offender. I laugh at all brands including ones I own BUT in the end I don't care what you ride and why. If you ride two wheels your my brother and that's it to me. What I can't stand is snobs on two wheels.
OK we're off to Yellowstone now for a much needed separation from contact with the normal world.
I would consider a cruiser. I've seen some nice examples of Victorys. Don't really have any room/spare cash for another bike but as time goes on my hardcore sport bikes will get more and more uncomfortable. And I'm sure there is somenting to be said for just cruising around. [moto]
Brian, I'd be happy to alleviate you of some of your "no-room-for-a-Victory" symptoms... :)
The line forms to the right! [laugh]
Good to hear from you. How are things in Boston??
Have a good time in Jellystone [thumbsup]
say hi to BooBoo
Booboo says hello too
just got here so climbing another 3000 feet en route to 10000.
54 degrees and getting colder! Finally heaven
That's why we always escape Texas heat with our annual summer trip to my family's New Mexico cabin at 7,000 feet altitude. The last two years we have been sleeted on while riding the ski lifts in Red River and Angel Fire!! Nice and sunny on the way up, lunch at the top and then on the ride down BOOM! Pop up mountain thunderstorm out of nowhere! Some lightning, some rain, some sleet, a bunch of wind and a 25+ degree drop in temp. I think they're pretty cool but they scare Jen to death. Being chilly and sleeted on in July or August always gives me something to think about on the 12 hour drive home through 105 degree west Texas! :P
Cool pics of World Ducati Week from superbikeplanet.com:
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2010/wdw/1/ (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2010/wdw/1/)
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2010/wdw/2/ (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2010/wdw/2/)
Quote from: muskrat on June 11, 2010, 07:34:24 PM...And lastly, there have been engine mods done that make it now go 54 instead of 44 mph....
You sound like me talking about the UNIMOG. [roll]
More cool pics from WDW:
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2010/wdw/misano/ (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/image/2010/wdw/misano/)
Great story! I would like to personally buy this guy a cold beer!! He's got moxy and balls. [thumbsup] We need 10,00 more just like him, just better prepared next time.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100615/ap_on_re_as/as_pakistan_bin_laden_hunter (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100615/ap_on_re_as/as_pakistan_bin_laden_hunter)
trying to figure out why you would send someone a pm and then have them blocked from sending a response. you know who you are and the response is that many feel the same!!
that's odd. "tag you're it, i quit!"
Check out Pro Italia's website. They are raffling off a Desmosedici D16RR for $40.00 a ticket to provide financial help to a local school! For a $40 raffle ticket you could possibly be the owner of a Desmosedici!!!! [thumbsup] [moto] Pretty cool.
http://proitalia.com/ (http://proitalia.com/)
(they bought it from us... so its got my finger prints all over it already!)
if they sell all 2500 tickets, they'll raise 100,000, which clearly covers the cost of the bike and makes a generous donation to the school.
Just bought my 2 tickets over the phone so I have two in the pot! [thumbsup] Asked the guy if they had been selling a lot of tickets and he said "oh yeah!". Hmmm, I'm thinking hard luggage and I wonder if Heli Bars makes anything for the D16RR yet? [laugh]
I just bought two. Now to break the news to the wife the bike will be next to our bed.
Quote from: muskrat on June 22, 2010, 12:58:38 PM
I just bought two. Now to break the news to the wife the bike will be IN our bed.
Fixed it for you! [thumbsup]
accurate enough. :o
[coffee] In the bed? WTH?! It'd get its own bedroom.
hell no, wife goes before the Cedici. :-X
[laugh]
I have a question about the T&C's.
"Terms and Conditions
The winner is responsible for all other costs associated with the purchase and award of the prize, including sales or luxury tax, license and registration fees, if applicable."
Does this mean , when I win it, I will have to pay tax on MRRP or $40?
Quote from: andym on June 23, 2010, 04:05:56 AM
I have a question about the T&C's.
"Terms and Conditions
The winner is responsible for all other costs associated with the purchase and award of the prize, including sales or luxury tax, license and registration fees, if applicable."
Does this mean , when I win it, I will have to pay tax on MRRP or $40?
The biggest gotcha is the taxes on the MSRP value. 1/3 of $72,500 = $24K :o
http://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/08/jackpot.asp (http://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/08/jackpot.asp)
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080208195939AAazFoK (http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080208195939AAazFoK)
Anybody want some raffle tickets... cheap?
j/k
credit card baby ;D
http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/industry-news/2010/06/28/anti-motorcycle-senator-at-it-again (http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/industry-news/2010/06/28/anti-motorcycle-senator-at-it-again)
I can see this kind of bullshit popping up all over the place. It's already law in Denver, CO. Even if you are passing through town from out of state a Denver police officer can right you up for your Termi exhaust. This CA State Senator is one of many bike hating tree huggers in this country just waiting for their 15 minutes of fame.
I have lived through this crap before in the mid 80s when Missouri Senator John Danforth was persuaded by Brian O'Neill with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to sponsor a bill on of the floor of the US Senate that would ban all sportbikes in the US. All of them. They wanted to protect me from myself. They treated sportbikes like "assault weapons" are treated. They are worthless evil tools of Satan and their only existence is to kill people. [bang] :P They even got 60 Minutes to do a story about all the murderous sportbikes terrorizing the citizens of California by riding fast through the hills outside of LA and crashing, killing and maiming everyone in sight. My aunt saw the show and insisted that my deceased mother (her sis) would want me to get rid of my bikes and never ride again. You can imagine my response. ;D
Good ending though. The AMA went to work on Danforth in a good, professional mannner and convinced him that O'Neill and IIHS were full of bullshit and their stats were made up crap. The good Senator realized he was being manipulated by IIHS and the insurance industry and withdrew the bill and told them to f#@k off. Hopefully some similar good result happens in CA although I don't see the do-gooder State Senator being turned. [roll]
when they legislate morality they piss me off. I'll bet he's got a stack of porn that puts any of ours to shame too. TOOL.
...it's for the children. [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on June 28, 2010, 12:48:46 PM
http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/industry-news/2010/06/28/anti-motorcycle-senator-at-it-again (http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/industry-news/2010/06/28/anti-motorcycle-senator-at-it-again)
I can see this kind of bullshit popping up all over the place. It's already law in Denver, CO. Even if you are passing through town from out of state a Denver police officer can right you up for your Termi exhaust. This CA State Senator is one of many bike hating tree huggers in this country just waiting for their 15 minutes of fame.
I have lived through this crap before in the mid 80s when Missouri Senator John Danforth was persuaded by Brian O'Neill with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to sponsor a bill on of the floor of the US Senate that would ban all sportbikes in the US. All of them. They wanted to protect me from myself. They treated sportbikes like "assault weapons" are treated. They are worthless evil tools of Satan and their only existence is to kill people. [bang] :P They even got 60 Minutes to do a story about all the murderous sportbikes terrorizing the citizens of California by riding fast through the hills outside of LA and crashing, killing and maiming everyone in sight. My aunt saw the show and insisted that my deceased mother (her sis) would want me to get rid of my bikes and never ride again. You can imagine my response. ;D
Good ending though. The AMA went to work on Danforth in a good, professional mannner and convinced him that O'Neill and IIHS were full of bullshit and their stats were made up crap. The good Senator realized he was being manipulated by IIHS and the insurance industry and withdrew the bill and told them to f#@k off. Hopefully some similar good result happens in CA although I don't see the do-gooder State Senator being turned. [roll]
Your post was reported as political.
I agree.
Knock it off.
This is your only warning.
rain rain rain......piss poor amounts but no less rain rain rain
all of you down South go outside and blow it North to Texahoma.
Quote from: ducpainter on June 28, 2010, 02:07:06 PM
Your post was reported as political.
I agree.
Knock it off.
This is your only warning.
No problem. [thumbsup]
Quote from: fastwin on June 28, 2010, 03:11:46 PM
No problem. [thumbsup]
Where in the H-E-politically and Puritanically correct-double hockey sticks did the admins put that yawning emoticon, now that we so desperately need it? ???
On the brighter side, the US Supreme Court just upheld the Second Amendment. That's the one that upholds the First Amendment.
Boo-Yah! [evil]
Quote from: Pinocchio on June 28, 2010, 04:09:53 PM
Where in the H-E-politically and Puritanically correct-double hockey sticks did the admins put that yawning emoticon, now that we so desperately need it? ???
On the brighter side, the US Supreme Court just upheld the Second Amendment. That's the one that upholds the First Amendment.
Boo-Yah! [evil]
Mr. Mcauley,
You have no first amendment rights here.
If you'd like to discuss it privately that's fine.
Poke me in the eye again and it will be the end of your stay here.
Do we understand each other?
Is it still raining?
Finally I'm keeping quiet on the subject :P
Quote from: Pinocchio on June 28, 2010, 04:09:53 PM
Where in the H-E-politically and Puritanically correct-double hockey sticks did the admins put that yawning emoticon, now that we so desperately need it? ???
On the brighter side, the US Supreme Court just upheld the Second Amendment. That's the one that upholds the First Amendment.
Boo-Yah! [evil]
Don't get in trouble for my no politics faux paux. I'm not sure who I offended with that post but dems da rules (and "dems" doesn't mean Democrat, OK? [laugh]). This isn't our board. We just visit here. I have been fairly warned, so be it. Let's move on. I meant no harm by my post and hopefully folks know that. The end. [beer]
Yeah, I posted that Supreme Court ruling on the No Moto Content/GUN STUFF thread. Interesting stuff.
must take pills, need to sleep. mucho work tomorrow in TN and through the rest of the week. Worst part is I'll be in Knoxville area with NO FREAKIN bike. [bang]
Come on, there is another board for the unspeakable subjects.
The temps have sure cooled, but wet pavemant :P
Where is this pavemant u speak of?
LMAO!!!! Did u boyz get your fannies tanned by big brother? [clap]
Come on over to the dark side its alot more fun than minding your p's and q's. Plus you don't have to eat your vegetables!!
Quote from: calscrazy on June 28, 2010, 06:05:19 PM
LMAO!!!! Did u boyz get your fannies tanned by big brother? [clap]
Come on over to the dark side its alot more fun than minding your p's and q's. Plus you don't have to eat your vegetables!!
Actually, I prefer minding my Pints and Quarts.
Thank you very mothermake the beast with two backsing much! [drink]
Oh, and about the Dark Side thing:
you are quite correct sir! [evil]
No thanks. [roll]
[popcorn] what just happened?
Quote from: fastwin on June 28, 2010, 06:28:06 PM
No thanks. [roll]
Can you imagine what it would have been like if Mark Twain had had such a powerful literary device as the smiley? His considerable vocabulary would have been completely overshadowed by a few dancing pictures on the screen. The raw emotion that pours through a smiley is remarkable, and leaves little room for an erroneous interpretation by the reader. Paragraphs of wasted narrative could have been replaced, and even the simpletons of the world could have understood the intent of his writings. Alas, poor Mark, your works are a victim of progress.
Quote from: fastwin on June 28, 2010, 06:28:06 PM
No thanks.
Without the eye-roll, your statement was almost a polite way of dismissing the invitation to a new frontier. This, however, was not a time to be polite! I agree, more emotion was needed in response! I was most impressed when you edited your post 12 minutes and 12 seconds later to add the eye roll. You added the punch that your original post was missing, and truly let the internet know how you feel.
All from a simple smiley. Mark Twain would have exploited those little bastards to no end. He would have truly grasped their literary importance, and would have tried to use them as efficiently and succinctly as you just have.
I have taken the liberty of adding a few smileys to Twain quotes.
"All right, then, I'll go to hell. [evil] "
Mark Twain
"I didn't attend the funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it. [thumbsup] "
Mark Twain
The possibilities are endless.
A powerful literary device indeed, this little smiley. Wield them cautiously, consider their underlying meaning, and let us revel in the glory of your jackassery.
Is this an episode of the twilight zone? ;D
did I use the right simley?
Ok off to Nashville
Quote from: muskrat on June 29, 2010, 04:57:44 AM
Is this an episode of the twilight zone? ;D
I was beginning to wonder the same thing... [roll] ;) :P ???
Of the demonstrably wise there are but two: those who commit suicide, & those who keep their reasoning faculties atrophied with drink [beer]
Mark Twain
- Notebook, 1898
It is a solemn thought: dead, the noblest man's meat is inferior to pork [bacon]
- More Maxims of Mark, edited by Merle Johnson, 1927
I mean, what's more American than Twain and [the] Bacon [smiley]?
got to add this [drink] for good measure. [thumbsup]
I am not an American. I am the American 8)
Mark Twain, quoting Frank Fuller
Cmon fastwin you know you want to join the dark side!
Ugly what u drink is meaured in litres so mind ur p's and q's!
Rhubarb just because you qoute mark twain doesn't make you american.
Quote from: calscrazy on June 29, 2010, 08:38:39 AM
Rhubarb just because you qoute mark twain doesn't make you american.
Nope, but my birth certificate does [thumbsup]
Quote from: Rhubarb on June 29, 2010, 09:10:07 AM
Nope, but my birth certificate does [thumbsup]
You will have to do better than that. Those are no longer considered a valid form of identification. Perhaps a fishing license.
I at least have a concealed license [leo]
Quote from: muskrat on June 29, 2010, 02:56:09 PM
I at least have a concealed license [leo]
Why do you hide your drivers license?
Quote from: Rhubarb on June 29, 2010, 02:57:49 PM
Why do you hide your drivers license?
He likes the way it makes it smell. :-X
I often wondered if he was a Richard Gere fan [laugh]
that's the best you can do? ???
Quote from: muskrat on June 29, 2010, 06:35:41 PM
that's the best you can do? ???
I was trying to keep the humor at your level, since it was at your expense.
ass palm is not my level. lower your standards you fool.
Ass palm? Dare I do a Google search for that :o :o :o
watch Mall Rats. Frankly I'm saddened to know you knew nothing about it since it happens to you often.
[puke] [puke] [puke]
That's just nasty! That is almost as bad as Tom Cruise eating the afterbirth :o
BTW, it's referred to as 'stink palm' in Mallrats. I have never been a participant in such an event.
Quote from: Rhubarb on June 30, 2010, 03:01:36 PM
BTW, it's referred to as 'stink palm' in Mallrats. I have never been a participant in such an event.
what do you think I do to you every time I shake your hand.......... [laugh]
We haven't had the pleasure yet.
You're easy to spot
[drool]
http://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/mcy/1807277994.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/mcy/1807277994.html)
Howdy folks! Hope everyone is enjoying their summer! [beer]
Swanny
I'm having a good one. Don't think we ever met.
Where be you?
For some reason my DirectTv only recorded Motogp until this year and now it is picking up Motogp2 as well. Holy cow. I watched the Silverstone race and have never had so much fun watching a race. This is motorcycle racing! What great entertainment.
If I haven't convinced you that I'm an idiot, let me continue.
On any given road race the lead bike may create a gap between him and #2. The announcer then says "If he gets loose from the pack he's gone, race over." This doesn't seem logical to me. I would think a lead bike without anyone on his tail to help with the aerodynamics would be more difficult for him than the pack. The pack has drafting etc going on so they should as a group be more efficient than a single bike.
Explain please.
once they get out a bit in front, the #2 rider can't work on simply overtaking the #1 rider, he now gets held up by the #3 etc riders who are behind him, causing him to run wider lines to make it harder for him to be passed. And, while the #1 rider loses any benefits of having somebody right behind him, the #2 rider loses the ability to get into the #1's slip stream.
typically, if the #1 rider gets out in front, they have a much better set up. if the #2 rider can hang with him, the #1 rider has to make it difficult to be passed, which isn't the fastest way around the track. That means a battle can continue. If the #1 rider with a better set up can get a bit of a 'cushion' in between them, then he is free to take the fastest lines, though they may be more vulnerable.
Thanks, that makes sense. I didn't think about the defensive lines taken vs fastest line. Also, I'm sure the most important factor is having the fastest bike/rider combo. With that combo you don't need to worry about defense, just slowly run off and leave the others. I think that is the case with Lorenzo and Yamaha this year.
Running in the draft can also be a tactic. Let's say the #3 rider knows he has the pace of the #1 bike but uses the draft to conserve his bike (and himself) until the last few laps when he can break out and really challenge for the lead. Bayliss was a master at just lurking back like that.
Of course this tactic only works if the #1 rider hasn't totally checked out with a five second lead or something [bang]
When I follow NTF, she just leaves me behind in the
curves. I give [roll]
Ducati North America news:
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/17/officially-official-ducati-north-america-seeks-new-ceo/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/17/officially-official-ducati-north-america-seeks-new-ceo/)
I'm submitting my resume ASAP. [laugh]
No, no - pick me! [laugh]
I didn't know Michael Lock had come from Triumph before his current stint at Ducati NA. It would be interesting to see him return there; a renewed focus on distinctive styling across the Triumph range would be great for everyone.
[beer]
When a company states in a press release that a departing exec is "stepping down to pursue other opportunities", my first thought is of a Roman general falling on his sword as an alternative to being flogged out of the city gate. I suspect that putting their head of sales in as a temp DNA CEO means that the US/Canadian sales figures since 2009 are not up to DMH's expectations.
Why? The Hayden replica was a failure, the MTS 1200 (a great bike at the wrong time) is not exactly the market-killer that was hoped for, the Streetfighter is on the ropes, and the Monster is starting to look like a pit bull in lipstick. The market for new motorcycles is not exactly booming, but Ducati hasn't been able to achieve a marketing breakthrough with any of its new models.
I think taking a more conservative approach to model development and styling, similar to Triumph's marketing strategy, would have been a wise thing for DMH to have done this year.
I'm going to have to agree with "most" of what you said. Banks are only loaning 80-85% of used bike values according the NADA/KBB (whichever they choose). New bike rates are higher than normal so DNA has starting offering some cheap financing rates - good for traffic but we'll see if it improves sales. I do LOVE the Strada but too pricey for me at this time although if they added a radio I might be interested. [evil]
I personally am holding onto the cash I have/had during these times. If they don't extended the tax cuts at year-end then I'm holding on for even longer. :-X
Quote from: Pinocchio on July 18, 2010, 07:07:04 AM
the MTS 1200 (a great bike at the wrong time) is not exactly the market-killer that was hoped for
no no, its doing quite well - see the wait times worldwide for people who have ordered one.
i agree with most of the other things, but I do love the streetfighter - just a hard time to sell motorcycles period.
how many Strada's are they making this year? I doubt we can get a firm number but lets try anyway. ;D
i have no idea, we'll know after the year is over. They are cranking them out as fast as they can.
Quote from: a m on July 18, 2010, 07:22:41 AM
no no, its doing quite well - see the wait times worldwide for people who have ordered one.
I would imagine the multi to be in higher demand outside the US. I want one badly, but I haven't ordered, and won't this year, because I can't get enough for my other two Duxs on the used market. A lot of us have a wait-and-see attitude where new bike purchases are concerned.
http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/gare-maxtons-amazing-intimidator-puzzle-would-make-scaramanga-pr/ (http://www.engadget.com/2010/07/29/gare-maxtons-amazing-intimidator-puzzle-would-make-scaramanga-pr/)
That guy has way too much time on his hands. ;D What's up with the blue finger nail? [popcorn]
stay OFF hwy 23 in Arkansas south of I40. We came up that way today through Talihina and it SUCKED!!!!! North of 40 was a dream though. The Hardley made it and she was loaded to the gills too. it's 88 here now. [laugh]
It's 80 here [laugh]
try 73 now........... [evil]
[cheeky] [cheeky] [cheeky]
Quote from: muskrat on July 29, 2010, 06:27:11 PM
try 73 now........... [evil]
It's 73 in Milwaukee now. I Like it !!
Do you have moto? :o
Quote from: muskrat on July 30, 2010, 03:11:12 PM
Do you have moto? :o
I have a "driver" with a Mercedes who is determined to get me drunk!
i'm tellliiinnnnngggggg!!!!!
Quote from: Ronr on July 30, 2010, 04:53:24 PM
I have a "driver" with a Mercedes who is determined to get me drunk!
Whats her name? Pics please ;D
worthless without pics. [coffee]
so there was a thread that i wanted to read. i was at work so i was gonna read it when i got home. only to get home and realize it has been DELETED!!! be glad there is no pissed off shooting the finger smiley or i would be wearing that out right now. it is the one thing over here that drives me crazy!! if you are gonna spend the time to type it out and post it allow everyone to read it. especially if there is a chance there is good info in there. drives me up the f#@*ing wall!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Take a chill pill, live to see another day. Is it really
that bad?
Or did Dax wimping out get you started?
I'm good at pissing him off
RAIN....we got F____ING rain. ;D
Good news in a down market! [thumbsup]
http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2010/Aug/100807a.htm (http://www.superbikeplanet.com/2010/Aug/100807a.htm)
I'd just like to point out (in this very public forum) that I'm proud of all of y'all for never speeding. You are all model citizens and show a deep respect for the laws of the road. [beer]
http://www.cbc.ca/canada/toronto/story/2010/08/10/facebook-speeding-conviction658.html (http://www.cbc.ca/canada/toronto/story/2010/08/10/facebook-speeding-conviction658.html)
To speed, one would need a fast bike and, well, you know about those crappy Ducatis; all show and no go. Buncha posers.
Busted online? That's total bullshit! It's all Canada's fault anyway!! [laugh]
School started back today. Yea!!!!!!!!!! (Now, where's that "What are you drinkin'?" thread... [laugh] )
Quote from: Cher on August 23, 2010, 06:39:34 AM
School started back today. Yea!!!!!!!!!! (Now, where's that "What are you drinkin'?" thread... [laugh] )
Hello from Hollywood. I miss you guys and gals. How's the weather?
Hey Norris, glad you could drop by for a while. The weather, in a word, is crap :-X Too hot to ride. Even the air-cooled Triumph isn't cuttin' it. It's just like trying to breath through a blow dryer. The weatherman says at some point in the next 60 - 90 days we should experience a slight cooling trend...
How about you? We were looking at a vacation in September up to Portland or Seattle/Tacoma... Now THAT'S some decent weather [laugh] Might even rent a bike or two and cruise Highway 101 down the coast.
After all those 100+ days, 95 feels pretty good.
Quote from: TresGatos on August 24, 2010, 10:51:53 AM
After all those 100+ days, 95 feels pretty good.
It's only 84 here!
You shouldn't have left the westside.... [cheeky]
Quote from: TresGatos on August 24, 2010, 10:51:53 AM
After all those 100+ days, 95 feels pretty good.
[beer]
Quote from: Cher on August 23, 2010, 07:03:38 AM
Hey Norris, glad you could drop by for a while. The weather, in a word, is crap :-X Too hot to ride. Even the air-cooled Triumph isn't cuttin' it. It's just like trying to breath through a blow dryer. The weatherman says at some point in the next 60 - 90 days we should experience a slight cooling trend...
How about you? We were looking at a vacation in September up to Portland or Seattle/Tacoma... Now THAT'S some decent weather [laugh] Might even rent a bike or two and cruise Highway 101 down the coast.
Lisa, the weather here is great, but then it usually is. I love the Pacific Northwest, heck I even love the weather up there as long as I'm not on a bike. Hope you have a great trip.
If you ride the 101 South as far as Santa Barbara maybe we can meet for lunch, or beers or something.
FTR, married life is great, but LA is getting old fast.
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on August 24, 2010, 10:58:12 AM
It's only 84 here!
You shouldn't have left the westside.... [cheeky]
Yep, Saginaw would work too [thumbsup]
Heat wave hear- it's been up to 80 some days :o
It was 49 a coupla nights ago...
Glad you're well, Norris [thumbsup]
you are causing me to become mal-adjusted.
Quote from: a m on August 24, 2010, 02:31:05 PM
you are causing me to become mal-adjusted.
He is giving you an erection?
[laugh]
that only mal-adjusts my pants/boxers situation.
I'm usually not too keen on BMW motos, but this is a cool idea
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=41705 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=41705)
[beer], BMW
It's 65 here in hartford ;D
Quote from: Cher on August 26, 2010, 04:20:24 PM
I'm usually not too keen on BMW motos, but this is a cool idea
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=41705 (http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/article/?article=41705)
[beer], BMW
Interesting stat on the CSS school bikes crashing much less after switching to BMWs.
Test pix
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1000864.jpg)
YEAH!!!! My pix posting issues on the DMF are solved. Now for some bike photos...
Quote from: muskrat on August 26, 2010, 05:02:41 PM
It's 65 here in hartford ;D
Yeah, but you're in Hartford. :-X
Quote from: Cher on September 01, 2010, 08:16:45 AM
YEAH!!!! My pix posting issues on the DMF are solved. Now for some bike photos...
Post up [popcorn]
Quote from: Cher on September 01, 2010, 08:15:37 AM
Test pix
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1000864.jpg)
That's one heck of a headlight mod!
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/Concours%20Moto%20June%202009%20%20Jan%202010/P1000604-1.jpg)
Took this shot over at Motopia about a year ago; a bazillion glued Swarovski crystals over cow skin spots. Mirror ball effect on the pavement and wall. Damn cool scooter.
Anyone looking for a job?
http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs047/1102224432183/archive/1103658043841.html (http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs047/1102224432183/archive/1103658043841.html)
Would I have to fetch lunch for Josh? ;D
is Marty still there? I haven't dropped in in weeks.
yup to both
josh and marty at dallas store with helpers lindsey and toni
jeff, jordan, and mark at alvarado
And now for something completely different:
(http://www.steedshop.com/catalog/mirror.jpg)
[laugh]
Quote from: rc51 on September 13, 2010, 06:25:38 AM
Anyone looking for a job?
http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs047/1102224432183/archive/1103658043841.html (http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs047/1102224432183/archive/1103658043841.html)
That whole "proficiency" thing is a total deal-breaker
[evil]
Quote from: Cher on September 14, 2010, 07:44:27 AM
That whole "proficiency" thing is a total deal-breaker
[evil]
+1 ;D
Synonyms: IQ, mastership, mastery, command
does Brian qualify? ;D
Hell no! Proficiency? What's that? If it's powered by electrical current count me out. Where's my stone axe? ;D That's me in the pic of the rear view mirror.
Quote from: rc51 on September 14, 2010, 01:55:23 PM
Hell no! Proficiency? What's that? If it's powered by electrical current count me out. Where's my stone axe? ;D That's me in the pic of the rear view mirror.
Keep in mind, to pass you come from behind.
Just mu perspective ;D
Huh?
Correction "my perspective". I am the dot in the mirror
that passes the cagers' mirror.
Interesting that the open job position at AMS is still on their website. Especially in this economy. Wish Brian Sharp was back, he was a great guy!! [thumbsup] I assume he's still at Boulder Motor Sports. Good for them, wish him the best! [clap] If anyone is interested contact AMS. Check out their website!!
It was a good day for a ride [moto]
I will periodically check the tightness of
my oil filter as it was loose and leaked
as I warmed up the Monster. Jason said
he has had issues like this too
ive had that before too, both with k&n and ducati oem filters. i blame temp changes and hard gaskets.
Ducati's spec for the oil filter is 11 n-m, which is the time-honored "slightly more than hand-tight". That's what they always tell you to do automotive oil filters, but it doesn't seem to work with the temperature range and vibration of air-cooled 2-cylinders. Maybe a low torque spec recommendation ensures that the nipple doesn't comes out with the filter the next time it is removed.
I had bad leakage with a WIX filter at 11 n-m, so I coated the gasket with dirty oil (seals better than clean), and spun it up to about twice that number. That was two filters ago, and I've experienced no leaks, and haven't broken or extracted the nipple, since using this technique.
You can always put a hose clamp on the filter and safety wire it to something to prevent rotation
+1 on using your old oil for the new gasket.
Also, K&N filters come with a hole for safety wire. [thumbsup]
and if you don't use K&N, TPO makes a bracket that's very similar to the ol' hoseclamp for safety wire.
(https://www.tpoparts.com/cat093//image/cache/data/120_0-640x480.jpg)
Who's TPO again?
friends in College Station
www.tpoparts.com (//http://)
Does that cost more than a hose clamp?
Happy 10-10-10!!!
Quote from: Ronr on October 10, 2010, 02:11:45 PM
Does that cost more than a hose clamp?
shoot yeah, only advantage i see is purtiness
Is that made of titanium? Way overkill!
gold anodized 6061
Interesting read over on autoblog:
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/10/18/dtm-coming-to-america-in-2013-with-nascars-help/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/10/18/dtm-coming-to-america-in-2013-with-nascars-help/)
I would LOVE to see this happen. It could be a giant boost in popularity of road racing in America [thumbsup]
This will be something to see for sure!
http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/87520 (http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/87520)
I'd love to be a fly on the wall in the Ducati garage when he gets off the bike after the test...
i wanted to go to this... looks like keith would have beat me to it anyway...
http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/latestnews/stories/101510dnmetbikes.191b7e80c.html (http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/latestnews/stories/101510dnmetbikes.191b7e80c.html)
Quote
Dallas bicyclists descend on City Hall to peddle their transportation views
10:42 AM CDT on Saturday, October 16, 2010
By ROY APPLETON / The Dallas Morning News
rappleton@dallasnews.com
Keith Rust was the first to arrive. Most of the others rolled up minutes later behind a police escort.
And as cars, trucks and buses rumbled along nearby streets, the riders gathered in front of City Hall in another show of support for two-wheeled transportation.
About 100 cyclists participated Friday in the second annual Bike to City Hall event.
They rode in from Oak Cliff , East Dallas , the Cedars and Plano. They included City Council members Angela Hunt, Delia Jasso and Dave Neumann.
And standing beside their rides, they heard hopeful words about changes coming to the city's streets and its transportation network.
"In the next five years, we're going to have one of the best bike systems in the country," Hunt told the crowd.
They can't fix DART and in 5 years one of the best bike systems? [laugh]
Bean burritos should be regulated like any other explosive substance. It's like C4, but uses digestive fluid as a detonator.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
The Weather is a Dick (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99FDDLWz15Y#normal)
[clap] [clap] [clap]
here you go ron: http://www.boingboing.net/2010/10/25/wooden-ferrari-engin.html (http://www.boingboing.net/2010/10/25/wooden-ferrari-engin.html)
Nice!
Competition for the Ninja 250R?! This should be interesting:
http://www.autoblog.com/2010/10/28/honda-announces-cbr250r-and-its-coming-to-america/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2010/10/28/honda-announces-cbr250r-and-its-coming-to-america/)
Wonder if it'd make a good track day bike? [evil]
That's pretty damn cool! I've always wondered why none of the other OEMs had a 250cc sport bike for the US...
wonder why they are so heavy
Quote from: a m on October 28, 2010, 05:21:47 PM
wonder why they are so heavy
Emmissions regulations bulk?
man, that's a lot of stuff - it weighs close to a stock 696
!!! http://www.gimme5games.com/play-game/sas-zombie-assault-2 (http://www.gimme5games.com/play-game/sas-zombie-assault-2)
I hit or tied my Hyper one tank record with 210 mi.
yesterday. Gotta love the 6 ga. Tank [moto]
Watched One Flew Over the Cucoos Nest and the
Untouchables. Good stuff.
Statement issued by the U.S. Coast Guard Sunday:
434/10(18)
EASTERN NORTH PACIFIC.
CALIFORNIA.
MISSILES.
1. INTERMITTENT MISSILE FIRING OPERATIONS 0001Z TO 2359Z
DAILY MONDAY THRU SUNDAY IN THE NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER
SEA RANGE. THE MAJORITY OF MISSILE FIRINGS TAKE PLACE
1400Z TO 2359Z AND 0001Z TO 0200Z DAILY MONDAY THRU FRIDAY
Intermittent... Is that like, Intermittent ICBMS mixed with clouds and some sun. Chance of mutually assured distruction, 90%.?
Definitely having dessert first from now on.
I'm sick of living in Hollywood.
Quote from: NorDog on November 09, 2010, 01:14:35 PM
I'm sick of living in Hollywood.
Hollyweird. Wood County is calling. Plenty of space, light traffic. ;D
F.C. DALLAS! Western Division Champions [clap]
Quote from: oldfastwin
Wow, 35 views and only two Happy Thanksgiving comments. Sad. Have a nice day...
You have made us fear the Turkey.
Sad you have nothing better to do.
17 group rides for me this year and Sir T is track only.
I'm not sad. Good friends here have bailed me out too [thumbsup]
Thanks Fastwin for your help!! I still have your
crutches in my cage. Let me know when you need
them back [thumbsup]
Thanks Dax for the belt covers! Now maybe I'll get
around to making mesh fillers for what I cut
out of the original covers.
Oh, and Happy Thansgivings!
Happy Thankgsgivings Rob and the twins
Happy Thanksgiving Donald, Ron R, Zach and
Catie, WiWa and Maylynn, et al ....sorry it's late
and I'm tired.
Turkey coma, wake me up tomorrow [cheeky]
Thanks!! You too, man! And the rest of y'all, too! [beer]
Got back from iPhone no worky Jacksonville, Tx [thumbsdown]
We had baked chicken. Not all the dang
Leftovers and any leftovers are better than
turkey IMHO. [thumbsup]
No triptophan either [drink]
I'm till suffering turkey comma [thumbsdown]
Quote from: TresGatos on November 26, 2010, 04:43:31 PM
Got back from iPhone no worky Jacksonville, Tx [thumbsdown]
We had baked chicken. Not all the dang
Leftovers and any leftovers are better than
turkey IMHO. [thumbsup]
No triptophan either [drink]
Tryptophan... just saying. [laugh] I should know, my body is flooded with it!! [thumbsup] Even though science says it's natural and not all the turkey's fault I'm still holding onto my turkey prejudice. I've earned it! ;D [beer]
We just got back to my mother's-in-law place (I know it's right, but it just looks weird...) from eating at Zydeco's in Belle Chasse (near New Orleans). SOOOO much fried catfish... I almost didn't have any room for cheesecake and coffee! [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on November 24, 2010, 09:21:36 PM
Happy Thanksgiving Donald, Ron R, Zach and
Catie, WiWa and Maylynn, et al ....sorry it's late
and I'm tired.
Hope you had a good one Dan! [beer]
+1 [bacon]
Quote from: CajunR on November 26, 2010, 09:45:45 PM
We just got back to my mother's-in-law place (I know it's right, but it just looks weird...) from eating at Zydeco's in Belle Chasse (near New Orleans). SOOOO much fried catfish... I almost didn't have any room for cheesecake and coffee! [thumbsup]
My wife is affectionally known as the Cajun Princess (her Mom was a Mardi Gras Queen in 1954!) and we just were talking about the oyster and shrimp stuffing stuffed turkeys and chickens they used to eat at the holidays. I'll have to ask her again where they were purchased. She still has aunts and uncles in NOLA and tons of Loyola friends that stuck out Katrina. She and the son have gone back many times since the Big K but mostly without me. Miss NOLA. Super cool town. She's still talking about the Saints winning the Superbowl last year like it just happened... probably will forever! [laugh] [thumbsup] And she's still pissed at the Cowgirls messing up their perfect season! [bang]
Hope everyone had a good holiday.
Hey Donald! I saw Spaten Ultimator at
the store and got some. Holy Cow!!! [drink]
Is it on tap at Black Forest?
8) Just back from Stealth AR Trip - all good here - Happy Belated Thanksgiving everyone.
Unsure about exact Spaten Draft varieties at Black Forest - let find out together - I know they have Octoberfest ! ( and close early weeknights :'( )
Quote from: oldfastwin on November 27, 2010, 04:48:15 PM
She's still talking about the Saints winning the Superbowl last year like it just happened... probably will forever! [laugh] [thumbsup] And she's still pissed at the Cowgirls messing up their perfect season! [bang]
[laugh] Give her a big WHO DAT?!? from a Westbanker!
Quote from: Cyclone on November 28, 2010, 01:43:51 PM
8) Just back from Stealth AR Trip - all good here - Happy Belated Thanksgiving everyone.
Unsure about exact Spaten Draft varieties at Black Forest - let find out together - I know they have Octoberfest ! ( and close early weeknights :'( )
I'm off Saturday, all day! Want to meet then?
Saw "ELBOWZ" drive by yesterday about 2:30 at Mockingbird and Abrams... again. Still has the same black Porsche turbo Cayenne. You'd think with that new factory contract he would ditch that piece of junk and upgrade! [laugh]
I quickly realized on today's ride that it's time for gloves that DO NOT channel air in. "Brisk" is a fun word but far from accurate.
Yeppers. Did a solo Muenster ride yesterday and had no idea the northerly winds would be so strong. Knew the front was coming but the forecaster's claims of low to mid 60s all through the afternoon was flawed by the major wind gusts outside of town! Knocked the wind chill down at 70-80 mph cruising speed and had to fight major blustery cross winds on a full fairing bike. No damn fun at all. Glad I strapped on a pair of winter gloves and glove liners to the back seat. I needed them. Brisk doesn't describe it. Just glad I didn't try it today!! [bang] My goal was to go Friday with no wind and 75+ degree temps. Best laid plans... :P
I toughed it out during my Friday morning commute so I could enjoy the ride home. It was very nice. [moto]
The morning ride... not so much.
it was cold this morning when I went out. started at 34 and it didn't warm up enough. hands are still frozen.
Gerbing's [thumbsup]
Today I had my first ride for about 2 months, the wrist is healing. [thumbsup]
I was so happy to be back on the duc I did not "really" feel the cold. [moto]
Good for you! [thumbsup]
Glad to see you're back on the road! [bacon]
Good to hear Andy [thumbsup]
you've been jonesn for a ride ;D
Quote from: Ronr on December 06, 2010, 01:44:42 PM
Glad to see you're back on the road! [bacon]
[thumbsup] Glad to hear the good news!
Glad you are back in the saddle Andy [moto] These mornings are awfully brisk, and wish the sun stayed up a bit longer to be able to enjoy the ride home from work in daylight [bang]
Very cool! I think we've got at least another few weeks before it gets too nasty cold. Of course that's why god made gerbing ;D
Quote from: webspoke on December 07, 2010, 08:20:08 AM
....wish the sun stayed up a bit longer to be able to enjoy the ride home from work in daylight [bang]
Amen to that!! The Hyper's headlight suck-diddly-ucks!! :(
Quote from: CajunR on December 07, 2010, 09:16:04 AM
Amen to that!! The Hyper's headlight suck-diddly-ucks!! :(
Ha! The hyper makes about twice the light output of the 848 headlight on low beam [roll]
Quote from: CajunR on December 07, 2010, 09:16:04 AM
Amen to that!! The Hyper's headlight suck-diddly-ucks!! :(
how much light were you expecting? a couple of folks have had jordan put on auxilary lights on the MTS1200's for longer touring with more potential night riding. Brighter than hell. From the factory, I can't think of a motorcycle in the sport category that has a very high-output headlight. An HD UltraClassic like Dax's with the three large lamps is the closest to real nighttime visability, but that is a whole lot of lamps to get there too.
My Hyper puts out enough light for me. Of course I have
the S model ;D
My 900RR has good lights
Quote from: a m on December 07, 2010, 02:09:46 PM
An HD UltraClassic like Dax's with the three large lamps is the closest to real nighttime visability, but that is a whole lot of lamps to get there too.
yeah but the deer still play frogger.
we can equip some rifled 12ga barrels for slugs if you like
Sweet! I need smooth bores and turkey loads please. [thumbsup]
Quote from: oldfastwin on December 07, 2010, 07:22:51 PM
Sweet! I need smooth bores and turkey loads please. [thumbsup]
There's a joke in there somewhere.... [cheeky]
I'm up for ideas.
Quote from: a m on December 07, 2010, 02:09:46 PM
how much light were you expecting?...
Enough to see the road when it's dark? [cheeky] I've been toying with the idea of mounting up a pair of these bad boys: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=607184 (http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=607184)
get some clearwater's - they'll make a motard-specific kit i'm sure.
http://www.clearwaterlights.com/index.html (http://www.clearwaterlights.com/index.html)
Wow. Finally found what Santa can bring me! [thumbsup]
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-Supermono-/130464484627?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item1e604a0d13 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-Supermono-/130464484627?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item1e604a0d13)
[bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down]
Pride of ownership = $50,000? Who would dare ride it.
I would but then again I ride like a wuss. here's my card to Santa
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/image001-1.jpg)
Ride it? Maybe once or twice. [laugh] Afterwards, out goes the couch or dining room table and in goes the S-Mono!! [thumbsup] [bow_down]
Mmmm. Vineson makes good sausage. Did someone say
bacon? ;D
Just got my bike back from AMS after it's 24k service... Woo-whoo, nothing like a well-tuned Duc!
Quote from: Cher on December 18, 2010, 02:50:16 PM
Just got my bike back from AMS after it's 24k service... Woo-whoo, nothing like a well-tuned Duc!
I should be next [moto]
Got to ride to work for the first time in forever!! I missed being able to pass people so easily.
And I only had to stop twice to clean off the inside of my face shield, Muskrat. [cheeky]
(from making my own engine noises due to a lack of aftermarket exhaust goodness...)
have dremmel, we can fix that.
Almost got taken out by a pair of deer today. I saw the first one dart in front of me - left to right - but I was able to miss her without too much drama. Then all of a sudden my horizon is nothing but deer fur... Didn't even have a chance to hit the brakes. I knew I was toast but just as soon as the deer was there, it was gone. Couldn't have missed me by more than an inch or two. Alan was about three bike lengths back - figured he'd be picking up the pieces.
And just a note about the circumstances; 2pm, 70 degrees, middle of suburbia with moderate neighborhood traffic in both directions... about two miles from our house. While we do see deer on rare occassion in our neighborhood, we've never seen them in this particular spot (lots of houses and consistent traffic) and never at 2 in the afternoon! K-RAZY!
Be careful out there [moto]
You don't want to be known as the deer slayer. Trust me. [bang] Thank goodness you missed that one! A large deer can cause a lot of damage to a car much less a bike. And its' rider! My first wife and I were staying in Fredericksburg years ago and ate dinner at a place 10-11 miles outside of town. On the way back we came upon a wreck. We were maybe the 2nd-3rd car to stop. The pick up driver that crashed was a young doctor from Kerrville and he had tried to dodge a deer crossing the road and crashed into a huge oak tree on the shoulder and died. It was witnessed by the car behind him. I'll never forget it. Deer on the shoulder or crossing in front of me have scared the shit out of me ever since. [bang]
Some guy on the Multistrada.net board hit a deer with his MTS 1200 and didn't go down. He was extremely modest about the feat, but judging from the pictures, the impact tore half the fairing off the bike. :o
I didn't notice whether he had the Ohlins or the Showa forks.
One of the AMS customers hit one in Colorado and stayed up. Took off the left side plastics and such but not much else
Quote from: Cher on December 20, 2010, 06:35:41 PM
Almost got taken out by a pair of deer today...
:o Glad you are OK!!
Quote from: a m on December 20, 2010, 07:50:33 PM
One of the AMS customers hit one in Colorado and stayed up. Took off the left side plastics and such but not much else
Probably the same guy, there are lots of AMS customers on the MTS forum.
+3 on glad you're ok, Lisa!
+4
Those late braking skills came in pretty handy this time!
Wow glad u live to tell.
Police bikers are told to drive through the deer and on several occasions I've talked to people say they have done just that and stayed upright.
Quote from: TresGatos on December 11, 2010, 04:39:44 PM
Mmmm. Vineson makes good sausage.
Quote from: Cher on December 20, 2010, 06:35:41 PM
Then all of a sudden my horizon is nothing but deer fur... Didn't even have a chance to hit the brakes. I knew I was toast but just as soon as the deer was there, it was gone. Couldn't have missed me by more than an inch or two.
Yikes, Lisa, there are other ways to satisfy that craving!
Glad it turned out to be a story you can tell. [thumbsup]
I won't be mentioning this story to Jennifer for obvious reasons! Again, damn glad you are OK. Happy early Christmas present! [thumbsup]
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on December 21, 2010, 05:06:04 AM
Yikes, Lisa, there are other ways to satisfy that craving!
And how do you satisfy your sausage cravings?
It was the stunning decals that startled the deer out of your way [thumbsup]
Ha! It's worse than that; I was on the lead sled.
But I'm not so sure that wasn't an all together bad thing because if I'd been on the SBK I would have been several more inches forward and would probably have been hit in the head; the 150 lbs beast was in a full gallop four feet off the ground - full-extension - nothing but ribs, deer butt, ridiculous white bobtail, and legs flailing all over the place, and all conveniently right at eye level!
By the time I realized this was a second deer, I didn't even have time to flinch. Or poop my pants.
But if there's a teachable moment here it's to always have a vineson jerky recipe handy. That, and maybe a Tandy Deer Skin Moccasin Kit.
Quote from: Cher on December 21, 2010, 10:37:14 AM
...
But if there's a teachable moment here it's to always have a vineson jerky recipe handy. That, and maybe a Tandy Deer Skin Moccasin Kit.
And a clean pair of britches!! [cheeky]
Quote from: muskrat on December 20, 2010, 09:51:44 PM
Wow glad u live to tell.
Police bikers are told to drive through the deer and on several occasions I've talked to people say they have done just that and stayed upright.
Lisa was probably giving up a little weight advantage to a police motor, but when you consider the stabilizing factors of gyroscopic wheel rotation and rubber tires, in either case a 150-lbs. airborne deer wouldn't have a hoof to stand on, so to speak.
Even though you missed, Lisa, it took a lot of nerve not to react on the controls, considering the surprise factor. That's what getting riding time in on a regular basis will do for you! [thumbsup] [clap] [moto]
this should be an interesting story
https://goletko.wordpress.com/
let the rumors fly. :o
hmmm. can't get the link to laod the pix :P
Duc chopper?
http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/bike-tests/2010/12/28/test-riding-the-ducati-mutant (http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/bike-tests/2010/12/28/test-riding-the-ducati-mutant)
this guy really blows at riding as far as body positioning goes:
(http://www.cyclenews.com/files/news_articles/newbikes/1210/DucatiChopper7.jpg)
that rear tire is HUGE. ride one with something like a 300, which this seems close, and you'll see you can't lean in with the bike. I tried it once and immediately made a u-turn and back to the store
The story says the front is a 200 and the rear is a 300 and it handles like a sportbike. I believe that. [bacon]
story being operative word in that article. You lean over a tire that wide and down you go. Seen it happen and it was a hard face plant.
Riding that crossed up is sure to cause problems
He looks like he was thinking about putting his left foot down and just pinning the throttle [moto].....but then he decided: "Naaaaaaahhh!!!!" [thumbsdown]
[laugh]
Saw The Ben/ELBOWZ again today driving down Lovers Lane next to us. He was making a run to Central Market. Man he has tinted the windows so dark you can't even see inside anymore. I'm sure it wouldn't pass inspection. Didn't think he would have that big of a problem being recognized in BigD. Hell, he probably could walk into every bike shop in town and more than half the people wouldn't even know it was him. [popcorn]
Quote from: oldfastwin on December 30, 2010, 11:23:36 AM
Man he has tinted the windows so dark you can't even see inside anymore.
Maybe it's because he reads our board. [cheeky]
RIP RRX
http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/road-racing/2010/12/31/road-racer-x-ceases-publication (http://www.cyclenews.com/articles/road-racing/2010/12/31/road-racer-x-ceases-publication)
Ken Block&#39;s Gymkhana THREE, Part 2; Ultimate Playground; l&#39;Autodrome, France (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TshFWSsrn8#normal)
[bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down]
can't believe I'm doing this but what say you about this bike
http://houston.craigslist.org/mcy/2137357650.html (http://houston.craigslist.org/mcy/2137357650.html)
thinking, if I do it on trading my Monster.......she'll hate me the rest of her life but I love this classic style and after all it's a 998s
discuss
Definitely the ultimate expression of the 916/996/998 Tamburini design. It has already has a complete complement of DP accessories - what is there left to do with it but ride?
we have two YAY votes ;D
Make me + vote #3. But don't get rid of your Monster. You'll miss having a comfy Duc. The Tamburini's are torture racks on day long rides. Even without the fused vertebrae. [bang]
The 2001 996S and the 998 FE are the ones to get. Both are full Ohlins without the SPS/R bullshit and expense. [thumbsup] [moto]
That's a decent price especially if it's had the $$$$ 12K service already done.
I take it, 'skrat, now that we're 12 hrs away from your original post, the 998s is in your garage? If it's not...
Thanks for the craigslist link [evil]
shop's closed today. >:(
this is not a definite deal yet, depends on my trade-in value. And no I don't want to trade my Monster in but right now with tax season that's the safest bet IF, and only IF, the trade-in is a good value.
Take all the bolt ons you can off
I know but I don't have any stock crap left :'(
Quote from: muskrat on January 01, 2011, 08:55:32 AM
I know but I don't have any stock crap left :'(
[leo] You have violated the Oath of Farkling: First, keep thy take-offs.
Depending on what you need I might have some stock stuff. Good thing lots of your work was powdercoating because that's no big deal. Can't transfer it anyhow.
yeah yeah yeah
two more days to wait and see what they say. maybe 2011 will be the year I get my dream bike(s). [moto]
Hmmm your garage would have a lot of extra space if you swapped out the Winnabago instead of the Duc.... just saying.
dammitt! I thought I had another legitimate reason to give 'skrat shit. "Winnebago" [laugh] Nice.
(http://www.sherv.net/cm/emo/rude/1/finger.gif)
NEVER!!!!!!
As long as "Winnabago" catches on it was worth a try. ;D
[evil]
Ducati 998s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9RCMyc7qBU&feature=related#normal)
Well, Manuel is one lucky boy... Wish he woulda just rev'd it up there at the end. Kind of lame little blip-blip after a minute and a half clutch rattle. Not enough of an omission to want my click back but... JUS' WRING IT"S NECK for cryin' out loud! [laugh]
Still sounds good though
THIS sounds good (WARNING not work safe [evil] )
Ducati Desmosedici RR V-4 engine sound (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDUsbtx8-QY&feature=related#normal)
(http://byrune.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/800px-lamborghini_reventon1.jpg)
(http://www.carphotomobil.com/lamborghini/reventon/lamborghini_reventon_0a.jpg)
Quote from: muskrat on January 02, 2011, 05:37:02 PM
(http://www.carphotomobil.com/lamborghini/reventon/lamborghini_reventon_0a.jpg)
In subliminal terms, what are they trying to say here? Are they saying "this car is what you want to be driving in 2012 when oil is $100/ barrel"? Or are they saying "because you want to be driving this car, oil will be $100/ barrel in 2012"? :-\
If you can afford this car who cares :P
Now here's the buy of the decade... Retail is $5,600 :o
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-OEM-999R-Cases-22521251A-/160527829504?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2560344a00 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ducati-OEM-999R-Cases-22521251A-/160527829504?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2560344a00)
PHUC IT, I'm riding tomorrow morning before this place freezes over for a week. [evil]
Quote from: muskrat on January 07, 2011, 08:28:45 PM
PHUC IT, I'm riding tomorrow morning before this place freezes over for a week. [evil]
Call me before you go, sounds like a good plan.
boys and girls, me is ridin HOG today but you're welcome to join three of us slow farts. will let you guys know.
Reality Pill, Exhibit "A" (the video MUST be played with sound [evil] )
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/01/13/videos-your-porsche-911-gt3-isnt-that-fast/#continued (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/01/13/videos-your-porsche-911-gt3-isnt-that-fast/#continued)
At least one of the "slower" cars in there was a Le Mans Prototype :o
F1 season starts in 56 days but who's counting.
I think I also saw a Chevy Suburban in there. [laugh]
Quote from: Cher on January 13, 2011, 04:32:37 PM
Reality Pill, Exhibit "A" (the video MUST be played with sound [evil] )
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/01/13/videos-your-porsche-911-gt3-isnt-that-fast/#continued (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/01/13/videos-your-porsche-911-gt3-isnt-that-fast/#continued)
At least one of the "slower" cars in there was a Le Mans Prototype :o
F1 season starts in 56 days but who's counting.
That is sooo cool. 56...55...54...
anyone interested in shooting at Elm Fork gun range today? I'm taking my 12 gauge and a hand gun or two. Thinking sometime around the 12:30 time.
No can do today but that does sound like fun.
Check out T.I.G.E.R. Valley firearms training http://www.tigervalley.com/. (http://www.tigervalley.com/.) It's run by a friend of mine, TJ Pilling. He's a retired SWAT and firearms training officer for the Garland PD. He's a great guy and instructor. He runs night fire classes on evenings in the middle of the week at Elm Fork and other extended classes at a much larger range near Waco. The night classes are close, inexpensive and take up a few hours on an otherwise dull weeknight. They cover pistol, shotgun and urban rifle... not all at the same time. Check out their schedule and get on the email newsletter list. He posts some cool stuff and his classes rock! [thumbsup]
Don't want classes just shooting, already have my CHL license
This isn't CHL. His classes are to train up your skill level. If you don't use it you'll loose it. I learned something new in every single class I have taken or have taught.
I'll look into it.
My 9mm is still locked in my safe along with the factory
combo I need to open it with [bang]
turn in your man card right now.
Quote from: TresGatos on January 17, 2011, 07:00:22 PM
My 9mm is still locked in my safe along with the factory
combo I need to open it with [bang]
Dan, that's not good. Get that thing open. What? You gonna beat them with my crutches?? [laugh] [laugh] [cheeky] [cheeky] [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on January 17, 2011, 07:00:22 PM
My 9mm is still locked in my safe along with the factory
combo I need to open it with [bang]
We can open it... ;)
Quote from: RichD on January 18, 2011, 08:57:01 AM
We can open it... ;)
Without damaging my Styer? Some safe retailer
should have the code. I couldn't find info on the interwebs.
Good luck with that [evil]
Quote from: TresGatos on January 18, 2011, 07:50:40 PM
Without damaging my Styer?
Quote from: RichD on January 19, 2011, 06:00:30 AM
Probably. ;D
...and you'll come out at least being able to make use out of one of them.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2008-BUELL-1125R-/370476250481?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item56421af571 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2008-BUELL-1125R-/370476250481?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item56421af571)
[popcorn]
Nice. [thumbsup]
Time to support Allan's move back to DFW! 8)
They gave me a hell of a discount, got everything I wanted except for the heated seats (coming soon) - I must say that it was a pleasant experience buying the new baby today. I haven't been into a GM or similar dealer in a decade because I've been buying Benz. WOW what a change the domestic dealers have accomplished. Coming from someone who will argue with a stop sign that means something. [evil]
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/IMG_0699.jpg)
Pepe approves!
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/IMG_0703.jpg)
Very nice [thumbsup]
Looks good [thumbsup]. Lots of room too
I've got one of those in a '08 TX Edition. Love it. All the remote door locks went to shit this last year but I can still do old school manual just fine. I'm sure it's out of warranty for that but I'm not gonna pay to have it fixed. Went through that on my old '99 Suburban. Damn near dropped $900 on the four doors!! [bang] Ducati must make the remote door locks! [laugh]
Great truck but why does it have to be so high? There's no ground clearance advantage. ??? I have to step up onto the spokes of the rear wheel just to reach over the side rail of the bed to pick something off the floor. And my wife won't ride in it because she has too work so hard to get in the cab. Again, I love it but there is zero reason for it to be higher than my 2002 extended cab. And we are talking half ton, two wheel drive here. Guess GM marketing thinks little weeny truck drivers want monster trucks. :P They would be wrong.
Enjoy the ride Dax! [thumbsup] [clap]
Thanks.
I like it high, or was that college? Anyway, it's reasonable to get in but I wont be doing a body lift on it because after all the axle gets you stuck every freakin time.....my old Z71 learned the hard way until i got 285's on her and so it will be done here once these crappy OEM tires wear out. I'm not a patient person so my wife told me SLOWLY right......I heard blah blah blah blah [evil]
Looks good [thumbsup]
I tend to agree with oldfastwin though, trucks these days are massive. I remember my first car, 1991 Ford Ranger. Thing was tiny compared to a Ranger from today, and the F150, forget about it. Cars seem to do the same thing, just look at the Mini, started out small, came to the States, still a small car for here and now you can get the newer models which are larger.... but it's called a "Mini" ???. I guess that's progress.... which by my calculations will mean the Smartcar should be approaching the size of a H2 in about ten years. ;D
Early morning, pre-coffee rant over. [coffee]
Looks great, congratulations! [thumbsup]
.... also, could I borrow it? I need to move some stuff. [laugh]
Having a Suburban and a pick up (+ trailer) makes you much more popular than you ever deserved to be. [laugh] [laugh]
Bye the way Dax, great color choice! [thumbsup] In Texas white cars and trucks are a good choice. Jump to June through August and ask me why again. ;D Apparently I wasn't smart enough to remember that with this pick up purchase but the kick ass AC saved me. Again, even with the crazy door lock issue and the body height I LOVE my truck!!
The additional view from the elevated vantage point is worth it. also, without the additional body height, there's no way to get your twankie-deuce rims in there.
that's 22" rims for those not immersed in The Pop Culture.
Well the wife wanted to drive a Mini Cooper S so off we went......she changes her mind like I do. needless to say she picked the convertible and I told her NO NO NO NO because I hate rag-top convertibles (bad experience). The thing drove very well but with the top up it made more noise than my three dogs snoring. You should have seen the look of sadness on Mrs. E. Anywho, she said no way I'm switching from Benz to Mini - a win for me! Now though she's trolling the Ewing website for sedans. [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] [bang] By the way, Sewell is now a Mini dealer in Plano.
Back to original content. I sold my last truck a little over a year ago and vowed NEVER again to be without a truck so we knew we'd buy one. I was lucky to get this color (a fancy pearl white) and knew good and well not to buy a black car again. I had two black moto's and the last three Benz have been black. I'm too anal to keep a black car unless it's a play car.
Truck is available for rental at $300/day without trailer, if you wish to have trailer at your disposal that's another $50/day plus gas. :P
haha.
My Camaro (I had a 30th Anniversary) was a ragtop. it was redneck heaven on wheels. (actually, redneck heaven is on wheels, but that's a moot point)
Quote from: muskrat on February 15, 2011, 07:06:52 AM
Truck is available for rental at $300/day without trailer, if you wish to have trailer at your disposal that's another $50/day plus gas. :P
If you drive the truck does the rental rate drop to the cost of lunch? ;D
Depends on lunch location [coffee]
we had one of the Limited Edition Trans Am and boy do I miss that car. The thing would haul ass with it's 454 and four-barrel carb. Those were cars dammit, wild and teaching you real driving skills. Sample picture but I wish my family hadn't sold it.
(http://www.firebirdgallery.com/2nd%20Gen%20Images/77ta10.1.jpg)
Ah yes, Redneck heaven indeed. Well how about this: 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari Sation Wagon with the "vista" roof and hydraulic clam-shell tail gate... Nine passenger and all the 454 four barrel goodness you could corral. Holy $%#@ it's amazing I survived [laugh]
Good times ;)
My first car - 1969 Olds Delta 88, 4 door, 455 ci
The good old days, big blocks running rampant around the countryside [drool]
Pfft. I was riding in style in my '75 Merc Monarch with a 302:
(http://www.google.com/url?source=imgres&ct=img&q=http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/362/381/25902690001_large.jpg&sa=X&ei=2QBcTc6TCIaTtwff5Lz_Cg&ved=0CAQQ8wc4Eg&usg=AFQjCNHMySdM8Rv8CSEpjgtqVbMrOptuGw)
Bought it from my uncle for 600 bucks back in the day. It was hideous, but I think I'd still have it if my sister hadn't wrecked it.
I wished they didn't cost so much to restore these days.
its not too bad if you already own lotsa tools and have plenty of room to store it and work on it. Problem is, those two things are the really expensive parts.
Didnt i just say it was pricey? Now I know why Lawyers charge so much. [coffee]
Agreed (with both of you).
The '72 Mustang I had in college is parked at my grandparents' house in New Orleans just in case I ever have the inclination to restore it. It would be one serious money pit...
and my dad is still hanging on to the '64 Merc Marauder he bought in '67. That thing is a beast... It is currently spread out all across his garage, and has been like that for a few years now. It was pretty fun learning to drive that thing... when I was 10... and was towing a boat trailer... Jesus, I don't know how I didn't kill anybody!
So was the trailer towing the car? It is 3 feet under water over there :o
It's a great time to be a motorcyclist... choices, choices!
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/16/norton-961-commando-se-to-land-in-the-u-s-by-april-w-video/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/16/norton-961-commando-se-to-land-in-the-u-s-by-april-w-video/)
bullshit, i say. (with deposit in hand)
Touché
I need one of them......sex on wheels [drool]
I started out with a Toyota Corana 4 on the floor.
Not much but gotta start somewhere [roll]
my first car was a Pontiac 6000 for $1500 bucks and a blown engine. Went next door to the junkyard and bought an engine which my Grandfather said I would install. He sat there with his pipe and laughed his ass off. I cussed and threw shit everywhere and knew then no Mechanic I am.
[coffee] A nice little read to go with your morning joe...
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1355153/Easy-rider-After-56-years-700-000-miles-finally-time-sell-motorbike--40-000.html#ixzz1EEypKeRv (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1355153/Easy-rider-After-56-years-700-000-miles-finally-time-sell-motorbike--40-000.html#ixzz1EEypKeRv)
Bizarre looking moto, love it tho [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cher on February 19, 2011, 07:05:57 AM
[coffee] A nice little read to go with your morning joe...
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1355153/Easy-rider-After-56-years-700-000-miles-finally-time-sell-motorbike--40-000.html#ixzz1EEypKeRv (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1355153/Easy-rider-After-56-years-700-000-miles-finally-time-sell-motorbike--40-000.html#ixzz1EEypKeRv)
Bizarre looking moto, love it tho [thumbsup]
Awesome story, thanks for posting it. [thumbsup]
Thanks Lisa!
Let's give it up for the Texas DPS:
http://autos.yahoo.com/articles/autos_content_landing_pages/1728/americas-worst-speed-traps/ (http://autos.yahoo.com/articles/autos_content_landing_pages/1728/americas-worst-speed-traps/)
Just makes me feel safer already [bang] [laugh]
(http://thatwillbuffout.files.wordpress.com/2011/02/funny-car-photos-i-am-spartacus.jpg)
i love it.
Wow! Charlton Heston?
and funny enough a NASCAR sign just above him. [clap]
Quote from: Cher on February 22, 2011, 07:46:10 PM
ROFLMAO [clap]
we are on the same page my good friend. See ya Sunday!
Got my lightweight flywheel and 12k service.......weeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
Dam it's fun - that's all. [moto]
Quote from: muskrat on March 05, 2011, 06:24:49 AM
Got my lightweight flywheel and 12k service.......weeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
Dam it's fun - that's all. [moto]
[thumbsup] [moto]
[evil]
Quote from: muskrat on February 17, 2011, 08:07:38 PM
my first car was a Pontiac 6000 for $1500 bucks and a blown engine...
A blown engine? I'm impressed!
My first "car" I learned to drive was a 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton pickup (with a 1963 grill on it ;) )
It only had a 355 cubic inch high-compression cammed-up Holley-carburated small block in it, but it had a 125H.P nitrous injection kit.
It was a good starting point to grow from... [laugh]
It wasn't until my second vehicle (which I've
STILL got) that I bought a blower...
I sold the nitrous motor ...but I still know where it is, and after twenty-some-odd years, I still have "dibs" if it gets sold.
It was the first engine I scratch built.
I should bronze that make the beast with two backser. [cheeky]
Quote from: RichD on March 06, 2011, 02:40:05 PM
A blown engine? I'm impressed!
My first "car" I learned to drive was a 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton pickup (with a 1963 grill on it ;) )
It only had a 355 cubic inch high-compression cammed-up Holley-carburated small block in it, but it had a 125H.P nitrous injection kit.
It was a good starting point to grow from... [laugh]
It wasn't until my second vehicle (which I've STILL got) that I bought a blower...
I sold the nitrous motor ...but I still know where it is, and after twenty-some-odd years, I still have "dibs" if it gets sold.
It was the first engine I scratch built.
I should bronze that make the beast with two backser. [cheeky]
Nice [thumbsup] I'd really like to know more about motors... one day when I've got some serious free-time I'll go to motor building school, if there is such a thing. Think I'd like to know how to build a bad-ass VW boxer motor. THose motors are all over the place... kinda like cochroaches [laugh] If I get really good at it, I could branch out into 911 motors (not quite so much like cochroaches).
Quote from: Cher on March 06, 2011, 04:06:00 PM
Nice [thumbsup] I'd really like to know more about motors... one day when I've got some serious free-time I'll go to motor building school, if there is such a thing. Think I'd like to know how to build a bad-ass VW boxer motor. THose motors are all over the place... kinda like cochroaches [laugh] If I get really good at it, I could branch out into 911 motors (not quite so much like cochroaches).
There is a particular (peculiar?) pilot in our group who has been thinking aobut building a hotrod boxer motor and putting it into
some Porshe product... PM him for the specifics.
I'm sure he'd be up for whomever looking over his shoulder if he gets to the wrenching phase of his plan...
I know a parts guy that just rebuilt the bottom end of a 351 for friends 69 mach stang. He is currently in a 454 rebuild with his dad and knows where there is a rebuilt 350 chevy with engine stand for $600.
I've got a spare block/blower/transmission that I should build-up one of these days.
I don't want to think what it would cost now for high quality components...
Quote from: RichD on March 06, 2011, 07:41:11 PM
There is a particular (peculiar?) pilot in our group who has been thinking aobut building a hotrod boxer motor and putting it into
some Porshe product... PM him for the specifics.
I'm sure he'd be up for whomever looking over his shoulder if he gets to the wrenching phase of his plan...
Exxx-cellent! Thanks.
American designed and built touring moto with half of a pushrod V-8 in a Pratt and Miller frame?!
http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2011/03/motus-mst-01-americas-sport-tourer/ (http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2011/03/motus-mst-01-americas-sport-tourer/)
"...the MST-01 and MST-R are designed to be a counterpoint to the traditional American-designed motorcycle, offering plenty of comfort and a well-sorted suspension wrapped up in a 500-pound package."
Bring it [evil]
I likes plus it almost sounds like a Cedici.
For all you iPhone / carbon fiber fanatics.
http://www.handhelditems.com/carbon-fiber-skin-guard-back-glass-protector-iphone-black-p-155341.html (http://www.handhelditems.com/carbon-fiber-skin-guard-back-glass-protector-iphone-black-p-155341.html)
Looks nice.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/2311499272.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/mcy/2311499272.html)
BUT
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/2311478818.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/2311478818.html)
take this temptation away NOW
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/2308647304.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/2308647304.html)
Go buy it. She will depreciate slower than the cash that's sitting in your bank account. [evil]
Quote from: muskrat on April 07, 2011, 03:07:52 PM
...
BUT
http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/2311478818.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/2311478818.html)
This is my favorite...
It really feels like a fast SV with great brakes
Quote from: muskrat on April 07, 2011, 03:12:37 PM
take this temptation away NOW
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/2308647304.html (http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/mcy/2308647304.html)
Plus it "gets around 35 mpg"... At least it's got that going for it [bang] Who on earth has ever given a wit about fuel economy on a superbike [laugh]
I'm with system error on this one; buy it.
[evil]
Quote from: Cher on April 07, 2011, 04:11:24 PM
This is my favorite...
It really feels like a fast SV with great brakes
i'm sure he's got it all figured out too, with that parking-lot riding
Just get this thing approved over in the Senate and we're in business...
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/07/texas-house-approves-nations-fastest-speed-limit-at-85-mph/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/07/texas-house-approves-nations-fastest-speed-limit-at-85-mph/)
It would, at least in theory, make my future speeding tickets less expensive [evil] Hey, and that'd be like a tax cut, wouldn't it [laugh]
i thought they were just suggestions anyhow.
And while we're on (were on) the subject of Craigslist and such, can somebody lend me a quarter of a million dollars?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Rosso-Corsa-Red-5623-Miles-Major-Service-Done-85575-/170622152306?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item27b9df6e72 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Rosso-Corsa-Red-5623-Miles-Major-Service-Done-85575-/170622152306?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item27b9df6e72)
Its just had a major service so I should be good to go, just get in and drive.
Quote from: system error on April 07, 2011, 03:49:21 PM
She will depreciate slower than the cash that's sitting in your bank account. [evil]
no joke. if she's still around after tax bills I might consider this one a gonner but I'll have to hide it from the wife. I'll bet there would be no shortage of garages available.
Mmmmm, WANT ONE!!!!!!!!!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130506008241&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT#ht_500wt_1182 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130506008241&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT#ht_500wt_1182)
Quote from: muskrat on April 07, 2011, 08:57:20 PM
...I'll have to hide it from the wife. I'll bet there would be no shortage of garages available.
Consider my garage volunteered. Hell, I might offer to keep it in the house. (Might get cat hair and baby drool on it, though...) [cheeky]
Quote from: CajunR on April 08, 2011, 07:00:21 AM
Consider my garage volunteered. Hell, I might offer to keep it in the house. (Might get cat hair and baby drool on it, though...) [cheeky]
uh-huh... yeah... "baby drool" he says. [drool]
sorry Sunshine, you're not a candidate. You have twins that would use it as a jungle gym and I've seen how "clean" your Motard is. :o
Quote from: muskrat on April 08, 2011, 10:56:09 AM
...and I've seen how "clean" your Motard is. :o
I bought it to ride it, not to wipe it with a silk diaper and whisper sweet nothings into its tail pipes! [cheeky]
Quote from: CajunR on April 08, 2011, 01:28:13 PM
I bought it to ride it, not to wipe it with a silk diaper and whisper sweet nothings into its tail pipes! [cheeky]
+1 [thumbsup] even the great Stuart Rust told
me he's never cleaned a chain ;D
I'm a freakin' fanatic about cleaning and waxing chains. :P
As far as the rest of the bike... [thumbsdown]
Quote from: TresGatos on April 08, 2011, 07:52:00 PM
+1 [thumbsup] even the great Stuart Rust told
me he's never cleaned a chain ;D
werd. Modern chains are sealed. Clean 'em & you make the beast with two backs 'em up. A small amount of WD-40 on a rag just to wipe off surface dirt & grit, & you're good to go [thumbsup]
[coffee] I haven't found much on my motorcycles that can't be cleaned with WD-40
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on April 09, 2011, 07:53:26 AM
A small amount of WD-40 on a rag just to wipe off surface dirt & grit, & you're good to go [thumbsup]
Sure, that's how it
starts with me: get a rag and WD just to wipe the surface; then it's a brush to get in the crevices between links; and then.... [bang]
Ironically, I think the chain is the cleanest thing on my Hyper. Every 500 miles: WD-40 and fresh wax. [moto]
cleaning the chain is a waste of time. :P
Quote from: muskrat on April 09, 2011, 09:51:30 AM
cleaning the chain is a waste of time. :P
HERETIC!
Every chain cleaning kit needs these...
(http://www.hartvilletool.com/shared/images/products//large/22946.JPEG)
(http://www.7gadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/06/h.jpg)
Growing up with bikes 40+ years ago riding dirtbikes and racing MX I have chain cleaning/maintenance in my DNA. Chains back then weren't that great, as in no o-ring sealed chains. They needed NASA Space Shuttle type care to last at all. So before every ride the bike goes up on the Pit Bull stand, I check the chain and tire pressure, give the chain another good shot of Maxima chain wax because it's already been cleaned and waxed after the last ride I took. Which will happen again after the next ride. I hit the chain while it's still hot from the ride with WD-40 to clean it, wipe it down and give a soaking with the spray wax. Old habits die hard. :)
I must say, Nodog's chain cleaning kit looks awesome [laugh] Why don't I have that stuff?
If the chain is not cleaned periodically, wouldn't the grit on the chain accelerate the wear on the sprockets... not to mention the seals on the links?
Doesn't matter of course; I'll still spend rediculous amounts of time cleaning my bikes [bang] [laugh]
Good news:
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/11/report-ducati-sales-up-68-in-q1/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/11/report-ducati-sales-up-68-in-q1/)
Quote from: Cher on April 11, 2011, 04:36:08 PM
Good news:
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/11/report-ducati-sales-up-68-in-q1/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/04/11/report-ducati-sales-up-68-in-q1/)
If they published real numbers then I'd be impressed but considering they do about 30,000 in production (their break-even point) and we know nothing about total import to US it's hard to quantify. Yeah yeah yeah, pissing all over this today but I'm sick of these "bright" articles without substance. Ok truth is I quit smoking so I'm pissy.......period.
http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2011/04/radical-ducati-monster-body-kit/ (http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2011/04/radical-ducati-monster-body-kit/) [thumbsup]
Yeah! My new levers are at the local USPS in from
Hong Kong. I found out I keep looking in my non-existent
(broken off) left mirror every time, then have to use the right
one. Yep, I slow dropped the Hyper a while back [bang]
Question: do you have to have front blinkers? Weighing
my options.
not in tennessee. they figure you can use hands, just like the bicyclists. you don't even have to pedal at the same time, afterall!
Quote from: TresGatos on April 18, 2011, 08:02:52 PM
Yeah! My new levers are at the local USPS in from
Hong Kong. I found out I keep looking in my non-existent
(broken off) left mirror every time, then have to use the right
one. Yep, I slow dropped the Hyper a while back [bang]
I should have kept that mirror from the holiday party, you could have drew a picture of a car, tapped to the mirror and would had something to look at then.... of course that would have made left turns a bit difficult. [laugh]
Quote from: muskrat on April 07, 2011, 08:57:20 PM
no joke. if she's still around after tax bills I might consider this one a gonner but I'll have to hide it from the wife. I'll bet there would be no shortage of garages available.
...or kitchens. [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on April 18, 2011, 08:56:13 PM
Question: do you have to have front blinkers? Weighing
my options.
I believe you are supposed to have them installed.
If they are broken/non-functional then you are required to signal with hand signals... [leo]
http://www.fastcompany.com/1749010/laser-spark-plugs-the-internal-combustion-engines-last-gasp-at-eco-friendliness (http://www.fastcompany.com/1749010/laser-spark-plugs-the-internal-combustion-engines-last-gasp-at-eco-friendliness)
Cool stuff...
http://consumerist.com/2010/02/the-greatest-craigslist-room-rental-ad-ever.html (http://consumerist.com/2010/02/the-greatest-craigslist-room-rental-ad-ever.html)
Interesting article about the laser spark plugs, but not enough nuts/bolts on the science aspect. the style of writing painted a picture of the ICE as an archaic device holding on by its claws. that didn't really jive with me - there's a WHOLE lot of science going into the well-contained, frequent explosions that we rely on to drive to the end of the driveway to pick up the newspaper.
http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Video-shows-motorcycle-wreck-on-tollway-120670869.html (http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Video-shows-motorcycle-wreck-on-tollway-120670869.html)
I would be going to jail after beating this worthless driver with no insurance or drivers license. I hope jail is in order for the driver and becomes their cell mates toy.
HOLY CRAP. Wendy just sent me the same link. I completely agree. I would happily spend my last few minutes on earth strangling him with his own seatbelt. >:(
That sucks!!! I agree, they would have to die.
According to the WFAA Daybreak copy that accompanied the story this morning, and the ABC Good Morning America interview with the rider, the driver was ticketed for the no DL/ no Proof of Ins and released at the scene.
He should lawfully have had his car impounded, but if that occurred, it wasn't reported in either news story. Inattentive driving might be hard to prove in a lawsuit. So unless he was witnessed speeding, tested DUI, or otherwise impaired or reckless, the fines for the DL/Ins moving violations are probably the only legal sanctions the guy will receive for nearly killing a brother. >:(
That's why we have Jim Adler, The TEXAS HAMMER [puke]
Quote from: Cher on April 26, 2011, 06:17:23 PM
That's why we have Jim Adler, The TEXAS HAMMER [puke]
this is the one time I would call the HAMMER, otherwise I'd be hammering the shit out of that idiot myself.
Problem is I am sure the guy has nothing to go after. 100% of nothing is still nothing. There is a reason why some folks don't bother to have a license or any insurance. They have nothing and don't give a shit. 90%+ of the folks arrested for felonies and assigned to my state district criminal court had outstanding warrants for expired drivers license and no proof of insurance. It's a fact. What does that tell you about the person driving in the lane next to you? [bang] [roll] :P
Quote from: muskrat on April 26, 2011, 06:50:34 PM
this is the one time I would call the HAMMER, otherwise I'd be hammering the shit out of that idiot myself.
i'd be calling a different attorney - there's ones with tacky commercials and billboards, and then there's one that can be taken seriously.
Quote from: fastwin on April 26, 2011, 07:08:48 PM
Problem is I am sure the guy has nothing to go after. ...
True... but he
does have kneecaps. ;)
Quote from: fastwin on April 26, 2011, 07:08:48 PM
Problem is I am sure the guy has nothing to go after. 100% of nothing is still nothing. There is a reason why some folks don't bother to have a license or any insurance. They have nothing and don't give a shit. 90%+ of the folks arrested for felonies and assigned to my state district criminal court had outstanding warrants for expired drivers license and no proof of insurance. It's a fact. What does that tell you about the person driving in the lane next to you? [bang] [roll] :P
garnished wages. employer's business insurance if remotely related to his work.
Quote from: CajunR on April 26, 2011, 07:26:11 PM
True... but he does have kneecaps. ;)
crazy Cajun is starting to show his stripes. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Neat idea. Now if it were only a full-face helmet, THEN we'd be talkin' [laugh]
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/05/28/folding-motorcycle-helmet-nominated-for-dyson-award/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/05/28/folding-motorcycle-helmet-nominated-for-dyson-award/)
Quote from: cdc on December 29, 2008, 09:18:45 PM
[roll] [roll]
;D ;D ;D
Could not sleep and remembering a good friend. :-\P
Say goodbye to Jack's Back Yard.
http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/dc9/2011/06/last_nite_closing_time_at_jack.php (http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/dc9/2011/06/last_nite_closing_time_at_jack.php)
Quote from: zach on June 27, 2011, 10:24:26 AM
Say goodbye to Jack's Back Yard.
http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/dc9/2011/06/last_nite_closing_time_at_jack.php (http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/dc9/2011/06/last_nite_closing_time_at_jack.php)
:'(
we still have Strokers ;D
When you have a 'I Hate My Job DAY'
[Even if you're retired, you sometimes have those days]
Try this out: Stop at your pharmacy and go to the thermometer section and purchase a rectal thermometer made by Johnson & Johnson. Be very sure you get this brand. When you get home, lock your door ,draw the curtains and disconnect the phone so you will not be disturbed.
Change into a very comfortable clothing and sit in your favorite chair. Open the package and remove the thermometer.
Now, carefully place it on a table or a surface so that it will not become chipped or broken.
Now the fun part begins.
Take out the literature from the box and read it carefully.
You will notice that in small print there is a statement:
"Every Rectal Thermometer made by Johnson & Johnson is personally tested and then sanitized."
Quote from: zach on June 27, 2011, 10:24:26 AM
Say goodbye to Jack's Back Yard.
http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/dc9/2011/06/last_nite_closing_time_at_jack.php (http://blogs.dallasobserver.com/dc9/2011/06/last_nite_closing_time_at_jack.php)
(http://gallery.me.com/metcalfe/100151/IMG_0151/web.jpg?ver=12359584440001)
(http://gallery.me.com/metcalfe/100216/IMG_0246/web.jpg?ver=12381887250001)
Quote from: Duc L'Smart on June 30, 2011, 03:54:54 PM
(http://gallery.me.com/metcalfe/100151/IMG_0151/web.jpg?ver=12359584440001)
I remember that day. The poor guy told his wife to drive him from hospital to bar before going home. [thumbsup]
Oh, in case you didn't know there's already another bike spot [evil]
http://www.strokersdallas.com/bikini/ (http://www.strokersdallas.com/bikini/)
;D
That's too bad, I liked that place
Yep. Good times. Service was always a bit iffy but what the hell - good beer [beer]
My Triumph Speedmaster cruiser has received a significant boost in power and handling; traded it in on a Triumph Daytona 955i. Only took 18 months to figure out I'm not much of a cruiser person [bang] [laugh]
Happy trails [Dolph]
where are the pics? [coffee]
Floating around somewhere on my Mac... dammit.
until then there shall be no evidence of truth to what you say. [cheeky]
Looks almost exactly like this:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/2001Daytona955i.jpg)
Only difference is mine's got a solo seat and an after market undertail exhaust that's trick as shit, louder than calscrazy's old Monster, and is as hot as the surface of the sun. Pretty much like my SBK in that respect :D
Misc. stats on the 2001 Daytona 955:
955cc fuel-injected Triumph Triple; cylinder head by Lotus Engineering
436 pounds
NICE! [thumbsup]
Sweet! [thumbsup] [Dolph]
An exhaust sound-off is in order. [evil]
[evil]
Quote from: Cher on July 06, 2011, 06:58:29 PM
Looks almost exactly like this:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/2001Daytona955i.jpg)
Only difference is mine's got a solo seat and an after market undertail exhaust that's trick as shit, louder than calscrazy's old Monster, and is as hot as the surface of the sun. Pretty much like my SBK in that respect :D
Misc. stats on the 2001 Daytona 955:
955cc fuel-injected Triumph Triple; cylinder head by Lotus Engineering
436 pounds
nice... [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cher on July 06, 2011, 06:32:44 PM
My Triumph Speedmaster cruiser has received a significant boost in power and handling; traded it in on a Triumph Daytona 955i...
Cool!
I like mine a lot. I think '01 was the last year for that body and engine.
I always liked the organic look of that style.
It's not a bike I'd want to seriously track.
The brakes are OK.
The suspension is great on the highway but only "fair" when really pushing it.
It's a bit heavy and long wheelbased for trackwork, but that translates into a Cadillac-like ride on the highway.
It's a comfortable and fun daily driver.
The engine in mine is the newer design (Kawasaki)
Smooooooth like a sewing machine.
How is the earlier engine?
Nice!
Quote from: RichD on July 07, 2011, 09:18:55 AM
Cool!
I like mine a lot. I think '01 was the last year for that body and engine.
I always liked the organic look of that style.
It's not a bike I'd want to seriously track.
The brakes are OK.
The suspension is great on the highway but only "fair" when really pushing it.
It's a bit heavy and long wheelbased for trackwork, but that translates into a Cadillac-like ride on the highway.
It's a comfortable and fun daily driver.
The engine in mine is the newer design (Kawasaki)
Smooooooth like a sewing machine.
How is the earlier engine?
I like the triple. It has good torque and a high rev'ing top end. The Daytona has a few more horsepower than my 999 but doesn't quite have as much juice out of a slow speed corner. Wheelbase is within 1/2 an inch of the SBK. The Daytona works well on my favorite roads ridden at a quick pace and, as you say, the ride is still pretty plush.
Over all, it's a fun and funky sport touring machine [beer]
You had me a bit worried when you got the cruiser.
Good choice for a replacement [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cher on July 07, 2011, 07:30:59 PM
Over all, it's a fun and funky sport touring machine [beer]
"touring machine" eh? Planning on some road trips?
Quote from: dallas2r on July 07, 2011, 10:10:56 PM
"touring machine" eh? Planning on some road trips?
In my dreams. Too hot to be fun now... Maybe in October ?!? [bang] [bang]
I will say though since it's been too hot to get in any real riding time, I do at least have the cleanest bikes on the planet [laugh]
too hot for me to even go out in the garage for a short break to clean 'em or do any maintenance, etc right now...
No u don't I do [evil]
wussies [cheeky]
Quote from: j v on July 08, 2011, 11:11:48 AM
too hot for me to even go out in the garage...
That's what the kitchen is for. [evil]
[laugh]
Just a follow-on to my previous post:
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1010228.jpg)
NOT a stock photo [laugh]
Awesome! Just Awesome! [thumbsup]
Quote from: Cher on July 10, 2011, 07:31:37 PM
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1010228.jpg)
Oooohhhh, NICE!!! [thumbsup]
And now for something completely different :
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-14135523 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-14135523)
Here's an interesting review of the Diavel from The New York Times. My favorite part of the reviewer's test ride: "I imagine that the sensation is somewhat like handling a loaded pistol that’s been cocked and then coated in grease: a lot of my energy is directed to just making sure no one gets hurt."
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/24/automobiles/ducati-diavel-review.html?hpw (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/24/automobiles/ducati-diavel-review.html?hpw)
Good, detailed review from a non-traditional moto source [thumbsup]
Thanks for the review!
I can say that I'm in LOVE with my Diavel. I couldn't have made a better choice for myself, so call me "Fringe."
Hope to see you soon.
M
PS - in the article, the author pronounces it Dee-AH-Vull, which is the bastardized American pronunciation. It is more correctly Dee-AH-Vehl.
haha! you are trying to tell us how to pronounce things! Here's a few words you'll never get unanimity in pronunciation of: Termignoni, Voir Dire, lever.
people look at you strange when you say vwah deer... there's no mistakes when you simply say " jury pickin' "
So does a "video pass" on MotoGP.com include the 125 and 250 races?
Quote from: Cher on July 26, 2011, 01:44:21 PM
So does a "video pass" on MotoGP.com include the 125 and 250 races?
It includes way more than that. All racing, all interviews with riders/teams etc that come up after all sessions, practices/qualy, plus you get access to virtually all the archived races. I'm on my third year of subscription. Best money I throw away every year. There are lots of other videos recapping action and teams during the year as well. You also get a discount for returning subscriptions the following year.
[thumbsup]
Awesome. Thanks for the info; it's a done-deal! [Dolph]
Just a brief follow-up on the MotoGP video subscription I got yesterday; for anyone who may be undecided about its value (like I was for about a year [bang] ), do it! Half price sice it's already halfway through the season.
Quote from: Cher on July 28, 2011, 09:47:45 AM
Just a brief follow-up on the MotoGP video subscription I got yesterday; for anyone who may be undecided about its value (like I was for about a year [bang] ), do it! Half price sice it's already halfway through the season.
nice!
Just ordered the EVO 48T clutch kit and basket for the 748. come on hill country!!
What's update on mailyn?
Not that I know of just wanted to check
Still rehabbing last I heard. I have not heard any
desire to continue riding. I'm not really in the loop
though.
Thanks.
And your elbow? Find the fedex asshole?
Quote from: muskrat on August 10, 2011, 09:00:12 PM
And your elbow? Find the fedex asshole?
?!?!?!?!?!?!?
Elbow is not too bad, just swollen and tender. The
shoulder is what still hurts. :P
I'm trying to get out of the lawyers contract cause
they will not pursue anything. I'm left holding all the
bills that insurance won't pay. I've got a second atty
waiting to go after FedEx.
This is getting old [evil]
how can you not get out of the contract? I'm skillful at that, let me look at it. [beer]
you fire them.
duh.........I think there are plenty here to help you achieve this which was previously stated by the resident green horn atty
now the spousal unit can pack without me supervising
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/526f5503.jpg)
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/250de483.jpg)
If any Okies are headed to AMS fri morn and can give
me a ride, let me know.
If not, I'll find a way... My Hyper is fixed! ;D
Someone do something
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/2562951243.html (http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/2562951243.html)
I'm in love!!! R version of my favorite Duc [bow_down]
Just think how it would look next to the Smart Car I'm
driving :P. (my Jetta quit on me)
I think the duc has as many cylinders as the car plus it's prolly got double the car's horse power. I say go for it. It's a win-win [evil]
Hey Lisa, the SCar has three bangers, SIX gears and
can reach a mind boggling 75 miles in one hour.
Not that it can go 70 miles at that speed, as I know of
no decline that length.
Just imagine some cool graphics on that 999R [thumbsup]
Went out riding tonight. It was 102 degrees. Which was great - makes the SBK's extreme exhaust heat completely disappear [bang] [laugh]
On a happier note, I've got 29,575 miles on the yellow bike. Should role 30K on the Hill Country trip, woo-whoo.
Quote from: Cher on August 27, 2011, 07:15:43 PM
On a happier note, I've got 29,575 miles on the yellow bike. Should role 30K on the Hill Country trip, woo-whoo.
Very impressive!! [thumbsup]
went to cycle gear this weekend and picked up a new set of leather pants. frank thomas on sale for 89 bucks!!! regular 300! i love the clearance racks!!
Good score!!
I got the Motard back Friday with new gold CRG levers. Dang I missed that bike. [Dolph]
Tomorrow will be the first double digit temperature day in 2 months so I'm riding tomorrow... Prolly should make sure there are no bird nests in the exhuast before firing it up tho [laugh]
what time you riding and for how long? i will check when I get up and if I am not too late I will call you. [thumbsup]
Hadn't set a time exactly. But sometime after 8. Maybe 8:30 - 9ish? I should be back by eleven or twelve.
well its 11 and I just got up, so I guess I'm too late.
Ha! I just got back; should've text'd you... didn't leave until 11:30.
Quote from: Cher on September 01, 2011, 12:11:59 PM
Ha! I just got back; should've text'd you... didn't leave until 11:30.
Darn it lisa!!!
Got the 748 suspension done today. Thanks to randy! the tail is a little firmmer, but we'll see this weekend.not much riding t0 work all 4.1 miles on it..
I read that TomTom has a new voice-pack that features Jeremy Clarkson.
If, however, he becomes a bit too annoying, you can opt for the alternate voice of The Stig.
I love technology.
Italian Car Fest this weekend (Saturday) in Grapevine. Cars, bikes and food! [thumbsup] [wine] [popcorn]
Quote from: fastwin on September 08, 2011, 06:11:50 AM
Italian Car Fest this weekend (Saturday) in Grapevine. Cars, bikes and food! [thumbsup] [wine] [popcorn]
one of the guys from work started telling about this, until I told him I was leaving this weekend. but if i wasn't going to the HC, I would have to check it out!
old man,
when we going to start our lunches again? the weather is finally not going to melt the tires to the road.
Like Scott says, "I eat lunch every day." ;D I've been under a rock until it got below 100 degrees.
Y'all have fun on the HC trip and ride safe! [thumbsup] [Dolph]
http://www.italiancarfest.org/ (http://www.italiancarfest.org/)
Quote from: fastwin on September 08, 2011, 06:11:50 AM
Italian Car Fest this weekend (Saturday) in Grapevine. Cars, bikes and food! [thumbsup] [wine] [popcorn]
I've been giving this some consideration... The current weather should make it a really nice time. [beer]
Quote from: LYD on September 23, 2011, 09:54:25 AM
I need to run to AMS and pick up a rubber bushing to put the front fairing back on.
Is it a well nut? Not sure about the 748, but I found the ones for the 900SS at Lowe's in their hardware bins.
Hate to butt in here but why is it that when I try and post an avatar pix it expands to fill the small square? Distortions on the skinny side I can deal with, but expanding... WTH?!? I'm using a Mac (old Windows machine croaked so I think this is probably Computer Settings related but I'm not seein' it :-X ).
Quote from: caffeinejunkee on September 23, 2011, 10:47:05 AM
Is it a well nut? Not sure about the 748, but I found the ones for the 900SS at Lowe's in their hardware bins.
I called AMS today and they have plenty of them, and they are only 3 bucks. probally the cheapest thing there. Its a rubber bushing with a nut in it. It goes on the headlight bucket and is rubber for shocks. But thanks CJ.
Now back to lisa......
http://www.flickr.com//photos/texasparkswildlife/sets/72157627429641925/show/ (http://www.flickr.com//photos/texasparkswildlife/sets/72157627429641925/show/)
Quote from: muskrat on September 23, 2011, 10:12:50 PM
http://www.flickr.com//photos/texasparkswildlife/sets/72157627429641925/show/ (http://www.flickr.com//photos/texasparkswildlife/sets/72157627429641925/show/)
Couldn't watch that all the way through [puke]
I was hoping to see BMW had resolved its asymmetrical "issues" with the new 2012 bike, but sadly, no [bang]
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/10/20/2012-bmw-s-1000-rr/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2011/10/20/2012-bmw-s-1000-rr/)
Great performer but the styling...
Ewww.
I agree, not very attractive. Looks kinda Asian to me [thumbsdown]
I've always thought it looked like it had just been slapped in the face... [thumbsdown]
So it reminds you of your box? :o
Pfft. I'm saving my pennies to make the xBox this dope:
(http://www.benlevy.com/auto/meet/scion20080712/img_0443.jpg)
Ashton cigars are great. Mmmmm
I still miss Texas.
come back then. ;D
how to close a tailgate properly
http://www.wimp.com/closetailgate/ (http://www.wimp.com/closetailgate/)
Nice. [thumbsup] I was expecting something bad happening. [bang]
Still patiently waiting... Only one day to go:
http://www.fiatusa.com/abarth/ (http://www.fiatusa.com/abarth/)
[evil]
And, in a similar vein:
http://hooniverse.com/2009/11/06/insane-ducati-powered-fiat-500-gets-hooniverse-seal-of-approval/ (http://hooniverse.com/2009/11/06/insane-ducati-powered-fiat-500-gets-hooniverse-seal-of-approval/)
Quote from: LYD on November 15, 2011, 10:59:01 PM
Norris we miss you!
Thanks.
The plan now is to finally get to Texas to pack up my stuff a couple of days after Christmas. Maybe I can find time to drop by and see some o' u peeps if there's anything going on.
Any plans on visiting Wood County? :)
Quote from: fastwin on November 16, 2011, 09:08:47 AM
Any plans on visiting Wood County? :)
That's where I'll be, about 4 miles outside of Mineola on HWY 69. Will stay with my mother. My belongings are in storage there. The question is whether or not my wife and I will have time to drive into Dallas to see friends.
Will you be in Wood County?
We could schedule a ride tge ;Dre
Hey guys. :) Friendly wicked pissah hello from Bahsten (Boston).
Quote from: WonderBoy on November 16, 2011, 02:10:35 PM
Hey guys. :) Friendly wicked pissah hello from Bahsten (Boston).
Howdy from texas!
Quote from: muskrat on November 16, 2011, 01:27:41 PM
We could schedule a ride tge ;Dre
Okay, what's "tge ;Dre"?
it's the Iphone typing skills at it's best.
I've heard it all.......
http://www.nbcdfw.com/video/# (http://www.nbcdfw.com/video/#)!/on-air/as-seen-on/New-Health-Hazard--Text-Neck/134293548
Quote from: muskrat on November 21, 2011, 05:45:46 PM
I've heard it all.......
http://www.nbcdfw.com/video/# (http://www.nbcdfw.com/video/#)!/on-air/as-seen-on/New-Health-Hazard--Text-Neck/134293548
But Andy, what does she look like?
Barnee, she's nice, real nice.
But how does she look?
...
Just some lines that came to mind. :P
Happy Thanksgiving to all from Los Angeles!
Will be in Mineola between Christmas and New Years if anyone wants to ride out that way to say hello!
God bless,
Norris
Quote from: muskrat on November 21, 2011, 05:45:46 PM
I've heard it all.......
http://www.nbcdfw.com/video/# (http://www.nbcdfw.com/video/#)!/on-air/as-seen-on/New-Health-Hazard--Text-Neck/134293548
And some idiot will find a way to go on disability from that - coupled with shift work disorder teens todat will be on SS by the time they are 24 - and the idots in DC say older americans are straining the sytem and have to work longer to pay for the scoflaws on disability - they probably get handicap parking spaces too - the gene pool needs a big ol dose of chlorine!
THE most amazing thing you'll see all day, guaranteed! (Warning: You
must be a card-carrying gearhead to fully appreciate this...) [laugh]
El motor V-12 más pequeño del mundo. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YfTtGCsiD8&feature=player_embedded#)
Bonus points for anyone who can identify the motor or its application [evil]
I don't know the identity, but it's application is to make want one badly! [thumbsup]
I could watch that stuff for hours.
Quote from: Cher on December 01, 2011, 07:31:22 AM
THE most amazing thing you'll see all day, guaranteed! (Warning: You
must be a card-carrying gearhead to fully appreciate this...) [laugh]
El motor V-12 más pequeño del mundo. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YfTtGCsiD8&feature=player_embedded#)
Bonus points for anyone who can identify the motor or its application [evil]
That is so cool - is it a Rolls Royce airplane WWII engine?
Well.... your guess is as good as mine [evil] Rolls Royce aero power seems likely.
Somehow I was stupid enough to ride this morning. BURRRRRRR
AMS was open and coffee served. [thumbsup] Thanks to Jordan my rear brake now returns. He's not so bad after all but Sofia was better company. ;)
Sophia installed my new tire a while back. She is great!
BTW I have no problems with AMS. Shoot they even closed the Alvaredo shop aFter I moved from Burleson [thumbsup]
Quote from: muskrat on December 10, 2011, 10:27:40 AM
Somehow I was stupid enough to ride this morning. BURRRRRRR
AMS was open and coffee served. [thumbsup] Thanks to Jordan my rear brake now returns. He's not so bad after all but Sofia was better company. ;)
That's what friends are for - thanks for the company - it wasn't so bad coming back - I even went out for a bit later in the day despite not being able to feel my fingers when we got to AMS
Santa Claus is comin' to town...
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/P1010353.jpg)
Picked up a few new and used parts from AMS today - hopefully, I'll have my SBK back in action by February. Piecing together bodywork from all over the place... as of now, the majority of the replacement bodywork are red :o
Oh, and before I forget, Jordan has the most... amusing screensaver. Next time you're at AMS, ask Jordan to show you the shop's new screensaver, hehehe [evil]
Cher, u made the list. Hide!
Well then, carry on. My work here is done [evil]
Quote from: Cher on December 15, 2011, 06:41:06 PM
Well then, carry on. My work here is done [evil]
I was quite shocked myself when I saw that - I have no idea where that came from [evil]
Quote from: Frisco on December 15, 2011, 09:56:25 PM
I was quite shocked myself when I saw that - I have no idea where that came from [evil]
Ah-ha! And here all this time I thought the picture had been submitted by the Subject in Question :D
nope, it was Jim and he too is on the list. plotting my revenge and it's gonna be sweet.
Quote from: muskrat on December 15, 2011, 04:37:55 PM
Cher, u made the list. Hide!
Do you just have to see the picture to get on the list or do you have to acknowledged it?
Just to be sure, I have seen it and I still laugh when I am reminded about it. [laugh] [laugh]
I'll just post some "negative" feedback shortly and return the favor. :P :P :P
Quote from: andym on December 16, 2011, 01:24:28 PM
Do you just have to see the picture to get on the list or do you have to acknowledged it?
Just to be sure, I have seen it and I still laugh when I am reminded about it. [laugh] [laugh]
Hmmm. So who
HASN'T seen the screensaver pic? [laugh]
On a related note, I'm very impressed with Jordan's moral fortitude; when I suggested he could extort money to NOT show the picture, he was genuinely offended. Must be more fun doing it his wayI guess [evil]
He's afraid the sons of guns will come after him
Quote from: Cher on December 16, 2011, 05:40:58 PM
Hmmm. So who HASN'T seen the screensaver pic? [laugh]
I think I need to get to AMS...
The wife and I are flying into DFW tomorrow on our way out to Mineola. If anyone is in Wood County this weekend let me know. We'll be doing a lot of packing and such, but it would be nice if the weather is good enough for a visit or two from anyone riding out our way.
Belated Merry Christmas to all.
I might make it Saturday. Anyone else interested in an East Texas run?
Quote from: NorDog on December 27, 2011, 01:06:29 PM
The wife and I are flying into DFW tomorrow on our way out to Mineola. If anyone is in Wood County this weekend let me know. We'll be doing a lot of packing and such, but it would be nice if the weather is good enough for a visit or two from anyone riding out our way.
Belated Merry Christmas to all.
Norris,
Weather is supposed to be really nice this week in North TX. I have checked Wood County/Mineola on weather.com and there seems to be no rain and late this week it should be in the upper 60s!
We'll be in Wood Co. but we will be tied up seeing my sister and her husband at their farm near Golden (couldn't meet them for Xmas) and step son/junior's 15th birthday is Friday the 30th and we'll be doing the celebrating at my place or his Dad's house in Holly Lake.
Sorry, I'll be in stones throw of you but I'll be up to my neck in family foo foo rah stuff. Hey, hadn't checked the "other bikes" for sale section in a while (for good reason!! [bang]) but did you sell the S4RS? In some ways I hope you haven't! [evil] [thumbsup] [Dolph]
Take care! If you are in DFW after the Wood Co. visit post up and maybe we can all meet for a beer! [beer] I'll buy your first round!
Brian/fastwin
Quote from: muskrat on December 27, 2011, 02:00:20 PM
I might make it Saturday. Anyone else interested in an East Texas run?
Can we get back in time for your family duties? I know some roads out that way ;D
yep, if we leave early enough.
Quote from: muskrat on December 27, 2011, 02:00:20 PM
I might make it Saturday. Anyone else interested in an East Texas run?
Sorry I am out of town this weekend, will be great weather for it.
Quote from: muskrat on December 27, 2011, 02:00:20 PM
I might make it Saturday. Anyone else interested in an East Texas run?
I'm a possibility on this one. I'll know more later in the week. [thumbsup]
well we may not make it that far. probably only a three hour ride is all I can do. I feel like Fastwin has been talking to my wife making me do family shit. I'll put a wire tap on his ass shortly. [bang]
Looks like I'm in. [Dolph]
A three hour tour sounds good too, heck with lunch, I'll eat when I get back.
Also, Sunday at 9 at Eurospoort there is a ride I might just have to make as well [thumbsup]
Been too busy to check the board, but it sounds like a few folks might make it out this way. Sorry that you can't make it Fastwin.
In any event, I'm about 4 miles outside of the center of town (Mineola) and Saturday would be the day for company.
If you want to stop by, send me a PM and I'll send my cell number. I'll be here putting the finishing touches (I hope) on the packing.
Whatever happens, ride safely.
Oh, and I still have the S4RS. It's home in LA waiting for my return.
Norris, I can't make it after all because of family stuff that my wife planned. I'm done with the whole lot after this weekend for 5 months.
Are you driving back through DFW on Sunday? We'd love to meet you and your wife.
BUT would they like to meet you?
E..yes! You..not so much!
Quote from: calscrazy on December 30, 2011, 06:18:44 AM
BUT would they like to meet you?
E..yes! You..not so much!
I'll surely bring E to soften the blow. >:(
Quote from: muskrat on December 29, 2011, 11:26:45 PM
Norris, I can't make it after all because of family stuff that my wife planned. I'm done with the whole lot after this weekend for 5 months.
Are you driving back through DFW on Sunday? We'd love to meet you and your wife.
My best friend growing up lost his father last week; stroke I think. We're going to try to see him and his Mom on Sunday afternoon. Perhaps we can swing by somewhere for a cup of coffee. Please PM to me your cell phone number and I'll give you a ring when I know more.
N.
pm sent. just let me know with plenty of time so I can prepare the wife to look "presentable." [laugh]
Quote from: muskrat on December 30, 2011, 10:41:33 AM
pm sent. just let me know with plenty of time so I can prepare the wife to look "presentable." [laugh]
My apologies, but I can't make it. Still packing (almost done) and I fly out tomorrow. Plus, I was just informed that my sister is driving out to see the wife and me for dinner.
The man who thinks he's the master of his life does not have family.
Hope you, and everyone else, has a great new year!
I made it through another Christmas. Now to size all the rings to fit. :P
http://www.dallasarms.com/index.cfm/show-calendar/2012-gun-shows/january-2012-daca-gun-show/ (http://www.dallasarms.com/index.cfm/show-calendar/2012-gun-shows/january-2012-daca-gun-show/)
FriscoJim and myself will be there today around noon if anyone is interested in going.
The Market Hall Shows are the best. Haven't been to one in years. The Thanksgiving weekend show was always etched onto my calender. People were sick of the family and football and needed to get out of the house and look at guns! [popcorn] [laugh] Made for a good turn out every year.
If the weather wasn't so nice today I'd go to it. Same reason I won't sit inside and watch football. Heck, tomorrow they say it might be 70-72 degrees... but windy.
You guys have fun.
it was good but the prices are pretty much the same as buying new. I'm done with gun shows for a while
I'm waiting on the Boat Show [thumbsup]
I know where there's a boat for sale. [popcorn]
Sailboat? ;D
get a canoe from academy and a sheet from bed and bath!! [thumbsup]
Nope, I told you about it last fall remember?
I am a fan of mythbusters duct tape sailboat ;D
Quote from: zach on January 16, 2012, 01:45:56 PM
I am a fan of mythbusters duct tape sailboat ;D
That must have been the inspiration for your snow cone camper trailer
;D
Quote from: muskrat on January 16, 2012, 03:45:57 PM
That must have been the inspiration for your snow cone camper trailer
Huh? What just happened? [laugh]
"Scrat; I remember about the other boat but I've gotten sidetracked now on sailing. Maybe [roll] This summer sounds like it's going to be as bad as last year's so I'm thinking being out on the lake somewhere instead of holed-up in the house for three months would be a better idea...
That or build my Cool-Suit/Forced Air Helmet design for motorcycles. All I need are panniers that will hold a couple of 50 gallon ice chests and I'm good to go.
[evil]
Luckily you have a Triumph Sprint to experiment on [evil] A computer fan, some flex tube, and a hole saw should do it ;D
Hehehe. I like the way you think.
Sad news story. How many times have some of you been on 455 and through that turn? Me? About a 500 times over the years. Main point of story... no helmets. [bang] :P [roll] Sad.
http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Two-killed-in-Collin-County-motorcycle-crash-137493503.html (http://www.wfaa.com/news/local/Two-killed-in-Collin-County-motorcycle-crash-137493503.html)
Wow, so sad. I feel sad for their loved ones I've lays slowed down on that turn. It's tricky for sure, no run off.
Ugh, that really sucks
So damn sad...
Always sad to hear this stuff
My internet is not cooperating this morning... Only the picture to this story loads but not the text. It looks like a corner that is east of Anna going towards Hwy 75. Is that correct? And if it is, wasn't this section recently repaved? Used to be really chopped up and full of pot holes.
I was thinking it was that first turn west of 75 once you cross over - long straight then a tight righthander - had some issues there myself during daylight - night wouldn't be fun at all. :(
That's the turn I assume it is. The story said it was west of 75. Heck, who knows, a deer (or other critter) might have run out in front of them. Since he lived and worked near there I would guess he knows 455 pretty well and the police didn't seem to think speeding was an issue. I guess no one will ever know.
Very sad indeed.
I'm trying out "Tapatalk" app on the iPhone.
(http://maps.google.com/maps/api/staticmap?center=32.927862,-96.804131&zoom=15&size=480x320&maptype=roadmap&markers=32.927862,-96.804131&sensor=true)Valley View Center, Dallas, TX 75240, USA
a big [beer] and [wine] for UnionJill & Webspoke for helping me with my trailer - that's right trailer for the Harley. If you were married to Mrs. E you'd know she needs a pair of boots for every outfit so I broke down and bought a trailer. [laugh]
Between an electrical engineer, crafty mechanic and an idiot mechanic (me) we worked it out. They were gracious enough to allow a Harley into their garage. :o
(http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq53/montey2005/ee9b9f33.jpg)
That was tough, it took two beers and reading glasses [drink] to get through. So many wires for such a little trailer! Lucky it worked as it was dark when you headed home. Before you get any ideas, we do not work on these....
(http://www.chooseyouritem.com/motorcycles/photos/116000/116031.jpg)
I promise I wont post such things again....just in case I need more help with different shit. :P
Dude, there's a speck of dust on your Harley. WTF
[evil]
yeah, Stan's pretty messy. [laugh]
she's now shiny and sparkling clean. [thumbsup]
I said it on Facebook, and it's worth repeating here: Oh, dear God. [cheeky]
Just saw the new Brutale with matte black and red frame. [drool]
http://www.mvagusta.it/uploads/F1/pW/F1pWAOnve8nsF7M-aCqyTA/sfondi-B1090_3.jpg?do=download (http://www.mvagusta.it/uploads/F1/pW/F1pWAOnve8nsF7M-aCqyTA/sfondi-B1090_3.jpg?do=download)
Agreed. [drool]
Happy Mother's Day to all you Moms out there!! [thumbsup] [beer] Wish mine was still alive. The family went in the dumpster after she passed in 1976. She was the glue that held us together.
Still, Happy Mom's Day to her and all the other Moms. It isn't until late in life you realize how important and influential they are in your life. Dad's too... but their day is next month! ;) [beer]
I got tired of it being hot so I rode the Monster after work yesterday and the Hyper to work
today. It wasn't that bad. I guess I'm getting acclimated. [Dolph]
[thumbsup] It's really not too bad if you can keep moving. :)
Say anything thread? Ok, how about motos and riding them.
It's been really nice these last two days, so I rode to Tyler early (~50 degrees) and back home in mid 70's. the trees are turning colors, little wind, some twisties and curves along the way. It's about 30 miles each way from Jacksonville, so all is good.
Sure hope some of you guys have been taking advantage of these great Nov. temps up there.
[Dolph]
Plus, I found a great loop East through Dialville then back through Maydell on FM 2138.
Happy and safe riding peeps! [thumbsup]
Quote from: TresGatos on November 21, 2012, 08:09:30 PM
Say anything thread? Ok, how about motos and riding them.
It's been really nice these last two days, so I rode to Tyler early (~50 degrees) and back home in mid 70's. the trees are turning colors, little wind, some twisties and curves along the way. It's about 30 miles each way from Jacksonville, so all is good.
Sure hope some of you guys have been taking advantage of these great Nov. temps up there.
[Dolph]
Plus, I found a great loop East through Dialville then back through Maydell on FM 2138.
Happy and safe riding peeps! [thumbsup]
North of you is a nice twisty road - 852 - used to take that when we went to Jefferson - longer stretch with not too many intersections and some nice twisties
Quote from: TresGatos on November 21, 2012, 08:09:30 PM
Say anything thread? Ok, how about motos and riding them.
It's been really nice these last two days, so I rode to Tyler early (~50 degrees) and back home in mid 70's. the trees are turning colors, little wind, some twisties and curves along the way. It's about 30 miles each way from Jacksonville, so all is good.
Sure hope some of you guys have been taking advantage of these great Nov. temps up there.
[Dolph]
Plus, I found a great loop East through Dialville then back through Maydell on FM 2138.
Happy and safe riding peeps! [thumbsup]
Well you've got the job. The job as the next DFW Ducati ride coordinator that is [evil]
Glad to hear from you, Dan. Sounds like things are going well in your new digs. Very cool [beer]
Check this out - it's an auction website for vintage motorcycles... 13 pages of mouth watering goodness [evil]
http://www.midamericaauctions.com (http://www.midamericaauctions.com)
Mmmmm! Very nice to look at, but sure would be tempted to ride em. [drool]
So if you ever thought YOU were having a bad day on your motorbike, just remember this:
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ZfXoKxkGvoM#)
[beer]
Why *not* put an Alfa next to your Audi Ducati in the garage? [evil]
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/03/28/audi-rumored-to-buy-alfa-romeo-officials-deny-it/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2013/03/28/audi-rumored-to-buy-alfa-romeo-officials-deny-it/)
I already have a Fiat (aka Jeep) in mine [cheeky]. The Dodge Darts and new Jeep Cherokee are on Alfa fwd platforms I think.
And more from the, "Just when you think you've heard it all" category; the German Touring Car Series (aka "DTM") could be the support race at NASCAR events in 2015 if IMSA and Audi have their way.
Believe it.
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/03/29/grand-am-imsa-announce-deal-to-bring-dtm-racing-to-us/#continued (http://www.autoblog.com/2013/03/29/grand-am-imsa-announce-deal-to-bring-dtm-racing-to-us/#continued)
Quote from: webspoke on March 29, 2013, 11:14:58 AM
I already have a Fiat (aka Jeep) in mine [cheeky]. The Dodge Darts and new Jeep Cherokee are on Alfa fwd platforms I think.
Yep, I think the Dart is loosely based on the Alfa 159 sedan. http://www.alfaromeo.com/com/#/models/159 (http://www.alfaromeo.com/com/#/models/159)
Did you read that Alfa and Mazda are working together to bring a rear-drive convertible sportscar to the US? A replacement for the Miata and a whole new rear-drive sportscar for Alfa. Didn't realize it but Alfa stopped making rear drive platforms in the early 90's :o The Alfa Spider of '91 was the last, I think. High performing Fiat dealers here will get the new Alfa convertible and the 4C coupe to sell along side the 500.
I still miss all the great folks back in DFW. Heck, I miss Texas so much. Hope all you groovy guys, gals, chicks, and dudes are doing well. I hope those so inclined have a Blessed Easter. And I hope if any of you trek out to the Los Angeles area you let me know.
[Dolph]
You should come back, I just bought two 30-round mags. [evil]
Happy Easter to you also
Quote from: muskrat on March 30, 2013, 09:16:12 PM
You should come back, I just bought two 30-round mags. [evil]
Happy Easter to you also
Grrr...
That's a felony around here.
Not so only that state. The Feds don't have such restrictions ;D
Quote from: NorDog on April 04, 2013, 02:13:29 PM
Grrr...
That's a felony around here.
Beltfed, tracers, drum magazines, armor piercing ammo and incinderies are available here! [beer]
OK, so I'm making myself watch the NASCAR race since I can hear it from my house [bang] Now in twenty five minutes, there's been no crashes, no fist fights, no throwing of helmets at moving race cars, and just one crewman set slightly alight in a pit lane tire change. WTF? I don't get it, what's the attraction? And there's still HOURS to go. Think I'll go watch the grass grow.
The attraction are the crashes and because its an NRA race the bullets raining down after midnight. Take shelter. ;D
I get dizzy watching those guys go in circles!
Maybe it's like baseball for me; I don't know or study all the history or strategies so I find it boring. To each his own. [coffee]
I see some fun in our future Crf50 backyard track (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=lTZt1oYjS4I#)
aparently they have a mini race league for adults who can't seem to grow up - me included. I believe it's the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. Calling all those with mini's!!!!!
http://www.burlesonmx.proboards.com/ (http://www.burlesonmx.proboards.com/)
https://www.facebook.com/burlesonmx.park/about (https://www.facebook.com/burlesonmx.park/about)
Here's the track
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FQcmseMGjqg (http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FQcmseMGjqg)
Here is an interesting and in-depth review and video of three middle weight sport tourers that I ran across over on Motorcycle.com:
http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/middleweight-sport-touring-shootout?utm_source=mo07252013&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=weekly (http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/middleweight-sport-touring-shootout?utm_source=mo07252013&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=weekly)
A Duc, a KTM, and an inexpensive Beemer (no, really - it's not four times as much as the other bikes [laugh] ).
That Beemer didn't fit the mold. Take those things down a dirt road for crying out loud
My new pipe mod... And that's a Termi header [bang]
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/IMG_0665.jpg)
Alan said the aluminum heat shield that *was* on there flew off on the Tollway. I only noticed it when we stopped at a stop light later... Sounded like I had a broken header or something. WTF?!?!?
Quote from: Cher on August 19, 2013, 03:12:31 PM
My new pipe mod... And that's a Termi header [bang]
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/IMG_0665.jpg)
Alan said the aluminum heat shield that *was* on there flew off on the Tollway. I only noticed it when we stopped at a stop light later... Sounded like I had a broken header or something. WTF?!?!?
Just weld the holes? All the oil leaked out of your clutch! ;D
Saw this over on AutoBlog; Ducati-engined VW production racer...
http://www.autoblog.com/2013/09/27/vw-xl1-sport-ducati-report/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2013/09/27/vw-xl1-sport-ducati-report/)
Bumper sticker on the back of a Honda minivan going 10 under in the passing lane on the tollway: "I AM THE STIG"
[bang]
Quote from: Cher on January 27, 2014, 12:53:56 PM
Bumper sticker on the back of a Honda minivan going 10 under in the passing lane on the tollway: "I AM THE STIG"
[bang]
I don't get it... what is a stig? ???
Quote from: RichD on January 28, 2014, 12:32:43 AM
I don't get it... what is a stig? ???
Google is your friend...........
Mark
Quote from: Mhanis on January 28, 2014, 04:39:13 AM
Google is your friend...........
Mark
Thanks. That helps.
https://www.google.com/#q=The+stig (https://www.google.com/#q=The+stig)
Here, I Googled it for you. ;D
Mark
Quote from: Cher on January 27, 2014, 12:53:56 PM
Bumper sticker on the back of a Honda minivan going 10 under in the passing lane on the tollway: "I AM THE STIG"
[bang]
Wearing white A-Stars leathers too?
System error with hair and a stash
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzQMRRKi_3E&feature=youtube_gdata_player (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzQMRRKi_3E&feature=youtube_gdata_player)
Quote from: muskrat on February 02, 2014, 11:26:36 AM
System error with hair and a stash
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzQMRRKi_3E&feature=youtube_gdata_player (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzQMRRKi_3E&feature=youtube_gdata_player)
Me thinks payback will be hell...
I regret nothing! [shot]
I think we should call him Stash now. [coffee]
That is awesome! He has truly good head banging technique!!
.....................................And beautiful flowing hair....................
Mark (whose hair hasn't EVER flowed beautifully)
OK, so did anyone else do a double take at the Maserati Ghibli ads during the super bowl?
Holy crap… I need a Ghibli.
Need.
One.
Bad.
[evil]
Things like that don't interest me. [coffee].
Ok ok I've seen it and DAM I want one. I was eyeballing an Quattrotope and showed the Wife, big mistake. Glad Stan was nowhere around or I'd be the not-so-proud owner of more debt.
I dig them much more than their rival the Jaguar XF. Just wish they would build them with a true manual as I'm sure depreciation will hit pretty hard. Also lol @ 4:57. I don't think people who shop at Ikea would also be driving a Maserati.
2013 Maserati Ghibli V6 petrol and diesel review | evo DIARIES (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlBFdR12vEY#)
Quote from: jimmygomk3 on February 07, 2014, 09:53:47 AM
Also lol @ 4:57. I don't think people who shop at Ikea would also be driving a Maserati.
Why not? There is a member here that shops at Ikea and has a garage full of Ferrari and Ducati. An entry level Maserati isn't that much more expensive than an F-250 King Ranch diesel.
You ever breath a word of that price comparison to my wife and ........... >:(
Quote from: jimmygomk3 on February 07, 2014, 09:53:47 AM
I dig them much more than their rival the Jaguar XF. Just wish they would build them with a true manual as I'm sure depreciation will hit pretty hard. Also lol @ 4:57. I don't think people who shop at Ikea would also be driving a Maserati.
Hmmm, video states it's got an electronic handbrake?! No handbrake turns then. Deal's off [evil]
Simple rule. No 4 doors.
There is a bike night tonight at the Cycle Gear in Plano off 75, I think I am going to stop by after work. It is from 5-8pm.
Anyone..................?
Mark
nope. [roll]
so are you now enthused about adding 6 inches to the swing arm and loading it up with LED's? [laugh]
Quote from: muskrat on March 22, 2014, 09:15:45 PM
nope. [roll]
so are you now enthused about adding 6 inches to the swing arm and loading it up with LED's? [laugh]
We've been to a couple of these; normal people on normal bikes. Nothing to worry about 8) You'd be the youngest one by twenty years.
(http://i154.photobucket.com/albums/s270/pesteaux/20140504_154051_zps08d8c3f4.jpg) (http://s154.photobucket.com/user/pesteaux/media/20140504_154051_zps08d8c3f4.jpg.html)
Saw this at the FC Dallas game today. Anyone recognize it? :)
Nope, but it's a great looking bike.
How was the game?
Quote from: Cher on May 05, 2014, 04:10:03 AM
Nope, but it's a great looking bike.
How was the game?
2nd red card for FCD in last two games. NYRB won but I still had a nice time baking at the stadium. And FCD held them to 1-0 despite being down to 10 men for most of the game.
Cool. I have yet to make it out to see FCD play. Top of my to-do list though. Thanks for the run-down.
Hey Cher/Lisa/Former Flower Mounder, how did the move go?
Well…. it's taking too damn long to get this deal done, but thanks for asking ;D We've bought a house in Dallas that's 20 minutes from Alan's job and 10 minutes from UT Dallas (I'm going back to school in the Fall to finish my degree). It's a cool house but it will remain "vacant" until June the 18th when we can make the move from our Flower Mound house, which, we think, is sold. It's under contract and should close within the next few days. However, we can't move until Sam has finished school so we're leasing the Flower Mound house back from the new owners until we can make the move over to our new house in Dallas mid-June.
Got that? [shot]
Holy crap. Pain in butt. We've got stuff in storage, stuff in the garage of the Dallas house, and stuff just about everywhere else you can think of because before we move in in June we're having the inside of the Dallas house repainted, carpeting replaced, and various other projects done so we don't have to be around when all the mess is getting done.
At any friggin' rate, this whole sell a house/buy a house/move a house has totally kicked my butt. Oh, and did I mention Sam is graduating from high school on June 6th? My Pikes Peak literally has cobwebs on it. Very sad [bang]
Well, this sounds like a dose of good ole reality! "Think of how much time we can save in the commute, ... , things will be so much closer...." balanced with "if I have to drive to the storage one more time....!!!" On the good side: once it is finally over BOY OH BOY what a releif! And AMS will be near by too :-)
Stir this into your morning cuppa and I guarantee it will be sweeter, your steps lighter, ALL day:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation_id=annotation_1034387865&feature=iv&src_vid=CAumVxd8MV0&v=3QtDPzlZTaU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation_id=annotation_1034387865&feature=iv&src_vid=CAumVxd8MV0&v=3QtDPzlZTaU)
Back when F1 cars.. er FA1... cars were LOUD and f&^%ing furious. Not work safe, hehehehe (unless you've got ear buds). And you WILL giggle out loud, I promise.
Enjoy!
That was fun, thanks for posting! Did you see at 2:55 he damn near hit a sign pole.
My .02, the FIA should do away with all engine requirements other than displacement as related to fuel delivery system. For example: Turbo engines are xxxx max displacement and normally aspirated engines are xxxx max displacement, other than that there should be no rules defining the ENGINE. Obviously the car itself must follow established safety requirements, but the engines should be wide open.
That being said, the new engines are rather incredible, just quiet.
Mark
Is it wrong that I look at all of the rain over the last several days and think to myself, "drought conditions aren't all THAT bad."?
I am going to tempt the rain gods today and ride to work I think.
Mark
speaking of no riding. [bang]
WTF happened to everyone on this board? >:( >:( >:( >:(
Time to ride.....who is in?
I'd be down if we could start tomorrow around 9 AM. BBQ lunch maybe?
Quote from: muskrat on June 06, 2014, 07:24:09 AM
WTF happened to everyone on this board? >:( >:( >:( >:(
Time to ride.....who is in?
I thought YOU were the official event planner. Did you freaking retire or something?
Deets , man!
Let me know where and when. I am always ready to show you my rear tire. [cheeky]
(slow) Mark
Pinocchio rides?
I might go ride tomorrow morning.....early.
How early?
Yep, pretty sad; I've been up to my eyeballs with Sam's graduation, my Mom's not well so I've been doing the Dallas to Austin to Dallas thing quite a bit AND we are right in the middle of moving. Two more weeks in our "old" house, then the movers come and we should be moved into our new house by the 20th. Should have everything unpacked and sorted by... December [bang]
So, as much as I'd like to ride with y'all tomorrow… I'm meeting with the contractor at 10 a.m.
Oh, and Sam's graduation ceremony is Sunday. Yip-ee!
Quote from: muskrat on June 06, 2014, 02:02:56 PM
Pinocchio rides?
I might go ride tomorrow morning.....early.
Yep, I've been riding some lately, but I never have time to ride on the weekend due to chores, errands, and honey-dos. Where do you want to meet up and what time? My tank is full of ethanol-laced gas that needs to be burned. :P
[popcorn] Well? RIde report is where ?
[evil]
IDK, ask MuskRat >:(
Otherwise, it was a typical Saturday of chores, errands, and honey-dos:
I ferried my wife back and forth to the VW dealership, then took the VX to 4WP in Coppell to sort out a radial pull issue with a new set of Toyota Open Country IIs. Unloaded the groceries and grilled three day's worth of meats. After that I went to the DACA show at Market Hall, where my buddy had a table and is selling part of my collection of things that can not be spoken of here, but only used by Mhanis as an avatar.
PM me for the particulars, if interested. I will be at Market Hall again tomorrow.
Pinocch' out.
no ride [bang]
Friday started with montezuma's revenge leading to Pepto (it's your friend). Saturday was replacing trim around my new garage door (thank you hail), yard work to cover patches, grout removal of shower and re-grout....bla bla bla. In retrospect I would have much rather have ridden but house work needed to be done since I've been traveling so much. Next Sunday we do a ride, will post when I get home.
Quite understandable reasons for nonattendance on both our parts. All is good.
Hmmm. OK.
What's DACA? Is it like Texas Open Carry? :D
Quote from: Pinocchio on June 07, 2014, 06:26:21 PM
IDK, ask MuskRat >:(
Otherwise, it was a typical Saturday of chores, errands, and honey-dos:
I ferried my wife back and forth to the VW dealership, then took the VX to 4WP in Coppell to sort out a radial pull issue with a new set of Toyota Open Country IIs. Unloaded the groceries and grilled three day's worth of meats. After that I went to the DACA show at Market Hall, where my buddy had a table and is selling part of my collection of things that can not be spoken of here, but only used by Mhanis as an avatar.
PM me for the particulars, if interested. I will be at Market Hall again tomorrow.
Pinocch' out.
Send me a list of your "collection" and pricing. Interested
Webspoke and I ran the Mini GP races this weekend.....what a blast! We need stickier rubber and lower the bikes so no knee dragging just yet, only foot pegs and the boot toe slider [bang]
The most hotly contested finish was for last and second to last, yep, us. Webspoke's doing the recording. In due time we will get these little buggers up to speed to stay in the lead but for our first time out we were very pleased. Now, who wants to catch the bug? ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhL6co8qMmY&feature=youtu.be (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhL6co8qMmY&feature=youtu.be)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTSW7pmzQAk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTSW7pmzQAk)
Some of the other mini's pitted by us.
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3943/15456435817_df3ce8d67c_z.jpg)
Looks fun. Did a little corner carving over the past few days as well. 8)
Found a bunch of good shots of our scooter/cheater race. Reverse start for the modded bikes added some excitement... check out the whitewalls and suicide shift!
(http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s551/Scott_Giarratano/TMGP%20Rd%207/TMGPRd7816Large.jpg)
(http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s551/Scott_Giarratano/TMGP%20Rd%207/TMGPRd7787Large.jpg)
(http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s551/Scott_Giarratano/TMGP%20Rd%207/TMGPRd7781Large.jpg)
(http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s551/Scott_Giarratano/TMGP%20Rd%207/TMGPRd7807Large.jpg)
You guys are friggin' nuts! That looks awesome. Dragging knees and everything. Great pix [thumbsup] Now about those Ducati leathers on a mini bike…
Dude! [laugh]
lookie hir Woman......leathers cost more than the bikes we purchased so Ducati leathers will do just fine. Now, when are we getting you on one?
Umm… Never?
It looks like a lot of fun but it's just not my thing. Joking about the leathers of course. More power to you [thumbsup]
Ducati, meet VW. VW, meet Ducati's Superleggera:
http://www.bbc.com/autos/story/20141003-a-ducati-powered-vw (http://www.bbc.com/autos/story/20141003-a-ducati-powered-vw)
And now, your moment of zen:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCasYJnZ0oQ&spfreload=10 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCasYJnZ0oQ&spfreload=10)
Kimi actually speaks. AND smiles (while lapping Fiorano with a hapless journalist in the right seat) [evil]
That is so awesome, I am glad you posted it, thanks!!!. Drifting with one hand on the wheel so he can slap the paddle shifter with his free hand..................SMH [clap]
Mark
Yeah, I had to watch it three times [laugh] Loved the journo's press lanyard flying around the cabin like a g-meter. Whoops, big brakes… Lanyard hits the windshield like a bug.
:o :o
http://autoweek.com/article/car-life/world-record-truck-jump-coolest-thing-lotus-f1-has-done-season?utm_source=DailyDrive20141124&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_term=headline-center&utm_content=body&utm_campaign=awdailydrive (http://autoweek.com/article/car-life/world-record-truck-jump-coolest-thing-lotus-f1-has-done-season?utm_source=DailyDrive20141124&utm_medium=enewsletter&utm_term=headline-center&utm_content=body&utm_campaign=awdailydrive)
Mark
Holy crap!. That's awesome.
Any bets the commercial originally had their dreadful F1 car jumping the car hauler? I mean, car haulers are valuable [evil]
Great video, though. Thanks for posting.
Well, as Pinocchio so aptly put it many years ago, us race fans are in for the long nuclear winter of no motorsports… However, I ran across this Mega Factories, "Inside Williams F1" video over on youtube and it is very well worth the 45 minutes it'll take to watch it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkIWRf3KHgk&spfreload=10 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkIWRf3KHgk&spfreload=10)
Not MotoGP, I know, but some truly badass F1 race stuff for sure [evil]
Enjoy!
Dakar rally starts Ina few days, go Robby Gordon and Team, 45 min video of their prep for this year. http://youtu.be/YQWiIFVPBdU (http://youtu.be/YQWiIFVPBdU)
Enjoy this 2015 Isle of Man TT promo video with your morning double espresso to get your day off to a rocking' good start:
http://www.autoblog.com/2015/01/04/2015-isle-of-man-tt-preview-video/ (http://www.autoblog.com/2015/01/04/2015-isle-of-man-tt-preview-video/)
:o
Well, after several weeks of waiting for decent enough weather to go riding it looks like it is going to be a great weekend!
........................And I'll be in Lubbock.
If anybody does go for a ride be careful out there!
Mark
[coffee] If you've got a spare 19 minutes and 22 seconds, this on-board video of a mind-blowing lap around the TT circuit in a race-prepped, US-spec WRX is for you...
http://www.bbc.com/autos/story/20140702-the-best-onboard-footage-ever (http://www.bbc.com/autos/story/20140702-the-best-onboard-footage-ever)
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z234/n2f/DMF%20MISC/LiveCricketsSmall-1.jpg)
There is not much to say other than "this weather sucks!"
Mark
Yep. Got that right [bang] [bang] [bang]
This is for any of you Formula 1 fans;
After watching the first race of 2015 in Melbourne, is ANYONE going to watch the remainder of the season? [popcorn]
F1 has totally lost the plot. So sad.
I'll be tuning in regularly, I cannot help it!
The race for 3rd - 8th could be very entertaining!
Boy, did Kimi get the short-end or what!?
Mark
Yep, Kimi can't buy a break. Makes me sad. I really want to see him do well cos I luv his post race interviews [laugh]
I'm afraid I'm with you, though, on watching the full season. It can't be helped; years of conditioning I guess [bang]
I read Ferrari is thinking of pulling out of F1 since the engine technology currently in use has no application what-so-ever to the road cars they manufacture. They would be right to get back into endurance/prototype racing. Now THAT I would watch! Give Audi a run for their money.
We were just talking about the engines at work a bit ago. F1 has really turned into a spec series, just with different manufacturers!
As far as I am concerned the only engine rules should be:
Normally aspirated get XX displacement
Turbos get XX displacement
Supercharged get XX displacement
And the teams get to do whatever they like from there. Engine configuration, layout, number of cylinders, whatever.....(except of course safety standards).
Now would THAT be so tough!?
Mark
Agreed. And may I present, for your dining pleasure, this 1994 Vintage... (stereo, HD and maximum volume is required. Jus' sayin' ) [evil]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-rNiswUhQ4&spfreload=10 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c-rNiswUhQ4&spfreload=10)
So much nicer than the leaf blowers they've got running now.
Since when has top level motorsport been about economy? I mean really! Let the designers loose. And as far as drivers, well, only the brave need to apply!
Maybe I need to host an F1 race watch party… What could possibly go wrong (other than only eleven cars finishing a race?) [laugh]
Burgers and brats for everyone [beer] Woo-hoo!
IN if Alan cooks. ;D
Of course he'll cook. You want it to be edible, right? [bang]
[thumbsup]
[popcorn]
All it'll take now for this party to get started is my school semester to be over… which is a mere 8 weeks away, but who's counting [bang] [bang] [bang] (Worst idea I EVER had. No question.)
Quote from: Cher on March 23, 2015, 08:14:05 PM
All it'll take now for this party to get started is my school semester to be over… which is a mere 8 weeks away, but who's counting [bang] [bang] [bang] (Worst idea I EVER had. No question.)
Hang in there!
W T F
Damned hot and muggy this weekend making riding an unpleasant thought.
TODAY I am putting my liner in my jacket.
Did winter start at 4am this year?
Mark
This coming weekend looks to be nice, though. Sunny, Hi 81 (Sat) and 85 (Sun).
Just saying'...
And we'll be out of town.
So, yeah, for sure someone plan a ride! [evil]
Now that there are a few Multi owners in the DFWM, is anyone else interested in the Adventurecross that Eurosport Cycle of Fort Worth is hosting on 10/16 at Askey Ranch in Decatur?
Events page link (the Adventurecross event is at the bottom):
http://www.eurosportcycle.com/?page_id=40 (http://www.eurosportcycle.com/?page_id=40)
Registration page link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=ogorlixab&oeidk=a07ed40fyh62fe45540 (http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=ogorlixab&oeidk=a07ed40fyh62fe45540)
I could haul the MTS, but a group ride over and back would be more fun.