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Started by Meerkat, July 25, 2010, 10:40:34 AM

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#30
August 22, 2010, 04:27:37 AM
Oh...that's nice. So you put some stickers on? ;D

Those look like the same model I had, but in aluminum
-Throttle's on the right, so are the brakes.  Good luck.
- '00 M900S with all the farkles
- '08 KTM 690 StupidMoto
- '07 Triumph 675 Track bike.

Meerkat

#31
August 22, 2010, 06:01:13 AM
Stickers? I used Sharpies! [laugh]
'07 S2R1K
'09 Daytona 675
'03 620 Dark-Sold 03/26/2011

Meerkat

#32
August 22, 2010, 11:35:59 AM
Thanks, Ben!
'07 S2R1K
'09 Daytona 675
'03 620 Dark-Sold 03/26/2011

DRKWNG

#33
August 22, 2010, 11:36:52 AM
Now I has your pics.   [evil]

Meerkat

#34
September 27, 2010, 01:57:41 PM
Woot! Fozomas arrived today and are looking good. Bye bye Mickey!
'07 S2R1K
'09 Daytona 675
'03 620 Dark-Sold 03/26/2011

The Mad King Pepe'

#35
September 27, 2010, 05:55:04 PM
New boots just came in today. NewEnough has TCX (formerly Oxtars) boots on clearance, and I bought a pair of X-square for $80.

I already have a pair of Oxtars Jupiter boots and I love them! The X-square are somewhat between the Jupiter and regular shoes. They don't have the gore-tex layer (water resistant and breathable) but they're lighter and more comfortable.
First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Socialist.
Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Trade Unionist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me--and there was no one left to speak for me.

Meerkat

#36
September 27, 2010, 06:00:20 PM
Nice! They remind me of a pair of (non-riding) boots I used to have. Oh and thanks for pointing them out after they're out of my size.  ;)
'07 S2R1K
'09 Daytona 675
'03 620 Dark-Sold 03/26/2011

The Mad King Pepe'

#37
September 27, 2010, 06:19:59 PM
Damn, found them for less at sport bike track gear:
X-square $65: http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=4527
Jupiter $90: http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=4171

Oh well....


Next thing for me will be a 3/4 length jacket. I have mesh jacket for the summer and 1/2 length Tecnik (aka  asphyxia) that I've used until now but I need something better for the cold/wet months.

Right now the candidates are:

  • Scorpion XDR Commander + warm and good fit - does not seem to vent much
  • FirstGear Kilimanjaro + venting looks good - does not seem very warm
  • Tourmaster Epic (warmer) or Transition (better venting)

The Scorpion is the most expensive at $340, then the  Kilimanjaro at  $300 (New Enough has a $40 rebate for it, so it goes  down to  260),  Epic is $215 and the Transition is $185.

I really like the features on the Scorpion: a waterproof and a thermal layer, wraps and straps for a snug fit, neck warmer, etc. But the arm vents seem useless and the chest vents seem worthless so I worry I'll end up feeling like a lobster.
First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Socialist.
Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Trade Unionist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me--and there was no one left to speak for me.

Meerkat

#38
September 27, 2010, 06:31:06 PM Last Edit: September 28, 2010, 04:18:17 AM by Chemico
MUST.NOT.BUY.MORE.TRINKETS!!! I'm getting ready to spring for a new TO ME ride... [moto]!



changed "new" to "new to me"
'07 S2R1K
'09 Daytona 675
'03 620 Dark-Sold 03/26/2011

zooom

#39
September 28, 2010, 03:04:45 AM
Quote from: ReginaDiCuori on September 27, 2010, 06:19:59 PM
Damn, found them for less at sport bike track gear:
X-square $65: http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=4527
Jupiter $90: http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=4171

Oh well....


Next thing for me will be a 3/4 length jacket. I have mesh jacket for the summer and 1/2 length Tecnik (aka  asphyxia) that I've used until now but I need something better for the cold/wet months.

Right now the candidates are:

  • Scorpion XDR Commander + warm and good fit - does not seem to vent much
  • FirstGear Kilimanjaro + venting looks good - does not seem very warm
  • Tourmaster Epic (warmer) or Transition (better venting)

The Scorpion is the most expensive at $340, then the  Kilimanjaro at  $300 (New Enough has a $40 rebate for it, so it goes  down to  260),  Epic is $215 and the Transition is $185.

I really like the features on the Scorpion: a waterproof and a thermal layer, wraps and straps for a snug fit, neck warmer, etc. But the arm vents seem useless and the chest vents seem worthless so I worry I'll end up feeling like a lobster.

between the 3...the Kilimanjaro...IMHO...
99 Cagiva Gran Canyon-"FOR SALE", PM for details.
98 Monster 900(trackpregnant dog-soon to be made my Fiancee's upgrade streetbike)
2010 KTM 990 SM-T

The Mad King Pepe'

#40
September 28, 2010, 04:06:44 AM
Quote from: zooom on September 28, 2010, 03:04:45 AM
between the 3...the Kilimanjaro...IMHO...
Heh, just bought the Scorpion. After reading the review and the opinions on web bike world I decided to go for it. I'll try it now before it gets too cold and see how much venting I can get out of it, and if it really sucks I will return it in exchange for the Kili.
First they came for the Socialists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Socialist.
Then they came for the Trade Unionists, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Trade Unionist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out-- Because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me--and there was no one left to speak for me.

Slide Panda

#41
September 28, 2010, 04:09:34 AM
Quote from: Chemico on September 27, 2010, 06:31:06 PM
MUST.NOT.BUY.MORE.TRINKETS!!! I'm getting ready to spring for a new ride... [moto]!

Hold off until jan... Then we can drag to IMS and pop your cherry there... and damage your credit rating too.
-Throttle's on the right, so are the brakes.  Good luck.
- '00 M900S with all the farkles
- '08 KTM 690 StupidMoto
- '07 Triumph 675 Track bike.

Meerkat

#42
September 28, 2010, 04:24:22 AM
Quote from: yuu on September 28, 2010, 04:09:34 AM
Hold off until jan... Then we can drag to IMS and pop your cherry there... and damage your credit rating too.

Quote from: Chemico on September 27, 2010, 06:31:06 PM
MUST.NOT.BUY.MORE.TRINKETS!!! I'm getting ready to spring for a new TO ME ride... [moto]!

Fixed that. I canNOT be trusted with a NEW new bike. Besides, I don't believe in financing vehicles or buying non-preowned. It kinda makes me sick to see that "drive it off the lot" depreciation. I'd rather spend that on mods.
'07 S2R1K
'09 Daytona 675
'03 620 Dark-Sold 03/26/2011

Slide Panda

#43
September 28, 2010, 04:55:14 AM
Did I say anything about a new bike? I did not. But I will mention that Ohlins will have a stall, there's lots of new gear coming to market... plenty of other stuff to get :)
-Throttle's on the right, so are the brakes.  Good luck.
- '00 M900S with all the farkles
- '08 KTM 690 StupidMoto
- '07 Triumph 675 Track bike.

Meerkat

#44
September 28, 2010, 04:58:50 AM
Speaking of new...is Yuu coming to the meet up Thurs? I still haven't heard this new exhaust!
'07 S2R1K
'09 Daytona 675
'03 620 Dark-Sold 03/26/2011
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