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Just throwing this out there, if I do win this year I will give the prize to second place.

WD40 is good for a lot of things, but a true mechanical lubricant it is not. The petroleum component will work as a lubricant for a short time, but it should not be used as such in any service application, certainly not on a chain. However, it is arguably a great chain cleaner. The petroleum products in it break down grease and grime very well, but you should follow up by removing all residue and applying a high quality chain lube. I know an aircraft mechanic that got in some serious trouble using DW40 to "lubricate" control serface pivots and cable bearings on small aircraft with WD40, instead of a mil spec lubricant, as specified. The FAA inspectors were not impressed.

No complaints about the Angel GTs here. Many used up. Price isn't that steep & they work great. Not ready to try any Shinkos. They've made too many crap tires that would dump you on your ass in a heartbeat in the past. They may be getting better but if they get good, I'll probably be one of the last to the game.

Justin: Prolly not a huge issue, but I've always had a slight concern that the petroleum based WD-40 would react with the rubber at the bead. I always sneak into the wife's pantry and "borrow" her vegetable cooking spray to use as a lubricant for mounting. Works better than soapy water with no chance of leaving any moisture inside the carcass to cause rim corrosion and degrades quickly. Try it--you'll like it!

DWA - Driving while Asian

Why move there? Lots of reasons listed in the first post and throughout this thread. Fontana always put up with our antics. Why are we going to an area that you already know won't? How do you already know the new place won't put up with our antics? Sounds like you're jumping to negative conclusions, negative Nancy. There are bars we can take over (think old school IMS), restaurants for dinner, etc. I think there are many more opportunities for shenanigans at the new location. I'm really excited about the new location. I think it's going to be a lot more fun.

Welcome. Love the bike, but wear gear ALL THE TIME! Small crashes can turn deadly if you aren't wearing your gear. Be safe and happy riding!

Told you he was a good pick up, he is the real deal.