Tpoppa

@Uncle Punk did you buy from Joe?

He used to live across the street from me when he was a young rider on a Ninja 250.

I talked riding with him a few times, let him borrow stands, etc.  Then ran into him many years later at Sills.  

4 minutes ago, Uncle Punk said:

The curves in front of it demanded concentration so I didn't have time for sight seeing. 

According to my one-track lizard brain the curves are the only sights worth seeing 😀 

Bought this one a few weeks ago because my standards are low and why not...

Actually, I let the wife pick it out with the only criteria being rear seat comfort...it came with a $700 Mustang Touring Seat.  I also considered the weird 2014 Valkyrie F6C even though stock tire sizes are basically out of production.

It was cheap, like new with low miles, so why not...

Just now, Uncle Punk said:

I really don't know how this 201 HP bike is going to go through corners yet. 

My guess is crazy fast.

We've had the same twin/I4 conversation since I was on a Buell and you were on a ZX6RR (IIRC) 🤣

For my money BMW makes the best motorcycles on the planet.  Their tech packages are seamless, the handling/road manners are top notch, their designs are versatile with many convivences are built in that you need to own for awhile to appreciate.  The only thing they seem to lack is character...unless you consider that precision is essentially the German version of character👍    

2 minutes ago, Uncle Punk said:

Can't get to 14,600 RPM with a thumper

With 92 ft/lbs down low, I ride my BMW tractor closer to 4,600 RPM through the corners.

sexy, too many cylinders though.

is it red?

Upgraded the suspension on the Street Twin.

If I could only keep one motorcycle it would be this one.  It's engaging, fun, handles well (even before the Fox Shocks), sounds great, and has character for days.  It has a vintage racer vibe, and responds really well to proper rider inputs. 

On 2/16/2024 at 9:18 AM, Tpoppa said:

Know anyone that would be interested in a like new (still under warranty) 2022 Ducati Monster+ 937?

I bought it with the intention of flipping it.  The guy I bought it from had a Ferrari, and Audi RS5, couple classic Porches, expensive boats...he bought the Ducati because he could afford it, but he just wasn't a motorcycle guy.

It's absolutely like new with an excellent IMU based electronics package...lean sensitive TC and ABS, launch control, wheelie control, buttery smooth up/down quick shifter, etc.   It's lightweight (40lbs less than the Monster 821), and flickable.

If you've ever been afraid of Ducati maintenance...the 937 motor is a gem with extended maintenance intervals...18k for valves, and 9k for oil changes.  Asking $11k

 

   

 

She gone!

If I were to get a driver's car right now, the Cadillac CT4 Blackwing would get my $$

9 hours ago, Danimal said:

Wrapping up the build with an Eclipse party. You folks should stop by. Just south of Wooster. 

The center path of the eclipse goes right through my yard.

Schools will be closed that day.  The police are already posting warnings about being prepared for local food and gas shortages, due the huge number of people that will be coming to the area.  

I've seen ads for people charging $50/car to park in their yard.

btw, I have a camper just south of Wooster.

Know anyone that would be interested in a like new (still under warranty) 2022 Ducati Monster+ 937?

I bought it with the intention of flipping it.  The guy I bought it from had a Ferrari, and Audi RS5, couple classic Porches, expensive boats...he bought the Ducati because he could afford it, but he just wasn't a motorcycle guy.

It's absolutely like new with an excellent IMU based electronics package...lean sensitive TC and ABS, launch control, wheelie control, buttery smooth up/down quick shifter, etc.   It's lightweight (40lbs less than the Monster 821), and flickable.

If you've ever been afraid of Ducati maintenance...the 937 motor is a gem with extended maintenance intervals...18k for valves, and 9k for oil changes.  Asking $11k

On 2/10/2024 at 3:22 PM, marlboro man said:

Change the oil noticed a big scratch on the gas tank, but that’s what you get for letting some sorority house with poky nipples wash your bike in New York but that’s not something you pass by!

Most of us aren't strong enough to resist the power of poky nipples.  Well played sorority.

Got the Italian and the Brit out for local riding today.

I'll take the German out tomorrow.

sold

Sell for how much or trade for anything in particular?

3 hours ago, Danimal said:

The new Goldwimg could suck your dick while riding for all I care. Can’t see myself on one for any reason. 

For a 2-up tourer, I definitely see the appeal of the new GW (or a K1600)

For a 1-up tourer, there are many motorcycles I prefer.  And 95% of my riding is 1-up.

On 12/27/2023 at 6:31 PM, Danimal said:

Bear sprays and deterrence 

I'm sure you've read plenty already...

sometimes bear spray will only buy you a minute or 2 depending on the species, and the specifics of the encounter.  

I've had few encounters where I saw the bear, and plenty more where the bear saw me.   

Battery Minder > Battery Tender

7 hours ago, Tonik said:

Dude, you need to add a Gold Wing to the list.

Like, when I get old?

Actually, I let the wife site on the back of a 2020 GW and she did like it.  It's an option, but I'm also waiting for the R1300RT, that hopefully gets released next year.

The growing list of motorcycles I've owned:

2022 Ducati Monster Plus
2020 Triumph Street Twin
2022 Honda Navi
2020 Kawasaki Z900 ABS
2010 Kawasaki Nomad VN1700
2015 BMW R1200R
2019 Kawasaki Ninja 400
2013 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic
2006 Harley Davidson VRSCR Street Rod
2014 Honda CB500X
2010 Yamaha V-Star 950 Tourer
2000 BMW R1100R
2010 Honda VFR1200
2008 Suzuki SV650S ABS
2010 CBR600RR ABS
2009 Suzuki Gladius
1992 Nighthawk 250
2003 SV1000S
2009 Buell 1125R
2005 Kawasaki Z750S
2006 CBR600F4i
2005 Buell XB9SX
2005 Triumph Bonneville America
1994 Honda Magna 750
2002 Honda 919
1989 Honda Pacific Coast
2003 Buell XB9S
1999 Honda Magna 750
1988 Yamaha Radian
1993 Bandit 400
1993 Kawasaki Vulcan 500
1988 Kawasaki EX500
1985 Yamaha Maxim X 700

5 hours ago, Pauly said:

Found my Multistrada in Maryland. 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/164463366720371/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3A3f4907d0-e228-4db3-8ba2-c0f71ceb5a5b

Is that your old bike?

cause the ad says never dropped, and I remember yours didn't like the driveway at Fontana Village😝

The Monster is comfortable enough to tour, it could use a larger windscreen though.

Need a find a way to get this to Deals Gap...I don't plan on adding any luggage accommodations.

I bought a set of Pirellis today.

They were attached to this.

Walmart has quite a few sizes of backpacks with water bladders for under $30.