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Check my track record. I am impulsive with motorcycle purchases. In a related story, there will be an 03 SV1000S for sale very soon. Complete with LSL Superbike bars, dual Micron Exhuast, PCIII USB, and a new rear tire installed by Pauly on Tuesday.

So, I seem to have accidently bought another motorcycle, and I need to pick it up tomorrow. Is anyone near Cleveland willing to loan me a trailer for this Saturday?

650R = Parallel twin SV650 & 1k = vtwins The feeling seems to be that the SVs will out handle the 650R. This is a non-issue for a novice rider. It wouldn't be an issue unless she gets to the point she is exceeding the handling capabilities.

You are bidding on a 2009 Suzuki SV650S It has green leds all over the bike and on the rims and mirrors with turn signals built in. It has a k&n filter It volicity stacks It has a power commander 5 with auto tuner The swing arm has been streched 12" It has 1" gel seats covered in green leather. The bike has about 9000.00 in extras. I have the factory swing arm that comes with the bike should you want to change it back to stock. $9,000 in extras, REALLY? Gel seats must sell for $8,500

Re: Plugging the trigger. If you buy a used bike for a fair price there is really no risk. If for whatever reason you don't like it or find something you like more later, you should be able to sell it for about what you paid. Unless you drop it. I've done this many, many times (not the dropping).

Sure. Not sure what shipping will be. Maybe $10-15.

How about $12k for a custom SV650S? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Custom-SV650S-/260857360100?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item3cbc4f6ee4

I can't wait to see how much the Screaming Eagle coolant costs. I heard it's made from ground up pieces of leather and chrome

I never knew of this until I went to boot camp.

UP knows his stuff, too.

This. I generally won't offer advice to anyone unless they seem to be a danger to themself or others. But, when asked, I'm happy to talk lines, body position, technique, mindset, etc. Dave, the guy on the other Buell, has more miles under his belt and knows more about riding than just about anyone. Asking him a few pointed questions would help anyone become a better rider. When I started doing group rides with CORE years ago, I rode with some stellar street riders. Following them and asking questions has helped me immensely over the years.

^ You looked like you weren't feeling well. That leaky fork seal would have had me stressed out.

Everyone in that group, at one time or another, wasn't 'feeling it' and decided to go hang in the back for awhile. For me...confidence and smoothness dictate pace. Some days that puts me toward the front, other days toward the back. Pauly posted something a while ago, along lines of...don't try to be fast, try to be smooth and fast will come. It's true. Don't beat your self up too much. Mistake are useless unless you learn from them.

We passed 2 groups of FJR-ish bikes. One at the very bottom of 26, and one near the intersection of 26 & 260. Either of those you?

10 maybe? They are mens 8/Euro 42.

I got another pair of boots. I don't need these any longer. Teknic Violator Boots sz 8. These give good protection and have a good adjustments for fit. Can be worn above or below the pants. They are in good used condition. Buckles and zippers are in good shape. The toe sliders have a few slides on them, but that makes them look badass There is a waterporoof and non-waterproof version of these. Mine are waterproof. MSRP is $299, you can find them on ebay for $179. $60 firm, prefer pickup. I can snap a few pictures, but they look just like these: Description: Teknic Violator WP Waterproof Men's Leather Boots Features: Boot Type: Waterproof & breathable racing / street boot, with 15º forward slant. Unique features: Powerskin II™ waterproof / breathable full sock liner. Lorica outer shell. Nylon anti-torsion brace system. Ratchet ankle strap system. Double adjustment calf. Upper Materials: Italian premium grade Lorica. Lining Materials: Split perforated leather and neoprene. Sole: Dual density, anti-vibration / anti slip sole.Molded anti-torsion, anti-crush steel shank. Features: Ankle & calf anti-torsion, brace system. Replaceable toe sliders. Hook'n'loop calf adjustments. Nylon shin plate and heel cup. Ratchet ankle buckle. Nylon reinforced toe shifter plates.Waterproof gusset behind boot zipper closure. 1/2 zipper entry

Aside from the formentioned incident, it was a good day to ride. We had a total of 9 riders. A bit chilly in the AM, but not too bad. Clean roads, light traffic, and no cops. I finished around 470 miles for day.

I was leading at the time, so I couldn't see what happened. We went back and took a look at that turn. I was a left hand decreasing radius curve and the road a little off-cambered. Kind of tricky to read. Sucks, but the bike didn't look too bad, and you weren't hurt. All things considered, it could have been a lot worse.

Leaving shortly.

Yep, the southern part of 800 is repaved and really good.

I may see you guys on 83. I'll be passing through Lodi 8:10-8:15ish. Btw, I'll be on the Buell.

http://www.electrosport.com/media/pdf/fault-finding-diagram.pdf

I'll be at the Millersburg Speedway by 9a.