oldschoolsdime92

Good to know, will likely purchase some oil as the length comes in.

I tend to use oil, and chase with with a bit of balm. I've tried a few different balms and the only one that didn't make my beard feel like straw, is this stuff. I use it very sparingly. 

http://www.burlymanbeard.com/burly-beards/

The oil helps keep things soft, and the balm just helps keep it tame. If I just use oil, it looks like I'm transforming into chewbacca 

Did a shake down ride of the off-road conversion yesterday

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YRW0-Q-FrjE

But will it tolerate that for 40 straight minutes?

easily. guys ride them across the US. it even has a forged piston.

What you have to remember about turbos:

They're more load dependent than rpm dependent.

It's not like a 2 stroke where you just keep them zinging... You'd have to keep it loaded to keep it boosting. Which is impossible if you're going through corners properly.

This- I've always always thought about this

Thanks anden! Will get your bike detailed as soon as the weather permits.

Anyone else have anything ?

ORDN beard oil should smell like gasoline, hoppes 9 and lube.

ohioriders beard oil blend....i  can see it now..

This is for the WRR. I believe the WRX wheels to be much lighter than the 18/21 combo.

Pulled from the WR forum. What I love about this bike is the maint intervals. 26k valve checks, 3k oil changes. Engine is based on the 08 r1 engine.

Removal of passenger footpegs($0): -27.1oz

Replacement of muffler, header, factory heatsheilds, EXUP valve/servo/wiring with FMF muffler, header, and one of the fuel programmers($800-$1000): -71oz

Removal of airbox flapper($0): -9.2oz

Replacement of stock battery with www.voltphreaks.com/ssl/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=56&osCsid=ca44e0d49ab5f75fdbb665ac71934582" class="postlink" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">VoltPhreaks lightweight battery($480) or Gybe SuperB 230($??): -36oz(voltphreaks)to -56oz(Gybe)

Removal of kickstand saftey switch and wiring($0): -4oz

Removal of Air Injection System($0): -17oz

Replacement of rear tail light/blinkers with DRZ setup ($100): -27.9oz

Replacement of rear sprocket with Renthal Ultralight sprocket ($70): -19.0oz

Replacement of factory US spec headlight and shroud with Japanese spec headlight and shroud ($110): -7.6oz

Removal of front reflectors ($0): -3.2oz

Replacement of stock front tire with Michelin Cross AC10 80/120-21: -15.0oz

Replacement of stock rear tire with Michelin Cross AC10 100/100-18: -16.0oz

Total weight loss possible is 253.0oz to 273.0oz (15.8lbs to 17.1lbs), however if typical protective items are added, the weight savings are significantly less.

Flatland Racing Skidplate(includes removal of white plastic guards[-3.0oz]): +51.6oz

Zeta Armored handguards with XC flashers(includes weight savings of removal of stock front flashers[-12.7oz]): +17.4oz

Bulletproof Designs Radiator guard(includes removal of factory fins[-3.7oz]): +10.1oz

Therefor this adds 79.1oz, reducing weight savings to 173.9oz to 193.9oz (10.8lbs to 12.1lbs)

My WR is slow getting there, but will do 91. It weighs 300lbs in stock form. It's a 250, and it's not for everyone but I dig it.

I quit buying textile jackets after crashing a few.

Stuff isn't going to be used on asphalt. I won't wear textile on the street. I just want it to ride trails with. I don't really want to go the motoX pant and jersey route.

Anyone have anything in 32-34 waist, and 40-44 jacket?

double post

Well you should provide pictures of such a cool sounding project!

Yes it is.. I've been rounding up some parts in the last few weeks- the girl now swings both ways...

Dang it- I'm going to be there a week later! I'm not sure I can pull off a trip back to back like that, or I would 100% play support crew for you.

That would be fun. You should bring the WR and a tow rope. I'll most likely need assistance.

When are you planning to go?

I'll come ride beside you on the moto provide water or assistance. I haven't pedaled in months. :-(

I really want to go ride tar hollow. Does anyone have any GPS cords or a ride route they mind sharing ?

alright, as promised.

I spend a ton of time with my little man. It has changed my life 100%. My wife works insane hours. I USED to wrench in the garage endlessly, all winter long. In the summer, i did track days , and rode a lot. Every day practically. Now, I am Mr. Mom while my wife is at work. My mother in law watchs him while I'm at work. I had a very very tough time with this in the beginning. 

Now, i wouldn't change it for the world. I love the time i get to spend with him. I still get to wrench, just not as often. its therapy for me, and I appreciate that time more than ever. As for riding, I'm still riding a bit, but my interests have changed from track days, to kart track riding and trail riding. I have learned to appreciate the healing power of some throttle therapy more than ever, just at a slower pace. 

Some guys give up riding once they have kids. I feel thats a bit nuts, to take something I've done my whole life and just give it up. its a part of me, its made me who i am. I want my son to know the "real" me. not a guy who used to ride motorcycles. As he gets older, i hope he takes an interest, and wants to go ride trails, and kart track or whatever we decide to ride.  I wouldn't feel guilty about going riding. If your logging 50k a year, yes i may say you need a reality check. But the sunday ride, or weekend trip, don't stress. You need that personal time for yourself. 

Ty guys, I am really scared about being a dad, always imagined myself to be a not so mature crazy guy. Will you be feeling guilty if you are out riding on those few off days you get without spending quality time with family? Is this why many active riders from the past years in forum are not that much into riding these days?

We had our little one 4 months ago. I will explain my view of it, this evening when I have an actual keyboard on hand. Congrats !

i plan on doing this entire season racing supermoto.

the schedule does have some conflict with work, but i'll make arrangements.

can't wait for april to get here! i need to put in some seat time!

I'm not sure I'll get to race the entire season, but I'll certainly make a few races!

If I had the cash I would have 17's and my 18/21 setup. Maybe over the winter ill lace some up.

I've ended up with an 18/21 combo now. I'm just waiting on my front brakes to arrive for the smaller rotor and I'm ready.

I usually ride around here at a friends place. have some woods around. but Id love to explore bigger woods and riding areas. want to hit up Enon Ohio. they have one called hidden springs ranch. (I think).

hidden springs has some funny hours, but I will go ride with you. Just let me know when you wanna go. 

Is that the suzuki?!