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  5. The EPIC Ohio Group Ride

    in Events

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    Yea, I'll have to snag that sometime. Took the bike out for a spin today after work. I can already tell a difference in braking and the pads aren't even broken in yet.

    Sent from my iPhone

    You mean you weren't thrown off the bike on the first grab of brake?!?! Those things are hella tight now compared to before haha

  9. Noob: 9mm options/ alternatives?

    in Dumpster

    Posted

    Get a full size to help with learning to shoot, then decide if you want more power, smaller size, more bling, etc. from there.

    This^^ My XD .45 is WAYY easier to use with less recoil and better accuracy than my Glock 26, but the Glock is a lot smaller so thats to be expected. The 45 would be easier to learn on though.

    Here we go....

    I personally like the Springfield Armory line of pistols. XD is the simplest form, XDm is the match grade barrels and lighter triggers. XDs is their slim line specifically made for conceal carry I have an XD9 which is great gun for a target shooting. The generally cost around 450-600 depending on the length if barrel and whether its a Bitone, or straight black. I also have the XDs .45 which is a beast of a shooter. Definitely not for someone who is new to guns.

    I am actually liking the slim XDm9, the Glock is a bit of a chunkster for a skinny guy like myself during the summer months. If it had a single stack variant it would be perfect.

  13. The EPIC Ohio Group Ride

    in Events

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    Trailer question:

    So Tim and I decided to trailer down so we can enjoy the riding and not be exhausted, but I got to thinking today about the hills and my small car. I know for a fact my 2.5L 6speed mazda 3 can handle both bikes on flat ground, but do you think its too much to ask on hills? I just dont want to get stuck on a hill somewhere and burn out my clutch or something.

  14. 2007 Daytona 675 North Olmsted

    in Introductions

    Posted · Edited by JStump

    My thoughts exactly. :D

    Anyone know a local place that sells trailers? The internet is worthless.

    Harbor Freight, do a search on here and you will find a couple builds. Ends up being around $325 for all the parts to build one using the 20% off coupon found in sport rider magazine on the trailer and the $50 wheel chock for $25 coupon. Its a solid little trailer too that doesnt weigh a ton, maybe 300lbs at most so you car should have no problem with it.

    Edit: I found my thread from last spring http://www.ohioriders.net/showthread.php?t=92357&highlight=harbor+freight

  15. 2007 Daytona 675 North Olmsted

    in Introductions

    Posted

    Thanks all.

    I just found out my xB can tow 1100lbs (just not in the US). It's rated overseas for that much. I'm assuming it's all the US laws and liability claims that prevent them from putting a rating on it.

    Now i just need to find a trailer. Looking for a 4x8 or 5x8 flat trailer.

    Im sure its legal, it just may void the warrantee, I know my Mazda 3 is able to tow something like 1200lbs in Europe but my manual says no towing. I tow my bike on a HF trailer with no problems, might even tow 2 bikes on it down to Hocking Hills. Just load it evenly and you shouldn't have a problem. I can lift the tongue of mine with the bike loaded and move it around, thats how I know how much weight is on the tongue.

    And if your dealer ever questions why there is a trailer hitch, its for a "bike rack" :D

  23. Battery question

    in Tech and Tips

    Posted

    Anyone know where I could get just the little plug things that attaches to the battery? The one with either bare wire or eyelets on the end, not the clips. I want a second plug but dont want to buy a whole new battery tender.

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