Helmutt

Damn, Bubba.  Glad to hear you're not physically worse off.  Fuckin swear, some cagers.  The inattentive, skill-free, phone-fried brains we have to watch out for anymore...sickening.  

Side note, I was strongly considering the RS myself a few years back before I settled into a used SprintGT.  But I've since left the sport tour realm and traded into a Duke 890 that is just a superb blend of everything light, nimble, comfortable, lots of gadgets, it's power to weight is really fun, and priced nicely for everything you get.

7 hours ago, NinjaDoc said:

Looks like a good day, no rain forecast   

What happened to all the usual big ride OGs Hopefully you guys can make it, I see few of you guys are out of town for good reasons . ( @B-Mac 👍🏽 @Muckles 👍🏽 Tonik👎🏽) what about the usual life of party suspects? @Uncle Punk  @MidgetTodd @Helmutt @snot @DerekClouser @whaler @Shoop  @ricer1  missing many more multi time participants. 
 

looking back all these years, many we came to meet during these OR rides and became life long friends are no longer with us  😞 such is life.  Going to miss these guys forever. We never know when we going to get a chance again, So if there is any chance of making it happen just come by at least to the meet spot say hi and split off 👍🏽 

Sorry Doc, been out of the loop for some time now.  My niece is visiting Saturday so wife & I are out.  I'm not racing this season but Derek is so he wont make it either.  

Wife and I started with the Sena 20S and had good results.  We've since upgraded to the 30K and found the audio has improved ( especially with the new mesh technology ) but ours are primarily used for communication and BT GPS direction with my phone or Zumo.   I cant say anything good or bad about the Cardo, since I've no experience with them....but their systems seem to be just as popular as the Sena's.   If you're partial to Sena, you could always upgrade to the 20S since you dont use the intercom features much, as the 30K's primary upgrade from the 20S was communication based.

I agree that the naked bikes would be ideal...if not just for the initial price of the bike and cheaper repair costs since they're inevitably dropped.   If liquid cooling plays a role in the decision process, there's measures to take to help with overheating ( coolant alternatives/additives like engine ice, water wetter, etc  - maybe jumping the fan circuits so they run continuously? ).   And honestly, no matter what bikes are used.....crash protection ( frame and axle sliders/bar ends ) would be a wise investment to alleviate damage, save on repair costs, and improve resale value later?   

China bikes and the like are probably top of the list for something like this since the value on Japanese bikes is pricier.   Personally cant attest to the quality of them, but overseas they seem to flourish ( probably because they're a cheaper investment ).

Finding a local dealer willing and able to play along may prove to be tougher since there's less of them involved with the non-jap/boutique brands....but may be worth looking into?

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On 5/1/2020 at 8:31 PM, Muckles said:

I stumbled upon the forum here and figured I come check it out. I grew up like a lot of other people riding dirt bikes. I had a YZF600R back in the mid to late 90s. I don't know how many times I had my motorcycle temps, but for some reason or another I never got my endorsement until 2018. Life got in the way and I ended up being out of Motorcycles for a good 15 years at least, but the addiction that laid dormant has come back strong. Shortly after I got my endorsement I went and bought a 2018 Yamaha MT09 in September of that year. I have since put on about 9,500 miles. I love to carve the twisties and like to put on the miles. Looking forward to meeting some like minded folks with whom I can share joy of the ride.

Welcome!

5 minutes ago, durk said:

I think I almost did the same thing at the first Epic ride I came to. I had never actually even rode in a group so I figured I’d start off in the medium group. When I arrived there were like 20 guys in medium and only @Helmutt to lead. I started looking around to find a smaller group and I spotted a smaller group with a VFR (pretty sure it was Tpoppa). I said I can go with this group, but the looks I got from that group and others told me to just stay in the large group. Definitely a good thing I did. No way I would have kept pace with them. 

Ah, the good ol days.  I remember that particular ride @durk.  When I first started leading group rides I was getting the biggest bite of the entire group since it was the most common pace.  Couple of those Epic Rides in taught us to keep group size down to 10 between me and my sweep.  Much easier to manage, and less of a hassle to turn 10 riders around when I'd blow past a route change LOL.

Please PM me a price for a 2011 Triumph Sprint GT and a 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 300

1 hour ago, NinjaDoc said:

 

@snot @Helmutt i forgot to tell you guys, i am not that active in FB but one day saw pics of you guys ripping apart the cross fit thing. Now i realize why you guys not active here and not riding much, good for you guys. I felt inspired and went and joined a local gym lol  Now when ever i am going through insomnia and not sleeping at 3 am i go straight there and have the gym all to myself haha . Yes i know i am at the pinnacle of stupid choices and unhealthy lifestyle after 16 yrs of medical education 

Good to hear.  No matter the reason for the inspiration, just matters that you're inspired to be healthier buddy.  Took me a long time to finally get on board full time, but it's paying off.  Racing with OMRL drove me to begin my regiment, and it's stuck for 2 years now...so far so good, but it does eat up about 12 hours or more each week.  Between that, work, and chores, I dont have nearly the internet time I used to...especially since working out puts me to bed at an earlier hour.  Keep it up brother, get fit 👍

Jim, good to hear you've got through it all ok.   I definitely need to get to my doc about some recent concerns, and some other not so recent issues finally dealt with.   Never thought I'd say this to another man, but....your testicle has given me inspiration?

2 hours ago, tall_tracy said:

That shelf cloud was amazing - the storm that followed, not so much...

It was good to see you this weekend @snot

Good to see you made it out too, sorry we didn't get to hang much - practice day was obviously a rain out, and race day was crazy busy as usual

Diet change since January got me off the plateau.  Weighed in at 238 this morning putting me exactly 70 pounds down.  Stronger than ever, and keep getting better.  Keep up the good work everyone 💪

I'm watching intently, thinking that Tomac and Roczen would be the pair to beat....but Cooper Webb is playing spoiler, taking advantage of Roger's expertise and doing pretty well.

Ahhhh, Kenworthy's.  Miss the old days at the Pro Ams.  My Dad actually talked me into racing C class amateur back in 1987 and got to hang out with Ricky Johnson a lot that weekend.  Worst racing experience of my life LOL, but one of the most enjoyable weekends of my life too.  That was a fun track.

@NinjaDoc, will be a stretch getting to the Gap by the 9th.  Jen and I planned to be there late on the 10th-14th.  We're likely going to move around to a couple different rv campgrounds with the new toy hauler to take in some areas we've never ridden before.  New type of adventure for us this year

Pm sent on the EU3000 gen

3 hours ago, what said:

Yep. I plan to do high protein low carb for a while, or at least until I'm horribly sick of eggs. Then I may transition to tuna and then ???

We've been paleo for a year now, but needed to change it up.  Was getting sick of eating red meat almost everyday, so we're doing a lot more fish/chicken now.  My weight has plateaued again the last couple months, so I'm swinging in more veggies and less meat - which might deem a need for some sort of low cal protein supplement if it affects my stamina too much.  

You still planning to try out the Cross training?  I'm a firm believer, but it can be gruelling sometimes.  

16 minutes ago, what said:

@JustinNck1 I wouldn't recognize you if I saw you man. 

 

I'm down closing in on 20lbs since thanksgiving. Just got my new race suit this week and the lack of fit has been great motivation to drop another 60lbs or more by May. 

Good start man!  Stick with it, we'll all be faster racing next season!

We planned to go with the Gatorskins, but without any prior experience with them I just wanted to make sure we're not setting ourselves up for failure.   Just wanted input from those who've run them before and get some real world feedback about them or similar brands

Wife and I have worn out our OEM tires and we're looking for something similar to Conti Gatorskins ( some puncture resistance ) since our city bike path tends to offer random glass shards from local, ill-behaved, non-cycling fucks.   Any insight on these tires, or other brands/models that you cyclists are liking better?   I'd like to stick with OEM width.  Nothing too soft since we rarely ride in the rain, want some longevity, and only asphalt path rides. 

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2006 KTM 625SMC & 2009 Kawasaki KLX250SF. 
NO TRADES.
Prefer to sell as a pair, but will seperate. 
$6500 firm for both bikes.

Local pickup only
Can either PM me, or message me at 9Three7-Four17-78eleven

2006 KTM 625SMC. 
Clean title in hand.  11,232 miles.  Runs amazing!  Meticulously maintained.  Bought 3 years ago with 10k miles on it, so I've ridden it less than 400mi/year.  Oil and filters changed with new air filter every season.

Bike is currently safety wired with catch cans installed to pass tech for OMRL ( OhioMiniRoadracingLeague ).  Raced some supermoto rounds with OMRL ( all cart track asphalt, no dirt sections ), but I'm a slow guy so it was never beat on or crashed.
The only blemishes are some scuffs across the rear fender from my leathers getting on/off the bike, and a battery leak last year stripped a little of the finish ( pictured ) from the swingarm ( since replaced with a proper AGM battery ).   Other than that, in excellent condition for an '06.
I did not cut any wiring or plastics when I race prepped it, so it's a simple plug-n-play to put back to street legal form and comes with all lamps ( and then some ) to do so. 

Mods done by the PO are...
*KTM Hardparts racing front rotor
*Gutted stock exhaust system
*JD jet kit
*LED rear turn signal mod ( tail tidy )
*690SMC OEM Handguards

Mods I've done...
*R&G axle sliders front and rear
*Muffler sliders
*SXC front number plate

Bike has a fresh 160/60-17 ContiAttackSM rear tire mounted, a 120/70-17 Dunlop Q2 front with some life still in it, but also comes with a brand new 120/70-17 ContiAttackSM front tire.

Includes quite a few spares...
*OEM SMC headlamp
*OEM SXC headlamp
*690SMC headlamp ( modded to fit this bike )
*OEM KTM stock front rotor
*Spare new sets of EBC HH sintered brakepads ( not pictured )
*RaceTech rear shock spring ( currently installed - 250lb rider )
*OEM KTM rear shock spring ( not pictured )
*Spare OEM KTM nylon fork spacers
*Spare water pump rebuild kit
*Rear passenger pegs w/brackets
*OEM KTM kickstand ( not pictured )
*Spare KTM OEM coil ( not pictured )
*Original KTM Owners briefcase kit with manuals ( not pictured )

**Bike stand and wheel chock pictured are NOT included with sale**

$4750 OBO if sold seperately from the KLX

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2009 Kawasaki KLX250SF

Clean title in hand.  5717 miles.  Runs great.  Wife has hardly ridden it since buying 3 years ago, less than 400mi/year.  Oil and filter change every year, no matter the mileage. A few scuffs on the right side from a slow tip over, but overall in really good condition.

I lowered the bike 2" and shaved the seat, so this will easily fit short riders @ 5ft tall.   Bike also comes with a Seat Concepts gel gripper seat.

Mods are...
*FMF Powercore slip on ( done by PO )
*LED tail lamp, integrated ( done by PO )
*Devol rear lowering links
*Shaved stock seat
*New chain/sprockets 2017
*New Pirelli Diablo Corsa2 tires 2017
*MSR low bend handlebars
 

$2750 OBO if sold seperately from the KTM

Welcome fellow Trumpeteer!

Wife is selling her beloved, LIKE NEW, early 2000s, Joe Rocket, Nicky Hayden Ltd Edition riding jacket.  
Size 40.  
3/4 waist pant zipper.  Elbow, back, and shoulder padded.
Rare silver/black version of this edition - very hard to find.
She's only ridden in it a couple of times and always cleaned/conditioned it with Luxol leather care products after every ride.  
$150 shipped