JustinNck1

Just posted a thread about it.

So today, I got to take a 2017 Motus MST for a demo ride at the MSTA Rally in Marietta. I went with just myself and a control rider for a 25 mile or so loop, up 77 for a couple miles then through the hills and over to the fresh pavement on 26. For a $30k+ motorcycle, it leaves a lot to be refined. The throttle is very twitchy down in lower rpms, even the sales guy said they are working on a new throttle map for the bike, due to many complaints about the abruptness of the throttle. The seating position is very good (and I can sit flat footed on it with my knees bent. I tip toe the FJR), wind protection sucks. The power down low is kinda dull, but then get up to 5k rpms and your face melts off (Much like getting up on the pipe on a 2 stroke). IMO, if I am paying $30k+ for a bike, I want ABS, traction control, and wheelie control (It comes up easy). The suspension is probably the best I've ever felt (Ohlins of course). The brembos were good, I didn't wanna test them too much with an unfamiliar bike, no ABS, and a clause that clearly stated if I broke it, I bought it. 5th and 6th gear are both overdrive, so on twisties, the bike is always a 2nd or 3rd gear to be in the power. The cruise control is weird to set, since it uses the starter button. No way to advance or resume cruise without completely cancelling it and resetting. Absolutely could not get the bike to go into neutral while running, even the sales guy was like "Just turn it off and it will go into neutral". The TFT dash is awesome, but it is very low and hard to read, but I could see getting used to it. But it's all about the motor. It just makes you wanna rip the shit out of it every straightaway though. It sounds amazing with the Akrapovic system. It does have some vibration in the bars are expected, it ain't no inline 4. It's a fun bike, but no replacement for my idea of a sport touring bike. I know I am being critical of the bike, but it's double the price of the Sport Touring Competition. I mean hell, I know I am picky, but who makes a specifically designed Sport Tourer and makes it chain drive?! It was a great experience, and I'm glad I did it. If anyone wants to try it themselves, the dealer is called "CCM of Northern Kentucky" They are just below Cincinnati and offer demo rides for all their bikes apparently.

Guess who is getting to ride a Motus today?

I am using the Aerostich for most all riding right now. If I'm going just up the road to grab some lunch or something, I'll take my Rev'it Jacket. The biggest hurdle with the one piece is finding a place to store it when off the bike, I am working on some different options right now. For commuting though, the stich is hard to beat. In and out in 30 seconds and hang it on the coat rack in my office, no worrying about carrying a rain suit anymore either.

Yeah, I am not yet a member. Gonna sign up tonight and figure out what routes people are doing tomorrow and find a group that will let me tag along.

I'll be there tonight at 6pm.

Rode to work this morning in the 50s. I'm not ready for this cool weather stuff.

So the Epic Fall ride is now renamed to the ROAR? I like it. Makes it easier to differentiate between the spring and fall rides.

I call it my "Exit Strategy". If I see someone approaching at a high rate of speed, I want a way out to avoid it.

You just worry about riding yours without side swiping cars.

They're not for everyone. Also a big difference between a Gen1 and Gen3.

I know that feeling. It's great to find a bike you truly don't see a viable replacement. I'd like to own more bikes, but I feel the same way about my FJR.

THIS. The sad part is people don't think logically and then get themselves into bad situations.

As far as basic bike handling skills go, I think it's hard to beat starting on a dirt bike offroad. I rode quads and dirt bikes in my early teens which made transition to street bike easier. This doesn't train you for dealing with traffic though.

I always thought it was "Buy More Warranty"

Welcome!

It also make a mighty fine backrest.

Decided to test fit my dry bag on the FJR. Looks like it will work just fine. Now if I ever decide to get camping gear...

Or you can watch it on VaporVue via Amazon with a $4.99 subscription, which has a 7 day free trial.

It's an ok movie. It wasn't as good a Long Way Round or Race to Dakar, but was alright.

It was a DVD gift that came with my Aerostich.

Anyone ever watch the movie "Mondo Sahara"? Not a bad movie about adventure motorcycling.

I've heard of this happening from several sources but never seen one first hand. It would be nice to know what is causing it to split. I would suspect overtightening. I'll stick with my overpriced Yamaha filter though.