Pauly

Lol.. I have no issue swapping with you. For about 5 miles.

I wish I could tell you for certain, but I will assume total closing of the throttle.. but it really didn't matter. I wasn't sliding on rain or sand. I was on an ice rink at 50 mph... on two wheels. The bike was essentially trying to highside my dumb ass, but I used to be a cowboy in a former life. I really do think the low cg of the bike is what kept me upright. That and knowing full well the worst thing I could do was touch either brake. I did the right stuff, but a different bike may have resulted in a different outcome. One very big difference between dirt riders and street riders is the cg of the motorcycle and rider, as a whole. Street riders rarely stand, but doing so actually lowers your body weight from saddle to pegs. 200lbs 3' off the ground is considerably less stable than 1' off the ground... especially on a slippery surface. A lot of videos I see of these giant BMWs off road really grind away about standing on the pegs. The bike is already balanced incredibly well. Standing helps keep that cg low. The rider aids just make it that much easier, supposedly. I have yet to really tackle anything gnarly enough to require electronics.. but the hill hold gizmo was nice to have. I was able to relax and assess the terrain before making a very wobbly transition from dirt to pavement. The bike is smarter than other bikes I have ridden. You two should ride it this season. I want to ride the Goldwing down 800 and see how the other half live.

Bullshit, asshole! No one likes the tuna here!

Yeah, I basically did nothing except try to do nothing. I did have time to think "I JUST bought this damn bike..." as I was fishtailing towards an 18-wheeler.

You would think so, but I looked at the software once I got home and neither the ABS or traction control were triggered during the ice capades. My phone logs ride data from the bike's computer and it only showed ABS activation during an emergency stop in SugarCreek.

I took my bike out when it was in the upper 30s about a month or two ago. The ride was awesome, except for one 20' section of 62 that was "wet" and in the shade. Let's just say it wasn't as wet as it was water in solid form. I have no idea how I stayed upright, but that ride turned on me. It started out awesome and then I realized it was just a dumb idea. I got lucky and I learned some things.

"For whatsoever a man seweth, that shall he also reap." -Steve, from Blues Clues.

I do believe the answer to market oversaturation of college graduates is free college for everyone.

Welcome.

@Tpoppa

The Hyper and the Whale are both tucked away until spring. The work truck is the only bike on the ready.. and you aren't man enough.

On my way to Dallas. You just missed me.

My clubs and bag cost $20. Picked them up in a yard sale. Grandpa also gave me some of his old clubs. I have more money invested in flat caps than I do clubs.

My brothers golf. I took it up as a way to spend more time with them. I am not particularly good at it, but they don't motorcycle. It is what it is. BMW 4 LYFE

You know me. I just can't get enough cock and golf.

Ok. Going golfing, instead. Fuck you guys.

How many monies? I wear a medium.

Who's down? Post up.

Akron Fulton Airport. I guess around lunch time and until you get bored. Counted.

Boy, are you gonna be sorry you put this online. I appreciate that more than you'll wish you knew. I will be in touch.

I am freshly-hatched newb strudel on a bike outside my skillset, but I am down to learn and develop that skillset.

The GS will be better off-road than I am. I have been thinking about doing the TransOhioTrail this (or next) season. I want to use up these Anakee 3 stockers before I go knobby. I also considered doing the TOT on the Hyper..

I am genuinely happy that you are happy with the bike. I just expected more from it than it was designed to offer. It really is a fun, fast and nimble machine. I am just a spoiled old man that needs more creature comforts. I am glad it will be enjoyed. Please respect that engine. The front end takes flight at 10k rpm when you are running wide open. Speed safe, kid.

Sort of on-topic... I ordered a set of EarPeace plugs a few weeks ago. I have been using them primarily for louder work sites and they are pretty good for noise control and they are comfortable. I do not use buds, anymore. My helmet has Sena built into it and I can charge while I ride if necessary. The speakers could be a little louder, but the Voyager and GS have quiet cockpits. I can hear Waze just fine. I just wanted some more clarity in my tunes. I am hoping the way these plugs let lower decibels through means I can turn down the speakers and get a little better sound, but it is never warm when I am home. Gonna hafta wait until spring. https://www.earpeace.com/