Zorro

At purchase time, the confidence I had in my ability to work on bike was not all that good. Plus, it seemed like a good deal too. I don't wanna wrench on my bike if I don't have to. These bikes go fast...and I don't wanna screw something up that cause me to wreck. These mechanics are supposed to be qualified. Plus, I don't wanna rely on friends to do this work. If they screw it up, I'll have to pay to fix it...and then I'll lose a friend.

Typically, I'm in support of Hinds. Unfortunately, my opinion may be changing. First a little background... When I bought my R1, they offered a pre-paid service package. The sucker that I am, fell for it. It basically covers all maintenance for 40k miles. This is transferable too. Every 4k miles, I can take it to them, and they'll perform all required maintenance that Yamaha recommends. A couple of weeks ago, I noticed that my front brakes were squeaking and probably needed replaced. My bike had 19.5k miles on it. So, I figured I'd just get the 20k maintenance done a little early, plus get the front brake pads replaced. I dropped it off on a Wednesday. I called on the following Tuesday since I didn't hear from them. They told me their mechanic was out sick and it would be ready the next day. I called the next day, and like they said, it was ready. When I picked it up, I noticed the side panels that wrap around the gas tank weren't installed properly. I pointed this out to the younger guy working the counter. He apologized and fixed it. No big deal. I drove it home and parked it. I took it to QSL this week. When I parked, to my surprise, the inside front fairing was about to fall off! Turns out, 5 of the 6 push pins were missing! WTF. This is the easiest part of the maintenance! I called Hinds immediately and they told me to bring it in and they'd fix it. I understand people make mistakes...but I'm nervous that there could be more mistakes that I haven't discovered. Thoughts?

That's funny. Lizard had nothing to do with my A sticker. Nick from the Buell promotion had something to do with it. His "but" was much nicer than Lizard's flat ass. Lizard is Mr. 6 O'clock. Straight up and down, no frills, no thrills.

LOL. I'd love to know what those other reasons are!!! Fire away!

All you need now is a baseball card in between the spokes, a basket on the front, and some tassels on the bar ends.

I do too!

what's that all about?

Well, I'll take your word for it...and it's a really good job then if it was just primer.

very nice...looks even better in person. Keep that bike looking nice! Do you have "before" pics? Tough to rate the job...

Our own Campus Racer is on the main page under "Fast Trax" http://www.pbase.com/ray645/beaverun_2009

Thanks for the offer. I have stands. I have engine ice for the coolant. I just dont have a hole in my drain plug for safety wire. As for the being high...I'm used to STT's requirements...which are a little more relaxed when it comes to safety wiring. as a steelers fan, I can appreciate that! I don't hate the browns...I hate Ravens and Bungles more. It's all in fun.

F it, it will prolly rain.

Seems like their bike requirements are high... Lizard, would silicone suffice?

You can get a free race license with this. http://www.apex2apex.net/index.php/WERA/WERA-Race-License.html

Cleveland Browns Honda in Pittsburgh? Good luck! I have a Pittsburgh Steelers Yamaha...I should play hookie and sign up for this. Hmmm.

it's only a problem for chics who sign up. Some tool will give her positive rep cause she posted a lame photo of herself in a tank top.

Looks like you need to void this poll and start another with 3 options. I say changed it to Positive Rep Points only and log the givers name. That will promote friendship

just do away with negative reps. can't we all just get along?

True...but a shirt would just remind everyone what they already know!

I did.

No. We didn't go out at the same time.

...and biggest p*ssy award for running two laps and going home.

Yeah, sitting in your truck makes it sooo much more enjoyable.

Now that I think about it...Lizard was there to WATCH. So he wasn't riding and he didn't bring cornhole boards. Hmmmm.

At least you can play cornhole in the rain and it not cost you $150.