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http://www.sportrider.com/tech/146_weights_measurements/index10.html they list the wet weight at 423. Unfortunately since people started making a big deal about lightweight bikes manufacturers started stretching the definition of "dry weight", which pretty much has no credit with me whatsoever. You can't ride a "dry" bike. What makes it worse is that not all brands have the same definition for "dry weight" either, most include the bike without ALL fluids including coolant and brake fluid, but some also take the battery out!! I find that sportrider is consistent with their weight testing and I trust them, I also find that wet weights are a more consistent way to truly judge a bike.

I haven't been able to ride my KLX very much lately and have breifly considered selling it even though I have an absolute rip whenever I ride it. 2005 Kawasaki KLX110 - green if you've never seen one the good: pro taper big bars (silver with black grips) big pegs in stock location so you can keep the kickstand tall seat drilled airbox manual clutch conversion - this is the Magura clutch from twobros which is much better than the alternatives BBR springs in the forks, and BBR shock spring Michelin pilot scooter tires (12" rear, 14" front) on stock rims (they're heavy but stick like glue on the pavement) The bad-ish: will need some dirt tires if you plan on doing much serious off-road with it could use new front brake shoes stock plastics stock pipe (wanted to keep it quiet for the riding I do) needs a new gas cap all in all, great fun, but I'm going to be occupied with many other things this summer. The construction around our condo does look very tempting though! I think that $1300 as it sits is a fair price.

I'm obviously partial, but the 636 is a great bike. I decided against getting a new bike this year, since the 636 is perfect for what I use it for. Plus, it's taken 4 model years for 600s to come back down to the weight of my 03, the whole underseat exhaust phase put on some serious weight. For reference 03' 636 - 418lbs (wet) only 07 lighter is the 07 CBR600RR - 412lbs (wet) I also lost the additional 6 pounds with an exhaust already. My bike put 112hp to the wheel with a pipe/filter/PCIII, which is still above the current 600s.

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I do believe that's the gentleman who built Cavin's supra, and he's referring to his new p-car toy.

SOLD! Thanks.

615s FTL today in the SNOW!!! It was definately an interesting day.

Just do us a favor and don't take your track tires there to get installed!!! He doesn't like it when they take 3 people to put them on the rim...and we don't want you ruining it for the rest of us. j/k Derek. I swear I'll take some nice easy work down there soon.

do I hear some resentment in your voice? HAHA. Michael's out right now and won't be back till this summer when his leg is healed up. I try to not turn my feelings on local dealerships into an "IPS" thread if you will, but I did work locally in the industry for 5 years so if you'd like my opinion, feel free to PM me about it. I will tell you that if you are just looking for the best outright price, look at Honda East in Toledo as was suggested as well as All Seasons in Wooster. If you're looking for a fair deal and to be treated well, Northwest has a very good reputation and history. Honda Marysville is a Honda powerhouse dealer so they only deal in Honda product for new vehicles, they may have a used GSXR which you can find out by giving them a call. If you're looking used, check out http://www.cycletrader.com for possible buys as well as a good idea of market value for when you visit dealers to buy a used bike. MOST IMPORTANT is to take your time and do not let anyone pressure you into buying a bike before you're ready, because buyer's remorse sucks, and no matter what people tell you, when you ride that bike off the lot, it's legally yours (you can loophole that buy trailering it home, but that's another conversation all together, and you still can't ride it)...woah off subject, sorry. Hope that helps

http://www.ronayers.com/fiche/300_0259/carburetor/carburetor.cfm?man=su&groupid=9680&parent=9640 It looks like Suzuki does not offer a "rebuild" kit like Honda, so you'll have to source the needed parts individually. Generally you would look to replace any rubber pieces such as orings, although it isn't always needed. You're going to have to take your carbs apart (one at a time like John said) and see what condition things are in. You will very likely only need to replace minimal wear parts such as the float valve (#43 which comes with a new float on that fiche) and just clean the gunk out of the inside of the carb and jets. Patience is your friend here as well as a very large and very clean work area that will not be disrupted by anything else while you're working. You can find aftermarket service manuals such as a Clymer for around $30-60 depending on the model, but if you plan on working on your bike often, it may be worth the extra cash to get a factory service manual as they're much more complete.

919 is a great bike, that unfortunately didn't ever really find its market in the US (especially Ohio). This can be good though if you're looking for a good deal on one. Used ones shouldn't cost that much now, and the bike has not undergone any major revisions other than color over the years. They use the old CBR900RR motor that is fuel injected and tuned for more midrange. it's also a great bike for commuting or putting on some serious miles without giving up all of your sporty-ness. I still like the speed triple style more, but that's up to you to decide. Ultimately the speed triple has more character, but the honda should be a little easier on the wallet. Plus, I don't know any Triumph dealers in town that I'd trust with maintenance if you can't do it yourself.

which to do first is tough, but you definately want to have an idea of how you're going to get financing. You don't want to approach the owner and tell him you're interested then have him wait forever for you to get the money. You also don't want to line up the money only to have the owner tell you he's not interested in selling. You are this far along so I'm assuming you realize that you're not going to be able to walk into a bank and get a loan for it. Depending on the amount you'll need and the type of business you may be able to get into an SBA loan program or find an angel investor or two. As for the value of the business, it will greatly depend on how long the business has been around, how established it is, the nature of the business, and what if any assets you will buy with it. Newer companies will be tough to determine on earnings alone since they're generally not fully developed yet.

what's with his email? scam-art-1st? free bump for you, but unfortunately he may have a hard time selling it for that. If he's not dying to get out of it, just tell him to be patient and he'll find someone who's willing to pay for it. http://www.cycletrader.com for him as well.

same last name it seems

he's saying they even ripped off the name for the bike...it's just Katana-r spelled backwards.

I'm 99% sure that you cannot make a quad street legal in Ohio, some states it is possible which is where all of the rumors start. With the 4 stroke race quads you will want to stay on top of the valve adjustments. Check your owners manual for specific intervals, but a lot of the 4-stroke motocross bikes require valve adjustments every 10 hrs of use. THESE ARE VERY IMPORTANT!

you...my friend...are referring to the beautiful movie entitled "The Dirtbike Kid"...haven't seen it in years, but I do think of it every time I lay eyes on something with bug-eyed headlights. As for the speed triple, they're great bikes, especially as street bikes. They have plenty of power (for most riders and situations), are very comfortable for a sport bike, and sound great. Put a pipe on one and it's like half a p-car running around town. I would own one if I didn't do track days (road course for reference sake) on mine, or could afford a second street bike.

ultimately true, but in the end it still upsets me because it gives myself and my sport bike riding friends a bad name. Plus, then he just adds to the crash statistics that make my insurance go up. Matter of fact, Joe, next time you see him, wait till he gets off his bike and then run him over...it'll save us all a bunch of time and worry.

http://www.cycletrader.com this would be a good start. PM me if you would like my opinion of which dealers to look at around town if you're more comfortable buying from a dealer.

and this will be his demise...and the hike in my insurance rates. I will try to remain off of my soapbox, but for someone who is obviously not an experienced rider not wearing a helmet will at best end up with them being injured for life in some manner.

if I remember correctly his neighbor just ratted him out by identifying the bike, he didn't actually tell him what happened. The neighbor was already pissed at him for practicing stunts in the apartment complex anyway.

too sticky? don't last long enough? I guess I could see that...they'd make a hell of a cloud of smoke though.

I have a set of Michelin Pilot H2s (DOT race) that I will no longer use. I'll have to go double check the sizes but off the top of my head they should be 120/70-17 up front and 180/55 rear. They have approximately 10 heat cycles in them. They have plenty of tread left, but I wouldn't use them for a track day unless you have specific experience with these tires at this point of use. Know anybody who will give me $50 for them? Probably good for you stunters out there.

ahhh...to be young enough to think riding you stunt-bike R6 with no tags and headlights at night was a good idea....those were the days weren't they?

Thanks for clearing that up, I wasn't sure, but I know they do just about everything eles, and do great work.