Moto-Brian

Why's that? I think that's super cool, man. You should be proud to own a motor like that. Might worry for track use as it will need service a little more than an SS motor, but overall, a great thing to own.

Adult EVS neck brace is still available...

Tentatively sold kids stuff to conn-e-rot ninja!!

Heard you got a Graves motor... Heard it must be an FX build as the ports were touched... Damn, dude... That's gonna be a fast one.

To Zorro, idiot. Did you bump your head today? Oh, yeah... you did.

Actually, my gas charged set up in my race bike is the same way. Compression on one fork and rebound in the other... Think of it this way - your forks are actually all one system. Like your swingarm on your Duc. It does the same thing a twin spar one does. They move together at the same time and go up and down in unison...

Yup, for example... I have a set of 1.00 in the right fork and .95s in the other. So, I get that .975 rate that I need. It's just that slight tweek that can make a difference...

Huh? You said "boobies"? Huh? What?

What?!?!? You stated I was being obnoxious in a post and I was defending my statement. Point out the hypocritical part, will ya? "it is what it is" ...Nice. Now it is a jab at me and I appreciate the stand up antics. Why did you even have to go that direction, man? The guys are right about you, dude... VW, you made a good choice and I am glad to see you getting it sorted. I think you'll be happy with what you have decided. Suspension is one of the BEST things you can have done to your bike and getting it right is what it is all about. Just a note, too. Remember, you can mix springs. You can take that 1.05 and 1.00 and put one in one fork and the other one in the other fork and get a 1.025 rate... Sorry the thread became a piss match between Yota and I. I'll see ya in April at Mid-Ohio. Look me up and say hi... Cheers.

Ok, list updated. I am heading to CBus today and can meet or whatever. I will take a handful of banners with me. The remaining Icon is being asked to be held by That Dude, so it is tentative.

tentatively sold!!!

Bump up. Anyone? Dirt season is almost here!

Not sure where it is obnoxious or mis-representing... You gotta quit reading with your heart and read with your mind, man. Nothing stated was out of line. Matt can do suspension work and has a good focus on Ohlins. But, again, he doesn't get the most up to date info that Rub gets. I guess that's what I was saying. Having the same tools and the same access to things like the shock dyno is great, but having first hand knowledge about things that will be down the road for most is another. It's simply an edge that Rub has and that's it. Tommy Hayden is a great racer, but Mladin has that little bit more. Again, choices are called choices for a reason and all I was saying at that time was that Rub is a little better choice and why. Fitzgerald can tell Reuben what to look for on that shock dyno, let's say on a certain TTX or similar Ohlins. Matt however, won't get that info unless he calls Mike or when that info gets out which is usually a track only type of info and when it does get to the techs out there, they are already using something different. Penske info? Traxxion and even Fitzgerald are the top choices for that info. Rub is always getting the info at the very minute it is available. He not only rides on the stuff (and Ohlins), but he works on the stuff and knows what works and what doesn't. For example. If something is spec'd out for a certain way, that's cool. But spec doesn't work for everyone. It's an average that works for most than being exact. And that's fine for entry level riders and such. BUT, to take that spec and mess around with it to TAILOR it more precise is something that most people don't do. That first hand knowledge and first hand info is what gets a guy just that little step further ahead in the things he does... Guys like Jensen and others are riding on prototype stuff that doesn't exist to the general public. It will, but not yet. If you are around that stuff and can get info that relates to things you can do on the stuff that IS available to make it better than "spec", that's an advantage. Again, Yota... There's not been any slinging towards Matt and there's not been any obnoxiousness. You are taking it too personal and I understand, but if you look with an open mind, you will see where I am coming from. The OP stated that he is sticking with Matt and stated good reasons. I understand his side and understand that he is comfortable with Matt and I think that is great. Return customers are what shops and owners need. This is an issue between you taking things personal and not seeing the reality. Now, if you suggest Matt to others and have solid reasons why, that's awesome! I will not argue that at all. You have solid reasonings and there are others that feel the same way and that's great, too. All I want to make sure that happens is that one, you state truths. Two, you keep it as neutral as you can and not let feelings guide your responses. You do that and we'll be fine.

Ok, I was going to let this slide, but ask Matt how long he has known Anita... Just ask that and report back. If it was before 1995, you win. If not, let's drop it, ok? Seriously... I know you are a Fan-boy of Matt and the comment about the fucking stickers is over the top. I helped Reuben and he's helped me. I support a guy who is supporting the sport and that has the knowledge and the know how. Matt works for you. That's cool. Matt also works for the OP and again, that's cool. Wanna get into a pissing contest? We can do that and muddy the water here. But, that wouldn't go well for you if we did and I am not about to go there. Just drop it, cool? Jesus. He never told you he'd support you racing? He never gave you deals on things at all? You seriously drive 3 plus hours one way and haul bikes for him and hang at the shop "helping out" and you get simply a pat on the back? The guy that has to scrape up money to do track days and you spend how much in fuel just to drive to Indy and hang out? Really? I get free stickers from Reuben. I helped with the logo. His idea, I just tweaked it. The help Rub gives me is being a friend and a sound board. I have had him doing stuff for me for a while, but we have known each other through racing - not because I hang out with him to get a deal. Ask him outside suspension service, how much stuff I have had him do. It's a REALLY short list. Now, have I seen his work? Have I ridden his work? Have I seen his results in teams and riders at the fucking National level? Yes. Does he have some seriously great race contacts that I KNOW Matt doesn't have? Yes. It's like a guy that tunes for Yosh and a guy who tunes for a Suzuki dealer. Both know their shit, but one guy knows his shit... Get it? Ask Matt to do a Supersport build on an in-line and you won't get the same knowledge as the guys that do it regularly. Ask Rub to do a twin and it's the same thing... Matt's great at twin work and especially Ducs. That's great. Oh, and don't take my word for it. Ask around the WERA National and AMA paddocks. Maybe ask a few AMA Factory team guys even, about Rub. Ask them about Matt. I'm a fan of Rub's for sure. We're friends with a common bond and have known each other a long time. No coat tails here, but I will say that I am glad he is on his own and he is succeeding. Good things happen to good people and it is cool to see it occur. Matt's a seemingly good guy, too. Again, as I fucking stated a number of times... go where you want and where it feels right to you. That's why there are so many choices. But, don't talk out the side of your mouth if you don't know the whole scoop. I am sure you are on the phone with Matt asking questions and getting the "scoop", but I can tell you it is more than what you are being told and there's more than you know even though you feel you know it all... Honestly, Yota, I hope that this doesn't kill it when we meet again. I understand your side, but please understand mine. I am not going to sit here and let you sling shit when it is not substantiated with the right info. I haven't slung mud at Matt about anything. Not once and I haven't told people to NOT go there. He does good work. My suggesting Rub is based on what a LOT of others will say and the experience he has is undeniable. We're talking race prep or track prep work here, by the way...

Might be the case. As I stated, Reuben met the guy last year... I know you are a fan of Matt's and I understand why you are so defensive, but look beyond the suspension dyno guy thing... I acknowledged you MIGHT be right and I know you hang around Matt a lot and do things for him for him helping you out in return... It's all good. Like I stated, there are good guys out there and there are better guys... Nothing wrong with the good guys at all. Not a thing.

Dude, I have tools, too. Being certified is cool, but being at the track with guys like Fitzpatrick and Stokes and others that are part of the race division sets Reuben a bit apart from others. I understand Matt does a good job, but there's also some people that do even better. Or, have better access to the most current info available... Again, nowhere did I say Matt was bad or anything... For example, the stuff that Fitzpatrick has is stuff that is in prototype stage and at the WERA and AMA NATIONAL level - not the regional level like Flis and Book does. Not taking away anything from them, but they aren't Robert Jensen, Tray Batey, Opie Caylor, Taylor Knapp, etc... Again, never said he sucked or was a bad choice. In this world, you have choices. Some better than others. Simple. I'd suggest someone to Matt for any Duc work for sure and even racing Duc stuff... That's cool... Rub's been racing for a lot longer, though... As far as championships, I understand sponsoring racers. I also understand the difference between guys like mentioned above and the two guys you mentioned. Again, that's great to support riders and use them as test beds for things. On a final note, I am NOT bashing Matt whatsoever. Not at all. However, understand that there are good engine builders that work at a lot of shops and there are engine builders that build stuff for people like Yosh. There are those guys that are good engineers and there are those guys that are engineers that are courted by NASA... It takes all levels and it is never "take it here because the other guy sucks". It's a deal in this case that a guy with a race bike wants to get it sorted. There's two choices. A good one... and a better one... Both will net good results. It's just all that you want out of it. I also know you and Matt are buddies. Not like Reuben and I are buddies, but probably close. I also understand he supports a lot of Duc guys and that's his specialty. But, try and keep personal feelings from clouding what you are saying. In-line guys? Twin guys? Guys that are "certified" or guys that are also certified, but are at the Nationals minimum 12 plus weekends a year... Also those guys that race at a level that is well beyond what names you mentioned and can take that level and relate it in an effort to solve issues that are common with track riding and especially, racing. Matt's a fine choice for the OP and certainly a choice you prefer. That's totally cool... The one Reuben uses is different then... Unless Matt uses the one Reuben found last year... I think you might have it in reverse, but that's not the point. It's good that Matt is using a shock dyno... That's something that SHOULD be used.

Won't know until we get there, but we are all in the same area so, come by and say hello. See ya in a few weeks!

See ya at Mid-Ohio. Will be instructing both days. Come over and say "hi". As usual, the #10 race prepped GSXR... Black and white this year...

Again, not bashing Matt, but rather supporting Reuben... Difference is that Reuben has actual PROFESSIONAL racing experience and has been around race quality prep work for years. He knows more than stock Ohlins that come on bikes and has info as to how to actually custom build a fork and shock for EACH rider and not simply install a kit and slap it on and get it fixed. Tuning at the track? Well, again, after the years of knowing a lot of people like Yosh Techs, Kawasaki Factory racing techs, Suzuki techs, etc., he has grown up around this stuff for years. He can take you to AMA Pro Level work or get you sorted for your track day needs. That translates into great quality work for both street and track. Matt is good to the inner circle of people he has done work for. At teh track, ask around and most won't know who he is. That's the indicator. Still probably does great work and it is probably done right. BUT, if you want those same things, but deeper knowledge and a better understanding of what works and why, call 35 Motorsports...

Basically, I think if you use your stands periodically, you can get away with the cheaper ones. However, if you rely on them as often as we do, good stands are a must. Pitbull, Vortex, and even Powerstands even though they are really rip offs... But in the end, get something good as it will last forever. You also won't have to worry about it failing and that $40 stand causing $1k of damage to your bike over an oil change...

Too soon. LEDs are intended for accomplished Intermediate riders and Advanced riders... Enjoy a three group dau first in Intermediate and get your senses worked out. Once you get proficiany in I, you'll be ready.

Best thing you could do. Why just looking, though. Why not "doing"? Probably one of the best R6 guys (newest generation) out there. Of course, it doesn't hurt that the R6 is over 90% of the racing grids out there...

For an 04, that's pretty much the norm tuned in getting 100 or so... Could be more, but average. Your numbers are more around what years you own like 06-08 ish... Stock.

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Nope. Unless you like to talk in a high pitched voice and happy with your eyes constantly watering... You;d be more like a 54 as you sound similar dimensions as what I am...