ursusmajor Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 Hello All:I found this site from a post on another forum (rideohio.org) and thought I'd join. I'm up in Liberty Township about 25 miles north of Cincinnati. I've been riding for the last twenty years and have had a number of different bikes. At present, I have a 2009 Kawi ZX-6R (my track bike but it still sees some street action), a 2007 Aprilia Tuono (love it - best bike I've ever ridden) and a 2001 Triumph Speed Triple (soon to be for sale).I ride every weekend when the weather permits but I tend to avoid rain because I do like to ride the twisties and, even though you can still corner in the rain, I prefer not to take the chance. I ride with 5-6 guys regularly and we like to hit the 10/22 KY roads. I've probably ran this circuit 15-17 times this season. I do a couple of track days a year time permitting and rode Putnam this year. I have another one coming up on Oct 11. I'm not much of a stunter and this attitude tends to be reinforced the older I get -- must be turning into a coward as I age -- well, that or the blown fork seals on a prior bike. I ride AGATT. If the temp is going to be reasonable (55-70-ish), I'll ride in a one-piece. If hotter, I'll go with draggin jeans, leather or textile jacket, A* gloves and Sidi boots. In twenty years I've had 4 street wrecks with the most recent being earlier this year. I totaled a K8 GSXR-600 which was the track bike prior to the ZX-6R (bought with the insurance payout). Fortunately my gear completely protected me and I walked away with zero injuries -- not even a bruise the next day. I do all my own work (for better or worse) and, even though I'm definitely not a 'wrench', if someone can identify the problem for me, I'll usually take a stab at fixing it. If I get in over my head, I usually resort to forums or friends to get the repair done. I tend to upgrade my bikes focusing on the exhaust, suspension and brakes with the occasional cosmetic mod thrown in for good measure. That's the long and short of it and I'm happy to find this forum. Nice to meet ya all,--Drew Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJC1000rr Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 Welcome Drew! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Anderson Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strictly Street Posted August 30, 2009 Report Share Posted August 30, 2009 Greetings! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Likwid Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Welcome! you'll fit right in, I wear full leathers while driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giantxtc Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Sweet, welcome to the site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Welcome. That's a good in-depth intro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Welcome to the site. Youll fit in nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modern Synthetics Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Welcome to OR! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmagicglock Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 is your screen name a reference to the totally new and sweet third eye blind album? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viewfromthebackseat Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socaln8tv Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 (edited) Hi Drew. enjoyed reading your intro. street riding is new to me and i just got my endorsement. i learned on a yamaha virago about six months ago, but i admit, i love to hop the honda vtr1000 when im feeling lucky. i too enjoy cornering but am a very conservative rider at this point. ive been riding dirt most of my life, mostly offroad or out in the mojave, which i miss a good deal over the dirt trails out here in ohio. welcome to the board. i enjoy the site a good deal. Edited August 31, 2009 by socaln8tv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doomking Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Welcome !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 (edited) I agree w/ Matt, you seem like you'll fit in here.Until the first day you give bad advice, then we all negative rep the shit out of you. This will continue until you leave the site, or get a sense of humor and join the crowd.Case in point: http://www.ohio-riders.com/showthread.php?t=33338 Edited August 31, 2009 by JRMMiii Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hue jass Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Glad to have ya here! Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjachk08 Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CbrGirl Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 and enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Well done sir, and Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReconRat Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 is your screen name a reference to the totally new and sweet third eye blind album?heh, I thought he meant Big Bear... as in astronomy...and welcome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unc7237 Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e-flores Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 welcome!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 hi.just fyi jess likes girls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleCock Posted August 31, 2009 Report Share Posted August 31, 2009 nice intro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.