tall_tracy Posted July 16, 2020 Report Share Posted July 16, 2020 When you find a bike that has an auto blipper, a cup holder and what appears to be “stig” mode... ☺️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted July 22, 2020 Report Share Posted July 22, 2020 On 7/7/2020 at 3:50 PM, TimTheAzn said: Anyone a member of the Columbus Riders facebook group? Constant entertainment. What a dumpster fire. @DerekClouser @jacobhawkins @what A (young) co-worker is on there. I'll have to ask him about it. As far as I can tell, my co-worker isn't a complete squid, only somewhat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted July 22, 2020 Report Share Posted July 22, 2020 On 7/7/2020 at 7:07 PM, Pauly said: Sonuvabich.. I DO NOT want to make a FB account. Then don't? All you posted on there before was bicycle bullshit anyway... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted July 26, 2020 Report Share Posted July 26, 2020 The fastest and slowest I'll ride is solo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 Kawasaki has been absolutely killing it... I'm really curious to see if there will be an updated Concours for 2022. https://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/kawasaki/2020-kawasaki-ninja-1000sx-review-first-ride.html https://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/kawasaki/2020-kawasaki-z900-abs-first-ride-review.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 The Concours should be a very formidable competitor, but it is as dated as the Voyager. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinNck1 Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 If Kawasaki doesn’t release a new Concours, then I figure it’s on the chopping block. Yamaha gave up on the FJR, the sport touring market is really ready for something new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 4 minutes ago, JustinNck1 said: If Kawasaki doesn’t release a new Concours, then I figure it’s on the chopping block. Yamaha gave up on the FJR, the sport touring market is really ready for something new. I think Kawasaki has the best street lineup of any of the Japanese big 4. Their only holes are a big ADV bike and a big (sporty) tourer, which coincidentally are the only Honda's that are particularly attractive. Even their dated 1700 cruisers are the only real Japanese competition for HD. They need to decide if the Versys 1000 is an ADV bike or a ST to go along with the new N1K. It 'd be interesting if an updated Concours was a more of a competitor to the GW, but perhaps a bit lighter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 (edited) Kawi needs a very low-twenties heavy sport tourer. Just take the Connie and fix everything not perfect... and then add electronic cruise and an Android Auto capable display. It's damn near perfect, now. Why stop this close to a real winner? I think they could skip the satnav and still be on target. The Connie has a strong pedigree. GoldWing folks are forever men. No new Concours will steal many of them away. So, let Honda have them and build a real deal tourer without insult of half-assed options and at a price that can be justified for someone with a mortgage and a family of five. Edited August 13, 2020 by Pauly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 3 minutes ago, Pauly said: Kawi needs a very low-twenties heavy sport tourer. Just take the Connie and fix everything not perfect... and then add electronic cruise and an Android Auto capable display. It's damn near perfect, now. Why stop this close to a real winner? I think they could skip the satnav and still be on target. The Connie has a strong pedigree. GoldWing folks are forever men. No new Concours will steal many of them away. So, let Honda and BMW have them and build a real deal tourer without insult of half-assed options and at a price that can be justified for someone with a mortgage and a family of five. I personally would love to see a sporty tourer (not a cruiser) with real, actual passenger accommodations that doesn't weigh 800lbs. I think the BMW R1250RT comes closest. The passenger accommodations are only pretty good, but not good enough for a multi day ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinNck1 Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 30 minutes ago, Tpoppa said: I personally would love to see a sporty tourer (not a cruiser) with real, actual passenger accommodations that doesn't weigh 800lbs. BINGO. This is why I sold the FJR for a wing. Passenger comfort yet sporty enough to keep me happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Tpoppa said: I personally would love to see a sporty tourer (not a cruiser) with real, actual passenger accommodations that doesn't weigh 800lbs. I think the BMW R1250RT comes closest. The passenger accommodations are only pretty good, but not good enough for a multi day ride. 33 minutes ago, JustinNck1 said: BINGO. This is why I sold the FJR for a wing. Passenger comfort yet sporty enough to keep me happy. Maybe the more sportier platforms just don't fit the mold of a 2-up machine at the heavy tourer level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 24 minutes ago, Pauly said: Maybe the more sportier platforms just don't fit the mold of a 2-up machine at the heavy tourer level. If you put a GW style top box/tour pack on an existing Connie/FJR/RT you'd be 90% done it could even be an accessory instead of a new model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinNck1 Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 26 minutes ago, Tpoppa said: If you put a GW style top box/tour pack on an existing Connie/FJR/RT you'd be 90% done it could even be an accessory instead of a new model. Yeah, the seat can be made to accommodate but the trunk options are not that comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 Is the subframe rated for more weight? What would a trunk with quality accommodations weigh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 29 minutes ago, Pauly said: Is the subframe rated for more weight? What would a trunk with quality accommodations weigh? Id have to check, but IIRC the RT is rated to carry more load than the GW. Not sure what determines that rating though. Tires, frame, subframe, brakes??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted August 13, 2020 Report Share Posted August 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Tpoppa said: Id have to check, but IIRC the RT is rated to carry more load than the GW. Not sure what determines that rating though. Tires, frame, subframe, brakes??? Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted August 15, 2020 Report Share Posted August 15, 2020 What is the point of DHS recording phone calls when robocaller spam can spoof and no one knows who they are to smash their face? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted August 21, 2020 Report Share Posted August 21, 2020 A pillow that doesn't cut off circulation in your arms. Genius! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted August 27, 2020 Report Share Posted August 27, 2020 It'sWhereNow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
durk Posted September 15, 2020 Report Share Posted September 15, 2020 When a semi passes you on the right it’s time to get out of the fast lane 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted September 15, 2020 Report Share Posted September 15, 2020 If uPS don't finish the route on the scheduled delivery day, they start from the beginning the next day with the chance of missing it again instead of starting where they left off? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted September 15, 2020 Report Share Posted September 15, 2020 1 hour ago, motocat12 said: If uPS don't finish the route on the scheduled delivery day, they start from the beginning the next day with the chance of missing it again instead of starting where they left off? They stay out until the route is done... OT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 41 minutes ago, Steve Butters said: They stay out until the route is done... OT ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted September 16, 2020 Report Share Posted September 16, 2020 12 hours ago, motocat12 said: ? Maybe it got loaded on the wrong truck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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