Bkizz Posted July 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 so they didn't really get into detail about the gripace, is that how you shift? also that box above the left landing gear, looks like a storage compartment? is that right?cool stuff though, and im happy that you are able to get back on the road againHe uses gripace but I don't. I have an electric shift solenoid mounted in front of the rear tire inside the swing arm. This shifter is hooked up to the shift lever and I shift up and down with 2 buttons beside my left hand grip. I control the landing gear with a switch built into the right hand control just under the kill switch. For the time being, I only use my front brake but I am looking into a proportioning valve that will allow me to apply both front and rear brakes with the handle bar brake lever. The thing on the left side is a linear actuator. It it what raises and lowers the landing gear. Thanks to everyone who supports me. I just found out my dad practically shit his pants when my sister told him I was riding again. He's ok with it now...I just have a lot of people who think I am stupid. Maybe I am but it's what I love to do and I found a way to still do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAMBUSA Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 He uses gripace but I don't. I have an electric shift solenoid mounted in front of the rear tire inside the swing arm. This shifter is hooked up to the shift lever and I shift up and down with 2 buttons beside my left hand grip. I control the landing gear with a switch built into the right hand control just under the kill switch. For the time being, I only use my front brake but I am looking into a proportioning valve that will allow me to apply both front and rear brakes with the handle bar brake lever. The thing on the left side is a linear actuator. It it what raises and lowers the landing gear. Thanks to everyone who supports me. I just found out my dad practically shit his pants when my sister told him I was riding again. He's ok with it now...I just have a lot of people who think I am stupid. Maybe I am but it's what I love to do and I found a way to still do it.I wonder how hard it would be to get a XX brake setup on your bike. They came stock with linked brakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 ever look into stunter brake setup for your rear brake setup? i believe its a thumb trigger to operate your rear brake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harb67 Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 I really need to read these forums more actively...I was sitting around all day today doing nothing. I wish I had known, I woulda been out there for sure! Glad to see you're back on the road man. Shoot me a text if you ever want to go riding; doesn't really matter where. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 what about this?http://hardracing.com/GP%20Tech/Thumbrake.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RVTPilot Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 That is beyond awesome, and I am very happy for you to be in the wind again! And for anyone who might think as much, you are anything but stupid. You are out living again rather than sitting in a chair while time just ticks away. And mad props to all the folks there that have helped him out. That is proof of what this board is really all about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bkizz Posted July 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 I wonder how hard it would be to get a XX brake setup on your bike. They came stock with linked brakes. That was my original thought...find a bike that already came with linked brakes and pull the master cylinder off that. Buuut, that may be big bucks to go that route. ever look into stunter brake setup for your rear brake setup? i believe its a thumb trigger to operate your rear brakeYea, I thought about the rear thumb brake but throwing another lever into the mix is a pain in the ass. The guy who makes this kit added a thumb brake for the rear and he said he never uses it b/c the front does the work and it's to much to think about. I really need to read these forums more actively...I was sitting around all day today doing nothing. I wish I had known, I woulda been out there for sure! Glad to see you're back on the road man. Shoot me a text if you ever want to go riding; doesn't really matter where.I definitely will but I got a new phone and lost your #. Shoot me a PM and give it to me again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bkizz Posted July 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 And mad props to all the folks there that have helped him out. That is proof of what this board is really all about.+1,000,000! I have had more support here than anywhere else. A HUGE THANKS GOES OUT TO EVERYONE OF YOU! You guys stepped up and helped me when I needed help. I posted a "need help" thread yesterday and 45 minutes later I had two guys standing in my garage. How cool is that? Right before my benefit ride in June, I had John Mathis, Jeff (cheech), and Aaron (welder) up until almost 2am to make sure I was able to ride the next day. Tim (tinytim) helped me figure out how to run the landing gear off of 3 relays so I could use the trick mini-switch in the handle bar instead of that big janky switch. God knows I never could have figured that out on my own. Not to mention, you guys FUNDED the shifter a few months back! That thing was $680 bucks and was bought with your donations. I never could have done this without help. I'm surprised my girlfriend has put up with me being in the garage every evening and weekend for the last month. Thanks thanks and more thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 Wow. Really cool and inspiring. Just goes to show the size of one's heart and passion towards something. Never say "quit"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted July 25, 2010 Report Share Posted July 25, 2010 awesome bro. just awesome. ^^+100 what bri said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bkizz Posted July 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Updated pics all cleaned up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Butters Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 that shit looks OEM...hell yea man!! you guys did great, everyone involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAMBUSA Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Looks great Brian. Love the plate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gen3flygirl Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Looks great! Hope you can bring it out to a bike night soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El capitan Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 fucking baller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thirdgenlxi Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Dude that's freakin awesome!!! I'm so glad to see you back out there and riding again Be safe and have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curby Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Incredible! Your an Inspiration to all of us Brian... I'm very glad to see you riding again. If i wasn't so far north, i would've been there at a drop of a hat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedTriple44444 Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 I'm pretty new around here, so I don't know you, but I gotta say you're an inspiration. Friggin' awesome to see you doing what you love and not letting your accident keep you down. We ALL get why you're still riding. Very very cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Sorry I couldn't make it Saturday Bkizz. Keep me on the list for any future needs/riding partner stuff. And yes Keep doing what you do. Fuk the haters!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 x 1000get used to the landing gear and you can show us all how it works at the next OR trackday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 Sorry I couldn't make it Saturday Bkizz. Keep me on the list for any future needs/riding partner stuff. And yes Keep doing what you do. Fuk the haters!!!Keep everyone in the loop, I know I would love to make it out and ride with you sometime! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheech Posted July 26, 2010 Report Share Posted July 26, 2010 +1,000,000! I have had more support here than anywhere else. A HUGE THANKS GOES OUT TO EVERYONE OF YOU! You guys stepped up and helped me when I needed help. I posted a "need help" thread yesterday and 45 minutes later I had two guys standing in my garage. How cool is that? Right before my benefit ride in June, I had John Mathis, Jeff (cheech), and Aaron (welder) up until almost 2am to make sure I was able to ride the next day. Tim (tinytim) helped me figure out how to run the landing gear off of 3 relays so I could use the trick mini-switch in the handle bar instead of that big janky switch. God knows I never could have figured that out on my own. Not to mention, you guys FUNDED the shifter a few months back! That thing was $680 bucks and was bought with your donations. I never could have done this without help. I'm surprised my girlfriend has put up with me being in the garage every evening and weekend for the last month. Thanks thanks and more thanks.Good to finally see it in one piece. Can't wait to have you lead us out for QSL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swingset Posted July 27, 2010 Report Share Posted July 27, 2010 Very very cool, good to see you doing what you love!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r6allstar Posted July 27, 2010 Report Share Posted July 27, 2010 Awesome.. props to you for doing what you LOVE to do and props to the people at OR that helped you out. Now thats Fam! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted July 27, 2010 Report Share Posted July 27, 2010 Very very cool. Just be careful! I'd love to see that thing on the track! =) ride safe, and keep the shiney side up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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