TSB67 Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 (edited) Assuming your bike is not custom or modified in any way, what do you say when someone says, "Nice bike?"This is always akward for me. It's not like I had anything to do with the way it is. I didn't design it, I didn't modify it, I just bought it. You can find the same piece of machinery on the floor of your local dealer. I want to just say, "Yeah, it is," but that sounds dickish somehow so I usually just say, "Thanks." Then I feel stupid because it feels like I'm taking credit for it somehow.I guess it could be taken as a compliment on my taste? I don't believe I have ever said this to anyone unless it was something custom.P.S. Wanted to add a poll but don't know how. Edited May 16, 2012 by brn6604 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bandit12 Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I would take it as a compliment to your taste of bikes. Sometimes I remark about someones bike and its because of the color scheme or style I may not have seen in person yet, up close it may look like a custom to that person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wht_scorpion Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 Nice bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imprez55 Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I just laugh a little and say thanks with a smile since my bikes usually lbts. I am still amazed the number of compliments I get on a bike that at any one time has mismatched fairings, zip ties, dirt ingrained in plastic welds, missing/mismatched screws, no fairings, no headlights etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 "Thanks but it's not mine. I stole it..shhhh...."Not really, just kidding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exarch Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I saw a super clean 98 gsxr750 and told the guy nice bike, knowing it was all stock I asked him if it was all original and he said ya, there wasn't even a scratch on the bike. I think it had like 7021miles on it.I get complements on my lil 250, even with the war wounds I just think it's a good way to start a convo. Nice Anything usually leads to a 30+ min convo from personal experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blitz Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 Usually what a guy means when he says this is: Nice set of balls you have there. I'm not willing to face the cagers, dangers, speed, or cost of owning one.....therefore I'm jealous. And....my wife won't let me.And what a woman really means is: Nice set of balls you have there......I'd actually like to check them out further. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I usually don't get "nice bike" I get "what the hell is that thing" ..lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drew95gt Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 Just usually a "thanks" with a smile. If someone doesn't know bikes then I guess mine could be mistaken for something custom with the blade looking aluminum wheels and flame paint job, even though it is all stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottie.harris Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 A clean bike in general is deserving a compliment. I would say that they are complementing your taste in bikes, but i prefer a bike that is clean and original. Busas that are stock i complement, but stretched, lowered, and more i walk past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drew95gt Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 A clean bike in general is deserving a compliment. I would say that they are complementing your taste in bikes, but i prefer a bike that is clean and original. Busas that are stock i complement, but stretched, lowered, and more i walk past.I totally agree, especially about the Hayabusa part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I've never owned a bike without customizing/painting/suping up the motor. I get compliments on my fzr all the time, people are amazed that it's a '96. Before I tore my cb 750 apart I would get compliments on it all the time. This almost always leads to a conversation about the work I've done to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omnislash16 Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I think it's complimenting your taste in bikes.For me, when I say it, I am usually meaning: "I like your bike and I'd drive it if given the option or the finances to buy a second bike." I won't ever say it unless I'd drive it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMCGRAW Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 (edited) I'm kind of with ya on this OP. I think in this day and age if anyone says anything nice to me, especially going out on a limb and complimenting a stranger. I usually tell them "Thanks, I got it from ..." Then it moves into a conversation of the location I got it, or how they saw it there too, ect. Take it more as a sign of camaraderie and just reply in a "thank you/you're welcome" manner ... It would be silly if we were all just waving at each other in the parking lots. Edited May 16, 2012 by TMCGRAW ... I proofread AFTER I post ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jporter12 Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I get comments on my Interceptor all the time (when I ride it that is) like "wow! I had one of those!" or "I always wanted one of those back in the day!" I even get "nice bike" comments on my BTS, two-toned paint 04 Ninja 250! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 If I'm wearing my Tapout shirt, I immediately just punch them in the face.http://jalopnik.com/5907665/this-man-is-in-a-coma-because-he-complimented-another-mans-wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I usually don't get "nice bike" I get "what the hell is that thing" ..lolAre they referring to you or the bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 Are they referring to you or the bike hum..i used to like you.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrown57 Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 If I'm wearing my Tapout shirt, I immediately just punch them in the face.http://jalopnik.com/5907665/this-man-is-in-a-coma-because-he-complimented-another-mans-wheelsSaw that story on ZXforums I usually say thanks and ask if they have one, just to start a conversation. "Never meet a stranger" that's what my uncle says"Does water ripple when a duck farts" is another one of his sayings as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jst2fst Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 hum..i used to like you..You know you still do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baptizo Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I got a lot of compliments on my Hawk GT with the mod's done to it and most people had no idea what it was. My Duc will get one on occasion but less so now with the mismatching color scheme.I just say "thank you" and move out smartly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadyone Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 I normally reply with a "thanks" as normally they tend to be just walking by. I also only compliment bikes I'd like to have or jealous that I can't afford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoolWhip Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 Just say thanks and if she is hot, offer her a ride Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 "thanks! She's a heavy pig, but an absolute blast when you get her over 6000 rpm""do you ride?""that's cool, have a good one" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coyote Posted May 16, 2012 Report Share Posted May 16, 2012 "Thanks""Aprilia""Ap-Pri-li-ah""No, Apriia is the manufacturer""No, it's not a Ducati""Have a good one" 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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