Show off your motorcycle and why you love it
08-02-2010, 06:47 PM
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幹他媽!
08-30-2010, 02:54 PM
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Video of Pete Lenz, the 13 year old racer who died... Pretty damned amazing for a 13 year old, passing grown ups on Streets like that...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kU6xrs7SOCc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kU6xrs7SOCc
08-30-2010, 10:25 PM
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Here's my 2005 GSXR 750. I bought it from a dude that wrecked it doing a wheelie and put it back together. It only had 1000 miles on it and it runs great!
I also have an SV650 - don't have a pic handy though
I also have an SV650 - don't have a pic handy though
09-16-2010, 03:09 PM
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nice pix static... i hope to get good enough to go to track someday... y r u wearing a green t-shirt on top of your track leathers?
i'm thinking of getting a replica race suit made from this one company i found online- cuz alpinestars and fieldsheer don't have the suits in the style i want or in my size... i have a starter suit that i wear when i ride. but, the wind drag on it is pretty bad since it doesn't have the aero hump.
i'm thinking of getting a replica race suit made from this one company i found online- cuz alpinestars and fieldsheer don't have the suits in the style i want or in my size... i have a starter suit that i wear when i ride. but, the wind drag on it is pretty bad since it doesn't have the aero hump.
09-16-2010, 05:27 PM
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well, AS only has like 1 or 2 suit styles in size 36 (US). i might fit into a 38, but i was reading that they are slightly bigger than other brands and might loosen up too much once broken in (?) does yours feel loose after it broke in? My 38 FS is just about broken in, and it fits ok. on the freeway tho, i can -really- notice a difference with the wind drag tho, compared to my jacket 
feels like i'm bouncing around like a ping pong ball... 
the place i am considering is www.tiltcustoms.com. for $500 (otd) they'll basically make any suit that you want. u can pick from about a dozen or so standard models they have, or pay a little extra and get a replica made of any name-brand suit u like. and, the more options/ features u want, the higher the price tag goes, obviously. the customer reviews seem pretty good on their web site- all with crash test data, which seems to show they hold up very well.
honestly, i should just be happy with what i got for now... lol. but, i'm just thinking about it. gear shopping is really fun for some reason to me... hahahaha xP
feels like i'm bouncing around like a ping pong ball... the place i am considering is www.tiltcustoms.com. for $500 (otd) they'll basically make any suit that you want. u can pick from about a dozen or so standard models they have, or pay a little extra and get a replica made of any name-brand suit u like. and, the more options/ features u want, the higher the price tag goes, obviously. the customer reviews seem pretty good on their web site- all with crash test data, which seems to show they hold up very well.
honestly, i should just be happy with what i got for now... lol. but, i'm just thinking about it. gear shopping is really fun for some reason to me... hahahaha xP
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09-16-2010, 05:57 PM
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nice pix static... i hope to get good enough to go to track someday... y r u wearing a green t-shirt on top of your track leathers?
i'm thinking of getting a replica race suit made from this one company i found online- cuz alpinestars and fieldsheer don't have the suits in the style i want or in my size... i have a starter suit that i wear when i ride. but, the wind drag on it is pretty bad since it doesn't have the aero hump.
i'm thinking of getting a replica race suit made from this one company i found online- cuz alpinestars and fieldsheer don't have the suits in the style i want or in my size... i have a starter suit that i wear when i ride. but, the wind drag on it is pretty bad since it doesn't have the aero hump.
If your looking to start doing some track time the important thing to do is buy good quality gear and take in as much as possible from the coaches. After you have become comfortable out there (Much different then a car) then put money towards ALL other equipment upgrades. It will take time, time, and more time. Its a very demanding sport that requires discipline on every level.
Also, usually the best riders have most rashed suits out there. We take pride in road scars. Its not about being pretty; only having a good time.
Believe me, no one care what you look like out there.
Just some helpful advice for ya
BTW- guys in vests are usually riders in the beginner group or coaches.
Here few of me I dug up. I got many more but there on Cd's and have no idea where they are
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09-16-2010, 06:49 PM
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im a size 38-40 in astar sizes, my suit has served me pretty well even after breakin, its still tight. I would suggest trying it on and see how it feels, mine only costed about 600 and its pretty well vented. Pico's right about faster guys have more rashes on thier suits, so far mines still as clean as new
09-16-2010, 07:50 PM
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The Professor
I know a lot of guys that have the cortech like me. Pretty solid suit in all the right places and its vented. I have no problems riding in 95 degree weather with it on, it traps your sweat against your skin and cools like an air conditioner when you start moving. (standing still in traffic is another story though, lol)
One thing you want to look for is the sheer weight of the suit. The suit should be pretty damn heavy mine is about the weight of a 12 pack of soda and you can tell the leather is super thick. I've heard of guys buying cheaply made suits and them being very light and even being able to fold them up like a sweatshirt
I have the XL and I'm 5'9" 180 lbs (of fat) and it fits me perfectly
http://www.amazon.com/Cortech-Latigo...4684218&sr=8-1
One thing I recommend is to stay away from Icon gear if you are planning on tracking. Their higher end stuff gets as pricey as track specific gear but isnt as well made.
Also don't skimp on tires, if you plan on flogging it buy the best you can afford.
One thing you want to look for is the sheer weight of the suit. The suit should be pretty damn heavy mine is about the weight of a 12 pack of soda and you can tell the leather is super thick. I've heard of guys buying cheaply made suits and them being very light and even being able to fold them up like a sweatshirt
I have the XL and I'm 5'9" 180 lbs (of fat) and it fits me perfectly
http://www.amazon.com/Cortech-Latigo...4684218&sr=8-1
One thing I recommend is to stay away from Icon gear if you are planning on tracking. Their higher end stuff gets as pricey as track specific gear but isnt as well made.
Also don't skimp on tires, if you plan on flogging it buy the best you can afford.
09-16-2010, 08:00 PM
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The Professor
Oh and the #1 best advice I can give anyone.
Wear Earplugs!!!! You can buy a pack of 50 at home depot for $6.
#2 best advice
BUY STOMPGRIP!
http://www.motomummy.com/store/home.php?cat=280
Saves your ***** from smacking into the tank on quick stops & dramatically improves the feel of control you have over the bike.
Keep practicing dude, and watch youtube for tips on positioning and all that, riding motorcycle isn't hard its about confidence and control.
Me in that pic is exactly 3 months (and 1500 miles of seat time) after I bought my first motorcycle, a gsxr 1000. Would have gotten my knee down all over the place but I was on the shinkos (crappy tire) that came with the bike and didn't want to push it.
Oh and play computer games, they teach you fine control in your right hand and split second decision making ( i recommend team fortress 2 ) Thats directly what I attribute my current motorcycling skill to, gaming for 90% of my highschool & college career.
Wear Earplugs!!!! You can buy a pack of 50 at home depot for $6.
#2 best advice
BUY STOMPGRIP!
http://www.motomummy.com/store/home.php?cat=280
Saves your ***** from smacking into the tank on quick stops & dramatically improves the feel of control you have over the bike.
Keep practicing dude, and watch youtube for tips on positioning and all that, riding motorcycle isn't hard its about confidence and control.
Me in that pic is exactly 3 months (and 1500 miles of seat time) after I bought my first motorcycle, a gsxr 1000. Would have gotten my knee down all over the place but I was on the shinkos (crappy tire) that came with the bike and didn't want to push it.
Oh and play computer games, they teach you fine control in your right hand and split second decision making ( i recommend team fortress 2
) Thats directly what I attribute my current motorcycling skill to, gaming for 90% of my highschool & college career.
