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Message started by gizzo on 09/02/17 at 07:58:36

Title: Another new bike
Post by gizzo on 09/02/17 at 07:58:36

So I picked up a Yamaha TRX850 a couple weeks ago. Really cheap and in great condition. Came with some nice mods, Gold Valves, R6 rear shock, R6 blue spot calipers, braided hoses and a rack. I'm planning a Neo-Café build like Dave's BCB 250 Ninja, but with an actual performance bike. Should be fun. Unfortunately, I've run out of room in my shed so something has to go. My wife said she'd be somewhat upset if I sold her Monster to make room for a track bike ::) and the rest of mine are keepers. So it's time to let the mighty cabbage go to a new home, once I find a buyer anyway. I'm gonna miss it.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/02/17 at 08:00:43

You just need to add onto the garage, Boy! Get your priorities right, man..

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by gizzo on 09/02/17 at 08:06:25

True, Justin ;). but it occurred to me the other day there's only so many bikes I can ride and look after, get to know and all that. I'm at 5, she has 3, we really are running out of space and need. And like she said, if I really can't live without it I can go buy another and do the build over. She's a good sport.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/02/17 at 09:58:09

That's a buncha tires, batteries and gas tanks to keep up with. And insurance,, let's not forget that..

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by zipidachimp on 09/02/17 at 11:29:57

You remind me of the reality program 'rusted development' where 2 car customizers clear out a car hoarder's stock to build him 1 really nice dream car. You really need 1 dream bike that includes everything you want in 1 bike! 8-)

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/02/17 at 11:35:07

That bike doesn't exist.
Two is the minimum to cover the bases.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by Ruttly on 09/02/17 at 13:22:40

You will be sorry you did it !

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by gizzo on 09/02/17 at 13:55:58

I kind of feel sorry for those guys with one big dollar blinged out thing. I could live with just the one but I prefer variety. like Justin said, 2 bike minimum. a dirt and a road at least.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by gizzo on 09/02/17 at 13:57:06

I know, Ruttly. it's not even sold yet and I miss it.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by Ruttly on 09/02/17 at 16:37:41

Yeah I feel for ya , I may have to thin the herd a little here in the near future. For me it's really hard , it's almost like trying to choose which child your going keep. But the RYCA stays it's way to much fun , not to mention I would never get back what I have into it , $$$$$.00
But when you can't buy what you want to ride , you have to build it !

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by zipidachimp on 09/03/17 at 22:21:56

'Dirt bikes' to me have always been an oxymoron. Dirt and mechanical devices should always be kept separate. Asphalt bikes have always been my passion! To each his own! 8-)

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by jcstokes on 09/03/17 at 23:35:04

With respect zipi, when motorcycling started, most roads were dirt, gravel or sand and things didn't improve much until the 1930's-'50's

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/04/17 at 05:18:08

It's a two bike minimum if dirt is left out.
A distance bike, that will run errands and get groceries, and a For Fun bike that you can't carry anyone or anything on.
Now, If you have a place and are so inclined, a dirt bike is a fine addition.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by Ruttly on 09/04/17 at 09:44:05

I know some don't feel this way but it is essential to learn to ride in the dirt. The skills you acquire in the dirt make you a much more skilled road rider. Learning to ride on a unstable surfaces such as dirt sand mud teaches skills that make you ready for the road such as water oil gas gravel sand leaves even snow or ice on the roadway. And it's fun !

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/04/17 at 10:11:29

Survey SAYS,
Dirt riding experienced riders fall down less. I know what it feels like to have a bike
Step out
And that abdominal muscle and hip shove that pushes the seat in the direction of the slide is automatic.
It's saved my bacon a few times.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by IslandRoad on 09/05/17 at 00:13:46

My introduction to bikes was riding dirtbikes in my early teens. Then a 30 year gap ... Then a road bike. I think that early experience has served me well.

The only thing I had to undo was putting my foot on the ground, or near the ground, when slow turning. And learning proper slow-riding technique.

I still like to know what a bike I'm riding is capable of (where it's limits are). It makes me more confident that I know what it can handle if I get into trouble.

However, as Lancer pointed out, in the Savage/Sporty thread, age has made me slow down, and be a bit more cautious in general.

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by gizzo on 10/11/17 at 00:59:17

Well, it's done. The Cabbage just disappeared down the road in the care of it's new owner. I feel a little bit sick. He seems like a nice young guy, on his learners permit. Seemed really stoked about the bike and I think it's gone to a good home. Hope he has as much fun on it as I did.
Anyway, time to start cutting up the TRX850 8-)

Title: Re: Another new bike
Post by MMRanch on 10/11/17 at 17:29:02

Gizzo
I've got the same delima , except it's the Harley that's leaving . The older I'm getting the lighter the bikes need to be. My HD friends can't understand it. [ch128561]