Howdy Meck.  I'm live in Bigfork, MT which is near Kalispell.  Perhaps I know your wife or her family?  Oddly enough, I was born in Rhode Island on a Navy base.  Anyway, welcome to the site.  Hope you're enjoying your bike as much as I am mine.

Sandy Koocanusa wrote on 05/15/08 at 19:04:07:


One of my brothers-in-law lives in Bigfork. The rest of the family lives in Kalispell and Whitefish. The family name is Anderson. Actually, my wife is out there right now for a visit.

No, it's another Anderson clan. My father-in-law works over at Flathead Electric. I don't know when I'll be out next, but I'll be sure to let you know!

It's Me
Today at 09:39:12   Hope I'm in the correct category on this site.  It was a few minutes ago that I registered with the intention of seeing what I am getting into.  I have just ordered a 2008 black S40.  I live in Oshawa Ontario Canada which is situated 30 miles east of Toronto and about the same distance from Mosport International Racetrack where I spend many hours.  I'm a retired GM Reliability Engineering Employee and at present own an 83 Honda CM 250 Custom (Rebel) parallel twin belt drive and a 2001 Honda VFR 90 degree V4.  I decided on the S40 wanting something lightweight, belt drive, simple engineering, easy to clean and something that has been around in the marketplace for awhile to cruise mostly the back roads of our Ontario countryside. It may take a few days for my dealer to prep the S40.  I tried to purchase it in the box but the sales-lady said "no way".  

Hi Ugly, nice hearing from a 'bloke' from England.  I am a member of the Honda VFR English Forum - Website and converse back and forth with the guys 'overthere'.  They really love their motorcycles and over the years have been a great help in the technical department.  Where'yu to anyway?  

I am James, and will be buying my first bike tomorrow or the next day, as long as the mechanic checking it out gives me good news.  It is a 2002 Savage 650 with just over 10k miles.

I am reading through here and some of my concerns are being addressed by old posts.  

Concerns were backfiring, a bit of a leak on the top end, and just general happiness of the rider with this bike.

The price I'm getting seems fair, I'm paying 1600 for it.  The seller is paying for half of the mechanical inspection, too.  I originally wanted a 750 or bigger twin-cylinder to ride two-up later on once I'm comfortable.  I found this and for as often as I will be riding two-up, I don't think it'll be an issue, we won't be on the highway cruising long distances, it'll be 50mph top speed for less than 30 miles.

I am pretty excited and glad that there is a community of people that love their bikes so much.  I also own a Jeep and know what a great resource websites with enthusiasts like you all can be.


James


edit:   I didn't want any of my post to be taken as I'm "just learning" on this bike and planning on moving up to a bigger bike.  I'm not a speed demon or a young kid who wants to look cool.

Welcome, and enjoy one heck of a good bike.  Don't forget to read up on the carb mods to get it running the best.

Hi, I am a 45 yr old complete newbie.  I bought an 01 Savage with 2k miles this morning.  Now, after dropping it three times in twenty minutes, breaking off the right mirror and rear turn signal and I think breaking my collar bone, I am ready to learn how to ride.  My wife witnessed everything she was afraid of and I haven't left my cul de sac  .  

I love the bike, it was really clean, and it will be again.  I'll learn to ride and all will be good.  Hopefully a year from now I'll look back at this post and laugh.  

here we go!
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