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Yesterday, 10:04 PM

asp125 replied to a thread Which of these boots for commuting? Safety priority. in Bike Gear, Accessories, and Add-Ons

Of the two, the Sidi race boots are more than adequate for the street. The ADV boots, well.. some would consider it overkill for commuting. YMMV, if...

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Yesterday, 08:25 PM

MsPotatoPotatoHead replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

I'm a little bummed - 83shadow had a lead on a nice '85 XT 350. Was gonna stop on my way over there tomorrow and look at it, but the guy sold it this...

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Yesterday, 05:42 PM

MsPotatoPotatoHead replied to a thread 2014 Bolt from Star Motorcycles in Bike Choices - All Brands

I would definitely buy that explanation. I still would love to have a 2006 Sportster Roadster with mid-pegs. Preferably in this color:

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Yesterday, 05:41 PM

MsPotatoPotatoHead replied to a thread 2014 Bolt from Star Motorcycles in Bike Choices - All Brands

I've found that to be the case on almost every "modern" Japanese cruiser I've ridden. One reason I ended up with Harleys.

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Yesterday, 05:15 PM

Missy B replied to a thread Advise needed for a trail bike for my wife in Dirty Talk

It may be best to take her around and have her test sit dirt bikes so she can see what feels best to her. I have a V Strom. It is capable of dirt...

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Yesterday, 05:03 PM

Missy B replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

Cameron and I just happened to catch some race this afternoon...I'm not even sure it was live. One of the horses names is Super Chunky. LOL The...

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Yesterday, 02:40 PM

asp125 replied to a thread Craig's List SNAFU's in General Forum

LOL he paid way too much. Local dealer has one for $4795. He paid $800 on PDI & setup? He got taken to the cleaners.

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Yesterday, 02:33 PM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread (New) G650GS (thumper) reliability in Bike Choices - Starter Bikes

It's a way that F650 owners can show its the 800, not the thumper. Most folks think it's a typo.

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Yesterday, 12:34 PM

asp125 replied to a thread The Dinner Glass Effect in Safety Hints and Suggestions

I have stopped riding with groups that insist in staying in a pack or formation. There's always folks who think it's too fast, or too slow. That...

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Yesterday, 12:13 PM

MsPotatoPotatoHead replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

LOL! I learned to square dance in, of all places, a summer Girl Scout camp. Learned to polka in H.S. as a consequence of being in German Club. ...

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Yesterday, 12:12 PM

asp125 replied to a thread Which of these boots for commuting? Safety priority. in Bike Gear, Accessories, and Add-Ons

Some comments about the types of boots. Offroad boots are designed with the idea that the rider will step on rocks, bash against berms or tree...

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Yesterday, 10:44 AM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread (New) G650GS (thumper) reliability in Bike Choices - Starter Bikes

On that vein, regarding ABS...I remember when I was looking for motorcycles and wanted it as a safety measure. Now I have one motorcycle with it and...

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Yesterday, 09:56 AM

MsPotatoPotatoHead replied to a thread The Dinner Glass Effect in Safety Hints and Suggestions

Excellent observations. I'm finally old (secure?) enough that I enjoy cruising along enjoying the scenery and do not feel compelled to "keep up" with...

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Yesterday, 09:47 AM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread (New) G650GS (thumper) reliability in Bike Choices - Starter Bikes

I had the older model F650GS before I bought the twin. I liked it a lot, but wanted a bit more HP for freeway riding. I am not privy to what the...

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Yesterday, 09:38 AM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread The Dinner Glass Effect in Safety Hints and Suggestions

Perhaps this is sacrilege but I can't for the life of me figure out why motorcyclists generally seem to always have the need to go as fast as they...

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Yesterday, 09:31 AM

asp125 replied to a thread Advise needed for a trail bike for my wife in Dirty Talk

I originally had an F650GS and 50sGrl bought a Yamaha XT250. Now the F650GS is gone and I have a KLX250S, just warning you. ;)

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Yesterday, 09:20 AM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread Rain or Shine 5 - May 17-19, 2013 - Monterey, TN in Upcoming Events

Ride safe everybody! And take lots of pictures. :-)

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Yesterday, 07:51 AM

MsPotatoPotatoHead replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

'Morning, everyone.

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Yesterday, 12:23 AM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

I am too, unless it is a group of friends like from BBO. We all tend to ride safely, all find the right groups to ride with. I am not really...

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05-16-2013, 11:15 PM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread Ninja 300 or BMW F700GS for tall new rider commuting to work? in Bike Choices - Starter Bikes

I thought you might have taken it there. Pacific Safety doesn't have the CBRs, but Palomar college does. And I know who you are referring to and that...

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05-16-2013, 10:26 PM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

This particular group is completely into formation and safety when group riding. There are basically two things they do that I don't really like. One...

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05-16-2013, 10:12 PM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread Ninja 300 or BMW F700GS for tall new rider commuting to work? in Bike Choices - Starter Bikes

Where did you take your BRC? I have the same bike as Rhino, only mine is lowered. I have had issues splitting at times, the bar ends are right at...

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05-16-2013, 10:10 PM

Missy B replied to a thread Advise needed for a trail bike for my wife in Dirty Talk

What bike does SHE want? If she wants to start on the 150F, then start on the 150. She can sell it later and move up to the others you mention when...

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05-16-2013, 10:00 PM

Missy B replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

So was this a "ride side by side" formation or did it suggest staggered formation?

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05-16-2013, 05:55 PM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread Ninja 300 or BMW F700GS for tall new rider commuting to work? in Bike Choices - Starter Bikes

Only you can answer this. Start with filtering when the traffic is stopped. Then filter when YOU feel comfortable. Don't follow the fast guys, they...

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05-16-2013, 05:44 PM

NoCo Gal replied to a thread Ninja 300 or BMW F700GS for tall new rider commuting to work? in Bike Choices - Starter Bikes

It does get chilly here in the winter, especially at 6:15 am when it is still dark and foggy. Wind protection may become important to you. Heated...

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05-16-2013, 05:12 PM

MsPotatoPotatoHead replied to a thread The Official BBO Bar - yep, we had to move again... in The Lounge

*Like* :thumbsup:

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