What I learned today...

[Mr Lefty]

thought this might be a cool thread... post up some things you learned today riding...



Learned my jacket isn't NEARLY as waterproof when you don't snap all the buttons or close every vent (even a 1/4" matters)

Learned I need boots that aren't made of sponge... poured out 2" of water out of each boot...

Learned riding in rain even a torrential downpour doesn't bug me

Learned while rain might not, lightening striking 50' away while riding through a flooded section that has my boots underwater... DOES!

Learned riding through flooded sections is a lot different from driving through them... you don't need to slow down as much... but you do need to slow down

learned if the water is running across the road with any sort of current(2-5" deep), your bike will lean into the current like you would for the wind...

Learned the Shoei Hornet is great in rain until you open the visor.... then you get water on the INSIDE of the visor... keep it shut even if it fogs...


oh learned the Droid loves water... so much that it'll drink itself to death... in the process of drying it now... :tt:


what did you learn today?

[Cutty72]

That black labs love water, and sharing said water with anyone within shaking distance...

[racedoll]

That black labs love water, and sharing said water with anyone within shaking distance...

I thought this was to be around riding?

thought this might be a cool thread... post up some things you learned today riding...

I learned that if I want to ride again I really need to wash my bike before going. It is a filthy mess!

[Cutty72]

I thought this was to be around riding?



I learned that if I want to ride again I really need to wash my bike before going. It is a filthy mess!

Sorry... it's what I learned today. :idk:

And why do you need to wash it? A dirty bike rides the same as a clean one...

[Trip]

ha ha, lol

i learned you are still a doucheknocker.

[Mr Lefty]

I thought this was to be around riding?



I learned that if I want to ride again I really need to wash my bike before going. It is a filthy mess!


it was... cutty is an idiot...

and you don't need to wash the bike to ride it... just wash it once a week as part of your weekly checkup on parts (chain, sprockets, ect)

ha ha, lol

i learned you are still a doucheknocker.

you should have known that by now...


I mean... FUCK YOU

[derf]

I learned that the bonzai habachi place by my parents house can royally fuck up sushi and I should never eat there again

[Full Throttle]

it was... cutty is an idiot...

and you don't need to wash the bike to ride it... just wash it once a week as part of your weekly checkup on parts (chain, sprockets, ect)


I learned i need to do this weekly checkup "weekly" and not monthly. Yea i have no teeth on my rear sprocket.

[Mr Lefty]

Really it should be every ride... but as I ride every damn day... checking the tires, chain, sprockets, oil, lights ect... gets old. I do it all weekly when I clean my chain

[Rangerscott]

I love the rain. I like watching it and being out in it. I was caught in heavy rain storm on the highway on a trip. It was raining so hard I could barely see the car in front of me that was probably 15 ft. I had to keep going 65 cause assholes had me boxed in. Car in front, pickup to the right, and pickup behind me. Water started standing on the highway.

[Mr Lefty]

I love the rain. I like watching it and being out in it. I was caught in heavy rain storm on the highway on a trip. It was raining so hard I could barely see the car in front of me that was probably 15 ft. I had to keep going 65 cause assholes had me boxed in. Car in front, pickup to the right, and pickup behind me. Water started standing on the highway.

that was me today... cept I wasn't doing 65... I was on back roads going 15mph because the roads were flooded... my pegs were under water in many of the sections... but it was raining so damn hard I couldn't see for shit!

it was a blast... till the lightening... fuck that shit!

[Rangerscott]

Lightning makes me tingle.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mp9nb52G4AE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ii9mcFUPHvY

[Mr Lefty]

yeah well wait till you SEE it hit 50' from you and your in 2' of water... talk about FEELING it... I felt like I stuck my tongue to a 9v...

[Trip]

yeah well wait till you SEE it hit 50' from you and your in 2' of water... talk about FEELING it... I felt like I stuck my tongue to a 9v...

yeah that shit sucks, I got a close call playing lacrosse in high school. A storm came in, so we all started running to the cars and a bolt hit in between all of us about the same distance from me as you got. Standing in water holding a big metal pole, zapped the shit out of me. It knocked two guys to the ground. We dropped all our gear and took shelter til it passed. Shit hurt. I dont like to ride in lightning either.

[Rangerscott]

When my father was a youngster working at a grocery store, he was helping the Dr pepper guy unload his truck. The driver was up in the back and he was on the ground. Lightning struck the truck and blew my dad back against the wall. The driver was on the ground. His glasses and rings were melted into his skin. His shoe soles were blown off.

[Mr Lefty]

fuck about it was, I saw the storm and was like... oh hell yes I'm going for a fucking ride! :lol: all was cool till the lightening...

I don't mind riding AROUND it... but fuck being in it!

[azoomm]

Wednesday I learned that at REI they have a pouch that you can buy for $10 that will dry out electronics. Go buy it. I didn't learn the name of said product, but it's by the travel bags and small pelican cases. :wink:

Today I learned the BMW-1200LT is a badass bike that is much more nimble than it would originally lead on. It has REVERSE and a power centerstand - holy moly!

[Tsunami]

Today I learned the BMW-1200LT is a badass bike that is much more nimble than it would originally lead on. It has REVERSE and a power centerstand - holy moly!

Explain this reverse function. Sounds great since I can't back up the bike while I am on it...

[Mr Lefty]

Explain this reverse function. Sounds great since I can't back up the bike while I am on it...

uh... it's like forward...only in the opposite direction

[racedoll]

Sorry... it's what I learned today. :idk:

And why do you need to wash it? A dirty bike rides the same as a clean one...


and you don't need to wash the bike to ride it... just wash it once a week as part of your weekly checkup on parts (chain, sprockets, ect)

It doesn't need to be clean, but I WANT it to be clean before I ride it again. Maybe I'll do that today since I washed the car yesterday.

[Amorok]

Yesterday I learned that I need to shoot a lot more often than what I do to keep my skills up. I also learned that S&W XD's, though popular, tend to jam quite a bit. 7 guys had them at the range yesterday and every one had multiple jams and misfires. My SIG went off without a problem every time.

[azoomm]

uh... it's like forward...only in the opposite direction

:lol: he's exactly right.

The bike is HUGE, so it kind of needs it. There is a switch by your left leg. Put it in neutral then switch to reverse, then shift into first gear... it slowly rolls backward.

[KSGregman]

I learned that my mind is willing to ride...but...my abs aren't quite able yet. Another few days and I'll be back on two wheels again. :/

[racedoll]

Yesterday I learned that I need to shoot a lot more often than what I do to keep my skills up. I also learned that S&W XD's, though popular, tend to jam quite a bit. 7 guys had them at the range yesterday and every one had multiple jams and misfires. My SIG went off without a problem every time.
S&W XD? Going to have to look this up.

[Cutty72]

S&W XD? Going to have to look this up.

Guessing he means Springfield Arms XD. :lol:

[Rangerscott]

I learned that ebbs is a weiner.

[racedoll]

Guessing he means Springfield Arms XD. :lol:

Well that is what didn't make sense. I've never had a problem with a Springfield but it doesn't mean that it couldn't happen, just seemed odd to me.

[Cutty72]

Well that is what didn't make sense. I've never had a problem with a Springfield but it doesn't mean that it couldn't happen, just seemed odd to me.

Me neither. Could have been ammo or mags to, both play a role in a firearms operation.

[derf]

I learned that ebbs is a weiner.

Old news

[Mr Lefty]

I learned that ebbs is a weiner.

Old news

no shit... that was apparent years ago... :lol:

[Smittie61984]

Well my motorcycle is in Atlanta and I'm in Savannah for another 5 weeks. But I do have my mountain bike (despite no hills) and learned that during a downpour because some parts of Savannah are below sea level water gathers like crazy and that you can splash through them and make motorcycle noises.

I really learned today that I miss my motorcycle.

[Trip]

no shit... that was apparent years ago... :lol:

yeah, but it's a lesson that deserves repeating.

[Mr Lefty]

yeah, but it's a lesson that deserves repeating.

yeah tell that to my ex... she came back 5 different times... some people... never learn :lol:

[Smittie61984]

Guessing he means Springfield Arms XD. :lol:

If 7 other guys jammed at the range then it's a S&W and he got the XD wrong.

[Rangerscott]

Just got done riding in another rain storm w/ lightning.

[Captain Morgan]

Just got done riding in another rain storm w/ lightning.

I didn't have lightning, but did ride through rain today. Had a pretty good ride, although I don't know that I learned anything today.

[Trip]

I learned the beemer will handle well in gravel with the Anakee 2s even two up. I love these tires.

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs015.ash2/34102_836126468785_9407014_46222077_1306702_n.jpg

[Captain Morgan]

I learned the beemer will handle well in gravel with the Anakee 2s even two up. I love these tires.


Looking forward to getting a pair when the death wings wear out.

[Tsunami]

I learned that my butt starts getting sore after 162 miles on the SV.

And my evaporative cool vest really helps with the heat.

And I don't think I can ride in temps hotter than 106 even with my vest on.

If you ever get a tetanus shot, riding heals the pain.

And I still suck at slow speed maneuvers :(

[Riceaholic]

I learned that grown men can't be babysat. RIP Frankie D. You were my good friend.

http://www.frankiedtattoos.com/main/index.html

[racedoll]

yeah tell that to my ex... she came back 5 different times... some people... never learn :lol:

And you taking her back each time is just as bad...

If 7 other guys jammed at the range then it's a S&W and he got the XD wrong.

I wasn't going to say it...

[Amber Lamps]

I've learned that I'm getting slower and my gf is getting faster! She has lots of raw talent and under the right conditions, with proper training, could give any girl and most men a run for their money.

[Krabill]

I learned that riding 1,000 miles in a day on a WR250R isn't all that bad.

[Adeptus_Minor]

Learned my jacket isn't NEARLY as waterproof when you don't snap all the buttons or close every vent (even a 1/4" matters)

Learned I need boots that aren't made of sponge... poured out 2" of water out of each boot...



While this isn't something I learned today, I've learned it recently.
Actually, mine would be more like:

Learned that a 9 year old water resistant jacket is not water PROOF.

Learned that there is no such thing as "not enough room for rain gear" as long as nature can find enough room for unexpected rain storms.

[the chi]

Well, Saturday I learned several things:

Harleys taking a header into compact cars lose the fight.

Illegals (be it immigrant or no insurances) are POS's and I hope they find the effer that took off while said harley rider was still IN THE CAR.

Small town cops/amber lamps drivers/firefighters are an interesting bunch, especially when they all grew up with the hubby. :lol:

Monsoons are only fun to watch from the porch or house, not ride in with no rain gear. (Felt and looked like we were riding through the movie Twister, I kept looking for the cow.)

Tree branches hurt when flung off overhanging trees in monsoon winds.

Sharing adventures with friends is never dull.

Oh, and I make one helluva emergency nurse since I carry everything for extracting glass, grit and stopping bleeding and can use it too! :lol:

[Mr Lefty]

And you taking her back each time is just as bad...


yeah that was the joke... :lol:

[Amorok]

If 7 other guys jammed at the range then it's a S&W and he got the XD wrong.

Nope, XD. I fucked up on the S&W part. My bad.

[marko138]

Nope, XD. I fucked up on the S&W part. My bad.
I've never had a single issue with mine. No jams.

[Amber Lamps]

Nope, XD. I fucked up on the S&W part. My bad.

I've also learned that Amorok can't be bothered to answer a pm when a Guy finds him a 2007 SV650 with under 1000 miles for about $3000... ;)

[Mr Lefty]

I've also learned that Amorok can't be bothered to answer a pm when a Guy finds him a 2007 SV650 with under 1000 miles for about $3000... ;)

did it have any punisher decals?

[Amber Lamps]

did it have any punisher decals?

Hmmm maybe that's the problem... Heck maybe he doesn't need/want a "sport bike" anymore....

[Porkchop]

I learned today that I have a blown fork seal. Got to the shop and a puddle was sitting on the ground. Don't know how the fuck that happened. FML


oh learned the Droid loves water... so much that it'll drink itself to death... in the process of drying it now... :tt:


Is it dead? Are you replacing it, or waiting a week for the X to come out?

[buzzcutt2]

Learned that I need a new chain and sprockets.

[Trip]

I learned jury duty still blows goats.

[Mr Lefty]

Is it dead? Are you replacing it, or waiting a week for the X to come out?

it powers up... fully boots... but the screen no longer works... as a touch phone it's useless...

the insurance has it on back order, they offered to replace it with an Eris... :lol:

uh... no thanks...

but I can't "upgrade"

[Dave]

it powers up... fully boots... but the screen no longer works... as a touch phone it's useless...

the insurance has it on back order, they offered to replace it with an Eris... :lol:

uh... no thanks...

but I can't "upgrade"

Tried the bag of rice trick?

[Rangerscott]

That "upgrade" shit if fucking stupid. They're making fucking dumptruck loads of money off of people's bills and they wont let you "upgrade" your phone within two years.

Let me upgrade my phone when ever the hell I want to and I'll keep paying my high ass priced bill.

[Dave]

Yesterday I learned that I need to shoot a lot more often than what I do to keep my skills up. I also learned that S&W XD's, though popular, tend to jam quite a bit. 7 guys had them at the range yesterday and every one had multiple jams and misfires. My SIG went off without a problem every time.

90% of people dont clean their shit. other peoples results dont necessarily count.

S&W XD? Going to have to look this up.

Guessing he means Springfield Arms XD. :lol:

Well that is what didn't make sense. I've never had a problem with a Springfield but it doesn't mean that it couldn't happen, just seemed odd to me.

its a croatian pistol SOLD by springfield. its really the hs2000 by hs produkt

[Dave]

That "upgrade" shit if fucking stupid. They're making fucking dumptruck loads of money off of people's bills and they wont let you "upgrade" your phone within two years.

Let me upgrade my phone when ever the hell I want to and I'll keep paying my high ass priced bill.

imagine giant waves of people "breaking" their phones anytime the latest and greatest came out. imagine you only get 1-200 dollars back on all those 8-900 dollar phones.

[Rangerscott]

imagine giant waves of people "breaking" their phones anytime the latest and greatest came out. imagine you only get 1-200 dollars back on all those 8-900 dollar phones.

You can't get a different phone through insurance so why would breaking your phone be mentioned. You don't go through the stores to get a broke phone replaced. You go through a 3rd party.

Latest and greatest dont come out as fast as you think. Say a new phone comes out every 6 months. Bill is $95 a month. I buy a new phone for $200 with renewing my 2 year contract. So I paid $200 and the phone really cost $600. So they're out $400.

New phone hits the store 6 months later. In 6 months I've paid almost $600. They've made their money off the phone and then some.

[racedoll]

I learned that if I want to ride again I really need to wash my bike before going. It is a filthy mess!

Well, I'm glad I didn't follow through with this... I got wet today and had I washed my bike I would have been totally pissed. Now I just have to remember to take care of my chain before it rusts, even if I do nothing else.

[DLIT]

I learned that Snowgoons are sick. Youtube 'em. Undergroud hip hop. Haven't been this excited about hip hop in a WHILE!!

[dReWpY]

i learned riding is still fun and need to do it more often

[Rangerscott]

I learned that riding 3 hours straight with hardly ever movin makes the butt i dont have hurt.