And Now She Owns A Bike!!!

[Amber Lamps]

Well we went and looked at it and she put a deposit on it! We're picking it up on Thurs Afternoon. Guess who has to ride it 60 miles...:panic: FWIW she is completely flat footed in these pics wearing flip flops...:lol:

http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll220/lontigger/kdk_0738.jpg

http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll220/lontigger/kdk_0736.jpg

[tached1000rr]

Congrats!:rockwoot:

[Rangerscott]

Squid. LOL

[Dave]

sweet! Now scoop up a set of the d&d pipes for that sucker!

[Amber Lamps]

sweet! Now scoop up a set of the d&d pipes for that sucker!


Yea there's a guy that was selling one that had a Yosh full system, air filter, jet kit, rear seat cowl, alarm and a tinted windscreen. He only wanted $400 more than this chick but my gf decided she wanted this one.:idk: I think that she's just tired of looking/waiting basically. Oh well, mama's happy-daddy's happy!!!:rockwoot:

It's actually another post we found today. The bike has less than 2,000 miles and the girl took $2850 so we said fuck driving another 20 miles to Raleigh!:lol:

[Sixxxxer]

Color Theif...

And those Rotors Crack me up.

[Kaneman]

Looks great man! Congrats.
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[Amber Lamps]

Color Theif...

And those Rotors Crack me up.

No fruit-pie! Her bike is Candy Thunder blue!!!:lol:

[Trip]

thats such a prettier blue than sixxxxer's bike :lol:

I'm pissed your g/f owns a better street bike than me. grrrrr.... must buy something soon.

[Amber Lamps]

thats such a prettier blue than sixxxxer's bike :lol:

I'm pissed your g/f owns a better street bike than me. grrrrr.... must buy something soon.


Why because you have a GS? Hahahahahahaha!!!! PUSSY!!!:lol:


Wow!!! I'll tell you what this bike is SLOWWWWWWWW!!!! I'm sorry 250 owners but I took it for a ride and I couldn't believe it! Sorry...

[Rangerscott]

If your gonna go with D&D, why not just go straight pipe at least that way it wont sound as bad.

[Dave]

and you call yourself a texan :lmao:

[cbrchick]

Cute little bike....

I'd like one just 'cuz. We need a bigger garage though for all our toys.

They'd be fun to outfit for the track. Super slow across the front and back straight, but a giggle none-the-less.

I think I day dreamed of smaller, cooler CC bikes when I was first getting into motorcycles that I just can't drop this desire to own one even if it would be a bit "boring" at times.

[Particle Man]

Awesome!

[Dave]

Cute little bike....

I'd like one just 'cuz. We need a bigger garage though for all our toys.

They'd be fun to outfit for the track. Super slow across the front and back straight, but a giggle none-the-less.

I think I day dreamed of smaller, cooler CC bikes when I was first getting into motorcycles that I just can't drop this desire to own one even if it would be a bit "boring" at times.

how hard is it to register grey market bikes in canada? if its easier than it is here id seriously consider importing an rgv250 or similar 2 stroke from the early nineties. def fix the speed problem :lol:

[Amber Lamps]

how hard is it to register grey market bikes in canada? if its easier than it is here id seriously consider importing an rgv250 or similar 2 stroke from the early nineties. def fix the speed problem :lol:

Oh yea, now I'd love to own a 2-stroke again! My old 350 was awesome to ride and the best teacher of throttle control I've ever had, apart from the V-Max that is!

[Apoc]

Now get her out there riding it so she's ready for msf!

Its been a few days since we had a good arguement here that didnt involve child molestors.

[Amber Lamps]

Now get her out there riding it so she's ready for msf!

Its been a few days since we had a good arguement here that didnt involve child molestors.

Nope, I have had her one the back and have been trying to point out "accident avoidance" techniques to her though. I'm trying to avoid putting anything in her head that might conflict with what she's gonna learn from MSF. I want her to get any "benefit" that can be had from it before I am forced to teach her "reality based" riding skills. Besides, if you haven't noticed, some of these MSF coaches have a "I'm right about everything" type of attitude and I don't want her to fail the class.

[Apoc]

We cant start a fight here if you keep doing what the msf lovers say! Now get her out riding that goddamn bike!

And make sure she drops it too, we need something to blame you for!

Im dying here with fuck all to do except watch my leg heal!

[Amber Lamps]

We cant start a fight here if you keep doing what the msf lovers say! Now get her out riding that goddamn bike!

And make sure she drops it too, we need something to blame you for!

Im dying here with fuck all to do except watch my leg heal!


Yea bro, but I don't feel like explaining bike controls and such to a newbie out in 90-100 deg heat! Fuck that!:lol:

[Apoc]

then ship her here to entertain me. I'll send her back only slightly more used than she was when I got her.

[azoomm]

Congrats to her!! Cool little bike.

Now, get HER to sign up here...

[Trip]

Why because you have a GS? Hahahahahahaha!!!! PUSSY!!!:lol:


Wow!!! I'll tell you what this bike is SLOWWWWWWWW!!!! I'm sorry 250 owners but I took it for a ride and I couldn't believe it! Sorry...

I don't own a street bike right now, so anyone who owns one has a better bike than me.

[Amber Lamps]

Congrats to her!! Cool little bike.

Now, get HER to sign up here...


Yea no thanks, I actually like the friends she has now. Besides, I definitely don't need an entire forum trying to convince her that her bf is a douchebag, asshole, squid, etc.:lol:

[azoomm]

Yea no thanks, I actually like the friends she has now. Besides, I definitely don't need an entire forum trying to convince her that her bf is a douchebag, asshole, squid, etc.:lol:

Man... if she hasn't figured that out already - she is beyond our help :lol:
:nee:

Skeeeeerd

[Amber Lamps]

FWIW her insurance is $32 per month for full coverage. Not bad for a 21 year old!:rockwoot:

[Amber Lamps]

Man... if she hasn't figured that out already - she is beyond our help :lol:
:nee:

Skeeeeerd


Yea well, why don't you give me your s.o.'s phone number....:lol:

Besides, if you think that I'M argumentative, you do not want to deal with my gf! To be honest with you, she reads a lot of these posts with me and the first thing she would do is blast all "those bitches" that have given me shit!!!:lol: Quite frankly, it's better for everyone involved if we just avoid that whole situation all together!!!:lol:

[Apoc]

never, ever invite the gf to join message boards your a part of. Just causes a mess. Cuz you know damn well you arent marrying her, and when its over, youll have to deal with personal shit, and internet shit when she starts bringing your relationship problems on here.

Truth.

[Amber Lamps]

never, ever invite the gf to join message boards your a part of. Just causes a mess. Cuz you know damn well you arent marrying her, and when its over, youll have to deal with personal shit, and internet shit when she starts bringing your relationship problems on here.

Truth.

Exactly! We've had couples actually "virtual argue" on this board before... No thanks, we almost never argue so far, I see no reason to do anything that could instigate an argument. In a nut shell, she has nothing to gain by joining and more importantly, I have nothing to gain by her joining so why do it?!?:lol:

[snigg]

ok she doesn't have to join but start posting more pics of her. preferably nude, k thnx.

[Apoc]

not only that, it seems women love 'getting the boards opinion' on every single arguement they have, no matter how minor. Then theres the posts everytime their child giggles, farts, or spits, and money problems brought up.

Ive never understood why some women want everyone to know everything that goes on in their lives.

[Amber Lamps]

ok she doesn't have to join but start posting more pics of her. preferably nude, k thnx.

Sorry those posts don't start until after the break-up but I can put you on the pm list with NtS, OSP, etc.

[VatorMan]

Congrats to her.:boobs:

[azoomm]

not only that, it seems women love 'getting the boards opinion' on every single arguement they have, no matter how minor. Then theres the posts everytime their child giggles, farts, or spits, and money problems brought up.

Ive never understood why some women want everyone to know everything that goes on in their lives.

Yeah... that sure sounds like all the women I know....

[Tmall]

Tig, I got dibs on nudes!

[Apoc]

Yeah... that sure sounds like all the women I know....


Maybe not soooooooooooo much here, but think back to how much of it went on *looks around* over there...

[Amber Lamps]

Tig, I got dibs on bides!

Noted.

[Cass]

Maybe not soooooooooooo much here, but think back to how much of it went on *looks around* over there...

Why do you think we left them *there* :)

[Tsunami]

FWIW her insurance is $32 per month for full coverage. Not bad for a 21 year old!:rockwoot:

Wow she does not look 21! She looks way more "womanly" than that.

[snigg]

Sorry those posts don't start until after the break-up but I can put you on the pm list with NtS, OSP, etc.

ok well put her in contact with me and we'll expedite that break up process.

[neebelung]

Nice!!!! Congrats!!!!

[Amber Lamps]

Wow she does not look 21! She looks way more "womanly" than that.

Smoking, drinking and tanning takes it's toll!:panic:

[Apoc]

:lol: Bless her sweet soul.

[Amber Lamps]

:lol: Bless her sweet soul.

Yea I'm trying to "convert" her to a non-smoker but it won't be easy. This chick puts away almost 2 packs a day!:panic:

[Apoc]

if she does anal, ya just gotta suck it up and deal with the smoking... wether you like it or not.

if she does a2m, your gonna have to buy the smokes for her.

[snigg]

and if she can smoke with her anus you need to just propose.

[Amber Lamps]

if she does anal, ya just gotta suck it up and deal with the smoking... wether you like it or not.

if she does a2m, your gonna have to buy the smokes for her.

I'll take a rimjob now and again but A2M might take her off the "kissing list" for a few days. I dated a girl that did that and it always kind of grossed me out...:lol: Aw but what do I know, I also won't kiss a girl after she swallows until she brushes her teeth! Although I bet YOU don't hesitate!:lol: You probably "snowball" as well as snowmobile!!!:wink: Yuck!

[Amber Lamps]

and if she can smoke with her anus you need to just propose.

Dude that's EXACTLY how Farrah died!!!


:sorry:

[Rangerscott]

Dude that's EXACTLY how Farrah died!!!


:sorry:



Too soon man. You have to wait 23 years till its funny.

[Amber Lamps]

Too soon man. You have to wait 23 years till its funny.

Oh that's right... the "South Park" theory... :sorry:

[Apoc]

i dunno, i thought it was pretty funny right now

[z06boy]

Cool looking little bike !! They really improved on the looks alot.

Cute girl no matter how old she is. :lol:

[Dave]

I'll take a rimjob now and again but A2M might take her off the "kissing list" for a few days. I dated a girl that did that and it always kind of grossed me out...:lol: Aw but what do I know, I also won't kiss a girl after she swallows until she brushes her teeth! Although I bet YOU don't hesitate!:lol: You probably "snowball" as well as snowmobile!!!:wink: Yuck!

oh man, i was really drunk and wasnt thinking things through once. :td:

[EpyonXero]

not only that, it seems women love 'getting the boards opinion' on every single arguement they have, no matter how minor. Then theres the posts everytime their child giggles, farts, or spits, and money problems brought up.

Ive never understood why some women want everyone to know everything that goes on in their lives.

Some of the dads are just as bad.

[racedoll]

Wow!!! I'll tell you what this bike is SLOWWWWWWWW!!!! I'm sorry 250 owners but I took it for a ride and I couldn't believe it! Sorry...

I always thought mine was slow too. It could barely get out of its own way.

Tell her congrats on the new bike! I hope she enjoys it.

[Amber Lamps]

I always thought mine was slow too. It could barely get out of its own way.

Tell her congrats on the new bike! I hope she enjoys it.

I'm sure she will! We're picking it up tomorrow after she gets out of class. I am not looking forward to that 60 mile ride!:lol:

[Rider]

I'm sure she will! We're picking it up tomorrow after she gets out of class. I am not looking forward to that 60 mile ride!:lol:

30 minute ride, tops.

[HurricaneHeather]

I always thought mine was slow too. It could barely get out of its own way.

Tell her congrats on the new bike! I hope she enjoys it.

I never thought it was slow until the first time riding it after I had gotten the Hornet. I just remember thinking the throttle must've been broken. :lol:

I was yelling at it, "GO ALREADY!" :lmao:

[Amber Lamps]

30 minute ride, tops.

Um not on this bike old buddy!:lol:

[Amber Lamps]

I never thought it was slow until the first time riding it after I had gotten the Hornet. I just remember thinking the throttle must've been broken. :lol:

I was yelling at it, "GO ALREADY!" :lmao:

Yea these bikes have a lot going for them but arm stretching acceleration is not one of them! :lol:

[the chi]

Quitcher whining Tig!! A 250 will hit at least 95-100 even with your big ole self on it! :lol: Mine would max at 106 with me on it...a bit slower for big guys, unless your going downhill...:lol:

[Amber Lamps]

Quitcher whining Tig!! A 250 will hit at least 95-100 even with your big ole self on it! :lol: Mine would max at 106 with me on it...a bit slower for big guys, unless your going downhill...:lol:

With a tailwind....:lol:

[Krabill]

Check it out . . . my WR is even faster than the little Ninja :lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuJXm5fLTcM

[Tsunami]

Check it out . . . my WR is even faster than the little Ninja :lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuJXm5fLTcM

The WR had a better start!

Though i think my Dr200 picks up faster than my EX500.

[Amber Lamps]

Hahahaha! That's it! I'm taking her to get a SV650 or something! That's just embarrassing!:lol: I'll be surprised if this bike makes it through the Summer!:wink:

[Rangerscott]

Check it out . . . my WR is even faster than the little Ninja :lol:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuJXm5fLTcM

I would think gears have a play in that.

[SoFlaSV]

Nice to see you sprung for gear too.

[Amber Lamps]

Nice to see you sprung for gear too.

Yea well, if she gets rashed I won't be able to fuck her until she heals!:lol: Besides, the lid was $49, the jacket was $59, and the gloves were $20 with free shipping. Plus she gave me most of the money so...:rockwoot:

[Rangerscott]

I'm thinking about buying the 650r


This could be your gal.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTuNz_j422U&feature=related

[Dave]

flyby sounded good. like the ER6N better though

[jalaan1]

good for her!

[Cass]

Besides, the lid was $49, the jacket was $59, and the gloves were $20 with free shipping. Plus she gave me most of the money so...:rockwoot:

It's really OK to spend money on gear.... you typically get what you pay for. Here's hoping she stays upright :)

[Amber Lamps]

It's really OK to spend money on gear.... you typically get what you pay for. Here's hoping she stays upright :)

СПЛОШНАЯ ПАКОСТЬ, this is the gear she wanted and it's all Scorpion/Joe Rocket brand. Not the best but at least she'll wear it. If it were left to her she wouldn't wear any gear and ride her over sized scooter in shorts, a tank top, a brain bucket on her head and her Armani sunglasses on her face! Fuck, she rides her quad without any helmet. In fact, I don't believe she owns an off road helmet!:lol:

And no she's not a "squid" or any such thing! She's NORMAL, it's all you gear Nazis that are weird! You're like 1 in 10, seriously... I ride everyday, and if I see 20 bikes, maybe 2 had on any kind of jacket (nylon or mesh-zero leather), almost none wear actual riding boots and NOBODY wears leather pants or any type of leg gear. NOBODY... but me, so nyahh!

[Krabill]

So if everybody else was jumping off a bridge . . . would you follow?

[Amber Lamps]

So if everybody else was jumping off a bridge . . . would you follow?

Man, did you ever fall for that goofy "logic" from your parents? :lol: Ha that argument always reminds me of my Goth friends. They all dress alike and claim non-conformity. :lol: Let's see...if I follow your group's ways then I am "thinking for myself" and "being my own man". If I do what the other group is doing then I am being a follower... hmmm. :lol:Besides, whether or not I wear gear has nothing to do with "popular opinion" and everything to do with my personal beliefs, wants and desires. I won't wear gear because you think I should and I won't not wear gear because Snigg doesn't.

[Dave]

So if everybody else was jumping off a bridge . . . would you follow?

depends on whats beneath me :lol:

[Amber Lamps]

depends on whats beneath me :lol:

I know right! Fuck I have jumped off a bridge several times because "everyone else was doing it"!!!:lol: We used to jump off a train bridge into the Grand River when I was a kid. Shit I am a "sheeple" oh noes!!!! Bahhhh!!!:lol:

[Krabill]

Well it just seams like your only argument against wearing gear is because "nobody else does". Sounds like a lame excuse to me, that's all.

[Amber Lamps]

Well it just seams like your only argument against wearing gear is because "nobody else does". Sounds like a lame excuse to me, that's all.

Son, I don't need an "excuse" to not wear gear. That's what you don't understand. Anyway, what was your excuse for riding without gear again? Oh yea, "the bank is only a few blocks away" or something like that? What is so funny is that I wear a helmet, a leather jacket (way better protection than any nylon pos), gloves, boots, leg armor and kevlar jeans when I ride. When my girl rides she'll be wearing a helmet, a mesh jacket, gloves, jeans and boots. I'm sorry that isn't good enough for you.:lol:

[Tmall]

Well it just seams like your only argument against wearing gear is because "nobody else does". Sounds like a lame excuse to me, that's all.

It was neither an excuse or a reason. He was simply stating, that most gear nazis live on the internet. Which I also agree with. He said, the majority of people he sees do not wear it.

And this is one of the few places that people think you're retarded for not wearing an athletic supporter and hockey pads to ride.

[Krabill]

When I went to the bank I still had on my jacket, boots, gloves, and helmet. The only thing I didn't put on were my overpants and yes, "I only have to go 2 blocks on a 25 mph street" is a much better excuse to not wear overpants than "well, nobody else does" :lol:

[Amber Lamps]

When I went to the bank I still had on my jacket, boots, gloves, and helmet. The only thing I didn't put on were my overpants and yes, "I only have to go 2 blocks on a 25 mph street" is a much better excuse to not wear overpants than "well, nobody else does" :lol:

U huh, I'm sure that the only time you've ever ridden without full gear...sure.

Anyway, my gf wants to know when you want to drag race? We kinda noticed that the WR posted was an "X" model which has quite a few differences from the model you own.:lol:

[Krabill]

The only difference is the tires. That one was stock, too. Mine's not. Just let me know when she wants to go at it ;)

[Amber Lamps]

The only difference is the tires. That one was stock, too. Mine's not. Just let me know when she wants to go at it ;)

Um...


* 17-inch wheels mount radial street rubber in 110 front and 140mm rear widths and help lower the seat approximately 1.4 inch compared to the WR250R.
* One-tooth smaller rear sprocket (13/42) works with the smaller-diameter tires to bring out the WR250X’s strong-accelerating character.
* Stiffer springs front and rear and street-oriented damping settings reduce pitch compared to the WR250R for excellent pavement performance.
* YZ/WR250-inspired semi-double-cradle frame uses a main frame of cast and forged aluminum sections, with high-strength steel downtube for excellent strength and rigidity characteristics.
* Asymmetrical swingarm provides excellent strength/rigidity balance and a dynamic look. Cast aluminum crossmembers, extruded arms and a 22mm rear axle are carefully tuned for optimum handling.
* Fully adjustable 46mm fork provides 10.6 inches of wheel travel. A forged lower triple clamp and a cast upper one help give outstanding front-end feel. An aluminum steering stem reduces weight.
* Linkage-mounted rear shock provides 10.4 inches of travel with adjusters for compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload—and features a 14mm rod and 46mm cylinder for excellent damping and fade resistance.
* Wave brake rotors front and rear, including a large, 298mm front disc, reduce unsprung weight and provide excellent performance. Rear pedal is forged aluminum.


Plus we figure that since her bike costs over $2,000 retail less (wow), that we'd go ahead and spend that money (plus whatever you have in yours) on upgrades!

Seriously, I'd go GS500F, DRZ400SM or something like that for $6,200, wow I had no idea!:panic: I would hope that your bike is faster/better for a third more money!!!!

Shit for $500 less... Hello!!!!:drool:

http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll220/lontigger/rs-125-replica-spain27s-n1_cropped_.jpg

I'd have to figure a way to get it on the street but :drool:

[Krabill]

17" wheels and the one tooth smaller on the rear sprocket gives the R/X identical final drive ratios.

The X has a larger front brake rotor and the suspension settings (clickers) are set differently than the R are from the factory.

Other than that, they are identical.

Oh yeah . . . nobody pays msrp for these things either. I got mine brand new for $4,299.

[Amber Lamps]

17" wheels and the one tooth smaller on the rear sprocket gives the R/X identical final drive ratios.

The X has a larger front brake rotor and the suspension settings (clickers) are set differently than the R are from the factory.

Other than that, they are identical.

Oh yeah . . . nobody pays msrp for these things either. I got mine brand new for $4,299.

Well you'd have to be fucking crazy!!! Holy shit!

Anyway, I'll let you know when she is ready and then it's on!!!:rockwoot:

[MILK]

Speaking of gear... On the way home I saw a guy with a helmet and a spine protector on. That was it for gear - he was dressed in Khakis and a short sleeve shirt. :lmao: I just thought it funny because it gave the impression that only his head and spine were important! :lol:

Tigger I bought a good majority of my gear used from other women off the forum. I got my leathers for $125! :) That's just another option to keep the cost factor down!

[z06boy]

Speaking of gear... On the way home I saw a guy with a helmet and a spine protector on. That was it for gear - he was dressed in Khakis and a short sleeve shirt. :lmao: I just thought it funny because it gave the impression that only his head and spine were important! :lol:



Hey I was coming home from the office and it was hot plus I didn't want to wrinkle the rest of my clothes. :rofl::rofl: :dt:

[MILK]

hey i was coming home from the office and it was hot plus i didn't want to wrinkle the rest of my clothes. :rofl::rofl: :dt:

squid!!!!!!!

[Amber Lamps]

Tigger I bought a good majority of my gear used from other women off the forum. I got my leathers for $125! :) That's just another option to keep the cost factor down!

Yea she doesn't want a leather jacket or a full leather suit to ride her EX250...:lol: Seriously, I had the same Joe Rocket Jordan jacket in pink leather even and she's like "Fuck That!". I'm sorry people but she's riding a 250, almost exclusively around town. For her this is literally a larger scooter and an accessory. She cared more about the color than anything else!:lol: I personally think she should have just kept her scooter but it was "too slow" so she decided to do this. She wanted a bike because they park right by school for $25 a year, otherwise you have to pay $500 a year to park across the street. Heck this bike will save her over $2500 in parking fees!:rockwoot: Look I know that some of you mean well and are coming from the best of intentions but seriously (and yes I've had and seen the injuries) not everyone needs to wear a full race get up every time they get on their bikes, I'm sorry.

[Kaneman]

Full body armor or go home!!

http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/1053/halomarine.th.png (http://img6.imageshack.us/i/halomarine.png/)
________
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[Amber Lamps]

Full body armor or go home!!

http://img6.imageshack.us/img6/1053/halomarine.th.png (http://img6.imageshack.us/i/halomarine.png/)

Hey have there been any new "Arby and the Chief" videos made lately? That shit is hilarious!

[HokieDNA01]

Yea she doesn't want a leather jacket or a full leather suit to ride her EX250...:lol: Seriously, I had the same Joe Rocket Jordan jacket in pink leather even and she's like "Fuck That!". I'm sorry people but she's riding a 250, almost exclusively around town.

I crashed twice on my 250 at about 45-50mph and thank GOD I had full leathers on. My friend just got a 250 the other day and had her first spill a week later on gravel. She is banged up pretty bad. Maybe Hurricane Heather can tell ya if getting hurt on a 250 is possible.

Please tell me you are just kidding with the "its a toy for her, she doesn't need protection" talk.

Do I wear full gear all the time? HELL NO. But to say that leather is over kill is crap. If she/you don't want to wear it, thats fine but don't say that a 250 is too small to hurt anyone. A woman on CF that lost her husband on hers might beg to differ.

[HurricaneHeather]

I crashed twice on my 250 at about 45-50mph and thank GOD I had full leathers on. My friend just got a 250 the other day and had her first spill a week later on gravel. She is banged up pretty bad. Maybe Hurricane Heather can tell ya if getting hurt on a 250 is possible.

Please tell me you are just kidding with the "its a toy for her, she doesn't need protection" talk.

Do I wear full gear all the time HELL NO. But to say that leather is over kill is crap. If she/you don't want to wear it, thats fine but don't say that a 250 is too small to hurt anyone. I woman on CF that lost her husband on hers might beg to differ.

You know, I am not a gear nazi, but I am amazed at how people seem to think that riding in town is safer than going out riding balls out in the country and such.

Tigger, I am not trying to change your mind or hers. I'm really not. But I got busted up pretty damn good on my 250, in town, two miles from my destination. Shit happens. It's best to be prepared than to have gravel cleaned out of your once very pretty skin.

[Amber Lamps]

I crashed twice on my 250 at about 45-50mph and thank GOD I had full leathers on. My friend just got a 250 the other day and had her first spill a week later on gravel. She is banged up pretty bad. Maybe Hurricane Heather can tell ya if getting hurt on a 250 is possible.

Please tell me you are just kidding with the "its a toy for her, she doesn't need protection" talk.

Do I wear full gear all the time HELL NO. But to say that leather is over kill is crap. If she/you don't want to wear it, thats fine but don't say that a 250 is too small to hurt anyone. I woman on CF that lost her husband on hers might beg to differ.

Aw man, Cathy I know a guy that was killed on his 50cc scooter, heck I knew a kid that was killed on his bicycle. Besides, wasn't that guy wearing gear when he died? You know that when you see someone ride by on a scooter, you don't think that they should have on full gear, do you? Of course not. In fact most people don't even look twice when someone on a cruiser goes by without full gear. In fact, if you saw someone on a Harley buzz by wearing a race get-up, that would be remarkable wouldn't it? In fact if my gf had purchased a 250cc Vespa absolutely none of this gear talk would be happening at all would it? Okay, I am incredibly stupid but if I was riding this bike strictly around town, there is no way I would wear full gear. Again I'm sorry that I don't agree with you.

[Amber Lamps]

You know, I am not a gear nazi, but I am amazed at how people seem to think that riding in town is safer than going out riding balls out in the country and such.

Tigger, I am not trying to change your mind or hers. I'm really not. But I got busted up pretty damn good on my 250, in town, two miles from my destination. Shit happens. It's best to be prepared than to have gravel cleaned out of your once very pretty skin.

See but here's the thing. She didn't want to wear anything (seriously), I talked her into the jacket and gloves. Now I'm getting pressure for her to wear full leather gear. I have honestly gone faster on a four wheeler than she'll ever go on this bike. I know that there is danger even if she kept it to 25 mph and never took it out of 1st gear. I understand that but, girls, she is not going to ride to class wearing a full leather suit, regardless of the circumstances, period. Neither would I.

[EpyonXero]

Speaking of gear... On the way home I saw a guy with a helmet and a spine protector on. That was it for gear - he was dressed in Khakis and a short sleeve shirt. :lmao: I just thought it funny because it gave the impression that only his head and spine were important! :lol:


Those spine protectors and flak jackets are the cool thing down here. Every time I go out at night in downtown Ft. Lauderdale I see guys with just a helmet and a spine protector/impact vest or no helmet and and a vest on.

[Tmall]

Tig, just say it with me.. Full gear is safer, but she chooses not to wear it..

Nobody here is even arguing any new points. You all are just repeating yourselves.

The atgatt crowd will be happy that they're right. And you can still thumb your nose and do whatever you want. :idk:

[Amber Lamps]

Tig, just say it with me.. Full gear is safer, but she chooses not to wear it..

Nobody here is even arguing any new points. You all are just repeating yourselves.

The atgatt crowd will be happy that they're right. And you can still thumb your nose and do whatever you want. :idk:


I know but they won't just leave me alone about it. It's like haven't you covered this shit before? Haven't I agreed that full gear is safer enough times? Yeesh! You know someone just accused me of ruining a thread but her I am on a MOTORCYCLE FORUM posting about a new bike and all anyone has to talk about is how she doesn't have enough gear, or her gear is too cheap, etc.

You know what you guys win! I'm joining what I suspect are the rest of the sheeple, me too crowd that goes along on these subjects but secretly does and wears whatever they want.

Ahem, my girlfriend wears a A* Octane full suit, SMX Plus boots and Gp Pro gloves whenever she rides. She's just finished her 5th track day and it was great! It is so well worth the money! It's too bad she's a girl and has too strong of a survival instinct to be competitive. She never speeds, does burnouts or wheelies because that would reflect badly on the motorcycling community as a whole. She thinks that GSXRs are the worst bikes ever and anyone who owns one is a squid. Finally, she agrees that the guy called Tigger on this forum is a complete douchebag for his beliefs and opinions. There that should cover it!:lol:

[HokieDNA01]

See but here's the thing. She didn't want to wear anything (seriously), I talked her into the jacket and gloves. Now I'm getting pressure for her to wear full leather gear. I have honestly gone faster on a four wheeler than she'll ever go on this bike. I know that there is danger even if she kept it to 25 mph and never took it out of 1st gear. I understand that but, girls, she is not going to ride to class wearing a full leather suit, regardless of the circumstances, period. Neither would I.

Tig I understand and respect that. I just don't want people reading this thread (and yes it may be more people than we think) that a 250cc 0-100mph motorcycle is too weak to hurt someone. I know you know that Tig but that is a misconception I hear all the time from people that actually believe it.

I actually heard a sales rep at our local honda dealer tell a guy buying a cruiser that "I ride a sportbike so I wear these armored guantlet gloves, but you are buying a cruiser I would recommend these fingerless gloves, they will keep the sweat off your hands" I couldn't believe my ears.

I think it kicks ass that your girl bought a bike and wants to ride, the world needs more women riders. I just think she should be fully aware of the risks, big fast bike or beginner bike, for injury. If she understands these risks and still wants to dress less, so be it. Shit I'm even anti-helmet law cause I hate the gov. telling me what gear to wear.

I just want new riders to be safe till they know what they are getting into.

[Kerry_129]

She's a big girl and capable of making her own decisions like the rest of us, but....
If it were me, I'd suggest looking into some quality mesh/armored gear, with reinforced/leather impact areas. I have a Cortech GX Air which I believe to provide a pretty decent level of protection, and it feels like I turned on an air-conditioner once I'm over 20 or so. I think it's actually cooler than nothing but a T-shirt. Mesh overpants are also pretty convenient & quick to put on/take off, and if worn over shorts are probably better protection than jeans alone (certainly better knee protection). Like I said though - her decision, and just my suggestion.

I don't wear full-leather 'around town' either, and don't blame her for not wanting to. But she really should understand the potential risk accurately - 'around town' and as a new rider is where she's most likely to take a spill and roadrash/busted-up joints are exactly the same for 30hp bike riders as 150hp bike riders, after all.

[Amber Lamps]

She's a big girl and capable of making her own decisions like the rest of us, but....
If it were me, I'd suggest looking into some quality mesh/armored gear, with reinforced/leather impact areas. I have a Cortech GX Air which I believe to provide a pretty decent level of protection, and it feels like I turned on an air-conditioner once I'm over 20 or so. I think it's actually cooler than nothing but a T-shirt. Mesh overpants are also pretty convenient & quick to put on/take off, and if worn over shorts are probably better protection than jeans alone (certainly better knee protection). Like I said though - her decision, and just my suggestion.

I don't wear full-leather 'around town' either, and don't blame her for not wanting to. But she really should understand the potential risk accurately - 'around town' and as a new rider is where she's most likely to take a spill and roadrash/busted-up joints are exactly the same for 30hp bike riders as 150hp bike riders, after all.

Btw I just got my Red Route jeans the other day and I have to say that I like them better than Draggin', Joe Rocket or Shift jeans. I took the knee armor out since I have my own and they are very comfortable.

True and 25 mph is 25 mph not matter what you are riding. Whether it be a bicycle or a MV Agusta. Like I said, if she had bought a 250cc scooter, no one would be saying shit about gear and you all know it! Anyway, I don't know what you all are talking about, my gf is 100% agatt! She's taken all the MSF courses and she has signed up for all of the track schools!:rockwoot:

[Particle Man]

Or you could allow her to make her own decisions and spend the time you'd be devoting to the gear talk bonin' her... Just sayin'...

[Amber Lamps]

Or you could allow her to make her own decisions and spend the time you'd be devoting to the gear talk bonin' her... Just sayin'...

You're right about that!!!:rockwoot:

[derf]

You're right about that!!!:rockwoot:

Yes he is absolutely correct, she is a big girl and should be able to make her own decision. However It would prolly be wise to show her pictures of that chick that lost 1/2 her skin from a bike accident, remember those pics, the cute blond wearing the blue panties with all the rash

I found a pic of her

http://b1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/00333/11/81/333651811_l.jpg

[Tmall]

And here's somebody who was wearing full gear.. Better sell the bike tomorrow. No point in riding in constant fear that it could happen to you too..

http://the5thdimension.files.wordpress.com/2009/01/motorcycle-accident-graphic.jpg

[Tmall]

Tig I understand and respect that. I just don't want people reading this thread (and yes it may be more people than we think) that a 250cc 0-100mph motorcycle is too weak to hurt someone. I know you know that Tig but that is a misconception I hear all the time from people that actually believe it.

I actually heard a sales rep at our local honda dealer tell a guy buying a cruiser that "I ride a sportbike so I wear these armored guantlet gloves, but you are buying a cruiser I would recommend these fingerless gloves, they will keep the sweat off your hands" I couldn't believe my ears.

I think it kicks ass that your girl bought a bike and wants to ride, the world needs more women riders. I just think she should be fully aware of the risks, big fast bike or beginner bike, for injury. If she understands these risks and still wants to dress less, so be it. Shit I'm even anti-helmet law cause I hate the gov. telling me what gear to wear.

I just want new riders to be safe till they know what they are getting into.


When in actuallity, all you (collective you) are really doing is stopping people from contributing and posting anything like this again.

How dare he show us something that makes him happy and not expect to get shit on?

I know you (actual you) mean no harm. It just gets old. There are very few new riders here from what I can tell. Also, myself and many others refuse to be some form of role model for newbies. If they want to learn, feel free to ask questions. Most people will answer them. But, why would I even pretend to be something I'm (collective I'm) not?

People ask me all the time what kind of bike they should get. I always tell them to steer clear of a SS and to be smart. That doesn't mean I'm going to go up to every newbie on an SS and beat his head in because he didn't listen to advice.


So.. In short, solicited advice=good..

Unsolicited advice = condescending

[Amber Lamps]

WOW!!! Game , set and match!!!:lol: I've always avoided going here. To be honest if you look at the numbers and if you want to use emergency room/ambulance horror stories to prove your point, he's right, none of us should ride at all!

[Amber Lamps]

When in actuallity, all you (collective you) are really doing is stopping people from contributing and posting anything like this again.

How dare he show us something that makes him happy and not expect to get shit on?

I know you (actual you) mean no harm. It just gets old. There are very few new riders here from what I can tell. Also, myself and many others refuse to be some form of role model for newbies. If they want to learn, feel free to ask questions. Most people will answer them. But, why would I even pretend to be something I'm (collective I'm) not?

People ask me all the time what kind of bike they should get. I always tell them to steer clear of a SS and to be smart. That doesn't mean I'm going to go up to every newbie on an SS and beat his head in because he didn't listen to advice.


So.. In short, solicited advice=good..

Unsolicited advice = condescending

Exactly, when I met her last year, her mind was set on getting a 600. As I got to know her better, she asked my opinion and I asked her some questions about her experience and what she was trying to do. I suggested the 250. She looked at it and said "No fucking way, it's ugly!". I showed her some other small bikes and it kinda sat there. Well here came Kawasaki with a decent looking beginner bike and she was in.

She has seen my scars and she is no stranger to injury. This is no Polly Anna here! I will not make a hypocrite of myself because she is a new rider. I will not tell her something that I myself don't believe. Now I have to leave and go get this dog! See ya!

[Amber Lamps]

Man that ride sucked! I don't give a fuck how many miles so and so put on their 250. I had that bitch to the stop for an hour!!!!:lol:

http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll220/lontigger/kdk_0749.jpg

http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll220/lontigger/kdk_0750.jpg

[tached1000rr]

I know there's a pic of you sitting on the 250 Tig. Post it up!

[Krabill]

We've got a local here in Tulsa who does long distance on his Ninja 250. He does 3-4 iron butts every year and he just finished up a 1,500 mile/24 hour ride last week.

[Dave]

I know there's a pic of you sitting on the 250 Tig. Post it up!

hear hear!

[Amber Lamps]

We've got a local here in Tulsa who does long distance on his Ninja 250. He does 3-4 iron butts every year and he just finished up a 1,500 mile/24 hour ride last week.

Yea well he can have it!!! I don't give a fuck if you know someone that has circumnavigated the entire Earth on one of these fuckers! I wouldn't mind cutting across town on one but that's it! My arms were buzzing for an hour after I got off this bitch! And no I don't have any pics but I'll take some this weekend to make you freaks happy!:lol:

[snigg]

What with the jordan stickers braH?

and do me a favor and post some pictures of your girl on her bike, in a bikini. thanks.

[derf]

What with the jordan stickers braH?

and do me a favor and post some pictures of your girl on her bike, in a bikini. thanks.

yes that seems very appropriate

[Homeslice]

Speaking of gear... On the way home I saw a guy with a helmet and a spine protector on. That was it for gear - he was dressed in Khakis and a short sleeve shirt. :lmao: I just thought it funny because it gave the impression that only his head and spine were important! :lol:


They wear those Icon back protectors because they think they look cool and because everyone else in the 23-and-under age group wears them.......Not because they are worried about protecting their back.

[Amber Lamps]

What with the jordan stickers braH?

and do me a favor and post some pictures of your girl on her bike, in a bikini. thanks.

Hey Brah people from Pitt don't talk like that...:lol: I got the Jordan plastics after I hit a deer last year. I like the way their race bikes look, white is my fav color and it was an option, so... why not?:rockwoot: I pay about $400 per kit shipped so I could change every year if I want.:rockwoot:

[Homeslice]

She's taken all the MSF courses and she has signed up for all of the track schools!:rockwoot:

"all" of the track schools?? which ones?

[Amber Lamps]

"all" of the track schools?? which ones?

I'm sorry bro, you probably didn't read the other posts. I'm just joking about the schools. I'm trying to keep all the various "Nazis" off my case. My girl is seriously only going to ride this this back and forth to school and a little bit around town. She's never gonna be draggin' knee at the Gap or whatever. She was basically tired of her 50cc scooter and went to this.:lol: She bought this bike for the same reasons 80% of people worldwide buy bikes, they're convenient and cheap transportation. Plus she likes the way it looks!:lol:

[101lifts2]

What with the jordan stickers braH?....

Looks like the Aaron Yates Jordan Suzuki replica from AMA Superbike.

[snigg]

Hey Brah people from Pitt don't talk like that...:lol: I got the Jordan plastics after I hit a deer last year. I like the way their race bikes look, white is my fav color and it was an option, so... why not?:rockwoot: I pay about $400 per kit shipped so I could change every year if I want.:rockwoot:

im not hatin', just sayin'

[Amber Lamps]

im not hatin', just sayin'

Oh no problem! Yo, you my snigger!:lol: Besides, I know it's a polarizing look, 50% hate it and 50% love it.:idk:

[Tsunami]

I don't know why everyone is beating up Tigger and his girl about gear. They both obviously know its safer to ride with full leathers. And while its dumb to think she can't get hurt on a 250, you guys all said your peace.

Let it go...

I'm geared up everytime i ride, and by that i mean lid, jacket, jeans, boots, gloves at a minimum, but seriously, who the hell wears full leathers to go to school or to the street corner to fill up for gas?

[Amber Lamps]

I don't know why everyone is beating up Tigger and his girl about gear. They both obviously know its safer to ride with full leathers. And while its dumb to think she can't get hurt on a 250, you guys all said your peace.

Let it go...

I'm geared up everytime i ride, and by that i mean lid, jacket, jeans, boots, gloves at a minimum, but seriously, who the hell wears full leathers to go to school or to the street corner to fill up for gas?

These guys!!! AGATT!!!:lol: Oh and I never said that she can't get hurt on a 250 but there's little danger of a high side! :lol: I did say that she can't get hurt on her 250 any worse than she would on her scooter. Like I said, no one would bat an eye if she went by on a Vespa wearing a lid and street clothes but her bike says "Ninja" on it so it's AGATT!!! 25-45 mph has the same danger regardless of what you are on! If I went by riding a bicycle doing 25mph wearing biker shorts and a t-shirt, no one would think about it but if I go by on a motorcycle doing the same 25 mph I'm a SQUID!!!!:lol: Not to mention the automatic pass cruiser riders get! At the rally there were a couple squeaks about Shane riding his 'Busa wearing jeans, but not a peep was mentioned about Eric and Amorok wearing jeans on their cruisers.:idk:

[Homeslice]

If I went by riding a bicycle doing 25mph wearing biker shorts and a t-shirt, no one would think about it but if I go by on a motorcycle doing the same 25 mph I'm a SQUID!!!!:lol:

Dude how often does anyone do 25 on a motorcycle :lol

Shit, even just going 2 blocks to the drug store I'm breaking 50 :shrug:

[Homeslice]

I'm geared up everytime i ride, and by that i mean lid, jacket, jeans, boots, gloves at a minimum, but seriously, who the hell wears full leathers to go to school or to the street corner to fill up for gas?

Liars, or people who never make such short trips in the first place.

IMO it's not impressive for someone to say they wear full gear all the time, when "all the time" means only weekend rides.

[Tsunami]

These guys!!! AGATT!!!:lol: Oh and I never said that she can't get hurt on a 250 but there's little danger of a high side! :lol: I did say that she can't get hurt on her 250 any worse than she would on her scooter. Like I said, no one would bat an eye if she went by on a Vespa wearing a lid and street clothes but her bike says "Ninja" on it so it's AGATT!!! 25-45 mph has the same danger regardless of what you are on! If I went by riding a bicycle doing 25mph wearing biker shorts and a t-shirt, no one would think about it but if I go by on a motorcycle doing the same 25 mph I'm a SQUID!!!!:lol: Not to mention the automatic pass cruiser riders get! At the rally there were a couple squeaks about Shane riding his 'Busa wearing jeans, but not a peep was mentioned about Eric and Amorok wearing jeans on their cruisers.:idk:

I wouldn't get on a scooter or a cruiser without wearing the same as i do now. An accident is an accident no matter what type of two wheeler you are on. So whoever was giving Shane crap and gave Eric and Amorok a pass obviously wasn't too bright. As for a bicycle, never gave much thought to that, why use man power when i can use a motor :lol:

You can still get hurt going 25 mph. People blow stop signs and lights all the time, the dreaded left turn into your path, non to mention getting hit at the parking lot, etc. Heck you can get rear ended just by sitting at the stop light!

I mean she is wearing something...She's not on there with a tank and flip flops. I wear mesh in the summer, i know its a one time crash jacket, and not as durable as leather or even a tighter textile weave, but i'll get another one if and when that happens.

[Tsunami]

Liars, or people who never make such short trips in the first place.

IMO it's not impressive for someone to say they wear full gear all the time, when "all the time" means only weekend rides.

call me a big squid, but i don't wear full leathers even on weekend rides...granted i mostly fart around on my little bike. The only times i ever wore a full suit is at the track. and maybe like 2x on a streetride.

[Amber Lamps]

Dude how often does anyone do 25 on a motorcycle :lol

Shit, even just going 2 blocks to the drug store I'm breaking 50 :shrug:

Yea son, you don't ride a Ninja 250.... trust me 25mph is well within the realm of possibility! :lol: 0-60 on the bike is ....eventually...:lol: If you are going only two blocks, I'm not sure you can make it go over 50 mph in that distance. Oh and you don't deal with the traffic here. Sure we catch 50-60 at times on the way to school but believe it or not, it's not often unless you're getting crazy. The speed limit is 25 or 35 the entire 4 or 5 miles and takes a good 10-15 minutes every morning no matter what we drive/ride.:idk: Hell, I've taken her in her Porsche and it takes 10-15 min.:panic: I think I made it in under 10 one time when we were running late put I was asking for it!:lol:

[Amber Lamps]

Liars, or people who never make such short trips in the first place.

IMO it's not impressive for someone to say they wear full gear all the time, when "all the time" means only weekend rides.

Exactly! I'm on a local board and we have our share of "gear Nazis"/full leathers guys. Try getting them to go on a ride when it's over 85 degrees... no fucking way! Guess what? It's 80+ plus here for 3 months in the Summer. I can't tell you how many AGATT guys I've met with under 10,000 miles on 5 and 6 year old bikes.:lol: AGATTOIDRAA...All Gear All The Time Or I Don't Ride At All!

[Amber Lamps]

I wouldn't get on a scooter or a cruiser without wearing the same as i do now. An accident is an accident no matter what type of two wheeler you are on. So whoever was giving Shane crap and gave Eric and Amorok a pass obviously wasn't too bright. As for a bicycle, never gave much thought to that, why use man power when i can use a motor :lol:

You can still get hurt going 25 mph. People blow stop signs and lights all the time, the dreaded left turn into your path, non to mention getting hit at the parking lot, etc. Heck you can get rear ended just by sitting at the stop light!

I mean she is wearing something...She's not on there with a tank and flip flops. I wear mesh in the summer, i know its a one time crash jacket, and not as durable as leather or even a tighter textile weave, but i'll get another one if and when that happens.


Yea, I honestly believe that she is wearing appropriate gear for the type of riding she is doing. It's just that simple.

[snigg]

Yea son, you don't ride a Ninja 250.... trust me 25mph is well within the realm of possibility! :lol: 0-60 on the bike is ....eventually...:lol: If you are going only two blocks, I'm not sure you can make it go over 50 mph in that distance. Oh and you don't deal with the traffic here. Sure we catch 50-60 at times on the way to school but believe it or not, it's not often unless you're getting crazy. The speed limit is 25 or 35 the entire 4 or 5 miles and takes a good 10-15 minutes every morning no matter what we drive/ride.:idk: Hell, I've taken her in her Porsche and it takes 10-15 min.:panic: I think I made it in under 10 one time when we were running late put I was asking for it!:lol:


pics of her in the porsche, in a bikini. thanks.

[Apoc]

Yea, I honestly believe that she is wearing appropriate gear for the type of riding she is doing. It's just that simple.

Plus, its her skin.

It all rots the same in a box. The maggots will eat it, road rashed or not.

Her decisions, and she'll live or die by them. I cant tell you how many times ive ridden in boots, gloves, sunglasses, and a half helmet, t-shirt, and jeans with a bandana over my mouth. While traffic around here is very low, im still taking a chance.

Though I cant say i'd aggressively ride a sportbike, in anything but jacket, gloves, full face and boots. All that is more than enough. I've never worn MC pants on the street ever. Im not about to tell anyone else they should.

And, the front of a truck doesnt hurt any less with a jacket.

[Dave]

Yea son, you don't ride a Ninja 250.... trust me 25mph is well within the realm of possibility! :lol: 0-60 on the bike is ....eventually...:lol: If you are going only two blocks, I'm not sure you can make it go over 50 mph in that distance. Oh and you don't deal with the traffic here. Sure we catch 50-60 at times on the way to school but believe it or not, it's not often unless you're getting crazy. The speed limit is 25 or 35 the entire 4 or 5 miles and takes a good 10-15 minutes every morning no matter what we drive/ride.:idk: Hell, I've taken her in her Porsche and it takes 10-15 min.:panic: I think I made it in under 10 one time when we were running late put I was asking for it!:lol:

by her age im guessing boxster? she better have a stick or you'll need to trade her ass in!

[Kerry_129]

Yea son, you don't ride a Ninja 250.... trust me 25mph is well within the realm of possibility! :lol: 0-60 on the bike is ....eventually...:lol: If you are going only two blocks, I'm not sure you can make it go over 50 mph in that distance.

:bs: 0-60 in ~5.5sec, 1/4mi in ~14.5 @ 88mph is pretty slow for a bike, and they have nothing under 10-grand or so - but I think you're exaggerating just a wee bit, no?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7oYECAwiMY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4dhIaMY2Pw

If you really can't hit 50 in a couple of blocks, you need to learn to rev & shift it, Nancy. :nee:

(Granted, riding 'normally' around town in the (lack of) midrange & having to rev the snot out of it to get any motivation at all would get kinda old. :lol:)

[Amber Lamps]

Especially after having GSXR power!!! IA.m curious how they did a 0-100 test considering the bike won't do 100 mph...at least not with my fat ass on it!:lol:

[Amber Lamps]

by her age im guessing boxster? she better have a stick or you'll need to trade her ass in!

Yep! I'll get pics later.

[Particle Man]

pics of her in the porsche, in a bikini. thanks.

plus freakin' one to that!

[Dave]

Especially after having GSXR power!!! IA.m curious how they did a 0-100 test considering the bike won't do 100 mph...at least not with my fat ass on it!:lol:

exactly! you know the K56s are FREAKS. ive never seen a bike fuck off into the sunset faster than Gixxer1k's

Yep! I'll get pics later.

werd. :whatwhat: