Author Topic: Motorcycles (Read 56055 times)

floop · « **Reply #180 on:** September 26, 2012, 10:54:53 AM »

Quote from: The Poster Formerly Known As Crass on September 25, 2012, 12:04:21 PM

Damn this was a let down but good to know because I was planning on getting an older Honda. I think my plan will be too get a Honda Rebel, get used to a bike and have it mastered (I already know its gonna take a long time before I get it down). Then move up to a Triumph Scrambler.

nothing wrong with getting an old honda. old hondas are fucking awesome. it's just if you are looking for something extremely reliable and/or it's your primary means of transpo then maybe not best option.

i'd like to learn how to work on bikes more but i really don't have a lot of free time. i'm a pussy and take my bike to a shop, but i'm lucky to have several shops near my house, so it's not too much of a pain

Deekay · « **Reply #181 on:** September 26, 2012, 03:47:59 PM »

Quote from: Fastfreddy on September 24, 2012, 10:35:25 AM

Quote from: floop on September 24, 2012, 10:04:09 AM
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Quote from: Deekay on September 22, 2012, 05:22:27 PM
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Ive been thinking about getting a bike and motorcycle license for a few months and now I've decided to do it. I just dont know what bike to get... Im thinking yamaha xs 80-83 or something or a honda cb. Anyone got an advice?

I just want a super reliable bike that runs a long time without having to be worked on, just use that shit every day. I found a super rad 1972 CB500, but is a 72 reliable enough or should I get something newer?
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unless you know how to work on bikes yourself, if you want something extremely reliable i wouldn't recommend getting a 40 year old bike
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I agree,
old hondas are cheap, and that's what makes them appealing to a first time buyer (that and the fact that they are extremely easy to modify)
but get ready for a headache if you aren't mechanically inclined.

I realize that question made me seem super ignorant... Ive had dirtbikes and shit so I know how to turn a wrench, I could get help from my dad too if its something bigger, hes had bikes all his life.

I guess the real question is; is it worth it still, or should I look into something newer? I dont want to spend as much time in the garage as on the street with that thing. If not, anybody got tips? I dont want to spend too much on my first bike, plus I kinda just want it to be gritty looking.

Smell Good · « **Reply #182 on:** October 05, 2012, 09:28:05 AM »

Watched this last night on NetFlix. I want to start following MotoGP now.

Rayden · « **Reply #183 on:** October 08, 2012, 08:36:23 AM »

Wanted to bring this back to the first page for the dudes contemplating taking the MSF course.

I just took the course over the weekend. It was pretty good and I believe it helps a lot for people that are new to bikes. I had never even sat on a motorcycle prior to the class, but the way it is set up it gets your comfortable with the bike pretty quick.

Just dont drop the bike at the end during the 4 evaluations.

floop · « **Reply #184 on:** November 03, 2012, 04:20:43 PM »

took my bike for a spin today after not having ridden in way too long. feels good

(gratuitous photo)

cfnp · « **Reply #185 on:** November 03, 2012, 05:59:38 PM »

old honda cb's are super fun. here's some more pictures of my 650 and some friend's 550's, 750's, and 450's

cfnp · « **Reply #186 on:** November 03, 2012, 06:10:20 PM »

noone1234 · « **Reply #187 on:** July 02, 2013, 08:09:12 PM »

i have a stock '82 ironhead sportster that im trying to get back on the road after sleeping for +10years. after i ride around on that for bit/get a job, im fend to turn it into a lane splitting chop.......not that anyone cares.

finecojeffe · « **Reply #188 on:** July 03, 2013, 05:41:13 AM »

raised my suspension a while back. I'll be taking the bike out of commission in a bit since riding season here is over until fall in order to change the seat and tank and do some much needed maintenance.

Pango · « **Reply #189 on:** July 04, 2013, 03:31:54 PM »

Quote from: floop on September 24, 2012, 10:04:09 AM

Quote from: Deekay on September 22, 2012, 05:22:27 PM
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Ive been thinking about getting a bike and motorcycle license for a few months and now I've decided to do it. I just dont know what bike to get... Im thinking yamaha xs 80-83 or something or a honda cb. Anyone got an advice?

I just want a super reliable bike that runs a long time without having to be worked on, just use that shit every day. I found a super rad 1972 CB500, but is a 72 reliable enough or should I get something newer?
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unless you know how to work on bikes yourself, if you want something extremely reliable i wouldn't recommend getting a 40 year old bike

Im on the same boat and I'm planning to get my licences in August, I'm into cafes or bobbers so you would recommend something less than 40 years? Also around what price range would be good for a starter?

Gray Imp Sausage Metal · « **Reply #190 on:** July 05, 2013, 05:35:08 AM »

Quote from: noone1234 on July 02, 2013, 08:09:12 PM

.....not that anyone cares.

i love sportsters and care a lot. post some pics.
just had quite a bit of work done to mine. i'm living overseas without a garage or tools so i get my local indie shop to do it.

The Drew · « **Reply #191 on:** July 05, 2013, 07:24:14 AM »

Quote from: Gay Imp Sausage Metal on July 05, 2013, 05:35:08 AM

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.....not that anyone cares.
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i'm living overseas without a garage or tools

same boat... no tools or garage... as soon as i have enough money saved (im a tenth of the way there, and if everything works to plan then by this time next year ill be all the way there) for my project im going to strip my bike down and finally get round to building my norton inspired cafe (I ride an SR)

next week i have to borrow some tools so i can change my brake pads and chain

Jackburton · « **Reply #192 on:** July 05, 2013, 11:02:29 AM »

First bike:

My brother went and got his license a couple weeks ago, been thinking about doing the same. He said he had to take it in some of the worse rain he has experienced. He said there was a lot of standing water, even though the test regulations said no standing water. One guy even slid out and people, including two old ladies failed because they would not take the turn at more than 20 mph or so.

Anyways, here are some bikes I have always thought were pretty sick:

noone1234 · « **Reply #193 on:** July 05, 2013, 11:25:36 AM »

Quote from: Gay Imp Sausage Metal on July 05, 2013, 05:35:08 AM

Quote from: noone1234 on July 02, 2013, 08:09:12 PM
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.....not that anyone cares.
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i love sportsters and care a lot. post some pics.
just had quite a bit of work done to mine. i'm living overseas without a garage or tools so i get my local indie shop to do it.

noone1234 · « **Reply #194 on:** July 05, 2013, 11:27:09 AM »

heres apic of that cast iron cylinder

Gray Imp Sausage Metal · « **Reply #195 on:** July 06, 2013, 10:41:15 PM »

Quote from: The Drew on July 05, 2013, 07:24:14 AM

same boat... no tools or garage... as soon as i have enough money saved (im a tenth of the way there, and if everything works to plan then by this time next year ill be all the way there) for my project im going to strip my bike down and finally get round to building my norton inspired cafe (I ride an SR)
next week i have to borrow some tools so i can change my brake pads and chain

sucks huh? look forward to said norton-inspired SR

Quote from: Jackburton on July 05, 2013, 11:02:29 AM

First bike:

ahaha! i had a pee-wee 50
nightsters are sick. don't know why harley discontinued them.
anyway, there are still lots around so you should be able to pick one up.

Quote from: noone1234 on July 05, 2013, 11:27:09 AM

heres apic of that cast iron cylinder

you're going to be a busy boy, look forward to the finished product.

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what my bike is currently looking like

noone1234 · « **Reply #196 on:** July 06, 2013, 11:40:58 PM »

you live in japan? and is that a 1200 sportster?

Gray Imp Sausage Metal · « **Reply #197 on:** July 07, 2013, 03:59:08 AM »

Quote from: noone1234 on July 06, 2013, 11:40:58 PM

you live in japan? and is that a 1200 sportster?

yes and yes (1200L anniversary edition)

The Drew · « **Reply #198 on:** July 07, 2013, 04:14:23 AM »

nice bike mr gay imp

Gray Imp Sausage Metal · « **Reply #199 on:** July 07, 2013, 08:43:28 AM »

Quote from: The Drew on July 07, 2013, 04:14:23 AM

nice bike mr gay imp

thanx mate, it took a while but i finally have it set-up how i want.

mattofallmatts · « **Reply #200 on:** March 25, 2014, 11:27:17 AM »

Going into the garage to tool on my 76 Yamaha TT500.

Not my photo above, that thing is fucking cherrrry though.

Mine is all flat black ratted out with street tires and stripped down a bunch. I'll post some photos later today.

Perfect CAWk · « **Reply #201 on:** March 25, 2014, 01:24:59 PM »

This is my cousin's bike. He lets me ride it when he isn't being a selfish prick.

spool of cord · « **Reply #202 on:** March 25, 2014, 11:59:11 PM »

that twin valve thumper is a hog! you're doing yourself a disservice with the street tires though, thats what the XTs were made for. Get that sucker out in some mud, the woods, sand dunes, tundra etc and get er wide open!

mattofallmatts · « **Reply #203 on:** March 26, 2014, 05:53:07 AM »

Quote from: spool of cord on March 25, 2014, 11:59:11 PM

that twin valve thumper is a hog! you're doing yourself a disservice with the street tires though, thats what the XTs were made for. Get that sucker out in some mud, the woods, sand dunes, tundra etc and get er wide open!

Yeah, I'll be getting some knobby tires as soon as I get her running proper. She'll get to to get dirty, don't worry.

mattofallmatts · « **Reply #204 on:** March 26, 2014, 10:20:32 AM »

Just cleaned up the whole exhaust...

Some shit I'm dealing with right now.....

Rad.....

Lot of work to do. Finally have a garage to work out of and found a good local dealer that can get these 40 year old parts.

pancake man · « **Reply #205 on:** March 26, 2014, 02:51:50 PM »

Those goggles though

mattofallmatts · « **Reply #206 on:** March 31, 2014, 12:14:39 AM »

DUDE. I almost got her to kick over yesterday. Need to find a flywheel puller to get that fucking thing off and clean it up, reset the jet on the carburetor, and it should be ready to tear ass.

pizzarules · « **Reply #207 on:** March 31, 2014, 12:23:50 AM »

Quote from: mattofallmatts on March 26, 2014, 10:20:32 AM

Just cleaned up the whole exhaust...

Some shit I'm dealing with right now.....

Rad.....

Lot of work to do. Finally have a garage to work out of and found a good local dealer that can get these 40 year old parts.

is this the one on craigslist in petaluma or shit?

pizzarules · « **Reply #208 on:** March 31, 2014, 12:29:38 AM »

Quote from: mattofallmatts on March 31, 2014, 12:14:39 AM

DUDE. I almost got her to kick over yesterday. Need to find a flywheel puller to get that fucking thing off and clean it up, reset the jet on the carburetor, and it should be ready to tear ass.

have you heard of metal rescue?

mattofallmatts · « **Reply #209 on:** March 31, 2014, 12:49:26 AM »

No it's not on craigslist.

No what is Metal Rescue?

edit:

word.

This is what the points system looks like now.

Cleaned the fuck out of the flywheel too, just need to pull it off and finish scrubbing her down. Possibly replace the magneto, we will see...