Minnesota Riders

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster hahahahhahaaa. Andy, I had no idea that you felt that way about sheep.... I've always been an animal lover.

Originally posted by fjorn I heard Blues Traveller was playing last night. I would've walked down to watch, but on the other hand I hate crowds so I'd of stayed home and cleaned the garage or done something else. The term crowd wouldn't due. I would say more like a 'mass' of people. Hopefully there won't be any trouble. There is no way there are enough cops down there to handle anything this big getting outta hand.

Exactly. Now you know how I feel on the 4th of July here. :lol :lol

Originally posted by fjorn Exactly. Now you know how I feel on the 4th of July here. :lol :lol What goes on there on the 4th? Big fireworks over the lake or something like that?

Just ordered this from Kneedraggers: ----------------------------------------- Galfer Superbike Brake Kit - Honda CBR600RR - Front Lines w/ HH Pads ----------------------------------------- :rock

Originally posted by afabbrin Just ordered this from Kneedraggers: ----------------------------------------- Galfer Superbike Brake Kit - Honda CBR600RR - Front Lines w/ HH Pads ----------------------------------------- :rock :cool: I just ordered some Arata Rearsets from them as well.

Originally posted by afabbrin What goes on there on the 4th? Big fireworks over the lake or something like that? Parade within a block of the house, fireworks a couple blocks away, and worst of all, a carnival across the street. :rant :rant

Originally posted by Anubis :cool: I just ordered some Arata Rearsets from them as well. :cryin

Originally posted by Anubis :cool: I just ordered some Arata Rearsets from them as well. Now there is something I really want. I'm, with fjorn.. :cryin

Originally posted by fjorn Dangit John! You let the cat out of the bag about being bound and gagged by the neighbor. :rant Yeah, Noob wishes!!!:boobies :boobies :boobies

Anybody want to go for a ride today? I've got some piddly shit to do around here, but then I can escape for a while. Give me a call 651-464-4545.

Sorry, working on da house. Then may be heading over to New Richmond to the in-laws. Supposed ot look at their computer and get rid of a bunch of spy-ware. :rant May ride over there if Darci is up to it as well.

You are welcome over whenever you want. I might stop by your place this afternoon too. We'll see.

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster You are welcome over whenever you want. I might stop by your place this afternoon too. We'll see. :lol :lol I meant ride over to New Richmond if we go over there today. You're welcome to swing by. Be warned though, the house is trashed. Nothing like a little demolition work. :crash

Fine. Be that way! I didn't want you to come over and drink my beer anyway! :p j/k

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster Fine. Be that way! I didn't want you to come over and drink my beer anyway! :p j/k Ehh, we wound up not going to New Richmond tonight after all. Went to a BBQ down in Circle Pines instead. Played some volleyball and stuff, and we rode down there. Awesome night for riding.

All in favor of Fjorn changing his avatar back say aye! That new one is just plain rediculous! :mad:

Originally posted by Severe All in favor of Fjorn changing his avatar back say aye! That new one is just plain rediculous! :mad: Aww, man.... What's wrong with Bill the Cat and Opus? :dunno

Well Shawn, there are just certain things in life we come to expect on a day-to-day basis. For me, those things include my dog farting in bed :no , getting caught at the same damn red stop light by my house :mad: , and seeing the 'swaying' penguin! :jump Now tell me, of those things, what would fulfill YOUR day? :crash

BTW, anybody catch that FOX 9 News story? I totally spaced it.

The FOX 9 story was lame as expected. And talked only to some of the "UNSANE RIDERZ" guys who I guess were our representitives.. LOL. And they talked to the Highway Patrol. The only sane viewpoint from a rider was them talking to a former stunter/SA rider who gave it up after getting caught and spending $4K getting outta trouble. All in all it wasn't as bad as I expected and at least it was at 9pm on a Sunday evening.

Originally posted by Severe Well Shawn, there are just certain things in life we come to expect on a day-to-day basis. For me, those things include my dog farting in bed :no , getting caught at the same damn red stop light by my house :mad: , and seeing the 'swaying' penguin! :jump Now tell me, of those things, what would fulfill YOUR day? :crash There's still a penguin in my avatar. :crash

I saw that news thing too. What a waste of my life. Blah blah blah, bikers are all a hazard to the road. Aside from that guy crying on tv bcuz he was caught, there wasn't anybody representing the responsible riders.

I missed the show last night. I'll have to see if their website has the story online...

You didn't miss much Shawn.

So what's going on up north this week fellas? Any new gossip? :bandit

Did you really think the LOCAL media was going to offer a FAIR and BALANCED view of motorcycling/sportbikes? They presented about as much fairness as they do when they cover the War in IRAQ. Someone should have directed them to our group of riders to get a FAIR and BALANCED perspective. Most of the PUNK/SQUIDS don't ride with gear and all they are interested in is STUNTING. What a JOKE!

Originally posted by Anubis So what's going on up north this week fellas? Any new gossip? :bandit Aside from a BS motorcycle story the news did, not much. I get to ride over to New Richmond tonight. Oh joy.... :p

Mark, you should know that intelligent & responsible riding doesn't make the ratings...

Originally posted by markeddy Did you really think the LOCAL media was going to offer a FAIR and BALANCED view of motorcycling/sportbikes? They presented about as much fairness as they do when they cover the War in IRAQ. Someone should have directed them to our group of riders to get a FAIR and BALANCED perspective. Most of the PUNK/SQUIDS don't ride with gear and all they are interested in is STUNTING. What a JOKE! You almost can't blame them for seeing sportbikes the way they do. I mean look at how many riders are out there making the case for them. But then again as journalists (and I use the term loosely with local news reporters) they should know that there is two sides to every story.

I was laughing at the part when the MN HP guy was telling the story of the people on "crotch rockets" toying with him. He said that the bikes slow down for him, then speed away. They even showed a couple of bikes that stayed about 100-200 yds in front of a cop car & out of clear video range. :lol :lol :lol I was cheering for the bikers to get away. :finger: cops

And BTW, just to add my .02, in the Bible, no matter which version you prefer, it states that man's laws are to be obeyed just the same as God's. It does not specify anything about the "spirit of the law", so whatever mandates which apply to you in your state/region are laws which you, as a Christian, must follow, regardless of your personal interpretation of the law.

Originally posted by Haulnazz15 And BTW, just to add my .02, in the Bible, no matter which version you prefer, it states that man's laws are to be obeyed just the same as God's. It does not specify anything about the "spirit of the law", so whatever mandates which apply to you in your state/region are laws which you, as a Christian, must follow, regardless of your personal interpretation of the law. In the famous words of Superintendent Chalmers, "Take it outside, God-boy." Can't you go waste the time of some other thread? Maybe something on your side of the country? I can't believe that you would create an account on the R1-forum and go to the Minnesota riders thread and try preaching to us. Isn't your 17 year old boss at Rusty's Frozen Custard shop yelling at you to clean up something? I also can't believe that you posted your entire life on the internet for all to see. Clicky clicky (http://students.ou.edu/P/Jeremy.R.Popkess-1/) Also, why do you preach to me about breaking the law with the occassional wheelie or stoppie? Why don't you practice what you preach and take off Christina Aguilera's picture off your website? And why did you build that stripper pole & stage in your mom's basement? SINNER! SINNER! SINNER! Long story short, f off. We don't want you around here. Go practice in your marching band some more, you fag.

That is the greatest reply I've read in a long time... LMFAO :lol :lol

Chill out, I was reading this from a link from a current topic concerning the changing of motor vehicle laws concerning motorcyclists. I created the account because I own one and happen to enjoy this website. Secondly, I'm not even attempting to be preaching or "bible-beating" because honestly I don't care whether or not people choose to disobey speeding laws or laws similar in nature. . . what you do is your own choice. I was simply stating a fact that the Bible happens to have a passage that specifies that man's laws apply. (think of the movie Dogma, where they say, "that which man has made manifest (laws) will be made so by God") But I'm glad you seem to think my school-time managerial position has anything to do with knowledge of the Bible, or for fact, my right to post things.

I think if channel 9 would have interviewed about 15-20 people on the Buddy List they would have gotten a very rounded perspective of who/what sport bike riders are. I think our list has a little of everything on it...from people that do track days, to group rides to each other's house for get togethers to going out on group rides, some stunting, to people that ride and are single or have families. They would have gotten a great story about what it means to ride seriously, for fun, leisure, or just hanging out. By NOOOOOOO....

FYI.... Clicky (http://kmsp.com/themes/default/news/investigators/story.asp?)

Well it looks like I'll be riding again soon, as long as things work out with my bank. I found a pretty good deal on a ZX6R, it's a blue 2003 all stock with 1000 miles for $6,500. I've never ridden one before but from what I've heard it's a nice bike. The only things i don't like are the ugly front end and stupid gauges with the digital tach. It might be a little diasappointing after riding an R1 for a year but it's 2 grand/yr less in insurance and I need to try something besides Yamaha after 4 or 5 years riding nothing else. For some reason my banker was ready to cut me a check for the full amount on Friday but when she went on vacation she told this new guy that I had to have $1500 down, i don't get it but it sucks. I was thinking I would be waitning until next year but then i remembered my renters credit check for $1100 is coming in the next couple weeks. I should be smart and wait but I'm dying to ride again, I think I was taking it for granted because not riding really sucks.

I'm not too happy about the article, but it's done. At most we can do is contact them and ask for a rebuttal article. Which, supposedly I've heard people say they've already requested.

People can request a follow up article, but is that the best thing that we can do for the sport? You know that they are not going to do a segment on responsible & smart riding. The damage has been done, we should just let it fade away. It's like a 17 y.o. kid that I know who got pulled over & ticketed for having an open bottle in his car. The newspaper wrote him up saying that it was underage consumption, so his father called the newspaper all ticked off and they offered to run another article with the correct information in it. Well, he said no. Just let it fade away. Tomorrow will be something else. Like how some people don't actually use the crosswalk to cross the streets!!! :eek: :eek: :eek:

True, it'll pass, and being on 9 I doubt a lot of people really saw it...

BTW, construction sucks on 94 heading towards Hudson. :rant It took me well over an hour to get from St. Paul to New Richmond last night. :rant :rant I was going to call Andy and see about swinging by his place real quick on the way home, as I was going to go thru Stillwater, but it was 9:00 when I left New Richmond and I didn't feel like making any stops except for gas. 9,100+ miles so far on the odometer. :jump

Stop be any time. Yeah - there seems to be construction on every major road in the metro at the moment. The drive to/from Bloomington each day is killing me...

It was cold last night as I was approaching the St. Croix river. It felt like some places had dropped well into the 50's, between that and the countless amount of bugs that were getting plastered all over me and the bike, it made for somewhat of a rough ride. Not to mention having a laptop strapped to the back. :no Would've been a nice nite for a ride if I didn't have 20 pounds of gear strapped on my back. I was going to swing by and check out the bike, as well so you could check out the CRG's. On a side note, I'll check the calendar for Sunday, and if I'm able to, I'll schedule another northern ride (Centerville to Taylor's Falls, and further north into Wisconsin) if anyone is interested. :thumbup It's about a 2.5 to 3 hour ride, more if we want to stop for lunch somewhere. Grantsburg maybe if we go that far?

I'm new to the minneapolis area and want to find some people to ride with. I've been to lake calhoun. Is there a certain time people meet up there?

:hellobye What kind of riding are you looking for? That may help to determine what you will find.

Originally posted by fjorn It was cold last night as I was approaching the St. Croix river. It felt like some places had dropped well into the 50's, between that and the countless amount of bugs that were getting plastered all over me and the bike, it made for somewhat of a rough ride. Not to mention having a laptop strapped to the back. :no Would've been a nice nite for a ride if I didn't have 20 pounds of gear strapped on my back. I was going to swing by and check out the bike, as well so you could check out the CRG's. On a side note, I'll check the calendar for Sunday, and if I'm able to, I'll schedule another northern ride (Centerville to Taylor's Falls, and further north into Wisconsin) if anyone is interested. :thumbup It's about a 2.5 to 3 hour ride, more if we want to stop for lunch somewhere. Grantsburg maybe if we go that far? I could wear a wig and ride bitch with someone... :boobies

This is spendy, but sooooo tempting. I've heard that Road America rocks. http://www.sportbiketracktime.com/events/index.html You'll find Road America under the August dates.

Ouch, that is spendy. Hey, maybe you should wear your wig for that, too! it'd only be $100 then...

:lol :lol You may be on to something there! Although with the AMA Team Duc being there I don't want to take a chance on being chased around the pits by Bostrom...

Originally posted by afabbrin I could wear a wig and ride bitch with someone... :boobies :lol :lol The majority of the roads that we'd be on are fairly low traffic, country rides. I'd almost suggest throwing your plastics back on for it. :yesnod

I think I might go for that!

Originally posted by afabbrin I think I might go for that! :thumbup I'll have a better idea this evening and will post up here and at MNSBR. Basically, aside from about 10 mile son MN WHy 97, and about 8 miles on US HWY 8, the rest are country or county roads with minimal traffic. All in all, it's about 125 miles up to Cushing and back. :boobies Ask Mark, John, Sara, Jeremy, Steve or Dennis about the last few roads we were on. :rock

Yeah, they were pretty good ones Shawn. I will like them better after I get to know them a bit more.

Shawn, you should stop over at my place so I can check out your CRGs as well.

I'll see about swinging by tonight John.

I,m looking to go on group rides ya know. 2-3 hours along long the St Crouix or something. I don't stunt but I like to ride fast. The ride fjorn was talking about sounds interesting. ps: I don't where flip flops when i ride.

Originally posted by fjorn I'll see about swinging by tonight John. Sure. Just call ahead of time. It's the wife's orders. :fact

So far, Sunday is looking good... For those of you interested in the ride, this page has some pics of the first few roads: http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=37009&perpage=40&pagenumber=210 If possible, I'd like to start the ride in the morning, but for those of you who go to church and want to go I can hold off until early afternoon.

LOL I thought you were just making fun of Jesse & his migitage word. :lol

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster Sure. Just call ahead of time. It's the wife's orders. :fact :lol :lol Well, I'm going to head up and get some gas in the bike so I don't have to stop tomorrow morning. Consider this your warning I'm stopping by. :crash

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster LOL I thought you were just making fun of Jesse & his migitage word. :lol That too. :crash A classic Freudian slip Jesse. :thumbup

Originally posted by afabbrin :lol :lol You may be on to something there! Although with the AMA Team Duc being there I don't want to take a chance on being chased around the pits by Bostrom... If you don't want Eboz to chase you around the pits playing grab ass, my gut tells me you'd be better off wearing a wig...

:lol :lol

Okay, here's the deal... Time: Sunday, August 1st meet at 9:00am Stands up at 9:15am Place: Amoco at County Road J and Centerville Road in White Bear Township. This is one block west of 35E on the SE corner. I'll lead a ride from White Bear Township through mostly back roads up to Taylor's Falls, and then just a little north of Cushing, WI and back. We'll end the ride at 35E and County Rd. 22 in Wyoming like we did last time. There's a DQ, McDonald's or other places to eat. Villiage Inn or Trappers is an option as well. Those are more of a sit down restaurant. All in all, the ride will be about 125 miles or so, and will take about 2.5 hours counting a rest stop in Taylor's Falls and then gas stop on the way back. Nice country roads, good twists and generally low amounts of traffic. Most likely even less Sunday morning.

I will be unable to make that early morning time. I have Church at 10:00 and won't make it back home until around Noon. If it was later I would be up for it, sorry.

Yeah, I was thinking about the time on that Mark for those of you who go to church. For myself, I have a number of things going on in the afternoon (remodeling, etc) that I need to work on so morning is best.

If I end up getting a bike this week and could manage to wake up that early I'd go.

Originally posted by fjorn Okay, here's the deal... Time: Sunday, August 1st meet at 9:00am Stands up at 9:15am Place: Amoco at County Road J and Centerville Road in White Bear Township. This is one block west of 35E on the SE corner. I'll lead a ride from White Bear Township through mostly back roads up to Taylor's Falls, and then just a little north of Cushing, WI and back. We'll end the ride at 35E and County Rd. 22 in Wyoming like we did last time. There's a DQ, McDonald's or other places to eat. Villiage Inn or Trappers is an option as well. Those are more of a sit down restaurant. All in all, the ride will be about 125 miles or so, and will take about 2.5 hours counting a rest stop in Taylor's Falls and then gas stop on the way back. Nice country roads, good twists and generally low amounts of traffic. Most likely even less Sunday morning. I'm in if I still have insurance. I called them two days ago to cancel, but I wonder what day it actually ends. I'll find out tomorrow and let you know what's up. Maybe I should keep liability so I can do this once and a while.

I might be out of town or else i would be down to go. whats with the early morning stuff. Especially early sunday morning?

I like the riding when it's early and there's no traffic or anything but getting up before noon is tough for me. It's funny but when I ride that early I don't expect any trouble so I go even faster than usual. I made it from EP to Rosemount in less than 25 minutes when i went to DCTC. It's hard to resist opening it up when there's three empty lanes and you can see miles in front of you and don't expect a cop to be on the lookout.

You should try B.I.R. in Spetmeber if you like to go fast. You can top it out every lap down the straight. And then if you're really feeling spunky you can lean it into turn one at that speed!

If I have the bike and the money I'll be there. DCTC is fun but I definitely want to try BIR. Hopefully I'll get to do both before the cold gets here.

Originally posted by feltenpatrick I'm new to the minneapolis area and want to find some people to ride with. I've been to lake calhoun. Is there a certain time people meet up there? Come to the SA at 394 & Louisianna at 10 PM any nice night. There are some of us that don't just go out and cause trouble. We go on some good rides, and if you like to go fast, have at it. It's also a good place to meet people that like to go for rides at other times. We usually get 8 - 10 people to ride on weekends during the day, and go out to some cool places. Look for the silver '03 with the ART high mount pipe.........that's me. I'm always up for riding.

Originally posted by 00R6 If I end up getting a bike this week and could manage to wake up that early I'd go. I'll sell you my bike. Tell you what, you buy my bike and I'll throw in an alarm clock!:yesnod

Originally posted by luttersj I'll sell you my bike. Tell you what, you buy my bike and I'll throw in an alarm clock!:yesnod :lol :lol What are you going to do then? 600 for track racing? :dunno

Yeah, something like that. I'm not sure yet. One option is to get a different (Read: cheaper) streetbike (a used VFR or something) and then pick up a crashed 600 from crashed toys. If I play my cards right, I could get both of those bikes for the cost of my bike. After looking on cycle trader, it looks like I can safely expect to get $8500 or so...

Is your bike paid off? Or is it the other costs that are expensive for you? Also, if it's expensive now for you, I would think that getting a track bike and doing trackdays/racing would be more expensive in the long run.

well, it's not paid off now, but it will be by the time spring rolls around (when I think the ball will really start rolling). As far as expense, I'm doing the trackdays now. I'm just not comfortable on my street bike (afraid of crashing) and I think I'd have more fun on a 600 at the track. Plus, more and more my street riding has become less agressive. So if I could get a nice sport touring machine and a 600 for the same price as my bike, that really wouldn't change much. Then there's the potential challenge of rebuilding a crashed bike. That sounds like fun to me. At this point it's just an idea. Something to hash over for a few months. however, if someone wanted to buy my bike right now, that might help speed up my decision... I am concerned, however, that a sport touring bike will leave me wanting more. I've never ridden a VFR, but I've heard the suspensions aren't very adjustable, they weigh 450 pounds dry and have the same power output as current 600s.

Originally posted by luttersj Yeah, something like that. I'm not sure yet. One option is to get a different (Read: cheaper) streetbike (a used VFR or something) and then pick up a crashed 600 from crashed toys. If I play my cards right, I could get both of those bikes for the cost of my bike. After looking on cycle trader, it looks like I can safely expect to get $8500 or so... Do it!!!!!!

Posted up on MNSBR earlier...might have to sell the R1 (sometime in the near future) if anyone is interested, please let me know.

I hear ya Sheldon. Instead of a VFR though, I'd look at a Yammie FJR. I've talked to a lot of people who own them, and nothing but high praises for them. Shaft drive, torque and HP to satisfy. That's probably what I'm looking at getting in a few years. Mostly because I want to start doing long distance rides, and the R1 isn't the most comfortable or have room for luggage. Also, my wife likes to ride, but on long distance tours, I don't think she'd want to go that far on her own, so this way she could sit on the back comfortably. If I don't get an FJR, I'll go with a V-Max. Hell, I just might get both. :sneaky Otherwise, what about something like an FZ-1 or FZ-6 or along those lines? Not much lose in power, more comfortable than a sport bike, and less expensive. Just a few options. As to the track costs, I realize you're already doing them. I was thinking more along the lines of increased track time and parts such as tires, maintenance, track fees and so forth causing prices to go up. Just brainstorming is all....

The tires are a little more, but you don't go through them too much more than DCTC. If you get your race license (which you could do right now if you wanted to with a 600) then Edge Performance B.I.R. trackdays are only $90. But what's even better is if you have a race license you can participate in Friday pre-race practice days. Anyone with a CRA license can ride those - even if you aren't racing that weekend. This is a full trackday schedule for $50.00!!

For sure I'd consider the FJR, FZ1, etc. Also, the SV1000, Falco, Superhawk and the likes. I want to try and combine comfort with minimal loss in performance. I've got some research to do, there's no doubt. I think it would be worthwhile to get my license even if I don't race. Just for the discount!

:lol :lol I suppose a SecaII is out of the question? :dunno Then again, if we upgrade the wife's bike, I'll either sell it to Goody and his wife if she doesn't have one or to John's wife. Who knows, I may just keep it and use it for an early spring/late fall/incliement weather bike. Decisions, decisions...

I was actually leaning towards a GSXR 1000 for my next bike until I found out how much cheaper insurance on a 600 would be. That's about what I got from insurance for my bike so I would be interested if it wasn't for that.

Yeah, if you're young, have accidents or tickets on your record, the insurance companies don't like 1000s. For me (28, married, own my home, multiple policies with same agent, clean record), full coverage is under $25/month. I don't know your situation, but have you thought about getting quotes from different companies? I use State Farm. Here's my agent's info. (http://www.statefarm.com/apps/agentLoc/AgentInformation.asp?na=US&st=23&ofc=3424) if you're interested...

FJORN sounds like fun if you guys don't mind id like to ride with you on sunday ill be there at 9 im new to the area and the forum should be fun

Sure, swing on up for the ride.

We are always glad to see new faces. 04 huh? Nice! What color?

Don't bring a blue '04. R1Speedmaster may steal it!

Originally posted by afabbrin Don't bring a blue '04. R1Speedmaster may steal it! John prefers pink and purple...

Originally posted by fjorn John prefers pink and purple... LOL. Only when I hang out at the 90's as my alternate ego named "Juanita". :ugh Andy is right. If it's blue, don't hold it against me if I drool all over it. :thumbup :thumbup :thumbup

I'm pretty sure State Farm wouldn't insure me because I have two tickets on my record. A few of the companies I called wouldn't even insure an R1. With 1 ticket last year i paid $1800 through Progressive and this year with two tickets they wanted $2800. One good reason that I can't wait to turn 25.

Give State Farm a call, find out what it would cost. You've got nothing to lose...

The real penguin is back! Somehow everything seems just right in the world...:makeout

LOL. Tux SUX!

I have the grey one with M4 cans i wish i would have got the full system i may have to upgrade

Look what Corey got..... :bandit

Damn... Nice. Is that Brembo brake coomponent stock?

Originally posted by afabbrin Damn... Nice. Is that Brembo brake coomponent stock? Yes it is. :cool: Now I'm just trying to figure out how to set up the GP shifting.... :dunno

Yeah. I want to do that too. Please post what you did once you get it working.

Originally posted by afabbrin Yeah. I want to do that too. Please post what you did once you get it working. K... I figured it out. Took her for a test ride... and I don't like it.... Maybe I'm weird or something, but I prefer the normal shifting style.

Originally posted by Severe The real penguin is back! Somehow everything seems just right in the world...:makeout All :bow :bow :bow before the mighty Tux!

Originally posted by Anubis K... I figured it out. Took her for a test ride... and I don't like it.... Maybe I'm weird or something, but I prefer the normal shifting style. In my best voice of Nelson from the Simsons, "Hah hah!" What did you expect? You are from Wisconsin, of course you're wierd. Naw, I bet you'll like it. You just have to get used to it first. Give it a few weeks.

What is that animation from?

Ok...got insurance put back on the R1 today (the bank made me do it), so I now have the option of riding...what is going on this Sunday with that ride?

Originally posted by afabbrin What is that animation from? What animation? :dunno

Originally posted by YZF Bliss Ok...got insurance put back on the R1 today (the bank made me do it), so I now have the option of riding...what is going on this Sunday with that ride? You have a loan and you didn't know you had to have insurance? :confused: Anyways... Here's the info about the ride on Sunday: Time: Sunday, August 1st meet at 9:00am Stands up at 9:15am Place: Amoco at County Road J and Centerville Road in White Bear Township. This is one block west of 35E on the SE corner. I'll lead a ride from White Bear Township through mostly back roads up to Taylor's Falls, and then just a little north of Cushing, WI and back. We'll end the ride at 35E and County Rd. 22 in Wyoming like we did last time. There's a DQ, McDonald's or other places to eat. Villiage Inn or Trappers is an option as well. Those are more of a sit down restaurant. All in all, the ride will be about 125 miles or so, and will take about 2.5 hours counting a rest stop in Taylor's Falls and then gas stop on the way back. Nice country roads, good twists and generally low amounts of traffic. Most likely even less Sunday morning.

Originally posted by fjorn You have a loan and you didn't know you had to have insurance? :confused: I had her in storage...what was the point... BTW- Bike is officially up for grabs...please please make me an offer if you are really interested. 2001 Yamaha YZF-R1 Color- Blue Miles- 9959 Slightly rashed from a very low speed lowside (mainly the right side). Brand new tires. BT's Devil Titanium High mount exhaust, this pipe looks and sounds BEAUTIFUL (I still own the original titanium pipe)! Stage 2 Jet Kit Kevlar Brake lines [(both front and rear) I still have orginals]. Just serviced recently...all the maintence was done professionally. Frame (2 sets), Bar, and Spool sliders. Zero Grazity (dark smoke) windscreen (Still own stock windscreen).

I think you should put the stock pipe back on and give me the Devil exhaust. By the way I still owe you :dollar :dollar :dollar for the ice cream.

That's a bummer. Have you been able to sell your gloves & jacket yet? Are you going to get something else or just get out of the sport entirely?

I am DONE!

Originally posted by fjorn What animation? :dunno Your avatar.

Originally posted by Anubis Look what Corey got..... :bandit Oh, I forgot. I was making too much fun of you Corey that I forgot to say congrats. Those look awesome. Can you tell a difference in your riding position? Are they worth the, what, $400?

Originally posted by YZF Bliss I had her in storage...what was the point... What the point was is that even if you have it in storage, and there is a lein against it you at a minimum must provide comprehensive (theft, vandalism, fire etc) insurance. This goes for pretty much everything with a lein against it: bikes, cars, homes, boats, etc. It's to protect you and the lending company should something happen to it. That sucks though you are getting out of riding entirely. :( Any particular reason? :dunno

Originally posted by afabbrin Your avatar. Dunno... I found it doing a google search for something linux related. I've had the .gif for over 2 years and started using it here. I've always been on mailing lists until I joing this place...

Originally posted by fjorn :( Any particular reason? :dunno I have come to the conclusion that with everything happening (back and neck pain, and also the fact that I MUST get back into school) that the R1 is a burden (as bad as that must sound). I cannot keep supporting something that in reality is not goin to help me in the long run. I need to stop thinking about myself and start thinking about my future. I just cannot do this anymore, just the fact that I have a bike that I do not even fully enjoy riding anylonger is stress enough. The Zuma will have to do until I can find a better solution.

My bank lets me take the full coverage off when it's in storage.

Originally posted by YZF Bliss I have come to the conclusion that with everything happening (back and neck pain, and also the fact that I MUST get back into school) that the R1 is a burden (as bad as that must sound). I cannot keep supporting something that in reality is not goin to help me in the long run. I need to stop thinking about myself and start thinking about my future. I just cannot do this anymore, just the fact that I have a bike that I do not even fully enjoy riding anylonger is stress enough. The Zuma will have to do until I can find a better solution. That sucks, but understandable on thinking about the future. It's harder to get back into school once you've been out for a while, but at this point in your life, it's critical that you do. As to the Zuma, mod that thing out!!! :rock Still sucks though. You going to do the ride Sunday morning? :dunno

Originally posted by 00R6 My bank lets me take the full coverage off when it's in storage. They let you drop all insurance, or is it in "storage" where you have comprehensive on it that covers it while it's not being driven? There's a difference between them.

Originally posted by fjorn You going to do the ride Sunday morning? :dunno I might be doing some underage drinking Saturday night with a few buddies of mine...so we'll see if I get a hangover the next morning. I probably won't (I just usually pass out before I ever get to that point...1, 2...FLOOR!).:beer

You really should go to school while you still can. You can buy a new R1 when you have finished and are making more money.

Originally posted by YZF Bliss I might be doing some underage drinking Saturday night with a few buddies of mine...so we'll see if I get a hangover the next morning. I probably won't (I just usually pass out before I ever get to that point...1, 2...FLOOR!).:beer :lol You are a light weight.

Sara a lightweight.... Cheap date! :sneaky :lol :lol

I didn't go to college until I was 23, but it would have been nice to be out by then instead just starting... Plus I felt like the old fart of the bunch. Although that never seems to change! :cryin

I started college at 23 when I was finished with my active duty with the Marine Corps. But my college experience wasn't fun. I too felt like the old guy of the crowd and I was working full time and (at the end) took care of my oldest boy in between school & work. Yep, school sucked for me. But on the other hand, one of my sociology profs wanted to have sex with me. :sneaky:

BTW, the professor was a woman. Don't get any more of your twisted thoughts Shawn!

Originally posted by fjorn Sara a lightweight.... Cheap date! :sneaky :lol :lol Yeah, I pride myself on that...it is cheap fast and fun, OH YEAH! BTW- I do NOT want to feel like a old spinster when I go to college that is why I am rushing to get off my butt and actually go for it. Anyone have any suggestions on good colleges? So far I am really leaning towards UW River Falls, and U of M Duluth (I want to go there pruely so that I can get a season pass and go snowboarding whenever I darn well please).

You should apply to one of the private schools like St. Thomas or St. Johns or St. Kates, but if you do, I recommend you get your 2 year somewhere else first bcuz they are so darned expensive. They are really good schools tho. Classroom size of about 12-14 people average.

Originally posted by YZF Bliss Yeah, I pride myself on that...it is cheap fast and fun, OH YEAH! BTW- I do NOT want to feel like a old spinster when I go to college that is why I am rushing to get off my butt and actually go for it. Anyone have any suggestions on good colleges? So far I am really leaning towards UW River Falls, and U of M Duluth (I want to go there pruely so that I can get a season pass and go snowboarding whenever I darn well please). Depends on what you want to go to school for. I'm partial to Winona State myself

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster BTW, the professor was a woman. Don't get any more of your twisted thoughts Shawn! Me?! :confused: You're the demented pervert who drew this map....

I only pointed out the obvious that you like to play with yourself... :finger :finger

hahahahhaa. Don't start that again!!!

Originally posted by goody1 Depends on what you want to go to school for. I'm partial to Winona State myself Haha! That's where I'm going for the bachelor party this weekend! I think UMD would be a great place if they have the program you are looking for - since Duluth is awesome if you like to bike, inline skate and the general outdoors. The best location I've been to so far though is Northern Michigan University, Marquette. For the outdoors person there is no better.

Originally posted by Abe Froman Came home last night and Grant told me to come down in the garage. There was sitting one of these Holly balls. You're kidding.... :eek: :bow

I don't know who Grant is, but I like his bike!!

I can't wait for your comparison remarks. You should be able to give a good comparison.

Originally posted by afabbrin Haha! That's where I'm going for the bachelor party this weekend! I think UMD would be a great place if they have the program you are looking for - since Duluth is awesome if you like to bike, inline skate and the general outdoors. The best location I've been to so far though is Northern Michigan University, Marquette. For the outdoors person there is no better. That's where I'm from. I love going to the bars down there and paying so little for a drink compared to up here:beer

Actually the wife and I are heading down there tomorrow morning as well

Originally posted by afabbrin Holly balls. You're kidding.... :eek: :bow I think Holly has problems:p

I went to Minnesota State University Mankato. If it has your progam it is a fun school. Especially if your twenty one the bars are cheap not to mention fun. I'm going down there tonight. Maybe I'll meet up sunday for the ride.

Mankato also has an automotive engineering technology program if your interested.

Originally posted by goody1 I think Holly has problems:p :blush Well, that's what a Saint Cloud State education will get ya! :lol

I will be majoring in Biology, and photography. BTW- I am not 21 yet.

Originally posted by fjorn I only pointed out the obvious that you like to play with yourself... :finger :finger LMAO!!! :lol :thumbup :owwn3d

If that is what I was drawing Shawn, it would have to be more like this...

Don't make me break out my world famous MS Paint skillz..... :cool:

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster If that is what I was drawing Shawn, it would have to be more like this... :lol :lol Looks like a warped baseball bat that is shoved in ya John. :lol :lol

Originally posted by Anubis Don't make me break out my world famous MS Paint skillz..... :cool: You've got some stiff competition Corey. :lol :lol

BTW for those who aren't in the know about the origin of the picture... clicky (http://www.mnsportbikeriders.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=312&st=60)

How much experience does your roomate have? 60 horsepower is a pretty big jump, tell him to be careful. What year was his ZX6? I don't think they've made the 636s in yellow so it probably isn't one of those but I'm looking for opinions on them since I'm probably picking one up in the next few days. And yeah my bank lets me cancel my policy completely for 4 or 5 months every year. It's nice to have a good relationship with your banker. It would have sucked if it had gotten stolen or vandalised when I had it in my apartment garage last winter, now I have my own garage though so it's ok.

Oh yeah, tell him to bring his new bike back in for a new front wheel. They just issued a recall today.

Originally posted by 00R6 Oh yeah, tell him to bring his new bike back in for a new front wheel. They just issued a recall today. What is the reason?

There's been like three bad ones and they didn't check them right so they're recalling all of them. Something about casting flaws. One of the releases made it look pretty serious, they said you shouldn't even ride your bike in to get it fixed, just stop riding immediately but I'm sure they're just covering their ass in case someone kills themselves or something.

Only 3 so far??? According to that ratio, Edward Norton is wrong.

Wrong in this quote, if you don't understand my last. "A new car built by my company leaves somewhere traveling at 60 mph. The rear differential locks up. The car crashes and burns with everyone trapped inside. Now, should we initiate a recall? Take the number of vehicles in the field, A, multiply by the probable rate of failure, B, multiply by the average out-of-court settlement, C. A times B times C equals X. If X is less than the cost of a recall, we don't do one. "

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster Wrong in this quote, if you don't understand my last. "A new car built by my company leaves somewhere traveling at 60 mph. The rear differential locks up. The car crashes and burns with everyone trapped inside. Now, should we initiate a recall? Take the number of vehicles in the field, A, multiply by the probable rate of failure, B, multiply by the average out-of-court settlement, C. A times B times C equals X. If X is less than the cost of a recall, we don't do one. " Exactly, thus the reason why people don't understand that recalls occur only so often. Such as the trainsmission issues, or the pegs breaking. Neither of which will see a recall I bet.

But then again, 9 out of 10 times that the pegs break, the story always starts with "So I was doing this stand up wheelie...". If you play, be prepared to pay.

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster But then again, 9 out of 10 times that the pegs break, the story always starts with "So I was doing this stand up wheelie...". If you play, be prepared to pay. Exactly, but people will claim that they haven't done anything wrong. :dunno I stand on my pegs often to absorb a bump or to readjust and have yet to have them break.

Me too. Makes it a bit easier on the nuts. :fact:

I did it. There were a few clouds out tonight that were creating electical storms way up high. So I grabbed my digital camera, went out on my deck, and hoped for the best. After about 15 shots, I finally got one. It's not a big one, but there weren't big bolts to begin with. I was pretty lucky to get this one (it's on the left if you can't tell).

:thumbup Nice pic John. For tomorrow's ride, want to meet up at my place at 8:45 and then ride down together? I need to call Tom and find out if he's going still.

Sounds good. I'll be there at 8:45 sharp.

Good ride! :thumbup Nice seeing everyone again (and meeting a few new people).

Well... I made my car reservation today. Looks like I'll be cruising around in a Monte Carlo. :cool:

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster Good ride! :thumbup Nice seeing everyone again (and meeting a few new people). :iamwithst Nice ride all. :thumbup Now to get to remodeling....

Originally posted by Anubis Well... I made my car reservation today. Looks like I'll be cruising around in a Monte Carlo. :cool: Good choice. :thumbup

Thanks for the ride you guys! ...now to go swim in a pool of ice.

The bachelor party in Winona Saturday night was a lot of fun. We played a scavenger hunt game the whole night. I 'completed' the following items: - get a girls thong - get a girls bra - buy a shot for a girl - get a girl to by me a shot - dance with a girl younger than you - dance with a fat girl - find a girl that's not wearing panties I would have won the game, but another guy reached a new low at the very last moment and completed the one task we didn't expect to be completed: he got a grey pubic hair from lady - the lady driving our taxi cab.... :ugh

Originally posted by afabbrin The bachelor party in Winona Saturday night was a lot of fun. We played a scavenger hunt game the whole night. I 'completed' the following items: - get a girls thong - get a girls bra - buy a shot for a girl - get a girl to by me a shot - dance with a girl younger than you - dance with a fat girl - find a girl that's not wearing panties I would have won the game, but another guy reached a new low at the very last moment and completed the one task we didn't expect to be completed: he got a grey pubic hair from lady - the lady driving our taxi cab.... :ugh Except for the last one... The rest sounds like an enjoyable time.

ha ha, Andy danced with a fat girl! Lemme guess, you danced the "Macarena". :lol :lol :lol

I have a guarantee that I won't have to dance with anyone... I have two left feet and absolutely no rhythm.

Originally posted by fjorn I have a guarantee that I won't have to dance with anyone... I have two left feet and absolutely no rhythm. Shawn you could just do one of your MA forms on the dance floor:p

Originally posted by R1SpeedMaster ha ha, Andy danced with a fat girl! Lemme guess, you danced the "Macarena". :lol :lol :lol Since I also have two left feet and no rhythm we danced something that probably looked like an Irish jig.. :lol

Originally posted by goody1 Shawn you could just do one of your MA forms on the dance floor:p :lol :lol My luck, some gal would move in front of me and I'd knock her to the ground. :p :p Then again, who knows, Darci might not mind... If it wasn't her. ;)

Andy do you remember what bars you went to down there?

Wow, that's a rough thing to have happen to a new bike Jesse. :(

Bummer. But if the kickstand is functional, and there are no other factors involved, then it must have not been fully extended. It's an easy thing to do, especially on a bike that you aren't fully familiar with. It could have been right at that balance point then just gave in. :dunno:

Either way, it's a sad story. I hope he recovers soon.

Originally posted by goody1 Andy do you remember what bars you went to down there? We started with dinner at Bub's (pronounced like 'boobs') Then we walked over to a bar/grill next to the water/railroad tracks that has a game room/billards upstairs Then we went to some smokey bar that was pretty dead for one drink and left. That place had round ends on the bar where you could play cards - and some guys were playing cards - kinda cool. Then we went to Brothers. That place was a blast - and where I collected most of my items. Then we went to more of a dance club - where there are girls walking around with test-tube shots. A can't remember the name of that place either. That place was a lot of fun too. Then we went to the nearer of the two strip clubs for about the last hour of the night. Frankly, the last two bars we were at were much more fun the the strip club - and 1/2 the group didn't want to miss the girls dancing on the bar at Brothers? Do you know what that's about?

Andy, any news from your friend with the track?

I left a message with him on Friday before I left for the weekend. I haven't heard back. I'll stop by his house on the way home from work tomorrow and find out in person.

Originally posted by afabbrin We started with dinner at Bub's (pronounced like 'boobs') Then we walked over to a bar/grill next to the water/railroad tracks that has a game room/billards upstairs Then we went to some smokey bar that was pretty dead for one drink and left. That place had round ends on the bar where you could play cards - and some guys were playing cards - kinda cool. Then we went to Brothers. That place was a blast - and where I collected most of my items. Then we went to more of a dance club - where there are girls walking around with test-tube shots. A can't remember the name of that place either. That place was a lot of fun too. Then we went to the nearer of the two strip clubs for about the last hour of the night. Frankly, the last two bars we were at were much more fun the the strip club - and 1/2 the group didn't want to miss the girls dancing on the bar at Brothers? Do you know what that's about? Bub's has awesome burgers. On Tuesdays they have buy one get one free. The second place you went to was Jefferson's. Really good Bloody Mary's on Sunday mornings.Not sure on the third place you went . Maybe Rascals Brothers is always a good time The dance club you went to was Shyde's. I know all the bartenders and bouncers that work there so pretty much I drink for free when I go down there. As for the dancing on the bar at Brothers. Too many girls watched the movie Coyote Ugly. For the last 15 minutes of bar time as many girls that can fit on the bar all get up there and dance

Well I wish I would have seen the dancing on the bar thing. I've never seen anything like that before...

What's up my brothers? Anyone gonna do some riding this weekend at all?

Don't have anything planned at the moment Mark. I'm supposed to be training Saturday, then I may swing by DCTC afterwards and watch. Pretty much the rest of the weekend is going to be spent working on the house.

Hey Mark, where've you been? You missed a good ride on Sunday. This weekend I am out of town. Big party up in Duluth. But after that, I'm open.

Originally posted by markeddy What's up my brothers? Anyone gonna do some riding this weekend at all? "Brothers?"...I see how things are.:p Mark, if you want to go hit up some twisties with me this weekend I am down for that.:thumbup

Finally got a bike today, it's about damn time. It's a blue '03 636. I like it so far except I don't trust the guy selling it at all so I have no idea what the bike's been through. I was in such a hurry to get it and ride back to Minneapolis that I didn't realize the right side fairing didn't have decals and the frame had some light scuffs. Hopefully the guy wasn't moving too fast when he went down. Plus the stock exhaust is all dented up and it doesn't have a plate. The guy was just really shady, but at least I have a bike now, we'll see how long I can ride without getting pulled over for having no plate. Now I have to start the whole process of getting a bike to my liking again: exhaust, tires, tune-up, sliders, signals, PC3, and on and on. I'm starting to think I should have bought a modded bike so I wouldn't have to put all the effort into it.

Congrats! That's a nice bike. You may want to pull the plastic off the right side and check the welds on the frame - just to be safe. You have a certain number of days to return a vehicle in MN if you were misled in any way.

Really? I was kind of wondering about that actually. I was thinking maybe I should take it somewhere and have them check it out. I've only ridden R6s and R1s so it feels and sounds way different, I might not even know if something was wrong. The other shady thing was he kept saying I should change the oil right away like it was the original oil or something (it has 1,700 miles). I'm sure the thing has been beaten on but these engines put up with it pretty well I guess.

I know there is buyers protection on used cars - maybe someone else here knows the particulars - and in regard to cycles. :dunno

Quick question for ya guys... What's the temperature like there at the end of Sept? I forgot... Regardless, I know it's gonna be friggin' freezing for me... I can see it now, when you guys post pics of us on the forum.. I'll be the only one wearing a blaze orange hunting suit to keep warm... :lol

Oh I have been around, we had Church that morning at 10 a.m. and we usually don't get out until after Noon because we usually hang out with various friends chit chatting. So there was no way I was gonna ever be able to hook up with you guys for that ride. Sara, if I decide to do a little riding this weekend I will give you a call and we can meet up and do some riding OK? Cya bye!

I know minnesota has a "Lemon Law", i believe it is 7days. it should cover all motor vehicles. :thumbup

Originally posted by Anubis Quick question for ya guys... What's the temperature like there at the end of Sept? I forgot... Regardless, I know it's gonna be friggin' freezing for me... I can see it now, when you guys post pics of us on the forum.. I'll be the only one wearing a blaze orange hunting suit to keep warm... :lol It's -30 with a windchill of -80. Well, at it will be for you. We'll probably still be wearing shorts, and t-shirts. :finger

Originally posted by 00R6 Finally got a bike today, it's about damn time. It's a blue '03 636. I like it so far except I don't trust the guy selling it at all so I have no idea what the bike's been through. I was in such a hurry to get it and ride back to Minneapolis that I didn't realize the right side fairing didn't have decals and the frame had some light scuffs. Hopefully the guy wasn't moving too fast when he went down. Plus the stock exhaust is all dented up and it doesn't have a plate. The guy was just really shady, but at least I have a bike now, we'll see how long I can ride without getting pulled over for having no plate. Now I have to start the whole process of getting a bike to my liking again: exhaust, tires, tune-up, sliders, signals, PC3, and on and on. I'm starting to think I should have bought a modded bike so I wouldn't have to put all the effort into it. Honestly, why bother putting mods on it right away? I would be more concerned with getting it checked out first, and then after that making sure that you learn how the bike acts before doing any mofications to it.

Oh, there is also the occasionally rare snow fall in September as well. But it never really sticks.

Do it! Beth and I are driving down there the day before and camping. So yes. I will be at BHF for sure. She said she wanted to go camping this summer - I assume this is what she meant? :dunno

What is the Blackhawk trackday and where is it located?

Originally posted by markeddy What is the Blackhawk trackday and where is it located? Here is the track ---------------------------- Track Website (http://www.blackhawkfarms.com) Track Layout (http://www.blackhawkfarms.com/facilities/track.htm) Here is a trackday description ---------------------------- Trackday description (http://www.edgeracing.net/registration.html) Registration/Prices Page (http://www.edgeracing.net/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=EPRC&Category_Code=TD)

Oooooh, that looks like a track that can be very fast! Less turns than BIR....thanks...

Yeah, I was just thinking that Jesse after looking at the map for a while. Sure wish the wife and I could pack up and leave for a weekend like that but with the kiddies it's tough... :sigh

Originally posted by Abe Froman Hey Andy, I think Kelsey and I are leaning towards doing the Blackhawk trackday and then BIR again on Labor day.....were you still thinking about Blackhawk? I'm not sure about Labor day. I spent $250 at kneedraggers last week and $630 at Dennis Kirk yesterday and I still want a couple things before September races - not including tires. I would like to get a full day of practice at B.I.R. and still have a week to rest before race weekend. Practice Friday is too tiring - being the day before racing IMO. Keep me posted on your decision for Labor Day. *** have you ridden the ZX-10R????

Originally posted by Abe Froman I think the dimensions are quite a bit smaller than BIR so perhaps the track map is a bit misleading...... It's actually quite a bit slower than B.I.R. People that have been there describe it as a 'large DCTC'. Although on the long straight you can hit 140mph if you want to. But I guess most of the corners that look like 3rd gear corners are really 2nd gear corners when you are there.

Originally posted by Abe Froman Well I'm pretty sure we're in for Labor day no matter what. No, we haven't gotten a chance to go riding (Grant's girlfriend is unemployed and she is with Grant every frickin waking minute.) Tonight or tomorrow we are supposed to go. I was trying to wait until it's broken in anyway, but at this rate it won't get there until next year. But them tickets to a movie and then go break it in.

Originally posted by afabbrin I'm not sure about Labor day. I spent $250 at kneedraggers last week and $630 at Dennis Kirk yesterday and I still want a couple things before September races - not including tires. :confused: You just dropped $900 on motorcycle stuff??? :confused: Someone's making too much money.... :lol :lol :lol

Originally posted by fjorn :confused: You just dropped $900 on motorcycle stuff??? :confused: Someone's making too much money.... :lol :lol :lol LOL - Somehow our company found extra $ to give us a $1k bonus so it was a welcome surprise with all this race stuff happening this year.

Why'd he go out and buy a ZX-10 when he's got an R6? :dunno

Originally posted by afabbrin LOL - Somehow our company found extra $ to give us a $1k bonus so it was a welcome surprise with all this race stuff happening this year. Damn, nice.

Originally posted by Abe Froman cuz he wanted a 10R He doesn't ride his R6 much does he?

how much for the R6? Sounds like it would make a good track biatch!

This bike sure rips for a 600, I'm definitely not as disappointed with the 30 less horsepower than I thought I'd be. It almost feels as powerful unless it's under 8k. it comes up when you shift into second like my R1 did. Plus I forgot how light feeling a 600 feels. So far i'm very happy with it, except for the completely useless tach. About the mods I'm not really into building it up or anything, I'm pretty happy how they come. But I need some tires I can use on the track (probably Corsas), an exhaust to replace the dented one on it now and I need to do something about the hideous rear fender, I've never seen one so huge. So i figure I need at least a grand into to be happy.

Glad you're happy with it. :thumbup Got any pics that you can post yet? What color is it?

Jesse, give some details about the R6. I know someone who is looking for one.

I bought: - Klucky Pucks (knee pucks) - Renthal rear Sprocket - Galfer Superbike front lines - Galfer HH pads - Goodridge Speed Bleeders - 5 Gal Gas Tank with easy pour spout - safety wire - safety wire pliers - Chicken Hawk tire warmers

Originally posted by afabbrin I bought: - Klucky Pucks (knee pucks) - Renthal rear Sprocket - Galfer Superbike front lines - Galfer HH pads - Goodridge Speed Bleeders - 5 Gal Gas Tank with easy pour spout - safety wire - safety wire pliers - Chicken Hawk tire warmers Didn't you already buy a lot of this stuff earlier this year? Like new brake lines and rear sprocket? :dunno

Originally posted by fjorn Didn't you already buy a lot of this stuff earlier this year? Like new brake lines and rear sprocket? :dunno I bought pads, but not lines. I do have a stealth rear sprocket, but I wanted to try a lighter sprocket. If $45 may give even a slight increase in acceleration from corner to corner then it will be worth it. Plus now I just have a backup sprocket. Everything else is new to me.

Ahh, gotcha. For some reason I was thinking you had bought lines as well.

Hmm, even with all that work $3,500 is pretty high IMO. I'll pass it on though.

I was thinking the same thing, Shawn. But is suppose the OBO part is the important part to remember. In any case, I won't be ready to do anything until the spring anyway.

Hmm, too bad I don't have a couple grand laying around and have the time for having a track bike. But, I'll send the info aboiut the R6 on to a co-worker...

What year is the bike?

I would have if I didn't have to work, let me know if you guys go during the day or on a Sunday or something. How do you like Kelley's pretty new bike, that color scheme kicks ass :) At least someone benefitted from my tumble.

Anyone see the Gixxer broken down on 35E south this morning? Looked like it was ran off the road and smashed. :dunno Was on the right shoulder between County Rd E and 694.

Originally posted by fjorn Anyone see the Gixxer broken down on 35E south this morning? Looked like it was ran off the road and smashed. :dunno Was on the right shoulder between County Rd E and 694. Normally I would have seen that as I work right there. However, starting on 8-2-04 I've been subcontracted to work in Plymouth for a month. so, no, I didn't see it.

Anyone know of a pocketbike dealer in the Twin Cities? (not Pep Boys/Checkers...)

V2Neal on SBWS sells PBs.

madpocketbikes.com Andy. Probably a better price than you'll find locally.

I found a site that looked like it had nice bikes for $199 + $99 shipping. I just wonder if I could get a better bike if $100 of the cost wasn't spent on shipping? Although the internet sellers have the volume and probably beat local prices - like you are saying... :dunno

I thought there was a dealer over on 61 near Tousely somewhere?

Originally posted by Abe Froman Hey real quick, everybody look at the headline picture on www.msn.com "this week in pictures".....probably will only stay that way for a few minutes..... They should have showed Fabian Foret getting run over by two different bikes instead of that one. there's not even any carnage!! FYI: if the pics not there, just wait a little bit. it cycles through them.

Which race is that from?

Brands Hatch from last weekend. Both SBK races were pretty good!

Originally posted by markeddy Oooooh, that looks like a track that can be very fast! Less turns than BIR....thanks... Just some follow-up since I came across it: ---------------- BlackHawk is a little more technical then BIR. I like to compare it to a little bit larger then DCTC with a full grown forrest surrounding the track. The turns are much sharper then the picture actually dictates. From turn #7 to #1 you can hit about 140ish if you get a good drive and late braking. Turn 1 is a second gear right hander, 2 is a light 3rd gear left hander. Turn 3 bits a lot of people as its a decreasing radius 2nd gear right hander. 3D is a very tight right hander. 4 & 5 can be treated as the watertower at DCTC, one continuous turn then 6 is another tight right. Between 6 & 6a gets people as well as it appears to be a stright with a kink, but after the kink you have to really slow down for 7 which is comparable to turn 5 at BIR. ----------------

Originally posted by Abe Froman Hey real quick, everybody look at the headline picture on www.msn.com "this week in pictures".....probably will only stay that way for a few minutes..... :lol :lol By the time I got to it, the picture was the mouth of a donkey...

Originally posted by Abe Froman Andy, Kelsey and I are pretty dead set on Blackhawk now, are you going? I figure after Sept 6 I won't be spending any more on trackdays and tires so I can pay off the credit card then. LOL Yes. Beth and I are driving down Sunday sometime and setting up to camp that night. What are your plans for the drive down?

If (and when) I have an enclosed trailer I would do the same. I wouldn't be able to sleep inside a motel with my bike outside on an open trailer all night. :no There are several large items I want to get by next spring - in this order: 1. Steering Damper 2. Rearsets 3. Front Forks reworked 4. Clipons 5. Rear shock 6. Erion Racing Full System 7. Racing Body 8. Enclosed Trailer I'm getting the steering damper before Blackhawk Farms. I told my wife that these are simply 'infrastructure' costs and are, for the most part, not recurring. She just doesn't seem to be 100% on board! :dunno The trailer is a dream for next year. Unless a bunch of $ falls in my lap or I split it with another rider I doubt that will come until 2006.

This stinks. I just talked to Erion Racing. I can't fit the race headers to my slip-on. If I want a full system I have to sell my slip-on and purchase an entire full system for $999.00. :rant I guess that one is on the back burner for a while.

Is anyone out there????

Originally posted by goody1 Is anyone out there???? I am! :hellobye

Originally posted by Anubis I am! :hellobye I'm sitting home getting drunk and the forum is dead. Except you of course

At least you're getting drunk... I'm just sitting at home. :hellobye

:lol :lol I was over at my dad's this evening for a while showing him pics of my meet last month. Then we were talking about his plans to visit Phoenix in early September and possibly move down there next year. Now, I'm heading to bed soon. Getting old is a bitch. Well, maybe it's not the getting old part... It might be the training at 0330 that' is kicking my ass.

No. It's that you're an old fart.

Andy, there's a booth at the Washington County Fair that sells pocket bikes. It's back by the horse arena if you're interested.

Originally posted by afabbrin No. It's that you're an old fart. :fact :lol

Originally posted by afabbrin No. It's that you're an old fart. :mad: :rant

Originally posted by Anubis :fact :lol Punk.... :boom :lol :lol