Iowa Riders along with Eastern Nebraska

Lets get to know everyone around. State your name and location. Also what bike you ride would also be nice to know.

Jason from Council Bluffs------2003 GSXR 1000!

I'm Abby from Omaha and I ride a 2001 CBR F4i. Can't wait to start riding with ya'll

Eric, Council Bluffs, 02 R1

Mike from Ames, Iowa And any excuse to post a pic of my baby!

Originally posted by fjorn :2bitchsla Showoff! :lol :lol Shawn, from eastern MN about 30 miles north of St. Paul. I head down to Topeka, KS a couple of times a year. Next time I head down that way, I'll give everyone a heads up. :D :D :D :D You could always post those certain pics of yours to show me up..... You know the ones, and i don't mean thew ones of her on the bike!

Chris from Lincoln 2002 R1 silver(for now)

Chad "Will" Colby from Mason City, IA 2002 Red R1

BUMP How bout we get together for a ride??:riding Any takers?

Kenny. Cedar Rapids 04 Blue R1 Graves full Ti. system, rearsets, frame sliders. PC111usb. Ohlins shock, damper. RK520 gold chain, Renthal sprockets, braided lines. Zero Gravity DB screen. (So far, only the chain and sprockets are here. Graves order here this week! Ohlins still at least a week away.)

Originally posted by stunt_girl BUMP How bout we get together for a ride??:riding Any takers? Actually, i was thinking the same thing. I'd be willing to host a ride and BBQif anybodys interested. (Except fjorn, he's not allowed unless he brings his wife:crash)

Originally posted by R1Budha Actually, i was thinking the same thing. I'd be willing to host a ride and BBQif anybodys interested. (Except fjorn, he's not allowed unless he brings his wife:crash) Sounds great, count me in! This coming up weekend looks good :yesnod

Originally posted by stunt_girl Sounds great, count me in! This coming up weekend looks good :yesnod Actually i was thinking maybe three weeks, but hey, i'm open.....

Originally posted by R1Budha Actually, i was thinking the same thing. I'd be willing to host a ride and BBQif anybodys interested. (Except fjorn, he's not allowed unless he brings his wife:crash) Hmm, tough decisions... Depends on if the riding was going to faster paced or not. She's still fairly new at riding. But, maybe later on in the season when she's got more experience. :thumbup BTW, here's a pic... :crash

Originally posted by fjorn Hmm, tough decisions... Depends on if the riding was going to faster paced or not. She's still fairly new at riding. But, maybe later on in the season when she's got more experience. :thumbup BTW, here's a pic... :crash Too early in the season for aggressive riding here. The roads are mostly clean, but still some debris. Besides, we can adjust the group as necessary....... oh well, maybe later in the season is better, lets think about a weekend or something.

Zach, Ames Iowa...I'm all about a ride with ya'll....R1Budha and I are the only ones around here...so ya...but hows bout in like three weeks...I need my 04R1 to get here first. :)

Originally posted by R1Budha Too early in the season for aggressive riding here. The roads are mostly clean, but still some debris. Besides, we can adjust the group as necessary....... oh well, maybe later in the season is better, lets think about a weekend or something. I'll run it past her and see what she says. :thumbup I think she'd be up for heading down there for a weekend. Ride down Friday, pretty much ride all day Saturday then ride home Sunday. Go ahead and plan for a few weeks out, but we'll have to wait until later in the season. I'd like her to get a little more experience before heading anywhere. Not to mention I'm still waiting for tires to arrive. :sleep

Originally posted by stunt_girl BUMP How bout we get together for a ride??:riding Any takers? PM me whenever you are ready to go out and ride! A bunch of us were out last friday night! Probably going to go this weekend also depending on weather.

Originally posted by R1Budha Actually, i was thinking the same thing. I'd be willing to host a ride and BBQif anybodys interested. (Except fjorn, he's not allowed unless he brings his wife:crash) Sounds good I am up for it as long as the weather is nice, too far to get to if it is cold or rainy!

I'm all about it...PM me when people are thinking of getting together. Z

Originally posted by Jump1979man Sounds good I am up for it as long as the weather is nice, too far to get to if it is cold or rainy! Wuss!! :) I was riding in the rain on Sunday. Got caught in that storm that came out of nowhere. I might be riding with some guys on Saturday, if the weather allows. I'll give you a call. What time do you get out of bed?

Originally posted by Erkki Wuss!! :) I was riding in the rain on Sunday. Got caught in that storm that came out of nowhere. I might be riding with some guys on Saturday, if the weather allows. I'll give you a call. What time do you get out of bed? I get up about 8 in the morning. The weather last night said 40% chance of rain for both days. That will change though the closer we get to those days. If it is nice though do call, I am up for it!

Hey- Don Harrington....Ames, Iowa '03 Blue R1 I'm always up for a good group of people to ride with. BTW....here's a pic of my baby-I haven't yet posted any pics of it before

Originally posted by Jump1979man I get up about 8 in the morning. The weather last night said 40% chance of rain for both days. That will change though the closer we get to those days. If it is nice though do call, I am up for it! Rain is gone from the forecast. Gimme an email. I lost your email address cuz my computer crashed. Thanks.

So my 04 should be here today or tomorrow. Are people still thinking of getting together sometime?

I'll be hitting up Iowa this weekend :riding

Originally posted by stunt_girl I'll be hitting up Iowa this weekend :riding either call me or I will call you. should be a few of us to go out together.

Nice ride today although a bit cool this morning. Oh yeah and Stunt_girl can ride damn good, watch out! Now I gotta see some of those stunts for which your name implies!

Where did ya'll meet up? I was going to call stunt girl, but hey, guess what, Yamaha *****ed up again and delayed my bike until Tuesday...how was the ride?

Originally posted by Jump1979man Nice ride today although a bit cool this morning. Oh yeah and Stunt_girl can ride damn good, watch out! Now I gotta see some of those stunts for which your name implies! Thanks Jump, not quite up to par yet but I'll get there. We went up to Loess Hills up in the Missouri Valley, it was a really good ride! I'm ready for next weekend!!:riding

I ended up taking my roommates bike out (03 600rr) for a while yesterday and today...bit windy yes today, but still nice. yesterday rocked though...all sorts of nice. So k, lets see here, if I'm not messed over again, I'll get my bike tuesday and if you all are going to ride again this weekend, count me in. I'd love to meet up with everyone. Just tell me when and where. Z

Originally posted by Sabian I ended up taking my roommates bike out (03 600rr) for a while yesterday and today...bit windy yes today, but still nice. yesterday rocked though...all sorts of nice. So k, lets see here, if I'm not messed over again, I'll get my bike tuesday and if you all are going to ride again this weekend, count me in. I'd love to meet up with everyone. Just tell me when and where. Z You would ride over here from Ames just for a half day of riding? You are HARDCORE man!:bow

Originally posted by Jump1979man You would ride over here from Ames just for a half day of riding? You are HARDCORE man!:bow Where are you at Jump? I'm assuming that Ames and Council Bluffs are opposite sides of the state? :dunno Aside from Des Moines, I don't know where anything is in Iowa.. :lol I only know Des Moines, because I drive thru it on my way to Kansas.

Originally posted by fjorn Where are you at Jump? I'm assuming that Ames and Council Bluffs are opposite sides of the state? :dunno Aside from Des Moines, I don't know where anything is in Iowa.. :lol I only know Des Moines, because I drive thru it on my way to Kansas. Ames is just north of Des moines and Council bluffs is right next to omaha. its about a 2 hour drive from ames to CB.

Well, lets just say this. I just sold my last bike and owned it exactly a year, almost to the day. Bought it with 8,000 miles on it, and sold it with 38,000 miles on it. I look at it that they are not center peices for your kitchen table. I'll ride anywhere, and I'll gaurntee that my roommate and such will come along. Why else do you own them? :)

Originally posted by Jump1979man Ames is just north of Des moines and Council bluffs is right next to omaha. its about a 2 hour drive from ames to CB. That's not too bad really. That's a little less than going from St. Paul to Duluth.

Originally posted by Sabian Well, lets just say this. I just sold my last bike and owned it exactly a year, almost to the day. Bought it with 8,000 miles on it, and sold it with 38,000 miles on it. I look at it that they are not center peices for your kitchen table. I'll ride anywhere, and I'll gaurntee that my roommate and such will come along. Why else do you own them? :) ok man, next time we have a ride I'll let you know. :thumbup

Wow...that came out kinda bitchy....sorry bout that. Anyhow, ya'll get my point. I'll ride if ya dont' mind having my cocky ass (or so it seems) around with you. :)

Originally posted by Sabian Wow...that came out kinda bitchy....sorry bout that. Anyhow, ya'll get my point. I'll ride if ya dont' mind having my cocky ass (or so it seems) around with you. :) you still getting your bike from APS? I heard that someone backed out of one there.

Originally posted by Sabian Wow...that came out kinda bitchy....sorry bout that. Anyhow, ya'll get my point. I'll ride if ya dont' mind having my cocky ass (or so it seems) around with you. :) No problem. I will let you know. Might try to get a group together for this upcoming weekend as long as it is nice. Stunt_girl mentioned it, so I figure why not. Even if we don't have a bunch of people I know at least her and I will be out carving it up so you are welcome to come also, just try to keep up with that girl! She will need new tires soon after what I saw of her. I know my tires were getting chewed up pretty good from yesterdays ride. I may have to tone it down a bit in the future, no need to "try" and keep up with the leaders and go through tires. I cannot afford that!:riding

hehe just breakin in my Metzelers the right way :sneaky

Sounds like a challenge. Well as long as my baby comes this Tues...and I'll be sure to let everyone know either way, count me in. Anyone mind if my roommate tags along? Z

Yeah, Stunt_girl can ride. It was fun seeing her go from the back of the pack to the front and disappear, smokin' all the posers who 'think' they're fast. Wheelies need work though (j/k). ;)

Originally posted by Sabian Sounds like a challenge. Well as long as my baby comes this Tues...and I'll be sure to let everyone know either way, count me in. Anyone mind if my roommate tags along? Z Sure he can come. But as of right now the weather isn't looking to be too warm. Last nights news said about 43 for the high. It will change though the closer we get to the day!

Right...I just saw that....sunday work better for some?

Sunday is easter and I won't be able to ride, this weekend isn't looking too hot

Originally posted by Erkki Wheelies need work though (j/k). ;) ok so that one sucked bad, gimme a break I'm a bit out of practice :p

Hmm...pending on weather, rescheduling might have to take place. Eh...we'll figure it out.

Weather.com and Intellicast.com both show temps to be in the low 50s. Plenty warm for me. We can hook up after lunch if y'all like. I have to work in the AM anyway.

On sat? Afternoon works for me too...considering I have a three hour ride to get there. By the way...where is there? :)

Originally posted by Sabian On sat? Afternoon works for me too...considering I have a three hour ride to get there. By the way...where is there? :) I'm in, ya'll wanna meet up at the sonic on Broadway in CB? at noon? Or what time do you work till Erkki?

Hehe....k...so here I sit, and think...Broadway, don't know where that is. Soniic on Broadway...really dont' know where that is. Someone, is gonna have to give me directions. anyone wanna help out? I will be coming in on 80 from Des Moines.

Originally posted by stunt_girl I'm in, ya'll wanna meet up at the sonic on Broadway in CB? at noon? Or what time do you work till Erkki? 1:00 will work better for me. Sabian, gimme an email or a PM and I'll get you my phone number. erkki@cox.net

i should have my forks on, may run over depending on family plans.

Well...um, it's 72 right now, and on sat...its to be snowing. Go figure. Unless the weather changes, mid thirties is a bit too cold for my ass to be riding three hours one way. Might reschedule? Oh...and my baby came in today, gots to go pick it up.

Congrats on finally gettin the bike sabian. And I next week is starting to look a little nicer, guess we will j ust have to wait and see :dunno

Wait...they lied...its not in. I'm ****ing pissed....never never never do business with Hawkeye Yamaha in Grimes Iowa. Stray from them...run far far away. They tell you what you want to hear and then take it back an hour later.

Originally posted by Sabian Wait...they lied...its not in. I'm ****ing pissed....never never never do business with Hawkeye Yamaha in Grimes Iowa. Stray from them...run far far away. They tell you what you want to hear and then take it back an hour later. That sucks dude. did the red one come in at APS? you have to be cursed or something, i swear! btw, mine should be done this weekend, want me to ride by and wave on Monday?:crash

Lol...nice Budha...came in last night. Put 200 miles on already (didnt' get much sleep). If you are up for a ride this weekend, I'll be taking it easy (break ins and things) but I'll be out. Especially that the snow is now not to be here, and its warmer they say. I was worried there for a bit. Side note...next weekend for a ride with the rest of ya'll? What do ya say? And by the way, the bike rocks, holy shit, was it worth the wait.

:thumbup Great to hear you finally got it Sabian!

Thanks

Originally posted by Sabian Side note...next weekend for a ride with the rest of ya'll? What do ya say? Sounds good, if my schedule allows. You have my number now, so gimme a call anytime. And by the way, the bike rocks, holy shit, was it worth the wait. [/B] Oh yeah. Taken her into that magic zone between 11K and 13K yet? What color did you get, and where are the pics?

Not as of yet...still doing that whole break in thing...she's only seen 7k for the moment. Hopefully after i get off of work today, and my ride to southern DSM, I'll be high enough on the miles to have some fun. She's quicker than hell though, even down low. Up to about 3k, she feels like a six, but then again, who rides that low anyhow. As soon as 4 comes in...you can just feel it wanting to go...and go...and go.... Pics in due time, I have to do some work to her first. We'll see, I might take some tonight . if I do, I'll post them for ya'll.

Right...so now its to be like 55 on sat with no rain. Anyone want to get together? For those in CB, would ya'll mind say like splitting the distance between us; considering it's not 72 like last week? let me know your thought. PM me and I can give a cell num out if you want to call.

I would but I just got sick within the last 2 days and feel like crap. I doubt I am going to ride at all this weekend.

Right...seems that this weekend for one reason or another is not going to work well. Sorry to hear you arnt' feeling well Jump; maybe we'll just plan the following weekend or something. Cya'll later.

Next weekend sounds good and the weather looks nicer, I'm up for a ride

So what are people's thoughts here? I totally forgot that it's Veisha weekend here at ISU (ya'll should come this way) so I kinda want to be in town for a bit that evening at least. Sunday looks to be rain. Any ideas? Who's free anyhow?

I only have about 1-1.5 hours free on Saturday, from about 1:00 to 2:30, then I have to be at work at 3:00. Sunday works a lot better, barring rain.

it seems that everyones schedules are conflicting. I definately want to get some riding in this weekend but, finding the time with all the other "crap" I gotta do is going to be hard. Although if other people wanted to take a road trip to Ames, how could I say no!

According to Weather.com, rain is out of the forecast this weekend, with temps in the low 80s. Saturday won't work too well for me, but who wants to ride on Sunday?

Jump....You are in ames? Maybe we could all meet like halfway. Sunday would rock for me, as I have been tosing the idea around of going to IC as well on Sat. Though I am open to either day. If the guys in Ames would drive west to the border on 30...could the guys...and girl drive north and meet us somewhere? I hear there are great roads following the river and things. Though last night, I did receive a ticket for doing 83 in a 35...its bullshit, but he's just doing his job. At least I still have my license and bike. Long story short, i'm only speeding with ya'll if ya'll are with me. :) Gots to cut out the ride like I stole it attitude when alone. And no, I was not in town, it was out by ledges state park...the guys from Ames would know where i was. Ya'll should have seen it, four cop cars, two DNR guys, and a K-9, and all I did was pull over. I think they thought I was gonna run...we have such a bad wrap. :)

Originally posted by Sabian Jump....You are in ames? Maybe we could all meet like halfway. Sunday would rock for me, as I have been tosing the idea around of going to IC as well on Sat. Though I am open to either day. If the guys in Ames would drive west to the border on 30...could the guys...and girl drive north and meet us somewhere? I hear there are great roads following the river and things. Though last night, I did receive a ticket for doing 83 in a 35...its bullshit, but he's just doing his job. At least I still have my license and bike. Long story short, i'm only speeding with ya'll if ya'll are with me. :) Gots to cut out the ride like I stole it attitude when alone. And no, I was not in town, it was out by ledges state park...the guys from Ames would know where i was. Ya'll should have seen it, four cop cars, two DNR guys, and a K-9, and all I did was pull over. I think they thought I was gonna run...we have such a bad wrap. :) Ledges has become squid central late last year. They have promised the families they would "crack Down" on the bikes this year. All because some fool wrecked on the exit road and nearly hit a kid who was standing all alone on the side of the road. Oh well. Looks like i'm installing the heads on my car this weekend. Fun :no

btw ,saw you yesterday at lunch time Sabian. I was in the car behind you. I was gonna jump out and **** with ya, but then i decided, nahhhh, i'm to lazy. :crash

We could meet around Dunlap, then head up to Sioux City. There are some nice roads on the way up there. Waiting to hear what the other Omaha/C.B. guys think.

I'm up for a ride both days!:jump (oh the benefits of working nights) And most definately up for a road trip

Originally posted by Sabian Jump....You are in ames? Maybe we could all meet like halfway. Sunday would rock for me, as I have been tosing the idea around of going to IC as well on Sat. Though I am open to either day. If the guys in Ames would drive west to the border on 30...could the guys...and girl drive north and meet us somewhere? I hear there are great roads following the river and things. Though last night, I did receive a ticket for doing 83 in a 35...its bullshit, but he's just doing his job. At least I still have my license and bike. Long story short, i'm only speeding with ya'll if ya'll are with me. :) Gots to cut out the ride like I stole it attitude when alone. And no, I was not in town, it was out by ledges state park...the guys from Ames would know where i was. Ya'll should have seen it, four cop cars, two DNR guys, and a K-9, and all I did was pull over. I think they thought I was gonna run...we have such a bad wrap. :) No I live in CB. I have been to Ames several times though to party with a buddy wo went to college there. Nice town. I would possibly be up for a ride this weekend, contemplating it right now to see how I can fit all the crap I gotta do into 2 short days. I HATE WORKING DURING THE WEEK!

Right, well since I now know where Dunlap Iowa is...I can do that. It's about 110 miles from here straight on 30...boring but easy ride. So I'm in, who else, which day, and where in Dunlap? Also, Budha...you can't make it? Or on the off chance that anyone else is in Ames here...we should ride out together, I'd think.

Oh...and what time?

Doesnt look like many people want to get together. too bad to,looks like the day is going to be a perfect one.

I think Stunt_Girl is coming my way it seems, though we have to iron out the details. The rest of ya'll...I dont' get it. Jump, join us.

Originally posted by Sabian I think Stunt_Girl is coming my way it seems, though we have to iron out the details. The rest of ya'll...I dont' get it. Jump, join us. I probably will come depending on the time, can't be out all day. I have other things that I need to do that day also. Need all the info......

PM me is your name and phone number. When Stunt_Girl calls, I'll let ya know the details, and you can decide if you want to join up.

Sabian, I think you have my cell number. Jump does too. I'd be happy to join you guys, but I have to work in the AM so I won't be able to leave C.B. until 10ish or after. We could try to meet up in Dunlap around Noon, if you guys think that'll work. Get some riding in and be home around 3-4.

We are talking Sat right?

PM sent

I will try to get on the site throughout the night to see any updates.

Originally posted by Erkki Sabian, I think you have my cell number. Jump does too. I'd be happy to join you guys, but I have to work in the AM so I won't be able to leave C.B. until 10ish or after. We could try to meet up in Dunlap around Noon, if you guys think that'll work. Get some riding in and be home around 3-4. I am thinking about going for a stroll tonight when I get off work at 9 if you want to go out. Let me know.

Originally posted by Sabian We are talking Sat right? I was talking about Sunday. Saturday is out for me, I've got too much on my plate already. Sorry.

I live in Dakota Dunes, SD which is bordering Sioux City, IA. I only live a little over an hour from Council Bluffs. I know several guys from there that I met at the Canton Car Show 2 years ago. Anyways, I jsut sold my Champion's Edition R1 for mynew '04 600RR. Please don't hate on me, I was looking for something different and the '04 R1 was just too much $$$$. Anyways, I'm in if anyone wants to ride sometime. I can make it out whenever.

Originally posted by Erkki I was talking about Sunday. Saturday is out for me, I've got too much on my plate already. Sorry. Looks like Sat is out. I think Sunday has rain in the weather. I will still ride around here regardless either day. Maybe we'll have to make it another weekend when we can actually get a lot of people together.

Originally posted by justin_sievers I live in Dakota Dunes, SD which is bordering Sioux City, IA. I only live a little over an hour from Council Bluffs. I know several guys from there that I met at the Canton Car Show 2 years ago. Anyways, I jsut sold my Champion's Edition R1 for mynew '04 600RR. Please don't hate on me, I was looking for something different and the '04 R1 was just too much $$$$. Anyways, I'm in if anyone wants to ride sometime. I can make it out whenever. Youre welcome to come along whenever we can actually set a date.

Wow...this sucks. Ya I was thinking sat since sunday is rain, rain, and more rain. I'm not a fair weather rider by any means, but I do try to stray from rain as much as all possible. Stunt_Girl...whats about you, still interested in coming to Des Moines on Sat; or were you thinking Sunday as well?

Where do you guys see rain, rain, rain? Weather.com says 84 and windy. No rain. Intellicast say 83, windy with the possiblity of isolated thunder showers. I think it'll be fine.

http://www.weather.com/weather/local/50013?lswe=50013&lwsa=WeatherLocalUndeclared Though this is for Ames...but I was figuring that it would come from the west.

So I'm thinkin Des Moines for sat and Dunlap for sunday? Sabian check VM

Both work for me. Might have some guys come on Sunday, per no rain over there.

Originally posted by stunt_girl So I'm thinkin Des Moines for sat and Dunlap for sunday? Sabian check VM That might work, but whats in des moines?

Originally posted by Jump1979man That might work, but whats in des moines? :dunno just a ride and meet some more riders for now

Originally posted by stunt_girl :dunno Just kidding!:thumbup

So are we doin a sunday ride?

Holy shit...um, I was caught in a tornado tonight just south of ames....on the bike. Holy friggn cow....I'm still on a rush here, and it happened an hour ago.

Originally posted by Sabian Holy shit...um, I was caught in a tornado tonight just south of ames....on the bike. Holy friggn cow....I'm still on a rush here, and it happened an hour ago. So what did it do? Pick you up and set you back down on the rubber side? Cuz that would :rock . Details man!! We need more details!!!

Riding home with two buds...one newbie, and one experienced. Watching the storm come in, all of a sudden...and I mean all of a sudden...****ing winds like no other. I was in a lean further down than what I do when in a corner. Basicly pulled to the side....or pushed...still not sure. Layed the bike down in the grass as easy as possible and dove for the ditch. Buddy's ZX9R and my bike are fine. Other buddies F4i went for a spin in the wind. It's really hard to explain..but ya, never thhought I would be in a friggn tornado on a bike. Ther eis more, but I'm tired.

Originally posted by Sabian I was caught in a tornado tonight ....on the bike. :scared Damn that's crazy :eek:

Ya..i'll tell ya about it tomorrow...crazy is putting it really mild.

Originally posted by stunt_girl So are we doin a sunday ride? I have some people that want to ride today but not sure if they want to go to Des Moines or not? I kinda mentioned it and one said it might be too far for him. I will call you later .

Originally posted by Sabian Riding home with two buds...one newbie, and one experienced. Watching the storm come in, all of a sudden...and I mean all of a sudden...****ing winds like no other. I was in a lean further down than what I do when in a corner. Basicly pulled to the side....or pushed...still not sure. Layed the bike down in the grass as easy as possible and dove for the ditch. Buddy's ZX9R and my bike are fine. Other buddies F4i went for a spin in the wind. It's really hard to explain..but ya, never thhought I would be in a friggn tornado on a bike. Ther eis more, but I'm tired. Already put the new bike down on its side. I thought those things were fast enough to out run a tornado?;)

DAMN!!! i was home last night when that fricken weather rolled in thank god! Talk about some wild shit!!!!!! Glad i missed it outside. hope the bike isn't too bad.

btw, lookie what i rode home from des moines last night..............:jump

Originally posted by Jump1979man Already put the new bike down on its side. I thought those things were fast enough to out run a tornado?;) They are. He must be breaking it in still. ;)

Ever try to out run sometihng coming from your side? 100 mph winds doesn't do much for you on a direct side wind. It was crazy as all hell. Budha...didn't know you were getting an 04..c.ongrats. Kinda looks like mine. And to everyone...though I "layed it over" it was only do it didn't get blown away while on a side stand. No damage to my bike at all. I'm going over it with a magnifiying glass this moring to make sure, but all looks clean. Very lucky I must say.

God DAmnitt!!! Went out for a nice ride p north through the hills yesterday and on the way home a state trooper pulled 2 of us over. the guys in the back didnt warn us he was coming. Both of us got a ticket for 10 over. We were only doing 81 in a 65. Luckily we had slowed down, we were cruisin along at 100 about a minute befoer that. Great ride up until that point! $43 ticket. Not much but, I think I am going to fight it just to try and have the cop not show to court. Maybe it will get thrown out. Unless any of you guys have any ideas? Does 10 over get reported to insurance? If not then I will just pay the fine.

Damn jump that sucks (see you shoulda come to Des Moines :crash j/k) Were there any points aong with the fine? cause I thought just points got reported to ins. and from what I've experienced 10+ over was a wreckless too:dunno

Originally posted by Jump1979man God DAmnitt!!! Went out for a nice ride p north through the hills yesterday and on the way home a state trooper pulled 2 of us over. the guys in the back didnt warn us he was coming. Both of us got a ticket for 10 over. We were only doing 81 in a 65. Luckily we had slowed down, we were cruisin along at 100 about a minute befoer that. Great ride up until that point! $43 ticket. Not much but, I think I am going to fight it just to try and have the cop not show to court. Maybe it will get thrown out. Unless any of you guys have any ideas? Does 10 over get reported to insurance? If not then I will just pay the fine. 10 over gets reported to your insurance. 5 over doesn't. Who were you riding with?

Originally posted by Jump1979man God DAmnitt!!! Went out for a nice ride p north through the hills yesterday and on the way home a state trooper pulled 2 of us over. the guys in the back didnt warn us he was coming. Both of us got a ticket for 10 over. We were only doing 81 in a 65. Luckily we had slowed down, we were cruisin along at 100 about a minute befoer that. Great ride up until that point! $43 ticket. Not much but, I think I am going to fight it just to try and have the cop not show to court. Maybe it will get thrown out. Unless any of you guys have any ideas? Does 10 over get reported to insurance? If not then I will just pay the fine. go to court, first time enter a not guilty plea. then ask for a hearing, and once you get the hearing, call and ask to do a ridealong withthat trooper to get his working schedule. once you have that, call the court and see how to get aq change of date for your hearing. Chnage the hearing date to one of the days that they officer is off. Then pray he does not show up for the hearing. works about 60% of the time.

Originally posted by Sabian Ever try to out run sometihng coming from your side? 100 mph winds doesn't do much for you on a direct side wind. It was crazy as all hell. Budha...didn't know you were getting an 04..c.ongrats. Kinda looks like mine. And to everyone...though I "layed it over" it was only do it didn't get blown away while on a side stand. No damage to my bike at all. I'm going over it with a magnifiying glass this moring to make sure, but all looks clean. Very lucky I must say. Nah, not mine. Just rode it home for a buddies brother on friday. :crash

So soneone else in Ames has a silver one now though? What did you think of it? Also...after our ride this sat, and then the rest of the evening, I noticed I have this noise comign from what I think is the front fork. Kinda like a "cuchunk" sound or something when I hit a bump. I can reporoduce it in my carage by bouncing the thing up and down, or by grabbi;ng the wheen and moving it back and forth between me and the bike if I am in front of it. Something is loose...warrenty tmie I guess. Nice thing about new bikes, warrenty takes the little things and fixes them so I dont' have to look and tear shit apart.

Oh, and btw...Stunt_Girl can ride. Thanks for coming out my way also.

:cool: thanks sabian, you were tearin it up pretty good yourself :thumbup Next time we'll have to do a Lowess hills run. Oh and to re-answer your question from earlier: Tinted shields and riding at night with no street lights doesn't mix too well :no

Hehe...I was wondering about that. Glad to hear you got back ok. Lowess hills...just tell me when and where.

Its actually Loess Hills. Just thought you might want to know. LOL

Sabian Sounds like loose steering bearings to me. from what i understand the way the 04's are crated, the top nut is removed to temove the bike from the crate. And yeah, iy belongs to the brother of a guy i workwith. I didn't really do much other than ride it back from Des Moinesfor him. Only thing i noticed was that the seat got DAMN hot! other than that basically all interstate riding. One other thing noticed was that it tended to wander a bit on tjhe interstate. Don't know if it was the wind or what, but was kinda annoying. Glad to hear yours didn't receive any damage. I'm finally bringing mine out of storage/work tomorrow. Whoo Hoo!

So what do ya'll think of a ride this weekend? Saturday isn't looking so hot weather wise, but sunday looks promising :D

Sounds like a plan to me if the weather holds...

I don't think I've had a chance to meet any of you guys (and girls), so hey there :hellobye. I'm in for a ride this weekend if the weather holds up. Just let me know where and when. Be safe...

I can ride Sunday. Someone will have to call me though. I'm out of town tomorrow until late Saturday night and might not be able to check my email or the board. What's the plan? Meet up in Dunlap and ride up around Sioux City or something? Griffbo80, where are you at? Eric

Oops...nope, sunday is no good for me. Ya'll have a good time though.

Originally posted by Erkki Griffbo80, where are you at? Eric Central Iowa... near Des Moines. Anybody else from around these parts? Be safe...

Ames

:cryin I was supposed to go to Topeka this weekend :rant :rant

no go for me this weekend. Working on my new business to get it up and running.

Well if this rain ever stops :( Why can't it do this during the week?? Good luck on the biz jump :epimp

Wow...its wet out there.....second time I've had my baby in the rain...shit hurts....

Derek, Omaha, 2002 R1

WhooHooo:jump Another Omaha rider, I'm not the only one :jump

You know it stunt girl

Hey do you know any good dealerships around? Both Star city in Lincoln and Power Sports Pro suck :rant

I agree, my bike was purchased at starcity and I have a 5 year service agreement there. PSP just sucks all toghether. I'm trying to find a good place to get some new tires put on but every place I have checked is so damn high.

doesn't starcity give you a discount since you purchased the bike there?

Only on general maintance, I tried throwing that line at them

Bastids :argue Too bad I don't know more mechanics out here, my last tire I got changed for $20 :D (after it blew-up from a burnout)

Yeah I just order a front and rear pirelli diablo's, I got an awsome price on them but can't find a place to change them for under 120

Is that mounted or unmounted from the bike? A lot of shops around here charge $20/tire for mount/balance of tires if the wheel are off the bike.

Talk to Paul's Yamaha or Tim O'neill in C.B. I think they were both in the $20 range (per tire), as long as the rims were off the bike.

Originally posted by Sabian So soneone else in Ames has a silver one now though? What did you think of it? Thats me... I like it alot! ITS FAST. The clutch rattle at low gear/rpms that has me paranoid. It does get a bit warm but I haven't really noticed it much. Everyone loves the look of the bike. I still need to go take care of some stuff before I can ride it full time... shhh... Anyone have a 250 I borrow for a bit :)

Take care of some stuff? and why a 250...is this your first bike? My Akra's are now on my baby...oh how pretty she looks, and sounds just beautiful...

sweet sabian :cool: anyone interested in a ride this weekend??

Originally posted by Sabian Take care of some stuff? and why a 250...is this your first bike? My Akra's are now on my baby...oh how pretty she looks, and sounds just beautiful... Full system or slip ons? I'm game for a ride on Saturday. Might meet some other guys for breakfast, then an early ride. Sunday I'm riding up to MN for a bit. Might be able to stop by Ames on the way back.

Saturday is good. Dunlap, loess hills,...? just no sioux city for me (not the indian reservation anyway :no ) Hey Erkki, what ride were you talkin about the other weekend where there's a hill that you wheelie over no matter what speed/gear you're in ?? :D I wanna go there :D

Originally posted by stunt_girl Saturday is good. Dunlap, loess hills,...? just no sioux city for me (not the indian reservation anyway :no ) Hey Erkki, what ride were you talkin about the other weekend where there's a hill that you wheelie over no matter what speed/gear you're in ?? :D I wanna go there :D What's wrong with the Indian reservation? Have some bad luck up there or something? I could show you where that road is on a map. It's just outside of Onawa. I won't ride that road anymore, the people that live off of it always call the cops. Always, even if we aren't going fast.

Originally posted by Sabian Take care of some stuff? and why a 250...is this your first bike? No I was a bad boy and lost my privs... and since I didnt have a bike at the time I didn't get my moto lic reinstated...long story. But I have been riding about 15 years. I wanted some small dirt bike to take the test on because I am pretty sure that the R1 wont make the 20ft U turn on the test.... Anyway I should have everything today for a group ride... I feel like a gimp only having a permit tho :)

Coo...this weekend sound fine. Its possible I'll have some plans but that all depends on how tonight goes. Long story...hopefully it turns out to be a good one. Weekend though if all works out, sunday would be the best I think...also the warmest and dryest....I'm thinking that I can travel somewhere, though if its too far, i'm bring my baby in a truck. My ass is hurting lately from that damn seat. Call me a puss, I don't care. Evo system was put on...and holy cow is it cool. Lets all keep in touch and get a decent sized group this weekend. I want to hit some corners...getting some serious striaght road problems here with my rear tire. Z

Notice much of a difference in power with the Akra? Can't wait to hear how she sounds. I won't be able to get together for a ride on Sunday. I'm riding up to MN for a few hours. Should be able to stop by Ames on the way home though, and check out that Akra. ;) I'm game for Saturday twisties though.

Did notice that I had...key word there, had a dip at 7500...cuz now she's a little smoother round that area. It's not like a great improvment..but then again, I bought the system for the track and I havn't had the chance to find out really what's she like above 10,000. I don't believe a full system is that cost effective for just street riding...and frankly, for just dicking around town and some curves outside of town...doesn't do a whole lot. Let me take her to the track and I'll let ya know what I really think.

I might be down for a ride this sat. although I will(try to) go the speed limit because I just got a ticket on my bike two weeks ago.

Are you planning on doing some Moto Mania Thursdays at MAM? If so, let me know when you're planning on being there and I'll make sure I'm there that day. Eric

Originally posted by Erkki Full system or slip ons? I'm game for a ride on Saturday. Might meet some other guys for breakfast, then an early ride. Sunday I'm riding up to MN for a bit. Might be able to stop by Ames on the way back. Where ya headed to in MN? :hellobye A bunch of us are getting together for a ride Saturday morning.

Originally posted by fjorn Where ya headed to in MN? :hellobye A bunch of us are getting together for a ride Saturday morning. I'll be in the Minneapolis area Sunday around 11:30 for a kettlebell competition. I will probably also stop by Sam's (Sammana Systems) to get a taillight integrator for my 04. Then I'm heading home. Might be able to meet for a coffee for something, but I won't be able to go riding or anything. It's a 5-6 hour ride back home!!!

Kettlebell competition, where's that being held at??? As to the ride, I hear ya. It's about 4 hours to Des Moines. I can make Topeka in about 7.5 hours in a cage.

Originally posted by fjorn Kettlebell competition, where's that being held at??? As to the ride, I hear ya. It's about 4 hours to Des Moines. I can make Topeka in about 7.5 hours in a cage. It's being held at Moore Lake Park in Fridley. Sign in is at 11:30, lifting starts at 1:00. Should be fun. I think there's a small kettlebell workshop held afterward. If you're interested in kettlebells you should check it out.

Originally posted by Erkki It's being held at Moore Lake Park in Fridley. Sign in is at 11:30, lifting starts at 1:00. Should be fun. I think there's a small kettlebell workshop held afterward. If you're interested in kettlebells you should check it out. Sunday at 11:30 huh? May just have to go there, as it would definately be beneficial to my Highland Games training!! I won't compete in the kettlebells, but would like the info from the workshop. :thumbup Fridley is about 25 miles or so from my house.

Originally posted by fjorn Sunday at 11:30 huh? May just have to go there, as it would definately be beneficial to my Highland Games training!! I won't compete in the kettlebells, but would like the info from the workshop. :thumbup Fridley is about 25 miles or so from my house. It would be cool to see you there. The competition is going to be held at the shelters just north of the beach parking lot, which is at the base of Gardena Ave. I just double checked, it's not a workshop but a Q&A on kettlebell training. Still worth a look. Do you train with kettlebells now? Kettlebell training is perfect conditioning for motorcycle riding, by the way. :thumbup ;)

No, don't do kettlebell training at the moment. Haven't seen one in many years, let alone lift one. :( I have a home gym in my basement, unfortunately the ceiling height is 6'5". So, all my overhead lifts have to be done either sitting down, in the living room upstairs, or by dragging the weights outside.

Originally posted by Erkki Are you planning on doing some Moto Mania Thursdays at MAM? If so, let me know when you're planning on being there and I'll make sure I'm there that day. Eric Ditto that for me. Call me out of the loop but what the hell are Kettlebells?? I'd be up for a ride both days just tell me where and when. oh and details on sioux city Are here (http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=80992)

Originally posted by fjorn No, don't do kettlebell training at the moment. Haven't seen one in many years, let alone lift one. :( I have a home gym in my basement, unfortunately the ceiling height is 6'5". So, all my overhead lifts have to be done either sitting down, in the living room upstairs, or by dragging the weights outside. Kettlebells are pretty easy to drag outside. ;)

Originally posted by stunt_girl Call me out of the loop but what the hell are Kettlebells??[/URL] A versatile strength and conditioning tool that looks like a canonball with a handle. For more info, go to http://www.dragondoor.com. If you want to see them in action or learn how to use them, let me know as I'm certified to teach them. Eric

Originally posted by stunt_girl oh and details on sioux city Are here (http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=80992) Gotta be careful at certain hours during the week. If you're out too late in the afternoon on Saturday you'll probably rouse some attention as well. Sounds like some of the guys are going to be meeting at the Summer Kitchen Cafe on Saturday morning. I'll probably be there for some grub, then some riding.

What time saturday? and do you have any idea of where they are going?

Originally posted by stunt_girl What time saturday? and do you have any idea of where they are going? 8:00 Saturday morning. I asked about the breakfast and ride and here is the response I got: Sat. 8:00 AM Summer Kitchen Cafe, La Vista on 84th street. Just north of Giles- next to Hobby Lobby. I will call them on Friday with a head count. I think last month we had 20 or so so that is what I will go with unless more people pipe up either yah or nay. The ride afterwards will be organized on the fly, but it is usually 2-4 hours in length. Generally through the Loess Hills. Unless Frank is looking to do lunch in Rapid City. or maybe that can be next month. ;-)

Originally posted by Erkki Kettlebells are pretty easy to drag outside. ;) Yeah, they're pretty easy to do so. Very similar to a thing we use for throwing weight for height in the Highland Games. I didn't realize that there is a "certification" program for lifting these things. :dunno I'll shoot ya a PM with my cell number. :hellobye

Originally posted by fjorn I didn't realize that there is a "certification" program for lifting these things. :dunno The certification is so you can teach how to use them, via workshops, private instruction, etc. You don't need to be certified if you just want to work out. ;)

So like if I were to want to join in on this little ride ya'll are thinking of...where would I have to be? 84th street doesn't help me much as I dont' even know the town. That and 8am...ya, I have to drive at least 2 hours to come close to where ya'll are. Could I meet ya somewhere else?

probably meet up in crescent or somethin like that, is that closer? but last time the guys met up at summer kitchen they didn't leave till 9:30 or so

Originally posted by Sabian So like if I were to want to join in on this little ride ya'll are thinking of...where would I have to be? 84th street doesn't help me much as I dont' even know the town. That and 8am...ya, I have to drive at least 2 hours to come close to where ya'll are. Could I meet ya somewhere else? The problem is that we won't really know where we're riding until we ride, which makes it difficult to pick a place to meet. :confused: You're more than welcome to meet me at the location I PM'd you last time. It's right off of I-80 and we can go to the breakfast from there. You'd have to be there no later than 8:15-8:30 though. If you need me to re-send you the directions and my phone number, let me know. Eric

the only problem with that is, I really don't want to start riding from ames at 5:30 am...sice it will take me 2-3 hours to get there. Unless, you can tell me where I can unload a bike from a truck. I might be able to con my roommate into letting me use his dakota for the day. I don't have a board to unload....anyone know of a hill or something I can back up to? I'd really like to join ya'll..

I got a couple of ramps if you drive to omaha

Very true stunt_girl...wonder if they can lift it back in the truck...:) she's my only girl at the moment, woudlnt' want to piss her off now by dropping her.

I've got a pair of ramps as well. You're welcome to stop by my place, unload, and leave your truck in my driveway while we ride. Eric

I've helped lift mine with the help of one other friend into and out of a truck before, and if the 04 is closer to the weight of my bike it shouldn't be a problem. but ya don't want to piss her off more than the tornado did :crash

Erkki...I might have to take you up on that. Let me talk to my roommate and see if I can give him my car for his truck this weekend. Do I know where your place is? I've got about two million pm's from people, so if you told me once, it's among that...I'll let you know what i find out, and we'll go from there. Z

Originally posted by Sabian Erkki...I might have to take you up on that. Let me talk to my roommate and see if I can give him my car for his truck this weekend. Do I know where your place is? I've got about two million pm's from people, so if you told me once, it's among that...I'll let you know what i find out, and we'll go from there. Z My place is easy to find as I'm about a mile from the interstate exit. I can just meet you at the gas station I told you about in my PM to you a couple of weeks ago. If you can't find that PM, let me know and I'll send it again.

Ok...dumb question...but anyone else notice that it's to rain both sat and sunday? At least up and over here in ames...what are ya'll seeing?

Rain Friday, partly cloudy and 58 Saturday, rain Sunday. Should be a fun ride to Minnesota!! :jump

Ok...i'll see what I can come up with. I'll let you know via pm erkki if I need your ramps. Thanks again for the offer...

Originally posted by Erkki The certification is so you can teach how to use them, via workshops, private instruction, etc. You don't need to be certified if you just want to work out. ;) Yeah, that's what I was referring to was for the intstrution etc.. Heck, I wonder if I could become certified in working out with sandbags :fact :lol :lol

yeah got my lic and ins taken care of now its gonna rain all weekend :( MAN ins is expensive!

No rain, no rain...no rain...Yay...changed the weather again. So if it doens't change and my roommate here lets me have his truck...all will be good, and I'll join ya'll.

yep no rain and 60's should make for a nice ride. I changed up my bike a bit the past couple of days :D She's stealthy black now :boobies

take pics stunt girl...I wanna see...

Originally posted by Sabian take pics stunt girl...I wanna see... Get your butt down here and see for yourself!! :p ;)

I'm tryn, i'm tryn...

Might end up just riding out to meet ya'll. Havn't seen my damn roommate in like two days. I'll tell ya, i'm gonna be one tired man when I get there though.

Originally posted by Sabian Might end up just riding out to meet ya'll. Havn't seen my damn roommate in like two days. I'll tell ya, i'm gonna be one tired man when I get there though. It's actually not too bad. I rode to DM all the time on my 02, and even rode up to Mason City once. The 04 is A LOT more comfy than the 02, so my trip to MN this weekend shouldn't be bad either. You'll be fine, just meet me at the gas station (be sure to give me a call), we'll go get some grub and you'll be ready to rock!!!

Oh I know it's a not a bad drive...I used to go to Iowa City and back from hree all the time..actually some fun ass roads betwen here and there if you take a map...it's just that I am really ...really not a morning person. :)

Go to bed early, wake up early, take a cold shower (gets the blood flowing), get some coffee and you'll be wired. Or, just get some Red Bull. :eek: By the way, did you find all that info I PM'd you a couple weeks ago?

Early....oh man, it's friday...that's gonna be hard...especially since I have a date with this fine ass woman tonight... Ya, I have the info about the gas station...got your cell too....wanna just meet there and you can show me the way to the place to eat? I'll be there by 8 on the bike or in a truck...either way, i'm friggn comn.

I don't believe you about the girl. Better take some pics, for proof. Gimme a call when you get to the gas station. I live about 2 minutes away.

lol...take some pics of my date? Jill is gonna kick your ass if she finds out you said that....(i'm forwarding this page now)

Originally posted by Sabian lol...take some pics of my date? Jill is gonna kick your ass if she finds out you said that....(i'm forwarding this page now) :confused: Who's Jill?

Jill=date...anyone else getting a laugh out of this?

Originally posted by Sabian Jill=date...anyone else getting a laugh out of this? LOL...oops. I'm in trouble now........

How old are you Erkki? Actually, for that matter, how old is everyone on this forum here?

Originally posted by Sabian How old are you Erkki? Actually, for that matter, how old is everyone on this forum here? 27. And married, so that makes me automatically 10 years older, doesn't it? How about you Sabian?

25 and feel like I am married even though I am not!

Originally posted by Jump1979man 25 and feel like I am married even though I am not! Are you going to the breakfast and then riding with us tomorrow?

Originally posted by Erkki 27. And married, so that makes me automatically 10 years older, doesn't it? How about you Sabian? 32 + married(10) = 42. 42 + (1 11 year old son) = 53 and balding :scared:

21 in 2 months :jump

53 year olds can still ride? Wow..impressive. I'm a youngn..23 be me, and kinda single as you all know, but hopefully not for much longer. :) Sounds like a diverse group...early twenties to early thirties/fifties...Can't wait to meet ya'll.

:lol :lol Yeah, I started riding late in life. I was 29(44) when I got my first bike.

Originally posted by Erkki Are you going to the breakfast and then riding with us tomorrow? I am seriously considering it. Depends on what the weather guy says between now and tomorrow.

Originally posted by Jump1979man I am seriously considering it. Depends on what the weather guy says between now and tomorrow. Sunny!! With highs in the low 60s. Should be in the mid 50's when we're riding though. That's not bad at all though, I rode yesterday with my vented leathers and was fine. Gimme a call in the morning if you're going to go. I'm meeting Sabian, then we can ride over to Summer Kitchen.

35 + divorced = 29 :riding

So this is my baby. I think someone asked once to see it....Her ass is the best part. :)

Though since some of you arn't ass guys...and ya want a frontal view...here ya are.

You asshole. I love those pipes, but have been able to resist without much trouble since I haven't seen any carbon (Akra has the best carbon). Now that I'm going to see the carbon in person (pics don't do it justice), I'm going to have even more heartache and longing, since I can't afford the system yet We won't even go into what will happen when I hear it for the first time. Aaarghhh!!!

lol...sorry Erkki....she's beautiful....though with the silver bike, the titanium looks really good too. Though I agree, the carbon is the best look...breaks up the tail a bit. Wait till my rims are painted silver too...then she's gonna be really pretty. Sound...actually not that loud which is what I wanted...she growls which is also what I wanted.... Jesus...clicked submit now three times...keeps timing out...anyone else think this site is slower than piss?

Originally posted by Erkki Sunny!! With highs in the low 60s. Should be in the mid 50's when we're riding though. That's not bad at all though, I rode yesterday with my vented leathers and was fine. Gimme a call in the morning if you're going to go. I'm meeting Sabian, then we can ride over to Summer Kitchen. I will call you around 730 if I do decide to go.

check that, looks like rain tomorrow. too much of a risk that it will happen. I probably would be up for going on Sun.

Originally posted by Jump1979man check that, looks like rain tomorrow. too much of a risk that it will happen. I probably would be up for going on Sun. According to Intellicast and Weather.com, rain won't start until 3ish. Should be a nice morning/early afternoon to ride. Gimme a call if you change your mind and want to come with. Eric

Originally posted by Erkki According to Intellicast and Weather.com, rain won't start until 3ish. Should be a nice morning/early afternoon to ride. Gimme a call if you change your mind and want to come with. Eric Well there was a chance of rain but, the bigger issue was my parents needed my help doing something today and they just told me about it at 8 pm friday night. At first I said no I have plans then they gave me the sob story of "we help you on a moments notice" whatever, so I had to cancel for teh ride. It is dang nice out right now too. 9am Sat. Sorry guys, I will get to go out sometime soon.

Don't worry about it Jump, of all the rides this one would have been the one to miss (we did a bit too much off-roading).

just got home...9pm...going to bed. thanks for the ride guys...but i'm beat.

glad you made it home ok sabian. thanks for comin out our way. (how's the tire? :p )

actually, i lied...took a bath...sore legs and very very cold. now I go to bed. thanks for having me out stunt girl and erkki...when can we do it agian...?!?!?!? :)

Originally posted by Sabian actually, i lied...took a bath...sore legs and very very cold. now I go to bed. thanks for having me out stunt girl and erkki...when can we do it agian...?!?!?!? :) I'm glad you made it home safely. It was great to meet you, and fun riding with you. Hopefully next time we ride, it won't be so cold and the tires won't slide around so much. Although, it was kind of fun (but scary!!). :eek: :) Eric

Where did you guys end up going after I went to work? Did you eat at Fazoli's? Did you ride down to Glenwood? Zach, did you take I-80 home, or did you try to find highway 30 and take it? Probably no fun riding for me this weekend. I have to work Sat. morning, then I'm conducting a kettlebell seminar at 1:00, after which I'm working at the track again. Sunday is Mom's day and I have to go over to my in-laws'. Atleast I'll have a full day on the track on Thursday!! Eric

Fazoli's, then ya some road off of I20 somthing. Took 80 home, just faster, and it was getting cold out again. I'd love to ride sat if anyone is up for it. Sun is out obviously...but if you all want to meet somewhere, i'd be up or it. Let me know.

I'm Clint from West Des Moines, IA. I'm definately up for a ride anytime with everyone. By the way is anyone heading up to Elkhart Lake for the AMA races in June. I'm goin with some guys and i still have room for a couple in our hotel room if you're interested. We are leaving from des moines then to ames to meet up with some people. later, clint

Originally posted by Dutch54 I'm Clint from West Des Moines, IA. I'm definately up for a ride anytime with everyone. By the way is anyone heading up to Elkhart Lake for the AMA races in June. I'm goin with some guys and i still have room for a couple in our hotel room if you're interested. We are leaving from des moines then to ames to meet up with some people. later, clint I'm interested. When in June is the race, when are you planning on leaving to head up there, and when are you planning on heading back? Thanks, Eric

I'd be interested too...when are you heading and things...I'm in ames. How about cost?

Erkki and Sabian, We are planning to head up on the morning of June 4th. We are gonna come back on sunday afternoon the 6th. It should be a great time. Tickets are $30 per day, but we will probably only go in on sat. and sunday. because friday is usually just practice and stuff. I basically got my uncle's spare room. So i think it's just like a double room with two queen bed's or something. Nothing fancy. Right now i have one guy goin with my for sure, i'm sure we can double up if we have too, (we have to do it all the time on football trips lol). Otherwise you could get on the net and look for other accomodations or we can put people on the floor. The room is like $65 bucks so if we have like 4 of us in there it will be cheap as shit. Two of us will be leaving from des moines then to ames to meet up with my uncle and cousin and like two other guys i think. The hotel is about 20 miles from the race track so that will make for nice morning rides to the track. Let me know if you want more info. When have you guys been riding and where? I'm in England right now but i'll be back next week, then i have to pick up my plastic for my bike and put my fender eliminator and new exhaust on and i'll be ready to do it up. Hope to hear from you soon, Clint

You are hauling bikes? How? Truck, Trailer?

No we aren't hauling bikes. That would defeat the purpose of going. Sorry if i made it sound like we were.

Ahh...read the nice 20 mile ride to the track and assumed. I'll let you know what I can come up with here. We'll be riding sat...you wanna join?

Anybody going to the AMA race at Brainerd (June 25th)? I was thinking about heading up for that one, but haven't made any definite plans yet. Let me know if you guys/girls want to get something together. --Griff-- Be safe...

Ok, well i would ride saturday but like i said i'm still in england until mid next week. However, a friend of mine and i are riding some honda's that we are renting up to the highlands of scotland this weekend. We are gonna do about 1500 miles in 3 days. So we are pumped for that. Do you ever make it down to porky's on thursday nights?

Well if I could read, that would make things different. When you get back...we will ride. :) Ya, i did once at the end of last season...I might try to get down there again sometime.

whos riding in ames tonight?

Me

I'm free for a saturday ride up until 3p, where do you all want to meet up?

Damn, once again I will be busy helping out the Parentals this weekend! Sorry guys/girl! I know one day my parents will either run out of money or become bored with the home remodeling projects and I will once again be able to ride my bike!

gee jump, your're gonna forget how to ride :p

oh and for AMA races I'm headin out to PPIR in colorado in 2 weeks, probably won't be able to make any other races.

Originally posted by stunt_girl oh and for AMA races I'm headin out to PPIR in colorado in 2 weeks, probably won't be able to make any other races. your not welcome in Colorado anymore sellout:finger j/k I'll see you there:sneaky

you're just bitter cause the girls that could ride left the springs :finger

Originally posted by stunt_girl gee jump, your're gonna forget how to ride :p I may have already forgotten.......the last time I rode was when I got my ticket!

Lookin to ride tonight....................Stunt_girl, I called you!

Originally posted by Jump1979man Lookin to ride tonight....................Stunt_girl, I called you! Hopefully you guys didn't get the rain storm like what we did up here... :( Oh well, at least I got my bike washed after it rained...

Originally posted by Jump1979man Lookin to ride tonight....................Stunt_girl, I called you! Did you guys stop by my house Saturday night? My brother in law said he saw a guy and a girl on bikes leaving from the direction of my place as he was heading home (he lives next door). If it was you, you probably know I wasn't home. I was working down at the track.