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The Motorcycle Discussion Thread
I figure there are some motorcycle guys/gals on CP, so I thought we could have a place to talk all things Motorcycles.
Tire Mount and Balance Prices (as of 10/29/16) Prices based on if you remove the wheels yourself and bring the wheels and new tires with you: Cycle Gear - $35 per wheel if you buy tires from them. $58 per wheel if you buy tires elsewhere Rawhide - $65 per wheel (assuming it would be the same at other HD dealers. they book it at 1/2 hr per wheel) C R Cycle Tires (DeSoto) - $30 per wheel Cheapest I've found my Michelin Commander II's. Seem like they have good prices on other brands too. http://www.jakewilson.com - Free 3 day shipping on orders over $75 Last edited by Dayze; 10-29-2016 at 09:02 PM.. |
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04-23-2021, 07:28 PM | #2491 |
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04-23-2021, 09:04 PM | #2492 | |
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next time get a Concours.
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04-26-2021, 05:54 PM | #2493 |
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I've got a N1k now. I can ride all day on it no problem. Before the N1k, I was heavily leaning towards the FJ09, but had a soft spot for Kawi since my '03 Ninja 600 (RIP)
my full on sport bike days are over; unless of course I get one as a 2nd bike to hooligan around on occasionally. Hell, I realized y hyper sport days were over when I sold my CBR back in probably 2011. Hell, the N1k is more comfortable than both my street glides. those bikes killed me between the shoulders and my lower back. Loved them, but got beat up on them as well on long rides. The Ninja is right in that sweet spot ergonomically. |
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04-26-2021, 09:18 PM | #2494 |
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04-27-2021, 09:55 AM | #2495 |
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04-27-2021, 12:59 PM | #2496 |
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Laptop backpack
So I recently was given a laptop to work from home a couple of days a week. But now it's riding season and today I discovered that the laptop doesn't quite fit in the saddlebag of my 2013 Road King.
Anyone have some experience with this? Any recommendations on a good quality laptop backpack for riding a motorcycle? I'm looking at maybe this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...5ad83a90c&th=1 This one looks okay but I'm not sure how water resistant it is. And I'm always a little weary of items that look to be cheap, Chinese made. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...baa474ca7&th=1 As for the first one, my work will reimburse for this buy they only want us to go up to $35. however, I am willing to spend the extra if it means getting a quality backpack that will last several years. |
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04-27-2021, 01:48 PM | #2497 | |
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04-27-2021, 05:25 PM | #2498 |
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Yeah, hard bags. I had to bungee it to the back seat today. I just don't feel comfortable continuing to do that.
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04-28-2021, 07:16 AM | #2499 | |
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some of the modern motorcycle backpacks are legit / comfortable. I've thought about getting one designed for a laptop / commute as well. I just don't commute as much as I used to, but it would be nice to have on the days I decide to ride in. |
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04-28-2021, 07:34 AM | #2500 |
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Find a good weather resistant backpack that you can strap to the backrest. If you can get a backrest with a luggage rack it helps a ton. I just use packs I got in the military, one I like is 5.11 24Rush pack, it is a good do it all pack.
https://www.511tactical.com/rush24-2-0-backpack.html |
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04-28-2021, 09:08 AM | #2502 | |
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I like that back pack. Thanks for the suggestion. |
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04-28-2021, 09:29 AM | #2503 |
Damn it feels good.
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I've been thinking about getting into a motorcycle lately. I have zero experience riding, and am mainly looking for something fun to tool around town on (and the occasional highway jaunt). I'm a bigger dude, and options seem pretty limited for good beginner bikes that will be comfortable at my size/height. Any suggestions? I've been looking at a Yamaha V Star 950, as I've heard that's a reasonable place to start for a beginner with the height issues I have.
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04-28-2021, 09:33 AM | #2504 | |
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04-28-2021, 09:36 AM | #2505 | |
Damn it feels good.
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