Author Topic: Motorcycle Thread (Read 4256 times)

1/64th · « **on:** April 06, 2010, 03:22:52 PM »

So I'm going to buy a motorcycle next year. I may try to pick one up for cheap in the winter or I may just wait till it gets warm. Idk yet. Anyhoo, I'm wondering if any of you doodz have motorcycles and would like to tell me what kind of motorcycle to buy and what not to buy. Please do not tell me to buy a $15k Harley cuz it ain't gonna happen. I'm looking at mid-sized cruisers, no crotch-rockets.

I've looked at Kawasaki Vulcan 900s, Suzuki C50s, Yamaha V-Stars, and Honda Shadows. Anything else to look at and what do you think of the ones already mentioned. TIA.

AzCat · « **Reply #1 on:** April 06, 2010, 03:50:10 PM »

Your new bike:

Don't forget to thank me later.

CNS · « **Reply #2 on:** April 06, 2010, 03:59:56 PM »

Suzuki Boulevard C series. Been a fan of these for a few years. I don't have one, just like the look.

Last time I looked(been a while), there were quite a bit more affordable than a Harley.

Pete · « **Reply #3 on:** April 06, 2010, 04:00:42 PM »

Dudes, these things are very, very dangerous.

CNS · « **Reply #4 on:** April 06, 2010, 04:02:07 PM »

Intrigued.

Anyone rode one, or heard anything?

Cire · « **Reply #5 on:** April 06, 2010, 04:04:33 PM »

Death.

Johnny Wichita · « **Reply #6 on:** April 06, 2010, 04:29:36 PM »

You should probably get a Harley or something. You can pick one up for around 15k I've heard.

steve dave · « **Reply #7 on:** April 06, 2010, 04:31:27 PM »

Honda Civic

Farley Grudge · « **Reply #8 on:** April 06, 2010, 04:52:23 PM »

Find a nice used Yamaha Roadstar Warrior. Would post a pic but too lazy/stupid. Nice bike. Also, good choice on the Harley. Harleys are nice if you like WW1 technology but other than that they are just status. Oh yea. while on the topic, Harley Day can GTFOOMMFF!

1/64th · « **Reply #9 on:** April 06, 2010, 05:40:18 PM »

Quote from: Johnny Wichita on April 06, 2010, 04:29:36 PM

You should probably get a Harley or something. You can pick one up for around 15k I've heard.

:shakingfistatyouthreateningly:

1/64th · « **Reply #10 on:** April 06, 2010, 05:44:02 PM »

Well most of you sound like my grandma with the "you're gonna die/poke you're eye out with that thing" talk. Do any of you have a motorcycle? If so, what is it and should I get one??

CNS, I did look at those Can=Am reverse three wheeler things. Pretty weird. and expensive .

steve dave · « **Reply #11 on:** April 06, 2010, 05:53:19 PM »

Volvo C30

KITNfury · « **Reply #12 on:** April 06, 2010, 06:19:51 PM »

Quote from: 1/64th on April 06, 2010, 05:44:02 PM

Well most of you sound like my grandma with the "you're gonna die/poke you're eye out with that thing" talk. Do any of you have a motorcycle? If so, what is it and should I get one??

Yes, but don't have a cruiser. Sorry I can't help.

The best advice I have for you are:

Take an MSF course. You'll learn some valuable skills and you'll automatically have your license when you're done
Wear a helmet. Sure, the wind in your hair, chicks, blah, blah blah. Chicks don't dig dudes that have disfigured faces and wind in your hair is overrated.

Of course, I'm assuming you are a noob, so if not, good luck for your bike search. Just my $.02

Gooch · « **Reply #13 on:** April 06, 2010, 07:35:39 PM »

I have a Honda VTX 1800C. It also comes in a 1300cc version. Comes in several differnt versions from a big fender bagger style to a sportier version which is what i have. They are shaft driven so they are next to zero maintenance. Very good bike for the money.

Pete · « **Reply #14 on:** April 06, 2010, 09:38:16 PM »

Quote from: 1/64th on April 06, 2010, 05:44:02 PM

Well most of you sound like my grandma with the "you're gonna die/poke you're eye out with that thing" talk. Do any of you have a motorcycle? If so, what is it and should I get one??

CNS, I did look at those Can=Am reverse three wheeler things. Pretty weird. and expensive .

Bro, I speak from experience....

http://www.ksufans.com/forums/index.php?topic=33568.0

1/64th · « **Reply #15 on:** April 06, 2010, 09:39:07 PM »

I've been riding my dad's Vulcan for a couple years now and have ridden my father in laws Harley Road King. I know I want something smaller than that behemoth. I'll check out the Honda VTX line. Thanks for the info.

PS. And SD, next time I'm in the market for a small foreign car, I'll know who to ask.

1/64th · « **Reply #16 on:** April 06, 2010, 09:42:52 PM »

Quote from: Pete on April 06, 2010, 09:38:16 PM

Quote from: 1/64th on April 06, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Well most of you sound like my grandma with the "you're gonna die/poke you're eye out with that thing" talk. Do any of you have a motorcycle? If so, what is it and should I get one??

CNS, I did look at those Can=Am reverse three wheeler things. Pretty weird. and expensive .

Bro, I speak from experience....

http://www.ksufans.com/forums/index.php?topic=33568.0

I wouldn't go around telling a lot of people about your scooter wreck. However, scooters are super fun while being cute and adorable all at the same time. But they don't go on the highway, which I will need to do. Good lookin out brah.

Pete · « **Reply #17 on:** April 06, 2010, 09:47:27 PM »

Quote from: 1/64th on April 06, 2010, 09:42:52 PM

Quote from: Pete on April 06, 2010, 09:38:16 PM
Quote from: 1/64th on April 06, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Well most of you sound like my grandma with the "you're gonna die/poke you're eye out with that thing" talk. Do any of you have a motorcycle? If so, what is it and should I get one??

CNS, I did look at those Can=Am reverse three wheeler things. Pretty weird. and expensive .

Bro, I speak from experience....

http://www.ksufans.com/forums/index.php?topic=33568.0

I wouldn't go around telling a lot of people about your scooter wreck. However, scooters are super fun while being cute and adorable all at the same time. But they don't go on the highway, which I will need to do. Good lookin out brah.

Not ashamed of riding/wrecking a scooter.

Plenty of them go on the highway. Just depends on what your needs are.

Either way, wear a helmet....I have a used full face one that has massive slashes across the front and side from my rough ridin' head slamming against the pavement and sliding for a few feet. I would have died without it. No joke, bro.

1/64th · « **Reply #18 on:** April 06, 2010, 10:05:12 PM »

I always wear a helmet. I went a couple blocks once without one and it scared the bejesus out of me. Will always wear a helmet, don't worry about me there. I would like to get a scooter too and start a scooter gang. Let me know if any of yall would be down for that in the KC area.

TBL · « **Reply #19 on:** April 06, 2010, 10:42:38 PM »

Thinking you look pretty kick ass wearing one of these.

wiley · « **Reply #20 on:** June 23, 2014, 08:59:07 PM »

Just picked up a triumph Bonneville this weekend. Pretty excited, I've found that my free time is now spent looking at aftermarket upgrades vs goEMAW.

sent from my phone while in the crapper

Emo EMAW · « **Reply #21 on:** June 24, 2014, 10:34:11 AM »

I wish Vincent still made bikes. I've always wanted a Vincent.

steve dave · « **Reply #22 on:** June 24, 2014, 10:37:23 AM »

vw golf

Asteriskhead · « **Reply #23 on:** June 24, 2014, 11:06:26 AM »

Quote from: Emo EMAW on June 24, 2014, 10:34:11 AM

I wish Vincent still made bikes. I've always wanted a Vincent.

1952 black lightning?

KITNfury · « **Reply #24 on:** June 24, 2014, 11:16:32 AM »

Quote from: Emo EMAW on June 24, 2014, 10:34:11 AM

I wish Vincent still made bikes. I've always wanted a Vincent.

To me, half the reason they are cool is because they are not made anymore. Not sure I would care as much if they were mass produced.