I think I'm getting back on a motorcycle

[fullmetaljesus]

Broken necks hurt for a long time. Ask me how I know...

 

[phylodog]

Broken necks hurt for a long time. Ask me how I know...

I've ridden for years and been on the scene of more than a couple motorcycle fatality accidents, I don't take them lightly. I get on a motorcycle when I'm in no hurry and there aren't a lot of people between where I am and where I want to go.

 

[churchmouse]

I'm with ya 100%. Fortunately for me the roads around here are really well maintained and since it's just a commuter and not something I plan on taking out for joy rides I'm really tempted in spite of their shortcomings. I miss my Road King but I've always liked the look of a nice sportster.
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That’s 2 levels above nice right there.
I have a friend that raced one very similar to this. It was the dual carb factory model with some mods. He did well on it.
I ride it and yes it was lightning fast. Still rode like a Brama bull.

 

[KG1]

I ran over a possum one time while riding my cycle. So, there is that to consider. Not trying to talk you out of it but you might wanna think twice phylo.

 

[jagee]

My dad has totaled 2 bikes by hitting deer. 1 of them was less than 20 miles from me in a tree stand not seeing anything. He got a deer with his bike. I got nothing that season.

Buy the sporty. Ride it. If you don't like it, get something different. I like the cool bobber look. I was going to have one built a few years ago taking the engine and transmission off a Buell I bought. Decided against it. Sold the Buell, kept the bagger.

 

[phylodog]

Just found that this exists. Oh my....

 

[jagee]

Just found that this exists. Oh my....

Looks too much like a v-rod for me. Was never really a fan of those. I like the '48 and '72 models, though. For factory bikes they are pretty slick IMO.

 

[Hatin Since 87]

Not to be THAT GUY or anything, and I’m sure you already know this, but the drivers today are much more distracted than they were in 08. Every single time I get on the bike I almost get hit. I had a guy run a stop sign and almost t bone me, luckily I had the foresight and awareness that this dick wasn’t slowing, so I already made my way to the edge of the shoulder/grass and laid on the horn. Once he realized he swerved into oncoming traffic and swerved to miss a head on collision, he ended up in the grass off the other side of the road.


I don’t want anything bad to happen to you, I’ve grown fond of reading your comments and enjoy your knowledge on outdoor topics. I like your passion about the country and your willingness to express your true feelings. Please, be careful and stay aware.


Maybe we can get an ingo ride together this year or something, if I can get away from work long enough!

 

[Hatin Since 87]

Just found that this exists. Oh my....

Now that’s a whole new sexy.


My next is gonna be a triumph speed triple, but damn that’s a nice bike.

I’m still having my mid life crisis so not ready for a cruiser just yet

 

[KokomoDave]

Broken necks hurt for a long time. Ask me how I know...

This is me in December.

 

[Hatin Since 87]

This is me in December.

Sex = U?


Undisclosed? Unidentified? Unable to tell?



I’ve had an epidural in my lower neck/upper back, but I can’t imagine how you guys feel! Yikes

 

[KokomoDave]

The pics didn't attach?

I'm no good on tech.

 

[Hatin Since 87]

The pics didn't attach?

I'm no good on tech.

They did. In the pic it has your patient id # and sex of patient. Where it says sex it doesn’t have a “m” or “f” but a “u” instead. Don’t know why that stood out to me, my brain works in mysterious ways

 

[cbhausen]

This is me in December.

A five-level cervical plate… ouch. Are all those vertebrae fused now?

 

[KokomoDave]

They did. In the pic it has your patient id # and sex of patient. Where it says sex it doesn’t have a “m” or “f” but a “u” instead. Don’t know why that stood out to me, my brain works in mysterious ways

The techs have to be careful to "assign" anything during this bad period of time.
I'm fused there and L1 thru S1 which need a revision plus have a partial humerous of titanium but the ball is all ti. PEEK socket. 18 spine procedures. I have a Kevlar abs to cover a major hernia too. I usually have major surgery every 2 years.
I still ride but it is now a 350lb KTM making 125hp not an 800lb Harley making a LOT less.

 

[KokomoDave]

Sex = U?


Undisclosed? Unidentified? Unable to tell?



I’ve had an epidural in my lower neck/upper back, but I can’t imagine how you guys feel! Yikes

I have epidurals for funsies.

 

[fullmetaljesus]

This is me in December.

Broke my c1 in two places bc of a bike accident. Lucky to be alive and not crippled.

 

[phylodog]

Alright guys, you've changed my mind. After much thought and research I've decided on a BMW 310GS. Inexpensive, mildly offroad capable, light, nible and not quite enough oomph to get me into trouble. They're supposed to ride soft which the guys trying to run them offroad complain about but 90% of my riding will be on pavement so I'm good with it.

So now a new question...for a couple of reasons I intend to ride this thing as much as possible in place of driving my truck. This means plenty of riding in the rain and eventually the cold as well. Are there any good places around central IN to find good gear designed for motorcycling?

 

[bwframe]

Alright guys, you've changed my mind. After much thought and research I've decided on a BMW 310GS. Inexpensive, mildly offroad capable, light, nible and not quite enough oomph to get me into trouble. They're supposed to ride soft which the guys trying to run them offroad complain about but 90% of my riding will be on pavement so I'm good with it.

So now a new question...for a couple of reasons I intend to ride this thing as much as possible in place of driving my truck. This means plenty of riding in the rain and eventually the cold as well. Are there any good places around central IN to find good gear designed for motorcycling?
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Sweet looking bike!

No offense, but I'd bet you'd ultimately be happier with about double the cc's. Also easier to find parts (OEM and aftermarket) for the bigger version and resale might be easier?

I do all of my research on forums and buy online. Revzilla, Twisted Throttle, Amazon, etc. (If nothing else read specifics on the reviews.) Cycle Outfitters is on the south side of Indy though. I'm sure the Beemer steelerships would love to help you out also.

FYI - adventure sort of bikes are tall and get dropped, they just do. In the garage, in the gravel driveway, wherever. My suggestion is start off with crash bars, bark busters and spools. They have saved my plastics, paint and levers more than a few times.


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[Nazgul]

My Indian with a Friends HD.

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