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Forum: The Rockies – It's all downhill from here... 12-07-2012, 08:42 PM
Replies: 8,974
Views: 1,077,484
Posted By YamaLink
Boise. Winter. Selling a $25,000 used bike:...

Boise. Winter. Selling a $25,000 used bike: http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/3434064394.html
I've heard it around town. Windows shaking, women running with children in arms.
Forum: Road warriors 08-24-2011, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 867
Posted By YamaLink
Thanks for all the input. He's decided against...

Thanks for all the input. He's decided against the Aprilias and is leaning toward the BMW F800R. Will have to wait for the 2012; the coworker appears to be out of the F800R option. It's the only...
Forum: Road warriors 08-24-2011, 07:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 867
Posted By YamaLink
Recommend new Aprilia Shiver for newbie friend??

Friend wants to get a new street bike. He's pretty inexperienced on the street having owned just a (I'm laughing typing this) Yamaha Majesty/Majestic (?) scooter - the big heavy 250cc pig scooter....
Forum: Road warriors 08-24-2011, 07:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,371
Posted By YamaLink
Since 1985! Sold 2 times to family members before...

Since 1985! Sold 2 times to family members before ending back in the garage. Doesn't get ridden much. Was excited for the new gen VMax but the cost and weight were even scarier than the original's...
Forum: Thumpers 06-16-2011, 07:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,724
Posted By YamaLink
Good thread. I'm in the market and there is an L...

Good thread. I'm in the market and there is an L and a R for sale on the local CL.
Forum: Road warriors 06-16-2011, 07:14 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 7,446
Posted By YamaLink
One of my lust criteria in new bikes is sound,...

One of my lust criteria in new bikes is sound, and I hold my 85 Vmax with Kerker exhaust as the criteria others are based on; my Triumph Speed Triple with Arrows is a distant second. Almost went with...
Forum: Road warriors 06-15-2011, 09:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 14,371
Posted By YamaLink
Still have my '85. Thought about getting the new...

Still have my '85. Thought about getting the new Gen, but several factors stopped me, namely, the price and the weight and the price.
Forum: Thumpers 06-15-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 35,643
Views: 6,066,013
Posted By YamaLink
I like the "jump" that hillclimb has in the...

I like the "jump" that hillclimb has in the beginning; I put "jump" in quotes because last year famed MX racer Damon Bradshaw showed up to the Big Nasty Hillclimb outside Boise, Idaho, and proceeded...
Forum: Road warriors 06-01-2011, 08:14 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 8,328
Posted By YamaLink
I test ride each street bike before purchase. But...

I test ride each street bike before purchase. But two weeks ago I checked out a new street bike and the sales guy would not even let me sit on it. I understand why they have the "rules" but I'm not...
Forum: Thumpers 06-01-2011, 08:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,145
Posted By YamaLink
235 pounds before gear from the RaceTech site: ...

235 pounds before gear from the RaceTech site:


Recommended Fork Spring Rate: 0.515 kg/mm (use closest available)
Stock Fork Spring Rate: 0.46 kg/mm (stock)

REAR SHOCK SPRING
Recommended...
Forum: Road warriors 05-25-2011, 06:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,751
Posted By YamaLink
There is a local bike club/gang on the Ruckus and...

There is a local bike club/gang on the Ruckus and they ride through the mountain canyons. Cool yet odd looking.
Forum: Road warriors 05-24-2011, 12:31 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 31,060
Posted By YamaLink
Saw a black one in Boise yesterday. Looks much...

Saw a black one in Boise yesterday. Looks much nicer/meaner/sexier in person: http://motorcycle-bike-pictures.blogspot.com/2011/05/moto-guzzi-griso-1200-8v-se-2011.html
Forum: Thumpers 05-15-2011, 09:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,653
Posted By YamaLink
No travel is lost with a YamaLink. You still have...

No travel is lost with a YamaLink. You still have all 6.5" from the factory to suspend the nearly 300 pounds of light WR....

Non-short WRR riders use an aftermarket lowering link, and not because...
Forum: Road warriors 05-11-2011, 09:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,956
Posted By YamaLink
The link has a April 2011 date. As in April...

The link has a April 2011 date. As in April Fool's??
Twice the CBR1000RR price....just to beat the $16,000 msrp S1000RR?
Forum: Road warriors 05-04-2011, 06:42 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 45,239
Posted By YamaLink
In the same category as "many pics, email and...

In the same category as "many pics, email and I'll send some."
Why? The online ad was free and often times one or two pics are free. Craigslist allows 6 free pics.
Forum: Road warriors 05-04-2011, 06:26 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,749
Posted By YamaLink
I'll give input on my 08 S3. Setup seems to be...

I'll give input on my 08 S3. Setup seems to be more crucial than most bikes. The stock suspension is lacking on faster or rougher roads (I'm only 170 pounds) but a set of Race Tech straight rate fork...
Forum: Road warriors 05-03-2011, 04:11 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 45,239
Posted By YamaLink
I just called a local seller on his bike. He went...

I just called a local seller on his bike. He went off spouting about things that were almost laughable.

"I bet this thing will do high 8s in the 1/4 mile and it's totally stock!" (best mag test on...
Forum: Road warriors 05-02-2011, 05:02 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 45,239
Posted By YamaLink
This bike runs like a raped ape!!! Not for the...

This bike runs like a raped ape!!! Not for the weak hearted!!! Just hearing it run will make your heart pound.

http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/2358737815.html
Forum: Road warriors 04-30-2011, 03:48 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 47,523
Posted By YamaLink
Wow, big leaf of faith; your R1 and Aprilia are...

Wow, big leaf of faith; your R1 and Aprilia are pretty new!
Forum: Road warriors 04-30-2011, 07:11 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 45,239
Posted By YamaLink
Technically this is a street bike:...

Technically this is a street bike: http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/2354551723.html

Seller doesn't say anything dumb; wanted to share the sweet "bike".
Forum: Road warriors 04-30-2011, 07:08 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 45,239
Posted By YamaLink
A few things rolled into 1 advertisement:...

A few things rolled into 1 advertisement: http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/2354125344.html
Forum: Thumpers 04-29-2011, 10:08 PM
Replies: 35,643
Views: 6,066,013
Posted By YamaLink
Oh my, what a view!!!

Oh my, what a view!!!
Forum: Road warriors 04-28-2011, 07:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 503
Posted By YamaLink
Shipping a road bike. Who have you used?

Mods: if this needs to be moved please do so.....


Who do you trust for shipping a street bike? Best in terms of being prompt and safe with the bike.

Allied is the only one I know of.
Forum: Road warriors 04-18-2011, 07:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,081
Posted By YamaLink
Does resale strength factor in your next bike purchase?

If you purchased new did the reality of the bike's resale weigh heavily in the purchase?

And if you purchased used was the price a screaming deal to the point it was the tipping factor vs a...
Forum: Road warriors 04-18-2011, 03:26 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 45,239
Posted By YamaLink
1000cc v-twin sellers: "It'll eat any 600cc for...

1000cc v-twin sellers: "It'll eat any 600cc for lunch."
Harley sellers: "Show them rice rockets who's boss."
Sportbike sellers: "Great condition. Has small road rash on left side. Tank has dent....
Forum: Road warriors 04-18-2011, 08:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,483
Posted By YamaLink
Thanks for the input. The seller just recommended...

Thanks for the input. The seller just recommended me buying a zero mile 2010 holdover if it came down to choosing the demo or not. I'd keep the Leo Vince and TailTidy on after hearing and seeing the...
Forum: Road warriors 04-18-2011, 08:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,483
Posted By YamaLink
Would you pass on this street bike demo price?

<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:DoNotOptimizeForBrowser/> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--> Of course there are different levels of...
Forum: Road warriors 04-14-2011, 07:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,051
Posted By YamaLink
Mind me asking why a past owner of a RSV4?

Mind me asking why a past owner of a RSV4?
Forum: Road warriors 04-13-2011, 12:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,051
Posted By YamaLink
As of today they have a 0 mile black with a new...

As of today they have a 0 mile black with a new engine being put in as we speak. The early versions had bad internal (rod?).

Price is $12,600 OTD not counting my getting it back to Boise.
...
Forum: Road warriors 04-13-2011, 12:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,051
Posted By YamaLink
Always Sunny in Seattle is their voice mail, ha....

Always Sunny in Seattle is their voice mail, ha. I have some friends up there (in Boise, I am) and plan a trip or two soon.

According to http://www.motointernational.com/HDB_7_05.htm (which I...
Forum: Road warriors 04-13-2011, 10:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,051
Posted By YamaLink
What's your thoughts on Aprilia customer service?

Looking at a 2010 Aprilia RSV4R. Delivered to my door is $13,600. Ouch. But I can't find a used one anywhere; either no one is buying new ones or owners are keeping theirs safe and sound due to pure...
Forum: Road warriors 04-12-2011, 11:29 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 29,109
Posted By YamaLink
The short list while eating lunch: 2010...

The short list while eating lunch:

2010 Aprilia RSV4R from AF1 out of Texas. Price is $13,599 delivered to my door.

2006 RC51. About $5500 to $6k.
Forum: Road warriors 04-12-2011, 08:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 381
Posted By YamaLink
The CBR1000RR and S1000RR have the top speed thrilla

Let me preface this by saying the streets are not a venue for racing or exhibition of speed. Take it to the track. Having said that.....

My tentative search/decision over the S1000RR or the...
Forum: Road warriors 04-08-2011, 03:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,598
Posted By YamaLink
Friend buys 5 year old sportbike and doesn't care how "slow" or common it is

My friend has been following a few threads on here regarding my search for an RC51 or debating between the CBR1000RR or S1000RR. Today he picked up a 5 year old R1 for a screaming deal and in great...
Forum: Road warriors 04-08-2011, 10:11 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 15,596
Posted By YamaLink
Driving my truck down the street I heard what was...

Driving my truck down the street I heard what was presumed to be a Ducati 1098/1198 with aftermarket something. Head on a swivel. Turns out to be a crossplane R1 with aftermarket exhaust.

The R1's...
Forum: Road warriors 04-08-2011, 10:08 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,302
Posted By YamaLink
Boise. I may do the 430 mile trip to visit a...

Boise. I may do the 430 mile trip to visit a friend in Portland and check on the all black 51. Updates if that happens.
Forum: Road warriors 04-05-2011, 10:57 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,302
Posted By YamaLink
One just popped on the local classified but it's...

One just popped on the local classified but it's hammered, and the price is high at least for me: http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/2306820983.html
Forum: Road warriors 04-05-2011, 06:53 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,302
Posted By YamaLink
The aprilia my friend is considering....I'd get...

The aprilia my friend is considering....I'd get it but it's a bit too "out there" for me in terms of looks even without the rainbow motif.

http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/s...d.php?t=199535...
Forum: Road warriors 04-04-2011, 07:07 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,302
Posted By YamaLink
Wow, great input! By chance you have any...

Wow, great input! By chance you have any time/input on a Aprilia Mille Colin Edwards model?!
Forum: Road warriors 04-04-2011, 07:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,302
Posted By YamaLink
You're right. I once drove to the San Fran area...

You're right. I once drove to the San Fran area for my dad, and for a stinkin' Suzuki DR350 with a 435 kit. Wow, that was worth the bajillion mile trip. :eek1

Thing with going that far is you're...
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