Forum: Road warriors
02-10-2013, 03:48 PM
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Hap:
May I suggest this:
- Go to the...
Hap:
May I suggest this:
- Go to the "Day Trippin" section here on Advrider
- Look for the "FBAD; Life on the Blue Ridge" thread
The fellow (Fast Ferris) who started the thread rides a...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-16-2013, 06:55 AM
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Replies: 6,504
Views: 1,574,513
Klay:
What was your impression of the...
Klay:
What was your impression of the overall build quality of the GW?
From a styling viewpoint I prefer the TU; however the GW has a few features I like (e.g. disk brakes front and rear,...
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Forum: Road warriors
11-19-2012, 04:45 AM
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Forum: Road warriors
11-16-2012, 04:18 PM
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Replies: 124
Views: 11,913
The Suzuki website still shows price "TBA"
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The Suzuki website still shows price "TBA"
If it actually is $4099 I don't know if I'd be thrilled or worried. Less than the TU despite seemingly offering upgrades over the single?? Does the fact...
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Forum: Road warriors
11-16-2012, 04:48 AM
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Replies: 124
Views: 11,913
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Forum: Thumpers
11-14-2012, 04:04 PM
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Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,647
Gw250
The Suzuki website shows curb weight of 401 pounds.
I just saw this model on the website of my local Suzuki dealer and my first thought was it was hideous looking but after seeing the above...
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Forum: Ride reports
10-05-2012, 04:49 AM
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Replies: 177
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Another book suggestion
Sorry to say I had not seen this report before today and this may be a repeat:
For some interesting information on the Gettysburg battle may I suggest "These Honored Dead" by Thomas Desjardin.
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Forum: Road warriors
09-30-2012, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 105
Views: 18,396
Rivercreep:
I believe Suzuki has changed...
Rivercreep:
I believe Suzuki has changed the spec sheet. When I first saw the reference to FI for the S40 I checked the website and the specs did show "suzuki fuel injection" but now, as you have...
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Forum: Road warriors
09-27-2012, 03:28 PM
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Replies: 105
Views: 18,396
I can't say I love the style of the S40 (much...
I can't say I love the style of the S40 (much prefer the look of the TU) but I missed that it now has FI. Thank you for pointing that out. Seems odd that FI is not listed in the "Features" section of...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
08-24-2012, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 424
Views: 43,636
Sod Buster:
I've long had an interest in...
Sod Buster:
I've long had an interest in the "Old West" and appreciate your efforts. I believe we all realize that the violence that took place in those times is overstated in movies and on TV...
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Forum: Day Trippin'
07-19-2012, 04:44 AM
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Replies: 110
Views: 13,899
Ambivalent
I suspect many who have followed this thread have mixed feelings at this point: pleased you had a safe and enjoyable trip and sad to see your well written and entertaining report coming to an end.
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Forum: Day Trippin'
07-04-2012, 02:21 PM
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Replies: 110
Views: 13,899
Very much enjoying your report.
My youngest...
Very much enjoying your report.
My youngest daughter graduated from Marietta College and we stayed at the Lafayette. Hard to believe that was 22 years ago.
Does the Lafayette still have their...
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Forum: Battle scooters
06-28-2012, 12:01 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,128
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Forum: Thumpers
06-27-2012, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 7,857
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I have gone down dirt riding, and almost gone...
I have gone down dirt riding, and almost gone down many times when checking something like the trip meter, speed, or even the mirrors.
It takes 1/4 of a second for something stupid to happen on a...
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Forum: Day Trippin'
06-25-2012, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 2,374
Views: 163,308
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Forum: Road warriors
06-18-2012, 05:28 AM
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Replies: 242
Views: 40,106
Rebel 250
Little Bike:
Appears your wish is Hondas command: their website shows a 2012 Rebel now available.
Ned
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Forum: Road warriors
06-05-2012, 04:05 PM
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Replies: 2,333
Views: 376,912
I appreciate the replies.
Based on what...
I appreciate the replies.
Based on what I've read I'm quite sure the stock bike would have sufficient power for my needs/riding style.
I'm just a little concerned about comfort - but I have...
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Forum: Road warriors
06-01-2012, 02:46 PM
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Replies: 2,333
Views: 376,912
Were you immediately comfortable on the CBR?
I've been trying to decide on a new motorcycle for quite some time. I'm very interested in the CBR and the Suzuki TU250. I do think the CBR may be a slightly better choice (a little more HP, cast...
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
05-12-2012, 04:08 AM
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Forum: Road warriors
05-08-2012, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 2,458
Views: 630,388
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Forum: Thumpers
04-26-2012, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,647
Possible new subgroup?
quiet & Roadfinder:
I just turned 69 and hope to get a TU soon.
Perhaps in a year or so we can formally call ourselves SepTU250agenarians?
Ned
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Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers.
04-18-2012, 04:24 PM
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Replies: 8,203
Views: 295,395
Another Kermit?
About 2 months ago I posted here about a "Kermit Green" 2004 Speed Triple was was on display at L&D. As is my usual problem I hemmed and hawed and had just about decided to buy it when someone beat...
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Forum: Road warriors
03-24-2012, 05:28 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 5,053
Price for new/leftover RS?
A dealer here in DE is offering the 2010 Shadow RS for $5999.
I've not paid too much attention to this model but that did catch my attention. Does that seem like a fair price? If I had my...
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Forum: Day Trippin'
03-19-2012, 04:10 AM
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Replies: 2,374
Views: 163,308
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Forum: Thumpers
03-15-2012, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,647
Need a nudge
I've been following this thread since its' inception (I'm embarassed to say my first post to it is back on page 7) but keep pulling back from making the purchase. I need a push.
Despite numerous...
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Forum: Old's Cool
03-03-2012, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,375
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Forum: Road warriors
02-20-2012, 04:50 AM
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Replies: 84
Views: 9,366
First of all I wish you good luck and a quick...
First of all I wish you good luck and a quick recovery from your surgery.
Second, I thank you for this thread. I keep telling myself a 250 would really meet 90-95% of my riding needs but I still...
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Forum: Road warriors
02-19-2012, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 2,333
Views: 376,912
Engine "Rattle"
I've been considering the CBR and the Suzuki TU250.
On the CBR250net forum there are several complaints about a engine "rattle" of apparently unknown or uncertain origin; have any of the owners...
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Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers.
02-17-2012, 01:15 PM
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Replies: 8,203
Views: 295,395
Speed Triple at L&D
A few weeks ago I stopped at L&D to take a look at the newest TU250. I've read many nice things about that motorcycle and feel it would suit probably 90-95% of my riding needs.
They did not have...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-10-2012, 04:35 AM
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Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,647
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Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States
02-09-2012, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 554
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Forum: Southeast, The Lair of the Dragon - The Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains
02-09-2012, 12:44 PM
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Replies: 1,366
Views: 171,939
Book available
Received the March issue of "Wonderful West Virginia" today and noticed in the "West Virginia Bookshelf" section they are offering a book titled "Marking Our Past": a 208 page work describing the...
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Forum: Thumpers
02-05-2012, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,647
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Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States
02-05-2012, 07:11 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 554
Visiting "The Henry Ford"
Would appreciate advice as to how many days to allow for a visit to The Henry Ford/Greenfield Village museum.
I would think at least two but thought those who have been there might feel...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-27-2012, 05:04 AM
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Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,647
Chaplain:
Interesting information.
I've...
Chaplain:
Interesting information.
I've seen (online) a pamphlet for the R25 which was touted as a "Touring" model and produced a claimed 12 HP.
The first motorcycle I ever sat on - but did...
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Forum: Thumpers
01-25-2012, 04:55 AM
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Replies: 7,857
Views: 1,027,647
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Forum: Pics, pics, pics...
01-23-2012, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 534
Views: 230,984
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Forum: Day Trippin'
01-19-2012, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 868
As they say in the ad: you've got spunk!
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As they say in the ad: you've got spunk!
Seriously, I admire your sense of adventure. Did you have much trouble adjusting to the GS after having owned a much smaller machine?
Ned
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Forum: Day Trippin'
01-17-2012, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 2,374
Views: 163,308
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Forum: Day Trippin'
01-16-2012, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 2,374
Views: 163,308
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