Adventure in Ohio? - Page 2154

mgorman · 11-08-2010, 04:38 PM

I was never a Velerdo fan myself. The only problem with concept bikes, they never come out as what they lure you with and if they do, they won't get sold here (USA)

I'm glad to see Yamaha do it

ThomasVolomitz · 11-08-2010, 05:00 PM

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Not to be confused with the Africa Twin, which would be missing two cylinders, Honda returns to its rugged off-road expedition-style adventure past with the Honda Crosstourer Concept. Based on the Honda VFR1200F’s V4 motor and dual-clutch transmission, the Crosstourer concept is designed to be the rugged off-roader that the Crossrunner and VFR1200F are not.

The spokes look good. (much better than mags)

mgorman · 11-08-2010, 06:44 PM

Nothing like having to buy a proprietary rim when you smash one.

Designed that way for tubeless I'm guessing.

'Flagger · 11-08-2010, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mgorman

Nothing like having to buy a proprietary rim when you smash one.

Designed that way for tubeless I'm guessing.

Pretty close to the same rim on the R1200GS.

mgorman · 11-08-2010, 07:05 PM

If there was a cylinder sticking out, it'd swear it was a R1200GS

swingset · 11-08-2010, 11:30 PM

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If there was a cylinder sticking out, it'd swear it was a R1200GS

Yeah, does resemble it quite a bit....shaft-drive too (tho I'd wager Honda's is a better system).

I know some people prefer a simple shaft final drive but I still value the ability to change gearing...for something you may offroad, I REALLY like being able to change gearing. On a sport-tourer? Shaft is fine.

I like the looks of that mocked up, updated Africa Twin, I so wish Honda would do a bike like that...they just tried it 15 years too early for the market, IMHO.

buildit · 11-09-2010, 05:41 AM

I guess we all get a touch of brand loyalty from bikes we own, as a result I have yet to develop a like or dislike for Honda. Maybe someday.

steingar · 11-09-2010, 06:34 AM

I've run Honda bikes for decades. They don't break, at least not until they get very old. I'm having some trouble with my Goldwing, but it's older than a lot of you.

mic_detonator · 11-09-2010, 06:40 AM

anything breaks in the end. i used to be a honda guy but since im out cheating with others i guess i like them all now.

miguez · 11-09-2010, 06:56 AM

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anything breaks in the end. i used to be a honda guy but since im out cheating with others i guess i like them all now.

I have yet to develop any brand loyalty, mainly because I have yet to find something that is clearly superior to the competition. In my experience, everything has pros and cons, and in the end it is down to a good deal that showed up, or the looks of the bike that may have won you over, or one or two features you really wanted, but none of that makes the bike a lot better than the competitors, at least from my point of view.

EJV · 11-09-2010, 07:25 AM

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I have yet to develop any brand loyalty, mainly because I have yet to find something that is clearly superior to the competition. In my experience, everything has pros and cons, and in the end it is down to a good deal that showed up, or the looks of the bike that may have won you over, or one or two features you really wanted, but none of that makes the bike a lot better than the competitors, at least from my point of view.

Also, someone letting you ride a particular brand can help to influence what you want next......

mgorman · 11-09-2010, 07:29 AM

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In my experience, everything has pros and cons, and in the end it is down to a good deal that showed up, or the looks of the bike that may have won you over, or one or two features you really wanted, but none of that makes the bike a lot better than the competitors, at least from my point of view.

I tell those in the of-road world to buy what ever brand the dealer in a reasonable distance sells that gives you the best support AFTER you buy it.

Nothing like buying a bike then having to drive 75 miles to get parts for it or having a dealer that never stocks what you need. Yes, there is the internet but your leaving friday for a trip and find out you muffler bearing is toast on Wednesday and no dealers have one. I was lucky in my 950 battery, Thiels Wheels had one when I was leaving for Michigan and he was on our way.

You have to be careful what you buy also, It's like me and bicycles, I run Campagnolo components, no bike shops stock the stuff because it isn't main stream. It'd be like walking into Honda and asking them if they stock Transalp fairings.

MrFurious · 11-09-2010, 07:33 AM

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Then, I sold the DRZ (to ADV inmate FUJIAN) ....

I wondered if that was yours when I saw it on Craig's List.

mgorman · 11-09-2010, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by EJV

Also, someone letting you ride a particular brand can help to influence what you want next......

I agree 100% on that one!

That's what is nice about Demo Days, how often do you get to ride a dirt bike in the element it was designed for?

My friend let me ride his CRF250, I liked it, I'd buy one. I rode a KX250, hated it! YZ250, loved it but hated the WR426.

I always wanted a BMC road bicycle, found a good deal, the reviews were good, so I ordered it. Now I wish I hadn't, one ride and I am willing to sell it.

miguez · 11-09-2010, 07:40 AM

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Also, someone letting you ride a particular brand can help to influence what you want next......

11-08-2010, 04:38 PM	#32296
mgorman Crashing since 1964 Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Massillon, Ohio Oddometer: 4,250	I was never a Velerdo fan myself. The only problem with concept bikes, they never come out as what they lure you with and if they do, they won't get sold here (USA) I'm glad to see Yamaha do it __________________ Michael

11-08-2010, 06:44 PM	#32298
mgorman Crashing since 1964 Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Massillon, Ohio Oddometer: 4,250	Nothing like having to buy a proprietary rim when you smash one. Designed that way for tubeless I'm guessing. __________________ Michael

11-08-2010, 07:05 PM	#32300
mgorman Crashing since 1964 Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Massillon, Ohio Oddometer: 4,250	If there was a cylinder sticking out, it'd swear it was a R1200GS __________________ Michael

11-09-2010, 05:41 AM	#32302
buildit Pumpkin Rider Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Near London, OH "sort of" Oddometer: 13,207	I guess we all get a touch of brand loyalty from bikes we own, as a result I have yet to develop a like or dislike for Honda. Maybe someday. __________________ Don't trust links? Google ADVFilmer for videos. http://www.youtube.com/user/advfilmer

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11-09-2010, 06:34 AM	#32303
steingar higher life form Joined: Sep 2010 Location: Midgard Oddometer: 429	I've run Honda bikes for decades. They don't break, at least not until they get very old. I'm having some trouble with my Goldwing, but it's older than a lot of you.

11-09-2010, 06:40 AM	#32304
mic_detonator ride Joined: May 2009 Location: o`er yonder Oddometer: 781	anything breaks in the end. i used to be a honda guy but since im out cheating with others i guess i like them all now.