Is motorcycling allowed?

[sawystertrance]

This one also nice:  1000 XR

 

[Allrounder]

This one also nice:  1000 XR

 

Farking expensive!! but very nice!!

[sawystertrance]

Ah man, it's only money....

[Steven Knoetze (sk27)]

Ah man, it's only money....

 

My dad worked with a guy who would say the same thing.

It's only money and the banks have plenty and don't mind borrowing/lending it out either........

[sawystertrance]

Ja, look, I know how expensive things are and how difficult it is to earn enough but I have come to realise that it's important to make good memories in life. To do that, sometimes one has to just jump and yes, take a risk. 

 

Obviously it must be well-considered and I'm not suggesting people should just indebt themselves but too much fear and hesitation can sometimes deprive one of opportunities. It's a lesson I'm trying to teach myself and it's not easy.

[Hairy]

link of your post sent to my wife .... I will be shopping on the motorbike classifieds section for the rest of the day thank you!

Ja, look, I know how expensive things are and how difficult it is to earn enough but I have come to realise that it's important to make good memories in life. To do that, sometimes one has to just jump and yes, take a risk. 

 

Obviously it must be well-considered and I'm not suggesting people should just indebt themselves but too much fear and hesitation can sometimes deprive one of opportunities. It's a lesson I'm trying to teach myself and it's not easy.

[sawystertrance]

Haha. Don't blame me for having to sleep on the couch tonight...

[Andymann]

If you're lucky you'll be sleeping on the couch in the garage next to your new MOTORBIKE

[Allrounder]

link of your post sent to my wife .... I will be shopping on the motorbike classifieds section for the rest of the day thank you!

Buy a nice expensive bike. When eskom implodes you wont owe anyone anything and you will have a nice bike!! 

[Grebel]

This one also nice:  1000 XR

 

 

Friend of mine just got one. Traded his R1 in for an 1190R which he loved. Then someone from the other side showed him a deal on the XR. Dealer tailored him a deal that he couldn't walk away from and he hasn't been happier. Can't say enough good things about it.

[Enigma77]

Quick question for you guys:

 

Because of long delays at traffic lights, I have got into the habit of switching my bike off while waiting and then starting again to pull off. 

 

I do this perhaps twice a day. 

 

Is there any potential harm caused by this?

 

Cheers.

I don't have this problem, if you know anything about Italian bikes, you never switch off once it started as it may not start again...????

[sawystertrance]

Friend of mine just got one. Traded his R1 in for an 1190R which he loved. Then someone from the other side showed him a deal on the XR. Dealer tailored him a deal that he couldn't walk away from and he hasn't been happier. Can't say enough good things about it.

I just wonder if it should have a shaft drive. What are your views on that? Is it less sporty? Less efficient?

[sawystertrance]

I don't have this problem, if you know anything about Italian bikes, you never switch off once it started as it may not start again...

Haha. Looking at the photo of your bike, I think with fork travel like that, bumps in the road are your biggest problem. Does it bounce going across the road markings? 

[Captain Fastbastard Mayhem]

I just wonder if it should have a shaft drive. What are your views on that? Is it less sporty? Less efficient?

Shaft Drive Pros and Cons

Shaft drives are notable for their durability, longevity, and cleanliness. Because the shaft is self-contained, it rarely ever needs maintenance itself—the bike typically only requires regular oil changes to keep it going. Additionally, the shaft system stiffens the swing arm on the rear tire, providing increased handling and stability, while the absence of lubricants means the system runs cleaner than chain drive models.

 

On the other hand, shaft drive models typically tend to transmit more of the shock absorption to the bike frame and rider, which is especially true when accelerating or decelerating. The shaft system also has a tendency to lock the rear wheel if the downshifts do not match the road speed, which could be dangerous if the rider is not paying attention.

 

Due to their longer road-life, shaft drive motorcycles are much more expensive to repair and require parts made by their individual manufacturers—so it would be difficult to find a replacement shaft drive in the middle of a cross-country trip if something were to happen. Although shaft-driven bikes may run longer before needing repair, the costs involved when they do need maintenance are more than many buyers are willing to take on.

[Enigma77]

Haha. Looking at the photo of your bike, I think with fork travel like that, bumps in the road are your biggest problem. Does it bounce going across the road markings? 

it's surprisingly a super comfortable ride. Marzocchi upside down but can be adjusted. Alot more comfortable than the Duc 1299 Panigale I tested before.... I basically needed a back brace for 2 weeks after 20km.

[Gnarly]

My Boy, First race on the Senior Track against the 65s, he's on his 50.