SuperBikes! -- not the show I'd like to see

tuffy6969 · 06-30-2006, 1:33 PM

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Originally Posted by clutchslip

Good, simple note. I sent one like it.

Excellent - now to get ALL of us to do it...it WILL make a difference. But we all need to take the time and do it!

fastjester · 06-30-2006, 10:20 PM

I was checking out some sites on Deals Gap. The host of the show was out there riding. He was wearing jeans and what looked like work boots (the tan kind). Anyway his camera man that was filming him had on full leathers. What an A$$ wipe! Just to look the part of "I sooooooo cool".

I didn't see the show and won't see it. Say what you want about G. W. at least he show a good image.

Scout · 06-30-2006, 10:44 PM

Personally, I didn't HATE Greg White, I just think he lacked charisma, and was a dork.

I saw Superbikes. F-F-F'in---WTF ????

It was laughably bad, and reminded me of those old beach movies with the "mock" motorcyle gang spoofs of the "Wild One".

Yeah, and they blew out a local riding area of someone here. Knew it would happen....coming to a city near you.

Look, I'm a boots and jeans guy, but I'm also old(ish) and stubborn. I preach what I don't practice. So I guess I'm guilty as hell there. But, I'm not syndicated nor do I claim to represent anyone but myself. This show is bad in so many ways, I can't believe it's airing.

All the hate mail in the world doesn't compare to the fan mail of "Urr da shitttzzznnit!" from the youngsters and stunting crowd. I guarantee they're breaking out their crayons as we speak.

My prediction: Some huge liability issue will surface with the show in the first season, and then it will be done.

lets hope...

tuffy6969 · 07-01-2006, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Scout

Personally, I didn't HATE Greg White, I just think he lacked charisma, and was a dork.

I saw Superbikes. F-F-F'in---WTF ????

It was laughably bad, and reminded me of those old beach movies with the "mock" motorcycle gang spoofs of the "Wild One".

Yeah, and they blew out a local riding area of someone here. Knew it would happen....coming to a city near you.

Look, I'm a boots and jeans guy, but I'm also old(ish) and stubborn. I preach what I don't practice. So I guess I'm guilty as hell there. But, I'm not syndicated nor do I claim to represent anyone but myself. This show is bad in so many ways, I can't believe it's airing.

All the hate mail in the world doesn't compare to the fan mail of "Urr da shitttzzznnit!" from the youngsters and stunting crowd. I guarantee they're breaking out their crayons as we speak.

My prediction: Some huge liability issue will surface with the show in the first season, and then it will be done.

lets hope...

You or someone you know got your riding area exposed to the world Scout? Now that it IS exposed - where is it?

Also - I too ride in my Doc Martens and jeans. I have the helmet, gloves, and armored riding jacket. For everyday riding - that's enough for me.

If I were on the track all the time or running the Ortega Hwy. to Hell's Kitchen down here in SOCAL - I would have full gear on without a question or hesitation!

I am a believer in SAFETY FIRST - fun 2nd!!! I learned from my dad and my son learned from me.

You kno what Scout....no matter what they say...I think YOU are the fu**ing shitttzzznnit!!!!!!!!!!

Hehehee......... go BAKOBOYZZZZ!!!!

Scout · 07-01-2006, 12:59 AM

No, not my riding areas....

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In my own fooking backyard!!!

And they exposed "The Wall". God Damn them!

...I think YOU are the fu**ing shitttzzznnit!!!!!!!!!!

I think I may make "road captain" soon...

fastjester · 07-01-2006, 1:09 AM

Now don't get me wrong I don't ride with full leathers all the time, but if I'm riding the Gap or that type of riding I'm geared up. And when I'm on TV hosting a show about sportbike riding I go out of my way to show whats best not just the "I'm cool" factor.

tuffy6969 · 07-01-2006, 2:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Scout

No, not my riding areas....

...I think YOU are the fu**ing shitttzzznnit!!!!!!!!!!

I think I may make "road captain" soon...

clutchslip · 07-03-2006, 5:11 AM

Here is a petition to sign -
http://www.petitionspot.com/petitions/Superbikesmustgo

VOTE - you're entitiled as a 'wannabe-tv-hero' and closet stunna.

Scout · 07-03-2006, 6:45 AM

For what it's worth, signed and delivered.

dosequis driver · 07-03-2006, 10:03 AM

The Executive Producer must have been stoned and watching "Torque" when he came up with the the concept for SuperBikes: yeah, biker gangs on sportbikes... that's the ticket! It's about the brotherhood of speed, being outlaws, street survival, and living on the ragged edge. Give me a break.

Torque

clutchslip · 07-04-2006, 10:32 PM

Did you see the new show. The community worked, damn it. I am sure that show was not original going to be that way, especially the ending.

Congrats to all that e-mailed or voted.

Mojave954 · 07-04-2006, 10:44 PM

Crap I missed it. I did write in and tell them thanks for portraying us all as street stunnin thugs.

rb1 · 07-04-2006, 11:49 PM

I watched the second installment of "SuperBikes!" tonight, and it appears that they were working hard to cater to those of us who were not happy with the first show. It was definitely an improvement, but I don't know if I trust them not to return to more reprehensible crap in future episodes-- anyone who could produce that first show must be seriously mental.

07-04-2006, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by rb1

I watched the second installment of "SuperBikes!" tonight, and it appears that they were working hard to cater to those of us who were not happy with the first show. It was definitely an improvement, but I don't know if I trust them not to return to more reprehensible crap in future episodes-- anyone who could produce that first show must be seriously mental.

The second show was taped before the first one hit the air.

tuffy6969 · 07-05-2006, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SPEED

The second show was taped before the first one hit the air.

07-05-2006, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by tuffy6969

tuffy6969 · 07-05-2006, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by SPEED

Just don't understand the context of your thread. Is that a good thing (IYO) that they filmed the 2nd show before the 1st one hit the air? What I am trying to say is - do you think they were going to "soften up" anyway?

ConqSoft · 07-05-2006, 12:22 AM

He's saying that any letters/e-mails/feedback from us had nothing to do with what was shown tonight, since it was taped before the first one even aired. So, plan on seeing more BS from the show....

Tornado bait · 07-05-2006, 12:28 AM

It was a decent first episode even though they got speeding tickets.

I think they could have easily filled a whole hour.

07-05-2006, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by ConqSoft

He's saying that any letters/e-mails/feedback from us had nothing to do with what was shown tonight, since it was taped before the first one even aired. So, plan on seeing more BS from the show....

You got part of it right anyway. It's a good thing that we voice our opinions about this and any show we watch so they have a good idea what us viewers want. The idea as I understand it is to cover "All" kinds of "Superbike" riding, not just stunting & track days. Even though the first one really didn't appeal to most of us track style riders, to me it was better than another chopper show.

I have been in contact with Jason Britton & am trying to work out a special interview with him about the new show...... hopefully we can get it all sorted out soon.

sheepofblue · 07-05-2006, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Tornado bait

It was a decent first episode even though they got speeding tickets.

I think they could have easily filled a whole hour.

Had to love the casting. Wonder what bail was for earlobe ring guy

Just a casual group my tail that was a manufactured group and you could tell.

Custom900 · 07-05-2006, 12:42 AM

I agree with an earlier post on the other Superbikes thread. That show was likely recorded before anyone sent a single complaint. Let's see what future episodes do and then we can see whether or not the viewer made a difference.

tuffy6969 · 07-05-2006, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SPEED

You got part of it right anyway. It's a good thing that we voice our opinions about this and any show we watch so they have a good idea what us viewers want. The idea as I understand it is to cover "All" kinds of "Superbike" riding, not just stunting & track days. Even though the first one really didn't appeal to most of us track style riders, to me it was better than another chopper show.

I have been in contact with Jason Britton & am trying to work out a special interview with him about the new show...... hopefully we can get it all sorted out soon.

I personally don't consider stunting riding at all. Riding wheelies down a highway at 85mph isn't riding either. It's dangerous and damn foolish. When I see it....I pray for them to get a little scare....slow 'em down.

As far as being better than another chopper show - amen. I'm sick of that sh**.

Thanks for working on our behalf (and yours) to get to the bottom of this!

Tuffy

rb1 · 07-05-2006, 1:01 AM

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Originally Posted by SPEED

The second show was taped before the first one hit the air.

Yes, they probably have at least 4 or 5 shows "in the can" already. But did they re-edit it before showing it, or add or delete portions of it, or did they change the order of shows, or change anything else because of the numerous negative comments about the first show, or not? If they didn't change anything, then it indicates that their show is going to be "all over the map", directionless. The theme of the first show was "sport bikers are bad-ass, criminal, stunters, drinkers, and fighters." The theme of the second show was "sport bikers are cool, responsible, safety-conscious dudes and dudettes, and those few who violate the law immediately regret it because they are caught by the police and heavily fined by the courts."

07-05-2006, 1:05 AM

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Originally Posted by rb1

Yes, they probably have at least 4 or 5 shows "in the can" already. But did they re-edit it before showing it, or add or delete portions of it, or did they change the order of shows, or change anything else because of the numerous negative comments about the first show, or not? If they didn't change anything, then it indicates that their show is going to be "all over the map", directionless. The theme of the first show was "sport bikers are bad-ass, criminal, stunters, drinkers, and fighters." The theme of the second show was "sport bikers are cool, responsible, safety-conscious dudes and dudettes, and those few who violate the law immediately regret it because they are caught by the police and heavily fined by the courts."

They actually have tapped 6 (or in the can). Perhaps you missed what I said about the intention of the show?

07-05-2006, 1:06 AM

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Originally Posted by tuffy6969

I personally don't consider stunting riding at all. Riding wheelies down a highway at 85mph isn't riding either. It's dangerous and damn foolish. When I see it....I pray for them to get a little scare....slow 'em down.

As far as being better than another chopper show - amen. I'm sick of that sh**.

Thanks for working on our behalf (and yours) to get to the bottom of this!

Tuffy

You are very welcome.