Reason To Fight

bladeracer · 09-03-2009, 3:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

I knew I should have been more precise, even after re-reading my post. But I still let it go

What I was trying to say was that you can pick up a 'Second-hand' bike of all cc's for very little money compared to that of a lot of cars with similar performance. Well thats how it works where I'm from.

Cars with similar performance to bikes? - that's funny Jazzy :-)

jazzy · 09-03-2009, 5:35 PM

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Originally Posted by bladeracer

Cars with similar performance to bikes? - that's funny Jazzy :-)

Now you get my point....its cheaper to run an old 900cc bike than to get a car of similar speed etc

bladeracer · 09-03-2009, 5:39 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

Now you get my point....its cheaper to run an old 900cc bike than to get a car of similar speed etc

A hell of lot more fun as well :-)

jazzy · 09-03-2009, 5:44 PM

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Originally Posted by bladeracer

A hell of lot more fun as well :-)

Especially when ya back tyre's knackered!!! AGAIN!!! 1800kms this time and thats cos I took it easy when I first had it. Larry, you reckon Bridgey's would be hardier than Pirelli's ??? Thats Honda's other recomendation, tried Michelin's they were awfull. Sorry to be a

bladeracer · 09-04-2009, 1:59 AM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

Especially when ya back tyre's knackered!!! AGAIN!!! 1800kms this time and thats cos I took it easy when I first had it. Larry, you reckon Bridgey's would be hardier than Pirelli's ??? Thats Honda's other recomendation, tried Michelin's they were awfull. Sorry to be a

Sorry Jazzy, I went back to bed :-)
I'd be looking for a source of cheap ex-race rubber.
Or try some touring tyres.

fighter954rr · 09-30-2009, 4:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

Streetfighters are OFFICIALLY cool

......

For those of you unsure about taking the plunge and stripping off them plastics, then hacking & welding away at your bikes to produce a Frankenstinian masterpice/monster* I say DO IT!

Why??.....

Because, not only, do you have a unique motorcycle tailored to your own personal tastes or perversions.. But you wont believe the comradery between Fighterers

I've been riding a good few years now... and over that time, I have really noticed the disapearance of "the nod". the diminished mixing of bikeriders....and I, personally, mourn the loss of those days

Once upon a time, anyone riding any bike would nod and speak to any other bike rider regardless what make or sized engine... It didn't matter how new your bike was or whether you could grind your pegs or if you could afford the latest upgrades and snazzy shiney bits... NO! all that mattered was you were a fellow rider of a two wheeled machine who shared the dangers and thrills that only motorcycles can offer...

Recently I'd come to believe.. not only is "the nod" becoming rarer but even many of those who do nod, do it without the passion.. it's thought of like helmet wearing... it's just summut you do!

& idol chatting to complete strangers seems also in danger of going the way of the Dodo..

Anyway.... in the last six weeks (since thundergod has been on the road) I've found the spirit is still alive and kicking amongst the fighter community

....

Everytime I take her out I get big friendly waves, thumbs up and on one occasion a salute

and discussions with complete strangers are again commonplace**

for instance...Today...

Me and Loopy went for a Little ride...

On our way to a local bike shop.. we got the usual occasional nod from some riders
After we had had a coffee at the bike shop and were about to head off.... a fellow rider, who worked up the road, came up for a nose and a chat about my fighter because he'd seen us ride past!

and on the jaunt back home I had a couple of nice waves...

Then just as I got to the edge of town & was entering the sliproad about to turn.. A triumph roared past, slowed alongsided me and gave me a massive thumbs up and wave before he carried on his merry way

It all makes me feel warm and fuzzy

.....

long live
Streetfighters

*delete as apropriate
**and not just fellow streetfighter riders

so true ssb, i miss it severely (not being able to ride) but i think you are right about the fighters sparking conversation, i cant wait to start my next one!

(approximately June 2010)

129CBRider · 09-30-2009, 7:52 AM

Few cars in the USA can do what my 919 will do, for any amount of money. Especially the inner grin it produces when the howling starts...

129CBRider · 09-30-2009, 8:20 AM

I'm just finishing this up after hitting a van in the rain with it two years ago. He lost me in the street lights and pulled right out in front of me from a side road at the last second. I slid into his back wheel. Shattered the steering head and bent the forks.

Parts are hard to find but a good front clip and perfect frame was found on ebay finally so now it is on the road again and embarassing bigger bikes at The Dragon and surrrounding highways...

Still needs matching paint which is why I didn't buy the cb500
yet...

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Originally Posted by jazzy

Great idea !!

Sideshow bob · 09-30-2009, 3:16 PM

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Originally Posted by fighter954rr

so true ssb, i miss it severely (not being able to ride) but i think you are right about the fighters sparking conversation, i cant wait to start my next one!

(approximately June 2010)

still think you should start building NOW....

then it'll be ready to hit the streets in 2010

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Originally Posted by 129CBRider

I'm just finishing this up after hitting a van in the rain with it two years ago. He lost me in the street lights and pulled right out in front of me from a side road at the last second. I slid into his back wheel. Shattered the steering head and bent the forks.

Parts are hard to find but a good front clip and perfect frame was found on ebay finally so now it is on the road again and embarassing bigger bikes at The Dragon and surrrounding highways...

Still needs matching paint which is why I didn't buy the cb500
yet...

.... think we need more pics

jazzy · 09-30-2009, 3:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 129CBRider

I'm just finishing this up after hitting a van in the rain with it two years ago. He lost me in the street lights and pulled right out in front of me from a side road at the last second. I slid into his back wheel. Shattered the steering head and bent the forks.

Parts are hard to find but a good front clip and perfect frame was found on ebay finally so now it is on the road again and embarassing bigger bikes at The Dragon and surrrounding highways...

Still needs matching paint which is why I didn't buy the cb500
yet...

Good old Ebay, some glue and a few plasters !! Its surprising what you can do these days!!

Post up some pics when you can

And I agree with SB on this one fighter, you need to start a fighter project now, and make it A BIG ONE that'll keep ya going til you're back on the road!!!!!! DO IT BRV, DO IT !!!!!

bladeracer · 09-30-2009, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

some glue and a few plasters !! Its surprising what you can do these days!!

Don't forget cable ties and black silicone!

jazzy · 09-30-2009, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by bladeracer

Don't forget cable ties and black silicone!

How foolish of me to forget the important stuff

fighter954rr · 10-01-2009, 4:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

still think you should start building NOW....

then it'll be ready to hit the streets in 2010

uno problemo bro! no license, plus i have a holiday planned for january, so gotta plan my fundage, but i shall be building as soon as poss i can assure you

fighter954rr · 10-01-2009, 4:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jazzy

Good old Ebay, some glue and a few plasters !! Its surprising what you can do these days!!

Post up some pics when you can

And I agree with SB on this one fighter, you need to start a fighter project now, and make it A BIG ONE that'll keep ya going til you're back on the road!!!!!! DO IT BRV, DO IT !!!!!

actually.... yeah... thinking about it... i would have some serious hours to put into that! hhmmm....

jazzy · 10-01-2009, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by fighter954rr

actually.... yeah... thinking about it... i would have some serious hours to put into that! hhmmm....

Well put it this way, besides holidays in the sun, women, boozing and general hardcore partying and enjoying yourself.....You'll have a lot of time on ya hands to be bored!!

fighter954rr · 10-01-2009, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

Well put it this way, besides holidays in the sun, women, boozing and general hardcore partying and enjoying yourself.....You'll have a lot of time on ya hands to be bored!!

Destructo · 10-01-2009, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jazzy

Well put it this way, besides holidays in the sun, women, boozing and general hardcore partying and enjoying yourself.....You'll have a lot of time on ya hands to be bored!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by fighter954rr

And once you've spent most of your money on those things, you can waste the rest!

fighter954rr · 10-01-2009, 2:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Destructo

And once you've spent most of your money on those things, you can waste the rest!

yeah!!!!

honorcode3 · 10-29-2009, 6:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

Streetfighters are OFFICIALLY cool

......

For those of you unsure about taking the plunge and stripping off them plastics, then hacking & welding away at your bikes to produce a Frankenstinian masterpice/monster* I say DO IT!

Why??.....

Because, not only, do you have a unique motorcycle tailored to your own personal tastes or perversions.. But you wont believe the comradery between Fighterers

I've been riding a good few years now... and over that time, I have really noticed the disapearance of "the nod". the diminished mixing of bikeriders....and I, personally, mourn the loss of those days

Once upon a time, anyone riding any bike would nod and speak to any other bike rider regardless what make or sized engine... It didn't matter how new your bike was or whether you could grind your pegs or if you could afford the latest upgrades and snazzy shiney bits... NO! all that mattered was you were a fellow rider of a two wheeled machine who shared the dangers and thrills that only motorcycles can offer...

Recently I'd come to believe.. not only is "the nod" becoming rarer but even many of those who do nod, do it without the passion.. it's thought of like helmet wearing... it's just summut you do!

& idol chatting to complete strangers seems also in danger of going the way of the Dodo..

Anyway.... in the last six weeks (since thundergod has been on the road) I've found the spirit is still alive and kicking amongst the fighter community

....

Everytime I take her out I get big friendly waves, thumbs up and on one occasion a salute

and discussions with complete strangers are again commonplace**

for instance...Today...

Me and Loopy went for a Little ride...

On our way to a local bike shop.. we got the usual occasional nod from some riders
After we had had a coffee at the bike shop and were about to head off.... a fellow rider, who worked up the road, came up for a nose and a chat about my fighter because he'd seen us ride past!

and on the jaunt back home I had a couple of nice waves...

Then just as I got to the edge of town & was entering the sliproad about to turn.. A triumph roared past, slowed alongsided me and gave me a massive thumbs up and wave before he carried on his merry way

It all makes me feel warm and fuzzy

.....

long live
Streetfighters

*delete as apropriate
**and not just fellow streetfighter riders

I don't have a fighter, although I love the originality of the bikes and check in here often to see the creative pieces you guys are producing. I think "the nod" may just depend on where you live. I always give the nod or a wave and many people return it. The other day some guy pulled up next to me (in my lane) at a stop light just to talk about our bikes before the light turned green. I even waved to a motorcycle cop who was all to happy to wave back, haha. Maybe it's a Texas thing, but I've found a lot of riders acknowledge one another, no matter what they're riding. Anyway, keep giving "the nod" and keep the cyclist community tight.

FTP_929 · 10-30-2009, 10:17 AM

Yeah i usually don't get waves or nods from cruiser riders wich usually ends in me dipping my head down into my tank

Although i get waves from MC Cops all the time : )

jazzy · 10-30-2009, 2:29 PM

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Originally Posted by FTP_929

Yeah i usually don't get waves or nods from cruiser riders wich usually ends in me dipping my head down into my tank

Although i get waves from MC Cops all the time : )

Cruisers rarely do, i dont know why they think they're something other than us, after all we're just bikers no matter what you ride..