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craz28 · 03-13-2008, 02:52 PM

So who's got a motorcycle in PA? Reason I ask is I know that the roads suck ass as it is down here but how do your bikes handle it? Do you guys just ride on the highway or streets too? Come in and show off your ride

Munky · 03-13-2008, 03:25 PM

Sold my R6 2 years ago to rebuild the motor in my Neon...but when I did have it I rode it all day everyday weather permitting. There wasn't many places I wouldn't go with it...Just gotta watch the road and avoid the potholes LoL.

craz28 · 03-14-2008, 11:37 AM

was the r6 ur first bike?

Munky · 03-14-2008, 11:51 AM

It was my first sport bike. I had a few dirtbikes when I was a kid and I learned on my dad's old ass Yamaha Virago or whatever the hell it was called. It was more of a cruiser style bike.

05OCsrt-4 · 03-14-2008, 12:06 PM

honestly if you watch the road and pay attention the roads aren't that bad, bikes handle it fine, my GSX-R does great

bluengoldsti · 03-14-2008, 01:26 PM

Where in PA are you? There aren't too many nice twisties down in lower Bucks County, but we ride all the way up to NE PA for the nice backroads. Most of the roads aren't too bad, just watch out for potholes like someone else mentioned. If you want to get into trackdays, the Poconos and the New Jersey Motorsports Park (opening in June or July) have quite a few this year.

craz28 · 03-14-2008, 03:20 PM

I am right near Abington (Jenkintown to be specific). Looking at bikes right now cause of gas and I have been late to work 3 days in a row cause of ****ing traffic heh. Track would be nice once I learn to control the bike!

bluengoldsti · 03-14-2008, 03:44 PM

If you are looking at getting one, I would suggest really looking now before the weather warms up. Once it does, prices are going to shoot up quick. Also, you will probably here this from most people, but buy a small cc bike, 250-500, to learn on and take the MSF course (its FREE in PA). Also, buy gear. Ok, no more preaching. Have fun when you get it and be safe.

95TurboDC2 · 03-14-2008, 06:47 PM

i got a bike. i usually just ride wherever. i say get a older 600 for a first bike. something carburated.(sp?) the throttle response is not nearly as touchy like the fuel injected are. i had a 2000 zx6r as my first bike. nothing special but still had the power i wanted. to me if u get something any less your gonna get bored of it in 6 months and want something better. my advice is take the motorcycle training course they offer. you need your permit for it and it teaches you some vital things. i now own an 06 kawasaki 636. im from the lansdale/ montgomery county area.

Scapegoat · 03-14-2008, 06:59 PM

I saw a smokin ass bike at the harley dealership, so I stopped in to look... turns out it was a Night Rod Special. Probably the most beautiful bike I've seen in my entire life. I'm considering an 05 xlh883 custom for my first bike... but I don't want to spend the 7k on it... I'd rather spend 1k on a pos to drop the **** out of it, then buy the night rod when I'm more comfortable

Drftpretty · 03-16-2008, 05:03 PM

mmm My first and last bike.

supraghost · 03-16-2008, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Drftpretty

mmm My first and last bike.

i didnt see this at sonic, i thought you were going?

Im from the lancaster area and i have an f4i. i know of quite a few nice twisties in the manheim area. i mainly avoid high traffic roads and the amish haha.

2drStunner · 03-16-2008, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bluengoldsti

If you are looking at getting one, I would suggest really looking now before the weather warms up. Once it does, prices are going to shoot up quick. Also, you will probably here this from most people, but buy a small cc bike, 250-500, to learn on and take the MSF course (its FREE in PA). Also, buy gear. Ok, no more preaching. Have fun when you get it and be safe.

X2! Only think I disagree with a lil it buy atleats a 600!

Drftpretty · 03-16-2008, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by supraghost

i didnt see this at sonic, i thought you were going?

Im from the lancaster area and i have an f4i. i know of quite a few nice twisties in the manheim area. i mainly avoid high traffic roads and the amish haha.

I was going to bring it but my GF decided to come along so I didnt even bother de-winterizing her.

I was in my Mulberry Jetta parked in back by the dumpsters lol.

I couldnt agree more with buying a bike 500cc and less for a first bike. There is zero reason to buy anthing bigger for a first timer.

supraghost · 03-16-2008, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Drftpretty

I couldnt agree more with buying a bike 500cc and less for a first bike. There is zero reason to buy anthing bigger for a first timer.

agreed.

Dont get a high performance bike as your first. speed+inexperience=death, slow+inexperience=injury. injury is much better than death.

trust me. my best friend Keith VanDyke bought a TL1000R as his first bike. remember that warm monday in the second week of january? that was the last day i ever saw him

2slowMX5 · 03-16-2008, 09:41 PM

Got my first bike last summer. Been riding it a few times this year on warmer days. The roads are terrible around here but whatcanyado...

I'll probably be on it daily to go to work in the summer, tryin to keep the gas costs down...

driftingrx5.7 · 03-16-2008, 10:48 PM

i got a bike and i ride on all streets but just like someone said before hand just watch the roads and you will be just fine!

supraghost · 03-16-2008, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by driftingrx5.7

i got a bike and i ride on all streets but just like someone said before hand just watch the roads and you will be just fine!

more importantly, watch the cars. its the cars that dont see you that will kill you.

Scapegoat · 03-17-2008, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Drftpretty

I was going to bring it but my GF decided to come along so I didnt even bother de-winterizing her.

how do you de-winterize a g/f?

Drftpretty · 03-17-2008, 10:20 AM

Empty out the stabil and re-jet her because now shes rocking staight pipes. lol

03-13-2008, 02:52 PM	#1
craz28 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2457 My Ride: 2001, Chevy Camaro z28 iTrader: (0)	Bikers Come In! So who's got a motorcycle in PA? Reason I ask is I know that the roads suck ass as it is down here but how do your bikes handle it? Do you guys just ride on the highway or streets too? Come in and show off your ride __________________ 2001 onyx black z28, bolt ons? yea I got some To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

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Munky Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wyomissing Member #3838 My Ride: 2013 Ram Blackout Express Quad Cab, 96 Jeep Cherokee XJ, 98 Nissan 240ss Never going to run iTrader: (0)	Sold my R6 2 years ago to rebuild the motor in my Neon...but when I did have it I rode it all day everyday weather permitting. There wasn't many places I wouldn't go with it...Just gotta watch the road and avoid the potholes LoL. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

03-14-2008, 11:37 AM	#3
craz28 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2457 My Ride: 2001, Chevy Camaro z28 iTrader: (0)	was the r6 ur first bike? __________________ 2001 onyx black z28, bolt ons? yea I got some To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

03-14-2008, 11:51 AM	#4
Munky Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wyomissing Member #3838 My Ride: 2013 Ram Blackout Express Quad Cab, 96 Jeep Cherokee XJ, 98 Nissan 240ss Never going to run iTrader: (0)	It was my first sport bike. I had a few dirtbikes when I was a kid and I learned on my dad's old ass Yamaha Virago or whatever the hell it was called. It was more of a cruiser style bike. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

03-14-2008, 03:20 PM	#7
craz28 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2457 My Ride: 2001, Chevy Camaro z28 iTrader: (0)	I am right near Abington (Jenkintown to be specific). Looking at bikes right now cause of gas and I have been late to work 3 days in a row cause of ***ing traffic heh. Track would be nice once I learn to control the bike! __________________ 2001 onyx black z28, bolt ons? yea I got some To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.*

03-14-2008, 01:26 PM	#6
bluengoldsti Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Langhorne, PA Member #969 My Ride: 2005 Subaru STi / 2006 and 2008 Suzuki GSXR600, 2010 KTM SMC 690 iTrader: (0)	Where in PA are you? There aren't too many nice twisties down in lower Bucks County, but we ride all the way up to NE PA for the nice backroads. Most of the roads aren't too bad, just watch out for potholes like someone else mentioned. If you want to get into trackdays, the Poconos and the New Jersey Motorsports Park (opening in June or July) have quite a few this year.

03-14-2008, 03:44 PM	#8
bluengoldsti Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Langhorne, PA Member #969 My Ride: 2005 Subaru STi / 2006 and 2008 Suzuki GSXR600, 2010 KTM SMC 690 iTrader: (0)	If you are looking at getting one, I would suggest really looking now before the weather warms up. Once it does, prices are going to shoot up quick. Also, you will probably here this from most people, but buy a small cc bike, 250-500, to learn on and take the MSF course (its FREE in PA). Also, buy gear. Ok, no more preaching. Have fun when you get it and be safe.

03-14-2008, 06:47 PM	#9
95TurboDC2 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: lansdale Member #2472 My Ride: 06 civic si iTrader: (0)	i got a bike. i usually just ride wherever. i say get a older 600 for a first bike. something carburated.(sp?) the throttle response is not nearly as touchy like the fuel injected are. i had a 2000 zx6r as my first bike. nothing special but still had the power i wanted. to me if u get something any less your gonna get bored of it in 6 months and want something better. my advice is take the motorcycle training course they offer. you need your permit for it and it teaches you some vital things. i now own an 06 kawasaki 636. im from the lansdale/ montgomery county area. __________________ '96 gsr- sold '95 turbo gsr- sold '06 civic si- present '06 kawasaki 636-present

03-14-2008, 06:59 PM	#10
Scapegoat TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: stop looking at my gold Member #1208 iTrader: (1)	I saw a smokin ass bike at the harley dealership, so I stopped in to look... turns out it was a Night Rod Special. Probably the most beautiful bike I've seen in my entire life. I'm considering an 05 xlh883 custom for my first bike... but I don't want to spend the 7k on it... I'd rather spend 1k on a pos to drop the **** out of it, then buy the night rod when I'm more comfortable

03-16-2008, 09:41 PM	#16
2slowMX5 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Member #1351 iTrader: (1)	Got my first bike last summer. Been riding it a few times this year on warmer days. The roads are terrible around here but whatcanyado... I'll probably be on it daily to go to work in the summer, tryin to keep the gas costs down...

03-16-2008, 10:48 PM	#17
driftingrx5.7 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Poconos PA Member #3099 My Ride: 88 rx5.7 iTrader: (0)	i got a bike and i ride on all streets but just like someone said before hand just watch the roads and you will be just fine! __________________ my v8 rx7build To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

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