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« on: July 04, 2009, 06:45:55 AM » |
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Once I've finalized the purchase of my '83 Nighthawk 650 later today, it will have a newer younger sister to keep it company. Here's my other ride, a 2007 Piaggio Fly 150 scooter.
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« Reply #1 on: July 08, 2009, 08:36:14 PM » |
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How fast will that 150 scooter actually go? I been thinking about getting one for zipping around town and for when I decide to tear the nighthawk down for a decent resto/paint job.
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« Reply #2 on: July 09, 2009, 05:45:19 AM » |
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How fast will that 150 scooter actually go? I been thinking about getting one for zipping around town and for when I decide to tear the nighthawk down for a decent resto/paint job.
I'm six foot, 215 lbs (in my socks) and I can get my Fly 150 up to 100 kph (62 mph). Not too shabby! |
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« Reply #3 on: July 09, 2009, 08:24:24 AM » |
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you have a nice looking scooter my friend but when it comes to scooters there are only two for me, ruckus and big ruckus
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« Reply #4 on: July 09, 2009, 09:40:44 AM » |
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Hey that seems like the best way to get around town :thumb:I bet that things gets great gas mileage,50-60 per gallon?  |
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« Reply #5 on: July 21, 2009, 04:31:58 AM » |
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Also rode a Yamaha SRX-6 thumper. Single cylinder 605cc with kickstart only. Only brought into Canada in 1986.
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« Reply #6 on: July 21, 2009, 04:32:35 AM » |
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Also rode an '04 Suzuki VZ800 Marauder. Added a Mustang solo seat, rear fender bib, Suzuki tank bib, Roadhouse 2-1 pipes, Suzuki rear luggage rack, National Cycle front screen, modified Honda front fork leg shields, Suzuki chrome rad cover and Suzuki lower chin scoop.
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« Reply #7 on: July 21, 2009, 04:38:37 AM » |
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Also rode an '05 GS500.
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« Reply #8 on: July 21, 2009, 04:40:07 AM » |
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Also rode an '87 Yamaha Radian.
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« Reply #9 on: July 21, 2009, 04:42:28 AM » |
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Also rode an '06 Bandit 650S. Added a Powerbronze tinted screen and rear seat cowl along with SW-Motech handle bar risers.
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« Reply #10 on: July 21, 2009, 05:39:31 AM » |
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Other bikes I've ridden include;
'75 YZ125 motocross
'79 KZ400
'78 KZ1000-Z1R
'83 KZ750-L3
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« Reply #11 on: July 22, 2009, 11:08:33 AM » |
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Other bikes I've ridden include;
'75 YZ125 motocross
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'78 KZ1000-Z1R
'83 KZ750-L3
'79 KLX250
'91 XT250
'81 CB650
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« Reply #12 on: July 30, 2009, 06:50:04 PM » |
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I just snagged a 1985 Kawasak 454 LTD today with 30, 940 kms for $250 as is. My son has already called dibbs.
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« Reply #13 on: July 30, 2009, 07:16:20 PM » |
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Also rode an '06 Bandit 650S.
That Bandit is absolutely gorgeous! I cant wait to get my hands on a 1200. |
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« Reply #14 on: August 20, 2009, 07:07:32 AM » |
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Man, what was it like riding the Yamaha SRX-6 ? I don't think I've ever seen one. Torque? That is a fantastic looking bike. Love the side plate and the pipe.
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« Reply #15 on: August 20, 2009, 11:01:57 AM » |
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Man, what was it like riding the Yamaha SRX-6 ? I don't think I've ever seen one. I second that. What a cool looking ride. And no carbs to sync  |
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« Reply #16 on: August 20, 2009, 11:43:16 AM » |
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I've become quite fond of the looks of the VX800. Anyone ridden one?
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« Reply #17 on: August 20, 2009, 07:51:17 PM » |
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Man, what was it like riding the Yamaha SRX-6 ? I don't think I've ever seen one. Torque? That is a fantastic looking bike. Love the side plate and the pipe.
The SRX-6 was a hoot each time I rode it and I miss that bike dearly. It had character like no other bike I've had. It wasn't very powerful, was kickstart ONLY, wasn't the best for long rides due to the thin seat and thumping from the 600cc single piston and the clip-on bars were a pain but it still made me smile the whole time. The torque was nice and combined with the low weight it would leap off the line. There wasn't much top end though but high speed was not what the bike was about so it didn't matter. Ah....the good old days. |
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« Reply #18 on: August 20, 2010, 06:19:20 AM » |
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My latest acquisition is a 1983 Suzuki GS550ES with 11,925 kms on the dial. One previous owner and still in original stock condition. I should pick her up next Wednesday.
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« Reply #19 on: August 20, 2010, 09:16:35 AM » |
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Those GS550's were great. So many different styles: From the naked, classic look to cruiser style to full fairing.
I owned a 78 GS550e. Great bike and very fast for a 550.
And the GS line of engines were solid...very reputable.
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« Reply #20 on: August 20, 2010, 10:11:27 AM » |
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How many bikes do you own now?????  |
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« Reply #21 on: August 20, 2010, 11:25:43 AM » |
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How many bikes do you own now????? Sadly, I only own two bikes right now, the '06 HD Sporster and the '83 GS550ES. |
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« Reply #22 on: August 20, 2010, 01:15:36 PM » |
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You need a RWB 700S
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« Reply #23 on: August 20, 2010, 02:45:14 PM » |
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You need a RWB 700S Yeah, what he ^^^^ said. |
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« Reply #24 on: August 20, 2010, 02:53:41 PM » |
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Yeah I know just the guy you can get one from good condition good price too. Jeez if I could only remember his name. I rode with him once or twice.
Man what was that guys name beautiful bike I tho. Runs great.
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