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Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 15th, 2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By Numbersix
You're right on the hp; thanks! For top speed,...

You're right on the hp; thanks! For top speed, Sportrider claims 118 for the 500 and Visordown 121 for the 400, which makes no sense, so I'll just assume you're right there too. Not sure those...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 14th, 2019, 09:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By Numbersix
Goodbye Zorak (Ninja 250)

I was maybe one of the last of the “Ticket to Ride” Ninjette 250 winners still here?

However, 8 years and many adventures from an attempted theft to accidentally (!) riding in an ice storm without...
Forum: Riding Skills January 27th, 2018, 06:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,010
Posted By Numbersix
I've ridden down to 10F, which was a day I won't...

I've ridden down to 10F, which was a day I won't repeat since between home and work I encountered an ice storm. Stayed upright but almost lost it in the gutter into the parking lot as it was solid...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion July 8th, 2015, 01:32 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 33,978
Posted By Numbersix
The rest of the set finally came in (in 140...

The rest of the set finally came in (in 140 rather than 130 width, but OK). Scrubbed off the mold release compound before a bit of commuting rain Tuesday, and they stuck like glue through the wet.
...
Forum: Ride Reports June 25th, 2015, 01:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,918
Posted By Numbersix
How'd you manage this? I've been waiting on a...

How'd you manage this? I've been waiting on a rear Michelin Pilot Street for over five weeks; no suppliers are reaching my local dealership nor any online retailer ('zilla, etc.).
Forum: 1986 - 2007 Ninja 250R Tech Talk October 19th, 2014, 05:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,303
Posted By Numbersix
I find that after a time out in the rain, my...

I find that after a time out in the rain, my front brakes get a bit of rust and I get off-throttle squeak. Scrubbing the rust off by strong braking resolves that (obviously not while it's still...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion September 6th, 2014, 11:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,227
Posted By Numbersix
Scooter: + MPG (usually), + storage, + ease of...

Scooter: + MPG (usually), + storage, + ease of use (twist, go)
Ninjette: + street cred (read: not being targeted by cagers), + top speed

I've had both. I miss the storage of my Elite 110cc, and...
Forum: Cargo Space June 29th, 2014, 08:41 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,622
Posted By Numbersix
And ... the green version: ...

And ... the green version:

http://www.wereratgames.com/pics/WP_20140606_13_15_55_Pro_Small.jpg
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 28th, 2014, 09:01 PM
Replies: 286
Views: 19,163
Posted By Numbersix
Back on the road this week as the snow has...

Back on the road this week as the snow has finally left the roads (but not the walks). Still, commute-time temps are 20F-30F, which sucks.

Due to extreme length of freezing, the trapped water is...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 28th, 2014, 08:54 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,573
Posted By Numbersix
I've had bugs, rocks, gravel, and things I didn't...

I've had bugs, rocks, gravel, and things I didn't recognize ping off my visor. I've also had wild turkeys fly over my head. I've also been tossed at a 'mere' 25mph onto pavement; all the falling...
Forum: Cargo Space February 25th, 2014, 09:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,044
Posted By Numbersix
I have the AluRack and the 37l Coocase (with...

I have the AluRack and the 37l Coocase (with lights).

Very worth the time, as it's very stable, provides some more visibility (higher brakelights) and locking storage cannot be overrated.
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion November 15th, 2013, 08:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,743
Posted By Numbersix
It was 20F on my Wednesday commute. I layer,...

It was 20F on my Wednesday commute.

I layer, have a set of fairly inexpensive waterproof insulated gloves (Joe Rocket Nitrogen), and most importantly wear a balaclava to keep wind off my neck. ...
Forum: !%@*#$%!)@#&!%@ I crashed! November 8th, 2013, 11:13 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 33,916
Posted By Numbersix
If I'm reading the above correctly, great news! ...

If I'm reading the above correctly, great news! Thank God. Even the most diligent of us is moments away from something like this, so it's cheering to hear this news.
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion October 24th, 2013, 08:32 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 13,903
Posted By Numbersix
http://www.theunmutual.co.uk/images/Caterham7B5CNU...

http://www.theunmutual.co.uk/images/Caterham7B5CNU.jpg
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion October 4th, 2013, 09:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,997
Posted By Numbersix
I'm with you on all your points but this one. ...

I'm with you on all your points but this one. Really?

Ninja 250R: HP 32, wet weight 374.9 lbs: power to weight 0.085
Honda Civic: HP 140hp, wet weight 2,756 lbs: power to weight 0.051
Ford...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion October 4th, 2013, 09:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,835
Posted By Numbersix
Or in my case in MI, in December, because even...

Or in my case in MI, in December, because even though it's right out in the city parking lot, nobody is probably crazy enough to try and ride it away.

Your point is, of course, entirely valid. If...
Forum: Riding Skills October 2nd, 2013, 08:39 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,128
Posted By Numbersix
In fencing (and also Kali stick and Kobudo's bo...

In fencing (and also Kali stick and Kobudo's bo work) index and thumb are for control and middle/ring/pinky are supporting/strength.

Because of this, I have thumb and index wrapping the throttle...
Forum: Motorcycle Gear September 28th, 2013, 06:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,546
Posted By Numbersix
The white works well on the bike. These are...

The white works well on the bike. These are large so I'll just include links, not inline pictures.

Daytime:
http://www.wereratgames.com/pics/ninja_stripes.JPG

Night, with flash:...
Forum: Cargo Space September 21st, 2013, 11:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,493
Posted By Numbersix
My bucket-list car is a Caterham 7. The only...

My bucket-list car is a Caterham 7. The only thing is the modern generation of 7s is all what the Euros call track-day cars. The original conception was of an everyman's sportscar; affordable as a...
Forum: !%@*#$%!)@#&!%@ I crashed! August 30th, 2013, 09:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,455
Posted By Numbersix
I'm kinda ticked off at all these bystanders who...

I'm kinda ticked off at all these bystanders who were around long enough to coddle you while the cause of the accident zipped off, but apparently not long enough to tell the officer that it wasn't...
Forum: Cargo Space August 30th, 2013, 09:03 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,622
Posted By Numbersix
I'd like to recommend...

I'd like to recommend http://www.onlinemetals.com/ as a good source for small quantities of "something."

Thanks for the reply; as you can guess from my nearby thread, I have the same rack and...
Forum: Cargo Space August 28th, 2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,622
Posted By Numbersix
Is that the light smoke or dark smoke windscreen?

Is that the light smoke or dark smoke windscreen?
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion August 27th, 2013, 09:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,647
Posted By Numbersix
I've found two types, no matter what I ride or...

I've found two types, no matter what I ride or drive:

1. The Pack Animal. They don't want to be the lead vehicle (who gets the ticket) so they slow when traffic approaches and speed up when...
Forum: Motorcycle Gear August 15th, 2013, 02:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,836
Posted By Numbersix
I'm a little perplexed by this comment. You say...

I'm a little perplexed by this comment. You say Dainese is poorly stitched, praise custom suits, but also say Dainese or A* is the way to go for jackets.

Are you writing to say that their...
Forum: Riding Skills August 14th, 2013, 02:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 929
Posted By Numbersix
Bah; the neighborhood he came out of is the same...

Bah; the neighborhood he came out of is the same one where a stoned idiot killed my Elite; this guy no doubt had no insurance and definitely had no money to obtain in a judgement (and wouldn't pay it...
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