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Forum: Group Rides and Local Events March 9th, 2015, 02:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,403
Posted By Bill N
Well I don't know anyone in the area. But I want...

Well I don't know anyone in the area. But I want you to know that Asheville is situated among the best motorcycle roads in the country. If you like beautiful twisty mountain roads this is a wonderful...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion February 1st, 2015, 03:25 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,682
Posted By Bill N
Last year the Yami FJR placed #1-5 in the Iron...

Last year the Yami FJR placed #1-5 in the Iron Butt competition. At age 64 I did a Florida to California and back trip via back roads on my FJR. It's my cross country bike of choice.
Bill
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion January 27th, 2015, 03:32 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,407
Posted By Bill N
There are good cops and bad cops. But they all...

There are good cops and bad cops. But they all have guns. The ones you have to fear are those that will accept zero risk for themselves and not measure the magnitude of the threat. (Cop shoots kid...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion December 14th, 2014, 03:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,558
Posted By Bill N
I liked the animations. Very clear presentations....

I liked the animations. Very clear presentations.
Bill
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion December 13th, 2014, 04:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,558
Posted By Bill N
Please don't take this to seriously, looks like...

Please don't take this to seriously, looks like you have an interesting aviation background... but limited. I'd compare it so someone who has putt putted on the interstates on a limited performance...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion December 13th, 2014, 02:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,558
Posted By Bill N
Depends on what you fly, where you fly, and the...

Depends on what you fly, where you fly, and the purpose flight (mission) of the flight.
Bill
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion November 26th, 2014, 03:44 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,838
Posted By Bill N
Only want to address the video. No way push to...

Only want to address the video. No way push to the guy over the bridge. How do you know that will stop he train. Likely he'll be squished and the others too. He's an innocent bystander and you have...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion August 19th, 2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,369
Posted By Bill N
The video was very entertaining. Lot's of laughs...

The video was very entertaining. Lot's of laughs for the overtakes. These two guys know how to have fun and did a great job documenting the ride. Those two are a hoot and I enjoyed the entire video....
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 14th, 2014, 05:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,483
Posted By Bill N
I started this thread and appriciate the advice....

I started this thread and appriciate the advice. The video is well done and I'm sure it helped lots of folks. Just pulled my bulb and it was obvious that it sits in a plastic plug. Why anyone would...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 14th, 2014, 04:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,483
Posted By Bill N
Thank you. That is very clear. Not sure why other...

Thank you. That is very clear. Not sure why other responders didn't clarify that. Otherwise the video is very helpful. Bill
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 14th, 2014, 01:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,483
Posted By Bill N
Not sure what mistake the video makes. Something...

Not sure what mistake the video makes. Something about an adpter he doesn't address. Could someone clarify?
Thanks, Bill
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk June 13th, 2014, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,483
Posted By Bill N
Headlight bulb replace

Did this a few years ago but only remember it was difficult due to tight spaces.
If my memory serves there is a rubber cover that needs to be pealed off. Then there is a spring clip that will...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion June 2nd, 2014, 01:00 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,279
Posted By Bill N
Not too uncommon here in Florida for cops in...

Not too uncommon here in Florida for cops in unmarked cars to tease a MC rider into illegal activities then pounce.
Bill
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion May 9th, 2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,069
Posted By Bill N
50 years experience for me. I currently own a...

50 years experience for me. I currently own a 1300, 1100 and the 250. It's a hoot. My favorite commuter by far. Has plenty of power for city riding and short day trips in the country. It's just a...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 28th, 2014, 01:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,945
Posted By Bill N
The 250 has little protection from the elements....

The 250 has little protection from the elements. Get good rain gear, personally I like 2 piece rather than a single suit. It's much easier to get into on the side of the road plus you might use only...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 22nd, 2014, 01:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,936
Posted By Bill N
When I've been travelling/camping on trips and...

When I've been travelling/camping on trips and come across other travelling Harley owner's they are typically just like any other enhusiast, friendly knowledgable and love to ride. When I go to an...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion April 4th, 2014, 01:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,530
Posted By Bill N
Interesting picture. When I pass a truck I go...

Interesting picture. When I pass a truck I go wide and pass as fast as possiible because they don't change lanes very quickly. Zoom I'm gone!
The bike in front represents a Harley rider on the...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 19th, 2014, 01:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,177
Posted By Bill N
Why do I find that bike interesting? If I owned...

Why do I find that bike interesting? If I owned it I'd have to come up with some bad assed costume with a lot of spikes, worn leather, and fingerless gloves. Bet the harlots would love it. LOL
Bill
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 19th, 2014, 01:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,685
Posted By Bill N
I don't know why owners sell with low miles but...

I don't know why owners sell with low miles but I do know I will always look for a low mile bike anytime I'm shopping for a new ride. In 2010 I bought a FJR with only 4800 miles on it looking like...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion March 13th, 2014, 07:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,558
Posted By Bill N
Yep, Three bikes in my garage: FJR 1300, Moto...

Yep,
Three bikes in my garage: FJR 1300, Moto Guzzi 1100, Ninjette. All serve their purpose but the Ninjette is my favorite in town commuter by far. I also do a few hundred mile trips on weekends...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion February 10th, 2014, 07:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 525
Posted By Bill N
I agree but the bikes are not comparable. The...

I agree but the bikes are not comparable. The Ninjette is oh so much more capable. But I followed my buddy on the interstate and was shocked that he sometimes made 70MPH. He had no problem cruisin at...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion February 10th, 2014, 07:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,324
Posted By Bill N
Alex, I tend to agree. Very little torqe and if...

Alex,
I tend to agree. Very little torqe and if tensioned properly and lubricated, should last a long time. One reason I bought the 250 was to get longer life out of tires, chains, sprockets etc...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion February 10th, 2014, 03:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 525
Posted By Bill N
Have a friend that has 4 or 5 of them. He races...

Have a friend that has 4 or 5 of them. He races them at Suches Georgia 50cc event on the mountain roads every October. The timed event is legal and a hoot. Little bastids are screaming at the top of...
Forum: General Motorcycling Discussion February 10th, 2014, 03:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,324
Posted By Bill N
How many miles on your chain

Would like to learn what milage others are getting on their original chain. My 2008 has 23,000 with no noticable kinking, excessive stretching etc. Sprockets look good too. I ride mostly moderate but...
Forum: 2008 - 2012 Ninja 250R Tech Talk January 30th, 2014, 03:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,279
Posted By Bill N
A picture is worth a thousand words. That clears...

A picture is worth a thousand words. That clears up everything. When my knee heals I'll get down there and do the job. Many thanks. Bill
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