First group ride - June 2nd

1994juggernaut · June 3rd, 2012, 12:04 PM

On Saturday June 2nd I went on my first group ride with 2 other member of this forum, krolinked and NinjaBoyEddy. We were at first going to head out to Mulloland Dr but ended up going to Angeles Crest Instead which was perfect because that is less than 10 miles away for both krolinked and me. Kro and I headed out first and got some food at the panera near the base of the Crest. After maybe an hour or so NinjaBoy and a friend he brought along showed up and we all talked for a little bit. After the chitchat we headed up the mountain for some amazing twisties. It didn't take long for the crest to turn into the perfect road for motorcycles which is supported by the thousands that ride up there every weekend. There were a few 180 degree turns and a few really tight S shaped turns. But second only to the riding itself were the beautiful views to be had if you take the time to stop. Every corner yielded an adrenaline filled rush plus new awe inspiring sights. Luckily there were only a few cagers trying to spoil our fun, maybe passing lanes are invisible to people in cars. After 26 miles or so we reached the first destination, Newcomb's Ranch, a small bar/restaurant with a little bit overpriced but good food. We didn't go up there to eat though so we hopped back on and kept on riding. The next 14 miles was more of the same awesome roads and sights to see. There was a tunnel maybe 12 miles passed the restaurant and that's when I realised how freakin loud NinjaBoy's exhaust was, danmoto carbon. Right after the tunnel was our main destination a little picnic area nestled right on the ridge of a saddle between two mountains. Although it was a little foggy the view was still breathtaking. We spent maybe 10 minutes just looking out into the valley then decided we should go back because it was getting dark. The ride home was maybe a little more exciting because we were essentialy racing the sun. As we approached the gas station at the bottom of the hill my bike ran out of gas, luckily it was down hill from there and I had the reserve. So we all reached the starting point safely. Speaking for myself I had an amazing time that was only made better by the company of you three and I look forward to the next Ninjette.org meetup.

krolinked · June 3rd, 2012, 07:57 PM

Aww you beat me to the photo Upload haha

robertkh100 · June 3rd, 2012, 08:49 PM

i just started riding 3 days ago so im not experienced enough for twisties but I live close to glendale and i would be down to ride once im more experienced

1994juggernaut · June 3rd, 2012, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by robertkh100

i just started riding 3 days ago so im not experienced enough for twisties but I live close to glendale and i would be down to ride once im more experienced

You could try La Tuna Canyon for your first set of twisties because it's more wavy than twisty. Let me know if your up to it and I'll take you, it's only like a 5-10 minute ride.

1994juggernaut · June 3rd, 2012, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cluck

Sounds like a good time. I was there last weekend and parked exactly where you guys parked. Next time...head over my way and we will ride to Crystal Lake via Azusa Canyon.

Where's "my way" San Gabriel?

1994juggernaut · June 3rd, 2012, 10:25 PM

I looked at google maps and that seems like hell of a ride, there is even a connecting road between angeles crest and san gabriel canyon.

krolinked · June 4th, 2012, 09:44 PM

I'd totally be down for that!

I'll probably have to bring my two fuel bottles for you Juggernaut haha.
Or else you'll get stuck mid canyon!

1994juggernaut · June 4th, 2012, 09:56 PM

Hey! Just because my tank is 1.5 gallons doesn't mean I need your charity.

Oh and btw I got some riding pants Sedici Monzas.

krolinked · June 4th, 2012, 10:28 PM

NICE!!!
Thats what im rocking ^.^

Hit me up when you wanna do some canyons!

1994juggernaut · June 4th, 2012, 10:30 PM

For sure.

NinjaBoyEddy · June 4th, 2012, 11:04 PM

Danmoto rocks! Can't wait to get off work and chitchat on this thread.!
You thought I was reving her up! :P I'm like dude this ahit is just beast* like that! XD
Not exact words.. Lol

NinjaBoyEddy · June 4th, 2012, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cluck

Sounds like a good time. I was there last weekend and parked exactly where you guys parked. Next time...head over my way and we will ride to Crystal Lake via Azusa Canyon.

This was one amazing run guys, I had lots of fun and learned a whole lot.
I'm definitely down to hit this rode. Let's plan this ahead of time and gather up more people from here and invite any others.

NinjaBoyEddy · June 4th, 2012, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krolinked

I'd totally be down for that!

I'll probably have to bring my two fuel bottles for you Juggernaut haha.
Or else you'll get stuck mid canyon!

Mention this to my gf she said that was cute the idea of those bottles. Hahaha I want one of these where can I get one.

krolinked · June 5th, 2012, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NinjaBoyEddy

Mention this to my gf she said that was cute the idea of those bottles. Hahaha I want one of these where can I get one.

Over at sport chalet!

jjb84 · June 5th, 2012, 02:07 PM

any of you guys headed to the Socal Ride to Laguna Beach? thread: http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=104467

krolinked · June 5th, 2012, 03:16 PM

I think i'll be going to that.
If nothing unexpected happens before saturday!

1994juggernaut · June 5th, 2012, 07:00 PM

I wish but I have to work this weekend.

1994juggernaut · June 5th, 2012, 08:30 PM

Oh. Well that sucks.

June 3rd, 2012, 07:57 PM	#2
krolinked Nerd Name: Chris Location: Tujunga Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ducati Hyperstrada Posts: 672	Aww you beat me to the photo Upload haha __________________________________________________ It doesn't LOOK that steep. But you can go first...

June 4th, 2012, 09:44 PM	#7
krolinked Nerd Name: Chris Location: Tujunga Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ducati Hyperstrada Posts: 672	I'd totally be down for that! I'll probably have to bring my two fuel bottles for you Juggernaut haha. Or else you'll get stuck mid canyon! __________________________________________________ It doesn't LOOK that steep. But you can go first...

June 4th, 2012, 10:28 PM	#9
krolinked Nerd Name: Chris Location: Tujunga Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ducati Hyperstrada Posts: 672	NICE!!! Thats what im rocking ^.^ Hit me up when you wanna do some canyons! __________________________________________________ It doesn't LOOK that steep. But you can go first...

June 5th, 2012, 03:16 PM	#16
krolinked Nerd Name: Chris Location: Tujunga Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ducati Hyperstrada Posts: 672	I think i'll be going to that. If nothing unexpected happens before saturday! __________________________________________________ It doesn't LOOK that steep. But you can go first...

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robertkh100 ninjette.org member Name: Robert Location: los angeles Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250(Totaled), 2007 Yamaha R6(Sold), 2013 Ninja 300 Special Edition W/O ABS Posts: 168	i just started riding 3 days ago so im not experienced enough for twisties but I live close to glendale and i would be down to ride once im more experienced

June 3rd, 2012, 10:25 PM	#6
1994juggernaut ninjette.org member Name: Logan Location: Henderson Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Vulcan 800 Classic and 2005 KX250F Posts: 110	I looked at google maps and that seems like hell of a ride, there is even a connecting road between angeles crest and san gabriel canyon.

June 4th, 2012, 09:56 PM	#8
1994juggernaut ninjette.org member Name: Logan Location: Henderson Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Vulcan 800 Classic and 2005 KX250F Posts: 110	Hey! Just because my tank is 1.5 gallons doesn't mean I need your charity. Oh and btw I got some riding pants Sedici Monzas.

June 4th, 2012, 10:30 PM	#10
1994juggernaut ninjette.org member Name: Logan Location: Henderson Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Vulcan 800 Classic and 2005 KX250F Posts: 110	For sure.

June 4th, 2012, 11:04 PM	#11
NinjaBoyEddy ninjette.org guru Name: Eduardo Location: Hollywood, Calirfnia Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250r special edition Posts: 286	Danmoto rocks! Can't wait to get off work and chitchat on this thread.! You thought I was reving her up! :P I'm like dude this ahit is just beast* like that! XD Not exact words.. Lol

June 5th, 2012, 02:07 PM	#15
jjb84 ninjette.org member Name: JJ Location: Cali Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 127	any of you guys headed to the Socal Ride to Laguna Beach? thread: http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=104467

June 5th, 2012, 07:00 PM	#17
1994juggernaut ninjette.org member Name: Logan Location: Henderson Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Vulcan 800 Classic and 2005 KX250F Posts: 110	I wish but I have to work this weekend.

June 5th, 2012, 08:30 PM	#18
1994juggernaut ninjette.org member Name: Logan Location: Henderson Join Date: Feb 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2003 Vulcan 800 Classic and 2005 KX250F Posts: 110	Oh. Well that sucks.