March 14th, 2013, 07:00 PM | #1 |
Lets go ride!
Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
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NORTH GA RIDERS - Official Thread! Atlanta, N.Ga, TN, NC Riders-Check for latest info
The Official Thread for the North Georgia Riders!
Ok, folks, we were trying to come up with the best way to communicate between us. The social groups of Ninjette lacks most of the forum capabilities and doesn't notify very effectively, so, this thread in combination with the website will be for all things North GA riders. I will keep the first post up to date with the latest info on upcoming rides and events. www.northGAriders.com Visit the website to check out the calender of events, view pictures and videos from past rides or join the group. Upcoming Rides- Check last page of this thread for ride details!
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March 14th, 2013, 07:28 PM | #2 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
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You guys planning on riding all the way to Tail of the Dragon or are yah gonna trailer your bikes?
I'm gonna need to bring along some seat padding or something lol.
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March 15th, 2013, 06:47 AM | #3 |
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Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
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I was planning to ride up there but I need something better to sit on on this 300. The seat is an effing rock!!!! Its really a mini IRON BUTT if you are not use to riding long miles up to the dragon from our area. I will say this, I 2up'ed up there last summer and spent the whole day up there then went to the Dragon and rode it a couple of times and then home. 8AM to 8PM and it was fun! Was I sore, yes! Was I tired, yes! Did I have a blast, HELLLL YES!!!
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March 15th, 2013, 06:57 AM | #4 |
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Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
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I think making it a 2 day would be more enjoyable. That way were not already tired when we hit the dragon.
In a perfect world I envision riding up in a GMC Yukon XL with leather seats towing all the bikes in an enclosed trailer. I'll keep dreaming...
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March 18th, 2013, 06:55 PM | #5 |
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Name: Darren
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
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In the past I usually take Friday off and then spend the night in Knoxville, then ride it some more on Saturday.
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March 19th, 2013, 04:27 AM | #6 |
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Name: Brian
Location: Atlanta
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I won't make it.
Doing carb sync, valve lash, headset bearings, plugs, clutch/springs, fork oil, tires and gearing change that Fri/Sat and have to work that Monday. Trying to make sure everything is good for racking up some miles when the warmer temps get here. |
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March 19th, 2013, 10:52 AM | #7 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R (Sunbeam Red) Posts: 319
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So did we decide on Friday or Saturday for the drag strip?
@Sipper' I know how it is. My bike has been out of commission for a while as I've worked on installing new brake lines, clip-ons, rearsets, and now waiting for my grips! I still need to shim my carbs too.
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March 19th, 2013, 11:47 AM | #8 |
Lets go ride!
Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
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As far as I can tell, the open drag strip is only on Friday nights. With that being said, I don't think I am going to be able to make it this Friday night (and it being their opening night, it will probably be crowded)
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March 19th, 2013, 08:35 PM | #9 |
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Name: Scott
Location: Atlanta
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Looks like rain Friday night.
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March 20th, 2013, 06:24 AM | #10 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
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Weather looks 'trrble for this whole weekend... Bummer.
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March 20th, 2013, 08:16 AM | #11 |
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Name: Darren
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
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I really wanted to do some more runs at the strip.
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March 20th, 2013, 08:27 AM | #12 |
Lets go ride!
Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
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So, It looks like the drag strip also has an open run this Saturday as well. Depending on the weather it would be easier for me to make that then trying to deal with Atlanta traffic on a Friday and the weather may be a little better sat morning.
So who is in for the Dragon March 31/April 1st? The motel at the dragon is pretty affordable at 59 a night with three beds per room. Let me know! Jeff
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March 20th, 2013, 09:58 AM | #13 |
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Name: Luke
Location: Sevierville, TN
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APril 19-20th, Suches GA, is the Concours rally, Running with the Wolf. I am a Cog'ger and if any of you are local you are more than welcome to meet up with us and show us some roads. I prob wont be on the ninja, probably the buell.
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March 20th, 2013, 10:38 AM | #14 | |
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Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
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AND we are trying to put a group together to come up Sunday March 31st / April 1st to go to The Dragon. Will keep you updated with times in case maybe you can meet up with us. |
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March 20th, 2013, 10:40 AM | #15 |
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Name: Luke
Location: Sevierville, TN
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ok cool, remember the Skyway is closed due to a landslide so that nice road is out of order If you guys were coming up on a weekend I could show you all some nice roads in NC/TN.
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March 20th, 2013, 10:45 AM | #16 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): '14 Honda NC700X; '14 Honda CRF250L; '07 Lifan 200 Posts: 623
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Did not know about the Skyway...will make sure to make changes in any routes I had planned thru there....thanks for the heads up!
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March 20th, 2013, 12:32 PM | #17 |
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Name: Ed
Location: Atlanta, GA
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Hey guys,
my shop is sponsoring a trackday at Talladega Gran Prix on April 21st. If you have any questions, check out the Facebook event page"]Facebook event page[/URL].
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March 20th, 2013, 02:18 PM | #18 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R (Sunbeam Red) Posts: 319
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Man, I really need to get me a one piece suit...
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March 20th, 2013, 03:20 PM | #19 |
Ninja chick
Name: Allyson
Location: Athens, GA
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Damn. I can't make it April 1. My dog is having surgery that day so I have to be here to pick him up. Poor guy.
If you need a place to stay overnight, i HIGHLY recommend the Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge, http://www.ironhorsenc.com/ . I have stayed there multiple times. They have options to camp, bunk, or stay in a cabin. They fix a stellar breakfast and dinner that are WELL worth what you pay for them! The people kick ass, it is beautiful with a mountain stream to cool you off after a hot summer ride, and it's just in between the Skyway and the Dragon. Hands down, the best place I have ever stayed up in that area!
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March 20th, 2013, 03:56 PM | #20 |
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Name: Ed
Location: Atlanta, GA
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If you can wear a 42, I have an extra that you're welcome to borrow.
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March 20th, 2013, 04:07 PM | #21 | |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
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Not really sure what size I am as I have never worn a one piece, but I imagine small to mediumwould work.
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March 20th, 2013, 07:19 PM | #22 |
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Name: Ed
Location: Atlanta, GA
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US sizing. For reference, I'm 6 feet and about 175 lbs
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March 20th, 2013, 10:05 PM | #23 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: T
Location: U.S.
Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): Current: '11 ZX-6R; Previous: '09 Ninjette; '08 ZX-6R (Ex-Wife '09 TU250X) Posts: 981
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Wow, I would love to make that Dragon trip, but sadly I'll be in classes all day. I so hate Mondays right now.
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March 22nd, 2013, 07:15 AM | #24 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: Darren
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
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Hey guys I'm sure I mentioned the Yamaha dealership I got the FZ6R from has a demo day once a year, well it's on April 19-20. Register early so you can get to ride the bike you want, assume most will probably wanna try the R6 and it's a very popular choice.
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March 22nd, 2013, 07:29 AM | #25 | |
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Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
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March 24th, 2013, 08:18 AM | #26 | |
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Name: Darren
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
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Kawasaki has one too so my dream of trying a 600 Supersport this year is still on, just now more likely to be a ZX-6R than a R6. Will one of you guys please get video of your ride on the R6 and youtube it? Thanks! Last futzed with by fleemos; March 24th, 2013 at 08:25 AM. Reason: adding video request |
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March 24th, 2013, 08:52 PM | #27 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R (Sunbeam Red) Posts: 319
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The weather needs to hurry up and straighten up so we can meetup for another awesome ride.
... I am going through withdrawal... lol. That "demo" day looks interesting though. Part of me really wants to ride one of those super sports to check it out, the other part of me doesn't want to risk falling in love...
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March 26th, 2013, 07:09 AM | #28 |
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Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
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I just signed up for the demo day on Saturday! Cant wait, R1 and a cruiser!
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March 26th, 2013, 07:22 AM | #29 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
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Do you guys know if you can ride a "demo" bike with just a MP (permit)?
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March 26th, 2013, 08:56 AM | #30 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
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I signed up for Saturday as well.....I THINK.....something here at work made the website crash HOPEFULLY after I had signed up and saved everything because now it wont let me back into the site. I try to reset password and it wont take my security answer or nothing so I guess I wait until they send the confirmation email and we will see. Oh well! Maybe we can meet there, I live only a few minutes away.
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March 26th, 2013, 08:58 AM | #31 |
Lets go ride!
Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 650 Posts: 234
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March 26th, 2013, 09:21 AM | #32 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
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Thanks Jeff!
I also signed up for Saturday -- figure this is about as good a chance as ever to try out some different bikes. Looks like it's about time to get my motorcycle endorsement. I am gonna have to get it soon if I want the hard copy mailed to me in time. My most preferred: R6, FZ6R, FZ8 I may add a cruiser or two after I get a chance to research a few of 'em.
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March 26th, 2013, 09:24 AM | #33 |
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Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
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SO I have been working on some routes for the TAIL of the DRAGON trip. Anybody still interested in this? I have to verify what roads are closed and which are open because I heard they had some land slides and some roads where closed. I am going as long as the weather is good and the main roads are open.
TAIL OF THE DRAGON TRIP 2013 ONE DAY TRIP: MONDAY APRIL 1 08:00 (START) Canton BREAKFAST 08:30 (START) Canton KICK STANDS UP (5/64/19/129) 11:30 (ARRIVE) Deals Gap REST / GAS / LUNCH 12:15 (START) Deals Gap UP & DOWN THE DRAGON 03:00 (START) Deals Gap Monnshiners Rd (28) all the way to Franklin 04:00 (ARRIVE) Franklin, NC REST / GAS / EARLY DINNER 05:00 (START) Franklin, NC HEAD HOME 06:30 (ARRIVE) Blairsville, GA 08:00 (ARRIVE) Canton, GA BY 9:00PM HOME SAFE!!! =) TWO DAY TRIP: SUNDAY MARCH 31 02:45 (START) Canton MEET/HELLO 03:00 (START) Canton KICK STANDS UP 06:00 (ARRIVE) Deals Gap DINNER MONDAY APRIL 1 08:00 (START) Deals Gap BREAKFAST BY 08:30 (START) Deals Gap UP & DOWN THE DRAGON BY 10:00 (START) Deals Gap Moonshiners Rd (28) to Franklin 11:00-12:00 Franklin, NC LUNCH in Franklin 12:00 (START) Franklin, NC BACK to Deals Gap 01:00 (START) Deals Gap UP & DOWN THE DRAGON ONE MORE TIME 2:30-3:00 (START) Deals Gap HEAD HOME USING 143 & 165 06:00 (ARRIVE) Blairsville, GA DINNER 07:00 (START) Blairsville, GA HEAD HOME BY 9:00PM HOME SAFE!!! =) @BlueJeepYJ @mfresh @fleemos @GearMonkey @Sipper' @Bosgarage57 |
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March 26th, 2013, 09:59 AM | #34 |
Lets go ride!
Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 650 Posts: 234
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Wow Tony! Nicely done!
I am in!
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March 26th, 2013, 10:11 AM | #35 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
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Thanks BRO...the one day trip incorporates Hwy 28 called the Moonshiner 28 which is suppose to be twisty and beautiful along with the Tail of the Dragon...the two day trip will give us time to do the Tail of the Dragon, Moonshiner 28, and another one on the way home which are awesome. Again, I gotta check on road closures and stuff but we should be good to go.
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March 26th, 2013, 10:35 AM | #36 |
ninjette.org guru
Name: Darren
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
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Sadly I won't be able to make it because I have some family in town staying with me for three weeks that arrive later this week. I'll more than likely be in for the next one though, the Tail is an awesome ride.
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March 26th, 2013, 10:58 AM | #37 |
ninjette.org sage
Name: Tony
Location: Buford, GA
Join Date: Mar 2012 Motorcycle(s): '14 Honda NC700X; '14 Honda CRF250L; '07 Lifan 200 Posts: 623
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Cool maps
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March 26th, 2013, 11:29 AM | #38 |
Knee-dragger in Training
Name: Manny
Location: Buford, GA
Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250R (Sunbeam Red) Posts: 319
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I would be a lot more decisive if I knew how the weather is going to turn out. Just not really feeling it if it's going to be all wet.
I'd be interested in a 2 day trip so we have a bit less stress on our bodies lol, but I'd be up for whichever. Almost feel like we should push it back a week or so.
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March 26th, 2013, 12:14 PM | #39 |
Lets go ride!
Name: Jeff
Location: Kennesaw, GA
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Yeah, it looks like Sunday weather is iffy, Monday a lot better. In the low 60's in NC.
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March 26th, 2013, 03:40 PM | #40 |
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Name: Scott
Location: Atlanta
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I'll be coming from Charlotte but I should be able to meet at Deals gap. Any Charlotte riders want to ride up with me? Weather permitting.
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