March 29th, 2009, 06:10 AM | #1 |
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Name: Melissa
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Newbie from Michigan!
I just picked up my first bike, a 06 250! It needs some work and I've yet to take my MSF course so it'll be a while before I can ride it. For now I'm just staring at it, collecing gear and parts, staring some more... lol... I'm looking forward to getting on the road and learning as much as I can about this bike
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March 29th, 2009, 06:11 AM | #2 |
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Gorgeous bike!! Welcome!!
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March 29th, 2009, 06:12 AM | #3 |
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March 29th, 2009, 06:20 AM | #4 |
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Name: Melissa
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Thank you!! That's the "good" side haha... it was ridden - and dumped - by a 250+ lb. man. I don't think there's a piece on the bike that doesn't have a scratch or dent
Speaking of which... what are some good places to buy replacement parts? So far all I have left to buy is the left mirror, windshield and left foot peg bracket. |
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March 29th, 2009, 06:22 AM | #5 |
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Don't feel bad, my bike was dropped too (by me) and I only take pics of the good side. lol.
As far as parts, eBay seems to be a good bet. Though I don't have a pregen so I'm probably lying to you. |
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March 29th, 2009, 08:13 AM | #7 |
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Hi welcome to the boards.
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March 29th, 2009, 09:40 AM | #8 |
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Name: Melissa
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March 29th, 2009, 10:07 AM | #9 |
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Welcome on board. You picked a good bike to learn to ride on.
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March 29th, 2009, 10:16 AM | #10 |
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Aloha and welcome, Melissa.
Congrats on the bike!! As bad as this is going to sound, I'd fix only the damage that is necessary to get the bike street legal for now. The harsh reality is that during your learning phase, you will most likely drop the bike and possibly re damage the new pieces you put back on, so touch up the paint a bit, work on getting the maintenance up to date and the bike mechanically perfect, then practice, practice, practice. mahalo for joining us. |
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March 29th, 2009, 10:49 AM | #11 | ||
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March 29th, 2009, 10:57 AM | #12 |
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cool.. smart girl.
post some pics of the "unpretty" side, when you are a bit more comfortable, and perhaps some here could make some suggestions, if you are open to them. |
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March 29th, 2009, 01:38 PM | #13 |
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Welcome to the boards Melissa! I definitely understand your need for new parts. I had/have the same problem. I was the 3rd owner of my bike after 1900 miles. It had already been dropped on both sides, had rash on both sides, a few cracked and broken fairing pieces, rash on exhaust, bar ends, and pegs, a dented brake pedal, and a broken footpeg bracket on the left side. I still have a few things to replace, but I did what KKim said, and just got it in working condition. I'm playing with things as I go.
eBay is a good place to find the stuff you're looking for. Just search around a little and you should be able to find the OEM stuff for pretty cheap. Good luck getting on the road, and have fun in your MSF class!
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March 29th, 2009, 04:25 PM | #14 |
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Welcome to the boards!!
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March 29th, 2009, 05:14 PM | #15 |
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welcome! When you get around to fixing her up, there are several of us on the board who have experience in that area - we'd be happy to help you out!
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March 29th, 2009, 07:14 PM | #16 |
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aloha and welcome to da forum!
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March 30th, 2009, 05:12 AM | #18 |
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Thank you I appreciate that! I'm sure I'll be bugging you guys all the time lol. My good friend is a motorcycle mechanic but I'd like to try to do the work myself. I wouldn't feel right having a vehicle I know nothing about mechanically. I'm a DIY-er
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March 30th, 2009, 06:48 AM | #19 | |
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March 30th, 2009, 04:42 PM | #20 |
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Have fun with your MSF class. When do you think it'll happen?
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March 30th, 2009, 05:52 PM | #21 |
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March 30th, 2009, 06:12 PM | #22 |
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welcome and have fun on a sweet bike
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March 30th, 2009, 11:33 PM | #23 |
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hey melissa, beautiful bike. GREAT color!!!
i guess you also own a camaro? well, welcome anyways. lol. |
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March 30th, 2009, 11:43 PM | #24 |
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Welcome, lovely bike!
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March 31st, 2009, 04:45 AM | #25 | |
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March 31st, 2009, 05:13 AM | #26 |
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Im guessing you still miss the camaro I have a 98 and I've loved her since day one. I'd love to own an old stingray someday.
Welcome to the boards. Cheapcycleparts and ebay like the other guys said. Let us know how your MSF goes. I'm sure you'll have a blast.
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March 31st, 2009, 11:08 AM | #27 |
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i am into mustangs myself. but if i ever did jump the fence, it would be for a corvette.
my friend had an 85 iroc-z camaro. polished it more than he drove it and it was in showroom condition. he sold that for a 63 split window corvette. that car was beautiful! for some jacked up reason that i will never understand, he sold that. now he has a 69 z28 camaro in perfect condition. nice car too, but.... i liked his 63 better. |
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March 31st, 2009, 04:52 PM | #28 | |
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April 1st, 2009, 06:15 AM | #29 |
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http://api.ning.com/files/PQhYDSrIN1...9CamaroZ28.jpg
SICK 2010 camaro takes a lot of styling ques from this era. I don't wonder why.
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June 7th, 2009, 08:31 AM | #30 |
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Well I FINALLY got the bike fixed up enough to ride, hubby showed me what to do and I got to ride it around the yard for a few minutes. I think I'm really going to like this, can't wait for my MSF course next week! Here's the youtube vid... I know I know I need a helmet
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June 7th, 2009, 08:51 AM | #31 |
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hello from Greece
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June 7th, 2009, 08:55 AM | #32 |
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oooh naughty naughty
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June 7th, 2009, 11:30 AM | #33 |
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Well Miss...if your doing that well on grass and loose stone!! you'll be just fine out on the open road.
Cheers and PUT ON GEAR
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June 7th, 2009, 01:03 PM | #34 |
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yes, definitely tempting fate.
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June 7th, 2009, 02:08 PM | #35 |
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The smile says it all, rider for life. Now make sure you have a long life. I like the gear but it looks like it's for a different kind of riding.
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June 7th, 2009, 02:36 PM | #36 |
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wow, that is a huge yard.
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June 7th, 2009, 05:55 PM | #37 |
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I sure hope that next time you're out on your bike to please wear gear even if it is just in the yard.
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June 7th, 2009, 05:57 PM | #38 |
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Congrats Melissa!!! I just finished the MSF course a week ago and I'm looking for a similar bike. It was a lot of fun doing the course and I learned a lot. Good luck!
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