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SmokinDuck
01-26-2009, 05:13 PM
I really dig older jap motorcycles. My last purchase was a 1974 RD 250 and I spent last summer getting it back on the road. I had purchased it from a guy in Iowa that had frankinbiked it. He had installed a dirt bike suspension on it, so I found a donor bike, did a lot of cleaning and some painting and in a couple of months had it running again.

http://i729.photobucket.com/albums/ww291/TDuck_photos/IMG_1321.jpg

http://i729.photobucket.com/albums/ww291/TDuck_photos/IMG_1320.jpg

http://i729.photobucket.com/albums/ww291/TDuck_photos/IMG_1337.jpg

It needs a little work yet. I have to replace the seat cover and fix the dents in the gas tank.

And a pic of my 84 RZ350 for fun.

http://i729.photobucket.com/albums/ww291/TDuck_photos/IMG_1346.jpg
newcigarz
01-26-2009, 05:20 PM
Very nice.

My Duc. 696


http://www.fototime.com/08D219CD43EB71D/standard.jpg
Nick
01-26-2009, 05:25 PM
I had an SV but had to sell it to help with school. My pops had a Duc 900 for awhile and that thing was eye opening.

Here's the SV
http://i442.photobucket.com/albums/qq141/Quicknick0423/P1010349.jpg
MedicCook
01-26-2009, 05:26 PM
My father was a long time Harley biker who owned his own repair shop for a while.
BC-Axeman
01-26-2009, 05:36 PM
I rode a RD250 for a couple of years when they were new. Too light for the power and tires, IMHO.
Seriously, if you plan to ride it much, get rid of the under-the-pipe footpeg bracket. It hits the ground when you corner the bike hard and levers up the back tire.:eek::hn
floydpink
01-26-2009, 05:38 PM
I like motorcycles. i ride a 2000 FLSTF

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc266/rastapete69/bike111.jpg
JKim
01-26-2009, 05:41 PM
Motorcycles are dangerous! You guys is crajeeeeee! :D
piperman
01-26-2009, 05:41 PM
I hope you guys aren't the ones who ride down the highway pulling wheelies and standing up on the gas take going down interstate 10, dumb asses.:D
newcigarz
01-26-2009, 05:44 PM
Motorcycles are dangerous! You guys is crajeeeeee! :D


C'mon you should try it sometime. :rolleyes:
JKim
01-26-2009, 05:53 PM
C'mon you should try it sometime. :rolleyes:

Imma stick to my Big Wheels and Green Machines!

(Jennings GP)

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y184/khubli/BAP%209/DSC_4648Medium.jpg
Ace$nyper
01-26-2009, 06:13 PM
I'm going to get my self an SV soon, I just keep pushing it off being a cheap skate.

I love riding, this summer I had a 06 GSXR 750 to borrow and had a blast while it wasn't my favorite bike.

I fully enjoy riding and am the owner of a 84 honda magna 750cc (unsure how long i'll keep her)
ChicagoWhiteSox
01-26-2009, 06:18 PM
Very nice.

My Duc. 696


http://www.fototime.com/08D219CD43EB71D/standard.jpg

Nice:dr
Sauer Grapes
01-26-2009, 06:22 PM
My first bike was a restored '75 RD250. White tank with red and black stripes. Looked freaking awesome!
Ratters
01-26-2009, 06:47 PM
Good to see other bikers and trackday whores here. :tu

That RZ350 makes me :dr

My Mille:
http://s222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/IMG_0512.jpg

My ZX-9 I'm probably gonna be selling cause of the house buying. Great bike though:
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/IMG_0880.jpg

And my SV650. Holy hell I freakin love this bike:
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/Skips/IMG_8278.jpg
HK3-
01-26-2009, 07:08 PM
Like the bikes fellas!

I'm picking up a KTM 525 Supermoto in the next few months. :dance:
G G
01-26-2009, 07:11 PM
I'm ridin a Roadstar myself. Try to remember to post a pic tomorrow.
Nick
01-26-2009, 07:32 PM
And my SV650. Holy hell I freakin love this bike:
http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/Skips/IMG_8278.jpg

You're telling me I miss my bike on a daily basis. I'm thinking about getting a VFR when I graduate. :tu
smokeyandthebandit05
01-26-2009, 07:47 PM
Im actually helpin a friend rebuild a 70 somethin RD250. Anyone know of a good place to get parts and stuff for it?

As for my bike, all I got is this...

1999 KTM 125 SX

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i244/smokeyandthebandit05/Picture023.jpg


I got a little messy puttin gas in it :(
HK3-
01-26-2009, 07:52 PM
Im actually helpin a friend rebuild a 70 somethin RD250. Anyone know of a good place to get parts and stuff for it?

As for my bike, all I got is this...

1999 KTM 125 SX

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i244/smokeyandthebandit05/Picture023.jpg


I got a little messy puttin gas in it :(


Nice bike! Buddy of mine has one like that. Tough little joker!

This is similar to the one I'm looking at -
http://www.rubbermag.com/bikes/imgs/05_KTM_525SMR_1_600.jpg
Prospector
01-26-2009, 07:52 PM
2002 FXDL and a 2008 FLHTCU
TheJ
01-26-2009, 07:57 PM
Bought my first bike in 1997. It was an all red Honda CBR650F3. Loved that bike. Never did a wheelie.

Bought a scooter a few years ago when I lived on the beach.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y8/aliefj96/Metropolitan_II_Salsa.jpg

My current ride, Boulevard M50 by Suzuki, my daily driver until last week when the parent's gave me a minivan. The van went straight to the old lady. I get the station wagon. Either way if and when I do drive something other than the bike it's a mommymobile.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y8/aliefj96/M50K7.jpg


http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/47/l_633e66e9dd294fcbae482257753efd7e.jpg
smokeyandthebandit05
01-26-2009, 08:04 PM
Nice bike! Buddy of mine has one like that. Tough little joker!

This is similar to the one I'm looking at -
http://www.rubbermag.com/bikes/imgs/05_KTM_525SMR_1_600.jpg

I love mine. For a 125 I think its damn fast. I wish I had a 250 or bigger...gotta love 2 strokes!
SmokinDuck
01-26-2009, 08:18 PM
Im actually helpin a friend rebuild a 70 somethin RD250. Anyone know of a good place to get parts and stuff for it?

As for my bike, all I got is this...

1999 KTM 125 SX


I got a little messy puttin gas in it :(


What parts do you need?

Here is a great place to start...

http://www.hvccycle.com/

You guys all have some very nice bikes. I've got an 86 Interceptor too but can't find a picture right now.
omowasu
01-26-2009, 08:44 PM
2008 Harley Davidson Street Bob here.

I have had several older Japanese bikes too, but nowadays only the Harley graces my garage...
Bruzee
01-26-2009, 09:01 PM
I sold this:
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee250/dbruzee/DSC00130.jpg

To get this:
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee250/dbruzee/King1.jpg

And I haven't looked back since..... :D
HK3-
01-26-2009, 09:18 PM
The rice rockets are fun.. and dangerous! :D

But, when time passes it's more comfortable to have something "calmer".
omowasu
01-26-2009, 09:26 PM
The rice rockets are fun.. and dangerous! :D

But, when time passes it's more comfortable to have something "calmer".

Well put, my prior bike (a Bandit 1200S with stage II, exhaust, etc) would pop a wheelie at any more than 1/2 throttle from a stop. It was a blast, but could be scary at the same time - a sneeze or mistwist of the throttle could have less than desireable results.

The Harley aint exactly slow, but it wont keep up with the Bandido. Then again, for some reason I really dont miss the 'zuki much...
Prospector
01-27-2009, 11:02 AM
2002 FXDL and a 2008 FLHTCU

Here's the Ultra:
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=184&pictureid=1190
BC-Axeman
01-27-2009, 11:27 AM
Any HD riders sere not on the new T-shirt pass?
Harley Davidson Shirt and Cigar Trade II (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=8769)
Volt
01-27-2009, 02:34 PM
Curent ride, 2006 Yamaha Roadstar Midnight Silverado,

http://usera.ImageCave.com/Volt/Bike/mstar.jpg
Thrak
01-27-2009, 05:28 PM
I raced for 4 years in the SouthEast, mostly 600 Supersport on R6's, but started in Clubman on a GS500.

I now ride a Yamaha VStar 1100 Custom around town. Still tinker on the GS and tried a trackday last year, but with a family its alot more difficult to get to the track than it used to be... I'll try to find some pics. :)
SmokinDuck
01-27-2009, 05:39 PM
Found the picture of the Interceptor.


http://myweb.cableone.net/movieman/Motorcycle%20pics/Vf5004.jpg

It's currently in hiding at the back of the garage.
BORIStheBLADE
01-27-2009, 06:33 PM
Don't have a picture right now, but I have a 2004 SVS650.
Teeznutz
01-27-2009, 06:38 PM
Sold my R6 and R1 to purchase my home........I'm envious of all of you! I love the Ducati!!
Ace$nyper
01-27-2009, 06:41 PM
Found the picture of the Interceptor.


http://myweb.cableone.net/movieman/Motorcycle%20pics/Vf5004.jpg

It's currently in hiding at the back of the garage.

:dr

Sweet bike I've got to ride one like that total blast, I really like the pre vtec interceptors a lot.
houdini
01-27-2009, 06:41 PM
2001 CBR 929 Erion Racing Edition
houdini
01-27-2009, 06:43 PM
Another pic
CIGARMASTER
01-27-2009, 07:18 PM
Well HERE iS MY my little hidden jem... APRILIA MILLE 1000 IT GETS OUT EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE...
Gone Dave
01-27-2009, 08:43 PM
Any HD riders sere not on the new T-shirt pass?
Harley Davidson Shirt and Cigar Trade II (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=8769)
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh114/losttxn/100_0650.jpg
and..
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh114/losttxn/100_0648.jpg

This is my second Harley, my first scooter was an 84-85 Honda Sabre 750..
Thrak
01-28-2009, 06:24 PM
Here are some pics of some recent and previous ones... I've had about 4 or 5 others that I cant find pics of right now. :)

(current ride)

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/flutterbyissa/1100-r.jpg

previous

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/flutterbyissa/_03r6-2.jpg

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/flutterbyissa/650-l.jpg

My glory days

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/flutterbyissa/dwayne79.jpg