How is it even possible, really?
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From: ontario
a bike than has been ridden in the rain has never really bothered me. it is the maintenance and care of it that matters. In October 2013 I bought a Florida Sherriff's bike and I know they rode it in the rain and no issues with it at all. And being Canadian not only have I rode in the rain I have been caught in a snow storm also.
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I believe some people ride in the rain because the bike may be their only transportation.
Some people may check the weather channel before going riding and decide to take the
car, Some people get caught in the rain because they didn't realize a storm was
brewing. But a bike that has never seen rain?
Some people may check the weather channel before going riding and decide to take the
car, Some people get caught in the rain because they didn't realize a storm was
brewing. But a bike that has never seen rain?
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From: florida
I've had a few GREAT rides in the rain! Not on purpose but if you ride enough it happens. My girl and I bitch the entire time it's pouring and we're soaked. But after a warm shower at home and a change of clothing we talk about what a good day it was. I never plan to ride in the rain but here in Florida it rains often even with a perfect weather report
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From: Mesa, Az.
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From: Beaumont Ca
Granted it was only 3500 miles, but the entire time i had my sportster it never saw rain. I pay a lot of money every month for my truck. So when weather is bad or rain is expected ill drive it.
I want to enjoy the bike, not get stuck in the rain on it.
BUT i might be lucky, im in Southern California so its easy to avoid rainy days
I want to enjoy the bike, not get stuck in the rain on it.
BUT i might be lucky, im in Southern California so its easy to avoid rainy days
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From: Stone Mountain, GA
Hey I don't care if a bike has been ridden in the rain. I just couldn't believe a tourer 10 or so years old was never ridden in the rain. I am in the southeast and we get our share of rain. I have yet to be on a trip and not gotten at least some rain, frost, dew or other wet weather. I just couldn't believe a seller who claimed otherwise. I wouldn't cancel a trip cause it's raining here or there. Funny chit above though.