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Old Aug 17, 2010 | 03:57 PM
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Hey all, anyone slightly modifying sporty's? I noticed a new trend of bikers running around town. They seem to be half skate boarder and half biker. Most of them are sleeved up at an early age, and are growing huge greasy beards.

Foud a little video of one of these guys here.

I think this stuff is pretty cool, seems as if these kids are trying to bring back the old school stuff.

What do ya think?
 
Old Aug 17, 2010 | 04:31 PM
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I have seen evidence of the same thing -- and some women are getting into it as well. I think it looks like a lot of fun in some respects, but for the life of me I can't understand why someone would want to forego all the reliability of a modern motorcycle. I don't particularly like the thought of wrenching on a bike in the hot sun in a 7-11 parking lot.
 
Old Aug 17, 2010 | 04:49 PM
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well, being yer first post and all, I would think yer trying to sell me something

But as far as the subject, yeh we have some guys in this area going with that look
 
Old Aug 17, 2010 | 04:59 PM
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Old Aug 17, 2010 | 05:00 PM
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seen a few around here to (collage town)
 
Old Aug 17, 2010 | 05:01 PM
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I am only 30 so i fit right in.
 
Old Aug 17, 2010 | 05:05 PM
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I guess I need a pic, cause I don't know what your talking bout
Shu the bike looks good with the winder off.
 
Old Aug 17, 2010 | 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by eisterd
I guess I need a pic, cause I don't know what your talking bout
Shu the bike looks good with the winder off.
thanks
 
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i think it is a very ugly bike. not for me
 
Old Aug 17, 2010 | 05:14 PM
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I like the bike. Look-wise, how is it that you guys say... Oh! "To each their own"

I help and try to get along with all mates on two wheels, heck! I've gotten into scooter conversation with pizza delivery guys (crazy suicidal ****'s) whom ride 125 Honda Cargo's at 70MPH in our heavy traffic pooring rain

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