Am I a RUB?
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From: Hudson Valley, NY
You are a yuppy biker and a RUB, when someone wealthy from a tony neighborhood buys a Harley around the age of 40 that is basically the definition of a RUB. But on the bright side it's a small price to pay to have a lot more money than the rest of us. I wish I had enough money to qualify as a RUB. Instead I'm a broke suburban motorcycle enthusiast.
From the Urban Dictionary:
1. RUB
An acronym for Rich Urban Biker. A title given to middle aged, upper class, white males that make more money than they know what to do with so they decided to pretend to be bad *** and get a Harley. Unlike real Harley men they get all the trimmings on their bike which usually includes Heated handle bars, luggage racks, stereos, raised back support, cruise control and completely useless items like suicide shifts. Basically they just end up buying a 2 wheeled sedan, but they have no idea how to maintain it.
Youll never see them exceed the speed limit; actually, youre lucky to see them ever DO the speed limit.
Any damage that may occur to their Harley will instantly run them at least $2000, merely because of all the bloated accessories theyve placed on the bike, because of this, they will only take their bikes out on the sunniest of weekend rides and only for short distances. Even if theyre going to some sort of Harley riders get together, they would rather tow their bike in the back of their truck, stay at a nearby Hilton and will only ride their bike a couple of miles from the Hilton to the meet the day of the convention.
RUBs are the only motorcyclist who DO NOT give a waive or a nod to other riders on the road when passing, apparently they are to smug to do so or afraid of crashing by doing something complicated like nodding. Only a RUB would have heated handlebars on a bike
From the Urban Dictionary:
1. RUB
An acronym for Rich Urban Biker. A title given to middle aged, upper class, white males that make more money than they know what to do with so they decided to pretend to be bad *** and get a Harley. Unlike real Harley men they get all the trimmings on their bike which usually includes Heated handle bars, luggage racks, stereos, raised back support, cruise control and completely useless items like suicide shifts. Basically they just end up buying a 2 wheeled sedan, but they have no idea how to maintain it.
Youll never see them exceed the speed limit; actually, youre lucky to see them ever DO the speed limit.
Any damage that may occur to their Harley will instantly run them at least $2000, merely because of all the bloated accessories theyve placed on the bike, because of this, they will only take their bikes out on the sunniest of weekend rides and only for short distances. Even if theyre going to some sort of Harley riders get together, they would rather tow their bike in the back of their truck, stay at a nearby Hilton and will only ride their bike a couple of miles from the Hilton to the meet the day of the convention.
RUBs are the only motorcyclist who DO NOT give a waive or a nod to other riders on the road when passing, apparently they are to smug to do so or afraid of crashing by doing something complicated like nodding. Only a RUB would have heated handlebars on a bike
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From: ayer,ma
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From: Connecticut
I got called a yuppy biker by some young kid because of where I live. I grew up a gear head. My first car was a '69 Firebird that I rebuilt myself. I have owned other muscle cars and some cool trucks. When I was young, I rode dirt bikes and then quads. I have been wanting to build a Factory Five Roadster since I was in my 20's, but I could never afford one. When I turned 40 this year I gave up on the Cobra and bought my next most wanted toy, my FXDX. I worked my way up through my career in construction from a general laborer. I now have a good paying management job. I can do just about anything with my hands from welding to wrenching. My wife also makes good money and we live in an upscale neighborhood. It is because of this that he considers me a yuppy biker. I laughed at him. Does appearance dictate a RUB because I have to look neat and dress nice for work?
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From: anacoco, la
well, since you are so successful, then you need to take your money and pass it around to the rest of us who aren't quite as 'upscale' as you. then you won't have to worry about being a rub, we'll all be poor.
btw, enjoy your ride. you earned it.
btw, enjoy your ride. you earned it.
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From: East Coast
Yes, you're a RUB, but you're not a poser! That's the real issue. I feel sorry for RUBs though. Not the money part, just the urban part. On the other hand, you can cross the Throg's Neck or Whitestone and drive north, or just head out to LI and you're home free!
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