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Originally Posted by boomerguy
(Post 18525256)
Sort of getting back on topic. Today I replaced the "grenade" aka spring plate in my transmission with 3 stock plates and while I was in there, my stock radial throw out bearing with a 7200B angular bearing to make my 2005 Sporty XL883 even more bulletproof. Both of these stock items are "time bombs". While my buddies are constantly adding bling to their bikes, I'm focusing more on making it run forever. For my type of riding the 883 is perfect with short gears, good mpg's and my standard controls which makes my back feel like it has never heard of sciatica. I don't know how I survived my youth on motorcycles because my 883 can do more than I want. Oh yeah, it's old enough to be simple to work on and new enough to be reliable, the best of both worlds. I suppose I should polish it more often but I save that for bad weather.
I just noticed your user name, that ends in "guy," so I am assuming you are a "guy." Sorry if I am wrong. Please post a pic of yourself on your little 883 so we can ascertain gender. |
Wow thats pretty harsh. Not everyone wants all the power available, from any line. To me the gearing on the 1200 is screwed up. First is too high for serious slow speed work, and 5th is not high enough for modern freeway cruising, not at 70 plus. For many freeways 70 is the limit and some are 75-80. So why, if he wants to ride winding, twisty roads does he need more power and too tall of gearing. I wouldn't care if he road a Honda 500, big whoopee, who cares, he rides what HE wants and needs.
Give the "guy" a break. |
Originally Posted by handirifle
(Post 18525471)
Wow thats pretty harsh. Not everyone wants all the power available, from any line. To me the gearing on the 1200 is screwed up. First is too high for serious slow speed work, and 5th is not high enough for modern freeway cruising, not at 70 plus. For many freeways 70 is the limit and some are 75-80. So why, if he wants to ride winding, twisty roads does he need more power and too tall of gearing. I wouldn't care if he road a Honda 500, big whoopee, who cares, he rides what HE wants and needs.
Give the "guy" a break. |
Getting kinda personal, aren't you? I'm secure in my manhood. In my younger years I drove small European sports cars while my buddies drove muscle cars. I got more girls to ride with me than the other guys did. It seemed the guys with the big engines wanted to impress each other. I just wanted to enjoy driving and making new girlfriends.
Your referring to power between the legs reminds me of the guys who equated big and long, powerful cars with masculinity. Did you ever wonder why the nose of the Corvette was so long? There was a term for that but I won't go there. I've owned much bigger and faster motorcycles that handled far better than my Sporty but those days are passed. I'm very happy with my little 883. I've never confused my identity with my job titles or vehicles. While I owned a Miata, I also drove a big pickup truck and an Element. So, which category would I fit in? |
Originally Posted by boomerguy
(Post 18525508)
Getting kinda personal, aren't you? I'm secure in my manhood. In my younger years I drove small European sports cars while my buddies drove muscle cars. I got more girls to ride with me than the other guys did. It seemed the guys with the big engines wanted to impress each other. I just wanted to enjoy driving and making new girlfriends.
Your referring to power between the legs reminds me of the guys who equated big and long, powerful cars with masculinity. Did you ever wonder why the nose of the Corvette was so long? There was a term for that but I won't go there. I've owned much bigger and faster motorcycles that handled far better than my Sporty but those days are passed. I'm very happy with my little 883. I've never confused my identity with my job titles or vehicles. While I owned a Miata, I also drove a big pickup truck and an Element. So, which category would I fit in? |
I started restoring my Sportster today. It's only an 1100, so I guess that makes me ever so slightly effeminate according to macho man's arbitrarily drawn line in the sand.
Pardon me while I shed a tear. Actually, I think I'll go for a ride on my 165HP CBR1100XX. Or maybe a drive in my 430HP Silverado. Maybe then I'll go **** my girlfriend six ways from Sunday. |
was a harsh, not thought out, bad comment, then this
Originally Posted by 1986FXRLiberty
(Post 18525563)
I started restoring my Sportster today. It's only an 1100, so I guess that makes me ever so slightly effeminate according to macho man's arbitrarily drawn line in the sand.
Pardon me while I shed a tear. Actually, I think I'll go for a ride on my 165HP CBR1100XX. Or maybe a drive in my 430HP Silverado. Maybe then I'll go **** my girlfriend six ways from Sunday. |
I replaced the old pegs with some smaller mtx style. When winter hits more subtle changes will occur
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Originally Posted by firehawk6
(Post 18525552)
Apparently you are gender confused, or maybe bi-gendered...:D
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Originally Posted by boomerguy
(Post 18525508)
Getting kinda personal, aren't you? I'm secure in my manhood. In my younger years I drove small European sports cars while my buddies drove muscle cars. I got more girls to ride with me than the other guys did. It seemed the guys with the big engines wanted to impress each other. I just wanted to enjoy driving and making new girlfriends.
Your referring to power between the legs reminds me of the guys who equated big and long, powerful cars with masculinity. Did you ever wonder why the nose of the Corvette was so long? There was a term for that but I won't go there. I've owned much bigger and faster motorcycles that handled far better than my Sporty but those days are passed. I'm very happy with my little 883. I've never confused my identity with my job titles or vehicles. While I owned a Miata, I also drove a big pickup truck and an Element. So, which category would I fit in? |
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