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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 09:41 PM
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I have never ridden in shorts. Not because of any homophobia issues, but because burns hurt.
 
Old Jul 29, 2012 | 09:51 PM
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Originally Posted by 5150crazy
ok, is it just me or is there other guys/gals out there that think nothing says im a homo more then a guy in shorts and flipflops on a bike..im not a big fan of full gear every ride. but short?? come on.wtf!

I can see a geek yuppy tool maybe but after living south of San Francisco for 25 yrs I'd suggest you be careful with the pole smoker cracks , some of those guys will break you over and dry hole you just to show ya what your missing .
 

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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 09:53 PM
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I really don't care what most people wear riding. The people I care about will not get on either of my HD's if I don't think their choice of attire is safe. No shorts or sandals ever. I am also not one of the atgatt. Ride your crap dressed like you want. No skin off of my *** ---literally.
 
Old Jul 29, 2012 | 10:05 PM
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You know what makes me sick? Is people that go around throwing out the words "Bigot" and "Homophobic". They are usually the most intolerant people on the planet disguised as Politically Correct Humanists.

As far as Shorts and Flip-Flops go, the sport bike riders seem to think that is the correct riding fashion.
 
Old Jul 29, 2012 | 10:16 PM
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No shorts for me, period. My ugly old knees scare me when I look at them, I'm not going to afflict them on the public!
 
Old Jul 29, 2012 | 10:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Yellotang
You know what makes me sick? Is people that go around throwing out the words "Bigot" and "Homophobic". They are usually the most intolerant people on the planet disguised as Politically Correct Humanists.
"There is no sickness worse for me than words that to be kind must lie."
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 11:05 PM
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No shorts for me, period. My ugly old knees scare me when I look at them, I'm not going to afflict them on the public!
Me too!
I've got some really bad lower legs and it could psycologically damage children seeing them...

I used to think the same about wearing Hawaiian shirts while riding...
 
Old Jul 29, 2012 | 11:13 PM
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I don't think it says anything about their sexual orientation, but it does say safety is second to everything else.

And in the heat, pants, leathers, and gloves, will insulate your skin and keep you cooler on a ride.
 
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 11:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Yellotang
As far as Shorts and Flip-Flops go, the sport bike riders seem to think that is the correct riding fashion.
A sport bike and flip flops? Really? Thought flip flops was reserved for guys with heal/toe shifters. Are there guys on sport bikes upshifting with the bare top of their foot? Or are you needlessly trying to poke fun at crotch rockets inaccurately?

As far as the OP goes: I'd expect a real homo would wear MORE than the typical Harley rider, not less. Yes, I know you meant it generically but it really isn't the best term to use anymore. Frankly, saying homo IS a little homo. (Opps, I used the term homo)
Anyway, I wear shorts when riding sometimes. There are always variables that makes us bend our rules. I have gotten stung on my calf and didn't like it. Never flip-flops but I have worn boat shoes. Suppose you'll tell me that is homo?
 
Old Jul 29, 2012 | 11:29 PM
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Im guilty. i run a large swimming pool as a summer job and since ive bought the bike i have been riding to the pool in shorts. i keep my flip flops in my bags and wear my boots to ride in.
its all neighborhood streets and only 3 miles away, but i should do like someone else said and wear pants over my shorts to ride in.
 

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