[TriLUG] [OT] motorcycles

[Greg Brown]

I'm leaning towards a Yamaha R6 (though not really for anyone who really
knows me).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTFWfJZqzHo&feature=PlayList&p=964C7CA0D9888428&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=6

This dude covers a LOT of highway leaving Kaneohe Marine Base on Oahu,
Hawaii zipping along H3 (interstate, which is obviously, in Hawaii's case an
intrastate).

On Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 12:17 PM, David Black <dave at jamsoft.com> wrote:

> I've been riding on the street for about 24 yrs. and spent a couple years
> in the dirt before that.
> Learning how to handle a bike in the dirt and at the edge of its
> capabilities was invaluable.  On the street that experience saved my hide
> more than once, e.g. both wheels locked panic stop.
>
> Through the years MSF ERCs (experienced rider courses) have also been good
> to take every so often - to refresh skills and reinforce good habits needed
> to stay alive and well.
>
> Not riding nearly as many miles these days, my '85 500 Interceptor is still
> a joy as a city commute and short day trip platform.   The engine size and
> buzzy-ness makes a significant difference in long hauls: bigger motor =
> better.  The VF500F is relatively smooth but still tachs 6400 or so at 65
> mph.  A larger motor works less hard and somehow that translates into a more
> restful ride.  Last, if I ever take a long trip on a cruiser again, it'll be
> with a back rest.  :-)  Otherwise, the slightly canted forward position of
> universal bikes and moderate sportbikes works surprisingly well for a lot of
> situations.
>
> Dave
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