Motorcycle

[HashiriyaS14]

Ha ha ha! The Tupperware Terror!

HAHAHA!

Yep, that's the one.

For some reason I really like them, always have. I remember staring at one that was parked when I was a kid. It looked like something out of Star Trek.

EDIT:

While we're on the subject, here's some other bikes I'd love to own.

Honda NC30:



Suzuku RE5 Rotary-engined bike:



Honda CX500TC Turbo (just for neato factor, but it's kinda ugly):



Honda GB500 Tourist Trophy:

[Mr1der]

How about this thing? It's for sale in my area:

http://washingtondc.craigslist....html

haha water buffalo!

they're neat...I haven't really looked into them though.

the GS was just one of the most reliable bikes ever built.

and is still a formidable motor when built for drag racing.

[AZhitman]

Anyone else recently have a "WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE" first time moment on a bike?

Yep. The day I traded my CRX for this:



My prior bikes, in order:

Don't laugh, I learned to ride on this:

Swapped that for this, and instantly started modding it... Drag bars, longer swingarm, bigger rear tire, carb work...

Bought this on a whim and promptly buried it in the side of a Buick at 45mph... Damn near killed me.

Roommate's bike, bought it and sold it back to him.

[Razi]

Don't laugh, I learned to ride on this:

I can't imagine you on this little thing scootin' around town.

[Mr1der]

rofl....

I wanna get one of the newer ZRX1200's

they're really fairly cheap when you find them too.

[HashiriyaS14]

I like Elites, lol.

They're cool in a wacky 80's way.

EDIT: This is the 250R I was on yesterday, both alone with with the Ruckus:

[Mr1der]

they remind me of Paulie's robot.



what's the background of the CB750 cafe bike you posted in the other threads?

<---wants a GS750 to cafe the **** out of. complete with monoshock aluminum swingarm.

[myS13wantsaVQ35]

always be careful please!

[93jdirty']

Did who ever was riding that die?

[sldewyz]

im wanting to get a bike too. ive always had my mind on the older 88-91 yamaha fzr 600....anybody know much about them?

[myS13wantsaVQ35]

no he is fine now and still rides. i was right behind him when he went down, not a cool thing to see. i still ride myself, stuff happens.

[frapjap]

The first time I rode my dirt bike, I about died (not literally). It was a freggin blast and it hauls SO much ***. Having what felt like 3 power bands to me was insanely cool.

I'm at the point right now that I want a bike, but I'm unsure how willing I am to take that fall when it comes.

Some questions for the bike gurus (to persuade or dissuade me)-I drive 32 miles each way to work, it is 98% highway. I don't want nor have a need to haul balls on the road, but I do want something that will get me decent mileage for the ride and will be quick enough to have fun with on the on ramp. I'd like to do weekend rides in the mountains and a cruise through the city when its dead. A very recreational thing. Ideally, I'd like something of a James Dean nature. Like these:









^ Favorite

I also like the bike in this video, but have NO idea what it is...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nOq3k0G-IE

If I ever got a sport bike, it'd be a small engine Triumph, but its highly unlikely that I'd EVER get a sport bike- I just have no need for it. I don't know what any of those bikes are, but thats the style I'm shooting for. Can you guys give me some pros, cons, and thoughts on a bike suitable for me?

[HashiriyaS14]

^^You NEED a Triumph Bonneville, period.

[frapjap]

Is that the third one from the bottom?

[frapjap]

http://maine.craigslist.org/mcy/9867865 ... 84663.html

What do ya'll think?http://providence.craigslist.o....htmlhttp://westernmass.craigslist.....html

I like the last two. The last one is- dare I say- b!tchin

I could really ride that around anywhere and love it.

Modified by frapjap at 1:13 PM 1/11/2009
Modified by frapjap at 1:15 PM 1/11/2009

[HashiriyaS14]

^^Yeah, the original one, not the chopper.

I think it looks good, although I don't know much about Bonnie prices. Make sure it's a good price first, and make sure the bike is A-OK.

[frapjap]

Woah, Honda Rebels are freggin cool too!

http://newlondon.craigslist.org/mcy/986639800.html

http://burlington.craigslist.o....html

http://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/986569063.html

http://boston.craigslist.org/n....html

Those are all mad cheap!
Modified by frapjap at 1:29 PM 1/11/2009

[HashiriyaS14]

^^Yeah, the Rebel is only 250cc and only costs about $3500 brand new, so used ones are cheap.

It'd be a fun bike to do a bobber conversion on, but methinks you need a cafe racer.

Maybe go pick up an old Honda CB. CB350, CB400, CB750, etc.

[frapjap]

What the hell is a bobber? I keep seeing that written, but don't know what that is. Urban dictionary has been no help.

[PapaSmurf2k3]

I'm guessing urban dictionary said something about a slut that gives lots of BJs when you looked up bobber.

I would think the rebel would be plenty of bike for you. You don't want to haul *** (it maxes out at like, 80 I think), and want good gas mileage (60-80 MPG?). Plus, its CHEAP!

[MagikDragon]

how about an FZR400 all aluminum frame 400 from the early 90's

[frapjap]

Nah, I haven't a need for a sport bike. I don't need anything to tempt an early death.

[Mr1der]

bobbers are bikes have been lowered, tail shortened and usually have the rake brought in.

<---wants to make a cafe racer out of a Suzuki GS

1980 GS1000

[frapjap]

That is a sweet looking ride! Thanks for the info.

[HashiriyaS14]

These are bobbers:





These are cafe racers:







A cafe is more like a modern street fighter, whereas a bobber is more chopper-esque, IMO.

Usually I think Bobber = Ape Hangers, but you can do them with clip-ons or other kinds of bars too, as the pic above illustrates.

[Mr1der]

yeah, a bobber is meant for more of a cruising position.

I need to find an old UJM for less than a grand and make a budget cafe out of it.

it'll probably get a flat black paintjob. cuz I'm cheap

[MinisterofDOOM]

Woah, Honda Rebels are freggin cool too!

They're certainly not bad bikes. But if you already know how to ride and are comfortable on a bike, you'll regret buying a 250cc cruiser. Rebels are REALLY SMALL. They're also really torqueless. You'll outgrow it in a hurry. If you're comfortable on your dirtbike, you should go for a mid-size cruiser...something around 750 or 1000ccs. 250 is way too small for an experienced rider. They're squid bikes...light, low, and gutless.

Of course, you'll also probably be able to re-sell a Rebel for what you paid for it, so no real loss when you do outgrow it.

[Rex]

Nah, I haven't a need for a sport bike. I don't need anything to tempt an early death.

Based on the comments you've made here's a few suggestions

Yamaha Virago - early to mid-80's era. You should be able to find something for <$2k that's been well cared for, but not restored.This is an 1100, but they also made ~700 cc one that looked very similar

Honda V45 or V65 Manga - early to mid-80's era. You should be able to find something for <$2.5k that's been well cared for, but not restored.This is the V65, but they look alike.

I'll see if I can come up with a few other suggestions.

In your part of the world (North East) this is the time to buy. People are starting to getting the Christmas bills and will start selling "toys" to pay off the debt.

[Mr1der]

there's always the GS or KZ and the CB too

unless he said he wanted a V...I don't pay attention.