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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Cool Runnings on November 18, 2015, 09:00:39 PM
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Vespa 300. :popcorn:
12,000 miles, runs like new.
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1972 Kawasaki H2, maybe around 40,000 miles, runs better than new.
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GS850 Suzuki. Different animal, same purpose.
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I luv my wasp. :thumb:
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In my signature, currently:
07 HD XL1200Lr
11 Ducati M696
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Honda BIG Ruckass. 250cc
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CB900C 1982
10 speeds!
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The only other one that's currently on the road (besides the two Ambassadors):
(https://scontent.fash1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlt1/v/t1.0-9/12105745_1510621922592774_5127682870519793731_n.jpg?oh=d49386c01bcbff8affba2bb04303a47c&oe=56F0B126)
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2015 Yamaha XT250 - for daily travel and logging roads. It was a bit cold on it today up here in the north.
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Got two:
The '47:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnTtoVg9Sg0
And the '39:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgcmyNR-BxY
(http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn233/shawnsci/IMG_1327mod_zpsf9anpjop.jpg)
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I wish I could have posted that instead.
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Me: Blue Vespa GTS 300 Super ABS (with traction control)
Wife: Red Vespa Sprint 150 ABS
They are both great fun! Still, I am looking for another motorcycle...
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A Street Triple R ( not a Guzzi) and a Honda CTX1300 ( the antiGuzzi) and then the Yamaha r6 ( faster than a Guzzi).
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Regular ride is either a 2003 or its twin, 2004, California Stone Touring. Alternate is a bought new 2003 Suzuki SV-1000 naked, an example of how reliable and well-thought out Japanese bikes usually are. Balls to the wall "motor" and 440# wet. No failures in 12 years and 42K miles. Just runs and runs.
Also have what would in other venues be called "garage queens" but in my house they are "dining room queens" as the garage is full.
1965 BMW R-27, restored (16K miles)
1974 Norton 850 Interstate Commando (3K miles)
1989 Honda GB-500 (1100 miles and absolutely as new)
Ralph
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1995 Honda Elite CH80 scooter
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95 Cali and a 05 Breva
Though right now the Dino the Cali works and the Breva is MIA
Its been in the dealer since 5th November until MG UK manage to get the replacement bits over. Latest forecast is 10th Dec :violent1: :violent1: :violent1:
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OK, but "other" scoot, I guess you mean non-guzzis (my Guzzis are '14 V7 Special and '13 V7 Racer/Record)
So, here are the "regular riders":
- 2013 BMW F800GT -- main all purpose commuter/tourer/cold+rain bike
- 2003 BMW F650GS Dakar -- for when i want to get dirty, but, still need to ride highway to get there
- 2013 Ducati Monster 796 -- everyone needs a Ducati in their life :grin:
- 2007 Vespa GTS250ie -- was purchased for my wife 2 years ago. She still hasn't gotten her MC license. I use it for errands. It's actually fun to ride.
- 1992 BMW R100R -- former warm weather commuter, now for sale (replaced by '14 V7 Special)
See pics here: http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php?topic=80096.msg1261278#msg1261278 (http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php?topic=80096.msg1261278#msg1261278)
I also have a few vintage bikes (all on this list are registered, insured, and get ridden):
- 1966 Ducati Monza
- 1973 BMW R75/5
- 1976 Honda CB400F
- 1968 Honda CL175
My current project bike that is intended for me to keep and ride is a BMW R100S (1980 R100 Frame + 1978 R100S engine, bodywork, handlebars, etc).
There are also several vintage Hondas in queue to be "brought back", and then sold. These won't be so much restorations as "preservation", as I typically buy bikes with mostly good bodywork+paint, and chrome that is in such condition that it can be brought back with just polishing. Mechanically, they all get thoroughly gone over, service, and tuned up. I've done several in the pass. Usually, I make a little money, sometimes not.
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Down to two bikes currently. Main ride is 2008 1200 Sport. "Other" scoot is 1991 R100GS.
Mileage is climbing on both. Sport slightly over 62k. GS just turned 146.4k yesterday.
(http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n284/bcgilligan/08%2002%202015%20Burton%20Ohio/IMG_2712_zpshfferppz.jpg) (http://s115.photobucket.com/user/bcgilligan/media/08%2002%202015%20Burton%20Ohio/IMG_2712_zpshfferppz.jpg.html)
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Early 70s Montesa Cota 247.
Like my T3 Cali, it is a bit of a bitsa, with a 72 engine in a 74 frame. Been using it for the last few years off-road, but currently starting a re-build with the idea of getting it Road-legal again, and maybe doing some of the UK Classic Reliability Trials. So easy to work on.
cheers
eib
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2012 NC 700X manual.
Trying to decide on what to add next.
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See sig --
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Recently departed: 2007 K1200GT; 2012 Diavel
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Several race only vintage Triumphs including one with two engines and a 97 Buell
(http://i.imgur.com/ZygzW9vl.jpg)
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See sig. The T and Triumph are down for winter refurbishing. F650 is a nice cold-weather daily ride. The Yamaha is a museum piece, really.
I didn't mean to do it this way but the current stable includes Italian, British, and German bikes, plus the Japanese and Taiwanese oddballs. To round out the history of Italian ownership, I suppose I should find a Ducati project, or maybe a Benelli.
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Signature line. Ones no longer in the fold- 75 S3A 400 Triple, 73 Trident, 81 GpZ550 and 1100.
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2004 Thunderbird 900 Sport
1946 Vellocette 350 MAC
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2004 Thunderbird 900 Sport
1946 Vellocette 350 MAC
:gotpics:
This thread needs pics!
I esp. want to see pics of that Vellocette!
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(http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r317/blackkat-1/P1010009.jpg)
Currently apart, waiting to paint the frame, re-cover the seat,etc.etc.etc.....
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1980 Yamaha XS850SG, Special.
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Just an old Tigger :grin:
(http://i1299.photobucket.com/albums/ag65/guzzistajohn/kirbyrally005_zpsef5541ce.jpg) (http://s1299.photobucket.com/user/guzzistajohn/media/kirbyrally005_zpsef5541ce.jpg.html)
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(http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r317/blackkat-1/P1010009.jpg)
Currently apart, waiting to paint the frame, re-cover the seat,etc.etc.etc.....
Wait , hold on , back this bus up , WHAT ? You took that Fastback apart ? REALLY ? What am I missing :huh:
Dusty
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The Mighty Honda Helix
(http://i68.tinypic.com/9fxyjn.jpg)
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sleds currently in the bike barn. v14 California, v18 injun chieftan, v17 roadstar. the herd has been thinned. poncho
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Really, I could do with a light quick bike as well as the Cali 1400. But I rarely do "short" trips, living in the middle of nowhere. However, the fleet at the moment is:
Cali 1400
VStrom DL1000 - mainly for use by my SO when she gets more comfy with power.
Suzuki VL800 cruiser - only retained because it's evidence in a lawsuit. Nice bike
VStar 250 for my SO
Lincoln LS - probably needs to go, very old now
BMW 318i - runs perfectly, 1996, just needs cosmetic restoration
1991 Ranger pickup - bought new, now in farm use
2004 Chevy Cavalier - SO's car. For some reason she uses the Lincoln . . . .
GT mountain bike for my SO
2006 Wilier Thor carbon bike, with mostly Dura Ace
I keep thinking an EX500 or whatever they are called now would be a great bang-around machine.
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2012 Norge
2009 Yamaha FZ1
1965 Honda 305 Dream
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I have a 2009 White Aprilia Scarabeo 200. My wife has a 2009 Red Aprilia Scarabeo 200. We're kind of partial to the Italians...
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(https://fotoguzzi.smugmug.com/Buell/i-RJtqHnq/0/L/IMG_0899-L.jpg)
(https://fotoguzzi.smugmug.com/Guzzi/i-Z4b2bnD/0/L/IMG_1472-L.jpg)
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Norge is my country bike. Nearly as much fun is my Honda S90. 1968, 18,000 miles. All original, with faded tank. Great for around town and short trips. Gets up to 60 mph if I'm lucky.
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2013 Electra Glide for two up touring...
(https://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/419x314q90/r/62/iv13.jpg)
2010 R 1200 RT for Sport Touring...
(https://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/528x351q90/r/631/V7FESZ.jpg)
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I picked this up a few weeks ago:
(http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm100/Bisbonian/CB500X/New_zpsuuxsv4lv.jpg) (http://s294.photobucket.com/user/Bisbonian/media/CB500X/New_zpsuuxsv4lv.jpg.html)
I haven't had this much fun on a bike in a long time. There's a lot to be said for something smaller and lighter.
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(http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff485/jetmechmarty/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/0101151639a_zpsxmhdppco.jpg) (http://s1238.photobucket.com/user/jetmechmarty/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-01/0101151639a_zpsxmhdppco.jpg.html)
(http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff485/jetmechmarty/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-03/0304151507_zpsmksihmc0.jpg) (http://s1238.photobucket.com/user/jetmechmarty/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2015-03/0304151507_zpsmksihmc0.jpg.html)
The garage is packed with XS Yamahas, but this is the only one I'm currently riding. :bike-037:
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For the long 2up rides.
(https://slygrin.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Gold-Wing/i-j4zKQRD/0/M/Wing%20at%20Dry%20Falls-M.jpg)
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he garage is packed with XS Yamahas, but this is the only one I'm currently riding. :bike-037:
Whatcha gonna do with the El Camino...? :popcorn:
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Wait , hold on , back this bus up , WHAT ? You took that Fastback apart ? REALLY ? What am I missing :huh:
Dusty
It had to have some work done to the frame because at some point in its life the rear loop was cut off for racing purposes and when I had it re-attached about 15 years ago they made it a half inch too short which caused some problems. The rear fender couldn't be attached without some rube type connection. Unfortunately I didn't catch it until after it was repainted.
So it is fixed and primed so I just need to put the final coat on and start putting it back together.
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Whatcha gonna do with the El Camino...? :popcorn:
My El Camino shelf? I've had it for eighteen years and only driven it. I made a handshake deal to sell it just the other day. PM me if you want to get in line if the deal falls through.
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I don't have an 'other' scoot. Each gets it's turn. It depends on my mood and the nature/function of the ride.
But for some boring reason, they're all the same brand.
Nick
(http://www.adamsheritage.info/images/bikes2015.jpg)
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An MP3 500 for my mountain rides.
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Triumph tiger 800. Great for commuting!
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Depends on the day and my current mood:
(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y518/mjptexas/Mobile%20Uploads/FC135DFB-EDB8-42E3-BDD8-7E890E164FC7_zps4chgxp7y.jpg) (http://s1278.photobucket.com/user/mjptexas/media/Mobile%20Uploads/FC135DFB-EDB8-42E3-BDD8-7E890E164FC7_zps4chgxp7y.jpg.html)
Ride each one at least once a month.
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I get to rotate thru every day as long as weather permits. Luckily only rains or snows here about 10 days a year.(http://i1272.photobucket.com/albums/y395/paulcony/100_5643_zpskmj401pp.jpg)
Paul B. :boozing:
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2014 Honda CTX1300
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1999 Honda VFR800Fi does everything except off road
1992 Honda CRM250 off roads
add a bit of Guzzi character - all sorted
Oh and a Skoda Superb Combi for shifting Wife and Children
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This;
(http://ducatiforum.co.uk/data/photos/l/4/4826-1414874498-cbe1d3315ba461952d47a4293286a445.jpg)
And this;
(http://ducatiforum.co.uk/data/photos/l/4/4038-1397418648-48cf7f5b018495b0e5caf60650877de3.jpg)
:thumb:
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Yamaha RD400.
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'78 SR500 Yamaha. Thump.
Terry
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Along with my V7 Racer, I have the '87 BMW K75 which I customized.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LGORQRR3z4Y/U2f6jWutUoI/AAAAAAAADY4/KlDedQDLTO8/s800-Ic42/FinishedK75Retro3.jpg)
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Just purchased this awhile back, new to me 2014 Super Duke. For the kid in me! :grin:
(http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n238/Bigblockzuki/KTM%20Superduke/IMG_0067_zpst5b1opyb.jpg) (http://s113.photobucket.com/user/Bigblockzuki/media/KTM%20Superduke/IMG_0067_zpst5b1opyb.jpg.html)
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2013 CB1100. Love the bike. Just wish it had a little bigger tank for those long stretches of road out west.
(http://i1288.photobucket.com/albums/b492/Frulk/IMG_0981_zpski43lobt.jpg)
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Along with my V7 Racer, I have the '87 BMW K75 which I customized.
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LGORQRR3z4Y/U2f6jWutUoI/AAAAAAAADY4/KlDedQDLTO8/s800-Ic42/FinishedK75Retro3.jpg)
Now, that is one unique K75! Like what you've done with it.
EDIT: Wasn't this bike's pic in either MOA or RA club mags in the past year?
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1982 CB900c ~(and photo of) Shaft drive, 10 speeds and Air Ride suspension.
(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a538/broughsuperior/DSCF3675_zps095a3f4d.jpg) (http://s1282.photobucket.com/user/broughsuperior/media/DSCF3675_zps095a3f4d.jpg.html)
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Yamaha FZR 600 1996 US model. Great handling, but lacks character
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This is currently a basement decoration..... an Astore.
(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f82/juturtle/IMG_3908_zps33dd37f1.jpg) (http://s45.photobucket.com/user/juturtle/media/IMG_3908_zps33dd37f1.jpg.html)
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2010 Yamaha FJR1300. A real mile eater.
(http://i124.photobucket.com/albums/p26/stevet_010/_IGP6980edit.jpg)
Steve.
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It is about to become a Rokon.
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(http://i.imgur.com/KDtWumM.jpg?1)
2014 trumpet tiger 800xc. general year-round commuter, long hauler, middling off-road getabout. does everything i ask of it well. gets 75% or so of the 15-20k miles i put down yearly.
(http://i.imgur.com/DGc6Gfs.jpg?1)
2015 trumpet thunderbird storm. my poser cruiser. some mild "stage 1"-equivalent mods (k&n airbox, tors pipes, dynotune) brought it up to 96ish rwhp and closing in on 120 ft lbs of torque. sounds great, and gives the ol' arms a good yank when i wick it.
(http://i.imgur.com/Rey06V9.jpg?1)
my 2016 goose v7 ii stone! doubling up on commuter duties with the tiger. also have a huge givi tail case for grocery hauling. makes a great city hopper!
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My Italian-made Husqvarna TE450 on snowy single track in Arizona on Thanksgiving Day.
I LOVE this bike. :thumb:
(http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m492/timscudder/Cafe%20Husky/IMG_4221.jpg) (http://s1128.photobucket.com/user/timscudder/media/Cafe%20Husky/IMG_4221.jpg.html)
And my recent acquisition: a grocery-getter, airport-runner, commuter BMW K75s. These two motorcycles had different problems. They are currently one motorcycle and a pile of parts. I'm playing "free motorcycle." I have some more "merging" to do, and when I am done, I will sell the remaining parts for at least what I paid for both of them (maybe more).
(http://i1128.photobucket.com/albums/m492/timscudder/1992%20K75s/IMG_4142.jpg) (http://s1128.photobucket.com/user/timscudder/media/1992%20K75s/IMG_4142.jpg.html)
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this one just rolled 80k miles and runs pretty strong.
(http://g3.img-dpreview.com/5C2CF63A7AA549DCAD186C09A574EAB9.jpg)
also have an EV and a Greenie.
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Vespa 300. :popcorn:
12,000 miles, runs like new.
Bought a new 30GTS Yes I get it. Very good scooter! I'd give up a bike or two to keep it.
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'98 BMW F650
(http://s8.postimg.org/lr0dqcp9h/100_2204a.jpg)
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1921 Moto-Guzzi Board Track Racer. :grin:
Viciously fast.
(http://s27.postimg.org/61ag71yyb/image.jpg) (http://postimg.org/image/n1tcfqbzj/full/)
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Currently in the garage and running
14 Norge
14 DL 1000 V-Strom (Wife's)
00 Thunderbird
08 Ulysses
75 Trident
90 GB500
75 RE5
79 Vespa PX125
Current Projects
79 Honda CBX
70 Ambassador
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The Guzzi one, the Ducati one, and the MV one:
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u171/ssasser/IMAG0338-1.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u171/ssasser/S6300192.jpg)
(http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u171/ssasser/Mobile%20Uploads/IMAG1220_zpsltvo4792.jpg)
I constantly catch myself with a stupid grin every time I get to ride one. Each one gives me the very same feeling as the very first time I rode it. While somewhat similar in appearance - they're wildly different in movement. I'm tickled beyond words with each, and truly one lucky sum'bich.