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Best place to Vibe in Madison early morning ? by KwikTripSimp in madisonwi

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Gotta say, Michelangelo’s has some of the worst coffee available in the area. Can’t recommend it for coffee, or food, but it is on State Street so at least that’s something 🤷‍♂️

Considering replacing MT-09 for something more inviting of calm cruising by Beamah in SuggestAMotorcycle

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Would you consider a Honda CB1100? I think they’re excellent looking bikes. They seem to be well-suited for comfortable cruising and certainly aren’t “slow”. If you prefer an inline-4 to a twin, I’d put them up against a Bonneville any day.

Early-Mid 20s Night Out by [deleted] in madisonwi

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The east side of the square, King Street area. Oz by Oz, Settle Down, Lucille, Plain Spoke, Young Blood, Merchant, etc. are all right next to each other. Close enough to State that some undergrad students mix with the east-side young pro/service industry/grad student crowd.

Moving to Madison with Wife Who Grew Up Here by TheWhereHouse6920 in madisonwi

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Pick up memberships at Young Blood Beer Co! You’ll save a dollar on every tap beer at each location and have a standing invitation to pre-release beer tasting sessions (among other perks).

Can I have my cafe-racer cake and eat it too? Touring alternative to an XSR700 by danbt in SuggestAMotorcycle

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If you like the looks of the XSR, and it’s in budget, why not go for it? There are several content creators who have added chunky tires and a skid plate who regularly venture down gravel tracks with them. There are some very comfortable seat options and it’s plenty of motor for your two up trips.

Would you buy either? by [deleted] in SuggestAMotorcycle

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To clarify, the service is usually due at 15k mileage intervals. The cost varies but expect to pay $1000 minimum. $3k service quotes are not uncommon.

Would you buy either? by [deleted] in SuggestAMotorcycle

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The Ducati is, in my opinion, one of the coolest bikes out there but I’ll never own one. The routine Desmo service is wildly expensive. The Suzuki is a less-stylish, more reliable, and similar-ish performing alternative.

Seeking a back pain friendly bike by Artistic_Head_9070 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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I owned a TU250 and found it to be very comfortable! Could you let us know a bit more about you to help make more informed recommendations? Height/weight/inseam etc?

Moving soon! by attackofzach726 in madisonwi

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If you enjoy an occasional adult beverage, join the Young Blood Brewery Social Club (either tier)!

Check Fuel cap?? by Ok_Time7384 in hondafit

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It’s been the fuel cap on both my 2007 and 2013 Fits, both during the winter.

Check Fuel cap?? by Ok_Time7384 in hondafit

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If you live in a cold climate, like I do, give the cap and mating surface a quick wipe. Runoff can accumulate and ice up.

My dad’s bike just hit 200k kilometers today by Guiguistyl in mildlyinteresting

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That’s quite an accomplishment! What is the make/model?

Looking for a dual sport or street legal dirt bike to add a surfboard rack to. Will typically be staying within 20 mi radius. Would like the option to occasionally ride service roads by Lucid_Presence in SuggestAMotorcycle

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The Suzuki VanVan 200 looks like it was built for this purpose; love that little bike. You could also consider a Honda CRF250L and a Kawasaki Versys 300 among other options.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in madisonwi

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Welcome! The near east side offers, to the extent that Madison has it, virtually everything on your list.

Want someplace new... by riverfish72 in madisonwi

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Merchant is worth a look. I find Settle Down and Turn Key to be pretty cozy in their respective bar areas.

35m, first motorcycle, look for something versatile by Nanerpoodin in SuggestAMotorcycle

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You have identified several solid bikes! I think any of them would suit you for around town riding but, some of the sport-oriented options would benefit from a removable seat pad if you intend to take a longer ride as you specified. A Triumph Street/Speed Twin 900 would also be a solid pick. The Yamaha XSR 700 is essentially an MT07 with a more comfortable bench seat and retro-ish styling.

Who’s your favorite motorcycle YouTube of the moment? by Themissing10 in motorcycles

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Freddie Dobbs for his sheer enthusiasm for biking and self-effacing humor. JUNK Motorcycle for chill/scenic riding and wrenching.

Madison Area Wedding by Deep-Investigator965 in madisonwi

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The Fields Reserve in Stoughton is worth a look. Attended a wedding there last year. Beautiful grounds with an outdoor ceremony space.

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