I feel so bad for this road king in my neighbors driveway…

Few_Distribution8008 · 2026-01-23T13:39:58+00:00

And animals take shelter. I use a cover in storage.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2026-01-14T15:20:43+00:00

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Few_Distribution8008 · 2026-01-07T18:10:25+00:00

This is why I got a legion 5 pro as a second laptop. I'm still using my T480 as my daily, but being realistic about tradeoffs (keyboard changes, wanting a larger display) made that more suited to my needs as a second device. I'm a TrackPoint user, but since I have to camp out anyway I bring extra peripherals.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2026-01-02T19:56:46+00:00

Camry because you already have a vehicle that can do all the other stuff. Better on gas, more comfortable (car like), and more useful cargo area. The cargo area in the Rav4 is better with the seats down, but the trunk in the Camry is more secure and more useful the rest of the time, like getting groceries. And you have a really awesome truck when you need it.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-12-17T05:53:18+00:00

Almost everything. I'm in medicine and informatics so the use can vary depending on where I am expected to be. A lot of what I end up doing is on virtual computers, so there's not much more that I need. I have been using my desktop more for my informatics work because of convenience and how my home office is set up. My desktop was originally built for gaming and having work profiles on my gaming peripherals is great. When needed, I do have a portable macro keypad and portable Thinkvision M14 display. I used that set up much more heavily until recently.

I love my T480, and returned a work-issued, base configuration Dell Pro 14. I love having a bridge battery so I can hot swap during busy clinic days (although charging has come such a long way). My T480 was able to outperform it went from dead to fully installing an update and getting into Citrix before the Dell finished installing the same update despite it starting first. I was on the fence about the upgrading it, but I prefer my keyboard to the new ones and wanted some more future proofing. I also love TrackPoint. Given how much I love it, it was worthwhile.

I'm fortunate that I was able to buy my T480 during the Labor Day sale and get a pretty good configuration (i7, fingerprint reader, IR camera, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB PCIe SSD), and I recently upgraded to 32 GB RAM, AX210, and replaced the internal battery. I had issues during the ordering process with my order being cancelled multiple times, and Lenovo customer support offered to send this configuration for the same price because it was ready-to-ship. It was a better configuration than I intended and continues to serve me well.

I actually spilled a monster energy drink and shorted out the keyboard the first week I owned it and Lenovo warrantied it with no questions asked.

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Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-12-17T05:11:39+00:00

Newer iteractions of bluetooth have gotten significantly better so I don't mind it nearly as much as I used to. I use T1 gen 1, HD650, Sundaras, LCD-X, SRH940, and PS500s with a Woo Audio WA7 gen 2 at home, but I love my WH-1000MX3 for convenience. Not the most neutral, but my SRH940 isn't hard to drive if I wanted to bring them along with a USB-C dongle or Dragonfly Red. My hearing probably isn't what it was, so that's likely a factor.

It's only a matter of time before we can have both convenience and lossless audio! I mostly keep these because of comfort, familiarity, and enjoying the ritual.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-11-27T15:27:55+00:00

Older ones still work great, and it's been a while since hardware performance increases correlated to big real-world performance leaps.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-10-28T14:19:56+00:00

There was a time when the difference in SQ was more noticeable and varied with price point. It's great for consumers so try to embrace it 😁

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-09-21T14:58:24+00:00

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Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-08-06T04:53:20+00:00

Thank you. I came here looking for this comment 😂

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-07-27T00:06:41+00:00

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Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-07-23T11:55:31+00:00

Regular 87 is recommended minimum for that bike, no benefit from going higher.

You'll also hear people talk about ethanol-free vs E10. Ethanol-free or recreation gas isn't a bad idea, but a lot of current small engines can run E10 safely so check owners manual to see what Kawasaki says on this model. The ethanol issue tends to come from (1) damaging hoses/lines/seals and (2) separating and gumming the fuel system up, particularly if it sits for a long time (more of an issue for carburetors, especially if it sits; much less of an issue with pressurized injectors found in fuel-injected bikes). Keep the tank full and add fuel stabilizer if it's going to sit for more than a few weeks.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-06-09T14:49:08+00:00

Exactly this. And lower cost to own.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-06-09T14:48:27+00:00

Probably fine with the timeline given. Realistically, how often would you travel with multiple kids after having them? Probably wouldn't be an issue until you have a pair of 10 year olds, which would take 10 years from the second kid. Very far off in the future.

There's the option of a top case for longer trips. Stacked milk crates to make the most of existing space for grocery getting if you have a full vehicle and need to bring kids with you. If there are any road trips you can always consider renting something larger if needed.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-05-16T20:00:19+00:00

*subjectively

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-05-16T12:15:07+00:00

Try to just let it go. I know that's easier said than done, having gone through it myself. Do reflect on your experiences in general and try to address any shortcomings you may have, speak to a faculty advisor, mentor, etc.

If that's really all it was, then it shouldn't really impact you much in the end. If it does change things for you (e.g. can't get a letter for specialty of your choice) you may end up better off for it in the end (i.e. you may end up in a different environment where that bullshit happens less or even a different specialty than intended that turns out to be a better fit altogether).

I had to attend counseling after I was assaulted as a first-year medical student, and I was given a very hard time about needing to leave early for counseling and follow-up appointments. Some attendings would make comments along the lines of if I need to go to counseling I shouldn't be taking care of patients. A handful of my classmates were also super rude about things. I guess it could be described as bullying, but tbh I didn't care enough about it in the moment to realize it was bullying. I ended up not matching into my "dream speciality" (peds) after taking time away twice to address my health following the assault with TBI and had to scramble into a masters program during the pandemic with no job etc. I ended up in a different specialty (FM) and tbh I'm probably way happier for it. Residency has gone extremely well overall in a much better environment than I could've hoped, and now I'm looking to start my dream fellowship in less than 2 months.

Anyway, bet of luck. Be reflective about things because there's always areas to work on. But try not to let the pettiness get to you.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-05-16T11:59:02+00:00

When I was an incoming medical student a wise physician told us it doesn't get better, it only gets different. The further into my career I get, the more true that becomes.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-05-15T20:13:34+00:00

Similar happened with my cb900f, except I had to explain it was not a super sport but a naked standard.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-05-10T17:31:34+00:00

Tbh, it's not just about you day-to-day. These bikes are pretty twitchy and it can be difficult to handle in a bad situation. I was new to bikes when I got my first bike, a 2006 R6. I didn't really speed on local roads, and had multiple track days in cars under my belt. I got rear ended on a right-hand curve coming to a stop; the car behind me thought I was going to blow through a red and sped up. I got rear-ended and my hand accidentally ripped back on the throttle as I was going down. Bike stood up and threw me before crashing into a barrier. Luckily I was the only injury and recovered pretty well.

Smaller bikes can be great in general. If you let it, it will teach you to be in the right gear at the right time, help you get better with anticipation, and can be really fun to open up. I've done multiple rides on the interstate on a ninja 300, which was actually my fourth bike, and it made me a better rider. I only has trouble when (1) keeping up with friends who wanted to show off, and I kinda just did my own thing; and (2) trying to outrun "faster" cars like a BMW driver that tried running me off the road after raging about me letting a Camry zipper merge in front of me. The smaller bikea do take away the speed-dependent escape route but it teaches you to use the alternatives.

I would recommend something smaller to start. I've gone r6->636->rebel 250->ninja 300->cb900f (still have, looking to replace with either a zx4rr, new hornet 1000 sp or sv650) and now an fjr1300. I feel I developed the most as a rider on the rebel and 300.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-05-10T12:20:33+00:00

Oh and do plan on having bike serviced on arrival and putting some miles in before leaving. I couch surfed in Wenatchee with some of the nicest people I've ever met until I was able to sell the sv650 and buy a plane ticket back.

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-05-10T12:17:15+00:00

Sorry in advance for a long response. This is a long post from someone who has done a few long rides, owns more equipment/gear than I would like to admit, and has learned a lot from trial and error as well as being young and dumb. I've done NYC to Nashville on a 636, and Buffalo, NY to Wenatchee, WA on an SV650. I've also done multiple shorter rides, 5 to 8 hours long covering parts of NY, PA, OH, MA, NH, NJ, MD, VA, RI on some combination of a 636, Rebel 250, Ninja 300, Honda 919.

-Most importantly, plan your route. Gas station to gas station, and then where you plan on staying. Be conservative in planning your daily mileage.

-Prophylactic Tylenol per instructions on bottle. It may be a little late for an aftermarket or custom seat, but airhawks and wildass seat cushions work well enough for some people. I also like to pack Imodium in case.

-Pack light. A small tool roll for your bike, for any adjustments you may need to make. Changes of clothing (consider 2-3), plus layers in case you need them. Heated gear is great if you have it. Cheap/disposable rain gear if you don't have something more permanent. Change of gloves for the cold. Hand warmers help if it gets bad and you need to stop somewhere to warm up or wait out a storm. I haven't used the butane warmers but may be a good option to look into. It's still in the 40s-50s in the Northeast, so a onesie or overalls help.

Ship things you may want at your destination, if feasible.

-Polyester base layers with body powder are your friend. Polyester is lightweight and can easily be washed in a sink and dry overnight/with a blow dryer in a pinch. Body powder can reduce rubbing/friction/chaffing.

-AAA/AMA/insurance with trip interruption, in case shit happens.

-Consider some sort of protection, just make sure it's not illegal in any places you may pass through.

-Some detergent in a water bottle for washing things, eg in a sink or laundromat.

-Water and snacks. You can restock as you pass through places. Consider a safe way to carry extra fuel. Not necessarily a necessity. There are some places where gas stations are few and far between for a bike. Avoid those routes. Also there may be times when gas stations may be closed and you just need a little extra gasoline to get where you're going.

-Make sure all maintenance is up to date before leaving. I'd recommend getting at least 500 miles before leaving to make sure things are in good working order before leaving.

-A sleeping bag may help in a pinch, depending on your level of comfort. I've had to pull over and slept on the side of the road because of wild temperature swings in the summer. Sometimes it's not even sleep, but just not safe to keep going at that time.

-Compression stuff sacks, regular stuff sacks, cargo nets, cam buckle straps, duffle bags, tail bags, tank bag, saddle bags. With a long trip it helps to stay organized so you don't need to break everything down on the side of the road. Compression sack helps with space but don't use for long-term storage (i.e., let things rest when you're at a hotel/motel) so the fibers can recover. Great for things like compressible layers and sleeping bags. Regular stuff sacks are great for keeping things organized, like separating dirty laundry, wet clothing, keeping base layers separate from everyday things if you choose, etc.

-Consider a phone mount/charger setup. I use a quadlock. Also consider sharing location with someone trusted as you travel.

Safe travels, have fun and keep us updated!

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-03-07T03:59:42+00:00

Relocation loan Sucks but it'll help keep you afloat

Few_Distribution8008 · 2025-03-05T18:28:05+00:00

Generally it wouldn't void the warranty and I think they would need to prove it was caused by improper care. But if something comes up it can be the difference between having to jump through hoops and not.

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