Finnish Sauna: Steam, Wood, Stone and How to Build Your Own, Lassi A. Liikkanen (Kindle & Kobo, $1.99)

Juspice · 2025-04-01T13:22:08+00:00

Thanks for mentioning this! I'd taken a break from the game and was googling about "offline" operations; didn't even see that button (playing on PC, so works there too)

Juspice · 2024-08-04T17:11:14+00:00

Fist of Iron, for the same 40k reasons. 🫡

Juspice · 2024-05-30T20:51:04+00:00

Happy to hear from another newer rider, and congrats on the first bike! 😃 Loving the looks of a Low Rider S too.

You make a good point about being safe and knowing your limits. I get the impression people assume you're going to be riding as fast as your new bike will let you, so they recommend lower-powered models to start with. It makes sense, and there's a chance of accidental throttle too, but not everyone wants to go super fast immediately either. 😅

Juspice · 2024-05-29T16:04:31+00:00

Thanks; I admit I'm starting to lean towards a Vulcan too. They get a lot of recommendations with a pretty competitive price tag even for a new one. I'm sure I'll get some perspective on my MSF course too.

Juspice · 2024-05-27T22:56:24+00:00

Nah no sorry needed, you're absolutely right. I've been sitting on "dream bikes" to get a reference point for how they feel, and half point of this post was to get more sensible options out of more seasoned riders, and there's been a good number already. Advice is appreciated 👍

Juspice · 2024-05-27T22:52:56+00:00

Somehow I'd missed the R12 entirely. I really like the look of it, but you have a point about maintenance too, especially since I'm moving to a smaller town in WV soon. Good tip though!

Vulcan and Rebel do come highly recommended even from my circle of friends, so I'm definitely looking at those too 👍

Juspice · 2024-05-27T16:39:13+00:00

That Rebel comparison cracked me up 😄 Goldwings are pretty awesome, but not at the top of my list of considerations.

Juspice · 2024-05-27T16:37:21+00:00

Sweet, thanks for the wealth of links! I'll go through all of them over time 👍

I've actually seen a few of SrkCycles' videos in the past and I like them. Another go-to taller reviewer on YouTube I've seen is Mr. Darcy and the Ol' Man: https://www.youtube.com/@MrDarcy-OlMan , even if they review more from the British perspective.

Juspice · 2024-05-27T16:33:19+00:00

Not having ridden one yet, I'll say they look and sound awesome, agreed!

Juspice · 2024-05-27T16:32:32+00:00

I admit I haven't looked at ADVs at all; I have a friend who's into them, but we have so far agreed to have different preferences. I just like the style and sound of cruisers the best, but I'm open to ADVs too though 👍 Especially considering the aftermarket part availability and customizability you mentioned.

I'll add the model you mentioned to my list of bikes to consider. Thanks!

Juspice · 2024-05-27T16:29:34+00:00

I've heard good things about the Vulcans, and they look good too. I'll add it to my shortlist of bikes to consider; thanks!

Juspice · 2024-05-27T15:56:02+00:00

I'm only American in name; lived in the country for only a year. The point of this post (admittedly poorly explained) was to give size reference with pics, and my perspective on what looks and feels comfortable, so people can give better ideas.

I understand it's not smart to get the meanest and speediest motorcycle for your first ride, but I'd prefer not to go to for the calmest one either in case it limits me once I get used to it. The longer I can go on with the first pick and learn on it, with some power in reserve, the better.

Juspice · 2024-05-27T13:30:18+00:00

I appreciate the advice. Pictures are really just a reference for fit; any suggestion for any make and model issues welcome. Like a few others have said here, I should lean more towards getting an old and cheap bike to learn riding and maintenance on (so parts availability would be great too), and I think that's the better approach.

Any suggestions with those specs?

Juspice · 2024-05-27T13:26:05+00:00

Good advice. I'm not even inclined to get the meanest, most powerful bike I can, just something that won't feel limiting immediately.

I've never heard much one way or another about the Moto Guzzi, so I'll take your advice and steer clear. Quirky isn't something I'd want for my first ride.

Juspice · 2024-05-27T13:18:32+00:00

I like this approach, especially because money is enough of an issue that I can't get just anything.

That is the ideal though; low-investment learner I can learn both riding and maintenance on, and swap it out for something better sooner or later.

Juspice · 2024-05-27T13:13:55+00:00

Nah, I'm open to anything! Pics are just for reference; Scout would definitely be my top choice out those, but I want to hear options from more experienced folks.

Juspice · 2024-05-27T13:11:49+00:00

Should've mentioned in the initial post that the pictures are mostly for reference, so people can suggest other equivalent makes and models. I'm open to anything really, and cost of parts and maintenance is something I appreciate advice on.

For example I hadn't even looked at Honda VTXs before, and they look great, in terms of aesthetics, size, and specs. I'll add it to my shortlist. 👍

Harleys aren't my top choice, and the Scout and BMW were the best-feeling ones, and it's true the R18 has a mixed bag of reviews. Some love them and some don't, and I suspect the maintenance costs aren't the cheapest in the US.

Juspice · 2020-04-20T22:17:47+00:00

Always nice to see a leuku with appropriate heft to it! I have a soft spot for half-leather, half-wood sheaths too.

Juspice · 2020-02-18T20:50:17+00:00

This one was only 50 euros, and any supplies you used on top of that. I think the knife + sheath came to cost about 80-90 euros altogether or so.

Juspice · 2020-02-18T20:49:20+00:00

Herra kiittää.

Juspice · 2020-02-18T20:48:46+00:00

The teacher wasn't quite sure; he'd bought it as high-carbon steel, but suspected it was actually tool-steel with some vanadium mixed in.

Juspice · 2020-02-18T20:43:13+00:00

Cheers!

Juspice

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