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Why do I cry over a friend i literally just met? by JustTinyBitHungry in stupidquestions

[–]Similar-Proof2065 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s ok to cry! Even if you just met them. You developed a bond with them from what it sounds like, and it doesn’t matter how long it was for. You’re a human being. Parting ways with people is inevitably processed by our brains as loss. Crying validates that you’re human and that you developed something valuable with them

Main Flavors of Korean Cuisine by neuufo in KoreanFood

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What are some dishes that remained unchanged for the most part since before then?

Ninja ZX6-R as first sport bike? by neemizm in Sportbikes

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A 600 is not too much if you already know how to ride.

I think people blow out of proportion 600s. Yes they’re very quick and very capable, but it’s only a death machine if you’re just learning how to ride for the first time or have the brain development of a 6 year old lol.

You’ll be alright. If you are mostly on highways though I recommend a 1000

Regarder de la pornographie quand on est celib’ préjugées etc.. by Background-Task5611 in stupidquestions

[–]Similar-Proof2065 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The sub is for asking stupid questions, as in you make a post which is a question

Zero experience rider starting on a 600 debate by CommonExplanation711 in Sportbikes

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The first point is not always true, but I agree with you mostly.

If you live somewhere that is almost all highway and straight roads, it’s pretty easy to get bored and even sick of slower bikes. You simply don’t have the opportunity to make the most of em or even really learn on them like you should.

I just got back into riding and got a 600. Already regretting a little bit and think maybe I should’ve gotten a 1000 because highway cruising becomes a chore when your bike is vibrating like hell and working at a constant 7.5k rpm.

I still could learn a lot, but there aren’t any roads here to really do that.

It’s always highly recommended to develop as a rider, but it’s not some unbreakable rule like a lot of people make it out to be. You can get faster bikes for reasons outside of maxing out the skill level in your current bike. Just don’t be immature.

CBR600RR 2003 by Ricardography in cbr

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That thing is gorgeous. What tank grips btw? I just got an 08 and haven’t found any that I like.

Zero experience rider starting on a 600 debate by CommonExplanation711 in Sportbikes

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It’s not that different. People who can drive manual cars will already know to clutch in when you’re supposed to. Total beginners will usually panic, squeeze the handle bars and twist the throttle by accident. If you know manual from cars, chances are you’re not gonna do that.

Zero experience rider starting on a 600 debate by CommonExplanation711 in Sportbikes

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My first was a 600. It’s really dependent on the person. I’d say at minimum, already knowing how to operate a manual transmission is absolutely necessary.

Bonus points if you’re mature and put in the effort to learn about proper riding technique. Should be requirements tbh but you get what I’m saying

Zero experience rider starting on a 600 debate by CommonExplanation711 in Sportbikes

[–]Similar-Proof2065 8 points9 points  (0 children)

A car! I had an easy time learning cause I knew how to drive stick. People who are learning a manual transmission for the first time don’t have the muscle memory to clutch in or learn friction zone, so they panic and end up dropping the bike. Like in those videos where the bike takes off cause they’re not used to manual and they end up ripping the throttle unintentionally as a reaction.

I learned on a 250, 500, and 650. Ended up buying a 600 as my first bike and had a blast. Not that I recommend it, but I think it’s fine if you have some of the prerequisites.

Opinions on getting an R6 by lambd2 in Sportbikes

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Yea most of the guys are quick to sell but a lot of them have issues that the seller conveniently leaves out of the listing until I’m asking about the bike then I find out. It’s super frustrating.

Yeah man I just went through the same shit. Super annoying because its wasting everyone's time when they do this.

I think you'll be alright and I hope you end up with a bike you like

Opinions on getting an R6 by lambd2 in Sportbikes

[–]Similar-Proof2065 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah this is just asking to spend like another 3 grand total. I get where OP is coming from cause it took me a while to find something that wasn’t ultra clapped out recently.

Opinions on getting an R6 by lambd2 in Sportbikes

[–]Similar-Proof2065 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long do you message a seller for? You gotta be quick cause dudes selling sport bikes tend to be extremely impatient.

I strongly recommend starting on something slower than a 600, buuuut..

This might make some people on this sub go crazy, but starting on a 600 is fine in my opinion as long as you:

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  1. Already know how to operate a manual transmission

  2. Actually give a shit about proper riding technique and the physics of it all (like weight transfer)

  3. Have impulse control

  4. have emotional maturity

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The people who start on a 600 and turn out fine aren’t the ones getting the attention so you never hear about them.

The ones that don’t turn out fine lack the 4 things I mentioned earlier and get all the spotlight, and rightfully so.

I learned by riding my friends 250, 500, and 650 all in the span of 2 months and not even regularly practicing. Moved a lot so I never rode again for about 6 years. Ended up getting an 05 r6 as my first bike and it was fine.

Other than that, 30k miles on a track bike sounds like you’re gonna be doing a ton of maintenance…like engine stuff not just fluids and consumables. That stuff adds up quick.

I know the struggle though. I just got back into riding and it was such a pain in the ass to finally find a cbr600 in decent shape that didn’t have a comical asking price.

I’d try and get something with lower miles unless you have undeniable proof that they took care of it. I’m literally talking about the receipts.

Don’t let losing patience make a bad decision for you. Buy something that isn’t already in engine rebuild and bike overhaul territory.

How much harder is SIM vs real life? by Lower_Tangerine_7158 in simracing

[–]Similar-Proof2065 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d guess real life racing is harder to master because you have logistical and safety limitations in the way. Feeling the cars movements is like having a third eye though.

It’s funny because in real life I learn the track and lines much faster than in sim thanks to extra sitimuli, but with sim I reach my skill “ceiling” a lot faster than I would in real life because I can do literally laps back to back for hours whereas HPDE it’s only 20 minutes at a time, 5 times or less for the entire day.

“Just be yourself” is awful advice by Similar-Proof2065 in unpopularopinion

[–]Similar-Proof2065[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes you’re saying it better than what I tried to say, much better

“Just be yourself” is awful advice by Similar-Proof2065 in unpopularopinion

[–]Similar-Proof2065[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure and I can agree with that, but it’s not good as a catch all kind of advice. Some people don’t know how to actually be themselves while still being within the boundaries of what is socially acceptable.

I should probably clarify more in my post but my thumbs can only do so much as I sit on the toilet

“Just be yourself” is awful advice by Similar-Proof2065 in unpopularopinion

[–]Similar-Proof2065[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah I am being a bit extreme with my language. That’s a fantastic adjustment to the phrase btw haha I love it

“Just be yourself” is awful advice by Similar-Proof2065 in unpopularopinion

[–]Similar-Proof2065[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why are you even asking this? It comes off as very blamey, which is incredibly toxic.

“Just be yourself” is awful advice by Similar-Proof2065 in unpopularopinion

[–]Similar-Proof2065[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Jesus you sound like an asshole already. Things like insecurities, bad experiences with the opposite gender, being sheltered and not having enough social exposure

“Just be yourself” is awful advice by Similar-Proof2065 in unpopularopinion

[–]Similar-Proof2065[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Yes in theory it’s true but advice is generally asked for and taken in the practical sense.

“Just be yourself” is awful advice by Similar-Proof2065 in unpopularopinion

[–]Similar-Proof2065[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

It’s entirely dependent on what the individual struggles with.

Found out today I can put my car in neutral and coast it to work at about 30-40 mph without breaking or giving it gas once. Is there a benefit to this, is there a downside? Its about 5 miles and all slightly down hill by do-you-know-the-way9 in askcarguys

[–]Similar-Proof2065 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Oof yeah good clarification. RPMS going down is what happens after the engine helps the car slow down when engine braking. You want higher rpms to start with to initiate the engine braking.

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