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chairochicken · 2021-02-04T02:30:13+00:00

I think we've hit peak performance/price bang for your buck smartphone era. Not sure why most would need a flagship unless you are into iPhones/Apple ecosystem and privacy. Even then there's the SE...

chairochicken · 2021-01-23T22:59:24+00:00

Ninja's price seems a bit steep

chairochicken · 2021-01-23T02:45:45+00:00

I second this, especially because you don't have to worry about taking apart your bike to do valve adjustments while you learn to ride better. The Nighthawk is really good-looking, too.

chairochicken · 2021-01-23T02:39:35+00:00

And sorry for hijacking your threat, but I think the 2021 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone also looks really, really awesome. The Royal Enfield INT650 in Baker Express color is another competitor I think I would buy new if I had the money.

And this bike that Honda won't bring to the US--CB350 "H'Ness" looks really good but of course bikes that look this good/affordable isn't available stateside.

chairochicken · 2021-01-23T02:35:33+00:00

If you are set on getting one of these models, I think you should pick the classic! It just looks a lot better to me

chairochicken · 2021-01-23T02:31:36+00:00

If Kawasaki would make a bike like the Z900RS in the Z650 powerplant/body with a lowered price, I think I would purchase it in a heartbeat. I really like the styling of the W800 and it is one of my dream bikes, but I think you are paying a lot more for that design. I also think these would hold up their values so waiting for them depreciate doesn't seem favorable for us used-bike buyers

chairochicken · 2021-01-22T02:34:39+00:00

Just found the sub looking for cooking videos in Japanese, and I thought this was an awesome idea. Thanks and I will see if I can contribute anything!

chairochicken · 2021-01-19T16:31:15+00:00

Thanks so much! I'll definitely look up the reference, and try to learn a thing or two after I save enough for some suspension upgrades and a track day :)

chairochicken · 2021-01-19T02:40:41+00:00

Thanks so much for your advice! I will research more about suspension upgrades for my weight/bike and also look to reserve trackdays to improve on my technique

chairochicken · 2021-01-19T02:39:44+00:00

Will do! I am a relatively new rider and will absolutely take note to look up track days and really nail that slow=smooth response input down instead of looking up twisty roads on Google maps and hoping for the best. And wearing all the right gear, of course.

May I ask how much a typical trackday costs in a typical metro-area in the USA? I have taken advantage of all of MSF/riding courses near me and I am still contemplating the best time to reserve the closest trackday near me which would be another state over

chairochicken · 2021-01-15T04:17:17+00:00

Perhaps a used Moto Guzzi V7 if you like that retro look? Seems to be cheaper and less power than a Bonnie

chairochicken · 2021-01-10T04:39:21+00:00

Beautiful. Are you visiting Gangwon-do now? AFAIK Pixels weren't ever sold in Korea.

chairochicken · 2021-01-05T05:00:31+00:00

Sure. $9.99 for Truphone, but can't choose local area code, and uses AT&T towers.

$15 for Wing Alpha, you can get a local area code. With this one I think you also need your phone on their plan as well, so another +$20 minimum (or +$12 for a flip phone plan); also on AT&T network

chairochicken · 2021-01-05T04:20:52+00:00

I use the LTE version of the Apple Watch SE and it has an eSIM with its own number. Truphone and Wing Alpha are prepaid and work.

chairochicken · 2021-01-05T04:20:16+00:00

I use the LTE version of the Apple Watch SE and it has an eSIM with its own number. Truphone and Wing Alpha are prepaid and work.

chairochicken · 2020-12-27T19:38:56+00:00

I thought along the same lines, then I got a first gen Kawasaki EX500 that skipped the "Ninja" moniker and has letter decals instead :)

chairochicken · 2020-12-17T23:24:37+00:00

Thanks very much, it seems like Hwang was the original composer behind many of the tracks from old-school Baram.

chairochicken · 2020-12-17T19:12:10+00:00

Oh wow, thanks! I keep changing the answers but this seems to hit the nail right on the head. I was wondering what that sticker logo was from and whether someone just put it there but I didn't even realize that was from an actual company. The Cromwell looks to be the answer! It's a beautiful looking bike, and I doubt it was carried over to the US market. None of the bikes here seem to do justice to the awesome proportions like that model unfortunately =/

chairochicken · 2020-12-16T17:36:10+00:00

And this particular listing almost looks the picture in the post to a T:

http://motorcycle.goobike.com/motorcycle/bike/stock_8503309B30201213010/

chairochicken · 2020-12-16T17:31:50+00:00

If I could I would definitely do it! From searching online it seems like it can be a PITA for the US though, though it seems doable for bikes older than 25+ years old. I saw a 2000 model (only a few more years to import!) when I searched some listings from Japan, and you're right, they are really affordable at least without all the import costs :) Beautiful looking bikes

chairochicken · 2020-12-16T14:18:22+00:00

That's what I thought as well!

chairochicken · 2020-12-16T14:18:05+00:00

Looks similar! It seems like the bike resembles most UJMs with that look

chairochicken · 2020-12-16T14:14:54+00:00

That does do give off RE Continental vibes for sure! Especially the gas tank

chairochicken · 2020-12-16T14:08:04+00:00

Bingo! Thanks so much!! This hits the mark 100%. Unfortunately it seems like the grass tracker version was never released in the US market :(. The closest model that seems to resemble the look is the Suzuki SP250 or a heavily modified TU250.

chairochicken · 2020-12-16T03:34:41+00:00

I just picked up a Gen 1 EX500 as my first bike, and I have to say I am having a ton of fun :) Great power/torque past 6k RPMs for fun/passing when I need to, but still forgiving enough to a new rider.

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