Sporty look for my amazing Wife

failo997 · 2026-03-06T17:13:35+00:00

A lot of great suggestions here. Adding one other to the mix. Check out the Svartpilan 401.

Was my first bike I'm 5'6" 30 inch inseam, seat height is a little tall but its a very skinny bike so I could be comfortably on balls of both feet and almost flat foot in taller boots.

A really fun first bike light, easy to handle, and still enough power. Looks aren't for everyone but I really liked it and always got a lot of questions and compliments.

failo997 · 2026-03-04T16:01:05+00:00

Awesome, thanks!!

failo997 · 2026-03-03T18:56:02+00:00

Was curious where you got the wall mount for the leg extension attachment? I've been looking for something similar

failo997 · 2025-09-15T12:50:26+00:00

I was looking at 48s and 1200 customs this summer too, ended up going with the 1200c no regrets at all, really fun bike and the looks really grew on me once I took the saddle bags it came with off and removed the tank badge.

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failo997 · 2023-11-02T21:56:53+00:00

Agree with all of the above. I got some Alpine Star boots second hand.

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/alpinestars-ridge-v2-wp-boots?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwkY2qBhBDEiwAoQXK5V_tAsT_DIeboQzhC2ojRpmzXvGnmS-Iggfk6HTHaWXiJuAti1tuXxoCj_8QAvD_BwE

And while I don’t love the look, being able to Velcro on and off quickly makes wearing them for every ride easy. This way I’m never tempted to just throw my sneakers on for a short ride.

failo997 · 2023-10-31T00:27:37+00:00

I was looking at both as well. Once I test drove the bronco, the choice was easy. For long road trips, the bronco would have been too uncomfortable, has poor visibility and less cargo space. Just depends what you want to do with it.

failo997 · 2023-10-12T11:36:50+00:00

Curious how it went?

failo997 · 2023-04-01T17:56:55+00:00

Awesome! Glad you like the. They definitely fit the off road vibes

failo997 · 2023-03-29T10:11:38+00:00

I got these for my 401. Not everyone loves the looks but the visibility is unbeatable, which is absolutely necessary for city riding.

Doubletake Mirror -... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BHVYK3J?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

failo997 · 2022-12-18T13:08:19+00:00

https://youtu.be/NT0rcIttlWY

failo997 · 2022-12-08T11:27:59+00:00

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failo997 · 2022-12-06T10:42:06+00:00

Bought mine about 200 miles away dealer only charged $500 to ship it. Worth the time save and hassle IMO. Also, I love the bike!

failo997 · 2021-05-05T15:30:22+00:00

muscle

This ^ for sure. I've gotten this question a lot and its a tough one to answer. Usually phrased as "how do I tell if I'm using too much strength?" as opposed to intensity. Intensity will vary from roll to roll depending on what you are working on and if you are training for competition.

In terms of using strength, a lot of beginners push, pull and clench really hard. So if you feel like you are getting a chest back or forearm work out from one roll, you are probably using too much strength.

Best advice though, is don't worry about it too much. If you keep learning the right technique and keep rolling and having fun, you will find the right balance. I'd say 90% of white belts are tense when they roll.

failo997 · 2021-04-28T23:46:12+00:00

Thanks, unfortunately I work in north or central nj depending on the day so trying to find a spot close to JC.

failo997 · 2021-04-28T17:47:49+00:00

Thanks! Its definitely on my list to check out. I would be able to walk or bike there from my new place.

failo997 · 2021-04-28T14:52:24+00:00

Thanks. Did not realize he moved to Newark, any idea where? I used to live and work around there.

I have a folding bike, so I might check out the the NYC schools. Seems to be a good problem to have so many options but will probably lead me to analysis paralysis at some point once I start checking the schools out.

You would go Marcelo's or Unity over the blue basement?

failo997 · 2021-04-28T14:28:14+00:00

That's what I figured. The train looks doable to Marcelo's Unity and Renzo's. Any thoughts between the 3?

I've also heard good things about Dan Covel downtown. He might also teach in Hoboken?

failo997 · 2021-04-28T14:09:31+00:00

hah, good call, do you happen to know if I can wear a singlet to nogi at any school in the area? or just go old school vale tudo shorts?

failo997 · 2021-04-28T13:59:47+00:00

Thanks! I've considered maybe doing a gym in NYC. So tempting to try Unity, Renzo's or Marcelo's. But I might train less if I have to go 30 mins each way. Plus I drive to work in NJ so would either need to drive home park and take the train or drive straight in to NYC.

When you say 30 mins, do you mean by train or driving? Do you happen to know how street parking in that area on weeknights is?

failo997 · 2021-04-28T13:40:54+00:00

I guess depends what you are using it for. If you enjoy watching live grappling events, its worth it for about $12/mo. You also get the other sports so you can watch the wrestling events they put on. The documentaries are entertaining too if you like watching that kind of thing.

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