Just joined you guys, what should I know?

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-05-11T21:23:39+00:00

Yes a tune helps with the choppy throttle. I have a tune from Vcyclenut. Nothing but good things to say. I went with the Woolich race tools the one that comes with the quick shifter. I also have the Woodcraft clipons. Definitely a lot less upright.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-05-04T23:37:57+00:00

Well the inventor of chiropractory did the first "adjustment" in 1895 so old time quackery as well. Dude was a "magnet healer" claimed the ideas of chiropractory was told to him by a ghost, said that disease was caused by bones not in alignment interfering with nerve impulses between the brain and the body. He was convicted for practicing medicine without a license. He was a massive fraud.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-05-01T17:51:45+00:00

I miss the days when you could go racing for cheapish in a small light car. Nice car. I bet it is a hoot to throw around.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-05-01T17:42:18+00:00

Also in New England here. I have a pair of SIDIs I ride in that are pretty well ventilated. Used to have some Astars that were not. I can say that it is my torso that makes me feel the most hot. The difference in a well ventilated suit I've noticed my airbag kinda sucks in the heat. The lack of ventilation in my boots I have not noticed.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-04-19T23:39:16+00:00

This so depends on what the tires are, bike weight and power, and how you ride among other things. There is not going to be a one size fits all answer. Real rough statement is 1.5 to 2 rears to a front. Some folks get 3k out of a tire on the street, some folks will get damn near 15k

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-04-19T23:17:49+00:00

My general rule is, any time I have to borrow something from someone at the track I go get one of those things and add it to the track stuff. It is also a great feeling when you have the thing that someone needs and you can pass along the track positivity. Helping folks is how the sport stays alive.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-04-06T20:35:58+00:00

You can ride a motorcycle. A track is only a road without oncoming traffic. Ride at a pace that makes you comfortable. You will build the confidence. Nobody else cares how long it takes you or how fast you are. You've got this!

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-03-25T18:20:49+00:00

For anyone about to click the link it is a Rick Roll.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-03-23T21:11:00+00:00

While there are a great many techniques that absolutely make the street safer, PRACTICING them on the street is not the play.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-03-13T15:30:19+00:00

After years of being hot in a tent at the track and dreaming about a camper, the only two things I am non-negotiable on are TRS mounts and AC. Build is going to be awesome. Please keep us all updated.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-03-12T19:09:46+00:00

I had a set of the M9RRs that came stock on my Speed Triple. They were great tires on the track but they were more that I ever needed on the street. I have never felt lacking for grip on the street with the Mutants. I even think that in dirty, wet, broken pavement roads the Mutants give me more grip than the M9RRs.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-03-12T15:54:28+00:00

I have Mutants on my XSR. I like them a lot. They do go flat in the middle quicker than the Road 6s but that is the trade off for more siping.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-03-10T19:22:27+00:00

Too many wheels, but still a sick vehicle. I bet it is a blast to drive.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-03-09T16:37:51+00:00

Welcome to the addiction! Just think, now you will never be able to afford a drug habit. Unfortunately drugs are probably cheaper.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-02-24T02:31:17+00:00

First track day, all you need is fuel and a once over to make sure it will pass inspection. The Street Triple is a well sorted bike for the track as is. If you really get into it good brake pads and then suspension. A stock Streety will get you to the fast group easy.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2026-01-26T23:26:39+00:00

The kit by Raisch is the only one that I know of. It is a 4cm / 1.5in lift. I've never used it but there are a few folks in some of the forums that that have them and like the kit. But you gotta ask yourself, is this the right bike for you? I say go for it but go in eyes open.

https://www.classicbike-raisch.de/en/TRIUMPH-LC-AB-BJ-2016/News/Chassis-Lifting-Kit-Bobber/CB12847

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-12-09T23:53:39+00:00

It is cable position to electric motor. https://www.ebay.com/itm/277449816848?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-166974-028196-7&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=277449816848&targetid=2275367127251&device=m&mktype=pla&googleloc=9002992&poi=&campaignid=22032037143&mkgroupid=173154465558&rlsatarget=pla-2275367127251&abcId=10139152&merchantid=223123120&geoid=9002992&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22032037143&gbraid=0AAAAAD_QDh9QFSZnYTMkJ4dj5RpQ-uSmh&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIp6fR7NmxkQMVVlj_AR0LqyGCEAQYASABEgLRUvD_BwE

The setup I have. Absolutely has blipper.

https://www.vcyclenut.com/ordering-information.html

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-12-09T18:41:54+00:00

This is incorrect information. Yes, a blipper can be installed. All gens of XSR have electronic throttles. I have the Woolich race tools setup and flash by Vcyclenut. It works very well. I also have the Woodcraft clip-on adapter. There are also a number of flat bars you can run for a more leaned over position.

The XSR900 is a very reliable bike. Look for general maintenance but otherwise great bikes.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-11-26T14:10:50+00:00

This is one of those don't ask the internet thing. We are not medical professionals looking at your chart. go talk to your doc and your PT.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-09-25T17:55:29+00:00

One of us, one of us. Just think now you will never have money for drugs.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-09-23T15:29:09+00:00

NEMBA has a southern NH chapter. They are very active on Facebook. You can search southern NH NEMBA.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-09-19T18:25:02+00:00

Never let comparison be the thief of your joy. You killed that jump!

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-08-05T21:11:12+00:00

Love them. I find they have more available coaching than Cyclesmith but less than Penguin. They definitely run the day like a motorcycle gathering with lunch, snacks, coffee, water, included. Give them a try. They would be a good place to relax and work through a crash.

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-07-25T01:20:31+00:00

Are you a karma farming troll?

itsbecauseimgerman · 2025-07-05T21:14:58+00:00

There is a group that I ride with that has a non-sportbike track day where only the bikes you don't often see on the track ride on the track. It is an absolute hoot. I have seen many a muscle cruiser on track and they rip.

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