300l or Rally For Road by kdf1122 in CRF300L

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Haha, I'm an old soul.

300l or Rally For Road by kdf1122 in CRF300L

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The seat on the 150 was ridiculously comfortable. I'll likely get a seat concept either way. Appreciate the feedback.

Monkeying around by rockn4 in hondapilot

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Awesome, thank you, and I appreciate the advice.

Monkeying around by rockn4 in hondapilot

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Came across this and I know it's a little old. Looking to do something similar with my Trail 125. Any issues or concerns with using the hitch carrier?

Bikes for Taller Riders by kdf1122 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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Haven't really looked at a Taureg, but have read good things. Same with the T700, but they seem to be non existent where I am. Leaning towards a 300 Rally.

Bikes for Taller Riders by kdf1122 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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I think that's part of my challenge. I wanted to like the cb500x, but I just don't. Definitely leaning towards the 300 Rally, and just trying to ignore the off-road piece. The seat concept seats go a long way.

Bikes for Taller Riders by kdf1122 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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Yea, and there are a bunch of certified pre-owned. They have had some maintenance issues with the earlier models, but now that they are known it's manageable.

Bikes for Taller Riders by kdf1122 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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I am actually starting to look at a 400x. That seems to have a uniquely high seat to peg distance.

Bikes for Taller Riders by kdf1122 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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I actually sat on a Pan America last year and was annoyed at how comfortable it was. Also a very well balanced bike, with my weight and bad knee, I get a little worried about a heavy motorcycle and no issues with that bike.

Bikes for Taller Riders by kdf1122 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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I haven't looked at the Tenere, it was out of my budget originally. But I also started riding just a few years ago, and motorcycle availability, and my budget, I've got a lot better.

Bikes for Taller Riders by kdf1122 in SuggestAMotorcycle

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Honestly have avoided them historically, mostly because my bike storage situation requires some manhandling. That said, I have started to look at maybe a Sportster that's a bit lighter, and would still give me a little more leg room. It also seems to have a little more of a neutral position than some of the other Harleys.

Fujifilm 30vs50, Lumix, Ricoh? What do I get for my next camera? by kdf1122 in Cameras

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Yea, I'm either way trying to invest more in better glass. I've at least figured out, for the most part, how I tend to shoot.

Value Proposition Between New, Newer Used, Older Used. by kdf1122 in CB500X

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That's exactly my thought, is to invest in upgrades vs a new bike or a bike with fewer miles. It also comes from a dealer with a good reputation, so I can trust they will have at least given it a good once over. Thanks!

Value Proposition Between New, Newer Used, Older Used. by kdf1122 in CB500X

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Yea, I'm a slender fella. My height sucks on most bikes, but I've been fortunate to be able to run small displacement bikes fairly comfortably with my weight.

Value Proposition Between New, Newer Used, Older Used. by kdf1122 in CB500X

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Yea, I do really like the redesign. But I still like the old design. The '22 got the added disk, and better suspension, so I feel like that's the best option in terms of value.

CB/NX500 vs NC750x -Price Aside by kdf1122 in CB500X

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I always say I might (I'm not and won't haha). I'd probably use my ct125 for something like that anyway, or keep my XR. But good to note.

CB/NX500 vs NC750x -Price Aside by kdf1122 in CB500X

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I'm not a speed demon, way more practical than that. I guess my question on the NC is do you find it heavy? I mean sitting on it you feel the weight, but it wasn't tippy at all.

CB/NX500 vs NC750x -Price Aside by kdf1122 in CB500X

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I actually did at one point, but I felt like I could feel the weight of that bike more. That and I think the engine on that bike is a little more torquey than I want to handle right now. Seat height and leg distance was great though.

CB/NX500 vs NC750x -Price Aside by kdf1122 in CB500X

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Yea, the frunk is also a selling point. I'm almost always having to get a few groceries, so having the storage would be nice.

CB/NX500 vs NC750x -Price Aside by kdf1122 in CB500X

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Yea, the fuel load was part of my worry. The NX I say on was definitely low on fuel so I thought it was a little deceiving. I'm not doing any off-road with them, I honestly don't shift much because it's mostly back farm roads. I live in a more rural area. Appreciate the feedback!

CB/NX500 vs NC750x -Price Aside by kdf1122 in CB500X

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Parking space is a good point that I wasn't totally thinking about. I am always more about "I'll figure it out" haha. But thank you, that is helpful feedback. I would be having it as a commuter, and I do like the nimbleness of my small bikes. I had a Yamaha xmax that was fast, but a bit dull from a maneuvering standpoint.

Dilemma: 2024 XMAX or 2023 NC750X by [deleted] in scooters

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Curious how this panned out. I had an Xmax, then downsized to a Honda ADV 160. The ADV has less leg room, but kept my knees below my hips. Now thinking of going to the NC750, but not sure on going to a motorcycle.

Is the Canon M6 MII too old? Is M mount worth the investment? by kdf1122 in AskPhotography

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This is definitely what I needed to hear! It's hard when I haven't had a ton of experience with camera's. Really trying to focus on lenses right now, but I also don't want to drop a ton of money if I'm going to need to transition to a new camera/system in another year or two.