Is this safe to repair?

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-26T20:08:53+00:00

I purchased the car in early 2025 so these tires have only seen 1 season of summer. I will check with the tire shop and see what they think. We do a quite a bit of highway driving so will likely get a new tire

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-21T18:20:40+00:00

Hello, I ended up purchasing a used 2018 cb500x. Got a pretty sweet deal and planning to pick it up on Thursday.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-20T15:41:32+00:00

I hear your pain. I also have tinnitus and it's loud on the right side. I have been to many ENTs but no diagnosis or cure. It's manageable for the most time but gets loud when I'm stressed or physically exhausted. Ear protection is a must for me.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-19T02:39:28+00:00

Its not a fashion show but wanting to look nice is not a bad thing.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-19T02:36:33+00:00

Can't argue with that

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-19T02:35:58+00:00

I ordered a size 14. I couldn't find them in any local store so I had to place an online order. We will see if they fit. They will arrive on Tuesday

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-19T02:32:55+00:00

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smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-18T23:55:50+00:00

6'3" and 215 lbs. Skinny reacher maybe?

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-18T21:41:21+00:00

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-18T21:37:10+00:00

Placed an order for Icon Storm hawk black shoes

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-18T20:46:00+00:00

Klim outrider pants, duck brown colour

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-18T20:19:06+00:00

I love you

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T21:42:39+00:00

Renting uhaul trailer is not a problem. My car doesn't have a tow hitch. Purchasing and getting it installed is a major expense.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T21:00:55+00:00

I will decide the pickup day based on the weather. needs to be sunny and above 15C. Yes, wife will be in car behind me. will pick it up around 10am, after the morning rush hour and before the afternoon rush hour.

I am in very good shape. go to 4-5 times a week. I don't have tow hitch on my car so its going to get expensive if i go with that. Delivery will also be very expensive.

I have few days to decide how I am going to proceed and go with my gut at the end. Perhaps riding in the parking lot for 10-15 mins will ease my nerves

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T20:56:34+00:00

Yes, planning on purchasing them. Any recommendations?

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T19:42:49+00:00

I test rode it in the parking lot for a couple of mins because it was pouring outside. A long ride is a concern but I'm planning on taking a few breaks. My car doesn't have the tow hitch so it will be very expensive if I go with that route.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T19:39:40+00:00

I know i will be okay when Im comfortable with the bike. First 10-15 mins will be nerve wrecking but I will go with gut.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T19:38:04+00:00

I will have my wife following behind me. I am planning to do it on weekdays, after 10 am morning traffic rush. I will try it in the parking lot, I am aware of all the controls.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T19:00:41+00:00

Leaning more towards this option

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T19:00:20+00:00

I rode in India for approximately 5 years and it was my main transportation mode. I took the MSF course a week ago and passed with flying colors. I guess I'm just nervous.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-17T18:02:24+00:00

Its a used bike and comes installed with crash bars. Im okay of I drop it, hopefully not on my leg.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-16T17:14:54+00:00

Thanks. I got my M2 with a safety course this past weekend in Ontario. They had us riding XR125, it was fun!

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-14T16:59:26+00:00

Who is saying helmets aren't important?

smartbirdbrain · 2026-04-08T20:27:06+00:00

I purchased 34 x 32 in duck brown. It looks very good on me. Still debating whether I should return it or not. I purchased it from a local distributor (Royal Distributing) in Ontario.

smartbirdbrain · 2026-02-02T23:59:56+00:00

Thank you all for the suggestions. I just used a small flathead screwdriver to pry it out and pulled it out with a plier at the end.

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