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« on: September 30, 2020, 04:35:02 PM » |
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I am debating on which one of the Gals to ride this weekend.  |
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Gideon
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« Reply #1 on: September 30, 2020, 04:46:29 PM » |
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Take the newer one. Bring up the rear.  |
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But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk, and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
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Bret SD
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« Reply #2 on: September 30, 2020, 04:51:47 PM » |
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Bret
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“No man has the right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. It is a shame for a man to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable.” Socrates
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« Reply #3 on: September 30, 2020, 05:13:34 PM » |
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They look like twins. Do you have a favorite ?
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« Reply #4 on: September 30, 2020, 05:15:21 PM » |
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I rode my Standard for the first time in a few years yesterday, it felt.... odd to me... I got used to it again after half an hour or so but was still just not the "Orchestra of man and machine, working together as one" I was used to...
I don't have that feeling when riding non-Valks for some odd reason...
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« Reply #5 on: September 30, 2020, 05:23:13 PM » |
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They look like twins. Do you have a favorite ?
The guy I bought the 01 from had it set up just like my 99 even has the Triple Tips I have been looking for. Favorite would have to be the Fast Black. |
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« Reply #6 on: September 30, 2020, 05:26:04 PM » |
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Take the newer one. Bring up the rear.  Already have the Ultimate king on it. The newer one it will be. |
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« Reply #7 on: September 30, 2020, 05:34:01 PM » |
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Anticipation makes the next ride better.. |
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« Reply #8 on: September 30, 2020, 05:46:20 PM » |
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I rode my Standard for the first time in a few years yesterday, it felt.... odd to me... I got used to it again after half an hour or so but was still just not the "Orchestra of man and machine, working together as one" I was used to...
I don't have that feeling when riding non-Valks for some odd reason...
I am guessing you are talking about the Interstate. I have a friend in South Carolina with one and the next time we ride we are going to swap for a while. Never rode one. Last time I swapped rides with a friend I was on my first Valk a new 01 Standard. He was on his new 2002 CBR 954RR. After a few miles I found out it was a 6 speed. Something about that riding position makes me not realize how fast I am going. I finally looked down at the speedometer and quickly pulled over and got my Valk back after he finally caught up before I killed myself. |
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« Reply #9 on: September 30, 2020, 05:46:43 PM » |
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Anticipation makes the next ride better.. True, I could ride the GW but mirrors are moving too much and I haven't fixed them yet.. gotta have mirrors. Aside from that, I don't like riding it much any more, compared to the Valk it's just not the same experience.. I'm now officially spoiled |
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« Reply #10 on: September 30, 2020, 05:48:32 PM » |
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Anticipation makes the next ride better.. True, I could ride the GW but mirrors are moving too much and I haven't fixed them yet.. gotta have mirrors. Aside from that, I don't like riding it much any more, compared to the Valk it's just not the same experience.. I'm now officially spoiled |
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« Reply #11 on: September 30, 2020, 07:32:25 PM » |
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I rode my Standard for the first time in a few years yesterday, it felt.... odd to me... I got used to it again after half an hour or so but was still just not the "Orchestra of man and machine, working together as one" I was used to...
I don't have that feeling when riding non-Valks for some odd reason...
I am guessing you are talking about the Interstate. I have a friend in South Carolina with one and the next time we ride we are going to swap for a while. Never rode one. Last time I swapped rides with a friend I was on my first Valk a new 01 Standard. He was on his new 2002 CBR 954RR. After a few miles I found out it was a 6 speed. Something about that riding position makes me not realize how fast I am going. I finally looked down at the speedometer and quickly pulled over and got my Valk back after he finally caught up before I killed myself. I've never ridden one, but I'd imagine I'd have to be on my toes. |
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« Reply #12 on: October 01, 2020, 12:17:32 PM » |
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I like swapping bikes and riding different things. I'm gonna ride he Dyna today, just put new Apes on it. I need to clean out the Slave Cylinder on the 98 so I can ride her. I have 6 bikes now and that 98 is still my favorite.
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« Reply #13 on: October 01, 2020, 02:01:01 PM » |
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I've never owned more than one road bike before, until recently acquiring my '78 Wing. It's been 19+ years since I've ridden anything other than my Interstate, so the new/old naked Wing is a completely different riding experience. It's a lot of fun, and I find myself hopping on it when going into town to run a quick errand or go on a nice solo ride through the farmlands and countryside locally. Heading out with the Mrs or to go on a longer day ride, it's still the Valk. Like I said the Wing is fun to bomb around on and brings me back to my very early days of riding, but I doubt I'll ever find something else that will replace the overall experience and close bond that I've developed with my beloved Interstate.   |
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« Reply #14 on: October 01, 2020, 03:02:01 PM » |
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I ride the black one
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« Reply #15 on: October 01, 2020, 03:16:43 PM » |
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I'd ride the one with the backrest.
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