Ice
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Whatever it is, it's better in the wind.
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As some of you know, a couple of years ago my Lovely Wife started riding her own Scoot, and she started off with a Suzuki S40 (650 single cylinder) and she has done real well. But the longer distance riding was not something she enjoyed due to the vibrations that the little thumper caused at speed.  So on Saturday we went out and she bought herself a new Yamaha V-Star 650, she is in love, and right off the bat she wanted to go ride, unlike with the Suzuki she was no fan of any distance. Now once the windshield and bags get in I think there will be no stopping her.  I am really proud of her and the courage it has taken to get this far, as some know she has the handicap with height  and finding the right Motorcycle she liked has been a challenge, but one she has now overcome and she cannot wait to get in the wind.  Yeah I know its not a Valk, but I thought I would share the good but expensive news with our friends. And oh by the way she looks real hot on that bike too.  |
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« Reply #2 on: March 05, 2012, 06:45:30 AM » |
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handicap with height What is "THAT" ??? I have short legs, 29", is that a "handicap" ?  BTW, I hope she spends a LOT of dollars on her new Bike. |
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« Reply #3 on: March 05, 2012, 06:49:32 AM » |
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Good for her, and you ...Enjoy the wind together.
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« Reply #4 on: March 05, 2012, 06:51:18 AM » |
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P I C T U R E S needed....... |
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Ice
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Whatever it is, it's better in the wind.
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« Reply #5 on: March 05, 2012, 06:51:41 AM » |
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handicap with height What is "THAT" ??? I have short legs, 29", is that a "handicap" ? BTW, I hope she spends a LOT of dollars on her new Bike. Height and weight handicap, she is 5'2" (with heels) and weighs about 100 Lbs wet. She already has started spending  Cant stop her anymore. |
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« Reply #6 on: March 05, 2012, 06:52:53 AM » |
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Pic's pic's, where are the pic's?  |
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« Reply #7 on: March 05, 2012, 06:59:15 AM » |
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Good for both of you! |
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« Reply #9 on: March 05, 2012, 08:52:38 AM » |
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well, you can't say "she looks hot" and NOT expect us to want pics do ya? oh yea, throw in a pic of the bike too. good on her, wish my wife would at least try it. |
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« Reply #10 on: March 05, 2012, 06:47:44 PM » |
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Hey Ice, my wife has a v star 650 and she loves it. They seem to have the 'ergonomics' for a shorter person, as well as being light enough to handle. Though light, the bike is heavy enough for stability in the wind, and enough power to keep up. That all adds up to a happy rider, = someone who wants to ride. She has put many happy miles on the v star, and we look forward to many more! Here is a pic of hers, and my Valk.  (notice the cat on top of the trailer- doesn't like being left behind) |
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« Reply #11 on: March 05, 2012, 07:44:30 PM » |
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As some of you know, a couple of years ago my Lovely Wife started riding her own Scoot, and she started off with a Suzuki S40 (650 single cylinder) and she has done real well. But the longer distance riding was not something she enjoyed due to the vibrations that the little thumper caused at speed. So on Saturday we went out and she bought herself a new Yamaha V-Star 650, she is in love, and right off the bat she wanted to go ride, unlike with the Suzuki she was no fan of any distance. Now once the windshield and bags get in I think there will be no stopping her. I am really proud of her and the courage it has taken to get this far, as some know she has the handicap with height and finding the right Motorcycle she liked has been a challenge, but one she has now overcome and she cannot wait to get in the wind. Yeah I know its not a Valk, but I thought I would share the good but expensive news with our friends. And oh by the way she looks real hot on that bike too. Sounds great Ice, congratulations to your wife! We are waiting for the pictures.   |
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« Reply #12 on: March 05, 2012, 07:46:23 PM » |
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Correct. |
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« Reply #13 on: March 05, 2012, 08:11:01 PM » |
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Until then, here's Yuri and Petra in the blue and black jackets on the BRP (from last years Meet in the Middle Ride, courtesy of Mike (3Fan)(previously posted).  And again.  |
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« Reply #14 on: March 06, 2012, 02:46:56 AM » |
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Congratulations ICE, That has always been a dream of mine. Apparently my wife has other dreams ???
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« Reply #15 on: March 06, 2012, 03:25:14 AM » |
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Congrats on the new bike!!!!!!!! Flamingobabe would say that 5'2" is tall...LOL I don't consider anyone SHORT...... unless they have to cut holes in their underwear for their arms..... |
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« Reply #16 on: March 06, 2012, 03:35:59 AM » |
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Congratulations to Petra and Yuri!
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« Reply #19 on: March 07, 2012, 07:13:50 AM » |
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GOOD for Petra ! Personally I think that the 650 V Star is one of the best choices for a "ladies" bike out there. Now, we have to get together and share some wind. |
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Ice
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Whatever it is, it's better in the wind.
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« Reply #20 on: March 07, 2012, 10:16:31 AM » |
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Mark, no worries we will, I just received the first of the many add ons she wanted  so tonight the windshield gets bolted on. Once the weather starts cooperation on the weekends we will get a plan going. |
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