Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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American by Birth, Southern by the Grace of God.
Beautiful east Tennessee ( GOD'S Country )
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« on: September 01, 2016, 03:22:56 AM » |
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Not sure if I think this is brilliant or crazy ??? I do know why he did it the shade is a wonderful thing when the blazin' sun is beating down on you with temps near 100 and the heat index well over 100 . I'm about 50 / 50 on this and I know many times I'd like to have such a " device " however I also see the " sail " factor ? Thoughts ?  Below is another picture from this weeks Killboy Highlights . I just liked this for several reasons but mainly because its HOT .  |
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 I've seen alot of people that thought they were cool , but then again Lord I've seen alot of fools. |
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« Reply #1 on: September 01, 2016, 03:35:45 AM » |
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I would think a strong crosswind would ruin your day  The second picture is nice  |
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_Sheffjs_
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« Reply #2 on: September 01, 2016, 04:19:28 AM » |
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« Reply #3 on: September 01, 2016, 04:50:22 AM » |
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Not sure if I think this is brilliant or crazy ??? I do know why he did it the shade is a wonderful thing when the blazin' sun is beating down on you with temps near 100 and the heat index well over 100 . I'm about 50 / 50 on this and I know many times I'd like to have such a " device " however I also see the " sail " factor ? Thoughts ? Below is another picture from this weeks Killboy Highlights . I just liked this for several reasons but mainly because its HOT . I rode the dragon on Wednesday on the trike then again on Saturday on the victory with the guy I sold my interstate to. Never saw that. |
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Gavin_Sons
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« Reply #4 on: September 01, 2016, 04:55:57 AM » |
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i saw one of these several years ago going down the Interstate. They got off the same exit as me and went to the same gas station. The couple that got off of it were old. After talking to them for a few minutes he said he was 93 and she was 91. They had been riding since they were in their 20's. For the last 25 years they had traveled the country, Canada and even parts of Mexico. They had been Sturgis 15 times. Very cool people to talk to. He said he couldn't be in the sun much anymore and this was the only way he was still able to ride. Said it was very nice in rain when all the other bikes pull over he keeps going.
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The emperor has no clothes
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« Reply #5 on: September 01, 2016, 05:18:51 AM » |
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Saw 3 GW trikes with that setup a few weeks ago. They seemed to have no problem, but IMHO they are pretty ugly.
In the other pic, she needs to ditch the riding boots for high heels.
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Valkorado
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« Reply #6 on: September 01, 2016, 06:06:37 AM » |
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Make one out of a solar panel and you could charge your battery and power camping trips!  Seriously, it's pretty fugly. Unlike the chick. |
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Have you ever noticed when you're feeling really good, there's always a pigeon that'll come sh!t on your hood? - John Prine 97 Tourer "Silver Bullet" 01 Interstate "Ruby"  |
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #7 on: September 01, 2016, 06:23:31 AM » |
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Big heavy bike with lots of wind protection anyway, it's angled like a spoiler and would provide a bit of pushdown at higher speeds. It looks pretty sturdy. On the other hand, just the IS alone can get a little squirrely in high side winds when stopped. You'd need a thick skin, cause lots of folks would have an opinion about it. She needs a few sliders on the bikini.  Or an armored bikini.  |
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Pete
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« Reply #8 on: September 01, 2016, 08:14:21 AM » |
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There is a guy in Southeast TN that ides a GW with top, and has for years.
He has a sun sensitive issue and needs the protection from the sun.
I used to see him out and about all the time in Hamilton county.
Have not seen him lately.
He never rides much over 65 mph, just cruzies along.
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« Reply #9 on: September 01, 2016, 08:20:25 AM » |
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Bad as I was sweating the day I went down wonder would that contraption have helped at all? NO-NOT purchasing one or building one.  RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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mike72903
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« Reply #10 on: September 01, 2016, 10:11:35 AM » |
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Can't tell from the picture if the material is solid or not. It may be shade cloth which is full of holes but still blocks most of the sun. Might make a difference on any sail effect.
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Woton
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1997 Tourer Pearl Green/Pearl Ivory "BRNHLDE"
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« Reply #11 on: September 01, 2016, 10:23:56 AM » |
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Well.......the whole "sail" thing aside... Joe was completely correct in attaching the second photo. |
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Rams
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So many colors to choose from yet so few stand out
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« Reply #12 on: September 01, 2016, 10:32:50 AM » |
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In the other pic, she needs to ditch the riding boots for high heels.
No real opinion on the shade/roofs, don't think I want one but to each their own. In reference to the second pic, similar thoughts but, they did not have anything to do with her footwear. Again, to each their own...................  |
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Learning the majority of life's lessons the hard way.
Every trip is an adventure, enjoy it while it lasts.
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« Reply #13 on: September 01, 2016, 11:10:20 AM » |
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Hey... going down the road.. HE doesn't have to look at it.... More power to him..... Now her on the other hand........  B |
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Rams
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So many colors to choose from yet so few stand out
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« Reply #14 on: September 01, 2016, 11:20:08 AM » |
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Hey... going down the road.. HE doesn't have to look at it.... More power to him..... Now her on the other hand........ B I have similar thoughts. My only real concern is, looks to me like you'd have to be a contortionist to get on and off. I'm sure I'm worse casing it but, I don't bend as well as I used to. |
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VRCC# 29981
Learning the majority of life's lessons the hard way.
Every trip is an adventure, enjoy it while it lasts.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #15 on: September 01, 2016, 12:07:41 PM » |
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« Last Edit: September 01, 2016, 12:20:27 PM by Jess from VA »
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Mr Whiskey
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« Reply #16 on: September 01, 2016, 02:35:39 PM » |
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Peace, Whiskey.
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Gavin_Sons
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« Reply #17 on: September 01, 2016, 03:43:08 PM » |
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that's what I'm saying
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bill-jr
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« Reply #18 on: September 01, 2016, 03:52:21 PM » |
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Its photo shop whiskey.....
his tire isnt realy that clean....
Thatswhat your
Lookn at right ???
You gonna make an appearance at least tomorrow?
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Ever danced with the devil In the pale moon light ?
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« Reply #19 on: September 01, 2016, 05:19:50 PM » |
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art
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« Reply #20 on: September 01, 2016, 05:37:12 PM » |
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that's what I'm saying Humma humma humma  |
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