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Kerrmudgeon 02-03-2013 2:17pm
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Originally Posted by Chuck A (Post 875848)
been watching some isle of man videos, come on summer the zx14 is ready, post pics of your bikes, i bet you guys are sick of winter also
Hey Charles, is your hand going to be able to function well enough for riding?:(

Chuck A 02-03-2013 2:19pm
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Originally Posted by 78SA (Post 875857)
Too many idiots out there that don't watch out for bikers. :sadangel:
:iagree:a lot of dumbasses , but kerry its also the guys on the bikes who act like idiots also :yesnod:

78SA 02-03-2013 2:20pm
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Originally Posted by Chuck A (Post 875865)
:iagree:a lot of dumbasses , but kerry its also the guys on the bikes who act like idiots also :yesnod:
True but I don't get one because of the idiots in cars and trucks. :lol:

Chuck A 02-03-2013 2:21pm
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Originally Posted by Kerrmudgeon (Post 875858)
Hey Charles, is your hand going to be able to function well enough for riding?:(
not really sure, i sat on the bike and tested it , i can move the throttle and also handle the brake, but this will need to be tested when i actually have the bike on the road, i tested the bike while it wasnt moving , i am really hoping so, i really hate to get rid of the bikes, but soon i can actually give you the answer

Chuck A 02-03-2013 2:22pm
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Originally Posted by 78SA (Post 875868)
True but I don't get one because of the idiots in cars and trucks. :lol:
it sucks i agree

Kerrmudgeon 02-03-2013 2:26pm
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Originally Posted by Chuck A (Post 875873)
not really sure, i sat on the bike and tested it , i can move the throttle and also handle the brake, but this will need to be tested when i actually have the bike on the road, i tested the bike while it wasnt moving , i am really hoping so, i really hate to get rid of the bikes, but soon i can actually give you the answer
You would want it to be close to 100% for reaction time and flexibility for sure...:yesnod:

Chuck A 02-03-2013 2:32pm
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Originally Posted by Kerrmudgeon (Post 875881)
You would want it to be close to 100% for reaction time and flexibility for sure...:yesnod:
well i am about 60 % right now, but only time will tell, i am working on getting the fingers stronger but their is only so much they can do, and thanks for asking :seasix:

island14 02-03-2013 2:52pm
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Originally Posted by Torqaholic (Post 728584)
On a motorcycle you should be checking for loose nuts and bolts on a regular basis as a standard procedure. I once found a spark plug held in by about 2 threads :rofl:


Sometimes the loose nuts are the ones holding the handlebar

Chuck A 02-03-2013 2:54pm
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Originally Posted by island14 (Post 875894)
Sometimes the loose nuts are the ones holding the handlebar
EXACTLY :rofl::lol:

Mirroredshades 02-03-2013 3:05pm
Sounds like you will at least be able to ride although probably have to take it easy.

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Chuck A 02-03-2013 3:07pm
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Originally Posted by Mirroredshades (Post 875902)
Sounds like you will at least be able to ride although probably have to take it easy.

http://www.twowheelforum.com/images/...s/cruisin2.gif
Yes definetely will be able , but the speed will need to be low, because of the pull of the bike

JRD77VET 02-03-2013 6:42pm
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Originally Posted by Chuck A (Post 875873)
not really sure, i sat on the bike and tested it , i can move the throttle and also handle the brake, but this will need to be tested when i actually have the bike on the road, i tested the bike while it wasnt moving , i am really hoping so, i really hate to get rid of the bikes, but soon i can actually give you the answer
Back in my early 20s, I broke the radius bone in my right arm ( next to the wrist). I had a cast covering my hand ( only the fingers stuck out) up to my armpit.

Took me two weeks to figure out I could still ride my KZ750 :D

Chuck A 02-03-2013 6:58pm
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Originally Posted by JRD77VET (Post 875989)
Back in my early 20s, I broke the radius bone in my right arm ( next to the wrist). I had a cast covering my hand ( only the fingers stuck out) up to my armpit.

Took me two weeks to figure out I could still ride my KZ750 :D
very cool, indeed

JRD77VET 02-03-2013 7:02pm
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Originally Posted by Chuck A (Post 876003)
very cool, indeed
I had only the motorcycle as transportation. I even rode to the Dr's office on the bike. But I did leave the long sleeved shirt and helmet on the cycle :lol:

I did ride very conservatively. I highly suggest you ride extremely easy until you are very comfortable with your riding and especially with your grip strength. :yesnod:

Fastguy 02-03-2013 7:02pm
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Originally Posted by Chuck A (Post 875848)
been watching some isle of man videos, come on summer the zx14 is ready, post pics of your bikes, i bet you guys are sick of winter also
Been sneaking the bike out on every dry day I can, just need to be careful of all the salt and sand. I also notice that my tires don't grip well on cold pavement.

Chuck A 02-03-2013 7:04pm
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Originally Posted by JRD77VET (Post 876007)
I had only the motorcycle as transportation. I even rode to the Dr's office on the bike. But I did leave the long sleeved shirt and helmet on the cycle :lol:

I did ride very conservatively. I highly suggest you ride extremely easy until you are very comfortable with your riding and especially with your grip strength. :yesnod:
will do :seasix:

Chuck A 02-03-2013 7:05pm
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Originally Posted by Fastguy (Post 876008)
Been sneaking the bike out on every dry day I can, just need to be careful of all the salt and sand. I also notice that my tires don't grip well on cold pavement.
:yesnod:

Fastguy 02-03-2013 7:19pm
Driving cars in competition has helped me understand just how sensitive tires are to surface temp. I have an old Yamaha with a single disc front and rear drum. The first time I took it out on a really cold day, I tried the brakes and the rear locked up really fast. I also noticed it pushes more so as long as I ride mellow, I am fine.

Chuck A 02-03-2013 7:36pm
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Originally Posted by Fastguy (Post 876019)
Driving cars in competition has helped me understand just how sensitive tires are to surface temp. I have an old Yamaha with a single disc front and rear drum. The first time I took it out on a really cold day, I tried the brakes and the rear locked up really fast. I also noticed it pushes more so as long as I ride mellow, I am fine.
very cool, indeed

Torqaholic 02-04-2013 12:43am
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Originally Posted by Chuck A (Post 875848)
been watching some isle of man videos, come on summer the zx14 is ready, post pics of your bikes, i bet you guys are sick of winter also
Worst time of the year. Garaged for months already and not close enough to riding season to look forward to.

My Valkyrie.... 1520cc - Flat 6 - 25mpg (half that in Montana :lol:).

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