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Yesterday was definitely a #motorcycle day, and not just for me! :)

(More photos to come later.)

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I had a great time riding with @clover to Lake Cushman last Saturday, even though we didn't make it all the way to Bear Gulch because my #motorcycle was too squirrelly on the rutted and washboarded gravel with all of us and our stuff on it. On the way home, we stopped in Hoodsport for lunch just as a huge group of Harley riders rolled in to also eat. We even ended up behind a separate group of four riders along SR-106 after. (More photos to come.)
#motorcycle @clover

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Because of the crazy gusts (irrespective of my speed) in Central Washington, I ended up riding for a long time at speed tucked tight with my elbows beside my knees on my Ninja 1000SX. Does that make me a street squid? 🤔 #motorcycle

A group of sportbike riders were even taking a break at a gas station because the wind was too much for them.

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Today is a #motorcycle day. 👍
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The Strange Death of the Two-stroke Motorcycle

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After learning how to ride a #motorcycle with a manual transmission, I lost interest in riding motorscooters because they weren't engaging. (The CVTs are too boring for me.) That's also why my next car will be stick shift.
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Dave Heinemann 🇦🇺
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That's tempting, but I don't think they've been available in Australia for some time. Maybe Honda will bring them back soon.

Been feeling really "off" lately. Probably need a good #motorcycle trip away from home this weekend.
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Just saw a vintage BSA roll by. #motorcycle
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Rode my #Honda CRF450RL to my parents' place and back today. It's honestly not too bad on the freeway, but isn't super happy going over 70 MPH. Aside from that, I'm still finding the best technique to put a single foot down at a stop rather that having to have both dangle since I can barely reach. #motorcycle #dualsport
#motorcycle #honda #dualsport
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Neil E. Hodges
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Also, the throttle is a bit touchy, but that's probably what I get for choosing a 450cc thumper that weighs less than 300 pounds. 🤷

"MotoGP" is short for "Motorcycle General Practitioner". #motorcycle.
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#Seattle area folks should keep an eye out for this #motorcycle rider. He's a pretty chill guy. (It's not me, but I have chatted with him before.)

Photo via @clover .

#motorcycle #Seattle @clover

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Riding a #motorcycle for years and growing older have made me extremely skittish and beyond careful in traffic. While that's a good thing for motorcycle riding, that makes me a very unfun backseat driver for @clover because I am legitimately scared at times. While I don't turn it into fights very often, we do both end up worn out after a while in the car. :(
#motorcycle @clover
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Neil E. Hodges
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Aside from trying to not be like that anymore when in the car, I think I'm going to start riding a motorcycle when going to places with her while she drives. It'll be more fun for both of us.

ADV bikes are two-wheeled compact SUVs. #motorcycle
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New 2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R Announced For The UK & Europe!

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2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R – First Look

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I like the new TFT dash!

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Neil E. Hodges
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For your first bike, you might also consider the Ninja 650. It'll be easier to ride on the road.
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#boomer #zoomer #motorcycle
#motorcycle #boomer #zoomer
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Neil E. Hodges
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(The joke is that Harleys boom and sportbikes zoom.)
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Cool Moto Guzzi. #motorcycle
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The #Kawasaki W800 looks pretty nice! #motorcycle
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Yes, I am a #Kawasaki fan. How could you tell? #motorcycle
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Shame we never got the #Honda CB1300 in the US. #motorcycle (Photo source)
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Had a #dream last night where I rode my dual-sport. Guess I should do that next chance I have a free day. #dreams #motorcycle (Original)
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Maybe someday I'll get a chance to ride a VFR800. #motorcycle #honda
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Honda Guzzi. #motorcycle (Source)
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Greg A. Woods (another old account)
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I remember those! However I ended up with a V45 Sabre (1983) as my first street bike, and now I've got a V45 Magna (1984).
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Neil E. Hodges
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Nice. I was saw a guy riding two-up with a woman on the back on a Sabre while out riding in the boonies. The square headlight and other styling cues looked very strange to me at the time.
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Greg A. Woods (another old account)
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The Magna still looks like a cruiser, but the Sabre doesn't really have a modern equivalent. I was taken in by the more electronic dash at the time, complete with an LCD digit for the gear indicator.

V-twin sportbikes seem interesting. #motorcycle
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Carburetor vs Fuel Injection - Why Motorcycle Riders Should Think Again

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I still think it's funny how my dad is a Harley guy, but I ended up in love with sportbikes instead. #motorcycle
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Had a pretty good ride yesterday, aside from a couple of drivers. My Ninja was great at handling curves at speed! (More photos to come later.) #motorcycle
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52kr
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Great scenery! Obviously quite some fun during the ride 👍

Why is the throttle spring on my Ninja so stiff? My hand hurts from holding it all day. #motorcycle
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Dave Heinemann 🇦🇺
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If you're spending a lot of time at the same speed, a throttle lock makes a big difference for comfort.
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Dave Heinemann 🇦🇺
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A throttle lock might still be helpful.

It should be strong enough to resist the throttle spring, so that you can lock the throttle open and have it stay in-place. Yet, it should be light enough that you can still adjust the throttle without disengaging the throttle lock. This way your hand doesn't have to resist the throttle spring all day.

Otherwise maybe there's a way to lighten the spring?
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Greg A. Woods (another old account)
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Throttle lock, FTW. At least for open roads -- not necessarily wise to use one on busy streets!
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#Fediverse cross-country #motorcycle ride when? #Mastodon (Original)
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Dave Heinemann 🇦🇺
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I'd love to do some traveling, but I need a bigger motorcycle first. I don't think that Grom will cut it. 😂
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Neil E. Hodges
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You'd be surprised. There are folks who do long-distance touring on mopeds (distinct from scooters). (Photo source)
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Dave Heinemann 🇦🇺
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It's definitely doable, but I think I need something a bit more practical to preserve my sanity.

Either that, or I need to do a better job of finding good back roads. 🤔 Australian highways have low speed limits and few people speed, but the Grom still ends up holding up traffic if people can't safely overtake.
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Steve Marsh
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I’m planning cross Canada from Ottawa to Tuktoyaktuk in the Summer on my Zero DSR/X. Will be Spotwalla-ing if you want to join in on the odd day ;-) biggest problem is charging up there, but I got my solar panels ready and tested… electric #motorcycle touring is different (sort of slower) but a very fine way to see places.
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The Pros and Cons of Every Motorcycle Engine Type

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Why Electric Motorcycles are Failing

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Greg A. Woods (another old account)
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It's hard to argue with his numbers, but I think the market is beginning to change. I'm kinda interested in the Ryvid Anthem.
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Old guy riding a Piaggio MP3 scooter with an aftermarket exhaust is a kind of confidence I'll never have. I commend you, sir! #motorcycle
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Royal Enfield is the Harley-Davidson for those of us who aren't old and rich. #motorcycle
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If I didn't already have my Bonneville, I would definitely go for a CB1100. #motorcycle (Source)
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This looks more fun than a Harley. #motorcycle (Source)
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lilakgillsbhoy
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No chance. Not a big fan of Harleys but that is just another Japanese fake Harley ☹️
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Finally convinced @clover to ride with me after not having done so in what feels like years. I did a reprisal of a recent ride, albeit with a couple of added detours and without a stop in Coupeville or at Deception Pass. The weather was touch-and-go in places, but I feel like we had a good time. (And I'm sure the heated jacket helped her!) (Whidbey Island (2024-04-01), Album (51 photos), 9 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle #mywork

(I've been riding nearly every weekend in March, but I've been spending time refining my photo editing skills.)

#motorcycle #photog #photography #photo #mywork #photos @clover

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muttley123
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Looks like you had a great time. I have too started going out my dear, we are still learning. Riding with passenger feels different.
Take care, have fun!

Touring Harleys are way overpriced. #motorcycle
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CGZ for Democracy
CGZ for Democracy
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they're not for every rider, but I love mine. I have owned other asian bikes when I was young and would be happy on anything I found that fit me. Still prefer Harley fit and finish and torquey low rumble. Nothing like them!
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My original plan for this ride was to have @clover along for it, but she wasn't feeling well and wanted to rest at home instead. I didn't feel like doing anything big since I hadn't made a backup plan, so I did a basic ride around south Puget Sound instead. (Kitsap Loop (2023-03-25), Album (12 photos), 6 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle #mywork

(I've been riding nearly every weekend in March, but I've been spending time refining my photo editing skills.)

#motorcycle #photog #photography #photo #photos @clover
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