Hello from Central CA
#1
05-10-2005, 01:13 PM
Hello from Central CA
Hi everyone. First and for most, THIS IS AN AWESOME FORUM!!!!!
I have been riding cycles for nearly 20 years. Mostly I've been riding cruisers, Vulcans, and Magnas. Then I rode my buddies Suz W650, which is a throw-back cycle made to looke like an old Norton Cafe Racer. It was the first time I had ridden in a "aggressive" position. I was in love with the position but quickly wanted more bike.
You see, I have ridden horses all of my life. I love to race horses over all terrains, over mountains, through rivers. Alot of places motors can't go. When it comes to speed on a horse, an english saddle is a must. The position is balanced just behind the horse's shoulder. Sound Familiar?
What was I doing riding cruisers? Good question. The cruiser position is like the guys that ride their horses in western saddles. The saddles are so big and heavy, the horse can barely get up and go. As well, the rider is in a layed-out position with feet out in front. Sure it is comfortable for long slow rides, if that's what you want.
So last month I bought my '93 CBR900RR, with some guidance from members here. Thank you guys! Yeah I've already started a list of updates or changes to the cycle.
This cycle is so much fun!!! I'm finally appereciating these great roads around SF bay and central CA. No crazy stuff.
I'd be happy to meet other members for rides in the area.
See ya on the road!
I have been riding cycles for nearly 20 years. Mostly I've been riding cruisers, Vulcans, and Magnas. Then I rode my buddies Suz W650, which is a throw-back cycle made to looke like an old Norton Cafe Racer. It was the first time I had ridden in a "aggressive" position. I was in love with the position but quickly wanted more bike.
You see, I have ridden horses all of my life. I love to race horses over all terrains, over mountains, through rivers. Alot of places motors can't go. When it comes to speed on a horse, an english saddle is a must. The position is balanced just behind the horse's shoulder. Sound Familiar?
What was I doing riding cruisers? Good question. The cruiser position is like the guys that ride their horses in western saddles. The saddles are so big and heavy, the horse can barely get up and go. As well, the rider is in a layed-out position with feet out in front. Sure it is comfortable for long slow rides, if that's what you want.
So last month I bought my '93 CBR900RR, with some guidance from members here. Thank you guys! Yeah I've already started a list of updates or changes to the cycle.
This cycle is so much fun!!! I'm finally appereciating these great roads around SF bay and central CA. No crazy stuff.
I'd be happy to meet other members for rides in the area.
See ya on the road!
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05-10-2005, 04:37 PM
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05-13-2005, 01:55 PM