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Yamaha Jog (CE50, CG50, CY50)
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gsmurfetteParticipant
I’d say his judgement was obscured…..
gsmurfetteParticipantI was kind of wondering where you went. You were always there when I was a lurker…then you disappeared into thin air.
gsmurfetteParticipantI’m a student right now, but I was an helicopter mechanic in the CG. I’m working on my A&P to work on civilian planes, and then I’m going to flight school to be a helo pilot. So for now, I’m a mom I guess.
gsmurfetteParticipantwelcome
gsmurfetteParticipantHas your shifter been hit from the side or had any kind of trauma (korny, I know)? Maybe the ratio/alignment are off. The only problem I had (today), I turned onto a fairly steep hill, and when I shifted into second, it popped into N after like 10-15 seconds. I wasn’t even high enough to shift into third. I tried it again (while still going up the hill), and it worked like a charm. I thought it was kind of odd, but it didn’t do it again. Sorry, I really don’t have anything else to offer.
gsmurfetteParticipantThe guys windows were down! That’s pathetic that he couldn’t hear me, but I had to listen to his gay rap. Not to mention that he almost ran over my foot (if I hadn’t stopped). What are you talking about shoes? I was yelling at the retard. He was turning and failed to yield to a ped. in the crosswalk with a walk sign. It has nothing to do with how loud my shoes are. The fact that if he had his music a bit lower, then you could of avoided pissing me off (and I almost kicked his dumb car, because it was one of those pimp-mobiles w/ spinners and crap) and all that jazz. I was just reiterating the fact that people listen to the music so loud in their cars that they have no clue what’s going on around them. He wouldn’t have heard a siren, horn, anything. Not to mention he probably couldn’t pass a hearing test due to the loss of long term abuse to his ears. Why don’t they have hearing tests at the DMV? I’d probably add that to my national DMV reform (if I was president, that’ll never happen b/c I hate politics).
gsmurfetteParticipantIf you find gear that you like, it’s comfortable, provides the protection that you want, etc. You can always add cloth reflective tape to it. I had a hell of a time finding pants. The ones that had all the reflective tape I wanted, they didn’t fit right, so I got super long ones, that have no reflective tape on them. My solution?
http://www.fabric.breflective.com/3m-scotchlite-sew-on-reflective-fabric.php
anything you want, they have it. I don’t know if they ship to Canada, but it’s worth a shot. They’ve got the cheapest prices I’ve found so far (well, stretches you dollar more).
I’m adding more reflective tape to my hi vis vest (Icon Mil Spec vest- yellow) on the back because I want some lower for on the highway and I’m laying down.
Helmet and gloves–huge! I got a pair of gloves and they don’t fit me right. The thumb isn’t long enough. It makes it go a little numb at the end. I’m waiting for the cash to get another pair, found some I like. I tried on about 6 helmets before I chose one.
As for the rider course, relax. There were some people that had never been on a bike and they did alright. As for me, I have a ninja 250, and they put me on a cruiser, needless to say, they handle VERY differently. I made it through alright though.
gsmurfetteParticipantI was crossing the road (yes, with the white ped guy telling me to go). It’s a one way street, two lanes. I was going across, and an idiot with his stereo blasting almost hit me. I screamed, hello, crosswalk! And I was right next to him, he heard me on the 3rd hello, I was practically in his car. Dumb-ass shouldn’t have a license. Glad I’m not sidewalk art right now! I saw that story on the news, it was “breaking”. Seems like there’s more and more (or maybe I’m just hearing about them more) crashes w/ motorcycles not keeping their situational awareness.
gsmurfetteParticipantI’d say go with what is more comfortable. There are a number of ways to sit a bit lower. You can shave the actual seat down, and you can lower the bike, this can also make it a bit harder to handle. Do your research, don’t quote me. I’ve been doing research because the bike my hubby likes is 31.5 inches from seat to ground. He’s too short for that. I think I could flat foot it, but him, not so much. He’s also experienced and has dealt with a high bike before. We like “sports” bikes, more like sport-tourers, but we still get thrown in the sport class. I personally hate sitting on a cruiser. I had to ride one in MSF, and I didn’t enjoy it for a second (freakin’ v-star’s…the foot pegs are SO far forward, could barely stand up to go over boards). I don’t like sitting back either. It’s just a personality thing. Don’t make your decision based on $.
gsmurfetteParticipantMy bike doesn’t have a clock, and I think there’s a reason other than no space….well, that’s what I tell myself anyways. I still attach a wrist watch to the handlebars so I can be back home in time to take care of the kids so hubby can go to work…….
gsmurfetteParticipantI would say leave it to the seller also. Personally, I would take cash or a certified cashier’s check from my bank. I would only take a check if they agreed to wait for it to clear. Cashier’s checks can be forged. That’s why on craig’s list it says to be careful of accepting them. I’m very honest, and sometimes am like, why are you treating me like a criminal? Then I have to remind myself of all the scum of the earth. I paid cash for my bike. I kept it locked in my glove box until it was time to pay. I don’t use bank envelopes, but a regular security. I felt like a drug dealer when I was at the bank pulling out 3700 in cash though. To make it worse, my main bank is in TX and doesn’t have branches. I went to my local bank, pulled all the money out through the ATM, then had to go in and switch the $ for hundreds. I transferred the money on the Sat that we decided to go buy the bike. It doesn’t go through until Monday (in my excitement, I failed to realize that). I felt like they were going to call the cops on me and have me pulled over on suspicion even though I didn’t have near enough to be breaking the law……..
gsmurfetteParticipantI have an 09 Ninja 250. I’m 23, female, married, perfect driving record. Sequim, WA. Geico wanted like 2700/yr! I got progressive, and it’s like 480/year..something like that, less than 500, more than 400. Full coverage. I don’t remember all the specs, I got the basic coverage, uninsured motorist, uninsured property, and comprehensive, and actual damage costs (not replacement), 3,000 accessory included. I tried Dairyland, but couldn’t submit to get my quote, kept freezing, so I just went w/ Progressive. Hubby is trying to get his hands on 05 Honda CBR F4i, so looking forward to the muti discount. Oh yeah, the progressive is coupled up w/ USAA (military), so I think we got some kind of discount.
gsmurfetteParticipantI bought my bike used, so I had no color choice. I used to hate the green, but it’s starting to grow on me (I always thought it looked like Gak or slime). I’ve never really like red, but it’s not bad for bikes, good for visibility, as the the slime green, lol. I love my blue though! It didn’t seem as bright when I bought it as it does now. It needed a good washing. All my riding gear is grey, black and white, with exception to my bright yellow/green vest. I’m not into the whole matching your bike thing. I’ve always been a sucker for blue though. In the sun it’s beautiful! Just remember black shows everything, every speck of pollen, scratch, etc. Good luck, get something that YOU like, who the hell cares what everyone else thinks? JMO.
gsmurfetteParticipantIf you know how to lift a bike, you can lift a bike, it’s about your technique (and leverage)! I’m 5’6″, 120 lbs. I have a Ninja 250, and my legs are bent quite a bit when I flat foot it. I might have unnaturally long legs, I had to order a super long pair of riding pants, that people that were like 5’8″ or so said they could see them fitting anyone shorter…..and they’re perfect for me. There were a few people in my riding class that hadn’t ridden before, and we sat and played with the friction zone, people didn’t stall that much in the class.
I copied and pasted this from Kawasaki Motorcycle Forums:
“Yes, Ladies, no matter your size YOU CAN PICK UP A MOTORCYCLE!
**Instructions Assuming bike is on it’s LEFT side**
First, HIT THE KILL SWITCH.
Next, turn off the gas if necessary.
Make sure the bike is in gear if you can get to it. If the bike is not in gear and you cannot get it in gear the technique becomes more difficult but can still be done.
Standing with your butt toward the seat, stoop down and with your right hand take the left grip.
When you grab the grip, pull it until it is as close to the tank as possible. With your left hand find something sturdy to grab hold of under the seat. The closer your left hand is to your body the better.
You place your butt mid way on the edge of the seat.
This is CRUCIAL. The placement of your butt too high or too low on the seat will not give you the leverage angle. You are pushing the bike with your butt and upper legs. You will have to pull up with your arms a bit but mostly you will be pushing the bike up with your legs.You must have good traction under your feet or you will slip. If there is gravel under your feet sweep it away with your boots until you get dirt. Same for grass. Be careful not to push the bike over the other side
Once you have the bike up, carefully put the side stand down and lower the bike to it. If you can’t get to the side stand with the heel of your boot, turn carefully and grab both grips then put the bike on side or center stand.
The process is the same if the bike is on it’s right side. NOTE: But your hands are reversed, of course. Your LEFT HAND is on the RIGHT GRIP and your RIGHT HAND grabs UNDER THE SEAT. It is easier to get it into gear. Remember to put the side stand out first so that you can ease the bike onto it once it is upright.
If you feel like there is no way this bike is going up like this, then move the position of your butt. If that doesn’t work try changing the flex of your knees. Be careful. Often when you get the angle just right the bike goes up like it’s made of paper.”
gsmurfetteParticipantditto Kellisanth! I had to make a cheet sheet to keep up with them! I started running out when they made it where 7 of the characters couldn’t be the same as the last password….not even sure what account that’s for!
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