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by Mithrandir
Fri Aug 01, 2014 4:11 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2015 Polaris Slingshot SL - Coolness Factor = 45.3%
Replies: 24
Views: 16328

Re: This Week: 2015 Polaris Slingshot SL - Vote Today

I have mixed thoughts about the 2015 Polaris Slingshot. I have similar thoughts as Hanson. It is unique looking and I think it looks cool. at 1800lbs w/170hp this would be a blast to drive. (I would expect under 6 second 0-60mph times) @ $24k I would not consider it practical. No cover from the elem...
by Mithrandir
Fri Jun 20, 2014 6:40 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2015 Harley-Davidson Livewire - Coolness Factor = 73.9%
Replies: 11
Views: 13381

Re: This Week: 2015 Harley-Davidson Livewire - Vote Today

I like the looks of the MC. For now I consider it cool, although depending on its ride ability, specs and cost my opinion can change. Since it is electric, I would like to know: Distance to empty on spirited riding. It would need to be at least about 110-150 miles (~180-240km) and ideally about 200-...
by Mithrandir
Sun Jun 08, 2014 10:46 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2014 Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC - Coolness Factor = 70.0%
Replies: 8
Views: 7019

Re: This Week: 2014 Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC - Vote Today

For the right type of person, this MC can be oodles of fun. (Could also be a ticket magnet ;) )

Although I do not see myself riding this type of MC, it looks like it can be a blast to ride. Definitely cool. :cool: :motorcycle:
by Mithrandir
Thu Mar 20, 2014 1:45 pm
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Questions from a soon-to-be Rookie!
Replies: 8
Views: 12669

Re: Questions from a soon-to-be Rookie!

JCPenny, Welcome. If you have not taken a MSF course (or the Canadian equivalent) I recommend it. You can learn valuable riding information as well as determining if you really want to ride for under $350 USD (fall 2012). I do recommend getting quality riding gear. (helmet, gloves, jacket, boots, et...
by Mithrandir
Fri Mar 14, 2014 7:18 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2015 Yamaha SR400 - Coolness Factor = 80.5%
Replies: 17
Views: 27982

Re: This Week: 2015 Yamaha SR400 - Vote Today

Awesome!!! :kicking: I am interested in this MC. It looks great. (I like the classic UJM style) Fuel economy and weight are good. (66mpg / 384lb. wet weight) I assume that this MC could easily maintain 70mph for extended time periods. (2-3 hours ) I would have interest in some updated older designs....
by Mithrandir
Wed Mar 12, 2014 3:24 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200T SuperLow - Coolness Factor= 46%
Replies: 20
Views: 15876

Re: This Week: 2014 Harley-Davidson XL1200T SuperLo - Vote T

The MC has decent looks, but it does not seem right for me. It does have some impressive specs: Fuel Economy: Combined City/Hwy 551 mpg -- I'll be ready when fuel is £10/L Engine Torque 253.8 ft-lb -- real stump pulling power from a 53.9 cu. in. engine Seat Height, Laden 725.5 in . Too tall for me. ...
by Mithrandir
Sun Dec 08, 2013 6:22 am
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2013 Suzuki SV650A ABS - Coolness Factor = 65.7%
Replies: 11
Views: 11482

Re: This week: 2013 Suzuki SV650A ABS: Vote Today

The MC looks very good. I like the half fairing style.
by Mithrandir
Sun Nov 17, 2013 1:41 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2014 Ducati Monster 1200 - Coolness Factor = 86.2%
Replies: 13
Views: 14881

Re: This week: 2014 Ducati Monster 1200: Vote Today

The MC looks great but I would not like to try fitting on the passenger seat. (As blues2cruise noted it is about the size of a stamp.)

It is more MC than I could (currently) handle or want, but it would probably be fun on the PCH and the interstate highways.
by Mithrandir
Fri Aug 02, 2013 2:15 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Cool Wall
Topic: 2014 Victory High-Ball - Coolness Factor = 53.7%
Replies: 18
Views: 13718

Re: This week: 2014 Victory High-Ball: Vote Today

totalmotorcycle wrote:
dr_bar wrote:Or is there some advantage to them (other than looks) that I am missing?

Mike
Mike,

Perhaps it keeps the area under the arms cool? :roll: ;)

Other than that thought, I can not think of any advantages for ape hangers.

I vote uncool just for the ape hangers.
by Mithrandir
Fri Jul 19, 2013 6:58 pm
Forum: Total Motorcycle Talk
Topic: Man Buys Motorcycle, Dies After 3 Mile Ride
Replies: 8
Views: 5419

Re: Man Buys Motorcycle, Dies After 3 Mile Ride

Sad result. I think everyone can benefit from taking a MSF type class before buying and riding a motorcycle.