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by Chrome
Tue Apr 26, 2005 9:02 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Down to shaft...or belt?
Replies: 16
Views: 10051

My last two bikes have been shaft, and I'm SO much happier not having to mess with a chain. I can't comment on belts, I don't have any experiance with them. For me tho, shaft is the way to go.

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by Chrome
Tue Apr 26, 2005 8:56 am
Forum: Beginning Bikers
Topic: Thinking about a 600cc sportsbike? Think again.
Replies: 42
Views: 28510

thanks for this thread i have to say. now im seriously thinking against a 600 or 750 as my first bike. i just got my permit a few days ago and next saturday i start taking riding lessons to prep for the road test. ive driven cars with clutches for years but having the theory down in your head only ...
by Chrome
Tue Apr 26, 2005 8:43 am
Forum: Start Your Engines - Introduce Yourself
Topic: Register Your Rides Here - Tell us about your ride!
Replies: 794
Views: 1055760

CURRENT BIKE: 2005 V-Star 1100 Midnight Custom PREVIOUS BIKES: 1985 Kawasaki ZN700 ? Kawasaki KZ750 Twin 197? Kawasaki KH500 Triple 197? Honda CB400SS 1973 Yamaha DT250 Enduro converted totally dirt 197? Honda SL125 Enduro converted totally dirt 197? Yamaha YZ80 ???? Lawnmower Mini Bike (now we're g...
by Chrome
Tue Apr 26, 2005 3:58 am
Forum: Motorcycle Reviews
Topic: New to this forum. What are your thoughts on the v-star 1100
Replies: 7
Views: 8270

Friday I bought a '05 V-Star 1100 Midnight Custom. I've only put about 200 miles on it so far, and half of those are 2 up with my wife. So far I'm really happy with it. GOBS of low end torque (compared to my '85 ZN700 Kaw). I'm really happy with it so far, lets see how it goes once it really warms u...