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himile14 · #1 Unread post by **himile14** » Thu Jun 15, 2006 2:12 pm

Hello All,
Never know how to begin these blogs I guess telling you about my passion is a good start.
Like most here I love riding, and I do alot of it. Living in Florida I ride year round and although I have a cage, 2 wheels is my preference. I wear my miles as a badge of honor thus proving to you all I am a nerd.
Safety is one of my biggest concerns, I hate hearing about crashes that could have been avoided.
Maintenance is another one of my peeves. I do most of my own work and feel confident of what I know although I may not fully understand why.
Last well I'm long winded so don't expect a short reply.
Rob
2002 VFR800 83,815 miles
2006 ZX-14 5,867 miles

#2 Unread post by **fireguzzi** » Thu Jun 15, 2006 2:50 pm

Welcome first of all...Hows that zx-14, I believe you are the first on this forum to own one. So tell us all about it and show some pics!

Thu Jun 15, 2006 3:26 pm

himile14 · #4 Unread post by **himile14** » Thu Jun 15, 2006 3:36 pm

Never posted pics before hope this works.
Here I am in the Mountains.

Here is one at Deals Gap

Hope these puppies came out
Rob[/img]

VermilionX · Thu Jun 15, 2006 3:42 pm

that looks like a fat shark.

but congrats and i hope it serves your purpose. it looks like you'll be touring w/ it.

also, welcome to the forums!

#6 Unread post by **ZooTech** » Thu Jun 15, 2006 3:43 pm

I like the color!

(I wonder why...)

himile14 · #7 Unread post by **himile14** » Thu Jun 15, 2006 3:49 pm

Sorry bout the 2 posts just wanted to make sure the pics posted.
I'm know as a rider, I don't really enjoy going fast as much as I do going far.
This bike is one of the smoothest motorcycle engines out there period. I rode a little over 3000 miles in 3.5 days and my hand went numb none. No kidding Power is there any gear and any speed "getty-up". Braking is excellent but the way this puppy handles is what makes it a keeper. My VFR does not handle as well as the ZX.
Note I have the centerstand, because I ride far maintenance has to be done on the road.
Small -'s heat that comes off this engine is pretty bad above 85 degree F. And rear brake is like a block of wood.
Rob