Motorcycle love

[RUSH2689]

Any other motorcycle riders on TRF?

I have a passion for riding 2wheeled machines, cutting my teeth on a 2002 Suzuki DRZ400S and currently on a Ducati Scrambler 800 and Triumph Thunderbird.

Also a huge MotoGP fan.

We all know threads are useless without pics so here are my bikes. Would love to see yours and talk motorcycles.






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[dba]

Nice bikes. There's probably a couple of dozen bike threads here.

[RUSH2689]

Originally Posted by dba

Nice bikes. There's probably a couple of dozen bike threads here.

Good to know - I'm not looking to spam the boards. Will see if there are any other actives ones and breathe some life into those.

Thanks for the heads up

[DLRIDES]

Originally Posted by RUSH2689

Any other motorcycle riders on TRF?

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...venture+riders


Im leaving on a weekend trip in a few hours !

[1William]

Nice bikes. I am an admirer but not a rider.

[Speedbird-1]

Originally Posted by RUSH2689

Any other motorcycle riders on TRF?

I have a passion for riding 2wheeled machines, cutting my teeth on a 2002 Suzuki DRZ400S and currently on a Ducati Scrambler 800 and Triumph Thunderbird.

Also a huge MotoGP fan.

We all know threads are useless without pics so here are my bikes. Would love to see yours and talk motorcycles.



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Great looking bikes!

[rmlovett1]

Had a few 2 wheelers, now enjoying 3 ....

[RUSH2689]

Originally Posted by Richris1

Had a few 2 wheelers, now enjoying 3 ....

Sweet! From the looks of your surroundings I am guessing some good riding near you as well

[Blansky]

Originally Posted by Richris1

Had a few 2 wheelers, now enjoying 3 ....

Nice bike.

I've always wondered about cornering on a 3 wheeler. Obviously you don't lean it over like a normal bike.

Did you find that strange when you bought the trike?? Does it feel still like a motorcycle or more like a sports car?

I see people running around in a Polaris and wonder if it isn't more like riding in a Miata.

[whatsthetime?]

'19 BMW K1600B
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'07 H-D Springer Classic
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[brandrea]

I always wanted a bike but had too many friends with pretty bad accidents for me to ever seriously consider it.

In my imaginary world, I always imagined that I’d either ride a Triumph or Ducati

[Blansky]

My newer version of the Thunderbird than the OPs. (2012)

[RUSH2689]

Originally Posted by Blansky

My newer version of the Thunderbird than the OPs. (2012)

Sweet bike!

mine is a '96 from Hinckley. I love the Triumphs, but dislike the carbs!

[RUSH2689]

Originally Posted by brandrea

I always wanted a bike but had too many friends with pretty bad accidents for me to ever seriously consider it.

In my imaginary world, I always imagined that I’d either ride a Triumph or Ducati

In my imaginary world, I could walk into an AD and walk out with a 216570

[Ripcode]

Sold this. Super fun, killed my back and wrists....



Got this, which my wife and I love and enjoy much more!

[rickc007]

Love your Green Triumph, I had this Thruxton for a while



Currently sporting the two below

[rmlovett1]

Originally Posted by RUSH2689

Sweet! From the looks of your surroundings I am guessing some good riding near you as well

Some of the best in the country IMO!

Originally Posted by Blansky

Nice bike.

I've always wondered about cornering on a 3 wheeler. Obviously you don't lean it over like a normal bike.

Did you find that strange when you bought the trike?? Does it feel still like a motorcycle or more like a sports car?

I see people running around in a Polaris and wonder if it isn't more like riding in a Miata.

Thank you! It took one short ride to get used to it vs a two wheeled bike. I’ve ridden 4 wheelers a lot in the past, so it reminded me of that. Not hard at all to get used to, no leaning, just kind of push/pull the handlebars.
It still feels like a motorcycle, just more solid and more bike underneath you, so to speak. It’s the same view from the seat. Just have to remember you are wider now, so you can stay towards the middle of the road, don’t put your feet down, and don’t go to close to gas pumps :)

[dannymiller]

Originally Posted by 1William

Nice bikes. I am an admirer but not a rider.

+1.Makes two of us.

[Blansky]

Originally Posted by Richris1

Some of the best in the country IMO!


Thank you! It took one short ride to get used to it vs a two wheeled bike. I’ve ridden 4 wheelers a lot in the past, so it reminded me of that. Not hard at all to get used to, no leaning, just kind of push/pull the handlebars.
It still feels like a motorcycle, just more solid and more bike underneath you, so to speak. It’s the same view from the seat. Just have to remember you are wider now, so you can stay towards the middle of the road, don’t put your feet down, and don’t go to close to gas pumps :)

And no lane splitting/filtering, I guess.

[rmlovett1]

Originally Posted by Blansky

And no lane splitting/filtering, I guess.

That’s correct.

[EagleBear]

2004 fun wind therapy for sure and a real head turner but boy does it get uncomfortable lol :)


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[RUSH2689]

Originally Posted by EagleBear

2004 fun wind therapy for sure and a real head turner but boy does it get uncomfortable lol :)


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Love the ape hangers - sweet bike


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[MDMH]

I know the feeling.... Fashion over function.... my dad said that thing is gonna cripple you... shut up old man....

He was absolutely correct!!!

[EagleBear]

Originally Posted by RUSH2689

Love the ape hangers - sweet bike


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Thanks both of yours are beauties The Triumph makes me remember my Dads old bikes he would collect and tinker around with. He had an old Norton that was his favorite and is what started my passion for riding. Are you familiar with the company Ural Motorcycles?
I saw my first one in Hawaii a few years ago and really liked it. If I don’t wind up with an Indian Chief with a sidecar then the Ural might just be the next one.


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[EagleBear]

Originally Posted by MDMH

I know the feeling.... Fashion over function.... my dad said that thing is gonna cripple you... shut up old man....

He was absolutely correct!!!

Good one hey at least now we have the softails man those old rigid frames were something else on the body. Did your Pops enjoy being up on two wheels? I wish I could have had the opportunity to ride with my dad before he hung it up every time I visit him to break some bread and share a drink I could see it in his eyes how much he misses it. I tell him take it for spin I just filled it before I got here he just smiles and says “I wish I’d probably hurt myself” Father Time touches us all before we’re ready, So now we just sit and talk about the old days laugh and enjoy each other‘s company.


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[MDMH]

Originally Posted by EagleBear

Good one hey at least now we have the softails man those old rigid frames were something else on the body. Did your Pops enjoy being up on two wheels? I wish I could have had the opportunity to ride with my dad before he hung it up every time I visit him to break some bread and share a drink I could see it in his eyes how much he misses it. I tell him take it for spin I just filled it before I got here he just smiles and says “I wish I’d probably hurt myself” Father Time touches us all before we’re ready, So now we just sit and talk about the old days laugh and enjoy each other‘s company.


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Ahhh man those are good times spent with Dad... just different huh? Yah I’ve been riding with my dad since I was 16 so 30 plus years now. He’s had a bike as long as I can remember. He got me into Harley’s about 15-20 years ago when the race track was beating me more than I was beating others..Few good scares on the track with sport bikes and even more on the street. Too many friends getting cocky and not getting away so lucky. Had to “slow down” and riding with pops was definitely part of that mindset. The guys a real Iron Butt... gotta hand it to him he’s done a hell of a lot more touring than I can dream. He’s older now obviously and it might get to that point here pretty quick I’m not sure how much longer he’s got on 2 wheels before we gotta have the “talk”.
You have a great way of expressing your thoughts and feelings btw ..I hope you and your dad have many many many more talks!!!

Fantastic Bike btw!!! Perfect machine for that side of the country!!!! I’m super jealous!!!

[Bluside]

2018 Bonneville T120



2020 Vespa GTS300

[Widows Son]

Sold my Ultra Classic, kept the Heritage. Wish I could ride more but it seems like my grass always needs to be cut and my son's baseball team is always playing!!!

[RUSH2689]

Originally Posted by EagleBear

Thanks both of yours are beauties The Triumph makes me remember my Dads old bikes he would collect and tinker around with. He had an old Norton that was his favorite and is what started my passion for riding. Are you familiar with the company Ural Motorcycles?
I saw my first one in Hawaii a few years ago and really liked it. If I don’t wind up with an Indian Chief with a sidecar then the Ural might just be the next one.


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Thank you. No I haven’t heard of Ural, will check them out. I like the Indians too - the FTR 1200 looks amazing


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[RUSH2689]

Originally Posted by Bluside

2018 Bonneville T120



2020 Vespa GTS300

Beautiful Bonnie Bluside!


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