https://forum.motobuys.com/ Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:03:33 +0000 MyBB https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651418 Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:00:48 +0000 MotoMike]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651418 Highway stretch was a little sketchy, carbs still need syncing, felt a slight flat spot around 4k. But back roads were pure joy. That old inline four just pulls and pulls. Stopped at a diner halfway and some guy came out to talk about it for 20 minutes, which is half the fun of riding something older I guess.
Anyone else here ride vintage as their daily? Still chasing a small oil weep from the valve cover but honestly for a 46 year old bike I'll take it. Next up is dialing in the carbs. Tips welcome.]]> Highway stretch was a little sketchy, carbs still need syncing, felt a slight flat spot around 4k. But back roads were pure joy. That old inline four just pulls and pulls. Stopped at a diner halfway and some guy came out to talk about it for 20 minutes, which is half the fun of riding something older I guess.
Anyone else here ride vintage as their daily? Still chasing a small oil weep from the valve cover but honestly for a 46 year old bike I'll take it. Next up is dialing in the carbs. Tips welcome.]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651403 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:00:37 +0000 MotoMike]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651403 https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651239 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:10 +0000 MotoMike]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651239 https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651109 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:00:24 +0000 moto Expert]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651109 Bike was always fine. Brakes fresh, tires good, chain adjusted. None of that matters when someone pulls out of a driveway staring at their phone.
Couple things I do now that I didnt used to. I run my high beam during the day, every ride. I position myself in the lane where I can see a drivers face in their mirror, not just their bumper. And I cover the front brake through every intersection, no exceptions. Costs nothing, saved me more than once.
Not saying ride scared. Just ride like youre invisible, because half the time you are. Anyone else got habits they picked up the hard way?]]> Bike was always fine. Brakes fresh, tires good, chain adjusted. None of that matters when someone pulls out of a driveway staring at their phone.
Couple things I do now that I didnt used to. I run my high beam during the day, every ride. I position myself in the lane where I can see a drivers face in their mirror, not just their bumper. And I cover the front brake through every intersection, no exceptions. Costs nothing, saved me more than once.
Not saying ride scared. Just ride like youre invisible, because half the time you are. Anyone else got habits they picked up the hard way?]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651007 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:49 +0000 MotoMike]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=651007 Only downside is a couple buddies give me grief about blinding people but whatever, id rather be annoying than be a hood ornament. Also added some reflective tape on the forks and my helmet which is cheap insurance.
Curious what you all do for visibility? Anyone running those brake light modulators? Been thinking about one but not sure if theyre worth the hassle. Ride safe out there folks, too many distracted drivers these days.]]> Only downside is a couple buddies give me grief about blinding people but whatever, id rather be annoying than be a hood ornament. Also added some reflective tape on the forks and my helmet which is cheap insurance.
Curious what you all do for visibility? Anyone running those brake light modulators? Been thinking about one but not sure if theyre worth the hassle. Ride safe out there folks, too many distracted drivers these days.]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650988 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:00:33 +0000 MotoMike]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650988 https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650912 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:58 +0000 moto Expert]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650912 So honest question for anyone who's actually done one. Did it change how you ride or was it mostly common sense dressed up? I'm not against them, just wondering if they're worth the money for a kid who's already pretty sensible on the road. Also curious if the insurance discount is real or just marketing talk.]]> So honest question for anyone who's actually done one. Did it change how you ride or was it mostly common sense dressed up? I'm not against them, just wondering if they're worth the money for a kid who's already pretty sensible on the road. Also curious if the insurance discount is real or just marketing talk.]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650794 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:00:27 +0000 MotoMike]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650794 Anyway I'm in the market for a new jacket and I'm kind of overwhelmed by all the options now. I do mostly commuting and weekend rides, some touring in the summer. Live in a place where it rains a lot so waterproof matters.
Been looking at the Klim stuff but holy cow the prices. Are they really worth it? Also curious about the newer Alpinestars and Rev'it stuff. Anyone running a jacket they absolutely love? Bonus points if it vents well cause I run hot.
Also should I be looking at getting a separate rain layer instead of relying on the jacket? Let me know what works for you guys.]]> Anyway I'm in the market for a new jacket and I'm kind of overwhelmed by all the options now. I do mostly commuting and weekend rides, some touring in the summer. Live in a place where it rains a lot so waterproof matters.
Been looking at the Klim stuff but holy cow the prices. Are they really worth it? Also curious about the newer Alpinestars and Rev'it stuff. Anyone running a jacket they absolutely love? Bonus points if it vents well cause I run hot.
Also should I be looking at getting a separate rain layer instead of relying on the jacket? Let me know what works for you guys.]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650700 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:01:02 +0000 moto Expert]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650700 https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650658 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:00:47 +0000 MotoMike]]> https://forum.motobuys.com/showthread.php?tid=650658