Epic Group Ride, Sunday 7/17/2011

[89stangGT]

I'm still out...

[89stangGT]

You should try riding my battleship Blackbird when its 104 degrees outside...at least your RC is lighter and has better airflow.

try being on a naked bike in the heat. no fairings to keep the heat off your legs.

[FullSizeMike]

Sun morning

I might make it on a m109 and meet some of you guys, or maybe the GTI and make the trip in the a/c

[T-TOPPS5.0]

Well I'm a big V Twin fan nonetheless. I've owned a couple of SV650's and always had an eye for the RC. Over the years I've kicked around the idea of getting a TLR, TLS, or Superhawk just to get by. I held out and got what I always really wanted. The TLR is definitely a great bike from all the written accounts I've seen online. The RC and TLR are very comparable bikes.

I'm just as excited to see it as anything else that comes out. It's not everyday that I get to meet another V Twin (sport bike) enthusiast. In case you missed my original post...

http://www.dfwmustangs.net/forums/showthread.php?t=12879

(post 11 has the better pics)

Yeah, I posted in your thread. I think you made the right choice in holding out for what you truly wanted. After riding both, the TLR got the nod for me because I just couldn't handle the mouse pad seat. LOL And since I daily ride, I needed that extra comfort.

[BP]

Well I'm a big V Twin fan nonetheless. I've owned a couple of SV650's and always had an eye for the RC. Over the years I've kicked around the idea of getting a TLR, TLS, or Superhawk just to get by. I held out and got what I always really wanted. The TLR is definitely a great bike from all the written accounts I've seen online. The RC and TLR are very comparable bikes.

I'm just as excited to see it as anything else that comes out. It's not everyday that I get to meet another V Twin (sport bike) enthusiast. In case you missed my original post...

http://www.dfwmustangs.net/forums/showthread.php?t=12879

(post 11 has the better pics)

My 1125R is a V-twin, so are most KTMs and Ducatis. There are plenty of us out there, we just don't ride Japanese bikes After riding a few triples though I'm about ready to upgrade.

[Kyle]

I know they are out there, but you very rarely see them when compared to the inline four machines. It's just nice to see one occasionally and know that I'm not the only one lol. I meant no disrespect.

I love my big V-Twin. Sure it doesn't make 160+ hp (like some of the Ducati's and inline bikes), but I still love the torque and it makes decent power. It handles terrific, sounds great, and looks good IMO. All around its a very easy bike for me to ride. The aftermarket is huge so I can make little tweaks to it to make it my own. And I really like the way it sounds!!!

[T-TOPPS5.0]

You should try riding my battleship Blackbird when its 104 degrees outside...at least your RC is lighter and has better airflow.

Dude I am not doubting its hot on the blackbird. Its hot as hell on any bike right now. But I have owned one as well. And just from my own personal experience...... the heat from it was nothing compared to what the twins put out. At least my TLR's. Even my gsxr and r1 never got as hot as my tl. Hell my frame is scorching hot to the touch in the afternoon. I have to be careful when at a light. It burns my legs through my jeans.

But I feel your pain, I use the same black mesh jacket and gloves. I got used to the heat a long time ago. Its nice to smile every time I look at my monthly fuel bill by riding daily though.

[grove rat]

try this out for an epic one day ride



me and 2 buddies rode this last year at the end of summer/beginning of fall when it was still pretty hot. over 630 miles in one day!

the best parts of the trip by far was between the towns of broken bow-talihina-mena-de queen, badass roads. 30 and 20 sucked outloud and from longview to broken bow was okay but nothing to brag about. only reason we went to longview was we were meeting some guys that were riding up from houston and they went through there

[Ruffneck1320]

Really debating on going on this ride. I am in the watauga area, so this would be a trek to go to Anna that early in the mornin

[Kyle]

Really debating on going on this ride. I am in the watauga area, so this would be a trek to go to Anna that early in the mornin

Meet Tyler, Skidmark (possibly +1), and I at the new McDonalds off 360 and Trinity. We are meeting there around 5:20-5:25AM.

[ram57ta]

I'm still thinkin about this ride. I spoke to my brother-in-law earlier in the week (who rides a CBR1000rr) and he said he was interested...but that was like Tuesday so we'll see.

[Jeff]

well I was in since I got my car back from Truestreet today, but on the way home 5th gear disappeared, so now I'm out again. FUCK

[Kyle]

well I was in since I got my car back from Truestreet today, but on the way home 5th gear disappeared, so now I'm out again. FUCK

You've got plenty of time to get a tranny in there tomorrow. Hit Tyler and see if you can borrow some shop space. With you, Tyler, and myself we could probably knock that out in no time! I'll keep the cold liquids coming, Tyler can supervise and lend a hand when needed, and you can turn some damn wrenches!!!

[89stangGT]

I'm now wishing I could at least go in thecae, but hafta be at work at 5am on Sunday, dammit.

[Kyle]

Just a reminder for anyone that wants to meet in the arlington, HEB, and surrounding areas. We are meeting at the new McDonalds off trinity and 360 at 5:20-5:25am sharp. We will be rolling out at 5:30am to head up to Anna. If anyone needs to get a hold of me or us, then call or text at 817.729.2926.