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That's a new one for me....how much $$$ did you make and what kind of bike?
LOL, I wish someone paid me!

I had a CR125 that I highsided on pavement, bike got into the air and bounced a few times pieces while I came down in a ditch. After I got it back together I was riding trails and slid the rear tire into a tree stump that sent it and me end over end. It's like that bike didn't want to stay on the ground.



I think riding on dirt teaches you a lot of things that... you wouldn't want to try and learn on the street.

Wayne, once you get into riding more, go check out these guys:
Supermoto | Adams MotorSports Park

I don't see it on their website, but I am pretty sure they still offer a supermoto class; they'll give you a bike, you bring the gear, and you go at it. Stupid fun, and not a bad price for track time.

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Old 12-28-2013, 10:41 AM
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Isn't that thing a jockey shift, and foot clutch?
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Does Pelican have a succession plan in place ? Be safe out there !!!
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Old 12-29-2013, 03:24 AM
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Count me in the club that suggests picking up a affordable modern era bike to learn on. Handling, brakes and suspension have come a long way and do contribute to rider safety.
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Good for you Wayne ! Now if your gonna get a "hack".. ya might want to consider an Earls fork for the front end, stock has too much rake for proper control & turning on three wheels. Riding with a hack is a whole new world than two wheeling. Best of luck, your gonna enjoy it.
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Old 12-29-2013, 06:28 AM
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Enjoy those knees while you still have them! One bad kick start and you will wish you had bought a 65 pan head.
Or ankles, have seen several fractures repaired. Don't stand on kick starter after giving it a good kick.
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You guys are making way too much out of kicking over an old Knuck. Don't try to scare poor old Wayne; you can start those things with your hand if everything is right. Very low compression, very relaxed valve timing, and an ignition that can be retarded for starting - nothing at all to fear.
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You guys are making way too much out of kicking over an old Knuck. Don't try to scare poor old Wayne; you can start those things with your hand if everything is right. Very low compression, very relaxed valve timing, and an ignition that can be retarded for starting - nothing at all to fear.
This is true. I've just been around more knuckleheads than I have Evo and newer. When things aren't all in order and you get that backfire (can happen to even a perfect bike) is when you'll wish you hadn't stood on that kicker...

That said: the 65 pan is the perfect and most sought after "vintage" rider Harley. It's got all then scents and sounds of the really early bikes but are a 1 year only electric start. Rare and expensive but worth it. I'd like one if I ever get interested in 2'wheels again.
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Hold on, I thought pelican moderators were referred to as "poopy-heads" .....



This is different? OK never mind.

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