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Originally Posted by nostatic
Well, I survived the test ride. Went and rode the F800S. It is the first time I've been on a motorcycle since the crash. Have to admit it was an interesting experience and a little bit of psychological terror. But after a few minutes I remembered why I love being on a bike. Not sure about the BMW though. A little tight leg position and after having a Duc 1000cc v-twin, the 800cc parallel twin was a little buzzy. And the turn signals...silly design.
Have to ride some other bikes though and maybe that one again. Being the first time back up hard to think objectively. I did get into "hyperfocus mode" pretty quickly though. That is one thing I do like about riding in traffic. No cell phone, no stereo, no distractions. Completely in the moment.
I think this one is the next test ride:
I know this has a more relaxed leg position. And the two-tone paint is amazing in person. Tube tires though...not sure about that. |
Cool. Glad you test rode one. After 105K on a bimmer, im used to the turn signals now and kind of like them, hated them at first.
Some people have an issue with the tube tires on Sport classics. Personally I don't know why. I have never had a flat on any of my personal bikes. Yea, I do carry a tire repair kit on the FJR and the work bike, but I've never had to use it for the FJR. I have lost count of how many flats I've had on the work bike, But thats do to riding alot on the shoulder of the roadway and picking up pieces of debris. A change in the type of tires that come standard on the SC's makes a big improvement in how the bike falls into turns and helps the tracking on the freeway.
Just FYI, I should be free next weekend for a ride. regardless, I'll think of you tomorrow on my morning ride on the hwy 33.
