| Author |
Message |
    
Jlnance
| | Posted on Monday, November 19, 2007 - 01:20 pm: | 
|
FB&D - Thanks 
Spectrum - It's pretty similar to the Firebolt. I actually can't think of any differences between the 1125r & Firebolt ergos, though I suspect Spike or Rubberdown can enumerate some.
For roads with twists, I much prefer the ergos of the Firebolt to the Uly. I know I'm significantly faster on the Firebolt. I think most of that is just feeling more confident on the bike.
I find the Uly's ergos significantly more comfortable. I might be able to get used to longer rides on the Firebolt, but I don't know if I could ever sit on one for 15 hours. A person with younger knees might be able to pull that off. |
Spectrum
| | Posted on Monday, November 19, 2007 - 04:46 pm: |
|
Thanks Jim. I think my knees would do fine, it's my lower back that I'm worried about.
On the other hand, with a set of risers and lighting pegs, I don't think the ergonomics would be that far off from by XB9S. I'm not going to be doing any 15 hour trips, but I'm fine on the XB9S for 4 - 8 hours at a time. |
Xb12mel
| | Posted on Monday, November 19, 2007 - 05:26 pm: |
|
Kristi,
I think we have finally decided on a Logo to be attached to our little corner of BadWeb. I have also concluded that the image needs to be a ".gif" file. But what size does it need to be and where do I send it to get it added to the site?
Just send me a pm with the details when you get a chance.
Thanks, Mel. |
Kmfw160
| | Posted on Monday, November 19, 2007 - 05:51 pm: |
|
Kristi-
Thanks alot for all the help. I can't believe how 'legit'  our place looks now. Thanks again and I can't wait to get together and ride someday with all of ya'll.
Kevin |
Ulywife
| | Posted on Monday, November 19, 2007 - 08:27 pm: |
|
Mel & Kevin - answer back on your thread. I've also sent a PM to Mel. And, you're welcome!
Kristi |
Pa47
| | Posted on Monday, November 19, 2007 - 11:26 pm: |
|
My thanks to Ulywife for rounding up the C3 crew and to Mikethebike for hosting our event yesterday at Ray Price. I enjoyed meeting everyone. And to top it off, one of the most beautiful days to ride in weeks!
Congrats again to Big Jim...BadWeb MAN of the year!
(Message edited by pa47 on November 19, 2007) |
Jlnance
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 05:07 am: |
|
 |
Flynuly
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 08:25 am: |
|
Jim very nice shot!
Is that Großglockner pass in the Alps?
Did some time in Germany and Italy in the AF. There is '92 HD sportster chrome all over the roads there....mostly from my pegs and mufflers. Oh to have had a Buell back then. |
Jlnance
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 10:52 am: |
|
Flyn - It's some place called Stelvio. I found the picture on ADV.
I assume you're still up north? I've got so gear to get back to you. |
Flynuly
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 11:07 am: |
|
Jim,
I will be back in NC on Saturday late....maybe Michaels on Sunday AM? How's the weather; snowing here this morning with about 1/2" accumulation so far. |
Jlnance
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 11:13 am: |
|
Michaels might work.
Weather is fine, no sign of snow.
(Message edited by jlnance on November 20, 2007) |
Webethumpin
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 09:57 pm: |
|
Happy Thanksgiving to all of 
LAter the Webe'ies |
1313
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 10:02 pm: |
|
Mikethebike,
I sent the Thank You E-mail to the Administrative address on the Ray Price site. I figured to get backing for future Buell activities you need to grab the higher-ups by the Buells...er, maybe I meant something else - or did I?
Did anyone else send an E-mail to the Ray Price dealership thanking them for the event?
Feedback and participation are 2 very effective ways to show support. If WE don't support dealerships that are attempting to show support for something we LOVE, their support of our love will dwindle...
Sorry - I'm off my soap box now,
1313 |
Rubberdown
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 10:33 pm: |
|
Hey Nance, great ride report on Sunday! Thanks. Props to Ray Price HD too. Thanks Mike Miller! Ray Price want to have a SPORT BIKE CLUB. Awesome! |
Ulywife
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 - 11:33 pm: |
|
1313 - I plan to send a card as well. |
Mikethebike72
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 08:26 am: |
|
We did get your mail Brankin. Thanks for the feedback. My GM actually gave out "atta boys" because of it. I know December can be hectic, but who would like to meet up here on a Sunday after our 1125R comes in? Maybe do Michael's and then ride to the dealership. Just a thought. |
Ulywife
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 08:43 am: |
|
Pa47 - so glad you had a chance to come out and meet the C3 crew! You'll find that the rest of C3 is pretty much like the few you met on Sunday.
JimN - great job! Seems everyone enjoyed themselves. You're a great storyteller. |
Jlnance
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 10:03 am: |
|
You should take the 1125 to Micahels and let people demo ride it |
Mikethebike72
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 11:02 am: |
|
http://www.rayprice.com/photo-dealer-buell071118.h tm
Check out the pics, Gerry admits he is not the best photographer, but we will get him trained. |
Ulywife
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 11:19 am: |
|
Very cool Mike! |
Spike
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 12:07 pm: |
|
Maybe it's winter setting in, or residue from all the theraflu over the past two days, or maybe just thinking about buying a Ulysses makes you crazy; I don't know. I've been looking over these guidelines this morning:
http://www.ironbutt.com/ridecerts/getdocument.cfm? DocID=1
I've done 500+ miles in a day on the Firebolt with lots of long stops and minimal preparation, so I figure 1000 in a day on a Ulysses with some planning is semi-reasonable. If I'm going to ride 1000 miles I'd prefer to end up somewhere other than where I started, so no circle routes. As an added bonus, if you wake up the next day 1000 miles from home and are feeling particularly gnarly, you could ride halfway back and turn it into a Bun Burner 1500. |
Mikethebike72
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 03:52 pm: |
|
Mike it is funny that you posted this. I read about the Iron Butt Rally in Motorcyclist last night and the thought of doing the Saddlesore crossed my mind. A few riders from ncsportbikes.com recently did the 1000 on sportbikes including a 12R. I did a 1000 miles on the Concours, but haven't tried the Bolt yet. Who all is up for it? |
Rubberdown
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 04:37 pm: |
|
At the BBQ, my friend Ron (the one on crutches) asked me to do one with him this spring. I'd consider it. I did a 900 mile day in 15 hours on a Sportster a couple of years ago. whew! My wife just signed me up to run the Umstead trail marathon in March. What's up with these endurance events. I'd rather run moto ST endurance at Daytona!!! |
Spike
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 06:06 pm: |
|
quote:Mike it is funny that you posted this. I read about the Iron Butt Rally in Motorcyclist last night and the thought of doing the Saddlesore crossed my mind. A few riders from ncsportbikes.com recently did the 1000 on sportbikes including a 12R. I did a 1000 miles on the Concours, but haven't tried the Bolt yet. Who all is up for it?
Doing it on the Firebolt would leave me with a different strategy. I *know* I'd be beat after a ~1000 mile ride on my Firebolt, so I'd probably switch to a circle route so I'd end up back home when it was over. Fuel range also becomes more of an issue as I don't think I can count on my XB for more than 150-160 miles from a tank consistently. I don't think I'd go through the expense/hassle of an external fuel cell, but I would want at least a jerry can with me as backup since I'd likely be riding as far as I can on each tank. There's no way I'd even attempt that sort of mileage on the stock seat, but I do have an airhawk pad floating around the garage somewhere. |
Xb9ser
| | Posted on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 - 06:55 pm: |
|
Maybe we need to plan a C3 iron butt rally. I maybe would be game.Also for the few and the brave you know who you are the smokeout 08 will be at Farmington dragway this year.It is only a few miles off of I 40 near Mocksville. they will also have on site camping.june 20, 21, 22 |
Jlnance
| | Posted on Thursday, November 22, 2007 - 07:21 am: |
|
The closest I've come to an Iron Butt ride is coming back from Homecoming. It's doable, but it hurts. I didn't plan any 1000 mile days in my recent trip. The closest I got was the Seattle to Sunnyvale leg which google said was 880 miles. I took a slightly different route, had a couple of closed roads etc, so I know it ended up being over 900. I doubt it was 1000 though.
If I was gonna plan an Iron Butt ride ...
I'd wait till Jan or Feb when it's unbearably cold, take off on a Friday morning and head south. I'd spend that night in the Keys. Bum around on Saturday enjoying being warm. Perhaps Saturday night, we could ride up a bit north of Miami to shorten the trip home. Sunday we could ride home into the cold (but with a tan.) We might even be able to talk women into coming with us, given the destination. Or we could pick them up at the Miami airport. |
Bigdaddy
| | Posted on Thursday, November 22, 2007 - 07:29 am: |
|
I like the way you think Jim. Mapquest is showing 925 miles from my front door to Buffets place.
It's been nipple exploding (far from unbearable mind you ) cold every morning this week during my commute. |
Ulywife
| | Posted on Thursday, November 22, 2007 - 08:41 am: |
|
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! |
Jlnance
| | Posted on Thursday, November 22, 2007 - 09:34 am: |
|
Mapquest is showing 925 miles from my front door to Buffets place.
You can ride to Raleigh first if you want to get the mileage up.
Happy Thanksgiving All |
U4euh
| | Posted on Thursday, November 22, 2007 - 10:19 am: |
|
Hoping all goes well with the motor transplant, I'm in. I like Jim's idea, head south! Only prob I would have would be shedding gear. I know I could do it on the S with no problems, well w/little problems anyway. But we'll see what else comes up.
Happy ThanksGiving to all. |