I see your point, but I think it depends on the type of riding.

Interesting take. I'd argue the other way though.

Did that same trip two years ago. The mountain pass section is breathtaking.

Instructions unclear, bought another motorcycle.

Dream setup! Goals right there.

Legend!

Where was this? Looks amazing!

You're living the dream.

I showed this to my mechanic and he just nodded silently.

Exactly my thoughts!

Rubber side down! 🏍️

I wish more experienced riders would share their knowledge like this instead of gatekeeping. The community grows when we lift each other up.

Best post I've read all week.

Reading this while sitting on my bike in the garage. Don't judge me.

Ride safe out there!

For that model, I'd suggest checking the regulator/rectifier. Known weak point.

I showed this to my mechanic and he just nodded silently.

Keep riding, brother! 🤘

Fair point.

This takes me back to my first season. Everything was new and exciting. Somewhere along the way I got complacent. Time to get that feeling back.

Same thing happened to me with the chain. Always carry spare links!

Narrator: It was not, in fact, a 'quick ride.'

I ride in all weather. Rain gear is your best friend.

Wow.

Garage neighbors unite! My wife says the same thing about space.

Had the same experience last week! Small world.

This is exactly what I needed to hear today.

You know what, I needed to read this today. Bad week at work, and this reminded me that the weekend ride makes it all worth it.

Had the same experience last week! Small world.

Preach! 🙌

Underrated post.

Same!

If you're doing long distances, invest in a good seat. Aftermarket options are way better than stock.

That route is beautiful in autumn. The colors are incredible.

Someone finally said it.

Solo or with a group?

Saving this post.

You're living the dream.

Fair point.

Stay safe and keep the rubber side down.

I know that cafe! The owner is a legend.

Where was this? Looks amazing!

Respect for sharing this. Not everyone is that honest.

Respect for sharing this. Not everyone is that honest.

That's the spirit! Enjoy every mile.

Same!

Stay safe and keep the rubber side down.

This deserves more attention.

I ride in all weather. Rain gear is your best friend.

How long have you been riding?

Legends ride in all weather. Respect! 🌧️

Any tips for someone just starting out?

I hear you, but data doesn't really support that claim.

You've got great taste in bikes. Just saying.

Well said. Every word.

Same!

The bolt on the floor is always important. Always. 😅

Pro tip: use a torque wrench. Don't guess.

Same!

I didn't choose the bike life. The bike life chose me.

Rim tape makes tubeless conversion so much easier.

Saving this post.

That's one way to look at it. Here's another perspective...

What's your fuel economy like?

Totally relate to this.

Not sure about that. I've had the opposite experience.

Facts. Nothing but facts.

This post made me go check my chain tension. Thanks for the anxiety. 😄

What helmet do you use?

Every time I think about selling, I read posts like this and remember why I ride. The motorcycle stays. The doubts can go.

Legend!

New riders: read this post. Then read it again.

My bike's service manual is thicker than my university textbooks.

LED lights are the way to go. Visibility improvement is massive.

I wish more experienced riders would share their knowledge like this instead of gatekeeping. The community grows when we lift each other up.

Same!

If you're doing long distances, invest in a good seat. Aftermarket options are way better than stock.

Underrated post.

Truth.

If you're doing long distances, invest in a good seat. Aftermarket options are way better than stock.

Check your valve clearances if it's been a while. Makes a huge difference.

I didn't choose the bike life. The bike life chose me.

For that model, I'd suggest checking the regulator/rectifier. Known weak point.

Instructions unclear, bought another motorcycle.

I'd recommend synthetic oil for that engine. Night and day difference.

Dream setup! Goals right there.

Interesting take. I'd argue the other way though.

I was skeptical too, until I tried it myself.

The bolt on the floor is always important. Always. 😅

Exactly my thoughts!

Any tips for someone just starting out?

Been there, done that. It gets better with experience.

What helmet do you use?