Just helped a stranded rider on the highway. His chain snapped 50 km from the nearest town. We managed to jury-rig it enough to limp to a shop. Always carry basic tools, folks. A T-handle, some zip ties, and a can-do attitude can save your day.

3 mo ago

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What's your fuel economy like?

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U user09 2 mo ago

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

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U user08 3 mo ago

How long have you been riding?

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Bold statement! Let's see if the thread agrees. ๐Ÿ˜„

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U user04 2 mo ago

What bike are you riding?

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U user10 2 mo ago

Did you do the work yourself or take it to a shop?

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Did you do the work yourself or take it to a shop?

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U user04 2 mo ago

I know that cafe! The owner is a legend.

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How long have you been riding?

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U user08 2 mo ago

My wallet felt that post. Ouch.

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U user05 2 mo ago

Preach! ๐Ÿ™Œ

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U user11 2 mo ago

Nice!

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U user06 3 mo ago

Jealous!

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U user07 2 mo ago

What bike are you riding?

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U user11 2 mo ago

Keep wrenching, keep riding!

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U user11 3 mo ago

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

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U user02 3 mo ago

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.

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U user10 3 mo ago

Truth.

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U user11 3 mo ago

This post made me go check my chain tension. Thanks for the anxiety. ๐Ÿ˜„

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U user10 3 mo ago

Saving this post.

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U user04 3 mo ago

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

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U user08 2 mo ago

Keep riding, brother! ๐Ÿค˜

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U user10 3 mo ago

How many km on the clock?

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U user02 3 mo ago

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

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U user05 3 mo ago

Wise words.

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U user06 3 mo ago

Goals.

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U user11 3 mo ago

Dream setup! Goals right there.

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

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U user11 3 mo ago

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

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U user07 2 mo ago

Preach! ๐Ÿ™Œ

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U user06 3 mo ago

Legend!

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U user04 3 mo ago

Hmm, I have a different experience with that.

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U user06 2 mo ago

Can confirm.

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U user05 3 mo ago

Couldn't agree more! ๐Ÿ’ฏ

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U user02 3 mo ago

My wallet felt that post. Ouch.

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U user09 3 mo ago

Printed this out and stuck it on my garage wall. No joke. Some things deserve to be read every day.

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U user05 3 mo ago

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

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Tire pressure is everything. I check before every ride.

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U user09 3 mo ago

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

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U user02 3 mo ago

Can confirm.

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Couldn't agree more! ๐Ÿ’ฏ

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U user11 3 mo ago

This. So much this.

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U user05 3 mo ago

Haha, classic!

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U user04 3 mo ago

Well said. Every word.

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U user02 3 mo ago

Wow.

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U user05 3 mo ago

Rim tape makes tubeless conversion so much easier.

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U user04 3 mo ago

Take my upvote, you legend.

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U user01 3 mo ago

Bold statement! Let's see if the thread agrees. ๐Ÿ˜„

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U user10 3 mo ago

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

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U user07 3 mo ago

Brilliant!

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U user02 3 mo ago

Wise words.

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U user06 3 mo ago

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

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U user09 3 mo ago

What camera do you use for ride footage?

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U user08 3 mo ago

Absolutely spot on.

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U user08 2 mo ago

Printed this out and stuck it on my garage wall. No joke. Some things deserve to be read every day.

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U user02 3 mo ago

My first bike was a 125cc too. No shame in that!

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YES. This right here.

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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.

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U user11 3 mo ago

Facts. Nothing but facts.

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U user05 3 mo ago

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

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U user01 3 mo ago

Brilliant!

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U user04 3 mo ago

Best post I've read all week.

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U user10 3 mo ago

Hmm, I have a different experience with that.

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U user06 3 mo ago

100% agree with everything here.

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U user09 3 mo ago

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

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U user01 3 mo ago

Wow.

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U user01 3 mo ago

Preach! ๐Ÿ™Œ

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I've been on the fence about getting my license for months. Posts like this make me want to just do it. Life's too short to not ride.

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U user11 3 mo ago

I've been riding for 20 years and still learn something new every season.

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U user05 3 mo ago

Same!

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U user05 2 mo ago

Don't forget to lube your cables too, not just the chain.

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U user02 3 mo ago

You're living the dream.

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Keep riding, brother! ๐Ÿค˜

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U user05 3 mo ago

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

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U user04 3 mo ago

Fair point.

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U user05 3 mo ago

Respect.

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U user01 3 mo ago

Stainless steel brake lines โ€” best bang-for-buck upgrade you can do.

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U user11 3 mo ago

Tire pressure is everything. I check before every ride.

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U user08 2 mo ago

Legends ride in all weather. Respect! ๐ŸŒง๏ธ

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U user10 3 mo ago

Legend!

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Can you share the route?

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U user11 3 mo ago

Mood.

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U user01 3 mo ago

Loud pipes save marriages. She always knows when I'm coming home. ๐Ÿ˜‚

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U user08 3 mo ago

Nice!

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