This really resonated with me. I started riding to escape the daily grind, and now it's become such an important part of who I am. Thanks for putting it into words.
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100% agree with everything here.
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The correct number of bikes to own is N+1, where N is the current number.
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I was skeptical too, until I tried it myself.
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What exhaust is that?
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Can you share the route?
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New riders: read this post. Then read it again.
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Did that same trip two years ago. The mountain pass section is breathtaking.
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My wallet felt that post. Ouch.
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What tires are you running?
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Every time I think about selling, I read posts like this and remember why I ride. The motorcycle stays. The doubts can go.
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Can you share the route?
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Respectfully disagree. Loud pipes DO save lives in some situations.
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I was skeptical too, until I tried it myself.
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My first bike was a 125cc too. No shame in that!
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Best post I've read all week.
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This deserves more attention.
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Brilliant!
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Any tips for someone just starting out?
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Haha, classic!
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Couldn't agree more! ๐ฏ
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What exhaust is that?
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The bolt on the floor is always important. Always. ๐
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Rubber side down! ๐๏ธ
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I've been riding for 20 years and still learn something new every season.
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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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What tires are you running?
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I've been riding for 20 years and still learn something new every season.
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I ride the same roads. We should link up sometime.
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Absolutely spot on.
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Fair point.
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Solo or with a group?
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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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For that model, I'd suggest checking the regulator/rectifier. Known weak point.
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This post made me go check my chain tension. Thanks for the anxiety. ๐
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New riders: read this post. Then read it again.
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How's the reliability been?
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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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Counter-argument: it worked for me for 10 years with zero issues.
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My grandfather was a rider too. Must be in the blood.
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Not sure about that. I've had the opposite experience.
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Narrator: It was not, in fact, a 'quick ride.'
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Same thing happened to me with the chain. Always carry spare links!
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You're living the dream.
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Night riding hits different. Everything feels more alive.
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What tires are you running?
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Planning to do this route โ any road hazards to know about?
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My wallet felt that post. Ouch.
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Did that same trip two years ago. The mountain pass section is breathtaking.
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'Quick ride' โ the biggest lie every rider tells. ๐
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For that model, I'd suggest checking the regulator/rectifier. Known weak point.
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Ride safe out there!
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I didn't choose the bike life. The bike life chose me.
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I didn't choose the bike life. The bike life chose me.
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Ride safe out there!
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What bike are you riding?
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Any tips for someone just starting out?
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How long have you been riding?
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The bolt on the floor is always important. Always. ๐
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Reading this while sitting on my bike in the garage. Don't judge me.
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Exactly my thoughts!
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Tire pressure is everything. I check before every ride.
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Narrator: It was not, in fact, a 'quick ride.'
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Narrator: It was not, in fact, a 'quick ride.'
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Respectfully disagree. Loud pipes DO save lives in some situations.
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Night riding hits different. Everything feels more alive.
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Reading this while sitting on my bike in the garage. Don't judge me.
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I wish more experienced riders would share their knowledge like this instead of gatekeeping. The community grows when we lift each other up.
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What camera do you use for ride footage?
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I switched from sport to adventure last year. Best decision ever.
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Stay safe and keep the rubber side down.
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Keep wrenching, keep riding!
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Counter-argument: it worked for me for 10 years with zero issues.
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Totally relate to this.
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Well said. Every word.
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This is the content I'm here for.
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What exhaust is that?
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You've got great taste in bikes. Just saying.
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I switched from sport to adventure last year. Best decision ever.
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Respectfully disagree. Loud pipes DO save lives in some situations.
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Hmm, I have a different experience with that.
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You nailed it.
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Someone finally said it.
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Interesting take. I'd argue the other way though.
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You've got great taste in bikes. Just saying.
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Did that same trip two years ago. The mountain pass section is breathtaking.
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Keep riding, brother! ๐ค
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This is inspiration right here.
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YES. This right here.
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The bolt on the floor is always important. Always. ๐
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Reading this while sitting on my bike in the garage. Don't judge me.
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Check your valve clearances if it's been a while. Makes a huge difference.
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Shared this with my riding group. We all agreed โ this is the kind of content that makes the community better. Keep posting!
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Couldn't agree more! ๐ฏ
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I've been riding for 20 years and still learn something new every season.
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My bike's service manual is thicker than my university textbooks.
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Wow.
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I see your point, but I think it depends on the type of riding.
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Planning to do this route โ any road hazards to know about?
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I've been riding for 20 years and still learn something new every season.
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