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sumfoo1
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I rode one around today for a while .... soo much fun!!!

7/15/2008 9:00:04 PM

lmnop
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I'm selling one if you are interested.

7/15/2008 9:14:34 PM

theDuke866
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what are you selling?

7/15/2008 9:15:11 PM

raiden
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yeah, post that shit.

7/15/2008 9:16:19 PM

Ernie
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I was going to buy a motorcycle yesterday, but the guy who was supposed to buy my car backed out at the last second. I wanted to punch him in the fucking throat.

7/15/2008 9:16:25 PM

lmnop
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1970 Honda CL 350. I plan to get pics in the next couple days. Brand new rattle can paint job, rebuilt carbs, new battery.

7/15/2008 9:16:55 PM

sumfoo1
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yeah mine will be an extra vehicle

7/15/2008 9:16:55 PM

sumfoo1
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yeah i'd love to see it

7/15/2008 9:43:36 PM

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how much for that 350?

7/15/2008 9:44:48 PM

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7/15/2008 11:51:24 PM

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7/15/2008 11:52:47 PM

Ernie
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I want this

7/20/2008 12:42:20 AM

Jen
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I got my motorcycle license on Friday

7/20/2008 12:43:40 AM

theDuke866
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sweet

what kind of bike are you gonna get?

7/20/2008 12:45:24 AM

Jen
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I have a honda rebel, nothing to write home about but its something for me to learn on. I guess we are going to get something else after I have some experience on this one

7/20/2008 12:47:34 AM

ScHpEnXeL
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niiice

7/20/2008 12:48:13 AM

theDuke866
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^^ good call

learn on an old, cheap, slow beater

then get something decent but still used, but still not too big and not too powerful

7/20/2008 12:51:37 AM

datman
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whats the process of getting a bike and your license and everything

7/20/2008 12:52:55 AM

Ernie
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To get a permit, just pass the eye exam and written exam. Only stipulation is that you can't carry passengers. The permit's good for 18 months, you can get your full license any time by passing the riding exam.

To get a bike, buy a bike.

7/20/2008 12:54:33 AM

Jen
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it sure is slow alright

im renting a softail in august and im stoked. If you want to avoid having to take the driving portion of the exam at the DMV you can take the drivers course at johnston county community college or at Ray Price. After that go to the DMV and take the test to get the endorsement


Unless you dont know how to ride its kinda silly to get the permit though. Its $15 when the endorsement is $1.25 and all you gotta do is take the written exams

[Edited on July 20, 2008 at 1:03 AM. Reason : s]

7/20/2008 1:00:58 AM

MetalRed
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^^Cant you just renew the permit? I know poeple that have been riding for years on just a permit.

7/20/2008 1:03:12 AM

theDuke866
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^^ you have to take the riding test to get the endorsement. if you know how to ride, it's not hard, but especially on a sportbike, i can see how a fairly inexperienced rider could struggle with i (especially the slalom--on a sportbike, at least, you need to be aggressive and go through it fast enough that the bike countersteers properly. if you try to pussyfoot through there slowly, the bike just wallows around, and it's kinda tough. if they still do the stop/start without putting a foot down, that could be tough for a new rider, too).

of course, all of those drills in the test are of questionable value in the real world, and you could certainly pass the tests and be completely incompetant as a motorcyclists, but that's the DMV for you.

^ yes, you can just keep on renewing it.

7/20/2008 1:40:51 AM

Ernie
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"Cant you just renew the permit? I know poeple that have been riding for years on just a permit."


Yeah, you can renew it indefinitely, but it's still only valid for 18 months.

7/20/2008 1:53:04 AM

datman
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so basically

i go to the dmv and take the written portion and eye exam
get a bike, ride around. learn what to do
then go back, pay how much, and get the full license

7/20/2008 2:03:01 AM

Ernie
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I heard the NCDMV has a website now

7/20/2008 2:06:06 AM

datman
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haha, yea

7/20/2008 2:06:42 AM

ALkatraz
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http://www.xcitebike.com
I want to test ride this.

[Edited on July 20, 2008 at 9:02 AM. Reason : tags]

7/20/2008 9:01:59 AM

lewoods
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I need a check for my bike.

Mofo ran it over on June 29th and I am still BSing with Nationwide trying to get a fair price.

7/20/2008 9:52:04 AM

catalyst
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I'm selling a 2007 Suzuki SV650s, red w/ only 750 miles

7/20/2008 9:57:41 AM

hershculez
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I'll be getting rid of my Marauder soon. I'll post it up here in case you're interested

7/20/2008 10:37:31 AM

sumfoo1
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http://charlotte.craigslist.org/mcy/764351143.html

7/22/2008 9:21:50 AM

quagmire02
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i miss my nighthawk 650

7/22/2008 9:22:52 AM

evan
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"I'm selling a 2007 Suzuki SV650s, red w/ only 750 miles"


o rly

i may be interested

7/22/2008 9:24:21 AM

Fareako
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^^^^ How much are you looking to ask?

7/22/2008 9:28:27 AM

SymeGuy69
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I got my motorcycle license on Friday



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Oh dear God, I hope you can balance better than you spell.

7/22/2008 9:30:33 AM

HockeyRoman
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Purchasing a motorcycle has been one of the best investments I have ever made. Pretty much because I viewed it in a very pragmatic fashion. I saw it as a credit building exercise as well as a way to save a lot on gas (which I get about 70mpg). It may be tough to find the best new bike for you now in the middle of July because with gas prices and it being summer I am sure that bikes are flying out the door. You should definitely follow the plan already laid out which is to get your permit and then look at getting a bike.

Some people like the notion of buying a used bike so that if you crash it while learning then you didn't junk a brand new vehicle. This philosophy works for some people but it is ultimately up to you. Just take your time while learning and always ride as if you can not be seen.

7/22/2008 7:06:53 PM

sumfoo1
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Yeah thanks man ... i'm planning on getting my license soon. i'm thinking monday august 4th then i'm going to take the classes @ the local community college i may not buy a bike till winter when all these people are making payments on something they can't drive and go .


What kinda bike do you have??

7/22/2008 7:09:58 PM

HockeyRoman
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I have a 2006 Suzuki GS500F. Although it is a 2006 I bought it brand new from the dealership in March of '08 so by winter time or even spring you may get lucky to find a new '07 that they are trying to push out the door and get a great deal on like I did.

7/22/2008 8:13:30 PM

d7freestyler
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^^ get you a scooter like me and we can start a gang!

7/22/2008 8:29:37 PM

Mr. Joshua
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The Dark Knight convinced me that my next bike needs to pop out of the front of my car whenever it breaks down.

7/22/2008 8:32:14 PM

ncsukat
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I'm thinking very seriously about selling my SV I love my bike, but I think I may have to sell in order to afford next semester

Jen- CONGRATS! That is AWESOME!!

I kept my permit the entire 18 months b/c I had no need to get the endorsement (didn't intend to have any passengers). Finally got the endorsement last summer just before selling the Rebel.

7/22/2008 8:43:56 PM

lewoods
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Sumfoo, if you can wait until winter definitely do it. Best way to get a deal on a bike is when it's cold and people just got their credit card bill from Christmas.

I'm hoping I can find another 250 this winter, but might not have the cash for it. Depends on how much money I can make this semester at a part time job. Wonder if being a server at a titty bar pays well. If it'll make the difference between getting a bike or not I'll do anything that's legal.

7/22/2008 8:49:07 PM

hershculez
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Quote :
"^^^^ How much are you looking to ask?"


2500

7/22/2008 9:02:28 PM

sumfoo1
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scooters don't do interstates welll.

7/22/2008 9:12:22 PM

ctbekrid
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Best way to get a motorcycle endorsement is to take the safety foundation course... One of the best classes you'll ever take.

7/22/2008 9:48:40 PM

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^^lol going down 85 out of charlotte this morning i swear to god i saw a moped looking thing staying with traffic.. looked pretty dangerous tho

7/22/2008 9:50:08 PM

sumfoo1
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^^ taking one on the last weekend in august

7/22/2008 10:20:37 PM

killer tofu
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what's the deal with scooters? do you need a license to drive them?

[Edited on July 22, 2008 at 10:23 PM. Reason : j]

7/22/2008 10:21:23 PM

lewoods
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"^^lol going down 85 out of charlotte this morning i swear to god i saw a moped looking thing staying with traffic.. looked pretty dangerous tho "

They make 400 and 650cc scooters. I'd never buy one. More expensive than a bike of the same displacement and the whole automatic thing just annoys me.

7/22/2008 10:24:23 PM

sumfoo1
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hahah i think over 50cc you do need a license but i'm not sure

7/22/2008 10:24:56 PM

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