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For Sale/Wanted to Buy / 2009 Kawasaki ER6N (650)
« on: April 03, 2012, 03:56:35 PM »
Pristine condition! low miles. Great bike, fun to ride!

Posting for a friend, PM me for contact information

Review here: http://www.motorcycl...view-88238.html

$4750.00

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Safety and Riding Tips / Re: Normal Skills are normally enough....
« on: April 03, 2012, 03:32:50 PM »
Hmmm, obviously I copied the wrong case study!!

http://www.msgroup.org/CASESTUDY1.aspx?num=9

this is the one that I was referencing...  sorry 'bout that!

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Safety and Riding Tips / Normal Skills are normally enough....
« on: April 03, 2012, 02:21:49 PM »
I was out on the Motorcycle Safety site and came across this case study. 

http://www.msgroup.org/CASESTUDY1.aspx?nu=9

EDIT:  PLEASE SEE THIS CASE STUDY:  http://www.msgroup.org/CASESTUDY1.aspx?num=9

I think that this goes along with the 'wrong place, right time' scenario I mentioned in the other thread. 

Of course, the study does not state what, (if any) protective gear said motorcyclist was wearing at the time of the accident. 

There are several other interesting Case Studies to ponder....  thought some of you may enjoy.

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Safety and Riding Tips / Re: The Difference Between Being Careful and Being Safe
« on: April 03, 2012, 11:58:41 AM »
I think we all like to think that we are being 'careful' and 'safe', but accidents can and will happen under even the best of circumstances.  Practicing safe riding and keeping up to date on your skills will certainly help you become a better rider, but it won't prevent you from becoming a statistic in the 'wrong place, right time' situation. 

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General Banter / Re: An offer on tires (installation)
« on: April 02, 2012, 03:55:45 PM »
Quote from: Jam-Bro on April 02, 2012, 03:06:13 PM
Speaking of tires, who's got the best prices? Looking for frnts and rears..

Lloyd just got a huge shipment in.  You can PM him for pricing and to see if he has what you want....

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General Banter / Re: What's It All About?
« on: March 30, 2012, 09:00:08 AM »
Quote from: mngir1 on March 24, 2012, 09:05:46 AM
BTW folks, this thread was intended to share the JOY of riding.  I'd love to hear some humorous
stories or memorable moments and see some pics.  Pretty please?    :-*
~ d


Darcy and new forum members,
I thought I'd post up a link to a great trip that a few of us went on last summer to Copper Harbor, MI.  Those that went were Vince, Mike Duluth, DucMan (Jon), Joel and myself.  (we actually went again in September too)

We had a little bit of a wet start to the trip, but all in all we had a really great time.  Mike is from Duluth and that was our starting point.  Mike was our unofficial group leader/organizer and showed us some really great roads.   

If there are those that have never done this trip, it's very worthwhile and a beautiful area! 

enjoy!

http://s73.photobucket.com/albums/i218/DenyseB/Bikes/2011/Copper%20Harbor%20Michigan/

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General Banter / Re: An Offer and a Challenge For Those Who Want Feedback on Their Riding
« on: March 30, 2012, 08:10:04 AM »
I'm hopeful that alot of forum members will take you up on this offer!  I would love to participate as well.  I'm a firm believer that you can never have too much knowledge.  Pencil me in sometime. 

PS.  I'm really liking the new dialogue that seems to be coming into the group.  Keeping a positive, open mind to riding better and smarter will only benefit all of us. 

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General Banter / Re: Rain Riding Gear Recommendations?
« on: March 26, 2012, 03:19:52 PM »
Quote from: vince on March 26, 2012, 03:14:59 PM
I actually like riding in the rain too. NOT!

Hmmmm, really??  I bet I have pictures to prove otherwise.   :)  LOL!

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General Banter / Re: The Answer to Whether You Can Join a Ride Posted on the Forum
« on: March 26, 2012, 03:08:03 PM »
Quote from: Mike Duluth on March 26, 2012, 02:26:41 PM
I personally think that if it is a group ride, it's a group ride. I think waiting to make sure everyone has made it through the last leg of the ride is very important. I know when we do group rides on sleds at each stop we make sure that everyone is there. If things go wrong for a rider (and they do go wrong) I for one would be pretty pissed if you all just left me lay there to bleed out. These are very dangerous sports we participate in and if you think the most important thing when someone turns up missing is that they can read and follow a route sheet! Come on you guys, if that is truely how you think, again I have picked the wrong people to ride with.
    I'm pretty sure that most of you I ride with on here would not leave another rider behind. For those that would leave a fellow rider behind, I suggest you come riding sleds with us and you will understand the true meaning of group riding.
    I ride with all of you because I want to be part of a group ride. If I wanted to ride my own ride I would ride by myself. I do know what you mean by riding your own ride, but I do ride with all of you because I want to be part of this group.

I do have to agree with Mike on this... I know that I go on rides because I like the comraderie we share.  I will always make sure that we don't leave anyone behind and oftentimes I'll hang at the back of the pack to ensure that there isn't too much gap between the group and that last person.  I've also been known to go back looking for someone if I notice that they have dropped off the pace.  You never know what could have happened to them.  It's just common courtesy and respect for another fellow rider. 

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General Banter / Re: The Answer to Whether You Can Join a Ride Posted on the Forum
« on: March 26, 2012, 01:34:03 PM »
Maybe we can look into utilizing the same sort of idea that the CRA uses for it's newer racers?  It's call "Adopt a Newbie"  Perhaps pairing up a seasoned rider with a newer rider would allow said NEWB to shadow for a ride or two and learn some of the finer aspects of what we strive to be. 

I know that I have at times brought a newer or less experienced rider along with me on some of these rides.  I tend to let them know the details prior to the ride and talk about riding thier own ride and pace.  Oftentimes after the ride, we'll get together and let him/her ask questions and talk about what they thought of the ride and most importantly if they had fun.  I may mention things that I saw that perhaps they wouldn't readily notice themselves and offer some pointers/tips.  I won't hesitate to ask or suggest that we drop back or even leave a certain ride if I feel that the said rider is having difficulties with the pace and/or the conditions.  It's about the safety and comfortabilty of ALL the riders on said ride. 

Of course, I'm by no means an expert, but I know that having someone take an interest in you as a rider is very beneficial,  helps you grow and provides you with a mentor that you are comfortable with.   I know that I appreciated being able to ride with more experienced riders when I first began riding back in the late 80's.  I still do and I think we all can learn something if only we keep an open mind to doing so. 

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General Banter / Re: The Answer to Whether You Can Join a Ride Posted on the Forum
« on: March 25, 2012, 06:20:54 AM »
Andy, that was very well written & I totally agree with you.  Thank you for your time & effort into putting into words what I haven't been able to.  I will have more to share on this subject when I have access from an actual computer & not just my phone.  For those of you with access to Facebook, I wrote a piece on riding that I will share here when I'm able to upload it. 

I for one think change is good.... we don't grow if we don't step outside our comfort zone.

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Introductions / Re: New to the Group from Plymouth, MN
« on: March 19, 2012, 04:52:22 PM »
Quote from: noobie on March 19, 2012, 04:39:14 PM
Thanks for that info.  I noticed on another forum I missed the meeting they had this past weekend for new racers.  Hopefully I can still get started before the season starts.

Yes, the CRA thread on the MNSBR forum should give you all the information you need.  If you have a specific question, just ask, someone will be able to fill you in. 

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Introductions / Re: New to the Group from Plymouth, MN
« on: March 19, 2012, 04:34:52 PM »
Welcome James! 

CRA (Central Roadracing Association) is our local racing organization and ZARS (Zalusky Advanced Riding School) is our local Trackday organization. 

Lots of good riding in the area....  watch the group ride section and join us.

~Denyse

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Introductions / Re: ANSR!~Another Northern Suburbs Rider
« on: March 12, 2012, 02:20:03 PM »
Welcome!  see you on a ride at some point I'm sure.
~D

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Introductions / Re: Noob to the group from Wyoming, MN
« on: March 05, 2012, 08:00:21 AM »
Hi Wade, welcome to the forum.... enjoy your stay and hope to meet you on a ride this season!
~Denyse

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