Which Bike would you choose? - Page 2

No Worries · 06-13-2012, 12:21 AM

Ten days? I would take the ST and none of the interstates. I'd probably cross back and forth several times across the Appalachians before I got into DC.

nhgunnut · 06-13-2012, 05:48 AM

For me It would be the ST . It suits my riding style is heavy enough to smooth out the bumps, has good handling a power curve that lends itself to superb touring.

Gas Man · 06-13-2012, 08:18 AM

It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...

azoomm · 06-13-2012, 08:39 AM

I gave my choices. They have assigned me to a Honda ST.

I don't get a choice on the route. I don't get to choose where we stop. I won't have personal time. But, I'll be on a motorcycle for 10 days as a chaperone and lead/tail rider.

I look forward to it.

Trip · 06-13-2012, 09:25 AM

dumb question, ST is the only answer

give me a shout if yall come through Chatty or the surrounding area.

defector · 06-13-2012, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by azoomm

I look forward to it.

No shit, that's pretty awesome. I could think of a lot worse things to do for 10 days.

Gas Man · 06-13-2012, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by azoomm

I gave my choices. They have assigned me to a Honda ST.

I don't get a choice on the route. I don't get to choose where we stop. I won't have personal time. But, I'll be on a motorcycle for 10 days as a chaperone and lead/tail rider.

I look forward to it.

Regardless of which you end up riding...

That sounds like you have NONE of the stressers... just ride.

Sounds PERFECT!!

tommymac · 06-13-2012, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Gas Man

It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...

probably doesnt help that youre only 4 feet tall

pauldun170 · 06-13-2012, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Gas Man

It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...

Could it be that your just use to the setup typical of many cruisers.
I couldn't get comfortable on the HD's I've ridden (not use to my feet being out front). Come to think of it...I can never sit still in a lazy boy either

tommymac · 06-13-2012, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by pauldun170

Could it be that your just use to the setup typical of many cruisers.
I couldn't get comfortable on the HD's I've ridden (not use to my feet being out front). Come to think of it...I can never sit still in a lazy boy either

He did come from riding sportbikes. I too find it difficult to fathom riding with my feet forward like that and am sure it takes some getting used to. I am sure Chris will chime in with his expierences in making that transition.

06-13-2012, 05:48 AM	#12
nhgunnut gun totin redneck Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: South West New Hampshire Moto: turbo busa 999 Duc Goldwing & Victory Posts: 1,130	For me It would be the ST . It suits my riding style is heavy enough to smooth out the bumps, has good handling a power curve that lends itself to superb touring. __________________ Evolution requires a body count, Count or be Counted!

06-13-2012, 08:18 AM	#13
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either... __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

06-13-2012, 12:21 AM	#11
No Worries Keyboard Racer Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mile High City Moto: Old Superbikes Posts: 1,016	Ten days? I would take the ST and none of the interstates. I'd probably cross back and forth several times across the Appalachians before I got into DC.

06-13-2012, 08:39 AM	#14
azoomm moderator chick Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hill Country TX Moto: Pasta Rockets Posts: 8,917	I gave my choices. They have assigned me to a Honda ST. I don't get a choice on the route. I don't get to choose where we stop. I won't have personal time. But, I'll be on a motorcycle for 10 days as a chaperone and lead/tail rider. I look forward to it.

06-13-2012, 09:25 AM	#15
Trip Hold mah beer! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 80 Miles South of Moto Heaven Moto: 08 R1200GS Posts: 23,268	dumb question, ST is the only answer give me a shout if yall come through Chatty or the surrounding area.