luvtolean

The writer doesn't know anybody killed by a sidestand.

"Intellectuals solve problems; geniuses prevent them. " -Albert Einstein

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DrHall

Saw that too. It was disturbing.

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SheepOfBlue

It just hit me that a certain someone should do a letter to the editor as to WHY they are wrong. Maybe it will get printed and help someone

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CBR929RE

I also think the author needs to be shown a Baxley Sport Chock. if you aren't running tire warmers there's no need to fumble for a rear stand, just ride in and get off.

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gt702

That nice product gets a good review in the same issue ... now the author just needs to read

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CBR929RE

I didn't even get that far into it yet.

I got my sport chock just after christmas. about a month ago a friend bought a bike and asked if I pick it up for him cause I have a truck. I think I was almost as excited to use my chock and new ramp as he was to get a new bike.

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tigerblade

I hope you know I'm just messing with Abtech... j

I'm a firm believer in doing everything you can to stay safe. I couldn't believe that was in the article.

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Seems that doomsday's come early this year

abtech

and this is coming from someone that needs to have his "body" tech'd before getting out on the track . . .

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FrenchieR6

Hey, I will know before april 15 is I can make it this year and if I can then I will share a garage with you for sure.

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CBR929RE

I haven't sent my check yet so want me to get the garage? I'll hold the spot for you till you are sure. so far it'd be me, you and probably JH41. and if I can convince ScottieDucati to come.

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FrenchieR6

Sounds like a plan. But no hangging this year now

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CBR929RE

I had nothing to do with that. that was those rascal cajuns doin.

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ScottieDucati

I'm still trying to figure out if this is a GO, had a nice chat about abtech about possibly lending some help to ya'll setting up suspension and what not, and CBR929RE is on my arse for a car pool... I'll keep you all posted, stupid motorcycles costing stupid money.... gah!

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Jetbdude

That would be AWESOME

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CBR929RE

what kind of friend would I be if I let you let this opportunity for some of the most fun you'll ever have slip away

moneywise I bet you're gonna spend more money on your trip to VIR next week then you will for 3 days out in MI. and I'm talking total cost of the trip, everything included (track time, food, hotel, etc)

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ScottieDucati

As I just explained to abtech....

In one of those not-really-paying-attention moments, I was reminded today by the "other half" that I had said, "that's fine" to a proposed departure date for a vacation with her parents and we leave July 1st, and the flights are already booked. Problem is with her parents in Europe, she needs to book these things well in advance and well, I didn't put 2 and 2 together at the time... especially as I've been busy getting things sorted for a season-opening trackday at VIR in a week.

I am *INCREDIBLY* bummed out about this, as I was working the #'s and it all seemed to be coming together.

Man am I bummed. I was looking forward to meetin you guys and maybe even helping out a bit with setup / riding tips...

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seamus

Fly out of Detroit and ride for a day or two.

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JH41

That sucks that you cant come Scottie. Aside from the obvious gas savings to all... track road trips like that have always been more fun with more people in the car.

RE, are you sending the garage money or do you want me to send it?

-jh

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CBR929RE

I was gonna write out the check today so I'll take care of it. guess its just me and you for the ride.

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gt702

+1, Detroit (DTW) is only about 3 hours from the track. Or, if you need to get back to use your original tickets, you might be able to take something small out of Grand Rapids ... and then let CBR929 take your stuff home for you

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CBR929RE

from what I hear about his bike it might never make it back to his house

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slickwill

If ya'll want to swing through Iowa I'll help out with the gas costs. It's only a little out of the way.

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