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DarkStarr · 10-24-07, 11:54 PM

What do you plan to do with your bikes this winter? Ride no matter what? Storage? Keep it ready to ride incase a nice day pops up?

I am not sure what I am going to do yet.

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bnuk · 10-25-07, 11:29 AM

I plan on riding till it is in the 30s in the morning. I have a big garage so I'll keep it ready to go unless I get bored and take it apart. I've got a few projects lined up for it this winter.

If it is anything like last year, there will be days where it gets warm enough to ride.

Draconius · 10-25-07, 01:23 PM

I'm riding mine int he winter...just put the lining back in the jacket and my winter gloves and I am good to go!

tony · 10-25-07, 02:00 PM

Riding winter too

DarkStarr · 10-25-07, 09:12 PM

I am thinking I might ride in winter as well. If it is not ridden that day, should it at least be started?

Megatron · 10-26-07, 01:58 AM

No winter riding here in NW Illinois. It gets waaay too cold. Right after Thanksgiving, it's going to the dealership for sort of free winter storage.

They'll prep the bike for storage in their facility. In the spring, they'll bring it out and fully prep it for riding again. Pick up and delivery to your home via trailer.

The catch is that you have to spend $300 with them over the winter. Purchases can include parts, labor, gear, etc. Between some scheduled maintenance items and gear/accessory purchases, I'll hit that $300 mark. Might as well take advantage of the storage.

James3370 · 10-28-07, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Draconius

I'm riding mine int he winter...just put the lining back in the jacket and my winter gloves and I am good to go!

sorry, but cali-winter isn't really "winter" riding.

before my bike got the 2 of us in the fight w/ the tree, i rode a little in the winter...as long as it wasn't ball-shriveling cold & the road was in decent condition.

i kept it inside in the winter, so i never reaslly did the winter storage service. it stayed in the 2nd bedroom of my apt & once a week (usually sunday) i'd roll it out on the back porch & start it up & let it run for 10-15 minutes to get the motor warmed up & all the fluids recirculated. & like i said....i'd take it out for a quick ride weather permitting to get some heat in the tires.

invest in a good set of front & rear stands if you plan on letting it sit for an extended period in one place. this applies to any time of the year. in fact, mine stayed up on the stands year round if it was gonna sit for more than a day or 2. i got mine from Redline Stands. they are also quite useful for routine maintence, tire chanes, etc

HERE is a set on ebay for $75 + s/h....one hell of a deal!!!!

bnuk · 10-29-07, 07:25 AM

wooo, I just in to work and it 30 this morning. I wasn't really cold but I don't think I will do that again. it was foggy out and so I had a LOT of trouble keeping my mask clear, by the time I got to work there was ice on my gloves, jacket and patns and ice all over the front of the bike.

I put on enough stuff to keep me warm but it took me like 10 minutes to get dressed up. So maybe only when it is 35+.

DarkStarr · 10-29-07, 07:51 AM

30* here as well, I'm goin for it.. heh

Integra89 · 10-29-07, 11:19 AM

as long as the road is dry/salt free i'm riding..

bnuk · 10-29-07, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megatron

No winter riding here in NW Illinois. It gets waaay too cold. Right after Thanksgiving, it's going to the dealership for sort of free winter storage.

They'll prep the bike for storage in their facility. In the spring, they'll bring it out and fully prep it for riding again. Pick up and delivery to your home via trailer.

The catch is that you have to spend $300 with them over the winter. Purchases can include parts, labor, gear, etc. Between some scheduled maintenance items and gear/accessory purchases, I'll hit that $300 mark. Might as well take advantage of the storage.

Thats a pretty good deal especially with all the service they are doing.

Megatron · 10-30-07, 08:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bnuk

Thats a pretty good deal especially with all the service they are doing.

It's not bad at all.

From their standpoint, it drums up business they wouldn't normally have during the winter months.

Megatron · 11-01-07, 08:17 AM

Just rode into work this morning. Started out at 6:30am, the sun had not risen yet, and it was 36 degrees out and breezy.

I think I've found my riding limit. It was not fun at all.

DarkStarr · 11-01-07, 04:30 PM

It was 30 the other morning, rode.. no like. 35 the next day, still sucked. I think today was high 40's, that wasn't too bad.

bnuk · 11-01-07, 06:10 PM

my jacket and gloves seem to work pretty well. even down to the low 30s i haven't really been cold, I just throw on an 2nd pair of pants and a bandanna. only problem is my helmet really sucks and it fogs up, especially in western PA where it's foggy just about every morning. granted my commute is only like 15 min.

DarkStarr · 11-01-07, 08:57 PM

what side of pittsburgh are you on?

bnuk · 11-01-07, 10:18 PM

not exactly pittsburgh, I'm in the Beaver Falls area. If you ever go riding north of the city let me know though.

DarkStarr · 11-02-07, 11:37 AM

Holy crap dude, I live 15 minutes away.

DarkStarr · 11-07-07, 12:32 AM

Your name doesn't happen to be Rick, does it? If it is, and you're married.. is your wife Linda? A lady by that name is buying my Rebel, and she happens to live in Beaver Falls as well.

Just checking!

bnuk · 11-07-07, 06:48 AM

sweet, where do you live then? and no, name is not rick.

R_Squared · 11-07-07, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Draconius

I'm riding mine int he winter...just put the lining back in the jacket and my winter gloves and I am good to go!

Quote:

Originally Posted by tony

Riding winter too

LOL @ winter riding in Cali.

DarkStarr · 11-07-07, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bnuk

sweet, where do you live then? and no, name is not rick.

Baden, up the hill from Punks Ice Cream on 65.

JGordon · 11-09-07, 01:24 PM

There will be enough nice days here to ride, the biggest problem is all the sand & salt they put on the roads. No fun skittering across san while making a turn.

But I should still be able to get out often enough to keep from having to prep the bike for storage. Supposed to be gorgeous this weekend, I think I'll talk a little ride up through the mountains.

ISP James · 11-13-07, 08:53 PM

i havent winterized my bike yet but i should, it is in my parents garage 45 minutes away from my house so it isnt too likely that i will ride before next spring. i'll probably just have my dad fire it up for me once a week to get the fluids moving and make sure the battery doesnt freeze up on me

bnuk · 11-14-07, 07:03 PM

yeah i rode out to meet some people from work for dinner and didn't leave till like 10:30. it was soooo cold, and I only had 1 pair of pants on, it took 2 hours for my legs to return to a normal temperature.

Megatron · 11-15-07, 10:07 AM

I dropped off my bike at the dealership for winter storage & maintenance. I rode 12.5 miles in 36 degree weather w/35mph winds. At first I thought I was bringing in my bike too early, but after that cold miserable ride I'm sure that I did the right thing.

She's in storage until the latest, March 31. Seems like forever.

They did have a 2004 Honda 599 at the dealership, 4,200 miles. It took all my self control not to start wheelin and dealin.

I've got an itch for either the 599 or 919. While I like my VLX, I'm not sure whether or not I'll stick with the v-twin crusier style bike.

bnuk · 11-15-07, 11:50 AM

yeah I like those a lot ^

My main gripe is that 25 years after my bike was made the efficiency of these is pretty pathetic. My 4dr. civc gets better mpg than the hornet. when you really think about that it is retarded.

JGordon · 11-15-07, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megatron

I've got an itch for either the 599 or 919. While I like my VLX, I'm not sure whether or not I'll stick with the v-twin crusier style bike.

I really like that 919. That might be my next bike when I'm done with the Bandit.

e.l. jefe · 10-09-08, 03:18 PM

I plan on riding through the winter unless there is snow on the ground. We'll see tho. i may chicken out. wind chill FTL.

DarkStarr · 10-10-08, 01:08 AM

Make sure you protect everything dude! Also, get a neck gaiter as well!

10-25-07, 11:29 AM	#2
bnuk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh. Posts: 1,863	I plan on riding till it is in the 30s in the morning. I have a big garage so I'll keep it ready to go unless I get bored and take it apart. I've got a few projects lined up for it this winter. If it is anything like last year, there will be days where it gets warm enough to ride. __________________ 98 integra GSR 93 civic DX 82 nighthawk 450

10-25-07, 01:23 PM	#3
Draconius BAZINGA! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 19,988	I'm riding mine int he winter...just put the lining back in the jacket and my winter gloves and I am good to go! __________________ '07 MazdaSpeed3 (red) '08 Honda Shadow Aero 750 7'2" Isle Surfboard '08 Suzuki GSX-R600 (yellow/black) '00 Prelude SH. no more

10-25-07, 02:00 PM	#4
tony XBL: HotMilkGT // HAN H14 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 9,565	Riding winter too __________________ R.I.P. woong 99 E46 323i//85 AE86 GTS(Flippy Lights Crew #01)// 09 E82 135i //09 CBR600RR

10-25-07, 09:12 PM	#5
DarkStarr First or last baby! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 9,123	I am thinking I might ride in winter as well. If it is not ridden that day, should it at least be started? __________________ WesternPARiders.com 1975 Honda CB550 Four build thread

10-26-07, 01:58 AM	#6
Megatron TF-Plasticrack Crew Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NW of Chicago, IL Posts: 2,644	No winter riding here in NW Illinois. It gets waaay too cold. Right after Thanksgiving, it's going to the dealership for sort of free winter storage. They'll prep the bike for storage in their facility. In the spring, they'll bring it out and fully prep it for riding again. Pick up and delivery to your home via trailer. The catch is that you have to spend $300 with them over the winter. Purchases can include parts, labor, gear, etc. Between some scheduled maintenance items and gear/accessory purchases, I'll hit that $300 mark. Might as well take advantage of the storage. __________________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- HAN Claim to Fame = I'm e3Nine's older, quieter, brother. 2009 Honda CBR600RR Cars = 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX, 2008 Nissan Altima SE V-6

10-29-07, 07:25 AM	#8
bnuk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh. Posts: 1,863	wooo, I just in to work and it 30 this morning. I wasn't really cold but I don't think I will do that again. it was foggy out and so I had a LOT of trouble keeping my mask clear, by the time I got to work there was ice on my gloves, jacket and patns and ice all over the front of the bike. I put on enough stuff to keep me warm but it took me like 10 minutes to get dressed up. So maybe only when it is 35+. __________________ 98 integra GSR 93 civic DX 82 nighthawk 450 Last edited by bnuk; 10-29-07 at 07:30 AM.

10-29-07, 07:51 AM	#9
DarkStarr First or last baby! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 9,123	30* here as well, I'm goin for it.. heh __________________ WesternPARiders.com 1975 Honda CB550 Four build thread

10-29-07, 11:19 AM	#10
Integra89 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: B-creek Posts: 129	as long as the road is dry/salt free i'm riding.. __________________ ONE CREW RACING

11-01-07, 08:17 AM	#13
Megatron TF-Plasticrack Crew Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NW of Chicago, IL Posts: 2,644	Just rode into work this morning. Started out at 6:30am, the sun had not risen yet, and it was 36 degrees out and breezy. I think I've found my riding limit. It was not fun at all. __________________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- HAN Claim to Fame = I'm e3Nine's older, quieter, brother. 2009 Honda CBR600RR Cars = 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX, 2008 Nissan Altima SE V-6

11-01-07, 04:30 PM	#14
DarkStarr First or last baby! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 9,123	It was 30 the other morning, rode.. no like. 35 the next day, still sucked. I think today was high 40's, that wasn't too bad. __________________ WesternPARiders.com 1975 Honda CB550 Four build thread

11-01-07, 06:10 PM	#15
bnuk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh. Posts: 1,863	my jacket and gloves seem to work pretty well. even down to the low 30s i haven't really been cold, I just throw on an 2nd pair of pants and a bandanna. only problem is my helmet really sucks and it fogs up, especially in western PA where it's foggy just about every morning. granted my commute is only like 15 min. __________________ 98 integra GSR 93 civic DX 82 nighthawk 450

11-01-07, 08:57 PM	#16
DarkStarr First or last baby! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 9,123	what side of pittsburgh are you on? __________________ WesternPARiders.com 1975 Honda CB550 Four build thread

11-01-07, 10:18 PM	#17
bnuk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh. Posts: 1,863	not exactly pittsburgh, I'm in the Beaver Falls area. If you ever go riding north of the city let me know though. __________________ 98 integra GSR 93 civic DX 82 nighthawk 450

11-02-07, 11:37 AM	#18
DarkStarr First or last baby! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 9,123	Holy crap dude, I live 15 minutes away. __________________ WesternPARiders.com 1975 Honda CB550 Four build thread

11-07-07, 12:32 AM	#19
DarkStarr First or last baby! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 9,123	Your name doesn't happen to be Rick, does it? If it is, and you're married.. is your wife Linda? A lady by that name is buying my Rebel, and she happens to live in Beaver Falls as well. Just checking! __________________ WesternPARiders.com 1975 Honda CB550 Four build thread

11-07-07, 06:48 AM	#20
bnuk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh. Posts: 1,863	sweet, where do you live then? and no, name is not rick. __________________ 98 integra GSR 93 civic DX 82 nighthawk 450

11-09-07, 01:24 PM	#23
JGordon Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 3,915	There will be enough nice days here to ride, the biggest problem is all the sand & salt they put on the roads. No fun skittering across san while making a turn. But I should still be able to get out often enough to keep from having to prep the bike for storage. Supposed to be gorgeous this weekend, I think I'll talk a little ride up through the mountains. __________________ '94 Acura Integra LS Sedan, '05 Acura RSX Type S, '96 Suzuki Bandit 600 -- All gone but not forgotten 2010 Nissan Xterra Off-Road - current ride

11-13-07, 08:53 PM	#24
ISP James DAMIMRED Join Date: May 2002 Location: Syracuse, NY Posts: 13,497	i havent winterized my bike yet but i should, it is in my parents garage 45 minutes away from my house so it isnt too likely that i will ride before next spring. i'll probably just have my dad fire it up for me once a week to get the fluids moving and make sure the battery doesnt freeze up on me __________________ sell me your sol.

11-14-07, 07:03 PM	#25
bnuk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh. Posts: 1,863	yeah i rode out to meet some people from work for dinner and didn't leave till like 10:30. it was soooo cold, and I only had 1 pair of pants on, it took 2 hours for my legs to return to a normal temperature. __________________ 98 integra GSR 93 civic DX 82 nighthawk 450

11-15-07, 10:07 AM	#26
Megatron TF-Plasticrack Crew Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NW of Chicago, IL Posts: 2,644	I dropped off my bike at the dealership for winter storage & maintenance. I rode 12.5 miles in 36 degree weather w/35mph winds. At first I thought I was bringing in my bike too early, but after that cold miserable ride I'm sure that I did the right thing. She's in storage until the latest, March 31. Seems like forever. They did have a 2004 Honda 599 at the dealership, 4,200 miles. It took all my self control not to start wheelin and dealin. I've got an itch for either the 599 or 919. While I like my VLX, I'm not sure whether or not I'll stick with the v-twin crusier style bike. __________________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- HAN Claim to Fame = I'm e3Nine's older, quieter, brother. 2009 Honda CBR600RR Cars = 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX, 2008 Nissan Altima SE V-6 Last edited by Megatron; 11-15-07 at 10:09 AM.

11-15-07, 11:50 AM	#27
bnuk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: pittsburgh. Posts: 1,863	yeah I like those a lot ^ My main gripe is that 25 years after my bike was made the efficiency of these is pretty pathetic. My 4dr. civc gets better mpg than the hornet. when you really think about that it is retarded. __________________ 98 integra GSR 93 civic DX 82 nighthawk 450

10-09-08, 03:18 PM	#29
e.l. jefe Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: boise, id Posts: 10	I plan on riding through the winter unless there is snow on the ground. We'll see tho. i may chicken out. wind chill FTL.

10-10-08, 01:08 AM	#30
DarkStarr First or last baby! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 9,123	Make sure you protect everything dude! Also, get a neck gaiter as well! __________________ WesternPARiders.com 1975 Honda CB550 Four build thread

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