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Couldn't find my car keys so I rode the FJR to work.

I started the ST3 and aired the tires. I just may ride it tomorrow.... maybe.

This weekend was a busy one, spent the time working on not 1, but 3 2017 Yamaha R6. Mostly getting the bike peeped for many of the hard parts. From suspension carts and install, safety wire, harness and line routing. The details matter in making the bike perform well and crash better. Every thing we do before hand is to speed up maintenance and repair. Seconds matter in between races be it changing a tire , fork or shock springs. Making adjustments. Or repairing damage.

The year's spring ride will be in memory of a friend and fellow OhioRider member who lost his fight to cancer this past year. Jerry, aka @Al Z. Heimer. Date: SATURDAY - May 19, 2018 --- POSTPONED TO RAIN DATE Rain Date: Sunday - May 20, 2018 All details are subject to change - so please follow up to this thread before the event to verify all details are the same! Meet Place: Boat Ramp @ 2439 S Riverside Dr. McConnelsville, OH 43756 Time: Meet by 10:30; Pre-Ride Speech, Photo, and Group Organization at 11:00; kick stand to ride by 11:30 Route: https://goo.gl/maps/3eFDHhQNN442 Request: Be ATGATT if possible, and try and sport an OR t shirt if you have one. Facebook Event Page: Link TBD Unfortunately, due to delays in planning, no food will be provided this year. Some etiquette to help us all better as suggested by many riders: Everyone is responsible for themselves, so ride within your limits. Crashing is not something we want to have happen. Ride within your limits and stay safe. Our goal is to have a fun safe day of riding with a bunch who share the same passion. Crashing only ruins that fun, not only for you, but for others as well. Food will be provided at the end of the ride. Ideal maximum group size is ten riders with a lead rider and a tail (sweep) rider. These two riders should be interchangeable in skill level so that the sweep rider can evaluate and help the riders in front of them: These two riders need to know the count of how many riders are in their group. The lead rider needs to wait at all stops for the sweep rider to give him a thumbs up. At each stop the leader or sweep rider can switch or at their discretion ask and allow a new formation of the line. Do not allow passing other riders in same group once the ride has started except at starts. Passing slow moving vehicles may be needed for the faster group; when doing this each rider makes times and judges it for themselves. Don't wait for the group to pass as a whole. At times, riders might have to cross a double yellow to pass. Group leaders and sweeps should know the route well and if possible have ridden it prior to event. Do not allow changes of groups at stops (Unless both ride leaders of both groups are aware of the change and it does not raise the group count to over ten riders. If a rider has to leave a group early, please make sure they tell someone in the group. Do not pass other riders within a group, except at stops or if the rider in front waves you passed. Try and avoid 'pushing' a rider in front of you (this means to give the people in front of you space so they don't feel pressured to go faster than they are comfortable). If you picked the wrong spot in line of your group ask to change positions at stops or if a rider signals you to pass. Start the ride with a full tank of gas. Many folks are planning to grab a bite at the end of the ride, those with time should do it as it will be fun. The unfortunate long haulers will start back to get home before dark. Video from Previous Years: The Groups Always start one group below what you feel you ride. Meaning if you think your fast, start with medium fast group and if you are comfortable move to the fast group during gas break after letting the lead and sweep know. Better to be safe than sorry. Remember we might be riding roads very new to you. Fast: Usually 70mph on the straight and 25-30 mph over the posted limit of curve. The people who belong to the group know they belong to this group, they dont think they belong here.Dont jump in here unless you been riding with such fellows for some time. eg: UP, Midgettodd, Hutch, Core rides Medium-Fast: 65-70mph on the straight and 20-25 over the posted limit of curve. This is the usual fast rides some group rides do, still rather fast• Jump in here if you been riding for a while and is comfortable at these paces on most roads Medium: 65 mph on the straight and 15-20 over the posted limit of curve. This is the everyday regular group rides pace,Jump in here if you been riding for a while and is comfortable at these paces on most roads Slow: 60 mph or around posted limit on the straight and up to 10 over the posted limit of curve. This is the a very comfortable yet fun group ride. Jump in here if you like doing friendly fun rides and also new riders must join here. If you could please announce if you plan to attend and which group so I can keep an ongoing list. If you plan on bringing someone else from outside of the forums, or those who don't post, please add a +1 for each member, so we can kind of figure out how many groups we will need to plan for. Also post if you are willing to sweep or lead so we can get a list for that as well. Disclaimer: The following words "Ohio Epic Ride" refers to this specific ride. By attending the "Ohio Epic Ride", you agree to the following; You acknowledge that you understand that motorcycle riding and touring is hazardous and may result in serious injury or death. You understand that this activity in which you are voluntarily participating has inherent risks (including death, loss of limb and permanent disability, and damage to or loss of property) that you assume. You certify that you are duly licensed and competent to operate a motorcycle in a safe manner, and the vehicle you will be operating during the ride is in safe and legal operating condition. You are solely responsible to determine the speed and operational characteristics of your motorcycle and your ability as a motorcycle operator while participating in the ride. You hereby agree to expressly and voluntarily accept and assume all risks involved in operating a motorcycle or participating as a motorcycle passenger while participating in the ride. You hereby covenant, as a motorcycle operator or motorcycle passenger, not to sue Ohio Epic Ride, their organizers, agents, employees, officers, directors, managers and representatives for any and all loss or damage including property damage or loss, personal injury, permanent disability and/or death, arising out of your participation in this activity (including but not limited to riding, touring, transportation to and from the activity, and at all lodging and stops). "Ohio Epic Ride" makes no warranty regarding conditions, safety of roadways, weather, lodging or stops, and the rider to assume all risk that the conditions, safety of roadways, weather, lodging or stops are other than what is expected. You understand and agree that "Ohio Epic Ride" is acting as my agent only to provide guidance as to routes, and I hereby release and hold harmless "Ohio Epic Ride", its organizers, agents, assigns and heirs against any and all claims, causes of action, or any other liability of any kind arising from my operation of a motorcycle, or as a motorcycle passenger during my activity of motorcycle riding.

The owner of this place is going to have fun digging himself after this social media fuck up. https://www.10tv.com/article/johnstown-official-responds-business-owners-comments-over-fallen-westerville-officers

Older thread, but this. I have gerbings heated gloves, which are great but kind of big and bulky - but for me on the bikes I've owned necessary when temps are below 40 and will be on the highway for hours. Heated grips are nice because I can ride without the bulky heated gloves until it hits about 40-45. Then it's time to break out the gerbings.

Just got home from 5 days of perfect weather in Riviera Maya. Ocean Maya Royale is a fantastic resort. We specifically chose this place because it's not huge. You can walk anywhere in 2 or 3 minutes. There's a swim up bar, 24 hour bar, tons of activities and live entertainment. The restaurants are absolutely excellent, and without lines or reservations. We're going back next February.

we did one of the double decker bus tours and that was fun as hell. You can get off and on as you please at any of the stops. There are a bunch of areas to shop, sight see, drink, etc on the tour that spending all day doing it is easy. https://www.pghtours.com/ The Incline is a must do (which is on the bus route) There's a brewery that is in an old church I've heard is amazing Primanti Bros is their sandwich joint that is like Panini's but in my opinion slightly better

Hopefully you don't get Woodburied when it shows up. I know you won't just thought I'd throw it out there for old times sake.

My best go to for used trailers has been Craigslist, using a site called SearchTempest to search all craigslists. My dad and I have bought and sold several over the last couple years. Don't be afraid to buy one that needs wheels/tires & bearings. Parts are super cheap for them on etrailer.com

How long have you two been dating?

I've sold a vehicle doing the exact same thing. We met at my credit union, he paid me, money is in my hand all of 5 seconds before I hand it to the credit union employee. Loan paid off, I get the difference, he gets the title, done. Easy. If the guy is serious, he will offer to do the exact same thing or will accept you wanting to do it this way. If he says no, fuck em.

The only time I bought a bike with a loan still on it, I met the guy at his credit union (lien holder), paid him his asking price and he paid off the remainder of the balance on his loan and had them transfer the title to my name on the spot. Your situation sounds real shady.

Fair Dinkum mate!

Exhaust is on. Now just waiting for the ECU.

Just decided to get everything ready for the exhaust and ecu to arrive.

Been keeping an eye out for a not-so-used WR250R to replace my 08. Found this 2016 Gem with only 50 miles on the clock!! Thats right, 50 miles! I think i put the first mudspots on her today! Anyone looking a mildly worn in 08WR???...ill start listing mine at $3500. Something like 14k miles.

I too got a lap timer! And a wheel and rotors for Izzy. Thanks for leading the way, Andy, Brad's a cool dude.

Lap timer added.

Hell Yes! Money paid and the first one CCM gets in has my name on it!!! Im just a little exited and impatiently waiting. Aug 18 delivery. Ordered the all black one.