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  1. D-J

    Ugliest bike thread

    yeah, the cylons circa 1978 Sent from my SGH-M919V using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app
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    New Riders Needs Advice on M1 Exit Road Test

    Haha..looks like 'YammieR616' joined GTA Motorcycle June 5, 2019. Trolling for kicks? Story seems ridiculous. Sent from my SGH-M919V using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app
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    Back in the saddle after ~10 years - mature enough for a 600 this time around?

    If you're overwhelmed by all the bike choices why not hit a demo day or two. As a mature rider you can call any dealer and book a test ride, though there might be some restrictions on models you can test if you just have your M2. Try as many bikes as you can. See what feels right. Sent from my...
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    Lane splitting at a red light?

    We're not very innovative here in Ontario. Filtering [and lane splitting] should absolutely be legal for motorcyclists here in Ontario. If performed correctly and conscientiously: 1) improved traffic flow and 2) increased rider safety --you're statistically less likely to get rear-ended. The...
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    HOV Lane....fingers crossed everyone

    Along parts of the QEW, say, between Oakville and Burlington, I find the HOV lane tends to actually be slower-going than the non-HOV lanes. With the growing volume of traffic in the GTA coupled with single-occupant abuse and 'left-lane-hogs' obliviousness, it can be more efficient navigating the...
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    Guess this is the end

    Not the end. Shop shop shop around. Stay positive. I wouldn't be in such a rush to get a 650. I'd ride the 250 for another season or go up marginally to a Ninja 300, or the newer 400, or you could give the RC390 a go --all will be cheaper to insure over anything 600cc +. And shop around. Sent...
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    Who’s Still a Reasonable Option for SS

    That's an interesting revelation. a lot of the local news reports covering motorcycle incidents last season would perhaps support that theory. A good friend of mine, a seasoned rider in his early 40's with single speeding ticket (car) on his record, is transitioning from a HD cruiser to a 1290...
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    Who’s Still a Reasonable Option for SS

    I'm curious if there is any empirical evidence available in the public domain demonstrating SS motorcycles do in fact pose a greater risk over other classes of bikes. Where are all the statistics --if any-- justifying the higher premiums and generally fewer insurance options available over...
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    Tell Ontario you want better motorcycle insurance - the petition is live

    It's an intriguing concept, but yes, I wonder how this could work effectively. If there are any insurance industry people reading this thread, why not consider designing coverage for individuals who own 2 or more street bikes? Something like a 'flex package' where one could easily toggle...
  10. D-J

    New Zero SR/F Released

    Looks exactly like everything else in their lineup -- boring! These Zero bikes all look too similar. I just checked their site, says pricing starts at 27,590 CDN. For that kinda dough you can get a '19 Panigale V4. Sent from my SGH-M919V using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app
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    Who’s Still a Reasonable Option for SS

    Appears I spoke too soon. The PC Government perhaps not entirely silent on the issue: https://www.cbc.ca/amp/1.4973092 Is change afoot?
  12. D-J

    Who’s Still a Reasonable Option for SS

    That's exactly what I learned comparing SS quotes last month. The system here in Ontario is on a trajectory that isn't sustainable --for years it seems. It's interesting to note the Ford government has been in office since June 29th 2018 and to date has been silent on a strategy to address...
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    Craft Beer: What are you drinking now??

    Had the Rodenbach Flemish Ale last night. This is one of my favourite Belgian sours. Aged for 2 years in oak casks. Spectacular bouquet and a complex fruity finish. This beer is difficult to find. Great for the winter season
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    60 yr old m1 insured?

    ...or just throw in the towel on street riding altogether. You could do a full season of track days for a lot less than what you'd be paying in insurance. Sent from my SGH-M919V using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app
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    Germany’s Fight Over Speed-Limits On The Autobahn

    Apparently yes. "The Autobahn is responsible for its own tourism industry, with dozens of companies offering car rentals — often of the exotic variety — as well as driving lessons, trip packages, etc, all revolving around the freeway. The network of roads has become a go-to local for motorsport...
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    Germany’s Fight Over Speed-Limits On The Autobahn

    A fierce debate over implementing an 80mph speed-limit on the nation’s world-famous autobahn rages in Germany with auto-industry lobbyists and car enthusiasts in one corner and safety & environmental advocates in the other. Full article...
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    TV shows currently watching

    Back in 2015, FX C.E.O. John Landgraf predicted that we had reached a point of “peak TV,” an original programming bubble that would soon burst. According to FX Networks’ number-crunching report released...
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    TV shows currently watching

    Nope, but love the character. Strange..apparently British SAS troops have been banned from placing the Punisher skull logo on their helmets: https://comicbook.com/marvel/2019/02/05/punisher-skull-logo-banned-british-sas-troops-marvel/ Sent from my SGH-M919V using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app
  19. D-J

    Hang in there, winter's almost done.

    https://i.postimg.cc/wxbqNDG4/there-there.jpg Itching to ride. Sent from my SGH-M919V using GTAMotorcycle.com mobile app
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    Are Supersports Over?

    Supersports are alive and well in the GTA, if the Thursday night L&L meetups are any indication once riding season is in full swing. As long as motorsports exist (MotoGP, WSBK, Formula 1, ... et al) and enthusiasts who are passionate about racing and performance-oriented design, supersports...
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