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#1 ·
This is a thread simply about motorcycles.
What you own.
What you've owned in the past.
What you like the best.
The style and type of riding you do and have done.
Where you've ridden, trips you've taken.
Tips and recommendation.
What's new of interest.

Anything of interest about motorcycles.

My latest ride is a 2014 KTM Duke 690.
Great handling and a good power to weight ratio.
Best as a track bike, but I use it mostly for afternoon rides in the countryside.
The more elevation changes and twisty roads the better :D

This is a stock photo, but I'll post an image of it later:

 
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The weather is beautiful in my corner of Ohio this afternoon.
Sun's out, low 60 degree temps, only a little breeze.

First ride of the season today. :)

The battery was already charged up.
I added fresh fuel, pumped up the tires a couple lbs.
Lubed the chain and did a general safety check, lights, brakes and all.

It was a short ride, but really nice to be out in that fresh air zipping along :D

A photo of my Suzuki DL 1000, from a few years ago:

Tire Wheel Fuel tank Plant Vehicle
 
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Unfortunately, rain is in the forecast for tomorrow.
Back in the 40's for the beginning of the week.
( guess I'll just have to dress warmer :D )

I just serviced my 690 Duke KTM and now it's ready to go.
I was a bit worried about the battery, it being the original and turning 7 years old, but with a full charge and a gallon of fresh gas, my Katoom started right up, repeatedly. :D

Will it last another season?
Time will tell lol.
 
#95 ·
Top Speed article:

We list down the 10 Best Motorcycles that you can buy today and are built for speed.
https://www.topspeed.com/motorcycle...l-motorcycles-you-can-buy-today-ar191078.html

The surprise is the fastest in the list, an EV.

Lightning LS-218 (219.63 MPH) - Electrified Performance Leads The Pack
The LS-218 is powered by a 380V electric motor coupled to battery packs of 12, 15, or 20 kWh, depending on power and range. In its highest configuration, it churns out 200 hp and 168 lb-ft. With a top speed of 218 MPH and an insane 0-60 MPH acceleration in just 2.2 seconds, it shows that electric power is not to be underestimated. The 2021 Lightning LS-218 starts at $38,888.
Link to manufacturer:
https://lightningmotorcycle.com/

 
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And another thing, there is no real attempt to make the course safer like in F1, Indy Car and NASCAR. Even the spectators are at tremendous risk in many spots on the course.
 
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#106 ·
Took an early morning ride on my KTM this morning, while the temps were still in that perfectly cool/moderate range.
Trekked down around the Fort Ancient area where it's hilly and green with lots of curves and valleys.
Did a 50 mile loop.
Fantastic ride :)
 
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