bikeslut 1 Posted October 16, 2013 I'm sure answers (if anybody answers) will be all over the place... what ONE THING do you have, or have ridden with, that just made the experience TOTALLY more awesome? I never even knew I was missing out on anything; hell... I mocked others as weak and tender for even mentioning it... until I got them. It's not like I was miserable before, and I probably still wouldn't have bought them, but since they came on my bike anyway, I use them a LOT... even when I would be fine without them on, because I feel so warm and fuzzy using them... heated handgrips! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ADV Bum 205 Posted October 16, 2013 Radio's. Putting out the initial money is a drag, but when you get to use them with others they are great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tlking6 0 Posted October 16, 2013 2" Rox handlebar risers made way more difference than I thought they would. I adjusted them about 1" forward as well. What a change that made. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted October 16, 2013 Radio's. Putting out the initial money is a drag, but when you get to use them with others they are great. I was thinking about you when I posted.... I remember how you liked them on the 20+ noob ride at Lark... and that is when BOWERS was there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Leoffensive 0 Posted October 16, 2013 mine would be a scarf for this cold weather. commuting on the ninja is cold but with the scarf keeping my neck and lower face warm it makes riding in the cold AMAZING! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ADV Bum 205 Posted October 16, 2013 Radio's. Putting out the initial money is a drag, but when you get to use them with others they are great. I was thinking about you That's nice! The other great thing to have is FRIENDS. They are entertaining and can be lifesavers while riding. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 559 Posted October 16, 2013 The other great thing to have is FRIENDS. They are entertaining and can be lifesavers while riding. They can be. And you will never learn more about the content and character (or lack there of) of a riding buddy, as when you crash and are really injured. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bubbagums 42 Posted October 16, 2013 Took me a nano second to come up with an answer. My Son. He is in the middle of a 10 year military commitment and I have ridden with him twice during that time. The next 5 years do not look any more promising. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hobiee 28 Posted October 16, 2013 Since radios is a no brainier, I will add the license plate! It opened a ton more riding areas for me and introduced me to many great ,more mature people, some who have become lifelong friends. The track/racing was and still is great but it's just different being out in the middle of nowhere with a few buddies you trust with your life seeing the things we see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Honda90 0 Posted October 16, 2013 Ear plugs. I have tinnitus (and you will too if don't protect your ears) and my helmet actually magnifies exhaust noise. After my first ride (75 miles) my ears were screaming worse than ever. I have to wear plugs every time. Some day I hope to get a pair of those custom molded ones, but for now foamies help a lot. Also looking forward to trading my Supertrapp for an FMF. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dstss 27 Posted October 16, 2013 Took me a nano second to come up with an answer. My Son. He is in the middle of a 10 year military commitment and I have ridden with him twice during that time. The next 5 years do not look any more promising. My immediate response also. Being able to ride the last 2 Desert Dashes with my 30 year old son has been the highlight of my year. Wouldn't matter what I was riding or where but riding with him makes the ride awesome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
97xr400r 122 Posted October 16, 2013 cycling shorts = more ride time, I like to ride, or maybe goggles I can't decide. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted October 16, 2013 That hot shower at camp. 15 mins off the bike and into a hot shower makes the first beer around the fire taste that much better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted October 16, 2013 an extra power stroke. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted October 16, 2013 Great responses...almost every single one I've said "YES" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted October 16, 2013 Boy, I need one of Stregas' big vests to carry all these thoughts. (:-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted October 16, 2013 Family, we all ride and I am a lucky man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crusty Posted October 16, 2013 Baja with friends. Here is one for Kato! Waiting for waves. Ready to ride South. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 16, 2013 Radios. But that's been said. And yes, I'm working on singing less often. XM Radio. Often, riding for me is like taking time to listen to my favorite music AND ride the bike. On a group ride, I'll let my GPS fail, but if the music dies, I'll pull the bike apart to fix it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 162 Posted October 16, 2013 Electric start, as I get a little older I think e-start just makes things so much easier. Before I had my hip replaced I probably would have had to quit riding if it wasn't for e-start. Covered in E-Start Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted October 16, 2013 Another one thing: I'm glad CiD has electric start. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted October 16, 2013 And yes, I'm working on singing less often. I'm just bustin' your chops... it doesn't bother me sometimes, it's an obscure song I've never heard of, sometimes it's a song I hate, and sometimes it's a song that I know well, and I sing along "in my head".... because I know I sing so badly that singing out loud would be embarrassing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
