Since we're posting intros. I've been lurking for a while. I've been riding since the mid 70's. About 18 months ago I made arrangements and picked up a 95 GSXR 750, mainly for trading purposes than actually riding. The problem is that my main ride spent some time in the shop so I hopped on it and rode it. I found that I enjoyed the thrill of the bike but didn't like the size. As a larger guy (6'2" 275lbs) I felt I needed a larger bike. After moving to Colorado, I started hunting for a newer sportbike. I found quite a few "too fast for me" ads in the paper for the Hayabusa even though I was really looking to get a GSXR1000. While reviewing the ads in cycle trader I found a nice 'busa. Low mileage and it had Heli-bars installed. I went for a test ride and fell in love immediately. My wife asked me if I was going to get a 'busa anyway and I said, probably so she told me to just buy this one.
And here I am. I've put on a second look tank bra and am going to be installing a Throttlemeister. I tend to lean towards the long distance side of the house although I'm learning how to lean right and enjoying the mountains of Colorado. A part of my dedication to riding right was to start losing weight. I've dropped about 70 pounds since last June. I figure I've gained about 10 horse power
On a more personal note, I've been a computer geek since '79 when I picked up a Sinclair. I've started my own company to satisfy a contract so now I'm a self-employed unix geek. I enjoy skiing as well. My other bike is a Harley Softail to satisfy different mental requirements. I'm also learning welding to finish building a 70's era Honda chopper.
Carl
And here I am. I've put on a second look tank bra and am going to be installing a Throttlemeister. I tend to lean towards the long distance side of the house although I'm learning how to lean right and enjoying the mountains of Colorado. A part of my dedication to riding right was to start losing weight. I've dropped about 70 pounds since last June. I figure I've gained about 10 horse power
On a more personal note, I've been a computer geek since '79 when I picked up a Sinclair. I've started my own company to satisfy a contract so now I'm a self-employed unix geek. I enjoy skiing as well. My other bike is a Harley Softail to satisfy different mental requirements. I'm also learning welding to finish building a 70's era Honda chopper.
Carl
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