Is it possible this is the first post on the forum re: bike fitness???
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.......and here I was thinking that this was going to be checking tire pressure and any defects the bike might have before riding it.....
Hayabusas are fat 'ol things, I'm going to make it do some pushups and sit ups before riding it....
Lunges with hands full of weights, forget it. I can't even squat any more. I'll go back the chiro vids I think. Thanks anyway.
Physical fitness and the Busa | General Bike Related Topics
Long story short, the Busa in complete stock form always fitted me like a glove. Did the Widowmaker circuit this morning, 65miles here in central NC, with a buddy in tow and this bike scared me all the way. Twisties I use to hit at 90mph scared me at 55mph.??? What changed? I use to be an...
I recall being surprised in Neil Peart's Ghost Rider that, after riding all the way to Alaska, he returned home to find that his fitness had declined after weeks of sitting on the bike.
I just got back from two days / 500 miles. While I am tired, I don't recall any points where I thought: "This would be a better experience if I where in better condition."
Coming from an off-road racing background where fitness is king, I am inclined to suggest that, for the average road rider, keeping a reasonable body weight and cardio stamina is sufficient. I am hoping that this will allow me to ride comfortably into my 70's.
That and extra-small tee shirts...
I just got back from two days / 500 miles. While I am tired, I don't recall any points where I thought: "This would be a better experience if I where in better condition."
Coming from an off-road racing background where fitness is king, I am inclined to suggest that, for the average road rider, keeping a reasonable body weight and cardio stamina is sufficient. I am hoping that this will allow me to ride comfortably into my 70's.
That and extra-small tee shirts...
You certainly look pleased with yourself.
Mirror selfie, how classic is that! Well done.
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LOL I have two TW200 trail bikes and if you want to spice it up go for a night time off road run. I use 100 watt bulbs and I still scare myself !
True wisdom.
That old man is jacked...
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