Recent content by CommanderCrusty

Road racing instructor Keith Code says to turn in once, and turn in as quickly as possible (depending on the needs of the turn). But I wonder if staying on "the racing line" is more important to fast lap times. What do you think?

In my imagination, I see a spirit that loves to look at beautiful things. Is there a Hopi spirit known for loving beauty? Or a Hopi spirit that loves painting, the arts, children or adventure?

In my imagination, I see a spirit that loves to look at beautiful things. Is there a Hopi spirit known for loving beauty? Or a Hopi spirit that loves painting, the arts, children or adventure?

You are taking about the 883 Sportster Iron. This is their entry level bike. It is built on the regular Sportster frame but with a smaller motor and less expensive trim (chrome, seat, shocks, brakes and such). There is good news and bad news with this bike. Good news. It is a real H-D. Is...

Personally, this thing looks like it should be called an ST700, but that would make too much sense. So, have you ridden one of these? Does it have enough power for two? How's the clutch and the storage space? My current bike is a Suzuki 650 Burgman with about 50 hp. Is the ST700/NT700V a step...

I was going to by an XB12X or Lightning Long. Now I just want a pleasant, comfortable bike with great handling and a good ride. Antilocks, and traction control might be nice, but I ride my motorcycle to work every day. I don't want a racer replica or anything that gives me shoulder cramps. What...

Hey, if you want a Ducati monster, don't care about the size and price is an issue--I suggest you call around to every Ducati dealership in your region and try to find a used 696. You'll probably be able to find a bike that's almost new, in excellent shape, well under $10,000.00 out the door...

I was going to by an XB12X or Lightning Long. Now I just want a pleasant, comfortable bike with great handling and a good ride. Antilocks, and traction control might be nice, but I ride my motorcycle to work every day. I don't want a racer replica or anything that gives me shoulder cramps. What...

You are taking about the 883 Sportster Iron. This is their entry level bike. It is built on the regular Sportster frame but with a smaller motor and less expensive trim (chrome, seat, shocks, brakes and such). There is good news and bad news with this bike. Good news. It is a real H-D. Is...

Hey, if you want a Ducati monster, don't care about the size and price is an issue--I suggest you call around to every Ducati dealership in your region and try to find a used 696. You'll probably be able to find a bike that's almost new, in excellent shape, well under $10,000.00 out the door...

Hey, if you want a Ducati monster, don't care about the size and price is an issue--I suggest you call around to every Ducati dealership in your region and try to find a used 696. You'll probably be able to find a bike that's almost new, in excellent shape, well under $10,000.00 out the door...

I was going to by an XB12X or Lightning Long. Now I just want a pleasant, comfortable bike with great handling and a good ride. Antilocks, and traction control might be nice, but I ride my motorcycle to work every day. I don't want a racer replica or anything that gives me shoulder cramps. What...

I'm using Apple's GarageBand on an iMac to make a demo of my Broadway style musical. I see how to drop a drum line into the mix and how to change the temp. What I haven't been able to figure out is how to add a beat with a weird time signature like 12/8 or how to insert one measure of 3/4 or...

I'm looking for a new, full sized touring bike for me and the misses and need help sorting out my options. BMW motorcycles makes three full size touring bikes: the R1200RT, the R1200LT and the K1300GT. Not having ridden any of them, I have no frame of reference to choose one over the other...

I was going to by an XB12X or Lightning Long. Now I just want a pleasant, comfortable bike with great handling and a good ride. Antilocks, and traction control might be nice, but I ride my motorcycle to work every day. I don't want a racer replica or anything that gives me shoulder cramps. What...