Carbon is not the problem, it makes up 0.041% of our atmosphere , 95% of that is from Volcanos and decomposing plants and stuff. So people in the US are responsible for 13% of the carbon in the atmosphere which 95% is not from Humans, like cars and trucks and stuff and they want to spend trillions to fix it while Solar Panel plants are powered by coal plants
think about that
- Pay less for energy
- Don't pollute
- Make no noise and disturb no one
And the bikes are just as fast, if not faster than gas bikes. They also benefit by less wear and tear (less moving parts, less friction, less heat), and advance technology.
Gas bike drivers on the other hand:
- Pay at least 200% more for energy
- Pollute like crazy (Carbon Monoxide, Nitrogen Oxides, etc). In fact gas Motorcycles emit 12 Times more Total Hydrocarbons than cars according to the Journal of Air & Waste Management Association : http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/1....1995.10467347
- Make lots of noise. Vendizlla's 99 Road King probably does about 102 decibels unless he installed a louder aftermarket exhaust.
If anything, people on electric bikes are much cooler than people on gas bikes. They want to spend less, use clean energy, respect others, etc. What's not cool about that?
Also, gas bike owners should be happy. If this whole electric thing really takes off, The value of gas cars & bikes will go up, not down.
Don't get me wrong - I like motorcycles, but what is "Cool" is relative. I used to think that gas cars were cool but now I don't. I used to think that Gas motorcycles were cool, but now I don't. To me, what is "cool" is what makes sense from a technology point of view. Gasoline and oil will always have its place, but its no longer "cool" to me.
Oh no...I get all that and you are totally right BUT somehow it just seems WRONG...there is no rebellion in a silent bike...the bike itself loses it's voice - I want to hear it scream a big "FUCK YOU" to the world!
Stop by a Harley Dealer and Look at the V-Rods.
They have Porsche designed water cooled motors and HAUL ASS
They are all Harley Davidson!
If you like sports bikes, this is a cool ride!
Carbon is not the problem, it makes up 0.041% of our atmosphere , 95% of that is from Volcanos and decomposing plants and stuff. So people in the US are responsible for 13% of the carbon in the atmosphere which 95% is not from Humans, like cars and trucks and stuff and they want to spend trillions to fix it while Solar Panel plants are powered by coal plants
think about that
Oh no...I get all that and you are totally right BUT somehow it just seems WRONG...there is no rebellion in a silent bike...the bike itself loses it's voice - I want to hear it scream a big "FUCK YOU" to the world!
Some people think eating a vegan hot dog is rebellious or maybe driving a battery powered car? LOL
Carbon is not the problem, it makes up 0.041% of our atmosphere , 95% of that is from Volcanos and decomposing plants and stuff. So people in the US are responsible for 13% of the carbon in the atmosphere which 95% is not from Humans, like cars and trucks and stuff and they want to spend trillions to fix it while Solar Panel plants are powered by coal plants
think about that
And I would love to have one of these electric bikes.
It's not silent. It has a distinct whine from the gearbox that sounds badass.
Plus it's unique. And I think that's what I like about it most.
Originally posted by Vendzilla
Here's my 99 road king classic
my 06 Wide Glide, I gotta change those ugly bags
The internal cumbustion engine will eventually die
But until it does I plan to burn gas, spew pollutants and deafen hippies with for all I'm worth
Originally posted by MiamiBoyz
Oh no...I get all that and you are totally right BUT somehow it just seems WRONG...there is no rebellion in a silent bike...the bike itself loses it's voice - I want to hear it scream a big "FUCK YOU" to the world!
you really think buying electric = spending less, uses clean energy and respects others?
No. I think that revving a noisy bike in a quiet neighbourhood for no reason is disrespectful.
Originally posted by dyna mo
You = also wrong about the above facts, but you think linking a fucking taiwan report from 1995 is proofs. more
**********, wrong again. on all counts
Oops ok maybe you're right. I didn't realize this report was so old. I will look around for some up to date information and post what I find.
Originally posted by Vendzilla
I just got back from getting some lunch, came out of a grocery store and hot woman was standing next to my bike checking it out.
Good for you! Believe it or not, I'm happy that your bike gets you chicks.
Originally posted by Vendzilla
Just don't see that happening with an electric chevy volt! LOL
That's totally fine with me. First, I already have a chick. Second, I don't really find the need for the kind of, lets call it "validation", that you seem to require.
True story : When I had my Camaro, I was at stop light. I gave a "thumbs up" to the driver of the other car, which happened to be a Volt.
See? Do you get it? I, me, personally, just don't think gas is cool. I, me, personally, think electric is cool. "Cool", is relative and subjective. Your chick at the grocery store thought your bike (and you I guess) were cool. Another chick at the grocery store might not think you or your bike were cool. That's, that's all.. stop getting so bent out of shape about things man... you need to smoke a doobie and relax.
Maybe you have a clouded view of Harley's
You think this model is for old guys?
No... but this one is for smart guys...
Originally posted by Vendzilla
Here's my 99 road king classic
It looks like the perfect bike for getting groceries.
Originally posted by MiamiBoyz
Oh no...I get all that and you are totally right BUT somehow it just seems WRONG...there is no rebellion in a silent bike...the bike itself loses it's voice - I want to hear it scream a big "FUCK YOU" to the world!
Ya know... I kind of know what you mean. It does seem wrong somehow... bikes should make a sexy rumble noise for sure... but .... nah.
The internal cumbustion engine will eventually die
But until it does I plan to burn gas, spew pollutants and deafen hippies with for all I'm worth
Exactly
Yeah, those bags just don't look right. I see you have a corbin seat, I have some friends that love them. I love my LePara seat. 600 miles one day, Vegas and back, no worries. Was a windy day too.
Sometimes bags can look sexy, like this big bear chopper with a 117 in motor for $63k
Carbon is not the problem, it makes up 0.041% of our atmosphere , 95% of that is from Volcanos and decomposing plants and stuff. So people in the US are responsible for 13% of the carbon in the atmosphere which 95% is not from Humans, like cars and trucks and stuff and they want to spend trillions to fix it while Solar Panel plants are powered by coal plants
think about that
Carbon is not the problem, it makes up 0.041% of our atmosphere , 95% of that is from Volcanos and decomposing plants and stuff. So people in the US are responsible for 13% of the carbon in the atmosphere which 95% is not from Humans, like cars and trucks and stuff and they want to spend trillions to fix it while Solar Panel plants are powered by coal plants
think about that
A little better angle but yeah they gotta go, not my addition they came with the bike and were the first things I took off, I only put them back on so I could carry a jacket for winter riding.
Originally posted by Vendzilla
I see you have a corbin seat, I have some friends that love them. I love my LePara seat. 600 miles one day, Vegas and back, no worries. Was a windy day too.
Yeah I love my Corbin Baby Alligator, the nice thing is I can make an appointment with Corbin, ride a few hours (for me) up to Hollister, have lunch and ride home with a new seat custom-molded for my ass all in the same day.
LePara makes some sweet seats too, I know a few guys who swear by them.
Originally posted by Vendzilla
Sometimes bags can look sexy, like this big bear chopper with a 117 in motor for $63k
There have been some really innovative and just plain fucking awesome baggers built in the last few years but I had decided that because I hadn't been on a bike since my last crash 20+ years ago I thought going with a lighter bike would be the better way to dip my toes back in, so I went with the Dyna.
I'd wanted a Wide Glide since I saw one back in 92, 20 years later and I'm riding the piss out of it.
A little better angle but yeah they gotta go, not my addition they came with the bike and were the first things I took off, I only put them back on so I could carry a jacket for winter riding.
Yeah I love my Corbin Baby Alligator, the nice thing is I can make an appointment with Corbin, ride a few hours (for me) up to Hollister, have lunch and ride home with a new seat custom-molded for my ass all in the same day.
LePara makes some sweet seats too, I know a few guys who swear by them.
There have been some really innovative and just plain fucking awesome baggers built in the last few years but I had decided that because I hadn't been on a bike since my last crash 20+ years ago I thought going with a lighter bike would be the better way to dip my toes back in, so I went with the Dyna.
I'd wanted a Wide Glide since I saw one back in 92, 20 years later and I'm riding the piss out of it.
My bike came with the LePara seat, it has gel in it. It's a $500 seat made for tall guys as it sits low in the saddle. I'm 6'3" so it's perfect for me and I love my road king. Bigger tires don't catch the groove on the freeways and I'm having a trunk I bought color matched right now. Everything clips on, I can remove the back rest, the windshield and the luggage rack in less than a minute giving it a completely different look.
Living in the Valley, there are hundreds of custom shops for whatever you need, one of my best friends owns a motorcycle shop.
Carbon is not the problem, it makes up 0.041% of our atmosphere , 95% of that is from Volcanos and decomposing plants and stuff. So people in the US are responsible for 13% of the carbon in the atmosphere which 95% is not from Humans, like cars and trucks and stuff and they want to spend trillions to fix it while Solar Panel plants are powered by coal plants
think about that
Carbon is not the problem, it makes up 0.041% of our atmosphere , 95% of that is from Volcanos and decomposing plants and stuff. So people in the US are responsible for 13% of the carbon in the atmosphere which 95% is not from Humans, like cars and trucks and stuff and they want to spend trillions to fix it while Solar Panel plants are powered by coal plants
think about that
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