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Old 06-13-2012, 01:21 AM   #11
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Ten days? I would take the ST and none of the interstates. I'd probably cross back and forth several times across the Appalachians before I got into DC.
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Old 06-13-2012, 06:48 AM   #12
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For me It would be the ST . It suits my riding style is heavy enough to smooth out the bumps, has good handling a power curve that lends itself to superb touring.
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Old 06-13-2012, 09:18 AM   #13
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It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...
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Old 06-13-2012, 09:39 AM   #14
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I gave my choices. They have assigned me to a Honda ST.

I don't get a choice on the route. I don't get to choose where we stop. I won't have personal time. But, I'll be on a motorcycle for 10 days as a chaperone and lead/tail rider.

I look forward to it.
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Old 06-13-2012, 10:25 AM   #15
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dumb question, ST is the only answer

give me a shout if yall come through Chatty or the surrounding area.
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Old 06-13-2012, 02:19 PM   #16
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I look forward to it.
No shit, that's pretty awesome. I could think of a lot worse things to do for 10 days.
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Old 06-13-2012, 03:29 PM   #17
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I gave my choices. They have assigned me to a Honda ST.

I don't get a choice on the route. I don't get to choose where we stop. I won't have personal time. But, I'll be on a motorcycle for 10 days as a chaperone and lead/tail rider.

I look forward to it.
Regardless of which you end up riding...

That sounds like you have NONE of the stressers... just ride.

Sounds PERFECT!!
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Old 06-13-2012, 05:03 PM   #18
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It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...
probably doesnt help that youre only 4 feet tall
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Old 06-13-2012, 05:11 PM   #19
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It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...
Could it be that your just use to the setup typical of many cruisers.
I couldn't get comfortable on the HD's I've ridden (not use to my feet being out front). Come to think of it...I can never sit still in a lazy boy either
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Could it be that your just use to the setup typical of many cruisers.
I couldn't get comfortable on the HD's I've ridden (not use to my feet being out front). Come to think of it...I can never sit still in a lazy boy either
He did come from riding sportbikes. I too find it difficult to fathom riding with my feet forward like that and am sure it takes some getting used to. I am sure Chris will chime in with his expierences in making that transition.
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