03-27-2007, 04:19 PM | #46 |
I could be cleaning house, but this is more fun
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03-27-2007, 04:31 PM | #47 |
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Thanks TheOtherRide and msRandi! I'm going out to measure the Jeep now! If it will fit in the Jeep I won't have to rewire my bike trailer. My buddy and I took the trailer into town today to pick up a used TT-R125L for his son. No lights!
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03-27-2007, 04:46 PM | #48 |
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It's not going to fit perfectly but I'm going for it. The package will stick out the back about 6 inches or so. I'll be able to get Most of it in the Jeep but I'll need to use a stap to hold the rear door closed. The hatch glass can stay up. The guy at the freight terminal said, "...don't worry we'll get it in there!" For some reason, I'm worried!
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03-27-2007, 05:52 PM | #49 |
And I could be working... 8O
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03-27-2007, 06:10 PM | #50 |
thats what they said when we picked up our first bikes. and he did make them fit. and the bed of our truck is still bent from it.
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03-27-2007, 07:49 PM | #51 |
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Did you guys see my signature and what I named the Viva?
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03-27-2007, 10:01 PM | #52 |
Yep, nice touch! We're both 'Cool boys' now...but we didn't get the decals :(
Shucks! vi·va interj. Used to express acclamation, salute, or applause Noun 1. viva - an examination conducted by word of mouth Salute the Sam!
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03-27-2007, 10:09 PM | #53 |
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Have you ever seen Viva La Bam? Those guys are idiots but they make me laugh! Filthy mouths, so I'm glad they bleep them! I won't let my daughter watch it!
I'm thinking more like applause!
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03-27-2007, 10:12 PM | #54 |
Oh yeah, apparently I'm dreaming of nice weather so I can go riding...can't believe how slow my mind is these days. I didn't make the connection...now it's a LOT funnier! :mrgreen:
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03-27-2007, 10:16 PM | #55 |
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I thought it was funny! No MTVers? Admittedly, I'm too old to watch MTV but Bam cracks me up! The show with his wife is pretty good! All the crap she goes through before their wedding. Poor girl!
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03-28-2007, 02:34 PM | #56 |
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*UPDATE*
My Viva left Los Angeles at 2300 hrs on 3/26. It's currently in route and should be delivered before 0800 hrs tomorrow, Thursday morning. The tracking number just shows the package in route and the trailer number. When the package arrives at the Freight terminal it should show on the computer. I'll check overnight on my laptop while I'm at work. I'm supposed to call to make sure it arrives and they can get to it. Hopefully, I can pick it up around 0830 or 0900 hrs. Waiting for this thing to get here is like waiting for... Why am I this excited about a bike that cost me $1029? I'm using military time like this is some special operation. UPS does too though! The last set of mufflers that I bought for my other bike nearly cost me as much as this bike cost! I hope I'm not let down by the actual ownership experience of this bike. I cleaned my shop out yesterday! Today, I'll set up my bike lift (it's still in the box) and clean up any tools that are misplaced. Friday, the plan is to get the assembly of the bike started. I plan to take my time and change a few (ok, more than a few) things as I go. My digital camera is ready to go and I have a new Image Shack account for picture posting. Hopefully, you guys and girls won't be bored by my constant posts about this bike! PS: Had riding buddies laughing at me again yesterday about buying a Chinese dualsport. One rides a Ducati ST3 and the other has a Yamaha FZ-1. Yuppie Elitists! Not really! They're good guys just doubtful about the quality of something made in China. It's funny! We have no problem with almost everything else we have being made there. I guess I'm sort of the same way. Hopefully, this bike will change their attitudes.
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03-28-2007, 03:20 PM | #57 |
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Sam, Sam, Sam, get a hold of your self . It's great to see you so excited about the new bike. Hell, I get excited about changing the oil in my truck just because I get to go buy something new and visit the parts store. These bikes are certainly NOT the quality of a Yamaha or Ducati, but they are pretty decent for the money. You'll get the last laugh when you calculate your per-mile driving expense on the Viva compared to the Yamaha and Ducati!
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03-28-2007, 08:29 PM | #58 |
Have fun, don't rush putting it together. and I say with the Vivas. they use NO grease puting it together, Pull the swing arm bolt and grease the hetk out of it. and everywere eles it moves!!!!!!!!!! but most of all, have fun.
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03-28-2007, 09:39 PM | #59 |
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I took a cold shower today and I feel much better now! :roll:
Seriously, I know the Viva isn't going to compare with my other bikes and m,y buddies bikes. I did my best to try talking them into each buying a China bike. They'll have none of it. Like talking to the wall. They aren't elitists I was just kidding around. Maybe after seeing my bike they'll change their minds. Probably not. I am going to try to organize a local get together of local China bike owners. Thanks for all the good advice msRandi! I will be taking everything apart and greasing it all!
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03-28-2007, 10:13 PM | #60 |
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Maybe after they ride yours...
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