Bike Shops

[kerosene]

I just got quoted out on insurance for a bike, came out to;

For a 200CC
430/year @ 20y/o
310/year @ 21y/o

For a 500CC
500/year @ 20y/o
450/year @ 21y/o

I'm looking at a kawasaki 250r or Suzuki gsxr 250r

There do not seem to be many shops around chicago, can someone recommend one?

[kerosene]

Just signed up for classes for May1st at NIU :)

[walec05]

have fun at class. visit chicago cycle. huge selection, and dont get a 250. i got bored during class. 600cc minimum, dont care what people say. there is another thread bout this btw.

[kerosene]

yea I know we all discussed it, we discussed the bikes, not shops though ^^

I've been at chicagocycle, not much of an option on the 200cc end, better options when going 500+ and only reason im looking at 200cc is because I'm dumb when it comes to driving, i'd prefer not to have the option of going 110+

[walec05]

any 250cc bike will do about 120-130mph. its so small and light that its no problem. if your worried about that, get a scooter.

[kerosene]

UGH...NO.... Im not afraid of the speed, I'm afraid of myself and trying to push that speed... and even if i have to go up to a faster bike, so.... I'll get a different :\

[Bakermax]

Dude, don't get a puss bike, get at least 5-600cc, otherwise you'll regret it. How big are you? I always felt like I was too big for anything less than 1000cc's, and I also felt like the bigger the bike the more stable it was.

[walec05]

i say chicagocycle and banzai in crystal lake. your best bets to find good used bikes.

[kerosene]

Dude, don't get a puss bike, get at least 5-600cc, otherwise you'll regret it. How big are you? I always felt like I was too big for anything less than 1000cc's, and I also felt like the bigger the bike the more stable it was.

6ft 1in @ 185lbs

[ColombianMax]

I thought ChicagoCycle was pretty damn steep on prices when I was looking for a GSXR-600 back in 2004...ChicagoCycle wanted like $9700 for a 2005 while Champion Cycle on Western and Addison wanted 7400 for the same exact bike in the same color, both brand new.

[DasTeknoViking]

500EX Ninja.
Why ? because its almost as cheap as a 250 Ninja, but it a older generation bike. I am looking for a starter bike for my girl, and I been all over CL for the last few days trying to find something decent.

I am looking for a Ninja 250/500, Honda Rebel 250 or Shadow Sabre.

BTW Suzuki and Honda don't make anything crotch-like, like Kawi does.

600 crotches are EASY to ride, don't limit yourself to 250-500cc.... reason I do that, because my girl is short. And Ninja 250/500 is a small bike, and I think she will be better off on that to start with. She can put her feet down easy at each light etc etc. Once she likes it, we can upgrade to a larger bike.

600s are easy to ride, why ? Because they got NO power on low RPMs so they can be driven smoothly and easy and if you feel like getting your hair on your back raised..... just point the tach PAST 10K RPM.

1000s are animals, savages, insane machines..... I love my 1000 V-Twin monster, it sounds incredible, goes like a mofo.

[walec05]

1000s are animals, savages, insane machines..... I love my 1000 V-Twin monster, it sounds incredible, goes like a mofo.

true that. i still have to check out and open up your 1000. that parking lot bs was nice, but i need to feel the powa.

[kerosene]

I dont know how much it will be for a 600, lady on phone said it goes up a lot after 500cc

[kerosene]

damnit, the niu classes were booked, their site was just super outdated! Sucks!!

Guys, is it worth it paying 300 for the basic riding classes, or should I sign up for sept classes and do it free, has anyone taken either and can make recommendation?

[aznsap]

damnit, the niu classes were booked, their site was just super outdated! Sucks!!

Guys, is it worth it paying 300 for the basic riding classes, or should I sign up for sept classes and do it free, has anyone taken either and can make recommendation?

is there a site relatively close to you? just go when they have classes scheduled and try to get in on standby. i got in on standby at the class in grayslake a couple weeks back. my buddy got in on standby last year at greatlakes.
and if you get in on standby, it's free.

[kerosene]

even standby is booked up, Im in des plaines so everything is pretty far regardless

I also want to take the classes before my bday so when I get my license renewed for auto I can do m license

[Grzesiu]

I just got quoted out on insurance for a bike, came out to;

For a 200CC
430/year @ 20y/o
310/year @ 21y/o

For a 500CC
500/year @ 20y/o
450/year @ 21y/o

I'm looking at a kawasaki 250r or Suzuki gsxr 250r

There do not seem to be many shops around chicago, can someone recommend one?

250 is boring, and u will wanna sell it after a week
since u r making big bucks like you said just buy a preowned bike
craigslist has plenty, and private party tax is only $25:0

[aznsap]

even standby is booked up, Im in des plaines so everything is pretty far regardless

I also want to take the classes before my bday so when I get my license renewed for auto I can do m license

standby is booked up? NIU courses don't work like that.
" Walk-In Student Procedure: Walk-in students will be selected using a lottery process. Those wanting to enroll as a walk-in will be given a two-part ticket. The individual will keep one half and the other half will be put into a container for a possible drawing on open spots. Once roll call is completed at 6 p.m., tickets will be drawn from the container to fill any vacancies"

http://www.outreach.niu.edu/mcycle/registration.shtml

you're in desplaines? i drove to grayslake from the city man, that was brutal. but crashed at a buddies place in northbrook which was about like halfway. but only reason is bc my little bro had signed up for that class and i was lucky enough to get in on standby.

[Grzesiu]

i say chicagocycle and banzai in crystal lake. your best bets to find good used bikes.

bring lube, chicago cycle will rape u pretty good
hate that place
they sell new 600s for 12-13gs over there
f that
if u serious, and u got cash, me or mike can come out with u to check out a bike with cash in hand
i can sell you my cbr if u wanna bad ass bike

[Grzesiu]

damnit, the niu classes were booked, their site was just super outdated! Sucks!!

Guys, is it worth it paying 300 for the basic riding classes, or should I sign up for sept classes and do it free, has anyone taken either and can make recommendation?

i posted this gizzilion times, my gf is takin it last weekend of may
http://www.chicagonissanclub.net/showthread.php?t=4273&highlight=motorcycle u can go to any of these on standby

[kerosene]

bring lube, chicago cycle will rape u pretty good
hate that place
they sell new 600s for 12-13gs over there
f that
if u serious, and u got cash, me or mike can come out with u to check out a bike with cash in hand
i can sell you my cbr if u wanna bad ass bike
Yea, the thing i was worried about when going through private is I dont know what to look/listen for.

Other reason I was thinking of 250 is they have good resell value, so I can learn to ride on something and not worry about loosing too much value wise... I've read both,

It's best to start off high so you're not anxious and underestimate the about the bigger engines ... but at the same time there is more to handle.... I've done some research and from what I've read the bigger engines also weigh a bit more but make it up with better handling

[Jaber]

I dont know how much it will be for a 600, lady on phone said it goes up a lot after 500cc

She's not lying.

I was 20 years old when I got a quote on a 600cc bike, max full coverage was $10k a year, min coverage was about half of that. Plus living in the city didn't help either. So yeah... The guy almost choked when he told me there was a extra zero at the end. :broke:

[Grzesiu]

look for damage or signs of damage, scuffs etc
start it up make sure it doesnt smoke, rev it up so there is no crazy engine noise
its not smart to start high, 1000 is not forgiving, 600 is a little more forgiving, but still dangerous
Yea, the thing i was worried about when going through private is I dont know what to look/listen for.

Other reason I was thinking of 250 is they have good resell value, so I can learn to ride on something and not worry about loosing too much value wise... I've read both,

It's best to start off high so you're not anxious and underestimate the about the bigger engines ... but at the same time there is more to handle.... I've done some research and from what I've read the bigger engines also weigh a bit more but make it up with better handling

[kerosene]

Jon, exactly, mine isnt that high... it will be 1kmax, for 500cc... although i did get quoted last month for 400/mth for a 250 by farmers :P

Grzes, are there any types of sounds to look for?

Anyone know the average of people taken in for walkins? how many people drop? I'd hate to drive 20miles to not get a spot :P shit happens though

[Grzesiu]

Jon, exactly, mine isnt that high... it will be 1kmax, for 500cc... although i did get quoted last month for 400/mth for a 250 by farmers :P

Grzes, are there any types of sounds to look for?

Anyone know the average of people taken in for walkins? how many people drop? I'd hate to drive 20miles to not get a spot :P shit happens though

when i went few years back there was 4 spots available
knockin or any other engine sounds

[kerosene]

when i went few years back there was 4 spots available
knockin or any other engine sounds
how many people walk in? 10? I talked my buddy into getting a bike this year too, so we'll need to get 2 spots

how much are you looking to sell yours for?

[Grzesiu]

how many people walk in? 10? I talked my buddy into getting a bike this year too, so we'll need to get 2 spots

how much are you looking to sell yours for?

it has 4300 miles, about 1500$ in extra parts, plus all stock crap
8900$ obo cash takes her home

[kerosene]

ah shiet, way more than I was looking at spending for a bike atm, plus I dont have THAT much in cash... haha

I actually might get rid of my car rims to add to my bike fund... it will add 400 to my pocket

[walec05]

bring lube, chicago cycle will rape u pretty good
hate that place
they sell new 600s for 12-13gs over there
f that
if u serious, and u got cash, me or mike can come out with u to check out a bike with cash in hand
i can sell you my cbr if u wanna bad ass bike

im not saying i would buy from them. but if he doesnt want to look on CL, then why not buy from a dealer.

i saw your bike for sale too greg. still trying to sell that thing. what do you want to get instead?

[kerosene]

im not saying i would buy from them. but if he doesnt want to look on CL, then why not buy from a dealer.

i saw your bike for sale too greg. still trying to sell that thing. what do you want to get instead?

Not saying i dont want to look at CL I want to go to a bikeshop to look at some bikes and see prices so I can compare

[DasTeknoViking]

Get a YZF600 or a CB599 for a 1st bike....

Another thing I highly recommend is a ZZR600. I had a bike like that last year that Rob learned how to ride on, and Paul rode.... these guys put like 3K miles on that beast.

If you are interested in a bike, let me know and I will try to go look at it with you. I have had my Honda torn apart this winter into a million pieces.... went through and fixed EVERYTHING that needed to be fixed.

I bought my shit on CL with damage, worn tires etc etc for 2800 bux if I recall.... my bike comes up on CL all the time with less shit on it for 7500 !

Big engine bikes don't handle as nice as the 600s, because the engine and whole bike is WAY beefier and not as nimble due to the weight difference.

[Grzesiu]

im not saying i would buy from them. but if he doesnt want to look on CL, then why not buy from a dealer.

i saw your bike for sale too greg. still trying to sell that thing. what do you want to get instead?

dont really wanna sell it, i put the best and expensive mods i always wanted to have so the bike is perfect....but everything is for sale for the right price


probably 09 1KRR ABS

[walec05]

^^^nice.

i was thinking more along the lines of a duc 1098 in a bright red.

[Grzesiu]

Get a YZF600 or a CB599 for a 1st bike....

Another thing I highly recommend is a ZZR600. I had a bike like that last year that Rob learned how to ride on, and Paul rode.... these guys put like 3K miles on that beast.

If you are interested in a bike, let me know and I will try to go look at it with you. I have had my Honda torn apart this winter into a million pieces.... went through and fixed EVERYTHING that needed to be fixed.

I bought my shit on CL with damage, worn tires etc etc for 2800 bux if I recall.... my bike comes up on CL all the time with less shit on it for 7500 !

Big engine bikes don't handle as nice as the 600s, because the engine and whole bike is WAY beefier and not as nimble due to the weight difference.

yeah i remember when we went to get it, it was like so what should we offer X amount, guy comes out, so what do u wanna get for it, he says x amount, ok we will take it lol

[Grzesiu]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/1135449564.html

http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1135413933.html

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/mcy/1135407417.html

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1135347002.html <--i saw this bike, needs a full fairing kit, which you can get a replica kit on ebay, offered him 4K a month ago, he still didn't sell it, probably will give it away @4500
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/__?_from=R40&_trksid=p3841.m38.l1313&_nkw=06+600rr+fairing&_sacat=

http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1135136732.html

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1134967314.html

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1134836608.html

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/mcy/1133982092.html

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/1133905405.html

http://www.roadtrackandtrail.com/pre_owned_list.asp?page=2

[walec05]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1135347002.html <--i saw this bike, needs a full fairing kit, which you can get a replica kit on ebay, offered him 4K a month ago, he still didn't sell it, probably will give it away @4500




called him. doesnt pick up phone calls or respond to texts. i was offering $4500.

how bad is the damage btw? there is only one pic of it online.

[Grzesiu]

called him. doesnt pick up phone calls or respond to texts. i was offering $4500.

how bad is the damage btw? there is only one pic of it online.

needs a full fairing kit, rear seat, and some small stuff, call him leave a message, only right side has no rash which you can sell for a few hundo

extended warranty can be cancelled

[walec05]

thats what ill do.

from the pics it doesnt look that bad. ill see how much i can jew him down.

if extended is cancled, they refund me the remaining ballance right?

[Grzesiu]

thats what ill do.

from the pics it doesnt look that bad. ill see how much i can jew him down.

if extended is cancled, they refund me the remaining balance right?

if u transfer it over, but just get him to return it, and take it off the price of the bike

[walec05]

yeah, left him a message. my pops dont care anymore, said registration and title under his name is ok.

know anyone who needs parts for an R6. bill of sale only, clean frame.

[kerosene]

so I found an awesome website that shows you all bike shops in states http://www.motorcycle-shops.us and another http://www.mautofied.com

[kerosene]

so now that my wheels are sold, I also am selling the alarm as of saturday, I will have 1500 for the bike :) great amount for a downpayment... I might hold off for a year and collect enough $ to pay for the bike full price... haven't decided yet.

[Grzesiu]

so now that my wheels are sold, I also am selling the alarm as of saturday, I will have 1500 for the bike :) great amount for a downpayment... I might hold off for a year and collect enough $ to pay for the bike full price... haven't decided yet.

well if you are gonna do so, get your own financing cause the dealer will try to screw you
national city, capital one, and others do loans for motorcycles and boats

[Grzesiu]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/1143280371.html
perfect starter bike, already dropped so if you drop it it wont hurt as much, plus 3k miles that is low

[kerosene]

well if you are gonna do so, get your own financing cause the dealer will try to screw you
national city, capital one, and others do loans for motorcycles and boats
I was thinking about that, I will need to check out % that they have and see if it's worth it waiting another year or going through them

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/1143280371.html
perfect starter bike, already dropped so if you drop it it wont hurt as much, plus 3k miles that is low

Well regardless what bike I get, until I am comfortable I was going to get framesliders so less chance of damage

[Grzesiu]

I was thinking about that, I will need to check out % that they have and see if it's worth it waiting another year or going through them



Well regardless what bike I get, until I am comfortable I was going to get framesliders so less chance of damage

6.99%
https://www.nationalcity.com/personal-banking/products-services/borrowing/loans/pages/other-loans.asp
6.99%
http://www.capitalone.com/personalloans/?linkid=WWW_0908_PERS_Z_LNHPN_C1_02_T_PL1

[kerosene]

6.99%
https://www.nationalcity.com/personal-banking/products-services/borrowing/loans/pages/other-loans.asp
6.99%
http://www.capitalone.com/personalloans/?linkid=WWW_0908_PERS_Z_LNHPN_C1_02_T_PL1

Looks like capitalone is invite only
I filed an application for natcity to see what they'll give me

[walec05]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/1143280371.html
perfect starter bike, already dropped so if you drop it it wont hurt as much, plus 3k miles that is low

great deal if its a clean title. 636 has balls, also has trans issues if you really beat on it.

[Grzesiu]

great deal if its a clean title. 636 has balls, also has trans issues if you really beat on it.

all kawasaki have that, some yamahas too, but this one just has 3k miles

[walec05]

all kawasaki have that, some yamahas too, but this one just has 3k miles

well got the pics the guy emailed me. not bad at all, left fairing is scratched and has a couple broken tabs. lower clutch cover is scratched to shit, but doesnt leak. rear upper tail is scratched but the seat is ok. left bar end is scratched and the clutch handle is bent.

other than that, clean bike.

[kerosene]

well got the pics the guy emailed me. not bad at all, left fairing is scratched and has a couple broken tabs. lower clutch cover is scratched to shit, but doesnt leak. rear upper tail is scratched but the seat is ok. left bar end is scratched and the clutch handle is bent.

other than that, clean bike.

forward them over to me when you get a chance

[Grzesiu]

forward them over to me when you get a chance

yeah me too
buddy from work might be interested

[walec05]

werd talked to the guy earlier. apparently he dumped it a couple days ago. bought it used a month or so ago and now is selling it. no title in hand. but said its a clean one.

i dont know if i would buy it with a bill of sale and someone's word. i want to see the title first.

[walec05]

here are the pics he emailed me. i guess the left side has more damage, but the right side is not completely clean either.

[kerosene]

werd talked to the guy earlier. apparently he dumped it a couple days ago. bought it used a month or so ago and now is selling it. no title in hand. but said its a clean one.
.

Yea, somehow I do not believe that....

[walec05]

hes gonna text me the vin later. ill run it at work tomorrow, just to be on the safe side.

i was looking at his pics for a pic of the plate. if i had that, i could run that at work and it would tell me everything i need to know as well. (registration dates, adress, lien or no lien, title status, ect)

[kerosene]

ask him to see the broken tail light so you can see if the bracket is bent :P

[walec05]

ask him to see the broken tail light so you can see if the bracket is bent :P

yeah, thought about that. nothing really wrong with the tail though, just that scratch on the left side.

all i have to do is text one of the girls in the office when i go check it out, they will run the plates, although temp plates might not work like the normal illinois plates do in the system.

[Grzesiu]

what did u get him down to? he manages to trash all fairings
you can always get a race replica
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/__?_from=R40&_trksid=p3841.m39.l1313&_nkw=05+kawasaki+zx6r+fairing&_sacat=
before u get to crazy into it shop around for parts
kawi's are cheapest out of 600s


these look tight http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-KAWASAKI-05-06-ZX636-ZX6R-ZX-636-ZX-6R-FAIRING-002F_W0QQitemZ270367198693QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotor cycles_Parts_Accessories?hash=item270367198693&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A1205|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318

[kerosene]

^^ they remind me of a little kids bike with those "frendzle" things (sorry dont know american name...haha)

[Grzesiu]

^^ they remind me of a little kids bike with those "frendzle" things (sorry dont know american name...haha)

tassels

find out what bank he has, call the bank and verify they have the title

[kerosene]

there you go tassels... my Polish is mucho bueno compared to englich... hahah 16years in states and running strong

I dunno if bank can give out that kind of info... especially if you dont have his name, acct# or anything else... "Hi im calling regarding vin#, can you tell me if the owner has a title to it"

[Grzesiu]

there you go tassels... my Polish is mucho bueno compared to englich... hahah 16years in states and running strong

I dunno if bank can give out that kind of info... especially if you dont have his name, acct# or anything else... "Hi im calling regarding vin#, can you tell me if the owner has a title to it"

no but u can call and verify the pay off, or if they have the title
how do you think we take cars with loans on trade ins

[walec05]

he bought it cash from bonzai motors. still has the temp plate on it. title is in the process of getting to him. usually does take a month or so, so it should be comming in soon.

[DasTeknoViking]

636 is one of the nicest 600s around, tons of mods for those things !

More midrange and low end than most 600s because they are larger engine- 636 basically.

My Kawi never had any issues with the trans, you just need to make sure the chain is adjusted right. That is the #1 culprit of bad shifts, 2nd is oil quality/quantity.

If you need any of us to go check it out, shouldn't be a problem. If you need room to store it for a while- shouldn't be a problem over my house after I clean out the garage. I have too many Honda parts laying around.

Kawi are cheap to maintain and are very reliable. Stay away from Suzuki.

[kerosene]

4k for a bike with minor damage isn't bad, I really wouldnt consider changing out the farings until I learned how to ride and felt comfortable, as far as mods go I'd only get the sliders, I dont see a need for anything else atm.

Looks like NatCity declined my application for a bike loan at 5k, they don't do lower (which is dumb imo) I'd have to check out what stealership can offer me, if I put 1500 or 2000 down, it shouldn't be too bad

Mike - I have a garage in Lake In The Hills where I store my car parts, I'll prob store the bike in there after I get it during winter, I'll just need to get a stand to keep it off the wheels, thanks for the offer though.... I will prob need to get one of you once I'm ready to test the bike, I'd like someone to 'ride' it to see it shifts correctly, and listen to it at higher revs.

[walec05]

636 is one of the nicest 600s around, tons of mods for those things !

More midrange and low end than most 600s because they are larger engine- 636 basically.

My Kawi never had any issues with the trans, you just need to make sure the chain is adjusted right. That is the #1 culprit of bad shifts, 2nd is oil quality/quantity.

If you need any of us to go check it out, shouldn't be a problem. If you need room to store it for a while- shouldn't be a problem over my house after I clean out the garage. I have too many Honda parts laying around.

Kawi are cheap to maintain and are very reliable. Stay away from Suzuki.

ive read up on the kawi forums about the newer 636's. the 05-06-07's bending the shifting fork if you do beat on them alot. basically have to replace the whole trans, no fixable parts.

ill see whats up. ive always been a fan of that color. looks freakin bad ass.

[Grzesiu]

ive read up on the kawi forums about the newer 636's. the 05-06-07's bending the shifting fork if you do beat on them alot. basically have to replace the whole trans, no fixable parts.

ill see whats up. ive always been a fan of that color. looks freakin bad ass.

usually if the dealership doesn't lag it is 3-4 weeks to get the title

also 05+ have the undertail exhaust so that looks a lot nicer

[walec05]

agreed. i like the undertail much better than the side mounted one.

[DasTeknoViking]

.....undertail looks nice, just wait till the summer :P

I am GLAD my bike has exhaust on the sides.... which ALSO cooks my ass at its mounted at mid height.

[RobSE]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1135347002.html

nuff said, it's been for sale for a while now, maybe ill offer him $4k cash tomorrow.

[Grzesiu]

.....undertail looks nice, just wait till the summer :P

I am GLAD my bike has exhaust on the sides.... which ALSO cooks my ass at its mounted at mid height.

that is y i like my carbon fiber can:) nice and cool (can only, everything else is hot hehe)

[zim5004]

Just signed up for classes for May1st at NIU :)
Im there right now

[kerosene]

So I was at banzia (sp) today, big inventory, high markup, they want 7.5k for a 500cc Kawa... ouch

[DasTeknoViking]

7.5K bux for a Ninja 500EX ? They are on some SERIOUS crack.

You could have gotten a NEW Gixxer 1000 for that price @ LVC when they where blowing out their inventory few months back.

I thought VERY hard about picking up a bike as the deals where incredible.

[MEMPHIS]

im rdy fo my sunday rajd yohz.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2018/2335752637_e5db7c54f3.jpg

[Grzesiu]

im rdy fo my sunday rajd yohz.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2018/2335752637_e5db7c54f3.jpg

my dad ahd a Gazela in poland, had a similar headlight design

[walec05]

that 05 kawi 636 is sold!!!! just got a text from the guy a few hrs ago.

[Grzesiu]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/1149653897.html nice bike

[walec05]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/mcy/1158790020.html

i went to check it out on sat before i got the CBR. i was offering the guy $5300, he called me today to see if i still wanted it. he will take $5K. super clean, low miles, well taken care of. nice mods.

[Grzesiu]

sick deal on a repsol ( if its clean)
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1160081132.html

[wizard8873]

sick deal on a repsol ( if its clean)
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1160081132.html

damn, that's a nice ass deal. wouldn't mind one, esp with that mileage and year.

[walec05]

sick deal on a repsol ( if its clean)
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1160081132.html

whats the diff between a repsol and the normal 600rr?

besides the fairings and shit.

[Grzesiu]

whats the diff between a repsol and the normal 600rr?

besides the fairings and shit.

the difference is they never made a 600rr in repsol model
they made the 1krr in repsol, 05,07, 08
07 and 08 dont have black frames, and the fairing paint scheme
the link i posted is for a 1krr

[walec05]

oh shit my bad greg. i thought it was a 600, so the repsol has diff paint scheme and other details. how about suspension and motor work, all stock or modified somehow?

[Grzesiu]

oh shit my bad greg. i thought it was a 600, so the repsol has diff paint scheme and other details. how about suspension and motor work, all stock or modified somehow?

all stock
just cosmetic

[kerosene]

bump

http://www.chicagomotorcycleauctions.com/ (http://www.chicagomotorcycleauctions.com/FBk8111772.htm)

[Grzesiu]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1179939124.html NOT BAD FOR 6 BONES

[kerosene]

I've seen some decent bikes on CL lately

[wizard8873]

I've seen some decent bikes on CL lately

a few people lost their jobs and are looking for ways to pay bills and selling bikes is sadly one of the first things some people do

[kerosene]

yea, and we should reap the benefits

[walec05]

yeah, you have to do what you have to do to make ends meet.

hope it doesnt happen to anyone on this forum, getting rid of the bike would suck big time. its got a special place in my heart.

[Grzesiu]

kerosene, just buy this one
http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1181720132.html
he takes credit cards, so you can charge it, transfer it to z 0% card and you are gettin all the girls in town
woot woot
lol

[kerosene]

i signed up for classes finally, july 27th normal IL! 162 miles hahah

[walec05]

im going to chicago cycle later. i need to pick up some new gloves and cant buy them online. i need them like for today.

[Grzesiu]

i signed up for classes finally, july 27th normal IL! 162 miles hahah

well since i am going to be out of town for the weekend you can use my bike
NOT

[Grzesiu]

im going to chicago cycle later. i need to pick up some new gloves and cant buy them online. i need them like for today.

i will probably go next week there, so i can pick up some gloves for the gf

[walec05]

well i was at chicago cycle earlier today. i picked up some new alpinestar gloves. way better fit than my old ones, and the padding is nice too.

i was also checking out helmets and ive decided to go with an icon. shoei are a bit expensive for me, and icons seems to have good reviews and nice styling.

this is the one i want to get...what do you guys think??

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/38/13182/ITEM/Icon-Airframe-Solid-Rubatone-Helmet.aspx

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ProductImages/OG/2008_Icon_Airframe_Solid_Rubatone_Flat_Black.jpg

http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/dir/image.php?id=36727

***edit

and here
http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/sport/motorcycle+helmets/icon_airframe+helmet+-+solid+black+rubatone

they seem to have it the cheapest. $250 plus shipping. chicycle wanted $279 plus tax.

[kerosene]

well since i am going to be out of town for the weekend you can use my bike

Awesome! Drop it off

[Grzesiu]

Awesome! Drop it off

typical polus, give him somethin for free and then he demands delivery lol :morning:

[kerosene]

typical polus, give him somethin for free and then he demands delivery lol :morning:
haha, :mine: yea... it's true... make sure its gassed up too, but than again 12 bucks for gas is nothing

[Kowalski]

http://www.motorcyclecloseouts.com/dir/image.php?id=36727

i see spoiler... ricer...

[walec05]

spoiler = stability at speed. ive got one with no spoiler now and it lifts almost at all speeds.

from what i read and from what was explained to me as i was looking at them, the spoiler makes the helmet cut through the air better, and makes it more stable on your head.

also, this helmet has great venting so summer riding shouldnt be a problem, even with the all black finish i want to get.

[kerosene]

spoiler = stability at speed. ive got one with no spoiler now and it lifts almost at all speeds.

from what i read and from what was explained to me as i was looking at them, the spoiler makes the helmet cut through the air better, and makes it more stable on your head.

also, this helmet has great venting so summer riding shouldnt be a problem, even with the all black finish i want to get.

additionally what I've read is that it helps reduce noise which I can only assume is annoying as FUDGE

[kerosene]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/mcy/1200811979.html
http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1200776845.html

I think the Kawasaki is a pretty good deal, can prob lower to 4k... any comments?

[Kowalski]

b00b used to own a f4i so he should have some info on it...
mike can give a review on the kawi... i think that is the one he used to own... andpaul and ketchup used to ride it, too...

[kerosene]

Mike owned a ZZr :) and i know a bit about the kawa, its the cbr that I have no idea about... I'm going to go to chicycle and feel out the cbr see how it is in comparison to kawa and suzi...

[DasTeknoViking]

No, I owned a ZX6R like that one.... they kept on making that "body style" bike later still and just renamed it ZZR600. I think from 05-08 they made them, pretty dependable bike.

F4i feels similar to the Kawi, they are the same league bike. Honda made the F4i alongside the RR, just like Kawi made the ZZR600 along side the ZX6R.

I think the Kawi might have more power ? but it feels a bit bigger and more relaxed.

[Grzesiu]

No, I owned a ZX6R like that one.... they kept on making that "body style" bike later still and just renamed it ZZR600. I think from 05-08 they made them, pretty dependable bike.

F4i feels similar to the Kawi, they are the same league bike. Honda made the F4i alongside the RR, just like Kawi made the ZZR600 along side the ZX6R.

I think the Kawi might have more power ? but it feels a bit bigger and more relaxed.

F4i=i=fuel injected, where the kawi is not, fuel injcted=easier and cheaper to maintain in the long run
you can get a newer bodied bike for 4400$
actually my friend can probably sell you his 2003 CBR for around 5 or less (yellow one in attached pics), runs strong, most of the guys that ride saw it in action, plus it already has all the mods one might need on a bike, including leo vince sbk titanium pipe
i wouldn't get the older bodied bike, newer ones are smaller, faster and more nimble

[walec05]

i got to agree with greg, the newer bikes are smaller, lighter and faster.

and that 03 cbr that his buddy has is a nice bike. exhaust sounds killer on it.

[kerosene]

I was looking to spend around 5k including gear :\

[Grzesiu]

I was looking to spend around 5k including gear :\

he can probably work something out, I will ask him in a few once he gets in for the day

[kerosene]

cool, thanks :)

[Grzesiu]

cool, thanks :)

it has the integrated tail light, flush mounts, smoke screen, pipe (around $500 when it was new) he has a front sprocket if you want to upgrade, new rear tire(michelin pp), front tire could be replaced soon
other than that it is a yellow metallic paint(only made for 1 year), so it looks real sharp in the sun, never dropped or wrecked
basically it has all the mods you would want to do on a bike when you get it, and mods for the bikes are not cheap

[Grzesiu]

Ok, i just talked to him, he can get you a lid, but no jacket, he wants to keep his jacket since it is a $400 one (and he is a built so it probably would be to small for you anyway).
If you are interested let me know or pm me your email and I will get him to send you better pics.
Also he is not desperate to sell it, since there is nothing wrong with this bike and he is looking for a replacement R1. CBR1kRR or ZX10R. In other words he is pretty firm on the price because of the condition of the bike. :spend:

[kerosene]

Greg, not as though it really matters atm, but is it a less toothed sprocket for front? or more? I couldnt imagine a reason he would get higher than stock

btw, pmed you

[Grzesiu]

Greg, not as though it really matters atm, but is it a less toothed sprocket for front? or more? I couldnt imagine a reason he would get higher than stock

btw, pmed you

bike has a stock sprocket on it, but this one is extra, smaller one, one tooth less

[kerosene]

Ah, do you know why he didnt replace it? theres a tourqe benefit from it

[Grzesiu]

Ah, do you know why he didnt replace it? theres a tourqe benefit from it

you get better accelaration, but higher rpm on highway, also you need to get a speedo healer or your speedo will show faster than you are actually going
basically your gears are shorter=quicker acceleration, lower top end

[kerosene]

ah i see, so besides replacing it, it involves more $

[walec05]

yeah, i looked at mine, and it looks like a pain in the ass to get to.

i want to do the 520 conversion with -1 in front and +2 in the rear. should give the bike really nice low end power.

[Grzesiu]

yeah, i looked at mine, and it looks like a pain in the ass to get to.

i want to do the 520 conversion with -1 in front and +2 in the rear. should give the bike really nice low end power.

i didnt touch mine, dont wanna have the engine reving @10k rpm when i am doing 70 lol

[kerosene]

I can see how that could be annoying... sound like a porsche in first year

[Grzesiu]

I can see how that could be annoying... sound like a porsche in first year

umm no sounds like a bike haulin ass:)
stock bike maybe, but my bike is pretty loud, and the gearing is ok for me

[kerosene]

you said he changed the exhaust, does it still make it sound like a civic?

[Grzesiu]

you said he changed the exhaust, does it still make it sound like a civic?

leo vince is know to have a deep sound to it, sound almost like a liter bike, basically you will crap your pants when he flies by you at WOT
the bikes that sound like a civic are usually sporting d&d pipes lol
here are the pics i promised
http://w977.wrzuta.pl/plik/6qnGRRxWIiC/matts600rr
click on "Ściągnij plik »" to download the pics, he zipped them for you

[kerosene]

awesome, Polski :) Pauls bike sounds like a civic and it's stock... or wait... the civic sounds like the bike

I'll let you know prob next week if its a go or not

btw, that files I tried dling it, I'm getting a corrupt message on winrar

[Grzesiu]

awesome, Polski :) Pauls bike sounds like a civic and it's stock... or wait... the civic sounds like the bike

I'll let you know prob next week if its a go or not

btw, that files I tried dling it, I'm getting a corrupt message on winrar

my buddies sounds bad ass and it pops flames:)
it is weird how you are comparing it to a civic, i never heard a civic sound like this
qsyrMYoBqHs
5nFpmCpsZkw
ZJpXfyVLXes
do-qmRYkkWw
aT8sT1Uk434

here is how my civic sounds (not my bike, same pipe)
gg7JQUWHGVg

[kerosene]

Holy shit that sounds nice, much different than stock

[kerosene]

btw, that files I tried dling it, I'm getting a corrupt message on winrar
Ignore that, I dled em... looks real beautiful, nice color scheme, looks like he took care of it

[walec05]

myshit dont sound like a civic. now if i had some yoshi exhaust then it would be more civic like, but still have a deep tone. with it being stock, you can barely hear it....well only hear it when you punch it full bore.

i really want to get an akrapovic exhaust for mine, but have been looking at a Arata slip on. they dont sound too bad.

[Grzesiu]

myshit dont sound like a civic. now if i had some yoshi exhaust then it would be more civic like, but still have a deep tone. with it being stock, you can barely hear it....well only hear it when you punch it full bore.

i really want to get an akrapovic exhaust for mine, but have been looking at a Arata slip on. they dont sound too bad.

arata makes nice stuff also
arata, akra, leo vince, termigonni, erion, jardine, arrow they all sound pretty good
my jardine sounded nice too, it was pretty deep, i had the cf can RT-1

[Grzesiu]

ahh bring a tear to my eye, i love that color combo on my old bike
http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1206673023.html

[kerosene]

Those solid colored bikes look real nice

[walec05]

damn someone detailed the shit out of that bike. looks sharp as hell.

[kerosene]

mexican from martin?

[kerosene]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1221520041.html

Interesting price...

[walec05]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1221520041.html

Interesting price...

garbage if you ask me.

[kerosene]

I've read some decent things about it, watched some vids too... doesnt look too bad, has tourqe and hp throughout not just high rev

[DasTeknoViking]

Buell.......nahh. They r tinnnney bikes.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/mcy/1211357403.html

OR

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/mcy/1215416880.html

Similar to my bike.

Look for a Ninja 650 also, good looking bike with great performance overall.

[kerosene]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1221722933.html

I dont like how the Ninjas feel, not very aggressive

[DasTeknoViking]

http://www.banzai-motorsports.com/detail-2003-suzuki-sv1000sk3-4144634.html

Looks VERY good !

[kerosene]

SV's have a relaxed feeling, looks nice though... decent price

[DasTeknoViking]

Its a rare 1000cc V-Twin vs the normal 650s.

Guy I know went riding with us today, he had his 650 up to around 130. If my GF was taller, finding a bike that would suit her would be much easier. I'm PWND by the seat height.

Looking at a XL883 for her.... Ninja 250R, Yamaha V-Star 650, Suzuki M50. Ninja 250 is standing out the most, but I think she will be more comfy with a cruiser. Choices..... fuck me silly.

[kerosene]

Insurance must be a bitch .5 I'll check it out to see what 1000's will run

It's a shame (Bike wise) that your girl is so short....

Damn, what the fuck - $275.00 its 40% less than a 600 cc

2003 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 - Insurance is 594

huge difference

[kerosene]

So I got some insurance quotes - They're all more or less all the same I guess, so regardless what CC engine I get I'll pay almost the same amount (Btw - this is all based on VIN#'s)

2007 KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R - $495.00
2000 YAMAHA YZFR1 - $465.00
2004 HONDA RC51 RVT - $564.00
2005 SUZUKI GSX-R600 - $515.00
2004 HONDA CBR1000RR - $493.00

[Grzesiu]

no idea who you are using, but state farm just goes flat out by engine size
300 full coverage for year on my old 600, 450 for the 1000 full year

[kerosene]

progressive - Basis the engine and type of bike... it's the cheapest for me

[kerosene]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/mcy/1221953374.html

tacky neons

[Grzesiu]

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/mcy/1221953374.html

tacky neons

might as well throw in a few hundo more and get matt's 600rr

[kerosene]

defenitly

[DasTeknoViking]

Yeah RC's are expenssive to insure. Progressive goes by risk and year in order to determine their insurance rates.

Just wait out on a good deal. Proper bike will come at a proper time.

[kerosene]

Mike, as I said in pm ... right now its not a timing or $ issue, hopefully it'll be sorted by july

[Grzesiu]

Mike, as I said in pm ... right now its not a timing or $ issue, hopefully it'll be sorted by july

i though you were making phat cash with your job :spend:
you made it sound like you can buy a bike with your monthly income

[kerosene]

and I quote right now its not a timing or $ issue

[Grzesiu]

and I quote

than what is the issue?
:rob:

[kerosene]

Storage, the association expects me to put a bike and my car on one parking spot without hanging off the parking spot (which is not possible) I can take my chances and put the bike on it's own spot but it'll get towed the following evening, hopefully by or beging of July I'll have a public storage garage right next to my place to store it there

[Jaber]

Storage, the association expects me to put a bike and my car on one parking spot without hanging off the parking spot (which is not possible) I can take my chances and put the bike on it's own spot but it'll get towed the following evening, hopefully by or beging of July I'll have a public storage garage right next to my place to store it there

Only get 1 parking spot? That sucks!

[Grzesiu]

Storage, the association expects me to put a bike and my car on one parking spot without hanging off the parking spot (which is not possible) I can take my chances and put the bike on it's own spot but it'll get towed the following evening, hopefully by or beging of July I'll have a public storage garage right next to my place to store it there

it is doable, bike does not take much space, so if the parking space can take a SUV, it can fit a car and a bike
just get a bike cover for it and you are set

[kerosene]

Only get 1 parking spot? That sucks!

well 1 sticker per household member

it is doable, bike does not take much space, so if the parking space can take a SUV, it can fit a car and a bike
just get a bike cover for it and you are set

I've checked, car will hang off if I want to get both on one spot (which either means ticket or tow), remember my car is dropped so I cant go up all the way to the concrete

[Grzesiu]

well 1 sticker per household member



I've checked, car will hang off if I want to get both on one spot (which either means ticket or tow), remember my car is dropped so I cant go up all the way to the concrete

put the bike in front of the car

[kerosene]

Cant park the car backwards (ticket or tow)

there's about 1.5ft between car and the concrete if I park forwards, it will BARLEY fit there + then need to figure out how to get out of there.

Other idea Mike had was park the bike on the other side of the concrete, cant will get a ticket for that... I think there's 2 people with bikes here and they dont have cars they did at one point or multiple and got rid of them which gave them a sticker(I talked to them) and then they decided to park together on 1 spot (they are across the property from me.)

[DasTeknoViking]

Here is a GREAT idea ! Buy yourself a bad ass VW hatchback, and your car AND 2 bikes will fit in the parking spot ;)

I've lived in a condo, I know they are a bunch of lame ass jews.

[kerosene]

Well part of the "downgrade" with car I was hoping it will be shorter so I can fit a bike and car on one spot... the tiny cars are just that.. tiny... i sometimes need a big trunk for moving equipment

and yes, they are jews... they're trying to get every bit of $ they can $190 for a fucking tow...

[DasTeknoViking]

Some "small" cars are bigger than you expect. You should see the size of my trunk, I can stack up 2 50" Panasonic plasmas in the boxes inside the trunk and drive my car home. I've hauled 1 home and had enough room for another one. I'm more comfortable driving my Golf than my Maxima, its deff got a much more "high end" ride quality.

But I hear ya with the parking, no sense buying a car or a bike if you got no room to store it anywhere. In my case I got a garage for storage.

[wizard8873]

have any stairs to get into your place? if not then just pull the bike into the living room

[kerosene]

Mike, I know they are, I have to haul server and parts sometimes so it's not as much height but width.

I live in a(n) apartment... 2nd floor... clears everything up?

That's why I see it worth it getting the garage that's by me for 40/mth... I might be able to split it with my bud and store his minicooper in there and his bike (once he gets one)

[kerosene]

Interesting looking bike

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1223737884.html

[TheMuse]

that bike looks aggressive as hell, but it writes that the bike is in a class of its own for quality to price....is that accurate? i mean for 9200 smackers I would never expect anything less than top quality on a bike..

[kerosene]

it says something when they compare it to the ducati 1098S

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/9/498/Motorcycle-Article/2007-Aprilia-RSV1000R-vs-Ducati-1098S.aspx

[DasTeknoViking]

Meh I looked at the RSV.... it looks very much like a RC from the front, and has less power than *MY* RC.

Cool looking bike, but short on the WOW factor.

[kerosene]

DEAL!! http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1231137404.html
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1231129805.html

[Grzesiu]

DEAL!! http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1231137404.html
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/mcy/1231129805.html

1-junk
2-flagged

[DasTeknoViking]

Just buy my RC Alan. Dependable ride that needs nothing !

I'm getting something I can keep up with crotches with, with all the best comforts known to man. GL1800.

[kerosene]

wow youre going goldwing? wtf the next step is ultra classic... hahaha old man

[DasTeknoViking]

No, I'm not a Harley kinda guy.

I would like something more comfy, after watching a show on hiking n shit in Montana, I would love to go on a bike ride down to the rockies !

I seen a show on TV, GL1800 rider keeping up down some very twisty roads with some crotches. If you push it hard enough, it will do it.

[kerosene]

dude, bimmer? powah + look + COMFORT

[DasTeknoViking]

http://www.banzai-motorsports.com/detail-2005-honda-gl1800_30th_anniversary_edition-gold_wing-3329501.html

Just look at the comfort.........seriously, Gregs 500 mile road trip from KY he just did on a crotch must feel VERY bad on his whole body. Where on this thing you can cruise in comfort at almost any speed.

If I wanted something BMWish.... I would get a Concours 14 by Kawasaki.

[kerosene]

They had 2 Gl's at chicago cycle, tbh feels like too much of a car... when I look at bike I look at it moreso roughing out... not a bike with an airbag.

he kawasaki is touring isnt it?

[DasTeknoViking]

Concours 14 is a ZX14 Ninja made into a sport touring bike. Its got the 1400cc I4 which has been lightly detuned.

Remote key start, tire pressure monitors, hard saddle bags, electric windshield adjustment, on board computer. Speed limited to 170 but thats enough for a "cruiser".

[DasTeknoViking]

http://www.bikeintro.com/wp-content/kawasaki-concours14.jpg
http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/jpg/200809/kawasaki-concours-14-1w.jpg
Big fan of this particular bike.

[kerosene]

Damn, I dont know man, I dont see you on a cruiser yet... BUT if you do you have to get a nazi skull cap

https://www.mainemilitary.com/productcart/pc/catalog/russianspike.jpg

Ya the Kawa is nice, just.. too OLD people looking...

[Grzesiu]

http://www.banzai-motorsports.com/detail-2005-honda-gl1800_30th_anniversary_edition-gold_wing-3329501.html

Just look at the comfort.........seriously, Gregs 500 mile road trip from KY he just did on a crotch must feel VERY bad on his whole body. Where on this thing you can cruise in comfort at almost any speed.

If I wanted something BMWish.... I would get a Concours 14 by Kawasaki.

actually this RR is the most comfortable CBR I had, ride wasnt bad
seat is very comfy, and the riding position is pretty easy on hands
overall i am happy
if it is not a crotch its a goldwing
http://bikerpunks.com/mediaviewer/1906/knee-down-with-the-gold-wing.html
enough said

[DasTeknoViking]

balls riding on the 'Wing. Seen similar video on TV, its not just for old farts. Its for people who want comfort. I would love to do a cross country ride, but not on a RC. I would be sore as shit.

[kerosene]

Thought I'd share

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1232829711.html

Looks decent. it's a kawa, and there'll be a insurance break (not sure about size) since the alarm is in there.

[Grzesiu]

Thought I'd share

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1232829711.html

Looks decent. it's a kawa, and there'll be a insurance break (not sure about size) since the alarm is in there.

buy a bike already and stop posting stupid crap
:spend:
i know of a bad ass yellow cbr with your name on it
just do it

[kerosene]

he still hasn't sold it? damn.

I'm just trolling CL Bikes

[DasTeknoViking]

You told me you won't get a bike this year.... so why troll ? I got your PM.

I put off buying a bike for a long time since 2001/02 after my last bike I flipped and sold. Each year I was like, I will get one, I will get one.... and finally when my buddy Daniel said hes got a bike he wants to sell. I said fuck it and got it. After 6 years of no riding, I saddled up the kawi and never looked back. Since last year I have owned 3 bikes.

Find your nuts, you won't regret it. My GF loves the ride !

[kerosene]

I troll to see what's around :)

I cant get the garage I need, they wanted to give to give me a inside building , I'll be moving at the end of sept and I'll have my own 2 car garage (one car filled, other for bikes)

[DasTeknoViking]

Store the bike at someones house, someone whos near by so you can just go hop in your car and go for a ride. Don't let your shitty housing problem stop you from having fun on 2 wheels.

[kerosene]

Only person I live by is a coworker (across the street) he's moving to chitown end of month... its possible its just not meant to happen this year, not like its the end of the world

[Grzesiu]

he still hasn't sold it? damn.

I'm just trolling CL Bikes

there is alot of kerosene type of buyers, saying they are ready to buy, ask all types of questions, come out check it out, and say they will get one next year

[Grzesiu]

You told me you won't get a bike this year.... so why troll ? I got your PM.

I put off buying a bike for a long time since 2001/02 after my last bike I flipped and sold. Each year I was like, I will get one, I will get one.... and finally when my buddy Daniel said hes got a bike he wants to sell. I said fuck it and got it. After 6 years of no riding, I saddled up the kawi and never looked back. Since last year I have owned 3 bikes.

Find your nuts, you won't regret it. My GF loves the ride !

i remember your anti bike days and me trying to recruit you hehehe

[kerosene]

there is alot of kerosene type of buyers, saying they are ready to buy, ask all types of questions, come out check it out, and say they will get one next year
oh well, shit happens, saying things like that wont change a thing

[walec05]

i remember your anti bike days and me trying to recruit you hehehe

i remember him talking about those days as well. funny how people change for the better. :pounce:

[Grzesiu]

saving the thread again
http://static.blogo.it/motoblog/motogp-2009-catalunya-paddock-girls/big_paddockgirlscatalunya18.jpg
http://static.blogo.it/motoblog/motogp-2009-catalunya-paddock-girls/big_paddockgirlscatalunya26.jpg

[DasTeknoViking]

Been doing quite a bit of shopping lately :
Icon Merc 2 khaki jacket for my girl
Icon Twenty Niner gloves
Icon Airframe helmet.

Good deals on Amazon and believe it or not Chicago Cycle.