03-10-2014, 12:10 PM
(03-09-2014, 06:03 PM)Guth_imp Wrote:(03-09-2014, 03:24 PM)Red Mist_imp Wrote: Not a darn thing. I have been riding and wrenching long enough where there are no mysteries about this bike. It is simplicity itself.
Only reason I joined was to occasionally inquire about tire choices (very limited and I did the research on my own anyway) and share my experience regarding the BT45's, which are working brilliantly.
What am I going to ask? What is the best pipe? What map can I use on a Power Commander? How to defeat the speed limiter? How to put on a set of handlebars or a seat or a fairing? How to change the oil or adjust my chain? What oil to use? What octane is best?
This bike just doesn't offer any kind of technical challenge except for beginners or those who just aren't mechanically inclined.
This bike is not a mystery machine, nor is it exotic or quirky. It is instead a lightning rod for nostalgic, wistful discourse, something that is apparently beyond the scope of this particular forum. The moderation here seems conservative in the extreme. Time and again, just as soon as a thread get interesting or fun, it gets shut down. But I'll bet ya that there are more guys tuning in to see what will be said next than are actually ever posting; and I'll further wager that most of them see things like I do. Food for thought?
Red,
It would seem that you did your research on everything but this forum. I'd agree that the moderation here is conservative, at least when compared to some of the other forums out there that are nothing more than virtual pissing matches. But that's nothing new as the tone here was established very early on. You've made it clear that in your mind, you're a know-it-all when it comes to the CB1100. Wish I could say that about myself, but I can't as I've still got plenty to learn even though I don't consider myself a beginner and am somewhat mechanically inclined. If your knowledge is not something that your wanting to share without stirring things up, then there probably isn't going to be much around here of interest to you. If you're only hanging around here hoping for some online drama, you've simply come to the wrong place.
It's easy enough to find out if there are that many people out there that feel the same as you — start your own forum and let it rip. Anyone who is bored with this place might be better served by such a resource. Those people in turn won't be distracting folks here who are looking for less drama. In a sense, everyone wins.
Guth
Red,
It would seem that you did your research on everything but this forum. I'd agree that the moderation here is conservative, at least when compared to some of the other forums out there that are nothing more than virtual pissing matches. But that's nothing new as the tone here was established very early on. You've made it clear that in your mind, you're a know-it-all when it comes to the CB1100. Wish I could say that about myself, but I can't as I've still got plenty to learn even though I don't consider myself a beginner and am somewhat mechanically inclined. If your knowledge is not something that your wanting to share without stirring things up, then there probably isn't going to be much around here of interest to you. If you're only hanging around here hoping for some online drama, you've simply come to the
It's easy enough to find out if there are that many people out there that feel the same as you — start your own forum and let it rip. Anyone who is bored with this place might be better served by such a resource. Those people in turn won't be distracting folks here who are looking for less drama. In a sense, everyone wins.
Guth
Guth and All,
I'm a newbie to this forum. I joined it because I like the fact that I can ask a simple question and not be made to feel like a fool. You, Ferret and many others seem like regular guys who not only like the CB but like to help others without being too superior. Thank you for that!
Pissing matches are boring indeed!