grue 1 #1 June 17, 2006 Dad's offering to move me back to Australia on his dime if I want, and I'm thinking if I do, I'd like to get a motorcycle and a full textile suit + helmet for commuting, going to the dz, etc instead of dealing with a car. Anyone do this? If the weather's shithouse, there's actual usable public transportation, so that shouldn't be a big deal.cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #2 June 18, 2006 In college I used only my motorcycle...XT550 dual sport. It was great, awsome gas milage, easy parking, very very reliable. Get a bike that can be equiped with hardcase side containers, good for rain, and security. And, get a girlfriend with a car, for the trips that require it! ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #3 June 18, 2006 Excellent. Would it be difficult for any reason to ride with a gear bag on my back?cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveStMarys 0 #4 June 18, 2006 Just make sure your pin is firmly in place. BobbiA miracle is not defined by an event. A miracle is defined by gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #6 June 18, 2006 QuoteExcellent. Would it be difficult for any reason to ride with a gear bag on my back? well, my gear bag is essentially a big back pack...stuff your rig in and ride. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #7 June 18, 2006 I hardly ever use my Jeep anymore. I ride pretty much everywhere I go. But hauling two rigs, camera gear, jump suits, etc...on the back of a bike might prove to be a little challenging. Unless you own a Goldwing with a trailer, that is....... Just get a junker so you have some cargo room when you need it. Peace, Z Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #8 June 18, 2006 Where would ya be Steven? If you're in Melb then biking everywhere in winter sux arse. If you're in Perth or Qld, the fill ya boots, it's great fun. I only use my van to go the DZ because I cart a load od crap around with me,otherwise I'm on my bike Everyday. So where's ya dad at?You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #9 June 18, 2006 when i lived in germany my motorcycle was my main means of transportation for much of the .5 years i lived there. it was okay even when i had to throw on the rain suit or the insulated underwear. drove with my gear to the dz ( only 15 minuteson the bike though) and it wasn't a big deal, but then again i only had my rig. jumpsuit, and helmet...and it did make riding the bike more dificult with the added dead weight...(better than having a passenger though)..... ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #10 June 18, 2006 I'd be in melb.. I reckon for the non-rainy parts of winter I could ride, but if it were rainy, I'd just take the tram or somesuchcavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TallGuy 0 #11 June 18, 2006 QuoteDad's offering to move me back to Australia on his dime if I want, and I'm thinking if I do, And You are considering this? If for no other reason you should stay here so you don't revert back to that wanker accent. You've been doing so well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunman 0 #12 June 18, 2006 Hell yeah. My motorcycle is my only vehicle. Just make sure you get a comfortable bike that you enjoy riding, or it will get old fast. Also, make sure that you are a BAMF. You can't have a motorcycle be your only transportation unless you are a BAMF. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #13 June 18, 2006 The problem is that I'm having difficulty locating a proper job, and I'll have several hundred dollars per month in loan repayments start in October. Dad reckons it'd be easier for me to get a job there if I can't find something here. cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #14 June 18, 2006 what do ya do steve Perth is screaming for skilled people. and the rding weather shits all over MelbYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #15 June 18, 2006 Quotewhat do ya do steve Perth is screaming for skilled people. and the rding weather shits all over Melb I wouldn't be adverse to going somewhere besides melb, the thing is that I'd have to find a job there BEFORE moving, since i can't afford to move, THEN look for a job. cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #16 June 18, 2006 If you do decide to go with just a bike for your transportation needs, make sure you have some form of back up in case you do like this guy..... Make sure you read the credits Peace, Z Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #17 June 18, 2006 I'll watch the movie later, but public transport is a workable backup, unlike everywhere in the US cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #18 June 19, 2006 QuoteI'd be in melb.. I reckon for the non-rainy parts of winter I could ride, but if it were rainy, I'd just take the tram or somesuch Public transport to Nagambie sucks - you'd need to make friends quick to bum lifts, though that shouldn't be too hard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #19 June 19, 2006 Damn that's one lucky rider Is the Gimp in the credits "The Gimp"You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #20 June 19, 2006 Nah, don't think so. It was dude from our motorcycle forum in Wisconsin who filmed it. I guess nobody noticed the - No animals were harmed during the "editing" of this film? I still can't believe he kept the bike upright. That was a pretty hard hit. Peace, Z Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grue 1 #21 June 19, 2006 QuoteQuoteI'd be in melb.. I reckon for the non-rainy parts of winter I could ride, but if it were rainy, I'd just take the tram or somesuch Public transport to Nagambie sucks - you'd need to make friends quick to bum lifts, though that shouldn't be too hard. Shit, good point. Forgot that extraurban transport can be dicey. Worst case I'll just make dad follow through on his promise to go through AFF, then he'll be at the DZ anyway cavete terrae. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MF42 0 #22 June 19, 2006 Wisconsin? I was actually thinking that series of curves looked familiar.... but there's no way, that would be too freaky. Whereabouts in Wisconsin? Matt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #23 June 19, 2006 i did notice it, just didnt think it was haha funnyYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #24 June 19, 2006 QuoteWisconsin? I was actually thinking that series of curves looked familiar.... but there's no way, that would be too freaky. Whereabouts in Wisconsin? Just says it was filmed in Southwest Wisconsin..... Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #25 June 19, 2006 Quotei did notice it, just didnt think it was haha funny Let me guess - you're a member of PETA? Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
