2012 C14 touring capabilities.

[twowheeladdict]

I put on rain gear before it rains as well.  In fact, others in the group would make fun of me for doing that but then it was me laughing at them getting soaked.  All in good fun, though.  And SOP is right in that we do make fun, at times, of other's rides to some degree.  It's part of this forum and I don't see that changing anytime soon.  In fact, I'm making a point of it not changing as long as I'm around.  I like humor and see it in most anything.  I don't play well with serious people.

As long as the making fun of other's rides includes making fun of what you ride then it IS all in good fun.  I do see a lot of Cruiser bashing on non cruiser forums even though I see more cruisers on the roads every day than all other style bikes combined.  I ride everything from dual sport to touring and dirt to interstate and I wonder where all the non-cruisers are. 

[C1xRider]

And some have fun poking fun at brands.  Take me as an example.  I have never and will never ride a Harley, is it truly a brand thing?  Yes, and no.  Many years ago I jokingly told my friend I would never be caught riding a Harley.  He rides a Harley, absolutely loves that Harley.  If it starts raining?  He wants to find a place to park it, be it an overpass or anywhere out of the rain.  If it gets into the mid 40's?  Stays parked.  Is he afraid of the cold or rain?  Come join us elk hunting and you be the judge.  FWIW, I'd give up body parts if it would keep him alive.  The joke became more of a promise, it has become a thing of honor to never break that "Promise".
To take brand jabbing seriously is like getting upset it started raining.  Aint nothing you can do about it, short of moving to some dry, arid, void of normal life place.  Ride your ride, I'll ride mine, if your ride happens to be a cruiser I assure you I will poke some good natured fun.  If that's too much, I reckon we'd need to find new riding partners.

So I don't have to worry about you mooching a ride on my Deuce, sweet!

[Son of Pappy]

So I don't have to worry about you mooching a ride on my Deuce, sweet!

Nope, but the XT is fair game

[C1xRider]

I put on rain gear before it rains as well.  In fact, others in the group would make fun of me for doing that but then it was me laughing at them getting soaked.  All in good fun, though.  And SOP is right in that we do make fun, at times, of other's rides to some degree.  It's part of this forum and I don't see that changing anytime soon.  In fact, I'm making a point of it not changing as long as I'm around.  I like humor and see it in most anything.  I don't play well with serious people.

I wouldn't ride any of my cruisers if there were a threat of rain, and yes, I don't ride them far from home.

On the C14, I find I won't stop to put on rain gear, if I can go fast enough to duck behind the windshield and stay dry that way.  I've found that above 80MPH, I can stay pretty dry. 

[C1xRider]

Nope, but the XT is fair game

Hmm, I'd go for that if I get to ride the F800GS. 

[Son of Pappy]

Deal!  I sure hope a deal with OR works out, I'll be spending a fair amount of time down that way.

[Rasmith]

 I've seen all types under overpasses when there was an exit just before and they couldve exited and geared up under the awning at a gas station a minute away. Bewildering..
All in good fun picking on the poor cruiser folk..LOL

[jaclaw]

We  think they look like pirates, they think we look like radioactive armadillos. Each to his own.

[pistole]

- pirates vs power rangers !!


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[VirginiaJim]

  Very new here and very close to buying a 2012.  After having ridden a Victory Vision for the last 3 1/2 years I may be ready for something easier to handle.  I think the Vision is a great handing bike for a 900 lb v-twin tourer but the wife and I were on a long trip covering upstate NY into New England and the GPS took us over Smugglers Notch going to Stowe and both I and the vision met our comfort match. Especially 2 up LOADED.      I have some questions about the Connie.  First off the saddlebags are much larger so it should be easier to pack heavy stuff down low. The bike has a very good weight capacity so I think I could stay real close to not going over. When est riding the bike one up I was surprised at how stable and little affected by wind the bike is. I love the fact the bike had a slow feel to handling, I hate a bike that changes lane every time you turn your head to look at something.

  IS the bike still as stable (not twitchy) two up? Would you still look forward to riding demanding roads and not dread them?

 Does it that top heavy feel with added weight and want to tip over while stopping at lights?  (I am thinking Gold Wing)

 
  Anyone have an opinion on the 48 liter Kawasaki trunk, looks like a GIVI? 

  Anyone using a large tankbag to carry some heavy items while traveling, Thinking leather jackets?
Walt




   

It's that time again, guys.  Please veer it back on topic.  See above in case ya'll forgot.  My memory isn't so good either.

[B.D.F.]

The C-14 is OK for long distance touring but only for two days in my experience, and sometimes the second day can be brutal. Sometimes there is even a little veering at the end, although the hospital staff was nice.

 

Brian

It's that time again, guys.  Please veer it back on topic.  See above in case ya'll forgot.  My memory isn't so good either.

[VirginiaJim]

Are you trying to replace Poke as the forum Twit, Brian?  If so, that hasn't been authorized by the management committee.

[CARLÃO]

Guys, I'm 61 years old and I use my C14 a lot, most at the road. Recently, 1.080 km at day one and 1100 at the second. I fell fine all time long but, I exercise myself about three to four times a week. If you don't work out, no matter the age, biking is brutal. Bandit 1250, Boulevard 1500, Boulevard 800 and Hayabusa, bikes that I had, nothing was so confortable and safe as this C 14. In fact, customs give me such a backage...

[eng943]

Guys, I'm 61 years old and I use my C14 a lot, most at the road. Recently, 1.080 km at day one and 1100 at the second. I fell fine all time long but, I exercise myself about three to four times a week. If you don't work out, no matter the age, biking is brutal. Bandit 1250, Boulevard 1500, Boulevard 800 and Hayabusa, bikes that I had, nothing was so confortable and safe as this C 14. In fact, customs give me such a backage...

There is a great deal of validity to this. Age, physical condition, physical injuries, etc are all a factor when choosing a bike that is comfortable for the long haul. In my twenties, I rode a VFR accross country. There's no way I could do that again now in my mid 40's with a fused spine.   

[Pokey]

Are you trying to replace Poke as the forum Twit, Brian?  If so, that hasn't been authorized by the management committee.

There can be only 1........

[VirginiaJim]

True enough...

[B.D.F.]

Hey, I thought I was helpin' ya' get back on topic....

 

Brian

Are you trying to replace Poke as the forum Twit, Brian?  If so, that hasn't been authorized by the management committee.

[VirginiaJim]

 

[Rasmith]

I was wondering if anyone has any pics of thir Connie loaded for a long trip of tent camping. Maybe a generic list of what you bring? I think that falls under Threads OP

I tent camp on extended bike rides and have a minimalist setup of a Kelty 2-Person (not man) tent, self inflating mattress, Sleeping bag, Evo Rain Fly, Jet Boil Sumo cooking system and assorted gear.

I did a search for "Camping" and "tents" and this thread was the only one that came up in the results oddly enough.

Attached is what I've been using prior to this summer..Mine's the one on the left

Thanks in advance

Rick

[Son of Pappy]

I was wondering if anyone has any pics of thir Connie loaded for a long trip of tent camping. Maybe a generic list of what you bring? I think that falls under Threads OP

I tent camp on extended bike rides and have a minimalist setup of a Kelty 2-Person (not man) tent, self inflating mattress, Sleeping bag, Evo Rain Fly, Jet Boil Sumo cooking system and assorted gear.

I did a search for "Camping" and "tents" and this thread was the only one that came up in the results oddly enough.

Attached is what I've been using prior to this summer..Mine's the one on the left

Thanks in advance

Rick

http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=9217.msg111857#msg111857
Lots of packing ideas above.  Hope this helps.