Bay Area Riders Forum Forum

The recent reports of casualties of experienced expert bikers, plus my own experiences on the highways, have led me to pondering when I should consider parking the bike permanently. I encourage responses of all levels and ages of riders -- those over 50, who might be having the same thoughts as me, and those much younger, because, like it or not, you will be old someday too if your luck does not run out sooner. NOTE: I apologize for the length of this post -- I guess I needed to set the... Read more

A really fun event, just down the block. Please join us if you can.

So I get a kick out of the creative ways people personalize their plates. I think it's a waste of money, but that's because I'm thrifty. Here are some of my faves from over the years. I'd love to see what everyone else has to share...

I know I'm going to regret this. . . R version 2014 (the good one with the 675cc triple) 51,3xx miles Touring: Givi top case and tank bag (with the quick release TankLock), Nelson Rigg soft saddle bag Garage: Front and rear Pit Bull stands kitted for this bike Registration paid through August 2027 Garage kept in Cupertino. Clean title in hand. $3,000. Asking cash and your M1 license in my hand for a test ride Second owner, put all but the first 60 miles on it... Read more

1200cc Testastretta DVT engine (the one with the many horsepowers and torques) 36,7xx miles (relevant - see price and notes) Full Termignoni titanium exhaust with ECU kit Oberon clutch slave (so much better than factory) Chain and front sprocket replaced at 34.7k miles Rear sprocket new and in box (see notes) Registration paid through June 2027 Garaged in Cupertino. Clean title in hand. $4,500. Asking cash and your M1 license in my hand for a test ride. ... Read more

I'm looking for one of those roof rack trays, baskets or whatever you call it. Plan to put it on the roof of the CRV so when we grab some of our grandkids we can bring their bicycles and such. Thanks, Sam

$150 OBO for everything. Will not piece out. From Julian's stash. I think these fit Monster wheels and maybe others. They do not have parts numbers etched on them. You will need to confirm fitment. 3 front rotors. New in Brembo box. I set one on a Ducati front wheel in the photo below. 6 rear rotors. New in Brembo box. There are a bunch of Ducati front and rear wheels also if someone needs a spare set. $25 each.

Post up your favorite classical music, let's see if you are a possessor of good taste. I will start with Gustav Holst, The Planets. Don't be shy!

Stitches on my right index finger are keeping me from riding this weekend. $400 for both days. Please text me at nine one six, four two five, five five two four. Thanks. Dave

Aklaus 40" high bar height table with a black faux marble top and gold metal frame purchased in 2024 for $80. 44 1/2" L x 15 3/4" W x 40" H Special BARF price: $20 Cash upon pickup. Pickup in South Beach, SOMA, San Francisco.

Feeler #1. I cannot sell the car until mid-November. If nothing lines up, the car will be with our trusted mechanic in the City. Presently approximately 63,000 miles Second owner since November 2020, with 30,000 miles then Last service in April 2026, SMOG in April 2026, registration paid in May 2026 Battery topped off and desulfated every month (the professional tender is yours) All service records since I bought it Perfect mechanical condition Bodywork consistent with City living Parked... Read more

Checking valves in my KTM, need to find out from Lucy what they were at after she set them last, but they're ok ish. Exhaust valves should be from .25 - .3, the .3 shim doesn't wanna go, the .25 slides in with negligible resistance, so it's somewhere between the two I think. Intake is on the loose side of spec at .15 across the board with one of the intake valves on the front cylinder feeling slightly tighter, so maybe .12? I ride this bike in a spirited manner but I'm rarely wringing... Read more