Topic: Portland Oregon SOHC owners

[MickeyX]

Even if I have to prop her eyeballs open with toothpicks, she'll be there. 

I wonder what bike you'll be riding then, Kit? We may be able to get Lola roadworthy by then if we really try. 

[Frankenkit]

oh wouldn't THAT kick ass?  that pocket rocket has some major engine vibration though... we'll have to see what the big deal is with that.

[paulages]

oh wouldn't THAT kick ass?  that pocket rocket has some major engine vibration though... we'll have to see what the big deal is with that.

it's a 180 degree twin! you're spoiled by your four. wait til you get it up to 80 MPH or so.. your feet will feel like bumblebees. 

[Frankenkit]

oh if that's the case I think I might intentionally install my cafe seat backwards. 

[Grnrngr]

I'll be there...rain or shine...

[glenndiggity]

you can do it!

I wish I could've started riding my bike after I took the TO class... but my bike wasn't really road-worthy until a year after.  If I managed a 650 right after Team Oregon with no bike in between, you'll be ok with yours.   Just take your time and let your clutch lever be your teddy bear and baby blanket.   Worked for me!

Welcome to the SOHC addiction support group.  Portland has some really great folks here on the forum who are amazingly helpful and just plain fun to hang with... and occasionally we get together and ride. 

Thanks for the welcome! I'll keep on chugging along so I can join you guys for a ride sometime and not hold you back. I'm lucky my ride is road-worthy right off the bat so I can wait until the weather gets bad to do some work on it. When that time hits I'll see you guys over on the repair forums!

[NickC]

Guys, I may not be able to make the 17th. I'm supposed to be getting underway around that time, but we'll see what happens!

[Frankenkit]

this is unacceptable! We expect your presence OR a full, 10 page garage report.

[NickC]

Well, I can tell you this, I won't be on duty! So there still may be a chance 

On a different note, I'll be in Portland for Rose Fest's fleet week if anyone is interested in what I do 

[pdxPope]

I'll be in Portland for Rose Fest's fleet week if anyone is interested in what I do 

You are a prostitute?


 

-JP

[paulages]

I'll be in Portland for Rose Fest's fleet week if anyone is interested in what I do 

You are a prostitute?


 

-JP

  ouch. 

[NickC]

  Nice, I guess I set myself up for that one

We'll be somewhere hidden in the navy boats

[paulages]

Nice, I guess I set myself up for that one

We'll be somewhere hidden in the navy boats

thanks for reminding me to avoid downtown that week...

[pdxPope]

Sorry, Nick. It was too easy to pass up.


-JP

[Grnrngr]

For Sale..near Portland $900     not mine but they are drawing more interest these days...

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/mcy/1701450531.html

1977 hondamatic motorcycle, 750cc, black, 31,000 miles, electric starter & kick start, has drive & low, not running for two years but ran great before it sat. Looks very good and has been stored inside. Also has full windshield and side covers. Good for beginners. Clean title. Call Jake for details 503-708-5921 (after 5pm please) or reply to post. Thanks

[starkmojo]

hondamatics are the bastard redheaded stepchildren of SOHC family....

shifting aint so hard.

[Grnrngr]

Heh....I've already got one, definitely strange to NOT shift down going into a corner...oh yeah, my high range doesn't work right now so it's a one speed....but I have a couple extra A motors, I keep fantasizing about building a chopper with the totally clean front end...no brake, no clutch, throttle cables tucked in the bars, spool hub on a 21" wheel at the end of an 8 over springer...   Actually kinda surprised it's still available, the last couple I've seen for sale didn't last a week.

[Grnrngr]

This loks like it might be fun....

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/mcy/1697998469.html


Friday, Saturday and Sunday - Stunt Show (Sunday) / Race weekend / Vintage Race Day / Custom Bike Show / Bike Swap Meet / Motocross Races
Sunday May 2nd 2010 is the STUNT SHOW - the event is open from - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Portland International Raceway - PIR
10.00$ - Entry into PIR to everyone
For those of you who think you got what it takes, the registration to ride in the stunt compition is - 10.00$ - you must pre register for this compition before April 30th
There will be 10 - 15 spots open for the compition
Reply via email for more info and registration, reply to this post

1st place gets a 100.00$ gift card to Pro Caliber + iCON Apparel

EVERYONE has a chance win an iCON Helmet and apparel+ other prizes from the FULL TILT MOTORCYCLE CLUB Raffle, tickets will be sold all day sunday open to the public at PIR, check out the FULL TILT MC Tent located at the east end of PIR

FULL TILT RIDERS is sponsoring the stunt compition,
along with other performance shops and orginizations for this whole weekend event.

This is a compition for SLOW SPEED / Parking lot stunts. So if you think your good enough come on out and have some fun, meet other local stunters, and get a chance to win some prizes.
Your bike must have a cage to enter, You must wear a helmet, gloves, boots that cover your ankels and a spine protector either in a jacket or a vest. If you show up and don't have the proper gear you will be unable to compete in the compition so please be prepared with all of these requirements.
9AM - 12PM there will be a practice session for the riders and the Compition will stared at about 12-12:30pm so come early and get warmed up.
This is an event for local riders to come out and enjoy them selves in the safest way possible, while having a place to show out all that hard work, time and money spent stunting on our own.

[paulages]

not really mentioned much in that ad is the fact that that day (may 1) at PIR is the AHRMA (vintage) event, and first race of the season. the Flying Fifteen MC are hosting the slow race and other events in the lot. there will be lots of great vintage bikes there, and at least one CB750 racing.

[Grnrngr]

Someone

and at least one CB750 racing.

Anyone we know?

[Grnrngr]

Kinda short notice, but I just saw this on CL...

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/mcy/1707095988.html



A.B.A.T.E. of Oregon motorcycle swap meet . April 25 2010 at the portland armory 10000 ne 33 rd drive. gates open at 8:30 close at 4:00. swapmeet@ abateoforegon.net or 503-475-8765. for more info.

[Grnrngr]

Heh...just realized it's the same as above...that's what I get for posting from the bar. Still, should be a fun weekend...

[paulages]

Someone

and at least one CB750 racing.

Anyone we know?

no. he's been racing that CB750 for over 20 years in OMRRA and AHMRA. John Leonard is his name i believe.

[Grnrngr]

Last summer, this was the Sultan Shindig in July, but turnout wasn't all that great, this year it's being held in Everett, WA May 16

http://www.skyvalleybikeshow.com/

So far, nothings keeping me from going..anyone else??

[Frankenkit]

gotta be in Eugene for the OCF security pre-meeting... hmm...