RI & Eastern CT Big Bike Drop-o-rama - Page 278

MATPOC · 01-27-2013, 07:45 AM

minivan I looked at was a Toyota Siena, I've owned 4 Toyota's in the past but I have been driving Honda for nearly 2 decades, my past rides are '85 CRX Si, '88 CRX Si, '89 Prelude Si (still in my garage), '92 Acura Vigor (5 cylinder, totaled) '95 Accord (passed on to my mom) '95 Odyssey (best handling minivan EVA! but small) 2000 Odyssey (totaled few month ago with 238K on the clock, still runs and drives but needs airbags)

Advantage of having a soccer mom grocery go-getter is it's practical and I never get tickets with it, was pulled over doing 90+ in the Odyssey through Old Lyme and trooper let me go! Ain't gonna happen when I'm driving my Yellow Prelude, got enough tickets in that to pay for a brand new one :)

go2cnavy · 01-27-2013, 02:15 PM

Over the last 17 years of marriage we have leased 5 Honda Odysseys, bought a Ridgeline and have owned a 2009 Pilot since new. Never a problem and all pull a trailer fine. The bed of the Ridgeline was a little to small in my opinion for loading anything but my son's small bikes. Don't get me wrong it will hold a big bike, but barely.

As for the Pilot, it's seen snow, sand, mud, and water. It's only 2WD but I've never had the need for a 4WD.

stromper · 01-27-2013, 02:16 PM

My 08 civic gave me a happy surprise when I discovered it has a timing chain.

My Integra ended up at an Inlaw went 300K as a painters truck

FYI a real VAN like E150 gets like 18 MPG or better
My 2001 does deliver 17 on trips at 70 mph

Other than coils trouble free at 110K

Rusty Rocket · 01-28-2013, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by go2cnavy

Over the last 17 years of marriage we have leased 5 Honda Odysseys, bought a Ridgeline and have owned a 2009 Pilot since new. Never a problem and all pull a trailer fine. The bed of the Ridgeline was a little to small in my opinion for loading anything but my son's small bikes. Don't get me wrong it will hold a big bike, but barely.

As for the Pilot, it's seen snow, sand, mud, and water. It's only 2WD but I've never had the need for a 4WD.

Ridgeline is a pilot. (with a bed & 4WD) Same driveline and cabin. Different 3rd seat area.

I got mine used, w/ 34,000 miles for what I thought was a great price. Check Southern NH,(that's not New Haven) economy for used trucks was way better than CT

jxg · 01-29-2013, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mrt10x

One thing to consider in the Husky vs KTM discussion is the availability of aftermarket parts and support from dealers. I learned this lesson with my Husaberg, and that bike is 90% KTM, but finding an aftermarket gas tank for it is a nightmare. The KTM will just have WAY more options than the Husky. Only way a I would buy the Husky over the KTM is if there were some good discounts available.

well here is an interesting rumor. maybe there won't be any difference soon:

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/Ne..._/R-EPI-139228

MATPOC · 01-29-2013, 07:56 PM

that is some weird shit considering the whole history of 3 brands: KTM, Berg and Husky

Stan Dalone · 01-29-2013, 08:12 PM

Thats really interesting.
wonder how big that loss is for BMW.

stromper · 01-30-2013, 06:38 AM

Until the Husky was turned around then it should be off the list

Another Team Orange?

jxg · 01-31-2013, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by jxg

well here is an interesting rumor. maybe there won't be any difference soon:

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/Ne..._/R-EPI-139228

So the rumor was wrong, it was NOT KTM who bought Husky, but Pierer Industrie AG, Mr Pierer – CEO of KTM Sportmotorcycle AG.

http://www.enduro21.com/index.php/co...na-motorcycles

leftystrat62 · 02-03-2013, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by akarob

Yea, we have that already.

KTM 500exc $9,899 + tax

http://www.hondaktm.com/new_vehicle_...ModelYear=2013

Now that's something I'd love to purchase next.

Got one of them Rob?

akarob · 02-03-2013, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by leftystrat62

Now that's something I'd love to purchase next.

Got one of them Rob?

Well, actually yes. I mean, mine is 2 years old now, but basically the same. I got mine as a leftover for a lot less than the new sticker. If you're in the market, this is a good time to make a great deal on an old model, if you can find one. You probably wont find any sweet deals when riding season kicks in, just saying - and no, mine's not for sale quite yet. Sorry.

CBejbl · 02-03-2013, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by leftystrat62

Now that's something I'd love to purchase next.

Got one of them Rob?

I've got one. I'll sell it to you. I'm not good enough to ride it.

leftystrat62 · 02-05-2013, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by akarob

Well, actually yes. I mean, mine is 2 years old now, but basically the same.

I thought these just came out in 2012? Is that your Pachaug bike? I really like my WR as a great dual sport,but would like to get a plated DIRT bike as well-this looks like it would fit that bill nicely.

leftystrat62 · 02-05-2013, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by CBejbl

I've got one. I'll sell it to you. I'm not good enough to ride it.

I'm not ready any time soon,but then again that's what I said before I purchased my last 2 bikes

Ken F · 02-06-2013, 03:15 AM

I looked at these this week.

01-27-2013, 02:15 PM	#4157
go2cnavy Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2009 Location: Newport, RI Oddometer: 285	Over the last 17 years of marriage we have leased 5 Honda Odysseys, bought a Ridgeline and have owned a 2009 Pilot since new. Never a problem and all pull a trailer fine. The bed of the Ridgeline was a little to small in my opinion for loading anything but my son's small bikes. Don't get me wrong it will hold a big bike, but barely. As for the Pilot, it's seen snow, sand, mud, and water. It's only 2WD but I've never had the need for a 4WD. __________________ Current Stable - 2007 990A - 2005 CRF450R - plated - 1992 250 EXC

01-27-2013, 02:16 PM	#4158
stromper Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2010 Oddometer: 225	My 08 civic gave me a happy surprise when I discovered it has a timing chain. My Integra ended up at an Inlaw went 300K as a painters truck FYI a real VAN like E150 gets like 18 MPG or better My 2001 does deliver 17 on trips at 70 mph Other than coils trouble free at 110K __________________ Northeast Adventure Camp and Ride 8-2 ADIRONDACKS http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=855042

01-30-2013, 06:38 AM	#4163
stromper Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2010 Oddometer: 225	Until the Husky was turned around then it should be off the list Another Team Orange? __________________ Northeast Adventure Camp and Ride 8-2 ADIRONDACKS http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=855042

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01-27-2013, 07:45 AM	#4156
MATPOC Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2011 Location: Providence, near Hope Oddometer: 433	minivan I looked at was a Toyota Siena, I've owned 4 Toyota's in the past but I have been driving Honda for nearly 2 decades, my past rides are '85 CRX Si, '88 CRX Si, '89 Prelude Si (still in my garage), '92 Acura Vigor (5 cylinder, totaled) '95 Accord (passed on to my mom) '95 Odyssey (best handling minivan EVA! but small) 2000 Odyssey (totaled few month ago with 238K on the clock, still runs and drives but needs airbags) Advantage of having a soccer mom grocery go-getter is it's practical and I never get tickets with it, was pulled over doing 90+ in the Odyssey through Old Lyme and trooper let me go! Ain't gonna happen when I'm driving my Yellow Prelude, got enough tickets in that to pay for a brand new one :)

01-29-2013, 07:56 PM	#4161
MATPOC Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2011 Location: Providence, near Hope Oddometer: 433	that is some weird shit considering the whole history of 3 brands: KTM, Berg and Husky

02-06-2013, 03:15 AM	#4170
Ken F Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2012 Location: Wallingford Oddometer: 234	I looked at these this week.