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  1. MadPoet

    I Saw You: V.2.0

    That's merely a suggestion for best practice, your visibility determines your position. When I dropped my bike I ended up spilling in the next lane, had I been in the center I wouldn't have spilled over. Another instance of center lane preference is when riding on the street car lanes. It is all...
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    New Girl.. Just joined!!

    Welcome and good luck. Enjoy the search for your first bike.
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    Hello from Caledon

    Welcome to riding David, ride safe
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    Do you downshift to first???

    The rule of the thumb is to stay in the appropriate gear in the event the car behind does not stop and you have to gtfo so if 1-25 km/h stay in first and 25-40 in second and so on. So staying in 2nd gear while stopped, I am not sure how that helps exactly.
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    Pet insurance-worth it? Recommendations?

    Had to do that once back home, where pet healthcare was unheard of. With the healthcare here and the availability of insurance, I don't see a reason for disposing of pets that way when they get sick, unless off course we still want to live in the mindset of the 19th century.
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    Pet insurance-worth it? Recommendations?

    I remember those days, enjoy. I strongly advise you not to buy new furniture for the next 8 months.
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    Pet insurance-worth it? Recommendations?

    I had it for my dog go with trupanion, was about $22 a month including additional cover for hip issues. While I never used it I know what was covered and what is not. Given that these are puppies most likely they don't have any pre existing conditions unless it is congenital (which is not...
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    hi everyoneeeee:D

    Did you try Jevco?
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    newbie from North Carolina

    Welcome and good luck, Nice choice of a bike, too bad I can't afford the insurance up here.
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    hi everyoneeeee:D

    Welcome and good luck on your course and the new bike. $120 is not bad for a beginner, but shop around first, Call each and every insurance company for a quote. Ride safe, and make sure to have fun. Cheers
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    Hey all

    Welcome to the forum and good luck with your new ride. Ride safe
  12. MadPoet

    Giving up riding!

    That's the best part of my day, dodging cabs, street car tracks, cops and soccer moms to work. Then can't wait for the ride home less the sitting in traffic.
  13. MadPoet

    Vstar 650 vs 1100

    Congratulations dude, enjoy your bike and welcome to the free world :)
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    Whats wrong with State Farm??

    I am with Jevco and the rates increased $300 as well, the game is fixed I think.
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    Vstar 650 vs 1100

    Whatever your choice is, you will eventually get used to the bike you choose. Most of the hiccups you will encounter will be during the first couple of months regardless of your choice. So if you are primarily using for highway cruising then the 1100 will give you a more comfortable ride. I am...
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    Vstar 650 vs 1100

    No offense taken, it is somewhat weak when loaded up with heavy cargo. However as a starting bike it is amazing. It is my second season and I love my bike. OP you won't outgrow a 650 if you are solo rider. I wish it had a 6th gear. I am a heavy rider 280 lbs now and it is just perfect for...
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    accident in Hamilton

    RIP rider
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    Yamaha V-star 650 quote

    At least you're in a friendlier range of quotes. Good luck
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    Anyone looking to get a puppy?

    I bought one puppy 2 years ago, my ex has her and I can tell you right now that I would have loved to just pay the $500 that I paid back then to the Humane Society instead if it was to go to help these little guys out. I did not know any better at the time. Adoption is my only option from now on.
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    Dog experts? Shar Pei?

    Three years old is considered an adult, so breaking bad habits will not be easy, lots of patience and love are required to just cope with the change of the environment for both you and the dog. BUT depending on your dedication you might be able to just turn it around. You might get good help...
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