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    News: G&M | 2017 Honda Rebel 500 ABS

    http://driving.ca/honda/reviews/road-test/motorcycle-test-2017-honda-rebel-abs It looks like a Sportster. No HP numbers, parallel twin, 471cc, 185kg/407lb, puts it into beginner bike category, along with its 300cc little brother. $6,900CAD
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    Gore-tex riding pants alterations

    hey, we're guys. Length is everything! I'm sure there's someone on here that would do anything for an extra 1.5". Here's an idea. Turn up the cuff of your pants by 1.5", towards the inside. Buy some waterproof tape, or some clear hockey tape. Do not use duct tape. Tape the hem shut. For 1.5" it...
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    Gore-tex riding pants alterations

    Wow, what a corporate rule! Maybe you can call MEC and see if they will do it for you. They must be a certified Goretex repair center, as they sell so much Goretex. BTW MEC also sells the goretex patch glue and tape! What would it cost to ship it to Quebec/Alberta, and how much are the pants...
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    Gore-tex riding pants alterations

    Where are you located? Sewing the seam will add perforations to the material, but since you are sewing the bottom of the pant leg there should be no issue. Otherwise after the alteration you could add goretex sealer liquid or tape. No extra zipper or velcro, should be pretty quick. Any...
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    FYI Traffic sweep focuses on motorcycles and 2 other classes for May

    I can only hope they cover Toronto. I welcome a crackdown after last year's incidences. The original article only mentions Ottawa, Gatineau, RCMP, Surete and the OPP. There is no mention about Toronto Police, or any other GTA police department. Before we all reach to whatever conclusions, did...
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    News: Twitter vid | Beijing Rider gets knocked off bike in Sandstorm

    https://twitter.com/PDChina/status/860361099815800832/video/1 Rider gets knocked off bike by large piece of metal roofing. That must have hurt. Sandstorms from Mongolia are common in Beijing and northern China every year. Not sure how he can ride his scooter. I thought that riding scooters and...
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    Used CBR, $2600, is that a decent deal?

    I'm unfamiliar with the specifics of these but are they the same model bike? It looks like the black one has a lot of parts missing, the photos are not large enough to show good detail, and the bike is all black, making detail even more difficult to detect. That paint scheme will make it really...
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    Flashing LED Light on Front - taken from the cyclists safety book.

    If a driver is distracted by texting or taking a call they are not concentrating on the road and might not even be looking forward to the road. If they do not even see you or your bike, the gear or lighting you use is also not seen. I differentiate distracted driving from benign negligent...
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    Flashing LED Light on Front - taken from the cyclists safety book.

    I do agree. Look up inattentive blindness and the subject of "Sorry Mate, I didn't see you" SMIDSY is a deep one, and of interest to me. Emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks as well as buses get hit all the time. If they have their lights on and get hit, there's more to it than...
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    Theft Fears

    Did you get their plate number? You have no location in your profile, so we cannot offer you any locations specific info. Here in Toronto there's very little you can do to prevent a sophisticated thief from stealing your bike. A private garage in a single family home might be best.
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    Motorcycle safety inspection

    Call Cantire at McCowan/Sheppard. or Cycle World Superstore, just east of McCowan on Sheppard (Cannot vouch for them). Next closest is Snow City Cycle on Kennedy/n of Ellesmere.
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    Kevlar Jeans for summer

    For short rides why not consider mesh pants with armour? They vent very well so are cool, and can roll up.
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    G&M: 2017 Triumph Bonny Scrambler Review

    http://driving.ca/triumph/bonneville-triumph/reviews/road-test/first-ride-2017-triumph-bonneville-street-scrambler Not my type of bike, but posted for others.
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    Anyone recommend a good riding book for short riders?

    Learn to ride better as a short person. No boots will make up for height, so riding technique will be critical. Even if you did find a boot to add height, what will happen when you stop beside a deep hole and put your foot into it? Learn to stop where when you put a foot down your foot will be...
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    The $300 1998 Suzuki Savage

    The Savage is supposedly the perfect learner bike. Low, single cylinder, with some extra engine size. And yours seems to be not too bad off. Good luck.
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    Finding gear for women - should it be difficult?

    Marbles999, you have no location under your name. You can change your location in your profile. With a location, local riders will be more willing to contact you personally and offer more specific store recommendations. Right now we're talking about stores from Burlington to Whitby, i.e. the...
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    invasive popups?

    Never had any such issues. Ubuntu, Firefox, AdBlock+. I don't have a plugin for Flash.
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    News: NYT Importance of Motorcycles in Kandahar, Afghanistan

    Fluff, mostly, but some photos of 125cc bikes and their importance to the people. Quasi short video aka animated gifs. All the gear none of the time, same as in rural China...
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    Can't get insurance until I finish my MSF!

    If you get caught riding without insurance by the police, apart from the fine of a min of $5k, you may be considered "high risk" and refused insurance by most insurance companies. If they quote you it will be Facility rates. Ontario has mandatory insurance. Because it is mandatory the...
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    Echo Safety Helmet Chin Strap

    This widget looks unsafe to keep your helmet attached to your head. Maybe it is ok to attach your helmet to your seat when carrying it for a passenger. Personally I think simpler is better and more reliable. Then again... source Interesting design in that you simply slip the metal clip...
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