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theop
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 17
Age: 34
Location: London, UK
Points: 270
Registration date: 2009-11-30
 |  Subject: for cold weather users  Wed Feb 17, 2010 2:37 pm | |
| As you may remember I sold my BMW GS1200 for a Silverwing a few months ago. Very happy with the Honda obviously, but as I was now using it wearing regular clothes instead of the full biker kit, I was feeling the cold even in my 5 mile commute. So I bought this: http://scooter-wear.com/tucano-urbano-termoscud-leg-covers-for-honda-scooters-2569-0.htmlThose with Vespas, or our Italian friends know them well. Gay jokes apart (been called a sissy at work because of it already!), they do work! Those of you in Northern states should check them out.... They also keep your legs dry when it rains... Will send a piccie or two tomorrow. |
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Waspie
Super Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 271
Age: 58
Location: Portland, UK
Points: 658
Registration date: 2009-07-26
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Wed Feb 17, 2010 3:34 pm | |
| I have a fear of the thing. I, probably wrongly, envisage getting my legs trapped when slowing down and wanting to lower my legs.
I did look at them but chose the standard jacket and trousers option.
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Doug
2009 Silverwing in 'Silver' what else! (3600 miles)
Heated grips - feel the heat!!!! - and a pillion backrest for Mrs Waspie to fall asleep against! (Don't ask).
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mickey
Super Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 223
Points: 715
Registration date: 2009-05-07
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Sun Feb 21, 2010 11:17 pm | |
| Pretty gay, yes, but a heck of an idea. I'm already secure enough in my masculinity to ride a scooter, so I say "Why not?" |
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mickey
Super Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 223
Points: 715
Registration date: 2009-05-07
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Sun Feb 21, 2010 11:18 pm | |
| Nice aerodynamic aid, too, if it's done right. I bet that would make a measurable difference to fuel economy on the open road. |
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MikeO
Silver Wing Expert
Number of posts: 574
Age: 61
Location: Western Europe
Points: 1017
Registration date: 2009-06-29
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Mon Feb 22, 2010 2:15 am | |
| "Pretty gay"
What does this mean? _________________ Mike - Riding on the right - riding for pleasure! '09 Silverwing 600 - 'The Winged Express' - Delta Blue, ABS, Heated Grips, Laminar Lip, Utopia rider's backrest, Givi pillion backrest & E52 Topbox, Cortech Super Mini Tank Bag as a tunnel-bag, Starcom Digital Comms System. www.x9ownersclub.co.uk - for all Maxi-Riders who want to RIDE!"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing." Edmund Burke |
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model28a
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 42
Location: St.Pete.FL.
Points: 221
Registration date: 2010-02-04
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Mon Feb 22, 2010 3:52 pm | |
| [quote="MikeO"]
"Pretty gay"
What does this mean?
Hear in the US the ego is a big thing to some people.
Oftentimes I have heard young kids yell things like "fagmobil' and "only gays ride scooters" etc.So could this be fuel for the fire? Who knows?
A lot of people hear do not like someone to think they may be in that group of people.
All I know is I love my Swing.And I do not care what anyone thinks.
Roger |
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MOWing
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 30
Age: 42
Location: Columbia, MO
Points: 207
Registration date: 2010-02-10
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:56 pm | |
| These are cool. I have been thinking about something like this for a while.
As far as the Gay thing. My riding buddy (Harley guy) has a huge masculine issue with my wing. He keeps trying to get me to "Get a real bike". He is so afraid of it he won't even ride it. It is rather funny. |
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allhondascoots
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 48
Age: 46
Location: 62285 So ILL
Points: 214
Registration date: 2010-02-21
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Mon Feb 22, 2010 8:27 pm | |
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MOWing
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 30
Age: 42
Location: Columbia, MO
Points: 207
Registration date: 2010-02-10
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Mon Feb 22, 2010 9:53 pm | |
| Sweet, If they would change the name to Scooter Kilts they may get more guys to buy in. I will stick to my ski pants. They work great. |
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Waspie
Super Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 271
Age: 58
Location: Portland, UK
Points: 658
Registration date: 2009-07-26
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Mon Feb 22, 2010 10:34 pm | |
| | MOWing wrote: | | Sweet, If they would change the name to Scooter Kilts they may get more guys to buy in. I will stick to my ski pants. They work great. |
With you on sticking to pants. The Wing offers enough natural protection.
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Doug
2009 Silverwing in 'Silver' what else! (3600 miles)
Heated grips - feel the heat!!!! - and a pillion backrest for Mrs Waspie to fall asleep against! (Don't ask).
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Emeskay
Super Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 230
Age: 50
Location: Southern Maryland
Points: 683
Registration date: 2009-06-15
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Tue Feb 23, 2010 4:57 am | |
| I think it's a great idea (great idea=intelligence). And intelligence is very attractive (very attractive=not gay).
Sort of like hippo grips for the legs.
M-
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Ride safe, everyone!
Candy red Silverwing with Clearview vented windshield, Manic Salamander handlebar weights, Givi top box, fog lights, Alaskan Sheepskin seat cover, 12 volt auxiliary, heated grips, 3 Brothers backrest, ABS brakes, Waterproof GPS holder
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theop
Scooter Rider
Number of posts: 17
Age: 34
Location: London, UK
Points: 270
Registration date: 2009-11-30
| | Subject: Re: for cold weather users Mon Mar 01, 2010 3:54 pm | |
| the tucano skirt rocks guys... Have it on now for a full week, great stuff... No rain or wind gets through it and legs stay toasty!
It takes a bit of getting used to as the legs as not as mobile as before and one needs to wiggle the lower leg to put down when stopped.... But it gets petty easy within half an hour...
will post some piccies tomorrow |
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