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    Leather without armor vs Mesh with armor...

    What are your thoughts on the matter? I'm aware that leather with armor is ultimately better, but for the purpose of this discussion, would you be better or worse off going down wearing an old-school leather jacket without armor vs a mesh jacket with armor? I do know leather offers far...
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    Leather without armor vs Mesh with armor...

    What are your thoughts on the matter? I'm aware that leather with armor is ultimately better, but for the purpose of this discussion, would you be better any worse off going down wearing an old-school leather jacket without armor vs a mesh jacket with armor? I do know leather offers far...
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    Do modular / flip-up helmets offer any facial protection in a crash?

    Other than the obvious protection from flying debris, do modular helmets offer any more protection than a 3/4 helmet? Also, is there a significant difference between DOT and Snell modular helmets when it comes to facial protection? I've been looking online and having a difficult time finding...
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    When did CA make the DMV MC riding test harder?

    I went a couple years without riding and let me MC endorsement lapse, so I have to take the riding test again. I went to the DMV this afternoon to practice and I felt like something had changed. I've been riding over 30 years and taken the test a few times before, but this time I struggled with...
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    Which Bay Area Cycle Gear has the best inventory?

    Looking for the bay area Cycle Gear store with the largest inventory on hand. I'm in need of a riding jacket and I've seen lots of good choices on their web site; but you know how it is, you never know until you actually try them on. I've been to the SF and Hayward stores, but they had limited...
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    Looking for scooter for DMV test.

    I need to renew my motorcycle license and although i've been riding for 30 years, my current bike is a 1600 and the DMV parking lot test has proven to be bit of a challenge. They mentioned I can use a scooter, but I can't seem to locate one. Any ideas where I can get a hold of one for the test...
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    Looking for local shop to reshape my stock seat.

    Hey all, I'm looking for a local shop here in the bay area who will reshape my stock seat for me. I know of Corbin down in Holister, but I'm looking for something closer and cheaper. Thanks all. Doc_V
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    Can a brother get some cruiser love?

    They say with age, comes wisdom... that's my story and I'm sticking to it... so this "wise ass" knew when it was time to hang up the R6 and now I've moved on to a nice, slow, comfy, lounge chair v-twin. So my question is this; is there room for "my kind" in the BARF gatherings/rides? I'm new to...
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    Need recommendation on source for cheap local helmet

    Looking for a recommendation on somewhere local to buy a inexpensive DOT half helmets. [Around $50 - $100] Preferably the east bay or city. ...Already checked Cycle Gear and Helmet City. Thanks. Doc_V
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    Longtime rider, new to the site...

    Hey all, NorCal native and long time rider here. Heard about BARF in City Bike so I thought I'd get on board. I've owned a lot of bikes over the years, of just about every kind, but until just recently I'd been out of the scene for a while. Now I'm back and glad to be on two wheels again...
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