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So I took a 2 year sabbatical from biking (all transport except for public). So looking at a couple of options. Who does suspension work in the South Bay Area these days? Looking at an RC51 that is set up for a slender little guy. Past that i am looking at an R1 and GSXR. Looking for someone...

I have a room to rent in mountain view. Rent is $725 a month and utils come in at $65 each. Room can be furnished. Covered parking space included. X-box with netflix's included :rofl Flexible move in date but available from sept 1st. Can be contacted at (650)-919-4171.

Rear Trackside stand for sale see here. In perfect condition. Swing arm lifters only. Want to update to a rear stand that has a spool adapter, Pick up only in Mountain View, $30. Thanks.

2000 sv 650, what's this connector for? Friend is doing a rebuild of a 2000 sv 650. This connector, located under the carb and is in a tube with 3 other connectors. The wires are black/white and orange/brown. Any pointers on what it is for greatly received. I have a pic on my iPhone but can't...

I was heading down to my girls apartment in Campbell from Mnt view on 85 S. I noticed a black cbr 600 heading north towards me. One observation ... Great to see your girl on the back was wearing a helmet and leather jacket, but you were wearing shades and a tee-shirt. No helmet??? He was fairly...

My room mate dropped my bike :( we (he) has sourced the parts (Right side fairing and a clutch cover) But I can not find where to get the gasket for it on line. I want to have all the parts ready before approaching someone(ahem Hooli) to install them. Any good local sources? I tried Santa...

So I was parked under a tree in my gf apartment complex. While putting on my gear when an acorn fell from the tree and cracked a chunk out of the upper fairing cowl of my bike. I got a replacement but the stealers are looking for a fair old bit of cash to replace it. So, anyone in the Mnt View...

I have some parts that I need to get rid of. Fit 02 -03 R1. All items marked new are brand new and in their original packaging. Mirrors (new) $25.00 (both) Frame Sliders (new) $20.00 (non-cut) EBC front brake pads Double H (new) $40.00 (for...

Hi all, So I need some new rubber,chain and sprockets. Can anyone recommend a place that I can drop off my bike to and they will take care of it. Most shops seem to want the wheels off the bike. I do not mind paying extra for the service, but the bike is my only transport. I am located in...

A friend of a friend had a spare ticket to the MotoGP this Sunday. Anyone biking down from the bay area? Not looking to brake any land speed records getting down there :) I am heading down and back on the Sunday. Jason.

This just started happening this morning.... When I let the bike idel, normally around 1.5k rpm's, it starts to stutter. Like it is being starved of fuel, and will cut out. Once I raise the RPM's above 3k it runs fine. I am wondering if there may be crap on the injectors or just bad fuel...

So after talking to a tax guy, it looks like I have a lot of tax to claim back (I only moved to the US in May and I can claim some relocation stuff), between that and bonus time at work, I am going to treat the bike to some mods. Its a bone stock R1 2003 (has an under tail), I was thinking of...

I have a 2003 R1. Recently when changing gears, the bike will engage into gear. but the gear selector doesn't pop back so that I can select the next gear. I need to *tap* the top of the gear selector. What could be causing this? what could I look at? Any pointers gratefully received. Thanks...

Looking to pick up a battery and charger for my bike. Recently, I have needed to jump the bike once a week. Checked the alternator, regulator and rectifier and all seem to be operational. It only happens on cold mornings when I leave for work early, it looks like the stock battery so hoping a...

So, I do not have monster feet, but I can not find a pair of boots that fit me, when wearing my leathers. I am a size 13 ish (UK 12 EUR 48) in the foot and I play rugby so my calf muscles are a little big. I have tried a few of the shops around and I can not find a shop sporting either size 14...

So I have some newbie bike related questions. I live in an apartment in Mountain View. What are the restrictions on me cleaning my bike? Can I use a hose or do I need to use bucket and water? are there any garages that will let me clean my bike in there facilities? What is my responsibility...

Just wondering if anyone can recommend a shop to purchase and install an alarm into a R1? Just purchased it and want to keep it safe :) Thanks, Jason.

Hi there, I am moving from Ireland to the bay area next week. I will be based in mountain view for the the 1st month. Just wondering where is the best place to catch the MotoGP in Mountain view? Thanks. J.

I joined this forum when I found out I was transferring from Ireland to the bay area. Well I will arriving on the 31st of May. I will be staying at corporate accomindation for 1 month and then moving to my own place. Just wondering what meets or social activitives, that will not necessarily...

New BARF'er from Ireland Moving to CA. Hi there, I am planning on moving to San Jose around may of next year. Few questions. I have been riding for the last 10 years, mostly Kwacker's and Suiziki's (zxr's and gsxr's) I want to get a feel for how much insurance will cost. Are there any...