www.bikerWorlds.com/roadstarangel2 is free and for riders... like MySpace but for bikers by bikers... very good place to hang...

Glad to see there is still life out there glad for the ocassion to chat have a great summer and ride safe

Hey Angel I know if its possible your riding!!! hope all is well and safe

I test rode a Buell Lightning a couple nights ago. I saw a magazine ad that promoted test rides and they will give you a free messenger bag through June 30. Sounded like a good deal as it is rare to find a dealer in my area that will allow test rides. The Lightning is one wicked bike, but I wouldn't trade my Ninja 650 for it! The short wheel base, heavy clutch, engine vibes and heat were negatives for me. The engine is pretty cool, but I like v-twins. The engine doesn't smooth out until over 3,000-4,000 rpms - but it pulls hard from 2,500 to the redline at 6,000. The vibes would be way too much for my hands for very long - but I have problems with them on most everything. The mirrors were almost useless. I could tell there was a car behind me, but they buzzed badly at all times. I got a lot of heat on my right foot (was wearing full leather boots) and my right hip. (The exhaust goes to the left). There is a fan under the seat pulling air across the rear cylinder - was like a little blow torch. It was 90 degrees out, and the added heat was pretty uncomfortable. I just don't get it, I guess. I would find it a difficult ride to enjoy as a commuter/city driver. Maybe it is great for the track. It is one heck of a motor, but that doesn't make the whole package for me. Still, if you have the chance, you might enjoy taking one for a ride. (It is a very powerful and twitchy bike - so ride with care!) It was a fun hour and a nice bag I'll enjoy using with the Ninja!

cool I really like those old picts. d