Spoody
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- North Carolina ,USA
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Modern day Bullet
- Thread starter Spoody
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Bikebit
Well travelled
- Location
- Charlotte, NC, USA
Lost me with that one...
StefArmstg
Well travelled
- Location
- Colorado
I love my Interceptor for all the reasons he mentions. It's like riding my favorite bikes from the seventies. Without the hassles.
The more "features" RE adds to the latest models, the less I'm interested.
The more "features" RE adds to the latest models, the less I'm interested.
2LZ
Well travelled
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- Volcano, CA
If it wasn't for Uncle Stu, I would have waited for the Gold Star to arrive. I love my Interceptor and have never looked back. Like I always say, "My DRZ is like break dancing with an Amazon. The Interceptor is like ballroom dancing with a lady in an elegant cocktail dress".
I'm glad to see the Shotgun getting the more modern treatment. There are those buyers who need some more modern stuff.
I'm glad to see the Shotgun getting the more modern treatment. There are those buyers who need some more modern stuff.
Having ridden both, and now owning one, he is dead on accurate. I was actually going to buy an Interceptor when I ran across the Shotgun on the RE website. The modern touches and style of the bike stole my interest, and the test drive stole the rest of me. The only real drawback of the Shotgun over the Interceptor is the extra 50lbs of weight.
ddavidv
Well travelled
- Location
- Pennsylvania USA
I also think Stuart did a good job on that video.
The Interceptor is just a bit 'off' on the ergonomics for me. Sure, I could probably fart around with trying different parts to make it better, but I don't feel like I should have to. Plus, I have a Bonneville, so it would be mostly duplicating what I already own but with less power.
The Shotgun is the one on my radar now as a potential touring bike (or the Super Meteor if I find it more comfortable). Even with some of the added 'tech', RE's are still pretty austere in the technology realm compared to most of the competitors, which I applaud.
The Interceptor is just a bit 'off' on the ergonomics for me. Sure, I could probably fart around with trying different parts to make it better, but I don't feel like I should have to. Plus, I have a Bonneville, so it would be mostly duplicating what I already own but with less power.
The Shotgun is the one on my radar now as a potential touring bike (or the Super Meteor if I find it more comfortable). Even with some of the added 'tech', RE's are still pretty austere in the technology realm compared to most of the competitors, which I applaud.
2LZ
Well travelled
- Location
- Volcano, CA
I'm just the opposite. To me, half the joy and fun of motorcycle ownership is taking the time and thought to "make it mine". I can't remember the last time I bought a bike that truly fit me. We're all built differently.
ddavidv
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- Location
- Pennsylvania USA
It's a neat part of the hobby. Everyone can get something different from it.
I'm a tinkerer, and love working on mechanical things. But trying to make ergonomics work isn't something I derive pleasure from. I suppose it's too experimental, and I am someone who dislikes buying parts that may wind up not working.
I'm a tinkerer, and love working on mechanical things. But trying to make ergonomics work isn't something I derive pleasure from. I suppose it's too experimental, and I am someone who dislikes buying parts that may wind up not working.
There are a lot of ergonomic adjustments that can be done at no cost on many bikes too. Taking the time to adjust the rear brake lever and the shifter into positions that allow for actuation with easy foot movements while also being comfortable while riding and keeping them covered with the ball of your foot. The same is true for adjusting the angle of the levers to match your natural hand angle when sitting on the bike. It seems a small thing, but it makes covering the brake and clutch not only more comfortable, but also gives you the best grip strength possible by keeping your wrist straight.
ddavidv
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- Pennsylvania USA
Adjustments...
My Bullet 500 has adjustment for the rear brake. A lot of it.
You essentially have two choices: you can have a nice brake pedal, or the brake light switch can work.
You choose. One only.
My Bullet 500 has adjustment for the rear brake. A lot of it.
You essentially have two choices: you can have a nice brake pedal, or the brake light switch can work.
You choose. One only.
If adjusted properly, it should have all of the above. Some bikes have more room to work with than others though, maybe yours is just too limited.Adjustments...
My Bullet 500 has adjustment for the rear brake. A lot of it.
You essentially have two choices: you can have a nice brake pedal, or the brake light switch can work.
You choose. One only.
ddavidv
Well travelled
- Location
- Pennsylvania USA
Yeah, you'd think.
But remember, the iron barrel was designed to have the brake on the left side. The whole arrangement to make it left shift is a band-aid.
At least it's easier than setting up the front brake.
But remember, the iron barrel was designed to have the brake on the left side. The whole arrangement to make it left shift is a band-aid.
At least it's easier than setting up the front brake.