Biker carpet inspections
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hogjowl
Idiot™
And their wives are inside looking through the yellow pages searching for a cleaner without an arm full of tats.
Jack May
That Kiwi
That's cool Dan.
I'm not a biker, but my work vehicle is a SUV Toyota Prado and I have a sticker on the bumper
I get a lot of comments about that, and rarely any that are negative.
John
I'm not a biker, but my work vehicle is a SUV Toyota Prado and I have a sticker on the bumper
I get a lot of comments about that, and rarely any that are negative.
John
Mikey P
Administrator
I tried it a few times.
I think I batted 500 on those estimates.
Harley flags would be lucky to hit a foul ball.
I think I batted 500 on those estimates.
Harley flags would be lucky to hit a foul ball.
Newman
Member
Still to this day... I resist the temptation
The Great Oz
Member
Perfectly acceptable.
Here's the list of bikes i've had over the years.
this looks like my old Katana... just remembered i smashed that bike too.. hehehe....
This was one of my favorites. the old trusty klr650
here's one of my honda rebel... good, good times on this bike!
Here's a pic similiar to trike i had. Mine was wayyy nicer before the accident.
owned a Hodaka super rat too.
my old yz 125
YZ 80
my first bike honda 50
my current bike 1998 flhtci
that was fun!!!
this looks like my old Katana... just remembered i smashed that bike too.. hehehe....
This was one of my favorites. the old trusty klr650
here's one of my honda rebel... good, good times on this bike!
Here's a pic similiar to trike i had. Mine was wayyy nicer before the accident.
owned a Hodaka super rat too.
my old yz 125
YZ 80
my first bike honda 50
my current bike 1998 flhtci
that was fun!!!
Dolly Llama
Number 5
Out of Character - 0
Member
Since Bryan posted that pic i'll comment. Lately I kinda resemble those 2 faigs on the Honda 
. I won't ride a real bike or drive a personal car to a quote but the last year I've been going to 80% of them on a scooter. Usually a Piaggio mp3 or vespa knock off 180, both premium scoots. I've won about 95% of the quotes where the person has seen me pull up on a scooter. Most of them are surprised at 1st which leads to questions. They are generally puzzled when they find out I'm an owner.
I feel it would be counter productive to show up in something cool, nice, or desirable. I think were cleaners and shouldn't look to cool or successful while trying to win the average job. That said I'm 32 and often thought to be mid 20s. If I were 50+ or grey haired I'd be embarrassed not to show up in something nice but still not over the top. Never to residential on a real bike
3 weeks back I won a $1700 t&g bid on a 50cc tomos 2 stroke with pedals and all. http://www.bikez.com/pictures/tomos/2005/21915_0_1_2_sprint_Image credits - Tomos.jpg
. I won't ride a real bike or drive a personal car to a quote but the last year I've been going to 80% of them on a scooter. Usually a Piaggio mp3 or vespa knock off 180, both premium scoots. I've won about 95% of the quotes where the person has seen me pull up on a scooter. Most of them are surprised at 1st which leads to questions. They are generally puzzled when they find out I'm an owner. I feel it would be counter productive to show up in something cool, nice, or desirable. I think were cleaners and shouldn't look to cool or successful while trying to win the average job. That said I'm 32 and often thought to be mid 20s. If I were 50+ or grey haired I'd be embarrassed not to show up in something nice but still not over the top. Never to residential on a real bike
3 weeks back I won a $1700 t&g bid on a 50cc tomos 2 stroke with pedals and all. http://www.bikez.com/pictures/tomos/2005/21915_0_1_2_sprint_Image credits - Tomos.jpg
Now that's cool!!!
btw, back in the 80's two stroke's with pedals use to be called mopeds...
right on!
Perfectly acceptable.
I THINK YOU'RE MAKING FUN OF MY MOPED BRIAN! I DON'T LIKE IT WHEN PEOPLE MAKE FUN OF MY MOPED!
82 Honda Hobbit PA 50 got a 79 too.
trojancarpetcare
Member
hopefuly your bike can close a few deals
Jim Martin
Supportive Member
got the chance to check out one of these the other day....
beautiful bike....very smooth...
it was kind of like falling in love with my high school sweet heart all over again.......
beautiful bike....very smooth...
it was kind of like falling in love with my high school sweet heart all over again.......
Buck1955
Member
Jim,
I'm hoping my next bike is a vrod dresser. I'll have to custom make it but those bikes are really nimble. As far as riding to estimates, I think it's a bad idea half will think you make too much money.
I'm hoping my next bike is a vrod dresser. I'll have to custom make it but those bikes are really nimble. As far as riding to estimates, I think it's a bad idea half will think you make too much money.
Mikey P
Administrator
Nimble is relative..
For a Harley sure...
Look at that wheelbase
For a Harley sure...
Look at that wheelbase
Jim Martin
Supportive Member
Harley-Davidson VRSCF V-Rod Muscle is a power cruiser with an overenthusiastic quality. Its engine is rubber-mounted in a hydro-formed steel edge frame. There is a shell that covers airbox located on the top of the engine. The engine has the super-power to produce around 125 hp at 8250 rpm and up to 85 ft-lbs. of touque at 7000 rpm. You will get an Anti-Lock Braking System i.e. ABS installed in your Harley Davidson VRSCF V-Rod Muscle. It is available in Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver, Dark Blue Denim and Red Hot Sunglo. The bodywork of this motorbike surely stands apart from all the rest. Another amazing work of Harley Davidson.
With sculpted bodywork stretched taut over a powerful new physique, the 2009 VRSCF V-Rod Muscle rides its way onto the Power Cruiser scene with a broad-shouldered presence. Gaping air scoops, sweeping side-pipe exhaust and a huge rear tire spinning under a clean, clipped fender speak to a contemporary, urban sense of style and performance. The Muscle pushes the Harley-Davidson V-Rod platform into a new turf, where it aims to hold its ground.VRSC Key Features
1250cc Revolution V-Twin: Standard on all 2009 VRSC models, the 60-degree Revolution 1250cc V-Twin is liquid-cooled and features Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), dual overhead cams, four-valve heads, and a five-speed transmission. The engine is rubber-mounted in a hydroformed steel perimeter frame. A shell covers the large-volume airbox located over the engine. A five-gallon fuel tank is located below the seat on all VRSC models. The engine is tuned to produce up to 125 hp at 8250 rpm and up to 85 ft-lbs. of torque at 7000 rpm.
Optional ABS: Each VRSC model is available with optional, factory-installed Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS). Designed to work in conjunction with high-performance Brembo triple-disc brakes, this is the most advanced braking system offered on any power cruiser. ABS is designed to help the rider maintain control during braking events, especially those that happen in less-than-optimal conditions. The components of the Harley-Davidson ABS have been designed and packaged to be virtually invisible, preserving the uncluttered styling of the area around the wheels. Unlike many motorcycle ABS, Harley-Davidson ABS is not a linked system, meaning the rider maintains full, independent control of both front and rear brakes.
New V-Rod Muscle
The wide, angular air-box cover and chopped tail section look as solid and smooth as billet and give the new V-Rod Muscle lines that are clean and powerful. The size of the massive 240 mm rear tire is accentuated by the new broad, clipped and clean rear fender. The combination stop/tail/turn LED light is tucked under the edge of the rear fender, and the side-mount license plate leaves the fender surface smooth and uncluttered. Front-end styling balances the rear, with a trimmed fender that’s blacked out behind satin-finished inverted forks and LED turn signals integrated into the mirror stems. The radiator shrouds are restyled and color-matched to the rest of the bodywork, while the new airbox side covers incorporate air scoop inlets covered with woven wire mesh. The silver five-spoke cast aluminum front and rear wheels are a new design for the V-Rod line.
A new deep seat holds the rider firmly in place against the thrust of the Revolution V-Twin engine. The Muscle features forward foot controls, and a new handlebar with internal wiring. The handlebar is 1.5-inch cast aluminum with tubular steel ends and integrated risers. Bold polished forged aluminum triple clamps secure the inverted forks and frame the distinctive V-Rod teardrop reflector optic headlamp, housed in a satin black bucket.
The long profile of a 34-degree fork rake is stretched visually by new “sidepipe” dual exhausts in satin chrome with fat, turn-out mufflers exiting behind the rear axle. The V-Rod Muscle is available in Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver, Dark Blue Denim and Red Hot Sunglo.
New VRSCF V-Rod Muscle features:
With sculpted bodywork stretched taut over a powerful new physique, the 2009 VRSCF V-Rod Muscle rides its way onto the Power Cruiser scene with a broad-shouldered presence. Gaping air scoops, sweeping side-pipe exhaust and a huge rear tire spinning under a clean, clipped fender speak to a contemporary, urban sense of style and performance. The Muscle pushes the Harley-Davidson V-Rod platform into a new turf, where it aims to hold its ground.VRSC Key Features
1250cc Revolution V-Twin: Standard on all 2009 VRSC models, the 60-degree Revolution 1250cc V-Twin is liquid-cooled and features Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), dual overhead cams, four-valve heads, and a five-speed transmission. The engine is rubber-mounted in a hydroformed steel perimeter frame. A shell covers the large-volume airbox located over the engine. A five-gallon fuel tank is located below the seat on all VRSC models. The engine is tuned to produce up to 125 hp at 8250 rpm and up to 85 ft-lbs. of torque at 7000 rpm.
Optional ABS: Each VRSC model is available with optional, factory-installed Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS). Designed to work in conjunction with high-performance Brembo triple-disc brakes, this is the most advanced braking system offered on any power cruiser. ABS is designed to help the rider maintain control during braking events, especially those that happen in less-than-optimal conditions. The components of the Harley-Davidson ABS have been designed and packaged to be virtually invisible, preserving the uncluttered styling of the area around the wheels. Unlike many motorcycle ABS, Harley-Davidson ABS is not a linked system, meaning the rider maintains full, independent control of both front and rear brakes.
New V-Rod Muscle
The wide, angular air-box cover and chopped tail section look as solid and smooth as billet and give the new V-Rod Muscle lines that are clean and powerful. The size of the massive 240 mm rear tire is accentuated by the new broad, clipped and clean rear fender. The combination stop/tail/turn LED light is tucked under the edge of the rear fender, and the side-mount license plate leaves the fender surface smooth and uncluttered. Front-end styling balances the rear, with a trimmed fender that’s blacked out behind satin-finished inverted forks and LED turn signals integrated into the mirror stems. The radiator shrouds are restyled and color-matched to the rest of the bodywork, while the new airbox side covers incorporate air scoop inlets covered with woven wire mesh. The silver five-spoke cast aluminum front and rear wheels are a new design for the V-Rod line.
The long profile of a 34-degree fork rake is stretched visually by new “sidepipe” dual exhausts in satin chrome with fat, turn-out mufflers exiting behind the rear axle. The V-Rod Muscle is available in Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver, Dark Blue Denim and Red Hot Sunglo.
New VRSCF V-Rod Muscle features:
- Liquid-cooled, 1250cc Revolution V-Twin engine
- 122 hp at 8250 rpm/85 ft. lbs. torque at 7000 rpm
- Pewter powdercoated powertrain with polished covers
- Assist/Slipper Clutch with reduced lever effort
- New clutch cover with relocated dipstick
- New Satin chrome dual side exhaust with turn-out mufflers
- New Five-spoke cast aluminum 19-inch front wheel
- New Five-spoke cast aluminum 18-inch rear wheel
- New Triple clamps
- New 43 mm Inverted forks
- New stylized rear shocks with black springs
- New airbox cover and side covers
- New front fender with black-out section
- New smooth rear fender
- New LED stop/tail/turn light
- New LED front turn signals integrated in mirror stems
- New seat shape
- New Internally wired handlebar cast with riser
- New instrument graphics and housing
- New side-mount license plate
- Black frame
- 240mm wide rear tire
- Forward foot controls
- Brembo triple-disc brakes
- Teardrop reflector-optic headlight
- 25.6-inch seat height
- Optional ABS
- Optional Smart Security System
- VRSCAW V-Rod
Mikey P
Administrator
can you get bags and a windshield in case you actually want to go somewhere on that beast?
Mikey P
Administrator
otherwise you'll just be riding around town in sweltering heat hoping you get a "walk up"...
bar hopping or cruising the blvd on a motorcycle aint my thing, I use mine to actually travel.
bar hopping or cruising the blvd on a motorcycle aint my thing, I use mine to actually travel.
Jim Martin
Supportive Member
Pretty sure you can get everything a growing boy needs to fit his style of riding......
The Great Oz
Member
I'm sure any kind of step-through or tiny bike would work as a good weather business vehicle, since (like those old Hondas) they don't carry bad connotations. A big road bike or cleanly designed trike could work as well, as long as it isn''t loud.
A vintage bike would be cool too.
Here's Jim's answer Mikey.
I'm sure any kind of step-through or tiny bike would work as a good weather business vehicle, since (like those old Hondas) they don't carry bad connotations. A big road bike or cleanly designed trike could work as well, as long as it isn''t loud.
A vintage bike would be cool too.
So you're saying I should win more on my moped?
The Great Oz
Member
Well, the no-doors Jeep would be similar to a chopped pick-up, a van with purple flames or any of a myriad of off-putting statements you can make with your appearance.
Dan shows up on a Ducati Desmo tricolor with his track number on it and a matching set of leathers, but he can pull it off.
Dan shows up on a Ducati Desmo tricolor with his track number on it and a matching set of leathers, but he can pull it off.
your friend Dan has nice taste in motorcycles
i almost forgot to mention this one too... my Honda CB750.. least favorite of them all.
Wow!!!! Didn't realize how many bikes i've had ove the years....
10 motorcycles bro... and 20+ years of carpet cleaning, i've never riden a bike to an estimate with a customer present.
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Mikey P
Administrator
How many miles have you got under your belt George?
I ride with guys who have over 500,000 miles of smiles...
I ride with guys who have over 500,000 miles of smiles...
nowhere close to that many miles bro... hahahaha...
i got 500k miles behind the wheel of a carpet cleaning rig.. does that count for anything? lol
mostly around town. only did a few runs through Del Puerto Canyon and a couple to Big Tree's. ton's of off-road in cali and new mexico. nothing serious... just a hobby, i guess ;-(
I think your bike is nice. Guessing you travel to the Seirra Nevada alot. what highways do you take to the cabin? highways 4, 5, 108, 132, 550, 880, onion capital of the world route, del puerto canyon route? just curious.
Isn't this what you ride?
i got 500k miles behind the wheel of a carpet cleaning rig.. does that count for anything? lol
mostly around town. only did a few runs through Del Puerto Canyon and a couple to Big Tree's. ton's of off-road in cali and new mexico. nothing serious... just a hobby, i guess ;-(
I think your bike is nice. Guessing you travel to the Seirra Nevada alot. what highways do you take to the cabin? highways 4, 5, 108, 132, 550, 880, onion capital of the world route, del puerto canyon route? just curious.
Isn't this what you ride?
