| Author | Message | ||
     Ted |
I didnt want to hijack the photoshop thread, where a Mohawk'd helmet was shown, but I got to thinking about other m/c accessories that are cheesey / squidly. I've noticed Harley guys with those skull face masks like its Halloween(ie), I've pointed and laughed, or just shook my head. What have you seen m/c related ,thats fugly? | ||
| Kdan |
That's easy!    | ||
| Dtx |
Wearing shorts, flip flops, no gloves etc. | ||
| Luvthemtorts |
Now my feelings are hurt. I ride with the Icon Skull Jacket and helmet that matches. Been trying to trade the jacket though because my friends say I am too old to be wearing something like that and my mid life crisis has gone too far. I dig it though and most of the fine looking young lasses comment on how "cool" it is. Now if I could just figure out how to grow my hair back I would be all set  . | ||
| Angelwild327 |
LUVTHEM...don't get rid of the jacket, dude... if you like it, KEEP IT!!!! I like flashy jackets myself...see...this one my buelligan boyfriend bought me a couple weeks ago...I got tons of compliments, even had a bikini clad bar chick fondling me and my jacket at a bike night..woohoo!!!  | ||
| Angelwild327 |
here's the back..  | ||
| Barker |
Chrome novelty helmet, Cut off t-shirt, shorts, etc.  FYI, I'm the Mohawk guy from the photoshop topic. MOHAWK 4 LIFE! Mine is American made 100% squid free helmet hair. | ||
| Wardan123 |
From http://www.timberwoof.com/motorcycle/faq/othervehicles.html What is a Squid? Someone who assumes more risk when riding than the person calling the name thinks is reasonable.—saddlebag at aol.com squid (skwid) n. 1. a motorcyclist who exaggerates his riding ability by attempting dangerous tricks. 2. a motorcyclist who wears grossly inadequate safety gear, typically shorts, T-shirt, and flip-flops. [Naval term for young sailor; typically one on leave with money to spend on a motorcycle. Believed to be an acronym for Stupid, Quick, and Inevitably Dead. Or Super QUick, Inadequately Dressed. Which is why I don't mkut much faith in acronyms as sources of words.] Yes, “squid” is a pejorative term, whether in its original usage for referring to members of the Navy by other members of the armed forces, or in its current usage of referring to those riders of sportbikes of limited talent and overarching recklessness. Should you be concerned that he’ll bust you in the chops? No. He’s wearing sandals, shorts, a T-shirt and baseball cap on backwards: if he tries to punch you, grab the hem of his shirt and pull it over his head. While he’s blinded, stomp on his unprotected feet with your own engineer boot-clad real-motorcyclist feet. Now that he’s hopping around on one foot with his shirt over his head, knock him over, pants him, take his bike for a spin and dump it in a ditch. You’re saving him the trouble of running it into the ditch himself, and a lot of road-rash besides, and you get a ride on a nice bike out of it for your trouble! Take the Squid Self Assessment Test. Or take The Official, Sanctioned DoD Squid Purity Test | ||
| Barker |
I like this definition, Squid: A young motorcyclist who overestimates his abilities, boasts of his riding skills when in reality he has none. Squid bikes are usually decorated with chrome and various anodized bits. Rear tires are too wide for their own good, swingarm extended. Really slow in the corners, and sudden bursts of acceleration when a straight appears. Squids wear no protection, deeming themselves invincible. This fact compounds intself with the fact that they engage in 'extreem riding'--performing wheelies and stoppies in public areas. An extremely rare animal with a short lifespan. When found lying motionless on the pavement, this creature transforms itself into a stream of blood, exposed flesh, and broken limbs. Originally derived from the manner of movement of a squid...shooting off at speed, almost stopping to turn and then shooting off again, similar to a inexperienced motorcyclist. | ||
| Natexlh1000 |
I kinda like the skiboots but they look like pain to walk in. Can you shift gears in those? | ||
| Angelwild327 |
I LOVE THE MOHAWK!!!! don't hate me..I wonder if I can suction cup pigtails to my helmet....hmmmm.... here's wikipedia's squid definition.. Squid: ['Noun'] {slang, generally considered derogatory} is an irresponsible motorcyclist; generally associated with a new or reckless motorcyclist seen riding erratically and/or beyond his or her capabilities often without appropriate riding gear. The origin of the word is varyingly attributed as a contraction of squirreley and kid, or an acronym for "Stupidly Quick, Underdressed, Ignorant and Dangerous" or "Stupidly Quick, Underdressed and Imminently Dead" It is also attributed to a beginning motorcyclist using direct similarities to the aquatic sea creature by the same name. Observing a squid underwater, it seems that the creature is unable to change direction while swimming without first coming to a near complete stop. Once the squid does stop and change directions, it can very quickly accelerate back to its regular swimming speed. Beginning motorcyclists (especially sports bike riders) commonly have trouble turning the motorcycle with any substantial amount of speed (causing them to slow down to unnecessarily slow speed to take a turn), while at the same time have a tendency to ride very fast on the straight sections of the road. Often young, this motorcyclist is identified by their behaviour; (Reckless abandon, speeding, wheelies, stoppies etc.) and by their inappropriate attire; (Shorts, ball cap, flip flops etc). Such a rider eschews all or most of the protective gear worn by many riders (helmet, gloves, leather jacket, riding pants, and boots) and the social and legal norms of riding behaviour. Often looked upon with derision by experienced motorcyclists. Also referred to as "organ donors" and "soon-to-be-ex-motorcyclists" in tongue-in-cheek comments by other motorcyclists, comments that may have some basis in truth. | ||
| Glitch |
 Taxonomy: Via Architeuthis (The Great Street Squid) Habitats: Local bike shops, street corners, backroads (With no curves) Coloring: Bright, loud, obnoxious. Commonly the male of the species has multiple anodized bike parts that match the coloration of the rest of the bike. Colors may vary, but are generally offensive to the eye. Locomotion: Most often seen on a large bore bike with tires in poor condition. (In the center, the sides are most often unused.) Can be seen quickly accelerating in a straight line. This species seems to have great trouble with negotiating turns. Current theory seems to lean towards the possibility that the cognitive time/space abilities are not fully developed. Either that or a lack-o-skill. Tests are being done to fully explore the divergent theories. Growth & Reproduction: The growth of the male of the species seems to be arrested around the 12th year of life. This can be seen quite clearly when observing the critter in it's favorite habitat....a motorcycle speed shop. The obvious posturing and crowing are for the purposes of determining relative ranking within the pack. (Silimar to a wolf pack...only wolves don't squeak.) Reproduction: let's hope not. Adaptations: Custom paintjobs on the vehicle of choice and helmet. Race takeoff tires The standard 'No Fear' decals to make said vehicle go faster. (Good for 10+mph) T-shirt & Shorts Short lifespan Feeding: Fast food High Octane gas | ||
| Samc |
"What have you seen m/c related ,thats fugly?" Troy Lee Designs | ||
| Dako |
That "Dragon" helmet is SWEET!! But then again I've been a huge fan of Dragons for about 28 years or so!!(Uncle teaches Goshin Jitsu Karate) Kinda grew up with them.  | ||
| S1eric |
Squidly accessories. Some might not consider it very squid like but I sure do. LEDs have to be right up there. Very squid like. S1Eric | ||
| Buellzebub |
excellent artwork Glitch! | ||
| Luvthemtorts |
Man I must really suck because I have an LED tail light as well. Angelwild, Sweet jacket!! Thanks for the support. I probably will keep it because I do indeed like it however it still sucks being the brunt of my younger buddies jokes. Just wait until they get my age and have to try desperately to recapture their youth . | ||
| Pupu |
i not only have an led tail light, the lights spin in a circle. i know it is a little "sqidish", but it does seem to get attention at night and that is when i ride the most. | ||
| S1eric |
Functioning LEDs are ok, They can actually be brighter than an ordinary bulb. I`m talking about the ornamental lights. Just for the poser effect. S1Eric | ||
| Pupu |
yeah, i figured that, but i have had a few looks from my buddies when i start my bike, i know they do it just to tease me  | ||
| Swampy |
No, SQUID is not a description of a person because of their attire or activities, it is what a person looks like when they crash! I recommend everyone perform this simple demonstration: Purchase a squid, throw it out on a paved road and observe the results. Now take the guy in the picture that Barker posted above, now when he crashes, observe the results....he looks just like the squid that was earlier thrown out on the paved road. I have told the Big Kid "Son don't grow up and be a squid" He asks "Dad, Whats a squid?" And I give him the example above, and he says "OK dad, I will try not to end up like that" It just turns out that a great majority of people that imitate squids on the roads in America also happen to be performing stunts driving over powered motorcycles, wearing shorts, tennis shoes, t-shirts, and I almost forgot...chrome german helmets. |
