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Jscott
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 01:30 pm: | 
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"This thread, like many threads lately, is taking a turn for the worse."
Fortunately it appears to be elevating itself. Not every thread has to predestined to the gutter. You too can make a difference!
Victory also had a "make it your way" style ordering system. Does anyone know if it still in place? |
Skyguy
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 02:01 pm: |
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I kinda like the Fisher. The tank looks like a killer in a front end impact though.
The Buell motor is awesome. I thrash it often and it keeps on ticking.
The Buell electronics are pure 1980's American crap though. (sory just confirmed the failed stator).
Oh and before you flame me the reason for the crap statement is based on 3 speedo sensors, turn signal relay, stator and regulator. |
Captpete
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 02:12 pm: |
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I kinda like the idea of a new entrepreneurial effort in the works that will employ American workers and be a positive addition to the economy. The fact that it results in one more choice for motorcyclists is icing on the cake. (Figure of speech – I think. Or is it a metaphor? Well, it’s a good thing - that’s opinion.) |
Mr_grumpy
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 02:18 pm: |
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Victory also had a "make it your way" style ordering system. Does anyone know if it still in place?
Hell, I thought that was Burger King! |
José_quiñones
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 02:24 pm: |
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quote:Fischer sure caught my eye with that $92,000 price cut. How ya'lall 'spose they did that?
By not announcing that the bike would cost $100k to begin with.
(Message edited by José_quiñones on August 25, 2006) |
Court
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 02:30 pm: |
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>>>I thought that was Burger King!
Burger King, as keen eyes may have caught recently, is playing a bit of a peripheral role in the motor world.
Texas Pacific Group is making a killing off Burger King.
quote:Yee-haw! Let's round us up some LBOs! Texas Pacific Group (TPG) has staked its claim on the buyout frontier with a reputation for roping in companies other investors wouldn't touch with a 10-foot pole. An active investor, TPG often takes control of the companies in which it invests. Holdings have included stakes in technology (Seagate Technology, ON Semiconductor), consumer franchises/products (Burger King, Ducati), retailers (J. Crew, Petco), airlines (Continental, America West), and entertainment (Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer). Texas Pacific Group raised a whopping $14 billion for its latest Texas-sized buyout fund in 2006.
Don't ask how I know or I'll have to strangle you.
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Chasespeed
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 03:06 pm: |
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I have heard all the comments about the Buell lump for a while, WHEN I was stationed in VA, I shrugged it off...and laughed last, usually, while I was doing the work to everyone else's bikes, an they ask, "When do you have to time to keep YOUR running?"
I just change the tires, the brakes, and the oil....that simple...takes about an hour...IF I have to do the tires, add another hour...
Down here in TX, the bike gets ALOT more positive attention...So, I have seen both sides of THAT....
Second, I like the way the Fischer looks...
NOW, if that motor is BASICALLY the SV650... I wonder if the 1000 will fit in there...
I will yank the plasticds off one of the TL1000s at the shop, and make a few measurements...and hopefully, I can ge tthe measurements for the 650 from someone as well...
But, yeah, I hear ya'll on that tank issue..probably something a good body guy could "resculpt", so as not to be so....painfull....
My thoughts...
Oh, and to add more fuel,
The Delorean was designed by an american, but, built in Northern Ireland....American? Or Irish car?
Chase |
Greenlantern
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 03:27 pm: |
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"The Delorean was designed by an american, but, built in Northern Ireland....American? Or Irish car?"
WHOA!! HEY NOW!!
Always a fly in the ointment, DMC based in US or Ireland? Manufactured at DMC owned facility or outsourced? DMC design team (the good folks who helped John) US or Ireland? Do you have Tylenol cause me's head hoits? |
Mdm
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 03:47 pm: |
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>Oh and before you flame me the reason for the
Good thing you backed up your *opinion* with facts, else you could get banned, I think |
Jon
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 04:39 pm: |
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Allistair Cooke was heard to say, "The Fischer is to motorcycles what ochra is to vegetables. Quite simply, the worst of the bunch".
But Court still wants one.
And yes Court, it is bad for you to spend the weekend on a Suzuki. Unless the Suzuki is a dirt bike, in which case it is actually good.
And you can bet I'll do whatever I can to raise the earth's temperature and destroy the Ozone layer. Let's bring this place crashing down on the man! Bring it down man! |
Eboos
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I don't like the bike, but I applaud the effort. Not bad for a first production bike. I'm sure that others (Victory) didn't quite hit the target first time out. Hopefully they will sell enough of these to establish themselves and refine their product. |
Blake
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Puppy,
If I intend on calling someone a liar, there will be no mistaking it. Exaggeration is next to lying; that's my view; pretty sure it has validity. No big deal. Some folks like to exaggerate to help bolster their point of view. An obvious exaggeration, one that is apparent to all who hear it, isn't a lie in that it isn't really intended to misrepresent facts, but it is still untrue. Some exaggerations are obvious, some aren't. The ones that aren't obvious are closer to lies.
One certainly may state "facts" as one imagines them that are intended to impart a negative characterization. Hey, it's what you do.
An evaluation of whether one's "factual" contributions are more negative, unhelpful, belittling and confrontational in nature versus more positive, helpful, thoughtful, and constructive in nature simply requires a review of one's collection of contributions here.
Wanna go down that path? Would you really like for me to collect the evidence and post it for all to see?
I had to resort to that on one prior occassion with another problematic contributor. It was a slam dunk case, no contest. It may be that you don't even realize the tenor that saturates the majority of your posts here. I really don't care to have to sort through them to make the point. I'd hope you'd do some thoughtful introspection on your participation here.
Avoiding sticking your nose between personal discussions of others would be a good start. Avoiding making any kind of derisive personal commentary is another good step. I see you as an instigator of ill-will and consternation. Because of that, I'm on your case here. I am compelled to read most all your posts. You've become an irritation to me and others here. I'm tired of it.
I want to come here to talk Buells and have some fun, maybe learn a thing or two. I don't care to come here and see people running down Buell motorcycles or the efforts of those who are out racing Buell motorcycles. That's basically it.
The following comprise a small collection of some of your posts; I didn't even get through half of your posts. I'm sure you'll have your justification for your negativity and naysaying. I'm tired of it. Please stop it, both against Buell motorcycles and personally against folks here.
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 07:04 am:
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Rocket,I am trying to do that very thing.Its hard to get a japanese dealer to take my bike in on trade.So why don't you STFU.Isn't there a spaceship you need to get ready for?Just drink the Kool-Aid and relax.
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2005 - 10:45 pm:
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Kaveman,I would have had to say"of course it is in the shop".Fair or not Buell has a reputation for quality problems,brought on by themselves with the earlier models.
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2005 - 10:55 pm:
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Bads,I am not whining, so STFU.Maybe I will go to other motorcycle message boards and tell them about my Buell problems and the kind of service you get at the dealer.i know I should just drink the kool-aid and shut up,guess what,I won't.If you don't like it so what.other ppl can complain about service and reliability it's fine,you don't like it when I say something because I don't follow the Buell mantra.
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2005 - 11:04 pm:
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Bads,you want to know whats so funny,you would just sit back and not say a word if it was your bike.Just because i will not grab my ankles I am a whiner,I'll gladly be a whiner.
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2005 - 11:37 pm:
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XBJelly perfect name for you,is that what you and Bads use when you are together?you keep drinking the kool-aid.
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2005 - 11:44 pm:
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You must do it alot with dogs,is that why you think someone else would be interested in it?
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2005 - 11:52 pm:
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So what,don't read the thread if you think i am whining,if anything I have taken it well.You and your fellow kool-aid drinkers whine everytime someone says the smallest thing negative and you start whining.
Posted on Sunday, July 23, 2006 - 06:59 pm:
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McWilliams was on a XBRR.
"ha ha for all the haters, did anyone count how many jappy bikes McWilliams passed?"
To use an excuse often used here for Buell,they were true privateers,not factory teams like the XBRR
Posted on Friday, March 17, 2006 - 07:39 pm:
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I have a question,Why were they not able to get a part from the factory in time for the debut of the XBRR,racing in the biggest race of the year?Doesn't sound to good to me.
Posted on Thursday, January 26, 2006 - 06:12 pm:
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Lets see a 1200 V-Twin against a 650 V-Twin,$10,995 vs $6495,I would hope it's a better race bike.
Posted on Monday, January 23, 2006 - 06:57 pm:
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Cool bike,but $31,000 ,$24,000 buys you a Ducati 999S that puts out 143hp and is street legal,a 999R is $31,000 and puts out 150hp and is street legal...
Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 10:52 pm:
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To bad a $10,000 GSXR 1000 is faster than a XBRR
Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 11:27 pm:
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It trounced a bunch of GSXR1000's but can't beat a 600 in FX,okay there Anony.
Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 11:30 pm:
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Anony,what have I been proven wrong on? I'll show you were,when it comes to the XBRR a bunch of BS is passed off as fact on this board.
Posted on Wednesday, August 16, 2006 - 12:13 am:
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Jscott,exactly,hmmm whats more impressive,a purpose built race bike from a factory that has 4 DNF's at Daytona or a handbuilt bike finishing 30th in an endurance race and going 757 laps.Any other board and we would know what the answer would be.
Posted on Sunday, March 19, 2006 - 02:02 pm:
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I find it hilarious that ppl actually think that the other manufacturers are afraid of the XBRR.
Posted on Sunday, March 12, 2006 - 12:14 am:
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What would last longer a stock CBR600 or a stock Buell?
Posted on Sunday, March 12, 2006 - 02:49 pm:
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... By the way for $10k you can get a Japanese IL4 that would have no problem doing better that the XBRR did at Daytona.
Posted on Friday, November 25, 2005 - 11:11 pm:
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For those of you complaining about Wal-Mart why would you buy a new Buell,how many of the parts on the XB's are made in China or other third world countries?If you feel you have to take a moral stand,get rid of your Buell also.
Posted on Saturday, November 26, 2005 - 03:33 pm:
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Court,once again you still haven't answered the question,I guess you have just not directly.Cost is one of the reasons they sourced them out to China not because they were absolutely the best quality.Court,I have to admit,you would make a great politician.Spin,Spin,Spin.
Posted on Saturday, November 26, 2005 - 04:12 pm:
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Sorry I am not likea little kid looking at one of their heroes when you talk about Buell.
Posted on Tuesday, November 15, 2005 - 11:47 pm:
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Ducati,Johnie come lately?Put the glass down and step away from the Kool-Aid.
Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2005 - 05:50 am:
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I may be wrong,but I doubt it.What was out first,the Multi or the Uly?I have heard Buell buys a lot of Ducs,I wonder who is getting ideas from other manufacturers.Let the bashing begin.
Posted on Friday, July 07, 2006 - 06:50 pm:
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M-1,who flamed Buell,I guess stating facts is now flaming?
Posted on Monday, June 13, 2005 - 03:04 pm:
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The Kaw is $1500 less than a 9 and $3500 less than a 12 so you can't say the XB gives you more for your money.
Posted on Tuesday, June 07, 2005 - 12:42 am:
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For me,I could care less if i ever meet Erik Buell,no offense meant,I care that I can depend on service and parts when I need them for my XB.I cannot believe ppl just don't seem to care about the level of service you get when you buy a Buell,of course there are exceptions,i just wish they dealer network could be forced by H-D to do the right thing.
Posted on Tuesday, March 01, 2005 - 06:01 pm:
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M1,most ppl who ride are not going to notice 3-5 inches.Buell does not compete in SB,I wonder why?What was their top finish in FX?Seems those long unstable Japanese bikes sure have problems with Buells.
Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2005 - 01:35 pm:
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Never said you have to like it.I didnt' see any one say the bike was better,just posted about the bike.I guess when you are not secure in your choice of bike you have to put down any other bike.I could go by a SV650 and put the $2000 I would save and use it to improve the SV and kick a XB's rear.
Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2005 - 12:43 pm:
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Just a question,why is it when someone posts about a bike,everyone here puts it down and how it doesn't compare to a Buell.Other bikes are as nice as a Buell,I know ppl here don't like to hear that,but it is true.
Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2005 - 03:31 pm:
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Mike I didn't say everyone does it...
emphasis added
Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2005 - 02:13 pm:
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Scooter,I believe you will find the oppisite.Most ppl immediately put down other bikes ppl mention and then go on about how their XB is better.Like I said ppl who are not secure with their choice of bike will over compensate.
Posted on Saturday, March 26, 2005 - 11:21 pm:
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Not whining just making an observation.I know ppl can't take criticism in here,but oh well.
Posted on Wednesday, July 05, 2006 - 07:52 pm:
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Anyone want to bet that by the time any one of them actually makes a real bike, Buell will have something that can blow it away?
The latest MotoCzysz is supposed to be at a tent at Laguna Seca. Do you think Erik can talk him into a race? Old man Erik on an XBRR vs. Michael C. on his latest prototype.
How much would you pay to see that?
If either bike ends up racing,I think it would be way more impressive than th XBRR.I find it funny Buell is applauded for showing up at a race and not finishing just because they don't have the money of the big 4,but these guys get no respect from some of the Buell faithful.These guys are no different from Erik,except they haven't been bought out by H-D.
Posted on Wednesday, July 05, 2006 - 08:58 pm:
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Cool 36 is young.Court,you are a mouth piece for BMC,it shows.Anony,when did I put Erik down,his first bike was very impressive,how many races did his first bike compete in?Where is Buells attempt at Superbike or MotoGP?My post was not to put down Buell,but to show how ppl are a little kooky when it comes to Buell.
Posted on Thursday, July 06, 2006 - 10:44 pm:
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I guess they could have used that ole Buell shortcut and used someone elses engine,man what are they doing trying to build there own engine.
Posted on Friday, July 07, 2006 - 07:34 am:
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I never said building a motorcycle was easy,but building a bike to compete today from scratch and doing the same almost 30 years ago is just a little different,but I am sure you knew that.With that being said if I had a few million to get started,I am sure I could do it,as could most anyone if they put their minds to it and had the passion,computer aided design is a pretty cool thing.
Posted on Friday, July 07, 2006 - 06:23 pm:
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Comparing a liquid cool V-8 to an air cooled v-twin motorcycle engine is like comparing an apple to a tuna.M-1,Buell got a 150-170 HP engine RR engine through Daytona?That's news to me.
Posted on Tuesday, June 06, 2006 - 06:17 pm:
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Did,I bitch Indy,no,I haven't had a problem with my belt,but that doesn't mean there wasn't a bad batch.Does Buell test every belt it sells?I'll answer that for you,NO.Typical Buell-Aid drinker,it's all your fault if something happens to a Buell.
M-1,I don't know if I would imply that anyone else is an idiot if i were you,people in glass houses shouldn't throw rocks.
Posted on Sunday, April 23, 2006 - 10:26 am:
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Court,explain to me why Honda would need to reverse engineer a Buell,I guess they are still scared of Buell in FX.
Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2006 - 06:11 pm:
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Spike,there are plenty of engines that make
as much torque with less than 1200cc.
Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 - 07:27 pm:
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Spike,those other engines don't shut down at 6800 neither.just because you have a problem revving a bike up doesn't mean there is anything wrong with a bike that has to be revved
Posted on Wednesday, May 03, 2006 - 05:33 pm:
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What a joke,this is a Buell XB forum,correct?What other kind of things would you post?Some of you are real anal retentive and need to get out.
Posted on Saturday, March 11, 2006 - 03:14 pm:
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I would say the ZTL did have something to do with it.Did you see how much trouble they had with it?
Posted on Saturday, March 11, 2006 - 03:53 pm:
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cuell,I couldn't agree more.Maybe the ZTL isn't as much of an advantage as certain ppl want us to believe.
Posted on Thursday, April 06, 2006 - 09:56 pm:
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I love this place,I agree with Bueller69.The way ppl react when someone doesn't wear the purple nikes and drink the kool-aid is a joke.
Posted on Saturday, February 18, 2006 - 03:20 pm:
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Or it could be a matter of principal,they feel that the Buell was allowed to skirt some of the rules.Does the Buell break some rules?I can see where it does,although AMA didn't agree,so it's in and Honda isn't happy,I doubt they are scared.
Posted on Sunday, July 23, 2006 - 10:27 pm:
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Talk about an idiotic statement.Name one thing the XBRR has in common with a street Buell.
Posted on Sunday, July 23, 2006 - 11:27 pm:
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Once again any post not worshipping Buell is attacked.
Posted on Sunday, July 23, 2006 - 11:53 pm:
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I think Buell did real good today,but lets get real,they were in last place when compared to other factory supported teams...
Posted on Monday, July 24, 2006 - 06:34 pm:
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Here's another one for you.Was the Suzuki that finished infront of the XBRR a factory effort?how about all the bikes that finished in front of the Buell at Daytona,where they factory?How about Infineon?I have a Buell and I like it,I have never been interested in watching a race,but I watched it,with that said,I am not going to act like an eighth place finish is the greatest thing in the world.They finished,they are getting better,get over it.
Posted on Monday, July 24, 2006 - 09:20 pm:
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So Buell basically came in last when it came to factory supported teams.Suzuki doesn't spend the money in FX like the other factories do,they concentrate on the other Superstock and Supersport.Yeah,lets hear it for Buell,their full on factory bike beat a bunch of privateers.
Posted on Monday, July 24, 2006 - 09:36 pm:
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I just understand it is not going to be great race bike in the big time classes.I guess if you don't worship at the Buell alter ,you don't like Buell,sorry,I am not a blind follower.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 03:47 am:
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This is too much,I love it."you hurt my feelings talking about Buell" "you got schooled" "You make everyone unhappy".You ppl need to get a life. ... I would still like to see a post where I put down the effort of Buell,oh thats right if I don't say that Buell is the greatest and the best bike on the track,I am dissing it.Sorry that you have your life so wrapped up in a motorcycle brand that you can't take it when ppl state a few facts that are negative towards your beliefs.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 03:51 am:
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... I am sorry that you feel insecure with your bike choice
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 10:13 am:
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Riiiiight,you are a grownup,get a life moron.
OOOOOH,that makes you just such a good person,you got e-mails from a race team.
Constant bashing,where?I understand guys like you,I see it all the time.State a fact about something they like and they don't like the fact,they get defensive and cry,it's ok though,you are on the right board for this,the usual suspects will be along to pat you on the back,and tell you what a great buell supporter you are,and that you get it and I don't.Look in the mirror and tell yourself ,"I'm Good Enough, I'm Smart Enough, and Doggone It, People Like Me!"
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 10:26 am:
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Indy,unlike most of you,I am not crying.I think it's funny that people post things on here as facts,and because it helps Buell it's not questioned,as soon as the truth is brought up,people in the cult start calling you a basher.Funny thing is if you are in support of Buell you can say anything you want,point out any negatives and you are attacked,but thats ok on here.Do you think i really care what some little cheerleader says to me,I'll clue you in,I DON'T.Go into your garage and look at your bike and tell yourself how your Bike is perfect and everyone else doesn't get it.No one has shown me where I have been negative about Buell in this thread,please show me.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 10:53 am:
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Bruce,don't read my posts,I bet if I was in the Cult,you wouldn't have a problem with my writing.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 11:09 am:
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Bruce,you are so smart,what would we do with out you,get over yourself,I understand you were probably beat up alot as a kid and have to find a way to feel good about yourself.
You join the others and look into the mirror and say"I'm Good Enough, I'm Smart Enough, and Doggone It, People Like Me!"
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 11:18 am:
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Skyguy,I'll ask you just like the others,show me where I bashed Buell.Guess what,you can't.
Did I say the XBRR was not legal?
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 11:35 am:
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Indy,when did I say that the XBRR wasn't legal?What did I say negative about the XBRR.Come on,show me,quit making things up.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 11:59 am:
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Indy,you still haven't answered my question,when did I say that the XBRR was not legal.When did I bash Buell.Saying I said these things doesn't make it true.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 05:40 pm:
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Court,you are a funny guy.Whenever you post I want to puke,you may be one of the most fake people I have ever heard,you can speak out both sides of your mouth like a politician.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 06:24 pm:
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Eexb,shut up you are a complete joke.repeat after me"I'm Good Enough, I'm Smart Enough, and Doggone It, People Like Me!" just keep telling yourself that.
Posted on Tuesday, July 25, 2006 - 07:00 pm:
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Percy,Stuart Smalley may help you too.
Posted on Wednesday, July 26, 2006 - 07:06 am:
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Skyguy,go whine about your belt or your bearings,which by the way,to not know that the bearings were the ones that needed changed makes you look a little slow.Thats only been posted on here a few million times.
Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 08:42 pm:
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The XBRR would have to be able to run 757 laps,could it?
Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 09:03 pm:
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Alot of ppl would say the Xb is an also ran too.
Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 09:15 pm:
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Post an article of an interesting bike,and the usual suspects start putting it down,surprise surprise,surprise.
Posted on Tuesday, August 15, 2006 - 09:36 pm:
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Blake do you think theXBRR would have ran 757 laps? Didn't the XBRR get beat by a 3 or 4 year old BMW?
Posted on Thursday, August 17, 2006 - 09:12 pm:
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M1,if anything,you are pathetic,you have lost every argument you try with me. ...
Posted on Thursday, August 17, 2006 - 09:18 pm:
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... Don't you guys have a circle jerk to attend?
Posted on Thursday, August 17, 2006 - 09:37 pm:
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...I'm sure all your circle jerk buddies will make you feel better.
Posted on Thursday, August 17, 2006 - 09:46 pm:
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Eexb,it doesn't take much to be able to read the AMA rules,sorry you only believe what you read on BadWeb.Every time you try to get into an adult argument you sound like a little girl.
Posted on Friday, August 18, 2006 - 07:27 am:
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Blake,just what is my agenda?I have no agenda,sorry some people don't like to hear the truth when it comes to the short comings of the XBRR.Supporters of the XBRR need to quit embelishing the facts about the XBRR.If I had an agenda whenever someone posts on here or another board about wanting to buy a Buell,I sure would tell them not to,but I don't,nothing wrong with a Buell,but to say they are the best bike for this or that is dumb.
Posted on Sunday, November 28, 2004 - 10:48 pm:
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Most ppl aren't looking at Buells because they want more performance
Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2004 - 01:08 am:
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No way you can compare a XB9 to a 600RR,the 600 will blow the XB away,believe me I know this.
Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2004 - 01:51 pm:
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EZ that would be the first race an XB won,XB don't even bother to race in AMA events,except FX,I wonder why that is,they get their butts kicked.You bring up one race,I would like to see the details of that race.
Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2004 - 09:02 pm:
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I know I wouldn't want to be on a highway with one and need power to get out of the way of something,a stock Blast couldn't get out of it's own way on the highway.neverending argument
Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2004 - 09:10 pm:
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Only you have the right answers,EZ.
Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2004 - 11:32 pm:
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Every review of the Blast talk about the performance of the Blast on a highway.They say above 70 there just isn't much there.Now how did I prove I know nothing about my bike or Buell history,I understand you have Buell colored glasses on ,but please be realistic.If your Blast is so great,why are you working so hard to change it and make it faster.You can try to talk down to me all you want,facts are still facts.i guess good hard numbers mean nothing to you though,the Blast is the best motorcycle ever created.
Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2004 - 11:54 pm:
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EZ,I understand you are getting frustrated,it's ok.I never said numbers were important to me,i was just using them to prove my point,which I have,get over it.How many Buells have you owned?If numbers mattered to me I would have a Gixxer.You love your bike,thats what it is all about,but get over yourself
Posted on Monday, December 20, 2004 - 02:06 pm:
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Slower compared to what? They are faster than a Buell.Every thing I have read about them have been good.
Posted on Monday, December 20, 2004 - 09:19 pm:
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I was at Orlando Harley a few months after I bought my XB and they had a used 955,made me want to trade my bike in.If I could get my wife to take my bike,I would buy a 955,or a Ducati 800ss
Posted on Sunday, March 06, 2005 - 11:12 pm:
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Way to turn a prospective Bueller off on the brand.A guy ask some questions and he gets pounced on.I have a 03 Buell and have had tranny problems,clutch cable,voltage regulator,speed sensor,relays that keep getting burnt out.Ppl need to quit taking this stuff personal.
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 04:07 pm:
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Norris,What do the need to be educated on?Buells do get their asses kicked by 600 sportbikes,they are not true sportbikes.Buells should be compared to SV,Monsters,and FZ6's.
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 06:11 pm:
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I have gone to another dealer,they have had the bike since early Thursday morning and haven't even started tearing it down yet,gotta love Buell service.I will be getting a different brand and something tells me I will have just as much fun on it as I have my Buell.
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 10:07 pm:
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M1,I didn't say the 600's weren't modified,I said they were no where near as modified as the Buells,disagree?The only thing stock on the Buells in FX may be the wheels,every thing else has been modified.M1if the XB's are so great why haven't they won a race where they compete against bikes of the same displacement.They win the races that were pretty much made with the Buells in mind.
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 10:15 pm:
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... the new dealer I have tried has had the bike since the Thursday the 12th and hasn't even started to tear it down,to many chrome parts to put on I guess.I have 24k on my bike ,when some of you get more than a few thousand miles ,then you can come back and tell me how you love your XB and its problems.One more thing M1,I am no racer wanna be so I could care less if the Japanese bikes can beat me,I don't race so why do I care.Facts are facts,don't like it drink some more kool-aid.
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 10:37 pm:
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I just hate when ppl try to make out like there bike is more than it's meant to be.
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 11:31 pm:
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Got1,reread my post,I don't know what fantasy world you live in.US automakers are having problems,they are considered less reliable than Japanese cars.How about customer service any where you go.
Rocco,
Agreed. Adding the dollar figure at the end makes that common figure of speech into something else entirely, a statement of fact. In my opinion. It's a bit of a pet peeve of mine. I over-reacted to JScott's exaggeration. I blame it on Bomber and his politics. I also may be curmudgeonly. My bad.
Roger,
I'm a Buell enthusiast. I'm also a Ducati enthusiast, and a BMW enthusiast, and an Aprilia enthusiast, an MV Augusta enthusiast, a Triumph enthusiast, a KTM enthusiast, a Honda enthusiast, a Yamaha enthusiast, a Suzuki enthusiast, a Kawasaki enthusiast, a Ural enthusiast, a Bimota enthusiast, you name the motorcyle brand, and I can find something to be enthusiastic about. |
Jscott
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 07:34 pm: |
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Wow! That's impressive. Kind of like a "This was your Life/Great White Throne Judgement" sort of thing.
Note to self: do NOT piss Blake off.
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Eboos
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 07:41 pm: |
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Blake, you have to admit that some of those posts were pretty funny. |
Jon
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 08:41 pm: |
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Never underestimate the power of ochra. |
Skyguy
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 11:19 pm: |
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MDM, Sorry I don't agree with you and am only posting this becasue you used a quote from my previous post.
I have had plenty of things to say on this forum that were not well recieved with the result of being suspended. I was being divisive and kinda a pain in the ass so I deserved it.
I also had no trouble with getting back on after throwing a couple of emails back and forth with Blake. He is a stand-up guy.
I have never been threatend with being banned for bitching about my Buell. I have had more than my share of problems with my bike but none with this communmity.
Not as many people here drink Buellaid as you might think. Most of us here are enthusiasts about riding first and Buells second.
The powers that be do try to get us all to try to avoid falling into the same trap as many other internet boards out there. You know the trap? Name calling, petty arguments and constant bitching.........
Blake and I stand on two different sides of a couple of different fences. I would still have a beer with him any day of the week.
Pup, You had to go make Blake roll up a newspaper and smack you on the nose with it and I want to thank you. Great read, perhaps if you take the time to read you posts all in one place you might understand the attitude. |
Mdm
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 11:45 pm: |
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sky, it was tongue in cheek. But man, that list of Pups posts Blake put together are pretty darn funny (thanks Blake) ! |
Blake
| | Posted on Friday, August 25, 2006 - 11:52 pm: |
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It was the Bison burger! Red meat protein overload!
Eboos,
I laughed out loud at the "everyone here..." then in follow-up "I didn't say everyone" posts.
Want some more?...
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 04:07 pm:
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Norris,What do the need to be educated on?Buells do get their asses kicked by 600 sportbikes,they are not true sportbikes.
Posted on Thursday, May 19, 2005 - 08:11 am:
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Tuscon,you are right,I am not going to put the purple nikes and robes on and wait for the big Buell spaceship behind the Hale-Bopp comet.Fact one Buell has not won a FX race against Japanese 600's.Fact two Buell is allowed unlimited engine modifications the 600's are not.Fact 3 Buells could not compete in any other class of racing against the Japanese bikes.I guess in this starnge Buell world ,if you do not believe that the Buells are not the bestest bikes in the world y,you are bashing them.
Posted on Friday, May 20, 2005 - 03:43 pm:
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Rocket,you may want to read my posts,I never put down Buell.I guess talking the truth is hard for the Buell cult to take.
Posted on Sunday, May 22, 2005 - 04:40 pm:
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There may be 6000 registered users of this board,but how many are still active and how many have moved on to a different brand.
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 12:51 am:
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The Spaceship is getting close,better drink that Kool-Aid.BadS1 you are the moron here.Oldog,guess what,in a XB you have to split the cases to work on the tranny,maybe you need to read the manual.Also I did respond to Court,and as for learning something,I have found out that certain ppl on this board live in a fantasy world.Norris,looks like there is 2 threads now,XB12s transmission seized and 1st to 2nd=Not,check those threads out,mine started the same way.
Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 05:02 pm:
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M1,i never said Buells suck,I guess reading comprehension is not one of your strong points.What did I say that was inaccurate,I believe the much of the info you stated was wrong.I doubt anything I say on here will affect future sales,and if it does,that says something about Buell Motorcycles.Yes I am a little mad about my tranny,I believe that a bike shouldn't have 2 transmission problems in 24,000 miles,Badweb is a small portion of the Buell owners,so I wonder how wide spread tranny problems are?
Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 02:14 pm:
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...I am heading to the Suzuki dealer today to pick out a bike,I don't have to wait for my Buell to get fixed.
Posted on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 - 07:50 pm:
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Go for a Daytona 955,cheaper than a 12R and that single sided swingarm is sweet.I believe they are going to bump the 955 up,the site shows 147 hp and 71ftlbs torque.
Posted on Friday, July 08, 2005 - 09:37 am:
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I keep reading about an article in Performance Bike magazine that has Buell coming in 14th in a 14 bike comparison.Hate to see that,but what can you do.Anyone read this article?
Posted on Friday, July 08, 2005 - 11:53 am:
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I also seen where the Buells came in almost last in braking distance.
Plenty more still out there if you are interested. |
Eboos
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 12:04 am: |
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Stop, you're killing me.  |
Thepup
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 12:53 am: |
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Blake,you have a lot of time on your hands,pretty much shows what kind of person you are.Blake,tell me exactly where you got my cell phone number and why haven't you called me back to talk,it's not like you haven't got time.I called you back last Fri. the 18th.I believe you have some serious issues,but please feel free to call me and discuss them. |
Blake
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 01:12 am: |
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What kind of person am I then, do tell.
Well Sparky, I found your phone number here on BadWeB right where you posted it. I've since lost it and have no further desire to contact you. You are a divisive confrontational troll and need to simply go away from here. |
Blake
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 01:13 am: |
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Here's another one for you Eboos, lifted from another board...
posted 08-25-2006 01:59 PM
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Xb tranny took a dump on the way to work today,third time.Of course it is all my fault because someone else has 1200 miles on their 05 XB with no problems.This is the last straw,i will be without a Buell within the next m2 months,
"I HATE BUELLS" |
Thepup
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 01:31 am: |
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Blake,I did a search and didn't find my number,so where did you find it.As for the post you took from Sacborg,thats exactly how i feel.Blake,ban me if you don't want to see comments that aren't the party line. |
Thepup
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 01:37 am: |
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Blake,I thought you didn't pay attention to Sacborg,pretty interesting.Blake,instead of spending so much time searching for posts,stalking people,and worrying about what people think about a motorcycle,try to get out and enjoy life,enjoy your family,sorry Buell and this site has consumed you. |
Skyguy
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 01:49 am: |
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Pup you are reminding me of one of those ankle biting little dogs................
But hey I need the entertainment as I cant ride for a few days due to problems with my Buell.
Dude there are several people on this board that do not ride Buells. They come here for the people. I have read many of your posts and understand that you may not be here for the sense of community. Let it go man. |
Thepup
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 02:02 am: |
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Skyguy,dude just shutup. |
Skyguy
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 02:59 am: |
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Ouch, I need taller boots. Maybe with some ankle protection............. |
Chasespeed
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 05:41 am: |
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Pup, seriously, if you wanna bash the bike, then bash away...BUT, do so in a manner that allows people to to turn and walk away, IF they dont wanna listen.
Not everyone is happy with something they have purchased...
My CBR for example...great track bike...useless on the street..
My Ducati's, absolute blast to ride, but maintnance intensive..
Suzuki, well, I work on enough of those, have no desire to own...
R1, yeah...I like it...
The point is, there is something to like and something to dislike abuot everything..
I do not live breathe, eat sleep etc, Buells...
So, ease up...you dont like brand, thats cool, I am not gonna loose any sleep over it, and and I doubt anyone else will...
So, take your comments and go whine on SacBorg or whereever....
I for one and sick of reading it, and if it were possible to "block" certian individuals, it woudl be easier...
I put up with enough immaturity from my 3 year old...
I shouldn't have to deal with it, on a forum full of adults...
Dont get me wrong, i love a good joke...and I have an off-color sense of humor...
But, you could give the military lessons in redundancy....let it go...
Sell the damn bike if you are unhappy...
I really dont think anyone here will care..
My thoughts...
Chase |
Thepup
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 09:31 am: |
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Chase,unfortunately everyone doesn't think like you.I didn't mention anything about hating Buells and getting rid of my bike on this forum,Blake imported that post from another board. |
Pwnzor
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 10:34 am: |
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Hey puppy.
Why don't YOU just shut up? We're all sick of your incessant whining. What's the matter, is the void left by Buellgrrrl too empty for you? Are you so pathetic that you must exist in a shame spiral?
Grow up or get lost. You run your mouth and you run your mouth and you run your mouth. You don't need to specifically hate Buells here for us to see who you are. It's obvious.
I hope you have to drive a CAR on your vacation. |
Glitch
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 10:55 am: |
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I think this has gone on long enough.
Since this thread has totally gone away from the root topic, and seems not to be going anywhere fast.
It's locked.
Good-Bye
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Blake
| | Posted on Saturday, August 26, 2006 - 11:17 am: |
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Oops, got caught by the lockdown, which I support. But having typed out the following, well here it is; thank goodness for the "Back" button and thank you Glitch.
Lonnie,
You no search good. I don't think you really want me posting a link to your telephone number, do you? It is there, burried. I happened to run accross it recently purely accidentally. The continued insults are really unhelpful and unnecessary. Accountability is good.
As to the rest, well, people are funny. Might be best for all including you if you would avoid contributing to opinion posts and threads and just stick to the tech stuff for a while. The alternative is loss of posting privileges.
I was hoping that in being confronted with your own prior BadWeB contributions above that you might be inclined to reflect and rethink the tenor of your participation here. Instead and unfortunately it seems as though there is just more of the same denial.
All,
Joining in on a hatefest mob attack against Lonnie is counterproductive. We would do well to rise above that kind of miserableness. Having been the victim of such a mob mentality hatefest myself, I'm not at all comfortable seeing others subjected to similar abuse. It ain't positive, nor thoughtful, and it is a violation of BadWeB policy. So let's please take the high road.
Those who have contributed thoughtful commentary on behalf of Lonnie, thank you very much. Some hard and frank heartfelt words are okay; let's just please avoid the hateful personal attacks.
You know... Be excellent to each other. Celebrate life and all its/our blessings, yes including Fischer motorcycles. 
Lonnie, maybe try avoiding inflammatory characterizations of those who disagree with you, especially sweeping over-generalizations. Maybe listen to folks sometimes, on account of sometimes there are true pearls of wisdom in their words. Other times... blah, blah, blah...
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