First time since September crash...

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Discussion Starter · Mar 6, 2005

Well it made it into the sixties here today and I fired up 998 and went for a ride. I had completely taken apart the fuel system when I had it apart and even though the pump primed right away, there was still a lot of air in the lines. She turned over quite a bit before she fired, but is normal now. I really like my new clutch assembly; an aluminum basket from a 999 (complements of Emperor Nero

)Barnett aluminum clutch kit, and a Speedy Moto pressure plate, it is all very smooth and takes no effort at all to get neutral while stopped and running. My sister said I will probably be apprehensive when I ride again, I told her I will be fine and it's certainly not my first crash. I had a pretty big grin as I lofted the front end, took it to 10,000 rpm and started clicking gears. I was right.

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Discussion Starter · #2 · Mar 6, 2005

Re: First time since September crash... (Phil 998)

congrats brother! It must feal reeeeaaaallll good!

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Discussion Starter · #3 · Mar 6, 2005

Re: First time since September crash... (YellowDesmo998)

back on the sadle congrats Phil

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Discussion Starter · #4 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: First time since September crash... (Phil 998)

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Discussion Starter · #5 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: First time since September crash... (Tifosi)

Sweet man, won't be long and you will be back in the groove!

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Discussion Starter · #6 · Mar 7, 2005

I was out today too. The weather was very nice, if somewhat windy. I didn't make it over to the East side of the river, mostly I ended up in the Wildlife Prairie Park area. Where did you go riding, Phil?

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Discussion Starter · #7 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: (Hickey)

I didn't go very far at all. I still need to put some clear protector on the tank and the chin V. As you noticed there is so much salt and crap on the roads I am looking forward to a few good rain showers to wash them off. It did feel great to be back in the saddle though.

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Discussion Starter · #8 · Mar 7, 2005

Today it was pretty good weather in NC as well.

It was sunny all day, 59 degrees.

I've put 210 miles on my 999. It was nice.

I almost forgot how cool it was to ride.

Man, I am so happy spring is coming!!!!!!! I am gonna wet my panties.

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Discussion Starter · #9 · Mar 7, 2005

Phil, glad your back at it. I was there last spring (crashed that is) it get's in your head a little. Take care and enjoy!

All I did was change brake fluid in the bikes and ride my daughters XR 100 around in the yard!

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Discussion Starter · #10 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: (NC Rick)

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Discussion Starter · #11 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: (NC Rick)

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by NC Rick »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Phil, glad your back at it. I was there last spring (crashed that is) it get's in your head a little. Take care and enjoy!

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Glad your back on top paesano. BTW, that basket was from my crash last summer. I'm gonna finally need corrective surgery on my shoulder to fully recover. So I know the feeling of first getting back on a bike after a nasty drop. Sounds like you've been having a good time in the interim "parting up" your ride. Enjoy and be safe.

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Discussion Starter · #12 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: (Nero)

And what did you think of the Pilot Powers?

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Discussion Starter · #13 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: (J.U.996SPS)

Didn't even start to ride hard or warm them up and with all the salt on the roads I won't push anything right now. The steering feels light and they didn't squirm on the tar snakes like my Pirellis did. I think I'll like them.

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Discussion Starter · #14 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: (Phil 998)

so wheres the pics?

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Discussion Starter · #15 · Mar 7, 2005

Re: (Phil 998)

Glad you're back on the bike.

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