When parts start scraping (and if it isn't my pegs it's the kickstand expander that grinds) I just back off a little and am more mindful of my entry line & speed. That's fast enough, for me anyway.
When parts start scraping (and if it isn't my pegs it's the kickstand expander that grinds) I just back off a little and am more mindful of my entry line & speed. That's fast enough, for me anyway.
I don't scrap the pegs on the F6B nearly as often as I did on my Valkyrie Tourer. I minimize scraping through weight transfer and smoothness. That said, when I ride with others, even those on sportbikes, I caution them to ride their own ride. Trying to keep up with me in the curves can lead to undesirable consequences depending on their skill level and experience.
I don't get sentimental about motorcycles.
That's a lie.
I'm a bit more than a little sentimental about this one.
Yep, I scrape. Sometimes I even try to scrape, but not that often. Usually when it does it's just time. I wore about a 1/2" off the outer edges of my boots on one ride. lol
Hoff aka Brian
2016 F6B Deluxe in Matte White
I too am cautious when I start to scrape. For me, it's a warning note that I need to relook my entry. I want to go thru the curve fast but I want it to be graceful not catastrophic. That's not to say I didn't deliberately scrape my pegs after I redid my suspension.
There is nothing "catastrophic" going on when I scrape hard parts. Just good ol' fun. I practice my riding techniques, but this bike ,as good as she handles, runs out of cornering clearance pretty quick. If you are riding quickly enough, you will scrape parts. That's why I put the titanium pucks on my foot pegs so there is also a show.Originally Posted by crossbowme
I too am cautious when I start to scrape. For me, it's a warning note that I need to relook my entry. I want to go thru the curve fast but I want it to be graceful not catastrophic. That's not to say I didn't deliberately scrape my pegs after I redid my suspension.
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That's pretty cool!There is nothing "catastrophic" going on when I scrape hard parts. Just good ol' fun. I practice my riding techniques, but this bike ,as good as she handles, runs out of cornering clearance pretty quick. If you are riding quickly enough, you will scrape parts. That's why I put the titanium pucks on my foot pegs so there is also a show.
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