Buying into brands

**LBD** · 5th May 2009, 03:34

Originally Posted by carver

guzzi riders dont seem to do it!
its not to common among the japanese brands, not to the same extent.

Guess the jap riders riders know they don't have so much to be proud of....

....wait for it...

Originally Posted by Maha

Saw some twat at a pub a few years ago, turned up on a Ducati, in a Ducati one-piece, Italian themed lid, he looked a rather tall Red Riding Hood.

Gulp

Time for a fashion evaluation....oh dear...3 duc shirts (pressies) cabin luggage, back pack, ...phew not so bad really.

**carver** · 5th May 2009, 06:49

Originally Posted by Headbanger

Simply don't interest me. Buts thats not the point I was trying to make.

so what is your point-i know nothing about motorcycles?

**Headbanger** · 5th May 2009, 09:52

Originally Posted by carver

so what is your point-i know nothing about motorcycles?

The point was that a bike isn't shit and worthy of nothing but condemnation because it doesn't fit your extremely narrow view of what a motorcycle should be. Voicing such an opinion renders your opinion worthless.

Never fear, Its a condition experienced by many GSX owners, past and present.

And I do enjoy many of your video's....for the novelty value.

**Big Dave** · 5th May 2009, 09:57

**duckonin** · 5th May 2009, 10:16

Originally Posted by usa-vtwin

I own a Harley and theirs no way I would be seen with a Harley belt buckle, Harley boots, Harley bandanna etc...And there's no Harley table lamp in my lounge or Harley phone on my desk. I confess I own a Harley Jacket but I do ride my bike with out it more often than not. I loves Harleys but I didn't want to be a Harley shrine.

I don't own a Harley but I do wear a Harley bandana and a T shirt some times, both were presents from the States..Who cares not I

**The Stranger:Me** · 5th May 2009, 12:50

Originally Posted by Headbanger

The point was that a bike isn't shit and worthy of nothing but condemnation because it doesn't fit your extremely narrow view of what a motorcycle should be. Voicing such an opinion renders your opinion worthless.

Hmm, personally I value the opinion of someone whom calls a spade a spade.

The readers already know Carver's bias, so can easily allow for that.
When I get old and retire and am frightened by corners I will seek the honest opinion of someone re farting armchairs.

I stopped buying bike mags. The reviews suck. They spend all their time trying to think of new, clever and interesting ways to say the same old thing.
Honesty (as it relates to a magazine) is this.

The importer relies on the mags for marketing and the mags rely on the importers for marketing - it's a symbiotic relationship, they both rely on each other for their existence and income. The mags won't rock the boat, they do and they shoot themselves in the foot - which mag will get the next early release, the one that gave a good review last time or the one that told the truth? How can one value such an opinion over an honest opinion of a product?

**been_there** · 5th May 2009, 13:11

If you don't want to support the "corporations"
buy the counterfeit stuff..

**Big Dave** · 5th May 2009, 13:55

Originally Posted by The Stranger

thing.
Honesty (as it relates to a magazine) is this.

And honestly - that is just bull.
If there is something wrong or dangerous - I'll write it and so will The Ed.
Never had to yet - everything has been fit for purpose.
Otherwise I try to identify the potential user of the vehicle and supply pertinent information, experience and opinion in a hopefully entertaining manner.

**Big Dave** · 5th May 2009, 14:56

I just put on my Triumph Rocket III, micro weave thermal top - nice big R3 Tribal graphic on the back.

Excellent garment, warm light and resilient. Had it 5 years - still in near new condition with reasonably frequent wear.

Bottom half is Triumph kevlar lined jeans.

My favourites in the type of garment for comfort and fit. Stretch Denim with velcro seal cargo pockets and quite a nice slimline cut. Very comfortable on the bike, small, understated Triumph logo.

Jacket is Triumph Retro style. Also my current favourite. Old school style - modern CE armour and protection. My son even likes it.

Boots are Harley-Davidson Johnny rebs. They are $100 cheaper than Genuine Johnny Rebs. My favourite boots - just because.

Helmet, maybe Arai, Maybe Shoei, probably Davida.

Why do I buy into it. Because I like it.

**short-circuit** · 5th May 2009, 16:07

Originally Posted by Headbanger

And I do enjoy many of your video's....for the novelty value.

Fuck you're easily pleased.

No wonder NZ TV is so shite

**carver** · 5th May 2009, 17:58

Originally Posted by Headbanger

The point was that a bike isn't shit and worthy of nothing but condemnation because it doesn't fit your extremely narrow view of what a motorcycle should be. Voicing such an opinion renders your opinion worthless.

Never fear, Its a condition experienced by many GSX owners, past and present.

And I do enjoy many of your video's....for the novelty value.

typical cruiser rider, slag off sportsbike riders...

haha, the vids, yes, they are just a windup / humorous way of getting a stupid point across

Originally Posted by short-circuit

Fuck you're easily pleased.

No wonder NZ TV is so shite

back of the y masterpiece television!