Author Topic: Old hands and new members (Read 7745 times)

wildbill · **on:** August 06, 2013, 08:06:32 am

Over the past few months it appears we are getting quite a few new members to the forum. These new guys have no idea how valuable members like Bare- Ducatty Scotty-Arizona are to the forum.
I have been helped out many times by the above members and when a problem rear its head .....all replies are appreciated.
So even though members old and new come and go ........its still a great place to tune in and read the daily threads.
in reality i could have upgraded and spent up to $20k on a up market bike but i don't think i'd have any more fun than i have now.
so i think i will just keep filling in time and keep playing along with the royal enfield brand. i knew nothing about motorbike bikes when i joined 18 months back but the indian import soon fixed that issue.

AussieDave · **Reply #1 on:** August 06, 2013, 08:13:24 am

+1 and Hear hear.! i was full of anxiety about engine noise and stripped threads but bare and gremlin set me straight withsome good advise. i was convinced id have to pull the engine down. so thanks fellas.you were right. cheers.

Bulletman · **Reply #2 on:** August 06, 2013, 08:45:49 am

+1 lots of help from the forum. Folks like Gashousegorilla, Scooterbob, Arizoni, Barenekd, Ducati Scottie..and many more, helped me become a better mechanic in 12 months....No other bike or Forum could have done that...

Cheers

jammydodger · **Reply #3 on:** August 06, 2013, 10:40:40 am

I’d like to voice my gratitude too to the old hands who have shown me the way on the start of a very long journey. Bare in particular but I know a lot of you have also helped me (I’ll work on remembering everyone’s names) It would have been an easy option to go for a Triumph instead, but it’s been an incredibly fun bike to start with and learn from.

To many thousand more miles to come – Huzzah!!

J

jkrobin · **Reply #4 on:** August 06, 2013, 01:33:12 pm

My thanks to all the old hands on here, as well. I try to make sure to thank folks for the advice each and every time, and hope I haven't missed any. But as for an overall, blanket sentiment... you all have my sincere appreciation. You've made living with the RE even more of a joy.

Gypsyjon · **Reply #5 on:** August 06, 2013, 02:08:18 pm

Amen to all of the above!!

eda1bulletc5 · **Reply #6 on:** August 06, 2013, 03:34:46 pm

The folks in this forum have been very helpful with idea and suggestions either to fix issues or new implementation; truly appreciated...

D the D · **Reply #7 on:** August 06, 2013, 04:05:20 pm

I would be the proud owner of a new Triumph if the gentlemen listed hadn't helped me make the Enfield enjoyable and reliable. When I got it I didn't trust it to go to the corner store. Now I'll ride 100 miles and back without a blink.

Ice · **Reply #8 on:** August 06, 2013, 05:32:03 pm

Before you know it the new guys will be the old hands and the cycle will REpeat itself.

Ducati Scotty · **Reply #9 on:** August 06, 2013, 05:53:23 pm

Joel-in-dallas · **Reply #10 on:** August 06, 2013, 10:58:58 pm

I am having a blast on my Royal Enfield. Its great to know there are guys on this forum who really know the motorcycles. That makes me feel much better about owning one. Its not like I can ride to a local biker hangout and there will be dozens of guys riding bikes like mine.

This forum helps me get the information I need. The guys who continue to answer questions day after day and to remain genuinely nice are the best.

Hats off to you guys!

Ice · **Reply #11 on:** August 06, 2013, 11:03:54 pm

Quote from: Joel-in-dallas on August 06, 2013, 10:58:58 pm

~Its not like I can ride to a local biker hangout and there will be dozens of guys riding bikes like mine.~

+1

And when we get to a dealership the lack of latte's, dyno charts, posuers etc. is pretty refreshing too.

Ducati Scotty · **Reply #12 on:** August 06, 2013, 11:10:44 pm

I can't tell whether nice people buy the RE or the RE just makes people nicer. Either way, this is a great community and people are willing to share their knowledge, time, and more. Heck, Bare doesn't even have an RE any more and he still hangs out here, giving repair directions from memory

Scott

barenekd · **Reply #13 on:** August 06, 2013, 11:15:14 pm

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It would have been an easy option to go for a Triumph instead, but it’s been an incredibly fun bike to start with and learn from.

It might have been easier, but believe me, you'd be paying a whole lot more for that ease. Triumphs are pretty expensive because they are really are a PITA to work on! So the shops get you for more labor I've owned three of the Hinckleys and even if you do most of the work yourself, the parts are expensive. And gas costs a lot more!
I traded my last Triumph in on my Bullet. One of the best deals I ever made!
By the way, guys, thank you for the kind words. they are appreciated.
Bare

Joel-in-dallas · **Reply #14 on:** August 06, 2013, 11:16:48 pm

... And when we get to a dealership the lack of latte's, dyno charts, posuers etc. is pretty refreshing too......

What do you mean I can't have a hand pulled expresso made from fair trade beans while you change my oil???!!! <pitches fit and goes off in a huff>!!

Arizoni · **Reply #15 on:** August 06, 2013, 11:33:39 pm

"Goes off in a huff"?
I bet he didn't go far!

The Huff was the low cost model made by one of the worst companies to ever make a automobile.

Everything about it was cheaper and it was a rare day when it wouldn't break down and leave the driver stranded 3 miles from his starting point. The only good thing about it was it was pretty easy to walk the 3 miles back to get some help.

Of course the top of the line from that company wasn't much better.
Surely you've heard of all of the people who spent days "laboring under a Dilemma"?

Thanks all for the nice complements.

heloego · **Reply #16 on:** August 07, 2013, 03:02:30 am

Yeah, well here's another...
All the aforementioned distinguished gentlemen have been a fair boon to me, too.
I've been a helicopter tech for 25 years, but the RE is a whole new game to me. They've all helped me over the first few humps and I can't imagine riding anything else (well, maybe one

), or hanging with a better bunch!

Craig McClure · **Reply #17 on:** August 07, 2013, 04:54:00 pm

I loved British bikes, Yes they broke & leaked. The Hinkley Triumphs are more JAPANESE in nature than British, heavy & brutish. The original Meridian Twin Triumph Weighed in with the Enfield, & handled like magic. I'd accept the new triumph as a gift, but wouldn't BUY one.

barenekd · **Reply #18 on:** August 07, 2013, 05:55:10 pm

I will admit I liked my Triples. The twins?...not so much.
Bare

mattsz · **Reply #19 on:** August 08, 2013, 02:58:25 am

Late to the party, but three cheers from me to all my new imaginary friends here on the forum! It's been a great year, thanks to everyone's help...

Celtic Cruiser · **Reply #20 on:** August 10, 2013, 04:32:41 am

I'd have to agree with everything in this thread. Already been helped by the "Old Hands" aka the guys who know their poop-ola. Never been made to feel like an idiot either, though easily could have been. I have a Toyota FJ Cruiser and used to get on that forum too. Learned a lot, but this crowd here on the Enfield forum just seem to be really tops. Merci

Sectorsteve · **Reply #21 on:** August 10, 2013, 10:43:27 am

damn straight. this forum is gold. i wish i could help out somewhere, but still new to it really. everytime ive posted anything regarding fixing something, one of you guys chimes in asap. im so greatful. thanks again.

JVS · **Reply #22 on:** August 10, 2013, 11:11:09 am

Quote from: Sectorsteve on August 10, 2013, 10:43:27 am

damn straight. this forum is gold. i wish i could help out somewhere, but still new to it really. everytime ive posted anything regarding fixing something, one of you guys chimes in asap. im so greatful. thanks again.

+1
True story. I wouldn't be where I am now (with RE) without the help and contributions of fellow members on this forum. The regular members have been a great help. Thanks everyone, and I hope this community goes a long way in to the future.

GSS · **Reply #23 on:** August 10, 2013, 02:10:50 pm

Definitely a great group.....too many to name. Several have moved on but Ducati Scotty, Arizoni, Bare, Ace, Ice, GHG, ScooterBob still show up in a flash whenever anyone needs help. I would like to add my personal thanks as well.

Royalista · **Reply #24 on:** August 10, 2013, 09:47:26 pm

+1

This forum is special. Really, if alone for that, one should have a bullet.

Triple kudos for initiative, management and participants.

Sectorsteve · **Reply #25 on:** August 11, 2013, 09:46:17 am

its really helped cut down my porn addiction too, so thanks again! i love reading about RE stuff - more than porn even.

Ducati Scotty · **Reply #26 on:** August 11, 2013, 03:36:09 pm

Substituting one addiction for another... Not sure if that's good or not, but glad to have you here regardless

Scott

Desi Bike · **Reply #27 on:** August 12, 2013, 01:37:27 am

Its just a different motion with the right hand. Similar grip tho.

Sectorsteve · **Reply #28 on:** August 12, 2013, 03:23:47 am

hahaha

heloego · **Reply #29 on:** August 12, 2013, 04:48:57 pm

A pilot I work with refers to it as "a stiff control".

barenekd · **Reply #30 on:** August 12, 2013, 07:01:45 pm

Which stick?
Bare

AussieDave · **Reply #31 on:** August 13, 2013, 07:31:35 am

i guess he means the joystick. i've been taking flying lessons for my recreational licence in a drifter. slow but heaps of fun being out in the breeze. no bugs up there either.