Well, now I've gone and done it. Jefe has that two-wheel motion.

[eljefefx]

Lately I've been throwing around the idea of ditching my 1999 Ford Explorer Sport that I use both as a DD and as my way of eating enough oil to eventually push us towards alternative energy sources.

Naturally, I figured that since I'm now 30 years old I should get a motorcycle, a la early midlife crisis and all that. While out looking at a few dealerships I came across a used bike that fit well under my price limit and decided to get it.


With my wife's permission of course.

Without further delay, my 2003 Honda Shadow 750

[UTRacerX9]

Welcome to the two wheel club. Not a fan of cruiser type bikes, but I've ridden the 750 Shadow, and it's got enough torque and a good sound to be fun for a weekend cruise. Enjoy it.

[stealthee]

The bike fits you Jeff. I really need to look into a bike myself. I drive 25 miles one way for work. Mornings would be colder, but the fuel savings would be worth it.

[eljefefx]

Yeah man, look into it. I paid $3968 out the door and the damn thing gets near 50MPG. I think I came out good on this one and it's a great starter bike.

[eljefefx]

Bike was delivered today!

Click for video!




So excited! Now I just have to wait for my MSF course

Edit: video does not appear to be working. Odd.

[CoreyB]

Nice bike Jeff.

[93mitsVR4]

gotta be carefull if thos are new tires on it, they can be slippery

[ictponder]

Keeping it stock?

[eljefefx]

Nice bike Jeff.

Gracias.

gotta be carefull if thos are new tires on it, they can be slippery

Duly noted.

Keeping it stock?

For now

[UTRacerX9]

You can take some 80 grit sandpaper and rub it on the cornering part of the tire to get off the slippery stuff. Not saying it's necessary for a cruiser type bike, but for tires for my 636, I've always done this just for a bit more peace of mind until they are worn in.