Stumbled on a GS500 2002 Naked in Rowlett Texas

[pbureau69]

Whoot.... FINALLY!!!!

I was starting to think that I was the lonesome state gs500 rider...

followed him to a wallmart, he had to run, but I am posting this so he can track me on the web site (supposevly a member here)!!

[nightrider]

you are a passionate, passionate man!

make sure and find out where he lives so you can check up on him.   

[GeeP]

Isn't exciting when you see another GS rider?   

"OH MY GOD!  IT'S A GS!  QUICK!  TURN AROUND AND STALK IT!"   

[CndnMax]

"OH MY GOD!  IT'S A GS!  QUICK!  TURN AROUND AND STALK IT!"   

i've seen a few but never stalked any 

[barry]

I'm glad he followed me into the parking lot. Before we met, I wasn't sure why he gave me the thumbs up at a stop light but now I know its because he recognized my bike.  I didn't recognize his because I'm used to the naked look, like mine. I thought his was an SV with all the shiny blue fairings and the agressive looking headlights. He's an experienced rider and I'm still a neophyte so I was glad to sponge off some of his knowledge, like stop tensing up on the bike and possibly getting a shield if I intend to go highway speeds. I'm at the stage where I feel like I'm about to meet my maker when I jump on the highway which explains the tension.

You guys can follow me into a parking lot anytime. The comraderie that I'm seeing in our culture is a beatiful thing. Even the big ass cruiser harley guys have been pretty cool .....even to a beginner on a naked sports bike.

Barry

[CndnMax]

The comraderie that I'm seeing in our culture is a beatiful thing. Even the big ass cruiser harley guys have been pretty cool .....even to a beginner on a naked sports bike.

Barry

+1 even the harleys  both times when i was stoped on the side of the road( once caz my friend rran out of gas and the other one caz i was checking the front end after i nailed a pot hole) it was an old guy on a harley that stopped to see what was up.

[nazgulnarsil]

harley guys seem to acknowledge nakeds more than supersports.

i sort of share the attitude that too many supersport riders consider their bikes toys, even though i also think harley riders are soft in the head for not spending way less on a nice japanese cruiser.

not trying to start a flame war.  it's just been my experience that naked bike/standard riders, japanese cruiser and sport tourers are generally the best bikers/non-posers who have nothing to do with the "image" thing that dominates harley and sportbike advertising.

[mach1]

wait the GS is a sport bike? How come no one told me...................

[ohgood]

Barry -

Welcome to the forum. Now you know why all those people stalked you since you started riding. You can't outrun us every time

Relax and enjoy the ride.

[Kasumi]

You guys need to watch out or the FBI will have this site closed lol. GS500 Mafia. Stalking people on GS's - who knows what they do to them then!

[pbureau69]

Isn't exciting when you see another GS rider?   

"OH MY GOD!  IT'S A GS!  QUICK!  TURN AROUND AND STALK IT!"   

Close to that yep, considering I have NOT seen another GS in dallas (plenty of Ninja's 500R) except me... I was estatic...

Actually, I was riding home from 4 hours of twisties in the lucas/wolfe city, tx area with other riders, and I literally rode up to him..
lol I noticed the tail first from 1/4 mile away... humm... hey.... yeah that is a GS tail.... (speedup...to catch up)... yep it is....<insert excitement here> lol
caugh up to him, slide next lane to him and  and was a happy man...lol

Barry is a new rider, hes a nice guy, and just need more ride time to get comfy on it.  He's got my number and I'll make sure he has a partner to ride with as much as possible to help him shake his hesitations. he's already got the MSF under his belt..

Barry shoot me a picture of your ride Ill host it for you on my server, so shine that girl up (2002 naked GS) and email me the pictures

[GeeP]

Cool!  Welcome to 'twins Barry.   

I've noticed a couple of GS's in the wild and managed to talk with a couple of GS riders.  Neither was aware of the board, nor did they show up here and post.  Once, I saw a GS mid-corner in the twisties and almost hit a mailbox because I was trying to determine if it was a '98 or just repainted.   

[pbureau69]

Need to get Avery Design pro 5 (free at http:\\avery.com)
and make a card Like I have :



and print on cardboard paper and have a few in your wallet....

I ran out the other day why Barry did not get one. I normally have 2-3....

cheers

[barry]

That brings up a good question. Would you experienced guys rather ride alone than with a new guy that slows you down?

Thanks for the offer Patrick, I'll send you those pics. The way you put it,  "so shine that girl up (2002 naked GS)" , makes it sound much more appealing than just cleaning a motorcycle. Should I wear protection? Should I take her out to dinner first? She does moan oh so nice when I get her fired up.

[pbureau69]

That brings up a good question. Would you experienced guys rather ride alone than with a new guy that slows you down?

Thanks for the offer Patrick, I'll send you those pics. The way you put it,  "so shine that girl up (2002 naked GS)" , makes it sound much more appealing than just cleaning a motorcycle. Should I wear protection? Should I take her out to dinner first? She does moan oh so nice when I get her fired up.

I ride plenty with better riders than I (sunday morning twisties) , I do not mind riding with less experienced riders,  I know that (like on Hwy 78) if I am behind a less experienced rider, I can deal with traffic ehind us, and the rider can relax knowing I will not tailgate and create a buffer behind him and get used to how the ride feels.... traffic can be a huge hurdle when you are getting "used" to the ride (especially when like barry you only ride on weekends).

its not just a ride, its a suzuki man learn to trust and love the girl and you'll nickname her soon enough.....

As for the rest of that TMI, I think you have enough issues with your wife being jealous, if you start making a "sleep spot" in the garage next to your bike you will be in worst problems than you are now ...lol

[The Buddha]

Patrick Bureau - You start a private eye firm, make it PBI, Patrick Bureau Investigation.
Then you can Print up T shirts that have P looking like F cos the thing wore out a little and act all FBI like.
Cool.
Srinath.

[Dan02GS]

This is a great post, cool too read because I think we can all relate to feeling like we are the only ones out there. I would totally be stoked if another GS'r rode with me, whether he/she was experienced or not. Just like the forum people can ask questions, hang out and see what issues are pertaining to our bikes. It is good to have friends who can help you with advise from riding to maintenance. Cheers guys

[barry]

This is a great post, cool too read because I think we can all relate to feeling like we are the only ones out there. I would totally be stoked if another GS'r rode with me, whether he/she was experienced or not. Just like the forum people can ask questions, hang out and see what issues are pertaining to our bikes. It is good to have friends who can help you with advise from riding to maintenance. Cheers guys

And when you meet that guy, he turns out to be a very helplful, friendly and knowlegable guy that wants to show what it means to be a proficient motorcylist.

Patrick has the heart of a teacher. May he chase you all one day into a parking lot. But if you don't need teaching, he's a good guy to bs with as well.

Barry

[pbureau69]

You keep telling them I am a great guy I am going to make you do the MSF  "the box" with your gs500 until your able to do it without touching lines

[barry]

You keep telling them I am a great guy I am going to make you do the MSF  "the box" with your gs500 until your able to do it without touching lines

I nailed that test every time but had trouble with the emergency stop. Would prefer it was the other way around.  I was anticipating the stop and started braking too soon but finally got it....barely. MSF teaches to use 4 fingers to hand brake and I was paranoid about grabbing too much brake so I wound up giving the foot brake too much and locking the reer wheel.

Barry