Questions for guys in SF Bay Area

Looks like work is going to send me to SF at the end of this month. I'm sure that a few of you inhabit that area, so I would like to ask you a few questions if I may:

- I need parts for my 650 project, so I would like to drop into a motorcycle salvage yard looking for stuff like rearsets, etc. Is there somewhere nearby you can suggest? I can buy stuff off from ebay and bring it home with me (save that killer cost shipping to Canada!) but if there is sonewhere I can actually have a look-see I would like that.

- One of my traveling companions and I are planning to stay a couple of extra days, rent a couple of motorcycles, and see some countryside. I have googled for rentals in SF, but the places I found mostly rent Harleys. I can ride one if I have to, but I prefer a cooler ride Any ideas?

- Anybody want to play tour guide and show us the good places to ride?

Thanks.

Post edited by: DrWhizBang, at: 2007/11/02 12:05

For rentals, here's a few options that have non-HD bikes:

This one in Mountain View gives you the choice of HD or Goldwing. :S

www.streeteagle.com/Locations/California...rey.aspx#RentalFleet



This location in Monterey has Triumphs and Yamahas, and is closer to some good riding routes:

www.streeteagle.com/Locations/California...rey.aspx#RentalFleet

And finally, these guys have a lot more non-HD options to choose from:

www.eaglerider.com/

That last one sure had some sweet rides! Sure like the Beemers:P

I've lived in the city for 2.5 years, and just last week got to bring my bike home. I'd be happy to ride with you when you visit. Sorry I don't have another bike you can ride, but a nice trip across the Golden Gate Bridge, and up to a spot for a great picture would be in the plan.

Let me know your plan, type of riding you want to do, and I'll make the time. I'm not going anywhere for Thanksgiving.

Check out this site:
bayarearidersforum.com/forums/

Just pray for no rain.

Post edited by: CoreyClough, at: 2007/11/02 23:03

Thanks for the offer Corey, I'd love to ride with you. I'll PM you when I have more details.

The BMWs are the only thing close to "sporty" that Eagle Rider offers, and they are twice the price of a Sportster :ohmy:

Cool. Maybe we can get apeman to join in. I haven't met him, and he's in Berkley, not too far from the city. Whadda ya say Ralph?

In the meantime, check out this site for what it looks like here around the city. It's live camera.
www.sfgate.com/liveviews/


With weather like this outside now, what the hell am I doing inside on the computer?

Post edited by: CoreyClough, at: 2007/11/03 12:28

Found this place on craigslist:
sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/471118193.html

It's OK if you don't have Kawasaki. I won't hate! :laugh:

The Beemers look like nice bikes, but the price (with insurance over $400) lowers the WAF (i.e. wife acceptance factor). We're thinking that at $210 for 3 days, Sportsters from Eagle Rider will be the ticket. They're not Kaws, but they've got two wheels

Also, riding a big, heavy, underpowered bike might keep me from doing things I would later regret :evil:

So, do you have your schedule yet? Maybe post something on B.A.R.F. and let them know you're coming to town. I bet there would be a good group that would get together and ride.

Don't know my schedule yet, but let me know yours, and I'll make a request fot a day off. Any excuse to get my GPz550 out on the roads is a good day to request off.

You guys are so nice. Just remember to visit the Castro district:P Err, I mean stay away from it :whistle:

You guys are so nice. Just remember to visit the Castro district Err, I mean stay away from it

That's the second time you've mentioned that area. Is there something you want to share with the rest of us here Rick? :blink: :lol:

There's a big cargo ship in the bay that's leaking oil. Maybe it will still be here by then. :S

Post edited by: CoreyClough, at: 2007/11/10 09:08

Hey guys, count me in, if it is after Thanksgiving week. (Family vacation.)

Corey, I have been tied up with too much work, so I haven't had time to do much recreational riding. I just finished a couple of trials, and now I am trying to catch up with my other work. Let's make a point of getting together before the holidays for a ride.

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