I sold my soul...

culcune · 12-19-2017, 07:53 PM

Seems like I will be moving to So. California in the next few weeks! Limited options for bikes, but I am hoping my wife and kids staying in Yuma for several months will allow me to purchase a Hawk, and hopefully a Brozz, register them, and 'import' them in several months. Other than that, it's CSC, SSR XF250, and/or Lifan KP200 for me. I will cry myself riding one of those to the bank...

BlackBike · 12-19-2017, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by culcune

Seems like I will be moving to So. California in the next few weeks! Limited options for bikes, but I am hoping my wife and kids staying in Yuma for several months will allow me to purchase a Hawk, and hopefully a Brozz, register them, and 'import' them in several months. Other than that, it's CSC, SSR XF250, and/or Lifan KP200 for me. I will cry myself riding one of those to the bank...

Com on man, you gotta have transportation?? Get an 2018 rx3 around $4200 or so, and put it on installments, you will have it paid for in no time. Perfect for the road system in so cal with mandentory storage for those laptops and papers and such.
I can't think of a more economical mode of transportation for a hard working person to have.

Get a nice new mesh riding jacket for those hot streets too. HELL, I think I'm more excited about the job and bike prospects than you, sign me up

wheelbender6 · 12-19-2017, 10:32 PM

"Seems like I will be moving to So. California"

kOOL! I lived in the OC for about five years back in the eighties.
I can see why you are wanting a Hawk. Its a bit expensive to live in SoCal.
You can lane split in the Golden State too.

Emerikol · 12-20-2017, 01:11 PM

Congrats! That means the new job worked out. As a Hawk owner, I can tell you that they're great bikes to have and all, but I find myself on something of a CSC kick lately. I don't know if it's because I moved out here and now I'm closer to the company, or if it's because I've been watching with nothing short of amazement at the way that company has been growing, and still has been able to hold onto their legendary customer service. In any event, happy to hear that you have a new bike in your future, and congrats again on landing the new job.

Azhule · 12-20-2017, 01:42 PM

Sold your soul and all you got was to 'filter/lane split' legally

culcune · 12-20-2017, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by wheelbender6

kOOL! I lived in the OC for about five years back in the eighties.
I can see why you are wanting a Hawk. Its a bit expensive to live in SoCal.
You can lane split in the Golden State too.

I was a little too young, but the 80's were the prime years to live in OC!

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Originally Posted by Emerikol

I find myself on something of a CSC kick lately. In any event, happy to hear that you have a new bike in your future, and congrats again on landing the new job.

Thank you! I will probably take a serious look at the RX3 but I will also look into the Lifan KP200 (couldn't hurt to have TWO cool Chinabikes in the fold. As far as a third (fantasizing/stretching it here), the Lifan X-Pect 200 when it becomes available. I like how that bike will come from the factory, like its hearty GY-5 200 that numerous members owned here several years ago. If it does not get the CARB nod, I will look into the TT250.

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Originally Posted by Azhule

Sold your soul and all you got was to 'filter/lane split' legally

I guess even a Chinabike can take advantage of that during the heaviest of traffic!!

wheelbender6 · 12-20-2017, 09:46 PM

After a few days in SoCal, I don't think you will miss that Yuma humidity very much.
-When I lived in the Phoenix area, I was shocked at the amount of humidity in Yuma. I couldn't wait to get home to Phoenix to cool off.
-When working outside in Yuma during the summer, we would pour table salt into our hand and lick it to attempt to stay hydrated.
Good ole days.

12-19-2017, 07:53 PM	#1
culcune Join Date: May 2006 Location: Yuma, Arizona Posts: 9,035	I sold my soul... Seems like I will be moving to So. California in the next few weeks! Limited options for bikes, but I am hoping my wife and kids staying in Yuma for several months will allow me to purchase a Hawk, and hopefully a Brozz, register them, and 'import' them in several months. Other than that, it's CSC, SSR XF250, and/or Lifan KP200 for me. I will cry myself riding one of those to the bank... __________________ "They say that life's a carousel, spinning fast you got to ride it well..." TGB Delivery Scooter 150 TMEC 200 Enduro--carcass is sadly rotting in the backyard
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12-19-2017, 10:32 PM	#3
wheelbender6 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Houston area Posts: 1,902	"Seems like I will be moving to So. California" kOOL! I lived in the OC for about five years back in the eighties. I can see why you are wanting a Hawk. Its a bit expensive to live in SoCal. You can lane split in the Golden State too. __________________ "Its not WHAT you ride; its THAT you ride" Last edited by wheelbender6; 12-19-2017 at 10:40 PM. Reason: Posted before I finished typing my message
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12-20-2017, 01:11 PM	#4
Emerikol Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Carrollton, GA Posts: 1,465	Congrats! That means the new job worked out. As a Hawk owner, I can tell you that they're great bikes to have and all, but I find myself on something of a CSC kick lately. I don't know if it's because I moved out here and now I'm closer to the company, or if it's because I've been watching with nothing short of amazement at the way that company has been growing, and still has been able to hold onto their legendary customer service. In any event, happy to hear that you have a new bike in your future, and congrats again on landing the new job. __________________ First Rule of Aviation: -Never Pass Up The Opportunity to Pee I was struggling to get my wife's attention; I sat down on the couch and looked comfortable. That did the trick! My wife says I only have two faults. I don't listen and something else... If at first you don't succeed, try doing it the way I told you to... The Stable: 2005 Yamaha V-Star 650 - SOLD 2015 Suzuki DR 650 2015 RPS Hawk 250 - SOLD 2016 Ural Gear Up
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12-20-2017, 01:42 PM	#5
Azhule Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CO Posts: 1,525	Sold your soul and all you got was to 'filter/lane split' legally __________________ "Think as you like... but this self proclaimed Professor is always right" - Buckshot "You never know what someone is hiding beneath their smile..." - NinjaTom - R.I.P.
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12-20-2017, 09:46 PM	#7
wheelbender6 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Houston area Posts: 1,902	After a few days in SoCal, I don't think you will miss that Yuma humidity very much. -When I lived in the Phoenix area, I was shocked at the amount of humidity in Yuma. I couldn't wait to get home to Phoenix to cool off. -When working outside in Yuma during the summer, we would pour table salt into our hand and lick it to attempt to stay hydrated. Good ole days. __________________ "Its not WHAT you ride; its THAT you ride" Last edited by wheelbender6; 12-20-2017 at 09:47 PM. Reason: spelen
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