The Pace Podcast » VFR1200F http://thepacepodcast.com Stoking the fires of motorcycle awesomeness! Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:40:23 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 2009 - 2011 admins@thepacepodcast.com (The Pace Podcast) admins@thepacepodcast.com (The Pace Podcast) Motorcycles 1440 http://thepacepodcast.com/images/ThePaceP_144.jpg The Pace Podcast http://thepacepodcast.com 144 144 It's about the ride... We talk motorcycles, riding, touring, tech, maintenance and everything else you can think of. motorcycle, motorcycles, bikes, riding, touring, sport, bikes, sport-touring The Pace Podcast The Pace Podcast admins@thepacepodcast.com no no Episode 92: Slow down, be careful, blah blah blah http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/1559 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/1559#comments Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:02:27 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=1559

Lots of news from Milan, a little from Pennsylvania and a whole heapin’ healpin’ of e-mail.

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/1559/feed 0 1:26:43 Lots of news from Milan, a little from Pennsylvania and a whole heapin’ healpin’ of e-mail. Links PA outlaws texting while driving Shoei replaces the Multitec with the Neotec CRP debuts an electric street bike prototype Kawasaki Vers[...] Lots of news from Milan, a little from Pennsylvania and a whole heapin’ healpin’ of e-mail. Links PA outlaws texting while driving Shoei replaces the Multitec with the Neotec CRP debuts an electric street bike prototype Kawasaki Versys 1000 Honda NC700S and NC700X Honda updates the VFR1200F BMW’s Maxi-Scoots Bilt Demon Modular Helmet Opening music by KunK Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 53: Daylight Target Acquired http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/880 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/880#comments Sun, 14 Nov 2010 10:00:27 +0000 Chris Hornberger http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=880 Episode 53 – November 14, 2010

What happens when you’ve got 6 people in a mini van, a rider behind them and 10 miles of road on which to drive and ponder? Well, obviously, you discuss how best to take the rider out using a paintball gun. Poor James.

If you’re reading our show ‘blog, you’ve no doubt seen some of Denise Dickenson’s ride reports. This week we invite Denise on the show to discuss her impressions after riding the VFR1200, and Denise’s history in riding in general. 180,000 miles on her FZ1. Let that sink in.

After our discussions, we run through a few news items, including a big tire comparison article in Motorcycle USA, a Ninja 1000 review including pricing and some technical information, and the Tiger 800 gets priced (in Europe). If the pricing goes as expected, this will be a VERY competitively-priced product.

Aerostich say Thank You to the vets with a 10% discount for active service members, and our “Genius or Madness” pick of the week falls a little on the “huh…?” side of things; The StreetRyder passenger grab handle. Just click and see.

Inforoonies and linkydinks.

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/880/feed 1 1:29:03 Episode 53 – November 14, 2010 What happens when you’ve got 6 people in a mini van, a rider behind them and 10 miles of road on which to drive and ponder? Well, obviously, you discuss how best to take the rider out using a paintball gun. Poo[...] Episode 53 – November 14, 2010 What happens when you’ve got 6 people in a mini van, a rider behind them and 10 miles of road on which to drive and ponder? Well, obviously, you discuss how best to take the rider out using a paintball gun. Poor James. If you’re reading our show ‘blog, you’ve no doubt seen some of Denise Dickenson’s ride reports. This week we invite Denise on the show to discuss her impressions after riding the VFR1200, and Denise’s history in riding in general. 180,000 miles on her FZ1. Let that sink in. After our discussions, we run through a few news items, including a big tire comparison article in Motorcycle USA, a Ninja 1000 review including pricing and some technical information, and the Tiger 800 gets priced (in Europe). If the pricing goes as expected, this will be a VERY competitively-priced product. Aerostich say Thank You to the vets with a 10% discount for active service members, and our “Genius or Madness” pick of the week falls a little on the “huh…?” side of things; The StreetRyder passenger grab handle. Just click and see. Inforoonies and linkydinks. The custom white VFR 1200 mentioned by Denise http://www.sporttouring.us/showthread.php/8140-Hello-MSTA?p=23739#post23739 Street tire comparison discussion http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/545/8285/Motorcycle-Article/2010-Street-Motorcycle-Tire-Comparison.aspx Ninja 1000 review I only mention this because the bike is getting a lot of press. http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/157/8300/Motorcycle-Article/2011-Kawasaki-Ninja-1000-First-Ride.aspx Aerostich offering 10% discount to active service riders. As an expression of thanks to riders who serve our country, Aerostich/RiderWearHouse is pleased to announce a 10% Active Military Service Discount now available on all Aerostich branded RiderWearHouse catalog items, including Roadcrafter and Darien riding apparel. The Tiger 800s get prices in Europe Tiger €8,990 Tiger XC €9,990 BMW G800GS €10,200/$11,455 2010 Street Triple R €8,990/$9,599 2010 Thruxton SE €9,990/$9,349 Do we wanna talk about WTF products? http://www.streetryder.com/ Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 44: Swarf http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/615 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/615#comments Mon, 13 Sep 2010 03:21:23 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=615

That’s right, swarf. You say you don’t know what swarf is? That’s OK, neither did we until we read about the recall on Honda’s VFR1200F. We’re also talking about PBR which apparently has nothing to do with bad American beer. It has everything to do with Kawasaki’s brand new ZX-10R. Speaking of Kawasaki, they’re looking for consumer input on the tiniest Ninja. We also talk about a good deal on an Italian bike (how often does that happen?), good brakes on a silly bike and some new-fangled, hi-tec armor.

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/615/feed 4 1:08:24 That’s right, swarf. You say you don’t know what swarf is? That’s OK, neither did we until we read about the recall on Honda’s VFR1200F. We’re also talking about PBR which apparently has nothing to do with bad America[...] That’s right, swarf. You say you don’t know what swarf is? That’s OK, neither did we until we read about the recall on Honda’s VFR1200F. We’re also talking about PBR which apparently has nothing to do with bad American beer. It has everything to do with Kawasaki’s brand new ZX-10R. Speaking of Kawasaki, they’re looking for consumer input on the tiniest Ninja. We also talk about a good deal on an Italian bike (how often does that happen?), good brakes on a silly bike and some new-fangled, hi-tec armor. Linkaroni and Cheese PBR The first team to select the 2011 ZX10R VFR1200 Recall in the UK Kawasaki Ninja 250R Web Survey (This link may not work, let me know) MG Offers an Incentive on the Stelvio Honda Fury now offered with ABS D3O Opening music by KunK Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 35: Zing! http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/433 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/433#comments Tue, 06 Jul 2010 03:21:25 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=433

This week Chris and I talk about the VFR1200F’s new (over priced) high-tech (over priced) dual clutch (over priced) transmission (it costs a lot). We also cover Ducati’s rumored run at Mr. Max’s power cruiser crown, the Sprint ST’s continued existence and Kawasaki’s newest Ninja.

We’ll give you a peak at a gizmo that will keep your iPhone out of harm’s way as long as you have one of those ancient 3G or 3GS models and we’ll talk about a CEO that actually rides what he builds. Then there’s a very large gathering of R1 and R6 riders at The Tail of the Dragon including one very well equipped Mr. Chuck Graves. Yep, that Chuck Graves. Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots and many other get their festival Mojo working in Sturgis. We wrap it all up with the shocking revelation that California does not feel the love for loud aftermarket pipes.

Links

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/433/feed 0 1:25:24 This week Chris and I talk about the VFR1200F’s new (over priced) high-tech (over priced) dual clutch (over priced) transmission (it costs a lot). We also cover Ducati’s rumored run at Mr. Max’s power cruiser crown, the Sprint ST[...] This week Chris and I talk about the VFR1200F’s new (over priced) high-tech (over priced) dual clutch (over priced) transmission (it costs a lot). We also cover Ducati’s rumored run at Mr. Max’s power cruiser crown, the Sprint ST’s continued existence and Kawasaki’s newest Ninja. We’ll give you a peak at a gizmo that will keep your iPhone out of harm’s way as long as you have one of those ancient 3G or 3GS models and we’ll talk about a CEO that actually rides what he builds. Then there’s a very large gathering of R1 and R6 riders at The Tail of the Dragon including one very well equipped Mr. Chuck Graves. Yep, that Chuck Graves. Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots and many other get their festival Mojo working in Sturgis. We wrap it all up with the shocking revelation that California does not feel the love for loud aftermarket pipes. Links Bikes The VFR’s DCT Ducati’s potential power cruiser 2011 Triumph Sprint ST Kawasaki Ninja 400R Gear Magellan ToughCase Other Really Interesting Stuff BMW’s CEO Rides Morocco Yamaha’s invade the Dragon The Rock N Rev Festival in Sturgis California votes on epa-stickered exhaust systems Music KunK The Five Jacks Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 24: Shift Leather http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/290 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/290#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:31:47 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=290 Episode 24

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/290/feed 0 1:29:25 Episode 24 News and Opinion Gov. Schwarzenegger endorses Zero Motorcycles Norton delivers first bike from Donington Park New MV Agusta F4 for 2010 MCN reviews Suzuki’s GSX1250F Rider Magazine reviews Honda’s VFR1200F Arizona may lega[...] Episode 24 News and Opinion Gov. Schwarzenegger endorses Zero Motorcycles Norton delivers first bike from Donington Park New MV Agusta F4 for 2010 MCN reviews Suzuki’s GSX1250F Rider Magazine reviews Honda’s VFR1200F Arizona may legalize lane splitting Rider covers modular helmets in the May 2010 issue Review Cruiserworks Boots Music provided by Music Alley Opening music: ‘No Way’ by KunK Additional music: ‘Countach’, ‘Crampbone’, ‘We Goin Now’ and ‘Monkeyshine Pantsuit’ by The Cassettes Podcast, Reviews The Pace Podcast no no Episode 7: Happy Holidays! http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/123 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/123#comments Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:34:54 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=123 Episode 7 for December 6, 2009

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]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/123/feed 1 1:14:10 Episode 7 for December 6, 2009 News The new VFR gets a price Holiday Gift Guide Under $25 Light Weight Ski Socks Tilley’s travel socks C9 Technical Clothing Kickstand Foot Accugage w/ Hose Small Dry Bag Aerostich LP Bag REI Flash 1[...] Episode 7 for December 6, 2009 News The new VFR gets a price Holiday Gift Guide Under $25 Light Weight Ski Socks Tilley’s travel socks C9 Technical Clothing Kickstand Foot Accugage w/ Hose Small Dry Bag Aerostich LP Bag REI Flash 18 JVC Air Cushion earphones Skull Candy Ink’d earphones Kobalt 13-in-1 Multi Bit Ratchet Screwdriver $25 to $100 Slime Compressor CamelBak Classic Quickstand Portable iPod Speakers and Charger Tourmaster deerskin gloves Craftsman 1/4″ ratchet/socket set Leatherman Micra or Squirt The sky’s the limit Timbuk2 Bag in a Box Motorcycle Lift Air compressor and air ratchet Cycle Hill tire changer Heated gear Scorpion Snowmobile Helmet Manfrotto Carbon Tripod Music provided by Music Alley Opening music: ‘No Way’ by KunK Additional music because nothing says “Christmas” like hair metal ‘Santa Claus is Coming to Town‘ by Dokken (Caution: Music plays automatically when the page loads) ‘Jingle Bell Rock‘ by Nelson ‘Jingle Bells‘ by Skid Row Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 2 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/72 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/72#comments Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:46:24 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=72 Episode 2 for the week of November 1, 2009

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  • News and Opinions
  • What is “sport-touring”?
    • Is Sport-touring a mindset?
    • Is it just going fast while touring?
    • Is it sticking to back roads and just avoiding interstates?
    • Is there really such a thing as a “sport-touring” bike?
  • gear selection for the cold/wet
    • Is waterproof mutli-season gear just a myth?
    • Opinions on zip-in liners…
    • Current gear selections?
  • Follow up to last week’s discussion
  • Mods and Rides
    • Turning a motorcycle
    • Countersteering – why is this such a hotly debated topic?
    • General Winter riding tips
  • Links
  • Contact
    • feedback@thepacepodcast.com
    • thepacepodcast.com
    • thepacepodcast.com/forums (a work in progress)
]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/72/feed 2 1:23:06 Episode 2 for the week of November 1, 2009 News and Opinions What is “sport-touring”? Is Sport-touring a mindset? Is it just going fast while touring? Is it sticking to back roads and just avoiding interstates? Is there really suc[...] Episode 2 for the week of November 1, 2009 News and Opinions What is “sport-touring”? Is Sport-touring a mindset? Is it just going fast while touring? Is it sticking to back roads and just avoiding interstates? Is there really such a thing as a “sport-touring” bike? gear selection for the cold/wet Is waterproof mutli-season gear just a myth? Opinions on zip-in liners… Current gear selections? Follow up to last week’s discussion Removed ride review of the VFR1200R http://cmgonline.com/content/view/1831/254/ More interest in Buell http://www.motorcycledaily.com/23october09_buellrises.htm Mods and Rides Turning a motorcycle Countersteering – why is this such a hotly debated topic? General Winter riding tips Links Lee Parks Total Control Heattech Clothing Contact feedback@thepacepodcast.com thepacepodcast.com thepacepodcast.com/forums (a work in progress) Music provided by Music Alley Opening music: “No Way” by KunK http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=fd8d99d1215e164f0120bd7a04f92282 Remaining music: “Love Is War”, “Yours is a Small Still Voice” and “Seven Hungry Miles” by No Go Know (My Space page) http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=b3cd61185d57573cedb5f4f596a06e3f Podcast The Pace Podcast no no Episode 1 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/55 http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/55#comments Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:28:35 +0000 James Reazor http://thepacepodcast.com/?p=55 Episode 1 Recorded Thursday, October 22
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  • News and Opinion
    • Honda’s approach to the US market
      • Is the future of Honda’s offerings just RR bikes and DN-01 style cross-segment machines?
      • Is dropping half the lineup and focusing on a few models alone good enough?
      • Is their heyday over? Are they destined to always leapfrog the other SS/RR bike makers?
      • $27K for a goldwing…? $12k for the RR, $15K for the DN-01, $16k (est) for the VFR… is Honda becoming the next BMW in terms of pricing and perceived value?
  • Mods and Rides
    • Powerlet install
      • trouble spots
      • physical placement of the connectors
      • FUSE!!!

Music provided by Music Alley: “No Way” by KunK

]]> http://thepacepodcast.com/archives/55/feed 1 1:08:41 Episode 1 Recorded Thursday, October 22 News and Opinion BUELL Gone for good or will HD release a rebranded line of bikes? Will Erik stay with HD and then retire? Will he become involved in privateers? Will he start something new? Will HD relea[...] Episode 1 Recorded Thursday, October 22 News and Opinion BUELL Gone for good or will HD release a rebranded line of bikes? Will Erik stay with HD and then retire? Will he become involved in privateers? Will he start something new? Will HD release the Buell name and licenses/patents? http://www.autoblog.com/2009/10/20/buell-will-be-back-county-officials-throwing-axed-hd-brand-a-li/ VFR1200F Next big thing? Is it too little too late? Will the expected price point be too high? Opinions on sales and marketplace reception once it’s “real” in dealerships? Review temporarily removed – http://cmgonline.com/content/view/1836/254/ http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news-new-bikes/honda-vfr1200f-launch-first-riding-impressions/8565.html Honda’s approach to the US market Is the future of Honda’s offerings just RR bikes and DN-01 style cross-segment machines? Is dropping half the lineup and focusing on a few models alone good enough? Is their heyday over? Are they destined to always leapfrog the other SS/RR bike makers? $27K for a goldwing…? $12k for the RR, $15K for the DN-01, $16k (est) for the VFR… is Honda becoming the next BMW in terms of pricing and perceived value? Mods and Rides Powerlet install trouble spots physical placement of the connectors FUSE!!! Music provided by Music Alley: “No Way” by KunK Podcast The Pace Podcast no no