SITE NEWS: Motorcycle-Journal.com

[Louis]

There you have it folks, Suzuki-bikes.com has evolved into the Motorcycle-Journal.com.

Fully multi-brand, a single forum.

In the next few weeks, you'll see more changes on the forum to accomodate those new exciting changes.

[Uncle Bob]

Tell us more Louis.

[Louis]

Motorcycle-Journal.com is THE website for "metric" motorcycles.

Suzuki-Bikes.com, Honda-Motorcycles.org and Yamaha-Motorcycles.org forums have merged into a single new entity, Motorcycle-Journal.com

The main site of Motorcycle-Journal.com features articles and the main pages of each sub-site list the current offerings from each manufacturer. All the forums for these sub-sites are in one location.

In the weeks to come, more changes will appear as this new, exciting community grows. Motorcycle-Journal will be the home for all metric bike brands: Suzuki, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Ducati, Aprilia, MV Agusta, just to name a few.

Motorcycle-Journal.com will be THE website for all your motorcycling needs!

[hammersfan]

I hope we won't lose any of the forum divisions such as M50, C50 , Cruisers etc.

[Bowtie18]

Originally Posted by hammersfan

I hope we won't lose any of the forum divisions such as M50, C50 , Cruisers etc.

I'm really looking forward to having a good Yamaha forum, sounds like a great plan. But I too would hate to lose the forums we have now. Although I have a Road Star now, I feel I can still contribute on this side too! I'm sure it's going to be a great set up!!

[Uncle Bob]

We're adding not removing forums.

[MagnumForce]

Awesome!!! I was going to look for another forum to discuss Honda issues, but this is much better. One stop shopping and I still get to hang around some really cool people.

[Zuki Dude]

Okay, this is a good thing ... nice job guys!

[Atlas68]

Good move guys! Gives us a chance to widen out a bit with regard to bike knowledge. Should get a whole new flavour of personalities too. Let the pis$ing contest begin.

Looking forward to new and improved graphics/ skins ... wishful thinking ?? The new banner w/ bikes gets

[Danr]

Originally Posted by Atlas68

Good move guys! Gives us a chance to widen out a bit with regard to bike knowledge. Should get a whole new flavour of personalities too. Let the pis$ing contest begin.

Looking forward to new and improved graphics/ skins ... wishful thinking ?? The new banner w/ bikes gets

Some call it Brand Bashing, I hope it doesnt evolve into that. Moderators be on guard !

[old-n-slow]

Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!

[Atlas68]

Originally Posted by Danr

Some call it Brand Bashing, I hope it doesnt evolve into that. Moderators be on guard !

I don't think we'll have to worry. In SBF we had friendly banter between sportbikes and cruzers, C50/ M50 and harleys. Man we've even seen threads debate on the 3 different colours in the M50 section; which colours fastest, sexiest, most persuasive to the female eye etc,. I would hope within MJ it would all be tongue and cheek, all in good fun.

[MagnumForce]

I agree with Atlas68. Most have been friendly banter. Heck, I think I may have participated in a few. I have also been known to have internal conflicts, being both a cruiser and sportbike rider AND different brands too. Nevertheless, I believe the admins and moderators will continue to hold high standards for the conduct of the forum members.

Speaking of which, I wonder if we'll be getting more moderators from the other forums...

[Danr]

Originally Posted by Atlas68

I don't think we'll have to worry. In SBF we had friendly banter between sportbikes and cruzers, C50/ M50 and harleys. Man we've even seen threads debate on the 3 different colours in the M50 section; which colours fastest, sexiest, most persuasive to the female eye etc,. I would hope within MJ it would all be tongue and cheek, all in good fun.

AGREE

[Atlas68]

Did a little exploring of the new Metric designation list at the header of our forum. I really like having all the particulars at my fingertips. Not sure what to make of the Webmasters Forums ?? Recognize the format but the info looks greek to me. Guess I'll have to broaden my horizons...

[IntruderCruiser]

if we get into a pi$$ing match, I will be all for kicking those who pi$$ off the board --- Its Not What You Ride, Its That You Ride.

There are different bikes for different styles and attitudes -- some require more maintenance -- some less --
I enjoy learning about other bikes and their problems/solutions -- I regulary frequent the Honda ST forum and Kawasaki Concours forum -- they have great information on different farkles for bikes, camping and just general riding info.

they are friendly folks

[sundude]

It will be nice to view the forums for the other makes. I love my M50 but it's always nice to be able to hear about the plusses and minuses of other brands.

Good job, I'm looking forward to the adventure!

[inspiron]

On one hand, I think it is a good idea, as about 90% of the stuff that is written here is universal - it doesn't matter if you ride a Suzuki, Honda or BMW. There is loads of information about riding technique, safety, etc.

On the other hand, I'm a bit worried that a larger community will also attract more trolls, and could have a negative effect on the "atmosphere" here in the forum. Some of the old-timers will certainly remember some of the members who, in the past, caused lots of headaches and contributed little.

Only time will tell...

[JohnScott]

Trolls are definitely a problem with larger communities, but so far I think the moderator and admin teams have dealt with those issues very professionally. I think we all just have to remember, don't feed the troll.

[Mavman]

This will be great!.....to not only get to keep appraised/updated/and share any information for my bike-the M50.....but other makes/models? Yes I think this is wonderful news!!

THANKS John Scott and everyone that's helping make this happen.....I for one among many am looking forward to this.