Two things I'm fed up with. - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

D_Klein · 07-31-2006, 11:37 AM

1) "DO A WHEELIE!!!"

Lately, about twice a week I pass by someone on foot who holds their hands above their head and does an "air throttle," while mouthing "do a wheelie!" First of all, I'm decelerating for a turn, you meathead. Second, what's in it for me besides a towtruck ride or worse? I'm not a clown; I am not here for your amusement. On the other hand, at least half of all Gixxer riders would probably do a wheelie.

2) "Real" bikes

This weekend at work, a young waitress began talking to an older biker, asking when he was going to give her a ride and all that stuff (he rode in on a cruiser), even though it was just a flirtacious tactic to get a bigger tip. Later that evening, I mentioned something to her about going for a ride on mine, and because she didn't know at the time that I ride, she asked what kind of bike I had. When I told her, she said "oh... not a REAL bike?" Half-joking, I told her that we couldn't be friends anymore. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to come up with a snappy comeback to this one as of yet. Nonetheless, it's one of the few things that actually gets under my skin.

**inspiron** · 07-31-2006, 01:00 PM

I would probably respond with something like ...

If you don't think that 160 horsepower, and 0 to 60 in less than 4 seconds is a "real" bike, then I don't need your sorry *** sitting on it.

DrBob · 07-31-2006, 01:07 PM

Just tell her you Do have a real bike. A REAL FAST one!

maddog20/20 · 07-31-2006, 01:10 PM

^^^^ With comments like that you come across threatened. Why do sport bike riders feel that they need to defend their desire for sport riding? If you bought your bike for your own enjoyment, who cares what anyone else thinks? You can't/shouldn't force someone to like something just because you like it. When you receive negative comments about something, in this case your bike, consider the source and move on. It's not worth your time and energy. Just my two cents.

D_Klein · 07-31-2006, 01:13 PM

I'm sure she said it in jest. It would just be fun to have a good zinger in return. Anyone who says something like that and actually means it is clearly too dull to argue with.

GABRIEL · 07-31-2006, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by D_Klein

1) "DO A WHEELIE!!!"

Lately, about twice a week I pass by someone on foot who holds their hands above their head and does an "air throttle," while mouthing "do a wheelie!" First of all, I'm decelerating for a turn, you meathead. Second, what's in it for me besides a towtruck ride or worse? I'm not a clown; I am not here for your amusement. On the other hand, at least half of all Gixxer riders would probably do a wheelie.

2) "Real" bikes

This weekend at work, a young waitress began talking to an older biker, asking when he was going to give her a ride and all that stuff (he rode in on a cruiser), even though it was just a flirtacious tactic to get a bigger tip. Later that evening, I mentioned something to her about going for a ride on mine, and because she didn't know at the time that I ride, she asked what kind of bike I had. When I told her, she said "oh... not a REAL bike?" Half-joking, I told her that we couldn't be friends anymore. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to come up with a snappy comeback to this one as of yet. Nonetheless, it's one of the few things that actually gets under my skin.

Is it that serious? When I was a kid I could remember wanting to see ppl on motorcycle doing wheelies because it was something exciting, it was a stunt. Even most of my friends who have never ridden ask me to do wheelies, its not something to get annoyed about, you should just understand that why do not know what you know regarding proper safety of a motorcycle. Remember everyone in the world wasnt born in a shoei helmet with full gear and David L Houghs Proficient Motorcycling in there lap. Its going to happen until the day you die and its something that will continue to happen because ppl love exciting things.

92Notch · 07-31-2006, 01:20 PM

When faced with a difficult situation you should always ask yourself "What would Jesus do?" … Jesus, no doubt, would pop a wheelie, he would wreck and die, it’s all good though, he’d be back doing it again in three days so it kinda worked out for him … but I think you see where I’m going with this.

D_Klein · 07-31-2006, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GABRIEL

Is it that serious? When I was a kid I could remember wanting to see ppl on motorcycle doing wheelies because it was something exciting, it was a stunt.

Nothing wrong with that... I'm talking about grown adults though!

**Clint** · 07-31-2006, 01:32 PM

I had a young guy in a truckful of young guys indicate that he'd like to high-five me on the interstate last month. I politely declined.

leenmachine · 07-31-2006, 01:32 PM

So when you gonna get a real bike?

HAMMERPETE · 07-31-2006, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D_Klein

1) "DO A WHEELIE!!!"

Lately, about twice a week I pass by someone on foot who holds their hands above their head and does an "air throttle," while mouthing "do a wheelie!" First of all, I'm decelerating for a turn, you meathead. Second, what's in it for me besides a towtruck ride or worse? I'm not a clown; I am not here for your amusement. On the other hand, at least half of all Gixxer riders would probably do a wheelie.

2) "Real" bikes

This weekend at work, a young waitress began talking to an older biker, asking when he was going to give her a ride and all that stuff (he rode in on a cruiser), even though it was just a flirtacious tactic to get a bigger tip. Later that evening, I mentioned something to her about going for a ride on mine, and because she didn't know at the time that I ride, she asked what kind of bike I had. When I told her, she said "oh... not a REAL bike?" Half-joking, I told her that we couldn't be friends anymore. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to come up with a snappy comeback to this one as of yet. Nonetheless, it's one of the few things that actually gets under my skin.

1. people love to taunt remember..just rolling by really kills there day.

2. Real bike huh? Obviously she is one of those vanity bizitches...she's end of flying off at anything above 75 mph. yeah she needs to stick with the fat guys and the slow bikes.

Apertureguy · 07-31-2006, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by D_Klein

I'm sure she said it in jest. It would just be fun to have a good zinger in return. Anyone who says something like that and actually means it is clearly too dull to argue with.

..and maybe it's just the evil spirit in me, but I would have probably had a few replies as I seem to excel in this area.

For Example:
Oh, I see you've only had experience with cruisers...I'm so sorry to let you down, but if I were to take you for a ride you would most likely wet yourself.

Or

...A Real Bike? Oh wait a minute...for a second there I thought there was a chance you knew what you were talking about. (laughing) And now we all know that you don't.

If given more time & if I had a Sport Bike (I'm a cruise rider) I'm sure I could come up with others...but one of these just might do it for you.

Ext1jdh · 07-31-2006, 01:54 PM

Sportys do it fast and get into the tight spots.

Cruisers take their time and you're all tingly afterwards.

**intimid8er** · 07-31-2006, 02:04 PM

D..

The best comeback to the wheelie I saw was last year. Can't remember which member posted it so I can give proper credit. It went something along this line. The member was tired of people in cars sitting next to him at lights doing the same thing, mouth the word wheelie, and make the hand gesture. He would reply by pointing at the car, and make a circular motion with his finger indicating to the driver he'd like to see him perform a doughnut.

dragbar · 07-31-2006, 02:05 PM

Dude,

My answer to the Wheelie thing is to yell or motion with my fingers for them to do a 360 in a mocking tone.

dragbar · 07-31-2006, 02:06 PM

haha we posted that at the same time...do believe you were referencing me.

**intimid8er** · 07-31-2006, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by dragbar

haha we posted that at the same time...do believe you were referencing me.

I believe so!

Couldn't remember who typed it, but I've always remembered it!

**drgibson** · 07-31-2006, 02:24 PM

For the waitress So you only ride "Real Bikes"? If your so into real then why do you have a [insert toy of choice here] in your nightstand.

See now I'm a real Smart @**

GABRIEL · 07-31-2006, 02:31 PM

D Klein you should have responded to the female by saying

"I will get a real bike when you get a real JOB"

Than kick her with these

Ext1jdh · 07-31-2006, 02:37 PM

Yeah! What Gabriel said, or:

"Guess you dont want a tip."
"How those eggs comin? Still waitin for the chicken to lay them, I see."
"I'll have a bit more coffee and a bit less lip."
"Dammit, Mom! You can WALK home for all I care!"

07-31-2006, 11:37 AM	#1 (permalink)
D_Klein 100% Title Free Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: '05 GSX-R750 (Anniversary Edition) Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 1,544	Two things I'm fed up with. 1) "DO A WHEELIE!!!" Lately, about twice a week I pass by someone on foot who holds their hands above their head and does an "air throttle," while mouthing "do a wheelie!" First of all, I'm decelerating for a turn, you meathead. Second, what's in it for me besides a towtruck ride or worse? I'm not a clown; I am not here for your amusement. On the other hand, at least half of all Gixxer riders would probably do a wheelie. 2) "Real" bikes This weekend at work, a young waitress began talking to an older biker, asking when he was going to give her a ride and all that stuff (he rode in on a cruiser), even though it was just a flirtacious tactic to get a bigger tip. Later that evening, I mentioned something to her about going for a ride on mine, and because she didn't know at the time that I ride, she asked what kind of bike I had. When I told her, she said "oh... not a REAL bike?" Half-joking, I told her that we couldn't be friends anymore. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to come up with a snappy comeback to this one as of yet. Nonetheless, it's one of the few things that actually gets under my skin. __________________ "Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson

07-31-2006, 01:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
inspiron Muscle Biker Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: Blue Suzuki GSX 1400 (2003) Location: Canton Basel-Land, Switzerland (47.4493, 7.76536) Posts: 12,073	I would probably respond with something like ... If you don't think that 160 horsepower, and 0 to 60 in less than 4 seconds is a "real" bike, then I don't need your sorry * sitting on it. __________________ There is nothing worse than aggressive stupidity.** - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe blog: gsx1400

07-31-2006, 01:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
DrBob In The Zone Joined: May 2004 Bike: several Location: Decatur, GA Posts: 2,765	Just tell her you Do have a real bike. A REAL FAST one! __________________ Dream like you'll live forever, live like you'll die tomorrow. You MUST obey the pug dog!

07-31-2006, 01:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
D_Klein 100% Title Free Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: '05 GSX-R750 (Anniversary Edition) Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 1,544	I'm sure she said it in jest. It would just be fun to have a good zinger in return. Anyone who says something like that and actually means it is clearly too dull to argue with. __________________ "Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba...." ~Hunter S. Thompson

07-31-2006, 01:20 PM	#7 (permalink)
92Notch Birthday Boy Joined: Aug 2005 Bike: '05½ C50 Limited Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 860	When faced with a difficult situation you should always ask yourself "What would Jesus do?" … Jesus, no doubt, would pop a wheelie, he would wreck and die, it’s all good though, he’d be back doing it again in three days so it kinda worked out for him … but I think you see where I’m going with this. __________________

07-31-2006, 01:10 PM	#4 (permalink)
maddog20/20 In Training Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Roadliner Location: Merced, Ca. Posts: 128	^^^^ With comments like that you come across threatened. Why do sport bike riders feel that they need to defend their desire for sport riding? If you bought your bike for your own enjoyment, who cares what anyone else thinks? You can't/shouldn't force someone to like something just because you like it. When you receive negative comments about something, in this case your bike, consider the source and move on. It's not worth your time and energy. Just my two cents.

07-31-2006, 01:32 PM	#10 (permalink)
leenmachine Fender Buffer Joined: May 2005 Bike: 05 C50 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 422	So when you gonna get a real bike? __________________ "Life is too short to be %%%%ty all the time!"

07-31-2006, 01:54 PM	#13 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	Sportys do it fast and get into the tight spots. Cruisers take their time and you're all tingly afterwards. __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

07-31-2006, 02:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
intimid8er It's A Conspiracy Joined: May 2005 Bike: '06 XB12X Location: 30 41'47.99" N 83 11'26.54" W Hold My Beer Posts: 10,092	D.. The best comeback to the wheelie I saw was last year. Can't remember which member posted it so I can give proper credit. It went something along this line. The member was tired of people in cars sitting next to him at lights doing the same thing, mouth the word wheelie, and make the hand gesture. He would reply by pointing at the car, and make a circular motion with his finger indicating to the driver he'd like to see him perform a doughnut. __________________ Song Pick of the Week 12/03 Booker T and the MG's - Green Onions Bonus for Buster The Airborne Toxic Event - Sometime Around Midnight I had no idea 20% ABV beer could get me drunk so fast!

07-31-2006, 02:05 PM	#15 (permalink)
dragbar Fifth gear streak Joined: May 2005 Bike: M50 Location: SE Missouri Posts: 1,375	Dude, My answer to the Wheelie thing is to yell or motion with my fingers for them to do a 360 in a mocking tone. __________________ I ate Chinese last night..........should of seen her struggle when i put her in the van. Доверя́й, но проверя́й.

07-31-2006, 02:06 PM	#16 (permalink)
dragbar Fifth gear streak Joined: May 2005 Bike: M50 Location: SE Missouri Posts: 1,375	haha we posted that at the same time...do believe you were referencing me. __________________ I ate Chinese last night..........should of seen her struggle when i put her in the van. Доверя́й, но проверя́й.

07-31-2006, 02:24 PM	#18 (permalink)
drgibson Antebellum Mod Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 Location: Dallas, Texas Directly above the center of the earth. Posts: 10,742	For the waitress So you only ride "Real Bikes"? If your so into real then why do you have a [insert toy of choice here] in your nightstand. See now I'm a real Smart @** __________________ “Please Remember to Kazoo Responsibly.”

07-31-2006, 02:31 PM	#19 (permalink)
GABRIEL Third gear and cruising Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 2006 GSX-R 600 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 544	D Klein you should have responded to the female by saying "I will get a real bike when you get a real JOB" Than kick her with these __________________ Last edited by GABRIEL; 07-31-2006 at 02:50 PM.

07-31-2006, 02:37 PM	#20 (permalink)
Ext1jdh Top Gear ! Full Throttle! Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Sold Location: Elgin, IL, US Posts: 5,257	Yeah! What Gabriel said, or: "Guess you dont want a tip." "How those eggs comin? Still waitin for the chicken to lay them, I see." "I'll have a bit more coffee and a bit less lip." "Dammit, Mom! You can WALK home for all I care!" __________________ I am lurking. I am likely to be eaten by a grue.

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