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Forum: General GZ250 Talk 11-03-2012, 10:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,948
Posted By oakies
Re: NORTH EAST RIDER CHECK-IN

Just 8 hrs of heavy rain and windy here in the niagara falls area. No real damage here
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-12-2012, 04:44 PM
Replies: 1,798
Views: 2,156,964
Posted By oakies
Last Word is the First Word of the Next Sentence

Home at last after another day at work.
Forum: Ride Reports & Meets 01-11-2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,255
Posted By oakies
Re: Jan 10 2010

Took my GZ for a 10 mile ride today, then took a 25 mile ride on the Harley. First time I rode either of them in a couple months. Its very rare that you get to go for any ride in Buffalo NY in the...
Forum: Troubleshooting 04-24-2011, 12:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,954
Posted By oakies
Re: Rear Blinkers?

Look on ebay for parts..Theres tons of GZ parts available
Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers 02-04-2011, 09:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,372
Posted By oakies
Re: What was your first bike?

First bike..A 1972 Honda CB350 that I bought new in my senior year of high school
Forum: Gadgets & Farkles 01-07-2011, 08:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,674
Posted By oakies
Re: Wheel Jockey

The Harbor Freight one will work fine for the GZ...Maybe not for a heavy Goldwing or Harley
Forum: Troubleshooting 01-07-2011, 08:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,626
Posted By oakies
Re: Electrical issues?

Check your battery connections and ground wire from the battery
Forum: Member Introductions 12-25-2010, 06:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,844
Posted By oakies
Re: Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays to all..Ride safe
Forum: Member Introductions 12-17-2010, 08:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,473
Posted By oakies
Re: Hello from Toronto!

Welcome to the forum. Im just an hour or so away from you on the other side of the border between Niagara Falls and Buffalo. Not much maintainance of the GZ. An oil and filter change is an easy...
Forum: Parts & Accessories 12-15-2010, 09:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,678
Posted By oakies
Re: Need some stuff

There were a couple of these on ebay last week. Might as well check.
Forum: General Maintenance 12-08-2010, 04:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,507
Posted By oakies
Re: Winter Storage

Do everything that Blaine said and you should be good to go. Its alright to take it for a ride anytime, just be sure to let it warm up and let everything get up to "running temp". Just no short...
Forum: Complete Bikes 12-08-2010, 04:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,682
Posted By oakies
Re: CLEAN!! 2000 Suzuki GZ 250 - $2,500 OBO

I bought my 2002 GZ last year with 470 original miles. Paid $1400 in mint condition (except for old cracked tires which I replaced). So yea, your price is probably way high.
Forum: General GZ250 Talk 12-08-2010, 04:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,535
Posted By oakies
Re: Looking For The Right Ride

I have 3 bikes myself, the GZ beinng the smallest. At 5'11" 180# the GZ is a good fit for me. I use it mainly for running around town and a short 3 mile commute to work. Honesty, at your size and...
Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers 05-19-2010, 08:54 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,295
Posted By oakies
Re: Harley Sportster 883 Custom

My opinion..Go for it. Ive had 5 Sportsters over the years. Still have my 04 that I got new along with my 06 Wide Glide and my GZ. Yea, theres beter riding bikes, faster bikes,etc. But in my...
Forum: Beginners 04-19-2010, 09:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,467
Posted By oakies
Re: What happened

Hitting the front brake on a very slow, tight turn, will put you down every time...I've learned that from experience a long time ago...And this fact was pointed out to me back then by an experienced...
Forum: Member Introductions 04-07-2010, 07:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,321
Posted By oakies
Re: hey all

Welcome to the Forum..Not to far from me..In Niagara Falls NY
Forum: Member Introductions 02-25-2010, 11:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,293
Posted By oakies
Re: Welp, sold my GZ last night

I've got 2 Harleys and I dont see myself getting rid of the GZ anytime soon. As long as it keeps on being dependable, I use it daily for running around town and my daily 2 mile commute to work. ...
Forum: Parts & Accessories 01-25-2010, 06:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,650
Posted By oakies
Wanted: Sissy bar Luggage rack combo

Wanted to buy, Used, Sissy bar with pad and rear luggage rack for "02" GZ
Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers 11-11-2009, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,517
Posted By oakies
Re: HD Sportster

In my opinion, theres nothing wrong with the Sportster. I still have my 04 1200 Sportster Roadster that I bought new. 24000 miles on it and no major issues. The stock seat and the rear shocks...
Forum: Member Introductions 10-29-2009, 04:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,940
Posted By oakies
Re: Long Island New York

If you keep it covered, use a bed sheet or something that will not trap condesation under the cover. Never cover it with a plastic tarp.
Forum: General GZ250 Talk 10-19-2009, 09:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,734
Posted By oakies
Re: Couldn't resist. Should I sell?

If you can do it financially, keep both bikes. I had my Harleys before I got the GZ and I find myself riding the GZ daily around town, and my 2 mile commute to work every day....
Forum: General GZ250 Talk 10-14-2009, 03:46 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 33,439
Posted By oakies
Re: Have questions GZ250 or Rebel 250?

Bottom line...If your going to commute 50 miles per day, at any speed, You should have a bigger bike. At least 500cc. For around town the GZ is great, I use it all the time. But if I'm going...
Forum: GZ250 Media 10-05-2009, 08:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,283
Posted By oakies
Re: my new (used) 2002 GZ

Might be just because its new, but I've been riding the GZ more than the Harley. Its great for running around town. Now I just need some kind of luggage rack for it.
Forum: GZ250 Media 10-04-2009, 09:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,283
Posted By oakies
my new (used) 2002 GZ

My new (used) 2002 GZ with my other bike.
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b294/oakie10us/SuzukiHarley.jpg
Forum: Member Introductions 09-25-2009, 08:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,034
Posted By oakies
Re: Hi from Western NY

I got the GZ mainly for my sons to learn on...But its so much fun that I use it daily for "running around town"
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