Early morning ride

[trykemike]

I just completed my 1 st decent ride this past Saturday at 7:30 am. The time was 4 hrs about 250 km ( 150 mi )round trip. There is a lake north of Toronto that is easily accessible via secondary highways. When you arrive there is a 10 km( 6 mi ) drive along the shore line at an easy pace @ 40 km / hr( 25 mph ). The road winds along the lake edge just steps from the water in places. I discovered 2 parks and a public beach. The water was clean and warm. I refreshed with a splash on my face about 9:00 am. During the ride I drove at 80 - 100 km / hr ( 50 - 60 mph ).
The bike ran smoothly. On most hills I could reach 100-105 km/hr ( 60-65 mph) . I topped out @ 115 km/hr (70 mph )into a strong gusty head wind. When the wind died down avg 90 km/hr( 55 mph) topped 120 km/h(75 mph ). Remembered that passing on-coming trucks will require attention as the shock wave follows several seconds later. So far the bike is doing what I expected. I can keep up with traffic on these highways.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by trykemike

I just completed my 1 st decent ride this past Saturday at 7:30 am. So far the bike is doing what I expected. I can keep up with traffic on these highways.

Good for you! Now for your next "trick" you should consider the 16T front sprocket.
(If you haven't already). It is cheap, quick and the results are impressive.

[molly]

Question: will the 16T front sprocket upgrade void the warranty on a new bike? Just wondering.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by molly

Question: will the 16T front sprocket upgrade void the warranty on a new bike? Just wondering.

Don't know for sure but highly unlikely 'cause I doubt that they would even notice it........unless the warranty work involved the chain or sprockets.

[molly]

Thanks, Easy Rider! Good point! I will have the think about that modification in the future.