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Old 02-08-2008, 04:13 PM
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we need the NRA for motorcycles to lobby for new harsher laws against people that harm motorcyclists on the road. along with more strict driver education for everyones safety. its stupid easy to get a drivers liscense in most states.
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 04:20 PM
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Depends on how well you take care of it. I would venture to say that a properly maintainedengine is never "worn out", in need of a rebuild perhaps but never "worn out." But it really doesnt matter either way, if it runs ride it, if it dont, fix it and ride it. Seems simple enough to me.
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 04:23 PM
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way to go to bring this thread back on track prom LOL
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 04:30 PM
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properly maintained an engine should never need more than fresh bearings a cylinder rehone and fresh pistons (possibly oversized).
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 04:31 PM
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the tranny may need a new set of gears though
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 05:15 PM
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haha you said tranny haha
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 05:20 PM
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im with you guys on this one.... i looked at him like wtf are u talking about......
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 10:32 PM
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as mentioned, an engine depending on maintenance will last a long time. Peformance engines ie performance expectations, may need freshened up to meet the demands though.
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 11:23 PM
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I'm sure some pieces may wear out, but not the whole thing, if it is maintained at least.
 
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Old 02-08-2008, 11:25 PM
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Use Full Synthetic oils and it will last even longer.
 


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