Roll Call - Page 4

tkd · 08-04-2008, 09:24 PM

Thanks OP...I'm kinda mixed on it. It seems to suit the bike, but I worry about the associations and assumptions that it might bring.

**glwilson** · 08-04-2008, 10:41 PM

tkd;

please explain... I must admit I am confused about the issue.

Thanks,

Greg

phenrichs · 08-05-2008, 08:40 AM

I think he means that a majority of people associate JD to HD.

tkd · 08-05-2008, 08:51 AM

Close OP,

It's really more of the "Alcohol and bikes" association. I haven't been stopped, but if I were, would it make the police more likely to suspect that I've been out tearing it up because of the words on the air cleaner. Also a similar type assumption when people see the bike. I definitely qualify into the "clean cut" crowd, but sometimes I worry that if they see something that basically advertises a brand of alcohol that is somewhat synonymous with rebels and "bikers" (no offense meant) and immediately think the worst.

Most of my freinds say no, but I have had 2 other bikers ask me if I've been given any flack for the cover. Go figure

pirate · 08-05-2008, 09:16 AM

tkd-
If you like it, keep it. If you worried about what everyone thinks of things, you'd drive yourself insane. Let people think what they want. If you like it, enjoy it!

phenrichs · 08-05-2008, 09:27 AM

I agree. What a person rides is one of the most personal things there is. Do what you want with it. You should never have to explain yourself. People will always have negative opinions of bikers as long as there are still assholes on motorcycles. I do see your point about the cops though.

**glwilson** · 08-06-2008, 06:22 AM

I agree; if you like it forget about it. I do understand the potential of projecting an image; however a JD emblem is mild compared to what the average officer sees in a day.

I wouldn't give it a second thought.

berggrog · 08-12-2008, 05:35 PM

Just Joining up - Roger - Sioux Falls, SD 2008 Nomad

I gotta get some pictures...

Just got my Nomad this summer and really enjoying the upgrade.

pirate · 08-12-2008, 07:02 PM

Welcome, Roger! Glad to have you here!

ponch · 08-12-2008, 08:35 PM

Welcome aboard and tell us about yourself...Or your Nomad.

Quote:

Originally Posted by berggrog

Just Joining up - Roger - Sioux Falls, SD 2008 Nomad

I gotta get some pictures...

Just got my Nomad this summer and really enjoying the upgrade.

08-12-2008, 09:46 PM

Welcome to the Nomad Nation from eastern Nebraska.

BandC · 08-13-2008, 07:17 AM

Welcome from Northern Minnesota!!

abbo · 08-13-2008, 11:36 AM

Welcome aboard. Great forum and people.

**glwilson** · 08-17-2008, 05:04 PM

Welcome bergrog!

As Ponch said; let us know more when you get a chance; and about anything going on in your area of the country. I just may need an excuse to ride there sometime!

phenrichs · 08-18-2008, 10:05 AM

I don't know Greg, judging by your photos I think we need to ride the UP. I drove through there once on my way to Saginaw to avoid Chitown. I don't remember it being that scenic.
Guess I should have driven it during the day. HA HA

08-04-2008, 09:24 PM	#46
tkd Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Elk River, MN (twin cities) Posts: 271	Roll Call Thanks OP...I'm kinda mixed on it. It seems to suit the bike, but I worry about the associations and assumptions that it might bring. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-04-2008, 10:41 PM	#47
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Roll Call tkd; please explain... I must admit I am confused about the issue. Thanks, Greg __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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08-05-2008, 08:40 AM	#48
phenrichs Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 2,498	Roll Call I think he means that a majority of people associate JD to HD.
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08-05-2008, 08:51 AM	#49
tkd Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Elk River, MN (twin cities) Posts: 271	Roll Call Close OP, It's really more of the "Alcohol and bikes" association. I haven't been stopped, but if I were, would it make the police more likely to suspect that I've been out tearing it up because of the words on the air cleaner. Also a similar type assumption when people see the bike. I definitely qualify into the "clean cut" crowd, but sometimes I worry that if they see something that basically advertises a brand of alcohol that is somewhat synonymous with rebels and "bikers" (no offense meant) and immediately think the worst. Most of my freinds say no, but I have had 2 other bikers ask me if I've been given any flack for the cover. Go figure
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08-05-2008, 09:16 AM	#50
pirate Sr. Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: North Dakota Posts: 1,865	Roll Call tkd- If you like it, keep it. If you worried about what everyone thinks of things, you'd drive yourself insane. Let people think what they want. If you like it, enjoy it! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-05-2008, 09:27 AM	#51
phenrichs Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 2,498	Roll Call I agree. What a person rides is one of the most personal things there is. Do what you want with it. You should never have to explain yourself. People will always have negative opinions of bikers as long as there are still assholes on motorcycles. I do see your point about the cops though.
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08-06-2008, 06:22 AM	#52
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Roll Call I agree; if you like it forget about it. I do understand the potential of projecting an image; however a JD emblem is mild compared to what the average officer sees in a day. I wouldn't give it a second thought. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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08-12-2008, 05:35 PM	#53
berggrog Jr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 8	Roll Call Just Joining up - Roger - Sioux Falls, SD 2008 Nomad I gotta get some pictures... Just got my Nomad this summer and really enjoying the upgrade.
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08-12-2008, 07:02 PM	#54
pirate Sr. Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: North Dakota Posts: 1,865	Roll Call Welcome, Roger! Glad to have you here!
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08-12-2008, 09:46 PM	#56
Guest Posts: n/a	Roll Call Welcome to the Nomad Nation from eastern Nebraska.
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08-13-2008, 07:17 AM	#57
BandC Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Iron Range, Northern Minnesota Posts: 2,288	Roll Call Welcome from Northern Minnesota!! __________________ 2005 Blk/Silver Nomad (Sold) VBA #00671
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08-13-2008, 11:36 AM	#58
abbo Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rockwell City, Iowa Posts: 215	Roll Call Welcome aboard. Great forum and people.
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08-17-2008, 05:04 PM	#59
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Roll Call Welcome bergrog! As Ponch said; let us know more when you get a chance; and about anything going on in your area of the country. I just may need an excuse to ride there sometime! __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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08-18-2008, 10:05 AM	#60
phenrichs Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 2,498	Roll Call I don't know Greg, judging by your photos I think we need to ride the UP. I drove through there once on my way to Saginaw to avoid Chitown. I don't remember it being that scenic. Guess I should have driven it during the day. HA HA
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