Can we have more NSR threads?
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Can we have more NSR threads?
Modern Vespa is a thriving community. I don't want to know what underwear you like, but FFS. It's a bit stiff in here. No pun intended. I find that hilarious since many on MV are Brits, the originators of "stiff".
As an example.- "I had a nice salad today. I put crumbled goat cheese on it. It tasted like ass."
As an example.- "I had a nice salad today. I put crumbled goat cheese on it. It tasted like ass."
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MV sure puts the general in General Discussion! Some of those threads are waaaay out there.
I perceive MV as a slightly different culture than MB and it's pretty cool how MB has grown and evolved over the years as a genial, helpful community. Maybe the folks here aren't as socially assertive as they are on MV, but you gotta admit that it is nice that we don't need aggressive moderation here or a karma system to keep people on their best behavior.
We do have [NSR] and [NBR] tags for the sort of threads that you're looking for. It doesn't hurt to bait a hook and cast a line to see if it's a topic that folks want to discuss, but please review the posting guidelines before you reach into that can of worms...
I perceive MV as a slightly different culture than MB and it's pretty cool how MB has grown and evolved over the years as a genial, helpful community. Maybe the folks here aren't as socially assertive as they are on MV, but you gotta admit that it is nice that we don't need aggressive moderation here or a karma system to keep people on their best behavior.
We do have [NSR] and [NBR] tags for the sort of threads that you're looking for. It doesn't hurt to bait a hook and cast a line to see if it's a topic that folks want to discuss, but please review the posting guidelines before you reach into that can of worms...
At what point does a hobby become an addiction? I'm uncertain, but after the twelfth scooter, it sorta feels like the latter...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
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Here is a thing. I sing it in my helmet when I get bored. Observe and discuss:
http://www.weebls-stuff.com/songs/Tamale/
http://www.weebls-stuff.com/songs/Tamale/
At what point does a hobby become an addiction? I'm uncertain, but after the twelfth scooter, it sorta feels like the latter...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
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No one's stopping you.
But guess what the number one complaint about MV is? Too much NSR nonsense. It can get out of hand quickly, and can lead to a need for heavier moderation. That's one of the other big complaints about MV.
People can post what they like, just stick to the Guidelines.
But guess what the number one complaint about MV is? Too much NSR nonsense. It can get out of hand quickly, and can lead to a need for heavier moderation. That's one of the other big complaints about MV.
People can post what they like, just stick to the Guidelines.
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Eric, the spec things I learn in here are second to none.ericalm wrote:No one's stopping you.
But guess what the number one complaint about MV is? Too much NSR nonsense. It can get out of hand quickly, and can lead to a need for heavier moderation. That's one of the other big complaints about MV.
People can post what they like, just stick to the Guidelines.
Nice finish with that Helix. Hondas don't quit.
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I spend a fair amount of time on MV and I agree with that criticism 100%. Who needs to hear some jackass spout off about his/her favorite rant (on a scooter site). If you want to talk about scooters - ANY aspect of scooters - well great. Something else? Can't you find some other place to talk about it. For gosh sake, get a life!ericalm wrote:But guess what the number one complaint about MV is? Too much NSR nonsense.
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Dooglas wrote:I spend a fair amount of time on MV and I agree with that criticism 100%. Who needs to hear some jackass spout off about his/her favorite rant (on a scooter site). If you want to talk about scooters - ANY aspect of scooters - well great. Something else? Can't you find some other place to talk about it. For gosh sake, get a life!ericalm wrote:But guess what the number one complaint about MV is? Too much NSR nonsense.
Get a life, indeed, me included.
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One more bit of NSR weirdness for for y'all. Sing along when you ride and forgot your digital music at home:
http://www.weebls-stuff.com/songs/kenya/
Holy Crap. Lions!
P.S. I find in highly amusing that the spellchecker recognizes "y'all" as a properly spelled word.
P.P.S. I swear I have a life! It's parked out under it's cover for the night and the key is on the dresser.
http://www.weebls-stuff.com/songs/kenya/
Holy Crap. Lions!

P.S. I find in highly amusing that the spellchecker recognizes "y'all" as a properly spelled word.
P.P.S. I swear I have a life! It's parked out under it's cover for the night and the key is on the dresser.
At what point does a hobby become an addiction? I'm uncertain, but after the twelfth scooter, it sorta feels like the latter...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
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More riding, less Internet. Winter is over most places!
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Re: Can we have more NSR threads?
KrispyKreme wrote:Modern Vespa is a thriving community. I don't want to know what underwear you like, but FFS. It's a bit stiff in here. No pun intended. I find that hilarious since many on MV are Brits, the originators of "stiff".
As an example.- "I had a nice salad today. I put crumbled goat cheese on it. It tasted like ass."
Salads taste like ass. Crumbled goat cheese is yummy!
/i admit i enjoy much of the NSR content on both MV and MB
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What is this "winter" thing of which you speak?ericalm wrote:More riding, less Internet. Winter is over most places!
One big difference is that there are thousands of Vespas that have like 600 miles after 8 years. Buddy owners and all other Genuine owners ...we ride the snot out of our scooters!
I picked up a 2011 Blur to flip...so what happened...I've put about 1,000 miles on it...it's just to0 freaking fun to ride!
"Things fall apart - it's scientific" - David Byrne
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'06 Cream Buddy 125, 11 Blur 220, 13 BMW C 650 GT, 68 Vespa SS180, 64 Vespa GS MK II, 65 Lambretta TV 175, 67 Vespa GT, 64 Vespa 150 VBB 64 Vespa GL
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Essay question:
Femsatronic / Ducati - compare and contrast...please use blue books.
Femsatronic / Ducati - compare and contrast...please use blue books.
"Things fall apart - it's scientific" - David Byrne
www.teamscootertrash.com
'06 Cream Buddy 125, 11 Blur 220, 13 BMW C 650 GT, 68 Vespa SS180, 64 Vespa GS MK II, 65 Lambretta TV 175, 67 Vespa GT, 64 Vespa 150 VBB 64 Vespa GL
www.teamscootertrash.com
'06 Cream Buddy 125, 11 Blur 220, 13 BMW C 650 GT, 68 Vespa SS180, 64 Vespa GS MK II, 65 Lambretta TV 175, 67 Vespa GT, 64 Vespa 150 VBB 64 Vespa GL
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Femsatronic: 6V CDI fitted to the Rally 200 engines. used a uniquely-tapered crank and special fan-side bearing. Mostly shite and difficult to find parts for. Swapping to Ducati requires a replacement fly-side case half on a VSE1 motor.BuddyRaton wrote:Essay question:
Femsatronic / Ducati - compare and contrast...please use blue books.
Ducati: 12V CDI fitted to the late-'76-on Rally 200s and to the P-series. What can I say, It's Italian, yet it works!
Dangit, now you're making this [NBR]!
At what point does a hobby become an addiction? I'm uncertain, but after the twelfth scooter, it sorta feels like the latter...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
Seriously...I've lost count...
Seven mopeds ...that's still manageable...
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