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02-10-20, 09:35 AM
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Posted By vinfix

A Super Bike is like the Corvette in the Chevy...

A Super Bike is like the Corvette in the Chevy showroom. You sit in it and daydream about how your life could be if only...then you go buy an SUV.

It's the Halo Effect- promote the latest &...
02-09-20, 12:22 PM
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Posted By ramzilla

Team Fuji monocoque frame. You can spend a whole...

Team Fuji monocoque frame. You can spend a whole lot more but it really doesn't get that much better than this.
...
02-09-20, 04:59 AM
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Posted By Toespeas

One way to look at it is just about every quality...

One way to look at it is just about every quality bicycle, at one point was a super bike , technology and design changes all the time , if you want the gains in performance you have to pay for it ,...
02-08-20, 07:23 PM
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Posted By HTupolev

No, those are super shoes. A super bike is when...

No, those are super shoes. A super bike is when your shoes match the frame color.
02-08-20, 06:31 PM
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Posted By Sojodave

I thought a superbike is when the frame color...

I thought a superbike is when the frame color matches your shoes.
02-08-20, 04:00 PM
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Posted By tomato coupe

No, we're taking about real Superbikes, i.e....

No, we're taking about real Superbikes, i.e. bikes that use proprietary aerodynamic water.
02-08-20, 03:35 PM
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Posted By Ghazmh

I know I already said it has to be red but I...

I know I already said it has to be red but I remembered there is more. It must have a proprietary integrated stem handlebar with internal routing, the seatpost must be D shaped and have an integrated...
02-08-20, 12:37 PM
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Posted By Pratt

And yet, as one rides a 'super bike' one...

And yet, as one rides a 'super bike' one constantly thinks of improvements; longer reach, softer ride, stiffer fork, more/fewer/higher/lower gears, ovalized tube, grease fittings on the pedals,...
02-07-20, 10:30 PM
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Posted By woodcraft

What makes a super bike is tiny gains at huge...

What makes a super bike is tiny gains at huge expense.

You could get almost all of it by getting some super tires/tubes, a race-fit outfit, and an aero helmet.
02-07-20, 01:10 PM
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Posted By AlmostTrick

Superdork? I might justifiably be considered that...

Superdork? I might justifiably be considered that at times. :o
02-07-20, 01:08 PM
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Posted By Retro Grouch

Bicycles are the ultimate affordable status...

Bicycles are the ultimate affordable status symbol.

Park a $50,000 bass boat and trailer in your driveway and your neighbors might not even notice. Casually let it drop that you paid $2,500 for a...
02-07-20, 12:30 PM
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Posted By indyfabz

https://media1.tenor.com/images/33ac1d3d429cda1835...

https://media1.tenor.com/images/33ac1d3d429cda1835eca2992d0f9c88/tenor.gif?itemid=5112090...
02-07-20, 10:38 AM
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Posted By BobbyG

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/480x360/hqdefault_5ef77d50e3abb10edc260c614ab2f1853e68ea5b.jpg
02-07-20, 10:20 AM
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Posted By tagaproject6

It depends on how impressed total strangers are...

It depends on how impressed total strangers are with the amount of money they believe you spent on the brand that you flaunt.
02-07-20, 10:11 AM
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Posted By Retro Grouch

I don't know the answer but I do know that next...

I don't know the answer but I do know that next year there will be a new bike out that's even more "super".
02-07-20, 09:30 AM
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Posted By DMC707

My comparison would be a pretty nice carbon...

My comparison would be a pretty nice carbon Synapse I had with 105 components versus my current S-Works with DA Di2 and all the candy Specialized could throw at it 2 years ago. Weight difference is...
02-07-20, 06:59 AM
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Posted By subgrade

I'm not sure it's true. At least it's not true...

I'm not sure it's true. At least it's not true when talking about supercars - a 500 hp Ferrari or Lamborghini (or any other more or less exotic two seater, especially mid-engined) is a supercar,...
02-06-20, 08:39 PM
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Posted By CAT7RDR

All my bikes are Super Duper! and Pee-Chee-Keen!...

All my bikes are Super Duper! and Pee-Chee-Keen! The engine needs a major tuneup just to be Okay. :thumb:
02-06-20, 08:23 PM
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Posted By AlmostTrick

Just asking what makes Super Bikes so Super?

According to many of my non-cycling acquaintances it always seems to come down to whether or not you can lift it with only 2 fingers.
02-06-20, 07:30 PM
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Posted By CliffordK

The NAME..... "SUPER..."

The NAME..... "SUPER..."
02-06-20, 07:22 PM
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Posted By bruce19

I have 4 super bikes. Because I say so.

I have 4 super bikes. Because I say so.
02-06-20, 07:15 PM
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Posted By Ghazmh

It’s got to be red.

It’s got to be red.
02-06-20, 07:03 PM
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Posted By Rajflyboy

Expensive = Light

Expensive = Light
02-06-20, 07:00 PM
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Posted By Kapusta

You don’t need a more expensive bike. What...

You don’t need a more expensive bike.

What you need is more bikes.
02-06-20, 06:50 PM
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Posted By aabb

Easy there, tiger.

Easy there, tiger.
02-06-20, 05:47 PM
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Posted By delbiker1

The latest expensive bike that marketing tells...

The latest expensive bike that marketing tells you "You just gotta have it!", and you agree.
02-06-20, 05:39 PM
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Posted By rebel1916

Superbike is a racing discipline using heavily...

Superbike is a racing discipline using heavily modified versions of commercially available motorcycles. It slots between Supersport racing and Grand Prix racing.
02-06-20, 05:30 PM
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Posted By TheDudeIsHere

I think a superbike is a sweet looking, fast...

I think a superbike is a sweet looking, fast "looking" machine.

But I agree, it's the engine that makes a superbike, super! :thumb:
02-06-20, 05:16 PM
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Posted By Ogsarg

You've got yourself a nice bike so my advice...

You've got yourself a nice bike so my advice would be to stop thinking about the next purchase and go ride.
02-06-20, 05:08 PM
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Posted By dedhed

It's the engine

It's the engine
02-06-20, 04:53 PM
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Posted By tyrion

Cost determines a superbike. If it's over $10000,...

Cost determines a superbike. If it's over $10000, it's a superbike. If it's $9,999.99, it's just a really expensive bike. So if you're going to spend $9k on a bike, might as well spend $10k, and get...
02-06-20, 04:47 PM
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Posted By smashndash

I agree with your sentiment, but I’ll play the...

I agree with your sentiment, but I’ll play the devil’s advocate.

A lighter, stiffer bike accelerates better. There’s a more direct relationship between your foot speed and your wheel speed, the...
02-06-20, 03:49 PM
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Posted By ironwood

$$$$$

$$$$$
02-06-20, 03:42 PM
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Posted By indyfabz

But only I have the correct opinion. So there's...

But only I have the correct opinion. So there's that. :D
02-06-20, 03:30 PM
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Posted By Koyote

I think there's a difference between a Super Bike...

I think there's a difference between a Super Bike and a super bike. The former is exotically sexy and expensive, and the latter is one that puts a smile on my face, year after year. For example,...
02-06-20, 03:26 PM
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Posted By PDKL45

The whole idea of a super bike is a bit silly to...

The whole idea of a super bike is a bit silly to me. You see it in print all the time, "a whizz bang ultralight carbon fibre frame rocket ship super bike," or something like that. I'm not having a go...
02-06-20, 02:57 PM
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Posted By sdmc530

:popcorn I think we all have our opinion...

:popcorn

I think we all have our opinion what a super bike is so this should be a fun one!!
12-26-19, 04:36 PM
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Posted By Bill in VA

+1 on the Continental GP4000-SII (have not tried...

+1 on the Continental GP4000-SII (have not tried the new GP5000), but the 28s ran closer to 30 on my Alexrim A23. They are my second favorite 28mm tire after the Compass/Rene Herse Chinook Pass...
12-12-19, 03:14 PM
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Posted By DaveSSS

Gator skins ride poorly. I put some on my bike...

Gator skins ride poorly. I put some on my bike last year and regretted it. If you want a long lasting tire that's still supple, try Michelin Power Endurance tires. The tread is very long lasting...
12-12-19, 12:24 PM
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Posted By davei1980

If by "anyone" you mean "scientists and...

If by "anyone" you mean "scientists and researchers" then fine, go live in your own reality. I would also posit this is dangerous advice to people looking to for advice on commuting because narrower...
12-12-19, 11:42 AM
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Posted By Wildwood

Anyone who thinks 40+mm tires @ 30-40psi on...

Anyone who thinks 40+mm tires @ 30-40psi on pavement, have the same rolling/aero resistance (ie., 'are no slower') than 23/25/28mm at approx 90-100psi is delusional or grinding a personal axe or flat...
12-12-19, 11:08 AM
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Posted By curbtender

Carbon stem and seatpost helps also. When going...

Carbon stem and seatpost helps also. When going with larger tires it's not always the width that's an issue but the height.
12-12-19, 10:53 AM
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Posted By tkamd73

You’ll be fine with the Gatorskins, been running...

You’ll be fine with the Gatorskins, been running them, size 700x 28c, on all my rides for the last 4 years. After a bit of experimenting, 75psi front, 85 psi rear. Really smoothed out the ride, on...
12-12-19, 10:29 AM
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Posted By 2manybikes

If you're going to be on Pavement, lowering your...

If you're going to be on Pavement, lowering your tire pressure 10 psi can make as big a difference as all of the things mentioned. What pressure do you ride on? if you're around 100 psi or more, try...
12-12-19, 10:06 AM
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Posted By Drew Eckhardt

You don't want to do that. The Gatorskins...

You don't want to do that.

The Gatorskins are durable because they have thick carcasses. Stiff carcasses make the ride bumpier. They have higher losses due to hysteresis and take an extra 10-15W...
12-12-19, 10:00 AM
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Posted By Drew Eckhardt

1. Inflate your tires to an appropriate pressure....

1. Inflate your tires to an appropriate pressure. I can drop below 70 psi without pinch flats although handling is getting a bit squishy, so I start the week at 80psi front / 90psi rear.
2. Run...
12-10-19, 07:57 AM
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Posted By bruce19

This year I replaced my Mavic clinchers and 25...

This year I replaced my Mavic clinchers and 25 tires with Mavic USTs and 25 tires. Much smoother.
12-10-19, 07:07 AM
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Posted By Road Fan

Other tires worth considering: Panasonic Pasela. ...

Other tires worth considering: Panasonic Pasela. Made by the same company that makes the Compass tires - supple but not as supple, much cheaper, very strong and robust, and often true to size. It's...
12-07-19, 04:28 AM
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Posted By livedarklions

I think that depends on how much you want to...

I think that depends on how much you want to spend. I have the HS, which are relatively inexpensive, and I have a couple thousand trouble free miles on them.
12-06-19, 08:42 AM
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Posted By davei1980

Looks like you got some good replies here....

Looks like you got some good replies here. Running 700x43C tires on my Cyclocommuter and not looking back.
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