desmodromic
XS650 Addict
****Before anyone gets offended, please know that I am NOT trying to bash on your bike(s) if it has a hardtail. I just want your opinion****
So I rode my first hardtail the other day, and I will not be doing that again. I went around a few blocks, hit a bump and a manhole cover and called it a day. Can someone explain to me why would someone do that to their bike and body? When I hit that manhole cover it felt like I was about to sit down and I missed the chair and sat on my ass. Not only does it hurt when you hit a bump but it handles poorly, it breaks traction very easy. I think they look cool and have great lines but I can't imagine people riding these, especially in NYC streets.
Again, I am not bashing or making fun of hardtails, just want some feedback.
Thanks
So I rode my first hardtail the other day, and I will not be doing that again. I went around a few blocks, hit a bump and a manhole cover and called it a day. Can someone explain to me why would someone do that to their bike and body? When I hit that manhole cover it felt like I was about to sit down and I missed the chair and sat on my ass. Not only does it hurt when you hit a bump but it handles poorly, it breaks traction very easy. I think they look cool and have great lines but I can't imagine people riding these, especially in NYC streets.
Again, I am not bashing or making fun of hardtails, just want some feedback.
Thanks