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[Phantom]

I just got my Enertia safety inspected today, and I took into work on my first official commute to work. I took a more scenic route today on a road where the speed limit varies from 30 to 45 mph. I hope to get a video of it soon. I took it fairly easy. I was behind a huge dump truck for most of my ride which made it easier for me in that it slows down the normal commuting speed on that road.

I am still a new rider, and often felt like I was on a small rollercoaster as I went up and down hills on my way to work. I am getting more comfortable riding at higher speeds. I ended up going to work a little later than normal which made the traffic really light. It was really a fun ride.

Here are some pictures of my Enertia at work. I painted two of the black panels to white as I mentioned in another thread.

 

 



 

[9 of 30]

Nice pics.
and I like the idea of blinding people with all that white

[skadamo]

Looks great! Thanks for the pics.

Maybe some white rim strips would look good?

[Phantom]

Thanks for the comments.

Nice pics.
and I like the idea of blinding people with all that white

I think I am going to get decals to cover up some of the white at some point to promote solar charging stations, but I am all for blinding people for the sake of safety.

Looks great! Thanks for the pics.

Maybe some white rim strips would look good?

Yes, I like that idea.
 
If I play my cards right, I might be able to get my work to cover some of the costs in exchange for advertising on the bike.

[Brammofan]

White suit?  White helmet?  White boots?  Maybe get Mr. Clean to sponsor you?

I really like it, by the way.  Did you paint it yourself, or take it somewhere?

[Phantom]

Thanks, my helmet, gloves and jacket are red/orange/white and black and my boots are black Magnums. I am trying to go for an extreme contrast to be more visible to car and truck drivers. I might paint the bike more white in the future.

Coincidently, I just promised my brother today at lunch that if he gets a Mr. Clean haircut, that I will, too.

Yes, I painted it myself with a $3.00 can of spraypaint in white gloss. If it gets funded, I'll have someone else do a nice paint job on it.

[9 of 30]

Get the white reflective rim tape. Makes the bike much more noticeable at night from the sides.
http://www.elmoto.net/picture.php?albumid=70&pictureid=806