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what is a farkle?
I gather farkles are mods, but is it a smashup of words like frunk?
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Originally Posted by AWEInCA
I gather farkles are mods, but is it a smashup of words like frunk?
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=farkle
function + sparkle
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Originally Posted by AWEInCA
I gather farkles are mods, but is it a smashup of words like frunk?
You are correct. They are actually after market add-ons, sometimes for function and sometimes for bling, or both. Farkle has been around as long as I can remember. I, for some reason, seem to think the derivation is from "favorite sparkles" or "functional sparkles"...or that is how I view the made up word.
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Originally Posted by akspyderman
You have the right idea. I am thinking we may have started that term on SL. I am thinking that the great Bob D. may have had something to do with it. Most now use the term for refering to accessorizing the .
If you do to much--you will be accused of having farkleosis.
That term has been around way before SL or Can-Ams were invented. Used the term back in the 1990's for Goldwing's.
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made up words
it's one of those made up words, like thingy, that should never be used by any intelligent spyderlover. ever!,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
it was fun while it lasted.
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Originally Posted by coz
it's one of those made up words, like thingy, that should never be used by any intelligent spyderlover. ever! ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
I rate it right up there with that other thingy word that rhymes with trunk.
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Originally Posted by wyliec
I rate it right up there with that other thingy word that rhymes with trunk.
I am with you.
it was fun while it lasted.
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Originally Posted by coz
it's one of those made up words, like thingy, that should never be used by any intelligent spyderlover. ever! ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
x 1,000,000,000%
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Frunk, ryde, ... my grade school english teacher would have a coronary.
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Always been 'flash n trash' in my small circle.
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For some reason (to me), frunk seems reasonable but farkle and ryde really get under my skin. Weird huh?
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Some of you must be having another slow or bad day today. What's wrong with being caught up in some slang or site terminology?
I am a college professor (Accounting and Business) and I think its all right to use some terms when I feel like it.
I like going for rydes on my Y factor machine, and when I do, I sometimes carry stuff in my frunk. I have even installed a farkle or two since 2010.
Have a nice day. Go ahead, say what you want, and attack me for speaking out if you wish.
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Originally Posted by akspyderman
Some of you must be having another slow or bad day today. What's wrong with being caught up in some slang or site terminology?
I am a college professor (Accounting and Business) and I think its all right to use some terms when I feel like it.
I like going for rydes on my Y factor machine, and when I do, I sometimes carry stuff in my frunk. I have even installed a farkle or two since 2010.
Have a nice day. Go ahead, say what you want, and attack me for speaking out if you wish.
I don't think anyone said not to use the terms. I use slang all the time. I just expressed my opinion as did you. If you like the 'f' word (as it relates to the trunk) use it all you want. Different strokes for different folks.
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Originally Posted by Jerbear
Always been 'flash n trash' in my small circle.
Now that one could have a different meaning than what you may have meant. People around here get arrested for that.
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The term "Farkle" came about in the late 1880's when John Farkell put a hat on his Donky. He accomplished this by cutting ear holes and placing a silk ribbon on the brim. This started a trend among other Westerners to dress up the Donky's first following John Farkell's lead and then improvising by adding other slightly functional appurtenances to the said Donky's. thus a tradition was started that continues to this day with the term shortened to Farkle. So if you feel the need to dress up your A$$ with a lots of semi-functional ribbons and bows you are Farkleizing your ride. Source, The BK Encyclopedia of Motorcycle Knowledge, copyright 2012
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Originally Posted by Ga Blue Knight
The term "Farkle" came about in the late 1880's when John Farkell put a hat on his Donky. He accomplished this by cutting ear holes and placing a silk ribbon on the brim. This started a trend among other Westerners to dress up the Donky's first following John Farkell's lead and then improvising by adding other slightly functional appurtenances to the said Donky's. thus a tradition was started that continues to this day with the term shortened to Farkle. So if you feel the need to dress up your A$$ with a lots of semi-functional ribbons and bows you are Farkleizing your ride. Source, The BK Encyclopedia of Motorcycle Knowledge, copyright 2012
OK, now that we know the definition and where the word came from, could someone recommend how can I stop "farkling" my Spyder. I just bought a 2nd Spyder, haven't registered it yet, but already bought $300 worth of farkles. My wife is going to make me sleep in the garage if this continues the way it is going and it is getting hot in NJ and I do not like heat. Please help...
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It's also associated with a disease known as Farkleitis...it strikes slowly and insidiously, first by attacking certain areas of the brain and central nervous system whenever the afflicted person is reading any print, electronic, or visual media containing an advertisement displaying any and all forms of vehicular related accessories, parts, riding gear, etc. It also hits when approaching any dealership, repair/accessory retailer, or other related business. symptoms may include giddiness, excessive drooling, bulging eyes, and excitability, as well as a sudden urge to whip out the pocketbook and add large amounts to credit card balances or emptying said pocketbook of cash. It is not yet known if this disease is contagious, however, it may be triggered when encountering vehicular events and noticing that others vehicles may have excessive farkles mounted on or in them, causing jealousy in the afflicted. Other side effects may include a dangerously angered spouse/partner/girlfriend/boyfriend/etc in response to the victim spending excessive amounts of moolah on farkles.
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This is funny and a great read....!
Originally Posted by spydermyke990
It's also associated with a disease known as Farkleitis...it strikes slowly and insidiously, first by attacking certain areas of the brain and central nervous system whenever the afflicted person is reading any print, electronic, or visual media containing an advertisement displaying any and all forms of vehicular related accessories, parts, riding gear, etc. It also hits when approaching any dealership, repair/accessory retailer, or other related business. symptoms may include giddiness, excessive drooling, bulging eyes, and excitability, as well as a sudden urge to whip out the pocketbook and add large amounts to credit card balances or emptying said pocketbook of cash. It is not yet known if this disease is contagious, however, it may be triggered when encountering vehicular events and noticing that others vehicles may have excessive farkles mounted on or in them, causing jealousy in the afflicted. Other side effects may include a dangerously angered spouse/partner/girlfriend/boyfriend/etc in response to the victim spending excessive amounts of moolah on farkles.
I have truly enjoyed this thread. Lots of fun to laugh at ourselves. Ryde safely, and enjoy your farkling. Paco
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Originally Posted by spydermyke990
It's also associated with a disease known as Farkleitis...it strikes slowly and insidiously, first by attacking certain areas of the brain and central nervous system whenever the afflicted person is reading any print, electronic, or visual media containing an advertisement displaying any and all forms of vehicular related accessories, parts, riding gear, etc. It also hits when approaching any dealership, repair/accessory retailer, or other related business. symptoms may include giddiness, excessive drooling, bulging eyes, and excitability, as well as a sudden urge to whip out the pocketbook and add large amounts to credit card balances or emptying said pocketbook of cash. It is not yet known if this disease is contagious, however, it may be triggered when encountering vehicular events and noticing that others vehicles may have excessive farkles mounted on or in them, causing jealousy in the afflicted. Other side effects may include a dangerously angered spouse/partner/girlfriend/boyfriend/etc in response to the victim spending excessive amounts of moolah on farkles.
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Farkle aint a word, not neither...
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