When I began riding 4 short years ago, I found myself searching everything I could find to read and re-read regarding motorcycling, touring, safety, machines, destinations, and anything somewhat motorcycle related. I read, rode, practiced and learned.
Now 75,000 miles later, I am hoping to find other women like myself, wanting to ride, looking for places to go and information to get there. Read More
I swear, we could seriously take a lesson from the British here, on motorcycle safely campaigns. I have seen other safety ads, but none with as much humility and humor as this wonderful “Think Biker” ad. BRAVO!!
While immersed in personal issues, I have found myself neglecting my blog. My new mantra…I will do better!!
I have recently discovered a very good looking beginner bike for all. This bike is a Suzuki TU250X. You can find a good review of the bike in motorcycle.com
The bike is an air-cooled, SOHC, fuel-injected, five-speed, 249cc Thumper weighing in at 328 lbs, which for a new rider is perfect! Beginning riders and short inseam people will appreciate the flat-footable 30.1-inch seat height as well as the seat’s wide shape and thick foam. Any pillion (back sear rider) on this machine will be thrilled at the amount of seat foam in the rear half of the two-piece saddle, but I am getting ahead of myself.
I am looking at this bike as an entry-level lightweight learning vehicle with style and grace and the bonus of 67-mpg from the 3.2-gallon fuel tank. AWESOME!!
I believe if you find yourself looking for an entry level machine this bike could be the answer to your query and CUTE as well!!
Man, it’s been a long winter this year, but maybe part of that is because my life has been so full of turbulent storms! My father this year is showing signs of demenshea and my ol’ yellow tabby developed diabetes, so I am been immersed in health care of one form or another. Phew. I am ready for spring!!
Today the weather was warm and clean a good sign of things to come. Sadly, I didn’t get out on the bike but I did get some needed chores done anticipating good weather tomorrow and on into the upcoming week. I plan on a ride to Nevada to check on my dad and get some wind in my face (at least when I raise my helmet!) I could use a good diversion and re-centering.
Welcome SPRING!! (though I may be a bit premature, it helps me to delude myself.
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Last spring…but I am ready now.
The BMW R7 was indeed a treasure demonstrating the sleek styling of the bygone Art Deco area.
Crafted in 1934 by design engineer Alfred Böning whose vision was a departure from the “bicycle with motor” design still prevalent in the 1930s. The R7 incorporated sweeping enclosed bodywork, a pressed steel frame, valanced mudguards and then-innovative telescopic front forks.
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