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The Zombie Jungle…
Today while running errands via motorbike I discovered that as much as I love riding, I don’t love riding through the ether induced masses. Some of the self-important indulgences of cagers are simply not acceptable and riding with an armor of vigilance seems the only way to not be added to the local traffic statistics.…
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Memorial Day bonding with da’ Bandit on goat!
After spending yesterday doing household chores that I have ignored for months, I decided this morning with coffee that I needed to pay attention to my new Bandit with more conviction than I had cleaning the mold out of the shower. So after a second cuppa joe and synapses jazzed, I donned my riding gear…
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Vincent Black Lightening…posted earlier, but good enough to post again for those that missed it.
I had only seen one ever…and then I heard this and was even more intrigued. Richard Thompson–Vincent Black Lightening 1952 I had to find more, know more. Where did these beautiful sexy machines rise from. Who was responsible for this wondrous exciting piece of motorcycle history. I was off on a research journey.
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Trial and Error…
The culprit You can see from this side shot, that the clearance between the rack and where the seat snaps in is small. Well, the seller of the Corbin Holeshot seat was kind enough to use the “motorcycle code of trust” and allow me to bring the seat home and try it on my bike……
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Tomorrow…a new seat for my Bandit! The farkling for fit begins…
I am in the process of trying to tweak my 07 Bandit to fit me better. So, to begin I amazingly found a new Corbin Holeshot seat on Craigslist and tomorrow I am going to go and pick it up. I have read a ton on these seats which will lower me by one inch,…
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Time to buck up, Opy….or getting your bike to fit you
Does this bike look to fit me?? It seems so in my estimation but I’ve got to say my arms look very tense!! After much consideration and soul-searching, I need to sit and soul search just why me and my 07 Bandit are having a difficult time bonding. One of the things that I need…
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My bike history and where to next?? Any suggestions for this rider?
My first bike: a 250cc Honda Rebel…cute eh? I began riding when I was easily considered to be too old to begin riding. 🙂 But I did it anyway. Gary had decided to start riding and after being a pillion a couple of times, I opted for “riding my own”. I took the MSF class…
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Lighter, shorter, flickable, but enough power? Suzuki Gladius
As I turn my sights to smaller displacement and lighter motorcycles, I recently found the Suzuki Gladius. This motorcycle is one you will either love or hate when you see it. Many critics have said that the styling is too “female” with its rounded edges, flowing lines and friendly ergos, like any of that is…
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Ashley Fiolek–a riders’ rider and inspiration to all!
This young woman is a total inspiration to overcoming obstacles and finding your dreams. I had the pleasure of meeting her at the AMA Women in Motorcycling conference in 2009. She continues to fine-tune her skills and to keep winning. She is an awesome rider and an amazing woman! KUDOS AHSLEY, you are one badass…
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1978 Kawasaki KZ 650SR–One awesome motorcycle…but what to do?
I have this beautiful old bike that now lives in our garage. Gary bought it three years ago and used it for commuting from Reno to Sacramento after his FZ1 was stolen. The ol’ boy ran like a top but was always difficult to start. Now it won’t start so lives in our garage. The…