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Another Vincent Tidbit
In an article in the Los Angeles Times, Susan Carpenter states that vintage motorcycles are being sold at auction, “Now they’re paying six figures. And the price increases are happening even as the market for new motorcycles is tanking.” Read more here. Even in a down economy, the sexy Vincent shows its class!! This Vincent…
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More on Vincents
In a attempt to follow up with the Vincent thread, I have some new information to share with you vintage model lovers with a “new twist on an old favorite” as coined by this article. The new Vincent Black Shadow is quite a looker as you can see from the following pix. The Standard Version…
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Vincent Black Lightning…
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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Riding the Grease: Gary’s take on the scenery!
Gary’s take on Riding the Grease! So, Donna’s told the tale of a fabulous ride and she suggested I post some of the pix I took on the trip. Indeed, she said I oughta post my top 10 pix from the trip… Top 10… outta 650? Mhmm, I’ll remember that when she’s getting ready to…
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Happy Mother’s Day…a bit late
I can’t believe I didn’t post a special tribute to my mother on Mother’s Day, but we were on the road “riding the Grease”. Well, damn, I suck but let me post it now as my mom is the BEST and June 1st isn’t too late. ; ) Here’s to you Mom, the best Mom…
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10 Hot Weather Riding Myths–BUSTED!
Thanks goes to my friend Wild Will at Motorcyclist Cafe for reprinting this important article from Soundrider.com Remember how important it is to stay hydrated and cool when doing summer riding. Get out your cooler gear, but remember to keep covered. ATGATT will not only keep your skin safe but it will reduce sun damage…
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Riding the Grease: UT to NV and the end to a GREAT RIDE
We knew we needed to do our best to include Bryce NP in this day so after absorbing the complete beauty of Capitol Reef we rode onward toward Bryce. Panguitch was our overnight spot with Kharon’s Harold’s Place Cabins as our destination. It was a tough job, this trip, and we were doing our best…
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Riding the Grease: Green River, UT to Panguitch, UT
We left Green River with the wind still howling, but with our tanks full of gas, we felt ready to take it on. Green River is a pretty sad sight of a town that was thriving at one time before the freeway. Now, it is run down, with many closed and boarded up businesses. The…
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Riding the Grease: Colorado to Utah
From Cortez and Mesa Verde, we made our way north skirting the west edge of the Rockies. I can only imagine crossing the Rockies, that being a ride in the future. We stopped in Dolores, CO for coffee and encountered yet another restaurant that was about to close. They greeted us with eager enthusiasm, and…
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Riding the Grease: Page to Cortez
Page AZ to Cortez, CO and Mesa Verde didn’t provide many miles but we did go through Monument Valley and some totally awesome country. Every pic you have seen of Monument Valley can’t help but display the “real” thang. There is almost no way to get a bad pic, much like the Grand Canyon. I…
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