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My first attempt at a MOTO SLIDE SHOW…revisited
Shameless self-indulgence documenting my first three seasons of moto-travel with Iggy Pop’s help. Time to make another…; )
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From Board to Bike
I love stories with a happy ending. I love skateboarding, so I get my full on gratification from this little article found at the NYTimes from the summer. I meant to post earlier, but hey…enjoy it now!
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BMW Concept C: the ultimate riding experience for urban mobility…
NICE….Now that’s one sexy scooter!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-6S0z_lwfY
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Motorcycles as ART
Motorcycles, to a rider are nearly always observed as art, in that we like the shape, the color, the chrome, the gizmos, the chain, sprocket, lever design, performance, etc. But it isn’t often recognized as art by the art world itself. Though the designs of motorbikes has been an obvious industrial design that has flourished…
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The new Harley XR1200X
After yesterday’s Harley wise crack, I was compelled to to a review of the new Harley XR1200X. This is Harley Davidson’s latest attempt at making a bike to cross over into sport bike territory, since they stop making the Buell. I have not ridden this bike, but fully intend to check it out. I have…
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2011 BMW F800 ST…powerful enough for a woman ; )
The BMW F800 ST is on my list of must ride asap. I have longed looked at this gorgeous machine and have spoken to friends that own them and espouse their golden traits, but I have yet to drink the kool-aid, but look forward to the opportunity. Sitting on my friend Ken’s I first discovered…
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2011 Honda CBR250R–Great to see a new entry level motorcycle with style and grace and power enough for 2-up??
Straight from the Honda site. ‘If you’re looking for an affordable, smart, capable and fun way to enjoy life on two wheels—have we got a bike for you: the all-new Honda CBR250R! The new, fuel-injected CBR250R offers everything you want in a first-time bike: Light weight. A powerband that’s immensely user-friendly. Excellent fuel economy. Unmatched…
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Wow…Triumph 800 cc Tiger XC
799cc Triple Switchable ABS Chain drive 6 speed Adjustable preload 5 Gallon Tank 473 Lbs Start Your Adventure
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Thumbs up for the bike–Thumbs down for the ad
Ducati created a gorgeous new superbike, the 848-EVO. This new bike with all the bells and whistles is the pinnacle of sport bike engineering touting a 140 HP and weighing in at only 369 pounds. In addition to a more powerful engin, the EVO chassis and braking systems have been upgraded. A cross-mounted steering damper…
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My new baby!!! Bandito2
I picked up Bandit2 late yesterday afternoon and put him to the test. I rode from Windsor over 128 to Spanish Flat, by accident and then onward through Winters making my way via backroads to Sacramento. A lovely inaugural ride, complete with some twistie road, a bit o’ freeway and nightfall. He preformed brilliantly!! The…