During this “idle” period we are experiencing, I thought it an ideal time to address a few maintenance items and finish some custom work I started last… Read more “Lift Work”
Category: Old Motorcycles
Age, Wisdom & Reality
It is said that “Wisdom is the result of accumulation of error”. One might read that statement and conclude they are the wisest person on the planet.… Read more “Age, Wisdom & Reality”
Uncharted Territory
So here I am, hip deep in a swamp I have never, ever ventured into and I am constantly wondering if at any moment, an Alligator the… Read more “Uncharted Territory”
The Inside
I’ve been riding since 1978 and I’ve owned 3 bikes. While many of you have owned as many bikes on any given day, I may aspire to… Read more “The Inside”
Old and New Come Together
For the second year in a row, I had the opportunity to attend the Cheap Thrills Motorcycle Swap Meet at the Asbury Park Convention Center in, of… Read more “Old and New Come Together”
Zu früh alt, zu spät schlau
The title, as you may have surmised, is in the native tongue of my father, German. It means “Too soon old, too late smart”. Something my dad… Read more “Zu früh alt, zu spät schlau”
Insult to Injury
Just when I thought It couldn’t get any worse, this happens. What you are seeing is my trickle charger telling me my battery has no power or.… Read more “Insult to Injury”
Questionably “Solid” Ground
As an owner and rider of a large burly heavy motorcycle, I can attest that being sure-footed is not something one should take for granted, ever. I’d… Read more “Questionably “Solid” Ground”
The sound of Silence…is frustrating.
Communication is everything when in a group ride. Be it via hand signals or some sort of COM unit, communication can be fun and great big help… Read more “The sound of Silence…is frustrating.”
Watered Down
Continuing the Asshat theme, I turn focus to legislation and the Asshattery that ensues very shortly thereafter. In this case, Ethanol based fuels and the amount of… Read more “Watered Down”
