Friday, December 30, 2011

Christmas Duc

Normally I don’t take photos of stock bikes, but when I walked out of work on my break yesterday, you could just smell the new radiating off this one from ten feet away. Add that it was December 29, and I’m guessing somebody got a shiny red Ducati for Christmas. Four days later, it’s sunny and nearly 70 degrees.

Merry Christmas, Mr. or Miss New Ducati Owner, whoever you are. Now: go ride the shine off that thing.
















Monday, December 26, 2011

Posers vs Actual Bikers


1920 Triumph

500cc and putting out a massive 4 horsepower...

No twist throttles back then. Those levers controlled fuel/air mix, speed, ignition timing, etc
Yes, those are the brakes - just like on your ten speed.



Belt drive repairs were simpler and cheaper ninety years ago.



Saturday, December 24, 2011

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

No Excuses

















It was 40 - 45 degrees and raining. Instead of asking for charity, this guy put his wheelchair on a sidecar and rode his bike to a Toy Run to help a charity.

















A lot of people who normally attend this run either stayed home or drove cars. The kids get excited about motorcycles, so this guy joined in with those who didn't let a little weather scare them off.


















I repeat: 40 degrees and raining. Sidecar to hold his wheelchair.

What's YOUR excuse for not riding?