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A Civil Engineer

Where Do You Park Your Cell Phone?

Posted on March 23, 2019 by desmoderek

I count myself to be one of the lucky ones. I’m also a bit superstitious, an odd trait for an engineer I’ll grant you, but true nonetheless. I tend to believe there is no such thing as luck, good or … Continue reading →

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Bonneville to Scrambler in 145 Easy Steps: Part 3 (of 3).

Posted on January 26, 2019 by desmoderek

Being a regular reader of this esteemed blog, I’m figuring you’ve already read Parts 1 and 2 of this build trilogy and are settling in to digest the contents of the final piece. You are asking yourself “What happened between … Continue reading →

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Welche Für Dich?

Posted on December 23, 2018 by desmoderek

My buddy Andy is on a short list of folks I know that share my unadulterated lust for everything two-wheels. Andy has had no shortage of opportunities to sample bikes of every variety; despite appearances, there’s a much deeper connection going on between man in machine as he perfects the team parked in his stable. Continue reading →

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Bonneville to Scrambler in 145 Easy Steps: Part 2 (of 3).

Posted on November 16, 2018 by desmoderek

If you’re a regular follower of this blog you may have read Part 1 of this trilogy, and if you’re not, I recommend you go back and read that before continuing here. The main reason for that request is the … Continue reading →

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Orange Fever

Posted on August 19, 2018 by desmoderek

Breakfast was being served at home as I started talking to my fantabulous wife about what was going on regarding the bikes in the garage. “I am so bored of this conversation.” She says. “Every time you want a new … Continue reading →

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Bonneville to Scrambler in 145 Easy Steps: Part I

Posted on July 22, 2018 by desmoderek

Almost a year ago, I found myself the proud owner of a 2008 Triumph Bonneville Black that’s seen about 34,000 miles pass under its wheels. As a 10-year-old, the bike was in excellent shape, and still in near-stock condition. Almost … Continue reading →

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Ducati Scrambler: First Impressions of the 1100 Sport and 800 Cafe Racer

Posted on June 14, 2018 by desmoderek

My Buddy Andy recently took a spin on two of Ducati’s hot new Scramblers. Check out his first impressions of these new Red Headed Italian Supermodels. Continue reading →

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