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Tag Archives: Motorcycle
Destination Bourbon Country: Ride to Woodford Reserve Distillery
As previously mentioned, last Saturday I joined a buddy of mine for a ride down to Woodford Reserve Distillery, south of Frankfurt, Kentucky. The weather forecast has been crap since at least last Friday, so I left the house prepared … Continue reading
Random Blurbs: Full Tilt Whitetail
Over the weekend I joined a buddy of mine for a trip down through bourbon country . On the way I spotted a deer moving at full tilt through the trees. Fortunately I was on the brake and downshifting long before … Continue reading
Motorcycle Maintenance: 30,000 mile service (abridged)
All of the exciting spring riding finally caught up to me last weekend; the odometer clicked 30,000 miles and it was time for another service. The modern Triumph twins run full synthetic oil, so the service intervals are every 6,000 miles, … Continue reading
Moto Philosophy: Charity and the “Poker Run”
The “Biker” stereotype has certainly been dulled in my lifetime. While still alive, in general, there has been significant growth in the number of motorcyclists, and therefore greater “acceptance” that motorcyclists aren’t societal deviants. What non-motorcyclists may or may not … Continue reading
Destination Menifee County: Gateway to Red River Gorge
With the long weekend at hand, the weather cooperated and I finally had a chance to head south to see family, while at the same time enjoying one of my favorite motorcycle rides. As previously mentioned, I make at least … Continue reading
Pubs and Street Eats 7: Random Street Tacos
Urban legend had it that there was a taco truck located somewhere in New Carlisle; I heard this rumor for some time after starting my new job in Huber Heights back in 2012. A few weeks back, in a completely … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews
Tagged Food Truck, Mexican Food, Motorcycle, Taco, Triumph Motorcycles, Triumph Speedmaster, Triumph Thruxton
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Random Blurb: Afternoon Lunch Encounter
I’ve been slammed in the office the past few weeks. Fortunately the weather has been spectacular which has increased riding opportunities, but for the most part it’s just been the daily grind. Since I’ve not had anything pithy to write … Continue reading
Posted in Gear - Maintenance - Safety, Opinion
Tagged Hawk, Motorcycle, Roadkill, Speedmaster, Triumph Motorcycles
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Dressing for the Apocalypse: 2015 Indy Mad Max Run
Last weekend was the 2nd Annual Indy Mad Max Ride and I wasn’t about to miss it. Being the guy who loves taking photos of slums, graffiti, and the like, a Mad Max themed event is like Halloween in April! … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
Tagged Apocalypse, Beyond Thunderdome, Indianapolis, Mad Max, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Events, Road Warrior, Speedmaster, Triumph
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Motorcycle Shopping: 7 Reasons to buy an Adventure Bike
Since the commenting that I’m in the market for an Adventure bike I’ve been met with apprehensive responses from a lot of different people. In attempt to better explain my interest, I started looking for articles outlining the advantages of owning … Continue reading
Posted in Bikes, Opinion
Tagged 1200 GS, 800 GS, Adventure, BMW, FJ-09, Kawasaki, KLR, Motorcycle, Suspension, Tiger 800, Tiger 955, Tiger Explorer, Triumph, Trophy, Yamaha
15 Comments
Motorcycle Maintenance: Routine Chain and Sprocket Replacement
While out sampling the fine Camden cuisine a couple weeks back, parked in front of The Depot, I noticed a piece of rubber O-ring seal protruding from my chain. With just shy of 26,000 miles, that chain’s days were numbered, … Continue reading
Posted in Gear - Maintenance - Safety
Tagged Chain and Sprocket, Maintenance, Motorcycle, Replacement Parts, Speedmaster, Triumph
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