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Cleveland IMS: Yamaha – A bike for every taste
Yamaha is obviously known for many things: Valentino Rossi, goes without saying; the YZF-R1, which certainly has its own following akin to the GSX-R; the FJR, the FZ1, the new FZ-09… I can go on (let’s not forget dirt bikes either). … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
Tagged FJ-09, FJR, FZ-07, FZ-09, Motorcycle, R3, Rossi, SR400, Stratoliner, Super Tenere, Tiger 1050, Triumph, Trophy, Yamaha, YZF-R1
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Cleveland IMS: Bavarian MotorWerks – Two-Up
After Harley Davidson’s 45 degree V-twin, there is probably no other engine as iconic as the BMW “Boxer”. I have recognized the engine for years, even before I was riding motorcycles; until recently, I never saw the allure. BMW’s flat … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
Tagged 1200 GS, 1200 RT, 800 GS, Adventure, BMW, Cafe Racer, Motorcycle, pillion seat, R NineT, Thruxton, Tiger 1050, Tiger 800, Triumph
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Cleveland IMS: first up – Italian Super Models
After a arriving late to the show my wife and I pushed our way through the crowd to the first booth; Northern Ohio Ducati Triumph & the Ducati manufacturer’s booth. Last year the Northern Ohio guys brought some cool bikes … Continue reading
Posted in Events & Rides
Tagged Bonneville, Diavel, Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, Ducati, Hypermotard, Moto Guzzi, Motorcycle, Multistrada, Penigale, Scramber, Speedmaster, Triumph, V7
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Cleveland IMS: A glimmer of hope in January
January in Ohio is a cold, grey, dreary place; fortunately it’s also the month that the Progressive International Motorcycle Show (IMS) comes to visit Cleveland. This year is my second trip up to Cleveland for the show; a long drive, … Continue reading
Posted in Bikes, Events & Rides
Tagged Adventure, BMW, Cleveland, Ducati, FJ-09, Harley Davidson, IMS, Indian, Motorcycle, NineT, R1, Scout, Scrambler, Speedmaster, Tiger 800, Triumph, Yamaha
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Surviving the Winter: Day 28
I brought the bike back to the house last Friday. The past few winters since I got my license I’ve typically stored my ride elsewhere because I don’t have a garage. I suppose that’s a dirty secret I hadn’t yet … Continue reading
Frostbite: Riding below zero
“Aren’t you cold?” Me: “No; it’s all about Passion” “How do you ride when it’s this cold?” Me: “All the right gear” Some of you have probably had this conversation a few times. The looks of other drivers on the … Continue reading
Posted in Gear - Maintenance - Safety, Opinion
Tagged Escape Pants, Firstgear, Gmax, Gmax 54S, Motorcycle, Rainier Jacket, Speedmaster, Triumph
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Pubs & Street Eats 1
While riding is most certainly about satisfying my adrenaline addiction, it’s also about the drinks, local eats, and good company. I typically pick rides that are off the beaten path, but to keep the wife interested on the road I typically … Continue reading
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Tagged Hamburger Wagon, Motorcycle, Pubs & Street Eats, Speedmaster, Triumph
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The Hamburger Wagon: Pubs & Street Eats in the ‘Burg
While riding is most certainly about satisfying my adrenaline addiction, it’s also about the drinks, local eats, and good company. I typically pick rides that are off the beaten path, but to keep the wife interested on the road I typically … Continue reading
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Tagged Hamburger Wagon, Motorcycle, Pubs & Street Eats, Speedmaster, Triumph
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Snowpocalypse: is riding in the snow possible; if so, at what cost?
The first major snow has just fell in Dayton, and I’m salty about it. Year-round riding is definitely in my repertoire, but at some point, the bike gets parked in the garage. But what if I didn’t have to? Is … Continue reading
What started it all
Everyone has a story about the moment they caught moto-fever, here’s mine: I wish I had an original childhood Cinderella story, but that would be a lie. It is true that at about four years old my dad took me … Continue reading
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