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in reply to Neil E. Hodges

I'd love to do some traveling, but I need a bigger motorcycle first. I don't think that Grom will cut it. 😂
in reply to Dave Heinemann 🇦🇺

You'd be surprised. There are folks who do long-distance touring on mopeds (distinct from scooters). (Photo source)
in reply to Neil E. Hodges

It's definitely doable, but I think I need something a bit more practical to preserve my sanity.

Either that, or I need to do a better job of finding good back roads. 🤔 Australian highways have low speed limits and few people speed, but the Grom still ends up holding up traffic if people can't safely overtake.
in reply to Neil E. Hodges

I’m planning cross Canada from Ottawa to Tuktoyaktuk in the Summer on my Zero DSR/X. Will be Spotwalla-ing if you want to join in on the odd day ;-) biggest problem is charging up there, but I got my solar panels ready and tested… electric #motorcycle touring is different (sort of slower) but a very fine way to see places.


in reply to Neil E. Hodges

It's hard to argue with his numbers, but I think the market is beginning to change. I'm kinda interested in the Ryvid Anthem.

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Old guy riding a Piaggio MP3 scooter with an aftermarket exhaust is a kind of confidence I'll never have. I commend you, sir! #motorcycle

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Royal Enfield is the Harley-Davidson for those of us who aren't old and rich. #motorcycle
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If I didn't already have my Bonneville, I would definitely go for a CB1100. #motorcycle (Source)

in reply to Neil E. Hodges

It for sure is. Double bonus, if you open up the exhaust a touch it sounds like a Porsche, not a Sopwith Camel.
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Probably opened more than a touch with this 6-6, but what a nice sound.

https://youtu.be/dPdO3eMVonY

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Finally convinced @clover to ride with me after not having done so in what feels like years. I did a reprisal of a recent ride, albeit with a couple of added detours and without a stop in Coupeville or at Deception Pass. The weather was touch-and-go in places, but I feel like we had a good time. (And I'm sure the heated jacket helped her!) (Whidbey Island (2024-04-01), Album (51 photos), 9 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle #mywork

(I've been riding nearly every weekend in March, but I've been spending time refining my photo editing skills.)

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in reply to Neil E. Hodges

Looks like you had a great time. I have too started going out my dear, we are still learning. Riding with passenger feels different.
Take care, have fun!

in reply to Neil E. Hodges

they're not for every rider, but I love mine. I have owned other asian bikes when I was young and would be happy on anything I found that fit me. Still prefer Harley fit and finish and torquey low rumble. Nothing like them!

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My original plan for this ride was to have @clover along for it, but she wasn't feeling well and wanted to rest at home instead. I didn't feel like doing anything big since I hadn't made a backup plan, so I did a basic ride around south Puget Sound instead. (Kitsap Loop (2023-03-25), Album (12 photos), 6 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle #mywork

(I've been riding nearly every weekend in March, but I've been spending time refining my photo editing skills.)

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The allure of Eastern Washington became too much, so I headed over there via Snoqualmie Pass (the least likely route for snow). Rather than sticking to the Interstate, I also checked out the old highway (US 10) east of Cle Elum, which was exactly the kind of riding I look for. Only when I hit Moses Lake did I turn back, after exploring the mid-century downtown. (Moses Lake (2023-03-18), Album (85 photos), 15 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle #mywork

My #Triumph was plenty powerful enough to handle the nearly 100 MPH traffic speeds on I-90 in Eastern Washington, but the wind buffeting made me miss my Ninja.

(I've been riding nearly every weekend in March, but I've been spending time refining my photo editing skills.)

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Seems strange to me how #Honda has both the CBR600RR and the CBR650R. #motorcycle
in reply to Neil E. Hodges

IMHO, the more "R" in the name, the more expensive insurance. So I guess the more it is powerfull.
In the same brand + model, of course.
A CBR6000RR cannot fight against a GSXR1000.


Desmodromic valves seem like marketing hype without much merit in the modern day. #motorcycle #ducati

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Full touring mode unlocked! Thank you, Dad! #motorcycle

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With the memories of snow and cold in the mountains, I decided to ride up Whidbey Island instead. This also gave me the opportunity to check out the part of Deception Pass State Park that I'd missed during the wedding, as well as Kayak Point Regional Park. (Whidbey Island (2023-03-11), Album (74 photos), 17 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle

(I've been riding nearly every weekend in March, but I've been spending time refining my photo editing skills. These are some of the earliest photos from my practice.)

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Finally convinced @clover to go on a #motorcycle ride with me yesterday. She was freezing, but the heated jacket I got for her at least helped some. (More photos to come later.)



Saw someone riding a Meridan #Triumph triple yesterday. It made quite a sound! #motorcycle


in reply to Neil E. Hodges

Nice!

Which model is it? I've had my eye on the Ninja 650 lately as a potential second bike. They look pretty comfortable.
in reply to Dave Heinemann 🇦🇺

Thanks. It's a 1000SX. Very comfortable if you're used to a little forward lean.

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I kind of like it more when the power band is a bit higher in the rev range. It feels more refined to me. #motorcycle

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Good ride yesterday, albeit very cold in the mountains. (More photos to come later.) #motorcycle #photography


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My second attempt to visit Mineral went significantly better, though it was super quiet since it's mostly geared towards folks enjoying the adjacent lake. (Mineral II (2023-02-11), Album (35 photos), 12 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle

And on the way back, I was passed by a huge pack of sportbike riders who had zero chill.

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Stupefying CO2 in Motorcycle Helmets and the Free Fix

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Since I ride with earplugs, the chin curtain can't be helping me too much, anyway.
in reply to Neil E. Hodges

Mostly I used to ride only with a 3/4 helmet (and sometimes just a half) and I didn't get my first full-face until recently and it is a flip-up, and I do find it stuffy and will often flip it up at red lights.


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I wanted to finally check out the town of Mineral in Lewis County, and the roads seemed fine everywhere, but they ended up getting snowier the further up in elevation I went. By the time I hit the last road to get to the town, it was covered in slush and I went down maybe 100 feet after turning onto said road. (Blog Post, Album (7 photos), 7 photos attached) #photography #photog #photos #photo #motorcycle

A local helped me get the bike up on the slick surface and I headed straight home after. Mineral will have to wait until the weather warms up a bit.

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in reply to Neil E. Hodges

you know this but ..... that type of tyre/tread is not great for those conditions is it :-(





in reply to Neil E. Hodges

That is a good thing. If that had not worked you may have needed more people or a crane of some sort.

I hope you get the bike all fixed up!


Had a fall due to slush on the road to Mineral. I'm fine, and a local helped me get my bike up (too slick to do it solo). The roads were fine until the last little bit. I hate Winter. #motorcycle

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Finally got the chance to take this out on a proper ride, but only after getting a crash course in how to start a high-strung engine. Just like a bike with a carburetor, you have to take care with the choke and idle setting, through it's all electronic.

The bike was a lot of fun to ride! It was super light like a bicycle, and the smaller engine was really easy to work with after a few minutes.

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