The outside world always asks the same well-meaning, analytical question. You’ve heard it at gas stations, at local bike meets, and from folks leaning over the fence: “If you could only keep one, which would it be?” They are looking for a ranking. They want a data point—the most reliable, the fastest, the most comfortable, […]
A CBR 250R, a Rainy Road, and Split-Second Physics We’ve all been there—the “third shift fog.” You’ve finished your night’s work, the sun is just starting to peek over the horizon, and your only goal is your own bed. Several years ago, I was heading home after a long night shift on my Honda CBR […]
The Quiet Revolution of Itchy Boots For decades, the motorcycle industry has been selling a very specific kind of dream. It’s an expensive, high-octane narrative wrapped in a heavy package. Step into any showroom today, and you’re met with massive, twin-cylinder adventure machines boasting triple-digit horsepower, electronic suspension, and price tags that rival a respectable […]
Below are a few tips & resources to help make your motorbike project go smoothly… 1. The “Parts Sources” Cheat Sheet Nothing kills momentum like staring at a computer screen trying to find a 50-year-old gasket. Here is a categorized list of the “Heavy Hitters” in the vintage world. The Big Box (General Metric): Dime […]
I’ve always liked to ride in the morning. Sometime just after 8:00am when all the commuters are already at work and the roads are empty. Most of my rides fall into the category of slow relaxed rides out through the Ohio countryside. I find early morning riding is also a big plus when the summer […]