2008 Honda Racing Thanks Day
Every year around Thanksgiving Honda Racing puts on their Thanks Day for the fans of Honda factory racing machines of all flavors, ... to get up close and personal with. Demo runs, ride alongs, autograph sessions and motorcycle riding classes are all part of the day’s events. Here one lucky Honda enthusiast gets a ride along in a JGTC [more...]
Date: 2008-11-30 09:24:32
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Aprilia SportCity 250
About 3-4 weeks ago I sold my Ducati. I survived a few years on it with only one crash the day after I bought it. Ah yes, that was fun ... like a little baby Aprilia sport bike, but it had big, wide, motorcycle-like tires, dual front disc ... into this 900cc Monster straight out of the motorcycle riding class. I really couldn't handle [more...]
Date: 2008-08-28 12:30:00
The Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round...
Transportation in Cali still proves to be an interesting and sometimes frightening part of my daily life. Not only could I still continue to write my motorcycle diaries (my friend, Paola, often gives me a ride to class on her bike), but I could produce an entire book filled with my regular escapades [more...]
Date: 2008-11-26 17:07:00
Is 'motorcycle safety' an oxymoron?
Big Ed has taken notice of the spate of motorcycle fatalities we've seen lately, and the trend is consistent nationwide ... limits, wearing a helmet, never riding drunk, taking state-endorsed safety classes. For about three ... are on the decline, motorcycle deaths have been on a steady increase for several years. Various parties cite [more...]
Date: 2008-09-05 16:08:17
Campbell takes 11th Baja 1000 win
From the SCORE Desert SeriesENSENADA, MEXICO — Robby Bell, Kendall Norman and Johnny Campbell teamed up to ride the No ... -record 11th overall motorcycle title. With the win, he broke the 10-10 tie he had with Larry Roeseler.With 347 starters competing in 28 Pro and seven Sportsman classes for cars, trucks, motorcycles [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 15:03:00
Here are some safety tips
Here are some safety tips for motorcycle riding from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety: * Get trained. Rider training classes for a variety of skill levels are held on a regular basis from spring ... recommends eye protection, a DOT-approved helmet, boots, gloves, motorcycle jacket and long pants. * Make [more...]
Date: 2008-09-18 18:06:18
I'm baaaack!
I am either delusional or pigs now fly because I just saw gasoline selling for $3.08!!!!!!!!!!! I had to turn my head to read the sign again ... a dozen small Midwest towns. The temperature could not have been more perfect for a motorcycle ride ... very interested as well. One mother took my card and info to help her arrange a class time [more...]
Date: 2008-10-13 22:48:00
Manuel Poggiali to leave racing at 25 years old
The news that has been circulating for a few days now seems true, unfortunately ... and 35 podium appearances in the two classes throughout his career. It’s sad news for the motorcycle ... Bianco, who has been riding for the San Marino Team 125. Poggiali leaves racing after having won two [more...]
Date: 2008-08-22 10:00:34
Catchin up on two weeks
The month of June has been reserved for visitors to the Karen B&B here in San Diego ... that I just upped and took a motorcycle safety class on my own a couple of years ago, Bridie decided to do the same and ended up buying a 1995 Yamaha Virago 250 shortly thereafter. Although she rides her bike [more...]
Date: 2008-06-16 03:59:35
Teens Halloween Costumes and Baby Costumes
by Golden Hickman Do kids come here every week? Yes. Kids are here every week form March through November ... plan, the exact classes and dosages of supplements to take are specified and these same supplements ... adults to do, but forbid children, such as motorcycle riding, skydiving, signing contracts, getting [more...]
Date: 2008-10-22 12:18:36
Classic Open Face Helmet - Ride In Class
by John Daniele The bikers always say that you should never leave your home without a helmet ... is to provide motorcycle safety to the rider by protecting the biker’s head in case of an accident. Moreover ... ventilation and protects from the elements. Why use a helmet in the first place? A motorcycle helmet [more...]
Date: 2008-07-19 07:23:34
Attention, shoppers
Orin O’Neill photo For many, the “riding season” is over ... , if you know where to look. Now is a very good time to sign up for motorcycle safety class. And if you’re looking at 50cc scooters, Cycle World has a group review, though they leave out the Genuine Buddy [more...]
Date: 2008-11-14 19:47:37
The SunTrust MOTO-ST Series set to debut at Heartland Park Topeka
Non-stop action-packed racing will definitely abound When the SunTrust MOTO-ST Series makes its debut at Heartland Park Topeka, August 16-17. Featuring a full field of riders in three classes: The Buell Motorcycle Company SuperSport ... and are more determined than ever to do it again. Sharing riding duties aboard the team’s Ducati PS1000E [more...]
Date: 2008-08-08 05:42:49
Car Insurance for Motorists
I always see to it that I get my auto insurance renewed every year before the very day it expires and it has to be first class in order to get rid ... riding in your car. It also covers family members that drive your car. What I like most with my car ... the motorcycle drivers who usually don’t have any policies but still drive their motorcycles [more...]
Date: 2008-12-02 12:06:46
Austin is Rocking and Chilly
Riding a motorcycle at highways speeds when the temperature is fifty degrees is an activity best put off, ... necessarily physically thanks to an absence of good food & yoga classes and a difficult to deal with amount [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 18:37:00
Rossi Has Another Target
IF there were any thoughts that this weekend’s Polini Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix would be a Sunday ride for the returning world champion Valentino Rossi (top), it would be wrong. The 29-year old Italian Yamaha rider is poised to equal the legendary Mick Doohan’s five premier class (500cc and MotoGP) victories in the ... [more...]
Date: 2008-10-15 09:27:26
Anti Monkey Butt Powder Commercial Is Classing Up ESPN
Seen during SportsCenter this morning, a little too early in the morning: this commercial for the award-winning product "Anti Monkey Butt Powder," which absorbs sweat and prevents the chafing that apparently accompanies long rides in a big rig or motorcycle: You stay classy, ESPN. [more...]
Date: 2008-06-25 15:09:11
Yokley Takes Power Line by Storm
William Yokley and his RANGER RZR took the Open Modified UTV Class at Power Line Park and remained undefeated in GNCC UTV Racing this season ... American-made motorcycle from a major company in nearly 60 years. Polaris also enhances the riding ... , and rapidly making impressive in-roads into the motorcycle cruiser and touring marketplace under [more...]
Date: 2008-10-14 08:28:57
Basic Rider Course
Last Tuesday and Wednesday was spent attending the Basic Riding Course at the Honda Rider Education Center in Colton. Passing the course meant that I did not have to take the motorcycle skill test at the Department ... on a motorcycle after completing this course.There were seven of us in the class. Most interesting was Dave, a 70 [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 01:58:00
Star youngster’s double success
Colac district speedster Kurt Spence timed his ride to perfection to achieve double success in a western region motocross championship. Kurt, 10, came from second position in the 65cc and 85cc B Grade classes to claim both titles in the final round of the regional series at Colac’s motorcycle track. The result [more...]
Date: 2008-11-12 00:17:06
My Star Priestess Loves Her River Religion
Trees were luminous in the mist. They maintained their stillness. A dog barked at 9:39. A car horn honked 5 times at 9:41. Blue skies were concealed behind a blanket of fog. Blueness bled through a little but it was difficult to tell if there were clouds up there as well. A distant train sounded its horn at 10:43. A car honked seconds later [more...]
Date: 2008-11-07 04:09:16
Choosing Perfect Bike Is Very Necessary
As people grow up they start having wonderful fantasies and these are developed as a result of others showing them. Most of the younger generation would love to own bikes which could be sped with. But while choosing your favorite, there should various things that have to be considered and taken into account [more...]
Date: 2008-11-26 05:34:08
Adjusting to North Carolina
We have just hit our 2 month mark since arriving in North Carolina. For the most part it has been an easy transition for us ... . You have to be willing to swap paint to get home. North Carolina doesn’t seem to like protected green light turns ... to go out for a nice ride on your motorcycle? HAHA sucker. On your bike you do not exist, think woman [more...]
Date: 2008-12-01 15:44:30
Notes from the edge
In the spirit of the jobbers over at Apples & Moustaches, let’s hit some highlights and lowlights of the past couple of weeks ... . :( My motorcycle, which has been languishing in the mechanic’s shop for *three full months* cannot be repaired ... , and I missed the last three months of riding season. On a more :) note at least they're not [more...]
Date: 2008-11-12 21:04:51
I have so much to tell ya!
My not-so-little hometown scrapbook store, Scrapbook Boulevard, is featured this month on the tattered Angels Website!!! How cool is that? I go into this store at least a couple of times a week to buy stuff I need for classes, to shop ... ! She will be teaching classes at scrapbooking stores around Southern California starting this month [more...]
Date: 2008-11-10 04:53:00
All About Motorcycle Classifications
There are many types of motorcycles, with each class having distinct differences. Here are the basics of the different types of motorcycle classes ... to be the most widely customized motorcycles and as such are sometimes referred to as “custom motorcycles”. These custom cruisers, also called “choppers”, which comes from a reference to the frame [more...]
Date: 2008-12-01 05:05:36
AMA Announces Agreement To Sanction WORCS Events For 2009
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is proud to announce that it will sanction the World Off-Road Championship Series (WORCS) for 2009 ... is a unique area of motorcycle competition where both the country’s top athletes and recreational amateur racers frequently compete in their respective classes at the same events,” said AMA President [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 22:16:21
The Muscato College for Everyday Betterment
I sometimes wish I could take time off from a job to study again, like when I was in college, except take totally different courses ... Spanish and riding a motorcycle. Here is the latest version of additional courses I would take ... is pretty good. Motorcycle? Ride Chicago is like four blocks from my apartment. Longboard: meet [more...]
Date: 2008-10-05 23:54:57
Tuesday Tip - Motorcycle Safety
With gas prices being what they are, many people have turned to a motorcycle for their daily commute ... your life.Here are some links to information resources and rider classes;California Motorcycle Safety ... requires that a motorcycle rider obtain a Class M1 endorsement on their license. The test is fairly [more...]
Date: 2008-11-04 12:06:00
Dance Talk ® 11/17/08
Today we cried. One of the most compelling dancers of our generation has passed away. Loved by so many, Arte Phillips is a dance legend. Our condolences to his thousands of students, teachers, friends, family and admirers, world wide. Only three months shy of his 50th birthday, the dance world is heart broken [more...]
Date: 2008-11-17 16:01:49
countersteering [ self-defense while riding]
Christen and Tony, Tony is right about this being a bit tricky at first ... completely bizarre when described in print--take the Street Skills classes. Jon On Aug 13, 2008 ... -to-turn. > > Next time you are riding in a safe place with lots of room to > maneuver, try [more...]
Date: 2008-08-13 23:10:14
Choosing Perfect Bike
As people grow up they start having wonderful fantasies and these are developed as a result of others showing them ... are not for you. As for experimenting bike riding, it is always advised to start off with the modest models. These are recommended for experts as they have wonderful experience in bike riding. For those entire debuting [more...]
Date: 2008-11-19 06:58:24
In conversation with Shigeru Takagi – Senior MD, Honda
Shigeru Takagi, Senior Managing Director, Honda Motor Company, speaks about what to expect from Honda over the next few years. And yes, motorcycle airbags is one of those things...Honda are celebrating their 60th anniversary ... classes. I think that these were great achievements for Honda and inspiring motivation [more...]
Date: 2008-09-24 18:05:00
Teen racer on learning curve
As the Labor Day Weekend approaches Most teenagers are thinking nervously about the upcoming school year. But for 17- year-old motorcycle racer Brett McCormick, the focus will be squarely on the track ... racers opens Friday with qualifying on Saturday and racing set for Sunday afternoon. Riding [more...]
Date: 2008-08-28 14:10:52
Four days played, and nobody’s over 70
Warning! This post got quite long - I had a lot to say! I took last Thursday and Friday off to play the game. I was concerned that, due to my computer not meeting the minimum requirements for BC, I may not be able to play WotLK. Thankfully, my $40 was not wasted. I can play, but it is very laggy in crowded places [more...]
Date: 2008-11-17 20:55:16
Reasons Why I'm not in "Kansas" Anymore...
Traveling always introduces us to new ways of life and reminds us that no country on the planet does things exactly the same same way, which is one of the many beauties and frustrations of living outside of one's familiar territory. I could keep a daily blog that would be full of such observations, [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 22:45:00
Transformers 2 Spoilers
This information about Transformers 2 comes to me from a trusted source that reveals what could be a very significant plot detail for the upcoming ... the movie, the first day of classes for Sam, and the second day of class. On the first day of class ... motorcycle that people have seen in pictures. I don’t think that proves whether [more...]
Date: 2008-06-26 14:54:52
Thoughts on a Scooter-Based Lifestyle
This is a guest post from Stephen Popick, administrator for the Get Rich Slowly discussion forums ... to take a motorcycle safety course, such as the one given by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation ... is no different (in terms of safety) than driving a motorcycle. In my four years operating [more...]
Date: 2008-10-19 12:00:42
Transportation
Davan and I headed out today on foot toward her gym for open gym. We were only about five minutes from home when she decided that she didn't want to go after all. You see, I'd explained to her that she had two options for what I'd do at open gym to prevent open gym meltdowns. She could choose spectator or coach [more...]
Date: 2008-11-15 23:57:18
MotoGP 08 PAL XBOX360
MotoGP 08 PAL XBOX360 MotoGP 08 PAL XBOX360 MotoGP is the world’s premier motorcycling championship consisting of 18 Grand Prix races hosted around the globe. It features top motorcycle manufacturers such as Honda, Yamaha ... by letting them join a team and compete alongside their sporting heroes in all three race classes – [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 13:18:26
Thai Internet wunderkind captivates audiences from behind bars
Panrit Daoruang, popularly known as ‘Gor,’ once blogged about his life as a teen drug addict. Now he crusades about prison overcrowding and helps fellow inmates.The Christian Science Monitor, October 7, 2008For Thailand’s most famous blogger, who launched an online diary at age 12, [more...]
Date: 2008-10-07 15:18:04
Cheap Motorcycle Insurance Buyers Guide
Tips on how to get Cheap Motorcycle Insurance Now that you know how the motorcycle insurance company will view and rate you, ... Motorcycle Training: Taking special DMV or other motorcycle classes can help decrease you rate. Just make ... you will find a great deal on cheap motorcycle insurance. When you are comparing companies, reduce your best [more...]
Date: 2008-11-06 05:14:28
Sudamérica
(Download image-enhanced .pdf) Agua Dulce, Agua Sala (South America 2008) Commencing transposition of barely legible scrawl in a small black notebook, I begin committing this entry from an internet café overlooking the local plaza of Aguas Calientes, portal town to the Incan ruins of Machu Picchu, deep within the Peruvian Andes [more...]
Date: 2008-10-24 17:32:18
Crater Lake run. Fire up the time machine and go back a month ... on a motorcycle. The main reason for the trip was to conduct a site audit for our motorcycle training program ... . This visit was for the job that fuels my motorcycle addiction. Since it was so far away, might [more...]
Date: 2008-08-20 04:59:23
Fall Camping Destinations Full of Color - VERMONT
Every year about this time I become more aware of my surroundings and of the changes taking place outdoors. The first thing I notice is those first few trees and bushes that start putting on their fall color show. Then I start to notice how the smell of the air changes and how it becomes crisper and fresher [more...]
Date: 2008-09-25 10:41:21
Fistfulls of fur!
That's what it takes to ride a bear. Well that, and some large, brass cajones and possibly a screw or two loose....In order to ride the "Black Bear Enduro" however, all you need is a motorcycle, some riding gear ... is hosted by the Cascade Family Motorcycle Club and was held on November 2nd at the Tahuya State Forest ORV [more...]
Date: 2008-11-05 00:31:00
Manhatten Video Tape--the first 20 pages.
This is the first 20 or so pages of my Novel called Manhattan Video Tape. Please read and give me some feedback. I am about half done with it but it is all in pieces and needs to be transcribed, edited and added to.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Manhattan Video Tapethe first 20 or so pages [more...]
Date: 2008-11-06 20:14:00
Manuscrpt - Chapter Nine
Butterflies in the Belfry . . . Dragons in the DungeonOne Man’s Perilous Search for Authentic ChristianityChapter NineLinchpin The last foundational block was the most interesting and difficult to explain. It was also unspoken and not acknowledged, even on a sub-conscious level [more...]
Date: 2008-11-17 05:51:00
Reflections On NaNoWriMo and Life (with Chocolate on the Side)
Ok, so there's no chocolate. I ate it all. Ev.er.y. bit. I just used that in the title to lure you in so I can bore you to tears talking about my NaNoWriMo successes and failures.There's only 1 week left. I only wrote one sentence during the all inclusive family fun fest at our house [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 13:10:00
Secret Lives of Teachers
Mr. Lex volunteers with wildlife Feathers are flying, owls are hooting, and Chemistry teacher Mr. Lex is right at home among these birds of prey ... , but decided not to because of expense. (sara schlueter) Ms. Walsh trades in classes for cuts and colors [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 19:41:12
