SCRC Loudoun VA Featured Member - September, 2008
Name: Jim Bailey
Nickname: GaToR
Marital Status: Divorced/Engaged
Location: Hamilton, VA
Hometown: Greenville, NC
Children: Three: &
Jimmy-31; Married to Melany Moseley; no children; Wilmington, NC. David-26; Single; Wilmington, NC. Allison-23 Married to Scott Allen; 2 children (Emma-5 & Lily-2); Emerald Isle, NC
Age: 54
Occupation: Technical Writer; Construction and Sales
Current motorcycle(s): 2003 Harley Heritage Softail
How did you hear about the SCRC and when did you join?
Introduced by Sherry (Harley Girl) Voit; Joined 2 years ago.
How long have you been riding?
Forever.
Have you ever taken a motorcycle safety course?
No
What was your first bike?
Honda 500 Custom
How many bikes have you owned?
Around a dozen.
Why do you ride?
Because I can!
Have you ridden with an organized group before?
Yes, HOG Winchester Chapter.
What modifications have you done to your bike?
Tons of chrome & Harley parts; Bassani True Duals Exhaust System; &
Kuryakyn Lights & Fold down luggage rack; American Saddleman Seat.
What accessories do you want to add to your bike?
Few more minor pieces of chrome.
What is your dream bike?
I'm riding it!
What kind of riding do you like to do — straight-aways or twisties?
I enjoy ALL riding experiences, except heavy rain, snow or hail storms.
If you have a nickname, how did you get it? Tell the truth!
I like alligators and it's been rumored that I'm an "Insti-GATOR".
What is your favorite riding route?
Anywhere North, South or West of Leesburg.
Do you ride your bike to work?
Since I'm unemployed at this time...No...(BTW: if anyone needs a good tech writer, please let me know).
What is the fastest you’ve ridden?
Between 140-150 mph.
What is your favorite time of year to ride?
Coming up...Autumn.
Have you ever been down? If so, how were you hurt and what did you learn from the incident?
Had a bout with a fence a couple of years ago... going too fast in a curve...Learned to slow down in any curve, especially ones with no caution signs.
Have you ever done an "Iron Butt" ride?
No.
If not, what is the furthest you’ve ridden?
Non-stop, except for gas...500 miles.
What was the worst weather in which you’ve ridden?
Flash flood with water above ankles (on the bike).
Do you know how to work on your bike?
Some... Minor repairs & regular maintenance.
What is your favorite road song?
"On the Road Again" by Willie Nelson.
What was your most adventurous ride?
Daytona
What rallies or events do you like to attend?
Used to go to the Big East Coast events, but got tired of same ol' hoopla. I really like the Johnstown, PA "Thunder in the Valley".
Is there someone who rides "two-up" with you?
Yes, my fiancée Mary Webb (nickname: PINK).
Off the cuff from...GaToR
I've enjoyed the whole SCRC experience and met some great folks. I shoot from the hip and sometimes I'm blunt, so I hope I haven't ticked anyone off too much. Just remember my nickname GATOR as in "InstiGATOR". Ride safe everyone! .