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How did you hear about the
SCRC and when did you join?
I had heard about it from
Prakash, who also hung out on the Road Star Forum.
He invited me to a meeting when I had come out one
week from St. Louis to do some work in our office
here. Can't remember what month we joined. I'm not
good with remembering anniversaries.
How long have you been
riding?
Off and on since I was a
kid. Started with mini-bikes, to dirt bikes, then
hit the streets at 18. I did take about a 10 year
break.
Have you ever taken a
motorcycle safety course?
No, but I guess I really
should.
What was your first bike?
It was something like a 72
or 74 Honda CB350. Man that thing could do some
wheelies ;)
How many bikes have you
owned?
This is my 4th. The
first new one.
Why do you ride?
Because I can. Kind of like
asking a dog why he hangs his head out the window.
Have you ridden with an
organized group before?
Yes. Were were members of
the Road Raptors RC in Belleville, IL, and I've also
ridden as a guest with a lot of other clubs over the
years.
What modifications have
you done to your bike?
I think it would be easier
to tell you what I haven't done.
What accessories do you
want to add to your bike?
We need to get some back
rests for the new seat we recently got. Then I'd
love a bore kit, and some custom paint.
What is your dream bike?
I dream about most all
bikes. Building my own bar hopper is my real dream.
What kind of riding do
you like to do – straight-aways or twisties?
Really depends on my mood. I
think most of us live for the twisties, but then
again you can't look around as much as when on a
nice flat straigt road.
If you have a nickname,
how did you get it? Tell the truth!
No one really calls me by my
forum name, so guess I don't have a story. Give me
time though, I'm sure I'll do something stupid
someone will brand me for.
What is your favorite
riding route?
Haven't been in the area
long enough to try them all to pick a favorite. So
Far though, the Blackfalls ride has been the most
beautiful I've even taken.
Do you ride your bike to
work?
I used to almost every day
in Illinois. Now that Marcia and I commute together,
not near as much as I would like. She looks better
without helmet hair.
What is the fastest
you’ve ridden?
about 130 or so on my last
bike. Got to thinking I'd better slow down, because
wearing no helmet or leather wasn't such a bright
idea...
What is your favorite
time of year to ride?
Early fall, when it is just
starting to cool off, and the shadows are getting
longer.
Have you ever been down?
If so, how were you hurt and what did you learn from
the incident?
Several times on the dirt.
Three times on the street. All minor with little
damage to me or the bikes. Biggest thing I've
learned form the falls was, it hurts bouncing your
head off the concrete, and skin heals. I know I
should dress for the crash instead of the ride, but
life is short, so why be uncomfortable? Probably not
my wisest quote though.
Have you ever done an
“Iron Butt” ride?
No. That's Mr. Boney
Candy-A$$ for you all..
If not, what is the
furthest you’ve ridden?
I've done days between 5 and
600 miles, but I'm not that young any more. I need a
Couch before I try a longer ride.
What was the worst
weather in which you’ve ridden?
Quite a few bad times. Once
with pea sized hail. Stopped real fast. Didn't hurt
near as bad sitting on the side of the road. This
past April I rode out to Front Royal in pretty heavy
rain, and about 45 outside. That was one of my
stupider ideas...
Do you know how to work
on your bike?
I am a firm believer if
you're gonna ride, you better know how to fix it.
They started out being ridden by guys that tinkered,
and I just believe you still need to be that way to
ride. I know most just trailer it to the shop now
though.
What is your favorite
road song?
Not really a song. No music
on my bike. Listening to the engine and wind rushing
by is the best music in the world
to me.
What was your most
adventurous ride?
Probably the nights I didn't
remember getting home on the bike. Those were really
stupid times. That was a very big part of why I quit
riding for about 10 years. I knew I needed to grow
up a little before I killed myself or someone else.
What rallies or events do
you like to attend?
We really love Hog Rock in
Southern IL. We prefer the wilder rallies, without
all the commercialism.
Is there someone who
rides “two-up” with you?
That would be the lovely
wife Marcia.
Off the cuff from
Similost…
"There
is a saying I'm sure most know, about sliding in
sideways all used up. I've always tried to live
along the lines of that motto, but this world has
gotten too uptight and conformist crazy to live that
way without ending up in jail. I feel that if you
aren't living to the fullest, you are just existing.
At least now I have this group to be with, and
hopefully some of the good will rub off on me. I'd
sill rather live more a true nomadic biker lifestyle
though. I still can't believe I'd be interesting
enough to be a featured member of the month. I guess
I was the easy mark since I'm pretty new to the
club, ;)"
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