So... I bought one of these recently (a 2022 model with < 1Kmi and ABS) and havi
ng a blast re-experiencing my youth. I've already put over 100 miles on it.
https://imgur.com/a/ryPIivv
My first very-own motorcycle, when I was about 13 years old, was a used Honda XR
75 (1974). I rode the hell out of that bike, occasionally on city streets, often
at night with no lights and no helmet (no, my parent did not know). She wasn't
fast or good looking, but I loved her. I don't remember when I sold her, but aft
er that, I owned an MX bike (RM250), some buggies and quads, but really nothing
for 15+ years after breaking my collar bone after highsiding while doing donuts
on my Suzuki Z400.
Rather than buy another XR, I opted for the Grom, which is more of a street bike
(though there are street-legal XRs). It's been a blast riding (mostly alone and
usually just on residental/empty streets) and reliving my youth. I bought new s
afety gear and have been doing some cosmetic mods on the bike.
Anyone else own a Grom or other motorcycle you ride often?
When I see a dangerous motorcyclist or accident, I always think: "What an idiot"
and really judge them for riding a motorcycle on streets in the first place. So
I definitely have no danger/death wish, but the experience just can't be beat,
I don't think. I have a greater understanding why people continue to make that r
isk/choice.
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digital man (rob)
Sling Blade quote #3:
Karl (re: killing Doyle): That second one just plum near cut his head in two.
Norco, CA WX: 56.7°F, 85.0% humidity, 4 mph WSW wind, 0.01 inches rain/24hrs
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