Ever since day one with the new V Strom, (2014 DL 1000) almost every review that I read commented about the sub-par windshield. Everybody loved how easy it was to adjust it. Four bolts to get get you a few inches of height or a simple spring mechanism to get the right tilt. But that's... Continue Reading →
I finally landed on a duffel bag choice for the upcoming AK trip. The North Face Base Camp Duffel in Medium size. A glorious 70 liters of pure goodness. Sure I was all high and mighty for the Mosko Moto Duffel and I still am, but after HC Allen told me about the 40 dollar... Continue Reading →
The morning cup of coffee is such an important ritual for most people. You're half awake and you stumble to the kitchen and fire up the coffee pot. The aroma of the morning brew can be so heavenly. Mmm, can you smell it? There is such an emotional connection to that smell, it is really hard... Continue Reading →
Be on the lookout for a re-creation of this photograph sometime in the near future. Because we are such excellent riders though, (yeah right), we may need to borrow another motorcycle to lay it down. Maybe, the Mule can oblige when the moment comes. Getting down to brass tacks now, let's talk a bit about... Continue Reading →
Manhattan Cocktail (Sweet) 1 Dash of Angostura Aromatic Bitters 3/4 oz. Sweet Vermouth: Dolin Vermouth de Chambery Rouge 1 1/2 oz. Bulleit Rye Frontier Whiskey Stir well with giant cube of ice. That's what I have. Serve with a cherry. There you have it, my favorite drink for this day. HCBrian
You have all seen the articles about the Lego version of the BMW 1200 GS. Today Julia got to share hers with me in the office today. That little kit is very cool and I would love to build one up in the future. No, I don't have a BMW GS1200, but that's okay.... Continue Reading →
Attached is my first and only attempt at building a rear rack for my Suzuki V Strom. I have been doing some research on rear racks and have been looking at a lot of really nice options. Touratech and SW-Motech to name two. Unfortunately, those options all come with a nice price tag... Continue Reading →
I spend way too much time on the inter-webs looking at motorcycle stuff. I have watched way too many videos trying to determine the right tire, the perfect duffel bag, the best adventure jacket, the best fitting boots and a few good riding videos, book ended by many, many terrible riding videos. It is... Continue Reading →
Every now and then you come across a guy, or gal for that matter, that makes you shake your head a little bit and ask yourself the question, "what am I doing wrong?" Whatever it is that this person is doing, it generally makes you feel that your own life isn't quite as full.... Continue Reading →
That is the question. Do you have a whiskey or scotch preference after a long day of being on the motorcycle? You know, a little something to help you wind down while sitting around a campfire. If it is neither whiskey or scotch, what is your go to alcoholic drink? How about non-alcoholic favorites and other... Continue Reading →
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