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-Pete LRRS/CCS #81 - ECK Racing, TonysTrackDays
GMD Computrack Boston | Pine Motorparts/PBE Specialists | Phoenix Graphics | Woodcraft | MTag-Pirelli | OnTrack Media
The Garage: '03 Tuono | '06 SV650
I'm glad you're ok. That's a crappy thing to have happen to you, especially if its the straw that breaks the camels back as far as riding. If you do get your bike back together and want to give the track a shot let me know. I'm not so far away and usually have space in the trailer for another bike.
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Low Down Racing
- Woodcraft - Armour Bodies - Computrack Boston - Lifeproof -
shattered everything NOT bone in my shoulder, tore off a nipple, loads of scars, tweaked and sprained ankles close to a dozen times, almost broke my back more times than I can count, gravel and snow rash almost everywhere, sprained wrists, almost concussions..... and thats just me with those two sports...... I have had a sore leg and chest and foot from motorcycling.
but, I dont have to attack the hill or the trail with the aggressiveness I did as a teenager.
theres just something about a blue bike
Just give it some time, you may change your mind.
My kids are 9,10, and 12 and I have a business to run as well - and live in Boston. I take every hedge I can: at least one rider training course a year, white helmet, high-viz jacket, ABS brakes, don't ride Friday or Saturday nights, and anything else I can think of. I've found,. ironically, that the more I ride the safer I feel, because my skills are sharp. When I start riding in February or March I feel like I'm operating the bike in molasses.
I have some relatives in Underhill (Mullen Road) and what I worry about there is different than Boston: suicidal deer!
Glad to hear that you are OK. Whatever you decide to do, Do it well and with a passion for safety, skill and fun.
Hang tough and stay loose... I also took a break from motorcycle riding during the formative child rearing years... including a break from skiing and snowboarding (over 25 straight years of snow filled fun) (due to the expenses and time)... but... the net result ... I should have stay with one of those activities (..or two out of three) Whatever you decide, remember ...be a Fun, Interesting & Active Dad ! ...the kids will appreciate it...even more when they get older and can do stuff with you. It will also keep you sane.
Track days are more affordable than you think. I used to feel the same as you about the cost but honestly its not that bad. The savings in annual motorcycle insurance would cover a couple trips to Loudon. Find a buddy and split a room (71.00 including tax, Red Roof Inn), gas etc. and its pretty cheap.
2020 Kawasaki Ninja 400
2019 Ducati Monster 821
2019 Triumph Bobber 1200
2016 WR450F - Everywhere else ;-)
Just get better Dan.
check out the for sale section, I am putting out a feeler for interest before I decide if I will take their crap ass offer
theres just something about a blue bike
I'd be interested in checking it out. PM'd you. -Paul at the Daily Rider. 802-497-1269 is the number here at the shop.
"I'd rather ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow"
Bikes: Ducati: 748 (Track) Honda: RC31 (Race/street)/ CRF 110 Mini Moto/ Hawk Endurance Racer Kawasaki: ZXR1200R
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