Ducati Monster Forum

To help keep threadjacking to a minimum I thought we could have a thread for general chit-chat, and off topic banter.  [thumbsup]

Thanks, Anson!

Steve

Okay, I've got a reply.  I'm sitting in my home office listening to the sound of squids riding their 4 cyl. screamers up and down Dublin in a straight line.  Wait, that sounded like a Duc too!  Larry, maybe it's Joe Catalino on that darn racebike and YOU!

I JUST GOT A BIG OL' BOX!!!! WOOOOHOOOOOO!!!!!!!!  ;D I'm on Daddy duty at the moment but as soon as I can I'll be running out to the garage to open her up!!!!

Oh hells yeah...  that straight stretch behind your house is my dragstrip!!!  [moto]

Ethans post in the spotted thread got me to thinking about something I saw the weekend. Figured I'd bring it here since it was kinda off topic there.
I went to my cousin Ambers HS graduation. When we were walking up the house I noticed a rough looking Yami YZF 600. I didn't think much of it until my wife said it belonged to Ambers boyfriend. In the house during the party I spotted no geear anywhere, and by dress alone couldn't figure out who he was(everyone was in t-shirts and shorts). Finally I saw them talking and made my introduction thinking that as fellow moto riders we'll have something to talk about. First thing he starts talking about is "standing it up" and how a bunch of his friends can "stand it up" for miles on end. I said that, that isn't really my style of riding, to expensive to fix bikes and I don't enjoy going down. We talked riding styles for a minute but it clearly wasn't going anywhere so we switched to the mechanical aspects. Anyway the whole point of all this is that as I'm leaving I walk past his bike and there isn't a complete piece of plastic left on the thing, it's fractured and broken nine ways to Sunday, annnndddd oh shit! The passenger pegs are down! There isn't a helmet or jacket to be found in that house, this bike is clearly stunted and it looks like my cousin rides cupcake behind this yahoo. I find that a bit frightening, me and my cousin aren't particularly close but I am concerned. Is it my place to say anything or should I just hope that everything turns out ok, I don't want to seem like a nosy, busy body. :-\ What would you do?

Take your cousin for a ride. Provide her with gear and show her a good ride with respect for her.
Then talk to her afterward, let her know that what she may be doing could be big problems if she continues.
If you do nothing and she gets hurt (or worse) you're gonna feel bad.
If you try to enlighten her maybe she'll listen but if she doesn't listen at least you didn't just let it happen.
Good luck  [moto]

whats spankin up north gents  [beer]

You.....  ;)
You're spankin' anywhere. [evil]

Hey now, no spanking unless I'm there to stupervise...

Got to the Dealership today, I got to see Smitch and that always makes for a nifty day, gosh he's the best....  [roll]  [laugh] Seriously though, picked up a new Shark helmet, First Gear summer jacket and some gloves. Now if I can ever get the damn bike running I'll give you a review.

what be spankin up north peeps

 [beer]

Everything is spankarific up here in Color-ado! [moto]

hellz-spankin-ya!!!!  [moto]

u going to ouray this year?!?!

Offically, no I am not going to Ouray. Anyway, there will be too many hooligans hanging around there... [drink] [moto] [wine] [bang] [laugh] [beer]

dont worry we wouldn't be gentle anyways  :-* [beer]

ouray!!!!!


ok y'all....so does edveryone have there rooms reserved...any one looking for a rooomate...

i promise i will fart, i will always smell like a drunking hobo,i snore like u wouldn't believe, but i do keep the toilet seat up  [thumbsup]

You sound like my Beagle.....  ???


 [laugh]

Hey Smitch, guess who I saw in Boardman, Oregon a few days ago? This guy pulls up behind me to fill up his van and I think....he looks vaguely familiar. So I walk back and the name "Jason Britton" is plastered all over the side of the van. I chatted with him for a few minutes, turns out he was on his way to Kennewick, WA for a show, which is where I had just left from that morning.

He told me that "Sean Mitchell is his nemisis!"

I feel for you Slyter.  I hope you took a bath to wash off all that odor of icky "stuntah" !

Did you tell him he's my nemesis?  I hope you did!

BTW, Smitch your new sig is awesome, great quote where did you find that?

Wikipedia baby.  Search "desmodromic valves".

I just like the idea of "forced to comply" there are other parts of my life I wish I could do that with....

She doth not lie.  Not only did I share a room with her last year, I was the lucky one to share her bed as well.  The first night she never made it in before I was getting up, I believe, and the next night, after christening the doorsill of an Irish bar, she was dumped unceremoniously into bed unconscious long before I  came in.  So whoever has the honor of sharing her bed, don't expect much under-the-sheet action.   ;D [drink] Your paths may never cross.

What happens in Ouray, doesn't stay in Ouray.

Oh.....let the truth be known to all!!  [laugh] [laugh]

Smitch, you need to have someone call my Mom. Apparrently she bought her bike from the wrong side of the showroom....  [roll] :o Take a look.... http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=5436.30
Also a couple she didn't include in the thread.....
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc260/WannaDucBad/motorcycles/mudduc.jpg)
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc260/WannaDucBad/motorcycles/mudduc2.jpg)

Well said WDB!  I think we need to get bonfy on an R1200GS.  Being a neat freak when it comes to my beloved Ducati's, that makes me almost want to cry! 

Hey bonfy, Ewan McGregor and Charlie Daniels just called.  They want you to stop making them look bad.  I say keep it up!

 [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]

Believe me, I thought of Ewan and Charlie more than once while on those roads.  I watched "Long Way Round"  a couple months ago and the image of them floundering and flailing their way across stretches of Russia linger fresh in my mind.  The Monster didn't seem to mind the covering of muck.  It bothered me more than it bothered him.  I have noticed that is a shared trait among Ducatista.
  I am considering a dual-sport bike, but am leaning toward a V-strom.  I've watched Count Desmo and Dustykitska both in action on their V-stroms and that seems like it would work for me plus it is more in my price range.   I don't have a sponsor like the guys did...but if the shop would be interested in putting me on a BMW and letting me do more boneheaded stunts for the publicity...kind of a motorcycle version of "Jackass"...that would be awesome!   [thumbsup]

http://www.badgerbadgerbadger.com/ [bacon]

I used to love that thing...my daughter loved that when she  was young!! So cool....

I like to open TWO different web tabs and play the badger one and this one at the same time!!!!!!!! Makes for a cool mix!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5sEJNw1Uk4

(Thing is a Classic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

In fact... sometimes I leave the Badger song on for hours on end and drive my office mates crazy!!!!!!!!!! It loops FOREVER!

 [clap] Oh shit!! I just did it to see what happens, my eyes are bouncing around now! (http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc260/WannaDucBad/smileys/244-1.gif)

ANYTHING!   [coffee]

<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/rZBA0SKmQy8&hl=en&fs=1
 [popcorn]
 [clap]

CHECKING TO SEE IF MY COMPUTER IS RETARDED...OR JUST ME !

<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/SBPJTK1YBvs&hl=en&fs=1

I wanna see you ghost ride the Monster WDB.  We need a smiley crunking next to his wheelz.  Oh Hells yeah!

SILENCE!!!! I'll do it too.... he doesn't think I will, but I will!!!

I'll do it too.... he doesn't think I will, but I will!!!

<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Ic2BnJoXHSk&hl=en&fs=1&color1=0x006699&color2=0x54abd6"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param>

 [laugh] LOL, wow where did you finde that?? [thumbsup]

This one isn't some wierd shit I dug up, this one is bikes. Scary fast on the street, with a surprise ending....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJ_GVQRRCGg&feature=rec-fresh
 [popcorn]

Good vid. Shows how things can change fast, and looks like a fun ride! (except for the end of course!). [moto] [moto]

SPOILER!!!

Crap, I'm scared to watch it now.  Got through about 2 minutes when I decided to watch it on a faster computer.    ;D

Yeah looked like a fun ride...... maybe I'm turning into a puss in my age but that was way to aggresive for that tiny road, with traffic and bikes. Closed course go for it, but yikes..... Also the guy on the 996 was all over the place, really looked like he was on the ragged edge of his abilities almost the whole time. Hey Bonfy no one needs a stretcher or nuthin'.

Oh, okay, because I never got into "The Face of Death" film genre.    [popcorn]

I thought it was "The Isle of Man" race at first.  Speaking of races, the MotoGP is on this afternoon at 3PM. 

Oops, I didn't lurk far enough, looks like ya guys got it covered up there, too.   [thumbsup]

Just wanted to share this...... my reason to make sure I make it home safe.  :-*
(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc260/WannaDucBad/moms120.jpg)






She was playing in the sprinklers.  ;D

 [thumbsup] That's way cool, its amazing what kids can make you do.

Awwww, she's precious.  I'm glad to hear something keeps you riding with some semblance of control and restraint these days.   [cheeky]

Der-de-der!!!
http://break.com/index/dirt-bike-spin-out-and-crash.html
 [bang]

Stupid rednecks...

FTW!!!! That is all....  :'( >:( :'( >:(
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Since the weather outside is frightening, maybe we can all sit at our desks/offices/homes/computers and enjoy some "virtual" Duc Riding in our beloved mountains!! Enjoy..      [moto] [moto] [moto]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCkNBOH4v2E (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCkNBOH4v2E)

Cooleye,

A+ for thinking of us hating the weather right now.   [clap]

I don't know who the rider is, but that Dude needs some serious track time!  His line is horid!  He is making constant adjustments throughout the corners and coming inside on oncoming traffic.  Yikes!   :o

Makes me want to fire up my 999 in the morning and ride.  Do you know where the video was shot?

Il Duce

"http://www.youtube.com/v/7oqZVNsxyKM&hl=en&fs=1"
 [popcorn]

Oh and a thank you to Southern for delivering Bonfy's Monster this pm.  [thumbsup]

Dontcha hate it when you find screw in your tire?  :-\

That usually bites.

Did you let IZ borrow your bike?

[laugh] silly IZ, screws are for wood.

Ninja kitteh.....
"http://www.youtube.com/v/muLIPWjks_M&hl=en&fs=1"
 [laugh]

that's pretty funny!! I kep't waiting for the big attackcat pounce.  good look at wild hunting mode

The littlest Ducatisti
(http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk233/mitchesc/Talon.jpg)

 [thumbsup]  [laugh]

 [thumbsup] [thumbsup] For the Kitty

 [thumbsup] [thumbsup] For the Kiddy

Wow it's like we're all family now! 

*hugs* ..... to spread the bromance.....


































 [laugh] you like it.

Are you being bromantic?[/i]

Ahhhhh you two are cute together

(http://msp236.photobucket.com/albums/ff142/jethronyc212/brokeback_mountain.jpg)

HOLY FACK!!!!! I almost spewed A&W all over my work terminal!!! Holy shit man.

Holy crap, The Joker has Bubble Boy by the throat.  Somebody help, for the love of God!

Brokeback mountain bromance..... [puke] [puke] [puke].......Say it isn't so !!!!

You are sick Bro!  Sick I say.   [puke]

found a vid clip while cruz'in round, KTM vs Ducati on a nice piece of road, good action!!      www.youtube.com/watch?v=kl14Vmsw0-w

Yes, I was trying to find that a few weeks ago but couldn't.  That dude on the Multi is gettin' it done!  GS man wasn't too shabby either.  Looked pretty funny in all the road race gear.  We don't see many GS riders gussied up like that here at the shop!

http://www.coastalducaticlub.org/forum/index.php (http://www.coastalducaticlub.org/forum/index.php)

 [thumbsup]

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc120/bonfygloria/posters/baby.jpg)

   Good thing their wearing helmets, altho' the kid suffocated three miles back!!

   Just wanted to hollar and see whats happenin'... hope everyone had a successful and safe holiday season, Ours was great, I barricaded Myself in the shop for several days working on the KZ 1000 project, Shannon liked not having to tolerate Me!!  But seriously, We had fun, Well I got some parts to make, and back to the Work grind on monday........

I am still kicking!  Had a nice New Year's even though I worked NYE and New Year's Day.  Glad to hear you two made it through the holidays.  Can't wait for the weather to break so I can get the bike out.  I am so ready for spring.  This has been a cold winter.  I don't remember it being this cold for so long.

Happy New Year everyone...like the rest of you, can't wait to get back on the road again.

   Hello Bonfy and Butch, hope Your both doing well!   Havn't been out in a while, now weather going to s**t again, can't wait till Spring.  well gots ta go...damn day job [bang]

where is everyone??  ???

Hibernating I guess.   [roll]  I am guilty, as well.  I should at least putt over to Montague's to make a token appearance on Sunday mornings just in case someone else gets a wild hair. 

Hi KRJ & Bonfy... Hibernating...that's the way of it...home projects, dirty streets, cold...can't even manage short 5 mile trips to work...started the SS on Sat. just to warm the oil as much as anything...can't wait for warmer (even a little warmer) weather.

   Good Morning All,    Been embattled in the work scene too much.. Anyone going to the bike show and swap this weekend??   Prolly a lot of Harley stuff, but last year wasn't too bad, curious what Our Duc 'DEALER' is going to do...Hello Scottish, hope You and family are doing great, I was trying to get down there a while back but it didn't work out, say hello to the rest of the Hooligans for me.. Well I got to go..

Will do. I hear ya about work, I've been crazy busy too. Good luck and take pics if you see anything interesting there.

Hey guys, the wife might be getting a job in Colorado Springs in the next month or so, so we may be moving there soon! I'm currently in Kalamazoo, Michigan and ride a 696. Looking forward to getting to CO and meeting some other Ducati owners!

It'll be great to have you among us.   We are all chomping at the bit to get the riding season underway. 

definitely, the snow is melting here as we speak! just need one good rain to wash the roads of any salt and im out there.

so i hear there is some great riding out there. I was wishing to move to Denver, but people have been saying some great things about the springs area. I don't know much about it.

Also, anyone attending DITR from there? Riding out?

You bet.  Tons of good riding right in the backyard.  Deckers, Bishops Canyon, HWY 50, Ute Pass, I could go on.  You'll see.  It's unbelievable.  And as to DiTR, there will definitely be some of us riding over there from here.  I did it from the Springs last year, the previous two years, I did it from Albuquerque.  From the Springs, it is 7 or 8 hours, give or take a couple, depending on your route and speed.  I actually went down through Pagosa Springs last year to meet up with the NMMR gang and go over Red Mountain with them.  Came back though on HWY 50 and it is a much shorter route.  You will love it.  

Sounds good to me! Lets hope it all works out for my wife then, i could use a change of scenery. Anyone looking for hire a designer / CAD modeler? I'm gonna need a job if we get ou there....

The more sane people have been waiting for better weather and cleaner roads... then you have those like me... if its not snowing and above 20 in the AM im out on the road... I think im one of the newer members, but from everything ive seen, these SoCo DOG people are a pretty nice bunch of folks.

 ;D

Well, call me insane then cuz I was out there in it, too, today.  The alley was melted enough to get the bike down to the street.  What a nice day for it.  The roads weren't bad where I went. 

Anyone going up to Denver for the get-together at Erico's for the Daytona 200? 

Great seeing you last night.

You and your entourage need to come up this way more often!

Thanks!  What a great time that was!  I am going to post pictures in a bit here.  I was trying to figure out where I should post them.  Guess I'll do a little everywhere since we had representation from MHM, SoCO Dogs, and NMMR.  Cross pollination is good.  Watch this space!!

Good times with some of the Denver crew last night at Erico's get-together.  It was great seeing you all.  I'm glad I didn't have to wait until DiTR 2010.  We did actually watch the Daytona 200 in the background.

Here's a few shots of the VIP room. 

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc120/bonfygloria/2010/100_9830.jpg)

Dusty and Stella:

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc120/bonfygloria/2010/100_9824.jpg)

Bick, Bonfy, and Lance

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc120/bonfygloria/2010/100_9823.jpg)

DDGM, Randimus , partial Dusty (and Lance):

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc120/bonfygloria/2010/100_9825.jpg)

Lance begs to ride cupcake with Mojo:

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc120/bonfygloria/2010/100_9827.jpg)

Unknown victim of Lance:

(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc120/bonfygloria/2010/100_9833-1-1.jpg)

   very cool, sorry We missed out.  Glad to see a good showing..      [moto]       [drink] [beer] [wine]  [moto]

I wouldnt mind a little more showing of that last "unknown victim"  yum.

outloud voice john...outloud voice....

    Seems like Lance is better than the "rent a puppy" for attracting Babes, maybe Bonfy should  start pimping Him out.... [popcorn]

If it weren't for the lawsuits, I would.   [coffee]

So the wife has her final interview with the President of her division in Dallas in a week. If all goes well we will be in Colorado Springs damn soon!  [moto]

I'm not jinxing it am I? knock on wood.

   Welcome DucatiTorrey, You will be just in time for a great riding season!   give a hollar when You get settled, should start having regular meetings soon..  [coffee]  [moto]   

fantastic!

Yup, we eagerly await your arrival!  Good luck to your wife on her interview.   [thumbsup]

thanks guys, I've wanted to live in CO my entire life! We are both excited. Don't want to jinx it, so I'll say this, if we don't move it's okay,      it's okay,      deep breaths....

That's right...deep breaths....and we'll still  be here down the road even if it takes a little longer to get out here.   [moto]

ok, so she had another impromptu interview and killed it! Flying to Dallas still on Wed, but she feels like (knock on wood) its in the bag

so, im asking, are their emissions tests in CO? I have termis w/ db killers removed, and just removed the emissions canister, is this going to get me pulled over a lot in CO? MI cops don't care, and their isn't any emissions BS
 [moto]

The Springs and alot of places no longer have emissions tests in Colorado. I believe Denver may still have them, but being a transplant myself, Ive never had to test my vehicles.

Also most new cars are coming with Colorado emissions exempt stickers, so I assume some places still require them.

Yup, they got rid of the vehicle emission testing a couple of years ago, and even then bikes were not required to be tested.

They do have a noise ordinance that is supposedly pretty strict. Our cook at the Benihana type restaurant we go to rides a Gixxer and Harley. Last time we were there a few weeks ago, he told us he just got nailed on a noise violation on his Harley. First time I've ever heard of anyone actually pulled over for that. I have the Ducati Performance setup and I'm pretty sure I don't meet the requirements, but I have never been pulled over. I think most the LEO's have better things to do than randomly pull folks over for noise violations.

So, the wife had an amazing interview in Dallas with some big whigs, we should know by friday. [thumbsup]

   Think Positive, it'll work......I can feel the corners on Deckers & H.P. Hill already...

Fingers crossed!   [popcorn]

fingers crossed indeed.

Whats the job market like there? I hear the local economy isn't so great, is that true? I have a BS in industrial design, but CAD work or project management might also be good fits. I also have a background in furniture making. I'd hate to commute to Denver everyday, but sounds like that may be the place to look for work.

If she gets it, we are coming out for a long weekend in April to look for apartments. I've been reading some blogs and they say west and northwest sides of town are the places to be. North and northeast seem to be heavily suburbed...
 [moto]

Where about's in town will she be working (assuming she's got the job)?  That may help your decision of where to search for a place to live.  I live on the north east side and while it is a lot of suburbia, there are really only 3 main roads that run north/south in the city, and all are pretty quick to navigate to.  The west side of town are older homes and also some of the extremely priced homes.

If you're going to set up your base with riding in mind, Old Colorado City/Manitou Springs would be a place to look. It puts you right at the entrance to the mountains, and easy access to downtown.

As to job opportunities, there are 4 military bases around the city and tons of contractors. If you have had any experience with the military/contractors before, it shouldn't be too hard to find something.

unfortunately no mil experience, finding work may be tough for me. We were looking at apartments and houses for rent on the west side and NW side. Old Colorado city is def an area of interest.

is the nightlife all downtown?

nightlife and colorado springs don't go hand in hand.  Its a pretty small and conservative town.

Old Colorado City is a neat place as well as Manitou Springs.

good luck!!

hmmm, not even bars? im not looking for a dance party, just a good micro brew and a bluegrass band i guess.

Well in that case...yep there are a few.  Phantom Canyon is a good brewery and restaurant downtown!!

There are several micro brews in town. Several near the downtown area. Bristol Brewery has large take home jugs!  [drink] [beer] DDGM is right though, its not a large 'clubbin' town like say San Antonio... Pubs and micro brews are more the theme.  Besides with all the military around, the clubs they do have are massively overloaded with testosterone and several fights tend to break out each weekend.

But it was always easy to get some..... take out.  [evil]

I tore up Colorado Springs between 1981 and 1997 and never ever ran out of fun places to go.  But I was easily pleased so dives and honkytonks were as much fun as three-tier nightclubs.    As long as it had a pool table and a jukebox, I was good to go.  Now that I am back, I don't go out all that much, but there are enough nightclubs to get you into trouble, and most of my old dives are still afloat.  When you guys get here, I will give you my recommendations and you can compare them to DucDucGooseMe's.  KRJ probably has a few spots to throw in down in Canon City.  Anyone else?  I have heard about Syn having lots of fights, but didn't realize the other downtown clubs were so boisterous, as well.

 [laugh]

I forgot that you might have some ideas of your own, Scottish! 

   Like has been said, You can find most anything. We don't go to the bars in C. Sps, mostly because of the drive, and I don't handle drunk ass military or gangsta very well. There is a lot of fun out there, hit the "entertainment" section of the Gazzett, or online to find events or shows, concerts, etc. and experiment.     [beer] [wine] [drink] [leo] [puke]

[laugh]

will do, who all here lives in CS? I hear you do meet ups every week? that would be awesome. All my buddies here ride HD's, well one is on a thruxton, I'm the only Duc. Will be a nice change.

Well, actually the weekly meet-ups have gone by the wayside, now that Scottish and the Brewmeister (??) have moved.  However, Dusty has moved up here from the NMMR and she and I plan to revive the Ducnights.  We were part of the core group down in Albuquerque so we have the ingrained habit of Tuesday nights being somewhere on our Ducs, making an appearance.  Also, it is fun to get together for WSBk and Moto GP races.  Rides are scheduled but also impromptu.  I hope everyone will post up invites when they get a wild hair.  Someone will be glad to join you.   [thumbsup] [moto]

   Yeah, it's beautiful, near 80 deg., a little breezy and I'm dreaming about being independently wealthy and having the tough choice of which bike to ride and to where. Then Reality hits and I'm just glad to be working and able to ride at all...Oh well.... I will be riding soon,hope to see You all out there also, cheers  [moto] [moto]

Every chance I get I'm out there. Mostly commuting, but it just feels great to be on the bike.  [moto]

I'm with you DarkDuc...commuting...riding at each small opportunity...good to be back on 2 wheels.

KRJ, hope we get to hook up soon.

    Yeah, We need to put a ride together soon, get sundays coffee going again, we should be getting some rains to clean the roads up soon.  I need to adj. valves and cam timing on the MTS and I'm ready... [moto]

Well, it's official.  Finally got my baby up here to ride the rockies on a regular basis.  Glad to hear everyone else is getting the itch too.  Rode up yesterday from Albuquerque and couldn't have asked for a better day.  Except for the section just north of Walsenburg where the wind decided to relieve me of my tank bag (at which point I thanked my lucky stars the tequila was in my backpack).  Otherwise, it felt wonderful to get in that first long ride of the season (we all know the first is the toughest on the touchie).

Bonfy has told me a lot of good things about you all, so I am looking forward to seeing those of you I have met and meeting those of you I haven't.  That being said, when's the next (first?) meet up??   [beer]  [moto]

  You know, it's really just up to Us. I don't use facebook much, so I might be missing some other SoCoDOGs communication, and if so Someone fill me in. That being said, and weather permitting, lets make an effort to launch this season. 'cause We are past ready to GO... [moto] [moto] [moto]

Well, I can refer you to the pinned topic of Sunday mornings at Montague's, I guess.  The last post on there I suggested April 11 since this weekend is Easter and last weekend I was in ABQ.  I am still up for that date unless someone wants to meet before then. 

The offer is in the mail, literally. The wife and I are moving to Colorado Springs! We will be heading to the area for a long weekend in the end of April sometime, and the move will be early to mid May. I am so stoked! [drink]

And so are we!!!!  Congratulations!  Can't wait to have you among us!   [clap]

Congrats, and welcome to The Springs!  Looking forward to another member of our merry band of Ducatisti.

   Yeah, get Your butts up here and lets have some fun, had an awsome ride today and looking to many more this season. Be safe and see You when You get here, Ride On...

Looks like I'll be a Colorado resident (i guess you call us transplants?) second week of May!

Yea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   [thumbsup]

Looks like the wifes company is paying for our trip to come apartment hunting next weekend! Any ideas for fun things to do during our short off times, good places to eat? Is Phantom Canyon brewing a nice place? Good beer?

Well, I think that if you want to take in some of the magnificent scenerey, you should take a drive through the Garden of the Gods.  Then head up Ute Pass to Woodland Park so you can scout the canyon you will soon be carving on a regular basis.  From there, you can either take a left to Cripple Creek, or a right to Deckers and Pine Junction.  More of our favorite routes for riding.  Down to Canon City on Hwy 115 (stop and say hi to KRJ) and then out Hwy 50 to Salida.   Of course, if you are going to live here, you might as well save some of these for the bike.  You will like Phantom Canyon.  I've never heard any complaints.  Closer to home there is Cheyenne Canyon.  You should throw in a quick hike up Pikes Peak, too, if you have time.   ;D

I think bonfy is a little excited. LOL. Food wise there is the Melting Pot (http://www.meltingpot.com/) (fondue) restaurant downtown, or if you like German Edelweiss (http://www.edelweissrest.com/)(Bristol Brewing company is literally next door  [drink]) There are several great Mexican food places, and of course all the normal mainstream food eateries.

Several breweries, Bristol Brewing (http://www.bristolbrewing.com/), Phantom Canyon (http://www.phantomcanyon.com/), Rock Bottom (http://rockbottombrewery.com/) are around town.

great thanks for the replies guys! good to see more than one brewery in town too! Not sure if you guys are familiar with Bells? We live in the land of Bells, hardcore.

I myself am not familiar with Bells. There are actually more breweries in town. If you do a google for colorado breweries you will find there are probably about 30 in the Colorado Springs/Denver area.  I'm sure there are more than enough to keep your hunger for inebriation in check for a good while. LOL

so our trip has been great, hit up Phantom Canyon, i think we found an apartment, waiting to hear today, and checked out a number of areas in town. The weather was F'ing crazy though. Two pictures. Same day. 300 ft elevation change.
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i know the speed limit is 20 through the Garden of the Gods, but I'm so riding through there.

Yup, Garden of the Gods is a good warmup for Ute Pass.  Glad you got to see what lies ahead weatherwise.  It does tend to be bipolar.  What is the date for your official move?  Let us know if you need a hand unloading. 

not 100% on the move in date, probably may 10 or 11

as for unloading, the movers will do all the heavy work for us. On perk of have a paid corporate move i guess. But yeah, we should grab a beer sometime.

Heading to Denver today to visit friends, then fly out tomorrow.

DT, read "local movers" thread in MHM section, and consider yourself warned!  [evil]

   +1... [clap]

 [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]

I was kind of hoping to keep that on the downlow.  That little side business us girls have going, just trying to get the name out there, you know.

I'm not sure I want the Menopausal Movers helping me out on this one, thanks though! I liked the comment about the Risky Business outfit too.

any suggestions for insurance in the area? 2 cars, ducati and renters, thansk guys!

State Farm has been the best overall.  (PM to follow)

Travelers (via AAA) is good for cars and homeowners/renters

Progressive is good, but I am boycotting them until they get rid of Flo.  [evil]

I have the biggest crush on her. Are you jealous they have her too?

I would rather listen to a caveman scratching his nails on a chalkboard.

[laugh] So you don't want to hear her saying dirty things to you in that gorgeous voice of hers?


lol, I felt the same way about Old Navy for the first 6 years they were around. By the time they got rid of the annoying commercials I'd conditioned myself to not even see their stores. To date I've been dragged into Old Navy twice by family.

Hey Ducati Torrey,

I don't know if you are wanting to package up all your stuff with one insurance company but I found Progressive very reasonable. There is a lady named Chrystal Polanski at Rocky Mountain Cycle that sells insurance. Very attractive lady too! I think I pay less than 200 per year for both my 91 Ducati 907 and my 1975 Honda 750F. Of course I am over 50 and they are old bikes.

And Bick don't be fussing about Flo, I happen think she is hot too.

As for you SCOTTISH, move aside mate, age before beauty!


MYTDUK, SOCODOG member in NM

thanks for the replies, i have found some reasonable rates, we are insuring two cars, a bike and renters. One place quoted me $15 a month for my 696???? i pay 80 now, whats up with that, im almost apprehensive to go for it. With that quote, i got two cars, renters and a bike for 123 a month. are they insane?

With Progressive I think I come out at $239 a year for the 695 liability, and unisnsured only. That's under $20 a month

we have friends in Aspen and wish to ski there this winter. i see there is a faster route there without going up to denver

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=80920+to+aspen,+co&ie=UTF8&hl=en&t=h&z=8 (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=80920+to+aspen,+co&ie=UTF8&hl=en&t=h&z=8)

any idea if this is faster than I-70 in the winter? are these roads plowed as regularly as I-70?

thanks

Independence Pass is closed during the winter.

Yeah, the part where it says seasonally closed means from winter till sometime in the spring it won't be open. In CO it's often better to stick to the main highways and routes unless you know where you're going. It's not uncommon for people to get stranded and need rescued up there. The moountains can be trechreous and aren't really a place to be taking risks in the winter monthes unless you are very familar and capable.

DucatiTorrey,

If you are thinking about taking the road to Buena Vista then over Indepencence Pass forget about it. Yeah it looks straighter. Only thing is you go over Independence Pass and it is 12,000 feet not to mention there is probably six to eight feet of snow blocking the road. Does not normally open until Memorial Day weekend. I have been there on that weekend. What a hoot going over the pass with four feet of snow on the sides. Great ride on the motorcycle when it opens up. Great ride in the fall too.

MYTDUK

well I am here, just waiting for the moving truck to show up (friday) with my bike (even god hopes it's okay). My wife and I drove up to cripple creek the other day for fun, and holy crap I'm so taking the bike up there! Too bad its going to erico for some work late next week. but, should get some street time starting this weekend!

Great!  Glad you made it!   Just in time for some nice weather coming up next week.  Let us know if you want company on your exploration of the new terrain.   [moto]

well absolutely! Will have the bike tomorrow, maybe a ride this coming week is in order! Looks like rain all weekend... blah

while trying to find a "back way" to cripple creek, i noticed you can go south of Pikes Peak via Bicycle, but it doesn't seem to connect for cars.

bicycle version
http://tinyurl.com/267u69k (http://tinyurl.com/267u69k)

anyways, anyone familiar with this road? looks super twisty and fun but no idea if it is dirt

car version
http://tinyurl.com/2emmh6t (http://tinyurl.com/2emmh6t)

Wow, that brings back memories. That route uses Gold Camp road. I took a VF750 Honda Sabre that way about 20+ years ago, it was dirt then and I don't think anything has changed. I seem to recall them closing part of it because of an extremely wet summer a few years back, but I think they fixed all the washouts. Beautiful route and a car/truck should be no problem, but then again I haven't taken it in a long time. Kids like to go up there (at night) in the summer. Every now and then you hear of someone putting a tire off the edge of the road and rolling down the mountainside, so be careful if you head up there.

That road is definitely still dirt. I dont believe that way is open to cars anymore, but you can take a bicycle or even dirt bike that way.

thanks for the info.

Got my plates today, already took her through GOTG and out 24 past Manitou Springs. I'm gonna love this place.

Just wait till you take your first deckers run. Quick to get started, lots of fun and easily repeatable for a nice long day.  [moto]

Just a word of caution for DucatiTorrey, the road to Deckers is great and riding to Pine Junction is great also. But the road to Deckers can and usually does have some sand on it especially once you get past the forest fire burn area. I think it is called Westcreek. The road from Deckers to Pine Junction always has sand on it summer or otherwise..  I spun my Subaru out on corner going to Pine Junction once and it was becasue sand was all over the road. I think it was near Buffalo. It was not winter either.

MYTDUK

thanks for the heads up. Riding to Denver tonight, visiting fam for the rest of the week, and dropping the monster off at Erico. Who knows when Ill get it back, Not sure ill have a ride back up there till maybe end of next week.  [roll]

The area right out of Deckers for a few miles is really bad becasue it is very narrow and car/trucks pulling trailers drag the sand up on the road. It is also bad in the summer when it rains becasue the rain washed the sand across the road.  It is just bad. But that is probably good advice on any road in Colorado after it rains and for a few days after.

Yeah, so don't ever even think about riding anywhere in Colorado.   [popcorn]

  There are a few things to be aware of, at all times of the year. Sand, Rocks, Animals, People, Winnibago, Tourists taking pictures while standing in road, Lance throwing things at You, Flat tires, Seized engines, running out of fuel,Squids, other bad riders, etc, etc. Thats all part of The Rockies Riding Experiance, Enjoy It. Oh I didn't mention You WILL get rained/snowed on at any time, around ANY corner!!    'Bout sums it up, Ok Let's go riding this Sunday... [moto] [moto]

Just a few edits, K-Man.  ;D

   Well, I didn't wan't to scare Them off, Jerry.   How's Ya been doin?....

That is why I did not mention just how vicious the elusive ducmouse is.  [evil]

Not to mention more frequent sightings of the desmodevil.  :o [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil]

And then there are Multistrudle riders.  ;)

Been good.  Looking forward to being home!

And definitely watch out for any Subaru's that have spun out.  ;D

 [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]

whos riding this week?

ummmmm...when this week approximately?

anytime, maybe not tomorrow, but, ive been here almost a month, i think its time i meet some ducatisti

yeah, I was going to say!  You should have came out last weekend.  We had a pretty good showing and the ride down to Bishop's Castle was awesome.  I will be riding tomorrow, but not sure what time I will make it out and where I am heading.  Just another day in the life of bonfy.  I would like to make it home in time to watch the WSBK races, but if not I will have them recorded.  If anyone has an interest in joining me, post up!  I will keep an eye on the board.

took the bike up 24 today, made a video too, ignore the wind noise, working on that for next time.
Ducati Monster 696 heading up 24 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUc2Q90kvo0#lq-lq2-hq-vhq-hd)

Awesome!    [thumbsup]

I'm just heading out now.

thought I'd save my 1000TH POST! for Soco...


(evil laugh)

anyone want to meet up downtown friday to meet the pikes peak team and get some signatures?

Absolutely!  I will be down there after 7PM.  Look for the Ducati bike area.  Looking forward to meeting you!

Perfect see you there (what street for the ducs?)

I wanna go Friday to meet these Peak hill-climbing Ducs too.  Details please (time & loc) and what you look like so I know who to approach (bonfy and DucatiTorrey?)... Thanks!

Check out the Ducati hill climb team website.

It has  day to day blog posts, pics, and video of one of the test runs.

http://pikespeak.ducatiusa.com (http://pikespeak.ducatiusa.com)

I'll definitely be downtown....Usually try to set up home base at Quinn's.  Parking is usually pretty tight downtown. Finding a group spot may be difficult. If anyone has any ideas for a location post up.

yeah i have a thread going on here with all that stuff.

not sure what time, anytime works really. If we all meet up at one spot, im on a 696 dark with termis, matt black helmet. Brown hair, 6'2"

 

  I am assuming this mess will be somewhere on Tejon st.,  I have a doctors appt. earlier in the day and Shannon and I are planning on catching up with You all. I will try to get more info as it seems a little thin at this point, lets secure a localised landmark and time to try to meet at if that is possible....

im the new one to this town, you guys pick

I am waiting for more info from the Ducati MotoClub.  Dusty and I volunteered to work the Hill Climb on Sunday and do something around the Ducati FanFest area Friday night, so that is where I will be heading as soon as I get out of work at 6PM.  If I hear of official parking for Ducs, I will post it up.  If not, I will watch the board to see where everyone else is parking so I can hook up with you all.

wow, can I volunteer? Where is the ducati area going to be? And I'm assuming parking will be there too?

i can be down there whenever, gotta clean the bike this morning though. Probably 4? 5? 6? what is everyone else thinking? is the booth going to be there all day?

Myself and another rider will be downtown around 5:30PM for the PPIHC FanFest.  We'll be wandering around anyway checking out all the other vehicles, but we'll definitely stop by the Ducati booth (though we're not really sure exactly where that'll be...).  Yay! -Sarah

The info I have is that the arrival time is 2PM, but the event time is 5PM to 10PM.  The entrance is at Nevada and Bijou.  The Ducati space is on Tejon, north of Bijou.  I am not sure that everyone on a bike is allowed past the entrance gate, but you can try, by saying you are with the Ducati group.  The "official" volunteers were sent a pass which is not even guaranteed to get us into the area.  We were told if would help if we are wearing ducati gear and riding a ducati.   [clap]  I'll be getting there sometime around 7PM.  Looking forward to seeing you all! 

anyone know of anyplace in town that could hard anodize my forks for like $150?

FYI we are grabbing a beer and possibly food tomorrow at Trinity brewing, 6 pm, cages allowed.

Jim

i took some pictures at fanf est yesterday!

http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=49296.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=49296.0)

I am so disappointed that I can't attend any of the festivities this year.  Started a new job a month ago and I work 6PM to 6AM Wed - Sat.  I don't have any PTO accumulated to take off.  Thanks for the pictures, Ducatitorrey!  I was there in spirit, jonesing for the Ducati tent.  I wanted to work the Hill Climb again, but it just wasn't meant to be, at least this year.   :'(

Saw a Monster for sale on Craig's List.  ???
Think it may be Ducati Torrey.  ???
Jim congrats on the kid,  [thumbsup] I have 2 myself, bummer that you need to sell your bike.  [thumbsdown]

*gasp* If that is you, Jim, CONGRATULATIONS.   [clap]

You should post the Monster for sale on the forums, too.

(and if this is not you, I blame Mike).   :-[

Pretty sure it's Ducati Torrey based on the Michigan, new tires and mods references, check out the posting.....

http://cosprings.craigslist.org/mcy/2634718363.html (http://cosprings.craigslist.org/mcy/2634718363.html)

Still sucks to have to sell your bike cause of a kid....I understand a man has to do what a man has to do.....

I once sold a bike cause of a divorce.....man that hurt pretty bad at the time.....in hindsight the divorce was needed and now I have a better bike
 

Farfegnugen  ???
Volkswagen's Audi Group has purchased Ducati !!!!
Here is a quick link to one article:
http://www.latimes.com/business/autos/la-fi-autos-audi-ducati-20120419,0,3837943.story (http://www.latimes.com/business/autos/la-fi-autos-audi-ducati-20120419,0,3837943.story)
What does this mean for the future of Ducati ?
It could be a good or bad thing depending on your perspective and more importantly what direction VW decides to take Ducati.......
Post up and let evrybody know your thoughts and feeling on the matter.
I think it will be a positive thing based on waht I have read, but I guess only time will tell.

I can think of worse scenarios.  Hopefully, they will have the good sense to preserve the loyal fan base by making the purchase transparent. 

Hope everyone is doing great in Colorado.  I miss Sunday mornings at Montague's.  I am doing some riding over here in Charleston, but haven't hooked up with any Duc riders yet.  Too busy working. 

Did anybody make it down to Pueblo last weekend June 30th - July 1st for the MRA race?
Heard Shane Turpin riding a Ducati set a new track record on a newly paved racing surface.  [clap]
Also heard it was over 100 deg.
Wanted to head down but had to many things to do around the house.  [thumbsdown]

Hey everyone. I sold the Ducati.... had pur first baby in April. Her name is Mira and she is amazing.

Thanks to everyone who I rode with or provided help!

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Saw this event posted on the Adventure Riders of Colorado public group on Facebook

Saturday April 28th at 9 am at Apex Sports

Swap Meet & Greet Benefit for Trails Preservation Alliance

Details

Our monthly meet n greet will also be a Swap Meet event.
 Benefit for Trails Preservation Alliance.
 Booth spaces are $10 each.
 Bring your own tables and chairs.
 Arrive early as spaces will fill up fast.
 Parking on Weber Street
 Complimentary coffee, bagels and donuts

Hope to see some of you there!

Saw this event posted on the Adventure Riders of Colorado public group on Facebook
If anyone is interested in going up let me know.
I live north of town a couple miles off Hwy 83 and would enjoy a nice ride up to Boulder and back lots of route options.
Went to the swap meet last Saturday at APEX and met some interesting people and even bought a couple of items for my son.

 
SWAP MEET!
Public · Hosted by House of Motorrad
MAY 5th at 10 AM - 6 PM
Weather for MAY 5th 50–73° Mostly Sunny

House of Motorrad
3200 Pearl Street, Boulder, Colorado 80301

Details
Buy, sell or trade old moto gear, parts and accessories.

Vendors: $10 space purchase. First come first served. Bring your own table/chairs/awning.

Public: Free admission

Morning: Free coffee, bagels and donuts

Afternoon: Taco truck and Live Mariachi Band!

Inquiries: myles@houseofmotorrad.com