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Title: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: b.b. on May 15, 2008, 01:36:54 PM I'm Bill in Fort Worth.
Just purchased an 848 to enjoy before my back forces me to ride something more upright. I haven't had a bike for almost 10 years, so it's been fun getting back into it. I used to live in Japan and enjoyed riding there, but was quickly reminded of the lack of concern for bikes when I returned to the U.S. As time went by I missed having a bike more and more, so I got over the worry. More importantly, talked my wife into getting over it... Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: caffeinejunkee on May 15, 2008, 01:39:25 PM I'm Bill in Fort Worth. Just purchased an 848 to enjoy before my back forces me to ride something more upright. I haven't had a bike for almost 10 years, so it's been fun getting back into it. I used to live in Japan and enjoyed riding there, but was quickly reminded of the lack of concern for bikes when I returned to the U.S. As time went by I missed having a bike more and more, so I got over the worry. More importantly, talked my wife into getting over it... Welcome Bill...wow, another west sider. [thumbsup] Hope to meet you soon. G Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: James.M on May 15, 2008, 01:49:53 PM Hey Bill! glad you could find the board, btw how did you find this board?
also, are you going to be doing the Track day on monday the 19th with AMS at cresson (MSR)? Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: Duc L'Smart on May 15, 2008, 01:53:05 PM Welcome, Bill [thumbsup]
We met at lunch, you came over to my WareHome... Stay tuned- Lot's of rides, get-togethers, tech talk, & occasionally some witty reparté ;D Ciao Scott Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: AndreRA3 on May 15, 2008, 01:58:35 PM Riding in Japan must be nice! (traffic jams excluded)
Welcome to the group! André Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: LYD on May 15, 2008, 01:59:55 PM Welcome Bill (again) Glad you made it to luch today. Where in japan did you live. And when is your birthday? Hopefully NOV! If its Sept. DON'T TELL ANYONE!! [evil]
the westisiders are happy to welcome you (the easties as well), but not as happy as the westies. Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: cdc on May 15, 2008, 02:44:03 PM Welcome Bill...wow, another west sider. [thumbsup] Hope to meet you soon. G He is in your neck of the woods. cdc Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: cdc on May 15, 2008, 02:46:26 PM Welcome Bill (again) Glad you made it to luch today. Where in japan did you live. And when is your birthday? Hopefully NOV! If its Sept. DON'T TELL ANYONE!! [evil] the westisiders are happy to welcome you (the easties as well), but not as happy as the westies. We claim him for September! [thumbsup] Actually, I don't really know. cdc Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: James.M on May 15, 2008, 02:47:05 PM how did find him?
Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: LYD on May 15, 2008, 03:29:08 PM Charles found him? ???
Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: Dallas 1098 on May 15, 2008, 04:02:16 PM Welcome Bill. At least someone found you. I was James wasn't it?
Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: never2loud on May 15, 2008, 04:50:45 PM Hi Bill, glad you could make it to lunch today. That 848 is awesome (notice I said, "awesome" and not "cute" [laugh] ). Hope you can make it to some of our other informal get togethers - we're a Ride safe. Lisa Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: ♣ McKraut ♣ on May 15, 2008, 04:55:26 PM Hi Bill, glad you could make it to lunch today. That 848 is awesome (notice I said, "awesome" and not "cute" [laugh] ). Hope you can make it to some of our other informal get togethers - we're a Ride safe. Lisa lisa wth? you're sig is totally not paying attention to your gorgeous superbike... :( she's sad.... Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: BarneePhife on May 15, 2008, 04:58:30 PM Bill,
Welcome to the board. Great choice in bikes to get back into it after so long out of the saddle! [thumbsup] Looking forward to meeting you sometime and seeing your new "awesome" 848! - Jim Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: never2loud on May 15, 2008, 05:26:24 PM lisa wth? you're sig is totally not paying attention to your gorgeous superbike... :( she's sad.... Yeah, what can I say? Avatar du jour [laugh] One day I'll settle down. Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: Duc L'Smart on May 15, 2008, 06:31:09 PM you're sig is totally not paying attention to your gorgeous superbike That's not her SBK [evil] Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: shadowcougar1 on May 15, 2008, 07:13:14 PM That's not her SBK [evil] LOL [laugh] I was wondering when you guys were going to use that avatar again... Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: never2loud on May 16, 2008, 02:58:09 AM LOL [laugh] I was wondering when you guys were going to use that avatar again... Yeah, the time was ripe for mischief making (that happens so rarely around here, you really have to be on your game to seize the momnet, as it were). Next week, though, who knows what the avatar will be... Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: bryant8 on May 16, 2008, 07:18:46 AM Another 848, nice. [moto]
Welcome to the local group, I hope to see you out on some rides [thumbsup] Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: b.b. on May 19, 2008, 06:38:24 AM Thank you for the welcome notes. Sorry to take so long getting back to everyone, but work tends to get in the way of more interesting activities.
Charles actually rescued me from languishing in the apparently deceased MSM Ducati group. Thank you CDC! ;D My birthday is August, but the wife’s is September. My 848 was called “cute” when I met Randy, since he’s a superbike guy. But what I heard was… “Man, you are one pathetic loser. No offense.” – Lloyd None was taken.. I was in the Air Force, stationed at Yokota just outside of Tokyo, and Kadena in Okinawa. I spent 4 years at each location. It was a great experience for many reasons. The riding was fantastic. Outside of the metro-area, there are plenty of great roads to ride. While in traffic, drivers watched for you and respected your space. No track days this month, for the same reason it took so long to reply. I work for the Railroad and it’s a 24/7 operation. I do most of my riding during the week. If anyone else has an odd schedule or excess free time let me know. Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: bryant8 on May 19, 2008, 08:08:22 AM This group has dubbed the white 848 a "white unicorn" so I guess that's cute too, but it's a beast on the track. I just need to learn how to ride it harder out there.
One of my best friends (1st LT last I recall) was stationed out in Yakota for 4 years as well. He just got back stateside just over a year ago. I'm not sure if you guys spanned the same timeframe, but it is a small world. Title: Re: repeat hello for the local group. Post by: svoloch on May 19, 2008, 08:15:16 AM yes, and just like in the legends, only the purest of mind, and especially of body, can tame the unicorn!!
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