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Let's go find some roads!

Saturday afternoon Anytime Saturday and/or anytime Sunday. I don't care about pace... fast... slow... whatever.

---- UPDATE ----
A ride to Harper's Ferry is planned for Sunday. Meet at the Exxon/Mobile across the street from Rhodeside Grill (rhodesidegrill.com) at 8:00 AM; we're rolling at 8:30 sharp.

The route takes us up the MD side of the river and down the VA side. Shoot me a PM if you want to intercept us along the way.

---- UPDATE #2 ----
Pics posted. Good ride...

BASTARD!!  Neither of the bikes are here yet, so I'm a no go. Might come follow you around in the rental car and make Termi noises though...

take a culmination of Termi pipe samples and record them on a CD and play it in the car with the windows down and full blast....

Good, you rented a Ferrari! You'll need it when we get chased out of WVA.  :o

Unfortunately not; it's a Mazda.  Far cry better than the POS Kia that I originally had though...

I'm up for a ride on Sunday.

Cagey, it's good to hear from you! Wanna head out early or sleep in? Any cravings for a route? If not, I've got a few roads I've been meaning to get to...

two more weeks...  two more weeks...

Hey guys, I'm always looking for places to ride and wanted to introduce myself. I'm in Bethesda on an '00 M750 and am pretty light on riding buddies--mostly just been commuting. I've only logged a couple thousand miles so I'm not a huge speedster but if anyone ever wants a casual ride, I'd totally be down.  [thumbsup]

unfortunately I can't make sunday though.

--Reid

Hey Reid, what's your Saturday looking like? We can meet up out on G'Town Turnpike or River Rd...

tuanogus -- I usually try to head out a bit early to avoid traffic as much as possible -- also cooler for a while. I'm up for anything. Heading out now in fact. I see your edit re Saturday am. Where are you going this morning? Email me.

I didn't get any takers for Saturday before I hit the sack last night. So I planned to get up early this AM to beat heat/traffic/mayhem. I was on the road by 7:00... Looks like I just missed you, Cagey. I'll e-mail you RE Sunday.

Reid, I got your message. I'm gonna try again to plan a group ride next weekend. Hopefully we'll catch up then.

For others following along, Cagey and I are going to roll out of Arlington early'ish tomorrow. Not sure of direction, yet, but will post details here.

Alright, sounds good. Too bad I can't tomorrow morning, but I'll catch up eventually.

Bump! See the update in the OP.

Getting there was easier said than done for a MD dummy like me. Fortunately Cagey was familiar with many of the roads up there and kept us going in the right direction (despite some road closures and detours). It was a great day and the sky stayed clear... Here are a few pics of our stop in historic Harper's Ferry.

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Very cool town and I wish we had time to explore the area. Looking forward to getting back out there.

Daaamn! Really sorry I missed this ride, I haven't been on the forum for a couple of days...

I really love the roads around Harpers Ferry, lots of twisties up there. Let's do something next weekend, I need to start sharing my routes ;)

Hmm, can't place it.. but that jacket looks very familiar...

You boys catch air on Harpers ferry road? Or is that just me?

The jacket is rocking the summer. I like how the rain layer stows nicely in the tank bag, too.


We didn't ride Harpers Ferry Rd. We thought about it on the way back, going south, but opted to stay on the MD side of the river. I can't wait to get back up there to explore some more. I'll do it on a weekday when there's less traffic; call in "sick" on the next cool'ish, sunny day.

i cant believe i missed this entire thread! It was a busy weekend though.  Cool photos! [beer]

So who's riding this weekend?

Do you have a bike?

Saturday afternoon. Anyone up for 3-4 hours? Back in Arlington by 4:00/5:00 for a beer with Yuu.

I've got two, they're just not here yet.  I was more looking to find out how any people I would fly the one finger salute to out of sheer jealousy.   ;D

This Saturday the 26th. I will be riding through southern Md.

About 110-120 miles of twisties.

Will be stopping for lunch.

Meeting at 16503 Ballpark Rd. Bowie Md  20716    9:30 a.m. and stands up at 10:00

Who's riding this weekend?  This guy!! 

Carp! My Saturday mornings are shot for the next 6 weeks (hockey). I would join you otherwise.

Lars, what's at this spot?  I had plans to go down to Ikea on saturday morning, but might have to blow it off since the bike will be here.  Also, how long do you plan on the ride taking?

 There is a Chic-filet and a Sunoco gas station.

IKEA is open on sunday.

The ride is about 3-4 hours.

carp?.....you goin fishing?

I'm out this weekend, family matters...

Hope everything's ok.

Thanks, it will be ok. It's more of a combination of several things happening at the same time than a real problem.

I'm hoping to get out a little bit on sunday. How the wrist feels will dictate a lot - pondering Clifton to get back in a groove w/o too much time commitment, and easy ability to stop if my wrist decides it's done.

zhit....

Its  carnival this weekend.  and a bikini wash on sunday

which carnival?...or do you mean carnivale?

the first one ( carribean parade/fete)  on ga ave start 11a-

you sure it isn't going to be a World Cup par-tay?!?!?!?!...LOL

Sounds good.


Also sounds good.


Sounds VERY good.   ;D

So, is everyone stuck at work today?

Aye  :-[
Well just let me know...

of course

yup....

Boo! 

I only asked because a couple of people (you know who you are) had mentioned that they had lots of holiday time and might blow today off.

In July...

lol  I was actually talking about Brian, but you'll do.  ;)

I'm about to ride out for a few hours... wanna join?

YEP!  I need to hop in the shower real quick.  Where do you want to meet?

I'll meet you in Shirlington since that's central to both of us. I'll ride around the block at CCB. Sent you PM with mobile + left message at ur phone. Cya soon.

Rockstar parked in front of CCB.

YOu guys suck

big elephant balls!...

Aahhhhh... That felt good.

Introduced Ben to some of the Great Falls roads. Out to Lime Kiln, Snickers... Ran outta time so slabbed it back.

Did you make it, Ben???

Nope.  Where the hell am I?

Still on for tomorrow?  Anyone else showing up?

Yes still on.

Cool.  I'm going to try and find my way out there.  ;)

So anyone else up for an early knock about in the Clifton area tomorrow?

My kickstand is up at 6:30AM tomorrow. Is that too early?

Ben, hope you had fun yesterday.

Sure did.  Thanks for letting me follow you guys around.   [thumbsup]

Weather looks like it will be MUCH better for riding this weekend!  Who's going out?

Count me in! I have some MD routes to share if you guys are interested.

Now for the difficult part: choices, choices, which bike to ride???  [evil]

I have no routes to share, so I'll follow your lead.  :D

In, depending... anytime after noon on Saturday works for me.

Saturday, Sunday and Monday all work for me. If we do a PM ride, I'd rather head out after 3-4 PM.

So should I suggest having a post afternoon ride beer this Saturday?

Hear! Hear!

In  [drink]

I am riding again on monday.

And I just might have to join you, if that was an invite.  ;)

Yes , that was an invite.

July 5th  meet at 9:30 and stands up at 10:00.

Bring rocks for errant Volvo's w/ d.c. tags or Z4's  sightseeing.

.45 caliber rocks?   [evil]

only with an open carry thigh holster ala olde school calvary style!...LOL

I've got the drop leg rig that holds a light equipped 1911.  That should work.  ;)

I've got July 2 off. Things are a little TBD, but I'm hoping to go for a ramble. If anyone else is playing hookie and wants to join, drop me a note.

.45 sounds like the ticket.

So what's the deal on Saturday? We riding? We drinking?

Preferably in that order ;)

I have a few roads in MD I'm more than willing to share. They're all relatively close, between River Rd, 270 and Point of Rocks.

Sign up if you're interested  [moto]

I wish I could make the Saturday ride with you guys.  I haven't gotten a chance to ride with anyone yet, but would like to.  If there is some riding planned for Monday though, let me know, because I will be off.

I'm in if folks are up for an afternoon run.

Well if anyone wants to play with me give me a call 202-487-6041. Be out to dinner soon so won't answer, just leave a message

Ok, so what's the consensus?  I actually think an afternoon start works best for me tomorrow.  That will give me ample time to get all my shit the hell out of the hotel tonight and tomorrow morning.  But more importantly, it will give me time to enjoy this here cigar, along with a glass of bourbon, tonight.   [thumbsup]

Monday the 5th. meet at 9:30 and playtime starts at 10:00

16503 Ballpark Road Bowie Md 20716.

All the cool kids are doin it.

For any slackers, wafflers or lurkers - we are meeting @ 8 tomorrow. 1000 N Wakefield st. Off of Fairfax blvd. in Ballston. It's a parking lot for Marymount U across from a holiday inn. It's the last place you can turn before you're sucked onto 66 so don't over shoot. There is a light there just FYI.

We'll be going west to Marshall. As time allows to luray and timberville, wrapping around to Winchester.

Anyone out near the Frederick Fairgrounds on Sunday afternoon may hear the sound of flat-track racing.

http://www.barbarafritchieclassic.com (http://www.barbarafritchieclassic.com)

Heats at 11:30, mains around 3:00pm.

(possibly a Ducati tracker will be there, Joe Kopp got Ducati's first ever win in AMA Flat Track last May - and while this isn't a Grand National race a lot of the big guys show up because of the history behind this race - longest running 1/2 mile in the US - 88 yrs I think)

Hello guys, I am new to the forum, ride black Monster S2R 1k, live in Mount Vernon/Ft. Belvoir, VA area. Anyone here riding around that area? It sounds like most of you guys from MD. Anywho, if anyone is going to ride Sunday/Monday, I would like to join up if you don't mind. I don't ride often  :'( , so I am not looking to set speed/cornering records, but will try to keep up to the best of my ability. Thanks and I hope to see/meet some of you this weekend.

Actually, I think there are more of us in NoVa, but it really doesn't matter, it's all close enough.

I think Lars is going back out on Monday. I went with his "group" last week, and it was a good ride.   [thumbsup]

I've gone down there a touch - but don't really know the roads so it's not a regular thing. There's a pretty good mix of folks, MD DC and VA. I live in south Arlington, almost where it becomes Fairfax co, so I'm only a shortish hop up 395, and so are some other folks.

if you back track in this thread I think there's something about Sunday. Also, twolanefun (gene) posted that he will be going up to Fredrick for the flat track racers http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=40018.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=40018.0) - If you're game, Gene is an excellent leader as he knows *every* road in the area.

And don't worry - this boards population is great about considering peoples varied skill levels and encouraging folks to ride their own pace.

Thanks for replies guys. Hopefully I'll ride with you all at some point. I will ride Monday morning, group ride or not. This weather and time off is a combo I just cannot miss  ;D

Once again, July 5th ,9:30 a.m. 16503 Ballpark road Bowie MD. 20716.

Stands up at 10:00.


About 100-120 miles of non-stop twisty perversion.

Lars, I think I am going to head over towards WV tomorrow with Brian.  Are you going to be doing your loop again next weekend?  If so I am in.  Also, do you by chance have any of that mapped out for a google earth/map overlay?

For those wanting to head out for a 211/33 loop, we're meeting at the gas station in Shirlington at 8:30, and rolling at 9:00'ish.

If you want to intercept us out west, we're stopping at the BP in The Plains at 9:45'ish, and rolling at 10:00'ish. After that your best bet is a text message (703.231.4082) and a plan to meet us in Harrisonburg when we stop for a quick lunch.

The pace will be fast - mostly single file. Drink some water tonight, and wrap yourself up real good in the morning. We'll be diligent about lunch and fuel... no social bullsh!t... the goal is to be back in DC around 3:30-4:00.

Yea right.  lol  I remember someone saying that he had to be back by 4:30 "sharp" on both rides.  ;)

And by the way, Massimo will probably join us. 

My wife just rolls her eyes at me now when I tell her I'll be home by "such n such" time... [roll]


[thumbsup]

She's learning.  ;)

Did you re-plan the route to go look at that bike?

I know it's probably a retarded question, but for the sake of clarity and to avoid me getting lost in VA as I usually do, this is "THE" gas station in Shirlington: Shirlington Texaco, 2817 South Quincy Street, Arlington, VA‎, right?

I would say yes.  Either there, or the Caribou Coffee just down the high street.

No the gas station in Shirlington is a Shell station. You've got the right address though.

Lars, are you doing this route again next Sunday?  If so, Brian, Massimo and I will likely be attending. 

And if there's space for one more - I'd like to toss my hat in the ring. IF it's happening and the group's not too big already.

It is always on, I am just contemplating which day will be cooler.

Meet at 9:30 and stands are up at 10:00.

  [thumbsup]

I can will do Sunday AM.

Looks like sat is nominally cooler, but with chances for thunder boomers that Sunday doesn't have. So pick your poison...

What time will you tell the boss you'll be home?  ;)

Hey! I was off by only an hour on Monday! >:(

I've done that ride plenty of times in under 7 hours. You guys are just slow! ;D

BTW, Ed - he peeled off to slab it back I81->I66 - he got home at 5:00... just as we did! He was kinda pissed we almost beat him back! A real tribute to the route (and our pace on 231).

[clap]

Now, if I can only learn how to keep up with you and Massimo in the mountains... :o

Just takes time, practice and confidence.  Familiarity with the roads (which I don't have yet) helps a whole lot too.

Like Massimo and I were saying, work on getting your feet up on the pegs.  Try riding with the balls of your feet, or maybe even your toes, in contact with the pegs versus the base of the heel rise.  You will get lots of extra cornering clearance just from that.  I'll stay behind you the next time we go up/down 33 or 211 so I can get an idea of how you are riding it and maybe be able to offer some pointers. 

OK , Sunday

Maybe we'll have more Ducatis than Buells...   ;D

In! Told the wife I'd be home by 7PM. ;D

  [laugh] [laugh] [clap]

+1 gazillion! And get off your ass!

You should also do some track days: they help you become more confident and develop a better feeling with your bike, you'll learn how far you can push your tires, brakes, and frame. I really like going to Shenandoah at Summit Point. Lots of turns and relatively low speeds are a great way to learn your corners.

There's two more dates at Shenandoay this year with Roger Lyle: Sunday August 8th, and Monday Sept 6th (labor day); I'd like to do both.

How much are those track days??  I'd like to take the SD out to the one in September.

Hey guys.  I really wanted to go riding on Monday.  I'm sad I missed it.  A whole weekend of drinking had me stuck on the couch on Monday.  Let me know when the next session is though and I'll come out.

Shenandoah track days are $150 (with early registration: 10+ days in advance). There's also a $25 membership fee, btw.

Here's the site: www.motorcyclexcitement.com (http://)

Just keep an eye on this thread. If you roll back a bit, there's a plan for this weekend already  [thumbsup]

I saw Sunday.  That sucks...:(  I have too much going on these days.  Parents will be coming into town that day.  Oh well, I am subscribed, so I will try and stay on top of future rides.

Get them a Metro pass and tell them to enjoy their day.   [evil]

haha, I wish.  [bang]

Ok, so the meet up is out in Bowie at 0930.  Who wants to meet up around Shirlington area and ride out together?

I'll jump on that grenade.

What time - 8:30?

That should work, and say roll out by nine.  30 minutes is enough time to get out there unless traffic is totally stupid.  Let's say meet up at Caribou Coffee?

Takes a bit more than 30.. and I say Best Buns. They have better noms  ;D

Took me slightly less than 30 the last time I went and met them, slowpoke.   ;D

Screw noms, I'm going or the rocket fuel.  Bread is of the debil!!

BB has cafe too... and Biscotti. Coffee and a biscotto is the proper way to do an Italian start to the day  ;D

But if it'll keep your knickers from getting twisted I'll meet to at caribou

I'm out, need to work on the car before the wheels fall off!

PAH!  I thought you took the bike to work.  If so, what do you need to work on the car for?

The wife requires the car.  I need to keep her around a little longer (the wife, not the car), then I'll get a dog, divorce the wife, and  keep the  dog ;)

bwaa bwaa bwaaaa

http://sadtrombone.com/ (http://sadtrombone.com/)

Then tell her that she had better learn to fix the damned thing.

Weather is looking good for tomorrow [clap]

Where are you guys going?

AA county MD

Really good ride today Lars.  Thanks for the lead!

Thanks indeed. Those are some fun roads. And the lunch time comedy act was fun too. It was cool meeting your buell buddies too

Really glad you had fun next time I will take a few different roads .

Did Scott make home ok?

Those roads were fine by me.  I wouldn't mind riding more just to get familiar with them, and be able to hit them with a bit of speed...

As far as Scott goes...  Don't know.  I imagine so, but haven't heard from him...

I'd assume so - as long as there was no getting lost.

Got the day off on Monday - seriously pondering going for a roll. Anyone else?

Scott got home fine. I really enjoyed the ride, too. Thanks for organizing it, Lars.
Have fun out there today, Ian. I have to return to work after having last week off.

T storms predicted for the afternoon and showers starting sooner, so I've bailed on myself. Off to the dog park

Yes, rain does suck as I had the opportunity to ride a 1200 Multi today .

If it was anyone else, the sun would be shining and birds chirping.

Forecast is a tad iffy - but right now I'm thinking of rolling out on Sunday 7/18. Thinking northwesterly, if anyone's interested.

I'm due for a make the beast with two backsing ride. In on Sunday.

If you want to change that to southeasterly, I'll be heading back to Norfolk from the Oxon Hill MD area on Sunday morning. Love to meet up.

That could be done. I know there's roads that go that way....  I'd just need some help with a route since I really never go that way I'd have to make due with what looks good from a map.

Anyone know some good stuff they would share that's working SE from Dc?

If you get carried away and end up far enough SE, give me a call on cell - I'll be in OBX for the week [drink] Me, (2) 11-year old girls and (2) 26 year old ladies.

I know a few good roads in that area. I'll PM you a possible route and see what you think.
Jeff

210 is the Debil! but looks doable to escort you down to the end of MD'ish at least. Got a meet spot and time in mind?

Carp! I'm tentative for Sunday, now. SNAFU.

I'm thinking 210 at the corner of Swan Creek Rd. at 8 or 8;30? This is before the loooong straaaaight part of 210, just past Fort Washington Rd.
Tuanogus, hope you can make it.
Yuu, I PM'd you my cell#. Call if you need to change or get directions, etc.

Early bird! 8:30 works better. I've got a bit of ride just to get over there.

what day?

The bun bun run is Sunday.

nice name for it....

someone outta bring some honey buns and everyone on the Bun-Bun run take a picture with them

Ok, I'm in town. That last couple of hours was just make the beast with two backsin' miserable. The heat off the pavement must have been 110-115.
Hopefully Sunday'll be less horrible.
All aboard for the Bun-bun fun run.

So Ian, did yuu get the route planned for tomorrow? 

Lars, are you leading the group out of Bowie again?

Not doing the Bowie run tomorrow, next weekend I should be able to get out .

Meeting Bun Bun at the above intersection at 8:30 and following until... sometime. Might cross back into va wth him and then hook up behind Quantico etc.

Guys, I'd like to join the Sunday run. Where and when are you meeting up?
All I need is address and time and I will be there.
If it is an open invite, of course.
Thanks in advance.

210 at the corner of Swan Creek Rd. @ 8:30.  Bun Bu's leading for a while - but he'll be working to get back down to VA beach area. We'll hit a split point and I'll wander myself back to Arlington. Not really sure who I'll be doing it though.

After looking at the map a bit - I think  I'll flow back into VA on 302 - head west on Dahlgren to Celadon road to Fredricksburg. Head west on 17 for a bit and pick up some of the roads that run around the back side of Quantico... Roll up to manassas and try to work back through Clifton.

Well, looks like I'm out.  Need to meet a friend from Hawaii for a late (ish) lunch, and there's not a chance in hell that ride will be done in time...

I tried to find this on google maps and came up with Old Forte Village Shopping center, swan creek road east and 210. Is there a gas station/some landmark's parking lot specifically where you guys meet up at?

Just look for the guys slinging rock.  Be prepared for a hasty get-a-way though, as they might take a fancy to your scoot.   ;D

That's all I've got. This is Bun-Buns baby. I don't know the area at all. I'm assuming we're meeting in that shopping center.

Old fort village shopping ctr is right. Meet at the McD's on the corner at or before 8:30. From VA; take the beltway across the WW bridge and take the exit after 295 onto rt210 South. about 5 miles down the road pass Fort Washington Rd on the right(Exxon station on corner) next light is the meetup point. Take a right onto Swan Creek and a right into the shopping ctr. I'll be at McD's sipping an iced latte.
I'm fairly certain about the first part of our route, the last half I'm kinda wingin' it. I've driven most of it before, but it;s been several years. We'll figure it out.

I'm aiming to hit 301 bridge by 10:30. That gives you plenty of time to scoot back up 301 for your lunch date.

Thanks man. I will see you then.

I'm in. Gotta be back by early PM but that seems doable.

See you all in MD in the morning

Kinda late notice here... Ima heading out to lead a "Hot a @#$%, Head for the Hills" ride. Meet at Sheetz in Haymarket (I66 & Rt 15) at 12:30; stands up at 1:00. We'll go for about 150-200 miles and will ride Skyline ($10). Moderate pace.

See you in hell [evil]

You pregnant dog!! 

  >:(

Great ride today -- thanks, Jeff. Yevgeny (sp?) -- I had to bail and slab it. I couldn't face Rt. 1 through Woodbridge. The highway was quite a bit hotter, though. See you next time (after you get back).
Scott

Hot as hell is right. Just got back from my round Quantico loop after splitting from the quitters and bun bun. You boys should have come with :P 

Got home about 2:30. Hot for the last couple of hours, but not as bad as the ride up. God help me, I may be getting used to it.
Great riding with you guys. Glad everyone made it home safe.

Is anyone riding this coming weekend?

IF you do go... water water water.  Supposed to be hot as hell. Looking towards 98 on Sunday

Yep, I'm finally free for a full Sunday. I'd be down for your Bowie ride if you're up to leading. Otherwise, I'm willing to lead a group out to the mountains where it'll be 10-20 degrees cooler. Found some sweet roads out there last weekend and want to explore a bit more.

Water water water!

I suppose I could be talked into riding...

  [roll]

Ben, it wouldn't be the same without you.

I will try to pick up the pace.

Whatever.  Quit flirting.  ;)


The pace has been fine actually.  You will see in time that I will chase the proverbial carrot, so just keep on how you've been doing it.   [thumbsup]


Weather forecast looks like Saturday will be a better day for riding at the moment...  Stay tuned...

OK Saturday it is.

I just checked the weather and it is looking like 103 degrees.

Is anyone still interested?

As fun as your roads are... I was a maybe anyway. And with it being over 100, I'll pass.

I'll most likely be there if you are.  Didn't get any ring in last week and need to  [moto]

OK ,it is on
meet at 9:30 stands up  at 10:00

I think I could brave it, if you don't mind a slower rider. Tuono . . . eh,  sugonaut, are you still looking at Sunday in the "cool" mountains or signing on for the Saturday broiler in south Maryland?

Unfortunately, I can't do Saturday. But, ya, I'm headed to the mountains on Sunday.

Tomorrows ride is going to be moved to Sunday as it will be too eff-in hot .

So Sunday the 25th at 9:30 and stands up by 10:00.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

16503 Ballpark Road
Bowie Md 20716

I'm still planning to ride west tomorrow. I have an epic-super-duper-long route, and an abbreviated version. Depending on how we feel at the start, or during lunch, we can adjust the plan. Lots of shade and elevation to help beat the heat, but it'll still be hot as Hades. As always there's a chance of PM thunder.

The long route has us up on Skyline Drive which is $10. The abbreviated route skips Skyline but still runs through GW National Forest.

Meet at Silver Diner in Clarendon at 8:45'ish. Stands up at 9:00. We'll slab it out to zoddamn Haymarket where the fun begins.

I'm in. Sounds like fun. I'm hydrating already.

I'm a bit on the fence - but I'm prepping none the less. Hydration and salts

Hmmm...

Pondering time travel again?

Time travel is easy; I'm considering fastforwarding to Fall.  I may stop by ye ol' Diner, but doubtful I'll head out to the mountains.  Though I could ride the approaches to Skyline all frickin day!  Love uphill turns.

I might have a few turns that you describe along my route, so if you would like I am meeting  at 16503 Ballpark Road Bowie MD 20716

I am usually there at 9:30 and stands up at 10:00

Lars, how long are you planning on being out?  I need to get a ride in this morning, so I will probably head out with you guys.  The rendezvous isn't until later in the afternoon.  ;)

Probably the usual, you could stop for lunch and then head out and should be back in time or skip lunch and definitely be back in time.

Just got back from a short hop (I woke up at 9:45).  Wow.  The World is Burning, 2010.

Just got back as well.  It is a touch warm out there, isn't it?

I am riding this Saturday if anyone is interested.

Always!  Well, if I'm not swamped in boxes that is...

If you need help with a box marked "KTM" gimme a shout.

Damn boxes...

Nine thirty?

Sleep in and arrive at 10.

lol  Gee thanks.   [roll]

Anybody else coming?

 

My bike is off the road for the 7500 maintenance window (includes a valve job). So I'm out for a week or two. Will try to make the Tuesday meetups.

No one out today?

Got family visiting. Also bike might be down for a couple weeks due to a big time parts trade out

Isn't that what winter is for?  ;)

Thought that's what buddies with spare bikes were for  ;D

Eh it's a now or never sort of deal. He's got a full system with highmounts and the sort of rear sets I've wanted. Strike while the iron is hot

Gotcha. 

Too bad you've got family around.  ;)

Said "a couple weeks"  ;D

Yes, you sure did.  But I happen to know someone with an extra bike laying around...

If you're looking for something to ride, I've got a Honda that kinda looks like a Monster.  A tiny blue 400cc monster.
(http://i456.photobucket.com/albums/qq289/LFSSpecial/supergrover_is_sexy.jpg)

Yuu can also borrow a Monster 620 or SV650 from me.

Hmmmmmmmm....What will Yuu do with his current exhaust?

I may be out next weekend both days , it just depends on how much time I  have to plan another route.

Yea?  Do tell! 

I still really like the roads you have led me through so far, especially the little mini-corkscrew section.   [evil]

Love the sound of a hill minicorkscrew. Do tell, where is this fancy feature?

Been out riding every chance I get (which is a lot since I only have a half time job for the rest of summer), but I don't want to be "that guy" that holds everyone up. Just ask Yuu...3rd grade girls on bicycles are faster than I am. Anyone up for a noobie ride some afternoon this week?

The rides that Lars has been leading out through southern Maryland have been quite newb friendly.  There are a few folks there that will move around at a good clip, but there is almost always a guy at the back that knows the route very well and makes sure that no one gets left behind.  They're a really good group, even though they are mostly Buell riders.   [cheeky]

They are mostly  Buell riders however that is because no Ducs show up.

This past Saturday was not much fun , it is too much to deal with 11 riders.

As far as this weekend I will attempt to make it MUCH more interesting with a few more roads that I do know.

It's getting shipped off as part of this trade. Rearsets and exhaust, for rear sets and exhaust. He needs biposto rearsets and wants low termis. He's got cycle cat rearsets which I want and a '916 style' full system for a 900. I've been trying to get good deal on highmouts for ages.

Well if ridings in the cards this weeked - I'll happily accept someones gererous offer... Though I think the CB1 might die with me on it. 230 in full gear will punish that poor thing.

Want to test ride an SD?   [evil]

The number of riders complicated things a bit, but even more so is the fact that one or two of them seemed to be totally of the "on tour" mindset, where some of the others were a bit more aggro.  

yes please!  [thumbsup]

You might hear shotguns going off behind you.   [evil]

Good thing I got in Uglyducky's Termi line. Let's hope his blacked out megaphones work so I can hear something besides my own gas behind me when I'm riding.

<Slips away silently, wishing he didn't have mid-day obligations both Saturday and Sunday>

Lars, what's the plan for the weekend festivities?

I am going to try and add about a few more miles however I may need to work Saturday.

Sunday is always on, I will know more later on today

Oh yea fine.  So you'd rather hang out in Anacostia than go ride your motorcycle with us eh? 

If something solid is happening for Sat, I could be game.. if I got a loaner. Sunday is out, I've been tapped to help someone move.

So looks like Lars is going to lead a ride each day this weekend.  Anyone on here interested?  And Ian, this includes yuu.  ;)

I'm a no go. Too much n my plate. Good news is that some of it will be doing a parts inventory on my new goodies

In! Need to get off my @$$ and do some riding!

Sunday is on,and hopefully I will seamlessly add more left and right kinda stuff to the mix.

Hope to see a few people show.

So Sunday it is then. Massimo, do you want to meet up and convoy out there?

I should be there tomorrow.

Cool.  So, let's meet up down in Shirlington around eight thirty.  That will give us time to get tanked (with petrol) and a touch of go juice/brekkie and then be on our way by nine.  How's that sound?

Perfect. Starbucks again?

Well, there isn't a Starbucks down there, but we could meet at Caribou.  ;)  Either that or Roobek's, seeing how they are right next to each other...

8:30 at the Caribou in Shirlington sounds good to me, now where are we convoying out to?  ???

Ah, yes. Whatever the generic industrial cozy coffeehouse there is. See you at 8:30.

Bowie, MD.  Takes about half an hour to get there, but once there...  nice nice nice...

GREAT F'ing ride today!!  Thanks for leading us out again Lars!

I used to think that part of MD was all flat and straight, thanks for proving otherwise!

Next time tho more riding and less talking ;)

Ditto -- great ride, great roads. Thanks, Lars! My thigh started cramping up near the end, so I went even slower than usual. Really enjoyed the day, though.

Today everything seemed to click , that was a fun ride today.

Ben, Massimo, and Scott , thanks for coming along, weather permitting, next weekend will be more of the same.

 Anyone who is just reading this and did not come along, sorry you missed out.

Except for that one car that had decided to stop in the middle of the flippin' road just outside of that blind turn.  Thank god for Brembo.  ;)

Looks like we need to work on your indoctrination a little: Brembo is god; repeat after me.

Uhm...  Really?  I could see you saying that about Massimo Tamburini, but Brembo?  Hmmmm... 

Try riding without the brembos....Yea, though I ride through the valley of death, I shall not be afraid for my brembo will save my ass...unless I really make the beast with two backs up! [moto]

Oh, I have.  The first street bike I had was an older Yamaha RZ500, which was illegal as hell here in the states.  My friend brought one down from Kanada and sold it to me after it scared the shit out of him.  ;)

 ;D

I'm trying to finagle myself into the weekend ride with you guys this weekend and should know for sure later this week.

All,

I am trying to gauge interest for a ride originating in DC down to SoMD and back on Saturday, 8/22 21 (weather permitting).   I know Lars has lead several excellent rides to SoMD through AA County and probably into Calvert County.  My route (mostly two lane roads) runs through PG, Charles and into St Mary’s County.
  
I propose meeting in DC’s Penn Quarter neighborhood (Starbucks at the corner of 7th & Indiana/Penn Ave) with stands up at 9:00 am.  The itinerary includes stopping for crabs / seafood lunch at a truly authentic and waterfront crab house.  

The ride route down can be as short as 1½ hours or can be easily stretched to 2+ hours before stopping for lunch, and then riding about an 1½ hours back to DC.  If we leave at 9:00 am, I estimate we should be back to DC by 2:30-3 pm.

The pace will be relatively brisk and I want to limit the number of riders to no more than 5 to 6.

//tb
 

I am there.

I'm interested but tentative; bike is in the shop for a bit. Sounds like a cool ride. BTW, my calendar shows 8/22 as a Sunday.

Saturday ride might be nice.  Not sure if I could keep up with the brisk pace though...

 Thanks! Date corrected.

Pace is relative, right?  I'm pretty sure the pace will be fine for most.

Maybe, if I can make it I might offer an alternate route back. I know a few interesting roads but would be a longer route back. I'm not sure about the pace, it's relative, in some circles I'm consider slow, I could always ride the new slow bike [evil] and Lars can ride his old slow bike. Tony, coming from No Va I would want to find a place to catchup with you along the way. - Gene

Is anyone riding this coming weekend? I would love to join and put in a few miles

Kinda sounds like a duel.

Both of my bikes are old and slow.

Just let me know where.  I'll try to keep up.   [evil]

Headed to VIR, that is about ~400 on back twisty roads

Oops not what I meant at all, I won't duel on public roads, I'll save that for the track. Just menat that my new toy might be slower on the back roads than my Ducati's, don't know yet. - Gene

Looks like I'll be out for a little. The 750 developed a rattle from somewhere in the engine after this past weekend's ride while the 900 seems  to  have  some  issues  with the tank after it gets down to about 1 - 1&1/2 gallons... fun times ahead :)

Gene, what is this new toy that you speak of ?

Massimo, remove tank from 750 and install on 900.

That's too easy!

If the 900's carbie, classic fuel pump issue - gravity's helping you with a fullish tank.  Swapping tanks won't help, but swapping fuel pumps will.  For the 750, hope it isn't the same rattle 1098/848's get.

I'm thinking the fuel pump (or lack thereof) is the issue with the 900, but I just want to be sure. Could be something else and the electric system on Italian bikes is capable of more surprises that Houdini! ;)

The 750 is what really concerns me, I'll check the oil level, then take off the covers to see if there's anything obvious... loose nuts anyone? I hadn't started her (all my bikes are ladies btw ... well more like mistresses ... pregnant doges really!) since the Sunday ride so it's possible I've shaken her too much.

It's in my signature line - Gene

Gene, that is not what i was expecting.

I am riding on sunday  , stands up at 10:00

mrEnke ....I doubt it is a fuel pump issue, more than likely something in the tank (settlement or something!) I did a set of FCR's on a 900SS that had no fuel pump and it has no issue whatsoever. However, i'd be glad to take a look at it (free of charge,of course! since i took the fuel pump off. I could put it back in for you if you would like to try!). Let me know if/when you could get it to me. As far as rattle on the 750...any idea where its coming from? I though it was actually running quite well.  Shoot me a PM and we'll get you back on the road!

I've done some research and I agree it seems unlikely that it's a fuel pump issue, rather deposits in the tank or vacuum line clogged or both.

I checked the 750 when I got back home today and it looks like the engine is dry of oil (?!?). I'll buy some tomorrow to fill her up and see how much is missing. The noise seems to come from the whole engine, not very loud when I turn on the bike and let it idle but I can hear it as soon as I give it some gas.

I'll put some oil in tomorrow and see what that does to the noise, question is where did all the oil go? The mistery deepens!

Due to something unexpected, this Saturday as riding day is out for me. Thank you for the response though, I hope to ride with you sometime in the future.

Lars: Sunday as in tomorrow? If so, I will be there, same meetup place?

Yes  ,same place tomorrow stands up at 10:00

Is the rain today canceling/delaying today's Bowie ride?  ???

Is it raining?  ;)

Just talked to Lars, and it's still on...

Yep.  Viel gluck!

Great day for riding a Duc! Thanks for showing me a part of the normal route. I'll have to get back out on a dry day...now I need a nice warm  [drink]!

Thanks for coming out [thumbsup].

The weatherman is worthless, hopefully next weekend will turn out good.

How many people made it out today?

 3

I'm a dumb@$$! This is just to confirm any suspicion ;)

I figured out what was the problem with the m750: the half bushings on the exhaust headers were mounted upside-down [bang] [bang] [bang]

Fantastic!  I was thinking big-end bearing.  900 no have fuel pump?  I haven't heard such craziness since the last time I heard Zoom say anything.

The rattling was coming from everywhere so I couldn't really figure out what was going on, so I had just given up and decided to heat wrap the exhaust from the vertical cylinder.

As soon as I take off the mufflers, the headers just dangle like balls. I'll put the half bushes on right tonight and then go hide  :-[ :-[

I'm sure I've done worse with my bikes (getting a screwdriver stuck in a sparkplug hole comes to mind) though few months ago I fixed my Jeep GC's window regulator (PIA!!!).  Put whole door back together, it didn't work.  Forgot to rehookup the electricals  [bang]

Have not hear from DRKWNG or Lars assume your trip back was okay? Hopefully the pace was not too slow for you, the transitions from dry to wet to dry required backing off the pace a little, once we separated I ended up on much drier stuff, ended up doing about 450 to the hotel in Danville. Found a few new keepers down by Smith Mountain Lake. I'll try and send you both a route sheet late tongiht. The new toy is having her coming out party tonight, some of the guys are meeting me at the Santini's in Oakton. - Gene

http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=297.msg744301#msg744301 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=297.msg744301#msg744301)

Yep, Lars and I made it back without too much drama.  Thanks for leading us out last Saturday Gene.  It is a shame that the road was as damp as it was, as some of those spots would have been mighty fun given the chance to open it up a touch.   [evil]

Status Update Re: SoMD Crab Run on Sat. (as of Fri, 08-20-10, 9:00 AM).

Okay… it looks like we have a quorum for the SoMD Crab Run on Saturday with LARS, DRKWNG, Cagey, and twolanefun (and gonefishing).   Sugonaut and Ducati Culture are both less than 50% likely, but are still welcome.

I’m proposing our group starting point be from Penn Quarter, at the corner of 7th Street and Indiana Ave / Penn Ave, NW (near the Navy Memorial / National Archives metro).   Address: 325 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004‎.

Please be there in time for stands up at 9:00 AM.  It would be a good idea to arrive with tanks full, but we’ll meet up with twolanefun and gonefishing at a gas station along the way (~15 miles outside of DC).

Twolanefun agreed and is preparing a route back through some excellent roads in Virginia.  It should be fun.  

Finally, I will PM my cell phone number to each of you.

-Tony
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Status and Level of Interest Update Re:  SoMD Crab Run on Saturday, 08-21.

At this time, the weather looks like it will fully cooperate for a Saturday ride.

Mostly Cloudy
Wind: SE at 9 mph
High: 87 Low: 73
Precip.: 20%
Humidity: 61%


The original offer was to ride from DC (Penn Qtr) down to SoMD and back on Saturday; and stopping for lunch at the Drift Inn Crab House.  Gene (twolanefun) replied generously offering to lead the ride back through some excellent roads in Virginia.  I think that would be great.  

However, if you are just interested to ride down, have lunch, and essentially reverse the route back to DC area, I'll stick with my original offer.  If some are interested in following Gene, and the group splits after lunch, that would be fine too.  Personally, I would rather extend the ride back with Gene leading us through some twisty back roads in Virginia.

So, if you are interested, please reply with your level of interest/confidence (i.e., 100%, >75% (greater than), ~50%).
  

Gene,
I'll send you a PM or call you with a proposed spot where we can meet up.

-Tony
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ORIGINAL POST:
I am trying to gauge interest for a ride originating in DC down to SoMD and back on Saturday, 8/22 21 (weather permitting).   I know Lars has lead several excellent rides to SoMD through AA County and probably into Calvert County.  My route (mostly two lane roads) runs through PG, Charles and into St Mary’s County.
  
I propose meeting in DC’s Penn Quarter neighborhood (Starbucks at the corner of 7th & Indiana/Penn Ave) with stands up at 9:00 am.  The itinerary includes stopping for crabs / seafood lunch at a truly authentic and waterfront crab house.  

The ride route down can be as short as 1½ hours or can be easily stretched to 2+ hours before stopping for lunch, and then riding about an 1½ hours back to DC.  If we leave at 9:00 am, I estimate we should be back to DC by 2:30-3 pm.

If do not go to NYC Im in....  19% in  79% out 2% marginal error

In

Interest: 100%
Probability of having a bike to ride: < 50%

I'm game.  I'll ride the moto-scoot on saturday and take the Seven out on Sunday.

Interest: 100%/confidence: 84%.

Scared?  ;)

Maybe a little, but I mean something may come up to prevent me from coming but prob not. Whatever we're talking about, it's 84%.

lol  Don't take me so seriously.  Was just being a smart ass.  ;)

Status Update Re: SoMD Crab Run on Sat. (as of Fri, 08-20-10, 9:00 AM).  It looks like we have a quorum and a GO decision.  Please refer back to the original post for details.
-Tony

Oh, I know -- so was I. See you tomorrow. Sounds like it'll be a good group and good weather.

Sounds fun... GPS it for me! 

My last batch of patch it parts arrived, so I'm going to take on getting my rear brake sorted out and make some final tweaks.

I'm out. No bike. Have fun!!!

Maybe I'll offer yuu an extra set of hands if he needs 'em.

Dude, you still haven't gotten your bike back yet?

Nope. And, yes, I'm kinda anxious. Borderline miffed.

Do you want to borrow a Monster 620 or SV650? Where is your bike being held captive?

So, Tony/Gene, give me an idea of the route so I can decide which bike to take out.  Super tight and twisty will be the SD.  Faster and more swoopy will be the SC. 

Ah man, I would take either. Unfortunately I'm committed to a hockey game tomorrow morning. Thank you, though! That's very kind of you and I might take you up on the offer for next weekend if I'm still stranded.

My bike is at Coleman Falls Church. I've had nothing but great experiences with them. They quoted me for 8 hours of labor when I decided to leave the bike (almost 3 weeks ago). Grrr. Ima heading over there tomorrow PM to see if the bike is on the lift yet. If not I'm taking it back and riding out to DucPond.

Oh, well, while you're at Coleman, you should take some demo rides -- http://www.psnnewsletter.com/newsletters/49981_2010_8_18_2_48_55.html (http://www.psnnewsletter.com/newsletters/49981_2010_8_18_2_48_55.html)

Edit: Oops, that's just the Woodbridge store.

Sorry was having connectivity probs yesterday.  As far as the SoMD part of the route, there will be a fair amount of variation, so it will be a combo of both, along with some long straights :( too.

I thought you were going to take the bike out to DucPond in the fist place... The guy who works a Colemans is ok, but he's only there part-time so work there takes forever ... and ever ... and ever ... No worries tho, we'll hold a charity raffle to get you a loaner ;)

Main thing I like about Colemans is that they usually stock the parts I need and they used to have reasonable tire install rates.

There's a (long'ish) story about why I decided to bring the bike back to Coleman. The upshot is this: The tech at Coleman rebuilt my engine within the first 1000 miles and, because he's got some history with my bike, I want him to make sure he's satisfied with his work.

Tpny good job today! Great riding with everyone today, when we parted at Fredericksburg, my route was mostly traffic free, got home at 5:30. Tony hope you made it back without problems, sent you a message. Let's do it again sometime, maybe a run down to Tims II at Fairview beach or a run our to Oldies diner in prunytown. Again good time, Thanks for giving me some company - Gene

I'll second that.  Had a really good time!  Well, until that Camry screwed everything up on the 218. 

Yeah, that was a blast! Thanks for having me along. Group riding really helps build the skilz, I think. I found my back protector on a table in front of Starbucks with a bottle of water sitting on it. Faith in fellow man restored, etc. Tony -- I hope you made out OK. Let us know.

All,

I enjoyed riding with everyone too and thanks for the great company.  Sorry for the inconvenience I caused with my tire problem.

Lars – Thanks for the escort* and it was good riding with you again.  I look forward to making one of your rides soon.

Gene –  I’m sorry that I couldn't take the Virginia part of the route home.  I’m sure it was tasty.  I'm definitely up for a Tims II run, but I’m not so sure about going to a place called Oldies in Prunytown.  Prunytown, really?  

Scott –Real good seeing you again.   I’m going to see if I can find your back protector and will let you know if I have any luck.   I look forward to riding with you in the future.  Glad you retrieved your back protector.

Ben- It was great meeting you.  Welcome to CAM.   Your KTM SD is truly raucous and looks like it’s a lot of fun to ride.

* After Lars and I peeled off, we made it to Atlantic Cycle where they fitted a Michelin Power pure 2ct on my rear wheel.  Props  to Tex and DW at Atlantic Cycle.  Tex worked at CPS Woodbridge and was good friends with Ben B; and DW was the Ducati Tech at CPS Fairfax.

Tony ,absolutely fantastic ride!!!!

Can't wait to do it again.

Wish I could have gone the 218 route with Gene but it was gettin kinda late.

Next weekend will be here before you know it.

Glad you got the tire sorted Tony. 

Really glad that Scott's back protector was still there as well.  Pretty surprised now that I think about it.

And Lars, what's on the agenda for next weekend?

Romp-aroni.

Leave those poor pre-teen cheerleaders out of this, would ya?

Dude, you spotted them.

Far from it brother.  I heard your groaning and simply followed the direction of your gaze.

I was groaning from the sight of the sea-pig in the Lexus

And here I was thinking that was the car groaning from the weight of said sea-pig.

Sadly we hit traffic on 218, had a couple of sections where we could open it up, but not the norm, too late in the day? Or maybe it's just because it's summer, either way I hope Scott and Ben find thier way down there and do a clean run, cause it's an awesome run down to the WAWA and then back up to fairview beach. - Gene

218 is a fantastic road and I have had the opportunity to hammer it quite a few times.

That was the car relieving itself.

Glad you were able to get the tire sorted out, guess that means I'll see you in AM. As for Prunytown, google maps wiil show you it is just past grafton, From Winchester it's about a 2 1/2 hour ride, nothing but twistys, and I might know a few roads to get back. Chili dogs aren't bad, jukebox, but the roads, the roads...... Also about time for a run up to Cumberland, for lunch on Baltimore street and the roads, the roads....- Gene

I like this guy.   [thumbsup]

MotoGP yo. Anyone going out to Indy?

Yep, leaving Wednesday with a small posse, stop in Lancaster, Oh Wed Night. GF is driving the truck/trailer with riding buddy's wife. All arive in Indy on Thursday at DOC central hotel. - Gene

Weather looks like it will be stupid nice this weekend. 

Who's riding?

memememememe!  (and my housemates too!)

I'm out of town this weekend - but next is looking prime

Last I checked, I'm riding.

Any planned routes? MD? VA? DC? ;)

You, Zooom and?


Looks like it.   [thumbsup]

my sister Kitten....she currently has a '97 BMW F-650 Funduro...but is seriously contemplating a Monster...

btw - we talking Saturday? Sunday? overnight?

  I wil be gettin' it on Sunday, same time and place.

Looking forward to finally taking out the 900 for a ride, not sure how slow I'll be with the current suspension setup tho ???

I'm in for the Lars run on Sunday.  Might be up for a jaunt tomorrow as well.  I'll take the Seven out if not.

Where would you be jaunting to tomorrow???

I'm up for Sunday. Saturday can't get out until afternoon.

my starter solenoid took a shit on the Gran Canyon, so I am going to Battley's today to see if they have one in stock so that MAYBE I can ride on Sunday...

I've got an extra laying around if you need.

I'm a probable for Sunday. [moto]

Well, looks like I spent a good bit of the morning getting caught up on lost sleep. Might still be good for an afternoon ride though.

And Zooom, I think there might be an extra bike in the garage, if you'd feel like flirting with a rowdy Austrian.

What time/where are you thinking of going this afternoon?

Hell if I know.  I'm waiting to see if anyone volunteers to lead us out somewhere.  I don't know shit for roads yet. 

Hi all.  I am a long-time lingerer, first time poster.  I live in DC and ride an S2R1K.  I am looking to meet up for rides.  Let me know if anyone is up for it.

Welcome to CAM, Sm0k3yDuc! I'm at 4th & Mass NW. Looks like Lars is leading a twisty run through Maryland tomorrow, should be fun! Now if we can just get DRKWNG to learn some of those virginia roads... ;D

I'm unable to go out this afternoon after all. Helping a neighbor move. I should be there tomorrow though.

Thanks Chemico, i'm at 13th & G SE.  Would love to get out with everyone.  I wish I knew more roads around here as well.  Look forward to meeting up for a ride.  Post info please.

Welcome to Cam!!  We usually post up about the rides on here, so just keep a looking and you will see something.  What's your riding experience?


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Dude, I've lived here for what, two months?  What do you expect?

  ;D

At least I got the weekly evening thing going again. 

I've been riding since 2004, with about a year hiatus in there.  Alot of that experience was on a Harley.  When I got my Duc, I noticed riding my Harley was like riding my recliner down the road.

I have almost 3000 miles on my Monster.  No track experience.  I would say I'm a moderate rider.

Thank you, Mr. Consumption Coordinator!  [thumbsup] [drink] The weekly evening thing is a good time. I just had this image of you running around all the time on Seven Ducs, a flock of Sevens, and a fire-breathing KTM everyday. Thought you might have figured out a road or two... ???   ;D

Usual Lars Run Info:
9:30 a.m. 16501 Ballpark road Bowie MD. 20716 (Mobil Station by Baysox Stadium)

Stands up at 10:00.


About 100-120 miles of non-stop twisty perversion.

 [thumbsup] I look forward to seeing some of you out there tomorrow.

Well, I was going to take the road bike out, but I really can't be bothered.  With that in mind, I'll probably roll the SD out and go explore around MacArthur area and see what I can find. 

Hi Smok3y welcome to the forum. Track days are always good for you but aren't required to enjoy our rides. Do your own pace, have fun and we always wait for everyone at each major intersection.  [moto] [thumbsup]

Easy peasy: from MacArthur just keep heading North, get onto River Road, keep going North, River road will eventually turn into gravel all the way up to Whites Ferry once you get there, stop for a drink, then turn around and head back. ;)

Anyone want to come?

gimme a few to get ready...when/where to meet?

Oh well, guess I'll see you tomorrow.  I'm heading out to River Rd to White's Ferry via Poolesville.  Its the only route I know.

Maybe I'll see you on the road DRKWNG.

Get on US 50, when you get to Athens, OH take 33 North, then take I-70, follow that for ~160 miles and you'll be at the Indy GP. How's that for a route? The route going back mist be a little more interesting. - Gene

Whatever you do, dont take MacArthur past Falls Road (into Great Falls Park).  They must have hired the lowest bidder cuz that road is all kinds of make the beast with two backsed up.;  Its so bad, they are waiving admission!  Was there for a few hours earlier with the kiddos/Miles.

There is some WONDERFUL Scenery out there!  (The park and river looked nice too!)

Sorry I missed you.  Never saw where you posted again until after I got back home. 

And yes, MacArthur is all dicked up down at the end.  And GOOD GOD there are some impressive homes down there.

No worries DRKWNG.  See you on the next ride...

Am I anywhere near Bowie?  Uuuuuuh, I'm up for a hop tomorrow morn.  Don't think I'll be near there though.

am getting ready to go downstairs and put the Gran Canyon back together and see if all goes well. My sister bought a brand new to her '01 Monster 750 that she is itching to go out and ride, so she is pressuring me ( she parted ways ,sorta,with her '97 BMW F650 Funduro-which is for sale) . Looks like a rather Easy paced ride might be in order if my part goes well leaving Kentlands/Gaithersburg around 11:30-ish. ping me on my celly if you need/want details ( three zero one-six seven four-four two six six ). Depending on the girls, the pace may very well step up a bit, but we shall play it by ear!

Where you headed Zooom? How long a ride?

Too good to come hang out with us are you? 

meander around Montgomery County a bit....trying to take roads that are going to give my sister a good feeling out of her new ride...might dip out of county a bit, but nothing too complicated or weird...and till say, somewhere between 4 & 6 ish I guess...


my bike is on the charger rebuilding some battery strength till dolci gets back home from teaching her 9:30-10:30 class...she should be home about 11ish...

Got hot fast.  Politzie manning the GW/spout run armpit.  Tres apropo.

Anyone want or need to go to Duckpond anytime soon?  I havent been yet and my POS Power Commander is driving me nuts!!  Calling tomorrow to make an appt.

Ive got a truck and/or utility trailer if multiples are interested.

Zooom, I ran with the Lars/Bowie group today, but would be interested in the North MOCO roads sometime if you guys head out again.

Made it home with the shiny stuff still shiny! [thumbsup]

Great Ride today, Lars! Next time, leave that blue minivan home though  ;)

Guys, great ride!!!  Good to meet you all.
Lars, thanks for guiding.
Ben and Maximo, thanks for help with the baffles...I can finally hear the pipes  [bacon]
See you again soon.

Yep, good ride today guys.  Shame there was so much traffic.


ME!!  I'll be needing a new rear tire some time soon, and rumor has it that Donnie knows a thing or two about BSTs...

I'm calling him tomorrow!  When works for you?

make the beast with two backs, who knows...  The tire isn't totally shagged just yet, so it can wait if necessary.  Can you ask him if he has a pilot power in 180/55 in stock, and how much he would charge to install it?

Good ride today, thanks for leading Lars!

So MoCo next weekend? I might have a few routes to share ;)

I'm down for MoCo next weekend! If you don't mind me slowing you down... [moto]

Not a problem, I'll just hand out maps and let nature take its course ;)

lol  So what day are you talking about?  I think Paul mentioned leading out on his ride (around 200 miles or so) throughout southern MD on Saturday.  Would like to try mountain biking the C&O trail up towards Harpers Ferry on Sunday.  Anyone interested in that?

Saturday, Sunday, or Monday (labor day, yeah!) work for me. Let's see how the week progresses and we'll decide. If I could ride the 750 on the C&O trail, I'd join you ;)

While this would greatly help my suspension, I don't think my withering, fat-filled heart could take it.

Sure it could.  There's no racing going on with this ride, just a nice steady spin down the trail to the pub... 

NO RIDING FOR ME NEXT WEEKEND...hell...no riding for me this week...my battery never recovered from being severly cooked by the starter solenoid...but this coming weekend, Labor day activities already have most of the weekend allocated...

Roger,
I'm interested too.  I think riding two up with an overtightened chain may have damaged my output shaft bearings.  I called Duc Pond last week, but everyone was headed to Indy.  I was thinking about Weds or Thurs. 
//tb

Ok you threadjackers... back on Topic.

Long weekend coming up - anyone have a plan? I'd like to get out, preferably Sunday, but I'd be game for Monday as well

Go Saturday.  There should either be a Lars/Paul ride, or Massimo might lead some folks out around MoCo. 

Then break out the bicycle and do some pedaling on Sunday.

No can do. Have long standing plans for an event on Sat.

same here for Friday evening and for all day on Saturday...

NJMP, Superbike race, not much of a ride but a chance to hang out with a bunch of Ducati Owners at Ducati Hospitality. - Gene

Shame that my Duc sucks for long distance travel...

Long distance? It's like 3 hours, ~160 miles, just saying. - Gene

You should sit on the SC some time.  It's not the most comfortable thing...  iffin' you're not railing it that is...

Quick, somebody call the Waaaaambulance! DRKWNG's ass is whining again. [roll] [laugh] ;D

Wait, 160 miles in 3 hours??  I might be able to keep up with this group!!
:)

Maybe [evil] ;D - Gene

Oh DRKWNG getting downed by the newb... bwwaaa bwwaaa bwaaaaaaaa.

So no takers for something Sunday or Monday? Really?

I might be up for something, but won't know for sure til later this week. It's more likely that a morning trip would work for me compared to afternoon.


 ;D Have to zing him on here cuz he'll always outride me....till his ass starts whining! [evil] [laugh]

I'm up for a ride Sun or Mon.

I'd be willing to do (or even re-do) a MoCo ride on either of those days. <-- runs off to plot routes on google maps -->

Nothing to do with pain in the ass.  It's all from having two shattered vertebrae thanks to your friendly local taliban representative... 



ASS! 

  [cheeky]

Probably doesn't help your spine that your head swivels like an owls at any pretty young thing within 100 yards  ;D

Fixed. 

  ;D

Although having said that, I'm nowhere near as bad as Lars.  ;)

You are WAY worse than I could ever be. ;D

You are the Perv Overlord.

glad it ain't me no more!


was it your local taliban rep or the wind in his neighborhood catching your government issued umbrella for a Mary Poppins-esque flight across the sandbar?!?!?!

The weekend approaches...what day/time are you thinking for the MoCo ride?  Weather looks like it may be perfect!

I'm taking the SC out to DucPond on Friday, and will most likely be dropping it off, so I'll be riding the SD this weekend. 

Looking to see what's on the books for Saturday...

I'm just waiting to see what Lars/Paul have planned since I don't want the rides to overlap. I went for a ride up in MoCo yesterday and I have a few routes on my mind. [evil]

Any day works for me, the earlier the better. We can meet at the gas station in Glen Echo at 9 and stands up by 9:30.

Ok, I'm doing *something* on Sunday - Monday will be bathroom renovations... So if you want to roll with me, just confirm it and we'll work up a plan based on the takers.

I'm in for Sunday as long as I can kick this head cold, which is likely by then.

sung to the tune of the 60's song "Lollipop"

Neti-Pot Neti-Pot oh Neti Neti....Neti-Pot....

Saturday sounds good to me...

I'll be riding up into MoCo tomorrow morning, if anyone wants to join we can meet at Exxon gas in Glen Echo, MD (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Glen+Echo+Exxon&cd=1&ei=CCqBTJWPKpX0ywSh6PX7DA&sll=38.968999,-77.142479&sspn=0.017351,0.032015&ie=UTF8&hl=en&view=map&cid=9431078286438414143&ved=0CHcQpQY&hq=Glen+Echo+Exxon&hnear=&ll=38.969227,-77.138443&spn=0.007299,0.016512&z=17&iwloc=A) at 9AM with stands up at 9:15 ish.

If you can't make the meeting point, let me know and we can try and find a spot to meet on the way. I'm pretty elastic with my routes. There will be plenty of gas on the route, but not many interesting eating spots. I usually grab something to eat at Whites Ferry.

I'm going to try and get my ass out of bed for this one. You early risers wanting to miss all the traffic and whatnot. Sheesh.

Just talked to Lars.  He hasn't been able to get online due to all his server being slowed down from all the porn sites.  But anyhow, his buddie Paul is going to be leading out a ride starting at the Ft. Washington Harley dealership tomorrow morning.  Show time is nine-thirty and making way by ten.

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Busted bits will be keeping me at home this weekend.  [bang] It's entirely too beautiful to not have a bike....must start shopping for 2nd bike now.

Like a Monster S2R!!! :)

I heard a rumor there might be one for sale. 

:)

07 S2R1000 Silver / Black Stripe

Or maybe a KTM Super Duke.   ;D

Here's the route from today's ride.

http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.96889114379883,-77.13877868652344&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6c790c79-03f3-4953-9707-840581faecfb (http://maps.google.com/?t=p&z=15&ll=38.96889114379883,-77.13877868652344&q=http://api.motionxlive.com/motionx-remote/api/gps/host/6c790c79-03f3-4953-9707-840581faecfb)

Or maybe a '95 M900 with FCRs that needs nothing ;)

Sweet app, and the map is accurate! Must be the wet dream of any jealous husband/wife!!

Thanks to Scott, Eric and Ben for coming along. I hope next time we'll have less traffic -- especially mobile manure transporters from VA -- and I'll pick smoother roads ;)

That's the only part that really got me.  Throttle control on the SD can be a little, let's just say touchy, and some of those roads had me all over the place.  ;)

Thanks for leading (and coming up with) the route. Too bad the cars and trucks weren't polite enough to get out of our way. :)

That app is super-cool.

Too bad Eric missed the best run of the day too.  Guess that's what he gets for leaving early.   [cheeky]

Wow, I'm offline for a couple days and Ben and Massimo go trans-gender. [puke]

You know you like it.

Only when you have those leather pants on :-*

Massimo, Ben, and Scott that was a fun (half) ride.  You know it's a good day when you get to see a ferry and a terminator within a few hours of eachother.  And the weather...if it was like that every day...we'd call this San Diego.

Thanks all for the info on suspension. I'll be doing more research, there's alot of info to absorb <pun>.

Is anyone riding today?

Dude, thought you were heading up to NJ.

Rgr and I took the mountain bikes up the C&O canal.  Weather was great and there was some good scenery as well.   [thumbsup]

Any rides going on tomorrow morning?

I was going to head to NJ, but I decided not to after the pool partay I attended the evening prior.

Today I started to work on a southerly route for romp-a-roni, however , google , does not have its google-fu together as it does not know what a make the beast with two backsin road is,and therefore elevated my angst to new levels as I do not like dirt roads.

So, tomorrow , I may have pre completed romp-a-roni roads to enjoy ,but not to the level I would declare completed to proclaim worthy of romp-a-roni status.

So what's the plan for this weekend?  The forecast looks like Saturday is going to be perfect, with rain moving in on Sunday. 

I'm up for anything.

Lars rang me up last night. Looks like Saturday is the day. Now I've just got to talk Roger into waiting to go pick up our bikes until Sunday at the earliest.

Is The Pond open on Sundee?

you're alive!  :o :o :o

Saturday ride , meet at 9:30 stands up at 10:00.

Yes I am! Can't wait to see your breasts in person!


Is anyone riding out from DC'ish? I don't know how to get to start. I'll dig around for an address in the meantime; I know Lars has posted it a few times. All I can remember is Bowie somethin somethin...

Think I found the addy:

16503 Ballpark Road Bowie Md 20716

Wow.. thanks for that... if I have nightmares I'm calling you in the wee small hours.

Where are you located? I'm 90% in, and will be heading from Silver Spring, but can meet up somewhere.

Forgot to ask - how long a ride is this going to be?

The meeting point is at the gas station on Ballpark Rd.  From DC take rt 50 East and then 301 South (I think it says to Richmond).

So far the rides have ended in the early afternoon, although this time we might be on a new route, so we'll see.

I plan on doing 495 -> 50 -> 301. Let me know if anyone wants to meet on the way.

Or I can meet up in Shirlington, if anyone wants to meet there and head out.

Crap. Arlington, here. Prolly faster for me to go south first.


Ditto.


Bingo! Caribou Coffee?

Sure.  Meet up there around eight thirty?

8:30 it is. Pinged Scott, too.

How many peeps plan on doing this?  And where's the Caribou there?  Put me down as a possible maybe - if my rattley a$$ ain't there by 8:35, don't wait.

5-10 riders is my guess.

Caribou is next to the movie theater.

Ima heading down to Shirlington shortly. Ben will be a few mins late. Scott will meet us in Bowie. I'll hang til 8:45 before getting nervous.

Check - in!

Check - Out! Not feeling that well, bollocks!

Whatza matta, regi? PMS?    [laugh]

Yeah, I think I'm funny!

Aww crap, I live right here in shirlington village, I totally missed this meet up.  Hey Sugonaut, let me know next time you wanna have a meet up and ride in shirlington if you don't mind, I get tired of riding solo!

Headache actually, but I'm sure you often hear this excuse  [laugh]

Great ride today guys!!  Well, except for getting Lars all make the beast with two backsed up that is...   [evil]


Where in Shirlington are you, and what do you ride?  I live just up the road from there...

Yeah, great ride today guys! Thanks for leading, Lars.


Hey there... you're in luck because we almost always meet in Shirlington (or somewhere in Arlington) for group rides. And we're almost always riding. Julie (aka DRKWNG) and yuu live right outside Shirlington, so it's convenient. I'm up in Ballston, and there's a few in Clarendon.

Keep an eye on this thread in particular for Saturday/Sunday/Holiday rides. And don't forget Tuesday evening meet-ups in this thread: http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=39409.msg760199#new (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=39409.msg760199#new)

Great ride as usual! Great job leading...well except for those few minutes where I led us astray.  [bang]

Someday I'll be able to ride my tricycle fast enough to keep up with you guys! ;D

Superduke blah [drool] blah [bow_down] blah  :o   Superduke

That was lotsa fun, as usual. Thanks for leading again, Lars. Even dicing with traffic with Brian through Alexandria and Arlington was a hoot.

It's for sale.   [evil]

It was an excellent day for an excellent ride with excellent company, which is exactly what I was looking for.  Cheers, gents  [thumbsup]

Agreed - was a fun ride. Thanks Lars. Next time I'll make sure I don't plan things afterward so I can do the whole thing.

I will be on the road in exactly 24 hours from now. Where am I going?

to the Church of the Open Road via the Rubber Side Down Club...

Just don't follow me. I'm prone to taking wrong turns. [moto]

Listen, you did the right thing - you "stayed the course". And everyone was having a good time following you, too. I was having a blast trying to catch up.

Meh... if you don't tell anyone 'the plan' before hand... then how do they know? 

Hmmm...maybe something to do with half the group disappearing.  ;D

On a side note, my friend Jen asked if we'd let her ride her gsxr with us tomorrow. I warned her that you guys weren't as nice as I am and that Julie might try to turn her into a lesbian (or at least hump her leg), but she insisted. Soooo, if there's a ride we'll be there. [laugh]

Easy killer!!  ;)

So, where's the ride tomorrow?

Naturally there would be a ride tomorrow as I need tires and will be doing that tomorrow.

OH NOES!!! Who will lead? I only lead by accident. ;)

I've always wanted to go to Paw Paw, WVA. So I'm riding there tomorrow. Will be scouting some of the route for the 26th, and then pushing west on some new roads. Will be stopping at a few meth labs along the way, so bring cash. PM me if you want in.

Smack, did someone say SMACK??

You need tires on both bikes?  The SC just got new shoes, but it's still out at the Pond.  The SD is going to be due a new rear shoe REALLY soon...

How long a ride you planning? Don't have cash, you think they'll take a chick on a gixxer in trade?  ;D

How cute is she?

She's cute with a small overdose of crazy thrown in. Just what you need to keep life exciting. ;)

So she's already on meth then...

I didn't know you knew her. ;D

It'll be an all-day ride. Can't promise when we'll be back in town; prolly close to 6/7PM. I gotta be at Wonderland at 10, so def before then.

Mongo smell girl in thread....  But gotta bday sailing thing for a friend tomor, so OUT.  Dangit.  Man I like the Wonderland!

For those playing along at home: we're meeting at Caribou Coffee in Shirlington at 9:00. From there we're heading NW to Leesburg -> Charlestown -> Martinsburg -> Berkeley Springs -> Paw Paw. From Paw Paw we'll roll into Winchester for a stop at DucPond. And from there we'll zig-zag home, keeping to Rt 50 and/or Rt 7, depending on time.

The goal is to be back in town by 4:30-5:00 but, for those of you familiar with my rides, it could be later.

Lars was saying that he should have a new tire slapped on by noon.  With that in mind, I'll probably plan on doing an east-side run out past Bowie some time around then, and hook up with him somewhere along the way.  Let me know if you're interested in that.


[laugh] [laugh] [laugh]

Jules, you should just wear an extra big manpon for comfort and ride to paw paw with us. ;D

Nah, main reason is that you'd just get in my way if I went on that ride.   [cheeky]

Seriously though, I just don't have time to spend all day out on the bike today.  Got a few other things that I need to get done.

How quickly things change....You at least got to kill 2 birds with one stone with the bike swap on top of the ride on a beautiful day.

Thanks for leading today, Sugonaut! I had a blast. Let me know any time you want to head back to that road we turned around on to get back on 7...that looked fun! [evil]

Well, after Lars said he wouldn't be able to get started on his tire swap until after then...  Felt I was left with little choice.  ;)


Hell yes it did!  Well, at least that first turn did.   [evil]

So...  What's the deal with tomorrow?  Debating on whether or not I'll go back out to DucPond to watch the GP.

I don't think my ass can take 2 days in a row out there and back...plus I'm on honey-do-ty tomorrow. [bang]

We'll get back out to that magical road some day. It's part of my labyrinth of local roads - good for a 1/2 day ride.

Mixed feelings about today. Paw Paw was not the Mecca I was expecting, but Berkeley Springs was interesting. Rt 9 had some great sections but we got stuck behind cages. Seems the good roads are the main roads out there, and everyone has to drive 'em. Not sure I'll ever go back out there as the slab is too much.

Next adventure will be down to Spotsylvania county. I've got some nice back roads that serve as alternative to I95, so much less slab.

Frankly, I'm looking forward to my next Lars ride.

But you met all those nice people at the gas station and those "pretty" girls in Berkeley Springs. [laugh]

"Them there city folk left me on real nice tip!!  Can't wait to put their pictures up on facebook!" 

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Post-Time-Cafe/128906293803041?v=desc (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Post-Time-Cafe/128906293803041?v=desc)

I'm afraid the internetz don't wurk so gud in them there parts...we ain't up on their yet.

You really think they even have the interwebz all the way out there?  I'd have thunk that they had to drive "into town" a bit first...

No way, man. That place is real uptown. Didn't you hear that rock star givin' us the private concert?!? And the tea house?!? Hell they probably have Queen Elizabeth serve crumpets to you.

For make the beast with two backs's sake mate, I'm heading back!

 [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]

Talked to Lars.  Looks like he's doing his normal ride tomorrow... 

Now to decide, GP at the Pond, or head out and hit the twisties with the new shoes... 

Funny how one particular person was trying to tell someone to "man up" and go ride...  Wonder who that could have been...  Hmmm...



  [cheeky]

Alright, alright. I'm up and working on my honey-do-ty list. Let me get my lazy ass off here and get this done. Maybe I can get finished in time and maybe [moto]?

So Lars, what's your plan?  Trying to decide on riding out there, or riding back out to the GP BBQ.

I am down with BBQ!!!!!!!!!!

So what's the plan for GP BBQ? Might be in depending on timing. I'm gonna be in so much shit! Meh, whatevs.

If not, anyone up for a ride through MOCO or ??

I TOLD my wifey. 8)

Waiting to hear back from Zooom.  Last night, he said something about meeting up around ten thirty...

LOL  Whatever!

Ok, so DucPond is going on this Saturday, but what about Sunday?  Lars, are you going to do the normal "church" ride?

Sunday is on.

I asked Donnie to take a look at the throttle bodies on the SD and make sure they're in sync.  I'll probably have that bike out on Sunday.  <hint hint Lars, hint hint>   [evil]

While I find the Super Duke intriguing I am terrified of what will become of me if I ever grope it again.

Maybe there is a reason it should exist in Austria.

I  will not be able to get out and ride tomorrow.

I'll probably head out to the usual Sunday stomping grounds for a bit.  Anyone else interested?

What time you thinking?

Not sure yet but not too early, as it will most likely be F'ing cold. 

I need to be home by 3 at the latest, so I can ride but would have to skip out if you're running later than that

Paul will be there.

.......that's a shame....... 

How was the SD running today?

Let's hear it Ben... [popcorn] [popcorn] [popcorn]

It's running about the same as it was before I dropped it off.  Maybe a touch smoother, maybe not. 

Back on topic, is anyone else going to make it out for tomorrow morning's ride?  Roger, you really need to come hit some of these roads with us.   [thumbsup]

Regina, you riding this morning? I'm bringing your wrench just in case...

Hope to see some of you other folks out there too...930 at the mobil by baysox ball park. (Just sniff for the chick-fil-a.)

Sorry, just saw this.

I'm staying home today, rest then clean up time. Speaking of which, here's a photo of my helmet after being showered by suicidal mosquitos:
(http://www.codeherrings.com/images/moto/var/helmet/bugs.jpg)
Oh and I'm also trying to convince the wifey of the necessity of a few more parts for the bikes ;)

Chocolate and flowers always help  [evil]

Nice pic. I forgot to take pictures before I cleaned mine up, but there were a few that had eaten recently and left red spots. I also had one huge ass something that left green goo all over my visor...and the palm of my hand! Too bad I wasn't hungry. :)

T'was a good ride today Jim.  Shame the roads were fraught with such peril...

Meh...gives me something to do besides listen to the voices in my head...

Hopefully, some of that mess will get cleaned up by next weekend since it's supposed to be BEAUTIFUL!!! Must get gloves without mesh for that early morning chill.

Get some good gloves, better if gauntlet style!

Mesh are OK for riding around in the city, but the protection they offer is in-line with a pair of jeans and sneakers.

True true.  I am really fond of the Held gloves.  They are put together nicely, and seem to hold up well.  Spidey says that they are good crashing gloves, and he would know seeing how he has thrown quite a few bikes down the track.  Another plus is that they come in half sizes.

+1 on the Helds

I love my Alpinestars gloves, they fit my short fingers perfectly!

Most other gloves either have too long fingers (I feel like Edward scissorhands) or numb my hands :(

Jim, I think I have an extra pair of Astars gauntlets in my storage room.  You're welcome to come dig through the stuff and find them if you like.   :D

Thanks to all for the suggestions! I've been meaning to swing by a dealer with a decent selection of stuff and try some on so I know what size to get, but haven't done it and didn't think about it while I was at the Pond. In the meantime, I'll take you up on your offer, Ben. I'll touch base with you Tues or Wed and see if we can figure something out.

While I have you guys off topic? Which dealer do you guys think will be most helpful with replacing the tank on the s2r? coleman, battley, speed's? or should I plan to make a special trip out to the pond for it?

Which one is your dealer? If you don't have one, go to the one closest and if you don't get satisfaction raise bloody hell with DNA, it's a recall issue and covered. - Gene

Ok, so what's the plan for this weekend?  It's a long one, and the weather looks splendid so far.  Who's riding where?

I'm riding somewhere and bringing the gixxer pregnant dog with me. ;D Least she says she's coming. Might be up for both days (Sat and Sun). University is open on Mon, so I work.

Well, I'll probably do another Bowie run on Sunday, but am open to ride on Saturday as well. 

On a different topic, I have offered to pitch in and give Lars a hand if he needs any help.  Any riding this weekend will be contingent on if calls that favor in...

That could bu fixed ;)

Which one BTW?

I would definitely like to go for a ride on Saturday morning. Let me know if something is going on.

College Park

I work on Monday too... But not really sure I could ride this weekend even if I didn't have other stuff in the way. Not sure what's going on with my knee.. but it's all kind of make the beast with two backsed up. It's like I'm back 9 or more months  >:(

I'm up for Saturday - weather looks great both days.

Sucks!! Hope you get better!

I'm pretty much in for any day.

Tho I'll need to find some time to check on the 750 since it's got some bug. And this time it's not the choke! :-[

Bit of misfiring on the way to work today, I hope it's just a loose wire again... ??? Also is it me or are FCRs a pregnant dog to start when it's really cold outside? >:(

Tomorrow, Saturday: meet at Starbucks in Potomac at 9AM, stands up by 9:30 ride around North MoCo, Point of Rocks, Harpers Ferry, etc...

Sunday: meet at "the" gas station in Bowie (RT301 and Ballpark Rd). Get chased by a bunch of Rednecks with pitchforks riding their lawnmowers.

Monday: we'll see ;)

Careful - have you seen some of them racing mowers? Jim, make sure you bring the 1000 so you have the power to escape that John Deere when the nitrous boost kicks in.

I guess I'll have to skip lunch or buy those BSTs to escape that!

new land speed record set at speed week this year for a mower is 96...

696Rider and I made it back to our neighborhood with only an SUV turning a U-turn in front of us and another trying to smash 696 from the side. See those of you who are riding tomorrow in Bowie.

Good ride today guys, thanks for leading us out Massimo.  Shame there was so much traffic though, and the oops.

Yeah 696' - hope all is good with the bike and your ankle.

As soon as I got out from behind that horse trailer (get it? behind...) I then got parked behind a Subaru. Ahhh well, still a good ride - thanks for leading Pepe (or whatever you're calling yourself this week).

What time is the meetup tomorrow? location?

pm sent.

Zoddamn Stinkbugs and oil surprise.

No shit.  Don't think I have ever seen so many of them little make the beast with two backsers.

Mossimo, thanks for leading and to everyone who put the ride together.  Too bad I felt the wrath of the oil.  I have a small bruise on my lower shin, but it's not as bruised as my ego  [laugh]  j/k.  Sorry if I held anybody up.  I'm just happy the bike was operational.  It would have really sucked to have gotten stuck out there.  Good thing I had gear on too.

Hopefully, the fixes won't be that bad.  Oh yeah, and when I got home, a stink bug was sitting on my bike.  When I got in the elevator, I shook 3 more of them out of my bag.  Damn stink bugs.

Anybody smart enough to know the name of that lubed up road?

Sasan, no need to apologize, I should have noticed and pointed it out. :-[ :-[ :-[

The road is Mountville Rd. more specifically on the part from Jefferson, MD to RT15. The right hand turn just after Timbery Dr. as the road starts going uphill has oil in the middle of the lane.

F'ing good ride today guys!  Thanks to all who made it out. 

I second that.

Copy cat.   [cheeky]

What they said! After a less than stellar start, the afternoon lap was beautiful! Might be headed to Philly next weekend, but if not...I'm ready for another round of  [moto] in my silver power ranger/disco ball suit.  :o

lol  I liked the morning session better.   [thumbsup]

Those roads were better, but I was out of sorts. ;D

Family obligs finally out of the way -- ready for a Columbus Day off ride. Anybody planning anything?

Not sure if a ride is in the works for Sunday, but if there is would anybody be interested in a little MotoGP watching afterward?

Yes and yes.   [thumbsup]

You coming out tonight Steve?

Not sure about riding, unless shit hits the fan, I'll be on the track Saturday so I'll turn to jello on Sun ;)

But some Beer and MotoGP would be great! [thumbsup]

I've got a block party to grill for on Sunday, so I'm out for day (ride & MotoGP). Booo!

Cool. Then I'll plan on a few folks coming by at some point after the ride to watch some racin'.

Sorry - couldn't make last night, Mon - Wednesdays are usually a no-go for me.

And tonight I hope to get these installed:

(http://stevebacon.org/images/FlatSlides.jpg)

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet!  [thumbsup]

You will not recognize your bike with those on! Did you get 41 or 39? Where from and how much?

Yeah - I put them on my first SS and really liked them. Plus the tweety sound when you're hard on the gas is great. They're the 41mms.

Got them from Calif. CycleWorks  [http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/ (http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/)]  and I'm embarrassed to say how much.

been down that road ;D

I wanted to get them for the 750, but I thought it was too much of an investment in the bike. And for that money I could get many other mods: heads + pistons or a big bore kit ... hmm [drool]

But you can't really take advantage of all the headwork with the stock carbs. Besides the FCRs are "bolt-on pleasure".

Really, the most cost effective upgrade for a 750 is a 900.  ;D

Now that's one hell of a feature!!

Out this weekend. Headed to Philly...

Have a good weekend and I'll see you guys on Wed for  [bacon]!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So, is anyone actually riding this weekend? Specifically Sunday?

I'd like to get out there, but Saturday would be better for me. Sunday's still a possibility.

I am a no go for Sat - Sunday only for me.

I'll be back out in Bowie for a Sunday ride.  Might be good for tomorrow as well. 

Scott and I are rolling tomorrow (Saturday). Heading west to maybe pick up a buddy on a Buell, then for a blast through the foothills. Meet at 8:30 at the Starbucks in Clarendon (address below). Stands up at 9:00'ish or whenever we're ready to brave the cold.

Starbucks (across the street from Whole Foods)
4238 Wilson Blvd # 1264
Arlington, VA 22203-1833

Tentatively in.  All depends on what time I get home tonight.   [evil]

I'm in for the Bowie Sunday ride - 9:30ish again?

If people want to do MotoGP afterwards give me a headcount so I know what to expect, or PM me your cell so I can call you when we're headed back. If people want we can order some pizza. I'll provide the beer.

Hi all.  Haven't been able to come out the past few weekends.  I can go out Saturday if the ride gets me back home early enough for some early afternoon plans. If not I'm in on Sunday. Please post the meeting time and I'll see you all there.

Hey there Sm0k3y, I can't guarantee we'll get you back for early afternoon. You're welcome to join us tomorrow, but definitely plan to break away early for a long slab back on I66.

I'm out for the Saturday ride.  Thanks anyway Autohag. Looking forward to Suunday's ride.

You my friend, are Addicted to Maryland! 

Anybody actually show up this morning?  Funny I didn't hear any Ducs rattling past my Starbucks.

Tomorrow morning's ride is on.  Not sure if Lars or Paul will make it out, but I'll do my best to not miss those two turns this time.  ;)

Headed out on Sunday with my friend on her sporty. The pace will probably be a bit more leisurely due to my knee and the ultra performance of Harly products... But if one or two want to join shoot me a PM. Launching from Shirlington, but time is TBD right now

I will be there in the A.M.

For those who haven't been, try to make it as there is really only a few more weeks of riding left.

Last year we rode until Thanksgiving and I hope we are lucky again this year.

HOORAY!!!   [thumbsup]


HERESY!!!   [thumbsdown]


HOORAY!!!   [thumbsup]

Yep. Cagey and I rolled at 8:59 (that's 9:00'ish, right?). We were in stealth mode. Rode west and hit Crest Hill -> Fodderstack -> 211 -> 231 -> 29 -> 230 -> 33 -> 340 -> 650 -> 340 -> 211 -> and home.

Gas station again for Sunday?  What time?

Yep. I'm getting there around 9:30.

Outstanding ride today guys!!!  Had a really good time on the multiple laps of Pax River.  Still not really sure what Lars means about the SD being evil though.   [evil]

The pass on the inside was cheating, plain and simple.

If I was riding the SD, I would have done the same thing.

And yes the ride today was outstanding.

Next weekend we dine at Hooters.

Jeeze Lars, sounds like you *need* a Super Duke.

The ride was outstanding...especially now that I have taken the correct line thru the 10 mph corner.  See you all next time [thumbsup]

Anyone going out this coming Sunday?

Prolly. Sunday looks to be the warmer of the two days as well. I'll be wrenching on the bike Saturday.

Sunday is Hooters Romp-A-Roni Day

In plain English that means?

I think it means we will wind up at a Hooters for lunch.

I hear they got great wings!

Yep, we'll start in Bowie.  Trying to get a few more local Super Duke owners to show up, just to twist Lars' mind some more.   [evil]

Can the Bowie ride really afford more boobs?  ;D

Seriously, though, we average 437 MPH and I worry about the extra testosterone. Just sayin.

437MPH???
I think more like 43point7

No, not really.  I just want to make sure that little devil of temptation is standing on both of your shoulders.   [evil]

Besides, I already kind of turned what started off as a Buell ride into a Ducati ride.  ;)

The little devil is sticking his pitchfork in my ass.

There are 9 of them under 9k within 200miles.

08's and 09's.

What are some Ktm sites with info about sensible things like reliability and how to improve fuel consumption?

Oh, I think Aprilia is offerring a $1500 rebate on RSV4's.

[evil]

The place where you will find the most KTM info here in the states would either be advrider.com or at ktmtalk.com

There is lots of other info at superduke.net.
 
[evil]

and


and Zooom sends me a post about a M750 in Texas with many sweeeeeet mods, and a friend of mine sent me another Guzzi ad,

and

....

and

....

It never ends [drool]

I just know it, I'll end up living in a garage with all my bikes. [roll]

you are hating that I pulled up and sent you that quote aren't you?

So...  Who's in for tomorrow?

Since there was a lot of yammering between the start of the topic and now - what are the details for Sunday?

Sundays have basically turned into the Bowie ride.  Meet up at 0930, at the Sunoco station on the 301, just south of the 50.

 [thumbsup]

As my legs aren't quite back after my knee acted up I'll be going out on sunday, but not to Bowie as I'm a bit off pace.

If anyone is looking for something not quite as Mach 5 hit me with a PM. I'll be departing from shirlington for points TBD

I should be there for the 1st half, with thermos of course.

I'm probably out. I have a gala dinner tonight with a bunch of crazy half-Italians and the after-dinner party promises to be interesting ;D ;D ;D

Umm     we are going to Hooters.

As an after ride snack meal though, right? 

Which hooters are you talking about? Annapolis? 

Hooters of Laurel, mid-ride lunch.

If anyone can figure out how I am going to make that an interesting ride i'll buy.

You're going to "accidentally" spill your water on each girl that walks by?

I never thought of that

Strange ride today...  Sucks that we had an oops so early into it, as I think that put a hold on everyone's mojo...

Still not really sure what the hell happened to Darren either...   ???

Hope it wasn't anything serious and everyone was alright in the end.

I had fun playing with the electrics on the bikes, packing connectors with dielecric grease, and fixing the ground on the 900 (now the negative goes from the battery to the engine) [thumbsup]

What Pepe' said!

I had nothing so fun as electronics...but I sure had a good nap right through riding time! [bang] [bang] I did manage to get out and get a ride this afternoon...me, the bike, the asphalt and all the make the beast with two backsing traffic I could want. Some days I wish I lived back in the flyover regions...well, not really but it would be nice to have less traffic!

Today's ride.........Sucked.

Traffic everywhere.

Late start and the previously mentioned dropsy.

Hooters did have hotties though.

Ben tried some bluecheese shenanigans , to no effect.

He txt'd me to say that he hooked up with some Harley riders. Sounds like he prolly had a better ride? Hope everyone is okay! Try again next week?

While my rear wheel is off I need to replace the rubber, too. I'll try to get that done this week.

He finally met us, after sitting at the wrong spot (the Exxon up the street) for a while.  He said that the Sunday ride had always met at the Exxon, and I was like "uhm...  no, don't think so..."  Anyhow, he did about the first 3/4 mile with us, then turned around and left after Dave had his off.  Then again though, he did basically the same thing after he came out with his 10/1198...

Very sorry to have taken the air out of today's ride, particularly so early into it.

I'm completely fine, except for a massively bruised ego.  Just goes to show you don't need to be a rookie to make rookie mistakes :-o

I spent the afternoon cleaning up the bike and making repairs, and took it out for a 15 mile ride late in the day to confirm that everything is working properly again.  Just need two new mirrors - it should be much easier to convince myself to buy some nice aftermarket ones now that I no longer have the excuse that the stock ones are perfectly good.

Dave

He passed Dave and I about 5 minutes after we got on the highway. Maybe his bike got mad that the other Monster left? :)

Hey Dave,
 Good to hear you and your bike are alright. [thumbsup]

+1!!  Glad to see it was only the pride that was hurt.


Kind of funny, considering he was claiming to be having "power issues".  Maybe it was more like rider issues.   ;D

Daaaamn! You boys play rough!

Guys you really need to get out in the hills, little traffic, nice roads, very little [leo]. Took Bubba out to see what it's made of chasing a Tuono all weekend, 587 miles, it ain't no Ducati but it's still fun.  ;D - Gene

this is darron.

you punk-a$$es think your gonna talk crap about me and i'm not gonna hear about it !

well, i actually just got back from dropping my bike back at the shop.  seems there is some problem when i grab a bunch of throttle, it dies out.  actually, it will drop and backfire occasionally when cruising too.  it only actually started when i had pulled out of the exxon to meet you guys at the sunoco.  then i noticed it again going around the corner leading out to where dude went down in the mud.  riding to meet you guys was the first long ride since i had the valves done a few days before.  seems there is an issue.

so, i bagged it b/c i can't be balling through corners with the power dipping out suddenly like that.  you novices do know what a lowside is, right?  well, i wasn't trying to do that.

so, it pained me to turn around after coming way the hell out there from arlington, on a beautiful day, to have to turn around and head back home.

anyhow, hopefully i get it back by this weekend.  

Settle down Francis.

Ok Julie. 

fixed it for ya so that Sgt Hulka would be prouder of you!

anyhow, i kid.  but that's what really happened.  ruined my day of riding.  so i layed up on the couch and caught up on unwatched tivo'ed F1 racing in Korea.

i'll come out this weekend.  hopefully there will be more ducati monsters out since, of course, this is the Ducati Monster Forum.  not that i'm discriminating, but i'm just sayin... maybe there will be less hatin' on beautiful ducs by owners of bikes like KTM's (for example)  ;D

Thought you told Brian that you hooked up with some harley guys.


How fine the irony...  It's actually a Buell ride.  Some of us just happened to start showing up.

i sent Brian a TxT message saying I was about to go riding with some harley guys I was talking to.  a joke.
those were the same guys that were shaking there heads as they passed by you guys digging the bike out of the mud.

who is us?  do you even own a ducati monster?  yes, the irony is not lost.   ;D




edited:  just noticed your sig that you have the 06 SC1000.  so, i'll leave you alone now.

So...

What?

What'cha wearing?

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs007.snc4/33699_450616720145_610205145_6043899_681033_n.jpg)

Great ride today!!!  In spite of the fact we had to listen to DRKWNG complain about the cold. [laugh] ;D

(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/facepalm/make the beast with two backsing-cold.jpg)

pregnant dogin' about the cold and my tires. He's on a Superduke,what is there to pregnant dog about?

freakin bolonee skins....I think Taylor Pork Roll might have more traction that those tires man!


yeah good ride for what it was...wish the weather warmer to so I could ridden less bundled and therefore a smoother more comfortable pace...

I have nothing to add here except...

(http://shittymovienight.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/RM-10-SubZero.JPG)

The first person to post the character and movie gets my custom voltage regulator bracket (guaranteed to fit any Monster).

Running Man, Sub Zero

Ding ding ding ding!

Ok... looking at my last hurrah for a bit on Sunday, and my chain won't take much more captain... I'll be departing Arlington and heading westerly. Already got a couple folks following, so I'd only be taking one or two more.

Yea, weather looks good for both Saturday and Sunday.  Hell, looks good today as well.  ;)

Is the Sunday ride going to happen?  Same time, same place?

Yes.

WOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

No kidding!  Really good ride today guys!  I hope this doesn't turn out to be the last of the season, but it sure would have sealed it off nicely if that's how it turns out. 

That 1125CR has some scoot to it.

Anyone heard from Jim?

Probably the best ride I've done all season.  Thanks for leading guys.  I snagged some of the routes on my phone so I can go back and check them out again.  Next year you'll be seeing a gold front wheel in your peripheral vision as we enter the corner!   STUFFED!!!

BTW, anyone who wants to try to discover those routes in the WV panhandle, I'm down because I just remember how amazing the were.  I do remember passing Romney Cycles on that route.

Sorry I missed today. Slept later than normal thanks to a little vino.  ;D Fortunately, I got out and got some riding in. What a beautiful day!

Blasphemy!! Just order some heated liners for my gloves, so I'll be getting some extra days in. Plus, I come with my own insulation courtesy of  [bacon]!

I'm just as worried about road temps as I am anything else.  Those tar snakes were awfully slippery this morning...

Yeah it's not as much an issue of keeping you warm, but the bike. Tires will be hard and stay that way. Also, if your suspension setup is good and a bit agressive it's going to be rather harsh in the cold. I was definitely feeling the thickened up oil

why do I get this image of you pulling the oil out of the motor and laying it out and massaging it to loosen it up before putting it back in to go riding?

That'd been nice on whites ferry road as it was trying to pummel me.

I ride all by myself :'(
Was all the way out on River Rd past Potomac where it turns into Sherwood Forest Primeval and I see this wild pack of Japanese sportbike riders. Must have been 20 of them. I decide to join 'em for a bit as I get lonely sometimes. Well they didn't like it. They start leapfrogging me, doing flybys past at high revs and bein' kinda assholey. The road surface out that way is way lumpy-dumpy so I decided to abort and turn around. They were riding a little too slow anyhow. They all had flat spots on their rear tires.
Need to find some peeps to go out riding with, sick of riding all by myself.  [thumbsdown]

I went right through there to whites ferry and further west. I posted up - you should tune in man.

Join them? Did you inject yourself mid stream?

Any of you wimps riding this weekend? I've got new tires that need the little rubber hairs ridden off of them. Hopefully, I'll get a chance to run the wire for my heated glove liners as well. I'll be sure to remember to keep the revs high so Zooom doesn't have to come push start me. [laugh]

They're called Chicken Strips.
I never thought of them as hair, but, I could see that. 

Now what kind of hair would it need to be to stay true to the idea that the rider is scared, a chicken, a wimp ... Maybe cat hair?  What do you guys think?

 ??? Chicken Strips are what's left of the mold-release compound after you've scrubbed it off the center area of the tire, as seen in the picture below:

(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/43/Chicken_strips.jpg)

I suppose if the hairs are left only on the chicken strips that one could call them feathers.

Cillia.

Anyone got a preference for a day? Saturday looks to be a tad warmer than Sunday.

<snicker snicker>


It does look warmer tomorrow.  I'm trying to get a few other SD guys to come out and meet us on Sunday, so I am kind of committed to that plan.  One way or the other though, I'm also taking the Seven back out this weekend as well.

Ahhhhhhh ... All these years we were calling the "hairs" the chicken strips.  Probably caused a few crashes over the years giving people a hard time about those.  I kinda feel bad about it now.

I suppose this may be the reason why some people still swerve back and forth because we were always told there is no good purpose for that on modern tires.

I'm up for something Saturday.
Edit: I guess it was lame to say that at 10:30 Friday night.

I'm out for tomorrow.   Heading off to Blobs park instead.   [drink]

[thumbsdown]

WooHooooooo!!

Looks like it's going to be pretty chilly this weekend...   ???

Lars? Ben? Steve? Brian? Brian? Saturday? 45 isn't that bad. [moto]

Doubt I'm making it.  I'll be attending an early pub crawl in Baltimore with some of my Australian friends on Saturday, and it's supposed to rain on Sunday.

MMMMMMMMMMMaybe.

Me and Lisa are heading up to Philly this weekend with the munchkin...

Mike bike is up on stands, and about to be hung from the rafters... so no love here. And my saturday is slammed!

Going to DucPond to pick up the latest addition, the PASO 907ie. - Gene

Nice!

I'm actually tempted to go out for a ride tomorrow, not sure about when or where yet, but I'll post.

No way ,it is entirely too cold.

Just got home from the Bowie run. It was beautiful: temps weren't too bad and the roads were empty. [moto]

I rode the PASO for short ride then brought her home, she is beautiful IMHO. - Gene

Congrats!

My first bike was a 1988 750 Paso Limited.  Loved that bike!  It was Italian quirkiness on two wheels......for some reason I tend to be drawn to high maintenance Italians. 

Let's see some pics!

Pics or it didn't happen!  ;D

Rode the 900 a little, I sure missed my heated gloves but it wasn't too bad. [moto]

I used my heated liners today, but decided I hate them so I ordered some gloves instead. That warmth on your hands makes a huge difference in comfort when it's a little brisk outside!

It happened:

(http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j350/2vtwin/Paso013-resize.jpg)

(http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j350/2vtwin/Paso012-resize.jpg)

(http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j350/2vtwin/Paso010-resize.jpg)

Wow - that thing looks brand new.  [thumbsup]

Not quite but between DucPond and Nora, who snuck out there and deep some cleaning/polishing, they had it looking pretty good. Nora and I have all winter to take care of some cosmetic stuff. - Gene

Congrats Gene.  Nice looking bike you got there.

Sweet! Love those clean sexy lines! No silly style to show off, just 'gravitas'! [thumbsup]

But close. Sure doesn't look its years.  Looks nice Gene

MAD Viking Ride leaving from the Starbucks in Germantown at 10am on 1-1-11....who's in?

Where does this route go to?  How long of a ride do they normally go out for?

this route is different than usual...here is roughly what I have been told as the plan

we are embarking from the 'Bucks out in an indirect fashion (as far as I have been told-because I am not the route master/ride leader) out to Williamsport by way of Middletown....in Williamsport, some members have elected to participate in a charity Polar Bear Plunge to benefit the Humane Society...and from there it is proposed to ride to High Rock ( in Cascade) for a Photo-op.

Ok.  From their past rides, would you say it's likely to be more twisty, or slabby?

OH, definitely more twisty!

Cool.  Well, the decision has been made for me regarding which bike.  I was just out in the garage pulling fuses in the KTM, in hopes that I could disable the lights and give it enough juice to fire the thing up.  No dice.  Thing needed to go in for service anyhow, so looks like it's time to get my hands on a truck and off to eastern Maryland it goes...

paging Roger to the white courtesy phone!!

Or Lars.  He offered a while back, and that might be a good time to further tempt him while inside the dealership.   [evil]

B & E is not open until  the 4th. I need to get a ramp, let me know.

Cheers.

I just might be in!!!!WOOHOOOOO

So how did it go?

Cold.  Where the hell were you?

Honestly, I stuck my toe outside and decided it was too cold.

Go ahead call me puddin.

PUDDIN!

ride wasn't so bad, especially once we got out of MoCo when the traction was generally better...I am betting Ben wished he had the SD for jumping that bridge in Devils Backbone park as well as for the pucker moment on that 15mph horseshoe turn...

Ben, BTW, you were missed for the Kountry Kitchen lunch in Thurmont and then the ride up to High Rock....