Riding.
I know the following Suspects are out for various reasons -
Pat
Tommy
Beattie
Dizzle
and I'm assuming the remaining ones are coming. Seems like there'll be more room than usual for others to come along but I'd like to keep the group no larger than 7.
IN -
Me
Cru
Pak
Pete
The usual procedures apply -
- You need to prove that you're legally able to own and operate your motorcycle and have all your paperwork in order; have an "M" endorsement on your license, have current registration and insurance, have a valid license plate number and current inspection. We will
not wait for you or bail you out if we get pulled over and you're not legal. Other than that, The Usual Suspects DO NOT leave another rider behind, just ask Jake, Tommy, and Pete about that.
- Full gear isn't required but it's highly recommended. I don't like riding with squids and jeans don't count as gear. Most of the roads that I choose are either very technical in nature or aren't really roads at all (dirt).
- Speed limits will be obeyed EVERYWHERE unless we are on a back road or I think being above the speed limit is appropriate. Once on a back road it's every man/woman for themselves, I'll wait at the next turnoff. All the rules of the road will also be obeyed throughout the day BUT (and it's a big but), we have on occasion been known to instill some good old hooliganism on the trip back home mostly due to hunger, fatigue, crankiness, bumper to bumper traffic and so on, so at these times it's rare for the group to stay together. However, on these rides I encourage you to ride at your own pace and comfort level, nobody is forcing anything on you and it is NOT a race, but when those Rockin' Fries are calling out to you, you have no choice but to heed their call.
- EZ pass isn't required but it sure is convenient for the group as a whole.
- These rides are all about the riding so other than gas stops, there will be no stopping for food until we're almost home. Quick snacks at the gas station? Fine, a sit down meal? Not so much.
Anyone's welcome to come along but be warned, these rides ARE NOT for newbs as the pace in the twistys can get very fast and the roads very technical. While I don't mind waiting to regroup occasionally, waiting at every turnoff can get to be drag especially if it's hot out. That being said, if you want to ride some fantastic roads and find out firsthand what a "U.S." ride is really like, post up and claim you spot. Space is limited.
Meet up times and places are TBD.
Now, who's in?
