Category Archives: Ramblings

Colorado Trip – 2018

Posted on March 11, 2019 by Jorge

Last year I had the pleasure of taking a trip to Colorado. At the time I was in between motorcycles and had to sort that out quick. So I dived into Craigslist to find my next steed. This was going … Continue reading →

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Aerostich Roadcrafter Classic – King of Uncool But it Works!

Posted on May 24, 2018 by Jorge

Been riding motorcycles for a little more than 10 years now. I’ve evolved from the skull and cross bones ware of being a Harley rider to the more technical and modern cuts of Rev’it to suit my sport touring needs. … Continue reading →

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Harvest Classic Motorcycle Rally – 2016

Posted on October 23, 2016 by Jorge

Missed last years event due to rain but heard it was one that was attended by many and have stories to tell for a long time to come.   This motorcycle rally isn’t the norm.  Focusing on classic and vintage … Continue reading →

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Finally an Italiana. 

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Jorge

I’ve always wanted either an Aprilia Futura or a Ducati ST.  But the typical maintenance horror stories you hear from some have kept me away from them.  I finally bit the bullet and got me a “Duc”.   A 2006 … Continue reading →

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And then there was Buellah.

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Jorge

Started my search for an “Adventure” style motorcycle that didn’t mind a little dirt every once in a while. But I wanted something that had some personality.  Originally fell in love with another ugly duckling, 2005 Ducati Multistrada.  But the … Continue reading →

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MotoGP Viewing Party at COTA

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Jorge

To celebrate the return of a new season of MotoGP, The Circuit of the Americas (COTA) hosted a viewing party of the 1st race from Qatar.  The sponsors RideSmart and Woods Fun Center gave out door prizes and raffled out … Continue reading →

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Break Downs / Roadside Assistance

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Jorge

Breaking down/being stuck on the side of the road is a reality we all face in our cars and motorcycles at one point or another.  If you have yet to experience it, consider yourself lucky.  I’ve had a couple a … Continue reading →

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The crazy fellas from The Cleveland Moto Podcast (clevelandmoto.blogspot.com) has recommended a wonderful new podcast to add to my distraction.  The Motorcycle & Misfits Podcast (motorcyclesandmisfits.com).   They both record from a round table kind of setting.  Talking about the … Continue reading →

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Jorge | Leave a comment

Hold Fast Motors Podcast / Stories of Bike

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Jorge

I listen to quite a few podcast during my day.   Some as background noise while I work and others while I commute on my motorcycle (Sena SMH10).  With the resurgence of classic motorcycles/cafe racers coming back into fashion, replacing … Continue reading →

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New Bike in the garage – 1979 Yamaha XS750 Triple

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Jorge

Been looking for a cafe racer project for a while. While trolling Craigslist one Sunday morning, I came across a great candidate and with a title! Made arrangements, packed the family into the SUV (Thank you honey), picked up a … Continue reading →

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