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As an old, German BMW mechanic once told me...as I rambled on incessantly to him about modifying my 1983 R80RT to make it go faster...installing a lighter flywheel, etc. etc.. He was servicing my bike and did not even look up at me and said:"Take zee extra time to go up zee hill..."
After 23 years in the Army, I had been shot at in 7 different countries. None of these events happend on the back country roads of southern Michigan. I choose a nice easy ride, or a twisty seat of my pants thrashing, back home in Michigan. “Life’s to short”. T4
I ride for enjoyment, not prove anything to myself or others. I generally will only ride in poor or cold weather by lack of choice as when traveling. I enjoy up to about 400 mile days, after that it becomes more of an endurance thing. I prefer to ride alone when traveling but enjoy short small group rides with people I trust. I adjust my bikes to be as comfortable for me as reasonably possible. I enjoy the two lane blacktop riding the most in uncongested areas.
I have always had various interests so I never get hyper focused on one thing. I do enjoy things that stimulate the senses and riding and flying cover that well. I ride for enjoyment, not prove anything to myself or others. I generally will only ride in poor or cold weather by lack of choice as when traveling. I enjoy up to about 400 mile days, after that it becomes more of an endurance thing. I prefer to ride alone when traveling but enjoy short small group rides with people I trust. I adjust my bikes to be as comfortable for me as reasonably possible. I enjoy the two lane blacktop riding the most in uncongested areas. Although riding is a significant part of my life it is a hobby and the bikes are my toys so I would never barrow money to feed the habit. GliderJohnWhat you said, 2lane uncontested roads. Everything smooth and easy, it’s a great way to enjoy good weatherAnd sometimes I take a short hike along the way. I’m near the Smokey’s here and trails are available.It’s 2 wheel therapy and Zen too. Truth is my 08 Breva Sport wants to go fast all the time so I’ve been considering A lighter smaller bike like a V7.
3. Don't put off that ride of a lifetime you have always wanted to take. Only God knows how much time you have left.
tomorrow is not guaranteed.
Absolutely. The Reaper has mentioned that to me.Another thing. Dorcia's dad wasn't a mensa candidate, but one time he told me, "If you want to do something, just do it. When you get older you won't *want* to do it any more." I've remembered that one, and made a conscious decision to do just that.
99% of my riding is for pleasure. I don't need a philosophy.
Well that IS your philosophy.