Best time of year to ride
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Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 3,612
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From: Eastern Ohio
I always look forward to riding in the Fall. The air is always crisp and clean smelling here in Ohio and the fall foliage puts on a spectacular image for the eyes.
Saturday I headed out with a friend to Erie Pa and specifically Presque Isle State Park. We rode the lake route along Lake Erie and the ride was almost surreal, as my mind just focused on the ride and scenery.
Upon reaching our destination we took a break and took in the beautiful view of Lake Erie from the beach. My riding buddy exclaimed, " wow this is like being in a virtual postcard".
As we headed back to where our bikes were parked I stopped for a moment and looked at my bike sitting there. It was at this moment I realized something I had not given much thought to. There parked was probably the last Harley I would ever own and how much I loved riding this bike.
I have been riding Harleys for over 45 years and I know that the connection I have with them has in some measure, made me the person I am now. It will come down to memories and pictures as the years go by but, if you don't make them now what will your golden years be like?
It was a ride my friend and I will savior as we head into the winter. I hope everyone here is doing the same, chronicling those precious moments with friends and your rides.
Some pics of the scoot I am proud to own.
Saturday I headed out with a friend to Erie Pa and specifically Presque Isle State Park. We rode the lake route along Lake Erie and the ride was almost surreal, as my mind just focused on the ride and scenery.
Upon reaching our destination we took a break and took in the beautiful view of Lake Erie from the beach. My riding buddy exclaimed, " wow this is like being in a virtual postcard".
As we headed back to where our bikes were parked I stopped for a moment and looked at my bike sitting there. It was at this moment I realized something I had not given much thought to. There parked was probably the last Harley I would ever own and how much I loved riding this bike.
I have been riding Harleys for over 45 years and I know that the connection I have with them has in some measure, made me the person I am now. It will come down to memories and pictures as the years go by but, if you don't make them now what will your golden years be like?
It was a ride my friend and I will savior as we head into the winter. I hope everyone here is doing the same, chronicling those precious moments with friends and your rides.
Some pics of the scoot I am proud to own.
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 1,973
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From: East Coast
At 70 Dave this is my Sunset bike, i enjoy the rides, scenery, peace, solitude, the wind, the crisp clean smell of the country, the sound etc.
And stopping for a cold or hot drink, a pee, and doin it again.
Temps I like 48 to 78.
Temps I ride 37 to 85.
(Sun and wind will affect the range)
Last edited by 68 XLCH; Oct 17, 2016 at 08:50 PM.
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 1,703
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From: SE Michigan
Just got back from a northern MI trip where colors are just peaking, after 3 years of trying, finally got to ride tunnel of trees on the bike, years past...always raining.
I love the cool fall weather, smells of nature and clean earth up there this time of year.
Some great rates on hotels this time of year, between golf and snow season!!
Really needed a 4 day weekend to clear my head.
I love the cool fall weather, smells of nature and clean earth up there this time of year.
Some great rates on hotels this time of year, between golf and snow season!!
Really needed a 4 day weekend to clear my head.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 1,783
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From: Oh
Hey 68 XLCH nice ride!
Glad to see so many here finding that inner peace while riding, it's mental therapy for sure.
Glad to see so many here finding that inner peace while riding, it's mental therapy for sure.
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