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Zoe Dotes · 08-06-2006, 04:48 PM

417.6 miles round trip may not be very long for many of you, but it was my longest one day event so far. I rediscovered parts which I have long forgotten, and received quite a sunburn where the helmet didn’t cover, but it was well worth the trip!

My friend invited me to go with a local HOG riders group. Nine H.D.s, one Honda, and me. The fun started right away when one guy asked if mine was an 1800. “Yes it is” I said proudly while basking in the compliments. Finally, I corrected the inaccuracy, and the fun continued. “I don’t ----ing believe it, you’re ----ing me, right?” “I can’t believe thats only an 800!” No one gave me any grief over my non-HD.

We took route 8 South from Utica, NY to route 17 East to Montgomery. The weather was just right, and the scenery was worth the trip.

The choppers are more impressive in person than on the tube. The "Boys" were at Sturgis, and apparently took some of my favorites with them. The display of bikes was still amazing...

My fun didn’t end there, though. While in the store, I looked out to find that my bike was closely examined by quite a number of people. A bit of irony, I think!

08-06-2006, 04:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
Zoe Dotes In Training Joined: Mar 2005 Bike: '05 C50 Limited - traded in for '07 C90T Location: Rome, NY Posts: 133	Trip to O.C.C. 417.6 miles round trip may not be very long for many of you, but it was my longest one day event so far. I rediscovered parts which I have long forgotten, and received quite a sunburn where the helmet didn’t cover, but it was well worth the trip! My friend invited me to go with a local HOG riders group. Nine H.D.s, one Honda, and me. The fun started right away when one guy asked if mine was an 1800. “Yes it is” I said proudly while basking in the compliments. Finally, I corrected the inaccuracy, and the fun continued. “I don’t ----ing believe it, you’re ----ing me, right?” “I can’t believe thats only an 800!” No one gave me any grief over my non-HD. We took route 8 South from Utica, NY to route 17 East to Montgomery. The weather was just right, and the scenery was worth the trip. The choppers are more impressive in person than on the tube. The "Boys" were at Sturgis, and apparently took some of my favorites with them. The display of bikes was still amazing... My fun didn’t end there, though. While in the store, I looked out to find that my bike was closely examined by quite a number of people. A bit of irony, I think! Attached Thumbnails __________________ When all else fails, read the Manufacturer's Handbook!