Passed the 1K mark today!

john1096 · 10-06-2008, 05:30 PM

I'm sure no one cares, but I had to tell someone. I passed 1K miles running some errands today. Over ninety percent of my riding has been to work or running errands, so that's a lot of gas saved since my jeep was averaging 15MPG! I've been away from the forum for a while, so I'm anxious to get caught up. Thanks to everyone who posts here for making it a great site. I also took the MSF course since I've posted. After screwing it up in practice and being a little mad that we didn't get enough practice, I aced the dreaded "box." Couldn't do it again if I tried.

Sarris · 10-06-2008, 05:32 PM

Congrats on your milestone. You'll never forget your first 1k...

Ride safe.

:2tup:

alanmcorcoran · 10-06-2008, 06:45 PM

Good for you on the "box". My experience was similar. I guess the dread of having to do the whole thing over again is a powerful force. Glad it kicked in.

Easy Rider · 10-06-2008, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by john1096

I'm sure no one cares, but I had to tell someone.

Of course we care!! Come on over here and get a hug. :roll:

My brother lives just outside St. Louis (near Six Flags). I planned a bike trip down there this year but looks like I won't make it now until next year. Maybe I'll see you then.

john1096 · 10-25-2008, 12:09 PM

If you see GZ in the area, it just might be me. I've never seen another one. I drive the ultra rare, special edition black model.

I live and work a little north of there, but who knows?

john1096 · 10-25-2008, 12:17 PM

Thanks to everyone for the support. I love this bike. It is so forgiving. I've had a few "Oh, s***" moments and the thing just stays upright and keeps going. I'm sad it looks like it will be down to frost temperatures before long. I love those early dawn rides to work. Nothing wakes you up like a cool morning ride.

mr. softie · 10-25-2008, 03:53 PM

Congrats and may you enjoy many many more 1000's of miles on your GZ. :2tup:

And yes I agree with you john1096 about the morning ride. When I walk into work I am full of energy, refreshed and wide awake, especially on these frosty mornings. Everyone else seems all drowsy and resigned to being there.

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john1096 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 25	Passed the 1K mark today! I'm sure no one cares, but I had to tell someone. I passed 1K miles running some errands today. Over ninety percent of my riding has been to work or running errands, so that's a lot of gas saved since my jeep was averaging 15MPG! I've been away from the forum for a while, so I'm anxious to get caught up. Thanks to everyone who posts here for making it a great site. I also took the MSF course since I've posted. After screwing it up in practice and being a little mad that we didn't get enough practice, I aced the dreaded "box." Couldn't do it again if I tried. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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john1096 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 25	Re: Passed the 1K mark today! If you see GZ in the area, it just might be me. I've never seen another one. I drive the ultra rare, special edition black model. I live and work a little north of there, but who knows? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-25-2008, 12:17 PM	#6
john1096 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Saint Louis, MO Posts: 25	Re: Passed the 1K mark today! Thanks to everyone for the support. I love this bike. It is so forgiving. I've had a few "Oh, s***" moments and the thing just stays upright and keeps going. I'm sad it looks like it will be down to frost temperatures before long. I love those early dawn rides to work. Nothing wakes you up like a cool morning ride.
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10-25-2008, 03:53 PM	#7
mr. softie Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Bucks Co. PA Posts: 361	Re: Passed the 1K mark today! Congrats and may you enjoy many many more 1000's of miles on your GZ. :2tup: And yes I agree with you john1096 about the morning ride. When I walk into work I am full of energy, refreshed and wide awake, especially on these frosty mornings. Everyone else seems all drowsy and resigned to being there. __________________ The real money in a gold rush is in supplying liqueur and women to the miners.... May the wind always be at your back and the sun overhead as you make your way down the ever winding, smoothly paved, traffic free road!
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