The subject of this week's flashback is well known to those who followed racing in the 1970s. It is, of course, the likeable German racer, Helmut Dahne. Helmut who, throughout his career, used the same pattern leathers (and still does, he's still … [Read more]
Discrimination..
A member of my local riding group today posted up a question about Can Am Spyders. He wanted to know how the group felt about them and added that some motorcyclists had a very low opinion of them and the people who rode them. To begin with I was … [Read more]
End of season clean-up
Well, the 2022 season is over and it finished with a whimper rather than a bang. Suzuki went out as winner and Pecco set a record for clawing back the largest points deficit in the history of the game. Testing was at Valencia today and will … [Read more]
A chequered history
This weekend's MotoGP finale brings the season to an end (obviously) but it also brings to an end the latest chapter of Suzuki's involvement in Grand Prix racing. It leaves not only its riders but all of its technical and support staff without jobs … [Read more]
What a brunch
It was the last Sunday in the month yesterday, time for one of our regular end-of-the-month brekkie rides. When I say "regular', it means that they are SUPPOSED to be regular but, because of the uncooperative weather, we haven't had one for a couple … [Read more]
A long day’s journey
Yesterday was the first decent weather day for several weeks. I have been watching the BOM weather site to see when I could get in a decent ride and Friday seemed to (finally) have the promise of something good. So, I set the alarm for "early" and … [Read more]
Flashback Friday #2
Welcome back to Flashback Friday, the say when I select and article from the archives and bring it back for no other reason except for the fact that I can. Today's epistle takes us back to July 2008 and some wise words about riding safety, I hope … [Read more]
A truly grand prix
Alex Rins took a well-deserved victory at Phillip Island on the weekend. Exploiting his Suzuki's excellent handling and care of the rear tyre, Rins came from 10th on the grid to win a nail-biter and give Suzuki at least some joy as they prepare to … [Read more]
Flashback Friday.
The other night at coffee, one of my motorcycling mates mentioned that he really enjoyed reading my blog. As always, I was very grateful and I explained a little to him of how come I had started writing the blog many years ago. For my long-time … [Read more]
A dam sneaky ride
We have received, as predicted, copious amounts of rain and more is yet to come if the weather forecasters are correct. Nevertheless, I awoke to this morning to clear blue skies and zero rain showing on the rain radar. Helena is running the plant … [Read more]
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