I have been a collector most of my life, so making room in the garage for another motorcycle was an adventure in itself. I couldn’t bring myself to trade in the V-Star when I purchased the Gold Wing (and I still enjoy riding the V-Star) so there was little choice but to move out a few of the larger items that were hogging floor space. Having two motorcycles to choose from in favorable weather is a little overindulgent, so I will most likely give up the V-Star within the next few months.
I am a dedicated member of the local chapter of STAR Touring and Riding Association, and the major trips planned for this summer are Star Days in Billings, Montana…and the NW STAR-B-Q in Medford, Oregon. My long ride last June was in conjunction with the NW-STAR-B-Q 2008, which was held in Post Falls, Idaho. It was a wonderful event hosted by the Star Chapter in Spokane, Washington who made it the best event I have attended so far. I have never attended Star Days because previous events have been far enough away to make it difficult for me. Billings, Montana is close enough to make the difference, however, and I am looking forward to seeing STAR members from all corners of the USA and parts of Europe, and participating in some local rides that are bragged about by friends who have done them.
My greatest dilemma regarding motorcycle travel is not being able to take my dog (Starr) with me. Making arrangements for her care for short periods of time is not an issue, but extended travel will require some planetary alignment. She is most comfortable roosting in one of two corners of her yard where she can keep an eye on the neighborhood, and there are certain neighbors who sneak her treats on a regular basis. She knows their schedules as well as they do, and demands to be outside when they are due home from where ever they go during the day. I can always find someone to check on her and feed her while I am gone…if the neighborhood is not also on vacation (which does tend to happen).
I am off to prepare for a chapter ride to the ocean tomorrow…pictures and story will be forthcoming.
Digger
Howdy Digger!..
ReplyDeleteI love both bikes, but Im so bike illiterate I dont know which is which...It would be hard to part with either one of them. I look forward to reading all your adventures as well as any misadventures too!..Happy trails~
Hi Dixxe...
ReplyDeleteI will try to put up lots of pictures so there will be no doubt regarding which bike is which.
I wish I could afford to keep both of them, but I expect to be down to just the red one by the middle of summer. I will ride them both for another month or so, and enjoy that immensely.