Sadly, my story is the same as last month's. 3 beautiful/wonderful bikes (at least to me) sat idle barely moving anywhere. I have to make sure I have the tenders on the batteries as modern bikes have lots of electronics that will drain it faster than simpler older bikes. I haven't even ridden to work in quite some time. I'm an analog man in a digital world.
Maybe a break in the weather will happen with the right timing and I'll be able to get out once in a while.
Now, that's not nearly as descriptive as Geoffrey's story but sometimes the true hurts. LOL

Good idea though Geoffrey.   TM

Saturday I rode to a town about 35 miles away (if you know the eastern Tennessee area, I rode from north of Knoxville to Maryville) for a backstage theatre project (only my 3rd day on 2 wheels in December). It felt good to get out on 2 wheels. So after a very rainy day Sunday and not riding, I contacted Roger W. (and he called Bill C.) Sunday night and suggested a lunch ride on Monday, a day which showed promise of dry hours.

Monday I shifted bikes around and pulled the Pacific Coast out. It hadn't been ridden since mid-November, so it was time. We rode up to the Clinch Mountain Bakery & Restaurant on US25E in Thorn Hill near Bean Station. And as the sign over the door proclaims, it has "World Famous Vinegar Pie". Look it up if you're not familiar with vinegar pie. We were primed for vinegar pie.
After a nearly 2 hour ride to cover the 71 miles (the majority of the roads we were on were somewhere between 1 1/2 and 2 unlined lanes with lots of curves and elevation variation), we found the restaurant parking lot empty as they were closed on Monday. A quick recalculation was done and we headed over to the Davy Crockett Restaurant on the northeast side of Morristown. I had one of the daily specials...chicken and dumplings with my choice of sides (mashed potatoes and green beans). Yum!
With the return trip having about the same aptitude, I got home around 4:15. The fuel topped off indicated mpg in the upper 40s...about normal for what the PC normally gets.

It was another somewhat dreary rainy day today and I only sorted through some stuff in the garage. I found the (recently purchased) front sprocket for the CB300F which is up a tooth from the stock item. In the stock set up, first gear is really low. With one tooth up, the folks on the CBR300 forum have found 1st gear to be a bit more useful. And while it's hard to beat the high 70-low 80 mpg it already gets, it might push it up just a hair more. :-) Perhaps it'll be a good project for another dreary day in the near future.

I am the new coordinator for the 2025 Byway Boogie November 7-8th 2025. We are moving it back to its original location at Hot Springs Village Arkansas. I will be posting more details in the Calendar starting in January. We are also adding a special surprise/event for the attendees. Stay tuned. I am looking forward to this organizational opportunity as well as getting to see a lot of new and old friends. BOB 

What is it:

2016 BMW R1200RS

Why it matters:

This very pretty bike is one of the finest modern sports-touring motorcycles on the market. The R1200RS combines the power of a sports bike with the comfort of a tourer. Exceptional ergonomics, outstanding wind and rain protection, and innovative equipment will make it the perfect partner for your next adventure.

Details:

66k miles (Yes, I actually use my motorcycles)
But she is well loved and cared for
Finished in Lupin Blue Metallic and cosmetically excellent
Impeccably maintained with maintenance records
Lives in a climate-controlled garage

Equipment:

Premium Package​
Dynamic Traction Control
Keyless Ride
Gear Shift Assist Pro
Tire Pressure Monitor
Dynamic ESA
On-board Computer Pro
GPS Preparation
Cruise Control
Center Stand
Luggage Rack
Saddle Bag Mounts
BMW LED Accessory Headlights
BMW Cylinder Head Cover Guards
Owner’s Manual
Extra Key

History:

I am the original owner. I purchased this bike new from BMW Motorcycles Omaha in August, 2016. She has served me well as my two-up and travel motorcycle. She is a very happy bike.

Location:

Ellis County, Texas
About 25 miles south of Dallas

Price:

$6,000 payable in cash or cashier’s check deposited in my account at a local Wells Fargo branch

No Trades:

I’ve enjoyed this bike so much that I bought another one.

Thanks,
Jeff

Pre Registration link is open!

Event will be a free JFF event for 2025, but pre registration gets us a head count. https://reg.planetreg.com/E1123201929157337