Old rider, new to the forum

[scoschro]

Been riding forever. My big bike was a 1975 Goldwing, purchased in 1978. Took a break in the 80s while we raised the kids. My wife passed in 2011 and I went back to riding as therapy. Many many bikes have passed through my garage since then.

Currently have a 2003 Harley VRod and a 2016 S1000XR. Went on a 3 day this month on the Beemer, riding with a bunch of guys on HDs. Gotta say I'm loving this scooter.

I'm inseam impaired. Lowered 2.5 inches, dropped seat 1/2 inch. Then raised the bars 1 inch, pulled them back 1 1/2 inches. Widened the mirrors. Eliminated the awful license plate setup and installed LED brake and signals in the rear. Next up? NAV and slipon.

Shiny side up!

[scoschro]

My first BIG bike. . .  : )

[Mareng1]

Welcome!

Was just discussing the V-Rod with a fella at the MOT centre - as he owns an X-Diavel which seems to be a modern incarnation of the V ?

[scoschro]

Very similar look, although the Porsche designed V engine and the Duck definitely have differences.  The VRod never got much traction among the traditional HD riders, and nobody from outside the community really cared.

The bike is a gas, but not a long hauler.

[Becksy]

Welcome to the forum scoschro!

[otrp]

Welcome.   

[scoschro]

Thanks!