Submission from Luke in TN-
My girlfriend Katelyn started building a 1980 CB650 in her laundry room over the winter. A month ago, she brought it to my shop to finish. After she did the rings, jugs and valves we heaved the engine back into her beautifully finished frame. She’ll be riding this third bike of hers by August. On nights like this, I’m the one barefoot in the kitchen.
Thanks for the awesome shot and story, Luke! It’s August now… send me some pics of your girl and her sweet new ride!
Lots of bikes out and about today and a lovely 90 mile jaunt on the Maxim. Ended up stopping at Skyline Tavern because there were so many people there (about 4 more than pictured).
Best thing about riding today (besides riding in general) was getting to wear my short leather gloves. So much more comfy than the winter gloves I have.
This is Alycia (and her two daughters) from Portland, Oregon. She’s a real life moto lady- rides a Ducati and just sold her 1980 Yamaha Maxim. (I think she’s my doppelgänger)
A quick photo of me from today- it’s been REALLY nice this weekend. I’m borrowing Brooklyn’s white leather jacket… epic!
Two shadows… (me and my well loved 1980 Yamaha XJ Maxim 650 named Machafuko). Taken just before our last ride of the year (end of december ‘10).