2018 biking goals

[Prof Prolapse]

Well I've spent the half hour next to my ACF-50 covered bikes sobbing that they're away and I've run out of reasons not to spend time with my family, but thankfully my thoughts turn to next year.

So, same as last time chaps. Anyone care to share their 2018 biking goals with the collective?

Mine are;

1) At least one track day
2) An off-road motorcycle course
3) Do at least 4,000 miles on the Uganda Twin
4) Do at least 2,000 miles on the GSXR
5) At least three big tours up the highlands.

Stretch goals would be;

6) A ride in Europe before it's made needlessly difficult.
7) Get pattern fairings and restore the old CBR.

Based on the level of success in the last thread, if you like you can time save and just score out your goals, then add your excuses for failing now.

[Prof Prolapse]

I like that the trend to call heavily financed CRF1000Ls, "Uganda Twins" seems to be catching.

[Prof Prolapse]

RemaL said:

Wow everyone makes it sound so bucket list

I'm just happy with enjoying biking ...... and as much as I can

Agree with MTB. Rather than a bucket list, I think it's more as a group of people vaguely sharing a pastime, we're just curious about what others are actually getting up to, and as most of us hang up our leathers for winter, we do tend to plan for the next year. Especially given the financial and time burdens.

That said I'm similarly happy to enjoy motorcycling, breathing, voiding fluids at various intervals, and converting chemical energy into sarcasm. As much as I can.

[Prof Prolapse]

Biker's Nemesis said:

Was there a need for a full stop after sarcasm.

I felt it needed emphasis on the final bit where I was trying to be funny... Anyway, your not the grammar police.

Edited by Prof Prolapse on Wednesday 15th November 14:43

[Prof Prolapse]

I know. You fell into my trap you smug sod.

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spareparts said:

Tours in 2018:
4 days - Nurburgring and the Eifel Mountains
2 weeks - Italy, Baltic’s, Dolomites, Alps, Vosges, Champagne
7 days - Scotland
7 days - Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland
10 days - Bordeaux, Central Massif, Carcassonnes, Pyrenees

Anyone interested in joining any of the above, drop me a PM!

Do you have a job? Very jealous!

[Prof Prolapse]

I've never led a motorcycle tour in my life... Well done to you though!

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Prof Prolapse said:

Mine are;

1) At least one track day
2) An off-road motorcycle course
3) Do at least 4,000 miles on the Uganda Twin
4) Do at least 2,000 miles on the GSXR
5) At least three big tours up the highlands.

This year was my annus horribilis (no, not a "horrible anus"). Health problems meant I lost my job and had to sell the GSXR sadly.

I did however start to feel the love for the whole "adventure bike" thing. I managed to get some good miles on the Uganda Twin including a trip to the outer Hebrides with some mates. I also managed a fair amount of,"light" off road use, and visited some great roads I'd never be able to take another vehicle. I've learned these bikes really do have their niche if you've got the opportunity to use them properly, frankly living in Scotland and owning a motorcycle is amazing.

I also bought a compressor and taught myself to change my own tyres (local garages want £70 for ride in/out now)... Crap year, but definitely the highlight has been the bike!!

Edited by Prof Prolapse on Wednesday 10th October 10:09