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CB to an ST rally
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CB to an ST rally
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I parked my ST and transferred the camping gear to my CB and never looked back. The 550 mile round trip took me East through farm land, then South along the Mississippi River on Wisconsin State Road 35, also called "The Great River Road". The last leg is through Wisconsin farm land and the glacial moraine of rolling hills, lakes and rivers.

I rode the CB to the first event of the year: LOCSTOC. It is held in Spring Green, Wisconsin, 250 miles from my home. The wooded farmland is many miles of state and county roads that twist and turn through the hills. it is a lovely riding area. Kevin organizes and leads group rides, should you choose to stay with the group, I like to ride off in my own direction, often visiting friends I have in the nearby area.

The ST Owners Club (STOC) holds three rally's in my local area. As the number of ST's diminish, the group of friends continue to meet to camp and ride. An ST is not required. All are welcome with whatever they are currently riding. I had just returned from 3500 miles on the ST and really was itching to ride the CB. The ride on the CB was pleasant in spite of strong gusty winds. The moderately speed limited byways made the wind less of a problem. It is clear, however, that the stock seat must go. 250 miles sitting on it is near my limit.

I received a great welcome on arrival, and the CB drew attention and questions. The weekend weather was hot and humid. Those conditions hatched swarms of mosquitoes. But, we partied on.

A few people bailed out late Saturday because of the weather and bugs. They might have known what we who stayed discovered Sunday morning: The Mosquitoes attacked with a vengeance. I think they knew there would be no fresh meat at the campground for a whole week. They had to get in a last meal.

The trip home was nice and leisurely. I will probably ride the CB to the other two events scheduled for August (MNSTOC) and September (WISTOC).

Ride On,
Jim
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06-19-2018, 11:03 PM
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RE: CB to an ST rally
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ST-oc events tend to be better attended than CB rallys lol, but then again ST 's have been around a lot longer. You're right though ST-oc events are being attended more and more by BMW's and FJR's. IF guys think Honda dropped the ball with the CB, Honda certainly did no better with the ST. At least they are still making the CB.

I find back roads to be perfect for the CB. I rode mine this morning on back roads and along the river under 60 mph, under 3000 rpms and it was such a delight. Smooth, transmission like butter, bends around the curves so easily.


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RE: CB to an ST rally
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The ST guys find some outstanding places with delightful back roads. I wish I had a way to get the CB to the NEWSTOC last week in the Lake Roosevelt area in Washington State. But crossing the Dakota's, Montana, and Wyoming is not the most fun place for a CB.
Jim


06-20-2018, 12:08 AM
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