peterbaron
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Yes, but fluorescent delivery is a MUST
What did you do on or to your other bike part 2
- Thread starter the Ferret
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Gone in 60
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Berta and I are laying down serious mileage. The boss has been pitching a large blood laboratory to use our services. They’re frustrated with car deliveries due to traffic delays and are considering us. But to see how legitimate we are being a new company, they wanted to look over one of our bikes.
The boss had me visit them on my way home yesterday to show off the bike and talk up our service. Could mean lots of business in my area. I think I did a good job representing the service and our professionalism.
Got me thinking on the way home about where to locate a dispatch office… how about my neighborhood! I’m at the intersection of several major freeways, a large BMW dealership is a few minutes away for servicing the bikes… maybe enough shop space to store my other bikes…
The boss had me visit them on my way home yesterday to show off the bike and talk up our service. Could mean lots of business in my area. I think I did a good job representing the service and our professionalism.
Got me thinking on the way home about where to locate a dispatch office… how about my neighborhood! I’m at the intersection of several major freeways, a large BMW dealership is a few minutes away for servicing the bikes… maybe enough shop space to store my other bikes…
the Ferret
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Turned over another mileage milestone on Angry Bird on this morning's ride
Gone in 60
Road warrior
Wow, that’s great!
the Ferret said:
It's nearly caught up with the CB1100 I believe.
the Ferret
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Yep 79,000 on the CB which has a new back tire on order (Cords showing thru on current rear tire)
alprider
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peterbaron
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Wow, Alp, you waste no time..16,000 kms within 2 years on that little pony is impressive
Ollie
Been there
A beautiful 60 degree Spring day, if a bit windy. After today's ride I'm at 400 miles on the new GS so about time to schedule the first service. I'm really liking this motorcycle because it's darn good at just about everything.
Gone in 60
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My new boss has been working on a revised cargo box for the Blood Bikes, and wanted to swap out the box on Yellow Berta. Also, although I followed Sena's size chart for my company-issued Impulse modular helmet, the large the boss ordered for me was a bit too snug. He ordered me an XL, and it had come in. I said I could bring the bike to his place after my shift at the museum on Saturday, as he's about 20 minutes from there in L.A. I woke up earlier than normal Saturday, and hadn't been to the Donut Derelicts meetup in quite a while. So, I decided to saddle up and swing by on my way to the museum.
Another rider walked up as soon as I parked and was checking out Berta, asking me about my job. I asked what he was riding, and he was on a new NT1100. I haven't seen on on the road yet, so I was very interested to get his take on it. He loves it so far, and gave a glowing review of the DCT.
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After the museum, swung up to the boss' place, and we swapped on the updated cargo box, and the new helmet fits great. It will be nice to wear the modular, as I won't need to remove and put my helmet back on when I'm dashing into and out of medical offices to pick up and drop off. Also, the boss said that the new client I had visited to show off the bike signed up with our service, so I got a pat on the back for putting on a good presentation.
I'd say that I'm fully confident with the big RTP, especially in heavy traffic. I'm also comfortable navigating the dash functions with the BMW "Wonder Wheel" to scroll through screens for the trip odometers, grip warmers, tire pressure readouts, etc. Good thing too, as I'm going to be training the next new rider tomorrow. True to his word, as the first full-time rider for the company, the boss is considering me our "Chief Rider" now that we'll have more bikes on the road.
On the other side of the garage, I put the final touch on Superbird. I had repainted the silver side fairing "cheeks" and was quite proud of how smooth they came out. I had to peel off the original black Honda logo sticker that was on these panels to paint them, and thought that a plain sticker was a bit cheap, so I decided to use a round chrome and black logo - still cheap from Ebay, but I think a little nicer than just a sticker.
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And today, the Givi side racks arrived, so when I install them, I'll have a three-box, long distance touring machine. Even if she does feel like a featherweight after racking up the miles on the BMW.
Another rider walked up as soon as I parked and was checking out Berta, asking me about my job. I asked what he was riding, and he was on a new NT1100. I haven't seen on on the road yet, so I was very interested to get his take on it. He loves it so far, and gave a glowing review of the DCT.
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After the museum, swung up to the boss' place, and we swapped on the updated cargo box, and the new helmet fits great. It will be nice to wear the modular, as I won't need to remove and put my helmet back on when I'm dashing into and out of medical offices to pick up and drop off. Also, the boss said that the new client I had visited to show off the bike signed up with our service, so I got a pat on the back for putting on a good presentation.
I'd say that I'm fully confident with the big RTP, especially in heavy traffic. I'm also comfortable navigating the dash functions with the BMW "Wonder Wheel" to scroll through screens for the trip odometers, grip warmers, tire pressure readouts, etc. Good thing too, as I'm going to be training the next new rider tomorrow. True to his word, as the first full-time rider for the company, the boss is considering me our "Chief Rider" now that we'll have more bikes on the road.
On the other side of the garage, I put the final touch on Superbird. I had repainted the silver side fairing "cheeks" and was quite proud of how smooth they came out. I had to peel off the original black Honda logo sticker that was on these panels to paint them, and thought that a plain sticker was a bit cheap, so I decided to use a round chrome and black logo - still cheap from Ebay, but I think a little nicer than just a sticker.
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And today, the Givi side racks arrived, so when I install them, I'll have a three-box, long distance touring machine. Even if she does feel like a featherweight after racking up the miles on the BMW.
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rdprdp01
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Both motorcycles look great, but I think the Honda remains the best all rounder. I would much rather lane split with Superbird. 
Glad things are off to a great start at work. It is more than a job, and the Forum is proud of you. David
Glad things are off to a great start at work. It is more than a job, and the Forum is proud of you. David
Agreed. You sound a much happier fella, Gone. Long may it continue.
Good drawing drawing in a new client with just one week on the job. Maybe it's time to ask for a raise! 
Gone in 60
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rdprdp01 said:Both motorcycles look great, but I think the Honda remains the best all rounder. I would much rather lane split with Superbird.
Glad things are off to a great start at work. It is more than a job, and the Forum is proud of you. David
That’s very kind, David. Thank you! Yes, after splitting every freeway in L.A. on the big girl, (Sepulveda Pass multiple times per day), I could put Superbird through the eye of a needle. Don’t need as much leg strength to get her off the side stand either!
Cormanus said:
Thanks, Cormanus! I am happier, Mrs. G says I’m more cheerful and not moping around brooding. I guess I didn’t realize how miserable I was at my last job.
Oh, and here’s what I parked near on Saturday morning. Might look familiar.
pdedse said:Good drawing drawing in a new client with just one week on the job. Maybe it's time to ask for a raise!
Soon enough. We just need a few more riders, maybe an actual office other than my garage and the boss’…
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Lord Popgun
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Sorry for being late to the party, but congrats on your new job Gone!!
alprider
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peterbaron said:Wow, Alp, you waste no time..16,000 kms within 2 years on that little pony is impressive
Even with small things, you can achieve great things. ........... :-/
Love the Torana, Gone. 
Takes me back.
Takes me back.
Gone in 60
Road warrior
Lord Popgun said:
Thank you, sir!
suhawk305
Road warrior
Like Lord Popgun, I would like to congratulate you and wish you success with your new job. I had a blood transfusion just last week. Did you deliver blood to Garnet Hospital in Middletown, NY last Wednesday? :hilarious:
peterbaron
Road warrior
This would be a huge overtime and long journey stretching from Pacific to Atlantic…and you would receive sour blood 
