Author Topic: Bokobob crashed (Read 32703 times)

Martin · « **Reply #25 on:** January 11, 2017, 03:19:09 PM »

:clap:

Laitch · « **Reply #26 on:** January 11, 2017, 05:49:59 PM »

Quote from: Chaos on January 11, 2017, 02:34:46 PM

Ha ha, this coming from and to a motorcycle guy! Somewhat impractical beasts if I do so so.

You certainly may so so, Chaos. Any time, public or private!

Elipten · « **Reply #27 on:** January 11, 2017, 11:42:46 PM »

Bob. I'm thinking Mustang convertible with a V8

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Bokobob · « **Reply #28 on:** January 12, 2017, 06:50:20 AM »

lOVE THE Urals BUT if I pass out on one, it would likely result in additional injuries....I at least am buckled up in a car...
I have thought of a Mustang as a cool car....I'm taking my time..

The Mighty Gryphon · « **Reply #29 on:** January 12, 2017, 09:29:45 AM »

Bob, at least half the fun of a new toy is shopping for it. Enjoy the hunt and keep us posted so we can toss all our pennies, two at a time, into the pot.

Bokobob · « **Reply #30 on:** January 12, 2017, 09:34:43 AM »

Check, shopping is great fun..I've had 29 bikes since 08 so you know I am an addict...have two left..
My pockets aren't all that deep to buy a nearly new car, so I am proceeding carefully..

ljjohns · « **Reply #31 on:** January 12, 2017, 05:06:31 PM »

For whatever it's worth:

for a variety of medical reasons (along with simply getting old), I have my K-bikes sitting in my garage while I figure out what to do with them, and only ride them to the inspection station so that the licenses are valid.

But in their place, I occasionally go on local rides with my friends, this time in my wife's Honda Del Sol (1995). It's low mileage and I wouldn't sell it for the KBB price (or anywhere close to it). But it has the capacity to keep up with my friends on the ride: I put the roof in the trunk, lower the rear window, and then put my coffee in the cup holder, turn on the stereo and can maintain situational awareness without the impediment of a helmet.

The Del Sol is a cool vehicle (a sporty Civic with lots of testosterone) and while it requires dropping into the driver's seat and then struggling to get out, it still is a pleasure.

Larry Johnson
El Paso TX

K1300S · « **Reply #32 on:** January 12, 2017, 07:37:55 PM »

Quote from: Bokobob on January 12, 2017, 06:50:20 AM

lOVE THE Urals BUT if I pass out on one, it would likely result in additional injuries....I at least am buckled up in a car...

glad you are improving!

not saying this to be mean....but if you pass out in a car, YOU may be safer....but the motorcyclist, pedestrian or oncoming car with innocent people in it will NOT be safer. someone besides you could end up dead. that is more than scary. i would question operating any motor vehicle until the reason for the condition is identified and rectified....

just a thought.....with best intentions.

Bokobob · « **Reply #33 on:** January 13, 2017, 06:48:33 AM »

I thank you for your kind suggestion to be mindful of possibly hurting others if I should pass out while driving a car. I appreciate your thoughtfulness..
I have received some medical advice to increase the intake of water to 64 oz a day. I mean to do this, yet most of the time do not remember to do so consistently....I am told that my intake of coffee (much) seems to have no hydration benefits when compared to those of water.

I hve made giving up driving a matter of intentional prayer...Among options are to use the new taxi service (is it Uber?)

Repeating what I said before: "No regrets; I've had my day."

On the plus side: A prospect is coming to check out one of my bikes on Sunday afternoon...

Many thanks for your concern..

K1300S · « **Reply #34 on:** January 13, 2017, 08:10:17 PM »

keep on the recovery road, look for the solution and assume that someday you will be back on or in the drivers seat!!!!

Idonthaveaclue · « **Reply #35 on:** January 15, 2017, 11:16:35 AM »

Sorry to hear you went down, but glad to hear the positivity!

I work in the car business, have owned a MINI Cooper. I'd advise getting an 07' or newer as that was when the body change was (R53 to R56). BMW designed that motor and changed it from Supercharged to Turbo. I owned an 06' loved it, but it got pricey to maintain at the end. There are some really good deals on used convertibles, and the Fiats aren't leaving. They are part of Chrysler and connected to the Alfa franchise which is launching several new motors. Like MINI the ownership cycle is short as the novelty of the small car wears off. After driving a 500, I concluded it was adequate - but not sporty. Maybe my expectations are ruined.

If you wait another year or so - these will be priced like the miata with a bunch more bang for the buck. Range from a supercharged 340HP 6 to 575HP supercharged 8. Very reliable, low cost of ownership. (But I'm very partial)

Motorhobo · « **Reply #36 on:** January 30, 2017, 08:56:51 AM »

So sorry to hear about Bokobob, I was following his tribulations with the K75 purchase. All the best to him and may any of us still be on two legs much less two wheels when we reach 80.

Bokobob · « **Reply #37 on:** January 30, 2017, 09:19:49 AM »

Thanks for continuing encouragement..I am now fully ambulatory...Leg has twinges of pain...Doctor said that eventually subside.

I bought a pristine 07 Miata grand touring convertible....put new tires on because the decent-looking tires on it when I took delivery made much noise...now it is much quieter. 6000 miles on the car and cosmetically is very close to showroom.. I took in on a ride that I used to do on my bikes and it loves the twisties and gentle hills..it handles very well and sticks to the road like glue..I am pretty well resigned to not riding again. I still have one bike to sell, a 2016 Indian Scout Sixty...just bought it in October...800 miles..

One thing about being elderly. I eat right....it pays off in feeling good...I awake slightly hungry every morning..not head hunger but real hunger.

I may change my avatar to a photo of the Miata...I would post a photo with a post but have never been able to figure out how..

Bokobob · « **Reply #38 on:** January 30, 2017, 09:22:28 AM »

not 6000 miles but 56000.
still a creampuff..

Motorhobo · « **Reply #39 on:** January 30, 2017, 09:35:42 AM »

Great to hear you're doing well, Bokobob!

Martin · « **Reply #40 on:** January 30, 2017, 04:30:03 PM »

Every morning when you get up and see yourself in the mirror no matter how ugly is a good day.
Drive long and prosper. :2thumbup:

The Mighty Gryphon · « **Reply #41 on:** January 30, 2017, 05:42:18 PM »

Make sure you keep us up to date with trip reports. My son has a black Miata convertible and loves it. They are a nice platform for a wide assortment of aftermarket performance stuff if you like to tinker with your ride. I'm sure he would think you made a wise choice.

Elipten · « **Reply #42 on:** January 30, 2017, 06:26:30 PM »

Good to hear from you Bob. Take care.

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Bokobob · « **Reply #43 on:** January 31, 2017, 04:45:08 PM »

I am so pleased to have so many responses to my new-to-me car....In addition to getting new tires installed the other day, I had a four wheel alinement today...one wheel was way out of spec..now is ok..

This car is a blast to drive...Yes, I miss biking. Who wouldn't? But the Miata is one heckuva a fun car to drive...today I went maybe 75 miles with the top down..

I doubt I'll do any mods...I drive it rather sedately...Once in awhile I step on it..

Still plan to change my avatar to the Miata soon..

DavidATL · « **Reply #44 on:** January 31, 2017, 08:35:14 PM »

My '92 K75RT shares the garage with my '01 Miata SE in British racing green. They get along nicely most of the time.

Glad you are back vertical.

mystic red · « **Reply #45 on:** January 31, 2017, 10:01:31 PM »

Hey Bob, how bout a picture of that Indian if you find time? Always liked the looks of them.

Bokobob · « **Reply #46 on:** February 01, 2017, 06:58:57 AM »

https://charlotte.craigslist.org/mcy/5978344045.html

This is the link to my craigslist ad including a photo of my Indian...it is a throwback style from the Scouts of the 20s.
Bob

mystic red · « **Reply #47 on:** February 01, 2017, 12:32:43 PM »

Very nice!

The Dude · « **Reply #48 on:** February 01, 2017, 01:02:37 PM »

Hey,one of those new Scouts pulled into my driveway less than five days ago!'Had a good ogle at it.
Not exactly my thing but lovely all the same.

Motorhobo · « **Reply #49 on:** February 04, 2017, 03:15:22 PM »

Quote from: Bokobob on February 01, 2017, 06:58:57 AM

https://charlotte.craigslist.org/mcy/5978344045.html

This is the link to my craigslist ad including a photo of my Indian...it is a throwback style from the Scouts of the 20s.
Bob

Now, anyone on the back of that baby is a real 'Merican...not one of these watered-down HD types...

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