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Originally Posted by Billy D.
WOW, thats a good ride! And IMO, your right,it's not the destination,but the journey. You will most likely, remember this trip for a long time! CONGRATS!
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I've found that what we're talking about is a common trait among motorcyclists. The average person looked at me blankly when I told them what I was doing that weekend. Even more so when you figure I rode close to 1500 miles including the trip to and from the starting point. I could have almost made a bunburner 1500 out of it, but I'll save that for another day.
Most people it seems can't wait to get the journey over with, with me, I can't wait to get back on the road once I get to my destination!
One other thing to note:
This trip was special also due to it being done with my dad. In preparation for the trip we were talking about riding. He mentioned that one of his best memories was when I was about 5 years old he and I rode up to the gas station to fill up our bikes with gas. I was on a Honda minitrail 50 and he was on his HD rigid chopper. The funny thing is that just that morning I was thinking about that same ride. I remember going through a corner with both bikes leaned over and feeling like I was a big man! He couldn't believe that I remembered that. Hah! I guess that's when my obsession started with bikes!
I want to do this again, but honestly I want to do it again with my dad, that's what made the entire experience the best. I'll cherish that.