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    Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    This is my first post on this site. I guess there is no better way to meet others than get riding with them.

    Some history on me:
    -Rode my friends suzuki ds-80 at 6, crashed it, bought it and have been riding since (off road, MX & quads) with a grin that can not be removed when on anything motorized.
    -First street bike was a ZX-7 at the age of 16. Insurance was cheap in Montana due to it not being required in this state...so what the heck. Probably not the best bike choice for my first street bike...but...
    -I had a few (2) Suzuki's in California when I was in the military. That was back in 1993-1997.
    -Moved out to Colorado and this is were I will stay unless the wife wants to move to Alaska. Since she really doesn't like extreme cold weather...just don't see it happening. I have owned plenty of dirt bikes and a few quads while here. I always missed the street...so recently I went and got one. I finished up my MTA coarse and got the endorsement. The no endorsement tickets were getting old....so now I am legal, as it should be. I went in the class with an open mind, what do you know...learned a little bit while I was in the class.

    It was a toss up between the R1 & CBR 1000. From my site name...I got the CBR 1000RR. It is slightly modded with no other plans to upgrade other than tires and wearable items.

    Some of you have the same rules as I do while riding with others...and that is great. Having fun and pushing the limits a little is great, but stupid really does hurt. I am not a new-be, just a little rusty from not being on the street for several years...knowing that, I have not been too aggressive.

    So I just wanted to say "HI" and see if anyone is up for a ride.

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    That may sound do able sunday. But if your not doing anything tomarow and want to go on a ride a few of us are meeting in woodland park for the SOCO noob ride. PM me before 830am tomarow and I will send you the info
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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    Crap, tomorrow a friend and myself are going to Denver to get him a street bike. Send me the info just incase something changes in our plans.

    Sunday works for me...if you can go.

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    hey man whats up?

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    pm sent
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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    I'm thinking of joining you guys tomorrow, when and where? Map links or addresses would be a big help.

    My story's similar to ChrisCBR, not a newb but rusty after being off the bike for a couple of years after an accident.

    I look forward to meeting you guys.

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    When are you planning to leave? Where are u leaving from?

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    Quote Originally Posted by Rhino41 View Post
    When are you planning to leave? Where are u leaving from?
    Denver

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    Hey Chris, Ill be there.

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    OK guys and gals. We are meeting up @ 1045am at the Target off I-25/Circle ave in the Springs. You can call me @ 719-439-3958 if you have any questions. To get to this location:

    -take Circle exit and turn right.
    -get in the turning lane to turn left @ the first light.
    -Target will be on the right. Can't miss it.

    Chris

    PS..sorry for the late post, I was in Denver all day helping a friend buy a bike.
    Last edited by ChrisCBR; Sat Sep 6th, 2008 at 10:39 PM.
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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    hi, welcome to the site. have fun riding today eh.
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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    What a great ride today. Russ, Ken & myself had a blast.

    Bikes:
    http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u...2Image0008.jpg

    04 Honda 599 (fire hawk??)

    05 Honda CBR 600RR

    06 Honda CBR 1000RR

    We went down I-25 (won't do that again) and took a fill up break at Colorado City/Rye. Then we proceeded to cruise up to Bishops Castle. After a few shots of the camera and some laughs, we went west. After making some pretty good time, we decided to head up HYW 96 to Westcliff. On the return trip we came down 96 to Hyw 115 and cruised that back to the Springs. Russ was the corner king of the day. He definitely made me look at a few things and some tire selections. Great ride today guys...you were all very safe and courteous to others...I'll ride with you anytime.

    Next time when I have new tires, we will have to swap bikes Russ to see what the difference is between the 1000 and 600. (if you want too)

    Ken & Russ @ Bishops

    http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u...mage0002-1.jpg

    Looking at the structure...Ken won't let go

    http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u...2Image0005.jpg

    Me in front of the bikes..

    http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u...2Image0009.jpg

    Some of the view's..

    http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u...2Image0007.jpg

    http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u...mage0004-1.jpg

    We did get to see a bunch of Big Horn Sheep on the way up to Westcliff...but I was too slow to snap a shot.
    06' CBR 1000RR-Arata Titanium/ with wrapped headers, DNA filter, Afam/DID 520, CRG shorty levers, Powers Stuntworks Race Rails.
    06' YFZ 450 GYTR- Piped/ spark arrestor & jetted...a few AC parts.
    08' YZ 450F- Stock/ spark arrestor..doesn't need mods


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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    That was the most fun that I've had on my bike since I bought it. I'm definitely going to throw out a big thanks to you Chirs for organizing the ride. I had an absolute awesome time, we will just have to do it during the week next time. I might give your bike a run, once you get some new tarrs.

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    Re: Bishops Castle Run on Sunday???

    hell yeah the weather looked amazingly good yesterday. good stuff.

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