A pair of Beemer adventure bikes were parked next to my car. always like the black and yellow color scheme that is reminiscent of the original air cooler R90 GS from the late eighties.
July 23, 2022
Orange Utility
Volkswagen’s response to the US Jeep and UK’s Land Rover was this lightweight version. The Type 181 is the military version of its 2WD lineup.
July 22, 2022
SCUBA Bike
Driving past Elmer’s Watersport I saw the owner, Myron Siciak’s Harley parked out front. I used to be a dive instructor at this ‘shop. Many moons ago.
July 19, 2022
Wet Weather Rider
. And a spot of rain is called for. The extreme heat in the UK and Europe need the cooling effects of inclement weather. Having learned to ride in the rain I’m not shy to get out in the wet. You just need a little extra care on the corners or freshly rained upon roads. This motorcycle covered and parked in the City is ready for action dry or wet.
July 18, 2022
Purple Beech
A light cruiser from Honda’s lineup perched against a city curb. heavy shade from a purple leaves beech tree.
July 17, 2022
Bark at the Sky
– an adept 400 twin from the Honda stable mid 80’s. This was spied in my ‘hood Rogers Park.
July 16, 2022
Condo Cycle
More city snaps of parked motorbikes. This time a lightly customized Triumph Twin sat patiently on a north side Chicago street.
July 15, 2022
Grand
– another urban snap. This time a small size scooter parked near Greentown. Whatever gets you about!
July 14, 2022
Bandit ‘n’ Buildings
Another urban ‘cycle parked next to the Chicago River near the Merchandise Mart. Skyscrapers reflected off skyscrapers. A smart ruby red Suzuki looks the part.
July 13, 2022
Black Bomber
This continues my series of street side bikes. A bobbed Honda 750 a la noir.
July 11, 2022
Robbie Baby
This evening’s Dick Van Dyke show was the episode when Rob Petrie brings home a motorcycle. Laura isn’t too happy; but he puts on the leather jacket given to him from Buddy and Sally and heads out onto the road. Sixties sitcom hilarity ensues.
The bike used was a 50cc step through cycle based on many a European scooter of the day.
July 10, 2022
Aad bikes ’n’ stuff
A visit to the premier classic British motorcycle shop in northern Illiniois was also included in the agenda. Always a treat to look over the various items parked shoulder to shoulder in the main display area. The workshop was so busy that bikes awaiting service and restoration work were stood outside.
July 9, 2022
Eyes Wide Open
– glorious weather for a decent jaunt around Lake Geneva WI. Stopped in at the big telescope in Williams Bay. Beautiful building that houses historical world class astronomical equipment. The dome behind the bikes has the 41” reflector.
July 7, 2022
Rollerball
– long sighted movie from 1975 starring the recently deceased James Caan (1940-2022). Ultraviolet corporate sport is the global entertainment and the individual personality is quashed. Inspired stories in my childhood comic 2000ad.
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