Raced a Harly today....(C&P)
....................., and after some really hard riding I finally managed to pass the guy. I was riding on one of those really, really, twisting sections of canyon road with no straight sections to speak of and where most of the curves have warning signs that say "15 MPH".
I knew if I was going to pass one of those monsters with those big-cubic-inch motors, it would have to be a place like this where handling and rider skill are more important than horsepower alone.
I saw the guy up ahead as I exited one of the turns and knew I could catch him, but it wouldn't be easy. I concentrated on my braking and cornering. Three corners later, I was on his fender. Catching him was one thing; passing him would prove to be another.
Two corners later, I pulled up next to him as we sailed down the mountain. I think he was shocked to see me next to him, as I nearly got by him before he could recover. Next corner, same thing. I'd manage to pull up next to him as we started to enter the corners but when we came out he'd get on the throttle and outpower me. His horsepower was almost too much to overcome, but this only made me more determined than ever.
My only hope was to outbrake him. I held off squeezing the lever until the last instant. I kept my nerve while he lost his. In an instant, I was by him. Corner after corner, I could hear the roar of his engine as he struggled to keep up. Three more miles to go before the road straightens out and he would pass me for good.
But now I was in the lead, and he would no longer hold me back. I stretched out my lead and by the time we reached the bottom of the canyon, he was more than a full corner behind. I could no longer see him in my rear-view mirror.
Once the road did straighten out, it seemed like it took miles before he passed me, but it was probably just a few hundred yards. I was no match for that kind of horsepower, but it was done. In the tightest section of road, where bravery and skill count for more than horsepower and deep pockets, I had passed him. Though it was not easy, I had won the race to the bottom of the canyon.
I will always remember that moment. I don't think I've ever pedaled so hard in my life. And some of the credit must go to Schwinn, as well. They really make a great bicycle..
I knew if I was going to pass one of those monsters with those big-cubic-inch motors, it would have to be a place like this where handling and rider skill are more important than horsepower alone.
I saw the guy up ahead as I exited one of the turns and knew I could catch him, but it wouldn't be easy. I concentrated on my braking and cornering. Three corners later, I was on his fender. Catching him was one thing; passing him would prove to be another.
Two corners later, I pulled up next to him as we sailed down the mountain. I think he was shocked to see me next to him, as I nearly got by him before he could recover. Next corner, same thing. I'd manage to pull up next to him as we started to enter the corners but when we came out he'd get on the throttle and outpower me. His horsepower was almost too much to overcome, but this only made me more determined than ever.
My only hope was to outbrake him. I held off squeezing the lever until the last instant. I kept my nerve while he lost his. In an instant, I was by him. Corner after corner, I could hear the roar of his engine as he struggled to keep up. Three more miles to go before the road straightens out and he would pass me for good.
But now I was in the lead, and he would no longer hold me back. I stretched out my lead and by the time we reached the bottom of the canyon, he was more than a full corner behind. I could no longer see him in my rear-view mirror.
Once the road did straighten out, it seemed like it took miles before he passed me, but it was probably just a few hundred yards. I was no match for that kind of horsepower, but it was done. In the tightest section of road, where bravery and skill count for more than horsepower and deep pockets, I had passed him. Though it was not easy, I had won the race to the bottom of the canyon.
I will always remember that moment. I don't think I've ever pedaled so hard in my life. And some of the credit must go to Schwinn, as well. They really make a great bicycle..
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I love it! 0 -
I like it but you will be hearing from all the POSERS harley owners. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by acdodd
I like it but you will be hearing from all the POSERS harley owners.
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Bring em on, I ain't afraid. What's the old saying?
What's the difference between (insert other brand) riders and Harley riders? (Insert other brand) riders know how to read.0 -
aaahh the old days! circa fall 90, my 883 on the left,1200 jugs,pistons,arlen ness gun fighter seat 82 roadster tank and arlen ness misc parts all over,put 23000 on it in two yrs, ridin buddy DAVE'S on the right two weeks before he t-boned a honda accord that pulled out in front of him,he walked away
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Do you know what the difference is between a Harley, and a Hoover?
the position of the dirtbag.
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My dirtbags sit behind me. It's not called ridin' bi#ch for nothin'.[:D] 0 -
geesh. that bike looks like it was designed by someone who had leftover parts from a tag sale....[:o)] 0 -
Ya' know, I built an 850/750 Honda in'76, from a bare spot on the ground.
She was beautiful to me, & fast enough to get me in trouble.
I really didn't care if other people thought it was a pile of junk. She was great to me.
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Great story.
Best I've read in a while. [:D][:D][:D]0 -
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That story was funny! 0 -
You young whippersnappers! That story is as old as the hills! It was told when the Dead sea first got sick. I think General Electric told it when he was a buck private. 0 -
Most people that make fun about inanimate objects are secretly envious of them but just can't have one for some reason or another. Many fa-gots also make fun of things they perceive as manly or macho. 0 -
I own (and when it runs, drive) a Porsche. One of the last 356 C coupes made, whopping 75 horses from the factory. Gearing helps, as does suspension, etc.
Two things to remember:
1) Horsepower is for those who can't keep their speed up in the corners.
2) It is more fun to drive a "slow" car fast than a fast car slow.0 -
quote:Originally posted by wizard78
Most people that make fun about inanimate objects are secretly envious of them but just can't have one for some reason or another. Many fa-gots also make fun of things they perceive as manly or macho.
There is one now.[:D][:D][:D]
Some people have no sense of humor.
That's why they came up with the Harley only drags.
Got tired of never winning.
Guess that happens when you pay $25,000 fo a $10,000 bike.[:p][:p][:p][:p][:p]
Only kidding. Don't get all huffy and defensive.
No I don't own one. I did make payments to Harley for a Honda they were more than willing to finance.
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