The Suzuki GS500F was my first bike. I don’t have it anymore, but I have to tell you about it. It’s a wonderful, simple machine. Released in 1989, and upgraded with a fairing in 2004, the Suzuki GS500 had a long, successful life in the motorcycle market. Mine was a 2009 model, the last year … More Ode to my Suzuki GS500F
The motorcycle market is changing and there are some interesting developments in 2017. European, Japanese and American manufacturers are returning to the roots of the motorcycling experience, celebrating naked styling or off-road exploring, but with all the advantages of sophisticated electronics and modern technology. While supersports are being upgraded with developments from MotoGP and World … More The industry is changing. A look at what’s new in 2017.
For those of us in wintry climes who have had to store our bikes, the weeks seem to pass agonizingly slowly as we look ahead to the riding season. There isn’t much for us to do other than watch motovlogs on YouTube and read the magazines. Fortunately, those living near large cities can look forward … More Show time!
One of the things I like best about motorcycling is how it engages all the senses. Some say riding can be considered a kind of meditational activity. If one means focusing on the present, then that is certainly true. Riding is a whole body experience, coupled with brain function. It requires the use of both hands … More How motorcycling keeps you in the here and now
The Suzuki GS500F was my first bike. I don’t have it anymore, but I still think about it all the time. It’s a wonderful, simple machine. Released in 1989, and upgraded with a fairing in 2004, the Suzuki GS500 had a long, successful life in the motorcycle market. Mine was a 2009 model, the last … More Ode to my Suzuki GS500F
From time to time in this space, I plan to share some of the things I’ve learned about “roadcraft,” or safety issues. We can all relate to how stupid we feel when surprised by a dangerous situation that could have been avoided with a little more attention to the road ahead. In my case, one … More Possibly the most important safety reminder
I own two motorcycles: a Honda and a Suzuki. The Honda is a standard, sport-style bike, a CBR300r, which is a good commuter bike. I bought it when I traded in my 2011 Aprilia 50cc scooter. The Suzuki is a 2003 gently-used VZ800 Marauder that I bought from a dealer in Laval, Quebec. I rode the … More My motorcyling life
My Motorcycling Life 