I recently went to the International Motorcycle Show in Long Beach and it brought back memories of my riding/racing days. Being back in the motorcycle rider atmosphere was torture and enjoyable at the same time. But what it really brought back was the experiences, memories and emotions from riding that are forever engraved in my brain. Those solid three years of riding 3 to 4 times a week provided hidden treasures only those who ride know what I'm talking about. Now in riding terms, 3 to 4 years ain't sheeeeet, but I was able to experience all that my bike offered. At that point in my life I can honestly say I connected with my bike. Sounds crazy and dumb at the same time to most, but I didn't care if I lived or died when riding/racing. And I was completely comfortable with those risks. Once the throttle was being twisted, bike leaned over and establishing that complete connection with the road, bike, mind and heart took place, its game over.
One day maybe I'll share some stories from my Motorcycle Diaries memories, video footage and pics.
But back to the reason for this post. I wanted to show some of the advancements with motorcycles. From 100% electric sportbikes to v-twin turbo motors to vintage classics to artist designed concept bikes, the show encased all the styles. Overall it was cool with all the models, bikes and exhibitions but the vendor area was garbage. The vendor area was as it always was, selling gear that was old as fuck and had the tinge of swap-meet quality. But for me its all about the bikes anyway and would never buy gear from there. Here's a couple of pictures I took of bikes that caught my eye.
The electric superbike
V-Twin Turbo
got boost?
Honda cruiser concept bike
Complete with touchscreen controls, navi, 5 speakers with a subwoofer and amp. Ya, I'll cruise one for sure!
Harley
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