There are many reasons behind my recent purchase of a motorcycle. Sure, deep down I probably did it to express my independence from my parents' rules and establish myself as an adult. But the better reason is today - Christmas Day 2004. This morning Sasha (my friend and co-worker who started this whole motorcycle frenzy) and I took a ride. We followed Sunset Blvd. to PCH (pacific coast highway for those who don't know the area) and then headed north well into and past Malibu. From there we cut inland and took Mulholland Dr. all the way back to Hollywood. The trip took about 4 1/2 hours and we covered 125 miles.
The weather was gorgeous, the roads were as empty as they could be (for Los Angeles), and for the past few hours I've felt like I was flying. The wind all around me, the rush of the open road, the solitude of the motorcycle... I'm simultaneously exhausted and energized.
Comments
Ok I don't need a why. But I need a what. What kind of bike is it and can you post a picture on it? BTW, has your leather budget recently skyrocketed, or are you just recycling you old dominatrix uniform?
Posted by: Andy | December 25, 2004 09:43 PM
It's a 1980 Suzuki RN400. Single cylinder, 400cc, more harley-style than sporty, maroon-red. I'll try to post pics soon. And I do own more leather now. I got a perfect used jacket for $25 on craigslist.
Posted by: Daniel | December 26, 2004 09:33 AM