Gilligan
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Gilligan and Navigator - Wherever we ended up
Southwest Indiana
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« on: August 17, 2009, 01:52:43 PM » |
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Yep, our Valk is going to leave for a new home in Montana.  The new owner is flying in to pick her up this weekend. I have talked to him, and he sounds like a "good guy." I will take some pics and introduce him to y'all. This is not easy. We have had wondereful times touring on the Valk. The Valk has given us escape, adventures, freedom, ... a way of life for 10+ years. We have met some great people along the way. There are too many to list, but shftr and BG were the first in 2001.  We'll continue to read your posts and eventually post pics and reports of all of our trips. Please remember us if you travel through Evansville, IN. Our place is always open to VRCC members.  |
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Two-up Touring for 10 yrs on a 1999 Valkyrie Interstate
48 U.S. States - 5 Canadian Provinces - 1 Mexican State
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« Reply #1 on: August 17, 2009, 02:23:18 PM » |
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the bike may be gone but the memories and the companionship it has brought you and Navigator will last forever.
I'm so glad for that day in Mackinaw our paths crossed for the first time.
Both of you mean so much to me and my family.
who would have ever thought friendships like are shared here on the VRCC could all come about by some sheet metal, pistons, 6 carbs and the proverbial grin.
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« Reply #2 on: August 17, 2009, 02:37:11 PM » |
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It's been a pleasure meeting you all and when I'm your way I'll stop in. Enjoy your travels in your new ride.
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Live life to the fullest because it can all change in 20 minutes
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« Reply #3 on: August 17, 2009, 03:49:37 PM » |
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Sad day, but we understand. He is getting the best bike ever built and maybe we will get a new VRCC member.. Always a pleasure to see you guys. Thanks for the help this summer and we'll see you again soon...... Brian
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I think I should have no other mortal wants, if I could always have plenty of music. It seems to infuse strength into my limbs and ideas into my brain. Life seems to go on without effort, when I am filled with music.
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HotRod
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2001 I/S First one was a 1999 I/S
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« Reply #4 on: August 17, 2009, 04:20:01 PM » |
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Say it aint so? I wish you two well and hope you dont stop posting, your good people. See ya down the rode.  |
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fudgie
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Better to be judged by 12, then carried by 6.
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« Reply #5 on: August 17, 2009, 04:48:47 PM » |
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Sorry to hear it. Always like to read your travels. Hope We can travel like you both do someday. Maybe see ya at the CBR?
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R J
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« Reply #6 on: August 18, 2009, 02:47:52 PM » |
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Russell, I decided to ride MGM today, had no problem. Even got a small wheelie in a 1st to 2nd gear @ full throttle shift. Love that kickshifter, no more missed gears. Most of my riding MGM will be within a 50 mile radius of home. The Chevy Trike gets the long rides, like the next 2 weekends, and then the CBR....... Came home told mom that they would have to pry my dead cold fingers off the handle bars. She grinned, & said, I knew that before you left the driveway. So the kids will have to wait me out, before they can start fighting over who gets what............. |
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Gilligan
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Gilligan and Navigator - Wherever we ended up
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« Reply #7 on: August 18, 2009, 03:05:23 PM » |
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they would have to pry my dead cold fingers off the handle bars.
Good for you, RJ. I respect you in more ways than one. Ride safe, friend. |
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Gilligan
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« Reply #8 on: August 18, 2009, 03:09:52 PM » |
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Maybe see ya at the CBR? We're heading to Charleston, SC for a "history" tour without the Valk. Going somewhere without the Valk will be a first in over 10 years. We are really going to miss it. Have a great time at the CBR. Have a couple of glasses of wine for the 2 of us.  |
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« Reply #9 on: August 18, 2009, 06:14:02 PM » |
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from your trips, no reason you couldn't still post some for us not so fortunate folks still working at the salt mines.
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« Reply #11 on: August 19, 2009, 04:42:52 AM » |
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Russ and Judy, sorry that you've given up the Valk but I understand. I'll be doing the same as you know. I still will try to keep my riding in with the Nighthawk. It's a lot lighter but not as comfortable as the Valk, shorter runs only just as RJ is doing with MGM. Don't forget to stay with us. I was looking forward to seeing you at the CBR but that's ok.  |
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