Change in the Garage - Page 2

blowndodge · 10-22-2013, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Cajunrider

I suppose I'll be old enough for a Wing in about 5 years when I retire.

I think a "Wing" is possibly in all of our futures eventually Mitch!

rickyboy · 10-22-2013, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

I think a "Wing" is possibly in all of our futures eventually Mitch!

Enjoy your new bike !!!

Not sure why this would be a given guys. I'm clicking over to 60 next yr. and in no way would/will be trading in the Nomad for a "wing". Maybe because they just don't "fit me".

vulcanguy · 10-22-2013, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Griz

Some of you already know this, but I made the decision several weeks ago to trade the Nomad. I enjoyed the 22,000 miles I rode it but after following Gene (Wanderer) on all the rides this summer at the national rally in Estes Park, I started looking for a Honda Goldwing shortly after returning home from Colorado.

It took awhile, but I finally located a one owner 2008 audio/comfort/navi with only 11,500 miles and 3 years of Honda extended warranty remaining. I traded my beautiful Red/Black 1600 Nomad for the Wing. I just couldn't justify owning two bikes.

Of course, the best part of owning the Nomad is all the great friends I have met and ridden with because of this forum. I have attended rallies in Eureka Springs and Van Buren AR, three in Antlers OK, and the National rally in Estes Park this past summer. I have truly enjoyed each rally and meeting all of you fine people because of the VBA. Like others, I hope I am still welcome on the forum and at the rallies. You all are a GREAT GROUP!

Here is a picture of the new ride:

Hi!
Congrats on the new to you Goldwing. In September 2012, I also traded my 2005 Nomad on a new 2012 red GL 1800. I now have over 19,000 kilometers & love this machine. I must say that Norm (CNC), Sylvain (Sly) still lets me ride with them. I have learned a lot on this forum, & as for the people on here, a great bunch, a+!
Cheers!
Guy
AKA Vulcanguy

**billmac** · 10-22-2013, 04:55 PM

Yep we still will ride with you. Griz who? Have we met? :)

**trip** · 10-23-2013, 07:46 AM

Congrats on getting a GW Griz.... My research shows that the GW 1800 is probably the best sport/touring bike on the road with an engine that's almost bullet-proof. Here's to many happy riding miles.

Netnorske · 10-23-2013, 08:59 AM

Congrats on the new GW. Getting a new bike is like getting a new girlfriend. They feel a little different and you have to get used to their mood swings....but it is an exciting time for sure. Enjoy!

**Cajunrider** · 10-23-2013, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

I think a "Wing" is possibly in all of our futures eventually Mitch!

I suppose Brad. I was only being a smart aleck stating that a lot of the "old guys" are changing to Wings. Mainly referring to Jessie, Gene, and Joe.

cactusjack · 10-23-2013, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

I think a "Wing" is possibly in all of our futures eventually Mitch!

Statistically, so are hemorrhoids and shingles!

**Griz** · 10-23-2013, 12:31 PM

I'll admit, I am getting old

! Debbie says riding on the back of the Goldwing is about like riding in a convertible with the top down.

**trip** · 10-23-2013, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Cajunrider

I suppose Brad. I was only being a smart aleck stating that a lot of the "old guys" are changing to Wings. Mainly referring to Jessie, Gene, and Joe.

Old Guys aside Mitch.... if you've ever ridden a GW through it's paces... you'll find it's hardly a old guy bike.

**Cajunrider** · 10-23-2013, 02:40 PM

Yeah I agree Trip......I've been behind Gene several times observing him entering his second adolescence.

blowndodge · 10-23-2013, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Statistically, so are hemorrhoids and shingles!

Both of which you have an abundance of!!

cactusjack · 10-23-2013, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by blowndodge

Both of which you have an abundance of!!

Not me, Skippy. I'm not as old as you are.

**wanderer** · 10-23-2013, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Cajunrider

Yeah I agree Trip......I've been behind Gene several times observing him entering his second adolescence.

Where are you getting this "second" business from? I just haven't finished my first yet!

**glwilson** · 10-23-2013, 08:18 PM

If only I were 3-4 inches taller I would be riding a GW. Besides... it has the same initials as I do!

10-23-2013, 07:46 AM	#20
trip VBA Founder Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lindale, Texas Posts: 6,846	Congrats on getting a GW Griz.... My research shows that the GW 1800 is probably the best sport/touring bike on the road with an engine that's almost bullet-proof. Here's to many happy riding miles. __________________ Robert "Trip" Hilliard VBA/KawaNOW - Founder/Past President VBA # 00001 Trip's Website Custer 09, 18 / Maggie Valley 11 / Eureka Springs 09, 17 / Antlers 09, 10, 11, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18 Texas Hill Country / Deals Gap / Colorado / Wyoming / Montana / Utah / More trips for Trip Login or Register to Remove Ads Last edited by trip; 10-23-2013 at 02:25 PM.
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10-23-2013, 08:59 AM	#21
Netnorske Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Everett, Washington Posts: 5,709	Congrats on the new GW. Getting a new bike is like getting a new girlfriend. They feel a little different and you have to get used to their mood swings....but it is an exciting time for sure. Enjoy! __________________ *Kris Olsen* VBA #0691 2017 HD Ultra Limited Low 2013 Victory Cross Country Tour 2012 1700 Vulcan Voyager 2008 1600 Vulcan Nomad 1997 Vulcan 800 Classic *"Growing old is mandatory,* *but growing up is optional"* Custer 2009\|Kalispell 2010\|Cortez 2010\|Crescent City 2011\|Kanab 2012\|Canmore 2012\|Estes Park 2013\|Orofino 2014\|Lake Tahoe 2015\|Red Lodge 2016
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10-23-2013, 12:31 PM	#24
Griz Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pittsburg, Kansas Posts: 1,063	I'll admit, I am getting old ! Debbie says riding on the back of the Goldwing is about like riding in a convertible with the top down. __________________ Joe "Griz" Grisolano 2008 Arctic Pearl Honda Goldwing 2008 Black/Red Nomad - Traded September, 2013 VBA #1210 Pittsburg, Kansas
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10-23-2013, 02:40 PM	#26
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Yeah I agree Trip......I've been behind Gene several times observing him entering his second adolescence. __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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10-23-2013, 08:18 PM	#30
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	If only I were 3-4 inches taller I would be riding a GW. Besides... it has the same initials as I do! __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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10-22-2013, 04:55 PM	#19
billmac Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,472	Yep we still will ride with you. Griz who? Have we met? :)
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