tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post6438310444652224964..comments2023-12-11T03:32:58.722-05:00Comments on Twisted Roads By Jack Riepe: The MV Agusta Tamburini Versus The BMW K75Jack Riepehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-69570538607977275712011-07-24T02:40:47.772-04:002011-07-24T02:40:47.772-04:00Courses in communications and customer relations s...Courses in communications and customer relations should be part of motorcycle mechanic training, as motorcycle mechanics will deal with customers in determining problems they are having with their equipment.motorcycle mechanichttp://www.rankmymechanic.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-87936213086339032632011-01-16T13:09:49.621-05:002011-01-16T13:09:49.621-05:00Jack,
Despite your misguided comments regarding ...Jack, <br /><br />Despite your misguided comments regarding obviously superior R bikes, I share your love of Diners. I have been to the Tick Tock a few times, and now I will need a pilgrimage to a few others. However, in PA, I can recommend the Reading Terminal market for diner fare on par with NJ. Best,Classic Velocityhttp://classicvelocity.squarespace.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-85597598896741802432011-01-14T11:30:11.260-05:002011-01-14T11:30:11.260-05:00Dear Nikos:
Your comment was conspicuous by its a...Dear Nikos:<br /><br />Your comment was conspicuous by its absence. I held off posting a new blog until I could read your response to this one. TRhank God you chom,ed in when you did. <br /><br />I grew to love the Sprint fairing on the late "Blueballs," but it was a bitch to service. It took two hours to remove the fairing for simple things like headlamp replacement. At $75 per hour that meant $150 to get the damn thing off... And $150 to get the damn thing back on. <br /><br />But I did love it so much, that if I ever start to collect these things, another K75 with a Sprint fairing will be my first acquisition. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-1229074539021457072011-01-14T08:17:47.055-05:002011-01-14T08:17:47.055-05:00Jack
Apologies for the delay in responding, but I ...Jack<br />Apologies for the delay in responding, but I had to send the computer keyboard away for deep cleaning further to my vomiting all over it on seeing the image of Jim's plate of slops - it brought back feersome memories of when I found a pubic hair in my yoghourt sauce in a Turkish restaurant in Stoke on Trent (or was it in Baden Baden?).<br /><br />I do like that fairing on Blueballs.<br /><br />Happy New Year from England<br /><br />Nikos * Eats * Meatballs<br />Nikos World Inc.Nikoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03119901226987582553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-10319096497665771872011-01-12T22:36:42.550-05:002011-01-12T22:36:42.550-05:00Dear Mr. Motorcycle:
Thank you for reading Twiste...Dear Mr. Motorcycle:<br /><br />Thank you for reading Twisted Roads and for writing in. I'm delighted to comply with your request. If you go back and read this blog episode again, you will find one picture of each category in the text. You just have to guess who's who. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • Toad<br />Twisted RoadsJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-65655655567250941322011-01-12T21:58:14.010-05:002011-01-12T21:58:14.010-05:00Jack,
I notice that you have a picture of "a...Jack,<br /><br />I notice that you have a picture of "an ideal BMW rider," could you show a few pictures of less than ideal BMW riders, poor examples of BMW riders and "poser BMW rider." I would like to use these for identification at my next rally.<br /><br />ThanksMr. Motorcyclehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00402315681139450834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-37896405707990889662011-01-12T08:37:11.761-05:002011-01-12T08:37:11.761-05:00Dear Cynthia:
I'm delighted you liked my piec...Dear Cynthia:<br /><br />I'm delighted you liked my piece. I hope you'll mention my blog to your friends. When I clicked on your name, I got a zap return to a mototrcycle leather supply house. I was very impressed. I guess a lot of guys click on the woman rider's name, huh?<br /><br />Can you send me a picture of yourself next time?<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • Toad<br />Twisted RoadsJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-87519434388827213362011-01-12T00:30:59.874-05:002011-01-12T00:30:59.874-05:00It's a long story but it sure is fun reading i...It's a long story but it sure is fun reading it. I am really surprised about that cobra in the bottle and where you actually also sipped from it. That is just amazing! You are the man!Cynthiahttp://rockytopleather.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-77557699349649295872011-01-11T22:10:31.375-05:002011-01-11T22:10:31.375-05:00Dear Commander Kewl:
Welcome to the twisted commu...Dear Commander Kewl:<br /><br />Welcome to the twisted community of Twisted Roads. I'm flattered that you hve been reading my blog for the past few months, but there was no need to remain under the radar. In fact, I prefer moving targets. <br /><br />I was reading your note with an Irish whiskey in my hand and got to the part about "plates and screws." My first thougt was that you were taking the GS apart. And then I realized it had taken you apart. <br /><br />How bad was the crash? <br /><br />The KLT is to the K75 what the Hindenburg is to a Cessna 180. A buddy of mine's got one. He has a heated cup holder on the handlebars and luggage with electric locks that secure by remote control. He rides it as effortlessly as if it was a scooter. <br /><br />I understand that "LT" stands for light truck. <br /><br />Thjere is no reason for you, or anyone to fly under the radar here. You write in whenever the mood takes you. <br /><br />I'll get those books out to you pronto. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-85991226340377412542011-01-11T21:57:11.551-05:002011-01-11T21:57:11.551-05:00Dear Beemer Girl:
The 2003 and 2004 K1200GT's...Dear Beemer Girl:<br /><br />The 2003 and 2004 K1200GT's are without a doubt the sexiest, and hottest looking BMW's ever made. Why? They have curves where the newer machines have straight lines and flat surfaces. They have a built-in lean to them, where the newer bikes have a more souless, razor edge. The finned grill work in the side of the bike is understated elegance, either in a contrasting color or the same color. And the sculpted bodywork in the knee area absorbs the rider into the machine.<br /><br />These motorcycles combine sex appeal with great performance in a package that will go at 110-115 miles per hour all day, without getting hot. The 120 hp engines represent the peak of the K bike evolution, before the motors got into the science-fiction league. <br /><br />And the 2004 bikes have the ABS/power assisted brakes, which were years ahead of their time, and require a little getting used to. <br /><br />That's what I love about them. I want one really badly, but this is not my year to think about it. <br /><br />Note: I got separated from my friends on a ride back from the deep south. I ended up ahead of them, but didn't know it. I was going well over 100 mph to catch up, but they were behind me. One of them, rode for 18 miles, hitting 127mph to pass me. And he looked like hot shit in the process. <br /><br />I really want one of these machines. But this is not the year.<br /><br />The new K1600GT is an absolute marvel and an incredible machine -- but it looks like a prop for that stupid Transformers movie. Also, no Jap bikes look like the K1200GT from 2003 and 2004. One day, these machines will be as highly desirable as the K75. Have you noticed, K75 riders are holding onto them? <br /><br />Your friend's bike is gorgeous.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-89708259467331933642011-01-11T21:10:18.739-05:002011-01-11T21:10:18.739-05:00Well Commander Jack, I have snuck under your radar...Well Commander Jack, I have snuck under your radar for several months now reading your blog, and since then I have reminisced the area you write about. Love the area , but alas I live in Texas. I have the k12LT which yes is a smaller brother, but allows me to smoke cigars with abandon and enjoy the ride as well. You will have several orders for your book as well as the T shirts on it's way.. Can you say check is in the mail?<br />I sit here with 7 screws a couple of plates and a few cupholders added from the new years ride .. Damn GS decided she didn't like me ignoring her..it's going to be a while before I get back out there...<br /><br />We have women that cross the rio grande with talented tongues like you mesmerized us with ,in the story. Seeing them sculpt unique corkscrew precise maneuvers like that<br /> .... But I digress.. Thanks for the words...CommanderKewlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-33872725990770722322011-01-11T20:32:26.482-05:002011-01-11T20:32:26.482-05:00Hi Jack!
I have a feeling that anything on that...Hi Jack! <br /><br />I have a feeling that anything on that Vincent Black Shadow is going to have a street value of $4,000. With only 1700 made, parts may be difficult to come by.<br /><br />About that 2003 K1200GT...what makes that the best looking "K" bike? What would you say if I had <a href="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5290/5347290637_dec8d922fa.jpg" rel="nofollow">a friend that has one</a> and doesn't put too many miles on it per year??<br /><br />I can see that your weather sucks as much as ours. Hope it clears up soon.<br /><br />-LoriBeemerGirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15239761274177026636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-37569023192514327432011-01-11T20:26:14.223-05:002011-01-11T20:26:14.223-05:00Dear IronDad:
Not so fast there, Buckerooooo... I...Dear IronDad:<br /><br />Not so fast there, Buckerooooo... It's okay for me to make fun of a BMW "R" bike 'cos I have a "K" bike. Well, I guess it's okay for you too, because you did the next best thing and bought a copy of a "K" bike. <br /><br />Remember, loud whines save lives!<br /><br />I got a nice note frm a rider named Erik out in Wisconsin. He's got a rig like yours too. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-70690263815852351772011-01-11T18:06:19.155-05:002011-01-11T18:06:19.155-05:00The K bikes may whine, but the R bikes sound and f...The K bikes may whine, but the R bikes sound and feel like an old tractor until you get them wound up.<br /><br />As to the Italian bike: Profiling is one thing. If you can't move after getting off the bike then dreams are all you have.irondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-22565694363558822512011-01-11T10:34:09.922-05:002011-01-11T10:34:09.922-05:00Dear Erik:
Thank you very much for reading Twisat...Dear Erik:<br /><br />Thank you very much for reading Twisated Roads, and for writing in. Our motto here is, "No blame is too complex to delegate." <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-81415074530487181292011-01-11T10:30:59.635-05:002011-01-11T10:30:59.635-05:00Dear Ihor:
I seem to recall one trip to the Adiro...Dear Ihor:<br /><br />I seem to recall one trip to the Adirondacks when we stopped at the International Hiouse of Pancakes, where you had the Presidential Suite. You ordered the "Moon over My Hammy" three times,<br /><br />The extent of my problem is well known. But as any health authority, including the infamous Dr. Frechie, will tell you, identifying the problem is 50% of the solution. Well I'm halfway there. Hah! (And I meant it to sting.)<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-20418905728549629372011-01-11T10:27:02.133-05:002011-01-11T10:27:02.133-05:00Dear Conchscooter:
The nature of your comment sti...Dear Conchscooter:<br /><br />The nature of your comment sticks out like a blot on a clean hand towel in an exclusive bed and breakfast. Layne is quite right in her response to your ridiculous demand. The last time you absolutely had to have something, it was a tach for your Triumph. How did that turn out? <br /><br />And if the only time you rode an MV Agusta "anything" and attracted cows, I'd say your personality overpowered the effects of the bike. How are you coping with the horrors of a 68º winter in Key West? Burning the furniture for warmth yet? <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-85429526840232617642011-01-11T10:14:32.173-05:002011-01-11T10:14:32.173-05:00Dear Beemer Girl:
I am shocked at how some of the...Dear Beemer Girl:<br /><br />I am shocked at how some of the most expensive and extravagant motorcycles blatantly steal design concepts from the K75. But speaking of headlights, a buddy of mine is restorung a Vincent Black Shadow. The headlamp assembly has a street value of nearly $4,000. How's that for precious?<br /><br />Thanks for reading my blog and for writing in.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-66492939555989510692011-01-11T10:10:18.835-05:002011-01-11T10:10:18.835-05:00Dear Baron:
I ran the picture of "Blueballs,...Dear Baron:<br /><br />I ran the picture of "Blueballs," my 1986 BMW K75 (with the rare Sprint Fairing) because I like it. It is my favorite picture of myself. But Blueballs is gone... Vaporized in a head-on collision with a van in 2007. <br /><br />The "Snake In The Bottle" stuff was a gift from a Vietnamese woman who was impressed with my efforts but thought the stuff in the bottle would turn my schwanstücker into a rattler. <br /><br />You are correct in that it is impossible to put a price on a K75, now that they are rare and in hot demand. But you are doubly so in that these are the most unique and affablr riding companions to be found anyplace. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-65676125812729455872011-01-11T10:03:42.384-05:002011-01-11T10:03:42.384-05:00Dear Chris (Luhman):
In any translation, it's...Dear Chris (Luhman):<br /><br />In any translation, it's important to catch the emotion and the feeling behind what is said, as well as the text. This enables the reader to understand that I want to be helpful, without surrendering my position of strength. <br /><br />Women are very sensitive to my openness and my desire to advance their interests whenever possible. It has become my trademark as a serious motorcycle writer. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-1149891901317020832011-01-11T09:58:38.730-05:002011-01-11T09:58:38.730-05:00Dear Charlie6 (Dom):
If you have studied your his...Dear Charlie6 (Dom):<br /><br />If you have studied your history, you will recall how Arthur, King of the Britains, drew his sword from an "R" bike and rode forth to glory on a "K" machine, better suited to slaying dragons (including the tail) as the machine had a proper cooling system. <br /><br />This isn't to say that the iconic Boxer engine is not its own pinacle of mechanical perfection... It's just that there are pinacles and there are pinacles, if you catch my drift.<br /><br />I look forward to having breakfast with Peter Frechie this Sunday... I'm going to order "shit on a shingle," and see if he runs with that.<br /><br />Jack • reep • Toad<br />Twisted RoadsJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-24120743876844284952011-01-10T23:47:34.047-05:002011-01-10T23:47:34.047-05:00Dear Jonesy:
Your comment reminded me that I am g...Dear Jonesy:<br /><br />Your comment reminded me that I am going to do a piece soon on southern breakfasts. I have had breakfast in diners in Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee. And I do have something to say about it.<br /><br />But I'd love to have you take me around Tennessee and get me into trouble. You'll regret making that offer.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-80376503726054410732011-01-10T23:44:20.869-05:002011-01-10T23:44:20.869-05:00Dear CPA3485 (Jimbo):
Believe it or not, most of ...Dear CPA3485 (Jimbo):<br /><br />Believe it or not, most of the movie "Witness" was filmed less than 45 minutes from here. I ride past the store in front of which Harrison Ford punched out the town guys all the time.<br /><br />I buy my produce (in season) from Amos Fischer, whose eggs do not carry the expiration date on the carton, but the date on which they were laid. (I used to go on dates and get laid myself.) <br /><br />I love non-carbonated, but ice cold, locally brewed root beer, also sold by the Amish in the summer. I do an Amish run on my bike once every two weeks... Usually with Bregstein. I have sworn off pie, Amish or otherwise for the rest of my life. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-54822338915411174852011-01-10T23:37:46.705-05:002011-01-10T23:37:46.705-05:00Dear Bobskoot:
I saw your comment on the last pos...Dear Bobskoot:<br /><br />I saw your comment on the last post, but put it on hold. Leslie had left her comment at the end of the piece's run, thinking no one would see it. But I then cut and paste it to the first slot on this episode, just to give her the limelight.<br /><br />Yes, Bob, I am a slob. My office looks like a 900-pound hamster lives in it. I have 4 coffee cups on my desk at any given time. Leslie claims I leave a debris trail four feet wide and a block long behind me. That's because I do. It's part of my charm.<br /><br />This last breakfast run was a pisser... The story was easy to write. German is like "pig Latin," I can make it go in any direction. <br /><br />Thanks for reading and for writing a comment.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6428154721977251894.post-83693857968126279602011-01-10T23:30:59.142-05:002011-01-10T23:30:59.142-05:00Dear Steve (Williams):
No real rider worth his sa...Dear Steve (Williams):<br /><br />No real rider worth his salt ever has to ask his wife if he can get a motorcycle. This indignity increases by a factor of 10 if we are talking about a scooter.<br /><br />And I regret to inform you that the road to hell is paved with Vespas, over which legions of K75 routinely ride, destined for story-telling history.<br /><br />This spring, you are cordially invited to ride over here as my house-guest (scooter or BMW test ride), and to then meet the riders of the Mac-Pac on the third Sunday breakfast. Do you remember the food-fight scene from Animal House? It's a cross between that and a prison riot.<br /><br />The waitresses pour coffee with one and, and fire tear gas with the other. I could even lend you Bregstein for a test ride, but I want him back. If you come on the scooter, we could take three days off and ride halfway back with you.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.com