I'm Bill in Fort Worth.
Just purchased an 848 to enjoy before my back forces me to ride something more upright.
I haven't had a bike for almost 10 years, so it's been fun getting back into it.
I used to live in Japan and enjoyed riding there, but was quickly reminded of the lack of concern for bikers when I returned to the U.S.
As time went by, I missed having a bike more and more, so I got over the worry. More importantly, talked my wife into getting over it...
Mmmmmmm.... 848= yummy. Welcome home! [moto]
Welcome Bill! Hope we get to see some pictures of your 848. [moto] Where in Japan did you live, and what did you ride? I've only been to Tokyo and Osaka (several times each).
I spent four years just outside of Tokyo and another four years in Okinawa. I was aiming high at the time... I was also in Iwakunki for 4 months.
I went through a few bikes while there. I had a YSR80 the whole time. Too funny as a 6' guy riding a YSR. It was a blast showing up on that when I rode with new people. I also had an RZ350, CBR400, and GSXR750.
It was quite interesting to be in a place that respected and accepted motorcyclists. It was also fun to have access to so many different sized bikes in both 2 and 4 stroke that were and are not available in the U.S.
Quote from: 1niceputt on May 14, 2008, 03:06:16 PM
It was quite interesting to be in a place that respected and accepted motorcyclists. It was also fun to have access to so many different sized bikes in both 2 and 4 stroke that were and are not available in the U.S.
I bet! There is quite an interesting bike culture in Asia. :) I wouldn't mind having a go sometime, but probably not in the heart of Tokyo. ;)