"Spaze" (spazegun2213)
07/12/2016 at 13:56 • Filed to: None
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"Spaze" (spazegun2213)
07/12/2016 at 13:56 • Filed to: None | 8
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So I’ve written before about how amazing WSBK is and why if you like racing you should be watching. This weekend didn’t disappoint at all! Nicky managed a podium, and Sykes is now only 40 points down from JR in the standings. This season is FAR from over folks!
I decided a few weeks back to buy some tickets and ride my duke up to Monterey and I’m glad I did. The round trip was ~1063 miles on the Duke, and was completely without issue. Sure there are a few things I’ll do differently the next time, but it was still an amazing trip. Here are a few photos to sum up the journey!
I loaded up and set off from work.
Stopped in Goleta for the night
My buddy met me in Goleta and we rode PCH from San Luis Obispo to Monterey. Its something I’ve always wanted to do, and I’m glad I did!
Stopping to see Elephant Seals
SEALS!
We stayed on Fox Hill inside Mazda Raceway, and the view was spectacular
WSBK podium for Race 1
Nicky after his TV interviews was mobbed by people... it was cool getting to see him up close. He stayed for a while signing autographs and letting people take a ton of pictures with him.
Moto America Podium for Race 1
Chaz
Sykes
MotoAmerica Pits
WSBK Pit Walk
Pee break on the 101 heading back home.
JKER
> Spaze
07/12/2016 at 14:05 |
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Mmm, is that the 690 Duke? I want one of those bad. You need to write a review on here for it!
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Spaze
> JKER
07/12/2016 at 14:55 |
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It is! I’ve put ~10,000 miles on that one (its my second 690) and LOVE them. This one has all the Power Parts on it and goes like stink!
SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman
> Spaze
07/12/2016 at 16:08 |
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Love me some Kentucky Kid.
I sat on a 690 Duke this weekend at Mid Ohio. KTM was doing Demo Rides during the AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days event. But as a Duc man, I can’t buy a KTM.
I still love my Ducati 748, but I want a Multistrada 1200S now
RallyWrench
> Spaze
07/12/2016 at 17:23 |
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Nice! SBK weekend was always so much better than the Moto GP circus at Laguna. Haven’t made it up in years but I saw all the bikes on 101 to and from the Bay this weekend and wished I could make a detour.
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Spaze
> SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman
07/12/2016 at 17:36 |
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I nearly pulled the trigger on a 748 years ago... great bikes. I also know I’ll eventually own a Duc. But for now, that duke does everything I need it to! The Multistrada’s do make my pants tight when I think about just how capable they are.
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Spaze
> RallyWrench
07/12/2016 at 17:37 |
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Honestly, as long as they made money I don’t care if the attendance never grows. You’ll see the same people walking around, EVERYONE is friendly, it was amazing. I was shocked just how “homey” this weekend felt. I’ve been to other races that were not as nice...
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RallyWrench
> Spaze
07/12/2016 at 17:42 |
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That’s exactly the feel I loved about it, whereas the GP weekend was a standing room only bro-down. I go to a lot of races there, and SBK is still among the best experiences Ive had.
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SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman
> Spaze
07/12/2016 at 17:57 |
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Sell Duke, acquire Monster, live life :).
Ride safely, bro!
StndIbnz, Drives a MSRT8
> Spaze
07/13/2016 at 08:45 |
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Wow, just wow. Looks like an amazing trip sir! Just drove PCH from Venice to San Francisco a few weeks ago on vacation and kept thinking how much fun it would be on a bike.
Also, amazing the access you had at the race! Great shots.
Also also, how were the vibrations from the bike for that long of a trip? This the single cyl or no?
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Spaze
> StndIbnz, Drives a MSRT8
07/13/2016 at 14:24 |
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Its a million times better on a bike. Not having to wait on traffic is VERY nice!
We had some Gold Passes which allowed us some cool access, but next race I want an FIM pass so I can walk the gird for WSBK.
The 690 is a big single, and the vibrations don’t bother me at all. They are noticeable, but when you are riding its not something you think about.
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Spaze
> SnapUndersteer, Italian Spiderman
07/13/2016 at 14:24 |
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I’m actually moving to Italy in the next few months, so I’ve thought about it. But in reality its Streetfighter or bust ;)