Ducati Monster Forum

Following Suite with the Hampton Thread.    Let's keep it going...

Hey Narflar.   Good idea.   I rode by Cafe 821 yesterday to finally meet Brix821 (Andrew?) who used to post but he wasn't in.   I was going to tell him about the new site.   Also, I don't think Bdfinally has found his way here yet.   

Ya, I guess a PM to them would be a good idea.  I was going to post in the DML thread but didn't want to risk it getting deleted.  Brix works the evening shift so I haven't had a chance to meet him yet either.  I'm always over that way during the day  :-\

I rode by again last night and left the new site info. with one of the waitresses for him.

ben, I will be there tonight for sure.  Thanks for the info...narflr, have any of the old richmonders shown up around here yet?

I haven't seen any.  I'll shoot sonny an email to let him know.  Some of the guys were members of monkeyriders.  Do you have access to that forum to let them know?

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Looks like sonny's site is down or something.  I'm just getting a blank page for wtvr reason.  I hope his email still works. 

hey guys. i made it over. hope everyone has been doing well.

No problem Brix.  My much younger brother goes to VCU and frequents your establishment or rather has it delivered.  I'll have to stop by sometime and try it out.

804Monster - Congratulations on finding the new board.  This place is getting back to normal fairly quickly.

sounds good. I am at night for the most part...

Hey guys...another Richmond Ducati rider here.  Actually, I started that original "Richmond" thread on the old DML (name: tab), then dropped off the radar for a while (too much work). It's nice to see there are other Duc fans in town. Anyone up for a group rider sometime?

-Tim

whats up tim?  I would love to ride sometime.  All of the guys in richmond are great dudes...you have got to see sonny's paint work.  Come by 821 cafe some time... there should be a monster parked out front... how the rest of you guys doing?

I would be glad to offer my place to watch racing on sundays...as long as you dont mind dogs and babies

I look forward to meeting all of you guys. Brix...what are your hours at 821? I'm in the restaurant industry as well and work mainly evenings so catching up at 821 could be a little tricky. Let me know and I'll try to stop by and say hi. I'm off this Thursday and plan to hit the Monkey Riders bike night over at Lonestar with a friend...never met any of those guys so not sure what to expect. I'll swing by 821 before heading over there if you work that evening. Anyone other Duc riders from the list plan to attend?

-Tim

I've been afew times. It can be cool if you get there early enough. It tends to become a squid fest after that.

Right on...sort of figured as much. We'll be there earlier, around 7ish. Definitely going for a ride first.

-Tim

I work nights... id say  4:30-11:30..where do you work?

I used to be the sous chef at Amici in Carytown, but recently took another kitchen position over at CCV.

I'm heading out Sunday morning for a ride with a friend. Our loop is usually River Road Rt. 6, which takes us to a coffee shop in Goochland. We then head back via Rt. 522 to Huguenot Trail to Robious, then Huguenot Rd.

We leave around 9-9:30 from the near west end area and return about noon time.

We don't ride at break neck speeds...more medium tempo.

Post if you're in and we'll figure out a specific place to meet.

-Tim

i will prob. sit this on out as work kicked my ass this week.  It sounds like a great route, you could even through a lil old gun road at the end if you wanted. I would be down to join you guys sometimes.  It was nice to me yall the other night.. i wish I had time to come out and check out the bikes...dru

Hey Drew, did you buy a Triumph?

No, we had a new guy named scott move in upstairs.  He works at velocity and is a great guy.  He is supposed to be getting pipes for his bike this week, I think it is a great looking thruxton.  Did you sell your monster yet?

Saw a red monster yesterday turning from Turner onto Hull Street heading west around Noon.  Any of you guys here?

Ya. Then bought a house.

cool, where is your house?

in Lakeside, off of Hermitage rd.

Hi guys. Been here since May 8th just went with a new avatar, retired the old one with the old DML. So what do you think of the new forum? I kinda hung on doing both, but they finally banned me on TOB for having an opinion...and then voicing it a bit too much for their liking. Anyway, a group ride sounds great. Hey Andrew, does your staff tell you I give 'em a blast of those Sil Motors almost every morning going to work? ;D

804, I live around the corner from you over in Ginter Park. The Northside is a great area. Enjoy the new house! I don't know if you've tried Zed Cafe out yet, but they have some tasty grub...

Drew,

Great to meet you the other evening...sorry to walk in in the middle of service. Anyway, let's catch up for a ride soon. Sandy (the other guy you met) and I are planning a ride up to DC for a National's game sometime in early July. Hopefully you and some of the other guys on this thread might be interested in rounding out the group.

where is zed cafe at? i'm always down for new places to go. we were looking at houses over in your area, but it seemed like the homes we could afford were around brookland park. i didnt feel like that was the best area for my investment.

anthony, i sent you a pm

oh! and are you still going to indy?

Zed's in a little strip mall on Hermitage across from Roy's (that burger stand).

We're on the fringe of Ginter Park and Ginter Park Terrace and had owner the house for a while as an investment. When the housing crunch came and we could unload it we just decided to move into it and rent out our smallerl house on the southside. A bit of a juggling act I guess. My wife and I love it over here though.

Yup, I got tickets, hotel, and time off work all lined up. 

the fam. and I were going to go to indy, but one of my best buds is getting married the same weekend. Oh well, there is always next year. 

Hey Bdfinally, glad you made it here.  Not sure if you remember me.   I have the Dark S2R w/the Arrows.   

Gotta have priorities....OFF TO THE RACES!!!   ;D

yeah man, we talked in the parking lot one afternoon right?

so when are we gonna try and get together fellas?

when i get another bike. i'm working on borrowing my bosses sporty for the summer ;)

I might be down for a bit. Had a throttle cable break this evening and I've got to check R Superbike and Redline in the morning.

Yep, that was me.

ok guys I'm up and running. Time for a ride.

I'm still waiting on my bike.   Hopefully I'll get it this week.

who'd you end up going to?

I will be back in town after the holiday

Sent you a PM.  The PCIII is on the bike now.  The difference is like night and day. 

two whelled tuesday anyone?

Who was it who waved at me today on the Dark 620 with the red helmet on Forest Hill Ave?  I was on the Dark S2R.  Anyone here?

not me.

Hey Brix,
When are you heading for the beach?
Jeff

Brix-

Is that your Triumph out in front of 821?

some time during the week of the 20-26th. 

No, it belongs to a guy named Scott who works at velocity and just moved upstairs

I guess if you never look for the Richmond thread you're never gonna find it.  Thanks for the heads up, Andrew.  Looking forward to stopping by the restaurant soon.  Hello, everyone else!

I'm in Stratford Hills.  Work at UR.

I am in westover hills buddy,  Nice to meet you tonight Ben... those arrows are B-E-A-Utiful.  guys we really should get up soon.  As Much as i hate to say this we should all go the the boarder cafe this Tuesday.  They always host 2 wheeled tuesday, a moto friendly night.  they are having some sort of bikewash to raise money for the American Cancer Society... But it would be a good opportunity to meet up, ride, plan, etc...peace

Andrew-

Nice to meet you as well and thanks for the comments on my pipes.  I actually started wearing earplugs last night for the first time and I can really tell a difference with fatigue.    I feel like I need to apologize however, I had no idea it was that late until I got home and saw that it was almost midnight.   No wonder you guys were already locked up down there.

ODrides-

Welcome to the thread. 

wanted to let everyone know, there is a bike event going down at Sharky's bar and billiards tommorow from 3-9. there is a contest, band, booze, and other entertainment going on. i will have a table there trying to meet some new clients, handing out cards and showing my portfolio. it would be great to meet some of you face to face and to see some italian bikes there. see you tommorow.  [drink] it's on the corner of broad and cox out in innsbrook.

Saw an S2R/S4R last night going East on Monument, just West of the Boulevard.  Not sure which because I could only see the back of the bike and the traffic wouldn't allow me to get up any closer.   Helmet with blue/white graphics and black Joe Rocket jacket.   Anyone here?

Anyone wanna ride out to see the one day only release of "the long way down" on thurs. the 31st.  My dad and I are going/riding...

You riding out to see it at Shortpump 14? 

that is the plan so far

I just watched the trailer and it looks pretty good.  I would be up for it if it doesn't rain.

Did you enjoy your vacay?

It turned into a two day trip in the cage. I still enjoyed myself> thanks for the route info and the hospitality.  [clap]

Anthony, sent you an email

Wow, this thread is dead...anyone know whose '00 red M750 that is parked in the lot in the 00 block of West Grace is?

bdfinally-

Did you ever get your bike back and running? 

I'm selling my bike.  Figure I'll let you guys know about it if anyone is interested. 

http://richmond.craigslist.org/mcy/857420970.html

I'm down in Newport News and might be headed up towards Richmond this weekend to find some twisties. Any good roads up there I should check out?

is anyone going to the italian festival this weekend?

nope.  Hows it going sonny. The house doing good?
narflar... sorry you have to sell your monster, Those pipes are sexy
odrides... is that your 998 for sale on CL?

Happy holidays all! Hope things are well. It's cold out. I am going to use the winter and probably some spring to put together a 75 cb500t project I bought afew months ago. If anyone has any old Honda shit they dont want, let me know. Again, I hope the season treats you all well.

Sonny

right back at you. my 1st real bike was a cb400t. Come on down to 821 some time

brix,
you going to cary town again this year?

Yeah, Ben I got it going again. Go to friday cheers much anymore?

Just a short shoutout to a local guy making good...long read, but an interesting one.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/24/magazine/24labor-t.html?hp (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/24/magazine/24labor-t.html?hp)

Does anyone on here own the black Streetfighter S that is routinely parked on Canal?

i wish! I stopped by the other day to get a closer look and I really like it. how you been?

WOW!!
There really is a Richmond thread!
















I figured it was like Santa, or campaign promises.

thats how we get ya.... just lay and with for...oh.... 8 or nine mos...them BAM! 2 posts!

Brix - It's a sweet bike isn't it?  Pictures definitely don't do it justice.  I've been good thanks.  I bought a house and it's been keeping me busy these days.  My bike is in the shop getting a brake upgrade to the 4-piston Brembos right now.  I can't wait to see what difference they make.  I think it should be a noticeable improvement.  Hope you're doing well.

Bun - Yes, we're a quiet bunch.

Hey I just found this , i been looking for local ducati riders to hang with, whats up ?? [clap]

Welcome RVA Duc.  My bike will be back from the shop any day now.  Perhaps we can get a group together for a ride sometime soon.

Are you new to the area?

No I have lived in Richmond/Mechanicsville all my life, i used to have a 2001 M600 Dark but i upgraded to a 2000 M900Sie in the past month and just wanted to see how many monsters are in richmond and get to know a few guys get some ideas and good conversation ya know

  :)  Just found this thread.  When and where do you guys ride?

RVA Duc - Congratulations on the 900.  

Burnticarus - I usually go out Rt. 5 and explore the side roads.  Lately, I've been heading up Rt. 33 (Staples Mill) and have found some interesting roads out that way (ie. Ashcake Rd. which connects Rt. 33 and Rt. 1 is cool).   

Any of you you guys ridding this weekend ??

My bike is still in the shop.

what shop do you take your bike too ? and what happened?

I take my bike to an independent Ducati mechanic here in Richmond.  I'm getting my front brakes upgraded to the Gold 4-piston Brembos and new tires.  Should be ready soon...

Sounds like a good upgrade, anyone go to bikes in the bottom ?

I haven't been but from what I hear there is a growing contingency of Monsters there.  I think some of the guys from the Hampton Roads thread ride up sometimes for it.

yeah i usually go and ive only seen a few guys from hampton roads buy they were on there way out as i was on my way in and one guy who rides the new 696 white and a few other ducatis but not many monsters

Wow, activity [clap]

yeah. We had a half price app night/moto gathering at my place one night.  We had a good turnout  and some nice nikes to look at.  We could host a dmf special night if you guys wanna meet up some time.

yeah brix , im down for that one day or night.  [thumbsup]

Works for me and it's convenient too ;D

What happen to the DMF day/night meet up ???? ???

winter happened! you guys doing ok?

Yeah its a lil cold. I've still been riding the days its 50+  [thumbsup]

looks like we may have some more snow this weekend

Yeah i saw that too , today was a great day at 65

I need this snow to hold up for a bit, got a new front stand I need to try out

i juat want it to hold up so i can ride more cold or hot  ;D

Somebody doesn't care...did you guys see this in the online T-D last w/e...Hanover County crazy!

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that is too much.

somebody had to get to work huh  [clap]

Saw a Red 900? yesterday on the 3200 block of Monument Ave. heading West with a backpack at around 4:45 pm.  Anyone here?  RVA Duc?

Nope i dont wear a back pack

new 821 cafe is gonna open up on tuesday. I will keep you guys posted and buy you a beer tho celebrate wy I have been busting my ass for the last 6 mos.

Brix - Looking forward to seeing it.

pushed back til tuesday night

Congrats A [clap] I need to stop in and check it out [beer]

a blip in style to boot!

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I swung by 821 while I was out riding this afternoon...the place looks great.  I had the Western omelette with grits on the side...perfect.  I'll be back to try the crab/spinach omelette soon.  Congrats on the new place.

I wanna try something @ 821. lets say moto twosday! park your bike in the lot behind 821 cafe ( 825 w. cary) lets all gawk at others rides and I throw a 10% discount on an item of your choice ! wanna do it every tuesday night

Hell yeah im down  [thumbsup]

what time you thinking brix?

the offer stands! During the summer I would say 6ish would be good.  Anyone see the rva cafe moto culture group on facebook? one guy has a sweet xs w/ an r6 front end!

Sounds great man , I looked that that bike but not a real good pic of it to get a close up

gonna try again this week! bike night @ 821 cafe MOTO TWOSDAY.  Anyone on a bike gets 10% of any one item 6-8

Bunch of SLACKERS in Richmond , nobody going to moto twosday.  [puke]

moto twosday @ 821 cafe 6-8. on a motorcycle or moped? park in back lot to oggle other peoples rides, and get 10% off any 1 item! represent!  825 w. cary st

please tell me someone dvr'ed the assen race! i goddamn missed it

Racing Underground is your friend ;D

Yes it is, if you can get an invite. 

Saw a white 696/1100 (not sure which couldn't make out the swingarm from where I was) headed East on the Downtown Expressway Saturday around 1 pm...got off on the Federal Reserve exit.  Anyone here?

BIKE NIGHT at 821 Cafe

Zooom and I stopped in for lunch last Thursday on our way to Charlotte.  Nice place.  Wish we could have stayed longer

bacon, nanner, and peanut butter sammich on toasted rye with a drizzle of honey was nummy too!

Hey brix821 gonna start up moto tuesday again ?

They posted Tuesday on their Facebook page that Bike Night is back.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/821-Cafe/272201948745 (https://www.facebook.com/pages/821-Cafe/272201948745)

Thanks Narflar

Just moved to the area.  Looking forward to seeing/meeting fellow ducatisti.  I was happy to see a yellow monster travelling west on hull the other day.

hey migs76, welcome to richmond,  what part of town ya live on ?

thanks rva!  i'm in midlo.  my development is a stone's throw from hull and genito.  i hope to make some of the get-togethers and meet some new people.  don't know a soul down here.  [laugh] 

Oh yeah huh , midlo is cool ,I live in north side in mechanicsville, this sunday is bikes in the bottom at poe's pub prob  1000 bikes or more show up there if interested, what do you ride ?

oh man i would totally go but i have a wedding back in jersey this weekend and wouldn't be coming home til late.  tuesday night bike night at the 821 sounds cool.  i'll definitely have to check that one out.  this is my ride.  still needs lots of goodies.

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Thats nice man, Looks real good, Yeah 821 cafe is great place. I havnt been in a while been real busy but maybe this week haha. This is mine. She has plenty of goodies.
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man, looking at your bike reminds me how much I need to do.  Got a tail chop sitting in a box for years.  A belly pan too.  But I can't put the damn thing on til I get rid of the damn udder.   :D

Tail chop always a plus man , need any help let me know man. Glad to help  [thumbsup]

werd!  I'm gonna take you up on that.  thanks!

Good to see some activity in this thread [clap]

I agree  ;D

I traded in my monster years ago for a sport touring bike.  I hated the thing so I just put a deposit down on the new Monster 1000 Evo  ;D

Maybe we can all hook up sometime.  I'm near Hull St and Chippenham Pkwy.

migs, that yellow monster you saw was probably my old one.   :-\   I miss that bike.

maybe once I'm all settled in perhaps a small gathering/install/wrench day at my house.  i can't exactly say when as i have a ton of boxes yet to get through.    [laugh]
count me in if some locals decide to meet up.

oh and if anyone ever needs an extra set if hands wrenching (car or bike), i'm always willing to help.

Anyone going to Poe's this sunday morning?

I used to live in RIC but now I'm up in MD. I'll actually be back in the area this week/weekend so if there's a meet going on at Poe's or anywhere, I'll try to be there....as long as you guys don't mind a bright ass yellow 748 showing up. Subscribing to this thread now.

what goes down at poe's?

Biker's Brunch, second sunday every month. Might be sorta lite attendance with Mother's day tomorrow tho.

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I've driven by that a few times and always said I should stop.  Never seen it on Sunday so I never knew about the bikes.  I'm gonna have to make it sometime.

I just got my bike delivered by Redline. 

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They had another one to deliver in Chesterfield.  Was it anyone on here?  Looked like a red Monster in the back of the truck.

sweet, narflar!

now who's going to show me some choice roads around here? 

I was just out past ya.  All the good roads are just out past you.  I put the first 100 miles on the bike today between 60 and 360 around Genito.  If it's nice next weekend I'd be happy to show you where I go.  I can't handle heat, today was brutal.  But I wasn't going to let a little heat stop me from having that 1st ride  [Dolph]

Bike looks good Narflar, Plenty of choice roads out here in Hanover/ King William where i  live come on down ill show ya round.

I've been doing a lot of work in Hanover the past few years and they got some great roads over there.  I just can't find a good way to get there other than a long trip up 95.

Well if your ever heading this way let me know  [Dolph]

It's a shame they are going to straighten out river road.  That's one of my favs

Yeah river road is great , I like Nelsons Bridge road too

i'm down for whatever!  if you want, i can lug my dslr.  i can snap some photos for ya while she still has the "new bike smell".


excellent!  anyone want to get a weekly or bi-weekly dinner thing going?  or mayhaps an early sunday ride?

Durring the week is no good for me due to work but I'm down for a Sunday ride.

That could have been mine (red 696). It went in for the 600 mile service around that time.

manaloEA...pinoy?

spotted a bunch of darks in the area as of late. 

1. one parked on hull near little ceasars/sherwin williams
2. on old hundred wearing hi-viz jacket and icon helmet
3. again on old hundred zipping past strayer univ.

hinde... well not really. i was born in Suffolk. Mom and dad came over.

Wow, you are perceptive. I've been up an down Hull street, but have only seen 2 other Ducs, a yellow 748 on Lucks Ln and a red (I believe) 1098 on Broad Street. But then again, most of my Hull Street riding has been toward Amelia.

I always see a yellow monster going up and down hull st.  I rarely ride hull st, just mainly side and back roads.  I hate all the lights.

it's all good.  1st gen as well and it sounds like you speak more tagalog than i do. lol


i hear you about the lights but i don't know any better.  i really need to get lost and find my way towards the blue ridge parkway.

Any rides in the Richmond area? Maybe we could organize our own...

There are a few clubs that meet up.  None are ducati specific.  I haven't been to any due to timing, they usually meet up during the week and that's always bad for me.

Yeah, during the week is difficult for me as well. I have this bad work habit.

Where were you two last Sunday for Poe's?  ;) You could have had lunch with some crazy Triumph and BMW pals of mine with fairly high I.Q.'s. My son knows a place at Ogden's Landing with killer Bloody Mary's too! Only one when riding...  8)

Since I'm already out past the 'burbs, usually Richmond holds little appeal, especially on the 796. As you know, I'm in Goochland CH and retired. I prefer to ride during the week when the roads are empty and the passing zones clear. If the precip. probability is 10% or less, I like to ride out to Nellysford/Wintergreen and have lunch here. Food is good, ale is passable. http://www.dbbrewingcompany.com/default.aspx (http://www.dbbrewingcompany.com/default.aspx) 93 octane pure gas available nearby too.

So if you want to get me out during the week..., consider this route which is about my limit. Roads are mostly decent, some areas with serious twisties. http://binged.it/LhgbUW (http://binged.it/LhgbUW)

Give me 24 hours notice if any interest. BTW, I may be old but I move at a "moderate" pace.  8)

I'll try to hit up Poes next month.  I was to busy playing with my new toy this past weekend.  Got the wife a Mini  ;D

What colors? I know the guy(s) who designed it at Gaydon before BMW stole it.  :'( Might still know the U.S. project manager at Woodcliff Lake if he hasn't moved on. Still know the Brand Manager for all BMW brands who's still up there. Long story..

Trust the wife will behave for a while now..., or was this toy really for you?  ;D

hehe, I wanted the new roadster but she wanted a back seat.  We agreed on a British Racing Green hardtop with black stripes.  It's a fun little car for sure. 

 [roll] Roughly the same color as my T-100 then?  ;) British enough I guess. They are built in Cowley, Oxford. Born here in fact: http://binged.it/LhvA7U (http://binged.it/LhvA7U)

I read a review of the Roadster recently, and they panned it...said you do better by light years in getting the regular CooperS...my Fiancee fell head over heels in love with the Countryman at the DC auto show in January of last year...so wehn Mini finally opened an access point dealer within a reasonable range from us last fall, we went and looked and now she has a Surf Blue Countryman S....I just wish it was a Manual trans personally, but there were much more well thought out and rational long term reasons for her as to why the flappy paddle auto was to be...

Ya, the roadster wasn't a smart choice by any means.  I drove it and fell in love with it though.  I've been wanting a two seat roadster for a long time and being tall has limited the options greatly.  Hell, the mini has so much legroom that I have to pull the seat up to reach the peddles.  I got the Auto also because of the wife but I will admit, it's a pretty good auto. 

That looks like a fun route. I might have to play hookie one day next week. Gotta check the schedule and talk to my boss.

Met up with some Richmond guys this morning and rode quite a bit of that route, although we ended up going a fair bit further west.  There's some pretty tasty roads out that way.

Yesterday would have been a good day for it. My Triumph mechanic had an opening and I've been waiting for him to do a couple of things, so I rode over to Hanover and took the backroads on the return via Montpelier. Not all the best roads until you get out here but a really nice day for a ride. Thought about Nellysford today but figured that everyone else would have the same idea and the brewery would be packed, so just took my fave loop to lunch in Powhatan and back.

This coming week looks rainy until the weekend on all three forecasts. Keep your eyes peeled for a break in the weather on both ends of that route. It can often be sunny down here and pouring on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Just let me know when you decide to play hooky. At least with that route, if you get tired, you can stay on Route 60 into Midlothian.

How much farther west? West of I-81?! There's a rumor of wild Indians out there, not to mention bears.  ;)

Saw a bunch of Monsters yesterday in Richmond.
A light blue monster parked along Carey street.
A gray-purple metallic sort of monster driving along Courthouse road.
A black monster parked on N main st.
A black monster driving somewhere around Monument.

I often see a custom painted monster parked by Davis and Carey st, but it wasn't there yesterday.

Does anyone know of any rides going on this weekend? Or better yet, would anyone like to get together saturday? Anyone know a good route that will not be crowded?

You missed a good ride yesterday.  ;D Still sore but will probably just take my lonely Triumph for a late lunch in Powhatan.

Saturdays tend to be thick traffic-wise but if you want a good lunch and some twisties farther out west, try http://binged.it/Mh4BcX (http://binged.it/Mh4BcX) You can come back on Rt. 6 if you don't want to just reverse course. This is near the brewery.  ;) http://binged.it/Mh5oux (http://binged.it/Mh5oux)

I haven't ridden the bit on Rt 56 between Buckingham and Lovingston since last summer, so can't comment on road conditions. On Rt. 29 there's an Excel station which is selling 93 non-ethanol BTW. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&q=10761+Thomas+Nelson+Hwy,+Lovingston,+VA (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&q=10761+Thomas+Nelson+Hwy,+Lovingston,+VA) See the picture so you know what to look for.

Where and when do you think you will be getting lunch. I was planning on riding out to Farmville, and then taking 60 back in. Maybe i can catch you on the way back.

For some reason I'm not getting e-mail notification from this thread. As it's 11:30, this probably won't reach you. However, I'll probably drop into Erin's ~ 2 PM and always park the bikes, Triumph in this case, out front under the tree. Have a good ride!

Farmville?  Must stop at Macados! 

Aargh... I missed you. I was on he way back and was in that area around 2:30. We'll try for another time.

Sounds like some good eats. According to Google maps, i could take Genito all the way out to the fringe of Farmville. Are you up for a road trip next weekend assuming the weather is ok?

Had you ridden through town, you'd have spotted the bike.  ;) http://erinsvillageeatery.com/index.htm (http://erinsvillageeatery.com/index.htm)

BTW, Farmville is not exactly my idea of a destination.  8) Took a long loop back which has some really good roads, not much traffic, and only one state trooper.  ;) You could have returned on Rt. 711 which is a lot nicer than Rt. 60. http://binged.it/MlEMZp (http://binged.it/MlEMZp) From Powhatan, Red Lane is also pretty good and drops you onto 711 as well.

Admittedly the weather is pretty changeable, but this early out, Poe's looks good for next Sunday. If the weather IS decent, my son will join me and afterwards we'll grab lunch up the road at Osborne Landing which has an OK basic menu but an absolutely KILLER Bloody Mary! ;) So, see what the weather gods do..., and be there..., BOTH of you!  ;)

Send me a pvt msg on Friday.  I work outa town so my weekends are my only time to get stuff done around the house.  I'll just have to play it by ear.

I plan on being at Poe's (barring any major weather event). What time do you expect to be there?

Spoke to my son yesterday as he was driving back from the Bonhams Auction at the Greenwich Concours which he covers for SCM. http://www.sportscarmarket.com/ (http://www.sportscarmarket.com/) Seems he has to attend this, so can't make it to Poe's. http://theeleganceathershey.com/ (http://theeleganceathershey.com/) I'll probably show up later then, ~ 10 AM.

Watch the weather though... One forecast has already switched to 20% thundershowers.  :( If it's more than 10% before Sunday evening, I'm not riding all the way down there. Fingers and toes crossed! The usual Triumph guys will likely show anyway and some may tag along to Osbornes Landing when the crowd breaks up at Poe's. I crave one of those spicy hot Bloody Mary's!  8) Would be nice to see a few more Ducatis. Turnout has been weak lately.

Weather is looking ok so far. Seems like it will be a hot one, but no rain. Hopefully the weather will hold out for Sunday.

Saw a red Monster in Bonair (close to Forest Hill Ave) this afternoon. Looked like a 2005, but not sure.

Redline has a ride planned to Poes on Sunday.  Last time they got rained out so might be a good showing of Ducs.  I'll try to make it, I'm just not a morning person  :P

;) Don't you just HATE "morning people"? Not fond of 90+F either, but...

Better set my alarm...

Ugg, early....hot.... going back to bed

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It was a great day for a ride Narflar. Sorry we missed you. It was fun trying to keep up with Curmudgeon on the back roads. Need to brush up on my high speed / high risk passing skills.  ;D

Moi??? 8) I'm a mellow old fart these days! Know how to ride a bike on the A4 in London traffic though.  ;)

Wish I'd taken another Bloody Mary "to go" though. Those are GOOD over there at Osborne Landing... Still thinking about the Vincent we saw at Poe's. Found this past auction. http://www.bonhams.com/auctions/17288/lot/263/ (http://www.bonhams.com/auctions/17288/lot/263/) Took a few digisnaps which I may upload later. PM me your e-mail address and I'll send you a few. Light was crap as usual..., but it beats lovely light and RAIN!!!  ;D

to hot for my tastes, the only way I could ride today was without gear and it sure wouldn't have been spirited then.  I'll catch up with you guys one day for sure. 

I was wearing my mesh jacket, and as long as we were doing 80... **ahem, cough cough... I mean as long as we were doing the speed limit, it was cool enough.   [Dolph]

Just kidding and giving you a hard time. I'm trying to plan my next sick day, to check out the place that Curmudgeon was talking about near Charlottesville. Are you able to play hookie one day from work? Mike_D also expressed interest in "taking leave" one day, although he will be traveling from the Williamsburg area.

I'm always willing to take a Friday off  ;D. 

So far, the Weather Channel has Friday as high of 80 and 10% chance of rain... perfect outlook for a ride. Let's keep an eye on that. Curmudgeon, does Friday sound like a good day to visit Wintergreen?

Sure. Friday is a long way off though with these unsettled conditions. Just watch all three forecasts closely. Right now it's good on both this end and the mountains. The brewery is here BTW. http://binged.it/N0PqoE (http://binged.it/N0PqoE) Just up the road is 93 pure gas too, of if they're out, the Excel on Rt. 29 had it ten days ago too.

BTW, was cool enough in full mesh pants, jacket and gloves today speaking for myself. It was warm..., but the REAL heat is yet to come. July and August in VA... Would be nice to get a few more breaks this summer.

Is the rider from Williamsburg an ironbutt? I'm good for ~ 200+ miles with breaks now and then. Got to take a hydration break occasionally...

He was willing to ride out and meet us, so I am assuming a bit of posterior fortitude...

At this point Friday still looks reasonable. Are you game? Would propose this route but you can return to Midlothian via 711 rather than return to Goochland. http://binged.it/LOU8AB (http://binged.it/LOU8AB) The first leg to the brewery is ~ 1:20 for lunch. Leave Goochland ~ 11 AM?

Let me know. I have a Triumph buddy who might tag along if he's free.

Well it seems that I have the best timing in the world. Friday is looking like a perfect day for a ride, and I came down with a  pretty bad cold. Oh well, TLC for me tonight, and I'll see how I feel in the morning.

No pressure. I like going out there occasionally anyway. Might go this Friday if my Triumph buddy plays hooky. We'll see.

Son's KLR broke down here this PM. Nothing simple. Might be a coil or CDI box. Had to run him back to Bon Air as he's on a plane to Florida at 8 AM to inspect some collector cars until Sunday. Right now you can't turn around in my garage.  ;) A KLR specialist he knows will pick it up with his trailer tomorrow. Son has been all over that bike since he bought it from a magazine editor last month. So, you see..., SH*T HAPPENS!  ;)

Took bike out for a few hours for lunch inbetween chores.  It really is a perfect day to be out.  On the way back someone on a black Streetfighter passed by me while I sat at a light.  He was going down courthouse and turned onto Newbys Bridge Rd.  The guy knows my route :P.  I would have followed but I had shit to do.

It wouldn't happen to be someone on here or an acquaintance?  You don't see a lot of Ducatis on Southside. 

Hmmm... You missed a good lunch. ManoloEA can tell you all about it.  8)
(http://gallery.leica-users.org/d/314003-1/Friday-Ride-1.jpg)

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ya, it was a great couple days.  I just got busy with other stuff but I forced myself to go out Sunday.  Glad I did, I'm seeing over 100 for Thurs this week...

Yes, it was a ton of fun. And lunch at the Devil's Backbone was really good... IPA's and IPL's... good stuff.

Narflar, we'll have to catch you on the next one. Keep your eyes on the weather and be ready to play hookie from work on some Friday.

Hmmm... No wonder Mike_D didn't tag along for our baby 200 mile twisty ride. He's a closet Ironbutt!  8)
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=20478.msg1074108#msg1074108 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=20478.msg1074108#msg1074108)

yeah, seems like he is just getting warmed up at 200 miles.

Anyone else going to Bikes in the Bottom on Sunday ~ 10 AM? At this point all three forecasts look dandy. I'll probably ride the T-100 in as I took the 796 last month.

ManaloEA?  ;)

Assuming the sky doesn't suddenly break loose, I should be there around 10

I'll be there by 11. 

It was certainly nice to finally meet you today and have a good chat! Use the e-mail on my card if you have any other questions. One of these days you'll have to play hooky and join ManoloEA and me for a ride out to Wintergreen. Given the forecast, I may do that next Thursday when the weather looks as nice as today's at this point. ManoloEA?  ;)

Took the long way home and spotted a Dino twice! Must have had the same idea and used the same roads!  8)

Good times for sure, and when I got home I cleaned my chain  ;D

Good lad!  ;) Did it run a lot smoother? Did it eliminate the noise you heard? Inquiring minds want to know!  8)

not sure, after I spoke to you about the noise I didn't hear it on the way home.  You were probably right about it not being the chain but the last time I hear a sound like that was from the chain driven cams of a Honda...  Only got one chain now so that's where I started.  Still a mystery, hopefully it doesn't come back.

Since you said that it disappeared when you disengaged the clutch, that more or less eliminated the final drive in my feeble mind. More likely the clutch breaking in, since your miles are still low. Mine howled intermittently until ~ 1,200 miles. Different clutch than your EVO, but close enough maybe.

Ok... ok... I know, being the poster boy of dirty, failing chains is a big resopnsibility.  ;) LOL.

I figure my absence would earn me at least a little bit of ribbing.  [bang]

In any case, hopefully I will have the Duc back soon. And will try to clear the calendar for Thursday. That IPA sounds really good right about now. Stay tuned, hopefully the weather will hold out.

Already the forecast is changing. As of tonight, Wednesday is looking better between the three major forecasts. See how they look after the rain passes tomorrow. I'm up for IPA alright!  [drink]

Keeping my eyes on the weather.  8)

Let's hope those shades are appropriate.  ;)

I hope this went to a Ducatisti!

http://www.wtop.com/120/3220264/Winning-217-million-Powerball-ticket-sold-in-Virginia (http://www.wtop.com/120/3220264/Winning-217-million-Powerball-ticket-sold-in-Virginia)

Well, it wasn't me, I'm still here.   :'(

Funny!

If you had, I'd be looking for one hell of a lunch next time! 8)

With 200 mil, we'd be having bloody mary's in Borgo Panigale.

Bikes-in-the-Bottom at Poe's Pub, 10 AM tomorrow. Bloody Mary's there or at Osborne Landing afterwards. Most of the lads rode up to Morton's for the open house and free food today. I passed.

Given the weather, turnout should be good tomorrow, so lots of interesting bikes on view for any not familiar. http://binged.it/130B8IO (http://binged.it/130B8IO)

Anyone going tomorrow? I'll be there if the roads dry out early enough. Probably on the T-100 though as another rider wants to try my shocks.

I can't, gotta do mom stuff.  Fully prepped to go until the wife reminded me what day it was.

On a side note...  I headed out to redline for some warranty work and took the long way home via the ferry and 460.  I was looking to have dinner at the VA diner.  Diner was closed, no power, and I forgot how boring 460 was.  Got a ticket from trying to make it interesting  :-\.  200+ mile ride so I'm blaming my sore ass for making me go faster.

Great day today though, currently at Lamplighter enjoying a coffee.  I think the impending storm scared off most the bikes that are usually here in the morn.

(http://i.imgur.com/7UaL64fs.jpg) (http://imgur.com/7UaL64f)

All lonely :(

Sorry about the ticket. My son and I came back that way from the Port of Norfolk a couple of months ago. There is some well-known BBQ place on that route though I believe. Yes, booooring...

Not familiar with that coffee shop as I live in Goochland and avoid Downtown except for the monthly Poe's gathering. Houston is having his vintage, classic (mainly Jap) bike show next weekend though. Everything shows up there for a look-see. That's on 711 not far from 288 if you're interested. My son will probably be judging, so I'll go if the weather's OK. You can't miss the place as the mailbox is a motorcycle. 8) Will get details tomorrow.

Touch wood, I've had no  [leo] difficulties riding west of here over to the BRP as long as I tip-toe through towns on Rt. 6. Maybe you should ride west more often, get a Sargent saddle..., or both. ;)

That was your excluse last Hallmark card day too. Can't you bring her along in your lunch box?! ;) You could tempt her with Eggs Benedict and Bloody Marys...

Here in town I can hear Harleys in the distance..., but they are about to get wet! (It was sunny briefly earlier...)

I made reservations for bunch not realizing it was the 2nd sunday.  Oh well....  There are always next month.  I'm just glad I finally got out for a good ride.  And yes, I need to ride more and much more out west.  I'm gonna send my seat in to a guy in FL who changes up the foam.  He did my ST1300 and it changed the bike.  Much cheaper than a whole new seat too.

I'll try to check out the show next weekend.  Sounds like a good time.

The Sargent is also flatter. Maybe have your guy take a look at that too. Not flat mind you, but flatt-er. Still not perfect but my candy ass can cover more miles on it with fewer breaks.

Not sure just who will turn out for Houston's show, but you might find someone to ride with. My pace may no longer be up to yours. I'll post details here when I get them. Last year I believe it was on a Saturday.

heh, I'm slow.  Plus I don't need anymore tickets.  I had a Sargent before and it was better but not good enough to make me wanna go back.  I'm gonna send mine off before I decide to throw down the cash for a whole new seat.

www.greatdaytoride.com (http://www.greatdaytoride.com) is where I sent my last seat and it turned out great.

Checked with Houston today as he was passing out flyers. It's next Sunday from 10 to 3 PM with judging starting at noon. No reason to show before 11 AM IMO and last year it was winding down after ~ 2:30. Lots of riders I know came and went. All kinds of bikes. Not as crowded as a big day at Poe's, but lots of shade. It's on 711. I came home that way today.

It's on this piece of property. http://goo.gl/maps/8B1DC (http://goo.gl/maps/8B1DC) You really can't miss it as the mail box is a motorcycle! ;) I guess we'll hear you coming now... ;D

rain is looking pretty crappy and the radar has it still coming right over where the show is.  I'll keep an eye on the radar.  If it clears up around 11 or so I may head out.

How's parking there?  Is it even worth going with all this sogginess?  I road by yesterday to get an idea where it was and I assume everything is in a field.

So, the radar is looking worse and worse.  I don't wanna get caught out in the storms heading in so I'm gonna pass.  Yesterday was a great day to be out though  [thumbsup]

Agreed. The weather stinks. I'll post here if there's a rain date. Next weekend looks possible at this point. The weather has been a yo-yo for the past two months.

There's enough room on the property for quite a few bikes. The show bikes go in the front yard and parking is outside the fence. Wouldn't hurt to bring a pad for your side stand though. Last year the show was in the autumn and the weather was perfect. Can't win 'em all.

Saw the sun yesterday and did my lunch loop when the local forecast put the rain off until the late PM. On Thursday it REALLY let loose here at 4 PM and I sure didn't need a storm like THAT!

A couple of roads on this loop are entertaining if you don't know them. I was on 711 myself yesterday. Only saw one State  [leo]. http://binged.it/14BtvsT (http://binged.it/14BtvsT) Had lunch ~ 2 PM at the http://www.thecountyseat.com/ (http://www.thecountyseat.com/) on the porch which is relaxing. When the weather breaks and you get an itch, send me a PM and I'll give you my mobil # and we can meet for lunch. If that's too boring, keep heading west to Cartersville on that road and turn south to Rt. 60 there. Makes a nice ride unless the school busses are out. ;D

No idea what happened to Eugene. Hope he didn't move! Last weekend the weather was fine for B-in-the-B. Saw this which made me itch for my old RS version of the same bike!
(http://gallery.leica-users.org/d/352118-1/1978-R100S-Motorsport.jpg)

Unfortunately, I was busy all weekend. It was great weather though. Will have to catch up with everyone next month.

The rain date for this event is now next Sunday, 6/2/13, same times as before. I'll probably roll in ~ 11 AM. Pass the word!

Reminder! Bikes-in-the-Bottom at Poe's is next Sunday, 6/8. Current forecast is a go..., but in this air mass... ??? If it's clear, I'll be there for my Bloody Mary! ;)

Narflar made it to the vintage bike show yesterday. The rain held off until afterwards thankfully. Hit here hard about 4 PM. Some snaps here: http://www.hogwildphotography.com/Motorcycles/Classic/29781282_k2j8jz#!i=2551967219&k=XnFgCQC (http://www.hogwildphotography.com/Motorcycles/Classic/29781282_k2j8jz#!i=2551967219&k=XnFgCQC)

Nice pics Curmudgeon. Thanks for sharing. And as fate would have it again, I will be out of town this weekend.

Oh, boo!  Keep this up and you're going to get really thirsty!  8)

Not my snaps..., but he DID get the T-100 in there. :)

Well I guess that explains how you were in one of the pictures.

Yeah, those bloodies are calling my name. I gotta free up the schedule, the well is running dry.

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Black and orange monster at 821 this morn.  Who was it? 

I was gonna ride in but the wife was hurting from a ride yesterday.   I'm at 821 almost every week.  Good place to meetup/hang.

Red M1100S at Bikes-in-the-Bottom in front of Poe's Pub this AM. Anyone here? Was there for two hours but never saw the owner with the bike.

Crap, I completely forgot about Bikes in the Bottom yesterday.  I did take the bike out on some of my fav roads WEST of richmond.  A zig zag route between Genato and Hull St.  Lots of twisty and next to no traffic.

You need a calendar on the fridge or pantry door with each 2nd Sunday marked.  8) No rain dates unfortunately.

Since neither of my pals showed, I could have followed you over there and we could have had lunch on the porch in Powhatan. http://www.fourseasonspowhatan.com/ (http://www.fourseasonspowhatan.com/) and  http://www.fourseasonspowhatan.com/s/cc_images/cache_4017798904.jpg (http://www.fourseasonspowhatan.com/s/cc_images/cache_4017798904.jpg) They are open on Sundays and never crowded.

My son knows those roads you mentioned but was in Germany this weekend. He always goes to B-in-the-B and takes his LT when it's cold. I usually take the T-100 over there because those forks are valved for Richmond potholes...  :)

No idea what happened to Eugene and Christian. Certainly no weather issues yesterday!

On a Saturday AM, if you're bored and can get up early, ride over here too. THEY have rain dates!  [roll] http://carsandcoffeerichmond.com/Calendar.aspx (http://carsandcoffeerichmond.com/Calendar.aspx)

How did I never know about C&CR?  Oh well, I'll have to check it out one week.  This weekend the wife will have her wisdom teeth out so I'm Mr Nurse. 

I've been meaning to stop at Four Seasons.  My usual stop in Powatan is the little cafe called Erin's Village Eatery https://plus.google.com/109096681029203889591/about?rfmt=s&hl=en&gl=us which is usually followed up by a slice of Buttermilk Pie at the County Seat.

Indeed. I alternate a loop I like to ride with one or other of those places. I'm boring though. Cobb Salad at Erin's and Courthouse Club at the County Seat. Prefer to sit outside at both. Something like this: http://binged.it/14GvMCr (http://binged.it/14GvMCr)

Erin's last Memorial Day.
(http://gallery.leica-users.org/d/311423-1/Memorial-Day-Lunch-1.jpg)

Since I'm not getting any notifications from the DMF for the past two weeks, not sure anyone will see this..., BUT..., Bikes in the Bottom at Poe's Pub in Richmond is this Sunday 4/13 between ~ 8 AM and 10:30 AM. The weather looks great at ths point and the April informal gathering is usually the best-attended all year. If my right hip is OK, I'll be there for my Bloody Mary and no doubt my son will show up on the Paul Smart he bought or his K1100LT.

So..., if you're local and happen to read this..., don't miss it!  [thumbsup]

Since forum notifications seem to be working again..., just a reminder that Bikes-in-the-Bottom is on tomorrow from ~ 8 AM - 10+ AM. Will try to haul myself out of the sack and miss the F1 race.  :'( No excuses about Mother's (Hallmark card) Day from the rest of you!  [roll]

Another DMF renegade was there yesterday with his wife, he on a new EVO limited edition and his wife on an Aprilia. Gave him a flyer for Houston Smith's bike show on Rt. 711 which is on for June 1st, 10 AM - 3 PM. Can't for the life of me recall his DMF handle or name, (Halfsheimers). Anyway, snaps from last year here. http://www.hogwildphotography.com/Motorcycles/Classic/ (http://www.hogwildphotography.com/Motorcycles/Classic/)

As long as the weather gods cooperate..., I'll be there!  ;) Who else???

Unfortunately, I will be out of town at that time. Will have to catch up another weekend.

Nice for you to surface finally.  8) Chip asked about you yesterday. We thought you'd moved back to Delaware! ??? Send us a mail and tell us what's been going on since last summer.

I'll probably check it out if the weather holds that w/e.

Hey guys,

M1100 Evo owner here, I currently live in RVA. Looking to catch up with other Monster riders in the area to ride. I know every sunday there is a group ride the meets at the Carillon at noon (Reddit RVAMotorcycles group). I met Curmudgeon a few weeks back at Poe's Pub, see you on Sunday at the vintage show.

Hopefully Narflar will show up as he dropped by briefly last year. He's riding a black EVO. I'll probably ride the 796 over because I rode the T-100 last year. It's nearer to the door.  8)

Narflar, Narflar!!!  ;)

Not to jinx us but the weather is looking ideal..., so no excuses!

If my Triumph Mechanic shows up, I'll introduce you. They made him Pres. of the BMW Club because it really isn't BMW, but almost everything else European too. He probably rides fast enough for you. I might on a good day.  :) That club also meets in Richmond which is a turnoff for me since I usually head west from here toward the mountains and empty, nice roads... http://www-rbmwr-com.rmctools.com/ (http://www-rbmwr-com.rmctools.com/) My son says some of these guys ride a bit slow...

We can talk about this on Sunday. And bear in mind that Bikes-in-the-Bottom is EVERY 2nd Sunday of the month at Poe's. Turnout is usually even better than last month when you dropped by. Depends on the wearher naturally.

Sounds good to me. I was a member of the Richmond Riders for awhile, great bunch of guys. I sold my GS and 748 and took a breather as wife and I went back to Japan for quite awhile. Now we're back, new Duc in the stable and looking at a Multistrada for a cross country tour.

Weather is going to be superb this weekend, can't wait to get out and refill my road rage tank from Virginia drivers not knowing what turn signals are or what the term "yield" actually means.

Funny...  [roll] If you mean that they always stop in the middle of the road, even to make a right turn..., yes indeed, I find that pretty curious. Consider it a challenge to figure out what they are going to do next..., before THEY do.  ;D

Heh. What's with these guys never "missing their turn", instead stopping in the middle lane waiting for traffic to pass on the left before making their obvious missed turn? Don't they teach them that they can do a u-turn up ahead and circle back here? Mindboggling.

I am greatly comforted by others observing how incredibly awful VA drivers are.  They somehow manage to be slow and dangerously reckless at the same time.  Although I have now live in (No)VA for 11+ years, I will never become a "VA driver".

Buy the Multistrada. The only danger is that you might find yourself riding the Monster a LOT less.

Well, for some reason I'm not getting any email notifications for this thread or PMs.  So, I've been out of the loop. 

I'll check my settings...

Anyway, bike is at Richmond Superbike.  Needed belts and an oil change.  I'll be picking her up tomorrow (Saturday).  Should be good riding weather.  Anyone up for a ride?

Does the Pope shit in the woods?! Hell yeah I'm up for a ride!

Not a bad description! I've got a few theories but the subject might merit a doctoral thesis.  :)

I'm 1/3 of the way to Charlottesville from Richmond and while there ARE still a few slow drivers out here, the pace of traffic picks up quite a bit. In fact, some of the pickups out here approach warp speed and even make good "rabbits" for the  [leo] when I'm out on one of the bikes. Go figure!

Well look at that, I got an email....


I'll probably grab some lunch at 23rd & Main or Propper Pie after I pick up the bike.  So I'll be in the Church Hill area.  I'm up for whatever.  All the roads I know are west of richmond but I'm up to getting lost anywhere.   [laugh]


Kirigakure, I take it from your bike you're the same guy that messaged me on Reddit?

Notifications were down for a month or more but DP appears to have fixed them. Try logging out and back in as well.

Houston's show is on SUNDAY. I'll probably arrive ~ 11 AM and stay a while if they give me a lawn chair.  ;) Why don't you ride out again and see whether you can interest anyone? You KNOW the best riding is WEST from there anyway. My favorite ride is out Cosby Rd. west of Rt. 522 all the way to Cartersville. There are other loops across the river north of there. I usually do them during the week though when they are empty...

That the same show as last time?  The motorcycle mailbox?

Exactly!  ;)

Outstanding, I'll see what I can do!

Whoa, did I? I don't remember (but hey, I'm 44 and have already forgotten what I ate for breakfast). I have the '13 M1100 Evo 20th Anni btw.

hah, no worries.  I got a msg on reddit from a guy in richmond with an aniversary edition as well.  (your bike is in your signature  :P)

Hmmm, not really surprising that the problem seems to get worse the closer to DC you get. That being said, DC drivers are maybe a bit better than NoVA drivers. I'm from Michigan originally and grew up with the idea that it is a driver's responsibility to use the road "efficiently" aka stay out of other people's way.

Was it in asking for help in removing my charcoal/vapor canister? Because I need help with that! I got the actual Ducati euro bolts and washers, the 2 into 1 tube and even the euro shroud to replace the one on there holding the can. Kind of lost if I have to pull the tank off or something like that.

Just someone with an Aniversary Evo looking for people to ride with. 

That evap canister removal is easy.  I did it on mine soon after buying it.  Just remove the tank skins, not the tank.  You'll see the breather hose on the left side of the tank leading down to the canister.

Yeah, I remember now. It was me!

So the screws go into the cylinders heads once I pull off the hoses (use washer and Loctite, right?) and then the t-hose connector connects to where? That's where I'm lost.

You'll have 2 tubes coming from the tank.  One is the overflow, the other is a vent.   The vent goes to the canister, the overflow goes down the side to the bottom of the bike.  I T'd the vent to the overflow. 

You'll then have one tube from each cylander going to the canister.  I pulled the tubes and put little vacume caps where they connect to the heads.  But you can leave the tubes and just plug them with a screw.

http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=2514.15 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=2514.15)
This is the set of instructions I used.   About half way down it shows the nipples going to the evap and mentions the T fitting for the fuel vent/overflow lines. 

if I had my bike here I'd take a photo for you.  lol

I do have photos!!

http://goo.gl/3hNBHi (http://goo.gl/3hNBHi)

You must be kidding... just the density of cabbies in DC plunges their average below NoVa

Oh man, massively helpful! Thanks!

That's a decent point, but I think my point still stands if we're only talking "civilians".  At least the cab driver might be driving 17 mph because he is saving a few pennies on gas, trying to run up the meter or desperately looking for a fare. I may not like it, but at least there's a plausible explanation. When it's a new 7-series with a 40-something year old driver going 17 mph, I am completely befuddled.

A reminder that Bikes-in-the-Bottom is this coming Sunday at Poe's, 9:30ish to 11ish. Weather might be OK in the morning. Too early to say. I'll probably ride in if showers hold off until mid-afternoon. Who else is game?

I'll be there for sure, see you there!

I'll try.  Weather and schedule permitting.

OK, I'll be there. Riding the Triumph though.

Rain should hold off until late. Only TWC can't make up it's mind. WU and NWS both say rain late.

Son had to run down to NC this afternoon on a "mission" and says "Hello" but won't be back until Tuesday now. Bummer...

Where is Eugene?!  ???

OK, Sunday is Bikes-in-the-Bottom. Looks hot but dry at least until after 2 PM according to the NWS. I'll try to show by 10 AM unless it's scorching early. Anyone else coming?

I'll be there!

Getting some great riding in this summer. Man what a day to be riding on the twisties around Nellysford from Richmond. Devil's Backbone brewery run! Curmudgeon's Pantah-skinned 796 and 2x M1100 20th Anniversary (#93 and #119).

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Thanks for posting! Maybe you should post the other local ride reports here from your other RVA Ducati group too.  ;)

Just so I don't forget to post this later, Houston's Japanese and other makes show and Concours will be on Sunday, May 31st this year. Weather cooperating, I'll be there, so circle the date on your calendars now. No excuses for not giving adequate warning!  8) Attendance has been pretty good the last couple of years with lots of interesting bikes coming and going, not just the bikes on display. Wish that rider with the HRD/Vincent who dropped by Poe's last Sunday would come as he'd definitely win the European class and I could get some better snaps!  :)

Thanks for the update, I even saw a flyer about this and still forgot.  Going on my calendar right now.

Good deal! Hopefully you'll have no household emergencies again. ;D  Maybe even Eugene will make it and the weather will be kind. I'm fairly sure Scott will make it as long as he's got no conflicts. It did seem last year that people had ridden down from NoVA and up from Williamsburg/Newport News/Norfolk as well.

Huston has my son down for judging the concours again. He moved down to Augusta, GA in the fall but said he'd try to come up if he's not too busy or putting out fires. He knows I'll put him up and buy him a good meal. :) That's still 13 - 14 hours of driving as I did that run last month before The Masters when Augusta gridlocks for a week. TBD...

Just a reminder, the show is tomorrow, 5/31/15, 10AM - 3PM. 20% precipitation probablity. Scott is coming. I may drive the Defender over so as not to jinx the rest of you!  ;D

If you're anywhere near Richmond, Virginia this Friday, July 17, swing by McCormack's Big Whisky Grill from 7-9pm. Classified Moto will be taking over Mac's amazing West End bar and unveiling three of their latest builds.

Yup, see you there!

Sweet man. I'll have a black and red S4R......

Just wanted to chime in here.  I am newer Monster owner here in RVA.  Picked up a second hand 01 M750 earlier this year.  Do you guys still get together?

Thanks,
Jeff

You might want to see whether Scott is still working at Scoot Richmond, 1100 EVO and MTS rider. Scott may know what's going on "in town" this time of year. I don't make the PM gatherings due to wild life out here west of town in the boonies. On nice weather 2nd Sundays, I will ride into Poe's ~ 10 AM for Bikes-in-the-Bottom though. Haven't lately...

I'm still at Scoot, do I know you Jeff? Is this THE Jeff?! I know a Jeff who recently got an '01 750.   ;)

We ride every Sunday at noon, kickstands up at 12:15. Meetup location is the paddleboat lake near Byrd Park, across from the tennis courts (Fountain Lake). We meet in front of the boathouse. We have some amazing routes that we ride, come join us!

Just had a notice that the previously postponed Central Virginia Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Show will be held as before from 10 AM to 3 PM on August, 21st 2016 at Houston's place, 1885 VA Rte. 711 west of Rte. 288. Can't miss it as there's a motorcycle ridden by a stuffed animal or other on top of the mailbox.  ;D

Hoping for decent weather. At least there's shade under the trees and usually sodas and eats on sale. This is the 5th iteration of the show and turnout has been growing each year.

Headcount anyone?  :)

As usual I'll try to be there.  I'll be coming back from Myrtle Beach either that Sat or Sun so it depends on how tired I am.

Bump, FWIW, but looking like a wash-out, so watch the radar. Might just drive the car over if it isn't raining at 11:00 AM. Sometimes there are interesting bikes on display.

There's a group of folks from the RVAMotorcycles FB group that are meeting at 9:30am at the Sheetz across from Mission BBQ on Broad and then riding over.  Weather? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

NB. After last year with two conflicting shows to confuse matters, Houston Smith is doing it as before in the traditional way. May the weather cooperate on September 10th!   ;) Not on farcebook myself but the only online notice lives here: https://www.facebook.com/Central-Virginia-Classic-and-Vintage-Motorcycle-Show-456531407754152/ (https://www.facebook.com/Central-Virginia-Classic-and-Vintage-Motorcycle-Show-456531407754152/)

The FB page has this for its homepage: http://centralvavintageshow.homestead.com/index.html. <edit> Doesn't seem to be updated, however.

Houston relies on others to put anything online. If he owns a PC, it's probably Win 95.  ;D That date and time should be OK. Long range forecast is great..., but this is VA!  ;)

I have been trying to get to a Bikes and Breakfast event for a while, and I am finally going to do it Sunday morning. I might head down to this event after if I can muster up a good route.

Haven't been to Bikes-in-the-Bottom at Poe's Pub for over a year, so not sure who comes these days. Traffic has gotten crazy on my ride home. Crazies!

From Poe's, Main St. to Cary St. Rd. to Huguenot Rd. to Robious Rd. (Rte. 711) to the mailbox with the bike on top of it.  ;) No more scenic way I can think of. At least the weather looks nice. Missed Irma getting up here by two days.

What are you riding? Might drive the Defender so that I can bring a camp chair. Will shoot for noon and hang around for a couple of hours.

Here's a bill which has just been filed. Never seen this problem nearly as pronounced as it is in VA. Suggest you mail your local House delegate to support it if/when it gets to the floor. Mine is already onboard. http://lis.virginia.gov/cgi-bin/legp604.exe?191+sum+HB2193 (http://lis.virginia.gov/cgi-bin/legp604.exe?191+sum+HB2193)

Done!  No idea if this applies to surface roads (it says "highway"…) but the crews maintaining the linear park on Monument Ave in Richmond do a pretty good job of making it treacherous as hell.

You're good to go.  ;) From the VA code:

“Highway” means the entire width between the boundary lines of every way or place open to the use of the public for purposes of vehicular travel in the Commonwealth, including the streets and alleys, and, for law-enforcement purposes, (i) the entire width between the boundary lines of all private roads or private streets that have been specifically designated “highways” by an ordinance adopted by the governing body of the county, city, or town in which such private roads or streets are located and (ii) the entire width between the boundary lines of every way or place used for purposes of vehicular travel on any property owned, leased, or controlled by the United States government and located in the Commonwealth. (emphasis added)

Agreed. Not a weekend road rolls by without having to wade through several stretches of grass clippings. It's never annoyed me enough to wish for a law, but I can't say I'm surprised there's proposed legislation. Thanks for pointing it out.

Finally made it down to 821 Cafe last Sunday

If you're in or around Richmond, there's a fairly new (on the 2nd year) weekly meetup event that is pretty decent:

RVA Bikes & Coffee
Every Sunday, starting at 10:00 am
Starbucks side lot 5001 Huguenot Rd, Richmond, VA 23226
(in between the Virginia Eye Institute and Starbucks)

Typically 50-60 bikes, nice mix with a bunch of Ducati. Waffle truck provides food and coffee/hot chocolate usually most Sundays, but Starbucks right there if that suits your fancy.

More info on the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pg/rvabikesandcoffee

I'm there mot every Sunday, on either my M1100 EVO or Multistrada. Say hi if you come out.

Bump from the dead…

Need to know who can we trust to work on Ducatis in the Richmond area.