Don’t you? I mean, seriously! How great is that hot dog?

First National Franks

I have to thank my dear friend Bill for tipping me off to the giant hot dog. I had no idea it existed. And now… my life is complete.

First National Franks
3147 Route 112
Medford, NY, 11763

Let’s cut to the chase. I think the Hayabusa is and always was an unattractive motorcycle. Yes, I am sure that everyone that owns one loves it. I’m sure that they are great 2 up with bags for a little bit of the sport-touring. They’ve got power for days. But… I don’t know. They just look so… so…bulbous.

Maybe it all stems back to my dislike of birds. The Hayabusa is after all named after the Peregrine Falcon that can dive at speeds near 200mph. That is officially my worst nightmare – a lice-infested, scaly legged beast that you can’t outrun.

The bike show in New York City featured a gallery of show bikes, many of which were Hayabusas that were customized within an inch of their lives. This little kitty was a standout; Roaring Thunder. Somewhere Sigfried and Roy are feeling a special tingle all over.

White Tiger Hayabusa

Kitty likes to scratch. Meow, fft fft.

This post if nothing without you: Roaring Thunder – Was it a standout for good reasons or bad?

While at the International Motorcycle Show in New York City, Rodney Aguiar’s BMW custom R80ST called “Envy” caught my eye. The sexy unencumbered look of the rear wheel with it’s shaft drive and no fender or subframe, retro pan-style saddle and angular tank create an intriguing mix of new and old that is very appealing. Round that all out with the GSX-R front end with low, wide slung bars like a Monster and I bet it’s a great ride.

Show Card Details:

Bike: 1983 BMW R80ST
Owner/Builder: Rodney Aguiar

• Futuristic sheet-metal fuel tank
• GSX-R750 front end
• BMW R1100 Paralever singlesided swingarm
• FMF RM250 exhaust silencers
• Paint and striping by Mike Maldonado and Jimmy C
• Custom-fabricated frame

From the Story: “I built them because no one else uses BMWs to create custom bikes”

Featured in Cycle World Magazine October 2009

Avarice, envy, pride,
Three fatal sparks, have set the hearts of all
On Fire.
Dante Alighieri, The Divine Comedy

The UPS Fairy came to my office today and dropped off a pair of Gerbing’s Microwire T5 heated gloves. These were a belated Christmas present courtesy of my mom & pop. Isn’t it just like a mom to always want to make sure that you’re dressed warmly enough?

Preliminary Findings

• They don’t feel super bulky, which is what I hate about winter riding gloves. When my hands become desensitized by a glove it drives me nuts.

• The wrist can be tightened with a velcro strap, to help secure fit and keep out drafts. The gauntlet has a pull string for cinching closed over your jacket sleeve.

• The quality of the materials is very nice. With leather palms, fingers and knuckles the gloves appear to be well made. It is what you would expect from Gerbing’s.

• The connection with the Gerbing’s liner that I already have appears to be as easy as pie. The sleeve of the liner has a zipper-enclosed jack connector on the forearm that plugs into the glove. No crazy spaghetti wiring. Score!

I’m looking forward to giving them a test ride this weekend. So far, Sunday is looking like it is going to be sunny and in the 30’s. Between the heated gloves and my handlebar muffs, I should have the toastiest digits in all the land!

Do you have any experience with these gloves? Let’s hear about it!

The Art of Rebellion

From the first time I laid eyes on a Confederate motorcycle, I have been completely fascinated with their design aesthetic. The Hellcat, the Wraith and the P-120 Fighter Combat all exude a post-apocalyptic, minimalistic and menacing feel that I am drawn to. They appear to be masculine, unforgiving and aggressive. The Art of Rebellion? Yes, please! Unfortunately with their high profile price tags I don’t foresee ever owning any one of these hand built works of art, but a girl can dream.

More Information:

• P120Fighter.com
• Confederate on Twitter
• Confederate.com
• Confederate Motograph Blog