Tuesday, September 30, 2008

MY TRIP, ONE DAY AT A TIME



Day #1

I quietly "Thumped" out of the Sunflower State early Tuesday morning, specifically Hutchinson. (Thumperville) It was quite cool, with the 40* temp making my heated jacket feel really good. It was a beautiful day to ride, with light winds and warming temps.

I arrived in Batesville Arkansas about 4:30 this afternoon, after riding just over 500 miles. Arkansas highway 14 is a scenic, twisty road, and well worth the time to ride.

On Wednesday morning I will once again be riding highway 14, headed towards Birmingham, Alabama, and the Barber Motorcycle Museum.


Stay tuned for Day #2.

4 comments:

Buellv@gmail.com said...

congratulations! hope you enjoy the Thumper Cafe. Keep the stories coming...photos too. REX

Virginia said...

Mike - Love the picture of the motorcycle in front of the sunflowers. Can't wait to hear more about your adventures!

Kip said...

Hey Dad, I got the sparkplug changed in my KLR today. I also changed the oil as well. Sure do wish I was on the Thumpercafe with you instead of being back here in Thumperville, USA. Can't wait to see the pics and hear all of the stories at our next "bored" meeting on Tues. Be careful we will see you on Tues. P.S. Jake and Connor miss you and send their love. Kip

Unknown said...

Mike, Looks like a wonderful trip. Your pictures and commentary are great! I was one day from going with you, but once the announcement of Wachovia being bought out and the crazy markets and economy put a stop to it. Oh well, there is always an upcoming Thumper Cafe. Most likely however, not the great roads! Ron