Feb 28, 2011
As we mentioned in a prior post, the blog has opened itself up to a few “guest editors” that have something to say and or just want to experiment with writing about their passion, that being motorcycles. The newest contributor is Steve Ross. While Steve is a “newby” to writing blog articles and expressing himself in a public forum, he is an experienced rider with a rich history (and we hope some cool stories). Here is some insight into Steve.
I started riding bikes when i was around 10 years old when my old man bought me a little yz 80 yamaha. Man i was cool riding around the neighborhood and the local dirt lots with that bike for sure. But part of anyones life who has spent time around motorcycles knows, your always looking for that new experience or level of knowledge about our bikes. So when i got a little older and could hang around my dad and his buddies while they were fixing bikes in the garage, i would watch how they kick started there bikes. It was just cool. First they had to prime the carbs, then get it up on compression and then start kickin… till it would start. Which sometimes could take quite a bit of effort. That always fascinated me. I remember one day in particular a buddy of my dad was over and i was scoping out his bike and he told me if i could start it, i could ride it! Well, i started that bike and off I road, like a bat out of hell! I was hooked ! I was around 14 then and now 30+ years later I’m still riding and kicking! I love motorcycles and the pepole that come with them.
Well, Steve, welcome to the blog. We look forward to having your observations, comments and insights into your life.
