Yearly Archives: 2013

Riding the new 2013 BMW 1200 GS

Posted on April 13, 2013 by cesardagord

The 2013 BMW 1200 GS represents a major development in the evolution of this very successful motorcycle. Perhaps it is the largest step since 1979-80 when the first GS was introduced to the market. I was glad that EMCWOR offered … Continue reading →

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Getting Acquainted with the 2013 Multistrada

Posted on March 31, 2013 by cesardagord

Each time I take the Multistrada out for a ride I like it better.  After the first set of rides I reported here I have taken my Multistrada out another three times and I have also ridden my Triumph 800XC … Continue reading →

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2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Pikes Peak – First Ride

Posted on March 15, 2013 by cesardagord

As you have guessed from my previous two posts, I chose the Multistrada as my next step from the Streetfighter. I picked it up Saturday morning, March 9th, a nice sunny day making it a great way to start this … Continue reading →

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180° South, Economics, Alaska, Marshall Islands, and my new Motorcycle

Posted on March 8, 2013 by cesardagord

Last Friday I finally met my new motorcycle when I stopped by the European Motorcycles of Western Oregon (EMCWOR) to start its paper work process.  Beautiful and shiny under a bright and sunny March day, there it was waiting for … Continue reading →

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The Ducati Streetfigher 848 and the Stockholm Syndrome

Posted on February 26, 2013 by cesardagord

A look back at my 2012 Riding Season  The 2012 riding season was an extraordinary riding season for me. I mostly rode a bike that is completely different than what I traditionally ride.  A bike that pushed my road riding … Continue reading →

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Testing the 2013 Ducati Multistrada (and how it compares to the 2010-12 Multistrada)

Posted on February 11, 2013 by cesardagord

The weekend before last I had the privilege of riding, back to back, two great motorcycles: the 2010 Multistrada and the brand new 2013 Multistrada.  After a short three years in production we have here a rather long list of … Continue reading →

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Kevin Ash Dies in Accident at the 2013 BMW R1200GS Press Launch

Posted on January 24, 2013 by cesardagord

[Last edited December 21, 2013] I’d rather be riding. But when I’m not riding I spend a good amount of my free time  reading about motorcycles.  I read informal accounts from fellow enthusiasts in motorcycle forums and blogs.  I read … Continue reading →

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