Tag Archives: motorcycle

To Oregon’s Ona Beach for a Tamale (Tiger 800 XC)

Posted on May 28, 2012 by cesardagord

Last year I went to Ona beach, had a hot dog and a cup of gumbo, a quick visit, and I was back on the road. This year it was a Tamale. And like last year, there was a threat … Continue reading →

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The Ducati Streetfighter 848 climbs Mary’s Peak

Posted on May 27, 2012 by cesardagord

I have a few non-riding related ideas lined up for writing. It helps in bringing diversity to the posts. But first, I want to catch up by posting a couple of rides that took place last weekend.  The first one … Continue reading →

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High Pass, Snow, Low Pass

Posted on March 6, 2012 by cesardagord

Finally I can report here the first ride of the year.  And what a ride it was, what a great way to start the new riding season! Before the weekend I had checked the weather forecast and those wise people … Continue reading →

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The Riding Pace

Posted on January 6, 2012 by cesardagord

This article I’m posting here was originally published in the June 1993 issue of Sport Rider. And again on the February 2009 issue of Sport Rider. It is a popular article, I came across this text on at least one … Continue reading →

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The Giant Loop Bags

Posted on January 2, 2012 by cesardagord

If you build it, they will come.  And for motorcycle travel, if we install travel bags or cases on our motorcycle, we will fill all that space with gear, and then attach something more to it. More often than not, … Continue reading →

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Ducati Monster 696 – Test ride and review

Posted on September 3, 2011 by cesardagord

I’ve never been too interested in roadster style or sports motorcycles. But I’ve been thinking more about pavement riding more recently. It doesn’t help that there are so many nice roads in this area. And then the Ducati Monster caught … Continue reading →

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