Well Dwight, in a bit of "bet you didn't know that", I was born in Bakersfield. Only lived there 6 months or so though, then we moved to the beautiful desert oasis of Avenal. And people say Bakersfield is a dump! Bakersfield is big city high livin' compared to Avenal. But when you're 12 months old, does it really matter? Now you know why I like the desert heat, I was born into it. My Mom told me it was over 110 the day I came into this world.
I haven't done the logistics yet for the trip. I would like to make it to the early bird entry for Hanford so I can get first dibs on a bike if I find one I want to buy, and that's gates open at 6:30 am! But if you see a bike in your area at a good price, let me know. I think you know what I'm looking for...68-70 TR6 or BSA Thunderbolt in the same years preferred. I'm open to other ideas though if you come across something interesting.
Looks like I'll be riding the Speedmaster, but I'm still working on bending that knee so you never know. I ordered a big bore kit for the Triumph from D&D Cycles last week, but I have to wait till they get the cylinders so I can do a straight swap instead of mailing them mine.
I'll give you a shout about the trip when it gets closer to go time.
