 63 Years Ago...
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If you're a Gearhead, you know this photo. If you're a Speedfreak, this guy is your Hero. Did you know they mirror-polished the inside of the engine cases, just to get that last bit of power? Rollie Free - King of the Moto Locos! 
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Yes an iconic photo, probably the inspiration for modern day motorcyclist riding down the highway wearing shorts and flip flops. 
Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats.
H. L. Mencken
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Yeah, kind of puts a damper in the 'gee you're dump for wearing flip flops and shorts on a bike" discussion.... 
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Didn't I just read or hear somewhere that Rollie Free's Vincent there just hammered for a new record price for a motorcycle at some auction???
Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)
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Didn't I just read or hear somewhere that Rollie Free's Vincent there just hammered for a new record price for a motorcycle at some auction???
Yes, some guy in a Speedo was the highest bidder.
Oh and by the way, today 09/13 is the anniversary of the USA's first automobile related fatality. Happened in NY in 1899. A pedestrian was hit by a car, The car was electric! 
Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats.
H. L. Mencken
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Didn't I just read or hear somewhere that Rollie Free's Vincent there just hammered for a new record price for a motorcycle at some auction???
Yes, some guy in a Speedo was the highest bidder.
Oh and by the way, today 09/13 is the anniversary of the USA's first automobile related fatality. Happened in NY in 1899. A pedestrian was hit by a car, The car was electric!
Yeah, they hadn't thought of putting a noisemaker on them like they've talked about with the Prius!
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