I just joined this site in October of 2015.
I had just gotten my America and wanted to learn and know as much as I could about my new bike. I went through almost every post on this site.
I read a lot of Friar's posts before I learned of his death.
Many of you also have had a great influence on me. Tales from the Road is epic. I printed it and read it regularly. It should be published.
I can tell you that even though he is no longer with us he is here in this forum. His passion, his humor, and his wisdom are in the posts he placed here. They are his foot prints i the sand. All you have to do is search them out. I am glad you have the memories of the times you had together.
The last time the good Friar popped into my head was November 20th. That is the day I purchased my R3T. In the middle of the excitement of getting another bike. As I sat on it in the showroom, placing my hands on the handlebars and lifting it off the kickstand for the very first time. Out of no where. "Friar John" popped into my head. For just a second the smile left my face. Then I tucked that thought away and as he, I am determined to ride that Rocket.
I wish I could express myself in as few words as Ian. It is not my way.
Last edited by BillyIndiana; 02/09/2017 10:47 PM.
