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7500 kms - Autumn



It is October 11th and I have been taking wee runs to say goodbye to some of my favorite backroads. I am so lucky to live in an area with so many routes to choose from. It is a remarkably warm fall so far. The colours are amazing and still hanging on. The smell of burning leaves, fresh turned soil, horses and the heat from my engine. A heady mix. Still getting the odd person openly admiring the bike. Glad I got the one I did. It really is perfect for me. I am getting NO guitar playing or very much video game time as I really am trying to eke out the most kilometers before I have to store the bike until spring.

I think the 93 octane gasoline available at the local Stinson's station seems to be a good match for the bike. I notice the already responsive bike is a touch perkier with the 93 in it.

The photo is taken on Magnesium Road, Between Mine View Road & Queens Line. The road sign is the road that my wife's grandfather named after her when he built the subdivision. I really like the roads around this spot. So scenic.

One last note - I was able to get my bike in to have the headlight adjusted. It makes a world of difference. I wish there was a closer HD Dealership - but they are pretty cool guys (and girls) in Ottawa @ Freedom Harley-Davidson.

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