Comments on: Breathing in Spring on a Vespa Scooter https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/ Exploring life on a Vespa, Royal Enfield Himalayan, Honda Trail 125, and a Kawasaki W650 Fri, 01 May 2020 04:40:36 +0000 hourly 1 By: Spring Vespa Tune-Up - Scooter in the Sticks https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-46248 Fri, 01 May 2020 04:40:36 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-46248 […] was time to remove the Tucano Urbano apron and bar muffs and prepare for the spring riding season. The one with warm rains, flowers, blossoming trees, and no need for the heavy winter riding gear. […]

]]> By: Steve Williams https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45056 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 00:48:16 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45056 In reply to Jim Zeiser.

Peter Egan. Yes, forgot about him. And I have his two Leanings books. I was thinking more of the articles than the essays and columns but you’re right about Egan. And Clement Salvadori at Rider Magazine often had similar works. The things I shrink from are the reviews and technical stuff talking about engine characteristics, dual this, 270 degree that. But they help sell bikes I suppose.

The Nighthawk is a fine machine. Easy to get consumed by it. The scooter will wait. Hope you’re enjoying the softening weather and having a good time on the road.

]]> By: Steve Williams https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45055 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 00:43:21 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45055 In reply to Andy Heckathorne.

Thanks Andy. You know what they say, every now and again even a blind squirrel finds an acorn. I find myself continually trying to put into words the feelings I have when riding. This time it came closer than usual.

]]> By: Steve Williams https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45054 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 00:42:08 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45054 In reply to avallorz.

I have to admit that I’ve never antropromorphized the scooter in the terms you suggest. I know that some do but for me it has just been a reliable tool. I’ll have to reread some of the things I’m writing. Perhaps I am suggesting a relationship without knowing it. Either way, the rides do open an internal conversation. I just didn’t think it was with the Vespa!

]]> By: Jim Zeiser https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45053 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 19:57:39 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45053 Actually Peter Eagan writes about the history and heritage of places all the time in Cycle World. The magazines that write about tours usually give a fair impression of sites and scenery. Road Tests all all about the equipment. With Indian back in business there is a lot of heritage articles being written about Indians and Harleys. The scooter hasn’t left the garage in 2019 yet. The ’91 Nighthawk 250 is another story. It’s my go-to ride these days.

]]> By: Andy Heckathorne https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45052 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 15:14:50 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45052 “How do you tell someone of a smile wrapped around a heartache fired by a sense of freedom felt while bathed in wind and light.”

That is poetry, Steve. With all due respect to everything I’ve read so far on your blog, this is my favorite because it articulates best what riding has meant for me.

]]> By: avallorz https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45051 Tue, 23 Apr 2019 05:27:16 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45051 I envy the time you have with your Vespa. Almost a human to human relationship :). I can relate.

]]> By: Steve Williams https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45050 Mon, 22 Apr 2019 13:13:23 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45050 In reply to Kofla Olivieri.

While I don’t know if it’s the “best” it sure is high up on the list of things to do that can transform a person. No, wait, it is the best!

]]> By: SteverinoB https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45049 Mon, 22 Apr 2019 12:24:53 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45049 In reply to Steve Williams.

Did manage a favourite 50 mile loop and it did indeed hit the spot. Question for you here Steve. I am about to look at a friend’s 2006 BV250 that is for sale and I am interested. Any advice as to things to look out for? I believe this machine runs a similar drivetrain to your era GTS?

]]> By: Kofla Olivieri https://scooterinthesticks.com/2019/04/breathing-in-spring-on-a-vespa-scooter/#comment-45047 Mon, 22 Apr 2019 08:39:52 +0000 https://scooterinthesticks.com/?p=9020#comment-45047 Riding a motorcycle is the best therapy.

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