Santa Fe/BNSF runs through some magnificent parts of the country. A lot of mythology surrounds railroads. Early stuff here in the East and much grander stuff out West. I’ve ridden passenger trains in Germany. Fast and efficient transportation. But I have never ridden a passenger train in the United States save for little historical railroads. And I have not even ridden the local historical railroad that’s just ten miles away.

I have a lot of railroad exploration I think.

And I can imagine the rush of scooting up to closing gates and having a train go by. Thanks for sharing that Don.

Is the East Broad Top still running. I think the last time I rode by there on the K75 the place was closed. That was during the pandemic so can’t say for sure.

I’ve been to Strasburg but not to the railroad. And I’ve driven by the Caboose Motel years ago. But to be honest, riding in that part of Pennsylvania has never interested me. Too many people, roads too crowded. I tend to venture on the roads less traveled and Lancaster is not that.

I’ve been fortunate that my ego seldom rears its head in regard to scooters and motorcycles. I don’t much care what others think of what I’m riding or not riding. Not sure why that it but it probably explains why I don’t cut my hair or dress the way I do. There’s a freedom in not worrying about what the neighbors think. I’m not saying it gives me a license to say or do whatever I want, kindness and empathy are important qualities to practice in my opinion, but I feel little need to conform other than to the law and God.

And I have been pretty lucky that I have not had to spend a fortune to keep my machines operational. And that’s a result of what I ride.

For those of us who have been riding for over six decades this is not a problem. Before Chinese two wheelers came along riding a Japanese brand put you in the lower class to certain “Elite” owners. I was just happy to be riding while those owners were paying vast sums of money for repairs and maintenance. I never had to “Bring My Wallet” when I rode.

I rode behind a 350 RE on an event last year and was surprised by its ability to move out smartly off corners. Note I was behind it on my 750 Kawasaki. But yes I do venture on the Interstates and the 350 might not be the bike for me. An Int 650 might be more suitable for some of my riding when replacement time comes.