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It is Japanese. Questions are not guesses.

...and it isn't Italian. So, in classic @NinjaDoc fashion, here goes the guessing game. First clue: It has zero electrical doodads to assist the pilot. ( @Tonik & @Tpoppa are excluded from playing) I will answer one question per post. Each guess counts as one point. Three points results in a 24-hour time out; where you have to sit and think about your actions and how they affect those around you. Winner gets a lunch date with me at any Chipotle of your choosing. Let the games begin.

Definitely should buy it. That bike is cool as hell.

The Wheelhouse has 32c GravelKings mounted. If I am in town, I should be down. Slow...but down.

Samco hoses and clamps. They seem to be very high quality. Fit is top rate. The stainless clamps are pretty serious. To be honest, I am disappointed I had to buy them for a bike with 12k miles. I am not happy, but I am hopeful.

I have mixed feelings.

Dufuq?

That mobile site is trash. I think he should use that Kel-Tec to shoot the developer.

Looking at the two pairs of rotors... the carriers are way different. The stock Brembo is a "snowflake" pattern and the new rotor has more of a "wagon wheel" design. I don't know if I can land on any material to hold the tone ring. Shit.

Skidmark. I mostly paid so Isaac could get a tatse. I am hoping he catches the bug. We tore into the Duc today and had a good time. He likes it up there and even started scouring CL for bikes he can afford.

"Southern Christian Woman Loses Her Mind" is not a deal breaker for me. I bet there is more to her story than we got to see. Either way, still convenient and decently priced. I like the seclusion and access to Bojangles and the pizza joint girl. I think her name was "Slaussez"

Hoses installed. Fuel tank removed and heading to the radiator shop to be sealed. New rotors have no threaded hopes for the tone ring. Might have to modify the new rotors by hand. (Yes.. I am that good.)

I need a dual sport.

Agree, 100%. I did the whole "motorcycle lifestyle career" and it didn't work out. I found you actually miss out on most good days of riding. Plus, most Ducati owners are insufferable cunts to deal with.

I paid $400 for my first decent bike. It was a 2012 Specialized Sirrus Sport that was barely a year old. It also came with a $600 wheelset that I moved over to my Trek road bike when I picked one up. Deals can be had if you are willing to hunt for them.

Hybrids are a good option for most people. I would personally not buy one with a suspension fork. It just ads weight and really doesn't provide any useful benefit for crushed stone paths. Far be it from me to take the joy out of buying your first brand new bicycle, but your money will go a long way with a used bike. A decent hybrid can be bought for a couple hundred dollars. A really nice (used) first bike can be had for $500ish.

New rotors in the mail. That wraps up my list of winter service essentials. Time to crack her open and rework what those guido hacks call a finished motorcycle.

Isabella has had timing belts that lasted longer than that Triumph engine. How dare you stick her in the corner while you praise that British POS. Have some respect and at least do it in another room.

I have everything to do with anything that might be something.

Possible new jerb in the works for me, so my vacation is unknown at the moment. Also, I don't like most of you.

I spotted some rifles at the gun store.

"Uninspired"

I owned a Shield. Nice carry piece.

I was in love with this place the second I lifted that garage door. A few years ago I had the urge to do something similar, but on a much smaller scale. The character and compassion Brian has displayed with this place was very moving. I will be contacting him not only to rent a spot to get my Duc in order, but also to bring Isaac into this wonderful world of motorcycles. Finding an opportunity to bond with him has been a struggle for me. I think this just might be that opportunity. Derek, thanks for the photos. I might actually get Jinu in the sack now. Been fighting this yellow fever for a while. No offense Tim, but you're too white for my tastes. John, you are a rare breed of human and an inspiration to continue this journey creating a better version of myself. I am glad we got to keep you around a while longer. The rest of you mutts ain't that bad, either. Much love to all of you. I would say more, but I think I am finished pooping.