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posted August 13, 2007 12:10 PM
 Edited By: ZX-14 90049 on 13 Aug 2007 14:11
Raced a Harley Today
I raced a Harley today and after some really hard riding I managed to PASS the guy. I was riding on one of those really, really twisting sections of canyon road with no straight sections to speak of and where most of the curves have warning signs that say "15 MPH".
I knew if I was going to pass one of those monsters with those big-cubic-inch motors, it would have to be a place like this where handling and rider skill are more important than horsepower alone.
I saw the guy up ahead as I exited one of the turns and knew I could catch him, but it wouldn't be easy. I concentrated on my braking and cornering. three corners later, I was on his fender. Catching him was one thing; passing him would prove to be another.
Two corners later, I pulled up next to him as we sailed down the mountain. I think he was shocked to see me next to him, as I nearly got by him before he could recover. Next corner, same thing. I'd manage to pull up next to him as we started to enter the corners but when we came out he'd get on the throttle and outpower me. His horsepower was almost too much to overcome, but this only made me more determined than ever.
My only hope was to outbrake him. I held off squeezing the lever until the last instant. I kept my nerve while he lost his. In an instant I was by him. Corner after corner, I could hear the roar of his engine as he struggled to keep up. Three more miles to go before the road straightens out and he would pass me for good.
But now I was in the lead and he would no longer hold me back. I stretched out my lead and by the time we reached the bottom of the canyon, he was more than a full corner behind. I could no longer see him in my rear-view mirror.
Once the road did straighten out, it seemed like it took miles before he passed me, but it was probably just a few hundred yards. I was no match for that kind of horsepower, but it was done. In the tightest section of road, where bravery and skill count for more than horspower and deep pockets, I had passed him. Though it was not easy, I had won the race to the bottom of the canyon and I had preserved the proud tradition of another of America's best bikes.
I will always remember that moment. I don't think I've ever pedaled so hard in my life. And some of the credit must go to Schwinn as well. They really make a great bicycle...
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stevewfl
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posted August 13, 2007 01:04 PM
"His horsepower was almost too much to overcome,"
uhmmm, OK.
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ZX-14 90049
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posted August 13, 2007 01:12 PM
Read it again
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Wheelie
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posted August 13, 2007 01:12 PM
Me too. wee
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NinjaNick
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posted August 13, 2007 01:32 PM
I was starting to get pissed and think you're a retard, until I read the end...lol. Good one man. Had me going. Nice finishing touch. 
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stevewfl
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posted August 13, 2007 01:36 PM
Edited By: stevewfl on 13 Aug 2007 14:42
quote:
Read it again
I don't have to read it again. I just can't believe the cycle had a hard time with a Harley, but then I thought the rider could be outa' shape and said "uhmm OK."
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posted August 13, 2007 01:41 PM
Edited By: stevewfl on 13 Aug 2007 14:42
Or the cycle was suffering from major mechanical problems!
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ZX-14 90049
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posted August 13, 2007 02:15 PM
Edited By: ZX-14 90049 on 13 Aug 2007 15:21
Oh yeah, I forgot to mention I am a little unstable. My psychiatrist thinks it's because of childhood issues, but I'm not sure if I agree. I think it's really because I only have one leg.
Plus, it's really hard to peddle with my hands...
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stevewfl
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posted August 13, 2007 07:51 PM
Ok, in that case I can almost see the Harley being competitive.... 
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Kountry Kawboy
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posted August 14, 2007 04:13 AM
You must be a writer. The build-up was a rush and the ending twist was a complete suprise. A most entertaining piece of two-wheeled drama. Super Schwinn saves the day defeating the evil twin-headed monster.
Please bring us another installment.
I really enjoyed that.
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nightmare
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posted August 14, 2007 04:19 AM
yeah I got to admit you got me too! I was pretty fickin heated while reading it then fell out laughing. That's a low down and dirty trick
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nabrxx
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posted August 14, 2007 07:18 AM
TOTAL surprise ending...I thought you were on a skateboard..LOL
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dutchzx14
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posted August 14, 2007 09:04 AM
Didn,t you forget to shift up to third gear??????????????????????
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dutchzx14
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posted August 14, 2007 09:08 AM
No, you couldn,t with one legg of course..
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flatoutbu
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posted August 14, 2007 10:11 AM
If you didnt wedge a basball card in the back tire you would have gotten him by turn 1....
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MDWZX14
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posted August 14, 2007 10:34 AM
Very clever and pretty darn funny, particularly after the second read.
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zx14_busakilla
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posted August 14, 2007 02:06 PM
Man thats funny as fuck anymore?
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