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Posted by CDNRatMan
- March 06, 2018, 18:47:16 PM 
I have stated if you read my response, 
that the 800 is a tad slower, and will take a tad longer to get there, but let us consider that we are all safe riders and we will not exceed the speed limit, so both bikes will arrive at the same time, the 1500 ride will not be as fatigued as the 800 rider.
And as GreenBarn will verify I have logged some log rides in the past 3 summers. The 800 is capable of doing the deed. Personally I just wish the 800 had say another gallon of fuel, that would be a huge bonus. Riding solo it is really fine. 2 up day rides are also fine.
Posted by greenbarn
- March 06, 2018, 17:55:43 PMNo question the 800 can go the distance. Ratman has proven that.. The 1500 would be better though, on interstates IMO, and for 2-up riding.
Posted by CDNRatMan
- March 06, 2018, 17:37:12 PMOR Seedman first of let me correct mr. Pilgrim......
Quotekeep the 800 not saying it won't go far and do it good
that should read keep the 800 not saying it won't go far and do it correctly, such poor grammar.....
I have an 800 and I actually put more miles on it then a lot of people with a 1500, granted I might take a tad longer to get there, might be a tad more tired on arrival, but the 800 can take the distance and not flinch at the length of the ride.....
I think you giving it to your son as a birthday gift would be awesome and it keeps it in the family.........
Posted by OR Seedman
- March 06, 2018, 15:32:16 PMWell I am considering it....M son is turning 24 this summer and the 800 would make a nice birthday present....He is an inch taller than me, but a lot lighter.. young and lean instead of old and portly...LOL.
Posted by greenbarn
- March 06, 2018, 12:49:24 PMQuote from: Pilgrim on March 06, 2018, 08:16:56 AMwhat he said...Keep both if possible...if not, do you ride close to home, short trips, etc. keep the 800 not saying it won't go far and do it good, its just easier for frequent short trips. If you ride long and want more comfort..especially with that nice seat and backrest, and that is a comfortable looking pair, keep 1500. They are both nice.
Posted by Pilgrim
- March 06, 2018, 08:16:56 AMKeep both if possible...if not, do you ride close to home, short trips, etc. keep the 800 not saying it won't go far and do it good, its just easier for frequent short trips. If you ride long and want more comfort..especially with that nice seat and backrest, and that is a comfortable looking pair, keep 1500. They are both nice.
Posted by Abby
- March 06, 2018, 06:33:20 AMWOW! Bike looks great. What a deal!
Posted by greenbarn
- February 25, 2018, 09:54:41 AMThat's so very sad, I'm sorry to hear it. My condolences again for your family, and his family.
Posted by OR Seedman
- February 25, 2018, 08:02:52 AMthank you greenbarn...I appreciate the thoughts. IF he had been wearing any kind of head protection, he most likely would have survived with minor injuries...it was a blow to the upper forehead that caused his death....he only had very minor injuries outside of that....lesson to all.....
Posted by greenbarn
- February 24, 2018, 12:06:23 PMOR, I'm getting caught up on the forum after being off a while, and realized I had not read this post before. So sorry to hear of you cousin's passing. My condolences to you and your wife.
Posted by CDNRatMan
- January 08, 2018, 19:04:47 PM 
Some people can not understand my liking to ride alone. There are times I enjoy group riding, and there is some people I really enjoy riding with. But the relaxing, peaceful experience I get from riding alone is really nice. I have seen some fantastic country in both the US and Canada. I have such really good memories of the places and the people I have met. I also have had a few close calls along the way. But these I try not to dwell on because then I would start to think about not riding, and I really enjoy my riding......
Posted by Troll
- January 08, 2018, 17:01:58 PMMotorcycling and precision target shooting. Both require complete control
Posted by kw-retrorider
- January 08, 2018, 03:37:17 AMExactly! There are few things that provide the solitude and therapy that riding does. The only other thing I know is sailing.
So on the bike, it's you, the wind and the road....when sailing, it's you the wind and being on the water
It's all good.
Posted by OR Seedman
- January 07, 2018, 14:14:37 PMI appreciate the thoughts.....riding is therapy for me....so I never worry about whether or not I am going to make it back home....those thoughts just never enter my mind....if they did or ever start, then it would be time to stop....can't constantly worry about things you can't control...life is too short and I enjoy the freedom of being on a bike too much...
Posted by kw-retrorider
- January 07, 2018, 08:47:04 AMSeedman: My condolences on your cousin.
The risk is what the risk is to ride. At 61, and having just survived my first ever motorcycle accident, with only physical therapy ahead, you simply can't think about it too hard. You either ride or you don't. There are other things that can get you besides riding.
Although I had no control over what happened and the other side has already admitted fault, but your second point, I was properly dressed (multiple layers of clothes and outside with leather, including helmet. It was only a 3/4, but I was thrown from the machine and there were scratches on the side of the helmet...so they took a cat scan that night in the ER. Scratches are not deep, but probably would be missing an ear if it was a half helmet.
Have since been back on the road before this cold snap, and the replacement Drifter is due to arrive today (although I am rebuilding my 2002). To support another member on this forum who recently said he was going to keep buying up Drifters because of the fit and finish....Could not pass up a good deal on a low mileage and very clean 800.
So ride on brother. My wife of 31 years (who used to ride with me) worries but understands.
Again, sorry for your loss.