Evil Twin, I thought you would think this as a good omen for Biker1mike. I ordered a Honda Goldwing tourer. Yes, a Barcaliner for old folks. 0 to 130 in no time, but then again I am in my later 60's. Anyways, my new ride is VIN number 00001. The dealer has never had a machine with the first production release. The Blue Ridge will be on the list on my way south to see the brother in NC . I was never a knee dragger but I sure do respect those that can do it !!! I tried it at 2 AM on a Honda VT100 and scared the shi* out of me before the track security folks told us to go back to our tents (West Va). You know the track for sure. Mike