Hey all!
I've been charged with pedalling our company's wares to everyone I know. You're all in my Outlook contacts, so take a look at our threads and fine porcelains:
I know what you're probably thinking... the Chief's a sell out. RoadLoK pays my bills and keeps gas in my scoot, so there!
Ride safe!
-The Chief
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
"Jane Doe"
Although On the Road with the Chief was born out of my love for cruising around the countryside on my sweet Harley Street Glide, there is yet another side to the Chief that surfaces every now and then and involves my love for speed and excitement. Without a doubt, it was wise for me—when I purchased my sportbike—to limit it to a 600cc scoot.
A few weeks ago, a couple of the guys from the office and I decided to take a short ride up to Ellenville N.Y. to experience the breathtaking views from atop the mountains. Bike of choice—YZF 600.
It was there, alongside a mountain overlook that “Jane Doe” came into my life. OK, so I’ll be the first to admit: it was the bike that attracted her, or maybe more accurately, the fact that the guys with me were half my age. Regardless of those facts, when a young and attractive woman approaches the Chief and solicits her “first ride on a motorcycle” many thoughts come into my mind. What if this? What if that? “Ok, I’ll give you a ride”. It was that simple.
So, off we cruise down the mountain road. The trip was short and sweet probably lasting no more than ten minutes, but it was ten minutes that I will remember for a long time. I attributed “Jane’s” trembling legs during the ride to the fact that she was slightly nervous—having never been on a bike before. Or perhaps the fact that she was in the presence of “the Chief”. No, it was the thrill and excitement of her first ride!
Jane, as much as you enjoyed your first motorcycle ride, I enjoyed your company and the short period of time that you came into and exited (uh, excited) my life.
Thank you!
-The Chief
A few weeks ago, a couple of the guys from the office and I decided to take a short ride up to Ellenville N.Y. to experience the breathtaking views from atop the mountains. Bike of choice—YZF 600.
It was there, alongside a mountain overlook that “Jane Doe” came into my life. OK, so I’ll be the first to admit: it was the bike that attracted her, or maybe more accurately, the fact that the guys with me were half my age. Regardless of those facts, when a young and attractive woman approaches the Chief and solicits her “first ride on a motorcycle” many thoughts come into my mind. What if this? What if that? “Ok, I’ll give you a ride”. It was that simple.
So, off we cruise down the mountain road. The trip was short and sweet probably lasting no more than ten minutes, but it was ten minutes that I will remember for a long time. I attributed “Jane’s” trembling legs during the ride to the fact that she was slightly nervous—having never been on a bike before. Or perhaps the fact that she was in the presence of “the Chief”. No, it was the thrill and excitement of her first ride!
Jane, as much as you enjoyed your first motorcycle ride, I enjoyed your company and the short period of time that you came into and exited (uh, excited) my life.
Thank you!
-The Chief
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
A Public Service Message About Motorcycle Security
I would surmise that with the current economic situation in our country, the use of and sales of motorcycles will probably increase. Many motorcycle owners whom in the past, have used their bikes for luxury and sport, may find it necessary to utilize their bike for daily commuting. Gas prices certainly could dictate this trend.
For that reason—and because we at RoadLoK Security truly care about you and your motorcycle—I would like to offer some words of advice about securing your prized possession.
Common sense can go a long way. Without going into a long laundry list of “do’s and don'ts” I’ll make this simple, brief and to the point:
A good share of motorcycle thefts in the United States are “roll away”- or “ride away”-type thefts. We all know and have heard many times that “ four strong men with a couple of pipes or two by fours, can carry your locked bike away”.
Yes, RoadLoK Security acknowledges the fact that if someone wants your bike bad enough, they’ll probably get it. We simply say, “don’t let your bike remain an easy target”.
Lock your bike as best as you know how. Install a RoadLoK, utilize a chain and padlock, install an alarm with a lock—just do something to secure the bike!
Always try to park in well lit areas that are visible to vehicle and foot traffic. If you ride in a group, block each others bike in and secure them all. If you can secure more than one bike to another or to an immovable object, do that too.
If you are continuously aware of the threat of theft, and keep a security conscious mind about where and how you leave your bike unattended you may not become a disgruntled pedestrian!
The photo included in this report, shows how a RoadLoK Defender thwarted the attempted theft of my Street Glide. Thanks RoadLoK!
Safe Riding!
-The Chief
For that reason—and because we at RoadLoK Security truly care about you and your motorcycle—I would like to offer some words of advice about securing your prized possession.
Common sense can go a long way. Without going into a long laundry list of “do’s and don'ts” I’ll make this simple, brief and to the point:
A good share of motorcycle thefts in the United States are “roll away”- or “ride away”-type thefts. We all know and have heard many times that “ four strong men with a couple of pipes or two by fours, can carry your locked bike away”.
Yes, RoadLoK Security acknowledges the fact that if someone wants your bike bad enough, they’ll probably get it. We simply say, “don’t let your bike remain an easy target”.
Lock your bike as best as you know how. Install a RoadLoK, utilize a chain and padlock, install an alarm with a lock—just do something to secure the bike!
Always try to park in well lit areas that are visible to vehicle and foot traffic. If you ride in a group, block each others bike in and secure them all. If you can secure more than one bike to another or to an immovable object, do that too.
If you are continuously aware of the threat of theft, and keep a security conscious mind about where and how you leave your bike unattended you may not become a disgruntled pedestrian!
The photo included in this report, shows how a RoadLoK Defender thwarted the attempted theft of my Street Glide. Thanks RoadLoK!
Safe Riding!
-The Chief
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