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
Ah yes, Daytona Bike Week once again. An event well worth the time and expense involved to attend even when one is not feeling his best. The lack of photos taken on my camera would serve as proof positive that I was less than well.
Attendance this year was low. It was obvious and noticeable to me. I wondered aloud—on more than one occasion—whether it was weather-related or the current poor economic crunch we were all feeling… or both. Regardless, there was a noticeable difference. 
Being the type of guy that I am, I typically make the best of a bad situation. For that reason—even though one day found me at the local “walk-in” clinic loading up on antibiotics—the remainder of the time found me promoting our locking systems to those who faithfully returned to Daytona for Bike Week.
This year, one of the highlights for me was meeting a Victory owner who purchased a Defender from us and had it installed on his bike. The Victory Defender has only been available for a short period of time and this was my first “in person” sale. To add to the excitement, his son bought a Defender for his Fat Boy. Two very intelligent men who care about their bikes!
As mentioned above this was just one of the highlights of my time in Daytona this year.
Another highlight was probably the awesome attention given to us at Hooligans Bar and Grille in Bruce Rossmeyer’s complex by some very nice waitresses. This I mention because if any of my road reports didn’t mention a woman or two, you would probably figure that someone else was writing my reports or that I was still very ill.
The next event for the RoadLoK Crew will be the Virginia Beach Bike Classic!
Safe Riding!
-The Chief
SEPTEMBER 26, 2007by The ChiefWhat can you say about a bike event that hasn’t been said so many times before? We could talk about just how ideal the weather was, or about the location of the event that was more than vendor friendly. Hell, I could talk all day just about the scenic view heading into Ocean City along Route 90. Couple that with the myriad of classy eateries and biker bars and I believe you have the makings of one great motorcycle event. The 7th annual Delmarva Bike Week was held this year from September 13th through the 16th in Ocean City Maryland. RoadLoK S
ecurity was one of the many vendors taking part in this well organized event. Upon arrival at Ocean Downs, and making a visual on the giant Gecko, we pulled into what would become our home for the next 4 days, alongside the gang from GEICO.RoadLoK Security and GEICO will often times be found together at motorcycle events because quite simply, we work well together. O.K, there’s actually a little more to it than that. You see, GEICO endorses RoadLoK motorcycle locking systems, and offers discounts to riders sporting a RoadLoK on their scoots. Above and beyond all that, is the fact that well, we are just good guys with a common interest. That interest being motorcycles and security - the two go together nicely.
RoadLoK was well received at Delmarva. Promoting our new RoadLoK Defender was fun,
entertaining for both us and the prospective buyer, and as with all motorcycle events that we attend, very educational for all whom we came in contact with. Quite simply stated, once discovered by an unsuspecting biker, the RoadLoK motorcycle locking system becomes one of those accessories that a biker just can’t seem to live without. Delmarva Bike Week was a very positive experience for the RoadLoK Crew and we all are looking forward to next years event.-The ChiefSee pics from this event at: www.roadlok.com/news/delmarva.htm
APRIL 24, 2007
by The Chief
RoadLoK Affiliate Mike Brink and I (The Chief) spent the weekend of April 27 at the Annual ‘Busa Bash, at Deals Gap, NC. The weather was ideal and the ride was beyond any expectations, being that it was our first time there. Brink was sporting his Suzuki TL1000 and my scoot of choice was my Yamaha YZF 600R. Although my 600 couldn’t compare to the ‘Busa or TL, it truly held its own weaving through the 318 curves of the Dragon. Quick and light, the 600 is a good ride. Riding on the Cherohala Skyway which is more open to speed, Brink and the ‘Busa crew waited patiently for me at the end.
The ‘Busa Bash --as it has been titled --is an annual get-together by the members of Hayabusa.org. This group of riders, both male and female alike, are a great bunch of folks. The care and respect that they hold for each other is paramount. One quick example of the caring nature that they hold toward each other involved a mishap by one of the orgs administrators. MCMustang (Sean) had the misfortune of crashing, soon after arriving for the bash, which sent him off to the local hospital and sent his prized possession, “Bessie” to the “too messed up to ride” category. While he was at the Emergency Room, the ‘Busa gang grabbed up Bessie and began a complete rebuild, making her road worthy once again. MC was able to ride her a few more times before the bash came to a close.
The ‘Busa Bash was a totally enjoyable experience for Brink and myself and we are both waiting patiently for next year's event!
-The Chief
