Heavy heart and crappy news..
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- flyin900
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
My thoughts are with you.
I believe you had the resto-mod inline four "Hondacuti" on Kijiji Canada about a year ago. At the time I was blown away by the level of detail on that restoration and the tasteful work that you had done. There are just so many hack jobs out there with guys passing them off as the best ever... yours truly is an amazing feat of both insight and ingenuity.
All the best in your battle ahead.
David
I believe you had the resto-mod inline four "Hondacuti" on Kijiji Canada about a year ago. At the time I was blown away by the level of detail on that restoration and the tasteful work that you had done. There are just so many hack jobs out there with guys passing them off as the best ever... yours truly is an amazing feat of both insight and ingenuity.
All the best in your battle ahead.
David
Current Bikes:
1966 CL77 - Honda 305cc - Dual purpose - "Gentleman's Scrambler" was a period moniker.
1967 CL175K0 - Low production number with #802 engine serial- winter 2019/2020 full restoration.
1972 CB350F - Baby Four with low mileage - Cosmetic refresh to the next level 2021/2022.
1978 CB550K - Very original bike with only 7499 Km. from new - light cleanup and refresh done.
1983 CB1100F - Canadian model - DOHC Supersport in pristine low kilometre condition from new.
1984 GL1200 - Standard model in showroom condition - two owner bike from new.
1984 CX650E - Restored summer 2017 - a rare Eurosport model - excellent one owner bike.
1966 CL77 - Honda 305cc - Dual purpose - "Gentleman's Scrambler" was a period moniker.
1967 CL175K0 - Low production number with #802 engine serial- winter 2019/2020 full restoration.
1972 CB350F - Baby Four with low mileage - Cosmetic refresh to the next level 2021/2022.
1978 CB550K - Very original bike with only 7499 Km. from new - light cleanup and refresh done.
1983 CB1100F - Canadian model - DOHC Supersport in pristine low kilometre condition from new.
1984 GL1200 - Standard model in showroom condition - two owner bike from new.
1984 CX650E - Restored summer 2017 - a rare Eurosport model - excellent one owner bike.
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
wow. well, tumors are odd and uncertain things, even the malignant ones. I know you have a LOT going on right now.
just wanna say this one thing if you haven't already heard it... gamma knife.
so go do your thing. we'll be here if you need us. if ya can, keep us posted.
...max.
just wanna say this one thing if you haven't already heard it... gamma knife.
so go do your thing. we'll be here if you need us. if ya can, keep us posted.
...max.
sorta bulldogged custom 1978 GL1000 - "geekster"
full Vetter dress 1979 GL1000 - "Barge" (currently down)
1986 1200 Aspencade - "Heart of Gold" - daily rider
1990 1500 Aspencade - It's ALIVE! but very, very naked. not in a good way.
1978 for $100 - project in worx
1978 from a previous member here - taking up space
my original '79 bought in '91 - replacing engine (eventually, maybe someday)
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full Vetter dress 1979 GL1000 - "Barge" (currently down)
1986 1200 Aspencade - "Heart of Gold" - daily rider
1990 1500 Aspencade - It's ALIVE! but very, very naked. not in a good way.
1978 for $100 - project in worx
1978 from a previous member here - taking up space
my original '79 bought in '91 - replacing engine (eventually, maybe someday)
H2G2=42
A competent and self-confident person is incapable of jealousy in anything. Jealousy is invariably a symptom of neurotic insecurity. ~ Robert A. Heinlein
The good thing about science is that it's true whether or not you believe in it. ~ Neil deGrasse Tyson
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Damn. So bummed to hear this. Thanks for sharing what is going on. I hope only the best for you and your family.
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1978 Learning Experience
1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
1977 Bulldog Inspired "Vaincre"
1981 Street Fighter GL1100 "No Quarter"
1983 Supercharged Street Drag "Anubis" (in worx)
1983 gl1100 mint restoration "Kristen"
1985 Aspencade..pondering.
---- Bradshaw Bikes custom polishing for your wing. Visit us on facebook!
1978 Learning Experience
1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
1977 Bulldog Inspired "Vaincre"
1981 Street Fighter GL1100 "No Quarter"
1983 Supercharged Street Drag "Anubis" (in worx)
1983 gl1100 mint restoration "Kristen"
1985 Aspencade..pondering.
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
I don't know you but you seem well liked, I'm new here but I just wanted to say I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis, and I hope you get well soon
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Oh....my....word! Nick, so sorry to hear this. Crappy news indeed, the worst we (and you too) have seen for a while. But we know you are going to fight it tooth and nail with your attitude. Please keep us up to date with the ongoing treatment whenever you feel strong enough and don't be a stranger after selling the Wing. We are all pulling for you, buddy!
just had a thought. I read an article on Neutron beam therapy just last week; might be something to investigate.
just had a thought. I read an article on Neutron beam therapy just last week; might be something to investigate.
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If I'd wanted you to understand, I would have explained it better! (Johann Cruyff)
I’d give my right arm to be ambidextrous!
- rtccp
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
I'm still not positive about selling the wing,, I would like to ride this summer if I'm allowed to, depending on if the docs, give my license back....I'm hoping anyway...N
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- chewy999
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
It may be an idea not to rush in and sell the Wing. In my case I would never be able to get another one, once it's gone it's gone! I sold my original 83 when I bought my first house, seemed the right thing to do at the time. With hindsight I would have been able to afford it, but then hindsight is a wonderful thing. Take care and we're all with you.
Previous Rides,
1980 CB250N Good to learn on
1981 CX500 good mid range tourer, went to Austria on it!
1983 GL1100C Pride and joy, sold when I bought my 1st house, big mistake
1985 GL650 Silverwing another mistake, horrible bike
1986 CBX550 Good commuter
1989 Suzuki GS750 (1976) cheap and cheerful until a dog ran out in front of me on Xmas Eve, 1991
Current bikes
2010 CB1300 back on a bike after 19 years, two divorces, children grown up etc
1980 GL1100 NOW ON THE ROAD, still use CB1300.
1980 CB250N Good to learn on
1981 CX500 good mid range tourer, went to Austria on it!
1983 GL1100C Pride and joy, sold when I bought my 1st house, big mistake
1985 GL650 Silverwing another mistake, horrible bike
1986 CBX550 Good commuter
1989 Suzuki GS750 (1976) cheap and cheerful until a dog ran out in front of me on Xmas Eve, 1991
Current bikes
2010 CB1300 back on a bike after 19 years, two divorces, children grown up etc
1980 GL1100 NOW ON THE ROAD, still use CB1300.
- Graham Cracker
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Be strong...you can do this...we are all pulling for you.
Mark
1975 GL 1000 Candy Antares Red
1976 GL 1000 Sulfur Yellow
1977 GL 1000 Pearl White
1978 GL 1000 Candy Limited Maroon
1975 GL 1000 Candy Antares Red
1976 GL 1000 Sulfur Yellow
1977 GL 1000 Pearl White
1978 GL 1000 Candy Limited Maroon
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Nick, keep that beautiful bike. The notion that you WILL be riding it again will help get you through this.
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You're too small to ride a hog Billy!
Mike
1978 GL1000
Previous bikes: 05 Yamaha FJR 1300, 79 Suzuki GS 1000, 75 Yamaha XS 650, 73 Kawasaki S2 350
Mike
1978 GL1000
Previous bikes: 05 Yamaha FJR 1300, 79 Suzuki GS 1000, 75 Yamaha XS 650, 73 Kawasaki S2 350
- Dirty Dave
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Wish I had something profound to say but I don't. Many of us have thoughts of you as we all will have to face similar trials in the future. We are all united by our love with motorcycles. At least you are Canadian so have an edge.........
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1997 Honda Valkyrie
2018 Kawasaki Z900 RS
1997 Honda Valkyrie
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Sorry nick, crappy thing to happen, keep fighting.
Dave
1975 GL 1000
1980 XS650
1981 ct110
1972 F7 KAW 175
2000 moby blaze 40cc
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Chihuahua #2(Blaze)
1975 GL 1000
1980 XS650
1981 ct110
1972 F7 KAW 175
2000 moby blaze 40cc
Chihuahua (Ellie)
Chihuahua #2(Blaze)
- rtccp
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Thanks to all for the kind words and support,I'm doing my best to stay strong and look ahead positively, I mean really what other choice do any of us ever have,,,,,,we all do our best every day and muddle through this thing called life and hope to have some fun, meet some good people, love some family, so hopefully I'll get to ride with you folks soon....NP
1983 GL1100 Standard
- BikeMaine
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
Sorry to hear of this news, keep strong.
Paul
Paul
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75 GL1000 #202
75 GL1000 (AKA, GL1-242)(AKA, Flipper)
76 LTD
76/77 CB750F
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75 GL1000 #202
75 GL1000 (AKA, GL1-242)(AKA, Flipper)
76 LTD
76/77 CB750F
Bultaco's = 121, 152, 167, 188
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Re: Heavy heart and crappy news..
I just came across this and was really touched. My prayers and thoughts are with you and you're family. Are there any updates? I'll keep you in my prayers.
Ed
Ed
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