Well, since this is a "shoot the breeze" thread, I'll change direction a bit and post some pictures of the "new to me" ride that I picked up last week.

It's a 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic, with only about 6K on the odometer. Cobra Speedster pipes, windshield with lowers, Pro grips, engine guard, bags, Mustang seat, sissy bar with luggage rack and pad. Fuel injected, water cooled, shaft drive. The bike is in great condition and is a joy to ride.

I've ridden off and on for 45 years, but haven't owned a bike since we had our first child. We now have 5 (and counting) grandchildren......that will give you some idea of how long it's been since I've owned. I've continued to ride, though, either on borrowed or rented machines. My wife has a cousin nearby who owns a Heritage Softail and an Electra Glide Classic and I've riden his Heritage several times. The pics below were taken while the bike was parked at the flying field on Tuesday training night this week.