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A slight rant.....
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If allowed?..........
So I go to the doc yesterday, tune-up , oil changeI'm fine .
The new nurse walks me back, notices my hat, [BMW logo] and asks is that cars or motorcycles? me..Motorcycles......her.....oh man I'll take my HD anytime, the roar of that big v-twin, those [pointing at my hat] are too light in a crosswind , on & on about how her HD was superior to my BMW . You get the picture I'm sure?
So I politely & briefly explain my background, & the fact that I am approaching a million miles on a motorcycle in 50+ years...but thanked her for educating me on the ins & outs of motorcycles.....I mean after all, she does have 5 years in the saddle and other than putting it on & off the trailer
Now!.....I don't bash, so I won't but.....That attitude is like nails on a chalkboard too me....and I must admit a small factor in my decision to avoid that crowd , and shy away from that brand..............
Let me preface this with the fact I work with a former motor officer and we commute in to the office routinely together. We routinely take shots regarding "Bring More Wallet" and "Hundred Dollars".
As instructors of young men and women they will try to divide the house by showing preference in the bikes we ride regardless of whether they ride or not. I have become quiet proficient at stopping the snotty remarks. I love the "mine has a bigger engine" or "at least mine is made in the US".
If they ride, not every other third Sunday ride, I have found great banter and new friends. If they don't ride or just think they do, they are greatly offended when you bite back then go away.
Either way, I feel better.
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patiodadio
Motorcyclist
If allowed?..........
So I go to the doc yesterday, tune-up , oil change
The new nurse walks me back, notices my hat, [BMW logo] and asks is that cars or motorcycles? me..Motorcycles......her.....oh man I'll take my HD anytime, the roar of that big v-twin, those [pointing at my hat] are too light in a crosswind , on & on about how her HD was superior to my BMW . You get the picture I'm sure?
So I politely & briefly explain my background, & the fact that I am approaching a million miles on a motorcycle in 50+ years...but thanked her for educating me on the ins & outs of motorcycles.....I mean after all, she does have 5 years in the saddle and other than putting it on & off the trailer
Now!.....I don't bash, so I won't but.....That attitude is like nails on a chalkboard too me....and I must admit a small factor in my decision to avoid that crowd , and shy away from that brand..............
After many years of hearing the same kind of baloney, I have learned that there is no use in even trying to make any attempt to educate or influence them. Just smile and say thanks for the info
BTW, I have owned and ridden just about every brand of motorcycle including that famous American brand , so I'm not bashing anyone.
lee
Debbie's Servant
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That's been my experience too. I guess what you bring to the game defines the game!
akbeemer
SURVIVOR
I have no dog in this hunt....
I drive a BMW GS, a scooter, a Can-am Spyder and I am a MSF Instructor that teaches the H-D Riding Academy. Think I have all my bases covered!!
Yup, I think you can annoy everyone.
