The internet forum can be an interesting place. One thing that I’ve noticed since I began chatting on them is the type of subject matter the forum is based upon greatly dictates the type of people who are attracted. I’ve chatted on a book forum twice…that was a mistake (pretentious A-holes who have made books their God and have no sense of humor as one example). And all of you know I could make the list longer with more examples as you all have been on one forum or another where it is made real clear why America and the World are in the state they are in. I’ve been very reflective lately as looking back on my short riding career I have spent the majority of time on V4 power. My second bike was a 93 VFR and my third bike was the 97 VFR. I spent a total of 9 years riding VFR’s. I had so many ‘firsts’ on those bikes that not only do I have found memories, but really miss the machines too. I remember hearing the 93 being ridden away by a new owner and I remember clear as day the 97 being ridden away and the sound of the shotgun exhausts barking until I could no longer hear them. When the silence fell I realized that a certain chapter of riding in my life had closed and a new one had opened up as I turned and looked upon the other machine(s) parked in the garage. As some may or may not have noticed I don’t chat much anymore on VFRW. Not because I am pissed and don’t want to be around, but since my 97 is gone and I’ve had many changes in my life (good ones).I simply haven’t had time. And that is what I want to say to you guys and few gals. Just like the VFR is a unique bike so is this forum. Just like the ‘firsts’ achieved on the 93 and 97 this was the first forum I ever joined and out of the few others I am on, nothing still compares to VFRW and the people who are on here. Sure the forum has been boring from time to time, had ups and downs and some of you are real a-holes, but the other side is many of you I consider friends, even though we have never met face to face. You have helped me on my journey in motorcycling in ways that are hard to describe and some of you may never know the positive influence to go to the next level. I enjoyed my time greatly chatting on VFRW. That is one of the positives and negatives of this forum. It requires a lot of my time to be active, as it has been said before “this place is like a bar”. With a family, working and wrenching on my existing bikes I just don’t have the time. But I thought it pertinent to say: “Hey guys, I really enjoyed my time on this board”. I was inspired to write this thread for two reasons. One, I know people just come and go on forums, but some people actually straight up and quit like Taz (for those of you who don’t remember, he checked out in a really dumb way). Two, VFR ownership was a blessed chapter in my riding and many of you have been a part of that along with I came on the board the other day to see what was new and the Harley threads and the storm Trooper suit threads had me laughing so hard a couple times tears were coming out my eyes. No other forum has the same number of witty basterds verbally wailing on each other. I always loved that about this place. I decided to add my own comments; I could not help it. Anyway, I pray safety and prosperity to you all (even the a-holes) and this is not goodbye, more a thanks and hope to see you face to face. I shut down my PM’s and notifications because I get sucked back in and have to chat then lose time on the stuff I need to take care of…this place can be like crack! Cheap, fun but time consuming LOL! I’d love to stay in contact individually so please feel free to e-mail me at: bubbazanettiz1000@msn.com God Bless, BZ
I have made many life long friends here and look forward to more rides with them and maybe one day we will get a chance to go for a ride my friend.
The fact that you have to ask that question should tell you something about the answer :moon::drinkers:
As for the original post... I share many of the same sentiments BZ. I have met quite a few quality people that I never even would have know if I never bought the VFR and subsequently joined VFRW. Its funny how a material purchase can bring forth many immaterial riches...
I am a rather shallow individual you know, all that matters to me are my bikes. Not a day goes by where I dont think, look, or ride one of them. Nice writing :smile:
I'm a bigger a**hole than Toe. Wait I have a fatter a..... Toe is something or other. BWeiss rides like a girl. Michael rocks for hosting this place and the whole VFRWorld is grand. Move on up here Bubba and I will buy you a beer. If you don't drink beer, that's OK. I will drink yours right after I finish mine. Cheers mate adn Merry Christmas all
Well said BZ, I share in your sentiment. Merry Christmas to you and ya'll. And I know I'm a collossal asshole, it takes practice and I appreciate that my efforts have not gone un noticed.............arty2:
I too have chatted with some members here, posted on their FB status, and even gotten a shipment from one in Oregon with just a pass it on. I always repay. It may be better, it may be worse, but a debt is a debt. I too think this is a great forum, and even if one day the VFR heads down the road without me, will still be here, adding my wit and commentary.
You take dah lap-top into dah toilet? Its a handy thing unless you run out of toilet paper then you can't wipe with it, a paper publication would be more valuable in that case :tongue2: My dad told me a story once about someone that ran out of tp in dah can and used dollar bills, wonder if Trump would approve of that?
Now that there is at least one who goes to the john with laptop in lap, I wonder if any of the dudes who can't find thier ass with both hands are heading toward the head with a GPS?
