A 400 Mile Weekend

Keys · Post by **Keys** » Mon Apr 23, 2007 9:28 pm

Well, gang, I did it again. I took an overloaded Buddy over the mountains and down through the desert to Phoenix again this weekend. The Red Baron and I camped out at the Phoenix International Raceway and attended the NASCAR race there. I have the full write up and pictures (including pics of an overloaded scooter and some of the mountain roads) at my blog; www.skutergruven.blogspot.com

--Keys

Roose Hurro · Post by **Roose Hurro** » Mon Apr 23, 2007 9:53 pm

Nice trip, Keys... do they legally allow 125cc machines on the highways in Arizona? I know on the freeways in California, it has to be at least 150cc to be legal....

*bummer*

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

rajron · Post by **rajron** » Mon Apr 23, 2007 9:58 pm

Keys · Post by **Keys** » Mon Apr 23, 2007 10:03 pm

Arizona has a 150 cc rule, but only on the interstates...I-17, I-8 and I-10. There is no restriction on state highways.

--Keys

Roose Hurro · Post by **Roose Hurro** » Mon Apr 23, 2007 10:18 pm

Hmmm... looks like I'll have to do a little research on my own state's regs. Unfortunately, due to my fender-bender on the 7th, I won't be looking for a scoot for some time now... at worst, another year (aka - next year's tax returns) before I'm on two wheels. Guess that will give me plenty of time to collect the gear I'll need. After the $500 deductible comes out of this year's returns, I should at least be able to get that Arai Ram II helmet I found at A&S... on sale for $200! Hopefully, it will still be there (fingers crossed). With that sitting on my desk, I'll at least have a constant reminder of my decision to uncage myself....

Sounds like you had a fun trip... shame you didn't stay for the rest of the action.

*old time race fan*

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

weaseltamer · Post by **weaseltamer** » Mon Apr 23, 2007 10:30 pm

WOW!! now i wanna go camping with my scooty scoot!!

SteMer · Post by **SteMer** » Mon Apr 23, 2007 11:52 pm

Excellent blog! Sounded like an exhaustingly fun trip.

lou76 · Post by **lou76** » Tue Apr 24, 2007 5:44 am

sorry i didn't get the chance to see you... looking forward to SVR, riding back up those hills....

scooterbuttons · Post by **scooterbuttons** » Tue Apr 24, 2007 6:59 am

Roose Hurro wrote:Nice trip, Keys... do they legally allow 125cc machines on the highways in Arizona? I know on the freeways in California, it has to be at least 150cc to be legal.... *bummer*

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

A de-badged buddy, looks like a 150 to me

Corsair · Post by **Corsair** » Tue Apr 24, 2007 11:55 am

Keys you're definitely a believer in your old signature because you are definitely living your life! Those are some incredible views. I'm going to have to come check out AZ sometime. Glad you were able to make such a good trip. Wish you MANY more.

Keys · Post by **Keys** » Tue Apr 24, 2007 11:42 pm

Thanks Corsair. It is my belief that you are just wasting your gift of life if you don't actually live it. It's true, I have virtually NOTHING to show for 52 years of life in terms of money, retirement, etc, but I DO have 52 years of excitement, some fear, some pain, many memories and experiences and a joy of living not enough of us experience. I've shod and broke horses, been a tool and machine designer, a disc-jockey, a newspaper columnist, a restauranteur, a combat-proven Marine, a martial artist, an ordained minister, a professional musician, a truck driver...well, you get the idea...I'm now looking into getting my private investigator license.

To quote Kris Kristofferson; "It's a low-down life, but it ain't gonna pass me by..."

As for visiting Arizona, I'd be glad to welcome you and yours anytime. I can also vouch for the Phoenix Scarabs welcoming you should you wish to visit.

--Keys

Roose Hurro · Post by **Roose Hurro** » Wed Apr 25, 2007 12:49 am

Hey, if you need any help or advice on your choice of sidearm, the S&W Forum is a good place to go. Lots of valuable information! Oh, and good luck in reguards to your PI license....

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Post by **ericalm** » Wed Apr 25, 2007 2:31 am

Keys wrote:I'm now looking into getting my private investigator license.

I think "Keys, Scooter PI" might make a fine tv show. Chasing down baddies on a red Buddy—awesome. Stakeouts may be a little awkward, though.

Elm Creek Smith · Post by **Elm Creek Smith** » Wed Apr 25, 2007 2:57 am

Sounds like a treat, Keys. I would have stayed for the whole race, though. I'm a fan.

ECS

Roose Hurro · Post by **Roose Hurro** » Wed Apr 25, 2007 5:07 am

I certainly wouldn't have wasted the tickets!

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

louie · Post by **louie** » Wed Apr 25, 2007 12:32 pm

You rock Keys, Those roads look awesome!

Wow, scooter and camping now add a canoe trip at the site and you have my dream trip.

Boys Named Sue Scooter Club is hosting a rally outside Nashville that combines scooters, camping and a canoeing. That's as good as it gets.

Modern Buddy

A 400 Mile Weekend

A 400 Mile Weekend

Way Out There and Back...

The Little Scooter That Could...

Re: Way Out There and Back...

Magnum...

Crying Shame...