Hmmm? No real magic here. I am a father of three who struggles to find as much time to ride as I would like. I am committed to riding 5,000 miles a year but it takes a big effort to make that happen. I don't get as many riding opportunities as I would like but when I get away I really try to put on the miles. I called myself the "cold weather rider" because I live in Minnesota and ride as late into the fall and as early in the spring as possible. I even sneak in a ride in the heart of the winter months if the temps are mild. Most of my riding companions think I am crazy but there are many of mornings that the temps are in the 20's when I leave my house. It doesn't really bother me too much and I actually enjoy riding in cooler temps. My passion is riding motorcycle and I am always thinking of my next bike. While I love my T, I will eventually be selling it for a full touring bike and all the creature comforts that come along with it. I once thought all "bikers" were bums but I now realize the need to ride motorcycle is so consuming that I no longer care about the other aspects of my life....