weekend rides..

Weather in the Pacific Northwest is unpredictable, especially in the fall and spring seasons, one day it can be beautiful, sunny, temps in the 80's and the next day it is raining (sometimes, snowing/ hailing) with a high of 50. And I am not fond of riding in the rain - I mean, what is the point of riding, when you are slipping and sliding around on the street.

Well, that is what the last week has been like- great during the week and cloudy and somewhat on the cooler side on the weekends. I did, however, get out for a ride or two. Took the 848 out, better wind protection, plus I have been neglecting it a bit since I got the 796 and was missing it. Great ride out in wine country and the bike just felt great, focused, power on demand and it just felt very connected.

I also continue to notice the differences . The seat, the 848 just has a plank after spending a few hours on it, the 796 feels plush- I would also say the same for the suspension, monster is akin to a grand tourer, it just soaks up the imperfections in the road and is much, much more forgiving on the family jewels. Both bikes have their pluses and minuses but again both are super fun machines.







Can't be a post without a Monster photo :)