Sold my Maxim tonight. It sure is bittersweet, saying goodbye to my first bike.

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Lots of bikes out and about today and a lovely 90 mile jaunt on the Maxim. Ended up stopping at Skyline Tavern because there were so many people there (about 4 more than pictured). Best thing about riding today (besides riding in general) was getting to wear my short leather gloves. So much more comfy than the winter gloves I have.

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My dear friend Brooklyn Harmon and her blue SV650. Photo by yours truly.

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Me, Pit stop- December 2011. Look at that helmet hair!

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Todays project- paint it black. Justin’s Maxim has a lot of aluminum that has worn over time. Solution? Metal primer and matte black spray paint.

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They call themselves the sexy SV girls! Jessie Uhlig, Heidi Cassell, and Sara Jennings

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Last ride of the year! Since my bikes are down, I rode Justin’s ‘82 Maxim 650 (on the right) which is very similar to mine but ooooh, amazing. Whereas mine is… a POS at the moment. Chris rode his GSXR 750 (left). Did you ride today? Send me your photos!

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Justin’s 1982 Yamaha XJ Maxim 650 the day he got it (top) and today (bottom). It’s amazing how much small upgrades can completely change a bike’s ride-ability and look. Carb cleaning, exhaust patches, exhaust wrap, new handlebars and mirrors, grip warmers, new rear suspension, fork seals, new headlight bulb, and emergency tool kit in custom leather fork bag.

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Justin’s Maxim… Changing his tires today. Jason’s Triumph and my Maxim in the background. Yay moto garages!

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The Maxim and I on our test ride to Kelly Point park after the new bars.

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