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and the weather has been too nice to post. I kid, I probably could have but other hobbies have kept me away. I guess the good news is my xbox 360 took a dump on me today so maybe I'll find myself blogging more. Bike has been running great, almost time for the 15k check-up (anyone want to lend a hand?) I've found myself spending way too much on mod's, but damn the bike is looking sharp! Short of bags, stainless lines, and a new paint job I'm running out of things to do (HAH). I guess that's...

In a split second it was over... How could this happen? Anita Zaffke was enjoying some quality two wheel time in Lake Zurich IL Saturday afternoon, May 2nd and noticed the light was turning red. Zaffke stopped and waited for the light to change so she could resume her ride. The light never did turn Green for Zaffke.

Zaffke was struck by Lora Hunt, 48 who admittedly was painting her nails at the time she hit Zaffke with her Chevy Impala. According to Lake County Sherriff Mark...

Welcome back to the Bull Pen. It's great to see so many of you out enjoying some quality two wheel time. Last year's riding season was brutal to our biker brothers & sisters. We have seen annual increases accidents and fatalities for as long as the pointy heads in Washington have been keeping track. Don't take my word for it, see what Mary has to say.

Motorcycle accidents and fatalities are a major concern. "Our nation's greatest traffic highway safety challenge is...

Welcome back to the Bull Pen. It sure is great to see the warm weather return and all of my fellow bikers enjoying some overdue two wheel therapy. I recently picked up Betty (2009 Street Glide) from the shop after a lengthy repair. Unfortunately, I was hit by a suburban assault vehicle (Mini Van) in December while returning from the Chicagoland Toys for Tots run. Both Betty and I are glad to be on the road again.

Many of you know I am an insurance agent and frequently ask insurance...