Honda used to have a series of motorcycle advertisements that stated “You meet the nicest people on Honda.”
I call BS.
You see, Honda marketed their motorcycles in such a way to get away from the “bad guy” image that Harley riders had in the US. It was all a clever ploy, probably one created by somebody that didn't ride. Because any motorcyclist knows that "you meet the nicest people when you ride." Does the guy pictured here look nice? Nope, but don't judge a book by it's cover. True, he looks like a Japanese Al Capone, but that's actually a picture of Honda Soichiro as a young man. That would be the founder of Honda Motor Company, if you didn't know. He's a nice old guy now...
Since I started riding I've always had someone offer me a helping hand.
I’ve pulled over to the side of the road for a water break, and had motorcyclists stop to make sure I didn’t need anything. Not just sportbike riders, but Harley riders too. (they break down more, so I can see why they thought I was stranded. Just kidding... )
I’ve been invited to stay at people’s houses as a starting point for rides and track days. These are people that know me from a few posts on a forum and a phone conversation. Why? Riders of single track vehicles are passionate, and want to introduce more riders to the sport. Or Cult.
I’ll meet you right here, once you join our ranks. The Cult of the Single Track.
You meet the nicest people in our cult...
Just don't drink the Kool-Aid. ;)
