Long winter's night sleep

Friday was the Christmas Lunch at work. Some emergency calls early in the morning meant that I had to wait to drive into work for lunch instead of the entire day. But, with temperatures in the 50's, it was a day made for riding.

So I rode into work, leather jacket over business casual attire, boots, helmet, etc. The only thing exposed to the wind was my Dockers - not very wind resistent. But thanks to the engine guard chaps, I kept my legs close to the engine and out of the wind. Even got a little warmth from the engine, so life was GREAT.

The line for food went from one end of hte building to the other, so I said hi to several people, dropped off a couple of gifts, and then went on my way home.....via the mall. Have to admit, I got a few looks as I was half in leathers, and half in business attire!

Today (Sunday) the weather was in the low 60's (imagine, 60's in Ohio in mid December! - but not a record tho...), and I got the bike out for a good washing. It had been awhile and really needed it as Kermit will most likely be spending the next few months in the garage, looking longingly out the garage door.

Buddy has settled in for the winter hibernation - in the saddlebags. So I guess the rest of the winter, I will be starting Kermit from time to time keep the cylinders lubed and water from settling in the gas tank. Also have to keep the mice out of the exhausts!

Kermit snuggled in for a long winter's nap: