I’ve met people of all stripes. I have my motorcycle to thank.

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Late fall lowers my spirits for a lot of reasons, but one of the saddest comes on that dreaded day when it’s time to winterize the motorcycle and put it away until spring. It’s almost a half-century since I bought my first bike, and now the season’s end comes with a little extra wistfulness, as I contemplate that my riding career is about over.

Originally published: October 5, 2018