introduction from a new list member

[Nassif, Joe]

Hi folks, I'm Joe, and I'm a motorcycle addict. (so started his twelve step program speech) Been an avid motorcyclist for over 30 years, mostly street duty. Started off in '74, at 14, on dirt with a Suzuki two stroke street bike converted for dirt duty. (i.e. knobbies) From there I progressed through many bikes, both practical and fantasy. Been into long distance riding since mid-eighties and into the IBA rides and rallies since mid-nineties. Got heavily into dual-sporting in '95 on a new KLR650. Ridden everything from dirt bikes, Harleys and Sport bikes to Gold Wings and Beemers. A couple of days ago I picked up another '99 KLR650 am looking forward to getting back into trail riding and off-highway "adventure" touring. Also looking forward to the interaction on this list. Greetings everyone. Ride safe, Ride often. Joe Nassif Santa Fe, NM http://www.users.uswest.net/~jnassif/