Introduction

So, I'm a biker.  I love my Motorcycle, I love looking at motorcycles, I look at them when I drive, in parking lots and on the internet.  There is nothing like the feeling of being out on the road on my Bike and just having the time to myself.

Now I know what you think of when you hear the word "Biker"




Or this...



Well - let's just say that I don't fit these types of images.  I'm not a tattooed, bearded, leather wearing biker that instills fear in people and I'm not a young Hooligan on a "crotch-rocket" stunting and weaving in and out of traffic.

I'm just a guy who likes to ride. Period.

So what is the purpose of this blog?  It is to hopefully share a few stories about my love for riding, why I ride and maybe add a little humour and insight.  You see, when I tell people I own a motorcycle - and its a beauty too (in my humble opinion) - I hear it all.  But the most common is - "You own a motorcycle?  Really?  You? And you like riding it?  No way, I don't believe it."  But it's TRUE.  I ride. And I like it.  I know there are others out there, just like me.  You wouldn't label me or pick me out of a crowd in the mall if you tried! Hence the name Atypical Biker.  Maybe I'm more typical than I may think.  Who knows and maybe I'll find out that there are more people just like me.

So it's Spring, and there a plethora of bikes just hitting the road for the first time since the first snow back in the fall.  Please keep an eye and ear open and give them space.  And remember - Bikers aren't bad......they are some of the kindest people and many are just out enjoying a ride, before going home to their families.  Be safe.

Atypical Biker