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[moke123]

Harley v. Indian History

 

[The_Doc_Man]

As a foreigner, that picture needs explanation I'm afraid. Is it an 'in' joke? A hog is a type of pig isn't it? I don't think we have Indians or hogs in the UK. Unless it's a less than complimentary reference to native Americans and pigs, but I can't see the connection. Its a mystery.
Col

While I cannot address the origin of the name, and NG has already given a reasonable definition, I CAN offer some evidence that HD cycles were called "hogs" fifty years ago. Witness this video from the band Steppenwolf from 1970. The lyrics are about night-time riding.

 

[ColinEssex]

So it's not that a Harley (hog) is a pig to drive then.
Col

 

[NauticalGent]

Our first Poker Run. Over 100 bikes from at least 5 Rider Clubs. Only 3 bikes were NOT Harleys (our two Scouts and a Honda Shadow). We spent most of our time at the stops fielding questions. Fun times...

 

[moke123]

We spent most of our time at the stops fielding questions.

Get used to it. Mines 5 years old and barely a ride goes by without someone making a comment or asking questions. You'll also meet people and get the "You're the guy with the Indian, Right?"

 

[NauticalGent]

Off to slay The (back of) Dragon. If I had know a mid-life crises was going to be so fun, I would have started sooner!

 

[Cotswold]

Just in case you missed it. The Isle of Man TT starts 29th May until the 10th of June. The weather is looking good, so a few new records possible.

 

[ColinEssex]

Just in case you missed it. The Isle of Man TT starts 29th May until the 10th of June. The weather is looking good, so a few new records possible.

I wonder how many will be killed this year.
Col

 

[moke123]

Wow, looks like fun. Enjoy!

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[ColinEssex]

Just in case you missed it. The Isle of Man TT starts 29th May until the 10th of June. The weather is looking good, so a few new records possible.

Let's take bets on how many riders will die this year. I'll say 3.
Col

 

[pbaldy]

Looks like a fun ride/drive. If I were a little closer I'd join you. I'd be the little red car filling up your rear view mirrors.

There are some great mountain roads around here, but typically too many "Sunday drivers" to allow for an enjoyable drive/ride. Have fun!

 

[NauticalGent]

You could rent a SlingShot...

 

[NauticalGent]

Just in case you missed it. The Isle of Man TT starts 29th May until the 10th of June. The weather is looking good, so a few new records possible.

Had never heard of it til now. Looks like quite an event!

 

[Cotswold]

I wonder how many will be killed this year.
Col

Maybe some will but hopefully not. All it takes is a fraction of a second of lost concentration at 180ph. Last year sadly a father and son died in the sidecar race.

They do say though that the feeling they get racing is like nothing else and that is the main reason why they do it. They also say other people like to leap out of 'planes or go mountain climbing which puts them at a similar risk of death from error, or mistake. The TT is also a social event with whole families there in support. Personally I'd never do it but good luck to those who do.

 

[Cotswold]

Looks like a fun ride/drive. If I were a little closer I'd join you. I'd be the little red car filling up your rear view mirrors.

There are some great mountain roads around here, but typically too many "Sunday drivers" to allow for an enjoyable drive/ride. Have fun!

Have to say that of all my rides the IOM TT course is amongst the top three. I've not ridden it on closed roads but even at legal speeds the whole route is special.

The last time I did it, over Snaefell it was a bit misty and I'll just say it can be a slight surprise and somewhat of a novelty, to see a tram emerging out of the mist in front of me.

Out of interest. The fastest ride for the 37.73 miles is 16:32 minutes, average 135.5MPH. I probably took somewhat longer!

(if you ask an estate agent on the island how far the house is from the sea , they'll probably say not more than a couple of minutes)

 

[ColinEssex]

Maybe some will but hopefully not. All it takes is a fraction of a second of lost concentration at 180ph. Last year sadly a father and son died in the sidecar race.

They do say though that the feeling they get racing is like nothing else and that is the main reason why they do it. They also say other people like to leap out of 'planes or go mountain climbing which puts them at a similar risk of death from error, or mistake. The TT is also a social event with whole families there in support. Personally I'd never do it but good luck to those who do.

Let's hope everyone has a safe enjoyable time.
Col

 

[ColinEssex]

A "redneck" is a light-skinned country laborer whose neck is frequently sunburned.

Why is it OK to say 'redneck' about someone but not 'red indian' which I'm guessing still refers to sunburn bodies.?
Col

 

[NauticalGent]

Red Indian is fine, Red Skin however is the height of rudness and racism...but only if you name a professional sports team that.

 

[ColinEssex]

Thanks for that, it's always a bit confusing, especially as they use both names in cowboy films.
Col

 

[The_Doc_Man]

Cowboy films tend to exaggerate a bit for dramatic effect. However, saying "redneck" is another one of those cases where it depends on how you say it. A person who makes an honest (if probably marginal) living as a farmer will probably have a neck reddened by the sun, but if you call him a redneck he would be insulted. He got his red neck honestly. The title "redneck" - as referenced by Jeff Foxworthy - describes people on whom the honestly-earned rednecked people would look down.