Friday, April 10, 2009

cafe racer


I never thought I'd be a bikie-kinda-girl. But ever since this thirty-year-old beauty arrived in our garage I have warmed to the idea of cafe racing. You see it's a 1978 Yamaha SR500. My Dad worked on them when they were first released in England. Daniel bought it, imported a whole load of parts from Japan and turned it into a cafe racer. It's beautiful to look at but slightly uncomfortable to ride. Hence its name. You don't ride on long journeys - you race from cafe to cafe.

My helmet arrived on Thursday and a few hours later I hopped on the back and held on tight. I felt safe with Daniel riding and I loved it more than I first thought. But when we got home my toes were numb and I started searching ebay for a leather jacket. Apparently you are never warm on a bike - it's the adrenalin that keeps you going. I think I want a gorgeous jacket over speed and adrenalin. Just like I want a cappuccino over a beer.

I guess I really am a cafe racer kinda girl.

12 comments:

  1. the cafe racer look definitely suits you! have fun!

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  2. Brave girl. Definitely wear that helmet!@

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  3. awww you look so cute! i love your boots!

    how exciting!

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  4. How cool is that!
    Have fun.... be safe :)

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  5. I've never been a biker kidna girl either, but this looks fun! You look so cute getting ready!

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  6. Gorgeous looking bike! It suits you Cafe Racer!

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  7. i wanna be a cafe racer kinda girl too

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  8. Looks like so much fun! My fave cafe in Melbourne is in fact named Cafe Racer. Lots of different bikes visit there given its perfect location opposite St. Kilda beach! Have fun and be safe!

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  9. Great bike! There is nothing quite like cruising on the back of a bike....the fear just seems to disappear and the freedom creeps in just a little... enjoy

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  10. good on you honey, v rock & roll!

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  11. Awesome bike!
    I have a 1973 suzuki gt185. It's so much fun, but yes you always have to rug up. He's done a great job on it.

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