New ST Owner!

[ricallen]

Good afternoon, everyone!

As of 1 week ago, I became the proud owner of a '99 ST1100 with just over 19K miles on it.

Gotta say, I am already beginning to appreciate just how nice this bike is! And I am also looking forward to getting to meet some other ST riders as well!

Best regards,

Ric

[Carl_T]

She's a beauty allright, nice photos. :)

[Mellow]

Man!.. that thing looks brand new... 19k?, it is brand new... Welcome to the site. There are a few Southern CAs here that's for sure...

[AgSTreak]

Welcome to the post. You're gonna love it here with this great bunch of riders. Nice find, I like the color. Ride safe.

[crinteastwood]

Welcome ric: if you ever get tired of that great looking black paint - give me a call and I'll swap you for some fast blue. Great looking ride you bought.
Mick :04biker:

[ricallen]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

One thing for certain is that this bike was very well cared for, as it certainly does look just about as good as new. I was quite surprised (and pleased) when I first went to check it out. And as I am quickly learning, 19K can barely even be considered "broken in" for this bike! The historical longetivity of the ST was a major factor in my decision to purchase one.

[wjbertrand]

Thanks for the warm welcome!

One thing for certain is that this bike was very well cared for, as it certainly does look just about as good as new. I was quite surprised (and pleased) when I first went to check it out. And as I am quickly learning, 19K can barely even be considered "broken in" for this bike! The historical longetivity of the ST was a major factor in my decision to purchase one.

Yup. Just sold a '93 with 146K on it and it was running as well as the day it was new. The reputation for longevity, I hope, will carry over to the ST1300 too. So far so good based on everything I've heard.

[Pred8tor]

Beautiful bike - welcome to the club! I'm sure you're love riding your ST!

[Ken]

Very sharp ride. I was always partial to the black 1100's personally. Congrats!

[intruderjohn]

Hey a nudder California type welcome & nice ride.

[beatlejuice]

choice lookin! let me know if you want to meet at the rock store in lake hughs sometime. ill ride out from canyon country. :04biker:

[ricallen]

choice lookin! let me know if you want to meet at the rock store in lake hughs sometime. ill ride out from canyon country. :04biker:
You are right down the road from me! We absolutely should hook up for a ride some time. :03biker:

Now, forgive my ignorance, but what exactly is the Rock Store?

[ricallen]

Hey a nudder California type welcome & nice ride.
Thanks, John! Wicked rake you have added to your 1400 there! Very impressive! :cool:

[beatlejuice]

You are right down the road from me! We absolutely should hook up for a ride some time. :03biker:

Now, forgive my ignorance, but what exactly is the Rock Store?
:04biker: well its really called the rock inn. anyhow its a real old restaurant + bar (if u go out palmdale bl. and just keep goin you'll run into it} lots of hardley abelson riders go there. its kind of a hoot on sunday watchin all the hardleys wobble in. i cant make it out this weekend but watch the california part of the forum, im gonna try to put a calico ghost town ride together soon. thats out of barstow. well enjoy the ride ill catch up with you later :04biker:

[Horst]

Rock Store ... Alice's ... you Californians have it all ! ... :eek:

[intruderjohn]

Thanks, John! Wicked rake you have added to your 1400 there! Very impressive! :cool:
It's bumped out to 49 degrees it's a challenge on a u-turn but a real kick to cruise the Pacific Coast Highway. :04biker:

[beatlejuice]

com'on down horst. we can have breakfast at peggy sues diner on the way to vegas.

[ricallen]

:04biker: well its really called the rock inn. anyhow its a real old restaurant + bar (if u go out palmdale bl. and just keep goin you'll run into it} lots of hardley abelson riders go there. its kind of a hoot on sunday watchin all the hardleys wobble in. i cant make it out this weekend but watch the california part of the forum, im gonna try to put a calico ghost town ride together soon. thats out of barstow. well enjoy the ride ill catch up with you later :04biker:

Sounds like a plan! And now that you describe the Rock Store, I remember that I have heard of it.

[ST_Jim]

Actually, the world famous "Rock Store" is over on Muholland Highway near Malibu. Rock Store Story (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=1306&Page=1)
The "Rock Inn" is a little more of a locals place in Lake Hughes on Elizabeth Lake Road. Rock Inn (http://www.rockinnusa.com/)

Both have the ST_Jim seal of approval! :D .

[ricallen]

Actually, the world famous "Rock Store" is over on Muholland Highway near Malibu. Rock Store Story (http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=1306&Page=1)
The "Rock Inn" is a little more of a locals place in Lake Hughes on Elizabeth Lake Road. Rock Inn (http://www.rockinnusa.com/)

Both have the ST_Jim seal of approval! :D .
Twice the ride opportunities!! Thanks for the clarification, Jim!

[Hayduke]

Nice bike! Here's mine-
http://hayduke.smugmug.com/photos/13405610-M.jpg

[Putt]

Nice bike! Here's mine-
http://hayduke.smugmug.com/photos/13405610-M.jpg

Hey Hay,
Was thru Salida last Saturday, stopped at a couple of places on
50 and asked if they knew a fishing guide in the area that drove a motorcycle..
No luck..... Man, I love that area... The Arkansas river had a bunch of floaters
and fishermen enjoying themselves though :)

Putt...

[Mike]

Gotta love that classic style the ST1100 has, it will be around a long time.

Not many people know the Germans designed the ST1100 for Honda, guess that's why it looks like a beemer in some respects.

[sherob]

Isn't that nice... they named a lake after me! :D

[Tool Man]

Beauty bike Ric, I'm looking for the same bike with ABS. How did you locate your new ride? I've been using cycletrader.com without much luck. Thanks for the info. Tim Allen