One option is to throw the bike in the back of the truck, or...
I wonder if Debbie would notice if I put a trailer hitch on her car?
Still a ways away to figure out a plan.
The way this F1 season is going, the title may not be wrapped up by then either?

I just re-re-watched the last 10 mins of Moto GP qualifying from Sachsenring. Incredible, intense, dramatic. Better than the race IMO.
Third Moto GP weekend in a row this weekend, I like it!
AMA too this weekend. Hopefully someone (EBR?) can step up and give Yammy a run?
The BSB races get my attention too...Oulton Park last weekend, the tracks are so bizarre compared to what I'm used to seeing, like bicycle paths through a park, except more elevation changes!

Moto GP race was decent this weekend. Points battle has been reset. But...How about WSBK?!? Especailly Race 2. Wow!
+Wade

Not sure what the range is of your budget? Since Vander threw out the Shiver, and you didn't seem scared off by Aprilia...I'll throw my (6'0 220#) current ride into the mix of bikes for you to investigate: Aprilia Falco. Not a full-on Sportbike, but still way more Sport than Tour. They are 1000cc (Rotax) V-Twin, with a reputation for reliability. There is one on Craigslist right now for $3250, within a couple hundred of what I paid for mine last fall, with the bonus Carbon Exhaust. As Vander stated, the AF1 forum (apriliaforum.com) is a wealth of info and a good bunch! At 6'4" it may be a bit "tight" on leg room?
Since a person ought to have a back-up plan, if I "needed" to buy another bike tomorrow, it would be tough to keep me away from an FZ1. There are some trade-offs between the previous gen FZ1s and current gen ('06+). You'd have to research/shop to decide which is the better "value" to you.

Happy Hunting!
+P/Wade

Shit happens quick, including poor decisions, and since I wasn't inside Melandri's helmet, can only imagine he COMPLETLY blanked out to situational awareness (he could have be #2 in a 1-2 BMW finish, that he was #1 in Race 1, with Haslam as #2, it could have been a *perfect* weekend for the TEAM), and it all fell apart, when he decided to not squeeze the brake lever for those 3 extra miliseconds, in an attempt to make it a perfect weekend for himself. His banzai move didn't directly cause any contact, it just lit the fuse. Oh well, he still got to be comforted by his towering GF. Very doubtful it will cause him trouble with the team. After all, he got BMW their first/only win . Rea was just in the right/wrong place at the right/wrong time .
Other things that should keep WSBK very interesting this year: What will happen if they figure out how to keep tires under "The Grinna' and his Kawi? I'm also looking forward to seeing Hoppa' back in it, he either needs calcium supplements or better body armor though.
As far as the MC Race series this year...it was fortunate for WSBK to put on a good show this week. That last race at Monza was almost as painful to watch as that F1 race at Indy a few (??) years back with 8 cars, or what ever it was. Riding a 'Prilla, I try to be a Biaggi fan, but damn, he makes it difficult! MotoGP is at least, less predictable this year than last. BSB is a great show, those bike paths they race around in the "parks" are wicked! AMA ain't bad either! I have also been enjoying watching qualifying for WSBK and MotoGP, as much as the races themselves, the tension really builds! Thank goodness for racingforme, as Speed TV can suck it! Speaking of poor decisions, can you believe they cut away from post race interviews to show soccer? Yes, soccer, on Speed. Again, suck it Speed. 
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Thanks Don...good original topic and link. Glad to hear others input and some alternate signals too.
+Wade

A few thoughts, which can be discredited, due to my noob status (I probably ought to put a piece of yellow tape on the back of my helmet, not that there'll be anyone behind me to see it ), but I'll throw them out there, as I do have some other experiences with group dynamics, and these ideas have been inspired as I have followed this thread. I'll also say up front that I don't care for "rules" or layers of admin, but without some order no organization survives. Selfishly, I want MN-MSTA to survive, without burning out its current or future leaders, as I am certain I have stumbled on the right group for me. I'd hate to see all the group knowledge that exists here decide to throw in the towel, and then have future ST riders have to re-learn lots of what already does work here. So I'll offer them up, maybe there is something useful or can lead to a better idea tucked in there somewhere:
Level 1 (Open) rides. For riders with limited previous exposure to Group Rides and/or Route navigation (like me!), or existing members who just prefer an easier pace, somewhat tighter groups. Shorter rides, couple hours maybe. Closer to town. Definite rider expectations are laid out. Introduce us noobs to route sheets, GPS and other preperation steps needed for proper touring. I can already imagine that recruiting ride leaders for this may be a challenge, as it (likely) wouldn't be as enjoyable as full touring rides, but hopefully as new riders become old riders, they are inspired to pay-it-backwards.
Next idea is to have new riders (maybe some legacy members too?) do a solo navigation route. More like a rallye, NOT a race, follow the route sheet, for a timed 60 minute (or whatever) loop par time. This could even be done in town (Tour of the Lakes?). Could do multiple riders at one time, with 2 minute staggered departures. Possibly, this could even be done on an "honor" system. I truly think I would do some in/around town route-sheet practice rides. Maybe have some not-very-direct-route sheets to Leo's South through Prior Lake or Bob's Cycle Supply via Como Park? This "check-ride" can graduate a rider to the next level...
Level 2 (Open or Closed?). Other than the ride organizer specifying the usual stuff, there is one stipulation: EVERY rider on the ride will be the leader for a minimum (20 mile?) stint. This will give everyone a taste of what that "privilege" truly feels like, and ensures that they give some thought to being prepared to be more than a "follower", which inherently better prepares everyone to truly ride-your-own-ride®.
Finally, Level 3. Organizers Call.
Maybe some/all of these have already been tried, either here, or one of the other MSTA chapters? Dunno, haven't been around long enough yet to know. But again, just throwing it out there for wiser minds to digest, all in the interest of group self-preservation. Hope it helps.
+Wade