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Jeanette Tran, Contributing Writer
Jeanette started riding in 2005 after her car was stolen in San Diego, where she was attending school. After being introduced to the back roads of San Diego, she took off riding and never looked back. Now back home in the Bay Area, she continues to explore all that the off-beaten paths have to offer and looks forward to discovering more and more adventures with her bikes every day.
Bikes
Present: '05 Ducati Monster 620 Dark
Past: '82 Kawasaki KZ 250, '02 Suzuki SV650, '02 Kawasaki Ninja 250
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Cruz-ing Destinations
The one thing I love the most about living in the Bay Area are the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Jun 21, 2010
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Dark Thoughts
I present to you, my Dark Monster. 2005 Ducati Monster 620 Dark, all stock with 1500 miles! I’m ready for summer now, how about you?
Jun 8, 2010
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Yet Another Sweet Ride
Highland Valley Road is usually taken during the first half of my rides is because I think that this road requires more attention from me than any other road.
May 22, 2010
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Different kind of Mother's
In honor of Mother's day I thought it would only be appropriate to write about every motorcyclists favorite 'Mother'.
May 6, 2010
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A Rider's Wonderland
In the heart of where all amazing roads meet, you will find Alice’s. Not only will you be able to fulfill your physical hunger, but also you will be able to fulfill your longing for a great ride.
Apr 21, 2010
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One Sweet Ride
Two great things I enjoy in life: food and riding. So it only makes sense that some of the greatest and memorable outings have a combination of both.
Apr 6, 2010
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Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum
If you are craving some pancakes and also have an urge to view some vintage motorcycles, Solvang is the place to be...
Feb 22, 2010
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When having gas is a good thing...
As I am sitting in my car on the way home from work, stuck in some pretty heavy evening traffic, the orange gas light taunts me.
Feb 8, 2010
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Time to hit the road...
Finding that perfect roommates is always a tricky thing and I just so happen to have the worse luck with them.
Jan 5, 2010
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All work, no ride ... boggles the mind
It's time to ring in the New Year with some riding! Or that is what I had hoped for...instead I am swamped with work and seeing nothing but my desk and computer screen all almost 7 days a week.
Jan 5, 2010
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Firstgear Women's Monarch Jacket
After moving back to the Bay Area, I really wanted to purchase a nice cold weather riding jacket. I searched for such a long time, and I have finally been able to find it, and not to mention at a great price.
Dec 23, 2009
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Wind Blows
After stuffing myself with a good helping of turkey and the best homemade pumpkin cheesecake ever (thanks sis!) it was time to pack and load up to go to the track!
Dec 10, 2009
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Gratitude For the Biker Attitude
In the spirit of Thanksgiving this month, I wanted to use this article to express how grateful I am for my friends in the motorcycling world.
Nov 27, 2009
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Moto Tricks for Treats, Anyone?
It was not until a few days before Halloween that my friends brought to my attention that there was a possibility of combining that passion for dressing up and my passion for riding all into one!
Nov 6, 2009
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Flat out of luck,,,?
After my last fiasco with the bike, it took a week before it was all put together again in tip-top running condition. (Many thanks to my friend(s) for pulling through and helping me out on this one).
Oct 22, 2009
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Burning the midnight (motor) oil
So the first chance that I got, my bike ended up over at a friend's garage and a few of us started to pull that thing apart.
Oct 6, 2009
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A Bike with a Broken Heart
So I picked up my bike from my friend's garage on Friday night, and I was very excited because this was going to be the first time I was going to really ride it.
Sep 21, 2009
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Say Hello to Scarlet!
I now have a lovely new-to-me bike sitting in the garage! I am so excited to have a set of 2 wheels again, and I cannot stop thinking about all of the rides and adventures I have to look forward to.
Sep 06, 2009
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The Widthdrawal
For one reason or another I ended up selling all of my road bikes, and now I am craving to ride once again.
Aug 06, 2009
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NorCal BMW Gypsy Range of Light Tour
For any of you in the Northern California area with nothing to do this Labor Day weekend, I would personally recommend that you take a look at NorCal BMW's Gypsy Range of Light Tour.
Aug 06, 2009
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Young and Dangerous
Not only does being a rider myself make me more aware of other motorcyclist while I am in my car, but it also seems to spread to my friends and family as well.
Jul 21, 2009
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A Risk Worth Fighting For
A few days ago I found out that one of the riders on the forums that I frequent was in a terrible motorcycle accident. She was fortunate to have survived the accident, but the past few days have been a struggle.
Jul 7, 2009
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Dirty Girl Addiction
"What goes up, must come down." "When it rain, it pours." My first day dirt riding was the epitome of those phrases combined.
Jun 21, 2009
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For Sale: Female Owned...
It surprised me when someone started a nice ranting thread shortly after the ad was posted in regards to the phrase "Female Owned.
May 21, 2009
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Can't Believe You're Really Gone
In this economic slump, dramatic times call for drastic measures, but who would have thought I would actually sell one of my children for some spending money. Okay, so it is not really my child, but still...
Feb 21, 2009
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Raining Memories
Next time you see rain, try giving into your adventurous side and take the bike out for a spin! Either that, or attempting to pull your bike inside the house for a little cuddle wouldn't hurt either.
Feb 21, 2009
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Getting Around that Mental Roadblock
My whole body was itching to jump on my bike and (as corny as this sounds) take off riding into the sunset on some random back roads.
Jan 21, 2009
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More than Just Sugar and Spice
Seeing as to how this is my first contribution to SMR, I thought it would be fitting to give a short introduction. Yes, I am a girl. And yes, I ride motorcycles.
Dec 23, 2008
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