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@motomd.bsky.social

Half-fast motorcycle traveler, half-assed amateur photographer, nature and history, birds and insects, national parks, avid procrastinator. All pictures I post were taken by me, unless otherwise noted.

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A gray and yellow motorcycle facing to the right is parked next to a narrow community boardwalk and beach, with a large bay in the background. It's a sunny day with a few puffy clouds on the horizon. A bridge is visible far in the distance.

A gray and yellow motorcycle facing to the right is parked next to a narrow community boardwalk and beach, with a large bay in the background. It's a sunny day with a few puffy clouds on the horizon. A bridge is visible far in the distance.

Took a ride to Rock Hall, MD today. Perfect weather. You can just make out the Chesapeake Bay bridge on the horizon.
#motorcycle #motorbike #motosky #photography #RockHall #Maryland

07.10.2025 00:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Love it! Nice variety of bikes too!

06.10.2025 03:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yes, each state makes its own road rules, though most riders tend to keep their lights on regardless. ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ‘

05.10.2025 19:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A black motorcycle parked next to a green North Carolina state welcome sign. The sign includes an image of the NC state flag. There are two other motorcyclists riding through a curve in the road. It's a sunny day, with the trees in Autumn foliage.

A black motorcycle parked next to a green North Carolina state welcome sign. The sign includes an image of the NC state flag. There are two other motorcyclists riding through a curve in the road. It's a sunny day, with the trees in Autumn foliage.

"Welcome to North Carolina"
But for the low quality image, it's hard to believe it's been 15 years since I took this shot.
#SignsonSunday #StateSigns #motorcycle #motorcycles #motorbike #motosky #photography #NorthCarolina #TailoftheDragon

05.10.2025 17:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 25    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The moon filtered through broken clouds with treetops below.

The moon filtered through broken clouds with treetops below.

#AlphabetChallenge #WeekNforNights
#photography

02.10.2025 14:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yep, from a few years ago when I did a loop of Lake Erie. Fun trip!

29.09.2025 03:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A black motorcycle parked on the shoulder of a rural road, in front of a green New York state welcome sign. The bike has camping gear strapped to the passenger seat, and a personalized license plate reading "UNCAGD."

A black motorcycle parked on the shoulder of a rural road, in front of a green New York state welcome sign. The bike has camping gear strapped to the passenger seat, and a personalized license plate reading "UNCAGD."

"Welcome to New York - The Empire State"
#SignsonSunday #StateSigns #motorcycle #motorcycles #motorbike #motosky #photography #NewYork

29.09.2025 02:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 22    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yeah, I'm regularly blown away at the great stuff folks post under that tag ๐Ÿ‘

28.09.2025 13:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A motorcycle parked on the shoulder of a road entering the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation.

A motorcycle parked on the shoulder of a road entering the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation.

#BlueSkyArtShow #TheRoad #Lakota #Dakota
#motorcycle #motosky #photography

27.09.2025 18:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 43    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Awesome!

22.09.2025 22:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It's definitely fun. Go on a weekday to avoid the crowds!

21.09.2025 21:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I think the V7 is one of the prettiest of the modern retro bikes out there. Haven't ridden one yet, but definitely will at some point. ๐Ÿ‘

21.09.2025 20:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks!

21.09.2025 19:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Can't wait to get back to NM; so beautiful!

21.09.2025 19:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks Valheru!

21.09.2025 19:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'm still wrapping up the break-in miles, so I haven't really explored the upper end of the power band yet, but it starts pulling very strong at about 4k rpm and just gets stronger up to 6k. Can't wait to check out the power up to the 9k redline. Loving it so far!

21.09.2025 19:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Definitely! God help me if I ever hit the lottery!

21.09.2025 15:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A black motorcycle, precariously loaded for a road trip, parked on the side of an empty highway in front of a yellow New Mexico state welcome sign. The landscape is wide open grassland with mountains in the far distance, under a bright sun with puffy clouds.

A black motorcycle, precariously loaded for a road trip, parked on the side of an empty highway in front of a yellow New Mexico state welcome sign. The landscape is wide open grassland with mountains in the far distance, under a bright sun with puffy clouds.

"Welcome to New Mexico - Land of Enchantment"
May 2022
#SignsonSunday #StateSigns #motorcycle #motorcycles #motorbike #motosky #photography #NewMexico

21.09.2025 15:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 74    ๐Ÿ” 6    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Thanks!

21.09.2025 15:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Love those '70s bikes!

21.09.2025 13:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks WJB!

21.09.2025 13:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Agreed! And this pic in particular isn't the best angle or lighting (but I liked the background!)

21.09.2025 13:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

For now, yes, the BMW R1200R is staying. After 16 years and 120k miles all over North America I can't bear to let it go, but it needs major surgery. I sold a Kawasaki Vulcan to make room for the Guzzi. (And I hesitate to mention a couple project bikes tucked in the corner too. ๐Ÿ˜”)

21.09.2025 13:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks!

21.09.2025 12:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A yellow and gray Moto Guzzi motorcycle with the Chesapeake Bay as a backdrop.

A yellow and gray Moto Guzzi motorcycle with the Chesapeake Bay as a backdrop.

Well, it was bound to happen eventually; I've succumbed to the new bike itch. Meet the newest member of my small stable, a 2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio.
#motorcycle #motorbike #motosky #motoguzzi

21.09.2025 12:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 89    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 10    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Sunset over Assawoman Bay from the 25th floor of a building in Ocean City, Maryland

Sunset over Assawoman Bay from the 25th floor of a building in Ocean City, Maryland

Assawoman Bay, Ocean City, #Maryland, USA
18 Sept 2025
#photography

18.09.2025 23:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 18    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A yellow and gray Moto Guzzi motorcycle parked on a beach with a power generating station in the background.

A yellow and gray Moto Guzzi motorcycle parked on a beach with a power generating station in the background.

Yellow bikes!

14.09.2025 03:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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"Welcome to New Jersey"
Another oldie but goodie for #SignsonSunday #StateSigns
#motorcycle #motorcycles #motorbike #motosky #photography #NewJersey

24.08.2025 22:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 36    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Love Mt. Washington! I need to plan another New England trip.

17.08.2025 21:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A black motorcycle parked on the shoulder of a rural road, next to a blue sign reading Welcome-Bienvenue to New Hampshire "Live Free or Die."

A black motorcycle parked on the shoulder of a rural road, next to a blue sign reading Welcome-Bienvenue to New Hampshire "Live Free or Die."

"Welcome - Bienvenue to New Hampshire"
"Live Free or Die"
Had to go way back to 2007 for this one. I've been to New Hampshire several times since then; not sure why I didn't get an updated picture. ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ
#SignsonSunday #StateSigns #motorcycle #motorcycles #motorbike #motosky #photography #NewHampshire

17.08.2025 21:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 37    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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