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Riding with Kiki

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Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/7100 sec, ISO80
 “Kiki” Austin, 2024

I went for a nice ride with Kiki (my motorbike) to meet a friend at the camera store. The store has a semi-annual event where they give out gift vouchers of varying value to the first 50 customers. I got lucky and received a $25 voucher, which I used to buy a couple of packs of Instax film. Woot!

After that, I rode to Ramen Del Barrio to try some of the Mexican-fusion ramen. I ordered the carnitas tonkotsu, which was excellent!

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/60 sec, ISO160
 “Carnitas Ramen” Austin, 2024

I took my Insta360 camera along for the ride so I could make a little motovlog video. Hopefully I can edit it and upload this week.

What a fun day!

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/30 sec, ISO800
 “Kiki” Cedar Park, 2024

Ride Time

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Photo info: Apple iPhone 12 mini, 4.2mm, f/1.6, 1/3000 sec, ISO32
 “Kiki” Cedar Park, 2023

I recently got an Insta360 X3 camera and went out for a ride with Kiki today to get some footage. I tried out different camera angles, and wanted to make a little video, but my GoPro footage was no bueno. I had the camera set too low… Oh well. But I did learn a lot about mounting the camera in different locations. And of course the riding is always fun. 😄

Ready for Another Year

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Photo info: Apple iPhone 12 mini, 4.2mm, f/1.6, 1/1400 sec, ISO32
 “Annual Inspection” Cedar Park, 2023

I got Kiki inspected at the local mechanic today. They are so fast, and a few of the technicians also ride, so it’s fun to chat with them. Motorcycle inspections are only US $7 here in Texas. I don’t know how much they are in other states, but it can’t be much cheaper, right?

Anyways, I bought some motor oil and a filter so I will do an oil change soon. I love my motorbike so much, but I know there’ll come a day when we’ll have to part ways. But for now, let’s enjoy riding together!

Sunday Ride

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Photo info: Apple iPhone 12 mini, 4.2mm, f/1.6, 1/1700 sec, ISO32
 “Sunday Ride” Cedar Park, 2023

Today I went for a nice ride around town with Kiki, my motorbike. I didn’t bring my GoPros so I was just focused on riding and having a good time. I rode over to downtown Austin, then took Lamar Blvd north all the way to Parmer and then back home. The beautiful weather made it a perfect day to be out with Kiki!