Hesston, KS 4-22-09

The folks at Taco Bueno probably wish the ROMEOs would come inside and spend a little money instead of hanging around in their parking lot and then taking off of parts unknown.  That's what about a dozen Salina Rs did this morning before riding to Hesston for lunch.  It was hard to get this bunch on the road they were so busy socializing and working on each others rides.  At least Jim was running around with a screw driver and a yard stick trying his best to find parts for his Bergman.  Neil's 198? naked Voyager was a big hit and the story behind his free acquisition is story worth hearing.

The ride to Hesston was very pleasant and uneventful save for Louie's efforts to put distance between his Harley and the scooters that had him surrounded.  Some of us got a little thrill when, like sheep, we followed Jim up the Interstate on-ramp all the while knowing it was the wrong way to go.  Jim quickly realized his mistake and did a U-turn to get off the ramp the wrong way.  Thankfully there were no law enforcement types around to see us playing follow the leader.

Aggie's wasn't completely overwhelmed with the deluge of ROMEOs (around 60) but we slowed them down a little.  They had a big menu, the food was good but I think this was the first place I've been to that had one of those Please Wait to be Seated signs at the entrance.  Not what the ROMEMs are used to seeing.  My pulled pork sandwich was tasty but the cole slaw what came with it wasn't up to snuff.

Pat, Randy and I bypassed Skoops for DQ in McPherson but stopped at Rickner's Cycle first to have a look around.  Larry Rickner himself came outside to greet us as we were taking off our gear.  He has really got the place stocked up with high quality parts, accessories and clothing.  Also has several nice used bikes and new scooters.  Nice folks, one of the mechanics came out to visit as we were gearing up to leave.

Nice day, it was starting to get a little warm under the black jacket by the time I got home.  Turned on the AC for the first time this year.

Photos:  http://wil6831.multiply.com/photos/album/108/Hesston_KS_4-22-09