I am cursed with being too Anal

[kmalysa]

Reaper that is about what I do. I spent 8 hours on her Sunday, she's only gone 50 miles since re-paint and 5 months of polishing. I put a black satin sheet on her when I finished vowing not to ride her until her exibit at the art Musuem is done. But that's a month away... I am sure I will sneak her out again a few times and spend hours getting her ready for the show again.

[Mickeetwo]

Originally Posted by silver09

I understand completly! But i've learned over the years to enjoy things and use them the way they where supposed to be used. Just ride it enjoy it then clean it up when you get a chance.

I agree completely Mine gets a good cleaning during the winter and during riding season I just wipe it down after each ride. I would rather ride mine than clean it.

[Reaper]

Originally Posted by kmalysa

Reaper that is about what I do. I spent 8 hours on her Sunday, she's only gone 50 miles since re-paint and 5 months of polishing. I put a black satin sheet on her when I finished vowing not to ride her until her exibit at the art Musuem is done. But that's a month away... I am sure I will sneak her out again a few times and spend hours getting her ready for the show again.

Well, looks like there is something wrong with both of us. I wish I wasn't this way, but unfortunately I am. The upside is always riding a perfect looking bike.

[bigchazz]

Originally Posted by kmalysa

I am having a hard time loving and enjoying my bike. The problem is that I am too anal about the appearance of my toys. I blame my Dad (god rest his soul), who drilled it into me to take care of your stuff.
I have restored several cars, mostly black (my fav color), but always sold them shortly after restoration because, If I drove them, I wanted to them to always look thier best. So obviously, after a drive, it took a day or two to clean and polish for the next time out, only for them to get dusty for before that next time!!!! I love toys and love the way they look, when perfect, but at 52 years old, I am tired of keeping my stuff perfect.

Now that I have new paint and have my Dog the way I want it... I am going through the same problem. Even a short 50 mile ride, in my mind needs a complete detail to get rid of dust and bugs.

My other bike is a Goldwing that I used to keep perfect as well, but decided to make it a daily driver rain and shine. I ride it to work and everywhere all year long unless it's snowing or freezing. I was able to overcome keeping it clean every day. I now wash it only once a week.

But I can't seem to enjoy my Dog unless she is 100% presentable at all times. I just don't have time to keep going through this ritual!!!!

I have actually started concidering selling the Dog for the same reason as my old Muscle Cars.

I need help!!!!! Are their any other Anal Retentive nuts like me out there?

ALAS......I have found my twin..........I am totally like you, I feel your pain!

[kmalysa]

Hey Chaz... How are you likeing your Pitbull? I Think your paint is awesome (very stiking combo of orange and black). I actually set out to have mine painted similar when my painter, (The Wizard), took me in the direction of real fire and blades.
Your bike just gleems!!!!!

[kmalysa]

Originally Posted by Reaper

Well, looks like there is something wrong with both of us. I wish I wasn't this way, but unfortunately I am. The upside is always riding a perfect looking bike.

Reaper, I think it's definately some sort of mental illness. Last weekend I made her perfect and covered her with a black satan sheet, to try to keep her pretty for the upcomming show, so today I peek under the sheet and see light dust!!!!!!!! Drives me nuts!!!

BTW I am riding daily including work commutes ( 80's in Ohio for 2 weeks straight in March!!!), but it's the Wing I am riding. I swear after this show... the Dog is going to get some miles on her

[erldawg]

Note to self.....Go out to the garage and wax it up....the bike that is

[seavee]

I catch shit cause I carry a swiffer duster. But it works!

[bigchazz]

Originally Posted by kmalysa

Hey Chaz... How are you likeing your Pitbull? I Think your paint is awesome (very stiking combo of orange and black). I actually set out to have mine painted similar when my painter, (The Wizard), took me in the direction of real fire and blades.
Your bike just gleems!!!!!

Thanks for the words.....any fire is awsome!

[bigchazz]

Originally Posted by kmalysa

Hey Chaz... How are you likeing your Pitbull? I Think your paint is awesome (very stiking combo of orange and black). I actually set out to have mine painted similar when my painter, (The Wizard), took me in the direction of real fire and blades.
Your bike just gleems!!!!!

Thanks for the words.....any fire is awsome!

[PROFLYER]

I think I should loan you mine for a while...be as anal as you want. I'll buy the beer!

[scubaman15]

Originally Posted by PROFLYER

I think I should loan you mine for a while...be as anal as you want. I'll buy the beer!

[Nukeranger]

Originally Posted by seavee

I catch shit cause I carry a swiffer duster. But it works!

X2 I rode from New Orleans to Austin last year for ROT. When I get there after unloading the bike, a fiend comes up with a swiffer duster to get the dust off. It worked really well. I was surprised. I never bought one but I might one day.

I think it is meant for the Northern riders during Fall, Winter, and Spring when their Dogs sit in the garage a lot due to weather.

[KANSAS-K9]

THERE IS A WORD FOR ANAL PEOPLE LIKE US.............MY WIFE CALLS ME A FREAK : )

[Reaper]

Originally Posted by kmalysa

Reaper, I think it's definately some sort of mental illness. Last weekend I made her perfect and covered her with a black satan sheet, to try to keep her pretty for the upcomming show, so today I peek under the sheet and see light dust!!!!!!!! Drives me nuts!!!

BTW I am riding daily including work commutes ( 80's in Ohio for 2 weeks straight in March!!!), but it's the Wing I am riding. I swear after this show... the Dog is going to get some miles on her

I know what you mean, dust pisses me off no end. No matter how perfect it is as soon as I ride it, it is covered in dust, drives me freaking nuts.