Oh man. It was simply lovely. I know this. might sound bad but I LOVE BRITS! You guys are my kind of people. Kind, warm, friendly, not annoying, funny, humble and your dogs are quiet! :) Next time, maybe we can meet there!
My formative experience, the moment I fell completely in love with motorcycles, was very similar to yours.
I was 16 and waiting at the bus stop
In the precinct of a town called Havant. My mate, Billy, a year older, had a white Kawasaki S1 250cc triple two stroke. He roared up the main steeet then coasted up to me, killing the ignition and kicking down the side as smoothly as you see someone, for example, safely handling a firearm. The whole thing was just unbearably cool.
After we’d chatted for a few minutes, Billy kicked his Kwaker back to life. In a fraction of a second, he flipped up the side stand, dropped it into 1st & gunned it. He wheelied over a kerbstone & went wide open throttle & up through the gears as he howled away, leaving three wafts of faint blueish exhaust smoke, the smell of which could be detected for a good while.
I still own the 1977 Suzuki GT380B that I bought in 1978.
These old bikes are, for me, like time machines on two wheels.
I have yet to ride a newer Honda 600 CBR. The cost of a different one exceeds the advantage of paying thousands for one. I can't explain the feeling of having it around so long. ??
I certainly don't need the 30 extra HP @ 14000 RPM for a two wheel experience any more.
When it seems impossible to love you more there's another heart string.. probably a bit older than you but my first love was 1973 Yamaha 250 and biggest thrill was showing the boys girls can ride too.. very rebellious act at the time & good omen for a lifetime of challenging limits.. I still have the license but gave up bikes for babies a few decades ago.. hardly matters the feelings come flooding back like it was yesterday.. big time thanks for the fab detour down memory lane. <3
Jun 14, 2023·edited Jun 14, 2023Liked by Jessica Rose
OMG!
My first bike was a 1971 YAS1, a 125cc two stroke twin, looked old because the fork legs were painted metal tubes.
My second was a 1972 YDS7 Yamaha which may have been exactly the same model you owned.
My word, that was brisk. Yellow and black, it reminded me of an angry wasp.
It would do an indicated 100mph, chin on the clocks, on a slightly downhill motorway into Portsmouth in 1977.
If I’d given a thought to what would happen if for a few seconds lubrication to the upper cylinders failed, I’d not have held it at WOT (wide open throttle) for so long.
Eventually I crashed it during an impossible overtake and ended up with metal plates in my wrist which I still have to this day.
When you’re a 17 yo male in those days, most of us were walking Darwin Award candidates.
This is how we see you! You are our representation and we are so appreciative. Glad to hear this event went off without a hitch...I think these events will only get more significant from this point forward
This is going to sound like a cliché, but I feel like I was with all of you there in spirit. The BWC brings together some of my favorite human beings on the planet, and I feel like we are all inextricably connected through our shared love of truth, freedom, and humanity 🤗
Here is Wikipedia's take: "The World Council for Health is a pseudo-medical organisation dedicated to spreading misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines and promoting fake COVID-19 treatments." Uh, no, I'm seeing lots of real doctors there. I don't get why theory is supposed to trump actual facts observed by practicing physicians.
This recent presentation at an alternative medicine conference, "What is science?", seems apropos:
Jessica thank you to the moon! You are a beautiful, modest, down to earth, brilliant, human being , and a true hero who enriches the lives, and gives hope to millions of deeply concerned and troubled people the world over-- and you are Canadian as well! Though not as large in number as other countries, Canadians who have stuck their necks out, as turtles do, despite threat to person and livelyhood are among the most courageous and strong.
It was great to meet you, though we barely spoke. You’re a bit standoffish, but that’s pretty typical for a scientist. Your work is a testament to your love of humanity.
What a great event that seems to have been.
I love the location too. I’ve visited Bath 2-3 times but always in a professional rush. It looks utterly beautiful,
Best wishes and thanks Jess!
Mike
Oh man. It was simply lovely. I know this. might sound bad but I LOVE BRITS! You guys are my kind of people. Kind, warm, friendly, not annoying, funny, humble and your dogs are quiet! :) Next time, maybe we can meet there!
I visited Bath 50 years ago in 1973 and hope it has not changed. Saw Longleat nearby as well.
Wow, I can hear & smell that “Elsie”.
My formative experience, the moment I fell completely in love with motorcycles, was very similar to yours.
I was 16 and waiting at the bus stop
In the precinct of a town called Havant. My mate, Billy, a year older, had a white Kawasaki S1 250cc triple two stroke. He roared up the main steeet then coasted up to me, killing the ignition and kicking down the side as smoothly as you see someone, for example, safely handling a firearm. The whole thing was just unbearably cool.
After we’d chatted for a few minutes, Billy kicked his Kwaker back to life. In a fraction of a second, he flipped up the side stand, dropped it into 1st & gunned it. He wheelied over a kerbstone & went wide open throttle & up through the gears as he howled away, leaving three wafts of faint blueish exhaust smoke, the smell of which could be detected for a good while.
I still own the 1977 Suzuki GT380B that I bought in 1978.
These old bikes are, for me, like time machines on two wheels.
I still have and ride my 1989 600 Honda CBR . After dozens of larger Bikes.
The only one I kept the longest. Seems like only yesterday it was brand new.
I have yet to ride a newer Honda 600 CBR. The cost of a different one exceeds the advantage of paying thousands for one. I can't explain the feeling of having it around so long. ??
I certainly don't need the 30 extra HP @ 14000 RPM for a two wheel experience any more.
I do think you ride the best bike ever made for global sales from honda.
I like the naked street fighter look more than the clad side panel crotch rocket.
100 hp and 400 lbs is an Aero Space Quality engineered machine. A+
I have owned 3 Gold wings and HDs plus so many dirt bikes. Too big/bulky and no fun.
When it seems impossible to love you more there's another heart string.. probably a bit older than you but my first love was 1973 Yamaha 250 and biggest thrill was showing the boys girls can ride too.. very rebellious act at the time & good omen for a lifetime of challenging limits.. I still have the license but gave up bikes for babies a few decades ago.. hardly matters the feelings come flooding back like it was yesterday.. big time thanks for the fab detour down memory lane. <3
OMG!
My first bike was a 1971 YAS1, a 125cc two stroke twin, looked old because the fork legs were painted metal tubes.
My second was a 1972 YDS7 Yamaha which may have been exactly the same model you owned.
My word, that was brisk. Yellow and black, it reminded me of an angry wasp.
It would do an indicated 100mph, chin on the clocks, on a slightly downhill motorway into Portsmouth in 1977.
If I’d given a thought to what would happen if for a few seconds lubrication to the upper cylinders failed, I’d not have held it at WOT (wide open throttle) for so long.
Eventually I crashed it during an impossible overtake and ended up with metal plates in my wrist which I still have to this day.
When you’re a 17 yo male in those days, most of us were walking Darwin Award candidates.
I’ve been wary of overtaking ever since!
Hahaha.....where there was risk....there was choice. Life on 2 wheels is living free.
Life on the rear wheel is experimenting with gravity and gyroscopic effects. Cool...
Wheee....Good on ye mates. I raced motocross at 21. Against 16 yr olds with Ballz.
As they weighed less than me, they had the advantage. And no fears.
This is how we see you! You are our representation and we are so appreciative. Glad to hear this event went off without a hitch...I think these events will only get more significant from this point forward
Thanks for the reporting, Jessica, keep blooming your Rose.
Stay safe and free.
This is going to sound like a cliché, but I feel like I was with all of you there in spirit. The BWC brings together some of my favorite human beings on the planet, and I feel like we are all inextricably connected through our shared love of truth, freedom, and humanity 🤗
Thank you for all that you do, Jessica. You are a great example of the spiritual warrior with the beautiful heart and mind.
And I can relate to your "low bandwidth for the number of interactions" you can process. Good description! :)
Keep shining your light.
Thank you Jessica for being a lovely, powerful, relentless human being too - you are a true warrior
Dr. Rose, I thought your readers might be interested to see the website of the WCH:
https://worldcouncilforhealth.org/
It looks terrific.
Here is Wikipedia's take: "The World Council for Health is a pseudo-medical organisation dedicated to spreading misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines and promoting fake COVID-19 treatments." Uh, no, I'm seeing lots of real doctors there. I don't get why theory is supposed to trump actual facts observed by practicing physicians.
This recent presentation at an alternative medicine conference, "What is science?", seems apropos:
https://traditionalmedicineconference.com/program/scientific-program/2023/what-is-science
All the best!
Oh, that Wikipedia entry is 𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒖𝒔! So pathetically 𝒐𝒃𝒗𝒊𝒐𝒖𝒔 they are.
So the Mafia don't like it. Yay! Proof that it's doing things right.
Thank you for sharing!! There are some great "7 Favorite Food" recipes on the site along with lots of useful information.
Jessica thank you to the moon! You are a beautiful, modest, down to earth, brilliant, human being , and a true hero who enriches the lives, and gives hope to millions of deeply concerned and troubled people the world over-- and you are Canadian as well! Though not as large in number as other countries, Canadians who have stuck their necks out, as turtles do, despite threat to person and livelyhood are among the most courageous and strong.
Dr. Jessica Rose 🌹 Aww great pics from such an important advent keep up the great work with those extraordinary people like yourself 💕🌹
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So What's The Count ?
How Many Died From The Sniffles ?
And How Many Died
Because They Were Afraid Of The Sniffles ?
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Let's hope the event at Aquae Sulis helps to wash away the hubris, greed and evil of the last few years... Xx
It was great to meet you, though we barely spoke. You’re a bit standoffish, but that’s pretty typical for a scientist. Your work is a testament to your love of humanity.
Brilliant! There is hope.
PS I love your substack.
Thank you for sharing, Jess and for all you are and do - this seems like a most worthwhile conference - looking forward to learning more!
Warm regards,
Christine
Wonderful!