My name is Wayne, I am a Texas A&M grad with a comp sci degree and a love for all things with 2 wheels. I started on scooters getting to and from campus in the fastest and cheapest way possible, and from that grew a passion for a new, lifelong hobby. My first ride to campus was a Honda Ruckus, that I modified back in 2012. I spent every spare bit of change I could gather and definitely ate some ramen along the way.
Honda Ruckus @ Import Faceoff. Baytown, TX
A buddy of mine was opening a local scooter shop (there was none in town) and I hopped on the opportunity to learn as much as I could. I now have lots of seat time on a variety of Honda, Yamaha, Genuine and of course, Chinese bikes from my time at the shop.
After learning the ins and outs of an engine, I started to take an interest in older bikes. I love the classic lines and simplicity of the various systems; single cylinders, drum brakes, and electronics with only 4 components. I stumbled across a couple of barn finds through a friend in Independence, TX and this CT70 soon became my new daily to get to campus. Honda has used this 50/70cc platform since at least the late 60s and the aftermarket and variations of the same engine platform intrigued me. It is my dream to have a museum of various engine types in my garage; twins, triples, boxers, vtwin (even the sideways CX500), and of course 2 strokes!
My old daily CT70 in the bottom of the Brazos River
After graduation, I rode the minitrail to my new job in town for a good while, but eventually I craved more power and the ability to go further. I purchased my first Yamaha, a new FZ07. This bike gave me the freedom to go fast, do hooligan things, and explore Texas. I named it just that, Freedom. Over the past 2 years I have put 22k+ miles on Freedom and my only real complaint is the soft front end from the factory.
Freedom @ Leakey, TX on the Twisted Sisters
I have owned a handful of other bikes along the way, all with their unique quirks. I am excited to share my passion with the rest of steemit and hope you guys enjoy what I have to offer. Feel free to follow my instagram with the same username (@wotpl0x) where I often post pictures and videos of my adventures and new toys. Now for some more motorcycles!
Yamaha RD350
Honda Z50
Honda CT70 - shop restomod
Sachs Madass - Lifan 125cc
Honda CB200
Honda XL70 - 4 gears from the factory!
Kawasaki KX65 - 2 stroke monster for mini racing
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Hey Wayne!
That first bike totally breaks my brain... but all the others are awesome. I'm going to have to get myself a dirt bike since we're due for an earthquake at any time now and I reckon it's going to be the only way to get around.
Welcome to Steem man, if you have any questions about the platform, feel free to ask.. happy to help.
Thanks! It was like a little hot rod of sorts I suppose. Dual sports/dirt bikes are definitely more up my alley these days. I just bought a 2 stroke 1973 Yamaha LT3 to go explore some dirt roads this summer, really looking forward to it.
It's nice to meet you Wayne. Welcome to Steemit!
I'm also new in here, and I can't wait to see more of your posts, just started following you, would appreciate if you would follow me back :)