Mesa, AZ, Motorcycles on Main

MarkG · 10-04-2014, 04:18 AM

For those that don't know Mesa hosts Motorcycles on Main the first Friday of every month now that it is starting to cool off. I decided for no other reason than because to go tonight. They aren't on Main street at the moment because of the light rail construction, just north of Main on McDonald.

Underwhelmed is the best way to describe it. Okay there was a reasonable amount of bikes considering it is early in the season. Some vendors were there but that was all you could say for it. Nothing worth really looking at and nothing worth buying, mostly junk. HD and Victory were there but right next to the music group. I suppose the group thought they were good but super loud doesn't make music just noise. Maybe HD and Victory will get smart for the next one and move because you sure couldn't talk to either one of them. I walked the whole thing in about 20 minutes and decided it was enough and left.

I usually don't go to these things but what the heck every now and then when there is nothing else to do. For the guys in the east valley it probably isn't too far out of the way. If you live on the west side of Phoenix it would be more hassle than it is worth to drive over in the traffic. My opinion, it was a waste of time unless you were going to meet some friends for the evening.

Loafer · 10-04-2014, 08:02 AM

Photos or it didn't happen....
Mark you getting too old when the music is too loud and you think it sucks.
Get your groove back on.

ponch · 10-04-2014, 12:22 PM

I am not likely to go as I hate big crowds and the stupidity that usually follows in expositions like these where there's probably alcohol involved. The other thing, and I am just guessing, is that it's probably primarily a cruiser crowd.

Dave · 10-04-2014, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Loafer

Photos or it didn't happen....

Not really. Photos can be "Photoshopped."

Loafer · 10-05-2014, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave

Not really. Photos can be "Photoshopped."

Photo shopped? Who cares, I like photos.

**Rasta** · 10-04-2014, 12:42 PM

I don't know what Mark is talking about! I was at the same rally. since I went down for it last night from Iowa and got back just before midnight and this is what I saw.

Long ride but worth it!! Is this what you are talking about Dave?

cactusjack · 10-04-2014, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Rasta

I don't know what Mark is talking about! I was at the same rally. since I went down for it last night from Iowa and got back just before midnight and this is what I saw.

Long ride but worth it!! Is this what you are talking about Dave?

Nice try, but not enough palm trees.

**Rasta** · 10-04-2014, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Nice try, but not enough palm trees.

ooops! Is this better?

By the way Scott, sorry to hear about the slow recovery of your foot.

cactusjack · 10-04-2014, 04:22 PM

I don't attend events like this because they are usually lame and there is no reason to go to downtown Mesa. There's nothing going on there.

On the other hand, I had to drive past Chester's HD this morning and there's some big event going on there today. They have barricades in the street and the main entrance was closed off.

ponch · 10-04-2014, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

I don't attend events like this because they are usually lame and there is no reason to go to downtown Mesa. There's nothing going on there.

On the other hand, I had to drive past Chester's HD this morning and there's some big event going on there today. They have barricades in the street and the main entrance was closed off.

Can you ride yet?

cactusjack · 10-04-2014, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ponch

Can you ride yet?

Nope. In fact I've had a bit of a setback. I was at the foot doctor on Thursday and he took some xrays which revealed 3 broken bones in my foot. I am having surgery on Monday to fix one of them. The other 2 should heal on their own.

Dave · 10-04-2014, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by ponch

Can you ride yet?

Was he ever able too?

ponch · 10-04-2014, 05:45 PM

I am sorry to hear that. I hope you heal quickly.

ponch · 10-04-2014, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

Was he ever able too?

Jeez, kick a guy when he's down. :-)

Silent Sam · 10-05-2014, 03:53 PM

..Yep music is usually to loud..and not music !...When I go, I spend an hour or so..buy my patches and pins...then get out !

I love the open spaces...

10-04-2014, 04:18 AM	#1
MarkG Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chandler, AZ Posts: 1,255	Mesa, AZ, Motorcycles on Main For those that don't know Mesa hosts Motorcycles on Main the first Friday of every month now that it is starting to cool off. I decided for no other reason than because to go tonight. They aren't on Main street at the moment because of the light rail construction, just north of Main on McDonald. Underwhelmed is the best way to describe it. Okay there was a reasonable amount of bikes considering it is early in the season. Some vendors were there but that was all you could say for it. Nothing worth really looking at and nothing worth buying, mostly junk. HD and Victory were there but right next to the music group. I suppose the group thought they were good but super loud doesn't make music just noise. Maybe HD and Victory will get smart for the next one and move because you sure couldn't talk to either one of them. I walked the whole thing in about 20 minutes and decided it was enough and left. I usually don't go to these things but what the heck every now and then when there is nothing else to do. For the guys in the east valley it probably isn't too far out of the way. If you live on the west side of Phoenix it would be more hassle than it is worth to drive over in the traffic. My opinion, it was a waste of time unless you were going to meet some friends for the evening. __________________ Mark Griffin 2021 Manhattan Metallic K1600GTL 2016 Silver K1600GTL - sold 2015 Red/Blk Cross Country Tour - sold 2008 Red/Blk Nomad - sold KE7HG VBA 00176, IBA 65686, MOA 211564 Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Maggie Valley '11\|Kanab '12\|Estes Park '13\|Red Lodge '16\|Custer '18 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-04-2014, 08:02 AM	#2
Loafer Sr. Contributor Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 18,287	Photos or it didn't happen.... Mark you getting too old when the music is too loud and you think it sucks. Get your groove back on. __________________ Gerry Martineau / 802 VT / VBA #0892 /[email]glmjgm@gmail.com[email]
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10-04-2014, 12:22 PM	#3
ponch Sr. Contributor Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Way East Valley Posts: 12,017	I am not likely to go as I hate big crowds and the stupidity that usually follows in expositions like these where there's probably alcohol involved. The other thing, and I am just guessing, is that it's probably primarily a cruiser crowd. __________________ Ponch VBA 0019 VROC 8109-R BMWMOA 162849 BMWRA 41335 BMW: When you care enough to ride the very best. My Motorrad Blog My Motorrad YouTube 2009 BMW R1200RT Previous bikes:2007 Nomad \| 2001 Vulcan 800 Classic \| 1984 GPz750 \| 1978 KZ1000A2 Rallies: Custer '09\|Prairie Du Chien '10\|Crescent City '11
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10-04-2014, 04:22 PM	#9
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	I don't attend events like this because they are usually lame and there is no reason to go to downtown Mesa. There's nothing going on there. On the other hand, I had to drive past Chester's HD this morning and there's some big event going on there today. They have barricades in the street and the main entrance was closed off. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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10-04-2014, 05:45 PM	#13
ponch Sr. Contributor Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Way East Valley Posts: 12,017	I am sorry to hear that. I hope you heal quickly. __________________ Ponch VBA 0019 VROC 8109-R BMWMOA 162849 BMWRA 41335 BMW: When you care enough to ride the very best. My Motorrad Blog My Motorrad YouTube 2009 BMW R1200RT Previous bikes:2007 Nomad \| 2001 Vulcan 800 Classic \| 1984 GPz750 \| 1978 KZ1000A2 Rallies: Custer '09\|Prairie Du Chien '10\|Crescent City '11
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10-05-2014, 03:53 PM	#15
Silent Sam Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: On The Shakey Side Posts: 2,501	..Yep music is usually to loud..and not music !...When I go, I spend an hour or so..buy my patches and pins...then get out ! I love the open spaces...
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