New Rockwall resident

jason70360 · 06-04-2008, 02:29 PM

Hey guys I am moving from Houma, LA (southwest of New Orleans) to Rockwall in the next few weeks.

I'm coming up that way 06/06/08 thru 06/15/08 for some job interviews at several hospitals (Methodist, Baylor, etc.) and my wife and I should be there for good by the end of the month.

The bad news is my 2007 BMW R1200GS is sold and the buyer should be here Thursday for pickup. I decided until I learn the area I shouldn't be riding around Dallas asking the cars to hit me.

So I will be lurking on here from time to time and soon enough will be back on a bike. I am think of either a new KLR or the BMW F800GS (once they have the bugs worked out 2010 model?). I might even pick up a little cheap used bike to play around on in the meantime.

So anybody from that area give me a shout and I will let you know once I get another one. I am also on ADVrider with the same screen name.

Here is a pic of my current, sold

, bike.

shootergal · 06-04-2008, 07:42 PM

HI &

Jason!

Gotta ask: WHY did you sell that awesome bike?!?

It SO ROCKS!! I wanted that bike at one time, but it was WAY too tall & I didn't see myself riding much dirt to justify having a GS. I have the 800ST & really love it, but as a newbie rider I'm still working on getting my "riding legs"! Anyway...good luck with the job interviews, & WELCOME TO TEXAS!!

Michelle · 06-05-2008, 08:30 AM

Wow you sold your bike? What a beauty.

Welcome to Texas and TWT. Hope you're back on 2 wheels soon.

**Tim Kreitz** · 06-05-2008, 08:33 AM

Jason!

jason70360 · 06-05-2008, 08:35 AM

Thanks guys.

Yeah I am sad to see her go but I got back almost every penny I put into her so I guess it isn't too bad.

For the riding, miles and ability, I kinda felt like it was buying a Ferrari to drive to work. I will never have the skills to ride the beast like she deserves.

I really think the F800GS will be more my speed in a few years. Until then, once I get some sense of Dallas, I will look for a KLR or something.

**Tourmeister** · 06-05-2008, 11:27 AM

Welcome to Texas and TWT!

Be sure to check the Upcoming Rides/Trips/Events DFW subforum. They have a lot of different meet and greets every week.

HarleyMXR · 06-05-2008, 11:35 PM

Welcome there are several rider's in the rockwall area. give a shout some time, there are lots of nice rides to the east.
The bike would let you use the HOV to downtown. I just sold one of mine and Im going to sell 2 more kinda in the mood for some differnt bikes dont tell the wife who works at methodist.

jason70360 · 06-08-2008, 01:16 AM

Well, not so sure when/if I'll be riding again.

My best friend, best man in my wedding 8 years ago who I still see daily to workout at the gym and talk, was killed on his bike.

It happened 06/05/08 around 10pm, a single vehicle accident. He went off the road in a curve and hit a telephone pole. He was killed instantly. From walking the scene myself, several times, I believe speed was a factor. He was riding a Honda CBR600F4.

I know alot depends on your riding style and abilities but I still don't see myself getting back on one. Life is too important and I want to make as many memories with my loved ones as possible.

I will look up some of you local riders, even if just to get some food and say hello.

As far as location we are not settled on Rockwall yet, Plano is also on this list.

Any other areas to suggest?

hilljack · 06-09-2008, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jason70360

Any other areas to suggest?

Jason,
Welcome to Texas and to this site. Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend.

There are some cool residential areas of town that often get overlooked because of the allure of the spiffy/clean/newly developed suburbs. I will list a couple that are not considered suburbs. These are areas that were built out in the 30s, 40s and 50s. They are nice mature neighborhoods with typically well built homes. Depending on your situation they may or may not meet your needs.
Kressler Park is near Methodist Hospital
Lakewood is near Big Baylor
Lake Highlands is near Presby Dallas and Medical City
Casa Linda is near Doctors Hospital at White Rock Lake not far from Big Baylor and Dallas Presby
Bluffview is located off Lovers Lane and is near the Hospital District of UT Southwestern, Parkland, Childrens, St Paul and such.

Good luck with your move and let us know if you need any help.

jason70360 · 06-09-2008, 11:35 AM

Thank you for your help.

06-04-2008, 02:29 PM	#1
jason70360 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rockwall (East Dallas) Posts: 4	New Rockwall resident Hey guys I am moving from Houma, LA (southwest of New Orleans) to Rockwall in the next few weeks. I'm coming up that way 06/06/08 thru 06/15/08 for some job interviews at several hospitals (Methodist, Baylor, etc.) and my wife and I should be there for good by the end of the month. The bad news is my 2007 BMW R1200GS is sold and the buyer should be here Thursday for pickup. I decided until I learn the area I shouldn't be riding around Dallas asking the cars to hit me. So I will be lurking on here from time to time and soon enough will be back on a bike. I am think of either a new KLR or the BMW F800GS (once they have the bugs worked out 2010 model?). I might even pick up a little cheap used bike to play around on in the meantime. So anybody from that area give me a shout and I will let you know once I get another one. I am also on ADVrider with the same screen name. Here is a pic of my current, sold , bike.

06-04-2008, 07:42 PM	#2
shootergal Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Montgomery,TX Posts: 2,018	Re: New Rockwall resident HI & Jason! Gotta ask: WHY did you sell that awesome bike?!? It SO ROCKS!! I wanted that bike at one time, but it was WAY too tall & I didn't see myself riding much dirt to justify having a GS. I have the 800ST & really love it, but as a newbie rider I'm still working on getting my "riding legs"! Anyway...good luck with the job interviews, & WELCOME TO TEXAS!! __________________ Corinne 2007 BMW F800ST BACA Brazos Valley Chapter Gerald "Jester" Cleveland / 1976 - 2009 / BACA Fort Worth / RIP Brother Dylan "Porkchop" Newman / 2006 - 2009 / BACA Brazos Valley / RIP Brother Craig "Hat Trick" Schroeder / 1964 - 2009 / BACA Waco / RIP Brother "An armed man will kill an unarmed man with monotonous regularity"

06-05-2008, 08:30 AM	#3
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06-05-2008, 08:33 AM	#4
Tim Kreitz The Black Cloud Forum Supporter Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Midland Posts: 7,947	Re: New Rockwall resident Jason! __________________ 2004 Kawasaki ZRX1200R 2003 Kawasaki ZX7R 1978 Kawasaki KZ1000 Limited 1973 Kawasaki Mach I (In Restoration) www.timkreitz.com \| Tim Kreitz & Dingo Sanctuary on iTunes \| The Superbike Blog

06-05-2008, 08:35 AM	#5
jason70360 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rockwall (East Dallas) Posts: 4	Re: New Rockwall resident Thanks guys. Yeah I am sad to see her go but I got back almost every penny I put into her so I guess it isn't too bad. For the riding, miles and ability, I kinda felt like it was buying a Ferrari to drive to work. I will never have the skills to ride the beast like she deserves. I really think the F800GS will be more my speed in a few years. Until then, once I get some sense of Dallas, I will look for a KLR or something.

06-05-2008, 11:35 PM	#7
HarleyMXR Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rockwall Posts: 247	Re: New Rockwall resident Welcome there are several rider's in the rockwall area. give a shout some time, there are lots of nice rides to the east. The bike would let you use the HOV to downtown. I just sold one of mine and Im going to sell 2 more kinda in the mood for some differnt bikes dont tell the wife who works at methodist. __________________ 2009 YZ-450F 2008 Ultra Classic w/abs 2008 YZ450F way Fast 2007 Honda recon 2005 Ultra Classic (new home) 2001 Roadking (new home) 2006 YZ250 2006 TTR lots of others gone but not forgotten

06-08-2008, 01:16 AM	#8
jason70360 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rockwall (East Dallas) Posts: 4	Re: New Rockwall resident Well, not so sure when/if I'll be riding again. My best friend, best man in my wedding 8 years ago who I still see daily to workout at the gym and talk, was killed on his bike. It happened 06/05/08 around 10pm, a single vehicle accident. He went off the road in a curve and hit a telephone pole. He was killed instantly. From walking the scene myself, several times, I believe speed was a factor. He was riding a Honda CBR600F4. I know alot depends on your riding style and abilities but I still don't see myself getting back on one. Life is too important and I want to make as many memories with my loved ones as possible. I will look up some of you local riders, even if just to get some food and say hello. As far as location we are not settled on Rockwall yet, Plano is also on this list. Any other areas to suggest?

06-09-2008, 11:35 AM	#10
jason70360 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rockwall (East Dallas) Posts: 4	Re: New Rockwall resident Thank you for your help.

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