hey you new guys don't worry about keepin up,we ride like a rubber band , it gets longer or shorter. But the main thing is not to bring junk on these rides,an if you do have problems be ready to fix them or limp on home an not expect the rest of the people to wait for hours while we have to fix your bike.On my first ride I got a flat an I carry the stuff to fix it so I peeled of an fixed it an joined the group later.On another ride my rings broke an ciezed the motor on the way to the ride,no one had to wait for me I peddled my stuff home. I'm not sayin don't come on the rides just be a Grownup an if you have problems fix em.Beakin down is part of the charm of these beasts, an it makes for great storys.So get that pride an joy running good , run it an pick up the parts that fall off see what works an come on out it really adds to the spice of life.(oh an remember when people see us we represent all motor bikers,so don't be an ass)Later Bob