This morning after being pulled from sleep by my 21 month old, I thought I might put social media to the test. I have been day dreaming of riding and owning a Triumph Daytona 675 for a little while. I have never ridden a proper sport bike and in the words of South Park I am “Bike Curious” when it comes to the Daytona and other middle weight sport bikes.

I thought, I wonder if I could find somebody to let me borrow or rent theirs. I would like to think I would do the same for my bike. I drafted a “letter” and posted it to Boston.Craigslist.org. (link will expire on May 29, 2010)

Here is the text from my Craigslist post:
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I am turning 30 in June!!! I love riding motorcycles and currently ride an ’06 Yamaha FZ1.

I have been wanting to try (and eventually buy) a Triumph Daytona 675 but have never ridden a proper sport bike before. I am wondering if anyone out there would allow me to borrow or rent their Triumph Daytona 675 (preferably an ’09 or ’10 model) for my birthday.

I could leave my FZ1 as collateral and you could even ride it if you were interested in such a bike.

If you would like to rent or lend your Daytona 675 bike for 2 to 4 hours let’s talk.

I have a website and blog to de-anonymize myself should you want to know more about me.

Thanks a lot and happy riding!
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We shall see how my attempt and social sourcing will work.