My name is Karl. I’m a long time biker from dirt bikes when I was a kid, twist & go at 16, then finally at the age of 21 getting my full license. I’ve always been a fan of the VRod. I first rode one back in 2008 at the NEC bike show through the HD ride out stand. It was love at first sight. I instantly added it to my list of must have bikes. Fast forward, 11 years later and finally, I found my baby. The perfect bike, the perfect colour, the perfect spec. Everything was just right so I pulled the trigger and never looked back.

I’ve only owned my NRS since May ‘19 but I’ve already had a chance to add a few mods. Firstly I went with some longer foot pegs from Altered state design. Being 6’0 I found on long journeys the bent knees would start to ache but now I’m a little more stretched out it’s solved the problem.

I then added a whole host of minor things like grips, led turn signals, side mounted number plate etc. One thing I really wanted was a loud exhaust. A properly loud exhaust. An obnoxiously loud exhaust. There’s a few to choose from but I went for the Fitzgerald ground pounder. The US lads love ‘em. It resembles the iconic VRod Destroyer and it’s loud, no real loud, no, louder than that then some more. Honestly if I meet you at an event and I’m ignoring you it’s not me being ignorant it’s because I’ve been deafened by my exhaust! Just a tip, you probably don’t wanna ride behind me.

Other boring shiz about me. I’m a carpenter by trade. I run my own carpentry business – Astral Carpentry. I’m always happy to help if any of my fellow brethren need some advice when it comes to building / carpentry work. I’m not saying it’ll be good advice but it’ll be advice.

I can throw a dart or 3. Used to play to a decent standard (once missed 3 darts to beat Phil the power Taylor) although these days I don’t get the time to practice but I still enjoy playing. The same can be said for snooker & golf. Yes, I like sports where you don’t get out of breath. I hate football so if you talk to me about that the exhaust deafness will become even more apparent.

I’ll give you a free tip to be on your way with. If it taste like chicken keep on lickin’. If smells like trout, get the heck out!

Ride safe Bros.