Motorcycles = Passion

First of all, what is the difference between a hobby and a "passion"?

The dictionary definition of a hobby is "an activity or interest that is pursued outside of the occupation and engaged in primarily for enjoyment". Similar words include words like amusement, interest, leisure activity, relaxation.

Passion, on the other hand, is defined as a powerfully intense, driving or overwhelming emotion. It can be described with phrases such as  love, boundless enthusiasm, an irrational but irresistible attraction to some activity or object. It is characterized by feelings of obsession, excitement, devotion, joy.

I'm sure there are more than a few motorcycle owners for whom the machine is just a hobby and for some it's just a means of transportation, no more, no less. Hobbyists enjoy fiddling with the mechanics, adding accessories, modification, etc.

But there are those for whom motorcycling is more than just a hobby. As is the case with myself. I believe (for myself) motorcycles are much more than just a means of transportation or a hobby.Riding a motorcycling is like meditating, you push out all distractions and just concentrate on riding the bike. In many ways, the most focused version of me comes out when I am riding my bike. It is forging of man and machine together. The bike becomes a part of you and together you set out on a profound journey of travelling from point A to point B.

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