October was a strange month around these parts with an unexpected early snowfall. It did not last long, but it scared all of us gearheads into thinking the riding season was over. My immediate reaction was to go for a ride as soon as the roads cleared. It was a nice day for a ride in the brisk air. It was also interesting to see snow on the ground covering green grass, with corn still on the stalks, and plenty of leaves on the trees. Just like the R90S and me, nature was in a defiant stance against this unwelcome visitor…