BMW RT Pilot, I don't think your comments on Ziggy's reply was appropriate or necessary, he was giving some positive insight as to what one might learn by viewing the bikes on show at IBR HQ....I for one think your reply was 'rude'.
I believe you think that, but I took his remarks as being condescending, just like yours. But you're correct, I would never have thought it possible to have traveled the 600 some miles to watch a tank being inspected if it weren't for Mr. Ziggy's suggestion. And while the distance itself was only a mild issue, there is this whole thing about my life not 100% revolving around the IBA/IBR.
When I started this thread, I was (and still am), curious about the tank inspection and more specifically, how much effort is put into shaking it (hence the humorous video I posted). Ira said he would try to capture these moments, time permitting, and I thanked him. Unfortunately, the hectic schedule of the IBR prevented this from happening and I merely expressed my disappointment.
So thank you, Ms. Kim, for playing the game, but next time, come prepared.