ser·en·dip·i·ty /ˌserənˈdipədē/ noun noun: serendipity; plural noun: serendipities the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. "a fortunate stroke of serendipity"

A month or so ago, SRX Willy noticed a very minty 2017 CBR1000RR sitting and looking almost forlorn in an auction lot at American Honda.

Further investigation (the bikes VIN #) showed that this was indeed a special motorcycle.

Luckily, longtime Friend of Soup Rob T was interested in a keepsake to memorialize Nicky Hayden. The bike arrived in Minnesota yesterday and is in Rob's safe and appreciative hands.

Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen. SRX Willy, Honda, Rob T and the usual suspects.