Robert Widstrand

In memory of CYCLE BOB, 1929 – 2009

Bob's ride ended on March 24, 2009. His passion for motorcycles led him to start Bob's Cycle Supply in 1971. It all began in the basement of his house, where Bob supplied his friends with parts. The local District 23 motocross races are where he hit it big, when he brought a van full of merchandise to sell. In 1973, Bob moved the business into a small store; he filled it wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling with motorcycle parts and accessories. Progressing into the mail-order business in the early '80s, he supplied riders from coast-to-coast with great products at the best prices. And the rest is history. Bob loved motorcycles as much as all the friends he made along his journey.

When asked why he got into the motorcycle industry, Bob always replied, "It was a hobby that went amuck." Bob has left many lasting impressions in the motorcycle industry. He would consider all of you his friends and we would love to list you all, but the list would be long and some would be missed.

Bob will be remembered as a jolly, feisty, generous guy and an overall fun person to be around. After his retirement in 1998 he loved to travel across the U.S. in his motor home with his dog, Dino, at his side. While traveling, he visited many acquired friends from the motorcycle industry and reminisced about past times.

Bob, we hope you're rippin' it up on that Honda 305 Scrambler!

You will be deeply missed,

Your family and friends at Bob's Cycle Supply

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