Motoman passing

[Socer4m]

Just some sad news to XS members,,,,since a lot of us never check the Memorium section,,,,
Just got some sad news that MOTOMAN passed away earlier today,,,,


MAJOR LOSS TO All who knew Brant and Anita,,,,,,,Brant was one of a kind old school Xs1100 rider, super guy, Anita is a Southern Belle that kept Brant in line and happy. Most of us didnt know Brant was raised on a real Horse ranch and lived the wild Colorado life before it became much more populated. He started racing Motocross and I believe he was in the top three in the State for years,,hence MotoMan nickname. Anybody looking for a PRISTINE 81 Venture, stock,,cared for like a good woman,,,,maybe contact Anita when things settle out and see if she is willing to part with Brant's second true love,,his Yamaha Venture. A few of us would stay overnight at Brant's and Anita's house on the way to many a Colorado rally and cherished all the moments to hang with both Anita and Brant. May Motoman, Brant, rest in peace, we will miss him and cherish all the memories he spent with us and at the rallies with Xs members,,,,,,,,,,,Mike in San Diego and Pa.

[DiverRay]

WOW! I'm really sorry to hear about that. I've also had the pleasure of knowing the both of them, and meeting with MOTOMAN at a few rallies. He had more info in his brain than a lot of books when it came to our bikes.He was also someone who would help any rider if he could.

[skids]

Very sorry to hear about his passing. He really passed on a lot of expertise over the years.

[jetmechmarty]

I broke bread with Brant several years ago when he visited Georgia. If was really great having a face to face with him. I very much enjoyed his company that day. I believe there were 4 of us XSives gathered together that day. Good times! My sincere condolences to those who were closest to him.

[jwhughes3]

Here is Brant’s obit from his kids:


Brant Personeus passed away peacefully on the morning of April 21, 2025. He was 73 years old.

Born on February 19, 1952, in Kremmling, Colorado. Brant spent his early years in Durango, where he graduated high school and began his lifelong love of working on anything fueled by gas, especially a V8 from GM or Pontiac. He started out as a mechanic and later joined the Colorado Department of Transportation, where he worked for over 30 years. His career eventually brought him to Grand Junction, the place he called home for the rest of his life.







Brant is survived by his wife Anita, his three children Chad, Randy, and Linzee, his mother Lelia, and his former wife and lifelong friend Rindy.




Brant had a gift for fixing anything with a motor—cars, motorcycles, trucks, lawnmowers—and a love for riding dirt bikes & motorcycles that he passed on to all three of his kids. Whether he was racing in his youth or riding motocross with his children later in life, he was never far from the smell of gas and the hum of an engine.




If you had the time—or even if you didn’t—Brant could talk your ear off about anything mechanical and you’d hopefully have a friend near to peel you away before it got past dinner. He had stories for days, and a way of making you feel like part of the story, even if it was your first time in the garage or his first time in your garage.




Brant didn’t ask for much. He found happiness in simple things: a well-tuned carburetor, a smooth gear shift, a perfectly timed engine. He wasn’t flashy, but he was steady, loyal, and full of grit.




At Brant’s request, there will be no service or formal gathering. His family is honoring his wishes with a private cremation.




He’ll be missed in every garage, every trail, and every moment someone turns the key and remembers his voice saying, “Now that’s how it’s supposed to sound.”




In lieu of flowers or donations in his honor, take a ride, turn a wrench, and don’t forget to double-check your oil and clean your battery posts and check those connections!!!




We got it from here Dad. Until next time.