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09/12/2025

CTA Bus 1183 – New Flyer D40LF on Route 97 Skokie 🚌

Spotted in Skokie: CTA #1183, a 2006–07 New Flyer D40LF on Route 97 Skokie to Old Orchard. Powered by a Cummins ISM6 engine and ZF 6HP592C transmission, this bus is part of the 1000-series, one of CTA’s oldest fleets still running.

These D40LFs were once the backbone of Chicago’s bus system, but with newer Nova LFS buses arriving, their days are numbered. A real treat for bus fans and Chicago transit history enthusiasts!

Date: March 2024.

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CTA Bus 1183 – New Flyer D40LF on Route 97 Skokie 🚌Spotted in Skokie: CTA #1183, a 2006–07 New Flyer D40LF on Route 97 Skokie to Old Orchard. Powered by a C...

08/22/2025

🚇✨ JKJ Transit is Back! ✨🚍

Hello everyone! It’s been a while since I’ve posted here, but I’m excited to say that JKJ Transit is officially making a return. After stepping away for a bit, I’ve realized just how much I’ve missed capturing, sharing, and talking about the transit systems that keep Chicagoland moving.

For those who are new here: JKJ Transit is all about photography, observations, and storytelling centered on our region’s buses and trains. While a lot of attention often goes to the big systems like CTA and Metra, my focus has always been on shining a light on the smaller agencies and lesser-known corners of Chicagoland transit—the ones that don’t always get the recognition they deserve but are still absolutely vital to the people they serve.

In the coming weeks, you can expect:
📸 New photography highlighting buses, trains, and stations across the region.
📝 Thoughtful posts and observations about the challenges, quirks, and unique character of Chicagoland’s transit systems.
🎥 Fresh content on YouTube over at youtube.com/c/jkjtransit, where I’ll continue to expand the JKJ Transit journey beyond photos and into video storytelling.

Transit is more than just vehicles and schedules—it’s about the people, the communities, and the lifelines that keep our region connected. That’s what JKJ Transit is here to showcase.

Thank you to everyone who has stuck around during the quiet stretch. Your support means a lot, and I’m excited to bring you along as JKJ Transit makes this new comeback. Let’s get back to exploring Chicagoland’s transit world together! 🚆🚏

04/17/2025

03/05/2025

Welcome to Random Pace Bus Action!

Join me at the Rosemont CTA Station on March 4, 2025, for some exciting bus arrivals and departures!

Featured Routes:

- 606: Rosemont CTA Station
- 221: Wolf and Piper intersection in Prospect Heights, IL
- 330: O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility

Bus Roster:

- 606 - #22339: 2020 ElDorado National Axess BRT 30' (Cummins L9, Allison B400R)
- 221 - #6392: 2013 (2014) ElDorado National Axess BRT 40' (Cummins ISL, Allison B400R)
- 330 - #20425: 2020 NewFlyer Xcelsior (XD40) (Cummins L9, Allison B3400xFE)

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Welcome to Random Pace Bus Action!Join me at the Rosemont CTA Station on March 4, 2025, for some exciting bus arrivals and departures!Featured Routes:- 606: ...

12/26/2024

- Here is a Metra train on the Union Pacific-North arriving and departing the Wheaton Metra Station.

- Destination: Elburn Metra Station, Elburn, IL.
- Location: Wheaton Metra Station, Wheaton, IL.
- Date recorded: December 23, 2024.

- Locomotive #: 150.
- Locomotive Manufacturer: Electro-Motive Division (Electro-Motive Diesel).
- Locomotive Model: 1983 EMD F40PH-2.
- Prime Movers: EMD 16-645E3.

- Here is a Metra train on the Union Pacific-North arriving and departing the Wheaton Metra Station. - Destination: Elburn Metra St...

12/12/2024

- Here are three Pace buses (2 arrivals, and 1 departure) at the Rosemont CTA Station.
- Recording date: November 6, 2024.
- First bus: 332 River Road/York Road - Oakbrook Center. (1:06 - 1:29)
- Second bus: 330 Mannheim/LaGrange Roads - Archer/Harlem Avenues Intersection. (1:30 - 2:25)
- Third bus: 230 South Des Plaines - Linneman/Algonquin Intersection. (2:26 - 3:05)
- The first two buses are a 2020 NewFlyer XD40 with a powertrain of a Cummins L9 engine and an Allison B3400xFE transmission. ( #20423 and #20402).
- The third bus is a 2010 ElDorado National EZ Rider II MAX 30' with a powertrain of a Cummins ISB engine and an Allison B300R transmission

- Here are three Pace buses (2 arrivals, and 1 departure) at the Rosemont CTA Station. - Recording date: November 6, 2024. - First bus: 332 Ri...