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DanTheMan
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Uh, oh, we're in the same age bracket, better shut my mouth!!!!!:-\\\
Yeah, I found his name in my phone, still got his cell phone number if it's still the same.
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Uh, oh, we're in the same age bracket, better shut my mouth!!!!!:-\\\
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Buckeye
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Thanks for all the info. Long mileage days are not a big deal for me. I've done as much as 700 miles in a day and rode the twisties the next day in Suches, Ga. Did 430 miles last summer on a saturday south east ohio jaunt. I realize that stringing multiple days together is a bit more daunting, however that's not the big worry. Just time and $$.
As for the route, I've only mapquested the miles to get an idea. I'm not a big fan of super slab - except to make time.
Having said that: I have relatives in Wisconsin that I would probably stay at first. Then a brother in Rapid City, SD (black hills). Probably stay at least a day there. Then I would head to Seattle from there. Hitting as many points of interest that time would permit.
The return trip is where it might get exciting. I would, of course, LOVE to ride the Pacific coast highway the entire way, down to San Diego. From there, I'd hit either Tucson OR Phoenix. On to somewhere in New Mexico, thru Texas to New Orleans. At that point, I'd just bee line it back to Columbus.
Of course, there would be lots of planning to exit the super slab as often as possible.
So, all ideas are welcome and appreciated. Had a meeting today and this looks more like an opportunity!!!!
As for the route, I've only mapquested the miles to get an idea. I'm not a big fan of super slab - except to make time.
Having said that: I have relatives in Wisconsin that I would probably stay at first. Then a brother in Rapid City, SD (black hills). Probably stay at least a day there. Then I would head to Seattle from there. Hitting as many points of interest that time would permit.
The return trip is where it might get exciting. I would, of course, LOVE to ride the Pacific coast highway the entire way, down to San Diego. From there, I'd hit either Tucson OR Phoenix. On to somewhere in New Mexico, thru Texas to New Orleans. At that point, I'd just bee line it back to Columbus.
Of course, there would be lots of planning to exit the super slab as often as possible.
So, all ideas are welcome and appreciated. Had a meeting today and this looks more like an opportunity!!!!
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Buckeye
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I should add, not that it's necessary, however - at 46 yrs young, my daughter will be in college next year, then I have two sons who will be a few years behind her in increments.
This is really starting to look like my best possible chance for a trip of a life time. The wife isn't too keen on this idea though.....:-\\\
This is really starting to look like my best possible chance for a trip of a life time. The wife isn't too keen on this idea though.....:-\\\
twr1776
Forum Mentor
Dave, I would suggest you go for it. 
I agree that it sounds like this might be your best chance to take a trip like this. No one is guaranteed tomorrow and if you can get the vacation time, not break the bank, or end up in divorce court you should go. Lots of GSers along the way I am sure could help you out with a spare couch and a good meal to help make the trip happen.
I agree that it sounds like this might be your best chance to take a trip like this. No one is guaranteed tomorrow and if you can get the vacation time, not break the bank, or end up in divorce court you should go. Lots of GSers along the way I am sure could help you out with a spare couch and a good meal to help make the trip happen.
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Chris
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Just a thought:
While I have often regretted not taking a trip I almost never regret having taken one.
Have fun on your ride...
While I have often regretted not taking a trip I almost never regret having taken one.
Have fun on your ride...
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Guest
Guest
Buckeye,
In 1984, Firestone moved me from Akron to Mexico. my motorcycle had to stay in the US - company policy. So I decided to take the trip of a lifetime in case I never rode again. My GS650G was only two years old. I had a Plexifairing, big tank bag and soft saddle bags, adjustable back rest and luggage rack. I had up to three weeks, late August to mid-September.
Route was Akron -> Des Moines -> Bloomington, IL -> Denver area -> Seattle -> Phoenix -> Albuquerque -> Des Moines -> Cedar Rapids, where the bike was stored. Interstate about 2/3 the way. A 2 gallon gas can was I bungeed to the luggage rack as a reserve for deep boonies, but it was never needed. Rode about 800 miles most days, did Albuquerque to Des Moines in 1.2 days. I had a foam pad to sit on part of the time. Throttle lock for "cruise control". Crash bars with highway pegs gave variation in seating position.
Only mechanical problem was that the cylinder base gasket started to leak. I just let my left boot get oily. Changed oil and filter at my brother's in Seattle.
In 1984, Firestone moved me from Akron to Mexico. my motorcycle had to stay in the US - company policy. So I decided to take the trip of a lifetime in case I never rode again. My GS650G was only two years old. I had a Plexifairing, big tank bag and soft saddle bags, adjustable back rest and luggage rack. I had up to three weeks, late August to mid-September.
Route was Akron -> Des Moines -> Bloomington, IL -> Denver area -> Seattle -> Phoenix -> Albuquerque -> Des Moines -> Cedar Rapids, where the bike was stored. Interstate about 2/3 the way. A 2 gallon gas can was I bungeed to the luggage rack as a reserve for deep boonies, but it was never needed. Rode about 800 miles most days, did Albuquerque to Des Moines in 1.2 days. I had a foam pad to sit on part of the time. Throttle lock for "cruise control". Crash bars with highway pegs gave variation in seating position.
Only mechanical problem was that the cylinder base gasket started to leak. I just let my left boot get oily. Changed oil and filter at my brother's in Seattle.
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Bradley.Isaac
Guest
Buckeye,
I just landed landed in Seattle at 0200 today, two days after finally gettng my 83 GS 850G running for the first time. I currently live in Ohio and all I can think about is how I wish I had my bike out here in Seattle! Washington looks like alot better riding than what I have seen in Columbus.
Go for it
Cheers!
I just landed landed in Seattle at 0200 today, two days after finally gettng my 83 GS 850G running for the first time. I currently live in Ohio and all I can think about is how I wish I had my bike out here in Seattle! Washington looks like alot better riding than what I have seen in Columbus.
Go for it
Cheers!
Some years ago, GS member pano and I did somewhere near 2500 miles in the course of a long July 4th weekend. Rode to Nova Scotia and the Cabot Trail. Do yourself a favor and in the planning of the ride, make sure you account for some down time. Even if you can handle the physical stress, the mental stress can creep up on you.