Monthly Archives: June 2012

Day 2 – iRide…

Woke up at 6am this morning to get an early start. Our target city was flagstaff which is close to 500 miles away. As usual we take off for at least 100 miles before we stop for a bite. Today … Continue reading

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Day 1 – iRide…

Well I had to get up early today head to work. I got off as soon as I possibly could but due to the delay in start time we’re not able to get as far as I initially mapped out. … Continue reading

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Postponed a day…

Due to heavy work commitments I may have to postpone launch date 1 day. Rats!!! Posted with Blogsy

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iRide going Video…

After walking around Cycle Gear and watching some of their motorcycle videos it dawned on me that we should document this ride as best as we can. I’m already bringing camera gear along but thought it would be nice to … Continue reading

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She’s all geared up!

We took a ride to Cycle Gear in Sactown today so Lorraine could update her riding gear. She had to get everything since her old gear would just hang on her and cause problems on the road.

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Gear Inventory…

Tonight Lorraine and I checked out our existing gear and made sure everything still fit. This was sort of unique since we’re checking to see if the gear is too baggy not too tight! I’m good with my rain gear … Continue reading

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Oil change, fluids and tire… Checked

I had the oil filter and oil changed. Used mixed synth with dyno oil. All the fluids good to go and actually had the bike inspected for a brake recall. Everything is a go! Just for record sake, I had … Continue reading

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iRide route updated…

So now I have the basic route mapped out and all plugged in the mapping software which happens to be Garmin Base Camp. After it is all said and done we’ll have ridden over 6100 miles and covering about 16 … Continue reading

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More Parts…

More parts came in today, now I can mount the GPS properly. I still need to purchase a glare hood and some sort of rain protection case/covering. The last time it poured I used an oversized baggy for protection. That … Continue reading

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Wing washed and ready…

Alright, it didn’t work out that I was able to wash the Goldwing yesterday so this morning (my birthday) I was able to get it done! I didn’t find any loose or broken parts. I’ll put on some wax before … Continue reading

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