This all came about because I needed to get Arizona and New Mexico checked off of the biking states list. The net result of this…
Data and Cartography
This article is not about Mapping (figuring out how to program data where you want to go). This article is all about Cartography data (which…
MarchMotoMadness2017
March Moto Madness (MMM) 2017. During the last weekend of March near the Smokey mountains when its still very cold in Kansas there is an event…
Tires (knobby tires on the Interstate)
When it comes to tires, I am always searching for something with off-road grip and longevity. The bike came with Michelin Anakee 3 Tires and…
Cleveland International Motorcycle Show 2017
I tried to get pictures from the bike show; it was crowded so here are the ones that turned out. Its always good to check…
Should your next Camera be a Drone?
When traveling by motorbike you never know what you will see, or if you will ever be that way again; as such its best to record…
Packing part 5 – Pack Less!
All you need is 4 pair socks, 2 pair of jeans, 4 pair of underwear and 4 shirts – it doesn’t matter how far you’re…
Packing part 4 – Packing the Luggage Plate
I am obviously a fan of the “luggage plate” rather than having a second seat. If you remember a previous article “Adventure Touring Luggage Plates” I…
Packing part 3 – My Panniers
Hard Side Aluminum Top Loading Panniers are the only way to go. I tried the plastic ones and they are too heavy, too weak, and…
Packing part 2 – My Tool Box
Let me start by saying the idea to put a toolbox behind the pannier was a brilliant idea and kudos to whomever invented it. This…
The trip to Seattle 2016
My first SOLO Long Distance Ride. Kansas City to Seattle and Back: $330 in gas and a 4,364 mile ride. I have completed many long distance…
March Moto Madness (MMM 2017)
March Moto Madness registration is OPEN The Event runs from March 30th – April 2nd I will be updating this post a few days before…
Camping
Lets start with the following statement “I despise camping”. Which is odd considering I actually worked for Coleman for seven years and am a Boy…
Electronics and Motorbike (Devices & Apps)
In the old days when I was younger I didn’t need electronics on a motorbike. However as I get older and ride further I have…
Packing part 1 – My Tank Bag
I love my Tank Bag, because it moves some of the weight up front and it keeps the things I need frequently very close. There are…
Cool Bike Websites
I will update this page as I find new and interesting things. People On Her Bike Kinga Tanajewska Adventure brothers & Facebook Shawn and Lance Thomas…
Figuring out the perfect Adventure Helmet
My first adventure helmet was the Shoei Hornet DS (first generation) in mat black. The helmet was comfortable and could be worn all day long. …
Adventure Touring Luggage Plates.
One of the first things I did when I got my BMW GS was put on Aluminum panniers from a GSA on and then rip…
Winter Bike Storage
Winterizing my bike is inevitable and my riding season is March to November. Its possible to get a few days riding in during those cold months…
The importance of a battery tender
The first thing I buy for any bike is a battery tender and adapter harness for the battery. Even if your lucky enough to live…