Thinking of starting a riders group in Chicago 'burbs

[uncutshirt]

Apologies if this has been done before but I could not find what I was looking for and I want to test the waters for interest.

There are three things that I look for when I am looking at motorcycle tours: Friends, Support, and Expertise. Isn’t that why we pay for tours but that is not what tour operators advertise – they advertise the experience first and all else second. “See Copper Canyon … yada yada … and the friendly and experienced guides… yada yada"

So … I was thinking that I am satisfying what I want out of travel as an indirect result of paying the premium of an organized tour. I suspect others do the same. All we want is to go out and ride off the beaten path– swap stories – have a few drinks – and have someone call 911 if we break a leg

Let’s form a group for the express purpose of getting out there and supporting each other on a motorcycle without paying that premium. Here is my proposal:
• Let’s get together for an extended trip once year – about 5 days or so
• Optionally, overseas trip proposal - once every year – go/no-go depending on interest, e.g. ring tour of Iceland for two weeks
• Plus, twice a year – long weekend trips somewhere agreeable to most

That’s it. We all are busy people and it’s tough to find time to ride but if we agree to just a few ground rules – we’ll be on our way:
• We pay our own way
• Simple majority wins
• We try to make the trips
• We take care of each other on the road

We all have a common purpose that will satisfy our individual goals. In this way, we’ll be getting exactly what we want out of trip: Travel is better with friends; there is someone to help or call for help when things go wrong. What we are missing is the local and practical expertise that an experienced tour operator can provide but with all things being equal, I would prefer to learn with friends rather than from a tour company.

I'll sponsor the website and serve as an administrator. All are welcome regardless of location or bike.

~ curt

[Holly]

OK, I'm in for the ring tour of Iceland. I've got good rain gear.

In the meantime did you know that Whole Foods in Chicago carries Icelandic lamb? Yum!

Holly

[wezul]

Have seen or heard from you since the National, how've you been?
I might be interested in the club, keep me in mind and let's keep in touch.

Cool.

Wez

[uncutshirt]

OK, I'm in for the ring tour of Iceland. I've got good rain gear.

In the meantime did you know that Whole Foods in Chicago carries Icelandic lamb? Yum!

Holly

You got a deal!
Next year or 2009

[uncutshirt]

I am interested.


Hey Statdawg - good to hear from you again!

I'll keep you posted

[uncutshirt]

Have seen or heard from you since the National, how've you been?
I might be interested in the club, keep me in mind and let's keep in touch.

Cool.

Wez


Wez!!! The guy who dusted me on his new 800???
How's it been - I tried to catch up with you on last day of National. Glad to hear from you again.

Definitely will keep you in the loop

[wezul]

Wez!!! The guy who dusted me on his new 800???
How's it been - I tried to catch up with you on last day of National. Glad to hear from you again.

Definitely will keep you in the loop

Dude, you camped with us until you and your two buds blew out on Saturday, don't you remember? :D Perhaps not, there is copious imbibementage going on at an event like that. Yes, do keep me in the loop.

[uncutshirt]

QUOTE=wezul;260569]Dude, you camped with us until you and your two buds blew out on Saturday, don't you remember? :D Perhaps not, there is copious imbibementage going on at an event like that. Yes, do keep me in the loop.[/QUOTE]


$1 beers - good times :beer

I'm game for a winter ride but I can hang until March or April

Anyway - I'm game for a winter ride but I can hang until March or April. I have been thinking about a theme for a first ride - maybe geocaching
Plus - it gives me an excuse to finally buy a GPS

http://www.geocaching.com/faq/ : "Geocaching is an entertaining adventure game for gps users. Participating in a cache hunt is a good way to take advantage of the wonderful features and capability of a gps unit. The basic idea is to have individuals and organizations set up caches all over the world and share the locations of these caches on the internet. GPS users can then use the location coordinates to find the caches. Once found, a cache may provide the visitor with a wide variety of rewards. All the visitor is asked to do is if they get something they should try to leave something for the cache."

To be honest - this could be fun - work in a little camping and you got yourself an adventure

or... something more sedate like 3 days, 3 Cities, and three pub crawls

~ curt

[STRESS]

I'll follow the post to see how it developes, D'lilah and I are always up for a ride work permitting.

[uncutshirt]

I'll follow the post to see how it developes, D'lilah and I are always up for a ride work permitting.


I'll put some more thought into over Thansgiving and I will try to loop in some other riders but lets toss out a date for the first ride : April 11, 12, and 13th.

I'll just be coming back from a trip from the UK and will be aching for a ride - anywhere... in the continental US.

Any suggestions? Any Ideas for the longer trip?

~ curt

[Beemer01]

Always interested in having friends around since I ride a vintage K.

[uncutshirt]

Always interested in having friends around since I ride a vintage K.


Love to see it

which model bike?

[bobh41]

Always interested in having friends around since I ride a vintage K.

Isn't a 1985 bike a little young to be identified as "vintage"?

'Scuse me, I don't mean to hijack this thread, but I've been trying to figure out what classic, vintage, and antique means when referring to BMW motorcycles. The Internet is a mass of confusion regarding these terms.

I thought 30 years old represented the time frame for vintage, and I thought I qualified as an "antique":wave

Whada ya say?

Might your new group cross the Missouri line? - I realize that's a ways out of the suburbs.

[uncutshirt]

Isn't a 1985 bike a little young to be identified as "vintage"?

'Scuse me, I don't mean to hijack this thread, but I've been trying to figure out what classic, vintage, and antique means when referring to BMW motorcycles. The Internet is a mass of confusion regarding these terms.

I thought 30 years old represented the time frame for vintage, and I thought I qualified as an "antique":wave

Whada ya say?

Might your new group cross the Missouri line? - I realize that's a ways out of the suburbs.

1985 - As far K's go - thats vintage :thumb

As far heading MO goes - as long as we are riding out of Illinois then that is good ride. You're welcome to meet up wherever the first trip is headed... Just give me a ring if you want to come and I'll make arrangements.

[jstanco]

Always interested in having friends around since I ride a vintage K.


If you get as far south as Oklahoma, count me in for a ride.. I ride a k-bike too...
93 k75s

[Beemer01]

Love to see it

which model bike?


1985 K100RS. Madison Silver.

[ghostridery2k]

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[uncutshirt]

:thumb im in.i live in chicago north burbs and love to see it thappen.
just a idea>>>TOYS FOR TOTS ride,anybody up for it?
ride safe,martin

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84 CZ 350 (where all this started)
87 K75s (under construction)
05 Kawasaki Z750s
03 Yamaha R1

I'm game - details?

[uncutshirt]

1985 K100RS. Madison Silver.

Very nice :thumb
How many miles?

[uncutshirt]

Very nice :thumb
How many miles?

So - I was talking to a friend at work and he had an idea that he has been tossing around with his riding buddies - Ring Tour around Lake Michigian.

It has crossed my mind before but never seemed to find the time. Plus - North of Green Bay on the West and North of Traverse City are an unknown to me.

So what you think: An easy introductory ride.
After that - backcountry roads to Alaska???

First ride on April 11, 12, and 13th
Ride around Lake Michigian:
http://www.great-lakes.net/tourism/circletour/michigan/
Depending on who wants to come - we can either camp or hotel. I'd personally
If others want - we can work in a theme: Geocaching, etc... ??

[larrydk]

I'd like to do it, but I'll be the first wimp to be worried about the weather that time of year, going north.

[Beemer01]

Very nice :thumb
How many miles?

28,000 when purchased, about 30,000 before today's ride. The restoration was extensive - and my wife would say excessive. Nonetheless - as of this year - a nice Vintage ride. :dance

[Beemer01]

So - I was talking to a friend at work and he had an idea that he has been tossing around with his riding buddies - Ring Tour around Lake Michigian.

It has crossed my mind before but never seemed to find the time. Plus - North of Green Bay on the West and North of Traverse City are an unknown to me.

So what you think: An easy introductory ride.
After that - backcountry roads to Alaska???

First ride on April 11, 12, and 13th
Ride around Lake Michigian:
http://www.great-lakes.net/tourism/circletour/michigan/
Depending on who wants to come - we can either camp or hotel. I'd personally
If others want - we can work in a theme: Geocaching, etc... ??

That early in April can give you snow on the Northern edge of that loop. However, since we're talking a weekend ride, I'd absolutely be game. Keep us posted.

[uncutshirt]

That early in April can give you snow on the Northern edge of that loop. However, since we're talking a weekend ride, I'd absolutely be game. Keep us posted.
Snow is definetly a minus ;)
May 2,3, and 4th? Plus makes camping more of an option
Does this date work for ohers?

[Beemer01]

BTW, just came back from a ride that this club should consider as a annual ride - out to Starved Rock State Park - following the Illinois River from the East. Wow - this is a nice jaunt!

Early May will be fine, so long as everyone has electric vests and grips, fresh oil and good tires!

[uncutshirt]

BTW, just came back from a ride that this club should consider as a annual ride - out to Starved Rock State Park - following the Illinois River from the East. Wow - this is a nice jaunt!

Early May will be fine, so long as everyone has electric vests and grips, fresh oil and good tires!

Small world - Starved Rock is just a 1/2 hr south of me. Great Hiking - It would be great ride; I have been meaning to ride out that way but since its so close then I typically head up to WI or MI instead.

May it is for the Ring around Lake Michigian. Should be fun! Plus if you just came back from Starved Rock - its below freezing this weekend - you'll be fine in May.

Anyone else in? Its months away so there is plenty of time to set aside a long weekend in May.

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

Yep I'll join - it'll be good to have a few Beemer riders together. This assumes we don't have snow that weekend.

[uncutshirt]

toys for tots parade. Dec.2.07.all info here>>>>>>>>>>>>http://chicagolandtft.org/mainevent.htm
i try to find other riders from north chicago burbs to join.try to find easy place to meat and ride to the city.
if anybody interested let me know.
ride safe,martin
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84 CZ 350 (where all this started)
87 K75s (under construction)
05 Kawasaki Z750s
03 Yamaha R1

Good God!!! a 6am start -- on a Sunday!
I'm in

[uncutshirt]

So we can set a rally point somewhere in Illinois as a starting point to meet - may'be other points if there is interest coming from out of town, e.g. Southwest MI or UP MI.

I have been looking at some info from other sites to plan the route and well... Northwest Ind and Southeast IL are just plain unpleasant.

1) This still leaves the cooridor on the souhthern part of the lake. I'm thinking that the IL riders meet in Schaumburg and take 355 South Extenstion to I80 East to Route 45 South to Route 30 East to I 49 North and finally up to I12

2) Or - take the usual - 294 South over 80/94 to 90 then Red Arrow Hghy to I12

3) Or - take option 1 by taking country roads - longer but more fun but then again this is not the most scenic part of the ride.

I'd vote for 2: Take the slab and get it over with. We get to the nice part of the ride that much sooner. After I65 - 90 opens up its gets better the further we get from Chicago

[Beemer01]

I'm continuing to add a few names of people who would like to join including a MOA celebrity.

Should we have a 'planning meeting' :bottle before hand - perhaps in January?:bar

[uncutshirt]

I'm continuing to add a few names of people who would like to join including a MOA celebrity.

Should we have a 'planning meeting' :bottle before hand - perhaps in January?:bar

Sounds like a plan! I'm curious about the celebrity.
I am trying to round up some folks at work too - a bar is always a draw

Check what day and time is good for you and the folks you are in contact with - we can agree on a location later. I have suggestions on wheere depending where people are coming from... Evanston; there is also the Chicago Brauhaus down in Old Town off Lincoln Ave or Ghost Bar at Nine in the Loop - or the local hangout with $1 bottles:bottle

[Beemer01]

It'll have to depend on where the people work I guess for a weeknight. I live North, but am in Downtown Chicago a few days a week.

:stick

The 'celebrity' would be coming up from Indianapolis, so would probably not join in the planning meeting.

[uncutshirt]

It'll have to depend on where the people work I guess for a weeknight. I live North, but am in Downtown Chicago a few days a week.

:stick

The 'celebrity' would be coming up from Indianapolis, so would probably not join in the planning meeting.

I work in Northbrook - not too far from Lake Forest. I'm sure we can arrange for something in Jan.

- curt

[Montauk]

I hope it's not cold in the UP, and when crossing the Mackinaw bridge with the cold winds. I am working on the heated vest, to assist me in cold weather ride.

I live in Gurnee, and work in around Buckley Road and Waukegan Rd (Rt 43), few miles north of Lake Forest.

The only problem with option 2 that I see is riding along with the truckers on the tight spot of 80/94.

[uncutshirt]

I hope it's not cold in the UP, and when crossing the Mackinaw bridge with the cold winds. I am working on the heated vest, to assist me in cold weather ride.

I live in Gurnee, and work in around Buckley Road and Waukegan Rd (Rt 43), few miles north of Lake Forest.

The only problem with option 2 that I see is riding along with the truckers on the tight spot of 80/94.

For options 1 -3, good discussion to have at wherever we meet in Jan. Hope to see you there.

The bridge has me a little worried - I heard its unnerving. Ditto on the heated vest.

- curt

[Beemer01]

With a heated vest, heated grips and several chemical handwarmers to slip into your boots, we're good to ride down to 28 degrees.:thumb

Or so I discovered a few weeks ago!

The scenery up the Eastern shore and Door County are both great - can't wait to see the Northern coast. :dance

[Montauk]

that the UP area generally colder than Chicago any given time, perhaps we come to it in June; but we utilize the early May to go either towards southern IL to Shawnee Forest.

Just another option if we need to balance weather with our riding desire.

Memorial Day long weekend, CRBMW hosts a ride to La Crosse, WI.

BTW, MotoWorks in Chicago is giving away 10% discount on Gerbing gear. It seem like I'll be opting to take the advantage and buying myself a vest and socks. I like the pant liners but have not heard too much positive response, as the wires get pretty hot near the knee area. My bike does not provide any kind of shield to air striking my legs. Dang.

[Montauk]

I believe if one rides this bridge, he can easily conquer any bridge in North America!

[BradfordBenn]

I am interested but work gets in the way of lots of things.

[uncutshirt]

that the UP area generally colder than Chicago any given time, perhaps we come to it in June; but we utilize the early May to go either towards southern IL to Shawnee Forest.

Just another option if we need to balance weather with our riding desire.

Memorial Day long weekend, CRBMW hosts a ride to La Crosse, WI.

BTW, MotoWorks in Chicago is giving away 10% discount on Gerbing gear. It seem like I'll be opting to take the advantage and buying myself a vest and socks. I like the pant liners but have not heard too much positive response, as the wires get pretty hot near the knee area. My bike does not provide any kind of shield to air striking my legs. Dang.

I'm open - as long as we agree and ride. Rationally, it makes sense to do a northern ride later and head south earlier in the year. But riding a motorcycle is my escape from reason :thumb


I never considered the pant liners - I picked up schoeller thermals undies http://www.schoeller-textiles.com/default.asp?cat1ID=128&cat2ID=134&pageID=227&emotionstate=0&emotionID=8&langID=2 at the rally this year. Just amazing - never too hot or cold - I can vouch down to upper 30's. My wife just blurted out that she is getting me a Gerbing liner for xmas - I can't wait! :dance

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

Southern Illinois gets Spring probably a month before Chicago!

I'm still taking the heated gear, though!

[ghostridery2k]

I was reserching heated gear and i think i my case i will get gloves and vest.
Are you guys plan to meet somware in chicago aera to make plans and talk about the trip?Im up for if.

[uncutshirt]

I was reserching heated gear and i think i my case i will get gloves and vest.
Are you guys plan to meet somware in chicago aera to make plans and talk about the trip?Im up for if.


Hey all,

I've been trading emails and we have a time and date to meet and plan out a trip or two.

Who can make a meeting on 1/09 (wed) in Lake Bluff? Beemer01 suggested we meet at 6pm at:

Mccormick's Restaurant & Lounge
5 N Skokie Hwy, Lake Bluff, IL 60044-1764, United States

I know its a bit far north for some but we can trade off on locations over time.

Happy Holidays

~ curt

[Beemer01]

Look forward to seeing Uncut and Ghostrider and others there. I'll be the one riding up on the K100RS. Well, perhaps not. :bikes

Anyhow, I'll be the 53 year young guy in the bar area with some maps. :bar

[Montauk]

Although it's 1.5 wks away, I think I should be able to make at the suggested location.

[ghostridery2k]

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[wezul]

I probably will not make any of the runs but I may stop up for some face time.

Cool.

[ghostridery2k]

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[Montauk]

Martin,

Here's the link to McCormick's Restaurant (http://foodio54.com/restaurant/Lake-Bluff-IL/23fce/Mccormicks-Restaurant--Lounge) with map, address, and a phone number.

I used the "hybrid", and got close up, and it's not easy to access. Looks like the entrance is from Rt. 176 through Shagbark Road, or if you come from Rt. 41, then enter into Washington Avenue, which turns into Shagbark Road.

Well, I went directly to maps.google.com, and it shows on the east side of Rt 41 versus the west side. Now, I'm more confused - one address but two different ways to map it :banghead

[uncutshirt]

I probably will not make any of the runs but I may stop up for some face time.

Cool.

I hope you can make it - I owe you a beer or two

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

McCormicks is a nothing special joint that has been there since 41 was an Indian trail. Across from Knauz BMW et al just off 176. There is a nursery (plants) in season... just behind that.

January 9th - I will not be riding,,, the K is undergoing a transmission swith ectomy,so is in many pieces.:banghead

[ghostridery2k]

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[kbasa]

When this forum got started, this is really what we hoped would come out of it - riders meeting other riders and getting together.

:thumb

[Beemer01]

Ghostrider - I do my own work, though thus far nothing too difficult.

The current project is taking longer than expected due to the fact that I'm attempting to remove bolts that haven't seen the light of day in 25 years - and seemingly would prefer to stay in place. :banghead

[Montauk]

I just stumpled upon this BMW RA UP Rally (http://www.bmwra.org/rally/), which is in June 19 -22, 2008. I would like to find out more, but it could be more than I wanna ride. Anyhoo, I saw this and wanted to share with the group.

[uncutshirt]

I just stumpled upon this BMW RA UP Rally (http://www.bmwra.org/rally/), which is in June 19 -22, 2008. I would like to find out more, but it could be more than I wanna ride. Anyhoo, I saw this and wanted to share with the group.

This may work out - a couple days at the rally plus a ring around the lake. Some others were thinking of doing a different ride down south instead of up North earlier in the year as we had initially proposed.

Please join in on the 9th and we can put together an early itinerary.

[SilverRT]

This may work out - a couple days at the rally plus a ring around the lake.

I rode solo around Superior & Lake Michigan last September (7 days, 3,000 miles). I found few writups on the trip although many have made the route. I traveled every peninsula except for Copper so I may try to catch the RA just so I can check that one off to. I'm already planning a 10 day Gillette trip so the RA trip will be short. If you Chicago area riders want a ride along the river down here, I'm game. You're meeting place is to far north for me. I wrote up my lake trip and can share if interested.

[uncutshirt]

This may work out - a couple days at the rally plus a ring around the lake.

I rode solo around Superior & Lake Michigan last September (7 days, 3,000 miles). I found few writups on the trip although many have made the route. I traveled every peninsula except for Copper so I may try to catch the RA just so I can check that one off to. I'm already planning a 10 day Gillette trip so the RA trip will be short. If you Chicago area riders want a ride along the river down here, I'm game. You're meeting place is to far north for me. I wrote up my lake trip and can share if interested.


You're welcome to join in + we probably will head down south sometime during the year.
- curt

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

Silver - We'd love to read it - please provide link.

[OU812]

I just stumpled upon this BMW RA UP Rally (http://www.bmwra.org/rally/), which is in June 19 -22, 2008. I would like to find out more, but it could be more than I wanna ride. Anyhoo, I saw this and wanted to share with the group.
I may ride this one. If Wezul will give me a ride to the meeting on Wed. I will be able to meet all who show.:whistle

[JCabranes]

Hey all,

I've been trading emails and we have a time and date to meet and plan out a trip or two.

Who can make a meeting on 1/09 (wed) in Lake Bluff? Beemer01 suggested we meet at 6pm at:

Mccormick's Restaurant & Lounge
5 N Skokie Hwy, Lake Bluff, IL 60044-1764, United States

I know its a bit far north for some but we can trade off on locations over time.

Happy Holidays

~ curt

At the risk of frightening people away I think I may drop in on the Wednesday meeting. See ya all there.

[wezul]

Wow, this is shaping up nicely. Does McCormicks know we are descending upon them? I'm trying to visualize the area around Knauz and not many places pop into my head and those that do are none too large.
Anyroad, doesn't matter. Still the 9th at 6 p.m., yes?

:bolt

[Beemer01]

McCormicks it is. The regulars don't mind the additional company - though I can't wait to see how they are handling the new Illinois smoking ban imposed my our 'way too involved' State government.:dunno

:drink See you there!


And while I'm on this topic - isn't there a official Chicago Chapter of the BMW MOA? Before this renegade group gets too organized, it might make sense to consider joining an existing organization too?

[OU812]

I have never been a part of a "club" that started from day one. Let us make this our own.:bar

[uncutshirt]

And while I'm on this topic - isn't there a official Chicago Chapter of the BMW MOA? Before this renegade group gets too organized, it might make sense to consider joining an existing organization too?

Actually, I found the group, Northern Illinois BMW, back in Nov and got myself invited to their next meeting on the the 8th. There are listed as a yahoo group but membership is not automatic. They actually denied my yahoo request to join the group but the president of the group went out of his way to invite me to the group's xmas and new year's get-togethers. They want new members but they want to meet first and see if all get along.

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/NIBMWR/

They seem like good folk. I was planning on checking them out first and letting others know what its all about. My impression so far is that they do not ride as much socialize. All things being equal, I like the group that we put togther so far - like OU182 said - lets make it our own.

~ curt

[uncutshirt]

McCormicks it is. The regulars don't mind the additional company - though I can't wait to see how they are handling the new Illinois smoking ban imposed my our 'way too involved' State government.:dunno

:drink See you there!


And while I'm on this topic - isn't there a official Chicago Chapter of the BMW MOA? Before this renegade group gets too organized, it might make sense to consider joining an existing organization too?


As a precaution, is there a place to crash nearby in case I have too much fun? :drink

Hotel or motel nearby?

[uncutshirt]

btw - I have a web site that we can use to post stuff -- directions, pics, etc...
I built a shell of site - If we use it then great

www.uncutmotorrad.com

[Montauk]

As a member of Chicago Region BMW Group (http://www.crbmw.com/), I've enjoyed some nice trips. Met lots of good people. Jerry, who's the president of the group manages to get better rates for the members for hotel accommodations at the National Rallies. I've so far liked being part of this group. It's a fair size group, as a matter of fact, CRBMW got the award at the West Bend for the most attending members.

[Beemer01]

Couple of motels around the corner(s) if it gets too late.

Funny how much sooners late comes the older I get:scratch

[ghostridery2k]

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[OU812]

are you asking if my cage is silver??
here it is
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc118/ghostridery2k/bmwwithengine004.jpg

Is there any other color?:p

[ghostridery2k]

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[OU812]

I did already. From my buddy's heated garage across the street, into mine.:laugh
BIG RIDE!:wow

[Montauk]

Here are couple of ideas for riding north and south. We can discuss and gather opinions on possible scenarios.

Michigan U.P.

[Montauk]

Going South perhaps - Shawnee Hills (National Forest)

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

Several years ago I took a cross country trip running into the deep South, up the East coast and back to Chicago. The scariest part of the trip was the part around the Southern tip of Lake Michigan where I-80, the Skyway, I-65, the Ryan and the Bishop Ford all seem to merge within a few miles.:bolt

Not my favorite stretch of road in either a cage or on a bike. The ferry would be fun IMHO.

[uncutshirt]

Several years ago I took a cross country trip running into the deep South, up the East coast and back to Chicago. The scariest part of the trip was the part around the Southern tip of Lake Michigan where I-80, the Skyway, I-65, the Ryan and the Bishop Ford all seem to merge within a few miles.:bolt

Not my favorite stretch of road in either a cage or on a bike. The ferry would be fun IMHO.

I agree, I-80 is nasty around the IL/IN border especially on bike + plus the ferry sounds like fun - never been.

[uncutshirt]

Here are couple of ideas for riding north and south. We can discuss and gather opinions on possible scenarios.

Michigan U.P.

I picked up a new road atlas the other day with camping sites in all states. We plot out our trip against available sites.

Plus - what about on the return coming down central WI - nice through Baraboo and Green County with a stop in New Glarus?

What are we thinking about how long? two - three - four - five days?

[uncutshirt]

Going South perhaps - Shawnee Hills (National Forest)

I like this trip - new territory for me. Since the Lake Michigian ride in April is a little sketchy around the UP - lets consider doing this instead and do Lake Michigian in May???

[OU812]

I agree, I-80 is nasty around the IL/IN border especially on bike + plus the ferry sounds like fun - never been.
I stay on 12, even through the south side. I like adventure!:bolt

[Beemer01]

Not. 400 miles a day is about my reasonable limit. Therefore 3 - 4 days for the Lake Michigan loop?:type

See you tomorrow evening!

I'll be driving the 323i cage.

[Montauk]

We could go a bit further north once we get to Houghton. We can stay in some hotel for a night in Houghton during the BMWRA rally.

[Montauk]

Coming down through Central WI. It adds about 100 miles more to the trip.

[OU812]

I have snowmobiled quite a bit in and around Nicolet. Nice in the winter!

[uncutshirt]

Who's coming tonight?

I'll be driving my fine rental ... a power blue dodge something - calibur I think.
Plus wearing a green bmw motorrad jacket

I know a few of have committed - anyone else?

[uncutshirt]

Coming down through Central WI. It adds about 100 miles more to the trip.

I'm game

[wezul]

Who's coming tonight?

I'll be driving my fine rental ... a power blue dodge something - calibur I think.
Plus wearing a green bmw motorrad jacket

I know a few of have committed - anyone else?


You are kidding, right? OU812 and your's truly, at very least.

[OU812]

I did.:blah :laugh

[wezul]

Better turnout than I expected.

http://wezul.smugmug.com/photos/241802194-XL.jpg

L to R: Beemer01, uncutshirt, wezul, ghostridery2k, Montauk, JCabranes and Kristin.

http://wezul.smugmug.com/photos/241802105-XL.jpg

Maps and menus, gotta love it.

http://wezul.smugmug.com/photos/241802081-XL.jpg

OU812 amused by . . . something! :laugh

http://wezul.smugmug.com/photos/241802154-XL.jpg

ghostridery2k and Montauk consider possible routes.


A good beginning, looks like we'll be doing a first group ride in May, thank you all for participating.

[OU812]

I had a great time! Nice to meet everyone.:thumb

[OU812]

Those that dare, we ride Sunday. Join us!:bolt

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[Beemer01]

I'll do an hour ride. When and where?

[OU812]

Watching the weather, I think we can do it. Bob, I thought your bike was torn down? You probably have more then one.;)

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[Montauk]

I've got to go pickup my daughter from a sleep over and got one afternoon function to attend.

[uncutshirt]

I will be ready by 11am,if uncut is not coming lets go north to WI,Lake Geniva aera.If he rides lets pick him up in Naperville and go west.

I'm in but missed your call - left you a message.

[Beemer01]

Grey and chilly, but thankfully electric vests (and in the case of Ghostrider electric gloves and in the case of OU812 being encased in LT level Tupperware and an electric vest).

Inch of so of snow on the ground and roads in Wisconsin - 75 mile trip for me, Curt, we apologize for the missed signals, Montauk understand completely ... we will repeat soon!

When is Spring?

[OU812]

Here are the 2 pics I took today. Lame I know, but too busy shivering.
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s295/ou812_o6/MOA32003.jpg
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s295/ou812_o6/MOA32002.jpg
I did almost 100 miles. Better than nuttin!:brad

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[OU812]

I honked, but you were going so fast.....................:whistle

[OU812]

I am canceling my check if nec. for this years renewal. The mods here are way too controlling for me. E-mail me if you need to contact me.
Steve

[OU812]

They (mods) let me back on, but I do not anticipate this for long. My membership expires in March (I think). But hey, I have met plenty of nice members here and at the Rally last July.

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[OU812]

Yes, I got a timeout. Time outs are for kids. I refuse to play the game. I am outa here.:usa

[wezul]

Oh, quit whining. :stick
You love to play games.

[OU812]

Oh, quit whining. :stick
You love to play games.
I am done.:bolt

[OU812]

Hey, I still love you guys.:whistle

[wezul]

Then let bygones be and let's shake hands and get on with it.
To be honest I would not care to be a moderator, it's a lose/lose but someone has to enforce the rules and like 'em or not rules is rules.

[SIBUD]

Yes, I got a timeout. Time outs are for kids. I refuse to play the game. I am outa here.:usa


What's up with that? Quitting is for kids. Stick around. Some folks are entertained.

[Beemer01]

These Chicago area riders (and one outcast) :fight are planning a ride down to Quincy and Missouri in early May... care to join us? :wave

[OU812]

Well, they sent me my card (and took my check) so I guess I am in one more year.:banghead :thumb

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[wezul]

Well, they sent me my card (and took my check) so I guess I am in one more year.:banghead :thumb

:thumb Good on ya.

[JCabranes]

Well, they sent me my card (and took my check) so I guess I am in one more year.:banghead :thumb

There goes the neighborhood. :brow

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[wezul]

Martin, bring back some pictures, won't you?
just need more memory for my camera.

Oh, DUH!

[OU812]

Ok chicago,see you feb 6.Im going to do some riding with good friend of my from europe in southern Itally for a week.Im flying monday night (original plan was to fly sunday but if you don't pay for airfare you got no choice).My buddy got sumer house there so we will use as a base for day long adventures.I got my gear ready,just need more memory for my camera.:thumb :brad :dance :wave
Man I am jealous! He called me just to rub it in!:violin

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[OU812]

http://www.motorcycleshows.com/motorcycleshows/static/staticHtml.jsp?id=359181

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[uncutshirt]

i got no sleep in last two days,plane,traine,bus,ferry,buss again,taxi and finlly got to thae church one hour before wedding.no riding yet but few red bulls and im ready.We got two bikes waiting for sunday morning ride.is not hot but mid 60s will do.I need to find cheap digital camera,my buget for this trip is very tight and AA lost my bag with my camera


Spcial thanx to AA for loosing my bag.(yes the one with my camera-bummer)


i think i be back tuesday night.

Still would rather be there than here
Have Fun!

[OU812]

Beemer01, are you going? We could ride in my car and save on parking. Ghostrider, lets have that ride report!:lurk

[Beemer01]

I'll be there on Sunday instead - bummer.

[Beemer01]

Anyone else from the Chicago Riders Group (CRG) planning on going to the National in Wyoming?

I'm going with a buddy - who, come to think of it, I'll draft to join this band of kindred souls - and are taking two days to get to Wyoming... and from there vector up into Montana and perhaps aim for Canada.

Taking back roads all the way!:dance

[uncutshirt]

Anyone else from the Chicago Riders Group (CRG) planning on going to the National in Wyoming?

I'm going with a buddy - who, come to think of it, I'll draft to join this band of kindred souls - and are taking two days to get to Wyoming... and from there vector up into Montana and perhaps aim for Canada.

Taking back roads all the way!:dance

Gillette is still up in the air for me but good idea on bringing your buddy in

~ curt

[Beemer01]

The only problem is that his BMW is in DC and his local bike is a Harley. Oh well if Ghostrider can show up to our first official meeting on a Kawa.... Thomas can ride a HD.

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[Beemer01]

He actually works in DC, but lives here commuting back and forth.

The Beemer was his sole year round transportation in our Nation's Capital... until last weekend when he totaled it.

No worries, a one piece Aerostitch with armor, a full face helmet and ABS saved him from more than bruises and stiffness. Bob's BMW has the remains now - and he is in the market for another K1200LT for the Wyoming trip.

The HD lives here in a heated garage. I think he needs to unload the 'something glide' and get a Chicago Beemer.:laugh

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[OU812]

What, no pics from Italy?:bolt

[ghostridery2k]

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[Montauk]

I'm going to the National. A buddy is "supposed" to tag along with me. I've got my routes planned except my return. Yellowstone and the Tetons are one of the key spots that I'll be visiting.

Regarding the Motorcycle show, I heard that Sat. is packed, it's good to go on Sunday. Somehow, Sat works better for me. I'm driving.

[Beemer01]

I am somehow not surprised that you have the routes mapped out in great detail! We'll talk and you can figure on us riding along... couple of guys from Boston might be joining as well. Probably have a pre-ride bar-b-que at my place the night before we head out! :bar


Oh and Bik - make sure you socialize your carefully mapped out May route to Quincy and Missouri with the rest of the group for their approval!

[Montauk]

Bryan,

My main computer is out of commission for a short period as I await for the arrival of a new power supply. Then modifications, to ensure proper fit into the box.

I am waiting for some spare time to put everything together into one pdf file for easy access and reference by all. I have not forgotten.

[Beemer01]

I'd say there is no rush.:coffee

Six more weeks of winter? We should be so lucky.

[Becky973]

I just got home from the International Motorcycle Show in Chicago. Saw some great looking bikes. Saw some old friends. Checked out some interesting things. Now it is snowing again and the temperature is dropping down to 3 degrees. I'm ready for a trip South to warmer weather. I have a bad case of PMS (Parked motorcycle syndrome). It is even too cold to work of the vintage stuff in the garage. Maybe it is a good time to start planning my summer rides.

Cold and snowy in Chicago

Becky

[OU812]

Becky, I feel your pain. Here are some pics from the show and a special thanks to Curt for getting the old people home for me. How is your underwear look after letting Martin drive your turbo?:whistle
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s295/ou812_o6/show001.jpg
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s295/ou812_o6/show002.jpg
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s295/ou812_o6/show006.jpg

[OU812]

One more detail. The Goldwing lists $2K more then the LT! Ha!:dance

[Beemer01]

Oh........ this is a machine to lust after! :german

Anyone notice that all the Beemers at the show were fitted with the low seats? (Probably to avoid scaring away all the <6'0" potential customers.)

[uncutshirt]

I just got home from the International Motorcycle Show in Chicago. Saw some great looking bikes. Saw some old friends. Checked out some interesting things. Now it is snowing again and the temperature is dropping down to 3 degrees. I'm ready for a trip South to warmer weather. I have a bad case of PMS (Parked motorcycle syndrome). It is even too cold to work of the vintage stuff in the garage. Maybe it is a good time to start planning my summer rides.

Cold and snowy in Chicago

Becky

Tell me about it ... I only got one of my two tires on my bike - too cold
You're welcome to join whatever rides we go on. I am hoping that once the ice is gone we can start riding again

[OU812]

Beemer01, did you mean the R1200GS? I don't think they make a K1200GS.:bolt

[Beemer01]

GT, meant to type GT.

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

[OU812]

You are right, the GT is HOT!:bikes

[Montauk]

and now I'm torn between two lovers ... Montauk & GT.

[Beemer01]

and paycheck.:dunno

And while I'm at it a longer riding season!!

[Becky973]

We had to take apart a bike to make room for the last bike we got. Not if but when we get more bikes, the hot tub will have to be moved to the outside. That will mean going outside in the cold:bolt very quickly. It is snowing again as I'm writing this. :violin Maybe we should all move to TX with Voni.

Becky

[wezul]

I'll stick here for now but I have to say this winter has bummed me more than any previous winter. (To be honest, last winter I'd just bought the RT and was back to riding and it was a relatively mild winter, at least in December as I recall riding first couple weeks of that month) Lots of cold and snow this year. More snow due tonight and tomorrow. But . . . . only 5 - 6 weeks more of this and we're back at it! Find my happy place, find my happy place!!!!

Now I have the F800ST and the RT and the 'ol Piaggio ET4 and they sit in the garage and whenever I'm out there I think they're laughing at me. So i get a real ugly look on my face and threaten not to rotate the battery chargers. They shut right up.
Geez, I need to ride!

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[wezul]

So Who Is Up For A Ride In First Week Of April To Mississippi?

One of the things I like about you Martin is you will ride in darned near any weather. Scares the heck outta me but you are inspiring. Let's keep an eye on the weather and keep in touch as the fourth month draws near, I could be up for it.

Hey, how was the trip? Pictures!!!!

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[uncutshirt]

ok
apr4-6 dogwood rally edwards,mississippi apr 804 miles from vernon hills,il
apr20 wild goose run beaver dam,wi 122 miles
apr 27 bmw flea market near rakford il apr 80 miles
may2-4 bmw mini rally sturgis,mi >>>>i know we plan to go for ride to peoria aera but rally:scratch
just couple ideas for feew rides,for me all will work just fine

I can't do the dogwood rally. I will just be coming back from a bike trip overseas and well... my wife is prettier :laugh

I can make the BMW Flea market and the mini rally

[wezul]

The season always kicks off with Pecatonica, doesn't it?
(That's the flea market, btw, yup I'll make that one. That was my first.)
All depending on our fickle weather, I don't like ice.

[Beemer01]

I'll do the Fleamarket and beaver dam for sure, stay tuned for the rest.

Beemer01

[OU812]

The Flea for sure. That is when I met my first BMW riders in the neighborhood.:gerg

[OU812]

Whatever you do, DO NOT let Martin park his Mustang in your driveway. It is the little Exxon Valdez.:nono

[Beemer01]

It tends to go out of control and slam into the garage, discharging millions of gallons of oil?

[OU812]

Not that bad, but my newer concrete driveway now has a "Martin" tattoo on it.:bluduh

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[wezul]

Nah Martin, leave it. Gives O something to rag about. ;)
:laugh :bolt

[OU812]

Martin, just ribbing ya man. My wife is the one you don't want to have your phone#.:blah

[Beemer01]

that anyone in Chicago can actually see their Driveway.:scratch

[uncutshirt]

Hey all,

Sunday will be @ 36 and light winds - Good day for a ride!

Martin and I are meeting in Schaumburg at @Woodfield Mall at 9:00 - 9:30 AM on Sunday. We are planning on having breakfast then heading out Northwest and coming back East near Delavan and having lunch or coffee in Lake Geneva.

Any and all are welcome. We will leaving Schaumburg around 10:00 - 10:15.


Breakfast at Corner Bakery:
http://www.cornerbakerycafe.com/maps/index.aspx?ID=8

Lake Geneva:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Lake+Geneva&ie=UTF8&ll=42.610212,-88.506203&spn=0.177632,0.31929&z=12&iwloc=addr




~ curt

[Spike1100]

Keep me informed on your riding group! I've been eyeballing that Lake Michigan circuit for a while - looks like fun. . Wish I could make the ride tomorrow but really should get tires before season starts.

--spike

[Beemer01]

...is in pieces - though my hands are nicely grimy from working on it, won't have it buttoned up in time for tomorrow.

Ride safely - there's a lot of stuff still on the roads!

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[OU812]

New V-Strom? NICE! My bike is in the shop for a recall.:cry

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[wezul]

And how was the weather, still ice in front of my garage dude, sorry.
Hey, a new V-Strom? Can't wait to see it, that's cool, man.

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[JCabranes]

270 miles today

Rub it in why don't you. Seriously, with more snow on the way I've got a serious case of cabin fever... I'm getting a little cranky.

[uncutshirt]

main roads are very good and dry,some wet spots but no big deal.we hit few back roads and in shaded aera still some ice on them.no big deal we just slow down to safe speed.i enjoed this ride.
btw, i was very suprised how much power f 650 got..........


......it actully keep up.:laugh

Funny .. I'll work on the pictures tomorrow. I kept up - barely and thank goodness for ABS! I am lusting for a street bike now :heart

[uncutshirt]

Funny .. I'll work on the pictures tomorrow. I kept up - barely and thank goodness for ABS! I am lusting for a street bike now :heart

And big thanks to Martin for fixing my car door when he stopped by on the way home this afternoon!

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

looked like a good ride for electrically heated.... everything!

6-10" incoming tonight. Sigh. I feel like reassembling the bike and starting to ride South - fast.:bolt

Oh and Uncut, Martin seems to have a K75 to sell? That's a very fine road bike!

Of course that means he'll be temporarily without a BMW:deal , I may have to lend him some BMW roundels for his rice grinder. :p

[uncutshirt]

looked like a good ride for electrically heated.... everything!

6-10" incoming tonight. Sigh. I feel like reassembling the bike and starting to ride South - fast.:bolt

Oh and Uncut, Martin seems to have a K75 to sell? That's a very fine road bike!

Of course that means he'll be temporarily without a BMW:deal , I may have to lend him some BMW roundels for his rice grinder. :p

I know - but I need to hold off until the Fall. I need to plant the seed with my wife - let it wait six months and then buy. Its how it works in my house

[uncutshirt]

and few more
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc118/ghostridery2k/zj2.jpg
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc118/ghostridery2k/zj3.jpg

A few more ...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/18884878@N05/sets/72157603982340742

[Beemer01]

Safety, ride height, vibration, braking, cornering - and we do have you lined up a several long road trips this spring and summer.

Just worried about your safety!:violin

[uncutshirt]

Keep me informed on your riding group! I've been eyeballing that Lake Michigan circuit for a while - looks like fun. . Wish I could make the ride tomorrow but really should get tires before season starts.

--spike

You're welcome to come along. Since, we may not meet as a group until our first ride in May, you you're welcome to hop along for any of our side trips that we post. I know Martin has some rides for April... stay tuned

[uncutshirt]

Safety, ride height, vibration, braking, cornering - and we do have you lined up a several long road trips this spring and summer.

Just worried about your safety!:violin

Do I hear just a hint of sarcasm? :whistle

my woman ain't budging on the safety - I used that excuse already :)

[Beemer01]

You'd smoke me on anything that resembled a 'Adventure Rider' type of road - dirt, gravel, you name it ..... I'd struggle.

On the other hand - both of us will have a hard time keeping up with Martin - so never mind. Keep the 650 and we'll hang back together and hope we eventually catch him. On paved roads only please.

Musta killed him to be following me last January as I futzed along at somewhere near the legal limit.:blah

:lurk

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[wezul]

And you're selling the K75, too?
Man, some changes going on, eh?

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[wezul]

Hey Martin, if I may be so bold, what made you decide to go VStrom?
I do like the bike but you seem like a street guy to me.

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[wezul]

You always got something in the works, huh?
I can understand the need for room, 3 bikes in the garage year 'round, 4 in summer so it's a little tight with the car, too.
Let us know when you take delivery on the VStrom and let's see some more pictures then, ok?

[Beemer01]

Slow down. Finish the K75 - execute one of your wonderful paint jobs with the OE color and take the smoothest bike ever made for a ride.:german

[wezul]

Can't imagine why you prefer K's, Brian. ;)
Hey, maybe you should snap Martin's K75 up. I'll bet your honey would love that! :ha

[Beemer01]

My hidden agenda is to have a faster ride than Martin. Faster bike should compensate for a slower rider. :whistle

[wezul]

I have not ridden with any of you, yet. But it sounds like Martin would blow past most of us on a Puch. You ride a big K, don't you, Brian? That's plenty of horse, give 'er the spurs!

[ghostridery2k]

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[OU812]

The V is a street bike, and they use them for track days also. I almost got one.......
Nice Color Martin!

[ghostridery2k]

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[OU812]

Are they called V-Strom?

[uncutshirt]

i trade my r1 for vee storm,im hopping to do more riding this year so bike like this will have more use then my r1.i hope i will not regret this trade,deal was done over the phone with a dealer in FL,no paperwork yet.it wuld be nice to ride there on r1 and come back on vee storm but miles will kill the deal.i think i will ship my bike there and ride the vee back(i smell iron but run :scratch ).im waiting on final paperwork with some numbers and my title for my r1.
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc118/ghostridery2k/veestorm.jpg

Preeetyyy - I always give them a second look when I stop by the Suziki dealer.

[ghostridery2k]

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[OU812]

http://vstrom.info/

[uncutshirt]

curt ,you can ride my z if i get vee-storm,but i think then you will kik my a$$ on it:laugh
new tires ordered for Z.
btw >>>>>my hard case mounting plate broke,that why was loose like that last sunday

Bummer about the mounting plate -

But get that title so you can get that I V-Strom!:thumb

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[uncutshirt]

anybody riding today??

Not me today - I am behind in some schoolwork and as much as I would rather ride - I should not.

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

Just ride carefully, lots of salt and stuff on the roads.

And of course they are calling for more snow this week.:scratch

[uncutshirt]

Just ride carefully, lots of salt and stuff on the roads.

And of course they are calling for more snow this week.:scratch

This long winter is driving me crazy... :bottle
I almost bought a runabout boat this weekend. Thank God Martin stopped by and got me out on the bike or I would be out @ 20K right now... + 5K more a year.

Plus my wife offered that if I bought a boat then no new bike in 2009 - by 2009 I take to mean Fall 2008. So - no boat = new bike. :german

[Montauk]

Ask for opinions, get votes, do what you want to do. :p

[Beemer01]

There are several rallies including the May 30-June 1 Hiawtha Rally over in Sourthern Minnesota (page 131 of the the most recent ON magazine.

Something to consider in this winter of our discontent.

[Beemer01]

FYI, Bik, my Washington DC buddy, Biks friend and I are planning on riding out to Wyoming together - anyone else from our 'crew' planning on this trip?:drink

[ghostridery2k]

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[Beemer01]

My bud and I are probably heading into Canada after we leave the rally, you're welcome to join us. Not sure what Bic's plans are.

[ghostridery2k]

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[Raevyn]

Shipping your bike....I think it's a smart move especially when you're going to pay for most of your trip by driving out there with the company. More options for adventures on the ride back home.

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[Beemer01]

What should I bring?:bottle

[wezul]

I would be interested. :eat :bottle

[Raevyn]

This would be a day or evening affair?

[uncutshirt]

march 29/saturday >>>>>> beer and pizza at my place- who's interested?

Sounds fun but I will be in the UK

[OU812]

I would like to attend. :eat :bottle

[OU812]

Who is ready to ride today? Let's do this:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=6492576#post6492576

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[OU812]

This was fun fun fun!
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=292843&page=12

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[OU812]

No pics on the road, just the people.
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=292843&page=13

[uncutshirt]

My Parent's 50th wedding anniversary is coming up and my mom wants to do it during our May trip :banghead


I may have to catch-up along the way - no one is happy if my mom is not happy...

[uncutshirt]

No pics on the road, just the people.
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=292843&page=13

I'm in advrider too - I would have like to made it but just did not have the time. Good to hear that it was fun. I am doing the six days in the dirt this year, http://www.cycleconservationclub.org/cccsixdays.html , and I might see if anyone else is heading up that way

[OU812]

http://www.slimeycrudrun.com/
I am going to ride this one if the wife lets me.:banghead

[uncutshirt]

due to uncut return from UK on mar 31st i will bump the event on week,i think this is ok with evrybody.new date is >>>>>>>>>>>apr 5<<<<<<<<<<<<<<.

how about the 12th? wife and kids have plans for me on my weekend back from my trip. maybe do the sixth but not the 13th

[OU812]

Went last year. Lots O BMWs.
IL April 27, 2008
23rd BMW Flea Market and MotoExpo
Blackhawk Region BMW Association, Inc. MOA #35
Huge indoor BMW Flea Market and MotoExpo! Come to Winnebago County Fairgrounds, Pecatonica, IL, 10 miles west of Rockford and 1 mile north of US20. Motorcycle and accessory dealers, vendors, enthusiast-sellers, and buyers are all welcome. Rent a vendor space or sell your items on consignment at our club booth. Buyers admitted for $5 donation. Saturday night setup and camping; supper served onsite. Early Sunday setup; breakfast and lunch served. Contact: Earve Brauer, til 8:00 p.m.: 815-962-8911 (email rockbmw2000@yahoo.com).

[OU812]

how about the 12th? wife and kids have plans for me on my weekend back from my trip. maybe do the sixth but not the 13th
Carry on W/O me if it is on the 12th-13th. I will be in PA.

[Beemer01]

Anyone game? I'm up and running!:dance

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[Beemer01]

Same place we met last time.

Anyone else joining?

[ghostridery2k]

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[OU812]

I can meet for food, then I have to go back home.:eat :doh :bolt
Change oil.