So it looks like this story might have a happy ending. :)
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So it looks like this story might have a happy ending. :)
Well I brought the bike in and had the gear sensor changed just to be sure. The cost was $ 175 for the part and 3 hours of labor (little easier than originally thought). I also put Adventure tires (Perrilli Scorpio Trail - around $ 450 installed) and a new battery (about $ 175 installed). After reading your posts I think I should invest in a diagnostic tool just in case. So it's Alaska or bust in July 2013. Arctic Circle here I come!
My thanks for the thoughts and comments.
Mike T