BC Big Trailie # 5

After very little thought I have decided to join the group taking in the BCBTR5. This will be my 3rd one in a row. Both previous rides have not disappointed. Each trip was one of those rides that keep a grin on my face the whole time.
This year looks like it will be another fantastic weekend, and it will be a great tune up for the upcoming ride across Canada.

Here are some links to the ADVRider forum where the rides are posted
BCBTR5
BCBTR4
BCBTR3

tesing the spot tracker

Testing the spot tracker today to see if the map on the blog is working.

125 days and counting

As the temperature climbs and the roads clear the real count down begins. Today I swept out the garage and removed the cover from the bike in preparation for the early season maintenance. I'd like to go for a ride but it is still a bit cool for my liking and the streets still have plenty of gravel on them.

The last three years I have been late starting to ride due to all the pre-season bike prep I like to do. This year I'm going to get out and ride a bit before I get deep into all the things I want to do before the big trip.

Some of the items I'm going to take care of include:
New wheel bearings and spacers front and rear
Clean and lube swing arm bearings
A new rear tire just prior to leaving on the trip
Install the new Givi 45liter top case

The next Adventure....Across the Continent

July 2010 is the date for our next motorcycle journey. I have always wanted to see the country from coast to coast. What better way than on a motorcycle. Our plan is to take 3 weeks to travel from Edmonton Alberta to the east coast of the continent and back. On our way traversing all but two Canadian Provinces and as many as 15 American States. Major stops en route will include Toronto, Niagara Falls, New York City, Boston, Saint John, Halifax, Charlottetown, Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa, Chicago, Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone Park and Waterton Lakes Park, just to name a few.

Here's a look at what our Eastern leg might look like


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