Well, pulled the trigger on a “new” 2012 BMW Sertao from Max’s in CT. Has about 4 miles on it and got it at a pretty good discount. Pick it up on Tuesday. Heading to Hermy’s today to take advantage of their “Black Friday Sale” and pick-up some needed parts to modify he bike a bit including:
- High Seat – adds about an inch to the height to facilitate the long inseams. Also, reported to be a little more comfortable
- Oil and air filter
- GPS Mount – hope to use the same GPS from the 1200 GSA
- High windshield (maybe)
- Engine crash bars (maybe)
Other items I’ll need to add (other sources) include:
- Handle bar risers
- Bash plate to protect engine
- Racks and saddle bags – probably soft (Wolfman)
- Tank bag – bolero use my old RKA from the GSA
- Center stand – aids in servicing the bike and changing tires
- Various protection – headlight, master brake cylinder, ABS and radiator
Probably other things, but no real rush. Need to get a few thousand miles on the bike before going too crazy
Anyway, the ride to Hermy’s was a bit chilly. Thermometer showed 15 degrees F when I left the house. Met up with my son Ben on his Versys for breakfast a the Sunflower Cafe. A balmy 22 degrees by the time I got there.
Ashes Before Dust
Ran across a great video that does a great job capturing the sense of adventure experienced on the ride to Alaska last year. If you have an hour to spend, check out the video put together by some folks making the ride to Alaska from Seattle. Check it out HERE! Hope I can figure out how to post i ton the blog.
