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That is a way cool. Intro. For guys “Of a certain age” That bike has a visceral response. You looked to be immediately comfortable power sliding the gravel. I carry a 6” scar on my leg from a 55 Trail. 💪

Good Story - Beware, Man with tools, Breaking the rules. 👀

I only ride in the sand; to protect my ankles. Goofy Footer, Thanks for all the riding and equipment topics. These topics help us question old habits.

Truth is a dangerous concept. Once egos are engaged, stand by for conflict. We are just making the best of available choices.

Note: Synthetic bags are significantly more bulky, last time I checked in 2006.

Has the sun come out for Wyoming spring? Best of Luck with the transition to spring riding.

Thank You Goofy Footer, Time well spent. I have my InReach with me whenever I am out of cell service. Easy to Text using Bluetooth with your phone .

2021 Used three times, Clean, No Damage. $425 Decided I want an Adventure/ Dualsport design with a face shield. Size X-LARGE , I have used Arai and Shoei Large for years but returned the Large 6D for XL for best fit. My head size is 23 1/4”.. La Mesa, Send me a PM

Say Buddy, Will you change my tire for me? 🛞

Currently hovering at 489hr and 13200 miles. New cylinder and match piston OEM. Tim said valves were good. Starts easy and idles quickly. Has all the power I need for the sand We ride. Controllable power at walking speeds in difficult conditions. Spins up quickly. Love the 450. Regarding the piston fail: Best guess is old gas running high rpm in long washes. I have never seen sand in my intake as I clean it often. That said, the bike is running every week in the sand during the season. So a lot of exposure. It is not a Ride to the trail bike. It is an excellent trail bike. Isn’t that what every owner would say of their choice? 😎

Thanks to the original poster for the heads up. Not many ways to connect routes in that area, so intel could help those planning. 🚧

Ha, We are all snobs in our own particular way. 😲

Thanks Randy, Quite a story.

That road is tricky because of all the rain channels and many tight turns. For me, not a place to carry a lot of speed. As my eyes aged (71), seeing clearly the details became a problem. Note that the injury sight is in the shade. Transitions, I.e. in and out of shade at speed became a crap shoot. The good news is that there is help available. After three eye surgeries, the details have returned and my riding has improved. Plus, I feel much more in control. Bagstr, On the Trail.

Offroadocotillo.com No personal experience. Web search of Ocotillo Wells (not the town of Ocotillo) show ATV MC and Razor Rentals. 30 minutes from Borrego Springs, CA. Good Luck