bboyle9 24 Posted December 17, 2021 As a LA resident I only post on this site in most needed times. Here's the skinny... Currently having a 4x4 van built in Ashville, NC - should be ready by 1/7. I have from 12/20 -1/3 off from work. The plan 1. Load up my 450l with Mosko 80L bags and camping gear 2. Wear really warm and waterproof clothes 3. Take some fishing gear and see if i can catch any fish 4. Take a modified TAT route from LA to Ashville. What am i missing? Bowers dont tell my mom... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted December 17, 2021 Do it. Take some pictures, have fun, etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted December 17, 2021 You will be back at work when your Van is complete . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 17, 2021 13 hours ago, bboyle9 said: Bowers dont tell my mom... My silence has a price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted December 17, 2021 That little four-fiddy L is gonna get a work out! 😳 At least you'll have the jet stream at your back...😃 Take 'n post lots of pics...safe travels! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted December 17, 2021 15 hours ago, bboyle9 said: As a LA resident I only post on this site in most needed times. Here's the skinny... Currently having a 4x4 van built in Ashville, NC - should be ready by 1/7. I have from 12/20 -1/3 off from work. The plan 1. Load up my 450l with Mosko 80L bags and camping gear 2. Wear really warm and waterproof clothes 3. Take some fishing gear and see if i can catch any fish 4. Take a modified TAT route from LA to Ashville. What am i missing? Bowers dont tell my mom... Take your time and stay off the free/high way and you will have a ball. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1061 Posted December 17, 2021 Don’t do it. Motorcycles are dangerous. You’ll never make it. It’s too cold. It’s too far. You have the wrong bike. You need $2500 in ATGATT. It’s too expensive. You’ll get lost. What about robbers? And gas? What if they close all the state borders? it’s far to risky for any reasonable person to do. probably should just stay home and put your mask on. It’s for your own good. ……. bahh! ….. humbug. but if you do, can I go with you? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bboyle9 24 Posted December 18, 2021 Well bags are mostly packed. Still waiting on GPS routes from GPSkevin. Apparently stuck in transit between Santa Monica and Escondido. Feel pretty good about my gear, will probably need to swap tires midway through. Also will need to do many oil changes. Other than that what could go wrong!? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted December 18, 2021 Nothing. Nothing can go wrong. Message me if it does! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted December 18, 2021 Honda spec oil change is 600 miles More mellow paced dualsport riding will extend it. I can rescue if needed. Leave the 450L in the corner of the van shop. I’ll ride it back in July Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 19, 2021 The mileage number is likely for dino oil- full synthetic will last 3x longer. Moudry will say Rotella. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted December 19, 2021 8 hours ago, Goofy Footer said: Honda spec oil change is 600 miles More mellow paced dualsport riding will extend it. I can rescue if needed. Leave the 450L in the corner of the van shop. I’ll ride it back in July 600 miles after the break in period. Normal should be 3-5Kmiles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted December 19, 2021 7 hours ago, paulmbowers said: The mileage number is likely for dino oil- full synthetic will last 3x longer. Moudry will say Rotella. Synthetic Rotella. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 19, 2021 Use your SPOT device. Or I'm telling Mom. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bboyle9 24 Posted December 20, 2021 InReach will be going, I'll post the link up here. Due to limited time will likely be hitting lots of backroads and slab but will mix in dirt as much as possible to break the monotony. I heard hondas will run on french fry oil in a pinch so i shouldnt have any trouble with that riding through the midwest. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Champ 116 Posted December 20, 2021 1 as in January? Last I checked thats WINTER, we could start a collection to fly you out there. At least have heated grips, oh and don't wear vented clothes. Ask me how I know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted December 20, 2021 I can borrow you a BMW rain suite and Water safe over shoes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bboyle9 24 Posted December 20, 2021 i feel as confident as one could feel about my gear, i may be regretting no heated grips. worst case i get over it and leave the bike with a buddy in texas and fly. About 90% ready to go! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1061 Posted December 20, 2021 1 hour ago, bboyle9 said: i feel as confident as one could feel about my gear, i may be regretting no heated grips. worst case i get over it and leave the bike with a buddy in texas and fly. About 90% ready to go! Oh but they are soooooo cheap to buy, and soooooo easy to install. Once you have them, you'll never go back! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 20, 2021 I have a heated vest that saved my ass enroute to Connecticut a few years ago- you're welcome to borrow it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted December 21, 2021 Bboyle9 launched this morning. He is somewhere near the Cabazon Dinosaurs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted December 21, 2021 Sweet, ride hard and fast! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bboyle9 24 Posted December 23, 2021 Currently in truth or consequence,NM Haven’t figured out if not having heated grips is a truth or a consequence yet. Hit plenty of dirt today and some twisties I hoped would never end. only like 2200 more miles! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted December 23, 2021 34 minutes ago, bboyle9 said: Currently in truth or consequence,NM Haven’t figured out if not having heated grips is a truth or a consequence yet. Hit plenty of dirt today and some twisties I hoped would never end. only like 2200 more miles! Awesome! Good on 'ya! Motel or Tent? Stay safe... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
