Beartooth Ride Summer of 2016 July 31-Aug 4

[usranger74]

Originally Posted by cliffordgos

No, Next year. I have decided on which model though. (for now)


http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/..._overview.html

$30K!!!!!!! How many banks did you have to rob?

[ponch]

Originally Posted by usranger74

$30K!!!!!!! How many banks did you have to rob?

A top of the line goldwing and Roadmaster go for that much and aren't in the same league performance wise.

[landman]

Originally Posted by ponch

There are some good deals on leftovers now. I've seen some for $2000 off list. I've also seen some used ones that are a lot less than new. Seems a lot of folks don't keep them for more than 20-25K miles. I never see as many used RTs.

many bmw riders trade before the warranty runs out because of the high cost of dealer maintenance and reliability issues.one problem is the fact that independent shops can't work on them because of all the specialty tools needed for common repairs.i know someone who has told me that he has never goten out of of a bmw service shop for less then $1200.

[JD Hog]

Originally Posted by cliffordgos

No, Next year. I have decided on which model though. (for now)


http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/us/en/..._overview.html

That's a nice looking ride Cliff, hope you can get one soon.

[usranger74]

Originally Posted by ponch

A top of the line goldwing and Roadmaster go for that much and aren't in the same league performance wise.

All in the eye of the rider. As for me, if I had 30K it would go to a Goldwing.

[usranger74]

I have been looking at some possible rides from Red Lodge. Several things to keep in mind. This part of the “west” may still be in the summer monsoon” season – meaning afternoon thunderstorms often with hail and strong winds are possible/common. If you are not in the mountains, afternoon temps may be in the 90s. The two times I have been on the Beartooth Highway in late July I saw temps in the low 30s in the AM and ice on the road in shadowed areas. If you plan on a ride through Yellowstone you will see many places to stop and see things – factor that into your planned time for the ride. It will also be the peak of the summer travel season for YELL – lots of traffic and full parking lots.


Loop Nth End of YELL Ride


Beartooth - Chief Joseph Hwy Loop Ride


Yellowstone Loop Ride


Up the Lake - Back to the Mts Ride


Bighorn Mt Loop Ride


Short but Nice Ride


Custer Battlefield - Round Trip Ride


Map of Custer Battlefield.


Map of Yellowstone


Map of Yellowstone - PDF copy


Bighorn Canyon NRA


Chief Joseph By-Way

[blowndodge]

Originally Posted by schoeney

Something tells me I'm going to be gaining some weight in July.:o

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Joel started in December.

[blowndodge]

Originally Posted by usranger74

All in the eye of the rider. As for me, if I had 30K it would go to a Goldwing.

Can't fault that statement Bill.

[cliffordgos]

Originally Posted by ponch

There are some good deals on leftovers now. I've seen some for $2000 off list. I've also seen some used ones that are a lot less than new. Seems a lot of folks don't keep them for more than 20-25K miles. I never see as many used RTs.

I won't be actively purchasing one for about a year from now.
I'll see what kind of deal I can make at that time.
I do know that they would have to make a super deal for me to buy a leftover as compared to present year bike. I would like to roll into a new bike every few years and with their 3ASY RIDE I should be able to. To have a bike already a year old might not be as good on the trade in side.

I think the reason you are seeing so many used newer bikes is because people are taking advantage of the 3ASY RIDE.(maybe)

[ponch]

Originally Posted by landman

many bmw riders trade before the warranty runs out because of the high cost of dealer maintenance and reliability issues.one problem is the fact that independent shops can't work on them because of all the specialty tools needed for common repairs.i know someone who has told me that he has never goten out of of a bmw service shop for less then $1200.

Did that include tires? I know the valve check on a K1600 is $400 just for the check and double that if it's needs to be changed. That's every 18K miles. BMW sells more boxer engined bikes, but I see a disproportionate number of the big K bikes. Some good deals can be gotten, but I have to wonder if there were any issues like oil use. The early 1600s had issues. I hope they worked it out as it's a rocking bike. That said, extended warranties can be purchased and on that bike it might be worth it. A member of the local BMW club passed away around christmas and he had a 2012 K1600GT with 24K miles. I had the opportunity to buy it at under 14K. New it's 26K+. I'm attracted to the KGT, but the RT is a much safer bet and a little less money too. It's a good thing the GT is above my pay grade.

[ponch]

Originally Posted by cliffordgos

I won't be actively purchasing one for about a year from now.
I'll see what kind of deal I can make at that time.
I do know that they would have to make a super deal for me to buy a leftover as compared to present year bike. I would like to roll into a new bike every few years and with their 3ASY RIDE I should be able to. To have a bike already a year old might not be as good on the trade in side.

I think the reason you are seeing so many used newer bikes is because people are taking advantage of the 3ASY RIDE.(maybe)

Some of them are sold privately and relatively cheap. I have to wonder if they want another bike and the trade in sucks, so they sell it super reasonable privately.

Only 6K miles.


http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2...-GTL-117862351

[cliffordgos]

Originally Posted by usranger74

All in the eye of the rider. As for me, if I had 30K it would go to a Goldwing.

Goldwings are good. But I already have a heavy touring bike with old technology. I want something newer and fresher.





Stuff like this

[ponch]

Originally Posted by usranger74

All in the eye of the rider. As for me, if I had 30K it would go to a Goldwing.

Too long in tooth and heavy. The bike really needs a major makeover.

[schoeney]

Originally Posted by ponch

Too long in tooth and heavy. The bike really needs a major makeover.

Hey.... that's the way my wife describes me.

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[ponch]

Originally Posted by schoeney

Hey.... that's the way my wife describes me.

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Bikes, unlike us, can be overhauled.