RandyBailey
New member
I had let my membership lapse for a few years, but decided now that I'm riding more I should support the organization again.
On Aug. 5, 2014 I flew to Philadelphia and bought a 2013 R1200RT with 1,600 miles. I handed over the check and started riding West. For the next four days I rode through heavy rain, wind and in places, hail. It was 2,400 miles to my home and I was glad to make it without any major mishaps. The only mechanical issue I encountered, probably due to the wet conditions, was the failure of the cruise control switch in Oklahoma.
It was a great ride and really familiarized me with the new features BMW has added since I bought my current ride, a 2003 (now for sale).
About me... I'm a semi-retired LEO. I got my drivers license and bought my first bike, a Honda C110, when I was 14 years old. I did motocross and road racing as a kid and have owned probably 20 different bikes, including 2 Concours and 3 RTs.
On Aug. 5, 2014 I flew to Philadelphia and bought a 2013 R1200RT with 1,600 miles. I handed over the check and started riding West. For the next four days I rode through heavy rain, wind and in places, hail. It was 2,400 miles to my home and I was glad to make it without any major mishaps. The only mechanical issue I encountered, probably due to the wet conditions, was the failure of the cruise control switch in Oklahoma.
It was a great ride and really familiarized me with the new features BMW has added since I bought my current ride, a 2003 (now for sale).
About me... I'm a semi-retired LEO. I got my drivers license and bought my first bike, a Honda C110, when I was 14 years old. I did motocross and road racing as a kid and have owned probably 20 different bikes, including 2 Concours and 3 RTs.