Left the house in southern Indiana at 5:15am eastern time...arrived in Burlington Connecticut a little before 10 pm. I dont remember the exact mileage, but it was a little over 1k mark.
I plan on making a loop through the new England states on thursday...and hopefully the USS Constitution in Boston, then friday go to NYC and check out a few sights before aiming the bike back toward the house.
2015 matte silver F6B
Good God!
You did that in one day?!?! Anything over 200 miles and I am toast. Especially my.
I can't log the miles enjoyably the many others seems to be able to. I rode 170 miles through the Finger Lakes yesterday, with multiple stops including a 30 minute lunch break. I was ready to be home.
I wonder if I was given an overdose of Nassatol when I was younger. I will have to check into this.
Anyway, I am glad that you arrived safely.
Former Ride:
2013 F6B Standard, black; sold 7/2019
Latest Addition:
2016 Gold Wing Level 3, red; SCT transmission stuck in manual mode
2019 Miles:
7,900 as of 10/6
That's very impressive, especially since I assume the speed limits in those eastern states aren't as high as they are here in the west. I rode 2,000 miles through Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana in 5 days last week, but was greatly helped by the 80 MPH limit on most of the interstates. Even the mountain road below (Beartooth Pass in Montana) was posted at 70! With very little traffic and great pavement I had an incredible ride.
I can't imagine a better bike than a GL1800 for logging these kind of distances. Back in the late 70s I rode 900 miles over a single night (with the 55 MPH national speed limit!) on my Kawasaki KZ-900. Even with a Vetter fairing that trip took a lot out of me.
You have a nice day today up here....tomorrow not so much. Happy travels. If it wasn't for work, I'd meet up someplace. If you come through Somerset, MA., my bike is out front of the shop.
“Gibraltar” 2016 white deluxe has been sold.
Amen to that! My friend and I have recently started a tradition of doing an Iron Butt ride every May. Last year was the 50CC and this year was the Border to Border. It is a great way to get somewhere fast and experience the many different climates and terrain of the US in a relatively short period of time. For me, a motorcycle trip is more about the riding and less about sightseeing...but we do build in multiple days to hit the fun roads, eat great meals, and have time to see the "can't miss" sights after the Iron Butt challenge is met. After the 50CC I loved to ride Shenandoah NP, BRP, Dragon, Cherohala, etc in that neck of the woods. This year after the border to border we enjoyed the Washington, Oregon, and N. California coasts. I haven't experienced long distances on any other bike, but I too can't imagine anything being better equipped for it than my former Wing and current F6B. I can honestly say I don't tire of 12 hour days, but I think the fact that we stick to State roads instead of Interstate helps in keeping things interesting.Originally Posted by F6Dave
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Yeah...yeasterday was all riding except for a 1 hour stop at the Iron Pony store near columbus ohio...very cool place.
I put just over 500 miles on today...made a big circle through Rhode Island, then to Boston, up to Maine, then N.H. and Vermont before rolling back into CT.
I have to wait and see what this weather is bringing for Friday to decide when I am going to return home, but I am really thinking about dropping through NYC first.
And speed limits...most of the time through Ohio and Pennsylvania speed limit was 70 so I usually ran about 78. And I was usually the fastest one. New England states on the other hand...EVERYBODY is at least 10mph over...at least. There has been alot of 70 and 75 in 55mph zones and I was just trying to keep up
But now my tail is getting a bit uncomfortable sitting on the bike. I hate to say it but Im almost looking forward to drive my jeep or truck for a few days after I make it back home.
2015 matte silver F6B
That's very impressive, especially since I assume the speed limits in those eastern states aren't as high as they are here in the west. I rode 2,000 miles through Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana in 5 days last week, but was greatly helped by the 80 MPH limit on most of the interstates. Even the mountain road below (Beartooth Pass in Montana) was posted at 70! With very little traffic and great pavement I had an incredible ride.
I can't imagine a better bike than a GL1800 for logging these kind of distances. Back in the late 70s I rode 900 miles over a single night (with the 55 MPH national speed limit!) on my Kawasaki KZ-900. Even with a Vetter fairing that trip took a lot out of me.
Beartooth Pass is high on my bucket list!
I'd seen it on many '10 best roads' lists but was still stunned by the scenery, even compared to everything I've seen living in Colorado. As I said, it may be my best ride ever. Having a great handling bike, virtually no traffic, and super weather sure helped. Here's a picture on the other (Wyoming) side.
I've been on Beartooth Pass (in a car with the family), but have yet to ride it. It was amazing in a car...can't wait to experience it on the B. I have a friend who just got back from riding it this past weekend and he said it was his best ride ever. I'm planning to get up there later this Summer/early Fall before the snow falls.
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Was there 2 1/2 weeks ago, but was not a sunny day. 35 degrees at the top, sleet and hail, and hi winds. All my concentration was focused on keeping the 6 on the wet slippery road, no time for sight seeing. Guess I will have to go back again. Still was tons of snow up above the tree line.
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