Two Up To Argentena
Three weeks into a 13,000 mile leg from Portland, Oregon heading way south. Currently in Zacatecas, MX. A great time of year (so far) to travel by moto (2 up on a BMW F800 GS). Daytime temps in the mid 60's to mid 70's F. Road construction at a minimum (compared to Alaska leg in September of 2013). Leaving Oregon in 21 degree (F) weather with freezing fog and icy roads on January 3rd was a challenge (ice build up on the face shield). Best add on so far is the heavier suspension from Tourtech prior to departing Medford at Hanson's BMW shop (by far the best shop I have the pleasure of visiting). Yesterday's challenge was manouvering over and around an overturned trucks contents (thousands of cans of Carona). Last night outside our Hotel (near the city square and Cathedral) where the bike was street parked I was awakened at 6:30 am by the hotel manager that something was taken from the moto. Fearing the worst, only the bike cover was taken. Luckily I had taken everything off the bike (dry bags, gps, spot, and tank bag) and locked the panniers. Sometimes while traveling you just get "that feeling" that extra measures are called for. I will look today for a new cover (security blanket). Travel has been good and the bike performs excellent. Our travel log is on Facebook under Marco Zen.
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