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"The BIG DOG RIDE is a BMW "Invitational Ride" for owners of BMW G/S and GS model motorcycles.
Entry level riders are not encouraged... 2002 will mark the 12th year for the event... expect to ride between 800-1,200 miles... over some of the highest, toughest mountain passes in the Rocky Mountain range, sometimes reaching 14,000 feet above sea level. Rain, snow and sleet... as well as 100-degree heat... Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and Montana... numerous crossings of the Continental Divide, sometimes fording swollen streams... snow fields and shale cliffs... single-track path no wider than 24 inches, with a drop-off of 1,000 feet on one side and a sheer rock cliff on the other..."
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Traveldri-Plus: "Specialist equipment for the novice or seasoned motorcycle traveller. Quality Products for Serious Fun."
"DriveWerks was formed as a subdivision of Pelican Parts in 2001. Our main goal is to provide parts and accessories to automotive enthusiasts - regardless of what car they own. Our broad line of parts and accessories for your car, your garage, and your lifestyle fit in perfectly with your hobby and enthusiasm for fine automobiles."
Ya gotta have a good lock for your bike if you expect to keep it, and Kryptonites are among the best. I use a U-lock and a Barbed Wire. Recommended
Getting to the bottom of rider comfort! LD Comfort provides quality underwear for riders.
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Made in the USA, lifetime guarantee. "High quality leather roadwear apparel. Motorcycle Jackets, Racing Jackets, Women's Jackets, Vests, Chaps, Gloves, Luggage, Tool Rolls and more."
Fox Creek Leather
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Global Rescue is the premier provider of medical, security and evacuation services worldwide and is the only company that will come to you, wherever you are, and evacuate you to your home hospital of choice.
Additionally, Global Rescue places no restrictions on country of citizenship - all nationalities are eligible to sign-up! Travel medical insurance is also available, currently the limit is 90 days. (TIP: For Evac insurance - Click Multiple Trips and 365 days to get year long insurance.)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes! NOTE: Travel medical insurance currently has a limit of 90 days.
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