Just a couple shots to help everyone see some of the preparetory work necessary for my trip to the top of the world. After removing the front and rear seat, fuel tank cover, windshield, front fender, side covers and aluminum tank accent panels, I can finally get down to business.
What still amazes me most about BMW engineering is how well thought out this bike is. The more I'm around the "Freedom Machine" the more respect I have for German engineering. This bike is designed to take a beating and if necessary, to be worked on in the field with the least amount of tools possible.
In these pictures, you can see the degree of disassembly, but what surprises even me, is that the bike can be field dressed to this extent with "two"..................yes, I said (two) tools; (1) #25 torx bit and (2) a 10mm wrench! That's it! To get my GL1800 Goldwing torn down to this point requires a Mac Tool truck parked outside........haaaaaaa.
What still amazes me most about BMW engineering is how well thought out this bike is. The more I'm around the "Freedom Machine" the more respect I have for German engineering. This bike is designed to take a beating and if necessary, to be worked on in the field with the least amount of tools possible.
In these pictures, you can see the degree of disassembly, but what surprises even me, is that the bike can be field dressed to this extent with "two"..................yes, I said (two) tools; (1) #25 torx bit and (2) a 10mm wrench! That's it! To get my GL1800 Goldwing torn down to this point requires a Mac Tool truck parked outside........haaaaaaa.
6 comments:
Praying for your safe adventure
Stay safe. Have a great time for all of us who can only dream of this magnificent adventure. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers every day. We love you buddie. Love, Charley & Kandy
Hey Mack Daddy,
It was nice to hear from you the other night. How did your first night of camping go? Wish I was with you. Hope you are having a great time. Be safe and I wish you well. I will miss you. Did you still want Shauna's phone number?
Love,
Trouble
Hello from Colorado,
Can't believe the pictures. Yellow wing and yellow trailer along with a yellow GS1200.
I bought the yellow GS1200 in 05. Awesome bike.
Enjoy Alaska, we did it with another couple 5 years ago on the Wings.
15 days Greeley Co to Fairbanks and back.
Enjoy!!!!!!!!
Randy Sorensen
Dairy Specialists
970-330-1870
970-330-1872 (Fax)
randy@dairyspecialists.com
mack looks like your having the time of your life. enjoy it and be safe. i look forward to picking your brain when you return. Greg
Hey Mack Daddy! Do you have a new work wife??? I just happened on to this website or whatever & low & behold there is your smiling face! You're still a cutey!
Elaine
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