Long Distance Touring with the K1100LT
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Long Distance Touring with the K1100LT |
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"I can see for miles and miles . . . "
| The 1997 K1100LTB, Mystic Red | ||||
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| My favorite shots... | ||||
Part of the Crowd |
K11LT or Kiilt?? |
The Rest of the Crowd |
No, Its not a sled |
Cover Shot |
Evening Cover |
Packed & Ready |
The Summer Home |
On the Kancamagus |
Behind my local LEO |
| Mileage Tracking 1997 K1100LTB, Mystic Red |
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| Year (Dates) | Starting Mileage |
Ending Mileage |
Total |
| 2008 - May 2 to . . . | 70,194 | . . . | 0 |
| 2007 - May 12 to October 31 | 67,085 | 70,194 | 3,109 |
| 2006 - May to October | 64,726 | 67,085 | 2,359 |
| 2005 - April 8 to September 8 | 62,068 | 64,726 | 2,658 |
| 2004 - May to October | 58,772 | 62,068 | 3,296 |
| 2003 - May 16 to October 13th | 56,648 | 58,772 | 2,124 |
| 2002 - February 23rd to October 13th | 43,840 | 56,648 | 12,808 |
| 2001 - April 13th - December 31st | 29,503 | 43,840 | 14,337 |
| - - - - Total Miles - - - - | 40,691 | ||
| 2005 BMWMOA Mileage Contest April 9th - October |
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| BMW Motorcycle | Starting Mileage |
Ending Mileage |
Total Mileage |
Date Updated |
| 1997 K1100LT, Mystic Red | 62,125 | 64,726 | 2,601 | 9/8/05 |
| 1997 F650 Funduro, Deep Black | 18,495 | 18,510 | 15 | 6/23/05 (sold) |
| - - - - Total Contest Miles - - - - | 2,616 | . . . | ||
| 2004 BMWMOA Mileage Contest April 10th - October 16th (Never submitted) |
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| BMW Motorcycle | Starting Mileage |
Ending Mileage |
Total Mileage |
Date Updated |
| 1997 K1100LT, Mystic Red | 58,772 | 62,068 | 3,296 | 10/16/04 |
| 1997 F650 Funduro, Deep Black | 17,703 | 18,495 | 792 | 10/16/04 |
| - - - - Total Contest Miles - - - - | 4,088 | . . . | ||
| 2003 BMWMOA Mileage Contest April 12th - October 12th |
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| BMW Motorcycle | Starting Mileage |
Ending Mileage |
Total Mileage |
Date Updated |
| 1997 K1100LT, Mystic Red | 56,648 | 58,772 | 2,124 | 10/13/03 |
| 1997 F650 Funduro, Deep Black | 16,836 | 17,703 | 867 | 10/13/03 |
| - - - - Total Contest Miles - - - - :^( | 2,991 | . . . | ||
| 2002 Final Mileage January 1st ! to December 14th |
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| BMW Motorcycle | Jan 1st !! | Dec 14th | Total |
| 1997 K1100LT, Mystic Red | 43,840 | 56,648 | 12,808 |
| 1997 F650 Funduro, Deep Black | 15,351 | 16,836 | 1,485 |
| - - - - Total Miles - - - - | 14,293 | ||
| 2002 BMWMOA Mileage Contest April 13th - October 13th |
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| BMW Motorcycle | Starting Mileage |
Ending Mileage |
Total Mileage |
Date Updated |
| 1997 K1100LT, Mystic Red | 44,194 | 56,648 | 12,454 | 10/13/02 |
| 1997 F650 Funduro, Deep Black | 15,595 | 16,836 | 1,241 | 10/13/02 |
| - - - - Total Contest Miles - - - - | 13,695 | . . . | ||
| 2001 Final Mileage April 13th to . . . Dec 31st |
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| BMW Motorcycle | April 13th | Dec 31st | Total |
| 1997 K1100LT, Mystic Red | 29,503 | 43,840 | 14,337 |
| 1992 K75SA, Graphite - sold | 29,851 | 30,947 | 1,096k |
| 1997 F650, Black - Arrived !! | 14,801 | 15,351 | 550 |
| - - - - Total Miles - - - - | 15,093 | ||
| k - I rode 206 miles on the K75SA. It was a pleasure to have friends ride the rest! | |||
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| Gearing Up for Touring Equipment and Accessories for the K1100LT |
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| BMW K-bike Tank Bag | An absolute must for touring. This has performed beautifully! | Local Dealer |
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| BMW Bag Liners | These are like my helmet and gloves. They keep me ready to go anywhere. | Local Dealer |
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| Russell Day Long | This Day Long custom seat was on the bike when I purchased it. It was customized for the previous owner, yet it has been very comfortable for me. All Day Long! My Recommended Seat! | Russell | ||
| AutoCom EuroCom System | Used extensively with my co-pilot and listening to audio on the iPod. | |||
| Apple iPod | After several CD/Radio players, this has it all. Volume continues to be a challenge though. | |||
| Kenwood UBZ-LF14B also Kenwood UBZ-LH14 |
FRS Radio for Bike to Bike communications -- Sold as part of BMW systems -- Chan. 1 and Chan. 8 the same as the Chatterbox freq. - - - Chan. 1: 462.6525 / Chan. 2: 467.6525 |
Dunbar EuroSports |
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| Cobra HH38WSXT CB Radio | CB Radio for Weather and Traffic listening. Very short range CB reception, transmission. Still need to mount on bike with antenna. | ALF Enterprises |
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| Garmin V GPS | GPS for Tour navigation and other uses - - Purchased new, this has many features. This has seen many miles on and off the motorcycle. |
IBMWR Marketplace |
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| Schuberth Concept Helmet | Red, size Large... This feature rich helmet makes a big difference! Good Buy. | Dunbar EuroSports |
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| Helen Two Wheels | Helen's packing system is a tremendous tool for LD Riding or even short trips! Waterproof, sized right, and the system works well. 4 years proven now. | Helen 2 Wheels |
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| Dry Bags for Camping Gear | Have purchased various bags, straps, and velcro from RiderWearhouse, LL Bean's and EMS |
Evaluated | ||
| Metzeler LaserTecs | Late summer, 2007, I have picked up a set of the Lasertecs. The K11 Owner's Group folks that are running them, recommend them. I'm giving them a try. So far, I like them. The MacAdams were on serious backorder. | American Mototire |
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| Michelin MacAdam 50 | Previous tire was a Metzeler 880. This was removed with ample tread for a set of MacAdam 50's. Love the MacAdams. | Tire Reference |
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| Street Atlas USA | Mapping software from DeLorme, Yarmouth, ME. Good all around. Like the interface to the GPS. | DeLorme | ||
| R-A-M GPS Mount | Mounted the Garmin GPS III+ on a RAM-B-149Z-GA2 handlebar mount. Some photos of the mount. Love the mount ! | RAM Mounts | ||
| GPS Direct Power | The GPS direct power cable has been installed in the fairing and leads to the handlebar, ready to plug into the Garmin V GPS. | Garmin | ||
| Widder System 2 | A requirement for extended riding seasons. Now have the vest, leg & arm chaps, and gloves. Though gloves are too small. A great group of folks! | Widder Enterprises |
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| Accessory Lighting | Will be doing a CATZ lighting solution similar to that done by Karl Rosenbaum on his '94 K11LT. The CATZ XLOs mounted on Top of The Line light mounts. | |||
| Joe Rocket Phoenix Jacket | Have purchased 2 Phoenix jackets to date. Both wear well. Protection is always a debated matter of the opinionated.. This has all the padding, is said to be made of Kevlar threaded fabric and is very cool in all ways. A bit of a racing look, this jacket is very cool in warm weather and I feel like I'll have some protection in a get-off. | |||
| AeroStich Roadcrafter Suit | This one-piece fits great and really makes a difference. Especially in the cooler weather. The full suit is important for me as I use the bike to commute to my clients each day. Rolls up to fit in the TopBox ! | Rider WearHouse | ||
| Parabellum Windscreen | Purchased a new windscreen that is +4" in height and +2" on each side in width over the stock windscreen. This has eliminated the buffetting at highway speeds. It hasn't been too warm in the summer and makes for a much quieter ride. Mounting was a simple task. | Parabellum | ||
| BMW 35 litre TopBox | Purchased used off the IBMWR Marketplace. Added hinges and lock. The fit is perfect for my briefcase or my 'stich. | IBMWR | ||
| Michelin MacAdam 50 & 50E | Front and rear tires. Prefer these over the Metzler. I love them. Really run well and smooth. | Tire Reference |
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| Garmin GPS V | The GPS V is the latest. Some additional functionality over the GPS III+. I've been using the GPS V for a a couple years now. I've got mounts on both bikes and all my vehicles. Even use it on occasion in my Skylane. | Advanced GPS |
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| Bel 940 Radar Detector | Purchased Bel 940 Cordless. Got a good deal at a TA truck stop! Supplemented this with a used Valentine One last year. This serves full time in my F150. Works well. | Beltronics | ||
| Auxiliary Fuel Cell | Found a used and ready fuel cell with cover, pumps, etc... Purchased with a rare Reynolds rack and brackets. | IBMWR List | ||
| Car*Mate 7'x12' Trailer | Enclosed trailer to haul/store the BMWs when needed. Spurred by a winter trip to South Carolina and Daytona for Bike Week. Electronic brakes, ramp door, side door, supports, wheel chocks, tie downs, etc... Dwarfs my F150 ! This trailer came in handy on many occasions. If you HAVE to trailer a BMW, this is the way to go! | Bill's Trailers | ||
| Top of the Line light mounts | These mounts are custom designed for the K1100LT. They install behind the stock mirrors on the fairing. | Top of The Line | ||
| CATZ XLOs driving lights | St. Andres was slow delivering and resonding. The lights still aren't mounted yet, but reports are strong. | St. Andres (defunct) |
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| Custom accessory shelf | Working on building a custom accessory shelf for the dash of the LT. I'll use this to mount my GPS V, Valentine One, and EasyPass. | Ron Ayres' example |
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| Valentine One Radar Detector |
Purchased used from another BMW rider. This has served well in my MX6 and will be mounted in its own case on the coming accessory shelf. | Valentine One | ||
| Helpful BMW Shops | ||||
| The Motorcycle Shop Freeport, ME |
Max BMW Motorsports North Hampton, NH |
Dunbar EuroSports Brockton, MA |
Bob's BMW Jessup, MD |
California BMW Mountain View, CA |
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