XS East 2018 North Bend again

[newc4]

It rainedxxx all weekend, in North NJ

[MartyA]

Eight bikes, two are XS11's, two BMW, one V-Star, 3 FJR.
Both XS11's run great; Schming's is pretty cool.

Very warm, but otherwise good weather.

Nortj Bend lodge is remarkable unchanged from last rally here, still nice though.

Mostly great roads, some crappy roads, it's WV, getting all that we expected. Getting some worthy wear on the sides of the tires .
GPS changed couple small parts of the route, in one case sent us down what turned into a 4-wheeler path. Not sure why it's doing that. Minor mishaps which are noteworthy if you are new to this, just another GPS riding adventure in WV for the seasoned (well, except for Sally's knee.. ).
We were excitedly welcomed at the Belair Bistro lunch stop by the owner. She greeted us with a "Welcome Bikers" sign.

High hopes and great expectations for the Sunday ride, lunch at the famous Quinnett's Court.

[sethhope]

So how's the mini XS East going? Feels weird being home on Mem. Day weekend. Hope the weather is cooperating.

Here's how its going so far.

No, but really its going quite well!

[DeanR]

So how's the mini XS East going? Feels weird being home on Mem. Day weekend. Hope the weather is cooperating.

[sethhope]

Loaded up and heading out!

[Schming]

Aired up, Fueled up, Oiled up, and Squeeelless Packin' the bike now, should be leavin' by noon at the latest.

[JeffH]

Earl,

You likely just depleted all the 'Sparkies'. Only get so many in there ya know.
Probably used up a lot of them over the years at XSSE with all the Revvin' and twisties.

If we had been thinking you should have strapped a Sparkie Catch Can near the engine guards and center stand to collect all those sparks you were generating in the curves. Seems that sure would be handy for you today. Hope it is an E-Z fix so you can do some riding this summer and fall.

Jeff

[earl G]

I will not be there this year.
can't get the bike ready. a problem with the coils.

you all have a great ride

earl g

[Huron52]

Leaving right after lunch today. See you people Friday night! The only squealing I hear is from the back seat

[JeffH]

I read bikes are ready motors running, correct psi, fresh oil, brakes that work (& without squealing), lights operational etc.

Weather looking to be mostly cooperative too.

Enjoy the Rally!
Plan a siesta after that Sunday brunch at Quintets.

Jeff

[ELDR]

Hope all have a good ride, looks like we will not be able to attend.
Ted and Heather

[MartyA]

Yes! We are almost ready also!

Many of the usual suspects have signed up, many seem to be ignoring us. Too bad, they will be missed.

I mentioned I extended the routes a little due to the smaller group I think we can manage getting through a few small towns, which I normally try to avoid. Same rest / stretch stop intervals.

Didn't get a chance to test the routes, should be OK. But you know WV, mostly fun roads but there are the marginal few roads that make you appreciate the mostly fun roads.

I have a couple of shorter contingency routes just in case someone curses us by mentioning weather....

Today is a good day for a ride!

[mastan]

I know it's a little early for a weather report, but so far it's looking good! I've got my bike all sorted, me thinks, and I'm getting psyched for the weekend. I'm looking forward to seeing most of the usual suspects.
Mark

[MartyA]

Good to have you with us, Keith.

Small attendance list so far:

Darrell
Mark S
Tom and Pam
Marty and Sally
John and Linda
Keith and noob friend
Seth and Dad

See you in two weeks!

[Wing30]

New and improved plan

My friend and I will be riding in on Friday and leaving Sunday after the ride.