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  • #376
    Originally posted by madmax-im View Post
    Last year we ran it around 10 am ..and there was traffic but it wasnt a zoo at that point...i dont see how we could get there any earlier this year either...but it was a good ride nonetheless
    Sometimes you just get lucky....it's impossible to predict what everybody else is going to do.

    This past May I arrived at the store at 4:25 on a Friday afternoon and had the place to myself!




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    It can only be fully shared by someone who’s done it.......... on any sunday

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    • #377
      I went through Deals Gap first thing Sunday morning two weeks ago with another group. It was awful. It was a slow crawl and a big crowd.

      If you choose to travel with the group on Sunday, the Dragon is scheduled for after lunch. For those staying Sunday night, you will have time to run the Cherohala Skyway in both directions before dinner, after you pass through Deals Gap. If there is enough interest, I will take a group to Tellico Plains after lunch, and on up over the Skyway, skipping Deals Gap altogether. We can discuss that Friday and Saturday night. For many, Deals Gap is a very important part of the weekend. For others, not so much. It is going to remain on the agenda.
      Marty (in Mississippi)
      XS1100SG
      XS650SK
      XS650SH
      XS650G
      XS6502F
      XS650E

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      • #378
        Originally posted by jetmechmarty View Post
        I went through Deals Gap first thing Sunday morning two weeks ago with another group. It was awful. It was a slow crawl and a big crowd.

        If you choose to travel with the group on Sunday, the Dragon is scheduled for after lunch. For those staying Sunday night, you will have time to run the Cherohala Skyway in both directions before dinner, after you pass through Deals Gap. If there is enough interest, I will take a group to Tellico Plains after lunch, and on up over the Skyway, skipping Deals Gap altogether. We can discuss that Friday and Saturday night. For many, Deals Gap is a very important part of the weekend. For others, not so much. It is going to remain on the agenda.
        I'd much rather run the Skyway most especially if the weather is clear...the views are outstanding...The dragon all you see is woods until you get to the end...
        1980 XS650G Special-Two
        1993 Honda ST1100

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        • #379
          Remember Ben, there are people joining us who have never ridden a motorcycle on US 129. We can not deny them! It's like pilgrimage to Mecca! It is required at least once!
          Marty (in Mississippi)
          XS1100SG
          XS650SK
          XS650SH
          XS650G
          XS6502F
          XS650E

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          • #380
            Bike all checked and ready, too much stuff packed on it and I'm ready to hit the highway early in the morning.

            See y'all Friday.
            Greg

            Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

            ― Albert Einstein

            80 SG Ol' Okie;79 engine & carbs w/pods, 45 pilots, 140 mains, Custom Mac 4 into 2 exhaust, ACCT,XS850 final drive,110/90/19 front tire,TKat fork brace, XS750 140 MPH speedometer, Vetter IV fairing, aftermarket hard bags and trunk, LG high back seat, XJ rear shocks.

            The list changes.

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            • #381
              How Long

              Originally posted by BA80 View Post
              Bike all checked and ready, too much stuff packed on it and I'm ready to hit the highway early in the morning.

              See y'all Friday.
              So how long of a ride is it for you to the rally? Are you coming from OK?

              MP
              1981 XS1100H Venturer
              K&N Air Filter
              ACCT
              Custom Paint by Deitz
              Geezer Rectifier/Regulator
              Chacal Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines
              Chrome Front Rotor & Caliper Covers
              Stebel Nautilus Horn
              EBC Front Rotors
              Limie Accent Moves On In 2015

              Mike

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              • #382
                Originally posted by jetmechmarty View Post
                Remember Ben, there are people joining us who have never ridden a motorcycle on US 129. We can not deny them! It's like pilgrimage to Mecca! It is required at least once!
                I'm not forgetting that at all but if you are offering another option I'd be willing to do that instaed...I've done the TOD enough times that I dont consider it a necessity to ride it anymore...but I might just have to Go My Own Way...
                1980 XS650G Special-Two
                1993 Honda ST1100

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                • #383
                  Originally posted by MPittma100 View Post
                  So how long of a ride is it for you to the rally? Are you coming from OK?

                  MP
                  850 miles from Tulsa Mike.
                  Greg

                  Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

                  ― Albert Einstein

                  80 SG Ol' Okie;79 engine & carbs w/pods, 45 pilots, 140 mains, Custom Mac 4 into 2 exhaust, ACCT,XS850 final drive,110/90/19 front tire,TKat fork brace, XS750 140 MPH speedometer, Vetter IV fairing, aftermarket hard bags and trunk, LG high back seat, XJ rear shocks.

                  The list changes.

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                  • #384
                    I hope everyone has a safe ride this weekend. I wish I could join the fun but I'll be at the doctor tomorrow in the OR so he can repair the damaged tendon in my hand. I have reservations for next year so if I can keep my hands clear of my saw I'll be there next time.
                    Slow down and enjoy life. If you are in that much of a hurry, you should have left eariler.
                    Current rides:
                    80 XS1100SG
                    82 JX1100
                    83 Venture Royale
                    86 V-Max

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                    • #385
                      Getting ready

                      just printed tentative schedule on p6
                      and maps of routes on p10 of this thread. Preparing & packing some "awards"

                      Most awards are voted on. Some Furthest from rally. furthest ridden...rely on self reporting, So keep up with mileage. Watch for roadside or parking lot repairs. Find out owners name of shiniest bike, radical custom, most stock, etc. We will be asking you to nominate & vote for awards. We welcome suggestions for new awards and may have some surprises in store.

                      Looking forward to great weekend.
                      It is a great big beautiful world out there
                      Brent in GA
                      Yamaha 80XS1100SG, HD Firefighter Special Edition 02 Road King, Honda 450 rat, 08 Buell 1125R tour modified, 83 goldwing parts bike gone-traded for XJ1100, 2014 HD electraglide police

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                      • #386
                        Guys,

                        I should make Oklahoma City tonight or early AM. A lady's car threw the tread off the right rear tire; almost took out a couple of 'rigs and me east of Gallup, NM.

                        I burned 3 or 4 hours there and just made Amarillo. Sallisaw AM can't happen but I'll try for Nashville or something.

                        Just really glad to be alive tonight!
                        .
                        -- Scott
                        _____
                        ♬
                        2004 ST1300A: No name... yet
                        1982 XJ1100J: "Baby" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
                        1980 XS1100G: "Columbo" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
                        1979 XS1100SF: "Bush" W.I.P.
                        1979 XS1100F: parts
                        2018 Heritage Softail Classic 117 FLHCS SE: "Nanuk" It's DEAD, it's not just resting. It is an EX cycle.
                        ♬

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                        • #387
                          Originally posted by mlew View Post
                          I hope everyone has a safe ride this weekend. I wish I could join the fun but I'll be at the doctor tomorrow in the OR so he can repair the damaged tendon in my hand. I have reservations for next year so if I can keep my hands clear of my saw I'll be there next time.

                          wont be the same without you there Mark...we'll see you soon though...take care and good luck with the surgery
                          1980 XS650G Special-Two
                          1993 Honda ST1100

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                          • #388
                            Originally posted by jetmechmarty View Post
                            I went through Deals Gap first thing Sunday morning two weeks ago with another group. It was awful. It was a slow crawl and a big crowd.

                            If you choose to travel with the group on Sunday, the Dragon is scheduled for after lunch. For those staying Sunday night, you will have time to run the Cherohala Skyway in both directions before dinner, after you pass through Deals Gap. If there is enough interest, I will take a group to Tellico Plains after lunch, and on up over the Skyway, skipping Deals Gap altogether. We can discuss that Friday and Saturday night. For many, Deals Gap is a very important part of the weekend. For others, not so much. It is going to remain on the agenda.
                            Hi Marty,
                            Well put. I love it when a plan comes together
                            Phil
                            1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
                            1983 XJ 650 Maxim
                            2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

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                            • #389
                              Don't be mad at me when I show up on a zx11... Thef needs the second gear mod done... :/ I know I know... Its the bike on the shirt.... If anyone wants to trailer it up for me so people can see how purdy it is I'm OK with that
                              " She'll make point five past lightspeed. She may not look like much, but she's got it where it counts, kid. I've made a lot of special modifications myself. "

                              79 xs11 standard
                              xs pods, Kerker 4-1, zrx1200r carbs mikesxs coils 35k voltz of power!!!
                              8mm msd wires
                              tkat fork brace...
                              Fox shocks...
                              mikes650 front fender
                              led's gallore...
                              renthal bars
                              gold valve emulators
                              vmax tensioner
                              Rifle fairing

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                              • #390
                                Originally posted by 3Phase View Post
                                Guys,

                                I should make Oklahoma City tonight or early AM. A lady's car threw the tread off the right rear tire; almost took out a couple of 'rigs and me east of Gallup, NM.

                                I burned 3 or 4 hours there and just made Amarillo. Sallisaw AM can't happen but I'll try for Nashville or something.

                                Just really glad to be alive tonight!
                                .
                                Hey 3Phase, we saw you, you passed us as we were exiting for gas, just 15 miles after Albuquerque. I wondered if the XS11 you were on was headed to NC. Looked like you had a green duffle bag on the back.

                                We just checked into a Super 8 at Clinton, OK. Heather and are enjoying the trip, so may not press for Friday arrival. Getting there is allot of the fun.

                                We are on a Silver / Grey Venture pulling a small trailer.

                                Ted

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