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The Bike

1997 BMW F650

Mileage on Departure: 11,780

Modifications:

  • Acerbis 27 L Gas Tank
  • Acerbis Rally Pro Handguards
  • Happy Trails Bash Plate
  • Givi Topbox
  • Jesse Aluminum Panniers
  • Aerostich Gas Tank Panniers
  • BMW Heated Handgrips
  • Aeroflow Standard Windscreen
  • Corbin Saddle
  • De-Catalyzed Muffler (for leaded gas issues)
  • Re-located Voltage Rectifier to allow better cooling

The Stuff

Personal Gear

  • Hein-Gerike Two-piece Riding Suit
  • Viberg Boots (www.viberg.com)
  • Black Leather Riding Pants – Jean Cut
  • Hein-Gerike All-Weather Gloves
  • Joe Rocket Deerskin Gloves
  • Nolan Flip-top Helmet
  • 4 pair socks
  • 3 pair underwear
  • 3 T-Shirts
  • 1 “nice” shirt
  • Bathing Suit
  • Baclava
  • Poly Long Johns
  • Chaco Sandals
  • Down Jacket
  • Fleece Top
  • Fleece Vest
  • Neck Gaiter
  • Knit Hat
  • Shades
  • Toiletry Kit
  • Harmonica

Camping Gear

  • 2 person Ultralight Tent
  • 20 Degree Down Sleeping Bag
  • 3/4 Length Thermarest
  • Burton Stove (any fuel type)
  • MSR Cook-kit
  • Boy Scout Fork, Knife, Spoon Set (I’ve had since I was 11!!)
  • Pur Water Filter
  • Iodine Tablets
  • Platypus Water Bag
  • Headlamp, Extra Flashlight
  • Leatherman
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medicines
  • Water Bottles and Hydration Bag

Tools/Spares

  • Harmonicas (4)
  • Passport photos
  • Paperwork
  • BMW Tool Kit
  • Vice Grips
  • Adjustable Wrench
  • Needle Nose Pliers
  • Wire Cutters
  • Hacksaw
  • Small Socket Set
  • Hex Socket Set
  • Additional Crescent Wrenches
  • Tire Irons
  • Tire Lever Tool
  • Oil filters x 4
  • Anti-Sieze Grease
  • Bearing Grease
  • 2 x fuel filters
  • Clutch Lever
  • Brake Lever
  • Tube Patch Repair Kit
  • Velcro
  • Headlight/Turn/Stop Bulbs
  • Spare Chain/Sprocket
  • Hose Clamps (Various)
  • Brake Bleed Tubing
  • 60 ft. Climbing Cordage
  • WD-40
  • Duct Tape
  • Compact puncture repair kit (with pump and levers)
  • Electrical Tape
  • TDC Bolt
  • Tie wraps
  • Clutch Cable
  • Accel Cable
  • Electric wire
  • Spare Fuses
  • F & R brake pads
  • Spark plugs
  • Superglue
  • Nuts, Bolts, Washers
  • Metric Feeler Guage
  • Pulleys (2)
  • Water Pump Repair Kit
  • Chain Lube
  • Front Tube
  • Rear Tube
  • Bike Pump
  • Spare Keys
  • 1 Gal Fuel Can
  • Spark Plug Pump Gizmo

Books/Paperwork

  • Passport (and 20 copies)
  • Spare Passport 40
  • Passport Photos
  • Original Bike Title (20 Copies)
  • Original Bike Regis. (20 Copies)
  • Vaccination card
  • Driving license (20 Copies)
  • International driving license (20 Copies)
  • Clymer's Guide for BMW F650
  • Address Book
  • Travel Guides (Central and South America)
  • Spanish/English Dictionary
  • Insurance Card and Info
  • 2 Bound Journals

Camera, etc.

  • Olympus Digital Camera
  • Archos Storage Device
  • Rechargable Batteries and Charger
  • Pelican Case for All