2009 BMW G650GS
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About Me
- Allaina
- I am a motorcycling librarian and began blogging to keep a diary of my motorcycle adventures. It is a good way to keep track of my mileage, mpg, and maintenance. And my friends and family can read it and learn about my rides too. I've been a librarian since my first summer job at the New Orleans Public Library when I was a junior in high school. It was my destiny to become a librarian. I've been a professional librarian since 2004. I've been riding since 2006 (but rode first in the Peace Corps 1993-95).
Wind Chill Calculater
MPG log
- November 3, 2008 - 110.0mi/1.721gal = 63.974mpg
- October 30, 2008 - 98.7mi/1.465gal = 67.372mpg
- October 28, 2008 - 80.6mi/1.320gal = 61.061mpg
- October 16, 2008 - 103.1mi/1.669gal = 61.774mpg
- October 8, 2008 - 92.3mi/1.409gal = 65.507mpg
- October 1, 2008 - 93.2mi/1.322gal = 70.499mpg
- September 29, 2008 - 104.4mi/1.742gal = 59.931mpg
- September 25, 2008 - 67.3mi/0.986gal = 68.256mpg
- September 24, 2008 - 100.6mi/1.584gal = 63.510mpg
- September 21, 2008 - 98.9mi/1.497gal = 66.065mpg
Civic mpg
- October 25, 2008 - 253.3mi/8.968gal = 28.245mpg
- October 14, 2008 - 285.2mi/9.291gal = 30.696mpg
- September 16, 2008 - 275.0mi/9.123gal = 30.144mpg
- September 7, 2008 - 210.3mi/7.362gal = 28.566mpg
- August 22, 2008 - 283.5mi/9.749gal = 29.180mpg
- July 19, 2008 - 245.9mi/9.196gal = 26.740mpg
- July 7, 2008 - 263.0mi/10.053gal = 26.161mpg
- July 1, 2008 - 245.2mi/7.658gal = 32.019mpg
- June 5, 2008 - 244.5mi/7.038gal - 34.740mpg
- June 2, 2008 - 256.2mi/9.510gal = 26.940mpg
CMX450 PROJECT BIKE
Winter Projects - Wish List
- Hand Guards [DONE]
- Heated Grips [Purchased]
- Custom Paint Job
- New Mirrors (or lock tight) [DONE]
- Check all bolts, screws, etc. replace as needed, lock tight as needed
- Rust check
- Move tail light to rear of fender
- More reflective tape [DONE]
- Bracket mount for tool bag
- Hard Saddle Bags [DONE]
- Handlebars
- 7 inch headlight
Mileage Tracker
- October 28, 2009 = 38,265 mi.
- June 6, 2009 = 34,803 mi.
- December 12, 2007 = 28,252 mi.
- August 24, 2007 = 26,886 mi.
- June 16, 2007 = 24,606 mi.
- May 20, 2007 = 24,356 mi.
- July 27, 2006 = 22,915 mi.
Some Motorcycle Books (updated sporadically)
- Adventure Motorcycling Handbook, 5th: Worldwide Motorcycling Route & Planning Guide by Chris Scott
- Going the Extra Mile: Insider Tips for Long-Distance Motorcycling and Endurance Rallies by Ron Ayres
- Honda 400-450Cc Twins 1978-1987: Service Repair Maintenance by Ed Scott
- Long Way Round: Chasing Shadows Across the World by Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman
- More Proficient Motorcycling: Mastering the Ride by David L. Hough
- Motorcycle Touring: Everything You Need to Know by Dr. Gregory W. Frazier
- Proficient Motorcycling: The Ultimate Guide to Riding Well by David L. Hough
- The Essential Guide to Motorcycle Travel: Tips, Technology, Advanced Techniques by Dale Coyner
Motorcycle Web Sites I Like
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2 comments:
Came across the site from bolty.net. Just so you know where the traffic is coming from.
Nice bike, don't let the poor Rebel sit too long, it might get jealous. I just pointed my wife to your blog and she responded with "yeah, I know her from rebel250.com". My wife has an '86 CMX450 that is now purple and for some reason has a desire for a custom gel seat thanks to a forum member posting pictures... you don't know anything about that do you? :D
No matter what you ride, enjoy the ride. And remember, always keep the rubber side down.
--ServerGoon (who happens to work in a library as well)
I sat on the Rebel the other day after my hubby changed the shocks. It felt weird and I felt guilty. :-( Poor neglected Rebel. I'll have to take it out for a ride this weekend while the Beemer is being serviced.
That gel seat sure is comfy!! :-)
Allaina
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