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[big oil]

Very nice! But honestly, they are still bad mouthing you in R&P!

Impimpi. ot: ot:

That means "tell-tale", BigOil. :thumleft:

You knowz wut day say bout snitches bra

 

[Mr Zog]

Very nice! But honestly, they are still bad mouthing you in R&P!

Impimpi. ot: ot:

That means "tell-tale", BigOil. :thumleft:

You knowz wut day say bout snitches bra

snitches get stitches…  :sip:  eepwall:  :imaposer:

 

[big oil]

Very nice! But honestly, they are still bad mouthing you in R&P!

Impimpi. ot: ot:

That means "tell-tale", BigOil. :thumleft:

You knowz wut day say bout snitches bra

snitches get stitches…  :sip:  eepwall:  :imaposer:

and end up in ditches  >

 

[big oil]

.........

I'm debating just how much I'm going to share with you dogs about my personal demons in this RR.  Part of me wants to pour my heart out in this report, no holds barred, no stone left unturned.  Part of me just wants to keep it lite and airy.  Why?  I know I'm not alone in what I deal with everyday of my life, especially as an American male.  Actually, no, I'm wrong, I shouldn't say as an American male.  Regardless of where we Wilddogs call home on this big rock, I believe we all live with the debilitating and endless emotions and or instincts that we MUST provide for, be patient with, and protect our loved ones, at all costs, regardless of consequences, all while being stoic, because if we start to complain or show any sadness, well, here anyway, you'll be labeled weak, a *****, crybaby, best friends will kick you while you're down to make you tougher.  Those are the kind of friends I need less of.  I do have friends I can be vulnerable with and they only encourage and help.  I do the same for them.

Talking about our demons and mental illness is still extremely taboo in our country.  Well, I'm done living my life with pent up rage and issues.  Life is survival dealing with the Human Condition we see everyday.  If I decide to tell all, it will be because it is such a liberating experience and I hope others suffering issues will find it easier to discuss their issues with friends and loved ones because if that ******* big oil can do it, so can I.  :3some:

welcome back meneer!  :thumleft:

:lol8: :lol8: we've had our fights and gotten each banned a couple of times  ;D

share whatever you're comfortable with, demons are nasty things to live with on your own and you are not the only one  :thumleft:

Enjoying your thread and humour so far - GOOI!

PS: I do own a 2015 1290 (LOVE it!) and have had bikes all my life, just not big on writing ride reports - call me a lazy fuck  :biggrin:

:'( :'( :'(. Oh my, can it be, my old arch nemesis, Bundu  :'( :'( :'(

Glad to hear from ya, let us be better this time. 

Yes, your 1290 SA Touring, nice bike, please don't be mad at me, I knew you had the bike.

I don't want you to be mad how I confirmed you rode motorcycles.  I was naughty.  >

Thanks for following my report  :thumleft:

 

[big oil]

Good to see this.  :thumleft:

Hey Hardy, how are ya?

I hope you're well.  :thumleft:

 

[Blou Zebu]

Olie-bol! The pics are nice, as usual!

 

[Black_Hawk]

Stunning photo's, keep them coming  :thumleft:

 

[ClemS]

I shall follow you - Thanks for sharing!  :thumleft:

 

[Matewis]

Subscribe

 

[OomD]

Nothing starts a fire in an American girls panties faster than a ZA  accent.  :xxbah:  I'd encourage you DO NOT tell the wife of this, she'll never let you come over!

ain't that the truth  :lol8:
but I heard on the radio the other day that the Aussies are taking over from us now. maybe it's something to do with their propensity for sheep  eepwall:  :imaposer:

Well, apparently the Aussies invented the condom, by using a sheep's colon. The Americans, though, improved on the design by taking it out of the sheep first.

 

[Sputnik080]

This is going to be one epic RR, thanks for sharing and all the best with your battles.

Doesn't matter how hard arsed the guys here are, somewhere deep down (some very deep) we're all the same, whether you like it or not.

Push comes to shove, everyone will help out or give a shoulder to lean on.

 

[Bikerboer1973]

Following! Very nice.

 

[Fuzzy Muzzy]

Now here comes a thing.. the USA where everything is as big as your eyes

This is going to be an epic RR

 

[Operator]

:sip:

 

[Lem]

Thanks for sharing these beautiful landscapes. Massive country with such diversity in landscape  :thumleft:

The USA is definitely high on my dream travel list as well. I'd like to tag my family along and cross it with a van  :deal:

 

[big oil]

Herewith a list of items I felt I needed before I embarked on a multi-month journey from Michigan down through Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma  and around the Desert Southwest (Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, California and Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, British Columbia, and Alberta). If everything went to plan, Alaska before heading East through Saskatchewan, Manitoba, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, then back to the Michigan.

Items I had to order before leaving include a link to where I think I ordered them from! 





Bike

Make/Model:  2017 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R
Rubber:  Continental TKC 80
Handlebars:  Renthal Twinwall -  https://ktmtwins.com/products/renthal-ktm-orange-966-twinwall-handlebars
Footpegs:  KTM PP Rally https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-60103940000
Dust protection:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-part-num-60708920000
Rear Brake Reservoir Cover:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-rear-brake-reservoir-cap-ktm-1090-1190-1290-690-adv-rc8-super-adv-duke-2008-2017
Front Brake Reservoir Cover:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-brake-fluid-reservoir-cover-ktm-1090-1190-1290-adv-super-duke-smt-2008-2017
Charge Port:  BT USB
Hydraulic Clutch Cover: KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-hydraulic-clutch-cover-ktm-690-1290-1190-1090-end-duke-adv-2013-2017
Heated Grips:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-heated-grips-ktm-1190-1290-2017
Extended Luggage Carrier:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-60312978044
Bar Risers:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-78901939044
Hand Guards:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-part-num-60712992044
Heated Seat:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-pillion-ergo-seat-heated-including-switch-ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-2017
Auxiliary fuel:  2 Mountain Safety Research 30 ounce  https://www.campsaver.com/msr-fuel-bottle.html?_iv_code=Z65-SVA-MSR0261-MSR0261-30-OZ
Auxiliary fuel:  2 Optimus 1L. https://www.campsaver.com/optimus-fuel-bottles.html?_iv_code=1BT-SVA-29301-8018995
KTM Sticker Kit:  I don't recall where I ordered.





Camp

Auxiliary H2O:  Mountain Safety Research 2L Dromlite https://moskomoto.com/collections/motorcycle-luggage/products/2l-dromedary-water-storage-bag
Cooler:  Pelican SC24  https://www.pelicancases.com/product/pelican-24-can-soft-cooler
Tent:  Snugpak Scorpion 3 https://www.snugpak.com/outdoor/scorpion-3
Sleeping Bag:  The North Face 40F degree mummy bag
Sleeping Pad:  Nemo Cosmo 3D. https://www.nemoequipment.com/product/cosmo-3d/
Tarpaulin:  8' x 10' basic tarp I use as a tent footprint  https://www.walmart.com/ip/General-Purpose-Tarp-8-x-10/16889152
Ditty Sacks:  Outdoor Research Mesh
Pain Relief:  White Widow
Sleep Med:  White Widow
Toilet Paper:  Charmin Ultra Soft Dual Layer Jumbo Roll  :laughing7:
Wet Wipes
Ben's Invisinet
Knife:  Ka-Bar Survival
Microfiber towels
Visor cleaner
Beef Jerky
Gatorade
Ketchup
Mustard
Deli Turkey and Roast Beef
Bread
Olive Oil
Eggs
Egg carrier
Pepper
Salt
Flesh seasoning
Brats
Ribeye Steaks
Blueberry Jam
Gevalia Dark Roast
Hershey's Chocolate Caramel Coffee Creamer  :la:
3 pair sunglasses
3 ink pens
Small notebook
Torch lighter
Smiley Face Pipe
Fire Fork
Insect Repellant
Vitamin B1
Omeperazole
Xarelto
Aloe Vera
Sunscreen
Chair:  Helinox Sunset https://helinox.com/products/sunset-chair?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIp8Kqz8bd4wIVhJ6fCh3OhwlyEAAYASAAEgJFDfD_BwE
Table:  Helinox Table One https://helinox.com/products/table-one-hard-top-l?variant=16668102983750
Shampoo
Tooth Paste
Tooth Brush
Nail Clippers
Lip Balm
First Aid Kit
Rehydrate
Shave cream
Razor
Flossers
Powder:  Anti Monkey Butt  https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Monkey-Butt-Anti-Friction-Calamine/dp/B07RM5Q18S?th=1
Rectal cream
Preparation H Hemorroidal inserts
Hemorrhoid lance
Hemorrhoid massager




Cooking

Camp Stove:  JetBoil https://www.campsaver.com/jet-boil-sumo-group-cooking-system.html
Auxiliary stove:  JetBoil Mighty Mo https://www.campsaver.com/jet-boil-mightmo-stove.html
Skillet Support:  JetBoil Pot support https://www.campsaver.com/jet-boil-pot-support.html
Fuel can support:  JetBoil stabilizer https://www.campsaver.com/jet-boil-fuel-can-stabilizer.html
Utensils:  Jet Boil 3pc https://www.campsaver.com/jet-boil-jetset-utensil-set.html
Skillet:  Jet Boil https://www.campsaver.com/jet-boil-10in-fry-pan.html
French Press:  Jet Boil https://www.campsaver.com/jet-boil-jetboil-grande-coffee-press.html
Skillet 2:  Jet Boil https://www.campsaver.com/jetboil-summit-skillet.html





Recording Devices & Mounts

Ram Mounts:  Double Socket Arm https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-double-socket-arm
Ram Mounts:  U-Bolt base https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-u-bolt-base
Ram Mounts:  Camera mount https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-camera-adapter
Camera:  Sony RX100M5  https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1421536-REG/sony_dsc_rx100m5a_dsc_rx100_va_digital_camera.html
Spare Batteries:  5 x Sony NP-BX1 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/983888-REG/sony_npbx1_m8_np_bx1_rechargeable_battery_pack.html
Camera/Action Cam Battery Charger:  Sony https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/913639-REG/sony_acctrbx_cyber_shot_battery_charger_kit.html?sts=pi-ps&pim=Y
Action Cam:  Sony FDR-X3000 4K https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1278151-REG/sony_fdr_x3000_action_camera.html
Action Cam Gimbal:  FeiyuTech G5GS https://www.newegg.com/p/0UF-01FK-00002?item=9SIAGK17XG9698&source=region&nm_mc=knc-googlemkp-pc&cm_mmc=knc-googlemkp-pc-_-pla-go2play-_-accessories+-+camera+other-_-9SIAGK17XG9698&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsLDE6cLd4wIVA0OGCh3qzg14EAkYCyABEgJpQPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Camera Bag:  Sony https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/475393-REG/Sony_LCSCSJ_LCS_CSJ_Soft_Carrying_Case.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
SAE to USB Charger:  Anker https://www.bestbuy.com/site/anker-roav-smartcharge-2-port-usb-vehicle-charger-black/6297942.p?skuId=6297942
Memory Card:  Sandisk Extreme Pro 128gb https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1431034-REG/sandisk_sdsdxxy_128g_ancin_extremepro_sdxc_128gb_card.html
Memory Card:  Sandisk Extreme microSDXC 256gb https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1431038-REG/sandisk_sdsqxa1_256g_a_extreme_microsd_256gb_card.html
Tablet:  Apple iPad Pro https://www.apple.com/shop/buy-ipad/ipad-pro/11-inch-display-512gb-space-gray-wifi





Navigation & Mounts

Ram Mounts:  Apple iPhone carrier https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-apple-iphone-6-7-holder
Ram Mounts:  U-bolt base kit https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/ram-mounts-u-bolt-kit
GPS:  Garmin Zumo 396 https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/garmin-zumo-396lmt-s-navigator-motorcycle-gps
GPS Mount:  KTM PP https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/ktm-part-num-60712992044
GPS/Phone:  Apple iPhone 6s
Butler Maps New Mexico Backcountry Discovery Route: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/butler-maps-new-mexico-backcountry-discovery-route
Butler Maps Colorado Backcountry Discovery Route:  https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/butler-maps-colorado-backcountry-discovery-route
Butler Maps Arizona:  https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/butler-maps-arizona
Butler Maps Southern California:  https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/butler-maps-southern-california
Butler Maps Northern California:  https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/butler-maps-northern-california
Butler Maps Oregon:  https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/butler-maps-oregon
Butler Maps Washington:  https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/butler-maps-washington





Luggage

Auxiliary fuel bottle holders:  2  x Mosko Moto 4L Pouch https://moskomoto.com/collections/motorcycle-luggage/products/large-molle-accessory-sleeve
Tool Roll:  Mosko Moto Fatty https://moskomoto.com/collections/motorcycle-luggage/products/fatty-tool-roll
Tent Pole Bag:  Mosko Moto https://moskomoto.com/collections/motorcycle-luggage/products/tent-pole-bag
Dry bags:  3 x 20L Mosko Moto https://moskomoto.com/collections/motorcycle-luggage/products/20l-drysak
Molle Stix:  Mosko Moto https://moskomoto.com/collections/all/products/stix-sak
Tie downs:  Rok Straps https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/rok-straps-adjustable-straps
Cam Buckle straps
Tank Bag:  Ortlieb Waterproof MOTO already owned  https://touratech-usa.com/Store/Touratech-Waterproof-MOTO-Tank-Bag
Dry Duffle:  Ortlieb Dry Duffle 110L https://ortliebusa.com/product/duffle/
Dry Duffle:  Ortlieb Dry Duffle 60L already owned https://ortliebusa.com/product/duffle/





Tools & Spares

Liquid Gasket:  3 Bond https://ktmtwins.com/collections/ktm-1290-super-adventure-r-parts/products/3-bond-1184
Tire levers
Plug kit w/CO2 canisters
Air compressor:  Anit-Gravity https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/antigravity-batteries-tire-inflator
Assorted Tools - needle-nosed vise-grips, crescent wrench, mini-bolt driver, torx and allen bits, wrenches, etc.
21" Tube
18" Tube
Master Link
Chain rivet press
JB Weld
Zip-ties in assorted lengths plus a few long heavy duty ties
Rubber Cement




Apparel

Summer Paw Protectors:  Rukka Airium https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/rukka-airium-gloves
Mid-weight Paw Protectors:  deer-skin
Pants:  BMW City Pant 1.0
Helmet:  Arai Corsair-V
Spare Shield:  Arai clear and Dark Smoke
Jacket:  Rukka Armaxion
Balaclava:  Rukka Gore Windstopper
Summer weight under suit:  Rukka Max Seamless long sleeve shirt and pant
Mid-weight under suit:  Rukka Outlast 1-piece
Camp pants:  The North Face Paramount Peak
Socks Skin Layer:  Wigwam polypropylene
Socks Mid Layer:  Wigwam 12" ring spun wool
Camp shirts:  Russell Athletic breathable T-shirts
Mid-layer camp jacket:  Browning goose down
Riding boots:  Danner Recon https://www.danner.com/men/law-enforcement/recon-8-black-200g.html.html
3 Hats
Hydration Pack:  KTM PP Dakar
Keen Flip Flops:  https://www.keenfootwear.com/p/M-WAIMEA-H2.html?dwvar_M-WAIMEA-H2_color=1020299&cgid=merch_footwear


And, at least twenty items I'm missing.

 

[Mr Zog]

Herewith a list of items I felt I needed before I embarked on a multi-month journey


Hemorrhoid massager

you took a ladyboy with you?  eepwall:  :imaposer:

 

[OomD]

Hemorrhoid lance
Hemorrhoid massager

I think his name is Lance.  ot:

 

[jaybiker]

:laughing4: :laughing4: :laughing4:

But well done big oil for opening up about your afflictions. Things we don't often speak of like the chronic eczema that plagues me in the same region.
It's a pain in the arse living with a PITA!  :xxbah:

 

[ClimbingTurtle]

Looking forward to being envious/jealous/soppies (afrikaans word meaning sadly disgruntled...) with the RR..

:biggrin: