I got the bike back on Tuesday evening and the problem seems to be fixed. I was told it was air in the hydraulics and a high-velocity night ride confirmed that it's fixed.
I only have a few weeks to go and I still need to get all the parts for the trip and test them out. The testing is easy. Finding the right part isn't. But I've narrowed down my options and have begun "testing" :-) But I'm cutting it a bit too close. Far too close for a guy who makes a living planning things!
I'll be going for a ride this weekend to test the bike and the numerous parts I have (GPS, seat pad, luggage, etc). Unfortunately, BMW San Jose can't seem to manage their parts department. They haven't followed through on anything they said they'd do, everything was late, and, after receiving the parts they're missing one major component - a mounting bracket for my top case. Grrr. This just proves the old adage: "BMWs are expensive. And maybe they're overpriced garage jewelery". Or something like that. I haven't had any coffee yet so I can't be held responsible.
Here's the route we're taking this weekend - short, twisty, fun.
http://tinyurl.com/n7enax
Unlike last year, no overnight 800 mile trip to get ready. I have a pretty good idea what I'm in for this go around!
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