Minnesota Ride soon.

Let's get together again and ride. It's been a while and I'm itching to go. We can meet at our regular spot (McDonalds on Dodd Road and 110 in Mendota Heights)
Reply if your interested and let's see if we can't get all the members from around here to meet and ride. I've gotten a bit side tracked this summer and haven't ridden much lately, so it's about time to rev the dust outa my exhaust pipes now! >PD<

 

I'd like to go, if the date fits in my schedule. It would be nice to see some other Maxims and what you may have done to them, and it should be fun to just ride too.

 

Dammit, I can't make it now. I have a customer coming to pick up his bike I was working on. The plus side is $300 in my pocket!!!
I'll have to re-schedule the ride for next weekend. >PD<

 

I am still working on getting my bike dialed in. At least my gas mileage is back to normal. Couldn't afford to go on a ride getting 16mpg.

 

Hey, let me know if you guys go. I have my kids and I owe one of them a ride.

Plus it looks to be a fabulous weekend.

Dan

 

Any one up for a ride soon? I know that this is an old post but the nice weather is around the corner. I am waiting for some parts coming next week then I will be ready.

 

count me in

 

Count me in as well

 

OK, I'll add you to the list then. It looks like we're going to have a good turn out by all the replies on both forums. Latest count is 11+ with some bringing other riders along, so this could get BIG!

 

UPDATE:

I better make it official. We're leaving McDonalds, on Dodd road and 110 in Mendota Heights at 8AM sharp on Saturday, May 16th.
Most of us get there early and have coffee and a bite to eat if you want to join us. We will ride out of the parking lot at 8 AM then.
Here's a map of the meeting location:

 

May 16? That works out well for me.

I have the weekend off as I have my kids.

So, I will be there. Either with or without one of my kids.

Hopefully, I will have a hot babe on the back. And if it is my daughter, you guys had better leave her alone as she is only 12.

Man, I am really looking for a good ride.

So, count me and my XJ. Or perhaps my CB if I have it fixed.

And, I may even see if I my brother wants to come along on his Honda Vt1100C2. He is due for a long ride.

Dan

 

OK Dan,
Your on the list then.
ANY bikes are welcome by the way. We don't care what you ride. There are several Honda Shadow riders coming (the other forum I posted this ride on) There'll be Yamahas, Hondas, Triumphs, etc. so BRING IT! >PD<

 

Well this sounds like a good time,I think I might have to go.

 

OK MNdave,
I'll put your name on the list then and hopefully you'll show up.

 

I'm In where we going

 

We don't have a clue where we're going, but I know we'll get there! LOL
Some of the guys we ride with are more familiar with the roads down there, so we'll just follow them. We always find some interesting roads, so I'm not too concerned about it. The further south and east you go, the better it gets. As long as we stop for lunch.

 

Heading down around Lake Pepin is always a fun ride. And there are usually a lot of bikes doing the same thing.

Dan

 

Dan,

Did you bet new tires yet? I was wondering if you bought from midwest cycle. I Just remember you had the wrong back tire.

MN

 

I got a new rear tire from someone on craig's list. Got it installed and it works great.

Now, my front fork is leaking so I have to fix that. But i still ride it.

If you need tires, check on Craig's List.

Dan

 

We stiil on for a ride. PainterD do you got a list yet???

 

Hey Guys,

Let PainterD know if your up for the ride next weekend. PM him so we can get the list togeather.

MN

 

UPDATE:
So far there are 13 riders that are on the list for the ride on the 16th. There are 6 riders from another forum, (where this ride originated from) and 6 riders from this XJ forum, so it'll be a good turnout.
Of course there may be a few riders that backout at the last minute because of weather and I just hope I'm not one of them! It rained last year and I had to cancel twice last year (sorry, I won't ride 90 miles in the rain to meet for a ride)
Hopefully I can post more information on our destination route some time this week. If not, we'll just have to wing it and get lost in the bluff country for the day (works for me)
We'll be stopping for gas about every 100 miles or so (some need to get off and stretch anyways) and probably stop at some of the scenic over-looks to shoot the breeze
We'll stop to eat along the way, but where is anyones guess. We'll just cross that bridge when we get to it.
You'll find out that we never have any real "established" route when we ride and never know just where we might end up. But it's always fun and we have a good time. We try to make it back to the cities by 5-6 or so. If anyone has to be back earlier than that, we can shorten the ride to accomidate.
That's it for now. Any questions? You know where to find me (or PM me)I'll check back every day (after work) to see if there are any other issues we need to address then. >PD<

 

Another UPDATE:
Here'a a route we can take if anyone is interested. I believe we took it before some years back and it has alot of scenery and good roads.
You can blow it up to get a better idea where is goes. We don't have to go the exact route, but just an idea. Just so we can find gas and food along the way. >PD<

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source= ... ,+Hastings

 

Route didn't really show more than a Hastings location. (Weather Permitting) I will ride around with the group before it turns back to the Cities. I live south of Rochester.

 

rmkopp,

Where would you like to hook up. We will be coming down 61 and we go down to Lake city and cross over to the Wisconsin side and come back up to Prescott. Let us know

MN

 

That map does who the entire route. You just have to go back to see the bigger picture and the route is highlighted in blue. Like I said, it's not etched in stone where we go or what route we take. It's just an idea from a ride we took a few years ago.

 

PainetD,

I got my carbs back on the 1100 but my tank has rust in it. PM me with the battery charger rust removal instructions.

Thanks
MN

 

I will start out with the group at McDonalds. I am riding up to the cities and staying with my dad on Friday evening. I might ride a little ways north on the Wisconsin side, but then I will swing back home.

I have never really been on a group ride larger than three-- so it will be a new experience. I'm looking forward to meeting y'all. My Seca has been running perfectly.

 

rmkopp,

Thats great we will see you then. Hope the weather holds out for us.

MN

 

Forcast says only 57 tomorrow. What you guys think?

 

just dress warm

 

Try this link for the route:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source= ... 8&t=h&z=10

The route I have is down the Wisconsin side, but, it doesn't have to me.

Starting in Hastings, we head down MN316 and join up US61 just west of Red Wing.

We take US61 from Red Wing south through Frontenac, Lake City (good place to stop and stretch and flush and fill (so to speak)) down to Wabasha.

We cross the Mississippi River in Wabasha heading to Nelson WI on WI 25.

In Nelson, we turn north on WI 35 heading to Pepin and Stockholm. Stockholm is a nice little place and there is a great place there for Pie.

Continuing north on WI35 we go through Maiden Rock, Bay City and Hager City. For those who need to head back, you can cut over on US63 and get back to Red Wing. Otherwise, continuing on WI35 we head to Diamond Bluff on our way to Prescott WI.

In Prescott, we cross back over to MN and then can double back to Hastings on 10/61. Or head north to the cities on 10/61.

The ride is 3 hours from Hastings to Hastings. Not counting potty breaks, food stops and such.

Dan

 

I've got leather gloves, coat and helemt with face sheild. Not a problem as far as riding is concerned. Its going to chilly in the AM for sure. Its going to be in the 40's when we get going. Just wonder if we are going to loose some more of the group due to the cold.

MN

 

Magic eight ball says--- maybe. I am a little on the fence-- We are having a light cool rain down here (near Rochester) and I am not looking forward to riding up to the cities, followed by a cold ride tomorrow. If I am not there, don't wait for me. I pm'd my cell number to PainterD for the next one.

Rob :roll:

 

can't vouch for the minnesota side, but the wisconsin side of that trip is one of the most scenic rides i've ever been on.

 

I think I'm going to call myself out for the AM 39F in AM and windy . PainterD Call me when you want to try it again.

Thanks
MN

 

I did not make the trip up--- predictions of thunderstorms and hail. Bummer. I'll try to make the next one-- although it sounds like most of us are calling it.

Rob

 

So...
Did anyone show up for the ride? I can't say I'd blame you if you didn't. It was cold, damp and windy as hell here yesterday morning. The dog never even stayed out very long when I let her out!
It looks like it's be a couple weeks before I set up another ride. Next weekend is Memorial Day and most do family stuff that weekend (or so it's been that case in the past) and the weekend of the 30th, we have a family get gathering (woopee) and they would like me there (?)
So, I guess it'll be Saturday, June 6th before I'm available to ride with the group. I'll make some phone calls and see if enough are interested for that day in a couple weeks then. >PD<

 

I had an early morning service call and the bank sign said 37 deg F. I was glad that I was not on the bike.

MN

 

I went for a ride in the afternoon. And, it was cold and windy.

Now today would have been a wonderful day for that ride.

 

You guys want to reschedule soon. I was thinking about this weekend if your up for it.

MN

 

I was thinking the same thing myself...but,
I'm trying to wiggle my way out of a family gathering that is already scheduled for Saturday. I'm still working on it. I'll get back to you later.
The weather does look like it'll be perfect too.