That sounds great make sure you come down highway 191 in Arizona and a wide range of temperature stay safe
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Storm,
Take the route shown in the attached map from Bisbee north. The section of 191 (AKA hwy 666 AKA Coronado Trail) from Morenci to Springerville is not to be missed. 100 miles of up and down elevations with tons of twisties in the cool pine trees. If it's lunch time, when you get to Morenci, find The Miners Diner and Bar. It's located in a shopping mall. There is a modern gas station near the stop light on Burro Alley. Just North of Morenci watch for an information pull off and vista point for the open pit copper mine, one of the largest in the world, you will be traveling through it's property. Stop and read all the information boards it will be worth the time. There are several motels in Springerville of varying prices. Good meals at Booga Reds.
You can continue on 191 all the way to Moab, UT. I just came down that way last weekend and the roads are perfect with enough towns to be able to find gas and food.
A side loop that would be very memorable is when 191 gets to 160, in northern Arizona, take a left to Kayenta and then north on 163. This will take you next to Monument Valley, think John Wayne movies and Forrest Gump. Before you get to the town of Mexican Hat the Mexican Hat rock formation will be on your right. 163 will blend back into 191 north. Kayenta has several gas stations along with a McDonalds and Burger King. The Burger King has a nice display commemorating the Navajo code talkers of WWII.
When leaving Moab turn right at the north edge of town and take the river road (128) along the Colorado River all the way to I-70. You will not be disappointed. Of course there is Arches National Park right there outside Moab.
Take the route shown in the attached map from Bisbee north. The section of 191 (AKA hwy 666 AKA Coronado Trail) from Morenci to Springerville is not to be missed. 100 miles of up and down elevations with tons of twisties in the cool pine trees. If it's lunch time, when you get to Morenci, find The Miners Diner and Bar. It's located in a shopping mall. There is a modern gas station near the stop light on Burro Alley. Just North of Morenci watch for an information pull off and vista point for the open pit copper mine, one of the largest in the world, you will be traveling through it's property. Stop and read all the information boards it will be worth the time. There are several motels in Springerville of varying prices. Good meals at Booga Reds.
You can continue on 191 all the way to Moab, UT. I just came down that way last weekend and the roads are perfect with enough towns to be able to find gas and food.
A side loop that would be very memorable is when 191 gets to 160, in northern Arizona, take a left to Kayenta and then north on 163. This will take you next to Monument Valley, think John Wayne movies and Forrest Gump. Before you get to the town of Mexican Hat the Mexican Hat rock formation will be on your right. 163 will blend back into 191 north. Kayenta has several gas stations along with a McDonalds and Burger King. The Burger King has a nice display commemorating the Navajo code talkers of WWII.
When leaving Moab turn right at the north edge of town and take the river road (128) along the Colorado River all the way to I-70. You will not be disappointed. Of course there is Arches National Park right there outside Moab.
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Storm64,
Sounds like a fun trip...wished I could go with you. I recently rode from LA to Wichita and back via Scottsdale. I'm the planner type, so I made reservations in advance with the ability to cancel if needed. Second, I used Google or Apple maps to find two things close to the hotel. The first was obviously a restaurant and the second was a self serve car wash...can't stand to ride a dirty bike. I was fortunate to be able to check in when I arrived...around 1300 - 1400 hrs. And finally, every hotel allowed me to park my K1600B under their front entrance awning for added security and weather protection. All you have to do is ask.
For the trip, I typically filled up with a 100 miles remaining in the tank. Bring the right gear for weather, etc. Ear plugs, face scarf, rain gear, etc. Ride safe.
Semper Fi
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Sounds like a fun trip...wished I could go with you. I recently rode from LA to Wichita and back via Scottsdale. I'm the planner type, so I made reservations in advance with the ability to cancel if needed. Second, I used Google or Apple maps to find two things close to the hotel. The first was obviously a restaurant and the second was a self serve car wash...can't stand to ride a dirty bike. I was fortunate to be able to check in when I arrived...around 1300 - 1400 hrs. And finally, every hotel allowed me to park my K1600B under their front entrance awning for added security and weather protection. All you have to do is ask.
For the trip, I typically filled up with a 100 miles remaining in the tank. Bring the right gear for weather, etc. Ear plugs, face scarf, rain gear, etc. Ride safe.
Semper Fi
I'm really liking the Nelson Rigg bag. Easy on and easy off.
The smaller tail bag, I leave on all the time. It holds my Nelson Rigg half cover and smaller nic-nacks.
I remember the days of having to use a million Bungee Cords to strap down your suitcase!
Heck I could make a Nelson Rigg commercial! Haha
I used a Nelson Rigg Route 1 bag with my Goldwing but it has been gathering dust in the corner since I got the GTL...if you keep promoting it as a great bag, I best put it for sale on the forum classifieds
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