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You could use soft bags. The Cortech Sport bags are awesome! I've used them for many 1000's of miles. I also have the larger tail bag which clips onto the saddlebags.

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+1 for Combat boots. They do break in, I had the same experience of sitting on the bike with them brand new and not being able to flex my foot down. The guidelines for break in are really accurate. As for tucking your pants in, that is very retro. Old time bikers did that, my dad still does. So, for...

+1 for the Sargent. I do IronButt rides and this seat is awesome!

I've been happy with a ZTechnik.

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Tailbag: http://www.tourmaster.com/xcart/product.php?productid=148 or http://www.tourmaster.com/xcart/product.php?productid=147&cat=31. I have the larger TriBag. Saddlebags: http://www.tourmaster.com/xcart/product.php?productid=149&cat=31. I have these too. These bags are really great! They ...

+1 for Michelin Pilot Roads.

The 1150R is a super fantastic bike, the best BMW of several that I have owned. It is very versitile. I use it for spirited back roads riding and for long distance touring (including Iron Butt rides). I highly recommend it.

Reminder...its this Saturday.

+1 for the Sargent seat, it is the best seat (of many) that I have ridden on.

I like the BMW touring screen.

+1 - yes, it is the best ever. I haven't had a test ride on the 1200 yet.

You can order them through your dealer.

Great charity, fun ride, fun event after the ride. Please join me.

http://www.safeharbor-dc.org/events/ride.html

+1 on the Pirates Lair. The thing is great! It is quick release so you can easily keep the rear "low profile". It is well constructed and easy to install. You do need the luggage rack.

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I like my ZTech titanium system with cat removed.

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+1 on the WD-40 and hair dryer and patience. It worked on the ABS sticker.

I also recommend joining the RA: http://www.bmwra.org/. The national rally is just up the road from you in Houghton, MI (in the U.P.).

There are a lot of active BMW riders in WI and SE WI. Check out: http://www.wiscbmwclub.com/ and http://www.madisonbmwclub.org/. I'm in Madison and am "on here" periodically.

I seem to remember reading somewhere that the particular and specific shape of the beak is designed for necessary air flow to the engine.