New Member from Lower Mainland

[TwinWrangler]

Hi there, new to the forum. Have browsed the site many times over the years. I've been out of dual sport riding and bikes in general for the last 6 years (family commitments, life, etc), anyway just recently jumped back in with both feet on my new '19 Africa Twin. Couldn't help myself but had it on single track within the first week...LOL.

Already had a slow speed nap with it and got over the first beauty mark! ?‍

Thankfully the stock crash bars did their job. So, installed some Barkbusters and the Camel ADV bridged riser...things are better now. Should weather any slow speed 'dumpage' a little easier now. Some lower engine crash guards and skookum pannier racks are on the list.

Been riding since I was little kid, closing in on 50 now. Time flies.

 

[lagbc]

Welcome to the forum!

Glad you are having fun on your new AT. It's a great bike and love that you are taking it out and having fun and adventures, not just coffee!

Keep having fun and I hope you find DSBC community useful. See you out there

 

[canadius_maximus]

Welcome! - those ATs are nice looking bikes.

 

[TwinWrangler]

Thanks for the welcome fellas.

It’s fun getting to know a new machine and figuring out how best to make it do what you want. The AT is a ton of fun...and I mean literally! Lol! She’s a heavy girl, heavier than I’m used to for off-road so it’s a bit of a challenge and that keeps it interesting. You take for granted how capable dirt bikes are off road in many situations. The big bikes require more fore-thought, route planning and even tire pressures all become bigger considerations now.

Anyway hope to see you guys out on the trail.