Today was the day we scheduled for some bike maintenance. I needed a new rear tire, especially after it took a puncture on the Top of the World Hwy! Additionally, I decided to get the oil and filter changed. Scott needed both of his tires changed. A bit about Adventure Cycle Works, which is run by 'Dan'. He runs the business out of his garage (clean and fully functional) and comes highly recommended by the Adventure Riding Community (AdvRider.com, etc). He is open 24/7, 7 days a week. He is also way cheaper than the other service options (dealers) in Fairbanks...for both labor and tires. I give him 5 stars!!!
We arrived around 9 am and IKRAN was on the lift in minutes. About an hour and half later I had a new tire, oil/filter change, and chain service. He also takes the time to check your brakes, clutch, etc. Scott was next and an hour later he was done.
IKRAN in the air minutes after we arrive!
Some road tar that had wedged its way into the area around where the slip-on attaches to the midpipe, making removal a b***h. If you happen to visit Dan, be prepared to hear some very colorful language...LOL!
New rear shoe going on!
IKRAN serviced and ready to attack The Dalton tomorrow morning!
The old 'shoe' with the plug
The plugged puncture spot
With the bikes shod with new tires, it was back to the dorms at the University. Of course we rode back in the rain. Aside from the price and convenience of the dorms, it was also nice being able to see the bikes from our rooms.
Later that evening we had dinner with Gretchen. We had all worked together at Los Angeles Center Air Route Traffic Control Center and we're all now retired. Gretchen was in Fairbanks, with her sister, to visit her nephew, who was stationed in Fairbanks, in the US Army. Then it was back to the dorms for a good night's sleep, tomorrow is The Dalton...
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