So Much for the Procrastination

Is all of this stuff going to fit on the new bike?

Well, it is the last Sunday evening before the trip begins. I have a feeling that the next few days are going to drag a little bit. It has been nearly 6-1/2 months since I have ordered the Ultra. I spent the day today packing everything I plan on taking (and forgetting that one thing that I won't realize I forgot until I need it on the trip). I have the GPS all loaded up. The only thing left to do is wait. Had I waited to finalize the last few items on the list, maybe Thursday would get here in no time... (And, no, mowing the yard before I leave was not on the list but still needs to be taken care of).

Jeff forwarded links today to a few other blogs from riders who have taken similar trips (I think he may be slightly more anxious than I). Interesting reading, and I can really appreciate what these folks have accomplished. Reading the blogs has also caused me a little bit of concern, and I take this is a good sign. Although I have put nearly 75,000 miles on the old Road King, I do know that I am going to be riding a new model and that I need to anticipate what may be a lot of difference. I have to realize that I need to remain alert to the bike, my riding abilities, and my surroundings. Just to be sure I complete this trip successfully, it may be a good idea to pretend I am riding a borrowed motorcycle.

T-minus four days...