I didn't get the mpg I was expecting in the Vetter challenge because of the strong side winds and curvy roads we took. Slowing and speeding from 40-55 mph doesn't go well with 600+lbs. Also the strong west side winds combined with the plastic side covers coming out on the 101N forced me to use more gas to keep up. According to Craig he is using piano Styrofoam to keep the wind from entering the sides of the stream-liner.
The first part of the challenge was at 45-60mph curvy back roads from SLO to Kings City with the reaming part done on 101N going to Salinas. This didn't represent what most peoples' daily rides would be, but it was a nice durability test which fortunately all the bikes survived. It was great to see the original motorcycle fairing designer Mr.Vetter in person for the first time, and I encourage all of you to participate in one of his races.
Without further ado here are a few pictures/videos.
Terry having trouble with the front forks b/c of the 100's of additional pounds (batteries) of stress being applied on them. This is compounded by poor bumpy roads thus we traveled 30-40mph for the last 15-20 miles before king City
Kings City Crash after we got back from dinner
Bike Dropped on the way to beach off 101. No damage except ball at end of brake lever broke off.
Craters of the Moon
Nevada Hwy50
Triple Divide Peak-Glacier NP
