Well, just how cool is that?

Just a few days ago, DIRTY DINING: An Adventurers Cookbook, was featured on the the USA National hit TV show 'Right This Minute'. The book went down a treat and they even filmed one of our favourite dessert recipes and shared it onscreen. Take a peak and find out what they thought of the end result.

    Right This Minute - National US TV Show - 2016

 For more infomation on this recipe check out the 'RTM website here: RTM

After years of creative work and effort it's wonderful and exciting for us to see Lisa's cookbook 'DIRTY DINING' in peoples hands and her recipes being turned into delicious meals by travellers around the world. The comments and rave reviews coming in have been rewarding. Thank you so much to everyone that taken the time to leave a review and enjoyed the book.

Grab your copy of Dirty Dining: An Adventurers Cookbook now.

 

BMW NA STARTS TECH CAMPAIGN ON R1200S/GSA LC FORK TUBES

 This is a serious subject and I would suggest all owners of the effected bikes take their bikes to get inspected by their local dealers, or at the very least, roll up the rubber dust protector at the top of the stanchion and visual inspect for any sign of fatigue or failure.

Yesterday (June 27th 2017), BMW of North America released information regarding its technical campaign for "fixed fork tube inspection." This technical campaign applies to water-cooled R 1200 GS (K50, K50/11) and GS Adventure (K51) motorcycles.

image courtesy of: Cid Dennis. For more info see: https://www.change.org/u/516440414 

From The Campaign Bulletin:

"As a result of ongoing field observations, BMW Motorrad has determined that the fixed fork tube (stanchion) of the R 1200 GS (K50, K50/11) and R 1200 GS Adventure (K51) can be damaged due to unusual incidents. Such high stress can be caused for example, when riding over an obstacle, during a fall or when driving through deep potholes. Resulting damage to the fixed fork tubes manifests itself through a gap between the stanchion and the press-fitted, top seal plug.

An inspection process along with a repair procedure has been developed. All affected motorcycles must receive one of the two repairs outlined in this bulletin. Customers will be notified by mail by BMW Motorrad USA."

Should an inspection turn up the need for a repair, BMW Motorrad recommends one of two repair options, as follows:

Installation of a fork tube bushing onto the existing fork tube, or Installation of a fork tube bushing onto a new fork tube, or the replacement of a fork tube with a new one that already has the bushing in place.

Owners of motorcycles that are affected by this technical campaign are urged to contact their dealers, but the list of VINs affected may not be available to dealers until 30 June - so give your dealer a break if they don't know if your motorcycle is affected.

 Update: 28th June 2017

 This is the repair/strengthen kit dealers are now installing to upgrade the fixed fork issue in question. Click the image for additional images and text. Image courtesy of Michel Boucanier

Where are our original bikes?

Glad you asked. We've heard this same question ever since we revealed our new rides (courtesy of 4theoutdoors.com) and we're pleased to say we still have them and they have found a wonderful temporary home.

The idea of selling Tinkerbelle and Tarzan (the names for our original R1100GS and F650GS) was as ridiculous as it was impossible. C'mon, how could we possibly entertain the idea of parting with two stunning machines that after 450,000 miles have literally become part of who we are today!

From first buying these to wonderful machines, and clocking up those first miles, through years of pre-trip modifications and then a decade of on the road upgrades and adventures, our original BMW motorcycles have become part of our family. My mum (Simon) still refers to them as the 'Grand-kids'. I'd asked her once, why she called them this, she looked at my and pouted and said with a smile, they are your kids, besides, you love them and they're expensive, so really, they're just like real kids.

 I'd argue both machines have their own personalities and I know for sure they've both earned the retirement they're currently enjoying. When we agreed the offer of our new bikes, we knew we were going to have mixed emotions about parting from Tink's and Tarzan and we knew they needed to go somewhere they'd be appreciated and cared for, until such time we can ship them back to Europe or find a permanent home.

Bob Henig owns one of the best BMW Motorcycle museum's Lisa and I have ever been into and we were thrilled when Bob, called us personally to offer them a place among his collection. Sat inside Bob's Vintage Motorcycle Museum, our bikes are surrounded by decades of BMW Motorcycling history and prestige. In a purpose built, and recently refurbished two-story complex, our bikes are parked with pride of place on the ground floor and there for you to enjoy.

If you fancy a day out or would just like to get up close and personal with two of the most recognizable adventure bikes on the planet, then calls BOB's BMW and let them know you want to drop by. The entrance is free and you'll be surprised and impressed with the collection of BMW Motorrad machines and memorabilia in the museum.

For more info read on below:

From Bob.

The Vintage BMW Motorcycle Museum is open most Saturday mornings and by appointment. All tours meet at Bob’s BMW and then typically head over to the museum around 10:00 am as a small group.
To make an appointment to visit the museum, call Bob at 301-497-8949 x218 or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Want to plan a group visit? Call 301-497-8949 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Museum is provided FREE of cost to the public, courtesy of Bob’s BMW. It is fun for all ages (responsible children only please**), non-motorcyclists, and riders of ALL makes and models.
NOW BIGGER THAN EVER! Explore 3,500 square feet of BMW history showcasing over 65 vintage and classic BMW motorcycles and side cars, memorabilia, art and much, much more! One visit won’t be enough…with so much to see you will discover something new with every visit!

The history of BMW Motorrad comes to life as you walk through Bob’s BMW stunning collection of BMW motorcycles, such as factory original BMWs from as far back as 1925; never before ridden BMWs from decades and decades ago, such as a 30+ year old “Slash 5”; adventure BMWs ridden around the world (and then some!), one with over 600,000 miles; and BMWs ridden by legends like Gary Nixon that made motorcycle history, and so much more!

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*Please note that only the ground floor level is wheelchair accessible. We are happy to offer assistance for anyone who might need help with the single, wide staircase leading to about 60% of the displays.

After over a decade using the Hilleberg Keron 4 GT around the world, we catch up with Petra Hilleberg the CEO of the famous tent manufacturer for an interview and chance to share our story.

The Hilleberg Video Interview