John Ryan Attempts "Ultimate Coast to Coast"

[Jeff Q]

Anyone know what his tank capacity is?

13 Gallons :blink:

I think its 11 gallons. I dont think 13 gallons would be IBR legal. IBR limits capacity to 11.5 gallons if my research is correct..

 

[Joe2Lmaker]

Anyone know what his tank capacity is?

13 Gallons :blink:

I thought the limit was 11.5 gallons for IBR.

More on the tank: <RyanButt 2007>

 

[TriggerT]

I noticed that on the BMW site they called his capacity off at 13 gallons, but I assume that is incorrect, since it sure as heck looks like he is using the exact same "Devils Tower" gas tank he used in the IBR.

 

[Jeff Q]

One of those pics did say 13 gallpn...

 

[TriggerT]

Man he can smell FL from where he is now. And yes, this is extremely addictive for thoise of us who can't be out riding.

 

[vol210]

What a ride! :crazy: :clapping:

JR's page

 

[beemerdons]

96 hours equals 6/10/09 12:55 AM. Reading maps and at John's current pace, it's possible he can beat record by six hours.

 

[kaitsdad]

John, don't blink. Stay focused.

 

[mjac]

If he stays on I75 south of Wildwood, I may ride out and wave.

 

[BwanaDik]

Still gripped! This is fantastic!

Is there a similar route/record going from say, Goose Bay, Newfoundland to San Ysidro, CA? IIRC, Goose Bay was a possible bonus stop for the 2007 IBR

 

[Duck Dodgers]

Anyone know what his tank capacity is?

13 Gallons :blink:

I thought the limit was 11.5 gallons for IBR.

More on the tank: <RyanButt 2007>

The way I understand it 11.5 Gallons is the limit for the IBR Rally, and most Rallies. This is an EXTREME ride. Actually does extreme seem to be the correct word? How about TFIER? Totally F*cking Insane Exrteme Ride? The man is a machine! :yahoo:

 

[mjac]

If he stays on I75 south of Wildwood, I may ride out and wave.

Nope, It appears he took Florida's Turnpike. You go John!

 

[twistedcricket]

Wow

I can say nothing else.

 

[BikerGeek99]

GO JOHN, GO!! :yahoo:

Amazing. Wow. Incredible.

Looking at the pictures of that extended gas tank, can you guys imagine how that would contribute to that FJR being even more top-heavy than normal, especially with a full load of fuel? Dang! It's awesome - I love it!!

 

[Ignacio]

I noticed that on the BMW site they called his capacity off at 13 gallons, but I assume that is incorrect, since it sure as heck looks like he is using the exact same "Devils Tower" gas tank he used in the IBR.

He has never ran the IBR with this FJR. His '05 run was on a BMW. He wasn't in the '07 rally, but was there, and attempted his own run in parallel.

The limit for the IBR and most other rallies is 11.5 gallons.

It's at least time to start thinking about the champagne on ice.

 

[Bungie]

His Spot tracking page must be getting POUNDED. Its refreshing so slowly

 

[MCML]

Nothing to add. Just checking in.

 

[beemerdons]

1052 EST near Kenansville; 335 miles to Key West. Time to put a magnum of Champagne in the Ice Bucket; John's coming!

 

[wheatonFJR]

GO JOHN, GO!! :yahoo:
Amazing. Wow. Incredible.

Looking at the pictures of that extended gas tank, can you guys imagine how that would contribute to that FJR being even more top-heavy than normal, especially with a full load of fuel? Dang! It's awesome - I love it!!

Especially down the Haul Road! :dribble: HOLY CRAP...

GO JOHN GO!

 

[cardingtr]

He should feel good now. When he glanced at the atlantic water on the left, that should give him the final boost. Go John go!