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Title: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage!!! Post by Kiwicruisette on 08/14/20 at 09:51:33 Hi team! I've been a long time lurker in this forum - this is my first post. I bought a sunshine yellow '96 Suzuki Savage as my daily commuter when I lived in San Francisco, then in May I lost my job due to Covid lay offs. It took me a while to get over that, but then I decided this was an opportunity to see the rest of America! I packed up my Savage and hit the road - i've been motorcycle camping for the last 2 months. I'm 8000 miles in, 8 states deep and have until winter to visit the other 40 in the mainland. I'm keeping off the beaten track, camping in national forests, and abiding by all local health guidelines (social distancing, mask, gloves when pumping gas etc). Its been an absolutely incredible experience so far, and I'm so glad I get to do it on my trusty Suzuki Savage. She is a beast!!! But I get a LOT of comments from people who think I'm crazy doing it on a 650 single cylinder lol. If you're interested in reading more about my story, an article was published yesterday about my trip: https://www.advpulse.com/adv-rides/rider-loses-job-to-covid-so-she-set-off-on-solo-adventure-across-us/ You can also follow along on instagram: kiwicruisette. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Eegore on 08/14/20 at 10:04:23 So the link, for me, in the original post did not direct me to her specific story. This link for some reason does: https://www.advpulse.com/adv-rides/rider-loses-job-to-covid-so-she-set-off-on-solo-adventure-across-us/ I usually ask when someone is taking a savage on long-hauls how much oil they are burning. Seems like my 95 used a lot more than anticipated when it went on some highway tests. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by justin_o_guy2 on 08/14/20 at 10:26:10 You are Awesome! Have fun |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by MMRanch on 08/14/20 at 11:04:52 Wow , Your doing something I never had the time to get done ! 8-) The Savage is more than capable , don't let anybody tell ya other wise. Send pictures so ... us unfortunate left-out-few can enjoy the adventure with ya. My first LS650 was a 96 Sun-Shine Yellow ! If your in Arkansas next month some of us are going to be in the NW part. If ya going to TN then you've got a back-yard ( or spare room) , shower , and a meal for a day - in trade for some neat stories (remember , there not true if there's no pictures ;)) My wife will enjoy the pictures too ! :) |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by norm92de on 08/14/20 at 13:07:19 Nothing but admiration! Take care sweetheart. ( at my age I think I can call you sweetheart) If you are ever in El Paso we have a meal and a room any time. My wife loves to cook and entertain. I'm a pretty good mechanic also. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by ohiomoto on 08/14/20 at 15:51:30 That's just F'ing AWESOME!! |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Dave on 08/14/20 at 19:00:03 Cool! Looks like you already need a back tire! :-? |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by MMRanch on 08/14/20 at 22:37:09 Nikki , If you find yourself in " NEED " again , there is a group of Bikers called the Christian Motorcycle Association CMAUSA you should know about. Put this number in your phone just in case. We have a national "Hot-Line" phone number. : 870-389-6196 CMAUSA Hot-line Some times it's slow but we try as best we can. Its works like this : During business hours You call the National number to get HELP National Office calls State Office State Office calls Local Chapter Local Chapter Calls Local Member who comes to pick you up and HELP :) Everybody is not home or at the phone all the time but we do as best we can and are glad to help . |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by zipidachimp on 08/14/20 at 22:57:22 Kiwi: well. you've truly embarrassed me for being a cautious rider, even though I have 2 of them! Tomorrow, a long ride! Cheers! 8-) |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 08/14/20 at 23:15:51 5575777F6275100 wrote:
Thanks for sharing an updated link! (not sure why that didn't work first time round) :-/ Ah yes she does burn through the oil, glad im not going crazy! I did have a little oil leak, but that didnt explain quite how much I seemed to be going through! |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 08/14/20 at 23:19:13 150715070A19161B10580 wrote:
Thank you!! Very kind! I love that you also had a sunshine yellow savage!! There is nothing quite this colour, you cant help but be happy ;D From here on out its yellow bikes for me, Im hooked! There are lots of pics in the article which is linked, and I also do daily picture updates on instagram (not sure if you have that?). I couldn't figure out how to post more than one photo with my original post on here :-/ |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 08/14/20 at 23:20:54 6F6E736C38336564010 wrote:
Thank you!! Much appreciated :) |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 08/14/20 at 23:22:13 52696473626E757368606D72010 wrote:
This photo is a bit old....it was taken the morning the tire blew in yellowstone. Oops!! |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 08/15/20 at 09:17:58 0C1E0C1E13000F0209410 wrote:
Thanks for this! Number saved! |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by MMRanch on 08/15/20 at 11:52:52 Nikki I did some checking ... that number is durning business hour when some one is in the office ( still could be a "Life-Saver" ) . Looks like I'm looking for plan "B" for after hours ??? ::) |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by sjaskow - FSO on 08/18/20 at 10:34:01 4A584A58554649444F070 wrote:
For US$49 per year, she could join the AMA (https://americanmotorcyclist.com/) and get roadside assistance. The standard plan gets you unlimited tows for bikes and 3 per year for 4 wheeled conveyances. In the 10 years I've had it, I've used it more for my cars/trucks than my bikes. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by stewmills on 08/18/20 at 13:03:53 Awesome to see you taking advantage of the opportunity. I am envious and guaranteed I would do the same if I were laid off and single (married...but my wife might still want me to go ;D ;D ;D). Stay safe out there. I see on your rough map that you may come up from FL through Alabama and through Auburn/Opelika, which is where I am located. I have reasonably good mechanical experience with these bikes and other toys and have a fairly well equipped shop. If you need a check-up or an oil change along the way plan a stop and we'll take care of anything that the bikes needs. I am not always on here, so if you are approaching AL and wanted to plan a stop PM me here as I'll get a ping on my phone with your message. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by jcstokes on 08/18/20 at 13:10:37 How many miles have you done, you might end up in the Suzuki Savge "Hall of Fame". |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by verslagen1 on 08/18/20 at 13:34:19 We have members all over the country. If you're in trouble, reach out. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Oldfeller on 08/19/20 at 16:26:58 Or, post your itinerary and let our members ring in with a local contact number if you are going to be close to them. You are a Savager and we can take care of our own ...... |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by ohiomoto on 08/19/20 at 17:46:33 DON'T TRUST ANY OF THESE OLD MEN!!!!! Haha!! Just kidding. You're in good hands here. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by springman on 08/20/20 at 06:03:21 Way to go Nikki. I think we are all jealous. Have a great time! |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Dave on 08/21/20 at 02:17:21 If you are passing through the area close to Cincinnati - you could get Ohio/Kentucky/Indiana all within a few miles drive. I live just south of Cincinnati in Kentucky, and if you need any bike service we could easily do it here before you move on. You can trust me.......my wife will make sure of it! ;) |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 09/07/20 at 20:25:58 797060677C787660130 wrote:
So far 12,000 miles - I'm expecting to do another 25,000 or so! What the highest in the hall of fame? Is it calculated per trip? |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 09/07/20 at 20:27:56 Thanks everyone for the messages of support and offers of help!! Appreciate it ;D |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by springman on 09/07/20 at 20:43:22 The Hall of Fame is based on total mileage on the bike. Youzguyz in San Antonio just recently hit 200,000 on one of his savages. For entry into the Hall of Fame you need 25,000 miles. Sounds like you will be there shortly. Good luck to you. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 09/07/20 at 21:01:31 Wow!! 200,000 I'm impressed! Mine has 44,000 on the clock in total. I'll see what I'm at at the end of the trip before I enter :p |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by jcstokes on 09/07/20 at 22:41:06 Kiwi Cruisette, you may even get in the Hall of Fame for the Longest trip so far, if you have done 12000 miles on your trip so far. Moderators please check. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Kiwicruisette on 09/08/20 at 10:03:12 Wow! That would be quite the honour. Lets see where I'm at in December. I'll be sure to report back with the final numbers! |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Bubba on 09/17/20 at 07:34:18 Started watching your YouTube channel...so jealous...you go girl! I've been wondering if I should ride my bike to see my brothers new house in Missouri...now, I'm inspired. I'm on the verge of retiring soon and was thinking I'd ride my bicycle across the country on the TransAmerica Bike trail...some 4000+ miles Before I get too old anyway. Thanks for the inspiration! |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Bubba on 09/17/20 at 12:38:20 BTW, Kiwicruiser...have you done the Verslavy modification? With 44k on the bike I would think so but just something to ponder... |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Dave on 02/24/21 at 16:36:11 Kiwicruisette has not logged onto the forum since September. Does anyone know if she was able to complete the trip? |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by oldNslow on 02/24/21 at 18:04:24 457E7364757962647F777A65160 wrote:
She did. First half of this interview is about other places she's been. She talks about the USA trip about 28 minutes in. Looks like her bike developed the head plug leak and she took it to a shop that charged her a lot of money to misdiagnose it and not fix it. But she finished the trip anyway. Too bad she didn't ask for help on here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clmrOeT-NlQ |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by Eegore on 02/24/21 at 20:19:52 Just search "Lunch Cutter Productions" on YouTube to see some videos specific to her trips. |
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Title: Re: 48 state USA motocamping trip - on a 96 Savage Post by ohiomoto on 02/27/21 at 12:54:09 She's back on the other side of the world riding a Honda Rebel through New Zealand. She's very active on Instagram @kiwicruisette: https://www.instagram.com/kiwicruisette/ She was interviewed on this podcast (haven't listen to it): https://open.spotify.com/episode/01EsB3BCuQGAOhzDx71aCe?si=z3AbP4FWTK6K_AfNpRo6jQ She hasn't done as much on YouTube but here is her channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LunchCutterProductions/featured |
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