2017 Baja Barf - its on and its happening... now!

Yep, its happening... now. Huge group this year, 25 riders! Same basic format as the past years destinations, but with different routes to reach those destinations. Starting this thread a bit early as so many folks are either already on their way down, or will be going earlier this week. Main group will meet in Bola this Saturday, but nearly half are leaving earlier.

This thread will be a depository of updates from from folks on the trip, and eventually my own recap. I'm looking forward to both SMFMCjohn and Hadesomega's full detailed ride reports separately in this forum.

I want to first thank a couple of folks this year who have really contributed to making this happen. First, 1962siia. Not only did he offer up one of his LaneSplitters pizza locations for our monthly meetings, he single handedly did more to actually organize this trip than anyone else. From lodging to gas. Huge thanks Daniel! Norcalslowpoke for organizing a new GPS and bringing Bubbles into the modern age while also tracking everyones emergency contact information. And Jackson.... while he isnt joining us this year, he offered his freshened up XR650R for me to ride 1000 miles through the desert when Bubbles mechanical health was in question. Not many folks would do that. Lastly, but not least, Dmitry... the favorite little brother I never wanted. D has kept track of all the riders, bikes, transportation etc. He has also provided many folks with navigation and GPS hacks so they can actually navigate! Everyone has contributed in their own way, but these folks went above and beyond! Thank you.

25 riders this year with good mix of Baja veterans and new folks to the ride. 7 Hondas, 6 KTMs, 1 Husqvarna, 3 Suzukis, a Beta, 2 ATKs, 3 Kawasakis, and 2 Yamahas.

The riders:

Impish
1962siia
Oaklandf4i
Anytwowilldo
Norcalslowpoke
Hadesomega
Lunchbox
Eric B
Hank
Dmitriy
Saltwater
Cabrito
ThumperX and Wayne
Rebekahlynn
MotorcycleRN
SFMCjohn
Mistico
Krongsak
Cyclenomad
wowens
WFO
Kalle Hoffman
BicyclePhil
MotoHedon

Some folks have already taken off like SFMCjohn and Kalle Hoffman. Others will be leaving early on various days this week. All are going to meet in Bola this Saturday to start the ride.

For those that may be interested in following the various groups, you can track us on the Spotwalla page. Password Bajahaha.

Folks can add there own bio if they like. Baja F Yeh! arty

Rider: Oaklandf4i
Bike: XR650L
Bikes Name: Bubbles... because it sounds like a trailer park strippers name and that's appropriate!
Baja Experience: Many years
Ever arrested in Baja: The best adventure stories start with a bad decision.
Baja Wisdom: You cant be lost if you dont have a destination in mind.
Favorite Baja beverage: Naranja Fanta and Tequila
Baja theme song: Lay Down Sally
Sponsors: My family. Bubbles and I have been a VERY thankful recipient of many parts.

ThumperX aka Thumpy
Bike: 2000 ATK 605 DS (heavily modified for short people) Read all about it here
I call it "beastie"

My partner will be riding a 1999 ATK 605 DS

Luggage (Giant Loop)
We will also be bringing the Bossdog so will not do everyday with the group unless someone's bike breaks and they want to be the dog's driver.

Favorite beverage: Tequila beer water

subscribed!

Copied the one from the Baja club thread Yeah I'm that guy that takes too much $hit with him on adventure rides...

Rider: HadesOmega
Bike: DR650SE
Bike's name: Cactus Puncher
Baja experience: BARF Baja 2015 + 2016
Ever arrested in Baja: Hope not...
Baja wisdom: XX tastes so good after Baja kicked yo ass earlier!
Favorite Baja beverage: XX or Tecate, why don't they have Negro Modelo!?
Baja Theme Song: Dust to Glory Theme Song
Sponsors: Privateer, Youtube

Famous Baja Quotes:
"Baja just kick yo ass m'fer"
"Why do I keep on running into these cactuses!"
"Thank goodness for skidplates!"
"Look out I'm coming through!!! *SPLAT"

Rider: Dmitriy
Bike: KTM 640 Adventure
Bikes Name: El Burro Rapido Numero Dos
Baja Experience: Many trips
Ever arrested in Baja: not yet, planning on keeping it that way
Baja Wisdom: Help is a long way away, your bike is heavier then it looks. Oh and have fun!
Baja theme song: currently Giorgio Moroder - Chase
Sponsors: I need some!

I hope you guys and gals have an amazing trip. I was in Cabo last weekend with my better looking half and she encouraged me to make this trip with a group some time this year. I would have loved to join you all, I had no idea that it was slated to occur so early in the year. Dang it.... next time.

A bit of info... I can't remember what the fuel cost was last weekend. But all my Uber/Taxi drivers went on and on about how expensive fuel was. I only saw a few vehicles actually getting fuel in the stations. But some had signs proclaiming "TENEMOS GASOLINA!"

Again, have a great time... ill be following along on here.

ThumperX said:

ThumperX aka Thumpy
Bike: 2000 ATK 605 DS (heavily modified for short people) Read all about it here
I call it "beastie"

My partner will be riding a 1999 ATK 605 DS

Luggage (Giant Loop)
We will also be bringing the Bossdog so will not do everyday with the group unless someone's bike breaks and they want to be the dog's driver.

Favorite beverage: Tequila beer water

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Damn it G if i knew u were going!! Missed you at the shop hope all is well!!!

Rider: 1962siia88
Bike: XR650R
Bikes Name: DIRTBYK
Baja Experience: 3rd trip
Ever arrested in Baja: hell no!
Baja Wisdom: The short cut is the road that looks the most traveled
Baja theme song: Tom Sawyer
Sponsors: LSP and mrs1962

Rider: anytwowilldo
Bike: XR400R
Bikes Name: Mudskipper
Baja Experience: 3rd trip
Ever arrested in Baja: No, nothing to see here officer.
Baja Wisdom: Keep it under a 100 and don't blow the engine. Sometimes those things are hard to do when you are trying to keep CJ in sight.
Sponsors: Family and Mike's Bikes.

Rider: Lunch Box
Bike: KTM 690 Enduro R Supertanker
Bike's name: Braappy
Baja experience: Mucho
Ever arrested in Baja: Mexico: yes. Baja: No.
Baja wisdom: Go that way really fast. If something gets in your way, turn.
Favorite Baja beverage: Pacifico
Baja Theme Song: Ridin' Dirty
Sponsors: KTM Krafts
Famous Baja Quotes:
"Mi culo es en fuego!"

Rider: Mistico
Bike: 2002 Honda XR400R
Bikes Name: nameless
Baja Experience: 3rd time
Ever arrested in Baja: Not yet. It's never too late
Baja Wisdom: Keep it light

Sponsors: I wish

What's up from cropping my bike from the picture

krongsak said:

What's up from cropping my bike from the picture

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You want the other half?

Hey Dmitry and CJ,
Can you guys grab me a can of
Grizzly wintergreen long-cut
before you cross the border?

SFMCjohn:
Baja n00b (again, too long away ...)
KLR, cuz in the garage, I'm cheap and a n00b ...
Sponsors: BARF Vintage Cafe, SFMC

SFMCjohn said:

Hey Dmitry and CJ,
Can you guys grab me a can of
Grizzly wintergreen long-cut
before you cross the border?

SFMCjohn:
Baja n00b (again, too long away ...)
KLR, cuz in the garage, I'm cheap and a n00b ...
Sponsors: BARF Vintage Cafe, SFMC

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Laugh..... I knew I forgot something in all our pre trip meetings. They no longer distribute chewing tobacco in Baja as of about four years ago. The year I figured that out I resorted to buying packs of cigarettes and chedwing them like bandits.

I'm bringing down 5 tins of Copenhagen wintergreen longcut, will grab you a Grizzly if you prefer.

SFMCjohn and Kalle as they are already in Baja....

Rider: Eric B
Bike: KLX 250 + a bit
Bikes Name: The green one
Baja Experience: 10 days
Ever arrested in Baja: not yet
Baja Wisdom: "See gas, get gas"
Favorite Baja beverage: Cerveza
Baja theme song: I will probably have "On The Road Again" in my head for much of the time.
Sponsors: We were supposed to get sponsors?

OaklandF4i said:

25 riders this year with good mix of Baja veterans and new folks to the ride. 7 Hondas, 6 KTMs, 1 Husqvarna, 3 Suzukis, a Beta, 2 ATKs, 3 Kawasakis, and 2 Yamahas.

The riders:

Impish
1962siia
Oaklandf4i
Anytwowilldo
Norcalslowpoke
Hadesomega
Lunchbox
Eric B
Hank
Dmitriy
Saltwater
Cabrito
ThumperX and Wayne
Rebekahlynn
MotorcycleRN
SFMCjohn
Mistico
Krongsak
Cyclenomad
wowens
WFO
Kalle Hoffman
BicyclePhil
MotoHedon

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Do we have an extra bike or are we missing a rider?

CJ was using Alternative Numbers for bikes and riders.

Actually, he lists 24 bikes and 24 riders, but I am not sure that Scott's friend Hilary is on the list. If so, then he is correct that it is 25, and should add one more Suzuki to the top part. Not terribly important, though. The important thing is that we have a yuge group of riders and we're going to have an absolute blast on this trip. arty

OaklandF4i said:

What language are you counting in? ThumperX AND Wayne

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Oops, I missed that. Though, the tally in the top of the post is 24 bikes. Is someone sharing a ride?