A ride, TX thru CO into Tetons?

[Acacia]

I am beginning to think about a ride up from Houston, TX., to the Grand Tetons this early summer, then back down UT and AZ.

I would like to follow the Continental Divide where possible. Black top due to the R1150R. The ride would have to start sometime in June to be clear of snow. I like to camp too.

Suggestions and recomendations?

[Deans BMW]

Brian, I have taken that very ride several times, the first on a new Honda CB450, actually started in Kerrville. I'll be glad to give you some hints when I have a little more time.

[DarthRider]

The Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, etc. are a rockin' ride!
Do you know where that name comes from?

Dave

[1MPH]

After the Teton Sioux, or by a Frenchman meaning large teat.

[Acacia]

Dean,
I am going to hold you to that!

Darth,
Tell me more? As a transplated 'furner', I am still catching up on Native American history.

[arkline]

There are some fantastic AMA Ride Guides, perhaps one would give you a pretty good overview of the general areas you're interested in. I just recently bought the Ride Guide to America and it has a whole section dedicated to the Rockies.

AMA Ride Guide To America: Favorite Motorcycle Tours In The Usa (Paperback)
by Greg Harrison (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/index=books&field-author-exact=Greg%20Harrison&rank=-relevance%2C%2Bavailability%2C-daterank/104-0436866-9909530) (Editor)

This book: Great American Motorcycle Tours
by Gary McKechnie (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/index=books&field-author-exact=Gary%20McKechnie&rank=-relevance%2C%2Bavailability%2C-daterank/104-0436866-9909530)
also has a section on the Rockies. More northerly than southerly.

Dress warm at altitude....:)

[Acacia]

Thank you Ron!

[Deans BMW]

Brian, how much time are you planing for the ride?

Jackson Hole.
http://r1150r.smugmug.com/photos/14483468-M-1.jpg

http://r1150r.smugmug.com/photos/14415037-M.jpg

[DarthRider]

What does "Grand Tetons" mean?

City version:
"...After the Teton Sioux, or by a Frenchman meaning large teat..."

Country version:
"...Big Tits..."

When you see them you will understand!

Bob is a country boy...

Dave

[Acacia]

Dean,

I would probably be out about 1 1/2 to 2 weeks. 1st day I usually do about 900 -1000 miles to get out of the flat lands of TX. Thereafter as the days go and depending on what there is to be seen and done. I am anticipating about 4000 miles plus round trip. I like to see the natural and historical America.

Nice pics of your ride up there. Thank you!

Darth,
you mean I have to ride all that way to see a distant pair of what a Frenchman thinks are boobs? Must have had some bad wine that day! I dont have to leave this site to see a fair collection! Chilly up there - the trusty Gerbings will be a part of the kit, the 4season tent and good accessories.

Arkline,
Thanks for the book references.

[DarthRider]

Brian said:
"..Darth,
you mean I have to ride all that way to see a distant pair of what a Frenchman thinks are boobs?..."


No, not just a pair! There are a whole gaggle of 'em!
Well worth the trip...

Dave