what boat are you working on, access for me was difficult but possible. I did drill the fridge in two spots just to make sure I got all around it, and it tunned out that I had reached all the areas without that. if you do drill the bottom of the fridge you will also need to seal the hole with (if its plastic, a two part epoxy) (if its fiberglass, a two part resin) so that moisture does not leak in to the spry foam. another option is to pull the fridge out, I looked at doing this but it was going to be extremely difficult. you will want to keep an eye on where the foam goes or expands to. (do a few test prays out side the boat to see how far it expands) start with the bottom and have a few holes so you know when the foam is filling the void (it will start to come though the holes as it dries} you can always spray more if needed, it can take a few days to fully finish drying and expanding. last note don't over do it, the spray foam can be a powerful force if trapped with no where to go. this made such an amazing difference to my refrigeration system, power usage, better regulated temperature, it was a great change.

@TRCAdventures thanks! It's a 1987 Bristol 40, I'm doing this in preparation for an icebox conversion. I actually have that same foam you used, I bought it to insulate other parts of the boat but ended up not using it because it was too messy for the areas I wanted to insulate, but seems it will get used after all.

@@theodorekr9701 excellent let me know how it comes out!

Thanks!

@@Caleb-mc4pm thanks for checking out the video!

Definitely a great bike, glad you are enjoying yours!

@county_bear9509 Great points on the latest iteration of the RT, each year, they become more like the K1600 and less like, what I feel the RT had become. There is something about the way the RT makes a connection with the rider that makes you love it more each ride, that's why, I think, you see so many miles on RTs and much less on the k1600s. To answer your questions, there are issues with the pre 09 bikes breaks, they use a electric pump to assist breaks, if the motor is off they don't work, problematic if you stall the bike or move it around when it's not started, also they fail and cost more than the value of the bike to fix. 09 this is fixed 09-2013 are the best bike at the best price, value for the money just can't be beat. Suspension was improved over the years, making the 2013 the best bike for the money. 2014 and the water boxer, you get more power you will only notice at full throttle. There are more reported problems with the newer bikes, but i have never run into any issues. The sift cam bikes even more power, but honestly that's not why we buy these bikes and the cost of service on these bikes is extremely high. If someone is after power you can't beat the k1600. I sold my newer RT to go out and buy a 2013 as I felt that was the best of the best for the RT. I did end up buying a honda F6B for a totally different experience. But that is another story!

@TRCAdventures thank you for the response. I'll look into the cam head generation, particularly the 2013. My FJR tries to do the sport and touring but just ends up being too stiff for fun. Figured I'd get a new hayabusa as a sport-sport-tourer and the r1200rt as a sport-tourer-tourer. As for the F6B I looked into those too although it's not really my thing, I'm only 20 though. They're still cool bikes and with and exhaust sound mean!

@@daledahlman9629 ahh thanks for checking that out, I need to get back out on that ride again! Love it

I never noticed this one this bike, but have had people complain about it on the F800GS, , again never bothered me on that bike either. But it definitely has more vibes than my goldwing. I think it's all about perspective, I also ride a 250 rally on the highway and that feels smooth to me. So it's a good note, and worth mentioning that the vibes on this bike could bother some people!

Thanks for checking out the video, 95k miles is quite respectable mileage!

@@daledahlman9629 always great to see good examples of these bikes, low mileage is great but hi miles means someone had a lot more fun!!!

Ahh thanks for checking out the video again!!! They are great bikes it's hard to argue with bikes that work so well!

@@raynic1173 it's a great Rd!

@@raynic1173 definitely!

@@raynic1173 that's great!

@TRCAdventures Deuce, I've heard the early model 1150 RTs had drive train issues. Do you have any info on that?

@raynic1173 the only issues I've heard about are for not lubing the drive shaft coupler or parts just getting old and needing replacement after 2 or 300,000 miles. But still far fewer than other bikes from the same time frame.

@@TRCAdventures I think the R1150RT is best looking bike of all the BMWs

I am searching for the order and can't seem to find it, I probably have it in a file at home, I'm out of state at the moment, if I find it I will send you a note!

It's a long Ride shield (LRS) 10" Love it! Just the right size so I get airflow but no buffeting!

Sweet! What an awesome bike! I was blown away with how fast it is! It did take be a bit to be comfortable on the highway with it, I just had to relax and it drives straight and true! Hope you two have a blast on new adventures!

Great bike great engine! Excellent choice for another 30k miles

Thanks!

@@heathenbiker my experience includes normal maintenance and adding electronic cruise control, which involves removal of fairing and gas tank.....felt as if I had completely disassembled the bike..... yikes! So replacing the air filter is a big job, for what on most bikes is a simple swap. It's not hard work just more than it should be! Adding cruise control is a complex and difficult job, it is worth an extra couple thousand to get a bike that has the OEM unit installed from the factory. I think the 2015 has that as an option.

I owned 7 Valkyrie motorcycles. Stock, Tourer, and Interstate. They are great bikes. I have owned 148 bikes of every make and kind over the last 55 years of riding. My daily rider for the last 11 years is a 2013 Honda F6B. I have put about 76,000 on it. It just does everything and does it well. 0-60 in about 3.4 seconds and will cruise comfortably all day long at 75mph and still gets over 40 mpg. I have short legs and a long torso so I made some modifications to mine. I got a Corbin seat which lowers me 1.5 inches in the seat for my short legs and put bar backs on the handlebars which raise them 2 inches and brings them back 1.5 inches so that I am not leaning forward because of my tall torso. I put a very good throttle lock on made by Brake a way which was way easier that installing an electric one. I also changed out the roller neck bearings for All Ballz tapered bearings. This totally eliminated the deceleration wobble and tire cupping that happens when you ride these bikes hard. Changing the air filter is not that hard. Pull it up on KZbin. It takes about 1.5 hours. I changed mine about every 30k miles and live on a dirt road and they were ready to be changed but not too bad. Changed my spark plugs at 54k and they looked brand new but I always run premium top tier gas. This is the best bike I have ever owned.

@@robertrickel9205 Thanks for that thoughtful and helpful reply!

@@TRCAdventures Thanks for that. I found a 2015 with CControl, heated grips, and heli-bars already installed. Corbin Saddle already. After what you and @robertrickel9205 said, I'm going to get it!

@@haasoc2716 they really are fantastic bikes! It can do it all! And quite fuel efficient as well!

That's great!!

I also wish commuting times would return to a particular time of day....now it seems 6-8 is early commute 8-10 is mid morning commute and 10-12 is late morning...then there's lunch commute and then it all starts over to get home....ugh

@@TRCAdventures and Saturday too.

It came with LED both low and high from the dealer when new

The fuel progamer adds fuel at each stage, this is needed with the air box and exhaust changes, the bike can use more fuel but it also has a bit more power so in some situations it will use more fuel and sometimes a bit less. On the CA BDR trip I got 75 mph off road and on the freeway depending on my speed I got 60 to 70mpg

@@TRCAdventures yeah you seemed a lot more satisfied with the power than most reviewers. Thanks

Yes fantastic bike! Seems to last forever (thankfully) keep it and keep riding!!

Definitely true I've always had aftermarket bars on mine! And other seat options are nice!

Definitely a more cost effective way to ride!

Well, it's quite a strong stand and very securely mounted, but I'm certainly not part of their engineering team so.... always at your own risk!

1+1=3 If you don't use a condom!

Ain't a joke. ❤​@@TRCAdventures

As a sport touring bike it's a nice addition as a sport bike it probably doesn't check the boxes of most enthusiasts, very nice bike to ride though

@m46rider they are a fantastic bike, I did put a larger ( by one tooth) counter shaft sprocket on mine. It made freeway riding rpm better and also even better fuel economy, that is already very good. Fantastic bike!

@@suzyamerica4679 congratulations on the new to you bike, sounds like your going to enjoy it!

@tsav6952 Thanks, I do feel lucky with so many great areas to ride!

@@MarCus-so4du ah yes that sound is addictive!!!

@@davidreynolds-jb7cu that's fantastic! Great bike!

Thanks, yeah I took a bit of a break from making videos, I'm trying to get back in to them again, I have a few great trips planned for the bike so I hope to get more content on the bike soon!

@@Alamuzik yeah, it's a dangerous road for sure. You end up at Marsh Creek Rd, which is nice, left to Walnut creek and right to Byron it's a good cut over to get across the hills! But can make you fill a bit lost at the conclusion towards walnut Creek/ Concord area

Thanks I'm working on some new things to try and get more of in to the videos

Ahh yes! It's fantastic, I feel lucky to have the area to ride!

Definitely well stated! I actually bought a newer water cooled RT, and though yesterday it was better, the difference was not substantial, in fact on most occasions I forgot I was on the new bike (they were the same color) I finally realized there was no need for the upgrade, and for 4 time the cost I should have stuck with the 09 I was on! They are great bikes!

Thanks! Just had to get something out, good or bad just had to do something.

@@TRCAdventures Definately understand that. Quality of production is secondary to quality of content - just do it! Good to hear you share your thoughts on moto stuff.

@pauloakes5718 Nice color

Definitely right about the clutch on the RT, but they do last a long time! The other maintenance is easy, if you are a do it yourself person, and parts are readily available around the world. The Norge is a good basic motor and they have kept electronics to a minimum so that is helpful for long term maintenance. Getting parts is a bit more difficult that BMW and dealer network is smaller. With all that said, if you want the bike to last without drama and put a million miles on it in the process, I need to recommend Honda and as you know Suzuki is a great brand too.

@@TRCAdventures Honda, si, una gran máquina, he tenido varias, pero, a las Honda les falta carácter, alma. La única que se acerca a lo que busco sería la Pan European 1.300 o la 1.100 Grandes motos también en cuanto a fiabilidad y durabilidad. Gracias por los consejos!

Maxxis 130 90 10

@@CalmApron-nl7lw feels like it too!!!

@volodymyrholubets1872 it is a saddlemen adventure seat, I love this seat, really helps me for those long days in the saddle, they do take a bit getting used to because of the void in the center, only down side for me is riding in snow or hail as that collects under your, lower parts, and can become quite cold. www.saddlemen.com/adventure-track-seat-2-pc-2up-r-series-bmw

@@richardrichard5409 that's great! They seem like a very solid bike!!

Thanks!

There are quite a few places to get them and you can also make the kit yourself. www.zumalights.com/headlight.html 49ccscoot.proboards.com/thread/8534/dual-headlight-system-modification Easy upgrade and much better light from the scooter!