xl350 build : part 2

Hello, it's been awhile since I sent anything so this is some of what happened. With the bike running okay I decided to get after the cracked and tattered body parts. The only thing that was not in need was the seat. The seatpan/rear fender was lengthened to fit the bike better, the tank stripped and straightened, trash heap front fender stripped and repaired, and some structure made for the seat. The seat was just kind of stuck on there in such a way that there was an unintentional spring ride effect that was destroying the fiberglass in a hurry. There was also no taillight or tag mount of any kind. The frame had been hastily hacked and the previous owner who did it definitely didn't have my plans in mind. Probably the same guy who cut off the kickstand so the cool muffler would fit. The paint spray is the only part I didn't personally handle and it was done by Rick Thurstenson- the dude in the pic. His work is fantastic! Anyhow, reassembly revealed all
sorts of little issues and things that took tons of time. I have been riding the bike on the street for a couple of weeks now and with a 39 tooth sprocket it can do 80-85 wide open. Hopefully that keeps it on pace with the rest of yas. Is there a reward for smallest engine? So if I can get my headlight issues handled in the next two weeks then I should be good to go. See ya soon!

Trevor

ozark mountain scramble daily maps

On May 29th we will meet at 2511 N 2nd Street Rogers, AR 72756 at 9 am SHARP to get acquainted and go over the day's ride. Plans are to hit the road by 9:45 and start our journey into the Ozarks. There is a gas station right next to the meet spot, so please fill up before we head out.

Speaking of filling up, there are quite a few gas station options from day to day, however there are a handful that only accept cash without any ATMs near. Be prepared.

If you have any questions or concerns shoot an email to hatchethairy@yahoo.com.

Day One


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Day Two


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Day Three


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ozark mountain scramble lodging and route map

These are the official hotels of the run. In order to get the group discount you need to mention you are booking with the Ozark Mountain Scramble. If you don't want to save a few bucks, ignore that bit of information. Wanna camp? Go for it. I'm sure there are places to do so, however it's up to you to get all of that sorted.

Day One:
May 29th
La Quinta Inn
111 East Harrell Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
479-967-2299

Your choice of the following:
$85 standard king bed
$90 queen double bed

Day Two:
May 30th
Quality Inn
1210 US 62/65 N
Harrison, AR 72601
870-741-7676

Your choice of the following:
$76.49 standard king bed
$76.49 queen double bed

I've also put together a new map for this years ride. These maps will be available for free when we meet on day one as well as some daily maps when I get them finished.