Topic: West coast heading north - coastline or mountains?

[Schnell]

Starting to think about the bike on a long trip. What's most likely to go wrong mechanically and electrically? Should I replace any components on this old bike as preventative maintainance before heading off? Thanks!

[70CB750]

I would do 3000 miles 2 weeks before I leave. 

Weather permits I would put on a lot of local miles.

Made sure all consumables are new and well set in - brake pads, chain and sprockets.

Make a list of SOHC4 members I can call on in an emergency.

I am Northern Virginia btw.

[Schnell]

Thank you prokop! I'll be passing near you along the SkyLine Dr. Do you ride that route often? Is there a better scenic north to south route? How about an alternative north to south route to the Blueridge Parkway, because I understand it has a 35mph speed limit and lots of enforcement.

Once the weather changes up here, I use my Honda as a daily commuter to work.