OMD Travelogue | Day 21

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This might turn out to be the case or it might not. We never really know; just go on as best we can in the present moment.

And Rufio is no different.

We spent the day taking the bike apart without finding obvious oil starvation problems. Lots of smooth, shiny metal where we expected to find chew marks.

There could certainly be problems later on, but until that moment, we’ll just carry on as best we can.

Longevity and reliability the goal, maintenance the call of the day.

Valves adjusted, sprockets and chain replaced, valve cover bolt helicoiled, KACRectomy performed, rear bearing replaced, fresh brake pads installed. Rufio refreshed, skills gained, resume padded.

I’m a willing and dedicated grasshopper working diligently under the tutelage of my moto masters.

Bolt on, bolt off.

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