I just left Oklahoma for a 3,000 plus mile "iron-butt" trip this December 26th at 5 am and the temp was in the mid teens. I basically chose the I-40 route out to Los Angeles and other than stopping for gas and a quick bite, it was my intent to go straight through. I did 300 miles in the panhandle area in freezing rain with a very staunch northern crosswind. I returned on January 2nd, leaving from San Diego and took the more southern route: I-8 to I-10 with a planned overnight stop in Las Cruces, NM, but from there on back to NE Oklahoma was ridden in extremely cold conditions where it got down to 1 degree F. I got home at 1;30 am and the temp was 10 F.
I learned A LOT, and would like to convey any tips or wisdom, however it's such an extremely long ride in such odd conditions, I question the value of a long detailed post? So, rather than try to do a long post, is there any specific questions or topics any of you would like me to share?
I did the ride on a 100% stock 2009. Yes, with the small stock windscreen, OEM seat, no cruise control, and non-heated grips.
It was kinda a bucket-list thing for me, I had a blast and would consider doing it again. There's so much I learned and so much to empart, I just thought it best to ask, or answer, specifically on any points anyone might be interested in. Cheers, -Curt