I've tried unsuccessfully to acquire a C14. At this time, I simply don't have the budget to acquire the bike.
It has always been a dream of mine to do an iron butt 1,000 mile ride. I have over 200,000 miles of experience riding, but the occasion never presented itself. About three months ago, I was diagnosed with a brain tumor and given 12 months to live. Treatment has been expensive, and I sold my last bike to be able to pay for the medicine that I need, because my health insurance does not even come close to covering my needs.
Before I go, I'd love to be able to do the iron butt ride that I've dreamed of. Buying a bike is financially out of the question. My balance is fine and looking at me, you'd never know that anything is wrong. I'm willing to pay for operating expenses and some modest rental fee, but I am wondering if anyone out there would let me borrow their Concours for this quest? I am living in Southern California, and being treated at UCLA hospital Jonsson Cancer Center, but I am willing to work with anyone willing to let me borrow their motorcycle on locations. There's an organization similar to make a wish that would likely be able to buy me a flight to wherever your bike is, and back home.
Thanks all, and god bless.