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MOTO RAID I & II
2 Motorcycle Trips | 50 Years Apart

It's our pleasure to present author Keith Thye for an evening of slides and discussion about his experiences on each adventure while comparing the two trips with 'now and then' matching slides. Join us for an evening of great adventure! 
  • Thursday, November 6th at Ride West BMW
  • Doors open at 6:30pm - Event starts at 7pm
  • Tickets $10 (Space is limited to 80)
  • Quick Q&A / Book signing
Purchase tickets by calling (206) 527-5511
Ask for the Parts department.

In 1963 Keith Thye and friend Dave Yaden dropped out of college for a year and took an eight month, 25,000 mile motorcycle expedition from Portland, Oregon to Pucon, Chile. Their adventures and the conditions that they experienced were life changing. 50 years later the two decided to embark on what would be basically the same journey. But what was the same and what changed in that time? What lessons can be learned from doing the same journey at a very different time?
 
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We have a new look! Stop by and check it out for yourself! Plus... we have specials in every department!
 
PARTS & APPAREL
SALES
SERVICE
15% off in stock 
heated gear & 
heated accessories!
BMW Motorrad USA is providing personalized savings up to $1,500 on select new BMW motorcycles through November 30, 2014, making this one of the best times to buy!
G&C MODELS

20% off labor | 10% off parts
SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW
Planning on attending Seattle IMS? Stop by Ride West and pick up your $4 discount coupon! 
For more info and to purchase tickets, click here.
ON ANY SUNDAY, THE NEXT CHAPTER
On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter - Official Trailer
On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter - Official Trailer
When On Any Sunday premiered in 1971, it wasn't just any movie. Directed by Bruce Brown - who also helmed surfing classic The Endless Summer - this insider look at motorcycle racing reached a wide audience that was fascinated by the heartfelt stories of real-life riders, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Documentary Feature. Four decades later, On Any Sunday: The Next Chapter shows that the passion for riding motorcycles is as strong as ever.

 

Bruce's son, acclaimed filmmaker Dana Brown, directs this modern take on the original, capturing what it means to ride in the United States and globally. Shot in 4K Ultra HD, the action and emotion are breathtaking: phenomenal athletes, revolutionary innovators, Hollywood stars and even visionaries who use moto to save lives. On Any Sunday: The Next Chapter journeys deeper into the humanity and excitement of motorcycle culture across disciplines - the passion for the race, the love of family and friends, and the thrill of the ride.

 

Friday, November 7th at Regal Meridian 16. Purchase tickets here!

 

 

SOUND RIDER- 
ON ANY SUNDAY RELEASE LUNCH GATHERING (2:40 showing)

No host lunch starts at 12:30pm at TapHouse Grill (1506 6th Ave). Movie time is 2:40pm at the Regal Meridian 16. 
You MUST send an email over; SREditor@soundrider.com to RSVP your seat for lunch.

This will be a great time for all to commune, dine and celebrate the latest film from stellar filmmaker, Dana Brown!
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER EVENTS
11/6
11/7
11/21-23
11/27
THANKSGIVING (CLOSED)
11/28
BLACK FRIDAY SALE
12/6
PARTS & APPAREL SWAP MEET
SERVICE AND STORE HOURS
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9am to 6pm
Wednesday: 9am - 6pm
Thursday: 9am - 6pm
Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
SERVICE SPECIALS
NOVEMBER
G&C MODELS
20% off labor | 10% off parts
DECEMBER
F MODELS
20% off labor | 10% off parts
TECH TIP
The rain is here, and I'm sure the cold is soon to follow. Regular inspection of your brake pads, discs, and tires is critical for safe riding. With all the water on the roads, pads and discs tend to wear a bit quicker, so inspecting them more frequently is important over the wet months. If you're unclear on the process, give us a call to set up an appointment. 

Here is an example of pads and a disc that are worn well past their service limits. This can be a costly repair that is also avoidable.



Ben Semer | Service Manager
PARTS & APPAREL 
MONTH OF NOVEMBER
15% off in stock heated gear and heated accessories!
BLACK FRIDAY SALE
Friday, November 28th
Details coming soon. This one-day sale is something you don't want to miss! Stay tuned.
*SAVE THE DATE *

PARTS & APPAREL SWAP
Saturday, December 6th
Bring in your used parts, gear and accessories two weeks before the event and prepare to make some holiday cash! We accept check-ins until the 5th of December. Due to our busy day, we cannot accept items the day of the swap. 

If you would like to sell at this event, Ride West will charge a 20% consignment fee, but only for the items sold. If you prefer store credit, pay only a 10% consignment fee... which pays for advertising and overhead. For items that do not sell, you'll be able to pick them up a week after the swap. 

Stay tuned for more details.
SALES 
BEST TIME TO BUY! SAVE UP TO $1,500!

BMW Motorrad USA is providing personalized savings up to $1,500 on select new BMW motorcycles through November 30, 2014, making this one of the best times to buy!

*Cannot be combined with any Special Sales Programs (Military, Emergency Services, Ride Smart Reward, MSF RiderCoach, etc.).

Offer is restricted to new, unregistered model year 2014 BMW motorcycles (demo and auction units do not qualify) retailed through an authorized BMW dealership. Savings may be used for new BMW gear and accessories or as a purchase price reduction on a qualified BMW motorcycle. Ask your salesperson for details. Offer can be combined with other deals except as prohibited. Savings cannot be used towards tax, title, licensing or destination charges. Offer ends November 30, 2014.


HP4 is not eligible for any special sales programs. 

BMW Motorrad USA reserves the right to cancel the program as it deems necessary.

ELIGIBLE MODELS / SAVINGS
  • K 1600 GTL Exclusive / $1,250 Savings
  • K 1600 GTL / $1,500 Savings
  • K 1600 GT / $1,500 Savings
  • R 1200 RT / $800 Savings
  • F 800 GT* / $750 Savings
  • S 1000 RR / $750 Savings
  • R 1200 R / $750 Savings
  • F 800 GS Adv* / $750 Savings
  • F 800 GS* / $750 Savings
  • F 700 GS* / $600 Savings
  • G 650 GS* / $500 Savings
  • G 650 Sertão* / $500 Savings
  • C 650 GT* / $400 Savings
  • C 600 Sport* / $600 Savings
Call (206) 527-5511 for more details.
LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON... AND SO ON, AND SO FORTH...                                                                                           DAN PATZER

I entered my midlife crisis in style, riding within the sweet spot behind a tall Glaser fairing on "SUNRISE," my highly modified, Twin-Spark one-liter, five-speed 1974 BMW R75. "SUNRISE" was named for its scenic mural of the bike itself riding toward a sunrise.

 

This bike was a far cry from the Sears Interstate moped I pedaled during high school. Yes, it was the one with the handlebar-lever-actuated decompression valve, which released the engine compression while pedaling. 

 

My college years found me on a 150cc two-stroke Suzuki twin. You haven't enjoyed roadside repairs until you've had to add oil into the gas tank during refueling. Add too much oil and the spark plugs will foul. Add too little oil and the piston rings will fry. I always carried two sets of spark plugs, a set of piston rings and the tools for replacing the needed parts on the roadside. I learned the hard way the piston tops will melt away during sustained high-rpm running.  

Read more here.

NEW THRILLS FOR 2015

2015 BMW S 1000 RR.
The most advanced superbike ever created by BMW Motorrad will be roaring into dealerships early 2015. It's a complete re-imagining of the world-beating king of the superbikes. More power. Lighter weight. Enhanced performance.




2015 BMW R 1200 RS.
This perfectly balanced machine combines optimal wind and weather protection with powerful performance and control. Putting you in an unparalleled position to explore the road - and your own limits.





2015 BMW R 1200 R.
Our newest boxer roadster has just one mission: dominate the streets in style. Designed to blend comfort, precise handling and pure riding excitement into one head-turning machine.





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