Baja Trip Days 1 and 2

We are finally under way. At this particular moment, we are in Ensenada and the trip has been as eventful.  Events happen.   Oh by the way, Peter's bike is not the one pictured. His is blue. Nice bike, seems comfortable and he seems happy with it.

It took us most of Friday to get out of California and we only started in Woodland Hills. The whole day racked up a mere 215 miles and it wasn't until about 7:30 that we stopped for the night in Rosarito. (did I mention that my foot is nicely bruised after my bike fell on it?)

The first order of business (after getting a room) was to find a much needed cerveza. As luck would have it, the bar/night club “Papa's and Beer” was just a short walk across the street and down to the beach. After a couple of cerveza's, it was time for a little food (since we had only eaten a small breakfast much earlier in the day). A fish taco from a small vendor met the requirements. It was then time to explore our surroundings. Surprisingly, we soon found ourselves having a couple more beers! A couple beef tacos later, it was time to do some more exploring. This time, we happened to run into Mark.

Mark makes “Los Valientes” tequila and sponsors Baja racing vehicles. Well, this guy is a character and makes some pretty fine tequila to boot! We hit it off pretty well. Not only did we sample his taquila, but he decided we were good enough gringo's to try his extra special reserve anejo taquila! We ended up partying the rest of the night. Peter was smart enough to call it quits at about 1:30 AM and I followed him a couple hours later. Mark, it seems, wants to learn to brew beer and make something that compliments his taquila. He wants me to teach him. Who knows where that will go.....

The next morning we got a rather late start.... (who would have thought?) It's only about 50 miles to Ensenada from Rosarito. A very scenic ride. Upon entering town, we stopped for a couple of tacos each, for breakfast (noon).

I noticed brake fluid leaking from my front brake master cylinder when we stopped for gas. I bought a bottle of fluid to top off the reservoir and cleaned up signs of the leak. A few miles later the leak seemed to be worse. We asked if anyone knew of a BMW bike dealer around and were told that there was one back in Ensenada, so back we go. Oddly, the information was incorrect... We did find a motorcycle repair shop in town and they were able to take a look at it. After 2 hours of dismantling and reassembling, they verified that indeed, there is a leak. Of course, no parts are available, but the leak, at this point, seems to have subsided somewhat so I'll keep and eye on it. It was late enough by this time, that we got a room.

Dinner was a shrimp cocktail, some unique Ceasar's and a few beers. Tomorrow, early, we will hit the road and put on some real miles. No, really! (unless, of course, “events” happen.....)