09 xb12ss 29500 mi. I'm going fl.to ak.(bucket list#7)w/tools,plugs,fuses,spare old belt,tire fix stuff.bike's tight,except rear head/rocker box gaskets,there's wet in there.read y'all crying bout sloppy welds n spatter,took a look an cool! I got me a hawk!! point is,it's gonna be a long ride,hot, cold,wet and really cold.how would y'all prep for this?think a buell will make it.my little bear's a good ride,she can growl if she has to, thanx up front!