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Opening up the Motor
As I mentioned the XR isn’t so healthy. Aside from it’s bent axle, oil lines, and the dozen other worn out and broken parts, the motor is also toast. There’s no compression, so I got to tearing it down in a makeshift outdoor garage.
Relaxing in the Yucatan
Ten of my college friends were in town for the week. It was a great time, as it always is. Typical vacation resort type place. We explored a bit and checked out some cenotes (underwater caves), did some cliff jumping, and toured some of the Mayan ruins.
Mixing in the Hotels
I camp most of the time, and go to hostels other times. Occasionally it’s fun to splurge and clean up in a nice hotel.
Arriving in Playa del Carmen
I was trying to decide between sleeping for a few hours behind the gas station, or to keep on keeping on. It was cold, foggy, and late. In typical fashion, I kept going. And I am extremely glad I did. Every once in a great while I get to experience an incredible serene and transcendent … Continue reading

