Evel Knievel Museum!

Knowing I had over 200 miles of I-70 to get under my tires before hitting my first stop, I rolled out of St. Louis at 07:00 this morning. Smooth going all the way through to Kansas City. I swung south to hit three dealerships, which turned into a ride ride through the countryside as I avoided the I-70 tollway. I still don't understand how states can make a federal interstate a toll road.

Anyway, I rolled into Topeka around 13:00. I stopped briefly at the State Capitol for a pic, then went to the Brown vs. Board of Education National Historical Park located in the Monroe School Building. Because they let me leave the bike right in front under the trees, I only grabbed my passport stamp and a couple of pamphlets.

Then I went to what I had been looking forward to...and it did not disappoint. The Evel Knievel Museum housed in Historic Harley-Davidson. Wow! So very well done with so many pieces of memorabilia and excellent chronological displays. Absolutely superb. There is even a 4D feature where you "jump" 13 or so police motorcycles in front of the Capitol. This is a must-see for everyone and anyone. I wish I could post more pictures for you. You'll just have to go there yourself.

Tearing myself away from the museum, I made my way to the nearest laundromat to wash pretty much all of my clothes before heading to the hotel to meet back up with Leann. I walked to a Red Robin restaurant and tried the Incredible Burger, which wasn't incredible, but it was good and stopped the rumbling in my tummy. Now, it's time for some shut-eye.

So long [for now], and thanks for all the fish! ✌️

Day 67 mileage: 343.7 (total 16896.2)
HD Dealerships: 4 (total 182)
National Parks: 1 (total 33 in 18 states)
10 Rides for 2022: 0 (total 4 of 10)
MCGTTX Stops: 0 (total 23 of 50)Read more