Did a quick search... I am in BJ this week and hoped to meet with some riders. I know there are some avid riders in BJ... don't know any in CD.

Short story, I live in Chengdu and have the cash in my account dedicated to buying something. Still a bit dubious about buying something locally, am pondering buying up here and riding back.

Would love to meet some riders. Last bike was a BMW K1200RS in the USA... Currently considering buying a Honda 900 dual-sport, naked CB1300 and a BMW GS (but I'm scared it will vanish on me). All those bikes come from GZ to CD, low miles, but a dubious heritage. You can pay up another 4-6000RMB for a "real" number plate, but I'm still wondering if I can buy from a BJ dealer and ship or ride it back. I hope to move to BJ one day so I'd like to be legal, if it's reasonably within my means.

Please let me know if there are any Beijing hangouts, scheduled hangs, or stray BMW riders who can be a resource. PM me for mobile number. Beers are on me.

Keith