Carl Reese's Multiple World Record Motorcycle Rolls To Las Vegas Auction

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- If the name Carl Reese sounds familiar, it's because he has set multiple Guinness and Cannonball records. Categories range from everything from BMW motorcycles to Tesla electric vehicles. Reese is driven by the singular goal of raising awareness to worthy charities.

Enthusiast and collectors will be given the rare opportunity to own a piece of history at the Mecum Auction being held in Las Vegas, Nevada. Carl Reese has decided to let his multi-record holding, 2015 BMW K1600GT go to the highest bidder. Reese is generously donating 20% of the proceeds to the "Motorcycle Relief Project." This charity is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides relief to veterans and first responders with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and other injuries by taking them on structured and professionally led, multi-day motorcycle adventure tours.

Reese's BMW 1600GT motorcycle currently holds the standing world records for:

1. In August 2015, the motorbike was piloted by Reese and set the "Motorcycle Cannonball" record from Los Angeles to New York in a mere 38 hours 49 minutes. Besting the time of 42 hours held by George Egloff in 1983.

2. In February 2017, Reese once again rode the bike into the history books by breaking the official Guinness World Record for the "Greatest Distance In 24 Hours On A Motorcycle," completing a total of 2116.5 miles, with an average speed of 94 mph. The record was set at Continental Proving Grounds track in Uvalde, TX. Reese bested the distance held by Rusty Vaughn in 2011.

The Motorcycle: 2015 BMW K1600GT: 1,649 cc (100.6 cu in) straight-six transverse-mounted, six-speed, shaft drive, fuel capacity of 15.5 gallons. Orignally purchased from West Valley Cycle Sales the oldest BMW Motorrad Dealer in the United States.

Upgraded Equipment Included:

• Clearwater Lights (totaling 30,000 lumens light) w/CanOpener
• BST Carbon Fiber Rims from Brock's Performance
• EarthX Lithium Battery
• GPS Insight® Global Tracking System
• Lidar Cloaking
• Russell Daylong Seat
• ZTechnik® windshield
• AltRider Engine guards
• Modular 8 1/2 gallon auxiliary gas tank (custom rotational one off)
• Worldwide Ceramic bearings

The winning bidder will also recieve memorabilia: Guinness World Record, Letter of Authenticity, Certificate of Origin, Signed Photograph, Official Licensed BMW Motorrad T-Shirt w/the bike featured, portable 6' 6" vertical color trade-show banner.

Reese was quoted saying, "My desire is that ultimately the motorcycle will be displayed where others can enjoy it. I'm thinking BMW Motorrad, Barber Motorcycle Museum, Max BMW or Jay Leno will purchase it and display it. Whoever wins it will not only have a great bike with loads of extras, they will own a piece of motorcycle history. One thing is for sure; I will miss this bike."

About Carl Reese
Carl Reese is a 49-year-old endurance driver. Reese has set more transcontinental records than anyone since Edwin "Cannonball" Baker. Reese and his team have set nine world records, most notably the Solo Motorcycle "Cannonball" Record from Los Angeles to New York in 38 hours and 49 minutes. Reese was born in Mercer County, Pennsylvania and now resides in Pine Mountain Club, California. Reese is active on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EnduranceDriver.

About Motorcycle Relief Project
Motorcycle Relief Project (MRP) is a 501(c) 3 tax-exempt nonprofit organization that provides relief to veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder and other injuries by taking them on multi-day motorcycle adventure tours. Our mission is to honor and encourage veterans while providing them with opportunities to decompress, get unstuck and connect with other veterans. Donations can be made here: http://www.motorelief.org/donate

About Clearwater Lights
Clearwater Lights has been offering award-winning customer service, well-engineered products, and outstanding product support for over 25 years. Our products are manufactured in our Northern California facility and shipped all over the world. To learn more visit http://www.clearwaterlights.com.

About Autopilotbuddy.com
The creators of the orginal Autopilot buddy® nag reduction device that fits all Tesla® vehicles. We are the creators of the "#1776 cell phone holder™ that fits all Tesla vehicles. Hands down it is the best cell phone choice for a Tesla. We specialize in aftermarket devices for Model 3, Model S and Model X Tesla vehicles.
http://www.autopilotbuddy.com

About Firstgear-USA
Whether it's the open road or the road less traveled, no other experience provides the thrill and passion for living that riding does. It's a uniquely human experience. At Firstgear-USA, we create products that enhance the pure joy of riding. We keep you warm when it's cold, dry when it's wet and cool when it's hot. When all you feel is the thrill of the ride – we've done our job. To learn more visit http://www.firstgear-usa.com.

About GPS Insight
GPS Insight works with businesses that have fleets of vehicles and other mobile assets to solve unique business challenges through increased revenue, reduced costs, and reduced risk. Our GPS fleet tracking software combines real-time robust functionality with a simple, intuitive user-interface. Monitoring and dispatching your vehicles has never been so easy. GPS Insight provides a highly flexible solution, which includes a wide range of customized reports, alerts and other innovative features that can be tailored to meet specific customer requirements to ensure maximum return on investment. Contact GPS Insight by phone at 866-477-4321 or visit http://www.gpsinsight.com for more information.

About Brock's Performance
At Brock's Performance, we strive to lead in the innovation, research and development, manufacturing and distribution of performance components and associated information in the motorcycle industry. A distributor for BST Carbon Fiber Rims and other high-performance motorcycle products. http://www.BrocksPerformance.com/

About ZTechnik®
ZTechnik® is a brand created by National Cycle, Inc. that specializes in Touring/Sports Windscreens and other quality motorcycle accessories designed exclusively for BMW® Motorcycles. National Cycle is the world leader in windshield technology and has developed more innovations and holds more patents for the design and production of motorcycle windshields than any other company in the industry, and supplies original equipment components to motorcycle manufacturers around the globe. Many of these patents are used in popular windscreens such as the VStream®, Flyscreen®, SwitchBlade®, and Deflector ScreenTM. National Cycle approaches every product from the rider's perspective and measures the value of an accessory by how it increases the rider's confidence and enjoyment. To learn more visit http://www.nationalcycle.com.

About EarthX Lithium Battery
EarthX Lithium batteries are designed to be a replacement of a standard 12-volt lead-acid battery, but their nominal voltage is 13.3V, so it will spin your engine faster than you would ever believe possible at an 80% weight reduction! EarthX Lithium batteries will work with any vehicle charging system that regulates the voltage between 13.5V and 14.6V, which is standard in all modern vehicles from motorcycles to experimental aircraft. EarthX has exclusive features that include a microprocessor Battery Management System (BMS) that monitors the charge level of each cell and balances the charge when needed, protecting the cells from overcharge or over- discharge, short circuit protection and excessive cranking protection (heat). What this means for you is more starting power, longer battery life, and the safest lithium motorsport battery on the market. To learn more visit http://www.earthxbatteries.com.

About AltRider
AltRider is a Seattle-based company manufacturing 100% American-made accessories and gear for adventure touring motorcycles. We offer premium protection parts for the adventure bikes from BMW, Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Triumph, and Yamaha. We also offer waterproof adventure luggage through the AltRider Hemisphere soft luggage line. http://www.altrider.com

More About West Valley Cycle Sales
West Valley Cycle Sales is the Oldest BMW Motorrad Dealer in North America. Family owned since 1950. Located in Winnetka, CA
http://westvalleycycle.com

About Worldwide Bearings
Worldwide Bearings was created in 1994. We are the world's largest supplier of bearings for the power-sport industries. Motorcycle, ATV, Snowmobile, Go-Kart, and Watercraft. We specialize in high-performance applications as well as everyday rebuilds. No order is too large or too small for us to handle. We work closely with a few bearing factories and are happy to quote on special sizes made to order.
http://www.worldwidebearings.com

SOURCE Carl Reese