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TMBF Rally 2017 11/08/17 - 13/08/17

by Stu » Sat Oct 01, 2016 7:24 pm » in Biking events

The Motorbike Forum 2017 Rally

When: Friday 11th August 2017

Where: The Bull I'th' Thorn Inn, Ashbourne Road, Buxton SK17 9QQ,

What to expect:
Camping
Beer
Rideouts
A good bloody laugh
Fancy Dress for those who dare! (Saturday Night)

What to expect for the Newbies:
Friday afternoon/evening - arrive. Put up tent meet in bar for drinks and chat
Saturday Morning - Breakfast (arrange with venue)
Saturday afternoon - Rideout (routes to be decided) usually 1 or 2 groups go out. 1 group will...

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Guided Motorbike Tours through the Alps

by toad » Thu Dec 01, 2016 7:37 pm

Greetings fellow bikers!

First and foremost - this is an ad and I've checked it with Stu. So there... Still interested? Well then, read on :D

Are you looking to tour the Alps but are unsure how or where to start? Fancy doing something out of the ordinary or always wanted to be part of a superb motorbike tour with friendly people to ride by your side? Take a break, get out of the rot and jump into a new world full of extraordinary experiences!

We are and offer guided tours including optional...

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Fri Apr 21, 2017 9:46 pm
Biker meeting places and cafes

by Stu » Mon Nov 28, 2016 10:56 am

Please check out this map for a list of biker meeting places and cafes

Please let us know if there is any places you would like adding or any corrections

Thanks

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Last post by rennie
Sat Dec 10, 2016 6:24 am
5 days in the Languedoc.

by Gerontious » Thu Jun 22, 2017 11:12 pm

So.. after Rob Ms touring mate got clobbered in an accident I asked him back in April if he fancied a trip this summer... in addition to the one already planned for September to the Alps. and after a few weeks he came back to me with a YES. From the start the destination was weather dependent and with this recent heat wave it really looked promising to head across to Bavaria. but, as luck would have it the heat wave is coming to an end and rain from hell.. plus thunderstorms and all sorts are...

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Sun Jun 25, 2017 7:03 pm
Scotland no motorways

by fastbob » Wed Jun 21, 2017 6:02 pm
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I'm all set for my holiday in Scotland. My plan is to ride from Coventry to Fort William and beyond without using any motorways at all . I've got it fairly well sussed and I've been to Scotland many times before . Anyone got any ideas or suggestions especially the Ashbourne to Kendal stage ? I've nothing against Manchester but its very much in the way.
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Fri Jun 23, 2017 2:37 pm
Lancashire to Hamburg

by Oasis » Wed Jun 21, 2017 7:46 pm
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Hi TMBFers!
I've decided to ride over to Hamburg to see some family out there. Leaving mid July.
I finish work on the Friday at 18:00 and want to get there by Saturday evening, to meet my wife who is flying out. Returning Tuesday.

Now, the ferrys where always my preferred option. But for a couple of days away, it's too bloody expensive! £350 return from Hull or New Castle. Apart from Horwich, which is about £150. But the latest departure is 23:00 and I won't make it in time. Next departure...
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Thu Jun 22, 2017 8:44 pm
Northern Spain to northern France

by Lateralus » Mon Apr 10, 2017 10:45 pm
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Well, following a series of unexpected events, we've been invited to my wife's Uncle's place in France this summer, and it looks like I may well be going on the bike!

TL;DR:
1. Going to France; what do?
2. Interested?

I've read plenty of the general advice threads about France and touring, but being the precious and unique snowflake that this trip is, it deserves its own thread. :booty:

The destination is a little west of Limoges in south central France, about halfway between Calais and...
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Mon Jun 19, 2017 10:22 am
Week Ride to Switzerland or Spain

by ROBERTSF » Wed May 17, 2017 8:46 pm

Hey Guys,
I'm 19 and I'm looking to go away for a week in July on my Kawasaki ER-6F down to the North of Spain or in the Alps. I don't know any bikers yet near me and I was planning on waiting for some nice weather and throwing a hammock into the givi box and going. Anyone around the Yorkshire area fancy going? Or am I just mad. Would be a great week away!

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Tue Jun 13, 2017 4:27 pm
Morocco

by Mawsley » Mon Jun 05, 2017 12:54 pm

Anybody been?

After my failed bucket-list attempt to go to next year's Island, I got to thinking what else I could do. I know, I said to myself, Mawsley to Marrakesh on the XT.

Do I really need a large tank? Do I really need stronger fork springs? I'm kinda thinking it's all a bit overkill if you aren't doing the Paris-Dakar. But then I don't want to be the bike equivalent of Jade Goody running the London marathon after eating a curry.

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Mon Jun 05, 2017 3:51 pm
Kurviger - a motorcycle route planner

by kurviger » Sun Jul 24, 2016 10:42 am

Hi,

my name is Robin, a passionate motorcyclist from Germany. I hope it's ok to post something like this.

I am running a motorcycle route planner that creates routes that are fun to ride with a motorcycle (curves and preferably no cities ;)) and additionally a round trip feature. You only need to pass a starting point, an approximate distance, and optionally a direction and you will be presented with a nice route. With every click you will be presented a new route.

Currently, Kurviger is...

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Mon Jun 05, 2017 10:45 am
Normandy - any recommendations?

by Martyn850 » Fri May 26, 2017 9:08 pm

I have a week in July free, and am thinking of heading off to visit the Normandy beaches. Does anyone have any recommendations on places to stay in the area and way down?

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Tue May 30, 2017 9:11 pm
Wrinklies Chasing the Sun

by raesewell » Tue May 30, 2017 2:32 pm

I am leading a group of riders on a little tour. We start from Lowestoft on Monday 5th June taking a meandering route to Hinckley. On Tuesday we carry on to Llanelli.
Most of us will be staying at the Premier Inn Lowestoft on the Monday evening, it's another Premier Inn in Hinckley for the Tuesday night too. Llanelli sees us staying in a Travelodge. I normally draw my accommodation line just above Travelodge but made an exception in this case for a few reasons, a) it's fairly new b) it's across...

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Tue May 30, 2017 2:32 pm
Fuel bottles

by Cougar dave » Mon May 29, 2017 10:27 am

When going on tours do any of you take extra fuel bottle with you just in case you don't make it to next fuel stop? I have seen some for about 15 to 20 pound but was thinking could you use stainless steel water bottles as sold in b+m for just 3 ponds ,what do you think . :?:

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Mon May 29, 2017 2:20 pm
Tents and camping

by inspectormick » Sat May 27, 2017 12:45 pm

Any advice on what tent to buy and essential equipment.
What are these pop up tents like? anyone got one??
I don't want to be f**king about with tent pegs and guy ropes if I can help it, something that takes 2 mins max to put up and the same to pack away.

Cheers,
Mick

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Sun May 28, 2017 8:06 am
trip to Scotland

by fastbob » Sat May 27, 2017 11:59 am

Hi all,next month I'm going on a trip to the Scottish highlands. I'm travelling from Coventry to Glasgow initially and to make things more interesting I'm leaving the gsxr in the garage and taking my ER5. I want to avoid all motorways and take things at a relaxed pace . I'm thinking Buxton,Glossop,Kendal Gretna Glasgow via the A6 , B7076 and B7078 . Does anyone have experience of this route? Or can anyone suggest some better alternatives? I think my main concern is getting through or around...

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Sat May 27, 2017 8:03 pm
A road in France.

by Gerontious » Sat Apr 01, 2017 11:35 pm

Its funny how things turn up.

Ive been looking at a map of the Rhone Alps... This area of France.

and on on of my route maps came across this place.. marked, but I had never heard of it before.. sheltered life and that.

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Combe Laval...

So.. obviously i looked it up with the google machine and voila (as they say)

Its a 'Balcony road .. carved into the cliff side.. with in places a 40 metre drop. (1,200ft+) and all thats between you and the drop is a...

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Last post by raesewell
Tue May 16, 2017 1:04 pm
Popping my European cherry...

by Martyn850 » Mon May 01, 2017 1:22 pm

Leaving for my first trip to Europe in a couple of days. Only a short visit, with two nights in Arras then upto Ypres for another couple of nights. Slightly nervous but looking forward to it! Sat-nav programmed and gives just over 13hrs of riding time and 600+ miles. To be fair the longest part of the journey is down the the channel tunnel!! :D :D

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Thu May 04, 2017 12:03 pm
The Grossglockner and Nockalmstrasse

by Ali in Austria » Wed May 03, 2017 7:24 am

Heavy late snow delayed the opening of The Grossglockner from the scheduled 29.04.2017 but today it opens - unfortunately only for 4 wheels and a requirement to have snow chains.

Hopefully the next few mild days will open it up fully.

Nockalmstrasse is fully open from today though :D

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Wed May 03, 2017 7:24 am
Duffers in France 2017

by raesewell » Mon May 01, 2017 6:56 pm

This was our fist stop, Ypres (Ieper) The Old Tom Hotel

The journey from the tunnel to Ypres was pretty uneventful and in bright weather.
We parked six bikes in two car parking spaces at about 4.30 with free parking after 6.00 we took a chance and didn’t get a ticket.

Three of the Duffers, from left to right, John, Rae, Mike

A cameo shot on the train John, Rae and Lucian

Relaxing in the sun for a lunch stop, Rae, John, Glen, Lucian

A coffee at the terminal John, Rae, Lucian,...

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Tue May 02, 2017 3:20 pm
Ferry info

by Cougar dave » Sat Mar 11, 2017 12:14 am

Hi everyone I just booked ferry dover to Dunkirk in July one way £20 from (cheap4ferries.com) it will be my first tour . nothing else planned yet just follow the sun .just thought I would share this info with you if you need a cheap ferry. PS who's going where this year?

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Sat Mar 11, 2017 12:26 am
Riding towards Spring - Motorcycle Trip to France, Spain and Andorra

by Motorcycle-Vagabonds » Fri Feb 24, 2017 4:35 pm

Why to wait for the end of the winter if you can ride towards spring?
Here are some pictures of a motorcycle trip to France, Spain and Andorra in March / early April.
Much more photos and GPS-data for download here:

Cheers

Frank

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Last post by Motorcycle-Vagabonds
Fri Feb 24, 2017 4:35 pm
Vietnam

by Cpt_Tact » Sun Feb 05, 2017 11:18 am

Well a few friends actually feel like doing something that will have a lasting memory and after some travel buddies did 4 days just randomly riding around north Vietnam we are sold.

What I am asking is I can find loads of places that rent bikes and offer tours but has anyone actually done any or can recommend some companies over there as its just a complete minefield :(

We are looking around 10 days riding and not fussed if with another group. We would prefer more of a scenery tour rather...

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Tue Feb 14, 2017 4:05 pm
Beskid Mountain Range (CZ, SK, PL)

by Motorcycle-Vagabonds » Fri Feb 03, 2017 5:27 pm

Beskid Mountains - A Ride along the border mountain range of the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland.
More pictures, campground recommendations and GPS-data download at:

See you on the road!

Frank

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Fri Feb 03, 2017 5:27 pm
excess cargo

by Chrissb6 » Thu Jan 26, 2017 8:12 pm

Anyone going to the TT, an event or biking holiday that can't get all there gear on the bike here's a possible solution.

Rave reviews from folks who sent there camping gear direct to there camp sites and back for the IOM for the TT

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Mon Jan 30, 2017 1:45 pm
Touring tips

by Stu » Thu Dec 01, 2016 8:10 pm
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I am looking at putting together and list of touring hints and tips and also what you legally need to carry for each country

If anyone has any info they would like to pass on then feel free to post it up or PM me it

There is so many lists out there that are either well outdated or some of it is not true and I would like to try and have something for reference for members

All help appreciated :)
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Fri Jan 27, 2017 8:10 am
Wales - pictures + gps-data download

by Motorcycle-Vagabonds » Sun Jan 22, 2017 9:00 am

Hi TMBFs!

Here are a few shots of our Wales trip.
For more pictures + download of the gps-data:

See you on the road!

Frank

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Sun Jan 22, 2017 9:00 am
Anyone had Experience with Eagle Riders?

by Grumpy Old Git » Mon Sep 05, 2016 4:56 pm

Looking to book a road trip in the US of A and have been considering 'Eagle Riders' for Motorcycle hire (Harley's of course!).

First choice is too expensive (Chicago to LA on Route 66) - so, alternative is 5 days hire from Salt Lake City (I know the area and there are some great roads / scenery).

Anyone any experience with USA bike hire / Eagle Riders?

Tips?

Recommendations?

:cheers:

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Wed Jan 18, 2017 12:59 pm
Norway

by Chrissb6 » Mon Jan 16, 2017 10:50 am

Thank you UK boarder force.
Just had one of my plans that I've been wanting to do for years tipped up this morning.
The passage to Brevik Norway from Immingham is no more for passengers. Apparently it was stopped by the British boarder force last September Joy O Joy! Now it's at least another week to the holiday. So now if l wanted to go it's a ferry to Holland then ride up through Germany and Demark and another ferry to Norway. So that's now 2 ferries and 1092miles to do just to get to our...

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Mon Jan 16, 2017 11:36 am
The Morvan. Burgundy, France.

by Shorty » Thu Nov 10, 2016 1:14 pm

As next years tour is in the final stages of being organised.... and because its a 9 day camping trip. Im looking at various alternatives if my primary objective (Western Tyrol) is out of the question due to bad weather. Im not a fan of camping in the wet.. especially at altitude. Im not going to subject my friends to that level of purgatory.

so.. as an alternative to Austria/Italy. Im looking at France.. specifically the Auvergne as Plan B. getting there seems easy enough... especially if its...

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Fri Jan 13, 2017 7:23 pm
riding tips for france?

by mealexme » Wed Sep 19, 2012 7:30 am
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I have read tips for riding in france by normad but its slightly out of date, as now I believe you need to take breathalisers etc
I have so many questions, does anyone know of a website that can give indepth road laws/rules?

I have heard many new laws in france incl high viz, but do you need to adhere to them if you are just visiting the country?

What are the laws/rules? Basically I have only ever ridden in the UK and dont know much about other countries road laws or even road signs/road...
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Sat Dec 24, 2016 11:00 am
Touring Joly Old Europe!!

by rugby biker » Tue Jan 15, 2013 3:17 pm
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Hi Guys and dolls,

I am going touring to Europe land this summer (not date set) and was wondering if anyone is interested in joining me?
No specific direct or locations set yet, possibly France Italy Germany Belgium and then home to Blighty! or just follow our nose.

I have a BMW R1200GS, but anyone (male female or couples) are more then welcome. I am married and work as a psychologist and I am currently study for a PhD in positive psychology. I play and coach rugby (both badly) I enjoy...
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Thu Dec 22, 2016 6:57 pm
Gibraltar trip

by Dazvmax » Thu Dec 15, 2016 7:06 pm

Hello all I'm organising a motorbike trip to Gibraltar next sept 9th to 16th plan is to get the boat from Portsmouth to Santander then ride to Gibraltar with overnight stays on way, there are 4 of us going so far but a couple more would be nice if your interested I'm booking it in January let me know cheers

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Last post by Phil Young
Fri Dec 16, 2016 12:59 am
Hobo vs. fuel stove

by Motorcycle-Vagabonds » Tue Dec 13, 2016 3:12 pm

This topic is not really about motorcycles but it´s related to motorcycle touring.
Do you cook yourself if you camp on motorcycle tours?

Usually we travel with fuel stoves, but this year we used a Hobo stove on several tours.

This is my resume:

pro:
- packing size smaller then a fuel stove with bottle: 11,5 x 15 x 1 cm
- because of the chimney effect it burns even real wet wood
- you safe money – less than 1.5 GBP / 2 USD per week
- cooking is no longer a annoying duty for me. I...

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Tue Dec 13, 2016 6:24 pm
Northern France April 2017

by raesewell » Thu Dec 08, 2016 5:25 pm

For the third year in a row I am leading a small group to Northern France for a few days late April. There are 5/6 of us off to la belle France for some great roads and some French cuisine and beer. The last two years have been a great success and we have added a couple of riders to the group from the first year where there was four of us. I'll try my best to remember to take pictures and I'll do a ride report.

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Fri Dec 09, 2016 9:58 am
Europe Tour Luggage

by McLovin » Thu Dec 01, 2016 8:09 pm
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Hi guys,

I'm a new relatively new rider and forum member. I am planning a Europe trip early next year and I am wondering what advice people have on luggage security. I am planning on using Kriega tailbags for clothes, tools etc and a backpack for valuables.
My question is what do you all do when at service stations for filling up and having rest breaks etc... do you leave tailbags on the bike, taking valuables only and hope for the best or do you take all luggage with you?
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Last post by bonio
Sun Dec 04, 2016 5:26 pm
tools for informal campsites and wild camping

by Motorcycle-Vagabonds » Wed Nov 23, 2016 8:36 am

This seems to be a nice tool to find campsites for free. At least in North America there are plenty of them listed. For the rest of the world it´s terra incognita more or less.

Check out this one, too:
You have to flag informal campsites and wild camping
It has a much better global coverage than freecampsites

Cheers

Frank / Motorcycle Vagabonds

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Wed Nov 23, 2016 3:08 pm
Riding through China

by Phil Young » Wed Nov 09, 2016 10:27 am

Me and my girlfriend are planning to go to Thailand on the 125's but I'm struggling to find out why China is so difficult to ride through... Does anyone know what you have to do to ride a UK bike in and around China??

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Wed Nov 23, 2016 8:33 am
A little ride in India...

by Denise VR » Thu Sep 29, 2016 12:05 pm

Hey! I'm living in India and I thought I'd share this video my boyfriend and I have done of a previous trip in the Himalayan Piedmond (Uttarkhand region). A very remote area where no one has ever seen white people :p Great ride with our champion 350cc Royal Enfield who carried us out until the end!

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Tue Nov 22, 2016 3:57 pm
Germany - Black Forest Advice

by Son of Arthritis » Fri May 20, 2016 11:53 am
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Hi All,

Off to Germany next week to the Black Forest where my friends and I will be having a tour round the B500. Can anyone suggest any decent other bike roads with view points, cafe's etc?

I was hoping to do the B500 to Baden Baden then take in the L76b / L351 to Rottenburg then back through Freudenstadt.

Anyone done these roads?

Thanks, Kenny
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Tue Nov 22, 2016 2:14 pm
Euro road trip: twisties around Geneva? Mont Blanc?

by V1ncevrs » Sat Sep 03, 2016 4:28 pm

Hi guys,
I'm planning a road trip down through France and entering Switzerland through Geneva and stop for the night.

Any roads you guys ridden around Geneva area worth recommending?

My plan is to leave Geneva and head to Turin via Lausanne or Mont Blanc and then from Turin down into Monaco so any good road suggestions around those routes would be appreciated and also any points of interest and accommodation overnight would be great.

Thanks in advance
Vince

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Last post by toad
Tue Nov 22, 2016 2:08 pm
Santander to Barcelona

by Triple black » Wed Oct 12, 2016 2:30 pm

I'm planning a road trip around the coast of Spain,Portsmouth to Santander and west following the coast all the way round and ending up at Barcelona, has anyone done this route? If so what sort of mileage could I expect to clock up and how long would it take? Cheers.

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Last post by Phil Young
Wed Nov 09, 2016 10:25 am
MOROCCO TRIP

by edani » Fri Nov 04, 2016 10:33 pm

We are looking for travel friends for a tour in Morocco between the 29th of December 2016 and the 9th of January 2017.
The tour is thought for maxi-enduro and crossover and includes mixed routes: e.g. road, dirt roads, sandy. We will touch on historic cities like Fez and Marrakesh, charming villages like Chechaouene, Imlichil, Quarzazate, Zagora, and we will pass by the historic valleys of Todhra and Dades and by the areas of Djebel, Sarhro and Jabel Bani.
Please click here to see the overall...

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Mon Nov 07, 2016 12:32 pm
Scandinavia - 15 days, 7000 miles, 1 female rider

by Roxyy » Sun Sep 25, 2016 9:58 pm
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Few months ago I added a post about my trip to Pyrenees and Alps, like I said I was thinking about doing another trip, and.. I did it so I thought I would share it on here as well...

First I know I will probably get comments like why do I do such a big mileage in such a short time why do I not do less miles instead and stop in places longer and enjoy the places etc well I don't feel a need to stop long especially when I'm on my own, maybe it would be different if I was with someone,...
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Mon Oct 17, 2016 6:13 pm
Pyrenees and Alps - 9 days, 4350 miles, 1 bike, 1 (female) rider

by Roxyy » Thu Jun 30, 2016 11:54 pm
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Hello!

I'm not long back from my solo european trip to Pyrenees and Alps so I thought I'd share it on here...

In summary:
- route: Glasgow - Dover - Calais - Pyrenees - a little bit of Spain - south of France - Alps (French and Swiss) - got as far as Stelvio - from Switzerland back to Calais - Dover - Glasgow
- 4350 miles in total
- 1 bike (GSX650F restricted as I'm still on A2 licence!)
- 1 rider

At first I was planning of going about a month and half earlier. A night before the...
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Mon Oct 17, 2016 6:04 pm
Road by road route planning

by V1ncevrs » Sat Sep 24, 2016 2:26 pm
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So I'm arranging a road trip next year through France-Switzerland-Italy and I want to encorporate stelvio pass in it.

Does anyone know any apps or a good satnav unit that will let me put in a very specific route?
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Last post by bonio
Sun Oct 09, 2016 8:47 pm
Italian bloke rides to Kazakhstan...

by rob m » Sat Oct 01, 2016 3:21 pm

...on a BMW K1200S. This guy has clocked up some serious miles, already gone beyond 316,000 km. His other videos see him in Iceland, Libya, Syria and Turkey, among others. Inspiring.

The engine rebuild at 316,000 km:

8-) 8-)

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Last post by rob m
Sat Oct 01, 2016 3:21 pm
I wanna go touring!

by Benn » Sun Jun 09, 2013 2:28 pm
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Is there any way I could tour Europe without murdering my bike? It would be slow, but would it be possible? Or do I have no choice but to wait till I'm 19, or even 21? Would being slow cause big problems?

I hate being stuck on a 125. It's so restrictive. The government's so cruel. :evil:
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Last post by Mawsley
Fri Sep 16, 2016 1:23 pm
Paris to Innsbruck route suggestions please

by n0madic » Wed Aug 31, 2016 11:32 am

Hi all

First time here so wanted to say hi. I have a 2011 XJ6 and am making my way from London to Innsbruck.

I am currently in Paris. I will be leaving here tomorrow morning and intend to be in Innsbruck the following evening. So I will have a good two days worth of riding and wanted to make the most of the time on the road. So it would really helpful and awesome if anyone had any ideas and suggestions on some scenic routes. Also where on the way would be a cheap place to spend the night?...

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Wed Aug 31, 2016 2:38 pm
What to take

by Simon m » Sun Jul 31, 2016 9:22 pm

I'm thinking of once I have my cbt and a 125 buying and booking in the next week or so
I would like to do a bit of touring of the U.K. On it what would you say is the bare min to take for a 2 / 3 night tour thinking
2 man tent
Sleeping bag and roll mat
Single ring stove
can of gas
Boil in the bag food
Mess tin
Some clothes
Touch
Sat nav
Bottle of water
Phone + charger

Think that's it can you guys think of anything else I might be missing

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Last post by Simon m
Sat Aug 06, 2016 10:14 pm
125 touring

by Simon m » Sat Aug 06, 2016 3:22 pm

Has any one done it or does it what did you take and do you have any tips you could share please

I'm thinking on Oxford to lands end over 3 days

I'm thinking day one
Oxford to Plymouth Google says its 5:40 hours and so about 221 miles going with 4 challenge 100 spots

Day 2
Plymouth to lands end in the morning
Google says 1:50 and 66miles with 1 challenge 100

Day 2 late morning / afternoon

Lands end to Tiverton
3:15 and 125 miles 1 challange 100

Day 3
Tiverton to Oxford

3:42...

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Last post by Simon m
Sat Aug 06, 2016 7:48 pm
3/4 days away on the bike....

by onesea » Thu Jun 23, 2016 7:30 pm

Not a question I ever imagined asking but I would like suggestions for a few days away with my good lady on the bike (for her birthday weekend no less)...

We can be based Saturday (2nd July) morning for the start in:
Hampshire, Oxfordshire or the Wirral...

Restrictions we want to do 1 hour stops shes not that bike aclimatised yet, although she has done a 150 mile day. Then her first suggestion was Ireland!

My suggestion was the IOM.

I was going to start this just asking about biker...

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Sun Jul 31, 2016 8:24 pm

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