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Mini adventure

Discussion in 'Main Forum' started by SpiritofFreedom, Aug 10, 2012.

  1. SpiritofFreedom

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    Need some advise. Contemplating Brno MotoGP later this month. Has anyone been there that can give me some advise on the trip???
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 10, 2012
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  2. lammyR6

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    Not somewhere I've been although would love to. Looks like you may be giving us tips if you go :)
     
    lammyR6, Aug 11, 2012
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  3. SpiritofFreedom

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    The only thing that do worries me is my bike is over 18 years old and I've only had it for few weeks so not know too much about it just yet. But I think I will just have to get out there and do it, rather than think about it too much. It will be an adventure :)
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 13, 2012
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  4. lammyR6

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    I reckon you're right. Mine is off to have a very thorough service and check over this morning, by H M Racing, so that it's ready for my riding holiday in France. Apart from that got basic tools, a spare clutch and throttle cable and a puncture repair kit. Oh, and of course, duct tape and cable ties!!! Lol
     
    lammyR6, Aug 14, 2012
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  5. Sporty1200

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    Had a look at it online but soz cant help with this Alec. I dont know anyone who has been. So your heading into uncharted territory as far as were concerned which makes it a BiG Adventure in my book. :thumbsup:
     
    Sporty1200, Aug 14, 2012
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  6. lammyR6

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    Might be worth checking out horizons unlimited or visordown. Bound to be someone who has been there
     
    lammyR6, Aug 14, 2012
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  7. hoppielimp

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    Don't forget all that extra French bits n bobs u need whilst riding over there...not sure how picky they are on helmet reflective stickers...but you can bet they like targeting GB plates for all the other stuff...
     
    hoppielimp, Aug 14, 2012
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  8. lammyR6

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    Reflective stickers! Oh dear, better do some swatting up!
     
    lammyR6, Aug 14, 2012
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  9. SpiritofFreedom

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    Yeah I've heard you have to wear hiviz top & carry breathaliser kit??? Bravo Oscar Lima Lima Oscar X-ray is all am taking! ;) LoL
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 14, 2012
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  10. SpiritofFreedom

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    Cable ties??? Ask Deb about me & cable ties! Ermmm..... That sounds so wrong doesnt it? Pmsl!
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 14, 2012
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  11. BlackHornet

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    cable ties and duct tape is all thats ever needed :thumbsup:
    if the french police stop you these simples tools can be used to tie him up and stick him in his on boot before riding off, thus saving the hassel of carry all the other crap :thumbsup:
     
    BlackHornet, Aug 14, 2012
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  12. SpiritofFreedom

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    And so I made it to Brno MotoGP and back in 6 days on my £700 Ebay purchase!!!
    Had 2 breakdowns (bike that is, although I nearly did too LoL) 1st one 3 miles from Eurotunnel on day 1 and RAC fixed it. 2 nd one in Germany on 2nd day when a float needle in one of the carbs was jammed open causing petrol to p... out of overflow pipes. Fixed this one myself by stripping the bike and all the carbs on the hard shoulder of a very busy German motorway....that was hairy! LoL. Bike and I were fine after that.
    Had to use motorways mostly but did found some amazing roads and scenery near Aachen, Germany and near Brno itself . Also met some very interesting people along the way.:disco:
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 29, 2012
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  13. megawatt

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    Nice one SoF:)
     
    megawatt, Aug 29, 2012
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  14. lammyR6

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    Glad you made it despite the hiccups!! Good to know you're home safe :)
     
    lammyR6, Aug 29, 2012
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  15. SpiritofFreedom

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    Hey Leila, Does the layout of this part of Brno track ,reminds you of a track not too far away from home??? Even the elevations were similar ;)

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    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 30, 2012
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  16. lost

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    sounds like you had a great trip mate :thumbsup:
     
    lost, Aug 30, 2012
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  17. SpiritofFreedom

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    Yes I did thanks :cool:
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 30, 2012
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  18. SpiritofFreedom

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    Just shows you don't really needs the lastest & greatest to do this! I humbled a few on my journey. Then again I was humbled by a rider 2 up on an early 80s GS (I think) riding around the outside of me! LoL
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 30, 2012
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  19. SpiritofFreedom

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    Hahaha.... yes. Sometimes you can plan and make all the preps but things can still go wrong. The way I sees it, the breadowns added to the overall adventure :cool:
     
    SpiritofFreedom, Aug 31, 2012
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