The Bike and Equipment
The Paperwork
The Extras
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Engine Type |
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC 90° V-twin |
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Engine Displacement |
996cm3 |
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Carburation |
PGM-FI electronic fuel injection |
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Max. Power Output |
69kW/7,500min-1 (95/1/EC) |
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Max. Torque |
98Nm/6,000min-1 (95/1/EC) |
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Ignition |
Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance |
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Starter |
Electric |
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Gearbox |
6-speed |
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Final Drive |
O-ring sealed chain |
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Dimensions and Weight |
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Length x Width x Height |
2,300 x 930 x 1,465mm |
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Wheelbase |
1,560mm |
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Seat Height |
838mm |
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Ground Clearance |
181mm |
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Fuel Capacity |
25litres (including 4-litre warning light reserve) |
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Dry Weight |
244.2kg |
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Wheels, Suspension and Brakes |
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Wheels Front |
Hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium, 19M/C x MT2.5 |
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Wheels Rear |
Hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium, 17M/C x MT4 |
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Tyres Front |
110/80-R19M/C (59H) |
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Tyres Rear |
150/70-R17M/C (69H) |
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Suspension Front |
43mm telescopic fork, 155mm axle travel |
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Suspension Rear |
Pro-Link damper with 40-step spring preload (and stepless rebound damping) adjustment, 145mm axle travel |
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Brakes Front |
ABS 296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston callipers and sintered metal pads |
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Brakes Rear |
ABS 256 x 5mm hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston calliper and sintered metal pads |
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Engine Type |
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC 90° V-twin |
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Engine Displacement |
996cm3 |
The Luxuries
Bike lock chain and disc lock - Chain Lube - Tool Roll
Puncture Repair kit - Torch - First Aid Kit - Spare Bulbs
3 x Bungees - 1 x WD40 - Roll of Tape - Spare Oil (2ltrs) - Spare water (1ltr)
All this equipment fits into one pannier with room still spare for two sets of water proofs and two bomber jackets
Autocom Intercom System
Garmin Zumo 500 Satellite Navigation system plus 2 Gb card to hold maps and media.
The following is a list of clothing taken for one person on a two week trip:
4 x T-shirts - 1 x Trousers - 1 x Jumper - 4 x Socks - 4 x Underwear - 1 x Shoes (Trainers) - 1 x Bomber Jacket - 1 x Baseball Cap - 1 x Shorts - 1 x Towel - 1 x Sunglasses - 1 x Towel
N.B. There is normally a pillion on our bikes when we ride so the above list will be twice the amount and all fits nicely into the top box.
On The Bike:
2 Piece leather race suit - Motorcycle Boots - Helmet - Motorbike Gloves - 1 x T-shirt - 1 x Socks - 1 x Bandana - 1 x Waterproofs (Stored in the Tools Panniers).
Book (you won't get time to read it!) - Spare gloves - Spare neck warmer - Video Camera (would be a shame not to get some action shots) - Video Camera Charger - Tapes (Video) - Knife/fork/spoon (good for a picnic) - Food bags - 2 x small plastic containers (keeping food fresh) - Hand wipes - Paracetamol or resolve (obvious reasons) - Notepad & pencil (supplied by Pathfinder)
N.B. All the items we have listed pack easily into a Tank bag, side pannier and a top box and still allows for one Side pannier to be empty (which we would utilise to even out the weight)
Remember you will want to bring souvenirs back with you so leave some space to store your trinkets and gifts
Driving License (Mandatory) - V5 Registration (Mandatory) - Passport (Mandatory) - Vehicle Insurance - Travel Insurance - Breakdown Cover - Medical insurance - EHIC Card (Health Card) - Ferry Details - Route Directions (paper) - Map - Telephone numbers for lost credit cards - Bike Warranty - Currency - List of bike dealers across Europe - Bike specifications
Information and links to various sites regarding essential paperwork
can be found by clicking here
Compass - Spare Keys (Do not store in locked luggage) - Mobile Phone - Phone Charger - Plug converter for Europe - Document holder for paperwork - Camera (Including charger or batteries) - Travel wash (clothes) -
Toiletries:
Hairbrush/Comb - Razor - Aftershave/Perfume - Deodorant - Toothbrush - Toothpaste - Shaving Gel - Shampoo - Shower Gel
For a handy check list for use prior to your holiday adventure please use the link below
