FrankoQ Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 Kel, Thanks for sharing some of the $$$ details of this epic trip. Thanks to you, I just added such trip to my "before I die" to-do list. you might have said it before but, did you go using local GPS, your own, or maps? and what would be the "essentials" to pack for such trip? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Kel Posted July 30, 2012 Author Member Contributer Share Posted July 30, 2012 Kel, Thanks for sharing some of the $$$ details of this epic trip. Thanks to you, I just added such trip to my "before I die" to-do list. you might have said it before but, did you go using local GPS, your own, or maps? and what would be the "essentials" to pack for such trip? Bryan rented a GPS from the place we got the bikes, it had the latest maps. I brought my own which had routes that I made using Garmin's Basecamp. My GPS did pork us a few times. A few times it would say to take a split in the highway that was incorrect and once it had the hotel address wrong. Mostly it was dead on, funny thing though, some of the switchbacks were so tight that it would say to "make a u-turn" or "take a right". As far as essentials, I was going some place warm so you just pack clothes accordingly. For extras, I brought some zip ties, duct tape, Leatherman multi-tool, straping with buckles, small hand towel, back pack, rubber bands, small med kit, chargers and cords for electronics, european outlet converter, pen/paper, sunscreen, etc, etc. I used most on that list 1 or more times. Hermann included a heavy lock, chain lube, and Fix-a-flat under the seat. Most places had WiFi so I brought a small 7" tablet to keep in touch, check weather etc. We actually booked our last hotel from the road. Oh, and I brought my NEP throttle lock, it was a trip saver and I almost forgot it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 What an awesome looking trip! I can't even imagine. Nice report! -Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer wrestler Posted July 30, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted July 30, 2012 Kel, Thanks for the wright-up. Pics are too cool for school. Talk about an epic ride!!!!! I would love to do same if I could find someone of my like riding ability to do it with me. As much as I liked crossing on the Queen Elizabeth, I would trade your trip for that any day. Good for you guys!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted July 30, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted July 30, 2012 Aaaahhh..... Grossglocker..... Aaaaaahhhhh....... Alps Aaaaaaah... Lake Garda!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Great write-up and pics!! I used to live in Austria, not too far from Lienz, (before I had a motorcycle license unfortunately) makes me miss the place! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EpiEric Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Wooow......great trip....great pics....great story..... That reminds me of something. I have a mission to accomplish.... I've tried three times in the last 15 years to visit the "GrossGlockner" with three different cars. Still...never been there....yet ! first time: care broke down (overheated and damaged the engine; after repairs no time or money left.....) second time: accident......car damaged (not me to blame....); third time: road closed for days because the bad weather (snow). Now I know.....I go there on mij VFR....I have to ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankoQ Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Kel, Thanks for the wright-up. Pics are too cool for school. Talk about an epic ride!!!!! I would love to do same if I could find someone of my like riding ability to do it with me. As much as I liked crossing on the Queen Elizabeth, I would trade your trip for that any day. Good for you guys!!!! Not sure if I qualify but I'm starting to plan for such a trip. wanna join? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer InvisibleCities Posted August 3, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted August 3, 2012 Great post! Looks like an amazing trip. Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjadoc Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 wow, awesome... i want that life Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metallican525 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Kel, Thanks for the wright-up. Pics are too cool for school. Talk about an epic ride!!!!! I would love to do same if I could find someone of my like riding ability to do it with me. As much as I liked crossing on the Queen Elizabeth, I would trade your trip for that any day. Good for you guys!!!! Not sure if I qualify but I'm starting to plan for such a trip. wanna join? Just make sure he keeps all his important documents, cell phone, and wallet on his person this time and not in the damn luggage will ya!!!!!!!!! Sorry Ed, couldn't help myself.............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dr.toto Posted August 3, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted August 3, 2012 Good post! Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer VF1000RS Posted August 4, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted August 4, 2012 Wow Kel! That is amazing! Nice pics too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vfrcapn Posted August 5, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted August 5, 2012 Wow, amazing pics and looks like an amazing trip. Definitely going to have to pencil that in on my bucket list! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB-Oz Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Thanks Kel, looks like an awesome trip, great roads, great food and great beer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted August 6, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted August 6, 2012 I feel the time is right for Kel to release the umbrella girl pictures no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metallican525 Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 Uuuhhhhhhhh, yes please!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Polarbear Posted August 7, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted August 7, 2012 Yes yes yyeeeeeeessssssssss!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boattail Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Fantastic trip and great photos and video! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer slo1 Posted February 8, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 8, 2014 Way cool, and great pics. Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterConnor Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Great pics mate :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer wrestler Posted February 12, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 12, 2014 Truly great pics. Thanks for sharing them with us. Makes me want to Jump the pond and saddle up.!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted February 12, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 12, 2014 Riding with the clouds !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dgordon Posted February 12, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 12, 2014 I am sincerely glad this thread popped on the main vfrd page. WOW, epic, other adjectives just don't do the pictures or the story justice. I am in awe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Switchblade Posted February 13, 2014 Member Contributer Share Posted February 13, 2014 Your welcome ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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