Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Amazingly informative tlog sirjee now that you have passed the itch to us please don't make us wait please!!😜
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Awesome bro, glued to this thread now...Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
The kilo meter ride !! Lovely and nice logs .. I know how important was this ride for you ..
Let's finish NE together !!
Note : you should start post processing classes for pictures ..
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Apart from being a very good t'log, this thread is very informative as well. Awesome!Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Pure inspiration, respect for your escapade.
Please continue to keep the log as detailed as possible as this would help newbies like us to use it like a ready reference guide. Take your time, this one deserves to be written at it's own pace. Xsuie is the way to go for this trip log.Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Thank YouOriginally posted by hhsplendor View Post
Thanks buddyOriginally posted by sambit View Post will try to keep it as informative as possible.
Thank YouOriginally posted by Viper1089 View PostAwesome Thread! Glued & *Taking notes*
Thanks. Glad it is of some help to you.Originally posted by Aniruddha Shinde View Post
Thanks RakshitOriginally posted by rakshit rana View Post that was a heavy complimet\nt to keep up.
If you are referring to the KA regd D390, it was running on front Ceat Vertigo 100/90-17 and rear Ceat Dhoom 3(Originally posted by yatishankar View Post
) 140/70 17(IIRC)
Thanks buddyOriginally posted by zawarester1 View Post will try to complete it soon.
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15 year old Itch, Scratched
Great set of pics and amazing write up so far . Glued for more buddy ..
Keep it flowingLeave a comment:
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Phanikar, whats the rear Tyre of the 390 that went along with u guys is it the stock Metz? or Something else?Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Glued to the thread.Keep it coming.Yours is an inspiration to me.Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Very Very helpful.. I am acually taking notes of toolkit and first aid list.. Thanks for sharing all this info. Please bring the rest soon..Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Awesome Thread! Glued & *Taking notes*
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
First thing is- Exceptional photography. Now some good packaging lessons to start with. Please keep going.
I feel, this thread is going to be our Bible/Geeta/Koran, due to the level of detailing involved... Do it slow and steady....Leave a comment:
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keep it coming , it just has started .. (y)
Long time I'm waiting for this log ..Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
P.S: Few things could be a repetetion or mentioned multiple times, with or without knowledge. Kindly bear with me.
THE PREPARATION
Preparation of the Machine :
1.First and foremost Removed the fairing on the Zma and plonking a crash guard(CBZ Extreme). One crash with the fairing, a good chunk of colored notes goes to the service station.
2.Switched over to Ceat Secura 2.75-18 up front and Ceat Vertigo 120/80-18 on the rear. As I Hadn’t tried this combo earlier, head to Kodachadri for a trial run. It passed with flying colors on bad roads Eventually it was a very satisfactory change for the terrain.
3.Got a waterproof Phone Charger fixer for charging the electronics on the Go.
4.A Rack to hold a small top case : Would not recommend the same to others . Why?? will let you know later.
Preparation of the Rider:
1.Quit having heavy meals. For the people who know me, know that this is a huge sacrifice
2.Started cycling and light cardio.
3.Took some time off to walk around.
Nothing Much in this aspect, Im a lazy person for all this
First Aid Kit essentials:
Table Courtesy : On the RoadCommon Name Medical Composition Use Gelusil Activated Dimethicone, Magnesium Hydroxide, Dried Aluminium Hyrdoxise Gel Acidity, Heartburn, Gas Pudin Hara Herbal compoisiton Stomach Ache, Indigestion Eldoper Loperamide Hydrochrolide Loose Motion (Weak Stools) Vicks Vaporub Cold, Cough, Blocked Nose Diamox Acetazolamide Acute Mountain Sickness (to help lungs adjust to low oxygen levels; has side effects that vary from person to person) Zetlog Ranitidine Hydrochrolide Stomach Ulcers and heartburn – to be had before food while on an antibiotic course Penicillin, Erythromycin, Amoxycillin or any antibiotic that works for you To prevent infection from spreading before you reach a hospital Domstal Domperidone Prevents vomiting. Especially handy for those who are prone to motion sickness either on land or on sea Crocin Paracetamol Fever, high body temperature Laridox Pyrimethamine and Suplhadoxine Anti-malarial tablet (double check this with your doctor and the country you are visiting as the mosquitoes there might be immune to this drug) New Probisa Probiotic Aids in improving digestion and in regenerating digestive enzymes Painkillers Aceclofenac or Diclofenac or Ibubrufen Reduces pain. Use in moderation Odomos Mosquito repellant spray N,N- Diethyl benzamide and Isopropyl alcohol Prevents mosquito and other insect bites Refresh Tears Carboxy-Methylcellulose Sodium Lubricant Eye drops to help in eye dryness and irritation Soframycin Skin Cream Framycetin Burns, Scalds, Wounds, Cuts, Ulcers, Boils, Impetigo, Furunculosis, Sycosis Barbae, Otitis Externa, Paronychia and secondary infections in Scabies and Lice Tiger Balm Herbal Muscular Aches, Pains and Sprains RingGuard Miconazole Nitrate, Neomycin Sulphate Ringworm and skin infections Betadine Providone Iodine Germicide Gargle to protect from throat infection Relispray Herbal products Joint pain, sprain, backache, muscle pain or bodyache Cough Syrup such as Benadryl/DUCOF, etc. (Check with your doctor for what works for you) Cough, Dry throat Candid Powder Clotrimazole Prevention or treatment of fungal infections such as ringworm, dhobie itch, athlete’s foot and infections resulting from excessive sweating Betadine Microbicidal solution Povidone – Iodine Solution To clean wounds Dettol/Savlon Antiseptic Liquid Chlorhexidine Gluconate, Strong Cetrimide To clean wounds Himalaya Lip Balm Herbal composition Prevents drying and chapping of lips Smyle Herbal composition Mouth Ulcers
Toolkit essentials:
1 Standard Took Kit 2 Adjustable Spanner 3 Collapsible Cutting and Nose pliers 4 Spare Fuses 5 Spare Spark Plugs 6 Clutch and Accelerator Cables 7 Corresponding sizes of Allen Keys for the Bike 8 WD40/ Zorrick 9 Insulation and Scotch Tape 10 Chain Lubes/Oil 11 Clutch and and Brake Levers 12 Valve Tubes 13 Chain Master Links 14 Insulated Electrical Wire of a Mtr Length 15 Spare Tubes 16 Major and Pilot Jets
Ride plan:
As mentioned earlier :
Planned
Executed.
The floods in Srinagar, the Chinese Invasion, Natural calamities etc changed the plans drastically.
Two places which became first point of reference for me(Would suggest this to others too):
1.Leh, Ladakh and Zanskar : the Ultimate guide Leh, Ladakh and Zanskar - The Ultimate Guide - Team-BHP Probably the best guide one can have at their disposal for this route.
2.Ladakh Travel guide : Ladakh Travel Guide | BCMTouring
Also inputs shared amongst few friends who had done this route and ever helpful Mr.H.V.Kumar.
A surpise in this process was a confirmation by Arnab to accompany the ride, for most part of it. So the ride plans changed a bit, and decided to start the ride from Chandigarh. Cheap Air tickets from Air Asia(Comparitively) and access to ship the bikes via Gati made things easier. Though I was quite hesitant to ship the bikes though Gati reading its reviews online, we made sure that we stay till the bikes are loaded on the trucks.
Transporting the bike:
One thing I hate doing be it GATI/AGARWAL/ TRAIN.
Few thing to make note when you are packing the bike:
1.Make sure you use Cling/Wrapping plastic on the bike before the usage or Corragated Sheets or Jute. It will be the first line of defense against paint damage.
2. Bubble sheet for some cushioning.
3. Corrugated sheets/Boxes spread out for protection from hard objects.
4. Jute or Cotton or Plastic sacks to cover it up.
5. A Final layer of Cling to complete things.
Most importantly: Personally be there for packing. Will share some pics shortly, where owners have neglected being there personally and how they have packed, in comparison to ours.
See the comparison in between the packing done by themselves and when the owner is around.
P.S: Im not saying this is the best way to possibly transport the bike. But most commonly used method in India, with a bit of caution.Leave a comment:
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Re: 15 year old Itch, Scratched
Originally posted by kevinlane View PostGreat Start to the thread! Hooked!
You have developed an itch in all of us for more on this. 
Thanks for linking Comprehensive Plans. The most I appreciated during whole saga is the co-operative Boss.Originally posted by eminemjohn View PostOriginally posted by prakashray412 View PostOriginally posted by pranav.k View PostAmazing pics.. Eagerly waiting for the complete story..Originally posted by bikerfas View PostAmazing Phani :-) I know how it feels as my plans of Ladakh still in dreams and living through the logs... the Spirit will be overwhelemd with satisfaction when i go through your log which is in-progress :-)
previleged to see some of your photos so bring the stuff and let the log roll on...Originally posted by Snehal Naik View PostThose pics are neat, especially the first one. Waiting for some moreOriginally posted by ramprasadkamineni View PostWas waiting for this log since long time...and now bring it on ..dont stopOriginally posted by maninderz View PostThank you all guys (& Sir)Originally posted by ridermax View PostPhani, you never cease to amaze us with your wandering and adventurous spirit! This surely is the icing on the cake of all cakes! Take a bow Phani, take a bow
Unfortunately have not been able to dedicate Quality time towards the blog, Will do It ASAP.
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