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    Calcutta - Bangalore (4000kms)

    Hi guys my name is Gibran. I’m planning to do Calcutta - Bangalore & back on my R15.
    2 R15’s and 1 Karizma were suppose to do this ride but they are not serious enough. So I need suggestions regarding routes, road conditions, unsafe roads and stopovers.
    I’m planning to do it as fast as possible and enjoy it at the same time but won’t be doing any night riding.

    I got inspired by this ride http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/7...-1-2-days.html

    Q1. Currently I’m using Nokia n96 is it possible to get GPS software on my mobile not nokia maps something like mapmyindia (FREE) without the help of GPRS. If yes please email me the software at [email protected].
    I recently have been using and trying Google maps on my cell works gr8 sometimes but not up to the mark (with GPRS)

    Q2. Route is as follows

    Day 1 Kolkata – Bhubaneswar (455kms approx)
    Day 2 Bhubaneswar – Vizag (425kms approx)
    Day 3 will stay @Vizag
    Day 4 Vizag – Bangalore (1100kms approx) If possible otherwise will halt at Nellore

    See if anyone knows of cheap hotels at Bhubaneswar, Vizag, Nellore and Bangalore with safe parking.

    As far as I have planned will be taking this route .:NHAI:.Completed Stretches on Golden Quadrilateral up to Nellore - Nayudupita – then move to NH4 towards Bangalore (Please suggest)

    http://maps.google.co.in/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=104411399936552621602.00047442d7b6227c8b71a&ll=17.716885,83.341856&spn=0.060748,0.07699&z=14


    Q3. Things to be carried:
    Camera (not much of a photographer but will try)
    Clutch and accelerator cable
    Rear brake pad
    A big waterproof bag with bungee cord which can be wrapped around my rear seat (duck back)
    Small back pack
    Rain coat (duck back)
    Gloves
    Extra low beam bulb
    Engine oil (MOTUL 300v)
    Oil seals
    Soap strips
    Puncture repair kit (never used it before)
    Full-face helmet
    1 Vodaphone & Airtel connection
    Mobile and charger
    Riding Jacket
    Basic medicines (Apollo first aid kit)
    Spark Plug (Should I carry iridium plug)
    Flask (water)
    Chain lube (Motul)
    Tool kit (never had the chance to use it )
    Air pump
    Maps (should i carry maps)

    Is anything else needed??? Or even this is too much

    Q4. As I’ll be strapping the bag with bungee cord on the rear seat the bungee will rub against the rear panels resulting in marks or worse. What should I do regarding this


    Ps: I have been planning for two weeks now so whatever I researched I kept typing in Microsoft word hence the copy paste.
    I haven’t done anything like this before so every suggestion is important for me.

    Thanks a ton guys I really appreciate it
    Gibran aka bikemanic
    Last edited by bikemanic; 09-24-2009, 05:20 PM. Reason: will go to vizag via beach road

    Tags: bikemanic, gibran, kolkata, r15
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    • #3
      In answer to the GPS question, there is a good alternative that requires you to download Yahoo India Maps offline and store in the cell's card. See this post:
      Offline Maps on GPS Phones.

      In Bhubaneswar, you can hole up in any one of the hotels near the station. Praveen KM stayed at Hotel Bhubaneswar, coz it had got secured parking. For Vizag, opt for a sea facing hotel, else you won't be able to enjoy the panoramic view. Also, enter Vizag through the marine drive instead of the NH. That was the most refreshing part of mour ride after a day of dull roads.
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      • #4
        Try Hotel Meghalaya in Vizag. Rather than two GSM connections, try and get a Reliance CDMA connection. Works almost everywhere, though it shouldn't be a problem in your case since you are not leaving the main highways. Instead of soap strips carry waterless Hands Wash (the name is skipping my mind). A small bottle costs about 10 bucks and you don't need any water to clean your hands of bacteria etc.

        For bungee cords take some thick polythene and place it below where the bungee cord touches the bike's body.

        I am also not really sure about using GPS or maps in India when you just sticking to the main highways and there are hundreds of people to ask on the road. (The best method, I call them Bio GPSes ).

        Good luck with your trip.
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        • #5
          Originally posted by Sunny View Post
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          I am also not really sure about using GPS or maps in India when you just sticking to the main highways and there are hundreds of people to ask on the road. (The best method, I call them Bio GPSes ).

          Good luck with your trip.
          LOL good one Sunny bhai Bio GPSes mmm sounds interesting

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          • #6
            Originally posted by Sunny View Post
            I am also not really sure about using GPS or maps in India when you just sticking to the main highways and there are hundreds of people to ask on the road. (The best method, I call them Bio GPSes ).
            yes , thats the difference here and at other places (read west) but still its a "Nice to have" stuff.
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            • #7
              Originally posted by diffuser911 View Post
              In answer to the GPS question, there is a good alternative that requires you to download Yahoo India Maps offline and store in the cell's card. See this post:
              Offline Maps on GPS Phones.

              In Bhubaneswar, you can hole up in any one of the hotels near the station. Praveen KM stayed at Hotel Bhubaneswar, coz it had got secured parking. For Vizag, opt for a sea facing hotel, else you won't be able to enjoy the panoramic view. Also, enter Vizag through the marine drive instead of the NH. That was the most refreshing part of mour ride after a day of dull roads.
              when ever i'm trying to install the .jad file on my n96 it's saying "cumpulsory attributes missing"
              as for the Gmap maker i have done everything i needed

              @sunny well i dont mind the BIOgps but if i can have the facility then whats the harm by day way do u remember about the room tarrifs
              Last edited by bikemanic; 09-24-2009, 01:41 PM.

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              • #8
                ^^ Try running the .jar file directly. Or maybe use an older version. Worked for me. Once installed, you'll need to change access permissions for the app using application manager.
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                  Originally posted by diffuser911 View Post
                  ^^ Try running the .jar file directly. Or maybe use an older version. Worked for me. Once installed, you'll need to change access permissions for the app using application manager.
                  well yes the .jar file got installed now just coppying the "cache" in my cell lets see how this works. so will this use only GPS or GPRS at the same time ? do tell me where i can find a nice cheap hotel with safe parkin is bhubaneswar as low as possible i just need a room for a night halt.

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                  • #10
                    All the best for your journey

                    Originally posted by bikemanic View Post
                    Q1.[email protected].
                    I recently have been using and trying Google maps on my cell works gr8 sometimes but not up to the mark (with GPRS)

                    Hey Gibran, I have both Mapmyindia and Satguide softwares on my PDA but have never been able to learn how to use them? Well Satguide requires key but Mapmyindia is freeware and the version is
                    Application : v.32.92
                    Database: KA v.5.7.6 ADBP MAPMYINDIA 8.4
                    Map Display : v.3.1
                    Languages : v.28.c.

                    Please let me know if this helps you. I will send the files across to ur mail ID

                    Can do it in evening only bcos i am in office right now?
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                    • #11
                      @KA01EE5960 well u must be having the PDA version which sadly wont work on my N96 but thanks anyways.
                      even i have the free version but it is dependant on GPRS but i want something which can use the GPS as the primary option.

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by bikemanic View Post
                        well yes the .jar file got installed now just coppying the "cache" in my cell lets see how this works. so will this use only GPS or GPRS at the same time ? do tell me where i can find a nice cheap hotel with safe parkin is bhubaneswar as low as possible i just need a room for a night halt.
                        The software uses only GPS satellite data if you use it in offline mode with stored maps. Let me know the dates for the trip, I'll try finding a hotel for the period, or better still, you can hole up with me if my room partners are not around.
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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by diffuser911 View Post
                          The software uses only GPS satellite data if you use it in offline mode with stored maps. Let me know the dates for the trip, I'll try finding a hotel for the period, or better still, you can hole up with me if my room partners are not around.
                          i have installed it but right now cant use it as no GPS signal available will moveout 2morrow and try. I really appreciate ur gesture bro but wont bother you or ur room mates will put up in a hotel. i will be moving out most probably last week of october - 1st week of november
                          will post my contact number few days before i move out so that i can meet as many xbhpians as possible on the way

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                          • #14
                            Never a problem boss...Always ready to help a fellow biker. Praveen stayed too one night when he came around, so you are definitely welcome.

                            BTW, do you still own the gorgeous Comet shown in your profile pic?
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                            • #15
                              @diffuser911 well thanx will see how things turn out but whenever u get a chance do find out about the hotels with secure parking so i can get an idea on how much money is needed. But do meet up when i'm there will have dinner together . well i dont own the comet anymore sold it almost 2yrs back for 1.25lakhs to a friends uncle. Have to admit i do miss it specially the high speed cruising.

                              @all guys is there any way i can carry the route i have planned and edited (google maps) http://maps.google.co.in/maps/ms?hl=...8,0.07699&z=14
                              Last edited by bikemanic; 09-24-2009, 05:24 PM. Reason: will go to vizag via beach road

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