Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

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Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

Great all the best. it will be in total of approx 2000kms. Which route have you decided?

Answer - Keep Original RC with you in your bag. Get color photocopy of your RC, make it 2 or 3 sets. When asked for the papers first show the photocopy of RC, Original Insurance (keep Insurance photocopy as well in your Bag) and PUC.
If the Bike is in your name then no NOC is required if you are riding it anywhere in India.

Answer - NO issues on number plate, just make sure the number is not any jazzy stylish type as then police will get an excuse of stopping you and taking money from your. Make it simple one, white plate with numbers written properly in Black.

Answer - No its our National Language, just be polite and speak nicely, it helps.

Answer ( to both 4th & 5th point) - Just try to be away from them, its better you avoid dealing with them. Now about Solo Riding Tips:
a) Plan your route properly as per the kms you will be able to ride in a day.
b) Since you said its your first long ride, plan a destination to reach before sunset.
c) Keep your motorcycle in top condition, don't wait to see the fuel tank empty. Once your fuel is 1/4th of the tank capacity and you spot a fuel tank - refuel it.
d) Carry water and some snacks, like chocolate or chips or biscuits.
e) If you going to ride in coming days, please be sure to know the fog conditions.
f) Wear warm and keep your mobile charged up. Carry power bank or get USB charger for motorcycle. Keep your near and dear ones updated.
g) Avoid any confrontation from the locals of the are you crossing by. Dont forget you are a stranger they are not. So keep yourself grounded.
h) Carry basic tools for the motorcycle - puncture repair kit (for tubeless), wrinch and spanner for opening the tyre if needed (tube type). Plugs, spare fuse, spare headlight bulb.
i) Do carry spare keys for the Bike and keep it safely.
f) Wear your riding gear, and wear warm.
g) Do not keep cash at one place, keep it spread over at different places.
h) If riding in fog, try some additional fog light and strober light. The more visible you are on road the safer you will be.
i) For first time riders, avoid riding in night.

Answer - Plan a place to stay as per the route you decide. You can then go to some hotel and check out. While selecting Hotels, make sure its not in an isolated place, you can try OYO room. They are good and safe and reasonable priced.


Answer - You will be riding so you should be the one who should decide the route as per your convenience. As per me the best route would be : Banglore - Vijaywada - Vishakapatnam - Bhubneshwar - Dhanbad. But rest depends on you.


Answer - what works better you should know it. So carry that.

Answer - Yes if you have a GPS then you can check google maps, or else with the break points per day carry the print outs.

Answer - Personal Question, subjected to your personal choice of convenience.

Answer - It will be cold, so take care and plan accordingly.

RIDE HARD RIDE SAFE !!

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

First thank you for your time for such a detailed reply.

[QUOTE=Shivanshu;1268623]Great all the best. it will be in total of approx 2000kms. Which route have you decided?

I too think that the coastal route will be a good option.


Answer - Keep Original RC with you in your bag. Get color photocopy of your RC, make it 2 or 3 sets. When asked for the papers first show the photocopy of RC, Original Insurance (keep Insurance photocopy as well in your Bag) and PUC.
If the Bike is in your name then no NOC is required if you are riding it anywhere in India.

What is PUC? Is it pollution certificate?


Answer - Yes if you have a GPS then you can check google maps, or else with the break points per day carry the print outs.

I'll have offline maps and printed maps, doesn't hurt to carry them.

All your replies were really helpful and was much appreciated. Thank you

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

[MENTION=41586]Divya Sharan[/MENTION] has done this route quite a few times i think. He will be able to give you good advice about the route.

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

Thanks for the tag @The Monk.
@xttony, this is doable via multiple routes. 3 days, chilled ride one way!
You can carry whatever equipment/money you want, provided it is not exposed! Carry a tank bag for camera, wallet and basic essentials (like wet wipes, biscuits, glucose sachets etc). Clothes and lots of water water must be put in proper saddlebags. I won't recommend wearing a back pack for 20 km, let alone 2000 km.

Now, pre-requisites:
1. All vehicle documents (RC, DL, PUC, Insurance) - no need to carry NOC for crossing any state borders.
2. Chain lube and essential spares (levers, cables, bulb, torch, basic tools)
3. Carry some extra cash (if possible). Spread it out like our dads do. Some cash in different places.
4. Preferable pre-book your place of stay. Don't race to the destination.
5. Lots of patience and a strong derriere. Do a couple of endurance rides in the meanwhile.
6. P.S - wear loose boxers underneath. No frenchies please!

My preferred route : Bangalore - Tirupati bypass via Srikalahasti - Nellore - Rajahmundry (day 1 halt) - Vizag/Anakapalle (take Vizag) - Srikakulam - Berhampur - Bhubaneshwar - Cuttack (Day 2 halt) - Bhadrak - Balasore - Jamshedpur - Purulia - Chandankyari - Dhanbad/Bokaro (destination on day 3).

You can also take the Asansol route from Kharagpur (via Bankura) on day 3, but beware of unruly drivers and riders.

Lastly, please read through my trips from a couple of years back. I have mentioned a bit about roads in various places in Andhra/Telangana and WB and they're still the same. So you'll be well informed and prepared in advance.

Links - http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/31658-home-run.html and http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/tourer/2...much-more.html

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

Thank you Mr. Divya, I am greatly inspired by your trip and it gave me the much needed enthusiasm.

I'll be keeping off Westbengal for the most part. Will be following the Jamshedpur-Purulia-Bokaro route as I have been on that multiple times before.

A few questions
1. Did you have any problem carrying the SJCam with the cops?
2. What is PUC? Is it emmision paper that you get from the petrol pumps?
3. Whare are you from, in Bokaro?

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

Answers in bold above
Apart from these get your bike checked up and inspect oil level, brakes, cables and inspect tires for any embedded objects and fix issues if any.
Carry basic spares such as clutch & accelerator cables, a piece of electrical wire (sometimes can help with blown fuses etc..), spare fuses, basic tool kit, puncture repair kit (and learn how to fix a tubeless puncture), tire inflator (electric one such as 'resqtech' Resqtech - Worlds largest manufacturer of PORTABLE CAR WASHERS or a foot operated one)
Carry some biscuits and dry fruits on you always.
Always keep ATLEAST 2 litres of water on you always. 1 litre inside bag for emergency and 1 outside which you will use and replenish. You could also keep the water mixed with a packet of ORS i.e. electral powder (i do this, helps beat dehydration)

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

Thank you for your reply. I really appreciate the help.

I have done the basic servicing and bought the necessary spare parts.

Now its just a matter of my exams to finish then I will be off.

P. S Your carry a recent petrol slip is something that I just wouldn't have thought on my own, thanks for that.

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

1. No such issues. Just ensure you don't use it near places of worship or banks etc. Casual vlogging is never questioned. it's only when people start getting too smart, do problems arise.
2. PUC = Pollution Under Control Certificate. Yes Emissions certificate.
3. Sector 4F

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

Thank you all for the advice and one last question

I have a Jharkhand driving license with Jharkhand address, now I am in Bangalore with a Karnataka registered vehicle, registered on my name with Karnataka address. So address on my Driving Licence and the address RC is different. So do I need any documentation for this?

Re: Prerequisite for a long tour

Thanks for this. I had been planning another trip and I found this very convincing. I also thank the
TS for the questions.