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**nicky_cool_dude_2004** · 03-09-2010, 11:05 AM

Originally posted by Sarvajit View Post

Since the R15 is a liquid cooled bike, you don't have to worry about overheating etc.
Tech wise also its foolproof. There is a spare fuse under the seat, learn how to change that. Carry a tubeless tyre puncture repair kit. I guess that should be enough precaution.
While riding, don't get swayed by empty roads, stick to a speed which will leave you with enough reaction time in case someone/something suddenly jumps in, for eg.keep the speed upto 80kmph on 2 lane roads&100kmph on 4 lane roads. Controlled speed blasts are also fine, keep an eye out for bigger vehicles changing lanes etc.
Of course you already know the importance of riding gear. You must use a balaclava inside the helmet. Keep a scratchless visor ready. Do NOT use tinted visor for night riding. If not accustomed, better avoid night riding.
Make sure that you stop freqently enough so as to not let your body get dehydrated&also eat light meals. Relax&enjoy the ride!

Thank you for the tips. I will surely keep them in mind..

**chetanchandu2000** · 03-23-2010, 10:54 PM

Guys planning a ride in end of may or june starting....
i stay in bangalore...n any place around 500 to 600 kms is ok.. can u guys suggest me some places pls... i had a plan to ride to goa but this hot summer is pulling me back from tat plan..

**hsinava** · 03-25-2010, 05:37 AM

Planning a trip to Ganpatipule from Pune first week of April.. Does anybody know a decent route?

**rubber_stamp_champ** · 03-29-2010, 12:16 PM

how good is the idea of doing a leh trip commencing on May 1???

can someone jot down a check list???

@ mods

y not have a sticky separately for Leh???

**Nitin_traveller** · 03-29-2010, 12:23 PM

the best route for pune to ganpatipule is

Pune, Maharashtra, India to Ganpati Pule, Maharashtra, India - Google Maps

have lunch with solekadi at sangameshwar inn or something resturent.. just 5 KMs before sangameshwar with petrol pump there.. nice view and nice food..

feel free to contact me for any query..

**animeher** · 03-29-2010, 01:21 PM

Originally posted by rahul9985 View Post

Dont know if this is the correct thread or not but has anyone tried the Studds Mustang Touring Tank Bag? Confused between Cramster Turtle and Studds Mustang.

I am using my 3-4 year old Mustang tankbag quite regularly, and its complete VFM. Used it in hot sun, blazing rains, cold, you name it! It served good in my Rajasthan ride too. The map pocket on top is handy, and being expandable only adds up to its virtues.

I saw cramster tankbag too, but its cost is quite high. But I heard Studds is phasing out the tankbag, so better get you hands on it fast. Very much recommended.

Originally posted by zayn View Post

animeher has used it PM him and ask.

Thanks for remembering

**erbalaji** · 04-03-2010, 03:48 PM

Route for Kudal, Maharashtra

Dear Friends,
i am planning to take a ride to Kudal, maharashtra for my friend's marriage.
1) Mumbai - Kolhapur - Kankavli - Kudal (505 KM) by using NH4.
2) Mumbai-Panvel-Pen-mangaon-Poladpur-Khed-Chiplun-Rajapur-kudal (480 Km) by using NH17
can anyone tell me which is the best and safest way to reach kudal?

Thanks in advance..

**angelo_co** · 04-03-2010, 06:09 PM

Originally posted by erbalaji View Post

Dear Friends,

1) Mumbai - Kolhapur - Kankavli - Kudal (505 KM) by using NH4.

this route is mostly 4 lane, fast, safe and boring. you can also continue straight from kolhapur, go upto nipani and go to kudal via amboli ghat

Originally posted by erbalaji View Post

Dear Friends,

2) Mumbai-Panvel-Pen-mangaon-Poladpur-Khed-Chiplun-Rajapur-kudal (480 Km) by using NH17

this route is single lane, full of ghats after poladpur, a little slower than the first one, a little bit risky while overtaking, but much more fun if you ride carefully.

**tukuta** · 04-20-2010, 11:33 PM

hello guys

!!!

Planning to go to nainital this weekend.
this will be my first solo/first ride >+100km

so can you please advice me the better route to go there

and things specifically to remember for this tour.

i will be leaving delhi on 24 apr at 4:00 am

please also tell me some nice lodge or something(not costly

) where i can stay for the saturday night as i will be returning back to delhi on sunday afternoon.

thnx for ur valuable comments but please be fast.

it seems no one visit this thread anymore.
do i hav to make another thread for this ? or my question is not worth answering??

**ksatish** · 05-02-2010, 05:10 PM

I always face problem when riding in rain.. It use to be very difficult to open my eyes.. Droplets hit very had to my face and eyes..

**lenin** · 05-03-2010, 03:20 PM

hi guys, I plan to go long distance ride from kerala Pathnamthitta to tamilnadu Tanjore. If any one know about this roads condition. Please give some advice. Thanks.

**neil.jericho** · 05-03-2010, 04:12 PM

If you are in Mysore and have a flat, contact this guy Suresh 09845611126 and tell him where you are. He will come to you & fix the puncture. Hope it helps someone.

Originally posted by ksatish View Post

I always face problem when riding in rain.. It use to be very difficult to open my eyes.. Droplets hit very had to my face and eyes..

I am assuming you ride with the visor up. Get a new visor before the monsoon if it is too scratched.

**johnblr** · 05-18-2010, 07:35 PM

Planning my ride as per the schedule above. You suggestions / opinion are most important to me.

**strider** · 06-08-2010, 07:16 PM

I am planning a ride to Pune and Mumbai from Bangalore...
Need inputs on places to stay on NH-4 till Mumbai...
Stops:
1) Belgaum
2) Pune
3) Mumbai

PS:The place/hotel should have a clean room and safe parking...and not very expensive(max of 500 bucks a night)...

Any suggestions from people who tour on this stretch is welcome

**kiranps87** · 06-08-2010, 08:02 PM

Planning for a ride

Hi fellow xBhpians,

I am planning for a ride this weekend from Pune to Hubli-Dharwad (Karnataka), my home town.

I have my new r15 which has approximately run 950km. I'm gonna get it serviced tomorrow and have plans of riding it home.

Will that be a load on the bike? And regarding the documents as such, I have plan of 3-4 days stay at my place n then return back to pune. Is it just sufficient with the insurance and bike's registration papers or do i need to take any permit or as such for such a short inter-state travel?

Please advise. Thanks in advance.

Br,
Kiran

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