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On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

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  • On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

    Hello Guys, I am Tapo.

    Me and my friend (ridding pillion) on RE Thunderbird 350, are travelling to Kolkata from Mumbai on 10th September 2015.

    I have been following xBhp since the time I was planning to get the RE (early 2013).
    Undoubtedly, its the bikers' wiki.


    We have been planning and exploring various options for our journey.
    We observed that this route is very less explored, also considering the means (motor cycle) we are using.

    I came across few good articles, though quite old,
    -- http://www.punitdubey.in/2011/02/rid...l#.VeNEbPmqqko (on motor cycle with group, while we are solo and a pillion and different route)
    -- http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/fo...road-trip.html (on car)
    -- http://www.seizetheworld.org/1200-mi...-to-kolkata-2/ (on bicycle)

    So, to sum it up, I did not come across as much information as I would like to have, compared to my other previous travel routes.
    I am assuming that this part of the country is comparatively less explored and I think it will be a good idea to grow a community and share as much data we gather during the trip.

    Yup, I am engineer. Data is what we feed on.

    Thus, I am looking for good ideas to start a thread where it could have maximum visibility.
    I want to know if I need to create this thread under any specific / multiple communities.
    Also, what tags needs to be associated with it for easy search.

    As we are travelling this distance for the first time, I would like to have some tips and discussion about itineraries and gears. Though I already have noted a few.
    We shall also be sharing our plans and trip pics on that thread.

    Thanks. Looking forward to your responses.

    PS: I am also maintaining a similar thread on India Mike so that we can have most of the information we might need.

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    Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

    Hi Tapo

    Welcome to xBhp

    You can post queries about route information here - Touring Queries: Route planning and itinerary

    Once you have completed your journey, you can share your photos, videos and experiences by creating a thread here - The Tourer
    Biking is not about what you have between your legs, its all about how well you use it!!!!!!!

    Give your details here if you want to help your fellow xBhpian stranded in your city

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    • #3
      Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

      Originally posted by The Monk View Post
      Hi Tapo

      Welcome to xBhp

      You can post queries about route information here - Touring Queries: Route planning and itinerary

      Once you have completed your journey, you can share your photos, videos and experiences by creating a thread here - The Tourer
      Thanks Monk. I shall update on my journey plans there.

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        Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

        Do post in the Kolkata G2G page if you plan to meet up with xbhp kolkata's members. All the best for you trip.

        Sent from my GT-N7100 using xBhp Connect mobile app

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          Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

          Best of luck to your journey! Will be waiting to hear your experiences.
          A bike on the road is worth two in the shed.

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            Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

            Originally posted by anarchy911 View Post
            Do post in the Kolkata G2G page if you plan to meet up with xbhp kolkata's members. All the best for you trip.

            Sent from my GT-N7100 using xBhp Connect mobile app
            Thanks anarchy. I will post the touring thread link to Kolkata G2G group as soon as my post gets approved by the mod!
            I am excited to meet you all.

            Just a forum rookie question:
            Generally how long it takes a new thread to get approved?

            And I know that the mods are doing a wonderful job here.
            Thank guys for maintaining such a great forum.
            Last edited by btapo; 09-02-2015, 01:11 AM. Reason: Grammar

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            • #7
              Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

              Originally posted by krishna77 View Post
              Best of luck to your journey! Will be waiting to hear your experiences.
              Thanks Krishna.

              We have created a thread http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/touring-...er-2015-a.html which just got approved.

              I request you to share and suggest ideas for our trip there.

              I shall share the link on Kolkata G2G group as suggested by anarchy.

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              • #8
                Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

                We the fellow riders from Kolkata are always there to welcome new riders to visit the City of Joy.
                Do share us the details of the trip and the route which you are going to follow upon entering our city. We might be able to modify the route according to your need and comfort if it is required.

                Thanks,
                Mir, kolkata
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                  Re: On Motor Cycle - From Mumbai to Kolkata (DOJ : 10th September 2015)

                  Originally posted by lucky4email View Post
                  We the fellow riders from Kolkata are always there to welcome new riders to visit the City of Joy.
                  Do share us the details of the trip and the route which you are going to follow upon entering our city. We might be able to modify the route according to your need and comfort if it is required.

                  Thanks,
                  Mir, kolkata
                  Hello Mir, we are short of time and won't be able to update details now as we are leaving early morning tomorrow.
                  Thanks for welcoming.

                  On our way, if we are able to get 3G internet (yes, we are carrying a laptop), we shall share our updates.

                  Check this post for our travel routes and more info. I have updated it just now.
                  Last edited by btapo; 09-09-2015, 11:28 PM. Reason: Update

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