Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

Thanks for the info [MENTION=68537]Sunil Pradhan[/MENTION]. I am planning to start at 4 AM and Karad being 520 Kms odd from Hyderabad, taking 8 hours (I like taking breaks :-)), I should be there by 12 Noon too.

Will keep u posted on the ride on the day so you can either leave / wait up for me

Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

He is referring to the McD at Kalamboli, meeting and starting point for Mumbai riders.

So who all are starting on 18th from Mumbai? I know of

1. Parimal
2. Akshay - globe2ride
3. Sagar - k.sagar

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach




@sasikiran

Of ur taking the Solapur-Pandharpur route you could join us at Karad.

Karad is 680 kms from blore and considering an average speed of 60 for the group(being optimistic &#128518 and a start of 1 am, we could reach Karad in 11 hours. So we might reach there by 12 noon 😎.





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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

[MENTION=37424]shardul[/MENTION] which MCD you're talking about ?



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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

Thanks for the informative post. Any indicative idea when will you guys reach Chiplun? I can join you there on my way from AP

Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

You are right, we will take Khalapur - Pali - Mangaon route, [MENTION=42045]JayD[/MENTION] had sent across the route map and it is updated on the first page. Try to make it to McD a little earlier, we should start from McD around 8 and not later than 8:30.

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

Yes hotel abhishek is good.. We can meet up at 8.30 at mcd kalamboli.. BTW which route we planning? I guess Khopoli - Pali - mangaon route will be better option than the NH17..

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

Excuse me for posting it so late, here is the detailed post:

Nice to see so many enthusiasts making up for this ride.
Few things which should be made cleared before the start of one of th epic rides, which offcourse will be memorable and my be first timer as a group or representing xBhp.

Most Priority:
Everyone will be treated equally, irrespective of their association of with any group or forum or achievements or drawbacks. Please do not try to market/advertise any group unnecessarily that others might feel uncomfortable/cause rifts and may create problem. Lets enjoy the riding.

Riding Gears:
Helmets: Full face are a must. Cap type one are not accepted. If anyone going for it please change it, it is for your own safety.
Jackets( Armoured Jackets, else any thick jacket to protect your skin, Make sure you are comfortable riding with that even during afternoon and then so carry Elbow Guards too).
Riding Gloves: Proper riding gloves which covers all the fingers. Cycling/Snooker/Half gloves are a big No.
Riding Pants: Knee Guards, in case you are not using riding pants.
Shoes: If not a proper riding shoes, any leather shoes with ample amount of protection. As far as possible avoid sport shoes as the level of safety they offer is very minimal. Chappals/Sandals are strictly prohibited.
A good rain gear to protect you from rain.(Bangalore people you may see the change in weather from past 2 days).
If anybody wants to divert from the above said rules, Please stay at home or ride separately.

Necessary Documents
Valid Driving License.
PUC(Pollution Under control) or Emission certificate.
Proper registration documents for the bike.
Valid Insurance Papers.
Also carry one of the identity cards with proper photograph like Pan Card/VoterId Card/Passport.
All the above said Documents, In original and copies of it. Whenever you are riding in groups, its gets more attention from the RTO/Police, so they try their best to extract “information”. Let us not give it a chance.

Ride and Route plan:

Ride formations:
Since the group is bigger, they will be split into groups based on speeds that people are comfortable doing:
1. Fast group(110kmph+)
2.slow group (80-100kmph)
3.Unless anybody is willing to ride way below 70, then make it sure you will reach way later as expected to reach Velneshwar
However, the final decision of splitting the groups will be taken by the city/State lead depending on the Route/Terrain the individual groups would be preferring.

This is a request all of you to adhere to group riding ethics. If you thing you are above the rules of the rulebook, request you to ride alone rather causing nuisance for others. The group sweep and lead will be decided before the ride, based on the participation of group rides earlier on such long runs and also familiarity with the route.
Break points will be decided before hand to facilitate better re grouping and fuel breaks.

Kindly go through this for better understanding about group rides: Group Riding

The route that we will be taking is :
For Bangalore Team : http://tinyurl.com/bangtovelneshwar
Bangalore Guys meet at Nelamangala Toll gate sharp at 12:30am
Bangalore – Nelamangala - Chitradurga – Ranebennur – Gabbur, Hubli Bypass – Belgaum – Kolhapur – Karad - Chiplun

For Mumbai/Pune Team : http://goo.gl/maps/geQYU

Pune and Mumbai guys can at Imagica and ride further as one group unless Pune guys have planned a Different route. The the meeting point can be decided accordingly then.

For Gujarat Team :Guj spoc please post it soon

Plan is to reach Velneshwar within Daylight that too avoiding heat and dehydration, which is very much possible, even with the lowest capacity of bikes in the group, if ridden with discipline and minimum number of break. Taking ample amount of rest before the ride makes wonders. Group riding will definitely kill time, as against solo or small/well co-ordinated group of 2 or 3(depends on no of people participating). Also being summer season, riding in the sun is too exhaustive and time taking.

Note: Kindly all have your bikes in the best possible condition before the ride. Please don't leave anything to breakdown due to your own error. However under unforeseen circumstances, 2 people will be along with the rider to help him fix things and continue the journey. The rest of the group will continue as per schedule.

Meet Schedule(For all the teams):
Day 1 : Reach the hotel by evening
Day 2 : Ride to Bamangal near Hedavi Beach, Anjavel Light House, and the come and take bath in the sea beach beside the hotel.
In the mean time will have lunch and return back hotel. A small sessions on DIY/Tech Talk/Motorcycling Detailing would be planned.
Day3 : Start from Velneshwar early morning and reach Bangalore/Respective cities by evening. We will be taking the same route on the return journey as well.

Things to kept in mind while riding :
*First and foremost, focus need to be on riding.
*Always stay with the group and don’t leave the group.
*Respect the fellow bikers.
*Stunting/drag racing is NOT ACCEPTABLE. People who take such measures, will be asked to leave the group.
*Do not irritate the truck drivers by progressive honking, more so if it’s a long container body/wind mill accessories, It’s not easier for them to shift lanes, immediately on request. Be patient. The same applies for fast moving cars as well.
*Do not take chances with a localite/local passersby who whole kindheartedly love to have a drag race with you/Group. Let them pass.
*Stay Hydrated throughout the ride. A hour on the saddle is good enough to have you dehydrated. Avoid consumption of aerated(Like pepsi/Coke etc) and Energy drinks. Energy drinks can be effective only for few minutes, once the effectiveness of the drink deteriorates, you would be more tired than you were at the first place.
*If it starts raining on the four lanes roads, stay on the left side of the road.
*Judicial usage of Headlight and indicators for obvious reasons.
*Please have the riding etiquette and follow the hand signals too.
*Always have a lookout for the rider behind you on the RVM. If you don’t have an RVM, get a pair ASAP. If you don’t get one now, you will not get it in future as well.

Now coming to the basics of packing and touring with your luggage:

General touring Checklist:
Tool Kit essentials
1.A Standard tool kit that comes with the bike. If any tool is missing , then get it stocked. A Monkey spanner/Adjustable spanner would be a value addition.
2.If the standard kit doesn’t come with a reversible screw driver(star and flat) would be helpful.
3.Spare Fuses,Spark plugs,clutch and accelerator cables respective to your bike.
4.Collapsable cutting and Nose pliers/multi tool
5.Corresponding sizes of allen keys(usually 4 and 5 no)
6.A small can of WD-40/Zorrick Spray. These are water repellents and anti corrosion and lubrication spray.
7.Insulation and Scorch tape rolls.
8.Chain lubes/oil. Do not depend on a fellow rider to fetch it for you
9.Clutch and Brake cables. More importantly clutch ables.
10.Valve tubes for tyres.
11.Chain Master link.
12.Insulated electrical wire of a mtr length.
13.Puncture repair kit, with foot/hand pump.


All of you do carry an extra spare of keys of your bike.

Medical kit essentials:
1.Antiseptic like Dettol/Savlon.
2.Steralized Cotton Roll.
3.Gauze Bandages.
4.Plasters -5 Nos.
5.Anti – Allergens if you are allergic to certain environmental conditions like dust etc.
6.For people suffering from asthma, your inhalers and medicines should be on your priority list.
7.Electrol powder/glucose.

Medicines This list includes tablets, capsules and chewable tablets that can be consumed and external application products like skin creams, ointments and spray.




Note:
These are recommended medicals, kindly consult your physician for any allergies for self before consuming them.

General Touring Essentials:
1.Socks(preferably cotton)
2Inner liner made for summers.
3.Balaclava(preferably cotton)
4.Rain gear.
5.Towel (1 big, 1 small)
6.Clothes and Toiletries (personal Preference)
7.Polythene bags to segregate used and unused clothes. Also to collect the thrash of your journey to dispose it at a proper place.
8.Toilet paper( a Small roll)
9.Glass cleaners like Colin/Mr.Muscle(small bottle) along with a micro fibre/soft cotton cloth to wipe your Helmet visors when required.
10.Wet tissues.
11.Few Newspapers if you are touring in the rains. Dumping news papers into those wet shoes and left overnight can dry your shoes to a good extent.
12.Puncture repair kit and foot/electronic pump. Spare tubes in case of tube type tyres).
13.Have your contact details and emergency contacts on a visible area(inside of a saddle bag/tank bag)
14.Wrap your electronics in a ziplock cover to avoid moisture.
15. Do not over depend on Plastic money. Have sufficient cash in Hand.
16.Carry spare keys for the bikes/Saddle bags etc .
17. A knife of 4 inches(legal size to be carried while travelling) for cutting
A thing or two about packing/luggage fastening :
Touring involves luggage to be carried, a lot for many and a little for few.

Your touring Luggage may include:
Backpacks
Tank Bags
Saddle bags
Top cases etc etc


It is a very important aspect to have a look at safety of your luggage before you start a ride. Any loose ends/straps/bungee cords may prove fatal to the rider(and pillion , if present). Also it has to be kept in mind that the handling of the bike should not be compromised while loading the bike. Modern day saddle bags/tank bags and panniers/basket are very helpful in increasing the overall luggage carrying capacity on the respective bikes. At the same time , it eases the rider from carrying it on his back and also keeps them safe. Packing your luggage into inside those panniers/bags is a different art altogether.

Key aspects to be looked into while loading the saddle:
*Load should be equally distributed in case of saddle bags or side panniers for better handling.
*If using a top case make sure the cantilever is not so long that the case hangs out of the bike.
*If using a backpack for travel, tie it to the back of the bike using bungee chords. Carrying a backpack on you for a long time is stressful and not recommended. At the same time carry spare spare bungee chords , just in case the one in use snaps.
*Make sure that the top case and panniers are properly fastened/locked.
*Keep in mind the ability/Power of your vehicle to carry the laden luggage.
*It is recommended to carry luggage which have a good number of outer pockets, it provide easy access to stuff like Phone/Maps/Water bottle etc etc, so that you dont have to open the complete baggage to find the necessary stuff
*Make sure that your luggage doesn't come in contact with the rotating wheel/ Silencer at any instant. This is more common in bikes with mono-shocks or swept silencers
*Travelling light is always recommended.


MOTORCYCLE MANUFACTURERS TOLL FREE NO:
YAMAHA 1800-420-1600
HONDA 1800-103-3121
HERO MOTO CORP 1800-266-0018
BAJAJ AUTO LIMITED 1800-233-2453
TVS 1800-425-2077
ROYAL ENFIELD 1800-201-7472

Emergency Toll Free numbers:
POLICE 100
FIRE 101
AMBULANCE 102/108
EMERGENCY RELIEF CENTER ON NATIONAL HIGHWAYS 1033


In case of any queries, get in touch with your respective city leads
Bangalore: Saquib/Suvrajit
Mumbai:Jaydeep/Apratim
Pune: Prince
Gujarat: Sunny

Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

I am also leaving on 18th ,
Yes , hotel Abhishek ( the old one ) is best for non veg and sea food.

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

Thanks Shardul, so we all from GJ and Mumbai can meet at McD, Kalamboli around 7:30, and leave by 8. Try to reach Velneshwar latest by 3 considering lunch before reaching.

Good place for lunch: Hotel Abhishek at Chiplun, around 60 kms before Velneshwar

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

Nice point there, regarding GJ guys, let them give out their detailed plan so that we from Mumbai can decide accordingly and guys from Mumbai please update sheet with your starting date i.e. 18th or 19th.

I for one am leaving on 18th.

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

Sunny will be in Panvel on 17th and I'll start my ride on 17th evening from gujarat, so will reach Mumbai late night.

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

I agree.. Earlier the better, I'm just thinking it shouldn't be annoyingly early for the gj guys.. So let's fix a time considering their feasibility as well.. But yes, around 8-8:30 should be a good time to leave..

Last I checked from the sheet, there will be 2 from gj and 4 from Mumbai.. Total 6 riders from here..

Unless other mum guys are going to join on Friday as well..

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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

It will be take 6 to 7 hours to reach, possibly more due to a big group. Lets fix up a time keeping in mind what time we want to reach Velneshwar. Anyways we shouldn't be leaving any later then 8, should try to gather by 7:30 latest. Earlier the better..


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Re: ISG2G - MH-GJ-KTK-AP Chapter V.1 - 18th - 20th Apr 2014-Velneswar beach

I think we should start as soon as the gj guys can get there...
[MENTION=37424]shardul[/MENTION] by when can you reach the panvel meeting point?
[MENTION=55137]I_Live2Ride[/MENTION] it should be a 6-7 hour ride from panvel including stoppages? Or am I being too slow here?

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