Monthly Archives: June 2012

Notwithstanding the rather cool name, I think I kinda like the new Yamaha XT1200Z Super Ténéré Worldcrosser – what do you reckon?

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Well, with extremely limited time and the footage from only 1 of the 2 cameras this is alright for a quickie!

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No offence to any of my Gallic friends, but the French are at it again with their prescriptive motoring legislation. Now ALL motorists have to carry breathalysers – even if you’re just there for a day trip or passing through! And yes, that does include motorcyclists (although not mopeds). Think we may get away with it on this years trip though, it seems the law comes into place 1st of July but they don’t start enforcing it until 1st November. On top of that there will be, from January next year, a requirement for ALL bikers to wear a prescribed amount of Hi-Viz material at all times, and it seems we’re already supposed to have reflective stickers on the backs of our lids… I never knew that! Then again, saying that, is it such a bad idea? Discuss!

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Never let it be said that the Transpyrenduro Team does not take fuelling seriously. 2012’s expedition will be running on Rocket Fuel!

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Aren’t they hot? Aren’t they heavy? Aren’t they a bit overkill for the commute? Well yes… and no… as proved by this rather large and pointy stick knocked into my path this morning by an oncoming car and then flicked up as my front tyre just clipped it. There was a resounding metallic bang as the bashplate and engine guards did their job before said stick wedged itself between the rear brake pedal and the gearbox, clattering heavily off my foot as it went in, jamming the rear brake pedal and grinding off the road surface. Without the hefty boots, it might have been more of a sticky situation!

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