Cape York July 2012

[GregMember]

Just an update

We will be stopping at Frazer Island on the way home to have a quick look around for a future ride

TB

[GregMember]

Shit! Only 24 days before we leave, that has snuck up :ohmy:

Cant wait :woohoo:

TB

[alanMember]

your a busy little vegemite TB you get some rides in have fun

[GregMember]

white rocket wrote:

your a busy little vegemite TB you get some rides in have fun

Yeah cheers Rocket. Got some updated Track info tonight from my uncle up there, this has seen some major route changes for the better I must say :woohoo:

I have done a new route and converted it so it now fits on both my Garmin 62 and Zumo I have also added a new suprise for the guys

Bike is almost finished, new chain, wheel bearings, tyres, front pads, coolant, changed the accessory wiring pickups, fitted another 3Br from Adventure Moto, new swing arm chain slider, tie wired the grips etc

Needs an oil and filter change, all the air filters serviced, and the new suspension bearings fitted next weekend. Can’t wait for this trip :woohoo: :woohoo:

Are we there yet :laugh:

TB

[Nick JacksonMember]

F…. Yeah , this is coming round real quick , can’t wait !! :woohoo:

I’m ready to go !!!!

Nick

[Mark BuntingMember]

Well the countdown is on to the Cape and as it’s been pissing down here all day so I thought I’d work on my DR 6fiddy’s bike prep.

I’ve been wrongly :whistle: accused of being unprepared in the past so I would welcome your imput.

What has been serviced or replaced so far:

New wheel bearings front and rear
New Cushdrive bearing
Oil and filter change
Air filter
New Brake pads front and rear
New throttle cables
Clutch cable
Valves adjusted, carby cleaned and bearings checked. Thanks Rod at Mud n Tar

I still have to get new tyres and an Ultra heavy duty tube for the front. What tyres would you guys recommend???

What else do you reckon needs looking at ?The bike has only done 10,000 klms and is pretty good nick?

Kram

[GregMember]

Chain and sprockets good for another 5,000, and should be fine isn’t an answer up there at Cape York :blink:

You have history with chain and sprocket failures mid ride, a smaller ride I may add :whistle: :pinch:

TB

[GregMember]

Nick and I are carrying a rear tyre to Normaton to fit figuring that the two days hard off road running (1572kms) to Normaton will fairly eat up a rear tyre. We may carry it further to Musgrave or Bramwell stations depending. If we get any wet weather then we have fresher rubber to wrestle the big bitches in the mud with

TB

[GregMember]

kram140 wrote:

What tyres would you guys recommend???

Kram

Dunlop 606 rear, Michelin Baja rear, Dunlop 952 front (not legal but an awesome tyre) Dunlop 606 front, Dunlop Rally Raid 908 front ( expensive but the pick IMO due to better case etc) Michelin Desert Front, Michelin AC10 front

TB

[Mark BuntingMember]

Trailboss wrote:

Chain and sprockets good for another 5,000, and should be fine isn’t an answer up there at Cape York :blink:

You have history with chain and sprocket failures mid ride, a smaller ride I may add :whistle: :pinch:

TB

I left them off the list to see how long it would take you to remind me :laugh:

They will be done

Kram

[Mark BuntingMember]

Trailboss wrote:

Nick and I are carrying a rear tyre to Normaton to fit figuring that the two days hard off road running (1572kms) to Normaton will fairly eat up a rear tyre. We may carry it further to Musgrave or Bramwell stations depending. If we get any wet weather then we have fresher rubber to wrestle the big bitches in the mud with

TB

So are you starting out with a fresh rear as well?

[Nick JacksonMember]

kram140 wrote:

Trailboss wrote:

Nick and I are carrying a rear tyre to Normaton to fit figuring that the two days hard off road running (1572kms) to Normaton will fairly eat up a rear tyre. We may carry it further to Musgrave or Bramwell stations depending. If we get any wet weather then we have fresher rubber to wrestle the big bitches in the mud with

TB

So are you starting out with a fresh rear as well?

My rear has done no more than 500km but it’s a 606 , great tyre for traction in a tight spot but only has good grip for 2500km and wears quick after that. I know some guys can get 10,000 km out of them but I’ve used 4 now and never got more than 4000 until they’re rooted. Must be the power of the Ten !!!! Not

Therefore to make the most of this trip I’m going to take a second tyre

Sound like the mighty DR will be ready to roll mate !!! What you calling this one ???

Nick

[Mark BuntingMember]

So are you putting on another 606?

I used a 606 last ride and I think I’d be lucky to 4000 klms out if it. I’m a bit concerned about a 606 making the distance.

As for the name, I’m sure one will become apparent on the trip. Puffin Billy might be an option :laugh:

Kram

[Nick JacksonMember]

kram140 wrote:

So are you putting on another 606?

I used a 606 last ride and I think I’d be lucky to 4000 klms out if it. I’m a bit concerned about a 606 making the distance.

As for the name, I’m sure one will become apparent on the trip. Puffin Billy might be an option :laugh:

Kram

Yeah mate , going a 606 again with a second on the back , I know the tyre well and am very confident with it. Also they a fairly cheap considering the trip we are doing

Bring it on Puffing Billy !!!

Nick

[Brendon CarreMember]

I am really jealous You guys are going to have a ball!! One of my favorite places.

Here is a pic of plane wreck less the Male model. :ohmy:

Watch where you swim :dry:

Have a safe ride guys.

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