Cape York July 2012

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  • #218495

    Greg
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    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

    #218216

    Greg
    Member

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

    Cant wait :woohoo:

    TB

    #223239

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

    #223241

    Greg
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    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 :P

    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

    #223730

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

    I’m ready to go !!!!

    Nick

    #223734

    Mark Bunting
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    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 B)

    #223900

    Greg
    Member

    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

    #223901

    Greg
    Member

    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 :P

    TB

    #223902

    Greg
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    kram140 wrote:
    What tyres would you guys recommend???

    Kram B)

    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

    #223906

    Mark Bunting
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    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 B)

    #223907

    Mark Bunting
    Member
    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 :P

    TB

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

    #223910

    Nick Jackson
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    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 :P

    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 :P

    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

    #223917

    Mark Bunting
    Member

    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 B)

    #223932

    Nick Jackson
    Member
    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 B)

    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 !!! :D

    Nick

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    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:

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    Watch where you swim :dry:
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    Have a safe ride guys.

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