Transalp at 4700m
 

Hi,
when travelling in high altitudes, consider taking a Transalp. Mine (Model 93)climbed up to 4700m without any problems, and without any special preparation. Its a great and reliable touring bike anyways.
Werner

That's just what I'm going to do (in South America). Good to hear it copes well. Was your loaded up with kit?

Ollie

Greasy Sprocket

I wouldn't count on a speedy response from Werner, his post is nearly nine years old..!

The TA is a great bike, super reliable and much underrated. Mine happily cruises at 120kph or more, two up, with full luggage.

I was also going to travel South America on my TA but health reasons mean I need 4 wheels.

Go for it, you'll have a ball.

Thanks for the info. I guess I should look at posting dates when I post replies ;-)

Greasy Sprocket

Transalp at altitude
 

Has anyone fitted a carb kit for altitude issues on a Transalp?
If so, what kits do you recommend?

Ollie, I took mine up the KKH to about 5000m. Honestly, I have since had to adjust the carbs. I put in smaller main jets but I don't remember the new size offhand.

Essentially I found the bike to run perfectly until about 3000 and started to struggle after that. between 3 and 5k there was a noticeable increase in fuel consumption and decrease in power but nothing that should cause worry. Mine was a fully loaded 05 TA. About 300kg all in.