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Seems you have realised a cheap but great action...
am afraid most part of this budget is spent in the Turkey part.
can we have a cash flow if possible.
Thanks for the videos but prefer to see more beauties while you are talking!!!
(Don't keep all for yourself)
All the best from İstanbul.
Thanks for your comments Mehmet.
Cashflow will be released at the end, and can be found in the subscription part of my site.
Whenever I tried to catch me a beauty- they smelt Sniper & ran...especially the Greek ones...they were fast!
Cida on the border with the Ural and the suave French man Yves - she was hot...as Sniper recounted!
there are others also...but they are currently with the UK Police and I'm pleading innocent to all charges.
Lovin' it Rod!! Sucks about Sniper's money & docs. !! At lease it seems the British Consular folks were on the ball for you guys! Looking forward to the rest of the nine!!
The consulate were fantastic...my voice does not accurately convey the depression I was feeling at spending 10+ days in Bulgaria....it was a lovely country, but we needed to move...and Turkey was not on the cards anymore
Regarding the dos/passport & £££- I still cant believe it!
Sorry to see you had to exclude some countries...
Next time insallah, covering welcome drinks under galata bridge/İstanbul together..
Ep.6 is excellent..
All the best.
We had arranged with the Istanbul Bikers Club to receive, when we ordered Snipers head stock bearings..It was planned to get them fixed then. ( I sent a PM through here to you!...your reputation & hospitality is legendary!)
With the likely denial of entry into Turkey- it had bigger potential problems beyond not experiencing another fantastic country. I do plan to complete this destination & so will certainly meet with you to buy you a drink!
heres a copy of the PM- which you kindly responded to!
Hello Mehmet.
My friend and I are on our way through Europe and heading towards Istanbul (about a week out).
Anyway, we have a Honda CB 500 with a headrace steering bearing set on the way out. Do you know of anywhere we can get one or do you have an address where we can get one shipped to.
Can you recommend a mechanic who would by able to fit it .
For those not able to subscribe- here's yesterdays episode 06
If you would like to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/user/shiralee007 The Spine of GREECE,SOUTHERN ITALY & POMPEII- 3eyes,2bikes,&1passport-Ep6/9 - riding from Bari- we head west, claiming our EU rebate back (personally) by guzzling grapes along the way...The bike gremlins won't release their grip on "Sir Snip-a-lot" though-
for those subscribed- Ep 07 is due live shortly- you should get it in your inbox!
Ok- for those that have subscribed- Ive pulled my finger out tonight- there are 2 episodes ...one now (1800hrs) & one very shortly ( about 1900 hrs UK time)
EP 07 ITALY-MONTE CASINO,ROME,PISA,LAKE GARDA & THE FRENCH ALPS 7/9- can you guess what happens in the Alps with Snipero or the jiving beggar in Pisa- The Dury's out!- monte casino was delightful and sad in equal measures...get your history fix here!
EP08 The ALPS, FRANCE, PARIS -Ep8/9 - The split that launches Sniper into solo time travel adventure - without a passport, our hero gets into an extra country...achieving a personal best!....surely nothing can go wrong with my bike
Its time for episode 09- the last episode....after this its over...( I will be posting more vids, next one out in a week- once I have recovered!)...outtakes, responses and future plans..but you will have to subscribe if you want to see them or take up the challenge!...of course im here to reply & chat as before, but I cant keep posting vids here!- the mods may do me over!
Its been a pleasure to deliver these to you- I've really enjoyed replying back - thank you all from me & the man known as Sniper!- until the next time!
LYON,PARIS & YORK 3eyes,2bikes,&1passport-Ep9/9 - The combination of the French long weekend, where everything closes, forces a bodge to eclipse previous bodges & we limp to Paris. After getting sorted out properly, Sniper is in for a Champs-Elysees shock as he rides around the Arc de Triomphe & I get a video 1st!...
Out about 19.30hrs UK Thanks again!...your chance to comment is minutes away!
Hi,
You mention buying extra insurance for the Balkan countries. Who from and how much did it cost? I 'm thinking of riding your intended route my self.
Any info would be useful!
Cheers Dave
Hi,
You mention buying extra insurance for the Balkan countries. Who from and how much did it cost? I 'm thinking of riding your intended route my self.
Any info would be useful!
Cheers Dave
Dave- I am insured through Carol Nash & I contacted them prior to ....paying in UK beforehand...to minimise the hassle...I encouraged Le Snipero to do the same.(which he did)- I can't remember the price, but your insurance co should be able to advise.
Thanks for taking the time to make them/put them up
Whats the next trip?
My pleasure Wesley!- its the comments that make the editing seem worthwhile!
Ok- next trip...few strong ideas in my head- spurred on by some suggestions on my site www.Shaw2Shore.co.uk- where there is an anonymous survey- asking for ideas. fancy coming along?
(sign up & irl contact you when the decision has been firmed up a bit!)
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Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
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