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Old 31 Oct 2007
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To all following this, latest plan and most likely is : We will set off on boxing day bikes on board van, practically none stop down to S/Spain. Rest up then hit road on bikes. It's a long shot but is there anyone doing similar around the same time or on that day?????? Were using the obvious route on toll roads etc and would appreciate company!!!! (Me Ian and Trav). Any GS or GSA riders from S/Spain headin Morroc newyearish get intouch also. Ta muchly Mez/Graham.
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We are going to sail @ 7 am from portsmouth 2 hr crossing on sat the 28th drive as you to spain (yet to find a place to store car/trailer)then ride the bms,there will be three of us, come back on the 12 th of jan
(Also may have space for 4th rider & bike )
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Hi there (I presume) Mark,
We havnt booked ferry yet(doing that Sunday morn) but intend to travel on boxing day from Pompi. May be able to help with storage for Your trailer etc but then it's not My contact in S/Spain!!!!! We are staying slightly longer in Morocco and want to catch NewYears Eve in Marrakesh then head back to catch the rally at the first Moroc stage.These are loose plans and flexability IS always on the agender so........ get back to Us.
PS; Any wise words from BM riders reading this about BMW Motorrad insurance and there policy of not issuing 'green cards' for Morocco(unless on a BMW organised trip) would be appreciated before I cancel My policy....!!!!
Graham.
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We also plan to have NewYears Eve in Marrakesh, but have not booked a hotel yet .Taking an old 1100gs (mine) & 2 1150 adventures so will ring my insurance to see about cover & recovery cover, it helps i am a mechanic
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could I call You briefly or You call Me 07956291844. Cheers Graham
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Yes, but i can't call mob from home my no is 01629 540713 or i will call you thursday when i am @ work
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We are going to sail @ 7 am from portsmouth 2 hr crossing on sat the 28th drive as you to spain (yet to find a place to store car/trailer)then ride the bms,there will be three of us, come back on the 12 th of jan
(Also may have space for 4th rider & bike )

hallo mark we living 19 dec 6.30 from dover 2 1/2 not three of us
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hallo mark we living 19 dec 6.30 from dover 2 1/2 not three of us
You mean 29th i hope the rest i can live with (you booked it )
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Graham This is the sailing (first time i have seen the ticket) i always went from portsmouth

As booked by my mate Romeo
Route: Dover to Calais
Departing: Sat 29 December 2007 at 0635
Arriving: Sat 29 December 2007 at 0905
Passenger: 3 Adults
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I will give you a ring as it looks like I'm on my own now, maybe it would be good to meet up and do some riding..

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Am heading to Morrocco via France & Spain about 3rd week in November.Anyone thinking the same?.
My bike BMW F650 GS Dakar.
Also would appreciate ahy information on ferries.

Cheers Paul
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it looks like I'm on my own now
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Have your plans changed? I was looking at doing another trip in March, but I could be tempted to go earlier if our plans are compatable.
I have sent you a private message with my email address and mobile number if you want a chat.
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KTM Mark

I will give you a ring as it looks like I'm on my own now, maybe it would be good to meet up and do some riding..

Ian
Hi ian i am not @ home so will not get your call ,we are up to 4 riders & bikes which is the most we can take on the trailer .Very sorry you have problems with your plans hope you get it sorted ,i will try & help if i can
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Mark,

Do you know roughly what your plans are when you get into Morocco? I guess that you will not make it to any off road pistes (mostly in the south of the country) before new year?

Are you going to watch any of the Dakar - if so where / for how many days?

Are you spending new year in Rabat?

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Do you know roughly what your plans are when you get into Morocco? I guess that you will not make it to any off road pistes (mostly in the south of the country) before new year?
# leave on the 29th & drive as far as we can in one go till spain (shifts)

Are you going to watch any of the Dakar - if so where / for how many days?
#Yes, when we see the route plans, not sure on how many days

Are you spending new year in Rabat?
# yes going to pre book
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