If your going with DFDS you will need to strap your bike up yourself! Not sure about other ferry companies though... In Sweden you just get given ropes!
- Put it on the side stand and in first gear.
- Use 2 straps.
- 1 over the bike from the front to the back over the seat pulling it down onto the side stand.
- Use your gloves under the straps to prevent rubbing paintwork.
- Use the 2nd strap again either over the bike again or maybe round your crash bung / frame again pulling it onto the side stand.
- You will have either metal rope which runs along the floor or anchor points to attach the straps to.
- Some people on rough crossing's cable tie their break lever closed.
- Don't forget to put your alarm on ferry mode!
Have fun and don't worry about strapping up your bike... you will be sure to find other helpful bikers! I know that we did on our first ferry journey!
Beej.
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