Bikes for two up?
OK - So my better half (wife) and I are planning a RTW trip. Same old question 'Which bike?'
We will be on the road about 4 years all together but don't have any fixed route so we could end up on any type of surface. As such we need a bike which can handle off road well, is solid, can handle two up with the gear (no strangers to living for weeks with only the aid of a pair of knickers and an elastic band so not a problem), light and will run on anything which will burn.
We have looked at the BMW1100GS but it is expencive which makes the Carnet even more expecive if a newish bike which I think we'll need. Its really heavey too. I'm no big guy (5ft 7ins tall). I'd be happier with a 650cc or there abouts. We need a bit of power but top end speed isn't important (we've got 4 years!)
So - 'Which bike and what modifications do you think may be needed for such a bike?'
No prizes for the best answer but loads of thanks. Safe travels
Chris & Liz
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