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woman solo trip = little bike?
Hi all.
Now this is a problem I have been mulling over for nigh on a year now and I cannot find peace of mind.
I am going RTW next year and although I am doing it with a male friend I know we will go our separate ways on more than one occassion, and I want to know that I can pick up and maneouvre the bike without any hassle when I am on my own in the back end of nowhere. Considering I am pretty weak and incredibly clumsy I have plumbed for a DR350 (at the moment).
Now, the guys that I have spoken to, say ditch the idea of a small bike and get a 650 - which will be better, sturdier and handle the panniers.
Obviously there is Lois who went for a small bike but I would like to hear about other women that have done solo trips on small cc bikes, and 650 plus. What problems have occurred, either way. You may say, dont worry about being able to pick it up - theres always someone around.
What have women found more important on their trips - speed and strength of bike, or the ability to maneouvre the bike? Or does all these pros and cons end up being academic at the end of the day: once you ride a bike for long enough you will always be in control.....
Look forward to your thoughts!
Cheers
Char
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