Hi All,
I have a XT600E, 2002 model, 4000miles on the clock. Besides a few cosmetic additions (barkbusters, center stand, power cable, rear rack....etc....), she is standard and in good condition.

Ill be riding later this year from UK to South Africa, usual west coast milage, possibly a few detours but no extreme zig-zagging and stitching up the continent.

I will be giving the bike a "minor" service before hand, riding to Morocco on my existing tyres, before changing to Heidenau K60's.

The question is......what spares and tools needs to be packed based on milage, route and bike setup ?

A complete list would be GREATLY appreciated !!!!! - including the number of items required (ie: how many air fliters, now many liters of engine oil (or sourced on route etc), additional tyres, are additional brake and clutch levers required with barkbusters ?, clutch cables, grease, spanners and sizes (I have been marking all the spanner sizes Ive used, but havent taken the engine apart), inner tubes, how many puncture repair kits, chain, sprocket, chain lube, WD40, duck tape, wire, nuts and bolts.......and on and on and on......)....and a caravan of camels to carry it all !

What should I replace before heading out ? - should it be a major rather than minor service before I head ?

This is a big ask, but thanks for all replies !

Bike fully serviced and ready to go!
Luggage System (panniers/topbox or soft luggage) ?
Satnav or maps which one do I choose?
Bike lock
Centre stand - should I fit one thinking is how to repair punctures on the road?
Campsite guide/B&B info ?
Camera and spare batteries
Mobile phone and charger
Bike spares consisting of:
Front and rear inner tube
Puncture repair kit
Throttle cable ?
Clutch cable ?
Engine oil ?
Chain lube
Fuses - assorted ?
Bulbs (head lamp, indicators, side lights) ?
Spark plug
Cable ties
GT85/WD40 - small
Insulation tape
Rag
Latex gloves x 3 pairs
Grease - small tube
Tools for all repairs consisting of:
Tools to remove front and rear wheels
Assorted tools
Spark plug spanner
Tyre pump (manual/12 volt or Co2 system) ?
Tyre levers
Legal travel documents consisting of:
Passport
Driving licence (both parts)
Bike Insurance certificate including european cover
MOT - if applicable
Bike registration documents
Breakdown cover including european cover
Money (Uk £ and local currency/Credit card)
Travel insurance
Ferry or tunnel ?
Personal items consisting of:
Included on my list but deleted in this post as not relevant and I am certain I need all the items!

Clothing consisting of:
Glasses/shades
Ear plugs x 5 sets or reuseable ?
Waterproofs
Neck roll
Spare gloves
Socks x pairs
Underwear x pairs
Light under trousers/jeans x 1
T Shirts x
Fleece
Trainers
Hi-viz vest ?
Wolley hat

Camping gear consisting of (assuming camping is the preferred accomodation):
Tent
Sleeping bag
Ground mat (Thermarest)
Head torch inc spare batteries
Tea towel
Cooking facility and fuel
Matches - wind proof/water proof type
Mess tin
Knife/Fork/Spoon
Metal mug
Cooking pan
T bags in sealed pot
Sugar - small pot or sachets
Milk - UHT shots ? How do i get my milk!
Dehydrated food packs
Chocolate bars/energy bars
Washing up liquid - small ?
Sponge - to clean pan/mug/cuttlery ?
Waterproof bags - multiple
Water container ?
Mosquito net/repellant ? If applicable
I watched the film, "The Motorcycle Diaries" by Che Guevara.

Oh remember that film well they two guys took a warm jumper,, a makeshift tent.... a few dollars, an made it it on an aul heavy breather that could go 40mph flat out , an they made it........oh an a nearly forgot. a GOOD SHEEPSKIN FUR YER BUM...enjoy...

Bama3......thanks.

I think you missing some duck tape .

Good list, Im pretty much on the same page as you.....Im taking rechargeable batteries which can be charged off the bike and rotate accross most my devices.

Do you reckon a campsite guide is necessary ? - Im planning to use the Africa Lonely Planet, but may be a little thin on details ?

Also, I wasnt planning on getting motorcycle insurance before heading.....was going to buy at the borders. Do you know if this is possible all over Africa ??

One more thing I noticed wasnt on your list, an International Drivers License ?

Bring on Che !!.......I thought the whole point of taking a motorcycle was to simplify life and travel lite, now I need a trailer .

Another thing....what gauge sleeping bag you taking...down/ hollow fibre and what min temperature ?

Haha.....as you can see my main concern is what tools and spares to take....however I am easily distracted (We keep this up we will get thrown off the "Yamaha" forum).

Tools & spares anyone ?

what bike ye goin on ?

Spare bolts and lock nuts in various sizes
Rubber and super glue
Gaffer / duct tape - I like gaffer as it's easier to tear to shape

Rim protectors for when changing the tubes
Multimeter
Depending on how well you know your bike a manual paper of electronic