European Tour 2016 - help needed

rubyhorse2 · Traffic Copper Joined: 03 Mar 2015 Karma :

need a little help.

1. can we leave panniers on bike for motorail?
2. whats everyone's experience of taking helmets on planes?
3. anyone recommend a nice hotel in Nice?

cheers all

D_redd · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 05 Apr 2016 Karma :

Excellent news!

I thought the Euro-tunnel would cost more than that, so that's pleasing to hear. I've only ever been in a car, I take it a bike needs strapping down?

Look forward to the pics Smile

Dave V4 · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 08 Jan 2016 Karma :

Dave V4 · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 08 Jan 2016 Karma :

rubyhorse2 · Traffic Copper Joined: 03 Mar 2015 Karma :

hmmm mines soft luggage. really didnt want to be taking them off plus its going to cost me a fortune with extra baggage on the flights if i do.

i'm guessing its at my own risk, only leaving clothes in them anyway.

gorillaonabik... · Nearly there... Joined: 31 Jul 2011 Karma :

I bought these for £100 at a bike show. These will probably go for about £120.

For rider to pilion, they're great if you have a screen: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Interphone-F3MC-intercom-duel-intercom-set-rider-and-pillion-unused-/262369426766?hash=item3d166fbd4e:g:lncAAOSwAvJXApTs
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D_redd · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 05 Apr 2016 Karma :

Dave V4 · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 08 Jan 2016 Karma :

just ride on ride off bud, no strapping invloved.[/quote]

That surprises me! Low chance of the bikes going over? Or do you need to stand with them the whole journey?[/quote]

Either stand by or sit on, depends how stable the bike is on its stand really. Not like there's anything else to do

Ali in Austria · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 18 Feb 2014 Karma :

On the Eurotunnel the bike is parked diagonally on its side stand. Leave it in gear and it will be fine. I carry a length of double sided velcro which I use to hold on the front brake but it isn't necessary. You stay with the bike except to use the loo or get a coffee and you won't be the only one.

Didn't read it all so not sure of your route but here are some points of interest you may find useful:

https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?hl=en&authuser=0&mid=zllkQBAwv3Mw.kK2oDNPXQ1BQ
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rubyhorse2 · Traffic Copper Joined: 03 Mar 2015 Karma :

keep calm...took bike to garage almost 2 weeks ago and its still not ready. leaving on it this saturday at 4:00am...must keep calm... Sad

haggis · L Plate Warrior Joined: 15 Jan 2017 Karma :

Hi there

I've ridden down from Scotland many times and I found the Hull ferry to be good investment/start to the trip (treat as a mini cruise) I've done the Dover-Calais route as well and if you work out the time/cost/wear on bike its good value.

But sticking my bike on a train - no way, not for the price. You can cover a lot of ground in one day on motorways or even meander around the autoroute/strada/bahn.

Book hotels using lots of apps ... airBnb hotels.com, booking.com .. endless list of them.

Dont over plan is my best advice. Then again, know what you want to see/do. I missed some stuff in South america as I just rode past and missed some awesome things. You will always find a place to stay, and if not, it becomes an adventure Smile

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