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When are you leaving? I'm planning a short trip late August in Europe, if you'd like to team up for some of the distance, or maybe go for a test ride.
I'd like to hear about your bikes mods and how they worked out for you at some time.
By the way, I ride the same bike a 2001 TT600R...even down to the Heidenauer K60s 
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Hello!
Interesting with the same bike and similar (start of) trip. We might be leaving a bit earlier than you though. Hoping we can leave in a week or so and move pretty quickly to croatia and Turkey. Will let you know if we're slowed down!
Mods.. I had not touched a motorcycle ever in my life until April this year, so dont expect big stories
From memory what I have done:
- Acerbis 20l tank
- 12v and USB electicity to charge GPS, camera, inflate tires etc (kick-start so no battery)
- Center stand
- Barkbusters
- Heated grips (not on yet)
I also bought protection for front suspension, but being a beginner Im not sure its worth the trouble of disassembling steering and all just to be able to "pull on" the sock/protection.
Then of course I bought a lot of things such as spare parts, bags for luggage, GPS, GPS holder, camera, Airhawk seat (for my girlfriend sitting behind) etc.
I have probably missed more than I did right, but Im hoping this will get me to where I want. At least I have a bike and this week I also passed last test for driver's license - what more can possibly be needed?
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Originally Posted by FS
Hello!
Interesting with the same bike and similar (start of) trip. We might be leaving a bit earlier than you though. Hoping we can leave in a week or so and move pretty quickly to croatia and Turkey. Will let you know if we're slowed down!
Mods.. I had not touched a motorcycle ever in my life until April this year, so dont expect big stories
From memory what I have done:
- Acerbis 20l tank
- 12v and USB electicity to charge GPS, camera, inflate tires etc (kick-start so no battery)
- Center stand
- Barkbusters
- Heated grips (not on yet)
I also bought protection for front suspension, but being a beginner Im not sure its worth the trouble of disassembling steering and all just to be able to "pull on" the sock/protection.
Then of course I bought a lot of things such as spare parts, bags for luggage, GPS, GPS holder, camera, Airhawk seat (for my girlfriend sitting behind) etc.
I have probably missed more than I did right, but Im hoping this will get me to where I want. At least I have a bike and this week I also passed last test for driver's license - what more can possibly be needed? 
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Id like to hear more about the charger of you don't mind. I've been considering some sort of set up to charge a smart phone, but seeing how the bike is battery-less, it presents some challenges.
How did you about wiring your bike? Does the current output stay stable, so you don't fry the electronics?
Regarding the socks, I've got a neoprene set on my bike too. I'd recommend it, if you're looking to take care of your bike.
Good idea with the Airhawk...had a buddy ride pillion today and he complained about the comfort for the 15 mins the ride lasted
What kind of luggage did you go for?
Anyways, to stay on topic...I'm leaving on the 18th...let me know if your trip gets postponed.
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