Auckland NZ: Starting to prep for Sibrisky Extreme 2017
 

Hi

It been a few years since I did my last overland trip (Lon-Singapore), but me and my old travelling companion have started to think about taking on the Sibrisky Extreme in 2017.

Looks like I'm going to need to acquire a KTM Enduro 690 for the trip and prep it with tanks, fairing etc.

Problem is my buddy is in London and he's the one who knows all about bikes. I just ride them and crash them from time to time so chances are I'll need some help preparing the bike.

If there's anyone out there in Auckland who fancies giving me a hand during the year to put it all together, would be great to hear from you. All very low key. I can offer beer and some late nights in the garage talking crap.

Am based on the North Shore.

cheers
Richie

gday mate, I'm north of you and have ridden a bit of extreme in the himalaya, in Tasmania, and Europe. I'm heading to the Continental Divide and Baja this year in the USA.

I'd just say that it's worth doing a basic mechanics course or something rather than relying on someone else. Sure it's easier to have someone else do it, but if you get separated or he/she has an issue and has to bail, then so do you. Why not learn some basics?

I'm no mechanic, but I'd say you are looking at the right bike, or at least the right category. Not too heavy, and mostly reliable.