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17 May 2013
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180 pulsar is a good option
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22 May 2013
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thnks guys think i'm going to go with the 350cc one, pulsar doesnt seem like the right ride for this trip.
my only problem is my travel insurance won't cover me if i crash etc unless i have a full motorbike. been looking for cover but hard to come by. anyone know a good company uk?
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17 Jun 2013
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The Post Office do some good travel insurance, which includes motorcycle cover as standard, but I doubt any insurance will cover you on a motorcycle for which you don't hold a valid UK license!
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18 Jun 2013
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most of the people renting enfields don't even check for a licence, and if they do, like the police, they do not know what the different licence categories are..
double check the terms and conditions of travel insurance policies as most only cover riding up to 125cc.
Only problem is if you run over a kid or suchlike and it all went to court.
I know of several people riding up there now with no bike licence.
Don't be put off by the difference between a 350 and 500 Enfield, both will do it, and learn how to twiddle with your jets... and don't overpack....less is more, but it is cold up there..
take a tankbag to try and to get some of you heavy things in there.. those huge racks the tourers have are bad for the bike handling..
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20 Sep 2013
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Responsible travelling
Only ride a bike that you have a valid licence and insurance for! I guess I'm a bit late on this thread but come on guys, whilst India might be a bit behind the times do the right thing. Insurance and a valid licence is a must. Forget all the drop outs travelling tosh and do the right thing. In whatever country you might be from ask yourself the question how you would feel losing a relative / damage from an unlicensed Indian on a bike in your country?
I've done that route several times on 150cc bikes and if a 125 is all you're allowed to ride it'll be fine just crack on - legally!!!!!!!!
I'm back here for another 6 months so any questions please ask.
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