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Phred · Veteran Member

My Bike on a recent ride

Phred · Veteran Member

On a recent ride known as "Da Swamp" through the border ranges of QLD and NSW..

Cubber · Super Guru

Impressive scenery you've got there, Phred.

The bike looked to be laden on the rear. Did you consider panniers or throw-overs at all?

Did you go alone? confuse

Martyn

TTRfan · Super Guru

Stunning scenery! It's great to see where other owners ride their TTRs wink

Brian

Phred · Veteran Member

Hey Martyn

Yes she looks like shes got a load, but there is a fuel tank there with a strap on pannier system over the top. The items are only some wet weather gear and the weight of the fuel. about 9 kilos maybe. Heres some more pics of the system. It needs some fine tunning, but it works great, so far.

Yes I went alone...Gave my missus the route plan though...

Cubber · Super Guru

Thanks, Phred.

A picture paints a thousand words - two explain all. biggrin

Since you travelled alone I hope you took at least a mobile phone with you. hmm

Martyn

Phred · Veteran Member

Thanks Martyn

Yes...I have a good phone..I must admit, i ride alone alot...Only because there usually isnt anyone else to go with. Besides it clears the head. I had a little agenda with this ride though, because the last time I did this route I did come off and twisted the triple tree on a KLR...I needed to do it on the ttr to "get back on the horse"...This ride I had no issues...I love the ttr, its a light nimble ride with good balance...The bigger bikes just feel too top heavy on gravel...What are the rides like in your neck of the woods?

Cubber · Super Guru

I someties ride out on my own - but I take a mobile phone for any emergencies.

I don't do more than daylight trail riding and usually I'm out for between 3 and 6 hours at a time. Much longer and I get tired. wink

My lonesome rides are usually within a 10 mile radius of home. I have a choice of LOTS (Hundreds) of trails all catalogued and proven by the Trail Riders Fellowship (TRF) which is very active in Devon. smile

Here are some of my reports on this forum, take a look:-

If you fancy taking a vacation in this hemisphere and can make it to Devon, England then give a shout and join in a trail run.

Martyn

crazychef · Newbie

if in devon i can offer bed and breakfast at the white hart inn at wilmington near honiton 01404 831446 or just a place to meet up before going out for a ride

Phred · Veteran Member

Hey Martyn

You sound like a lucky man!! hundreds of trails so close to home..We have to travel some distance to get much riding in. If im ever in Devon, I will look you fellas up for a ride. Bed and breakfast sounds really good as well Crazychef! That would be great! Cheers...