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Howdy folks!

It has been quite a while since any significant post from this Nairalander.

It is that time of the decade where the stars of an itchy bum and the need for adventure have aligned with the moons of time, gusto and resource availability.

We will be embarking on an epic adventure along the lines of the one in the link below:

https://www.nairaland.com/1461211/road-trip-motorcycle-lagos-accra#18496548

This time however, cities touched will be several times more than the aforementioned Lagos-Cotonou-Lome-Accra.

Are you ready? Then stay tuned and watch this space
Get the live action on IG while I come back here on my rest days to give a comprehensive report.

There are numerous elements to planning a trip like this.
There is the bike and bike preparation - tyres, fluids, ensure and service all electrical/mechanicals etc.
Also nourishment during the ride, energy bars, hydration (water/electrolyte).
The gear! - You want to make sure you have comfortable clothing that will withstand the various weather conditions that will be encountered along the route - Rain, dust, high and low temperatures and the like.
DOCUMENTATION - This is probably the biggest element here. . . . Oh! we haven't divulged the destination yet
Ok let us hold on with the documentation for now

In this post, we will spotlight on the gear:

Jacket - RICHA Touareg 2 jacket (3 season riding jacket that can tackle all but cold winters)
Helmet - ICON Airflite 4 Horsemen full face helmet. (Not the best for touring as it does not offer the flexibility of a modular helmet which can be flipped up either for nourishment or engaging people but hey, it is what we have)
Pants - BMW Summer 2 pants
Boots - SIDI Aria Goretex boots (waterproof and breathable)
Gloves - one vented pair and another waterproof/Goretex pair

Inner wear will be explained later

Essential tool kit for any "in the wilderness maintenance".

These tools cover any emergency work that may be required to get moving again where there is no assistance. From dismantling fairings for access to inner bits to tyre removal etc.

Selected tools are specific to the Africa Twin and pointers have been gotten from Africa Twin owners that have ridden the world.

The kit is made up of pliers, screwdrivers, hex key tools, spanners (ring and flat), sockets, wrenches and extensions.

Documentation

This is the big one! For this trip, (Sablexxxtoons please pay attention here) we would need:
4 visas,
5 different motorcycle insurance (Nigeria, ECOWAS, Mauritania, Schengen and UK)
60 copies of Fiche (Google can help here)
International driving licence
Yellow card
Covid certificate
Health insurance.


In addition, we are looking at:
40 nights on the road
36 border formalities
6 currencies
2 sets of tyres (minimum)
2 scheduled bike maintenance

Subsequent matters

Bro loan me a bike and i can be the media coverage guy.. i can ride.. operate gopros and fly a drone..

Everyone with cam gadgets they don't know gow to use well eg (drone) can give them to me and i handle all the coverage and edit it into one piece

This sounds epic

Space booked

Spec booked!
@shagati, Boss I greet you!

Who dey sell popcorn n zobo... Grabs front seat .. Sgagati i greet o

Observing

Lagos to London anybody? My papa Bajaj way he say na my inheritance de work well.

Best of luck...

Sablexxxtoons:
Bro loan me a bike and i can be the media coverage guy.. i can ride.. operate gopros and fly a drone..

Everyone with cam gadgets they don't know gow to use well eg (drone) can give them to me and i handle all the coverage and edit it into one piece

This sounds epic

Not quite that straightforward sir. We are talking several 100s, maybe 1000s of kilometers plus a few more complications.

kingreign:
Spec booked!
@shagati, Boss I greet you!

How now? Been a minute

Airborne02:
Who dey sell popcorn n zobo... Grabs front seat .. Sgagati i greet o

Greeting you right back Eagle 1

MedicH:
Lagos to London anybody? My papa Bajaj way he say na my inheritance de work well.

This is doable na!
And yes, on a 100cc Bajaj
Lots of preparation required but I'm sure someone can do it.

aieromon:
Best of luck...

Thanks buddy. I will need it

Following.

Shagati:
Greeting you right back Eagle 1

when are we starting the trip oo i want follow...

Not for me can't come and develop backache

Shagati:
How now? Been a minute

Boss I am fine. Yes, it’s been a minute. How’s everything Sir?

Airborne02:
when are we starting the trip oo i want follow...

I just love that cruiser. Isn’t that a Harley Davidson V-Rod?

nurey:
Not for me can't come and develop backache

when u come madam will massage with hot water na kapish

Shagati:
Not quite that straightforward sir. We are talking several 100s, maybe 1000s of kilometers plus a few more complications.

I know its not a typical request.. but we (bikers) arent typical people are we? We are the big dreamers

I think i have the experience and ability to safely go many many k's in all conditions and temperaments of weather.. furthest rides ive done inlude Epe, deep into Ikorodu, badagry.. i would be ok with anything up to a 600.. based on my experience

I asked because of my true passion for this sport/hobby and who knows, the motorcycle gods might touch your heart,, (i know u have a spare or knows someone who does)

I would be willing to undergo any riding ability tests and sreening of character tests.

Sir do you follow Motpgp ? arent you excited about the new Yamahas' performance at the Misano test?

Oga Shagati opened thread and I have been sleeping since. Lemme wake up o!

The return of Shagati

Your first documented trip made me follow you.
I await this trip.
Great to have you back by the way.

nurey:
Not for me can't come and develop backache

No be you again?

Sablexxxtoons:
I know its not a typical request.. but we (bikers) arent typical people are we? We are the big dreamers

My objection will be clearer over the next few days.

Kirkman:
Oga Shagati opened thread and I have been sleeping since. Lemme wake up o!

richmondefosa:
The return of Shagati

Your first documented trip made me follow you.
I await this trip.
Great to have you back by the way.

Welcome bro

Shagati:
Howdy folks!

It has been quite a while since any significant post from this Nairalander.

It is that time of the decade where the stars of an itchy bum and the need for adventure have aligned with the moons of time, gusto and resource availability.

We will be embarking on an epic adventure along the lines of the one in the link below:

https://www.nairaland.com/1461211/road-trip-motorcycle-lagos-accra#18496548

This time however, cities touched will be several times more than the aforementioned Lagos-Cotonou-Lome-Accra.

Are you ready? Then stay tuned and watch this space

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Long time boss. I started riding a few months after your thread on your Lagos - Accra group ride. December 2013 precisely. Following keenly.

Check gear update in post #2 above