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Subsequent matters

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

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.

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

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.

Just stumbled on this thread while doing a search.

Where in Lagos are you?

My Seiko SKX007 is in need of some attention sir.

Johndagr8t:
please I need sincere and helpful advice

See list above

Pick the ones that apply to your situation from the below. 423k is not a whole lot of money but you and others can learn from this

What to do if you suddenly become rich.

1. Shut up. Don't tell anyone

2. Pay all debts and don't amass new ones

3. Don't quit day job or change routine....yet

4. Secure the money and let it sit for a while

5. Make self investment a priority. Learn money management. Money - Master the Game, Tony Robbins

6. Don't switch financial advisors

7. Get comfortable but not _"rich comfortable"_

8. Don't invest in friend's business or lend them money

9. Don't start a business immediately

10. Prepare for change. Scam, sue, robbery etc

11. Focus on getting healthier. Full medical check etc

12. 5% rule. The money needs to be invested and generate at least 5% interest annually. Let all self spending be within this 5%

13. Protect your kids from the money. Trust fund and adequate allowance only

14. Don't cheat on your partner. Temptation will be big and mistakes will be costly.

15. Play it safe. Don't do shady business, gamble etc

EgunMogaji2:
@Shagati @Gazzuzz
The hosts were with you at my wedding. I’ll be there to say thanks.

See you there bros

GAZZUZZ:
buygala i go show workings

With prices sold please

sexymma1:
Extremely Super Clean Phantom 2021 model available for sale..

For more details call 08035908475

Hi, I would just like to understand what exactly is going on?
This is another Ghost that you have listed as a Phantom.
And for N750m/$1.23m (@608/$)? ? ?

Wow

The white Ghost looks nice.

Where is the Phantom for sale?

johnabraham:
Hi. Apologies for delayed reply.
I got it done from a guy near air force workshop along agege motor road. Paint job, dash board and seats were done perfectly well. I am really enjoying the vehicle now.
Thanks.

Any pictures?

dayon2012:
Thanks shagati, I was able to get it sorted out. I couldnt use the person you suggested because where he is, is quite a distance for me.
I was able to finally connect with one of my old guys who does the paper works for me in time past. I have been able to drive in and out over the past weeks. Once again, thank you.

Glad to hear you are sorted.
Cheers Bro

Lawrence zero eight zero two 32 nine 5 one six 7

donjajo:
And, if I want to register the car in Ghana, do I need to pay another custom duties for importing from Nigeria?
Thank you!

I would leave this one for someone more experienced to answer

Hi.
Documentation has not changed.

: International driver's licence
: International passport (or the ECOWAS passport)
: International certificate of vaccination (Yellow card)
: International certificate for motor vehicles
: ECOWAS Motor vehicle insurance (a.k.a. Brown card)

A new addition would be a less than 5-day old Covid PCR negative test result.

Also, I think some borders may be officially closed to traffic. You may want to verify this.

@Jakumo are you here?

Kirkman:
It's been a while we heard from you sir, I miss your road trip threads and also your car buying/upgrade/ restoration threads from way back. Especially the BMW threads. You have been missed.

Tuale sir!!
Life happened and there is now less money time for dem exploits.

Resuming soon though as soon as I am able to juggle things

EgunMogaji2:
I stalled out on the way home and the battery is dead. I’ll sort out a proper brand new battery today. Of note, I tried jump starting it and even in 3rd gear it simply locked the tires. In my layman’s opinion this means that the engine has very good compression. A very good thing.

You will need to be in 3rd gear and no less than 40km/r to jumpstart a Beemer Boxer
Trust me, I know this.

Congrats on your find x2!
Looking forward to updates.................

This is the second time I will use MayorAll for my purchase from the US.
Items bought were very sensitive electrical parts for my Ducati Hypermotard.

From the moment payment was made, he kept me constantly updated from purchase, to delivery to their US consolidation centre and final delivery to Lagos.

I would certainly use them again and recommend with 5 Stars �

Thank you MayorAll

EgunMogaji2:
Big Chief, after watching this I don’t think I have the skills and cat like agility to handle riding the streets in Nigeria. I’ll rather stick to touring.

I would assume this is how we must have appeared to onlookers those many years ago on Nigerian highways.
But right now me sef weak

aieromon:
Nice video

Cc okada geng
Shagati
EgunMogaji2

Thanks for bringing me here

alien1:
Big thanks to Shagati.. loyal as fucck
Jarus too inspired many of us ( we moved to Whatsapp)

Much regards to you Sir!

richmondefosa:
Haa

The Biker Man boss himself replied me.
I am made for life.
I am a huge and silent fan!

Right back at you Bro.
Always remember that we can do whatever we believe.

richmondefosa:
This trip reminds me of Shagati and his goons when they travelled to Ghana on powerbikes from Lagos.

Where is Shagati sef?
Been a while i saw any of his thread.[i][/i]

I am fully around sir

Valarinz. Come and see something

HeavenlyBang:
Surely there are better cars at this price point?

Please share!
2013+ Full Size Sedan

nurey:
I did pick the cadenza, more popular, reliable engine especially the 3.3L lambda, better road appearance, better interior and exterior attraction and looks.

I don't know much about the impala my believe is that it's the cheapest chevrolet money can buy on the street of US, I see is as a masses car. (my opinion not real fact)

Thanks for this Chief Nurey
The Cadenza is apparently the more sensible choice. I was tending towards the Impala on looks, rarity (in Naija) and sportier handling.

I await more inputs

Glad this thread is still very active.

I would like to have a fair non-online based comparison for the two large sedans below:

2014 KIA Cadenza (V6)
2014 Chevrolet Impala. (V6)

Both are on ground in Lagos and priced between NGN4 to 5m


Thank you to the usual suspects

EgunMogaji2:
Am I the only one with a hard on for expedition vehicles on here?
Man cannot live by Camrys and Accords alone
This is my latest dream.

I would much rather do it like this

Off the beaten path